Building a skid steer snowplow (from start to finish)

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  • @Ants_Pants
    @Ants_Pants  Рік тому +112

    The actual snowplow build starts @ 30:55, sorry about the inconvenience,
    *PS:* big thanks to Vevor for sending me a mag-drill, it helped me out while working on the plow i will throw the discount code and link in the video description if your interested in getting one or checking it out.
    Other then that, have a great weekend.

    • @KFCK747
      @KFCK747 Рік тому +9

      Video be long.
      Weekend will be great.

    • @taviaavik3273
      @taviaavik3273 Рік тому +1

      Ega see pin mis õli avab ei piiranud läbi puurimist?

    • @peacefulbeaver4762
      @peacefulbeaver4762 Рік тому +2

      Buy a tracked skid steer, wheels are garbage.

    • @jay-od7kh
      @jay-od7kh Рік тому +1

      final drive it maybe only the little spline shaft could have snapped in half

    • @averywilkinson2810
      @averywilkinson2810 Рік тому +1

      No inconvenience at all

  • @johnferris2919
    @johnferris2919 Рік тому +133

    Congratulations on hitting 45k subscribers. Certainly a great achievement, but so many are missing the value (education, entertainment and humour) that you bring to YT. Like so many of the your subscribers we feel you are a hidden gem.

    • @KFCK747
      @KFCK747 Рік тому +12

      That's a whole lot of 45 subscribers

    • @bradcrossman5068
      @bradcrossman5068 Рік тому +5

      Well said John and I agree. Cheers from Sussex, NB.

    • @mickynixon3117
      @mickynixon3117 Рік тому +2

      Yep i concur Micky UK lol he funny as F

    • @noahingram8052
      @noahingram8052 Рік тому +2

      45000

    • @mickdu2515
      @mickdu2515 Рік тому +3

      All 45 of us. By the way. The steal that has the primer on there. Start cleaning that off. That is what happened to your blade. That stuff is a coating almost as hard as ceramic. On wet days the steal company has to spray that on there so they metal doesn’t harder too fast and rust right of the oven

  • @SJ-ty4nd
    @SJ-ty4nd Рік тому +66

    Your channel is definitely a hidden gem. I'm sure most of AC's viewers would agree. Best part of the viewing experience is your subdued humor. Always entertaining. Cheers!

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  Рік тому +1

      Thanks m8

    • @Melicoy
      @Melicoy Рік тому

      @@Ants_Pants You need smll 5cm ski on bottom of blow face. Will go through snow not dirt. 2x. 1 each side

    • @silentepsilon888
      @silentepsilon888 Рік тому +2

      I have been watching AC for a long long time but ever since I found Andris, I prefer this channel over AC because I absolutely love the humor and fun commentary while AC barely talks anymore in his videos and nearly half of his videos are his dogs anyway. My first channel choice is here, Ants Pants.

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  Рік тому +1

      I appreciate that sir. @@silentepsilon888

  • @SalvageWorkshop
    @SalvageWorkshop Рік тому +9

    Getting that many hydraulic hoses from somewhere like you did without the NEED for them is ABSOLUTELY something I would do! I would say it was a HUGE score! Never know when you might need a certain one!

  • @robertwebster8992
    @robertwebster8992 Рік тому +30

    The ingenious application of this man in a variety of situations makes him the European equivalent of his "beloved" Andrew C.Absolutely BRILLIANT. Thanks Ant.

  • @arifnoor8358
    @arifnoor8358 Рік тому +18

    Bro you should have a million subscribers. You are so entertaining. Great job.

  • @johnferris2919
    @johnferris2919 Рік тому +10

    Nice job with the plough. It is certainly built to last but also to define your legacy, just like the homestead you have revived / created.

  • @macstone9719
    @macstone9719 Рік тому +30

    Yess! Another full blown movie. Just right to relax after a hard week. Thank you Andris 😀 !

  • @mantvydas8810
    @mantvydas8810 Рік тому +35

    Those hoses are a jackpot for sure, they are get hella expensive very quickly. And also you can get new ends put on them so you can turn long hoses in to shorter ones it's a win win !

  • @rastislavzanony5943
    @rastislavzanony5943 Рік тому +3

    I really like that you are relying on the stick welding when it comes to a heavy duty stuff.👏👍

  • @danielsorrells9163
    @danielsorrells9163 Рік тому +6

    Another good idea on snow plow cutting edge is use a thick piece of rubber. It doesn’t work as good on ice but snow it works great.. awesome work plow looks great!!

  • @MadHatter764
    @MadHatter764 Рік тому +3

    I loved the section where the magdrill box moved by itself...hilarious !

  • @The_Home_Pros
    @The_Home_Pros Рік тому +20

    It just boggles my mind how you can do all this work, edit the video and have a video out every week! I wish I could learn your ways my guy

  • @Irene-gk8oq
    @Irene-gk8oq Рік тому +2

    How cool is that …congrats on 45k and counting subscribers!🎉😊

  • @rangefreewords
    @rangefreewords Рік тому +17

    Nice work on the plow attachment! If you're looking for ideas weld some webbed steel to the top of it for steps into the skid steer so you don't slip. Possibly weld a couple steel d ring links or chain hooks on the corners of the bucket in case you slide into the ditch and need to pull it back out.

  • @JP22095
    @JP22095 Рік тому +1

    Thanks! Very cool plow. Nice work and fun to watch.

  • @Arnthorg
    @Arnthorg Рік тому +23

    when using holesaws in thick metal you need to clear out the chips very often because the gullets of the teeth fill fast, alternatively you can drill a hole on the drill circle to make room for the chips to fall out, or just plasma cut it hehe

  • @Kathimgalil
    @Kathimgalil Рік тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @garthmiller6191
    @garthmiller6191 Рік тому +8

    I cross bridges every day that are not as well built as that snow plow! Great job, bro!

  • @sloppystooly5439
    @sloppystooly5439 Рік тому +5

    My luck is every hose youll ever be able to use is in the bottom of that box, plow is pretty cool. Awesome video Ants!

  • @angelitafortner314
    @angelitafortner314 Рік тому +3

    I enjoy all your videos and especially your wit and sense of humor.
    I know you’re a good family man, there is so much love 💕and your SUPERMOM 🌹is very proud of you, she’s so helpful and a sweetheart❤
    GOD bless 🕊you all!!

  • @bradcrossman5068
    @bradcrossman5068 Рік тому +11

    Holy Cats!! Another two hour extravaganza. Gonna have to start buying more snacks if this keeps up.😉

  • @pauli6570
    @pauli6570 Рік тому +3

    28:46 Had a good laugh and spilled my drink at the same time…🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  Рік тому +1

      Hopefully not on the keyboard 😅

  • @peterjohn63
    @peterjohn63 Рік тому +2

    Glad to see you eventually got to plow on with the project despite all the hiccoughs at the beginning ,With global warming i think your heavy duty snow shifter might be overkill ! what do i know ? i live in a residential ares with people to do it for me , great video Andris ,, you at your best,,

  • @petermamo560
    @petermamo560 Рік тому +9

    Congratulations on the K45, you’ve deserved it. Mind you this video was above and beyond, you scared the living crap out of me, I thought you were in trouble when the bobcat fell through the pit boards!! Every video exceeds the last, you deliver tension, comedy and diy skills. Amazing never give up, you bring joy to so many people 👍

  • @birch8005
    @birch8005 Рік тому +2

    You are like AI becomes every time better and better.😄😄😄😄😄
    Tip: two cylinders sound much nicer, one sideway and the other up.Flexible control.😁😁😁😁😁😁

  • @elaineb4806
    @elaineb4806 Рік тому +8

    When you painted SCOOP orange it made me think of an advert - 'Barr's Irn Bru - made in Scotland from girders' 😂😂
    Amazing work Ants, orange is definitely Scoop's colour ! The frame you built is solid and the addition of the pipe at ground level works brilliantly.
    As always you entertained with your mad ideas, silly nonsense and crazy Ants Pants humour, thank you.
    Best wishes to you and your family from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🌿🌿🌿

  • @aaronhunt5001
    @aaronhunt5001 Рік тому +2

    i would so love to live by you and learn how to weild like you

  • @Shadowheadofthenight
    @Shadowheadofthenight Рік тому +28

    You may have seen some steel building rigid frames, with a reddish color. These rigid frames are covered in red oxide primer. This type of coating is an exterior and interior rust-preventative solvent-based metal primer for steel. Red oxide primer is a base-coat paint that is specifically for use on the surface of iron and steel as a top coat. However, red oxide primers are red for a reason. The red color naturally hides any signs of rust. This can make it harder to see and resolve any rust issues your building may be having.

    • @SPUDHOME
      @SPUDHOME Рік тому +2

      I guess not in this situation

  • @stuartgelinas
    @stuartgelinas Рік тому +2

    a set or steal tracks would serve you well, with your skill set you could make a set if you cannot source a used set. also your tire chains need to be running on the outside of your tire and not in the tread cavity. hope this helps

  • @scottnyc6572
    @scottnyc6572 Рік тому +16

    A hydraulic hose heist definitely took place recently…😂

  • @annechristiansen941
    @annechristiansen941 Рік тому +1

    Thank you very much for the video. 👍🤗👍

  • @arjanvogel6444
    @arjanvogel6444 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for your vid 😇💟💟💟 Love and bless you Andris,ha ha funny, there are track's for your bobcat that fit over your wheels I have seen it somewhere maybe something for you with all the snow.

  • @timkirkpatrick9155
    @timkirkpatrick9155 Рік тому +1

    Bottom float pads for Joseph will help.

  • @williamnoel5092
    @williamnoel5092 Рік тому +3

    When I grow up, I want to be just like you:). Excellent video... Happy New Year.

  • @renanmarasca1
    @renanmarasca1 Рік тому +2

    A snowplot for the Kirovets would be sick.

  • @g-man7938
    @g-man7938 Рік тому +21

    Man you deserve way more subscribers, I know you get inspiration from A.C. but he is making the big money and his channel is suffering from it, he's gotten complacent. Your stuff always entertaining and educational. Appreciate the videos.👍

  • @twowendyau
    @twowendyau Рік тому +1

    Andris!!! Happy White Snow 🤩Birthday… I wish you a great day!😚😙🤔🤗

  • @joanmcerlean7158
    @joanmcerlean7158 Рік тому +3

    Excellent Ants. Thank you for the new expression that I’ve added to my personal lexicon: ‘ total kabuki’. I am sure it will come in handy as, you know, life happens.😆

  • @jerryglenn7323
    @jerryglenn7323 Рік тому +2

    You are awesome guy. I pray your channel gets to 1 million subs. God bless your family. From the wonderful Mother to your beautiful children. Never forget your Wife.

  • @tortuegeniale3044
    @tortuegeniale3044 Рік тому +3

    Ho man !
    You made me laugh so much with help and the living box 😂😂😂

  • @thomasmonsch9906
    @thomasmonsch9906 Рік тому +1

    Orange is good color!!!
    By the way, If you have some left over money, buy 4 real good snow chain.
    👍👍👍👍👍

  • @DanielColby-t6l
    @DanielColby-t6l Рік тому +1

    wow that was a fun watch!
    now ya gotta spend some time and make a detailed spreadsheet for your hose inventory…knowing exactly what you got will be very useful (and perhaps lucrative also, maybe)

  • @jimmytew9468
    @jimmytew9468 Рік тому +6

    The snowplow turned out great! And the hydraulic hoses great score! Now you can replace hoses and not have to buy them plus you never can tell you might build something that needs hydraulic lines. Man at the start of this video you could not get a break! Great video Bro! 😎👍🏻

  • @FunfindersX
    @FunfindersX Рік тому +2

    Happy New Year 🎉
    Thanks so much for all your amazing videos.
    You are super talented.
    I love your sense of humor 🤣Seriously
    Cheers

  • @jonasbartels1716
    @jonasbartels1716 Рік тому +9

    About the steel shown at 1:15:09, the Number 355 could refer to steel type S355. Normal mild steel (at least in Germany) is called S235, the 235 referring to the minimum yield strength (Mindeststreckgrenze in german). Thats the point where the steel is deforming without going back into it's original form. S355 is hardened steel, harder to bend and work with, because you need more power to deform it. Maybe thats the reason why your drill press had to work that hard.

    • @Altruistic-Viking
      @Altruistic-Viking Рік тому +1

      Or it could be Hardox a very wear resistant type of steel, not impossible to drill but it requires a carbide bit

    • @jonasbartels1716
      @jonasbartels1716 Рік тому +1

      @@Altruistic-Viking I actually don't think it would be Hardox, I don't think Vevor sent him carbide bits. Looks more like the drill could drill a little bit, but the heat hardened the steel even more until the drill bit was not strong enough.

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  Рік тому +1

      Hss bits they sent

    • @Altruistic-Viking
      @Altruistic-Viking Рік тому

      @@Ants_Pants you’re better off trying cutting a hole using a stick of butter 😄 it’s a super wear resistant steel

    • @rastislavzanony5943
      @rastislavzanony5943 Рік тому +2

      You are absolutely correct. S355 has a higher tensile strength and hardness comparing to a regular S255 so it might be the case.

  • @jasonmacdonald5468
    @jasonmacdonald5468 Рік тому +1

    I would have voted for the red plow (like the western star), it is hot and melts the snow off the blade. LOL

  • @doctormaddix2143
    @doctormaddix2143 Рік тому +3

    Maaan ants, 2hrs out of nowhere. That's so cool, I can't wait to watch the video. Much love from Germany❤

  • @timbo1961
    @timbo1961 Рік тому +2

    Great job building that beast! Better to be over-built than under built!

  • @barbscarrow7300
    @barbscarrow7300 Рік тому +3

    Congrats on 45k. That is a huge accomplishment and I see why Love you channel❤️🇨🇦

  • @09FLTRMM77
    @09FLTRMM77 Рік тому

    MM77 Approved 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @polskakielbasa9149
    @polskakielbasa9149 Рік тому +8

    Another quality build, Andris!!! Happy Birthday… We wish you a great day!

  • @Vein1986
    @Vein1986 Рік тому +1

    You should weld two brackets on each pin on the plow mount, cause now you will bend those pins, with two brackets pins will work on shearing, not on bending. About those bunch of hoses, talk wih vevor about hydraulic hose crimper, buy proper hose ends (not so expensive) and you will be able to make your own hoses from those you have, use one end with lenght you desire and just crimp another end.

  • @bradleybradshaw7380
    @bradleybradshaw7380 Рік тому +3

    You need a air driven needle scaler for knocking the flux off your welds with the stick welder much faster and easier. Love you’re videos even my wife sits down and watches you with me now 👍🏻 kind regards, Brad from Australia 🇦🇺 👍🏻

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  Рік тому +1

      Thanks dude... Glad you and wife enjoy

  • @timothymichaelsullivan4319
    @timothymichaelsullivan4319 Рік тому +2

    I was thinking, maybe the top center point pin could be replaced by a heavy trip spring, just in case you hit something you can't see... protect you and your machine. Great work, brother. enjoyed this production, too.

  • @mohammadalam7536
    @mohammadalam7536 Рік тому +2

    You are brilliant

  • @gillyb333
    @gillyb333 Рік тому +2

    Brilliant work Ants pants well done. You are a genius. xxxxAustralia

  • @darellsunderlin4670
    @darellsunderlin4670 Рік тому +6

    Congratulations on 45,000 and nice job on the plow . 😊

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  Рік тому

      Thanks 👍

    • @deborahfaulk5532
      @deborahfaulk5532 Рік тому

      🎊45,000🎉 Congratulations Andris, you deserve this and more. You have endless energy and we never know what you will be doing next! I loved the sparkle show made from the grinder and the well trained delivery box that came at your command 😂🤣. What in the world do you do in your spare time or do you have any?! Have a wonderful weekend and take care

  • @scottmyers226
    @scottmyers226 Рік тому

    I'll say one thing Ant, you got skills.

  • @karleck1119
    @karleck1119 Рік тому +5

    I was going to suggest 2x6 rectangle tube for the floor. Not sure on price comparison for a sheet of metal, but it would be easier to move than the sheet.
    Great video great idea to scoop the machine from the turd tunnel😂

  • @bernardwilliams402
    @bernardwilliams402 Рік тому +1

    I couldn't even guess how much money is there in hydraulic hose and fittings, but I can tell you this, It's a lot of money sitting there. You are also right when you say that you will never use all of it. Maybe you can help someone in need some day. Now, to watch the build.👍👍👍

  • @chrissmith7655
    @chrissmith7655 Рік тому +5

    Hey Andris a really great job well done. Many thanks for a very enjoyable video, from UK.

  • @roberthodge2771
    @roberthodge2771 Рік тому

    I often put your great videos on FB, Pinterest, Twitter / X and Tumbler as well.

  • @billyhaddock5540
    @billyhaddock5540 Рік тому +2

    Ants Pants, I thought that u had falling down with the bobcat machine. Butt u had managed to get some wood under-it and got it out.
    great job putting the snowplow together. works good.

  • @gregorythomas333
    @gregorythomas333 9 місяців тому

    Dude...that was a total score getting those hydraulic lines!

  • @johnshaw4140
    @johnshaw4140 Рік тому +3

    Andris , great fun to watch , you are an artist with steel and you have brilliant humour , well worth a 2 hour watch , thanks

  • @moelongval9216
    @moelongval9216 Рік тому

    Andrew knows better! He doesn't have any pits!😆

  • @the_zule
    @the_zule Рік тому +6

    Awesome score with all the hoses! You’ve got lots of sorting to do! The hoses are an incredible dealio!

  • @HansHampel7018
    @HansHampel7018 Рік тому +1

    USA NJ everybody's amazed the first time they use the mag drill

  • @turnbooutdoors3008
    @turnbooutdoors3008 Рік тому +4

    Great job on the plow and you got a good deal on the hydraulic hoses jackpot bro 👍👍

  • @SPUDHOME
    @SPUDHOME Рік тому

    Super mom grow’s beautiful grass all Sumer, just so you can destroy it all winter. GREAT JOB

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  Рік тому

      I will park a new tractor on the destroyed grass

  • @darrengreenwood8846
    @darrengreenwood8846 Рік тому +3

    Can’t wait too see uour latest upload love the long videos hours of entertainment thank you just getting started on this one i know its going to be good thank you

  • @demolitiondaz22
    @demolitiondaz22 Рік тому +1

    Good job, well done Ants.

  • @grandpaweber2097
    @grandpaweber2097 Рік тому +5

    Having seen all of your videos, I can say that this is in the top five of your episodes. It has it all. Very nice! Best regards and much respect.

  • @dieterhinders9237
    @dieterhinders9237 Рік тому +1

    your videos are great entertainment and I like your humor😃

  • @OddEdland
    @OddEdland Рік тому +6

    Less speed and more pressure wil help you drilling holes. The bigger the diameter, the lower the speed. Using holesaws I really recommend Whürt instead of Bosch. Being a welldriller i use them every other day drilling through wellcasings. Get about 35 44mm holes with Würth compared to 5 with Bosch in 4.5mm casing.

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  Рік тому +1

      Ok

    • @OddEdland
      @OddEdland Рік тому

      @@Ants_Pants and congratulations with a sturdy plow, hope it will serve you well. Keep up the good work 🤠👍🏻

  • @brucehelberg957
    @brucehelberg957 10 місяців тому

    So happy that Quinn Dunki mentioned your channel in her Saturday Q&A video. Love to have more great content to watch.

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  10 місяців тому

      Thanks dude, I'm not even awarr

  • @benschlack5814
    @benschlack5814 Рік тому +6

    Your always getting into something interesting 👌

  • @3cl1
    @3cl1 Рік тому +1

    Relaxing in Texas with a cuppa, low this weekend is 1 degrees.

  • @martinbenton742
    @martinbenton742 Рік тому +2

    Very nice!!!!!

  • @TheEnixx
    @TheEnixx Рік тому +1

    I would add a rubber lip to the shield so that you don't get stuck on rocks.
    Rubber from an old conveyor belt or something similar. Greetings from Germany✌

  • @carloskawasaki656
    @carloskawasaki656 Рік тому +3

    Thank you for sharing, another great project, I learn a lot and I start my week end very well with you 👍👍👍👍

  • @garycadieux9649
    @garycadieux9649 Рік тому

    Happy Birthday …I wish you have a great day!

  • @MrHugawa
    @MrHugawa Рік тому +3

    awesome video sir, nice job on the plow, it is certainly heavy duty.

  • @douglasmayherjr.5733
    @douglasmayherjr.5733 Рік тому +1

    Nice Blade for the 751 Bobcat. You should try a set of logering steel tracks for the bobcats, they turn a great machine into an impressive machine for all weather and ground types. Appreciate your videos. Neat to see how things are a little different in the US, and most things are the same.

  • @1944chevytruck
    @1944chevytruck Рік тому +2

    Congrats good job!

  • @deankdx
    @deankdx Рік тому +3

    at 37.30 minutes, a tip i saw recently for storage of long steel is to make a frame of concrete mesh, you can fit several pieces in each hole and if it's on the bottom you don't need to pull everything out, only say 5 to 10 pieces for example. might not work so well for short ones, but looked handy for longer lengths
    egsample

  • @delrierelemiroir3365
    @delrierelemiroir3365 Рік тому

    Tu est vraiment divertissant. Je t'adore, tu est mon #1 SUR UA-cam. Lâche pas Ants Pants

  • @ossimartikainen6633
    @ossimartikainen6633 Рік тому +2

    Huippu työtä komea aura kelpaa työnnellä lumia ja muutakin .ei häpeä osto auroja vaikuttaa vahvalta se nousee ainakin tarpeeksi ylös.onnitelut hienosta porasta.

  • @michaelkoon8371
    @michaelkoon8371 17 днів тому +1

    Ants that snow plow you bilt is great very tuff in my book I have a 400 4x4 suzuki fourwheeler with a snow I love plowing snow wit it I got a wind shelf for Christmas for it it keeps some cold off me while I’m driveling it again great job my uk friend Mike from West Virginia love your videos

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  16 днів тому

      Too bad there's no snow this year

  • @DavHill77
    @DavHill77 Рік тому +4

    Great content Ant and Happy New Year. The plough is like the titanic, but unsure about the connection between the orange and black structure, but only time will tell.

  • @DuncanAitken
    @DuncanAitken Рік тому +1

    30:48 And we absolutely love it! Entertainment value is as high as that just-seen sketchyness level.

  • @MrScavender
    @MrScavender Рік тому +5

    Usually red primer on steel means its Hardox (wear resistant steel for excavator buckets etc...) usually there are more marks on steel like white letters reading Hardox or SSAB. Does it cut good ?
    Mild steel is usually "natural" mill scale finish.

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  Рік тому

      None of that, cuts really hard

  • @MrZiiro
    @MrZiiro 11 місяців тому +1

    Add no slip Tape on it when you will step to get in. A D-Ring on the black part. incase you need to move it when driving something else. I learned a bit from this video. Thank you.

  • @william6526
    @william6526 Рік тому +2

    Those hydraulic hoses are worth thousands of dollars if you had to have them made. I'm not sure where or how you got these hoses but I sure wish I had a place I could score a deal like you got. I would go back with a big enough trailer or truck and get all the hoses. You could put the word out you've got these hoses and I'm sure they would sell or you could use them for trading stock for things you need.

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  Рік тому

      I will try to sell some of them

  • @Farmall450
    @Farmall450 Рік тому +1

    Rockmaster is pretty decent hose.

  • @mikkvaidre5367
    @mikkvaidre5367 Рік тому +3

    Hästi tehtud😊

  • @The_Home_Pros
    @The_Home_Pros Рік тому +1

    That mag drill is sweet I’ve been wanting one for along time now

  • @MarcusLobenstein
    @MarcusLobenstein Рік тому +3

    I just wait till the snów is gone again, but somehow Poland and Estonia has massive snów fall difference

    • @Ants_Pants
      @Ants_Pants  Рік тому

      Poland is more south. I assume that's why

  • @tadpanasiewicz8077
    @tadpanasiewicz8077 Рік тому

    Black colour with the yellow stripes sounds more professional 😊