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  1. Metalman 55

    D6T- GMKxxxxx Hyd code showing up

    This code came up this morning, when operating the dozer. Any idea what it may mean? Blade control solenoid perhaps? Any information would be appreciated. Code is 2234-6
  2. Metalman 55

    Case 450C Ser # GBE0001597 Track Adjuster Fit Up Issue

    On my Case 450C, a couple years back we put new seals in the track adjusters that came with this old machine that I purchased, but both the rod & the barrel was somewhat pitted & it was not holding adjustment as it should, so bought this aftermarket setup from HW Parts Store, but upon receiving...
  3. Metalman 55

    D6T Blade Control Problem

    I purchased this D6T ser # GMK xxxxx a few months back with about 9,400 hrs on it & it seems like a pretty decent machine for being an 11 yr old unit, however, especially in the warmer weather after the hyd oil heats up, the blade up function speed suddenly slows down, with the blade up power...
  4. Metalman 55

    D6C Transmission Problems

    I recently discovered some tranny issues with my D6C, 10K 6516 dozer . Just as I was wrapping up a job I noticed with I shifted from reverse to forward it started getting noticeably "soft" when the direction change occurred, but otherwise all else seemed normal as far as push power, no...
  5. Metalman 55

    580SM Hyd Tank Top Plug

    I'm doing some repair work on a battery box/hyd tank on a 580SM & going to replace some rotted plate work for a local guy who owns the machine. We came across this pipe plug at the top of the tank & seeing that Im going to replace the whole plate between the battery & tank, we were wondering...
  6. Metalman 55

    Cat 318BL Final Drive Seal Replacement

    The on final drive seal had been leaking lately on the 318, so we tore it apart today (had the new toric rings & duo-cone seals ready to to) & found the one ring had some cracks on it. I wonder if that is uncommon to have happen? Everything came apart ok luckily we had everything we needed for...
  7. Metalman 55

    Servicing Berco Rollers

    A couple of bottom rollers on my D6C 10K dozer have been weeping a bit lately as the machine has been sitting a lot just lately. Can anyone tell me if the Berco rollers can be serviced as far as checking levels/adding oil to them, as they don't have the same setup as cat with the thread in plug...
  8. Metalman 55

    318BL Stick Cylinder Repacking Job

    We pulled the stick cylinder off of the 318 excavator & just nicely got into it & got a good soaking!! At least the rain quit & we were able to carry on. The 100mm nut has a torque rating of over 5000 ft/lbs!! Well, looks like we are going to need some leverage to get her off!!o_O
  9. Metalman 55

    Help in Identifying a D4D

    I wanted to help a guy trying to pin down the model year & country of origin on D4D purchase he just made, ser # is 88A576? Can anyone give that to me? Metalman
  10. Metalman 55

    Case 450C Track Adjuster Rebuilds

    Today was a nice day out there, so Tony & I tackled rebuilding the hyd track adjusters on the 450C dozer. The LH side came apart very hard, with all internal components being seized up, had to pull them apart with the grease gun & come along both. The 2nd side went much better & they work...
  11. Metalman 55

    450C Blade Extension Modifications

    When I purchased this old 450C about 9 months ago, it came with a home made blade extension, made by a previous owner, liked the idea only it was poorly constructed. Seems the Case 450C blades are quite low in overall height in my opinion, which promotes material spillage over the top. So, I...
  12. Metalman 55

    320 D Code

    We were running our 320D today & it suddenly lost power...…..Code 36:262-4 came up. Can anyone decipher that one for us? Thanks
  13. Metalman 55

    Case 450C Blade Angle Pivot Repairs

    Started into the Case 450C Blade angle pivot repairs today, where the bottom pivot bushing was GONE, so things were quite sloppy to say the least! Decided to salvage the main pivot pin be cause of $$$, so got it off & did some manual wear buildup with my mig welder & then some carefull...
  14. Metalman 55

    D6C Front Idler Guide Plate Repairs

    Was running the D6C on a project about 10 days ago & when I got off I noticed this, a guide plate has 2 bolts either come loose or break off & lost the spacers too. The top two bolts that go into the idler shaft block that splits were both broke too. Put things back together the best we could &...
  15. Metalman 55

    Hourly Rates for attachments on 289D CTL?

    I am curious to know what kind of an hourly rate increase to charge for an attachment like this 72" Cat Brush Hog type attachment, mounted on the CTL that I purchased along with the 2019 279D skidsteer recently. It is not a high flow machine, however the machine handles the brush cutter very...
  16. Metalman 55

    D6C Fan Belts Twisting

    On my 10K6516 D6C, is twisting fan belts, then eventually they break which is logical. Going back a few weeks ago we replaced the alternator, found that pully on it somewhat worn, so replaced the pulley for a new one. It seems to fit fine. Only a few hrs on the new set of belts after the...
  17. Metalman 55

    New to me Cat 289D CTL

    I have been looking for a CTL for some now & just purchased this one, a 2019 Cat 289D with 420 hrs on it. Managed to get about 3 hrs of seat time today & am impressed with it's performance so far. Any words of wisdom of what to watch for as far as problems or potential maintenance issues?
  18. Metalman 55

    Cat 272D attachment oil flow speed

    I just took delivery of this grapple for the 272D skidsteer & after hooking it up yesterday found the speed of the grapple arms to be way too fast. I have the advanced screen on the 272D & tried to slow down the oil flow speed to the attachment but it doesn't seem to get to an acceptable level...
  19. Metalman 55

    New to me Case 450C Dozer

    I picked up this Case 450C today at the RB auction. I went up to the preview on Monday to check out the equipment lineup & this 450C caught my eye. Looked nice & clean, I ran it a little & I was the successful high bidder today. Wish me luck!!:)
  20. Metalman 55

    Hyundai Forklifts?

    At our place of business we run a variety of forklifts, a Mitsubishi, 2 Hyster's, 2 TCM's & a Heli. All seem ok & are of varying ages. I was recently made aware of the Hyundai brand & wanted to ask for some feedback on that particular brand so far as reliability & parts availability, service...
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