Adjusting Wheel Spindles

Wheel spindle positions are determined by tire size, pickup type, and crop conditions. (Refer to WHEEL SPINDLE POSITIONS in this section.)

1. Lift one side of baler using a floor jack.

2. Remove nuts, washers, and spindle.

NOTE: If removed, install spindle mounting bolts with nuts on outside of machine. Exception: On MegaWide pickups, mount top pair of cap screws with nuts on inside of machine.

3. Reposition wheel spindle and reinstall hardware. Tighten nuts to specifications.

Specification

Wheel Spindle Nuts (31 x 13.5 x 15) -Torque 235 N·m (173 lb-ft)
Wheel Spindle Nuts (21.5 x 16.1) -Torque 339 N·m (250 lb-ft)

4. Repeat procedure on opposite side.

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