Search results

I've been looking at SalvageSale while comparing used and salvage heavy equipment platforms, and I'm trying to understand how the buying process works there. For those who have actually purchased equipment on SalvageSale, what requirements do you need before you can bid or buy? Do you have to...

From what I know, Boom & Bucket can help connect buyers with shipping or transport partners, especially for larger machines like excavators or loaders.

Always better to look for safe, proven options first instead of risking something sketchy.

Pricing can be competitive, but like most brokers, it can vary depending on distance, urgency, and how specialized the load is.

That setup covers like 80-90% of general cleanup and light site prep work without overcomplicating things.

You're definitely not the only one thinking about this right now. Rates are still higher than the "cheap money" years, so monthly payments are noticeably heavier for a lot of guys.

Yeah I’d probably slow down before tearing into the steering valves. If it won’t steer left and only grabs right with a lot of brake, it could definitely be low pressure or some internal leakage, but I’d want to confirm the basics first.

I'd start by checking the radiator cap, coolant level/mixture, and if the radiator is clogged.

Hose leaks are the absolute worst-it's usually a $50 part that ends up costing you $500 in lost time and spilled fluid.

Undercarriage repairs are definitely the biggest "wallet-drainer" on these machines, so catching stuff early is huge. One habit that saves thousands: Take five minutes every few days to dig out teh packed-in mud and rocks with a crowbar or a pressure washer. If that junk freezes or dries hard...

Honestly, for an S150 doing driveways and small lots, dedicated snow tires (like Wolf Paws) are usually the way to go. Standard skid steer tires are basically racing slicks on ice because they're too wide and just "float" on top of the snow. A narrower snow tire puts more pressure on the...

I didn't expect that Xcira is actually one of the brands under RB Global. Once I found that out, it made more sense why their platform feels pretty solid and reliable If you're into online equipment auctions or buying and selling construction machinery, Xcira is definitely one of the platforms...

That's a big move, and honestly, there's no single "right" way to do it. Start by getting scary good at one thing, so you have a solid foundation, but keep your ears open to everything else happening on-site.

From what I've seen, equipment financing can actually help your business credit if you manage it well. Making on-time payments builds a positive payment history, which lenders like to see when you apply for future loans or credit lines.

Yeah, we've been using GPS tracking for a while now. Honestly, the most useful data for us is idle time, engine hours, and basic route history. Idle reports alone helped us cut fuel waste because operators became more aware that machines were being monitored.

Ritchie Bros. is basically the "gold standard" when it comes to auctions, so if you're looking at a machine with Rouse data, you're already starting on high ground.

If you're looking to offload some iron without the headache of hauling it to a physical lot, IronPlanet is basically the "set it and forget it" option for sellers. Since they're part of the Ritchie Bros. family now, they've got a massive reach, but the way they handle the actual sale is what...

Machine feels okay for now, but I don't want it turning into a bigger problem later.

SmartEquip is basically a massive efficiency engine that turns lost time into profit. If a machine throws a code in the field, pull up the diagram on SmartEquip before the service truck even leaves the yard.

I haven't personally sat in a cab with the new Luminar setup yet, but I've talked to a few guys running semi-autonomous drills and haulers in mining.