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    Really dumb question about excavators/

    What makes an excavator more desirable than a comparably sized backhoe/loader. It seems to me that a backhoe/loader would be better because it can do more than just dig but i'm sure I'm missing something. Thanks Steve.
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    I need help please,overheating JD 310

    Hello our 94 JD 310 backhoe which generaly is in very good shape just started overheating. My son roaded it about 6 miles on flat ground, elevation 4500 feet ,O.A.T 101 F. This unit has no temp gauge only a waning light and buzzer, neither of which alarmed. As he was driving the radiator fill...
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    You guys don't know what you are talking about!

    I was watching the 6:00 oclock news tonight. They showed a clip of a new construction site where there where two scrapers, one loader,two backhoes and a trackhoe. The news chick called them all bulldozers. Not the fancy schmanzy names you guys use. So now I know you guys are all fakes and she...
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    tools for sale mostly Snap-On

    My best friend is retiring after 50 yes 50 years as an A&P/IA. He has four roll-away tool boxes full of mostly Snap-On tools. If you have any thoughts as to the best way to sell these please let me know. If you or someone you know is interested please contact me. my e-mail is...
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    engine heater for JD 310g

    Howdy all, We recently bought a used 310 from a city in the Bay area. This unit is not equipped with a 110v engine heater which I think we need for up here in Northern Nevada. Any tips or thoughts on the best. I am leaning towards one that installs in a freeze plug but am open to suggestions...
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    anything I should watch out for on a JD 310d

    My father in law just bought a used JD 310D from the city of Vallejo CA. Overall it seems to be in very good shape. No dents,broken glass,torn seats etc. My guess is this machine was used by a limited number of or maybe even one operator. There are some pins that need replacing but little else...
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    Need a shop manual for JD 310 D

    Heya. My dad in law just bought a 95 JD 310D. Does anybody know of a good source for shop manuals for this critter? The manual need not be new. Thanks in advance for your help. Steve
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    E R O P S ?

    Howdy all. I'm new to the forum. In searching ads for used backhoes I have seen the acronym erops. Could someone please tell me what it means? I did a search but no luck. Thank you in advance.
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