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  1. jwest75801

    Volvo A30C problems

    This is the first hitch we replaced!
  2. jwest75801

    Volvo A30C problems

    I have a A30C Volvo that we keep having problems with the hitch when I bought the truck we did not know that the nut had been welded onto the hitch and after a short time the weld broke on the hitch causing the truck to start trying to separate we bought a good used hitch replaced it torquedDo...
  3. jwest75801

    D3k2 LGP pros and cons

    Well I guys I thought I would post a update! I bought the D3k2 it had 2.5 hrs on it on feb 10 and now has 350hrs on it. All I can say is I am overly impressed with the machine. It is awesome don't let the "little" machine fool you it is a pushing some of a gun. I have moved thousands of yds of...
  4. jwest75801

    D5K series tree knocker

    Hey guys I am needing some help with building a tree knocker for a k series tractor. Do any of you have any pictures of any?
  5. jwest75801

    Tree Clearing Day

    I pushed this oak out with my D3C took some work but I got it!
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    D3k2 LGP pros and cons

    I'm really looking for input on the new k series I guess. I have had a 3 for ten yrs the one in the picture and I've done things people said I couldn't with it and it's still a good machine.
  7. jwest75801

    D3k2 LGP pros and cons

    Yes sir I understand I think what I'm looking for is info on the machine it's self.
  8. jwest75801

    Cat d3c series 3

    TO-4 30 wt
  9. jwest75801

    D3k2 LGP pros and cons

    Hey guys I'm looking at up grading to a newer machine. I would like to know the pros and cons on this machine. I've had a D3c III lgp that I've had for 10 years it's been a great machine and has done everything I've wanted. It's just getting some hours and need to upgrade. I've looked at 4's and...
  10. jwest75801

    D4C Series III Electrical Schematic

    You probably have a broken prong on one of harness connectors I have had this problem several times.
  11. jwest75801

    Relocating to Texas

    Slow here. Don't y'all have a travel ban?
  12. jwest75801

    Rocker switch

    i have a question and I'm open to any input! I have a cat 420d. I was wondering if I could install a rocker switch for a hydraulic thumb? I am not sure but I am under the impression that most of the machines are the same just some have more options added to them. What I mean is like the rocker...
  13. jwest75801

    Blowing 4wd fuse 420d

    Well it ended up being the solenoid. When I went to take it off it literally fell apart. Wire connector broke off then outer cover seperated from the windings then the windings that was a mess final got it off replaced it need less to say I think it was time to replace it.
  14. jwest75801

    Blowing 4wd fuse 420d

    Well I am going to go pick up a new solenoid toward and see if that fixes the problem hoping I done have a frayed wire some where.
  15. jwest75801

    Blowing 4wd fuse 420d

    hey guys I have a cat 420d 02 model anyhow my 4wd is not working. It started out popping a fuse every once in a while now whenever you flip the switch for 4wd it blows the fuse. What do I need to do as far as trouble shooting to track down the problem. I have searched the forum at no success any...
  16. jwest75801

    Subsistence Bulldozer Pond Excavation in Africa

    This is the closest thing I could find I bet it was retro fitted from another older machine to work. Looks like a bush fix lol. But it's pretty cool to see your keeping them going.
  17. jwest75801

    Your dozer photos

    That a nice looking machine you got there were you at in tx? I'm out of Palestine
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    Your dozer photos

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    Your dozer photos

    You can check out my equipment and some work I've done here at this link I like doing things the old school way. https://m.facebook.com/Wests-Services-1531629740441092/
  20. jwest75801

    D3c series 3 steering problem

    Well after wearing the brake out again we found the top pinion had more play in it than it should. Turns out my final is out and has to be rebuilt.
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