When your Major series tractor starts to wander or the steering wheel feels like it’s got a mind of its own, chances are good you’ve got worn seals in your steering box. These vintage tractors often require precise maneuvering around buildings, through tight spaces, and during loader work where manual steering becomes physically demanding, so keeping that steering box sealed up tight is critical for safe operation. This replacement seal keeps your steering gear properly lubricated while keeping dirt and moisture out where they don’t belong.
What You’re Getting
- Precise 35 x 47 x 7mm dimensions that match your original steering box seal exactly
- Quality seal material that handles the constant movement and pressure of steering operation
- Direct replacement design that fits right into your existing steering box without modifications
- Durable construction that stands up to the heat, vibration, and contamination of farm work
Built for Real Farm Work
Fordson Major series tractors are classic British agricultural workhorses commonly used in mixed farming operations, estate work, restoration projects, and specialty agricultural applications. These 45-95 HP workhorses are known for reliability, and whether you’re cultivating, mowing, or running a loader, you need steering that responds predictably every time you turn the wheel.
Made to Last
Farm tractors take abuse, and steering components get some of the worst of it. This seal is built from materials that resist the oil, heat, and constant flexing that comes with steering box operation. The precise dimensions ensure it seals properly without binding or creating drag in your steering system.
Good to Know
Replacing this seal typically requires removing the steering box from the tractor, so it’s often done as part of a complete steering box rebuild. While you’ve got things apart, check the condition of other seals and bushings in the box. A little penetrating oil on the old seal makes removal easier, and clean everything thoroughly before installing the new seal.
