PIN, CLEVIS

295 002 80 PIN, CLEVIS is essentially a pivot point, holding two pieces of steel together while letting them articulate. Think about where your hydraulic cylinders mount, or any linkage on the boom or feed system – this pin is what takes the shear load, allowing movement without things just falling apart. It's a simple part, but it's critical for keeping things connected and moving as they should, whether it's a cylinder pushing or pulling, or just a structural pivot.

When these pins start to go, you'll usually notice some slop or play in the joint. That little bit of movement can quickly turn into a lot of wear, not just on the pin itself but on the bores it sits in. You might hear a knocking sound, especially under load, or feel excessive vibration in that area. If it's on a cylinder mount, for example, that extra play can lead to misalignment, putting undue stress on the cylinder rod and seals, or even causing the whole assembly to bind up. It's a chain reaction of wear once that clearance gets too big.

When you're replacing one of these, always check the bores it rides in. If they're egg-shaped or worn oversized, a new pin won't last long at all, and you'll be back doing the job again soon. Don't forget to grease it properly too, assuming it's a greasable point. Sometimes folks just slap a new one in and forget the grease, which just speeds up the wear cycle. A little bit of attention to the surrounding components goes a long way here.