TIPS ON MATCHING GRADE IN A DOZER & Where MONSTER Comes From

TIPS ON MATCHING GRADE IN A DOZER & Where MONSTER Comes From | Drain Tile Heavy Equipment Vlog-Day 3

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3 жыл бұрын

Today is Day 3 wrapping up out in the farmer's field where we'll be smoothing some topsoil. As usual, I'll be including some heavy equipment operator tips - bulldozer tips and tricks and tips on matching grade in a bulldozer.
1:30 This video will have more duel cam footage of the controls in the bulldozer along with some bulldozer tips and tricks.
1:44 Tips on how to grade in a bulldozer
8:24 Tracking backwards in a bulldozer
18:37 Where Monster comes from...
19:39 More grading tips
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@searchingforwings 11 ай бұрын

Helpful tip, when you are moving a sizable windrow, work backward. With your blade at full pivot, keep your inward tip on the load side and outward tip on the completed side, the deflection helps steer so you can put more horsepower to the ground in addition to the blade angle slicing rather than sheering. This was one of my biggest discoveries and I work circles around the other guys.

@roberthoweiv2889 3 жыл бұрын

I've been operating for almost 17 yrs & I will always remember the 1st time I got on a Dozer & the guy who started teaching me. The 1st thing he told me was "the thing about a Dozer, it's all about the feel in your ass" I told him "I don't wanna feel anything in my ass" lol then it started to make sense

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Haha great point! Of all the things to feel in your ass, this is one of the only beneficial ones. Thanks for watching brother!

@carrollsanders9376 3 жыл бұрын

That works until you run a dozer long enough that you can't feel your ass, Had a Buddy that had a wiskey bottle glued to his big old Allischamblers Dozer. He had a black line across it, so he could make sure the dozer carrage stayed level.

@kevinongitokaloo8063 3 жыл бұрын

can get your contact

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

@@kevinongitokaloo8063 email me at thatdiggerdude@gmail.com

@BartSimpson-nr1dy 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Prior to your videos, I had very little experience in earth moving equipment. Now, since watching these videos, I’ve leveled my lot, used a Cat excavator to dig the foundations and basement for my new home so you have saved me a bundle. Very very difficult to operate this equipment but had a little time in a bobcat so the controls were not super foreign to me. We all understand the kids and sleepless night. Hope you’re rested and thanks a bunch

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this! I'm happy I was able to help you out. If you have any questions about a phase of your project don't hesitate to shoot me a message or an email and I'll do my best to help you out.

@bladehand2411 2 жыл бұрын

My guy Straight Slappin Down. I’ve been running a New Gen D3 for last few months cutting Right Of Ways for a trenching crew. And you just killed it with the tips.

@DieselandIron 2 жыл бұрын

So glad it was helpful, thanks for watching! Here's another dozer tips video that may be helpful kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fK9kqtR8t826e40.html

@ConstructionMachineryChannel 3 жыл бұрын

That Monster grows like crazy throughout the Midwest! We have a lot of it in the Chicago area too 👍🏻

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Fields as far as the eye can see...

@jimmyroberson6350 3 жыл бұрын

Another satisfying video, like the split screen shots 👍

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jimmy! I appreciate it man.

@johnpaulacuzar3398 2 жыл бұрын

i am running a d8t caterpillar dozer to a dreging project here at the philipines reclamation to make a new airport here from where i am and i want to thank you,i learn a lot from you not only in the equipment and job but also in my personal life.godbless you.

@DieselandIron 2 жыл бұрын

That sounds like an awesome project! Send over some pictures on Instagram and we will feature you! Thanks for the comment brother!

@darrellmabry699 3 жыл бұрын

Yes the "ass Level". New operators need to learn to trust and use the ass level. That's so funny you used that term. That's exactly what I've told someone before when they asked me how do I know if it's level. Good stuff man. Do more.

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it brother! Everyone laughs when I use that term but there's not a more accurate description for it. The ass tells the truth too. Your eyes will swear up and down the grade is running uphill until you get in the dozer. The ass level confirms your grade is draining downhill.

@derekhaddlesey4683 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your videos I have experience but love seeing some of the tips and tricks ppl told me you use so obviously there ones to follow

@DieselandIron 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I appreciate you following!

@MattyIcedYoMomma22xxx 9 ай бұрын

You can never learn enough theres always more to know that somoene else may not know about anything and everything.

@johnpaulacuzar3398 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the advise idol,..i am also making mistakes but i learn a lot so now i am better for what i am...

@DieselandIron 2 жыл бұрын

The best way to learn is to screw up!

@Engine201 3 жыл бұрын

Good work and nice video!

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@PRITAMMINING 3 жыл бұрын

Good work,,smooth and flat

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate it.

@dimsumlee1115 3 жыл бұрын

When I was a new operator learning ass level I went to Canadian tire to get 2 camper carved grade levels. I installed one on the front and on the side. It made it exponentially easier to keep level and cut slopes.

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

There are a surprising amount of guys in the industry that do this. It's a great idea.

@idr82 3 жыл бұрын

waaw ,, good job ,, I wish you the best, and I follow your video, and I hope you will give the best for me.

@mattwilliams6720 Жыл бұрын

Gotta be there in person

@dirty.diggers 3 жыл бұрын

Always did wonder where monster came from!! Now I know it’s grown on fields lol That fuel cap things does happen. Had many guys forget all together to put them back after fueling... happened to me before as well lol but some guys did it a few to many times 😒 lol need one of those angry Canadian rants

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Haha ya, all it would've taken was you tenderly voicing your opinion and I would've been to scared to let it happen again! 😂. Thanks for watching Andrew!

@dirty.diggers 3 жыл бұрын

@@DieselandIron lots of good dozer tips in there! 👌

@derekhaddlesey4683 2 жыл бұрын

Doing a fine job you showed up up hahaha

@DieselandIron 2 жыл бұрын

haha right! Showing up is half the battle!

@svelements Жыл бұрын

Do you have any tips on measuring depth when excavating using the machine/surrounding area? I try to use the weld marks on the blade but find the windrows of the slot really throw me off.

@DieselandIron Жыл бұрын

If you are maintaining a certain depth for a long enough time then I will put a spray paint mark on the back of the blade at times. Your cutting edge is another good indicator as it is about 6-8 inches above the bottom of your blade.

@gibsonlandscapeconstructio7984 3 жыл бұрын

I did that early in the winter with the loader! Good thing I noticed 20 ft away from the pump!! Opps!! I think we all have done that! Good vid Bryan🤙

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks James! I really wanted to convey we are all human, we all make mistakes. Glad you caught yours before you had to buy a new $70 fuel cap!

@gibsonlandscapeconstructio7984 3 жыл бұрын

@@DieselandIron me too!! 🤙

@vr5.s507 3 жыл бұрын

Brian can you make a video using gps self leveling system with elevation data was prefer to dozer. Tia

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

I'm working to find a contractor (or dealer) that will help me out on this. I'll get this going as soon as I can. Thanks for watching!

@mikegeorge991 3 жыл бұрын

You should do a video on how to deal with big ego’d supervisors who nit picks everything a persons does

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

I'll try to do a video on telling a bad foreman to "fuck off." At the end of the day, you don't deserve to be treated like shit and in this job market you can go wherever you'd like.

@mattwilliams6720 Жыл бұрын

Only so much a video can do

@DieselandIron Жыл бұрын

Yep

@renerodriguez1876 Жыл бұрын

Do the same tips apply when matching grade in the sand?

@DieselandIron Жыл бұрын

Material won't matter, technique will be the same. Thanks for the comment!

@Tjmasucci 3 жыл бұрын

Try Bang energy drink, I never drank energy drinks b4 I tried Bang. And they sure are Bangin! Lol

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

I'll try to remember this the next time I'm at the store. I'll give it a shot!

@arranmorfeld1991 3 жыл бұрын

Just wondering.. if you are filling an area to the side .. why not turn around at end of push, instead of backing up..? I'm only half way thru your great vid.. so maybe you answered that .. 🤔😊.. also, I love the camera views of the machine and blade with a top down of your controls 👍

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Great question! I can't remember if I talk about that in this one or the previous video. There was a low spot in the middle of this area that I needed to bring material forward to fill. Under normal circumstances you are exactly right, I was making passes in both directions. Thanks for watching and thanks for the question!

@arranmorfeld1991 3 жыл бұрын

@@DieselandIron .. right on 👍.. yea I figured what your goal was there.. 👍.. some folks might be wondering why we back all the way.. hey, I think you were in a cat .. D4 maybe.. Im a huge fan of JD dozers and excavators.. what's your favorite dozer and or excavator to sit in all day..? I don't mind cat, case, komatsu, etc.. but in my opinion.. JD has the balance right on their dozers and 10+ton excavators.. (Kubota is my favorite mini and skid steer) .. cheers man.. get some rest!! 😉

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

@@arranmorfeld1991 in my opinion kobelco puts out the best excavators. As far as a size class I really like the Cat 349 weight class (50 ton). As far as dozers go, I really like the Cat D6T or the case 2050M. Both of those machines push like nobody's business.

@LegitMorales 2 жыл бұрын

Hey do you have any BG tips? I'm using it alot where I'm at. I was just thrown on it with not much guidance. I want to improve. I'm mainly smoothing roads, finger roads, and winrows that the dozens create.

@DieselandIron 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry, maybe I'm being a little slow....what's BG stand for? I may or may not have tips depending on what you are looking for 😂😂

@LegitMorales 2 жыл бұрын

@@DieselandIron I think it's a back grader or box grader. Is there a way I can send you a photo? I'm a step one apprentice for a union on California

@DieselandIron 2 жыл бұрын

@@LegitMorales shoot me a picture at thatdiggerdude@gmail.com

@LegitMorales 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks I'll send it sometime today bro

@johnschwingle4568 2 жыл бұрын

I am new to your channel. I was wondering why you didn't turn at the end and grade both directions instead of backing up. If this is covered in another video let me know so I can view it also. Thank you for spreading your knowledge to the rest of us. Just bought a nice 1988 Fiat Allis FD7 LGP.

@DieselandIron 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for taking a bit to get back with you. This was simply because of where the material needed to end up. If I was only leveling the material then I would've graded in both directions. In this circumstance the dirt needed to be pushed towards one end that was short on dirt. Thanks for watching and have fun grading in your old beast!

@dozerboy67 3 жыл бұрын

Ccol video bud! I’m curious, why don’t you use a blade for that? Thanks for the video!

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I didn't have access to one. I'm stuck using the equipment provided for me at this job which happened to be a D5. Thanks for watching Phillip!

@MattyIcedYoMomma22xxx 9 ай бұрын

Equipment isnt cheap bro and neither are wages and costs are high. Tight market anywhere and everywhere, jobs gotta get done though, bills need paid @@DieselandIron

@MattyIcedYoMomma22xxx 9 ай бұрын

Where are you based out of if you dont mind me asking?@@DieselandIron

@DieselandIron 9 ай бұрын

@@MattyIcedYoMomma22xxx I'm in central Michigan.

@matthewgreene1823 9 ай бұрын

@@DieselandIron Nice I’m outta Boston,MA.

@Filzkiiz 3 жыл бұрын

YesSiRr!! G"day...g"Day there mR B".. LoL!! Awesome Advice Mate! Never driveN a dOzeR...so every little bit Of knowledge I can sQUeeze Off yahh...is GoLD!👍👊😎! Haha!! CheeRz brO!! Ohh..nd de camera work isss much Appreciated!! LoL!!

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

You gotta get in a dozer man! That's one of the finest seats on the job!

@Filzkiiz 3 жыл бұрын

@@DieselandIron yehh bro...love tO...but dOzeR work is more out in de country & iN de Mines...iM more close to town..in more suburban area!! Haha!! But wiL definately have a go at 1!! LoL

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

@@Filzkiiz what are you running mostly where you are at?

@Filzkiiz 3 жыл бұрын

@@DieselandIron mostly excavator...last time i sat in a doser is wen i was working on de Roads...did dat for 4-5 years ago..then went into steelfixing, pre cast for the bridges, pile working, Jackhammering, concrete cutting.now...My expertise are more Carpentry, FormWork!! But like you said..doNt skiP dat shovel time...Mate...If U caNt operate a shovel..den I'm afraid this AiNt de industry for yahh...haha!! LoL!! But yehh...Been iN Construction industry while I was at schoo in grade 9-10l durin breaks... NoW 30+ yrs later..& I'm still here!! Haha!! Love it Mate!! Love where Construction can take you!! As long as ur willing to put in..its a very satisfying career..at least for ME!! Haha!!

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

@@Filzkiiz that's awesome! This business is really rewarding if you put the work in. You nailed that on the head.

@nikolaitownsend1239 Жыл бұрын

Why did some of the grass look blue, was that editing or paint?

@DieselandIron Жыл бұрын

Editing. I play with colors to make the look a little more interesting.

@StefanBacon 3 жыл бұрын

When you say a hair do you mean two and a half thou or less than a 10 th?

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

It's been so long since I edited this video I don't even know what you're referencing! Was it a serious comment or me fucking around? 😂

@phillipredfern6461 3 жыл бұрын

Ok, question...I've run dozers for years - 8,9,10 and 11's, all high track. The question is: how do you keep from making a motocross track with them flat track crawlers? I can grade well enough to keep the motor grader doing more important things than following me...until I jump in the crawler! Any tips, tricks or advise? You do exceptional work btw!

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly? A shitload of seat time 😂 The high track component isn't what plays a role into keeping grade, it's the length of the track base. You're used to the large dozers where your tracks bridge any bumps in your grade and you're able to stay smooth as your ride over them. As your track base gets shorter the impact of your peaks and valleys gets exponentially worse. The only way to work through that is to just spend more time running the small machines. I've always said, if you want to know if you can REALLY run a dozer, finish grade a lot with a D3. It will humble you quick! Thanks for watching Phillip! I hopes that answers your question and thanks for the compliment!

@carrollsanders9376 3 жыл бұрын

With a small dozer if you make a huge speed bump stop, swing around wipe it out from the side, or come back half blade though it, don't keep running over it and making the first mistake worse. Also with a small dozer ser blade to roll dirt and cut out hard spots, then finnish grade with loose material. A smaller dozer doesn't have the horse power and weight to cut hard material and finnish grade in one pass.

@MattyIcedYoMomma22xxx 9 ай бұрын

Not that its a huge deal, but the exhaust right in front of you is kind of a nuisance no? Clearly in the way of your vision no? Youd think theyd make it off to the back or side right? ANyone have the same thoughts? Not trying to judge just wondering...

@DieselandIron 9 ай бұрын

When you run a dozer you rarely look straight out the front of the cab. You spend almost all of your time watching your blade tips. The exhaust location isn't really an issue.

@hotsince8760 2 жыл бұрын

I strugle a lot with my training cause i can t trim.at all im up and down all the time

@hotsince8760 2 жыл бұрын

Update :i failed the training , i will try one more time for the new year i need a better trainer not one to tell me "i don t know you have to feel.it "

@DieselandIron 2 жыл бұрын

Take it slow at first. Realize that speed will come with time. Also make sure you are inputting fine adjustments on the blade. Any drastic adjustment will make the machine change pitch quickly and will be difficult to compensate for as a new operator. If you are in a heavy, sticky material such as clay, take small passes and don't try to hog it all out in one go. Sticky materials chunk out and you'll never get a nice finish taking bigger cuts.

@hotsince8760 2 жыл бұрын

@@DieselandIron i notice late on my last day that i need to go slowly but it was to late :(

@DieselandIron 2 жыл бұрын

@@hotsince8760 Will you have another chance to get on a dozer? You can absolutely practice these skills in a tracked skid steer as well.

@MattyIcedYoMomma22xxx 9 ай бұрын

Its gonna take time and practice and any owner or operator will tell you the same thing, we need way more operators in this field though all over the country. Its getting pretty bad I feel like.

@derekhaddlesey4683 2 жыл бұрын

Just trying to find a company your not just a seat filler I get compliments all the time yet can't get off that scraper dozer a little bit but do I have to start digging basements so they kick me off cause I jump up on slopes with 31's and make them shine. I figured after this many years I would find a company that isn't massive or get in with the right ppl and I find that harder than getting work lending with the crew. You don't fit in they can make your life hell and hate your job. You just have to remember your not there to make friends. Just give me some experience and my Kay cheque lol 😂

@DieselandIron 2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes it just takes awhile to get noticed. Unfortunately it happens but the best advice I can give is to keep your head down and keep working hard. Someone will take notice eventually and the payoff is worth it. Thanks for the comment Derek!

@derekhaddlesey4683 2 жыл бұрын

@@DieselandIron thanks brother I appreciate the advice I will keep giving it my best and that's really all I can do. Love your channel you guys are some awesome operators. All the advice you give is very helpful. Especially if your green then this video's are a huge help or even just to brush up on somethings you could have forgotten.

@MattyIcedYoMomma22xxx 9 ай бұрын

The problem most places are over populated and then theres no work anywhere. We need to develop other state and send workers that are trained to go to other undeveloped states and save this country and bring things back up to speed. Indiana, Kentucky, WV, Kansas, Colorodo, Mississippi Oklahoma and many more Midwest states I am talking to you guys. Our entire economy cant just be 4 states.

@robertstroh4803 Жыл бұрын

What type of dozer are you using?

@DieselandIron Жыл бұрын

This was a Cat D5K. Fantastic little dozer for finish grading.

@renaldogomez4008 3 жыл бұрын

Question why is the fuel red ??

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Here in the US fuel is taxed if it is used on the roads. Off road diesel is dyed red so if you use it in an onroad vehicle the police can easily dip your tank and find out.

@jeangeara4584 3 жыл бұрын

Top KZfaqr actually I am lebanese

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

Are you currently living in Lebanon or are you here in the States?

@jeangeara4584 3 жыл бұрын

@@DieselandIron Lebanon I am from lebanese so do you still talk to me

@jeangeara4584 3 жыл бұрын

@@DieselandIron a lot youtubers blocked me life is tuff

@jeangeara4584 3 жыл бұрын

@@DieselandIron I am lebanese and I am in Lebanon so I am surprised that you are still talking to me

@DieselandIron 3 жыл бұрын

@@jeangeara4584 you always contribute positive comments. I don't know why they would block you

@guidocasero1178 Жыл бұрын

Only in a hierarchical system like we have here in America where the employer is the king and the employee is the surf do you get bitched at. In a co-op system where you are an equal (in the meaning where you share from the Surplus everyone generates) bitches at you because you ran over a fuel cap, you are expected to learn from it and mover on.

@DieselandIron Жыл бұрын

It does make me laugh at the number of comments I get on videos from guys saying, "I get paid by the hour bud," like it's some sort of flex. Let's rephrase that to say what you really mean: I do a shit job because I don't care about my craft, I'm here to collect a paycheck. This industry needs to shift it's whole mentality on the way we view our jobs and our trade. Thanks for the comment brother!

@aledhughes1513 Жыл бұрын

But a jack of all trades is better than a master of ONE

@MattyIcedYoMomma22xxx 9 ай бұрын

Thats what i do when SHTF and I mean its expected anymore tbh. What are we supposed to do not make money because an industry is struggling? Construction and maintenance never dies.

@tigerpjm 8 ай бұрын

So basically use it as a grader....

@DieselandIron 8 ай бұрын

Isn't a dozer a grader with tracks?

@tigerpjm 8 ай бұрын

@@DieselandIron Pretty much! Less so if it's a four-way blade like I use every day. But I still get offended if I see a grader anywhere near my work...