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    Changing loyalties

    I have ran several different types of excavators for basement digging. Most of the time was spent on a 320B and C models. B was slow but I really liked the C model. I recently ran a Deere and Hitachi 160. Deere was fast but burned alot of fuel. Hitachi was slow but did well on fuel. Both of...
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    JD724 or cat962 or volvoL120

    I would call all three of them and ask to demo the sizes you want. Most dealers are willing to do this. Take into account cost, fuel consumption, and what kind of customer service do you get with each dealer. Also, are there better financing rates with the manufacturer. I personally would start...
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    Anyone used a John Deere 160 LC ?

    I run a Deere 160c Lc every day. Not a bad machine but it does over heat during the summer. We also have a Hitachi 160. It is a slightly better machine. It does not over heat during the summer like the Deere. I did basements with both and also water and sewer services. Seems like a decent...
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    IUOE Local 12 Apprentice

    Thanks. appreciate the info.
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    Pushing Dirt/Rocks Sideways with a CAT345

    I used to side sweep the area between my spoil pile and the edge of the foundations all the time. I only did this to clears small dirt clauds that would roll off the pile. Used a 320B and 320C for this. Never had any maintainence issues caused from the side sweeping. I would also knock down...
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    College Degrees???

    Thanks. I have been a member for awhile, Just havnt been posting.
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    College Degrees???

    College I am currently working on my bacholers in project managment. I am doing this all online through ITT Tech. Seems to be working for me.:usa
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    IUOE Local 12 Apprentice

    Anyone have information on the Union in Billings Mt? I am interested in talking with them about membership.
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    lay offs and slow work

    Work I just recently move to Billings Mt from Colorado. Economy is good here and alot of work is going on. I have a Job running a loader in a gravel pit. Our crusher crew is working 60 hours a week and we have alot of material going out. Good place to be right now. Should start to slow about...
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    who's got you in construction?

    i always loved to play in the dirt as a kid. i always had construction toys and have a good collection still. I worked here in northern colorado for awhile doing pipe and residential work. I could see the the market crash comin and got out of it. i am moving to Billings Mt and would love to get...
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