Working On A Bobcat 873

I picked up a bobcat 873 and it needs some TLC, so here it is:
Fuel filter replacement, Adjusting steering linkage, Alternator belt, fan belt tensioner, mounting new tires. problem solving gauges.
Yes I know it needs an oil change, that just didn't make it onto camera.
Power Probe:
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
Fuel Filter:
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...
Fan Belt Tensioner:
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
Possum King Merch:
teespring.com/stores/possum-gear
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[@chk1chk2]

Good video bud!

[@joseaguirre1326]

Best and most helpful videos I have seen and truly appreciated the effort you put into making an understandable video that shows the complete process and step by step explanation with good video of the steps Thanks

[@PossumKing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chargermopar]

That fuel tank picup has a sefe disintegrating hose so I replaced mine with polyethylene black tubing to avoid the frustrating rough running and stalling problem. The Deutz engine has a timing belt that when it breaks will bend push rods and/or valves so it's a good idea to replace it every 2000 hours or 7 years which ever comes first.

[@PossumKing]

Yeah, it's due for timing belt. It has to wait til I have time this winter. Probably will end up removing the motor when I do it.

[@mcl237]

Did you make a video on that? I wanna see. Just bought one.

[@PossumKing]

@@mcl237 I ended up paying a buddy $100 to do it. He knew what he was doing and had it done in like an hour. Money well spent

[@MitzvosGolem1]

Deutz has common issue with fuel pump leaking fuel into motor oil causing run away motor destruction.. They also have a rubber timing belt needs replacing or bends valves.. There are two small inline case drain filters off drive motor s need replacing or seals blow. Good job thanks

[@PossumKing]

Well I am at the point of pulling the motor out anyway. All the motor oil leaked out somewhere and I cant see where. Its 600+hr past due for timing belt and the whole machine needs reconditioned. Maybe I need to look into replacing a fuel pump for preventative measures. Thanks for the input. I have learned a lot from my first skidsteer.

[@MitzvosGolem1]

@@PossumKing Deutz not so good. But I have a few lasted good in jlg manlift. Nice job thanks

[@dishtech43]

Can you adjust the speed by sliding the hand controller ? I have right side slower than right. I figured it was getting bad.. but wonder if you can adjust to make go faster.?

[@mattmares2952]

I need help I have a 873 and my arms wont go up or.down and my bucket won't tilt do you know what it might can be??

[@jono9549]

If you have points, I would not keep the key on continuously, it could fry the points - use an external power source to power the gauge.

[@PossumKing]

It's diesel

[@justatool]

Hey bud, I just bought one of these and the cab shocks are missing, can you do a video on cab shocks replacement.. you can just do a procedures. My cab was heavy as hell, I then realized these were missing. Thanks.

[@PossumKing]

Shouldn't they just be like a normal lid/truck shock? I never looked at them but I'm pretty sure you just pry the clip with a screw driver and they pop off. I'll look next time I'm working on it.

[@justatool]

Mine is missing the ball on top, probably a simple job, I'll order some and figure it out..

[@justatool]

Do some more bobcat repair videos!

[@PossumKing]

I will

[@UntilImRichNgs]

Does the fuel cut off solenoid cut the fuel off with power or without. I ran into a complication where im not getting fuel and I can't figure out if I just disconnect the solenoid will I get fuel or does it require power to get fuel. Thanks for any input.

[@PossumKing]

Your pickup tube in fuel tank probably broke off. You have a primer bulb? Does it prime?

[@UntilImRichNgs]

@@PossumKing yes it does prime and I have lots of fuel coming from return line.

[@PossumKing]

@@UntilImRichNgs power probe it with key off and on. If it's not working it's probably a bad shutoff

[@UntilImRichNgs]

@@PossumKingI've tried manually engaging the fuel cut off valve but I don't know if the fuel cut off valve is engaged or disengaged with power.

[@UntilImRichNgs]

By the way thank you for helping me.

[@mcl237]

Where was that fuel sensor at? Mines out. Also my lights are out. Fuses look good on bottom right. Is there a relay?

[@PossumKing]

Buy a power probe.

[@mcl237]

@@PossumKing ok but around what area is the fuel sensor

[@PossumKing]

@@mcl237 for the fuel level? In the tank. You can't reasonable get to it because it's way far down. That's why mine didn't get fixed.

[@mcl237]

@@PossumKing ohh ok I though it was a sensor in an easy spot to get to

[@woolyhighlander7280]

Sounds LOW on Hyd.oil !

[@thekid3032]

whats a fair price for a comparable unit like this?

[@PossumKing]

I paid 8k for it with 5k hours. Put some into it along the way. But with the latest prices 11 would probably be a deal. Haha.

[@PossumKing]

Spend the extra money and get something with tracks

[@thekid3032]

@@PossumKing thanks for the reply I've found one for 6k that needs some minor odds and ends and a hydraulic pump installed the seller has a new one that goes with the machine. Thinking ot may be a decent investment for a first machine to get started with.

[@PossumKing]

@@thekid3032 what is it?

[@thekid3032]

@@PossumKing 1998 bobcat 873 turbo diesel with around 2800 hours. Needs a few odds and ends otherwise looks solid.

[@grayman74]

Both tires on the same side should be replaced at the same time. Doing what you have done puts the chains on both sides in a bind

[@PossumKing]

I never thought of that. I should just go buy 2 more tires and be done with it. Thanks for the advice.

[@FishingFrustrationsUK]

seen cameratas vids on bobcats n yup i agree with andrew there crap

[@PossumKing]

Mine has been reliable. Hard to go wrong with a foot pedal/ linkage steer machine.

[@jacklowe3788]

@@PossumKing How long does it take to get proficient w/ foot pedals? Been running joy stick tractors for 25yrs little worried about retraining my 61yr brain - Any advice on best model to look for in this era of machines - I'm shopping for decent condition Skid Steer for farm chores maybe looki g to build small pond - Thanks for video-

[@PossumKing]

@@jacklowe3788 everyone is different. I think you can pick up on it in a few minutes. It normally takes me a little to warm up when I run ISO controls but foot control is second nature. As for brands. I haven't ran a new holland that I liked. I really like bobcat for the 90s. Also get tracks. You will want a track machine the second you need to grade anything. Good luck