Contents
- 1 How can you tell if a transmission is Tuff Torq?
- 2 What is Tuff Torq K46?
- 3 What is K46 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle?
- 4 Who makes Tuff Torq?
- 5 What oil goes in a Tuff Torq Transmission?
- 6 Where is the model number on a Tuff Torq Transmission?
- 7 How do you fill Tuff Torq K46?
- 8 How do you fill a hydrostatic transmission?
- 9 What oil does a K46 transmission take?
- 10 What is integrated transaxle?
- 11 Is K58 transmission serviceable?
- 12 How do you purge a John Deere hydrostatic transmission?
- 13 Where are Tuff Torq transmissions made?
- 14 How do you get air out of a hydrostatic transmission?
How can you tell if a transmission is Tuff Torq?
Product Identification: Tuff Torq Corporation ( TUFF TORQ ®) barcode labels are the only method to truly identify a product. Tuff Torq will be implementing a new barcode system in 2019. To the right you’ll find first a diagram for the old barcode and second the new barcode.
What is Tuff Torq K46?
The K46 is the most popular integrated hydrostatic transaxle (IHT) in the world…and for good reason. This transaxle has a proven track record in a vast array of applications in all kinds of conditions. We are confident that the K46 is a great choice for your next riding mower or lawn tractor project!
What is K46 hydrostatic integrated with transaxle?
The K46 is the technology platform for Tuff Torq’s deep line of compact integrated hydrostatic transaxles. It is optimized for rear engine riders, lawn tractors and small front deck mowers. The centered input shaft, narrow body width and short length make this an ideal hydro for the most confined mounting areas.
Who makes Tuff Torq?
Tuff Torq Corporation – Driven to grow a better planet. Morristown, Tennessee – September 14, 2016 – Tuff Torq was founded in 1989 in Morristown, Tennessee by Kanzaki Kokyukoki Ltd. (Amagasaki, Japan) to support and advance hydrostatic drive system products to the U.S. market.
What oil goes in a Tuff Torq Transmission?
the original 10w30 oil if you are changing the oil or doing internal repairs to the unit. If adding to the original oil to bring up to the proper level, refer to this page or the owner’s manual for the factory oil spec. 2. Hy-Gard High & Low Viscosity are John Deere products.
Where is the model number on a Tuff Torq Transmission?
Answer: It is highly recommended that you use Tuff Torq approved sealant. Question: Where is the serial number located? Answer: It is located on the back portion of the transaxle on a white label. Occasionally, a duplicate label will be located under the seat on the mower.
How do you fill Tuff Torq K46?
Always use the fill port (under the black cap) to drain the oil from your Tuff Torq unit. Do this by removing the cap and inverting transaxle. Tuff Torq recommends using only using approved Tuff Tech drive fluid when servicing any of our transaxles. Only use the fill port (covered by the black cap) to refill unit.
How do you fill a hydrostatic transmission?
Fill the hydrostatic transmission oil filter reservoirs with new hydrostatic transmission oil. Pour the transmission oil into the reservoirs by hand. Fill the oil reservoir to the full line that is embossed on the side of the reservoir tank.
What oil does a K46 transmission take?
After the usual searches I found the factory units on most mowers used a 10w30 oil in them and Tuff Torq recommends a synthetic 50 weight motor oil for best function.
What is integrated transaxle?
An IHT consists of a hydrostatic transmission (HST) and a gear drive assembly in a common housing. The HST converts mechanical energy from the engine to hydraulic energy then back to mechanical rotating energy to drive the vehicle’s axles.
Is K58 transmission serviceable?
The X380’s K58 is more robust, is filter serviceable and has 1″ axles.
How do you purge a John Deere hydrostatic transmission?
Push motion control levers forward all the way and hold for five seconds. Pull motion control levers to full reverse position and hold for five seconds. Repeat steps 6 and 7 three times. This purges any air from the hydraulic transmission system.
Where are Tuff Torq transmissions made?
Tuff Torq manufactures transmissions and transaxles for the Lawn and Garden power equipment industry. We are located in the Morristown, Tennessee on the rim of the Smoky Mountains. Tuff Torq has over 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space.
How do you get air out of a hydrostatic transmission?
Push motion control levers forward all the way and hold for five seconds. Pull motion control levers to full reverse position and hold for five seconds. Repeat steps 6 and 7 three times. This purges any air from the hydraulic transmission system.