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Challenger belted take the field with aVengeance othing handles heavy tillage better than a uneven terrain. That’s a feature that competitors just can’t Challenger belted . The 700 and 800 Series offer, and one that makes for the smoothest ride in the Nmodels are built to pull the heaviest implements industry. over the roughest terrain, which makes them ideal for southwestern agriculture applications. With available gauge settings from 72" – 160" and five track widths available, the Mobil-trac system reduces Challenger’s exclusive Mobil-trac™ undercarriage system compaction, transfers power to the ground and provides keeps the tractors in constant contact with the ground, more muscle across the board. Undercarriage options resulting in better traction, reduced slip, more pulling include the all-purpose General Ag Belt or the Extreme ability and greater efficiency. Oscillating midwheels literally mold the track to the earth for constant traction over See Power to the Ground on page 4 inside The view Meet the Inspections now From the The new What's your used from here team p6 save time & Field p15 Lexion: further machine worth? p2 money later p8 ahead p16 p19 AGRICULTURE Compact Utility Tractors the from here Tim Robinson, ag General Manager Opportunity’s Knocking. Open Up.

he world of agriculture is completing another We do expect alfalfa prices, production and acres 2600 Series 38-74 hp MF 2605 own this tractor other 2600 series models: growing season, with mostly favorable weather to remain steady and strong throughout 2013 and for as low as allowing the last harvest to make it to storage. have been gearing up to supply this important market Engine hp Model Engine hp T own this MF 2615 49 This year commodity prices, dry weather and input segment. Along with alfalfa acres, we expect small-grain tractor 37.5 for Under MF 2625 63 costs were big topics of conversation. 2012 will be acres to move along at historical levels, with an even PTO hp $240/mo $13,700! MF 2635 74 remembered as the year of the drought. mix of barley and durum. Growers are also looking to 32 $0 down! expand grain corn acres, which have been successful in High feed prices – the result of historical highs in corn southeastern Arizona. However, whether that is a viable 25-40 hp 1500 Series own this tractor and other 1500 Series models: values – have been a key topic. In response, milk crop for lower desert acreage remains to be seen. MF 1533 loader for as low as Model Engine hp Lift Capacity* producers needed more than the $12-per-hundred- Engine hp MF 1526 24.8 992 lbs weight norms of the last few decades, and beef growers Machinery availability is better in some areas, and high- 33.0 MF 1529 28.4 1,282 lbs needed far more than the $1-per-pound levels that the horsepower tractors are a bit easier to access. AGCO $350/mo MF 1532 32.5 1,282 lbs Lift Capacity* MF 1540 40.1 1,900 lbs industry was built around. We have seen better prices in has completed their Jackson, Minnesota plant, met the 1,900 lbs. $0 down! * of matching loader both commodities in the last year, and we hope that both Tier IV regulations, and are now back to producing belted improve in the months ahead. units for the Challenger dealer network. At the world- 30-60 hp other 1600 Series models: famous Hesston plant, hay tools were available for early 1600 Series own this tractor and MF 1643 Model Engine hp Lift Capacity* The Southwest’s diverse climates, soils and conditions orders, but the spring production run is over-sold, so loader for as low as Engine hp MF 1635 35.7 1,900 lbs continue to allow a cornucopia of crops to be seeded, once again late orders will mean late deliveries. MF 1648 47.4 2,527 lbs 43.5 MF 1652 52.2 2,527 lbs grown and harvested. In 2013, our focus crops will $380/mo MF 1655 55.4 2,527 lbs Lift Capacity* continue to be dairy, beef, small grains, corn for grain and Used machinery has been moving, with favorable MF 1660 60.0 2,527 lbs 1,900 $0 down! silage, melons, winter vegetables, pecans, cotton and pricing for both buyers and sellers. Empire has a great * of matching loader alfalfa: interspersed with some beans for feed, a little selection of lower-hour late-model hay tools from several citrus, and some other specialty crops, planted acres manufacturers and we are offering good deals for GC2400 and GC2600 Series MF GC2410 own this tractor Max. lift height @ pivot pin: 73” overall should remain constant. overhauls and finance to anyone looking to buy for half 22.5-25 hp loader and Dump angle @ max. height: 43° TLB for as low as Bucket roll back angle: 20° off or even less. Engine hp Lift capacity to full height @ pivot pin: 678 lbs. Cotton prices did not reach what we hoped for: after 22.5 Lift capacity to full height @ 19.5” forward: 470 lbs. Breakout force @ bucket edge: 950 lbs. a short run-up to record highs, a pound of cotton has Our machinery, parts and service teams have enjoyed $259/mo PTO hp Bucket options: 48” returned to the traditional range of 70¢ or so a pound. working with you this year, and we are committed to 18.7 $0 down! Compatible tractor models: All models There are some indications the market could tick up a providing you with the best machines, services and few pennies and result in a few more planted acres, but support in the industry in 2013. Please enjoy this issue of the run-up we saw in 2011 is not yet on the horizon. ACRES, and be sure to stop by, call or send us a note to Call or come in today 520-374-3561 | www.empireag.com tell us what else you’d like to see. Buckeye, AZ Casa Grande, AZ Yuma, AZ Blythe, CA 623-386-5621 520-421-4488 928-317-7800 760-922-4161 Imperial, CA Safford, AZ Show Low, AZ 2 | acres AGRICULTURE 760-355-2443 928-387-8700 928-532-2098 Bridon and Agco twine are to communicate now available at our Yuma Power to information much Small Baler Specials and Imperial locations! quicker, with fewer the ground wires and connections. continued from page 1 The benefits are countless, but include Application Belt. Each provides the unsurpassed control, flexibility to set the gauges without fewer circuits and Darf adjusting the belts. Choose from fuses, faster, easier standard gauge, wide gauge or ultra- diagnostics, easier Rake wide gauge. No other track tractor mapping and data Teeth 2012 can go beyond four 30-inch rows. management and greater peace of mind. 700 and 800 Series machines feature Rake teeth will Pricing! ISOBUS: the future in farm true speed-sensitive steering that is cost more in equipment Speed: it’s automatic infinitely adaptable within the speed 2013, but for a Challenger’s unique Tractor A Constant Ground setting on the range. In addition, one-button power limited time we can still offer 2012 Management Center (TMC) does transmission varies the engine management automatically adjusts prices. Pay just $5.04 everything the name implies, speed and transmission gear to the tractors’ engine and transmission each for a purchase of plus a lot more, thanks to the provide a preset ground speed. to the most efficient RPM for the 900 or more. new ISOBUS network. As the Maximum Output mode provides load. Part #92117rl international standard for electronic the most power and torque needed (900-count skids) communications used in agriculture, while operating in the highest draft For more information, or to demo ISOBUS allows any compliant tractor conditions. It assists by automatically one of Challenger’s 700 and 800 to “talk” to any compliant implement, shifting to keep the engine in the Series belted tractors, contact your no matter the manufacturer. It also peak power range where horsepower Empire Account Manager. Does your rake need an overhaul? Ask us about allows the tractor components and torque are maximized. And both pricing on DARF bearings, wheels, spindles and other parts.

Landoll trailers, like this Landoll 835G recently delivered Why Rebuild Ready to Rebuild? to Crane Harvesting, ® That Knotter Head? You have Options! Agricultural are renowned for their Replace it at a discount! Rebuild packages for your pickup assembly Trailers rock-solid construction and high resale value. Save time and money. Get a 5% discount off any single knotter head. Ask your PSSR Good Best • 56 Tines • 56 Tines If you need a good for details. • 8 Cam Bearings • 8 Cam Bearings deal on a quality new • 8 Tine Bar Bearings $700 ($743 value) or used trailer for your • 16 Flanges operation, call Empire • 12 Wrappers • 1 Cam Track #700116125 Truck & Trailer first! Better • 56 Tines • 1 Cam Track #700137751 • 8 Cam Bearings $1,375 ($1524 value) • 8 Tine Bar Bearings • 16 Flanges Toll Free 888-228-7693 $950 ($1018 value) Phoenix, AZ Yuma, AZ Show Low, AZ Blythe, CA 602-627-5700 928-317-7800 928-532-2098 760-921-9500 Kingman, AZ Tucson, AZ Imperial, CA For details, contact your Empire PSSR or call the 928-757-1159 520-407-3100 760-355-2443 www.empire.tnt.com parts department at any location.

4 | acres acres | 5 Meet the TEAM: Clint Shearer Central Arizona Account Manager 520-251-0061 [email protected]

Clint is an Arizona native who studied Agriculture Economics at Central Arizona College and the University of Arizona. He joined the Empire team a year ago, and brought with him over 16 years of experience in sales and a dedication to excellent customer service.

Clint with his wife, Julie, daughter “I am committed to providing my clients with the best possible experience,” Audrey and son William. Clint says. He and his family live in Casa Grande, where he enjoys playing golf, watching sports, and working on home improvement projects.

Gideon “Scooter” Johnson Product Support Representative, Blythe 760-550-4093 [email protected]

Scooter has deep roots in the Blythe agriculture community. As a child he spent summers in Blythe, and at age eight went to work for Dekens Implement counting parts and cleaning shelves. Eventually he became a full- time employee. Scooter and his family live in Blythe.

Scooter enjoys boating, fishing and spending time outdoors with his family: wife Sara, son Kyler and daughter Kassidee.

Model 1017FDWB – 17-Wheel The Rake that Won the West! Overhead Hay Rake • Available in four models – 1017B, 1017fDB, 1017WB and 1017FDWB.

• Enhanced Dur-Adjust spring system is standard

• Rides on super-duty walking beams

• E-track system organizes hoses

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6 | acres acres | 7 Inspections now SERVICE CORNER save time & money later

Even minor problems can result in downtime in busy seasons.

- John Hadley

affect machine’s performance, they can certainly have a negative impact on the comfort and productivity of your operators. Leaks, thermostat problems and plugged lines in the condenser or evaporator are frequently found during inspections.

“We check a long list of things et ready for 2013 by having checking belts, batteries and filters, during an AC inspection,” said an annual inspection of your and completing a checklist of specific Hadley. “We inspect the electrical Gmachinery this winter. It’s performance criteria from the system, switches and thermostat, highly recommended for all machine manufacturer. check system pressures and air owners – especially those who don’t temperature, and look for leaks in operate their own machines – and is “Very often we find issues involving the condenser and evaporator. We an economical way to assure that your fuel, hydraulic and engine leaks,” he find most problems within 18” of equipment will be reliable, efficient said. “Frequently we also see worn the condenser: for instance, a simple and productive in the year ahead. steering systems that make the plugged drain in the evaporator case machine hard to control. Even minor can cause a condensation buildup that According to Empire Ag Parts and problems can result in downtime in shorts out the electrical system.” Service Manager John Hadley, busy seasons. Basic maintenance annual check-ups on most machines makes a big difference!” To learn more about annual involve a technician performing a inspections for your machinery, or comprehensive visual inspection, Air conditioning problems are another to schedule service, contact your Introducing the Challenger MT700D Series. drawing and testing fluid samples, common issue. While they don’t Empire Ag PSSR or call any location. Newly-armed with the AGCO POWER 8.4L engine, the MT700D Series is built to thrive in the most demanding ag environments. Delivering more horsepower and greater effi ciency – so you can squeeze more out of every gallon and every acre you farm. To schedule a demo, contact your Get the Job Done local dealer or visit challenger-ag.us Challenger® is a worldwide brand of AGCO Corporation. © 2012 AGCO Corporation. AGCO is a registered trademark of AGCO. Challenger is a registered trademark of Caterpillar Inc. and used under license by AGCO. All rights reserved. With Work-Ready Rental Machines AGCO, 4205 River Green Parkway, Duluth, GA 30096. CH12C007DS Keep moving with top-quality rental machines and power equipment from Empire Rental. Our fleet of machines from Caterpillar® and other trusted brands, are low-hour, well maintained, and ready to go when you are. 1-800-EMPIRE-1 | www.empireag.com (DEALER INFO HERE) Daily, weekly or monthly terms available. Casa Grande, AZ Buckeye, AZ Yuma, AZ Imperial, CA Blythe, CA For more information, call 480-308-9150 or 1-800-RENT-CAT. 520-421-4488 623-386-5621 928-317-7800 760-355-2443 760-922-4161 AGRICULTURE

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CH12C007DS-700D-TwoThirds-FP.indd 1 11/20/12 11:58 AM used a g equipment Contact Chuy Albarran, Used Ag Specialist (602)622-4617 or [email protected]

NG CG EL CG BU EL CG EL combine E105390 WINDROWER E110481 Backhoe Loader WR01709 WINDROWER E110480 windrower E118600 Skid Steer Loader E109678 windrower E117166 TeleHandler E117680 1999 Lexion 480 2008 Massey Ferguson MF9435 2002 caterpillar 430D 2EC 2007 Massey Ferguson MF9435 1999 New Holland HW340 2008 caterpillar 226B2 2008 Massey Ferguson 9635 2009 caterpillar TL1055 $39,500 $37,000 $33,500 $18,000 $27,784 $81,460

CG BU CG IM CG CG EL BU WINDROWER E110487 Baler E114784 WINDROWER E111624 tractor E113440 Header E116949 Header E116947 Wheel Loader E117685 baler E117699 2009 Massey Ferguson MF9435 1998 Freeman 370T 2010 Massey Ferguson MF9435 2008 Challenger MT755B Claas PU380 (2 Avail) Claas RU600 2006 caterpillar 924GZ 1999 Freeman 370T $39,500 $12,995 $48,500 $143,000 $Call $18,500 $54,280 $10,200

BU EL BU BU BU EL BU BU baler E115016 backhoe loader CN10940 baler E114786 baler E115014 baler E117700 Skid Steer Loader E118627 baler E117374 baler E117375 2003 Freeman 385 2003 caterpillar 420D 4EC 1998 Freeman 370T 2002 Freeman 385 2002 Freeman 370T 2002 caterpillar 216 2007 Freeman 385 2007 Freeman 385 $22,995 $37,702 $12,995 $19,500 $11,500 $12,880 $34,500 $30,438

BU EL BL EL BU CG EL YU baler E115018 Motor Grader CN10941 hay rake E118223 backhoe loader E119215 2006 Freeman 385 E117373 tractor E118561 Skid Steer Loader WR01841 tractor E118385 2003 Freeman 385 1983 caterpillar 130G New Holland 260 2005 caterpillar 420D 4ECI $30,438 2009 Massey Ferguson MF2605 2005 caterpillar 248B 2008 Challenger MT765B $22,995 $44,902 $38,640 $10,400 $22,500 $129,981

BU BU CG EL BL CG EL BU wheel loader E116805 windrower E116440 Forage harvester E116944 Wheel Loader E117684 windrower E118232 baler E117686 Wheel Loader E110870 WINDROWER E118859 1999 624H 2008 John Deere 4995 2006 Claas 900 2005 caterpillar 924GZ 2008 Massey Ferguson MF9635 2008 Freeman 370 (3 Avail) 2011 caterpillar 928HZ CU 2009 Challenger SP185C $29,000 $45,500 $95,400 $52,440 $39,500 $41,217 $147,936 $55,200 10 | acres All prices and availability subject to change. acres | 11 EL CG CG CG backhoe loader E119125 WINDROWER E110496 WINDROWER E111623 windrower E116923 2003 caterpillar 420D 2SO 2008 Massey Ferguson MF9635 2010 Massey Ferguson MF9435 2011 Massey Ferguson MF9435 $28,152 $35,000 $48,500 $54,750

BU BU EL BU baler E115015 baler E118043 Wheel Loader E118535 baler E115017 2002 Freeman 385 1995 Case IH 8580 2007 caterpillar 908 CA 2003 Freeman 385 $22,995 $10,250 $70,352 $22,995

BU EL CG CG drill E115340 Skid Steer Loader E118085 WINDROWER E116922 windrower E116817 John Deere 520 2007 caterpillar 246B 2009 Massey Ferguson MF9435 2009 Massey Ferguson MF9435 $9,500 $13,340 $54,750 $54,600

EL BU BU EL TeleHandler E117519 sprayer E115044 BALER E117698 Wheel Loader CU01109 2008 caterpillar TL1055 2005 SpraCoupe SC7650 1993 Freeman 370T 1999 caterpillar 950G CU $78,660 $75,000 $8,900 $101,000

CG BU CG EL wheel loader E115356 baler E117697 windrower E116960 Skid Steer Loader E110565 2006 J C Bamford 426HT 1989 Freeman 370T 2009 Massey Ferguson MF9435 2011 caterpillar 216B3 $48,000 $7,700 $54,724 $15,916 1-800-EMPIRE-1 | www.empireag.com

Casa Grande, AZ Buckeye, AZ Yuma, AZ Imperial, CA Blythe, CA (602)622-4617 or [email protected] Contact Chuy Albarran, Used Ag Specialist 520-421-4488 623-386-5621 928-317-7800 760-355-2443 760-922-4161 AGRICULTURE

12 | acres Trimble Ag From the Field Productivity The Trimble® FieldLevel II system provides a By Frank Merry Solutions complete solution for surveying, designing and leveling field surfaces to ensure optimal griculture has had its share of ups and water management. It provides vast downs over the years – impacted by weather cycles, good and not-so-good crop yields, improvements in yields, water usage, and A and fluctuating prices. Everyone in the industry farm productivity. faces new challenges every year. As dealers, our challenge is to maintain adequate inventories Call Sitech, your local Ag technology despite uncertainties in demand. Manufacturers provider, for more information on FieldLevel have the same challenge. II and other technology solutions for your operation. As a business focused on helping farmers get the most for their money, we constantly look for products to help you get the job done easily, quickly and as economically as possible. Two locations: Personally, I am always on the lookout for ways to Mesa, AZ Yuma, AZ Joe Romero, Agriculture Sales/Manager minimize trips across the field while maintaining a good using GPS, we can now easily set up borders and take 1835 S. Macdonald, Suite 101 1700 South 1st Avenue Suite 108 928-247-7059 Mesa, AZ 85210 Yuma, AZ 85364 Manix Iniguez, Product Specialist yield. I spend a lot of time talking to farmers, listening side fall out between them. (Figure how many passes 602-437-0410 928-782-3887 928-580-3031 to their ideas and opinions, and discussing the new you can save on the planting process, and this might techniques they develop to get things done a little more be worth looking into.) One farmer is down to three efficiently. Crop rotation, soil testing, and weed and insect passes from stalks cut to planting, which equals big control are common themes. I really enjoy visiting your savings on fuel. (Also, if a belted tractor is the only farms and seeing new things: it seems not a day goes by one in the field, compaction is almost eliminated.) This without someone coming up with a new idea or a new farmer has been able to eliminate two large high- twist on an old one. horsepower tractors, and is getting the job done with There IS A Superior Way To Rip! Challenger and Wilcox equipment. A Wilcox Ripper and High Torque Crumbler combination • We have long known about the advantages of produces fewer clods and a more level field. You save the leveling. In recent years, I have seen more border Please remember: we are here to help you save money passes required to break up clods and level the field. Saving leveling – which basically makes each border its own on your operation, not to sell you a bunch of extra passes saves you fuel and other operating and overhead costs, which add up fast when you run the numbers. Border Discs field – and eliminating side fall. Running fertilizer in the equipment. I have a calculator that figures the cost of irrigation water simply eliminates another trip across running over your dirt, and I’ll be glad to email it to you – A complete line of Wilcox BETTER ripping tillage tools the field. The use of underground drip, which has been just call or email me. It will help you see where you might The Wilcox Ripper and High Torque Crumbler are the perfect proven for many years, is gaining popularity in areas be spending money unnecessarily! tillage tool combination for breaking up hard, dry clods and improving finish URINGD THE SAME PASS! with limited water supply. Pivots and laterals work very well and, along with drip, do not need the critical leveling of flood irrigation. About Frank Frank Merry has lived in Arizona • Soil compaction has always been an issue, and I for nearly 40 years – almost Buffalo’s Made-in-America implements are built for have studied this quite a bit over the years. The best as long as he’s worked in the durable, long-lasting, continuous work. Units offer easy solution, of course, is never to cross a field. Since this agriculture industry. Frank adjustment to meet your field needs, clean design is not possible, belted (or tracked) tractors are the very and his family live in Arizona and easy maintenance, and are backed by Nikkel Iron best choice. These come in 325-585 hp, and a growing City. When not working, Frank Works’ commitment to quality and customer service. number of farmers are investing in them, along with spends a lot of time in his greenhouse, where he minimum tillage implements. Serving Growers since 1923 grows decorative cactus. “It’s a nice alternative to the hay and grain farming I did earlier in life,” For more information, call Empire Agriculture, • Another trend is planting cotton, corn and several other your exclusive Wilcox dealer! he says. www.empireag.com AGRICULTURE row crops on borders. Some farmers are in their sixth year of using this method, with good results. By 14 | acres acres | 15 The new LEXION: Further ahead. A successful system is now better than ever. EmpireAg.Com LAAS high performance combines have taken new paths. NEWYou now have a one-stop resource! CThe result is the new LEXION – inspired by the needs of professional growers. Find useful resources with just a click! LEXION 670 The LEXION 670 – the only full straw walker in the industry – provides maximum residual grain separation under even difficult field conditions. The 670 features the revolutionary new Maxflo draper header for maximum throughput, and Auto Contour controls the header to automatically compensate for ground Link directly to irregularities. Efficient, effective grain spec sheets for separation is ensured by a multi- new machines, finger separation system (MSS) and attachments and thorough crop mat agitation. other products.

APS Threshing System: the foundation. Check out our current The key competitive edge of CLAAS Cab With the new LEXION 670, you can specials and promotions! threshing technology is found even The 670’s new soundproofed, deluxe choose from the Pro Chop, Turbo before the threshing drum. Positioned cab provides an exceptionally quiet Chop or MAV systems to ensure that in front of the threshing drum, the environment. Luxurious seating, your field is ready. APS system accelerates material unrestricted views, 360° visibility, and pre-separates up to 30% of the and lots of space provide unrivaled LEXION 740-750 with APS Hybrid Search our entire grain before the crop enters the main comfort during even the longest LEXION’s new 700 series machines used inventory! threshing cylinder. The result is a net days. Visual returns check from feature the APS Hybrid System, Read previous issues of ACRES performance increase of up to 20% the operator’s seat. CEBIS, Cruise which combines a traditional thresher with no rise in fuel consumption! Pilot, automatic steering and CLAAS with a new-style rotor for maximum Telematics provide unmatched efficiency and high-volume throughput Controls comfort in steering; control and data in all conditions. Eccentrically The new generation CEBIS (CLAAS management; yield mapping and mounted rotors generate tremendous Electronic on-Board Information measurement; and comprehensive centrifugal force, and with a diameter System), which provides total order management. of 445mm and length of 4.2m, the EmpireAg.com machine monitoring and control from machines provide an enormous area the operator’s seat, is distinguished Cutting Edge Straw Management for separation. by a clear, intuitive menu structure. As yields increase, the amount of Separate road and harvest screens residue to manage also increases. To demo a LEXION combine, or for Browse the AGCO provide an organized display of Residue chopped to a uniformly short information on LEXION’s leasing parts book. machine performance, while hotkey length and spread evenly across the programs, contact your Empire functions allow quick access to full width of the harvested area is a Agriculture representative. frequently used screens. decisive factor in next year’s harvest.

16 | acres acres | 17 What’s your used machine worth? huy Albarran has been around farm machinery “Then the ball is in the owner’s court,” Chuy says. “If a most of his life, and he’s an expert at sizing up used machine meets our standards, we’ll take it on trade or Cmachines. As Empire Agriculture’s used equipment sometimes buy it outright. If we can’t use it, we may also specialist/appraiser, Chuy looks at 20-30 machines every take it on consignment and advertise it on the owner’s month, performing comprehensive inspections that behalf. Every case is different, but we always try to help determine their value on the used equipment market. the owner find the solution that will get him the most money for his machine.” “I try to get through the inspection process quickly, but my top priority is setting the fairest possible value,” he says. “So I am also very thorough.” About Chuy Chuy Albarran has spent nearly He begins by having fluid samples from all major 40 years in the agriculture components tested in Empire’s S.O.S. Fluids Lab. industry. He hand-picked Technicians evaluate the samples for particle count, cotton as a child in the Yuma/ wear metals, fuel dilution, and more than 30 other Mexicali agriculture belt, and characteristics, and issue a report that is a good indicator went on to run his own wheat the machine’s overall health. and cotton harvesting company. He has worked for both and John Deere “Fluids tell the whole story,” says Chuy. “A lot of today’s dealerships, a national auction company and a farmers hire others to operate their machines, and they major produce grower. Chuy joined Empire in don’t know their true condition. They are often surprised 2003, and says he is proud of Empire’s good at what the samples tell us.” reputation. “It’s great to represent a company known for taking good care of its clients,” Next, components, tires, interior and exterior are all he says. closely inspected and photographed. Repair costs, warranty information, book values, rental potential, auction Chuy can be reached at (602)622-4617 or prices, and a host of other factors are then researched and [email protected]. documented before an appraisal report is issued.

Fluids analysis provides a window into your machine’s overall OX STRONG health and can detect potential problems long before they materialize. Contact your PSSR for more information!

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