L3600DT Rops - slop in steering

[Nickk]

I have looked through the forums and I think I understand what is causing the slop. It is the main pin that the steering arm pivots about (the steering arm as I call it connects the tie rods to the hydraulic cylinder,
The post below shows the parts involved.

Kubota L4350 Steering Linkage Maintenance Question

I have quite a lot of slop coming from the steering lever 3259016912. I assume it is caused by worn bushings 5220022430 or worn steering shaft 3253016925. Big question is how difficult is it to remove the steering lever? The assy is shown to be inside or partially inside or covered by the...

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My question is, what is the best way to remove the pin and bushings.
Do I need access to the top of the pin? I think that is removing the radiator?
I have attached some pictures and videos of my issue. I think the part with the grease zerk is the pin and the bushings it is in also would need repaired.

I could not get the files to attach.
thanks,
Nick

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

You can paste pictures, videos you need to host them someplace like youtube and then give us a link to see them.

And yes I do believe the best way to get to everything is to remove the radiator.

 

[Nickk]

Thanks

 

[Nickk]

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

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The plate just keeps the pin from coming down.
Wear is not a factor in it.

 

[Nickk]

thanks