Hydraulic fluid replacement and general maintenance EX60URG
As a newbe owner of a Hitachi ex60urg midi excavator I will be replacing the Hydraulic fluid ,fuel ,air,and oil filters on this machine. My main concern is after draining all hydraulic fluid from...
View Article2013 CAT 305.5E CR mini ex
I'm contemplating buying a Cat 305.5E CR with long stick, thumb, and four way blade. Cab machine a must, just wanted input on this compared to the Case CX55B. I really like both machines but the cat...
View Article3 foot bucket on a 3.5 ton
Does anyone use a 3 foot digging bucket on a 3.5 ton mini? If so, what kind of ground do you use it in and how does the mini handle it? I could use a 3 foot bucket but I'm not sure if my 3.5 tonner...
View ArticleTB045 final drive parts
I am working on a final drive on a Tak TB045 serial number 1852. The only part that is bad is the "drive gear" the shaft that connects the hydraulic motor to the planetary gears. The sun gear rides on...
View ArticleRockhound 30EXHD or 40EX for KX057?
The weight and price of both units are close enough to be the same, ~730lbs and ~$9k. The mower is going on a KX057-4 with dual aux hydraulic circuits, 19.8gpm for the mower's circuit. Which unit would...
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Hitachi ZX80SB 2007 year, size rotating tower
hi, please help. I need size rotating tower, space rotation, attached document, drawing. or specify where the possibility of tracking down the drawing. Attached Images connecting dimensions of the...
View ArticleThoughts on Bobcat E35
First time poster looking to purchase used mini ex. Looking at 3.5 tons with zero tail. Came across a good deal on an e35 and was wondering what people thought of them compared to a kubota u35 and tak...
View ArticleMini Excavator Thumb?
I'm thinking about mounting a thumb to my mini ex. It already has aux hydraulics on the boom for a breaker. I'm wondering the plumbing issues I'll have if I want to use this circuit for the thumb. Do I...
View Articlebobcat 337
I have a 2008 337 bobcat when I swing either way and stop it makes a load creaking noise any suggestions???? thanks
View ArticleLooking to purchase a used excavator, I would appreciate any advice
Hey guys, I am in the market for a used mini (midi) excavator. I will be using it to supplement the work I do with my L190 skid steer which is among other things, land clearing and small demo work. The...
View ArticleMini excavator motion warning
How do you turn off motion warning on 328 bobcat ? Thanks
View ArticleCat 308e Exhaust Problems
On Cat 308e dash 2 they have exhaust cleaner, some gas recirculating thingy(standard CAT fit), and we are having problems with them not running correctly or wires or sensors faults. Anyone else out...
View ArticleBradco excavator flail
Just curious if anyone has run the bradco flail mower on a compact hoe ? Seems they are fairly new to the market with a couple of unique features . They are running a slip clutch setup between the...
View ArticleHelp! Cat 302.5c excavator thumb
Ok need some expert advice please, 2006 caterpillar 302.5c. Im trying to put a thumb on and the thing will only run one way with the auxiliary hydraulic switch, I have the valve in the 2 way position...
View ArticleIHI 35n opinion
What are the opinions on the IHI 35n. I have recently seen one on Craig's List for a good price and I want to know their good/bad issues. I don't have the time or money to be finding them out all by...
View ArticleCAT 304CR Glowplugs
So when the key is turned the glow plug lights for just a second and disapears. I pulled the plugs to test, and 2 were bad. So I went ahead and changed all four. Glowplug timer maybe? Does the ignition...
View ArticleHappy with the kx121
Upgraded from a Bobcat 331 to a Kubota kx121-3 a few weeks ago and have been extremely happy! It's only about a ton heavier, but is A LOT more machine with a dramatic increase in reach. The dealer...
View ArticleBucket teeth for hard pan.
I know this has probably been hashed over many times but I simply cannot find any threads on it. My question is quite simple; What is the best recommended tooth for working caliche? My mini is a '88...
View ArticleGetting paid for Equipment improvement interview?
Hey guys I got a call from a third hand company claiming they set up interviews for equipment manufactures so they can see what customers have to say about there equipment and what they can do to...
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