A road to make a road // E76

[@robertbass5283]

I cannot believe what your small tractor is doing ❗️ AWESOME WORK Guys !!

[@cheongyei]

My favorite homesteader named 'Meg'.

[@harrygmarshall5157]

I love the way you two take joy in each accomplishment👍🏻

[@Tezz.]

I learn so much from watching you both. I just bought 13 acres in WV so me and my family can start our homestead! You have absolutely sold me on the RK24. Ricky is the best tractor!

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

Congratulations! West Virginia is beautiful. Enjoy every moment 👍

[@richardforster9816]

Andrew Camarta has a good piece on how to do this track problem . He has a great series on a lot of you mechanical problems.

[@michaelcallais2926]

I just watched this episode and was gonna suggest the same thing. Andrew Camarata has changed quite a few tracks over the years and knows the tricks to do it quickly.

[@rogerdudra178]

Greetings from the BIG SKY of Montana.

[@larrybailey43]

Having the right tools for the job…. Referring to leaf blower ! Cool !

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

Works great - just make sure you're blowing with the wind!

[@critical-thought]

I was so excited when Meg was operating the backhoe like a pro. I knew you would get it all figured out! Watching you guys work on that rock is helpful … I will be doing much the same in a year or so.

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

She even does the lazy operator "back-twist" like me instead of flipping the seat around. Haha!

[@arniecash2457]

Love the cart,it will come in handy.

[@raymondcoggins297]

Call the skidstear Bobby you know Ricky Bobby lol another great video

[@donnabrowder2431]

With determination, perseverance, Ricky, and Dexpan, you can move heaven and earth. WAY TO GO....CONGRATULATIONS!!! from Tidewater Virginia

[@larrybailey43]

That was interesting putting the track back in place !

[@deanbarr5740]

Theres no stopping you guys now John and Meg. That Bobcat skid steer is really proving its worth. I really enjoy watching your progress. The new rubber for your Bobcat gonna be helpful too.

[@richardnott9587]

Bobcat is a brand that sucks also. Takeuchi brand skid steers are not very fancy but do the job well and last. They are a little clunky also but they beat bobcat brand stuff any day.

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

I'm excited to put them on, Dean. I learned a lot struggling when it popped off. I wish I recorded the 2nd one that came off. Sometimes everything goes smoother when the camera is off. Haha! Stay warm, my friend.

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

Hey Richard, just chiming in here on why I chose a Takeuchi. I like that they're not fancy. That's one of the reasons I picked it. It's not full of electrical Achilles heels (like Bobcat) if that makes sense. They seem simple to work on (metric) and have a very strong and durable Yanmar engine. It also feels nicely balanced. I tested out a Cat 257B and found it very tipsy compared to the Tak. Also, the Cat was rated to have more HP, but it didn't seem that way to me. My TL130 has 67hp and felt much stronger than the Cat. It's not the most comfortable ride, but I'd trade performance over operator comfort any day. I could go on and on - I have about 25 hours on the machine now and it's performing nicely and better than expected. The guy that sold it to me said it takes a unique person to like a Takeuchi, because of the sensitive controls and tank-like feel. Not for everyone, but I'm happy with the purchase.

[@richardnott9587]

@@WalnutsandWineberries you made a good choice. It will suite you well to start out with. I have had allot of them. Currently running a C245 new holland but I have a larger operation and allot more experience. I enjoy watching people learn and get better. I do want to reach through the screen to help and steer you right but your making the choices you need to based on your circumstances. Keep up the good work. People always said I should video but I never took the time so what your doing right or wrong is still good.

[@buzzsawncgo2751]

That's the trouble with rocks, some of them are 3 or 4 feet thick and some of the go all the way to the center of the earth and you never know which one you have until you get to the bottom of the hole. Great work. I'll add my voice to the choir supporting grease guns with battery or air power.

[@cheongyei]

Lot of hard work! You two are great.

[@westvirginia8658]

Great job! What perseverance. I don't think I would've even attempted to take that rock out. You both always have a positive attitude and work well together. Thanks for video, Mike

[@GGMASherry]

Look like soap stone in some of your videos. Awesome stone for around your fireplace, it holds heat for hours!

[@mikemckeown9477]

Love you guys and your videos

[@outwestcountryliving9735]

You are doing some amazing things with your little tractor

[@georgepilat6078]

I like your show.. You may consider a high pressure hot water washer.. Enjoy your Journey..

[@southernyankeehomestead3230]

Couple things... first, as it's been said the skid steer should be Bobby. Aka Ricky Bobby. Then you could name the trommel Shake... then you'll just have to come up with a bake. Go with the theme! Second.... grease! I know you have some dewalt battery powered tools. Get the battery powered grease gun. I got one a while back and after the initial sticker shock I have not regretted it in the least. And when it comes time to replace the tracks you will be glad you have it. You're going to go through about 2 full size tubes of grease between track replacement and greasing your equipment. Which I will also highly recommend doing because I heard Ricky's backhoe groaning at one point. From an old timer I learned construction equipment from... "if it groans... its dry. It needs to be lubricated just like me to work peoperly." He was a drunk but he wasn't wrong on the grease. Make sure to check your track tension as well. When we would tension them we would make sure the track was off the ground and then we would grease it until you had about 1 to 2 inches of droop under the equipment. Basically only half a tooth from the inside of the track. Hope some of this helps. Good luck on muscling the new tracks on. And dont be scared to use the backhoe to help. Your back will thank me later.

[@davidlpollard4025]

Good job guys really enjoy watching

[@bobwebber8521]

You two are a breath of fresh air. Great watching and glad I subbed. Take care.

[@MrSickmickey]

I suggest "Morty" as a name for the skidsteer .

[@PeaceIntheValley]

Not far from you right now. We're at Cumberland Gap waiting for the winter storm to hit! I know Ricky was feeling down last week after seeing a replacement come in. Ricky may not have the muscle but he sure has the skills! You might want to invest in the dewalt grease gun. It works very well just pumps in the grease. Thanks for the lessons on Dexpan. We're getting ready to do that on our property. What bit did you get, or should we get? Can a regular hammer drill work?

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

Hey Bryce - people can say what they want about Harbor Freight, but that Bauer hammer drill is awesome. So is the jackhammer for that matter. This is the hammer drill I use: www.harborfreight.com/power-tools/drills-drivers/hammer-drills/73-amp-1-in-sds-plus-type-variable-speed-rotary-hammer-63443.html They also have a 10-amp model for not much more, and both take SDS plus. I get their 16 in. bits too. Honestly, I only buy them for the single 1-inch bit, but it's still a better deal than buying a single bit at Lowe's. www.harborfreight.com/16-in-sds-masonry-bit-set-5-pc-62794.html They last quite a while. Probably 30 holes each, 16 inches deep.

[@nookworm1]

Ya'll wore me out just watching! You ARE rock movers!

[@johnjames7736]

Great team work!!!

[@georgepilat6078]

Maybe time to buy a high power pressure washer.. love the show, Continued good luck..

[@Hawksnest1976]

Glad to see you guys and Meg is a great operator you guys can start your new business

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

I say that to her often. I think it would be neat for the channel for us to take on some side jobs and come back and also work on our own stuff like we do. I've been shopping for some old F700s - sell my RAM.

[@Hawksnest1976]

@@WalnutsandWineberries we have a 2019 f350 we love ❤️ it

[@SudheendraKaranam]

@@WalnutsandWineberries it would be nice - I watch Tractor time with Tim and they started that way; fun plus content for future videos

[@harrygmarshall5157]

You both have a pretty good analytical👍🏻 mind

[@jonathanrighetti5897]

next time your track comes off, prop up the front of the machine, raise the arms on the skid steer, and use the bucket on your tractor coming in on the opposite side of the machine using the smooth underside of the bucket put pressure on the track as someone controls the skid steer. usually up and running with greasing in less then 30min

[@richardnott9587]

That would work since he is already planning on new tracks anyways.

[@jonathanrighetti5897]

@@richardnott9587 its how I used to do it when a track would come off, only difference is that I would use an excavator instead of a tractor

[@PineyGroveHomestead]

Rocks...your struggle is real!! That's a big fear of mine with tracked equipment...the track coming off. My mini-ex has the same system for tightening/loosening the track. Have you named the skid steer yet? Check out Sierra Blaster like they use on Gold Rush Whitewater to blast rocks....quicker and more fun? It'd make a great video anyway. 🤣😂😃

[@themichaelcreed]

That's a cool product.

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

It happens. I haven't had an issue since both popped off and I put both back on. It's a lot simpler than I thought. One of the reasons I chose this machine was the simple track system. I was also testing a Cat 257B3 and the tracks are more ASV style that looked like a nightmare if they would ever need to be popped back on.

[@PRShoup]

Ricky and Lucy!!

[@zockery4148]

My weekly fix, I love it

[@genegreear4183]

Rambo and Ricky sounds good to me.

[@genegreear4183]

Jon you almost had it by using the machine and turning the forward wheel. Go to Andrew Camarata play list. He does it by just sitting in the seat. He’s another Utuber and a really nice guy like you. Later

[@brockwagner939]

That will stretch your tracks out and shorten the lifespan of them

[@allthings2allmen]

Taco the mighty squidsteer!!!!

[@billhauck7872]

Outdoors with the Morgans was a Blaster and now has a lot in West Virgina near Maryland. He has a great site.

[@Hawksnest1976]

Great job John you guys Rock 🪨

[@michaelohara2161]

Keep it greased and it will not come off. A cordless power grease gun is a must with a trac steer. They work well.

[@firstmkb]

Never used it, BUT, Dexpan will move the rock further in all directions if it is filling a larger hole. 1-1/2” might be enough to split the rock across two dimensions instead of one - leaving Ricky-sized bites. Not sure if this would be clear, but picture a grid of holes, connected by wide cracks. I always enjoy your videos, especially the outtakes!

[@toolmantim613]

I see a new set of tracks in y'alls future! Keep the videos coming

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

I'm looking forward to putting them on.

[@olehickoryoutdoors6815]

Use the chain and tractor the next to pull on the track and it will roll right on without taking the tension off I have done it many times

[@rockandrattleretreat5830]

Sierra Blaster is more expensive to get the basics, but it is much quicker and uses smaller bits so it drills quicker and no waiting for it to crack like the dexpan. I have a three head unit and will be putting some videos on my channel. There are a few other videos on this system, no AFT license to use. It does break up big rocks to smaller rocks no problem.

[@hardyjensen8110]

Great job 👍👍🇩🇰🇩🇰☕️☕️😁

[@SudheendraKaranam]

I had more fun during the out-row than the full video… :)

[@Ianhurley54]

Wow

[@jmonsted]

Dan Hurd says you should try feather and wedge :)

[@VanNosdolTy]

what about a jackhammer attachment for the skid steer that will make all your rock work easier

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

That's funny you say that. Our rental place around here has a few of those sitting in their yard and he wouldn't rent it to me because he said it was more for demolishing concrete than rock work. It must because of the type of rock in this area. Still, I'd love to try it though...

[@VanNosdolTy]

@@WalnutsandWineberries I think it would work great concrete is harder than the rocks you have and if you bust it up enough you could use it for road base

[@danmooney7192]

Fill those hole with Black Powder and light a fuse! LOL

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

I chuckled when I saw that old 2-inch hole.

[@djaspurh]

If you have Ricky you need Lucy!

[@gsxrdoug7521]

Just need a pole barn up against the hillside to house all your implements/attachments.

[@nigelgrant9693]

Hi I'm sure you do a Jack Hammer for Ricky for your property you need it for those big rocks

[@patrickwiklund2039]

👍

[@chrissaunders2246]

Rocks out.. fill with what- smaller rocks hardcore?

[@craignash4736]

Did ya ever think about black powder ? Long fuse …give it ago ….keep us posted, could be some exciting click bait. Lol. Craig. Pa.

[@charminghollowforge1109]

They make a hydraulic rock hammer(aka pecker) for Ricky I’m sure of it.would be a great thing for you guys to invest in. Northern tool sells on for their mini excavator that may have similar attachment points. Worth a look anyway

[@magnusE7]

Probably a better way to put the tracks on but you got them on.

[@LouAdzima]

If the tractor is named "Rickey" the skid steer should be "Lucy"😁

[@tylershafer7929]

U guys are getting good with the backhoe. Those are hard to operate smoothly as is. U guys could do wonders with an excavator.

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

I would be lying if I said getting one hasn't been discussed. ;) - Meg

[@In2investing]

Lol you deff need a bigger grease gun...may I recommend a Milwaukee electric grease gun. Such a valuable tool for heavy equipment

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

I'm more of a good 'ol dependable lever action. I upgraded the small one the next day so I can use full sized tubes. I'd need many more machines before justifying the cost of a battery powered one.

[@In2investing]

@@WalnutsandWineberries Also that hole in the Rock appears to be a water/well hole. Looks like there's a spring under there. Notice how that clump of grass grew all the way down, good indicator there's a good supply of fresh water.

[@stephenlitwornia6920]

Just figured out how to send a comment. You guys should name the skid steer "Lucy", then you'll have Lucy and Ricky. If the skid steer is in the barn and you are putting Ricky in then John can announce "Oh Lucy, I'm home"...lol.

[@jonathanrighetti5897]

for the pan removal, next time use a car jack next time

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

Thought it was neat that 2 of the 4 bolt holes were notched. Remove the back 2, loosen the front 2 and do a quick slide off. The little oil access door is pretty useless. It doesn't line up and it's very small to maneuver a wrench to loosen the drain plug.

[@jonathanrighetti5897]

@@WalnutsandWineberries they are all like this unfortunately, I use a socket with an extension that swivels and a ratchet

[@rfelectrons]

You guys are having way too much fun (except for re-tracking). How about drilling a hole in the top of one of the wedges and weld one of the worn out breaker/hammer bits to it. Use the breaker/hammer to drive the wedge. You can call it Meg’s Wedginator 3000.

[@andreproulx3047]

Great video, i hope you get a battery powered grease gun for the track change.

[@larrybailey43]

How about rigging up an air compressor on the tractor (?) for using a air powered grease gun on the track replacement, or other air powered tools.

[@4Classie]

Sorry was researching Dexpan for telling Lumnah Acres !

[@melvinwinters655]

Have you ever considered using black powder to break up your rocks?

[@robertrabhudsonhornet5869]

That would help if you cut the top of the bottle to get that Greece in

[@rogerdudra178]

Blasting rock may be an answer.

[@billhauck7872]

DeWalt makes a battery powered grease gug. I riobi makes one there is a refirb place Direct Tool in Monroe Ohio

[@eddyverbraeken2019]

digging in instead of digging out , making a pit next to the rock in such way that the rock sinks into the ground

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

Often times, there are bigger beasts in the depths.

[@morgansword]

I watch you guys for a myriad of reasons... one good reason is Meg is very attractive young woman with great skill sets that ...well I am a old mechanic, 72 and pushing that number up as we go through this year like a racehorse. Meg is the kind of woman who is so damn real an not easily offended if your language takes a twist as "you masterbated" the rock apart in my way of interpretation of John getting red in his face as he realizes the connotation it circles. I laughed to as I holler at the screen what I think he is trying to come out with. See its only vulgar if your mind is in the dumpster,... most of us guy minds are. Speaking to the choir on one thing very important to me is to keeping the track frames cleaned out so you can see any cracks or missing bolts when you work equipment hard. You should work it hard so you don't have to ... I see a grain to that shale like as splitting wood and if you can find these useful to enlarge those to wedge them apart. I am blind in my right eye because of a piece of metal flying off the head of the wedge we were using to split wood. It formed for a little bit as a piece of metal rounded on top and then flew off when hit with the hammer. It also got the optic nerve so it lays in a corner on my face and makes me look a mite weird. Please try to wear safety glasses as it will slow it down but not stop that piece if it flies hard enough. Have fun and remember that as long as its fun, its not really work. John, I won't blame you for being mad at me but buddy, you scored a keeper...... around here a "keeper" is described as a keeper is just that cause I don't want her. You just got to get lucky once in a while I was going to stop and then thought of this; When putting a track on, try to get in front of the machine with that backhoe and use a chain around the track and with hoe arm guide it as you turn it with the skid steer. It should help to guide it on quicker... no perfect way/LOL

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

Haha! No offense taken, Morgan. You're just pointing out the obvious to me. She is tougher than any man I've ever met. Sometimes I describe her as, "freakishly strong". Glad you laughed as hard as me on that outtake. We try not to add that type of humor to our channel, but it was too funny not to share.

[@dennisshoemaker1950]

you have to get a battery grease gun from HarborFreight or air compressor one.

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

It'd be nice, and I did consider it... until I saw it was $229 for the Dewalt one. I spent $20 on a lever action one that takes bigger tubes, and it made quick work.

[@bigdogcountrymusic7146]

What about a little Blast to get them broken up?

[@redltr2003]

Is the tractor seat difficult to turn around? Running the backhoe that way looks uncomfortable. When I don’t want to turn my seat around for quick tasks I still stand over the controls and face the backhoe. Just curious!

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

Hi Andrew! Yes, it is very difficult (especially for me, Jon can do it a bit easier) the seat has to be lifted partially and spun. Sounds easy, but it is heavy and usually gets stuck when spinning. When I try to do it, I usually have to ask Jon to get it into place for me the rest of the way. It is a major downfall of the backhoe in my opinion. The RK25 backhoe has a second seat, but I would not prefer that because a lot of times we use the bh for a quick thing then need to reposition anyway. Thanks for watching! - Meg

[@rogerdudra178]

Go instead of stop? Might want to reverse that.

[@aldoovercomer5473]

Looks like a job for Mr. Dynamite. I know, pretty late....

[@johnwinn4213]

you need to check reviews on Fram filters

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

I like Purolator One, just for the record. 3 stores and that's the only filter I found that would fit. I don't know why I bother burning gas running around town, just to get frustrated and to settle on sub-par stuff. That's why Amazon is taking over the world of shopping.

[@jamesmcpherson4057]

With all the rock you have, it might be worthwhile to see if you could get a hydraulic jack hammer to fit on the backhoe. Just sayin.

[@rogerdudra178]

Pro tip my ass, something to realize maybe.

[@woodydowler1594]

Where's the dinomite !?

[@bobbybaldeagle702]

If your going to play with big boy toys.... YOU MUST HAVE BIG BOY TOOLS!!!!

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

You didn't like my dinky grease gun, Bobby? Haha! I upgraded it to a bigger one, don't worry. However, I can't justify spending over $200 on a battery operated one. The old-school lever action ones work fine for me and that's what I bought the other day. Full sized grease tubes 👍

[@bobbybaldeagle702]

@@WalnutsandWineberries .... you is a smart young man... I love my leaver action grease gun. It's been my friend for a good 40 or so years. There's no way I could justify one of then battery operated ones myself...

[@sherryhedger9762]

Missing your videos

[@WalnutsandWineberries]

Hang in there for tomorrow. 😉

[@triroo107]

Face plant 😂😂😂😂😂

[@williamdingler7334]

Need to get you a battery powered grease gun. Makes quick work of your maintenance on your equipment.

[@charlesmarshall3396]

You need to watch some Andrews videos putting tracks back on he does not have half the trouble that you did

[@chrissaunders2246]

HYDRAULIC ROCK BREAKERS FOR EXCAVATORS DIGGERS

[@chrissaunders2246]

Can't you guys buy a henpecker.. hydraulic breaker that fits on to Ricky?

[@jimruby9316]

Get yourself a cordless grease gun to grease your equipment cant go wrong

[@so-dan-bought-some-land]

If you want to see how to do track issues without all the specialty gear, two words, Andrew Camarata

[@themichaelcreed]

Andrew's got a fantastic channel.

[@SilverLady61]

Watch Andrew Camarata . He has videos showing him changing and fixing tracks on skid steers and all kinds of other cool stuff. Check his channel out. I know it would be helpful to you.

[@teemccoy754]

andrew cabrata how to get track loader retracked

[@micky8912]

How about Tammy for the skid steer, i think Ricky needs a girlfriend. :)

[@skippyi6969]

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[@kelvynnash4333]

Hi Guys. Well done with all your projects, super videos. Have you checked out 2 youtube sites... Andrew Camerata, and Let's dig18. both have tips about what you have problem's with. All the best from the UK.