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    Bobcat 863 Skid Steer - Hydro Cooler Hyd Hose Replacement

    For those stubborn hydraulic fittings, try soaking them with penetrating oil like WD-40 first. If that doesn’t work, gently apply heat around the fitting to help loosen it. You might also need a specialized hydraulic line wrench set or gear wrench for tight spaces. Just be careful not to damage...
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    Bobcat 325G excavator code 65-06 "work group / lockout solenoid short to ground".

    If unplugging the system bypass solenoid didn't change the code, it might not be the issue. Double-check the solenoid you’re looking at to make sure it's the right one. The coil’s ohm reading usually ranges from 10-20 ohms, but you should verify with your manual. Also, inspect the wiring for any...
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    Buying Advice Kubota B8200

    The Kubota B8200 HST 4x4 with 452 hours, front bucket, backhoe, and turf tires for $12,500 sounds like a solid deal, especially given its low hours. If it's indeed manual steering, that's something to consider—hydrostatic steering would be more convenient. Since you have a machine shop, you're...
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