I just purchased a 2000 JD 200LC excavator. It's a nice little machine, that is overall very good condition. However, it does needs new pins and bushing on the bucket linkage. The tip of the bucket slops 2-3 inches back and forth and sideways. I think I am right in saying that I should replace the 4 pins and the bushings in that linkage immediately before doing any work with the machine.
About how much would the pins and bushings cost for this machine? Where would be the best place to get them? Is it easy to replace them myself or should I get a mechanic to replace them?
Thanks
P.S. The machine is equipped with a hydraulic pin grabber coupler. Does this make any difference to the procedure? The coupler is fine - its the pins and bushings in the linkage that connects the stick etc. to the coupler that are worn.
About how much would the pins and bushings cost for this machine? Where would be the best place to get them? Is it easy to replace them myself or should I get a mechanic to replace them?
Thanks
P.S. The machine is equipped with a hydraulic pin grabber coupler. Does this make any difference to the procedure? The coupler is fine - its the pins and bushings in the linkage that connects the stick etc. to the coupler that are worn.