Checking Out An Old Tractor Backhoe Worth $600?

[@tractormatt4301]

Chris, to be honest I think free might be even too expensive for this thing. Good for parts, but I don’t think it could be saved from being scrapped. By the time you price out rear rims, possibly tires, hoses that need replaced, plus the time to winch it on a trailer, motor condition, transmission, etc.

[@M.TTT.]

yeah, sadly people don't realize that usually.

[@daleyingling4868]

Many guys do it as a way to save the technology of yesteryear. Yes, it might cost more than it's worth for some, but definitely worth it for others.

[@tractormatt4301]

@@daleyingling4868 the thing is there are fully running and functioning case machines out there for $1500-$2500.

[@dave-uf8ir]

Good move Chris walk away cheers 🥂 😊

[@samvalentine3206]

They can't all be runners - could tell from the length of the video that it was probably going to be a pass. I don't blame the owner for wanting to get all he can, but that machine looks a bit too long in the tooth - probably needs an engine rebuild. Really appreciate your enthusiasm for the location and the drone shots - another reason I love your channel. They are rich with varied content and some context that brings us along and enriches our minds. Thank you, Chris!

[@SaveAmerica-TRUMP2024]

I think after somebody puts $2,000 into it they would have a really sweet $1000 tractor... 🙂

[@JohnKenIRB233]

I’m thinking $5000 in for a $500 tractor that will rust forever. Rust in flooded equipment and wire is a never ending problem!

[@3sparewashers-lg3gf]

Might not make the worst parts machine though. No major tin damage, pins all look tight, rads good, pump is probably OK too.

[@peglegtoo]

what a property. wow. and great night time bridge drone shots at the end. thanks for bringing us along.

[@Snowmannorth]

Beautiful drone work over the river and the night views, Chris!

[@giovannicintolo89]

model 32 is the loader/hoe I believe. The tractor would be a 430, 530, etc. I had an early 60's 530 which was a bit bigger than that. Looks like the same 2.6 4 cylinder gas engine. My loader had a separate tag with a different model as well. Those case tractors that came with the hoe/loader all in one setup typically did not have a pto. They basically built a backhoe off of a farm tractor and did away with the 3 point and pto. Removing the hoe/loader attachment is no small feat. Pretty sure it's a sleeved engine, but realistically that machine is worth scrap value minus transport cost.

[@kapekodbob]

Perfect Flex Seal boat !

[@benjaminsmith5811]

Chris I have to say i enjoy pretty much all your videos on all 3 of your channels. Thank you again

[@NNKH2]

Awesome to hear that and can't thank you enough to tuning into all three

[@EasyThereBigFella]

I would cry when after expending all that time and money refurbishing the home when the next flood comes. Wish the owner good luck! 🤞

[@tomhgeary]

Seriously. Especially a flood up to the top of the first floor. That property should not be built on, period.

[@WingmanJohnny]

Total bummer. Well you tried. Great job

[@jimprovax6846]

Smart move on passing to rebuild the loader. Spectacular drone night footage.

[@CPthetooladdict]

You are a soldier for even trying something so crappie kuddus to you chris you are definitely a person with a exceptional amount of intestinal fortitude and creativity!!

[@bradarcher3863]

Love both your channels man, great work. The diversity and sometimes just beautiful scenery makes what you do different from the rest and unique, but sure do enjoy the road trips. Happy holidays, have a good one.

[@mrclaus859]

Thanks Chris

[@bernicemcclendon574]

Last time the Delaware River folded was in 2006 17 years ago

[@mainstreetcamden]

folded?

[@PaulieWalnutss]

Chris The model 32 was made from 1960-67 FYI Cheers!😊

[@bryansmith3739]

Easton has their peace candle up every year at Christmas time, it's beautiful to see my home town

[@davidmccreight8771]

Thanks!

[@NNKH2]

Thanks so much!

[@skeelo69]

Gus n Turbo...best pets on KZbin ❤❤❤

[@skeelo69]

What was that Dionne Warwick song called....oh yeah......Walk on by.....😂😂😂😂😂

[@DavHill77]

You could do at least $1000 just on hydraulic pipes, let alone the engine work and a possible a cylinder reburb. Chris, so right to walk (run) away 😊

[@craigmclean8260]

Yep; probably wise to pass on that one...The boat, however, could be fun, esp. if you could find an old "Ted Williams" (Sears-branded West Bend, IIRC) outboard! Nice drone shots of the town all lit up w/ holiday lights...Good also to see Mr. Turbo and the Gus-Man out and about!

[@Supertech-86]

I've had a couple Sears boats, always were a sturdy craft.

[@jeffbyrd7976]

Case 530 TC. The tractor is actually a david brown fork lift base. First rubber tired backhoe loader made by case.

[@DaneluRepairs]

Hi Chris. At 6:35, those insects get in there because bachelite cap have a tiny hole(~2 mm diameter). You also can see in video, is oriented right to you.

[@NNKH2]

Oh okay thanks. I didn't realize that

[@DaneluRepairs]

@@NNKH2 🥰 you reply me, happy day 😊 No problem Chris, we all have a little thing that escape our attention, happend also to me. I also got find a few days ago that "thing" when i repair a Bluetooth speaker, video is not online for now. Also, I'm from Romania (Europe) and really appreciate yours skills and hard work you do. Also, Jen is a really fine woman, and happy for your kid. Sending warm greetings 🥰

[@colmart1973]

Chris as good as you are this one was too far gone, good decision to leave it, loved the drone work as always👍🇮🇪

[@michaelabrams1244]

I'm in Texas and I really love seeing the beauty of other parts of America. What a gorgeous night that was. Thanks for sharing! And you know, you really should quit making Gus and Turbo work so hard. 😉

[@oldschoolbassman4590]

I would charge 100 bucks to remove it from the property 😂

[@williamward7707]

Thanks for taking us along..Also a lot of great comments on this video that I agree with.

[@kathyruuska7941]

Jen would have that running by noon tomorrow.

[@timothyhill4630]

It’s never a “flopper” when you post a new video.

[@gonehometoacadia3139]

Every time we get a big hurricane down here somebody revives one of these old backhoes to clean up downed trees and ends up getting themselves crushed when a tree trunk rolls down the loader arms or backhoe boom into the operator's seat. You have to really know what you're doing and not get complacent to work one of those things.

[@heartland96a]

That Case has the self leveling system for the bucket , it’s that short cylinder on the right side near the controls , still yes if not operated properly you could get hurt

[@bmwpete65s55]

Not a waste of time, beats sitting at home. You never know what you'll find out there even if it's not what you went to check out in the first place. I really liked the over/under garage at that house, that's my dream to build one like that someday.

[@wes11bravo]

But a little further away from the river!

[@randallross3989]

Time well spent. . . In the end, amazing video of Easton, PA. You made the best of it. Beautiful footage.

[@GregSimmons-y6q]

I think model 32 was the backhoe attachment. Looks like a 580 CK tractor. They were great units back in the day. I think this one's day has come and gone.

[@jmmass3264]

I definitely wanna see that boat go down the river

[@imleetsometimes]

Chris....please turn that FL60 into your field mechanic rig, it would be perfect for what you're doing in this video and a lot easier to manage organization.

[@samvalentine3206]

The ambulance? That would be something... it could carry EVERYTHING but it's size might make it tough to go into the back alleys that Chris sometimes traverses...

[@imleetsometimes]

@@samvalentine3206 Yeah, it's definitely not small. I could totally see Chris turning it into a field mechanics dream based on how much stuff he's got tucked away in the Tundra.

[@JOEZEP54]

Just bought my first backhoe. 1963 John Deere 500 Industrial. It had a few issues that were revealed but if I had more time to go over it I would have offered less. But I have it now & looking forward to putting it to work. This one you are looking at is too far gone. If you had the time to put into it maybe but it being in the flood, just too many unseen issues. Even though you had to walk away time well spent. Great footage with the drone. Adding another 👍 Stay well, Joe Z

[@bobgrob4]

Another adventure with Chris. I love it. How bout them Cowboys!!! Nice jazz and aerial footage there at the end.

[@ecoalex]

Great drone shots as usual. Chris, - quite the cinematographer :)

[@Melicoy]

Great video. Seeing you say no encourges others to walk awy when the deal is not worth it. Thanks

[@vferrante6436]

good move!! if he paid to haul away,maybe..looks a great place to live,a few acres with a roomy house,barn,garage for toys.. as always ty for the cool video. love to see you guys get a dream home

[@dennisbrown2571]

Incredible that the river flooded that high and that far out of its banks. OMG. Wow, great city scenes.

[@stevevoytek7751]

It is a 530 CK gas Backhoe . I am restoring one right now . The starter cost to rebuild was about 150 if you can find somebody still does it or the parts for it. Luckily mine runs and works . My father and I rebuild it 30 years ago . And now we’re repainting it the second time to sale. They are a very good machine to use once they are fixed up

[@robertutech1685]

I have a 1964 580 CK loader/backhoe diesel . It spent most of its life doing maintenance on a glof course, so in really nice condition. I have had it for over 25 years. Use it every year. Rebuilt cylinders and hoses was my only real repairs.

[@tommyjefferson9525]

Old turbo and guski I love them both keep on keeping on man have a good one

[@ryandaniels8794]

I have the same little boat, mine hadn’t been ran since like 2000. All I needed was a trolling motor to go around on a small reservoir. It’s a very nice boat and I doubt there will be any holes in it. Everything will be pretty easy to pressure wash other than the seats if it’s the same ones as mine. The stuff is stuck on there

[@josephcormier5974]

If it was diesel it would be worth the effort thanks for sharing this six stars brother

[@InspiredJJ]

Cris made it up to my neck of the woods! Hi neighbor!

[@keithlilly4007]

Chris you should have checked out the fish ladder! It is on the opposite side of the lehigh from where you were standing

[@rogerlanoie5848]

I just paid 1k for a early 80s Ford 755. She big girl but didn't run, one flat, 3 leaky cylinders and sloppy pins and bushings. Put a new battery, starter, and a lift pump on it and got her going. Had to bleed the steering pump and add a bunch of hydraulic oil but after a $400 lowboy ride, its back at my property running and digging for under 2k. Gonna fill it and run it before I fix it when it warms up. Just gonna change the oil and some filters and send it.

[@QsTechService1]

Magtag washer in the background Would be a nice score Looks like a belt driven They were built like tanks

[@1961ejvm]

It looks to close to the door but you need a cover on that GFI,water gets in ,damage to your siding and I had seen 2 or 3 fires.you will have to cut and adapt a bubble cover but is important,thank you for your videos

[@NNKH2]

It hasn't been a problem yet, but yeah maybe I'll put a plastic cover on there. Thank you

[@TJ_Foolery]

I like these vids where you go and check out old gear. Whether you buy it or not, still very interesting to see. Reminds me of the super old machinery pops had (Massey Harris/FarmAll/Case). I always enjoy the vids.

[@Alstonar80]

Dang, what a tease, thought Chris was going to get this heap running. Still ❤️ Chris as always!

[@mikechmarnakis2103]

This was perfect house for you and Jen fixer upper 3 1/2 acres . I love Monday mourning videos

[@stevevogelman3360]

No u in morning

[@luckyluke33]

You need a bigger property Chris !

[@robertobuenrostro2781]

This looks like a job for Matt at Diesel Creek... 👷‍♂️🚜

[@markduncan6690]

Cool Music as Usual! And beating through the bushes!👍👍👍💪

[@s0nnyburnett]

These clowns always get me. Their asking price is usually what they should be paying someone else to get rid of their headache.

[@benschlack5814]

Pass on that one buddy

[@carni6319]

Does Turbo ever initiate the attack on Gus or is Gus always the one to start it?

[@NNKH2]

Turbo usually launches sneak attacks on him especially at dusk or in the evening. Otherwise it's usually Gus messing with him.

[@Jon_lowe]

Yes I would love to see you work on old tractors like that

[@russwabuda1556]

chris, i have one that runs, hydraulics work. one back tire bleeds over time and there are oil leaks, but it runs. same price

[@buckeyejim2989]

🗿💨 looks like the one that i had in the 90s, hard to find crank in that engine. Expensive rad to recore too. Thanks for sharing Chris 👍

[@BETTERTOMARROW]

Would be a cool place to visit.

[@bradley7723]

I think he would be better off selling the backhoe, stabilizer stands, forks and bucket as separate units. Then scrap the rest. 😊

[@davidfarmer1666]

That's a good one to walk away from.

[@redbond9259]

thats a david brown tractor. with a case loader

[@stevevogelman3360]

Case.tractor

[@Supertech-86]

They got those bicycle wheels on that boat so's you can just wheel it down to the waters edge.

[@IT_Dinosaur]

Cool property - but that loader would take weeks and $$$ to rehab. I'd pass to.

[@M.TTT.]

Yea, should be free or maybe 1 or 2 dollars, max

[@dougfuqua7868]

If you get it running You can drive it to the bottom of the river

[@enkeks1n1meak1kka1lee]

Absolute wanting to see that boat thing😅

[@Amarok41]

Still a great video even if you didn't buy it

[@mainstreetcamden]

That model number plate is just for the front loader. I noticed you have another ID tag on the backhoe frame, behind the seat. You should have one on the tractor, also.

[@frankm8533]

That's definitely a cool property I use to leave on the water I wish I was still there I miss that place

[@TruckzNTrainz]

The boat video would be cool.

[@craigjohnson3603]

Gotta know when to fold em.....good judgement.

[@tomperry1048]

Your videos are excellent. Your garage is totally organized. Your Tundra, not so much.

[@garystaples5304]

Hey I"m in Eason.....next time your in the area give me a holler.... great place to live....next time your looking to relocate!

[@GoofieNewfie69]

Run, run fast, scrap metal only

[@philspear73]

Looking good Turbo! Gus meister too!

[@octanegarage3729]

Good video thanks for sharing hope you get the boat to do a video

[@ScrapHeap_Garage]

You should give him $300 and tell him to throw the boat in for free, just think of the money's you could make with that sweet backhoe & front bucket work. Little R&R Pull the head sand the cylinders out good to go 👍

[@12106Scott]

It’s about a 1962 year Model 32 Case

[@LJC5865]

Was thinking they sit Alot so probably runs fine but at 1550 you said seized? Could offer to deliver to scrap for 1/2 the money. Locate some used tires just in case it becomes yours it'd be fun to get it working..and after paint what would it sell for..$2-3k?

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Dear NNKH guy. 👍👌👏 This is the kind of property that I wish to you and Jen (without the flooding of course). And yes, of course I totally agree: Leave the backhoe for a scrap metal dealer and come back for the boat in spring/summer. 2) I didn't know that cute little Gus man 💚 can stretch even more! 😱 Thanks a lot for making explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards luck and especially health to all of you.

[@jasonswift7098]

His name is Chris not "NNKH guy"

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Dear @@jasonswift7098 So? 2) I don't know his surname and therefore it isn't appropriate to address him by his prename Chris. At least it's not appropriate for guys like me! Best regards, luck, health and wisdom.

[@jasonswift7098]

@@Chr.U.Cas1622 haha his name is Chris ok that is his first name i never said anything about surnames, address him as chris in the future ok, dont call him NNKH.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

@@jasonswift7098 What? No, that's definitely not okay! Haven't you read my former comment or did you simply not understand it? Maybe you even think that decency and good manners are not longer necessary in todays world? By the way: Do you really think that you are allowed respectively in a position to tell me how I have to address people? That's a joke, quite a bad one but still a joke.

[@jasonswift7098]

@@Chr.U.Cas1622 Yes i will tell you if what I am saying is correct ok, I told you not to call him NNKH his name is Chris, then you rambled on about his surname which was not even the topic so i called you out and told you how to do it, dont get your knickers is a twist about it because you dont understand english grammar.

[@Tad-vd2do]

It’s a Case 530 construction king bought mine for $400

[@one567]

Love all your videos man, Flop or not it is always very interesting, to me at least, ya lost my GF about 10 minutes in hahaha

[@bobtucker8875]

Don't blame you 😉 I'd take a pass on that one as well.

[@ovlov245]

Good fun though and great images! Love your video work! Such a kool area to live!

[@Verault]

if you can get it for $600 fix it as much as you can practically and fix it. Heck Id love a loader and even $600 is a bit much for me; regardless there is someone out there who would buy it from you after you get it running and pressure wash it. (if the engine is good)

[@timh.1300]

Cool videos Chris

[@michaelweilmuenster5754]

Bet that old rig was used to build the house and has been sitting there ever since.

[@NineCylinderDiesel]

I work on heavy equipment for a living, and I can tell you that to take that off his hands for free and haul it to the scrap yard would be doing him a big favor.

[@pavil58yt]

For free it might be an interesting long-term project. Sort of a full restoration video series.

[@Thelemorf]

In north of sweden, that would have been a steal for $600, small backhoes are really rare here..

[@vitalisineavschi8076]

Nice Place!

[@randyyoung7728]

Ck530 i think. I have same backhoe attachment on my 55 IH 300u.

[@jimdaly5077]

Hi, well you can’t win them all, but the view’s were good 👍🐝🌞