How to find parts for a old engine

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  1. Coffey

    Coffey Heavy Load Member

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    How do you all with older engines go about finding part for them
     
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    I go to the dealer
     
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    That simple huh
     
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    Pretty much. 41 year old CAT. I can pretty much get anything I need in under a week.
     
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    Thanks that's good to know
    Btw what model would that be?
     
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    Some parts are a little hard to find but so far everything I've needed below the head has been available.
     
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    Nice hopefully it stays that way
    Is it hard to find someone that can work on it or do you do everything yourself
     
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    I do it myself. Its all nuts and bolts.
     
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    Get a lathe and a cnc machine. Yes I'm kidding. It would be cool.
     
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    What engine are you thinking about?
     
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