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    Rates and Pricing

    In Oz I run TR270, Tak 145, Tandem Tipper. $100 per/hr +Tax, $45 extra for attachments i.e. Breaker, Auger, Chain digger, Brush hog, etc. And always charge 4 hr min depot to depot. Never advertise and do the best job I can for my customers. been running 13 years on word of mouth and never been...
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    TR270 vs 259D

    Also does anyone struggle to fine grade with the Cat due to the suspension? I do a lot of pad prep for concrete and trim to +/- 8mm or 5/16" and am concerned that the suspension movement will increase prep time. Or is there a lockout to make the frame rigid when required like the old positracks?
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    TR270 vs 259D

    Yeah I don't mind radial or vertical lift my intention was a medium frame and more horse power, I bought a brand new T190 before the C175 and although it was a honest little machine it was rough as hell to run and the dealer burnt me on warrantee work so I won't line up to be screwed again i did...
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    TR270 vs 259D

    Gday Guys, looking to upgrade my New Holland C175 it has been a great reliable machine but its a little under nourished, so Im chasing a replacement to better suit the steep country I work in and mow. How ever I want to stay in the same medium size chassis, and not more than 6'...
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    white oil

    looks like water soluble cutting oil that you use in a steel band saw etc??
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    What would be your pick and why??

    Come on guys I'm not feeling the love!!! I asked on a US Forum because the volume of units from either brand would be far greater plus people love to **** and moan on public forums so they get to vent and I get honest feedback. All dealers are the same they want to sell they're brand so you...
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    What would be your pick and why??

    I am currently leaning toward the Case machine as it is $5k cheaper at $72 k with a 4in 1 bucket plus it has more torque higher flow rates and far greater(7150lbs) breakout and (6140lbs)boom lift figures compared to the deere or Terex The Case dealer is also the Terex Dealer and he cant believe...
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    What would be your pick and why??

    OK I am about to upgrade my skid and have narrowed it down to three machines TR270 Case, PT70 and the JD323D. Both the case and JD are new unproven machines and the ASV under carriage makes me nervous. So I have chosen these 3 because I want to stay in the compact chassis for my domestic...
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    279C or TL250

    only problem is a 2nd hand 299C with 1500hrs still fetches around the $95K just out of my reach
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    279C or TL250

    my mistake kubota donk but either way down on power. Can pick up TL150 2200hrs around $55K but would prefer lower hrs TL250 seems the best pick just like the idea of a nice ride. Could the TL250 be retro fitted with the air ride seat easily enough??
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    279C or TL250

    hey fellas, I am looking for a larger machine needs to have enough power for Brush cutting in steep country,harley rake, chain trencher, and site cuts in heavy clay. I have been offered the TL250 with 118hrs for $77K and the 279C with 280hrs for $85K my question is which is the...
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    M Series Bobcats

    looks fecking cold
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    Good work lights on mini digger

    VisionX solstice LED lights 10 watts draw 100watts output ebay serch or google them awesome lighting products
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    CTL vs VTS Skiddy

    Has anyone run both to know which is the better all round machine?? I do alot of flat prep and driveways and Slashing work in steep country. need about a 85hp machine to upgrade to from my N/H C175. Seems I can buy a VTS equipped machine for about 3/4 of the price of a CTL. Just wondering if its...
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    looking at 2 trucks any advise?

    Its a truck load it with muck and cart away if your drivers cant drive to the conditions with out all the safety crap put them back on a shovel. Back up support is the most important as all trucks breakdown so you gotta get the parts pronto and at a realistic price to get rolling again if you...
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    Takeuchi tl150 value $?

    Quarantine is the big issue here the machines have to be like new clean to pass inspection.I priced up a Case 440ct last week loaded with A/C heat R/C H/flow etc $107K plus 10% taxes. How our rates compare to you guys?? I roll up on site with Tandem tipper Tag trailer TB145 Tak Exc and C175 CTL...
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    Takeuchi tl150 value $?

    Wish they were that cheap in Oz they run around $110k new and used with around 2000hrs they still fetch $55-65k nice machine though. My N/H C175 cost $83k new and with 1100hrs is only worth around $45k thats just how it is over here. might have to buy one there and ship it over, good excuse for...
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    Rough Running JD CT322

    runs rough how?? smoky, missing, down on power, knocking ??? could be random sticking injector. pump problem. timing issue. need a bit more info to help you.
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    Earthmoving Company Taglines or Slogans

    best one i came across in the USA was a sign in a hotel lobby that read Shagging Competition tonight 8pm as a 19 yr old tourist my ears pricked up only to be told that over there it was a dancing competition. spoilt my night
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    Dozer Blade

    Gday mate I have one I run on my CTL its a good thing for cutting swales, pathways, terraces etc they arent very good for fine grading due to the short wheelbase as mentioned. I find the grader a little too bulky for tight work and tend to use my Harley rake for driveway work as it does a great...
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