Branson 3510 Shuttle Shift Problem? Fix This Before You Split the Tractor

A shop walkthrough diagnosing two specific problems on an early Branson 3510 (four-piece hood models): a shuttle shift that pops out of gear or grinds, and a steering orbital motor leaking fluid up the column. The tech shows the external adjustment points and U-joint components to check before resorting to a costly transmission split, and quotes a rough repair cost range if it goes internal. Most useful to owners of older four-piece-hood Branson models experiencing either symptom.

Posted by the Varner Equipment channel, which appears to be a dealership or repair shop that also sells parts, so the perspective is that of a technician familiar with this model but with a likely commercial interest in parts sales.