Simplicity Regent Hydro-Gear 0650 Series Service And Repair Manual page 156

11 Transmission Teardown
Hydro-Gear 0500 / 0650
16. Insert the three assembly bolts into the center section
and press the center section down onto the aligning
pins and pump input shaft until it is seated on mount-
ing bosses. While holding the center section in posi-
tion, torque the bolts evenly from 44 ft. lbs. to 58 ft.
lbs.
NOTE: Treat the bolts with thread locking solution.
17. Install the motor thrust bearing (with the thicker race
towards the pistons) by compressing the piston
springs and sliding the bearing assembly into place.
NOTE: Use a wide, thick putty knife (or equivalent) to
compress the pistons and allow the bearing to be
installed.
18. Fill the axle pockets of the upper housing with 2–3
oz. of Chemplus grease--part number 1714286
(Inside of bearing location.)
NOTE: Do not overfill, and wipe off any excess grease or
sealant will not cure properly.
19. Install the washers and seals onto the differential/axle
assembly and align them for installation.
20. Install the differential/axle assembly into the housing.
21. Install a new filter onto the center section/check valve
plate.
Figure 31. Install Center Section Assembly
Figure 32. Install Motor Thrust Bearing
Grease Here
Figure 33. Install Differential / Axle Assembly
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Grease Here