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    Bobcat E50 Electrical

    My E50 has blown the cabHVAC fan switch three times. Bobcat tell us it is a diode. Has anyone else have this problem and if so is there a fix or modification. My machine has 1500hrs on it and only gets used in a/c mode. This is a high performance machine but we've had persistent hyd problems...
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    Bobcat E50 electrical

    My E50 has blown the cabHVAC fan switch three times. Bobcat tell us it is a diode. Has anyone else have this problem. My machine has 1500hrs on it and only gets used in a/c mode.
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    Case 9020

    Is the Case 9020 excavator the same as Sumitomo Sh200A? What relationship does Link-belt have with these - if any? I have a 1996 Sumitomo SH200A1 Firetrack
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    JCB 3cx 2006

    I have a JCB 3cx 6speed auto sitemaster with seat controls. I do not have the operators manual. Our dash panel has two curved lines of warning lights. I have intermittent flashing on the last one on the right in the inner line. ( I realise I haven't described this very well) Does anyone have a...
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    Bobcat T770

    Looking at purchasing a new track loader and want a suspended suspension machine. ASV/Terex are out as I cannot afford the repairs for their undercarriage. I believe Cat has the same undercarriage but maybe there are some improvements on ASV.This leaves Bobcat T770 as my option. I have a JD328D...
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    Fire patrol

    Patrolling a controlled burn. They are only a controlled burn while they are under control! Firetrack[
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    Case 1850K

    What is(if any) the problems with Case 1850K. There are a few over here in Oz that are at half the price of a Cat D6. Does anyone have first hand experience in operating these units and if so could you give me a run down on how they go? Firetrack
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    which grader JD/Volvo/komatsu

    Prossibly in the market for a new 6wd grader in the JD772 size with 16' mouldboard and rippers for mine project in a verrry wet environment. Considering JD, Volvo and Komatsu. I do not have experience with graders so any real input from graders operators would be welcome. Firetrack
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    Land Clearing equipment from Australia

    Have a look at some of the current stickrakes, blade plows, seeders and dozer protection in production down here. http://www.gessner.com.au/heavyindustrial/gss-040.htm www.homan.com.au Not saying these are better than anyone else but they aren't bad and suit our application in the bush...
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    Ride Control for JD 328D

    Is Ride control available available for JD328D skid steers. My new 328D is arriving on Tuesday/Wednesday - fitted with 14" wheels inc spare, a/c cab, tilting pickup hitch with hydraulic locking, 4in1 bucket, power angle blade, pallet forks, spreader bar, uhf, am/fm radio, air seat, reversing...
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    Deere graders

    Is it true that Deere have outsold Cat in the grader market in the US for the first time? I heard this but am unsure of what reporting period this was over. Firetrack
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    Which is better OTT for me

    I have just ordered a new JD328 skid steer. We will be working in some very wet and rocky situations sometimes. When it is wet I want to put OTT on the machine. I don't know anything about these so would appreciate some advice. So far I have been able to source McLaren and Grouser brand tracks...
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    Deere or Bobcat

    I'm about to place an order for a new Skid Steer. Due to dealership and service personell location I have three choices Cat, Deere or Bobcat. I'm haveing some issues with Cat over an axel for Cat D5N dozer(see my problem in Dozer Forum) so have decided to exclude them from my options(my little...
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    Cat D5N axel help

    I have Cat D5N CKT 00287 LGP dozer that unfortunately has had a major failure in the final drive. I have replaced all the planetary and ring gears, bearings and seals but Cat in Australia cannot supply the axel and sun gear (Part # 191 - 4915) and have advised it is a manufacture only item...
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    Which Backhoe?

    We are about to purchase a new Loader Backhoe. I have had no experience with these machines for 30 years. On price I have narrowed the field down to JD315SJ and New Holland B110B. Cat432E is $40,000 more expensive than these two so is not being considered. I realise the NH is slightly larger...
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    Wanting to purchase a used grader

    I'm looking to import a used grader from US or Canada to Australia but have no contacts. I normally import from Japan(dozers only). Does anyone have any contacts that i may use to start my search? thanks firetrack
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    Jd319d

    I'm looking at a new CTL. Tried Bobcat S185Kwith SJC and had trouble with the SJC which BC wouldn't offer warranty on - so they're out. No dealers within 250klm for Tak, Cat, NH and not a fan of Case. I'm considering JD319D with A/C cab, EH performance controls, self leveling, air seat, 4 in1...
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    Opinions please

    I am in the market for a new skid steer and am lookng at Bobcat M series 650, JD 326D and NH 185. All with pilot/EH controls. Mainly working in bush cleaning up after drill rig plus some bush track maintenance/rehab work and handling shot/surge rock for road stabilization. I intend to fit...
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    Sany graders

    Does anyone have any experience with Sany graders. Price is right but not sure about the Chinese componentry although motor and all hydraulics, gauges and seat are all imported. Any info greatly received. regards Firetrack
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    Bobcat SJC Warranty!!

    I have a Bobcat 185K(2006 model) with SCJ controls. Bobcat advertise that the SCJ is their thing but In Qld(Aust) Bobcat will not warrant their own control system. Mine failed in the tilt control and Bobcat came and replaced it for $1100.00. This lasted about 3hrs and failed again. Bobcat came...
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