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    Parts crossover d155-1 to. D155-2

    Hi all, does anyone know whether parts will cross over between d155-1 and -2. There are plenty of -1 in our area but not many -2. Was thinking main components parts eg tranny convertor finals ect. Cheers
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    Komatsu D155A-1 Dozer wont move

    I had same problems in my 85a-18. In regards to not moving I resealed tranny and steering pumps and replaced all o rings and hoses on suction side of pumps. In hindsight I think tranny oil was aerated on the dipstick. I have found slipping water pump belts and dirty radiator the most common...
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    Komatsu D85-18 Transmission problem

    Better late then never; Replaced all seals and o-rings on suction side of tranny and steering pumps, also resealed both pumps. Problem solved, dozer does straight into gear, also seems to drive a lot better, in hindsight tranny oil was bubbly (aerated) and is now back to normal. Thanks for the...
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    Komatsu D85-18 Transmission problem

    Hi, I Have a D85p-18 komatsu dozer and when you start it up it will not go into gear initially. If you start it up then let it run for a couple of minutes, turn it off, then start it again it nearly always goes straight into gear. It is very noticeable when the ??transmission pump?? kicks...
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    Cummins 855 coolant foaming

    Hi Everyone, sorry it has taken so long to reply. Status report. We removed heads on engine and sent away for checking. seems that liners were the issue. It is back together now and going well. Thanks alot
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    Cummins 855 coolant foaming

    Dozer works pretty hard pulling chain clearing scrub there has been no change in temperature behaviour . It will overheat 100c in summer (40 degree c days) but so does the other dozer it works with. i have no history on engine bottom end. will have a look at relief valve thanks. forgot to...
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    Cummins 855 coolant foaming

    Hi all, We have a Komatsu 85-18 bulldozer with a cummins 855 engine. The engine has recently started foaming up the coolant (we use fleetguard rust inhibitor and rainwater) out of the radiator cap and over the bonnet after approx 15min of operation. A ridiculous amount of foam comes out and can...
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