Tough Torq Riding Mower Transmission Leaking Hydraulic Fluid And Slipping

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

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[@RaleysSmallEngines]

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[@jimmyphillips2216]

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[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Dang it, now I have to write a country song? 😂 Nope not gonna sing it. 😄

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[@Kalixadam9977]

I’m super impressed with his halarious commentary 😂 Makes me calm down about such a hectic repair job🤓

[@edthompson1727]

I like how he points out the owners mishaps without really insulting them😅😅

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thank you. I consider peoples feelings, no one knows all this stuff, not even me. I learn everyday and do my best to pass on points to every customer who comes to our shop. Thanks so much for watching and commenting.

[@oznetyoutube125]

That's Southern Kindness... We all are truly rude up here in the north.

[@DavidLillard-j3v]

Good job T -Bone ! Didn’t know that cap was there .

[@chasefell4234]

These are very well-made transmissions I have a Tuff-Torq K55 in my 1995 Snapper Lawn Tractor 30 years of service ☑️

[@harleyquintin6974]

Love your videos sir . Already picked up a few pointers. Im from Saskatoon Saskatchewan ,Canada. I'm retired & do alot of small engine & equipment in my garage for friends & neighbors. Always look for to more videos my friend . Keep them coming . 😊

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

That is awesome!

[@GeorgeCipows]

Finally found accurate mower transaxle information. Thank you.

[@Gears.and.Gadgets]

I appreciate your straight forward no nonsense advice. Keep up the good work sir.

[@wolffin100]

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[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Dag Nab It !!! Don't know about elegant LOL Thanks so much and Welcome to the family my friend.

[@rogermcdonald1607]

Well done T-Bone! Never sieze is definitely your friend. Like you said it somehow finds its way to your hands, clothes, tool, etc! 😢✌🇺🇸

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thank you, yes it does

[@carloscouret5144]

The red neck dip stick was awesome.

[@rauljr9869]

T-Bone, another great session on giving us some education on the common fixes

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thank you

[@hblide]

dang, Evel Knievel..... looks like you gave yourself whiplash at the end!! Awesome video as always.. B

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Yep, neck brace on now, back hurts and walk with a limp 😂Thanks for watching brother.

[@Dboyquicks10]

I can't believe you didn't have to purge the air out of it. Must have done it off screen. Good stuff brother.

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

I filled it slowly off camera, took about 30 minutes. When I filmed driving it that was first time driving it.

[@keithrenaud3380]

Would have been good if he mentioned it in the video. A lot of people wouldn't know that

[@monarichardson1556]

Appreciate this video. Very helpful for my learning curve of how to work on/fix these riding mowers!

[@jamesleivo8841]

I know it's an easy fix. But,really a very hard part of this is finding the proper parts in a timely fashion. That's always been a pain for myself. Love the videos 📹 very informative.

[@davidhollingsworth950]

Just found this video and your channel. I found oil splattered on the inside of the right rear wheel of my Husqvarna YTH21K46. After watching your video, I’m pretty sure it’s the axle seal. Thanks. 👍

[@kenholt8297]

Oh yeah, good times with this wheelie popping mechanic..🎉

[@tinkeringtaylor3053]

Another successful fix T-Bone, and well explained 👏 👌 👍

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thanks you my friend.

[@driedjello]

using a winch as a hoist is flippin brilliant!

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

😆 thank you. It's a real time and back saver.

[@johnheaton7531]

I use a an electric hoist same as you, I left my old Kubota raised up for too long,,,,filed the cylinder with oil. Lesson learned.

[@liquidrockaquatics3900]

I was actually going to suggest the PVC pipe. When I was a plumber, one of the other guys made a big wrench to take out a specialty plug with internal tabs by boring a hole through a piece of 3”pvc and making a T handle with 1.5” pvc, and cutting slots in the pipe to fit the tabs on the plug. My dad used steel pipe with the end ground smooth on one side to set shaft seals, or he manufactured his own tools to fit the needs of the shop the rewinding tool for starter rope recoil springs was priceless, and so were a few little modified tools for carburetor work.

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Awesome

[@michaelsmagic13]

Thank you t bone for helping me solve problems. I’m now working on mowers every day as a side hustle from educating myself off of your videos. I look at mowers completely different now.

[@alecrubin1292]

Love your videos, they are always quick and to the point. I am in NY and I Love your accent !!! Thank you for a great youtube channel and keep the videos coming. Regards

[@robthomas4302]

Great idea to highlight the part number. 👍👍

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thanks 👍I thought I forgot to mention the part number. I looked it up on tough torq website

[@4Truth4All]

Good stuff! Very helpful! I really enjoyed the wheelie. Keep up the good work.

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thank you for watching and commenting

[@STTC]

This ain’t NASCAR! absolutely brilliant quote 🤣🤣🤣👍🏻. That engine was hunting like the sheriff in the Rambo movie T-Bone! carb clean brother,,, great video, too easy,,, love to Mrs T from your biggest UK fanclub

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

LMAO If you ain't First you are Last !! LOL. Dang it man, Rambo LOL, yes it was. I will tell Mrs T you and Mrs Baby said hello. Thanks so much for your support my friend, hope we can meet for a Guiness one day. We would have a blast if we were neighbors.

[@Big_Johns]

T-Bone you always make it look easy brother. 👍 Hey Mrs T-Bone 👋

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thanks brother 👍 Will tell her you said hello.

[@Big_Johns]

Thank you sir.

[@garyjenkins6629]

Great video. I've had the same issue. I will add this to my winter maintenance!

[@TonyGraham-e8t]

I have a John Deere D110 engage cable broke. I replaced it but now when I engage my blades are barley turning. I did love this video. Tony

[@TonyGraham-e8t]

Do you not read these post? I was hoping for a answer sir.

[@lindadavidson1389]

Loved this video. Thanks for the demonstration, I learned a lot.

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Great, hope it helps you out. Thanks for watching and commenting 🙂

[@robertmailhos8159]

Well at least you got a sesl of approval for getting the leaky oil seal fixed and running again

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

LOL yes we did get the seal of approval from the customer.

[@rdberk]

This is great - informative and entertaining as well. Awesome!

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thank you

[@daveb3357]

I learn so much from you. Thank you sooo very much for your videos

[@richardstone5241]

You just saved my a** and several hundred dollars! Subscribed!!! Thank you for a great channel. I would like to see how to adjust the valves and replace valve cover gaskets. Also, I have a 2015 Cub Cadet Riding Mower and the seat is CRAP but I do not want to pay $300.00 for a new one any ideas!

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thank you!!!! Really appreciate it my friend. I have a couple videos on adjusting valves. If ya can't find it, let me know and I will send tomorrow

[@richardstone5241]

@@RaleysSmallEngines Sorry about that, I looked through your vids but did not see it. I will look again.

[@David-zs7bi]

Really enjoy your videos, keep them coming.

[@riksheline5961]

Keep them coming bro

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Will do my friend.

[@liljoeii6091]

Mine has the bearing grease in it. Thank you for the video.

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thanks for watching!

[@williammoore2417]

Good information ….. great video thanks

[@saliston]

Just started watching your videos you do a great job explaining things

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

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[@adnacraigo6590]

You make it look easy.

[@donames6941]

It is eazy

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

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[@walterbeaver6365]

Very good information. Easy to follow with clear instructions 😊 Thankyou Sir

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thank you, we are glad you liked it. Also thanks for commenting and watching.

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Love watching your videos

[@tdeubner]

Hello Sir, I’m a recent subscriber and I really enjoy your the humor and your common sense way of explaining how to fix any engine problems. I have a question about the rotary fuel filters. I like to order some , but I can’t seem to find them. Could you tell me how I can order some? Thanks for all the great videos.

[@eddymumford4086]

I put silicone around the out side of all the seals on tuff tork transmissions a lot of them seals don't seal good on the outside of seals

[@jessevickerson1871]

Just thought I'd let you know you installed the seal in backwards,it was correct when you removed the old seal because it's ment for the taper to be out so dirt does not get into the transmission but does allow oil to get out if needed.

[@Mrs.T-bone]

The seal is installed correctly.

[@PeterTurtlebury]

Good technique on the wheelie.

[@liquidrockaquatics3900]

I think my Dad had that same bottle of Anti-sieze from about 1986. That silver permatex crap gets EVERYWHERE!

[@captainal2655]

Good mechanic !

[@mrfixzit1019]

Nice job you do good work

[@daveh1081]

Great instructional video mate. I have a John Deere x300. According to the owners manual, the gearbox is sealed for life! It has one of those caps but it is mounted vertically on the rear of the gearbox. Is it actually possible to change the gearbox oil in a tuff torq gearbox in an x300? If so, can you give me some guidance on how to do it? Many thanks.

[@UQRXD]

Like the zip tie dip stick.

[@ronroberts7297]

Well I learned something today. Well taught lesson. Subscribed!

[@grantnutter9364]

Thank you sooo much for this video!!!

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I like your demeanor

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

thank you

[@ThomasAlden-gn3ho]

Thanks for sharing 👍

[@tatechasers2393]

great video, I'll have to check for leaks

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Awesome, thanks for watching.

[@benkanobe7500]

I live on 5 acres and maintain it myself (have been for 45 years). I maintain my own equipment (chainsaws, line trimmers, hedge trimmers, riding mowers/garden tractors, pressure washer, log splliter, ...). I take care of my stuff so it last a long time (I purchased my JD 317 when they were new and have the Kohler Series I motor) as my John Deere is still on the original engine (no smoke) and Hydro. Where do I get parts for my stuff (JD 317, Echo, Stihl, Husqvarna, Poulan, ....). I saw you replace the axle seal and all I could think of is where the heck would I get that for my 1996 Poulan ( 18.5HP Briggs and 46 inch deck)? I only know amazon and ebay. Where do DIY guys like me get hard to find parts for our well cared for quality stuff (like original carbs or Original carb kits)? Thanks!

[@billwilliamson9842]

this just confirms what my thoughts were on a slow/surgin trans on a troybilt horse xp I have. You aren't the only one to have a low opinion of those kholer courage engines but dangit if both of mine haven't been used, abused and then beat on some more and they just keep cuttin. I mow about 8-10 acres weekly with just a 46"'r. Good vid and I sub'd.

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Awesome thank you 😊

[@warnerwilliams1223]

He does a great job. Thanks

[@TheRustyRooster]

Hey hey there ya have it, folks. "It's just that simple "

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Too Easy

[@flierbill]

Nice shop, I'm out here on the ground.

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thank you, that's ok that you are working on the ground. I'm always rolling in the dirt repairing equipment. Glad you are repairing it. Thanks for your comment my friend.

[@jeffcameron7853]

Just had this issue come up. You video has helped, cheers!

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Awesome thank you for watching and commenting my friend 😀

[@rhargarther1]

From my understanding Cub Cadet made a transmission for their 2160 called the Autogear Transmission. Instead of running off a hydrostatic drive it runs off multiple clutches which are attached to a 6-speed transmission. I'm curious on how it works and how to diagnose problems with that particular transmission.

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

That may be a machine that has a 2 belt system with a floating double pulley. I need to do a video on one of those. If you are having issues be sure to replace both belts at the same time.

[@JungleBobRepair]

Love it bother wheels up!

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Wheels up and hammer down !! Thanks for your support brother.

[@johnnyhostler827]

Not sure if it will affect the seals life but you did install them backwards and the old ones were in correctly… other than that good work!!

[@edwardstephens247]

Very educational video

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thank you

[@juanvela583]

Thank you for the advice

[@edwinpagan9733]

Hey Riley hope you're okay anyway great videos I was just wondering if you can give me some direction I got a Scott's Powered by Kohler command I can't find that Seal cause this Machine is from 1999 and up I Don't Know exactly what year You think you might be able to point me in the right direction greatly appreciated keep up the great work buddy

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Thanks for watching and commenting my friend. Try looking it up on Parts Tree using the model number of the machine. You can also look at the back side of the transmission, if it's a tuf torque you can go to their website or call their 800 number. Hope this helps

[@mudell.hunter0426]

Great video, exactly what I needed.

[@MrBdiehl]

No fuss no muss , Fixed!

[@joevanamber]

Helped. Thanks.

[@Sertao2013]

is there a difference in sae 20w 50 full synthetic motor oil and the oil you are using ?

[@IBEW44]

Awesome can you show the how to on the ceiling winch.

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

I've had a few requests for that. It's just a cheap Harbor Freight winch bolted to the rafters in the building.

[@IBEW44]

@@RaleysSmallEngines ok T Bone.

[@kyfho47]

Replaced ToughTorq hydrostatic transmission on my John Deere D170 only to discover original one was slipping due to low fluid. JD doesn't give you a way to check fluid level with rear end still installed. So, now I've got a spare.😐

[@robj2704]

Yep. Even seen people replace $800 transaxle when it was just the belt the whole time.

[@ManKidRides]

If only you had some kind of hook tool for getting the gasket seal out, I saw this one video where a guy has a hook tool that he used to take a wheel nut cover off. One of those hook tools would be great for that seal 😏

[@nickpanico5441]

Thanks for the videos !!

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Glad you like them!

[@CJFilms1001]

Here to learn from the best

[@racerxv6valvoline424]

thank you buddy!!!! I'll go check mine

[@renatogoncalves2412]

Learning more and more. Thx.

[@rogerford4427]

Perfect practice makes for fun😂

[@roccfella2665]

Here's and idea.... use the pick tool you used to get the dust cover off on axel seal.... kinda what they're actually for

[@JohnnyCorrell]

Did not know where the place was to put oil in the transmission

[@allenhonaker4107]

Any thoughts as to whether the seal was put in backwards at the factory or by someone else?

[@ColinWatters]

I've have a slow leak from somewhere near the middle of the transmission. Can't see enough to figure out where it's coming from. Are there any good candidates ? Works fine if I keep it filled.

[@garysmith5968]

I have a husk of honor YTA22V46I replaced Replaced one seal? Is it a way I can add some fluid into my transmission?

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

Love it... Husk of Honor LOL. You should be able to remove the battery and get to the vent like I did in the video.

[@bballboyjumpshot9353]

Thank you sir!

[@khenm5198]

Thanks for the video brotha

[@tuanvucohan.9901]

Hi. I have the Cub Cadet model as the one in this video. I bought the axle seal on cub cadet website. I am not sure if it is right. would you please let me know part number for the seal use are you using. it look so easy when you drive the seal in. I use the washer and the pvc to drive the axle in but i having hard time... I am still working on it.

[@Davidjb37721]

Thanks

[@Tsers87]

Craftsman mower trans goes backwards fast however not so fast forward anymore Belt seems to be fine It’s a sealed trans Any advice

[@ColinWatters]

Ive just speant a day trying to get the wheel hub off the axle. Its so rusted on its impossible. I then stripped the transmission so I just have the axle and hub to work with. Tried everything to get that hub off with no success. Even heated it with a blow lamp. Annoyingly its moved on the shaft and seized in a different position. Have ordered a new axle and will drill out the old one to rescue the hub.

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

OMG 😲

[@billywhitt4338]

Does a troy bilt pony have a full plug I've looked all over it and can't find one

[@Steve-jy7bc]

Technically what you refer to as the fill plug...is the relief plug. The actual fill plug is just forward a few inches, but on that model CC its easier to get to without removing the fan blade. On my JD l130, you have to remove the tranaxle to check or change the fluid. Its not overly difficult, but Tuff Torq could have designed them better.

[@billywhitt4338]

I put new belts on my Troy-Bilt pony upper and lower drive belts and now when I put the park brake on the mower still pulls how do I adjust this

[@MikeFields-m2p]

best ive seen thanks

[@Chef-James]

Wheelie good video.

[@RaleysSmallEngines]

🤣 thank you 😊