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    Do You Hide Keys on Equipment?

    I responded to the "Komsatsu Keys" thread where I stated I don't like to hide keys on equipment for use of operators, mechanics or float drivers, I prefer them to have their own keys. I got to wondering if hiding keys is common practice or not. I have found some rental machines delivered with...
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    Sign of the times

    Took this today. This is what I refer to as a "phone drone". He is not watching the traffic but is totally absorbed in fingering his phone. I see this all the time these days, young men with their heads down totally absorbed by the phone, while walking, working, driving etc. I am starting to...
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    grader crossing rope bridge

    Hopefully this hasn't already been posted here before, somebody sent me this video. https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=372967746087504
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    Hydraulic ram for shop.

    Been thinking one of those hydraulic double acting, hollow rams would come in handy around the shop. Can anyone recommend a good tonnage rating and stroke for working on small to medium size heavy equipment. Use would be for installing and removing bushings, pullers etc. I know they are...
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    Tag Alders on Wet Clay, Clearing Advice

    I have a job to clear tag alders growing in clay soil which is pretty well saturated most of the year. The land is low, flat and alongside a river. The area is 5 acres and could go as high as 10. I've cleared a lot of trees and stumps before but never on wet clay. I have a 320 excavator...
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    Kiewit camp at Smoky Falls wifi blocks HEF

    Anybody know why they block this group on their camp wifi network?
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    580k 2 stick control from 4

    Looked at a 580k recently which I thought was in reasonably good condition, problem was it had 4 stick bh controls. I have gotten used to 2 and this was a deal killer for me. :( I would appreciate any info or advice on converting to 2 stick control, such as cost, parts availability and whether...
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    Best Laser Detector

    I need to replace the laser detector for my topcon rotary laser. Looking on the internet there seem to be many models from other manufacturers that claim to work with any red laser and have a variety of features above and beyond a replacement topcon unit. Anyone have any suggestions as to...
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    Diesel Particulate Filters

    Does anyone know why so many diesel engines require DPF filters today? As I understand it they filter out the unburned carbon from diesel exhausts which AFAIK does no harm to the environment except it is a waste of diesel fuel, it would just settle to the ground and enrich the soil. It is...
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    What's this for on top of my blade?

    I have some ideas what this is but I am not sure. (tow cable protector, tree/truck pusher, equipment mount). AFAIK I am the third owner of this dozer, the guy I bought it from didn't know. It is not in the way of anything and it is very well welded in place. I intend to leave it there...
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    JD544 bucket - cutting edge

    It is time to do the bucket on my JD544 loader. Which is the best cutting edge system/supplier to go with? Deere? Other?
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    Conversion to 4wd

    Has anyone converted a 2wd backhoe to 4wd? Seems to be many 2wd backhoes for sale that go cheap compared to 4wd. I am talking older machines such as jd310,410,510 c's and d's. I am thinking of replacing the front axle with one from a wrecked/burned machine. Obviously I need the front...
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    Cat truck engine parts and service

    I am considering purchasing a new to me dump truck. Several trucks that I have looked at have Cat engines. I hear that Cat is getting out of the truck engine business. Does anyone know if new parts and service will be available from Cat in a few years from now?
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    drott 50 tilt circle

    I saw an old drott 50 for sale and it has a tilt on it to level the machine I believe when the machine is digging perpendicular to the tracks (over the side). Do any excavators today offer this feature or is it not really useful?
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    Float tractor winch?

    I remember years ago every float tractor, especially with a removable neck had a big winch behind the cab for lowering the deck and raising the neck and vice versa. It was also handy for dragging on dead equipment as well. It occurs to me that i haven't seen one for a while, I know the...
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    DIY toolcarrier

    Hi, I just bought a John Deere 544 with forks, gp bucket and snow bucket. I would like to put a quick attach on this loader. Which system would you recommend? From google and reading these forums seems like there is no standard.
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