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  1. iowahill

    CAT D3-79U blade swivel cap needed

    Looking for the 6-way blade swivel cap for our newly acquired CAT D3-79U (s/n D3 79U 0809). We just got this machine this morning as a trade to use for our small mining operation that runs well with good hydraulics other than slight seal seepage in the blade lift cylinders, and a loose track...
  2. iowahill

    John Deere 2010 Track Loader/Backhoe - Final Drive seal needed

    I need either the final drive sprocket seal (JD part number AT12996, item 31 in parts image below), or a good used seal housing with seal (item number 32 in parts drawing) for our loader. Our local John Deere Lawn and Ag dealer tried a search and told us that the seal in no longer available...
  3. iowahill

    John Deere 2010 crawler backhoe final drive lube spec?

    After a year and a half of gathering everything needed to rebuild our severely corroded right-side final drive clutch/brake mechanism on our 1966 JD 2010 crawler loader backhoe, I'm not sure what lube to put into the pinion and ring gear case. The original manual specifies "303 Special Purpose...
  4. iowahill

    1968 John Deere brake band replacement

    I have the service manual for our 1968 Deere dozer and have read through section 140 which addresses adjustment of clutch and brake. But I have not been able to find anything yet about removal, inspection, and replacement. I'm not saying it's not there, only that I cannot find the procedure...
  5. iowahill

    Deere 450 Dozer - Steering brake question

    My partner picked up a Deere 450 dozer with six-way blade that looks to be running and just right for our gravel operation. He said that it was hard to steer to the left in operation when travelling forward, but seemed to be okay when reversing. Is this a probable indication of a worn...
  6. iowahill

    Mystery mini grader identification

    Anybody out there that can identify the make of this mini grader? I spotted this grader just off the road on the way to my property. It has a 4-cylinder Ford diesel motor, but no other identification of make that I could see. It has hydraulic drive and is likely someone's "project". Looks...
  7. iowahill

    Deere 2010 crawler - Clutch/Brake compartment assembly lube?

    After almost a year I finally got the final drive parts including brake bands, clutch drum and discs, bearings and seals, etc out and am ready to start re-assembling everything with new parts. I'm wondering about what lube I should use when assembling the clutch and brake parts that move, such...
  8. iowahill

    1963 Deere 820/2010 Final Drive removal

    I picked up this 1963 John Deere 820/2020 track loader backhoe at auction that has a locked up final drive. In taking it apart the left side brake and clutch compartment is dry and looks okay, but the right side was full of water and rust, and even what appears to be mud. And a LOT of it that...
  9. iowahill

    1963 Deere 820/2010 Final Drive removal

    I picked up this 1963 John Deere 820/2020 track loader backhoe at auction that has a locked up final drive. In taking it apart the left side brake and clutch compartment is dry and looks okay, but the right side was full of water and rust, and even what appears to be mud. And a LOT of it that...
  10. iowahill

    1963 John Deere 820/2010 crawler loader track removal problem

    I picked up this 1963 John Deere 2010 which has the final drive locked up solid. Right side steering clutch and brake drum are heavily rusted, and both steering clutch throw-out bearings will not release or move. The drive pinion is free but the ring gear will not move. Looks like at least I...
  11. iowahill

    Long Dormant Deere 820/2010 track loader - tracks locked up solid

    As I peel away and correct problems with our newly acquired 1963 John Deere 820/2010 track loader with backhoe attachment, I'm now down to a major one in that the machine will not move freely and both tracks appear to be locked up solid. My first thought was that the steering/brake bands may be...
  12. iowahill

    1963 Deere 820/2010 Crawler Loader - fuel/Roosa injector pump problem

    We picked this John Deere crawler loader with backhoe attachment at auction for a good price. As received it appeared to have relatively fresh oil and air filter and a poorly installed Delco alternator, but seemed otherwise all there. With a new battery, fresh fuel, and a temporary fan belt I...
  13. iowahill

    Deere 820 - Jd2010 track loader (1964) - Diesel Fuel filter elements

    Looking for a source of a pair of replacement diesel fuel filters and O-ring gaskets for our Deere 820/2010 track loader. Anyone have a Seller contact? Thanks, -Tom
  14. iowahill

    Deere 820 - Jd2010 track loader - no free-wheeling

    I just had our newly purchased (from auction) Deere 820/2010 diesel track loader delivered to the shop. Tracks were both locked despite ensuring that the gear box was in neutral and shuttle in "TOW". Not sure yet of it may be, jammed tracks or problem with final drive. I bought it "non-op"...
  15. iowahill

    Deere 820 (JD2010) track loader with backhoe attachment

    Sucker for big iron that I am, I was high bidder for this machine at auction "out-the-door" for about $3250 with tax and premium. It came with a separated backhoe attachment that looks good (though not cosmetically) and was removed from the tractor. Some upholstery work is in order (my...
  16. iowahill

    1976 Deere 450cc shuttle problem

    Hi folks. I'm looking at a '76 John Deere 450cc that apparently has a problem with the shuttle. It runs but doesn't move except for the hydraulics. One fellow said that there was or might be water in the fluid. I seem to recall a few years back on this forum problems with the power shift...
  17. iowahill

    1980 Ford 555 Backhoe - Frame split question

    After resurrection of our early 1980 Ford 555 backhoe about 4 years ago to use at my mining operation it has worked out superbly with reliable and economic performance, with many thanks to the valuable and generous help offered by members of this forum... Thanks Guys! Yesterday I saw something...
  18. iowahill

    The evolving tale of our Link Belt LS4300 CII - Travel motor issue and question

    Yes, it's been about 2 years of solving just about every possible problem possible except the motor on our machine. It sat somewhat abandoned for over 11 years on the property next to our mining claim and seemed like a handy piece of equipment to add to our stable. We got it for almost nothing...
  19. iowahill

    Cat D4 7U 1956 motor indemnification?

    That should read "Identification"! We bought the full manual set for our machine from Jen Sales, but the motor manual included is identified as a D6 with no mention of D4 anywhere. The general layout looks like our 4 cylinder but the fuel system and other elements are completely different...
  20. iowahill

    Cat D4 7U lacking power

    My partner and I thought we had a pretty good addition to our low budget placer mining operation when we bought this 1956 Cat D4 7U with adjustable angle blade. After several months of replacing, changing, filling, inspecting etc I was able to get our D4 7U ready for a maiden run on grading our...
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