I Bought A Volvo Motor Grader Sight Unseen From Texas

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  • @letsdig18
    @letsdig18  Месяц назад +40

    Use code LETSDIG50 to get 50% OFF your first Factor box plus 20% off your next month of orders at bit.ly/3V1bQLT

    • @db7059
      @db7059 Месяц назад +3

      No lunch for the Mrs Chris?

    • @stephencarlson1160
      @stephencarlson1160 Месяц назад +1

      Looks like my meal on wheels

    • @twosmokestroke-kw8kj
      @twosmokestroke-kw8kj Месяц назад +3

      @@stephencarlson1160 meals on wheels microwave wipes out all the vitamins plastic dish poison you 😂

    • @stephencarlson1160
      @stephencarlson1160 Месяц назад

      @@twosmokestroke-kw8kj agree with that

    • @calvinefurd2712
      @calvinefurd2712 Месяц назад

      What is this Lucy? I was looking around for Ethel. I’m out of here.

  • @chelseagensley
    @chelseagensley Месяц назад +251

    We were so thankful to have the opportunity to haul this blade for you, Chris! We hope y’all love our Ole reliable Western Star!!!
    Congrats on your purchase & we hope it becomes a valuable asset to your collection!

    • @letsdig18
      @letsdig18  Месяц назад +53

      @@chelseagensley haha I think Hunter was ready for a bed to sleep in after that road trip!!

    • @randybourdon2791
      @randybourdon2791 Месяц назад +26

      And the grader has a cup holder!!

    • @williammatthews2948
      @williammatthews2948 Месяц назад +14

      @@randybourdon2791 Dirt Perfect would be happy. Lol.

    • @RRRIBEYE
      @RRRIBEYE Месяц назад +6

      @@williammatthews2948 Oh he loves his *clip on CAT* grader for the *TACO!* lol

    • @Lazzar1958
      @Lazzar1958 Месяц назад +5

      Great sounding truck! Seems you all take care of your equipment as well as Chris does!!

  • @erikcourtney1834
    @erikcourtney1834 Месяц назад +152

    Chris is just killin out there. 1 man company and he has enough equipment to run a different one everyday for 3 weeks. They all work and function as they should…. Except poor betty

    • @Skorpychan
      @Skorpychan Месяц назад +20

      Betty's more of a toy like the dragline, cable shovel, and cable excavator.

    • @kens.3729
      @kens.3729 Месяц назад +5

      What happened to Chris’ Uncle John ? Weren’t the two (2) of them in Bidnez together ? Thanks! 👍🙏

    • @cathiwim
      @cathiwim Месяц назад +17

      @@kens.3729chris grew enough, and went on his own. Been busy as crap ever since!

    • @jimarter8188
      @jimarter8188 Месяц назад

      @@kens.3729 Chris worked for his uncle until he went out on his own

    • @alwayssharp
      @alwayssharp Месяц назад +4

      Don’t think he is a one man company

  • @patrickcolahan7499
    @patrickcolahan7499 Месяц назад +34

    My first thought was to round that corner on the cabin walk way. Looks like a short cut was taken with the 90 degree corner. Great new piece of equipment. You have been needing a newer grader. Did not know it was your Uncles. Congrats on rounding out your fleet. Nice to see a smart young man. Thanks for sharing.

  • @motivatedpeon
    @motivatedpeon Месяц назад +25

    FINALLY!!! No more mismatched tires on the grader! Happy new machine day! 😎

  • @moparman1962
    @moparman1962 Месяц назад +5

    People like your new to you grader, Chris. A lot of us are looking forward to the next installment of you finishing up on the 9 acre or 15 acre (however many acres it is) pond you've been working on for the last few weeks...a lot of us are really invested in that series being as you did so much work over time to tear it down, clear and clean it, put it back together in stages and steps with the clay you could find and then you flooding it with the other pond and joining the two as you tore out the old dam between them. That was/is a pretty cool, big, satisfying project to watch unfold. ; )

  • @davidepool5884
    @davidepool5884 Месяц назад +56

    Your business has been growing by leaps and bounds over the last few years and deservingly so. You’ve worked hard to build your business and you deserve to have good equipment. I’ve really been enjoying the daily videos lately.

  • @maxmacdonald7174
    @maxmacdonald7174 Месяц назад +24

    At least 20 years old and in very good shape. Nice.

  • @jbonegw
    @jbonegw Месяц назад +54

    Ohhhhhh man… was looking so forward to seeing the next installment of the 9 acre pond. 😂 Congrats on the new machine. 👍

  • @mikegremlin5249
    @mikegremlin5249 Месяц назад +18

    At least your grader has two of the same sized front wheels and tyres 😊
    Nice to see you fill a empty slot in your machine list. Have a great day.

  • @Vickie-Bligh
    @Vickie-Bligh Месяц назад +12

    The fleet is increasing. What a nice machine that seems to work really well. The fact that friends reach out to you saying that they have equipment, are you interested is so cool. Thanks for sharing.

  • @charleswelch249
    @charleswelch249 Месяц назад +3

    I don't know how you did it. The new 220, 350, and now an almost new grader in 1 year. You work very hard, Chris, and if anyone deserves to be able to do that, it's definitely you. With this horrible economy and you are booked up with work. You are definitely a great businessman. Congratulations on your new to you, grader.

  • @jerrymclean8075
    @jerrymclean8075 Месяц назад +39

    Geoff will be paying the grader off when Chris does the roads for the Bealygood Subdivisions!! Thanks Geoff for Chris' new machine!!!

    • @stephengarner9109
      @stephengarner9109 Месяц назад +3

      Not yet - he has to pay off his crane! 🤣🤣🤣

  • @josephsmith7849
    @josephsmith7849 Месяц назад +22

    Chris I’ve been watching you for at Least 8 years. All ur Hard Work n Being a True Craftsman of ur Trade. You Continue to Build a Great Business n Life for urself.
    Thank You For Sharing it with us. I’ve learned a lot from watching you too.
    Much Love and Respect to You Chris 🤙🔥🇺🇸

  • @davidcassidy6226
    @davidcassidy6226 Месяц назад +13

    That was an awesome view from in the cab! Great to see you getting more equipment to make your job easier!

  • @philipberry2704
    @philipberry2704 Месяц назад +11

    Congratulations on the new grader Chris
    The cabin is looking AWESOME!!

  • @stevelutzke9600
    @stevelutzke9600 Месяц назад +11

    Great looking little grader, should fit in your fleet perfectly.

  • @janellevoigt5481
    @janellevoigt5481 Месяц назад +15

    Well, I said it months ago, buy I'll say it again I see another equipment shed being built in Chris's future.... wow, and that grader is BIG and it's a Volvo!! :) Yeanl!! Love the videos!

    • @janellevoigt5481
      @janellevoigt5481 Месяц назад +2

      Maybe find an instruction manual online for it and hard copy it??? I do that for things I buy, just a thought.

    • @TOOLMAN4hvac
      @TOOLMAN4hvac Месяц назад +2

      I was thinking the same thing , one of those 100x 200 boxes probably would do it.😂

    • @stevesmith-wc2gb
      @stevesmith-wc2gb Месяц назад

      It’s a valvo and logger wade would say

  • @erikcourtney1834
    @erikcourtney1834 Месяц назад +3

    Gotta say I really do like that little grader and it has the perfect engine in it. Only thing it needs is the hoses swapped ( I’d definitely keep what your good at), and some window tint. Amazing how good she still looks. You did good. Remember it’s just money and it will return the investment. 😉

  • @vegasilkit
    @vegasilkit Месяц назад +14

    That's a beauty! Very pristine looking!

  • @shortnbald1.1
    @shortnbald1.1 Месяц назад +8

    Its fun watching your fleet grow!

  • @leroyaultmon
    @leroyaultmon Месяц назад +1

    Congrats, Chris, on your new grader. It looks so good turning in the driveway, and that Western star is awesome

  • @rrd166
    @rrd166 Месяц назад +19

    The only words to say is WOW !!!
    It's all coming to fruition.
    Hard work and patience pays off ,,

  • @applianceman6194
    @applianceman6194 Месяц назад +15

    Look at you there. No more open cab grader...now you can prissy things up in air-conditioned comfort. Stylin Cris👍👍

    • @applianceman6194
      @applianceman6194 Месяц назад

      You gonna get a stereo in that beast so you can rock out to country tunes like when you were younger 😁😁

    • @erikcourtney1834
      @erikcourtney1834 Месяц назад

      That’s asking for RUclips to de-mon the video. Music/radio is not good for making videos for money. People forget to turn them off when filming and bam there goes footage or any revenue the video would have made.

  • @randysmith9636
    @randysmith9636 Месяц назад +1

    The "square" patio will allow the fitment of furniture easier and offers more space.
    Congratulations on the grader brother, she looks great.

  • @JamesGroves-b1z
    @JamesGroves-b1z Месяц назад +11

    CONGRATULATIONS nice addition to the fleet

  • @wayneullman5079
    @wayneullman5079 Месяц назад +41

    Another Volvo to add to the fleet!

    • @carltontweedle5724
      @carltontweedle5724 Месяц назад

      I think he has a fetish for volvo. HAHAHA. Mind you good stuff works.

  • @DMSparky
    @DMSparky Месяц назад +4

    That Western Star was absolutely hauling.

  • @clifforddgreen1296
    @clifforddgreen1296 Месяц назад +2

    I like the idea Chris using the grader at home to get used to it that way when you get on a job site you'll have a better control of it and can make things right look sad if you're not on top of your machine in front of a customer😂

  • @GARDENER42
    @GARDENER42 Месяц назад +21

    You've got the farm looking fantastic these days Chris.

  • @TheDrewCharles
    @TheDrewCharles Месяц назад +6

    I love your episodes keep on digging.
    All of a sudden everybody's getting greater what's up is it motograter season. ...talk to text... grater...

  • @johnpyle8027
    @johnpyle8027 Месяц назад +9

    I don't know when this video was shot, but if it's not too late you might see if your concrete person can raise the left side going down on the curve. As a person who uses a wheelchair, going down the walk and gripping the left wheel on that angle you can tend to slide. If a person had a few cold ones in them and was in a hurry to get down to the fire it may make for a fun ride. It shouldn't cost any more and don't you know a guy that moves dirt that could build it up and taper it off nice on the right? 😁 The place is looking great! If I ever get to where I can't take care of my small acreage, I would like to find an infill lot in a small town and build something just like it!

  • @greggb1416
    @greggb1416 Месяц назад +1

    Very nice grader. I am green with envy…, and forward to many videos of it.
    Thank you sir.

  • @bryanlloyd1099
    @bryanlloyd1099 Месяц назад +2

    Nice grader and you deserve it with all of the hard work that you do!

  • @georgestange3263
    @georgestange3263 Месяц назад +7

    That's cool and articulated machine, turn around is going to be quick.

  • @garymessina1609
    @garymessina1609 Месяц назад +3

    Great newer grader it's going better in the fall and winter with a heated cab great video thanks Chris

  • @danhfvcsd1
    @danhfvcsd1 Месяц назад +1

    A 'sunken lounge/firepit' would have been AWESOME on that patio near the pond!
    I'm also glad old mate leaves his monster truck parked along the road for people to see... that's awesome haha

  • @jrand2631
    @jrand2631 Месяц назад +5

    FINALLY! Now you're a real BIG boy. 😁
    Congratulations, you needed that one. 👍

  • @jameskaufmann4260
    @jameskaufmann4260 Месяц назад +3

    What a cool new toy! You have some beautiful property. Hard work does pay off.

  • @ThomasBrown-o2z
    @ThomasBrown-o2z Месяц назад

    Good for you Chris another piece of equipment to the fleet you must be doing well for yourself 🚧🚜

  • @leolarocque-v5v
    @leolarocque-v5v Месяц назад +4

    Love your new Aditions , Chris and it's new Grader Love it .

  • @Lazzar1958
    @Lazzar1958 Месяц назад +3

    Letsdig18 decal application for the finishing touch!!

  • @billwilliams9527
    @billwilliams9527 Месяц назад +2

    Kudos Chris, you are getting there with all the equipment in your camp. Works better that way.

  • @schrap72
    @schrap72 Месяц назад

    Congratulations, Chris! It’s gorgeous!!!!!❤❤❤❤

  • @francesstratton695
    @francesstratton695 Месяц назад +24

    I was hoping we would get to see the doggie. I miss the breakfast runs with them. You sure do have a beautiful home Chris. 👍👍🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻♥️♥️🇺🇸

    • @t_crom
      @t_crom Месяц назад +1

      Love watching them share the tater tots

  • @thomasbrown9047
    @thomasbrown9047 Месяц назад +7

    More equipment Woo woo! Love the videos and as always keep up the great work!

  • @WatcherNine
    @WatcherNine Месяц назад +10

    You're going to have to widen your fence gates and entrance road if you keep buying up equipment Chris!

  • @Liam-t7u
    @Liam-t7u Месяц назад +4

    May have cost you some bucks but you're adding value to your venture. Good luck with the new addition to the family.

  • @regsparkes6507
    @regsparkes6507 Месяц назад +8

    That Volvo Grader having Champion Graders heritage, should be a good one to fill you needs Chris, especially with that Volvo diagonal bar across it's grille😄.
    How can you go wrong with another Volvo in your fleet!

    • @mariebennett5739
      @mariebennett5739 Месяц назад

      well I operated a Champion 686 grader for two years spent as time fixing the damn thing as did operating it !

    • @regsparkes6507
      @regsparkes6507 Месяц назад

      @@mariebennett5739 Of course I didn't say they were ALL perfect ( nor are operators) but being 'man-made' there are some with faults. :)
      Indeed ALL equipment manufacturers make and sell repair and service parts.

  • @r1mein54
    @r1mein54 Месяц назад +6

    Looks like your sight unseen gamble turned out good. The front entry with the Animal Clinic boulders still looks great. This will be better that Uncle Jon`s Fiat - you have weather protection, and I bet A/C and heat. Cabin and patio are looking good. I think the last time V220 was home you were digging the Cabin pond. You need to find a operators / repair manual for the new grader.

  • @scottburk4083
    @scottburk4083 Месяц назад +2

    Hey Chris! Congratulations on the new grader. I hope it gives you all you need performance wise. Take care,be safe and God Bless ya Brother!!!❤😊🙏

  • @rkins100
    @rkins100 Месяц назад +4

    Looks to be in good shape. Congrats on the addition of another Volvo, Chris.

  • @mikeweagle5523
    @mikeweagle5523 Месяц назад +3

    Fantastic Chris! That's really going to be an asset with all geoff's projects and the spin offs!

  • @larrykephart8784
    @larrykephart8784 Месяц назад +1

    I absolutely loved watching the old motor grader work but man that's a really nice machine. Can't wait to see more of it working. really nice Chris

  • @nigelhales874
    @nigelhales874 Месяц назад +10

    Congratulations on a second hand grader Volvo at that Will make a big difference on big leveling project Chris I all ways like watching these work and amazing on skill of operating system with dinner 🍽️ too follow

  • @richardtutor8331
    @richardtutor8331 Месяц назад +2

    Looks like it's working very well. Great buy .

  • @davidgrant7851
    @davidgrant7851 Месяц назад +3

    Looks and sounds amazing. Congratulations on the growing fleet.

  • @poste49
    @poste49 Месяц назад +3

    Very nice addition to your fleet couldn’t go to a better owner you maintain your equipment top notch 😁👍🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

  • @jackman6256
    @jackman6256 Месяц назад +5

    Old barnie sure is handy to have around
    When you need it

  • @als8326
    @als8326 Месяц назад +2

    Great looking motor Grader It was always my favorite tool of plowed snow with it. A scraped gravel roads put on shoulders and I’ve done a little hot. with grader cat Deere
    Champion and Galion

  • @NeilMaclachlan
    @NeilMaclachlan Месяц назад

    That looks a really clean.. well kept grader you bought there Chris....It will be well looked after by you....Stay safe and see you soon

  • @patrickblevinsarea7141
    @patrickblevinsarea7141 Месяц назад +2

    Congratulations Chris adding another great machine to your fleet

  • @mischef18
    @mischef18 Месяц назад +3

    Looks to be a great addition to your lineup of toys bro, being a Volvo it fits right in too. Safe travels. Ken.

  • @peterthornton8520
    @peterthornton8520 Месяц назад +2

    Great little machine. Look forward of seeing it on the 9 acre pond job.

  • @sylviaprudhomme5417
    @sylviaprudhomme5417 Месяц назад

    Really like the new family member. Looks sharp❤❤❤❤❤

  • @IR-nq4qv
    @IR-nq4qv Месяц назад +8

    Rounding that corner on the patio will make it easier to mow or use a trimmer /edger

    • @cathiwim
      @cathiwim Месяц назад +2

      It also compliments the boxiness of the cabin. I like it a LOT

  • @RAYAR54
    @RAYAR54 Месяц назад +2

    Chris, congrats on the fine looking grader. A few videos ago, I seem to remember you mentioning that you sold your flat drum to a buddy that needed it and you bought a better one. I kind of expected to see it in this video. One of these days.

  • @terryrogers1025
    @terryrogers1025 Месяц назад +1

    First thing is congratulations on the new to you grader, looks well cared for. I remember sometime ago you mentioned on a video you were kind of on the look out for a grader, and if one came along you would look at it, I think you did a nice job of looking. As far as cost, I think its service life and convenience of having it available when needed will offset set cost in the long run, best to you on the purchase, thanks for the update, enjoy the new toy, most happy for you.

  • @earlhildebran1733
    @earlhildebran1733 Месяц назад

    Congrats Chris on your new grader. Appears to be a few steps up on your uncles' grader. It looks outstanding. This will certainly be a great addition to your business..

  • @glennspreeman1634
    @glennspreeman1634 Месяц назад +3

    Deere backhoe,953, D6-7 now the grader are great values. Should perform well for you at lower cost!! Congrats

  • @stephengmeiner3264
    @stephengmeiner3264 Месяц назад

    Congrats on the new addition

  • @larrylane6512
    @larrylane6512 Месяц назад +2

    Farm and cottage looks great Congrats on the new road grader just need a big truck and trailer to haul it all the equipment now

  • @P-J-W-777
    @P-J-W-777 Месяц назад

    Upgrade time! Congrats! You should take that box off the front and put a push blade in its place since the lines are already there. Betting the L/R blade control hydraulic lines can be switched pretty easily. It’s just a matter of locating them on the manifold.
    Volvo should design their own Grader line of tractors.
    Hungry Man has been doing precooked meals for far longer than Factor and you can get them from pretty much any local grocery store lol. No need to wait!

  • @pauldillinger2286
    @pauldillinger2286 Месяц назад +1

    Proud of you Chris. You have a very nice line up of equipment. Very impressive buddy.

  • @joecapo8292
    @joecapo8292 Месяц назад +1

    Hi Chris, I just wanted to compliment you on all of your business decisions. At the rate that you are growing your business. You will be a bigger contractor than your uncle. Always move forward. Try not to walk away from any opportunity. The part time help is good. Eventually you may have to hire full time employees. And this will give you an opportunity to teach and mentor your employees to your standards, Joe Capo.

  • @danyarbrough7847
    @danyarbrough7847 Месяц назад

    Wow! This is like frosting on the cake for a guy who pays attention to detail like you. Excellent addition to the tool box.

  • @timl3605
    @timl3605 Месяц назад

    The Grader is another nice addition to your fleet.
    Your doing things the smart way & not sticking your neck out too far!
    Seems this is working out real well for you & will reap huge rewards in the future.
    Your conc. guys are doing a nice job for you. The curves & layout look really nice. I agree with you to put a radius on the one square corner. It'll tie it all together nicely.

  • @heatherlane9270
    @heatherlane9270 Месяц назад

    Found a little beauty there LetsDig18 - adding to the Volvo fleet. Your home and farm are looking fantastic and the cabin is nearly done. Well done - dreams coming true.

  • @BackyardMaine
    @BackyardMaine Месяц назад

    Love Factor.. Worked with them before and I really love the food.

  • @mikeellis3608
    @mikeellis3608 Месяц назад

    Chris. I have not commented before. But I felt inspired to say how impressed I am with how you balance the customer work load along with your personal home endeavors. It is truely impressive. Your work ethic is beyond reproach.
    I hope that you may also consider to also take an opportunity to have a bit of “fun” once in a while. Perhaps you do! Even one evening. My friend, you will not regret it in years to come.

  • @akachuck99
    @akachuck99 Месяц назад

    You just keep adding more and more equipment to your one-man band show.
    You're like a surgeon with the excavators.

  • @wallbawden5511
    @wallbawden5511 Месяц назад +3

    Was wondering when a Grader would turn up as you have bin looking for quite some time
    Looks like you found a really good one
    Ill say it again your not afraid to add machines reinvesting in your company and future of such
    Cabin is looking real good there almost finished
    Was nice to see the farm again for sure
    Keep up the good work and watch where your sticking ya Fingers
    Well done for sure
    Big Cheers from North Queensland Australia

  • @photocontrol
    @photocontrol Месяц назад

    Nice Volvo Grader! Congrats on the new addition to your fleet!

  • @rodneystewart8958
    @rodneystewart8958 Месяц назад +6

    That cab will be nice for snow removal

    • @dennis2376
      @dennis2376 Месяц назад +1

      Not that he gets much snow. :)

  • @keithdunlap2701
    @keithdunlap2701 Месяц назад +2

    Nice Man !! I'm glad you finally found one. looks like it works good too, really nice shape also !! Great as Always !! Have a Great Evening, And On too the Next !!

  • @williamd6967
    @williamd6967 Месяц назад +2

    Yep knew this was on the horizon 18.inclosed ac/heat.Hard work and dedication and is what it takes!

  • @jamielee9350
    @jamielee9350 Месяц назад +3

    Hunters truck sounding great with them stacks..."proper job" 💯

  • @timgiven3826
    @timgiven3826 Месяц назад

    I am extremely happy for you, Chris.

  • @BrushCommando
    @BrushCommando Месяц назад +5

    Nice!! I though that was a Cyber truck in the background @ 1:50 but it’s just the roof of a carport 😆 you were about to have to do some explaining! -Brian

  • @lordIanHouston
    @lordIanHouston Месяц назад +3

    Just need a big LD18 sticker on the grader now

  • @cupcakemonsteriwantthem9092
    @cupcakemonsteriwantthem9092 Месяц назад +2

    Just throughly impressed by the success your having. Very entertaining keep it up from the PNW.

  • @karlmckinnell2635
    @karlmckinnell2635 Месяц назад +2

    The last month I’ve checked out some graders wondering what would be a good size for Chris and what he might choose. 😊. I think an upgrade to Barney is on the horizon.

  • @dirtfarmer7472
    @dirtfarmer7472 Месяц назад +3

    Nice grader ‘04 that’s before DEF that’s very good. 6 wheel drive it’ll be able to spread dirt for a lot of your jobs. ??? Is it small enough that you can haul it on your gooseneck ??? You can road it to the job if you’re going less than 45 miles.
    You’ve been needing this machine for a while.

  • @dylan8285
    @dylan8285 Месяц назад

    I think this is the first time we’ve seen Chris’s kitchen. Also lunch at 8:30pm lmao

  • @CharlesSmith-ty2ce
    @CharlesSmith-ty2ce Месяц назад +4

    Chris the grader looks good i think you need another equipment building 😊😊😊

  • @rayschneider5756
    @rayschneider5756 Месяц назад +3

    Looks and runs like new good job🎉

  • @AquaPeet
    @AquaPeet Месяц назад

    LetsGrade24 looking like a good machine, congratulations!!

  • @jimmyfoster8944
    @jimmyfoster8944 Месяц назад +4

    That’s my country , we don’t have small equipment in Texas , hope you got a good deal

  • @priestofsyrinx6681
    @priestofsyrinx6681 Месяц назад

    The iron Armada is growing! Crazy looking back 10 years ago when the fleet was tiny. Now you have a number of machines that you own yourself. Pretty incredible. You should have a public list of your fleet haha. I've lost track of what you have now.
    Congrats on the new grader! Looks great, and I'm sure you'll pretty it up more when you do your usual maintenance. And, considering how well you treat your equipment+Volvo's reliability, it'll last you a very long time.

  • @leocornett3428
    @leocornett3428 Месяц назад +5

    Allways nice to have your own equiptment,no need to borrow anymore

    • @LatitudeSky
      @LatitudeSky Месяц назад

      He did have a grader of his own. It just rarely appeared in videos.

    • @leocornett3428
      @leocornett3428 Месяц назад

      @@LatitudeSky it belongs to his uncle