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  1. LostBoulder

    CTL Tracks Recommendations (CAT 299D3)

    Been searching the forum finding little info on CTL Tracks, brands and experiences. As I close in on 1000hrs with my 299D3 CAT w/ 450MM BAR Pattern tracks, I'm seeking advice. Need to be good for turf (landscaping, brush cutting, not destroying turf), gravel (driveway repair, leveling...
  2. S

    Cat D6C track problems

    Hey guys, I have a Cat D6C 76A that the tracks keep jumping off the lower rollers when going backwards. I tightened the tracks up to see if that was the problem but it was no different. None of the rollers are stuck. Is there something else I should be looking for?
  3. B

    Cat 257b Track install

    I am not able to install the tracks on my 257b. I confirmed the size with CAT and taken manual measurements and they all match. However they are incredibly tight. I have removed the tension bar and the front idler. I have zero slack to get the front idler back on. I have searched the internet...
  4. FaktorII

    2016 Case excavator cx80c tracking problem

    I’ve got a problem that keeps showing up with my tracks. Machine won’t turn when both sticks engaged. Each side works fine by its self but as soon as I try to turn slow and engage second side tracks just almost stop. If I engage both tracks straight or back all the way it will track forward or...
    • FaktorII
    • Thread
    • case case cx80 cat excavator help kobelco kubota problem tracks
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Excavators
  5. S

    will a CTL push snow?

    I've been using a CAT 262B for all sorts of projects on my property in the mountains, but its most critical job is plowing snow. There isn't a flat space on the property, so I've often thought a CTL would significantly reduce the pucker factor of summer projects, but I also don't think tracks...
  6. D

    D5C XL series III slow blade hydraulics at idle

    Just bought a used D5 that pushes strong. All seems to work, except it won’t even lift the blade at idle. Everything works as it should and blade will even lift machine at 3/4+ throttle. Is there an adjustment for hydraulic speed? It would be nice to be able to move the blade even when the motor...
    • dfester
    • Thread
    • d5c dozer slow hydraulics tracks undercarriage
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Dozers
  7. C

    New Holland 190b, looses power at the tracks after 1 hr.

    I have new Holland 190b. 3k hours. has several issues. 1: it never has had enough power to push up to something and spin the tracks. After about 1 hour of use, it has almost no power. it will not push into a pile of gravel and fill the bucket. running in high gear without anything in the bucket...
    • case480
    • Thread
    • alarm final drive hot loss of power oil skidsteer tracks
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Skid Steers
  8. ridenby

    Welding tracton cleats to inside of over tire tracks

    Have OTT/ over tire tracks, getting tire spin/slippage in wet, steep, muddy conditions. Thinking I will weld 3/8 square stock on inside of tracks to catch tire lugs and help keep tracks spinning. Outside might benefit later. I get the tracks tight as a banjo string,I have two sets of...
  9. Forrest Whittington

    Right track stuck in reverse. 262B

    Thanks for your help. I’m at a total loss. there was some poorly managed maintenance done between the engine and pump. Upon receiving the equipment back the right track now is stuck in reverse while the left is dead. Left stick doesn’t do anything. Is there a schematic I could trace crossed...
  10. KyS650

    CAT 259d3

    I'm looking at making the jump from a wheeled machine to tracks. I've been eyeing the 259d3 pretty hard. Has anyone had any experience with those? Any pros/cons? Any input would be much appreciated.
  11. S

    Case 1450b chains from d6t

    Hello, can anyone tell me if d6t chains will go on a case 1450b dozer .? Thanks Sam
  12. J

    Problem with over the tire tracks

    Guys, im in a bit of a situation here. I have rubber solid tires and a set of grouser bar tracks. I know these arent recommended for solid tires but this is for one project and i dont have the funds to change anything in setup. So here is what happened, i tried some other tracks, a lighter...
  13. S

    New tracks: Prowler Vs MWE Vs...?

    Hi all, New member here. Found this forum when looking for reviews on tracks. I'm replacing the tracks on my dad's T190 Bobcat, which is about 10yrs old, and I'm on a budget. I can't quite navigate all the options, and I'm overwhelmed. I found the "track crap shoot" thread from 2016, and I'm...
  14. K

    Track alignment?

    I have a 2014 259D new to me. It has 2700 hrs. Tracks seem to be in good shape. I had problems a week or so ago with the left track not wanting to stay on the machine. I had taken it back to CAT for them to work on a cooling problem, AGAIN, and told them about it. They told me the tracks...
  15. NW.Wisc.guy

    I’m thinking I should get some OTW tracks. Any recommendations?

    I let a friend store his 40’ RV in my back yard over the winter and when he came to take it out it got off of a board we laid down to keep it from rutting the lawn and one side of it sunk into the soft ground petted deep so I figured heck, I have a skid steer for just these occasions so I...
  16. J

    215B Excavator - Track not working in reverse

    Hey, Trying to help my father with his 215B excavator 9YB serial. When going forward the machine will track fine and straight, however when reversing the left track does not turn so the machine turns to the right. I swapped the 2 hoses on the track motors over from left motor to right motor...
  17. RenoHuskerDu

    Derailing happens. Which ex is easiest to fix?

    Had a chat with the John Deere sales droid. When (not if) it derails, it's the big old metal bar, reinstall the track, then pump it back up full of grease method. BTDT too many times. In deep mud, derailing happens. Are there any new excavators that offer power retraction of the tensioners, or...
  18. ferrret3238

    Kobelco 135 excavator idler wheel repair?

    I've got a Kobelco SK135SRLC Excavator that I'm going to have to work on sometime soon for the owner. The track idler wheel bearing? Bushing? Something? is shot. That's my question. I have the parts manual in front of me and all it lists is basically the idler, shaft, bushing, and the seal...
  19. Sean Ashford

    Heavy Equipment tires, rubber tracks and over the tire tracks (OTT)

    Here to make sure you find the perfect tire and tread pattern for your machine. We can answer any questions about heavy equipment tires, rubber tracks and ott tracks you may have.
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