Popntx
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I'm in the market for a used skid steer and am trying to learn as much as possible before taking the dive. I will be using it to push brush and remove cedar bushes at my place in the Texas hill country with a mix of rocky soil, uneven terrain but nothing too steep. Also there is quite a bit of mesquite which is of concern.
A CAT rep I talked to said for sure to get tires filled with foam. Another independent dealer said not to do that because it adds a lot of weight which will add to wear and tear on the machine. I mentioned that to the CAT rep and he agreed but said it would be more of a concern if the machine was being used full time, but since I will not be putting a lot of hours on it, it's less of a concern.
Another friend put slime in his tires and has had no issues with flats, so I suppose that's another option. Or, I can just go with neither and hope for no flats.
So, I'd appreciate any advice or thoughts on this. Thanks.
A CAT rep I talked to said for sure to get tires filled with foam. Another independent dealer said not to do that because it adds a lot of weight which will add to wear and tear on the machine. I mentioned that to the CAT rep and he agreed but said it would be more of a concern if the machine was being used full time, but since I will not be putting a lot of hours on it, it's less of a concern.
Another friend put slime in his tires and has had no issues with flats, so I suppose that's another option. Or, I can just go with neither and hope for no flats.
So, I'd appreciate any advice or thoughts on this. Thanks.