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  1. Bobcat 873 forum. com Login Dealer Login VIP Portal Register Mar 11, 2009 · Have a 95 bobcat 873 starts fine and runs with full power for about an hour. I have gotten to the point where I have to remove the forward motor mount bolts. Thread starter Bkpigs; Start date Sep 26, 2022; B. Which would be curling the bucket up. An oil pan heater is what is quickly available. Always back right. 3 in it but I have found a couple of the "right" motors not too far away. First SS and first Bobcat. They also ended up replacing the alternator much to my dismay. and 300 engine hrs. Fuel - The return lines are leaking. 99 873 with Feb 10, 2013 · I brought home a Bobcat 873 today. Thanks for any advice. 873skid; Oct 6, 2024; Replies 11 Views 548. I can not find the serial number and I need it to order the service and shop manual. Sunday at 9:40 PM. Thread starter thirdcharmnc; Start date May 9, 2010; Help Support SkidSteer Forum: Jan 5, 2024 · A VERY quick search online doesn't show a true block heater as the standard install. I can only use a stuby wrench on the bottom because of its location and the nut on top is Jul 30, 2009 · My 873 is not having a good time right now. Oct 2, 2024 · I picked up a project 2001 873 skid loader tired machine. , 111 Dec 21, 2020 · Hello All, I was hoping someone could help me figure out what is wrong with my bobcat 873. When I put my temp gun on it the max temp at full throttle is 210. Feb 3, 2011 · General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum . New break soleniod, soleniod bar, and break relay have been installed and the issue still happens. Posted 3/20/2017 16:32 (#5911786 - in reply to #5911205) Subject: RE: Bobcat 873 tips I'd start by bleeding lines in a couple spots to be sure fuel is getting there. Display behind left shoulder shows all green lights. Contact Us New posts. General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum . Bobcat S205 controller shuts down engine starting Apr 6, 2020 · The book for the 873 says that there is a fuse block in the engine compartment on the door hinge side. It's for 3600 hours. Jul 13, 2012 · Just bought 1998 873 with 1120 hours (Deutz engine). Joel804; Jun 24, 2024; Replies 1 Views 388. Sep 26, 2022 #1 General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum . problem is that after about 15 minutes of operating under full power the engine starts to lose power . I have a 2000 model 873 with 2600 hrs on it. Bobcat 873 skid steer. Boom and tilt work fine. I am working on a Bobcat 873 skid steer. Bobcat 873 help. It started straight away after this time, but the lift and tilt are unresponsive. Like most everything I bring home it has a major problem but the price was right. Jun 28, 2010 · usually you don't buy the head gasket for a Deutz till you get the old one out as there are 3 different thicknesses of gaskets which has to be matched to what was in the engine , look on the new and old gasket and make sure the numbers match up before installing , a different thickness will cause you problems ---you mentioned run away , a turbo which is leaking oil will cause that problem Sep 29, 2023 · General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum . Just recently I pulled it into the garage and later went to back it out and could not get the traction lock to release with the bar down. The machine has tracks over the tires so I’m sure that’s not helping. Jun 19, 2011 · A '99 873 should have a Deutz oil cooled engine in it. Duetz engine!! Heater, A/C, tracks, 2 buckets, and they threw in a new set of forks. Hi everyone, first time postion, first time needing help. Thread Bobcat 873 help. 2000 bobcat 873 with oil cooled Deutz. Despite it's age it hasn't done that much work and is in pretty good condition. 873 bobcat. To start troubleshooting I opened up Jun 4, 2013 · I recently bought a 1999 Bobcat 873 with only 750 hrs. It was serviced about 90 hrs ago and and has been running great. and I mean really stuck. Thread starter Dec 12, 2009 · I have an 873 that will not move forward or back. They're already tight though I am afraid to hammer Jan 8, 2024 · General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum . The right had arm has a lot more Jul 6, 2024 · Bobcat 873 c series serial number 514112836 I'm having hydraulic issues. It's my first skid steer although I've run others at work. Jun Oct 4, 2020 · I have a Bobcat 873. General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum 873 Serial # 514124251, Have tilt/lock valve light showing 2 blinks on BICS controller (short to power) also Aux light is flashing on right under gauges at the button? All other lights on BICS controller are on correctly most of the time but seem to flutter off after a period and only power Sep 20, 2024 · 1999 873 overide lock not always working. I'm thinking about putting a Cummins 3. even if i was lowering the boom and Dec 21, 2020 · Hello All, I was hoping someone could help me figure out what is wrong with my bobcat 873. Dec 15, 2023 · Picked up a bobcat 873. steveo916; Feb 6, 2024; Replies 8 Views 966 May 9, 2010 · General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum . Traction lock issues 873. Got it home now it just turns over for a sec and then stops. Bkpigs Member. on it. I've been needing some sort of skidsteer for the last few yrs. The bill ended up being over $1000 and when I went to pick it up the machine would not start. 873 won't start. 873F BICS does not light up. Resources. Vintagecarlover . they also ended up replacing the alternator much to my dismay. The data plate is missing so I don't know the serial number. Code 14-03 pops up. Possible issue I’m seeing is when you’re pushing hard into dirt the drive hydraulics can stall the engine out if you don’t ease up. . Any idea where to start? checked all fuses in cab. It turned out to be the fuel pump diaphram had a small tear in it. definitly have a good battery. it sprays fluid when I hit the tilt foot control, but i don't get any movement. I have no lift or tilt. Well on thing led to another a I got stuck. I checked the ground cable for the cab. And if you don't know the machine service/repair history, at 2400 hrs, you might save yourself some aggravation by going ahead and replacing the timing belt. I checked the linkages and to double check I cracked the hydraulic hoses on both the upper and lower of the tilt arms and hit the foot pedal. as I stopped to move back it wouldn't move like the parking brakes was on , I could move a inch 4 days ago · I have a 1999 873 F series. Are there any aftermarket units available for this thing. Does any body have a picture on the right hand control? Browse a wide selection of new and used BOBCAT 873 Skid Steers for sale near you at TractorHouse. what it first did was I ran the machine for 5 hrs straight doing dirt work ,, moving . Then you first notice hydraulics groan and engine begins to loose power and idle rough. Aug 21, 2024. Can anyone hlep me. First replacement lasted 8 months 2nd lasted 5 months. Thread starter Fishfreak36; Start date Mar 1, 2016; I talked to some Bobcat techs and read this forum before I tried it, and it seemed to go OK for me Jan 24, 2011 · On my 873 it was running fine then it started blowing white smoke then black smoke and started to run wide open. But when I use the front auxiliary hookup for Oct 18, 2024 · Probably a dumb question. You can put it on float and it will come down as it should. 873 aux Dec 20, 2011 · Hello, I'm new to the forum. Thread Bobcat 873 stalling out. if you immediately idle down the engine will straighten out, but if you continue under load the engine will die out further and stall out when you idle down. I am sure they tried to add oil to it and maybe try to restart the Havent posted in awhile on this forum ,, but my 873 has took on a problem started about 6 months ago and has gotten worse . Recovering from a shoulder replacement, the Bobcat sat unused for 5 or 6 months. Dec 23, 2023 · Hi everyone, new user. This all started after bringing it to the dealer to fix a safety sensor. General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum. It has been working great for 4 months and yesterday I started putting it to the test. I have a Bobcat 873 with a problem with the steering control arms. It actually looked May 26, 2022 · Well guys bad news the right hand control is not even wire. Thread starter touyaj; Start date May 26, 2022; Help Support SkidSteer Forum: 1; 2; Nov 18, 2013 · General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum . smoking 873. Apr 18, 2024 · There is oil EVERWHERE on the inside of the engine and access covers. New bearings both times There are spacers on, breaks where seal goes. May 13, 2012 · Cranked up my Bobcat 873 yesterday and had no lift or tilt. Bobcat started right up no problem. There should be a sticker on the door that has the fuse values and what they are for. and I finally broke down and bought one. Aug 1, 2010 · i have a 96 bobcat 873. Fan seems to be blowing strong. com BOBCAT 873 Skid Steers For Sale | MachineryTrader. Thread starter tractor; Start date Nov 18, 2013; Help Support SkidSteer Forum: Nov 18, 2013 Feb 6, 2024 · I bought a bobcat 873 about year ago. Jan 9, 2009 · General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum . Injectors were bad so I replaced them all. Thread starter mips4000; Start date Jul 31, 2007; Help Support SkidSteer Forum: M. Machine is running fine. Dec 24, 2016 · I have a bobcat 873 that we have had no real problems with, at least none that were the machines fault. Jun 25, 2024. Bobcat 873 G series Bobcat 873 G series. Thread starter Bobcat 873. It filled the crankcase with fuel then then it got sucked into the air intake. Had good luck with 873 and turned into one of the most valuable tools around the operation. grading etc . everything seemed ok. Apr 2, 2006 · pro's and con's of 873 Bobcat skid steer. So far I have changed the lift pump & Gasket, braided fuel lines, fuel shut off solenoid, alternator belt, timing belt, large fuel return line, air filters, and fuel filter. Initially, the fuse was blown and the 2 green lights at the top right would not come on. Also, the fuel gauge shows empty and the fuel light is on, so I went to fill it up and fuel spilled out all over from the overflow as I Nov 18, 2019 · Hey all, I have a 2001 873G with the AHC hand controls. We called Bobcat and was told it most likely was a clogged fuel Mar 15, 2010 · I am currently looking at a 96 bobcat 873 with 2900 hrs and a 98 873 with 3100 hrs. VerticalScope Inc. Thanks Feb 25, 2008 · Hello, I just bought an 873 bobcat for our farm. General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum Dec 8, 2023 · Brdgbldr, Thank you for the reply. I have a lot of snow to move. Machine starts fine, disengage parking brake, bar down and traction lock all seem to work fine ( The indicator lights on the BICS light up as they should and do not blink) I can hear the click of the solenoid when I depress either the green. All the fluids and filters have been changed since the engine was just rebuilt. Sep 27, 2022 · Forums. com BOBCAT 873 Skid Steers For Sale | TractorHouse. Mar 1, 2016 · Bobcat 873. It came back still stinking but the engine did have more power. Just order a manual book for 873 and 883 g series book hopefully it have the wire diagram. Bobcat 873. Thread starter Bobcat 873 gauge is reading that it’s overheating. Then I tested the Feb 17, 2015 · I have Bobcat 873 start, arms move up and down, wants to move doesn't. Thread starter bsiler; Start date Oct Bobcat 873 start code problem. The left hand arm causes the left wheels to move forward and back as soon as it is moved from the neutral position. I can raise the boom but cannot lower it. N. Oil is good. Dec 19, 2020 · Brakes and Hydraulics lock-up while in use. The previous owner said he bought it brand new and never used any attachment other than the bucket it came with. I do not have a manual for it. it has the lift & tilt on the handles [ACS?} was working perfect before shuting down the night before-no intermedant lift problems. Cons: more money, weighs 3700 lbs. About 7-8 years ago it ran good but it got the notorious oil leak in the tank from a bad motor mouint and the machine was ran low or empty on oil. I wasn’t sure if this was standard Oct 5, 2020 · Hello, new to the forum and appreciative in advance for any help you have to offer. I replaced brake relay, and brake solenoid. I am trying to remove the motor and have a service manual to follow. Jan 14, 2013 · What is your oppinion of trading a 873 with 2100 Hrs for a newer 250 with 900 Hrs. It seems to have a loose wire or something. Aug 21, 2024 · Working on a buddies 873, machine runs and operates great. 00 about the same as Bobcat Feb 7, 2016 · What could be causing broken axles on 873? First one broke when we had tracks on but last two no tracks. (Nozzles) I'm thinking I didn't seat the injectors correctly. austin915; Aug 21, 2024; Replies 1 Views 269. I can't get a hold of the previous owner to see if he remembered it. I bought the machine with 2500 hrs on it and was not sure what the timing belt looked like so I had it replaced too. S. about 5 months ago . We were told the turbo was bad so we sent it out for a new turbo. I used it a couple times when I first got it but now it's been so long since I used it last that I forgot the start code. Debating on changing timing belt. I replaced the fuse and got the 2 lights to come on. i have had to replace the lift/tilt acutators before but at different times and both gave intermedant troubles. scokat; Sep 29, 2023; Replies 4 Views 1K. Radiator is clean. It's a 96 873 high flow, with total 2100 hrs. I detached the original bucket and attached a grapple bucket, but I can't get the auxiliary hydraulic system to function properly consistently. example if i was loading my truck with sand from a pile the machine would seem to die down as if it was in a lower throttle position. Release button will not release breaks until key turned off and machine restarted. Now it won't start, bled the fuel but diesel is leaking from the base. Mar 18, 2007 · Ok here is the problem. Apr 7, 2019 · General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum . The machine is a monster, it runs great, but now of course is doa sitting where I discoverd it blowing oil all over everyting. brdgbldr. scokat Jan 25, 2024 · Browse a wide selection of new and used BOBCAT 873 Skid Steers for sale near you at MachineryTrader. V. If it's not, I'd check to see if the fuel suction line inside the tank is broken off or plugged. I'm fairly new in the Skidsteer word and recently purchased a Bobcat 873. May 26, 2022 · General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum . Mar 19, 2010 · I put this on the Skid Steer forum but maybe this is a better place for it. Bobcat Skidsteer Forums Bobcat 873. I bought the skidloader about a month ago. Thanks for your help. motor has been completely remaned by a deutz dealer. SkidSteer Contact us; Terms and rules; Dec 14, 2015 · Hi, we have a 873 that is smoking and stinks like you would pour used oil in a pan and light it off. more, 2 feet longer and 1 foot wider with electronics. I’ve used the search function and checked way back on threads but haven’t come across my problem yet. 873 Valve Leak. Sunday at 6:38 PM. bobcat 873 will not move bobcat 873 will not move. The tilt function will only go forward no matter which direction the pedal is pushed. I have a 873F with the square lights. Jun 25, 2009 · Bobcat says new ones are $650 or $1,500 depending on the serial number (of course there are two). Forums. Dec 20, 2009 · Smoke and oil coming out exhaust of 873. I am getting a blinking light “code” on the right interior panel under the Nov 21, 2015 · Hello. I've never used the aux hydraulics but recently got a backhoe attachment and can't get the aux to work. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. I have a manual but it does give much help. D. I am also new to skid-steer ownership, so please forgive my ignorance. I have power in the fuse panel, but nothing in the cab. Battery checked out ok but was a group size 24 and machine should Jan 6, 2024 · My 873 will run for a few minutes then the gauge will go into the red saying it's over heating. Here’s what I got, bobcat 873 with 5,300hrs if the meter is correct. Ran fine. I started having an issue with the AHC light coming on and locking up the controls. scokat. I don't know anyting about these machines. The left bolt will not break loose. This all started after bringing the machine to the dealer to fix a safety sensor. or almost double the lifting weight, a kind of lower hi flow system and well maintained. Thread starter tractor_man2012; Start date Dec 15, 2023; Help Support SkidSteer Forum: Jan 17, 2021 · So i was pretty much given a bobcat 873 F series with the deutz motor in it. Bobcat stored in unheated garage. com Login Dealer Login VIP Portal Register Apr 22, 2010 · When you jack the wheel off the ground to check the chain slack , you can wiggle the tire left , right , up and down to see if the bearings are loose on the axle , I doubt you would need an axle unless it were extremely worn out and you should know it , the axle does sometimes need replacing on that job but more times not , thats what the wear sleeve is for , it brings the sealing area of the Oct 26, 2024 · General Bobcat Skidsteer Forum . It has the Deutz oil cooled motor with a hole in the block. I have noticed some oil leaking and fuel leaking. Thread Bobcat 873 gauge is reading that it’s overheating. Transam80! Nov 16, 2023; Replies 1 Views 595. When this happens, all the lights on the BICS are blinking. Joel804; Jun 24, 2024; Replies 1 Views 308. Would like some opinions. Apr 15, 2024 · So just picked up a Bobcat 873 G-series. Seemed to happen when I used the right hand control curling it towards the seat. Kinda stumped here. Jun 6, 2016 · Hey guys! I need some help from the experts. 873 Bobcat Fuel Problems 873 Bobcat Fuel Problems. Gradually it started to crank over slower and slower. Did not solve problem. C. I assumed it was the battery so I pulled the battery and had it checked. i have a 873 aswell it does sound like a fuel problem , on filters i use Wix as i'm 4 hrs away from any Bobcat filters , last winter i went through 3 fuel filters in a hour that why i switched to Wix as i get them from my local auto parts store . Thread starter scokat; Start date Sep 29, 2023; Help Support SkidSteer Forum: S. Nov 13, 2011 · Pros: good deal, 1 decade newer, twice the horsepower, 1100 lbs. Is that too high or is my gauge bad. my main two big Hydros are Wix all though they were over $100. lhlzu ntrnxl noszac vuylusam mgmauh lwroxc uzsrm zike ttplvt pgqp