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Anyone got an opinion on the LS MT7101? And LS in general? How about compared to Mahinda?

OK, I can tell you that I bought a new 249D3. The price I paid was 64000. I think I will like it, but I have not had time to figure it out, just to busy and it is still late winter. I will update as time progresses, but I will want to get used to it before I do. I want to thank all of you so...

If you want to do this, go with the torch set Wrangler has suggested, they work well and last a long time for small projects. Here is what I would recommend. Look into Silphos as a solder/brazing material. It can do copper, brass, and steel, and works well when you do it right. The real neat...

Thanks for this informative info, after a great deal of research I am 99 percent sure I will go with a Cat 249D3, and I will fill you all in on it when it happens and give you updates on price and other info I have learned. Price was a big part of it, Cat was very reasonable compared to others.

And you have to cover the government fees, like taxes, Social Security, licensing, compliance fees, and future legal fees, I guess I am tired of the government!

I once hired a guy by the hour who was reasonable, his machine was junk and he billed me for two repairs while he was here. It was not a good deal!

One of my biggest issues in business is the people who weasel a bunch of time out of me as they are either weasels or I am just too nice of a guy. I would have been long retired had I billed out my full hours over the years. I did not mind doing a bit extra, but it gets old after they pull...

These machines vary a bunch in price, but I have a few reasonable prices, and the best one I think is from Cat. I will let you know what I decide and the prices. Thanks for all your interest and great input.

in price a bunch, I have three prices now and Cat comes in with the best price, and John Deere is the highest. They are not exact comparisons, and I think I am going with the Cat, but John Deere has a few things I wish I got on the Cat. I will share the prices when I am done. I wish I was...

Thanks, I will look at it and glad to hear you have good luck with yours.

I had not thought about case, I will take a look, but I don't need a big one over 10,000 LBS. Thanks for the info!

I will look into that, I do have a dealer close and the price looks good.

Thanks for that info, I had no idea on the DPF system. My issue with that is that I hate to run engines wide open as I usually don't need that much power and I like to save fuel and wear and tear. The info on that filter is that they like to run warm in order to keep them clean.

I looked this over and think it has potential, and no DEF, but it does have the particulate filter and that might be as bad or worse. I will look into it and thanks for the suggestion. I see it is made in Iowa, which is a plus in my opinion. Do you all know that if you want a 4-wheel drive...

Twenty years ago that would have been exactly what I would do, and the machine you showed me seems like a steal. I can fix most things, but I am at the point in my life I don't like to anymore.

I have a John Deere dealer close to me, and I had not considered one. I know I am looking at the smaller size, about 70 horse power as that is plenty for me and it might offer no DEF. I also would like your personal Bobcat opinion as overall the people here tend to shy away, and I think they...

Thanks for some great perspective, I do need it on hand for some odd jobs I do, so I will buy one. Have you or others had any experience with John Deere?

This looks interesting, but not likely something I will buy for a couple of reasons. I have no dealer within 500 miles, and while I think they might have great potential, I think I have better options. Thanks for the suggestion, I had no info on them.

Thanks for the input, what was life like before these machines were available?

I will strongly consider Cat, and look into what they offer.

I had the same thought, and I am hoping to hear some follow-up on this, as my only close dealer is Bobcat, thanks for your input.

This is very interesting, I hope to hear from other Bobcat people. The one I am somewhat interested is the R series T66. But I am completely open to what might be a better product. Price is not as important as the quality and comfort of the machine.

That is a very helpful bunch of info, thanks a bunch. Now I think I have a new question: What would you prefer to buy as a 5-year-old machine? I fully intend to buy a new one, but I am old and it will get sold as a low-hour machine someday.

I wonder also, I have not called a dealer yet as I am not sure what I want.

Anyone out there, who might have an opinion is welcome to weigh in, Bobcat has some incentives at this time and I have been considering one.

I I have only heard good things about Bobcat, so can you give a few details on them slipping in their standing?

They don't seem to have much of a network in my area, but I agree they have a good following, and I think for a good reason.

You have made a great point, I tend to be so fiscally conservative that we would all be driving on dirt roads if they had asked me if we should pave them!

OK, that is very interesting, I will likely choose one of those now that I know that. I felt that this info was what I needed to help make the right decision. So now I will ask if the fully enclosed cab is the way to go, I am sure most of you will say yes, but I don't mind spending the extra...

Very interesting points, I would plan on some long days, but only 10 a year at the most. As far as the door, I guess I will look at that option, but I will likely get what comes with whatever I buy.

OK, it will include work in hills, logging roads, general dirt moving, leveling, trenching, and just about everything you can imagine. Log moving, forklift work, brush clearing and moving, and some farm work. I know these are not good on frozen ground, but I will try. I am not sure what door...

That is a fascinating report, a first-hand experience, so thanks for the input

Wow, this is a great list of things to consider and lots of valuable thought. Thanks for the info!

Thanks for the input, Gehl was either built by or a clone of Takekuchyi, is that still the case? It would be interesting to see a list of 70 horsepower units with features and list prices along with specs.

Kind of a simple question, and I could not find anything like this so I am posting a new link. I would like to know opinions and facts about the overall reliability and design features in your opinions and if you have unbiased comparisons. Thanks a bunch, this is a great place to expand one's...

There has to be more to the story like is this a new trend in world products? Raw materials have not dropped, so there must be a bit of a surplus. So be sure to give us an update on the tractor!

Thanks for the reply, but that makes sense, and I just want to be sure. I also can't find that fluid-level reservoir!

Sorry for putting this here, but I have worn a hole in my steering hose, and I can't figure out where I add new fluid for the steering. Anyone know the answer on my P 7040 LS?

I have a gehl Track loader with the factory flat face connectors, I had a grapple connected and somehow damaged the female connector on the machine. I ordered a new one, got it, and put it on, but I can't get the hose in far enough to connect. The other hose connects no problem, I have not...

I am brand new here, but would like to know what you all would recommend for price and reliability and parts? I am looking for a 40 HP 4X4.