Posted by JML755 on March 18, 2009 at 08:51:39 from (66.184.63.110):
In Reply to: backhoes posted by Rick(MN) on March 18, 2009 at 08:15:27:
Oldoaky 2 said: (quoted from post at 11:15:27 03/18/09) I am looking for a older backhoe that is built like the old M or John deeres that just dont wear out. Been looking at some Case and Ford in different models but just know anything about the good old models. I dont think I want a 3 cylinder. I know there are some backhoe operators out there and would like your opinion. thank you so much.
I bought an older Ford backhoe several yrs ago. Model 755 made in 1980. It's a moose, 2wd, was designed for city sewer work mostly. It's seen better days, the pins are somewhat loose, I've had to replace the radiator, hydraulic hoses, but it is a rugged machine and a lot of the parts are readily available on the aftermarket. If you're not trying to make a living with the unit, you'll probably do okay with an older machine. I worry about the transmission the most but I talked to a dealer mechanic and he said that he's never had to tear one apart. Said they're pretty bullet-proof. Even the engine rebuild kits seem to be reasonable over the Internet. It's a 4cylinder turbo diesel, I've had the injection pump rebuilt and on cooler days, it needs a shot of ether to start so I suspect it's not running like it should and probably needs a ring job. But for my weeekend use (probably don't put 80 hrs per year on it) it's great. I figure it paid for itself by letting me put my gravel driveway in by myself. I use it mostly to move dirt around and pull stumps. It's great for that.
Anyway, if you can find a decent older Ford backhoe, I wouldn't be afraid of it. Can't say anything about other mfrs.
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