Mini Excavator | Using the Auger for the 1st time

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2 жыл бұрын

We use our Chinese mini excavator and the auger for the 1st time. Changing the 40cm bucket for the auger motor and fit the hydraulic lines. Test the auger in the workshop and then head out to the field to start digging fence posts.
Ian & Julie are building their tiny homestead and soon to be starting the biggest project of their lives - a Passive House Container Home which will be totally off grid.
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@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

If you have any questions or have any suggestions, drop a message below ……..Be sure to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! It is the best way to support our channel ❤ Thanks for watching!

@bluecollardadventures2338 2 жыл бұрын

You may have already mentioned this in a different video - how much did you pay for the mini ex? I am very interested in getting one, havent decided between that and a Dingo - type machine.

@canadianobserver5552 2 жыл бұрын

Hi from 🇨🇦. Those controls are super sensitive..perhaps a fingertip touch as opposed to a grip might help ..the fingers and wrist have better motor control than shoulder and biceps..just touch the joysticks with the tips, and use finger instead of arm...🥂 At least until you get used to it.. another way I get used to the controls is to throttle down and play with it for a bit...doing light tasks...and throttle up according to load needs..just don't lug the diesel engine..you won't always need full throttle...Guage it accordingly ..and take advantage of the blade stabling..perhaps consider bolt on extension wings to widen it when needed...and when removing the auger from the hole, stop rotation first beforehand, it'll clear the hole better ..

@tombeltz2254 2 жыл бұрын

@Jp-gr2xw Жыл бұрын

On some of the mini diggers like that there is a lever to make the tracks wider to make it more stable when you are digger we have them in the UK you can move the tracks in and out when in you can fit threw a door way.

@1ROB82 2 жыл бұрын

Tiny machine but it sure beats the heck out of a shovel.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

For sure, my last house build was 20 years ago.....this time, I am investing in tools to save the withering body 😂

@arthurchen5576 2 жыл бұрын

@@HomesteadingUncontained 🤣🤣🤣

@sosocrazy1234 Жыл бұрын

I'm just looking for a reason to get one. 🤣

@ddayblue Жыл бұрын

I think the Mini Excavator Electric version will coming in 2 year 🤔

@rotormasher 2 жыл бұрын

Just a tip, keep the blade down on the ground to help with stability as you dig... Also this machines are great but very easy to tip over, always very careful with a low load/boom specially on uneven ground! Great tools that save the back tremendously, I have a bobcat and I love it :)

@okjd159 2 жыл бұрын

I would recommend a quick connector for the 3rd hydraulics for two reasons. 1) ease of installing hoses. 2) Keep from loosing hydraulic oil. Also get the rubber covers to keep them from rusting when not in use.

@siriustraveler7083 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed best money spent

@okjd159 2 жыл бұрын

@@siriustraveler7083 Your welcome!

@CarlosAlberto-ii1li 2 жыл бұрын

Losing too.

@bulletproofpepper2 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely right!! I did like that you tied the hose up, out of the way of the moving parts.

@Dirkxke Жыл бұрын

A quick release for the buckets and auger is money well spend to. No more messing with hammering out pins every time you want to switch. The controls of the machine will come by it's own when you use it.

@Grunt-pr7od 2 жыл бұрын

I bought the same thing of Facebook for twenty one dollars three years ago can't wait for it to get here!!!

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

I have to finish using it before I send it.😂

@tommykane4621 2 жыл бұрын

Haha, I got it....

@terryjobity43 2 жыл бұрын

I really like this,keep eyes on point for flaws, and reenforce early, like, welding aND tougher bolts and pins, hope you both enjoy for a long time.

@chapleaudick 2 жыл бұрын

A little advice for smooth operation. Try to use two hydraulics at the same time. If you only move one cylinder at a time it's too much force. If you use two it cuts the jerkiness. Try to move the boom and the jib at the same time.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

that makes sense, lots to practise.

@tegrity-farms9842 2 жыл бұрын

agree

@chrisallen6010 2 жыл бұрын

What a great tip

@timfagan816 2 жыл бұрын

Jib. He's not on a crane bro! Dipper, and stick!

@chapleaudick 2 жыл бұрын

@@timfagan816 Jib may have been wrong depending on where you live but a dipper? Its boom and stick if you want to really be proper.

@grahamwatts8836 2 жыл бұрын

I was brought up on a farm in the 1970’s these machine have come a long way since then, we used to run augers, and excavator buckets and front end shovels off a basic tractor, I am glad you are enjoy your new machine.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

I was originally going to get a back hoe for the Kubota but it would have worked out a similar price to the min excavator and now I can use the tractor to shift the dirt around while the other digs. Thanks for watching.

@alexanderpintado8883 2 жыл бұрын

That's a very lovely team work ever made to see in this world.

@marcv2648 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for documenting some of the caveats with these Chinese machines.

@oby-1607 2 жыл бұрын

Rocks are the bane of every auger going to dig a hole in the ground. Really glad to see this machine has this attachment and it is a real human saver. Our backs and muscles work enough just moving us around never mind abusing them to do work like digging and lifting heavy things.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

exactly, my shins are black and blue from my hand auger when it twists around and knocks me flying.

@everydaywithmenick 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job guys, you will soon be a pro with that machine in no time. I'm glad it works good. I kind of wish I got the full accessories package with mine, auger, breaker and many other buckets but like you said, the budget becomes crazy very quickly. Looking good though, will keep an eye out for the next upload 😁

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Nick 👍. First proper job tomorrow at my son’s house, digging a test hole for his septic tank.

@everydaywithmenick 2 жыл бұрын

@@HomesteadingUncontained I hope your going to take your camera with you. Remember, if its not recorded it didn't happen 😆

@MattOGormanSmith 2 жыл бұрын

It might be cheaper to invest in welding gear and fabricate them yourself. Andrew Camarata makes buckets all the time and I've seen several auger builds. A breaker would be a challenge from scratch but you could adapt a hand-operated jackhammer.

@cynzhero62 2 жыл бұрын

Quality entertainment !. Thanks again👍

@2wwwilly Жыл бұрын

Very handy for small homestead jobs..

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

And my house buidl👍

@georwoogle 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed watching!

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you - more to come for sure 👍🏻

@jaynouby 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely couple

@nuoman 2 жыл бұрын

This video is so detailed!！！

@danroberts9050 2 ай бұрын

Got the mini excavator (2 ton) and just ordered a ripper for taking out stumps. The auger is next on the list. I love this machine!!

@HomesteadingUncontained Ай бұрын

Did you get it from the same company - they are coming out to visit us in a few weeks.

@jasonzelda 2 жыл бұрын

you 2 are AWESOME !!

@tzerenny1 2 жыл бұрын

feeling sweet to watching this couple doing stuff like that at this age

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

not bad for 75 🤪

@finalgeneration66 Жыл бұрын

@@HomesteadingUncontained no way, no way, looks under 65

@gfromkalama8041 2 жыл бұрын

For the issue with the machine lifting, put your blade end opposite the force and lower it. It helps substantially. Good luck.

@hillscanlon2717 Жыл бұрын

Small but as long as it does the job, thanks for your valuable information.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching - it will do my build for sure and that was the reason to buy it. If it last longer then that is a bonus.

@paultansley8296 Ай бұрын

Thanks for this, I'm about to buy the same auger so really useful to see it working. I may even take the digger and auger to my french place too to do some work there 👍👍

@HomesteadingUncontained Ай бұрын

It is useful, just used it for our field gates, just make sure to put the hoses on the right way for the foot pedal (I didn't)

@cevikertan4030 Жыл бұрын

Beatiful family

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Thank you and thank you for watching.

@joelnickerson6739 Жыл бұрын

Looks like you know what you're doing Ian. Practice makes perfect my friend. Just be safe.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

I dug a trench yesterday and it was the first time I felt comfortable and it came naturally...just hope it carries on 😀

@user-vp1rt8vm6f Жыл бұрын

เยี่ยมค่ะ

@grandwonder5858 Жыл бұрын

Well, it does the job! That’s all that really matters! Congrats on a good tool!

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Cheers and exactly right. I am using it all the time now and it has saved me so much money in rentals and saved my aging back 😀

@philstreeter9703 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I would love to have this nice unit. Love your channel. Thanks for sharing.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Phil, thanks for taking the time to watch. 😀

@justme6275 Жыл бұрын

the little excavator makes working fun ; - )

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

It saves the back and big jobs become little.

@ChrisMcNeely Жыл бұрын

Legend buddy, thanks!

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

No problem 👍 Happy Christmas

@Firebird400 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on following your dreams!! Best of luck

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😀

@user-um3ym3cz5z Жыл бұрын

BRAVO👋👋👋👋👋👋 from algeria

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Merci 👍🏻

@briansweeney2291 Жыл бұрын

A bit of time you become an expert 👍😎

@peterburkey3740 Жыл бұрын

i love the little mini digger. my brother and I rent one just that size to dig water and sewer lines for rep,acement in town where clearances are tight. Just a little suggestion that ay or may not help Ramp up the engine RPM's so it will work more efficiently when you dig or drill holes. You may find that helpful. Have fun!

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Cheers Peter - I have been running it for 4 months now and it seems to be going well. I up the revs to a sweet spot that the machine likes. It is a great addition to the build site. Thanks for commenting. 👍🏻

@ericsebina256 2 жыл бұрын

Well done guys..try loading the digger backwards so that it doesnt scrape the ground..iam inspired.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

haha yes, I know, I ploughed up a mound and then drove on top of it. I will get it right in the end. Cheers. 👍🏻

@Jdjd12288 2 жыл бұрын

Great job mate what a great little machine just what you needed luv the end of the video 😂😂😂😂🇦🇺

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, we try and have a laugh 😂

@philbrown2270 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, great mini excavator, did you know that the blade when pushed down will lift the tracks up and will act like stabilizing feet, which you see on cranes etc. Also a little tip, if you raise the blade before driving off your trailer, it won't dig into the ground. Hope you have lots of good use with it. Thanks for sharing videos, cheers

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil - the blade does not raise to high. I have had a look to see if it can be modified. But I have practiced a lot getting it of the trailer and no dig in :)

@sweetsketch3 Жыл бұрын

Keep the widest bucket on when you go down trailer let the machine rest on the bucket on the way down (bucket on ground smooth side on ground) you can lift machine so scrapper won't dig you in.

@doughughes5107 2 жыл бұрын

Well done! Keep practising with the digger and create a maintenance schedule for it too.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Will do, ex navy so love a maintenance schedule. 😃

@ajinfrance 2 жыл бұрын

Top video, really interested to see how the "Cheap Chinese" as you put it, holds up. Seen them on the internet and always wondered if they would be any good. Also you are far too organised with those shelves in the garage 😀

@williammar2421 Жыл бұрын

Must have.

@landmark4928 2 жыл бұрын

You have a lovely spirited partner. great little machine thanks for sharing

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching 👍🏻

@shazbotic 2 жыл бұрын

Nicely done. ☺

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching 👍🏻

@clasic36 Жыл бұрын

I love hearing her laughter.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

I keep mistaking her for the chickens 🐓 🤣

@jonmackenzie8591 Жыл бұрын

As someone in the construction industry, I love to see new people getting used to the productivity of equipment. Most people underestimate how much they could get done with a little mechanical assistance. Good for you two. I didn't see any other videos that show where you bought this auger. I have a bobcat 418 and am very interested in adding this to my attachments list. Did you share that somewhere and I missed it?

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jon, I bought the auger with the machine so from Nuoman in China - it was an extra $380 and we will be using it a lot this summer as we have plenty of fencing to do.

@shironpathirana 2 ай бұрын

Last drilling scene so funny 😂 if aunty wud there then so much funny 😂😂👍

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 ай бұрын

😀

@bonasperry8747 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome machine,good luck with it. From somerset,massachusetts

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you - really appreciated.

@miscreant67 8 ай бұрын

Just a little hint on augering, a bit of water in the hole will help turn the dirt into a glue which will lift the stones out stuck to the auger. Great video guys, keep it up.

@HomesteadingUncontained 8 ай бұрын

We are coming up to the fencing project and now we have plenty of water we will try this - thanks for the tip 👍🏻

@user-xs5lg5bm8x Жыл бұрын

nice!!!

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

cheers 👍🏻

@jeffchien5725 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job !!!! keep up the work

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching - lots more to come 😀

@beretgascon Жыл бұрын

Was fun watching this, especially as we live near Miélan and I've been down that road many a time to vists my mate who lives in Ore. I'm jealous of your mini digger as I have a mare to redesign and I want to put swales on my land. But I think I'll have to hire one for now. But... there comes a point when it's actually more economical to buy and it looks like you have just the right one for the job(s)! Great stuff, bon courage and will come back and watch more of your adventures!

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Cheers François - it is going great and working it hard on our new build just up the road. We know Ore well so if you are passing by.

@gene80shits 2 жыл бұрын

first view...what a lovely couple.

@AGRIMOVIEemi 2 жыл бұрын

Ottimo lavoro 👏 👏

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

grazie 👍🏻

@DanBurgaud 2 жыл бұрын

"farm life is very relaxing" --- a city boy

@neildiangelo8589 2 жыл бұрын

I BOUGHT ONE LAST YEAR .. WORKS WELL .BUT YES ITS JERKY I RUN MINE SLOW SPEED TO CONTROL IT BETTER ... I DID TRY CHANGING GREESE FITTINGS BUT SOME BROKE OFF WHEN DIGGING DEEP OR PULLING TREE ROOTS PUT THE FLAT TYPE BACK IN LOWER CLERANCE .. AGAIN GREAT MACHINE FOR THE PRICE

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I am still getting the feel and found the lower revs makes it more controllable. I have changed the lower grease nipples back to the flat ones as I realised afterwords, these are going down the hole too. Cheers for watching.

@HVACRBERT 2 жыл бұрын

looks like pretty handy equipment. your daughter is great help too!

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

hahaha - Julie will love that. Thanks for watching

@aimjeGTO Жыл бұрын

Awesome💋💋💋

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 👍🏻

@samtheoutdoor 2 жыл бұрын

That wife she's a drama lol. I'm subscribing to these beautiful old couple's channel!

@Rusty_Nickle 2 жыл бұрын

I see everybody's already suggested the quick release. I would also go further to say use zip ties put one on one side and two on the other so that way you can always hook it up the same way. It's not a huge thing but once you get into muscle memory it's nice

@dave9940 2 жыл бұрын

just put the quick releases male and female on opposite to each other so you can't hook it up backwards

@Rusty_Nickle 2 жыл бұрын

@@dave9940 I've tried that. It kind of sucks because if you borrow an attachment usually they got the male sides on the attachment. So then you got to dig around for another fitting.

@shironpathirana 2 ай бұрын

itz amazing ❤️ i also want this item to attached to my excavator ❤️😍👍

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 ай бұрын

It will be coming out again soon - I have a gate to put in. 👍🏻

@sandboundchris 2 жыл бұрын

Good camera work. 👍

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@gianr2217 Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

No problem Gian. Thank you for watching. 👍🏻

@jimseviltwin1 Жыл бұрын

They’re living the dream…

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Sort of - still working the day job. a few more years yet.

@yatessmyrna 2 жыл бұрын

You should consider quick release hydraulic fittings.

@user-pq1js1bz6h 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video, Little word of advice never stick your fingers in any pinholes I’ve seen too many Accidents as an operator good luck with your projects 👍🏼

@wizgang0 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see how it works through stony soil. That is what I am going to be dealing with.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

I hit big rocks on my ground works - the very large ones I nibbled around them and pulled them free. It had no trouble at all doing the work.

@golf-n-guns 2 жыл бұрын

Your'e a cute couple. Cheers from the States.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍🏻

@CNCmachiningisfun 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video :) . Bought one of these yesterday, being delivered to the farm tomorrow. While inspecting it on the dealer's premises, I forgot to ask if the auger turns in both directions. Your video answered that question nicely :) .

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Hope it arrived safely - I am going to try fitting the auger the other way around so I can lift it better - it is trial and error with me at the moment - have fun with your new digger.

@CNCmachiningisfun 2 жыл бұрын

@@HomesteadingUncontained Thanks kindly. Yup, it arrived safely, and my first task was to lift a hefty metalworking lathe off my truck. Needless to say, the little guy wanted to tip over, but he got the job done :) . Looking forward to seeing if your experiments with the auger have paid off. Finding a manual is not an easy process, but I was sent a PDF by the folks I bought this machine from. Maybe there is a way I can send a copy to you?

@michaelarabi5083 Жыл бұрын

@@CNCmachiningisfun can I ask how much it cost in China and then how much all up champ

@CNCmachiningisfun Жыл бұрын

@@michaelarabi5083 Imported to New Zealand, and sold by a local farming group, this little guy, along with all the fittings, cost me a mere $19,500. It is the smallest little digger I have ever seen :) .

@user-kf3zv8ps6q Жыл бұрын

@@CNCmachiningisfun actually, 19500 is not bad at all. it is about 9000 dollors (can be cheaper) for the same one here in China.

@jhscheppele2448 Жыл бұрын

You might want to invest in a few shear bolts & nuts for the auger.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Yes, agree - I have these on my tractor and they seem to go quite often when I pull off to fast. ☹️

@grumblysphinx9261 2 жыл бұрын

That grease zerk you mentioned at 3:25 I would recommend leaving it as is. If you put a normal zerk in, it could get broken off when digging. It's most likely to be rubbed against a ditch wall.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, i have now done that, plus the 3 down the side of the bucket. Thanks for watching and the advice 👍

@grumblysphinx9261 2 жыл бұрын

@@HomesteadingUncontained Another suggestion is I would use a hitch pin instead of a the bolt to attach the auger. Quicker and you don't have to carry a wrench. Plus get a shackle and chain to put on then you can use it to help put the posts in and save your backs. 😎

@Konadawg99 Жыл бұрын

Can’t get over the noise the starter makes. Sounds like 1990’s era riding lawn mower starter.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

And then the puff of smoke when it gets going....🤣

@bkyardmechanic5010 2 жыл бұрын

Nice couple u are

@kenbartlett2267 2 жыл бұрын

Try running the engine at lower revs. With the blind hole, grind a few mil off your new tap. Good luck KEB.

@grahamwatts8836 2 жыл бұрын

I have been trained to use an excavator these mini industrial machines are very capable esp with various attachments, to pass the course I had dig swimming pool size hole and then fill it in, pls enjoy your endeavours.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and your comment, I have been practicing in a field jut digging holes and filling them in. Also loading and offloading onto the trailer too. It is getting there, but it will take a lot more practice to become "non laughable" 🤣

@clydemartin7941 2 жыл бұрын

When you still stop the auger and raise it and spin the dirt away from the hole.

@user-ou6cq1ch6q Жыл бұрын

Молодцы, классно бурит трактор!

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Cheers 👍🏻

@Trecraven1 Жыл бұрын

Homesteader in ky. Only thing I'd of done differently is pulled the tractor bucket up next to the hole so I didn't have to pack the post. Then raise the bucket and it would of tilted right in the hole. I'd of tamped the dirt in the bottom with the post in to stabilize the post more, and also cut the post off flat at the bottom. Still a good job though. It'll hold.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Exactly right - we are cutting the posts flat and tamping them in. Will be finishing off the project in a few weeks when this temperature drops a little. (105ºf today)

@mdoyle1981 Жыл бұрын

That cow at 12:17 looks like it might have a hoof abscess. Love the excavator content though!

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Not our cows but the the farmers are pretty experienced. Same family since 1600. You should see the sheep 😳

@jerrybarrett6376 2 жыл бұрын

Suggestion keep your front push blade all the way up while not in use. It will dig in less. Looks good.🐻🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks - I need to figure out how to get it higher, seems too low.

@100bimal Жыл бұрын

Nice car behind the machine

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

haha, yes. Julie's Renault 4L and my little Renault 4CV (rally prepared)

@TF856 2 жыл бұрын

A lot of construction equipment has a metal collar welded around grease fittings to protect them when digging and they do the same thing on the wheels to protect the valve stem. If that metal collar fills up with dirt then you could use a double female nipple welded around the valve stem or grease zerk and put a screw in plug in it. Then you will have to take that one plug out to grease that nipple instead of having to take out a plug and screw in a zerk fitting to grease, and reverse the process every time.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

I will find a cap to put over them - or plug it up with grease. Will play around with it.

@CarlosAlberto-ii1li 2 жыл бұрын

Good name for the auger is Brian.

@gordonclark7632 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting. The only two things I have picked up on is that the scraper doesn't seem to have much raising height. On a slope the blade digs into the ground and the other being that the lever seems to get in the way of your right leg.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

I have noticed this - I will check it out to see if I can modify it a little.

@FvGa Жыл бұрын

Must have been a game changer when this tool was invented

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

It is helping us out for sure 👍🏻

@MattOGormanSmith 2 жыл бұрын

"That was easy" enjoy it while it's new :) You'll be using a drift and sledgehammer eventually.

@davessparetime83 Жыл бұрын

See if you can get quick disconnect couplers for the hydraulic hoses?

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

That is one thing on the list. But it is rare I put this auger on for short periods of time. But Tree Change Farmer did a video on his mini ex where he changes them to quick release. 👍🏻

@walkingthruyourdata-6019 Жыл бұрын

Yes there are special bolts available to save the gearbox. that auger works just fine. posts will go in very quick.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Thank you - I am about to starting putting a bunch of them in on the new property.

@richardteychenne3950 2 жыл бұрын

If you have a lot of posts to install such an energy saver. I am coming round to the idea of one of these 😁 Hiring is a bind and the cost will be quickly recovered. 👌

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

That was our thinking - we have at least 4 years of work on the house and land and this will easily pay for itself - I will be gentle with it and make sure I look after it - renting would cost €250 a day so 1 month and it is covered. Thanks for the comments. 👍🏻

@richardteychenne3950 2 жыл бұрын

@@HomesteadingUncontained We are planning to be just along from you in central Portugal. Farm purchase in progress! A question if I may. Although you saved by collecting from the port did you find a shipping agent who could for a price collect and deliver to you? I don't have a suitable trailer and it is probably not worth buying a decent one just for one journey. I will probably have to buy something eventually but for a long trail across you need something trustworthy 🤣

@DavesShed 2 жыл бұрын

G-day from Australia. I was going to buy one of these but in the end I have decided to go one model up to a 1.5T unit with a 3 cylinder Kubota engine. A lot less noise and smoke. Everything else about it is slightly more robust than the 1T unit and it has a swing boom. However there is a big difference in the operation. It is not so jerky and 60% more power delivered more smoothly via a better pump with a higher flow rate and pressure. The draw back is that it is a bunch more money we didn't budget for and it also exceeds the load rating of the ramp on my trailer. I had just assumed that mine will come with hydraulic quick release lines. If it comes like yours then I think I'll change the fittings.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

The bigger machine is so much better and I did have some options 2nd hand here (although still big money) but I have to transport it to the build site and I only have a 1.3tonne trailer so I had to go for the smaller model - jealous though, as I do like the 1.5 tonne.....😉

@DavesShed 2 жыл бұрын

@@HomesteadingUncontained Yes I had it all worked out with the 1T machine and my 2T tandem trailer. With the 1.5T machine I'll have to rent a trailer to get it onsite.

@grazynazambeanie5963 Жыл бұрын

Boy, could I ever use that little digger around here . Bears have decided they want an easier path to the fruit trees and knocked down part of the deer fence .

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

It is still working great - well worth the investment.

@kevinjohnson386 Жыл бұрын

Grease will be something you have keep up on. Zerk grease fittings, will make it easy to do.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Yes, I even splashed out and bought a new grease gun....manual 😉

@klausmortensen 2 жыл бұрын

👌

@wayneday3916 Жыл бұрын

Suggestion when using logs for post de-bark them so they don't rot as fast.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

Cheers Wayne - yes, that was just a tester. We will for the main fencing and maybe burn them a little too. Cheers for watching. 👍🏻

@jaredpurdham1281 2 жыл бұрын

A clear case of more money then brains.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

this was the cheap option.... and I think it is quite brainy to try and save on rentals and hiring in.

@TreeChangeFarmer 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see the auger in use. I have the top mount reversed to you so I can leave the drill connected and it can tilt back towards the cab when moving. Good to have Julie as the spotter to maker sure the drill is vertical. I dig about half way then reverse the digger about 200mm and drill again and it seems to keep the hole straight. I am converting the hose connections to quick connect couplers and will have a video up soon. Cheers, Dave.

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers. I was thinking about the quick release fittings too. Also, what size threaded grease nipples did you use when you swapped them out. Trying to find some locally to do the same.

@TreeChangeFarmer 2 жыл бұрын

The grease nipple is metric and from memory is 8 mm. The 1/4" BSB is the wrong thread. Gotta grease the digger as there seems little is done at the factory.

@jhawkins6154 2 жыл бұрын

@@TreeChangeFarmer is coming home

@superbmediacontentcreator Жыл бұрын

You have a wondaful wife and helper even though these American ears can't understand a word she says...

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

lol - you have to remember though this is "proper" English 🤣

@kerryedavis Жыл бұрын

I agree with other commenters, including on the unboxing video too: the engine needs to be revving higher for proper operation.

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

I run thigh revs now. I am a little more experienced with it and having been using it quite a lot. Cheers for commenting 👍🏻

@stihlpancakes661 Жыл бұрын

Talk about getting screwed!🤣

@HomesteadingUncontained Жыл бұрын

She did good job on me

@NoNo-zf6tz 2 жыл бұрын

That tractor in the beginning was like omggg

@ericcampbell285 2 жыл бұрын

I've watched your first two videos with this machine. Is that s high as your blade goes? If not raise it higher when moving it especially when loading and unloading. The blade is to help keep it from pulling itself while digging and to grade when finished. Also you don't have to hang your boom out so far when loading or unloading

@HomesteadingUncontained 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately it is the highest it goes - I looked to see if I could modify it but other than putting in a smaller ram, I can't do much about it.