730 lp power steering leak

[The JD Workmen]

On our 730 lp wide front it seems to be leaking were the steering arm wishbone is. Is there a common seal that goes out on these? What kind of jobs is this and what is there to look out for. the power steering is one finger turnable so it doesnt need rebuilt just the leaks fixed.

Thanks for any and all help>

 

[F-I-T]

Oil leaking out of the bottom end comes from the worn lower quill o-ring. The o-ring and paper backing ring inside the lower quill is worn out, and it takes quite a bit of heavy work for just a couple of dollars in parts. Then, once you have it apart, the "you-might-as-well"s come up. You might as well replace the vane seals, etc. while you are there. Not a tough job, but oily and heavy. A hoist is helpful.

Search the archives for "Power Steering Leak" and you will find a ton of old info.

 

[Nofbdybs]

(quoted from post at 18:00:32 03/23/10) On our 730 lp wide front it seems to be leaking were the steering arm wishbone is. Is there a common seal that goes out on these? What kind of jobs is this and what is there to look out for. the power steering is one finger turnable so it doesnt need rebuilt just the leaks fixed.

Thanks for any and all help>

Same problem here. Apparently, its a VERY common leak.
Search for threads, and listen to F.I.T
I swear, he either designed the PS system, or at least, locked himself in a room and did nothing but repair them........for 200yrs straight.



On a related note. I was able to totally replace EVERYTHING inside the PS unit for about $120
IMO, pretty cheap for the "might as wells"