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cat skid steer

  1. quiksilvr

    Here is a Possible ThumbWheel Switch *SOLUTION*

    Hello everyone, I have a possible solution to very popular "THUMBWHEEL SWITCH" problem that seems to plague these CAT skid-steers. I have managed to REPAIR the one in my 226b. I have also repaired 2 other switches for a couple members of this forum. One member had a 229d and the other had a...
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    • auxiliary hydraulics cat skid steer joystick switch thumb switch thumb wheel switch thumbwheel issues
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    • Forum: Skid Steers
  2. A

    Cat 257b power at ignition but won't energize start relay

    Hello, hoping I can get some advice. I have a Cat 257b tracked skid steer, dash lights come on with ignition in run position but when I turn it to start position it's not energizing the start relay in the engine compartment. I have disassembled the instrument cluster to test the ignition, it...
  3. N

    Cat 246 skid steer starting issues

    Older 246 skid steer. Keeping it short and simple, had a fuel issues so I changed lifter pump and was able to get full fuel pressure and was able to get it running (using either) and it ran fine for a solid 8 hours (also put fuel additive in) Parked it and didn’t touch it for 7 days, fired it...
  4. J

    Cat B series instrument panel removal???

    Hello Cat 259b machine, Having some issues with the key switch and can’t for the life of my figure out how to remove the front panel on the top left to replace ignition switch. Also want to replace the quick detach button while it’s off Screws seem to be in from behind where it’s basically...
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