My 753 lookin all pretty.

[soutthpaw]

Here are a few pics of my 753 when I bought it and what it looks like now. Purchased from Cook Equipment in Cerritos, CA... Truck shipped to my home in Colorado

Here it is now with new the new cutting edge that I welded on and the rear stabilizers installed... repainted the ROPS, stabilizers rear engine cover, air intake cover and bucket... along with new decals on the rear

I need to sell the foam filled inset tires on the machine and put regular rims on it, already have the new tires and just need to order the rims... It also has front wheel weights to offset the weight of the stabilizers

 

[soutthpaw]

ok all how do i get pics to show?? not working the way I usually do it an Edit button on the posting page would be nice too

 

[OldMachinist]

ok all how do i get pics to show?? not working the way I usually do it an Edit button on the posting page would be nice too

I fixed your images. All I do when I want to post images from a web source is right click in the image and copy. Then right click in the post and click paste.

 

[coreya3212]

I fixed your images. All I do when I want to post images from a web source is right click in the image and copy. Then right click in the post and click paste.

Just wondering what the stabilizers are specifically meant to do? Please no one say " stabilize". Are they for backhoe attachments, like outriggers?

 

[OldMachinist]

Just wondering what the stabilizers are specifically meant to do? Please no one say " stabilize". Are they for backhoe attachments, like outriggers?

Yes, they are mainly for backhoe use. When used with the front outriggers on the backhoe they give you a four point stable platform.

 

[soutthpaw]

I fixed your images. All I do when I want to post images from a web source is right click in the image and copy. Then right click in the post and click paste.

They also give u a bit more lifting capacity due to weight behind the rear wheels. Just this afternoon I used the rear stabilizers to force the bucket vertically into the dirt to dig a narrow trench for my gutter runoff drain from the house. without the stabilizers it just scrapes back and forth on the surface but extend them and the bucket bites right into the dirt. also work good for augers and tree spades and other stuff that needs more downward pressure. I added them cuz got them cheap and the machine was already plumbed for them. previous owner had removed the stabilizers when he traded machine in.. In the past I even made a ripper to bolt onto rear mounted hydraulics on a 600 series. with quick connects you could also run a set of lines to the front and have a second set of aux hydraulics if you are into making custom attachments... without the stabilizers the SS will tend to rock and pivot on the rear wheels when running a backhoe and trying to get a lot of downward force on the bucket.. I think my local Bobcat dealer has a couple more sets of the rear stabilizers used or new old stock for about $250 a set.. Ill get the manager's name and number if anyone is interested... you will need the pins and lower mounts as those are not included... lost somewhere along the way i think

 

[coreya3212]

They also give u a bit more lifting capacity due to weight behind the rear wheels. Just this afternoon I used the rear stabilizers to force the bucket vertically into the dirt to dig a narrow trench for my gutter runoff drain from the house. without the stabilizers it just scrapes back and forth on the surface but extend them and the bucket bites right into the dirt. also work good for augers and tree spades and other stuff that needs more downward pressure. I added them cuz got them cheap and the machine was already plumbed for them. previous owner had removed the stabilizers when he traded machine in.. In the past I even made a ripper to bolt onto rear mounted hydraulics on a 600 series. with quick connects you could also run a set of lines to the front and have a second set of aux hydraulics if you are into making custom attachments... without the stabilizers the SS will tend to rock and pivot on the rear wheels when running a backhoe and trying to get a lot of downward force on the bucket.. I think my local Bobcat dealer has a couple more sets of the rear stabilizers used or new old stock for about $250 a set.. Ill get the manager's name and number if anyone is interested... you will need the pins and lower mounts as those are not included... lost somewhere along the way i think

Ahhh. It all becomes clear now. Thanks fellas.

 

[Sam_French]

Ahhh. It all becomes clear now. Thanks fellas.

Nice looking machine. Could you post a pic with the backhoe on it?

 

[soutthpaw]

Nice looking machine. Could you post a pic with the backhoe on it?

When I find a backhoe for a good price, I will be happy to post the pic, don't have a backhoe yet though

 

[bobcat_ron]

When I find a backhoe for a good price, I will be happy to post the pic, don't have a backhoe yet though

Check out CatUsed.com, they have a Cat backhoe that you operate from the seat of your skid steer.

 

[soutthpaw]

Check out CatUsed.com, they have a Cat backhoe that you operate from the seat of your skid steer.

I saw a picture of that in cab control setup... Pretty slick for convenience but the downside I think would be u can't see down into what you are digging. as my machine already has mounts for a 709 I am looking for one used at a good price.. side shift is pretty cool idea though

 

[soutthpaw]

I saw a picture of that in cab control setup... Pretty slick for convenience but the downside I think would be u can't see down into what you are digging. as my machine already has mounts for a 709 I am looking for one used at a good price.. side shift is pretty cool idea though

Here is a couple Pics with my new tires and rims installed...

 

[Tazza]

I saw a picture of that in cab control setup... Pretty slick for convenience but the downside I think would be u can't see down into what you are digging. as my machine already has mounts for a 709 I am looking for one used at a good price.. side shift is pretty cool idea though

Looking really nice!
You will be afraid to scratch it now, i know i was after i painted my 743... A scratch here, a ding there.... Adding up a little too fast.

 

[soutthpaw]

Looking really nice!
You will be afraid to scratch it now, i know i was after i painted my 743... A scratch here, a ding there.... Adding up a little too fast.

I got my backhoe. Its a used 709, had to drive to Reno NV to get it but its in good shape with no leaks and pins are tight....




Also got the trailer at an equipment auction and it works well

 

[skidsteer.ca]

I got my backhoe. Its a used 709, had to drive to Reno NV to get it but its in good shape with no leaks and pins are tight....




Also got the trailer at an equipment auction and it works well

Southpaw,
If you have clays or other sticy soils your going to hate that 12" bucket. Otherwise looks great.
Did either of you guy have to buy the plumbing for the read stabs or what the machine already equiped? I have a set here but I need to get plumbed for them. Wondering what it costs?
Corey
They are good for auger work or tree spading, any time when you need more down pressure at the front.
Ken

 

[soutthpaw]

Southpaw,
If you have clays or other sticy soils your going to hate that 12" bucket. Otherwise looks great.
Did either of you guy have to buy the plumbing for the read stabs or what the machine already equiped? I have a set here but I need to get plumbed for them. Wondering what it costs?
Corey
They are good for auger work or tree spading, any time when you need more down pressure at the front.
Ken

mine was already plumbed for the rear stablizers but the previous owner removed the stabilizers before trading the machine in. work good for getting unstuck too when you sink one side into a wet and soggy drainage ditch and have to get a 2x12 under the wheels to get it out. I am keeping a look out for a 2nd (larger bucket too)

 

[dirtbiker245]

mine was already plumbed for the rear stablizers but the previous owner removed the stabilizers before trading the machine in. work good for getting unstuck too when you sink one side into a wet and soggy drainage ditch and have to get a 2x12 under the wheels to get it out. I am keeping a look out for a 2nd (larger bucket too)

Do those stabilizers simply bolt on? just wondering. Ive been looking into getting a set for my s205 but I was under the impression that they have to be welded on?

 

[soutthpaw]

Do those stabilizers simply bolt on? just wondering. Ive been looking into getting a set for my s205 but I was under the impression that they have to be welded on?

If you have a 205 (aka newer model) there is a pin on bracket for mounting the stabilizers and the bracket is a bolt on piece. for the older machines they bolt on too with quick connects to the hydraulics, however as i didn't have the matching quick connects for the machine side, I just removed the quick connect on the stabilizer side and attached the hose fitting directly to the machine... I don't see why I would need to remove them. I had to make the lower bracket for my machine which I welded onto the under side but the OEM setup bolts the the underside of the machine. those loops on the side of the stabilizers are handles for removing and installing the stabilizers . the newer S series stabilizers have a similar handle setup

 

[dirtbiker245]

If you have a 205 (aka newer model) there is a pin on bracket for mounting the stabilizers and the bracket is a bolt on piece. for the older machines they bolt on too with quick connects to the hydraulics, however as i didn't have the matching quick connects for the machine side, I just removed the quick connect on the stabilizer side and attached the hose fitting directly to the machine... I don't see why I would need to remove them. I had to make the lower bracket for my machine which I welded onto the under side but the OEM setup bolts the the underside of the machine. those loops on the side of the stabilizers are handles for removing and installing the stabilizers . the newer S series stabilizers have a similar handle setup

thanks for the information. Im gonna keep my eyes open for a set of stabilizers for sale... or price them from the Stealer... I mean dealer. lol