If I am not spoiled, as I get older I want to be. After many years on open cab equipment, the last two pieces have cabs and I will never go back. I do think I am more productive with the cab but do feel I loose a little situational awareness.
I 2nd that, The only luxury I had as a young operator was a reversible fan and a curtain on a D8, always had a pair of insulated coveralls and gloves in the pickup. Ate a lot of dirt, ashes were the worst. Glad I did what I did but wouldn't want to go back.If I am not spoiled, as I get older I want to be. After many years on open cab equipment, the last two pieces have cabs and I will never go back. I do think I am more productive with the cab but do feel I loose a little situational awareness.
I 2nd that, The only luxury I had as a young operator was a reversible fan and a curtain on a D8, always had a pair of insulated coveralls and gloves in the pickup. Ate a lot of dirt, ashes were the worst. Glad I did what I did but wouldn't want to go back.
Ha ha , not sub zero like some people I know but the wet fog we get is chilly and wind is wind, suffered more in the 105 degree heat.Hey Dan, Were you suffering in the cold in Central California as a young operator.
Ha ha , not sub zero like some people I know but the wet fog we get is chilly and wind is wind, suffered more in the 105 degree heat.
So a few days ago I drove from my heated garage over to a friends farm. Myself and another buddy parked in his heated shop. rode to local pub for $1 burger night.:thumbsup
Came back and drove my pickup out of his warn shop back to my heated garage. No need for a heavy jacket. It was -15F. Spoiled yes. Sure was nice though. ha