Description
It’s a tiny part, but when your power steering pump loses its woodruff key, you’ll know it right away. Your power steering pump works constantly, generating the hydraulic pressure that makes steering effortless. A failing pump creates hard steering, especially at low RPM or when stopped, making your tractor dangerous to operate and exhausting to use. This replacement woodruff key keeps that pump securely connected to its drive shaft, ensuring you get the smooth steering assistance you depend on.
What You’re Getting
- Precision-machined semicircular key that locks into both shaft and hub
- Proper fit prevents slipping and keeps the power steering pump running true
- Heat-treated steel construction resists shearing under load
- Exact replacement for original equipment – no modifications needed
Built for Real Farm Work
These Massey Ferguson tractors are popular workhorses on farms handling everything from row crop farming to hay operations and livestock work. Whether you’re plowing tight headlands, maneuvering around buildings with a loader, or making precise passes for planting, power steering makes the difference between a comfortable day and a back-breaking one. From the versatile 100 series to the heavy-duty 600 series, plus industrial telehandlers, this key keeps your steering system operating smoothly.
Made to Last
A woodruff key might look simple, but it’s doing critical work transferring engine power to your steering pump. This one’s made from quality steel with proper heat treatment to handle the constant torque loads without shearing or wearing out of its keyway. It’s built to the same specifications as the original, so you know it’ll fit right and hold up to years of farm use.
Good to Know
Installing this key requires removing the power steering pump to access the drive coupling. Installation requires removing the power steering pump to access the drive gear mounting. Check gear mesh and backlash during installation to ensure proper engagement. It’s a good time to inspect the keyway in both the shaft and hub for wear. If you’re doing a power steering system rebuild, this key often gets replaced as standard maintenance to prevent future problems.
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