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BULLDOZER

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TRACTOR - MOUNTED

LeTOURNEAU MODEL XD-7

'WAR DEPARTMENT MARCH, 1944

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS AND PARTS CATALOG

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BULLDOZER, TRACTOR

MOUNTED, CABLE-

OPERATED, MODEL XD-7

(FOR USE WITH CATERPILLAR D-7 TRACTOR,

SERIAL No. 7M-1 AND UP,

AND LeTOURNEAU MODEL R-7 REAR

DOUBLE DRUM POWER CONTROL UNIT.)

Manufactured by:

R. G. LeTOURNEAU, INC.

PEORIA, ILLINOIS

STOCKTON, CALIF.

FOR

CORPS OF ENGINEERS

(WAR DEPARTMENT PURCHASE ORDER No. 07-5104)

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WAR DEPARTMENT

Washington 25, D. C., (March 44)

TM5-1580, Bulldozer, Tractor-Mounted, Cable-

Operated, LeTourneau Model XD-7, if published for

the information and guidance of all concerned.

(A.G. 300.7) 16 May, 44)

By order of the Secretary of War:

G. C. MARSHALL

Chief of Staff.

OFFICIAL:

J. A. ULIO:

Major General,

The Adjutant General.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS /f7$ J X1 <

Description of Model XD7 Bulldozer - jiw 3

OPCRATIOA

SECT. 1

Description and Functions of Model XD7 Bulldozer 5

Specifications 7

Preparation for Initial Operation 7

Safety Precautions 8

Operating Instructions 9 thru 18

Operation Under Dusty, Muddy, Low Temperature and

Other Abnormal Conditions 19

Cable Threading 19

View Showing Points of Lubrication and Adjustment

That Can be Taken Care of by Operator 20

Lubrication 21

Adjustments 21

Blades and End Blades. 22

Preparation for Storage 23

Preparation for Export Shipment 23

REPAIR secTion

SECT. 2

Adjustments . 25

Disassembling 26 thru 29

Inspection of Parts for Replacement and Repair 30

Reassembly 30

Table of Clearances and Tolerances of Bearings and

Adjustable Parts 30

PORTS CATALOG

SECT. 3

Bowl Group 34 and 35

A-Frame Group 36 and 37

Trunnion Bracket Group 38

Radiator Guard Group 39

List of Assemblies 40

Spare Parts and Price List .41 and 42

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INDEX

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Adjustments v 21

Blades and End Blades 22

Cable Threading Instructions 19

Cut-Away View of Model XD7 Bulldozer 6

Description and Functions of Model XD7 Bulldozer 5

Lubrication 21

Operating Instructions 9 thru 18

Operating Terms 8

Operating Under Dusty, Muddy, Low Temperature and

Other Abnormal Conditions . . . 19

Preparation for Export Shipment 23

Preparation for Initial Operation 7

Preparation for Storage . 23

Safety Precautions 8

Specifications 7

View Showing Points of Lubrication and Adjustment

That Can be Taken Care of by Operator 20

REPAIR SECTION

Adjustments 25

Disassembling 26 thru 29

Inspection of Parts for Replacement and Repair 30

Reassembly 30

Table of Clearances and Tolerances of Bearings

and Adjustable Parts 30

Welding Repairs 30

PARTS CATALOG

A-Frame Group 36 and 37

Bowl Group." 34 and 35

List of Assemblies 40

Radiator Guard Group 39

Spare Parts and Price List 41 and 42

Trunnion Bracket Group 38

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FRONT A-FRAME

RIDGEBEAM

HOIST

SHEAVE

BOWL

TRUNNION

BRACKET

BLADE

PUSHBEAM

EYEBOLT

END BLADE

THE MODEL XD7 BULLDOZER

The LeTourneau Model XD7 Bulldozer is designed for use with the

"Caterpillar" new D-7 tractor.

Its many uses include general excavation, road building, ramp build-

ing, grading, facing slopes, stock piling, spreading of all types of material,

clearing, removing stumps and trees, land levelling, stripping, and in-

numerable other construction tasks.

The LeTourneau Model XD7 Bulldozer consists mainly of the steel

blade or "bowl" across the front of the tractor. Other principal parts are

those which support the bowl in front of the tractor and those related to

the raising and lowering of the bowl.

As the tractor moves forward with the bowl lowered, the digging

angle of the blade gives the bowl a natural digging suction, making for

quick, plow-like penetration into the ground. The correctly curved bowl

gives the dirt a rolling action ahead of the bowl, thus decreasing the dead

load weight on the tractor unit.

The Dozer bowl, pushbeams, and "A" frame are detachable and can

easily be knocked down for compact storage or transportation.

Details of operation and maintenance procedures will be found on the

pages which follow.

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BULLDOZER

SEMMTiiuMBER I

ftNUTACTUHCO BY

R. G. LETOURNEAU, INC

PEORIA, ILL. &. STOCKTON. CALIF.

NAMEPLATE OF LeTOURNEAU MODEL XD7 BULLDOZER

PRINCIPAL PARTS OF BULLDOZER

BOWLBlade-like structure extending across front of tractor which is used to drift

dirt ahead of tractor. The bowl supports the 'Dozer blade and two end blades across

its lower edge.

BLADEThe replaceable, heat treated, alloy steel cutting edge which is bolted across

the lower edge of the bowl. In addition to being replaceable, Bulldozer blades can

be reversed and worn along both edges to give longer blade life.

END BLADESThe short replaceable blades at each end of the 'Dozer bowl.

PUSHBEAMSThe boxbeam structures which extend forward from the trunnion

brackets, on the sides of the tractor, to support the bowl in front of the tractor. The

rear of the pushbeams pivot on the trunnion spools to permit raising and lowering

of the bowl.

TRUNNION BRACKETSThe steel plates which are bolted to each side of the

tractor track-roller frame, to which the trunnion spools are welded and on which the

rear of the pushbeams pivot.

EQUALIZER BRACESThe braces which extend diagonally from the pushbeams

to the rear of-the 'Dozer bowl. These braces add rigidity to the 'Dozer.

"A" FRAMESThe front and rear "A" frames support the ridgebeam as well as

the sheave wheels over which the cable from the Power Control Unit runs to raise

and lower the 'Dozer bowl.

RIDGEBEAMThe boxbeam structure connecting the front and rear "A" frames

at the top, through which the cable passes.

HOIST SHEAVE HOUSINGThe sheave housing that is connected to the top of

the bowl at the center for raising and lowering the bowl.

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SECT. 1

OPCRATIOn

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DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS OF MODEL XD7 BULLDOZER

Rugged, dependable, and yet light of weight, the LeTourneau Model

.XD7 Bulldozer is an electrically arc welded, special analysis steel, box

beam constructed unit. Balanced weight distribution helps keep the

tractor tracks "geared to the ground", thereby transmitting more tractor

horsepower to the tips of the blades.

The 'Dozer is cable controlled by a LeTourneau Power Control Unit,

placing quick, positive, uniform action in the hands of the operator. The

extreme low drop of the bowl enables the bowl to go down under rocks

and stumps and permits control of load down over steep embankments.

The high lift gives plenty of leverage for pushing over trees, etc.

The raising, and lowering of the bowl is controlled by the Power Con-

trol Unit. When the Power Control Unit clutch is engaged, the 'Dozer

bowl is raised. When the control lever is returned to neutral position, the

Power Control Unit brake holds the bowl at the level to which it has been

raised. When the brake is released the bowl is lowered.

The XD7 Bulldozer is built to stand the toughest of job conditions

and when properly operated and maintained will give an almost unlimit-

ed amount of trouble-free operation.

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SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL XD7 Bulldozer

For use with "Caterpillar" New D-7 Tractor

BOWL

Type of cutting edgereversible with hard surfaced replaceable

end blades.

Dimensions of center blade '%" x 10" x 7'

Dimensions of end blades 1" x 10" x 19"

Height of bowl 3' 9"

Height blade can be raised above ground 3' 1"

Depth blade can be lowered below ground 6'

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

Length 16' 3"

Width 10' 2"

Height '. 9' 4"

CABLE REQUIREMENTS (Type l/o" Tournarope)

Length (with front mounted Power Control Unit) 55'

Length (with rear mounted Power Control Unit) 65'

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Type of frame used Pushbeams detachable from bowl

Bearings '.. Roller

Weight (approximate) without Power Control Unit 4370#

PREPARATION FOR INITIAL OPERATION

If the Bulldozer arrives completely or partially disassembled, it is

first necessary to assemble the unit and mount it on the tractor. (Instruc-

tions for assembling are the reverse of those for disassembling as covered

on Pages 26 thru 29.)

After the Bulldozer has been assembled, thread the cable through

the sheave housings as outlined in the cable threading instructions on

Page 19

Check all points of lubrication to determine if properly lubricated.

Check cable alignment to determine whether it is fouling at any point.

Raise and lower the 'Dozer bowl, checking for free movement. Make

sure that the stop block on the hoist sheave housing strikes squarely

against block on "A" frame hoist sheave housing.

When the Bulldozer has been thoroughly checked and any necessary

corrections made, it is ready to be placed in operation.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

As with all heavy equipment, reasonable precautions must be taken

when working around the Bulldozer. Listed below are safety precautions

which should be observed.

1. When changing blades or working underneath the 'Dozer bowl,

always block up under the pushbeams to prevent the bowl from dropping

in event someone should accidently release the Power Control Unit

brake.

2. Keep the hands free from the cable and sheaves while the unit is in

operation.

3. Use gloves when handling cable.

4. Do not leave 'Dozer with bowl in raised position.

5. Do not use weak, frayed, cable.

6. Keep slack out of cable at all times.

7. When removing trees, make sure that all broken or dead branches

have been removed before attempting to push it over.

8. Do not park on incline without lowering bowl to ground.

OPERATING TERMS

THE CUTPlace where dirt or other material is being excavated.

THE FILLPlace to which dirt or other material is being moved.

FINISHINGLevelling or smoothing the surface of a finished cut,

fill, slope, or other plot of ground.

BULLDOZINGDrifting dirt from one place to another, straight

ahead of the 'Dozer bowl.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

THE CONTROLS

The LeTourneau Model XD7 Bulldozer can be operated by either

LeTourneau front or rear mounted Power Control Units.

The Bulldozer requires the use of but one cable drum and therefore

when it is operated by a rear mounted Power Control Unit the spare drum

may either be used to operate other equipment, or left idle.

The 'Dozer bowl is connected with the Power Control Unit by means

of the control cable, or wire rope. By engaging the Power Control Unit

clutch, the 'Dozer bowl will be raised. By releasing the Power Control

Unit brake, the 'Dozer bowl will be lowered. The bowl is held in position

when the Power Control Unit control lever is in neutral position.

The instructions below show the direction of movement of the control

levers on both the front and rear mounted Power Control Units to engage

the clutch and release the brake.

FRONT POWER CONTROL UNIT

(MODEL FTD7)

All FTD7 Power Control Units having

serial numbers ending with suffix "A" are

equipped with controls making use of a

flexible cable, and all units having serial

numbers ending with the suffix "B" or higher

are equipped with rigid controls, as illus-

trated. On units having the rigid type

controls, move the control lever to the left

to engage the clutch and raise the 'Dozer

bowl. To hold the bowl in this position,

return the control lever to neutral position.

To release the brake for lowering the bowl,

move the control lever to the right. On

units equipped with flexible type controls,

move the control lever to the rear to engage

the clutch and move the lever forward to

release the brake.

REAR POWER CONTROL UNITS

The control levers on the rear Power

Control Unit are normally in neutral posi-

tion.

To engage the clutch to raise the bowl,

move the right control lever to the left.

Returning the control lever to neutral po-

sition will hold the bowl in the raised

position. To release the brake for lowering

the bowl, move the same control lever to

the right from the neutral position.

NOTEFor further instructions regard-

ing the operation of the Power Control Unit,

refer to the Power Control Unit Manual.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE BEGINNER

When the new operator of the LeTourneau Bulldozer gets on a

tractor to begin operating, he should raise and lower the 'Dozer bowl

until he feels sure of what is going to happen when he moves the Power

Control Unit control lever.

It should be remembered, however, that a 'Dozer bowl loaded with

dirt will act differently than an empty bowl.

One of the most important things to remember when learning to

operate a 'Dozer is to raise or lower the bowl only a small amount at a

timeapproximately W to 1". Otherwise, if the bowl is raised and

lowered 2 to 3 inches at a time while operating, it will cause the blade

to cut an uneven surface over which the tractor must travel, which will

result in the tractor nosing up and down.

The new operator will soon get in the habit of watching for or

anticipating the up and down movement of the front of the tractor

when operating over uneven ground. When the front of the tractor starts

to raise or nose up, the operator should move the control lever in the

direction that will release the Power Control Unit brake, allowing the

blade to lower. When the front of the tractor starts to nose down, the

Power Control Unit clutch should be engaged to raise the blade, only far

enough to compensate for the lowering of the front of the tractor A

smooth cut will thus be maintained.

After operating a while, the new operator will be able to auto-

matically raise and lower the 'Dozer bowl as the front of the tractor

raises and lowers without giving it a great deal of thought or special

attention.

One important thing to remember when operating is to keep the

slack out of the cable at all times, in order to have immediate control

over the 'Dozer bowl. Also, it will be found that the cut or roadway

can be kept level more easily if the 'Dozer bowl is kept approximately

l/2 to 3/4 full of dirt while

traveling forward. Nearly

every job presents new prob-

lems to 'Dozer operators, but

once the inexperienced opera-

KEEP EYE ON 'DOZER BOWL AND tor 8ets tne ^eel f the madl-

FRONT OF TRACTOR ine and decides to concen-

trate on his work, he will find

that he can overcome most

any operating problem and

will find it easy and interest-

ing work.

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OPERATION

BULLDOZING

The Bulldozer is espe-

cially adapted for bull-

dozing or, in other words,

for drifting dirt straight

ahead in front of the

bowl.

The material should

be drifted downhill

wherever possible in

order to increase pro-

duction. When drifting

the material, a ridge of

dirt will be formed by

dirt spilling out around

the ends of the bowl, thereby causing the unit to work within a

trench. Care should be exercised to maintain this trench, in order to

get the largest possible loads. Working downhill within such a trench

assures loads of maximum size, and sometimes makes it possible to

operate the tractor in second or third gear, depending upon the

grade.

Sometimes the 'Dozer is used for loading trucks, wagons, etc.,

with dirt, gravel, sand, or other material by backing the truck or

wagon up to a ramp and then bulldozing the material up the

ramp and into the bed

of the truck or wagon.

More often a "grizzly"

is constructed, similar

to the one illustrated.

An opening is left in the

platform above the

truck, and by bull-

dozing the material

into this opening or

"trap," it falls down into

the truck, wagon, or

other vehicle which is

backed in under the

"grizzly."

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MAKING SIDE-HILL CUTS

The procedure to be followed in starting a side-hill cut with a Le-

Tourneau Bulldozer is governed much by the job conditions.

Normally, a side-hill cut should be started at the highest point on

the back-slope. However, in instances where the slope is so steep that

the tractor can not be brought to the highest point on the slope to start

working, the cut must be started at the bottom.

Before starting a cut, guide stakes should first be set at the top of the

slopes on the cuts and at the toe of the fills. Then, if possible, the tractor

should be brought to the highest point on the slope to start the cut, and a

level shelf cut upon which to start working. In cutting the level shelf,

one of two methods may be used.

(1) The 'Dozer can be brought down the slope at right angles to

the row of slope stakes, pushing dirt ahead of the bowl and thereby

building up a ridge of dirt upon which to start working. This ridge of

dirt or "shelf should be constructed at the top of the cut, in line with the

row of slope stakes.

(2) A^second method of building a shelf on which to start working

is performed by starting at the highest point on the back-slope with the

tractor at right angles to the line of slope stakes, with the rear of the

tractor pointing downhill. When the tractor reaches the row of stakes,

the bowl is dropped into the ground and the tractor is swung around. The

unit should be brought close enough to the line of stakes so that when the

tractor pivots, the point of the bowl will cut right up to the line. Swing

the tractor around until it is almost parallel with the slope stakes, at the

same time lifting the 'Dozer bowl so that the dirt will roll no further

down the slope than the width of the roadway, and not be wasted down

the hillside. It will be noted that the point of the bowl cutting against

the line of stakes swings in a long arc, while the other end of the bowl has

very little travel. The

point next to the slope

stakes is half buried in

dirt, while the other end

is exposed and not mov-

ing any material. This

procedure should be re-

peated until a level shelf

is constructed upon

which to start working.

LOWER BOWL AND PIVOT TRACTOR AS

TRACTOR APPROACHES ROW OF SLOP-E STAKES

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OPERATION

'Dozers are often

used to open up side-hill

cuts for Carryall Scrap-

ers. In instances of this

kind the cut is usually

made with the 'Dozer

until the shelf which has

been cut is wide enough

to run a Carryall Scraper

on. Then the Carryall

Scrapers proceed with

the cut.

In event the slope is so steep that the tractor can not be brought to

the highest point on the slope to start the cut, it should be started at the

bottom by cutting into the bank or slope with one corner of the blade

and pivoting the tractor to side-cast the dirt. Make a cut wide enough for

the tractor to work upon, and build the cut progressively up the slope.

In making a side-hill cut the side next to the back slope should always

be kept a little lower than the outside, in order to cause the tractor to lean

slightly toward the bank and thereby to stay on solid footing. If the

machine is operated when leaning away from the bank, the operator will

have trouble in maintaining a back slope. Also, when the bench slopes

away from the bank, the tendency of the tractor to ride down over the

edge of the loose fill material makes it difficult to place the material

where it is needed.

The required back slopes usually vary in steepness from l/%~\ to

2-1. When making the cut, try to maintain the correct back slope as the

work progresses. The slope is usually cut in a series of steps for a height

which is equal to the width of the bowl, and then the steps are trimmed off

by running the tractor along the slope with the 'Dozer bowl lowered only

enough to cut off the steps.

After a level shelf

has been built upon

which to work, the unit

can be operated parallel

with the slope stakes,

cutting 'a bench or level

shelf as it proceeds. In

proceeding with the cut,

it will be necessary to

pivot the tractor and

swing the bowl to one

side to side-cast the dirt.

KEEP CUT LOW NEXT TO BANK

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CLEARING

LeTourneau Bulldozers are often used to clear land of trees, stumps,

brush, mesquite, etc.

Of all clearing operations, that of pushing over trees is the most

difficult. However, by following the instructions below, practically any

experienced operator can push over surprisingly large trees with a 'Dozer

mounted on one of the larger size track type tractors. The XD7 Bull-

dozer mounted on the new D-7 tractor provides the strength and weight

necessary in this operation.

To remove a large tree, first cut all side roots by encircling the tree

trunk with the blade. After the larger roots have been cut, drive the

tractor up to the tree with the 'Dozer bowl raised to maximum height. If

the ground around the tree slopes, approach the tree from the highest

side in order to take advantage of the greatest possible leverage.

In an attempt to push over the tree, do not charge or run up against

the trunk of the tree at full speed, but slowly advance the tractor and

place the 'Dozer bowl against the tree trunk, as high as possible, and then

try to spring the tree by engaging the tractor flywheel clutch with the

engine running at full throttle, thereby utilizing the full power of the

tractor.

The operator should be alert to avoid being hit by falling limbs when

starting to push.

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If the tree does not give or start to fall, the tractor should be backed

away and more of the roots cut. It may be necessary to cut rather deep

next to the tree to get at the deeper roots. Then, the ditch that has been

cut along the front side of the tree should be filled with dirt and additional

dirt pushed up at this point to serve as a ramp and provide increased

leverage for the 'Dozer when pushing against the tree from this side.

Push the tree until it starts to fall or lean. Then imme'diately back

away and drop the blade below the roots. After having dropped the

'Dozer blade below the tree roots, again apply the power of the tractor

against the tree, with one steering clutch disengaged. This will keep the

tractor engine from stalling while the Power Control Unit is in operation

and the tractor force is applied against the tree. As the tree continues to

fall, the steering clutch should be engaged and the full power of the tractor

applied to both tracks.

Stumps can be removed with the Bulldozer in somewhat the same

manner and with little difficulty. However, since it is impossible to push

as high up on a stump as on a tree it is necessary to cut deeper around the

stump to get the 'Dozer blade below the roots.

When clearing, it should be remembered that it is much easier and

faster to take out the entire tree with the 'Dozer than to cut it down and

remove the stump later.

REMOVING ROCKS AND BOULDERS

The procedure for digging out rocks and boulders is similar to that

for removing stumps. However it is difficult to establish a set of rules to

be followed, since it seems that a slightly different procedure is required

with each rock.

Usually it is advisable to first dig around the rock and then work one

corner of the blade down under the rock. When the corner of the blade

is caught firmly under the rock, disengage one steering clutch to keep

the tractor engine from stalling, and engage the Power Control Unit

clutch, thereby hoisting the 'Dozer bowl and giving the rock a rolling

action.

When moving rock on a side cast job, such as widening out a cut,

etc., dig in with the corner of the blade and then, while moving forward,

give the bowl a three or four foot lift. Don't repeatedly let the corner of

the blade dig in where the tractor keeps stalling. Instead, disengage the

steering clutch opposite the corner of the blade which is against the rock,

and raise and lower the blade into the rock, thereby causing it is dislodge

itself.

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OPERATION SECTION

FINISHING

Most operators find that it requires somewhat more experience to

finish efficiently with a 'Dozer than it does to do most other types of

'Dozer work. However, there are many jobs upon which it is found

advisable to finish with 'Dozers, and in instances of this kind any exper-

ienced operator can, with a little practice, handle the job without a

great deal of difficulty.

When starting to finish, adjust the bowl into the level position.

Keep the tractor tracks level on the first cut. By doing this the 'Dozer

blade will be started level with the finished grade.

Before lowering the bowl, place the tractor in motion. Then lower

the bowl gradually and feed it into the ground. Make sure, however,

that the tractor tracks are level as the blade enters the ground. If the

bowl should be dropped suddenly, the blade will have a tendency to

gouge.

Keep the raising and lowering of the 'Dozer bowl synchronized

with the up and down movement of the front of the tractor as outlined

in previous instructions, in order to keep the work level.

For rough finishing, it is usually found that by operating the tractor

in the fastest gear possible without lugging the motor down and at a

steady rate of speed, the finished work will be smoother and the rate of

progress will, of course, be faster. For fine finishing, many operators

prefer low gear.

Always keep the bowl at least half full of dirt. This will cause

the blade to cut the high spots easier and to fill in the low spots with

the extra dirt.

After having finished a part of a job, use the finished work as

a guide for the rest of the job by allowing approximately Vi of the

blade to overlap the

finished work and

guide the depth of

the cut and spread.

Small irregularities

in a finished surface

are sometimes

smoothed out by

dragging the bowl

backward over the

fill. This should only

be done in finishing,

however, and should

not be done in rocky

soil.

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OPERATION

FROZEN GROUND

When operating in frozen

ground it is often difficult to

break through the top frozen

surface! In cases of this kind it is

sometimes necessary to lay a

railroad tie or log lengthwise in

the path of one of the tractor

tracks, or to run one track up on

a ledge of dirt so that when the

one track is run up on the log, tie,

or dirt, the opposite corner of the

blade will dig in. By driving the

tractor forward and backward

with the corner of the blade in

the ground, it will wear down

through the frozen top soil.

'. After once having broken through the top soil, it is a fairly simple

matter to break the surrounding frozen soil out in large chunks, by

bringing the blade up under the frozen surface and hoisting with the

'Dozer bowl. It will often be necessary to disengage one steering clutch

during this operation to prevent stalling the tractor engine.

INCREASING PRODUCTION

The more often a 'Dozer can push its load through the same path,

the more efficient is its performance. The dirt that must obviously waste

around the ends of an open blade forms windrows. Travel in the same

path utilizes the previously windrowed material as wings to keep the

dirt in front of the bowl and prevent loss around the ends. In the case

of pushing material several hundred feet, a trench may be formed in

which the machine travels. The deeper the sidewalls, the more dirt that

can be carried without loss.

Down hill dozing is to be desired because it gives more yardage per

hour. A favorite method is to take four or five passes to the brink of the

steepest slope, then ride the dirt down to its final resting place in quan-

tities many times in excess of individual loads.

Often, two or three 'Dozers will work abreast in this manner. The

idea is to prevent endspill by having the blades work side by side,

preventing end loss except at the two outside edges.

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OPERATION SECTION

PUSHING

The use of a pusher tractor when loading or unloading Carryall

Scrapers is often recommended to boost production.

When using the Bulldozer as a pusher it should be remembered that

this tool was designed primarily for other purposes, and that if improperly

operated, or if used with a Scraper having the wrong type of pusher block,

the 'Dozer bowl may become damaged through abuse.

The correct pusher block for use on a Scraper being pusher loaded

or dumped by a Bulldozer is the bar type block. This type consists of a

horizontal bar, either of all steel construction with a curved face, or of

wood filled channel construction.

Always try to make easy contact with the pusher block when starting

to push. After having brought the 'Dozer bowl into contact with the

pusher block, move forward with the lead tractor and Scraper, assisting

in the loading or unloading of the Scraper.

The speed of the pusher tractor should be synchronized with that of

the lead tractor, travelling along at the same rate of speed. When pushing

a tractor drawn Carryall Scraper, the lead tractor should be allowed to

labor harder than the pusher tractor. When pushing a Tournapull drawn

Scraper the pusher tractor should supply most of the power for loading.

In either case, if the Scraper should start to "jack-knife," increase the

speed of the lead tractor until it straightens out.

Be careful to avoid pushing the Scraper sideways as this practice may

cause chaffing and cutting of the tires. Try to keep the lead tractor,

Scraper, and pusher tractor operating in a straight line at all times. Be

very careful not to permit the 'Dozer blade to cut into the rear tires of

the Scraper.

An efficient operator on a pusher tractor will plan his work so that he

can make contact with the Scraper that is to be pushed with the least

possible delays, thereby eliminating unnecessary lost motion of the

Scraper unit. When using the Bulldozer as a "pusher," the 'Dozer may

be used for levelling, etc., while waiting for another Scraper.

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OPERATION SECTION

OPERATION UNDER DUSTY, MUDDY, LOW TEMPERATURE,

AND OTHER ABNORMAL CONDITIONS

No special instructions are necessary for the operation of the Bull-

dozer in dusty or muddy conditions.

Use lighter greases when operating in cold temperatures than those

used when operating in warm temperatures. (Refer to lubrication in-

structions.)

Be sure there is no dirt left in the 'Dozer bowl at the end of the operat-

ing day in cold weather, as it will be frozen tight by morning, and it

might be necessary to thaw it out before any work could be done. When

shutting down for the night, lower the bowl on to planks rather than onto

the ground to prevent the bottom of the bowl from .freezing tight to the

ground.

CABLE THREADING

If the Bulldozer is to be operated from a rear mounted Power Control

Unit the cable should be threaded as follows.

From the right drum of the Power Control Unit the cable is threaded

up over sheave in housing (A), then forward through the ridgebeam and

over the top of the right sheave in housing (B), down around the right

sheave in housing (C), up and over the left sheave in housing (B), down

around the left sheave in housing (C), and then up and dead ended at

the cable wedge (D) on the left side of housing (B).

If the Bulldozer is to be operated from a front mounted Power Control

Unit the cable should be threaded as follows.

From the Power Control Unit cable drum the cable goes up and enters

the left sheave in housing (B) from the rear, then over and down around

the left sheave in housing (C), then up and over the right sheave in

housing (B), then down and around the right sheave in housing (C), and

then up and dead ended at cable wedge (E) on the right ride of hous-

ing (B).

For instructions for threading the cable onto the Power Control Unit

cable drums, refer to the cable threading instructions in the Manual

covering the particular model of Power Control Unit that is used.

For size, diameter, and length of cable refer to "Specifications" on

Page 7 of the Operation Section.

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OPERATION

LUBRICATION

Sheave Bearings

Lubricate the sheave bearings

every 8 hours of operation, using a

conventional pressure type grease gun.

Insert one or two shots of grease

through the grease fittings, forcing old

grease out around the hubs of the

sheave wheels. Use CG-1 (grease,

general purpose, No. 1) in tempera-

tures above +32F., and CG-O

(grease general purpose, No. O) in

temperatures below + 32 F.

Cable Lubrication

Lubricate the cable sparingly at

infrequent intervals to serve as a rust

preventative. Use OE-10 (oil, engine,

SAE 10) or OE-30 (oil, engine, SAE

30.) If the Power Control Unit is

equipped with woven clutch and

brake facings, do not lubricate that

part of the cable which wraps onto

the cable drum because of the danger

of oil getting onto the facings, causing

clutch and brake slippage.

ADJUSTMENTS

EYEBOLT ADJUSTMENT

The bowl of the LeTourneau Model XD7 Bulldozer can be adjusted

within certain limits by means of the adjustable eyebolts at the upper

corners of the bowl.

By turning the hex nuts on both eyebolts an equal amount either to

the front or to the rear, the top of the bowl will be moved a short distance

forward or backward, thereby changing the digging angle of the blade,

and possibly resulting in a change in the digging characteristics of the

'Dozer. This adjustment should normally be made only if the blade

shows a tendency not to dig properly.

Also, by turning the nuts on one eyebolt without turning the nuts on

the other, one side of the bowl can be raised or lowered within certain

limits to correct any tendency of the bowl to dig deeper on one side

than on the other. Turning the nuts forward on the eyebolt on one side

lowers that side of the bowl, while turning the nuts to the rear on the

eyebolt raises the bowl on the same side.

Although the adjustable eyebolts make possible a slight tilting of the

blade if desired, the Bulldozer is normally operated with the bowl in a

level position.

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OPERATION

BLADES AND

END BLADES

The Bulldozer bowl is

equipped with one center

blade and two end blades,

each of which is replace-

able. In addition to being

replaceable, the center

blade can be reversed

when worn along one edge,

thereby doubling the blade

life.

The blades should be

changed before they wear

back far enough to cause

the bowl to be subjected to wear, which would result in damage to

welds and ultimate destruction of the bottom of the bowl.

REMOVING BLADES

To remove the blade from the Bulldozer, first raise the bowl off the

ground, high enough to conveniently reach the hex nuts on the lower

ends of the blade bolts with a wrench. Place blocks under the bowl to

prevent it from dropping in case the Power Control Unit brake should

be accidentally released.

Then, using the blade wrench, remove the blade bolts which secure

the blade to the bowl.

End tips can be removed in the same manner as blades, excepting

that it is also necessary to remove the end-tip capscrews.

INSTALLING BLADES

To install a new blade on the Bulldozer, raise the bowl and place

blocks under the sidearms or bowl to prevent the bowl from falling if

the Power Control Unit

brake should be accident-

ally released.

After laying the blade in

place, the use of a round

drift punch will be very

helpful in lining up the

holes. .Re-install the blade

bolts, tightening them down

evenly and making sure

they are tight.

The center blades should

be installed with the bev-

eled edges positioned as

illustrated.

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OPERATION SECTION

PREPARATION FOR STORAGE

(A) LIMITED STORAGE

Before placing the 'Dozer in storage, the following steps should be

taken:

1. Wash the 'Dozer clean of all dirt, grease, etc.

2. Lubricate all points of lubrication.

3. If the paint has been worn off the bowl and the 'Dozer is to be

stored in the open, either paint the bowl or coat it with oil or rust pre-

ventative to prevent rust.

4. If the 'Dozer and tractor are to be stored in the open, run the

tractor up onto planks and lower the 'Dozer bowl onto blocks.

(B) DEAD STORAGE

For further instructions, refer to Tentative Technical Manual TM5-

9715, "Storage of Engineer Equipment," issued by Engineer Field Main-

tenance Office. P. Q. Box 1679, Columbus, Ohio, (superceding Tenta-

tive Preventative Maintenance Manual, "Storage of Engineer Equip-

ment").

EXPORT SHIPMENT

For instructions covering the preparation of the equipment for

export shipment, refer to Technical Bulletin TB5-3092-1 published by

Engineer Field Maintenance Office. P. O. Box 1679. Columbus. Ohio.

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scaion

RCPAIR

SECT. 2

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REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

LeTourneau Bulldozers are comparatively simple in design and are

sturdily constructed of special analysis alloy steel by the electric arc

welding process. They have few working parts and points of adjustment

and if properly operated and maintained, they should give an unlimited

amount of trouble-free service.

RIDGEBEAM

__^^^B^^HI

FRONT A-FRAME

HOIST SHEAVE

BOWL

TRUNNION

BRACKET f "^^W^ ,^v \. BLADE

PUSHBEAM ^i^L ^^EQUALIZER BRACE

END BLADE-

ADJUSTMENTS

The eyebolts, mounting bolts, etc., should be kept tightened at all

times. The trunnion bracket capscrews should be checked often. There

are no points of adjustment on the XD7 Bulldozer which require the

attention of maintenance and repair men at specified hourly intervals.

Operators adjustments are covered on Page 21

LUBRICATION

Refer to Lubrication Instructions on Page 21

CABLE

Refer to Page 7. for specifications covering cable or wire rope.

BLADES

For instructions covering the removal or installation of blades and

end blades, refer to Page 22

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REPAIR

DISASSEMBLING

Removing Bowl and Pushbeam

Assembly

To remove the Bulldozer bowl

and pushbeams from the tractor, first

remove the bolt which attaches the

hoist sheave assembly to the top of

the bowl, and raise the sheave assem-

bly up against the stop blocks on the

"A" frame by use of the Power Con-

trol Unit.

Block up under the pushbeams on

each side as illustrated. This will

prevent the pushbeams from drop-

ping when the trunnion caps are re-

moved, thereby eliminating the nec-

essity for raising the pushbeams when

reinstalling.

Remove the trunnion caps from

each of the pushbeams, freeing the

pushbeams from the trunnion spools.

After the trunnion caps and hoist

sheave assembly have been removed,

back the tractor out from between

the pushbeams, being careful not to

knock the bowl and pushbeam as-

sembly off the blocks.

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SECTION

Disassembling Equalizer Braces, Push-

beams, and Eyebolts From Bowl

To disassemble the equalizer

braces, pushbeams, and eyebolts from

the bowl, first remove the bowl and

pushbeam assembly from the tractor,

as outlined in the preceding instruc-

tions. Then proceed as follows:

EQUALIZER BRACES. To dis-

connect the equalizer braces from the

bowl, first remove the cotter pins and

lock pins from the link pins which

connect the equalizer braces to the

bowl. Then drive out the link pins. If

the equalizer braces are to be removed

from the pushbeams, remove the link

pins which connect them in a like

manner.

PUSHBEAMS. To remove the

pushbeams from the 'Dozer bowl, first

remove the cotter pins and lock pins

from the link pins which connect the

pushbeam structure with the top of

the bowl. Then drive out the link pins.

The link pins which connect the

pushbeams with the bottom of the

bowl can be removed in a like man-

ner, thereby freeing the pushbeams

from the bowl.

EYEBOLTS. To remove the eye-

bolts from the pushbeam structures,

simply remove the nuts from the eye-

bolts by backing them off, and then

pull out the eyebolts.

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REPAIR

Removing Front and Rear A-Frame

and Ridgebeam

To remove the front and rear A--

frames and ridgebeam it is first nec-

essary to remove the hoist sheave

housing and the cable. Then remove

the ridgebeam by removing the cap-

screws which secure the ridgebeam to

the front and rear A-frames.

With a chain hoist attached to the

top of the rear A-frame, remove' the

capscrews which secure the A-frame

to the tractor and remove the A-frame,

using the chain hoist.

Then attach the chain hoist to

the top of the front A-frame. Remove

the capscrews which secure the lower

ends of the diagonal braces to the

tractor frame.

Then remove the clamp block at

the lower end of the A-frame by re-

moving the capscrews, thereby freeing

the clamp block from the spool on the

foot plate. Then remove the A-frame,

using the chain hoist.

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SECTION

Disassembling Front A-Frame

To disassemble the front A-frame

first remove the A-frame from the

tractor as outlined in the preceding

instructions. Then remove the diag-

onal braces from the A-frame by re-

moving the capscrews which secure

them to the A-frame.

Removing Footplates

To remove the footplates first re-

move the front A-frame as outlined on

the preceding page. Then remove the

capscrews which secure the footplates

to the tractor frame and remove the

plates.

Removing Trunnion Brackets

To remove the trunnion brackets

it is first necessary to remove the bowl

and pushbeam assembly as previous-

ly outlined. Then remove the cap-

screws which secure the trunnion

brackets to the tractor track roller

frames, thereby freeing the trunnion

brackets from the tractor.

Removing Sheave Wheels, Bearings,

Pins, Etc.

To remove the sheave wheels,

bearings, pins, and dust seals from the

sheave housings, first remove sheave

pin. Then remove sheave wheel (or

wheels) from housing and remove

dust seals and bearings from hubs of

wheels.

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OPERATION SECTION

INSPECTION OF PARTS FOR REPLACEMENT

AND REPAIRS

Other than replacing worn cable, sheaves, bearings, or pins, practi-

cally the only type of repairs ever required on LeTourneau Bulldozer

are welding repairs.

WELDING REPAIRSSince LeTourneau 'Dozers are welded

together and made of high alloy steel, breakage of any of the main struc-

tures seldom occurs. However, it is impossible to build any type of

machinery, even heavily constructed electrically arc welded alloy steel

equipment such as 'Dozers, that will withstand all types of abuse con-

tinually without occasional breakage.

If any welded member of a LeTourneau 'Dozer starts to crack or

break through severe abuse, the 'Dozer should be stopped immediately

and the crack welded up and reinforced before the damage becomes

serious.

Only alloy steel should be used in reinforcing LeTourneau 'Dozers

and coated arc electrodes used in welding.

RE-ASSEMBLY

To assemble and install the 'Dozer on the tractor, simply reverse

the instruction for disassembly.

Reinstall lockwashers in all positions where they were removed

during disassembly.

When installing the trunnion brackets, tighten the bolts as tight

as possible to prevent any chance of them shearing off when subjected

to heavy shock loads.

Make sure sheave bearings are free of dirt, grit, or other foreign

matter before installing.

Follow cable threading instructions on Page 19 when threading

the cable.

Grease all points of lubrication before placing 'Dozer in operation.

TABLE OF CLEARANCES AND TOLERANCES OF

ALL BEARINGS AND ADJUSTABLE PARTS

POINT OF

ADJUSTMENT

CORRECT

ADJUSTMENT

ALLOWABLE

TOLERANCE

Sheave Bearings

Non-adjustable

(straight roller)

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PARTS

CRTALOG

WARNING

SPARE PARTS can be supplied

promptly and accurately only if posi-

tively identified by correct part num-

ber and correct part name.

FURNISH THIS INFORMA-

TION ON ALL REQUISITIONS.

WITHOUT FAIL, on all requisi-

tions, give name of machine, name of

manufacturer, model or size, manufac-

turer's serial number of each machine

and subassemblies attached to machine,

and components and accessories for

which spare parts are required.

List spare parts for only one make or

kind of machine on each requisition.

Requisitions must be double spaced to

provide room for office notations when

necessary.

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PARTS CATALOG

FOR

BULLDOZER, TRACTOR-

MOUNTED, CABLE-OPERATED,

MODEL XD7

(FOR USE WITH CATERPILLAR D7 TRACTOR

SERIAL NO. 7MH AND UP, AND LETOURNEAU

R7 OR FTD7 POWER CONTROL UNIT.)

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On this page is shown a sample spare parts requisi-

tion on QMC Form No. 400 which conforms to the latest

revisions. The marginal notes 3ive instructions for pre-

paring a requisition for spare parts for Engineer equip-

ment.

The revised QMC Form 400 has new column head-

ings. Until new forms are available use the present

form and type or write in corrections in column head-

ings as shown below.

Under revised heading "Nomenclature" and "Unit"

list the article and the unit (ea for each; Ib for pound;

etc.). Under heading "Maximum or Authorized Level"

list the authorized organizational allowances or depot

stock levels given in ENG 7 and ENS 8 of the ASF

Engineer Supply Catalog (superseding Part III, Corps of

Engineers Supply Catalog). The total number on hand

for each item is listed under "On Hand". In column

headed "Due In" enter the total quantity previously

requisitioned but not delivered. Column headed

"Required" is to be changed to read "Quantity

Desired" and column headed "Approved" is to read

"Remarks." For "Initial" and "Replenishment" requisi-

tions, the sum of "Quantity Desired", "Due In", and "On

Hand" should equal "Maximum or Authorized Level."

(Additional details on this subject are covered in

tNG I of the ASF Engineer Supply Catalog which

incorporates information formerly contained in Seqtion

AA-I, Part III, Engineer Supply Catalog.)

State PERIOD designation by use of one of the following terms:

"INITIAL"first requisition of authorized allowances.

"REPLENISHMENT'-subsequent requisitions to maintain authorized allowances.

"SPECIAL"requisitions for necessary repairs not covered by allowances.

Address requisitions to Engi-

neer Field Maintenance

Office, P. O. Box 1679, Colum-

bus, Ohio (except for spare

parts for searchlights and bar-

rage balloons which are ad-

dressed to Schenectady, N. Y.

or Ogden, Utah ASF depots).'

Give complete shippin

instructions. Special instruc-

tions for packing, marking,

routing, etc., should be given

at bottom of requisition.

State proper nomenclature,

of machine, also make, model,

machine serial number and

U. S. A. registration number.

Prepare a separate requisition'

for each different machine.

State basis or authority and'

date delivery is required, im-

mediately below description

of machine.

Double space between items.'

Group parts required under*

group headings as shown in

manufacturers' parts catalogs

(Technical Manuals).

State OCE stock numb

manufacturers' parts numbers

and nomenclature accurately

and completely. Do not use

c'xSreviations.

Type "SPARE PARTS"

in upper right hand cor-

ner of requisition.

REQUISITION \

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PREPARATION OF REQUISITIONS

A Sample requisition in the correct form for submission by the

Engineer Property Officer is shown on the opposite page.

THIS SHALL BE FOLLOWED IN MAKING OUT

REQUISITIONS.

In order to eliminate duplication of work, Property Officers may

authorize organizations to prepare requisitions in final form, leaving

requisition number space blank for completion by Property Officer.

THE FOLLOWING RULES WILL BE OBSERVED CAREFULLY

IN PREPARING REQUISITIONS FOR

SPARE PARTS:

a. Prepare a separate requisition for each different machine.

b. Type "SPARE PARTS" in upper right hand corner of requisition

form.

c. State PERIOD designation by use of one of the following terms:

(1) "INITIAL"first requisition of authorized allowances.

(2) "REPLENISHMENT"subsequent requisitions to maintain

authorized allowances.

(3) "SPECIAL"requisitions for necessary repairs not covered by

allowances.

d. Give complete shipping instructions.

e. State proper nomenclature of machine, and make, model, serial

number and registration number.

f. State basis or authority, and date delivery is required, immediately

below description of machine.

g. Group parts required under group headings as shown in manufac-

turers' parts catalogs.

h. State manufacturers' parts numbers and nomenclature descriptions

accurately and completely. Do not use abbreviations.

i. Double space between items.

j. Emergency requisitions sent by telephone, telegraph, or radio must

always be confirmed immediately with requisition marked: "Confirm-

ing (state identifying data)".

k. Nonexpendable items must be accounted for.

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LIST OF ASSEMBLIES

PART WEIGHT PRICE

No. DESCRIPTION QTY. LB. EACH

H-978 BRACE ASSEMBLY (Includes Following) 2 62 27.55

H-8612 ADJUSTING BRACE 1

C-1718 BOLT 2

C-1528 NUT 2

C-1542 LOCKWASHER 2

E-4559 EYE BOLT 1

D-2223 HOIST SHEAVE ASSEMBLY (Includes Following): 1 100 40.73

D-2196 HOUSING 1

C-172 SHEAVE 2

C-175 BEARING 2

C-315 ZERK! 2

D-2210 PIN 1

D-2238 BOLT 1

D-3931 NUT '. 1

C-1949 COTTER 1

S-1121 A-FRAME ASSEMBLY (Includes Following) 1 900 252.00

S-465 FRONT A-FRAME STRUCTURE 1

E-4030 BOLT 2

E-4031 NUT 2

D-1782 COTTER 2

C-4445 WEDGE 1

C-504 SOCKET , 1

C-5542 BOLT 2

C-1533 NUT '2

C-1545 LOCKWASHER 2

R-3462 BRACE 1

R-3463 BRACE 1

S-461 PLATE 1

S-459 PLATE 1

R-801 CAP 2

C-1654 CAPSCREW 4

C-1542 LOCKWASHER 8

C-1529 CAPSCREW 10

C-1543 LOCKWASHER 10

C-1662 CAPSCREW 10

R-3467 SHIM 4

R-3469 SHIM 6

H-9565 RIDGE BEAM 1

H-9564 A-FRAME (Rear) 1

C-1667 BOLT 2

C-1531 NUT 2

C-1544 LOCKWASHER 2

C-1715 BOLT 4

C-1528 NUT 4

C-172 SHEAVE 3

C-175 BEARING 3

C-1051 COTTER 2

C-174 PIN 1

C-171 PIN 1

C-315 ZERK 3

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MODEL XD7 BULLDOZER

(FOR USE WITH CATERPILLAR D7 TRACTOR SERIAL No. 7M-1 & UP,

AND LeTOURNEAU MODEL "R7" POWER CONTROL UNIT)

PART

No.

DESCRIPTION

PAGE

C-171 PIN 37

C-172 SHEAVE WHEEL 35, 37

C-174 PIN 37

C-175 BEARING 35, 37

C-315 ZERK FITTING 35, 37

C-445 CABLE WEDGE 36

C-504 CABLE SOCKET 36

C-1051 COTTER KEY, %" x 5" 35, 37

C-1523 NUT, V4" NC HEX 39

C-1525 NUT, ft" NC HEX 39

C-1528 NUT, %" NF HEX 34,36

C-1529 NUT, %" NC HEX 36

C-1531 NUT, 1" NC HEX 34,36

C-1533 NUT, 114" NC HEX 36

C-1540 LOCKWASHER, V4" 39

C-1541 LOCKWASHER, %" 39

C-1542 LOCKWASHER, %" 34, 36

C-1543 LOCKWASHER, %" 36

C-1544 LOCKWASHER, 1" 34, 36

C-1545 LOCKWASHER, I1//' 36

C-1558 COTTER KEY, %" x 3V4" 34

C-1568 BOLT, %" x 5W 39

C-1580 BOLT. 1 x 10V4" 34

C-1654 CAPSCREW-%" x 4W NC 36

C-1662 CAPSCREW, %" x 214" NC 36

C-1667 CAPSCREW, I"x2tt" NC 36

C-1715 BOLT 36

C-1717 BOLT 36

C-1732 BLADE BOLT 34

C-1733 TIP BOLT 34

C-1949 COTTER KEY, 14" x 3" 35

C-2145 CAPSCREW 34

C-2559 CAP, TRUNNION 34

C-2583 BLADE TIP-RIGHT 34

C-2584 BLADE TIP-LEFT 34

C-2621 BLADE, %" x 10" x 84" 34

C-2641 BOLT, TOP EYE 34

C-2642 NUT, EYE BOLT 34

C-5542 BOLT 36

C-5760 BOLT 39

C-6695 LOCK PIN 36

D-1782 Cotter Key, 3/16" x 2" 36

D-2196 SHEAVE HOUSING 35

D-2210 PIN 35

D-2223 HOIST SHEAVE ASSEMBLY 35

D-2238 BOLT, l'/2" x 3%" NF 35

D-3931 NUT 35

D-6538 SPACER 39

E-4030 BOLT 36

E-4031 NUT 36

E-4559 BOLT, EYE 34

E-5575 PIN, EYE BOLT 34

E-8932 CAPSCREW, SHORT HEAD 38

QTY.

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MODEL XD7 BULLDOZER

(FOR USE WITH CATERPILLAR D7 TRACTOR, SERIAL No. 7M-1 & UP,

AND LeTOURNEAU MODEL "R7" POWER CONTROL UNIT)

PART

No.

DESCRIPTION

PAGE

F-9271 BRACKET, LEFT 38

F-9272 BRACKET, RIGHT 38

H-600 BOWL STRUCTURE 34

H-612 BRACE, ADJUSTING 34

H-615 PIN 34

H-978 BRACE ASSEMBLY 34

H-1018 RADIATOR GUARD 39

H-9558 HOUSING FOR R7 PCU 36

H-9564 REAR A-FRAME STRUCTURE FOR R7 PCU 36

H-9565 RIDGE BEAM FOR R7 PCU 36

H-9959 HOUSING 36

R-801 BLOCK, CLAMP 36

R-3462 LEFT BRACE 36

R-3463 RIGHT BRACE 36

R-3467 SHIM , 36

R-3469 SHIM 36

R-7080 ARM, SIDE-RIGHT 34

R-7081 ARM, SIDE-LEFT 34

S-4S9 FOOTPLATE-RIGHT 36

S-461 FOOTPLATE-LEFT' 36

S-465 A-FRAME STRUCTURE-FRONT 36

QTY.

WEIGHT PRICE

LB. OZ. EACH

80

80

1400

51

62

150

22

120

110

51

22.75

22.75

385.00

21.03

2.63

27.55

47.75

6.80

48.00

39.00

17.25

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480

480

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1 35

1 372

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16.63

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