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    Cat 318BLN Pattern Change Control Valve

    Cat 318BLN SN7KZ00423 Has anyone installed pattern control change valve on similar machine? Does Caterpillar offer a kit? I have found a company named Holmbury that offers a valve, part number OCUKAC2318.
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    Cat 303e CR radio

    Pictures of the two harnesses that i have.
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    Cat 303e CR radio

    I have a new 303E CR serial number HHM03848. Machine was delivered without radio. Dealer gave me part number 394-9334 radio which fits in bracket. The problem i have run into is that machines wiring harness is a deutsch connector. If you get 200-5728 you get the matching connector for machine...
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    Con expo

    Rooms and event passes booked. Working on air fare.
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    Obtaining a CDL

    Look for a Driving School. Our local schools have all the training material and driving courses set up. They schedule test dates and provide truck.
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    Advice for a new guy?

    Won't hurt too talk with there HR department. Take the time to speak with them and ask your questions. Looks like they have positions available.
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    Advice for a new guy?

    Just looked at this website. http://www.thompsontractor.com/career-opportunities
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    Yesterday was dot physical time...

    Renewing CDL has turned into quite an ordeal. Between fingerprints, 10 question hazmat test, DMV that doesn't know what your asking for when you arrive. Now add in new medical card requirements. I have seen same doctor for thirty years. He isnt signed up to give DOT physical. Have to see APRN...
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    Buying a Top Kick

    Truck would most likey have midship transfer case PTO. Pump operator would arrive at a call place truck in neutral and place PTO switch to pump. With foot on brake then place transmission to drive or 4th to send power to pto. Normally only truck with a pump and roll capability would be a foam unit.
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    Horizontal Grinders. Who, What, How?

    We keep a gate and screen, Complete set of tips, 10 to 15 new cutter bodies and always try to keep hard facing worn down raker side of used cutter bodies. We haven't changed over to replaceable rakers yet but soon i hope. Keep one Hydraulic and Both air filters in stock.
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    Horizontal Grinders. Who, What, How?

    CBI has a tramp metal detection system which reverses feed chain and feed drum when metal is detected. I think the shear pins are now the secondary protection. Our transfer station runs a Bandit 2680 horizontal grinder. As far as tramp steel it is up to the operator to open gates to let it...
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    Deere Vs Komatsu

    Komatsu in our area beats Cat and Deere on initial purchase. Find that Komatsu and Deere parts pricing is much higher.
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    New dump trailer

    I have a 2014 PJ lo profile. 14' with scissor hoist. No issues or complaints.
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    Obtaining a CDL

    Just searched Arkansas CDL classes and it looks like a number of community colleges offer programs. Just a place to look
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    Morbark 4600 xl horizontal grinder

    I run 4 " screens with a 2" gate on a 2680 Bandit. Regrind doesn't show any extra wear, Fuel usage is minimal on the regrind. Second pass on brush and green waste makes a decent product. Maintenance seems to be there either way.
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    RonG Has Passed

    Very sorry to hear this, Condolences.
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    Help with new vehicle purchases. (govt)

    How many different brands of vehicles and equipment does municipality have. Do they favor certain brands? You can let the end users have input on replacement pieces. Is there State or County bid lists in place that you can purchase off of?
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    Help with new vehicle purchases. (govt)

    PJ, Does City Hall have a Purchasing Office or a Director of Purchasing? If so I would start there to get the requirements set for the bidding process. As far as speccing that is based on your municipal needs.
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    Fishmouth Fabworks shop thread

    Nice work!
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    Tub grinder for stumps

    I think Yancey is a Bandit Horizontal dealer now.
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