Again, we inherited this tractor. I never owned one before, and I’m not tractor-savvy. I was told the PO had flipped the tractor over on its right side some time ago. The PO rarely drove it. When I drove it, the RF wheel would go straight for a little while, then start hunting. The LF kept true, but the RF would kinda wander, badly, like probably 25 degrees, from the LF tire. Directional control was very difficult. Both L and R kingpins appear okay. Steering linkage is okay. Steering gearbox is okay. I separated the RF tie rod from the attachment, and then moved the RF tire through its entire L - R travel. I could feel an area of loose travel. No weird sounds or grinding. I’m afraid something inside of the front axle assembly is broken, or sheared, but I’m not sure. And I’m kind nervous about dismantling the whole assembly to go exploring. I’ve gotten the assembly somewhat apart, but am afraid to go much further until I gain bit of insight and confidence. Any thoughts?
(Photo shows assembly I’m trying to describe, except ours is the right side)
(Photo shows assembly I’m trying to describe, except ours is the right side)
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