70 Brake
 

I am installing a creeper drive and I noticed that the piston for the brake on my 70 does not go straight back, but angles up. Is it supposed to do that, or does that mean it's worn out? This is the tractor my Dad bought new and I know that the rear end has never been apart. I'm thinking about taking it apart for a cleaning and brake service.

Anyone have a pictures that show the brake setup? The ones in the service manual are not the best.

Thanks

You might have to replace clutch/brake return spring.

The clutch return spring is fine. I am looking at the brake rod that pushes against the brake lining retainer inside the reduction housing. It does not push straight back into the housing, it angles up.

Pics wopuld help.

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Here's what I mean. The part circled in red doesn't seem to be right. It is not straight, it angles up.

70 brake
 

I wonder if the ball is missing , or if the brake pucks are wore out. That piece should be kept level by the ball and adjusting screw. Hope it goes well.Chris

As has already been said, a picture of your tractor of the area in question would be extremely helpful.

I just checked my 102 and the little rod you circled goes straight into the rear end. I would assume the ball is missing.

I went ahead and took it apart tonight. The ball bearing was there, but the brake lining retainer is stuck. It actually broke the end of the adjusting screw.

Looks like I'll be taking the rear end apart for cleaning and new brake linings.

In addition to getting new gaskets for the rear end and the o ring for the brake lining retainer, should I also get a seal for the reduction drive shaft?

reduction pinion shaft
 

I would say if the bearings feel good and the seal's not wet, leave it. Glad you found the brake lever problem. Have fun, Chris