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Dan, Technician
Category: Construction and Road Equipment
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Experience: 17+ yrs. shop and field experience with all major brands of heavy equipment and trucks - 1995 WyoTech graduate.
VerifiedHi my name is***** will be glad to try to help. Check the hydraulic filter for signs of metal/debris indicating a pump or potential drive motor failure or problem. What is your serial number?
Thanks for the update. I agree with you on the drive motors. Its been a pleasure to help.
Dan, Technician
Category: Construction and Road Equipment
Satisfied Customers: 15,816
Experience: 17+ yrs. shop and field experience with all major brands of heavy equipment and trucks - 1995 WyoTech graduate.
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