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DMF Homestead (Henry & Marie Cox)
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Just an old, retired cowboy and his wife sharing ideas from our homestead at the base of the southern Blue Ridge mountains.
Harbor Freight trencher, broken pins, part 2.
My thoughts on the broken pins. Do they really matter? Also a sneak peak at the "parts washer" that I built.
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Harbor Freight Trencher, removing all the pins! After 7.5 years.
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Lets see how much damage we can find after 7.5 years of hard labor. #harborfreight #towablebackhoe #excavators #miniexcavator #farming #homestead #farming
Harbor Freight trencher pond is complete.
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Still have a few small details to do but the pond itself is finished!
Harbor Freight trencher, finding and ordering parts.
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Just how hard is it to get parts for the Harbor Freight trencher? #harborfreight #farming #homestead #towablebackhoe #excavators #miniexcavator #
Harbor Freight Trencher using thumb to clean around pond.
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Putting the finishing touches on the pond. #harborfreight , #homestead ,#farming , #backhoetumb , #towablebackhoe
Harbor Freight trencher, pond update.
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Around the 13 min. mark I tell you why I had to clean my underware. #harborfreight #homestead #farming #ponds #harborfreighttrencher
Harbor Freight trencher removing the old spillway.
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Using the Harbor Freight trencher with the thumb to remove old spillway. Trying to get ahead of a big rain coming. #harborfreight , #homestead , #farming , #backhoethumb , #towablebackhoe
Harbor Freight Trencher, back on the pond site!!!
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Finally got back to the pond! Check out end of video for a "teaser" on an upcoming video. #homestead #harborfreight #farming #towabletrencher #excavators #miniexcavator #japaneseminitruck #suzukiminitruck #suzukicarry
Harbor Freight, Portland electric pole saw.
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An unboxing and review of the Portland electric pole saw from Harbor Freight. #harborfreight , #homestead , #chainsaw , #polesaw , #farming #portland
Supmix 6250 chainsaw review, part 2
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A further review after using the saw. I will do a follow up after more time and use. #supmixchainsaw , #homestead , #chainsaw
Supmix chainsaw 6250
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An unboxing, first crank and workbench review. I misspoke, it only cost $140.00 #supmixchainsaw, #chainsaw , #homestead , #farming
"Sportsman Grill" knockoff. Is it worth the money.
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Unboxing a cheap, "Hibachi style", cast iron grill from Amazon. #castironcooking , #hibachigrill , #homestead , #harborfreight , #pottedpans , #sportsmangrill , #harborfreight , #homestead , #castironcookware , #outdoorcooking
Japanese Mini truck (Dumpy) doing strange things!
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I've never seen anything like this! #japaneseminitruck , #harborfreight , #homestead , #minitruck , #truck
Harbor Freight trencher, back on the pond project!
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Finally got caught up enough to get back to work on the pond! #harborfreight , #homestead , #farmpond , #farmpondbuild ,
Our new home ep. 7, a fall, broken bones,rehab and a lot more....
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We have had a lot going on, but we're back... #harborfreight , #mobilehomes , #harborfreighttowabletrencher , #homestead #towabletrencher ,
What to expect when buying a mobile home. Our new home ep. 6
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What to expect when buying a mobile home. Our new home ep. 6
What to expect when buying a Mobile Home. Our new house ep.5
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What to expect when buying a Mobile Home. Our new house ep.5
HD indoor TV antenna review. Cord cutting? This could be the antenna for you.
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HD indoor TV antenna review. Cord cutting? This could be the antenna for you.
Harbor Freight trencher finishing the water line job. Our new home EP 4
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Harbor Freight trencher finishing the water line job. Our new home EP 4
Our new house, episode 3, Harbor Freight trencher installing water line.
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Our new house, episode 3, Harbor Freight trencher installing water line.
Our new house, episode 2. Putting it together!
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Our new house, episode 2. Putting it together!
Our new house. Episode 1, It arrives!
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Our new house. Episode 1, It arrives!
The biggest project we have ever done on the homestead!
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The biggest project we have ever done on the homestead!
Harbor Freight, "NEW" bubble wheel balancer, is it any better?
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Harbor Freight, "NEW" bubble wheel balancer, is it any better?
Harbor Freight Trencher, simple "outrigger" storage.
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Harbor Freight Trencher, simple "outrigger" storage.
Harbor Freight Trencher, repairing the pond dam.
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Harbor Freight Trencher, repairing the pond dam.
Satellite speedometer HUD install in Toyota Land Cruiser
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Satellite speedometer HUD install in Toyota Land Cruiser
Suzuki Carry mini truck GPS speedometer install and review.
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Suzuki Carry mini truck GPS speedometer install and review.
Japanese Kei truck, Suzuki Carry, hauling trash and highway driving.
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Japanese Kei truck, Suzuki Carry, hauling trash and highway driving.
until the grass that the tires flatten pops up.....
Interesting, I've never had that problem with mine.
I have a power Kraft towable so far 75 foot water line and 250 feet of leach lines a burn pit several other projects love mine I am 92 and it is so easy to use.
You got me beat, I'm 71. These things are not only easy and better than a shovel but there a ton of fun to. Thanks for watching.
Great video. Just ordered mine from HF and before it arrives I wanted to find someone who has owned one for more than a year like yourself who could shed some light on important mods that may need doing from the get go. Really appreciate the feedback.
Too late on the patent, I've been using that parts cleaner for years except mine is is an orange bucket with Dawn soap and HOT water, or not.
LOL
It's also cheaper to make the part out of hollow round stock and welding a cap on the end than machining an end cap out of solid round bar stock, or not.
It's mostly keeping dirt from going in... Or not.
Heck no , of it works with a pin in it just leave it and save the money. If you already have a welder and enjoy it like myself I might take the time to reweld it just for fun unless it keeps breaking them I would just leave it. Thanks for the video.
Sounds like you're thinking like me. LOL I will not be getting any more pins. Just reuse the old ones.
I think they welded the end caps to make it easier to install the cotter pins. I don't think the pins needed replacement or it would hurt to run with the old pins as long as the cotter pins are in place.
I agree 100%
Great point about the cotter key actually keeps the whole pin together. A thought I've had about doing to mine... Drilling a small centered bore hole through the pin and only halfway into the pin, then drill the same size hole at the center point of the pin, but only drill it halfway through to where it will meet up with centered bore hole. Then tap the centered bore hole just enough to thread in a grease fitting into it. Being able to grease the pin that way will allow the grease to thoroughly lubricate the moving parts of the pin. And, it will make it way easier to grease that joint because it sure is aggravating to reach the grease fitting through the joint at the top of the boom. And, I love your new parts washer. 😂
Yea, that would make them more like the "clevis" pins. It would definitely be easier than getting to those hidden fittings.
I replaced all three of my main pins. I just re-welded my old pins for backup. If you’ve seen any of my older videos, I broke multiple pins because my hydraulic ram was egg shaped inside. Enjoy your videos!
Yea, I remember that.
Love it😂. That parts washer is awesome, please, please forward the pattern as soon as possible. Lol...... have a great day
LOL…every time I watch one of your videos, I chuckle a lot. You have such a way of presenting, and that voice? It’s great! The new “invention” of the “parts washer” cinched it for me. 😂So many times it puts me in mind of Mr. Haney, from the old Green Acres tv show. (He, and Hank Kimball were my favorites!😂) If they’d ever do a remake of the show, you could be the new Haney-I think you could do it…LOL 😅 l love your videos on the trencher-always good information, suggestions, questions, etc. If…I can ever get caught up with so many other things I’m having to work on, I’ll be looking to make some of your improvements to mine…looking forward to more. 😊
Thanks for the kind words.
Great sense of humor 😂!
I don't see why the welds are necessary other than keys coming out. Replace the keys every year or two. I like latch pins myself but cotter pins come out harder and are very hard steel. Haven't had one come loose but I will watch for them every startup.
I bought this safe from my uncle years ago and have been trying to find the serial number on it. Does yours have a label located anywhere? Also, what kind of batteries does it take?
I haven't seen a serial number anywhere. Mine takes "D" batteries.
I hate having heatstroke for lunch.
I'm telling you it ain't fun! LOL
Hang on to the pins packed with mud. Let them soak for a long time in hot/warm water and then try to blow them out with air compressor.
That's the plan. I'm still thinking if there is something good to add to the water to help.
@@DoubleMFarmHomestead I would think that a good dish detergent would help. Or, maybe a parts cleaner fluid.
@@beardedprepper8606 LOL I just put them in dish detergent. We're thinking alike.
On any heavy-duty equipment, grease all fittings at the end of the job or at the end of the day while everything is still warm. To force all the accumulated water, dirt, and grit out of the joint or bearing and to do a good grease job. You don't need to force a lot of grease out, just enough to see clean grease. Wipe excess off with a rag, it will hold the dirt and grit you want to get rid of.
I need land! I want to be like Henry when I grow up... darnit.. I'm 60
LOL thanks!
I've been a fan of these machines for a long time but I've never been able to justify buying one. I enjoyed your video very much! The UA-cam machine suggested your video for me tonight and I subscribed. I like your style and wish I could give you more than one thumbs up.
Thanks for the kind words and for watching and sub.
Guess What? Today $499. 😅
I know, crazy.
I'msorry you "lost" the video. That's a bummer; for both of us. I would have liked to see a guy wrestling with all those pins and joints. I put my trencher together by myself, and it took a fair amount of both strength and ingenuity. I would have liked to see a potentially, better way of manipulating everything. At any rate, this is a good video. Thanks for sharing it.
Yea, I'm 70 so it would have been great fun to watch. LOL
And the Oscar award goes to Henry for all his informative and interesting videos. Keep up the great work for all us hf trencher owners. I also ordered pins and thought 3 would be good, replace 1 and 2 for spares. Well I got 6 new pins. You are right, it's a great little machine. Have a great day
I’m sure that corrupt video was probably one of ur best🤣😂
IT WAS THE BEST VIDEO EVER!!!!😂
I later realized the pins with broken welds couldn't spin independently because of cotter pins!🤣 Also the other video was "corrupted", according to my computer.😁
Could the end possibly be welded back together?
@@beardedprepper8606 I'm going to try. Thing is, I can't tell any difference with the new pins. Not sure it even matters. The pin stays together even when broken. No where for it to go. LOL
Put a bigger hydraulic pump on it and it’s faster and better… but I have a design that will keep the front on the ground and less of a chance of it coming up… but I’m not telling you my design…
OK, keep it a secret. LOL Many have put a larger pump on but I like it the way it is. I'm old and it's fast enough for me.
Poor man’s backhoe …. The only reason I would buy one is to mount it to a tractor and skip the 7-10,000 dollar one for the tractor… just upgrade what you need to mount and use it on a tractor will still be cheaper than buying 7-10 grand for one…
I will never own another tractor mounted one. I like it being on it's own. I can take it places that a tractor would turn over or not fit. It works perfect for my needs, if it doesn't fit your needs then I suggest you not get one.
Those crappy balancers don't work. Completely garbage.
Works perfect for my needs. To each his own.
Thanks for making this video
You're welcome, thanks for watching.
I hope you learned how to aim a camera better so what you are Tring show on the video is in view so everone knows what you are talking about !
Well, I'll keep practicing so everyone knows what I'm "Tring show" .🤣
What pisses me off, is that I can’t get one. Always “unavailable”
From what I hear they are selling faster than they can keep them in stock. I know some people have called and were able to get one even when it said unavailable. Good luck and keep me posted.
Goos job Henry. Make sure you make the pier big enough so you could straight go on a caribbean cruise from your pond
I'm going to launch the canoe from my dock and paddle over to your place!😁
🎉🎉🎉
Pond looks great. It has turned into a beautiful place.
Thank you! We are really enjoying it.
Great job Henry, it looks so peaceful nestled in there. I know first hand what the hf trenches will do. I wish I could post the pics of the size of the stumps I have removed. All of your videos convinced me to buy one 3 years ago and I have no regrets. Enjoy your wife and grandkids, you definitely earned it. As always have a great day
Thanks brian
I just bought one and I'll let you know how it goes. I've operated several different backhoes and excavators so we will see.
Yea, keep me posted.
I am thinking of getting one, and my first mod would be the claw attachment to pick up heavy tree log.
Yea, the "thumb" attachment comes in handy.
Your HF Trencher did well. Looks like a piece of paradise 😊
Yep, great place to relax.
Pond looks great, the dock build will definitely be interesting!
Thanks philly, yea she wants that dock. I may have to work out a deal with her. A little video time for the dock build. LOL
Nice acreage
Thank you! It's nothing special but it's our little piece of heaven.
Beats the heck out of a ............SHOVEL !
Yes it does!!! LOL
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Is this highway towable?
Yes, but with no suspension it puts a lot of stress on joints. I use a trailer if going far.
You never showed the right side of the pistol. I cant tell which model this is. Do you know the specific model #? there is a 629 and 6029. Thanks...
This is an 856 UL .
Marvelous idea with the laundry tubing. Does it still throw to the truck when the wood is wet?
No, it doesn't work well with wet wood. I try to let it all dry before chipping.
@@DoubleMFarmHomestead We don't get much chance of that here in the Pacific Northwest.
@@fritzwilhelm8258 Good point.LOL That's gonna make it hard to do.
Thank you for this video. I was wondering about adding this to a 3 point hitch on a tractor.
The way it's built, it would take a lot of modification to mount it on a tractor. Would be cheaper to buy a three point backhoe. I like this better thou, less wear on tractor.
How much weight do you think it can pick up without over stressing and bending anything? I was thinking about getting this to build my pond. Curious how big of a boulder I can pick up with it.
I'm not sure how much it will pick up but in most cases it will tip before anything breaks. Thanks for watching.
Good video and information have a good week..
Right on. I'm down two pins right now. Trencher DOA. ;)