Steel shim plate 0.7 mm 162/02505 JCB, aftermarket

For the JCB machines: steel shim plate 0.7 mm 162/02505, an aftermarket part. According to the product card, this part is a steel shim plate, size 0.7 mm.

In telescopic stabilisers and telescopic booms, the inner section slides inside the outer one on wear pads (slides). Plastic or textolite pads prevent metal-to-metal contact, take up the clearance between the sections and make the movement smooth and quiet. When the pads wear, the leg or boom becomes loose in its housing, the machine rocks while digging and the metal surfaces start to wear each other. When the pads are changed, scores and burrs on the inner section are removed too, as a rough surface soon wears out new pads. All the pads in a set are chosen in the same material, so that they wear evenly. Spare pads are stored in a dry place out of direct sunlight, as plastics can harden with age.

Specifications

Compatibility

According to the product card, the part number is 162/02505. Fit is confirmed by the part number and the machine serial number. The catalogue also has the genuine version of this part. Other parts are in Front loader arm.

Fitting

Before working on a stabiliser, park the machine on level ground, lower the legs to touch the ground, release the pressure and make the machine safe. After fitting the part, extend and retract the legs fully a few times, check the clearance and friction, and grease the slides and pins.