Fellow OTT'ers,
My B7100 HST 4X4 HST has developed a serious issue today. I put the transmission in 4X4 mode and heard a crunch sound. Then, the front wheel locked up when I tried to move forward. I took it out of 4X4 mode and it will go forward a little before the front wheel locks up. I was in the yard but was able to baby it back to the shed by stopping and going backward for a little bit. The locking was intermittent every 30 feet. Before I call my dealer, I would like to see if this is something I can tackle and repair easily in my garage. I am not a mechanic but able to handle a wrench. Has anyone experienced this issue or perhaps knows what the problem may be. I really don't know where to look first or what steps I should take to identify the issue.
Thanks and appreciate any advice.
AK
My B7100 HST 4X4 HST has developed a serious issue today. I put the transmission in 4X4 mode and heard a crunch sound. Then, the front wheel locked up when I tried to move forward. I took it out of 4X4 mode and it will go forward a little before the front wheel locks up. I was in the yard but was able to baby it back to the shed by stopping and going backward for a little bit. The locking was intermittent every 30 feet. Before I call my dealer, I would like to see if this is something I can tackle and repair easily in my garage. I am not a mechanic but able to handle a wrench. Has anyone experienced this issue or perhaps knows what the problem may be. I really don't know where to look first or what steps I should take to identify the issue.
Thanks and appreciate any advice.
AK