I spent $28,000 on this machine sight unseen!! (Takeuchi Track Loader TL240)
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Its just occurred to me that I never discussed the Hours in this video, The machine had 3980 hours on it when I got it which is a bit higher than Id like but I talked to several people who said it wasn't hard to imagine getting 8000+ out of the engine and pumps so that should last me quite a while!
I noticed that the diesel inside this machine seems to be red. Which means it is heating oil. *edit* I life in germany, we only have one type of diesel. I did not know that there is Offroad diesel in the usa.
you spent 28k on that thing?! I havent even saved up that much! (32k actually now that Ive watched the vid)
@@FeralDayASMR it's off-road diesel... Only time it's illegal is if he drives the equipment running it down the road. Otherwise there's no road taxes on it so it's cheaper
@@FeralDayASMR that is off road diesel witch is also died red. It's not taxed legal for off road use so tractors, equipment, etc
Looks like you put a can of refrigerant in it too.
Matt, I’m a retired English teacher and have never used any equipment heavier than a riding lawnmower, but I just love going along with you on these adventures. My wife says what are you watching, I tell her and she says WHY, and I tell her that I now know how to change the oil on a skid steer 🤣. I appreciate all you do.
Current English teacher, and same 😂😂
retired accountant, same here.
@@TXH1138 working accountant here 😁 but you newer know when you will need knowledge like this😎 so the rest is history 😄
You'vre ridden a riding mower; that's heavy equipment to me. I know how to WD40 things !
Current Community College professor and I feel the same way.
I think I've got it now: Skid steers should always be purchased in pairs, so that one can be used when repairing the other!
If you don’t already have one yes lol
Only if your purchase is NOT a Bobcat LOL! Otherwise, in 18 years of ownership ONE Bobcat has been fine LOL YMMV!! :D :D :P :P
I’ve lost count on how many Andrew Camarata has. I think six plus.
@@Military-Museum-LP I think Andrew’s addicted
@@DunbarLandFarms Probably just can't get rid of them. After watching him work, I wouldn't want his used stuff! Although, anything that can survive him is a model I would look for somewhere else.
I love that the dealer was literally willing to put his money where his mouth was. He brought it KNOWING that you weren't going to be able to pass on it. Good on both of ya.
As far as the oil filter; having it under the cab may be encouraging you to lift the cab and check everything out every once in a while instead of only when there’s problems
The only difference between a man and a boy, is the size of our toys…. That my friend is a fantastic new toy !! Enjoy every moment with it.
We used them at the tree farm I used to work at. All in all great machine but either don't waste your money on gas shocks for lifting the cab or put them on when you need to lift it then take them back off. Don't know why but those particular shocks don't hold up between services. We serviced ours regularly and everytime I had to change the shocks. My guess is the vibration of running the machine shakes them enough they loose the gas. Other than that they are great machines so enjoy and keep up the great work. Always enjoy your videos
@@andymackay3059 they look no beefier than your standard car hood strut. Car hoods are usually
If this were a “how to” program on PBS, there would be a host, director, producer, editors, writers, assistants, etc. But here you produce a very well done and informative video as a one man band. Nice work Matt.
"One-man brand!" 😂
Matt, Takeuchi Trac machines are very dependable, quick starting in cold weather, and with regular maintenance will hardly ever be in the shop......you made a good choice on a very good skid steer.
Watching over the past 2 years how much you've used this machine and everything it's done for you, this has been likely one of if not the best purchase you've made so far.
That air filter being dirty like that is a good sign that it wasn’t just made to look perfect for you so that would make me happy
this is why I always con the dealer into doing the first 3 services on a new machine LOL Youve got a good machine, should treat you well
Why does half of the channel i'm listenning to are related to Takeuchi's skidsteers LOL I dont do any excavation :) But I do enjoy watching you guys play with those machines
Should be ! An ENTIRE ! LIFE !! OF ! SERVICE !!
Ditto
I always request a Parts manual, Service manual, and Owners manual on a USB stick in PDF format as a condition of sale. Dosen't really cost them anything and usually helps out in the near future. Also you can print off the relevant pages and if they get dirty or oily you can print them off again.
Chris. Did you ever get to the bottom of the DEF problems ??
Every boy and every man's dream to have a good size land and all the sweet sweet heavy machinery to play with the dirt...
Às an inexperienced viewer, I think you got a great deal !! I don't know what a brand new machine costs but for $28K + $4K for the new tracks and sprockets, total $32,000 seems like a good deal. Thank goodness you have the knowledge and expertise to do the labor portion - saving you a bundle !! Take care Matt and keep those videos coming, ol' Buddy !!
If it wasn't for diesel creek, watch Wes work and Andrew Caramata I would have to start talking to the wife again!
Don't forget Jesse Mueller!
Dont be ridiculous.
Don't do that.. Keep watching!
Those are exactly my favorites too, as well as Eric O at South Main Auto, which Wes watches as well.
Talk with your boss unless she’ll will make you fired….
Don’t forget to check cabin filters, cleaning or replacing those makes the ac work better.
Don't run the air with the door open. That'll clog the air system faster then anything else.
@@douglasrdeaton why is that? Isn’t it pulling outside air through filter?
No, dust circulation in the cab will make it's way to the cooling coils that have condensation that helps the dust stick to them over time there will no air flow through the cooling coils.
I have no use for a track loader and yet want one badly. Would just dig holes to fill up again. I grew up at my dad’s stone quarry so I can’t get enough of Matt’s videos.
The, "well guys, time to pull the starter..." part got you a like from me! Love your can-do attitude!
Matt !, I gotta tell you. For someone who readily admits that he is on unfamiliar territory, you do a damn sight better than some of the "professionals " I have encountered in my 76 years. Most of those years around big equipment and marine engines and electrics. Stay at it Bie !! ------------ 1/2 hour later viewing ! You are my NEW HERO !! 2 thumbs up.
True that!!
Fixed the starter, not just replaced it. I like to see folks who are true mechanics, not just part replacers.
Thanks for sharing your first maintenance and repair video on the Takeuchi Track loader. I’ve learned a lot from this one single video.
Congratulations on the purchase. Awesome machine. You are going to love it!! thanks for sharing
OMG Matt, you nailed it about the modern "electronic" machines. They are garbage! Keep it simple, keep the older models running, so much easier to maintain..
And probably better built too! It's a shame but newer designs use cheaper materials and are designed to break it seems. Older products were designed to last.
Matt--That machine was "ridden hard and put away wet" despite the exterior appearance. Pretty obvious when you started to do the maintenance that the previous owner (before the seller) wasn't into any maintenance. Make sure you change that final drive oil and steam clean that engine compartment to pick up on anything else that might be hidden under the dirt.
Fuel pump on my truck went out, so I went and bought this nice looking 2000 Saturn SL1 to get me by so I could work on the truck. So far I've replaced nearly every sensor in it, given the engine a complete tuneup with all fluids and filters changed and found out that the car has never had a new set of plugs or wires in it since it's been new. One of the previous owners had the tranny fluid/filter replaced about three years ago, but everything else they just let it go to shit. I don't mind putting the money into it, since I got it from 25MPG to 34MPG after the work I did, but it's the little things that make me wonder sometimes...
@@cujoedaman when you start hearing funny noises from that car... check timing chain tensioner...
Agreed!
@@steveredenbaugh9058 Yeah, there's a saying around Saturn enthusiasts, "they run great until they don't".
I'm not planning on keeping it forever. I started work on my truck and once it's back up and running, the car will be up for sale :D
Sorry about the problems,your abilities to repair them are very impressive,thanks for sharing Matt,love your videos,take care and stay safe!
Always a pleasure to watch your posts. Your optimism is contagious. You turn/make daunting breakdowns into simple repairs. You come through as a genuinely nice person. Keep it up!
I believe I would change the oil in both those drive motors while you’re doing all that work. Especially with that many hours.🤔😊
Excellent purchase Matt. So glad you got it. Also glad you got the tracks replaced and the sprockets. Have a great day and thank you for sharing.
The classic tailgate accessory rebuild, nicely done. I'm amazed at your clever ways of doing heavy solo work.
Looks like a nice machine. Thanks for sharing what you paid. I don't know why people are so closed lipped about that. That's among the best knowledge to share. How much would this machine have cost new?
I priced the equivalent new machine in the spring it was a little over 70 K
@@DieselCreek So for the pain in the neck it gave you, you are still way ahead, good! I hope it behaves for a long time now, should.
@@DieselCreek I mean your still less than half into it with the new tracks and what not, if my math is right
The other thing is that they hold their value very well, in 5 years with 8k on the clock you will be able to sell it for close to what you paid. As long as you do the upkeep of course.
$75000 USD plus tax & delivery. Your mileage will vary based on attachments/specs and where you live/what country you're in.
Matt, you're a 'One Man Band' that plays one awesome tune. Being Self Employed and working on your own most of the time is really "working". I have been Self Employed and it is no joke, sometimes, just 'Go, Go, Go', to make a living. Enjoy watching your videos immensely. At 85 years old, TH-cam is my 'go to' entertainment and you are one of my favourite Tubers. Congrats on your new Machine, it seems it will be one of the most used ones in your collection. May it serve you well, you deserve it.
That's a good idea to mark the hours on the filters. I keep little dollar store notebooks as log books and write down maintenance things I do for my tractor, truck, compressor, etc.
I picked up John Deere 318D wheeled loader two years ago with 3700 hrs on the clock and it has been a great help to me out in my big yard. I did all the required filter changes, flushing tanks, oil change, lube and the like when I first got it. So far it has been a real champ with the only mechanical repair being the attachment locking mechanisms wear items being replaced such as springs, pins and links.
I’m sure the irony has not been wasted on those like me who have noticed the old wheeled Bob Cat coming to the rescue. LOL. :)
Just had heart surgery yesterday and I’m finally sitting up and coherent lol what a nice surprise to jump onto TH-cam and see some diesel creek! The tv channels suck here and regular season Seahawks hasn’t started , the pain meds help the pain of course but I needed something to distract me from the hot nurses 😂so definitely happy for a new video!
Get well soon! Speedy recovery!
Get well soon brother!
DC could probably do some repairs i reckon
Get to feeling better real quick - ya hear?
Get WELL soon. Last year I had DOUBLE Hernia Operations in January right before you know what. Bought a 55 Thunderbird at an auction in mid February before all HECK started.
"If you don't know what I'm talkin' about" --- I do, and if I didn't, letsdig18's recent experiences are a great reminder.
Poor guy, 'new' machines in endless limp mode.
Congratulations on repairing the starter. Awesome save 👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I have had 2 of those machines an older tl140 wich is the big one, it was a absolute beast almost a bull dozer could not stop that thing, couldn't legally haul it around without a CDL, so got a newer tl130 with the narrower tracks, still a beast just not enough traction for the power..
Anyways, I would never buy any other brand, enjoy brother
The old BobCat must be laughing up it's sleeve at how you needed it to work on the Takeuchi. If machines could only talk...
They say everything has some kind of soul. Who knows.
Great buy Diesel...I still like the old school Cat 977, it has AC in the winter, and heat in the summer lol!
Open station for summer is turn the fan so it blows air forward if it doesn't already and there is a canvas tube that fits over the radiator to blow hot air back to the operator for winter operation, my father in law operated one of these monsters in Milwaukee for years.
I got a NH L775. Same thing. Coldest day of the year, and I can get that thing down to a crisp -40 in just seconds. Really saves on sweaty hands on the controls. All mechanical. Even the radio. Turn the power on, and I sing. (To myself.)
Matt, I found your video informative, thorough and genuine, particularly when you discovered small disappointments that require replacement, yet were not deal-breakers. Your ability to perform these repairs is impressive. I'm researching track steers for possible purchase (vs a compact tractor) for my small acreage. Thank you for posting this to inform me and others...appreciated !
Machine works super well clearing that Parking pad Getting it all removed Very nice Matt 39:35 @Diesel Creek
Man, I gotta say, the way you show and explain things reminds me of a teacher. When you showed us how to run the machine, cause a lot of people (Myself included) didn't know, it made me feel all warm and fuzzy. Like the father I never had.
I'd say this machine did you a favor. I would prefer all this stuff happening right away. It's nearly as good as preventitive maintenance? Sure beats having it all break when you are behind schedule on a job and don't have easy access to tools and parts.
Amen!
@@DieselCreek Matt…be sure to read Patrick Ritenour post about 100 posts before this one as his company has 7 of these machines and he has some great information for you…you didn’t like his post so I’m thinking you missed it?
I enjoyed watching you work. You are a very good mechanic and your driving is fantastic.
Man oh man. I feel like you do more work in one of these videos than I've done in a lifetime. Awesome. You are a force of nature !
Matt, recording these events has got to be a pain at times, but I for one, do appreciate it. I am not into large machinery but sure enjoy watching you work on and work with these creatures. Thank you!
Matt someday I wana meet up with you a man with lots a knowledge an the know how.
Gonna be weird not hearing Sherman tank noises when a skid steer is operating on this channel :D
Well, every time at least. Sure seems like you got a good deal all things considered, even with the track and sprocket maintenance
I’m going to miss hearing the track squeak!
With the addition of the new sprockets and tracks and the full service it is essentially a new machine. Good luck with your new addition. Great video
Matt just found your channel recently and I'm enjoying everything, my tele is hardly ever on now, thanks just keep them coming.
I don’t believe you got burned… any machine w nearly 4K hours is going to have needs. Engine sounds super healthy and starts right up. It appears she’s gonna be a good machine for you😎
Agree. He should have no regrets.
That thing will pay for itself in no time, the servicing and replacement of the tracks add to the confidence level as with giving you a solid starting point in terms of where you are mechanically at this point in time. Good purchase, in my opinion, you're a workhorse you need something reliable this will do the trick.
@@larrypinter3321 not sure, fixed
Cheers Matt, love watching your videos. I have huge respect for guys like you who, even though you told you are pretty much winging it all the time, just go and do it anyways.
Thanks for all the content Matt and bless you.
Man your contents are killing it! You're now a star Matt, yours along with Andrew's, Jesse Muller's, his dad Dan's are my favourite heavy equipment/DIY channels.
They all got similarities to one another but each one is distinctively different and yours got this particular look to it. I love it.
Please keep up the good work and stay healthy. Oh, and your Mrs is an awesome character too which is a bonus.
This is one of the best videos you’ve ever made. And even with the repairs, you did not over spend.
it's a good day when you wake up and there's an hour long of Diesel creek to watch. awesome work thanks for the vids matt
Takeuchi makes QUALITY RELIABILE machines. Great video! Excellent purchase 😊👍
Had a guy in my section in the Army (years ago) who was my/our farm bred mechanic who was top notch in keeping former Korea gear going...Lucky to have a guy like that around just like this guys ability to "refurbish/renew" equipment ....Thanks for your skills...
Aaaand again we uploaded within just a few hours of each other. But it's no wonder, since you are just very active on TH-cam! I love the new skid steer and I am super envious. But I hope that it will just be a huge improvement to your everyday life and that you don't have to put a million hours of work into it. We both love repairing stuff, but once in a while you have to buy something that will actually just make your life a little easier!
i love your content, friend.. i forgot how to write your name! nice to see you are here as well
cheers
@@glenbarnier It's Gerolf. I should say it more often I guess. Matt is really good with it and always says his name when he starts a new episode, but than again his name is maybe also easier to memorize :D
And your latest video came up in my playlist after this one!
@@ThePostApocalypticInventor man I didn't hear that name very often... Aber nett klingt er trotzdem.
Ha! I'll be watching your latest Repair-a-thon next, Gerolf! I think it's awesome that my favorite TH-camrs are often fans of each other's channels...
Those are SOLID machines. In the three years I worked on them for a rental company I can honestly say we never had any major repairs (engines, pump or motors). Most of our work was wear items & customer damage, maybe an o-ring or hose here & there but that was it. Nice buy Matt!
My hat is off to you! You over came a financial setback and repair adversity in an excellent manner! God bless you.
Good job Matt, you really are good at fixing your machines. I like watching you do that work without any help, you’re a regular shade tree mechanic.
You know things are getting serious when the hat comes off.
I always remember your words " you have to pay to play "
Indeed!
@@DieselCreek I reckon you paid a fair price matey & the machine appears to have been pretty well cared for by the previous operator.
Nobody could have predicted the starter taking a crap either (might be worth getting a new gear for it, as the current one may wear the ring gear on the flywheel due to the reduced contact area).
I all of a sudden have a hankering for blueberry soft serve ice cream.
Great video! I liked the length and the effort you put in, thanks for showing your process. 👍
I really enjoy watching you work so fast.
I'm all for clean air and such but those emissions contraptions on diesel equipment are the bane of the working man.
I’ve hated both system on semis for the last 12 years I see it’s the same issues on equipment also
Welp, it’s a Saturday morning and I’m working overtime. Guess it’s a good thing that CNC machines run themselves, because it’s time to watch the next installment of the diesel Creek saga.
All hail the magic green button
@@tombeauchamp806 Hail!
Looks like a nice machine let’s hope it all works out and doesn’t cause any more issues and money. Brilliant work and thanks for sharing this with us take care
I luv watching ur videos. U blow me away at how smart u r, and even just the way u go about explaining things in a easy to understand way. U r also very straight forward. No unnecessary blabbing about nonsense. And one of the BEST parts, u don't spend half the video promoting sponsors. I enjoy watching and learning from ur videos. U have saved me several thousands of dollars already im sure, from knowing what to look for when buying used equipment. So ty.
You can almost hear the Bobcat laughing.
The Bobcat and his new big brother will be out playing when Matt's asleep...
I think it would be much easier if you cleaned the mud off before you dissemble and install the new parts.
Breathing in way too much dust and dirt.
Good video over the years of buying mostly all used equipment I come to the conclusion It always comes down to the previous owner once you get their bad habits out of the machine you'll have a good piece. 💯💪🏼💯
Whenever Mat buys something new I always want to see more of how it works so I always wish that he have a reason to do some repairs or something else. With that said: This was a very satisfying video. Keep up the good work :)!
Great job Matt ! Thanks for the clear explanations and for sharing. Nice machine to play with ! ⭐✨💫
That starter failing early is a blessing in disguise - it's way better to fail now than in some remote field far away from tools....
I stumbled across this channel somehow and wasted an hour on a Saturday afternoon learning about skid-steers. Matt absolutely nails this video though. Well produced, great genuine personality and you have a great work ethic. I subbed.
Go back and watch a lot of his other videos. It’s all amazing stuff!
I agree - a great binge watching session highly recommended. You will then appreciate the next exciting episodes of the Christine the grader , the old F’d up truck , the driveway construction, the church house restoration and a whole bunch of other stuff - all of it better than TV HBO or Netflix’s
You have GOT to watch Matt's other videos - some great other stuff in there
Looks solid to me especially given the hours. Takeuchi is impressive in it's build and sevicability...they go that extra little bit of effort to make a bad situation a bit better to work with.
We enjoy watching a good mechanic who is a lot more than just a parts replacer.
I was surprised that the tracks and sprokets were "only" $4,000. Easy to say sitting in my recliner watching you spend YOUR money but I would have guessed them to be about $10K. Based only on my knowledge of how much people bitch about having to replace them. Great video, I enjoy all the content you put out there, thanks for the hard work!
Yes, my thoughts were same and only took one minute forty seconds to replace the track on the left side.
The McLaren ones would be $20K. The Koenigsegg would be $100K.
Best accessory I ever bought for a skid steer is a hard hat with ear muffs attached that swing up out of the way.
Thank you for this, I did the same with a 318D sight unseen and I'm currently fixing it
My older brother owns property and a cattle ranch. He purchased a brand new piece of equipment like that. He needed it to clear brush and it works great to clear land for cattle.
Changing the final drive oil could be a good thing wen buying a new peace of equipment. No one knows wen the previous owner did the last change.
I would be worried about the starter drive gear wearing out the flywheel ring gear since there is only about half of the gear left. Puttting in a new starter might save you from pulling the pump and bellhousing in the not to distant future.
I was thinking the same thing. Future video: pulling the pump (or engine if unlucky) to replace the ring gear...
I would think the starter gear is replaceable.
Well done Matt I think you have made the right decision,the machine is going gangbusters and the other struts will be done as soon as possible so enjoy your machine and keep up the good work mate,love your videos
An excellent video, Diesel! Thank you.
$280 for a starter on one of these is actually lower than I would have guessed. Nice fix none the less
it was like 580 dollars for our 2002 bobcat 341D compact excavator just a year or 2 ago. pure bs absolute financial rape.
It's a nice tidy machine, even with having to do some work on her it's surely well worth it to avoid all the emissions crap!
One guy mentioned a pit and i agree. I dug one in my pole barn (mostly by hand, I don't have a digger anymore) and then poured a concrete floor and walls, wood planks on top, really nice, not that hard to do for you and most people here who are handy.
I was napping when this vid started and I don't remember watching it before but the thumbs up says I did. Still, it was a pleasure watching you whip the track situation. You are a wonder Mathew!!!
Any second hand machine can have problems, even within hours of acquiring it, and as long as the seller has not hidden the issue then as the saying goes “that’s life” “you win some you lose some”. I still think you bought well there Matt and the best of luck to you 👍🏻
One hour of pure joy with an amazing host, thanks again Matt, you rock ⭐️⭐️⭐️
I always enjoy watching you match wits with your projects. Sometimes you gripe a bit, but you get the job done. I like the way the machine almost purrs. You actually took 31 and a half seconds to do the second track...Keep up the good work...I think it was money well-spent...
It's a great piece of equipment, good luck with your new toy..
5 years ago I was asked to take care of 6 draft horses here in Alaska the owner died in the winter time I would load 3 round bales per week from the hay fields and I used same model in the winter and it started every time.
It was-20 f. No plug in.
I was impressed by it.
Those seem to be the most reliable manufacturer…we have the most luck with them at work. You did well on the purchase. It takes money to get something good quality.
I could help you out if you’d like to get some extra bucks
I really enjoyed using the Takeuchi TL240 in my previous job as it had a/c heat and a radio. It was much better the older Gehl I first learned on which is similar to your bobcat.
Great addition down at the Creek. Very nice loader.
I've never used any heavy equipment or ever had a mechanic or construction job in my life but I find your videos fascinating.
Compared to the company’s skid steer i work for this things a gem and isn’t dying blowing hydraulic lines or throwing tracks and ive been noticing alot of engines coming with def and a dpf filter now
Thanks for showing the controls no one else would bother.keep going 😁
Your really pumped up about changeing those tracks. Thats great!!!
Nice job putting the tracks on. Awesome video enjoyed watching it.👍