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  1. Setteduke

    Ford 555D 1996 Nasty Noise

    I have finally fixed all my hydraulic leaks! I went to move some #2 stone and filled the bucket, she couldn't lift the load. Machine didn't stall, just couldn't lift. I was able to back out and rotate the bucket to dump. When I went to move the machine it was making a high pitch whirring...
  2. Setteduke

    Ford 555D 96 new radiator and tire replacement

    Had radiator blow out. New radiator in but I didn’t see this piece. The radiator moves a lot, what kind of bracing do I need? Blew out front tire today. Get new tire or just repair, wonder what you all would do? Thanks.
  3. Setteduke

    Ford 555D Adding forks to bucket

    Picked up a set of forks. Any suggestions on the hardware needed to weld to bucket. Is there a way I can just have them stay on the bucket and flip back when not in use? Picture of forks attached.
  4. Setteduke

    96 Ford 555D Backhoe Boom Lift Issue

    I have a three lever center pivot backhoe. When I try and lift the boom at idle the machine can’t do it. I increase RPM and not an issue. All other functions work at idle. I checked the hydraulic fluid and had to add some. Still didn’t fix the problem. Can’t find a dramatic leak,I do have a...
  5. Setteduke

    Fixing 96 555D

    Got this machine from auction last year from a muni, so its got a good service record. Jobs on the list: trenching for power, install cistern, remove stumps, demo an old shack and dig a pond. Been going over what needs to be fixed/repaired/replaced. Found a few areas of concern any input on...
  6. Setteduke

    Demo Recs

    Have a 555D to demo this “hunting shack”. There is a Coleman fifth wheel attached to the back. Any idea on how big of a dumpster I should rent? Should I pull the fifth wheel out first and then demo the building? Thanks
  7. Setteduke

    555D seat will not spin

    Need some help. Seat on my 555D won’t spin. When I pull the lever on bottom the springs open, but something is not letting it spin took seat off but can’t find a way to get to the housing unit to see what is going on. Any advice please! I’m ready to pull stumps and want to do this in comfort...
  8. Setteduke

    1996 Ford 555D 4wd track rod

    My ball joint broke and then I bent the track rod. Where do I find parts to replace? Need the track rod, new ball joints. I can salvage the clamp bolts. OR just get all new? Any suggestions on what to look at with the steering cylinder to make sure I didn't do any damage to that part of the...
  9. Setteduke

    Ford 555D Hydraulic hose replacement

    I am new to this forum, new to owning a backhoe and of course new to replacing hydraulic hoses. I have a 1996 Ford 555 that blew a hydraulic line for the stabilizer on the right side. Can you fellas recommend what wrenches/tools I need for getting these hoses off? The space is tight and I...
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