A Correct Guideline To Inspect The Second Hand Wheel Loader

If you require adding a wheel loader in your heavy equipment list or if you require changing an aging wheel loader, search the modern stock of equipment or if you want a second hand truck so try to search a reliable supplier or a trustworthy machine provider. Many companies always have a huge collection of unused and second-hand wheel loaders for sale, but before you head out to check the wheel loader that grab your attention, read our five tools examination tips for wheel loader purchasers:

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1. First concentrate on wheel loader bucket and check thoroughly bucket teeth bucket cutting edge and lift arms

Let’s start at the front of the bucket, examine for any lost or loose-fitting bucket teeth. Then you should continue on from the bucket teeth and check at the bucket leading border and side sections, making reminder note of every crack, unnecessary wear, or repairs such as welds.

If the bucket is connected to the wheel loader lift arms through a rapid attach coupling system, verify the coupling system for any movable pins or damaged bushings. From the coupling method, go on to the lift arms and examine the arms for any faults, dents or further proof of structural scratch. And last you have to notice the condition of the lift arm tubes.

2. Examine the engine and hydraulic structure of a loader

Remember one thing that checking the hydraulic system is very essential because it’s the most significant part of your wheel loader. So you should examine all tubes and cylinders for any scratch. Make sure all tube couplings are in a fine state and free of any cracks or dents. Check all tubes for any leaks, hollows or cuts that could permit liquid to spread out or pollutants make their way in.

After the hydraulic system, look at the engine for any clear cracks or free or loose belts. Now examine the air filter and the previous repair date, which should be recorded on the filter itself because many wheel loader air filters should be changed after excessive operational tasks.

3. Check all the normal operations and the Cab

The cab is the center part of a wheel loader so check for any loose-fitting clutch or an unsafe ladder. Determine the general situation of the seat, pointing devices and foot pedals and make a reminder of the hour meter reading then start up the engine and examine that all gauges are in working condition, as well as the back-up alarm.

If you listen to any screeching noises when working the bucket or further wheel loader parts, it could indicate that the device has not been oiled properly and the metal parts are now rubbing together.

4. Examine carefully on the center articulation spot

At the bottom of the cab a midpoint of the wheel loader is located which meets the center articulation spot. Search for marks of wear at the articulation point. If the heavy Construction equipment was controlled violent, irregular, rock conditions, rather than on flat land, the articulation point should be damaged.

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5. Check the frame, Roll over Protection Structure and Falling Object Protective Structures

If the equipment does not come together with canopy, make sure to examine the ROPS, a major supporting system for any dents or other break that could change its capability to defend an operator in the incident of a rollover or further kind of accident. In the case of FOPS verify that all surface screens are scratch free and protected.

Once you’ve finished your visual and practical examination, request to view the wheel loader’s repair documentation. Unless you are very qualified and know what to examine for when checking a wheel loader, have an experienced mechanic or educated worker to carry out the scrutiny of the machine.

Over the years, a common question I’ve heard is, “When I’m looking for a used piece of equipment, is it always smarter to invest in one with low hours?” And my answer back has always been some form of, “Yes and no.”

Why? For one, many people would assume a wheel loader with 2,000 hours is in better shape than one with 8,000 hours — but that’s not necessarily the case. Maybe the owner of that 8,000-hour machine was meticulous about preventive maintenance, and the 2,000-hour owner wasn’t. Or perhaps the lower-hour machine was used at a mine and put through more abuse, whereas the 8,000-hour machine has a lot of idle hours on it. And what if the owner of the 8,000-hour loader recently replaced the transmission?

There’s a lot more to consider when looking for a piece of used equipment than the number of hours — and a higher-hour machine may actually be the better option for you. To help you out, here are eight tips to consider when looking at used equipment with several thousand hours or more:

• Service History: For high-hour machines, ask for a service history or get a serial number and have the dealer look up what components have been serviced or replaced. You can also find out if the machine was serviced in a preventive maintenance program with a certified dealer. If you find that most of the machine’s wear parts/components haven’t been replaced, you probably want to budget additional money for repairs down the road. If the machine has a lot of hours but was regularly serviced, it indicates the owner likely took pretty good care of it.
• Tires: Generally, machines with high hours either need tires or have tires with tread that is in good condition. Always verify the brand and inspect the casing (sidewall) and the tread for peeling, cuts, and debris. Replacement cost of tires can have a significant cost to ownership. Also, check whether bias or radial tires were being used, and know your application to choose correctly between radial and bias.
• Undercarriage: Look to see if the machine has an OEM undercarriage (most OEM undercarriages have their name on it). OEM undercarriages are always preferable over aftermarket. While OEM undercarriages could very easily come from the same manufacturer as aftermarket undercarriages, the difference is most likely in the spec. OEMs are more centered on life cycle and spec their components to achieve longer wear life. Generally, bushings and link assemblies will have a greater thickness and more rigid hardness spec.
• Cab: Hop in and check to see if the cab is clean (e.g., the seats aren’t torn). The cleanliness of a cab is usually reflective of the person who operated it. With typical operators working 10-hour days or more, a meticulous cab likely indicates an operator who took good care of his machine. Also look for an operator inspection book. Some contractors require an operator at the beginning and end of a shift to clean out roller frames, inspect for leaks, grease machines and help identify any other operational issues. They might document this in an inspection book, and it isn’t uncommon for these to be left in the cab of the machine.
• Buckets: When pins start to wear down, eventually you have to replace them and the bushings. Some owners, however, will run them out, which leads to more expensive repairs, like line boring a distorted hole. This may indicate an owner who wasn’t paying attention or didn’t care about regular maintenance and was OK letting certain parts of the machine wear down. What else might be worn down?
• Paint: If a machine has been repainted, find out what exactly was repainted and why. Sometimes a complete paint job may reveal an owner who’s trying to hide something; but sometimes a paint job indicates an owner who’s simply maintaining the appearance of his equipment. The quality of a paint job will usually identify the motive. New paint with a rough surface demonstrates a rushed job. Also, how the machine was prepped will tell you a lot. Some identifiers to look for are items that are now painted but wouldn’t have been from the factory, like back-up alarms. Other examples are hoses that are sprayed over instead of taped off and rubber springs on the boggie suspension that are painted instead of being black.

If you’re buying a high-hour machine from an OEM or certified dealer, you should expect to get more information for your buying decision. For example:

• Machine Data: With many OEMs, you can request data about how some machines were used. Volvo’s CareTrack® system, for example, uses MATRIS (Machine Tracking Information System) software that provides in-depth reporting of operator behavior and operation data throughout the life of the machine. For one, it can tell you how many of the machine’s hours were spent idling versus actually working — maybe that high-hour machine wasn’t used as hard as you think.
• Volvo Certified Used: With Volvo Certified Used Equipment, we tell you exactly what you’re getting and back machines up with inspection reports and warranties (in the U.S. and Canada). Plus, inspections and repairs are completed by Volvo-certified technicians under strict standards, so even with high-hour machines, you can be sure any repairs and/or new components are designed to last.

The next time you’re in the market for used equipment, don’t immediately discount the higher-hour models. Look for signs that owners and operators took good care of them — if they did, one of those high-hour machines may be the smarter choice.

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