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    1999 D5M LGP No reverse

    More info: Tried to edit my original post but can't find edit button Internet searches have revealed 2 of the 113 codes that are transmission codes, 6901.07 and 692.07 ( Transmission solenoid #1 and #2) Which ones are these? What do they operate? Location? I've also read not to try to...
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    1999 D5M LGP No reverse

    SN: 3CR01449 Following codes: codes that start with 030: 96.03 110.08 248.02 271.05 271.06 324.06 Codes that start with 113: 168.03 299.13 681.03 691.07 692.07 693.07 694.07 722.03 Recently the big (3" diameter) transmission fluid hose developed a leak. My dad replaced it and had to add...
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    D5M LGP codes

    THANKS!!! Maybe I can return the favor one day. Glad people still help strangers with answers
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    D5M LGP codes

    Thank you so much Mark for taking the time to reply! A schematic would absolutely be helpful. My plan would be to disconnect and clean all of the harness connections that I can easily get to. What is the method for resetting the codes? Is it a pin to pin jumper?
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    D5M LGP codes

    Hi All, I'm curious about some codes on my new to me '99 dozer. It seems to run and operate fine, no problems that I can tell SN: D5M 3CR01449 030 0248.02 030 0271.05 030 0271.06 030 0324.06 030 0096.03 030 0110.08 I just got the Operation and Service manual but...
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    D5M LGP oil and other questions

    Thanks. I was going to call Cat Monday and get a book that is why I'm asking the dumb questions here.... just in a hurry to get info Not just Ritchie but every internet spec listed that I saw shows 6.9 gallons as capacity. Oh well, I guess I'll crawl under there again :D
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    D5M LGP oil and other questions

    Think I should drain the overfill down? Anyone know the fill spec with filter for a 99 D5M LGP?
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    D5M LGP oil and other questions

    Sorry to keep bothering you guys :D I used the search tool but "oil" is too short :rolleyes: Friday I bought a '99 D5M and I'm changing the filters and topping off the fluids. 1) What type of transmission/drivetrain oil do you use? All I can find is SAE 30W meeting TO-4 spec...
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    1962 D6B Head Gasket

    This is the plan: 1) Ill put a new cap on it, run it and see what happens 2) If still getting hot, I'll take the old cap, cut a hole in it w/ a hole saw and make the NAPA chemical tester fit although - Where is the water going? I've had gasoline engines w/ a bad cap and the coolant would go...
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    Serial plate location

    Unbelievable... Thank you Cmark. If were a snake it would have bit me. Its in plain view, attached to the plastic right behind the seat. Like the pic of the open station one above that is on the armrest. I thought Cat would have put them on a more permanent structure? Anyway, mystery solved
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    1962 D6B Head Gasket

    I'm well experienced in doing leak down tests with race motors and have done it 100 times. How do you do it with a diesel? I'm assuming I can use my current gauges but will need some adapters? I also know that NAPA has a combustion leak chemical test but the radiator cap/fill on the dozer is...
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    Serial plate location

    Thanks all It's dark thirty here now, so Ill check behind the seat tomorrow
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    Serial plate location

    I've looked all over it. In every compartment, door etc. it's an original paint cab tractor, so it's not been painted over. It's really frustrating. If you know a pic would be helpful. The only info I can find on the web is that it is either on the chassis, below the fuel tank or on the cowling...
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    Serial plate location

    Can someone tell me where to locate the SN on a 1999 Cat D5M? I know it's a stupid question but I've spent 15 min looking around this thing. Thanks
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    1962 D6B Head Gasket

    I can only assume that a head gasket from a Cat dealer would be 2x cost of same gasket from another source. Does anyone have a source for good quality parts? We do have a local Cat dealer drop box and can easily get one from them but I told my dad to hold off a day or so and I would...
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    Compare Deere 750c to 850C

    I know I started this about the Deere and I'm likely to go with an 850C but I'll consider a D6R before I write the check. I have noticed that a few of the Cats have the angled (offset?) seat. This seems really convenient for tracking back and forth. Are there any downsides to this seat...
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    Compare Deere 750c to 850C

    Thank you. I believe you misunderstood me (or I didn't say it right) He asked me what reason I wanted a ripper for. I only meant that I was not actively looking for them. They just happened to already be on the 2 machines I was looking at. Sorry Thanks.
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    Compare Deere 750c to 850C

    750 $38,500 13,000 Hrs http://www.rockanddirt.com/equipment-for-sale/JOHN-DEERE/750C/invnum=38220580 850 $59,900 ( not listed, 1 owner, new pumps and drives)...
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    Compare Deere 750c to 850C

    No reason for ripper. They just happened to be in my price range and have them. I thought they would be handy for tree roots before pushing them down
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    Compare Deere 750c to 850C

    Thanks, that was what I as needing. Doesn't seem like 42 hp would make that much difference, but if it does, it does. Ok, now let me change direction on you. I've seen a few Cat D6R's, similarly equipped for similar price. What's the difference in pushing power of a early 2000's...
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