ClassicTractorProfessor 5,370 #1 Posted April 10, 2016 Just ordered new axle seals for my 1277...soon as they come in I am going to change them as well as change fluid and filter...is there anything in particular I need to watch for or any special precautions I should take...pretty mechanically inclined but new to working on these tractors Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JPWH 6,338 #2 Posted April 10, 2016 If you have not removed the hubs you might want to start lubricating and praying their not stuck. Lol Make sure to check the axle for burs before installing new seals so you don't cut them. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 41,802 #3 Posted April 10, 2016 It may help to remove the hub set screws and fill the holes with Kroil or PB Blaster while it is sitting. Driving with the set screws removed may also help to loosen the hubs. Just keep an eye on them in case you get lucky and the do get loose. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ClassicTractorProfessor 5,370 #4 Posted April 10, 2016 This is why I love RedSquare...so many knowledgable folks here willing to share tips and tricks...both good ideas I hadn't thought of 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougC 2,643 #5 Posted April 10, 2016 After you get the old seals dug out and the axles filed smooth lube the new seals and install them with some kind of seal driver ( pvc pipe, socket, or whatever is handy) to drive the seal in straight. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 23,274 #6 Posted April 10, 2016 Don't forget to check the key way for burrs also. A good tip is to put a piece of tape over the end of the axle and key way to aid in not cutting the new seal. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ClassicTractorProfessor 5,370 #7 Posted April 17, 2016 Got the seals changed today and fluid/filter change as well...hubs can off with no problems whatsoever 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
woodchuckfarmer 333 #8 Posted April 17, 2016 You got lucky with the hubs. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
