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    1973 Ford 4000 Oil Pump

    Hey yall, I’m looking for some opinions on this. I have a 1973 Ford 4000 SU farm tractor with the 172 ci, 3 cylinder diesel. Over the summer I noticed that the oil pressure gauge was showing a decrease in pressure. Unfortunatly I cannot remember for sure what the pressure was prior but I think...
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    Architectural design software

    Any recommendations out there? I'm looking for a basic program, NO CLOUD! Thanks.
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    GM 4.3l vs. 4.8l Which one you take?

    Hey all, I am considering purchasing a used Penske light duty box van like this; https://www.penskeusedtrucks.com/truck-types/light-and-medium-duty/light-duty-box-trucks/unit-9123709/particle-1 Some of these vans come with the 4.3 liter V-6 with an 8 speed transmission and others with a...
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    Switching from dayton hubs to hub pilot hubs

    For the sweat pants and sneaker crowd;
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    Transmission Jack

    Hey y'all, I have been looking around for a used transmission jack for my clutch project on on '88 F800. This will be a first for me and am looking for advice on this jack I found for sale locally.
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    Teupen hyLift repairs and maintenance

    Not really forestry, more like arborist but this will do. This lift belongs to one of my customers. He bought it for me to work on his property. I have been using it for about 10 years. The last few days I have been topping dead oaks.
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    Overload spring perches

    Hello all, I am looking for help identifying the proper part number for the overload spring perches for my 1988 Ford F800. As you can see the Automann M826 perch on the left is not correct. Although the dimensions on center for the mounting holes when measured horizontally are the same, they...
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    Air brake systems and diagnostics

    Last week I noticed a problem with the air brake system on my 1988 Ford F800. I had been using the truck by itself daily during the week and all systems were working as designed. When I connected my trailer to move my dozer is when the problem became apparent. Problem; Setting the parking...
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    Fuel tank repair

    Recently I noticed that one of the fuel tanks on my truck was leaking fuel and the other day when it suddenly became a drip, drip , drip, I decided it was time to pull the tank.
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    Electricians wanted

    I’ll start out by saying that I am not an electrician, do not want to teach anyone how to wire anything and don’t want to come across as sounding like I know anything about the subject. I do want to share some of the wiring ‘mistakes’ that I have recently uncovered with the help of my...
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    Dozer tree spear

    Hey y'all, Here's a project that I've had in mind for a few years. The property that I work on has hundreds of junipers that ultimately will need to be removed. Previous workers have cut the trees, chipped the tops and left the stumps and logs to be dealt with by some future worker...
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    USDOT Regulations

    I recently received a letter from the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles stating that I would need to provide them with my Federal DOT number in order to re register my truck. Well, I don't have a DOT number. I figured that since I don't transport people for hire, transport HAZ MAT or...
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    1988 Ford F800 Clutch identification/adjustment

    Hello all, I was hoping you could all help me with this. The other day I had an issue with some clutch slipping. I had backed to the bottom of a slight hill with a load of stone, came to a stop and when I started to pull out the clutch slipped a bit before grabbing and proceeding...
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    Austin Weston with a DD

    How's 'bout this one? Not mine. https://worcester.craigslist.org/hvo/d/somerset-road-grader/6948789265.html
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    Mack with a DD

    Saw this last night on CL. Not my truck. https://providence.craigslist.org/hvo/d/ashaway-1981-mack-ramp-truck/6951681611.html
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    Dual Tire Pressure Equalization Systems

    Any experiences with these systems, like Cats Eye, Crossfire or other?
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    Screens

    Here's a shot of my screen plant.
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    Depreciation classifications

    I have always expensed my equipment 100% in the year of purchase but this year I plan on depreciating. I cannot find heavy equipment listed in any of the classifications listed in the instructions to form 4562 or in publication 946. I'm going to send an email to my accountant and see what they...
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    Komatsu PC 80 (1987)

    Going to look at one tomorrow. Any experience with these machines??
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    Liddell-Birmingham

    Here's my Liddell-Birmingham trailer. I use it to haul my JD 410B and my JD 450E along with other minor stuff. I've always been a little curious/confused about how much this trailer is actually designed to carry. It clearly lists the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating as 26,000 lbs. But, it also...
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