Nervous about buying

[jamtuc]

Thanks guys I logged 2 hours the first day. Everything works great. My wife said that we now have to discuss (before I start digging) all holes that are being dug. Evidently its not OK to just arbitrarilly dig holes where I think one needs to be. Even though I fill them right back in. This thing is so cool. Buyers Remorse is all gone now. :thumbsup:

Anyone interested in a B1700 in really good condition? Just a little dirty.

Jamie

 

[techwrtr2]

Why sell the older tractor. Always nice to have multiple tractors around.

The backhoe is something that you won't use every day but it sure is nice to have when a project expands suddenly without warning. Get a thumb on it. I wish I had one myself.

 

[Tenn_Blue]

I went through the same type of anguish several years ago. As a city-boy transplanted to 30 acres of Tennessee country, I knew we needed a tractor, but was amazed at what they cost, and the different brands, options, etc. We started with an old Mitsubishi tractor, but decided to get a new Deere (2320) that was more reliable and powerful. Was amazed at how many things we ended up using the tractor for - things I never thought of using it on. More recently, we "needed" a backhoe, so I got a mini-ex to go with the tractor. I like having seperate equipment so I can run one and the wife can run the other. But each decision was hard to make, even though they were justified purchases, hard to write the check for something you don't have much experience with.
But now, if you took them away from me, I don't know how we would get anything done! So take a deep breath, and if it was a logical purchase, it will turn out ok!

 

[flyingcow]

A thumb on the hoe is a nice addition.

I got a set of pallet forks(Q/A) for my firewood pallets, but I use those forks all the time. Everytime i clean the garage out, move seasonal stuff in and out, I strap the items to a pallet. Makes it nice.

Nice tractor, no longer nervous? Good.

 

[scoutcub]

Great lookin machine! You'll be able to do lots of "projects" with that rig....Enjoy!

Why sell the older tractor. Always nice to have multiple tractors around.

I agree....!

 

[Ford tractor]

She asked if I would be using this for commercial use. I told her I might dig some waterlines or something like that but not as a business. I was told I would have to have commercial insurance because I have a backhoe.......buuuttt if I only use it for farming ie... I can rake hay for anyone all over the state of KY... the insurance is only 1\8th the price. I am confused

Why 8x the price for commercial?

Price out the repair cost and lost service cost when you cut a fiber bundle

Then check the costs when you cut a gas line plus YOU have to pay for the extra heating bills for those that were cut off and any damages like from freezing.

Real easy to hit 5 digits.

PLUS a "commercial" user will put more hours on the machine per year, so the risk exposure is higher.

I some areas, if you have "commercial" insurance on equipment, you need commercial insurance on the truck and trailer because you are a "commercial" enterprise. Some require USDOT numbers and all the trimmings like a big rig (extra fuses, flares, inspections, hour log, med checks, etc etc etc). Once you crack open that can of worms it gets both tricky and expensive real fast. Might be smart to get a lawyer involved to protect your assets.

 

[k0ua]

See, I knew you would love it.:thumbsup: You have a great rig, and will get a lot of things done you never even imagined. enjoy
James K0UA

 

[b2910]

Why 8x the price for commercial?

Price out the repair cost and lost service cost when you cut a fiber bundle

Then check the costs when you cut a gas line plus YOU have to pay for the extra heating bills for those that were cut off and any damages like from freezing.

Real easy to hit 5 digits.

PLUS a "commercial" user will put more hours on the machine per year, so the risk exposure is higher.

I some areas, if you have "commercial" insurance on equipment, you need commercial insurance on the truck and trailer because you are a "commercial" enterprise. Some require USDOT numbers and all the trimmings like a big rig (extra fuses, flares, inspections, hour log, med checks, etc etc etc). Once you crack open that can of worms it gets both tricky and expensive real fast. Might be smart to get a lawyer involved to protect your assets.

How do those pitfalls apply if he rents/leases his tractor to his cousin even if he is not doing the work? Along the same line of thought, if someone lets a neighbor borrow their tractor and they do some damage as you mentioned do you as the owner also have liability? I am guessing the normal owner's insurance would not cover this type of incident either.

 

[jamtuc]

k0ua,

Is your tractor's pump very loud? Especially in high range.

 

[k0ua]

Yes, pretty loud in Hi range, But, In my opinion HI range is strictly for road gear on flat land, it is totally useless here in the extremely hilly land I have around here. 90 percent of the time my tractor stays in low range, I operate some in MED. when I want to travel fast, and it is my road gear in these hills. All work is performed in LO range, When the Hydro is complaining loudly, you need to drop a range down. Also it seems like the Hydro Whine is a little less now after 50 hours than it was when new.
James K0UA