Replacing bobcat excavator rubber tracks

In this video I replace the tracks and sprockets on a bobcat 335 excavator.
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[@craigdreisbach5956]

Thank you. One thing I was taught by a locksmith who had to get into case hardened steel safes is to use automotive brake fluid to keep the drill bit from overheating and thus avoid ruining the bit's temper. Cobalt bits help as well, but I think they're overrated and expensive. Although many people use oil/tap magic/water, the brake fluid cools but also increases cutting efficiency. You had no problems with the re-threading, but this tip has served me well for 40 years. Best Wishes. Craig

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

I will probably try that. I use some cutting and tapping fluid at work but I don’t usually use it at home. Now I have a use for old brake fluid after I flush it.

[@lesterduncan8778]

Use the bucket to pull back on the Idler; use a short wood block.

[@michaelshin69]

Great video. I just did this on my E80. I found it easier if the side is raised enough where none of the track touches the ground for an easier maneuvering of the rubber track.

[@shortfatguy1]

Woke up to a new Jason video how can life be better?

[@capsgrams2742]

What’s the tools needed ? Bolts etc sizes great video just missing the tools

[@keiththurston9024]

Nice work, I have an E42 excavator, the tracks are tight. But they are cut up. I will replace eventually. I am confident I can get it done now 👍

[@TW-du7hb]

Keep making your videos. You have mechanic savy. I truly enjoy your grit to get a job done. Thanks Jason!

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

Thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to watch my videos, I’m glad you liked it.

[@jaredcoderre3062]

Thank you, very helpful. I appreciated the info

[@zeenycobb]

Thanks!!!

[@johnnytolley673]

I got new sprockets for mine and it needs tracks but I haven't bought them yet, still saving up a little bit. I wonder if you can get those segmented tracks for that size machine. You know the ones that are steel tracks with the rubber bolted to the steel. Just wondered if you knew? Thank you sir

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

I found these so I think you can get them. I’m not sure if you need to change out all the rollers for them though. www.mclarenindustries.com/us/en/product-catalog/bobcat/x335-70-links/rubber-tracks-and-steel-tracks/00920/0094476/

[@Randy_bosss]

minty

[@mikemaccracken3112]

Great video! Hope all is well with you and yours Jason.

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

Thank you. I wish you and your family the best also.

[@ericcorse]

Well I thought you had it made from the fairies blowing bubbles, they must have left when you got to the broken bolt. I like the rotary come along.

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

Haha yeah that was my son playing with a Bubble machine. He just doesn’t understand it’s a live studio🙂. I saw someone take the space out by running a rod around the sprocket between the teeth and track. Unfortunately I didn’t see it until after I did this, probably would have been easier.

[@ericcorse]

@@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic Your son was doing what a kid should be doing.

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

Yeah, i usually don’t worry about it to much. I totally forgot about the bubbles though, made me laugh.

[@johnnytolley673]

I have the exact same model tractors yours. How many hours do you have? I just changed the oil in mine today and I think it has 3650

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

I think it has around 3200ish hours maybe 3300.

[@glencaple3888]

Nice job!

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

Thank you. These tracks are surprisingly heavy.

[@artwilson4347]

Can you add link to where tracks came from

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

I didn’t get them offline. I got them from this company. www.jordanequipment.com/

[@unclemudfrogsgarage6590]

Next time maybe just cut the tracks off unless you are planning on using them for something. Andrew Camarata has a lot of videos dealing with tracks on his equipment.

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

The problem with just cutting them off is you still need to push the idler in. I’ve watched a bunch of Andrews videos and while he does get the job done there is a bit more collateral damage than I would like.

[@brianm8633]

Very informative video Jason. Thanks

[@jhonditch4269]

you made it look too simple.

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

These rubber ones aren’t too bad, just a bit heavy. I’m lucky all the bottom rollers were good. I had one top roller that was wearing out but that shouldn’t be too hard to change later.

[@eshskis1]

Nice job J, I enjoy your videos !

[@JasonTheMunicipalMechanic]

@@eshskis1 thank you.