1466 in oxford mich
Came across an ad a while back showing this 1466 for sale.
So big it shows up on a satellite pic. I did drive by to see it.
It looks like the stick has been changed out to a shorty.
http://www.bing.com/maps/default.as...&phx=0&phy=0&phscl=1&scene=24223808&encType=1
Was curious because when the middle portion of I-696 was being created in the 80's, i thought i saw a similar huge machine working. Biggest excavator i've seen in these parts ever. Will never forget the dual stacks, but couldn't recall the make or model machine.
Am not in the business, just love watching since first seeing a cable hoe digging new basements back in the late 50's.
About 10 years ago i unbelievably met
the operator at the local pub, who ran it back then. Said its retired at a gravel pit. Wouldn't ya know it i forgot the make and model again. I do remember he said they had to replace engines like overnight once. Seem to recall mention of air controls too.
Will always wonder if this pic could be of one of the great machines that helped make my crosstown commute so much more pleasant and safe.
I see a 1266 off I-94 near Mt Clemens, Mich working, but the I-696 one was bigger if my memory serves correctly.