anybody have any tips on removing the rear access panel on a 350 crawler?
i have removed the 10 bolts from the cover and used a mallet to try to loosen it up, but can't get it to move...also tried to pry just a bit with a pry bar, but didn't have much luck getting a good bite. also didn't want to damage the plate.
think heat would help?
thanks
rear transmission plate removal
- Jason37756
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Re: rear transmission plate removal
Hi Jason,
Some of those JD gaskets really hang,just went through that trying to break the final drives loose on a 2030 wheel tractor. If you haven't gotten it yet try a couple wood chisels. They are thinner to start into the gasket and the taper is not as steep as cold chisels.
Some of those JD gaskets really hang,just went through that trying to break the final drives loose on a 2030 wheel tractor. If you haven't gotten it yet try a couple wood chisels. They are thinner to start into the gasket and the taper is not as steep as cold chisels.
- gregjo1948
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Re: rear transmission plate removal
I've had luck using an old putty knife that has no actual handle left. I put a little edge on it and it slices it's way between metal, adhesive, and gasket. I keep driving it in around the piece to be removed as much as possible until there's enough clearance to get something larger in to actually pry.
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Re: rear transmission plate removal
If it is cast iron, be careful with the prying force. It will behave much different the cast steel or plate steel when under stress. Best regards, Bruce
- Jason37756
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Re: rear transmission plate removal
nothing like a broken part to ruin a day...i'll see how it goes.
thanks
thanks
Re: rear transmission plate removal
jason,
i had same problem with oil pan on 2010 had lips all around and had to use fairly flexible putty knife and then one of wives long kitchen utensils to reach further til blamed thing got a bit loose...is cast as well and heavy booger
i had same problem with oil pan on 2010 had lips all around and had to use fairly flexible putty knife and then one of wives long kitchen utensils to reach further til blamed thing got a bit loose...is cast as well and heavy booger
- Jason37756
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Re: rear transmission plate removal
Got it busted loose and switched out. Here are some pictures.
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