Sort of tractor related, skidsteer,skidloader??

Borrowing Dads handle,with his permission, for a couple of questions about newer Skidsteer, skidloader information.Our Bobcat (722) is getting to an age where I'm thinking of a second backup skidsteer,skidloader. Now this in mind, what ones are still made(not new) but atleast in the late80's-early 90's that are hand and foot controlled,still parts availability,and around 35-45 hp,& atleast 12-1500# lift capacity.We don't use any hydraulic add-ons,such as brush cutters,or such,So a high flow is not needed.Most of what it's used for is picking up split firewood and dumping it in the truck, some leveling of ground(backdrag driveway, building material handling, and sometimes snow removal.Tires are best, as track wearing and breaking,when I would have to wait to get a new one,is definately out.I can always get a tire or repair one when needed.Place where I worked used to buy Cat skidsteers, and within 1000 hours the oil pump quit or lost the pickup tube,now according to the field mechanic, who changed the engine($10,000 cost) it was a common failure to that engine, so Cat is out. It would have to be in either of the following brands, as for dealers around here, we are limited. Case, John Deere,New Holland,Bobcat.
Out of those, which of you have had the least problems with them.I would like to get a longer wheelbase than our Bobcat(722) as sometimes it is a little rough,(bouncing) when traveling over some terrain,and extra wheel base is helpful in taking care of tipping forward.Any information is appreciated.
Thanks,
Vic

If you're looking for something from the mid 80's to mid 90's I'd rule the New Hollands and John Deere's from that era. NH built them for JD. The reason I say this is because although they had a longer wheelbase, they weren't as heavy duty as a Bobcat, Case, and some other brands. You also sat down in them really low and couldn't see the bucket edge. If you have been generally happy with your 722, you may want to stick with Bobcat as your buckets should interchange if your 722 has the Bobtach quick attach. 743/743B's were the most popular skid steers ever made. Later 7753, 763 and 773 have a longer wheelbase and increased lift capacity. The 753 took over from the 743B around 1993/94. Bigger 843's were also very popular. Early models used a Perkins engine and later models used an Isuzu. 853's replaced them. Another Bobcat machine that's a little different but was popular is an 825. The only thing to be more concerned about with an 825 is that the drive chains use the same reservoir as the rest of the hydraulics. Apparently there is an additional filter though. Parts shouldn't be a problem with Bobcat. Cat didn't come out with skid steers till at least the late 90's. If you find something you're interested in, what ever brand, post it on here for some more feedback. There were some good machines in the 80's and 90's as well as some that weren't so good. Dave