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by Paul Buhler
Thu Nov 24, 2016 10:15 am
Forum: Off-topic discussions
Topic: Happy gobbler gobbling!
Replies: 3
Views: 3902

Happy Thanksgiving. May all our crawlers start and run as well or better than expected.
by Paul Buhler
Wed Nov 09, 2016 12:19 pm
Forum: Early model JD crawler technical support
Topic: Steering clutches for a 1949 JD MC crawler
Replies: 24
Views: 15706

I don't know if an MC is set up the same as a 420, and I don't know why this only happens in second, but when you reinstalled the clutch pack, did you use new bolts to hold in the clutch plate? If so, they may be rubbing on the final drive housing. I put my 420's pressure plate mounting bolts in wit...
by Paul Buhler
Mon Oct 24, 2016 8:09 am
Forum: Off-topic discussions
Topic: Allis Chalmers wd45 brake job
Replies: 6
Views: 6109

I agree with Stan. If you have the skills and equipment to do a competent job, the going rate around here is $60 - $100 per hour. Of course getting charged less is always appreciated.
by Paul Buhler
Thu Oct 20, 2016 6:33 pm
Forum: Early model JD crawler technical support
Topic: 40c/420c steering brake
Replies: 9
Views: 7598

My guess would be that two or more quill springs are broken which lets the quill skew causing the clicking.As you probably know, a common shaft controls the throw out bearing and the brake band. Being deep in the darkness I don't think you can see all the springs. The only way I got to understand th...
by Paul Buhler
Mon Oct 10, 2016 6:26 pm
Forum: Late model JD crawler technical support
Topic: Left break drags in reverse - only
Replies: 6
Views: 5144

it won't be cheap It's all relative. Having a reliable working machine for the cost of clutches and a re-banding of the brake, new seals etc. is still cheaper than having the dozer work done by someone else. If you are at all handy, this project is not that difficult and based on my experience, Lav...
by Paul Buhler
Sun Oct 09, 2016 10:22 am
Forum: Off-topic discussions
Topic: Hurricane Matthew
Replies: 5
Views: 5499

Sorry to hear about the hurricane damage. Hope things dry out soon. Paul
by Paul Buhler
Sun Oct 09, 2016 10:19 am
Forum: Late model JD crawler technical support
Topic: Left break drags in reverse - only
Replies: 6
Views: 5144

My 420 had a similar issue accompanied by a groan, but also only in reverse. I tore my finals apart and found that on the offending side, a slow leak at the pinion shaft seal had allowed dust and gear oil to make a dry sludge on the brake band. In reverse the band clearance brought the sludge in con...
by Paul Buhler
Sat Oct 01, 2016 5:49 pm
Forum: Off-topic discussions
Topic: Drove a Steam Bulldozer Today
Replies: 1
Views: 2913

but only gets 7 miles to the cord!
That's a lot of weight to throw around multiple times to get the desired work done. Looks like you had fun.
by Paul Buhler
Tue Sep 27, 2016 11:48 am
Forum: Off-topic discussions
Topic: Upside Down Woodsplitter Project
Replies: 9
Views: 7438

Tom, how about some pictures?
by Paul Buhler
Mon Sep 26, 2016 6:30 pm
Forum: Off-topic discussions
Topic: Upside Down Woodsplitter Project
Replies: 9
Views: 7438

Always interested in hearing about others' interests beyond our common dozer addiction. Keep on posting. I look forward to seeing your splitter rebuild.

Btw, my pallet fork project is restarting due to cold weather forcing the need. :D
by Paul Buhler
Wed Sep 14, 2016 7:43 pm
Forum: Off-topic discussions
Topic: Logging arch
Replies: 5
Views: 5691

Looks like it sold.
by Paul Buhler
Wed Sep 14, 2016 7:49 am
Forum: Early model JD crawler technical support
Topic: 420 oil filter change
Replies: 5
Views: 5472

Yeah Stan I agree, but.... :?
The used gasket/o-ring was finally on it's last legs and needed to be replaced.
by Paul Buhler
Tue Sep 13, 2016 7:51 pm
Forum: Show & Tell
Topic: John Deere 350D versus Chainsaw
Replies: 5
Views: 7658

This is how I'm carrying my saw. I don't like climbing over it getting in and out of the seat. This scabbard keeps it handy from both sides of the machine and out of my way.

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by Paul Buhler
Tue Sep 13, 2016 7:38 pm
Forum: Early model JD crawler technical support
Topic: 420 oil filter change
Replies: 5
Views: 5472

I've gotten filters and gaskets from Lavoy, and now from another supplier since it was local and convenient. In both cases, the gaskets were slightly undersized, in my opinion; but it makes sense that they would "shrink" in storage and need flexing to fit. Not a big deal once I figured it out and go...