Step 2. Install Front Axle - MacDon Harvest Header D50 Installation Manual

STEP 2. INSTALL FRONT AXLE

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a. Attach tensioner bracket (A) to left leg on inboard
side with two 5/8 NC X 1.0 LG carriage bolts (B)
and nuts.
C
b. Apply grease to plastic bushings (C) and install in
each side of leg from inside.
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FRONT AXLE
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c. Position front axle assembly (D) inside header leg
and install L-pin (E) to hold axle in place.
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G
D
d. Pivot axle assembly (D) and install pivot pin (F)
into leg from inboard side.
bushings (C) are not damaged when locating axle
assembly and installing pivot pin.
e. Install grease fittings in leg tube at (G).
f. Rotate pivot pin (F) to align holes in pin and axle
assembly.
g. Locate bar-nut (H) inside pivot pin and install a
5/8 NC X 1.375 LG shoulder bolt (H). Ensure bar-
nut (J) is oriented with nut protruding to side
shown. Tighten bolt (H).
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D
G
F
Ensure plastic
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H
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