is it worth it? LX665 turbo

[inthebush]

hey everyone, just wondering about this deal that I found. Any advice would be appreciated. 1999 New Holland LX665 turbo , 2550 hrs, straight edged bucket, new chains and bearings, 2 new tip cylinders on bucket, new seat. tires at 60%, oils changes every 60hrs... used by home owner for around the house and barn cleaning.. $8500.00 cad what do you all think? Good deal/not worth it/reasonable and what should I be aware of when I go and look at it thanks

 

[jerry]

sounds reasonable to me but I don't know what the exchange rate is right now from us to ca. really look at the boom pivot points where the quick tach fastens. I think they are prone to wear and breakage right there. Mine has been redone on one side and was not done properly. If those pins are worn they are around 75 us each. The machine is very stable , starts very good in cold weather. you will have to watch in indoors as the boom arms will punch holes in the ceiling before the bucket reaches that height. I have evidence of that. repair manual is available electronicly also.

 

[inthebush]

sounds reasonable to me but I don't know what the exchange rate is right now from us to ca. really look at the boom pivot points where the quick tach fastens. I think they are prone to wear and breakage right there. Mine has been redone on one side and was not done properly. If those pins are worn they are around 75 us each. The machine is very stable , starts very good in cold weather. you will have to watch in indoors as the boom arms will punch holes in the ceiling before the bucket reaches that height. I have evidence of that. repair manual is available electronicly also.

Jerry, thanks for that. I'll check that pivot point over good just in case. thanks