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    New Holland LS185B LS180 Control Valve Repair

    The control valve (under the foot plate) on my LS185.B is leaking from the underside of the control valve body and from one of the spool valves (bucket curl) on the back. I replaced the seals on the control valve for my S185 a few years ago but I believe I had a service manual sitting right in...
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    Komatsu PC 60-6 Thoughts?

    There is one for sale local with 5,000 hrs, rubber tracks, w/o backfill blade. I don't know if there are parts that are obsolete or if these are problematic but it seems like cheap iron. Any comments about reliability or failures would be appreciated.
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    Thoughts on ASV/Cat undercarriages

    Have any of you had any problems with the engines in the ASVs? I have a little Shibaura in a new holland and have nothing bad to say at (1500 hrs). The two speed on the newer pt 60 would be something I would want. Do you think the extra speed would cause any more stress on the undercarriage?
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    Thoughts on ASV/Cat undercarriages

    That is a very good point that the machines were built around the undercarriages. I was leaning towards ASV as all my big equipment is Deere and a cat would be a black sheep of the fleet. But if a nice Cat was priced right I would never turn it down. A local landscaper I talked to has the new...
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    Thoughts on ASV/Cat undercarriages

    I have been thinking about picking up another skid steer (tracked). I really like the ASV/Terex/Cat track setup because the machine will also be used for snow removal. I have been considering everything from an RC30 to a cat 287 size. I am worried about the undercarriages on these machines...
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    Case 70XT

    SOLD the machine
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    Bobcat 337 Thoughts

    I was wandering a bout the engine if it was a kubota or deutz. Makes me feel better that it is a kubota and it has fast cycle time. I of course am gonna operate it for 15 minutes before i pull the trigger. Any more thoughts on... -Price -Downsides to this machine -Any other thoughts on...
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    Bobcat 337 Thoughts

    Hey guys wandering your thoughts on a bobcat 337 mini. I have never ran a bobcat mini and was wandering what your thoughts were on this model. I am planning to go look at a 2000 with 2200 hrs cab. Any thoughts on -Price -Engine 48 HP (don't know make, or if it would need rebuild soon, guy...
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    Case 70XT

    Sold the forks, I am now asking $16,500 for the machine and bucket.
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    Skid-Pac & Drum packers for Skidsteers

    hey guys I am also interested in one of these units. The Skid Packs plate compactor looks great, but what about roller models? I'd like to know if anyone had success with them. I was thinking of using one for small building pads instead of hauling out a ride on compactor and using to prep...
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    CAT specs website for older models?

    40 HP 1,500 lift capacity is what i found on machinerytrader. Also http://www.diggerdata.com/data/skidsteer/newholland/L565.html -1,500 lift capacity -40 HP 2L Diesel -5,390 operating weight -produced '94-'99 It is a smaller skid steer if that is what you are looking for.
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    used skid sources?

    ajm there is no ill will and I'm sorry if I seemed harsh. There are so many scammers out there now on craigslist that people need to be aware of. I sold my T800 and bought a skid on craigslist and had great transactions. You just need to feel the seller/buyer out. They are good at scamming...
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    used skid sources?

    Above. First post sounds like a spam/scammer. Do not promote websites on your first post especially financial websites. Sounds even fishier when you relate it to craiglists, so many scams on craigslist. Don't be a dumbass and think you are getting a deal by wiring someone money and they...
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    CAT specs website for older models?

    http://www.ironrecord.com/ has a lot of information on cat. The detailed specs might be lacking but it can help you with serial numbers, and weights. diggerdata has a few specs.
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    Homemade Case Snow Plow

    You can make anything work with a little creativity and some steel. First make or buy the quick attach plate for the skid steer. If you are good at steel work you can fab one, otherwise it will cost you anywhere from 100-300 for the plate. Weld the plate to your blade and voila you have...
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    Bobcat 863 timing belt (deutz bf4m1011 timing)

    I did all the services on my gehl 4840 deutz, but it has 9xx hours on it now. The belt has a small tear in it and I can hear it as it goes around. Thank god the dealer has great service and parts guys and is located only 2 miles away. I am going to let them replace the belt and idler...
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    used skid sources?

    There might be a blue book on skid steers and if there is it probably costs $500 and is not worth buying. Prices vary by regions due to the economy and other factors. A cab and heat machine is not as valuable down south, machines near Detroit are not going to get a premium comparable to...
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    How do you keep a skidsteer from being stolen?

    A lot of people install hidden kill switches, battery disconnect, bars over steering control etc... that disable a thief from operating the machine. These are all good measures, but the smarter skid steer thieves just use a rollback and winch up the machine. They worry about getting the...
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    Best mini Excavator for the money

    I bought a Deere 35CZTS new six years ago. It now has around 2,000 hours and still runs strong. It is very nice and and the hydraulics are very quick. I have only had to replace the tracks, and replace a boom cylinder cover (plus service of course). Undercarriage is going to need to be...
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    used skid sources?

    Dave nice pickup! The wheels,tires, and bucket on that machine look good and are at least worth a grand. Also, that nice paint job had to cost them around a grand. It's like you picked up a skid for $3,000 and did not have to paint it or replace tires, bucket. I consider that a great deal...
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