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Message: <blockquote data-quote="jameslmarchetti70@gmail.c" data-source="post: 141196" data-attributes="member: 24475"><p>I can say this for the many Skid steers out there. The newer they are the less you will be able to fix youself. The digital this and that seem to be problematic for many brands.  So that said, If you are looking at the old ones Look at Case units. They seem to be working out for many. But there are others that are similar that may work for you as well.  What to look for when shopping is how it lifts, tilts, and turns.  Look for excessive wear at the Cylinder pins and see if it shows grease.  Ask these people what they used it for?  Why are you selling? and get paperwork records.  Try to look for low hours if possible.  Don't give them the impression your bitting at the bit to get it.  Ask if you can try it out.  Listen for squeals  when turning.  If the pumps are working the unit should almost turn on a dime.  I own a 1818 Case and had it for years.  It has an  Onan Engine and it still is going strong.  Oil changes are a must.  I use mine as you said you will be using yours for.  Know that the narrower they are the easier they will tip sideways.  That is how I got mine they did not like it due to that but I do. So if your familar with Case look at some that way.  Check the oil to see if it's clean on the dipsticks.  Tires also worn or newer.  Make sure you do the basics.  Test drive it.  If not you may be sorry.  Good Luck!</p></blockquote><p></p>

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