top of page
Getting You Back to Work Fast
USED EXCAVATOR PARTS
We will BEAT the price on ANY used OEM 20/30/40 tonne Excavator part (subject to availability)


Excavator Filters: The Unsung Heroes of Machine Longevity
When people think about keeping an excavator running, the big stuff usually comes to mind: engines, final drives, hydraulic pumps, or...

RALPH COPE
Sep 4, 20255 min read


Excavator Electrical Systems: Small Wires, Big Problems
When people think of excavators, they usually picture raw hydraulic power, heavy steel, and giant diesel engines. But there’s another...

RALPH COPE
Sep 4, 20254 min read


Boom and Stick Stress: The Physics of Heavy Lifting in Excavators
Excavators are engineering marvels. They rip through rock, lift enormous loads, and stretch their arms into trenches as if they were made...

RALPH COPE
Sep 3, 20255 min read


Swing Motors and Swing Bearings: Keeping Your Upper Carriage Turning Smoothly
Excavators are built to dig, lift, and shift. But none of that would be possible without one often-overlooked system: the swing...

RALPH COPE
Sep 3, 20255 min read


Cooling Systems in Excavators: Why Overheating Is More Than Just a Hot Day
Excavators are built to move mountains, but even the toughest machine can be brought to its knees by one invisible enemy: heat. When an...

RALPH COPE
Sep 3, 20255 min read


The Brain of the Beast: Understanding Excavator Control Systems
When you look at an excavator, it’s easy to get caught up in the obvious: the giant boom, the roaring diesel engine, the steel tracks...

RALPH COPE
Sep 2, 20255 min read


Undercarriage Wear Patterns: What Your Tracks Are Trying to Tell You
When it comes to excavators, the undercarriage is where the rubber (or steel) meets the dirt. Literally. It’s also where up to 50% of...

RALPH COPE
Sep 2, 20255 min read


Hydraulic Oil Contamination: The Silent Killer of Excavators
Hydraulics are the beating heart of every excavator. Without hydraulic pressure, your 30-ton machine is nothing more than an oversized...

RALPH COPE
Sep 2, 20255 min read


OEM vs Aftermarket Excavator Parts: Why Quality Matters for Heavy Equipment Performance
When an excavator breaks down, every minute matters. In industries like construction, mining, and infrastructure development, downtime...

RALPH COPE
Aug 26, 20256 min read


Boil Alert: How Excavator Cooling Systems Keep Your Machine From Self-Destructing
Excavators are built to move earth, crush rock, and work harder than most of us on a Monday morning. But if there’s one thing they...

RALPH COPE
Aug 21, 20254 min read


The Final Word on Final Drives: Why Your Excavator Can’t Move Without Them
You can have the biggest bucket, the toughest boom, and an engine that roars like a lion… but without a working final drive , your...

RALPH COPE
Aug 21, 20255 min read


10 Early Warning Signs Your Excavator’s Hydraulic System Needs Attention — Before It Costs You a Fortune
When your excavator’s hydraulic system goes down, it’s not just a minor hiccup — it’s a productivity killer. Every hour your machine is...

RALPH COPE
Aug 8, 20255 min read


Volvo D6D vs. D6E Engines: What’s the Real Difference?
When it comes to excavator performance and reliability, the heart of the machine—its engine—makes all the difference. And if you’re...

RALPH COPE
Jul 21, 20255 min read


Perkins Engines: The Power Behind Earthmoving Machines
In the world of heavy equipment, engine choice is critical. An engine isn’t just a chunk of metal bolted inside a machine—it’s the...

RALPH COPE
Jun 11, 20254 min read


Signs Your Excavator Part Is About to Fail — and How to Find the Right Replacement Fast
When you’re running heavy machinery like an excavator, downtime isn't just an inconvenience — it’s a direct hit to your bottom line. A...

RALPH COPE
May 2, 20255 min read


Inside the Journey of a Used Excavator Part: From Salvage to Reliable Workhorse
At Vikfin, we understand the heart and soul of every excavation machine. These massive machines power construction projects, mining...

RALPH COPE
May 1, 20256 min read


How to Identify a Failing Excavator Part Before It Costs You Thousands
When your excavator is the backbone of your operation, every breakdown equals downtime—and downtime costs money. One unexpected part...

RALPH COPE
Apr 24, 20253 min read


Inside Vikfin: A Day in the Life of South Africa’s Leading Used Excavator Parts Supplier
At Vikfin, we understand that when your excavator is down, time is money. Our mission is simple: to keep your machinery moving with...

RALPH COPE
Apr 23, 20255 min read


Why Buying Used OEM Excavator Parts from Vikfin Is a Smarter Choice Than Aftermarket Alternatives
In the heavy machinery world, especially when it comes to excavators, every component plays a critical role. When a part fails, downtime...

RALPH COPE
Apr 22, 20254 min read


Can You Swap a Dipper Arm Between Excavator Brands? Vikfin Has the Answers (and the Parts!)
Thinking about mixing and matching excavator parts to keep your machine running without breaking the bank? Maybe you’ve got a spare...

RALPH COPE
Apr 7, 20254 min read
bottom of page




