Caterpillar D4

[martyn williams]

Hello John
Looking better already after a pressure wash
Will it be kept yellow ?
Regards
Martyn

[Julian]

Hello Julian
There is a tractair on Ebay now
Item number: 260573999605
Cheers
Martyn

Thanks Martyn. I'm not sure that I need another whole tractor restoration project just now! I had thought (probably incorrectly) that it would be possible just to buy a PTO powered compressor and mount it on the back of my Massey 575 - I think it'll have enough power. But maybe these things are like some tractor flail cutters and need proper brackets for mounting and not the three point linkage?

Anyhow, I took the ERF E12 and low loader for testing today (passed with just a few very minor odds and sods to fix for next time ) and spotted a Diesel towable compressor sitting in the corner, I've an idea they'd loan it me for a day or two - they've known me a few years now and I think they trust me!

Julian.

[martyn williams]

Hello Julian
A compressor is very handy for all sorts of jobs.I have used mine on a breaker,running all sorts of air tools and spray jobs.
The compressor is the most underated bit of construction kit in my opinion.I think I will start up a thread on these usefull machines.
Regards
Martyn

[adamec140]

Hi Martyn, been following your project with interest! Just thought id stick my nose in with a picture of my little 'love'. Bit concerned about the threaded track adjuster on one side, seems almost seized, have you had any trouble with yours?

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[Julian]

Hi Martyn, been following your project with interest! Just thought id stick my nose in with a picture of my little 'love'. Bit concerned about the threaded track adjuster on one side, seems almost seized, have you had any trouble with yours?

Oh, that's a very serious fault - you need to sell it ASAP. I'll be glad to take it off your hands

Julian.

[martyn williams]

Hello Adam.
If the threads are good, I would free it up make sure its ok.I would then protect the threads.I was thinking of using Denso tape and wrap it around the threads.or even a cut down empty grease tube secured around the threads with clips.
I liked Julians answer Looks a good machine Adam,the fuel tanks seem to be battered on the ones I have looked at.
Cheers
Martyn

[adamec140]

Thanks for that Martyn, and Julian, everything has its price!

[martyn williams]

A bit more progress on the D4.A lot of rubbing down was needed creating a bit of dust to compete with the volcano in Iceland.
Martyn

[FOWLER MAN]

Hello Martyn
Nice to see your D4 project progressing. Been having the right weather for it. I'd like to see it one of these days.
I hope to bring my Fowler in from Nelson to start restoration in a few weeks time. I'll give you a shout before I move it if you want to see it working. My TM56 will be there too. I'll take some photos of that this weekend.
Regards Fred.

[martyn williams]

Hello Fred
Looking forward to meet up with you again
Cheers
Martyn