Behind the wheel of a 20 TON Military Dumptruck

Today I gave our 16 year old Daughter Taleah some driving lessons with our new 20 ton 8x6 Military dump truck.
We believe as parents, it is good to keep our children well rounded and capable of driving and operating equipment around the homestead.

[@Maxid1]

These are the good old days.

[@darreno9874]

Taleah and your other young ladies will do their future husbands proud. The little "oh" as Taleah jumped down was adorable. God bless you all.

[@UncaDave]

You go Taleah!!!! Trucker in the making! Great move Dad. Positive experience empowers!

[@jimthompson9992]

Really have missed seeing you and your family, young man. Glad to see you posting and....WOW! I am beyond impressed by how well Taleah did driving that monster! You've done an excellent job teaching her and all the young ladies.... you, sir, should be very proud of yourself. Her smile at the end said it all! Hope all is well for the rest of your family. Take care, be safe and God bless!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Jim! We are all doing very well. Hope you’ve been well!

[@KimWilliams-vz6sy]

Wow amazing guy teaching your girls to drive xx

[@billiegoodman4872]

Pretty sure my daddy would have preferred biggest truck ever in teaching me how to drive. I challenged his directives many times. Great to see you guys!!!!!!

[@deano.7533]

Taleah did a great job. I admire the fact that she remained cautious and didn't get too crazy her first time around. I also like the fact that she demonstrated that you only have to tell her something once, she remembers what you said, and then she applies what she just learned to her hands on lesson. Good stuff Taleah. To tell you the truth I can't even believe that Taleah's 16 years old already. How time flies when you're having fun. You know that 20 ton truck is doing a good job aerating the soil. Perhaps you should spread some seed now to fortify the grasses for your grazing stock this summer. You know Chad your family of 7 is testament to the fact that you know a thing or two about spreading your seed. Which reminds me... Congratulations to you, your wife, and your daughters, on the birth of your son. You must be so happy to have the extra shot of testosterone into the overall family dynamic. Take care friend. sincerely, Dean O. :-I

[@9252LIFE]

Lol thanks! We actually already frost seeded. Hopefully it’ll take off!

[@markransom08]

This is why I will always support your channel! My grandfather taught me how to drive our '49 REO when I was 12. Farm kids are raised on Look 👀 Listen 👂 & Learn ❤

[@9252LIFE]

Grandpa’s are the best!

[@happymark1805]

No she isnt a scary driver, she is carefull and that is a good thing, great job

[@TheMadManPlace]

That is A LOT OF TRUCK for such a PETITE YOUNG LADY... Well done !!!

[@sallyfrenette9643]

Great job Taleah!

[@sharonswisher7274]

Good job Taleah!

[@tammysarrazin-ux9tv]

so glad to see a video glad your all good hugsss

[@UncaDave]

I used to have an International dump truck with the Detroit 466. Great truck. When my boy was 5 I put him in my lap and he did a bit of the same, drove all over our field. You know every man living would love this under or on top, of his Christmas tree. What a monster! 4WD dump truck!!! And look, burning clean and clear. Must not be many hours on that mother. You will need to do a whole video on its specs, how you got it and teaching the girls how to maintain it. Great video! Taleah looks like a natural, not afraid of it at all! Talyne is next then the others!

[@9252LIFE]

We’ll probably do a complete video on it. It’s an 8x6 front axle selectable engagement. 6wd

[@UncaDave]

@@9252LIFE Oh my gosh! Hey it Sunday! A video on cooking those chicken would be pretty tasty! Hope little Hank is doing ok too.

[@TechOut]

The DT466 is not a Detroit diesel. It’s an International

[@user-or5fq2pe9t]

Great to have you back, missed your videos. Reminds me of when I taught my three girls how to drive our manual transmission pickup truck. They all put that skill to good use hauling their horses around the country something they still do today. Never got to visit you at your other place but know it well. Wife and daughter number 2 will be up their with her kids this weekend. They are just hoping the mosquito's aren't too bad yet.

[@9252LIFE]

Mosquitoes are coming on fast this year!

[@CamppattonFamilyCompound]

You are a GREAT dad!!! Next she gets to change a tire. 😁

[@9252LIFE]

They weigh around 600 lbs each! 😂

[@MarieBoeskool]

Wow good job grandma boeskool love you

[@9252LIFE]

Thanks grandma!

[@christinashawgo6510]

So proud of you my lady. Be strong.

[@roberto.peterson9917]

glad to see back posting videos can see CDL license coming in the future So Glad to see girls learning so much Off Grid and country living so many more opportunities to grow intellectually and skill

[@oldschoolrican]

Your girls did a good job! I wish I'd did this at 11 years old. I strongly suggest you have your girls watch DUEL (1971) they'll like it! 🎬

[@HuberRhonda]

Wonderful Job Young Lady!!!

[@charlesurrea1451]

With all that cab lining it really makes a difference in how loud that thing is.

[@9252LIFE]

For sure! I think we could put some dynomat on the floor and behind the dash it would make a huge difference

[@gskMO]

This is an awesome experience for her. If she can drive this she can drive anything!

[@stormmountain2521]

She did really good. Got a junior truck driver in the family

[@billiegoodman4872]

Yikes, yahoo and Hallelujah!great job!!

[@willscottrell6919]

Good to see you posting again.

[@christopherrudman4023]

Goood job young lady x nice to see you posting again have realy missed y'all

[@Blackopsmechanic338]

You must be very proud. Your children are blessed. Peace

[@9252LIFE]

Oh yes I am extremely proud of all these kids

[@AJfanboy1]

I have REALLY missed these videos. So glad to see a new one. Congratulations to all on the new family addition. By the way, I remember having days like in the latest picture of Hank. Too much to drink and it came back up. 😂 That was many years ago, though. Great job Taleah, driving that monster. If you can drive it, a little car should be no problem.

[@9252LIFE]

😂

[@ritamatthews2942]

Absolutely wonderful, God bless you and your family. Great to see you again 😀 👍

[@9252LIFE]

Nice to hear from you Rita!

[@Jammer.1]

Good job ! I learned like that in my grandpas gravel pit !

[@9252LIFE]

That’s good stuff!

[@jimmygraham5693]

Impressive job young lady.

[@david78840]

Blessings! Happy to see you are still making videos. Well, your daughter looks very happy driving the 20 -ton truck. Now you can haul tons of things. Well, enjoy and continue having fun. Until your next video. (David, Texas, USA)

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you David! Yesterday we hauled in gravel for our driveway. Fun stuff! Take care

[@tclodfelter8789]

I LOVE IT!!! Missed your videos!!

[@laruedouglas7972]

That is fantastic that you are teaching the girls a lot, plus with driving. She did a great job 😊. Driving a vehicle like that teaches them how to use the side mirrors, which a lot of people don't know how, awesome girl 😉.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you

[@georgebryan6019]

she is a good driver

[@paulstephenson783]

Impressive Taleah 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@sandratweedale2579]

That was amazing!

[@haroldwilkerson2026]

Glad to see you put up another video and that you're alive and well good job welcome back

[@9252LIFE]

Hey, thanks!

[@billyb.9878]

Man I'm glad you posted something. It's been awhile & I speaking for me have missed your content. Hope all is well and expecting a little more consistency. Again praying all is well.

[@patrickgilhooly8340]

Once again you and your daughters are doing fun things- thanks to their creative DAD. Love your videos. What a great learning curve your smart daughter has. WE here pray that the new addition and his Loving Mother are doing fine. Hey, another successful winter in the U. P. 👍🤞😎🥰

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you! Yes we are all doing very well. This winter was extremely mild and only had to plow the driveway once!

[@joannadavis1881]

Teaching them all these important skills and farming will ensure them in life to never have to depend on anyone. They have each other and a Great Mom and Dad. And that's ALL they need. Love watching them learn. 🥰❤️

[@NoneyaTexasontheback20]

Omg I love it 😍

[@Hangnail-vb1zz]

Cool video, well done Taleah. Great to see you guys again.

[@lisaogg6337]

Wow excellent, excellent job Taleah!! How fun that would be!! Take care and God Bless y'all always

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Lisa! Have a great day!

[@tomm2812]

Great job. From the 👍. Best

[@hkguitar1984]

Very cool, such a good skill to have (driving a 5-Ton). Love your area of the State, God Bless Your Family.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you! Oh and it is a 20 TON. M917

[@hkguitar1984]

@@9252LIFE You are so correct, my mistake. The 20-Ton 6x6 is a whole different beast. Years ago a friend purchased a used 5-Ton locally from Camp Grayling, such a deal. Yours looks completely restored, congrats on the purchase. If you really need to be somewhere and the weather's bad, well now, you've got it covered for sure. Peace and be safe, crazy times ahead.

[@9252LIFE]

@@hkguitar1984 8x6 yes. 😆 this would’ve been nice when we lived out in the old cabin!

[@hkguitar1984]

​@@9252LIFE Again, thank you for the correction. YES indeed, some of your commuting adventures were pretty crazy. Dealing with those conditions in that part of the State with the type of weather there, it's doable for a single guy, but far from ideal for a family team. You did right when you relocated.

[@MichaelR58]

Great job , thanks for sharing YAH bless !

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Michael! Hope you’ve been well!

[@tammysarrazin-ux9tv]

im so short that i would not be able to even get into that big truck lol hugssss

[@jasonmcgee3289]

Keep up the good work you are doing with your family mate 🙏🏻❤

[@NorthMissouriOutdoors]

Great that she learned at such a young age

[@user-ct2bt4yf4s]

Yall don't post often ......but when ya do.........WOW.........ha

[@user-kf9fv1qj9u]

Great video

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you

[@lisarobertson5164]

Good to see you all again. We've missed you !

[@simplelove513]

Hey you!!!! Good job Tylyn! I was hoping for a peak at Hank 🌷 Hoping everyone is doing great. Hi Naomi🌻

[@9252LIFE]

He’ll be in a video soon! For now you can see him on our community tab here on KZbin

[@simplelove513]

@@9252LIFE oh! Ok Thanks!

[@100fedup5]

What a beast!

[@dragonslayer19695]

I am Jealous, I'm 53 and never got to drive something that cool. You did very well handling that machine. Maybe Dad will let you go a little faster soon.

[@terryjohnson3100]

Way cool! My 13 year old is jealous.

[@Longtrailside]

I thought you all quit youtube. Really glad to see you posting. She did great driving. The end i think she missed a step or two getting out of the truck wooooops! 😁 Anywho happy to see you all doing well, and the homestead in full affect.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you! We took a long much needed vacation.

[@user-kf9fv1qj9u]

Great job driving young lady

[@desertdweller4951]

So enjoy watching your family channel. Great Dad.

[@maryranch5329]

Awesome job 😁👍💞

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you 🤗

[@madmex2k]

I was smiling along with her when she finished that obstacle course. Now she needs to learn the dump bed controls, and you can have her help build a new gravel road or something. Aweome to learn a skill like that at 16. Defintely a great skill to have for working in a farm/construction environment. I thought for sure she was gonna nail the camper thing. I taught myself how to drive tractors at 17-18 at a company I worked for, mostly by watching other heavy equipment operators. When a fork lift/tractor/dump truck operator got canned suddenly, I said I could drive the tractor. I got on, quickly figured out the gears, separate back wheel brake controls, box blade, front end loader attachments, and off I went. I was excited about it, no lie, because they had to give me a raise to be an equipment Operator. Center Pivot Cat Front End Loader was quite the beast to learn, but it was fun too, plus even more money on the check. In fact, at 17, my 1st date with my future wife, her mom didn't feel good, she was supposed to take us (3 teens) to a haunted house that night. She asked me if I could drive, I obviously said YES, but I had never driven a car on the actual road at all! She never asked if I had a license. I did not. KIDS: This is wrong, don't do it. Don't lie to your future mother in law.

[@9252LIFE]

We are getting some gravel soon to fix our driveway and we’d like to build a gun range. And that is a good way to slide into the business like you did. I did the same when I was a young pup and said I could fix dents in cars like a pro! 😆 luckily an older guy at the shop secretly showed me the way and I got good fast!

[@georgesebastian6306]

Patient teacher and eager pupils is a win-win situation!

[@scottmcfarland2149]

OUTSTANDING!!!! 🐾🙏🏻✌🏻

[@armidaperez5360]

❤ your teaching her how to drive that beast 😂 manual gears aren't to popular now days but once you learn it, its like riding a bike... Cheaper on gas theft detouren can't text while you drive😂

[@AB-so3jv]

wow, i loved the video!!! good job everyone!!!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you

[@kentuckybluegrassliving7718]

Good evening was great seeing yall hope your baby and mom doing good your daughter getting all grown up. Hope your doing well as well always keeping an eye on yall

[@9252LIFE]

Good evening! Baby and mom are doing great! We all are doing very good now. Thank you! Hope you’ve been well!

[@brucestmartin777]

That was fun🎉😊

[@wayneprest4874]

Welcome back. It's been too long!

[@darellsunderlin4670]

Nice job , the both of you 😊

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you!

[@laurelb1962]

THAT, looked like fun ❤

[@roycepruett5862]

Great seeing your video, have been missing you all out here in West Texas.

[@danielkarczewski2467]

Sweet everything in the "UP " is big eh

[@RadioJonesy]

Nice job both of you 🎉❤

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you 😄

[@RadioJonesy]

@@9252LIFE i hope life must be good for you and your lovely family god bless and cheers from Tasmania

[@9252LIFE]

@@RadioJonesy cheers!

[@cekfraun]

Good job, Taleah and dad! Very impressive. And I have missed seeing you guys, too!

[@judithkopchak2291]

Right there with her as she learned how to operate this vehicle. Great training for future. Dad is good instructor. Smiled as you passed by the camper with sweat on your brow. 😂

[@larryguy2930]

Wonderful job Taleah.....The return of ' Beauty and the Beast '...

[@damonwalker1719]

Very cool ❤❤❤❤it

[@johnritter1184]

Absolutely awesome!! You are such an amazing girl dad, and now boy dad lol, hopefully your daughters appreciate everything you do for them. Been following you since your trip to the UP absolutely love watching your videos. Hopefully one day I can cross the bridge and buy ya a coffee. Keep up the amazing work and videos.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you John! I love coffee!

[@sandyc6569]

Pretty dang brave if you ask me! Good job Taleah! WooT WooT 🚚🚚🚚

[@cathyjones3403]

Absolutely amazing young women on this homestead 👏👏👏👏👏

[@deniseellenburg649]

BEST DAD EVER!!!

[@FordDude66]

Teaching Taleah how to drive a military dump truck! You are the best Dad ever! Todd from da U.P.

[@patriciaherman6499]

Awesome job young lady. My Dad also taught me to drive a Semi and many years later it came in handy with hauling haylage and silage on our dairy farm and we taught our kids as well. Blessings to you and your family. 😊🇺🇲

[@jujube6650]

Great job!!!!!

[@randymiller1257]

Great job young lady ❤

[@neolexington]

Killing it! Nice job, I know adults that couldn't do that so smoothly.

[@spacesaverbob]

THIS! This is what KZbin is all about!

[@earlshannon1048]

Wow good to see you guys!!!! ❤

[@jodyreay733]

Oh I loved this video! When I was young my Dad had me drive the big bean truck on the farm!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@ajadrew]

Nice truck & well driven - had wondered what you lot had been up to!

[@BethS55]

Impressive ❤

[@raul0ca]

Good starter car

[@9252LIFE]

😂

[@mikenuyen4441]

What a great way to build confidence in driving. btw been wonderin where ya bin

[@rwolf1469]

Taleah handling the big rig like a pro,good work, Chad can you have the girls deliver 20 yards gravel?

[@9252LIFE]

😂 sure!

[@1944chevytruck]

YOUR BACK! YIPPPY!... GOOD JOB DRIVING TRUCK CONGRATS!

[@ronneglia2292]

Awesome! Great job Taleah!

[@andychristopher3887]

She did a great job teaching them young is good

[@user-so2ni3lq1x]

Back when ACAR made the Cadillac of trucks.