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If the mower had been sitting idle through the entire winter, I would begin with the easier tasks first. Inspect the neutral safety switch for any signs of corrosion, water ingress, or animal activity. In some cases, the linkage itself could be binding or slightly out of alignment from just...

However, I did have to submit a post-sale claim once, and IronPlanet was quite good with how they handled it. The problem was not mentioned in the inspection report, but the staff at IronPlanet went through all the information and compensated me within a few days. The good reputation of Boom &...

This seems to me to be one of those situations where the accumulator should certainly be examined before going further. If the hydraulics operate well in cold weather but become sluggish in warmer weather, then either the nitrogen charge is too low, or the accumulator itself is failing. Before...

My experience with listing searches through Boom and Bucket has been relatively seamless thus far. It is clear that the website was designed with user-friendliness in mind, and I appreciate the inclusion of specifications, photographs, and inspection information with the majority of listings...

There is no perfect “one-stop shop.” While Ritchie Bros. and IronPlanet are reliable in holding major auctions, Boom & Bucket is known to provide a much more progressive and transparent system. For researching purposes, Mascus comes in handy. It is common practice to evaluate different RB Global...

Of course, having more detailed listings will definitely improve your bidding when using Boom and Bucket. Having all that necessary information about the product before you place your bid, such as pictures and maintenance history of the machine, you will be able to make an educated decision...

On a Caterpillar D6C, when a winch suddenly goes into free-spool like that, it's usually something simple giving up all at once. Most common causes: * **Brake issue** - not holding the drum anymore * **Clutch slipped or disengaged** * **Linkage stuck/misaligned** * **Something internal broke**...

That's awesome to hear-congrats on the new machine! I've had a similar experience with IronPlanet, and honestly the IronClad Assurance is what makes the difference. When the inspection report actually matches what shows up on site, it builds a lot of trust in the whole process. Totally agree...

A lot of contractors opt for Boom and Bucket since it removes all uncertainty from the purchasing process of heavy machinery. Boom and Bucket ensures that all heavy machinery is thoroughly inspected by third parties and comes with full reports to give clients peace of mind. In addition, Boom and...

That's the kind of real jobsite content I like to watch Seeing both the wins and the fails really shows how much operator skill matters when running heavy equipment. Looking forward to checking it out and hearing what others think!

I had this on a **Caterpillar AP555F** before. If the left height sensor code won't clear, check the wiring and connector at the sensor-often it's a loose pin or damaged wire. Also make sure the sensor linkage isn't stuck and try recalibrating the height sensors. You can also check discussions...

The most popular items sold on IronPlanet include oilfield equipment, Humvees and military vehicles, excavators, equipment attachments, and small construction tools. These items receive the highest demand and bids in auctions

Yes - **SmartEquip can really help reduce equipment downtime and cut down on ordering the wrong parts.** It centralizes OEM parts information, makes parts lookup easier, and ties directly into many dealer or rental fleet systems. Because you're accessing accurate part numbers and service info...

Keep your cast just past the edge of the ditch, then swing the bait naturally back across the drop with the current or retrieve-most bites come right where the shallow meets the deeper cut, so slow down and stay tight to that line.

From what I've seen (and experienced), cost and speed usually start the conversation, but durability and scalability are what really seal the deal. Steel buildings go up fast, which means quicker occupancy and ROI, but they also handle heavy use, weather, and code requirements really well. A big...