SMOKING DEAL?? $7,750 Bobcat T870 Compact Track Loader

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  • @yournamehere3374
    @yournamehere3374 หลายเดือนก่อน +164

    Part out the cab/rops, tracks, final drives, undercarriage, loader items, main frame, and as much of the engine as possible and walk away. You will never come out on top trying to repair it. Also, don't beat yourself up over it. There is still much value in the good remaining parts. You will recover more than you think.

    • @Rusty-Metal
      @Rusty-Metal หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      100%

    • @robertgonzalez8419
      @robertgonzalez8419 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      You are a smart man my thoughts exactly

    • @carlthor91
      @carlthor91 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      When I saw the burn mark, I shuddered. I agree, part it out for what he can get and remember the lesson.

    • @ThatcherKSA
      @ThatcherKSA 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      Yeah bail on that thing and get another one, everything on that thing is cooked. That guy lied on the damage, no one in the auction business popped the back engine bay open looked at that and said "yeah that's probably rebuildable". Likely what's left intact is melted or damaged internally like those valves etc. The main hyd pump lines cooked out the front so that's probably burned out too, 30k+ in repairs just what's visibly burned out, you can get a running one for 40k. Get one that that wont take 2 years and 50k to rebuild, we will watch. 😇

    • @mattmilliken7347
      @mattmilliken7347 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      @@yournamehere3374 how fucking dare you make an intelligent comment like this!! I love all these replies explaining TH-cam people make money from content, he should keep going.

  • @TORAH-613
    @TORAH-613 หลายเดือนก่อน +80

    One good thing came out of this. I now have changed my mind on buying a burnt machine to rebuild.

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

      That was more or less my goal lol

    • @Curt-b2x
      @Curt-b2x 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      ​@@dieseJLBurnt means the steel has been subjected to heat treatment that is most likely detrimental to its strength never take that chance when heavy lifting is Involved.😮❤

  • @jessesmith1181
    @jessesmith1181 หลายเดือนก่อน +127

    You should call the auction amd tell them they misrepresented the amount of damage by saying medium. That is far more than medium fire damage. That is heavy to total loss fire damage.

    • @John-rf4sv
      @John-rf4sv หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      True ✊

    • @PaulHigginbothamSr
      @PaulHigginbothamSr หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      I really think the auction people misrepresented this machine. What I know is that a fire damaged machine should be written off. This one especially.

    • @benc3699
      @benc3699 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      It may be too late now that he has torn down the machine sadly

    • @calcon6
      @calcon6 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      I love that your wife has fun on video, love to see you cute baby having fun with Dad working.
      I wish you all the luck with whatever you do with this skid steer It's your dream. I just love watching you work on your dream. Watching Salvage Workshop talked about you & the cool project you work on was cool to hear someone talking about your channel. Hope you find what you're looking for sooner than later. Thanks for the cool video, bummer it was way more gone then they told you.

    • @WikkedDonkE
      @WikkedDonkE 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Yeah, but the problem is what is "medium." Guaranteed my medium is different than your medium and is different than their medium. It sucks, but this is a dead end, especially more than 4 months down the road.

  • @MrPNutt
    @MrPNutt หลายเดือนก่อน +41

    I’m a technical communicator for a large dealership and not to poop on your project any further, but even if you are able to get this machine physically whole again, you will still need a small fortune to have the dealer program the software and configure the machine. My hat is off to you, good luck!

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      Oh big time. And that’s what makes it impossible to repower. Bummer but it’s what it is

  • @FenrirFabrication
    @FenrirFabrication 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +11

    As someone who recently made a video series on a burnt Bobcat 7753, I truly wish you luck sourcing the countless parts you will need. It took me a year, but mine is now fully functional. The hard work pays off, but man, it is not easy. Mine was definitely worse off, but my parts were way cheaper. I'd probably cut my losses and part it out unless you find a parts machine like I did. But either way thanks for the video.

  • @warlock-designs-customizations
    @warlock-designs-customizations 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +16

    I buy Garden tractors. Started out using a Saturn Vue and a homemade Harbor Frieght trailer 3 years ago. Today I'm up to a 98 C6500 22 flatbed with a 3116, 5 trailers and a 6k crane. Many mistakes along the way. Love watching your channel, your in the good fight and watching you fight with heavy metal makes my 1k tractors seem so much easier.
    Hang in there!

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Thanks!!!

    • @tdotw77
      @tdotw77 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      That ol Saturn must've been screaming in pain! 😂😅

    • @Huntersprojects
      @Huntersprojects 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I also have a similar addiction lol I buy sub compact and compact tractors just a step up from you I use a gmc 3500 and a 16ft equipment trailer

  • @00nutt
    @00nutt หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    Thank you Lisa for letting Tyler blow up the garage for continuous content!!!

  • @willscottrell6919
    @willscottrell6919 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    I despise Bobcats and you made the right decision. Fire machines are an ok buy but you have to view them before bidding which i'm sure is a mistake you won't make again.

  • @gutsngorrrr
    @gutsngorrrr หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    I can only imagine the neighbours watching and thinking, now what's he up to. It certainly looks like a lot of work and a lot of expensive parts to replace. Good luck with this one, you'll need it

  • @BillHejdak
    @BillHejdak หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    You have gone through something that I've had in my mind for a few years now. Great honest and informative job. You also convinced me to never buy a burnt machine. I am surprised at what auction price that a burnt machine would go for. I'm still looking daily for a dream machine, but my age is telling me that it'll never happen.
    So, thanks again for making this video. One of the best that I've ever seen.

    • @mitch500
      @mitch500 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Probably went for more because lots of people have this idea of rebuilding the machine for cheap and making a profit. Kinda like what your are thinking and him as well. But if one were to get it cheap enough you could possible salvage the drive motors.... But that machine looks pretty well crisped. I would think with that ammount of heat the orings inside the pumps and motors would be compromised.

  • @jeffbalog5161
    @jeffbalog5161 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    You remind me of me decades ago,more ambition than money but always got the job done and didn’t mind doing it,do what you got to do and get the job done, Godspeed.

  • @resto_roller
    @resto_roller หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Tyler, bobcat are just not the machines there were since Doosan bought them. You are still going to be better cutting your loses and sell the parts. Go for a Case or Takeuchi. Look for one with a blown motor and rebuild it. It’s more of a known quantity.

    • @benc3699
      @benc3699 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Takeuchi all the way 💯

  • @Maximus43968
    @Maximus43968 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Love seeing little man helping and being involved. Seeing the troubles and letter you got makes me thankful l live on a dead end dirt road lol.

  • @Motorizeify
    @Motorizeify 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    I've been there and truly admire your character. Keep doing what you do
    Don't get discouraged.

  • @chicky10211
    @chicky10211 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    I applaud you for the effort sir very much…as others have said your have made me completely rethink trying to buy a burnt machine or maybe even one that’s in pieces….for the almost 12k your into this thing plus your time, you could have gotten a wheeled machine with high flow for another 2500 or so and been better off to grow with….best of luck to you

  • @paulthompson3877
    @paulthompson3877 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Here's a small tip for you, when trying to compress the track tensioner run a chain around the track with a chain block to compress it,

  • @newblast6169
    @newblast6169 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Few months ago a bought a fire damaged 2019 Bobcat S70 ( I started with a small machine 😄). I just sandblasted + painted the frame and put the engine back together. Like many said, some parts are just super expensive for no reason (I'm in 8k total). I think I might still be able to sell it with some profit, but at the end of the day a machine with all parts on it, is just the better option. You'll be better of buying an inoperable machine and sell the parts of this machine that are still good. Nevertheless, this is an experience on it's own and I'd do it all over again😂
    If you do decide to finish the project, I will watch every episode and root for you!

  • @chrisroccaforte3934
    @chrisroccaforte3934 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I bought our bobcat t300 at an auction about six years ago. Flood problem. Farm use, so we really wanted it for drilling fence posts and moving empty palettes for hay. Closed cab is great 👍. 14000 in 2017! Three electrical problems but the field mechanic pulled them and sent them in for remans . Night flood so engine is good. Flood equipment is better and take a professional! Hello from Texas!

  • @jorgesaavedra9158
    @jorgesaavedra9158 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    One of the things I appreciate about your channel is that you try to show us the good and the bad. You've mentioned it already, but the important thing about experience is to not repeat the bad ones.
    😏

    • @tdotw77
      @tdotw77 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Experience is a good teacher but mistakes are extremely good learning lessons you never forget! 👌🏻👍🏻

  • @dirtleg13
    @dirtleg13 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    As someone who just bought an "as-is" 2018 case tr340 that runs for cheap and was able to fix it cheap I can offer the same advice others have given. Part out whats good, recoup what $$$ you can and start with something that actually works.

  • @TheHomePros6221
    @TheHomePros6221 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Mite be an unlucky purchase, but you are SO lucky to have such a beautiful family! You are so blessed my friend and you are a great father, you can tell your son loves helping you he’s already picking up wrenches and helping dad fix stuff. I really like your thought process, I think me and you are kinda alike on the way we work on stuff, we both also have case 450s lol

  • @joe_preston
    @joe_preston หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Watching this made me realize how much I take my forklifts and other equipment for granted to work on other equipment.

  • @tehpanda64
    @tehpanda64 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    i'm a vote for part it out. Modern CTLs do not look fun to work on. I'd save up for a rig with good bones, or live with a lower powered machine, I hear the sub 60 horse power ones get around some of the emmisions requirements, and as long as you aren't doing super heavy rock work or mulching, I think they can do the job well, just a bit slower.

  • @KevinWhitehill
    @KevinWhitehill 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    For what it’s worth, do your research on the parts needs for this thing including the simple stuff that you would need in the future if you were to rebuild it such as filters or sensors. I don’t know myself as I have never owned a Bobcat however I follow another TH-camr who just got rid of his small excavator and another Bobcat unit because all the filters for both were only available from Bobcat and in his area there was no dealer coverage. As a result he had to order everything and paid shipping to get it. This was costly compared to his other non Bobcat equipment which he could get filters and most other items from his local parts store.
    Definitely look into these kinds of items on any machine you are locking into before pulling the trigger. It’s a shame to find this out at this stage but my experience is that fire machines are usually shied away from for this reason unless you need specific parts that were not affected from the fire. Sometimes without putting your own eyes on it though it’s hard to tell what’s salvageable.
    Good luck.

  • @99Projects
    @99Projects 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Man that’s tough, burned machines are such a tempting proposition bcuz their usually dirt cheap but I always remind myself, that cheap for a reason. I have a marketplace addiction tho and if I see something, I’ll say something

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Yeah, I’m not as worried as everyone here haha. I’ll get my moneys worth eventually and hopefully pick up a non burnt salvage machine

    • @99Projects
      @99Projects 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @ that’s true, you won’t lose on it, just a waiting game like you said.

  • @johumm455
    @johumm455 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    fire extinguisher powder is basically salt (sodium). so you have to shot blast everything to get rid of that ! if not you will get rust in all the places where normally no rust will occur. (moisture will get thru paint over time). Good luck !

  • @Nelson-rd1et
    @Nelson-rd1et หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Very common to overpay at an auction.
    Also, buy a running machine next time, and think about all the time you could be working making money with it, instead of time spent rebuilding one. Big difference..

  • @bjarnevarme9830
    @bjarnevarme9830 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Ah man, it didn’t look so bad at first but I don’t think it will ever run again. To many expensive parts gone up in flames. You win some and you lose some ❤

    • @Rusty-Metal
      @Rusty-Metal หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      100%

  • @Catch_The_Irishman
    @Catch_The_Irishman 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    In my experience auction houses/sights (especially in PA) always misrepresent the condition of the equipment. The are also notorious for shill bidding. I have bid as high as 30K on used equipment only to be outbid by a mysterious bidder online and the same equipment repeatedly shows up at the same auction house again and again until they get the price they want. As you have demonstrated the best deals are from private sellers where you can inspect it. The auction house listing that as "medium fire damage" is a farce. That would mean replacement of electrical system and hoses should repair it. Not even close. You are so correct about the fire origination. Keep debris out of the engine/exhaust bay and have a pro fire extinguisher on the equipment. Your channel is awesome. Almost as awesome as the relationship you have with your Dad. Thanks for the content!

    • @AquaTech225
      @AquaTech225 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Easier just go to a bobcat or whomever dealer a just purchase a used machine that they serviced etc a what not.
      Vs even screwing with auctions.

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thanks for watching!

  • @kirk467
    @kirk467 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    I don’t know if you watch C&C Equipment, channel, Clint goes down to a huge auction in Florida and there is a lot of equipment that’s labeled inoperable but it can be fixed! Diesel Creek, Matt buys equipment at an auction and he has a habit of buying inoperable equipment! 75-80% of the items that he buys starts and runs, and it’s a hit and miss thing! But I think these guys would know more about whether you should buy a fire damaged machine or not! I think you should keep looking my friend and check these guys out and see when these auctions go on!

  • @TKM1951
    @TKM1951 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I have to admire a fellow with confidence in their abilities. I look forward to looking over your shoulder !

  • @jrac863
    @jrac863 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Next time u have to remove a pulley like that use a mixture of 50 acetone and 50 transmission fluid and throw on the heat.Its been a lifesaver in our shop for years

  • @garyfeltus9801
    @garyfeltus9801 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Well it was burned worse than you thought. If you was to rebuild it. You would have pretty much a new machine. But I believe it's past the rebuild point. Great video.

  • @duramax3388
    @duramax3388 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    I'd say I'm absolutely impressed with the aluminum ramps to hold that forklift. No way I would have trusted them

    • @tdotw77
      @tdotw77 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I was thinking the same thing!

  • @karlkirchhofer8283
    @karlkirchhofer8283 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

    those people that advertised minimal fire damage should be shamed of them selves

    • @resto_roller
      @resto_roller หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      A fire is generally not ‘minimal’

    • @albertmcalister9066
      @albertmcalister9066 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Saying “fire damage is minimal” is like saying the Titanic bumped an ice cube

    • @krnsssdz
      @krnsssdz หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@albertmcalister9066 it could be, if its put out in time.. for example if 10"x10" area burns damage could be "minimal"🤔

    • @albertmcalister9066
      @albertmcalister9066 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@krnsssdz I have been in this world for 75 years and here’s what I have learned. Even a small fire generates a lot of radiant heat. Plastic, wiring harnesses, computers and hoses get damaged. At first glance it may not look bad but fire damage is always worse than it looks.

    • @krnsssdz
      @krnsssdz หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@albertmcalister9066 yeah you are right in that matter 👍

  • @toniwitten7708
    @toniwitten7708 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Part it out and part ways with it. Just count it as a lesson learned.

  • @pjbuckmaster
    @pjbuckmaster 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    The item that u removed and set on the loaded from under the cab is the locking mechanism that holds the cab up on the struts when ur raise it.

  • @mattmilliken7347
    @mattmilliken7347 หลายเดือนก่อน +134

    I dont know why anybody hasnt said it but please for the love of god, cut your losses now and run away from this thing!!! I love a good project like anyone else, but there's far far far better things to spend your money on. If you decide to tackle this thing at least you'll have accumulated the required skills to do literally anything with a skidsteer, from the frame up. Lol

    • @happys104092243
      @happys104092243 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      🤣🤣🤣🤣 maybe only you. But I would do what he is doing as well.

    • @andyloebrown8250
      @andyloebrown8250 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      Oh but this is good for TH-cam content.

    • @briany6989
      @briany6989 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      From the looks of it, he’s does very well in family and home life. He doesn’t need anybody here to tell him what to do, he already knows what he has. So for the love of god diesejl, continue on as you see fit, you’ll figure out what you want to do.

    • @charlesmurphy1510
      @charlesmurphy1510 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Naw, anything can be fixed. Just shop around for used parts.

    • @LatitudeSky
      @LatitudeSky หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      If he really and truly wanted to "make money with his business" with a CTL, he should have just bought a Takeuchi TL8 or TL10 or something that will run any time there's a paying job. Not a project that will actually keep him from doing other paid work. But a project for TH-cam is a tax deductible expense and gets audiences engaged.

  • @coryhiatt9152
    @coryhiatt9152 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Kudos for the ambition, part it out, and find a better one, I have done my fair share of burns, and the are by far the most expensive to repair, id destroys everything! You will win with your ambition!!

  • @TheJoseMedina
    @TheJoseMedina 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Risk takers make the world go round, I commend you. You win some and lose some, it looks like you win more than you lose , earned a sub

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Yeah gotta take the good with the bad!

  • @how_to_hallagon1
    @how_to_hallagon1 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I've just started watching your channel. Two things that can help you move heavy things around on machines are an engine hoist and electric winch or even come along. You may want to hold onto the burned up parts so you can show them to the parts department at the bobcat dealership to get the right size parts that go to that machine and not buy the wrong parts to take back. Also a reference where things go and take pictures.

  • @BlakeMerckleTrucking
    @BlakeMerckleTrucking หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I think it might be time to price out all the parts and decided if its worth it we just bought a 2014 high flow t870 for 35k delivered

  • @DXT61
    @DXT61 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Those rubber tracks are a lot heavier than they look. We had one pop off once in a field and had to remove completely and move the machine because it was on the side of a hill. They are tough.

  • @kevinfrerichs8589
    @kevinfrerichs8589 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Thank you. you have showed me never buy a burt machine. unless you go look at it first hand. Good luck.

  • @IFarmWeFarm
    @IFarmWeFarm หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    As a TH-camr myself and the experience of work that I’ve done on my own machines i think you might be safer part it out, your a great man for giving things a go and I take my hat off to you for that but this one is just going to cost you a small fortune and may never be fully correct mate. I’ll be watching regardless 👍

  • @naj370
    @naj370 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I'd have to agree with part it out and get what you can out of it. The fire has probably damaged all the seals, o-rings in your hydraulic and hydrostatic systems. If you do continue with this repair/restoration, can you bypass some of the computerized components, or the emissions crap?

  • @kencarlton9939
    @kencarlton9939 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I am a recovering project junkie and this video makes me feel good about where I am not. God have mercy on you sir.

  • @philstreeter9703
    @philstreeter9703 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    At first, I thought that you should part it out, but I like you're thinking. You make money making video content and it would make a great video series as long as you can find a donor machine. They are extremely helpful machines. We're behind you no matter which way you go.

  • @ProtonOne11
    @ProtonOne11 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Ouch. That is A LOT of money and time to try and get this Bobcat purring again. I'm not an expert, but i don't think you will get away with less than 20K on parts to replace everything, if you buy original parts. If you want a project that bugs you for months and have the money, go for it. If you want a working skidsteer to help you with other projects, get a different machine.

  • @metaspencer
    @metaspencer 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Interesting project and it's cool to see your VIEWS lighting up and spiking on this video just a day out. Way to go!

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks!

  • @philmckinney5837
    @philmckinney5837 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    You might reach out to CC equipment in southern Indiana as they are a stand up business and may look you up something at at a auction as he buys and sells a lot of equipment and they have a TH-cam channel and they also sell new parts 👍

    • @tdotw77
      @tdotw77 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Him & Clint know each other, Clint has commented on several vids.

  • @bmaharg7990
    @bmaharg7990 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Nothing but admiration for you in your endeavor. Just wow! 😮

  • @robertgiller88
    @robertgiller88 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Super cool and that little guy loves helping

  • @joedeckinflyover
    @joedeckinflyover หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I really like the JD skid steers ! Have run several different kinds .

  • @wills5482
    @wills5482 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    It's amazing that 90% of skidsteers get totalled by fire damage and not anything else. And its most due to negligence since people are too lazy to clean the thing

    • @Press1for
      @Press1for 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Grease build up,dust stuck to the grease,leaves stuck to the grease, worn shaft wiper seals on cylinders, leaking hydraulic fluid leaks and then a electric short and poof 🔥

  • @microncole9716
    @microncole9716 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    You’re right it happened to me all the time on Facebook marketplace when I purchase stuff like that but it’s a lesson learned always but a adventure ❤ You’re doing a great job

  • @happys104092243
    @happys104092243 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Use a come along with a chain from center of track to top of can next time. Makes it a easy job to push front roller in

  • @In2investing
    @In2investing 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Definitely one of the more ambitious YT projects I've seen, god speed

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Lmao

  • @shatkins142
    @shatkins142 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    “It’s the only time I have to work, if he wakes up we are done” I felt this one…I have a 78 John Deere I am trying to fix up but everytime I start working on it one kid wakes up

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Like clockwork

  • @Machines.In.Action
    @Machines.In.Action หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    No matter how rough it looks now, I know you’ll turn it into something amazing. Keep up the great work! 💪

  • @chriscannata8044
    @chriscannata8044 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    my suggestion finding the correct person at Bobcat who is willing to work with you and help you out. Sponsor or something along that line, it's not impossible but you just need the right person. Maybe partnering with another youtube channel or finding connections via other channels who know someone.. You'll find the right person

  • @ChrisHarding-lk3jj
    @ChrisHarding-lk3jj 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I have purchased numerous pieces of damaged equipment, and the rule of thumb is to always assume it's the worst-case scenario.
    Last year, I purchased a 2023 JCB 3TS8T teleskid and a 2023 JCB hydradig 110w that were damaged in transport. Both pieces of equipment were brand new, and I paid 30k for both machines, and it was a package deal.
    The teleskid was an easy fix, I had to replace the cab, some glass, and the display screen. I spent $8000 fixing that machine, and the hydradig is another story with much more extensive damage. If I purchased all the parts from JCB, I would spend close to 100k to fix it. I am waiting for the right donor machine to come around, which will provide me with all the parts needed. So far the best deal I have found is 37k for a machine needing a motor, which I might buy.

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yeah, lesson learnt lol

  • @dougsmith5873
    @dougsmith5873 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I have bought several burnt big ticket items. My rule of thumb. If it looks like I can get the burnt parts removed in a day and start cleaning it that day, it is worth restoring. I am afraid you may only have parts to sell.

  • @TheZigZiggy
    @TheZigZiggy หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I would say while you're looking for another T770 or T870 then start trying to rebuild that engine and drive pumps. Who knows, you might end up completing this one before another one pops up and it will make good video content in the meantime.

  • @Shamrocknut
    @Shamrocknut หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You have my vote of confidence on taking on this big of a project! If you decide to go through with the project and need parts you might try Cook equipment in Allegan Michigan near Kalamazoo. Good luck!

  • @whitby910
    @whitby910 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Nothing but admiration. Great video.

  • @wheat8448
    @wheat8448 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Just found a t870 2015 for $39,000 it has 2,200 hours on it It was just serviced and it runs amazing. You're wasting your time. You're going to be into that thing as much as a new one costs by the time you're done with everything on it, you're going to be into that thing. $70,000

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yes 😓

  • @robertgonzalez8419
    @robertgonzalez8419 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You said the listing said light fire you should’ve disputed that get your money back this thing was torch curious to see what you do stay in courage I know this is like a punch in the gut but you seem to have the will to get it done so may God be with you and give you strength and wisdom

  • @josemartinez915
    @josemartinez915 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Good job buying it’s worth that and more in just the parts alone. Also I’ve had two inoperable skid steers delivered they will slide down with some oil.

  • @jeffholden7942
    @jeffholden7942 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    15 years ago when I still had my diesel shop had a customer that had a 1998 cat skid steer destroyed block he wand us to put in a 4bt because he had one so we did it worked great he said it was better than oe engine we had repowered trucks for years that’s why he came to me you can buy a 4bt for what it would cost for wire harness

  • @SeaDooEric
    @SeaDooEric หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    You should be able to sell the drive motors, sprockets, engine, and misc parts and break even. Or make a 65 part video series restroing this and gain a ton of subs

  • @Halffast719
    @Halffast719 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Is that a lining bar you’re using to budge it over. I bought a Bobcat T300 project and having a hydraulic problem. Rebuilt the pump and got it working but I have a leak and the right track doesn’t move. I’m gonna be watching this.

  • @computergeek673
    @computergeek673 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Just found your channel, Assuming you just started. Come to find out, you got this. 98% confident you got this

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      lol, thanks

  • @Shadyoaks-farm
    @Shadyoaks-farm หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Man hang in there, it looks dark but you've got this. Think about this how many people have the balls to even think about doing this. Guess what? I'm sure you've been here before where you thought no way am I going to be able to do this.

  • @randy-yx6pi
    @randy-yx6pi หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This reminds me of a dream I had. Over and over when I was a child traveling farther and farther into space seeing all kinds of amazing stuff but was always scared of traveling to far beyond the point of return. It was actually an amazing adventure. Tried but never could duplicate dreams. Into space. Or understand there meaning. They claim dreams help it would be interesting to see if you will have dreams to remember from this and there meaning. Why does the brain dream.

  • @C.A.Swede.
    @C.A.Swede. 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Everyone makes mistakes the only important thing is what you do about them- I’m sure and hope you take it heads on and get this back to working condition and it will be something positive to look back to whenever you jump into it.

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Somehow we will figure it out!

  • @indy5ss
    @indy5ss หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That would be an enormous project. Save any parts you think you may need when you do find a wrecked one. I have a T770 2spd and hi flow. Incredible machines..you won't be dissapointed. Like a little bulldozer. I like bobcats because I have a dealer 10 minutes away. Uncle has a deere, and the electric quick tach is always giving problems. Very frustrating.

  • @brianworley7705
    @brianworley7705 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hello, thank you for the video. Interesting situation and purchase. I guess being trained and having worked as an engineer, one might be familiar with tempering metal and what the heat of a fire does to impact that. Given how toasted most of the items were, I would seriously question the strength viability of the frame and about anything that has paint burned off as evidence that it was in the flames. No need risking you life for the structure to have been affected by the heat and fail during use. It could be tragic. Maybe you are seeing things differently in person than what I saw in the video, but I certainly would have to look Very closely before rebuilding and operating this machine like it was originally designed and assembled. My opinion only, take it as you will.

  • @jasondelcamp657
    @jasondelcamp657 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    Put in a non emissions engine, do the minimum electrical to get the controls/joysticks working

    • @I_Am_Your_Problem
      @I_Am_Your_Problem หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You don't have a clue... None.

  • @Chris-i1r8t
    @Chris-i1r8t 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    What u could do is find a donor machine and see if u can salvage what is on that machine i did it with my peterbilt 379 still works and drives the same day it rolled off the assembly line

  • @DaveSteel-p5x
    @DaveSteel-p5x 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Oh man! I feel the pain 🙃 hope you're feeling well after this!!👍
    As a TH-camr my self I hope that I never will experience that kind of pressure 😬

  • @windzer
    @windzer หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    ive seen guys fix burnt machines but by the time they get it fixed they might as well bought a used unburnt machine its alot of nickel and dime stuff on a burnt machine. but idk if anybobcat if worth fixing especially the newer ones since they got bought by doosan

  • @jamesweidenfeller2699
    @jamesweidenfeller2699 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I am a Bobcat operator for life from Grand Rapids, call woodhams equipment in Wayland Michigan ask for Phil he wil tell you all you need to know and where to find parts if he doesn't have them

  • @Carlsensverden
    @Carlsensverden 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Tak!

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you!!

  • @jforthewin8029
    @jforthewin8029 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Tip on breaking bolts loose. Lots of heat and quench it with water. Then reheat it.
    Other option is wax. That will seep down into the threads better that PB blaster.

  • @kidhenderson8260
    @kidhenderson8260 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Original Bobcat parts are VERY expensive.....I own a Bobcat excavator. I am sure there will be a ton of video on this. Good luck.

  • @TerryLawrence001
    @TerryLawrence001 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just add a couple of hundred feet of chain and a float, and you have a perfect rig for mooring a yacht! BUT!, on the other hand, the best machine to own is one that you know intimately!

  • @otisbailey5455
    @otisbailey5455 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Good luck you are in deep. Basically all you have is a carcass. May want to start your parts list which probably includes an engine/rebuild. The computers and harnesses alone makes this deal scary.
    Good luck

  • @MatthewAlan-yo4or
    @MatthewAlan-yo4or 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Is that an oil stain or moisture from the A/C compressor on your driveway?

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Big time oil

  • @cars9533
    @cars9533 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Me thinks she's pretty crispy! Take it from an old pro, bust it down and part it out. Burn jobs can turn ugly, unless you have a parts machine it'll cost more than a running machine. Your options are find a parts machine or part it out.

    • @cars9533
      @cars9533 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I don't know if you have checked with Vanderhaggs, but it anyone has used parts, it'll be them.

  • @IndependenceIron
    @IndependenceIron หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    If you are looking for a big machine on the cheap then you need to find a 900 series wheeled bobcat or an older 270/280 Deere skid steer and then put on a set of Loegering VTS tracks. Old simple reliable machines that run forever, and the tracks with the steel undercarriage add about 1500 per track/frame so 3k lbs of extra machine weight pushes these big frame machines up to 11k lbs. I have a Deere 270 on VTS. It pushes very well, and lifts great with the extra weight. Have lifted a 4k lb lathe with forks. If you want a strong lift machine its hard to beat Deere for lift power.

  • @david78840
    @david78840 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    A very -expensive costly lesson learned. I have also been through this lesson. I learned it the hard way. Wish you the best in the future.

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thanks! It will all work out… there’s still some good parts

  • @angelbanda9330
    @angelbanda9330 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I work at a bobcat dealership, and you're right as far as the used auction machine. T870 will run people over the 26k non cdl limit. T770 has less lift capacity but same engine and pumps.

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hm interesting. I have a few questions.
      1. I thought I saw for 2014 like I have the kubota engine was different?
      2. Why does the 870 put you over the 26,000 limit?
      3. What do you think I should do for a machine moving forward?

    • @angelbanda9330
      @angelbanda9330 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @dieseJL
      -your engine being different to what?
      - the logic with the weight doesn't exactly put it into cdl territory it's the equipment needed to haul it. At 13k you'll need a gooseneck that's rated higher then 20k which at that point with a truck being rated at atleast 10k gvwr you'll be over the 26k limit of gvwr. Yes there is ways to keep it legal under 26k, but you have to very carefully pick out all the equipment in the equation. Such as a bumper pull 16k trailer.
      - whether you use new or used parts you will be upside down in that machine. Only way I see you don't lose money is you find a machine that had been flipped or has a blown engine or ruined hydraulic system and use the parts from this machine. Without another machine I would not touch the machine you have there's simply nothing there to work off of.

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      My engine is a kubota v3800, I thought the t770 had a v3400?
      Good points about the gvwr. I’ll sort that out when I have a machine to move lol.
      What do you think about me buying a t770 or s850 and using the parts? From what I see a decent amount of the parts cross…?

    • @angelbanda9330
      @angelbanda9330 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @dieseJL according to the parts look up the engine part number is one different between a 2014 T770 (7013314) and a 2014 T870 (7013315). T870 having 7hp more, but both being v3800 (same block and head part numbers. I can look further into what the true difference is if you really need me to.
      I would say you find another machine and buld off that other machine as on the electrical side you'll have to reprogram every controller to the new serial if you decide to move it all to your current machine. It's doable, but I've never had a project like yours come through the shop so I'm not sure exactly how you would scrub the serial off some of those controllers.

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ok, this is great info, thanks.
      It sounds like I could look into a T770 of the same vintage and use some of the parts from my machine. I will hold steady for a machine that needs an engine or hydro or something! Thanks!

  • @Cartrik28
    @Cartrik28 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    These type of videos are good for growing your channel, one benefit of having a channel is over time if you stick with it these videos will return your hard work.
    Of course you overpaid and this would not make sense for a non content creator. Your drive to carry through is what will bring the viewers. Supporters and haters alike, be nice to both. :)

  • @bearover7652
    @bearover7652 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve watched several of these in Salvage auctions but never could convince myself to get one. These an old TH-cam video of a guy restoring a completely burnt Cat backhoe. You can watch that for inspiration.

    • @dieseJL
      @dieseJL  29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I will have to have a look!

  • @SeaDooEric
    @SeaDooEric หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Can you get a pre emissions wire harness and ECU for this? That might save you some money and eliminate future issues

  • @justinperry2392
    @justinperry2392 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    If i make 600 per day and spend 2 days on a project that means im not working. The project better make a good return or worth for me to fix it myself so i can avoid mechanic labor. Time is what im chasing these days. Hopefully you have the time, good luck!

  • @stevengullison410
    @stevengullison410 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hello sir, you really have patience. I think you are smarter than what you think. Steve from NB Canada

  • @quietbrianquiet
    @quietbrianquiet 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    But you got a good level out of the deal so yeah, not a bad buy all together, Brandon Bildz just took a tour of a machinery salvage and parts company. You can see the video and name of that company on his channel. They might have a salvage machine for you?

  • @warrensteeves3060
    @warrensteeves3060 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Did a rebuild on a 853 with minor fire damage. Big mistake $$$ wise and I paid 2000 for it. Got it back together and still have it but wouldn’t do it again. Good luck though