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SouthWestBill

04-21-2008 17:51:14

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Hello everyone,

I just got my first crawler and of course it has a dead engine. I have ordered the manuals but while waiting for them I am trying to get bids on hauling it. I do not know if it can "roll" or if there is anything that has to be done to "roll" a TD15B
The sn# on the engine is TD15BPM 56XX. Does anyone have experience with this? If it can be winched onto a trailer i may be able to pull it off with my TLB.
Thanks in advance

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Janicholson

04-21-2008 19:44:15

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Re: moving a dead td15b in reply to SouthWestBill, 04-21-2008 17:51:14

It can be done.
Pull with chains across the tops of the tracks pulling so the top of each track is pulled forward. You might need a spreader to keep the chains on top, and straight ahead.
Use a rear load lowboy, or a two piece removable front unit, so it can go on straight.
It will be an event. JimN

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SouthWestBill

04-22-2008 07:34:11

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Re: moving a dead td15b in reply to Janicholson, 04-21-2008 19:44:15

Janicholson,

Thanks much for the information. Can you tell me if the engine or transmission is spun when the tracks are pulled like this? Also should I also pull on the tops of the tracks to pull it away (reverse) from a tree it is pulled up to?

Thanks,

SouthWestBill

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Janicholson

04-22-2008 09:40:08

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Re: moving a dead td15b in reply to SouthWestBill, 04-22-2008 07:34:11

If the track clutches have brakes attached to them, the position for them would be roped 1/2 way back. This allows the track clutches to be disengaged, but the track brakes to be free.
If it has only foot brakes, the track clutches should be both back all the way.
The master clutch should also be in the released (non-driving) position. this assures there will be no attempt to spin the engine.
Yes, pulling on the top of the track (either direction so as to have the chain along the top)will allow 1/2 the force to be used. The top of the track moves forward at twice ground travel, and allows much easier pulling. Once the chain connection gets to the point that it is near the same end you are pulling from, it will be necessary to re attach it. Attach the chain so it does not get caught in track guide running gear, and stays clear of frame and other components. making two flat plate hooks from 1/2" steel plate that can fit between the track plates may be a good idea. Another would be a ring placed between the plates with a 3/4" X 6" rod stuck through under the plate to keep it in place, while hooking a chain hook into the top part of the loop above the track plate. Keep people away from the operation at all costs. Also be in total control of the pulling unit to be able to stop. Pull from both sides at once when going straight, and only a bit at a time when turning or the chain attachment will come and cause grief. Take a video of it!! JimN

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SouthWestBill

04-22-2008 10:03:13

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Re: moving a dead td15b in reply to Janicholson, 04-22-2008 09:40:08

Jim,

Thanks for all the info. I think I will make a plate as you have suggested.

Bill

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