Don Shilling
Well-Known Member
I've always been a proponent of buying American products and try to practice this philosophy every day. With the current state of world affairs it is more important than ever that I continue this practice.
However, I researched for over two years on a replacement bulldozer for my farm with powershift or hydrostatic drive, 6 way blade, power controls, joy stick operation, non computer control, and still small enough that I could transport myself. The ONLY model than fit these specs was a Komatsu D21. I found a 1995 model last year, and after replacing the steering clutches, bottom rollers, and resealing the hyd cylinders, it is a remarkably efficient machine and a pleasure to operate. It's just a shame that Cat, Deere or any other American manufacturer couldn't produce such a machine as this.
However, I researched for over two years on a replacement bulldozer for my farm with powershift or hydrostatic drive, 6 way blade, power controls, joy stick operation, non computer control, and still small enough that I could transport myself. The ONLY model than fit these specs was a Komatsu D21. I found a 1995 model last year, and after replacing the steering clutches, bottom rollers, and resealing the hyd cylinders, it is a remarkably efficient machine and a pleasure to operate. It's just a shame that Cat, Deere or any other American manufacturer couldn't produce such a machine as this.