Clearing Trees for Pond Project - First time running this Bulldozer!

Working on the property out in the woods with Dirt Perfects John Deere 850 Bulldozer clearing the remaining large trees to make way for our new pond build. This is my first time ever running his John Deere 850, aside from loading it on and off the low boy trailer. Hope everyone enjoys the video and thanks for watching!
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[@cyndikarp3368]

Natural operator in action. You learn quickly. Didn't look like the first time. DP a good teacher to turn you lose to learn.

[@stevenpepper5581]

Good job ..well done.Mike.

[@sassafrasvalley1939]

Cap’n a good operator picks out the do’s and don’ts before they start. A rookie operator learns them as they go. Sometimes those lessons are painful... other times they are painless. The latter is the case with your rookie ride. You didn’t tear up the machine, came out unscathed, only toppled one camera and learned some do’s and do nots along the way. If that ain’t a win-win, I’ll eat your fire hat! Now about the doggo. A good one has a way of tugging at your heart. The attention they receive is more than returned by the affection they give. Sadly, I recently lost the best dog I’ve ever had, Abby. I don’t know if we’ll get another someday. But, for now I’ll enjoy the neighbors pup and those I see on channels like yours. Thanks for telling a little and showing Doggo. It brightened my morning.

[@GlobalistJuice]

Not enough credit is given to the mighty dozer! Civilization would not be what it is today, without it.

[@jeffreyperkowski1088]

Only way to learn,seat time,you did a good job.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thank you sir!

[@hubertwhitlock9968]

A good operator also makes it look very easy

[@mountainviews5025]

Hey Cap it doesn't matter how you did or what you did or any other things what matters is that you got up in that seat of the big machine and played with it and possibly learned a bit thumbs up my friend and you asked us what we think makes a operator that's easy time time in that seat and common sense and Cap you your wifey and chillens I really really want to thank you for loving and taking in that adorable little baby pup thank ya'll so much Thumbs Up Again My Amazing Awesome Friends

[@brucehuff5566]

So happy for you guys and the progress your making. It will be fun to see Jerry transforming that ground into the pond. Stay safe

[@CaptainKleeman]

Bruce Huff can’t wait for Jerry to start pushing up that dam. It’s going to be awesome.

[@williammatthews2948]

Experience makes a good operator. You did well being it's your first time pushing dirt and trees with the 850.

[@CaptainKleeman]

William Matthews I agree! And thank you!

[@uggy7]

For a first time dozer operator, you did great. You are a hard worker. 👍👍🇨🇮🇨🇦🐶❤

[@CaptainKleeman]

Dermot Byrne thank you!

[@dannylebarge8863]

It is great to have friends/part time employer to allow you to use/rent the equipment plus give you pointers on the dos and donts. Mike, Dirt Perfect, seems like a great guy and a good teacher. Put more a great friend to have. love the videos keep them coming

[@CaptainKleeman]

Danny LeBarge he is an awesome teacher. We both have similar styles of learning and I think the helps. Lucky to have him as friend

[@DownsouthMan]

Glad to hear the word keyway. Not everyone knows what that is.

[@randymiller1604]

A good operator takes good care of the machine and does no collateral damage

[@jonnyrocker7919]

Good job..... and thanks for the rescue! She will love you forever

[@CaptainKleeman]

jonnny _ she’s a good pup for sure!

[@BlueDually4x4]

Seat time, asking questions and always be willing to learn makes a good anything. I think people who get it in their head that they know everything about it usually get bit in the ass and get hurt or killed. I know Jerry and DP have a lot of experience but I would bet they still keep an ear out for a trick they might not have heard before. I have found many times trucking that if I am not sure something will work, I call up one of the other guys and ask. I do wish we could have seen your reaction when that big ol stump just rolled off down the hill on you.

[@brentking-gmailking2570]

Great video Captain. You did a good job on the dozer. Can't wait to see Jerry out there pushing up the dam. Have a great day.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Brent King -gmail King same here and thank you!

[@CMDSR]

Not bad for a rookie not bad at all. 👍

[@davestinson5691]

That ol girl looks 2b a pretty strong tractor. Can't wait to see this finished. U will love it. Nice to have friends w equipment LOL. Nah I'm sure ur good to him as he is u

[@donaldtrabeaux5235]

Never to old to learn and you did pretty good on the dozer, and can't wait to see it shape up with Mr. Jerry 👍👍😎😎👍👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

Donald Trabeaux me too! The crazy part is I think I will be out of town when he does the dam. What a shock it will be when I come home!

[@f250ford2004]

Capt. not too bad for a rookie on the 850!!!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Tony Peters thank you sir!

[@ralphellsworth2390]

You did good on your first time pushing dirt and trees, can't wait to it's finished. Be safe and God Bless

[@CaptainKleeman]

ralph ellsworth thank you and you as well!

[@barryhansen6854]

Mike you certainly didn't disgrace yourself on running the dozer for the first time that's for sure, plus achieved a lot in 7 odd hours don't worry about the key-board warriors. Jerry will have that done in no time ready for fishing next summer, as someone said Lake Chelsea will come in handy.

[@CaptainKleeman]

barry hansen I cant wait. Talked to Jerry on the phone today to give him an update. Hoping we can get it done next week. He said two days probably.

[@barryhansen6854]

@@CaptainKleeman sounds good.

[@kevinkenyon7045]

Great work Captain, your equipment experience makes it easier to learn a new piece of equipment, nothing was broken nobody was hurt and you learned a lot, great video. Kevin

[@CaptainKleeman]

Kevin Kenyon thank you sir!

[@thomasdesmond2248]

The first step of being a good operator. Is to plan out your job site. Then maximization of that equipment. Will fall in to place. Being able to plan your job site efficiently. Comes with time. Kleenman you didn't do to bad buddy. God bless

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thomas Desmond very true and thanks for the kind words sir!

[@peckprice]

My son and brother own a modest excavating company. I get to run the equipment occasionally. I think the difference between pros and amateurs is diesel fuel. You just have to burn a lot of diesel to get experience. My brother calls it seat time. They can see the end of the job before they start. I can't, I see the beginning only. Great video as usual.

[@CharlieMetcalf]

Pond is shaping up nicely. Dog are awesome! She is a cutie!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Charlie Metcalf she’s a good pup!

[@nuts319]

I like the on the blade view

[@benhamilton8132]

Strong work sir love the videos

[@CaptainKleeman]

Ben Hamilton thank you! Hope all is good on your end.

[@billyshumate853]

Take care and be careful

[@CaptainKleeman]

Billy Shumate thanks!

[@chrishelms1967]

Jerry's gonna make it the way Jerry wants........ and your lucky to have him....

[@CaptainKleeman]

Chris Helms don’t think I don’t know that.

[@chrishelms1967]

@@CaptainKleeman 😉👍

[@daniele.woodhead1218]

Captain Kleeman I must say you done great on the 850 your first time operating it. It kinda put a tear in my eyes remembering my very first time on grandpa's D6C 70s model long story short I did brake the right side track on a stump. Yuppers I did but I was only 17yrs old God bless yall ❤️🙏✌️🇺🇸

[@murrayhall908]

Looking forward to seeing progress - just like you!!!!!!!!! Stay safe and well

[@CaptainKleeman]

Murray Hall absolutely! Just got off the phone with jerry. We have a plan!!

[@allanjohnson5764]

I think what makes a good operator is tenacity. The ability to get the job done with the equipment that you have to work with. In the case of land clearing down here in the coastal bend of Texas, clearing mesquite, huisache (pronounced wee-satch), pecan (pa-con not pee-can), and live oak often times you’ll need a D8 to work effectively. That being said, a D6 (or a 850) could be used but don’t expect to be able to clear more than an acre or two a day. A D4 you’d just be spinning your wheels. Of course, if all I had was a D4 I’d get it cleared eventually. No telling how long that would take though.

[@bobfitch607]

You did pretty good for the first time running that dozer Capt.pond/lake is taking shape. Look forward to the progress 👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

Bob Fitch thank you sir! Excited to see it come to life

[@vicyazzie1883]

You did amazingly well for your first time with a dozer. Good job

[@CaptainKleeman]

Vic Yazzie thank you!

[@darylb4814]

Captain, whatever way you choose to do it is the best way in your eyes. It don't matter what others think, the final choice is up to you.

[@ronalddavies2488]

All credit to you ,if you don't try you will never learn,Jerry has year's of experience.👍👍🇬🇧

[@CaptainKleeman]

Ronald Davies making mistakes is a great way to learn right? Hey thanks for watching!

[@CaptKirk1701]

Steeling a line from the movie Harley Davidson and the Marlboro Man, "My Daddy always said if you want to drive a nail, you just take the hammer and hit till it is in! Nothing fancy to it" Not bad!

[@brianwebber7168]

Good job! Off to a good start. You're a good operator. You take direction and respect the equipment and job site. You learn. Mirrors happen!

[@Murphyslawfarm]

Ahoy Captain the place looking good mate.

[@billyshumate853]

Hope you and your family are doing well.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Billy Shumate thank you!

[@richardhedrick5601]

You did a good job for running the dozer for the first time

[@CaptainKleeman]

Richard Hedrick thank you sir!

[@DC-1]

You did fine Mike....gotta start somewhere. Looking forward to watching the dam build. 👍🇺🇸

[@CaptainKleeman]

D C thank you sir!

[@rubetube4727]

Confidence, makes a good operator.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Ruben Oakes good point!

[@rickster9993]

A good operator knows how to hide or make his mistakes look intentional.

[@rubetube4727]

Like Mike. Lol

[@CaptainKleeman]

Rickster 1234 I love this!

[@DirtPerfect]

lol so true

[@Erman456]

John deree 👍👍👍woooow

[@CaptainKleeman]

Ekskavatör Avcısı great machine!

[@hubertwhitlock9968]

Having a good plan

[@SLCFarms]

You forgot to put the video of why the stumps were left up. Gosh now I have to rewatch all of your videos to find out why. Thanks Captain lol

[@michaelkoop6731]

Making good progress on the whole project. Keep it going cap.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Michael Koop thank you sir!

[@fulltiltgrading8366]

The 850 is an awesome machine. It makes me miss running the one my dad and I had a few years ago. It’s amazing how much you can accomplish in a short amount of time. Looking forward to more on the pond project 👍🏻

[@CaptainKleeman]

Full Tilt Grading Ive ran several dozers for Mike over the years, and by far, this has to be the best machine this size he has had. Of course that’s coming from a guy with limited seat time. 😂

[@rickster9993]

Hey Captain one thing about a pond that bugs me. pond builders like to leave a smooth bottom. Don't they realize their building more than just a pond. They are building a home for water critters. Leave some dips, holes and ditches. A few rocks don't hurt and sticking stumps upside down in the bottom of the pond helps. The water critters will repay you.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Rickster 1234 good point! Habitat matters

[@DownsouthMan]

My words exactly. I’ve also noticed that you have several long straight trees. Some contractors will cut those to length , rent a trailer and steel them to mills. Helps with fuel if not anything else.

[@wildtimbrown]

A "good pup" indeed!

[@bobjacobs9521]

Great job for a rookie operator Like a pole barn, make it as large as possible I grew up with a farm pond You and the girls will have much more enjoyment from Lake Chelsey, than you can imagine Also should draw a lot of wildlife Looking forward to the dam video I can see a remote controlled yacht on your lake

[@CaptainKleeman]

bob jacobs remote controlled yacht would be awesome!!!!!

[@dansevern3291]

"What makes a good operator?" Experience, but mainly the kind of experience that ends with, "well, that didn't work." (As long as you're still able to say that afterwards.) At least that's my story, and I'm sticking to it. Good one, and timed right, since we're getting some rain down here right now, and I can't work outside this morning anyway.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Dan Severn good point! And we are supposed to get some rain this weekend. May just turn into the same plan you had today!

[@magnificentshine1]

I have the up most respect for an operator that can really work and efficiently use a dozer, Jerry is clearly one of those guys. I bought an older Allis Chalmers HD5G loader crawler for my land project. I'm building a dam in my ravine to establish a lake. My lay out looks very similar to what your does. I had to remove trees, brush and stumps. It's amazing how much prep work goes into a project like this before you actually get to the key way and dam. I finally got my key way cut out and clay compacted in. Now I'm starting my dam lifts. My machine works really well but I'm finding out a bigger machine would be way easier and more efficient as I get into the super hard clay. I have a you tube channel also with some vids on my build also, get a sec check then it and let me know what ya think and I'm all ears on any tips and tricks! Keep up the great work and can't wait to see your up coming vids on your dam construction. 1 quick question, I see you have a deep ravine you stated you were going to use the excavator to dig out as you didn't want to get the dozer sick in it. Do you have to pull that material out or could you just cover it "X" amount of good clay? Reason for asking, I have the exact same type cut or ravine like yours and it's my next step after I get one side of my dam complete. Should I dig it out and then pack back in with clay or push good clay in it(fill it up) and compact it?

[@CaptainKleeman]

Dozer B it all depends what’s underneath it. When I clean that ravine out in a couple spots I’ll dig down and see what we have. But in general it’s never a good idea to cover up “crap” soil. Always leads to problems down the road.

[@rongeci4092]

I can’t seem to figure you out Captain, you always seem to beat yourself up about running equipment you’ve never run before, in my opinion and from watching you, you have the basic concept on how equipment works, most of the do’s and don’ts, the biggest thing you need is seat time and confidence in your ability to operate, and you definitely have the drive and ability.....The only suggestion I would make is when pushing trees with a dozer is watch when pushing trees over and where the blade is, it only takes one tree to fall faster than expected and the root ball get under the blade or pushing just above the root ball and not backing up fast enough.. And as always great video..👍🏻👍🏻

[@CaptainKleeman]

Ron Geci that was my biggest fear that day! Getting a root ball stick between the blade and grille! Would make for a long day. 😂

[@wayne735]

Dogs are better than people so I totally get it.

[@waltermattson5566]

A good operator tries very hard not to break anything serious. Mirrors don’t count. A good operator also knows his limits with a machine. You did that. Congratulations. The stump rolling down the hill was pretty impressive. My dog really wants a walk. The next video will be great.

[@alexosborne5629]

Well, looked good from this side of the pond Mike, mind, I'm no operator either, but you certainly didn't disgrace yourself. Right choice not to play in the ditch, right choice with the trees too !! Looking forward to watching the dam taking shape, Jerry will do his best for you, he will keep you right!!! Another by product of your dam will be an emergency water supply too, might be worth putting a hard standing there to if you have the space 👍🇬🇧

[@CaptainKleeman]

Alex Osborne you make a great point. Having a water supply to draft from is a big deal in these rural areas!

[@mikenixon9164]

You did good & are careful with the dozer. It's best to figure where your going to pile brush & tree's . Then clear that area first & open it up so you have room to push . It seems backwards but it works.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Mike Nixon thank you sir and thanks for the tip!

[@cathiwim]

So your name is Mike also? No wonder you go by Captain Kleeman! Really enjoyed this video! Audio was off a lot, but i always watch muted anyway while you are on the machines.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Baby Catcher lots of mikes! Including mics, which is half my problem!

[@SuperIanjohnson]

I really enjoyed this video, Mike. You sure don't look like a rookie on that 850-well done.

[@CaptainKleeman]

ian s johnson I appreciate the kind words! Thank you

[@billyshumate853]

Good morning captain. The only way to learn how to use the dozer is get on it and take off.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Billy Shumate I agree with that. Seat time is everything.

[@lakesideranch]

Great job Captain! You're getting valuable seat time and having some fun. I'd say you have the native ability to become a great operator , there's no substitute for seat time! Work safe, See ya on the next adventure. Doug@ the "ranch"

[@CaptainKleeman]

lakesideranch seat time is the key! Hey thank you sir!

[@brianwebber7168]

First thought i hope you have Allstate, Mayhem is on the 850😂

[@CaptainKleeman]

Brian Webber 😂😂

[@mikeembrey9176]

Don't worry about it you did fine it's your dime 🇺🇸

[@JSomerled]

It must be awesome working with people who will give you time on the machine.What a cool experience..But you know Jerry is going to be after you for running his dozer lol

[@CaptainKleeman]

james donelson 😂😂. You aren’t wrong! Hope he doesn’t find this video

[@JSomerled]

Just leave an empty Pepsi can on the floor..He’ll think it was D.P. lol

[@DLDietz]

24:40 Looks like a fun game. I wanna play, too.

[@TheUserid82]

Anyone in the area with goats? A very effective way to keep a dam cleared of trees is to simply fence it and once or twice a year send in some goats who will do all the weed/tree control for you. A simple deal with the person who owns them for a free grazing space is often enough.

[@cathiwim]

Andrew H btdt. The goats need to be a permanent part of the landscape control. Once or twice a year isnt often enough in our part of the South. Stuff grows too fast. Bradford pear babies grow 4ft in a year!

[@TheUserid82]

@@cathiwim Goats are known to push over trees to let the rest eat the leaves and new growth as they hold them down so yes they can control trees growing with a 1-2 times a year grazing as they target all plants other then grass first.

[@ko9446]

Goats are what helped save the Reagan Library, the fire came up and was stopped where the goats grazed.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Andrew H hey we plan on getting some goats at some point!

[@kenthesparky178]

Love the videos,maybe I should have lent you my family of well trained beavers.

[@CaptainKleeman]

kenneth hodgson oh sure, now you mention the beavers. Typical. 😂

[@mikebultema2536]

Knowing this was the first time operating that dozer I’d give you an A. You figured out a plan and followed it. Staying conservative and not putting yourself in over your head. 👍

[@DirtBrute]

I grew up playing with a jd 850 . My dads best friend had one for years . Iv ran a lot of different dozers and I think you did great for your first time 👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

Dirt Brute seems like a great machine. And I appreciate the kind words!

[@chadburggraaf4687]

I love watching video from drivers seat. I would like to be in that seat.

[@CaptainKleeman]

chad Burggraaf it’s a lot of fun!

[@Jamieclarke88]

What makes a good operator hmm letsdig18 and ami 😂 I think it comes down o experience seat time etc captain sites looking good 👍👍👍

[@billyshumate853]

You'll have some good firewood for later on.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Billy Shumate yes sir

[@Crewsy]

I think the mark of a good operator is someone that doesn’t overwork the machine. Just because a dozer can physically push something doesn’t mean that you should actually push something. Kind of like how a chain has a working load limit and a breaking limit. The chain might hold at 50% over its working load limit but that limit is there for a reason and going over that limit shortens its life.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Wayne Crews very true

[@markkenes4848]

Great job Cpt. Hey I've seen DP make mistakes . He just knows how to make em not look like mistakes. But that to me is how you really learn how to operate a dozer, hands on. That's how I learned years ago. Guy I was a laborer for asked me if I wanted to learn I said h*** yeah and ended up back dragging wind rows all day on an old john deer dozer !!! Hey I made plenty of mistakes threw out the years but learned from em. You can't get good without making mistakes. Like they say know ones perfect boo matter how good you are. Ask Jerry if he made any in his career. Just get some seat time on her and just do it ,!!!!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Spydr 1 man, you really hit home a good point. An experienced operator is one who has learned from mistakes. But shouldn’t I be an expert on mirrors by now? 😂

[@markkenes4848]

@@CaptainKleeman Hey I put those in the past already. 😆

[@johnthompson5721]

Captain, I love watching your channel. You do a great job in trying and mastering any equipment. And I agree on leaving some of those large stumps in for fish habitat. Just watch out for widow makers, take it from experience and a guy who cut down a lot of trees. I was lucky it grazed off my back. keep going strong, and please be safe at home and at work. Love you channel.

[@CaptainKleeman]

John Thompson appreciate you looking out sir and you do the same!

[@genesispuredeaf2390]

I thought you did great. Apparently you got Gressett guidance/tips from your work mates.

[@ronalddavis439]

For first time you did great. You ain't no Jerry ha ha but Mike isn't either. Can't wait to see Jerry build pond dam. How big is pond going to be?

[@CaptainKleeman]

Ronald Davis the size of the pond is up to Jerry and how much food material he can find. But we will be happy with anything!

[@brianwalter2677]

Lol,I would ask mike if he would take Pepsi for the rental on his equipment ,worth a shot.oh yeah practice and more practice makes a good operator. Great content though.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Brian Walter would have to be a lot of Pepsi! 😂

[@lukeabendroth8157]

A vintage Pepsi vending machine stocked full would look great in his garage.

[@peterbishop1933]

You will have a major mess to clean up trying to get logs for firewood out of that hole you should be getting the trunks out as you go I was taught at a young age to clean each tree up as you take it down. You don't appear to be doing that. And when you are breaking the roots around the tree you should have maximum tilt on a straight blade an angle blade is best . But I guess everyone has to learn I did over 50 years ago. Good luck

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thumb controls can be exhausting.

[@kevinpoore5626]

When it comes down to it as long as you make it out alive the equipment makes it out alive nobody gets hurt it's all fair game Nobody's Perfect no matter how good of a equipment operator you are yet still tear stuff up so just don't tear stuff up LOL :-) :-) keep on pushing

[@gurueddy]

Kevin Poore Nobody’s Perfect... is that Dirt Perfect’s accident prone younger brother? 😂😂😜

[@bobfitch607]

Beg to differ but someone does think he's perfect 😂😂😂

[@CaptainKleeman]

John Edwards 😂😂😂. Nobodies perfect would be a good channel name for who ever he hires next

[@CaptainKleeman]

Kevin Poore good points sir!

[@daveschmidt5713]

Looks like you are hoping that Jerry will give you Dirt Perfect's dozer card. The soap opera continues.

[@mikedobson2988]

Nice job, things are coming together. Obviously Mike trusts you with his equipment and knows your not going to damage it by being ignorant.

[@davidfloyd9413]

Time, time, time, on the machine is all it takes.

[@CaptainKleeman]

DAVID FLOYD true!

[@mrpatrickwilson1]

How about getting some bungee cords and strapping the tripod to a tree (one your not going to push over) then the tripod/camera will be safe and you will still have the pan and tilt facility. Just saying. Great video by the way.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Patrick Wilson that’s not a bad idea!

[@raymondquave1237]

Man if you had a rake on it would make the job easier, a rake will carry more with less dirt ,,, 40 years expereance,, a good operator makes every move count an knows how to grease machine an clean the tracks an no hot rodding an makes sure he keeps trees out. Of radiator , a good rake has a brush guard

[@randyswope7996]

Dude, You were right. That was very painful.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Randy Swope trying living your life with such a negative outlook that instead of giving advice to try and help others, you just put them down, now that is pain. Seems you may know to well.

[@stevendegonia]

I seen only one, but I am curious as to how many widow makers fell outta those trees? You did a decent job while using that 850 for the first official time! You could have done worse, but, stayed out of trouble and had a productive run! If you need any tips or pointers, I am certain Jerry would be more than happy to help you in any way he can to ensure you can run HIS DOZER with enough skill to keep you out of too much trouble! LoL 😉 You need but to ask him for help and tips!👍

[@CaptainKleeman]

Steven De Gonia That was the only one actually. Was trying to be as gentle as possible! Hey appreciate the kind words and hope everything is good on your end sir.

[@DownsouthMan]

Your doing a fine job other than that

[@bajabandito1855]

You done good. Where will you get the water for the pond?

[@CaptainKleeman]

Baja Bandito there is a lot of drainage in that area. Hopefully we will be okay there.

[@trickydicky78s3]

I always worked by the P.P.P code x3 Piss poor planning leads to piss poor performance so you need to plan, perform and produce biggest part of planning is having the foresight to see potential hiccups and either you work a way to avoid them happening or if they are to big an obstacle to avoid then put in place safe guards to not allow them to get out of hand and limit the potential damage they can cause. Biggest problem i came across many times with many operators is the fact they lacked the planning and or foresight, but this is exactly why some operators are absolutely brilliant all the time they have a foreman guiding them, but if you asked them to do a job by themselves? They will flounder like a fish out of water. So know your limitations. P.s you did a fine job for a rookie

[@CaptainKleeman]

ricky bobby 78 this is great. Thanks for the advice sir!

[@Buckswoodshop]

👍👍

[@Crewsy]

Captain. Your sound levels on this video were up and down a lot. Even to the point close to the beginning that I couldn’t even hear what you were saying. Voice overs seemed okay but then the sound of the 850 was blaring. Probably was worse for me today because I watched it wearing ear buds. Great video overall and I am really looking forward to seeing the pond take shape once you get Jerry on the 850 and yourself in the excavator. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@CaptainKleeman]

Wayne Crews im sorry man. I’m having a hard tome balancing the levels from the micced go pro seven and the tripod shots of the go pro 8. Appreciate you being patient with me.

[@Bigjoe29]

Hiya captain Kleeman. maybe you already talked about this I don't remember. I was just wondering. If you thought about a logger or loggerwade came in and clear cut instead of pushing it all into a pile

[@carlpeters9523]

Jerry probably appreciates breaking in low gear for him , as he's about wore out high gear . suggest to plan for a shanty area also . Dirt Perfect would say , Just Shove it .

[@reverandhale863]

Because clearing trees with a dozer is smart

[@firecaptaintom1977]

Not bad at all for a first effort. Can you explain the "keyway" sometime.

[@CaptainKleeman]

FireCaptain Tom absolutely, I’ll cover it when ever we start building the dam.

[@franz357]

Hey Lt Cpt ! 😉 Your French sub here. That video is so satisfying to watch I wish it would've lasted a couple hours ! 😄 It's so awesome to see the dam starting to shape up; you must be so happy ! Hey, I was wondering: do you have an idea of the hourly cost of running such machines as the dozer and the excavator fuel-wise ? Please keep up these awesome videos and God bless you ! 😊