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  1. 90plow

    Cat 316e no hydraulics

    My cat 316e was running fine when out of the blue the hydraulic functions all stopped. so far we have: Checked pilot pressure and it’s got pressure via the display Checked and changed the hydraulic kill switch Checked wire harnesses for cut wires No luck on anything. Please help
  2. 90plow

    Day cab with tag trailer

    I’ve been kicking around the idea of a cheap day cab tractor with big hp to tow my tag trailer rather than the tandem. The tandem weighs 31k empty so it’s a bit slow with the added weight of the trailer and machines. Any thoughts against the tractor with a pintle? And no I don’t want a low boy...
  3. 90plow

    Cat 316el serial number look up

    Looking at a cat 316el. Can anyone do a serial number history on the machine for me? Thanks!
  4. 90plow

    Cat 312 squeaking while turning

    My 2011 cat 312dl is squealing while it turns on the turn table. Not sure what to make of it. Would do it occasionally on a slope but now does it all the time. Checked oil level in the house it’s clean and correct. Greased the turntable. Not sure what it is. Thanks
  5. 90plow

    Ingersol Rand tc-13 trench roller

    I have an ingersol Rand trench roller compactor and recently it stopped vibrating. It was weak and it slow to turn on sometimes but now when I hit vibrate I can hear the pump kick on and feel the hyd. Fluid moving through the motor that spins the counterweight but nothing. Thought it might be...
  6. 90plow

    Cat 312 extra counter weight

    Have a 2011 cat 312dL with a coupler and a long stick when you reach out sideways the machine is way too tippy at full reach or even with wet material at partial reach. Any ideas?
  7. 90plow

    Cat Paint

    Looking for info on 2011 cat paint code. I know there’s a few different colors out there and I want to make sure I give the right paint code when I order it. Thanks!
  8. 90plow

    Pictures of my work and equipment

    Our cat312d Kubota svl952s and rental d5k
  9. 90plow

    Cat 312D L

    Hey guys decided to move on from my cx130. Found a nice 312d L with 7200 hours, quick coupler, heat /ac, camera, aux hydraulics. Aside from a few scratches here and there it’s very clean. I have a cat tech coming out to check the machine out. here’s what I’m going to have checked. -travel...
  10. 90plow

    Help ASAP svl90-2

    2013 Kubota svl90-2. Intermittently stopped having lift and curl power. Then yesterday I lost almost all speed and power on lift and curl. Also when running aux with a Harley rake it had no power to turn the rake when it was in the ground. Almost like the machine was at idle. Track...
  11. 90plow

    New holland lb75b

    I’ve sold my old case 580k recently and I’m looking to replace it. A friend of mine who keeps his equipment immaculate is selling his 05 new holland lb75b. Machine has around 3500 hours and is in great shape. A couple things I wanted which this does not have are a 4-1 bucket and no front...
  12. 90plow

    Mercedes MBE 926 good, bad?

    Looking at a 2006 sterling hooklift truck 33k gvw but has room for a drop axle. Truck has mbe 926 with an 8ll trans says it’s rated for 330 hp 1100 ftlbs. My question is will this motor be equal or better than my mack with E-7 275 and 8ll? I pull my cx130 on a 20 ton tag, haul dirt and...
  13. 90plow

    Dump body for ram 5500

    looking to spec out a dump body for a new ram 5500. Going to need a 9' long mason dump body no drop sides or any special features. Upfitter has a Voth body they're pushing steel body with aluminum cab guard. Not entirely sold on it. Any opinions on manufacturers? Dealer likes airflow but...
  14. 90plow

    Case cx130 problem

    2003 case cx130 with cummins. Engine turns over starts momentarily and shuts down. Will take about 15 tries and extended cranking with the starter to get it going. Not sure where to start looking for issues. Changed the fuel filters. Can't see any leaks and when I pulled the fuel filter on...
  15. 90plow

    Mud mats for construction entrances

    Looking to invest in some mud mats. Local company sells the large 4x8 rubber mats but they are so cumbersome and awkward. I was looking for something smaller and lighter to make paths from the road to the area we're working in. Many times we are doing a small addition or a tank removal and...
  16. 90plow

    Painting the counter weight

    Im re painting my counter weight on the cx130 case we have its an 03. The case paint is really faded on the machine and doesnt match with the new very well. My dump truck and trailer are omaha orange, my kubota 057 is orange and we have orange signage and shirts for the excavating portion of...
  17. 90plow

    OSHA and Demolition

    Hi guys, Taking on a small job tearing down a house in a rather busy part of town with lots of eyes. I have my trenching and excavation safety cert. for OSHA just wondering besides the obvious work safety and health issues on the job what could be done to prevent fines from coming my way...
  18. 90plow

    Komatsu PC 120

    1985 PC 120-3 with 6300 hours. This is a clean machine for its age all glass is in tact, new teeth on the ESCO 36" bucket. 24" track pads with life left in the under carriage. Asking $17,000 located in northern NJ.
  19. 90plow

    Buying a used excavator

    We have always used out small machines more frequently than our pc 120 but lately I've been trying to up productivity as well as expand into excavating for other contractors and homeowners. Our pc 120 is on decent shape but lately I've been getting tired of the constant worrying about over...
  20. 90plow

    My work picture thread

    Just figured I would join the crowd and post some pictures of what I do. I know I enjoy seeing everyone elses work shots and equipment so here is my little fleet of earth moving toys. Ill try to keep it updated as I get more pictures.
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