So if no one knows, who does ?

docstoy

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I asked a question about my M9960D Trans. or gear noise with no response. So besides taking tractor to dealer and them guessing, what website or who may know ? Not trying to be a smart Alec , would just like to be knowledgeable about problem. Thanks
 

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I asked a question about my M9960D Trans. or gear noise with no response. So besides taking tractor to dealer and them guessing, what website or who may know ? Not trying to be a smart Alec , would just like to be knowledgeable about problem. Thanks


I could come up with 3 dozen or more, could be this or could be that, I just can not hear the noise from here.
 
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I asked a question about my M9960D Trans. or gear noise with no response. So besides taking tractor to dealer and them guessing, what website or who may know ? Not trying to be a smart Alec , would just like to be knowledgeable about problem. Thanks
My guess is that Wolfman has some things going on that have limited his screen time and:
1. Very few other people who frequent this board are very knowledgeable on the shuttle shift tractors.
2. Those who are, it would probably like to hear it.
3. Nobody wants to provide incorrect answers.
 
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I asked a question about my M9960D Trans. or gear noise with no response. So besides taking tractor to dealer and them guessing, what website or who may know ? Not trying to be a smart Alec , would just like to be knowledgeable about problem. Thanks
Sorry, I missed your original post. So, here’s my diagnosis…and how to solve the problem:

It’s a bad gear-noise in your transmission.

Buy a good set of headsets, preferably with Sirius Radio, and turn the Volume UP on your favorite music.

IF/When the tranny finally breaks completely, the dealer will not have to guess about it at all.

You’re welcome.
 
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It would help if you could take a short video of the tractor making the noise and post it so folks can hear the noise.

You can’t directly post videos here. Post a video to YouTube. Post the link here.
 
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Looking at a video and listening to noises makes about as much sense as showing a photo and asking what does this feel like?
 
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You need to make a video / audio of the noise post it on Youtube, then give us a link to see / hear what's going with it.
Being a cabbed model you will always get a higher sound level than a non cabbed model.

FYI: There are some of the best Kubota techs out there on here, I don't know of anywhere else that you'll get better answers than here.
 
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I'll get a video posted as soon as I can, will have to get one of my children to do it
I have a very good dealer here...when I run into a problem, I give him a call, tell him about the mystery problem. He sends a tech to my home to check it out and offer a remedy ..No remedy, no charge...now that's service and, caring.
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For over 100 years, Erb & Henry Equip., Inc. has been the areas leader in the Agricultural Equipment for residential and commercial lawn and garden equipment sale. At Erb & Henry Equip., Inc, the difference is that the sale is just the first step. We service what we sell, which means we're here for you after the sale. For over 100 years, we have built our reputation on providing the best possible service!

Great to have a caring dealer on hand.
 
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I guess I’ll be the first to ask. Why are you putting the shuttle in forward or reverse with the gear shifter in park?

I read that in your other post and it didn’t make sense to me. The video helps though.

My M series make some noise with the shuttle on forward or reverse with my gear shifter in neutral. Possibly just a balance/idler shaft?
 

docstoy

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The reason is the m9540 doesnt make any noise but the m9960 does . Don't know if it will break but would rather fix it now before it scatters pieces if it needs it.
 

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I would change the hydraulic filters, cut the used ones open, and inspect the pleats for metal.