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  1. Wardiker

    Ditch Witch 5110 tranny problem

    YES, it was a worn clevis pin in the shifter linkage, The linkage was intact so it wasnt obvious, Thats why this operator was hitting it with a long handle screw driver, too get it to go that extra little bit. The pin is as thick as a crayon about 3/4" long and has a snap ring or cotter pin...
  2. Wardiker

    Ditch Witch 5110 tranny problem

    Ive got a 1994 ditch witch 5110 chain trencher. Its having problems going from engaged mode with the chain moving back to transport mode which is without the chain moving and faster traveling speed. Had a guy hit something in the trany to get it to dis engage but he wont explain what he's doing...
  3. Wardiker

    Ditch Witch 5110 chain trencher Manuals?

    Can anyone help me find manuals for a 1991 Ditch Witch 5110, with backhoe attachment. I just bought the unit and am having trouble locating service or operator manuals. Also any maintenance advise would be great. Thanks
  4. Wardiker

    2004 Cat 308 CCR- buying used one - advice?

    Im about to buy a Cat308ccr, 2004, 2400hrs, ex rental. Its replacing my Hitachi ex60, anyone have any feedback good or bad about these machines. Im located in Calgary Alberta so if any one has something comparable they may know of for sale Id be glad to hear about it.
  5. Wardiker

    Excavators on Slopes

    I deal with 10 acre parcels on slopes that need development, your on the right track with the drainage. What we do is establish the building site or sites. Then we dig out the high sides and put the dirt and gravel from the high side onto the lower side. (diamentions of the building site and a...
  6. Wardiker

    Excavator work in Alberta

    My work here in B.C. is seasonal and Im getting tired of it. I would like to move to Alberta and find full time employment with a good company. Anyone from Alberta have a good lead for me. Looking for suggestions I have already submitted many resumes on the job boards. Just thought this might be...
  7. Wardiker

    slow swing when starting with colder temps komatsu pc 95

    Yeh I got 4000hrs and it does take a little longer for my tracks to get up to full power when I move cold.
  8. Wardiker

    slow swing when starting with colder temps komatsu pc 95

    I agree with qball, its normal, my Ex60 takes about 10-15 min to warm up proper and move with proper power. I usually let the machine warm for 10 min, then cycle the hydraulics for a few min before I start, my understanding is that the hydraulic oil needs to come up to temp. When its -10c I let...
  9. Wardiker

    Hitachi EX60URG starting problem

    Thats a solid deal I paid $14,000 canadian three years ago with the same amount of hours, It paid itself off in 2 years( summer months only 4-5). I bought both manuals and have made it a priority to know the machine inside and out, grease it lots, use synthetic oil, check all fluids and above...
  10. Wardiker

    Hitachi EX60URG starting problem

    I have the same unit ex60-urg, urg stands for the offset boom. You can get a service manual from Wajex in Kamloops B.C. Canada, 250-374-5055. It costs a bit but worth the cash and they may fax you the wiring part asap. NOTE: the service manual will have a different engine than the isuzu thats in...
  11. Wardiker

    komatsu 228 fuel problem

    Yeh I had an issue like that, took off the tank, pressure washed it, dried it out with a rag on a stick, works great, but Im gonna get the inside of the tank coated in the off season, the units old and for $350 itll eliminate any rust from causing the problem again.
  12. Wardiker

    Insurance Question from Homeowner Looking Into Rental

    I know several people that have bought a used unit, worked thier land and sold it when done, got all thier money back, for a 55 acre lot it might be worth considering depending on your finances.
  13. Wardiker

    excavator durability

    Nothing on my excavator really, I try to be sure I know it inside and out and maintain it to the letter and make sure that I know every oil, grease and hydraulic level is correct, grease the hell out of it and treat the unit as a whole with great care, dont abuse it, be smooth with the controls...
  14. Wardiker

    what size excavator?

    Yeh she dont dont have the lifting power for the tanks, I do stumps and tree's, but how big are the stumps, just a lifting power thing, you should check the specs on that one if they are really big.
  15. Wardiker

    what size excavator?

    I use an Hitachi Ex60 for clearing fence lines, roads, ditching, rv and house pads, septics ( I dont unload the septic tanks with it). Works great, good on gas has a blade which is very usefull
  16. Wardiker

    Tree removal

    You are exactly right on the excavator procedure, I do it all the time, works great, sometimes if we dont want the hole thats created we do a 3/4 cut at the base, with the bucket just touching it so it doesnt fall back, then nudge it over in the direction we want, so you cut the backside from...
  17. Wardiker

    excavator simulators

    Yeh I tried one, but you really need the feedback force of a real one to get the feel and the joystick layouts as well. you need that feel of the tracks lifting off the ground when ya have a heavy load in yer bucket. I wasnt impressed but if thats all you have to try it doesnt hurt and can be...
  18. Wardiker

    Thumb

    Thats what I did, cost me $700.00 and very strong.
  19. Wardiker

    Grey Market Hitachi

    Not my experience at all, 1991 EX60, bought 2 years ago paid for its self in the 1st year, have been able to fix any problems and find parts for everything.
  20. Wardiker

    Grey Market Hitachi

    Whats it doing exactly, Ill assume you checked the water and oil levels. Refer to my thread about 2 years ago had the same problem, turned out it was a clog in the fuel line.
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