Komatsu PC138USLC-2 update! I have received my illustrated parts manual and printed off the service manual as well as changed the oil filter, fuel filter, hydraulic filter and air filter and began the process of wire brushing, rust inverter and spray painting! I had power cleaned the unit for more than eight hours to remove layers of grease, dust and dirt and the cab was a disaster area! When I extended the bucket out to check and fill the hydraulic reservoir and then retracted it, I noticed hydraulic oil dripping out of the hydraulic controls area and onto the frame! Is this typical or should I remove the covers and look fir a hydraulic leak? The unit had been sitting for a month prior to operating! I looked at the hydraulics tree just inside the observation/small access four and no leaks were visible! Is it possible during the retracting process that oil hit the overflow during extending the boom? I need to open this area up regardless so if anyone has suggestions or cautions for cover removal over the hydraulic controls that would be appreciated!
I also have started the process of painting the cab and found the rollers on the door are all missing! Moving the door can be done with brute strength but repairs are needed! Even the door handle is missing for some reason! The door had been hit so hard the glass evidently was broken and replaced with plexiglass with RTV silicone to mount it! Are door parts available aftermarket or from Komatsu? It seems that replacing the glass on the door and lower front of the unit (sn:1118) may be complicated and require creativity! Thanks fir your comments and input! Pictures will be added when I next post!
