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    New master pin link is tight

    Hi I replaced a master link on a jd135d. The narrow end of the new link (pipe like part) does not sit in the boar of the old link that it mates to. Is it normal to have to grind either part to make the new link roll better in the chain or will it wear in over time. The pins fit fine the new...
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    8042 skytrak tilt port relief

    Hi, pardon me if I'm wrong. , or this doesn't make sense. I have a 8042 skytrak. On the attachment tilt spool there is a adjustment screw on both sides of the spool . Are these the attachment tilt port relief valves? I cannot find in the manual how to adjust these 2 settings. The valve is very...
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    Cat 323 code clearing or diag

    Hi our cat 323 excavator has a code 2142-3 straight travel pedal position sensor voltage above normal. The straight pedal does not function. Is there a way to diagnose this without a computer, and or is it possible to clear the code without a computer plugged in? Thanks
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    Rad fan help

    Hey, I installed a 5.9 cummins in a my komatsu pc 150 lc excavator a few years ago. I finally have found time to get it working. My issue now( other than finding time) is getting a rad fan in it. The engine pump combo pretty much fit in the same spot as the original engine, the rad is in the...
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    590sn brakes

    Hi, I have a 590sn with 4500h on it. It see alot of road driving in the city. The brakes work great but the pedal is getting low. My question is, can i adjust the pedal up at the pedal adjustment or is the pedal down because i need to change the brake discs. Thanks
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    590sn case brake help

    Hey. I did a brake job on a case 590sn backhoe. Now the brakes stick. I have the service manual and it says to replace the auto adjusters for the brake discs. When I called the dealer to order them they told me they have never sold them or replaced them. My question is do I need to re set the...
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    750 John Deere Final Drive parts needed

    Does anyone have or know the where abouts of a complete left final drive assembly for a JD 750C Dozer? Pic of machine attached Serial # T00750C384296 Please Message me Thanks Scott
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    Komatsu pc 200 lc3 wiring legend

    Hey, i have a old Komatsu Pc200 lc3, Im working on the electrical, i have the service manual for the machine with the wiring diagram but i cant seem to find a legend for the wiring color codes. Any one have an idea of how they mark them in reference to the numbers and letters in the wiring...
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    Track pin press

    Im looking to purchase a track pin press. Im wondering if a track pin press can be also used to remove seized loader and bucket pins or is that a different type of press. OR is there one that does both. Also are there any used ones for sale on here in Canada or close to Ontario. Thanks
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    Im looking for Volvo TD61GB Engine parts

    Hi I need to find the oil filter housings off a Volvo TD61GB engine. If anyone has the parts please contact me. Please see attached pics of the parts. The engine is in a Michigan L90 Wheel loader. According to Volvo these parts are unavailable. I have called all the listings on the net for...
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    How to tell a float capacity

    Hi i recently acquired an old float. There is no VIN # on it. I know its made by JC because JC is cut into the steel plating. I was told its a 60T float. Is there any way i can confirm the capacity? Thanks
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    Truck engine scanners and repair info

    What is the best bang for the buck as far as heavy truck scanners and so on. I have the snapon pro link ultra. Its seems to cost me alot in programming for what i do with it. Im not impressed with it. I know mitchell has a repair guide for trucks now. What do people use to get specs and...
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    What to look for when purchasing a used champion 740A grader?

    Im looking at purchasing a older Champion 740A grader, The fellow is asking 7000$ for it. It looks to be in good shape. I dont know much about graders, is there anything i should look at to decided weather its a decent buy or not? I see alot of graders in the 5 -10k price range and i often...
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    Scanners

    I have a new Snapon Pro link ultra. Im not impressed with it. What do you all use to scan and program for trucks and machinery? Im looking to get a unit that does both trucks and machinery. Also how much did you spend on it ? Thanks
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    freezing air tools

    Hey how do you all keep your air tools from freezing up in the winter?. Im having big problems with my impact guns when im doing service calls.
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    Michigan L90 Volvo Engine service manual needed pls

    Hey i am looking for a engine manual for a Michigan L90 wheel loader with a volvo engine in it. I think the engine is a td-61G? If anyone can point me in the direction to finding the service manual for this, i am rebuilding one and it would be very handy. Thanks
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    Terex 842ss Hydraulic issues

    Hi im working on a Terex SS 842. Problem is the main hydraulic pump (a variable displacement piston pump with no load sense line( Rexroth a10v dr ) wont go back to idol pressure when no controls are being used. Firstly i had the pump checked and re built. Then checked all the removable...
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    Labor rate, billing, random question

    Hi I am the owner and the only mechanic of a heavy equipment and truck repair business. I offer mobile service and I have a shop I work out of. First and foremost im a mechanic, some how this business I created is doing pretty good after 4 years of some pretty hard knocks. I have some...
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    Power divider help

    Hi, So today one of my good customers came to see me. Story is on 24-07-16 i did a safety on his dump truck. At that time i repaired a crack in the rear cover of the power divider. (it was leaking at the cover weld) On 15-10-16 (almost 3 months later) i got a call that his power divider was...
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    5.9 cummins SAE 3 bellhousing starter issue

    Hi I recently re powered my old Komatsu pc 200 with a 5.9 12 valve cummins from a pick up. I had to purchase a SAE 3 bell housing to allow the Komatsu pump to bolt to the engine. I had a adaptor plate machined to join the flywheel to the pump drive. My issue now is finding a starter. I used...
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