Recent content by Billy_Grant

I’m looking for a good lift setup for doing excavator undercarriage repairs. Mostly need it for track, roller, idler, and sprocket work. What are you guys using in your shops or on the jobsite? I’m trying to find something that’s stable and can handle larger excavators without being a pain to...

Sounds like a safety interlock or sensor issue, try check the hydraulic fluid, limit switches, and tilt/level sensor first, if it’s dropping on its own, I wouldn’t keep running it until it’s checked.

Sounds like you’re on the right track. I’d probably check the priority valve for sticking or contamination first, then run a pressure test while feathering the brake to see if it’s starving the joystick circuit

I’m with you, reliability and easy maintenance win all day, no point in having a beast truck if it’s always sitting in the shop.

From my experience selling a unit on IronPlanet, they really do take a lot off your plate from inspection, listing, and getting it in front of serious buyers. . so it felt pretty hands-off compared to trying to sell it on my own

it really depends on the type, pretty crazy how telehandlers can reach way higher compared to standard forklifts.

hi, from what i've seen, Boom & Bucket tends to feel lower stress than auctions since you get upfront inspections and set pricing, not last-second bidding chaos. Auctions can still be great deals, but you're usually taking more risk on condition unless you inspect in person.

I’ve always leaned front loaders for speed, but top loaders definitely win if stacking and reach are your main jobs.

pretty much whats been said

hey @dig&Roll123 they are similar but not quite the same. Road reclaimers typically pulverize old asphalt and mix it with the base to rebuild the road, while soil stabilizers mainly mix additives like lime or cement into native soil to improve its load-bearing. Some machines can do both, but it...

curious about this too seems like private sales get you more, but the hassle kinda scares me. Anyone ever regret not just trading in?

Yeah, I learned the hard way. I thought I was good until I hit that 26k limit and got flagged. Definitely pays to double-check the specs and local rules before you roll out!

Yeah, I’ve mostly worked within the 60 ft range too, and once you go higher, the safety checks and paperwork really kick in. Had to get a special permit once just to operate near a busy downtown area. Definitely not something you want to wing without checking local regs first!

Hey folks, Anyone have tips or experience with smart construction methods for tight urban spaces? I’m looking for strategies or technologies that help maximize efficiency and minimize disruption in dense city environments. Modular builds, compact equipment, or scheduling tricks, what’s worked...

Yeah, it’s getting tough out there, and it seems like everyone’s scrambling to find reliable crews. We’ve had to adjust schedules more than once because we couldn’t staff up fast enough. Hopefully, more investment in trade programs and tech will start easing the pressure.