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Powertrax 3710 User Manual

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Vehicle Final Assembly

When everything is correct, clean the axle housing gas-

ket surface and install the cover using a gasket and/or sealant as

appropriate, and torque the bolts.

Add gear oil. Note that we suggest using medi-

um-to-heavy oils as recommended by the manufacturer, unless

the vehicle will be used in very cold weather. Thicker oil, such

as 85-140, reduces the “clicking” noise sometimes heard during

tight turns and provides adequate lubrication when the assem-

bly becomes hot. Also see the section in the Vehicle Operator’s

Manual regarding temperature.

Section 4: Tire Diameters

To help assure a long life for your new LOCK-RIGHT, tire

diameters should be as nearly equal as possible. DO NOT change

the inflation pressure to vary the rolling radius of the tire! This

practice can be dangerous if one of the tires is under-inflated,

producing excess heat, faster tire wear and more difficult vehi-

cle control. The best way to equalize the rotation is to measure

the circumference of all the tires, including the spare. Choose

ones that are within about 3/8-inch or less of each other (do not

change from side-to-side if they are radials). If one tire is much

more worn than the other one, they both should be replaced for

safety reasons.