bobcat 310 clutch replacement

[fixnthings]

Hello again. Well, I've got the gear/chain case open, oil drained and ready to replace the 4 clutch disks. I ordered the discs and have them, but they are not the same as the original. The new ones have fiber discs on both sides of a metal disc. The new clutch discs are much thicker than the original. I'm wondering if they will fit. But anyway, is there anyone who has actually replaced the disc plates on the little bobcat 310? I mean, anyone I can talk to. I've seen some videos from years ago, but they don't help much. Anyway, I'll just stand by to see if I hear from someone. Thanks, John

 

[flyerdan]

There is a pretty active Melroe facebook group that deals with the older clutch machines, you might check them out.

 

[fixnthings]

There is a pretty active Melroe facebook group that deals with the older clutch machines, you might check them out.

Thanks flyerdan. That is an interesting facebook group and I'll keep an eye on it. Also the manual links is also appreciated. PS: I do have a service manual for my bobcat 310.

 

[fixnthings]

Thanks flyerdan. That is an interesting facebook group and I'll keep an eye on it. Also the manual links is also appreciated. PS: I do have a service manual for my bobcat 310.

I hate it when people post and then don't follow up. So to update. Only removed the clutch chains...not the final drive chain. Also removed the center clutch tension sprocket and bracket. Of course had to disconnect the steering arm brackets from each clutch. And a little hard getting those brackets bolted back onto the clutches...really close fit and clutches have to be completely "closed" up to have room. I found that if I packed the bolt/washer/spacer with heavy grease, they would not come apart if you drop them. I found out the hard way that if you drop them into the gearcase, they will be hard to find and get out. I have replaced the clutch discs and have the chains back on. The discs are about .012 thicker than the old ones so accounting for wear they are the same size. Now I'm just adjusting the steering arms and chain tension. Good to do this with the gearcase open so you can see what you're doing. Have to get new oil and gasket sealer when stores open up Monday. Later...

 

[fixnthings]

I hate it when people post and then don't follow up. So to update. Only removed the clutch chains...not the final drive chain. Also removed the center clutch tension sprocket and bracket. Of course had to disconnect the steering arm brackets from each clutch. And a little hard getting those brackets bolted back onto the clutches...really close fit and clutches have to be completely "closed" up to have room. I found that if I packed the bolt/washer/spacer with heavy grease, they would not come apart if you drop them. I found out the hard way that if you drop them into the gearcase, they will be hard to find and get out. I have replaced the clutch discs and have the chains back on. The discs are about .012 thicker than the old ones so accounting for wear they are the same size. Now I'm just adjusting the steering arms and chain tension. Good to do this with the gearcase open so you can see what you're doing. Have to get new oil and gasket sealer when stores open up Monday. Later...

Well. To update and close this thread out. Like others have said...when you get it open and apart it just becomes clear. Reading on how to adjust the steering arms in the manual just makes sense after you see how it all works. New oil and closed it up...took the lifting arm stops off (I used angle iron and hose clamps)...and everything works great. A little jerky at first, but the hydraulics self-bleed after a few lifts and movement. The little bobcat 310 is actually a great little skid steer to work on. Be sure to have a shop manual and be prepared to find a lot of bolts/nuts to have trouble to break loose. I used propane torch to help on some. Everything went back together better and easier...I think because of the experience of taking it apart. I'd be happy to answer questions from anyone doing the same repair. Thanks to all. PS: Actually I didn't need new clutch discs...the old ones had plenty of life left. The steering arms just needed adjusted so the arm movement would put more pressure on the disc. But I put the new ones in anyway and they will probably last another 50 or so years!

 

[chaz077]

How exactly do you go about adjusting these mine is making a weird noise when I engage the primary clutch seems to be coming from the chain box I haven't opened it up just yet as I really don't have a repair Manual but I'd like to tackle it if it's not to expensive or intensive the machine still works great but I'm sure it would be better if I serviced it

 

[Vano]

Hello again. Well, I've got the gear/chain case open, oil drained and ready to replace the 4 clutch disks. I ordered the discs and have them, but they are not the same as the original. The new ones have fiber discs on both sides of a metal disc. The new clutch discs are much thicker than the original. I'm wondering if they will fit. But anyway, is there anyone who has actually replaced the disc plates on the little bobcat 310? I mean, anyone I can talk to. I've seen some videos from years ago, but they don't help much. Anyway, I'll just stand by to see if I hear from someone. Thanks, John

Did you ever get them replaced? let me know how it went?

 

[Vano]

Hello again. Well, I've got the gear/chain case open, oil drained and ready to replace the 4 clutch disks. I ordered the discs and have them, but they are not the same as the original. The new ones have fiber discs on both sides of a metal disc. The new clutch discs are much thicker than the original. I'm wondering if they will fit. But anyway, is there anyone who has actually replaced the disc plates on the little bobcat 310? I mean, anyone I can talk to. I've seen some videos from years ago, but they don't help much. Anyway, I'll just stand by to see if I hear from someone. Thanks, John

How did the job go ? Very interested as i need to do the same!

 

[Vano]

Well. To update and close this thread out. Like others have said...when you get it open and apart it just becomes clear. Reading on how to adjust the steering arms in the manual just makes sense after you see how it all works. New oil and closed it up...took the lifting arm stops off (I used angle iron and hose clamps)...and everything works great. A little jerky at first, but the hydraulics self-bleed after a few lifts and movement. The little bobcat 310 is actually a great little skid steer to work on. Be sure to have a shop manual and be prepared to find a lot of bolts/nuts to have trouble to break loose. I used propane torch to help on some. Everything went back together better and easier...I think because of the experience of taking it apart. I'd be happy to answer questions from anyone doing the same repair. Thanks to all. PS: Actually I didn't need new clutch discs...the old ones had plenty of life left. The steering arms just needed adjusted so the arm movement would put more pressure on the disc. But I put the new ones in anyway and they will probably last another 50 or so years!

Would love to chat as i am in the middle of this change. Like to know how to remove outer clutch chain as is has no connector link? inside one does . Text me if you can 925-575-1520