Dodge jr
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Hi all, I’m in the market for a Cat 953 and I need some info on the differences between models and years. I understand there were some changes with controls and drives, etc. and I’d like to know specifics. Pro and cons.
I understand that there were long sticks, short sticks, and joystick for boom/bucket operations. Long sticks aren’t very efficient compare to the others because of reach? I believe joysticks are the simplest and most efficient but only came in newer machines? My budget is around $70k so newer isn’t affordable. How did the controls change throughout the years?
Also, within my budget, what is the most reliable and efficient setup. I understand I’m getting a very used machine that will most likely need a hydraulic hose replaced frequently, undercarriage rebuilt, or rattles me out of the cab. I wouldn’t be surprised if it drank Freon and hydraulic fluid. I’ve owned old equipment, I understand the cost to own. But I want to make sure I get the right model that doesn’t have a list of notorious problems.
Thanks in advance.
I understand that there were long sticks, short sticks, and joystick for boom/bucket operations. Long sticks aren’t very efficient compare to the others because of reach? I believe joysticks are the simplest and most efficient but only came in newer machines? My budget is around $70k so newer isn’t affordable. How did the controls change throughout the years?
Also, within my budget, what is the most reliable and efficient setup. I understand I’m getting a very used machine that will most likely need a hydraulic hose replaced frequently, undercarriage rebuilt, or rattles me out of the cab. I wouldn’t be surprised if it drank Freon and hydraulic fluid. I’ve owned old equipment, I understand the cost to own. But I want to make sure I get the right model that doesn’t have a list of notorious problems.
Thanks in advance.