The Classic Machinery Network

Hi, my 3CX White Cab has a leak in the metal hydraulic pipe which is fixed to the slew motor. As you sit in the cab looking at the digging arm it is the left hand "can". I would like to weld it but am concerned that the piston seals may melt. Does anyone know which side to put the jib so t...

Thanks J, had a wee op and all good now,
cheers crofter

Hi David, best plan is to go to local vehicle graphics company. The majority of these have access to online designs for almost any vehicle decals or can make them to your own design. I have used them for Motorbikes, 4x4's and tractors. Usually much cheaper the OE stickers and better quality!!, cheer...

Thanks mate, I have some emailed gearbox diagrams for our machines from JCB Technical, give me a shout if they are any use to you,

ps, sorry for delay in replying, I had a wee heart attack!!

cheers Roddy

Hi Ronnie, have just seen your post. Have you solved the problem? If not, there may be gauze or other type filter in the system which may need cleaning or replacement. Next step might be to have a pressure test done before shelling out for a new pump, just in case,

good luck
cheers crofter (Roddy)

Hi lad's, sorry it's been a while but I had a wee heart attack!! (Really) Just to say thanks for replies and and give an update. Turned out to be torque converter seals only, thankfully. Parts very cheap but good fun maneuvering bell-housing on trolley jack!!

cheers crofter

Hi Craig, I am in the middle of replacing the glass in my International tractor with acrylic sheeting I got from from Wickes. It is flexible so sounds like it will fit and is relatively cheap at £29.25 for an 1800x900mm sheet. Wickes part No is 210002,

cheers Rod

Hi, I have a 1982 JCB 3 CX, Machine Part No 817/00449, Ser No 298366/P/S, Gearbox Ser No 13027/682/2990, Engine No 835856/J, T/C No 8867, Rear Axle No 02010. It is leaking transmission oil from the vent in the bell-housing, (many thanks to Pete and Phil for their help). The problem I have is that I ...

Hi, I have just bought a 1982 JCB 3CX Whitecab Sitemaster. Serial Numbers are 298366/P/S/P, engine 835856J, gearbox 13027/682/299, T/C is 8867 and rear axle 02010. It reverses with no hesitation but regularly refuses to move forward. I added JCB 10w trans oil to level when cold and it ran fine for 1...

Hi Paddy. I have the same model and year JCB, can you tell me which service manual you use or where I can get one please,

cheers Rod