Track rod 453/26700 JCB, aftermarket, option 2

Track rod 453/26700 is an aftermarket part for the JCB machines.

The track rod is chosen by part number according to its length, taper sizes and thread type, since a rod of a different length upsets the alignment. On four-wheel-steer machines the front and rear axle rods may differ. After fitting, check the toe-in against the service manual and tighten and lock the nuts to the specified torque.

Specifications

Compatibility

The product cards give it as a telehandler track rod; sources list 453/26700 as the right-hand steering link of JCB JS wheeled excavators. Fit is confirmed by the machine serial number. The catalogue also has the aftermarket version of this part. Other parts are in Front axle.

Fitting

Before removing the old rod, mark the position of the adjusting nuts. Separate the ball joint tapers with a proper splitter, since hammering can damage the knuckle bore. When fitting the new rod the tapers must be clean and dry, the nuts tightened to the specified torque and new split pins fitted. After fitting, turn the steering to full lock both ways and check that the rod fouls nothing. The track rod comes new, and its ball joint boots and nuts are checked before fitting.