What happens when a Truck Mechanic works on Equipment? Cat 305 Excavator.

[@AdeptApe]

Thanks for watching and I highly recommend getting a Lincoln Oil Suction System. Click the Amazon Affiliate link to help the channel out and thanks for watching! amzn.to/3oaOgeZ

[@TAGDIESEL]

I emailed you with a few questions yesterday. I'm having trouble getting a c7 started.

[@jackdawg4579]

amazon says not available from your link, but that might be because I am not in North America.

[@luisencarnacion7713]

just order my today from the link cant wait to get it

[@jerrysaladino6698]

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[@MrMarkguth]

I’m a Ag tractor mechanic and work on earth moving equipment, I find it mentally challenging to work on trucks, I guess it comes down to what you did your time on.

[@musicstlight552]

@@JJ-dw4lz let me know how it go

[@MrMarkguth]

@@JJ-dw4lz yes I did a apprenticeship on John Deere actually

[@nickwhite6717]

I'm the dead opposite. I'll struggle on tractors and stuff, on trucks I'll tackle anything full of confidence

[@tjsMAR]

Thanks for the wisdom on using suction systems for changing oil, Josh. When I worked as a boat mechanic that is how we changed the oil on every vessel since you can't even see nor reach the drain plug on inboard motors

[@AdeptApe]

Yeah, I used a Topsider for my car before I bought this and it worked good for little engines. People seemed confused when I don't get the big oil tanker and drain the oil out of the plug, the suction style is just much cleaner and less labor time.

[@SuperSecretSquirell]

Welcome to my world! Now, we just need to get you on a 349 or a D8 out of the landfill lol. We don't get the luxury of sucking the oil out, we have to drop pans/panels and clean them out as part of the service.

[@preachers4135]

Don’t forget the 836’s!

[@SuperSecretSquirell]

@@preachers4135 YES!!!! We get them all too often in the shop. If it's not an engine problem it's a trans problem.

[@paulrooster2108]

Oh man I got stuck as a site mechanic at a landfill years ago , freaking guy came rolling up on a Ole D-5 with steering clutch problems, freaking dead dog hanging off the blade , popped the floorboards to get to a oil leak , it had freaking maggots crawling around down in there , nasty Ole rotten food an who knows what .an the stench gets in the pores of your skin an hair , it took me 2 weeks to get the smell outta the cab of my truck, I threw my boots away .

[@quazy1328]

As a equipment mechanic that has had to fix equipment that was "repaired" by truck and automotive mechanics, it always scares me.

[@madalaskann]

the worst is i had my electrican look at it

[@ryanlynch2259]

I'm a bicycle mechanic working at a Kubota dealership.. I love checking over tractors that the mechanics put together... haha

[@paulrooster2108]

Truck Boys 🤣 , Real Men work on Heavy Iron , that's why they call us IRON MEN

[@guacamoleweiner69]

My coworker was trying to fix a gas engine fuel pump and it wasn't starting. He ended up trying to put a $2000 spark module when it was a sparkplug. Its better for us diesel mechanics to stick to diesels

[@zachc2991]

That is a silly fear unless those technicians are just incompetent.

[@larrytalley117]

another incredibly informative video....I'm too old to work on equipment...heck I don't even do my own oil changes on my Cat C7 in my RV...but watching your videos makes me wish I was younger so I could get down and dirty....Nah...I'm ok with paying a good mechanic to do the work. :)

[@AdeptApe]

Hey Larry, thanks for the comment as always. Your never too old to work on stuff, it just gets harder and more painful I would say. Your strategy of having others do it is a smart decision.

[@larrytalley117]

@@AdeptApe I sent you an email with an oil change question yesterday. Hope your Mother’s Day weekend was a good one.

[@Senkino5o]

Wow, how can you work for CAT for over a decade and never set foot in an excavator, mind blown! Loving ya.

[@AdeptApe]

Worked on generators, industrial engines and trucks the entire time.

[@melvingibson4525]

@@AdeptApe I work on CAT industrial equipment and generators and have never touched a CAT truck or excavator type. People forget just how big CAT is!

[@guacamoleweiner69]

At the dealer I work at, you work on one type of equipment, and that's it. For example, I work on all kinds of scrapers, and that's it. From 613 to 657

[@jeriwollmann7366]

Thanks for a different video. This is a fun one. Taking a break from trucks. 👍💪😊😊

[@AdeptApe]

I still prefer the trucks. Although all the hydraulics are pretty cool.

[@deant876]

You are so cute some times. That belly pan was so clean, I wish to come across them that clean. But I do mobile repairs and do not often have a chance to clean them

[@path8226]

The best channel on youtube for aspiring mechanics or even experienced mechanics, I've learned so much in the diesel world! anybody looking to get into the auto industry, I think diesel powered machinery is the future for a long time!

[@edkeniston4786]

You should do a tour through the forestry division if your dealership has one, that will educate you to some home brewed repairs. You did a great job as always!

[@Sales365]

This guy gets out of his way to show high quality content and information and some people still dislike his videos. Unbelieveable

[@pjp80s]

I don’t know how I came across your channel…. I’m a home owner with a few pieces of diesel equipment for side gigs…. I’ve been fixing random things on these old machines, so your videos are somewhat related. But the thing I like the most is your attention to detail and your sense of humor!

[@MrNofruitjuice]

That's probably the best way to sneak in a sponsored ad. I was curious enough to not skip it. I'd rather pull the plug. I don't do enough oil changes on my Acura

[@bobt5002]

Great video Josh thanks for sharing.

[@mohammadalissa8255]

Your job always clean and tidy

[@terryf3434]

I had to laugh when I saw the title of the video. Years ago I took my Pete with a 3176 to the cat dealer. They asked me if it was ok to let a Equipment mechanic work on my truck. I told them no problem nuts and bolts work the same. Well he put the water pump on and it was a bad part out of the box. So I had to keep waiting for them to replace the "new" water pump again. I was there for almost 9 hours for a 3-4 hour job. I did get a free Cat hat out of the deal.

[@AdeptApe]

And a sweet story!

[@gcflower99]

Gosh, if you'd had a classic Duramax over the years, you would have immediately recognized the bleeder gasket/o-ring failure sucking air on the hand priming pump. Great video!!

[@shanersmechaniclife3164]

Oil evacuation. Great example of working smarter not harder. Better than dealing with a skid plate with 300lbs of mud inside, or crawling under it in water mud and sharp rock. Great tip!

[@D8PETE]

Great video Josh. I'm experiencing almost the exact same issue with my 303.5D excavator. I suspected that it is somehow pulling air into the system, but I wasn't sure how go about finding the leak. I started watching your video and saw that you installed a section of clear tubing in the fuel system to check for air bubbles. Awesome idea! I originally suspected an air leak either in the fuel priming pump or a seal in the water separator. I look forward to trying your method to see if it can help me locate my issue. The timing of this video was perfect! Thanks.

[@upstatehauling6996]

Great meeting you the other day in the shop. Looking forward to bringing in my B model.

[@AdeptApe]

Hey Andy, nice meeting you as well. Bring it by any time.

[@tomkuehl5792]

Just ordered the oil evac system through your channel. Thank you for showing it!

[@AdeptApe]

Thanks for ordering it through the link.

[@Florian5120Pro]

Hey nice to see you working on real machines 🤣🤙

[@chrissample3047]

I'm in college diesal Great tips

[@paulchoiniere7322]

Great content. I worked at South worth Milton cat through the 90s. From 2000 till now on my own. I literally finish your sentences for you like twins. Cool how cat trained technicians all troubleshoot the same.

[@asherdie]

Leaving the filter water drain loose acts as an automatic drain and bonus rust proofing

[@matthewmoore54]

That's some great information! Awesome video!

[@kerrygleeson4409]

Great information Josh thanks for sharing 🦘🇦🇺👍

[@AdeptApe]

Thank you Kerry.

[@toad465]

I got a good chuckle from this one, being a Truck Tech too, the last three weeks though have been Dirt show for me also. The CAT dealer's that I work for would never let me create all these videos, ypo much propriatary and too much lost time. Lucky You!

[@zmotorsports62]

Nice work. I have a very similar oil evacuation system. Looks identical but I purchased it from NAPA under the Crew Chief brand. Probably made by Lincoln. I purchased it for when I was doing some boat work and small engine work but quickly found it works for so much more. And I HATE working on boats.lol The bubble test works great on fuel system testing. There always seems to be some small bubbles due to entrained air but like you mentioned the big bubbles are what cause issues. Also a good reason for positive pressure fuel supply pumps. I've installed them on RV's and well worth it. Mike

[@archiecurrie8452]

I love the vacuum canisters especially when replacing injectors it’s always nice to suck that bit of fuel off the top of the pistons. But doing an oil change with it doesn’t allow the parts to come out the bottom on the plug. I prefer to let the oil drain out well I’m doing all my other greasing and inspections. All the off-road equipment I work on has Cat quick drain systems on them. Once the oil has completely removed I slow the pump down and let them gurgle away for a while.

[@agmc4me]

Ever watched those guys rebuild engines in The dirt? Great amusement

[@jimdevlin3366]

Hey mate watching from Australia i turn to you with cat issues i think you are doing a great job at explaining Cat engines and equipment keep up the good work lots of love from Australia

[@oby-1607]

I have very mixed feelings about oil changes from evacuators thru the dipstick opening. My dump truck with a Cat engine has 2 sumps with 2 drain plugs so if using an evacuator wouldn't really work on this. Also, the manufacturers have usually engineered the proper drainage thru the drain plug.

[@FishFind3000]

Agreed. I’ve seen a video where they showed a vacuum oil ch age left several quarts of oil behind. If it wasn’t designed for it it’s not meant to be used that way.

[@paulsullivan8416]

Hell yeah I own a cat 305 just a tad newer and full cab!!! Same motor

[@LeewardStudios]

I use an electric positive displacement pump. You have to put a little oil down the tube so the internal vanes get an air tight seal. I find they are very quick and have no issues with sucking out cool or cold oil. I’ve just not had much luck with Venturi systems.

[@tomnorthcutt4754]

Oh yeah and awesome video. I learn alot from you. Thank you

[@gregpaszt4671]

Learn the equipment its more challenging you will earn more and open avenues of oppurtunity.I used to work for a Cat dealer as a truck engine mechanic. Found it boring after changing 3000 head gaskets on 3406Bs when cat changed from asbestos head gaskets to non asbestos. Learn the equipment youll make more $.

[@carlosserrano8395]

Love your videos bro thx so much for so much info and help btw the destruction of the week was mostly a perfect example of severe neglect

[@jaydunbar7538]

I've still got 4 of the original brake cans on my truck, 1999 fld 120 with a bit shy of 1.8mill on it. The only reason the other 2 got replaced was one of the springs broke so I replaced both, even the diaphragm was original with a manufactured 1998 stamp. You may know the person who rebuilt it, was rebuilt in Idaho in 2012 before I got it and still running great.

[@Smiling_mike]

Awesome!

[@marine2ful]

Oh man, glad to see my boat is still there!!

[@scottc4433]

I’m a 32 year old everything mechanic . Luckily in Alberta Canada we have excellent training . But really it’s all nuts and bolts . But there is a give and take . Some people know everything about some things . And some people know some things about everything .

[@Liam-ir6xm]

I have recently started using an oil extractor for doing my cars as we use them at work (I'm a small engine mechanic) and its so much easier. I did it on my 4x4 when i was servicing it and pulled the drain plug to check how much oil was still in the pan and not a drop came out. Was pretty happy with that

[@alouisschafer7212]

Oil extractors are great. I got one for 45 bucks that just builds the vacuum with a hand pump and it easily sucks my engine dry in under 10 minutes and its so clean and easy to do.

[@johnwesley966]

Keep the videos coming I really enjoy the content I used to work for Deere but I'm starting to switch over

[@travisschank9975]

Lol I'd love to watch ya work on a cat 245 shovel or a 785 haul truck

[@beyondthewizard2347]

Great video, I've been into a lot of workshops to diagnose "electrical problems" after the customer has had similar problems , but changed the fuel pump, fuel injectors & common rail. Then claim it is a ecu problem & its electrical. I do a couple of tests like yours & find its that fuel filter housing is letting in air or the filter hasn't been changed in 5 years or they've fitted inline air connectors on to the plastic fuel pipes.

[@deanh7190]

Discovered vac for oil on a boat with an I/O. I sold the boat but I still have and use the vac. Used it most recently on a 10kw genset in my RV.

[@thecrazygear4603]

This is incredible

[@zachc2991]

I would have never thought about a suction system. Now there is another tool that I don't need, but will have to have........

[@coarsegrind]

The destruction of the week reminded me of a guy I saw setting slack adjusters while the truck was out of air. Yes the brakes were out of adjustment that bad but I’ve seen anyone set brakes and not know the system has to be aired up.

[@AdeptApe]

Air brakes are pretty simple creatures, but you still have to service them correctly

[@hanktownsend7911]

@@AdeptApe I would love to see a video on air brake adjustments

[@pedropedro2837]

Thanks nice video

[@361CustomRideScene]

I wasn't going to subscribe but Buddy and Piper talked me into it.. lol

[@gasperajdnik5627]

Good work 👍, you have good videos, i'm a diesel mechanic

[@brianb3333]

good work right there

[@Chris-Indio]

Welcome to the heavy equipment world

[@walkersullivan6201]

In the video when it starts moving it sounds like the gates of hell opening lol

[@aaronmoore5552]

I like to drain the oil from the bottom I have to get under the engine anyways to check for leaks and other components.

[@weldmachine]

Not sure Why this video came up in my recommendations ?? But glad it did. Turned out to be a great video to watch.

[@AdeptApe]

Thank you.

[@richardbowles7690]

Could be titled "CAT Truck Guy Meets POS Excavator" or "CAT Sleuth Navigates Foreign World."

[@elroyelblander6277]

Right on man 👍👍

[@Ultra310x]

Oh would it be nice for you to work on more heavy equipment engines. Probably the best Cat engine pro in the world very very intelligent guy. Wont find anyone better in my eyes

[@emddoctor8671]

You should ask to get on the next compactor job. Good times...

[@madjack1748]

"The right joystick controls the stick" That's the boom, Mr. Ape

[@AdeptApe]

As I said, I have no idea what they call this stuff.

[@averyw.3939]

@@AdeptApe You were kinda right though, there is a stick but it's the piece between the boom and the bucket.

[@preachers4135]

It’s okay Mr. Ape, you’re still a cool Cat!

[@clydeacor1911]

I can definitely see how the oil vacuum is cleaner but I always pull the plug to inspect the magnet on the drain plug for metal. This is of course on my own equipment, I like to catch things early before I have my own destruction of the week. Lol...

[@cullenmiller8170]

I have a Mighty Vac system that you pump up like pump sprayer. I bought that 20 years ago to change oil in my cars and boat. I’m glad the driver is doing a good pre trip inspection on that truck. 😳

[@AdeptApe]

5 of the 6 inner wheel seals were leaking too 👍

[@cullenmiller8170]

@@AdeptApe You know those just started leaking on the way to the shop. :-)

[@FixItStupid]

TY

[@codykennedy1625]

I also work for WSECO in Poky. Its funny to see the similarities in poor equipment/ tooling from your shop and mine.

[@martybeaudry5747]

good stuff

[@MrCrabbing]

Used to see the primer heads fail on ford diesel cars over here, I used to completely cover the primer button with a thick layer of heavy grease and if that was the issue it would cure the fuel drain back and stumbling issues and could even last for weeks as a temporary repair.

[@Hitman-ds1ei]

Now your in the big boys game, working on construction/ mining equipment, now you just got to get into a 994K etc

[@scrotiemcbogerballs8286]

You talked about changing oils using your vacuum tank and not taking the drain plug out just wanted to say most drain plugs have a magnet it’s always a good idea to check it for metal shavings every oil change

[@preachers4135]

Routine SOS samples are much much better.

[@slowaf12v]

Haha josh had to work on equipment!!! Sucks dont it!! Love the channel!!

[@AdeptApe]

Thank you. I still like my trucks.

[@KeepingitAnalog]

I ordered the vacu tank via your link.

[@AdeptApe]

You are a hero to the channel.

[@KeepingitAnalog]

@@AdeptApe But then I also set up an affiliate account for my channel!

[@michaelbenoit248]

I’m glad that excavator has a mechaical injection system & no def.

[@tomwinkle5536]

Cool

[@jamiefultz5937]

I loved it when truckers don't take care of there vehicles it means more money for me

[@natec9604]

Looks like the Boise shop

[@myinfo3406]

I worked on mine and construction equipment. Watching you work on trucks gives me a headache haha

[@badgerpa9]

CAT by color, Mitsu by engine.

[@cornfed123567]

As an equipment mechanic who doesn't work for a manufacturer and gets to work on just about every brand, cat makes good engines and big dirt equipment but sucks at absolutely everything else, also alot of their smaller, or off type equipment is usually just rebranded other brands with a few options changed or added

[@joefalmo5528]

I love the cat filter comment I find it interesting caterpillar doesn’t make their own filters the filter housing isn’t caterpillar either they were using those on John Deers 20 years ago

[@preachers4135]

Caterpillar doesn’t make their own filters? Where do you get your information from? The filter housing on this application may not appear to be caterpillar, as was also shown, the engine wasn’t actually a Cat engine but I bet there’s a seven digit Cat part number on each. The engines, even when built by other companies, are built to Cat specs and most parts are not interchangeable with their counterparts.

[@xxxmikeyjock]

on ours there is a line filter in that unit that was plugged.

[@PrinceAndrewFucksKids]

Hey Josh, I watched the whole video and unfortunately that's not a digger either. I think it's a small house destroyer lmao. Have a great day friend. I love watching your videos

[@igostupidfast3]

Our local CAT dealer doesn't even work on trucks anymore

[@markgeorge2225]

Can you change hydraulic filter. My 305.5 is overdue. Thanks, I've learned so much.

[@vicpetrishak1077]

Mounting a double diaphragm pump onto your tank works well . Your rental house fleet should install hydraulic fittings on all oil pans. ( quick couplers) Very efficient and oil messes eliminated . This set-up is very fast

[@fransiscolopez1305]

Ha! So you are in Idaho thats awesome! I was wondering where you were at when I saw that Western State Cat on your shirt. I live in Idaho so I recognized it right away. When I lived in Nebraska it was called NMC Cat.

[@AdeptApe]

Can't confirm the location of the State of the secret base of operations. Although I do give some pretty clear "hints."

[@nathansmith3135]

I'm guessing the cat dealer on St rose parkway

[@Jameslfgsmith]

Side note I’m surprised that mini ex didn’t have a perkapillar. That’s all our small equipment use for the power plant.

[@rodneyschnelle315]

Liked the video as always. Gonna be asking a lot of questions in the coming months probably, trying to buy a truck. What’s your opinion of a 08’ c13 and switching it to a single turbo? And is that c13 shorter than a c15 or did just look like that? Would there be a problem changing to a c15 down the road?

[@charlesb4267]

With that truck, how the driver never noticed something drastically wrong with the brakes long before the state it was in when you got it into your hands is mind boggling. Also it certainly wasn't getting any pretrip check for a very long time. That certainly is the type of mess that DOT has every reason to have towed off the road.

[@jddiesel7409]

Like when gen shop sent a guy to truck shop since it was getting slow. Put him on an air compressor replacement. Dude was not happy.

[@notbho]

I have a feeling this guy is at the cat dealer in pocatello

[@FishFind3000]

7:10 false, I’ve seen videos that the suction tube doesn’t remove all the oil. If the engine wasn’t designed for it the pan can still hold more oil. I saw a oil change that was sucked and there was still 3 quarts of oil left in the pan.

[@alouisschafer7212]

If the suction hose gets to the bottom of the Pan you get everything out. If it cant for some reason thats the problem.

[@peterhall6656]

I'm not a gynaecologist but I'll take a look anyway.....

[@rickl7024]

Been in your shoes a couple times! That lever does what?

[@paulrooster2108]

We got a saying - If you don't know what Lever A Does , then Lever her B . I was taught to run a Cat motor grader when I was 12 yrs old . I remember looking at the double row of knobs over the steering wheel , an then the 3-4 odd ones off either side of the seat . An man that engine had some serious torque . An there was a sweet spot on the throttle if you went to take off an the idle was to low it would stall out , if the idle was to high it would spin the back tires an lurch forward dang near throwing you outta the cab 🙄

[@SOU6900]

An unrelated question that I forgot if you've answered before, but does Cat mount both electrical generator and hydraulic pumps to the engine at the same time for marine applications?

[@johnmoring6931]

did this for 25 years consturction fleet maintance on @off road ase all phases its grt. job security theyll break it faster then you can fix it

[@paulrooster2108]

I started on Ag Equipment, moved up Automotive, then went Heavy Truck , then jumped to Construction Equipment as a Road Mechanic ( they call it mobile now ) an never looked back , ended up as Shop Foreman the last 10 yrs at a Cat Dealer . I have bent wrench's for near 45 yrs An DONE !!! 🤣

[@NineCylinderDiesel]

I prefer to use the drain plug on machinery because otherwise they just tend to collect way too much dirt over time.