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I have a flat rear tire, but the wheel lug nuts won't come loose with my impact wrench. The manual says they should be torqued to 364 ft-lb. What's the best way to remove them safely?

My Skyjack lift starts with fuel sprayed into the carburetor but won't stay running. The fuel pump seems weak. Could the pump be the problem?

I have a Cat 140G with a badly worn moldboard around the cutting-edge bolt holes. What’s the best way to repair it? The machine also has low power and stalls under load. Where should I start?

I’m a new heavy equipment operator and just got the AC compressor working on my 1995 Cat 307. It makes a little noise, and the AC hasn’t been used in years. Does this machine use R-12 or R-134a refrigerant?

I'd check the steering clutch adjustment and linkage first. If that's okay, it could be a worn clutch or brake.

I’ve had good luck with heavy-duty four-post lifts too, the extra stability and clearance make working on large wheel loaders much easier.

I need a new undercarriage for my Komatsu PC200- & I'm wondering if parts from a PC200-6 will fit. Has anyone tried swapping rails, sprockets, or other undercarriage parts between these models?

Please check equipment salvage yards, as they're usually the best place to find older loader parts or a complete rear end.

My excavator swings left normally, but it won't swing to the right. I only hear a slight click when trying to swing right, and there are no visible hydraulic leaks.

Yes, the height varies by the type and model. Most standard on-road dump trucks are around 10-12 feet (3-3.7 m) tall, while larger articulated or off-highway mining dump trucks can exceed 20 feet (6 m).

I replaced the front hydraulic pump on my machine because it was leaking into the engine crankcase. The new John Deere replacement pump is larger than the original, but now all hydraulic functions are slow. Has anyone experienced this after installing the updated pump?

Hi @Felipe Rances, start by checking for anything mechanically blocking the swing before digging into the hydraulics. After that, inspect the swing cylinder linkage and hoses for damage or binding.. it might save you a lot of unnecessary teardown.

The ride control on my JD 244L loader has stopped cushioning the machine, so I'm planning to check the accumulator charge. Service information shows it should be charged to around 350 PSI, but my current adapter doesn't fit the accumulator.

I have a 2001 model with 6,505 hours, and it randomly wants to go into park mode. Other than that, it's been a great machine. Has anyone dealt with this issue before or know what could be causing it?

It depends on the make and model, but most older machines are checked with the engine idling, transmission in neutral, and the oil at operating temperature. If you post the model and serial number, someone here should have the correct procedure.