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OPERATORS MANUAL

STABILIZER TRAX

Rev. 6.2.2020

J. & M. Mfg. Co., Inc.


284 Railroad Street - P.O. Box 547
Fort Recovery, OH 45846
Ph: (419) 375-2376 Fax: (419) 375-2708
www.jm-inc.com
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Table of Contents

4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . To The Dealer

5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Serial Number

6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Specifications

6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Information

7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bolt Torque Chart

8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Rules

9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Decals

10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lubrication Schedule

11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Routine Maintenance

12-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alignment

14-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service

16-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installation

18-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operation Guidlines

20-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36” Suspension Trax Repair Parts

24-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46” Suspension Trax Repair Parts

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To The Dealer
Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists are completed
before releasing equipment to the owner.
The dealer must complete the Warranty Registration found on the Dealer Portal website located at dealer.jm-inc.com. and return it
to J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. at the address indicated on the form. Warranty claims will be denied if the Warranty Registration has not been
submitted.
EXPRESS WARRANTY:
J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. warrants against defects in construction or materials for a period of ONE year. We reserve the right to inspect and
decide whether material or construction was faulty or whether abuse or accident voids our guarantee.
Warranty service must be performed by a dealer or service center authorized by J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. to sell and/or service the type of
product involved, which will use only new or remanufactured parts or components furnished by J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. Warranty service will
be performed without charge to the purchaser for parts or labor based on the Warranty Labor Times schedule. Under no circumstance
will allowable labor times extend beyond the maximum hours indicated in the Warranty Labor Times schedule for each warranty
procedure. The purchaser will be responsible, however, for any service call and/or transportation of the product to and from the dealer
or service center’s place of business, for any premium charged for overtime labor requested by the purchaser, and for any service and/or
maintenance not directly related to any defect covered under the warranty. Costs associated with equipment rental, product down time,
or product disposal are not warrantable and will not be accepted under any circumstance.
Each Warranty term begins on the date of product delivery to the purchaser. Under no circumstance will warranty be approved unless (i)
the product warranty registration card has been properly completed and submitted to the equipment manufacturer, and (ii) a warranty
authorization number has been issued by the equipment manufacturer. This Warranty is effective only if the warranty registration card is
returned within 30 days of purchase.
This Warranty does not cover a component which fails, malfunctions or is damaged as a result of (i) improper modification or repair, (ii)
accident, abuse or improper use, (iii) improper or insufficient maintenance, or (iv) normal wear or tear. This Warranty does not cover
products that are previously owned and extends solely to the original purchaser of the product. Should the original purchaser sell or
otherwise transfer this product to a third party, this Warranty does not transfer to the third party purchaser in any way. J&M Mfg. Co.,
Inc. makes no Warranty, express or implied, with respect to tires or other parts or accessories not manufactured by J&M Mfg. Co., Inc.
Warranties for these items, if any, are provided separately by their respective manufacturers.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
In no event shall J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. be liable for special, direct, incidental or consequential damages of any kind. The exclusive remedy
under this Warranty shall be repair or replacement of the defective component at J&M Mfg. Co., Inc’s. option. This is the entire agreement
between J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. and the Owner about warranty and no J&M Mfg. Co., Inc. employee or dealer is authorized to make any
additional warranty on behalf of J&M Mfg. Co., Inc.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make product design and material changes at any time without notice. They shall not incur any
obligation or liability to incorporate such changes and improvements in products previously sold to any customer, nor shall they be
obligated or liable for the replacement of previously sold products with products or parts incorporating such changes.
SERVICE:
The equipment you have purchased has been carefully manufactured to provide dependable and satisfactory use. Like all mechanical
products, it will require cleaning and maintenance. Lubricate the unit as specified. Observe all safety information in this manual and
safety signs on the equipment.
For service, your authorized J&M dealer has trained mechanics, genuine J&M service parts, and the necessary tools and equipment to
handle all your needs.
Use only genuine J&M service parts. Substitute parts may void warranty and may not meet standards required for safety and satisfactory
operation. Record the model number and serial number of your equipment in the spaces provided:

Model No:_________________ Serial No: ________________________ Date of Purchase: ___________________

Purchased From: ________________________________________________________________________________


Provide this information to your dealer to obtain correct repair parts.

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Serial Number

Serial Number Location

Serial Number:________________________________

Model Number:_______________________________

Standard practice when ordering parts or obtaining information from your dealer requires the serial number and model number.
Have numbers available before making contact.

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Specifications

Model 36145-STX Model 46151-STX


Track Specification Full Cart Track Specification Full Cart
Belt Width 36” Belt Width 46”
Idler Wheel Width 32.6” Idler Wheel Width 42.6”
Overall Length 145.40” Overall Length 151.25”
Weight (Single Track) 5,850 Weight (Single Track) 8,000
Footprint Dimensions (One Track) 36” x 104.4” Footprint Dimensions (One Track) 46” x108.1”
Footprint Area (Both Tracks) 7,517 in2 Footprint Area (Both Tracks) 9,942 in2
Avg. Ground Pressure with 1,500 Bushel Cart 13.8 psi Avg. Ground Pressure with 2,000 Bushel Cart 14.1 psi
Pivot Shank 6” Dia. Pivot Shank 7” Dia.

General Information
TO THE OWNER:
The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your tracks in a safe manner. Read it carefully. It furnishes
information and instructions that will help you achieve years of dependable performance and help maintain safe operating conditions. If
this machine is used by an employee or is loaned or rented, make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating:
1. Is instructed in safe and proper use.
2. Reviews and understands the manual(s) pertaining to this machine.
Throughout this manual, the term IMPORTANT is used to indicate that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment. The terms
CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER are used in conjunction with the Safety-Alert Symbol, (a triangle with an exclamation mark), to indicate
the degree of hazard for items of personal safety. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the
possibility of personal injury or death.

This Safety-Alert symbol indicates a hazard and means


ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury,
and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.

CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

IMPORTANT Indicates that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment.

NOTE Indicates helpful information.

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Bolt Torque Chart
Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque or tightening procedure is listed for specific application. Fasteners must
always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware. Make
sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly. Use these values when tightening all bolts and nuts with
the exception of wheel nuts.

SAE Fasteners
Coarse Thread Series
Grade 5 Grade 8
Diameter and Pitch (Inches) Dry Oiled Dry Oiled
1/4”-20 8 ft-lbs 6 ft-lbs 12 ft-lbs 9 ft-lbs
5/16”-18 17 13 25 18
3/8”-16 31 23 44 33
7/16”-14 49 37 70 52
1/2”-13 75 57 106 80
9/16”-12 109 82 154 115
5/8”-11 150 113 212 159
3/4”-10 267 200 376 282
7/8”-9 429 322 606 455
1”-8 644 483 909 681
Fine Thread Series
Diameter and Pitch (Inches) Dry Oiled Dry Oiled
1/4”-28 10 ft-lbs 7 ft-lbs 14 ft-lbs 10 ft-lbs
5/16”-24 19 15 27 20
3/8”-24 35 26 49 37
7/16”-20 55 41 78 58
1/2”-20 85 64 120 90
9/16”-18 121 91 171 128
5/8”-18 170 127 240 180
3/4”-16 297 223 420 315
7/8”-14 474 355 669 502

Stud and Wheel Nut Torque Specifications


Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque or tightening procedure is listed for specific application. Fasteners must
always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware. Make
sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly. Use these values when tightening all studs and wheel
nuts.

Stud Tightening Torque


1/2”-20 120 ft-lbs
9/16”-18 170 ft-lbs
5/8”-18 300 ft-lbs
3/4”-16 400 ft-lbs
20mm 475 ft-lbs
22mm 640 ft-lbs

TIGHTENING WHEEL NUTS: Standard 3/4” wheel studs and serrated flange nuts should be tightened to torque 360 ft-lbs during
initial operation of the tracks and then checked for proper torque after every 10 hours of use. Failure to do so may damage wheel nut
seats. Once seats are damaged, it will become impossible to keep nuts tight.

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Safety Rules
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can
be erased by an operator’s single careless act. In addition, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, judgment, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.

Make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating is instructed in safe and proper use and reviews and understands the manual(s)
pertaining to this machine. Also make certain that the operator(s) reviews and understands the operator’s manual of the grain cart and
the tractor.

Read this manual before you operate this machine. If you do not understand any part of this manual, or need more information, contact
the manufacturer or your authorized dealer.

SAFETY

Understand that your safety and the safety of other persons is measured by how you service, and operate this machine. Know the
positions and functions of all controls before you try to operate them. Make sure to check all controls in a safe area before starting your
work.

The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes, federal, state or local laws. Make certain your machine has the
proper equipment as designated by local laws and regulations.

A frequent cause of personal injury or death is from persons falling off equipment and being run over. Do not permit persons to ride on
this machine.

Travel speeds should be such that complete control and machine stability is maintained at all times. Where possible, avoid operating
near ditches, embankments and holes. Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes and rough, slick or muddy surfaces. If a ditch must
be crossed, do so at an angle. Avoid sharp turns to maximize the stability of the road. Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes
and rough, slick or muddy surfaces. Avoid running over hard objects protruding above the ground surface, if possible. Damage to the
understructure or load may result. If the object is unavoidable, reduce speed.

Collision of high speed road traffic and slow moving machines can cause personal injury or death. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing
away from moving parts while unit is in operation. Make sure that everyone is clear of equipment before applying power or moving the
machine.

Never adjust, service, clean, or lubricate track system until all power is shut off. Support equipment and attachments properly when
working beneath them. Do not depend on hydraulic cylinders to hold them up. An attachment can fail if a control is moved, or if a
hydraulic line breaks. Wear protective glasses when servicing equipment.

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Decals

JM0041711 JM0041710

# Description Part. No.


1 Small J&M Decal JM0010180
2 Front Decal Right JM0041711
3 Front Decal Left JM0041710
4 Stabilizer Trax Decal JM0043919
5 Warning Keep Lug Nuts Tightened JM0010150

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Lubrication Schedule
IMPORTANT: To maximize the life of your track system, it is recommended that wide turns be consistently made
whenever possible. Turning in a circle that is THREE TIMES the overall length of the tractor and track unit will
reduce premature wear on the belt and undercarriage.

Lubrication Service Schedule

IMPORTANT: Check the oil level in the hubs by looking through the dust cap sight glasses. The oil level should be
maintained between the top and bottom of the 1-1/4” diameter threaded portion of the spindle (as pictured
below). If the oil is below the bottom of the threaded portion of the spindle, add a GL-5 SAE 75W-90 synthetic
gear oil with rust and oxidation inhibitors. Change the oil in the hubs annually. If the old oil is observed to still be
in good operating condition (clean and unstained) after successive oil changes, the frequency of oil changes may
be reduced to bi-annually at the owner’s discretion. When changing oil, add 11 oz of oil.

The Oil Bath Hub oil level should be checked before and after daily operations.

Change oil annually.

Bearings/Bushings on longitudinal guide rollers, transverse guide rollers, track shank, track tensioner pivots, and
upper mid-rollers are “maintenance-free.” These bearings/bushings do not require lubrication prior to or during
operation. These bearing/bushings should be checked annually for wear, fit, and function. See the “Service” section
portion of the manual for more information. If any maintenance free bearings are replaced, initial greasing of the
bearing and pin surface is recommended to ease installation and extend bearing life.

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Routine Maintenance

WARNING: When Servicing The Track System, Be Certain All Power To Grain Cart Is Shut Off.

Check the oil level of wheel hubs by looking through the dust cap sight glasses (inner and outer hubs). If oil is
needed use 80/90 weight gear oil that has a rust preventive additive. The Napa number is STA-LUBE GL5 80/90 WT
with FL 2472 Rust Inhibitor.

Lubricate track system according to “Lubrication Schedule.”

Check the track system periodically for cracks in welds and for other structural damage. Have cracked welds fixed
immediately. Failure to do so could result in extensive damage to the track system and grain cart and greatly
reduce the life of the equipment.

Check the length of the tensioner springs. (See image for dimensions & location.)
If the tensioner spring length(s) are too short or too long, loosen the 3/4” hex nuts For 36” Tracks
on each spring with (2) 1-1/8” wrenches. Loosen or tighten the bottom hex nuts
12-1/8” - 12-3/8”
as needed so that each spring is the desired length. Tighten together the 3/4”
hex nuts on each spring once adjustments have been completed.
For 46” Tracks
Inspect the belt for any defects. If any defects are found contact the J&M Service 12-1/4” - 12-1/2”
Department.

Check the wheel hubs and make sure the 3/4” lugnuts are torqued to 400 ft.
lbs. Check the lug nuts after the first hour of operation, then every 10 hours
of operation for the first 40 hours of use. These nuts must be kept tight at all times. Wheels that are improperly
installed/not properly maintained, resulting in failure, will nullify the warranty and shift the burden of liability to
the owner/operator of the equipment.

Remove debris buildup from the surface of idler wheels. Debris buildup on the surface of idler wheels can cause
the belt to become overly tensioned, leading to damage to the tensioner system as well as to the idler wheel
assemblies. Also, remove debris buildup from below the tensioner lever arm. Debris buildup below the tensioner
lever arm could interfere with the tensioner system, causing reduced belt tension. Damage done to the track
system as a result of debris build-up is not covered under warranty.

Remove any debris below the Tensioner Lever Arm.

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Alignment
Misalignment of the rubber tracks can be corrected by adjusting the front alignment weldments. Track alignment
is set at the factory but may need further adjustment. Rubber tracks require a run-in period to properly seat. More
adjustments may be necessary for the first week or two. It is normal for tracks to favor one side or the other de-
pending on ground condition, contour and carrying weight. If after the first load you feel heat on the side of the
Guide Lugs, follow the instructions below. (Note that all nuts and bolts for the alignment adjustment are 3/4” in
diameter and require 1-1/8” wrenches.) If an adjustment is made, check again after another couple of miles. Continue
the process until no adjustment is needed. If pulling a long distance, it may be helpful to use some talc to lubricate
the rubber guide lugs and help cool the track.

Note: Do not loosen the jam nuts on the far side of the alignment bolt at any point during the adjustment pro-
cess. They should remain jammed at all times such that there is no gap between the alignment bolt head and the
undercarriage beam side or between the alignment bolt jam nuts and the undercarriage beam side. If the jam
nuts do loosen or if a gap does develop, tighten the alignment bolt until there is no gap on either the bolt head
side or the jam nut side. Then tighten another 1/8” turn and tighten the jam nuts together.

Alignment Pin

High Hex Nut


Jam Nuts

Alignment Bolt

Hex Nut
Front

Alignment Bolt Keeper

Good

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Alignment
• Remove Bolt Keeper Loosen High Hex Nut
Loosen hex nut on the alignment bolt keeper.
Remove the alignment bolt keeper from the
alignment bolt.
• Loosen High Hex Nut
Loosen the high hex nut on the alignment bolt
from the alignment pin.
Loosen Hex Nut Remove Alignment
Bolt Keeper

• Alignment Correction
Correct the alignment by moving the Tracking
Arm with the alignment bolt. Turn the alignment
bolt 1/3 turn in the direction that moves the
alignment paddle handle towards the guide
lugs that have more heat.
• Replace Bolt Keeper
Place the alignment bolt keeper back on the Turn Alignment Bolt
alignment bolt. Tighten the hex nut on the 1/3 of revolution
alignment bolt keeper. Clockwise will pull Tracking Arm
Counterclockwise will push Tracking Arm.

• Tighten High Hex Nut


Tighten and lock the high hex nut on the Jam High Hex Nut
alignment bolt against the alignment pin.
• Check Alignment
Check the alignment. Pull the track a short, Tighten Hex Nut
straight distance on flat ground. Feel the Guide
Lugs for heat. If the Guide Lugs on the rubber
belt stay cool, the belt is properly aligned.

Replace Alignment
Bolt Keeper

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Service
BELT INSPECTION
The rubber track is composed of several layers of cable, similar to the cables used in automotive tires. The most important set of cables are
located about 8 mm (0.3 in.) beneath the inside surface of the track. This set of cables, called zero degree cables, withstands track tension.
Other cables, called breaker cables, are located between the zero degree cables and the outside surface of the track. These are laid in
various angles to provide lateral support and to protect the zero degree cables.

When any of the cables are exposed to moisture by cuts or gouges in the rubber, they can deteriorate by rusting. Because of this, any
exposed cables should be repaired as soon as possible. Any damaged zero degree cables that protrude above the surface of the track
should be clipped or ground down to below the surface of the track to prevent additional damage due to unraveling. Cuts, gouges and
minor wear on guide lugs are not expected to cause operational problems. However, a track that has two or more consecutive guide lugs
missing should be replaced/repaired since this could lead to improper tracking, possibly damaging other undercarriage components.

ROTATE TRACKS
If one track belt becomes more worn than the other due to certain operating conditions (e.g., side hill operation or frequent travel on crowned
roads), rotating the track assemblies from one side of the cart to the other may increase the service life of the tracks.

STORAGE PREPARATION
IMPORTANT: When the track system is not going to be used for a length of time, store the tracks in a dry, protected place. Leaving your
track system outside, open to the weather, will shorten its life. Park the track system on level ground. Block the front and rear of the belts
to prevent the tracks from rolling unexpectedly. Inspect the track system and touch-up spots where the paint has been worn away (use a
good quality primer paint).
To maximize the life of the rubber springs, do not store grain in the cart when the cart is in storage.

REMOVING FROM STORAGE


1. Inspect rubber belt for cuts or gouges and repair any damaged cables.
2. Check for missing or damaged guide lugs and replace as necessary.
3. Check the seals for wear and replace if necessary.
4. Check the wheel lugnuts and make sure the nuts are properly torque to 400 ft.-lbs.
5. Check level of oil in each Oil Bath Hub.

HOW TO FLUSH THE OLD OIL OUT OF THE OIL BATH HUBS
1. Roll the hub until the fill plug is on top.
2. Drain the hub by removing the cap.
*There is no need to tilt the track, the oil will flow through the bearing easily.
3. Replace cap. Torque cap to 30-40 ft-lb.

HOW TO ADD OIL TO OIL BATH HUBS


1. Remove the fill plug.
2. Use an oiler hand pump to add a GL-5 SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear oil with rust and
oxidation inhibitors. When empty, it takes 11 oz of oil to fill hubs to recommended level.
3. Replace the fill plug. Use PTFE tape on the fill plug threads for a tight seal.

When performing maintenance work, wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing and
head. Follow Operator’s Manual instructions to ensure safe and proper maintenance and repair.

Your local, authorized dealer can supply genuine replacement parts. Substitute parts may not meet original equipment specifications
and may be dangerous.
BE CERTAIN THAT ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF TO THE GRAIN CART BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR WORK.
Service
REMOVING FROM STORAGE
1. Inspect rubber belt for cuts or gouges and repair any damaged cables.
2. Check for missing or damaged guide lugs and replace as necessary.
3. Check the seals for wear and replace if necessary.
4. Check the wheel lugnuts and make sure the nuts are properly torque to 400 ft.-lbs.
5. Check level of oil in each Oil Bath Hub.
6. Check the distance between the bottom of the track bogie wheels and the bottom of the track idler wheels on a flat, hard surface
with the grain cart empty. If the bogie wheels are ≤ 2” below the idler wheels, the rubber spring suspension system may need
adjusted. Contact the J&M Service Department if adjustment appears needed.
7. Inspect upper midrollers for free rotation (when not in contact with the track belt) and quiet, smooth operation. Contact the J&M
Service Department if midroller bearings need replaced.
8. Inspect spindle shank bearings for excess wear. Contact the J&M Service Department if bearings need replaced.
9. Inspect tensioner pivot pin bearings for excess wear. Tensioner pin slop is an indication that excess bearing wear may be present.
Contact the J&M Service Department if bearings need replaced.
10. Inspect longitudinal and transverse guide rollers for exterior roller wear. The following measurement indicate that guide rollers
should be replaced:

Roller Replace if Roller Diameter Less Than:


Longitudinal Guide Roller 2.875”
Transverse Guide Roller 2.375”

Make sure all rollers spin freely when not in contact with the floating bogie weldments. Inspect longitudinal and transverse guide roller
bushings for excess wear. Pin slop is an indication that excess bushing wear may be present. Replace rollers with bushings having excess
wear.

Note: The distance from the Floating Bogie Weldment to the UC Beam Weldment should be ≥ 0.375”. If this distance falls below 0.375” at
any point during operation of the track system, inspect the transverse guide rollers for exterior or bushing wear.

≥0.375

UC Beam Weldment
Floating Bogie Weldment

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Installation
Step 1
46” - Install both spindles. Use (2) 1-1/4” x 11” Hex Bolts and (2) 1-1/4” Centerlock Hex Nuts to attach the shank to the
axle. Slip the 7” Rubber O-ring onto the spindle.

36” - Install both spindles. Use (2) 1-1/4” x 9” Hex Bolts and (2) 1-1/4” Centerlock Hex Nuts to attach the shank to the
axle. Slip the 6” Rubber O-ring onto the spindle.

Step 2
Use an overhead hoist to pick up the grain cart. Use a hoist and chains that are rated for the specific weights. The weights are
located in the grain cart manual. When raising the grain cart keep the axle level with the ground.

When lifting the grain cart keep the axle level with the ground.

Step 3
Pick the Tracks up with a fork lift. Put both of the forks in-between two bogie wheels. It is recommended to use a forklift
with the side shift option available. Use a fork lift that is rated for at least 6,000 lbs for the 36” tracks and 8,000 lbs for the
46” tracks.

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Installation
Step 4
Slide the tracks onto the spindle. Be sure to center the track bushings with the spindle prior to attempting to slide the
track on so that no damage is done to the bushing’s liner. Grease both the bushing liner and the spindle prior to
assembly.

Step 5
46” - Slip the 7” Rubber O-Ring onto the spindle, pushing it up against the track spindle.
36” - Slip the 6” Rubber O-Ring onto the spindle, pushing it up against the track spindle.

Step 6
46” - Install the Track Shank Retainer. Use (4) 3/4”-16 x 2” Hex Bolts to fasten the Shank Retainer to the Spindle.
36” - Install the Track Shank Retainer. Use (4) 5/8”-18 x 1-3/4” Hex Bolts to fasten the Shank Retainer to the Spindle.
NOTE: In order to allow the track to freely pivot about the spindle shank, a small gap should be present (1/16”-1/8”)
between the Track UC Beam Spool and the Spindle Shank Retainer or between the UC Beam Spool and the Axle End
Cap Spool. If not, install a shim.

Step 7
Tighten all of the hardware according to the Bolt Torque Chart located at the beginning of the manual.

UC Beam Weldment
Axle Weldment
Shank Retainer

36” JM0043429 46” JM0042642 JM0041913


JM0042642
Track Spindle 1-1/4”-7 Grd Z Track Spindle
1-1/4”-7 Gr Z
Shank Distorted Thread Shank
Distorted Thread
Hex Nut Hex Nut
JM0039198 JM0039198
1-1/4”-7 x 9” Gr8 Z 1-1/4”-7 x11” Gr8
Hex Bolt Z Hex Bolt

JM0043430 JM0041914
JM0041924
Shank Retainer JM0043431 Shank Retainer
Shim
Shim
JM0043433 JM0043433
5/8”-18 x 1-3/4 3/4”-16 x 2” Gr8 YZ
Gr8 Z Hex Bolt Hex Bolt
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Operation Guidelines
The track system offers benefits which can be maximized by following recommended operational practices. In reviewing these
guidelines, you will learn the best ways to gain these benefits.

The four basic rules for maximizing track life are:


1. Follow track break-in procedures
2. Verify and maintain alignment
3. Understand ways to maximize tread life
4. Use correct operational techniques

By understanding these rules, you learn operational techniques and methods which help achieve years of
trouble-free service.
1. TRACK BREAK-IN
Before any road transport is done, especially when new, expose the inside of the tracks to soil, or a dry lubricant. Keep
speeds down when breaking in new tracks.
Guide lug life benefits from correct break-in procedures. Correct break-in reduces initial guide lug wear. During the break-in period,
rolling components undergo a polishing in process to achieve a smooth steel to rubber interface with the guide lug. Rubber surfaces
use dust and dirt as a dry lubricant during break-in to minimize heat and reduce rubber stickiness. New tracks lacking a coating of
dust should be exposed to dry and dusty soil conditions as soon as possible. Do not road transport a new track system without first
exposing the inside of the track to soil, dirt, or other dry lubricant. Road transport of new rubber without dry lubricant will generate
damaging heat and can cause guide lug damage/wear. If roading must be done, then a dry lubricant such as soil, talc, or floor-dry
should be applied to the guide lugs periodically during roading until exposure to the field commences.

2. TRACK ALIGNMENT
Monitor track alignment and recheck periodically.
Track alignment is the most important periodic check that can be made on a track system. ALWAYS check alignment very carefully
before road transport is done. Alignment can change due to component wear, track damage, operation on sloped surfaces, or following
track replacement. Misalignment causes wear to guide lugs, so periodic alignment checks are important. By checking if there is
significant difference in surface temperatures or wear between the inner and outer guide lug faces, you can determine if the track is
in proper alignment.
Note: Minimizing guide lug inner/outer temperature difference is the best way to achieve correct alignment.

3. MAXIMIZE TREAD LIFE


Use care during road transport.
Avoid conditions that cause high tread wear rates.
Several operational factors influence tread wear:
• Amount of roading (roading increases wear)
• Track width (narrower wears faster)
• Field soil conditions (abrasive increases wear)
• Operating weight and distribution
• Operator techniques
Tread life decreases with higher percentages of roading. Tread wear rates can be minimized by staying off pavement, and reducing
transport weight and speed. The greatest rate of tread wear occurs on a hot day with a poorly balanced or heavily, loaded system.
Always transport during cooler parts of the day and at reduced travel speeds and weight, as this will lower temperatures of the
treads, guide lugs, and rolling components. Remember that frequent sharp turning of the track system (i.e. skidding around a tight
turn) especially if done on hard surfaces and fully loaded, dramatically increases tread wear, put high stresses on the mechanical
components, and could cause the track to derail. Take wide turns whenever possible. V4 tracks are rated up to 25 mph. However,
J&M recommends towing an empty grain cart at no faster than 20 mph and a loaded grain cart should not travel faster than 8 mph.
Refer to your grain cart operator’s manual to understand the maximum speed and duration limitations, as well as the maximum load
limitations, while transporting your equipment. Always respect these limits.

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Operation Guidelines
4. OPERATIONAL TECHNIQUES
Use recommended practices from J&M to improve track performance.
• Maintain correct track tension. For instructions on adjusting track tension, see “Routine Maintenance” on page 10.
• Proper tension is important for best track performance. Tension can change during service. Improper tension can increase the
potential for derailing or untracking, or reduced life of bearings and rolling components.
• Keep material out of the undercarriage. A track system will allow some material to ingest and pass through it, but sharp
noncompressible objects cause high localized loads to both track and wheels, which if severe enough, can result in track and
wheel damage. Inspect and clean material from the undercarriage before starting work.
Use optimal track and wheel widths
Use recommended track width for the application. Use of wide tracks and wide midrollers increases track and wheel life, resulting in
less ground disturbance, better ride, and better ground pressure distribution.
Crossing ditches or diagonal transitions
During transitions from sloped to flat areas (or vice versa), the front and rear of the track may be in contact with the ground while the
mid-section is unsupported. If turning is attempted at this time, the risk is higher for derailing or misalignment to occur.
Limit sharp turns
When pulling implements with a track system, avoid sharp turns or pivots. Sharp turns cause one or both tracks to slide across
the surface resulting in berming, road surface damage, and excessive tread wear. To maximize the life of your track system, it is
recommended that wide turns be consistently made whenever possible. Turning in a circle that is THREE TIMES the overall length of
the tractor and track unit will reduce premature wear on the belt and undercarriage.

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Suspension Tracks 36”

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Suspension Tracks 36”

# Description Part No.


1 36" Idler Wheel Weldment JM0042926
2 3/4”-16 x 8” Gr8 Fully-Threaded Z Hex Bolt JM0038919
3 3/4”-10 x 2” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0002106
4 Swivel Hitch - Alignment Bolt Keeper JM0038501
5 3/4” Hardened YZ SAE Flat Washer JM0042264
6 3/4”-10 Gr5 Z Hex Nut JM0002125
7 3/4”-16 Gr8 Z High Hex Nut JM0038709
8 Swivel Hitch - Alignment Pin (1-1/2” Dia. x 3-3/8”L) JM0038471
9 3/4”-16 Gr8 Z Hex Nut JM0041245
10 Swivel Hitch Pin Weldment 1-3/4” Dia. x 13-3/8” JM0043318
11 1”-8 X 5-1/2” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0002110
12 Track Swivel Hitch Weldment JM0043313
13 1”-8 Gr5 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0002149
14 Double End Spindle 3" x 29-5/8" JM0020287
15 Swivel Hitch Pin Washer (2-3/4” O.D.-1-25/32 I.D.) JM0043322
16 1-3/4” Shaft Diameter Spirolox WSM-175 Retaining Ring JM0043321
17 Seal ((TC7621143)) JM0020311
18 G848Large Bearing (G910333) JM0020306
19 G848 Large Cup (G910331) JM0020307
20 G848 Hub Assembly - Oil Bath (includes races, studs and nuts) JM0025743
21 3/4”-16 x 1-3/4” Oil Bath Hub Stud JM0030051
22 G848 Small Cup (G910352) JM0020308
23 G848 Small Bearing (G910355) JM0020305
24 1-1/4” ID x 2-1/2” O.D. x 1/8” ZN USS Flat Washer JM0020322
25 1-1/4”-12 Gr5 Z Castle Hex Nut JM0010113
26 Oil Bath Hub Rubber O-Ring JM0202321
27 Oil Bath Dust Cap for Threaded G848OB Hub JM0025747
28 3/4”-16 Flange Lugnut JM0034718
29 3/4”-10 x 5” B7 Z Rod End Eye - Fully Threaded JM0040917
30 Extension Spring 11.385 x 3.50 OD x .594 Wire JM0042205
31 Track Tensioner Weldment JM0043166
32 Tensioner - Pivot Pin (2-1/2” Dia. x 15-1/2”L) JM0038698
33 3/4”-10 x 5” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0009997
34 Bogie Wheel Weldment (3/4" Oil Bath) JM0025750
35 Floating Bogie Weldment JM0043117
36 36” Rubber Belt x 322” JM0038769
37 3/4”-10 Gr8 Z Hex Nut JM0042265
38 3/4”-10 Gr5 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0002147

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Suspension Tracks 36”

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Suspension Tracks 36”

# Description Part No.


1 Rubber O-Ring, 6” (6OR-1ST) JM0020493
2 6” x 6-1/2” x 4” LG Composite Bushing JM0038700
3 Track Spindle Shank Shim (5-1/2” O.D.) JM0043431
4 Track Spindle Shank Retainer (7-1/2” O.D) JM0043430
5 5/8”-18 x 1-3/4” Gr8 Z Hex Bolt JM0043433
6 2-1/2”ID x 2-3/4”OD x 1-1/2”LG Sleeve Composite Bearing JM0038697
7 Swivel Hitch Pin Weldment 1-3/4” Dia. x 13-3/8” JM0043318
8 3/4”-10 x 3” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0019201
9 1/2”-13 x 3” Gr8 Z Hex Bolt JM0042679
9 3/4” Z SAE Flat Washer JM0043325
10 Rubber Spring A570-65 Assembly (w/washer & bushing) JM0038917
11 Rubber Spring A570-65 JM0038913
12 Rubber Spring A570-65 Bushing JM0038915
13 Rubber Spring A570-65 Washer JM0038916
14 1/2”-13 Gr5 Z SF Hex Nut JM0002153
15 3/4”-10 Gr5 Z SF Hex Nut JM0009921
16 Swivel Hitch Pin Washer (2-3/4” O.D.-1-25/32 I.D.) JM0043322
17 1-3/4” Inch Shaft Diameter Spirolox WSM-175 Retaining Ring JM0043321
18 1-1/4”-7 x 9” Gr8 Z Hex Bolt JM0039198
19 Track Spindle Shank 6” x 21-3/8” JM0043429
20 1-1/4”-7 Gr Z Distorted Thread Hex Nut JM0042642
21 3/4” Dia x 3-3/4” Lg shoulder bolt JM0041134
22 .754 ID X .874 OD X .625 LG Bronze Bushing JM0009455
23 Transverse Guide Roller - 36" Belt JM0043312
24 5/8”-11 Gr5 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0002146
25 2” Inch Shaft Diameter Spirolox WSM-200 Retaining Ring JM0042585
26 Longitudinal Roller Washer (2-5/8” O.D. x 2-1/32” I.D.) JM0038648
27 Longitudinal Guide Roller (2-31/32” O.D. x 3” L) JM0042220
28 2”ID x 2-1/4”OD x 1”LG Sleeve Bronze Bushing JM0043333

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Suspension Tracks 46”

# Description Part No.


1 Swivel Hitch Pin Weldment JM0042122
2 3/4”-16 x 2” Gr8 YZ Hex Bolt JM0043611
3 Track Spindle Shank Retainer (8-1/2” O.D.) JM0041914
4 Track Spindle Shank Shim (6-1/2” O.D.) (46”) JM0041924
5 O-ring Size #441 - 6.975ID x 7.525OD x 0.275W JM0041912
6 7”ID x 7-1/2”OD x 4” LG Sleeve Composite Bearing JM0041919
7 1/2”-13 x 3” Gr8 Z Hex Bolt JM0042679
8 3/4”-10 x 3” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0019201
9 Upper Spring Plate Weldment JM0042495
10 3/4” Z SAE Flat Washer JM0043325
11 3”ID x 3-1/4”OD x 1-1/2” LG Sleeve Composite Bearing JM0041920
12 1-1/4”-7 Grd Z Distorted Thread Hex Nut JM0042642
13 Track Spindle Shank (7” O.D. x 25-1/2”L) JM0041913
14 1-1/4”-7 x 11” Gr8 Hex Bolt JM0042644
15 3-4”-10 Gr5 Z SF Hex Nut JM0009921
16 Aeon Hollow Rubber Spring A570-65 Bushing JM0038915
17 1/2”-13 Gr5 Z SF Hex Nut JM0002153
18 Aeon Hollow Rubber Spring A570-65 Washer JM0038916
19 Swivel Hitch Pin Washer (3-1/4” O.D, 2-9/32” ID) JM0042123
20 2-1/4” Inch Shaft Diameter Spirolox WSM-225 Retaining Ring JM0042538
21 3/4” Dia x 5-1/2” Lg shoulder bolt JM0042262
22 .754 ID x .874 OD x .625 LG Bronze Bushing JM0009455
23 Transverse Guide Roller - 46” Belt (2-1/2”O.D. x 4-7/16”L) JM0042259
24 5/8”-11 Gr5 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0002146
25 2” Shaft Diameter Spirolox WSM-200 Retaining Ring JM0042585
26 Longitudinal Roller Washer (2-5/8” O.D. x 2-1/32” I.D.) JM0038648
27 2”ID x 2-1/4”OD x 1”LG Sleeve Bronze Bushing JM0043333
28 Longitudinal Guide Roller (2-31/32” O.D. x 3” L) JM0042220
29 1/4”-20 x 3/4” Gr5 Z SF Hex Bolt JM0001642
30 Upper Midroller - Outer Cap (3-11/32” O.D.) JM0043952
31 1” Inch Shaft Diameter Spirolox WS-100 Retaining Ring JM0044146
32 Upper Midroller - With Bearings JM0043942
33 Upper Midroller - Inner Cap (3-31/31O.D.) JM0043971
34 Upper Midroller Spindle (9-1/2”L) JM0043943
35 1/2”-13 x 3” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0016678
36 Upper Midroller Bracket Weldment JM0043987
37 Aeon Hollow Rubber Spring A570-68 JM0044600

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# Description Part No.


1 Track 38” End Wheel Weldment JM0041382
2 3/4”-16 x 10” Gr8 Fully-Threaded Z Hex Bolt JM0041570
3 3/4”-10 x 2” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0002106
4 Swivel Hitch Pin Weldment (2-1/4” O.D. x 14-5/8”L) JM0042122
5 Swivel Hitch - Alignment Bolt Keeper JM0038501
6 3/4”-10 Gr5 Z Hex Nut JM0002125
7 3/4” Hardened YZ SAE Flat Washer JM0042264
8 3/4”-16 Gr8 Z High Hex Nut JM0038709
9 3/4”-16 Gr8 Z Hex Nut JM0041245

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Suspension Tracks 46”

# Description Part No.


10 Oil Seal for 873 Hub(G873OB)(24T-OB) JM0035243
11 Large Bearing (910398) (33275) (4T-33275) JM0025687
12 Large Race (4T-33462) (910397) JM0025689
13 877 Hub with Studs, Nuts, and Races (End Idler STX-46) JM0041812
14 Wheel Stud (3/4"-16 x 1 3/4") JM0018957
15 Small Race (4T-453A) (910332) JM0025695
16 Small Bearing (910334) (BK460) (4T-460) JM0025688
17 3/16” Spindle Washer (1 5/16” ID, 3 1/4” OD)(913632) JM0029511
18 1-1/4”-12 Gr5 Z Castle Hex Nut JM0010113
19 .188 x 2-1/2” Cotter Pin JM0027684
20 Dust Cap Gasket G877 JM0043908
21 873OB Hub Dust Cap JM0035157
22 M4-0.7MM x 8MM SS Socket Head Cap Screw JM0044082
23 5/16”-18 x 1/2” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0016674
24 3/4”-16 Flange Lugnut JM0034718
25 1”-8 x 5-1/2” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0002110
26 1”-8 Gr5 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0002149
27 Track Swivel Hitch Weldment JM0041537
28 46” Track Spindle (37.53” Long) JM0041489
29 Swivel Hitch Pin Washer (3-1/4” O.D, 2-9/32” ID, .135 thick) JM0042123
30 2-1/4” Inch Shaft Diameter Spirolox WSM-225 Retaining Ring JM0042538
31 3/4”-10 Gr8 Z Hex Nut JM0042265
32 3/4”-10 x 5” B7 Z Rod End Eye - Fully Threaded JM0040917
33 Extension Spring 11.385 x 3.50 OD x .594 Wire JM0042205
34 Track Tensioner Weldment JM0041467
35 Track Tensioner - Pivot Pin (3”O.D. x 17-1/32” L) JM0041504
36 3/4”-10 Gr5 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0002147
37 3/4”-10 x 5” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0009997
38 Floating Bogie Weldment JM0041402
39 14” Bogie Wheel Weldment JM0041385
40 46” Rubber Belt x 336” JM0041343
41 Tensioner Shield - Inner Beam JM0044163
42 Tensioner Shield - Outer Beam JM0044162
43 3/8”-16 x 3/4” Gr5 Z SF Hex Bolt JM0001750
44 3/8 -16 Gr5 Z SF Hex Nut JM0002152
45 877-200 Hub with Studs, Nuts, and Races (Bogie STX-46) JM0041818

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