hey everyone, I am creating a new thread on this, (I asked this question inside a thread about an idle issue I am working on with my existing Power Major)
I'm planning to go have a look at this unit: http://albany.craigslist.org/grd/5468628346.html
in the next few days. Spoke to the owner: Apparently running well, though one of the cylinders on the backhoe needs a rebuild. Used to dig a foundation 15 years ago, lightly used since then. Injectors & fuel pump replaced 15 years ago, but no other work done since then.
looking for general input on this unit (price, performance of the hoe, etc).
My current Power Major is quite an impressive unit, but lacks bucket; I like having mulitple units that are identical, as it makes easier to work on for me. I figure one for plowing and 3 pt implements, and one for digging / dirt moving would make a nice farm combo for the coming years.
What i'm wondering is how functional were these units with BackHoe attachment / how did it come to be (both loader and Hoe are aftermarket?).
My primary uses will be trenching to bury water line (600'), trenching for electrical and water around a new homestead, and digging for various agricultural needs.
My secondary goal is to preserve and keep these old engineering marvels running and in use.
Anyone operate these? Will I be able to get stuff done with the unit? Or better to invest in a newer PurposeBuilt BackHoe?
Thanks for any feedback, and also the feedback already given under my other post.
E
I'm planning to go have a look at this unit: http://albany.craigslist.org/grd/5468628346.html
in the next few days. Spoke to the owner: Apparently running well, though one of the cylinders on the backhoe needs a rebuild. Used to dig a foundation 15 years ago, lightly used since then. Injectors & fuel pump replaced 15 years ago, but no other work done since then.
looking for general input on this unit (price, performance of the hoe, etc).
My current Power Major is quite an impressive unit, but lacks bucket; I like having mulitple units that are identical, as it makes easier to work on for me. I figure one for plowing and 3 pt implements, and one for digging / dirt moving would make a nice farm combo for the coming years.
What i'm wondering is how functional were these units with BackHoe attachment / how did it come to be (both loader and Hoe are aftermarket?).
My primary uses will be trenching to bury water line (600'), trenching for electrical and water around a new homestead, and digging for various agricultural needs.
My secondary goal is to preserve and keep these old engineering marvels running and in use.
Anyone operate these? Will I be able to get stuff done with the unit? Or better to invest in a newer PurposeBuilt BackHoe?
Thanks for any feedback, and also the feedback already given under my other post.
E