I think repairs a lot of the time is the result of the operator
Some because of maintenance or lack there off. Some people have the talent of fixing and recognizing the issues, others just drive it until it says "no".
We expect a lot from our machines today and the more acres we farm the harder we push.
We then blame the unit for being a poor one. I can make a 5-10 year old combines work just fine without huge downtime or repairs. Maybe someday I won't be as lucky.
I think too many spend big bucks upgrading because of the fear of breakdowns and costly repairs/downtime. You either spend it up front or an unknown exact amount on repairs. Your choice.
Sooner or later you do need to upgrade or invest in equipment. I just don't get the every year thing that some do.
Just my opinion
Some because of maintenance or lack there off. Some people have the talent of fixing and recognizing the issues, others just drive it until it says "no".
We expect a lot from our machines today and the more acres we farm the harder we push.
We then blame the unit for being a poor one. I can make a 5-10 year old combines work just fine without huge downtime or repairs. Maybe someday I won't be as lucky.
I think too many spend big bucks upgrading because of the fear of breakdowns and costly repairs/downtime. You either spend it up front or an unknown exact amount on repairs. Your choice.
Sooner or later you do need to upgrade or invest in equipment. I just don't get the every year thing that some do.
Just my opinion
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