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    Can I lift the bucket on my 977l with the hook on the orops

    1976 977l with general purpose bucket and my starter is spinning but not engaging or disengaging. I have limited resources and I am wondering if I can raise the bucket by using a chain hoist anchored to the loop on top of the canopy. The starter is barely touching the flywheel , it has...
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    977l right pedal doesn't hold in reverse

    I found the triangle cover. I had to take off a side cover to get to it. It was up under the fuel tank. It adjusted up. Thanks for the guidance.
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    977l right pedal doesn't hold in reverse

    Thanks for your help. I have a manual but it was showing how to adjust a 11k serial number and mine is a 14k. I will try to find the band adjuster tomorrow..
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    977l right pedal doesn't hold in reverse

    Is this the brake or is it on the inside of the wheel?
  5. J

    977l right pedal doesn't hold in reverse

    Thank you. I will pull the cover off and look.
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    977l right pedal doesn't hold in reverse

    Greener than a algae covered frog. My Cat 977l is getting to where it is difficult to keep the right track stopped when backing up. Is this a steering clutch or a brake issue. I checked the linkage and is adjusted as short as possible. Does that mean I need brake work? Thanks.
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