Bobcat T66. My honest review as a contractor.

[@PJ-sh2mi]

I actually am a test engineer at Bobcat and I am always looking for videos like this. I love to see what real customers are saying about the equipment I’m testing everyday. As far as your question about when the backup camera comes on, yes it is adjustable. Under the cab there is a roller switch that is mounted to your “sticks”. There are two screws you can loosen and adjust the switch as needed.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Nice, just the guy we’re looking for! I’ll deff get under there and see if I can get it adjusted. In the mean time, when will the flip up door retro fit kit be out for this machine? And could you possibly make that a recall option? Haha

[@crazypeaches1]

Did they fix the pivot pins on the bucket ?

[@akdoug6437]

Please, Mr. Test engineer. Get rid of the pull down safety bar. I run own an equipment rental company and had to go away from Bobcat because my fat customers far prefer the safety bars in our other CTL's.

[@madtater5948]

@@akdoug6437 glad to see you're always looking out for us fat guys

[@adamgustofson9010]

@@akdoug6437 well they actually made the damn safety bar narrower and tighter. our old s300 safety bar is wider and is more comfortable for a fat kid

[@timbradeen8459]

I'm a owner operator and have ran bobcats for the last 30 years. This is a good review. Bobcat I feel is starting to cut corners. As much as these machines cost they need to be bullet proof.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

100% agree

[@LDeezy662]

Literally every company in America has gotten that way too. Greed will be the thing that takes them all down because it has gotten out of control. I mean a new car payment now would have been a house payment not even 20 years ago

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I agree, Corparate greed using cheaper materials and lesser warranty’s will be the death of them all.

[@timbradeen8459]

@Burns Earthworks I'm a bobcat guy all the way. Im trying to decide do I buu that new T76 for nearly 100k or not. I think I'm going to give it another year to iron out the bugs in the wiring. I do believe Bobcat is a good solid company. They need to remember what machines got them to where they are today though.

[@HardKnocks101]

Just picked up my 2022 today. Wish I wouldva watched this before driving 600 miles (one way) to get my new (148 hour) machine…. Great video. Thanks for your time and effort

[@danielwade4009]

“I bet you never seen someone put their whole foot in a skid steer before.” 😂😂

[@BuiltbyBurns]

update: went outside and checked, foot still fits.

[@yousifmohamed4770]

Dude great review. I thought you were a huge KZbinr just based on the quality of the video. You deserve some more credit, it will come be grateful for what you have. New subscriber

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Thanks for the support!

[@brucejensen3533]

Agreed

[@mattstickel2512]

Long live the hand foot controls!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Amen brother! I love seeing peoples reactions when they see it!

[@jethroshanks1420]

Your knees must be good mate not working it hard enough lol

[@josiasmorales8664]

Love this review. Very honest and straight forward. Had a couple laughs too at your comments. A review with a sense of humor!

[@cn.trainbuff3352]

I’m a bobcat salesman, I don’t sit behind a desk…. Lol. I’m out in front of the customers just about everyday. Doing free demos in central Wisconsin. Nice video….. honesty at its best!!!!!! Great video .

[@BuiltbyBurns]

don't take my comment personally, my salesman Tim did a fantastic job I felt with me, but there were other salesman that i felt may have been more helpful filling the vending machine to put it nicely.

[@billslocum1223]

My salesman voted for biden.told them to give me a different one

[@tommybarnhart6023]

One of the funniest best reviews I've watched. @Bobcat you need to float guys like this some $ or at least complimentary time in your machines for real average operator reviews/input.

[@DieselRamcharger]

That makes them salesmen. Do you want honesty or advertisement under contract? Corporations dont just GIVE anything away. They want a pound of flesh for it. Its far better to retain your own value and NOT be a sell out.

[@kmiley2444]

Great review! as a bobcat dealership technician it’s great to here these kinds of reviews so us techs can help relay this information to engineering, thank you! For your back up camera: the camera activates once the computer detects two switches on the handle linkage are engaged (left side and right side), these two switches are adjustable and very easy to adjust so that you don’t have to pull back very far on both sticks for the camera to activate.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Thank you for the information I’ll get right on adjusting that.

[@kmiley2444]

@@BuiltbyBurns no problem, once the cab is in the air the two switches are easy to spot on the linkage, they are identical and I believe the wire color for the switches is blue.

[@tomstepnick3693]

Why do techs need to see these reviews? Every knock the video points out was true 50 years ago when they started building these machines. Nothing has changed, nothing new was pointed out that any common sense wouldn't tell you by just looking at the machine, yet all skid steers like this are dysfunctional machines. If just one manufacturer would build a machine for the operator and not the "engineers" who never actually used a machine (or ever actually worked a day in their life before college) they would not have any of these issues and put eventually put the rest out of business or confirm.

[@14moldyhamsandwich]

I will never buy one now after listening to this review. Once they address these issues , I will . Great review . Just bought the ditch witch stand on , monster of a machine . Looking for a cab skid now . Will hold off on the bobcat for now

[@JasSinghGrewal]

Great review from actual user. Valuable for someone looking to buy. Keep it up

[@BuiltbyBurns]

That was my whole intention of this video. thank you

[@outdoorswithlarryrobin]

Picked A Bobcat left over 2019 T650, and Love it 500 hrs on it and no issues, yes the front door sucks for sure. Just Subscribed, Great honest review, Take Care and Stay Safe 🚜🪵👍🏼🇺🇸

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I was actually looking for a t650 but was having a really hard time comming across one. That’s why I went with the t66, although I like my r series I have to say I think I would be more at home in the t650. 👍

[@ryanmcknight4580]

Awesome down to earth review. Great job!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Much appreciated!

[@shadow6958]

Top-notch commentary.... amazing review man love to hear all the bad!

[@jakeruchti1]

Probably the best review ive ever seen hope you do more 😂😂

[@fanningconstruction2050]

Haha I just tapped a planter with my weights and took a little chip out of it. Haha.. I was going to get a 21 bobcat, but took a 19 instead because of of the door, rear lights and a couple other little things... but I absolutely love my t595. Yes the bobcat emblem is awesome! Bobcats are aggressive kitty's, so it fits the machine well. Edit... I enjoy my pilot controls over sticks anyday.

[@timothyyoder1731]

That’s an Awesome Review!! First time I think I really watched an honest review! And I usually hate watching reviews but I loved this one!! Keep the videos coming!!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Thank you for the support. Like I said in the video I had a hard time finding a honest review out there about these new machines. Even though I talked a lot about what I hated about this machine it still meets all my needs.

[@fanningconstruction2050]

Also open your door and glow your plugs while your outside the loader.. You can take that code setting off when your running your machine often and use your door key. Put on your key chain.

[@ronsblack]

Hello I am on buying market, I need a advice Bobcat T770 or Takeuchi tl12 Which one you will recommend? Thanks

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Both are excellent proven machines. I’ve ran both quite a bit. For starters. I feel the bobcat is a bit easier to maintain due to the engine configuration, it also seems to have a more fancy cab if that’s your thing. The downside would probably be the door design if you plan on getting in and out a lot with the arms up a bit. Now the Takeuchi tl12 is a beast also, a bit less creature comforts in the cab as they take a more rugged approach, and the engine layout is a little bit harder to maintain compared to the bobcat. But that being said it’s a skidsteer. They all suck when it comes to being able to work on. Every manufacture out there crams all the can into a little steel frame. The door design on the Takeuchi although better in my opinion than bobcats is also alot heavier and I think rattles alot after some hrs on it. So it really comes down to a few little details if you ask me. The bobcat is more of a luxury model compared to the Takeuchi, but the Takeuchi in my mind is more of a rugged machine with less to worry about. As far as power I have not ran across anything either one of them can’t handle they are both large machines. The tl12 might even have a little more grunt than the bobcat actually. Hope this helps. If it were me, I’m leaning towards tl12. Not sure why, I may feel different about it tomorrow. Good luck.

[@ronsblack]

Thank you very much, I really appreciate it Maybe I should sleep with this and tomorrow I’ll know what to do

[@Kashaww]

They could’ve just made the back door way heavier and those guards thicker and ditched the counterweights. Those kind of seem like something that was added because the rear end wasn’t heavy enough in the first place.

[@stedder8436]

There are grease fittings on the quick attack on the sides that grease the quick attach pins. Changing attachments is always easier if you keep those greased

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Probably the #1 fitting people forget to grease!

[@justthings6405]

Hi, Maybe i missed a segment but what is your opinion on the 7 Pin Controller For Bobcat Loaders from Skidsteer Genious? I saw your review under their product page and that is how I came to your video...I am looking to control my 12v snowblower swivel chute with the factory bobcat cab stick controls..Thanks and I will await your knowledge on this controller..

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Hey buddy I’ve bought a few things from these guys in the past, can you do me a favor? Shoot me a link in the comments on what review you seen so I can narrow down exactly what it is your wanting to know about. Once I see it I’ll have a better idea on what direction to point you in. Thanks.

[@crazypeaches1]

Why did they make it so you have to open the cab to replace them battery? Impossible to do in a short ceiling shed in the winter.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I agree it’s not the best location. Some have said in the comments that they do it to keep battery theft down. I’m not sure of the real reason. Im sure somebody way smarter than me has a reason on here.

[@KMAD2828]

If you’re getting one to use for a homestead/some land clearing would you get this (T66, T76, or JCB TELESKID 3TS-8T)

[@BuiltbyBurns]

T76. The 66 would work but having a heavier and stronger machine would be a no brainer. I feel like for land clearing the single telescoping boom design would be a weak point on the jcb. But I have not ran one but a few times to be a good spokesperson for them. My vote goes to t76 if you can foot the bill. Takeuchi tl10/12 would be a great choice also. If found myself really liking their machines.

[@KMAD2828]

@@BuiltbyBurns thank you

[@mikef3655]

the counter weights cant you in put them inside ? looked like a lot of room

[@BuiltbyBurns]

My thoughts exactly

[@themountainraven]

Seat heater, hydraulic level glass location, and that door...basically the only real gripes....other than that excellent review. Thanks.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

🤙

[@tractorguy]

Great Review. I've had a S250 for years on our farm and run lots of neighbors numerous brands of machines and they all have their weakness's and strong points. What I've come to notice is my Bobcat rarely has any mechanical issues compared to the neighbors machines. I have around 3600 hours on it and it doesn"t use or leak any motor or hydraulic oil. Out of all the equipment on our farm, (and there's a lot of it) the Bobcat is my most reliable machine, and it gets used the hardest of any of the equipment. Just a FYI on the hydraulic oil fill tube design. I agree it sucks. I complained to my dealer about it too and he sold me a lid with a built in clear hose that screws onto my hydraulic oil 2.5 gallon jug so adding oil is a piece of cake now. I also use the same lid on my John deere and Kubota 2.5 gal jugs and it works perfect. I think the lid was $10 and worth every penny.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Awesome I’ll have to find one of those lids. Thanks for the info!

[@DieselRamcharger]

funny my bobcat has 3500 hours and every seal bushing and pin has been replaced twice already.....

[@elmarty4803]

I really appreciate the honest review!

[@thergamalbassas67]

i stg when i try to open the door and the bucket is a high and i need to load somthing on to my truck the door wont open i need a second person so i took it off

[@BuiltbyBurns]

one of the most annoying things about the machine honestly!

[@mick2798]

I was looking at the Cat 259D3 would you know if this was the comparable model to that? I want to price out a Bobcat too just trying to compare apples to apples

[@BuiltbyBurns]

We have a rental cat 259d3 at work right now and honestly is a pretty nice machine. The cab feels much smaller to me with different blind spots and the hand controls seem touchy, but other than that the power level seem to be about the same as the t66. If I were to buy again I would probably still stick with the bobcat but there’s not really a night and day difference in my eyes they both get the job done.

[@fadidebs7027]

I’m trying to change the bucket out for fork lift and a grapple bucket. Can you give me hints on what and how to change to different implements

[@iGROD305]

Finally a video coming from a user not sales man!!!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

dang right buddy!

[@Ramitnr]

What's up with that side mounted filter right above the engine?

[@MrJohndelay]

Hydraulic filter on the fan motor

[@tmach58]

So what if a hydraulic line breaks and your bucket is up and it starts on fire are you toast or does it come down automatically if there is no pressure?

[@mikebavoso26]

Before purchasing this bobcat, did you look at the JCB tele skid? it doesn't have any of these problems that you've surveyed.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Yea I did look at them, I just was not much of a fan honestly, although I think the telescope and side door entry is a great idea, I felt the machine I tested was just not my style. Also honestly I talked to some mechanics who worked on jcb in general and for the most part not many on them had good things to say about any of them. After hearing that I kind of just moved on to my other options. Like I said though I do like some of the features they have.

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Good review. I feel like my Deere 325G is easier to access and service but there are some things I see on your machine that are nicer as well

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Thank you buddy, it’s nice to hear that from a viewer with a larger following. I’m a big fan of the JD’s. I’m just a bigger fan of bobcat.

[@mikediaz6588]

How did they tint the side windows ? I have all mine tinted but the sides because of the cage

[@BuiltbyBurns]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5Kbq5RmapaWpNU Here you go my guy, I Made a quick how to video on removing the windows to have them tinted. It’s a diy process

[@mikediaz6588]

@@BuiltbyBurns thank bro I appreciate it!!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

It’s worth it man!

[@cat637d]

Great video, just subscribed, I hope you continue with project videos!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Thanks for the sub! I’ve got a ton of footage that needs edited and uploaded. Stick around there’s a lot more to come.

[@cat637d]

@@BuiltbyBurns 👍

[@premierlandworkspremierlan538]

Have the same door issue with newer case models. Want to rip the GD door off at times

[@BuiltbyBurns]

only way to fix the issue is if enough people complain about it I guess.

[@canadiansnowmobiledude1125]

How well does that machine multi-function? I’ve got a 2020 T770 and the reason i leaned towards it vs the T650/T76 was the multifunctional power. Also how does that machine float on the softer soils? I tried the T76 and it was a bit heavy for the 12 inch tracks that it came with..

[@BuiltbyBurns]

So my t66 comes in around 9k lbs. I have the wider tracks on this machine so it does fairly well floating on surfaces without tearing much up. As far as multi function my machine does not have two speed and I wish it did. For example if I was to start going up a hill while curling the bucket and lowering the boom at the same time the machine can easily lose power if your not careful. Now I’ve ran machines with two speed function and they seem to be able to do that same function with ease in the lower speed. Although it’s not a complete game changer when it does lose power doing multiple things at once it is somthing you have to expect only comming in at 74hp. Having the larger hp model or another gear ratio to keep from robbing the engine of power would probably solve my problem there. Hope this helps.

[@canadiansnowmobiledude1125]

Thanks for the reply! One last question, what’s the width of that machine with the wide tracks? Our T770 and S250 are 80 plus inches and we’re considering adding a narrower machine to the fleet for tighter jobs..

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@@canadiansnowmobiledude1125 running the wider tracks puts the machine at 70 1/2 in from outside track to outside track. But I run a 74in bucket making that the widest point of the machine. Usually I squeeze this machine into 6ft fences all day as long as I can lift the bucket up over it. Hope this helps. 👍

[@canadiansnowmobiledude1125]

Sure does! Thanks, happy new year!

[@johnyfpps]

Hello, great video. Can you help me out, I’m about to get a new t76, wide tracks, bobcat engine, backup camera reversing fan, auto level bucket, ride control enclose cab, power tach and set of forks with bucket, 2 speed for $79k. The only thing I found out is that the machine isn’t high flow. Is this a problem for me. I have a masonry business and some excavation as well, that’s why I’m planning to get this machine. Here is more info. P29 performance package C68 comfort package Is the high flow very necessary considering the work I do? What do you think about the cost? Your answers are appreciated. Thanks.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

to answer your question we will need to know more information, like what attachments will you be running? you don't necessarily need high Flow unless your running attachments that need it. for example I can run a 6ft brush hog on my t66 with standard Flow with ease and not over working the machine, but it would have a hard time running something like a muncher or planer. the t76 is a beast of a machine I've ran one, so I have a hard time thinking your going to be having an issue. other than that everything else that machine you have described looks like a top of the line unit with about every option other than high flow. price seems to be fairly reasonable too for that size machine.

[@johnyfpps]

@@BuiltbyBurns thanks for the reply. I don’t do any forestry or land clearing work, I will use the t76 to load trucks with the dirt left over from a excavation or patio or walls job. Move pallets of block, paver around the job site Spread gravel from one place to other place in the same job site. Move dirt from one place to another place in the same job. The attachments I will use will be forks, probably a beaker(most likely not because I will use my E55 for that) And probably an auger. I also forgot to mention that the salesman offer me one extra year of warranty so now it’s 3000 hours or 3 years. I’m tire of renting one and always rushing to return it so I don’t pay the extra day or things like that. It also has a sound reduced cab, Heather air operator seat Bluetooth 17,7 inches tracks Automatic ride control Premium led light Rear view camera Touchscreen Some more stuff. Thanks again

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@@johnyfpps the t76 should do all that and more than you just described. I do all those things with my t66 with no issues. 👍

[@johnyfpps]

@@BuiltbyBurns thanks so much for your opinion and knowledge. Hoping you spend some time in my business Instagram and hear your opinions on the work I do. I’m always happy to hear from the people that know about the business. I love excavation too.

[@jeffhall768]

High flow is only needed for certain attachments like mulchers and such. If you just have a bucket, forks or maybe a grapple and a normal brush mower, you'd never use the high flow even if you had it. Standard flow will work for 99% of what people use these things for.

[@craigroske9196]

Pertaining to the camera coming on late or at full stick, does your backup alarm also not come on until full stick? They should be activated by the same switches and those switches may need to be adjusted under the cab.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

That’s what I would of thought also but the backup camera and the alarm come on at different times.

[@tlk50970]

Good review. Hopefully you’ve realized you can start it without waiting for the computer to boot up and put in your code. You can turn on A/C and use bobtach without putting in the code. The loud noise from the interior computer is so annoying. Having the door not able to open is my other big complaint. Other than those couple things, it’s a great machine.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

How do you start your machine without putting the code in? I’ve had no such luck finding that feature.

[@avenheavner108]

Beast video and thanks for making it brother!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Thanks dude. 🍻

[@brandonthies9590]

after running these vs the JD skids i prefer to run the JD's now. they just feel more polished overall. the joysticks feel much more natural, personal preference i know xD. anything beats a shovel though.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Jd makes a good machine these days that’s for sure. My only problem with them is in my area they seem to be way over priced compared to the other machines at this hp level. Could be the dealer I’m not sure I only priced one. But after I got my quote I quickly moved on to the next brand.

[@brandonthies9590]

@@BuiltbyBurns thats understandable lol, i think a new 317g with options here is around 54k, and a 325g is around 65k. i never got an official quote but thats what others have told me. i drive a 317g for work (we lease all our machines) and its a great little grading machine for 61 hp.

[@Elswick17]

@@BuiltbyBurns what were you quoted? I got a loaded 325g for 57 a few months ago. So far, my favorite machine.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@@Elswick17 I got my t66 for 53k out the door. When I told jd what bobcat offered me they told me they couldent even come close to that number. So I moved on. I’m extremely happy with my purchase regardless.

[@dunavungoeckner6495]

Would you compare the performance to a T595??

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Honesty t650 is the only one I’ve ran that is close to this machine. I also feel if we’re to choose between t66 and t650, I would go with the t650. It’s a proven machine and works well. Maybe someone else here in the comments can compare the two for you.

[@michaelpungitore7292]

Just got one priced out same set up with all the options and coming in at $80k. What did you pay roughly?

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Before trade in and discounts mine was 74k out the door with a $1900 60mo 2000 hr warranty

[@alexhughes2401]

Good review, I do find that some of these things are operator perspective. You can lift the arms for easier access to certain things. And being an operator myself we don’t have issues with our quality of metal because we are going around and hitting things on our sites we slow it down a notch and all our equipment is in great shape. I see way to many guys going balls out hitting things and like you said profit is gone. All around great review as we are looking at getting T66 to compete with our Deere 325

[@Tinfoilhat311]

Looking for a trac unit now for my 126 acre "hobby" ranch. Going to cut in some new trails, new perimeter fence, extend a few pastures, etc. Used a t680 for a while and loved it. Do not want def but I need a large machine. Going to buy new because i just dont want a beat up used machine. Lot of good equipment out there. My point is this is a much harder decision to make than I anticipated. A t86 with all the attatchments I want is around 225k. So not a cheap undertaking. Great honest assessment. Leaning Bobcat but I like the 333g Deere too. Any opinion on that?

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I’ve got a friend with a 333 and he loves it. I’ve ran it a few times and there’s things I do like about it but I’m just not a Deere guy personally. I think they are overpriced. Over the years I’ve became a pretty big Takeuchi fan. Their tl12s are beast and very reliable. Honestly all the brand machines these days are pretty good. No matter when you end up going with there’s always going to be things about it you do and don’t like. There’s nothing that I’ve ran out there that I’ve not found an issue with.

[@Tinfoilhat311]

@BuiltbyBurns I live in hill country about 2 hrs from San Antonio, so good support for most makes. I'm going to go look at a Takeuchi Monday. Heard good things about it too. I did find a 333g with a dozer blade and standard bucket for 124k. I thought that was a good deal. Got to travel to get it. I guess it comes down to availability. I'll find out Monday. I'm ready to pull the trigger. And yes, I have a note from my wife. 😆

[@Tinfoilhat311]

@BuiltbyBurns Well, after careful consideration to determine what I need vs. want. I bought a loaded 2023 t66. I already have a bobcat mini excavator and an s185 skid steer. My buddy talked me out of a Def unit. He will cut my trails with a dozer, and I will be able to maintain them with the t66. Saved a ton of money that can be used for attachments. Happy with the decision, for sure. Thanks for your advice!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@BigKev311 I think you will be happy with your purchase. Having multiple attachments is a game changer. I feel like I have to collect them all myself. Good luck!

[@pjs5191]

Just found your channel today. Nice video with some very strong points. Interested to see it in the dirt working!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I have a bunch of footage that just needs edited and uploaded. Stay tuned.

[@iw3508]

For my bobcat t66 the headphone jack/ usb port area is not inserted in the cab very well to the point were sometimes ill get in and it just fell out and I gotta push it back into its spot. not my favorite thing,

[@DHexcavation]

what's kind of fuel consumption do you with the T66?

[@BuiltbyBurns]

It’s not terrible. Has a decent size tank on it. I can run it all day no problem wide open. I will say mine not having 2 speed probably causes it to burn more than one that has the option.

[@jamesgang94591]

To clean your floor you have a 3x6 rubber grommet you can pop out and hose out the floor.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

thanks I didn't see those in there!

[@ThriftyGarage]

Door design on the T66 is better than on the T650. You can actually open up the door when the bucket is up a few inches. But on the T650 if the bucket was even slightly curled downward you couldn't open the door.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I donno man, I’ve ran a t770 quite a bit and I don’t really feel like either one of them designs are worth a shit honestly.

[@grantbetts6564]

I'm a tow truck operator and I deliver alot of these to job sites. I have got to run them as well. I think there under power. Trying to pick up dirt and moving it, it lags down and you gotta slow down moving to regain power. It's kinda annoying

[@ktmsxstud]

All of that power lag goes away once the tracks loosen up and break in or if you loosen them up they come way too tight from the factory That's where all the power goes when they are brand new

[@BuiltbyBurns]

May be somthing with your machine mine seems to have plenty of power. Only time it bogs is when I push it to the limit.

[@billywray4524]

i bought a brand new r-66 and gave it back to them. i am 71 years old and have run bobcats over 40 years and have never given a machine back to them. The main reason was that they went to electronic hydraulics and dumped the linkage hydraulics. grading is a nightmare with this r-series. They also put these huge foot controls in it if you run foot controls like i do. i even tried pilot controls and the hydraulics were still a nightmare. you never know what you will get when you try and run the pedals. The last thing is they removed 6" off the back to make it easier to get to thos hydraulic lines and the tracks throw all the dirt over the side of the machine. Terrible machine and i owned 4 t-190's that imo was the best track macine they ever made.They are still making the 450 and 595 with the linkage hydraulics which i got instead. the only think i liked about the 66 was the motoe had a bit more power than my t-590 and uses a bit less fuel. I have no idea why bobcat did not test the r-series before putting it into production. i feel sorry for anyone that buys this machine unless there is a way to go back to linkage hydraulics.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Although I completely understand where your comming from with the sensitivity of the controls. I’ve found that the more I operate the Machine the more I find myself getting proficient in using it. Just like everything else in life it just takes a bit of practice.

[@SuperdutySupermanFjb]

I have a brand new Bobcat s570 and that door issue is very annoying. But overall my machine has every bell and whistle and having air conditioning and heater and a radio and hydraulic quick attach for quick bucket change my bobcat is a dream and does any job easy and fast and can lift 2000 lbs. I love Bobcat!!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I stand by my machine, I still love this bobcat.

[@SuperdutySupermanFjb]

@@BuiltbyBurns The best thing about bobcat is they have great service and repair for all of their machines.

[@DirtdoctoRN]

Great review. Actually looking at buying one of these with joysticks. Got it priced @ $66k. Running a S550 now. Where are you out of?

[@BuiltbyBurns]

This machine was picked up through a Missouri dealer.

[@wymershandymanservice9965]

I owned Bobcats for years. But when all the companies started adding doors that actually interfere with the safe operation of these units I went with Volvo and the side door option. Liked it immensely. Have since replaced the Volvo with a JCB which is basically the same as the Volvo. Nothing against Bobcat or the other units but I seen a skid steer roll over driver trapped inside the cab for a considerable amount of time because door was in a position that didn’t allow it to open. In my 40 years of skid steer work I’ve never upset one but on the chance one of my operators or I did the thought of being trapped helped me make my decision. Enjoyed your content. 👍 🇺🇸🦅🌏⚓️🇺🇸

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Thank you for the comment. How you like that jcb. I looked real hard at them.

[@callummcleod6362]

That's why they have the quick release inside for the glass

[@juansicairos8067]

Kubota SL 75-2 or the T66 ?

[@BuiltbyBurns]

T650 to be honest.

[@tmach58]

Is it a high flow

[@BuiltbyBurns]

This model is not.

[@Baldcurious]

Does it finaly have pilot controls ?

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Yes they do

[@jasondaugherty6796]

Have You have any problems with with back up camera not working

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I’ve seen a lot of complaints about them being intermittent. Personally my machine has had no issues.

[@claytonswick1521]

How’d you get the code to come up right away? Got a T76 at work and it does exactly what you said about the code taking forever to come up when you go to start it

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I had turned the machine off and then right back on again for the video. That’s the only reason it came on so quickly. But it seems if the machine sits for a period of time I have to sit and wait like everybody else to get the screen to come on. There’s settings you can adjust to get iw to come on a little faster and not have to put the code in right away but even with those all adjusted it still takes quite a long time unfortunately.

[@DustyWhite-ty2vp]

Great content 😂😂 I’m looking into buying one myself

[@davestinson5691]

Omg we have a 76. An God help it rides soooo ruff. Other than that, small seat,an tiny step I like it. Man i so agree w a lot of what u said here. Esp the phone falling out part. 289d is my fav

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Ive never been a big CAT guy myself, not sure why I just don't like them as much as other brand machines.

[@colecurtis7918]

What percent tint do you have on windows?

[@zacd7094]

Do you have your CDL? I want to get into side work but don’t have mine. Is 70k out the door accurate?

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Cdl? Yes I have my cdl but you do not need one to haul a skidsteer on the correct truck and trailer.

[@brendankertz7877]

I work at ERB off Gravois in Fenton. Curious if you gave us a chance? After watching your review I feel like you’ve would have been happy with the deer as well. Great review, please give Erb a chance at a Mimi excavator when you need one. 👍🏻

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Shoot me an email at my business email [e-mail]. I’m in the market for a 30 ish hp machine, cab or no cab. With thumb. Thanks

[@chevyforddodge4x4]

Nice Bobcat ! The guys down at fairview heights il. have always been very nice to me and great getting parts for my 463 Bobcat !!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

They been treating our family business good for years👍

[@gregparker5461]

Great review!!! Thank you! I’m glad to see another Dinosaur operator. I have ran one since ‘98. I thought I would have to go with joystick and learn to run all over again. One thing I seen on the dealer lot was inside the track and under carriage I could see drive line/lines. If cleaning out mud don’t get it the #4 rocks will. I don’t want to, even though I bring it home ever night, I don’t want to deal with pressure washer and the sludge aftermath. Back in the day when they had machines on the lot with both old and new model side by side behind the track clearance is lower. Many times of the year I feel I need a periscope. Thanks for your honest review and was entertaining

[@BuiltbyBurns]

thank you for the support, some say honestly is the road to poverty but that's just the way I was raised.

[@justinswanson5655]

Yup... that phone holder is annoying. I have a T76 and the only way to keep my phone in there is to spread the elastic straps so it holds my phone in with half of it hanging out. My other complaint is under the cab there is a piece of angle iron for the battery holder that sticks up and the cab bangs on it when tracking on concrete and it's annoying to me so I had to put some rubber between it and the cab. Problem solved. Overall I LOVE the machine!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

my door recently started rattling more than usual. I think the latch is out alignment. its driving me crazy also. overall though im more than happy with this machine.

[@dapymp17]

Any thoughts on the t76??

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Bout the same as the t66 as far as layout. It’s a lot bigger of a machine though. I’ve ran a few at work here and there and it’s pretty powerful compared to the 66. Only reason I went with the t66 is because of size. I can get my machine into tighter spots than the 76. If that was not an issue than I would have most certainly went with the bigger unit. So In other words t76 is a bigger badder machine than the t66. But size has its limitations depending on type of work.

[@Dc-hj5ns]

Caterpillar door is the damn same! Drives me nuts!!!

[@BuiltbyBurns]

you would think they would come up with something better by now!

[@bohenderson811]

It is but you could always take it off.

[@sthdz2932]

I have a 2023 t76 and the fixed most of those little problems!

[@Asyll.]

Got a 2021 T66 about 3 months ago everything is the same as yours except I have the joysticks and the camera is pretty sensitive on the joysticks comes on right away

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I ordered the joystick machine but it was sold before I did the paperwork. Worked out in my favor though because this machine I have has more bells and whistles for the same price.

[@kevinj8431]

How much did you all pay for it?

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@@kevinj8431 out the door after everything I was around 52k I believe.

[@Asyll.]

@@kevinj8431 Was 82k

[@chivalry4505]

Lol. Great video..funny but serious. Man you make the engineers job easy..I’m not even an engineer and could of redesigned and fabricated all your suggestions just off of your info in a day or two, even the battery location you mentioned I think is a good idea and probably is doable.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I think engineers should have to do min one year of operating and one year of field mechanics before they are allowed to design a machine. Regardless of how good they would be at it, they would atleast get to see what does and does not work in the field like it does on paper. I guarantee you if you had the engineer replace that hydraulic sight glass in the mud on a job site he would design a fix for it by the weekend!

[@LimBo3500]

Maybe battery lifetime is longer if it is not in the extremity of the back, where it will bounce around a lot more than in the CoG under the driver. Not everything is "space/accessibility" related in engineering decisions, unfortunately.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Skidsteers have had the battery in the rear since the early 90s. Across all manufacturers. Takeuchi makes a sweet access panel in the rear just for the battery. I’m thinking doosan just dropped the ball on this one.

[@timwarzecha6415]

Why don’t they thicken up the rear door metal enough to add enough weight so you can get rid of the counter weights. Since that’s the farthest back it would have the longest arm Hey I’m no engineer but that make sense to me

[@BuiltbyBurns]

My thoughts exactly!

[@MrNeutross]

From watching Andrew Camarata, it feels like Bobcat is the home owner brand of skid steers

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I love Andrew camarata's channel, he's one of my favorite you tubers. Bobcat is very widely used in the construction industry. But they do make a good machine to be used around the farm or homestead.

[@MrNeutross]

@@BuiltbyBurns he's among my favorites too. Really wish I can buy som property soon and start collecting machinery. Saw a good deal on a Case cx50 but it's kinda hard to park it in my apartment 😅

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@@MrNeutross it takes time and hard work. but that being said there's nothing more satisfying then looking around after awhile and seeing what all you have accomplished and collected.

[@thewhiteknight02]

We got a 2021 New Holland c327. Super nice. 10” iPad looking screen and all the time camera.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Make a video 👍

[@dgb5820]

Great review

[@BuiltbyBurns]

thanks for the support!

[@bobbyp641]

We have the same machine we got all hand controls and love it (small construction company) but it’s awesome.

[@ZR1Terror]

What kind of work do you do?

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Mostly property maintenance, driveways, ditches etc. I also do alot of landscaping but I’m picky on the jobs I will do being im a one man show.

[@ZR1Terror]

@@BuiltbyBurns I’d like to do what you do. I have a plumbing company with 3 employees but I’m burned out. I have a Kubota mini excavator and I’m interested in adding a skid steer or CTL to be a one man company.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

It’s nice not having to deal with anybodys bs. But I often find myself in a bind and needing one other person somtimes. There’s plus and minus to both. It’s pretty rewarding getting to keep all the profit though and not having to deal with payroll. Skidsteers are a life saver. There’s not really any attachments they don’t make for them. I’m in the market for a mini excavator. Just have not pulled the trigger yet.

[@tonyyates2012]

Them giving you a good deal when you purchase, usually they'll take your britches on replacement parts and servicing.

[@gtcam723]

I’m an amateur just thinking about buying a used unit for personal use and trying to decide what to get.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

If your looking for around 74hp. Go with a t650/t590. That’s my opinion. Good solid well proven units.

[@gtcam723]

@@BuiltbyBurns appreciate that. And yeah, the 74hp area is about where I think I want to be. And about 74” of bucket width. I’ve been using a 450 for the last few days. And yeah, it’s just a little small. But only a little.

[@robertspencer2402]

I've been wanting to run one of these. I work at a sod farm, I have for 10+ years, I'm a foreman on one of the crews, there's a few crews, I'm also the main mechanic, & since we're seasonal, I stay on all year to service equipment, which there's alot of, but we run 8 or 9 bobcat t590's, bought all new, & I used to like them but my main complaint is the main drive hoses that run to each drive hub, & the stupid drive belt setup. They work perfect until 1000 plus hours. Then the belt & pulley comes off, usually brakes the bolt. & We run 2 per crew, one to haul in pallets of sod on jobs, & one constantly runs a 5 & 6ft Rockhound cage, & it doesn't help the drive hoses, it's constant break downs with lines, & belts, & other things. We've been with bobcat for years, but it's unbelievable that when they reach 4000 hours they seem to fall apart. & It's rough on me being a foreman, plus fixing them. Don't get me wrong I love bobcat, but when you've got 2 down, waiting on parts one in the shop, you fix 2 drive hoses on one, & 2 more blow it gets old, we check fluids, grease daily, sometimes twice a day, there very well taken care off. We've tried case, Kubota, cat, & few others. I love the cat for the simple fact of serviceability, & visibility. & I tilted the cab & everything's so easy to get to, on bobcat, changing a drive hose, it's almost impossible to do without popping the track off. We grade new construction, new homes, pretty tight spots, & the visibility was great. But we just got in a t66 we're gonna demo & I'm anxious to see how it is compared to the t590's & the cat.

[@DieselRamcharger]

Bobcats are just junk. They are rental machines. Made to last 1500 hour and no more. They are also owned by a Chinese Company now. Doosan.

[@rightgrade]

I just wished that they would have sealed the inside a little better, it collects so much dirt and if you leave that dirt in there and you get a good rain you've got a lake in the bottom of your pan because of that dirt clogged all your drain ports so you have to clean that up before it rains or your battery's underwater you have a lot of sloshing going around underneath there other than that I think the sight glass for the hydraulic is bad and the dadgum door seal.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I have not really had that big of an issue with the dirt, although I service mine pretty much daily. I have a little old when it comes to my equipment some would say lol.

[@FreeBladez]

The issues you addressed make me so much happier I went with a SVL-75. Although bobcat has been doing for so long doesn’t mean they’re doing it right.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

im not going to argue that Kubota has features that I like more than bobcat, but the experience I had with them ( Kubota) when I was searching for a machine was lets say not so good. I've never met a salesman that didn't want to sell a machine before like this guy. so it put a bad taste in my mouth. when I bought my bobcat the salesman Brought it to my shop and dropped it off before I even did any paperwork. not to mention they are half the distance to a local dealer for me compared to Kubota and I also have the field mechanics personal number. bobcat just did me right on price and treated me like family. that meant a lot to me when purchasing such a expensive piece of Equipment. so ill sacrifice a few features for a better dealer experience, because I don't care what anybody says, these machines will require servicing at some point I don't care what the brand is.

[@FreeBladez]

@@BuiltbyBurns that’s fair. The same experience you mentioned happened to me with the kubota. So I totally get the dealer experience. They’re machines eventually they all break

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@@FreeBladez I own a kubota L3901 tractor and a zd1211 72 in diesel mower. So I’m a big fan of kubota, but unfortunately this dealer does not sell heavy equipment or they may have had a sale!

[@jwbbud]

Right I’m glad I went with the Takeuchi tl12

[@dirtmoney8740]

@@FreeBladez same thing happened to me, I walked out of the establishment at how bad sales was.

[@homeroquinonez5178]

Have a t650 looking to get a new one are the new ones better ?

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I’m really enjoying this t66. It’s pretty much the exact same machine as the t650, just the newer version. If your use to a t650 then the t66 would be the machine your looking for as a replacement. I love mine.

[@homeroquinonez5178]

@@BuiltbyBurns thanks for the info😉

[@lennyjaisingh]

just press the camera button when you are operating it stays on for me

[@tobiasaidanbarnes526]

Great review my cat 299d3 has no storage space in it at all

[@BuiltbyBurns]

honestly not having a place to store things may keep it clean and organized. could be a benefit!

[@tobiasaidanbarnes526]

@@BuiltbyBurns my floor is full of wrenches and I have to hold my lunchbox with my legs

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@@tobiasaidanbarnes526 living in that thing my dude? lol

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@@tobiasaidanbarnes526 I learned a long time ago that rule number one was never separate yourself from your lunchbox.

[@JLHskids]

What tint are u running and did u pull out the windows to install I have a s66 and was looking into installing tint but scared to pull the windows lol

[@BuiltbyBurns]

35%. yes I pulled the windows out to have them tinted. the only window not tinted is the top one on the machine. we could not get it out due to the sealant the factory used. I did not want to take a chance of it leaking so we just left it untinted. I highly recommend for the summertime!

[@JLHskids]

@@BuiltbyBurns thanks for the reply ...did u have to up all the Interior to remove the windows? Can u do a video explaining the process I really want this on mine I'm from McAllen tx and man is 93 A 7am every day down here 105 is average heat lol

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@@JLHskids absolutely I can do that that’s what this channel is for. Give me a week or two to get some stuff done and I’ll get right on the process. It’s really not as hard as you would think.

[@JLHskids]

@@BuiltbyBurns thanks man really appreciate it

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@@JLHskids kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5Kbq5RmapaWpNU Here you go buddy. take your time and use your head. Its worth It!

[@richardmccay7943]

Looks like pos me. Kubota absolutely smokes that thing . The front door sucks the back door sucks the hydraulic sight glass is very stupid . The beeper plum insane .

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I take it your not a fan of bobcat. check lol

[@richardmccay7943]

@@BuiltbyBurns well just not that one . I like bobcat in general

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@@richardmccay7943 ive had it for awhile now and I will say, I'm still enjoying it.

[@richardmccay7943]

@@BuiltbyBurns that’s all that matters . You the one paid for it . I just have tried them all and for me Kubota wins

[@blackdogexcavator21]

Great review. To answer your question about the horsepower of the Takeuchi, the TL8 is 74 hp. Comparable machines except the TL8 is heavier I think. Mine weighs 9180 lbs with the tooth bucket on it. BTW, I bought the TL8 because of the roll up door.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Thanks, I do wish I had a different door option. It’s quite annoying and I have to plan ahead if I’m going to be getting out of the machine. I always liked the Takeuchi. But due to “COVID” there’s hardly any available for purchase around here.

[@batterpm11]

My TL8 is a tank, and rides like one too. But that door, love that door.

[@blackdogexcavator21]

@@batterpm11 I agree. The sliding door on the TL8 was the deciding factor for me. I love Bobcat machines but I couldn't deal with the swinging door on it. I do love the ol Coochie though.

[@batterpm11]

@@blackdogexcavator21 I ran my buddies t740 the other day, sometimes I think some of those little luxury things would be nice. But I’m the same love the take a coochie

[@BuiltbyBurns]

@@batterpm11 any issues with the tracks comming off on your machine? We have two tl12 at a job site and we have lost tracks on both machines multiple times. Ones new ones older. It’s kind of concerning.

[@SA-cm9wp]

Bobcat could have made the rear door out of much thicker/heavier steel and eliminated the rear weights.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

agreed.

[@trentmoore6596]

I agree. We took our door off. Not ideal but so much easier to get in and out.

[@BuiltbyBurns]

I find myself doing the same thing on some jobs. Bobcat needs to address the issue.

[@davideparise]

Man this video's awesome, I came across it and just ended up watching it😂

[@BuiltbyBurns]

thanks for the support buddy, cheers

[@Olliegunns]

Good review, I agree, more actual users should do reviews of kit. Plenty do it with cars why not machines, Ive done a few videos on the kit I run myself for the same reason. You've gained another subscriber, keep it up

[@BuiltbyBurns]

Thanks buddy. I’ll check out your videos as well. 🍻

[@MrJeroenskie]

I work as a mechanic at a bobcat dealer. And we get a lot of same questions like youre comments🤣

[@BuiltbyBurns]

so when's the flip up door coming out?