D17 Power director clutch lever

Jim Backert · May 2, 2011

the tractor is leaking hydraulic oil where the hand clutch lever connects into the body of the tractor. What part should I order to correct the problem. I am thinking that it is some kind of seal? Is it easy to change out?

Thanks for any help.

Jim350 · May 2, 2011

There is a o-ring just behind the lever on the shaft.
That is probably the problem.
Both of my D-17's have not leaked there yet so I can't tell you anything about the repair since I have never replaced that o-ring. Yet

Bob Bancroft · May 2, 2011

This was never a problem back when I worked on them. But I think you can probably drain the oil, remove the side cover, and with help remove the lever/shaft. I don't remember if they used the ubiquitous AC tapered bolt and locknut between the shaft and the yoke, or woodruff keys. A little research will tell. I recall it was somewhat of a trick to start and hold a couple of woodruff keys in the shaft/yoke upon reassembly with a tractor split! I'm thinking it was a D series. Best of luck.

Brokengun · May 2, 2011

I believe its an o-ring

I have split my poor old D17 several times but I cant remember what you have to do to fix your problem but I think you can do it through a side cover.

Jim Backert · May 2, 2011

Thanks I will give it a try

Jim Backert · May 2, 2011

Thanks Jim I will give it a try

Skyhighballoon(MO) · May 6, 2011

Advice I read from another forum:

Remove the power director handle on right side, remove snap ring from where the shaft sticks out on the left side of the tractor. Slide shaft to right just enough to remove oring, install new oring then slide shaft to left and do the same.

Mike

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