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Old 03-23-2022, 03:36 PM
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Have a 1985'ish 2165 that makes a slight ratchet sound, from right rear. The sound is made only in right turns. Was planning on changing transmission filter & oil, but wanted to see if this sound may be indicator of something going south..

Let me know if anyone has idea on what sound is about and/or recommended options to determine if there is an issue

Looking to use Amsoil 20/50 Hy-Tran oil or another quality product if have suggestion.

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The 2165 was produced '94-'99.

Per the owners manual: Use Cub Cadet "Drive System Oil" part number 737-3055 or a 20W50 oil that meets API service class SG/CD, which is an antiquated SG from when the tractor was new. The special drive system oil's part number is now currently 737-3120. It is very expensive at $17 a quart!
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Do not use Hy-Tran. You don't want the moisture clumping up in the rear with no way to get it out. I wouldn't pay $17/quart for snake oil either. This stuff will work fine and is priced fair.
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/se...aulic%20fluid?
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Thanks for responding. Yes, the Amsoil meets the specified criteria for transmission oil. Just would like to figure the noise out before going through oil change.
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Forgot to ask if anyone knows how to determine the mftr of a transmission? Believe the one that I have is a Hydro-Gear, but cannot find any identifying marks.
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I'm not sure about who made the trans.
I am sure the tractor supply oil works just fine. You can even pick it up in 2 gallon jugs for around $20.
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Yes, it is a Hydro-Gear BDU-10L-XXX.

Go here and find which version of the BDU-10L you have. Click the Cub Cadet logo and enter your model/serial numbers
https://www.cubcadet.com/en_US/conte...artstream.html

You can go here and get the manual if you don't already have it.
https://www.hydro-gear.com/service-repair-manuals/
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Thank you for the information. Found HG label on transmission, but the manual for the BDU model is just a spec sheet & no other info. Nonetheless, will look into the TSC oil, sounds like a plan.Tks
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Sorry about that, I didn't check the link. Here is the service manual and it shows which oils are approved.
https://www.sauerbibus.de/fileadmin/...air_Manual.pdf
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This is what i have been using for years without any dramas , actually will be doing an oil change shortly
!00 hours on the oil easy as and the oil still looks and feels brand new
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