I know nothing about handling heavy equipment nor will I ever do so. I am a little old lady who is strangely attracted to your nice, informative videos.
Looks like a very nice machine. Coming from C&C it should be knowing their reputation. Yes a thumb and quick disconnect. Keep the bucket for bigger jobs but change out that junk coupler. 1400 hrs its just getting broke in good, well except for that junk coupler. Sorry. Looks like a very reliable machine overall.
I'm a 75 year old retired accountant. I've never done heavy equipment (albeit I spent 20 years in the Navy as a submariner, so I've worked in what one could call an industrial environment). But I enjoy Matt's videos. They show me a part of the world I've never really been involved in.
First a new pick-up Second a new shop Third a new awesome intro Forth a new excavator that doesn't need anything but "accessories" It's a whole new Matt! Congratulations on your continued success, and I wish you more in the future.
I'm retired. Work fascinates me, I can watch it for hours. I was a mechanic, welder, machinist and operator. I like to watch and be glad it's you doing that work and not me.
The CX75C is the zero tail swing. The two machines are identical but the 80 has the ability to pivot the boom. That’s why the 80 is pushed back and hangs over a little. I love these machines, been around them for a few years and they have been very reliable. I work for a Case dealer so if you have any questions or need help looking anything up just let me know.
Funny for you. My dad did tunneling. He got a job on the Case property. He pulled up with his drott yumbo. They told him to get that machine off of their property. He asked them how he was to do the job. The reply was to pick any machine he wanted to use.😂😂😂
Definitely a a change of pace for Matt Diesel Creek channel. Matt bought a piece of equipment almost to new for him. No half dozen at least episodes fixing this and that. Definitely a really good upgrade for him. I myself would like to see Matt out on jobs working to add the working on his on stuff. Maybe a 60/40 or 80/20 shop/job mix.
"I don't know what I'm going to use them for, but I will use them eventually." That's what I tell my wife about all my power equipment that I have! LOL!
My wife thinks I have too many cars, , but a couple of days ago, all the water fell out of one of them. Well, there was the next one waiting to go. AND, with that one in the garage, I STILL have a spare. (I also have 3 framing hammers and about 500 screwdrivers.)
My old boss runs Case equipment. I always loved being behind the controls of his CX130C and his CX57C. Very smooth, trouble-free, and extremely powerful machines. I was continuously amazed by their power and performance all while being extremely comfortable to run for 10 hours or more at a time. Paired with a WB though and pin grabber coupler, there wasn't much you couldn't do. Even had a smooth face tilt bucket for the 57 that worked wonders. Looks like you got quite a nice machine for sure ol boy. 😁👍
It’s crazy how much play that coupler has. The machine looks right clean and tight. This looks like a good candidate for a Swedish Tilt/Rotor. I sent them a letter and link to your channel. It it works out it be good exposure for them and I would love to see Matt master the tilt/rotor.
Years ago I owned a 2006 link belt 130... I loved it and those Isuzu engines are extremely reliable.. starts in the coldest of Temps, never overheated and runs very quiet and smooth
Matt, maybe Clint could have added a wrap on the outside of the Case Excavator to give it that 1940's rustic look to compliment the other equipment you have rescued! 😁😁 Then everyone who see it can say, "What, a 2018 with that much rust on it? Was it buried in the water"! 🤣 No it's, a wrap!
Love the new twist on the theme music and I never tire of flying in over the tree canopy with your drone. Case looks like good upgrade and the Komatsu has served you well, even Eva has driven it.
Never had much experience with case or link belt but I've been a John Deere construction equipment tech for almost 10 years and let me tell you I'm glad you got a case and not a deere in that size. The deere 75/85 aren't good. They are the only deere excavators I don't like. They lack power and have lots of issues. Keep you the great videos
Nice purchase, good upgrade, and you can never go wrong buying from Clint and the C&C crew. They’ll stand behind your purchase, and you can be certain they checked it over.
Great upgrade! Glad to see you parting with things you don't intend to use. You got the old machine running perfectly - good time to sell. Now you have a much more modern machine. It's a great example of using your skills to improve your 'collection. Agree with Yanmar engines. John Deere has used them, for decades, in their smaller - maybe even mid-range tractors.
I personally don't have any experience with Case construction equipment, but throughout my childhood, my dad did. I know that compared to other brands he operated, he very much preferred the Case units! I've always had a dream about getting to operate some of that equipment, but I will soon be 63, so I'm pretty sure that will likely be an unrealized dream. Oh well, I have enjoyed plenty of other realized dreams to keep me happy throughout the rest of my days here on this "rock". Keep up the awesome content, Matt!
Great video as usual. Regarding Case (Sumitomo) excavators, I know of a few building contractors here in the South West of Ireland who are delighted with their Case 8 & 13 tonne models. They claim much better fuel economy than the equivalent Hitachi's in their fleets. A lower purchase price and great build quality too.
Currently run a 05 cx80. Put about 3800 hrs on it since purchasing it. Been a great strong digging midsized machine. Did lots of ponds, foundations, septic jobs, and set tons of 5300lb 8ft concrete blocks with it. Other then minor hose and belt replacements and regular maintenance it has been flawless. Isuzu 4cly always starts no matter the temp. If it's below 20⁰ run the flow plugs twice and always fires right up even down as low as -10⁰ I've run it in. Grats on the next new addition to the fleet.
@johnsometimeswrong8742 ours also came with the rubber over steel pads. We don't have a roller and use it for tracking in Gravel driveways and such and the rubber pads were terrible at it when we demo ed the unit. And it was like ice skates on any off camber slope. Even wet grass it went sliding away. Dealer gave us a full set of steel pads as part of the purchase deal and we swapped them out. Been awesome ever since.
I have not operated any heavy equipment but have seen Mike (Dirt Perfect) using Case equipment and the quality and smoothness in operation has really impressed me. IMO Case and Hyundai are probably the best equipment out there and I say this based on all the operators I watch on You Tube . The excessibility to all service points are second to none on all machines. Case definitely appears to be one of the most user friendly manufacture in the heavy equipment line. Good purchase , especially coming from Clint at C&C Equipment.
I'm happy to finally be formally introduced to the Case, which I've noticed in a few other videos. It was cool to see it in action as well as your detailed comparison with the Komatsu. I think you've done well with the overall upgrade, but we will miss the Old Dirty Hoe. She's done a LOT of work around the Diesel Creek yard over the years. Happy trails, old girl! And @TSSVillains, the new intro music rocks!
Hey Matt, I am a trained professional safety guy. I wanted to shoot you an email about some of the work that you do. Anytime that you are dealing with concrete in any form or the dust that is associated with grinding, cutting or drilling into concrete, you need to protect yourself and those that may be around you. Silica is a serious hazard that even has its own standard in OSHA codes. The correct dusk mask or respirator should be used for protection. If your are going to have dry periods during the year, consider getting a water truck to wet your driveway since that is another source of silica exposure. Look up the effects of silicosis and you can see why I am pointing this out. Share this information with any of your buddies that do similar work. God Bless, David Park
I had a Cat 307C with the pads on the tracks. They are good on hard surfaces but really tear up grass or sod surfaces when pivot turning . The high block configuration seems to load up on the edges when pivot turning. The gap between the blocks creates pad ridges when tracking straight on softer surfaces from my experience. I now have a KX057-5 with the full rubber tracks that are much more soft surface friendly.
That's so so wrong! Where is rust?! Where are leaks?! How is it possible that this machine even works and starts first time? Is it even yours? Is it still you or your evil twin brother? My day is ruined and my disappointment is beyond understanding
That's a lovely new machine Matt! And I totally agree about it needing a thumb. I put a thumb on my little Cat 1.5 tonne excavator and it has made it way, way more productive.
Good luck with the upgrades. If the coppler is not yet set in stone, you may want to look at a Verachtert quick coupler. They are the only thing used around my aria and it quite surprised me the first time I heard about slop in a coupler because this coupler can't get any slop in it.
when you're showing the old bad plastic in the komatsu, it makes me realize how nice it is to have a 3d printer and being able to just replace molded plastic parts with custom prints
I have been a operator for 15 years and have ran almost all brands. Thought cat and kumotsu were the best till I ran a link belt about 5 years ago then case and, I think they are definitely the best in current market.
Put vent tees and risers along the way to the Creek outlet for the Main Drain line. To drop off the Rain gutters and Strip channel drains for the Shop doors. 10:10
It's a beautiful excavator Matt. I know you will enjoy using it. I have never ran any heavy equipment, and probably never will. But I have always been fascinated by excavators for some reason. It is just so satisfying watching a skilled operator dig with one. If I was going to run one, I would want it to be a nice, comfy, modern machine like your Case for sure. It's 2024. For a machine like this that someone is likely to spend many hours at a stretch running, having creature comforts such as AC and nice quiet cab should be the norm...
I know nothing about heavy equipment but find it interesting. I can see why this is a significant upgrade for you. I'm also leaving a comment because I know it helps the algorithm. Love the intro music as well!
She's a beauty, Clark. . .errr Matt. 😉 Congratulations on your purchase. I expect that the Case will serve you well. Enjoy that seat time. Edit: • When you were first digging the hole next to the shop, I thought for sure you were digging for a septic system. 🙂 • With those road pads, the Case moves like a ghost levitating across the ground, quiet and smooth. It's weird not hearing any squeaking as the tracks move along. • I'm looking forward to seeing the installation of the hydraulic thumb and coupler on the Case. Best wishes. Thanks for sharing. 😃
Congratulations to your new machine. All newer machines are quiet but this one is whispering. I remember that old O&K RH12 a friend of mine had. The Deutz Air cooled in the rear droning like a big diesel locomotive and after the warmup the cabin begins a nice resonating droning also. The positive side was as operator the massage was included 😂.... The power of the machine was immense
I think you need a selection of buckets. I use a 12 inch bucket for pipe trenches, an 18 inch for 18 inch foundations, and 6 foot for ditch digging. ( got that new before the prices doubled. ! ) Also got a couple more that were in need new teeth and repairs.
Case finally got in the industrial-construction game about 8-10 years ago. Previous machines were just too light weight and fall apart with heavy use. Thats why they were mostly small operation and home owner machines, because they were cheap. I just did a large purchase for a company I bid out for, of about 8.9 million $, all Case. Cost was a factor, but also Case included the maintenance and repair software, something you will want to look into if you don't have someone nearby who has it.
Man that's a nice machine, makes my little 3500lb takeuchi look like a toy. But a super handy toy, I'll always have a dump truck, mini ex and skid steer, I love them
Those Isuzu engines are almost bullet proof. If you take care of that it will run forever. Had lots of excavators over the years and never had a problem with those engines. Sumitomo builds a decent excavator. Case won't hold it's value quite as good as some of the other machines out there but if you keep it and run it you will get your moneys worth. Good luck with it and keep up the good work. You remind me of myself many many years ago.
I have always enjoyed both good service and decent serviceability from the Case equipment I have worked and worked on beginning in the early to mid 70's.
I’m all for old iron but when it’s something you use on the regular you need reliability. It sucks having to work on stuff before you can use it when you have a job that needs to be done. I believe it was definitely time to upgrade your excavator. I like the case from what I’ve seen thus far.
We had an older kobelco with a mechanical coupler that had a ton of slop on it.. ended up being that the wrong size pins originally, and the slop wore on the coupler and the pin. We got new slightly oversized pins to avoid welding a bunch on the coupler, bored the holes on the bucket slightly bigger and welded the pins into the bucket. Worked like a charm.
iDK about Sumitomo heavy equipment, but I've installed hundreds of their power transmission drives (big gear reducers) and they make very nice ones indeed. I don't think you'll go wrong at all.
Great buy Matt.. I'll never own equipment like you work on and purchase, but I'll live vicariously through you.. so KEEP IT UP!!! Thanks for the family-friendly material, and God bless.
I watch Clint’s channel and Mrs c they are definitely good people and Clint stands behind everything he sells. Not surprised it started up in the cold. You’re going to love this machine Matt. Good video.👍👍
Been watching for awhile now when you just had the bobcat skid and the ol komatsu excavator doing side jobs. Crazy to see the channel and videos getting 750k- a million views a video. Your doing something right matt keep it up 🤙🏻
A back up camera is a great idea, something I should get for Emax tractor, it has a backhoe on it and I run it into trees Matt, since my property is heavily trees 🌳 😀 👍
Put some shims on that coupler where it attaches to the stick. A ton of slop will come out. Run some hard facing on the ears to decrease the gap on the quick coupler. An hour of work will make that bucket tolerable. Agree, a thumb is mandatory.
My Saturdays are not complete without seeing another Diesel Creek video. With that said, when I saw the Case Excavator, I thought that it looked way out of place from a typical Diesel Creek piece of equipment. But I think that you purchased an excellent excavator.
I saw Takeuchi TB 2150 R CM work up close. It was so quiet to the point I thouht it was electric. I could just hear hydraulics hiss, until it swung it exhaust to me and I could smell diesel. The Case engine seems a lot noiser then TB 2150 R CM. You could run Takeuchi at 1:00am in the street where apartments windows are just across the sidewalk and I preety sure the tennants would not even notice a machine working until they looked thru their window. It is just crazy quiet.
Another good thing - when the case tracks wear out, you can split them, and then run your steel tracked machines up on them without damaging your nice concrete floor.
You're too modest, Matt, saying; "this is too nice for me." I believe you deserve newer equipment... Your hand tools are state of the art, right. Love watching your videos/projects. Even though I am an IT engineer, my heart is about using my hands doing practical things. Best regards, Norway
Wow !!! The revised intro music finally got some "funk" in it. When I first saw that blue tractor I thought it was "Topsey" the electric tractor made by Edison Motors of Canada.
I rented a cx 80 a few years back to do a job. I liked the machine overall. It was pretty good on fuel, smooth and seemed to have plenty of power. My only complaint was behind the sprockets would get so packed with mud, that to clean it I had to chisel it out. When I returned the machine to the dealer I spoke with my buddy that worked there and he said they have noticed the same thing. So if you just keep an eye on that I'm sure all will be well.
I hope it does you well, my experience with cx series is they just dont hold up. But we do use them every day. To be honest none of them are built like they use to be lol good lil winch sets to! Put a few of them on😊
Hey Matt. Awesome machine, just to let you know I actually work with the company where that machine was originally from “gt&e” if you ever have any questions or issues let me know and I’ll be able to help ya out.
I know nothing about handling heavy equipment nor will I ever do so. I am a little old lady who is strangely attracted to your nice, informative videos.
Me too.
I can dig it
Looks like a very nice machine. Coming from C&C it should be knowing their reputation. Yes a thumb and quick disconnect. Keep the bucket for bigger jobs but change out that junk coupler. 1400 hrs its just getting broke in good, well except for that junk coupler. Sorry. Looks like a very reliable machine overall.
I'm an old man (lol) that did it all my life and now I'm disabled with a shot back from doing it.
I'm a 75 year old retired accountant. I've never done heavy equipment (albeit I spent 20 years in the Navy as a submariner, so I've worked in what one could call an industrial environment). But I enjoy Matt's videos. They show me a part of the world I've never really been involved in.
Glad everyone is enjoying this rockin new intro. Thanks for all the positive comments.
We got plenty more music where this one came from!
Outstanding music 👍 fits the channel very well
Music is fantastic!
I’m going to use some when I start making videos
Love it
A fantastic "remix"!
I really like this rendition of your intro music. Hats off to the Semi Supervillains!
Thank you very much!
Whats your thoughts on yanmar excavator?@@DieselCreek
Absolutely…talented musicians
Diesel Metal! 🤪
Ive heard another youtube channel using his non metal intro lately. Like the heavier version!
First a new pick-up
Second a new shop
Third a new awesome intro
Forth a new excavator that doesn't need anything but "accessories"
It's a whole new Matt! Congratulations on your continued success, and I wish you more in the future.
Love it!
His pickup is badass.
I'm retired. Work fascinates me, I can watch it for hours. I was a mechanic, welder, machinist and operator. I like to watch and be glad it's you doing that work and not me.
A Diesel Creek video on a Saturday morning is like Saturday morning cartoons for kids, but this kid never grew up😜 Love the new intro music🤘🤘🤘🤘
100% agree!
He's good but not as good as "Clunk " the mechanic
Lol I’ve made this same comment on Andrew Camarata videos, I agree!
Yes 😂🎉
Agreed!
The CX75C is the zero tail swing. The two machines are identical but the 80 has the ability to pivot the boom. That’s why the 80 is pushed back and hangs over a little. I love these machines, been around them for a few years and they have been very reliable. I work for a Case dealer so if you have any questions or need help looking anything up just let me know.
How are the new 57's? Been eyeing one.
@@austinbreeden6506 Those are also good machines. I would put them up against any brand. I’m a big guy and I fit inside the cab good.
Great purchase beautiful machine
Good jap machine with smooth hydraulics, maybe re-badge the new love to original, but skip repainting.
Funny for you. My dad did tunneling. He got a job on the Case property. He pulled up with his drott yumbo. They told him to get that machine off of their property. He asked them how he was to do the job. The reply was to pick any machine he wanted to use.😂😂😂
Definitely a a change of pace for Matt Diesel Creek channel.
Matt bought a piece of equipment almost to new for him.
No half dozen at least episodes fixing this and that.
Definitely a really good upgrade for him.
I myself would like to see Matt out on jobs working to add the working on his on stuff.
Maybe a 60/40 or 80/20 shop/job mix.
"I don't know what I'm going to use them for, but I will use them eventually." That's what I tell my wife about all my power equipment that I have! LOL!
The scout mantra "always be prepared" applies to any kind of tool. You don't know what you need it for until the one day where it becomes invaluable
My wife thinks I have too many cars, , but a couple of days ago, all the water fell out of one of them. Well, there was the next one waiting to go. AND, with that one in the garage, I STILL have a spare.
(I also have 3 framing hammers and about 500 screwdrivers.)
I am an Eagle Scout 😂
I try not to let my wife see what I bring into my yard
That’s what I told my wife when she found a pack of Trojans in the glove compartment of my Kenworth.
It's hard to believe you actually bought a piece of functional equipment. You're moving up in the world!!
That new opening music absolutely rocks Matt. Gives your show the grunt it deserves.
Yer intro was hard best ever by far but when that blue peter rolled in I suddenly fell in love 😍 what a hunny she is
My old boss runs Case equipment. I always loved being behind the controls of his CX130C and his CX57C. Very smooth, trouble-free, and extremely powerful machines. I was continuously amazed by their power and performance all while being extremely comfortable to run for 10 hours or more at a time. Paired with a WB though and pin grabber coupler, there wasn't much you couldn't do. Even had a smooth face tilt bucket for the 57 that worked wonders. Looks like you got quite a nice machine for sure ol boy. 😁👍
It’s crazy how much play that coupler has. The machine looks right clean and tight. This looks like a good candidate for a Swedish Tilt/Rotor. I sent them a letter and link to your channel. It it works out it be good exposure for them and I would love to see Matt master the tilt/rotor.
THUMB, YOU NEED A THUMB..!!
id go nuts moving brush without one.
As long as it has the valve to switch to the JD controller pattern id be happy.
00:35 Excellent upgrade to the soundtrack, excellent upgrade to the fleet! Congrats Matt!
Years ago I owned a 2006 link belt 130... I loved it and those Isuzu engines are extremely reliable.. starts in the coldest of Temps, never overheated and runs very quiet and smooth
I love your channel it's the best!!! Dave from Toledo Ohio...
Matt, maybe Clint could have added a wrap on the outside of the Case Excavator to give it that 1940's rustic look to compliment the other equipment you have rescued! 😁😁 Then everyone who see it can say, "What, a 2018 with that much rust on it? Was it buried in the water"! 🤣 No it's, a wrap!
Wow that intro shot was magnificent. Glorious
Love the new twist on the theme music and I never tire of flying in over the tree canopy with your drone. Case looks like good upgrade and the Komatsu has served you well, even Eva has driven it.
Never had much experience with case or link belt but I've been a John Deere construction equipment tech for almost 10 years and let me tell you I'm glad you got a case and not a deere in that size. The deere 75/85 aren't good. They are the only deere excavators I don't like. They lack power and have lots of issues. Keep you the great videos
I always like your old intro with this music. But sweet twist they added 👍
Thanks!! Glad you enjoy!
One thing for sure
If you bought from CandC you know it has been throughly gone over
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW MACHINE
Nice purchase, good upgrade, and you can never go wrong buying from Clint and the C&C crew. They’ll stand behind your purchase, and you can be certain they checked it over.
I like the SemiSupervillians, they just get better and better-- And Matt's content is inspiring every time.
Great upgrade! Glad to see you parting with things you don't intend to use. You got the old machine running perfectly - good time to sell. Now you have a much more modern machine. It's a great example of using your skills to improve your 'collection. Agree with Yanmar engines. John Deere has used them, for decades, in their smaller - maybe even mid-range tractors.
The best part of Saturday has arrived!
I personally don't have any experience with Case construction equipment, but throughout my childhood, my dad did. I know that compared to other brands he operated, he very much preferred the Case units! I've always had a dream about getting to operate some of that equipment, but I will soon be 63, so I'm pretty sure that will likely be an unrealized dream. Oh well, I have enjoyed plenty of other realized dreams to keep me happy throughout the rest of my days here on this "rock".
Keep up the awesome content, Matt!
Hey up mate I'm two months before 63 never say never it's always possible
Go rent an excavator and dig a hole! :D Never too old to have fun!
@@tothemaxx1991 did think ov saying that also mate or going to one the places that do experience days
You finally put the classic intro back in! The videos without it have something wrong with them. Great music by the Semi supervillains❤
This intro gave me chills lol the new version of the song the camera work. Hats off mr creek hats off!
I just got my Diesel Creek hoodie and 57 Autocar T-Shirt, super nice quality!!! 4 days is all it took, thanks Matt!!
Nice! I’d recommend a Rototilt coupler! . A RT30 (older model) or a RC3 (fancy new model) for that excavator… that would make it really versatile! 👍
That and a few buckets like a smaller trenching and a flat bottom. 3:42
Old Komatsu will miss us 😢 but the case is really nice !
Thank you for the video and good content you do for us !! 😍🇫🇷
Great video as usual.
Regarding Case (Sumitomo) excavators, I know of a few building contractors here in the South West of Ireland who are delighted with their Case 8 & 13 tonne models. They claim much better fuel economy than the equivalent Hitachi's in their fleets. A lower purchase price and great build quality too.
Currently run a 05 cx80. Put about 3800 hrs on it since purchasing it. Been a great strong digging midsized machine. Did lots of ponds, foundations, septic jobs, and set tons of 5300lb 8ft concrete blocks with it. Other then minor hose and belt replacements and regular maintenance it has been flawless. Isuzu 4cly always starts no matter the temp. If it's below 20⁰ run the flow plugs twice and always fires right up even down as low as -10⁰ I've run it in. Grats on the next new addition to the fleet.
Great machine i often hire them...wish i could afford to buy one and leave it sitting in the yard like Deisel creek😅...good luck to him.
@johnsometimeswrong8742 ours also came with the rubber over steel pads. We don't have a roller and use it for tracking in Gravel driveways and such and the rubber pads were terrible at it when we demo ed the unit. And it was like ice skates on any off camber slope. Even wet grass it went sliding away. Dealer gave us a full set of steel pads as part of the purchase deal and we swapped them out. Been awesome ever since.
@@kirkstrope676
the ones i get have a full rubber track they are really good but mostly im using on prepared surface.
I have not operated any heavy equipment but have seen Mike (Dirt Perfect) using Case equipment and the quality and smoothness in operation has really impressed me. IMO Case and Hyundai are probably the best equipment out there and I say this based on all the operators I watch on You Tube . The excessibility to all service points are second to none on all machines. Case definitely appears to be one of the most user friendly manufacture in the heavy equipment line. Good purchase , especially coming from Clint at C&C Equipment.
Nice touch on the intro music
I'm happy to finally be formally introduced to the Case, which I've noticed in a few other videos. It was cool to see it in action as well as your detailed comparison with the Komatsu. I think you've done well with the overall upgrade, but we will miss the Old Dirty Hoe. She's done a LOT of work around the Diesel Creek yard over the years. Happy trails, old girl! And @TSSVillains, the new intro music rocks!
Hey Matt,
I am a trained professional safety guy. I wanted to shoot you an email about some of the work that you do. Anytime that you are dealing with concrete in any form or the dust that is associated with grinding, cutting or drilling into concrete, you need to protect yourself and those that may be around you. Silica is a serious hazard that even has its own standard in OSHA codes. The correct dusk mask or respirator should be used for protection. If your are going to have dry periods during the year, consider getting a water truck to wet your driveway since that is another source of silica exposure. Look up the effects of silicosis and you can see why I am pointing this out. Share this information with any of your buddies that do similar work.
God Bless,
David Park
We just got a cx80. been a nice little machine so far.
good show Matt you deserve the best !
One thing I'll say; Isuzu engines are, in my experience bulletproof & their horses appear to be bigger than others...
I had a Cat 307C with the pads on the tracks. They are good on hard surfaces but really tear up grass or sod surfaces when pivot turning . The high block configuration seems to load up on the edges when pivot turning. The gap between the blocks creates pad ridges when tracking straight on softer surfaces from my experience. I now have a KX057-5 with the full rubber tracks that are much more soft surface friendly.
That's so so wrong! Where is rust?! Where are leaks?! How is it possible that this machine even works and starts first time? Is it even yours? Is it still you or your evil twin brother? My day is ruined and my disappointment is beyond understanding
I agree I’m baffled
Love the banner you have hanging in the shop... '''''Nobody cares, work harder''''' That's gold. Keep up your great work Matt. 😀
That's a lovely new machine Matt! And I totally agree about it needing a thumb. I put a thumb on my little Cat 1.5 tonne excavator and it has made it way, way more productive.
I think the Komatsu is nicer because it has the Thumb For grabbing trees but the case is also nice
Case is love ❤️ Case is life ❤️ its the only company I will deal with with my earth moving equipment
Good luck with the upgrades. If the coppler is not yet set in stone, you may want to look at a Verachtert quick coupler. They are the only thing used around my aria and it quite surprised me the first time I heard about slop in a coupler because this coupler can't get any slop in it.
when you're showing the old bad plastic in the komatsu, it makes me realize how nice it is to have a 3d printer and being able to just replace molded plastic parts with custom prints
"Sue me toe mo" huge Japanese conglomerate . Nice new to you machine Matt. Congrats!
I have been a operator for 15 years and have ran almost all brands. Thought cat and kumotsu were the best till I ran a link belt about 5 years ago then case and, I think they are definitely the best in current market.
A great putchase glad you updated you needed a newer machine .
Glad to see you getting more modern equipment!
Put vent tees and risers along the way to the Creek outlet for the Main Drain line. To drop off the Rain gutters and Strip channel drains for the Shop doors. 10:10
It's a beautiful excavator Matt. I know you will enjoy using it. I have never ran any heavy equipment, and probably never will. But I have always been fascinated by excavators for some reason. It is just so satisfying watching a skilled operator dig with one. If I was going to run one, I would want it to be a nice, comfy, modern machine like your Case for sure. It's 2024. For a machine like this that someone is likely to spend many hours at a stretch running, having creature comforts such as AC and nice quiet cab should be the norm...
We run a 2006 Case CP 130 and it is a awesome machine. It is very strong and does everything we need on the farm.
Damn 17 years and hard work and now $100.000 plus from you tube you have done good glad to see it.
I know nothing about heavy equipment but find it interesting. I can see why this is a significant upgrade for you. I'm also leaving a comment because I know it helps the algorithm. Love the intro music as well!
She's a beauty, Clark. . .errr Matt. 😉 Congratulations on your purchase.
I expect that the Case will serve you well. Enjoy that seat time.
Edit:
• When you were first digging the hole next to the shop, I thought for sure you were digging for a septic system. 🙂
• With those road pads, the Case moves like a ghost levitating across the ground, quiet and smooth. It's weird not hearing any squeaking as the tracks move along.
• I'm looking forward to seeing the installation of the hydraulic thumb and coupler on the Case.
Best wishes. Thanks for sharing. 😃
Heat and AC always wins, looking forward to the next video.
Congratulations to your new machine. All newer machines are quiet but this one is whispering. I remember that old O&K RH12 a friend of mine had. The Deutz Air cooled in the rear droning like a big diesel locomotive and after the warmup the cabin begins a nice resonating droning also. The positive side was as operator the massage was included 😂.... The power of the machine was immense
I think you need a selection of buckets. I use a 12 inch bucket for pipe trenches, an 18 inch for 18 inch foundations, and 6 foot for ditch digging. ( got that new before the prices doubled. ! ) Also got a couple more that were in need new teeth and repairs.
Case finally got in the industrial-construction game about 8-10 years ago. Previous machines were just too light weight and fall apart with heavy use. Thats why they were mostly small operation and home owner machines, because they were cheap. I just did a large purchase for a company I bid out for, of about 8.9 million $, all Case. Cost was a factor, but also Case included the maintenance and repair software, something you will want to look into if you don't have someone nearby who has it.
Man that's a nice machine, makes my little 3500lb takeuchi look like a toy. But a super handy toy, I'll always have a dump truck, mini ex and skid steer, I love them
Hey, a little change on the intro music! Me likes. A little edgy. Just starting the episode. Thanks Matt!
Glad you like it!
Been in the funeral business 41 years. Case 580 series are the industry standard for winter frozen ground and boiling July. Just plain reliable.
Those Isuzu engines are almost bullet proof. If you take care of that it will run forever. Had lots of excavators over the years and never had a problem with those engines. Sumitomo builds a decent excavator. Case won't hold it's value quite as good as some of the other machines out there but if you keep it and run it you will get your moneys worth. Good luck with it and keep up the good work. You remind me of myself many many years ago.
I have always enjoyed both good service and decent serviceability from the Case equipment I have worked and worked on beginning in the early to mid 70's.
I’m all for old iron but when it’s something you use on the regular you need reliability. It sucks having to work on stuff before you can use it when you have a job that needs to be done. I believe it was definitely time to upgrade your excavator. I like the case from what I’ve seen thus far.
We had an older kobelco with a mechanical coupler that had a ton of slop on it.. ended up being that the wrong size pins originally, and the slop wore on the coupler and the pin. We got new slightly oversized pins to avoid welding a bunch on the coupler, bored the holes on the bucket slightly bigger and welded the pins into the bucket. Worked like a charm.
iDK about Sumitomo heavy equipment, but I've installed hundreds of their power transmission drives (big gear reducers) and they make very nice ones indeed. I don't think you'll go wrong at all.
Great buy Matt.. I'll never own equipment like you work on and purchase, but I'll live vicariously through you.. so KEEP IT UP!!! Thanks for the family-friendly material, and God bless.
“Take me down to the paradise city, where the grass is green and the girls are pretty”🎸liked it and that’s what matters. Like your vids as well.
New music is amazing!! Congratulations on your new case!!
What a Easy cold start. Easy warm up and heat in the cab already What a Nice Case other then that Bucket coupler is Sloppy 5:55 @Diesel Creek
I watch Clint’s channel and Mrs c they are definitely good people and Clint stands behind everything he sells. Not surprised it started up in the cold. You’re going to love this machine Matt. Good video.👍👍
Been watching for awhile now when you just had the bobcat skid and the ol komatsu excavator doing side jobs. Crazy to see the channel and videos getting 750k- a million views a video. Your doing something right matt keep it up 🤙🏻
A back up camera is a great idea, something I should get for Emax tractor, it has a backhoe on it and I run it into trees Matt, since my property is heavily trees 🌳 😀 👍
Interesting side by side comparison and great new tune from SSV! Thank you Matt
I know nothing about excavators but I think you did a very good thing buying the newer Case. Enjoy her Matt.
TY Matt. New intro is great, yes I love the drone stuff too. My vote is your new/used Case is timely, as the Komatsu has been mastered .
I think you made a good call on the Komatsu. JB Weld will fix Komatsu. 🙂
It`s amazing how you can give such a detailed comparison between the two machines. You`d be a great teacher.
Put some shims on that coupler where it attaches to the stick. A ton of slop will come out. Run some hard facing on the ears to decrease the gap on the quick coupler. An hour of work will make that bucket tolerable. Agree, a thumb is mandatory.
New intro made me drop my spoon, Matt! Kudos to you and the Semi Supervillains!
Awesome! Thank you!
Glad you’re upgrading. Use in good health and keep the content rolling.
Love Case... Never any worries and easy to service and work on...
My Saturdays are not complete without seeing another Diesel Creek video.
With that said, when I saw the Case Excavator, I thought that it looked way out of place from a typical Diesel Creek piece of equipment. But I think that you purchased an excellent excavator.
I saw Takeuchi TB 2150 R CM work up close. It was so quiet to the point I thouht it was electric. I could just hear hydraulics hiss, until it swung it exhaust to me and I could smell diesel. The Case engine seems a lot noiser then TB 2150 R CM. You could run Takeuchi at 1:00am in the street where apartments windows are just across the sidewalk and I preety sure the tennants would not even notice a machine working until they looked thru their window. It is just crazy quiet.
Another good thing - when the case tracks wear out, you can split them, and then run your steel tracked machines up on them without damaging your nice concrete floor.
You're too modest, Matt, saying; "this is too nice for me." I believe you deserve newer equipment... Your hand tools are state of the art, right. Love watching your videos/projects. Even though I am an IT engineer, my heart is about using my hands doing practical things. Best regards, Norway
Wow !!! The revised intro music finally got some "funk" in it. When I first saw that blue tractor I thought it was "Topsey" the electric tractor made by Edison Motors of Canada.
Dude, have to say, out of all the U-tube channels i watch, yours has the best intro and music, period!!! love the content great job.
Appreciate that, thanks!
A beautiful introduction set to the sound of Semi Supervillains!
I rented a cx 80 a few years back to do a job. I liked the machine overall. It was pretty good on fuel, smooth and seemed to have plenty of power. My only complaint was behind the sprockets would get so packed with mud, that to clean it I had to chisel it out. When I returned the machine to the dealer I spoke with my buddy that worked there and he said they have noticed the same thing. So if you just keep an eye on that I'm sure all will be well.
I hope it does you well, my experience with cx series is they just dont hold up. But we do use them every day. To be honest none of them are built like they use to be lol good lil winch sets to! Put a few of them on😊
Don’t worry about explaining things = you do what you need to do= everyone will still watch
I run a 14.5 case with gps and a tilt hitch love the case perfect for trim work and also has the power for bulk excavation good choice Matt
Thanks!
Wow thanks a ton!
Hey Matt. Awesome machine, just to let you know I actually work with the company where that machine was originally from “gt&e” if you ever have any questions or issues let me know and I’ll be able to help ya out.