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Sometimes it's better just to rent for awhile. Try and make a deal with the rental company and see if you can rent the machine by calling it on and off rent.
That is what we did for awhile. They let us keep the machine and when we had a job we called and let them know we were using it again, and then when we were done with it we called it off rent, got it moved back to our yard and then when a new job came up we would do the same thing. It work great.
6:29 AM
I appreciate the response from everyone, and for the time being i think renting the iron is the best for us. We don't have the market yet for a whole bunch of teardowns and the money will probably be better spent on another mini excavator, skidsteer, and a terminator machine.
In CT for demolition, asbestos, mold, and lead - Hazpros.com (sorry for the gratuitous plug).
5:59 AM
March 5, 2008
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It all depends on what rental company you purchase from. Some distributors have a high quality rental fleet that are maintained in excelenant condition and are repaired as needed and/or scheduled. Some rentals are for weekenders and more abuse from "O'ive operated my whole life (while signing the rental form)". As always let the buyer beware.
No disrespect to anyone but buying a rental machine is nothing but nightmares from what i've heard.
8:23 AM
September 22, 2006
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I would go with the 160 as well
6:42 AM
March 5, 2008
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I would go with the 160 do not forget removing the basement and foundation can be very tough on a smaller machine.
A 120/ 160 is a good size for houses, it's easy to move in and out of neighborhoods. Go with a thumb so you can have double the use of your attachment.
I have used a 160 with thumb for many house demo's. I posted a couple photos of a 3 family (3 floors and walk up attic) on a very tight steep slope.I like the machine very much.
I have looked into purchase many times, however, it all comes down to billable machine hours over the course of the finance program, its tough to have iron sitting in the yard your making payments on. We have been renting a fair amount over the years and for us its working.
I have a great relationship with a National rental house, the rates are good, on time deliveries and a great response to on-site maint. or service. I would recommend renting until your sure the machine is working enough.
The company I rent from has a few used 160's for sale, they also offer a rent to purchase program where 80% of your rental goes towards your purchase of the particular machine on rental (not a bad deal if you have a good sized project going). I picked up a TB135 with a hydraulic thumb, enclosed cab...nice piece. I think your in CT so I can give you salesman's contact numbers, might not hurt to talk to him. We are in MA. Let me know
Good Luck
7:05 AM
We are considering purchasing a used excavator for mostly tearing down houses. We have been subbing the work out recently and feel that by doing it in house we can save a lot of hassle and make more money doing it ourselves. I have been looking into John Deere models 120c and 160d machines with a thumb. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what machines they prefer for this application. Thanks for the help everyone!
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