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    Best mid size Dozer with what brand /model GPS system?

    What is the best combo GPS system with mid size Dozer? Own a small sitework company & need a simple but reliable combo Dozer/GPS system. We install foundation pads, parking lots, lay down yards & some roads. Have been using Leica lasers & having surveyor set cut/fill stakes to this point. Tk you
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    Best Mid Size Dozer for Machine Control/GPS?

    What's the best brand & model for first time purchase for a mid size Dozer with Machine Control. Own a small sitework company that constructs foundation pads & parking lots. I'm ready to add a mid size Dozer with machine control, looking for advice. We use lasers now with surveyor staking...
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    Leica 320SG Laser Question, Having issues while laying pipe in Texas Heat

    I've been trying out a Leica Rugby 320SG high end laser for laying 18" C905 waterline. The unit seems to get off an inch or more after 100' or more. The salesman said may be UV rays from the white bedding rock or the 100 degree heat. Anyone ever hear of this? Very frustrating! Posted Pics...
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    953C Caterpillar Track Loader

    1999 Caterpillar 953C Track Loader. Cab air/heat 13785 hours I bought new $38,500 text or email if interested 512-213-5391
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    Pivot shaft question on 953c

    The pivot shaft seal on the back side of the reservoir is leaking on both sides, once I topped off with 40w oil. Is it a big task to replace seals or should I just fill up with high end grease? Please advise men Tk
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    963B with blowby 9000 hrs. Advise pls

    I bought a state owned 963B that has a fair amount of blowby, the machine has approx 9000. I bought the machine for a pretty discounted price, knowing it had this issue. Any suggestions on what route to take on correcting this? Or run it until to much loss of power & oil consumption? It's a 3116...
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    1995 963B serial/vin# 9BL00884. Opinions on this series loader pls

    Have a chance to buy this tractor with 7500 hours. Is this a good year/model for the 963 units? What should I expect to replace/overhaul with these hours, other than under carriage? Is this a tough/reliable motor. Thanks men, just trying to do my homework before purchase.
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    1995 953B Cat Loader question

    1995 953B vin# 9BL00884. Men I have a chance to buy this tractor, does anyone know if this was a good year for the 953s. What motor & reputation it has etc. Has 7500hrs ,rippers & a 4-1 bucket. I own a 2004 963C & a 1999 953C now. Tks
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    963B vs 963C pros vs cons please

    Have a chance to purchase a 1995 963B with 7500 hours, state onwned. I have a 2004 963C now & is a pretty good tractor. What are the positives & negatives of the B model? I keep & run my equipment forever, but maintain it very well. We do everything with our track loaders in Texas, very...
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    570B John Deere Rear Steering Positioning Sensor? Help!

    Where do I find a rear steering positioning sensor for my 1993 570B Motor Grader? John Deere says they can no longer order or produced. This controls my rear steering gauge in the cab. Have looked online with no luck. Many Thanks
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    Need help Men! 953C transmission issue

    953C Cat Trackloader Serial # 2ZN02819 13500 hours. When pushing material or cutting transmission seems to Bog down & slow down. I can go back to neutral & it regains power immediately, until pushing or cutting again. This has been a gradual problem for a year or so, but has gotten much worse...
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    Asphalt Clean Up

    Bought a nice truck, but has dried asphalt all over frame & tar on hood. How do I get this junk off, without screwing up paint? Thanks Men!
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    Asphalt Clean Up

    Just bought a John Deere 570B with 510 hours on it, state owned. It's a sharp tractor, but has some asphalt dried up on it. How do I get this off the metal frame & fiberglass hood etc. I don't want to damage paint if possible. Want to bring back to new condition. Thanks Men!
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    2000 Gal WaterTruck Auto trans or manual?

    Better to buy a WaterTruck with auto transmission or manual/standard? This will be for building pads, roads, Sitework etc. I want to make the right choice. Many Thanks for input.
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    Correct procedure to blue topping ahead of motor grader?

    Can someone explain to me how to properly set blue top stakes ahead of using a motorgrader. And at what time during the pad, paving area or road to set them? Also do I leave the material a little high or low, before setting stakes. I'm trying to improve my grades before turning over to...
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    Which Used Tandem Axle Dump Truck to buy? Help Pls

    Looking at 4 used tandem axle dumps. All under 200,000 fleet maintained/ state owned. All have Cummins M11310E 6 cyl, I believe or Cummins of some sort. Budget $25,000 approx 1999 International 2574. 1996 International 2574 1996 LT 9000 1997 Volvo WG64F Please advise or give...
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    Suggestions for a mid size grader please!

    Have a chance to purchase a low hour 1994 570B John Deere or a 2000 C 80 Champion motor grader. I have a small Sitework company in Texas & need a grader to finish pads, prep flatwork/asphalt & build/crown ranch roads. We use track loaders & skid steers to get the grade close, to this point. We...
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