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    2004 cat 304

    Good morning all. Trying to chase down a problem on a cat 304. Here it is. While moving right track is slow. Left is fine. While in motion moving forward if you move the stick out machine will speed up and be normal. Also speeds up my moving blade and using the side to side swing option for...
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    2005 cat 305 k4n Mitsubishi 4cyl

    Good morning guys. Was wondering what's involved with changing the starter on a 2005 305 cr. Engine cranks slow at times then sometimes fires rite up. Battery is new from dealer. Also can a good aftermarket starter be used or must it come from Cat. Motor was rebuilt 4 years ago. Cranked fine at...
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    2004 cat 304 cr

    2004 cat 304cr. Right track moves slower than left. Sounds like machine is straining while moving. All other functions work fine. Possible final drive and or rotary swing valve manifold.. Im stumped. Thanks.
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    Skid steer in snow

    Was wondering. First year with the cat skid steer. It's a rubber tire model. Was out crossing over the lawn this evening. Traction was terrible. Tires are at about 85%. Snow is roughly 8 inchs deep. Any tricks to getting better traction? Such as deflating tires? Do tracks perform better?Thanks...
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    Reverse camera or rear view mirror

    Good evening. What are you guys using to see while backing up in older Machines without rear backing systems? Thanks
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    Tires vs tracks

    Wanting to purchase skid steer. Will primarily be used on my property. Wanted to know if tracks are better than tires. If so why. Thanks
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    Rust in fuel tank question.

    What's the best way to remove rust from your diesel fuel tank? Flush it out? Possible tank liner? Thanks
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    2005 cat 305 no hydraulics!!!!!! HELP!!!!!!!

    Hi there. Just got done replacing engine. Next problem is no hydraulics. Nothing moves all cab controls dead including tracks. When I move the armrest switch with the engine running I hear and can feel a valve clicking. Part number 191-1390x-2. I am thinking this is the pilot interlock solenoid...
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    RPM adjusment

    How can you determine where your rpms are on a mitsubshi 4cyl diesel engine. Im looking for 2600 rpms at wide open throttle. Machine has no tach. Thanks
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    2005 cat 305 engine UPDATE!!!!!!

    Engine rebuild update. I had a starting problem. Had to get injectors and high pressure pump rebuilt. I got the motor running tonite but I only have idle. When I turn the dial throttle stays the same rpms will not increase. I can watch the electronic actuator move the throttle arm. Also when I...
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    2005 cat 305 engine

    Hey all. Had the Mitsubishi k4n completely rebuilt. Engine won't start. Bled the injector pump. Seems to not be getting fuel to the injectors. It sounds like it wants to fire but it wont. Any ideas greatly appreciated as I only have time to work on it on on Sundays. Thanks in advance.
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    Lighting

    Has anyone upgraded the lighting on there machine. Possibly to LED. If not thoughts????? Thanks
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    2005 cat 305 engine

    Hi all. New to the forum. Purchased a 305 over the weekend which has a bad engine due to being overheated. Looking for a reliable source for a used engine. K4N-E1 is the engine type. Mitsubishi 4 cylinder. Thanks
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