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Evaluate Brand and Dealer Reputation

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Skid Steer How to pick the best brand, the right size & choose between Tires or Tracks...

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The presenter discusses the importance of brand and manufacturer when selecting a skid steer. He lists several prominent brands like John Deere, CASE, Caterpillar, Volvo, and New Holland, stating that all major manufacturers invest heavily in perfecting their equipment, so most brands offer good products. Crucially, he advises prioritizing the quality and reputation of the local dealer over the specific brand itself. A good dealer with excellent service is more important, as even the best equipment will eventually require maintenance and repair.

Goal: Understand that local dealer support is more crucial than brand loyalty when purchasing a skid steer.

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  • Skid Steer Loader John Deere — The primary equipment being discussed for purchase

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we will have covered all of that. And I'm going to look for another shirt because this one is too tight. Now, the next question is: who has the best brand? Does Bobcat make the best brand? Caterpillar or Case? Well , the answer is really simple. They all do it. They all invest millions and millions of dollars in perfecting their equipment. So they'll all have pretty good teams and, occasionally, they'll have a pretty bad one. How do you choose which one is correct? That answer is also simple. It's not about the brand. This is the dealership in your area. If you have a dealership in your area with a bad reputation, even if they sell good equipment, avoid it at all costs. It's not worth dealing with them because even the best equipment will break down and need maintenance, and then you'll be stuck with that dealership. Now, if they have a dealership with an amazing reputation, that's the person they want to work with. Think of it this way. When they buy a piece of equipment, it's almost as if they're marrying the dealership that services it. It will be

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