PLUMBING APPRENTICE | RIDGID FLEXSHAFT K9-204
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I was going to grab a sandwich , sit down and watch the video, I think I'll forget the sandwich. Been plumbing for over 40 years.
Lunch time. lol.
Thanks for showing some "real shit"!! Cb, no sugar coding, no plastic turds, honest to goodness drain cleaning for all the apprentices out there. Love the new intro, and ending.
for sure
No sugar coding roun her
Just ran into a clogged cast iron pipe that was around 14 foot of that same nasty crap lol. I replaced it with a new drain DWV pipe . Good job clearing out that nasty mess. Chuck
fun fun fun
Great videos. I'm a Union Plumber and I was just telling the guys at work how I enjoy your videos. I have 3 boys. You are a Blessed Rich man to have your boys wanting to be Plumbers. Keep making it fun and producing these Awesome videos. Wish you all the success in the world
Thanks Hardie....appreciate that. hey your a hooper too? Did you see my sons senior year high light edit? He had a great year.
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@@ChuckBarron looks Good. Great touch at the rim. These boys had no idea how to guard a lefty. That must of been a lot of fun. My son is going into Sophmore year. He will be the number 1 option this year. I just bought a Nikon D3300 to get ready to film his games.
I thought you should insert the small red filler in between the chain, it will work better and it certainly protects the tip of the snake, Maybe
check out the user’s manual.
Thank you sir.
Nice machine Chuck.
Thanks. Still not sure about it. Keep ya posted
Can only imagine how good that smells!!!
So fun. i love it.
I'm eating dinner while watching this video. I could tell you are working in south Jersey by the architecture out of the van windows.
Jet everything and save time!
Thank You for the video!
First time seeing that flex shaft. Ridgid is just 3/4 mile down the road from me. I installed a water paint booth for them 20 something years ago.
Nice. I like to visit there and so some shopping.
im still on the fence about the ridgid flex shafts, mostly cause I got no $$$. would get for kitchen sinks tho. but you cant beat a k750 w/ 3/4" cable with a c cutter snagging baby wipes its just beast mode. its extremely rare to see building traps installed in my area its 99% of the time straight piped right to the main 10ft down so you just runner 100ft and good to go. $$$
Ya flex still on the fence with me too.
that was the perfect money shot lol should have put the young fella in there with his shorts he'll soon figure it out
oh I know. Shorts are a thing of the past....uniforms on the way....
I’m a member of a Facebook group.. they all have these flex shaft.. they are always breaking the cables lol.
Same.....over that bullshit..3 repairs for me also.
Not cheap to fix either. Our techs are treating them like traditional sewer machines, rough and tumble.
The good the bad and the ugly! OMG that should be a public service announcement ! GROSS! My dad did this type of work in Chicago and he always talked about throwing things down the drains and eluded to the "gross things" that come out of pipes! As a soon to be landlord, I feel like these vlogs are better than college! Thanks! How bout that sharp logo Wrap!!
The boy hung tuff. I his eyes popping out of his head. lol.
Great job chuck.
U earned ur money that day. The old fashion way
yes
I see the Flex system as more of a grease cleaner, not a true snake.
Very much so....soft clogs
Thanks for demonstrating the k-9 flex shaft. I’ve used mine a couple times and when I use the drill it strips out for some reason am I doing something wrong. Any input appreciate it. Thanks again!
learned its for small soft clogs only. I also purchased k306. Thats a beast.
I know it’s a long time after but this dude joke hopefully he learned what he’s doing by now I got a new profession
Ya I learned the flex is for soft clogs....break out the big guns.
hows it compare to a spartan 300.i think you would of knocked the stoppage right away if not a city sewer problem.you did have it flowing👍
I never used a spartan but am told it would of blown out this blockage easy
@@ChuckBarron Oh yes Chuck I've been using the Spartan 300 for the last 30 years.I like the old one because I have electric peddle switch.I really don't like the air switch But that machine that you have looks very interesting .i use the rigid for my 2" lines.One of my favorite machines is the Dewalt cordless handgun No wires.I got a crazy deal for $199 at Home Depot normally like $600 machine.I tried to Milwaukee handgun didn't like it too much cordless also.Keep up the good work.😎👍
No washing out the box with garden hose before closing up?
Chuck Quinn no.. they need to be seasoned.. like a cast iron frying pan
No hose Chuck.
nature and bugs will do the job.
I got the 204
Persistence!
for fun....lol...thanks J
Run for the hills!!! Holy Crap that was a lot of crap! I would have hurled.
The glory.
I am glad that TH-cam does not have Smell-A-Vision
i was waiting for him to blast the cordless when you pulled it out full of yuck, imagine how that would have flung poo-rags all around and bathed you proper :))
yeah, I have evil thoughts often lol
ya know He was on the ball there because i thought the same before I could say it he stopped drill. ha.
Ridgid says you are suppose to clean the shaft as you pull it back. These guys need to read the instructions. They also have the small pre cut flex piece on the shaft below the chain knocker, it should be on the chain knocker to prevent it from bending and getting tied into a knot.
GREAT CHUCK .... ciaoooooo
got it done.
I bet next time you won't let all those wipes go past you.
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What is the name of the tongs that catch foreign objects?
Fricken wipes!
Yup...so bad.
Almost 10k
creeping up....today maybe the day.
@@ChuckBarron yes sir
I can’t believe they don’t put something more to keep rainwater out. It’s a big no no where I’m at to allow any rainwater to get in the sewer due to the volume of water that can get in
nope. just keep it moving here.
What a great vid to watch. Also nice to see that Ridgid FlexShaft in action. It’s different seeing at the convention/shows, compared to real world applications; so glad it worked out for ya & going cordless is awesome💪🏼
“And there goes another satisfied customer”😁
Cheers✌🏼
Thanks
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hola no no estas demostrando el poder que tiene la maquina estas demostrando el poder del palo y el de la maquina que no no
gonna tranlate....brb
Grenat vid. I recently bought that unit and I love it.
Nice. I really have not used it that much. 3 times. and so far I like it.
What exact drill are you using to run this machine?
used old mildew.....
In that situation with no roots I would of used a flush bag .. 5 minute job
teach me brother...
So what's the word Chuck, am I buying a flex shaft or not? I've been eye balling jetters' and sewer cams for awhile as well.
Anthony S. Iv been eyeing a sewer machine, but figure it’s not worth it without getting the camera as well
ant not sure. this was a jetter job city side for sure. I just purchased new camera and its been sitting in my living room for 5 days. So busy I can even set it up.....the new ridgid with wifi....
I also ordered ridgid 5208 machine with carriers....now my gear up to date.
Not sure on flex yet....it has its role for sure.
Mike check out replies..its coming.
Hey chuck, wondering if you ever tried to clear a partial mainline with one of those flex shaft machines without pulling the toilet?
I have. I have been surprised and pissed off. Its plumbing...lol
Chuck am I wasting my time buying the k9-204 instead of like a Spartan 300 for my 2-4" mains?
I go spartan....i have broke by machine 2 times already. They are a nice role player for sure. No your main bozane in my opinion.
What's your opinion on this versus a typical Trojan sink machine?
not sure what you mean....a spartan....this machine i have learned is for soft clogs only.
When you were doing that unclog would it have helped if you'd have placed a grate over the clean side, which could have caught the bigger items when it was flushing out?
Ya I was in awe of the blob coming out...
Found this video doing research to buy this. Not sure I want it but I deal with roots in the line all the time and 4" cutters just push the roots to the side. What do you think now that you had it more than a year?
Do you need the Milwaukee air sneak
i have.
So who got the main open the new machine the stick or Angelo when he flushed twice ?
the machine but the final punch was the curb plunger..
Chuck Barron chuck good night
That's plumbers Perfume
amen.
What Modle flex do I need to go through a basin from the top with the pop up taken oht
i never clean from the top daddio.
where did you get your grabber from? 2:54
Parker Fw. webb has them.
Smell 👃 good 😁😁 ha ha smell money 💰 ha ha 😁
Proper machines in place for this now.
Hey Chuck, you, CB2, and Angelo should watch some of Drain Addict's videos. He posts new ones nearly every day and he has over 300 videos. I've seen all of them. He clears drains in Sydney, Australia using a high pressure water jet with many different attachments. He has a drain camera too. Oliver's videos are funny, educational, and entertaining. They also show what Australian drainage systems look like and the different plumbing here will be quite interesting for you to see.
Thanks jed. appreciate that.
those are some interesting Aussie drain clogs and the drains remind me of things I've torn out and replaced in circa 1930's homes. go figure.
Wrong machine for the job, just give it a blast with a jetter. Less mess and 10x quicker.
Jetter is on my wish list. Its coming.
Jetter all the way. I'm lost with out my jetter.
where doyou get the long grabber thing and the long plunger thing ? i think you called it a ??erra plunger who makes them ?? thanks
curb plunger...supply house
Picked up replacement discs for the plunger in Home Depot.
I asked this on another of your videos... How does that not all freeze if you guys are in NJ!?? I've never been but I assume you have winter/freezing temperatures there??
Yes. We in dirty jersey. Be honest with ya I have never seen a frozen sewer trap. Now your making me think.
I have seen partially frozen wipes in a Schuster, and at end of the line at septic tank.
Sewers don't freeze.
@@truth6600 If a sewer line has a house trap outside somewhere and its not below the frost level for that certain area is sure in the hell does. I live in Montana and have seen it a hundred times.
Hello very cool videos! I am in the plumbing trade as well and I have been doing plumbing for 5 years now. I have a question for you will a jet machine be more efficient to do those types of clogs? In the past I have used a traditional snake with a 4in cutter and a hose to have water running while I’m cutting and that seems to work but it’s very time consuming and I’m looking to save time this way I can get more calls done during a day period because it’s only me operating the business for now I have no helper yet. Thank you!
Yo me the jet is Kool if you have the right gpm for the clog and the tips cost too much for large jobs get a sewer camera
How long is that snake?
Would you recommend it?
Good questions
70' and Not sure yet on recommending it. I was referred to it by Plumber_saul on insta....he is a legend.
Do you think chasing a snake, lubricated thru some PEX would be the basically the same tool? Rolled up in a drum or tire?
Hi, what is the price of the machine drain?
Check it out. kit.co/ChuckBarron/drain-equipment
@Arturo Cruz......
Goodness! It's $1100 at Walmart, geez!!!!
That machine needs the arrow head point to go thru clogs , that head on there is a chain knocker, used to knock scale and barnacles off the inside of cast iron pipe. By the way, what's with since 1993 on the truck wrap when two sites on the internet say you only been in business for 8 years???
working kinks out on machine....and since 1993 is legit...not sure what your reading johnny. lots of barron plumbing businesses out there. Not sure what your reading. send me links. I like to see them.
Man that took a long time I would have just jetted the line
No jet yet.. its coming Omar.
I bought the ridgdi k-9 204 to do sewage cleaning work, I thought it would be a good purchase, after using the machine twice, you know, I was disappointed if I could return the machine with certainty, the person who has not yet bought the ridgid k9 204 don't buy
roll player for sure. I feel the same.
How long is that snake
70'
I’ve been wondering about that flex shaft... I had a rep come to my house with it... it way cheaper than GI Industries or clog dog or Picote.... those are all superior machines but 5 times as much ... great for descaling or inside Maine’s thru a small cleanout
ya. I saw some vids on picote. they look awesome.
Okey-dokey
Yes Sir.
i would of been easier with te k-60
Ya not the correct machine for this application. I had it on my truck and powered through
would be great if they got a foot pedal instead of that drill you have to hold one hand on it.
ya for sure.
@@ChuckBarron you can also make your own pedal, by using a cord drill and zip tie the trigger to on and connected to an electric pedal, gorlitz got that pedal.
@@dangda-ww7de I think my old Metabo had an electronic foot trigger thing. If goes between battery and tool. You lock the tool in power and with the pedal on/off. You only have to figure out a way to lock the drill in place on that thing, otherwise it's just gonna spin
@@Maniwasaki oh yeah.
I feel like a traditional drum machine would've done it faster
Hey can you teach me to trade
Hi can you teach me trade 203 273 1010
Dude seriously?
Im all booked with help. Look locally for job or classes. Go for it.
Seems like you could "chase" a snake, lubricated thru some PEX and make this same machine.🤷🏽♂️
role player only for this machine.
I made my own the same way. 3/8 inner core, drill adapter, 5/8 inch ID air brake tubing and the chains about $380 in parts and guess what not broken cables because you can actually use it in reverse
Can u say Head pressure.
kaboom
You blokes need to watch Drain Addict and see how it's done by a real pro, haven't stop laughing watching this
no laughing matter....lol...I will check him out.
@@ChuckBarron Not laughing at you, just the methodology, the difference between the methods of clearing drains, not long ago DA had 40K subscribers and now has reached 76K and you have to realize this is the Australian market which is massively smaller than the USA market,and from a consumer point of view I know who I'd rather be paying, cordless drills have their place but a drain cleaner isn't one of them
You need to know both methods I use both
You nailed it Chuck.
Ridgid are kidding themselves with that gutless pathetic flex shaft.
That was a soft blockage and it couldn't even clear it. 2 fails out of 2, pretty sure it wont be finding a spot in your truck. Imaging trying to clear a hard blockage 50 ' away going through multable bends.
To be ohnest you wont get a easier blokage than that, Ridgid should give you your money back.
My hope is its a gem.....keep ya posted.
@@ChuckBarron good luck my friend
You'll have to take better care of your apprentice, some day you'll send him in to a house to flush the toilets and he'll come out an hour later to the sound of dodgy music and having grown a moustache.
The crew coming along.
tasty
Get the K-60 or K-1500 out and do the job properly, and not with that secondry drain cleaner, and pull you finger out
Anthony, we do have the 1500 and the K5208. Trying out the new toy at that time. a role player for sure.
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Step 1: Loosen the cap on the drain pipe.
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Tom you are the man.
You’re using your new rigid machine wrong that’s why it’s not working well lol. I can show you how to make it work for that situation in 90 seconds
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That thing is a hunk of shit, I'll stick with my sectional where it doesn't matter if I go thru sludge, I can pull it with me in Reverse
Ya. a role player for sure.
That machine sucks it dont have a feeder or a foot pedal waste of money hope they gave it to you for free buy spartan cant go wrong
we shall see
You might have intention to do best but your safety are very poor PPE It's missing and very important to you and the personal
No signs
Overalls
Gloves
Glasses you need more equipment to do the job easy
We have since have stressed ppe and BSI....body substance iso.
Them city boys better get rid of that whole house trap... come on Atlantic City..
We here in Pennsylvania have building traps, and I honestly love them, even though it's considered "double trapping" in any Plumbing code.
Love some plumbing ....lol
Here in indy there against code. But if everyone had a (manhole) type access then I'd like them too. It sucks trying to clean a sewer or atleast restore flow with no access. I've see clay tile trap burried here in the city
Just subscribed love the show I just bought a house so I'm learning just installed waterheater myself n love that your real n a family man keep doing what you do aka killing it
Thanks for Joining the squad. Good luck in your new home.
I see that chain knocker getting wound up and stuck in a heavy root stoppage down the road if you continue using it to clear main sewers.
They have the flex shaft set up incorrectly, you need the little spliced piece on chain knocker to keep it from wound up, also you need to set your clutch on your drill.
Im gotta check out what red is talking about.....
I was going to buy one of those. I’m sure glad I didn’t.
ya jury out still..a good part of your weopons for sure. i can see that happening for me.
It's a great machine for descaling pipes ,cutting roots and cleaning grease but it's not great with baby wipes since you want to pierce a hole through the blockage.Wipes will get stuck on the flex shaft so you have to clean it several times until you get that unblocked.
So I’ve been working with one of these for a minute and I can confidently say it is a great money maker for an established company.
It’s definitely not something you need right away and I probably wouldn’t have even used it in this case but it’s life changing for small root intrusions (especially with interior only access ie pulling a toilet), calcium build up on lines, and drains that are far removed from a house (like a septic tank).
This tool saves time and money but it is definitely not a work horse
So true....great read. I also use the picote midi......That joker a beast.
@@ChuckBarron hell ya
It reminds me that jobs done with the correct tool are the best and are done with maximum efficiency and minimum effort. But and safety, from personal experience with drains since on two occasions I acquired salmonellosis (egg disease) just by smelling the gases from the drains, a dust mask or better yet an activated carbon mask and filters does not hurt. N95 that would also eliminate the stench and protect from most toxic gases (ammonium sulfides etc.) and of course the inevitable goggle
oh wow
what is the $cent ???
I was told that once you pull the shaft completely out and you have wet wipes stuck to your chain, the best way to get them off is to pull the trigger and hold the cable right at the base of the chain
Yeah it's called hold my beer and watch this Vern.lol
I'd like to see that, and thought he was going to hit the trigger on him :)))
you forgot to say and leave your mouth open as a catch all.
God I can smell that from here 🤢
Oh this was a goodie
Hi chuck
I saw ur whole video. Tks
I am new plumber.
My question is is it worth to buy a ridgid k-5208 sewer machine. Gps recommend general pipe cleaner brand model 88.
I need expert advice. Tks
Good job
Yes sewer and drain baby love it and no we unclog don’t clean 😂😂
lol....and i put in"hot" water heaters too.....
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Great new tool Chuck and great video too !!!😎
Great set up and clean up time. jury still out on abilities of machine.
I love your videos! Good job 👍
need to jet that shit
Buying one soooooooooon
Shop big Chuck you have to give me an honest review. I want to purchase the exact same machine is it worth it and do you think it can handle roots
I have only used it 3 times. The first I had a club that It did not get the job done. I had to go get my K-1500 because of the length of sewer....flex is only 70'. The second it worked real nice. This one sort of can't just because it seemed to me I was going right threw the blob of crap...so i will be keeping a tally. keep ya posted. I know one this the set up and clean up is awesome. I would say needs to be one of your weapons. Not your only one especially for its reach of only 70'.