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    jcb rubber track

    A review of the new JCB skid steer by Construction Equipment Magazine http://www.constructionequipment.com/article/top-operators-can%E2%80%99t-defeat-jcb%E2%80%99s-powerboom
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    John Deere's Con/Agg Page

    Haha, jokes on me. It's a marketing gimmick. http://events.deere.com/youreon/chatterbox/ Really had a bunch of us at work guessing for a minute.
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    New JCB Loaders

    Just revealed this week. http://www.jcbvision.com
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    12V Accessories

    Just wanted to ask what electrical gadgets people add to their cabs. Non factory items like 2-Way radios, GPS, etc.
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    Steel mill heavy equipment

    We actually use 613,621,631 and 657 front ends with 621 and 631 fitting the requirements for most machines.
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    Steel mill heavy equipment

    How about a fork lift attachment?
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    Cat Haul Trucks with Bottom Dumps

    In-transit pics.
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    Cat Haul Trucks with Bottom Dumps

    These are available from most Cat dealers also. 200 to 300 ton range. Primarily open pit coal mining. 45 mph top speed. Usually long hauls from pit to stockpile.
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    JCB Skid Loaders Likes/Dislikes

    What are peoples feelings about this companies skid steer product line?
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    Cat 627/657 Pic Post

    Not exactly scrapers but almost. Pic 1 Molten slag pot carrier with 631G front end Pic 2 Molten slag pot carrier with 621G front end Pic 3 Molten steel ladle carrier with 651E front end Pic 4 Finished steel slab carrier with 657G front end
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    Running the new D7E

    Big gains having fewer moving parts than standard D7's and better fuel economy due to engine operating 1500-1800 rpm instead of 2200. Operational differences, I have no idea. Machine availability? Implementing new technology always includes some growing pains. http://www.cat.com/D7E Electric...
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    Hour Meters - How do they work?

    Some stand alone meters are tied to the alternator R terminal to time only when engine is running. Most new equipment has this function integrated into the control systems.
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    auto lube system

    Auto lube option has become a pretty frequent request on our machines. Some customers still prefer the centralized manual lube points.
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