How To Buy A GOOD Used Machine Backhoe Tractor Excavator Man Time

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Here's the list and happy hunting

Don’t be in a rush
Set yourself up for success
Know what you want to do
What equipment will do that, and future projects?
Do you need it right now or can you wait?
If not you get what’s available
Do your research
What are good machines? What do you see on the side of the road working?
Talk to neighbors & other current owners for pro’s and con’s
Are spare parts and consumables are available? Filters, pins, belts, hoses, clutch, Engine?
What’s local for parts? For me Mahinda, New Holland, Cat, Kubota lesser, JD is a drive.
Know what you want (narrow range) Mfg. Type, 4x4, trans type.
Know your price range and market vs new
What the used market? CL, Market Place, Ebay
How much to rent? How long will you need it?
What’s the new market $$$
How much do you have to spend?
How much are you going to have to spend?
Do in-depth inspections
Bring tools and flashlight
Ask questions
Check fluids (all casesno water)
Check pins, zirks, belts, service records
Know your skill level / deterioration analysis
Can you fix wiring issues?
Can you change a clutch? Hydrostatic or E-shift
Can you rebuild an engine?
Have your criteria sets, Mine Are;
True Clutch
Few Electronics – manual leavers and linkage vs wires
Diesel
4x4 want but no R4 tires
No Plastic
Once you get it
Don’t be in a rush – How do you eat an elephant?
Change filters and belts
Repair wear parts systematically or as they break?
Do the work right and fix other stuff while you’re in there.

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