Taylor-Dunn B 2-48, Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

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Maintenance, Service, and Repair
Front Axle Page 12
12. Thoroughly clean and/or replace all bearings, nuts, washers, and bushings.
NOTE: Both the left and right side bushings and thrust bearings should be
replaced as a set.
13. Assemble in reverse order.
14. Pack the thrust bearing with grease.
15. Tighten the king pin nut until all of the up and down play is removed and the yoke rotates freely.
The rubber washer must compress slightly to create a seal for the grease.
NOTE: Refer to
Replace Front Wheel Bearings
for information
regarding proper tightening of the spindle nut
16. Install new cotter pins.
17. Realign the wheels.
NOTE: Refer to the
Steering
section for information regarding realignment
of the front wheels.
18. Lower the vehicle.
19. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
20. Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
21. Release the park brake and test drive the vehicle.
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