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    Help needed with Takeuchi Coolant Level Sensor Circuit (TB175).

    Takeuchi TB175 Oil/ Coolant alarm is stuck on at start. Occasionally while operating there will be a click behind the seat and it will turn off. Does the coolant level detector make it clicking noise? Or is this a stuck relay? I have confirmed the oil level sensor is functioning. (Continuity...
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    Is the Cat 248 (non B) high flow only?

    Unlike the 248b I do not see a high flow toggle switch on the 248 or any mention of standard vs high flow. Is the 248 always running high pressure/ high flow to the auxillary circuits? Or is it standard flow unless unless it senses a high flow attachment at the auxiliary electrical connection...
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    Cat Serial number info request?

    I'm wondering if anyone with access to the system can look up the serial number for a cat 248: CAT00248C6Lz01786 Thanks everyone! Ed
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    226d how to tell if high flow?

    I'm looking at a 226d today and the seller is trying to tell me it's a high flow machine but it only has the three couplers that I see on the standard machines. Is there any way to tell? It does not say high flow of the side badging.
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    Joystick pilot vs electric control delay consideration when buying?

    Buying a new skid steer right now for snow clearing where fine movements are the norm. Getting as close as possible with attachments to things. I tried a used bobcat with electric joysticks and my god it was aweful. Probably a full half second delay between input and action. Was driving me...
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    What kind of snow blower do I need for this?

    I have a driveway that's 120x18ft. I get a lot of snow. 8ft overnight, 20 feet in a day sometimes. There is downhill off the main road so ice/ traction is a problem. The plow company is pulling out due to lack of staff. Frankly I have to move a lot on my own anyway with a push blower as it...
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    How to check fusible link (pic)?

    My TB175 has no power to the console and a block of the blade fuses. Checking the fusible links was sugesed but I'm unsure how. Do they pull out of the rubber sleeve? Do I unbolt them? I don't want to break anything. Thanks everyone!
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    Temp sensor trouble shooting on Takeuchi TB175?

    My TB175 is no longer showing a temperature reading. I'm having trouble determining which sensor is the temp sensor for the console. I see three potential sensors on the engine but am having difficulty determining which is which from both the Tak and yanmar manuals. There is one sensor in the...
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    Anyone have a TB175 Service Manual?

    Looking for the service manual for the TB175. If anyone has one they can email or knows a download site plz let me know. Thanks everyone!
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    Takeuchi fuel line size?

    Looking for the rubber fuel line diameter for a Takeuchi TB175. My lines wore almost through in over 4 places per hose just from vibration in their holding points on the frame. I'm wondering if the steel wrapped hoses hold up any better and if they are 5/16 or 3/4 or? Any info appreciated.
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    Do I need to bleed joystick after hose replacement?

    I have a Takeuchi TB175 that a rat chewed three 3 of the low pressure pilot control hoses to. The one from the boom swing foot pedal to the "brain." One from the pattern changer to joystick. One from track controls to joystick. All functions seem to work except the foot pedal that swings the...
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    TL240 how to use quick couplers?

    Takeuchi TL240 or Mustang MTL25. I have a 4:1 and every time I try to attach the flat face quick dissconnect fittings they won't go on or only one will go on because of the pressure. Normally I just pop them right off. I'm thinking there must be some sequins with either the controls or how they...
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    Is it normal for a Takeuchi to creep slowly on a steep hill?

    I just got a TL240 and on steep inclines the machine inches slowly downhill with the no levers being moved. It will stop if I lift the safety bar or apply back pressure with reverse. MyTB175 does not do this. Should the hydrostatic pressure hold the machine fast or is this normal? Wondering if...
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    What final drive oil?

    I haven't found much clear information on this: My Takeuchi excavators and track loaders call for 90w gear oil in the travel motors. Yet no one seems to carry that. 80w-90 is commonly available here however. Yet the auto parts store guys said if it calls for straight 90w then I shouldn't use a...
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    Engine surging at idle in TL140

    I'm looking at a 2011 MTL320 (same as TL240). 2k hours. At low RPM the engine pulsates or surges. At medium RPM it's less noticeable. At full throttle it seems sooth. I opened the air filter and it was packed with dirt. Looking at the dates on the filters I'd say no service except...
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    Shorting minimum auger flow OK?

    I have a TB175 with aux flow rated at 18 gallons per minute. It has a medium Wain Roy coupler which is typically found on backhoes. I want to buy an auger from my rental yard but all the augurs set up on the medium couplers have minimum flows of 20 gallons per minute. They say that's what they...
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    Blowby or not Blowby

    I took the filler cap off a 80hp Yanmar at low idle and could feel very strong puff/puff/puff against my hand. When I covered the hole with my hand there was not pressure though. In fact it seemed to be sucking on my hand gently. No gas forces past my palm. But if I lift the hand up the puffs...
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    How do I tap new dust seals in?

    I'm trying to replace some dust seals on my bucket linkage pin and I just mangled the crap out of one trying to get it in. I can work around and get 80% of it engaged in the bore but the last little bit hangs over and wont go in. Is there a trick to this?
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    Takeuchi oil/coolant sensor shut down trouble shooting?

    Hi Guys. My TB175 had an issue where it would shut down 5 sec after start due to the coolant/oil sensor light staying on. The dealer replaced the coolant sensor, no change. Then replaced the relay, problem stoped. Then a month later it does it again. I open the back and find the mechanic had...
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    Does this pin need to be replaced?

    I took the bucket pin/ bushings out because it wasn't taking grease and found the pin dry and pitted. It's worn but not sloppy. Will the pitting damage the bushings if I keep using it? The bushings "look" pretty good but I can slide them in and out of the stick with my fingers if it's very...
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