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Evaluating the Durability of Used Hydraulic Pumps in Excavators
Hydraulic pumps are the heart of an excavator’s operational system, driving critical functions like boom movement, arm articulation, and...

RALPH COPE
Sep 236 min read


Understanding OEM Standards for Excavator Parts
In the demanding field of heavy machinery, excavators are vital for construction, mining, and infrastructure projects. These machines...

RALPH COPE
Sep 225 min read


From Junkyard to Jackpot: Success Stories of Rebuilt Excavators
Ever looked at a rusty, battle-scarred 30-tonne excavator and thought, “That’s one step away from the scrapheap”? Think again! At Vikfin,...

RALPH COPE
Sep 206 min read


Excavator Fails: Hilarious Mishaps and How to Avoid Them
Ever watched an excavator throw a tantrum that could rival a toddler in a candy store? At Vikfin, we’ve stripped enough 20- and 30-tonne...

RALPH COPE
Sep 206 min read


Budget Builds: Reviving a 20-Tonne Excavator on a Shoestring
Think you need a gold mine to revive a tired 20-tonne excavator? Think again! At Vikfin, we’re the budget wizards of heavy machinery,...

RALPH COPE
Sep 205 min read


The Hidden Treasures in Old Excavators: Parts You Didn’t Know You Needed
Ever wonder what secrets lie beneath the rusty armor of a 30-tonne excavator? At Vikfin, we’re like treasure hunters in a South African...

RALPH COPE
Sep 206 min read


The Evolution of Excavators: From Dinosaurs to Modern Marvels (With a Dash of Humor)
Strap on your hard hat and buckle up for a wild ride through the ages of excavators! These mechanical beasts have come a long way from...

RALPH COPE
Sep 195 min read


Top 10 Signs Your Excavator Needs a Spa Day (And Parts from Vikfin)
Is your 20- or 30-tonne excavator acting like it’s had one too many late nights at the quarry? At Vikfin, we strip these mechanical...

RALPH COPE
Sep 196 min read


Why Your Excavator is Like a Grumpy Old Uncle: Maintenance Tips with a Twist
Picture this: your 30-tonne excavator is parked on the job site, creaking and groaning like your Uncle Bob after one too many helpings at...

RALPH COPE
Sep 186 min read


The Excavator Autopsy: Dissecting a 30-Tonne Titan and Unearthing Buried Treasures
Ah, the mighty excavator – that colossal, earth-chomping behemoth that's the backbone of construction sites worldwide. But what happens...

RALPH COPE
Sep 186 min read


The Role of Counterweights in Excavator Stability
Excavators are beasts of balance. On one side, you’ve got a boom, stick, and bucket stretching out to move tons of earth, rock, or...

RALPH COPE
Sep 55 min read


Excavator Attachments: How Wrong Pairing Can Kill Your Machine
Excavators are incredible machines on their own, but what makes them truly versatile are attachments. Buckets, hammers, grapples,...

RALPH COPE
Sep 54 min read


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 45 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 44 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 35 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 35 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 35 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 25 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 25 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 25 min read
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