Your excavator’s track carries the load day in, day out. When it goes bad, you feel it in every move. Downtime soars. Repair bills rise. You need to catch issues early. Fulian Machinery has over two decades of experience in undercarriage solutions. We know the signs to watch for and how to fix them before they derail your job.
Start with visual checks. Look at the track sag. Too much slack? The track is stretched. Too tight? It strains rollers and sprockets. Both extremes shorten part life. Measure sag according to OEM specs. If it’s beyond limits, plan a replacement.
Next, inspect track shoes. Missing or broken grousers cut traction. They damage worksite surfaces. They also stress the final drive. Worn shoes mean more fuel use and rougher rides. Replace damaged shoes early to avoid a chain reaction of wear.
Listen for odd noises. Clanking or grinding under the undercarriage hints at loose parts or misaligned tracks. Squeaks or squeals point to dry or damaged roller bearings. Noisy tracks slow you down and signal deeper issues.
Feel the vibration. Excess jitter on flat ground means uneven wear. Bad rollers, idlers, or track links are usually the culprits. Drive on a smooth surface at low speed. Note any shaking. Excessive vibration means it’s time for a full undercarriage check.
Check the rollers and idlers. Look for flat spots, oil leaks, or wobble. A leaking roller seal lets dirt in. This grinds down the bushing. A loose idler tosses the track off line. Fulian’s rollers and idlers use precision seals and forged steel. We prevent these failures before they start.
Inspect the sprockets. Worn teeth look hooked or pointed. This creates poor chain engagement. It leads to slippage and uneven wear. Measure tooth dimensions against OEM data. If they don’t match, replace them.
Examine the track chain. Push and pull each link side to side. Side play means stretched pins and bushings. That increases the risk of derailment. A stretched chain damages other parts fast. Fulian trains you to spot chain wear and offers replacement options that fit exactly.
Don’t forget the drive motor seals. Leaks here can contaminate the track system. Check around final drives. Oil drips mean seal failure. Clean and repair seals to prevent track buildup of grime and premature wear.
A bad track shows itself in multiple ways. It never hides all its symptoms at once. Stay alert. Inspect daily. Track minor issues before they become major headaches.
Fulian Machinery delivers OEM-quality undercarriage parts worldwide. We back our products with fast shipping and expert support. Keep your excavator moving strong and efficient.
Ready to replace a failing track? Contact Fulian today for quotes, guidance, and reliable parts. Stop small problems from stopping your work.
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