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:
    2
    Messages:
    2
    Latest: How to "Post a Thread" to get your questions answered (hopefully). digger242j, Mar 25, 2019

  2. General Industry Questions

    Post general questions/comments regarding the heavy equipment industry here
    Discussions:
    5,278
    Messages:
    62,297
    Latest: Has anyone bought any CS Unitec tools? DMiller, Jun 17, 2019 at 7:26 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:
    10
    Messages:
    217
    Latest: Thanks to all who secured our freedom laycobeau, Jun 7, 2019

  5. Heavy Equipment

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

  6. Earthmoving Equipment

    1. Dozers

      Discussions:
      7,033
      Messages:
      84,066
      Latest: What is a GM Euclid C-6 worth? Former Wrench, Jun 17, 2019 at 6:12 PM

    2. Excavators

      Discussions:
      9,524
      Messages:
      89,483
      Latest: Cat 320C display monitor John Hart, Jun 17, 2019 at 10:04 PM

    3. Motor Graders

      Discussions:
      1,516
      Messages:
      19,159
      Latest: Smallest grader that still does decent work rsherril, Jun 17, 2019 at 8:07 PM

    4. Scrapers

      Post information/photos about scrapers here
      Discussions:
      636
      Messages:
      11,348
      Latest: S7 euclid DoyleX, Jun 8, 2019

    5. Tractor/Loader/Backhoes

      Discussions:
      7,904
      Messages:
      77,152
      Latest: 580B Feels like something grabbing and binding, Brakes? swampman, Jun 17, 2019 at 10:06 PM

    6. Track Loaders

      Discussions:
      2,137
      Messages:
      26,470
      Latest: 287b xps how to connect and use aux attachment fittings Nige, Jun 17, 2019 at 6:21 PM

    7. Wheel Loaders

      Discussions:
      2,856
      Messages:
      21,989
      Latest: Komatsu WA700 park John C., Jun 17, 2019 at 3:34 PM

    8. Other Earthmoving Equipment

      Discussions:
      890
      Messages:
      9,499
      Latest: Ingersoll-Rand SD100F Engine Issue - Under Powered 631G, Jun 16, 2019 at 8:19 PM

  7. Construction/Demolition Equipment

    Machinery typically used in building construction/demolition

    1. Tool Carriers

      Discussions:
      39
      Messages:
      398
      Latest: IT28F need to remove the tool lock cylinder. Phil P, May 24, 2019

    2. Forklifts/Telehandlers

      Discussions:
      1,198
      Messages:
      7,124
      Latest: Flushing hydraulic system greg9504, Jun 17, 2019 at 12:18 PM

    3. Cranes

      Discussion of cranes and their accessories here
      Discussions:
      1,204
      Messages:
      17,373
      Latest: Just some work pics DMiller, Jun 17, 2019 at 7:55 PM

    4. Demolition

      Post demolition related questions here
      Discussions:
      310
      Messages:
      4,635
      Latest: nitrogen pressure in breaker AzIron, Apr 29, 2019

    5. Construction Equipment Attachments

      Discussions:
      216
      Messages:
      1,739
      Latest: CAT dozer blade attachment wiring help, please RRBuilder, Jun 2, 2019

    6. Other Construction/Demolition Equipment

      Discussions:
      677
      Messages:
      7,534
      Latest: Genie S65 4WD drive issue Betamike, Jun 16, 2019 at 10:04 PM

  8. Compact Equipment

    1. Compact Excavators

      Discussions:
      1,934
      Messages:
      18,079
      Latest: John Deere 35D - Looking for Operator and Service manuals doumbodie, Jun 17, 2019 at 2:12 AM

    2. Compact Wheel Loaders

      Discussions:
      120
      Messages:
      955
      Latest: 2007 volvo L35b pro electrical issues polarisbryan, Jun 17, 2019 at 5:57 PM

    3. Skid Steers

      Discussions:
      5,803
      Messages:
      51,444
      Latest: Bobcat 773G head cracked or blown gasket andyjax, Jun 17, 2019 at 10:11 PM

    4. Compact Track/Multi Terrain Loaders

      Discussions:
      710
      Messages:
      6,832
      Latest: 239D cooling issue jrtraderny, Jun 17, 2019 at 10:10 PM

    5. Mini Skid Steers

      Discussions:
      110
      Messages:
      744
      Latest: Ford-New Holland L553 boom and bucket doesn't work Diesel Red, Jun 16, 2019 at 2:56 AM

    6. Other Compact Equipment

      Discussions:
      165
      Messages:
      975
      Latest: Davis/Case 40 + 4 Std Trencher Metalman 55, May 30, 2019

    7. Compact Equipment Attachments

      Discussions:
      299
      Messages:
      2,772
      Latest: Okada TOP 45B KSSS, Jun 7, 2019

  9. Paving Equipment

    1. Pavers

      Discussions:
      122
      Messages:
      937
      Latest: Volvo paver parking brakes not holding Ben Witter, Jun 13, 2019 at 10:40 PM

    2. Rollers

      Discussions:
      234
      Messages:
      1,134
      Latest: Todays pick up doublewide, Jun 16, 2019 at 10:53 AM

    3. Mills

      Discussions:
      127
      Messages:
      1,751
      Latest: RIP Ken Schnitger Jiujitsustudent, May 22, 2019

    4. Other Paving Equipment

      Discussions:
      43
      Messages:
      322
      Latest: Blaw Know 10 ft. paver move. LowBoy, Apr 26, 2019

  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:
      590
      Latest: Trimble Site vision jaclo, Apr 10, 2019

    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:
      423
      Messages:
      4,614
      Latest: Odd Jobs around the 'hood? aighead, Jun 17, 2019 at 3:45 PM

    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:
      344
      Messages:
      4,728
      Latest: June 2014 Update on Brian Fitzpatricks's battle against Kiewit John C., Jun 2, 2019

    4. Personnel

      Discussions:
      301
      Messages:
      3,102
      Sub-Forums: 2

      Personnel

      Sub-Forums

      1. Employers Seeking Employees

      2. Potential Employees Seeking Work

      Latest: Finding qualified help funwithfuel, Jun 9, 2019

    5. Shop Talk

      Post shop tips, unique repairs, shop projects here. Please post machine specific repairs in the corresponding machine forum.
      Discussions:
      1,818
      Messages:
      32,021
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Shop Talk

      Sub-Forums

      1. Tools of the Trade

      Latest: GL-5 in place of GL-4 in final drive Nige, Jun 17, 2019 at 6:37 PM

    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:
      71
      Messages:
      498
      Latest: NW Meet and Greet, June 8th old-iron-habit, May 20, 2019

  12. Forestry

    1. Forestry Operations

      Discussions:
      217
      Messages:
      3,347
      Latest: A day in the woods video series Hallback, May 27, 2019

    2. Forestry Equipment

      Discussions:
      850
      Messages:
      37,058
      Latest: Does anyone recognize this master cylinder control for a Gearmatic 19 walkerv, Jun 17, 2019 at 9:08 PM

  13. Agricultural

    1. Agricultural Operations

      Discussions:
      82
      Messages:
      1,323
      Latest: Hey! ND guys.... Bumpsteer, Jun 17, 2019 at 4:49 AM

    2. Agricultural Equipment

      Discussions:
      404
      Messages:
      3,860
      Latest: John Deere 3140/2940 Hi-Low GregsHD, Jun 15, 2019 at 9:50 PM

  14. Transportation

    1. Trucks

      Discussions:
      3,183
      Messages:
      40,772
      Latest: Commercial suspension lift? DMiller, Jun 17, 2019 at 5:37 PM

    2. Trailers

      Discussions:
      576
      Messages:
      8,247
      Latest: tri axle fixed neck trailer manufacturers td25c, Jun 17, 2019 at 12:53 PM

    3. Equipment Moving Questions

      Discussions:
      250
      Messages:
      4,209
      Latest: Any Hemi owners here??? WaterDoc, May 26, 2019

    4. Showtime!

      Post your truck/trailer pictures here
      Discussions:
      753
      Messages:
      21,871
      Latest: A few projects I have done recently CM1995, Jun 15, 2019 at 3:50 AM

  15. Lubrication

    Discussion of equipment lubricants.
    Discussions:
    278
    Messages:
    3,359
    Latest: sinopec oil Rob Rodriguez, Jun 4, 2019

  16. Forum Support and Announcements

    Post your website questions here, view website announcements

    1. Support

      Post website difficulties and/or suggestions here
      Discussions:
      314
      Messages:
      3,023
      Latest: Robot Question td25c, Apr 25, 2019

    2. Announcements

      Discussions:
      123
      Messages:
      949
      Latest: Happy Father's Day td25c, Jun 17, 2019 at 12:46 AM

    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:
      7,077
      Latest: Case w24b loader john hofer, Mar 10, 2019

    5. New Member Introductions

      Introduce yourself here, tell us your experiences and interests
      Discussions:
      1,068
      Messages:
      6,722
      Latest: New to Heavy Equipment Forums Doug_P, Jun 14, 2019 at 10:50 PM

    6. Geek Patrol

      Post computer issues or tips here
      Discussions:
      91
      Messages:
      991
      Latest: Clearing history fast_st, Jun 16, 2019 at 8:13 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:
      2,115
      Messages:
      3,256
      Latest: Ford L8000 Grill TEC, May 16, 2019

  17. Old Iron!

    Swap tales and photos of antique machinery and trucks here
    Discussions:
    857
    Messages:
    13,486
    Latest: Memories for us old truckers DMiller, Jun 14, 2019 at 12:39 PM

  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