L3430 knocking sound while driving (not engine)

/ L3430 knocking sound while driving (not engine) #1  

Komrade

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Location
Western Morgan County, WV
Tractor
Kubota L3430 HST

Only happens when driving at higher speeds. Let's say 10mph+
Does not happen if I lift all four wheels and spin them. (Tractor has a backhoe)
Don't believe it matters if 4x4 is engaged
I tried to time it with full wheel spin by putting a marker on wheel and believe it happens more frequently than when either front or rear wheel make full circle.
Driving feels a little jerky uphill, but no knock. Not sure if related, but maybe an axel tooth?
Can I troubleshoot this further without a mechanic?
 
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/ L3430 knocking sound while driving (not engine) #2  
That's what mine sounded like when a tire chain cross link broke loose and was bouncing off the step. Can you have somebody else drive it while you watch?
 
/ L3430 knocking sound while driving (not engine) #3  
Check your wheel lug nuts ... ?
 
 
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