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  1. C

    Heavy Transport and Utility Vehicle Concept, Honest Real World Input Wanted

    Hey everyone, I’ve been developing a conceptual ultra-heavy logistics truck platform as a long-term engineering thought experiment and wanted feedback from people who actually work around large machinery, heavy haul systems, mining equipment, locomotives, recovery rigs, etc. The core idea is a...
  2. AresTechs

    Anyone get a Nexiq USB Link 3 to work with Service Advisor 5.4?

    I picked up John Deere Service Advisor 5.4.84 from some cheap Chinese seller because I wanted to use it with my Nexiq USB Link 3. Honestly, it was super cheap so I figured I’d give it a shot… But yeah, total waste. I tried it on like 4–5 different machines and couldn’t get it to connect to...
  3. ATMIPrecast_Eugene

    New guy here from a precast plant in Aurora, IL

    Hey everyone, my name’s Eugene and I’m with ATMI Precast out in Aurora, Illinois. We build precast concrete for all kinds of big projects, and we run a lot of heavy gear to make it happen. On any given day, you’ll see gantry cranes, forklifts, loaders, spotter trucks, and just about every piece...
  4. ATMIPrecast_Eugene

    Looking for a Vehicle Mechanic in Aurora, IL

    I’m with ATMI Precast in Aurora, IL. We have a great team that keeps our equipment running every day, including gantry cranes, forklifts, spotter trucks, end loaders, and compressors. We’re looking to add multiple Vehicle Mechanics who know their way around hydraulic, pneumatic, and DC...
    • ATMIPrecast_Eugene
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    • concrete construction diesel end loader heavy equipment maintenance manufacturing mechanic precast welding
    • Replies: 21
    • Forum: Personnel
  5. S

    Heavy & Construction Equipment Genuine & Aftermarket parts for HYUNDAI, DEVELON, VOLVO.

    We are a supplier of spare parts for construction and heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, bulldozers, and other machinery. Our product range includes both genuine and high-quality aftermarket parts for brands such as HYUNDAI, DEVELON, VOLVO, and others. We can offer: Competitive...
    • Solis-Hp
    • Thread
    • aftermarket parts construction machinery doosan parts excavator parts genuine parts heavy equipment hyundai parts spare parts volvo parts
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Excavators
  6. J

    Inquiry About Manufacturing Location for Caterpillar Machines - Serial Numbers J5K00564 & J5K00576

    Hello, Can anyone provide details about the Caterpillar machines with serial numbers J5K00564 and J5K00576? Specifically, I'm looking to know where they were manufactured. Thanks!
  7. E

    Massachusetts hoisting license renewal question

    Through an ag program at my high school, i was able to obtain a 2a equivalent hoisting license at 16, called an “apprentice license” My 18th is coming up and i got a notice to renew it- in the form it gives the option to remove restrictions, and was wondering if i selected to remove he-ha...
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    Anyone looking for CAT sensor assembly sensors? 4 available. Brand new, working. $7000. Moving. No storage room.

    CAT 541-2488 (ST220) DESCRIPTION FOR PART NUMBER 541-2488 Description: Cat sonic position sensors and switches use ultrasonic waves to determine the distance of an object. Attributes: • Sonic position sensor for Asphalt Paver • Housing Material: Aluminum • Connector-Type: 7-pin GT06 • Supply...
    • caterpillarbutterfly
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    • 541-2488: sensor assembly cat caterpillar cat® sensor assembly (st220) heavy equipment paver paving paving service st220
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Pavers
  9. D

    Heavy Equipment Steel composition breakdown

    Hello, does anyone know the steel compositions used in different equipment such as dump trucks, bulldozers, loaders, and excavators? I am interested in understanding the types of steel used and the quantity of steel plates involved. For example, in excavators with a total weight of 8,000 tonnes...
  10. P

    Hydraulic Hammer Identification

    Does anyone know the make/ model of this hammer? From what I've been told it's a 5K lbs for a 20 ton machine but the ID plate is long gone and I need parts. I believe it's an Allied hammer but no idea really, just best guess. Thanks for everyone's help.
  11. M

    Something you need to know about your big toy...

    MyMRO will publish some systematic knowledge about excavator parts, maybe you can get what you want to know here. Welcome to share with MyMRO your interesting things in the industry and related points that you know. Much appreciated:)
  12. M

    Identify Mitsubishi BD2G Dozer

    Hey yall. I'm working on a Mitsubishi BD2G dozer and the owner doesn't know the year. I'm hoping someone can help me figure it out. pin is 2B103326 model is BD2G. Thank you.
    • Mason Campbell
    • Thread
    • dozer heavy equipment help mechanical mechanic year by vin
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Dozers
  13. CMichael

    D5c

    I have a D5c serial number 5xk29073, model number 3046. I had ignition switch problems the other day and replaced the switch. at first it would not shut off, then it would not start and now all I am hearing is clicking. I have tried ( hard ) to read the schematic and I am just really having an...
    • CMichael
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    • clicking d5c dozer heavy duty mechanic heavy equipment ignition switch problem master mechanic
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Dozers
  14. S

    CAT 140G Motor Grader

    Have a look at this used CAT 140G Motor Grader available for sale at MY-Equipment: https://www.my-equipment.com/motor-graders/caterpillar-140g-72v01438 Year: 1976 | Model: 140G | Price: $55,000 | Location: Houston, Texas, USA
  15. J

    Michigan 75A Wheel Loader

    I have just purchased a Michigan wheel loader and it is in fair shape, everything works but the brakes, and it does not want to move when you first start it up and try to move, after you warm it up and keep the throttle high it goes in gear and works fine in all gears, no slipping, however if...
  16. J

    Chain Grade and WLL disagreement

    I was recently talking to a friend and we couldn’t agree on what the correct way to secure a load was. On say a 12000 lb skid steer I said a grade 70 chain 3/8” and binder on each of the 4 corners. He said a grade 70 chain 3/8” and binder one on front and one on back running from side to side. I...
    • Jmiller26b
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    • chain heavy equipment transport
    • Replies: 26
    • Forum: Trailers
  17. Addison

    Kovaco Elise 900 Electric Skid Steer

    Check out the new Skid steer by Kovaco, Evolution Mechanical Dealer for Western canada: www.evolutionmechanical.ca https://www.kijiji.ca/v-view-details.html?adId=1549343285&posted=true&adActivated=true https://www.kovacocompany.com/
    • Addison
    • Thread
    • electical heavy equipment sales
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Skid Steers
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    How much does equipment factor in to risk assessment?

    I did a very in-depth interview about risk in mining, honestly I feel like we could have spent more time on assessing equipment risk management but still good information for how mines are looking at their projects including equipment purchases. WATCH FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE The interview was...
  19. Addison

    Menzi Muck Spider Excavator

    Looking to Upgrade your Excavator to the next level Spider Excavator? Menzi Muck Prides itself for the maneuverable capabilities that No Excavator can do. take a look at www.menzimuck.com. or call or email me on the listing shown. I would love to talk to whom ever is interested
    • Addison
    • Thread
    • excavator heavy equipment menzi muck sales spider excavator
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Excavators
  20. D

    Broker & Buyers

    Hello everyone. I am new to this forum and I need help from you all. I work as a middleman selling used heavy equipment to US customers - as I was inactive for the past 2 years as I switched to a new job. But now I am planning to start this heavy equipment business again. I have buyers who...
    • dan1
    • Thread
    • brokers bull dozers dealers excavators graders heavy equipment hitachi rollers sellers wheel loaders
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Excavators
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