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The Undercarriage Money Pit: How to Stretch 12 000+ Hours Out of Tracks & Rollers Without Spending R400 000+ Every Time
Howzit, undercarriage warriors. Ralph in Benoni and Justin in Cato Ridge here. Between us we’ve measured more than 1 200 sets of 20–45 tonne undercarriages in the last eight years, and we’ve got bad news and good news. Bad news: the average South African 40-tonner is throwing away R800 000–R1.4 million on undercarriage every 6 000–8 000 hours because of lazy habits and dealer scare tactics. Good news: the top 10 % of operators in this country are getting 11 000–15 000+ hours
RALPH COPE
Dec 1, 20255 min read
Volvo, Hitachi, or Komatsu? Matching the Right Used Parts to the Right Machine
Ever tried to fit a Komatsu final drive on a Volvo excavator? It’s like trying to install a Toyota Hilux gearbox into a Land Rover...
RALPH COPE
Jul 18, 20255 min read
Client Spotlight: How One Construction Company Saved R250K with Vikfin Parts
Real Machines. Real Money. No Corporate BS. They say the proof is in the pudding. At Vikfin, we say the proof is in the part—and the...
RALPH COPE
Jul 15, 20254 min read
OEM vs Aftermarket Excavator Parts: What Every Operator Needs to Know
When it comes to excavator maintenance, one of the most important decisions operators face is whether to go with OEM (Original Equipment...
RALPH COPE
May 1, 20255 min read
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