[mad_as_he$$]

First, see if someone will log off the areas you want to work on. Could offset some of the costs.

Second, how is your time? If you have time then DIY makes sense.

Third, I always buy the equipment used. I have several pieces that have more than paid for themselves because they were around to be used. Many little jobs go way faster because I have a backhoe around. Even made a crane attachment for it. A bit awkward but comes in real handy.

Fourth, you should be able to buy a used dozer for way less than $20,000 right now. I ONLY go Cat with tracked vehicles. You can still buy parts for ANY Cat tracked vehicle ever made. You may want a loader with a four in one bucket for your work rather than a straight blade.

[Orange1998]

I ONLY go Cat with tracked vehicles. You can still buy parts for ANY Cat tracked vehicle ever made. You may want a loader with a four in one bucket for your work rather than a straight blade.

I could not agree more. You are exactly right.