Bent Axle?

traderfjp · May 25, 2020

I noticed that one of my back tires is bent in. The other tire looks straight. At first I thought maybe the rim is loose so I jacked that side up and the tire is on properly. Could it be a bent Axle. If so is that covered under warranty? Thanks

radios1 · May 25, 2020

if the axle is properly hardened, it would snap, and not bend, I can't imagine a soft axle..

traderfjp · May 25, 2020

Here is a pic

Industrial Toys · May 25, 2020

Does it turn evenly and not wobble?

I guess also, there is Axle as in housing and Axle as in Shaft. Housing should be cast and not bend, shaft should be steel, can bend and the wheel would wobble.

Thomas · May 25, 2020

I'd be interested in your finding when you dig into deeper.

LS Tractor Owner · May 25, 2020

Yes, I would be curious to hear if the wheel wobbles.... a bent rim. To be at that angle, you would think something that was cast, would have broken and not bend.

Peter 315 · May 25, 2020

Measure from the tractor to the rim top and bottom both sides and see what the difference is ....

traderfjp · May 25, 2020

I found the problem. Looks like the rim is coming apart. I guess it's welded and not one piece. I'm going to call the dealer tomorrow. Does anyone know if I can bring it to any dealer?