HambyeDon 26 #1 Posted September 30, 2022 Just getting started on our B111. Ran it yesterday and the gearbox is getting very hot and smells of gear oil. How do I check and fill the box? I cannot see any level or filler plugs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 9,758 #2 Posted September 30, 2022 It probable a good idea to drain it and refill with 1-1/2 to 2 quarts of 80/90 weight gear oil. Any brand will do. If the old oil is gray milky colored or has water in it, it’s a good idea to flush it out with diesel or kerosene. Also replace the rubber boot on the gear shift lever if it’s not in good condition.A bad boot let’s water in the transmission 2 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,290 #3 Posted September 30, 2022 (edited) Depending on the year and model number your B-111 will have a "Peerless 669" or a "Foote 4000-5" transmission. Here are the manuals for both of them. I have never owned either of these transmissions so this is about all the assistance I can offer. Edited September 30, 2022 by 953 nut 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,046 #4 Posted September 30, 2022 The lubrication chart shows 24 oz. of SAE 90 for both the 4-speed and 6-speed Foote transmissions. T2 in the chart 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,143 #5 Posted September 30, 2022 Peerless may have that nasty stinky Bentonite grease in it. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,764 #6 Posted September 30, 2022 Check your model number of your tractor. If there is a "F" you have the Foote transmission, if it has a "P" it is Peerless. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
