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    What to look for in an Older Backhoe (580CK era)

    I'm looking for an older backhoe, something from the 580CK era. Not that I have any affinity for old backhoes other than their lower cost. Seems like I can get a 580CK for $4K. Also finding some 580B & 530CK at that price point, but as soon as I look even for a 580C the price jumps up allot...
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    Trailering a 530CK or 580CK

    Can these size machines be trailered by a 3/4 ton truck w/ a trailer? I believe that w/ a loader & backhoe that the 530 is under 10K lbs. & that the 580CK is under 11K lbs. Thinking that a 14K trailer can handle a 11K payload. BTW, I do not have a 530 or 580, but am looking for one. When I...
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    Looking at a 530CK

    I'm looking at a diesel 530CK w/ loader & backhoe. Everything works, 6 cylinders have been recently repacked, brakes are weak (owner said thy have been recently replaced, but weak by design). I will be using it for general excavation (moving a hill side back), 400' of 3'x5' french drain...
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