Recent content by RobPg1967

Here's the link where I got my heater. http://www.northernfactory.com/SPECIALTY_PRODUCTS/AUXILIARY_HEATERS/12V_HEATERS I used the dual fan 12V setup and mounted it just to the left of the left armrest. Ran new coolant hoses to the engine , had to cut circular holes below rear window and run...

My 743 has Beefy Baby II tires which I prefer because of the slightly taller and wider stance than bargain basement brands. Most brands offered do not specify actual dimensions when filled with air so I cannot tell what Im buying. My question is , without paying the $250 US for each Beefy Baby...

Speaking of the pistons that help tilt the cab up. I removed ONE piston recently , while the cab was in the up postion during some other maintenance... and getting that piston back on was a royal pain in the neck . Even while the piston was off , I couldnt even compress it at all . If anyone...

Good info guys , think I'll stick with the factory tire size .

I know this topic has been brought up before but I would like a refresher and I got some specific Q's 743 comes factory with 10-16.5 rims tires Ive got a chance to buy a good set of 12-16.5 rims and tires mounted. Now my bucket is 60 inches. Will these 12-16.5 tires stick out an inch wider than...

Saw this old post and wanted to follow up. I tracked down a bus supply company online and had them hook me up. Below - are the part numbers and prices for a factory replacement Wiper moter ,arm and blade. Wiper motor ( SPECIFY ONE INCH SHAFT ) PART # 4R2.12.R110D - $85.94 Blade and Pantograph...

Replacement Door wanted for a Bobcat 7 series skid steer (743-773 etc.) Flat glass type I am located in Massachusetts. Shipping from anywhere in the country will be considered.

Hey Guys - Winter is here again and I see that my wiper motor has worn out. It would be an easy fix if I could find some replacement parts for the notched bushings located under the wiper arm itself but Im guessing those parts arent available.So my question would be : where can I find a...

"you can get an adaptor for about $40 which will screw onto your fuel filter head and let a spin on water seperator filter fit in place of the Perkins style fuel filter set up that a 743 came with "___________________________ By any chance would anyone have the part number of this fuel filter...

I disconnected the fuel suction line from the tank ... popped the grommet and the existing line in the tank fell off or had corroded , not really sure since nothing was connected to the elbow. Replaced the internal line in the tank - and a new filter - pumped the primer bulb till the bowl was...

Ive got my 743b set up with the 8ft. fisher plow and its worked flawless all winter - until now. 1. After plowing for 9 hrs - I was pushing back some piles of snow and when under a slight strain - the engine would die out - unless I stopped all movement then it would idle back up to high. One...

Funny you mentioned the fuel shut off . Changed the fuel filter on my 743 recently - ya know I think they should have not used a glass bowl on the filter housing .... I see myself over tightening this thing one day. Anyway - I used vise grips on the fuel line also .... afterwards - I saw a pet -...

I replaced the operator's seat in the cab a couple years ago .... I didnt see any ground or "earth" wires there actually theres nothing there .... I replaced the seat and the seat rails.

On the engine compartment wall where the solenoid "L" bracket attaches - there are two square shaped holes side by side for the bolts but my bracket has only ONE hole- so if its not really cranked tight - the bracket can be moved by hand - Im thinking the last owner fabricated this "L" bracket...

Ran jumper wires as TAZZ suggested and by the way , my service manual says exact same thing. Got nothing at all . Fuses ok Battery ok Battery grounds ok Disconnected the power cables from the starter but kept them hooked together - still no lights- this made me think it was a ground or solenoid...