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    Steel vs Rubber tracks

    Hi everyone, I run a landscaping company in norwestern ontario. we do lots of natural stone work ie. retaining walls/stone steps and flag stone. we have a brand new this year cat 305 with rubber tracks and have just about 800 hours on it and counting will be just under 1000 by end of season...
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    Tracking Maintenance Intervals CAT 306CR

    Recently purchased a used CAT 306CR Excavator. It almost look like the “Maintenance” option has been removed from the menu on the machine’s display. See the attached photo that shows the operators manual (where it is suppose to be) and our actual display where it is missing. I am trying to...
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    Should I rent or buy?

    Here’s my situation. I’ve bought 10 acres connecting to my parents property, they have 36 acres. There is another 10 acres next to my property that I want to buy in the future. I’ve been clearing trees for the past year, as all the acreage that I bought is wooded. The property is mainly a steep...
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    Need Help with Komatsu PC55 **Possible Hydraulic Issue**

    I have a Komatsu PC55-MR3 that I purchased from China and got it shipped here in Calgary, Canada. The machine was dropped at a Komatsu dealership and they filled up the machine with fluids and diesel and performed the following work: Filled hydraulic fluid, engine oil & coolant Change the...
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    Bobcat 435 bogs under load after a while

    Hi all- I have a 2006 Bobcat 435, S/N 563212092 and am seeing some issues with it bogging down after use (10 minutes to an hour, variable). Prior to this it will start and run normally. Once it bogs, if I back off usually it stays running as long as I’m quick enough, otherwise it stalls. After...
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    Just purchased a used 07’ Terex tc50. I cannot find the iso/ase control pattern switch.

    I just purchased this used machine and the controls are not what I am used to (iso) and it is throwing me way off as my brain just won’t learn the current pattern. I’ve read online that this machine has a switch to toggle between iso/ase but nobody says anything about the location and I’ve gone...
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    Slow starter while battery is good

    Hi, I would apreciate your thoughts on this problem: I have one of those chinese mini excavators (HT10 with Koop KD192f diesel motor). I recently couldn't get it to start while motor was warm, the starter seems to turn too slow. What we checked/tried so far: 1-the battery is ok (12,70 volts)...
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    Scat Trak Mini Excavator

    Anyone parting out a Scat Trak Mini Excavator? Looking for a swing motor. Preferably within a few hours of NYC
  9. catmanjan

    Engine swap a Chinese mini excavator?

    Has anyone seen this done? I have the opportunity to buy an excavator with a bad single cylinder diesel, I have a kubota d722 sitting in the shed - what’s involved in swapping them? I understand the bigger mini excavator comes with this same Kubota engine
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    John Deere 26G 27D 35D 35G Mini Excavators

    I am looking to buy some used attachments for my JD 27d. Do you guys know if all of the listed (26G 27D 35D 35G) models use the same size bucket ears for the JD quick attach wedge coupler? Are attachments for all the John Deere 26G 27D 35D 35G interchangable?
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    Kubota Excavator Canopy/ROPS Removal

    I have a customer contacting me about a job in a courtyard that would require access through a low-height breezeway. I am currently away on a military construction project with the National Guard and unable to look at my machine to see if I can remove the ROPS for the job. I was hoping someone...
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    Auger for 2016 Hyundai R55 9A

    The company I work for is actively in the market for purchase of an auger that is compatible with our 2016 Hyundai R55 9A mini excavator, I've been put in charge of finding one however my searches on the internet have not been going too well. If anyone could help point me in the right direction...
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    Hitachi 50 Weird no-start or power to modem

    I have a dead 2015 Hitachi ZX 50u excavator. I went out, started it today, and walked away to let it warm up, came back 5-10 min later and it had shut down. I turned the key and the windshield wiper twitched but nothing happened, the screen won’t even turn on. Cycled again and not even a twitch...
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    2016 Cat 301.7D CR ROPS removal

    Hi, I am looking at purchasing a 2016 Cat 301.7D CR with an open ROPS canopy. I will need to store it for the winter in a garage with a 7’ tall door. Does anyone know what is required to remove the ROPS system for long term storage? Can the machine be moved while the ROPS is off? I am planning...
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    Need parts for a TB016

    I have a tb016 that needs the foot plate(P/N:0338235830) for the operators station. Two cover plates (P/N:0331021003) for the back of the final drives. And one plate for the final drive planetary gear (P/N:1903121202) set that the oil drain/fill pugs screw into, also need the c-clip and o-ring...
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    Case CX31b boom swing

    Hello everyone, This is my first post so I apologize in advance if I’m asking the wrong crowd or if i’m in the wrong area. I recently purchased a Case CX31b and I can’t figure out how to operate the boom swing cylinder. The machine came with a hydraulic hammer which is powered by two auxiliary...
  17. Robert Crocitto

    Hyundai R17Z-9A

    Hi I am a new member. I am a Landscape contractor in NY on Long Island. I am thinking about purchasing a Hyundai Mini Excavator model R17Z-9A for digging small ponds and stumps and planting large trees. What are your thoughts on this Manufacture? A friend in the business is trying to convince me...
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    PC27R-8

    I have a 1999 pc27r-8 it turns on and runs fine as well as idling. If I shut it off it won't turn back on. I have tried a new battery, fuel pump, and thermostat. What else would this be? Is there other things I should be looking at?
  19. JamesPC35mr-2

    PC35MR-2 2007 Slow functions/ 3500 PSI

    Hi, and thanks for the help in advance. Been on here for a while and this is my first post, hopefully it’s in the correct place. I have a 2007 PC35MR-2, I have owned this machine for 4 years and use it only for personal use. I’ve been dealing with the issue the entire time, and manage my way...
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    Hyundai robex 80cr-9a showing low def and in reduced power mode

    Hello my father is looking for some help or advice on his 2016 Hyundai Robex 80cr-9a mini excavator. It has recently gone into reduce power mode and he cannot even get it out of the hole that it’s in. Yes called several mobile equipment services around and the soonest one can get is Monday. It...
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