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adjusting tracks on JD loader

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MarkA

11-08-2004 13:52:32

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I have a JD 555 loader and the tracks look like they are a little slack. What are the steps for taking up the slack?

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wade

11-09-2004 18:25:49

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Re: adjusting tracks on JD loader in reply to MarkA, 11-08-2004 13:52:32

there is a zerk (under a cover)
inside the track
you can easly see it from the ground standing on the side of the unit

add grease with your grease gun.
not too much though doesnt take much

I have a 555g (1994)

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barryinmn

11-13-2004 21:33:28

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Re: adjusting tracks on JD loader in reply to wade, 11-09-2004 18:25:49

I assume you are using the special JD grease gun with special fitting correct?

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markA

11-10-2004 03:48:02

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Re: adjusting tracks on JD loader in reply to wade, 11-09-2004 18:25:49

Simply pump in some grease right? I tried doing that and the fitting would not take the grease. I have bought a grease joint rejuvenator and plan on trying that on the zerk. Just have not got to it yet. I wondered if I needed to jiggle the track, release pressure, or something to make the grease go in easier. This is a 555B. 1989 I think. Thanks.

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wade

11-10-2004 07:21:35

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Re: adjusting tracks on JD loader in reply to markA, 11-10-2004 03:48:02

This zerk has no more resistance than any other on the machine so if its not taking grease
then its clogged.

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mrbill

11-10-2004 07:04:17

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Re: adjusting tracks on JD loader in reply to markA, 11-10-2004 03:48:02

I have a 350B. I adjust mine by shooting in some grease, 3-5 squirts, to take up the slack. Then climb up on the track and jump up and down a couple times. Then repeat again for 3-5 squirts. You don't want to stretch the track that is on the ground while you are taking up the slack you can see on top.
Check your specs, but I leave about a 1 and half inch droop after adjustment.

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