Rented a backhoe last week end

I had a little fun this past weekend (which is something I don’t get a chance to do often). My son needed a backhoe to dig some holes for a perk test on some land he is looking at purchasing. He got a few prices to hire it done which ranged from $150 (and wait 2 weeks) to $250 (could do it on Sunday). In an effort to help him out I suggested we go in together and rent a backhoe. So, we rented a late model New Holland backhoe/front end loader from the local NH dealer for $236 for 8 hours of use. He dug his test holes and I played with it for 5 hours. I have always wanted to operate a backhoe and front-end loader but have never had the opportunity. I found out it is not as easy as it looks. I started digging a storm drainage retention pond in my pasture. Looks like I’ll rent it again when I get some time (and extra $). Rick H. Ga.

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