Operating a Trencher | DIY
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4 жыл бұрынGary takes you through operating a trencher (Ditch Witch) from start to finish. Hopefully this short video will be helpful to others who are wanting to operate a trencher for the first time. God Bless!
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#DitchWitch #Trencher #Trenching
@WhoDat-cc8zo 4 жыл бұрын
Trencher is very handy for sure. Really trenches the ditch clean. Around here I use a middle-buster/sub-solier for same purpose and does a great job.
@TheEmmauswalk 10 ай бұрын
Our driveway was giving out on the shoulders. Thanks very simple & detailed instructions.
@DossFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Alright I want one! Take my money! I don’t need any trenches but I’ll find something for that earth mover! Nice job!👍🏻
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Adler Farms I know! Right?!?
@DMMC 2 жыл бұрын
Saw y'all on Keeping it Dutch! Blessings to your family!
@georgesipple1356 Жыл бұрын
Nice job! I had used all kinds of equipment before but never a trencher so you showed me what an easy job it is, thanks! Plumbers wanted $6500.00 to run a gas line 70'.
@WalkerFarmFam Жыл бұрын
Oh man, definitely rent and call before you dig 👍🏼
@mattvonruden9589 11 ай бұрын
Yep, digging costs money...weird
@ChipperMcGee1 11 ай бұрын
@@mattvonruden9589ha. You obviously don’t get the point.
@StringBanger 9 ай бұрын
@mattvonruden9589, while there are expenses involved in digging for a gas line, $6,500 for a 70-foot trench is excessive. Deducting costs for the gas line, connections, and a pressure test, a knowledgeable person can complete the 70-foot trench in about an hour, costing no more than $150. However, issues arise if you encounter rocks or fail to dig at least 18 inches deep. Renting a trench machine for a day typically ranges from $200 to $260 and is a worthwhile investment. In conclusion, digging does come with expenses, but charging $6,500 for a gas line installation for that length is insanity. I run underground conduits all the time and if a client inquired about me running a 70' schedule 40 pvc in the ground it would be no where near what the plumber charges.
@stevensaxon8888 7 ай бұрын
@@WalkerFarmFamGary bring back the beard
@MickyBellRoberts 4 жыл бұрын
I like how it throws the dirt out sideways, very nice indeed.
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Micky Bell-Roberts Yes! Was so nice to use.
@maryranch5329 4 жыл бұрын
I never used that equipment before, thanks for sharing 👍👍. This sure makes life easier to use this then to dig it yourself. Thanks for sharing 😁👍
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Mary Ranch It was a great tool to use!
@tbrochny 11 ай бұрын
This was terrifically helpful as I prepare to do a very similar trenching job at my house. Many thanks!
@WalkerFarmFam 11 ай бұрын
Very welcome!
@7776GF Жыл бұрын
Tomorrow i dig my water and electric fur my tree nursery. First time using one of these. Thanks
@ronaldidler7652 8 ай бұрын
Thank you. Need to use this today.
@clivefenton571 3 жыл бұрын
You did a really good explaining the operation 👏
@WalkerFarmFam 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@CHoffyC 2 жыл бұрын
I'm using one tomorrow, thanks for the great video! Short and descriptive, well done!
@WalkerFarmFam 2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate you watching 👍🏻 good luck.
@lonnieclemens5131 3 жыл бұрын
Good video! Thank you for posting.
@richardbristol452 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir! This is exactly what I was looking for.
@WalkerFarmFam 3 жыл бұрын
Glad we could help!
@craigmarker Жыл бұрын
Great explanation!.. thank you!
@larrychastain9824 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Great instructions!
@jamescole3152 Жыл бұрын
Nice. I like the way you practice the controls. Just the way I would have done it.
@frederikdeleon2941 7 күн бұрын
Heck yeah
@DanielinLaTuna 2 жыл бұрын
Well done video! Thanks for sharing! Daniel
@Honestandtruth 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing....👍👍 It's very Helpful
@ss2014 2 жыл бұрын
Less than $200?!? Geeezzz, that’s a deal! Called locally and it’s almost $300 and $1000 deposit. But thank you for all the info! It’s going to make my job a bit easier to figure out!
@WalkerFarmFam 2 жыл бұрын
Oh wow.
@AmandaDoll-hi4dr 3 ай бұрын
Hi Gary and Casey
@edwinschlee8374 2 жыл бұрын
That sure beats a shovel! I did it twice with a shovel!
@kenpope5701 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you brother, great vid!
@barbaraharrold5361 2 жыл бұрын
Good job Gary:)
@skunkedagain 2 жыл бұрын
nicely done, thanks for sharing
@TheSHOP411 4 жыл бұрын
They are life savers. Well, back savers. Used one to run a long stretch of electrical cable.
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
JJV Homestead Study For sure a back saver.
@RaisedRegenerative 4 жыл бұрын
Pretty handy little machine. Great video Walker Fam
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Moore Family Farm Thank ya!
@emptypocketsfarm7147 4 жыл бұрын
Love this! I want to run electric to our barn! We feed off the electric from our guest house right next to the barn, but it’s not the same!
@krewcarson3614 2 жыл бұрын
I know im asking the wrong place but does anybody know a method to get back into an Instagram account..? I was stupid forgot my account password. I would appreciate any tips you can give me.
@zaydlayton3459 2 жыл бұрын
@Krew Carson instablaster :)
@tribeverage7268 Жыл бұрын
Great Video Sir....this will be a ton of help! Cheers
@WalkerFarmFam Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@kiddfamilyfarmllc9962 4 жыл бұрын
I need one of those
@outdoorstudios2022 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@thegaminggoatfarmer7929 11 ай бұрын
Okies!! Yes
@AuntieAnn 4 жыл бұрын
Way way easier than digging by hand! A back saver for sure 👍 When we ran power and water to our shop my husband did it by hand, it was only about 20 feet but it still just about did him in 😬
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Auntie Ann Tate Oh wow! I bet.
@packrat76 3 жыл бұрын
Started a trench by hand, when you get much beyond 20 to 24 inches it gets really hard to break up and remove the dirt. Renting a trencher to finish!
@billfeldman3234 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!
@Elizabeth_Rojas 4 жыл бұрын
Very informative video that machine is pretty cool,that was a first for me.
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Elizabeth Rojas We hope it can help others who are looking into using one!
@1ronin715 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video thank you
@TheCorgills 4 жыл бұрын
Love trenchers!!!! Cool video man
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
The Corgills 👍🏻👊🏻
@rogerjohnston4952 Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@OldPecanHomestead Жыл бұрын
I'm planning to rent one sooner than later, 200' of hose drug across the pasture is not ideal. 😂 Great video, its hood to see how it operates beforehand.
@skyz3160 4 жыл бұрын
Love your videos ! Never know what to expect ~ ?
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Sky Z 💜
@CooperFamilyHomestead 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Never used one before. Looks fun lol
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
It was!
@mikezimmerman2786 3 жыл бұрын
Nice video, I used the old model in 1987 , I need to rent this model now. Thanks
@WalkerFarmFam 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@PaullaWells 4 жыл бұрын
You could use that easily bury fence lines so that is interesting. I can't wait to see your coop!
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Great idea!
@PaullaWells 4 жыл бұрын
Walker Farm Fam - Thanks! 😆
@robertyoung9467 11 ай бұрын
Exactly the video, i needed to see. T Many thanks!!
@WalkerFarmFam 11 ай бұрын
You are welcome!
@ecuadorhomestead6245 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info! Keep up the good content.
@ecuadorhomestead6245 4 жыл бұрын
Have a wonderful day!
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@jkpowersport312-8 4 жыл бұрын
Great video
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Jk Outdoors Thank you!
@pegsclips 4 жыл бұрын
im with adler farms lol.. we're in. can just imagine all the lil paths to who knows where we could make. looks like a fun chore :-D
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Paige family Homestead Our Journey back Our yard looks like we are digging underground tunnels. LOL
@GermanShepherdRanch 4 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I need to rent one soon!
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
German Shepherd Ranch Totally worth it!
@Strangernightg 2 жыл бұрын
Hello I'm a new subscriber that was sent here by Luke from the Outdoors boy's KZfaq channel . So far I liked your channel thank you for sharing your video .
@WalkerFarmFam 2 жыл бұрын
Welcome! Thanks so much for coming over. We truly appreciate it! We had a blast with Luke and the boys.
@Notyou5556 Жыл бұрын
This is the one to rent
@WalkerFarmFam Жыл бұрын
👍🏼
@hesrey6734 2 жыл бұрын
Ty from Dude Perfect has a nice ranch!
@eroom2087 2 жыл бұрын
I bought one from a guy that looks just like that one for 200 dollars, I think it’s hot, sure works good, came with a trailer to haul it on
@WalkerFarmFam 2 жыл бұрын
What a deal. It sure makes the job easier.
@debbieacushing5536 3 жыл бұрын
What about removing park pins
@dannypettyjohn3284 2 жыл бұрын
I watch you and Adler load the beefy boys I am Sugar Hill Ga. from
@RandWFarmstead-TonyWalsh 4 жыл бұрын
They save a lot of time and back aches for sure.
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Walsh Farms For sure!
@imprssd49 2 жыл бұрын
One tip not mentioned is to NEVER turn while trenching, this might break the boom.
@WalkerFarmFam 2 жыл бұрын
For sure.
@psychicbud 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. :) About how many feet did you trench, and for how long? In other words, do you have a rough estimate of feet/hour?
@WalkerFarmFam 3 жыл бұрын
This answer will depend on your soil and would take longer if you have to slow down for rocks. It took me about 1.5 hours to trench about 200 feet. I had a few rocks.
@psychicbud 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to answer my question. We live in Maine, and we have lots of rocks. Regards!
@wstt4 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. Is using a trencher pretty easy to figure out if I rent one from HD or is best left to someone with experience? (It woukdnt be as big as your trencher). Can I still dig down 2’ for sloping drainage pipe? What are the largest size rocks they can handle? (Golf ball size? Baseball size? Softball size…?) Is it possibly to trench up or down a 30 degree slope? On flat, if digging 2’ down is it best to go 2’ all in one pass or make multiple passes to get down, (only the last bit is 2’ deep).
@WalkerFarmFam 3 ай бұрын
It’s easy enough to figure out. Get a quote from a professional and check how much you would be saving. I’m sure it would be worth it. I thing it will handle baseball size rocks with ease. The trench is only about 4” wide, not sure your size but it will do everything you mentioned. I would not go in passes, dig deep as you want the first pass. Good luck 👍🏼
@Fireneedsair 2 ай бұрын
@@WalkerFarmFam can I go down 30” and as wide as 10” with one pass?
@Bex-rg8pj 4 жыл бұрын
👍
@paulleblanc4653 2 жыл бұрын
Had one, works good in topsoil, gravel, big boulders no good . Excavators always get the job done!
@ethanmcnally21 2 жыл бұрын
Any rocks 4 inch plus the trencher bounces over them
@BearBig70 Жыл бұрын
@@ethanmcnally21 smaller rocks? 1-2"?
@JustJeff420 Күн бұрын
Awesome video! A local homeowner has one rented for this weekend. How long would you say it takes to dig a 100 foot trench? Thanks for the video!
@WalkerFarmFam Күн бұрын
No major rocks, less than an hour. I went in with a buddy and split the rental fee since it goes so fast!
@JustJeff420 Күн бұрын
@@WalkerFarmFam Awesome! Thank you so much! Going over to sub your channel for the help and more information!
@wickedleeloopy2115 3 жыл бұрын
They are good for electrical conduct or water pipes.. but thats pretty much there limitation.. 6/10 I give it
@WalkerFarmFam 3 жыл бұрын
👍🏻👍🏻 appreciate you watching!
@Youyuppers 3 ай бұрын
Did I miss it? How do you control depth? For example a standard trench is like 18 inch but I heard these can dig as deep as double that?
@WalkerFarmFam 3 ай бұрын
There is a hydraulic control for depth
@raulgalaviz4558 Жыл бұрын
Curious, how many feet did you trench? and how long did it take?
@WalkerFarmFam Жыл бұрын
Around 150’ and took about an hour and a half
@bogdanchugunov4374 2 жыл бұрын
Everything seems nice and easy unless you met with a confusion based on a certain discrepancy : ditch states it is 36" and what does it mean ? For me it means I can ditch a trench 3 ft deep ( NYS electric cable ground requirement). You showed only 18" deep. The question remains : Is it capable to dig 3 ft deep trench ? Second confusion is based on a feather light and soft soil you digged. My farm is on forest land with blue stone enclosure all around. Is it gonna work on such heavy terrain ?
@WalkerFarmFam 2 жыл бұрын
Each machine is rated for different depths. If 36” is the requirement you would be digging maximum depth. Large rocks and tree roots are the toughest to dig through.
@volkan_boston Жыл бұрын
thanks, how wide can it trench? looks small for 4 inch downspout extensions
@WalkerFarmFam Жыл бұрын
It’s probably about that 4”
@ginaarmstrong1388 Жыл бұрын
How much to rent?
@quangthanh8014 3 жыл бұрын
Máy này bán về việt nam giá nhiu vậy
@gregvitkow521 2 жыл бұрын
Food job
@terbb2000 9 ай бұрын
Will this cut through thick roots?
@WalkerFarmFam 9 ай бұрын
It will cut through an occasional root no problem. I never hit anything real thick.
@grigs249 8 ай бұрын
How do you make the trench wider?
@WalkerFarmFam 8 ай бұрын
I think if you need a wider trench you need to rent a small excavator, with a 12” bucket or whatever width you need. This is only 4-6” wide.
@rickklok3431 2 жыл бұрын
How did you end up backfilling it?
@WalkerFarmFam 2 жыл бұрын
With a shovel mostly.
@morryfink 2 жыл бұрын
How long would you guess it would take to do 200ft?
@WalkerFarmFam Жыл бұрын
If it was good soil, maybe 30 min of digging.
@sarkisarmenian5268 3 жыл бұрын
I need to run a line of new piping on my property, it will be from the water well to the water tank, and then from the water tank to the house. The property is hilly (not flat at all), and the dirt is pretty hard. I had a couple questions to see if you could help me out. 1. Since my land is very hilly (some areas are 5-10 feet higher in elevation than other areas), should I get the land graded a bit before trenching? I think it will be a pain if I try to grade the land later and hit and break a pipe, but maybe it would be ok if i know where the pipes are? 2. The dirt on my land is pretty hard and dry, would a trencher be able to rip through that or is a trencher only for soft soils?
@WalkerFarmFam 3 жыл бұрын
If you are going to grade the land I would do it first to ensure the water line remains below the frost line. If you choose not to grade first the trencher should do fine going up and down. The trencher will go right through hard dirt, the only thing that will stop it is large rocks. Good luck with your project!
@sarkisarmenian5268 3 жыл бұрын
@@WalkerFarmFam Thank for the info, I appreciate the reply!
@joshmason1003 Жыл бұрын
What’s the maximum depth it will trench?
@WalkerFarmFam Жыл бұрын
I believe this one was 36”
@joshmason1003 Жыл бұрын
@@WalkerFarmFam ok thanks
@willymaven1626 2 жыл бұрын
How do you make a wider trench?
@WalkerFarmFam 2 жыл бұрын
Rent one with a wider attachment maybe?
@willymaven1626 2 жыл бұрын
@@WalkerFarmFam too late, got a 4" and its so difficult to make it 10inch wide😂
@catchingupwiththewalkers 2 жыл бұрын
@@willymaven1626 probably a mini excavator with a 10” bucket would be the better tool for the job.
@catchingupwiththewalkers 2 жыл бұрын
You can try to do 2 trenches, side by side, and dig out any extra. Not fun though.
@willymaven1626 2 жыл бұрын
@@catchingupwiththewalkers yep that's what the homedepot guy told me, gotta try next time
@emanuel8257 2 жыл бұрын
How much?
@WalkerFarmFam 2 жыл бұрын
We rented it locally
@ZR1Terror 3 жыл бұрын
It just sucks backfilling with a shovel
@WalkerFarmFam 3 жыл бұрын
Agree.
@marklar53 3 жыл бұрын
Due time for a Ditch Wizard
@jamescole3152 Жыл бұрын
I see the tractor. You must have been thinking how to use it. There must be a trencher for it but would be expensive.
@s.k.enterprisesrana4555 Жыл бұрын
Trancher depth 1.2 mtr yes no
@WalkerFarmFam Жыл бұрын
Absolutely maximum
@timwadsworth7582 4 жыл бұрын
Walker Farm f a m ain't you going to want to dig two lines you wouldn't want to put conduit with water
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
Tim Wadsworth That line was for conduit only. Didn’t dig it deep enough to put a water line down there. Thanks for watching!
@kiddfamilyfarmllc9962 4 жыл бұрын
I need one of those
@tracyfulayter961 11 ай бұрын
Thank you
@WalkerFarmFam 11 ай бұрын
You're welcome
@kiddfamilyfarmllc9962 4 жыл бұрын
I need one of those
@WalkerFarmFam 4 жыл бұрын
It was a back saver for sure!
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