Dingo Power

These machines end up doing a lot more than most people originally bought them for.

Pallets, concrete, logs, trailers, retaining wall block, engines, feed, landscaping material — if it fits in the attachment, somebody has probably lifted it with a Dingo.

In this video, we put a Dingo to work and ask the question:
What’s the heaviest, weirdest, or most useful thing you lifted with yours today?

One of the biggest advantages of these machines is how often they replace backbreaking labor in tight spaces where larger equipment won’t fit.

Drop your answer in the comments.

When someone who’s spent serious time around Dingos jumps into a TX1000 Turbo for the first time, you pay attention to the reaction.

In this video, Leo the Dingo Man puts the TX1000 Turbo to work and gives his honest take on:

Power and hydraulic response
Ground speed and machine feel
Loader performance under load
Differences compared to older Dingo models
What stands out immediately from the operator platform

Some upgrades you notice on paper. Others you notice the second you grab the controls.

Watch Leo put the Turbo through its paces and see what he thinks of the machine.

Toro Dingo TX1000 – Lift Cylinder Teardown & Rebuild

Weak lifting power, hydraulic drift, or visible leaks are all signs the lift cylinder needs attention. Ignoring seal failure usually leads to contamination, reduced performance, and more expensive hydraulic repairs.

In this video, we walk through a complete TX1000 lift cylinder teardown and rebuild, including:

Proper cylinder disassembly procedures
Inspection of the rod, barrel, and internal components
Common wear points and failure areas
Seal replacement and reassembly tips
What to check before reinstalling the cylinder

A properly rebuilt cylinder restores lifting performance and helps keep your hydraulic system operating the way it should.

Watch the teardown, rebuild it correctly, and get your TX1000 back to work.

Toro Dingo TX1000 – Tilt Cylinder Rebuild

A leaking or weak tilt cylinder makes attachment control sloppy and eventually leads to loss of hydraulic performance. Rebuilding the cylinder early prevents bigger problems later.

In this video, we walk through a complete TX1000 tilt cylinder rebuild and cover:

Signs the cylinder seals are failing
Proper teardown and inspection procedures
Seal replacement tips and common mistakes
What to check on the rod and barrel before reassembly
How to avoid repeat leaks after installation

Hydraulic cylinders usually give warning signs before complete failure. Catching them early saves downtime and money.

Watch the rebuild, service it correctly, and keep your TX1000 operating tight and responsive.

Toro Dingo TX1000 – Bogie Wheel Bearing Replacement Tips

Worn bogie wheel bearings are one of the most common undercarriage issues on a TX1000. Ignore them long enough and they turn into damaged wheels, uneven track wear, and expensive downtime.

In this video, we cover:

Early signs of failing bogie bearings
Tips for removing stubborn bearings without damaging components
Common installation mistakes
What to inspect before putting everything back together
How proper track tension affects bearing life

A little preventative maintenance goes a long way when it comes to undercarriage costs.

Watch the video, replace them correctly, and keep your TX1000 rolling smoothly.

How Many Dingos Did You Service Today?

Some days it’s one machine. Some days it feels like every TX1000 in the country showed up broken before lunch.

Hydraulic leaks, track adjustments, wheel motors, electrical gremlins, no-start issues — the usual lineup.

How many Dingos did you work on today?

Toro Dingo TX1000 – Bell Housing Upgrade: Aluminum to Steel

The factory aluminum bell housings on some TX1000 machines are known weak points — especially on hard-used machines running high hours or heavy attachments.

In this video, we cover upgrading from the factory aluminum housing to a steel version and discuss:

Why aluminum housings crack and fail
Common signs of bell housing problems
Benefits of the steel upgrade
Installation considerations and fitment tips

A failed bell housing can create major downtime and expensive collateral damage. Upgrading to steel adds durability where these machines need it most.

Watch the video, inspect your setup, and decide if the upgrade makes sense for your machine before failure happens.

How many dollars worth of inventory are sitting on this lot right now! Holy Dingo Batman!

Toro Dingo Road Wheel (Bogie Wheel) Identification

If you're working on a Toro Dingo track machine and trying to replace a worn bogie (road) wheel, don’t assume they’re all the same — they’re not.

Different models and generations use different:

Wheel diameters
Bearing sizes
Hub widths
Offset configurations

Even within the same model line (TX1000, TX1000 Turbo, TX1300), there are variations depending on year and undercarriage setup.

Common mistakes we see:

Ordering based on model only, not serial number
Mixing early and late production wheels
Ignoring bearing differences
Assuming aftermarket = exact match

What you actually need to verify:

Model AND serial number
Wheel diameter
Bearing type (sealed vs serviceable)
Hub width / spacing
Bolt size and spacing

Getting this wrong leads to:

Premature wear
Track alignment issues
Increased stress on the drive system

If your machine is eating tracks or wearing unevenly, mismatched bogie wheels are one of the first things to check.

Bottom line:
Take 5 minutes to identify it correctly before ordering parts. It saves time, money, and a lot of frustration.