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    Swapping blades on D7F- what fits?

    I have had both machines and was able to swap the blades out no problem. D7f to d7g. The d7e's had a different eye on the end of the lift cylinders. But that could be changed over on the blade mount. As far as the width I believe they were all the same. Also, I just may have a really nice twin...
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    Need help finding a rare yoke for my old Ford dump truck

    Yep I will post pictures and better information soon.
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    Need help finding a rare yoke for my old Ford dump truck

    Can anyone help me find a yoke for my old Ford dump truck? It seems to be an odd one. All my parts suppliers have come up empty-handed. Ford yoke part # C1TT 4351 B. Thank you very much
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    2006 700j John Deere false temperature reading issue

    Thank you again for the help. Have a sensor coming for tomorrow
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    2006 700j John Deere false temperature reading issue

    Serial number is T 0700jx 111276
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    2006 700j John Deere false temperature reading issue

    700J false coolant over temp. 700J stop light on, the check service code light off and coolant engine temp guage at maximum, but the actual temp of the block on the right side below the head is at 160 F. The top of the radiator is cool to touch, and the radiator cap can be opened without fear...
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    Who makes a good quality cover?

    Looking to put one on my 700 J. Thank you
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    How many cans of refrigerant should it take to recharge air conditioning on a 700 John deere?

    We put in two of the smaller cans and it didn't do anything. Does anyone have any experience with this machine charging the system? Thank you
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    In Search of a Cat Track Dozer - D6 or D7 (1970s/80s). Non-Runners Welcome!

    I may have just what you're looking for
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    Can someone help me locate the blade pivot ball and trunions for my 1989 550G?

    Thank you very much
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    Can someone help me locate the blade pivot ball and trunions for my 1989 550G?

    I seem to be having trouble locating these parts through all my conventional methods. Would anyone have any idea where I could get these and pricing? I need the weld in ball, trunnion cap and the weld on receiver piece for the blade. Any help would be appreciated thank you
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    John Deere 700J service manual Download

    Thank you very much. I'm not very good with computers
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    John Deere 700J service manual Download

    Thank you everyone. By chance do you have a link to the John Deere bookstore?
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    John Deere 700J service manual Download

    Is there a way I can download the service manual for this machine? Would anyone have a link for that? Thank you
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    John Deere 700j hourly rate

    No doubt. There's a few ways of looking at it. I'm thinking for my region in upper Michigan and the amount of work we have for it. I'm going to try to shoot for about 150 per hr. Maybe 165. Thanks for everyone's input. I'm always interested in hearing more
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