Cub disassembly

[tractarz]

I have to replace the brakes on my tractor which, according to the repair manual, requires removing the final drives. Are they so heavy that you need a lift and slings as per the manual or can one person handle them?

I also have a whinning first gear. I figured that as long as I have to do the above work, I may just as well open up the transmission. Is it better to split the tractor first before taking off the final drives and then work on the transmission or take the final drives off first then split the tractor.

I'm basically searching for the best sequence in order to minimize handling a lot of weight.

Thanks very much.

[countershaft]

I did the final drives first then went to the transmission. And yes , their heavy. I would certainly recommend a lift or sling. Drain the oil out first though. You may not have to get into the transmission once you take a look. No use making more work than necessary.

[Bigdog]

The finals are around 70 - 80 pounds. It's not so much handling the weight as it is protecting the inner seals which are easily damaged.
As far as whether to remove the finals first or to split I would guess that it would be easier to split first , roll the rear end back and crib it up and then pull the wheels and finals. All in all, it is just a matter of how you feel most comfortable approaching it.

[Mac from NS]

Welcome aboard tractarz. Just one step at a time and you'll do fine.

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[tractarz]

Thanks everyone for your valued input.

[George Willer]

I seldom disagree with Bigdog, since he's my adopted grandson, but I wouldn't do it that way.

Stabilize the front axle with wedges and remove the rear wheels, then the finals, then the platform and right side axle housing, and then remove the transmission from the torque tube. That way it will always remain stable. Assembly would be just the reverse. The platform won't necessarily have to be completely removed.

[tractarz]

Thanks George. The pictures on "Cecil's Mini-Cubfest" show pretty much the procedure that you recommend. I will follow your advise.

Terry