3PH Post Hole Digger vs Rim Guard?

[k0ua]

Instead of the PHD, perhaps you could ask for a bit more from the dealer.. The Rimguard fill, some hooks welded on the FEL bucket and a service and parts manual for your tractor.(often $150) I think this would be a bit more fair.. or ask about the first service, maybe he would do that or at least throw in all the filters for you to do it.. They hydraulic and hydrostatic filters are pretty expensive. The three oil filters (oil, hydro and hydraulic) are a bit over $100 on the Kioti. You can ask for air and fuel too..Air maybe $25, and fuel maybe $10.. Just some ideas.

 

[oosik]

My tractor came with around 68 gallons of Rim Guard in each tire. In this area I think its about $2.00/gallon which includes installation. If you are looking for $800 fair swap I think a complete filter package and free first service would even things a bit more.

Look at what James suggests in post #11. I'd definitely get more out of this swap than just rim guard filled tires.

Besides, unless you are planning on putting in a lot of wooden posts then you won't need an auger.

 

[JBourquin]

You could always sell the PHD and pay to have the tires filled, then pocket the difference. Rim guard around here is around $2-$3 a gallon.

 

[murphy1244]

I think I'm going to try to negotiate the price of the tractor + loader first, then work out attachments and add-ons (including Rim Guard) from there so the price of the Rim Guard isn't so fuzzy.

Smart move. Start with tractor prices, don't let him sway you towards cheap implements.

 

[TomSeller]

A hydraulic SSQA one starts at over $2k on Craigslist. The nice thing there in addition to down pressure is reverse for when you get the augur stuck. No reverse on a PTO, just your arms & a huge pipe wrench.
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I have a SSQA hydraulic PHD on the FEL, well worth the money. Not dangerous to use like a 3pt either.