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most accidents with lifts tie back to skipped basics-like not testing controls, checking fludi levels, or inspecting harness anchor points.

i'd say warranties are worth it if the dealer's support is strong-saved me once on a transmission repair that would've hurt bad.

Hey, from my time on mining sites, most modern haul trucks are automatic — makes it smoother for operators and keeps production moving efficiently.

Sounds like the 009 was Stihl's way of giving homeowners a "mini workhorse" - simple, tough, and waym ore capable than it needed to be.

Hey. @Richard Thompson , I've been checking out Weather Guard and Pack Rat drawers lately-seem super durable, but I'm curious what everyone thinks about slide-out vs. fixed setups for daily use.

@svbrf That's a great point-AI in cost estimation is a huge win, especially for keeping budgets realistic from the start. I'll definitely check out that article you mentioned. Feels like the more data we feed these systems, the smarter and more useful they get.

totally agree with everyone here-switching to cloud-based software was a big win for us.. it cut down the back-and-forth with subs, and having real-time updates keeps projects moving smoother definitely worth it if you're trying to stay organized and grow without all the admin headaches

Man... I've stuck with Cat for years-tough builds, easy parts, and great resale. Deere's solid too if you want smooth controls

i get where you're coming from .. but $100k isn’t wild if you're union, traveling, or clocking serious OT.. its different game entirely

Cats still king when it comes to taking a beating

totally agree with you David that BIM really pulls ahead when theres a lot of moving parts on a project but for quick-turnaround or basic builds, CAD still feels like the easier tool to jump into

hey folks I’m trying to size the right generator for a jobsite setup that be running multiple power tools at once.. think saws, drills, maybe a compressor. Ive seen some charts online but they all seem to vary, and I’m not sure how to factor in startup loads versus running watts. Do you...