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    Labor warranty

    I want to get your guys take on warranty repair. If you install a customer-supplied reman injection pump from the dealer, and it fails in short time due to manufacturer defect, how do you handle the labor side of it for replacement since the dealer doesn't cover warranty on labor unless they...
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    Wood processor install

    So I've been asked to hook up a Denharco wood processor head to a Cat 320. Somebody had started the job and quit the company that is now my customer. I've never worked forestry equipment, only dirt movers. Any guidance on routing hoses and wiring from the head to the stick? Do I want lots of...
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    Dozer sprocket tooling

    Hey guys, just wanted to see what kind of tooling any of you have made or used to pull sprockets off final drives. I got a customer that wants his sprockets swapped out on a Case 350. They're splined so I can' imagine it being too tight. The manual just says big hammer or puller.
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    Hose making

    Just curious, how many independent field mechanics out there are equipped to make hoses on-site? Do you find it worthwhile to carry stock and utilize space for it? I scored a really good idea on a Parker Karrykrimp, too good to pass up. I haven't bought the supplies yet though. Thoughts on...
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    New shop

    I'm sure this will start a lively discussion, but I wanted to get some input on a project for next year. I'm going to build a SMALL AND LEAN shop to house my service truck, some supplies, and all my other tooling that I don't carry on the truck daily. Also need some space to have a personal...
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    Cat 308E electrical malfunction

    Hey guys, I've seen a few 308E excavators around so I wanted to give a heads up to owner/operators of a potentially dangerous or costly machine malfunction. I was called out to fix the boom swing on a customers machine after they had an incident with the boom swinging into a house without being...
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    125B

    Does anybody know what type of gear oil goes in the front axle and wheel ends of a Michigan 125B? The owner lost his manual in a fire. Any help would be appreciated.
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    420D axle

    Guys, I gotta rebuild the rear axle on a 420D due to serious metal/brake disc material contamination. I've already disassembled it 90% for damage inspection. Two questions: About how many hours to rebuild with all new bearings, discs, plates? Gears are fine. Is there any tips on removing the...
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    1" impact recommendations

    I'm looking to purchase a 1" impact gun soon and would like some idea of what price range and brand for a good qualty but not necessarily high end impact. I see prices from $399 all the way up to around $1800. I don't hump tires for a living but would need one occasionally for track bolts...
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    Service crane pump

    Hey guys, Just bought a used 3200# crane for my service truck and it's plumbed for PTO. I don't have a PTO yet and was wondering if I could get some input on electric pump vs PTO. The crane manufacturer (Stellar) can sell me an easy to install kit with power unit with integral reservoir for...
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    Gehl brakes

    Hopefully somebody can shed some light on a brake problem I'm having. Gehl 883 with hydroboost brakes that go all the way to floor before engaging with engine running, but not with power off. Brake boost circuit pressure at half the rated psi, and main hydraulic system pressure doesn't even...
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    Take home work

    Questions for other independent field mechanics out there: Do you have a shop that you operate out of? What size building do you have, how much work is performed inside, and is it sufficient? Is there a need for space to take in a customer's machine occasionally? The reason I'm asking is I...
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    Independent field mechanic startup

    I'd like to introduce myself, I've been reading the forum for several months now and have learned a good bit. For the past 5 months I've been moonlighting as a mechanic for various construction contractors repairing and servicing their machines. My day job is heavy mechanic for the government...
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