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    case 1845c cold starting

    Does the machine simply click? The older 1845c's had some cold starting problems due to a wiring problem (wiring too small). There is a service bulletin related to this. There is a guy on Ebay that sells a booster solenoid with wiring instructions and a copy of the service bulletin. If you...
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    Case 435 Skid Steer

    Boom Controls Stuck Well, this monster worked it way out and the problem is happening every time safety locks are actuated. Pushing the parking brake button several times will sometimes free the controls. I can hear a faint click when the controls release. I bought a repair manual, but it...
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    Case 435 Skid Steer

    Sounds like I need to bite the bullet and start looking for service manuals. I now have 2 Case machines with intermittent problems. :Banghead I bought this 435 to supplement a Case 1845C that has starting problems. I really liked the 2 speed option and the price on the 435 machine. The...
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    Case 435 Skid Steer

    I bought a 2006 Case 435 skid steer (series 1) last year with 300 hours. Last winter, when loading hay on cold days, the boom would get stuck after the parking brake was applied. The machine would move, but the boom controls were still locked. It would eventually free itself after actuating...
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    2005 Deere 320 Engine Problems

    ORrrrrr.... buy a machine that has already had the engine replaced. That is what I did. 2005 machine, 976 hours, engine replaced at 770 hours, $13,500 and comes with deere bucket and deere pallet forks, quick tach, and worn out tires. My fate has been sealed, unless I try to trade for the...
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    2005 Deere 320 Engine Problems

    I just ran across another 2005 320 that was advertised for sale as "factory installed engine with 100 hours due to factory recall" and the machine has 900 hours. Now I know of two possible 320 machines that I am willing to buy.
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    2005 Deere 320 Engine Problems

    Anyone know anything about Deere 320 engine problems in 2005? I have not been able to find any information, but recently found something that bothers me. I was looking at a machine with 900 hours and the guy said the engine was replaced @ 770 hours under warranty. It sounded fishy, buy my...
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    Deere 325 sitting up... buying advice

    It seems there are loyal people to every brand. I am trying to talk myself out of this JD machine... if it is still there when I sell a tractor, I might be in trouble. I don't think I will like foot controls, but willing to give them a chance. I am hoping in 4-5 years some used units with...
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    Deere 325 sitting up... buying advice

    I am looking at a 2005 JD 325 skid steer with 90 hours. I believe the hours to be correct from the (lack of) wear on the machine. The paint is faded on the front side that has been facing the sun. It has been sitting at a dealer lot for 14 months. Does a machine sitting up normally lead to...
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    case 60 xt

    NO comparison??? Does that mean the 1845c is a better machine or the 40xt? No comparison in power or smooth or ???
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    1845c oil question

    Resurrection of this thread for me. My dealer said 15w-40 was ok, but that is all they stock. The guy did not instill confidence and I never see yellow equipment at their place... only tractors. They did have the additive for $20/quart and SAE 10W-30 is not exactly free. Yikes... I need to...
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    Dresser TD-7H: Lovin' It

    still looking for manual I was so quick to order that manual, that when I got my confirmation and looked again, I realized it was for a TD-7H torque converter.:Pointhead BTW, thanks FWD. I might need to add a little hydraulic fluid when I start back. Might be a while with all this rain...
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    Dresser TD-7H: Lovin' It

    There is not doubt that a 1998 Dresser TD-7H has a serious identity crisis when searching for items. As best as I can tell, this 1998 machine is an "International Komatsu Dresser" although I just found my first connect with any literature for a TD-7H @ Big Dogs Manuals, which is a 2000 Dressta...
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    Dresser TD-7H: Lovin' It

    Many thanks to those that answered my questions at the end of the summer. I bit the bullet and picked up my first dozer to use around the farm. I have been nothing but pleased so far. However, I still don't know much about the fluids on this machine and have been unable to secure a Operator's...
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    Deere 450 vs Dresser TD7

    Here goes nothing... I always wonder how Dodge/Chrysler stays in business... obviously somebody has to buy the stuff. I guess some people have same opinion about CAT and Deere equipment being the only brands to buy such as Ford and Chevy. I took the plunge for $21k got a very clean TD7H...
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