1. Thank you for visiting HeavyEquipmentForums.com! Our objective is to provide industry professionals a place to gather to exchange questions, answers and ideas. We welcome you to register using the "Register" icon at the top of the page. We'd appreciate any help you can offer in spreading the word of our new site. The more members that join, the bigger resource for all to enjoy. Thank you!

Heavy Equipment Forums

  1. Heavy Equipment Forums Rules & Posting Guidelines

    Discussions:
    1
    Messages:
    1
    Latest: Heavy Equipment Forums Rules and Posting Guidelines Steve Frazier, Aug 30, 2009

  2. General Industry Questions

    Post general questions/comments regarding the heavy equipment industry here
    Discussions:
    5,150
    Messages:
    60,328
    Latest: Daisy Chain or series connection of open center hydraulic valves Steve Bowman, Feb 16, 2019 at 9:19 PM

  3. Link Exchanges

    Links to various industry related sites
    Discussions:
    8
    Messages:
    8
    Latest: Heavy Truck Forums CM1995, Aug 11, 2013

  4. Gone But Not Forgotten

    This forum is to pay tribute to members who have been called home. In memory of "RonG"
    Discussions:
    7
    Messages:
    205
    Latest: Rest In Peace Burt nowing75, Oct 17, 2018

  5. Heavy Equipment

    Post equipment questions/comments of any nature and photos within the corresponding forum.

  6. Earthmoving Equipment

    1. Dozers

      Discussions:
      6,882
      Messages:
      82,360
      Latest: D8R trans problem? Dave Neubert, Feb 17, 2019 at 12:39 AM

    2. Excavators

      Discussions:
      9,233
      Messages:
      86,291
      Latest: Cat 320C Power Shift PRV calibration 03hdrk, Feb 17, 2019 at 4:05 AM

    3. Motor Graders

      Discussions:
      1,475
      Messages:
      18,742
      Latest: 1971 DRMCO Champion 562D Help Welder Dave, Feb 17, 2019 at 3:28 AM

    4. Scrapers

      Post information/photos about scrapers here
      Discussions:
      630
      Messages:
      11,191
      Latest: Good old Iron versus new stuff squid_wood777, Feb 16, 2019 at 5:37 AM

    5. Tractor/Loader/Backhoes

      Discussions:
      7,675
      Messages:
      74,931
      Latest: 950g cat loader warning light stays on Lewis12, Feb 17, 2019 at 1:17 AM

    6. Track Loaders

      Discussions:
      2,065
      Messages:
      25,574
      Latest: d66s trk ldr Welder Dave, Feb 16, 2019 at 7:45 PM

    7. Wheel Loaders

      Discussions:
      2,757
      Messages:
      21,022
      Latest: JD 644C / 544C / 444C steering valve rebuild JDPlowboy, Feb 16, 2019 at 9:06 PM

    8. Other Earthmoving Equipment

      Discussions:
      870
      Messages:
      9,417
      Latest: Volvo A30 s/n below 1706, Allison style tranny ECU Danelle Anderson, Feb 13, 2019 at 1:25 PM

  7. Construction/Demolition Equipment

    Machinery typically used in building construction/demolition

    1. Tool Carriers

      Discussions:
      36
      Messages:
      378
      Latest: Skytrak 5030 shuttle Mbar, Jan 17, 2019

    2. Forklifts/Telehandlers

      Discussions:
      1,162
      Messages:
      6,886
      Latest: Clark electric forklift Please Help OFF, Feb 14, 2019 at 3:38 AM

    3. Cranes

      Discussion of cranes and their accessories here
      Discussions:
      1,173
      Messages:
      16,531
      Latest: Old conventionals at work Tugger2, Feb 17, 2019 at 2:41 AM

    4. Demolition

      Post demolition related questions here
      Discussions:
      309
      Messages:
      4,617
      Latest: Camera with Remote Monitor John C., Feb 15, 2019 at 8:43 PM

    5. Construction Equipment Attachments

      Discussions:
      212
      Messages:
      1,707
      Latest: Anyone know of great HD skid grapple buckets? KSSS, Jan 23, 2019

    6. Other Construction/Demolition Equipment

      Discussions:
      658
      Messages:
      7,202
      Latest: where to keep genie controller? skata, Feb 12, 2019 at 4:30 AM

  8. Compact Equipment

    1. Compact Excavators

      Discussions:
      1,860
      Messages:
      17,418
      Latest: Replacing bucket pins/bushing Takeuchi mini suladas, Feb 17, 2019 at 3:32 AM

    2. Compact Wheel Loaders

      Discussions:
      115
      Messages:
      933
      Latest: Gehl 480 KSSS, Feb 9, 2019

    3. Skid Steers

      Discussions:
      5,663
      Messages:
      50,031
      Latest: CASE 1845c Restoration. Follow my progress! Larpy, Feb 17, 2019 at 2:35 AM

    4. Compact Track/Multi Terrain Loaders

      Discussions:
      651
      Messages:
      6,242
      Latest: A winter lesson of mud and freezing temperatures Welder Dave, Feb 17, 2019 at 3:52 AM

    5. Mini Skid Steers

      Discussions:
      103
      Messages:
      719
      Latest: Mini Skid Steer btodd230, Jan 20, 2019

    6. Other Compact Equipment

      Discussions:
      163
      Messages:
      965
      Latest: Genie GS1930 scissor lift problem Zewnten, Feb 16, 2019 at 2:09 PM

    7. Compact Equipment Attachments

      Discussions:
      292
      Messages:
      2,703
      Latest: Titan attachment / Palletforks.com ianjoub, Feb 16, 2019 at 12:13 AM

  9. Paving Equipment

    1. Pavers

      Discussions:
      121
      Messages:
      922
      Latest: Cat AP555E Ventilation system Bls repair, Jan 30, 2019

    2. Rollers

      Discussions:
      225
      Messages:
      1,066
      Latest: vibromax steering kgwfarm, Feb 16, 2019 at 5:59 PM

    3. Mills

      Discussions:
      125
      Messages:
      1,747
      Latest: Trimmers. Which to Purchase? Ashley52, Nov 22, 2018

    4. Other Paving Equipment

      Discussions:
      41
      Messages:
      316
      Latest: ADM Asphalt Plant Peter Fahey, Jun 12, 2017

  10. Construction/Excavation Technology

    Discussion of technology assisting with heavy equipment operations

    1. Lasers

      Discussions:
      97
      Messages:
      764
      Latest: iDig 2D Excavator Grade Assist TrentNz, Dec 27, 2018

    2. GPS Systems

      Discussions:
      71
      Messages:
      586
      Latest: Trimble Site vision xkv8tor, Dec 17, 2018

    3. Integrated Machine Control

      Discussions:
      33
      Messages:
      288
      Latest: 2D Machine guidance systems (2018) TrentNz, Dec 27, 2018

    4. Computer Applications and 3D Modeling

      Discussions:
      42
      Messages:
      284
      Latest: Understanding Sensor Based Ore Processing Rory Bamford, Jun 16, 2018

  11. Administrative Duties

    1. In the Office

      Post business questions here
      Discussions:
      417
      Messages:
      4,546
      Latest: Sharing information with customers rondig, Feb 8, 2019

    2. Jobsite Coordination

      Discuss jobsite issues and post job photos here
      Discussions:
      205
      Messages:
      3,198
      Latest: Utility locations DMiller, Dec 25, 2018

    3. Safety Issues

      Resolve safety concerns here
      Discussions:
      343
      Messages:
      4,607
      Latest: Teenager killed by falling excavator bucket (story) apetad, Feb 13, 2019 at 8:04 PM

    4. Personnel

      Discussions:
      301
      Messages:
      3,006
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Personnel

      Sub-Forums

      1. Employers Seeking Employees

      2. Potential Employees Seeking Work

      Latest: Truck/Equipment mechanic not sure what to do? Georgia Iron, Feb 14, 2019 at 12:44 PM

    5. Shop Talk

      Post shop tips, unique repairs, shop projects here. Please post machine specific repairs in the corresponding machine forum.
      Discussions:
      1,747
      Messages:
      30,581
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Shop Talk

      Sub-Forums

      1. Tools of the Trade

      Latest: Steel for mini ex backfill blade weld repair Georgia Iron, Feb 17, 2019 at 2:34 AM

    6. Industry Interaction

      Where industry trades may interact with members, special promotions, R & D, etc.
      Discussions:
      1
      Messages:
      4
      Latest: Werk-Brau Customer Appreciation Give-Away dirty4fun, Nov 21, 2013

    7. Financing

      Post your financing questions here. Sponsored by Capital Funding Group
      Discussions:
      70
      Messages:
      719
      Latest: Banks won’t finance older trucks JPLUMMER, Dec 31, 2018

    8. Upcoming Events

      Post Trade Show and Auction dates and locations here
      Discussions:
      68
      Messages:
      489
      Latest: 57th annual steam-o-rama motoOzarks, Sep 10, 2018

  12. Forestry

    1. Forestry Operations

      Discussions:
      215
      Messages:
      3,341
      Latest: chainsaw thread ianjoub, Jan 19, 2019

    2. Forestry Equipment

      Discussions:
      833
      Messages:
      36,624
      Latest: Loaders, Limbers and Roadbuilders. Hallback, Feb 16, 2019 at 11:40 PM

  13. Agricultural

    1. Agricultural Operations

      Discussions:
      81
      Messages:
      1,320
      Latest: Manure value RZucker, Feb 12, 2019 at 11:46 PM

    2. Agricultural Equipment

      Discussions:
      379
      Messages:
      3,807
      Latest: British Farm Life RZucker, Feb 16, 2019 at 2:53 AM

  14. Transportation

    1. Trucks

      Discussions:
      3,110
      Messages:
      39,735
      Latest: auto awd question mbavers, Feb 15, 2019 at 8:32 PM

    2. Trailers

      Discussions:
      561
      Messages:
      7,934
      Latest: Trailer rebuild/repair thread DMiller, Feb 17, 2019 at 12:21 AM

    3. Equipment Moving Questions

      Discussions:
      246
      Messages:
      4,132
      Latest: How heavy is too heavy AzIron, Feb 14, 2019 at 7:41 PM

    4. Showtime!

      Post your truck/trailer pictures here
      Discussions:
      747
      Messages:
      21,742
      Latest: Snow Removal Equipment petepilot, Feb 16, 2019 at 1:52 AM

  15. Lubrication

    Discussion of equipment lubricants.
    Discussions:
    275
    Messages:
    3,322
    Latest: Cros-contamination using fuel buckets for hydraulic fluid Labparamour, Jan 3, 2019

  16. Forum Support and Announcements

    Post your website questions here, view website announcements

    1. Support

      Post website difficulties and/or suggestions here
      Discussions:
      309
      Messages:
      2,995
      Latest: 10000 character post... DIYDAVE, Jan 27, 2019

    2. Announcements

      Discussions:
      122
      Messages:
      940
      Latest: You Tube bassetts, Jan 31, 2019

    3. Safety Competition

      Discussions:
      57
      Messages:
      729
      Latest: Health & Safety (or is that Elfin Safety?) Junkyard, Dec 9, 2016

    4. Test Forum

      Test your posting skills here
      Discussions:
      439
      Messages:
      7,076
      Latest: How to eddddit title hosspuller, Nov 10, 2018

    5. New Member Introductions

      Introduce yourself here, tell us your experiences and interests
      Discussions:
      1,050
      Messages:
      6,509
      Latest: Hello from the sunny south ! Cheero, Feb 13, 2019 at 8:53 PM

    6. Geek Patrol

      Post computer issues or tips here
      Discussions:
      90
      Messages:
      986
      Latest: Laptop issues retains to cat sis an ET HATCHEQUIP, Feb 13, 2019 at 9:42 PM

    7. Equipment For Sale/Wanted

      This Forum is for member's use only to list their personally owned used equipment for sale. No third party or Dealer listings permitted. Respond to ads via PM
      Discussions:
      2,100
      Messages:
      3,203
      Latest: FS: Midland small pull scraper $4000.00 clearprop, Feb 13, 2019 at 6:56 PM

  17. Old Iron!

    Swap tales and photos of antique machinery and trucks here
    Discussions:
    846
    Messages:
    12,432
    Latest: Memories for us old truckers Birken Vogt, Feb 17, 2019 at 1:12 AM

  18. Models and Miniatures

    The youngsters enjoy looking forward to a career playing with the real thing, while the adults look back fondly on those responsibility-free days when the toys were just toys. This section is for all those interested in heavy equipment toys and models.
    Discussions:
    342
    Messages:
    3,712
    Latest: My CATERPILLAR scale model collection Kwabbus, Nov 11, 2018