http://www.crankmycat.com Get Your Crank On Fri, 14 Jan 2011 13:47:00 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Caterpillar's D353, is generally considered by most people to be the toughest, most durable, all-around engine CAT ever made.  Originally introduced in the 1950's, this engine is a true classic.  It's not uncommon to hear the old-timers saying of the D353 "They'll run forever".  Here's another overhaul brought to you ... http://www.crankmycat.com/2010/10/11/showcase-cat-d353-complete-overhaul-for-sale/ Pictured below is a Caterpillar 3412b, rated 475 hp @ 1200 rpm.  It was built in 2009 by Kenny with IPD parts, including pistons, rings, rod and main bearing, valves and springs and seal kit.  The radiator core is new.  (Cat dealership people call it a "level 9 overhaul", whatever that ... http://www.crankmycat.com/2010/10/08/showcase-cat-3412b-slow-speed-for-sale/ Along with our Forums page, the Crank My Cat fan page on Facebook is gaining steam.  We need more CAT people!  Whether you crank a CAT, own a CAT or just bleed Caterpillar yellow, join the CMC team and show off that Caterpillar spirit!  Go Team CAT and remember, if ... http://www.crankmycat.com/2010/09/21/crank-my-cat-on-facebook/ After quite some time of attempting to blend the Caterpillar world with one side of politics, we are now retiring the political part.  The political world is what it is and will never change.  Quite frankly, it's too depressing and I'd rather beat my thumbs with a 3 pound shop ... http://www.crankmycat.com/2010/08/26/were-shifting-gears/ On the 12th day of Christmas, my ex-wife gave to me!: 12 Drug test 11 Affidavits 1000 Go to hell looks 9 Credit card bills 8 Pissed off lawyers 7 Social workers 6 Restraining orders 5 Private I.'s!!! 4 Perfect kids 3 Law suits 2 Packs of lies And demand for alimony! Merry Christmas everyone!!! http://www.crankmycat.com/2009/12/05/12-days-of-christmas-in-modern-america/ Please go to WirelessAMBERalerts.org and sign up for this.  This the first Amber Alert I have received since giving them my number several months ago.  "AMBERALERT: Andrews, TX VEH: 93 Whi Niss Max TAG: TX KWF247 or KBK966 CHILD: 9M W/M Eyes: Bro Hair: Bro SUSP: 28Y W/M 5FT6 185LBS ... http://www.crankmycat.com/2009/07/15/amber-alert-andrews-tx/ In this clip, the kids show off their deer. They then give a plug for CrankMyCat in this hillarious deer hunting video. http://www.crankmycat.com/2009/03/11/kids-plug-for-cmc/ Find out all about Lori Darlin' here. She is the most wanted hardhat sticker in the oilfield. Everybody loves Lori Darlin'. :D http://www.crankmycat.com/2009/02/27/introducing-lori-darlin/ Check out our "forums" section.  We cranked on it a little bit, making it easier to navigate through.  Our goal is to create a place where Caterpillar enthusiasts can ask others question, post Caterpillar equipment related items you need or may have for sale, tell your stories, etc.  Whether you ... http://www.crankmycat.com/2009/02/23/forums-facelift/ January 17, 2009 - 10 A.M. Preview January 16, 10 A.M. 'til 5 P.M. 12309 County Road 129 W., Odessa, TX  79765 (Midland County for Mapquest.com directions) Hanway Auctioneers (877) 461-9992 or (432) 561-9992, Ron Hanway, TX Auc. Lic. #7753 See our ads in Oiltizer, Tradequip, Thrifty Nickel, Odessa American and Midland Reporter Telegram Food ... http://www.crankmycat.com/2009/01/09/auction/