Mahindra 2538 HST

[bobstorage]

I have leaks on both rear tire axles. Repair manual is not very expletive. How much of a project is this considered? Should i even consider doing it myself or bring to shop? I have changed rear seal myself in the past. TIA

 

[duffer]

Sounds like you're not afraid to pick up a wrench. Good for you.

Don't know if this will help, but here's a schematic of the rear axle assembly. Part #10 is your axle seal. Doesn't look too awfully complicated. Trick is to have good jacks and support while working on it.

You may already have this, but just in case you don't...

 

[bobstorage]

Thanks duffer! Will give it a try and let you know how it went. May be a while before i can get to it.

 

[splitshot]

Good luck! Just started tearing my 2538 down this weekend for the same issue. Limited info in the manual for sure.

 

[bobstorage]

Thanks duffer! Will give it a try and let you know how it went. May be a while before i can get to it.

Thanks again Duffer. Any way i may be able to get a part number?

 

[bobstorage]

Good luck! Just started tearing my 2538 down this weekend for the same issue. Limited info in the manual for sure.

Splitshot, any way you might have a part number? T.I.A.

 

[duffer]

My best advice is to call a Mahindra dealer and ask them for the part number. It should be a "standard" type seal, albeit metric.

If you can't get the number from a dealer, pull the seal and take it to someplace local, or online with all the measurements. Should be relatively inexpensive.

Edit: Dug a little deeper into the service manual, and there is no mention of a part number, just "replace with a new seal" for re-assembly, which tells me it is in fact, a standard seal.

 

[ptsg]

Usually, these tractors have a two piece seal, which can be a bit tricky to source outside the dealers. They also tend to be on the expensive side.

Anyway, here is the part number for the rear axle seal, straight from Mahindra online parts catalog: 12383240040

 

[splitshot]

12383240040 is the correct part number for the rear axle seal. It fit perfectly (right side complete).

 

[splitshot]

Hopefully, the photo helps give an idea of what is involved. Not a terrible ordeal, overall!

 

[bobstorage]

splitshot, thanks for the picture and update. Happy to see you got it done! It appears you used a transmission jack to support the axle for removal? Do i need to order gasket for the main body separation or did you use tube sealant? This is something i have never attempted. Any other suggestions are very much appreciated. Thanks.

 

[splitshot]

splitshot, thanks for the picture and update. Happy to see you got it done! It appears you used a transmission jack to support the axle for removal? Do i need to order gasket for the main body separation or did you use tube sealant? This is something i have never attempted. Any other suggestions are very much appreciated. Thanks.

bobstorage, no problem!
-yes, the transmission jack was a backsaver, especially when reinstalling. I also used a cherry picker/engine hoist to support the rops from above (that helped alot)
-for gasket material I used the black permatex, sealed it fine.
-I took my time (I'm retired) and PTL I knocked it out over several days.
-I have a boatload of photos if you need to see anything specific.

Suggestions?
-take plenty of photos along the way
-do one side at a time (your second side will go quickly)
-have multiple jacks on hand (especially if working alone)
-if you have a backhoe frame mounted. it will need to be removed from each side (just a few nuts and bolts)
-take advantage of having open access and clean your hydraulic screen filter and the center housing
-once you have the side housing off on each side, you will need to pop the bearing off before removing the gear to access the spring retaining ring/clip (removing and installing this clip was the most difficult part of the whole process)
-enjoy the experience!