Service Manual

Axles, Planetaries
and Brakes
Reelmaster 6500–D/6700–D
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Axles, Planetaries and Brakes
Installing Axle on Machine
1. Support axle under machine with a jack.
2. Install axle pivot pin to secure axle to frame. Make
sure to install thrust washers between axle pivot and
frame.
3. Install hydraulic motor to adaptor housing.
4. Install wheels to axle. Tighten wheel bolts to a torque
of 85 – 100 ft–lb.
5. Fill axle with SAE 80–90W EP gear lube. Lubricant
capacity is approximately 80 oz. (2.5 U.S. qt.).
6. Check rear wheel toe–in and adjust if necessary.
Rear wheel toe-in .25 in.