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    ANOTHER WHAT KIND OF TOOL IS THIS

    Ha Ha! I don't think it was a type of chisel because area on handle is round wood and shows no sign of being "struck". The narrow " chisel" end is not smooth but uniformly slightly rough. Upon closer inspection, on the top, opposite the flatter side there is evidence of something being...
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    How to questions 503L Galion 1) adjust clutch 2) adjust F gear

    You did very good on both adjustments. Book says to have 1 inch of free play in clutch pedal before it engages throw out bearing against "fingers" My forward/reverse lever broke at bottom weld and I ended up having to saw the forward/reverse slot in the flat plate with the shift pattern embossed...
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    ANOTHER WHAT KIND OF TOOL IS THIS

    From my Grandfather's toolbox - an early 20th century farmer. The wooden handle has two fasteners holding the two piece wooden handle on the steel. They are not rivets. The wood is 5 1/2 inches long and the metal 6 1/4 inches long from the end of the wood. The bevel at the working end is...
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    503L front spindle problems looking for suggestions

    Could you post a picture and make clear to us exactly what you need help with?
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    questions , Galion 503L with diesel 353 motor

    Sorry to just have really seen your first post about the filters. Here are the numbers for the 353 Detroit: Air Filter NAPA 2234 NAPA 3073 Primary tall Filter FUEL FILTER ELEMENT NAPA 3511 Secondary short filter OIL FILTER AND GASKET: PART #85830 NAPA 1138
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    questions , Galion 503L with diesel 353 motor

    That is a nice grader. I have one in VA just like it, only mine has front scarifier and heat in cab (from the factory). Serial Number GM06886. Picture attached, sorry it is so far away. The parts book came with it and I got operators manual off ebay I think. It has a drain plug in the...
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    503L Handbrake layout

    Hey Maddad, check your private messages, I think I sent one to you with a buncha pictures from underneath. Merry Christmas to All!
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    503L Handbrake layout

    Here are a couple photos of mine - which does not operate by cable. A rod and all hardware as shown activate it even though the handle in the cab looks very similar to your photo.
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    503L Handbrake layout

    Attached are the parts pages for my 503L, about 1975 model, SN#GM06886. They probably are as OxDozer says as well.
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    503L Handbrake layout

    I have a book on a gm68XX serial number. Would a picture of the parts help? I still get parts thru Komatsu using numbers from parts book.
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    Anybody with an old Clark Michigan loader or bayonet style fuel cap please help.

    There are several on eBay with measurements in the description
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    JD 57A Fuel delivery problem

    Sorry Mr Tried-it, I did not read your post very good.
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    JD 57A Fuel delivery problem

    Change the fuel filter and fill n bleed with the lift pump. This will prove screen in bottom fitting at fuel tank is clear. Then ensure you have fuel when cranking at the injection pump.
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    Galion 503A hydraulic boots

    If referring to the boots on the valve bank valves my Komatsu dealer gets them for my 1976 503L. Part number 59276A. Good luck!
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    JD 570 A transmission issue

    I was able to have that rotary manifold rebuilt at a hydraulic shop. Cost was $450 I think.
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    Galion 503 series L

    I have about a 1975 503L SN GM06886. Has a 353 Detroit from factory. I can look up part number if need be but we ordered 13 inch from napa.when they came in were too small so brake is 14 inch.
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    Help ID on a Galion grader

    There is one on eBay now not too awful far from you. Sounds like just what you need. Good luck!
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    Galion 503 series L

    Both posters are correct. I overnighted my pressure plate and clutch disc to Kyclutch in Kentucky on a Monday n had them back on a Friday. Cost was less than shipping both ways. My mechanic matched up a new pilot and throw out bearing. Has been done 3 years and is strong. Good luck!
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    JD 570A Lube Issues

    https://www.heavyequipmentforums.com/threads/pin-wont-take-grease.21591/ Try this link - there are many helpful suggestions from real experts here
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    JD 570A Lube Issues

    I agree with Terry above, my 570, has 2 blocked fittings on the steering linkage as well as the lower pin on the hinge at articulate. I took a hint from a thread on this forum (cant find it today) with many suggestions to unblock fittings. I have tried the impact unblocker from Northern to no...
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