I have a LX279 with a Tuff Torq K62A hydrostatic. My in laws borrowed it and were hauling some wood in a basket on the back, I think it overworked the transmission and caused oil pressure to build up. Afterwards there was a significant oil leak from the top of the transmission where the bypass lever exits the case. The parts diagram shows "packing" instead of some type of seal.
I am assuming/hoping I only need to replace that packing. Before I remove the bypass rod/lever from the case, is there anything I need to be aware of? Does that rod simply lift straight up and out or is there anything special I will need to do?
I've had a K62A completely apart before (not this one) and I know there are several parts that must be in exactly the correct position.
I don't want to cause more problems that. I already have.
Anyone think the problem is something more than that packing?
I have already removed the floor pan with seat, gas tank and cooling fan to confirm the location of the leak.
I am assuming/hoping I only need to replace that packing. Before I remove the bypass rod/lever from the case, is there anything I need to be aware of? Does that rod simply lift straight up and out or is there anything special I will need to do?
I've had a K62A completely apart before (not this one) and I know there are several parts that must be in exactly the correct position.
I don't want to cause more problems that. I already have.
Anyone think the problem is something more than that packing?
I have already removed the floor pan with seat, gas tank and cooling fan to confirm the location of the leak.