Just had bearing failure on the rear idler on my 279c. It got so hot that it filled the cab with smoke. Do you typically get a hole new wheel? Or replace the seals and bearing? My machine has single flange idlers on the back. It has thrown a track twice on me. Should I get triple flange. Does cat supply these or do I get them elsewhere? Thank you for your help
If it got that hot, I wouldn't even look at it, just slap a new assembly on there.
Yes, replace. Yes on triple flange idlers. I used to run triples on all four corners for a customer that ran a track off every other day. Now i work for him! The triples will hold a track a lot longer in some really bad situations.
Would anyone have the part number for the triple flange idler?
Replace the entire assembly. All my rubber tracked CAT CTL have triple flange rollers. If you are using the machine in rough or rugged condition they are a must have item.... Triple flange roller part numbers are; Idler-GP- TRA 348-9647 qty 2 You only need to replace the two rear single flange with the above. The dual flange fronts are fine and will not derail the track. I am carrying around Fecon forestry heads on our 299XHP units and they are the heaviest attachment going and the dual flange fronts are never an issue. Good luck
Excellent pafarmer. So much easier when you have the part number when you call the dealer. Thank you and everyone else who replied.
No problem my Northern Brother...