Recent content by Denmark Arthurs

Stop, check, switch.

hi, Has anyone here compared buying from Boom & Bucket versus going the dealer trade-in route? I’m curious which one actually delivers better value once you factor in price, condition, and inspection transparency. Would love to hear real buyer experiences from both sides.

I've used Rouse more as a sanity check than a decision-maker. It's great for spotting trends and ranges, but I still lean on comps, machine condition, and timing to make the final call.

From what I’ve seen, pipeline, mining, and renewables are the heavy hitters in 2025 add a crane cert or CDL and your paycheck jumps fast.

It still blows my mind that a machine that heavy can spin like a top hydraulics make them look way smoother than I do on the dance floor. 😆

We keep ours short too-5 minutes max, otherwise the crew starts looking at me like I'm reading bedtime stories.

i get the rental angle, but i still think there's value in buying if you've got steady long-term work lined up-rentals can eat nito margins fast if you're keeping the gear for months on end. curious if anyone's crunched the break-even point lately between renting vs owning in this market?

I usually add up all the running watts, tack on a solid buffer for startup surges, and size up-saves a lot of headaches on site.

@SteelBuilder500 Totally agree-maintenance really makes or breaks it long-term. I've seen even solid models go downhill fast when upkeep's ignored

Hey @TrucksSavvy009 One thing that's worked for me is just being upfront with suppliers-ask what their best price is if you buy today or commit to a few projects. Timing and honesty go a long way

Honestly, I see folks skip checking tire pressure or wheel locks way too often-both can mess you up fast, especially on uneven ground. Also, not inspecting the harness anchor points is a silent killer. Little stuff, but big consequences.

man, regen issues are the worst....especially when the machine won’t talk.

yeah, the pace of innovation is wild lately remote ops and electrics are just the start I’m keeping an eye on what Volvo does next too

Hey folks, I’m looking to learn more about the top BIM tools specifically for managing heavy equipment on construction projects. Which software do you find most effective for tracking, scheduling, and coordinating heavy machinery within BIM workflows? Are there any tools that stand out for...

Yeah, I get that! Has anyone here tried using a backup generator for something unexpected, like a sudden outage mid-project? I’m curious if it really changes the game or if it’s just extra gear that ends up collecting dust most of the time.