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track tension

stoner ยท 2012-11-17 00:35

Hope someone can help. Currently using an old CAT 245 excavator. One of the tracks are loose but apart from the track relief valve, can't find a track tension point for the grease. Normally there is a small hole or cover with a grease nipple. Can anyone suggest where to look?

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  1. #1PAcattech2012-11-17 02:05

    Stoner, there is a cover just behind idler you take off grease fitting is under it. I if i remember correctly they take 3/4'' wrench

  2. #2stoner2012-11-17 02:22

    Thanks PA cattech. I'll check again tomorrow. There is a large plate covering the spring. I'm assuming its somewhere in there as its the only cover behind the Idler.