I Bought a BRAND NEW SKID LOADER With NO EXPERIENCE! (Bad Idea)
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I just bought a new Bobcat as well!! My first machine purchase and I love it!! T770!!
Have you heard any bad things about the one I bought?
Brad you get the Bobcat so when Flair's new one breaks down he will come and get yours.
Haha!
Y'all be careful with them load binders they will hurt you bad !
They seem very scary… I’m going to have to get different ones that are a little safer!!
Uh-oh, you've been influenced by Beefcake Construction LLC, since 1969!😮
Haha
One question, was the hat free? I bought a brand new 242d3 down at cat in omaha and didn’t even get a free shirt, I even asked 😂
It was free to me, but my salesman had to buy it! Really you didn’t even get a T-shirt🙆♂️
Go Brad! Changing lives one at time! May he get the bathroom he deserves
I know will be able to make it happen for him one way or another👍❤️🇺🇸
Stay away from the snap binders they are dangerous I knocked my self out with them
I was thinking that I could’ve lost a finger when I was closing it!
Really… You got knocked out 🙆♂️
I like how you're trying to do everything properly however you should talk with you're local DOT. Because I believe on a machine that weighs over 10,000 lb you have to have 4 individual points of contact on the machine and within a fifth contact over the bucket of the machine.
Plus you should have got the ratchet binders. Much easier to use and safer.
So you would need five ratchet binders and multiple chains ⛓️ however if you set the chains up properly and they are long enough you can get away with using 3 separate chains with five binders.
If machine is under ten thousand pounds there's other rules for that. Much less restrictions on securing equipment.
Good luck!
I’m going to get a ratchet set for the bobcat but where I have it currently it will stay there 99% of the time on my land… So I will not be towing it very often
Prank Flair and Macy. Put a goat in her bathtub take some funny pictures Get a picture framed as a housewarming gift
Haha! Rick?
666 bobcats in a year. Some see that number and think it's a little satanic, when I hear six sixty six is "in in in in the head!" The Great Outdoors was a great movie 😅
Amsoil cetane boost is Alcohol free. Meant for all diesel engines. Amsoil is by far the best gasoline or diesel additives on the market. They stand behind their products
money he spend on that skid steer he shouldn't have to pay for hats and T-shirts, sweat shirts. pretty much this video show me never buy from bobcat there sale man are awful
Good job Brad! Donated to help get Colin the bathroom he needs.
Thank you so much for your generosity. I greatly appreciate it and so will Colin.❤️🇺🇸
I stopped listening to that guy when he said Power Service was the worse thing you can use for a diesel.
I do heavy construction for the army, in my experience you definitely want the other binders to tie down. those single lever ones are prone to smack you in the face if you arent careful
Thanks for the tip. I’ll go pick those up.👍.
@Brad the Builder I second this, I've also seen them unload under shock in collisions. Plus ratcheting binders are alot easier to use once you get the used to them.
@@BobbysBudgetBuilds wow! That is dangerous!
Love your videos man! Educational and entertaining. Keep ‘em coming!!! As a Marine (04-08) donation incoming. Colin, we got you man.
Thank you Hunter! You’re the best🇺🇸
Hmm maybe I should grease my mower I haven’t greased it once and I had it for 15 years and runs like a beast still lol
Sometimes less grease goes a long way!
Brad is so good on camera well spoken and to the point keeps the viewer engaged
Thank you! I give all the credit to my camera, guy, Brandon, and his terrific editing👍🎺
Your video makes me appreciate my job on a Saturday in construction
You done a fantastic job for the first time ever running a bobcat ! Great job brother ! Prayers Colin !!🙏🏻🙏🏻
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Nice work Brad. Donation done. Stay strong Colin!
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Hope you have super deep pockets, especially owing a Bobcat, personal I wouldn't buy that bran, to many headaches. Drive motor extremely expensive to repair.
Maybe I can sell it before the warranty runs out?
Did you bother to ask them , "IF my Bobcat quits running" , will you(the dealer) come out to our job site and Repair IT per the warranty coverage ?
Is that an option?
Hey Brad! Can you please do a video about how someone can go about becoming a home builder? I'm 23 been working full time in the trades since I was 16 with the goal of becoming a builder but there is not much content out there regarding that. Love your videos! Thanks!
Yes I will do that. I am working on it so I can do a good job explaining the process that I went thru
Brad they didn't show you proper secure meant, chaining over that bucket doesn't stop the machine from going backwards, DOT would right you tickets over that, need to go through the tub in the lift arms or something that will pull the machine forward
That’s good to know… I’ve never had to change one of these things down before! 👍. Thanks
Hope your dealer is better than the dealer in Raleigh
Been around this particular piece of Equipment for many years. Not a good trac record. I guess you will find out.
That’s a bummer 🙆♂️
The BRADCAT Awesome machine Brad I used an older Bobcat at a fish hatchery I worked at.
This one has the option of the ISO or the H pattern… I hope I said that right?
Brad's Water Service!
Flair's animals approve...lol
Hey Brad if you have any questions on anything with your new skid loader you can always just ask flair how to run it!!! He only blew up his first skid loader with very low hours also!!! You will definitely love having a skid loader for sure!!! You can do so many different things with them to help things get done much easier!!! Good luck buddy!!! Awesome video buddy and remember keep up all the hard work buddy!!!!
If I read between the lines… I should not let Flair drive my bobcat! 🙆♂️
I say since you and flair just baught two new skid loaders different brands you need to set a course to see which one is better. Also recommend getting a cordless grease gun you won’t regret it.
That’s a great idea. Thanks
I reccomend backing the skid loader on especially if you don't have anything on the front of it you less likely to tip back
Thanks for the tip… I like that! 👍
Curious what the price is down in your area brad?
We have always wanted to get one but the cost seems out of reach
You could call Bobcat Of Omaha and see if they could get a better price vs. what you’re getting in your current area!
New drinking game. How many times can Brad say Bobcat in a Bobcat video about Bobcats. 😂
Haha! Did somebody say bobcat??
Nice!
Be careful flashing that credit card around on video… there’s a lot of low life’s out here.
I need to stop doing that🙆♂️
Way to go, Brad! i don't know why the title says "Bad Idea"... I think it looked like you were doing great! I just finished watching Andrew's video moving the animals to the new property. That was so funny how dramatic Ralph was. I think you and your family will enjoy having the animals out there. I have a feeling you'll be getting a critter or two for yourself. A while back Andrew asked his viewers what kind of animals to get that would be good around children... I have all kinds of suggestions, hint, hint!
I hope you and your family had a lovely Easter. I wasn't able to make it to our family dinner tonight that my folks were hosting. I had two falls on Saturday and got a bit beat up so I was not up for it. Hopefully I'm healed up in a couple weeks because I've booked a flight to Vancouver Island to go and visit my brother and sister-in-law (and one of two nieces). They've built a new home out there which is waterfront. I think they've been in it for about 4 years now. It's my 'happy place' because the views are spectacular and it's so lovely to open the bedroom window and fall asleep to the sound of the waves.
Sorry, I didn't meant to babble on and on AGAIN in this comment. I feel like I'm writing a friend a short letter whenever I comment on your videos!
It was great to see Nate in this video. I think we caught a glimpse of Max too. Maybe this Bobcat will be helpful to them as they start their new farming business?! Any word on whether they're interested in their own channel? I mentioned it in a comment on one of Andrew's videos and got a heart, so I am taking that to mean he agrees with me, haha!
Take care - I hope you and your lovely wife and family are well. I truly do wish you and yours the very best and lots of blessings.
Heather🇨🇦
PS-If you or Colin Doyal read this, please know that I'd love nothing more than to be able to contribute to this fundraiser but I'm just not able to at present. My disability income was significantly reduced recently and things are really hard right now. It simply doesn't pay well to be disabled! I'm currently looking for ways to help cut my costs so I feel like as much as I want to help a fellow disabled person, I am not able to at the moment.
Colin, if you see this, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts. While I will not pretend to understand your specific struggles, I can empathize and appreciate how tough it can be. I am a Canadian, but would like to sincerely thank you for your service and your family for their sacrifices while you were deployed, etc. It takes a special kind of person to do what you were doing and while I'm not an American, I do appreciate your country and am glad to be a neighbour. I wish you the very best and hope that this renovation happens for you sooner than later. Heather🇨🇦
Heather,
I always enjoy hearing from you. You’re such a wonderful person and have such a kind spirit!❤️
It will be fun having a Flairs animals right in my backyard… I’ve become friends with Ralph. I’m not sure if Max and NATE will start their own TH-cam channel but I’ll be showcasing them from time to time on Brad the Builder .
Vancouver Island sounds beautiful I’ve never been but I’ve seen pictures I can only imagine what it’s like in person… That would be my happy place as well 👍🤠
i’ll make sure Colin sees your comments! I wish you all the best and please be careful. It concerns me every time I hear that you take in the fall. 🙆♂️. Your Friend -Brad ❤️🇺🇸
Nice machine you can use a 20 ft chain 1 for the front 1 for the back but you need a binder on all four corners of the machine chaining it down not 2 dot will write you a ticket
So you’re saying I need for change or just for points of contact with 2 Chainz
Great job for a first timer, just a small tip, turn down the throttle a lil and it won't be so herky jerky if that makes sense?
OK… That makes sense!
Are you hiring? I can teach you some tricks make your life a whole long easier your do it for you love the videos
Right now I’m only paying with doughnuts 🤔
Great choice on the Bradcat. It needs an air horn installed. You can never have too much air horn. Happy Easter
More Airhorn is like more cowbell😜
Is a pet camel next?? This crush on flair gotten out of control!!!!😂😂😂😂😂 just joking brother no disrespect intended. Much respect from Maine. New home looks amazing so far
I’m kind of hitting it off pretty good with Ralph! He’s really enjoying his new home, which is right in my backyard👍
For the love of all that is holy do not use a pipe “cheater bar” to tighten your chains. I did that forever until the cheater bar came lose and threw me off the trailer and send me to the hospital.
Wow! I hear all kinds of scary things about those cheater chains
Congratulations on your new toy purchase. Beautiful looking machine. You did an amazing job Brad 👍
There’s still 25 more buttons I have no idea what they do🙆♂️
@@BradtheBuilder be careful, one could be for an ejection seat 😬
@@b5maddog haha😜
I’m telling you Brad HGTV SHOW 👍🏽👍🏽
Haha! You are making me blush☺️
Bobcats are landscaper rigs should of baught a CAT like a man
Next time
Kinda Hope flair gets jealous of your Bobcat. Cuz I wanted him to get a Bobcat not the one he got
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I love watching your videos Brad. You could build the hell out of a house. and the way you talk it’s like you can sell a ketchup popsicle to a old lady in white gloves lol 😂
@@Ramonvivanco_209 thank you for your kind words… I wish I could steal your line, but I don’t know if I can remember it?😜
You are a natural with that Bobcat. Impressive for first time out. I think I’d have to get a pHD to figure out the maintenance though. Great video Brad. I learned a lot like usual. Thanks…
Good thing, we filmed the whole process because I had no idea how involved the walk-through when you buy a bobcat (we didn’t make you watch the whole talk)
Gotta by them by the hour but definitely a Deere or Cat
Great stuff Brad the skid loader you purchased was great. Wishing Collin the best with his new bathroom, and great job on setting up a fund for him so your community can help out with the funds needed for his new bathroom.
Thanks Austin! The Brad the Builder viewers have really stepped up to help out Colin… that generosity fills my heart with joy❤️🙏
I always had fun driving the forklift.
I think driving a bobcat would be ten times as fun.
It’s kind of relaxing and therapeutic… Would’ve been nice to have the music playing🤠
Looks like flair needs to put in some french drains here also, to get rid of all that water.
You’re exactly right… He did that just a couple of days ago👍
Great work Brad! Any chance you want to give me a trailer for free? Haha
Maybe… After Eugeno gets done, banging it all up! 🙆♂️
Awesome video as always continued prayers going to your friend
Thank you! 🙏❤️
oooh brad's bobcat vs flair's kubota 1v1 challenge?
Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!
Sorry I'm late but Andrew had me in that trailer with all those other stinky animals. He just let me out so I came over here. Okay, on with the show.
Haha! Now they’re in my backyard
@@BradtheBuilder I can see your house from the new enclosure.
(Don't tell anyone I'm Dale the goat.
I don't want Banjo to find out I can speak) 😜
@@dalegereaux1863 haha! You are my favorite Flair animal right after Ralph!
Ima tell you right now! TAKE IT BACK!!! T66 models are complete trash. The most jerky and unsafe skid ive been in. Take it back. Tryna save you the headache now. Ive had 8 difference operators in that machine and they ALL hated it included myself. Ive had 3 other contractors in excavation field as well that all got rid of that model as well. Take it back and get T770 if anything. Try to get the R series. I have all CAT machines but if you’re going bobcat, that would be my recommendation. I just cant stand to see our hard working money be wasted and definitely dont want you to feel that pain too.
As always I enjoyed the vid. Your fellow contractor from MD!! 💪🏾💪🏾
Even the new 2023’s are not any good?
@@BradtheBuilder Just had 3 different bobcat T66 R-series on 2 projects building mausoleums. 2 were 2023's and 1 was a 22' all under 500hrs and we didnt even make it 50 hrs before returning them. Jerky hydraulics, random loss in power, shutoffs when digging into a pile at full throttle, terrible engine compartment setup., all 3 had coolant issues when running 8hrs consistently, etc. Honestly I had them bring a bobcat t650 and a Kubota 95 as replacements. Way better units performance and functionality wise. Im all about getting a brand that has great support but these 66 models are not worth it. when spending $75-80k id go with a different model or brand after several hrs in these units.
One thing I will suggest as a bobcat operator is doing a “K” turn instead if Turing all in one spot. That will help out big time in wear and tear with ur tracks.
Thank you for the tip. Appreciate that.! 👍🎺
Those chain binders are terrible and dangerous IMO … ratchet style are much better
I’m going to take those back and get the ratchet set👍
Flair should show you how to drive it since he just got a new one.???
Flairs hard to pin down… The guy always has something going on
Bobcats are good machines. but the reason there are still supply chain issues is their diesel engines and or engine parts are produced by companies like Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and the Doosan Group which are in places like Japan, Tokyo, and South Korea. I can't say for a fact that there are no smaller to midsize diesel equipment engines built here in the U.S., but I'm almost sure that none of them are. I believe they're all shipped in and installed in the brands that are assembled here in the U.S.
Same with things like Ford Trucks, so many people think they are American Made when only like 10% of their parts are built here and the rest are built in China, Mexico, and who knows where else and shipped to the U.S.
I believe the most American Made truck and car is the Toyota Tundra, and the Toyota Camry. Strange to hear, but true. lol.
Skid loaders are easy to operate. Your nerves just get the best of you in the beginning because you feel like it'll be more daunting than it actually is. You'll have it down and feeling confident within a week of continuous use
I need to practice more with the stereo on
Nate is movie star material😁
Your an awesome man for helping.
👍❤️🇺🇸
Good choice on the Bobcat, ive spent many hours in one just like it. Stay up to date on the maint and service and you'll love it.
And for what these things cost you definitely need to stay up on the maintenance because you don’t want to fix them or have to buy a new one!!
Going to use those air miles to come to New Zealand ;)
I would love to visit New Zealand❤️✈️
I think you might have to give Andrew some tips
Not yet! I need to practice a lot more
This guy copies everything flair does lol
I can’t keep up! I quit🙆♂️
Brad I personally think you have have went asv for a skid loader but nothing wrong with bobcat either
Hell yeah finally a good work horse, those tracks will be amazing, and the joystick are way better then hand and foot controls
it was fun to drive! 👍
He said 11 places on each side. You said 21 ports.
I was never very good at math or spelling!
Done and done. Always help out our vets
Amen❤️🇺🇸
Chains are 22lbs 💪
They felt like 25 Lbs💪🏽
Hey Brad what music do you even listen to
I like all kinds of music… play, classic rock ‘n’ roll, country, and Jimmy Buffett!
In a week you will be somewhere buying a set of quick attach forks and a drilling attachment and augers
Absolutely My family owns a farm. And my grandad bought all of those attachments as soon as he bought his skid steer 😂😂
@@spencermartinoutdoors6997 i’m hoping Flair buys a lot of that stuff. If not, I’ll buy the ones he doesn’t have so we can share
Should of bought the ratcheting chain binder way better over the lever ones cause they will bust your knuckles.
I that’s what I get for taking the cheap way out… I’m going back to get the better ones👍.
I was worried about losing a finger and a knuckle 🙆♂️
Good idea buying yourself a skid steer. It will save you a lot of money time wise for sure. Good luck Colin, you are a good man Brad.
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Wait till Flair sees it. I see skidsteer races in the future.
Me too!
Homeboy is partially right about ethanol additives. Ethanol strips the lubrication properties in diesel fuel. But the bigger issue it’s ability to absorb water. Water is the High pressure fuel systems enemy. If you’re running anything ethanol through a diesel, you’re running water through your HP side of your fuel system. Also, I agree with and highly recommend Schaeffer’s, for additives, and engine oil. I run their engine oil in all my vehicles. And anyone else’s I can convince to purchase it. Breaks the bank, but I’ve torn apart engines various oil vs Schaeffer trucks. Night and day difference.
Thanks so much for these tips are greatly appreciate it! 👍🇺🇸
@@BradtheBuilder no problem, have happy digging!!
@@ahoward6637 🤠👍
Great job!!!! Handled it like a pro!!!! Flair better lookout!!! lol Stay Safe & God Bless!!
Maybe we have a skid steer contest/race?
@@BradtheBuilder I am in.
Excellent job driving the bobcat.
By the way the last one to drive it has to wash it. 😉🎺🎺
That’s a good rule. I’ll have to implement that because my kids don’t quite understand the clean up part.
@@BradtheBuilder you need to find a stick.
Before you can teach them anything, first you have to get their attention. 😏🎺🎺
@@dalegereaux1863 My mom had a stick! It was more like a 2x4
@@BradtheBuilder you are so funny
That’s how you know he got money to spend lol flair is not willing to pay that much for a bobcat lol
The first few mins I seen the new truck and first thought--- was there goes the truck😂
Unfortunately, Bobcat isn't as reliable as they were pre-Doosan,wish you the best with it
Really? I did not know that. I hope I made the right decision.
@@BradtheBuilder You bought a formidable machine, just make sure you follow the recommended maintenance schedule to a T, so your warranty coverage isn't voided.
@@alanruechel2240 will do👍. Thanks
Wow I’ve bought a 2 tractors from kubota and 2 from John deer. They always throw in the chains and binders for FREE.
They smelled your lack of experience!
Hope you didn’t pay over MSRP!
I’d bet you did, Sorry Brad
Should have brought your “dirt guy” with you
True! that’s why they gave me a hat and a miniature bobcat! 🙆♂️
We also have a T66! Make sure you check the coolant level. Bobcat has a recall on the T66 and they loose coolant randomly. Also, for the lever binder I would highly recommend a Mytee Combination Winch Bar. We use it and it's super easy (better than pipe). We have a few videos on our channel showing how we chain down equipment. You can see it in use there.
That’s concerning… I hope I don’t have issues with mine!
I bought a t66 about a year had to top off the coolant every now and then for the first 50-100hrs but now its held steady for over 180hrs when I got mine I found some information somewhere that said it's normal to have to top off the coolant for the break in period.
@@deadmuphinz that’s good to know… I’ll check it tonight👍
^^^ Wow
Brad I think you need to change the grade of the lot so it drains properly before adding rock to deal with the mud.. seems like that's just a bandaid and you haven't fixed the actual problem of drainage first.. 😮
Point taken… We did finally put in a drain! I don’t know why we waited so long to do that🙆♂️
@@BradtheBuilder I would change the grade to drain first, then plan for a drain if needed from there. You may not need a "drain", but really just a grade change, consult with a drainage professional.
@@bobsmith1841 you’re a lot smarter than we are… We finally added a drain across the drive and I don’t know why we waited so long to do that ??🤔
@@BradtheBuilder Nice! Loving the content!
@@bobsmith1841 thanks for watching👍
No
Hey Brad can we get a watch tour??
I only have one watch! It would be a very short tour😜
I'm still using an older skid steer. You control the bucket and all that with 2 foot pedals. 2 hand controls control forward and reverse. With 3 switches. Talk about leg day when your in it for hours. Lol
That sounds very complicated to run
Before you buy a bunch of attachments, talk to flair. Maybe you can buy ones he doesn't unless you will be ising it all the time. You can probably borrow his forks and bush wacker when you need them unless you're gonna use forks all the time. Then you should just get your own. Maybe get things he doesn't have, like a Jack Hammer, concrete pump or mixer, backhoe, trencher, compactor attachments if he doesn't. It might be something you would use a lot with building. Or if your son is going to do the whole farming thing, you can get one of those hay bailer, tiller orpost hole digger attachments. They also have plows and snowblowers for you long driveways and pathways to your sons house.
I’m waiting for Flair to buy all his attachments and then I’ll see what I need to get😜
congrats for your new toy... some time ago I bough a eletric screwdriver and ware happy for days 😂😂😂🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
Haha! Seems excited until you have to start making the monthly payment🙆♂️
Like the new machine Brad!
She is fancy❤️
What about the bobcat horn????
It’s a little wimpy horn… And I can’t remember which button it was🙆♂️🎺
🦼love the new power chair
Haha! I never thought of it that way😜
Wrap the loose chain around your boomers. So they don't bounce open. Even tie hay wire through the loop at the end of the handle to the chain so it doesn't bounce open driving down the road. Be careful with those boomers. They will easily break bones. Heard stories of them breaking people's jaws and knocking them out cold.
Those things sound very dangerous. I’ll have to get the other ones… Thanks for the info.!
Thank you, Brad, for what you did it that was amazing. Just ordered a butcher block. Keep it up my friend!!!
Really? That’s fantastic… Thank you so much. I greatly appreciate your generosity and support for Collin.❤️👍🇺🇸
Hey brad one tip that I have when running the machine is to do compound moves (arm up and dump at the same time) productivity goes up. If that machine have eco turn it off and Throttle-up like up up you can set a auto Idle so it will go down to idle after not working for 20 seconds. Don't run it too hard it is not that big of a machine I run a t870. Have fun be safe.
Thanks 👍 great advise
Hey Brad now you have a bobcat and Andrew has the kubota you should operate his and him operate yours and do a comparison for the viewers 👌awesome videos keep up the good work
I think that would make for some good content, and do some price comparisons
Wouldn't you want a bucket without teeth for grading rock?
I was too naïve to know any different… I’m gonna have to go back and buy a different bucket🙆♂️
@BradtheBuilder that's part of learning
I’ve always said the learning curve can be expensive!