Kubota l48 thump going from forward to reverse

2zl

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Kubota l48
Dec 13, 2019
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Perce,Quebec,Canada
I have been noticing the slightest thump/ clunk when going from forward to reverse. Tractor is running great, not sure what could cause this. Runs smooth almost like something is shifting back and forth.
I keep it in 2wd.
 

Dave_eng

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M7040, Nuffield 465
Oct 6, 2012
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Williamstown Ontario Canada
I have been noticing the slightest thump/ clunk when going from forward to reverse. Tractor is running great, not sure what could cause this. Runs smooth almost like something is shifting back and forth.
I keep it in 2wd.
There could be many reasons but the easiest to rule out is checking lug nut torque
Dave
 

2zl

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Kubota l48
Dec 13, 2019
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Perce,Quebec,Canada
I checked the lug nuts and they were all tight.
I decided to check the front axle adjustment, and the front axle was a little loose. Tightened it up and it doesn't seem to do it anymore.
 

Dave_eng

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M7040, Nuffield 465
Oct 6, 2012
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Williamstown Ontario Canada
I checked the lug nuts and they were all tight.
I decided to check the front axle adjustment, and the front axle was a little loose. Tightened it up and it doesn't seem to do it anymore.
Glad you solved the issue.

I do not have the WSM for your machine but on some Kubota's the screw you likely adjusted is called the:
front axle rocking force adjusting screw

Just so you can impress others :)

Dave