Meteor 68 Gear box

[Farmer495]

No, not yet. I need to take it apart further to be sure.

If the auger pin sheared then the fan was turning at the time, the PTO shear pin should of let go if something broke in the fan or gearbox (or stalled the tractor) If the fan doesn't move at all then something may have froze solid/siezed versus jamming the fan. Gear box oil level would be a check too.

 

[airbiscuit]

The auger shear pin did not shear. He had to remove it and then the auger turned freely.

 

[nwhitehill]

UPDATE: found a ratchet strap hook (no strap) wedged between the fan and the housing right at the 6 o'clock position. Took me three hours of cussing, prying and grinding to get it out. Got it all put back together and all runs smooth.

Thank you everyone for your help and suggestions.

 

[airbiscuit]

That's a win!

 

[jpm]

It's amazing how the blower picks up stuff you can't see. I had sort of the same problem with mine but it was grass and rock