In response to AKFish comment, I am looking for a good machine to move a substantial uncompacted overburden of soil, mixed clay and assorted glacial gumbo to reach a nice sand lense which is about 8 feet under ground. I need about 350 to 400 yards of sand which will have to be moved about 1200 feet and placed on the shore for later deposition on geotextile fabric. Now, the kicker: I can move it by buying a machine, for a lot less that the quotes I got from the contractor. Thanks for the advice. Call me with any other ideas at 810 247 1840.