B3030 hst high gear problem

Tuk111

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My 1200 hour B3030 HST has developed a problem where when in high gear and I press the forward or reverse pedal there is a loud strange screeching sound and vibration in the pedal and it either won't move or move very slowly. Low and middle are fine. I checked underneath and can't see anything bent or unusual. I'm not sure when the transmission oil was last changed but it's level is showing fine. Any ideas what it could be. ?
 

Jhilde

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If you're not sure when the transmission was serviced last I would definitely start by changing the oil and filters. Then I would cut the filters open and look for debris.
 

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Do a fuel HST / hydraulic filter and fluid service, but don't hold your breath.
It's sounds more like you've stripped the splines on the flex disk or the clutch propeller shaft.
 
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PoTreeBoy

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The Wolf's way ahead of me, but I was thinking the range shifter may not be fully engaging high range. I'd check the linkage, etc.
 
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Tuk111

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Cheers guys. Any links to repair manuals online you know off? I'm not very mechanical experienced but if it's something I think I could handle I'd give it a go.