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  1. Don Shilling

    Takeuchi TL 150 hydraulic flow

    Being new to compact track loaders, I'm in the process of buying the above titled machine. In the near future, I would like to purchase a brush cutter. I'm considering a 72" Skid Pro that has a reversible motor. My question does the 150 have the capability to reverse the hydraulic flow to the...
  2. Don Shilling

    Takeuchi TL240

    I'm really interested in purchasing a TL240 for occasional use around the farm. Mostly for mowing and brush cleaning. What is the consensus on the quality and dependability of these machines?
  3. Don Shilling

    Buy American?

    I've always been a proponent of buying American products and try to practice this philosophy every day. With the current state of world affairs it is more important than ever that I continue this practice. However, I researched for over two years on a replacement bulldozer for my farm with...
  4. Don Shilling

    Komatsu D21a-7 Bottom Rollers

    This machine has been squealing like a dozen stuck pigs since last year when I purchased it. The seller said it was because of the new chains breaking in. It started getting worse lately so I pulled it in the shop for a look see. Checked the top rollers, great condition but found several bottom...
  5. Don Shilling

    Brand Categories

    I would still like to see separate categories for different brands under the Dozer thread.
  6. Don Shilling

    Komatsu hydraulic cylinder repair

    I've just had the occasion to repair a leak on the blade tilt cylinder on my D21. I bought a seal kit and proper size hook spanner. However, the design of the slots on the cylinder end cap was such that the wrench would slip out of the slot because of the taper bottom of the slots. I stopped...
  7. Don Shilling

    Komatsu D21a-7 inching pedal

    I operated my dozer today after a comprehensive steering clutch and brake overhaul. Everything is working very nicely except the when using the inching pedal. Upon release, it jerks severely and I think it should be more smooth. Also, the change in direction is maybe a bit harsh. What should I...
  8. Don Shilling

    New Catagories

    How about the dozers section seperated by machine brands?
  9. Don Shilling

    Komatsu D21a-7 steering clutch

    Today I removed the covers over the steering clutches. After removing the brake band springs and all 16 of the flange bolts. the clutch assembly is loose and tries to come out but something is snagging as I try to lift the clutch assembly upwards. I'm missing something and the manual is very...
  10. Don Shilling

    Komatsu D21a-7 modulator valve

    While I'm into the steering clutches I may need to work on the modulator valve. The machine has very hard shifts from neutral to forward and reverse. Also, when releasing the inching pedal. Is this something that I, as a retired aircraft mechanic, could attempt to overhaul or should I sent it to...
  11. Don Shilling

    Wet steering clutches for Komatsu D21

    I'm in the process of dismantling my D21a-7 because of frozen steering clutches. While I'm at this stage I was wondering if it were possible to convert to wet clutches and brakes for this model?
  12. Don Shilling

    Track shoe orientation

    Does it make any difference which way the grouser rib is traveling on the track? Forward on the shoe or at the rear?
  13. Don Shilling

    Movin' on up!

    My dad bought our John Deere 440IC back in '59. It's on it's third re-manufacturing and still going strong. However, I'm looking to move up to a hydro machine such as a Komatsu D21a-7. Going to look at one this week.
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