3CX, 4CX
The sideshift clamp bolt is the key component that physically locks the rear arm's sideshift carriage. If your machine is experiencing a "drifting" arm that doesn't hold its position, accompanied by loud clunking during sideways movements, a common cause is a cracked or worn bolt. This is not a standard bolt – it's a specialized component that withstands enormous forces, and its failure can lead to uncontrolled arm movement and damage to much more expensive components.
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High Shear Strength
Safety under maximum load
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Perfect Fit
No play and stable operation
Eliminates uncontrolled sideways movement of the arm, allowing for precise and safe earthmoving operations.
A proper mounting prevents wear on the holes in the sideshift frame and protects the clamp rams from damage.
Using a dedicated bolt with the correct hardness is a guarantee that the connection will not fail at the least expected moment.
For 100% safety and reliability, the sideshift clamp bolt should always be installed with a new, dedicated nut (No. 826/00820).
Answer: Absolutely not. Standard bolts do not have the required shear strength and will fail under load, leading to a serious failure.
Question: How tight should I torque this bolt?Answer: The bolt should be torqued to the specification in the JCB service manual. Over- or under-tightening can lead to damage.
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