All About the Next Gen Cat D3 Dozer. Rundown and Walkaround

Caterpillar showed up to help me figure this thing out.

[@austinbarber8022]

as someone that sales a competing machine the salesmen did a great job on walk around. and i learned a few things i miss touching while conducting a walkaround.

[@smithworx1091]

Appreciate you buddy

[@LAKESIDEBOB1]

You were talking about not using compressed air to blow out air filters. I built a tool to do this. It is a 24 inch one inch steel tube with a screw on cap on one end and an air coupler fitting on other end. from the end with the cap every one inch I drilled an 1/8 inch hole in a straight line. I place the tube inside the filter, the air flows trough these 1/8 inch holes; the compressed air blows out the dirt on the outside of the filter. That way the all the air is not being blown against only one place on the air filter. Never had a hole blasted through the filter, and it cleans the air filters really nice clean. Did not take all that much time to build it.

[@smithworx1091]

I think compressed air over a larger surface area like what you've created is not a bad idea. These new cat filters are made different than what we're used to. It's kinda difficult to blow them out really. I think they're trying to make them so you can't clean them out.

[@danielgattis448]

Awesome video man. So much information. Good stuff!

[@smithworx1091]

Thanks bro!

[@Closedaccount924]

Awesome video Thank you for filming this Helped us a ton on our dozer decisions

[@smithworx1091]

Glad to help buddy!

[@Justalittleoutoftown]

Man that’s a nice machine. The only one I ever ran was a old d8. That was about 25 years ago

[@smithworx1091]

You need that D8 on your pond project!

[@Justalittleoutoftown]

@@smithworx1091 that would help if it will ever stop raining

[@smithworx1091]

@@Justalittleoutoftown yep.

[@LAKESIDEBOB1]

At the end you mentioned a video of the changes in operating mode you made to the 313, well I for one would like a video on that.

[@smithworx1091]

I will do a video showing that

[@mountainjam27]

Excellent vid

[@smithworx1091]

Thanks buddy!

[@pauldillinger2286]

Liked the video man. Its crazy how many different things you can set it to do. I would forget most of it too. I would like to see how the 313 does now. Have a good weekend buddy.

[@smithworx1091]

Thanks Paul! I've already forgot most of it lol. I'll show how we adjusted the 313 soon.

[@pauldillinger2286]

@@smithworx1091 Sounds good man.

[@lovejcdc]

Cool video Lindsey, I definitely learned a lot about those new machines. I am still a bit lost on some of that technology stuff 😅😅

[@smithworx1091]

You and me both brother lol!

[@derrickpettit86]

That's alot of cool information, he knows his sh$t about that dozer that's for sure, thanks for sharing bud, good video 💪🇺🇲🤙✊👌

[@smithworx1091]

It was a little long but I figured I'd share everything lol. Thanks bro

[@tylerarrigoni7700]

I want your tractor! Congrats!

[@smithworx1091]

Thanks brother. I love it

[@digginandbuildinwv7012]

I bought one 2 years ago, love it. Did a little video on using that slope assist.

[@smithworx1091]

Haha. I watched it! I appreciate you doing that. That's what I used to figure mine out until cat could get to me

[@digginandbuildinwv7012]

@@smithworx1091 awesome

[@jakezgab8576]

Lots of bells and whistles, enjoy the bells, be careful when hear the whistles 😂

[@smithworx1091]

Haha. Solid advice!

[@poorfarm-nn6ii]

Man you got some awesome equipment there. I really like that dozer, got all the fancies!! But I’d be upset about the music. I gotta have the music. It plays in my 289 but it’s a 21. So it may have been before they changed radios. Still feels new but I guess it’s headed to being old news lol. I’d like to see the adjustments of the 313. I know we can change the speed of the 306. It’s so crazy fast. Boss just decided to turn it all the way up and figure out how to run it like that. Thanks for the great videos man!! Keep it up!

[@smithworx1091]

Thanks brother. I'll make a video of your to adjust the 313. I forgot to add it in the next video that will come out. That 306 is almost too fast lol. She's snappy!

[@poorfarm-nn6ii]

@@smithworx1091 yeah the 306 is crazy fast. I could dent a truck close by real quick lol. But once you are used to it, it’s not so bad I guess. I don’t mind the slower older units. Kind of prefer them to the speed of the 306. I don’t use the 306 much so I’m always getting used to it when I do lol.

[@jimmytew9468]

Lindsey that's a lot of technology for pushing dirt. 😂 I wouldn't know what to do with all it. I remember when I just wanted a cab with A/C and heat. It's going to make easier for you once you get it figured out. Now you just need to get a Bluetooth put it it. Be Safe Out There.

[@smithworx1091]

Lol you're right. To smart for this country bumpkin. I'm kinda bummed about the Bluetooth. But I'm not in it long enough to listen to the radio lol

[@jimmytew9468]

@@smithworx1091 this Ole Timer would be lost in the new equipment. We didn't even have computers or calculators when I was in school. The first computer I saw was at a college my senior year in high school. It had those big reels on them and took up a whole wall. I'm sure you will have it figured out after you start using it. I'll be here watching you along the way. It will make good content for your channel. Try not to make me laugh too much. You could always phone a friend or a brother in law. 🤣 I'm just kidding. You got this!

[@smithworx1091]

@@jimmytew9468 lol. I'm ready to take the rake off and finish grade with it

[@tristardiggin]

Love that touch screen. I agree, its ridiculous they dont have a code to lock them. All the other machines lock out.

[@smithworx1091]

The guy called me today and said he could put a lock screen on it. He's supposed to soon

[@tristardiggin]

@@smithworx1091 That is great. I asked about mine and they said it wouldn't. But it's not as fancy as yours. 😁

[@smithworx1091]

If it's got a touchscreen, they can do it. Just depends on if they'll take the time lol.

[@tristardiggin]

What did he say about the blade ball? I've always wondered what I should be doing.

[@smithworx1091]

He said turn it all the way up and to one side and grease the top of the ball you can see. Then do the opposite and grease it. He said it isn't perfect but at least some grease will works its way down in there. D4 size machines have grease fittings on them

[@rirebel6029]

Cat hands down make the best machines , with that being said every cat machine I have run with def from a 299 skid steer to a 352 excavator , between 1500 and 2000 hours you will have an issue with the def system that the dealer has to fix , not a huge deal all the new machines are that way thanks to our wonderful government telling all of us the earth is melting but with more tax money out of us they can stop it 😂

[@smithworx1091]

🤣 my tax money would be a lot more useful for a delete kit on the Def system!

[@rirebel6029]

I said the same thing ! I can even stomach thinking about what those bafoons do with our hard earned money 💰

[@smithworx1091]

@RiRebel602 you and me both brother!

[@chancegregg]

You can connect Bluetooth. I’m jamming in my all day. You have to do it through settings on your phone. It asks for a pin to connect. It’s 1234

[@smithworx1091]

That's good to know. I'm gonna try it

[@Harikarikillboy]

I’m curious, what made you choose Cat and not John Deere or one of the other brands? I’ve never had the occasion to operate any of them machines except a skid loader. It was fun at first, but like everything that becomes a job lol. Good video bud, always enjoy seeing them machines! Always amazed at how much stuff they put in these new ones.

[@smithworx1091]

Cat was the first ones I went to when I started looking for a skid steer. Me and the salesman became friends and that's just who I always went back to. They never gave me a hard time when I wanted a new machine or trade something in. I'm sure Deere is just as good. I've never been in anything else though. Appreciate you buddy

[@adambell2068]

These new Cat dozers are the nicest machines out there. Put them up against anyone and there is no comparison.

[@LifeWithChase]

I like it. That thing is fancy. Don't like that government juice though. Your undercarriage looks like mine, you should clean that. 😂😂

[@smithworx1091]

🤣 I did shovel it out that day. The 313 is terrible!

[@LifeWithChase]

@@smithworx1091 probably stayed clean a whole 15ft 😂

[@smithworx1091]

Bout 7.5 lol

[@jimmytew9468]

Hey Lindsey what happened to your next video? I know the rain has been a problem. I thought you were through with this job. Hope everything is going well

[@smithworx1091]

I haven't posted it yet. It'll be Tomorrow. I'm trying to space them out a little because I know I won't get on a machine much this week.

[@jimmytew9468]

@@smithworx1091 Yea my daughter lives in Starkville so I keep up with the weather in that area. I noticed that there's rain in the forecast for your area starting Wednesday night through Sunday. That sucks because it's rains for 3 or 4 days and it's takes that long to dry out. Then it rains again for 2 or more days. But once it stops it will really stops and it'll get Hot Damn Hot. I'm sure you've gotten all the things around the house and shop done by now. I would be going crazy if I was in your situation.

[@smithworx1091]

@Jim Tew Jr luckily I've been busy with maintenance contracting. I was gonna work on the gooseneck this week but that ain't gonna happen lol

[@jimmytew9468]

@@smithworx1091 not unless you want to get wet

[@goodboyringo9716]

I love your machines more than you and I don't even have one, they are Cadillacs , LOL.

[@smithworx1091]

🤣 they really are too nice to be getting dirty!

[@goodboyringo9716]

@@smithworx1091 .... LOL , please don't get them dirty ha ha .

[@edp9743]

Oil, grease and filters are inexpensive . Engines and transmissions are not ! If I were to purchase a new machine I would dump the engine way under 100 hrs to remove the machinings from manufacturing. These machines set in the elements condensation forms easily with temp changes. Just an old retired mechanic speaking.

[@smithworx1091]

I agree. I'm not waiting 500hrs to change oil and filters.

[@Mycouponman]

@@smithworx1091 My 2 older machines say 500 hrs for oil change I go 250

[@Mycouponman]

along with final drives.

[@smithworx1091]

@@Mycouponman my skid steer final drives are pretty cheap to change the oil. I think the D3 isn't much more

[@scottbamasime4338]

Def is like your fuel, fill your fuel every evening before you go home. Get in that habit..

[@smithworx1091]

Both expensive habits 🤣

[@scottbamasime4338]

@@smithworx1091 but the fuel you fill to prevent moisture from forming overnight and getting into the fuel system..

[@mthompson3891]

Why you learn ing this. You never going to change any filters.

[@smithworx1091]

This was for you to know. Don't be calling me no more when your equipment won't run!

[@Mrs.RooksTrees]

You owe me for watching these 45-minute videos 😴

[@smithworx1091]

It's about time you supported me

[@karleywarrenn]

This is the best 😂😂

[@scottaddison8071]

Get a haircut

[@smithworx1091]

Bring me that 317

[@scottaddison8071]

One day, When you grow up and are big enough to see over the steering wheel, then we will talk

[@smithworx1091]

@@scottaddison8071 🤣