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  1. J

    What’s Changing in 2026?

    Good point.
  2. J

    Does the JMWOOD auction company only cater clients in Alabama?

    From what I've seen, being outside Alabama shouldn't be a problem at all. A lot of buyers participate remotely these days, and most auction companies are set up to work with bidders from other states, especially with online bidding and transport options available. I'd just double-check the...
  3. J

    Coal Mine Operator vs Construction Operator (U.S.), Which Pays Better?

    Construction seems to offer more opportunities to move between different machines like excavators, dozers, and loaders, which can be a big advantage if you're thinking long-term career stability.
  4. J

    Can I replace the original heat shield insulation on my Case 85XT with an aftermarket one?

    My Case 85XT skid steer still has the original heat shield insulation, but it's crumbling apart, and I'm worried about heat damage and possible fire risk near the exhaust. Can I replace it with aftermarket heat shield insulation, or does this machine really need the OEM heat shield because of...
  5. J

    Best Machines to Buy on IronPlanet for a Small Construction Business

    A mini excavator or skid steer can handle a surprising amount of work and usually gives you more flexibility while you're still figuring out what jobs come in the most.
  6. J

    Is it smarter to finance newer equipment or buy older machines outright?

    One thing that can help is finding flexible financing instead of locking yourself into something too aggressive. I've heard some people have decent experiences with RBFS when trying to balance newer equipment costs without getting buried during slower seasons.
  7. J

    Has anyone dealt with code 3385-13 on a CAT 980XE loader?

    Got a check engine light on a machine with serial XE300477, but my offline SIS doesn't cover the next-gen models. Any ideas on where to start troubleshooting?
  8. J

    Behind The Rise of Ritchie Bros. Auctions Brand?

    Yeah I’m with you on that @winston_wisdo, the whole flywheel effect really makes sense, once the volume and trust build up it just keeps feeding itself
  9. J

    What diesel generators do you guys recommend around 6000W? Anyone running a light tower generator?

    I’ve had good luck with Kubota-powered light towers, its simple, sips fuel, and they’ll just keep running as long as you keep up with basic maintenance
  10. J

    How good is IronPlanet for small contractors?

    I’ve looked into IronPlanet too and the inspection reports seem solid, but yeah buying sight unseen still makes me a bit nervous, feels like it could go either really smooth or turn into a surprise real quick.
  11. J

    Comparing Wirtgen vs. Roadtec Cold Planers – Which Has Lower Downtime?

    Feels like Wirtgen Group is that high-maintenance perfectionist. .runs like a dream until it wants attention. while Roadtec is more the “just keep me fueled and I’ll show up every day” type 😄
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