Why I Bought a CAT Track Loader

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@jackbenson8900 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for going over the cost because a lot of KZfaqrs are scared to and it really helps me understand more about these different purchases.

@HAXMAN 2 жыл бұрын

You can do a lot of stuff that a skid steer does with a tractor but the skid steer does those particular things way faster and better. Not to mention how fun they are to operate.

@HAXMAN 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChuckP25. Well, well, look who’s here. 😄

@sglacf 2 жыл бұрын

Tractor will run him over

@Forestryman707 2 жыл бұрын

Why did you chose the 249 over the 259?

@kenkurtenbach9780 Жыл бұрын

@hamilde 2 жыл бұрын

I love seeing people get Cat machines. I spent almost 40 years at Cat and retired a year and a half ago. In the early 80's I was on the team that designed Cat's first backhoe loader.

@wranglerstar 2 жыл бұрын

The 416

@hamilde 2 жыл бұрын

@@wranglerstar yes, the 416, 426, 428, 436, and 446 (which got canceled). I designed the buckets, extendable sticks, and several other parts of those machines.

@thoroughlytossed5715 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Cody, plant mechanic from Australia here, they are a great little machine definitely a good choice the 249 over the 239. Highly recommend getting a 4 in 1 bucket to go with it it will ad so much versatility. Also Pro tip get a cat padlock and put it through the hydraulic cap lid, I've seen many operators in a rush fill the hydraulics with Diesel by mistake. Good luck and happy digging

@wranglerstar 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!

@hustlehumbly6169 2 жыл бұрын

@@wranglerstar I put diesel in the hydraulic at work once 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️, let’s just say I no longer work there

@castillejan 2 жыл бұрын

@@wranglerstar I made a separate comment but I thought I'd hijack this one to make sure you saw it. A couple of notes on the machine. Make sure to have the fuel tank and lines on the system fully checked for debris before you take it out of the dealer's. The nature of the particle filter on these makes it super common for gunk to get in there, and if it does it'll put the machine in a state of constant stall. Left alone it'll trash the system. I've known people who've had to replace the entire fuel pump and one guy who needed a whole new carburetor. Debris from the tank made its way in and bricked the whole assembly, though how specifically he managed it I've never quite figured out. In a vehicle as dirty as this that's been used by people who clearly didn't care too much about it, those are the two big things I'd check, because they're not visible from the outside, but are potentially catastrophic a few months down the line. All well and good if the dealer will fix them, not great if the machine goes down after a blizzard

@701chevy9 2 жыл бұрын

@@castillejan a carburetor? This is a 2020 diesel... carbs haven't been used since the 80's lol

@thoroughlytossed5715 2 жыл бұрын

@@hustlehumbly6169 easy mistake after they moved the location of the hyd cap behind the machine instead of under the lift arm hence the tip lol

@nanocofocclo440 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent, Cody just bought a machine for snow removal which almost guarantees very little snow this season! WOOT!!

@vandall2518 2 жыл бұрын

Cody, even with very the low hours, you should buy a filter head with a filter and get some couplers and a couple hoses made and run the auxiliary hydraulics through the filter and then you know if there’s any contaminants within the system you can put them in that filter. And then change both hydraulic filters on the machine. It would make for a great video. Congrats on the machines God bless you Brother.

@janedoe-ch4hv 2 жыл бұрын

Indeed this would be really great to see, what a great tek

@jmount411 2 жыл бұрын

Having extra hoses is a must. If one goes your machine is down for the count and its a easy fix to replace if you have extras on hand. Ive seen newer hoses let go and old ones with the metal braid exposed last a million years. Kind of just dumb luck i guess.

@simonthebroken9691 2 жыл бұрын

Love to see this. Great idea.

@rontopping2048 2 жыл бұрын

No need just change filters in machine, all flow goes through filters in machine. Make some hoses are you ok ?

@gearheadted5110 2 жыл бұрын

How happy people in Cody's area must be to have him for a neighbor.

@MrMadeinthe80s 2 жыл бұрын

"The amount of damage you can do in 100 hours is pretty small." Temp guy: Hold my beer.

@anichols5845 2 жыл бұрын

Andrew Camarata….hold my beer

@superjakoboy 2 жыл бұрын

@@anichols5845 Andrew can do it though cuz he Buys them at literally 1/10th of the Cost of this one. Just like his trucks they work for him not vice versa.

@jamesfinney8841 2 жыл бұрын

Damn temp guy always drinking beer at work.

@anichols5845 2 жыл бұрын

@@superjakoboy very true….and he fixes them himself.

@Labshharktrx 2 жыл бұрын

flipped a tractor the first hour i worked there

@jaywest4102 2 жыл бұрын

If dealer installed hi flow kit doesn’t come with upgraded oil cooler, look into adding it.

@Dastachesquatch 2 жыл бұрын

The windows pop out from the inside, there’s a grease zero on the final drive that gets missed a lot. As well as zerks on the boom arm, easiest to get to them is lift the boom and use the maintenance arm.

@jasonturner1045 2 жыл бұрын

the "Sweet Loaf" will need a bigger sand box to run that thing in.

@William-Bill-Munny 2 жыл бұрын

Jack can get his feet wet on a possible future business. It's a win win!

@mattspevak7944 2 ай бұрын

buying a 249 locally this week from an owner-operator who took ridiculously good care of it. machine looks brand new besides a couple wear marks on the front edge of the 4 in 1. really excited to get it down to our new place and start using it to develop the property.

@rud 2 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to see the snowblower on that this winter and with all those comfort features, you never want to get out of it again. 😀

@shaneoakley8757 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent machines Sir! We run the 289 D3 tracked loader with a 4 in 1 bucket, the articulating log grapple and pallet forks. That enclosed cab is so nice on a cold snowy day with a little heat running. Exciting!

@chrishuff4503 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Really happy for you a sweet deal came along. Looking forward to the upcoming videos in action.

@blankspot2263 2 жыл бұрын

Nice unit... Skid Steers are a ton of fun and very practical, especially in tight spaces!!

@GeoBurdo 2 жыл бұрын

Good on you bro. It's a joy to see your hard work paying off and being able to buy these tools and equipment to make your life easier. They're also investments, knowing Jack can run any of this equipment if he needed to. I'm sure there is still haters but good for you sir!

@wcvp 2 жыл бұрын

My friend got a 2003ish New Holland skid steer (has tires, not tracks unfortunately) with about 70HP for $13k. And man is that thing is amazing and so much fun to drive, it's like playing in a massive sandbox as a kid. His uses pedals for the lift/curl instead of the joysticks though and I'm pretty sure other than the seatbelt lockout, lights, and starter it could be run without any electrical. Leaps and bounds ahead of using his tractor with the loader...

@meadowviewlawncarellc8079 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the purchase. I think you got a good deal. As someone who owns a yanmar tlb, mini ex and a cat 259d, there’s no replacing the dedicated equipment for a job. I tell people the tractor is like a leatherman, it can do everything just nothing as good as the tool it’s replacing. It’s not gonna grade like a skid steer or dig as nice as a excavator. Best of luck with it!

@willhikearizona 2 жыл бұрын

For those wondering... the standard hydraulic flow is 18 gpm, high is 26 gpm. Also it is a Cat C2.2 engine. Very nice machine Cody, someday I may get one....

@nathanscrivener4633 2 жыл бұрын

Just an east coast guy talking but, I am So glad to see you finally get a skid steer. I have been watching since almost the beginning and you have come along way. So many projects that you have done I have thought to myself "If he only had a skid steer that would be so much easier". Having grown up on a farm and in the construction industry its hard to imagine doing some of the things that you have done without one. You now have the professional homeowner trifecta: Farm tractor, Skid steer, and Mini-excavator. I think you will find that the skid steer and the dump trailer go together like peas and carrots.

@alphonsotate2982 2 жыл бұрын

You did real real good with Cat to get that price

@fuzzmanmatt 2 жыл бұрын

I work for a Cat rental store, we replace the doors with polycarbonate versions as soon as customers break them. For a while we must have had a batch that weren't tempered correctly, because they were shattering just from the AC running in the machines. That heated seat is a great place to be in the winter with a push box on the front!

@Mobileweldingsolutions760 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Cody, we always ran bobcat. A few years ago we switched to cat and they are worth their weight in gold. Total work horse and so versatile...all you need is a dump truck and you'd have yourself a skid steer mini x combo! Happy for you

@nitherin6440 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, Mr. Wranglerstar, I would very much enjoy a video on why you chose CAT. Maybe it's because of the one you saved on your one wheel.

@tylerbeck3806 2 жыл бұрын

God bless. We are very fortunate to have your guidance and influence on KZfaq!

@tonyn3123 2 жыл бұрын

A note to remember...if it was used in a quarry, the bearings get eaten pretty fast with the rock dust. I assume 100 hours it is not hurt, but something to keep in mind. I would run some good grease on all the fittings to clear out anything that may have gotten in.

@jgstevens5169 2 жыл бұрын

Right... Have the dealer pump in good quaity clean grease. They can clean up after themselves before they deliver it to you.

@mattcoleman596 2 жыл бұрын

You should look into a 4 in 1 bucket. It’s all we have in Australia for our skid steers and one of the most versatile attachments made.

@jimbrown8818 2 жыл бұрын

Other than possibly the cab noise, you're going to love this CAT. You might consider a brush cutter attachment if you have some land to clear or maintain that's inaccessible with the Yanmar.

@htpadventures3989 2 жыл бұрын

Great purchase. Love my skid steer on my ranch.

@xxltuna4606 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing beats a good CAT track loader. Just got 2 brand new 2021 ones. One is a 259D3 and the other is a 289D3. Best machines I’ve ever used. And to keep the windows clean a good pressure washing seems to do the trick

@redwolfmedia1276 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so jealous 😫 I'm happy for ya brother. The Lord has blessed you,as well as he should. Thanks Cody for all your hard work!

@travislohman7367 2 жыл бұрын

Get an oil sample analyzed (engine and hydrologic) That will tell you everything you need to know.

@everydaybladesinc Жыл бұрын

Very smart purchase. My caterpillar skid steer was the best equipment purchase I ever made

@markbergthold6181 2 жыл бұрын

Good price. Purchased 2010 Bobcat T110 1500 hrs enclosed heated cab, 2 spd, 55” bucket, hiflo joysticks $24k, trucking from MO $2300. Was prev a rental. Have had to replace joysticks, treads, thermostat & hoses, elec fans & now the controller - it’s 11 yrs old. I wanted the smaller size, only made T110 2010-2019, 48” wide, 5200#. Had it 2 yrs, 100 hrs. If I had to do it over, would get a tad bigger, newer, and maybe a Cat.

@Jimmy_in_Mexico 2 жыл бұрын

I like CAT skid steer machines better than other brands. The controls are natural if you've ever run a dozer and a loader. They are the industry standard for a reason. Everybody else always try to copy or compare themselves to CAT because of that. Ease of operation and standardization of fluids. Parts availability and options. This truly is a great machine. I wouldn't go any smaller than the biggest one available.

@bobbailey4954 7 ай бұрын

Good deal I can’t wait to see it in operation

@neb4x4 2 жыл бұрын

Nice machine. CAT has great service. I’m not a CAT fan, they make good machines, and have good service. The reason I’m not a CAT fan, is because of their engines. I am a equipment mechanic for a rather large railroad… and the reason for not being a CAT fan, is we have to call them about 7 to 1 over Cummins or Deere due to emissions, or computer issues. With that being said, We could be working nights somewhere, have a failure that needs the CAT computer, make a call, and dude is there the next morning. I love their service. Cody, that will be a good machine for you for many years to come!

@johnbronco8678 2 жыл бұрын

Still enjoy this channel but this one and others I regularly enjoy (looking at you Outdoors with the Morgans) seem to be, primarily, about how much cool equipment they can accumulate and major projects they can spend big bucks on. Don't get me wrong, I don't begrudge any of you guys going this route. If I had the cash to do it I'd be stocking up on equipment as well. Just noting want seems to be a trend on some of these channels. Enjoy though!

@yayinternets 2 жыл бұрын

You have to understand that these purchases are business expenses for them; part of their business is bringing us along for the journey. You have to keep growing in life; if these channels just did the same content over and over it would get stale. But good on you for not begrudging them.. just realize it's not about showing off or anything like that. Cody presents without ego.

@arthurjurkowitsch9785 2 жыл бұрын

2 of the most needed toys for a homestead. Good luck with them. And have some fun. Keep up the great work.

@mikee5246 2 жыл бұрын

bought a 259 Love it!! It will become your favorite machine And FYI the red button release works when you run out of fuel.. It will definitely give you the Fiz....

@sneezeacres5240 2 жыл бұрын

Cant beat a skidloader.. I bought a 1840 case back in 2006 for 7000. had all new hydrostats on it and receipts to show.. I cleaned it up stripped it and repainted it.. shortly after was offered 12000 for it.. so YES they hold their value and not to mention how versatile they are. I still have the case.. use it weekly.. you said in a past vid you couldnt imagine not having the dump trailer....wait... youll be saying that about the loader...

@joebradley7595 2 жыл бұрын

That seems like a fantastic deal Cody. I ran a slightly bigger one of these machines in Australia doing civil construction wor for 2 years and I was constantly impressed by it.

@alanj7306 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, have those things gotten plush inside. That’s an awesome deal for it too. 100 hrs on it, basically like new, and you’re going to save $20k when it’s all said and done. I love buying used vehicles and have gotten some screaming deals in the past. It just takes a little bit of time, effort, and patience. Best is when you can buy something, use it for a couple years, and sell it for the same or even more than you paid. God bless and stay safe, my friend.

@orinkerr4393 2 жыл бұрын

Real nice and what a deal,glad you are sticking with cat!

@benf8487 2 жыл бұрын

Gotta say, skid steers are as handy as a shirt pocket. Got a 90's bobcat with a bunch of attachments that we use all the time on the farm.

@Cloud9ninja 2 жыл бұрын

For the high flow feature you should look into upgrading oil cooler..

@Robmancan1987 2 жыл бұрын

The brand someone should go with is the one local to you. There's not a huge difference between modern machines. But there is a huge difference between part and mechanic available in your area. Don't get a machine that your local mechanics and dealerships scratch their heads about.

@TheOffGridHunter 2 жыл бұрын

good advice!

@bogdanhaures414 2 жыл бұрын

I am sure that there would be people that would say you don't really need it. But... I tell you this, I would love to have the machines you do. Besides the utility around the house, just the peace of mind that they give you, that's really what you buy. Happy for you brother. Blessings from the EU!

@TheBigdutchster 2 жыл бұрын

The high flow gives you a lot more options for attachments. Cole the Cornstar recently reviewed skid loaders and you may want to watch that video. As I recall in Cole's video, there were some different preferences for how the door operates when the arms are up, I believe some manufacture's designs do not allow the door to be opened when the arms have been raised and there are differences in how the doors open, i.e. they raise up, the open to the side, etc. Looking forward to your next video on the Cat.

@jeffgough 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool. But should have checked out the JCB Teleskid (with telescoping boom - which is super useful)! Also has far better visibility and larger more comfortable cabin (and high flow hydraulics).

@rayfinkleslaces7553 Жыл бұрын

I was stuck in one of these in a NV summer of 2016. Goodtimes. I miss those days.

@BlackHawkBallistic 2 жыл бұрын

Make sure you keep the hydraulic coupler well greased and maybe even actuate it every so often, I've seen them seize up and have to be beaten open before.

@quarlow1215 2 жыл бұрын

A skid steer and a farm tractor are completely different use machines. Somethings you would struggle doing with one while the other does it with ease and vice-versa. Cats are so nice to operate. Congrats Cody.

@geffenleffen123 2 жыл бұрын

Lot of neato attachments for that skid-steer... for a homested the possibilities are near endless.

@Madddog87 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a Cat diesel built in Griffin Georgia. I probably tested it. It’s the Common Rail Direct Injected.

@sealight78 2 жыл бұрын

That switch you weren't sure about (looks like an upside-down T above a cup with a lock in it) locks out your hydraulics. It can add some safety to a situation where someone working around the machine could get hurt if you accidentally hit the controls. That upside-down T above a cup always represents a hydraulic piston. Some machine's have that symbol with a drop of oil in the cup and a thermometer beside it to indicate hydraulic oil temp, etc...

@jerrywormeyhicks7427 2 жыл бұрын

I ran a New Holland skid steer with joysticks, didn't have tracks but man I loved the joysticks. My feet cramp too much to deal with the pedal control bucket

@Drontis 2 жыл бұрын

That's a nice machine! We have one at work. It's quiet, very powerful and still on its first tank of fuel. The cat instructor said he's never needed to go full throttle on it. He keeps it at half. I tried it setting back a lot of material and I think he's right.

@Worthrhetime 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool. I have a JD 320 D . It’s a beast. Have a 74 “ Quickattach snow blower works great. We added the a much needed engine heater for winter use .

@realrural7876 2 жыл бұрын

I work in a mine with more Cat equipment than you would believe and I can tell you - No one provides better service than Cat.

@perpersson1072 2 жыл бұрын

its a djungel and preference when its come to buying tools heavy equitment but i bet the they all will have thought about it but as long as your wallet and your preference is ok then its all we need to know and not bashing on the loader or you.just happy to see you take us with you on your journey

@martinbrandt565 2 жыл бұрын

Add a dozer blade to it and you have your mini dozer for wildland fire fighting.

@cnelson3225 2 жыл бұрын

You're going to love that skid loader! My boss has an older version of that one and it does everything a professional homeowner needs! It does post pounding, snow plowing, mowing, grading, and even has a backhoe attachment for it

@cooders71 2 жыл бұрын

I would like to see a video explaining why you won't do another brand. Very nice addition to the homestead, good for you.

@ohmartinbronson 2 жыл бұрын

With all your machines, you need to get sweet loaf trained up and you will have your own little crew for hire!

@Ebola419 2 жыл бұрын

Man, CATs have come a long way since the late 90s. Heated seats? Auto leveling? Internal display? Damn son.

@jonkvh 2 жыл бұрын

Cat skid steers can be good implement machines, and you've got a good relationship with the Cat dealer so go for it. However, If I were sitting in one all day, doing shaping/levelling work, ASV is the only brand I would consider.

@rebelcitysports1outlook713 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry, but Takeuchi is the winner.

@metals_etched 2 жыл бұрын

Nice skid steer loader Cody! Definitely some nice improvements over the older bobcats like I used to drive 20+ years ago. I have a feeling you’re going to love this thing.

@pdsrenos 2 жыл бұрын

Don't be discouraged, you can always make a video of your helper cleaning it!

@daddygoat 2 жыл бұрын

I like it. Good find. Will make life more productive on the homestead.

@darind514 2 жыл бұрын

Nice machine! Great buy in today's market. Being a Bobcat S570 owner, I wish I would have purchased a Kubota SVL. The fact that you cannot open the door on the Bobcat with the loader arms raised is a huge PITA. Kubota SVL fixed that with their up sliding door. Congrats on the new machine!

@Digger927 2 жыл бұрын

Lol, oh boy...I wonder if one of my comments on a past video was the catalyst for this purchase. Ha, congrats on the purchase Cody, that's a nice machine. Cat is a good choice, usually really good service from dealers on them and as reliable as anything...and more than most. You'll love it. I have a TL150 Taki, they're about the most handy thing on a farm.

@JChamberlin 2 жыл бұрын

It'll look sharp when it's got the new glass and after a power wash. Good find.

@skiingslasher1991 2 жыл бұрын

I would get a little bigger skid loader like a 289, you can do way more.

@ericstone8812 2 жыл бұрын

Worth it all day btw. Skid steers and minis are the most versatile and profitable machines you could acquire

@Boomie789 2 жыл бұрын

My father uses a skidloader professionally for his business. Usually building house pads and foundations. He prefers Kubota.

@hdezoo 2 жыл бұрын

Kubotas are far superior in my opinion. Especially if you are a taller person.

@davidgay2679 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing runs like a DEERE!!!!

@coleeddy9003 2 жыл бұрын

Great looking machine that will serve you well for a long time!

@L2FlyMN 2 жыл бұрын

The one I ran back in my construction days, was a hand operated machine, making me lost, on a foot operated bobcat.

@carlhanson887 2 жыл бұрын

I think you'll be changing your two most used pieces of equipment very soon. They're amazing pieces of equipment!

@jimgordon2399 2 жыл бұрын

My boss,'s second ssv75 has 350 hours,first one has 3600.Only major problem was emissions.We use them in forestry and coming from dirt work these machines have a much easier life.Love Kubota for ride control and door survives longer.Our previous case track skid got door broke out 4 times at 1700& a pop. After running both in the snow I think I would prefer tires and chains over tracks,but have never tried chains.I have to laugh at new operators or drivers as I prefer to call them because the first thing they want to do is birdys which tear up the grass or make circular speed bumps to run over all day.

@Staygoldfarms 2 жыл бұрын

Cat skid steers are awesome machines. I operated one for a demolition company. It was a beast. My neighbor has one like this. He uses it to plow in the off season.

@heythere4970 2 жыл бұрын

Cats are the best. Once you get used to hand controls you'll never go back.

@nitherin6440 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I have 2, although one of them poops outside the litter box sometimes.

@markbrown6236 2 жыл бұрын

Nice looking machine, thanks for taking us along.

@angelacross2216 2 жыл бұрын

Scary lack of visibility when you have a Sweetloaf at home. Might want to experiment to check blind spots when you get it home.

@hosocat1410 2 жыл бұрын

Yes to pluses and minuses of the different brands!!!!!

@terrygeiger7510 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the view Cody! Looks like a great machine.

@calebmoody326 2 жыл бұрын

I used to work for cat in Griffey Ga in the plant where we build a lot of these

@ismithmo 2 жыл бұрын

@wranglerstar It’s a kubota engine. pretty good engines. Good machines too. May be self serving because I work the CAT dealer in St. Louis. Make sure to get oil samples on all the components. They should offer to do it.

@joetterolison4093 2 жыл бұрын

Nice Always Good to have an inside contact no matter what business You are in

@RockhillfarmYT 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job. Nice machine. I’m in the market for a skid steer but leaning towards deere for the lifting power

@scottybobatv 2 жыл бұрын

He's got the fizz, Im envisioning a small fleet of CATS parked outside the shop, a parade of yellow and black. Get yourself a big pot of catapillar yellow like henrys for the touchup cody😁 👍👍

@stas_from_haisyn 2 жыл бұрын

CATs live here. :D

@scottybobatv 2 жыл бұрын

@@stas_from_haisyn 😂

@vallanddess 2 жыл бұрын

I remember the old open air dozer you would use a few properties ago. Certainly have come a long way.

@perryc8943 2 жыл бұрын

I'll only say this that JCB are way easier to get in and out of when you have attachment on and they're wet or icey and invisibility is way better. But it's always better to go with a good dealership that is local.

@mikezaloudek4893 2 жыл бұрын

An invisible skid steer does not sound very safe

@perryc8943 2 жыл бұрын

@@mikezaloudek4893 is it voice text awesome it should say visibility

@mikezaloudek4893 2 жыл бұрын

@@perryc8943 I figured as much. I will say an invisible skid steer would be pretty cool though.

@skarrde1 2 жыл бұрын

check the wiring on your attachments. When we switched from Bobcat to Kubota we had to use a rewire kit for our snow blower. Hi flow makes a huge difference.

@metroplexchl 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats! That'll be fun to watch you use it.

@donschaefer9442 2 жыл бұрын

You are gonna love that. Cat makes a great skid steer. Congrats Cody

@josharnett3983 2 жыл бұрын

This track loader would change my life and my kids life.

@kavanschulz 2 жыл бұрын

Love the progress. I think everyone would agree the skid steer has better performance over the tractor in some areas. Everyone has a different situation though. If you had to buy one over the other what would he answer be then. No different than the excavator vs. The tractor with a backhoe attachment. A tractor is great but can be cumbersome in some scenarios. Keep up the great content!