Video: Inspection Tips for Track-Type Tractor Undercarriage

This Caterpillar preventative maintenance video (4:21 min.) points out key areas of concern when inspecting track-type tractor undercarriage

July 30, 2013
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Walk-around inspections allow you to identify and correct any issues early, which can improve undercarriage life and lower the cost per hour substantially.
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