L3400 front axle noise

[k0ua]

So I have an update, went to remove the wheel lugs and one broke. Assume loose lugs or having one loose or cracked could be the issue. New lugs on order. Removed wheel and inspected the hub thoroughly and there doesn’t seem to be anything loose or leaking in any way. No squeaks with wheel off! Gonna try new lugs torqued to spec and see if that works. Thanks for all the input.

Please keep us posted... but kinda think you have found your problem.. hope so.

 

[Oldpath05]

Seems to me if fluid looks good and you jack front end up, grab the tire at 12&6 and get no movement then bearings are good and it's something else.

 

[jenrow33]

Got everything tightened back up on the front tire and it seems to have fixed the noise. Checked the right side too and found two lugs looser than they should have been.

Gotta say, I’ve put 1100 hours in 12 years on this kubota L3400 and she runs like new still. I’m impressed with this machine. Each time I think I may have an issue, it’s been something simple. Pretty sure I can get another ten years out of her. Perhaps some hydraulics in the form of rear remotes and a third function kit are in order to expand the implement collection!