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2008 bobcat 435 cracking noise when swinging and come to a stop

Specht ยท 2015-09-24 10:26

Hi I'm new to this sight here. but im looking for some info on a bobcat 435 mini excavator its a 2008 with around 3500 hours that i am looking to purchase. Everything seems to run great no power loss or anything like that but the only issue i am seeing with this machine is when you swing around and stop it makes a chattering noise and shutters when it comes to a stop. what could that possibly be? and is it something that should keep me from purchasing this piece of equipment? Thanks

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  1. #1crewchief8882015-09-24 16:41

    sounds like the swing brake :drinkup

  2. #2Specht2015-09-24 19:49

    That's kinda what I was thinking too can't seem to find much info about it though. Have you ever messed with replacing one? Do you think that might be due to abuse

  3. #3crewchief8882015-09-25 14:39

    i've done a couple of them over the years, it's not a fun job. :drinkup