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Bobcat E26 Modifications
3:34
3 ай бұрын
Making the Bobcat E26 SUPER CLEAN
8:09
1994 GMC K2500 Headlight Restoration
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@outdoorswithlarryrobin
@outdoorswithlarryrobin 2 күн бұрын
Great Setup, Bobcat Advantage👍🇺🇸
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 2 күн бұрын
Thank you. I like my bobcat equipment.
@JohnSmith-dj5gf
@JohnSmith-dj5gf 3 күн бұрын
LOVE that tractor….
@JohnFetko
@JohnFetko 16 күн бұрын
Great video looks like head does an awesome job… how do you price jobs. By the hour or just the job?
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 16 күн бұрын
I typically charge an hourly rate with a minimum of 3 hours right off the rip. That way, I'm covered for small jobs. I'm happy with this investment, and the Bobcat E26 is very capable. Thanks for commenting! Joe
@JohnFetko
@JohnFetko 16 күн бұрын
@@PathfinderExcavating thanks for the info! I just purchased a KX033 several months ago been looking at the mulching/brush heads and RUT seems to be the most popular one on KZbin that I’ve seen definitely going to try to pick one up in the near future!
@tman7392
@tman7392 Ай бұрын
Nice job. a very helpful video at that. Thanks for taking the time and posting such a thorough review of what you’ve done. I have a hitch receiver mount that I designed as well very similar to what you have. Just trying to decide how to build a weight rack that I can slide into the receiver like yours. I like the brush guard idea. Think I’m going to make a small version of a hitch carrier so I can haul things like extra fuel or chainsaw supplies with me if I’m working back in some woods.
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating Ай бұрын
I originally wanted to do something similar to you, but I needed a quick solution since it's mid-season. Just adding the hitch receiver has made the machine more capable. Can't wait until my fabrication mind gets some time this winter. I appreciate comments like this. I don't do videos to boast what I have or ask for followers. I just show what I do to help people with similar problems. Thanks again.
@techtraveler4421
@techtraveler4421 Ай бұрын
Did you ever swap out the mulcher head for the brush cutter? I have the same 28" mulcher and the blade carrier/brush cutter head. Curious if it's worth swapping and the benefits. Thanks and great videos.
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating Ай бұрын
I setup to do the swap for a video and we actually ran into issues getting the bolts out. We are going to have to use heat due to them being tightly fastened with the locktite. It's a video I plan on doing though. Thank you for the compliment.
@techtraveler4421
@techtraveler4421 Ай бұрын
@@PathfinderExcavating Thanks for the quick reply. The bolts are the main reason I haven't swapped mine as well. I put one hex bit in with a 4' breaker bar and felt like they were welded in place lol. Good luck and keep us posted. If I ever get mine out, I'll post the results.
@techtraveler4421
@techtraveler4421 Ай бұрын
I have a Kubota KX033-4 @ 16GPM and it does pretty well with the mulcher head as it stands.
@ghostwith50
@ghostwith50 9 күн бұрын
I have the same set up. I feel the blade carrier gives a cleaner finish/look if just cutting grass/weeds
@tman7392
@tman7392 Ай бұрын
How much counterweight did you wind up adding? And have you had a chance to try it? And do you think that was about the right amount. I am building something similar as I’m watching your video. Trying to decide how much weight to add
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating Ай бұрын
I'm working on the video right now as we speak. Look for it posting in the next few days.
@Rhinox-Group
@Rhinox-Group Ай бұрын
Thanks for the purchase - the sweet treats come with every order! We look forward to seeing what you can do with your new rake riddle bucket!
@premiumtattooparts
@premiumtattooparts Ай бұрын
Hello i have a takeuchi tb230 i am undecided what ti buy for black Berries and vines, the mower or the mulcher. Do you wish yuu have the mower sometimes?
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating Ай бұрын
I bought both the mower and the mulcher. The mulcher head comes off and you can put the blade on. I'm actually doing that process this week and will document the process. It is an option from rut manufacturing to get both or just 1 option.
@premiumtattooparts
@premiumtattooparts Ай бұрын
Thank you very much for your answer but I didn't see it😢. I ordered the mower I am going to contact them to see if I can change the order. Thanks 👍
@aidian95
@aidian95 14 күн бұрын
​@PathfinderExcavating Just bought the mulcher, and they no longer do the option for the brush hog blades that you can swap. 😢
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 5 күн бұрын
I still have to make a video about removing the disc and putting the blade carrier on.
@NordenMfg
@NordenMfg Ай бұрын
👍 Thanks for the shoutout! It was great working with you.
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating Ай бұрын
Likewise!
@ohyeahthatsright3155
@ohyeahthatsright3155 2 ай бұрын
Use your splitter to bend your metal. You will be amazed at the capability
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 2 ай бұрын
I never thought of that. Brilliant idea!
@keithbaxter7366
@keithbaxter7366 2 ай бұрын
How big of brush or tree have you taken down and mulched with this disc mulcher
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 2 ай бұрын
Can handle 6" diameter no problem
@keithbaxter7366
@keithbaxter7366 2 ай бұрын
@@PathfinderExcavating thanks
@keithbaxter7366
@keithbaxter7366 2 ай бұрын
@@PathfinderExcavating How pleased are you with RUT Equipment? I can’t decide if I want the mulcher or Brush Eliminator, do you have any weight issues with extending out all the way? I have a John Deere 27D
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 2 ай бұрын
So you will notice the weight if your blade is not down and you are extended over your tracks. If you get both the disc mulcher and blade cutter you'll save weight significantly if you are just using the blades.
@keithbaxter7366
@keithbaxter7366 2 ай бұрын
@@PathfinderExcavating I appreciate your replies and helpful input.
@ohiyotrippole6645
@ohiyotrippole6645 2 ай бұрын
Wow! Yamaha Terra Pro sighting!
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 2 ай бұрын
That's my dad's. He loves it!
@ohiyotrippole6645
@ohiyotrippole6645 2 ай бұрын
@@PathfinderExcavating I used to mow with one back in the day that belonged to my father. Yamaha was about 3 decades too far ahead with the idea. I think it'd be more popular today. I miss the days when manufacturers would take a leap of faith with truly new products.
@forzafunzone8575
@forzafunzone8575 2 ай бұрын
Government....sir ima need to tax you for that water
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 2 ай бұрын
Hahaha
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 2 ай бұрын
Hahaha
@vldzonev
@vldzonev 2 ай бұрын
Will you be able to help me with finding Supplier HAMM HD10
@ellobo1326
@ellobo1326 2 ай бұрын
Nice ! Just ordered the same tank in red color
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 2 ай бұрын
I like the tanks so far so good. If you have a way to lift it full it's a very convenient setup.
@orestanhel4665
@orestanhel4665 3 ай бұрын
How big of an area did you clear? How many hours did it take?
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 3 ай бұрын
Little over an acre. Took us 8 hrs that was heavily brushed in though.
@BigPaulsTrucking
@BigPaulsTrucking 3 ай бұрын
Nice MOD!! Keep it up!!! BP
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 3 ай бұрын
@BigPaulsTrucking thanks brother
@TheKitsuneOnihane
@TheKitsuneOnihane 3 ай бұрын
Looks like an amazing place for a finger to hang out
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 3 ай бұрын
The goal is to keep all digits
@sammiskie1127
@sammiskie1127 3 ай бұрын
Do you still have the Yanmar? I'm looking at the exact same model as yours. Wondering how easy they are to get parts and manuals for? Id do the same mod as you did.Thanks.
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 3 ай бұрын
I used this thing at a government agency I worked at before I went into business. For parts we just sourced out at our local yanmar dealer. I really like these machines. They were tanks for us there.
@sammiskie1127
@sammiskie1127 3 ай бұрын
@@PathfinderExcavating thanks for the info!
@theyorkwoods
@theyorkwoods 3 ай бұрын
Where do you get recycled asphalt from? I thought Ohio stopped letting homeowners get it from the state/county. I would love to get about 5 truck loads.
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 3 ай бұрын
Depending on where you are located, I guess it depends on the availability. We have an abundance here. I have a few suppliers. Call around to your local trucking companies or landscape suppliers.
@donlemke6439
@donlemke6439 3 ай бұрын
Put a solar battery maintainer to keep the battery charged.
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 3 ай бұрын
Good thinking!
@workinghardusa
@workinghardusa 4 ай бұрын
Cool well done!
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@tonytrejo1522
@tonytrejo1522 4 ай бұрын
Definitely interested in the tool.
@malacruxnorman3162
@malacruxnorman3162 4 ай бұрын
Making compost? Condens ain't getting out if those bags a plastic
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 4 ай бұрын
Learned that lesson. Thanks!
@stump-bossBIll
@stump-bossBIll 4 ай бұрын
Rent a Hotsy for best results 😉 But that worked nice otherwise😉
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 4 ай бұрын
They should make a mini hotsy.
@BigPaulsTrucking
@BigPaulsTrucking 4 ай бұрын
Great video Joe !! BPT!!
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 4 ай бұрын
Super Clean!
@satanic_titanic
@satanic_titanic 5 ай бұрын
use a binder clip and have no problem
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 5 ай бұрын
Genius
@dalebertdurando1496
@dalebertdurando1496 5 ай бұрын
Nice! Did you add the front wheel too? My MTD has a fold down bracket that looks like a guillotine for your fingers. Also noticed you have an adjustment bolt on the side of the wedge bracket. No mention of it in my manual. Looks like wedge alignment (?)
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 5 ай бұрын
Yeah, I added the harbor freight wheel and it was a game changer for moving it around. Doesn't work well on grass obviously but for my Asphalt driveway and concrete floor it does the trick. You were spot on about the wedge alignment. Thanks for watching!
@DJC995
@DJC995 5 ай бұрын
Nice modifications I have a similar splitter that needs a jokey wheel to replace the prop stand Thanks
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 5 ай бұрын
It's a great modification.
@joelasee1773
@joelasee1773 5 ай бұрын
Money to change out a two speed pump. Mine came wit one , a bit faster.
@SplitFireSalesInc
@SplitFireSalesInc 5 ай бұрын
Hell yessssss it can !
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 5 ай бұрын
Very Percise machine! Love the design, fellas. Also, I love the new vertical splitter. I would have jumped on that opportunity if it was available at the time.
@SplitFireSalesInc
@SplitFireSalesInc 5 ай бұрын
@@PathfinderExcavating Its a great little machine and we're excited for its future in our lineup.
@Delulubooklover
@Delulubooklover 5 ай бұрын
You could try going on the states website??
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 5 ай бұрын
I sent some emails to the local government.
@bat21bob41
@bat21bob41 6 ай бұрын
this is how it was done in the old days 80s before modern tec took over we did not have a thumb / clamp i think thats wat you call it we used G clamps and someone standing on each end
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
. old way isn't a bad thing. I try to incorporate both ways into my jobs.
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
I'm open to all suggestions on making this easier with 1 guy. I do alot of these and a getting more efficient is definitely something I need advice on. I think this method works well. It gets it damn close to perfect.
@stump-bossBIll
@stump-bossBIll 6 ай бұрын
Very intuitive brother! I want to do more shed pads AND get me an mini-ex...right now just have a MT100 mini skid. I'm thinking a Zip Level is also a game changer especially for pads on a any significant grade
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for commenting. This was a good way to do it by myself, I thought and wanted to share. I have a laser transit as well that I was to mount to my boom. I've heard of zip levels, but I'm not familiar with them. Thanks for watching and the 👍.
@BigPaulsTrucking
@BigPaulsTrucking 6 ай бұрын
Great Video!!! Nice work!!
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
Thanks, big Paul! Keep trucking, buddy.
@MiniXGoneWild
@MiniXGoneWild 6 ай бұрын
I like the hitch receiver. Now you need to get a claw attachment and thumb expansion combo like this kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKqulXeFjMiAmLc
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
I definitely need that. I've been following your videos. You have made some modifications that I have been wanting to do and haven't seen anyone do it. Thanks for the innovative and creative ideas.
@MiniXGoneWild
@MiniXGoneWild 6 ай бұрын
Thanks, at heart, I'm an inventor and tinkerer. I love breaking challenges down into their parts and seeing if there's another way to do the same thing. Becoming a product tester and design consultant would be an ideal job in my mind.@@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
You are explaining my mindset as well. I would love to be a product tester/developer. I enjoy improving existing products or making things more functional in my own life. Both of my grandfathers were engineers and I believe it's my turn to Innovate what I can.
@thall6076
@thall6076 6 ай бұрын
Awesome video friend
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
Thank you, that little BX can do the job.
@jdude000
@jdude000 6 ай бұрын
What length bar do you have on that guy?
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
Not sure I'll get you an answer today I don't use this saw as much anymore.
@michaelzenisek7822
@michaelzenisek7822 6 ай бұрын
I will be there!
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
See ya there Mike!
@rottiejakeluke
@rottiejakeluke 6 ай бұрын
Just curious why you choose to split the wood so small? Do you sell bundles?
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
I do sell bundles, but I like small stuff like that to get our fire going in the mornings.
@rottiejakeluke
@rottiejakeluke 6 ай бұрын
I’ve only seen the Honda engines in the red/white paint seem. Is this something new? Thank you.
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
Must be a new thing. Not sure when or why it changed.
@tman7392
@tman7392 6 ай бұрын
I was thinking about how to do the same exact thing to my E 26. I love the idea of having a tool carrier that I can take on and off. And having a place for extra counterweights would definitely be help full. You should consider making a video about why you chose the E26 over the E 20 you had in your earlier videos. I was close to pulling the trigger on an E20 when I got a deal on the 26. So I never got a chance to really try out the E20 to compare. but I am very happy with the 26. Seems like the perfect size
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
Thanks! I should talk about those 2 machines and why I chose the E26. If you are interested in something like this let me know. If enough need comes about I may manufacture these.
@ResourceRentals
@ResourceRentals 6 ай бұрын
It didn’t fit??? Looks like it does to me… sketch
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
Using an angle grinder for about an hour to take the massive amount of paint off allowed it to fit. Not sketch.
@ResourceRentals
@ResourceRentals 6 ай бұрын
@@PathfinderExcavating fair enough, good work.
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
Thank you. I'm sorry for the confusion. I tend to be long-winded and making shorts is difficult to get everything out I want to say lol
@inthebackyardwithdel438
@inthebackyardwithdel438 6 ай бұрын
Nice splitter !!👍🏻🪵
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! Just upgraded from my old Troy Bilt. Does the job for us. We split a lot of "pretty" firewood. Kept the old one for the Knotty gnarly stuff though.
@Lakeman3211
@Lakeman3211 7 ай бұрын
Thats how we roll, I set my frost hook up so it has two mounting/pin on configurations…for both our RTB, and mini…
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 7 ай бұрын
It needs a sharp edge to cut through roots better. Maybe even some saw teeth to help with ripping.
@tomhess149
@tomhess149 7 ай бұрын
Work with what you have
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 7 ай бұрын
Yes sir!
@jeffreysmall5259
@jeffreysmall5259 7 ай бұрын
You right, little time your get it done 😮😅
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 7 ай бұрын
Slow is smooth, smooth is fast my friend.
@Doomzday831
@Doomzday831 7 ай бұрын
This is my favorite chainsaw! Not the most powerful but by far the most reliable.
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 7 ай бұрын
It's a great saw! I had an issue with my oiler screw but other than that so far very reliable.
@jeremywallace5961
@jeremywallace5961 7 ай бұрын
Why not put it on the blade?
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 7 ай бұрын
Because then I can't use my blade
@jeremywallace5961
@jeremywallace5961 7 ай бұрын
@@PathfinderExcavating I wish I could show you a picture of mine.
@PathfinderExcavating
@PathfinderExcavating 7 ай бұрын
Send me an email picture. [email protected]