To kickstart my Junk Removal business, I purchased a pre-owned dump truck that met my requirements: a diesel engine, a dump bed in excellent condition, and a lift gate. Despite having to travel four hours in 98-degree weather to inspect it, I found the frame to be sturdy although rusted. Aware that it needed some work, I was impressed by the engine's performance and decided to go ahead with the purchase.
However, on the way back home at 60 mph, the transfer case unexpectedly failed, resulting in an $800 tow bill. After replacing the transfer case, I encountered multiple leaks in the dump bed and liftgate hydraulics, which were powered by a PTO unit. I opted to replace and upgrade to electric hydraulic pumps with new lines, which proved to be a successful solution.
Subsequently, the engine started leaking oil, leading me to undertake the challenging task of replacing the oil pan along with the power steering pump and lines. Despite a temporary improvement, the leaks resurfaced after two weeks, prompting me to seek professional assistance for repairs involving the oil pan and rear main seal. Unfortunately, the truck then began experiencing performance issues, further leaks, and ultimately, I decided to sell it after rectifying the latest leak and disclosing all its problems to the buyer.
This experience taught me a valuable lesson – while cost-saving is crucial when starting a business, risking delays in its growth due to unforeseen setbacks is a mistake I cannot afford to make again.
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