Summary of Contents for Unverferth BRENT GRAIN TRAIN 557Q
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Grain Handling ® THE GRAIN TRAIN WAGONS MODELS 557Q, 657Q, 757Q Model 557Q = Serial Number B30610100 & Higher Model 657Q = Serial Number B30200100 & Higher Model 757Q = Serial Number B30300100 & Higher Part No. 300900...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Introduction Foreword This symbol identifi es important safety messages. When you see it, read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury. Remember, safety instructions stated in this manual are for your protection. Read them carefully and follow them closely when working around or using this machine.
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The information, specifications, and illustrations in the manual are based on information available at the time it was written. Due to continuing improvements in the design and manufacture of Unverferth products, all specifications and information contained herein are subject to change without notice.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Introduction Table of Contents Section I Safety General Hazard Information ....................... 1-2 Safety Decals ..........................1-3 Following Safety Instructions ..................... 1-4 Before Operating or Servicing ....................1-5 During Operation ........................1-6 Before Transporting ........................1-6 During Transport .........................
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Introduction Table of Contents Section III Operation Hydraulic Connections ........................ 3-2 Hydraulic Pressure Return ......................3-2 Hydraulic Manual-Over-Ride ....................... 3-3 Chute ............................3-3 Hydraulic Trouble Shooting ......................3-4 Tandem Operation ........................3-5 Tarp Operating Safety Information ..................... 3-6 Section IV Maintenance Oil Bath Hub ..........................
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Introduction Table of Contents Section V Parts Tongue Components ........................5-2 Brake Master Cylinder ....................... 5-6 Front Brake Components - Model 557Q ................... 5-7 Brake Components - Model 557Q .................... 5-8 Brake Components - Model 657Q/757Q ................. 5-10 13”...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Safety Section I Safety General Hazard Information ....................... 1-2 Safety Decals ..........................1-3 Following Safety Instructions ..................... 1-4 Before Operating or Servicing ....................1-5 During Operation ........................1-6 Before Transporting ........................1-6 During Transport ......................... 1-7 Pressurized Oil ...........................
It is true that the designer, the manufacturer, and the safety engineer can help; and they will help, but their combined efforts can be wiped out by a single careless act of the operator. It is said that, “the best kind of a safety device is a careful operator.” We, at Unverferth Mfg.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Safety Safety Decals REPLACE LOST, DAMAGED, PAINTED, OR UNREADABLE DECALS IMMEDIATELY. IF PARTS • THAT HAVE DECALS ARE REPLACED, ALSO MAKE SURE TO INSTALL NEW DECALS. THESE DECALS INFORM AND REMIND THE OPERATOR WITH OPERATIONAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY MESSAGES.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Safety Following Safety Instructions • Read and understand this operator’s manual before operating. • All machinery should be operated only by trained and authorized personnel. • To prevent machine damage, use only attachments and service parts approved by the manufacturer. •...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Safety Before Operating or Servicing • Do not stand between towing vehicle and implement during hitching. • Avoid working under an implement; however, if it becomes absolutely unavoidable, make sure the implement is safely blocked. •...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Safety Before Transporting • Secure transport chain to towing vehicle before transporting. DO NOT transport without chain. • Check for proper function of all available transport lights. Make sure that all refl ectors are clean and in place on machine. Make sure the SMV emblem is visible to approaching traffi...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Safety Pressurized Oil • Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines from tractor, loosening any hydraulic fi ttings or servicing hydraulic system. See hydraulic power unit manual for procedure to relieve pressure. • Use a piece of cardboard or wood to detect leaks of hydraulic fl uid under pressure. Correct hydraulic leaks immediately. •...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Safety Preparing for Emergencies • Keep a fi rst aid kit and properly rated fi re extinguisher nearby. • Keep emergency numbers for fi re, rescue, and poison control personnel near the phone. Wearing Protective Equipment •...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Set-Up Checklist After the wagon has been completely assembled, use the following checklist and inspect the wagon. Check off each item as it is found satisfactory or after proper adjustment is made. Torque wheel nuts as specifi ed in MAINTENANCE section. ...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up SMV Emblem The SMV emblem is shipped with the refl ective side facing towards the front of the wagon. Remove the SMV emblem and reattach it with the refl ective side facing towards the rear of the wagon.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Important Check Points Tires and Wheels Check tire pressures and maintain at recommended values listed in this manual. For questions regarding new tire warranty, please contact your local original equipment tire dealer. Used tires carry NO WARRANTY.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Important Check Points (continued) Check the oil level of the wheel hubs. Set the wagon with each axle level side to side. Check the oil level at the clear window of each hub end. The oil level should be at the indicator ring slightly below the fi...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Important Check Points (continued) Tongue and Wheel Alignment Please refer to the following information for specifi c tongue/wheel alignment. If the tongue does not pull perpen- dicular to the front axle, the grain wagon can “dog-track”. Use a straight edge or string to set front tires straight with rear tires.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Hitch The standard hitch pin size for your grain wagon is 1 1/4”. The optional hitch kit includes a 1 1/2” I.D. ball hitch and bushing for a 1 1/4” pin. It also includes a hammerstrap for the 1 1/4”...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Steering Axle Stop Adjustment Turn wheels both directions on level ground and adjust axle stop bolts for 1 - 1 1/2” clearance between inside tire edge and nearest frame. (April 2012)
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Brake System Sliding Hitch and Latch The braking system on your running gear is designed to release automatically when you back up. Before adjusting individual brake shoes, inspect the master cylinder push plate for proper contact when the sliding hitch and latch mechanism is pulled forward.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Brake System (continued) Manual Bleeding Fill master cylinder with fl uid. Bleed rear brakes fi rst (farthest from master cylinder). Loosen the bleeder screw located in wheel cylinder one turn. The system is now open to the atmosphere through a passage drilled in the screw.
All of The Grain Train® Wagons are supplied with a seven-point SAE connector plug which will adapt to the receptacle found on newer tractors. If not available, an SAE J 560 seven- point outlet socket can be purchased from your Unverferth dealer (order Part #92824). The Grain Train Wires: White = Ground Green = Right amber fl...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Light Module Kit #9003631 - Optional In some areas the lights may be required to operate in a specifi c pattern. There is an Enhanced Turn Signal Kit available in addition to the standard light kit for this function.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Adjustable Tongue Height 1. To change the tongue height, adjust the lengths of the springs at the rear of the tongue, behind the side plates. Behind plate 2. Using a wrench on each of the two nuts on the First Nut same shaft, back the second nut away from the fi...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Adjustable Chute Your grain wagon features an adjustable-height unloading chute. The two adjustment bolts are located under the door area of the grain wagon on the right and left sides of the door. When the bolts turned in (clockwise), the unloading height of the chute lowers.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Hopper Reversal (Optional) 1. Remove the rear suspension retaining pins Fig. 1 (Fig. 1). 2. Remove the rear harness electrical connector with mounting bracket, rear hose coupler and clamp. Place on the running gear (Fig. 1). Rear Suspension Retaining Pins Fig.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Hopper Reversal (Optional) (continued) 7. Remove the front link weldment (300563) from Fig. 5 the runner bushing (Fig. 5). RELIEVE THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM • A L L P R E S S U R E B E F O R E ADJUSTING OR SERVICING.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Hopper Reversal (Optional) (continued) 15. Tighten the spring bolt, approximately 2” from the spring to torsion bracket (Fig. 3). 16. Disassemble the valve block, rotate 180 degrees and assemble to the bracket on the opposite side (Fig.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Fender Installation - Optional NOTE: All capscrews and nuts which tighten directly against the plastic fenders must have a fl at washer to provide adequate surface bearing. Do not tighten fasteners during assembly. After all fenders are attached, visually align fenders with tires and tighten all fasteners.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Fender Installation - Optional (continued) 7. Bolt front fenders to tube with 3/8 x 2 1/2 capscrews, fender washers and lock nuts in top holes. 8. Assemble mud fl aps and back plates to front fenders with 3/8 x 1 capscrews, fender washers and lock nuts in bottom holes.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Fender Installation - Optional (continued) Fender Light Installation - Optional 1. Center mounting bezel in molded fender relief. FIG. 1 Once located, use mounting bezel as a tem- plate and drill two 3/16” diameter mounting holes thru fender.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Fender Installation - Optional (continued) Fender Light Installation - Optional (continued) 4. Locate front and rear fender harness center Front fender harness break-out leads over main harness leads on the running gear center pull tube and connect the same color wires.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Fender Installation - Optional (continued) Wiring (Where Applicable) 6. Install perimeter wiring harness and connect to main harness. Crimp light wires to harness connectors. Assemble lights to fenders, with ground eyelets on mounting bolts. 7.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Weather Guard Tarp Installation - Optional • FALLING OBJECTS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT WORK UNDER THE MACHINE AT ANY TIME WHILE BEING HOISTED. BE SURE ALL LIFTING DEVICES AND SUP- PORTS ARE RATED FOR THE LOADS BEING HOISTED.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Weather Guard Tarp Installation - Optional (continued) 3. Assemble the bow brackets (40) and latch plate (5) to the right side panel or side board with torx screw (49) and fl ange nuts (33). Se- cure latch plate (5) to front of panel with eye- bolt (19) and two fl...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Weather Guard Tarp Installation - Optional (continued) 6. Attach the cable assemblies (9005708) to the rear end cap holes, see Fig. 6A. Run cables over the top of the bows (220575B). Route cables through holes in front end caps (Fig.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Weather Guard Tarp Installation - Optional (continued) 7. (2-person operation) On a clean fl oor, lay the tarp out fl at with the raw edge of the hems and pockets down and the exterior side facing up. 8.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Weather Guard Tarp Installation - Optional (continued) 9. Insert knotted stretch rope (8) through fl at washer (38), plastic tube (4) and end plug (20). Place these items as an assembly into front end of 2”...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Weather Guard Tarp Installation - Optional (continued) Hand Crank Handle 13. Locate the bracket just above the box fold Fig. 12 line, centered on the box. Using self-tapping screws (43) mount bracket to box and secure using fl...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Electric Roll Tarp Installation - Optional • TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE WHO REMAIN OUTSIDE THE CART TO ASSIST THE PERSON WORKING INSIDE THE WAGON, AND THAT ALL SAFE WORKPLACE PRACTICES ARE FOLLOWED. THERE IS RESTRICTED MOBILITY AND LIMITED EXIT PATHS WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE WAGON.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Electric Roll Tarp Installation - Optional (continued) 3. Secure the pivot mount bracket (9006518) to the hopper using four ½-13 x 1 ½” cap screws (9390- 101), eight ½” fl at washers (9405-086), and four ½-13 elastic lock-nuts (9398-016). Next, attach the pivot pin (9006515) and the rest of the pivot arm assembly (9006517) to the pivot mount bracket (9006518) using two ½-13 x 1 ½”...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Electric Roll Tarp Installation - Optional (continued) 5. Rotate the upper arm until the ½” x 2 ¾” clevis pin (9005395) is able to be inserted into the middle holes in the upper arm located under the two torsion springs. Once the clevis pin is in the holes, retain with a 1/8”...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Electric Roll Tarp Installation - Optional (continued) 10. Pull the additional slack out of the wire from the bottom of the pivot arm assembly. Ensure that there is enough slack at the joints to prevent overextending the wire when folding. Evenly space and attach the wire clamps (TA0-903850-0) down the center of the wagon as shown in Figure 4.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Set-Up Electric Roll Tarp Installation - Optional (continued) 13. Install breaker within 12 inches of the battery. Wire switch to the motor reversing relay as shown in Figure 6 and mount to the wagon. Assemble rubber boots to the motor and relay terminals to prevent wires from shorting out.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Operation Hydraulic Connections • When coupling hydraulic hoses to ports on the tractor, be sure that the coupler ends are clear of dust, dirt and debris. Failure to do so could contaminate hydraulic system resulting in excessive wear and possible failure.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Operation Hydraulic Manual-Over-Ride Should the wired switch not work to operate the door, use the override button on the valve for operation. This is the knurled button on the top of the solenoid. The operation can be done by either pushing or pulling the button.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Operation Hydraulic Trouble Shooting ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Dismount non-working switch from Repair wires and/or replace panel and inspect switch and switch switch/harness, if necessary. connection to rear harness. Look for cuts or shorts. Check switch for proper function by using a volt-meter.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Operation Tandem Operation When pulling wagons in the tandem option, please do the following: 1. Connect the electrical cord. 2. Hook up the transport chain on the lead wagon that is sized for the total load. 3.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Operation Tarp Operating Safety Information Always use adequate caution when operating tarp. Make sure tarp is open before unloading or loading. Make sure nobody is near the tarp system before and during operating. ...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Oil Bath Hub NOTE: The Seal Bore in the Hub & Seal ID needs to be clean, dry and free of oil before proceeding with the following steps. 1. Thoroughly lubricate the inner bearing with 80W90 oil and assemble the bearing cone into the hub bearing cup.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Seasonal Storage Your wagon is an important investment. Spend a little time to protect it from destructive rust and corrosion, You will be repaid in longer service life and better performance. Do the following before placing the wagon in storage: 1.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Hydraulic System Bleed Use a hose with male pioneer couplers on each end of the hose and attach to the wagon’s rear female hydraulic couplers. Attach the wagon’s front male couplers to the tractor. Completely bleed this portion of the circuit by holding the hydraulic lever for at least one minute.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Wheels and Tires 4. If applicable, replace the mounting studs by removing the nut on the opposite side while retaining the hex base of the mounting stud. Install the new stud and tighten the nut while retaining the hex base of the stud.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Wheels and Tires (continued) Tire Pressure • The following is to be used as a general guide for tire infl ation and fi gures can vary depending on the specifi c tire size used. It is important that tires are inspected after unit is loaded. Start with pressure indicated by your tire size and bushel capacity.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Complete Torque Chart Capscrews - Grade 5 NOTE: • Grade 5 capscrews can be identifi ed by three radial dashes on the head. • For wheel torque requirements, refer to Wheels and Tires. •...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Brake Line Fittings – Torque and Installation INVERTED FLARE 1. Lubricate threads and assemble to fi tting body. Nut should be turned hand tight. 2. Tighten assembly with wrench until a solid feel- ing is encountered.
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Tongue Retractable Light Cord Service Inspection & Maintenance 1. Retract the harness as far as possible before inspecting. Fig. 1 2. Remove the (4) hex capscrews from the tongue harness cover sides, lift up the hitch end and prop open (Fig.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Tongue Retractable Light Cord Service (continued) Fig. 7 • Spring contains 30 lbs. of force. Before disconnecting the pins, rotate the bolt counter- clockwise to detension the spring. Fig. 8 4. After inspection, reassemble the harness cover.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Tongue Retractable Light Cord Service (continued) To Replace Cable, Spring or Pulleys 1. Disassembly is the same as listed for the inspection procedure. Fig. 1 • N OT C U T D I S C O N N E C T T H E CA B L E , P U L L E Y O R S P R I N G W I T H O U T PROPERLY DETENSIONING THE SPRING.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Tongue Retractable Light Cord Service (continued) Fig. 5 9. Replace the harness by removing the 7-pin connector, remove the front harness inner cover, cut the cable ties and disconnect the harness from the rear harness, behind the undercarriage front plate.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Brake System Brake Shoe Adjustment NOTE: Be sure to read preceding sec- tion on sliding hitch and latch adjustment before proceeding to this step. Brakes are set at factory, however, it may be- come necessary to adjust shoes after the fi...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Maintenance Tarp Trouble Shooting PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Tarp sags in middle areas 1. Bows may be bent or adjusted too low. 2. Missing or loose ridge strap. Replace or retighten. 3. U-joint may need to be adjusted on splinded shaft to provide more tension.
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Parts Section V Parts Tongue Components ........................5-2 Brake Master Cylinder ....................... 5-6 Front Brake Components - Model 557Q ................... 5-7 Brake Components - Model 557Q .................... 5-8 Brake Components - Model 657Q/757Q ................. 5-10 13”...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Parts Tongue Components ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. NOTES Incl. items 1-10, 12-15, 21, 22, Tongue Assembly =Green= 300986G 24-34, 36-42, 45-53, 56-67, 70-73, 77-83 NOTE: Use for Replacement of Tongue Assembly 300580G & Tongue Assembly =Red= 300986R 300580R Hitch Subassembly...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Parts Tongue Components ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. NOTES Trim-Lok - Poly 92444 1.5 ft Trim-Lok - Metal 9005441 1 ft Plug 7-Way Single Grip w/Spring Guard 92450 Actuator (Master Cylinder Assembly) 92968 See Page 5-6 Capscrew 1/4-20UNC x 3/4 GR5 9390-003 Capscrew 1/4-20UNC x 1 GR5...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Parts Tongue Components ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. NOTES Spring Mount Plate =Green= 300616G Spring Mount Plate =Red= 300616R Shaft - Turning Assembly 300723 Spring - Compression 9003880B Retaining Ring 91192 Capscrew 1/2 x 3 UNC GR5 9390-107 Lock Washer 1/2 Extra 9404-026...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Parts Brake Master Cylinder ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. QTY. NOTES Master Cylinder w/Spring Bracket 92968 Includes Items 1 - 8 Seal Kit for Master Cylinder 9001031 Hydraulic Bracket Assembly 270503 Includes Items 3 & 5 Spring Bracket - Right 91672 Spring Bracket - Left...
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Parts Optional Front Brake Components - Model 557Q NOTE: Brake shoe anchor bolt must be indexed opposite from the steering arm or towards the rear of the wagon. ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. QTY. NOTES Front Brake Package 300170 Optional...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Parts Wheels and Tires TIRES For questions regarding new tire warranty, please contact your lo- cal original equipment tire dealer. Used tires carry no warranty. ITEM DESCRIPTION LOAD RATING PART NO. NOTES For Models 557Q Wheel &...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Parts Electrical Components Serial Number Serial Number B31460100 and Higher B31460100 and Higher 5-36 (January 2014)
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Parts Electrical Components ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. QTY. NOTES Bracket - Socket 221527B Module - Enhanced AG 9003631 Pan Head Machine Screw, #10-32UNF x 2 1/2 9004359 Serial Number B31460099 & Lower Wire Harness 10” - LED Light, 3 wire 9005097 Serial Number B31460099 &...
Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Parts Electric Roll Tarp Components 5-52 (September 2012)
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Brent 557/657/757 Q-Series Grain Wagon — Parts Electric Roll Tarp Components ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. QTY. NOTES Electric Roll Tarp Kit 282752B Socket Bracket =Black= 221527B Roll Tarp Coupler Weldment 221759 6 GA Dual Conductor Wire, 62’ 221805 Cable Tie, 6” Long 9000106 Dual Conductor Plug Set 9005327...
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