[AT] OT: Skidloaders

[Mike Sloane]

That is a good machine, but 4000 is a LOT of hours for one of those 
engines - we used to figure on changing an engine on skid loaders with 
anything from 3-4000 hours. Figure on about $3,000 and higher for an 
exchange engine. Tires also don't last long in skid steer operation, 
especially if they are used on pavement. If they are worn smooth, better 
price out a set before committing to the machine (and if they are foam 
filled, better figure on replacing the rims - it is almost impossible to 
get the tires off the rims if foam filled).

Mike

Phil Vorwerk - Printwear Graphics wrote:
> My brother is looking to buy a used skidloader, and a John Deere unit down
> the street has caught his eye.  He asked me what I knew about skidloaders,
> and I told him I don’t know much, but I think I know where to ask.  This
> particular unit is a 1995 JD 6675 with about 4000 hours showing on the
> meter.  Anybody have any thoughts or experience with this unit?  Anybody
> have a unit they’d rather sell him that isn’t too far from Southern
> Minnesota?
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> (Classic ulterior motive here; I have a few projects at home that a
> skidloader would make short work of, so I sure wouldn’t mind seeing him end
> up with one……..)
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> Phil V
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> Courtland, MN
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> (No asparagus ready here yet, but should be pretty quick.)
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