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@gman82603 жыл бұрын
Not in a million years did I think a pond could be created out of that swampy mud pit. Then I remembered I was watching Chris and as usual a fantastic result. Just waiting for the final cleanup.
@randybourdon27913 жыл бұрын
Great job Chris, really cool watching the pond fill up so fast when you broke through the dam.
@robertrockwell75813 жыл бұрын
this sure looks a whole lot better than the swamp you started with. very nice. stay safe Chris.
@jennyoreilly59803 жыл бұрын
That Supper Scooper makes all other buckets look like teaspoons. A great investment as you said.
@Stratos531003 жыл бұрын
When i go to watch others doing Beaver dam removals, They look so wimpy......
@scottshort37183 жыл бұрын
It’s a joy watching you work! There aren’t many equipment operators in your class, I’m fortunate to know a few though. Equipment operators like you always, always made my job soooooooo much easier! Keep up the great work, you’re definitely top notch!!!
@DieselandIron3 жыл бұрын
It doesn't matter how many times you do it, every time you breach a dam it is ultra satisfying.
@curtbuettner73373 жыл бұрын
I love big SCOOPS, and I can not lie! This 66” bucket is totally fly!!! 😂😂👍🏻
@jeffbeck65013 жыл бұрын
Surprisingly enjoyable video. I love the inside the cab camera perspective. Very nicely done.
@kirk4673 жыл бұрын
The pond looks awesome Chris, you’re the Pond Doctor brother, there’s no doubt about it! I was worried at first when you entered the swamp, I’ve never seen you unconfident about anything job! You looked that way the first day and I said it’s no hill for a climber! Well you’re the best Hill Climber I’ve seen! Now the pond is looking freaking awesome because you’re such obstacle overcomes, that’s what brings me back every time to see you operate! YOURE THE POND DOCTOR! NO DOUBT! Thanks for sharing the experience with us! Chris,👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻 oh I love Winston too, he’s love’s breakfast with his Daddy! Y’all are so cool, y’all stay safe my friend! I love when you cut the water loose! 👍🏻👍🏻
@reedburke77623 жыл бұрын
There is something about the “Volvo drone” and a friendly voice that just relaxes me!
@evergreenacres3 жыл бұрын
My wife watches this with me for the same reason.
@marksmith81633 жыл бұрын
Totally agree.
@masondugard75863 жыл бұрын
Makes me super sleepy for some reason. Can't sleep? Just watch letsdig18!
@jamesmelton37KS3 жыл бұрын
@Mason I’m the same way! I’ll turn on a video and lay in bed and that Volvo will put me 10-7 in about 10 minutes so long as he’s not digging rocks Lol it’s super hypnotic is the only thing I can figure
@reedburke77623 жыл бұрын
This works the same as ocean waves for me!
@delcasaleexcavating95083 жыл бұрын
Beautiful job !!! I did a pond about that size 6 year's ago and it was AWESOME breaching the dammed up part of the existing pond...equalized in about 30 min's..m
@johnnyholland87653 жыл бұрын
I am constantly amazed how you can dance around in the mud with all that iron and not get stuck...
@frankdavidson96753 жыл бұрын
i watch one video where back hoe had sunk up to the windshield it was slow going but it was raised and drove out
@willemstreutgers11543 жыл бұрын
@@frankdavidson9675 Have you seen this? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aaufkqqnqa20XZs.html
@Kanamit.3 жыл бұрын
@@frankdavidson9675 It's amazing how Chris can get other excavators unstuck. BTW, same last name J.D.
@melissadyche83253 жыл бұрын
😂 😂 yep he does dance around in the mud 😂 lol
@Ibkashma163 жыл бұрын
The water content would have to be very high. In which case its not stuck but it sunk.
@ntepup773 жыл бұрын
I found you so many years ago via a beaver dam video and never left! This was AWESOME!!! Thank you!!!!
@jonathan14273 жыл бұрын
Same here. It must be like 9 years!
@williamhighland48683 жыл бұрын
That is exactly how I found him
@makingithappen51783 жыл бұрын
I found him when he got lost with a dozer. It was an entertaining video.
@ntepup773 жыл бұрын
@@makingithappen5178 in the pine forest? If I remember right... 🤣😂
@makingithappen51783 жыл бұрын
@@ntepup77 It was very thin and narrow trees, I think.
@chosen1one9303 жыл бұрын
One of the few people who can turn a mud pie into something beautiful, once theres some grass. Great work as always
@bruceintas3 жыл бұрын
Nice work. I live in Tasmania (Australia) & when I get a dam (pond) done, I do it in summer & sow grass seed in the dam. as the dam fills the water stays crystal clear & if the source is fine, it's drinkable.
@mslorry34203 жыл бұрын
Does anyone else feel like your being sent to time out when he puts us on the tripod outside the cab and makes us watch from afar?
@pat36a3 жыл бұрын
I like the different angles, gives you more of a feel for the environment Chris is working in.
@Mephiston3 жыл бұрын
@@pat36a What I really want is the drone following him while he works so we can get a third person look.
@pat36a3 жыл бұрын
@@Mephiston I'd like to see what ends up on the cutting room floor.....
@richardwelch46533 жыл бұрын
He has to get the Volvo logo some airtime.
@Pegasus2093 жыл бұрын
It's a nice perspective that gives the viewers a chance to see just how much material that massive bucket moves. Besides, we get to see that custom-made thumb smack the hell out of the boom (34:43), which we would never have seen from the cab view! Probably best we didn't hear Chris' response...
@GARDENER423 жыл бұрын
What I'd give to have a few of those hardwood logs delivered to my back yard - run them through the bandsaw, set the slabs on stickers & in a year or three I'd have all the wood I need for all my projects...
@martinfarrell48563 жыл бұрын
yes better than burning them, not very eco friendly in this age of global warming
@sandrathomas20792 жыл бұрын
Love to watch you clear land. You do such a nice clean job ☺️
@winstonwong33263 жыл бұрын
That’s a lot of “mud pies”. Girl Scouts would have a field day!!! 👏👏👏👏
@roncyr29132 жыл бұрын
Since I started watching you, I must say that I love your videos. I am from Ottawa Canada and had never heard of these ponds you are digging everywhere. Got me to read up on it and now I better understand your work. It is relaxing and every morning always anxious to see your nest video. Thank you for your entertainment and you are a pro there is no doubt about it!! dont stop!!
@williamfindspeople43413 жыл бұрын
There's something very therapeutic about watching somebody dig with a digger.
@r1mein543 жыл бұрын
but so far I like watching Chris more than DirtPerfect and the others on YT
@Mephiston3 жыл бұрын
It plays to the human natural urge to make order out of chaos. It is turning a horrid sludgy mess into something nice and neat and ordered, and it is incredibly satisfying to watch.
@ryanh59723 жыл бұрын
@@r1mein54 Why compare the two, they both do what they do. I think they are friends so why bad mouth one or the other
@maxmacdonald71743 жыл бұрын
I did not know of DirtPerfect and the others until I watch letsdig18.
@FredFukkinBear3 жыл бұрын
@@ryanh5972 He's not "bad mouthing" anyone, just stating his preference to watch this channel.
@klrwhizkid27 күн бұрын
I really like how fluid you motions are; very little wasted time in getting things moved.
@josephnorton19963 жыл бұрын
Loving the timing man.... just sat down from work...
@Mephiston3 жыл бұрын
I get to wake up, have a coffee and some toast and watch. It really is the perfect timing.
@trebornesregrot3 жыл бұрын
Clean the yard ,take a shower, lie down and watch Lord Mud work ! If I had some cookies life would be perfect!
@maryschillinger29093 жыл бұрын
BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA MILK AND OREOS. THAT'S RIGHT.
@bobjoncas28143 жыл бұрын
...just in time for Spring playin' in the mud fun..lol..good job, stay safe...
@mikelhall3 жыл бұрын
I like how he takes the extra time to make his work look good.
@richardvernick42803 жыл бұрын
Chris. Man Oh Man you sure have a gift to see what has to be moved to build a pond. The lay blacks are a very integral part of the dirt moving. You and that big VOLVO make magic with dirt. Please Take Care of your self Plus Be Very Care Full around all Equipment.
@jimgraham47003 жыл бұрын
You operate so smoothly that it's relaxing to me!! Thanks for sharing your vids
@tranquilitybase64173 жыл бұрын
This is the ultimate ASMR. I’m happy he doesn’t use an obnoxious soundtrack.
@Stratos531003 жыл бұрын
Ive actually fallen asleep Multiple times here in my chair just watching, i prob wouldnt be a good operator of that at least.Exactly, i dont care for most Music with True outdoor enviroments like other channels.
@makingithappen51783 жыл бұрын
Exactly, I know other good diggers, who does not speak and who plays music instead.
@danielburd99893 жыл бұрын
Falling and snapping timber’s, the groaning of the Diesel engine and the clanking of tracks... Calm has nothing on this !!! Plus this is free...
@onewhitestone3 жыл бұрын
A man, his machine, a camera, talking to 489,000 people who he will never meet. Crazy man.
@melissadyche83253 жыл бұрын
Yep I agree with you he’s a little crazy but he’s a hard worker
@markbrown22963 жыл бұрын
Now it’s 499,000 even crazier.
@FREDDVAU3 жыл бұрын
@@markbrown2296 556,000 views now
@crandonborth Жыл бұрын
808,000 Views now 🤯
@SuEnRoD Жыл бұрын
628k now.
@george88733 жыл бұрын
There's something about seeing the water flowing after you broke the dam. It's soothing in a way.
@mr.pruitt123 жыл бұрын
Another good one! We’re lucky to have you guys so close by. Please consider doing our horse arena in Efland/Hboro. We’re ready!
@ntomnia5853 жыл бұрын
"As much as it costs, it better do something". Words to live by.
@dansbrown13133 жыл бұрын
That AMI equipment Chris uses was made exactly to the specs he ordered. You can't go online and buy that anywhere else, so I guess it was worth the money and will last for a long time.
@ricklane85543 жыл бұрын
Love burning brush, love playing with water too!! Fantabulous Chris :)
@DeniseLaFranceCDNpainter3 жыл бұрын
You did a great job! Really nice. There's a big part of you that's an artist. You take pride in your work and it shows. That's going to look beautiful when everything's growing around the edges. Great job! Really fun to watch.
@lindagreen11053 жыл бұрын
You have done a fantastic job. When it dries and grass grows back it will be beautiful.
@DB-yj1rp3 жыл бұрын
Roll roll roll the tree - gently thru the mud 😁 ... a real terraformer with extraordinary mud management skills 👍 ... suitable soundtrack: Muddy Waters 😁 -> greetings from Germany ✌️
@mailmanx693 жыл бұрын
I do not know much about big earth moving equipment, but I sure love your excavator. It is quiet, smooth and powerful. Add to that your perfect touch on the controls and everything just flows with such apparent ease. I love watching your channel. I sure learned a lot about pond construction from you!
@airsearch13 жыл бұрын
I love watching you work. I'm surprised that you are only going for about a quarter acre on the pond though.
@willemstreutgers11543 жыл бұрын
Over the years Chris has succesfully got the best equipment to work with so it's a joy for him everyday.
@lorenroberts30423 жыл бұрын
Many years ago my friend dug a pond and left a small island. It had a few trees and made a nice addition.
@davidholder32073 жыл бұрын
Nice job. You certainly know pond design.
@russellbrower70183 жыл бұрын
This was a relaxing project (for me). Thank YOU for sharing.
@cuthbertdingleberry23253 жыл бұрын
Just watched yesterday’s post. Damn! No flood. Refreshed alerts and BOOM.... Part 2, bring the flood.
@steveadams997083 жыл бұрын
That is a nice lookin' pond!
@robnewell61233 жыл бұрын
Man that grading bucket is the ticket! The incredible volume it holds, with the ability to fine grade at infinite angles. Hope your getting a cut on future sales for the design.
@mothersuperior67513 жыл бұрын
Not only do I love watching these videos. I want this job. It looks like fun, and it looks so satisfying.
@wilber.3 жыл бұрын
A 52 min video from Chris heck yes!
@jennifersaunders13023 жыл бұрын
Seem to be very vocal today 👍🏼🇺🇸 Chris on the pond clean up Chris 👍🏼🇺🇸 Jennifer 👍🏼🇭🇲 from Australia absolutely love the videos 👍🏼🇺🇸👍🏼🇭🇲
@charlesgregory99763 жыл бұрын
Now that was one full day of honest work. Thanks for letting come along with you . Can't wait for more , may need my lunch box. 😆
@michaelallen36673 жыл бұрын
Love the way you use that machine like it's part of you. You probably have a few years in the seat . Nice job
@mischef183 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this video bro. Safe travels up your way
@bigsidrealprisontalk91732 жыл бұрын
I love it when they flood the ponds
@geoff7383 жыл бұрын
They say he could pick a splinter out of your hand using his 360 😳
@poppypower19703 жыл бұрын
Loving the flag !!
@justinlarrabee79323 жыл бұрын
Did you see his stunt at sani with the balloon pop?
@williamd69673 жыл бұрын
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@bluetopazzz3 жыл бұрын
Yes, so extremely talented with his machines.
@ullmannone3 жыл бұрын
Or do dental work on my upper deck!
@lowtech55303 жыл бұрын
I worked 37 years in the natural gas pipeline industry. A lot of it was maintaining the pipeline ROW and excavating. This brings back memories. It takes steady hands to dig around a loaded pipeline. You sir could make the grade.
@drmautz3 жыл бұрын
Must be very satisfying work to transform a mess into a beautiful scene. Another job well done, Chris.
@DeniseLaFranceCDNpainter3 жыл бұрын
This is my new favorite channel to watch on KZfaq. He is a man with a plan. I like the purposeful digging of Mr Digging Man.
@shaneherman89063 жыл бұрын
The before and afters on this job will be awesome!! You turn an ugly chaos of a mess into a nice place to enjoy. Another job almost well done. Only because your not done yet. 👍💪
@LIFEISHARDSTUPID3 жыл бұрын
#letsdig18 man you literally took a messy mud hole and turned it into a beautiful pond. Nice work man. 🦅🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅
@Dan-ud8ob3 жыл бұрын
EXCALIBER.!! .this is going down as truly one of your best ..love your channel..letsdig18 for life
@billparrack86123 жыл бұрын
Are they stocking fish in the pond should put cover structor for fish a few piles of logs and sticks bundled up and anchor to the bottom would be great cover for them
@cyndikarp33683 жыл бұрын
Pond looking very good.
@123MORSE3 жыл бұрын
These videos have inspired me to dig a pond!
@adriancarter8253 жыл бұрын
That bucket kicks ass ,great job Chris , and the footage from the Volvo.
@scrappydappy28273 жыл бұрын
Beautiful job Mrs. K!!
@michaelfawver77833 жыл бұрын
Chris, as much as I love watching your videos, and love the AMI Equipment!! Yep here it comes, you got to do something with those hoses! Just looks like they get in the way! 👍
@kevinkenyon70453 жыл бұрын
Great video Chris. Thanks for sharing. Kevin
@craigwavra34953 жыл бұрын
Coming along very nice. Big difference from yesterday’s video. Enjoyed the video.
@Sidebranches3 жыл бұрын
I was digging a pond on the outside of my home town and found 4 coffee cans full of silver dollars. I didn’t think 🤔 I would find 💰 pay dirt.
@WillieMakeit3 жыл бұрын
Damnnnnnn nice find. Check the dates
@Sidebranches3 жыл бұрын
@@WillieMakeit that was 35 years ago lol
@michaelhill81973 жыл бұрын
As I have said before, CHRIS BRINGS TO MIND a surgeon with a diesel scalpel. A Master indeed.
@stellacatfish3 жыл бұрын
Watching someone else work never gets old. Great video !!👍
@MsRaidman3 жыл бұрын
That looks Amazing how the 2 ponds came together.you have your work cut out for you.when all that Mud is dried and hardened out is that gonna be strawed in and seeded Up for New grass To grow along the edge?
@jenniferbutcher83933 жыл бұрын
Waited all day for this moment...46:45. YES!! 😍 ❤
@Az7773 жыл бұрын
I just love watching you work :-)
@stephanrobinson40503 жыл бұрын
Nice pond
@wrenflyer3 жыл бұрын
Another amazing video, love the commentary, question I have is do these ponds ever end up with fish in them and how long does it take for the pond to settle down and the water clears.. Thanks again for a nice video. Matt UK
@BeytekinConstructionMachinery3 жыл бұрын
Next time set an little boat in the water. Would be a nice gimmick for the audience when the boat comes in with the flood. 😜
@World-as-i-c-it3 жыл бұрын
I do a lot of what you do with a dozer and backhoe, gotta admit i have excavator envy! Enjoy your videos, thanks for sharing them.
@paulbriggs80353 жыл бұрын
Geeze Chris you could have a side hustle there! Mud baths by Chris 2021. Lol, I've been diligently looking for a snake too.
@hiscifi29863 жыл бұрын
In UK we build our bonfires on the ground level, to let the air get at the fire. There again we mostly have green grass fields surrounding us, so no risk of setting a local forest on fire. You guys certainly like your Fire Pits.
@vhostovich3 жыл бұрын
Know I say it on every comment on your videos but it is unbelievable how much you accomplish every day! Would have been interesting to see how you got past the huge pile of mud behind you. : ) : ) : )
@Mephiston3 жыл бұрын
He's one of those very rare youtubers who actually gets stuff done, and it's always a pleasure to watch him go.
@michelechapman99743 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Love these videos!
@keithdunlap27013 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris, You got a lot of mud to hide !! lolol... Turning out pretty dang nice so far... Once you get it shaped up , I believe it's gonna look real nice !! Great as always Man... Have a Great Evening !! On too the next...
@backpages13 жыл бұрын
Watching that bucket dump all that mud reminded me of the south end of a northbound cow.
@thomasyerbey3373 жыл бұрын
Looks great Chris 🇺🇲
@kens.37293 жыл бұрын
Looks Like 👍 Fred Sanford would be Interested in the Pile of Junk next your truck and trailer.😬👍
@furlvr19613 жыл бұрын
Man oh man... I sure wish I had someone like you around to dig out my marsh into a pond.
@andrewcarnes17263 жыл бұрын
All that mud should make a good spot for a garden once it drys out
@timbow503 жыл бұрын
Man, I would love to come and play with those toys. Got to be fun
@ricksterling63223 жыл бұрын
Everyone take a drink every time he says grade!
@michaelmullins12903 жыл бұрын
That's a nice bucket. I'm thinking it's paying for itself. At least you can get good use out of it. It definitely moved some material.
@sveinnsigurbjornsson79633 жыл бұрын
I love your Vidieos allways fun to see this kind of work done :)
@MrMarb100s3 жыл бұрын
would be nice to see a before and after come summer when the grass is growing
@BSOFundin3 жыл бұрын
Just curious but do you recommend to bring in better material for the pond, such as the clay you have in other pond builds, or is it so cost prohibitive that it’s usually work with what you got for most customers? Perhaps for ponds of this size it doesn’t treaty matter or I am getting confused with what you have said makes a good pond dam vs just a normal pond edge.
@jeffbradley10873 жыл бұрын
What you call a grading bucket here in the land of Aussie we refer to them as mud buckets. Yes we do use them for grading and finishing work, but they are fantastic for moving lots of debris.
@deconteesawyer57583 жыл бұрын
That's going to be a mighty nice little pond for fishing once the guy gets a layer of old washing machines in for structure.
@kirk4673 жыл бұрын
AMAZING JOB BROTHER! 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@tomre27693 жыл бұрын
That is a good size thumb you got there. Never used thumbs, it looks real handy.
@homeatlaska3 жыл бұрын
I love your clean-up bucket, too.
@aday16373 жыл бұрын
At the risk of jinxing you...I'm going to mention this is one excellent job you did. Pro-quality all the way. Your vane of mud work has been perfected to a tee. I heard you touching on the edge of being overwhelmed when you started this...but to see the way it turned out must make you feel very satisfied.