Retiring out as a division chief at the end of April. Got a new excavator ordered. One of my medics is joining me and buying a skid steer. We going to finally go and live the dream.
Great machines, tough as nails ! What i like is that the design of the arm and frame of the most of the yanmar mini's has not changed much over the last 10 years except for the external panel's which is a testament to the design.
Two things: That switch that makes it beep constantly (11:33 &12:00) in the video, switches from aux hydraulics to making the boom hydraulic swing side to side using the thumb switch. Also 12:44 there's a button switch on top of the blade control lever and it switches it to fast travel mode.
One tip, when tracking keep your boom lower to the ground and your stick tucked it, this will keep the machine more stable and you will have less of a chance tipping your machine! Great little mini ex!!
Nice video! What made you choose the 2.5 ton size? I have used a 1.7 ton and a 3.5...for tight residential work I like the 1.7 but maybe the 2.5 might be a great compromise. How has business been since the start of your adventure? Sorry new to the channel but I will go see what other videos you have. Cheers Mark
Its a heck of a machine for the size unfortunately I tried breaking into the market when covid hit & I fell back into working healthcare. Tho I don't use it much I am still wanting to get back into working it when I retire. Thanks for stopping by the channel!
I’m a firefighter/paramedic and been in it since I was 17 when I went to EMT school. Looking to get out of it. Started small with a tractor but now looking to expand with a mini ex. Got 5 more years and I will have my 20 years in and all 5 of my kids will be in school and wife can work and have insurance. I plan on playing with big boy toys with way less stress. Keep up the good work and keep the rubber side down!
the beeping when your PTO/offset boom button is on offset boom mode is really annoying, if you remove the plastic cowl below the right hand control stick you can disconnect the beeper. best thing I did.
I am Happy for you .... get some practice digging holes in your yard . Dig ditches , trenches etc , all for fun and practice . It will start coming as a part of your body . The art is digging it up , then covering up nice and clean without leaving a giant mess . I want a excavator and I hope to get one within the next year . All my equipment is old , I spend a lot of time fixing , repairs hydraulic lines etc . Sometimes I get overwhelmed but once it's running again I have so much fun . Don't let nothing get you down , Push on , dig like crazy , learn from the good guys . Go hang out with some of the old timers ///Ask them if you can hangout on the job site , watch and learn . There is a science to it . Some of these guys are incredible . They are so fast and do a amazing job .
Great video! I'm sure you will do well with your business. I have many friends that have run earthwork businesses and they all seem to make a good living. 29k for that mini ex seems like a fair price. I have been tooling at used takeuchi's and they are 30k with 2000 hours. I'm in OK.
How’s it been with the excavator? I’m wanting to get one myself, wish they were still that cheap! Same machine is over 40k now. I’m torn between a vio35 and vio25
@@SRTPCC yes they are.. how has your business been? I’m just looking to add this in with my landscaping business I’m hoping it would turn out to be a good asset
@@lawsonlawnandfarm8073 Ehh I don't really advertise like I should & I turn down lots of work unless local. I do enjoy using it but not so much about traveling with it far away. Usually I keep within 25mi each way. It's just extra money on the side if I pu something. Man could stay busy tho if he wanted
anymore work videos with your mini excavator, i am also tired of working for someone and have 2 young boys 15 and 13, would love to start a business with them to show them that the way to go is building a business for yourself. thanks for this video.
Nice machine, learn to use more than one movement at a time. Don't make it a habit traveling with boom up and stick out like that. When switching buckets push power button and turn to dismount or mount. You dont need to hold switch over.
It is but here's the thing. I initially thought it would just pull 'em right out. Nope. Sometimes it takes bucket, boom, & arm cylinders all pulling together(breakout). I can get much bigger ones out easily. And if you're talking stumps, you might be able to go up to 30". Just will take longer. My vertical lift is almost 1200lbs. Thanks
@@SRTPCC you're right about pulling bigger stumps out. And you're right about using several different cylinders all at the same time. You can generate a lot more force by prying with the bucket instead of just pulling with it. Get plenty of seat time and learn those tricks. I am anxiously waiting to see you provide more videos with that beautiful machine. I really wish I had one. I live vicariously through people like you who do have one. So please provide more videos. And if you have any questions I'm sure somebody on here can answer them for you. We all want to see you working that machine, please.
Awesome video buddy im going try get one in 2 weeks same machine has 700 hours for 23k im 28 really want to get into it. Been working 2 to 3 jobs my whole life have enough to get one i hope its a good investment. I don't have any confidence in kids my age and younger so hopefully I'll be able to stay busy with it.
Yep. I retired from my state job after 30 years and invested in two pieces of equipment to keep busy and make some extra money on the side. Then the virus hits.
Well from one old grading contractor I hope all is well and your enjoying the grading life 👍
Business is picking up, thank you sir!
Retiring out as a division chief at the end of April. Got a new excavator ordered. One of my medics is joining me and buying a skid steer. We going to finally go and live the dream.
Congrats!! That's huge
Great machines, tough as nails ! What i like is that the design of the arm and frame of the most of the yanmar mini's has not changed much over the last 10 years except for the external panel's which is a testament to the design.
Fantastic machine so far
Believe it or not many people would rather hear the equipment instead of the music.
Interesting
Two things: That switch that makes it beep constantly (11:33 &12:00) in the video, switches from aux hydraulics to making the boom hydraulic swing side to side using the thumb switch. Also 12:44 there's a button switch on top of the blade control lever and it switches it to fast travel mode.
Probably the best reveiw ive seen yet on the 25 hands down. Congrats man. Wicked exc. you have there.
Wow, thanks!
Instablaster
One tip, when tracking keep your boom lower to the ground and your stick tucked it, this will keep the machine more stable and you will have less of a chance tipping your machine! Great little mini ex!!
Ok thanks!
Nice video! What made you choose the 2.5 ton size? I have used a 1.7 ton and a 3.5...for tight residential work I like the 1.7 but maybe the 2.5 might be a great compromise. How has business been since the start of your adventure? Sorry new to the channel but I will go see what other videos you have. Cheers Mark
Its a heck of a machine for the size unfortunately I tried breaking into the market when covid hit & I fell back into working healthcare. Tho I don't use it much I am still wanting to get back into working it when I retire. Thanks for stopping by the channel!
Wish i could still find these for 29k...just got quoted 40k + tax for the same machine & options.
HOLY COW!!!
I’m a firefighter/paramedic and been in it since I was 17 when I went to EMT school. Looking to get out of it. Started small with a tractor but now looking to expand with a mini ex. Got 5 more years and I will have my 20 years in and all 5 of my kids will be in school and wife can work and have insurance. I plan on playing with big boy toys with way less stress. Keep up the good work and keep the rubber side down!
Yessir brother. These times are taking their toll in every aspect. Thanks for your service to the community!
Tractor Porn anyone,,,????
Duhha, Big red truck
the beeping when your PTO/offset boom button is on offset boom mode is really annoying, if you remove the plastic cowl below the right hand control stick you can disconnect the beeper. best thing I did.
Sweet!
I am Happy for you .... get some practice digging holes in your yard . Dig ditches , trenches etc , all for fun and practice . It will start coming as a part of your body . The art is digging it up , then covering up nice and clean without leaving a giant mess . I want a excavator and I hope to get one within the next year . All my equipment is old , I spend a lot of time fixing , repairs hydraulic lines etc . Sometimes I get overwhelmed but once it's running again I have so much fun . Don't let nothing get you down , Push on , dig like crazy , learn from the good guys . Go hang out with some of the old timers ///Ask them if you can hangout on the job site , watch and learn . There is a science to it . Some of these guys are incredible . They are so fast and do a amazing job .
Great advice from a great PATRIOT. Thanks, Dale!!
Great video! I'm sure you will do well with your business. I have many friends that have run earthwork businesses and they all seem to make a good living. 29k for that mini ex seems like a fair price. I have been tooling at used takeuchi's and they are 30k with 2000 hours. I'm in OK.
I mean Take's are the first ever. Tough call, whatever you do will be right
Wish you all the luck. I decided to become self employed this year too. I made it through 2020, I can do anything now.
Hahaha yes, Good luck to you
Good video. Considering buying this same unit.
It is a fantastic machine but consider a 35 if you want to run a cutting head
Very nice video of exploring your new machine. I hope you show more of this beautiful machine. (Jealous landscaper here in Minnesota)
Hahaha, I know the feeling. I hope to have many more. Thanks for watching. More to come!
Good video , I'm a home builder thanking of getting one myself. I'm tired of waiting on people .I wish you all good luck and hope your staying busy.
Thanks brother and best wishes to ya!
How’s it been with the excavator? I’m wanting to get one myself, wish they were still that cheap! Same machine is over 40k now. I’m torn between a vio35 and vio25
No kidding?? I wound go 35 if you ever want to run a flail cutter as a consideration
@@SRTPCC yep these prices have gone crazy! That’s what I’m thinking about the 35 but fitting one into the budget is hard as well 😞
@@lawsonlawnandfarm8073 No Doubt. Things are in shambles
@@SRTPCC yes they are.. how has your business been? I’m just looking to add this in with my landscaping business I’m hoping it would turn out to be a good asset
@@lawsonlawnandfarm8073 Ehh I don't really advertise like I should & I turn down lots of work unless local. I do enjoy using it but not so much about traveling with it far away. Usually I keep within 25mi each way. It's just extra money on the side if I pu something. Man could stay busy tho if he wanted
I personally take this time to thank you for this video. It was very educational .
Glad you enjoyed it!
I wish I was better at running that machine
She’s a beauty, hopefully all is going well with your business since
this virus shut down the economy. Thank you for service in the military.
Thanks Gene
Nice machine man. Good video and good luck on your way. I have a Brandt 26G and backhoe. And enjoy running them both enjoy yours man and have fun.
Thanks, will do! Stay Safe!
Man what a time to be starting out on your own. Sure hoped it worked out, thats a beautiful machine.
Yes it was the worst but business is slowly picking up lol
@@SRTPCC I feel you. Bought a 43k machine myself march 2019. Who knew? lol.
@@DieselRamcharger Thanks a lot CHINA!!! lol
@@SRTPCC We gotta blame ourselves for this one. Entire countries crippled. Over the sniffles. SMDH.
thanks for the video, I just purchased a mini yanmar myself
Excellent Choice Friend! And thanks for the subscription to btw! I'll be looking for vids from ya!
Enjoyed the video. Not even sure how I came across this but looks like fun. Have you made any holes yet?
Haha, Yes I have!
Great vid, I'm in the process of buying a Vio as well...any particular reason you didn't go with the Vio35?
Money was a factor but the 35 is the best option if you want to run a cutter due to hydraulic flow. Good Luck
Does the blade have a float setting?
I dont believe so
anymore work videos with your mini excavator, i am also tired of working for someone and have 2 young boys 15 and 13, would love to start a business with them to show them that the way to go is building a business for yourself. thanks for this video.
Absolutely, business is picking up now days. I'll put more up. Thanks for watching God bless
Nice machine, learn to use more than one movement at a time. Don't make it a habit traveling with boom up and stick out like that.
When switching buckets push power button and turn to dismount or mount. You dont need to hold switch over.
Thanks for the great tips )
Think that one is big enough to clear fence lines, removing 3” thick and smaller trees?
It is but here's the thing. I initially thought it would just pull 'em right out. Nope. Sometimes it takes bucket, boom, & arm cylinders all pulling together(breakout). I can get much bigger ones out easily. And if you're talking stumps, you might be able to go up to 30". Just will take longer. My vertical lift is almost 1200lbs. Thanks
@@SRTPCC you're right about pulling bigger stumps out. And you're right about using several different cylinders all at the same time. You can generate a lot more force by prying with the bucket instead of just pulling with it. Get plenty of seat time and learn those tricks.
I am anxiously waiting to see you provide more videos with that beautiful machine. I really wish I had one. I live vicariously through people like you who do have one. So please provide more videos. And if you have any questions I'm sure somebody on here can answer them for you.
We all want to see you working that machine, please.
I love them videos to. Work has been super slow for me though unfortunately
How much was the machine, guess I missed it
Very cool in depth video! Thank you
Glad you liked it! Hope it helps!
Good for you brother to do what you want to do be your own boss..all the beat and good luck
Appreciate that, thanks!!
Great video
Glad you enjoyed it
Awesome video buddy im going try get one in 2 weeks same machine has 700 hours for 23k im 28 really want to get into it. Been working 2 to 3 jobs my whole life have enough to get one i hope its a good investment. I don't have any confidence in kids my age and younger so hopefully I'll be able to stay busy with it.
Sweet! It'll be good bud. You'll be your own boss. The American Dream
@@SRTPCC hey whats the price on a vio 35 up there ?
40k with the angle blade open cab and thumb 24 in bucket
Not to bad
@@SRTPCC no sir I found a used one for 34k with 60 hours I may go with to save some money.
Good luck to ya... you bought a great brand ... best wishes... be safe
Thanks Don 👍
Just out of curiosity where did you buy it from?
Bruno Powersports in Arkansas
Nice
Thanks
Good video. I'm trading in a tlb for a new mini, I'm looking towards the 25. Thanks for posting
No problem 👍 Good Luck
Any updates on this video. Been thinking hard on getting one
If you got the means I'd go for it. I've been using it on jobs and around the house. They're nice machines
Nice video!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks
Name of place you bought it?
Bruno Powersports, AR
“I decided to quit my job and work for myself”... one week later *coronavirus hits* 😐
Exactly
Yep. I retired from my state job after 30 years and invested in two pieces of equipment to keep busy and make some extra money on the side. Then the virus hits.