Cheryl Braun
New Member
We have been reconditioning a Case 580K backhoe and could use some advice & input from anyone knowledgeable on the phase 3 model. This is the newer style 580k and it’s very difficult to find information or experience on this model. Seems like everything pertains to the original 580K.
The problem is with the transmission. It runs perfectly….but It won’t go into 4th gear.
It goes halfway in, but then grinds a little and pops out. It doesn’t appear to be the linkage. We took the parking break off and need some advice before going any further. Does anyone know if I can take the next plate off without the gears falling out all over the place? I will post a picture. I would like to know what to expect if I open the next plate and if it can be done with it still on the machine or if it needs taken off to open it. Right now I have a machine that runs great in 1-3 gears and we redid all the cylinders so no leaks & very solid. The plate is Pandora’s box because I have no clue what will happen if opened. I have no idea if everything will scatter and never go back together- or if it’s just not worth it. At the same time, it would be nice to solve the last issue- It’s so close. I am having a really hard time finding someone who is familiar with the Phase 3, as I don’t think they were made for very long. If anyone is familiar with this model, or specifically this transaxle- I could use some much needed knowledge or advice!! Would appreciate your time and any thoughts you may have. Thank you- all input is welcome.
The problem is with the transmission. It runs perfectly….but It won’t go into 4th gear.
It goes halfway in, but then grinds a little and pops out. It doesn’t appear to be the linkage. We took the parking break off and need some advice before going any further. Does anyone know if I can take the next plate off without the gears falling out all over the place? I will post a picture. I would like to know what to expect if I open the next plate and if it can be done with it still on the machine or if it needs taken off to open it. Right now I have a machine that runs great in 1-3 gears and we redid all the cylinders so no leaks & very solid. The plate is Pandora’s box because I have no clue what will happen if opened. I have no idea if everything will scatter and never go back together- or if it’s just not worth it. At the same time, it would be nice to solve the last issue- It’s so close. I am having a really hard time finding someone who is familiar with the Phase 3, as I don’t think they were made for very long. If anyone is familiar with this model, or specifically this transaxle- I could use some much needed knowledge or advice!! Would appreciate your time and any thoughts you may have. Thank you- all input is welcome.