New Splined Boom Foot Pins Used For Improved Lubrication {6504}
Usage:
416B (8SG, 8ZK),
426B (5YJ, 6KL),
428B (7EJ),
436B (6MJ, 7FL),
438B (3KK) Backhoe Loaders
Description of Change: New boom foot pins are used which have a splined surface to retain grease at the pin surface. The splined surface provides better lubrication and longer life.
Adaptable To: The new splined pins are a direct replacement for the standard pins as shown in the following chart.
This change is effective with 416B (8ZK9299, 8SG14798), 426B (6KL2365, 5YJ2378), 436B (7FL939, 6MJ820), 428B (7EJ9447), and 438B (3KK3815) and is adaptable to all earlier machines.
Caterpillar Information System:
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1996/10/07 Special Instruction SEHS9983 Available For Installation And Adjustment Of Truck Body {7258}
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1996/10/07 Service Manual Module Revisions Available {0374}
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