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    Electric motor conversion: Chevy V8 550 hp

    Replacing a Chevy with a Tesla motor definitely isn't economical, but that's rarely the point with muscle cars. I kept it simple and bought the Tesla motors from Tesla. :ROFLMAO:
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    2020-21 Grapple truck builds. One of the last glider kits ever made.

    It is a double frame. I haven't measured the sides thickness, yet. 22klb/46klb steer/drives. Only having 68 gallons of fuel saves nearly 1klb over my previous truck. I doubt this is a forever truck, but for the money I couldn't see passing it up. Losing power with heat.... I wonder where...
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    2020-21 Grapple truck builds. One of the last glider kits ever made.

    Thanks, I want and wanted to build the truck I wanted, but that deal came along while an opportunity to buy a chassis did not. I like it substantially better than my previous grapple truck, a similarly built but older Western Star that weighed ~47klb empty.
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    2020-21 Grapple truck builds. One of the last glider kits ever made.

    I bought this grapple truck a couple weeks ago, was surprised at its lack of weight. 2020 VHD R62, 22k/46k/~13k axles with a 500hp D13. Rotobec 910, 27’. There are a few things that are dumb about it, one being only 68 gallons of fuel capacity. Another being the tag axle/tire selection...
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    2020-21 Grapple truck builds. One of the last glider kits ever made.

    I’m enjoying the thread/build. Couple thoughts… I agree on 180* being a good “normal” max operating temp, 110* isn’t much over ambient and isn’t hot enough to get water out of the oil. Over ~180* conventional oil starts oxidizing at an exponential rate with the temp climb. My normal never...
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    Who's using mini excavators?

    I've used a Kubota KX057 for going on 8 years. Primarily with a thumb, but I've had a grapple saw for it as well. Dangle grapples are quick, rigid are better for manipulation.
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    Separating business from personal assets

    Rental income, like investment/trading income is unearned income and thus not subject to self employment tax, which is 15.3%
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    Separating business from personal assets

    No self employment tax on rental income.
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    500i or 661

    I wouldn’t sell a saw to buy one, but I wouldn’t buy a 46x or 66x over a 500i. To clarify, my 500i is ported.
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    500i or 661

    Before I went from a 46X to a 66X... The 500i can replace both without issue. Very happy with it, reminds me I should probably order another.
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    Avant 420 and branch manager grapple

    Which joystick? Have more pictures?
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    Articulated loaders (other options?)

    A wheel loader is better for forwarding material, an excavator is better for handling material... there's overlap in their abilities, but different strengths for sure.
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    Issues getting insurance for rental lift?

    1.5% is a normal rate for inland marine, add some fees and your numbers are spot on.
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    Knowing how hard you can safely push your chainsaw?

    Yep, if it fits the bar mount and sprocket, it’ll pull it with no harm... as long as the chain is sharp. Not a horrific example, but way back in the day I’d run 36” bar with normal (non skip chain) on an 044 in south east hardwoods... slow, but it works fine.
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    Knowing how hard you can safely push your chainsaw?

    With a sharp chain and proper operation, you can cut whatever size wood you want with no ill effect. I’ve made 3’ felling cuts with a 16” bar on a top handled saw… slow but otherwise not an issue.
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    Mini platform in front of truck

    Options affect pricing, so does the shortage. Mine is a 33k GVW, 350HP/Allison, plumbed for trailer brakes, dual 50 gallon tanks, power mirrors and windows, differential lock, 7/16” 120ksi frame… those are the high points that come to mind.
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    Mini platform in front of truck

    A new M2 106 cab and chassis is in the $80’s now. I paid $85.6k delivered.
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    2015 Nifty SD64 4x4x4

    @jrad1 When did you buy your machine? (Is it still under warranty?) You’ll need a calibration tool for the sensor. Working out the details on getting you that. Carl
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    Pads under outriggers on a rental lift?

    Normally they should come with them. Yes you need them. You can use suitable wood.
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    2015 Nifty SD64 4x4x4

    I can do some checking.

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