Replacing the Drive Motors for a CTL

by Regina M. Dick | Apr 18, 2017 |

Hydraulic Motors, Heavy Equipment 101, Mini-excavators, Final drive motor

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Track Drives and Compact Track Loaders

If you own a CTL (compact track loader) or MTL (multi-terrain loader), then you know that your machine isn't going to move unless that track drive is working properly. When the track drives fail, you need a replacement ASAP. In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to talk about your options when its time to replace your track drive.

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The Eaton Series of LSHT Hydraulic Motors

by Dr McCaslin | Apr 12, 2017 |

Final Drive, Heavy Equipment 101, Eaton Hydraulic Motors, Hydraulic drive motor

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You may have heard of the Eaton brand of hydraulic motors, known for their outstanding efficiency, durable design, and compatibility with various brands of equipment. However, when it comes time to start shopping for a track motor or a drive motor for your equipment, it can be difficult to figure out which motor meets your needs. In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to talk about the Eaton series of LSHT motors and what they are used for.

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Common Misconceptions Regarding Hydraulics

by Regina M. Dick | Apr 12, 2017 |

Final Drive, Hydraulic Motors, Heavy Equipment 101, Final drive motor, Hydraulic drive motor

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In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to discuss some of the common misconceptions about hydraulics, including some key myths regarding hydraulic motors. Some of it is more or less fun trivia, but we have included a couple of key pieces of information that are very important to the operation of your hydraulic motors. How many of these misconceptions did you already know about?

Shop Talk Blog continues to provide strategic informational and educational articles to keep you ahead of the curve on heavy equipment for your industry. Here are other key posts on Hydraulic Motors to keep you well-informed:

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Skid Steers Turned Deadly?

by Jim Strong | Apr 11, 2017 |

Heavy Equipment 101, Skid Steers, Excavators, Mini-excavators, Heavy Equipment Safety

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Stupidity and Inexperience = Skid Steers Danger!

Skid steers are among the most popular compact equipment machines on the market today, but lack of attention, inexperience, and stupidity can quickly turn such a useful machine into something deadly. In this Shop Talk blog post, we are going to discuss the recent spate of fatal accidents involving skid steers, whether or not skid steers are inherently dangerous, and a list of excellent resources for promoting skid steer safety.

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Taking Your Hydraulic Motor Diagnosis Seriously

by Jim Strong | Apr 06, 2017 |

Hydraulic Motors, Final Drive Maintenance, Heavy Equipment 101, Final drive motor, Hydraulic drive motor

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Hydraulic Motor Failure

When your hydraulic motor or final drive fails, your first thought is to get it repaired or re-manufactured so that you can get your machine running again. After all, there are deadlines to meet and costs associated with the downtime of your machine. However, it is important to consider what caused it to fail in the first place so you can reduce the probability of it happening again.

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5 Facts about Gerotor Hydraulic Motors

by Dr McCaslin | Apr 05, 2017 |

Hydraulic Motors, Heavy Equipment 101, Eaton Hydraulic Motors

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Eaton Char-Lynn Motors Common in Construction Equipment

Gerotor motors, often associated with name brands such as Eaton/Char-Lynn and Danfoss, are a common sight in construction equipment. Well adapted to providing torque in rugged environments, they are compact, reversible, and reasonably priced. In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to discuss 5 facts you should know about Gerotor hydraulic motors.

Cam Ring Failure in a Final Drive (Dr. Drive Video)

by Regina M. Dick | Apr 05, 2017 |

Hydraulic Motors, Final Drive Maintenance, Heavy Equipment 101, Final drive motor, Hydraulic drive motor

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Dr. Drive on Cam Ring Failure

Cam ring failures are common in radial piston hydraulic motors and are not specific to a particular model of a final drive -- it can be found in any of the radial piston motors used on Bobcat, CAT, CASE, and New Holland machines. In this Shop Talk Blog post featuring Dr. Drive, you will learn what a cam ring failure is, how it happens, and what can be done about it. We'll start with a quick review on cam rings ...

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CTLs and Skid Steers: Charge Pump Failures (YouTube Video)

by Regina M. Dick | Mar 29, 2017 |

Final Drive Failure, Heavy Equipment 101, Mini-excavators, Hydraulic drive motor

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In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to talk about a common cause of failures in CTLs and skid steers and how to prevent it. As part of this case study, we will be specifically discussing CAT 246 skid steer hydraulic motor and brake assembly that was sent in to us for diagnosis.

The Main Cause of Radial Piston Motor Failure: Do You Know What It Is?

by Jim Strong | Mar 29, 2017 |

Final Drive Failure, Hydraulic Motors, Heavy Equipment 101, Final drive motor, Hydraulic drive motor

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We’ve been getting in quite a few radial piston motors, especially those coming off CAT CTLs. In this blog post, we are going to talk about the most common reason for failure of radial piston motors that get sent in to us for repair or re-manufacturing -- and how easily this failure mode can be prevented.

3 Vital Questions about Single-Speed and Dual-Speed Final Drives

by Jim Strong | Mar 28, 2017 |

Reman Final Drives, Hydraulic Motors, Final drive motor, Hydraulic drive motor

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Replacing Final Drive Motors

When it comes time to replace your final drive motor, it can be hard to tell if you have a two speed or a single speed motor -- and you need to be able to order the correct one the first time! In this blog post, the goal is to help you figure out what you need for your CTL (compact track loader), SSL (skid-steer loader), or excavator.

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Replacing the Drive Motors for a CTL

Track Drives and Compact Track Loaders

The Eaton Series of LSHT Hydraulic Motors

Common Misconceptions Regarding Hydraulics

Skid Steers Turned Deadly?

Stupidity and Inexperience = Skid Steers Danger!

Taking Your Hydraulic Motor Diagnosis Seriously

Hydraulic Motor Failure

5 Facts about Gerotor Hydraulic Motors

Eaton Char-Lynn Motors Common in Construction Equipment

Cam Ring Failure in a Final Drive (Dr. Drive Video)

Dr. Drive on Cam Ring Failure

CTLs and Skid Steers: Charge Pump Failures (YouTube Video)

The Main Cause of Radial Piston Motor Failure: Do You Know What It Is?

3 Vital Questions about Single-Speed and Dual-Speed Final Drives

Replacing Final Drive Motors

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