Joe Ramirez
Active Member
Hello:
I have read the posts discussing this model where the shuttle shift jumps out of first gear under load. My 1971 model jumps out under load or just when traveling without pushing a "load". Phil states fixing this type of problem is "Not usually an expensive repair, sometimes a fork, shifter rod, or end-play issue". The question is how do you figure out which one of the above is causing the problem? :beatsme
When I look at the service manual, the shifter rod is located on the top assembly of the torque tube, so that appears to be accessible without breaking the tractor into two pieces. Is this correct? It would be great if things were that simple.
Is the shift fork something that can be worked on from the top of the torque tube without breaking the tractor? Is this correct?
An end-play problem leads me to believe you would have the break the tractor to get at the parts. Is this correct?
Any help is greatly appreciated!
Joe
I have read the posts discussing this model where the shuttle shift jumps out of first gear under load. My 1971 model jumps out under load or just when traveling without pushing a "load". Phil states fixing this type of problem is "Not usually an expensive repair, sometimes a fork, shifter rod, or end-play issue". The question is how do you figure out which one of the above is causing the problem? :beatsme
When I look at the service manual, the shifter rod is located on the top assembly of the torque tube, so that appears to be accessible without breaking the tractor into two pieces. Is this correct? It would be great if things were that simple.
Is the shift fork something that can be worked on from the top of the torque tube without breaking the tractor? Is this correct?
An end-play problem leads me to believe you would have the break the tractor to get at the parts. Is this correct?
Any help is greatly appreciated!
Joe