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    What to do to start a sitting dozer

    I am hoping that it being an old diesel (way before low sulfur) came into the pic that the engine will be free, assuming the oil is clean. I have seen engines that have been swamped and continued to run forever, and also seen some that we flushed all the fluids and still blew softball size...
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    What to do to start a sitting dozer

    Thanks guys! I will hopefully get started on it next weekend and let you guys know how it goes. Been curious if you could jump a 24v system with a 12v box, when the 24v boxes are few and far between. I will try to post some pics so you can see the progression.. Thanks, J
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    What to do to start a sitting dozer

    Thanks guys! All of this sounds great, now to find the time. Would it be possible to run a battery charger/jumpstarter off of a portable generator? Our charger has a 220amp jump start mode, it runs off of basic 15A 120V socket. It will be a change from my usual tractor and skidsteer tinkering.
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    What to do to start a sitting dozer

    D6C has been sitting for about 7 or 8 years and I want to get it back to daily use condition. What should I do or where should I begin? Thanks, J
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    Hoses in tight places

    Thanks guys, I will try to do some work on this in the coming weeks. This had been sitting in the woods at a friends afraid that the pins won't be so easy to remove, but I'm sure we can get it figured out. The upper pins really need to be greased, and I have a tool thats supposed to inject oil...
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    Hoses in tight places

    I guess that would be possible, kinda shudder at the thought. Its either that or pulling the cylinder I guess....
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    Hoses in tight places

    I am still playing with a buddy's 743B to do some work around my folks house, but I now have a leak I can't really reach. I need to change the hose or tighten the fitting in the lower right corner. Any suggestions as to how to get to this? Not a huge leak yet, but I'm not a huge fan...
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    753 Pressure Switch Leak

    I got a new switch I haven't had an opportunity to install it yet to be sure this was causing my light issue, but its now made by honeywell and thankfully is only about 30 bucks!
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    Bobcat Hydraulics

    I'm having a similar issue with a 743B, but I am pretty sure that the issue is because of a leak in the flexible line that runs to the upper part of the lift cylinder on the right side. I was told by bobcat they didn't have the part in stock, but I could have one made. Can someone tell me the...
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    753 Pressure Switch Leak

    Haha! I would dare to admit how many times during the past month or so I have looked into this thing. I borrowed it from a friend with the intention of fixing a couple of small things.... yeah about that. I run it for a few hours and then spend the next entire weekend repairing something else...
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    753 Pressure Switch Leak

    Sorry the first pic is kinda crap but it gives you a general idea of where the sensor is. The second pic is a little better, maybe you guys can tell me what exactly it is. I figured that I may pull it just to get a better look at it and put it back on before I run with it. Sorry the...
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    753 Pressure Switch Leak

    Yes I have replaced the hydraulic filter, and the machine is operating properly but I worry running it more than an couple of minutes with that little red light on, given my limited knowledge thus far. I can post a pic in a few for further deliberation. Where would be the best place to obtain...
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    753 Pressure Switch Leak

    Thanks! I may not be describing it accurately, but it looks like a temp or pressure sensor, but everything is working properly. I just wanted a little moral support, so I would feel comfortable putting this thing back to work.
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    753 Pressure Switch Leak

    I think I am having a similiar issue with the 743B that I am running. If I flip the cab up there is a sensor on top of the pump with two wires coming out of it. It starts squirting fluid in a fine stream as soon as the bobcat is started. I know it should be changed, but is it safe to run...
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    Bobcat 743 hydraulic problem

    I have a random issue with a 743B that I have borrowed from a friend. I told him that I would fix small problems for him. I am having an issue with the hydraulics, the light started flashing the other day so I topped off the fluid. The light went off when the engine was revved up but at idle...
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