Thwaites 4WD 3T Dumper Restore
Posted: Wed May 16, 2018 2:51 pm
Hi Folks,
I am restoring a Thwaites 4WD 3T Dumper & want to seal a couple of axle oil leaks before I start putting it all back together. The axle is a Salisbury type with a code C8DR-004-3AE on it. I googled that but got no valid return, it may be a serial number only. Anyhow I am looking for help on a few things:
Is there a manual available for the dumper in its entirety with regard to part numbers & maintenance ?
Is there a breakdown available for the axle itself so I can get some new seals to stop the oil leaks ?
Can I open the covers to look at the brakes & check for wear ?
Should I top up axle with oil or flush firstly before re-filling ?
What oil do I use for axle?
What oil do I use for brakes ?
I'd gladly pay for a thorough manual that can show me a breakdown of parts similar to the style of the Lister Petter manuals that give you blow by blow on maintenance, assy & spare part numbers.
Any help would be hugely appreciated.
Sean
I am restoring a Thwaites 4WD 3T Dumper & want to seal a couple of axle oil leaks before I start putting it all back together. The axle is a Salisbury type with a code C8DR-004-3AE on it. I googled that but got no valid return, it may be a serial number only. Anyhow I am looking for help on a few things:
Is there a manual available for the dumper in its entirety with regard to part numbers & maintenance ?
Is there a breakdown available for the axle itself so I can get some new seals to stop the oil leaks ?
Can I open the covers to look at the brakes & check for wear ?
Should I top up axle with oil or flush firstly before re-filling ?
What oil do I use for axle?
What oil do I use for brakes ?
I'd gladly pay for a thorough manual that can show me a breakdown of parts similar to the style of the Lister Petter manuals that give you blow by blow on maintenance, assy & spare part numbers.
Any help would be hugely appreciated.
Sean