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Cat 988 wheel loader
2 years 7 months ago #237196
by 4LFarm
Cat 988 wheel loader was created by 4LFarm
Looking at a 1971 988 WHEEL LOADER can anyone tell me the good or bad of these? It's priced for my pocketbook but bigger than 90 percent of my needs so...I kinda want it!
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2 years 7 months ago #237197
by 4LFarm
Replied by 4LFarm on topic Cat 988 wheel loader
S/N 87A1120 in case it matters
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2 years 7 months ago #237200
by Deas Plant.
You have a wonderful day. Best wishes. Deas Plant.
Replied by Deas Plant. on topic Cat 988 wheel loader
Hi, 4LFarm.
They were/are a pretty solid machine, not many bugs at all that I am aware of. I spent some time on a couple of them, earlier versions than this, in 1968-69.
Just my 0.02.
They were/are a pretty solid machine, not many bugs at all that I am aware of. I spent some time on a couple of them, earlier versions than this, in 1968-69.
Just my 0.02.
You have a wonderful day. Best wishes. Deas Plant.
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2 years 7 months ago #237201
by d9gdon
Replied by d9gdon on topic Cat 988 wheel loader
They had the D343 engine which had a good reputation.
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2 years 7 months ago #237269
by 74A6C
Replied by 74A6C on topic Cat 988 wheel loader
If you need a little bit of wheel loader, a lot of wheel loader should do... Go for it.
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2 years 7 months ago #237271
by caterpillar13
Replied by caterpillar13 on topic Cat 988 wheel loader
go big or go home😁, just like a shed, they never are big enough
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2 years 7 months ago #237279
by neil
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Neil
Pittsford, NY
Replied by neil on topic Cat 988 wheel loader
Very true about sheds : ) You do have to be a bit careful with sizing loaders though because if it's too big for the job, it can be noticeably slower than a smaller loader. For things like unloading log trucks and quarry work, bigger is almost always better but if you're stacking smaller objects like round bales or moving around in small spaces, an oversized loader can be much less efficient than a right-sized loader. If you aren't trying to beat the clock though, that's not an issue. Enjoy!
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Neil
Pittsford, NY
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2 years 7 months ago #237285
by Fat Dan
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Traxcavator: 60, 955E 12A08263; 57, 955C 12A04040; 57, 955C 12A03563.
1954 No.12 Diesel Motor Grader 8T14777.
1945 No.12 Diesel Motor Grader 9K9320; 9K9982
1944-46 Adams Model No. 311 Motor Grader
1943 IH T9 Tractor w/ Bullgrader Blade
Replied by Fat Dan on topic Cat 988 wheel loader
A 988 and in your price range too.
Hummm is that a question or a statement because that is a no brainier for me? Neil dose make a good argument, all I'd add is those things run on lots of oil and parts are big so it is best if you own a small herd of to keep each other company.
Pictures please.
Hummm is that a question or a statement because that is a no brainier for me? Neil dose make a good argument, all I'd add is those things run on lots of oil and parts are big so it is best if you own a small herd of to keep each other company.
Pictures please.
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Traxcavator: 60, 955E 12A08263; 57, 955C 12A04040; 57, 955C 12A03563.
1954 No.12 Diesel Motor Grader 8T14777.
1945 No.12 Diesel Motor Grader 9K9320; 9K9982
1944-46 Adams Model No. 311 Motor Grader
1943 IH T9 Tractor w/ Bullgrader Blade
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2 years 7 months ago - 2 years 7 months ago #237357
by Deas Plant.
You have a wonderful day. Best wishes. Deas Plant.
Replied by Deas Plant. on topic Cat 988 wheel loader
Hi, Neil.
I might be a ovva smar tass but I once levelled fill for a single vehicle carport and access ramp leading down to a sloping driveway which meant the access ramp changed shape on the way down. What did I do it with? A Cat 990 loader while using a 5-gallon drum as a seat.
Where there's a will, there's often a way.
(NAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Where there's a will, there's a lawsuit.)
Just my 0.02.
I might be a ovva smar tass but I once levelled fill for a single vehicle carport and access ramp leading down to a sloping driveway which meant the access ramp changed shape on the way down. What did I do it with? A Cat 990 loader while using a 5-gallon drum as a seat.
Where there's a will, there's often a way.
(NAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Where there's a will, there's a lawsuit.)
Just my 0.02.
You have a wonderful day. Best wishes. Deas Plant.
Last edit: 2 years 7 months ago by Deas Plant..
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2 years 7 months ago #237421
by mog5858
Replied by mog5858 on topic Cat 988 wheel loader
one thing to think about is if you don't have solid ground that loader will pound right through. if you get a 988 stuck you'll need something BIGGER to pull it out. but just a simple tire change will cost over 1000 just to get tires to shop out to change a tube or valve stem. a tire will be 5000 +. too big can be hard to get around or fit in a tight spot. if you're going to be in out a lot 988 will have about 5-6 steps up a leader to get in and out of the cab, which could get very old quickly. it all comes down to your needs are you loading gravel or just moving a few hay bails with it. Jpay dirt runs a 988A in his youtube videos might give you an idea of how fast it can rut up soft ground and how one runs. they are not snappy or rompey like new loaders are more of a slow giant
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