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  1. Swetz

    Bobcat E85 Questions (looking to purchase used)

    All, I have been looking for a used class 8 size excavator for quite some time (saving up) now. My focus has been on Takeuchi TB290 (or 285), but lately my neighbor has been talking up his brand new Bobcat excavator, and the place he got it. The dealership is very close to my property, closer...
  2. Swetz

    Anyone Know a Good Construction Equip. Inspection Co. Near Suwanee, GA

    Hello All, I found a Takeuchi TB285 that appears to be in real good shape, but it is in GA and I am in NJ, and cannot get away. If anyone has someone they have used in the past, I would appreciate the contact.
  3. Swetz

    Any New Holland E Series Owners Have a Low Cost Supplier for a Fuel Cap

    My fuel cap has started leaking the liquid gold from the tank. It seems to be leaking from the lock portion. I looked at Messicks, and they do not have a non locking cap. It was superseded by the locking cap. They have the locking cap in stock @ $77. To me, a fuel cap is a $15-20 part. The lock...
  4. Swetz

    Takeuchi TB285 VS TB290

    I have been looking at the specs on a Takeuchi TB285, an don't see a real difference between the TB285 and the TB290. Are there any Takeuchi aficionados that can clue me in on the differences? I have even looked up some parts, for example the tracks, and they are the same. TIA!
  5. Swetz

    My Hoe Squirted...Twice

    Well, actually squirted once and gushed once...LOL;) About a year ago I repacked my cylinders, including the stabilizers. Fast forward and my driver side stabilizer cylinder started to leak around the threads of the gland nut. I had a kit, but didn't want to brake up a kit, so I took the...
  6. Swetz

    A Seat Cover For A New Holland 675E

    I decided to get a seat cover for my NH, not because the seat was worn out, but because the seat has a material that could easily get dirty, wet, or ruined with normal use. So, I took a chance on a seat cover on Amazon called "classic Accessories Lawn Tractor Neoprene Seat Cover, Large. I...
  7. Swetz

    The Eggxcavator Challenge

    This is cool. Outdoors With the Morgans started this...Youtube search Eggxcavator challenge. All the guys are doing it.
  8. Swetz

    Well, I done did it...Amulet Hoeclamp on my NH 675E W/Extend-A-Hoe

    Well, after pondering a hydraulic thumb on my machine, and a grapple on the front bucket, I decided to put the Hoeclamp by Amulet on. I only saw one manufacturer that offered a hydraulic thumb for this machine with an extend-a-hoe, and didn't like the look or the price. I paid $3120 shipped to...
  9. Swetz

    New Holland E Series (555-675)Swing Cylinder Repair

    I just repacked my swing cylinders and thought I would share my experiences. As always, dealing With New Holland was a trip, but Messick's made the ride a little more doable. That said, the extra parts that I needed were delivered to me 1 day. Not bad for a 20+ year old machine. This is not the...
  10. Swetz

    New Holland 675E Bucket Leveling System Operation & Repair

    Because of the fiasco I had with my how-to of an stabilizer cylinder overhaul, I decided to attach this information as an attachment in a PDF file. This how-to was created by my recent need to fix the bucket leveling system on the NH675E that I recently purchased. I hope this helps someone...
  11. Swetz

    New Holland 675E Stabilizer Cylinder Repair

    Hello All, I was finally able to tear down the stabilizer cylinder that has been leaking on the NH675E that I recently purchased. I figured I would share my experience with others on this site. Obviously, many do not need a how too, but others can learn a lot, as I have from the many posts I...
  12. Swetz

    Advice on Cylinder Seal Kit

    So as some of you know I recently purchased a New Holland 675E. I purchased it knowing that at least one cylinder would need to be repacked ASAP. I am in the process of gathering up the stuff I will need to do the job. So, I went to messicks and they have the kit in stock (stabilizer cyl.) for...
  13. Swetz

    Advice on Possible Purchase...New Holland 675E

    Hey All, I found a New Holland 675E that is available kind of locally. It has the following: Enclosed cab Heat and Air Condition, Radio 4x4 extend-a-hoe Front Loading Bucket 78" with cutting edge Rear digging bucket 24" Low hours (approximately 700) Tires in fair condition 2 New Batteries Does...
  14. Swetz

    Advice on Possible Purchase - New Holland B95

    Hello all, As some that I have interacted with on this awesome forum know, I intend to purchase a TLB in the near future. Because of local dealers, I have been focused on New Holland and John Deere. Well, I came across this unit and I want some feedback. I am looking to purchase a TLB that will...
  15. Swetz

    A question about greasing

    Hello all, As some of you know, I am searching for a backhoe to purchase, and will probably own one in the next six months. With that in mind, I am looking at what equipment I am going to use to grease the pins. So, guys that have their units at their property, what are you using to grease...A...
  16. Swetz

    When Looking at a Used Machine...How Many Hours are Too Many

    Hello All, As some of you know, I intend to purchase a backhoe in the next couple of months. I am seeing a lot of units with 5-7k hours on them. My question is: Where do I draw the line in my search? I mean, what is the life expectancy of a backhoe? Years ago, it was more related to the engine...
  17. Swetz

    Grapple for Full Size TLB

    Hello All, As some of you know, I started a thread about which piece of equipment to buy first. well, it was decided that a backhoe would be most useful at this point. Anyhow, during the discussion it was suggested that I get a TLB with a 4 in 1 front loader bucket. I thought this was a great...
  18. Swetz

    Backhoe or Excavator

    Hello All, I want to purchase both a backhoe and a 18k-19k excavator for my property in north east PA. The question is, which should I purchase first. I have many tasks to complete, but first off I want to create a pad for a pole building which will take many tiraxe loads of stone to be moved...
  19. Swetz

    Seeking Knowledge

    Hello All, I come here every day seeking new knowledge regarding equipment, and am never disappointed. This site is awesome! I have some experience repairing backhoes, and some other equipment, but have been away from it for a while. I am the kind of a guy that gets great pleasure working hard...
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