Luis Montes

Luis Montes is the chief editor at Fortis HD, crafting informative blog posts that guide heavy-duty mechanics and equipment owners through maintenance and repair tasks across industries such as mining, construction, agriculture, and forestry. A civil engineer by training, Luis leverages his technical background to produce content that addresses the specific needs and challenges within these sectors. His articles focus on practical solutions, enabling professionals to enhance their operational efficiency and equipment longevity. Through his work, Luis supports Fortis HD’s mission to empower the heavy equipment community with essential knowledge and skills.

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Posts Written By Luis Montes

CAT 314E Engine Oil Change & Other Routine Maintenance Tasks – Part 6

CAT 314E Engine Oil Change &

In part 5 of this series, we showed you how to check and change the final drive oil on the CAT 314E.The final task to complete this routine maintenanc

May 02, 2025

Maintenance


CAT 314E Engine Oil Change & Other Routine Maintenance Tasks – Part 4

CAT 314E Engine Oil Change &

In the previous post, we showed you how to properly adjust the track tension on the CAT 314E, a common feature that applies to most makes and models.N

April 30, 2025

Maintenance


CAT 314E Engine Oil Change & Other Routine Maintenance Tasks – Part 2

CAT 314E Engine Oil Change &

In the first part of this step-by-step guide series, we changed the engine oil and filter on a CAT 314E.Part 2 will cover how to check and replace sev

April 30, 2025

Maintenance


CAT 314E Engine Oil Change & Other Routine Maintenance Tasks – Part 5

CAT 314E Engine Oil Change &

May 02, 2025

Maintenance


Excavator Maintenance Guide – How To Replace A/C Fan Motor & Wiper Blades, Plus Install New Mirrors

Excavator Maintenance Guide – How To

Today, we’re going to show you how to replace the fan motor in your excavator’s air conditioning unit, as well as how to install new wiper blades and

September 26, 2023

Maintenance


Understanding the Undercarriage of Heavy Equipment

Understanding the Undercarriage of Heavy Equipment

June 03, 2024

Maintenance


Steps to Adjusting the Tension on a Compact Track Loader

Steps to Adjusting the Tension on

Suppose you need a new set of rubber tracks for your Kubota SVL95 skid steer. You double-checked the size and tread pattern you need using a reliable

October 22, 2023

Maintenance


CAT 314E Engine Oil Change & Other Routine Maintenance Tasks – Part 3

CAT 314E Engine Oil Change &

The previous post covered changing the hydraulic oil filters on our CAT 314E excavator.In part 3, Keith will show you how to properly adjust the track

April 18, 2025

Maintenance


CAT 314E Engine Oil Change & Other Routine Maintenance Tasks – Part 1

CAT 314E Engine Oil Change &

In this step-by-step guide, we’ll cover changing the engine oil and filter on a CAT 314E excavator. It’ll be the first of five posts about routine mai

April 30, 2025

Maintenance


How to Change the Engine Oil and Filter on a CAT 314E Mini Excavator

How to Change the Engine Oil

We’ll cover how to service the engine of a CAT 314E mini excavator. Although focused on a particular make and model, we’ll discuss similarities with o

May 16, 2025

Maintenance


How to Replace Cabin Light and Boom Lights in a Komatsu PC200LC Excavator

How to Replace Cabin Light and

Want to replace your cabin and boom lights on your Komatsu PC200LC Excavator? Here’s a detailed guide that takes you through all the steps of installi

July 17, 2023

Maintenance


Extend Your Heavy Equipment’s Life With Our Ultimate Guide to Maintenance Hour Intervals

Extend Your Heavy Equipment’s Life With

May 04, 2025

Maintenance


Get Back to Work Faster – Find Your Heavy Equipment’s Rubber Track Size

Get Back to Work Faster –

January 05, 2024

Maintenance