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Front Bolster Removal on Farmall M Wide Front

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Mr. J

10-27-2003 19:25:52

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Hello all,

A predicament here....needing to take front engine cover off a Farmall M. the tractor has an IH wide front end with the tie rods up front. Is there any way to remove the front steering bolster without removing the entire front end? We are looking at this and we think we can do it if we leave the 2 rear bolts that are holding the front end in place and sliding the bolster out the front....If anyone could lend us some advice as what to do, it would be appreciated.....I just know the dang front bolster weighs A BUNCH, and we're not looking forward to this fix..... ANYWAY....another day another dollar....Thanks in advance,

Jared Jeffries

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Bob M

10-28-2003 04:35:00

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Re: Front Bolster Removal on Farmall M Wide Front in reply to Mr. J, 10-27-2003 19:25:52

Jared - You'll need to remove the entire front end assembly. Best way probably is to do it as a unit (radiator, bolster and front axle). First drain and disconnect the radiator hoses, disconnect the steering shaft at the U-joint, and disconnect the WFE stay rod bracket under the tractor. Then remove the bolts holding the upper bolster to the frame rails, and loosen (but don't remove) the other frame rail bolts. Finally use a suitable hoist or loader to slide the bolster/front axle assembly ahead and away from the tractor. BE CAREFUL HERE - the assembly is VERY top heavy!

Punch below for a few pix taken when I replaced the cam gear on my Super M a couple years ago. Mine's a narrow front - however except for the front axle stay rod, bolster removal will be the same for your WF tractor.

Good luck!

Super M cam gear replacement

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Nebraska Cowman

10-28-2003 04:03:48

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Re: Front Bolster Removal on Farmall M Wide Front in reply to Mr. J, 10-27-2003 19:25:52

It's been too long to remember but I'm thinking we used to take it as a unit, frame rails and all. You will need a chain hoist.

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