John Deere G Flywheel oil leak and flywheel play

Circle K · Jun 21, 2015

Hello, I recently got my 38' G out and running which hasn't been ran in a few years. Once I got it running, I had an oil leak coming from behind the flywheel. So I would assume that I need to get a new cork gasket for that. However, I have a little bit of play in the flywheel on the crank. This might be a dumb question but how do I get rid of that play in the flywheel? Thanks in advance

Bob · Jun 21, 2015

To reduce endplay, the flywheel needs to be moved inward a bit on the crankshaft, before the bolts are tightened, after replacing the seal ring.

Circle K · Jun 21, 2015

Perfect, that's what I was wondering if I could do that or not. Thank you for your help

Circle K · Jun 21, 2015

Would anybody happen to have a part number on that cork seal for the flywheel on a 38' G? Thank you

Bob · Jun 21, 2015

It's # D2124R.

(You can view the parts catalog at www.jdparts.com.)

Circle K · Jun 21, 2015

Thank you Bob, I appreciate it.

MSD · Jun 21, 2015

Flywheel needs to be set to have .005-.010 end play.

Mark-Ia · Jun 22, 2015

You will need to hold the clutch pulley towards the tractor when adjusting the endplay at the flywheel.

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