Transportation Width Issue on Certain D6T Track-Type Tractors that Are Equipped with 6SU XL Narrow Blade{0355, 6050, 6061, 7000} Caterpillar

Track-Type Tractor:

D6T XL (S/N: TSM1-UP)

Introduction

The problem that is identified below does not have a known permanent solution. Until a permanent solution is known, use the solution that is identified below.

Refer to Special Instructions, REHS1841, "General Welding Procedures".

Problem

The overall width of the 334-1750 Push Arm Gp is 3100.94 mm (122.084 inch) that exceeds the transportation limit of 3000 mm (118.1 inch).

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Overall width (A) of the tractor is 3100.94 mm (122.084 inch)

Solution

Use the following procedure in order to minimize the width of the tractor:

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Left-hand side push arm

1. Cut step (1) that is welded on the push arm.

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Left-hand side push arm

2. Position new 9W-5375 Bar (2) on the push arm to a dimension (B) of 45 mm (1.8 inch) as shown in the Illustration 3.

3. Weld 9W-5375 Bar (2) on the push arm.

4. Repeat Step 1 through Step 3 to weld 9W-5375 Bar on the push arm on the right side of the machine.