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Track Drives: 3 Mistakes Heavy Equipment Owners Make

Track Drives Vital to CTL and MTL Equipment

If you own a CTL (Compact Track Loader) or MTL (Multi-Terrain Loader), you know that it needs a working track drive in order to move. Track drives are a vital part of your CTL, whether it's an ASV compact track loader or a CAT multi-terrain loader, they are also commonly neglected. In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to talk about three common mistakes equipment owners make in maintaining their track drive motors.

 

 

 

 

Eaton JMV Series Track Drive Motors

When it's time to replace track drive motors, whether its on a single machine or for an entire fleet, one of the options available to you is Eaton JMV series motors. Eaton only recently began to distribute these motors in the United States, so they may not be as well known as other common brands. In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to provide some background on Eaton's hydraulic motors, discuss what makes them special, and what kind of reputation they have.

 

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CTL Maintenance: Track Drive Motors, Undercarriage, and Tracks

Preventive Maintenance Focus on Track Drive

 

Performing preventative maintenance on your compact track loader or multi-terrain loader will save you thousands of dollars in repairs and down-time.  At the Shop Talk Blog, we've put together a short guide to help you keep your CTL or MTL running smoothly, focusing on the track drive, undercarriage, and tracks.

 

 

 

 

 

Replacing the Drive Motors for a CTL

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

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

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?

 

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Skid Steers Turned Deadly?

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.

 

 

Taking Your Hydraulic Motor Diagnosis Seriously

When a hydraulic motor or final drive fails, getting it fixed fast is the first instinct. But if you don’t figure out why it failed, you could be setting yourself up for the same problem down the road—leading to more downtime, expensive repairs, and lost productivity. Issues like hydraulic contamination, clogged case drain filters, or overlooked maintenance are often the root cause, and addressing them now can help prevent future breakdowns.


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5 Facts about Gerotor Hydraulic Motors


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)

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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