We BREAK Everything On Our BULLDOZER (Not Good)
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- Опубликовано: 15 июл 2024
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Riley Casey
105 Vermeer Dr
STE 2 PMB 141
Ponderay, ID 83852
00:00 We bought a bulldozer!
01:49 Then it breaks
04:20 Welding Off-Grid
06:16 Back to work
07:20 Ultimate Work Truck
11:11 SO MUCH LIGHT!
14:11 It started shaking...
18:40 It's fixed!
20:26 Dozer won't shift
24:00 Even MORE problems
26:56 Critical diagnostic test 
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It has been a crazy summer around here... But we are pushing HARD to get this road done enough for concrete! 🤞Watch the concrete fiasco here ⬇
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theres enough will it start videos out there that you should know what to expect with resurrections . hydraulics are only going to add to the complexity and probability of a failure for all the reasons an old car has issues after sitting . its probably worth it to drain and filter your fluids if there was a catastrophic failure previously as the remains will still be circulating. check your wear items there probably out of spec , keep materials for hose repair on hand you will probably have a need of it . good luck with the road and the concrete keep in mind the white stuff in winter so make it wider lol. thanks for the videos.
Well - but seeing the rain made me happy for you. Last season there were so many vlogs with woodfire in the surroundings.
I can totally relate, I bought a 1965 ford 5000 diesel tractor from a guy who said it was never really used and well it turned out I got the wool pulled over my eyes and she has turned into a big project to get her back to 💯, I am young and made a mistake, Hopefully everything works out with the dozer!!! Keep up the great content!
CAT Service trucks have a crane as well. Next project for yours??? Keep up the good work. I am not sure how to baby a big CAT but you might need to….
@@chrisdenning9816 Lots of raw meat and a big chair ... 😂😎
For being a novice operator on old equipment I think you guys are still coming out way ahead. This dozer is holding up well. Just fix what breaks, keep moving forward and with the repairs you should still be able to get a good price for the dozer at the end of this. Just imagine what it would cost to hire a company to come out and build this road for you. Keep that figure in mind as you have to spend money on repairs. That should help to soften the sting a bit.
Putting the costs into perspective (fuel, parts, fluid, etc) make it sting A LOT less! We've heard ballpark ranges of $500k+ to build just this section of road.
@@AmbitionStrikes jeez louise thats alot of money. You should atleast get some of that as equity in the property so good work!
You seem very mechanical inclined I would use the dozer fixing everything as it breaks by the time you finish your driveway you should have a very dependable piece of equipment and you’ll need it for the continuous upkeep of your driveway that dozer fixed up is by far a better and more dependable piece than the newer ones
@@AmbitionStrikes hey after all this practice you could always hire it out afterwards too and build some trails and roads for your neighbors to recoup costs :)
@@AmbitionStrikes The cost of putting in a road in to a property is often times 2-3 times the price of the land itself.
Riley is incredible! No drama, no phony stuff, just real solutions and squared away explanations...super impressive!
Dude, you'd never even seen a bulldozer until a couple months ago and now you're tearing them apart and maintaining them better than the last guy's mechanic?!? Your skills are just off the charts!
Yes, truly amazing
His skills just totally amaze me too!!
I’m impressed how Riley is becoming a heavy diesel mechanic-by necessity.
Riley, having worked on this old iron for many years. Big respect to you. Most people would see all those big heavy parts and run in the other direction. You're an absolute animal and I love it.
He has been such a trooper the past few weeks! Everything on this dozer is big, heavy, and SO filthy!
@@AmbitionStrikes We had 4 D8's. We parked them in the Pig Pen!
Well said. The parts are bigger, but they do the same things. Still, takes courage and tenacity to dig in and get it done. Very impressive.
If there’s a will there’s a way! Coming from experience that was a tuff job…as a young man my step father and I split our dozer a few times.
@@AmbitionStrikes Tip on cleaning the magnetic tranny screen: Blow gun on your air compressor. Works great. Then you can clean it in solvent easier.
I operated heavy equipment for 38 years and one thing you never say is things are going well
Ain't that the truth
Yea that's a jinx if i ever heard one👍💯
It is like “break a leg” in the theater world…🤦🏻♀️
Lol
So just say “throw a track” when things are going good😘
While I was in the Army, my unit did a rotation at NTC at Ft Irwin. we "borrowed" vehicles so when we were done with training, we had to return the vehicles in pristine shape. We had an M3 Bradley go through 3 engines. We could not get the oil samples to pass. After the 4th failure the "owners" decided to handle it from there. Upon my return to Ft. Bliss, I joined the Bomb Squad so ill never have to do maintenance on a Bradley or M1 Abrams tank again. Little did I know I became the HMMWV mechanic for our EOD unit. right back in elbow deep grease. Good luck on getting that dozer fixed. I feel your pain!
Dozer has done a ton of work in short time. You can do the repairs. We are all rooting for you.
Welcome to the world of heavy construction equipment. We used to spend all winter every winter maintaining our heavy equipment because we were dirt contractors. I'm so amazed Riley that you have so much skill at what you were doing and keeping your cool!!
I Agree with you :) I recommended that Riley get done with as much dozer work that he can, then sell the dozer quick, or it will nickle and dime him to death :)
I think you guys on one of the videos should show a Google earth of the old drive and the new drive you are building.
Kinda like when Courtney showed us the kitchen design, this would give us a before and after. Great idea!
Small tip when welding thick steel plate. Preheat the metal before you weld with a mig. By preheating it raises the overall temperature of the material, which helps with a slower cooling rate of the steel plate and the weld which helps with overall strength of the weld. 👍
If you're going to be mig welding heavy steel with that toy get some flux core wire and set up for dual shield. My advice is get some 70 - 18 stick rod. It is pretty forgiving .
When u get a chance get u a stick welder and a torch set
I love the fact that your not afraid to jump into the unknown ! Cudos to you! Your learning a new skill set🥲
It's amazing that you are able to fix these issues. I know that even the parts from CAT are ridiculously expensive, but being able to diagnose and do the repairs yourself. The alternatives are hauling it in for them to repair, or hire someone to come to your property, figure out what's wrong, then order the parts, come back to put in the parts, find out there is another problem, rinse and repeat. I'm sure those parts are adding up, but you got a amazing price on a poorly maintained dozer and are likely making it into a better running dozer. You're also accomplishing the primary goal of being able to get your vehicles and a cement truck on and off the property safely. I don't have the mechanical ability to do the work on the dozer that you're doing; I admire your ability.
I can’t even imagine how much it would cost to hire a technician to come out here and do the work. Riley is a rockstar!
@@AmbitionStrikes You both are! I don't think there's a problem you two could come across that you couldn't overcome. That's what makes following you two so interesting!
I love the energizer bunny attitude :) This is a lot of work, but you've got at least 3 things going in your favor: 1) You have an excavator to help move heavy parts, 2) CAT should be good with supplying spare parts, 3) You two are fearless and willing to take on any challenge. You've got this!
Riley is an inspiration to an old man (73). If he can work six days or more fixing this, I ask myself why I keep putting off doing something simple like changing the oil and filter in my UTV. First thing tomorrow morning I am on that simple project. I'll let you all know how long it really took me vs me putting it on the back burner. Keep the inspiration going guys!
hows that oil change goin?
Think of it as diagnostic testing a dozer while building a road. You should be able to upsell the machine and walk away with a road and at the end of it all - because you’ve got the ambition, persistence and talent you’ll have saved a load while improving your life greatly! I admire your grit and positive energy!!
You guys show the absolute reality of homesteading. The good the bad and the ugly with not a single curse word. I am now subscribed.
Cheers from the great state of Arkansas!!
Thanks for subscribing! 🙌
These two are incredible people. I'm envious of you because you get to go back and watch all of their videos for the first time.
You do know curse words can be edited out,right? lol.
@@georgeseymour7116 lol
You should cover the chrome with tape to avoid damage from spatter when welding.
Agreed, any spatter stuck to the rams will tear up the seals and score cylinders in no time. Best to tape or wrap in a damp rag.
An even easier way to cover the chrome from splatter is if you have oxy acetylene just light up the acetylene no oxygen and cover the chrome with acetylene soot.
Yep, gotta protect that chrome! Isaac and Kurtis would say the same.
go to a building supply buy a roll of aluminum flashing and some hose clamps. the flashing can be cut with big scissors or snips. wrap around the chrome rod and but a hose clamp or zip tie or tape. then you are 100% protected from spatter.
Just the oil from old seals does a reasonable job, But I agree really :)
It’s disappointing that someone decided to kick the can down the road on that transmission just to save a few bucks, and the mechanic leaving a rag in there is probably the reason he was the lowest bid on that job. We can’t fix the rest of humanity, but we can make our little corner of it better. Well done on your amazing and determined progress so far. Everything can be solved just by turning up every day and doing your best 👌
Riley your positive attitude and willingness to keep trying is an inspiration.
Hang in there guys! Your silver lining is right there. You will get through this like you guys have done many times before!
Thanks Josh! ☺️
I think you need to do a (PRE-FLIGHT) every morning BEFORE you go out having fun with that 30 ton toy! Check every nut and bolt you can find to make sure everything is tight and looks like it should, as well as oil levels in the pony, and gas, engine oil in the big CAT motor, water in the radiator, grease anything that has a zerk fitting and you should have less break downs. Just some thought for you and keep up the great work and great videos. Is a blast watching your experiences. Be safe and well. Chao from Ibague, Colombia
Yes and at the least, torque everything to spec in case the previous owners didn't torque well enough. That seems to be the culprit so far on this thing.
@@straight-up-shots thx for the thumbs up on my thought of at least taking a good look at some of the critical moving parts on that dozer. I grew up on a dairy farm in Northern Wisconsin and we fixed and kept all our equipment working by making sure to check out everything BEFORE using. Sometimes you just need a big wrench with a 4 or 5 ,foot pipe on it to torq it real tight so things don't fall apart as you use them. LOL And you know the sign of a good mechanic is knowing where to hit it and how hard. Nuf said. Expat Dave In beautiful Ibague Colombia Chao
30 tons?? The blade alone weighs 40.5 tons.
@@louskunt9798total weight approximately 45 tons
Riley, is there nothing you can't do.. Your mechanical abilities/welding are outstanding for such a young person.. We enjoy watching the both of you as you improve your property. Always a 'smile' on Riley's face.. God has blessed the both of you on your coming baby...
Welcome to the often frustrating world of old construction equipment: it’s never easy or cheap, but often rewarding if you’re willing to invest the time and money!
Love the road in progress!
Fascinating seeing you analyze problems, develop solutions and identify the Next problem. I can't imaging how you are going to replace/fix the TQ. You are amazing Riley. Hats off to you and your child bride.
Haven't seen you for 4 days. Hope you locate a D5 Torque Converter and a Cat Repair Manual that tells you how to remove and replace the TQ!
I agree with Courtney, take smaller "bites" with the dozer. More gently will save you time in the long run.
You are doing a great job with the dozer repairs.
If your pony motor ever goes bad, an electric starter will bolt right in place where the pony motor engages the flywheel.
Keep up the good work. really enjoy you videos and appreciate your work ethic.
Just remember Riley, like Courtney said slow and steady wins the race. For a novice operator you are doing rather well. Just like one viewer had said just fix the broken things as they happen and don’t sweat the small stuff.
Don't get discouraged, things happen. Grease parts before assembling. Don't try steering when pushing heavy material, try to make shorter straight pushes. Change the final drive oil, this is often neglected.
I've come to the conclusion the don't get discourage
@@safffff1000 Yeah, that's something they've definitely mastered. I don't think they can be discouraged!
I've come to the conclusion they don't get discourage
Good suggestions.
They seem to have good attitudes. Being positive and not getting discouraged about equipment, and everything in life is key to success and a all around good or bad day. Stay positive. When something new breaks on the dozer think positive and say oh boy what new thing will I get to learn about how to fix my dozer today. What you learn through this experience, hey you might be able to pass along to another guy someday.
1st thing I do with any new piece of machinery before getting into any heavy work (you cant help but have a little play sometimes) is do a full service, filter and fluid change. Apart from knowing that it is done, it can uncover all sorts of hidden issues.
Make sure you do all pre start checks and grease at regular intervals (I grease main operational bushings/etc every 4hrs, all secondary every 8hrs).
Totally agree or else it's just going to get worse!
Consider changing pump first, if not too expensive. Test is pretty crude.
Lots of respect Riley, don't give up, old equipment will break but you have the tools to fix it. The road looks great.
Take your time do it right and you will get through. Go 8” at a time and pack it down from one end to the other, you guys are good, you have a life time. Enjoy
There is light at the end of the tunnel, keep your heads up. Compressed air works for cleaning the magnetic filters.
I am going to guess the welds hold, I am so relieved the solar panels are doing so well, testament to good design and you both can do the "Told Ya So" dance. Masterful work.
Our power system has been a game changer! We are really appreciating one less thing to worry about these days.
I enjoy all your videos! I really want to say, while I enjoy the regular content of developing your property, I appreciate watching the problem solving and repairs. This viewer feels the diversity you present in your content adds value to the channel. Thank you!
Love your logical reasoning for troubleshooting the pumps /torque converter. to Replacement of the bolts and the u joints was the right move. Getting the new parts filters/ fluids etc would have been the first thing to do when you got the dozer. That may have saved the converter. But judging from the rag in the filter some one was trying hide a problem with the machine. Doing these repairs will pay off as you will have reconditioned it. But the down time is a bummer. Luck was on your side that it didn’t break on the road and you were able to get back to the shop area.
A nice addition to your broken bolt removal kit is a set of left-hand drill bits. Many times, in the process of drilling a hole for an "easy-out" the drill itself will catch and unscrew the broken stub
this video reminded me that I have to order some, I always forget!
mcmaster carr sells them individually. theirs are high quality cobalt bits. not cheap but they work.
Might be a good idea to change the scavenge pump while you're in there.
Believe it or not, compressed air cleans the magnetic filters real quick and good. [I spent 34 years as a heavy equipment mechanic...have fun]
What a cliffhanger at the end! Can't wait to see what happens.
You two are amazing. There doesn't seem to be anything you can't handle. When you finally get that D-8 rebuilt perhaps you can hire it out and recover some of your rebuild expenses. Thanks for sharing.
I can just hear that old Dozer saying, "thank you Riley for fixing all of my broken bones". Let's get to work !
I'm watching some of my old dreams play out watching your videos...... You have a great life out there my friend.... And a great wife as well...... You are a very lucky man......
Looking good guys . I'm afraid the old kitty cat has very low maintenance. You guys are give some good TLC . The tracks look much better. As someone said change the finale drive oil. She is big and old . But she still a good ole cat. Thanks for sharing. Can't wait for the next one.
Thanks Gary!
Do not get discouraged. A year from now it will just be a part of the memories of developing your property. You certainly have the ability and with the excavator a torque converter change is much easier. You road is looking great, you are doing an excellent job. Thank you for sharing and keep a smile on your face.
Riley's Dozer Repair. What an adventure! The two of you are simply AWESOME!!!!! The more I watch the more I learn. Thx
Man oh man, Riley. You fix everything. What a great job! I'm always amazed what you are doing. Welding, carpentry. You fix everything. Love to watch.
I’ve always said learning and doing my own work “I could buy and ruin new parts three times before I’d even get close to what I’d have to pay someone else to do the job” !!
Y’all almost have your new road in - and look how much you’re both learning ! Y’all are both amazing 😜❤️❤️😊‼️
Your never give up persistence is incredible and inspiring. Many would have thrown up their hands long ago. But you just soldier forward. It is a much under rated quality.
YES ‼️
It sucks that you guys are having issues with your equipment but on the bright side, this is fantastic content.
Heavy equipment is great at making big piles of money into little piles of money. You have the advantage of diy capable and more importantly lots of grit! I hope overcome all these challenges and keep moving forward.
Hi guys sorry to see the old cat limping but think of her age and how much material she has pushed probably best that as a new operator Riley isn't pushing her hard.i would think even with the cost to fix her you would still be in front compared to bringing in a contractor ,and as a VIEWER this far more entertaining watching you guys achieve this successful new road build ,and Riley you are doing a great job on that dozer for a new operator ,and Courtney well done keeping him restrained Riley seems to be a force of nature and it's so refreshing to watch you guys in action .Love the channel
Cheers Kym
Adelaide
You guys are fantastic, Riley's work has been amazing.
All those repairs done by a technician would have cost you thousands of dollars!
Riley isn't afraid to get his hands dirty, and he's lucky because Courtney is taking care of him! You make a perfect couple, thanks for sharing your moments, you are an inspiration!
Cheers from Portugal.
Yikes! The dozer seems to be the gift that keeps on giving. Riley you are really getting intimately familiar to that old Cat. Best of luck going forward with the repairs.
It has been fun learning how it works!
@@AmbitionStrikes at the end i guess you could build a new one with plasma table
I am also super impressed with your resilient attitude. I know the camera doesn't show everything, but I would be responding WAY differently.
Stay positive Riley!! More gets done vs negative . You guys can do this.
The only I will tell you, very important, never use a hammer on new parts when reinstalling. Use a Mechanics Mallet. I knew it was the Torque converter, I feel for you.... The key is to make a Maintenance check list, by the hrs-days-weeks-monthly. Imagine the vibrations that go through this bulldozer. I'm impressed you guys can work on it. GOOD LUCK!
Do not worry about things breaking down as it is part of ownership experience..you both can fix any thing that breaks. You may want to weld a foldable ladder to the army truck so that accessing the bed of the truck is easier instead of getting an external ladder. Stay safe and stay blessed.
Cn we get a drone flyover of the road from the house to the end of your property to explain the hills, valleys and other obstacles? I'm so curious to know where the cement truck got stuck and how the new road work is going to help that.
This was a very good episode , I feel your pain young man , I also have trust you will get it sorted . Your parents are very proud of you I’m sure , well done kids , looking forward to the next program .Cheers from Alberta Canada 🇨🇦
I gotta say, what you are accomplishing is only doable because of the superior skills you guys have that one could never expect to find in any FOUR really competent engineers!
I'm frustrated for you but at the same time so proud of Riley and his ability to troubleshoot and fix ANYTHING! I felt like I needed a shower after watching him drain the Q-converter under the machine. Try to stay positive!
He had to take two showers after that day! 😂
Try using a high-pressure air blowoff nozzle to remove the metal particles from the magnets.
Hey guys, working with that dozer with many hard hours on it is sure to need continuous repairs and replacements. But you have the know how and availability of parts. The money you are saving is worth the effort, though frustrating. Stay positive, your progress is amazing.
Heavy section welding needs preheat 400 deg f would be expected to prevent H2 embrittlement…
And Lack of fusion …it’s a good practice
Keep up the good work
Somebody spent alot of time building up the blade wear surfaces. 300lb 7018 rod I'm guessing. This old of a machine will always be in constant repair. Keep on pushing forward. Great Content.
7018 isn't hard facing rod.
@@johnbaskett2309 what would be your choice of rod John? And i said "7018 I'm gussing"
@@arrobrewer2730 A hard facing rod, there are many. 7018 is soft.
@@johnbaskett2309 knowledge accepted
@@arrobrewer2730 Stoody 31 is my go-to hard facing rod. I blend it with manganese feeder bar while welding.
I am so impressed with you guys! these last few vids have been some of the best yet! I so appreciate your willingness to figure out and tackle these problems with Dozer!
You should start another "Fix It" channel! Ambition Strikes is an understatement!
Thanks Tommy!
You guys hands on skills are off the chart. Wish I have both the brain and the prowess and energy to do all of these with passion and harmony. Bless.
It’s great that you have the mechanical knowledge and ability to do these repairs.
What I learned over the years of working on Cat engines is that there is a built in, automatic bolt and nut backing off feature. In the interest of not having to re-do the jobs you’ve already tackled, and to hopefully prevent future needless work, buy any and all configurations of torque wrenches required. What you think is torqued FT, is Cat finger tight.
Also locking plates are a good idea on U-joint bolts and nuts.
It may be money well spent to schedule a field service with the Cat service department.
And maybe pay for an extra hour or so so the tech can give you pointers.
As you have an antique, although one with many more years of work left in it, I would ask for the oldest guy they have, someone with tear down experience on your model.
Anyway, great work on the new road, and on the D8!
Thank goodness those old rock pusherarounders are so clean, and easy to work on!😂🤣
A friend of theirs, Dave (?), is a Cat tech and has been helping out, so they have that resource if needed.... P.S. Dave is a rockstar for helping them with this!
After binging on 80% of your episodes since I first found your channel a week ago, I have been desperately waiting for this episode 😂 Love everything you've done over the past couples of years, thanks for sharing it all 🥰🙏
Thanks for watching David! 😊
An excellent video; sad that your dozer is causing so many issues. You two rock though in attacking the issue and I don't know how Riley figures out so much about a dozer older than he is! Kudos
I wouldn't worry about the metal on the magnets. Assuming it's been a while since they've been clean that's pretty normal. As long as you're not seeing big chunks you're probably fine
God bless you guys. Riley your an animal. I mean that in a good way. If I had 10 percent of your enthusiasm and drive I think I could accomplish anything. It is a joy to watch your journey because I know that if something can be done you will do it. Keep up the good work.
cover the cylinder rod so it does not get welding spatter dots on it and later rip the seals inside cylinder...
So glad Riley is so handy
You guys are serious.!!! and creative !!! and smart !!!! and very knowledgeable !!!
Sad but true when someone sells an old piece of equipment quite often there's a good reason and sadly you may be finding out why, good luck to you two
As a retired operating engineer, I take my hat off to you Two(2) for taking on a D8, my hobby ranch is powered by an old Case 850B. Depending on what you paid, all your investing into the machine will return many times over. When your finished at this property, buy another property and use the equipment to develope it.
What on earth is a operating engineer?
@@Bigsoot7393 an operating engineer operates any and all equipment used in construction. I was a certified licensed crane operator. THE Very Big cranes.
@@republicridge5894 yeah right, engineer is a very loosely thrown around term where you're from by the sound of it haha
You both are amazing! Something I noticed in a previous video: Riley opening the shield gas valve with his hand over the to of the valve. I learned in welding class that if that valve fails it will blow a hole in your hand. Love you both, be safe.
Amazing how you guys do this thing, it’s very hard with just the 2 of you. You get occasional help but mostly just the 2 of you. You inspires a lot of people. Thank you very much for these videos. Keep up the good work. Can’t wait for the next one. Take care of each other. More power.
As you kids have learned and are continuing to learn, experience is the best teacher. The only way you can learn everything about that dozer is to experience everything about that dozer. Personally I think you should keep the dozer. Purely financial, how much would it cost to replace it? I don't believe you can replace it for what you got into it.
We’ve had a steep learning curve with the dozer but it has been fun learning something new!
Keep the dozer when you have big storm and wash road out
Every high and low regarding this road-building effort has been amazing
Our road is a roller coaster both literally and emotionally... 😂
Riley
I like how you just get in there and work on the dozer.
Kudos to you for tackling that big beast.
Great job on the road you are making.
Is it just me or does that brand new U-joint look like a work of art? Heavy machinery parts are milled with such precision.
Someday we might need one of those mounted on the wall of the shop to remember this chapter of our lives!
Don't give up on the dozer yet, it seems you're doing good job solving the pre-existing troubles there. Once you solve those, you have already good experience on the dozer, you probably can expect to have less troubles then. The way you welded the broken thing in blade seems pretty strong, helps to put those additional support pieces there.
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Excellent advise Courtney.
Slow is Smooth and Smooth is FAST.
I think in some instances or situations, you have to be gentle with that Dozer.
Example, it´s made to move Soil and certain size of Rocks, maybe not Trees and other shapes.
But you´re gaining the experience while building equity on your property.. just make the Dozer last to the end of the project
Impressed with your ability to troubleshoot and repair the dozer, alas sounds like the torque converter is in your future.
Amazing work despite the setbacks. It would be very interesting to se a drone flyover of the road.
Yes, I have yet to figure out how either the old or new roads fit on their property! Would actually also love to see a still map of just the property (for safety reasons, we dont need specific location within its surroundings) with specific areas pointed out (like, Hill where concrete got dumped, area that flooded b/c there was an unnoticed swamp beside, steep section, etc)
Get to know your machine, walking around it daily to notice anything questionable. Quickly you’ll start seeing problems as they start, allowing for maintenance rather than repair! Great job !
This one is for Riley: I am so glad you are able to diagnose, research and tackle your problems head on. Having a basic understanding of mechanics always leads us to figuring out the big things. Kudos to you buddy for taking care of business and just think about all the knowledge you’ll have to help others in the future. Way to go Riley!! “Obstacles are what you see when you take you eye off the goal” And you my friend are goal oriented.
Thanks Brian! I just read him your comment. I am so proud of how much work he was been putting in on this dozer and our road!
You and him make a great team. I am glad y’all are together. Keep inspiring each other! My job today is to fix the misses garbage disposal and she has wood projects for me. Minor in comparison but we too are a great team. Proud of y’all
One thing that I’m impressed about. Y’all sure as hell ain’t afraid to tackle anything.
I am a cat mechanic for a cat dealer in PA I use a air compressor and a blow gun to clean the metal from the magnet safety glasses are a must
Thanks for the tip. We'll have to try that next time!
Your determination, skills, talents and abilities continue to impress! Can’t wait to see your next video.
And, the road is looking amazing!!
Thanks Michelle!
To be young and physically able to do all you do. I was there once but not there now in my not so younger years
So the real question here is this: Using the dozer is so much faster than what you were doing before, when you add in the repair times, is it still within the same time frame as it would have been without the dozer? If it is, I feel like you have been saying what you are accomplishing with the dozer is better than what you would have accomplished without it (eg. wider road, etc.) Regardless I think it is amazing what you are doing and I really look forward to all your videos.
Even with all of the repair time, this dozer gets more work done in a week than our excavator could do in a month!
The excavator may have been able to do the roadwork but only if the machine was seriously abused. Save the excavator for what it was designed for and it will last a long a time.
there is no comparison what a D8 can do, compared to what they were doing 10,000 fold. a no brainier. even compared to hiring out, when i did my land i rented a D8 for 3 week, after it was logged. the rental cost me $4500 cnd plus hundreds of gallons of feul// ihad to pay for repairs, well parts as i did the work
Hi Riley & Courtney
Wow
I'm constantly amazed how Riley just pushes through each obstacle that arises
You've gotten so much done on the road with the CAT so far. I believe Riley will figure this one out and you will make it to the finish line.
By the time you get done using it, Riley and it are going to have such a relationship that if he has to part with it , it will be like losing a family member.
The upgrades to the truck are awesome.
Wishing you the best in all you do.
Stay strong and safe
Lot of patience and a good sense of humor. Bravo!
I find all this mechanical stuff weirdly fascinating. I am sorry there have been so many problems but that CAT has more than paid for itself with all the grading of the road it has done. I adore the bulldozer. I just want to crawl under there and see how it all works. Have faith, all will work out.
We really can't be mad at it... it's already done more work in a few weeks than our excavator could have done all summer!
Can't wait for you guys to get this dozer sorted, which I know you will soon enough. Just think you are still days or a week(s) ahead of where you started with just the truck and digger. Massive progress with what the dozer has done already. So happy for the progress you've made thus far and appreciate the content on the dozer repair(s) and the incredibly useful ecoflow power system on the truck, so amazing and so smart of you guys.
When you have some Down time Pull the Seat out and get it reupholstered, getting some new cushion on the seat and back will greatly improve your day.