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Installing a hydraulic thumb on my cat 305 excavator
Finally made the time to fabricate a thumb on to my 305 Caterpillar mini excavator. I found the thumb on Marketplace and fabricated most of the rest of the setup. Not as plug and play as I expected! Hope you enjoy.
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Відео

Major abandoned property cleanup!
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Several pieces of equipment out to play on this one! The Caterpillar skid loader and the Ford F700 were the perfect combination for this project!
My new 1.5 million mile Cummins. Selling the other trucks!
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The tandem is gone, but the trusty Ford remains! Probably not for long once this Kenworth is built.
Painting my old dump truck in the front yard
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It's long overdue to give this 1988 Ford F700 some love. It puts up a fight sometimes, but with any luck it will still make me a little money this summer.
Custom Excavator Rake Fabricated and Tested | AMAZING!
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This simple idea ended up working out AWESOME! I was need of a big rake to clean up this property. I thought it was a little more of a mess than a Harley rake on the skid loader would be able to tackle. I think this is one of those things that I will end up using a lot more than I expected. What a cool tool! The Caterpillar 305 mini excavator just got a lot more useful!
Adding Sideboards to my Single Axle Dump Truck | 1988 Ford F700
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Take 2.. this is the second time I have added side boards to this Ford dump truck. Live and learn I suppose. The first design wasn't super sturdy and this approach is working great on the tandem truck. While this truck is sitting in the shop anyway, might as well get some quality of life upgrades completed. Thanks for watching!
Driveline Removal and U-Joint Replacement on International Tandem Dump Truck
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The railroad tracks got me! The driveline fell out which made the U-Joint go bad on the tandem dump truck. It had to be towed back to the shop. Let's hope we don't ever have to pay that tow bill again! I have a feeling we'll be seeing plenty of this truck in the shop this summer between deliveries. Stay tuned!
Harbor Freight Shop Light Installation and Review
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I believe that this upgrade was indeed worth it. And will make editing future videos much easier! What do you think? Very rarely does Harbor Freight let me down.
Air Ride Seat Installed in the 1988 F700 | Major Upgrade!
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Is this truck ever going to leave the shop? Today, we install an air ride seat to make this truck a bit more enjoyable to spend time in. The bench seat was painful. Looking forward to this truck getting back out to get some work done. Thanks for watching!
CAROLINA TARP INSTALL ON MY NEW TANDEM DUMP TRUCK (Full Install)
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We have done this once, but there were a couple new challenges with the install on the truck. I went a little more in depth in this video, so hopefully someone out there will benefit from that. Thanks for watching and I will be watching the comment section for any questions!
BUYING THE CHEAPEST CDL TANDEM DUMP TRUCK ON MARKETPLACE (1988 International 2575 Cummins)
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My single axle truck is great, but this new tandem axle will allow me to more efficiently haul more material. While I am doing it, I am getting my Class A CDL which will open a lot more doors for me. Who knows what will come in the future?? Thanks for watching and I look forward to reading the comments below.
MARKETPLACE STUMP GRINDER FOR SKID STEER (Cat 262B)
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I picked up this stump grinder to use on my Cateprillar 262B because I have several clearing projects coming up and hate to rent if I can justify it. It took some getting used to as this was my first time running one, but I got the hand of it! Thanks for watching. I look forward to reading your comments!
John Deere 2940 | Cheapest Tractor on Marketplace!
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Once again I found a deal that I couldn't pass up. The cheapest tractor on marketplace that needs nothing! This baby is ready to go to work and I am looking forward to finding a job for it. Thanks for watching and be sure to subscribe for many more videos featuring my big green tractor!
FRONT BRAKE CALIPER REPLACEMENT ON 1988 FORD F700 DUMP TRUCK
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Another week, another repair. Today, the 1988 Ford F700 Dump Truck gets a new front brake caliper! It started making a strange noise and upon further investigation, nothing was holding the caliper on anymore. I was able to get me hands on the part and get this repaired. Looking forward to reading the comments. Thanks for watching!
REAR DIFFERENTIAL REPLACEMENT ON 1988 FORD F700 DUMP TRUCK
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I basically have a new truck by now, right? Today we install a rebuilt rear differential in the 1988 Ford F700. Also, the transmission gets installed for the second time after having to send it back out to the shop I purchased it from due to failing seals. I spared you the footage on that. Everything seems to be operational again so it's finally time to get all of the backlogged orders filled. ...
REBUILDING FAILED TILLER 3 POINT HOOKUP | MUCH STRONGER
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REBUILDING FAILED TILLER 3 POINT HOOKUP | MUCH STRONGER
AFFORDABLE WIRELESS TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FOR TRUCK OR TRAILER (tpms review)
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AFFORDABLE WIRELESS TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FOR TRUCK OR TRAILER (tpms review)
SILKIE CHICKS ARE HERE! EARLY BUT IM READY! (SO CUTE)
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SILKIE CHICKS ARE HERE! EARLY BUT IM READY! (SO CUTE)
INSTALLING A NEW GEAR BOX IN MY 1988 FORD F700 DUMP TRUCK (transmission)
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INSTALLING A NEW GEAR BOX IN MY 1988 FORD F700 DUMP TRUCK (transmission)
FIXING MY LEAKING LUCAS GIRLING BRAKES (RC01 RESIDUAL CHECK VALVE) 1988 Ford F700 DUMP TRUCK
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FIXING MY LEAKING LUCAS GIRLING BRAKES (RC01 RESIDUAL CHECK VALVE) 1988 Ford F700 DUMP TRUCK
THICK WET HEAVY SNOW vs. Caterpillar 262 Skid Loader and Power Broom (Virginia Snow Storm)
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THICK WET HEAVY SNOW vs. Caterpillar 262 Skid Loader and Power Broom (Virginia Snow Storm)
Residential Solar Installation was NOT worth it
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Residential Solar Installation was NOT worth it
HOW I STORE FUEL AT HOME (GASOLINE AND DIESEL)
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HOW I STORE FUEL AT HOME (GASOLINE AND DIESEL)
FIXING MY LEAKING YARD HYDRANT! (ft. Cat 305 Mini Ex)
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FIXING MY LEAKING YARD HYDRANT! (ft. Cat 305 Mini Ex)
GATOR 16K 20+5 GOOSENECK TRAILER WALK AROUND + CHANNEL UPDATES
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GATOR 16K 20 5 GOOSENECK TRAILER WALK AROUND CHANNEL UPDATES
SHED DEMOLITION WITH CAT 305 MINI EXCAVATOR
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SHED DEMOLITION WITH CAT 305 MINI EXCAVATOR
CUSTOMER NEEDS A SHED PAD BUILT | USING THE CAT 305 MINI EX AND F700 DUMP TRUCK
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CUSTOMER NEEDS A SHED PAD BUILT | USING THE CAT 305 MINI EX AND F700 DUMP TRUCK
SITTING 20+ YEARS, WILL THIS JOHN DEERE 2010 ENGINE BREAK LOOSE AND GET BACK TO WORK?
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SITTING 20 YEARS, WILL THIS JOHN DEERE 2010 ENGINE BREAK LOOSE AND GET BACK TO WORK?
GOATS GAVE BIRTH WHILE I WAS VISITING! MORE ON THE WAY
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GOATS GAVE BIRTH WHILE I WAS VISITING! MORE ON THE WAY
ULTIMATE DIY ROCK GRIZZLY FOR SIFTING TOPSOIL | IT WORKS!!
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ULTIMATE DIY ROCK GRIZZLY FOR SIFTING TOPSOIL | IT WORKS!!

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @libertyordeath1287
    @libertyordeath1287 День тому

    They make a good trailer. I've got a 2014 20+5 tandem dual. I think the newer ines are even that much better

  • @TomTalley
    @TomTalley 3 дні тому

    Only had trailer couple of weeks and immediately found the need for this.

  • @delhudson2907
    @delhudson2907 4 дні тому

    I'm doing this now but in a couple months I've only gotten 4 deliveries.

  • @KevinHarvey-qw5mj
    @KevinHarvey-qw5mj 9 днів тому

    That's the way to make it paid both ways i had a lot to stockpile material on at the sand and gravel company watch your weight cause dot loves truck drivers 3:17

  • @jcolingoodson
    @jcolingoodson 12 днів тому

    It would be great if you could share a legible picture of your SketchUp drawing with dimensions!

  • @heminole4life849
    @heminole4life849 19 днів тому

    I’m in IT as well and trying to figure out how I can do both. About to buy a dump trailer and older 3/4 ton to start. The rock quarries aren’t open on the weekends here either

  • @kevenkullberg9955
    @kevenkullberg9955 23 дні тому

    A great idea, but it needs a single tooth ripper on the back so when you curled the rake, you can rip out small stumps,roots and rocks and it needs a full thumb for loading all that debris and caterpillar needs to give you a hat so you’re not wearing a John Deere hat!

  • @jimboh8591
    @jimboh8591 Місяць тому

    8000 lb axles are they oil bath axles?

  • @user-yn9gc1lf2j
    @user-yn9gc1lf2j Місяць тому

    Turn the steering wheel while you turn her over, she will start alot better and less wear on the starter. The power steering pump works off the motor rotation.

  • @tomav8r
    @tomav8r Місяць тому

    I saw a guy who keeps a 4x4 piece of treated lumber between the dump bed and the frame(at the front edge) to prevent the dump bed from going all the way down. He said it saves his battery and pump because those first 4 inches are the most strain in the system.

  • @rickanthony6623
    @rickanthony6623 Місяць тому

    My question is how do you charge the customer? they pay cash on delivery? or do they pay upfront?

  • @nicoc7024
    @nicoc7024 Місяць тому

    How do you figure your pricing? I was thinking about trying to charge per mile?

  • @nicoc7024
    @nicoc7024 Місяць тому

    Where do you advertise?

  • @rebeccarobinson7024
    @rebeccarobinson7024 2 місяці тому

    Its the from hustler if your was a mp then it be a super z

  • @fixitpro
    @fixitpro 2 місяці тому

    I've dumped 7 1/2 ton with my 12 foot trailer (same under the bed, 2 rams like yours) 6 or 7 times without a recharge to my isolated battery. My battery has around 900 CCA's. Seems like they went cheap on your battery.

  • @itisinickt
    @itisinickt 2 місяці тому

    i saw the part where a tiny root stopped it. its useless. a regular bucket already has teeth

    • @RockyBottomAcres
      @RockyBottomAcres 2 місяці тому

      😂😂😂 if you say so…. Purposely putting the minimum amount of ground force down as possible. The goal isn’t to dig…. But alright, I’m happy with the attachment. I have won a lot of clean up jobs with this, so I guess to each their own. Thanks for the view and comment!

  • @empireconstruction518
    @empireconstruction518 2 місяці тому

    Did you find a new turn signal switch online? Can’t find one for our 95 F700

  • @reubenivanoff2757
    @reubenivanoff2757 2 місяці тому

    Not smart to pour the dirty fuel from your old filter bowl into the new filter. There’s an electric fuel primer active when key is on

  • @fitbyquikfitbyquik1434
    @fitbyquikfitbyquik1434 2 місяці тому

    What size is your toolbox

  • @GardnersGarage
    @GardnersGarage 2 місяці тому

    Curious... if people are paying you to pick up and deliver mulch or gravel, why wouldn't they just pay the garden center to deliver it? How can you make money picking up the mulch and delivering? If they pay $70 for delivery from garden center, what makes them chose you

  • @user-zh1cx4ge8r
    @user-zh1cx4ge8r 2 місяці тому

    Hi, Lee here. I just subscribed after seeing this vid about an air seat. I have a 97 f250hd 7.3v2wd ext cab. 116 000 miles. I want to drive it around a lot with a cabover and my 3 little doggers. I am having a hell of a time trying to find a low type air seat to I could figure out how to do this. The 97 Ford seats are totally bunk. You obviously can relate to having a comfy seats. Especially when it is regularly said that the 7.7 is good for 500,000. That is a lot of sitting. And fortunately my doggies can ride on a regular old seat on passenger side. Have you got any advice or recommendations. Etc. I have talked to a number of BIG Ztruck air seat people but have really not gotten much assisfance. Go figure.....trying to buy one of these seats. Thank you.

  • @MrAdamdumont89
    @MrAdamdumont89 2 місяці тому

    I’m struggling to understand how this pencils out at $100 a load. Operating expenses, maintenance, repairs, and depreciation to your truck & trailer alone are probably $100 a load or more. I have well over a decade of experience owning and operating a construction business with the same equipment. It’s a lot more expensive over the long term than you think to operate rigs like this.

    • @RockyBottomAcres
      @RockyBottomAcres 2 місяці тому

      Hey there, this video is pretty dated now. A lot has changed in the last 4 years. I believe this be video was recorded in 2020. We now charge $8/mile with a $100 minimum for our delivery charges. We now only have dump trucks; no dump trailers.

    • @MrAdamdumont89
      @MrAdamdumont89 2 місяці тому

      @@RockyBottomAcres That makes sense. A lot has changed in 4 years with inflation. Anyway, great job on your videos!

  • @imbrandon16
    @imbrandon16 3 місяці тому

    … bro if the quarry is 45 minute away and you’re driving to that shit every day sometimes twice a day… this ain’t a side hustle it’s a full time job 😂

    • @RockyBottomAcres
      @RockyBottomAcres 2 місяці тому

      This 1 quarry is 45 mins away; they aren’t all. Mulch suppliers are 15 mins, topsoil leaves from the farm, limestone gravel 20 mins away, etc. There’s also speciality products we haul 90-120 mins to get it here, and those we make a delivery fee and markup of material on because we store it. I also have 2 people that drive part time. Sounds like maybe you’re looking for a side hustle that doesn’t require work. :)

  • @ctmulticomm
    @ctmulticomm 3 місяці тому

    I would like to add one to my 303 I would like to see the hydraulic hook up and did you have a trigger already for the aux on your controls I don't so Not sure what I'm going to do for the operation of the thumb

    • @RockyBottomAcres
      @RockyBottomAcres 2 місяці тому

      Yes, I already had a foot pedal and my stick was already plumed. I did end up having to add a relief valve. You want to make sure that your bucket curl can retract your thumb so they don’t deadhead to fight each other. If they do, they could bend hyd cylinder rods.

  • @fivepointeightnate
    @fivepointeightnate 3 місяці тому

    I just finished rebuilding my X-1060 60" kawasaki 27hp Big Dog. The old commercials are worth rebuilding, new they are almost 17k now.

    • @RockyBottomAcres
      @RockyBottomAcres 2 місяці тому

      Yes, rebuilding probably a much better investment. Pretty smart.

  • @philiphapeshis1226
    @philiphapeshis1226 3 місяці тому

    How long is bed?

  • @jackofall2305
    @jackofall2305 3 місяці тому

    I thought ny had bad top soil

  • @jsison1991
    @jsison1991 3 місяці тому

    To haul material like this is there any dot requirements? Permits,inspections, insurance? Thanks

    • @DigginLife21
      @DigginLife21 Місяць тому

      Depends on who you talk to and your state. But if your gcwr is over 26k pounds you will need a cdl.

  • @8978Marty
    @8978Marty 3 місяці тому

    I would say that works very well. I may have to make one myself

  • @noelslater822
    @noelslater822 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for walking us through how to attach the lounger to your ATV. I haven't seen anyone else do that in their demos. Bummer about the lock. Do you have any vids about the passenger buddy pegs for their feet? Would love to see how you put those on as well. Thanks!

  • @SteadfastRC
    @SteadfastRC 4 місяці тому

    Why are you having to have it inspected?

  • @RichardGenthnerMoose
    @RichardGenthnerMoose 4 місяці тому

    I'm curious how your getting around the the CDL requirement? as CDL is required by Federal DOT when your trailer is over 10,000lbs (Trailer + load). 5 Tons is 10,000lbs and i'm guessing that the nexhaul trailer is around 4900lbs. Meaning you legally could only haul 5100lbs of load. Wondering if your state has different rules then DOT. As I have looked into this with my truck and found out that I would need a CDL.

    • @RockyBottomAcres
      @RockyBottomAcres 4 місяці тому

      It’s not a matter of “getting around”. Federal requirements kick in at 26,001. Under 26k, does not need a cdl. The rule you’re talking about is a trailer over 10k and a gvwr total of 26,001 or more. State regulations do vary in this 10k-26k range though. In VA, totally legal as configured. It would not be if I had a dually, as I’d be over.

  • @robertwiley7744
    @robertwiley7744 4 місяці тому

    Just found your channel today. Looking to get a single axle dump truck myself to start up my own business. Just starting my research and your channel has helped me to know what to look out for when buying a "new to me" used dump truck. Paint job looks great by the way! Subscribed!

  • @Mammothbaron
    @Mammothbaron 4 місяці тому

    Please prime your fuel filter next time. That was painful to watch.

  • @JustinVManes
    @JustinVManes 4 місяці тому

    Rad! Well done! What is the angle of the sifter screen, do recall?

  • @salmanmirza3909
    @salmanmirza3909 4 місяці тому

    Hi What is the name of the quarry you go to? And the location? Thanks

  • @bmaher4882
    @bmaher4882 4 місяці тому

    Tape 2 wood door shims together it works out to be a 1/2". I keep it in a tool bag I take with my 303

  • @MrMath-xm9fk
    @MrMath-xm9fk 4 місяці тому

    Very good work and on budget. suggested improvement 1) longer screen in slope I mean, not in width. 2) adjustable angle 3) two 10 to 20 inches small wheel in the front of the base that would help in transportation. 4) you may add a vibrator but for extended budget. Keep the good work

  • @bonusking1224
    @bonusking1224 4 місяці тому

    Maybe you answered this in the video, maybe not. I didnt come across the answer, I skipped around. Why would the customer hire you to haul this rather than the quarry who usually offer delivery service for an additional fee?

    • @windturbinerockstar
      @windturbinerockstar 4 місяці тому

      The cost per load.

    • @RockyBottomAcres
      @RockyBottomAcres 2 місяці тому

      Typically access. Sometimes quarries won’t leave the asphalt/concrete. Other times they have significantly larger trucks and the customer might need a smaller load, etc.

  • @silenciosoful
    @silenciosoful 5 місяців тому

    que tipo de motor el diesel quiero cambiarme de gasilina a diesel gracias

  • @jamesguschke9338
    @jamesguschke9338 5 місяців тому

    Good info

  • @ElceCole88
    @ElceCole88 5 місяців тому

    Do you have a video of how to get the other parts of wheel off so I can put on new rotors

    • @RockyBottomAcres
      @RockyBottomAcres 5 місяців тому

      The rear? You need to take the wedges mostly off (leave nuts on end). Hit the wedges with a hammer to loosen them. Then once tension is off, you can remove nuts. This will take wheels off. You need to cage the parking chamber, this is done by screwing the end nut out off back of it. Make sure wheel can free spin to know they are caged. Then you must remove the axle. Loosen all nuts at the axle hub. There are cone shaped washers there. It’ll feel tight even with nuts off. You will have to hit the center gently to wiggle the cones out. Then you pull the whole axle out. Then you have to take the wheel bearing/hub assembly nut off and that’s what allows the drum to come off. It’s a major pity fyi, all of it lol

  • @jessesmith1181
    @jessesmith1181 5 місяців тому

    Just a thought. You can make that rake where a thumb would have clamped onto it. Then just set it down to use bucket and thumb to load amd pick it back up quickly to rake. No need to attach or unattach anything that way

  • @AaronSyman
    @AaronSyman 5 місяців тому

    How are you making $? Are you just charging for the delivery or are you adding a % to the cost of the material?

    • @RAZIEverything
      @RAZIEverything 5 місяців тому

      i run a landsaping business myself we charge $400 no less in total for trailer runs and we dont have a dump yet yes the material is included plus the drive and convenience and more $ is added if we have to load it for the labor so like $400-$500 is the sweet spot for trailer runs

  • @EliteHaulingLLC-iw7gs
    @EliteHaulingLLC-iw7gs 5 місяців тому

    do you have any recommendations on how to advertise? I just got a dump trailer and I'm trying to maximize the amount of money I'm making with it

  • @user-to7iw3ud9b
    @user-to7iw3ud9b 6 місяців тому

    you wouldn't happen to know where I can find a gas tank for my 1972 ford F-700 dump truck

  • @josephbellino1645
    @josephbellino1645 6 місяців тому

    Great video man How do like the nexhaul trailer compared to other brands

  • @terrywaldrop5973
    @terrywaldrop5973 6 місяців тому

    Where did you get the attachment part?

    • @RockyBottomAcres
      @RockyBottomAcres 6 місяців тому

      Found on eBay, “305cr adapter plate” or “305cr mount plate”

  • @RichardCranium-zy3xw
    @RichardCranium-zy3xw 6 місяців тому

    Looking good nice job.

  • @r.rodriguez4991
    @r.rodriguez4991 6 місяців тому

    How do you advertise?