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  1. 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...
  2. O

    Trouble installing cylinder seals

    Hi, I am currently doing some long overdue maintenance and repairs on an inherited 235C Cat excavator 1974. I've replaced most of the seals in the bucket cylinder but cracked the buffer seal trying to install it. The seals were about 20% the price of Cat seals, Blumaq brand. It's 4-3/4 ID and...
  3. F

    Cat D5H

    Just took ownership of a 1986 Cat D5H XL. Serial number 8RC. I can’t seem to find much information on the internet about this machine let alone a operator or service/parts manual. Even parts.cat.com doesn’t seem to work for this machine. Too old maybe? Just wondering if anyone has any...
  4. J

    Cat 308B pilot Control valve

    Does anyone know where pilot control valve is on a cat 308BSR to switch from cat to JD. TIA
    • jxa5094
    • Thread
    • cat cat controls john deere komastsu pilot controls
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Excavators
  5. S

    Part number for tilt ram seal cat 226b

    What's the part number for seals for tilt cylinder on this machine.
  6. S

    **WANTED** right joystick only with roller switch For B series Machine

    looking to purchase right joystick only with roller switch For B series skidsteer. I'm looking for a used one at a reasonable price. Even the switch alone i'm willing to buy.
  7. I

    Cat 955K service questions

    I bought a Cat 955K S/N 85J3811 last year, also have PDF service manual. My questions: 1. there is an electrical problem and 2 people are needed to start the machine - 1 to adjust the throttle, and 1 to jump the starter solenoid to the battery cable terminal with a screwdriver. start switch...
  8. S

    cat 226b kills battery when switched off

    my cat 226b skid steer kills the battery if you don't disconnect the battery lead. The charge light flickers abnormally when the key is pulled out from the ignition. i haven't checked anything much. also does my model machine carry 2 speed?
    • Shan Singh
    • Thread
    • 226b cat caterpillar caterpillar 226b skid steer
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Skid Steers
  9. D

    can't get arms to raise up on my CAT skid steer

    i have a CAT skid steer model 232b2. i haven't been able to get the arms to raise up on it. with machine running parking indicator lamp does not come on. when i am pushing the button to release the parking brake, the seat belt indicator light starts flashing. machine will move, but i cannot...
    • dondd222
    • Thread
    • arms cat caterpiller loader skid steer
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Skid Steers
  10. J

    First dozer purchase,

    Looking between CAT, Case, John Deere. Between 25,000-35,000LB machine application: light dirt work (house pads, clearing work, etc) not sure if that is broad enough. But don’t want to limit the work. I have looked at the different brands just looking at quality and getting good service from...
    • Jacob Johnson
    • Thread
    • case cat entrepreneurship firstimebuyer johndeere
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Dozers
  11. Darien peto

    D5C Series 3 Hystat blade control

    Hello everyone, I recently acquired this machine and it was flooded in hurricane Ida, machine is back up and running but I am having major difficulties finding part # and diagrams. I also truthfully cant afford to buy a service manual for her at the moment. If anyone has a copy they are willing...
    • Darien peto
    • Thread
    • cat caterpillar control d5c diagrams dozer parts manual service manual
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Dozers
  12. S

    Cat 226b thumb wheel switch replacement

    Has anyone found an aftermarket thumb wheel switch that works on a cat 226b skid steer it's on the right joystick . Mine has gone completely missing and the replacement is cost too much. Is there any alternative switch that can work in its place to get the auxiliary working again. Even the the...
  13. A

    Cat D4C lgp blade hydraulic issues

    Hello everyone! I bought a D4C LGP and I’m having issues with the blade . When I use the blade lever in full motion sometimes the blade will function very slowly . When it does that I bring the lever back to neutral position and then I go half way and the blade operates quick as it should . This...
    • Alejo99
    • Thread
    • cat dozer dozer blade
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Dozers
  14. H

    CAT312L show the "CAL" on monitor

    Hello guy I met the problem with the "CAL" show on the top right corner of the monitor. And I can't see other info on the monitor anymore only the word "CAL". This problem is on 312L. Please check my images for mores details. Thanks.
    • Hai
    • Thread
    • calibration cat
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Excavators
  15. H

    Governor Actuator Calibration on Cat320

    Hello this is my first post on this site. I hope all of you can help me. I have Cat320 (7GJO1327) and I want to know How to calibration the Governor Actuator ?
    • Hai
    • Thread
    • actuator calibration cat governor problem cat 305
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Excavators
  16. J

    Figuring out a CAT VIN/PIN Number using the Serial Number and Model

    Hi, I have a long list of Serial Numbers for our earthmoving machines and wondered if CAT use a specific way of determining a VIN/PIN number? We have sites Australia wide - so wondering if I can figure this out myself before sending lots of emails asking our site fitters to send me photos of the...
    • JessRN
    • Thread
    • cat dozer serial vin
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Dozers
  17. Rolf Kraus

    Cat D6 B Clutch Slip

    Folks, Is there an existing post or do you have some guidance on adjusting a slipping clutch on a Cat D6 B? It will no longer push a heavy load or back up hill without slipping, it came on slowly, but we are using it heavily now, so it has become critical. It slips and the clutch lever will...
  18. S

    977l steering issues

    I have a 977l that quit steering altogether so I checked pressures and it was making pretty much 0 so that led me to replace the steering pump, after replacement I am still having the same issue which is the brake portion will stop the machine but if you press the left pedal to brake it stops...
  19. R

    d5k problems

    I'm having some problems with my 2016 cat d5k xl. she is about 4,500 hours old, she started to heat up a few weeks ago and since then i've been washing her radiator every week, until it didn't solve the problem anymore. This week she turned on the red warning light on the dashboard, but no beep...
    • rdmtt
    • Thread
    • cat d5k overheating
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Dozers
  20. Acetylene420

    CAT 315C Crowd Arm Stuck Extended.

    2003 ish Cat 315C crowd boom (outer arm with bucket) stuck in fully extended position. When joystick is pushed forward I can hear the fluid being sent. It whines for a few seconds as though you’re holding the joystick after fully extending a cylinder. However, the cylinder won’t move when...
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