Thank You Tractorbynet: BX24 Seat and Axle Lube

[dougtrr2]

I mainly lurk here as I have little to add to the expertise. But I had to say thanks to all for two things.
First was when I ran across the thread about low fluid levels in the front axles of BX24's. I went out and sure enough mine was low. Not a lot of hours so I don't think any damage was done.

Second were the threads on the upgraded seats for BX24's. I was at my dealer last night to get a new tail light lens (don't ask) and I asked about the seats. The parts man went and talked to one of the owners and next thing I knew I was walking out with a new seat for free. My tractor is over two years old.

If it weren't for this site I wouldn't have known about either issue. Now if I can just figure out how to keep the shroud below the steering wheel on. Mine just doesn't seem to fit right. I ordered a new one last night as the fingers are breaking on the old one.

Thanks again

Take Care
Doug in SW Iowa

 

[BXpanded]

Now if I can just figure out how to keep the shroud below the steering wheel on. Mine just doesn't seem to fit right. I ordered a new one last night as the fingers are breaking on the old one.

Thanks again

Take Care
Doug in SW Iowa

The new one should fit much better! The part was revised about a year ago.

 

[kennyd]

I glad you got a new seat, But:

First was when I ran across the thread about low fluid levels in the front axles of BX24's. I went out and sure enough mine was low. Not a lot of hours so I don't think any damage was done.

If it weren't for this site I wouldn't have known about either issue.

You needed to read on TBN to check the fluids in your machine? Let me give you a hint then-go check your car's oil also

 

[rcrcomputing]

Easy to overlook axle grease, but a reminder to check 'em all..

Welcome to the site!

 

[stupakmike]

I glad you got a new seat, But:
You needed to read on TBN to check the fluids in your machine? Let me give you a hint then-go check your car's oil also

OUCH !

 

[dougtrr2]

I glad you got a new seat, But:
You needed to read on TBN to check the fluids in your machine? Let me give you a hint then-go check your car's oil also

What? Where do you check oil in a car? (I did see the smiley face)

But, I would ask how many people check the fluid level in a manual transmission on a brand new car. There are some levels you would normally expect to be done by the factory or dealer. It is a good wake up call to not take things for granted. It is great use the collective wisdom here and try not to duplicate other lessons learned.

Take Care
Doug in SW IA