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The main thing is to budget for shipping, customs, taxes, and paperwork; they can add up quickly.

Looking at a **Volvo L45G** with a failed transmission. The machine is $25K, but repairs could cost more. Has anyone fixed one, and was it worth it?

My Bobcat 334 excavator runs fine when cold, but once the hydraulic system reaches operating temperature, using the hydraulics makes the engine want to stall. Has anyone experienced this problem? What should I check first?

One of the biggest lessons is to keep the rollout simple. Train operators early, make sure equipment data is accurate, and introduce the software in phases instead of all at once.

If your Komatsu PC200LC-6 drives straight but has trouble turning, check the hydraulic system, travel motor, and controls. Finding the problem early can help keep your excavator working properly.

I swapped the plugs, checked the wiring, and repaired a bad wire, but the error is still there. Has anyone had this problem before? What should I check next?

I'm new to owning excavators and could use some advice. My JD 225C LC stays at high idle even when I turn the dial to idle. The auto idle light is green, but it doesn't lower the RPM. The only time the RPM drops is when I turn the key off-it goes down to about 200 RPM, then goes back up. Has...

The inspections are usually very thorough. Just make sure the condition report matches what you're looking for before you bid.

I recently removed the transmission due to excessive input shaft endplay. After tearing it down, the gears and bearings all appear to be in good condition. The only issue I found is wear on the first clutch pack plate, where the input shaft gear appears to have been rubbing or chewing into the...

Yep, that's actually one of their main jobs.

The engine runs, but any boom, bucket, stick, or travel function stalls it, while the thumb still works. Where would you start troubleshooting?

Some transactions use escrow services or financing arrangements, but the seller is usually protected before delivery takes place.

I am getting ready to service the cooling system on my 1988 Caterpillar 953 and would like to clean the radiator while I'm at it. Does anyone have a recommended radiator cleaner that works well on these machines?

I am trying to diagnose a CAT 305CR excavator that suddenly lost all hydraulic power while the engine still runs perfectly. The machine has around 7,500 hours and was only doing light blade work when the hydraulics completely stopped working. No burst hoses, no overheating, and no warning signs...

It also looks like they've been improving integrations and support pretty consistently, which is always a big plus for rental operations trying to stay organized and save time