John Deere 550G dozer

[Brian Henry]

The right steering brake is hard and will only lock up completely. I noticed this weekend that you could touch the left brake and then the right brake would start working. Any suggestions as to what may be my problem?

 

[Roy Suomi]

I'd start out checking the linkages for frozen joints..I recently ran into a 450-G with a burned up brake band due to rusted linkages..Very common on these machines..Get out your Kroil or Blaster and give all the linkages a good workout....

 

[John Heine]

The steering likage on steering valve is worn out.The rod on spools probably worn.I have replaced many of these.You will need to readjust steering valve.

 

[Brian Henry]

Take a look at this link to John Deere and tell me where my problem is. Thanks for your time.

 

[John Heine]

Did you find anything on steering?

 

[Brian Henry]

Not yet. I have got to get it back in my shop soon. Thanks for the help. I will let you know when I get started.