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    Cat C7 No Go--Flat won't run--Help troubleshooting please

    Serial number 7AS07315 arrangement number 154-1062. The truck broke down on the side of the road and we replaced a timing sensor and were back up and running. Two weeks later it died on a job. We have spent 40 hours on it and T&E Cat has spent 40 hours on it. We replaced the lift/transfer pump...
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    2008 EC-140BLC Fault 140 SID 230 9

    The fault code appeared and the machine was stuck in high idle. After turning the machine on and then off again the machine is now stuck in low idle. Can anyone help? I see a lof of fault codes that are almost the same but the "140" part is usually a different number. Thanks. SN 117xx
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    Hydraulic Pump Cross Reference

    Does anyone know of a source that could provide insight into which pump is in which excavator? I am currently working with a JD 470GLC and there appear to be many pump options: (not the serial number range I am working with) SNs PIN: 1FF470GX_ _C047001- --Pump PN 9184686EX (I am working with...
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    Volvo EC160B Error Code

    I've got an error code 187 PPID 1190 4 Operator says: "ex is broke down wont move nothing works i shut it off and tried to restart it and i have no power at all no lights no anything " Now what?
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    Deere GLC Series Excavator Door Latch--Repair Help

    We have a JD 470GLC and the latch that holds the door open broke. I was able to purchase the parts but our repair manual does not show us how to install the latch. It appears that the door is a sealed unit and we cannot access the cable to replace it without cutting open the door with a torch...
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    JD 470G Counter Weight Removal

    I have a 470G which I just took delivery of. It is a used machine and the counterweight came on a separate load. We can't figure out how to get the hydraulic removal system to work. Any advice? Also, I am looking for manuals for the machine.
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    JD 470G LC vs Hitachi ZX470LC-5

    I am looking for a 45-ton machine. In my search, I have kind of fallen for these two machines. I have searched and downloaded brochures. I have been lead to believe that they are the "same" machine but my research says otherwise. The thing that I am noticing for sure is about a 3000 lb...
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    RGN Low Boy Heavy Haul--Are Spreaders Interchangable

    From one detachable gooseneck low boy manufacturer to another are any of the spreaders interchangeable? Are they easily modified? Thanks.
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    252B sometimes won't move or engage high gear

    I have a Cat 252B with two speed that has about 700 hours and a cab. I don’t use it often. Its -10 F this afternoon and I have snow to move. I plugged the skid steer in, and it started really good. I have been having problems with a dead battery and haven’t used the skid steer for any type...
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    Attachment or Mod for Pipe Cradle

    How would you create this?
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    Can utility require me to hire a hydrovac?

    The utilities in our area are getting more and more aggressive on the requirements for crossing their lines. Yesterday a gas company told me that I would be required to hydrovac four feet going either direction with their pipeline, four feet on either side of the pipeline, and two feet below...
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    D6N XL--Purchase Advice

    Our company is looking to purchase a dozer. We have used in the past with success Komatsu D61's and D65. Our main purpose of use is backfill behind an excavator during pipeline install. We have a D4 and it is just too small. We require a six way blade. We would really like a D6R or D6T...
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    SEC Ripper

    Anyone have any experience with an SEC Ripper? http://www.secbucket.com/
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    Excavator and Backhoe Bucket Carrier Dimensions

    Is there a reference website out there that has a definitive list of pin sizes and spacings for tractor backhoes and excavators? It seems like I am often in need of a different bucket or attachment yet I struggle to find the dimensions i need.
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    Komatsu Rubber Tired Backhoe--Quick Coupling

    We had a California guy come to work for us. He talked us into buying his John Deer 410 backhoe. He has a KOMATSU QUICK COUPLING on it!!! What the heck is that? Does anyone know anything about it? Does it cross over to anyone eleses buckets? My goal is to find a plate compactor for it...
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    JD 772D Moldboard Frog Repair--Careless Operators!!

    We have a JD 772D that doesn't get used very much. The operator went out today and ground down the cutting edge so half of half the bolts are gone. The moldboard doesn't have much wear and tear on it. Is there a way to just repair the frog or are we looking at a new moldboard? Thanks all.
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    Cat "C" models VS "B" Models

    Our company has four "b" model skis steers. We are looking for another skid steer. We have been very happy with our Cats. I like the idea of having some interchangeable parts and our mechanic really knows his way around the "c" models. My question is how different are the "c" models form...
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    570MXT add a Turbo??

    I have a naturally aspirated 2006 Case 570 MXT. Can I add a turbo to this machine?
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    Cat Oil Seal Cross Reference

    Anyone have a good cross reference for cat oil seals?
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    Cat 252B2 Work Tool Harness

    I have a Cat 252B2. Inside I have most of the buttons on the joystick and I also have auxiliary hydraulics just outside the cab. I do not have the "work tool electric harness" outside the cab. Is it possible or affordable to add the "work tool electric harness" to the exterior of the...
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