GFMotorsports
Well-Known Member
So what is the allowable operating grade that my tb135 can operate at? Meaning if its crazy steel what are the machine limitations before I tip this beast.
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Rookie question about TK
- Thread starter GFMotorsports
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joispoi
Senior Member
There's no "rule of thumb" for what angle you can operate an excavator at. The center of gravity is constantly changing with every movement of the bucket. An operator error can put a machine on its side on solid level ground.
GFMotorsports
Well-Known Member
I guess my main concern are the fluids not level and running the pumps dry if that's possible. I know if that oil pickup sucks air I'm in trouble.
GFMotorsports
Well-Known Member
My boss wants me to pretty much operate it on a 45 degree angle and I'm not thrilled cause I just
Bought the machine and really don't wanna mess up a pump or engine.
Bought the machine and really don't wanna mess up a pump or engine.
xcmark
Senior Member
have him come by the job and show you...... at 45* if you dont have the blade down hill and burried all the way down I dont see this being a good idea! I wouldnt worrie to much about the pump but the motor is a differnt story. most OEM i think say 30*
GFMotorsports
Well-Known Member
Yeh I think I'm going to try tier it off 1/3 of the way up. We shall see. Ill take pics for amusement purposes.