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    Can GPS help a young in experienced operator do quality professional grading?

    I would say that none of the systems that I have been on are difficult to operate. Having someone that knows the system explain to you what you are looking at and what to do as you see changes would be the best way to get rolling. The person who builds the "model" that you see on the display...
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    Topcon Millimeter GPS vs Trimble GPS

    Chopjaw: Agreed, ANY machine control is better than no machine control... But given the chance to compare, side by side, Trimble will win out, almost every time.
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    Trimble Business Center trial version

    Anybody using the free version of Business center? What functions are missing from it that the "construction pack" would have?
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    30 CAT Operation and Maintenence manuals.

    Thanks to all who responded. They are sold.
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    Topcon Millimeter GPS vs Trimble GPS

    Sigep761. What is the main type of work that you do? Pads, Berms, drainage ? or, Complex 3-D work ?
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    Topcon Millimeter GPS vs Trimble GPS

    Starting with the base and rover, and learning the basics as well as the more advanced funtions of verifying the site, collecting data, site layout, shooting catch points, and working your way into machine control is, in my opinion, the best way to go. I have had the Topcon single GPS side by...
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    30 CAT Operation and Maintenence manuals.

    Heres what I got... 773 (775)F , TH350 and TH460, 924H and HZ 928 930H, THP10-24S SERIESII, 826 825 824H, QUICK COUPLER PARTS...
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    Updates available for Apache/Spectra control boxes

    We are using "levelbest" dual slope boxblade's and the CB30 is out on the boxblade carriage. We have the dual remote control pendants inside the cab on magnets to the roof, makes benching, offsets and auto control much easier.
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    Spectra Physics Blade Pro

    Zhkent. I see in the video link that you have an electric laser mast on the blade running the blade pro system. Is it rigid mounted to the blade, or are there shock mounts? Could I get a picture of how you are mounting the mast to the moldboard? Also hear you mention in one of the videos, that...
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    30 CAT Operation and Maintenence manuals.

    I have 30 assorted O&M manuals for Cat Equipment, most are in excellent shape, the others in good condition, $100.00, make me an offer. Send message if interested, and I will send pictures and list machines they are for.
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    Lasers for Dummies

    If your ponds are basicall all flat planes I would go with a dual laser system (on a grader) Your 3:1 slope (33.3% slope) is considered an extreme slope. The Spectra GL742 will reach out advertised 1500' from the transmitter, but I have had my best results not trying to reach out more than...
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    Creating a digital model

    D6RXW: The digitizing a complex design from paper plans involves special equipment, a digitizer, that has a mat or board as well as a mouse-like tracer with a magnifying glass. Depending on the program being used it created a cad file, perhaps a .dxf, that will be imported to business center, or...
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    Spectra Physics Blade Pro

    I realise this is an OLD forum, BUT is anybodyy still running the Scectra "Blade pro" systems? I have some questions.
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    Updates available for Apache/Spectra control boxes

    Kaiser> did you get a chance to put your Apache controls to work with the updates? Just wanted to know if the "update" made them work better..
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    Updates available for Apache/Spectra control boxes

    Do ypu have any more information on the "fix" ? We have 2 CB30 (spectra), one works like a champ, the other is sluggish and has locked up a couple times..
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    my new D7E *pics*

    Thats a sharp lookin D7E.
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    **How would you answer these INTERVIEW questions (CAT/Deere)**

    Cammc> How did this turn out? Did you get an inteview? Job offer? Let us know.
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    Cross slope for Motorgrader

    Biggrader> did you ever get a cross slope system? If so, hows it working?
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    What does Accugrade option include on a cat 262c skid loader?

    Spatterfree> Did you ever find a dual slope box for your skid steer. I can send some pictures of a "LevelBest" as I seen one on the yard yesterday. If you are still looking.
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    Ocala Excavision

    I have run into two systems not mentioned here that are very similar (from what Ive read) to the Ocala system. Trimble GCS Flex, and Trimble DDS300. GCS Flex is hard wired and the screen response is spot on. The DDS 300 ( designed for smaller machines) is wireless, using bluetooth technology. I...
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