Trenching and shredding trees

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  • @Cubik303
    @Cubik303 Рік тому +28

    That mulcher is a BEAST

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +7

      For sure! I had no idea that machine even existed.

    • @jonathanjudd3168
      @jonathanjudd3168 Рік тому +1

      Morbark 3400XT Wood Hog 7:06

    • @Daihatsu_Hijet
      @Daihatsu_Hijet Рік тому +1

      @@jonathanjudd3168wood hog is just an understatement! 😢

    • @Stratos53100
      @Stratos53100 Рік тому

      @@GCFD Yeah they are something.... In this showing it may be fine for the mulch needed, However he was throwing the whole tree's & all in there, the roots,stump sand dirt etc create an unclean product, if that was being sold in any manner ( for what they do) that may be an issue of overall quality.

  • @scrawford3813
    @scrawford3813 Рік тому +34

    All your videos are great, keep them coming large or small.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +1

      Thank you! I'm trying to get caught up on some videos for sure.

  • @hollandduck79
    @hollandduck79 Рік тому +2

    Hello from the Netherlands.
    thanks for the video Shawn .
    Sincerely Hollandduck

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you!

  • @lufia1624
    @lufia1624 Рік тому

    That gigantic tree shredder was fascinating, even without narration. Good eye.

  • @oldnstillworkin5709
    @oldnstillworkin5709 Рік тому +8

    I love watching equipment work. Keep it comin’ buddy

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you! 👍

  • @rickybobby9255
    @rickybobby9255 Рік тому +13

    This type of video is worth making in the future.
    Keep them coming!

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +1

      Thank you Ricky! Great to hear people are interested.

  • @jimbeck820
    @jimbeck820 6 місяців тому +1

    Nice work! Beautiful and professional!
    That wood chipper/destroyer is awesome!
    Can’t beat our NC Bojangles!!!
    (Raleigh, NC here)

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  6 місяців тому

      I thought this was a pretty interesting video Jim. I'm glad they were using that huge chipper while I was there

  • @Lorenejonesbaby99
    @Lorenejonesbaby99 Рік тому +2

    I like all of your videos!

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +1

      Thank you!

  • @alexplisko7794
    @alexplisko7794 Рік тому +1

    I hope that mulcher gets its own channel! haha wowsers. Love the alternate content. Keeps things fresh.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you Alex!

  • @RuggedArtistry
    @RuggedArtistry Рік тому +3

    I very much enjoyed this video Shawn as I worked in the utility industry for over forty years. Obviously local code allows for direct bury of the electric line but I am an advocate for installing conduit from one end to the other. I am not convinced that there was enough slack in that trench for the wire to reach its destination. If you have conduit the entire length, its very easy to pull what you need and if there's not enough, you pull it out and put in a new piece of wire. You don't have to dig it up again. Additionally, I would install extra conduits while the trench is open for internet or other utilities.

  • @larryehrlich57
    @larryehrlich57 Рік тому +1

    Having airborne video is fantastic for your viewers...thank you for going the extra mile. This video was very educational for wemen and white collar workers. Blue Sky's America!!

  • @Losttoanyreason
    @Losttoanyreason Рік тому +1

    I enjoyed the video personally. That was the biggest chipper I have ever seen.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you! It's great to hear feedback from my regular viewers on stuff like this. It's a lot of work to make these videos so I'm glad it's worth it!

  • @mtkicksass7000
    @mtkicksass7000 Рік тому +7

    These types of videos Shawn are good to put up to keep the channel active. Love the different content, as always, good camera angles Shawn!

  • @auser1922
    @auser1922 Рік тому

    Any and all videos you post are appreciated!

  • @piranhabadass1
    @piranhabadass1 Рік тому

    I totally like these kind of videos as well. Neat to see new projects. I still learn stuff from even these kind of videos. Thanks Shawn

  • @chrishelms1967
    @chrishelms1967 Рік тому +2

    I cannot believe that Mulching Machine took in those trees, root balls and all😮

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +1

      Same. It was super lucky that they were working while I was there. I was very impressed.

  • @MikeHarris1984
    @MikeHarris1984 Рік тому

    That mulcher is a BEAST!!!! Holy crap...

  • @charleslynch908
    @charleslynch908 Рік тому +9

    what happened to truck build? super excited to see the results

    • @jimmyssnowremoval1075
      @jimmyssnowremoval1075 Рік тому +3

      I know right

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +8

      It's been going well. That will be the next video coming out, the flatbed build.

  • @tomdillon3514
    @tomdillon3514 Рік тому

    As long as you keep your small job in context with the overall project, it’s not dull at all.

  • @kentasp1988
    @kentasp1988 11 місяців тому

    I love this video. Keep on producing them.

  • @jimanderson4495
    @jimanderson4495 Рік тому

    Loved the video. No video is too small or too big to watch. Thanks

  • @joshg1244
    @joshg1244 Рік тому

    Always enjoy small and different jobs!

  • @williamdodd5113
    @williamdodd5113 Рік тому

    Shawn when you are operating heavy equipment and leave the cab ,you must always place bucket or attachments flat on the ground.

  • @daveh4106
    @daveh4106 Рік тому

    I use some of the smaller chocks from Harbor Freight to keep the trailer from slamming against the truck transmission when loading / unloading. I'm not sure how well it would work with your soil, etc but thought I would mention it.

  • @iammattjones
    @iammattjones 11 місяців тому

    Absolutely keep doing these videos.

  • @davidchristensen6908
    @davidchristensen6908 Рік тому +2

    Yes this was great. Love the video of your projects but this was nice thanks for the grinder video

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you David!!

  • @billyhaddock5540
    @billyhaddock5540 Рік тому +1

    Great Job Shawn on digging the Trench for the wires. cool views of the Shredder cutting the trees-up for Mulch.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you Billy!

  • @Oklahoman-in6ph
    @Oklahoman-in6ph Рік тому +2

    Great video Shawn! Good drone footage.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you!

  • @steverusie6986
    @steverusie6986 Рік тому

    I like when you add some of the different types of jobs. It shows all of the different things you are capable of and in this case identified a need for additional equipment to do a project efficiently. The mulching machine was a mega-machine that the drone really showed how powerful the machine is. All Good 👍!

  • @dennismullins4930
    @dennismullins4930 Рік тому +1

    I enjoyed the video. It was relaxing and entertaining ☮️

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you Dennis!

  • @rickb3078
    @rickb3078 Рік тому +1

    51K subscribers. Wow! It’s growing and growing. Hope you get your 100k award soon!

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you Rick! Same!

  • @michaelnaak
    @michaelnaak Рік тому +1

    I love your videos. The more you make, the more I get to watch. You could put up a video digging a posthole for 5 minutes, and I would watch it.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Haha thank you Michael! I really try to make some of this content (digging a trench, which is uninteresting by nature) more interesting by adding cool footage and points of view. It was just lucky that mulcher was working while I was there.

  • @dylantrinder1571
    @dylantrinder1571 Рік тому +1

    I enjoy watching all of your videos Shawn. Keep pumping them out buddy. 😁

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you Dylan!

  • @gammabanky37
    @gammabanky37 Рік тому +2

    Always enjoy your videos. This was no exception. Thoroughly enjoyed seeing this type of content, the trenching, the mulching, and would absolutely watch it in the future. Keep up the great work.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you! I'm glad you're enjoying this stuff and I'll keep them coming.

  • @Smythers00
    @Smythers00 Рік тому

    Content is content! Keep them coming!

  • @farmerbob728
    @farmerbob728 Рік тому

    Great video.. I've seen those machines at trade shows. Massive machines that have up to 1200 hp..They go through
    48 gallons of fuel per hour..

  • @m9j16
    @m9j16 Рік тому +1

    Keep all of your videos coming, your videos helped me DIY my drainage solution. I might make a video out of it.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      That's great news! Congrats on solving your drainage problems.

  • @tucobenedicto109
    @tucobenedicto109 Рік тому

    I like this. Love to see new machines or attachments. Maybe when it's somewhat complete they can bring you in for drainage.

  • @gordoncrowe3507
    @gordoncrowe3507 Рік тому +1

    Really enjoyed that short video please make more

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you Gordon!

  • @rodneyhammon1793
    @rodneyhammon1793 Рік тому +1

    That was great!… keep the videos, Comin!

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you Rodney!

  • @camlendrim7609
    @camlendrim7609 Рік тому +2

    Glad tree roots didn’t seem to be a problem with your trenching. 👌

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      We got super lucky here. The pine trees have more tap roots than lateral roots, so I was optimistic about this trench. It came out well.

  • @billlyttle8224
    @billlyttle8224 Рік тому

    Great Job Shawn. You do with what you have to do sometimes, it is what it is. Keep up the good work! Sometimes i rent the equipment needed to complete the smaller jobs. As long as you are happy life goes on.

  • @Jetpac74
    @Jetpac74 Рік тому +1

    Great video Shaun
    Please keep sharing your small projects- we can all learn a lot from you.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you!

  • @thejohnbeck
    @thejohnbeck Рік тому +1

    yeah, learning about other stuff is great

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +1

      Thank you John!

  • @Daihatsu_Hijet
    @Daihatsu_Hijet Рік тому +1

    Omg 😱 I love that mulcher 💚
    Put out all the videos you they’re cool 😎

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +1

      Thank you Tony! It was just lucky that they were mulching while I was there. That was a serious machine!

  • @tinkeringtaylor3053
    @tinkeringtaylor3053 Рік тому +1

    Nice little job Shawn well done, really sandy ground and plenty roots 👍👍

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +1

      Thank you Taylor!

  • @rickwhitescarver8526
    @rickwhitescarver8526 Рік тому

    I enjoyed the video. I have no exp digging or running equipment but i thiught that machine was doing a fine job. Got thruogh the roots and all just fine. Dedicated machine might be faster less impact but i thiught it was fine. That mulcher was a beast

  • @JPaul60
    @JPaul60 Рік тому +1

    That was a pretty busy job site. I dunno, I'm no expert but trenching with an excavator seems to be an acceptable way of doing it. Has to be better than hand digging. The giant sized shredder is pretty cool too. Lots of good video of it. After watching You Tube for a lot of years I think a lot of people don't like being on video. You can see it in their body language and facial expressions. Just thought I'd mention that.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you Paul! Chris likes being on video but he was wondering what the buzzing was when he was cutting that conduit. I was wondering if anyone would pick up on that. He couldn't figure it out..

  • @Dave86953
    @Dave86953 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing. Always enjoy your videos!

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you!

  • @AlexeiTetenov
    @AlexeiTetenov Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @SlackerU
    @SlackerU Рік тому +1

    Truly an amazing solution to not-burn-wood. Good to hear excavators are slow b/c my original excuse was that they're twice the purchase-price of a tractor so I don't have one yet.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Excavators are good at excavating but not good at trenching, hence the names!

  • @kyleknott1097
    @kyleknott1097 Рік тому +1

    See a mulcher like that … hard not to think about Fargo

  • @jascharl
    @jascharl Рік тому

    For sure you should post these different jobs.

  • @AbdicateDotNet
    @AbdicateDotNet Рік тому +1

    Long or short, I love your videos. Please do all the small jobs as well! Great job!

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you!

  • @firstnamesurname1743
    @firstnamesurname1743 Рік тому

    Enjoyed the video Shawn, always interesting to see how your skills and business come in handy for other projects.

  • @oldnstillworkin5709
    @oldnstillworkin5709 Рік тому +2

    I would have guessed that wire should’ve been in conduit. Guess not if it’s going to be inspected. If it were my house I’d be in conduit.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      I wondered about that too. This wire was rated for direct burial. 👍

  • @Reftravun
    @Reftravun Рік тому

    Enjoyed the video, and like your vehicle/trailer rebuilds, it adds a bit of variety to your main content. Was hoping for a downpour whilst you were digging in expectation of you doing a spoof "Its a few weeks later, and let's see how the water is flowing in the trench" ;-)

  • @SparkysGarage
    @SparkysGarage Рік тому +1

    I like the vids, curious why the 36" though? around here (detroit) code is 18" for conduit and 24" for direct burial.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Great question! The well is going there and the potential for water lines crossing this electrical line. I think that's why the inspector wanted it so deep.

  • @laurdy
    @laurdy Рік тому

    The tree shredder reminds me of the mutton-o-matic at the end of "A close shave"

  • @zarathrustra2011
    @zarathrustra2011 Рік тому

    I enjoyed this video, the mulcher was very satisfying to watch, that was a neat addition to it. Question though, why would you leave the electrical cables open in the ground and not run through a conduit? Just curious as would have thought the entire cable would need to be protected. Thank you for this interesting addition to your videos!

  • @barrygrant2907
    @barrygrant2907 Рік тому +1

    Variety is the spice of life. I doubt anyone wants to see nothing but downspout drains being installed.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Great point Barry! Thank you for watching and commenting - Shawn

  • @hupur
    @hupur Рік тому +2

    new camera? video is awesome.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Same cameras but I was trying to get some good footage because the trenching was somewhat boring.

  • @southpike1000
    @southpike1000 Рік тому +1

    That was an awful lot of work. Also, that was some really sandy soil.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      For sure! A trencher would have be so fast.

  • @tomgriffith1952
    @tomgriffith1952 Рік тому

    Nice video!

  • @Scott-Anderson
    @Scott-Anderson Рік тому +1

    Don’t waste your money on the trencher attachment for skid steer. I had one and they suck to try to turn, your always looking backwards, but a dedicated one you will be so much more happy.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Great info Scotty! I have a toro trencher but it only has a 24" bar on it. I have been wondering about another toro with a 36", a trencher for my mini bobcat, or a full size skid.

  • @Pillowtap
    @Pillowtap Рік тому +1

    That dug up dirt looks kind of yellowish. I've never seen that kind before.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +1

      This is a somewhat sandy soil that has been leached in place. It's also chalky and low in organic matter.

  • @Pippy626
    @Pippy626 Рік тому +1

    Any content is good content. Doesn’t matter if it’s a simple trench or a concrete job or a drainage job or moving a axle.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Haha you've been watching the channel Pippy! Thank you!

  • @jerrystarliper7897
    @jerrystarliper7897 Рік тому

    Like these types of videos

  • @geraldblackburn4883
    @geraldblackburn4883 Рік тому +1

    Looks like he putting straight pipe up to the box, no expansion joint, you do not freeze much and get heave in S Carolina much ?

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      In this area of N Carolina we have very little freezing temps. In fact, if they are calling for freezing temps overnight, they will cancel school that evening.

  • @mikeknoll1130
    @mikeknoll1130 Рік тому +1

    Do what you gotta do, it’s ok.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you! I'm definitely in the market for a trenching attachment.

  • @petet968
    @petet968 Рік тому +2

    Great shot of the drone following you on the road out. How?

    • @SlackerU
      @SlackerU Рік тому

      Almost all of DJI drones can follow you by themselves & avoid trees. The current problem is the new AIR 3 doesn't have an FAA RemoteID certificate of compliance & that the Mini 3 Pro is 'remoteID-friendly' & certified without built-in RemoteID, so you can't currently purchase a $1k drone that has all its legal-paperwork to legally fly after the September Law Changes.

    • @petet968
      @petet968 Рік тому +1

      Okay, thanks SlakerU. Drone tech is amazing.@@SlackerU

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Like Bob said above, this drone will follow me!

    • @petet968
      @petet968 Рік тому

      So cool.
      @@GCFD

    • @SlackerU
      @SlackerU Рік тому

      @@GCFD I want the M30T, They're over $10k so I can't get you one for footage in the rain.

  • @sku32956
    @sku32956 Рік тому

    They make all buried Electrical cable in K.C no matter what the rating has to be in conduit .

  • @ahwootton5
    @ahwootton5 Рік тому +1

    Good work as always. I could watch those chippers all day long. What was the music you used?

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you! Mind Games Artists: Ben Elson; Moments of Bliss Artists: dvine

  • @Tony2tall
    @Tony2tall Рік тому +1

    The white cap, you were wearing during, your epilogue, do you have any, for purchase?

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      I haven't tried selling anything, although I've had a few requests for "merch." Do you think people are really that interested?

    • @Tony2tall
      @Tony2tall Рік тому +1

      @@GCFD probably cause you more grief than profitability.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +1

      @@Tony2tall I don’t know…

  • @steverone7623
    @steverone7623 Рік тому +1

    Hey can flying a drone near the exhaust mess with it?

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      I'm not sure but the particles might.

    • @steverone7623
      @steverone7623 Рік тому +1

      @@GCFD I was picturing a big volcano of exhaust gas coming out from that stack when the chipper was at full speed doing it’s thing. Thanks for this video even though you didn’t find it interesting it was for t he fans people enjoy your content long or short

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you! I tried to make this one interesting and I think it came out well. 👍

  • @michaelsa892
    @michaelsa892 Рік тому

    They will regret not putting that wire in conduit in the future.

  • @lnwolf41
    @lnwolf41 Рік тому +1

    But you were using a digger machine 😃. It was a last minute job, but they knew what they needed before that specific day, they could have sprayed some paint lines for you.
    Well the red is more to life than concrete drives, and drain pipes, 😂😂 short videos like this using machines is still interesting. I would try a few more see if you get the views that would justify the time to record and edit.

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +1

      Great advice! I like making the videos even though it's a lot of work and time. I'm glad you enjoyed this one!

  • @joedoakes8307
    @joedoakes8307 Рік тому

    Do you still have your brown , f350 srw with the 6.0 ?

  • @base2solutions861
    @base2solutions861 Рік тому +1

    👍👍👍

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you!

  • @StuartWoodwardJP
    @StuartWoodwardJP Рік тому +1

    Was that a dog that walked past at 25:05?

    • @jonathanjudd3168
      @jonathanjudd3168 Рік тому +1

      Also laying next to the electric box at 19:58. Maybe an Australian cattle dog?

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Yes! It was one of the owner's dog. Cool dog

  • @nicholasroy9125
    @nicholasroy9125 Рік тому

    It seems to me like a waste, a lot of construction lumber in those pine trees.

  • @coolcorey13755
    @coolcorey13755 Рік тому

    Is the soil sand there?

  • @jurpikag
    @jurpikag Рік тому

    Awesome videos. Just emailed you.

  • @ryanawilson8549
    @ryanawilson8549 Рік тому +1

    Saying this like I know what I'm talking about, but, why not build it higher than the drain field so it drains down? Work smarter, not harder 🤷

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      The placement of the septic system is dictated by the health department and they give the permit. However it worked out with the house plans and the site, soil conditions, and topography, this was what they wanted. 👍

  • @johnhamilton9229
    @johnhamilton9229 Рік тому +1

    This is sure different than installing a drainage video. The location definitely didn’t look like a few blocks RDU. Was the earth sandy or sand with rock?

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому +1

      It was pretty much sandy and leached soils. This was chatham county.

  • @xxdreamtheaterx
    @xxdreamtheaterx Рік тому

    i prefer the "more interesting" videos, but would rather watch these types of videos once in a while as opposed to not seeing any new videos in a while.

  • @weeb3277
    @weeb3277 Рік тому +3

    maybe make a second channel where you can post these off topic videos?

  • @kubota33
    @kubota33 Рік тому +2

    I thought it was a good video

    • @GCFD
      @GCFD  Рік тому

      Thank you Kubota!

    • @kubota33
      @kubota33 Рік тому +1

      @@GCFD
      Your very welcome
      Keep up the great videos

  • @jaye7679
    @jaye7679 8 місяців тому

    That corny YT trance music with the phased high pitched female voice .. I just have to skip ahead of it or mute ... I dont know why I really find that kind of music irritating and I must mute lol. Much prefer no music or some clean beat cruisy music with no corn attached.

  • @achillesheel1231
    @achillesheel1231 9 місяців тому

    The music is distracting and unnecessary. Content producers would be wise to stop using it.