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    JLG 260mrt scissor lift

    I am looking at buying a JLG 260mrt And I am not find that many in my area the have outriggers. Is this something that can be added on or do they have to come from the factory with this option? It doesn’t have to be this specific machine that’s just the size I’m looking for. Any suggestions...
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    Weird hydraulic problem with Case 75XT

    I had the same thing happening on my 75. It turned out it there was a bad spot in the wiring that goes across the front of the cab, under the front lip of the cab. Basically above your left foot. I dont know if yours is anything like mine just thought that i would throw it out there. Oh...
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    Which telehandler is the RIGHT one?

    Well I did what u said and you were right Skytrack has twice the load rating at max reach with 1799 lbs. and the gehl has 900 lbs. Things like this are what i was wanting to know. Using equipment the way that i do to the max, but not abused. I am willing to adjust my requirements to get the...
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    Which telehandler is the RIGHT one?

    Gehl has the RS6-34 that weighs 15,100lbs., lifts 6000 lbs., and reach of 34' 3". I just dont hear much about them. They also have the 553, which has the same specs. I went to an auction to buy one but the price was through the roof (in my opinion). I just dont want one that is know to have...
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    Which telehandler is the RIGHT one?

    what are your thoughts on rental units? I am a little nervous about the previous usage (abuse) of the machine, but there are alot of them out there.
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    Which telehandler is the RIGHT one?

    Are there any years with the skytrack that a person should stay away from? Is there an hour limit I should stick to with this type of machine. I just dont want to get something with one foot in the grave.
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    Which telehandler is the RIGHT one?

    I am looking to buy a telehandler that weighs around 15,000 lbs., can reach around 36 ft. and lift around 5000 lbs.. My question is which brand and size is best suited for my situation? I am looking for a machine that is reliable. Im not looking for something with alot of bells and whissles...
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    Case 445

    I have been looking around the threads and have not found much on the 445. I am looking at a 08 445 and I was wondering if there are any major issues with this machine? I have seen a lot on the 465, but that just seems to be more machine than I need. So if anyone knows of issues I would like...
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    75xt Case Fianl Drive Catch

    Well I finally gave in and took my case to the pros. They looked it over and said it was a faulty drive motor, which was my guess but I didnt have the tools or know how to test it. Now Im looking for and advice on how to install the motor. Im a tight wad and am going to give it a try. My...
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    upgrading my 773

    I was wondering, where or what you use to locate these machines? Are they found by word of mouth, internet (where on the net), I have been wearing out the net looking and I can find hudreds from dealers, which are all basically the same price, but very few individuals with machines for sale. I...
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    operating cost???

    I drive more nails than move dirt. So I dont get in on much bidding skidloader labor. I just kind of based my rate off of the larger machines, like dozers and such. Like a percentage of sorts. So is that the wrong path or should i sit down and pencil out expenses. With what your saying i am...
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    New Case Series

    It looks to me that they just move the blind spot farther forward and add more movement of the rear of the boom, that i believe will prove to be the wrong move. i dont like the way the main arm cylinder is connected to the body. It looks to be a little light. I dont mean to be negative, but i...
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    New Case Series

    Does anyone know where a pic. is of the vertical lift is fully raised. So that i can see what it does look like. From the pics. on the website it just looks like the radial lift.
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    New Case Series

    I dont know about where the measurements were taken from. These are just the measurements that case has on their website. I couldnt find a photo of a vertical lift in the raised position is the main reason for the thread. I too was hoping for the same vertical lift as earlier models. So...
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    New Case Series

    I was just looking at the new case skidloaders and had a question. How does the new vertical lift work? From looking at the photos it looks the same as the radial lift. I like the higher break out, but I don't like the decrease in the reach. Will be losing 11 in. from 40 in. to 29 in.. Just...
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