Building A Pad With My New Skid Steer

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  • @edwardmolloy7548
    @edwardmolloy7548 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Pretty cool to watch you branch out into your own business especially when you're such a skilled operator with a load of knowledge😎

  • @SmithyScotland
    @SmithyScotland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you for taking the time to record. I do appreciate the near daily videos.

  • @michaelcarlson1528
    @michaelcarlson1528 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations on your new purchase Chris. I hope the people beforehand performed periodic maintenance as expected. Thank you for sharing!

  • @ronhart4166
    @ronhart4166 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Chris you are impressive !! I am so impressed at how fluint you are on your operator skills . You seem to change machines without any adjustments at all. Your work just flows so smoothly. I also love the way you take pride in your work and do the little extra things to make your work look good. I never thought I would be watching someone spread or dig dirt !! But you defiantly make it interesting !! Loving your content 👊 Thanks for sharing

  • @satan2133
    @satan2133 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations Chris, as always I watch your videos from start to finish after I run equipment all day. Stay healthy and safe Chris and a very prosperous future doing what you love to do. From 🇨🇦

  • @ronaldgaska4480
    @ronaldgaska4480 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice Skid Steer. It will serve you well. Happy Labor Day guys.

  • @kens.3729
    @kens.3729 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It’s Amazing how well you can Transform an area so thoroughly with the right equipment and soil.

  • @arkansas1336
    @arkansas1336 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice work!!!! You're getting all of the nice jobs, good for you.

  • @craigwavra3495
    @craigwavra3495 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats on the new purchase. Smart move. Fits the kind of jobs you are taking. Good luck!!

  • @donmiller358
    @donmiller358 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm only into this video about 3 min and your working the snot out of that new machine, looks to be in perfect working order.

  • @warrioroftheking3503
    @warrioroftheking3503 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice addition. Awesome job Chris. God Bless.

  • @bobbybriggs189
    @bobbybriggs189 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Work ethic✅
    Nose for business ✅
    Professional✅
    Wealth of experience ✅
    Passion for industry✅
    Honest and trustworthy ✅
    Natural leader✅
    Good personality ✅
    Fun and interesting to watch✅
    You tick a lot of boxes, Chris.
    Respect

  • @evanpowell1769
    @evanpowell1769 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Look at those sideboards. Keep up the great work my dude. Love watching you build and grow. Have been watching every one of your videos you post for a long time now. Don’t ever lose hope, and if you need someone to run some equipment you just let me know! Keep up the hard work Chris. It’s really paying off.

    • @richcraven4164
      @richcraven4164 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That wasn’t Chris’s dump truck

  • @MatthewHoag77
    @MatthewHoag77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Nice work, as always. You must be doing halfway well for yourself in order to be making these purchases, and I think that's downright cool. I hope they serve you well for many years and jobs to come.

    • @Blazer02LS
      @Blazer02LS 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well he did sell the Hitachi so that money likely went into this.

    • @MatthewHoag77
      @MatthewHoag77 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Blazer02LS That would definitely factor into the cash flow.

    • @sisco_rl7160
      @sisco_rl7160 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      His TH-cam channel alone brings in hundreds of thousands of dollars per year. Plus whatever he makes on all these jobs which I imagine is a lot.

  • @augustreil
    @augustreil 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Congrats on the new machine ! Smart move getting all the same brands, then all the parts stock is the same.

  • @israelsarabia2700
    @israelsarabia2700 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A good piece of equipment goes well with a good operator to produce quality work! Nice work!

  • @xCoolBreezex
    @xCoolBreezex 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Encouraging. Congratulations
    Grading looks easy peasy with the old takehoochie

  • @timtaulu9914
    @timtaulu9914 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You have worked hard to get the equipment. You are looking to your future.
    Fairly new equipment it looks and sounds lie the new hasn't worn off yet.
    Good luck.

  • @louroberts5567
    @louroberts5567 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job! Like you were born with that skid steer attached to your side! Have a great day. God bless.

  • @alf1e12hernandez9
    @alf1e12hernandez9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m 16 and my dad rented a Takeuchi Tl8 for a week to clear 9 acres of brush. These machines are fun to use and very useful for working in construction or land clearing. 👍

  • @TheHillbillyEngineer
    @TheHillbillyEngineer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Dang!, you got that pad flatter than my first girlfriend! :)

  • @fulltiltgrading8366
    @fulltiltgrading8366 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats on the new machine. Nice job 👍🏻

  • @cthybrgss1
    @cthybrgss1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I had to check and see if my playback speed was set at 1:25, you were moving fast. ☺ Thanks for sharing, it's fun to watch.

  • @mountainviews5025
    @mountainviews5025 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chris very awesome purchase I'm extremely Proud of you I think that you should put some attention to your tracks either need some grease pumped in or maybe the rails need some attention but besides that great machine even if you have to put a tiny work into the machine that one of my favorites another good video thumbs up my friends

  • @kemo4298
    @kemo4298 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can't wait to see the Api bucket for three new skidsteer. Congrats

  • @thebear5454
    @thebear5454 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is different. So used to seeing you knee deep in mud or playing Paul Bunyon. Looks good Chris.

  • @johnhoffman4785
    @johnhoffman4785 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats on the new/used machine.

  • @bobbaer869
    @bobbaer869 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job Chris looks great 👍👍

  • @PaulLester.
    @PaulLester. 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to see you purchased a Takeuchi. I've always liked them. Fast, responsive & comfortable. Now just get a Dirt Skirt to protect your bucket hinge pins from dirt & debrie & you're all set.

  • @clydeacor1911
    @clydeacor1911 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Congrats on the low hour machine Chris!

  • @marcwohlmayer7897
    @marcwohlmayer7897 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job Chris. Looks good

  • @stephencicero
    @stephencicero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow. Business must be really really good.

  • @sydneymcconnaughhay5947
    @sydneymcconnaughhay5947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your new toy (oops )
    Your new machine looks like you were made for each other.Blessings from Fl.

  • @farmerbob4554
    @farmerbob4554 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You got that pad laid out in no time. Talent for sure but the controls on that Takeuchi have to be like butter! Well done.

  • @Todd.Roberts
    @Todd.Roberts 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was some nice looking fill that came out the back of that blue truck . A nice machine also . Don’t know if I could fit in that one as good as the other one lol

  • @philipblick8887
    @philipblick8887 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great workmanship concratlations from New Zealand

  • @Seabass466
    @Seabass466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I sense a dozer in your future lol good job man, hard work pays off

  • @Digginok
    @Digginok 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice skid steer! P.S. A backhoe could have leveled that and compacted before the first commercial LOL

    • @eliteearthworksllc
      @eliteearthworksllc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Digginok 🤣🤣

    • @letsdig18
      @letsdig18  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Doctor Phill Determined that this was a Lie

    • @Digginok
      @Digginok 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      letsdig18 fake news!

    • @eliteearthworksllc
      @eliteearthworksllc 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      letsdig18 🤣 your thinking of the wrong hoes I don’t believe Dr. Phil is into heavy equipment

    • @Digginok
      @Digginok 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      letsdig18 so it’s not a nice skid steer?

  • @larrymccready6778
    @larrymccready6778 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Not even broke in good, those are really reliable peices of equipment.

  • @smod1994
    @smod1994 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats Chris on all your new toys this 2020 season

  • @colinratcliffe2454
    @colinratcliffe2454 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chris, all you need now is a decent dump truck and way you go on your own. Well done very nice machine. Looks to work really well. A four in one bucket would be good later on.

  • @dewainwoodard4840
    @dewainwoodard4840 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Chris thanks for sharing have a great day and stay safe out there

  • @andrewcarnes1726
    @andrewcarnes1726 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The one coat wonders worked out pretty good

  • @octaviobarraza69
    @octaviobarraza69 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    an excellent job with the machine. very good operator. greetings from mexicali mexico

  • @kevinkenyon7045
    @kevinkenyon7045 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful job!

  • @brucebenson9651
    @brucebenson9651 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nobody can move material like Chris! Congrats on the new machine.

  • @JerichoRally
    @JerichoRally 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are an artist, Chris!

  • @tf7274
    @tf7274 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seen a few with steel tbg tracks...absolute work horses.

  • @jmwarden1
    @jmwarden1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations Chris, another new piece of equipment to add to your arsenal of dirt moving equipment.

  • @jbbrown7907
    @jbbrown7907 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice machine
    Powerful and quick.

  • @jwilliams99999
    @jwilliams99999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Hey Chris, you should do a video on how you use the laser to figure out the grade. I think a lot of people would get a kick out of that.

    • @patrickstephens5487
      @patrickstephens5487 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I would agree 👍

    • @brockcalabrese9005
      @brockcalabrese9005 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A good operator doesn’t need a lazerrrr 😂👁

    • @NFSGamerful
      @NFSGamerful 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      First time i saw the laser with inches on the pole (not sure what it's called in English) I was so confused. Looked so complicated

    • @rwonser53
      @rwonser53 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Chis do you equip your skid steers and backhoes with Ride Control ? Makes a huge difference both hauling material and empty.
      You cannot believe the difference it makes .
      I believe I was the first one in the country to try putting ride control on a skidsteer back around 2003.
      It was a Takeuchi TL130 we were selling to a tree farm that had to haul the trees a substantial ways to load the trailers and it was very rough on the operators as well as the machine.
      At that time I used a company out of Missouri called Hydra Smooth that specialized in creating ride control systems for all kinds of different equipment.
      The owner of the company agreed to try create a ride control system and install it on the TL130 we were demonstrating to the tree farm owners. The regional manager for Takeuchi made the trip also to see if the concept would work on a skidsteer especially with tracks. Everyone was skeptical to say the least, but I thought it would work as did the owner of Hydra Smooth.
      Everyone was shocked at the difference in ride for the operator and the ground smoothness of the machine while hauling the trees .
      Long story short that was the beginning of installing Ride control on skidsteers which is now some 20 yrs later a factory option for most manufacturers that sell all kinds of skidsteers.
      If you ever want to know more about that story anytime your welcome to call me 217 202 0877.
      Continued success

    • @TheAlbertaboy18
      @TheAlbertaboy18 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Shoot a grid, figure out average grade. It's not very difficult to level large areas.

  • @TacticalMainframe
    @TacticalMainframe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another fine executed project

  • @tuddsmithers7101
    @tuddsmithers7101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Even if I was comfortable with the controls I still wouldn’t be as fast as you are. I’m sure of it, thanks for the video.

  • @donaldtrabeaux5235
    @donaldtrabeaux5235 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man that is a beast great job.

  • @toast47624
    @toast47624 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Here in New Zealand a 3 axel truck can carry 10-11 ton. A 4 axel about 14. Those trucks set up like that carrying 20ton are pretty impressive.

  • @lwilton
    @lwilton 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm always amazed when you get trucks to dump the load where you want it, rather than just "I backed up here, I'm gonna dump it here, I have another load to haul!"

  • @johncolasanto605
    @johncolasanto605 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome job & congrats on the addition to your fleet.. Just curious, have you ever thought about getting a dozer blade for the skid steer? My friend uses one for cleaning out his barn . & feed lots

  • @mattsbrute
    @mattsbrute 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Im curious if the fans get to submit potential new company names..

  • @TheSnakeman3
    @TheSnakeman3 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are pretty quick with it for sure.

  • @scruffy6151
    @scruffy6151 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulation Chris on this purchase i hope it serves you well.

  • @jamesfarnham1976
    @jamesfarnham1976 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That worked slicker than whale snot. How sweet it is!! Congrats. Jim.

  • @johnbyrne1258
    @johnbyrne1258 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude did you win the lottery! 🤩 I’m delighted to watch your success. What’s your view on the new skid steer?

  • @anthonyhoneycutt8372
    @anthonyhoneycutt8372 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Appreciate reading the comments and Chris confirming our intuitions; in the most subtle ways. Bright futures all around!

  • @toddreynolds8875
    @toddreynolds8875 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You deserve it bud , your one hell of a hard worker.

  • @brockshields9336
    @brockshields9336 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That Takeuchi seemed to make quick work of that pad. Plenty of muscle and ease of handling. Plus a knowledgeable operator at the controls.

  • @george8873
    @george8873 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always great to get new toys to play with, especially when they're your own.

  • @rafidishak7801
    @rafidishak7801 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chris ...congtats on your nearly new skid steer...i have a feeling you going solo with your own company...I mean you ve got what it takes with your skill sets throughout the years operation non stop...
    Good luck with your new toy.

  • @iRangoTango
    @iRangoTango 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Chris, you and Hedblom are my favorite channels to watch. Very interesting and fun to watch.

  • @neilramseyer5348
    @neilramseyer5348 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I believe this video might be sped up a bit? Looks like a nice machine. Tracks always do a better job leveling

  • @brucerazor5202
    @brucerazor5202 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve run heavy equipment for 30 years and your real good on that

  • @trebornesregrot
    @trebornesregrot 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That puppy is quick! Full partner would be better for me, but I am lucky to get along great with my family!

  • @CristianNeve-or6gl
    @CristianNeve-or6gl 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    nice work mate you need a norm 4n1 bucket !!!

  • @drewgardner81
    @drewgardner81 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Heck yeah. I wanted a 12v2 but found a good 12 model TL250 with 1400 hours. Hopefully next time I can find a good 12v2 or R2.

  • @davidmays5231
    @davidmays5231 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Theres one thing people have to say. Chris has worked hard for what he has in life. It's a inspiration.

  • @timwilliams19
    @timwilliams19 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Two trucks! That explains the ‘reverse warning’ when a truck is moving forward. Didn’t see the second truck until the first had moved. Thought I was going mad.

  • @brianpatrick9480
    @brianpatrick9480 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are those new side boards on the truck! 👀 Looks like someone took great care painting them with the most expensive brush Sherwin Williams had

  • @michaelmullins1290
    @michaelmullins1290 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I saw one of these that had been rolled down a hill on a wrecker/recovery channel. That guy was not as good as Chris! Lol. Must be a great machine. Chris bought it.

    • @hd1987hd
      @hd1987hd 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ron pratt pulled that one out with the number 15 rollback

    • @michaelmullins1290
      @michaelmullins1290 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hd1987hd that's the guy. Did a great job to.

  • @ConstructionChannelLuxembourg
    @ConstructionChannelLuxembourg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice machine that! Are you planning on doing more solo stuff?

  • @marcryvon
    @marcryvon 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This morning, a 1:30:45 Mustie1 video, now Letsdig18 with a new machine. This Sunday is a great day. 😁

  • @terrexcorbin644
    @terrexcorbin644 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey i saw your hoodies keep up the good work

  • @00nutt
    @00nutt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Hey Chris with you buying all the new toys are you eventually going to leave your uncle and go on your own? Are partner up with your Uncle?

    • @JerichoRally
      @JerichoRally 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I'm thinking the same thing but if that were the case, why would he not of taken Tim? Timing maybe. Either way, Chris is certainly preparing for something and it's exciting to see him prosper. God bless!

    • @Skorpychan
      @Skorpychan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@JerichoRally Tim left on his own, to go somewhere with the opportunities for advancement that you just don't get when you'll always be the new kid.

    • @grimthenoble
      @grimthenoble 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Maybe he just likes buying shit? I do

    • @davidbriggs8076
      @davidbriggs8076 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Skorpychan maybe Tim will learn his arse off and then make a come back. He and Chris were like a well oiled machine imo

    • @TheFavess
      @TheFavess 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@davidbriggs8076 when did tim leave? i wondered where he was

  • @raywilson800
    @raywilson800 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like that little machine. Is that the dirt you screen? That's some nice fill dirt or is it. Sounded like rock when it slid out of the bed...keep diggin😎

  • @JohnSmith-ud9ex
    @JohnSmith-ud9ex 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    For a man that has pretty much worked 7 days a week for as long as I have been subscribed, I`d say fair play to you Chris ! = )

  • @martineastburn3679
    @martineastburn3679 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did 100 semi-trailers of building sand to level out this pad. Then 102 Cement trucks to lay the pad. Tons of work and a bulldozer did the leveling every 3 trucks. The pad leveled out a 48" drop in the back yard on a 70' building I put in. What a job. It worked out with a General contractor and 2 building construction The survey and ground was done under the General by a third party.

  • @jackleko2197
    @jackleko2197 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice machine and skills

  • @jeffsellers6277
    @jeffsellers6277 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You make it look easy, Bro.....

  • @theimprovementsguy8871
    @theimprovementsguy8871 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice work mate

  • @Graveltrucking
    @Graveltrucking 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    The next purchase a dump truck and you will be all set to go, I kinda figured a TL12 would be in your future sure enough it is.

    • @bam3998
      @bam3998 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      And a bulldozer

    • @Graveltrucking
      @Graveltrucking 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Dolo Ace Ya a little finish dozer would be good he uses them a lot. Same with Dirt Perfect the D4 he has is a finish dozer.

    • @chadsimmons6347
      @chadsimmons6347 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Makes you wonder why someone got rid of it with such low hours? repossessed?

    • @Graveltrucking
      @Graveltrucking 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Chad Simmons probably a lease return or who ever owned it last may only needed it for a few jobs you never know.

    • @Todd.Roberts
      @Todd.Roberts 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have done made that suggestion to him lol

  • @SystemsPlanet
    @SystemsPlanet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How you know whats level from inside that skidsteer? I see what your doing, but don't think I'd ever be able to create something level.
    Do you mind sharing the cost and purchase process on this new skidsteer?
    Warranty?
    Why did you choose that model?
    How did you know it was not abused?
    How much maintenance is required?
    What are the controls?
    Does it require feet to operate (I'm in a wheelchair)?
    How do you get in the thing?
    Great video!

  • @learninghowtodothis8062
    @learninghowtodothis8062 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice machine. I agree with the other comments that the tracks seem to be a little louder than the other skid steer. Are the undercarriage rollers all good?

  • @jozefbolesawbartkowiak2516
    @jozefbolesawbartkowiak2516 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy for U Chris...well done !!! Seems to me that U will go on Your own...if so wisching U all the BEST !!! Good Bles!!! JBB The JCB Poland

  • @beozzie690
    @beozzie690 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’m thinking the next toy should be a 389 long nose Pete Quad axle dump!

  • @cherbert359
    @cherbert359 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    best damn skidsteer out there i have t12 and a t250

  • @dougwilliams8602
    @dougwilliams8602 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job

  • @NameNaameNameeNaamee
    @NameNaameNameeNaamee 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man, that thing is a weasel! :O Or the driver is. Anyways, a weasely combo! Good stuff!

  • @JustinRolfe
    @JustinRolfe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The let's dig18 company is growing congrats

  • @adamschneider3099
    @adamschneider3099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Getting all the new toys lately!

    • @Tiffy552
      @Tiffy552 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Will surely need another operator soon.

  • @rcpasc1948
    @rcpasc1948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    What do you do? Buy another piece of equipment when the ash tray gets full in the old one? LOL!

    • @dennisryan7487
      @dennisryan7487 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This ones got a no vibration Cupholder !

  • @kat2641
    @kat2641 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Laughing it ain't your first rodeo in a skid steer!!👍 I'm not too shabby myself but you're better than me ☺️ nice skid loader

  • @markreetz1001
    @markreetz1001 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job Chris. What was the noise I thought I heard when you backblading with the new skidsteer? It kind of sounded like a card in the spokes of a bike? Hell, it could be my speaker. Good video.