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    Help with replacing slack adjusters on a Deere 550B

    1980's John Deere 550B dozer. I'm replacing the slack adjusters. I got this far without issue. Any idea how to remove the old tubes so I can put the new ones in place? Are they a press fit? Weld on some chain and pull? Any help is appreciated.
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    My first track loader. Allis Chalmers HD5G.

    After many years of salivating over these machines I came across one that is seemingly in pretty good shape and was in my price range. I looked at it way back when over Fathers Day weekend and hauled her home last week finally, a 850 mile round trip between South Jersey and upstate NY...
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    HD5G, looking for some insight.

    So temptation got the best of me and I went to look at this yesterday. Started right up cold, hardly any smoke, 2-71 runs like a clock. Undercarriage seems tight, crawls very quietly and smooth. Needs bucket pivot pins and bushings rebuilt and there is a lot of slop in the gear shifter. I have...
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    Help me find the right backhoe/tractor - list of requirements

    I have an 11HD Bradco hoe that's going on the back, it's on my list of things to do. Also, the 3 point hitch is hydraulically controlled so you can grade roads with a pitch to them. I will put a quick tach setup on the front at some point and they are available with an enclosed cab.
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    Help me find the right backhoe/tractor - list of requirements

    You want a New Holland 545D. 10,000lbs not including the backhoe. 4,500lb lift capacity to 10'6" all around the most stout machine you can find with a 3 point hitch and 540 pto.
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    Vandalism proof cap removal.

    OK, I have a vandalism proof cap for the hydraulic tank on my Ford/New Holland 545D. Does anyone know how to remove these? Thanks in advance.
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    1985 JD 210C, cost of hydraulic pump?

    I'm looking at a Deere 210C, owner says it needs a new front hydraulic pump. Any idea on the price of that, $1,000, $10,000? Thanks in advance and Happy New Year!
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    275,00 on F350 7.3 ?? Too many ? What would you do ?

    My company truck is up to 360,000 now. I put 39,000 on it this year and the quarter mod under one of the UVCH's has been my only hiccup this year engine wise. The truck had a new bedside put on it, tires, rear leaf springs, front end work, brakes, serpentine belt and basic maintenance. So we put...
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    My Trojan 114 tractor shovel thread.

    Didn't realize I already posted this picture, lol. I haven't really done too much to the machine lately. I was going to have the injectors rebuilt but have not had the time needed to get them out. I also need to rebuild the bottom of the bucket or source a new bucket all together. She's a great...
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    Transfer Tank & Toolbox Setups

    Here are a few closeups Sent from my EVO using Tapatalk
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    Time for new F350, 2014 or wait for 2015?

    I talk to just about EVERY person I can who has a new truck. Last week, a landscaper with a 2014 F550, 6.7 diesel. I asked hows it running? He replied good this week, we'll see about next week. I'd say I talk to about 6-8 people with horror stories to the one person who is tickled pink. I...
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    Ever Install Brake Controller on Hino?

    The control side of the factory relay uses the negative side of the circuit for switching purposes which is unorthodox but fine, it will work. I am guessing they save some copper as its closer to ground most times than the positive side of the circuit at hand. Chances are that the relay is...
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    Any F350 experts on here? engine & transmission swap question

    Damn Mike, you're making good progress. The loader looks great too. Yours is in much better shape than mine but that's ok, I'm happy to have it around. So you're basically doing a frame and cab swap? I hope you are saving the rears. Are they that bad rust wise? The D60 front will fetch $5-700...
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    Any F350 experts on here? engine & transmission swap question

    Lol. Heavyequipmentforums is right there with oilburners. Both are great sites with great people willing to help others out. I can't say that about every site that I have come across. The OP has helped me out sourcing parts for my Trojan loader, I only hope I can give him a little useful...
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    Any F350 experts on here? engine & transmission swap question

    I can second that:)
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    Any F350 experts on here? engine & transmission swap question

    The 87-91 clutch is different than the 92-97. I am talking about the hanger under the dash. You are reusing the 94 cab so this is negated. The only other issue I can think of is that the 94 may have the upgraded Sterling rear with a longer pinion shaft and larger yoke for extra support. A simple...
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    Transfer Tank & Toolbox Setups

    I will get some better pictures tomorrow. I have a Protech cab shield and toolbox (very well built), 104 gallon tank with a 20gpm pump and spin on filter. I have a #10 wire going to the reverse lights and use the factory reverse circuit to control a relay that's behind the driver side taillights...
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    What backhoe attachment will best fit on my 545D? Any Ford/NH gurus out there?

    I got the Bradco unit today along with a military trailer and an old Homelite chainsaw that was thrown in for free. The backhoe is mounted on a skid that pins into a 1 ton truck bed and has a 25hp Kohler Command engine powering it. I am going to build a sub frame and convert it to my tractor. If...
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