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    JCB 1CX Solenoid Coil

    The JCB Solenoid post by Brian Bobb inspired me to write about my recent experience with JCB solenoid coils on hydraulic valves. My ripper little 1CX recently stopped due to a blown fuse in the brake circuit. I traced the problem to a short circuit solenoid coil on the PMS (Power Management...
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    JCB 1CX - Have you used one?

    Hi Dave. Good to see your still around helping us 1CX tragics! Do you know if the slew rack and pinion can be shimmed at all to reduce play? Mine has a bit more slack than I would like but not enough to warrant replacing the rack and pinion parts.
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    JCB 1CX - Have you used one?

    Hi Mike, When I was looking for replacement dig buckets I was unable to find a match with any other machine. On my 1CX (a late model) the pin set out for the bucket is as follows... Pin Diameter (P/D) - 35mm Between Ears (D/W) - 135mm Pin Centres (C/C) - 130mm I realize you're looking for a...
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    JCB Rack and Pinion Slew

    That's awesome, thank you Jeff. I can't really tell externally but I'm pretty sure you're right with the 2nd exploded view of the kingpost. The casting/part number on the cylinders (item 8) certainly matches as 332/R5971. Not sure if that's changed from the early models. So I'm thinking I...
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    JCB Rack and Pinion Slew

    Thank you Jeff. I don't think I'll be paying for a new rack and pinion so I'll just have to put up with the play. The oil leak is coming from the bottom swivel/pivot point. Is part 19 listed as a seal? If so would you have the part number? Likewise with item 15 or 20 - it's not leaking...
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    JCB Rack and Pinion Slew

    I was wondering if one of our JCB experts could tell me if the JCB Rack and Pinion slew system has any adjustment for wear or backlash by shimming or otherwise. I have a late model 1CX (208S) but the slew system is similar to the earlier 3CX machines. I have the full workshop manual and owners...
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    JCB 1CX - Have you used one?

    Mine is a 2011 (sold new in 2012) and has the servo/pilot controls same as the new ones at CEA. I too have read that you can operate them with the seat at 45 degrees but that doesn't work on my machine. The seat has to be fully forward or fully rearward. You can override the controls and...
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    JCB 1CX - Have you used one?

    Hello Terry, Yes, at 195cm you will find the 1CX pretty cramped for leg room compared to a full sized hoe. You could head down to CEA at 103 Axis Place, Larapinta and sit in a new one. They always have one or two out in the yard and the new tracked model is worth a curious look too...
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    JCB 1CX - Have you used one?

    Keep us posted about how the move goes and also about what you find when you tear into the engine. That's if you end up buying it of course. And talk to AusDave if it is the Peugeot engine. It might have had a timing belt failure and he knows all about what's likely to be involved. Chris.
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    JCB 1CX - Have you used one?

    Just found some info for earlier machines (up to serial number 751011) 1. Chock the wheels. 2. Remove the floor plates to access the hydrostatic pumps. 3. On either side of the pumps there are two relief valves (internal hex, 4 in total). Loosen each valve by no more than 4 turns. 4. Then you...
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    JCB 1CX - Have you used one?

    Hello Jayrowe, According to the owners manual, you can tow (drag) a disabled machine up to 20m (65ft) at no more than 1kph (0.6mph). I say drag because the brakes will be locked on. To do it properly is a bit of job and it might be easier to get a crane to lift it onto the trailer. The...
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    MF60 BH-CM Pins and Bushing for BH bucket

    Just remember, the round hollow bar is rough (mill scale) on both the inside and outside so it definitely needs machining. Allow a fair bit on the ID to clean it up to your required 45mm because the hole won't even be round. However, it does save a lot of time and material compared to using...
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    MF60 BH-CM Pins and Bushing for BH bucket

    I used to own an MF50HX. I'm pretty sure the pins were metric (either 40 or 45mm). Your measurement works out to 44.84mm so I'm guessing you should be looking at 45mm pins. If you can get the right material, you don't need to machine the pins. In Australia, I would ask for 45mm "Ground Round...
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    perkins down

    I know you said you got it to fire by moving the timing but I just thought I'd mention this fuel bleeding tip... On my A4-248 with the rotary style injector pump, if it got any air in the fuel system, it would refuse to start unless I loosened two of the high pressure pipes at the injectors...
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    Grading With A Backhoe?

    To get some sideways angle on the loader bucket, fill the dig bucket with dirt and then swing it to one side. It's not necessary to have it out so far as to hit things, just a little. The flex in the tyres (tires) will be enough to put angle on the loader. Handy for putting a crown on a...
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    MF50HX Front Hub Dismantling Carraro 710LP

    Hi Keith, Looks like you're getting into it now (and you're way beyond my skill level). Just curious, shouldn't that area be filled with oil? It looks awful dry like there's been no oil in there for a long time. Anyway, good luck with it and keep us all posted on progress. Chris.
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    massey ferguson mf50 backhoe

    Hello Keith, Unfortunately, I sold my 50HX back in November and all the manuals went with it. I assume you have a 4WD model. To remove those three screws, I would apply heat. If you've rounded out the hex then weld a piece of steel on to the bolt head - the heat will help break away the...
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    MF 50HX with water in transmission

    I would try the simple things first before splitting the cases. Is the dipstick a good snug fit in the top of the transmission? Also, where the filler neck goes in, is there no leakage there? At one time, I got a lot of water in the hydraulic tank of my 50HX. It turned out to be getting in...
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    JCB 212 hydraulic hose???

    Not sure if it's much help but... I have a newer model JCB and yes, all the hose fittings are BSPP with a 30° inverted cone (like you describe). Like yours, most of the hoses are 3/8". They all have the O-ring on the cone as standard but that type if fitting is almost impossible to find here...
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    JCB 1CX chain case oil (and water)

    Thanks Dave and Jeff for your suggestions. Today I hooked up my air hose adapter to the left side fill/level hole. I discovered air leaking from a couple of places. Firstly, the where the drive motor bolts on there is a thick doubler plate. This plate includes the four mounting holes for...
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