For all its impressive size and capacity, I suppose the time came when the cost of maintenance and running exceeded the value of its productivity, so it had to go.
Wouldn't it be faster for the operator to continue swinging in the same direction, dumping his load on the fly and continuing on to the digging point, rather than bringing the giant to a complete stop and having to get it moving again in the opposite direction?
sure do miss that ol girl. grew up watching the spade from the train that shipped it to first start up
For all its impressive size and capacity, I suppose the time came when the cost of maintenance and running exceeded the value of its productivity, so it had to go.
awesome great video thanks for sharing
Wouldn't it be faster for the operator to continue swinging in the same direction, dumping his load on the fly and continuing on to the digging point, rather than bringing the giant to a complete stop and having to get it moving again in the opposite direction?
have you operated a similar machine?
@@Mr.G626 No.
Good point tbh, And yes , I've operated plant most of my life before anyone doubts it
Sure, but I guess it's because to keep it safe behind the machine.
@@stefanpersson240 What is not seen behind the Silver Spade is the long extension cord and assorted machines working behind it.
Sadly, the Silver Spade is no more.... RIP
The last of the Giants )