Another Buried Excavator To Recover!

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@george8873 Жыл бұрын

Difference between this excavator rescue and that other badly buried one in the pond dredge job is this guy knew he was in over his head and asked for help. Well done Chris.

@Skorpychan Жыл бұрын

The pond one was in over his head. This one was just in over his tracks.

@sagaciousalso5026 Жыл бұрын

Lesson 1: When in a hole, stop digging!

@jimdaly5077 Жыл бұрын

Short & sweet.🌞🐝

@deanreinke1148 Жыл бұрын

Just send the bill!

@javabill Жыл бұрын

props to that guy for putting pride aside & knowing when to ask for help. could have easily gone the way the pond dredge did. at least he'll learn from this. (& from one of the best)

@MichaelJones1527 Жыл бұрын

When you know an excavator like the back of your hand, the operation doesn't look too hard, but for the inexperienced operator, it can be a nightmare. Something to be said for someone that has been raised in the construction field. Great work Chris.

@karlhrdylicka Жыл бұрын

Tools Trucks. That's the big difference between those drive a machine and those that can operate one .

@gabrielaston3374 Жыл бұрын

Chris: making it look easy

@georgeway2092 Жыл бұрын

i think wee can agree with your statement for anything we chose to tackle .......

@damienconlisk8725 Жыл бұрын

Well done Chris,,, and also kudos to the guy that got it stuck but was man enough to admit his limits others would have kept going deeper and deeper down with their pride until no amount of Chris knowhow would have helped so well done both of ye, respect

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

I love how this video highlights the versatility of excavators in various construction projects.

@nmhbrooklands Жыл бұрын

Love these digger rescue videos, adds a bit of variety!

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

I had no idea excavators could be used for so many different tasks until I watched this video.

@georgiapatriot4575 Жыл бұрын

Nice that he called for help BEFORE the engine intake was under water (mud). You make it look easy, but I know it takes a lot of experience to assess the "feel" of how it's stuck and what you need to do to free it.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

I could watch this video of excavators all day, it's just so mesmerizing.

@patrickcolahan7499 Жыл бұрын

This is where experience comes in. I am sure that you have had your times when you started as well, but time is the best teacher. Thanks for sharing.

@t-yoonit Жыл бұрын

The sign of a good operator is knowing your limits. Yes, he got stuck, but he called for help when he knew he was beyond his capabilities and before making it worse than it already was.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

I am impressed with how the video explains the different types of excavators and their uses.

@terryrogers1025 Жыл бұрын

Nice save, I will bet it was greatly appreciated, this what experience does for you and speaks well of that young man to call you for help instead of getting even deeper into it like the one you dug out a few years ago that buried so deep you almost had to dig the door out to get the door to open. Speaks well of you young man, being willing to help. Thanks for the ride along sir.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

This video showcases the power and capabilities of excavators so well

@woods-garage Жыл бұрын

I like the in-cab angle in this video. I can see both joysticks and the action of the foot pedals through the hand controls. Good training for getting yourself unstuck. Thanks

@richardherring8220 Жыл бұрын

Chris, sometimes your expertise and experience never cease to amaze me, when you make a somewhat impossible looking situation seem so simple, years of experience often pays big dividends !! Good job, man !!

@richardherring8220 Жыл бұрын

@m m, careful don't drool on yourself, be sure to wear a bib !! LOL

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

The production value of this excavator video is top-notch.

@glennrickett6400 9 ай бұрын

I had a boss years ago who said " Its not what you do, its what you know how to to do". R.I.P. Vern

@TruckerChick Жыл бұрын

It's a good thing this young man realized he was in over his head and called for help. A lot of folks would just keep spinnin the damn thing and burying it worse. Thankfully Chris has the experience and skill to help him. Good job to both of you guys. Keep your head up young man, nothing wrong with asking for help and learning a thing or two from a pro.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

Watching this excavator video has given me a new appreciation for the hard work construction workers do.

@Maximusprimeatyahoo Жыл бұрын

There's nothing like a good friend that knows what he's doing.

@gdismine01 Жыл бұрын

Chris almost made it look easy.

@oldjarhead1125 Жыл бұрын

@@gdismine01 ALMOST? I thought he did make it look easy.

@jamesweir2943 Жыл бұрын

especially when you don’t lol.

@adavazquez6912 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely, especially is that friend is Chris, God bless him😇

@jaquigreenlees Жыл бұрын

I just wonder if the was where Chris' Hitachi went when he sold it.

@darinhassett4708 Жыл бұрын

I like the part where Chris talks with the operator and explains how in the future he can maneuver easier and safer in the mud with the matt placement. Good job Chris that shows that you care about passing knowledge on to others.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

The footage in this video of excavators in action is just so satisfying to watch.

@Vickie-Bligh Жыл бұрын

The excavator whisperer is at it again! The owner was sure correct saying "An expert like you should get it out in a few minutes". About 5 total. That was one giant sticky mudhole. Thanks for sharing. It's fun watching you save others' bacon.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

This video shows that excavators are more than just heavy machinery, they are essential tools for construction.

@benchipley Жыл бұрын

I'm surprised that Hitachi didn't jump out of the mud when it saw Chris/letsdig18 coming after it!! 😅 Good job!

@davecoombs6060 Жыл бұрын

Too easy, you have recovered way worse machines out of the mud, great job!👊💪

@jeffparker3334 Жыл бұрын

Unbelievable. That young man was smiling on the outside and dying on the inside watching you just drive it out. I’m sure he appreciates the skills, experience and a lesson from the Master. You’re a great person Chris.

@mariemccann5895 Жыл бұрын

I don't think he was egotistical at all, I bet he was thankful he chose to get help when he did.

@victorhorace8467 Жыл бұрын

I love Chris’s recovery videos. He makes it look effortless.

@koda7820 Жыл бұрын

When you do something enough you gotta get better at it 😉

@karlhrdylicka Жыл бұрын

@@koda7820 ,Not what my wife says since the hydraulic pressure is dropping due to old age.

@koda7820 Жыл бұрын

@ Christopher C. lookup horny goat weed, that might fix your problem.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

This video is a great resource for anyone who wants to learn more about excavators.

@dennisjohnstone4739 Жыл бұрын

Amazing how easy it is when you know what you're doing. Experience can't be bought. Well done Chris and the other operator too for knowing when his ability was exceeded and being big enough to ask for help!

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

The way the camera follows the movements of the excavator in this video is so well done.

@nemo227 Жыл бұрын

That surprised even me. I though Chris would have MUCH more difficulty. He made it look almost easy. I've always been impressed with his knowledge and operational skills but much more impressed today. Nice job.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

The skill and precision it takes to operate an excavator is truly impressive.

@robertmccullough4822 Жыл бұрын

Operator Extraordinaire !!! Nicely Done Chris !!👏👏

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

This video really highlights how excavators make the job of construction workers easier and more efficient.

@radioace318la Жыл бұрын

didn't appear to be hard down. just a little finesse was required. excellent work.

@milosterwheeler2520 Жыл бұрын

Love how you make a solution to what looks like a major disaster seem so simple.

@milosterwheeler2520 Жыл бұрын

@m Get well soon.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

The way the video is edited and set to music really enhances the viewing experience.

@randycarpenter2914 Жыл бұрын

Nothing,like knowing how to do it from years of experience. Just a little knowledge is worth gold in that situation.

@babsyred9710 Жыл бұрын

Chris to the rescue.Never doubted for one minute you wouldn't do it lol

@karenheartoriginal3783 Жыл бұрын

Perfect! The asking for & receiving of help..and the humble expertise of the one who gave it.

@RobTuck1475 Жыл бұрын

Chris, one heck of a guy who knows his stuff but humble enough to help out when needed.

@kennykenlein4716 Жыл бұрын

Chris this is how I started watching you, about a year and a half ago I watched you dig out a rented excavator in a retention pond it was up to the top of the tracks and just sucked into the mud. You pulled up with you Volvo and some boards and a lot of patients and in no time you got it freed and you got another follower. Since then there’s not one I missed watching. You’re a good man with a great knowledge of your machines. Stay safe out there!

@ukbusman Жыл бұрын

Thats exactly how I found letsdig18 on that same video, now i'm an avid watcher too.

@Fix_It_Again_Tony Жыл бұрын

I just checked and that video has 20 million views now. The You Tube algorithm was smiling upon that one.

@cjjohnson1821 Жыл бұрын

@@Fix_It_Again_Tony Must have sent it to a whole lot of us.

@kimsapp1791 Жыл бұрын

That was the one that found me, also. I’ve been watching letsdig18, ever since.

@Vickie-Bligh Жыл бұрын

Yep. That rescue 'trapped' a bunch of us into being Letsdig fans. I too have watched with avid interest his abilities in machines. He's able to work them like a conductor works an orchestra and makes a symphony.

@jeremybell9113 Жыл бұрын

You should have made it look a little harder to get out🤣🤣🤣 a little to easy for the pro!

@stevelittle7390 Жыл бұрын

Bravo Chris! This shows why you’re the best!

@jonlennon3348 Жыл бұрын

You have to be one of the best operators in the USA period.I have been watching you for a long time and I appreciate skill.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

I love how this video captures the beauty and strength of excavators in their work.

@adriancarter825 Жыл бұрын

That machine saw you coming Chris and thought no point in resistance he will get me out 😂, well done chris .

@craigwavra3495 Жыл бұрын

Here comes another 18M views!!! Cool video!!

@dirkkorpershoek92 Жыл бұрын

It wasn’t that spectacular! But good video anyway 😁👍

@michaelreischman9429 Жыл бұрын

Years of Experience is a skill of the trade. Good work Criss.

@johnsmith-ub7vr Жыл бұрын

The excavator truly is a versatile machine in the hands of a good operator. Not much you can't do with one.

@tacoenvy Жыл бұрын

Yeah they truly are an incredible machine. Especially in the right hands.

@johnsmith-ub7vr Жыл бұрын

@@tacoenvy If I could only have one machine it would be a excavator.

@joopjansen9102 Жыл бұрын

The way you make it look simple is a true testament of your skills - well done! It's a good thing they stopped digging themselves in deeper and knew when to call in the expert.

@maryriser7836 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, I sink ours at least once a month! So I really needed to see a different method besides my lock chain around tree and pull technique because sometimes there isn't always a close enough tree.

@shitloveaduck Жыл бұрын

It appears no matter how ugly a mat looks, it’s a very great alternative to have around!! Haha. My only experience in an excavator is the last couple of weeks trying to steer some water that’s going over the top of my pond. It’s not a dammed up pond, but a hole in the ground with 3 springs that were uncovered when digging it. Instead of them letting water out, they filled the pond and now that we are getting good moisture, they are overfilling the pond. 1.75 acres of “holy sh*t” right now. It has created a marsh we don’t want so I am ditching it to a location that can be dammed up for a second pond. We are losing stocked trout over the edge where it’s flowing out. Once the dam is in place, next week hopefully, it will have a proper overflow that can control the water levels better and have a screen to keep the fish from being lost. They started hauling clay un today as soon as it stopped snowing!! Great contractor. He dug the pond and feels bad about the current situation l he could never have known,,,,. I don’t hold anyone responsible except Mother Nature,! I get a second pond that will now be shared with the neighbour!! He’s happy because it’s all my dime and he gets a nice fishing hole!! Hahaha. The new pond will be about 4 x 4.5 acres and 10 - 12 feet deep in most everywhere the pond will cover. There will now be a creek between the two that I have torn into the ground,,,, I certainly am not exactly “creating” the creek!! Haha. The contractor was impressed with what I did, but he did say it looks like a bomb or 2 went off there!! Haha. They will haul away the spoils and bring in some nice round river stone for the structure of the creek. It’s about 4 feet deep on average he guesses. I was maybe to the tops of the tracks in a few spots and nervous as h*ll!! But Chris videos helped me not panic. There’s a good gravel/clay bottom under topsoil. The pond went over costs by 30% and be ample 1.75 acres vs just 1 acre. Now the new pond will be about 7 acres with 4.5 being on the neighbour’s land! I felt horrible telling him the situation, but he is a great guy and just said we could do what needs to be done! The overflow will be on my property but 3/4 (approximately) of the dam will be on the neighbour’s land. I promised when we were done his land an portion of the pond will look natural. He is just happy he could spare the land! It costing me a small fortune, but life has been kind to me $$$ wise and I can afford it. Still hate that walk of shame to the neighbour’s front door seeing how they are going to react!!

@everestyeti Жыл бұрын

For the last couple of weeks Chris has been working in areas where the ground has been like rock, this guy comes along and finds a swamp. Nice one Chris, you make it look so easy.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

This video is a great reminder of the importance of excavators in building our communities.

@heatherlane9270 Жыл бұрын

It seemed easy getting unburied - that's where LetsDig18's many years of experience and intuition takes over.

@shitloveaduck Жыл бұрын

Intuition,, that’s the word I was looking for before!! 😂😂. Exactly.

@glennyoung9496 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris, for the kindness you always show to everyone that needs help.

@captainkirk1745 Жыл бұрын

It' GREAT when you have good help to call on when you need it. Hat's off to both of you!

@gethinjones1348 Жыл бұрын

Great job Chris, you made the job look effortless when I guess it a very difficult recovery for us mere mortals! 👍🏻

@robinredman5192 Жыл бұрын

Your years of experience and what you have learned over the years continue to amaze me. Your are a truly awesome operator. John here from the back-roads of Northeastern Tennessee.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

After watching this video, I have a newfound respect for the hard work that goes into operating an excavator.

@roberta4989 Жыл бұрын

That was kool! So much experience and skill you showed. I always wanted to operate an excavator. As a kid I played with toy trucks all day in my backyard dirt pile. Today, even though I am old and retired, I swear I saw you get that excavator out of the mud in my dirt pile. Thanks for coming by to play!

@williamfenner9915 Жыл бұрын

Chris is the greatest guy who is able to get these machines out of the muddest places. He does not even need a huge wrecker for assistance. I hope that you will get a lunch break or dinner for getting it out.

@TudaTenTv Жыл бұрын

I am so glad I stumbled upon this video about excavators, it's truly fascinating.

@johnbeck9997 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Good you could bail him out. Been in similar situations, but on his side.Great Job.

@dennismalcolm6620 Жыл бұрын

So good to see some one asked for help and you were able to come to the rescue!!!!.Good job Chris 😀.

@debc2596 Жыл бұрын

I have watched your channel for a couple of years now and it still amazes me how you make the hardest situation look so easy. You have a finesse about how you operate the Excavator and Dozers that I have ever seen. Can’t wait for the next pond dreg.

@donaldtrabeaux5235 Жыл бұрын

Let’s dig 18 recovery 👍👍👍

@Gotblade Жыл бұрын

That was impressive and something good for the other operator to consider!

@ukbusman Жыл бұрын

I bet he learnt a thing or 3 from Chris watching how it's done.

@Gotblade Жыл бұрын

@@ukbusman Chris is a good example in a lot of ways.

@donnaflanagan6612 Жыл бұрын

Looked easy, however that’s what experience does. Excellent recovery Chris, & good on the owner for putting his hand up for help. “Who you gonna call?”😊 Take care & cheers 🐨🦘🥰

@markmaul4525 Жыл бұрын

Chris you make it look so simple yet amazing. And yes I do think that he could of left the key in it nobody was going to get it but you!!!!

@stevedunford7632 Жыл бұрын

Naughty, naughty you know better than starting the day without greasing everything and checking the levels!!!!! Nicely done. I'm sure I could here the guy swearing under his breath as you, (in his eyes) simply climbed in and drove it out.

@shisholy7828 Жыл бұрын

Way to go Chris. What a Champ.💪 I think you really made that guys day. Love it.🥰

@shitloveaduck Жыл бұрын

Can you imagine how that guy felt when he walked away? He was tallying the cost of trucking in another excavator, paying for that excavator’s use and another operator,,,,, cha ching, $$$. Fortunately Chris fixed it in a few minutes and the weight of the world came off of his shoulders!! Great he stopped and tapped out when he knew he was in too deep (literally). Seemed a nice guy too.

@julianearl5026 Жыл бұрын

Kudos to the guy who got it stuck ... he didn't dig it in too far and knew he needed help so asked for it ... takes real courage to ask for help ... add to that - there were no gloating, no boasting, no accusations, no heroics ... Chris just applied the knowledge and got on with it . Well done to both guys 👍👍👍👍👍 ...

@tomrogers9467 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been in a situation like this as an operator. The stress starts to impair your ability to make good decisions. I realized that and called in help. When you’re not stressed out, you can work much better. New guy walked the machine out. Fun times.

@haroldhawkins9370 Жыл бұрын

Chris I'll hand that one to you, you made that look easy. Well done.

@thatdave86 Жыл бұрын

That's not a challenge for Chris ,😀best thing is he doesn't have to clean it lol. At least the guy asked for help ,rather than keep burying it even more ,good result,and the machine can keep working . I think when Chris would need to wear waders , it would be deemed Stuck 🤗

@trickstothetrades1801 Жыл бұрын

That wasn’t stuck it was just parked there 😂 at least for Chris anyway. Thanks to watching Chris i have been able to do some interesting things with an excavator 👍

@IHcubcadet Жыл бұрын

Nicely done. There is no replacement for experience. You Sir are an excellent operator.

@mikewebb8456 Жыл бұрын

You made that look too easy !!!! Experience and knowledge pay off every job you do.. 👍 Thanks

@donnamullins2089 Жыл бұрын

Once again Chris to the rescue. You are truly Amazing. Such a gentleman just helping a fellow worker out of a jam. Love video inside the cab. Thanks again Chris.

@tjjewell4115 Жыл бұрын

Chris, you are truly an Amazing Excavator Operator and you make it look so easy, congratulations on another save.

@colinwallace5286 Жыл бұрын

The fact that the tracks are the only thing UNDER surface level just shows that someone knew well enough to quit while ahead. A guy feels a bit silly when it comes out like that, but at least you weren’t standing watching the exhaust blowing bubbles.

@edpoints1127 Жыл бұрын

These videos are absolutely the best! I do appreciate all of your other stuff, don't take that the wrong way. Your operating skills are outstanding, but you've got to admit some of these make you reach into you bag of tricks... as most odd problems tend to do to the best of us. Same with carpentry, plumbing, concrete, farming etc... When shmitt hits the fan, usually only experience prevails💪🏻😎.

@bones2610 Жыл бұрын

That was good of you to help the poor guy out. He found the pucker power on that one.

@ConstructionMachineryChannel Жыл бұрын

I don't watch every video anymore but these recovery ones I like from start to finish.

@timothypirnat3754 Жыл бұрын

Every time you do that Chris, it is just amazing. You have a special talent with excavators.

@dansbrown1313 Жыл бұрын

You're an awesome friend Chris, made it look easy.

@rickallen9382 Жыл бұрын

With skill it drives out . More proof that you are the master. Good video Chris

@darrengreen7906 Жыл бұрын

It was only last week I was thinking it has been awhile since you rescuedan excavator...and the universe must have heard me. Nice one.

@williamdavis922 Жыл бұрын

That's what separates experience from inexperience!! Nice job as always!!

@peadenl Жыл бұрын

You made that look easy. Asking for help was a good idea for sure.

@donaldcason163 Жыл бұрын

Another great rescue to your list. Enjoyed the way you can make things look so easy Chris. 👍😎🇺🇲

@dwaynekennedy3554 Жыл бұрын

No replacement for years of seat time!

@fulltiltgrading8366 Жыл бұрын

Nothing compared to the last one…. Thank god! Nice job Chris 👍🏻

@louGriggs1944 Жыл бұрын

Well, you made it look like he almost didn't have a problem there at all. I would have done the same thing he did. But I've seen you dredge ponds that were about that bad. Nice job.

@shitloveaduck Жыл бұрын

Nice comment!

@helenhelps9619 Жыл бұрын

Wow that was quick! You made it look easy. 👏👏👏

@IR-nq4qv Жыл бұрын

Hey Chris, no where as exciting as the last excavator recovery you did, that was epic and took YT by storm, it has now guarnerd over 20 million views. You make this stuff look easy.

@ronhanson9581 Жыл бұрын

Working in mud is terrifying to those of us who live in dry country. Awesome skill

@tomrogers9467 Жыл бұрын

Mud is Satan’s “Play Doh”.

@jafo9346 5 ай бұрын

I haven't seen this video In a year. It's certainly worth viewing multiple times. Chris, you are the man!

@kaboom4679 Жыл бұрын

Always amazing how bad these things can appear to be stuck , and , a good operator can still get them out .

@RadioactiveLobster Жыл бұрын

Thought I clicked on a Diesel Brothers video for a second. Glad you got it out.

@alansmith4734 Жыл бұрын

The excavator needs a good pressure wash now!

@Rogster559 Жыл бұрын

Good job Chris , there’s a time when wallowing in the mud is required to get the job done , you were lucky you had clear sky’s, at the moment here in Australia we are having the biggest floods seen in many years a bloke I know has 2 excavators he parked on the highest ground near where he was working last seen there was only about 4 ft of the booms sticking out of the water and still more rain to come all the best from Tasmania Australia 🇦🇺

@ricklane8357 Жыл бұрын

Wow Chris, this is incredible. You are the best, unbeaten 🙂

@tonepoem4438 Жыл бұрын

Another wild life rescue, good job Chris.

@longcaster Жыл бұрын

Stuck and skill have the same number of letters. Glad you got it out with skill. The other guy quit when he knew it was getting worse, the best choice he had.

@jimbeam2705 Жыл бұрын

Back 7 years ago I made a BIG PILE of undesirable material along Route 3 in Massachusetts just before entering New Hampshire. It was nasty stuff dug out of Boston and other areas where they wanted to build. I ran a 345 Cat and 750 LGP JD. I would literally carry 2,3 big Crane mats at a time up the slope so I could bail the material higher. When I moved I would have to fish for the mats ,some would be so tore apart that I left them. I never got stuck, and many times I wondered how I didn't. What a money making job that was for me.

@bullrun1 Жыл бұрын

Chris is an absolute master of his craft. Amazing every time.

@philipbrown1103 Жыл бұрын

i love these recovery vids, hope it doesn't happen but great viewing.

@grpcchurchnortonva.8024 Жыл бұрын

I liked when you said , you probably didn't have to take the keys out !!!! Lol !

@74stevedc Жыл бұрын

Just bought a excavator last month, been watching your channel for a little while. Just subbed, your a very talented operator. I got a few older friends that are in there 60's and been running excavators since they were in there teens. Also incredible operator's. I've learned quite a bit from your videos thanks for sharing your experiences.