Recent content by Gryks Machines

How do experienced operators handle snow removal around driveways on rural gravel roads? What's the best way to avoid leaving snow piles or soft snow on the road while keeping driveways clear?

have a 1948 Austin-Western 99H grader that needs new tires. Does anyone know where to find 14.00-20 grader tires or which 14.00-24 rims would be compatible as an alternative?

I recently purchased an excavator, but the heater only blows cold air. I checked the coolant lines and couldn't find any control valves. Has anyone experienced this issue or knows what could be causing it?

I recently purchased a CAT D7G dozer with a Cummins NT855 turbo engine that blows oil from the breather and produces white exhaust smoke. How can I identify the exact engine model and serial number to order the correct rebuild kit without disassembling the engine?

I’m considering buying a John Deere 770 grader with an unknown year and 11,000 hours showing on the meter. The engine reportedly had a connecting rod failure, but it starts well when hot or cold, with slight blow-by and no unusual noises. Could the hour meter be accurate, and what should I check...

My Volvo G960 grader with 17.5x25 BF tires starts bouncing after 9th gear when working in snow. I’ve tried adjusting tire pressure and adding calcium, but the problem continues. Could the tire size or another issue be causing this bouncing?

My Mitsubishi BD2G dozer has a Denso injection pump and is getting significant fuel into the crankcase. It also has low power, bogs down under load, and is difficult to restart unless I use the manual primer pump. Could the injection pump or governor be causing these issues?

My crew is trying to load a Grove RT745 crane, but it won't start, and they suspect the master switch may be off. Does anyone know where the master switch is located?

My 2005 Nissan 50 forklift has a 2.5L four-cylinder EFI gas engine and seems to have a fuel starvation issue. The fuel pressure is only 26–28 PSI. What should the correct Nissan forklift fuel pressure be?

I'm looking for a shop manual for my Komatsu PC30UU-3 excavator. It seems quite different from other PC30 models. Does anyone know where I can find the correct Komatsu PC30UU-3 shop manual?

I'm rebuilding an old 3-axle grader and want to use a 50 HP diesel with hydrostatic drive. What axle and differential would work best for a small grader?

I usually look at maintenance history first, but I prefer machines with lower hours if the price is right.

My grader still moves, but only one side of the rear wheels has power. Could a broken axle be the cause, and what should I check first?

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?