Backhoe carriage 292-3274 CAT, aftermarket

For the Caterpillar backhoe loaders: backhoe carriage 292-3274, an aftermarket part. According to the product card, this part is a backhoe carriage.

Carriages vary by machine model, sideshift system and production period, and even models of one make have different mounting dimensions. The carriage is chosen by part number and assessed together with the swing tower pins, clamp cylinders and slide pads. When the carriage is replaced, the slide pads and clamp shoes are renewed too. The carriage slide pads and clamp shoes are checked during routine servicing, and the rail grease passages are kept clear, as dry rails wear the pads quickly.

Specifications

Compatibility

According to the product card, the part number is 292-3274. Fit is confirmed by the part number and the machine serial number. Other parts are in Backhoe arm.

Fitting

Large structural parts are fitted with suitable lifting equipment, with the machine made safe and the attachments lowered to the ground. Pins and bushes are cleaned and greased, and bolts tightened to the specified torque. After assembly the movement is tried slowly through its full travel to check that nothing binds.