955L Torque Converter Temp Probe Location
I replaced all gauges on my 955L but I can not find where the sending probe goes for the Torque Converter Temp. The Temp probe must have rusted in two because the lead from the old gauge was just...
View ArticleNew to me 955l
My new to me cat 955L was delivered today and I got to run/play with it for 2 to 3 hours, at this point I am very pleased with it. Most of what I have read and heard about these machines is they are...
View ArticleGRAPPLE LOADER needed in INDIO CA ASAP
Hello, We are considering doing a grinding job over in the Indio area, but are needing to rent a loader with a grapple attached. ( 966 etc ) Also interested to know, if there are any MORBARK Tub...
View ArticleSprockets and rails ???
Quite often when looking at the for sale ads I see "Rails 90% sprockets 20%" With a mismatch in wear like that wouldn't that be hard on the newer parts? What happens when you now replace the sprockets...
View ArticleBobcat T300 track squeal
I have a bobcat t300 that is a 2003 model. The motor runs well. After driving the loader for about 100 yards the left side track started to squeal. It was quiet at first and cold outside so, I let it...
View ArticleAre all trackloaders plumbed for 4n1 buckets
Looking at buying a John Deere 655 trackloader (Leiber). There are only a few with 4n1 buckets. I was thinking I could buy one with a regular bucket and install a 4n1 and was wondering if it is already...
View Articlenewbie looking for advice
Hi everyone, New to the forum and looking for some advice. Background: I own 27 wooded acres and have a variety of grading and clearing tasks that I'd like to finish next year. The land is moderately...
View ArticleCat 973 track loader won't travel or move but Engineeing and everything else...
We started and moved this machine and upon reversing, machine stopped moving. We noticed oil in the back and a busted hose. Replaced hose and filled the associated transmission oil. Which was totally...
View Articlehow do i take the track off of a T300?
Hello all, I have a 2003 Bobcat T300 with a bad idler. I need to take off the track but i see that there is a warning about very high pressure grease. I have a pretty good idea on mechanical things but...
View Article955h vs a941b which one ??????
I have been lurking on here for quite a while just joined to let you guys help me settle dilemma I have been having. I currently own a 955h I rebuilt the motor about 50 hrs ago pretty solid machine...
View ArticleRe-Sealing Hydraulic Cylinders?
Hello, I'm new to this forum. I just purchased a 1972 CASE 450D Track Loader. Cash is tight and I have a few things that I want to do before I start to use it to restore my property that was devastated...
View Article953C goes to neutral ---once in a while ??
Sometimes when I shift between forward and reverse it does nothing. If I wait a few seconds then it starts moving again. I may have some kind of problem with the shift lever as I notice sometimes the...
View ArticleService Manual for 1972 CASE D450 Track Loader Ser# 3049750
Where can I purchase the correct Service manual for my 1972 CASE D450 Track Loader Ser# 3049750? If found several on line, ranging from $20 PDF File to a $250 2" Thick Binder . I just want to buy the...
View Article953C service codes------what do they mean?
079 299F04 137F08 468F13 Any info appreciated. Machine is currently setting on trailer unable to move. I'm thankful I did get it loaded and home. LB
View ArticleJohn Deere 455 G
I'm new at this. I'm helping out a group that has about 90 acres of mixed land (old clay brick quarry along river). Some of it is pretty steep, other parts are flat. It needs a fair amount of work....
View ArticleCase d 450, anti rollback valve? Do i really need this?
MY 1972 CASE D 450 TRACK LOADER has a Rollback valve to keep the bucket level when raised or lowered. It leaks, and I found the the bottom adjusting bar is missing, probably why it leaks in the first...
View ArticleLoss of hydraulics
I have a Case 850B highlight, about 1980 vintage. The last couple times I have used it I have had real slow hydraulics on both the bucket and boom. They start off kind of slow. I have to give it full...
View Article955K won't do more then high idle
i hate posting a thread asking for advise on my mess, but alas, I'm stumped on this one! I hope someday I can offer the rest of yall some help, but for now, i'm "that guy" that's got more questions...
View ArticleCASE D450 Anti-Rollback Bottom Bar Dimentions needed. Also Slave Cylinder Kits
I am in need of the length of the bottom Anti Rollback Bar for a CASE D450 Track Loader. My bar is missing. Its no longer available, not even a drawing with dimentions. My manual has a drawing, but no...
View ArticleKomatsu SVL-90
I'm looking at getting a Komatsu SVL-90 for forestry work around my acreage. I know it is a relatively new machine but I would appreciate any opinions from those who have some familiarity with it to...
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