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    Bobcat 853 Purchase Advice

    I currently own an older 743 have the opportunity to purchase a well cared for 853. Could anyone offer advice on the 853 compared to the 743. I think the 853 has an Isuzu motor and I would like to hear the pro's and possible con's compared to what I have today.
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    Bobcat Operator Training Materials

    My suggestion would be to start from above by digging down and pushing the dirt in front of you. Keep going at it this way until you have enough pushed out to level the pad. I am not an expert but without seeing the situation that would be my best guess.
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    Bobcat 743 blowing oil

    I just now was able to get back online here something was up with the password. Tazza I called the local dealer and he says he has the speed control plate O ring for the throttle control. Is the O ring a big deal to install? Is this when yuou need the needle nose and two hands or is it...
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    Bobcat 743 blowing oil

    I have a 743 that is leaking oil when in use. It appears that it is coming out where the throtle cablle connects to the motor. "speed control plate". Has anyone experienced this problem and do you know what part to order and hoe difficult it is to repair.
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    new 743 owner needs advice

    Coyete, unfortunately I live in Middle Tennessee so the freight would probably spoil the idea. If you are interested and I still have them I could send you an emailed picture. Also does anybody know how much oil this 743 machine "36hp kubota" holds? The local dealer Jeffords Equipment told me it...
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    new 743 owner needs advice

    Might not have been what I wanted to hear but I want to do the right thing and will get rid of the twelves and buy 4 tens. I kinda figured that was coming anyway. The machine unfortunately did not have an hour meter so it is anyones guess. Is changing the hydraulic fluid a big deal and how much...
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    new 743 owner needs advice

    I just bought a used 88 743 for $6500.00. "Is this a decent price machine appears to be in pretty good shape considering the age"? My second question is about tire size it has 2 new 16.5x12 tires and 2 worn out 16.5x10. Is there any harm in getting 4 12's instead of the 10's that are the factory...
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