Recent content by Elizabeth Williams

I'm working on getting an older crane back into service and ran into a strange boom issue. The boom raises normally, but when I move the control lever to lower the boom, it still goes up instead. When I first got the machine, adding weight to the hook block helped the boom come down. This time I...

Looking through Boom & Bucket listings always reminds me that some of the best equipment investments aren't necessarily the newest or most expensive machines. Sometimes it's the reliable older excavator, the extra skid steer, or the attachment you picked up on a whim that turns into one of the...

Trying to change the control pattern on a CAT 416C backhoe from excavator-style controls back to standard backhoe controls (right hand for dipper/bucket and left hand for boom/swing). I’ve read that some CAT 416C machines have a pattern control valve that can be switched, but I can’t seem to...

Yeah, one missing detail can change a transport quote fast 😅 Especially when oversized attachments or tricky loading areas show up unexpectedly.

Hi everyone, I have a 2015 Cat 303E mini excavator that won't start with the key. A lock symbol and red warning light stay on when the key is turned. I tried moving the hydraulic lock lever, but the symbol doesn't disappear. The machine will start if I jump the starter relay manually, and it...

It's one of the smartest ways to protect your home and avoid unexpected plumbing disasters.

Rouse Services reports can actually be pretty useful as a starting point, especially for seeing overall market trends and average auction values.

I'm having a transmission/electrical issue with my Volvo A25C and hoping someone here can point me in the right direction. We recently replaced the dump cable on the truck, and during the repair, we accidentally bumped the circuit board and blew the 25-amp fuse that feeds the fuse/relay panel.

I’m actually planning to use VeriTread soon too, and the biggest thing I keep hearing is to ask a lot of questions before booking. Seems like spending a little extra time comparing quotes and checking carriers can save a ton of stress later on.

Heavy hauling definitely isn’t the same as pulling a little utility trailer 😂 once you start moving big iron, the CDL rules, permits, and weight limits get serious fast.

Some contractors also use motion lights and cellular cameras since at least you get alerts right away if someone's messing with the equipment overnight.

Smaller motor graders honestly seem underrated for property work and smaller grading jobs. A full-size grader can be overkill for driveways, trails, and farm maintenance, especially when transport and fuel costs start adding up. The easier hauling and maneuverability alone make compact graders...

I've heard mixed experiences, but overall it seems like Boom & Bucket Transport makes the process a lot easier compared to trying to coordinate shipping yourself.

I was looking through some CAT 320 excavator listings on IronPlanet, and honestly, a few of the machines looked surprisingly clean for auction equipment. The inspection photos, startup videos, and condition reports seem way more detailed than what you usually see on other heavy equipment auction...

Mine grabs fine at first, but once the RPMs come up in higher gears, it starts slipping and the machine slows down. Could it just need pressure checks or adjustments, or does it sound like something internal?