Recent content by BobF

Thanks, I'll give that a try.

Thanks for the reply. Mine has the Isuzu plant. There just isn't a lot of room to get to the bottom of the pan. I was hoping somebody here knew some 'trick' to gain access without having to lift the engine.

Somebody please tell me there is a way to change this hose without removing the engine. I don't see how, but I'm hoping ... Mine is cracked and leaking, so it needs to be replaced.

I'm no expert, but here's my take. If you're happy with what the machine is doing for you for the price you paid, you got a good deal.

843B if it matters ... Should the level be checked with the bucket fully raised? I ask because my old Ford tractor is supposed to be checked with cylinders fully extended.

I read in another thread that delco is a bolt on replacement for stock. Is this true for the 843B (Isuzu)? I'm currently charging the battery every fews days. No guages, etc. The output post on the alternator rotted away in it's former life loading fertilizer. Sure would be nice to have...

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I think that's what I'll do. I picked up a set of filters to day :-) This thing really does run well considering how fugly it is.

I keep getting errors when replying to Tazza ... So a diesel doesn't spark/flame like a gas engine? Maybe I'm worrying too much about it. I guess the $$ would be better spent on a round of filters and fluids.

I'll try that, Ken. Thanks.

Hello forum, new owner of an old Bobcat here. It's a rustbucket, but if I can get 100 hours out of it, it will have paid for itself. I'm concerned about the almost non-existent exhaust manifold (can you spell "engine comp fire danger"?). The nearest Bobcat dealer is quoting me $280US for the...