Going to look at a '98 CAT D5C this Friday. Guy claims UC is 75% but I want to measure it. Problem is I don't know where to find the specs so I know what I am looking at. I've searched all over the web and found a few discussions here but all the links were outdated. Is there anyplace on the web I can find undercarriage specs or do I have to go to a CAT dealer to get them.
Couple other things: A guy I work with found this machine and I trust him. He has told me that the owner bought it from a logging outfit but has since put about 10G into transmission and final drive. The mechanic was supposed to be reputable and would not do the work unless the owner would do it right. Supposed to be in good shape now but I am a little leery about a machine used by loggers - they can be tough on equipment and here in the Appalachia Mountains the terrain can be tough on equipment. I am just going to do a general check and measure the UC if I can get specs. My friend knows a good equipment mechanic that can do a much better evaluation if I get serious about it. Any suggestions of what I should be checking closely on a dozer used in a logging operation?
Couple other things: A guy I work with found this machine and I trust him. He has told me that the owner bought it from a logging outfit but has since put about 10G into transmission and final drive. The mechanic was supposed to be reputable and would not do the work unless the owner would do it right. Supposed to be in good shape now but I am a little leery about a machine used by loggers - they can be tough on equipment and here in the Appalachia Mountains the terrain can be tough on equipment. I am just going to do a general check and measure the UC if I can get specs. My friend knows a good equipment mechanic that can do a much better evaluation if I get serious about it. Any suggestions of what I should be checking closely on a dozer used in a logging operation?