Thanks so much for this video. Just rented this machine from Home Depot and they did not even have an instruction sheet nor did they know what the leveler knob was for. This video saved time and aggravation. Thanks again.
What an excellent video. If I lived in Durango, I'd rent from you just because the videos are so good. Thank you for getting all the details mentioned.
Wow, this instructional video was well done. Lots of quality content, no fluff. I wish you were near me. I would rent from you. My sincere compliments.
Thank you so much for your excellent demonstration. This is very useful for the aging weekend warrior who does not want to dig a number of 30" x 10" post holes by hand. This tow-behind unit is far more user friendly than the old school one/two man powered auger.
I rented one of these from Home Depot and was disappointing by the power. I went through clay with a 12" auger attachment. Someone may have beet me digging a 42 inch hole with a manual post digger. If you are digging through clay and have more than a couple holes, I'd recommend something more powerful, like a mini-skid steer.
I dug 32 holes 3 feet deep with a 24" drill bit on this exact machine model. I have real hard clay. I dug them, but that damn machine beat my ass. Better eat your wheaties if ya digging through clay!
Thanks for the info! Was thinking of renting this is for digging post holes in clay and no rain here for 3 months! Think I'll get a jackhammer with a clay bit instead!👍
Do know the width between two tires? I am trying to figure it can go pass two existing deck posts? Cant find specifications from the Home Depot? Also can it be attached with 18 inch auger blade?
This machine is not for all types of soil. I am in Boulder where the ground is not only rocky, but also has a layer of clay that this machine was no match for. I was only able to drill 8 of the 23 holes in a full day, and of those just a couple to the full 24" depth. I feel the rental agency should have warned me about the Groundhog's limitations, and steered me to another more powerful machine. I am hoping that the Toro Dingo will do a better job and be faster at it.
@@CarlosMunoz-wr4pj Hey Carlos, I wouldn't recommend this machine, for it wasn't heavy duty enough to dig 12" holes without being thrown off course by some of the larger rocks I encountered. I rented it from Sunbelt rentals on Pearl Parkway in Boulder, and I won't rent from them again, because they rented me a machine at the outset that was inadequate for the job, even though they knew the scope of the project. I would suggest that you check with Home Depot to see about renting a Bobcat with an auger attachment. Good luck with your project.
There is no auger or auger bit that will cut through tree roots you will need a bar we use a broot bar or a sawzall depending on how thick and cut roots manually
I just rented one of these and it was disappointing to say the least. the best application for this machine is flat ground with easy soil or small loose rocks. If you are working on a hill it will try to roll away, or wheel chocks will prevent you from angling the bit. In rocky soil, this machine does not work at all.
when I first saw info on this I noticed it lacks brake lever and braking and he demonstrated sure enough it will roll away from or toward you if not paying attention to all that is going on
great video. Thanks. Just don't forget safety eye glasses and perhaps a hard hat (depending upon the ground your working in). Ya never know what you might dig up and go flying.
To the actor in this video. You look a lot like The prime minister of Canada Justin Trudeau. If you watch some of his speeches and announcements to pick up some of his mannerisms and voice. You could actually fool people. The next thing would to act really dumb. There is a big market in Canada population 38 million for stupid Trudeau videos.
So funny watching you demonstrating. you haven't started the damn thing and you're already huffing and puffing! You're so out of shape man I'm worried about you:)
Informative and straight forward. Appreciate you making this video.
This is better then the explanation given by groundhog. Very well done.
Thanks so much for this video. Just rented this machine from Home Depot and they did not even have an instruction sheet nor did they know what the leveler knob was for. This video saved time and aggravation. Thanks again.
There are so many tools you could demonstrate. Thanks for the video
What an excellent video. If I lived in Durango, I'd rent from you just because the videos are so good. Thank you for getting all the details mentioned.
Fantastic information sir quick, simple, clear instructions. Now I have the confidence to actually build a fence this year.
Wow, this instructional video was well done. Lots of quality content, no fluff. I wish you were near me. I would rent from you. My sincere compliments.
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Thank you so much for your excellent demonstration.
This is very useful for the aging weekend warrior who does not want to dig a number of 30" x 10" post holes by hand. This tow-behind unit is far more user friendly than the old school one/two man powered auger.
Super helpful video. I wish you had a location near me. But this video helped with my Home Depot rental
You guys are awesome. I cant use you here in the mitten but your sharing of your knowledge does cross borders. Thank you.
Excellent instructional video, well done.
If I was anywhere near Colorado I'd call you guys up, but sadly I'm stuck with home depot, so thanks for the help!
Home depot stocks this auger for rental.
This is one of the most helpful videos I’ve seen. Thank you.
Thank you very much! Bout to dig some concrete footings and this was very helpful!
What if you want to drill a vertical hole instead of a slanted one?
Cool share / this is my weekend project 😎😎
Thank you
Excellent, practical, helpful instructional video with NO nonsense or bias. Great job!
Good job in the demonstration
Fantastic work explanation..... simple that my kid understood.
Better video than some of the manufacturers of this equipment are providing,thanks.
Very well done, Jim. I really appreciate your instructional video. If I were in your area, I'd definitely rent from you guys.
Safe drilling.
Very well presented.
Awesome video thank you
What a helpful video. That actually helped me out alot
I rented one of these from Home Depot and was disappointing by the power. I went through clay with a 12" auger attachment. Someone may have beet me digging a 42 inch hole with a manual post digger. If you are digging through clay and have more than a couple holes, I'd recommend something more powerful, like a mini-skid steer.
Do you think drilling a smaller "pilot hole" first would make any difference?
@@dhollm worth a shot I guess, if you don't mind logging the thing around twice or changing the auger for each hole.
I dug 32 holes 3 feet deep with a 24" drill bit on this exact machine model. I have real hard clay. I dug them, but that damn machine beat my ass. Better eat your wheaties if ya digging through clay!
Thanks for the info! Was thinking of renting this is for digging post holes in clay and no rain here for 3 months! Think I'll get a jackhammer with a clay bit instead!👍
Dig a pilot hole deep enough and add a bucket with rope on it and use a rock sharpshooter to shave the sides on to a bucket
Nice 22degree off vertical hole. Maybe a "do over " for a "instructural vidio". Thanks for the great Video. It was very entertaining.
Thanks for this video, you turned me into a pro operator!
So... can you get extensions to dig deeper? And is 12" the biggest auger? Thanks...
How about 5ft deep holes for deck footings. Is there an auger extension?
Do know the width between two tires? I am trying to figure it can go pass two existing deck posts? Cant find specifications from the Home Depot? Also can it be attached with 18 inch auger blade?
Excellent video instruction. Thx
Im in south Africa, how do i get hold of it, how much will it cost?
How deep can it digg?
How well do these auger in clay type soil? A one man auger old fashion didnt do the job
Does anyone know if something like this can be used to drill out a tree stump. With a different bit obviously and starting with small drill bits
Can/should you auger a hole at an angle? I need to dig underneath something and need to go in at an angle to get under there.
go for it if you thing you can handle and manage it without the machine rolling around on you too much due to lack of wheel braking
What size is the tow hitch ? is it a standard 2" ball/hitch ?
Your angle of the drill didnt look 90 degrees. How hard is it to drill straight down.
What about clearing the hole of the fine soil dropping back in the hole?
Thank you! from Gunnison, CO!
If you close your eyes and listen he sounds like Norm McDonald
Could you weld the auger longer to dig up to 8 feet???
Thank You! very informative..
Hey world. This was exactly what i needed. =)
Will it work on dense clay ground?
well done demonstration.
would you say it's better to dig with the single or the double for a rocky area??
Is it safe to use in a rocky area?
This is a great video. Thank you.
Well done!
This machine is not for all types of soil. I am in Boulder where the ground is not only rocky, but also has a layer of clay that this machine was no match for. I was only able to drill 8 of the 23 holes in a full day, and of those just a couple to the full 24" depth. I feel the rental agency should have warned me about the Groundhog's limitations, and steered me to another more powerful machine. I am hoping that the Toro Dingo will do a better job and be faster at it.
Hey Gary. I was curious, how did the Toro Dingo do? Where were you able to rent it at?
@@CarlosMunoz-wr4pj Hey Carlos, I wouldn't recommend this machine, for it wasn't heavy duty enough to dig 12" holes without being thrown off course by some of the larger rocks I encountered. I rented it from Sunbelt rentals on Pearl Parkway in Boulder, and I won't rent from them again, because they rented me a machine at the outset that was inadequate for the job, even though they knew the scope of the project. I would suggest that you check with Home Depot to see about renting a Bobcat with an auger attachment. Good luck with your project.
Thanks! I love your t-shirt! Do you have them for sale on your website?
I want to buy not rent, what's the cost for one of those?
looks like you have to really be careful to NOT dig hole at an angle. I guess there are no leveling references built into this thing?
No auger comes with a built in level or plumb alignment system it is all eyeball it or using a long level to plumb the hole.
the head will swivel but you still have to guide it. This thing with a 18" and 24" bit will work a grown man's ass down!
If using for posts then you don't need it to be 100% straight. You level your post or whatever else in the hole.
Is there anything with bigger diameter drill?
It is not recommended for long-distance towing.
Maximum speed is 35mph for your safety!
RS 1990: I was doing 90 with it behind my corvette so.....I’ll upload that video shortly
Good job guy
great machin
How do you drill a 48" hole?
Ok, I'll bite... how?
It doesnt look like this lifts high enough to use a bit that long
I renter one auger like this and it is not making any progress just keeps spinning
Good idea thanks😊
Excellent video
You sure it’s not crooked?
God Bless you
Thank you
Nice, I wish I live close to you guys. I local rental places have employee that would never help you and are very rude
Were i can buy ?
How does it do on tree roots? We have a regular auger and it is killing us with the tree roots
There is no auger or auger bit that will cut through tree roots you will need a bar we use a broot bar or a sawzall depending on how thick and cut roots manually
@@davidmatute7830 well that sucks we have been doing it with a chain saw
Yea roots are the augers kryptonite good luck what kind of fence are you doing
@@davidmatute7830 privacy 6x8 foot panels
Try that solo on a slope, slanted hole always
Looks like you could just leave the black bar attached to the car.
No, it would be in the way. I have rented one and thought the same.
thank you, very helpfull
Any body knows how much this machine is $$$
Great Video!!!!
Thank You!
Started by removing improper chain placement. Chains should always be crosses when towing. 🤦🏽♂️
As soon as I saw that, credibility had been lost..
I just rented one of these and it was disappointing to say the least. the best application for this machine is flat ground with easy soil or small loose rocks. If you are working on a hill it will try to roll away, or wheel chocks will prevent you from angling the bit. In rocky soil, this machine does not work at all.
when I first saw info on this I noticed it lacks brake lever and braking and he demonstrated sure enough it will roll away from or toward you if not paying attention to all that is going on
great video. Thanks.
Just don't forget safety eye glasses and perhaps a hard hat (depending upon the ground your working in). Ya never know what you might dig up and go flying.
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it is not like a graboid (if you get this reference) or as if drilling for oil
What do you do if the gas tank is empty??? You didn't cover that part!!!
Fill it up
Perfect for burying bodies vertically thank you for this
Well done. Thanks. Now I don't need my PHD (post hole digger)
*cupler
out of breath just moving it , now another break !!!
FYI: If you have rocks greater than 2 in this will NOT work.
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Truck auger much better.
You're supposed to cross your safety's chains and not have so much slack
NOT A VERY STRAIGHT HOLE MY FRIEND.
You didn’t even drill a straight hole 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
To the actor in this video. You look a lot like The prime minister of Canada Justin Trudeau. If you watch some of his speeches and announcements to pick up some of his mannerisms and voice. You could actually fool people. The next thing would to act really dumb. There is a big market in Canada population 38 million for stupid Trudeau videos.
So funny watching you demonstrating. you haven't started the damn thing and you're already huffing and puffing! You're so out of shape man I'm worried about you:)
Too much talking
dork, lol, for some reason, I could easily see him injuring himself, like maybe losing his arm using a dremel or something, lol :p