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  1. 2003cat242

    Joystick buttons on 2003 Caterpillar model 242

    Thank you so much. I will start with checking the pin placement and then go from there. I noticed the joystick handle with the roller cost less, that is why I asked.
  2. 2003cat242

    Joystick buttons on 2003 Caterpillar model 242

    Nige, I have the style on the right. I thought I had the problem sorted but then the joy stick toggle button began to fail. Now it has stopped working all together. I took it apart and it has a circuit board inside. So I put it back together and took it to my local Caterpillar parts counter...
  3. 2003cat242

    2003 Caterpillar model 242 CMB01551 - hydraulic surge

    I recently purchased a used Caterpillar model 242 skid steer with about 2100 hours. I have been running the machine and it has been working well. I give many thanks to those who have helped me so much already on this forum. I have posted a few times and all the assistance has been excellent...
  4. 2003cat242

    Pilot control / Joysitck / Caterpillar 242 Skid Steer

    ThreeCW I can't thank you enough, the links opened and took me right to the information. I have been trying to learn how to navigate the different CAT web sites for a little while now but the links took me right to the parts with exploded view and pricing information. Thanks again! I am...
  5. 2003cat242

    Caterpillar Model 242 question *novel*

    Thank you very much Nige that is the exact information I was looking for!
  6. 2003cat242

    Caterpillar Model 242 question *novel*

    I recently purchased my first skid steer, a Caterpillar model 242. I have tried to learn as much as possible before my purchase and have learned a great deal from this forum. Thank you so much to all who contribute their valuable time and knowledge to those of us who are new to this world...
  7. 2003cat242

    Pilot control / Joysitck / Caterpillar 242 Skid Steer

    Hello all, I am in the process of doing research on my 2003 Cat 242. I have two leaking pilot control valves. I am looking for information on how to rebuild these valves. I would specifically like to know part numbers for the spool valves and how many are needed. According to my research...
  8. 2003cat242

    Joystick buttons on 2003 Caterpillar model 242

    Chrisso, no electrical connection on this mower just the two hydraulic line from the work tool attachment to the hydraulic motor. Thank you for the input, that is a good thought. I have been able to get the work tool to function on a limited basis since my first post. I think I have a bad...
  9. 2003cat242

    Joystick buttons on 2003 Caterpillar model 242

    Mine is more like the example in the left picture. I do not have a thumb roller. I think I have located the source of my problem. I believe I have a bad relay. The left button on the right joystick will activate the hydraulics on the work tool but only keeps the work tool running when the...
  10. 2003cat242

    Joystick buttons on 2003 Caterpillar model 242

    Nige, thank you very much for your reply. I have that manual and have read it. The manual has great diagrams and descriptions but I failed to find information on what buttons need to be pressed and in what order to activate the work tool hydraulics to run the mower.
  11. 2003cat242

    Joystick buttons on 2003 Caterpillar model 242

    I have a 2003 Caterpillar model 242. Serial number CMB01551 with a non turbo perkins motor, single speed, single flow. I recently purchased the machine and it is my first skid steer. I some service manuals and have been having fun tinkering on it. This past weekend I purchased a Paladin...
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