Brillion SOIL BUILDER II User manual

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BRILLION )$50(48,30(17
BRILLION, WISCONSIN 54110
SOIL BUILDER II
* Cover illustration may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Brillion
1P761308rev9-16-08
MODELS AVAILABLE
SBA209 SBA211 SBA213
BRILLION’S Soil Builder II is the latest in its line of Soil Builder
coulter chilsel tools designed with conservation tillage at its forefront. It features larger
cutting clouters, heavier shanks, greater trash clearance the stronger frames to handle
today’s heavier residue conditions and higher horsepower tractors.
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Location Reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Parts Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Safety Chain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Safety Signs & Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Assembly/Set Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-40
Fastener Torque Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Axle Rockshaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Tire Assemblies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Front & Rear Frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Frame Supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Anchor & Anchor Braces. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Rockshaft Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Guide & Depth Valve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Actuator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22
Coulters & Coulter Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-25
Drawbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27
Transport Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Shanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Model Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-32
Hydraulics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-37
Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-40
Options
1P820 Extension Bracket Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-47
Working Speed, Turning, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Field Operatiion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Shank Depth & Point Pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Leveling & Coulter Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-51
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-51
Machine Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Contents
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Introduction
Brillionwelcomes you to our family of equipment owners and users.
The implement described in this manual has been designed with care and built by skilled workers
using quality materials and processes. Proper assembly, maintenance and safe operation will allow
this machine to provide you with satisfactory use for seasons to come.
WARNING:
Read this entire manual before attempting to assemble, adjust or operate this machine.
Failure to comply with this warning can result in personal injury or death, damage
to the machine or its components and inferior operation.
Description of Unit:
The BRILLION SOIL BUILDER II was designed as a primary tillage tool that will work in harmony
with an emphasis on conservation. Following the earlier Soil Builder and Super Soil Builder, the
SOIL BUILDER II
was developed to help convert from the moldboard plow to a conservation tillage
system. This model features larger cutting coulters, heavier shanks, greater trash clearance and
stronger frames to handle today’s heavier residue conditions and higher powered tractors.
Using this Manual:
This manual will familiarize you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustment, and maintenance.
Read this manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation.
• The information in this manual is current at time of printing. Some parts may change to assure
top performance.
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Location reference: Right & left designations in this manual are determined by facing the direction
the machine will travel during field operation, unless otherwise stated.
Owner Assistance:
If customer service or repairs are needed, contact your Brillion dealer. They have trained personnel,
parts and service equipment specially designed for Brillion products. Your machine’s parts should
only be replaced with Brillion parts. Have the Serial Number and complete Model Number when
ordering parts from your Brillion dealer.
If items covered in this manual are not understood, contact your local Brillion Dealer.
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Warranty Registration:
Please be sure to read and fill out the warranty card
which is shipped with the machine. Return the proper
portion of the card for recording at the factory. Refer
to the name plate on the front frame tube just left of
the drawbar as shown. Record your implement
model, serial numbers and date of purchase here
for quick reference.
Soil Builder II Model
Serial Number
Date Purchased
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Safety
!Important Safety Information
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Federal law requires that you explain the safety and operating instructions furnished with this machine to
all employees before they are allowed to operate the machine. Instructions must be explained to the
employees at the beginning of each season. Be sure to observe and follow the instructions for the
safety of anyone operating or near the machine.
NOTE: Investigation has shown that nearly 1/3 of all farm accidents are caused by careless use of
machinery.
Insist that all people working with you or for you abide by all safety instructions.
Be Familiar with Safety Decals
• Thoroughly, read and understand ‘Safety Decals’ found in Safety Section.
• Read all instructions noted on decals
Look for Safety Symbol
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL, indicates there is a potential hazard to personal
safety involved and extra safety precaution must be taken. When you see this
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that follows it. In addition to
design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of
equipment.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations,
typically for machine components that, for functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
WARNING
Indicates an imminently potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
• Examine safety decals and be sure you have the correct safety decals for the machine. See Safety Sign
and Locations in Safety Section for decal locations.
• Order replacement decals through your Brillion dealer.
• Keep these signs clean so they can be observed. It is important to keep these decals cleaned more
frequently than the machine. Wash with soap and water or a cleaning solution as required.
• Replace decals that become damaged or lost. Also, ensure that any new machine components
installed during repair include decals which are assigned to them by the manufacturer.
• When applying decals to the machine, be sure to clean the surface to remove any dirt or residue. Where
possible, sign placement should protect the sign from abrasion, damage, or obstruction from mud, dirt,
oil etc.
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Safety !
Important Safety Information
Keep Riders Off Machinery
• Do not allow anyone to ride on tractor or machine. Riders could be struck by foreign objects
or thrown from the machine.
• Never allow children to operate equipment.
• Keep bystanders away from machine during operation.
Transporting Safety
• It is the responsiblity of the owner/operator to comply with all state and local laws.
• When transporting the machine on a road or highway, use adequate warning symbols,
reflectors, lights and slow moving vehicle sign (purchased separately) as required by law.
Slow moving tractors and towed implements can create a hazard when driven on public roads.
They are difficult to see, especially at night.
• Do not tow an implement with a vehicle that is lighter than that implement, or, if towing more
than one implement, lighter than their combined weight.
• Carry reflectors or flags to mark tractor and implement in case of breakdown on the road.
• Do not transport at speeds over 15 MPH under good conditions. Never travel at a speed
which does not allow adequate control of steering and stopping. Reduce speed if towed load
is not equipped with brakes
• Avoid sudden stops or turns because the weight of the machine may cause the operator to
lose control of the tractor. Use a tractor heavier than the machine.
• Use caution when towing behind articulated steering tractors; fast or sharp turns may cause
the machine to shift sideways.
• Keep clear of overhead power lines and other obstructions when transporting. Know
transport height and width of your machine. Refer to transport dimensions under
‘Specifications’, page 41.
Attaching, Detaching and Storage
• Do not stand between the tractor and implement when attaching or detaching implement
unless both are not moving.
• Before applying pressure to the hydraulic system, be sure all connections are tight and that
hydraulic lines and hoses are not damaged.
• Lower machine to ground when not in use.
• Block machine so it will not roll when unhitched from the tractor.
• Relieve pressure in hydraulic lines before uncoupling hydraulic hoses from tractor.
Note: On most tractors this can be done by putting the valves in the float position before the
engine is stopped.
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Maintenance Safety
* Block machine so it will not roll when working on or under it to prevent injury in case
of hydraulic failure or inadvertent lowering by another person.
* Do not make adjustments or lubricate machine while it is in motion.
* Make sure all moving parts have stopped and all system pressure is relieved.
* Springs on shank assemblies are under load- do not remove bolts as improper
removal of spring assembly bolts could result in serious injury.
* Understand procedure before doing the work. Use proper tools and equipment.
Refer to this manual for additional information.
High Pressure Fluid Safety
* Escaping fluid under pressure can be nearly invisible and have enough force to
penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Use a piece of cardboard, not your
hands, to search for suspected leaks.
* Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or
gangrene may result.
* Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines.
Note: On most tractors this can be done by putting the valves in the float posiion before
the engine is stopped. Also, the machine should be lowered to ground.
* Wear protective gloves & safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic
systems.
Protective Equipment
* Wear protective clothing & equipment
* Wear clothing & equipment appropriate for the job. Avoid loose fitting clothing.
* Because prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or
hearing loss, wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs.
Chemical Safety
* Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper use can seriously injure
persons, animals, plants, soil & property.
* Read chemical manufacture’s instructions and store or dispose of unused chemicals
as specified.
* Handle chemicals with care & avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire.
* Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by the chemical manufacturer.
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Safety !
Important Safety Information
Prepare for Emergencies
* Keep a First Aid Kit and Fire Extinguisher accessible.
* Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital and fire department near
phone.
Tire Safety
* Tire changing can be dangerous and should be performed by trained personnel
using correct tools and equipment.
* When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow
you to stand to one side, not in front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety cage if
available.
* When removing and installing wheels, use wheel-handling equipment adequate for
weight involved.
Use a Safety Chain (Brillion Kit 1K789)
* Use a safety chain to help control drawn machinery should it separate from tractor
drawbar.
* Use a chain with a strength rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of towed
machinery. The chain we have included as standard with your Soil Builder II is rated at
20,200 pounds, which meets with ASAE S338.2 specifications, and will also allow you
to pull another machine in tandem.
* Attach chain to tractor drawbar support or specified anchor location. Allow only
enough slack in chain to permit turning. Distance from hitch pin to attachment point or
intermediate support point should not exceed 9”. See below.
* Replace chain if any links or end fittings are broken, stretched or damaged.
* Do not use safety chain for towing.
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9" Max
STOVER NUT, 1-8
HHCS, 1-8 x 2-1/2”
SPOOL
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Safety
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Safety Signs
WARNING
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DO NOT GO NEAR LEAKS
LOWER LOAD OR RELIEVE HYDRAULIC
PRESSURE BEFORE LOOSENING
FITTINGS.
HIGH PRESSURE OIL EASILY PUNCTURES SKIN
CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY, GANGRENE
OR DEATH.
IF INJURED, SEEK EMERGENCY MEDICAL HELP.
IMMEDIATE SURGERY IS REQUIRED TO
REMOVE OIL.
DO NOT USE FINGERS OR SKIN TO
CHECK FOR LEAKS.
10813A
Hydraulic Leak Hazard
P/N 3K706
Caution List P/N 8J310
Caution, Harrows, etc. may make machine drawbar-light
P/N 5J333
CAUTION
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MOUNTING HARROWS OR OTHER DEVICES ON THE REAR
OF THIS MACHINE MAY MAKE IT DRAWBAR-LIGHT.
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY FROM MACHINE TIPPING
REARWARD, ALWAYS
LOWER MACHINE TO GROUND
BEFORE DISCONNECTING TRACTOR.
SEE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR DETAILS. 5J333
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CAUTION
DEEP TILL OPERATION CAN DAMAGE
UNDERGROUND UTILITIES CAUSING
DANGEROUS CONDITIONS AND
DISRUPTING SERVICES. DETERMINE
THE DEPTH AND LOCATION OF BURIED
CABLES, PIPE LINES, AND DRAIN TILES
BEFORE OPERATION. 8K829
Caution, Buried Cables
P/N 8K829
8J310
1. DO NOT LUBRICATE, ADJUST OR REPAIR WHEN MACHINE IS IN MOTION.
2. DO NOT TOW OR TRANSPORT FASTER THAN 15 MILES PER HOUR.
3. DO NOT RIDE OR ALLOW OTHERS TO RIDE ON THE MACHINE.
4. BLOCK UP ALL HYDRAULICALLY OR MECHANICALLY RAISED COMPONENTS TO
PREVENT UNINTENDED LOWERING OR LOWER THE MACHINE TO THE GROUND TO
MAKE ADJUSTMENT OR REPAIRS WHEN NOT IN USE.
5. KEEP ALLPERSONS AWAY FROM MACHINE DURING HITCHING AND OPERATING.
6. SLOW DOWN BEFORE MAKING SHARP TURNS OR USING THE BRAKES.
DRIVE SLOWLY OVER ROUGH GROUND, SIDE HILLS,AND AROUND CURVES TOAVOID TIPPING.
7. COMPLY WITH ALL LAWS WHEN TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE ON PUBLIC ROADWAYS.
8. INSTRUCT ALLOPERATORS IN THE SAFE OPERATION OF THE MACHINE.
REVIEW THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR CORRECT PROCEDURES.
9. BLOCK IMPLEMENT TO PREVENT MOVEMENT WHEN UNHITCHED FROM TRACTOR.
10. KEEP ALLGUARDS AND SHIELDS IN PLACE WHILE MACHINE OR PARTS ARE IN MOTION.
CAUTION
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Safety !
Safety Signs
Reflective Red
P/N 2J430
Reflective Amber
P/N 2J431
Reflective Red-Orange
P/N 8K597
Both Sides
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Safety Signs
!WARNING
DO NOT USE HANDS OR FEET
TO DISLODGE ANY OBSTRUCTION
HOLDING THE SHANK IN THE
TRIPPED POSITION
SHANK IS SPRING LOADED
AND SERIOUS INJURY COULD
RESULTAS SHANK RESETS
SHANK IS ALWAYS UNDER LOAD
6K883
Warning -shank Under Load
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ASSEMBLY
Assembly
Assembly
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Assembly
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BOLT / NUT TIGHTENING TORQUES
For Fine Threads Multiply Chart Values by 1.1
THREAD BOLT GRADE PLATED, STOVER
SIZE LOCK NUTS
GRADE 2 GRADE 5 GRADE 8 GRADE B GRADE C
MIN / MAX MIN / MAX
1/4-20 5 8 12 5 / 7 7 / 10
5/16-18 11 17 24 10 / 12 11 / 16
3/8-16 20 30 45 15 / 20 20 / 28
7/16-14 30 50 70 23 / 32 31 / 43
1/2-13 50 75 105 37 / 50 45 / 62
9/16-12 70 110 155 50 / 70 70 / 95
5/8-11 100 150 210 70 / 95 90 / 122
3/4-10 170 270 375 125 / 165 155 / 210
7/8-9 165 430 610 185 / 250 225 / 312
1-8 250 645 910 275 / 375 360 / 462
1 1/8 - 7 355 795 1290
1 1/4 - 7 500 1120 1820
1 3/8 - 6 745 1670 2710
1 1/2 - 6 870 1950 3160
•VALUES ARE GIVEN IN FOOT-POUNDS.
•USE GRADE BLOCK NUTS WITH GRADE 2AND GRADE 5BOLTS ONLY.
•USE GRADE CLOCK NUTS WITH GRADE 8BOLTS ONLY.
Fasteners
Before operating your Brillion tillage implement, check all hardware for tightness. Use theTightening
Torque Chart reproduced below as a guide.
After a few hours use, check entire machine and tighten
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NOTE: The model illustrated may not agree with the size of your unit. Assembly of machines,
however, is similiar on all models.
DO NOT WORK UNDER MACHINE UNLESS
IT IS BLOCKED UP SECURELY.
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• INSERT AXLE ROCKSHAFT and mount in place with clamp halves
• Set the frame about 36” high on blocks or other supports rated for 2,000 lbs. or higher.
FRONT FRAME
CLAMP HALF,
17-3/4” LONG
CLAMP HALF,
17-3/4” LONG
CLAMP HALF,
12” LONG
AXLE ROCKSHAFT
HHCS, 3/4-10 X 2-1/4”
LOCK NUT, 3/4-10
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Assembly
Assembly
• INSTALL TIRE ASSEMBLIES
Remove Hex Wheel Bolts from hub and
intsall Tire Assembly.
HEX WHEEL BOLTS
1/2-20 x 1 Gr5
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• BOLT FRONT AND REAR FRAMES TOGETHER
NOTE: In the following illustrations, do not tighten hardware tight until all adjacent pieces
have been assembled to each other.
FRONT FRAME
REAR FRAME
HHCS, 3/4-10 x 2-1/4”
LOCK NUT, 3/4-10
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• INSTALL FRAME SUPPORTS
HHCS, 3/4-10 x 2-1/4”
LOCK NUT, 3/4-10
FRAME SUPPORTS
FRAME SUPPORTS
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• INSTALL ANCHOR, THEN ANCHOR BRACES.
ANCHOR ANCHOR BRACES
U-BOLTS, 3/4-10 x 6-11/16 x 5-3/4
LOCK NUTS, 3/4-10
ANCHOR BRACES
ANCHOR
HHCS, 3/4-10 x 2-1/4”
LOCK NUT, 3/4-10
Assembly
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