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    Bobcat T190 Tracks faster in Reverse... Normal?

    Another question for you guys... Sometimes when i first start the machine (cold), pull the seat bar down and go to press the "press to operate" button, nothing happens. One of my buddies was playing around with it and hit the press to operate and the high flow button at the same time it...
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    Bobcat T190 Tracks faster in Reverse... Normal?

    I recently picked up a 2007 T190 skidsteer. It has 1500 hrs on it. It has had both drive motors replaced, as well as the tracks replaced. When driving the machine it drives well and calmly in the forward direction. When you go in reverse, top speed is considerably faster, and it is quite...
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    Bobcat T190 Correct Hydraulic Fluid?!!!?

    I will go ahead and use the Tractor supply ISO 46... will let you know how it goes!
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    Bobcat T190 Correct Hydraulic Fluid?!!!?

    I recently bought a Bobcat t190 that needed a drive motor... typical. Anyhow, I replaced the drive motor, replaced all the filters (case drains and both spin on filters) and now I need to fill it up with fluid to test. When I spoke with the guys at Bobcat, they recommended a 30wt non...
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    Case Backhoe Hydraulic Vibration??/

    That was exactly what I didn't want to hear.. Where do you guys go for reasonably priced replacement cylinders?
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    Case Backhoe Hydraulic Vibration??/

    I went to look at a Case 580L Turbo Series II machine today. All check out except when testing the hoe, and when I curled the bucket in, i felt a strong vibration throughout the machine. It was only when curling the backhoe bucket in (lever towards you), there was a noticeable vibration. It was...
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    Case 580L Vibration when using Single Hydro Function

    I went to look at a Case 580L Turbo Series II machine today. All check out except when testing the hoe, and when I curled the bucket in, i felt a strong vibration throughout the machine. It was only when curling the backhoe bucket in (lever towards you), there was a noticeable vibration. It...
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    Case 580 super m series 2

    I know the older 6bt cummins engines use a overflow valve to regulate fuel pressure. It is usually located on the injection pump where the return line connects. Sounds like it could be your issue. it is just a ball and spring inside a fitting.
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    cordless tools

    SnapOn makes a MEAN cordless impact! pricey but completely worth it.
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    1998 Cat 446b

    I am looking into buying a 98 Cat 446b that was potentially involved in the hurricane sandy flood waters. I have never worked on a Cat this year and was wondering how full of electronics they are? I am worried about having electrical issues if I buy this machine. I have a Case 580k at the...
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    Blue Smoke from Vermeer CX234 with 32hp Kubota

    I will check on wednesday but if I remember correctly, the machine steadily smokes... more throttle the more smoke.
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    Blue Smoke from Vermeer CX234 with 32hp Kubota

    I recently bought a 03 Vermeer CX234 with an enclosed cab.. The machine currently has 800 hours and when running it smokes BLUE. Ive never worked on small Kubota engines... but a lot of 5.9 cummins and 6.0 powerjokes. What am I in for here? Head gaskets? Any good places to order parts...
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    580k Front Axle Leak, 4x4

    i will look for the fill bolt. I cant picture this in my head right now. Thanks!
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    580k Front Axle Leak, 4x4

    I have a 4x4 580k that is leaking oil onto the front tire from the front axle. I cant pinpoint the leak but it seems to be coming from the hub. I am not sure if i can rip it apart and fix it this week as i have a job for it this coming week. I cant seem to find what kind of oil the front...
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    Case 580k Boom NO SWING RIGHT

    There are two flat spots that are about 1/8" on the cam. the cam roller does spin, but not "freely" i can move it with my hand. and i was not able to move the linkage with my hand.
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    Case 580k Boom NO SWING RIGHT

    here is a picture of the linkage and the roller when the boom is as far right as it goes. what should i check to see if its seized? doesnt look like many parts?
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    Case 580k Boom NO SWING RIGHT

    i checked this out, when i move it to the right, it doesnt make it far enough for the cam roller to contact plate on the pin. i proceeded to disconnect the right side swing cylinder, turned the machine on, opened the swing valve, and the cylinder did nothing. tried cracking hoses to see if the...
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    Case 580k Boom NO SWING RIGHT

    Hey guys i just recently bought a 91' or 94' Case 580k 4wd backhoe, its got about 5k hrs on it, and runs beautifully. all hydraulics are strong, no extrenda hoe or 4in1. Anyway, i am having probably moving the hoe RIGHT, no problem going left. From center the hoe will go left quick then...
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    Hit a rock with this!!!

    thats pretty wild. id take it!
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    983 track adjuster fix

    good luck
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