Hallelujah....Gods been good to you........I can only imagine your anticipation ......finally..... your own shop....a beautiful plot of land....a great woman by your side.....what more could a man want...... I cant wait to see what direction you take from there....
Rick/Jamie; I appreciate your thankful spirit, pray every day for you that our Lord will bless you & keep you safe as you serve HIM in a very special way.
Thank you rick for making our little buddy a seat to ride on ,i told you on facebook you will need to make one ill be you made her one, good for you friend loved the video of her riding an updates too, peace out.
Oh man....she loves that tractor....didn't really have any choice...she made it clear she was going to be riding on it.....up to Dad to make sure the little Daughter is safe though.
Rick, you should rent or buy a laser so you know everything is level for the building. Good for you doing your best to live right. Have to hand it to you for caring about your mom and wanting to make her proud. We only get one set of parents in this life and only one go around so we have to do the best we can. Hats of to you!
Rick, I'm a Ford guy and I agree, that 78 Ranchero is hideous. Don't feel bad, after about 1974 they were ugly even when they were brand new. Congrats on the new building. Finally! Can't wait for the build videos and to see the finished product. To paraphrase Jeff Foxworthy, " If you've ever mowed your lawn and found a car (or 7), you might be...". LOL. I'm really happy for You and Jamie, and Annabella of course.
great job pumpkin!!!!!! nice new toy thats awsome! good for you!!!!! that will do a ton of work, and i see it already has!!!!!!! cant wait to see that new building, that will be a great help to ya!!!great vid!!! anna knows what the word tractor means!!! ha ha thats epic!!!!!!
Congratulations on that accomplishment and your right on the money nothing is possible without the good Lord blessings!! I'm glad to see and hear that you and Jamie are being blessed in so many ways keep up the great work
Nice video buddy. Good job quitting smoking I'm a smoker and I know how hard it is keep it up. I'm so happy to hear you got to go get that tractor. As for the old international trucks wow I wish you were closer to me and that 72 Chevy wow I WOULD love to own all 3 God BLESS you guys and keep on your path your future looks bright 😀
I like the new tractor, Rick. We all strive to be more like, Jesus, me included. I have prayed that God will continue to bless you and Jamie and Annabella. I am looking forward to watching the new shop take shape. I like the two International trucks behind tug. Great video.
Hi mate you don't have too justified yourself or your actions to anybody just be the best person that you can be and you and yours keep doing the or some job that all of us love to watch.Big shout out from Bundaberg Australia.Regards Warren.
Lil-'Bota's gonna have a good time helpin ya's Thanks Mom Water's High,Huh ? Thanks for sharing the Ground-Breakin' with us. Be Well, Friends ! ATB Ter God Bless
Rick make sure you install a vapor barrier before you pour the cement floor. My cement man pulled mine out and now it turns into a lake inside my shop. I have to keep a dehumidifier running 24 hours a day to keep it dry. Also figure out where you might install lifts in the future and pour 6 inches of cement there. Have fun I will be watching.
Watching the Lord work in your lives is fun for me and i want to thank you for sharing your story; I am certain it will inspire others to work hard, to be nice, and to explore the infinite opportunities God can provide.
Looks great Rick. I knew that tree wasn't going to make it. And yes mom's are like that. Don't worry about what others think about your beliefs buddy u don't have to answer to them. I quit tobacco 11 years ago when I was 52 it's so much better too since I quit drinking 3 years ago. Keep up the good work and see you all next episode.
Hey Rick, congrats on the new Kubota, as well as not smoking for 4 months! I'm pushing 4 years smoke free myself. Quitting was one of the best things I've done for myself. Keep up the great work, I appreciate the content you put out there, from one classic Chevy guy to another! I know how hard it is to let some go myself, I mean, I still own and drive a 1966 Chevy Sportvan that I've had since high school (12 years and counting) - it's been more reliable than most people! Despite owning modern vehicles and a few classics ranging from a custom 1970 Chevelle 454 SS cowl induction w/ 650hp 572ci Brodix and a 1970 Citroën DS Safari, I just can't sell the old van! Keep the ones you love and don't let anyone shame you for it, they're yours to do as you please with. Thanks for doing what you do! -Nick out in Astoria, OR.
Rick, sounds like the fan belt may be slipping. Could be cause of over heating. May need a new water pump while you're in there too! Good luck, cannot wait to see that new shop going up!
Brother good to see you keep your head up and moving forwards got a great girlfriend got a great mother we all love you glad to see your dreams are slowly coming through
Nice locations for the new shop Rick. I would recommend you remove the tree stump and root ball. If the stump is left it will give you troubles. Don't worry to much about all of the feeder roots. I think you are planning to remove all top soil, but just in case, some people don't realize this is an important 1st step. If you have access to that little back hoe (one used to dig the trench) digging up that stump will be a 15 min. job. But your new tractor can get the job done as well. Look forward to your new shop build.
That's great that you are not smoking anymore Rick. You will be able to pay off Yunkin with the money that would've been buying your smokes. I hope you don't mind, I took a pic from your video and posted it on your face book post about this video for you so you would have a still pic of the special occasion. I'm just glad things are going good for you, I can see you are working your butt off to change your life and you deserve some good life. I love your channel.
hi rick from the UK love the video I am new to your youtube have sat and watched a lot of them today. keep doing what you do don't let the state get you down
Rick, on the '72 Chevy 4x4. Chevy never built a 1 ton 4x4 in '72. So I'd say it's a cobbled up 3/4 ton that someone may have put a 1 ton rear end in. If you weren't so far away, I'd be interested in it. Good luck with the new building. Always fun getting a nice shop to work & store things in. Enjoyed the video !
congratulations on all the progress rick. very happy for you. glad to hear you and jamie have quit smoking. cant wait to see the progress!! i like to use recycled concrete as fill and base material. it is from dust to about 3-4 inch pieces. packs very well.
Good video again Annabella Love being on the Youngkin the tractor that was good that was good Punkin make in The first scope of the shop be safe my friend
Thanks for all the great videos I appreciate what you and your wife do, and I might one day have a nice old truck like you have. Also congratulations on not smoking my wife is now 4 months smoke free and I tell her everyday how proud I am of her.
I'm been free for 8 years myself , super nice place for your new shop rick , I'm still wanting to come meet you one day , it would be cool because your only hour away from Springfield
I was raised on a farm in northwest Ohio and I bleed Persian Orange a.k.a. A/C Orange! I don't farm but I have our old D-17 and our 7080 in my shop now. When I saw your WD and Kubota bucket to bucket I couldn't help but think about Doc Hudson and Lightning McQueen in the first Cars movie. WD probably said to Kubota "You've got a lot of stuff kid, but, you've got a lot to learn!'. Also, I'm not real religious, but, I do believe and pray every day. Anyone that considers themself a Christian wouldn't judge you for your actions.
Hi Rick...Got a virus (computer) so missed your vids for a couple weeks. Nice to hear your voice back to normal and that bad cold is gone!!! You start takin care of yerself man!!! Congrats on quittin smokin...had my last one ten years ago...cold turkey...no qualms at all...feel GREAT!!!!@64 YEARS YOUNG!!!!! Congrats on the new building...gonna be one FINE addition to the ranch. You should think about puttin some heating tubes in the slab if you are gonna pour a slab. Even if you don't put in floor heat right away, you can't go back and put it in later if you do decide on it down the road. A friend hooked his up last winter and no more layin on a frozen floor. Tubes laid in there ten years ago and hooked it up and worked like a charm with wood heat...cheap like borsht :) Hey if you get complaints about too much face time for the little dog,,,I WILL NEVER COMPLAIN!!!!!! she's a superstar inspector general and she needs her regular close ups (and we need to see them too!!) Say Hi to Jamie for me from Canada as well. Take care and have fun with the new shack!!!! Good timin winter over and all but still take care and don't beat yourself up...stop and smell those flowers once in a while!!!!!!! TAKE CARE!!!!! PAT FROM CALGARY!!!!!!!
Good to see ya Rick ! Ya know ya don't always have to talk about what is going on, but i'm betting a lot of us viewers will enjoy watching what is going on ! That tree.....kinda needs to be removed, roots & all . Being as the ground heaves during the winter, then summer it drops back to where it belongs. Talk to the company your going to use for the cement work . Punkin....who (which company) made that BIG 6-banger ? If memory serves me right, GMC 292 6-cylinder ? That ought to be the motor (torque beast) that ya use . Take care ya'll ! ! !
Glad to see you are getting the building. make sure your concrete is at least 5" if you have plans for a lift in the future. Looking forward to meeting you.
I think its nobody's business how u got that tractor, me personally love your channel cause you seem like a down to earth awesome person that dosnt put an act on when the cameras on, you can tell a real genuine person apart from the pretenders and from people that are doing things for the wrong reasons and you love old school chevys, dosnt get any better/ more genuine then that, I think I can speak for a majority of the viewers of CTR, keep up the great content, you deserve it, PS, congrats on being cig free
"...I knew I left that Corvette and Barracuda somewhere!" - Awesome. For the first time, I'm glad I'm 3000 miles away from the CTR - I'd hand you my bank account and leave with everything that had a IH or Tri-Shield badge :) Good luck with the barn - workin' in the weeds and the mud is a pain in the butt.
Rick. I hate to be he bearer of bad news. But-- the tree stump has to come out in order to pour concrete there. Otherwise, it will rot under ground and form a "stump hole" equal to its size. The floor above would likely crack and possibly cave in over it eventually. As an old woodsman, I have past experience with stump holes. Have had them open up and swallow the wheels of my trucks, while driving through wooded areas to reach good timber. They often cover over with sod about 6 inches deep. I've fallen into some up to my knees. You will also need to pack the fill dirt you use in the hole. Natural settlement of the earth will not be solid enough to support a load over it. Good luck. Enjoy watching you and the wife as things progress. And, Anabella is just too precious for words.
Its nice of mom to buy the tractor my mom bought me a home 12 years ago i lost her almost a year ago thankyou is nice just spend time with them I miss mine everyday
Rick, I can tell you about my experience with tree stumps. My house was built 20 years ago and when the lawn was put in the stumps were covered over at ground level. Now that the stumps are rotting I have random sink hole appearing. Congrats on quitting smoking, keep your eye on the prize! I've been 16 months quit and still have moments when I think... "Man I really want a cigarette"! Wish I never saw a cigarette.
Mosquitoes ! Still way to cold for them around here in (Massachusetts). I'm itchin to get out and do something . But freezing my butt off kind of takes the fun out of it ! But watching your videos makes being cooped up more tolerable ! Good luck and Thanks
Hi Rick you know about the old trick getting 2 landmarks exactly in level with each other ? Using a (or several connected) gardenhose(s) with a clear sightglass (plasticbottle etc.) fitted each end, fill up with water from either end, and the end's water surfaces will be exactly level. The water levels each end can be set off on a stick and now you have an exact level marking over as long a distance you want it.
Very, nice video once again Rick!! It's nice you finally have a Dream coming along of a Big nice barn to store your *Babies* in... Ha. But anyhow That McCormick - Farmall OS-4 you where mentioning are Extremely rare and worth restoring Since well here in Michigan and other Fruity states are quite common for lots of collectors... I wouldn't doubt restored that'd bring over $14,000... I believe only around 2,000 made from the 1950s that is.. now im not sure how many left maybe a couple hundred..
Hello Rick, It's best to remove the tree trunk if you can. If you leave it, it will decompose over time and the ground will sink a bit and might crack your floor.
Rick use 3-4-5 or 30-40-50 ft method to square pad foundation. Also we made a pole truck out of an old Tow truck. Weld three well pipes off back 20 ft up ten off back Run cable through top . Use truck to set trusses. We did this before we got a crane or Lull. Handy to have a lift truck. Ford would do it. Cool videos thanks.
Rick did you get a tiller with unken the reasons I ask is if you till it first you can level your site alot quicker to put your gravel pad down if I was in better health I wood come out and haul your gravel in for you a nother great video thank s for sharing
Yunkin that is pretty neat name for anything another know-how amazing video's Rick.I think remember Ted your real ol red tractor late December does he still runs smooth would luv to have that 42 Chevy flatbed.
I'm very excited for the new building. I noticed the Allis tractor was squealing ( maybe just a belt ) but maybe the water pump is bad. My Allis WD 45 has had a bad head gasket for years it doesn't leak into the oil just on the outside of the engine. It doesn't seem to overheat or anything but like you were with punkin I don't want to take it apart yet cause I need the tractor all the time
That’s going to be one nice building can’t wait to see it coming along. Do you have a box blade? A box blade with the front end loader on the Kubota will make quick work of the foundation, And a grapple bucket on the front end is really nice for brush clearing.
I don't have the time or money for any more projects. But, I prefer the style of any Ranchero from 1968-1979. My favorite is Seventh Generation 1977-1979. I'm more about what's practical anymore. With a family of 4 anything that can't seat us all legally is a no go for me. I stumbled into an '88 Super Duty 7.3 a couple years back that was to affordable to pass up. I beat myself up over that all of the time but, wanted a reliable dozer tower. It's a backdoor love of my life. Even if I come across a much newer crew cab that's more practical I have trouble letting go of the rigs that never die.
We cleared a woods some years back and the best way we found for taking a tree down was to cut away the roots with the bulldozer blade and then push it over. That way you are using the whole mass of the tree to dislodge the stump. Early attempts to remove the stumps with explosives did not work well at all! Some trees will sprout again from the roots and it's best to hit the root ends with Roundup.
Make sure that you clean off all the cars keep them clean don't let any of the leaves and dirt sit on top of them on the bodies because that's how they start to rust over and rot because the leaves produce acid anyways my brother I love you you're always in my heart you're always in my prayers you're my brother in Christ Jesus and there's nothing wrong with saying I love you my brother because you know what I know that we're brothers in Christ and where to love one another and where to lift each other up when we're down and we're not to be ashamed of proclaiming the gospel ever!
Love the show! Just caught your comment about not really being able to film everything. It would be AWESOME if you took the gopro that you will soon mount on Gopher in episode 109, and set it up in the same spot every morning on the most energy efficient settings. You could have an awesome time lapse video of the whole build. I'd love to see you do a garden video, too! Hoping you get some time to put one in this year, and a big one after you get your fences up!
Oh, and having a couple old tractors around will really prove useful if you really start working that land! You will find the Farmall to be a mighty useful row crop tractor and the WD will pull a triple bottom plow no sweat. Best of luck to you both :)
After cutting the tree down, dig some of the dirt out from around the tree stump. Then start having some camp fires every night on top of the stump and just keep burning it out until the roots are mostly gone. Works every time.
And what you need to do Rick is go get a burn permit from your local County Office pile all that crap up all the bushes trees and limbs and do a control burn that will save you from having to go take it to the dump
Very inspiring video Rick. Jet looks well, Annabbella's energy never seems to run low. Unkin well if that's what you want to call him ok, by me. Jamie's working that good too. God bless Carol and the Classic Truck Ranch. Cheers !!!***** All. PS. are you going to have rafter storage space in your Garage?. Angelo....
I knew you and Jamie could give up smoking and I am proud of you both. Looking forward to the construction of the new building and I don't mean to pester ,was just curious about the status of Brutus Bumpside ?
I'm excited to see the building series . You're going to have to remove that tree and root system . The foundation is the most important part of any build. Don't cut any corners there.
Rick when you take the tree down you should get as much of the root ball as you can out of the ground it will rot under the concrete and can crack it after a while most people grind the stump
On your tree you should not have a problem with the roots after you cut it down. But for the cost I would have the stump ground out. Around here that only runs around 100.00 to 150.00.
Hallelujah....Gods been good to you........I can only imagine your anticipation ......finally..... your own shop....a beautiful plot of land....a great woman by your side.....what more could a man want......
I cant wait to see what direction you take from there....
Great job on the Ranch Rick. Best of luck in your new building. You have been doing great and you guys deserve the best.
Thank you and Thanks Fer Watchin'. -Rick
Rick/Jamie; I appreciate your thankful spirit, pray every day for you that our Lord will bless you & keep you safe as you serve HIM in a very special way.
Thank you rick for making our little buddy a seat to ride on ,i told you on facebook you will need to make one ill be you made her one, good for you friend loved the video of her riding an updates too, peace out.
Oh man....she loves that tractor....didn't really have any choice...she made it clear she was going to be riding on it.....up to Dad to make sure the little Daughter is safe though.
Rick, you should rent or buy a laser so you know everything is level for the building. Good for you doing your best to live right. Have to hand it to you for caring about your mom and wanting to make her proud. We only get one set of parents in this life and only one go around so we have to do the best we can. Hats of to you!
Rick,
I'm a Ford guy and I agree, that 78 Ranchero is hideous. Don't feel bad, after about 1974 they were ugly even when they were brand new.
Congrats on the new building. Finally! Can't wait for the build videos and to see the finished product.
To paraphrase Jeff Foxworthy, " If you've ever mowed your lawn and found a car (or 7), you might be...". LOL.
I'm really happy for You and Jamie, and Annabella of course.
great job pumpkin!!!!!! nice new toy thats awsome! good for you!!!!! that will do a ton of work, and i see it already has!!!!!!! cant wait to see that new building, that will be a great help to ya!!!great vid!!! anna knows what the word tractor means!!! ha ha thats epic!!!!!!
God is good. Can't wait to watch the new building as you build it...couldn't have happened to two more deserving people.
Congratulations on that accomplishment and your right on the money nothing is possible without the good Lord blessings!! I'm glad to see and hear that you and Jamie are being blessed in so many ways keep up the great work
Nice video buddy. Good job quitting smoking I'm a smoker and I know how hard it is keep it up. I'm so happy to hear you got to go get that tractor. As for the old international trucks wow I wish you were closer to me and that 72 Chevy wow I WOULD love to own all 3
God BLESS you guys and keep on your path your future looks bright 😀
I like the new tractor, Rick. We all strive to be more like, Jesus, me included. I have prayed that God will continue to bless you and Jamie and Annabella. I am looking forward to watching the new shop take shape. I like the two International trucks behind tug. Great video.
Thank you for your prayers Brad. God Bless you as well and Thanks Fer Watchin'. -Rick
Hi mate you don't have too justified yourself or your actions to anybody just be the best person that you can be and you and yours keep doing the or some job that all of us love to watch.Big shout out from Bundaberg Australia.Regards Warren.
Nice to see you're getting on with things Rick ! Well done that man !
Great video Rick looking forward to your barn build keep up the good work.
Lil-'Bota's gonna have a good time helpin ya's Thanks Mom Water's High,Huh ? Thanks for sharing the Ground-Breakin' with us. Be Well, Friends ! ATB Ter God Bless
Another great video, good to see your starting to work on the ground for the shop. That should make life a little better for fulfilling your dreams.
Pretty good when the dog get's her OWN seat on dad's tractor. Hey Rick NOT spoiled one bit.
Rick make sure you install a vapor barrier before you pour the cement floor. My cement man pulled mine out and now it turns into a lake inside my shop. I have to keep a dehumidifier running 24 hours a day to keep it dry. Also figure out where you might install lifts in the future and pour 6 inches of cement there. Have fun I will be watching.
That was nice to let Punkin break ground on the new building project!
great video sir! Great moms are a true blessing. That is for sure.
Watching the Lord work in your lives is fun for me and i want to thank you for sharing your story; I am certain it will inspire others to work hard, to be nice, and to explore the infinite opportunities God can provide.
Congrats on quitting smoking! I can't wait to see the progress of the new shop.
Looks great Rick. I knew that tree wasn't going to make it. And yes mom's are like that. Don't worry about what others think about your beliefs buddy u don't have to answer to them. I quit tobacco 11 years ago when I was 52 it's so much better too since I quit drinking 3 years ago. Keep up the good work and see you all next episode.
All them cars for sale would look mighty purdy on Elderly Iron!
Excellent video, Rick ! It is going to be very exciting to watch the progress on the shed getting built !
Awesome....two nice comments. Thank you my Friend.
Hey Rick, congrats on the new Kubota, as well as not smoking for 4 months! I'm pushing 4 years smoke free myself. Quitting was one of the best things I've done for myself. Keep up the great work, I appreciate the content you put out there, from one classic Chevy guy to another! I know how hard it is to let some go myself, I mean, I still own and drive a 1966 Chevy Sportvan that I've had since high school (12 years and counting) - it's been more reliable than most people! Despite owning modern vehicles and a few classics ranging from a custom 1970 Chevelle 454 SS cowl induction w/ 650hp 572ci Brodix and a 1970 Citroën DS Safari, I just can't sell the old van! Keep the ones you love and don't let anyone shame you for it, they're yours to do as you please with. Thanks for doing what you do! -Nick out in Astoria, OR.
You deserve the best Rick. Congratulations on the new tractor and building coming. God bless you and Jamie !
Thank you. First nice comment I've read all night. -Rick
That new tractor is gettin it done, and just the right size .
Yes it is .Thanks Bob
Rick that's super that you have kicked the smoke habit. Keep up the good work.
Congratulations on getting over your smoking habit Rick. I enjoy your videos so much, God Bless
Keep vids of the new building progress coming really like watching God Bless
Its great to see this video. You are a good man brother Rick. I am happy to see that your dreams are coming true. God Bless you and yours always
Rick, sounds like the fan belt may be slipping. Could be cause of over heating. May need a new water pump while you're in there too! Good luck, cannot wait to see that new shop going up!
Brother good to see you keep your head up and moving forwards got a great girlfriend got a great mother we all love you glad to see your dreams are slowly coming through
Nice locations for the new shop Rick. I would recommend you remove the tree stump and root ball. If the stump is left it will give you troubles. Don't worry to much about all of the feeder roots. I think you are planning to remove all top soil, but just in case, some people don't realize this is an important 1st step. If you have access to that little back hoe (one used to dig the trench) digging up that stump will be a 15 min. job. But your new tractor can get the job done as well. Look forward to your new shop build.
That's great that you are not smoking anymore Rick. You will be able to pay off Yunkin with the money that would've been buying your smokes. I hope you don't mind, I took a pic from your video and posted it on your face book post about this video for you so you would have a still pic of the special occasion. I'm just glad things are going good for you, I can see you are working your butt off to change your life and you deserve some good life. I love your channel.
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hi rick from the UK love the video I am new to your youtube have sat and watched a lot of them today. keep doing what you do don't let the state get you down
cool mans best friend and his tractor. Well I have to pause this video and watch it tonight after work 1am ,THanks .
Rick, on the '72 Chevy 4x4. Chevy never built a 1 ton 4x4 in '72. So I'd say it's a cobbled up 3/4 ton that someone may have put a 1 ton rear end in. If you weren't so far away, I'd be interested in it. Good luck with the new building. Always fun getting a nice shop to work & store things in. Enjoyed the video !
Thank you and Thanks Fer Watchin'. -Rick
Looking great around the property, Rick.
congratulations on all the progress rick. very happy for you. glad to hear you and jamie have quit smoking. cant wait to see the progress!! i like to use recycled concrete as fill and base material. it is from dust to about 3-4 inch pieces. packs very well.
Rick your sounding awesome, congrats on quitting smoking.
Good video again Annabella Love being on the Youngkin the tractor that was good that was good Punkin make in The first scope of the shop be safe my friend
Great video bro. All the best to everyone on the truck ranch.
It is really starting to take shape around there. you make a good dog father! New puppy coming to our family in July :-)
i love your old trucks i really love yogy
Thanks for all the great videos I appreciate what you and your wife do, and I might one day have a nice old truck like you have. Also congratulations on not smoking my wife is now 4 months smoke free and I tell her everyday how proud I am of her.
Tell her I said Congrats.....she has made it further than me. Thanks Bubba.
I'm been free for 8 years myself , super nice place for your new shop rick , I'm still wanting to come meet you one day , it would be cool because your only hour away from Springfield
I was raised on a farm in northwest Ohio and I bleed Persian Orange a.k.a. A/C Orange! I don't farm but I have our old D-17 and our 7080 in my shop now. When I saw your WD and Kubota bucket to bucket I couldn't help but think about Doc Hudson and Lightning McQueen in the first Cars movie. WD probably said to Kubota "You've got a lot of stuff kid, but, you've got a lot to learn!'. Also, I'm not real religious, but, I do believe and pray every day. Anyone that considers themself a Christian wouldn't judge you for your actions.
Hi Rick...Got a virus (computer) so missed your vids for a couple weeks. Nice to hear your voice back to normal and that bad cold is gone!!! You start takin care of yerself man!!! Congrats on quittin smokin...had my last one ten years ago...cold turkey...no qualms at all...feel GREAT!!!!@64 YEARS YOUNG!!!!! Congrats on the new building...gonna be one FINE addition to the ranch.
You should think about puttin some heating tubes in the slab if you are gonna pour a slab. Even if you don't put in floor heat right away, you can't go back and put it in later if you do decide on it down the road. A friend hooked his up last winter and no more layin on a frozen floor. Tubes laid in there ten years ago and hooked it up and worked like a charm with wood heat...cheap like borsht :)
Hey if you get complaints about too much face time for the little dog,,,I WILL NEVER COMPLAIN!!!!!! she's a superstar inspector general and she needs her regular close ups (and we need to see them too!!)
Say Hi to Jamie for me from Canada as well.
Take care and have fun with the new shack!!!! Good timin winter over and all but still take care and don't beat yourself up...stop and smell those flowers once in a while!!!!!!! TAKE CARE!!!!! PAT FROM CALGARY!!!!!!!
God bless you Rick, Jamie and Annabelle.
Good to see ya Rick ! Ya know ya don't always have to talk about what is going on, but i'm betting a lot of us viewers will enjoy watching what is going on ! That tree.....kinda needs to be removed, roots & all . Being as the ground heaves during the winter, then summer it drops back to where it belongs. Talk to the company your going to use for the cement work . Punkin....who (which company) made that BIG 6-banger ? If memory serves me right, GMC 292 6-cylinder ? That ought to be the motor (torque beast) that ya use . Take care ya'll ! ! !
Glad to see you are getting the building. make sure your concrete is at least 5" if you have plans for a lift in the future. Looking forward to meeting you.
I think its nobody's business how u got that tractor, me personally love your channel cause you seem like a down to earth awesome person that dosnt put an act on when the cameras on, you can tell a real genuine person apart from the pretenders and from people that are doing things for the wrong reasons and you love old school chevys, dosnt get any better/ more genuine then that, I think I can speak for a majority of the viewers of CTR, keep up the great content, you deserve it, PS, congrats on being cig free
Always a pleasure to look at your videos Rick! :-)
Thank you and Thanks Fer Watchin' Again. -Rick
"...I knew I left that Corvette and Barracuda somewhere!" - Awesome. For the first time, I'm glad I'm 3000 miles away from the CTR - I'd hand you my bank account and leave with everything that had a IH or Tri-Shield badge :) Good luck with the barn - workin' in the weeds and the mud is a pain in the butt.
Rick. I hate to be he bearer of bad news. But-- the tree stump has to come out in order to pour concrete there. Otherwise, it will rot under ground and form a "stump hole" equal to its size. The floor above would likely crack and possibly cave in over it eventually. As an old woodsman, I have past experience with stump holes. Have had them open up and swallow the wheels of my trucks, while driving through wooded areas to reach good timber. They often cover over with sod about 6 inches deep. I've fallen into some up to my knees. You will also need to pack the fill dirt you use in the hole. Natural settlement of the earth will not be solid enough to support a load over it. Good luck. Enjoy watching you and the wife as things progress. And, Anabella is just too precious for words.
Its nice of mom to buy the tractor my mom bought me a home 12 years ago i lost her almost a year ago thankyou is nice just spend time with them I miss mine everyday
Rick, I can tell you about my experience with tree stumps. My house was built 20 years ago and when the lawn was put in the stumps were covered over at ground level. Now that the stumps are rotting I have random sink hole appearing. Congrats on quitting smoking, keep your eye on the prize! I've been 16 months quit and still have moments when I think... "Man I really want a cigarette"! Wish I never saw a cigarette.
Thanks for sharing your story rick Moms are great i lost mine a few years back don't know what ya got till it's gone
Sorry to hear that Phil.
Mosquitoes ! Still way to cold for them around here in (Massachusetts). I'm itchin to get out and do something . But freezing my butt off kind of takes the fun out of it ! But watching your videos makes being cooped up more tolerable ! Good luck and Thanks
Love the new song!
Hi Rick you know about the old trick getting 2 landmarks exactly in level with each other ?
Using a (or several connected) gardenhose(s) with a clear sightglass (plasticbottle etc.) fitted each end, fill up with water from either end, and the end's water surfaces will be exactly level.
The water levels each end can be set off on a stick and now you have an exact level marking over as long a distance you want it.
Ric it sounds like "Punkin" has a water pump Issue or possibly a loose v-belt, it was good to see a new video and pour place is very green and pretty.
Very, nice video once again Rick!! It's nice you finally have a Dream coming along of a Big nice barn to store your *Babies* in... Ha. But anyhow That McCormick - Farmall OS-4 you where mentioning are Extremely rare and worth restoring Since well here in Michigan and other Fruity states are quite common for lots of collectors... I wouldn't doubt restored that'd bring over $14,000... I believe only around 2,000 made from the 1950s that is.. now im not sure how many left maybe a couple hundred..
Tug = Priceless. I love that Old Guy. Thanks, -Rick
Well done to you, keep going :)
Hello Rick, It's best to remove the tree trunk if you can. If you leave it, it will decompose over time and the ground will sink a bit and might crack your floor.
Rick use 3-4-5 or 30-40-50 ft method to square pad foundation. Also we made a pole truck out of an old Tow truck. Weld three well pipes off back 20 ft up ten off back Run cable through top . Use truck to set trusses. We did this before we got a crane or Lull. Handy to have a lift truck. Ford would do it. Cool videos thanks.
So glad you quit smoking that's great keep up the good work God bless you Jamie Annabella
Rick did you get a tiller with unken the reasons I ask is if you till it first you can level your site alot quicker to put your gravel pad down if I was in better health I wood come out and haul your gravel in for you a nother great video thank s for sharing
Yunkin that is pretty neat name for anything another know-how amazing video's Rick.I think remember Ted your real ol red tractor late December does he still runs smooth would luv to have that 42 Chevy flatbed.
Progress at CTR RANCH AND RESCUE ❤❤❤❤LOVE JIM J&R MOBILE SERVICE AND GOD BLESS Y'ALL AND YOUR CRITTERS,hello beautiful Mom
Thanks, God Bless you too Jim!
I'm very excited for the new building. I noticed the Allis tractor was squealing ( maybe just a belt ) but maybe the water pump is bad. My Allis WD 45 has had a bad head gasket for years it doesn't leak into the oil just on the outside of the engine. It doesn't seem to overheat or anything but like you were with punkin I don't want to take it apart yet cause I need the tractor all the time
I did the same thing up here in N.H., the satisfaction will be the same for you as was for me, " Your Legacy"
It's good to hear you give thanks for your blessings. What happened to Farmer John?
That’s going to be one nice building can’t wait to see it coming along. Do you have a box blade? A box blade with the front end loader on the Kubota will make quick work of the foundation, And a grapple bucket on the front end is really nice for brush clearing.
I don't have the time or money for any more projects. But, I prefer the style of any Ranchero from 1968-1979. My favorite is Seventh Generation 1977-1979. I'm more about what's practical anymore. With a family of 4 anything that can't seat us all legally is a no go for me.
I stumbled into an '88 Super Duty 7.3 a couple years back that was to affordable to pass up. I beat myself up over that all of the time but, wanted a reliable dozer tower. It's a backdoor love of my life. Even if I come across a much newer crew cab that's more practical I have trouble letting go of the rigs that never die.
Rick you might want to look a buying or renting a scraper or box blade for the tractor they would make quick work of building pad prep.
We cleared a woods some years back and the best way we found for taking a tree down was to cut away the roots with the bulldozer blade and then push it over. That way you are using the whole mass of the tree to dislodge the stump. Early attempts to remove the stumps with explosives did not work well at all! Some trees will sprout again from the roots and it's best to hit the root ends with Roundup.
Make sure that you clean off all the cars keep them clean don't let any of the leaves and dirt sit on top of them on the bodies because that's how they start to rust over and rot because the leaves produce acid anyways my brother I love you you're always in my heart you're always in my prayers you're my brother in Christ Jesus and there's nothing wrong with saying I love you my brother because you know what I know that we're brothers in Christ and where to love one another and where to lift each other up when we're down and we're not to be ashamed of proclaiming the gospel ever!
Congrats on being smoke free.
I only smoke when I'm on fire.
That 70 Dart Swinger looks like my old car, dang.
Mosquitoes? Already?
Love the show! Just caught your comment about not really being able to film everything. It would be AWESOME if you took the gopro that you will soon mount on Gopher in episode 109, and set it up in the same spot every morning on the most energy efficient settings. You could have an awesome time lapse video of the whole build. I'd love to see you do a garden video, too! Hoping you get some time to put one in this year, and a big one after you get your fences up!
Oh, and having a couple old tractors around will really prove useful if you really start working that land! You will find the Farmall to be a mighty useful row crop tractor and the WD will pull a triple bottom plow no sweat. Best of luck to you both :)
Move the building over 20 feet and leave the tree, A little shade is a nice spot to work in the summer.
After cutting the tree down, dig some of the dirt out from around the tree stump. Then start having some camp fires every night on top of the stump and just keep burning it out until the roots are mostly gone. Works every time.
Another great video rick mate good to see you moving forward. How’s your health now you don’t smoke mate
And what you need to do Rick is go get a burn permit from your local County Office pile all that crap up all the bushes trees and limbs and do a control burn that will save you from having to go take it to the dump
Very inspiring video Rick. Jet looks well, Annabbella's energy never seems to run low. Unkin well if that's what you want to call him ok, by me. Jamie's working that good too. God bless Carol and the Classic Truck Ranch. Cheers !!!***** All. PS. are you going to have rafter storage space in your Garage?. Angelo....
I hope to see that cross I made you put up in that new building that would be cool
You will my Friend. Thanks again. We love it.
I knew you and Jamie could give up smoking and I am proud of you both. Looking forward to the construction of the new building and I don't mean to pester ,was just curious about the status of Brutus Bumpside ?
I'm excited to see the building series .
You're going to have to remove that tree and root system . The foundation is the most important part of any build. Don't cut any corners there.
That shed will be nice for you . The tractor will pay for it self vary fast
I love this dog, an absolutely fearless sniffing machine.
Rick when you take the tree down you should get as much of the root ball as you can out of the ground it will rot under the concrete and can crack it after a while most people grind the stump
Omg so glad that life is go so good
1 week :) so very eggciting! are you assembling it yourself?
Right on Brother!!
Who can't see that you love Annabella I enjoy watching
Good video Rick
On your tree you should not have a problem with the roots after you cut it down. But for the cost I would have the stump ground out. Around here that only runs around 100.00 to 150.00.