Case 1845C question??????

[Flying_gage]

Hey all!



I have a no start condition on my 1845c... .....



Here is the deal: I was having a progressively harder time starting it and just figured that it was the battery. My multi-meter showed the old battery was making 11. 4 volts. Checking the alternator, it was making 13. 5 volts at idle. Simple fix right? Wrong!



I put in a new battery and it started fine for a couple days and then yesterday morning, I couldn"t get it started. No clicking noises or turning over, just dead. Well I then hooked up the battery charger and it finally started right up when I turned the "boost" on.



So I am thinking it is either the solenoid or the starter? I am not hearing any clicks though from a solenoid and in my limited time, could not find it yesterday.



I gave the starter a couple raps with a hammer though to see if it was seizing up and that didn't help.



Any help would be appreciated. I am off to California for a week and need to get this thing figured out as I need it running for a job the day after I get back.



Thanks,

Pete

 

[bmoeller]

You have a PM.

 

[BILLVO]

Possibly a safety switch in the seat or the one on the flip down gate not working properly. I just had the same thing happen on my Gehl and that was the problem.

 

[PToombs]

Check the wire harness plugs behind the cab, above the bell housing. Known to corrode and cause all kinds of mischief!

Usually just cut the wires and put in a spade or bullet connector around the plug.

PS, I did one the other day!

 

[HoleshotHolset]

I've got a solution - I'll come on down and take that off your hands... problem solved. MMMmmmm... . Case 1845C skidsteer.



Beers,



Matt

 

[Flying_gage]

Hey all.



Well, I am in California now and had to turn it over to a shop as I need it the day after I get back from California.



It was the wire harness above the bell housing... ... .



Holeshot, funny you say that, the guy who is working on it said the same thing:-laf. I did alot of research on the skids as this is my first and there didn't seem to be a person out there who didn't like the 1845c. It was icing on the cake when I found out they came with a cummins! She is a little monster and has already surpassed my expectations.



Thanks guys!

 

[PToombs]

Damn I'm good! :-laf Glad you got it fixed. Now you know where to look next time! The 1840's are great too. I'd love to get my hands on either one.

 

[HoleshotHolset]

When it comes time for me to plunk down some coin on a skidsteer, I've already decided to single out the Case 1840/1845(c?) - basically anything with a Cummins 4B in it.



The way I see it - I could drop a set of turbo pistons and a bolt on a turbo and start turning up the fuel for a BOMBed skidsteer... then I can break stuff and wish I never did that. :-laf



Beers,



Matt

 

[Flying_gage]

Matt,



Don't think I haven't thought about that! :-laf Seriously though, I looked pretty hard at used skids and did a fair amount of research. I am tickled with my 1845c. If anything it has already exceeded my expectations!



The funny thing is I thought I knew exactly what I would use my skid for! I use it for things I never thought about. A friend told me that once you have one you will wonder how you made due without. I thought that was a exaggeration! I am finding out how true it is.



When you get close, give me a shout and I will give you what little advice I can. Or if you ever want to come down and pla with mine you are more than welcome.



Was scrolling through the pages and found your thread on your garage. How is that coming?

 

[HoleshotHolset]

Thanks for the offer - I just may take you up on that.



I've never operated a skidsteer and it would be really handy to see and operate the model I'm probably going to end up with someday... I imagine I'll be buying one in the next year or so.



The garage project is going very well - I'm getting psyched and really looking forward to it!



Beers,



Matt

 

[Flying_gage]

Matt,



If it is not mine, make sure you try someone's!!!!!



I had a fair amount of time in a bobcat 743 and hated it! I also have used loaders, excavators and back hoes. So I had a fair idea of what it should do.



But find one that you can use for at least 5-10 hours. I think it may also be a decent idea to rent a bobcat or similiar brand for comparison sake. I had time in a John Deere 250 and the Bobcat.



How far is Columbia city from Madison? You have any acreage? May be able to make it up there in the early spring to hang out for a day and you can play with her to your hearts content.

 

[HoleshotHolset]

I'd be willing to give up a little in ergonomics and ease of use just to get a tried and true Cummins 4B under the hood.



Does your 4B in that Case have a VE rotary pump or an inline pump? I have a 4-cylinder inline pump I bought a few years ago - just to play with and learn about. It's either an A-series or an M/MW... I'm not sure. The seller said it was off a Case bulldozer, but it may fit a skidsteer.



I'll change my 'location' information - I'm in Columbia County, WI - so we're about 45min north of Madison using I90/I94/I39.



We have 3 acres in the middle of farm country to play with - bring it on.



Thanks,



Matt

 

[Flying_gage]

Matt,



I wholeheartedly agree with the motor. It is just gravy that the surrounding skid steer is of good quality also.



The only thing that I think you give up with the Case is that it is a bit more choppy making it a tad harder to finish grade. I have found though with a titch more patience and planning it all works out fine. And damn does the thing have power. With the tires "foamed" and the weight kit, I have little doubt that she'll pick up in excess of 2k. I will just be careful about who uses it at that point as you can start cracking welds and arms at those levels when pounded on.



The pump on mine is an inline pump. Nothing fancy.



Were it not for a barn tear down this week and a new baby next month, I would say I would come up for some beers before the ground gets hard. Sadly the wife wouldn't see that as a great idea on my part. Probably because she would be out the usage of the skid! She loves the thing along with the kids.



When you start looking in earnest, look for one with as many attachments as possible as they are expensive. Also don't be too afraid of hours as long as it has been taken care of. Mine has 4400 hours but has been used by one person most of it's life and he also had a ton of attachments.



Come spring though, I should have a day or two to swing up. 3 acres is should provide plenty of digging area!

 

[PToombs]

FG, one thing to be careful of with foam and weights. You can crack the side plate by the left rear axle. I have seen 3 of these in my 8 years at a Case dealer. The plate cracks near the bolt holes, radially, then the side has to be cut out and a new plate welded in. I've seen where the customers welded the cracks and it broke out again. If this ever happens, cut past where the axle housing slides to the front, remove the piece, then use it as a template for the new one. I'ts a PITA, but it holds good.

 

[HoleshotHolset]

Thanks again for the offer - I totally understand how things can get busy in a hurry. Heck, I'd be more than willing to come down to your place to try it out! Like I said, I've never used one - so any seat time would be very good for me.



OK - so the inline pump I have must fit a Case version Cummins 4B - VERY cool and good to know.



I think my wife will also really enjoy running the skidsteer once we get one - heck, she may even end up using it more than I will.



Beers,



Matt

 

[Crash&Burn]

I would love to have a 1845

If you google Case 1845, don't look at the 3rd item down... ... ... ... ... ... .

 

[PToombs]

See? If your machine has those or tires you're gonna have problems! :-laf

 

[HoleshotHolset]

... and if it floats, flies or something else - it's cheaper to rent than to buy. :-laf



Beers,



Matt

 

[Crash&Burn]

... and if it floats, flies or something else - it's cheaper to rent than to buy. :-laf



Beers,



Matt

Especially the something else... ...

 

[bmoeller]

Matt, the 1840 we have, has a rotary style pump on it. Can't remember what my boss' dad's 40XT has. It is similar to the 1840, but newer. They have enough power that I usually don't need to run them at full throttle.

Of those 2, I like the 40XT the best, even though the 1840 is an excellent machine. Stay away from the 1835C (gas or diesel). They are a real POS, at least for the engines.

The 40XT is easier to get in an out of, the cab tips (after removing 2 bolts at the rear) forward without undoing a bunch of stuff that has to be done to slide the cab on a 1840. Only catch is, the engine has to have the ability to run or for the hyd pump to work, since the loader arms have to be up to tip the cab. MUCH easier to work on. Can get right at the fuel/oil filters and most everything else. No reaching from under the radiator or squeezing your arm and hand down between the frame and motor.