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    replacement for my 773

    Hello, after plowing these last few rounds of snow, I'm realizing that it's probably about time to retire my 773. It's a 97, I've had it for the last 16 years and it's just too loose and beat to be anything other than a beater. I've gotten very comfortable with this size and power machine, and...
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    Mitsubishi diesel compression test

    My Volvo excavator has a sick Mitsubishi S3L2 3 cylinder diesel. Excessive crankcase pressure (oil spray out of the dipstick tube), starts hard, feels like its not running on all cylinders when cold. I've picked up a nice old MAC compression gauge but have a few questions. I pulled the glow...
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    drive causes engine to bog and stall

    Machine is a 2006 Volvo EC25 that is new to me, with 4000 hours. Machine starts and runs ok, digs with power; as in you never really hear the engine bog down while using the bucket. Traveling is a different thing. I just sorted the wiring and got the two speed working, same issue in high and...
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    Volvo EC25 bucket quick attach questions

    I've just purchased a 2006 Volvo EC25 that has not seen much maintenance for the last few years. It's ok, as I got it for a very good price knowing that I'd have some shop work ahead of me. One issue, is that everything form the stick to the bucket is incredibly loose. The 2 links, the H link...
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