L3130 front wheel squeak

[DMueller]

I committed the worst offense to my tractor. I let the neighbor borrow it for a couple of days. Yes, I'm an idiot. That aside, I now have to repair the damage, 2003 or 2004 L3130 GST. It's fine while in 2WD mode. BUT, in 4wd mode, the left front wheel hub area had a pretty bad squeak when turning back and forth. I pulled the front hub apart and checked out the bearings and such, and it all seems to be OK from my inexperienced eye anyway. Anyone else ever had such an issue and can throw me some insight?

 

[RCW]

Just poking fun, but yes you’re an idiot....[emoji12]
Did wheel lugs seem loose when you disassembled it? Sometimes loose lugs can cause some crazy sounds.
Honestly, I would inspect the wheels for cracks, wallowing of the stud holes, etc. and re-torque them and try again before diving into it further.
Especially since it only does it in 4WD makes me wonder. A squeaky wheel sounds like something other than the drive system.
Old saying goes start with the simple stuff.....it may not fix a thing, other than rule that issue out....


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