Behind the Scenes with Excavator Pro & YouTube Star Chris Guins (LetsDig18)

[@nashneubauer9016]

Chris is a great ambassador for the industry and Volvo. He is plain spoken, easy going and passionate about giving quality work. Chris would be a great person to us for product testing/ advertising!

[@cember01]

A huge attraction to his videos is the narration. He's constantly explaining what he's thinking and doing. Then he punctuates every 10 minutes or so with a break in the action and a more direct explanation of progress or next phase etc.. It's interesting and very relaxing to watch.

[@ashtonwhittaker3895]

I’ve been watching Chris (letsdig18), almost since the beginning. He’s one of the reasons why I got into grading 4 years ago and turned out to be something I’m passionate about and enjoy. I’ve learned a lot from his videos. Whether it’s being able to see his thought process on each job, or even just looking back when he only had 1-2 tractors and now has an entire fleet. I appreciate everything he does and taking the time to share with others. Chris is great at what he does and I hope to meet one day. Thank you, Ashton Whittaker

[@ashtonwhittaker3895]

@letsdig18

[@jramsdenbb]

Chris said it himself, he’s nobody special. What is special is his passion for his craft and excellent work ethic. Anyone who regularly follows LD18 has heard him working while he’s sick, tired or both but he always produces the best product he can, no matter the situation. He is also passionate about his equipment. He said, “I just film what I do”. That includes daily maintenance and involved maintenance on his equipment. He knows that if he takes care of it, it’ll take care of him. You can also tell when he’s not happy about the appearance of his gear when it’s covered in hydraulic fluid, oil or mud. He takes as much pride in his equipment as he does in his work. Volvo should be proud of the ambassador they have in Chris Guins!

[@chrisk6474]

Chris has to be one the most real content creator folks out there currently. It’s him and his machines and the job. No craziness or fluff. He’s a great ambassador for Volvo and it’s products.

[@GoBlue79]

Chris (LetsDig18) saved my life. I found his channel during a very dark time in my life and through his whit, passion and fun I was hooked. I found I could immerse myself in Chris' video and escape the darkness that had overtaken my life. Sure, I had lots of other work to do to get myself better but the positive nature of Chris' humanity mattered. Thanks for showcasing him as he has showcased Volvo Equipment.

[@pebkacz]

Ditto. End-to-end how to and how it’s done. He’s a good man. 🇦🇺👌👍 Ultimate Professional!

[@TerrellSpivey]

Awesome testimony!

[@gerardocabrera3787]

You will get hooked, l did years ago, I even drink Pepsi now 💯⭐👍GoTeamLetsDig18 👍⭐💯

[@ryanhoward1013]

Chris is the best person that Volvo could've found using there equipment. They should be very happy with him and extend him a lot of gratitude and use him as there number one ambassador and supply him with what he needs to do his job. Thank you Chris for all you do for us ❤️

[@mftmachining]

Chris is a supercool guy. love watching him work for many years daily and it never gets boring.

[@george8873]

I like Chris's editing style. Doesn't add any extra fluff that distracts you from the work he's doing. He's been editing that way for like 15 years, no reason to change it now.

[@heatherlane9270]

Chris - LetsDig18 - is hard working and natural. His videos are easy and informative to watch along with being entertaining. Thanks for this coverage too.

[@RBrown-fw3ez]

Chris you are indeed someone special. I was seriously depressed and listless due to health issues. Then I found your videos and have watched every one because I have always been interested in heavy equipment and engineering. I love your projects, your NC scenery and your great friends. You sure make my life better. Thank you.

[@pinwizz69]

Chris Letsdig18 has easily one of the best channels on KZbin from every possible aspect. Just his personality comes across as someone everyone would like to have as a close friend. His work ethic is definitely "old school Americana" He makes his episodes mesmerizing to watch. Plus there's the cool fact he's started setting up the meet and great get togethers with Mike Dirt Perfect, Matt Diesel Creek and others involved in his industry that are an absolute hoot to watch. I also like that he includes coverage of when he's working with his Uncle John. That's gotta be special type of memories he'll cherish well after his Uncle John has passed on.

[@richardherring8220]

One of the things I like best about Chris, is that he does every job like he was doing it for himself, no short cuts or sloppy work is allowed ! Says a lot about his integrity and up bringing, as a fellow tarheel me dad always taught and told me to make it look like we done it, no matter how small the project was !! Quality work always sales without complaints !!

[@francesstratton695]

Chris is the best ambassador Volvo could have never picked!! He’s truly the best in his industry!! Love watching him. 👍👍😎🇺🇸🇺🇸♥️✌️

[@Lazzar1958]

An avid follower of Chris / LetsDig18, from Vancouver, Canada. Initially captivated by his talents on a wide variety of machinery, his professional skills & work ethic, which progressed to an admiration of the man himself & his personality. A generous mix of honesty, humour & unscripted reality. He enjoys what he does & it shows. His peers have shared that admiration on many videos. It's great to see that his personal rewards for his efforts have become a beautiful home / farm & the plans he has for it. I feel fortunate to follow him on that journey thru his videos as his plans unfold.

[@bobsmiley6255]

Hardest working and most humble guy on YT. 😊

[@dsdragoon]

I'm a big LetsDig18 fan, thank you for showcasing him.

[@bullittdog4352]

Chris is the epitome of American work ethic…Volvo is fortunate to have him as a champion of the brand!

[@LauwersFreddy]

Great video! I wish Volvo would bless him with some demo equipment to showcase. Like some of the new hybrid models. Chris his opinion is respected!

[@AllstarVentures]

Chris is the best of YT for me. Volvo should sponsor him with a new 220 or piece of equipment of his choice. I’m absolutely sure Chris’s videos have sold much Volvo equipment 👍🏼

[@jakegallagher121]

Pretty sure that's his new 220 in that video. Whether they gave it to him is another question.

[@AllstarVentures]

Nah, this was filmed on the Bealy pond site. He didn’t have the new one yet. Plus new revised thumb is different

[@5thGenNativeTexan]

Chris' projects are always a fantastic to watch.. start to finish, sometimes over many videos. But I think what I love watching is just his pure skill. I don't know how to describe it any other way than "artistry".

[@Todd.Roberts]

Well at least they got my good side standing there talking to Chris lol

[@ryanhoward1013]

LOL hi Todd so that was your good side I'm glad you told me your a hoot have a good night 👍

[@Todd.Roberts]

@@ryanhoward1013lol . Thanks . Have a good night also

[@HammerPowered]

Chris is a tremendous spokesman both for the industry as a whole and your products. Been enjoying his videos for a while now.

[@johnbeck9997]

I have been a Chris fan for several years. He is an inspiration to many of us.

[@RickyCervo]

Chris is the symbol of passion for your work and he share with all that.

[@rayinpau.s.a.6351]

Chris Guins for PRESIDENT! We cannot go wrong.

[@klrwhizkid]

Chris is, by observation, the kind of guy that everyone would love to have as a friend.

[@ScottHammet]

Add my comment to the pile of others who've voiced their respect for Chris' work ethic, skill, and easy going attitude. Volvo is lucky to have him showcasing their equipment.

[@lois5221]

Nice video of Letsdig18 showing what he does with integrity, passion and humility. Volvo has a great ambassador in Chris.

[@robmatthews7972]

Chris Guins is a Real person, and a good individual. I have enjoyed watching his videos for a few years now. Glad to see real down to earth good people still in the world. His Grandpa was a great influence and we get to experience the result.

[@04ninjazx10rr]

A shout out goes to Bealy Good. He has a KZbin channel, and that is where Chris and Volvo shot this video.

[@Todd.Roberts]

And of course I was in the video for a spilt second lol

[@hbltzll]

Chris is hands down one of the best operators I’ve seen!

[@BealyGood]

Thanks for the fun day out at the property!

[@kens.3729]

Excellent Individual and Very Hard Working. Chris and his Uncle, John, have Succeeded so Strongly because their Work Ethic is as High as it gets. Thx! 👍

[@stevelittle7390]

Love watching Chris work. He makes the Volvo excavator work like an extension of his hand and fingers. Beautiful to watch.

[@michaelschuenemann3505]

We have taken our Hats off to Chris when we starting to follow his Channel and we will take our Hats off into the Future - Chris has a Huge Knowledge Base of Equipment and Machinery and lets NOT forget the Maintenance as well ! The Work Chris is doing is Fantastic - he gives the Client 110 % ! He made also soooooooooo many Friends as well ! PS - most Times he has a Smile on his Face - not too much gets his Up-set ! We love his Work ! Cheers from us in Australia !!!!

[@donnamullins2089]

Well Chris you ARE Special because you do it correct the first time. I appreciate the way you take care of your business and equipment. Clean and serviced before you go home each night. You treat people with respect. Even tempered. Great friends and dogs. Videos are great.

[@richardherring8220]

With Chris what you see is what you get, down to earth, honest individual, either you like him or you don't he doesn't put up any kind of front to get you to watch his channel !!

[@billykowalski4305]

I know I never miss one of his videos. In my house it's "he's watching the dirt show". A most wonderful way to relax. And I've learned a lot.

[@bencampbell6173]

Chris’ skills as an operator are impressive. He’s a master of his craft and a student of efficiency. His channel is consistent with regular, informative, and entertaining posts. Love to watch!

[@streaky81]

I've followed Chris for years and always keep up with his videos, I have an office job - I've been thinking about what makes channels like Chris' successful for a long time. It seems to me that what people like to see is people who work hard and give a damn about what they do: it could be anything from operating a nuclear reactor, through to flying an aircraft, digging big holes in the ground to cleaning sewers; if people see that passion on video sooner or later they will get found and people will go mad for it. I also think there's separately an aspect for those of us who do desk jobs to vicariously get to see a bit of that outdoor life. I bet Chris and channels like his are huge recruiters for the construction industry too.

[@farmerbill6855]

And that's why I watch his channel. He doesn't think he's some sort of star like most on KZbin. Although he kind of is, he's hands down the best equipment operator I have ever seen. Hats off to Volvo for showing a Hyundai dozer in one of its promotional videos.

[@inthedarkwoods2022]

He had me hooked years ago when he was working breaking apart a beaver dam. I just found that was relaxing to watch.

[@Jcrum5th]

"I don't think I'm no one special" is why Chris is so successful...

[@JD-zm4eh]

The man is one hard working guy, I have enjoyed watching his videos for about 5 years now.

[@BeytekinConstructionMachinery]

Cool, you portraited Chris!

[@michaelmullins1290]

I watch every video he puts out. Just in case something unique happens. If I wanted to learn work ethic, I'd definitely watch him. No doubt. He is the best excavator operator I've ever seen.

[@frasermathers2287]

Great video of Chris and his channel, as he is an outstanding ambassador of the skills it takes to be a great operator and his & his uncles commitment to Volvo Equipment! Also I hope as I sit here in Scotland UK, that Volvo recognizes the depth & breath of his following across the entire world and that they see Volvo equipment almost every day of the week.

[@bobkohl6779]

Chris is the finest Volve spokesman you have. Incredible quality of his work

[@Simonsimps]

Watching the sunrise over that glorious oak tree which has its own story which I love because I did the same thing. Chris was my 1st ever subscription on KZbin and is the person I most look forward to watching. His formula hasn't changed over all these years. Work...Film it... Share it. Simple. Thanks.

[@craigwavra3495]

Your number one spokesman right there. Have enjoyed his videos for over 12 hrs now. Impressive machines there!

[@raymondsanborn6525]

Chris ever since I watched my first video of you and the work you do you have my utmost respect. I started my career in tree and park division in the town I grew up in. I ran equipment and drove truck. You make it look so easy. I understand that's not the case ! After 5 years doing what I did I transfered to full time firefighter in the same town. I just retired after combined time of 33 1/2 years. Most people do not understand the toll it takes on your body doing what you do day in and day out. I know it's the passion of seeing the job through that keeps you going and the love of operating machinery. I have been watching faithfully for 4 years now. Keep up the great work !

[@MrJohnweez]

Very neat to see LetsDig18 though a documentary view point.

[@neila9251]

I really enjoy Chris's videos mostly because he explains what and why he is doing what he is doing. Im not in the excavation area but knowing how he sees the problems and tackles the work makes it fascinating to me personally!

[@Vickie-Bligh]

Thanks for showcasing Chris again. He is more than worthy of that.

[@chadgodfrey4364]

Chris is best at giving the customer what they want without the customer truly knowing what they want. Best machine operator I have seen, and that Volvo is smooth.

[@arthurjennings5202]

Well... having done editing, Chris has explained the most important part of editing. GOOD PHOTOGRAPHY, GOOD VIDEO CAMERA WORK. Chris' videos are great because he learned this early on with minimal equipment. He also knows what he wants to shoot. It doesn't make it easy, but it makes it a lot less hard. Listen to the man would be videographers. He has learned how to do it.

[@leeharris3061]

Very nice👍🏻..im glad your huge company recognizes Chris and his love for the 2 main Volvo machines he has (and his uncle too)..i subbed to this channel a long time ago when you guys posted the video of Chris way back when ("the day in the life of youtube star Chris Guins") thanks for todays video too👌🏻 have a great day!!

[@andrewcarnes1726]

Come on Volvo he deserves more than just a five minute video

[@Skorpychan]

I don't have a life-affirming story, I just like watching the machines working, and the education about what he's doing as he's doing it. It's made me much more tolerant of ongoing building works.

[@troyledbetter6597]

It has been such a fun ride watching your videos of heavy equipment. I did some work in my yard with a mini excavator and watching you did help!

[@alangregory1806]

You have given me hours of pleasure over the years watching your skills and these days the videos tell more of a story and you introduced me to Mr Bealy Good.

[@RumMonkeyable]

We LOVE Chris and his channel! Volvo is very fortunate to have Chris as a loyal Volvo owner/user. Having him "test" new equipment is highly recommended and wise of Volvo, IMHO. Thank you for the video., and look forward to more projects completed by Chris using his Volvo equipment. 🙏👏👍💪✨😍❤

[@kenguier8464]

I have always enjoyed watching your video's. It puts the amount of work required in a perspective we can understand. I am continually amazed with what you accomplish with your equipment. Keep up the good work, it makes for great viewing..

[@rangeroverl322]

A top operator , not bad on the spanners or as you say wrenches lol and genuine good guy. Fantastic my friend 🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@davidepool5884]

Chris is one of the best in the business. I never miss any of his videos. I know what time he normally posts his videos and I am just waiting on the notification so I can get my Letsdig18 fix for the day. On days that he doesn’t post a new video the rest of my day just feels like something is missing.

[@markridley-vw9xh]

I like to watch Chris. He is down to earth. Seems humble.

[@ntomnia585]

Don't forget the snakes. Chris loves snakes. Some of his funniest moments are dealing with snakes.

[@vinnyhern]

AKA "THE POND WHISPERER" his videos never disappoints

[@ronpeacock9939]

When I was growing up.. I watched my father whenever I got the chance work with his companies excavator...Watching Chris feels very similar to watching my father and reminds me of those simplier days back probably before Chris was even born... So it's a bit of nostalgia watching his videos... that and lets face it.. All of use kids played in the sand box with toy trucks and bulldozers and I had an excavator... so Chris is lucky enough to take that which we did in the sandbox as kids and got more expensive toys and makes a living at it.... So in a way, it's jealousy...

[@lorengolliher2712]

Chris let's dig 18 is awesome I'm glad he puts out the videos in the content he does and watching the machines are a big plus he's a hard-working individual it seems like you never stops start I enjoy watching everyone of his videos I hope he's able to continue doing what he does and I hope someday Volvo would support him with some pretty cool equipment

[@brockdaniels225]

I love Chris whole heartedly, I started watching him two-three years ago and he was the reason I got my first excavator. A true inspiration to those who need it.

[@toddhansen5072]

My favorite channel…loved the Bealy Good Farm Pond build!

[@rickallen9382]

Chris is not only a very expert excavator operator he is also a expert pond builder. And always working hard no wasted time as he said in this video

[@cember01]

He also reliably posts content almost every single day. Other channels are hit-or-miss maybe a few times a week, but you always know a new letsdig18 video will be waiting for you.

[@dougwayt8710]

Chris is great guy. I’ve been watching his videos for almost 2 years. I never miss one

[@williamhenderson9535]

And that is the "Reason we love to watch Chris's channel"! I have been a subscriber for over 3 years and enjoy his content! Bill in Southern Indiana!

[@stacywilliams6032]

Great video! Your videos are some of my favorites because you show the beginning, the process and the end. I feel like I've been on the job journey with you for the most part. I want my own excavator someday and feel maybe I can clear my own land by watching you do it! Looking forward to the next project!

[@Skynet-1]

And that's why we watch Chris's videos! Also he doesn't beg for us to subscribe and like his videos, we already do. 👍👍👍

[@Smileswithhammer]

Sir, you are a phenomenal artist. It's just that you use a very big paint brush. Thank you so much for sharing an unspoken talent with everyone.

[@makingithappen5178]

Chris is filming what he does during the day and there are apparently many more than me who appreciate seeing that.

[@kenore4003]

I wondered when this was going to pop-up. This was done during the Bealy pond. Good to see.

[@matthewsharp6597]

Chris is awesome. He is realistic, down to earth, enjoyable and a master with an excavator.

[@deanhanchett379]

His videos are the best entertainment and learning out there. I’d pick it over tv any day.

[@mikewebb8456]

True professional. Dedicated to his job.. ambassador for the American Dream... 👍

[@shirleyreynolds2090]

Yall go subscribe! Hes almost at 600k....awesome young man!

[@rockman531]

One of the best channels on You Tube!! Keep digging Chris!!

[@esparka]

This has been a Bealy Good presentation of Chris’ style of work, of his YT style & of an excellent example of a quality offering to his customers as a viable earthmoving, pond building son-of-a-gun….

[@gwenb4531]

He is just living the life and thoroughly enjoying it.

[@apollorobb]

The Bealy good Pond project. And Chris is the reason i own a 220 Volvo

[@ShainAndrews]

Where you live, and the support you can get has far more to do with equipment selection. Well it does for those that actually work. Lot of guys like to say they do things they don't.

[@bobschwieterman6675]

I like Chris and know him well. He doesn't know me from Adam, of course, but he invites me into his world almost everyday. Thanks Chris.

[@paulpannell8544]

Chris for President. This country needs a good honest working man to lead us.

[@formhubfar]

Chris is an incredible ambassador for Volvo.

[@barrymcbride]

I love the videos that Chris puts out there. Its amazing to watch and follow along to see the projects till the end.

[@kubota1100able]

I always enjoy watching letdig18 videos

[@diegolavigne1111]

I've been in love with machinery since the day I got introduced to it when I was only 4 🥺🥺 and boy I sure do love them like never before and watching these vids make me so happy and bring so much enjoyment into watching it, keep it up Chris we all love you and your videos.

[@oldjarhead1125]

Love it Chris. Keep on keeping on. Something about watching earth moving is enjoyable. Greetings from the Old Jarhead in WNC

[@stanleymartin1613]

Wow what a great video! That was pretty cool to learn more about the first channel that I subscribed to 😀. Thanks Volvo for sharing this content with us LD18 fans. That was neat stuff. I appreciate what you put into your videos Chris.

[@astonmartin2727]

This guy needs to be given Volvo Equipment for testing and feedback. Volvo will benefit alot from his experience for free. He is a champion at what he does and needs the recognition for it.

[@MichaelBrown-qn9hi]

He makes Volvo look like his projects, which is GREAT.