I've tried using the search but maybe I'm asking the wrong question. Tractor goes in and out of 4wd easily but sometimes it just drops out of 4wd, usually when you need it most. It works but sometimes you have to hold the lever in place. L3450GST
Won't stay in 4wd
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Are you sure its in 4wd after moving the lever? Mine is so hard to get in or out of 4wd that sometimes I can't do it: I have to make sure I'm on soft ground (not pavement or hard dirt), make sure tires are straight, rolling, not under power, etc. It would be nice if mine was easier, but not so easy it pops out, of course.
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Check the linkage for wear or bends.
If it doesn't flip all the way over on engagement it can pop back out.
If it doesn't flip all the way over on engagement it can pop back out.
This seems to be the case. Got the lever to go further and it stayed in gear for the day. Thanks
Oh well! Turns out something else was going on. 4WD was working perfectly in one field but not at all in the next two. Linkages seem to be OK. Looks like the problem is inside the gearbox the lever goes into with the mid PTO. Do I need to drain the SUDT to open this gearbox? Is it safe to use in your opinion?
Update: Dropped the propeller shaft and I seem to be missing a few pieces but the good news is that the problem appears to have been the roll pin in the front collar is broken. I've ordered new seals and bearings and hopefully I get it back together Friday. Curious as to what holds the front bearing in place 