How to Repair Your Ferguson TE20 Steering Box Part 3 (Step by Step Guide)

In this third installment of the Ferguson TE20 steering box restoration, Lance from Bundy Bears Shed walks you through the precise process of rebuilding the steering pinion and setting up the gear backlash. After stripping the unit in the previous parts, this video covers the installation of new steering box bearings, handling the three-piece cup and cone assembly, and ensuring proper pre-load for smooth operation. You'll learn essential vintage tractor maintenance tips, including the use of Duralac anti-corrosive compound to prevent galvanic corrosion in magnesium alloy housings. Lance also provides a detailed demonstration on adjusting the backlash to eliminate sloppy steering while ensuring the gears don't bind at the extremes of their travel. This comprehensive DIY tractor repair guide is a must-watch for anyone tackling a classic tractor restoration and looking to achieve factory-standard steering performance. Parts seen in our videos can be purchased from http://www.queenslandtractorspares.co... Chapter Markers 0:19 Inspecting the gritty steering pinion bearings 1:24 Removing the woodruff key and lock tab 3:10 Dismantling the pinion shaft and cup/cone bearings 4:34 Removing old bearing cups and tin shields 6:27 Installing new bearing cups into the housing 8:44 Pressing the new bearing cone onto the shaft 10:40 Reassembling the pinion and setting bearing pre-load 18:06 Fine-tuning the lock nut and bedding in bearings 20:42 Reinstalling the woodruff key and lock tabs 22:07 Explaining the steering wheel seal and felt assembly 23:15 Reassembling the steering column to the magnesium housing 23:56 Setting the steering arms to the straight-ahead position 29:52 Adjusting gear backlash using sector bolts 32:31 Checking for gear binding at steering extremes 35:22 Final tips on seals and filling with gear oil