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    Cat 299C Coolant Change

    Looking to change the coolant in my 299C. I've done several searches and I'm having trouble finding much info on where to drain. There is a petcock on the right side of the block above the oil filter that is on extremely tight (is this a left hand thread by chance?). Any brass plugs lower on the...
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    Cat 299C Park Brake won't release

    Park Brake won't release when pushing the park brake switch. The diamond with ! flashes. The door, seat and armrest switches are working and the lift arms and bucket hydraulics will activate but the park brake won't release. I believe it is either the switch, the park brake solenoid, or the...
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    299C Main Drive Motor Hydraulic Connections

    Currently in the process of changing the right side hydraulic drive motor hoses. I want to make sure I hook them up correctly. Have found a diagram that shows the connections on the pump end (top front is forward, bottom front is reverse). Can't find a diagram for the drive motor end. Can anyone...
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    Cat 299C Roof Sealant

    Well I got the hydraulic leak solved but now the sunroof (which I believe is polycarbonate) has come loose again. I recently re-installed it with Dow U-428 glass adhesive but the bond between the adhesive and the polycarbonate came loose after using it for a couple of hours. Does anyone know...
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    Cat 299C Hydraulic leak - need service manual

    I have a Cat 299C (JSP prefix) that is leaking hydraulic fluid (appears to be coming from the far end of the hose that connects to the bottom of the hydraulic tank under the cab). Any suggestions where to buy a service manual? My local dealer wants over $800 (ouch!) Appreciate any guidance...
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