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    Your dozer photos

    Heres my JD 750C-II I bought used in 2003.I installed the brush rake.It still is a great dozer.Cheers
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    Your dozer photos

    From a 17A to a D6k-2 in 57 years [ATTACH]154832[/ATTACH Traded my JD 750C-II for this 285 hr.dozer.I started running when I was 12 yrs old on a 17A.Wow they have come along way.I will be installing a brush rake this summer and a little better step system for this 73 yr.old.:o
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    D6K-2 farm use

    Looking for a good cheap unit to help level off dry dams.Used would be fine.Simple yes Thanks for helping:DThis is to add to my 6k.
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    New CAT D6

    Will had my D6K-2 for a wile now.In 50 hrs it has run very good.While my 750 was a great machine this one is 12 years newer and of course a big improvement.The seat no doubt is tons better.The total machine in the cab is very quiet but does let you here the hydro over the engine.Observing the...
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    New CAT D6

    Well I just bought a 2015 D6K2 LT w/cab. I am trading my JD750C II.It has been a great machine with no problems.I got the Cat w/only 250 hrs on it.I did purchase the extended power train warranty.Looking here for guys that have run one and see how they like it. This is not my first Cat dozer.
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    Refurbishing Caterpillar blade control linkages, rod ends, etc.. No slop!

    Yes I have used this method and found it to be a great way to recondition rod ends.In most cases these machines are at the end of there usable life cycle anyway. You can also drill holes out if not worn through and use bigger pins.
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    JD CLC 200 final drives

    Thanks.I don,t have it out yet but looking at the worst case.Thanks
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    JD CLC 200 final drives

    I use my unit on my farms.With only 3600 hrs on it I have a final drive leaking.I only hope I have not run it too long w/o oil. The motor is in good shape.I wonder where a good place is to find used or rebuilt final driveThanks:usa
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    Cat d5m pro and con versus cat d5g. Looking for versatile rugged productive on budget

    While I have used Cat,s on the farm most of my life I now have a JD 750C II.It has been a great machine.Easy to control.Low fuel consumption,parts are easy to get and in some cases can be purchased on line.
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    New CAT 303.5

    Just traded I just traded my 302c.5 for a new Kubota.I wanted a cab.Cat dealer took 10 days to get me a price.My 302 was a great machine.It looks to me like you got a great deal on your 303.Have a good time with it.Cheers:D
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    New Kubota 71-3s

    Just traded my Cat 302c-5 hoe w/cab for a new Kubota with cab.I had beed trying to get a price on a used Cat but by the time the Cat.salesman decided to drop by I had traded. Looking for to the cab and the Kubota.:)
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    Track Shovel Storage

    Not sure about your dozer but I have slipped the spade end through a handle and then held handle end with a tarp strap.
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    Looking to purchase D8k

    Pay now or pay later.A machine down costs it is not paying.
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    New 8 ton excavator

    Inow have a JD 200clc which I love.I also have a cat 302c.5 which has served me well also.I did just trade it for a new Kubota KX71 3 w cab.I really like Kubota,s as have bought several with great service.I know these machines are out of the subject area but the point is they are very good...
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    82-30 Terex????

    Run Run Sounds to me like a problem from the start.Get something that you can get parts for.
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    Cat 613/615

    Rebuild
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    Michigan 110-15 what to look for?

    too hogh Get a Cat or JD.May be a little higher but parts and resale will be much better.If the 110 is in good shape 5000 would be a good price.
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    New loader , having trouble with 50 hr service

    I have gone to a premium grease so if I miss I will be covered.
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    Excavator Undercarriage Size Question

    The LT is the way to go.Makes for easier finish work,more flotation.You won,t notice any difference in turning.Cheers
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    How to dig straight trench with excavator?

    I set a site and when I move I turn 180 with my swing.Site the site.
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