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Recent content by Toddgarage

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    Takeuchi TL12 No Hydraulics (anywhere) after travel motor rebuild.

    All of us have been here before. You make a repair to one system and something else fails. I’ve worked on the TL130 , 140 TL8, 10. All very similar machines. Options: Bleeding air from the system. I’ve had other technicians explain the pilot controls as low pressure brake lines. If there is a...
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    Dual shield rookie

    Something very crusty and rusty got to the yard this weekend. Guess it’s time to try this outer-shield or dual shield welding process. It might be a few weeks. But I’ll try to remember to reply here with an update
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    Dual shield rookie

    It’s multiple passes without a question. But I’ve watched a guy just fry a puddle and roast the nozzle right off trying. Honestly, it will do a nice job on 1/4” thick steel. Very impressive with the green machine. Not as fancy as a new Miller or Lincoln, but works for general fabrication and...
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    Dual shield rookie

    That machine is surprisingly strong. It won’t single pass 3/4, but it gets close… Good info gentlemen. I’ll get someone in my shopping cart and give it a try.
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    Dual shield rookie

    There is a long list of dirty fabrication and repairs to make as well. I wanted to try the process out and see if there is any gains in production. Do you find that dual shield can be an all position operation? I know that chasing the flux puddle can sometimes be a challenge… Thanks for the...
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    Dual shield rookie

    Starting to thaw out a bit and it’s time to fabricate for the upcoming year. I want to learn dual shield but need a little advice. Machine: Forney 270 mig Gas bottle options: 100%co2, 75%Ar/25%co2 or 100%Ar. My local welding supply shop said dual shield is best for heavy industry and he doesn’t...
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    ASV RC100 Water in hydraulic fluid

    The Parker hydraulic store by me rents a filter cart that polishes or fine filters oil or fuel. There are a variety of filters too; water absorption, fine micron, corse… Any adjustment screw on a pump is best left alone unless you have gauges to measure pressures. Not knowing the pump, it’s...
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    NPR no fuel to the injectors

    My daily work truck is a 1999/2000 NPR and it’s been around the block. But it doesn’t complain when the throttle is buried on the floor (what’s left of the floor). The Aisin Auto trans is built proof. Keep it happy with clean fluid. #1 look at the ground wire off the battery to the frame. These...
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    Work boots

    Like his thoughtful reviews and destructive manner to decide how it’s made from sole to lace. I found the break in to be as expected for thick leather boots. The biggest issue for me was the limited flex near the steel toe. However, they are amazing on ladders, no flex and very comfortable.
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    Work boots

    JK boots Superduty S. My knees, lower back and feet are much happier!!! Super happy. 20+ years in steel toe boots, these are the best so far. The sizing situation… it’s weird, but it works. Everything from metal fab/welding, truck repair, mud, equipment operating and lunch. Took me a year to...
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    Bobcat 763 acts like it runs out of fuel

    Had a Deere 17G that was transported to us by an independent guy. For a year the machine would run, but bog down under load. The fuel valve on the water separator was in the off position. Either the transport company had a policy to turn off the fuel valve, or the previous mechanic turned it off...
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    ASV RC100 Water in hydraulic fluid

    When testing hydraulic pressures, I think a lot can be learned from a cold and hot test. A machine might be okay cold but once the fluid reaches operating temps, things change. Did you have the lag before fluid changing? Do you trapped air in the pilot lines? **** suction line **** Check the...
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    NPR no fuel to the injectors

    In the video you’ll see the cable move just before starting.
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    NPR no fuel to the injectors

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    NPR no fuel to the injectors

    I hear you, been working on these trucks for many years. From the late 90’s trucks to the DEF trucks today. My guess is that you have the 4.8 4HE1 turbo. My suggestions. 1) check the feed and return lines from tank. Correct suction line routing from tank, to water separator, mechanical lift...
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