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Originally Posted by Mark_G
The backhoe is a KB 2375. Do owners of this unit like it? How well does it hold up? What should I expect to pay? I know they list around $6500 new, may be in the 5s discounted or package. There are 2 buckets with the backhoe, but I don't recall the sizes.
Thanks,
Mark
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Hey Mark,
I have seen both good and bad about this model. I must admit that I am no expert; however there does appear to be some design flaws with over extension or needing stronger reinforcements around joints and issues with valve assembly that is supposedly a known defect. (From what I have read).
See this link for reference to the need for reinforcements or over extension:
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/k...75-broken.html
See this link about the valve assembly:
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/k...ml#post1419479
Either way I would still think that $5000 for a 2 year old backhoe with no known issues is still on the high side, but I could be wrong, however I have seen aftermarket for $4K new, although probably not great quality.
I would ask if he has had any work done or replacements while under warranty, also make sure you give it a good run though of all of it including the BH, I would suspect to spend more than an hour depending on what is attached!
GL and it might also just be easier to state what you have seen from others with this model to see if he will drop it on site
JMO, like I stated I am not an expert, just offering what I was thinking while drinking and researching that BH! If it makes you feel any better I am considering a New Kioti as one of my top two brands I am going with.
