I buy an excavator I've never seen, tried or tested. Lets see how that goes..#miniexcavator
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@troysgt Жыл бұрын
Such a fantastic conversation! Thanks for bringing us along.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Thanks for being here!
@cyclesingsleep10 ай бұрын
Thanks, Stan! I am returning a CAT 302.7 and 303.5 because they both feel under powered (especially in the swing gears) and twitchy (un-safe when compacting on road edge cuts in the mountains because they have a computer, which activates solenoids to determine how much power to give or split among what hydraulic commands). CAT service has been INCREDIBLE with trying to diagnose/get more power. If I did not live in Western NC (mountains) then it would probably not be an issue or as much of an issue. But, in the mountains, where I am always on a slope, trying to swing uphill has to be easy and tracking along slopes has to be totally predictable. I am going to demo a CAT 304 because it is a 20hp jump up from the 303.5 but only weight 400-800lbs more. That extra power may negate these issues...don't know 'til I try it. However, in the mean time, I am looking at other companies...especially Kubota...because the balance, power, hydraulic over hydraulic, breakout of bucket, traction seems tops or close to it! (especially when comparing across 4-ton machines: Deere, CAT, Bobcat, Hitachi, Yanmar, Volvo, Case, Takeuchi).
@RobertPatrician Жыл бұрын
That's some salesmanship right there, technical knowledge delivered eloquently on-camera while walking. I see why you drove to buy it there!
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
It’s always worth it when they actually want to talk lol!
@squarepegroundhole8211 Жыл бұрын
@@Dirtmonkey I must assume you wanted to drive the excavator home??
@tomplays9782 Жыл бұрын
@@Dirtmonkeyyou should have stopped at the original Culver’s
@michaelmactavish4445 Жыл бұрын
@@Dirtmonkey nice looking kubota excavator plus that kubota takes same filters plus there affordable
@mrslkungpowchikn1206 Жыл бұрын
Agree 100%! Wish they were near us!
@wayne3325 Жыл бұрын
I have a Kubota u55 and I love it. Never once left me down. Replaced starter and tracks and sprockets. Best machine ever.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Music to my ears ❤️ lol
@joshuabauer8970 Жыл бұрын
I ran alot of them, you did good. I just swapped my yamnar for a new u55, love it! Ive ran the 40s for a few years, great machines for the size. It will out lift almost every other brand that size.
@shiraz1736Ай бұрын
Why sort of flow rate do you get out of the main Auxiliary? I get told that they are one of the worst for flow rates.
@ajpsawmill4314 Жыл бұрын
Forty years running equipment, I own the same mini, tough little machine, very dependable, easy to maintain, congratulations
@SparkysGarage Жыл бұрын
I have a Yanmar Vio35. Absolutely love it. No major issues. Hydraulic quick coupler is a must if you plan on changing buckets regularly. Huge time saver. Plan on moving to an SV40 in the next couple years.
@xxxmikeyjock Жыл бұрын
auto bucket change is a feature that needs to be more available. no excuse for using the wrong bucket when its an auto couple
@idigit4967 Жыл бұрын
Bought my Kubota U55-4 used about 2.5 years ago with 1000 hours on it. Has been super reliable and I run it pretty hard, with it running a Prinoth mulcher head on it most days. I’ve put 1000 hours on it in 2 years with no issues other than a few external hydraulic hoses and a new track. I hate that I missed you at the Equipment Expo. Really wanted to meet you! You inspired me to become a KZfaqr about 3 years ago and it has changed my life!
@paulnelson9907 Жыл бұрын
Finally your getting a good machine, been waiting for this for 6 years! I was using a KX71 back in 2003, with an extend-a hoe. No A/C but it did have heat.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Heck yeah 👍
@michaelmactavish4445 Жыл бұрын
@@Dirtmonkey i rented a u17 and its strong and powerful and kubota are less then the cat and deere and other branded
@howardsandwick6134 Жыл бұрын
I have had 4 of the 040’s and have never had a problem with them. Kubota usually has 0% financing for 48-60 months on the machine and I trade them in and get a new one every five years. Best work horse out there👍.
@stewbird Жыл бұрын
I love running those 3-6t Kubota diggers. So tidy and easy to use. Plenty of power and just fantastic to use. Also need to add a quick hitch to it.
@burtbrooks7731 Жыл бұрын
Only thing I could knock the excavators for when I’ve ran them was, the blade is not made for cutting dirt at all, it’s strictly made to push loose Material, which isn’t a make ya or break ya but it was aggravating. They’re good machines from the baby ones to the biggest they make👍Stan we gotta get you switched over to cat controls lol, we call your farmer controls John Deere controls down here in Indiana.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Noted 👍
@billvandorn5332 Жыл бұрын
Why not mount a stronger scaping blade ?
@burtbrooks7731 Жыл бұрын
@@billvandorn5332 it’s more of the way the frame on the blade is designed, the main support that holds blade to machine actually hits the ground at the same time the cutting edge hits the dirt, then lifting the machine just enough it loses traction. You are right if the cutting edge was a little taller it would help I’d imagine👍👍
@shawndunleavy892 Жыл бұрын
I have a KX 033-4. It’s a great machine. Only problem I had to this point was a snapped Zirk fitting. Machine digs great and the angle blade is nice
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@premiumtattooparts Жыл бұрын
Just a quick question, kx033-4 for 45000 with 60hrs a good deal?
@shawndunleavy892 Жыл бұрын
@@premiumtattooparts I paid $58k for mine with an angle blade, enclosed cab, thumb and 16” digging bucket. In today’s market that’s probably not a terrible price but at least I can tell u what I paid. Kubota does have 0% financing but it can be tuff to find a machine. Around me excavators seem to be fairly available but skid steers are really scarce right now.
@shawndunleavy892 Жыл бұрын
@@premiumtattooparts so in short, that doesn’t sound like a bad price. Probably about what the market dictates right now. It should still have warranty obviously. I’ve been happy with my machine. I’m a plumber so mines mostly used for trenching. I had a John Deere 110tlb before but I’d never buy John Deere again
@jamesmisener3006 Жыл бұрын
Iam retired now but when I had a property maintenance business not too many years ago Kubota equipment performed the best. Currently I have a BX23S compact tractor for our own property maintenance and when our 14 year old lawn tractor dies its replacement will also be Kubota. I always go for dependability in equipment and Kubota for skid steers, mini ex, lawn and compact tractors they have always been a treat to own and maintain. One last thing the service backup is excellent but during Covid parts became a problem. It seems that parts and accessories availability is mostly back to normal now. Nice mini ex Stan. I know Blaine is going to enjoy it as well. Cheers 🇨🇦
@jakeduffin4626 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video Stan! Thank you for sharing with us!
@ohiofarmer254 Жыл бұрын
I have a lot of hours on a kx57-4 it’s a great machine you made a good decision don’t worry about the emissions if you run it correctly it will be trouble free just limit the idle time
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Love to hear it thanks farmer 👍
@josephbell8279 Жыл бұрын
Kx121-3 6 way heat /ac cab , absolutely amazing machine ! Zero issues 3400 hrs I would some paint fading …. That’s it
@stuartandrews4344 Жыл бұрын
Top marks to that salesman, nice to have someone who is honest & has a thorough knowledge of the products he sells, & not pushy..
@rogerwhiting9310 Жыл бұрын
I have built and sold a few houses. I just bought a 10 acre farm that is breaking up into 3 smaller properties including a 5 acre farm. The first perk was buying a used kx0404. It feels like just the right size. I never drove an excavator before but am enjoying learning...eventhough it took a couple hits to learn that the boom sticks out further than my L47 TLB boom. You are going to love it.. personally I think its an absolute honor to own a Kubota. I can feel an orange high flow skid steer in my future..
@timbert4672 Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to seeing more videos featuring this machine in the future, I've used mini excavators including Kabota only a couple of times before. I want some proper training on them so I can get a license to be a full time operator but no one will pay for me to do it so I'm stuck just doing bits and pieces every now and then, but perhaps now I can learn something more about them from you.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
I’ll share as much as I can! Happy to help ya out
@mrslkungpowchikn1206 Жыл бұрын
I try to do the same!! A long time ago, a road contractor hired me as a grade checker since I had a surveying background from previous County and City summer hire programs. He was great and eventually taught me how to operate the small and large compacting rollers, and then the “sheep’s foot” excavator! Now many years later I am learning again using our own property and a used John Deere tractor we got a couple yrs ago. I’d definitely would love to learn and do more, especially get paid to do it!
@kyesniper Жыл бұрын
It's so dumb that you need a license. Get in the machine and show them you can use it, that's more Important than any license.
@4.0gpa44 Жыл бұрын
It doesn't take a special license in most, if not all states. Although you might need a CDL or at least a DOT med card if your excavator is above a certain weight if you tow it on the road. But if you're using off road, and have someone else deliver it, you should be able to use whatever size you want, as far as I'm aware.
@CDPS Жыл бұрын
We bought the KX 033-4 back in 2020. We have about 700 hours on it. The only thing the machine is ever needed was a radiator because the plastic reservoir cracked and Kubota fixed it under warranty. Otherwise great unit. We know the feeling we drive over three hours to a certain dealership because all our local dealers cater to the bigger companies, and if you’re a smaller company, they don’t care about your business.
@GeodeProjects6 ай бұрын
Very informative video Stan, thanks for sharing.
@AdamQuiklikit Жыл бұрын
I have put about 2,000 hours on a kubota 40. I love that machine. It’s never given me an issue mechanically. It’s built well and holds up. I do a lot of concrete demo and I use the mini ex the most. 4-6 inch you can use this machine exclusively. My only complaint is when you’re rocking/bucking the machine around you can knock the pattern lever down and you lose some controls, flip it back and you’re good to go.
@unimogdave Жыл бұрын
2022 unit in my yard has a panel that locks the control.
@HogonitАй бұрын
great video, good machine. I just traded my 5 yo KX040-4 up for a KX057-5 because I wanted an additional auxiliary circuit and to get the new cab features loaded with the rear camera, telematics, etc. If the -5 was available on the KX040 I would have gone that route because the power to weight ratio was very good. Will have to see how things shake out on the 057-5. Thanks for taking us along on your trip.
@why-be-normal7014 Жыл бұрын
He was a real stand up guy . I would definitely go to him when I’m ready for a machine
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
He was pretty great!
@jimkalinowski3239 Жыл бұрын
Bob cat mini crazy fast
@johnsonexcavatingandlandcl3473 Жыл бұрын
So I sold my JD 35 with over 4000 hours, John Deere did not want my business and never had anyone that would call me back when I wanted to order a new one. I went to Bobcat, and almost bought a E42 but their financing process too long and I was hearing how long the rental companies had their excavators out of service due to parts shortage. I had a 15 min call to my Kubota dealer, within 2 days they found a U55-5 and I had it the next week. Great machine so far, the U55 handles trees and heavy lifting in tight areas for what I needed.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
That’s awesome I hope your new child treats you well 😂👍
@johnsonexcavatingandlandcl3473 Жыл бұрын
@@Dirtmonkey thanks! Hopefully next year I can get videos on it.
@marklanese5594 Жыл бұрын
I have a Bobcat 435 (10,500 lbs) zero swing. Bought it used 5 years ago with 2900 hours. I got lucky, it wasn't an abused machine. Nothing like buying new though. Nice Kubota, good luck with it Stan.
@thetractorguy Жыл бұрын
I bought a similar version of this machine new in 2014. kx121-3S, 10500 lb ,6way blade. Best machine I ever bought. Tier4 great machine is all I can say
@karaayers2867 Жыл бұрын
My tips for buying used equipment are 1. Buy the greasiest machine you can find, it was at least greased. 2. Buy in the off season when guys need $ because work is slow. 3. Look around the oil pan for RTV, telltale sign that it leaked.
@StephenMartin-dm6pj Жыл бұрын
Congrats on the KX-040! I have one too. I chose it mainly for it's lifting capacity. All mini's in that size dig about the same. However, the KX-040 will lift much more than a Cat 304 and do it for substantially less money.
@rageridersrx Жыл бұрын
what was the price on a new kx-040 I've rented one several times and would love to buy one
@thenussbaum44 Жыл бұрын
You buy from a dealer that can service it and provide parts. They all will have their issues to some point, more than others. I have a Doosan and love it, great service in my area is why I bought it. Best of luck with the new machine, I think it's a great purchase.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Yup! Customer service & local part availability is everything 👍
@codyhilderbrand140 Жыл бұрын
19 Kx040-4 open cab have put 800 hours on it and never have had any issues what so ever only complaint is hitting that aux button everytime you lift the lever up when getting in and out.
@northeasterndirtandpropert7974 Жыл бұрын
Top resale,engineering simplicity,notoriously good reputation,dealer networking and parts,all good reasons to buy kubota.Several great brands manufactured today,you can't go wrong with kubota products.
@diyjeff1838 Жыл бұрын
Holy crap. Your ace hardwares are intense out there!!!
@RZRRIDER1980 Жыл бұрын
This was very helpful on deciding which mini excavator to purchase.
@PineyGroveHomestead Жыл бұрын
That's one heckuva dealer!! We have the KX71-3 that is perfect for towing behind a 1/2 ton pickup. Nice machine you got there!
@bobbowlinex9319 Жыл бұрын
I would have got the hydraulic coupler right away. Saves tons of time. Makes you much more efficient on job sites
@michaelfarris2556 Жыл бұрын
Both of you guys are smooth operators. Sales and the magic flow of your equipment.
@johnnyspot783 Жыл бұрын
Hey Stan, your neighbor to the north here....got a new 48U-5 from Lano's in Anoka last year. Love the zero tail and plenty of power. Had a open cab 131-3 awhile back until it was stolen off a jobsite. This heated and cooled unit sure is comfy. Good luck with the precip we got coming in, hopefully the temps stay up...😎
@westviewlandscapeservicesw9871 Жыл бұрын
Great machine! We’ve had our kx040-4 for five years now, the machine is a reliable beast!
@ABMFARM Жыл бұрын
Good video as usual and great looking 70k investment......can't go wrong with a kubota
@booggieboyace8912 Жыл бұрын
I have to say I love this video... the no nonsense information here is great. Being a new civilian operator professionals like the both of make me 😊
@jjmcgettigan6403 Жыл бұрын
I have had a kx40-4 for about 3 year. The machine is awesome ! I can say enough good things for the price point
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Awesome sauce 😛
@scanadaze Жыл бұрын
I am looking for one in the future. I ran them years ago. I am over with all of the technology. Extra outside lights would work. Other than that. Turn the key. Put the arm down. Go to work. Thanks for sharing this one.
@billvandorn5332 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations and best of luck Stan!
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@mrgylex123 Жыл бұрын
I bought a U-55-5 last year...never looked back. That machine has been incredible work horse around the farm...clearing land and blazing trails like nothing
@johnnydelio7078 Жыл бұрын
I bought a cooper rental Bobcat skid... and I'd do it over and over again. I am very confident that the machine was maintained well.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Cool beans 👌
@portnuefflyer4 ай бұрын
About 5 years ago i bought a Kubota U-25 mini Xsight unseen from a equipment rental outfit in Nebraska, it had 315 hours on it. When it got here (I used USHIP, truckers bid, went great) it was every bit as good as they said, it was a great transaction. 2 years of use and I sold it, thinking I was done moving dirt (wrong), quickly for what I paid for it, and all I did was grease it and put diesel in. I'm a crane opterator, and appreciate smooth controls, the U-25 had them. What he said about the extra counterweight v. a bit more tail swing over the U series makes perfect sense to me. Some great eye candy in that store!
@stanhensley3082 Жыл бұрын
Welcome to Wisconsin!! They are well-known. Big time dealer. I have driven by them many times.They take up half the town.Hope the new iron works well for you. Thanks 😊.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
I hope so too!! Thanks fellow Stan 😁
@emanarfarm3736 Жыл бұрын
Bought a new E 42 3 years ago for a going out of business present to myself, similar to that machine you just bought. Ran all the major brands over the years, small differences, no complaints. I went with Bobcat because the customer service was just outstanding at that particular dealer I purchased from, and when you're spending that kind of money on a tool, or toy in my case, gut feelings do matter. It was also 4 hrs from my home.
@markwillbanks6409 Жыл бұрын
I have the Kubota U35-4, about 1100 hours. It is a great machine. Very powerful for a 9,000lb machine. No major issues, just regular maintenance and a new set of tracks recently. I would highly recommend Kubota equipment.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@raymondheckard234 Жыл бұрын
Stanley as a former governmental employee, never buy from a city, county, state or federal government auction on surplus equipment, while we have fleet maintenance, it is done by people who may or may not be qualified to work on the equipment, and many time the maintenance records are not accurate and our massaged many of the times. Just like on our fleet for the state, oil changes was done 9000 mile, but the records showed it was done at 3000 miles. Also the equipment saw a lot of abuse from the employees who would run it hard, and abused it. And the sad truth it is that way in all 50 states, when the equipment is owned by the individual worker it was better cared for, but the governmental equipment they treated hard.
@Z-Bart Жыл бұрын
Stan you bought Kubota to go with that nice orange trailer. Wise choice.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
😊👊
@Derf1313 Жыл бұрын
Gotta love buying from someone you can trust. & if that software works well on documentation, that's worth its weight for resale, not to mention proper maintenance, protecting YOUR investment... & anybody (well... Lol!) can tow it, I'm sure makes a diff (tho I've had my chauffeur/comm lic. since '77, harhar!) Thanx for the ride around, looking forward tl.the real life review too!
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Great pointers 👍👍
@Steamer1988 Жыл бұрын
I bought a KX41-3V last year…. I love it…. It goes with my Kubota BX25D tractor and 1984 Chevy C30 dump truck to make up my side business… Stanley’s Tractor Service… I’ve been working in Landscaping for over 30 years… 25+ at my local Government
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
We’re both stanley’s working in construction for over thirty years. Pretty cool!
@blakeflewelling8641 Жыл бұрын
Love my 97 skid steer! The 333g deere is my favorite to run. Nice cab good visibility but that electronic coupler for attachments! It's a BIG problem when u use them to push snow
@BruteRazloga Жыл бұрын
Having around 6k operating hours on a kubota kx057 and 080 together, I can agree with the salesman about how nice of a machine kubotas are. The only downside to these machines is how uncomfy the seat gets after about 8 hours of operating. It makes sense putting in a big comfy chair for operators. Our backs get way more fucked up then any cdl truck driver ever could. I'd also recommend getting a custom bucket ordered for this machine, it can handle a 5' shallow bucket no problem whatsoever.
@gtplandscaping4392 Жыл бұрын
sweet new mini, now you need an engcon!
@briancoffey6814 Жыл бұрын
I was the guy that went around smack talking, if it wasn't yellow or said cat, Komatsu it wasn't a really excavator. Well these days I'm eating crow ( Eating my own words). I use a local rental company for my smaller jobs and have grown to like the Wacker Neuson mini's. The ez36 and ez26 are my choices. The 36 with the thumb and enclosed cab is a great machine. Has more room inside than a cat and might even be a little smoother even after being a rental and we all know how abused rental are. My next buy will be a Wacker and would love to hear your thoughts on them in a video
@skliros9235 Жыл бұрын
Nice ride Stan!
@Not_So_Weird_in_Austin11 ай бұрын
Nice video. Kubota seems to have a very full lineup of excavators and if you need one for homeowner jobs a smaller no tail swing may be a good choice. The KX 40 punches above its weight. Go Heat and AC - Man Up in Comfort...
@mrslkungpowchikn1206 Жыл бұрын
What a great sales associate! I really appreciate this video a lot!!! Wish I could go there and start a relationship with them and buy from their store! It is honestly pretty dang difficult to find really knowledgeable folks who are also honest and cares about the customer’s best interest besides their own!! I’m a female and have a little bit of background from summer work in construction when I was in college and I really enjoyed it and the people - good people is my experience. But I ended up switching majors from Civil Engineer to Chemical and Environmental Engineering and ended up working in semiconductor manufacturing in yield and data analysis, then left to start a more “family friendly” insurance agency business which I did 7 yrs until I ended up selling it after my second child (high risk pregnancy early on then complications post birth for a couple yrs - both of us are doing great now, hallelujah!). So, ended up becoming a stay at home mom and an opportunity presented itself - to fix up a 4 unit property we acquired, which I did part time for a couple yrs and as old tenants moved out. I’ve loved getting back into this kind of work again and all the learning, and my husband has helped teach and guide me a lot! ❤️ Really rewarding when you can see the fruits of your labor complete! Now I’m lookin to take classes (so far KZfaq is the only teacher I know of but still, I’m Learning! Sometimes I even share w my husband;)). I’ve since learned how to use a larger John Deere Tractor (my dad would be so proud! Lost him when I was 10 but he owned a John Deere store and also built houses as a Civil Engineer), which I’ve used to help me rebuild our driveway with permeable pavers! I was able to also help my husband fix mold in drywall impacting 4 rooms in our little 1500ft home which had occurred due to long standing water heater leak we hadn’t known about for years! We have also been saving for a long time to build a nice family home on our current lot to replace our low quality, 1950s 1500ft cinderblock house. We thought we finally did it but after talking to architects and modular home people, somehow according to them it would be $400/ft2, which is absolutely ridiculous and almost insulting and makes me angry for everyone in America! But we know what we paid to do full renovations to a 4000ft 4 unit property which doesn’t come close to what they are telling us it would cost. So unfortunately we have concluded this means we will have to do it ourselves even though hubby is working full time! And now im really feeling the pressure!! I feel like it must be “me” to do it! I wish my dad were alive to be besides me and coach me along the way. I would know I could do it then with his help! But since he isn’t around anymore im trying to do the next best thing - learn on my own and through trial and error. How great it would be to work w a sales guy and shop like this one in the video: who I could TRUST to give me good, honest, and wise advice. Heck, maybe he’d even be willing to hire me part time and I could learn while making some money at the same time! 💝 im sure a place like that, especially in a smaller town probably knows some subs or handy men too to potentially refer to someone like me and my husband - especially if I was doing one aspect of the project where it may be more efficient, even cheaper, to use multiple people or get it done faster! Sorry, long winded female here! 😂 Just excited to be participating and sharing stories in the industry! Ps we are in Vancouver WA area, close to Portland OR . If anyone knows of any classes, mentors, or good shops I might want to check out as far as residential home construction building from scratch, please let me know! I’d love to learn welding also. 🙏🏼💙 Thank you for allowing me to share.
@chrismader3689 Жыл бұрын
The Richie Bros thing reminds me of our old bucket truck. It came from I80 Bucket Truck Sales in Illinois which suspiciously had a fire right before they were going to be investigated by the state. It had the 6.0 Powerstroke which they said was bullet poofed (it was always in the shop) and anything they didn’t spray paint white was sprayed with black bed liner.
@JEast-qb8nq Жыл бұрын
Mr. STANLEY HEADS UP @10:15 the control switch. If it moves down slightly it’ll seem like you have very very slow movement it’s causing a bleed over between cat/deer it drove me crazy for about a hour until I figured out what was going on. And I’ve had cat, komatsu,deer, and Bobcat. My kubota by far is the best. That’s 20 yrs of experience with the 14,000lb excavators and down. Plus the two thumb options slim and wide for easy cleaning up right from the factory. Everything else is one style.
@JEast-qb8nq Жыл бұрын
Forgot to say It only happens if it gets bumped with your leg it doesn’t just move.
@8978Marty Жыл бұрын
Congrats on your Kubota KX040. I am out in Northern California and last year bought a U17 Kubota from my local dealer GARTON Tractor. I have never been disappointed in my purchase. We of course are a pretty good span away size wise but for what the machine is capable of for the size they are amazing. I looked at others and design and being the Manufacturer name through and through was a deciding factor. I have made modifications to the Thumb and have a few other ideas for foot control track peddles. I couldn't tell if yours has foot peddles but I am sure you know it makes operation more functional. I'll keep keeping an eye out for future videos
@alexbruski1138 Жыл бұрын
I am taking delivery in the next few days of a new 1.8 KG (4,500 lb.) VOTE Machinery VTW-18 mini-excavator with thumb, cab, and adjustable width tracks purchased from China. I could not find anything used or new under $25,000.00 in my area (Seattle, WA), that was under 6,000 lbs., that I can easily get into back yards going through gates and narrow spaces between houses. The cost from Vote machinery was $11,800.00 new. There was $2,100.00 in shipping and warehouse fees, and there will be sales tax and Federal import taxes as well on top of that. I expect to be into the machine under $16,000.00 when all is said and done. It has a Kabota power train. Good luck with your new Kabota.
@chopboss Жыл бұрын
My plumbing and drain company uses a kx-074 and so far it’s been amazing. There’s about 400 hours on it and never gave us an issue yet.
@ulsterpropertyservices8511 Жыл бұрын
Great machine I love mine. Money maker. Some great attachments.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Yesssir
@nickwallace9955 Жыл бұрын
So I just bought a JD 35D back in October from a independent dealer and after going threw it replacing some things that were pied together and cleaning it up. It appears to not be a bad machine but for what I paid for it if I could do it all over I probably would have bought a Sany with a 5 year warranty included.
@diegoballesteros3911 Жыл бұрын
I own the exact same machine except with the very rare six way blade. Great little machine with 1500hrs and I've had very few issues. Issues have been that I found that the pins and bushings wear out a bit faster then they should and ive had the main pin that holds the bucket and thumb break once due to a faulty part. Other than that I'd buy it again any day.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Good to know thanks for sharing
@michaeltabone2676 Жыл бұрын
I prefer yanmar, but dealer support is key, you have a good relationship with your salesmen.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Absolutely 👌
@TonyTorres-jj8ku Жыл бұрын
Nice machine!
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Sure hope so 😁
@rogerbing5314 Жыл бұрын
Takeuchi are my machine of choice. They make monster skidsteers.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Gotta love them monster beasts 😈
@NuDig55 Жыл бұрын
+1 for Takeuchi!
@jessefelter2995 Жыл бұрын
I bought this same excavator new about a year ago. I have 330hrs on it now and it has been great! No problems. I’m really happy with it. I’m sure you will be too.
@rerolley Жыл бұрын
You were down in my neck of the woods, one town over.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Cool beans! You got some pretty neat equipment around ya haha
@user-jw3hk8iw1k Жыл бұрын
I own a 19 kx-057-4 Best mini ive ever ran. 0 problems and strong as hell. Id buy another one without even thinking about it.Way better than a cat.
@tonynewton7902 Жыл бұрын
Nice one Stan. 👍👍🏴🏴
@vernongilles3244 Жыл бұрын
I can’t believe you came to my neck of the woods to buy equipment!
@brianwilton8555 Жыл бұрын
great video and great machines you purchased
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
I hope so 😁
@jeffmonroe9766 Жыл бұрын
You definitely made the right choice . Until you have problems with the regeneration system. I'm speaking of a 40 from 3yrs ago we paid $ 5500. To have it fixed while it was still under warranty. In Kubotas defence could've been just a fluke or maybe the wrong dealer. When it ran it was beyond perfect. Never heard of anyone else having the same problem???
@jaytomson7052 Жыл бұрын
You bought Kubota... you bought right.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
good to know- Thank you!
@hustlehumbly6169 Жыл бұрын
Love the kubotas articulating blade
@daved70247 ай бұрын
That's one sweet Kubota KX 40. Love the Orange 🍊 club trailer. I love Kubota and Takeuchi both excellent high quality machines. Enjoy and God bless 🙏
@rgivens11466 Жыл бұрын
Love my KX040-4.
@EchoTangoSuitcase Жыл бұрын
You asked about buying from a municipality, but I'm going to go ahead and say that buying from a tool rental place can be a good idea. Here's the bottom line: The machines might get beaten on, but the rental business has a pretty large CAPEX in them, and they have to take care of them. I would suggest the following considerations: 1. Bigger (medium and up) companies generally have a really nice maintenance facility setup. Not that little Mom & Pop shops can't take good care of their equipment, but I've rented from a variety of places over the years, and the kind of shop they have is going to be a good indicator of how well their equipment is cared for. Not perfect, but good. 2. Buy from someplace you rent from on a regular basis, because you'll know if their stuff is ragged out or in good shape. 3. If you're a regular customer, you'll be in a position to find out about good deals.
@WeykampLandscape Жыл бұрын
I have a KX040-4 and 2 U17-3s. Love them all. Haven’t had one issue on any of the machines in 5 years of owning them. Always impressed how much the U17 can move and lift for such a narrow track width.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Yess you’re making even more pumped about it
@WeykampLandscape Жыл бұрын
I’m excited to see you and the guys using it in videos! Keep them coming!
@WeykampLandscape Жыл бұрын
On our KX040. We run a 3’ smooth digging bucket. Use it 90% of the time as it can move material much more efficiently. Only switch to the tooth bucket when digging in very hard soil or maybe dealing with tricky armour stone that is hard to grab. Also have a 12” trenching bucket. Highly recommend that as well if doing any sort of trench. Works well for taking out stubborn stumps too.
@mrslkungpowchikn1206 Жыл бұрын
@@WeykampLandscapelike a holly tree?! We had a huge one and I have been beating the heck out of our John Deere trying to get it and killing my back with a ton of hand digging and reciprocating sawing! The main challenge I think is that it is only 1 ft from our neighborhood’s plywood paneled fense (oops!) AND we are trying to remove it from our patio area we were prepping for flag stone so the base is mostly sand!! So I can’t get any good footing and have really screwed up my husband’s pre flag stone prep work with some nice hills and trenches trying to get that dang stump out! I WILL be queen 👸🏻 of the Hollywood tree, if it’s the last thing I do!! 😡 😂
@beaumershon3066 Жыл бұрын
I love my Sany SY50U
@stevensmithers4 ай бұрын
I really like my bobcat E42. Sub 10'000lbs class. Handles stacking 2x2x4 concrete blocks. Feels very stable. Runs a 36" class 4 tooth bucket just fine. I personally felt the kubota was under powered wile digging but would buy one for trail work in a heartbeat for the track speed. My E42 feels slow and sluggish tracking up hills.
@mottyfischer6604 Жыл бұрын
We own a kx080-4 kx057-4 u35-4 u55-5. The 55 is a real beast
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Yeah buddy 👊
@DodgeRamCan Жыл бұрын
In my area I am planning on buying a CAT next year. Biggest reason is they have the best parts and service infrastructure in my area. They might cost a little more but so does having a broken down machine.
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Very true!
@noelgonzalez6303 Жыл бұрын
I own two of the KX-080 machines Great machine’s no problems ! done a lot of excavation and wood clearing with the machines
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info!
@tomstradinger5958 Жыл бұрын
Nice machine, thanks good luck.
@pavelkolp Жыл бұрын
23:50 LOL! That definitely regretted letting you do that.
@billygrossjr.5585 Жыл бұрын
Good for you getting the angle blade. Once you have one it’s hard to go back! Our kubota mini has been excellent!
@brianlettrich1944 Жыл бұрын
Corey is a great guy bought many machines from him!
@Dirtmonkey Жыл бұрын
That’s cool! Small world after all
@repairfreak Жыл бұрын
Nice machine from everything I see. I also agree with others on the store owners professionalism, knowledge, and salesmanship skills. If I ever needed to buy a excavator that is more than a micro mini machine, “that I could actually afford”, your size machine would be a wonderful option. Thanks for the cool video. God bless. ✌️😎👍
@stevecarr7338 Жыл бұрын
I bought a new Bobcat e35i in 2015. Extended long arm, cab. In the 8 years so far it's been amazing.
@xxxmikeyjock Жыл бұрын
can you tell Kubota "a thumb is NOT an aux hydraulic attachment". it is dangerous to have the thumb turned off every time you lift the safety bar
@jimz.438 Жыл бұрын
That is the biggest True Value store I've ever seen!