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'60 CAT D6b steering issues

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9 months 1 week ago #254680 by juiceman

Righty and not a lefty eh? My own experiences with every D6 as well at the D5s; adjust brakes and steering to proper specifications; Open the access port at the right rear of machine; I have seen many that had contamination from weeping seals, allowing the brake band and drum to get soppy with oil. Take a large can of brake cleaner if so, and spray generously to clean the crud off. If you are lucky, that might be all you need to get many hours of use before a proper repair of the leaks, etc. Good luck. JM
***seems like the right side always leaks first***
***So I was correct???***

 

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9 months 1 week ago #254759 by hdokes
Replied by hdokes on topic '60 CAT D6b steering issues
You nailed it juiceman! Probably the easiest machinery fix I've had in some time. The left side, while usable... doesn't turn as well as the right now. I have tried some preliminary adjusting but still need to spend a bit more time with it. I will report on that further once I have that opportunity to play with it more.

Leverage... it's what's for dinner!

'60 CAT D6b w/11.5' blade
JD 350b loader
'68 Case CK580 x 2 loader/backhoe
'02 JD 260 Skid Steer
Many other assorted heavy equipment toys.

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