What did you do on or to your LS Tractor today?

[Diggin It]

I've done two or three 80s at a time. It isn't too bad, just have to be careful with the shovel while mixing. And make sure you rinse thoroughly when done, before it begins to harden. Rinsing is a lot easier than chipping and scraping.

 

[Diggin It]

Left front axle leak mentioned some time back is getting worse. Streak of axle oil was evident on tire yesterday when I drove out of shed. Haven't been able to arrange getting it to the dealer yet.

Probably a seal. How much trouble is it to replace? Special tools required?

 

[ptsg]

Left front axle leak mentioned some time back is getting worse. Streak of axle oil was evident on tire yesterday when I drove out of shed. Haven't been able to arrange getting it to the dealer yet.

Probably a seal. How much trouble is it to replace? Special tools required?

What are you running for fluid in your front axle? 80W90?

It's an hard job. The bearings are usually a press fit and might be a bit hard take out if you don't have some pullers available.

Not sure exactly how LS has their front axles made but you may found a big snap ring that may put out a bit of a fight.

 

[Diggin It]

Could it be something as stupid as bolt(s) 6 or 7? I'm not sure if that cavity is oil filled or not though given the location of oil seal 9.

 

[Diggin It]

Couple pages further on is this diagram that shows another oil seal (2) which means that cavity must be filled:

It's 25 and windy, so I won't be out there today pulling a wheel to inspect further.

 

[Diggin It]

What are you running for fluid in your front axle? 80W90?

Yeah, that. Took a quick look this morning without jacking it up or pulling the wheel. Can't really pick out the lake point yet. I'll just add some fluid and go with it for a few days until I can figure out the next step.

 

[ptsg]

Yeah, that. Took a quick look this morning without jacking it up or pulling the wheel. Can't really pick out the lake point yet. I'll just add some fluid and go with it for a few days until I can figure out the next step.

Yes, the best step is to figure out exactly where it's leaking. If it's just the hub shaft seal (#2 on the 2nd picture) or it's actually the knuckle seal (#9 on 1st picture).

If you're interested on getting a closer look, before deciding tackle the job or not, there is this video describing the entire project. It's for a Branson but the axle pretty dang similar to your LS.

No BS, ads or other non sense. Just straight to the point, explaining what needs to be done: 4x4 Branson 24 Tractor - Front Spindle Seals - YouTube

 

[Racenut]

Moved some firewood and dragged Grandpa's disc around for a while.

 

[Underdog57]

Plowed about 6" fresh snow......too busy to take pic's!

 

[SeidelRanch]

Installed a new radio in my MT342 cab. Not bad for about $35.

I made a video of the install if anyone wants to see it: LS Tractor Radio Install - Cheap and Easy - MT342 Cab - YouTube

Now I need to find some decent 4" replacement speakers. These factory ones distort way too much with very little volume.