L3400 Tie Rods Replacement

[fma1015]

It looks like just two bolts each and my question about how to get the wheels the two inches or so off the ground without crushing myself. Can I do the job with all the weight on the bucket with some wood blocks under the axle? Any reason I can't take the bent ones off before lifting the wheels off the ground?

 

[old and tired]

It's not like you need it that high, just get it slightly off the ground.

 

[Thomas]

Couple of inches should do it than block it up don't trust loader.

 

[old and tired]

If you can, post some photos of it. I have an L2800 with a torn boot that I might have to replace some day!

 

[fma1015]

Any more ideas for switching these out? I am not very good with a wrench and have been dreading this, but I missed my May mow and need to make it happen. I just don't want to raise the tractor and do anything stupid that will leave me worse off. Thank you!