I bought a DR Power wagon 800 series with an actuator that dumps. 6 cu ft barrow 800 lbs. dumping capability. Knowing if I'm digging up dirt with my mini digger, I'll have to move it.
OK. You convinced me. I just purchased this model directly from AGT with the "warranty". I'll see how the included shipping is (they say via T-Force so should be OK) and compare my build issues with yours...Keep the videos coming as they are most informative! I'll add what I can when possibly helpful.
Per your question about converting the trailer. Could you just find an older used tractor (with loader). You get the same idea. Drive it where you want it and dump it.
I am watching the market for an older tractor (40-50 HP range) with a big loader. But, the dump trailer conversion might happen, too, just for the fun of it.
Why not take the mini and take out the small trees. With where you are digging the top soil. Put the blade to rear. Will make more stable. As for jurkyness ideal down a little. Instead of dump trailer. Could put a roller tarp. Make easyer to unload.
Thanks for your many bits of advice! The shots of clearing the brush were done last fall, when I was planning to rent a compact backhoe to move the dirt. Since then, I have bought the mini excavator. Next time I need some brush gone, I'll for sure use the mini. I'll try turning the blade around for the next dig. I wondered about that while editing this video. I, too, noticed that the strongest lurching was rearward when I was sinking the bucket, more so than lurching forward from ripping the bucket upwards. Your "idle down" advice is spot on. Wait for the next video. I found a problem that had been preventing that! Those roller tarps do look interesting. I might have to give one a try. Not as much fun as doing a dump trailer conversion, but probably way less trouble.
That little trailer sits pretty high. Instead of separating the bed from the frame, you might just make a pivoting tongue that could lift the front end of the trailer. Keeps most of the trailer as-is. I have heard that they hydraulic pump was originally designed for a diesel engine at lower rpm. As it still has plenty of power if you lower the rpm of the engine it also reduces the jerkiness. They still run the engine at full speed when moving as the tracks are so slow though.
That's a good idea! I'll take a look at the structure. It sure seems like that would require a lot less reinforcing on the trailer. The throttle lever was set at the lowest possible idle speed during that whole "first dig," but I agree it still seemed too high. After several such comments, I got into it and found an interference in the throttle cable that prevented it from reaching slow idle. I'm currently editing that video. Check it out on Tuesday.
Another thing you can try for fun when leveling loose material is pinching a log or a wooden pole between the bucket and thumb and grade with that.
That sounds like a good idea. I'll try that.
I am crazy impressed with how much dirt that thing can dig up at once. This will be a great addition to your property.
It certainly didn't disappoint on its first mission.
I bought a DR Power wagon 800 series with an actuator that dumps. 6 cu ft barrow 800 lbs. dumping capability. Knowing if I'm digging up dirt with my mini digger, I'll have to move it.
That looks like it would be a good companion tool for a mini excavator.
OK. You convinced me. I just purchased this model directly from AGT with the "warranty". I'll see how the included shipping is (they say via T-Force so should be OK) and compare my build issues with yours...Keep the videos coming as they are most informative! I'll add what I can when possibly helpful.
It will be interesting to keep up on our shared experiences with these. The warranty versus as-is aspect may tell a really good story.
Per your question about converting the trailer. Could you just find an older used tractor (with loader). You get the same idea. Drive it where you want it and dump it.
I am watching the market for an older tractor (40-50 HP range) with a big loader. But, the dump trailer conversion might happen, too, just for the fun of it.
Is that the Stihl FS91? I've got the same one. That thing is a beast.
It's a Husqvarna; pretty similar.
Why not take the mini and take out the small trees. With where you are digging the top soil. Put the blade to rear. Will make more stable. As for jurkyness ideal down a little.
Instead of dump trailer. Could put a roller tarp. Make easyer to unload.
Thanks for your many bits of advice! The shots of clearing the brush were done last fall, when I was planning to rent a compact backhoe to move the dirt. Since then, I have bought the mini excavator. Next time I need some brush gone, I'll for sure use the mini. I'll try turning the blade around for the next dig. I wondered about that while editing this video. I, too, noticed that the strongest lurching was rearward when I was sinking the bucket, more so than lurching forward from ripping the bucket upwards. Your "idle down" advice is spot on. Wait for the next video. I found a problem that had been preventing that! Those roller tarps do look interesting. I might have to give one a try. Not as much fun as doing a dump trailer conversion, but probably way less trouble.
That little trailer sits pretty high. Instead of separating the bed from the frame, you might just make a pivoting tongue that could lift the front end of the trailer. Keeps most of the trailer as-is.
I have heard that they hydraulic pump was originally designed for a diesel engine at lower rpm. As it still has plenty of power if you lower the rpm of the engine it also reduces the jerkiness. They still run the engine at full speed when moving as the tracks are so slow though.
That's a good idea! I'll take a look at the structure. It sure seems like that would require a lot less reinforcing on the trailer. The throttle lever was set at the lowest possible idle speed during that whole "first dig," but I agree it still seemed too high. After several such comments, I got into it and found an interference in the throttle cable that prevented it from reaching slow idle. I'm currently editing that video. Check it out on Tuesday.