Thanks for sharing this new machine. WOW, how high tech can we get. The digital world is totally amazing and I do think it good to still know the machine(s) in their 'maiden' form as well. Thanks again as this a remarkable unit! DIRT PERFECT tried out a DOZER on a factory tour with the same features. It's unreal and JAMES, you're in at the exact right time! Thanks guys and keep us posted! Sonny
I just wanted to say I've been waiting for over a year to see one of these machines in action and was relatively hoping my boss would get one for our place. I work at a trash and recycling place,. Where I am the Supervisor of the Transfer station. We are currently using an M 314 wheeled excavator. And it sucks having to put down the dam outriggers every time I need to do any actual moving of material. It has a fantastic thumb. I just wished that the bucket had a better out curl on it. And the thumb as you had mentioned, doesn't go all the way out with the bucket. And the bucket only being able to go flat straight is it's limit. Sucks. My boss had to put the pneumatic tires on it since I gave it it's first flat being used in trash with debri environment. The first mention of getting a new excavator was suppose to be a rubber track one with the tight radius for small areas like we have. I would love to see this machine being used at our place. Especially having low beams for rafters for the roof. Being able to set the ceiling height with the fence control would be a game changer and less accidental hits to it. 😉
Very nice review & demo. Nice machine, for sure. How refreshing to see such a really nice, well spoken and sharp young man in that James - he ought to start his own channel, too - but you probably already told him that, LOL. BTW, you're not getting OLODER - you're getting BETTER!
Nice demo and show of the basics. I know its a LOT to take in all at once and you definitely want to go slow and not put the first dent in it or the truck, for that matter! I'm guessing James doesn't have his own channel/media sites yet?
king to get a bigger machine that I can still tow with my 25 ton trailer. What’s everyone’s opinion on the 317? I have a Volvo 145 right now and think it would go well with a 317. I’ve been hearing mixed reviews on it unfortunately.
I loved it and he had it for 2 years with absolutely no problems. He just sold it to our friend and he also loves it . The only reason he sold it is he Landed some big commercial jobs and wanted a 325 ! I personally think he should have kept the 317 but if he needs to he can borrow it from our friend . Thanks for watching!
Nice machine, I would of specced a tilt bucket myself, It would be nice if you could speak to your komatsu dealer and see if they would let you try out one of the intelligent machines, it would be a nice comparison. I think its just Komatsu and Cat which leading the in built grade control systems?
Sweet machine. Progressive thumbs are the bees knees. Any idea what he paid? Must be ~$250K range - dunno how that makes any sense. Can buy 3 similar size Chinese excavators for same money - have 2 for parts lol.
I to like Cat man I am old school man but am adjusting to the new tech we just ordered 10 395 machines received 2 last week still in assembly phase lot of computer programming Dat a real pain be interesting to see what all this new tech is capable of
It’s the biggest machine he could get for the work he had lined up that will still fit on a tag trailer. Plus I think at the time the 315 didn’t have the 2d grade control. Not sure
Right now he’s paying a low bed to move it. We were doing the math on its weight and my big 21 ton could probably do it but we have to figure out what the trailer weighs first. I probably won’t do it though because it would be completely maxed out! Plus they’re not charging him a lot to move it so it just makes sense to have them do it right now
@@DirtBrute yeah i wouldn’t move that brand new machine, i bum my buddy’s 08 312 here and there and that’s really quite sketchy, one of those early sunday morning moves, was curious about that since the kid is young and that’s a 200,000 plus dollar machine… kids got some huevos taking that payment, great video!
@@njonebale7889 yeah I totally agree . It’s a lot to take on but better while he’s young. I’m at the point of looking towards retirement. And I’m playing a different game now😂
if you know how to run an excavator you can just chuck dirt under your tracks to level up, blade is nice, but they don’t put them on the bigger machines because it adds too much weight.
i would imagine you have to be very gingerly if you think you want to compress a load a little. a little to hard you get a ride to Woodwards in Brocky town.
Sweet machine. Progressive thumbs are the bees knees. Any idea what he paid? Must be ~$250K range - dunno how that makes any sense. Can buy 3 similar size Chinese excavators for same money - have 2 for parts lol.
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I am glad to see a young man out there getting it done. Thanks for the show Steve!
That’s for watching!
Thanks guys, great team work
@@mountainjam27 thanks for watching
Awesome Video & Machine Congrats Mr 26! 💪🏼
👍👍
Thanks for watching Mike !
Thanks for sharing this new machine. WOW, how high tech can we get. The digital world is totally amazing and I do think it good to still know the machine(s) in their 'maiden' form as well. Thanks again as this a remarkable unit! DIRT PERFECT tried out a DOZER on a factory tour with the same features. It's unreal and JAMES, you're in at the exact right time! Thanks guys and keep us posted! Sonny
I agreed the digital world is amazing! Thanks for watching!
James seems like a good dude,I wish him well with his new machine.
Yes he is a great guy .Thanks for watching !
Does he have a RUclips channel
Dirt Boss suggested we check out your Channel. Looking good. Thanks for posting.
Thanks for watching
Lololol look at that cute baby Pete
It’s a little hot rod
I just wanted to say I've been waiting for over a year to see one of these machines in action and was relatively hoping my boss would get one for our place. I work at a trash and recycling place,. Where I am the Supervisor of the Transfer station. We are currently using an M 314 wheeled excavator. And it sucks having to put down the dam outriggers every time I need to do any actual moving of material. It has a fantastic thumb. I just wished that the bucket had a better out curl on it. And the thumb as you had mentioned, doesn't go all the way out with the bucket. And the bucket only being able to go flat straight is it's limit. Sucks. My boss had to put the pneumatic tires on it since I gave it it's first flat being used in trash with debri environment. The first mention of getting a new excavator was suppose to be a rubber track one with the tight radius for small areas like we have. I would love to see this machine being used at our place. Especially having low beams for rafters for the roof. Being able to set the ceiling height with the fence control would be a game changer and less accidental hits to it. 😉
Sounds like you need one 👍
Very nice review & demo. Nice machine, for sure. How refreshing to see such a really nice, well spoken and sharp young man in that James - he ought to start his own channel, too - but you probably already told him that, LOL. BTW, you're not getting OLODER - you're getting BETTER!
Yes it’s a pleasure working with him. He also has a Few college degrees . Very intelligent person. Thanks for watching
Like a kid in a candy store...lol..Nice machine..
Yeah lol. Thanks for watching!
🔥🔥🔥 GREAT VIDEO MY BROTHER 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks buddy
Beautiful Excavator with everything you could possibly want
Yes it’s great
Very nice😊
That 317 is super nice but that’s a good looking single axle dump!!!
Thanks. Everyone loves that thing !
Cool video! Very sweet piece of iron...
Thanks for watching
CAT is the best manufacturer there is
Nice demo and show of the basics. I know its a LOT to take in all at once and you definitely want to go slow and not put the first dent in it or the truck, for that matter!
I'm guessing James doesn't have his own channel/media sites yet?
No he dose not have a channel yet . Definitely don’t want dents ! 😂
I like this machine.👍👍👍
Caterpillar rules the earth 🌍
king to get a bigger machine that I can still tow with my 25 ton trailer. What’s everyone’s opinion on the 317? I have a Volvo 145 right now and think it would go well with a 317. I’ve been hearing mixed reviews on it unfortunately.
I loved it and he had it for 2 years with absolutely no problems. He just sold it to our friend and he also loves it . The only reason he sold it is he Landed some big commercial jobs and wanted a 325 ! I personally think he should have kept the 317 but if he needs to he can borrow it from our friend . Thanks for watching!
Really appreciate the reply keep killing it with the videos!
Good looking 317! What’s the biggest bucket you can put on it?
I think he has a 4” grading bucket
Awesome machines.
Whats up man! Really thinking about pulling the trigger on the 317 this month. Does your friend still recommend it after about a year?
He’s only had it for a month. He likes it so far
Nice machine, I would of specced a tilt bucket myself, It would be nice if you could speak to your komatsu dealer and see if they would let you try out one of the intelligent machines, it would be a nice comparison. I think its just Komatsu and Cat which leading the in built grade control systems?
Yes my old boss has a D61 and he also has a D6k2lgp. Both equipped with GPS and he says the Komatsu blows away the cat
I don’t know about the excavators it would be a good idea maybe I’ll talk to them
Sweet machine. Progressive thumbs are the bees knees.
Any idea what he paid? Must be ~$250K range - dunno how that makes any sense. Can buy 3 similar size Chinese excavators for same money - have 2 for parts lol.
I to like Cat man I am old school man but am adjusting to the new tech we just ordered 10 395 machines received 2 last week still in assembly phase lot of computer programming Dat a real pain be interesting to see what all this new tech is capable of
Yeah that’s a lot of machines . Must be a big company ? I just bought a 315 with no tech 😂. Was just in great shape
We are a large company started small now we are a large company always busy & always investing & upgrading equipment
@@skyhunter823 awesome!
Interesting video. Informative.
Thanks for watching!
What made you choose the 317 over a 315 or a 320?
It’s the biggest machine he could get for the work he had lined up that will still fit on a tag trailer. Plus I think at the time the 315 didn’t have the 2d grade control. Not sure
nice machine for sure, so how does james move it around, ain’t tugging that around with a single axle pete?
Right now he’s paying a low bed to move it. We were doing the math on its weight and my big 21 ton could probably do it but we have to figure out what the trailer weighs first. I probably won’t do it though because it would be completely maxed out! Plus they’re not charging him a lot to move it so it just makes sense to have them do it right now
@@DirtBrute yeah i wouldn’t move that brand new machine, i bum my buddy’s 08 312 here and there and that’s really quite sketchy, one of those early sunday morning moves, was curious about that since the kid is young and that’s a 200,000 plus dollar machine… kids got some huevos taking that payment, great video!
@@njonebale7889 yeah I totally agree . It’s a lot to take on but better while he’s young. I’m at the point of looking towards retirement. And I’m playing a different game now😂
nice machine. i wish i could order fries with my machine ..thumbs up !!
Hahah thanks for watching!
You probably can ...BUT NO EATING IN THE CAB! hahahaha (I've seen many operators show how to warm a lunch inside the engine space, too). 😛
@@jifi-0178 lol thanks for watching!
I wonder why the machine is so loud, (the pump)
🤷♂️. Seems normal to me
@@DirtBrute it may be because it is new
@@chevyford100 it might
Having no blade is kind of a deal breaker🤷♂️ It is so handy… but I suppose if you have another piece of equipment on hand….
if you know how to run an excavator you can just chuck dirt under your tracks to level up, blade is nice, but they don’t put them on the bigger machines because it adds too much weight.
How much does it weigh nice 👍
I believe it weighs 42,000 pounds
To hell with that machine.. I want the little 359 dump truck..
😂. Everyone loves the truck !
i would imagine you have to be very gingerly if you think you want to compress a load a little. a little to hard you get a ride to Woodwards in Brocky town.
Haha. yes I do my best NOT to visit woodwards ! I have been to both their places before .
How does he transport the 317?
He pays a lowbed to move it when he has to
@@DirtBrute I figured that’s not a bad way to do it, does he have his own dump truck yet?
@@avenheavner108 yes he has a couple now
@@DirtBrute that’s great! Does he still have the 289?
@@avenheavner108 yes I’ll be using it tomorrow morning!
How much did you pay for this excavator?
I’m not sure it’s my friends. I think $235k
Just wait till you have repair emissions!
He will be alone on that fun Lol. nothing I own has emissions.
No volume
Must be on your end, I got volume on it
@@DirtBrute I restarted my PC and now works fine. First time that's happens. Awesome machine very versatile alot of power
@@smokintruker27 Yes I really like it. Thanks for watching
Sweet machine. Progressive thumbs are the bees knees.
Any idea what he paid? Must be ~$250K range - dunno how that makes any sense. Can buy 3 similar size Chinese excavators for same money - have 2 for parts lol.
I’m not sure what he paid but you would need 2 for parts if you bought China crap 😂