Thesteeleboy
Active Member
I'm looking at buying a 966c caterpillar wheel loader. The steering wheel turns 1/2 turn between engaging one direction or the other. The pins all appear to be in fair shape, and as far as I can tell the linkage looks ok. The Colum has been oiled and the owner put a piece of hose over a steering rod { he said } to stop it from shaking or cavitating. Is there an easy way for me to diagnose the problem prior to purchasing the loader or should I plan on a new steering box. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I am Fairly mechanical but definitely not a mechanic. Am I in over my head?