We've had the best luck scheduling maintenance strictly by machine hours and knocking out services early in the morning or on rainy days. A few hours of planned downtime beats losing a machine for days because of an unexpected breakdown.
I usually try to get the permits lined up a few days early and double-check the route myself, nothing ruins a haul faster than finding a low bridge or unexpected restriction halfway there.
Yeah that surprised me too. . makes a lot more sense now. Have you actually tried using Xcira yet, and how does it compare to other RB Global platforms like IronPlanet or Ritchie Bros?
Yeah it definitely helps with accountability, but honestly some crews just find ways around it.. still comes down to good management at the end of the day
Yeah I’ve noticed excavators, loaders, and trucks move fast there.., kinda similar to what you see on Boom & Bucket too, just more auction-style on IronPlanet.
i've used a Predator on a small job site.. surprisingly solid for the price, but don't expect it to survive heavy daily use like a Honda or Generac. Warranty's short, so keep that receipt handy if it acts up!
Great insights here! I’ve heard some guys also use Facebook contractor groups and local construction pages to find smaller hauling jobs that aren’t on load boards. Has anyone here tried that route or found success teaming up with other owners to share steady work?
i've seen a lot of folks get good results listing on sites like machinery trader or ritchie bros if you want more reach, but a trusted local dealer can sometimes move it faster-depends if you're after top dollar or a quicker sale.
i'd say for just a few trims a year, the greenworks 40v seems like a sweet spot-lightweight, easy to store, and plenty of power without going overkill like the 60v.