DeltaBravo 0 Posted August 27, 2007 What are some ways to remove the square keys from the one steering end? Thanks in advance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeltaBravo 0 Posted August 29, 2007 Also, for the tie rod ends, there is clearance which lets in debris and grease out. There are no rubber boots. I suspect that some clearance is needed when turning, so would a plastic washer be acceptable or could I even go with a metal machine bushing? I have the steering off at the moment and will verify these clearances before mowing. I could build grease around the tie rod end before mowing, clean it after, but I'm after lubing it less often. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wilm169 1 Posted August 29, 2007 Some have used a flat roller bearing under the steering axels, and to get the key out just tap them with a punch or a chissel to get them to pry out. I stead of adding anouther post you can use the edit part to add to it. It is the icons above the post. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roy 0 Posted August 29, 2007 If you are talking about the ends of the tie rod that goes between the two front wheels the ends of the tie rod and the bushings the rod ride on are hardened. A little oil or dry lube is all that is needed. Too much grease/oil just collects dirt (abrasive) and makes wear worse. If you are talking about the ball joints on the steering link between the pitman arm and the LH steering arm there are supposed to be rubber sleeves/boots to seal lubricant in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeltaBravo 0 Posted September 21, 2007 To oversome this situation, I used a brass hammer to tap on the bottom of the circular part of the arm and it came right off. Then the square keys popped right off the shaft. Later I read in the large frame repair manual about doing the same thing with a brass drift. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites