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1. Starting from the back, start the wear strip onto the
rail; then using a block of wood and a hammer, drive
the wear strip forward into position.
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2. Secure with a machine screw and lock nut. Tighten
securely.
Rear Suspension Arm/Rear
Springs
DISASSEMBLING
1. With the skid frame removed, remove the cap screws
securing the rear arm to the support bracket and rail;
then remove the rear arm. Account for and note the
location of all hardware.
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2. Remove the rear springs and sleeves from the rear
arm.
INSPECTING
1. Inspect all rear arm weldments for cracks or unusual
bends.
2. Inspect all tubing for cracks or unusual bends.
3. Inspect the axles for wear or damage.
4. Inspect the upper and lower bearings for wear or
damage.
5. Inspect the two spring adjuster blocks for damage.
6. Inspect the springs for excessive wear, cracks, or
imperfections.
ASSEMBLING
1. Apply a light coat of grease to the axles and the bush-
ing areas.
2. Place the rear arm into position on the support
bracket and rail; then secure with cap screws (threads
coated with blue Loctite #243). Tighten to 20 ft-lb.
Rear Idler Wheels and Axle
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DISASSEMBLING
1. With the skid frame removed, remove the cap screws
and flat washers securing the outer idler wheels.
Remove the idler wheels from the axle and account
for the adjuster bushings.
2. Slide the axle out of the rear axle housing and the rear
spacer.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean the bearings with a clean cloth.
2. Inspect all idler wheel bearings. Rotate each bearing
(by hand) and if any roughness or binding is noted,
replace the idler wheel assembly.
3. Inspect the outer rubber portion of the idler wheels
for cracks and poor bonding.
4. Inspect the plastic hub of each idler wheel for crack-
ing.
5. Inspect the axle for wear and damaged threads. Dam-
aged threads may be repaired with a 3/8 x 16 tap.
