Being your own boss is great some days and other days it makes you want to go clock in and work for somebody else. Trust me, I’m five years into it and speak from experience. I will say most days I love the freedom of it though.
I was thinking that... seems like paradise. Where i live, theres always a load of noise, even at night nowadays. I wish i had enough money to live somewhere quiet and peacefull.
@RAH Capital There's always one in a crowd, I can see that your line of work is a professional internet troll, how's the pay? I did my dues, my days are done, I retired years ago, These days, I just feed the birds and watch the grand kids grow up.
Chris you are a certified TH-cam treasure! We love you and your spunk, drive, initiative and determination. Rare to see a man your age with such a passion and commitment to quality work. I like how when you install the pond overflows. Even though nobody will ever see the inside of it you make sure it is perfect-sealed and groomed to perfection. Kudos from a fellow perfectionist (electrician) in my trade I see your light shining bright for quality and commitment to your customers!😀
Moving your own equipment can save a lot of money. Until getting into big equipment. That gets costly and the liabilitys of it. It’s easier to just hire it out most of the time.
Chris that is one tough little machine that puts the 220 to shame the way it manhandled them trees LOL Glad you are ok and back knocking down trees hahah nice job!!!!!
Man that’s a nice looking mini. 👍 by the way, I like it when you show how much you have to get in and out of the excavator to make work happen. I like seeing all the other stuff “behind the scenes.”
Hey Chris, this is off topic for the video, but here in the UK, our towing vehicles have to be heavier than the trailer and trailers load combined, we have vosa (department of transportation in America) weigh bridges, and if they think were unevenly loaded, they pull us over, make us weigh the combo, and fine us if were wrong Also, without taking an additional trailer licence, were only allowed a certain limit, For instance, i have a tipper truck probably around the same size as your pickup truck It weighs in at 2 tons, on my licence im only allowed 3.5 tons gross vehicle and load weight, which means i only have 1.5 tons to play with Most transporter trailers strong enough for a mini would weigh about 800kg, which means if i had a mini on it, it would only be allowed to be 700kg So i cant even get away with loading up the truck bed with bulk bags or gravel or anything to make the truck weigh more than a trailer and a mini, because id be way over my licence limit, which of course i have never ever done 😂 Actually, there was this one hold my beer moment 😂 So, truck is 2 tons, i had 2 bulk bags of sand on the bed, 2 packs of 2 by 2 by 50 slabs on the bed, plus all my tools, back end of the cab rammed with tools, trailer hooked up with two bulk bags of gravel, another two packs of slabs, a pile of soil that probably weighed about 5 tons, then i drove about 10 miles, picked up two 40 foot long, 6 foot wide steel decks that bolt to the side of a single wide trailer, plus the steel steps 😂😂😂 I could have done with a big rig towing a flatbed really 😂😂😂
Nice job, mini to the rescue, never hurts to make a customer happy and get the project done earlier than estimated. Do you ever have nightmares of back up beepers that you can't find or turn off? lol
I'm sorry your big metals are broke down! But we just bought a mini for yard and farm projects we need you to do some mini work to teach us how to do it right. Thanks for teaching and doing quality
Chris, that pipe brings back some memories. Back in the 80's I attended a private school, and on the way to school on day my mom saw a piece of this laying along the road. I'm thinking it was about the same diameter of the pipe you are using, and about 3' long. Many of the kids loved to play in this. On at least one occasion, a kid would get inside, and another would roll it around with the kid inside. I was in Jr high at the time, so I would have been a bit big for in there...
Hi Chris , I don't know how many times you have said something is in backwards. You always look at the big picture not just doing an awesome job but looking out for the Customer . Thought on your part could save them money in future. 👍👌 Couple driveways and you will be all back at full power lol stay safe and Happy 👍.🇨🇦 Craig
SNAKES! " I'm going to take down one tree" ... 6 minutes later he's opened up a new pad site for building a home. Man, that's some NICE rich looking dirt! Why would five people not like this video? It was informative, interesting and showed how to install a drainage system. Geeze, go figure!
Because its some butt hole that can’t stand it that Chris is got a new Mini from working his ass off 6-7 days a week and they don’t so it pisses them off. Lol. There’s always a bad apple in every pile
Wow 😍 the New mini is Working great Chris. On the jobsite nice and clean she is looking, Hardly got dirty, just the tracks. The New mini looks a Lot Better then the old One u Were Working with in Video from yesterday. Hope To See more videos where the Mini is in action 😎👍👍.
The New Mini: "Does this trailer make me look small?" Perfect Perspective Setup when the Mini appears, looking so tiny! You excell at Effect. My hat's off to you Chris!
I have a Takeuchi TL6R. No DEF but still have the DPF issue. Huge pain in the ass if engine is not run at high enough RPM. Particulate matter, how stupid does that get.
@@sitrucpmek1 The machine needs the higher RPM to build heat for the scrubber to work and get plugged up. Some of the John Deere you need to operate at a high RPM or its trouble.
Modern technology, let's make them have to burn and buy more fuel just to pat our own backs and brag we are environmentally conscience when running for re-election.
Well Chris that was a good first project for your mini, and like you said it was a quick and easy job. Lol. But anyway brother you and John in yawls family stay safe and keep the videos coming
Funny. I live in an "older" suburb in the Montreal area. My house like most around are 36 y.o. I'm the older owner around in my area. Most houses are now bought by young couples with small children. Most "old" houses are modernized, including landscaping. The other day, I was watching a 30 something guy working with his Yanmar mini and an older skidsteer, doing a complete makeover landscape. While he took a break, we chatted a bit and I told him he reminded you. Heck, he told me, he's been following you for some years and you actually did inspire him to quit his IT, secure but day to day, numbing job. After a quick market analysis, he found the opportunities were endless. He, like you, could work 12/12/7 now ! And he takes 3 months vacation every winter - here, winter is REALLY cold and harsh. With wife and 3 children. Would he ever turn back ? No way ! You live a good life son. 👍
16 minutes after upload, I am ready to watch. You have Cherry Cola set up to cut trees like the 220 does - Cool. Nice toothpick maker. Nice touch of using the grading bucket like a mason`s trowel shaping mud at the end of the pipe.
For me, the rolling out of the new FlagShip Yanmar Mini for a maiden project voyage seems quite apropos, given the shenanigans, currently flaring up with the Maxi units...
The new video is very good and to show that your new * strawberry is a little very good excavator for small works, turning and space saving. A very good buying. Congratulations!, 🇦🇹
Great video, but I do have a question. What can you do to prevent a culvert install like that from washing out in the heavy wet season? I mean specifically the more shallow ones.
Making money with the mini. I hope that the cost of fixing the big machines can be covered soon. I'm surprized that the previous land owner didn't set that culvert before selling. I'd see thatas enhancing the proper value.
@@jaquigreenlees When a coworker gives a piece of machinery a nickname, it's set in stone. Construction site rules. 😉 Also I didn't name it, Chris' friend did.
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Like an artist with his brush the way you touch up with the grading bucket. Thanks for posting. 🇬🇧👍
Exactly what I was thinking. Is "dirt art" or "dirt sculpting" a thing? If it wasn't it is now.
While Chris was moving the pipes into place, I could hear all the birds and cicadas. NC is obviously a wonderful place.
THEY'RE CHEARING HIM ON!
12:30 sunny, birds singing and chirping, must feel great to be your own boss. life is good. The new mini works great.
Being your own boss is great some days and other days it makes you want to go clock in and work for somebody else. Trust me, I’m five years into it and speak from experience. I will say most days I love the freedom of it though.
I was thinking that...
seems like paradise.
Where i live, theres always a load of noise, even at night nowadays.
I wish i had enough money to live somewhere quiet and peacefull.
Exactely what I tought ! Tough life. 🤣
@RAH Capital There's always one in a crowd, I can see that your line of work is a professional internet troll, how's the pay?
I did my dues, my days are done, I retired years ago, These days, I just feed the birds and watch the grand kids grow up.
The new mini is looking good !! It’s also nice to see someone thinking ahead and putting the pipe in the right way . Great job as usual sir !!
Nice little job for your new machine Chris 👏👏👏👏👍🇬🇧😎
You would be surprised on how much I’ve learned my simply watching how he does things! Inspired me beyond anybody else I’ve watched
I love the work you do. It’s a pleasure watching you.
Imagine having to dig that all out by shovel as they did in the old days. Great little machine Chris, and a very competent operator. Bob. New Zealand.
You can sure see the difference in the sandy soil when trees dump leaves over and over - turns into loam. Love that swivel head !
I knew you could not take just 1 tree down ! Looks like your new strawberry shortcake work just great.
Having an angle blade on that will come in pretty handy I'm sure. Nice machine.
nice surface finish, amazing how delicate you can move the grading bucket.. nice job
Chris you are a certified TH-cam treasure! We love you and your spunk, drive, initiative and determination. Rare to see a man your age with such a passion and commitment to quality work. I like how when you install the pond overflows. Even though nobody will ever see the inside of it you make sure it is perfect-sealed and groomed to perfection. Kudos from a fellow perfectionist (electrician) in my trade I see your light shining bright for quality and commitment to your customers!😀
Good to see you back sharing the work with us. tks
The machine is such a nice little addition to your fleet, I'm so very pleased for you Chris - wishing you nothing but prosperity and good days ahead!
He can also trailer it which must be a huge advantage over the bigger machines.
Moving your own equipment can save a lot of money. Until getting into big equipment. That gets costly and the liabilitys of it. It’s easier to just hire it out most of the time.
Chris that is one tough little machine that puts the 220 to shame the way it manhandled them trees LOL Glad you are ok and back knocking down trees hahah nice job!!!!!
Sounds like you're feeling much better now Chris! glad you're on the mend.
Nice job Chris, the mini worked perfect.
Good to see you're not sick anymore.....Winston might think otherwise and like you around the house!
Yes Sir !! In an Out, So glad everything went smooth for ya Chris !!
The birds sound happy there. Nice work.
Nice to see you feeling a little better, Chris; and earning again !
That swivel bucket system sure is sweet
so relaxing seeing ya work that bucket! if ya posted how ya meticulously buttered a bagel/slice of bread it would be equally as relaxing!!
You’ve definitely got talent! You may have a future in this business lol
Only if he stops breaking everything!
Bryan Lamb
🤣🤣🤣🤣 Yep, he's got a bright future !
You are so good you could comb somebody’s hair with that thing.
You deserve NEW EQUIPMENT. Personally very impressed with Yanmar Equipment.
Like the new color scheme ! * ! * !
Nice quick job, like you said, beautiful area.
Man that’s a nice looking mini. 👍 by the way, I like it when you show how much you have to get in and out of the excavator to make work happen. I like seeing all the other stuff “behind the scenes.”
Another good job Chris, I love seeing the grading blade and the working! Thanks for sharing brother! 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Another great job done , 'simple' but well done .
Another completed job by Hammer fist Chris.👌🏻👍💯
Nice little quick job take what you can get nowadays nice job Chris 👍😎
Hey Chris, this is off topic for the video, but here in the UK, our towing vehicles have to be heavier than the trailer and trailers load combined, we have vosa (department of transportation in America) weigh bridges, and if they think were unevenly loaded, they pull us over, make us weigh the combo, and fine us if were wrong
Also, without taking an additional trailer licence, were only allowed a certain limit, For instance, i have a tipper truck probably around the same size as your pickup truck
It weighs in at 2 tons, on my licence im only allowed 3.5 tons gross vehicle and load weight, which means i only have 1.5 tons to play with
Most transporter trailers strong enough for a mini would weigh about 800kg, which means if i had a mini on it, it would only be allowed to be 700kg
So i cant even get away with loading up the truck bed with bulk bags or gravel or anything to make the truck weigh more than a trailer and a mini, because id be way over my licence limit, which of course i have never ever done 😂
Actually, there was this one hold my beer moment 😂
So, truck is 2 tons, i had 2 bulk bags of sand on the bed, 2 packs of 2 by 2 by 50 slabs on the bed, plus all my tools, back end of the cab rammed with tools, trailer hooked up with two bulk bags of gravel, another two packs of slabs, a pile of soil that probably weighed about 5 tons, then i drove about 10 miles, picked up two 40 foot long, 6 foot wide steel decks that bolt to the side of a single wide trailer, plus the steel steps 😂😂😂
I could have done with a big rig towing a flatbed really 😂😂😂
Nice job, mini to the rescue, never hurts to make a customer happy and get the project done earlier than estimated. Do you ever have nightmares of back up beepers that you can't find or turn off? lol
That looks like a pretty thin layer of top soil on that part of the field, you got more on the pipe :) Well done.
I'm sorry your big metals are broke down! But we just bought a mini for yard and farm projects we need you to do some mini work to teach us how to do it right. Thanks for teaching and doing quality
Chris, that pipe brings back some memories. Back in the 80's I attended a private school, and on the way to school on day my mom saw a piece of this laying along the road. I'm thinking it was about the same diameter of the pipe you are using, and about 3' long. Many of the kids loved to play in this. On at least one occasion, a kid would get inside, and another would roll it around with the kid inside. I was in Jr high at the time, so I would have been a bit big for in there...
Hi Chris , I don't know how many times you have said something is in backwards. You always look at the big picture not just doing an awesome job but looking out for the Customer . Thought on your part could save them money in future. 👍👌 Couple driveways and you will be all back at full power lol stay safe and Happy 👍.🇨🇦 Craig
SNAKES! " I'm going to take down one tree" ... 6 minutes later he's opened up a new pad site for building a home. Man, that's some NICE rich looking dirt! Why would five people not like this video? It was informative, interesting and showed how to install a drainage system. Geeze, go figure!
Nobody addressed the trees feelings 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
most likely the dislikers are tree huggers or some special kind of extreme snowflake.
at least 22 rejects born every day
Because its some butt hole that can’t stand it that Chris is got a new Mini from working his ass off 6-7 days a week and they don’t so it pisses them off. Lol. There’s always a bad apple in every pile
It's just how it is. I always average right at 2 dislikes per hundred likes 🤷♂️ 🤔 or maybe I just suck.
Another job well done and this time, no broken equipment.
Actual soil this time, Can definitely grow grass in that stuff 🌱🌾
Wow 😍 the New mini is Working great Chris. On the jobsite nice and clean she is looking, Hardly got dirty, just the tracks. The New mini looks a Lot Better then the old One u Were Working with in Video from yesterday. Hope To See more videos where the Mini is in action 😎👍👍.
So many jobs I wish I had had a grading bucket, so much easier to make things look perfect!
Sure a nice dance that bucket can perform!
You do nice work!
Chris I run yanmars for 19 years 4.5 ton -5.5 t. Such a solid machine . Keep on greasing.
Shortcake got the job done....Wonder what the status is on the trac and Dozer?? They are the bread & butter to Letsdig18. 🤞🏼 🤞🏼
That 5 point bucket sure does come in handy I wouldn't mind at all being your shovel man lol
Even the Yanmar is used as Crunch-O-Matic on trees.😬 That’s a Very Nice piece of equipment.👍
The New Mini: "Does this trailer make me look small?" Perfect Perspective Setup when the Mini appears, looking so tiny! You excell at Effect. My hat's off to you Chris!
best part, no DEF!!!!
Always a plus - although there is DPF though. What a mess they have made.
I have a Takeuchi TL6R. No DEF but still have the DPF issue. Huge pain in the ass if engine is not run at high enough RPM. Particulate matter, how stupid does that get.
@@sitrucpmek1
The machine needs the higher RPM to build heat for the scrubber to work and get plugged up. Some of the John Deere you need to operate at a high RPM or its trouble.
Modern technology, let's make them have to burn and buy more fuel just to pat our own backs and brag we are environmentally conscience when running for re-election.
The mini hydraulics sounds noisier then Volvo? What a beautiful day, have a good weekend.
Closer to the motor perhaps 🤔
Your probably resting your arm right on the hydro pump and valve body
Glad you have at least one machine that doesn't need expensive repairs.
Thanks for explaining why the dirt was different colors
Well Chris that was a good first project for your mini, and like you said it was a quick and easy job. Lol. But anyway brother you and John in yawls family stay safe and keep the videos coming
Looks like that new mini is going work out good for you .
How many trees are you going to take out Chris? 🤣😂🤣 Good job with Strawbs. Take care & cheers from 🐨🦘🥰👍🏼
Funny. I live in an "older" suburb in the Montreal area. My house like most around are 36 y.o. I'm the older owner around in my area. Most houses are now bought by young couples with small children. Most "old" houses are modernized, including landscaping.
The other day, I was watching a 30 something guy working with his Yanmar mini and an older skidsteer, doing a complete makeover landscape. While he took a break, we chatted a bit and I told him he reminded you.
Heck, he told me, he's been following you for some years and you actually did inspire him to quit his IT, secure but day to day, numbing job.
After a quick market analysis, he found the opportunities were endless. He, like you, could work 12/12/7 now !
And he takes 3 months vacation every winter - here, winter is REALLY cold and harsh. With wife and 3 children.
Would he ever turn back ? No way !
You live a good life son. 👍
Wow Chris is using his own muscle to move pipe around.🤣🤣Great video thank you for posting it.
That’s some nice dirt you found!
16 minutes after upload, I am ready to watch. You have Cherry Cola set up to cut trees like the 220 does - Cool. Nice toothpick maker. Nice touch of using the grading bucket like a mason`s trowel shaping mud at the end of the pipe.
That little digger gott'a done bro. Safe travels
Enjoyed the maiden video of the new mini. Was gonna ask what’s next but thinking repairs to the other equipment may be first !!
That looks like some good tobacco, peanut, and cotton growing dirt. 👍
I love how the new yanmar seems to sing to you as you operate it's controls.
No more ditch jumping for the horse or tractor figuring out where to cross. Grass seed & straw, it will blend right in.
For me, the rolling out of the new FlagShip Yanmar Mini for a maiden project voyage seems quite apropos, given the shenanigans, currently flaring up with the Maxi units...
I was certainly waiting for Chris to start knocking down a few more trees in the woods and start building a new pond dam
Gotta make that money and get the 220 back into service! Nice easy job.
I’d hate to get scratches on that new red toy. I need to learn how to use one of these at my property up North!
Good to see Little Red put to work.
Still hopeful the Volvo will not crazy expensive.
Duct tape, JB Weld,and WD-40 are a must in any tool box.
He says "I'm going to take down one tree" Yep, and I'm going to have one Dorito.
Trees are are always pissing him off!
He probably told the owner, “uh, taking down trees 🌲 🌳, that’s no extra charge” :-)
🤣🤣🤣🤣right
LMBO!!!!
🤣😂🤣👍🏼
Strawberry shortcake making some dollars 🤣
nice quick job. have a great weekend.
Fried day morning ripping trees out in the long grass with little red.
The new video is very good and to show that your new * strawberry is a little very good excavator for small works, turning and space saving. A very good buying. Congratulations!, 🇦🇹
I enjoy watching your videos you do excellent work.
Strawberry Shortcake!!❤️
Ok Jason, what’s ur thoughts on “Tokyo Rose” …. Lil shorter …. Japanese machine…. It’s red….
You named ‘er right!
Hey Jason you couldn't have pick a better name but some people are trying to change it 😭
Can't wait until you get back on. You have great stuff 👍
@@ryanhoward1013 that’s alright, I’ve got a direct line to the man himself and I’m not giving up 😉
Grading bucket was worth every penny.
Thanks for the video big job small job doesn't matter to you always the best
This is the Most Manual Labor 🥵 we’ve seen you Perform in the past 250+ hours of video. 😬👍
No, I've seen him run the chainsaw a few times lately.
It’s for a girl
Chris thanks for sharing! Kevin
that mini did well worked a bit to get the stump out but did the job just fine
Widened out and feathered in. Bravo.
I’m glad to see even the best of the best operators are a little bit jerky in a mini! I thought it was just me. Lol
Great video, but I do have a question. What can you do to prevent a culvert install like that from washing out in the heavy wet season? I mean specifically the more shallow ones.
Strawberry Cheese Cake is going to have to work like a rented mule until the DEF situation is sorted out! :) But I think she likes it!
Kuul video 📹 production. Love that. Let's go make some money!!
Making money with the mini.
I hope that the cost of fixing the big machines can be covered soon.
I'm surprized that the previous land owner didn't set that culvert before selling. I'd see thatas enhancing the proper value.
Nice work on perspective.
Like the intro!!
Glad to be back in the A/C
...good time to put 'er to work makin' some cash...stay safe..
New to the channel. Subscribed! Really enjoying your adventures and watching you work the excavators. Cheers and all the best!
I think that's the first time I've seen you Chris move pipe by hand you must be feeling better and that didn't take long at all way to go
Hey Chris, Everyone knew out couldn't stop with only ONE tree!!! LOL
seems like the dirt likes to hang on to the new grading bucket when you are trying to dump it. when its a really full bucket
Nice to see Big Red making money!
That's not her name.
you meant Strawberry Shortcake when you posted that horrid name for a mini?
@@jaquigreenlees When a coworker gives a piece of machinery a nickname, it's set in stone. Construction site rules. 😉
Also I didn't name it, Chris' friend did.
@@rabid_1 damn right! It’s strawberry shortcake. Weather he likes it or not 😊
The new mini's name is Сєвєродоне́цьк, adore her, say her name tenderly and with passion.
Another great job
Glad you have another machine to make money.
Looks like strawberry shortcake did good on his first little job. Lol