1975 350c dozer pads

[truck209]

Where can I get pads for my 350c dozer they are four bolt patern. I,ve already replaced chains last year and want to reuse same bolts. Would like price estimate and shipping to So. Vt I,ve already replace sprockets,adjusters,spring covers, idlers,and chains. Thanks Bob

[Lavoy]

Price will depend on pad style and/or width. Shoot me an e-mail with what you are looking for, and I will get you a price.
Lavoy

[Paul Buhler]

want to reuse same bolts

Bob: Clean your bolts carefully before removing them so as not to bugger the threads. Pad bolts stretch and need to be torqued on tight or they will shuck, loosen and then not be re-tightenable because of the thread damage. I'd also clean the bolts in water well when loose, then reassemble when dried with red thread lock - you will probably be torching them off the "next" time.

I've used machines with pads that are chronically loose and it's a pain to constantly try to keep them tight when you know it may not be possible, and it gets expensive if you lose pads.

Good luck upgrading your tracks. Paul

[JWB Contracting]

We store our pad bolts in a 10 liter (2 gallon) plastic jug and then oil them. Add some oil, replace the cap and roll the jug around.

We very rarely buy new bolts and have reused them on many times. Nor do we have trouble with bolts coming loose.

I have tried to use bolts that were over tightened previously. They stripped the threads upon removal and were very difficult to remove. Used some of them and then chucked them.

[Paul Buhler]

Jason has always shared good information and I listen to his methods carefully. He takes good care of his equipment and it is apparent.
While my experience is from a few years ago, I rarely seemed to get to use a machine that was as well maintained (unless it was mine ) as I would hope; so my comments are based on what I've experienced and how I dealt with the problem.
Always open to alternative solutions, and Jason's sound good too. - Paul