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County staff report large repair needs for Caterpillar unit; revised estimate and parts orders recommended
Summary
County mechanics told commissioners that an in-shop inspection of a Caterpillar unit revealed gear, cylinder and electrical-harness damage; staff provided an updated final estimate and recommended ordering additional parts to keep the rebuild on track.
County shop staff told commissioners that an extensive inspection of a Caterpillar unit uncovered damaged final-drive gears, a cracked aftercooler, worn steering components, damaged cylinders and electrical-harness problems. Brock and other shop staff recommended replacing multiple hard hydraulic lines and, in some cases, entire barrels that could not be repaired.
Staff said the…
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