- Safety first (read and follow): wear safety glasses, heavy gloves, work on flat level ground, chock wheels, set parking brake, support machine with axle stands or jack stands if you must raise it, disconnect battery negative terminal, allow engine/transmission to cool before opening anything, keep a fire extinguisher and absorbent pads nearby.

- What this job covers: draining gearbox/transmission oil, inspecting and cleaning drain magnet/strainer, replacing drain/fill plug washers or transmission filter if fitted, refilling with correct oil, checking for leaks and correct level. It does not cover gearbox removal, bearing or synchromesh rebuilds — those require specialist tools and skills.

- What oil to use: always use the Perkins/vehicle manufacturer specification. Many older Perkins-powered tractors use tractor transmission/hydraulic oils (UTTO) or gear oil such as 80W-90 GL‑4. If the transmission shares oil with hydraulics/clutch, use the specified UTTO — wrong oil can damage wet clutches or synchronizers.

- Tools you need and how to use them (detailed):
- Socket set and ratchet: use the correctly sized socket to remove drain and fill plugs. A breaker bar helps break tight threads; keep the ratchet direction set so you pull the handle the correct way. Use impact sockets if rusted, not standard chrome sockets with an impact wrench.
- Combination spanners (open/box): for plugs in tight places where a socket won't fit. Use the box end where possible to avoid rounding corners.
- Torque wrench (click‑type): used when reinstalling fill/drain plugs or replacing covers to the manufacturer's torque spec to avoid over‑ or under‑tightening. Set to the specified torque and tighten smoothly until the click.
- Drain pan (large capacity) and disposable oil container: place under drain plug, allow full flow. Have a sealable container for used oil for proper disposal.
- Fluid extractor or hand pump and long neck funnel: if the fill hole is high and you can't pour easily, a pump or long funnel makes refilling clean and accurate.
- Gasket scraper or razor blade: carefully remove old gasket material from mating faces without gouging metal.
- Wire brush / cleaning rags / brake cleaner: clean mating surfaces and magnetic drain plug/strainer. Use brake cleaner for degreasing; work in a ventilated area.
- Small magnet or magnetic screwdriver: to check and remove any ferrous particles in the drain pan or on the drain plug magnet.
- New crush washer or gasket: most drain plugs use a copper or aluminum washer; replace to ensure seal. Bring the old washer as a sample to the parts store.
- Replacement filter or screen (if applicable): some transmissions have an internal screen or external filter — replace if worn or clogged.
- Seal puller and installation tool / rubber mallet: only if replacing shaft seals or O‑rings — these are intermediate skills; use proper tools to avoid damaging housings.
- Jack and jack stands or ramps: to raise the tractor safely if ground clearance is low. Use stands rated for the weight and place on solid ground.
- Wheel chocks: to stop movement.
- Protective gloves and eyewear: for chemical and splash protection.
- Service manual or printed spec sheet: for torque values, fluid type and capacity, plug locations — essential. If you don’t have one, look up the exact model manual before starting.

- Why extra or special tools might be required:
- Torque wrench: prevents stripping threads or breaking studs by limiting torque.
- Fluid extractor/hand pump: many tractors have fill points high up; direct pouring is messy and inaccurate without a pump.
- Seal puller/driver: necessary if replacing seals — pulling and seating seals with improper tools will damage bores or seals, causing leaks.
- Transmission jack or engine hoist: only if removing covers or internal parts — heavy components need proper support and alignment tools.
- Thread repair tools (Heli-Coil) or replacement plugs: may be needed if drain/fill threads are damaged.

- Common replacement parts and when they’re required:
- Drain plug crush washer or sealing washer: replace every time the plug is removed to ensure a leak‑free seal.
- Fill plug O‑ring or gasket: if the plug uses one and it’s distorted, replace.
- Transmission/filter screen/gasket: replace if contaminated, torn or heavily corroded. A clogged screen reduces lubrication flow and causes gearbox wear.
- Breather (vent) or breather filter: if clogged, pressure builds and causes leaks; replace if dirty or missing.
- Output shaft/PTO seals: replace if you find oil weeping from shaft ends during inspection — leaking seals will require removal of covers and new seal installation.
- Level sight glass or dipstick: replace if cracked or nonfunctional to ensure correct level checks.
- Bearings/syncros/gears: only replace if internal inspection shows wear, noise, or metal contamination; this is major service requiring specialist rebuild tools.

- Step-by-step procedure (bullets, one-flow):
- Prepare workspace: level ground, chock wheels, engage parking brake, disconnect battery negative, run engine briefly to warm oil (warm oil drains faster) then switch off and let settle a few minutes; put jack stands in place if lifting.
- Locate drain and fill plugs: consult manual for exact locations — fill plug is used to check operating level (fill until oil flows from fill hole or reaches sight glass/dipstick).
- Position drain pan: large enough to hold full gearbox capacity plus slop.
- Remove fill plug first: this avoids trapping air when refilling; if oil doesn’t come out of fill hole when draining, you’ll know how to measure level.
- Loosen and remove drain plug: use appropriate socket/spanner; allow oil to drain fully. Watch for metal particles. Avoid putting hands under draining stream.
- Remove and inspect drain plug magnet or mesh: clean metallic debris with rag and note quantity/appearance — a few small filings are normal; large flakes or heavy scoring suggests internal damage and may require further inspection.
- Inspect drained oil: look for milky (water contamination), metallic chunks (internal wear), or burnt smell. If abnormal, halt and consider professional inspection.
- Remove and replace filter or screen if fitted: follow access instructions in manual — some screens are inside and require removal of a cover plate; replace cover gasket.
- Clean mating faces and install new gasket/crush washer: scrape old gasket material, clean with solvent, dry, and install new gasket/washer on drain/fill plugs.
- Refit drain plug and torque to spec: ensure it is snug to spec; don’t overtighten.
- Refill with correct oil: using funnel or pump, add oil through fill hole until oil starts to weep from the fill hole or reaches the specified mark on dipstick/sight glass. If using sight glass, use the indicated running level method in manual.
- Start engine and cycle through gears (if recommended) to circulate oil: with machine stationary and parking brake set, start and run briefly at idle and move selectors through gears to distribute fluid; then shut off and recheck level.
- Check for leaks: inspect drain/fill plug area and seals; tighten if minor seepage appears (to spec), not by force.
- Dispose of used oil and filters responsibly: take to recycling center or approved disposal facility.
- Final checks: after a short run, recheck level and top if necessary, reattach any covers, and reconnect battery.

- How to use key tools safely and effectively:
- Breaker bar/ratchet: place socket fully over nut, pull slowly to avoid sudden break; if stuck, apply penetrating oil and let sit. Avoid cheater pipes on ratchets — use correct breaker bar.
- Torque wrench: set to required value, hand‑tighten fastener, then apply steady force until it clicks. Re‑check in sequence if multiple fasteners hold a cover.
- Fluid extractor: insert tube to deepest point of fill or dipstick tube and pump slowly; stop when suction gets hard or the extractor indicates full.
- Seal puller: hook behind the seal lip and lever out evenly; tap new seal in flush using an appropriately sized driver so seal lips aren’t distorted.

- Signs you should stop and get professional help:
- Heavy metallic chunks in drained fluid or large abrasive particles.
- Milky or frothy oil (water present).
- Stripped threads on drain/fill plugs or housings.
- Leaks from seals after replacement that you cannot diagnose.
- When the job requires removal of internal components, synchromesh or bearing replacement, or if you lack a torque wrench or lifting gear.

- Quick checklist before you start:
- Manual or spec sheet on hand (oil type, capacity, torque values).
- Correct replacement washers/gaskets and filter/screen if applicable.
- Clean drain pan and adequate fresh oil.
- Tools: socket set, spanners, torque wrench, drain pan, pump/funnel, jack stands, gloves, rags.

- Final notes:
- Always follow the specific Perkins/vehicle workshop manual for plug locations, oil type, capacity, and torque specs — those model‑specific details must be followed for reliable service.
- Replacing small consumables (drain washer, filter/screen, breather) is inexpensive and recommended; replacing internal seals/gearbox components is only required if you observe leaks or internal damage.


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Goal: explain, in order, how to remove, inspect, repair and refit the crankshaft on a Perkins 4.107 / 4.108 / 4.99 family engine with theory behind each action and how each repair corrects the fault. Compact, ordered, no questions.

1) What the crankshaft does (theory)
- Converts reciprocating piston motion into rotation, transmits torque to flywheel/gearbox, and carries connecting-rod and main bearings.
- Key functional requirements: straightness (runout), correct journal diameters and roundness, correct axial position (end float), secure oilway passages and sealing, correct mass/balance.
- Failures cause: main/rod bearing knock, low oil pressure, blow-by, vibration, crank end play problems, oil leakage and failure of adjacent components (oil pump, seals).

2) Typical failure modes and how they present
- Worn journals/oval journals → tapping/knock, low oil pressure, metal in oil.
- Scored/cracked journals → progressive noise, rapid bearing wear, possible seizure.
- Bent crankshaft → vibration, mis-timed piston contact, uneven bearing wear.
- Excess end float / worn thrust faces → axial movement, clutch/flywheel misalignment, gear engagement problems.
- Blocked oilways → localized bearing starvation, rapid failure.
Each repair targets the underlying geometry/oiling problem (restore roundness/diameter, remove cracks, restore clearances, re-open oilways, correct axial location).

3) Preparation (why: access, safety, preserve fitment info)
- Safety: isolate battery, drain oil and coolant.
- Remove ancillaries: starter, alternator, pump, manifolds, timing cover, timing gears/chains/belt, valvegear as needed, sump and oil pump drive. Keep parts labeled and mark orientation/position of main caps, rods and bearings.
- Why: you must remove all loads and allow crank removal; marking ensures reassembly to the same journals and orientation because wear patterns develop.

4) Removal sequence (order and why)
- Remove sump/oil pan to access bearing caps.
- Turn engine so #1 cylinder at TDC to free timing components and keep pistons in known position.
- Remove main bearing caps in sequence: undo cap bolts progressively and uniformly (loosen in stages). Remove caps and keep in marked order and orientation. Why: prevents distortion and preserves cap-to-block relationship.
- Remove rod caps (with rods supported) and withdraw pistons/rods or lift crank out with pistons/rods depending on workshop practice. If removing pistons, keep rod caps matched. Why: prevents damage to journals and keeps bearing shells mated to their journals.
- Withdraw crankshaft carefully; protect journals. Why: avoids nicking or bending.

5) Initial inspection and measuring (theory + steps)
- Clean crank thoroughly (solvent, compressed air). Inspect visually for scoring, heat discoloration, and cracks.
- Measure runout: support on V-blocks or using dedicated turning fixture and dial indicator at a journal; check straightness. A bent crank causes cyclical variation in indicator reading. Why: straightness is crucial for bearings and piston sweep.
- Measure journals for diameter and roundness with micrometer at several points around circumference and along journal length. Measure taper/oval.
- Check mains/rod bearings and shells for imprint patterns and scoring. Bearing pattern tells you oil film condition (centred, edge, wiped).
- Check oilway passages with wire/air. Blocked oilways cause local starvation.
- Magnetic particle (magnaflux) or dye-penetrant test for cracks.
- Measure key clearances: bearing housing bores in block, thrust washer wear, and axial clearance (end float) on crank journal with feeler/indicator.
- Why: measurements determine if journals are within OEM limits or need machining/undersize bearings or replacement.

6) Decision matrix (how repair fixes the fault)
- If journals within spec and straight, polish and fit new bearing shells → restores surface finish and oil film, fixes knocking from light wear.
- If journals scored but not cracked and out of round/taper beyond limits → regrind to undersize, fit matching undersize bearings → restores roundness and correct clearance; removes scoring.
- If deep cracks or bends → replace crankshaft or consider welding and regrind only if lab-certified repair; cracking compromises fatigue strength. Replacing corrects structural failure.
- If oilways blocked → clean/flush or re-drill passages and replace oil pump; fixes localized starvation.
- If thrust faces worn → fit new thrust washers (or machine thrust faces) to restore axial clearance and prevent end play-related clutch/flywheel issues.
- If imbalance suspected after repair → dynamic balancing (corrects vibration).
Each repair restores the geometric/oiling conditions the bearings and moving parts require to maintain a hydrodynamic oil film and correct alignment.

7) Workshop actions to repair (ordered)
- If regrind required: send crankshaft to machine shop. They: check runout; magnaflux; grind journals to next undersize; polish fillets; chamfer edges and cross-drill oilways if required; supply matching undersize bearings. Why: grinding re-establishes concentric, round journals with correct surface finish for hydrodynamic film.
- Replace thrust washers and any bearing shells that show wear; use new bolts if specified by Perkins. Why: worn thrusts allow axial run and new shells ensure correct clearance.
- Clean/block/restore oilways; replace oil pump if worn (pressure below spec often due to pump wear or bearing leakage). Why: restores correct oil pressure and flow.
- If only polishing: use fine abrasive polish to remove glaze and restore finish but only if journals are within spec. Why: preserves diameter while restoring a smooth bearing surface.

8) Reassembly (order and checks; theory behind each)
- Clean block journals, mains bores, oil galleries. Fit new bearings into caps and block; ensure oil holes line up. Why: correct bearing seating and oil feed.
- Place crank into block, fit thrust washers in their correct location (note orientation). Check axial clearance with dial indicator or feeler; adjust with specified thrust washer thickness to achieve specified end float. Why: correct end float prevents face loading and ensures clutch/flywheel alignment.
- Fit main caps in original order, hand-tighten then torque in stages to manufacturer pattern (center out or specified sequence). Why: even clamp load prevents distortion and preserves alignment. Use specified torque and angle if required.
- Check main bearing clearances using plastigauge or measure shell-journal dimensions and calculate clearance. Clearance must be within spec (ensures formation of stable hydrodynamic oil film). If clearance wrong, correct by changing bearing undersize or machining as specified.
- Fit rod bearings: fit pistons/rods to journals, torque rod caps in stages. Check side play and bearing clearance. Why: correct rod clearance prevents seizure and maintains oil film.
- Rotate crank by hand through several revolutions checking for binding, noises, and free rotation. Why: verifies clearances and no interference.
- Refit timing gear/cover, oil pump, sump, timing components, ancillaries; replace seals (rear main seal, front seal) and gaskets. Why: seals prevent leakage; refitting restores engine to service.
- Torque all fasteners to Perkins specs and in sequences provided.

9) Final checks and test run (and how they verify repair)
- Pre-fill oil filter and sump where required; prime oil pump if necessary.
- Crank engine with no fuel (or electrical disconnected for diesels) to build oil pressure and verify pressure gauge reaches spec and that there are no leaks. Why: ensures oil pressure and lubrication before first start.
- Start engine and run at low speed initially, monitor oil pressure, listen for knocks, monitor temperature. Why: early detection of incorrect assembly or oil starvation.
- After break-in period, recheck torque on main/rod caps if manufacturer advises, re-measure oil pressure and look for metal in oil. Why: ensure long-term durability.

10) Practical tolerances and guidance (approximate; always verify manual)
- Typical bearing clearances (approx): mains 0.02–0.06 mm; rod bearings 0.02–0.05 mm. End float typical 0.08–0.20 mm. Use Perkins manual for exact values. Why: correct clearance enables hydrodynamic oil wedge formation; too tight = seizure risk, too loose = low oil pressure/knock.
- Plastigauge gives quick verification of clearance but not roundness; micrometer measurements required for machine-shop decisions.

11) Common symptom → repair mapping (quick)
- Loud knock + low oil pressure → measure journals/replace bearings; check oil pump. Repair: grind/polish and new bearings or replace crank and pump.
- Vibration at speed → check runout/balance; repair: straighten or replace and dynamic balance.
- Excessive crank end play → replace thrust washers or machine thrust faces.
- Recurrent bearing failure after rebuild → check oilways/oil pump, clearances too large, incorrect bearing orientation, contaminated oil/foreign debris.

12) Final notes (concise)
- Preserve marked orientation of caps and rods.
- Never reuse heavily scored bearings or undersized bearings without matching undersize journals.
- Always check Perkins torque and clearance specs; incorrect torques distort bores and cause failure.
- Critical checks: runout, journal diameters/roundness, bearing clearance, oil pressure, thrust clearance, oilway integrity.

This sequence explains what you do and why: you restore journal geometry, oil film capability and axial/location tolerances so the crank can sustain rotating loads without metal-to-metal contact or uncontrolled movement. Those corrected geometric and oiling conditions are exactly what remove knocking, low oil pressure, end float and vibration faults.
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