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Anybody know much about jcb?


I had a lull/traverse lift for a few years, it worked well for me. I sold it this spring for more than I bought it for..

Since I had not framed a new home in over 12 months, I thought that I wouldn't need it anymore. So months later, I have approximately 9 houses available to frame,:rolleyes::rolleyes:

I have narrowed the choices to a 1997 506b jcb.
And a 1998 terex


The terex has fewer hours, but looks more used
The jcb looks nicer.


Both machines are 6k lb 36' lifts (I'm ok with that)

I am assuming that I will be selling this machine in a year or two.

Have you guys got any first hand experience with either?
I've read that the jcb's are unnecessarily complex, and at 15 yrs old can develop gremlins.
Where as the Terex is supposedly a very simple machine, but the resale seems to be lower.

Basically, the bottom line, is I can get the jcb, on my door step for $22500
and the terex for $17400. Unfortunately, I will be purchasing them sight unseen so it is a bit of a gamble either way.
 
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No personal experience...

Both are reputable names...

For that kind of coin maybe hire a local equipment mechanic just to give them a quick look over...:thumbsup:

How about parts/service/repair for them beasts in your area?
 
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Used a NEW JCB for couple years. Thing had no power to lift. It blew a main pump with under 500 hours.
Terex aren't very common around here. JCB/CAT/JLG are the leaders here. Spent minimal time on all of them, in larger sizes than a 6k36; though.
I own a 55' 10k Gradall. Take a peek, they are a lot cheaper in price. I paid sub 50k for a large lift with sub 3k hours in good condition.
Depending on the years of machines your looking at, shop it around. Rental companies may be a good place to start. IronPlanet is always a leading pricing point for equipment.
 
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I bought my first lift in 1988, a JCB 506-36, and it is still going strong
My second lift was a JCB 532 that I bought in 1997 and it too is still working well.
Never any major problems with either one, I recently sold the 532 to another framer, and my 506-36 works every day with me, although it's a little rusty, mechanically it's sound.
 
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Second gradall. At least ck them out. Bought a used one that had low hours and was clean with new tires for 16000 3 yrs ago. That thing turns on a dime with its rear steer.
 
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When I was shopping for lifts.
I would boom all the way out and rack the forks down hard.
The jcb had outriggers and performed poorly on this test.
The back wheels came off the ground
This was probably 5 or 10 years ago though?

I bought an IR and have no complaints
 
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In Michigan 3 out of 4 telehandelers were skytrak. I always liked them and thought they were reliable. I have also used Lulls and they seem to be a solid machine.

I have been on one job with a Cat... It seemed nice, but those price tags are up there...


check equipmenttraderonline.com
 
Discussion starter · #8 ·
I've been shopping everywhere.

I was searching for a gradall or lull to start.


My issue is shipping costs.

There are not many lifts within 1500 miles of me. Shipping from Chicago to my place is $4500.

I am seriously leaning towards the JCB. m It's a 506b It looks clean. And the shipping is less than 2K
 

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Normally i use a JLG and i really like it. used JCB a little bit on our current job and did not like it. It sits to high so climbing in and out is real event, not just like sliding off the seat and running. had to use the parking brake or it would roll on the slightest incline. and not to mention worst of all no machine tilt or fork tilt. We have both on the JLG and i am finding out that it is priceless.
 
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Don't know what to tell you.

I'm purchasing my 4th machine here. Its going to be a JCB 510-56 brand spanking new. The JCB will be more to fix i think. Never been a fan of terex-genie. I think they are squeaky noisy things. The build quality on the euro-style tool carrier machines is top notch. The older lift and place I don't know so much. One that old might not even tilt. Try groundhog sales in innisfail. He usually has something in stock that is up your alley in price.
 
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I have a 2001 jcb 506c hl with just over 4000 hrs. It had broken motor mounts when I bought it that had to be welded. Other than that it's been great for 3 years of off and on use.

I would buy that machine in the picture in a second. I paid $15,000 for mine so the price seems a bit high for my area. Very easy to drive and the controls take 2 seconds to learn. My only real complaint is she doesn't like the cold. If you forget to plug her in it can take 4 hours till she'll turn over.

You should take a look at available parts, just swapping all the filters and oil is $500 in parts. I have a dealer within 20 min of me.
 
Discussion starter · #14 · (Edited)
does it have the Perkins? Or do they use a JCB engine.

And does your have a manual transmission?, the salesman said it has a manual shift with a shuttle transmission (forward reverse)

I've only used a powershift, but I'm sure I can figure it out.

As far as parts go, it seems like every decent sized framing crew i know of use a jcb. so parts and service is available There is a dealership locally.

As far as the price goes, I agree, 2009 was the best year for buying these lifts. Even since my last purchase in 2010, the market has gotten more expensive. I have to be careful with shipping, that jacks the price where I live. For instance, there is a very similar 506c in new york, for $15000 but to get it shipped here would be stupid expensive. Shipping from Chicago to here is $4000

I'm trying to find a machine that is withing 1000 miles.

I've looked at
machinery trader,
iron planet,
equipment trader,
ebay,
craigslist
kijiji.

And the price for this one seems inline with the market.
 
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So I was just sourcing transportation for the machine, and guess who makes a bid on shipping?

Marc from shipping wars. :laughing:
 

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Discussion starter · #19 ·
AirdrieHandyman said:
Lol you should take his bid it would be worth the press if you can get your company name on the show
Click to expand...
My wife is already working on pamphlets :whistling

:laughing:
 

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