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Note 6 - Warranty Costs - Warranty and General Liability Reserve (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Apr. 30, 2019
Apr. 30, 2018
Apr. 30, 2019
Apr. 30, 2018
Balance, beginning of period $ 93,410 $ 129,314 $ 95,064 $ 127,702
Charges incurred during the period (4,020) (19,862) (10,111) (26,164)
Changes to pre-existing reserves 192 443
Balance, end of period 92,849 115,775 92,849 115,775
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses [Member]        
Additions 1,959 2,169 4,117 4,338
Cost of Sales [Member]        
Additions $ 1,308 $ 4,154 $ 3,336 $ 9,899