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  1. D5Dan

    Cat D5 Blade Group

    I have a Cat D5 (no letter) Machine Serial #84H493 Happy to report I’ve finally pulled the blade lift cylinders and got them down at our local hydraulic guy getting new seals installed (long over due). I’m also seeing some items I can address while I’m in reworking the leaking seals. Checking...
  2. D5Dan

    Best dry-clutch cleaning solvent

    Hopefully in the next couple days I’ll fill my D5 steering clutch areas with a “solvent” to remove the dirt/gunk (luckily, limited oil in compartments). Question is: What’s the “best” (aka most effective) solvent(s)? My list at the moment: Kerosene Gasoline Diesel Mineral Spirits Brake...
  3. D5Dan

    I expected the fuzz...

    ...but not chunks/bearing bits. 84H493 - antique/old farm dozer. Slowly making progress on getting side panels, skid plates and floor boards off to clean/inspect/service machine Prior owner told me he’s been using 15w40 in all systems... I’m glad he kept everything topped off; but believe I...
  4. D5Dan

    Case 350 Parts Machine

    Hey Guys- If anyone is in need of some Case 350 parts, I see this local Craigslist ad...I’ve noticed he started in the high/mid 4’s...and is dropping his price. https://maine.craigslist.org/hvo/d/east-waterboro-case-350-dozer/7429272465.html D5Dan PS. I have no dog in this fight...I don’t...
  5. D5Dan

    Cat D5 Batteries and 24-volt system

    Hoping for a couple opinions or links from others who have made some battery choices... My recently acquired D5 (84H493) was sold to me with "I did you the favor and switched out the expensive CAT batteries to regular Group 31's"...knowing some about the various "group" batteries, didn't think...
  6. D5Dan

    1967 Cat D5 - is this a D6B undercarriage with a D4 operator station??

    Hi Guys, So after years of reading the battles on HEF (and seeing the photos!) I’m “lucky” enough to now own (what I believe) is a 1967 Cat D5 Powershift, serial number 84H493. I was able to clean the various ID plates, except the rear (frame) plates which are gone (but stampings are there)...
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