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    "Add a Stick" or "Extendavators" ?

    Yes... I kind of figured it would shorten the reach over the long reach X, however I will eventually be placing the X on a barge. I will then be able to access the areas that I would have otherwise been able to with the long reach, but have the advantage of running a hammer and other...
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    "Add a Stick" or "Extendavators" ?

    Any experiences out there with the "add a stick" or "extendavators"? Opinions... I will be using it for dredging soft silt areas... How much do they cost? Thx, ez
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    X for small marina

    These look very promising... Any idea how much they cost? Or any pre owned ones out there? Thx, ez
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    X for small marina

    I had thought of this approach … even drove 500 miles to look at a P&H crane for $35,000 in Los Angeles. The crane was nice but turned out to be a little to heavy for the barge size I am restricted to (25ft to 30ft by 45ft to 60ft ~ still looking for one of these also). I looked into sectional...
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    X for small marina

    Possibilities Well thought out and well put... I would not be changing the arms on a regular basis... I have thought of a few ideas that would simplify the process of change the arms out if I do go with one machine. My idea is to weld together two separate storage racks (one for each...
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    How Did You Find Us?

    Don't be "STUPID" That’s easy... My brother told me ... "Don't be stupid and buy the wrong machine" ... "Join heavyequipmentforums and ask those with more experience in similar applications ... you might like it... He was right... Thx Bro ez
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    How to reseat tire bead?

    rachet I have used the ratchet strap on my 12 x 16.5 on both Bobcats and john Deere’s and it does work but does require a little persuasion at times. You will need a heavy duty strap about 3" wide. They cost about $20 at Lowes or Depot. Be careful... Only put enough air to start the bead...
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    X for small marina

    You sound very familiar so if you don’t mind I would like to run my scenario by you as follows: Most of the work I will be doing will be with the machine positioned on a levy about 5ft to 8ft above the water surface (depending upon the tide) and set back from the waters edge about 10ft – 12ft...
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    X for small marina

    Yes I believe you… Doing this was suggested to me by a dealer trying to convince me to buy a standard machine and then sell me a new long reach setup for it with the added advantage of having both configurations. I kind of anticipated hiring some of the jobs out that I may only do once...
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    X for small marina

    Thanks, that is reassuring. I am leaning toward a nice looking Linkbelt 210 right now but was unsure of their performance capabilities. The lighter undercarriage may prove an advantage while working from a small barge.
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    X for small marina

    I'm a retired contractor and my wife and I have purchased a small marina as a semi retirement plan and am looking for a medium duty excavator that can perform light dredging, levy work and some upgrades for the marina. Also, I will be configuring the machine for a long reach boom when...
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    Refueling Equipment

    I have a marina and use the fuel for maintenance equipment and support boats. I don't have any trailers so I don't use any 6x6 trucks. Regulations are going to vary considerably by location, even by county location within the same state. You should call your local fire marshal they will be able...
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    Refueling Equipment

    If space isn't an issue I recommend you look into a fuel storage tank in excess of 1400 gallons. Reasoning is that most bulk fuel price breaks for delivery start at 1000 gallons. It depends on the wholesaler. I purchase diesel fro General Petroleum at a significantly reduced price when buying...
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    What Attachments Do You Use?

    Sickle bar mower I use a 7' Sickle bar mower on a Bobcat 863 that can be raised to a vertical position and elevated to 17ft. I purchased it at skidsteersolutions and have been very happy with their service after the sale.
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