We Got Stuck In An Old Mineshaft Elevator 900 Feet Below The Ground At Cerro Gordo!

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  • Опубликовано: 25 ноя 2024
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  • @hagendas2727
    @hagendas2727 2 года назад +152

    Mad respect for the miners that worked down there. Insane

  • @Jbryant93
    @Jbryant93 3 года назад +16

    Thank you so much for turning me onto Brent! I wouldn’t have ever known about him. The MrBeast competition would be bad ass!!!!!

  • @Caitlin1928
    @Caitlin1928 3 года назад +148

    It's really interesting seeing it from the operators' point of view as well as we normally just see it from Brent's point of view on his channel. I like seeing some things from different point of views.

    • @ConnorEtch
      @ConnorEtch 3 года назад +5

      Well you seem popular to the bots lol

    • @Caitlin1928
      @Caitlin1928 3 года назад +2

      @@ConnorEtch Unfortunately. No idea why. Thanks for not being one!

  • @r.samuelfranks3615
    @r.samuelfranks3615 2 года назад +232

    When you see a "broom handle" sticking out of a hole inside a mine, please don't touch it! It's probably a tamping stick. Tamping sticks were non-conductive material (usually wood) used to tamp sticks of dynamite in to a blasting hole. That being said, I really enjoy your content!! I probably never would have found your channel, except that I follow Ghost Town Living. You rock!

    • @No444F
      @No444F 2 года назад +7

      would dynamite be able to explode after 100 years of being in a hole with a lot of moisture? genuinely asking.

    • @Robyn--
      @Robyn-- 2 года назад +30

      @@No444F Yeah, sometimes it can explode by complete chance.

    • @ravenaubrey8630
      @ravenaubrey8630 2 года назад +16

      @@No444F thats why theyre illegal until under special certification and even then the old ones arent used. Even dropping one has set em off completely unstable aged.

    • @poptardedtj6511
      @poptardedtj6511 2 года назад +1

      or it was the storige for the anti horny bonk stick for the miners this is a joke

    • @rowand2263
      @rowand2263 2 года назад +1

      @@No444F that's the beauty of NITRO! Bump or just the ground vibrations from stepping near it, can set it off.

  • @Rampagedd
    @Rampagedd 3 года назад +241

    The legendary crossover returns. Would love to see more together when the occasion presents itself

  • @Paul_Lane
    @Paul_Lane 3 года назад +295

    The look on everyone’s faces when they stopped after the breaks went out tells a lot, but the look on HD’s faces showed his concern for his team as he felt the weight of responsibility as the driver. Great video.

    • @f-ckmyr0fil617
      @f-ckmyr0fil617 3 года назад

      bottle, and then your grandmother😾😿🙀

    • @f-ckmyr0fil617
      @f-ckmyr0fil617 3 года назад

      ‘Who is there?’🍹🍸🍷🍾🍶🍵☕️

    • @f-ckmyr0fil617
      @f-ckmyr0fil617 3 года назад

      so she was always😐😚😊😂

    • @MOSSFEEN
      @MOSSFEEN 3 года назад +2

      BRAKES

  • @MrJoeycrackers
    @MrJoeycrackers 3 года назад +302

    In Brent's video he complemented you two as level headed individuals BEFORE you went down. The adrenaline obviously kicked in and some how possessed you two to take up a whole ore cart! That was pretty ballsy dealing with a 100+ year hoist cable. (Tips hat)

    • @Vincentart21
      @Vincentart21 3 года назад +5

      @p!nned by HeavyDSpark interesting way to scam people

    • @docholladay7638
      @docholladay7638 3 года назад +2

      Looks like heavy D comment section got hacked

    • @Vincentart21
      @Vincentart21 3 года назад +10

      @@docholladay7638 no it's the same scammer tryna get people's attention by mentioning HeavyD in his name and same image as his profile picture.. and then he's goin over arguments with me on several comments through different accounts. He's not the brightest and then he's deleting his comments as I'm getting him

    • @d.d.h6749
      @d.d.h6749 3 года назад

      @@Vincentart21 explain

    • @Vincentart21
      @Vincentart21 3 года назад +5

      @@d.d.h6749 explain what? Click on my first comment I mentioned that person who creates fake accounts to scam people saying it's HeavyD and makes them whatsapp on a number..

  • @slak96u
    @slak96u 2 года назад +45

    @heavydsparks thanks for showing Brent you don't have to go at it alone, it's a good lesson for all of us. You changed the guys life for the better and it has been fantastic to watch, great-great content.

    • @danielbianchi3479
      @danielbianchi3479 Год назад

      Absolutely, all have huge Heart’s! Stay safe guys!❤

  • @feedsyoutube
    @feedsyoutube 3 года назад +807

    Seeing you move that huge ore bucket in the mine was impressive on Brent’s channel! I really like GhostTownLiving x HeavyD videos

    • @CorruptInfinityOfficial
      @CorruptInfinityOfficial 3 года назад +3

      Agree it was a good dynamic

    • @feedsyoutube
      @feedsyoutube 3 года назад +6

      @@CorruptInfinityOfficialthey have been a great duo sense the first time he came almost a year+ HeavyD is great at being helpful

    • @garybenavides7020
      @garybenavides7020 3 года назад +8

      Guys there’s no way I could go down that elevator just can’t it dosent help I have anal glaucoma which means I just can’t see my a** going down there. 🥺 Give you guys all the props for going down there.

    • @got2gopritch28
      @got2gopritch28 3 года назад +3

      Best combination and location for the best content

    • @feedsyoutube
      @feedsyoutube 3 года назад +4

      HeavyD liked my comment, made my night

  • @Cake41579
    @Cake41579 3 года назад +306

    Well boys. I went to work at 18 years old in the coal mines in WV. My first day going to work after getting all of the required certifications, I had to witness a fellow miner Be carried out after being pretty much decapitated. The dangers are much higher than anyone ever wouid imagine. Dangers that you have to worry about outside are completely different underground. Stay safe boys. Always be aware of your surroundings. It’s not something to take lightly. Good content.

    • @BlueYiperoo
      @BlueYiperoo 2 года назад +23

      My great grandfather was a coal miner and was killed in the mine. He was crushed by a coal car...guys you should have helmets on!

    • @LysLovesAlpacas
      @LysLovesAlpacas 2 года назад +25

      my grandpa was a coal miner and let me just say.. major respect. he has so many health issues that almost all directly relate back to his mining career. my heart goes out to all the people who never made it out of the mines, and it’s a shame that even the miners who didn’t have to pay with their life, many had to pay with their health for the rest of their lives.
      thankfully he is still with us, and this reminds me i need to ask him some more stories about his mining days. we’re in western PA btw!

    • @louellacharlton4425
      @louellacharlton4425 2 года назад +8

      My grandpap worked the mines in Pittsburgh and W.Virginia. (born in 1912) after he and grandma got married. He passed away in 1974 from black lung. He would tell me stories about how bad things were.
      I love the way all the guys are with each other. You can see and sometimes feel that they really care about each other. What a wonderful blessing to have.
      Stay safe please. PEACE

    • @TruthIsTheNewHate84
      @TruthIsTheNewHate84 2 года назад +4

      Respect man. Mining ain't an easy job. It takes a special breed to be a miner. That's one heck of a first day on the job. How long did you mine for? Are you still a miner?

    • @Robert1337_
      @Robert1337_ 2 года назад

      what were you mining?

  • @perfect716
    @perfect716 3 года назад +182

    You’re such an amazing help to Brent and Cerro Gordo! Bringing more awareness to what he’s doing is really going to help a lot!

  • @sr.chinta-louisetorpey5566
    @sr.chinta-louisetorpey5566 2 года назад +74

    Oh dear...I nearly had a fainting spell, when those men hung their legs over the hole. Wow...takes a special breed of people to explore mines...incredible footage. So happy your all safe. Good recovery when the brakes went out. Take care now! Granny!

  • @Htcuban4
    @Htcuban4 3 года назад +32

    Watching this made me feel a bit claustrophobic and i dont consider myself to be one. You have to have lots of respect for all those miners that use to work underground and still do. This was a very cool video to watch. Great job to you and your team ,

  • @coltonburge1450
    @coltonburge1450 3 года назад +39

    I've moved alot of dirt in my life and I've always been fascinated with how the old timers did it back in the day. Especially in mine shafts.

    • @coltonburge1450
      @coltonburge1450 3 года назад +1

      And ready to mingle. Do you need me to send money or go get a bunch of gift cards??

    • @dustyc324
      @dustyc324 3 года назад

      @@coltonburge1450 gift card. you have to get gift card and send me the numbers.

    • @coltonburge1450
      @coltonburge1450 3 года назад +1

      @Mary Humphrey because i guarantee you are a little weirdo dude from India or Nigeria on RUclips "of all places" trying to catfish a sucker. You looking for someone to scam. Lol get a life.

    • @YrnTakeeOff
      @YrnTakeeOff 3 года назад

      @@coltonburge1450 😂😂

  • @brianblose
    @brianblose 3 года назад +147

    Brett has the life. Especially the crazier stuff gets in this country. Middle of no where alone or only with the people he chooses to be around.

    • @kg7219
      @kg7219 3 года назад +3

      thats a pretty loaded statement "especially the crazier stuff gets in this country" act like it hasnt been this batshit crazy all along ya dang nostalgia parasite

    • @danzdoinz8000
      @danzdoinz8000 3 года назад +1

      @Rita 25 y.o - check my vidéó what the hell you talking about? I like your avatar! 😁

    • @roscoe4092
      @roscoe4092 3 года назад

      @@danzdoinz8000 I bet you do

    • @SalTarvitz
      @SalTarvitz 3 года назад

      Except lead is a toxic substance that if inhaled WILL cause cancer. Brett will probably have Cancer by 60 if he doesn't have damaged cells already.

    • @AuRowe
      @AuRowe 3 года назад

      He does just throwin out he is in the most Communistic state in the USA California.

  • @mds19238
    @mds19238 2 года назад +9

    You have impressed me with your willingness to reachout and help Brent, many thanks to you and your crew...God bless.

  • @zimguy
    @zimguy 3 года назад +19

    You guys have been awesome helping Brent out and restoring Cerro Gordo! Also, fantastic cinematography that really gave a sense of the history of that place!

  • @SueMoe
    @SueMoe 3 года назад +46

    Dave Sparks you are an awesome beast! 👍 Love that you all are helping out at Cerro Gordo. Watching you on top of that hoist was wild!!! Great collaboration. Hoping to continue to watch your collaboration and bond with Brent grow ! Great people making great videos!! Volunteering at Cerro Gordo is on my bucket list and these videos create even more excitement! Thanks guys!!!

  • @graememckay9972
    @graememckay9972 3 года назад +96

    when everyone was laughing the brake failure off Heavy D wasn't which shows how serious it was and how much of a fright he got.

    • @Henley3276
      @Henley3276 3 года назад +3

      Yeah he really is a big wimp at the end of the day

    • @thJune
      @thJune 3 года назад +5

      I’ll be honest, I’ve never seen brake fluid boil in a Polaris before. I’ve made some boil in a late model stock car, but never in a 4 wheeler. Good lord.

    • @triplehfarmsllc7348
      @triplehfarmsllc7348 3 года назад +10

      Yep 900 ft isn’t crazy far but concerned how old that mine is pretty serious stuff and not the safest… and to the comment of a wimp dude idk if you have ever came close to death it really changes things and it a weird feeling and very life changing. I came within inch’s of dying in 2019 iv got 3 places on my brain. Can’t spell for shit had back surgery 3 shoulder surgeries and my right shoulder won’t heal or get better and will be a 3rd surgery one day with a complete replacement just wanna wait as long as I can.. so I wouldn’t call him a wimp for worrying about himself and the crew/team in the cage.

    • @codykad243
      @codykad243 3 года назад +1

      this hurt my brain to read

    • @marcuslinton310
      @marcuslinton310 3 года назад

      How serious it was? GMAB! You really think he'd be stuck down for long just because the elevator failed? How many very capable guys does he have working for him? It was either get the elevator going, which was obviously the most likely scenario or they would figure something else out pretty quick.

  • @sandrafrazier1200
    @sandrafrazier1200 2 года назад +10

    Love your adventures, again thanks guys for sharing. All your adventures are so fun, I am 47 and live vicariously through your fun. I would have died from boredom without your fun and exploration! I am disabled and can no longer do these things So Thank you 😊🙏🏼🇺🇸

  • @nikonikorian6124
    @nikonikorian6124 3 года назад +15

    Dudes, you guys rock. Love how you never take yourselves too serious yet never go too overboard with the fun. Keep it up

  • @davidcotter3361
    @davidcotter3361 3 года назад +160

    Anytime you handle sticks of dynamite. You have to wear really good leather gloves. Because if ya don’t. It will cause your blood vessels to dilate. Giving you a spinal headache. Which trust me....you definitely don’t want. Also some blasting caps can be set off by static electricity alone. So I would definitely do some research on how old it is and what kind it’s is. Before messing with any of the explosives down there. If I had to guess. I would guess that it’s probably harmless as old as it is. But I would definitely check first lol 🤙🏽

    • @codygrimsley2341
      @codygrimsley2341 3 года назад +2

      Ice cream will take care of the headache, believe it or not!

    • @EdwinWiles
      @EdwinWiles 3 года назад +13

      For those who don't understand.
      Dynamite is nitroglycerin "stabilized" by mixing it with diatomaceous earth. That works quite well until it starts oozing out of the dynamite. Then it's just as touchy as nitro is reputed to be.
      In the early days of rail, a crate was "lost" at a station's cargo area-no bill of lading, no mfgr marks, leaking an oily substance. The station manager decided to find out what was in the crate by opening it with a crowbar.
      The explosion destroyed the station and did significant damage to surrounding structures.

    • @BrettHoustonTube
      @BrettHoustonTube 3 года назад +1

      Excellent comment. We are bioelectrical beings. We can store a great deal of energy in our cells. That can be discharged with a simple touch.

    • @EdwinWiles
      @EdwinWiles 3 года назад

      @Zutronic com Project Veritas has a record of twisting the facts and partial reporting to suit their needs. That is, if they aren't outright lying.

    • @tre420gaming4
      @tre420gaming4 3 года назад +1

      @@EdwinWiles the same shit that is uused in pool filters??? i never knew that! i did pools for 20 years and hated cleaning DE filters! and i imagine there was quite a mess where the man once stood??

  • @monstercpcake
    @monstercpcake 3 года назад +88

    BEST TIMING EVER
    I literally just finished your other series in cerro Gordo and was thinking it would be amazing to see you go back there!!!

    • @Vincentart21
      @Vincentart21 3 года назад +4

      @P!nned by heavydspark why don't you get a life and not scam people

    • @AUMINER1
      @AUMINER1 3 года назад +1

      @@Vincentart21 report the imposter - i'm so sick of this crap, they do it on all the channels i like. china scammers is what they are

  • @buglove515
    @buglove515 2 года назад +3

    The type of men it took to do all that work! Much respect much respect!!!

  • @Kitchevo
    @Kitchevo 3 года назад +33

    That is just sick! Absolutely love this series! Keep them coming! Brent and you guys make an incredible team

  • @sleepcycle8032
    @sleepcycle8032 3 года назад +7

    What a great video! I'm so happy that you and Brent stay in touch and seeing you so invested in this town's future. You guys must have been so exhausted after that day!

  • @Kuznia_
    @Kuznia_ 3 года назад +22

    The diesel bros and Brent have one of the best relationships

  • @travelingtophe
    @travelingtophe 2 года назад +2

    Thank you so much for your support and friendship to Brent and CG. Loving your adventures together.

  • @BushcraftHakankarahan
    @BushcraftHakankarahan 3 года назад +169

    hey man, great team, you are doing a great job, and thank you for presenting it to us in a pleasant way 😎😍👍👍

  • @jonimestas9692
    @jonimestas9692 2 года назад +17

    Completely insane. You guys eat tough for breakfast. I must say”I am not worthy”. This would be a better world with more men like you and your crew in it. Thank you for the adventure.

    • @micheleclifford8969
      @micheleclifford8969 2 года назад +1

      Amen To That 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍🙋‍♀️

  • @daveking9393
    @daveking9393 3 года назад +23

    I can't wait to watch this I totally found you because of your support of Brett thanks a lot for everything and I look forward to your future videos

  • @ryankenna9339
    @ryankenna9339 2 года назад +22

    Cerro Gordo series was absolutely awesome! Really cool to see you guys walk into a time capsule and bring all of us along for the journey.

  • @tylernute
    @tylernute 3 года назад +39

    Seeing Brent's video first, I realize that you guys are sometimes too humble. You guys made a monster effort to get that bucket in.

    • @pnnedbyheavydspark2763
      @pnnedbyheavydspark2763 3 года назад +1

      @Nicki Bluhm🎶
      Hit me on WhatsApp 🙏

    • @PronatorTendon
      @PronatorTendon 3 года назад

      @@pnnedbyheavydspark2763 You're scamming on RUclips using their name?

    • @marysimth1305
      @marysimth1305 3 года назад +1

      Are you single

    • @tylernute
      @tylernute 3 года назад

      @@marysimth1305 yes, but I don't like bots or trolls so please be real.

    • @marysimth1305
      @marysimth1305 3 года назад

      @@tylernute am here looking for a serious relationship

  • @fiatpandaman999
    @fiatpandaman999 3 года назад +22

    The production quality and content is next level, amazing work.

  • @tacosauceadventures
    @tacosauceadventures 3 года назад +81

    Yeah let’s go Mr Beast it’s time to take on your own challenge against the Diesel Bros!! I think you guys should do teams with a few fan teams all against each other!!

    • @jacobyakunt4675
      @jacobyakunt4675 3 года назад +5

      Lots of imposter channels getting around giving out fake watsapp numbers. Just saying.

    • @jacobyakunt4675
      @jacobyakunt4675 3 года назад +3

      Imposter confirmed.

    • @jacobyakunt4675
      @jacobyakunt4675 3 года назад +2

      @p!nned by HeavyDspark someone report this guy I can't copy the url on my phone to report who he is impersonating.

  • @smithjessiem44
    @smithjessiem44 2 года назад +2

    I just started watching you guys and couldn't stop watching your video's. Just the excitement, the thrill of what you guys go through is amazing. God bless you all.

  • @phoenixfox2697
    @phoenixfox2697 3 года назад +19

    I’ve been rewatching all Brent’s videos and sitting through the ads to jack up revenue. I’m still only about halfway through but I’m getting there. Thank you for finally convincing him to do it. Y’all are a bunch of modern day heroes.

  • @loverlei79
    @loverlei79 3 года назад +32

    Thank you so much for everything you do for Brent!

    • @Vincentart21
      @Vincentart21 3 года назад +2

      @p!nned by HeavyDSpark stop scamming people dude

    • @charlesbennett8700
      @charlesbennett8700 3 года назад

      @@Vincentart21 The only one that is in the wrong is you and thinking about scamming people.

    • @Vincentart21
      @Vincentart21 3 года назад +2

      @@charlesbennett8700 maybe you are the creator of that fake account that's why you are advocating for that person cuz it's not the real HeavyDsparks.

    • @rockingyeti56
      @rockingyeti56 3 года назад +2

      @@charlesbennett8700 that’s literally a fake account so chill

  • @NitrousDiecast
    @NitrousDiecast 3 года назад +9

    I like these historical videos! It really nice to see you guys help Brent out at Ghost Town Living with an awesome truck!

  • @AmericanMadeAdventures
    @AmericanMadeAdventures 2 года назад +4

    I was so surprised and happy to find this episode! I watched Brent go down to the 900 on his channel the first time, and then seeing this was an awesome treat! Thumb up and shared.

  • @joshartman1793
    @joshartman1793 3 года назад +71

    Best way to start my Sunday afternoon after a church morning! The content y’all continue to put out is awesome!

    • @stephenlancaster3785
      @stephenlancaster3785 3 года назад +1

      @@nikolaigold9735 tots and pears praise jeebus

    • @stephenlancaster3785
      @stephenlancaster3785 3 года назад +2

      Praise jeebus

    • @kyleeast9473
      @kyleeast9473 3 года назад +5

      @@nikolaigold9735 keep you’re small minded comments to yourself

    • @soulessshadow5356
      @soulessshadow5356 3 года назад +5

      @@nikolaigold9735 Look I'm not religious myself, but you just look like a douche ragging on other's personal beliefs and choices.

    • @Vincentart21
      @Vincentart21 3 года назад +2

      @p!nned by HeavyDSpark you gonna scam everyone here huh?

  • @duaneloeder6660
    @duaneloeder6660 3 года назад +10

    Love these videos. Its amazing what you guys have done to help Brent! The world needs that right now.

  • @bill8791
    @bill8791 3 года назад +13

    Supporting Brent's work is always going to make a good video. Saving something that's quintessentially US history.

  • @frankjrodriguez2144
    @frankjrodriguez2144 3 года назад +2

    Have been hooked on this blog since bounced into it ! Bret hats off to you ! You show us in simple terms what an undertaking is ahead of you . My confidence says this will be done too !

  • @VovveTV
    @VovveTV 3 года назад +69

    Love that you brought Brent a good truck to use, he'd needed one for awhile :D Glad you guys made it all in one piece afterwards, can't imagine how scary that would be. Running out of breaks, I guess it was scary af seeing you were shooked to the bone. Stay safe guys!

    • @Vincentart21
      @Vincentart21 3 года назад +5

      @p!nned by HeavyDSpark get a life scammer

    • @charlesbennett8700
      @charlesbennett8700 3 года назад

      @@Vincentart21 Maybe you need to get a life!

    • @Vincentart21
      @Vincentart21 3 года назад +8

      @@charlesbennett8700 are you supporting a scammer here my guy?

    • @cassyfofana7805
      @cassyfofana7805 3 года назад +2

      Amazing just amazing what a time capsule n all the History . Bless u all n ur Family's .... 😇

  • @ABirdOnTheMoon
    @ABirdOnTheMoon 3 года назад +38

    I follow Brant since he started his journey last year .. it was amazing to see this guy buy a piece of land in the middle of nowhere and be passionate about it. I never saw the elevator going down from that angle .. it is open from the sides and there is space enough for someone to fall down .. that is scary! I was so excited for you all to go down there because Brent never did much down .. just explored it quickly .. so this was so exciting for him as well :)

    • @ScoobyShotU
      @ScoobyShotU 3 года назад +2

      U definitely haven't seen every video Brent did then he looked at the 900 two but ok

  • @SG-bt4mv
    @SG-bt4mv 3 года назад +36

    Love these vids ! Found you guys through Brent's page after the concrete saga and now I've seen almost all his and your vids ! What an awesome combo of creators ! 💙🤙🏼🤙🏼

    • @kalinkapavlova9398
      @kalinkapavlova9398 3 года назад +1

      @P!nned by heavyDSparks begone, scam artist.

    • @f-ckmyr0fil617
      @f-ckmyr0fil617 3 года назад

      It is so early in the day that🍣🍢🍠🍝🍜🍛🍚

    • @f-ckmyr0fil617
      @f-ckmyr0fil617 3 года назад

      Meanwhile the wolf ran🥛🍼🍯🍮🍭🍬🍫

    • @f-ckmyr0fil617
      @f-ckmyr0fil617 3 года назад

      It is so early in the day that🍣🍢🍠🍝🍜🍛🍚

  • @sandyca1106
    @sandyca1106 3 года назад +1

    So glad to hear the pieces will go to a museum! What an amazing ride thru history!!! What a challenge to Mr. Beast! I'm ready to see that one!

  • @mt07daily
    @mt07daily 3 года назад +4

    You guy's are just pure/100% bad ass's. Thanks for everything that you continue to do to support Cerro Gordo!

  • @rydplrs71
    @rydplrs71 3 года назад +19

    4” grinder and a flap disk would be my tool of choice in the slow spots.

  • @kauphaart0
    @kauphaart0 3 года назад +19

    I can't decide whether it was the oversized hearts or the oversized egos, or a combination thereof that overloaded the hoist!

  • @HCplayerOriginalChannel
    @HCplayerOriginalChannel 2 года назад +2

    i just rewatched this video again and loved it even more! More Cerro Gordo if possible, i just love watching these mine explorations! Keep it up with the awesome content!

  • @keithrushforth4019
    @keithrushforth4019 3 года назад +14

    Standing on the roof will make it more likely to jam. It moves the centre of gravity up, relative to the cable attachment point, thereby making the cage more likely to twist and tilt over..

    • @johnn3542
      @johnn3542 3 года назад +3

      Pretty sure the extra weight in the elevator counteracted that.

    • @keithrushforth4019
      @keithrushforth4019 3 года назад +1

      @@johnn3542 Yes that's a good point, and if I'd been on top of that cage, causing a slight shift in the COG would've been the least of my worries. I'd have been far more concerned about loose debris falling down the shaft. If something falls 700 ft it's going to be moving at almost 150 mph. Event a small rock at that speed could kill you,. Considering that it was a bit silly that none of them were wearing safety helmets.

    • @thebarnyard5633
      @thebarnyard5633 3 года назад +2

      @@keithrushforth4019 thanks OSHA

    • @johnn3542
      @johnn3542 3 года назад

      @@keithrushforth4019 they had just went down it. I would assume they would know more about the mine shaft condition than the internet. Seemed like the biggest concern was the lift getting stuck like it always does.

  • @MrJustinmurphy07
    @MrJustinmurphy07 3 года назад +27

    Amazing adventure! Yall have me hooked on this mine now. Just binge watched all of the Cerro Gordo videos. I love what he is trying to do and how yall help him with accomplishing his goals.
    #fanforlife

  • @rjapplebottom7045
    @rjapplebottom7045 3 года назад +15

    Definitely have been looking forward to this part 2! Thank for the upload my guys 🔥 so lucky to have you guys videoing all of this! I seriously hope Mr Beast agrees!! Good save in the Ranger too 👌🏼

  • @NorCalDubber
    @NorCalDubber 3 года назад +4

    These guys really make a massive mark on cerro gordo, I hope mr beast shows up. Thank you for your tremendous generosity.

  • @ryanhogan6509
    @ryanhogan6509 3 года назад +94

    He said it was built in the 1800’s, in my mind “that means it’s going to work flawlessly”

    • @Necrodoxious
      @Necrodoxious 3 года назад

      You'd be surprised with that old construction!

    • @maryhumphrey5987
      @maryhumphrey5987 3 года назад

      @@Necrodoxious ??

    • @Necrodoxious
      @Necrodoxious 3 года назад

      @@maryhumphrey5987 sometimes the old stuff is built better. More material.

    • @maryhumphrey5987
      @maryhumphrey5987 3 года назад

      @@Necrodoxious are you married

    • @Necrodoxious
      @Necrodoxious 3 года назад

      @@maryhumphrey5987 I guess it doesn't work for marriage lol.

  • @mountainbound1315
    @mountainbound1315 3 года назад +16

    Kudos to your videographer for stunning footage and excellent editing. 🎥 Great scary as hell 😱 video with Brent deep inside the Cerro Gordo Mine 🧨 - 900 feet deep 👇🏽to be exact. You guys rock 🎆 for surprising Brent with the 🚛5 ton. Outstanding! 🤩👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @speedchialtas5954
    @speedchialtas5954 3 года назад +7

    You guys are awesome. I found your channel through Brent's and am a subscriber to your channel too. It is nice to see others do kind things for each other. It is unfortunate that we don't see more of it. You guys are great!

  • @iamjackalope
    @iamjackalope 2 года назад +28

    I'm in awe every time I see some of these old workings when I think of the shear ingenuity that the old timers put into accomplishing these gargantuan labor intensive projects. To think just the act of cutting the support timbers used was done mainly with hand saws. Never mind having to pack everything to the mine site then down into the mine and then having to haul the ore out and all of this was done for silver. When weighed against the amount of time and energy it took to pull it from the ground you got to wonder some times are we crazy. There had to be some pretty horrific injuries and I'm sure people died down there too. So my hats off to those rough and tumble men from our past because they where some bad ass mofos.

    • @chiphill9906
      @chiphill9906 2 года назад

      cave ins aint no joke....i lost a good friend due to a cave in 2020 while i watched helplessly.......please guys please safe......shalom

    • @iamjackalope
      @iamjackalope 2 года назад

      @@chiphill9906 Man that would suck big time. I feel for you.

    • @ironbackplays7861
      @ironbackplays7861 2 года назад

      @@iamjackalope Just to let you know, before some jackass comes along in three years or so, “oar” is what you use on a boat, “ore” is a category of material typically found underground.

    • @iamjackalope
      @iamjackalope 2 года назад

      @@ironbackplays7861 Oh yea. I guess your right about that. Oar or Ore. I suppose I could correct it.

    • @iamjackalope
      @iamjackalope 2 года назад

      Done.

  • @ixiairisborne1695
    @ixiairisborne1695 3 года назад +7

    I love how, in the footage of you all dealing with the brake failure, there's a button saying, "Fun Meter" and it's in the red.

    • @TheAnnoyingBoss
      @TheAnnoyingBoss 3 года назад +1

      @P!nnedby HeavyDspark bro quit spamming your BS

  • @emsstories9555
    @emsstories9555 3 года назад +63

    im most impressed with that elevator, built to quality and strength apparently.

    • @RatSpleam
      @RatSpleam 3 года назад +1

      @p!nned by HeavyDspark Are you trolling lmfao

    • @mossey9925
      @mossey9925 3 года назад +2

      @Concrete Plus but she's still 150plus years old u replace the cable on your truck winch every few years so of course there's a different cable but do u realy think your winch will be around in 150 years I don't think so

    • @mossey9925
      @mossey9925 3 года назад +2

      @Concrete Plus of course it's got bearings hoses pumps rebuilt and the likes but she's mostly original for being 150 years old she's mint

    • @DevDog67
      @DevDog67 3 года назад +1

      @@RatSpleam it's a scammer

    • @josephwickham1989
      @josephwickham1989 3 года назад

      @@DevDog67 what you talking about?

  • @elchaposione5808
    @elchaposione5808 3 года назад +5

    First time seeing heavy D absolutely spent after a days work. returning from the mine! He looks hammered!

  • @6rebelangel
    @6rebelangel 2 года назад +3

    This is odd for me! Normally I don't watch any construction, mining, or 'manly men doing manly things' kind of stuff, but I really enjoy this channel. You're kind, generous, a great speaker, and a very interesting person (and the music used for these videos are NOT what I was expecting- it's much better). You like helping people and I don't get bored watching you- keep up the good work!

  • @pattiwagner1980
    @pattiwagner1980 3 года назад +5

    You guys are nuts!!! And I love it!!
    Thank you for taking us along on another one of your great adventures!!!

    • @pattiwagner1980
      @pattiwagner1980 3 года назад

      @Mary Humphrey why on earth would you ask that? I'm an adrenaline junky. Have been all my life. If you were referring to HeavyD, yup he is! And his wife is a beautiful lady!

  • @juliapeyton8461
    @juliapeyton8461 3 года назад +6

    Your adventures have become addictive! Love that you have helped Brent at Cerro Gordo. Maybe we'll see the American Hotel rise from the ashes yet.

  • @scalehavenrcpark113
    @scalehavenrcpark113 3 года назад +23

    This put such a crazy smile on my face it’s not even funny I used to be an underground driller and blaster I absolutely love an opportunity to go down there and explore those old headings, that’s amazing!

  • @roythomas335
    @roythomas335 2 года назад +1

    I think it's amazing how all of you are staying so humble and grounded and giving back to people y'all are awesome

  • @estarias
    @estarias 3 года назад +4

    This was almost as intense watching them get stuck going back up, as I was watching back in the 80's, when a baby girl got stuck in a well. Brought back the memories! Not the same situation, but it was intense...

  • @cable440
    @cable440 3 года назад +18

    This was awesome! I love this kind of stuff. HeavyD Im happy you guys got the opportunity to do this. Glad you guys made it safe. Someday I think it would be amazing for this mine to be 3D scanned in each level, and turn it into a VR experience that people can download, and use with a VR headset to be able to do their own exploring virtually. And make some things interactive with the experience so in VR we could pick things up and take them back to the elevator, and maybe even do our own mining! That would be sooo cool!

    • @gringa978
      @gringa978 3 года назад

      That’s a really good idea!!

    • @keepironman14
      @keepironman14 3 года назад +4

      I agree on 3d scanning/mapping but so that there can be a full 3D map of the mine. With a 3D map of the whole accessible system you could find where different areas connect. Running a scan between the various known mine openings, and then scanning within them.
      (By keeping the scan going between openings you would have each map connected so possible connections could be found, or even made.
      The only issue is time, and equipment needed to do such a task would be rather expensive, and the process time consuming.

    • @backyardbraaapn1017
      @backyardbraaapn1017 3 года назад +1

      Yall do realize this mine isnt his, right??
      Hit up Brent with those ideas, not Dave

    • @keepironman14
      @keepironman14 3 года назад

      @@backyardbraaapn1017 you realize that i was only talking in agreement with what the 1st guy said?

    • @cable440
      @cable440 3 года назад

      @@backyardbraaapn1017 yeah. It was just an idea that came to me at the time. Not that it would ever come to fruition or anything... but that's what I would do if I had a say in it or if the property was mine.

  • @GHickling
    @GHickling 3 года назад +5

    I love these vids with Brent, I'm a big cerra gordo fan and watching you help him out is fantastic. Well done lads!

  • @sisterbluesky62
    @sisterbluesky62 3 года назад +1

    I saw that video when you guys helped Brent and what respect I have for you all...now I found your channel...my dream all my life is to go live in the mountains and a ghost town .thank you for taking me to see my dream..God Bless all you kids...❤️🙏🕯️❤️🙏🕯️❤️🙏🕯️..keeping you all in my prayers...and to see good people in this world.....there is hope for mankind......

  • @SajberSfera
    @SajberSfera 3 года назад +5

    love this collab :) u guys need a series in Cerro Gordo we can see u enjoyed this very much, so did we :)

  • @austinwoods7644
    @austinwoods7644 3 года назад +4

    What a cool piece of history brent has up there. I wish we could see video of them working down there 100 years ago

  • @godsmack128
    @godsmack128 3 года назад +11

    So interesting! Just love learning the history on places. Maybe do more of them?

    • @godsmack128
      @godsmack128 3 года назад +2

      @p!nned by HeavyDSpark I'm in England mate.... I need yr are code

    • @georgelord8729
      @georgelord8729 3 года назад +1

      @@godsmack128 it's a scammer

  • @buckchris215
    @buckchris215 2 года назад +4

    Such an awesome series, the mining adventures are epic

  • @byronlabelle7569
    @byronlabelle7569 3 года назад +8

    The "broom handle" is most likely a tamping rod. Use extreme caution with no forced air ventilation there could be pockets of O2 depleted still air.

    • @somethingsomeonesaid6455
      @somethingsomeonesaid6455 3 года назад

      true. This mine does have "chimneys" that extend all the way down to the 900 foot level?...there are some paths on a map that go deeper, but I know that there is two chimneys for the whole mine. Brent went spelunking down one of them and then back up.

    • @infinus5
      @infinus5 3 года назад

      dont think thats a tamping rod, its probably a post to attach wire too. You see that same bit of wood everywhere in PNW mines for power and communication lines.

    • @maryhumphrey5987
      @maryhumphrey5987 3 года назад

      Are you single

  • @benredman5777
    @benredman5777 3 года назад +34

    I love how the fun meter is in the background while Dave's talking about how the brakes failed 😂

    • @52Ford
      @52Ford 3 года назад

      At what point? I never saw it.

    • @benredman5777
      @benredman5777 3 года назад +1

      @@52Ford just right near the end it's on the left side of the screen over his right shoulder on one of the roll cage supports

  • @TheGramophoneGirl
    @TheGramophoneGirl 3 года назад +6

    I love your Cerro Gordo videos as well as Brent's. Would love to see more as you make a great team together.

  • @davidkohler7454
    @davidkohler7454 2 года назад +7

    It is so amazing that those men in the past could do all that work. Can you imagine being in that hole all day or longer with the really dim lights they used to have. They wouldn't hardly shine past your arm length. Then all the tools and lumber up and down. Dynamite at times. Such a dangerous job. It's beyond my imagination.

  • @Whatshisface299
    @Whatshisface299 3 года назад +31

    I really hope Mr. Beast is up for the challenge, id love to watch that episode and the competitions during the stay down there. He’s famous for hide and seek, that would be cool to watch using every level, probably a bit dangerous but the suspense and danger is the fun.

    • @leannepaxton5012
      @leannepaxton5012 3 года назад +4

      I think it is a great idea to get @MrBeast there for a challenge video, purely from a numbers point of view.
      Mr Beast has one of the biggest audiences on RUclips. I’m guessing that the vast majority of people who might watch that video on Mr Beast’s channel, won’t know about Cerro Gordo and what Brent is trying to do there. So, by introducing #MrBeast audience to it, it may bring in some new donations to Brent’s GoFundMe for Cerro Gordo, or at the very least Brent may get a lot of new subscribers for his channel, which in itself would help Brent make more money from views of his videos.
      All in all, I think it was very clever to try and get Mr Beast to come do a challenge there.

    • @Azsunes
      @Azsunes 3 года назад +2

      Hide and seek probably not a good idea takes 45 minutes to get down to the 700 level he said in previous video, also when people are running around getting excited might slip down an underwound cliff.

  • @Mudsquadofficial
    @Mudsquadofficial 3 года назад +14

    Wow, you never stop amazing people with kind deeds. Cerro Gordo ROCKS!!

    • @Vincentart21
      @Vincentart21 3 года назад

      @p!nned by HeavyDSpark hope you get tracked down soon scammer

  • @chrisblack8390
    @chrisblack8390 3 года назад +24

    I love it when you go to Cerro Gordo. I can't believe you brought Brent the coolest truck in the world!!! Your cameras are so clear. You guys are the best. You scare the hell out of me but keep me laughing. Thank you.

  • @annetteward2047
    @annetteward2047 2 года назад +3

    I'm so glad you guys made it back up top. Now, I'm excited to see what you plan on doing with that mining cart, you wanted so bad.

  • @dustinwilliams9394
    @dustinwilliams9394 3 года назад +6

    HeavyD you are one smart cookie with your call out!

  • @davidkelly7314
    @davidkelly7314 3 года назад +4

    Love how you guys go into recovery mode and make a plan to bring back amazing artefacts, really hope you find a way to the 1100 ft level one day. It would amazing to see as no one has likely been down there for a long time. Can’t wait to see your challenge with Mr breast and to see you guys back at Cerro Gordo again. Hopefully next time you can take the rest of the crew down with you to. The video editing was amazing and really like the editing style.

  • @pumperswife2248
    @pumperswife2248 3 года назад +5

    Thank you for the ride into the past. It absolutely amazing that technology from this era has allowed you to be able to show us the ingenuity of centuries past. The pure grit and determination of then to provide and the determination and drive that y’all have to bring life to our countries history is outstanding. Thank you for an amazing video. I would love to see more of what was written on the walls!!!

  • @stevepaul1190
    @stevepaul1190 2 года назад +2

    Watching you guys go down the Cerro Gordo mine shafts stress me the hell out!! I’m so claustrophobic I could never do it-you and Diesel Dave are fearless. 💪🏻

  • @LegionOfWeirdos
    @LegionOfWeirdos 3 года назад +4

    "Old stuff rubbing on each other" will be stuck in my head the rest of the day. Thanks for that. 😄

  • @jbarton6
    @jbarton6 3 года назад +4

    Love that you and Brent have gotten together 🥰

  • @allangooge7871
    @allangooge7871 3 года назад +4

    I don’t know I’d handle being stuck at 700ft below ground. 😳👍🏻🇬🇧Great video guys.

    • @migueltucabron
      @migueltucabron 3 года назад

      I mean they wouldn't be completly stuck. It would have been possible to drop a rope down the hole and then they could have just climbed up the ladder.

  • @daveburridge9576
    @daveburridge9576 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the tour!! Unreal! Can't wait for the next trip!

  • @HighOnTacos
    @HighOnTacos 3 года назад +4

    As I understand it, the nitroglycerin can leach out of whatever filler medium is in the dynamite and forms crystals which are incredibly shock sensitive.

  • @meganboldt7092
    @meganboldt7092 3 года назад +7

    Oh my goodness, when you were talking about the call out all I was hoping for was for you to say MrBeast. This would be legendary!!!!!!! This has to happen oh my goodness oh my goodness. This would be awesome!!!!! :D

  • @nathanhall4415
    @nathanhall4415 3 года назад +18

    That was bad ass guys!! Makes me miss my days being in the coal mines of eastern ky. Great artifacts as well! Keep the great videos coming!

    • @markhall9412
      @markhall9412 3 года назад

      HI great video eh?

    • @ScoobyShotU
      @ScoobyShotU 3 года назад

      My grandfather who was a coal miner since he was 13 passed this year hardest thing I've ever dealt with other than a suicide..

    • @tre420gaming4
      @tre420gaming4 3 года назад

      @@ScoobyShotU lost my mom on oct 2nd, and my dog 2 days before that. and the 1st was my brothers 9th anniversary of passing away in 2012 from a suicide. so ya man, i feel your pain, im not doin so great myself.

  • @DanaBasiliere-BTVREALTOR
    @DanaBasiliere-BTVREALTOR 2 года назад +2

    This is a good one. You guys have balls of steel to go down 900 feet and explore tunnels.

  • @cleapup2
    @cleapup2 3 года назад +10

    Heavy D and crew.... Love this video! So inspiring!!!! With all the shit that's going on in politics.......it's so refreshing to see people coming together to fulfill a dream and have fun!! Not to mention the attention and appreciation that Brent, you, and your crew gave to those miners who work so hard to move us forward and make this country great!

  • @joshakaoger69
    @joshakaoger69 3 года назад +7

    That ladder should be being fixed every time someone goes down for this reason or have a separate winch ....he needs solar to incase problems he has power

    • @tre420gaming4
      @tre420gaming4 3 года назад

      it has a failsafe brake. like all elevators

  • @jordanricherson1447
    @jordanricherson1447 3 года назад +4

    Is it me or does heavyD make u feel like your actually there in the mine with him? Love the videos bro. 🤘🙂

  • @kellieauld5956
    @kellieauld5956 2 года назад +1

    The cinematography and editing of these videos are just outstanding.