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  1. 33horse

    How to make some easy money

    Life is full of risk I have no idea about the legalities as I am not a lawyer, if I was I wouldn't be on an equipment forum, but....I have to say Life is full of risk. Informed Risk. Risk and Safety must be explained and taken very seriously. I believe that if all due care is taken with the...
  2. 33horse

    How to make some easy money

    While on a trip to England, some of my relatives invited me to a birthday party. It was for a 12 year old nephew who has always had a fascination for construction Equipment. You should have seen his eyes when the lowboy pulled up and the JCB was unloaded. No one knew why it was there. The...
  3. 33horse

    Case 580SK Electrical Problem

    Trade In....??? I suppose I'm frugal when it comes to Trading In Good reliable equipment with Minor problems. Once you find a machine that you grow comfortable with , If you maintain it properly, it can last years and is as good as money in the bank. . The costs to rebuild Cylinders and...
  4. 33horse

    Case 580SK Electrical Problem

    580SK Electical Problem After following the Repair Manual, I have determined my gauges are good and sending units are good. The Tach Terminal on on the Alternator is good. My problems are definately wiring or grounds. So I'll be doing a lot of tracing. As for the console rebuild...
  5. 33horse

    Kiewit Pics?

    Kiewit I have to drive thru 15 miles of their current work everyday on Interstate 95 in Florida. They seem to have their act together as there are very few delays except for idiots who exceed the speed posted. It's a 15 mile widening to 6 Lanes with 3 overpass rebuilds and Concrete Median...
  6. 33horse

    Case 580SK Electrical Problem

    I've been having trouble with the Tach Failing within a minute of starting and at the same time the Alternator light on. This tells me to check the ALternator as both are fed by the ALternator. Belts are good and tight, Harness connection checked, and Alternator removed and shop tested good...
  7. 33horse

    Good place to buy parts/accessories

    Aftermarket Case Parts I have ordered tons of New aftermarket Pins, Bushings, and Parts from what used to be called Tractorstuff. Dale is an equipment man that has not let me down yet and the quality of the parts is excellent. He does have some original Case parts as well. Call his toll...
  8. 33horse

    Looking for replacement Relays

    Relay Source/Prevent Electrical Corrosion Thanks for your input. I found an answer to finding Replacement Relays for my Case 580SK in an odd way. I was on a parts run for some car parts and was browsing the auto parts store where I saw some relays that looked like mine, but sold as air horn...
  9. 33horse

    Looking for replacement Relays

    Good Idea Phil I did look at McMasters and they may be a source. Case wants $45 bucks each. ouch. I figure these things have to be common, but parts houses these days want part numbers and have no idea what they are looking at half the time. I appreciate you idea.
  10. 33horse

    Looking for replacement Relays

    Does anyone have a source for new relays that will fit a Case 580SK. I don't have the part number at the moment but they are about 1 & 1/2 inches square. My machine uses 7 of them. I had to swap my horn relay for the starter interlock relay so I can get my backhoe running.
  11. 33horse

    Boosting a hoe

    580SK Boosting Preppypyro, 3 years ago my SK had dual batteries, I replaced with one Interstate 900amp hour and have had no trouble. A tip though, any time I jump anyone, I turn off my truck so I don't fry my regulator or Alternator. I know one man that disconnects the positive lead...
  12. 33horse

    26 Foot Deckover Trailer for Sale

    I have a 2005 Load Trail Gooseneck Trailer For Sale near Melbourne, Florida. It's a 8 ton (16,000lbs) Tandem Axle Deck Over (8 feet wide) 26 foot long with Ramps. Dual Jack Stands. I'm the original owner. Asking $4700. Original Paint, Looks new and has seen very little use...
  13. 33horse

    Case 580SK Swing Tower

    Still Looking for Ideas Just to refresh this thread, I am still looking for some ideas on how to safely replace my swing tower Bushings and Pins on my Case 580SK. It's not how to replace them, it's how to safely replace them by separating the Boom tower from the Tractor without a hoist...
  14. 33horse

    Case Fuel Injector Pump Woes

    Case Information I found this site to be a big help in correctly identifying part numbers and names. http://www.casece.com/services/NAE/services.asp?RL=NAE&id=33 Click on search now. Enter in your model and select the system you need info on. If the link does not work, use...
  15. 33horse

    My 580SK

    PreppyPro I Paid 7000 and have invested 2500 and my time.. since I've had a few walkup offers for over 20,000. But it's not for sale. I met an old man that old me if an operator would grease the machine everyday, Bushings and Pins will last forever, especially with Moly Grease (any Brand)...
  16. 33horse

    My 580SK

    Worn out-Sloppy, Creakin and a leakin Mechanically this hoe was worn out and it was leaking fluid from all the cylinders and hoses. It was formerly used for concrete work. The Cummins motor was in great shape And well maintained. I rebuilt all the cylinders and replaced most all Bushings...
  17. 33horse

    My 580SK

    Use I thought it would make a good lawn ornament. Just Kidding ! Ponds, Borrow Pits, Trenches, Ditches, Carving Pasture out of Jungle, Making money
  18. 33horse

    My 580SK

    Thought I'd post my last major project. Before & After. A 97 Case 580SK. Found on side of road in poor condition but the price was right. Now it's a big Tonka Toy with a new life and hard working she is. The Last picture is a Pine stump that measured 8' across the root ball. It makes a...
  19. 33horse

    Trenching/3 point Trenchers

    Thanks for the info. I ldon't have a Hydrostatic Transmission so the 3 point Idea is out. Thanks for all the information. The one lesson I learned in Renting a Trencher is look at the Tires and Height off the ground if trenching in dirt or Sand. Turf Tires and low clearance will make it...
  20. 33horse

    Trenching/3 point Trenchers

    3 point Trencher Tes They are PTO Driven. I'm sure that my 52 HP John Deere can handle it, but I am not sure if they work well and if the tractor needs a super granny low to creep.
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