Chris, you’re the best I’ve ever seen with all your equipment and tools......like a gifted surgeon..... Truly enjoy watching your videos daily..... Thank you..!!
You beat me to it. When I was a kid and my dad was trying to teach me how to do something, sometimes he would say 'maybe a little bit less like butchery, and more like surgery'. Chris is the dirt surgeon.
@@dogbucket Wise words from a father...It doesn't matter what the profession is, finesse comes with being consistent in taking pride and care in whatever task you choose to do in life. Everybody is good at something, some are just more talented than others.
@@epilepsysoda6824 Lol ..Ehhh I did this before and I found that when it doesn't fit you get a bigger hammer... Andrew as a surgeon, "Nurse give me two zip ties and a soldering gun, we have a bleeder here..
I like to watch Chris’s videos before working on my home projects. Watching a skilled professional motivates me match the detail he puts into each project.
Good job Chris. I was a little surprised your dam held up so well because it was just mud and rocks. But when you went back to it, it was holding up really well and was quite full. Shows why you're running the machine & I'm watching it on UA-cam! lol!
I can tell that there is no shortage of jobs for you. You do great work Chris. You're definitely a role model for young people. I hope they are watching you so that you can instill a good work ethic in them.
Like a Glove Man !!, Shot right on threw there as it should, another one in the books , job very well done !! Have a Great Evening Chris....On too the Next !!
Really nice job, using the available creek rocks for dressing/rip-rap and reusing the road dressing to save money for your customer gave me a new found respect for you :) Well done Sir !
I really enjoy the way you use the machine it is part of you. The bucket can twist and turn any way you need it to and you pay attention to the details that gets the job done right.
Amazing. Well done sir. Those customers have made a wise choice employing your services. Bad luck for those who don't. I so enjoyed watching your skills on this one.
Loved this so enjoyed watching your skill. I watch Post10 on UA-cam who clears up culverts after beavers block them and he often tells you about undersized or misaligned ones. Now I can understand better what he is saying. Thank you
Like the little mach. I have been doing this kinda work since 1967. You never Never start to fill in a pipe from the sides. You Always -----you hold the pipe down while filling from top. Always Try it!!!! Filling from sides leaves voids that can leak later. Rain down from top fills as you go... But you gotta hold it down. Your pipe picked up an inch or so. That leaves a part of Non-Compacted fill
I really enjoy this type of jobs. You work so efficiently with that mini and seem to know what the next move is to minimize the work to be done. Great job.
Nice job Chris. I bought a brand new VIO-55-6A ( new red color) last summer and had the extra counterweight added. It took a few weeks to come in so I used it quite a bit without the counterweight. After the weight was added it made a big difference when using a 4 foot bucket. It added 4 inches to the swing clearance.
@@letsdig18 I am very happy with the machine. I upgraded from a very nice John Deere 35D. The counterweight was $2600.00 but it really stabilizes the machine when reaching out with the 4 foot bucket full of wet gravel.
Last Fall I manually dug a 13' hole to accept a 12' deep, 2' diameter culvert pipe as a huge external sump pump well casing. It took two months of nearly daily sweaty labor. Not only did I have to dig enough for the actual hole, I needed to terrace for manual dirt hauling out, access, and room to swing a mattock and spade shovel. The effort would have only taken a couple of days with a backhoe. But then, neighbors and friends wouldn't have been so impressed either... ;-) I'm envious of your toys!
Came across your channel searching for info on my Komatsu rig. Brought me to tears how much your attitude and manners remind me of my adopted Brother and best friend Jack Causey Jr of Musella Ga . We would argue like brats who gets to run what. Couple of equipment junkies. God Bless you and Keep showing em how its done!👍👊😎
Good morning Chris from the UK, It never ceases to amaze how much work you get done in a day ! You are a true professional and workaholic ,bet you feel a lot happier now you are 95% finished at the new vet place that's been taking about six months. The excavator rescue video was a blinder for you - over 6.8m views...well done.
It's been along winter I keep losing track of what day it is. I've got to look ànd see what truck Chris is driving and then I can at least tell if it's the weekend or not. Soon I'll be able to Play in the dirt myself and problem will be solved. LoL
These videos remind me of my Grandfather when we use to dig post holes ,He would tell us in uncertain terms, Hey boy what comes out of a hole must go back in it other wise the post is loose and your not ramming the dirt in properly,Your a great operator and worker love your videos,
And looking fine as frog hair and not half as fluffy. That looks great Chris have to say your the man with that equipment it is fun to watch you work a job. Please Take Care and allways watch your self around all equipment big or small.
Installed 60’ of 48” pipe a few years ago with a string level and a wore out Bobcat E20 mini. Would never have attempted if I hadn’t watched and studied so many of your videos. Thanks
The rain you never seem to have a shortage of also creates these kinds of jobs . Wish i was living in a part of the world where there simply is no shortage of rain. Great job
I could watch you for hours! When I was a kid long time ago 13 yrs old I used to play with HD 9 Dozers & Buro Crane & any thing else that was on Tracks! my DAD was a Master Mechanic for the RR and use to take me to work in the summer. age here is 81 gave up my CDL 3 years ago. Bad heart. 73 Bill
The quality of your work keeps your Uncle John in business and your weekend business busy. You got the formula for success. I predict you ll retire a rich and satisfying man.
Be careful what you wish for... For years as I sat on a machine in the cool (or hot) air in God's country, I wished I could be in a warm office (or cool)...Now as I sit here at my desk in an office watching these videos wishing I was back in the great outdoors. I enjoy your videos.
I run a small Kabota front end loader/backhoe on occasion for my bro in law's plumbing company and watch your vids for tips! We're looking to add a small trackhoe to the plumbing company for the versatility I've seen on your channel! Great job! I wish you offered a "mentorship" so I could come work for you for a week or two and learn some tricks in my retirement!
The owner watch you do a top job. You listen to the hydraulics and you can tell, that you are right at maximum pressure. Chris you never mess around. You do the job looking better than ever. Where others be still standing figuring it out. 👍🇺🇸
I can see why your always so busy..One day a Culvert next day clearing a lot etc etc.. I've seen some good operators in my day, most were big crane operators....Been around guys with backhoes and dozers.. BUT, your one of the best i've had the pleasure to watch...I'm sure your Clients and soon to be clients know this... I just #HOPE you take time for #You & the #Family all work and no play-----> I think you know the rest..LOL...I'm just glad you share your work in #UA-camLand.. Because i'll keep watchin....#StayWell #StaySafe
[15:04] My brain played tricks on me thinking "That new culvert won't be as big," until you actually took out the old one and put the new one in the original spot and I'm like; "Is my mind messing with me?" It's crazy how our brains can make us perceive illusions when really, it's our eyes😄Great work, bud'! 😀
Nice boots!! Love the longer videos.....some of the other youtube videos i watch on a regular basis are not long enough.....but you do alot of long ones!! great work
You are just too much, I really love your channel, the thing I like most is you get your point across with few words, and you get a ton of views , I'll try to get you some more.
The creek should've had a bigger culvert from the start. Creek is flowing nicely now, especially after removing and using the rocks. Also, those are some spiffy boots. Look really nice.
Really enjoy your work. Rented a mini-ex for a month, to clean things up around my place. Started as a weekly rental, but the monthly is only twice the price of a single week.
Finally got the leaf springs for my truck today. Kinda suprised it was a Sunday delivery, but glad there here. Now I just need my diff gasket stuff and I can start putting little brittle back together. Really need to get the tint redone and have a decal made for the back glass that says little brittle.
When setting culvert pipes, should they be set so the normal flow of water is just at the bottom so when the water rises it has the wider midsection of pipe for flow or should the normal flow be set closer to mid way so it always has the widest section?
Looking fancy for a culvert job. But to prevent flooding is a noble calling. Stay well, stay safe, and please stay on You Tube. Excavator fans need you.
Chris: Kept waiting for you to use the compacting attachment in a 'hammer mode' instead of trying to roll it only about 1' on that dirt around the pipe. Great videos. I look fwd to every one each day.
A lot of these guys on other sites sure could learn so from watching you my friend, I could name a few but I imagine you would know the ones if you get the chance to watch a few! lol you’re #1 brother! 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I have watched countless hours of your videos since I discovered your channel earlier this week. I have to say my main takeaway is that life (seemingly for everyone, going by how varied your clients are) in eastern NC really seems to be a constant battle against the true enemy: water. ;-)
Wow new boots and jeans 👖. Now all that needs to happen is for John to change the style of shirt he wears and we won't know who we're watching 👀. Lol👍👍
Chris, you’re the best I’ve ever seen with all your equipment and tools......like a gifted surgeon..... Truly enjoy watching your videos daily..... Thank you..!!
You're only sayin that cause it's true
You beat me to it. When I was a kid and my dad was trying to teach me how to do something, sometimes he would say 'maybe a little bit less like butchery, and more like surgery'. Chris is the dirt surgeon.
@@dogbucket Wise words from a father...It doesn't matter what the profession is, finesse comes with being consistent in taking pride and care in whatever task you choose to do in life. Everybody is good at something, some are just more talented than others.
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@@epilepsysoda6824 Lol ..Ehhh I did this before and I found that when it doesn't fit you get a bigger hammer...
Andrew as a surgeon, "Nurse give me two zip ties and a soldering gun, we have a bleeder here..
I like to watch Chris’s videos before working on my home projects. Watching a skilled professional motivates me match the detail he puts into each project.
For working guy/gal clothes and footwear, can't think of a better channel Ariat could pick to sponsor. letsdig18 ROCKS.....literally......😛🤗😎👍❤️️
Hi Chris,WOW man, you upload so many video's in great quality doing a great job, awesome!!!
stay healthy & safe!!!👍👍👍
True I don't get around to watching every one but enjoy them when I do
New boots and jeans, gonna impress the Doosan Lady on Monday... !!!!!
LOL . I was gonna say that but she should be impressed by his work and machinery
Yea you right, lmaoooo I dint even think about that, so that’s why he got the new boots and pants. Lmaoooo
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Good job Chris. I was a little surprised your dam held up so well because it was just mud and rocks. But when you went back to it, it was holding up really well and was quite full. Shows why you're running the machine & I'm watching it on UA-cam! lol!
I’m a driver for ADS, nice to see the product installed
Very nice!
That's a excellent job and it looks BEAUTIFUL, i love seeing water runing💝💝💝
Funny how they had the little pipe in there ! Good thing you came along ! 🤗
I think it is a video of Chris making this pass from the beginning. So i think this were a kind of backwork for him.
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I can tell that there is no shortage of jobs for you. You do great work Chris. You're definitely a role model for young people. I hope they are watching you so that you can instill a good work ethic in them.
Ariat has been my go to work boot for many years.. currently have 3 pair, most comfortable boots I've ever worn.
Like a Glove Man !!, Shot right on threw there as it should, another one in the books , job very well done !! Have a Great Evening Chris....On too the Next !!
Looking good Chris, now you just need a jean shirt and jean jacket and you have yourself a Canadian Tuxedo.
Really nice job, using the available creek rocks for dressing/rip-rap and reusing the road dressing to save money for your customer gave me a new found respect for you :) Well done Sir !
I really enjoy the way you use the machine it is part of you. The bucket can twist and turn any way you need it to and you pay attention to the details that gets the job done right.
Lookin spiffy. 😁 Nice touch putting a camera on the down side. I was thinkin, "I'd sure like to see the drain". And BAM! there it was.
Amazing. Well done sir. Those customers have made a wise choice employing your services. Bad luck for those who don't. I so enjoyed watching your skills on this one.
CHRIS YOUR THE KING OF CONSTRUCTION BEAUTIFUL JOB AS USUAL
It was relaxing after all your hard work to watch the water flow through the new culvert while you were working on the other side. Thanks.
Loved this so enjoyed watching your skill. I watch Post10 on UA-cam who clears up culverts after beavers block them and he often tells you about undersized or misaligned ones. Now I can understand better what he is saying. Thank you
Chris, I enjoy how you methodically go at the job ending up with as you call it a "pretty" finish.
Chris ambitious and hard working man!
Like the little mach. I have been doing this kinda work since 1967. You never Never start to fill in a pipe from the sides. You Always -----you hold the pipe down while filling from top. Always Try it!!!! Filling from sides leaves voids that can leak later. Rain down from top fills as you go... But you gotta hold it down. Your pipe picked up an inch or so. That leaves a part of Non-Compacted fill
Another fine job, and what a nice little creek to have on one’s property to explore.
This is fantastic, i have never seen a mini sheep foot. Or whatever it is called. It does a great job. Chris as usual you are the man.
Always like the weekend projects. Amazing the ideas you come up with when it’s only you. Liked how you set the pipe.
I would love to see that new culvert operating under a heavy rain - very cool!
I really enjoy this type of jobs. You work so efficiently with that mini and seem to know what the next move is to minimize the work to be done. Great job.
Nice job Chris. I bought a brand new VIO-55-6A ( new red color) last summer and had the extra counterweight added. It took a few weeks to come in so I used it quite a bit without the counterweight. After the weight was added it made a big difference when using a 4 foot bucket. It added 4 inches to the swing clearance.
I was wondering how much of a difference it made. thats good to know
@@letsdig18 I am very happy with the machine. I upgraded from a very nice John Deere 35D. The counterweight was $2600.00 but it really stabilizes the machine when reaching out with the 4 foot bucket full of wet gravel.
Last Fall I manually dug a 13' hole to accept a 12' deep, 2' diameter culvert pipe as a huge external sump pump well casing. It took two months of nearly daily sweaty labor. Not only did I have to dig enough for the actual hole, I needed to terrace for manual dirt hauling out, access, and room to swing a mattock and spade shovel.
The effort would have only taken a couple of days with a backhoe. But then, neighbors and friends wouldn't have been so impressed either... ;-)
I'm envious of your toys!
I have seen everyone of your videos of the last two years, you really do great work! Thanks for taking the time to share it with us.
Great job as usual. You are more accurate with the bucket than I am with a hand shovel. :-)
Ariat Rebar boots are awesome. Straight out of the box and on your feet already broke in.
I am digging them boots.
I have a pair of Justin steel toe and Ariat with oil resistant soles. Great for these working conditions.
Came across your channel searching for info on my Komatsu rig. Brought me to tears how much your attitude and manners remind me of my adopted Brother and best friend Jack Causey Jr of Musella Ga . We would argue like brats who gets to run what. Couple of equipment junkies. God Bless you and Keep showing em how its done!👍👊😎
All your machines always look so clean..... a good workman always looks after his tools
Chris has blown his annual clothing budget in one go this year. New boots and jeans, what extravagance. He must be making a fortune this year.
I only go shopping about once every 2-3 years lol
That mini has served you well!
The way he snuck in the Ariat Advertisement was sooo smooth. It took me 10 minutes to realise that they sponsored him lol.
Good morning Chris from the UK, It never ceases to amaze how much work you get done in a day ! You are a true professional and workaholic ,bet you feel a lot happier now you are 95% finished at the new vet place that's been taking about six months. The excavator rescue video was a blinder for you - over 6.8m views...well done.
You could never dig in the creek like that here in California let's be nice not to have to worry about that. Damn good work
It's been along winter I keep losing track of what day it is. I've got to look ànd see what truck Chris is driving and then I can at least tell if it's the weekend or not. Soon I'll be able to Play in the dirt myself and problem will be solved. LoL
These videos remind me of my Grandfather when we use to dig post holes ,He would tell us in uncertain terms, Hey boy what comes out of a hole must go back in it other wise the post is loose and your not ramming the dirt in properly,Your a great operator and worker love your videos,
And looking fine as frog hair and not half as fluffy. That looks great Chris have to say your the man with that equipment it is fun to watch you work a job. Please Take Care and allways watch your self around all equipment big or small.
Installed 60’ of 48” pipe a few years ago with a string level and a wore out Bobcat E20 mini. Would never have attempted if I hadn’t watched and studied so many of your videos. Thanks
The rain you never seem to have a shortage of also creates these kinds of jobs . Wish i was living in a part of the world where there simply is no shortage of rain. Great job
Ariat boots are hands-down my favorites. Super comfy, and last longer than any of my other boots.
I could watch you for hours! When I was a kid long time ago 13 yrs old I used to play with HD 9 Dozers & Buro Crane & any thing else that was on Tracks! my DAD was a Master Mechanic for the RR and use to take me to work in the summer. age here is 81 gave up my CDL 3 years ago. Bad heart. 73 Bill
The quality of your work keeps your Uncle John in business and your weekend business busy. You got the formula for success. I predict you ll retire a rich and satisfying man.
Be careful what you wish for... For years as I sat on a machine in the cool (or hot) air in God's country, I wished I could be in a warm office (or cool)...Now as I sit here at my desk in an office watching these videos wishing I was back in the great outdoors. I enjoy your videos.
Not bad for a rookie ha ha. Great job Chris. Stay healthy and safe from Alberta Canada 🇨🇦
I run a small Kabota front end loader/backhoe on occasion for my bro in law's plumbing company and watch your vids for tips! We're looking to add a small trackhoe to the plumbing company for the versatility I've seen on your channel! Great job! I wish you offered a "mentorship" so I could come work for you for a week or two and learn some tricks in my retirement!
Nice job. You make it look simple to do. Enjoy your working videos. Greeting from Dublin Ireland bless you.
Cool work! I miss your comments it is always cool when you speak at the diging! 👌👍
The owner watch you do a top job.
You listen to the hydraulics and you can tell, that you are right at maximum pressure.
Chris you never mess around. You do the job looking better than ever. Where others be still standing figuring it out. 👍🇺🇸
thanks chris for entertaining all of us, never get tired of watching, always something new
On to the next!! Great work Chris
Great job of removing tube without damaging it. Really a challenge with the rocks! It will definitely live to be reset another day.
I'm laughing at the guy sitting there for no help with Chris!👍🏻🤣👍🏻🤣
I can see why your always so busy..One day a Culvert next day clearing a lot etc etc..
I've seen some good operators in my day, most were big crane operators....Been around guys with backhoes and dozers..
BUT, your one of the best i've had the pleasure to watch...I'm sure your Clients and soon to be clients know this...
I just #HOPE you take time for #You & the #Family all work and no play-----> I think you know the rest..LOL...I'm just glad you share your work in #UA-camLand..
Because i'll keep watchin....#StayWell #StaySafe
Hardest working man in the business.
Your experience shows, brother. You are so efficient on that thing!
Nice, I think the culverts are probably my favorite type of job.
[15:04] My brain played tricks on me thinking "That new culvert won't be as big," until you actually took out the old one and put the new one in the original spot and I'm like; "Is my mind messing with me?" It's crazy how our brains can make us perceive illusions when really, it's our eyes😄Great work, bud'! 😀
Excellent job replacing that culvert! Enjoyed watching a real Pro at work. Best wishes.
Nice boots!! Love the longer videos.....some of the other youtube videos i watch on a regular basis are not long enough.....but you do alot of long ones!! great work
Chris another quality job and video. Thanks for sharing. Kevin
New boots and jeans!!! Aye-ya-ya! Looking good!😜😍😍
You are just too much, I really love your channel, the thing I like most is you get your point across with few words, and you get a ton of views , I'll try to get you some more.
great idea to use that useless island for the temporary dam! shows how smart the operator really is. WELL DONE!
I was waiting for a homemade sail boat to come through the calvert.
Haha! Now that would be funny
Love the channel. Best operator I've ever seen. To my forester eyes; no way that pipes big enough.
Very impressive on your finesse and video creation. You are definitely a master in your craft
The creek should've had a bigger culvert from the start. Creek is flowing nicely now, especially after removing and using the rocks. Also, those are some spiffy boots. Look really nice.
I have been dealing with a muscle problem called Dystonia and Your videos inspire me to work harder everyday!!👍👍
Thank you for the educational video as always. i will be tackling a similiar project and now i have more confidence to do it right.
Really enjoy your work. Rented a mini-ex for a month, to clean things up around my place. Started as a weekly rental, but the monthly is only twice the price of a single week.
Chris they say if u love doing a particular type of work. You will be good at it. And you certainly are precise on all ur jobs. Stay safe great vids.
I used to wear Red Wing & then switched to (American Made)Keen. I like the slip on boots, but they are hell on my ankles. Keep up the good work.
You’re an artist with that machine, well done - thanks for posting!
Dual wall Corrugated...my favorite pipe.
New work Duds . Letsdig18GQ you go Young Man.
so simple a procedure, yet so interesting to watch.
Finally got the leaf springs for my truck today. Kinda suprised it was a Sunday delivery, but glad there here. Now I just need my diff gasket stuff and I can start putting little brittle back together. Really need to get the tint redone and have a decal made for the back glass that says little brittle.
When setting culvert pipes, should they be set so the normal flow of water is just at the bottom so when the water rises it has the wider midsection of pipe for flow or should the normal flow be set closer to mid way so it always has the widest section?
It is recommended that 10% of the diameter of the pipe be set below the bottom of the stream channel.
Go Chris you the man. Great Jo's as always brother !
Looking fancy for a culvert job. But to prevent flooding is a noble calling.
Stay well, stay safe, and please stay on You Tube. Excavator fans need you.
I truly enjoy your videos and your witty comments 🤣🤣
Chris: Kept waiting for you to use the compacting attachment in a 'hammer mode' instead of trying to roll it only about 1' on that dirt around the pipe. Great videos. I look fwd to every one each day.
You the best operator I have ever seen wish you was in west Tennessee.
A lot of these guys on other sites sure could learn so from watching you my friend, I could name a few but I imagine you would know the ones if you get the chance to watch a few! lol you’re #1 brother! 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻
This almost looks like he is redoing another youtubers work..
I got a piece like this Culvert and cut it into 3 feet sections. Makes great planters! And one I use for kitchen scraps for auto compost bin.
Rodger from Michigan you are the true rage against the machine guy !
Those are some mighty fine new boots ya got there!! :)
I have watched countless hours of your videos since I discovered your channel earlier this week. I have to say my main takeaway is that life (seemingly for everyone, going by how varied your clients are) in eastern NC really seems to be a constant battle against the true enemy: water. ;-)
Wow new boots and jeans 👖. Now all that needs to happen is for John to change the style of shirt he wears and we won't know who we're watching 👀. Lol👍👍
LD18= 👍when starting the video. Certainly a good idea and thank you for being a great worker Sir!
Your new boots and jeans look great!
How much cover is needed for those pipes? I doesn't look like a lot of dirt on top. Whats the max weight they can hold?
Beautiful work, Chris! That Yanmar is a very versatile machine :)
Plus we get a longer video. If he used the 220 it would only be 10 minutes!
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How are the Yanmar track loaders? Dont see to many around.
PHAD good to see ya here !!!! Love the channel 👍
Beautiful road through the trees