Way too cool for summer school!. Chad, I am a 65 year old man. Look, the music is good, the video top notch, and the design and function of your product is excellent. I love smart people. Make more videos. You have the gift.
I know this is a super old video but if you are still using this system, one thing that will make a night and day difference is to vent the garbage can so air passing thru without bottle-necking. Cut out a 12 inch by 12 inch square in the back of the can and put chicken wire or screen there. This will hold in the debris but will allow the air to flow thereby making a smooth flow for the leaves and grass.
One thing I did on my factory-installed cubcadet bagger is there was novac motor to push the leaves in the hopper I mounted a back leaf blower to the front of the machine ran a rummber pipe from the leaf blower in to the chute on the end of the mowing deck to push leaves up the pipe in to the bagger works really good a extra 200 mph of wind makes a difference
Well done mate! Great improvisational engineering and fabrication. Very humorous as well. I'm working on a similar concept that will deliver the leaves directly into a plastic bag for final disposal. Leaves - one of the most diabolical curses of home ownership!!!
I just bought a 50" cub cadet that came with the bagger attachment. if the leaves are even a tad bit moist, i'm talking a mist not even a sprinkle, it works like complete dog shit. Clogs up where the shit normally blows out (w/o the attachment hooked up) IMMEDIATELY. I've been thinking about building my own - nice video & great creativity
Thanks for the reply! The video wasn't working for me for 2 days. Don't know what the h.... was going on but finally got it and saw it just now! WOW - not only is the DIY leaf collector you built awesome but the videography was superb!! Excellent job on both counts! But you didn't say the cost of materials nor show all of the actual build. My lawn tractor is nowhere near as nice as your ZT but I could fabricate a mount on the back since there are bolts already there for the retail ($280) models!
See this would be a good idea for me but my lawn mower has exhaust pointing directly backwards( yours is sideways), so it could melt the trashcan plastic and not provide sufficient exhaust for the engine. I might just move the trashcan to the right or attach a trailer to the back, and extend the pipe a bit for more capacity! Your video has given me ideas!
Major Props Dude! Brilliant Design, Awesome analysis of your version 1.0 and retrofit into V2.0.!! Gonna try do the same with dump trailer and turtle cover.
i gotta tell you the video is slick . nice revision change from 1 to 2. the only thing i would change would be no holes in the can but a fairly fine screen system in the lid to keep the air flow going and a debre reflector plate under the lid close to the tube to channel the yard waste downward. but listen , nice job and great vid!
There is always room for improvement and I agree that there is some areas that need some re-working. This was really a last minute thing I did over a weekend, without a lot of design planning. Now I'm in NYC (no grass) so I haven't updated the unit...there are a few things I would do different. I initially put this video up to motivate others to innovative something in the garage. Hopefully with the critique of others, people will customize there own designs.
Gotta say...so glad I watched the video. The BEST video Ive seen in a while! Loved version 1. "Big Deal"! Soooo me! or at least I think so. Thanks 4 posting.
it might work using coffee filters over the small holes to catch all the small debris. or one of the really large shopvac bags. another way could be laundry mesh bags sewn together to make it larger for your application. cool vid, thank you for sharing!
You are about as crazy as me about collecting leaves...your videos are way more fun though, great stuff! You need a couple of Direct-Bag-It bags hanging off the back to really make it work.
OK, props for the funny hill billy engineering lesson. I think a screen top could have allowed you do minimize some of the large holes all over the place. Only issue is the lack of a money shot showing this running down a nice run of lawn and seeing the before and after. Otherwise, you go boy!
I wonder if you put a ten inch hole in the lid with a screen if that would work. Hmmm. I'll definitely be doing this before next fall. My neighbor has a long row of pear trees that blow all the leaves in MY yard.
That would be great to use plastic bags, but with all the air circulation moving around in the trash bin area, I'm going to guess that the leaves will end up running back down pipe and start clogging. It's all about the process and what you learn on the way, I hope it works out for you and please keep us in touch if it does!
Who cares! Look at the views he has gotten so far. It works that's all that matters and the video quality audio and video were very creative. If you want a high powered vacuum go purchase the type made by Billy Goat or spend a fortune on one with an engine hanging off the side that blows leaves up the pipe. 10 out of 10 votes from me!
It was sometime ago when I built it and it wasn't intended for grass pickup, that being said, it did pick up grass as well. If the grass was wet though it would gunk up the pipe and clog the whole system.
Cost in materials, humm, I can't remember... I'm going to guess under $100 if you have the tools (drill, pop-rivet gun, snips, etc) The trash can was the most expensive part of the project. I agree with James Wright, and others, if I use more screen it would probably help with air flow/circulation. Maybe v4 I'll make more of a Skelital frame with fiberglass screen material in place of the trash can...or maybe I hybrid of the two. AnythingLabor, yes, if the leaves are the least bit wet it's a pain to pick up. I'm going to guess that goes with many leaf picker-upper.
+Eric Easton Never got to it but my thought was hinge it on the back side and make it high enough so you could swing the bottom up against the back without hitting the ground and latch it. Never got to it though so not sure how it would actually work. Skipping leaf raking this year.
Great ideal, thanks for sharing. Anyone can now modify for their situation and their mower. Joking: I would like to make a system that will blow the leaves and grass down the street about 500 feet away from my house. [ hurray for me and screw the neighbors] Ps. just joking.
Check out the Big Leaf Bag from Abletotech Corp. Awesome if you have a Walk Behind Mower. It's the simplest yet most effective solution for leave collection with a Walk Behind Mower.
You need a blower or something to help push those leaves in to the trash can. All that nice shiny metal ain't doing it. I saw a ten year old kid on you tube make a leaf vacuum using a hand held blower worked pretty good to, check his video out you might learn how to get your working better good luck you do nice sheet metal work.
Delivered a nice even cut, has the super tight turning ability th-cam.com/users/postUgkx1VWTrayKBdCKAjzAcZ_Eg4dhHTae3LkN also recommend I was looking for, and is just a blast to drive. It takes a little bit to get used to driving one after driving a normal tractor style, but once you've got it, you've got it. If you're cutting lines, you have to be careful spinning the mower around or the back tire will dig a bare spot. Just take it nice and slow during the turn and then it's back to full throttle across the yard!
If you can invent the leaf catcher, then I can invent (Round Up) weed killer!! Two gallons of burnt motor oil on them weeds , and there dead!!!!! I just gotta GET A PATTON FOR BURNT MOTOR OIL!!! And I call it, Hill Billy Weed Be Gone 4 Good!!! GetYaSumm!!!
Way too cool for summer school!. Chad, I am a 65 year old man. Look, the music is good, the video top notch, and the design and function of your product is excellent. I love smart people.
Make more videos. You have the gift.
I know this is a super old video but if you are still using this system, one thing that will make a night and day difference is to vent the garbage can so air passing thru without bottle-necking. Cut out a 12 inch by 12 inch square in the back of the can and put chicken wire or screen there. This will hold in the debris but will allow the air to flow thereby making a smooth flow for the leaves and grass.
Chip, I'm a bit of a "Hill Williams" myself, but could not of designed or built one of these without your genius. Thank You for sharing
One thing I did on my factory-installed cubcadet bagger is there was novac motor to push the leaves in the hopper I mounted a back leaf blower to the front of the machine ran a rummber pipe from the leaf blower in to the chute on the end of the mowing deck to push leaves up the pipe in to the bagger works really good a extra 200 mph of wind makes a difference
Well done mate! Great improvisational engineering and fabrication. Very humorous as well.
I'm working on a similar concept that will deliver the leaves directly into a plastic bag for final disposal. Leaves - one of the most diabolical curses of home ownership!!!
Nice! Your tube attachment to the mower is great! And the plastic can is good too! I have heavy duty screen covering my vent holes. Good stuff!!
Like 10 years later on TH-cam, still Love it!
Thanks for sharing your design and specifics. Really liked your video, music, and silliness!
I just bought a 50" cub cadet that came with the bagger attachment. if the leaves are even a tad bit moist, i'm talking a mist not even a sprinkle, it works like complete dog shit. Clogs up where the shit normally blows out (w/o the attachment hooked up) IMMEDIATELY. I've been thinking about building my own - nice video & great creativity
Thanks for the reply! The video wasn't working for me for 2 days. Don't know what the h.... was going on but finally got it and saw it just now! WOW - not only is the DIY leaf collector you built awesome but the videography was superb!! Excellent job on both counts! But you didn't say the cost of materials nor show all of the actual build. My lawn tractor is nowhere near as nice as your ZT but I could fabricate a mount on the back since there are bolts already there for the retail ($280) models!
This is not hillbilly this is genius!
See this would be a good idea for me but my lawn mower has exhaust pointing directly backwards( yours is sideways), so it could melt the trashcan plastic and not provide sufficient exhaust for the engine. I might just move the trashcan to the right or attach a trailer to the back, and extend the pipe a bit for more capacity! Your video has given me ideas!
Major Props Dude! Brilliant Design, Awesome analysis of your version 1.0 and retrofit into V2.0.!! Gonna try do the same with dump trailer and turtle cover.
Legend. Good to watch on a Sunday morning. I may finished project by the afternoon listening to that music
i gotta tell you the video is slick . nice revision change from 1 to 2. the only thing i would change would be no holes in the can but a fairly fine screen system in the lid to keep the air flow going and a debre reflector plate under the lid close to the tube to channel the yard waste downward. but listen , nice job and great vid!
This is great. I like to build things too And it's nice to see another guy's idea of a product you can actually use. Love the video too
There is always room for improvement and I agree that there is some areas that need some re-working. This was really a last minute thing I did over a weekend, without a lot of design planning. Now I'm in NYC (no grass) so I haven't updated the unit...there are a few things I would do different. I initially put this video up to motivate others to innovative something in the garage. Hopefully with the critique of others, people will customize there own designs.
This is simply an amazing idea compared to spending $300-$400
Gotta say...so glad I watched the video. The BEST video Ive seen in a while! Loved version 1. "Big Deal"! Soooo me! or at least I think so. Thanks 4 posting.
not bad at all....looks decent and it works.........I am thinking of using a 270 gallon plastic water tank for a higher capacity bin...wish me luck
Bad ass editing bro!
Damn, you just blew my mind! If only I could do something like this with my push mower.
it might work using coffee filters over the small holes to catch all the small debris. or one of the really large shopvac bags. another way could be laundry mesh bags sewn together to make it larger for your application. cool vid, thank you for sharing!
You are about as crazy as me about collecting leaves...your videos are way more fun though, great stuff! You need a couple of Direct-Bag-It bags hanging off the back to really make it work.
wow that was awesome! It looked good.. You did a good job on that! I am going to do that too. That would save me $$$$..
You are an engineer, very good invention, I will steal your creative idea for my personal use. Thx
Good insight into your design and build process. I’ll be able to use some of the guidance. Fun mix of music and antics.
Looks as good as the commecial set ups, and the video was well done, and entertaining. Thanks, Dan
OK, props for the funny hill billy engineering lesson. I think a screen top could have allowed you do minimize some of the large holes all over the place. Only issue is the lack of a money shot showing this running down a nice run of lawn and seeing the before and after. Otherwise, you go boy!
I wonder if you put a ten inch hole in the lid with a screen if that would work. Hmmm. I'll definitely be doing this before next fall. My neighbor has a long row of pear trees that blow all the leaves in MY yard.
Cool efficient video I was equally excited jumping around when I follow this built mine
I love it !
Sent to me by my son who is a landscaper.
That would be great to use plastic bags, but with all the air circulation moving around in the trash bin area, I'm going to guess that the leaves will end up running back down pipe and start clogging.
It's all about the process and what you learn on the way, I hope it works out for you and please keep us in touch if it does!
I love 4:20 when the dump occurs.....about 2 handfuls of leaves!! Some good ideas though.
Who cares! Look at the views he has gotten so far. It works that's all that matters and the video quality audio and video were very creative. If you want a high powered vacuum go purchase the type made by Billy Goat or spend a fortune on one with an engine hanging off the side that blows leaves up the pipe. 10 out of 10 votes from me!
ive got an old snapper riding mower im going to try this on. Very clever bro!
ever think of attatching the top part of the shop vac to the lid of trash can for that extra boost of suction
Thanks bud. I have some other back yard inventions that I've made, but I need to get put together a video to post.
Interesting idea!
I realize this is an older video but I'd like to try something like this. How does/did it work for catching grass?
It was sometime ago when I built it and it wasn't intended for grass pickup, that being said, it did pick up grass as well. If the grass was wet though it would gunk up the pipe and clog the whole system.
Chad S Interesting! I'll keep that in mind. It's good to know these things!
Thanks
thanks for your video and great idea, canada quebec
Cost in materials, humm, I can't remember... I'm going to guess under $100 if you have the tools (drill, pop-rivet gun, snips, etc) The trash can was the most expensive part of the project.
I agree with James Wright, and others, if I use more screen it would probably help with air flow/circulation. Maybe v4 I'll make more of a Skelital frame with fiberglass screen material in place of the trash can...or maybe I hybrid of the two.
AnythingLabor, yes, if the leaves are the least bit wet it's a pain to pick up. I'm going to guess that goes with many leaf picker-upper.
Nice work with the setup. Also great comic relief in the video.
dont worry home depot will take it all back
shoudl have a latch on the bottom so you do not have to detach it to dump the leaves
I love this Idea. Gonna use this in Findlay Ohio
You drilled the holes too big, now you should install some screen. Should work better then.
agreed. OR, make a skeleton frame out of aluminum and use more screen material as the waste holder, which would allow for more air flow.
this is great! how well does it work for picking up grass?
great design how well did it work on rough leaves
So good !! does it work when mower to collect grass also ? or is it only good for leaves ?
I'm doing this. Though I think I'll cut the bottom off and hinge it so you don't have to ake the can off everytime.
Good thought. How would you open and close it?
+Eric Easton Never got to it but my thought was hinge it on the back side and make it high enough so you could swing the bottom up against the back without hitting the ground and latch it. Never got to it though so not sure how it would actually work. Skipping leaf raking this year.
looks good man I wanna add something like this to my cub cadet I can't see paying $500.00 for something that can be built like this
What Id like to do is design a blower that mounts to a ztr mower using the existing belt pto
why didnt you show version 2 vacuuming leaves?
Great rig, nice job and great video.
Oh,the things a creative mind can do.I love it"
I like it. Nice work!
wow if someone wanted to make a homeaid cheap one here is the inspiration awesome build yeah the signs arre awesome think I could get one lol
Good job . WILL be making ONE 👍👍👍
Nice setup and nice video.
Great ideal, thanks for sharing. Anyone can now modify for their situation and their mower. Joking: I would like to make a system that will blow the leaves and grass down the street about 500 feet away from my house. [ hurray for me and screw the neighbors] Ps. just joking.
Check out the Big Leaf Bag from Abletotech Corp. Awesome if you have a Walk Behind Mower. It's the simplest yet most effective solution for leave collection with a Walk Behind Mower.
You need a blower or something to help push those leaves in to the trash can. All that nice shiny metal ain't doing it. I saw a ten year old kid on you tube make a leaf vacuum using a hand held blower worked pretty good to, check his video out you might learn how to get your working better good luck you do nice sheet metal work.
Well aren't we the cats meow !
podrias subir el video de cuanto hiciste las piezas para el recolector?
Sick i got a husqavarna 54'' zero turn with the bagging kit which works fine for us
Awesome Video!
good video and good work on your trash cans.. lol :D would this work for grass catcher??? and i got a john deere d100
Why is the video down???
Cool video
Great concept and video work. :]
Great video! 😆 🤣
I'm glad my video has inspired you and your kids to get creative and have fun! Hope your project is going well.
-Chad
What was the size of the hvac u used?
great idea dude!
What was used to drill holes in trash can. I like
Spade bit through plastic
good stuff
Devious i say, Devious.
put an extra blower motor half up the pipe
Yea I'm just cutting down some trees bam done
AWESOME!! THANK YOU!!!
This is awsome
what kind of plaque? "Hillbilly Bling"??? I think we can make that happen :)
Delivered a nice even cut, has the super tight turning ability th-cam.com/users/postUgkx1VWTrayKBdCKAjzAcZ_Eg4dhHTae3LkN also recommend I was looking for, and is just a blast to drive. It takes a little bit to get used to driving one after driving a normal tractor style, but once you've got it, you've got it. If you're cutting lines, you have to be careful spinning the mower around or the back tire will dig a bare spot. Just take it nice and slow during the turn and then it's back to full throttle across the yard!
Good job!
Love it
2:46 LOL Dance break :p
Bravo , I love it ;-)
Good tinkering but I think you got about 2 ounces of leaves out of the can! Funny though
+++ Funky Gardner!!!!
Nice idea.
Best HusQ advertising material. FREE:(
Nice build but why add all of the crappy music
JD actually makes a bagger for your model. I would post a link, but TH-cam doesn't allow it. Google "z225 accessories"
I really like that awsome
nice!
i love it
funny shit, but I like it, good job....chrome chute,lol.
bahaha This is awesome!
since when does a hillbilly care about leaves in his yard, lol!
Toro mower removal of deck
Guess I shoulda read more, already covered.
Hahaha... maybe I should have, then I would have over 100k hits on this video.
If you can invent the leaf catcher, then I can invent (Round Up) weed killer!! Two gallons of burnt motor oil on them weeds , and there dead!!!!! I just gotta GET A PATTON FOR BURNT MOTOR OIL!!! And I call it, Hill Billy Weed Be Gone 4 Good!!! GetYaSumm!!!
Nice video but ditch the tunes