{"id":6195,"date":"2022-11-08T08:44:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-08T14:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/?p=6195"},"modified":"2026-01-20T12:14:05","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T18:14:05","slug":"how-to-install-seed-boot-pivots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/ru\/blog\/how-to-install-seed-boot-pivots\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Install Seed Boot Pivots"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tools Required<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High Quality Drill<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5\/8\u201d Drill Bits \u2013 USA Made<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Red E Seed Boot Pivot Guide Block Kit (Part number: AG-K13)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ratchet or Impact (Optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5\/8\u201d or M19 Socket*<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>11\/16\u201d or M19 Wrench*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>*Dependent on whether supplied with standard or metric bolt kit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Design Characteristics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Precision machined stainless steel bushing for longer life &amp; corrosion resistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grade 8 hardware for longer life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/ru\/product\/seed-tube-bolt-w-pre-applied-anti-seize\/\" type=\"product\" id=\"20080\">Grade 8 seed tube bolt with pre-applied anti-seize included<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-how-to wp-block-yoast-how-to-block\"><p class=\"schema-how-to-description\">Excessive vertical play at the end of a seed boot affects seed depth placement and germination consistency. <strong>Red E\u2019s Heavy Duty Extended Wear Seed Boot Bushing Kit (AG-K13)<\/strong> allows for the rehabilitation of worn seed boot pivots and results in a seed boot pivot tighter than factory new row units. Vertical up and down movement or play of more than \u00be\u201d at the end of the seed boot indicates the pivot and\/or seed boot has worn significantly and needs to be fixed. A <strong>drill guide block kit (AG2046)<\/strong> should be used when drilling out row unit casting holes to ensure the proper alignment of boot to disc is achieved after drilling.<\/p> <ol class=\"schema-how-to-steps\"><li class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"how-to-step-1660144150542\"><strong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\">Remove gauge wheel, disk and seed boot<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\">Remove gauge wheel, disc, and seed boot to allow proper access to boot pivots.<br\/><strong>NOTE:<\/strong> Seed boots can be heated around seed tube bolt location to aid in removing difficult and seized seed tube bolts.<\/p> <\/li><li class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"how-to-step-1660579698471\"><strong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\">Install drill guide block<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\">Install drill guide block as shown. Tighten bolts until snug. DO NOT over-tighten as overtightening can cause drill bushings to be misaligned and make drilling the hole very difficult.<br\/><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"161\" src=\"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-1-300x161.jpg\" class=\"attachment-300x161.17523609654 size-300x161.17523609654\" alt=\"How to Install Seed Boot Bushings\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-1-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-1-600x322.jpg 600w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-1-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-1.jpg 953w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p> <\/li><li class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"how-to-step-1660579980828\"><strong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\">Apply cutting fluid<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\">Apply a generous amount of PB Blaster, WD-40, or similar cutting fluid to the inside of the holes to be drilled.<\/p> <\/li><li class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"how-to-step-1660579985085\"><strong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\">Drill holes<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\">Align drill bit to drill bushings. Set drill to slowest speed and maintain a consistent feed rate while drilling. It is very important to apply force to the drill in a straight manner to not side-load the drill bit and make drilling difficult.<br\/><strong>NOTE<\/strong>: Select a heavy-duty drill and drill bit. We recommend a DEWALT Model DWD210G or DWD216G 10 Amp 1\/2-inch chuck drill, or similar, and a high quality 5\/8\u201d drill bit such as Red E\u2019s custom 4 flute bit, a Champion Cutting Tool BlackGold XG12-5\/8 bit, or similar. Under extreme and difficult situations, a 9\/16 drill bit can be used to pre-drill the hole to ease the final drilling with a 5\/8 drill bit.<br\/><strong>NOTE<\/strong>: When drilling, it is recommended to position yourself behind the row unit and pull the drill toward you while drilling the hole.<br\/><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"161\" src=\"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-1-300x161.jpg\" class=\"attachment-300x161.17523609654 size-300x161.17523609654\" alt=\"How to Install Seed Boot Bushings\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-1-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-1-600x322.jpg 600w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-1-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-1.jpg 953w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p> <\/li><li class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"how-to-step-1660592160603\"><strong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\">Complete next row<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\">Remove drill guide block and move to next row.<\/p> <\/li><li class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"how-to-step-1660592169342\"><strong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\">Place bushing in drilled hole<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\">Drive bushing into drilled hole. A bushing driver or extra bolt can be used for driving in all bushings to protect the bushing during install. Do not pound directly on the bushing face with a hammer.<br\/><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"186\" src=\"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-4-300x186.jpg\" class=\"attachment-300x186.30136986301 size-300x186.30136986301\" alt=\"How to Install Seed Boot Bushings\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-4-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-4-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-4.jpg 438w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><br\/>When installed, bushing should be centered between cast arm flanges and flush with the outside flange faces as shown below.<br\/><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"236\" src=\"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-5-300x283.jpg\" class=\"attachment-250x236.11111111111 size-250x236.11111111111\" alt=\"How to Install Seed Boot Bushings\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-5-300x283.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-5-13x12.jpg 13w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-5.jpg 342w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><br\/><strong>NOTE<\/strong>: Apply anti-seize with pipe brush to inside of boot bushing before installing boot bolt.<\/p> <\/li><li class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"how-to-step-1660592236401\"><strong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\">Assemble seed boot and spring with new hardware<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\">Assemble seed boot and boot spring along with new hardware. Ensure seed boot pivots and functions properly, and that all components are installed.<br\/><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-6-300x198.jpg\" class=\"attachment-300x198.46153846154 size-300x198.46153846154\" alt=\"How to Install Seed Boot Bushings\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-6-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-6-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/rede-ag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rel09-6.jpg 455w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><br\/>NOTE: Complete 1 row of drilling, bushing install, and complete re-assembly of row to verify final fit and proper function before proceeding with rest of machine row drilling. Red E 4 flute drill bits can be carefully resharpened by hand in the event tip becomes chipped or dull.<\/p> <\/li><\/ol><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tools Required *Dependent on whether supplied with standard or metric bolt kit Design Characteristics Step-by-Step Instructions<\/p>","protected":false},"author":200,"featured_media":6331,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[371],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6195","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-drill-parts"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How to Install Seed Boot Pivots - Red E Performance Ag Parts<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Full instructions: 1. 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Vertical up and down movement or play of more than &frac34;&rdquo; at the end of the seed boot indicates the pivot and\/or seed boot has worn significantly and needs to be fixed. 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Set drill to slowest speed and maintain a consistent feed rate while drilling. It is very important to apply force to the drill in a straight manner to not side-load the drill bit and make drilling difficult.NOTE: Select a heavy-duty drill and drill bit. We recommend a DEWALT Model DWD210G or DWD216G 10 Amp 1\/2-inch chuck drill, or similar, and a high quality 5\/8\u201d drill bit such as Red E\u2019s custom 4 flute bit, a Champion Cutting Tool BlackGold XG12-5\/8 bit, or similar. 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