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by Daver
Tue Mar 06, 2018 6:44 pm
Forum: Loaders/Backhoes
Topic: 1987 JCB 3CX 1550B Please help ID items in cab photos
Replies: 6
Views: 6068
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Re: 1987 JCB 3CX 1550B Please help ID items in cab photos

Thank you for the information, Robert.

I guess I won't worry about the brake setup in the toolbox. I think the fuel/heat system is working correctly, I just didn't know how to use it. I will try your instructions for starting.

Thanks again for your help.
by Daver
Tue Mar 06, 2018 1:30 am
Forum: Loaders/Backhoes
Topic: 1987 JCB 3CX 1550B Please help ID items in cab photos
Replies: 6
Views: 6068
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1987 JCB 3CX 1550B Please help ID items in cab photos

Hello JCB Noob here, I am trying to identify the handles, buttons, and levers found in the photos of the cab of my 1987 1550B (3CX, I think). Example, are both of these parking brakes? Please help if you can. Also, I have a question/concern about starting the engine. How long should the key be left ...
by Daver
Tue Mar 06, 2018 1:03 am
Forum: Loaders/Backhoes
Topic: JCB 1550B Unknown Year Hydraulic Fluid
Replies: 4
Views: 3563
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Re: 1987 (?) JCB 1550B 3CX Hydraulic Fluid

Hi Essexpete. Thank you for the information.

From the searching I have done, I think you are correct in the 1550B being similar to the 3CX. I am going to start a new post with some pics in the hope that the community may be able to help identify some of the items I cannot.

Thanks again, Dave
by Daver
Mon Mar 05, 2018 12:03 am
Forum: Loaders/Backhoes
Topic: JCB 1550B Unknown Year Hydraulic Fluid
Replies: 4
Views: 3563
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JCB 1550B Unknown Year Hydraulic Fluid

Hello, I have just purchased an old (mid-late 80's I am told) JCB 1550B. Although the hydraulics seem to work OK, except for a leaky stabilizer cylinder, the sight glass for fluid level appears to be dry. Could someone please tell me how the machine rams should be positioned to correctly check the f...

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