1980/11/24 Caterpillar

Replacement Wheel Available For Service Of 6V97 Engine Stand Group{0626}

Usage:

The 6V2026 Wheel, which is part of the 6V97 Engine Stand Group, is now available for parts replacement. Except for miscellaneous hardware items, the wheel is the only component of the engine stand group which is available separately.

The 6V2026 Wheel has a cast iron core, roller bearings, and a grease fitting to permit lubrication of the bearings. The core is 203 mm (8") in diameter and 76 mm (3") wide. The tread of the wheel is made of polyurethane. It is chemically bonded (fastened with adhesive) to the core. The polyurethane tread has excellent resistance against wear, oil and most chemicals. Also, when the engine stand is moved, the polyurethane tread will not make marks on the floor.

The weight of the 6V2026 Wheel is approximately 7.3 kg (16 lb).

Caterpillar Information System:

1980/11/24 6V4008 Valve Seat Extractor Now Available{1103,0622}

1980/11/24 New Gasket Improves Operation Of Shut-Off Groups{7418,7403}

1980/11/24 Use Fluid-Type Vibration Damper To Control Vibrations{1205,3305}

1980/11/24 New Aftercooler Core Has Copper-Nickel Tubes For Increased Strength{1063,1064}

1980/11/24 New Decals Permit Easier Identification Of Fuel System Settings On Most Truck Engines{7557}

1980/11/17 Some Remanufactured 3406 Engines Have The Wrong Reference Serial Number On The Identification Plate{7557,1000}

1980/11/17 Use Dust Cap To Prevent Freon Leakage From Air Conditioner; Cap Is Available As Replacement Part{7320}

1980/11/17 Tee-Test Plug And Pressure Tap (Connection) Plugs Can Be Tightened To A Higher Torque To Prevent Leaks{5050,0651}

1980/11/17 6V4021 Piston Ring Compressor Group Available{1215,1214,0622}

1980/11/17 Two Thinner Spacers Available For Use During Adjustment Of Off-Engine Timing Dimension{1251,0653}

1980/11/17 Coolant Conditioner Elements Are Now Available For 3208 Engines{1350}

1980/11/17 Check For Correct Spring Retainer On Oil Pump Bypass Valve When Oil Pan Is Removed{1315,1302}

1980/12/01 Direct Inquiry Service Information Retrieval System (SIRS) Available To U.S. And Canadian Dealers{0374}

1980/12/01 Exhaust Manifold And Air Lines Groups Changed To Prevent Exhaust Leakage And Damage To Manifold Gaskets And Mounting Studs{1059,1061}

1980/12/01 Larger Plug Used In The Ends Of The Rocker Arm Shaft Assembly{1102}

1980/12/01 New Service Handle Kit Permits Cab Door To Be Opened From Inside While Locked (Fastened With Lock){7308,7301}

1980/12/01 New Front Housing Assembly And Gaskets Used{1162,1166,1151}

1980/12/01 Different O-Ring Seal Now Used On The Oil Pump Suction Tube{1307,1304}

1980/12/01 Inspect All Engine Oil And Fuel Filter Elements Before Installation{1000,1261,1318}

1980/12/01 6V4085 Torque Multiplier Group Available{0614}

1980/12/15 New Bearing Sizes And Identification Codes For AiResearch Remanufactured Turbocharger Cartridges{1053}

1980/12/15 Be Sure To Cut The Center Gasket Even With Top Surface Of Oil Pan Sections To Prevent Oil Leakage{1302}

1980/12/15 New Control Valve Group Used To Prevent Ratchet-Type Noise And Rough Clutch Engagement{3313}

1980/12/15 New Turbocharger, Turbocharger Oil Lines Group And Aftercooler Air Lines Group Used{1052,1058,1063,1307,1309}