Need Cat 933 bucket tooth adapter 2K4680

[Dweitzel]

Snapped a tooth off my bucket of my Cat 933F today. The serial number is 42A342 and I believe I have the standard bucket IK8358. I have a picture of the snapped part, but can"t seem to place it here in the question. Anybody know if this part is still available from Cat or perhaps a bone yard that I could try to source the part from? Thanks.
 

[NCWayne]

Give the guys at off road a call. They carry NOS CAT parts, aftermarket parts, etc, etc. I've bought alot of parts for the older equipment from them over the past few years with really good luck.
Offroad Equipment

 

[Dweitzel]

Thought I'd try to upload a picture. Do you think this can be welded?

Thanks Wayne, I'll check with them.


 

[Stick welding]

It should be weldable. Preheat it a bit and use 7018 after beveling for full penetration.
 

[NCWayne]

I'm sure using the proper rod, etc, etc, etc it could be welded back together. That said I've seen alot of people try over the years and it never lasts. Your best bet might be to simply get the dimensions off the shank, do a Google search for the different mfgs, and find a replacement that way, instead of trying to do it with an old CAT part number.
 

[NCWayne]

You might give these folks a try too. Good luck.
Romac

 

[Dweitzel]

Striking out. Original part number is 2K4680 and had Cat dealer give me the updated part number which is 4K1690 but no one seems to have it. I still have 2 leads. Ohio Valley Cat is still looking for used parts.

I removed the broken part from the bucket today and found a SECOND broken tooth adapter that has probably been broken for some time. Guess I just strained the first one at the wrong point. Guess I'm looking for TWO adapters now, OR looking for a really good welding shop :(

On a side note the 3 or so dealers that advertise a 933F dismantled on their websites WON'T remove the teeth from their for sale bucket. Nice.

Just thinking out loud.