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Re: Thwaites Tusker Digger Wanted

Post #11 by NorthernEngine » Thu Feb 24, 2011 10:56 pm

Hmmmm, interesting. Especially as my clutch started playing up today..... :(


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Post #12 by Julian » Thu Feb 24, 2011 11:28 pm

NevB wrote:
braveheart! wrote:i I can't remember all the details of disassembly but logic and common sense will kick in when you get this ,
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It's straighforward. The brake shoe clutch works in a very similar way to a series landrover transmission brake, particularly regarding the shoe expander mechanism. On the clutch on the dumper this is actuated via a fairly powerful spring so try to keep out of the firing line when you release it.

If the clutch is just slipping it probably only needs adjustment. You adjust the shoes up untill the clutch won't release then back off a 1/4 turn or so, in just the same way as you adjust brake shoes on a car.

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Re: Thwaites Tusker Digger Wanted

Post #13 by NorthernEngine » Fri Mar 25, 2011 9:36 pm

Just done my clutch, so thought Id share some hard learnt wisdom!
If youre taking the clutch out, this might help.
Firstly, rather than remove the back panel, I would strongly advise leaving it in situ - it comes in very handy when removing the spring.
Before that though...
Remove the centre pin from the clutch idler and get it out of the way.
Remove the chain cover - the 4 bolts are easy got at if you give it full lock on the steering.
Then wedge a baulk of timber inside the rear panel. Using a scissor jack off the timber / back panel, compress the large spring. This will enable you to unscrew the shaft that pulls the clutch in. Im sure theres probably a proper tool for removing the spring, but if you dont have one, and dont want to have your hands and face close by as youre undoing that stop, the jack is the way to go.
Once you have that unscrewed, the assembly is free to come out. Use a couple of screwdrivers to ease out the 'back' plate until you can get the wrecking bars behind it. Dont worry about loosing the key - its fixed to the shaft.
Clean up or replace the shoes as needed, then reassemble. It will only fit back in one way, so you cant get it wrong. Use the scissor jack to compress the spring back into position.
Refit the idler for a test run and adjust to suit.Once youre happy with it, put the cover back on and youre done!

In my case the shoes were good and the piston free, but I imagine this is often the problem.
A good clean out made a world of difference though.

Incidentally I have made up my counterweight for the wee digger, but cant figure how to post pics??
Hope this helps someone :o)


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Post #14 by Julian » Fri Mar 25, 2011 11:07 pm

NorthernEngine wrote: but cant figure how to post pics?)


The best way in my opinion is to upload your pics onto your PC then upload them to a hosting site like photobucket. It's easy, just set up an account and follow the on screen prompts.

Next all you need to do is copy the image code from photobucket and paste it here. Simples.....

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Re: Thwaites Tusker Digger Wanted

Post #15 by glen&naomi » Sun Jul 24, 2011 10:37 pm

hi im putting this on here for a friend who has a thwaites tusker digger for sale, it needs a bit of attention but has great potential, i have some photos and will email to anyone who is interested, its located in west wales, i will also email anyone who is interested with his contact details, many thanks glen

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Post #16 by Holger » Mon Jul 25, 2011 1:04 pm

NorthernEngine wrote:... but cant figure how to post pics??


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Post #17 by tony240 » Thu Jan 16, 2014 1:26 pm

Dear All, I have one in very good working order, I am looking to sell it, I live in Derbyshire area, it also has a registration number and was a ex grave digging in the Kent area.
I have just joined this site so a big hello to you all. Tony


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Post #18 by tony240 » Fri Jan 17, 2014 11:42 am

Dear All, A follow on from my last post I have Thwaites Tusker for sale in good working order including 4 new tyres.
Tony.


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Post #19 by tony240 » Thu Jan 30, 2014 1:52 pm

I have one in good working order, for photo's email tony.mchale@bgs-ltd.co.uk. based in Derbyshire.
Ex Kent council grave digger.
One bucket 24"
no problems with it, starts great with handle.
Newish tyres.

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Re: Thwaites Tusker Digger Wanted

Post #20 by XS650 » Fri Jan 31, 2014 12:40 pm

Why not post a few pics here Tony.
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