Front axle leaking on tractor?

[unioncreek]

I have a L3710 and I noticed a puddle of fluid next to the right tire. Is there a seal that can be replaced and if so how big of job is it. I’ve attached a picture by

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

It's not a small job!

 

[imarobot]

I recently replaced the seal on mine, not too hard to do. In addition to that seal I also replaced the bevel gear case seal, bevel gear cover and O-ring, and axle flange O-ring. Seen videos of replacing the seal while still attached to axle, but removing the assembly from the axle made it a lot easier to work on.

 

[GreensvilleJay]

Did both on my BX23S over the years, not that hard, maybe 2 hours providing phone doesn't ring, neighbours don't show up.....having a clean area and the proper tools really helps !
Usually what happens is a little 'grit' gets in there,make a itty bitty gap for the oil to bleed out.

 

[unioncreek]

Thanks for the info. We had some major runoff this spring from melting snow and rain. Was in the mud and water making diversion ditches to keep the water out of my barn.

I’ll probably keep an eye on the fluid level and change it this summer when I get a chance.

Bob

 

[Butch]

Thanks for the info. We had some major runoff this spring from melting snow and rain. Was in the mud and water making diversion ditches to keep the water out of my barn.

I’ll probably keep an eye on the fluid level and change it this summer when I get a chance.

Bob

The only thing I can add is check out the old seal versus the new seal. Did the same seals on my 2000 B2410 a couple three years ago and to my surprise ( and it was a SURPRISE ) the new seal was one piece and the old seal was a two piece unit. Once I figured out there was a "race" on the spindle housing that had to be removed I was off to the races. Take your time and all should go well.

 

[imarobot]

As I learned when I replaced mine, the new seal is one piece.