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D7 3t flywheel clutch dry type

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mp3953
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I have a d2 and am looking at d7 3t for sale. Tractor has 90%uc but main clutch gone. Cant even pull slight grade no blade. My question is how hard is main clutch to change on 3t. It is dry clutch variety. I think it should be able to be done from top but don’t have manual. Also I looked in inspection cover and plates are real thin and there does not look to be any more adjustments as two collars are about to touch. Please let me know if I am not thinking correct . How thick are new clutch plates? Thanks
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Sat, Jul 7, 2018 9:18 AM
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yep, comes out the top. pretty straight forward. you'll need a tractor loader or block and tackle to lift it out if you're by yourself.
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Sat, Jul 7, 2018 9:30 AM
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yep, comes out the top. pretty straight forward. you'll need a tractor loader or block and tackle to lift it out if you're by yourself.
I have changed many tractor clutches and split big ones. So for fairly exoerienced mechanic how long of a job?
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Sat, Jul 7, 2018 9:32 AM
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I have changed many tractor clutches and split big ones. So for fairly exoerienced mechanic how long of a job?
The fibre discs are not very thick . you should try adjusting the clutch before attempting and repair as this will most likely solve your problem .
Clutch adjustment and lubrication is part of the operators daily routine.
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Sat, Jul 7, 2018 11:40 AM
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The fibre discs are not very thick . you should try adjusting the clutch before attempting and repair as this will most likely solve your problem .
Clutch adjustment and lubrication is part of the operators daily routine.
thanks. I have not bought it yet and so dont have a manual. Can anyone tell me briefly how to do so? WHen i looked it did not look like there was room for more adjustment but I may have been looking wrong.
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Sat, Jul 7, 2018 5:27 PM
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thanks. I have not bought it yet and so dont have a manual. Can anyone tell me briefly how to do so? WHen i looked it did not look like there was room for more adjustment but I may have been looking wrong.
Take cover off inspection hole and loosen bolt on adjustment collar, turn clockwise till you get a snap in clutch lever. If thats unsuccessful and clutch needs to come out remove floor-boards, remove top of clutch housing. disconnect drivelinks, remove 2 drive bolts from flywheel, clutch unbolts from transmission, you'll need something to lift it, these suckers are heavy. scope out the starter drive while you have it apart, never be a better time to repair it. good luck.
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Sat, Jul 7, 2018 7:39 PM
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Take cover off inspection hole and loosen bolt on adjustment collar, turn clockwise till you get a snap in clutch lever. If thats unsuccessful and clutch needs to come out remove floor-boards, remove top of clutch housing. disconnect drivelinks, remove 2 drive bolts from flywheel, clutch unbolts from transmission, you'll need something to lift it, these suckers are heavy. scope out the starter drive while you have it apart, never be a better time to repair it. good luck.
Here you go...
[attachment=49752]D7 clutch 4.jpg[/attachment]
I hope this helps,
Craig
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Sat, Jul 7, 2018 7:56 PM
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Here you go...
[attachment=49752]D7 clutch 4.jpg[/attachment]
I hope this helps,
Craig
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Thanks for everyone’s help. Unfortunately I was unable to find a hauler so I did not purchase. If anyone’s looking for a well maintained 3t with 90%uc there is one in Atlanta. I have pics if you want them
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Mon, Jul 9, 2018 6:25 AM
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Thanks for everyone’s help. Unfortunately I was unable to find a hauler so I did not purchase. If anyone’s looking for a well maintained 3t with 90%uc there is one in Atlanta. I have pics if you want them
For the information of interested persons.
This photo shows the clutch on a 4T. The same as 3T or 7M and similar to others.
The grease nipples for the spigot bearing and the throw out bearing can be seen. The caterpillar clutch adjusting tool is on the nut that needs to be loosened to adjust the clutch for a good snap over on the hand lever. An eighth of a turn may be all that is needed. I can and have done this with the engine running but not recommended.
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Tue, Jul 10, 2018 7:34 AM
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