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    Allis Chalmers M100 motor grader

    Looking for info and input on the Allis Chalmers M100 graders. There is one for sale local to me I've been thinking about buying. And just wanted some input and info from people more familiar with these machines than I am. Thanks.
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    Driver qualification file

    I recently applied for my Dot number and have been getting the calls from the compliance companies they say that I need to have driver qualification file for all drivers (I am the only driver). Do I need to have a file on myself? I am in the state of PA. Thanks
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    20 ton trailer license plate placement

    So I recently bought a 20 ton eager beaver trailer and the license plate is mounted to the support leg on the ramps the factory position, on the eager beavers at least, is like is shown in this image I found online the problem with it being mounted there is whenever the back of the trailer drags...
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    Cummins L-10 manual oil pressure test

    Looking at a dump truck with a Cummins L-10 engine oil pressure gauge appears inoperable in pictures. So I'm wondering if there is a easy spot to tap into with a manual gauge to test oil pressure. Engine is electronic. Truck is not local to my area.
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    Insurance for single axle dump truck

    I'm thinking about buying a single axle dump truck to use as I'm trying to start an excavating company part time on the side at first then full time as work picks up. I am just wondering what others are paying for insurance for a single axle dump with air brakes and 33,000gvwr. Am I better off...
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    Mobilization prices for compact equipment.

    Wondering what you guys charge to locally move skid loaders, mini excavators etc. using F250-F550 size trucks with trailer. Or do you figure it into the machines hourly rate.
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    Ford F-650 GCWR

    Would anyone have any idea what the GCWR is for a Ford F-650 with a 26000lb GVWR. Or even how the GCWR is calculated?
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    Looking at possibly buying Ford F-650

    I've been looking for a dump truck to use doing some of my small excavating jobs I do on the side. There is a 2000 Ford F-650 26,000lbs GVWR, manual transmission, with a Cummins 5.9 with hydraulic brakes at an upcoming auction. I've had experience driving F-550 size trucks with hydraulic brakes...
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    What are your hourly rates?

    This is my first post so hopefully it's in the right place. I wanted to create a specific thread for individuals to post the hourly rates they are charging per machine trackhoe, backhoe, skidloader, roller, trackloader ect.. If you would please include with the hourly rate for each machine the...
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