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    2004 Cat420D IT ride control just stopped working. How to trouble shoot???

    thr last 8 digits of the serial # are BLN08425
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    2004 Cat420D IT ride control just stopped working. How to trouble shoot???

    Hey all, Any 420D experts around? my ride control just stopped working today, the light is on at the switch but the green light on the dash will not come on and the ride control is not working......what are some things I can check? Please try and be as simple as possible as myself and...
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    Brakes changing CAT 416E

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    How the heck do you keep it level??

    Hey, Here is my problem, I am new to the backhoe world. I started last year snow clearing, had a great year....now I am after picking up a few small hobbles around the town I am from. I have to say I find spreading topsoil and class A stone such a pain in the ass!!! I am never satisfied with...
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    Pointers on a backhoe job please!

    Is there any reading I can do to learn some good techniques?
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    Pointers on a backhoe job please!

    Hey, Thanks fellas, yes I know clearing has taught me nothing in regards to the hoe. I have been practicing though on my own in the pit. I can put it where I want it no problem. I am more concerned with how deep I should go, and if there is any tricks to keeping the grounds level. I have a...
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    Pointers on a backhoe job please!

    Hey guys/gals So I am really new with my backhoe, I just completed my first season of snow clearing. No issues, Thank god. I am building a new garage and was going to get started now that the snow is gone. I need to excavate a spot to pour a concrete slab. Is there any tricks you guys...
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    Cat 420D needs brakes getting weak, anyone have a how to on this issue?

    Thanks guys, appreciate the help. I had it looked at by an older man (wiser)he seems to think they are fine, for now. I am gonna keep a close eye on it til warmer temps....I am also gonna do a lot of going over the procedure before attempting...it'll probably be a huge pain to do but I am gonna...
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    Cat 420D needs brakes getting weak, anyone have a how to on this issue?

    Simple for you maybe...I am not afraid to say that tearing the axl off my backhoe is above my head. How long do one usually get out of these brakes?when has everyone swapped out there first set round abouts?
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    Cat 420D needs brakes getting weak, anyone have a how to on this issue?

    I used the recommended gear oil from Cat with the additive they gave me...can't remember what it is. But the guy was pretty adamant about adding the additive......so your telling me I need to remove the rear axle of my backhoe to replace the brakes???? That's just awesome! I have little...
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    Cat 420D needs brakes getting weak, anyone have a how to on this issue?

    Hey, I guess it feels like I have to push harder on the pedal....I just changed out the rear diff oil 2 weeks ago, it was dark and had a light skim of sludge on the drain plug. It's a 2004 with 4000 hrs. I have read as much as I could find on the problem with the brakes on this thing, and I...
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    Cat 420D needs brakes getting weak, anyone have a how to on this issue?

    Hey guys looking to change out the brakes on my 420D, they seem to be getting a little weak and would rather get on it now before its to late. Is this a big job? Anyone have a hopw to on this? Thanks king
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    Is there anyone who could help me with this issue? Involves a CAT420D IT

    Hey, K so I got my Batteries load tested and they were showing fine, I am however going to replace them. I also got my Alternator checked he said it was fine however he literally had the tester on the alt for 3 seconds never wanted me to add a draw on the system or anything. So I am still not...
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    Is there anyone who could help me with this issue? Involves a CAT420D IT

    O.K. here is the situation and I'll run it as it happened to me. While out plowing snow yesterday, I noticed that my batt voltage was showing lower then normal,(about 13 and steady and not increasing with apllication of throttle) I've after been using the hoe for about 4 hours at this point...
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    Cat 420D advice

    Hey, I have recently purchased a used Cat 420D It, I have had this dream for a while and I decided now or never. So the machine is in pretty good shape. It has 3500 hrs with as of now no known issues. The reason for this post is I want to know what I should be doing to keep it from getting...
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    what's the problem with my steering? (Cat420D IT)

    That's a lot of help surfer joe, I greatly appreciate it, I am gonna do all the oils this weekend. The brakes do sometimes squeak when applied but they seem to work fine. I hope these are still in good shape. This weekend will tell.
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    what's the problem with my steering? (Cat420D IT)

    Thanks very much, I guess that was a dumb question...as you can probably tell I am very new to heavy equipment. I just bought this one in September, it was always a dream of mine to own a backhoe so I took the plunge....going to do a main,front and rear diff. Final drive oil change soon. Anyone...
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    what's the problem with my steering? (Cat420D IT)

    Just to be clear, while driving straight I look down and the ball is at the 12 o'clock position, while driving on a road it requires a little left and right adjustment to keep her straight but I feel its due to road and bumps. But after working on a parking lot and driving back on the same road...
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    what's the problem with my steering? (Cat420D IT)

    I have a 2004 Cat420D IT with 4100 hrs on it, while out snow clearing yesterday I've noticed that my steering wheel knob is not in a set position for going straight...I guess there is some sort of play in the steering wheel....even though while driving on a road if I turn just slightly left or...
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    Bushing replacement on Front Loader CAT420D IT

    Hey, My bushings on the front end seem a little worn and have some play, I'd like to start replacing these. How big of a job? How much are these bushings? Thanks Rampking
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