Changed my mind

[kiko]

I while back I posted about a 132 Franklin I found and was considering buying.  Well, I changed my mind and got a fixer up 525 Cat.  It is a 1996 model ,  the 3304 needs an in frame and it needs a tire( which I already have).   It is not a little skidder like the Frank but I just could not pass on the deal.  I got it right before it went to the scrap yard.  The pictures don't show it but I have all the sheet metal as well.  Odd thing about this skidder , my first cousin bought it brand new and sold it years ago so I brought it back home. It came with the screens and no air conditioning. 

  

 

[Neilo]

Glad to hear you got a good deal!

[Ford_man]

Looks like you got a spare tire laying on top of the engine. :D :D :D

[bushmechanic]

 I'm sure that a man of your ability will have that Cat purrrrring in no time. Remember we like pic's on here. Nice find.

[lopet]

My plans sometimes change too.  ;D   Congrats on your new project and let's hope all it needs is a engine and a tire.

[low_48]

Those Caterpillar parts have a reputation for being really pricey, good luck. BUT, those profits are paying my pension check. Worked for Cat for 30 years.

[kiko]

The head is off the engine, the tire is holding the tarp in place.  I am familiar with this machine and know for fact it was pulling wood when it started mixing oil and coolant.  The bad tire is on the other side,  I got set on a rim ready for the tire man with the 525b.  In framing this engine requires removing the front axle and cradle assembly.  I am sure I will able to spend some more money  on the cradle pins and such.  I am aware of hidden cost.  I finally figured out how to post pictures, duh wifi off the smartphone,  so I will post progress as it goes along as spread out as they may be.  The parts price don't scare me much, the way I see it I spend it back in or they take it. 

[so il logger]

You will do just fine Kiko, once you get it back up you will have a fine machine And the engine repairs won't be a huge amount. Just spend the money to do it right and you will get years of use out of that kitty cat