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In Reply to: Jon deere 212 transaxle noise posted by rifraf on Thursday, August 26, 2004:
Well, You really shouldn't be running it on the road, in 4th gear with the variator all the way out. If at all possible the machine should be trailered. It was never meant to travel at top speeds.
I just assumed you meant while mowing at a normal speed.
Like I say, most 1970's and 80's 200 series Deeres have loud rear-ends. Very common, and usually not a serious concern. However, your situation may be a bit extreme.
The problem with "repairing" that transaxle is that it's not a "do it yourself" type of thing. That transaxle is pretty complicated, and any attempt to open it up can get a novice in over their head, fast.
Taking it to a dealer is cost prohibitive, to say the least, if they'ed even want or know how to work on a "legacy" machine. Perhaps you can find an experienced "shade tree" JD L&G tractor repair person in your area, but that's not going to be easy either.
Best bet is to look for an inexpensive "parts machine" with a known good rear-end. Swaping them out is within the realm of the competent "do it yourselfer".
In the short run, I'd suggest stop traveling at "high speeds" on the road, with it [the machine was never meant to do that] and change the rear-end gear oil. That's pretty straight forward.
There are two "plugs" easily visible at the "front" of the transaxle. One on top, which is the filler hole and the oil level check hole, and a second plug below that one for draining the fluid. Use a name-brand 85-W-135 gear oil. Fill the rear-end until the oil comes out that top hole. The same hole your using to fill it. You'll need a tube to get the oil in there. Best bet is to look for a tube setup that screws right onto the gear oil jug. Any competent autoparts store clerk should be able to find what you need.
Best of luck.
Mike