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Part Numbers JCB 3C 3D MK 2 & 3 Filters

Last post by sergi12 « Mon Sep 14, 2020 3:30 pm
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by Mark.Rive » Wed Sep 05, 2012 9:37 pm

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Okay Guys, I'm always getting asked for these so here goes. All the numbers are original JCB Part Numbers from original JCB Manuals. Some may have...

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thanks good job :brravo:

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Mon Sep 14, 2020 3:30 pm
JCB 3/3C/3D timeline

Last post by Martyn Henley « Sat Jul 16, 2011 3:46 pm
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by Martyn Henley » Wed Jul 13, 2011 4:37 pm

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Due to requests for a time line for the JCB 3 series i thought i would give this a go, many thanks to JCB, Michael Irwin and few others for...

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:wave:

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Sat Jul 16, 2011 3:46 pm
Working JCB 3

Last post by Jeremy Rowland « Fri Apr 10, 2026 6:49 pm
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by smithhymac » Sun Jan 01, 2012 7:11 pm

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A few pictures of another working classic in my fleet, doesn't owe me a penny!

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Nice one Morgan :thumbup: starting to slowly but surely get there.

Jeremy
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Fri Apr 10, 2026 6:49 pm
4D engine

Last post by Billy26F5 « Thu Apr 09, 2026 8:19 pm
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by mechman » Sun Jun 29, 2014 6:53 pm

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Hi all, mechman here :D
Need help please read my post on cranes :dizzy:
Any help appreciated
Norm

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I know it's a while but did you get a serial number for either engine? It would help a lot on identification. Regarding sumps there were only two for...

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Thu Apr 09, 2026 8:19 pm
JCB 3C2 1978, King post, slew rams

Last post by Billy26F5 « Tue Mar 31, 2026 3:47 pm
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by Proren46 » Thu Mar 26, 2026 10:18 am

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Good morning everyone,
I'm new to the group, I have a 1978 3C2, which I purchased in 1992 from a farmer who bought it from a public works company, so...

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Should actually be better. A new engine has issues that only smooth out after running in, some 200 hours or so. The steering strainer only needs...

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Tue Mar 31, 2026 3:47 pm
My JCB 1400B troubles. Leaky, shaven metal ... troubles

Last post by essexpete « Tue Mar 24, 2026 12:33 pm
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by BubbaGump » Tue Jun 17, 2025 6:45 am

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TLDR : After troubleshooting a very leaky relief valve and solving that issue, I have leaks around basically all of my spool valves. These seals...

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I am no hydraulic expert but I think the most like source of metal will be from a pump that has cavitated for some time. The problem will be clearing...
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Tue Mar 24, 2026 12:33 pm
3CX grey cab lots of leaks

Last post by suprab95 « Tue Mar 24, 2026 10:34 am
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by suprab95 » Thu Mar 19, 2026 11:52 pm

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Hi All,
I have what I think is a grey cab 1988 ish machine , serial number is 3CX-4/340510/P.. it rarely gets used to be honest as it just breaks...

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Thank you, that sounds like good advice and I’ll get some replacement parts.. and it might make sense as definitely something strange going on seen...

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Tue Mar 24, 2026 10:34 am
JCB 3c Mk2 clutch

Last post by Billy26F5 « Wed Jan 07, 2026 12:25 am
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by Revon » Fri Dec 05, 2025 3:44 pm

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Hi all, got a JCB mk2 with failed clutch, release levers all torn up. I've ordered the complete clutch kit from Vicary which has the 4 paddle clutch...

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Looks like you've been lucky, definitely important to do if a clutch is taken apart.
Sandy

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Wed Jan 07, 2026 12:25 am
Rear oil seal 3c11

Last post by Matchless?58 « Tue Dec 30, 2025 11:31 pm
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by Matchless?58 » Tue Dec 30, 2025 9:36 pm

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Hi I'm just doing a bit of homework before tackling the rear crankcase oil seal on my 3c11.
Looking at the jcb manual it just says ' remove clutch...

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Thanks Sandy.
Can't say I haven't been warned!
Cheers Chris

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Tue Dec 30, 2025 11:31 pm
JCB 3C cab glass

Last post by Billy26F5 « Sat Dec 27, 2025 11:05 pm
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by Tillywolves » Sat Dec 27, 2025 2:04 pm

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Found a seller on Ebay, offering some cab glass. Only states its for a 3C, and the seller isnt back til the new year.

My 3Cmk3 has never had the...

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The two frames are different, the 3CII one is 927/10700, changing to 927/10800 from serial 102767 (interchangeable only as an assembly on 3CII's),...

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Sat Dec 27, 2025 11:05 pm
3cx front bucket tipping seals

Last post by essexpete « Wed Dec 10, 2025 6:10 pm
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by Pat_r_irl » Mon Oct 09, 2023 5:07 pm

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Hi all
so the front bucket tipping ram on the 1987 3cx 4wd has now given up. she's dripping everywhere, hence the bucket. I'm wondering should I...

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At least the crowd rams are not stupid heavy!
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Wed Dec 10, 2025 6:10 pm
JCB 3C wheels not turning well, please help!

Last post by mechman « Sun Nov 30, 2025 10:08 am
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by JChrisB » Thu Nov 13, 2025 3:34 pm

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Hello everyone, I am in need of a little advice from some experts.

I have had my digger for about 5 years and dont use it that often. The...

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Hi Chris.
What's the latest on the the JCB? Interested.
Norm.
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Sun Nov 30, 2025 10:08 am
JCB 3CX Black Cab

Last post by hair bear « Wed Nov 26, 2025 9:52 pm
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by PeteMally » Tue Nov 25, 2025 11:25 am

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Does anyone have any experience with DVLA in changing the taxation class of a qualifying 40 yr old 3CX to Historic Vehicle?

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The way I see it, if you're not directly involved in ag, it doesn't cost that much more to run on white and if for any reason you do get dipped...

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Wed Nov 26, 2025 9:52 pm
JCB 3C pronounced dead, what to do with the carcass?

Last post by mechman « Sun Nov 23, 2025 11:46 pm
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by JChrisB » Sun Nov 23, 2025 7:57 pm

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I have decided that my old JCB 3C is no longer worth saving and I want to see if I can recoup some of my losses. There must be over £1000 of scrap...

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Chris.
Give Simon a call at Vicary Plant. They collected ours, but the engine was good.
Norm.

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Sun Nov 23, 2025 11:46 pm
MF 50H backhoe control system malfunction.

Last post by gecko.cx « Mon Oct 27, 2025 12:50 pm
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by ivanbratanov1234 » Fri Oct 24, 2025 10:07 am

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Hello! I have a MF 50H year 1992 which has a problem with the backhoe system - one of the hyrdaulic cylinders retracts but does not extend. I pointed...

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I'd like to ask to provide me those wiring diagrams

Have you checked the Downloads Section? There is a Wiring Diagram and Operators Manual for the...

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Mon Oct 27, 2025 12:50 pm
JCB 3cx white ish cab.

Last post by agrimax « Fri Oct 24, 2025 11:08 pm
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by mechman » Thu Oct 23, 2025 1:05 pm

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Hi all.
Is there a transmission oil filter on my 3CX? ( if so where is it located) Is it a total oil loss when it's changed? I ask because i have to...

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No external filter on the Perkins engine models with the Borg Warner/Spicer transmission. There is a suction gauze inside the square sump with drain...

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Fri Oct 24, 2025 11:08 pm
JCB 3cii front tyre

Last post by Billy26F5 « Thu Oct 23, 2025 12:20 pm
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by Graemewhite » Mon Jul 28, 2025 4:47 pm

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Afternoon all,

I am after a bit of help with my JCB 3cii. One of the front tyres has a slowish puncture, it will take a couple hours to deflate. I...

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I belive those are actually unchanged from the 3CII ones, even the colour is right. The 4wd ones are totally different.
Sandy
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Thu Oct 23, 2025 12:20 pm
Anything Whitlock ( Diggers, dump trucks, cranes et al )

Last post by Billy26F5 « Tue Oct 21, 2025 10:47 pm
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by XS650 » Fri May 15, 2009 2:07 pm

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Very modern looking 1960's 303 which appears to have full side shift
whit 303.JPG

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Not clear to me either. Nice find, if only a bit neglected.
Sandy
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Tue Oct 21, 2025 10:47 pm
Fuel Tank for 2003 JCB 214

Last post by essexpete « Tue Sep 30, 2025 5:38 pm
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by Jerzy » Mon Sep 29, 2025 11:02 pm

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I have a 2003 JCB 214 backhoe and the fuel tank is rusted through on the bottom and is leaking gas. I'm located in NJ does anyone has any suggestions...

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You need someone to cross reference your model with the UK spec machines then you might source one from the UK (Vicary Plant might help). I suppose...

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Tue Sep 30, 2025 5:38 pm
Understanding your addiction

Last post by whhh45 « Fri Sep 12, 2025 9:50 am
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by hair bear » Wed Aug 09, 2023 11:34 pm

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My hobby history in one picture...
Always interested in tractors, plant, trucks and trains. Why?

This is my dad with his digger, in County's...

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I grew up around plant too. My uncle’s JCB 3CIII was the first thing I ever drove, and winter work meant a fogged cab, window cracked, and an itchy...

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Fri Sep 12, 2025 9:50 am
Jcb black cab 3cx engine oil level rising .

Last post by agrimax « Mon Sep 08, 2025 12:56 am
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by leeflude » Sun Sep 07, 2025 11:45 am

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Hi all just wondering if anyone else has encountered this problem before?
I have a uk d registered jcb 3cx believe it's a black cab .
I have an issue...

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Your steering pump will be the culprit. Mounted on the front right side of the engine. Vicary Plant(eg) will supply a seal kit for around £10 but you...

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Mon Sep 08, 2025 12:56 am
New to me 1987 JCB 3CX hydroclamp question

Last post by mechman « Tue Aug 26, 2025 4:59 pm
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by bongodrummer » Sun Jul 28, 2019 4:16 pm

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HI guys,
New member here, I really appreciate all the knowledge on here, already leaned so much :claphands: I have a new to me 1987 3cx that I am...

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Hi all.
I have the same issue with my 84 3CX looking forward to a solution.
Norm.

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Tue Aug 26, 2025 4:59 pm
3cx carriage sideshift seals

Last post by 2JZATJ « Tue Aug 26, 2025 1:25 pm
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by Pat_r_irl » Fri Aug 11, 2023 5:40 pm

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Hi all
Our 1987 3CX-4 decided to spring a leak out of the hydraulic locks for the side shift (I'm not sure if this is the right term!). So I ordered...

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In the process of gearing up to tackle this myself, thanks for the insight into whats involved I've got the same issues as original post, leaking...

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Tue Aug 26, 2025 1:25 pm
JCB 2CX

Last post by IBH « Fri Aug 22, 2025 3:10 pm
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by IBH » Fri Mar 28, 2008 3:09 pm

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URL of the original image:

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A 2012 build JCB 2CX Streetmaster belonging to Clee Hill plant, which appeared to be in very gone condition for a 12/13 year-old machine. 2012 2CXSM...

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Fri Aug 22, 2025 3:10 pm
Spacer Above the Bearing Cage Missing

Last post by Billy26F5 « Wed Aug 06, 2025 7:12 am
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by Savoy John » Sat Jul 26, 2025 11:18 pm

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Hey Guys,
Hoping someone can give me the dimensions (especially the thickness) for spacer numbered 20 on the exploded view above the bearing cage...

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That has typical Hamworthy id plates. JCB did work with them in developing things like two lever valve blocks for back actors and other similar...
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