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Exactly. Just be sure to check the auction terms and shipping options before bidding, especially if you're buying from out of state.

We mainly use the data to track idle time and stay ahead of maintenance.

check the glow plugs, relay, and battery first.

I usually get a couple of quotes either way. Sometimes the dealer offers a great rate, but it's always worth checking because the savings can be bigger than you'd expect.

Hydraulics fail, and productivity disappears fast.

Another place you'll find them is in some regenerative braking and energy recovery applications, where they can turn otherwise wasted mechanical energy back into usable electricity. Pretty impressive for such a simple and rugged design.

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

Kubota’s a solid pick for that range.

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.

Lease smart, scale without stress.

Honda

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!

you can usually change the time through the main display menu-look for settings > system > clock it took me a minute to find it on my cat!

Motor oil works!

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?

hey, i'd lean toward trade-in if you're looking for less hassle-it's faster, smoother, and rolling it into your next purchase saves a ton of time.

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.