Re: (ET) newbie questions

[Allan V <allanhv worldnet att net>]

Would parking on a hill so the front wheels are at least 5" below the rear
wheels have the desired effect?

Allan


"Casey, Jack" wrote:

> I'll answer your question on the trans.
> Drain the transaxle, jack up the tractor so that rear wheels are at 
> least 5"
> off the ground.  This is necessary because you need to get 64 ozs (no 
> less)
> of 85-140 gear oil in there.  This is an awkward process made easier by
> using a funnel and a 16"-18" piece of clear plastic hose.  You'll find 
> this
> oil at any auto supply shop. Good luck,  Jack
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Jim Coate [mailto:jbc coate org]
> Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2001 10:25 AM
> To: Elec-Trak List
> Subject: (ET) newbie questions
>
> Well, I am now the proud owner of an E-20, with mower, dozer blade, and
> (thanks to this list) tiller. Now to find a front-end loader. It is
> running and I did a mowing with it, but now I have lots of questions. It
> has a bad power disconnect and lift strap, but new ones have already
> arrived from Bill so I will get those in soon.
>
> It makes evil noises in LL and sometimes L gear. I figured checking the
> transmission oil level would be a good first step. What is the best way
> to lift up the tractor to work under it? What type of oil does the
> tranny take (the manual helpfully says "approved Elec-Trak axle fluid
> only")?
>
> I think I read at some point that upgraded brakes are available? The
> brakes don't seem that strong right now - is there a way to tell which
> version I have?
>
> On the fuel level gage, does anyone know offhand what voltages the "E"
> and "F" correspond to?
>
> Finally, is there any search engine for the archives? Thanks.
>
> _________
> Jim Coate
> 1992 Chevy S-10, http://www.eeevee.com