Compact Tractor Backhoe Race Against the Rain

Johnny needs to dig a window well for Kevin but rain is coming fast. Tim trains a new backhoe operator while digging for the egress window. The new 16" bucket for the 1025R is perfect!
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This tractor is similar in size and specs to the Kubota BX23s

[@scottcrick]

Hey Tim, this was a fun video. I must say it's nice of you to let your customers use Jonny. Love the new addition to Jonny as well!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+scottcrick not every customer gets the chance for a variety of reasons, but Kevin was great!

[@michaelmartin9618]

Congrats on the new bucket! That was the first thing I noticed. What a difference it makes.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Sure does!

[@daveknowshow]

I love having a 16 inch bucket moves a lot of dirt and empties out easier than smaller buckets. I always enjoy watching the young kid from down the street run my backhoe. he is older now and those are memories he will never forget. this video really brought a smile to my face. the backhoe is likely my favorite tool on the tractor. I guess when you have hand dug as much as I have in my life time it's no wonder I cherish the backhoe so much. thanks for the smile this brought to me, I truly needed it.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+daveknowshow thanks for the comment! How are you feeling?

[@daveknowshow]

i'm a tad better today. the last few days have been rough. went to my regular Dr my BP was so high they wouldn't let me leave. a few days later I went to have another cancer procedure and my BP and anxiety was so bad they could not do it. yesterday my dog disappeared for several hours which is unusual for her. needless to say I was all to pieces over the dog, finally found her. she had ran off scared from some gun fire on the property next door. poor thing has as bad of anxiety as I do seems like it anyway. well thats some of the high lights of how things are going. I did finally sleep better last night. this morning I watched your video and it got my day off with a smile in my heart. I needed that smile to start this day! hope you and your family are doing well.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+daveknowshow hang in there! Happy to hear that the video was well received. We are doing fine.

[@Aerospace_Education]

You sold me on getting the bigger bucket day one! Great Video Tim and Family

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks. I wrote up my opinion about bucket options here: tractortimewithtim.com/wordpress/2017/02/03/1023e1025r-260-backhoe-bucket-size/ After gettting the 16", I still have the same thoughts. Get the 16", and buy the bxpanded trencher bucket for trenching.

[@Aerospace_Education]

Good thoughts to think of. Thanks for making the video's. They are both educational and entertaining. I'm still on the fence between a 1025 and a 2038.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Robert Roberts I think there will be a choice between the two yet this year.

[@michealsousa559california5]

I hope you all didn't get sick. I like the new bucket, you can dig more dirt faster. Thanks for the video.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

No, it was really pretty warm, so no one got sick.

[@dstevenpaisley]

It's great you let the home owner play!You made his day!!awsome vidio as always !!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

He really did enjoy it.

[@williamunderwood8733]

I think truly anyone that works with tractors backhoes ex does enjoy it and I really enjoy yr videos thank u and yr family for taking the time to share with us see ya on the next

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+William Underwood it certainly is fun. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@eosjoe565]

I agree with you. That 16" bucket breaths new life into that 260 backhoe. It's a win-win because you can always switch back to the 8" if the job requires it. Kudos to the finance committee.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yep, works great! Really helps!

[@RKHarm24]

Great video and Tim what you said about enjoying watching Kevin. The smile on your face told the whole truth. Congrats to you all.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

We have had a few REALLY fun projects this spring. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@timkd5vmv583]

Three cheers for the finance committee!!!! That new bucket is great. Now you just need a thumb.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Tim KD5VMV maybe. It would be in the way for some projects....like this one!

[@RKHarm24]

Congrats Johnny on your NEW Big Bucket!

[@XaViEr3520]

RK Harm24 well Johnny earned with that big rock he moved!!!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+XaViEr3520 that's right! We had to reward him after that extra effort!

[@billylamb7374]

Been watching your channel fir a bit now, it is very informative and helpful. Got a 1025r myself and I learn quite a bit watching you go at it. Keep it up with the videos!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Billy Lamb thanks Billy! Check out our website, click an ad link! We have some good stuff on there. Http://tractortimewithtim.com

[@billylamb7374]

Liking the website. It is very easy to navigate and love the built in discount with the links to needed and/or useful items for my tractor. I will be giving it a try next time i need parts. lol may order me that grease gun from there all the ones i seem to get local are garbage. Thanks for all yall do and God Bless

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Billy Lamb thanks again Billy! Yea, if you click through those Amazon links, anything you order from Amazon during that session gives us a small percentage. So, click through, the buy something really expensive! Just kidding.

[@billylamb7374]

lol will do

[@semco72057]

That tractor and backhoe dug that hole out good, and I hope the pipe you all was putting down there fitted correctly.

[@scottmote2176]

Nice video Tim. Nice of you to let him try the controls. Looks like more storms in your area right now. Be safe. God Bless

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yep. storming right now. Thanks for watching.

[@georgedpost]

I love natural humor. When the home owner blamed the controls, I just busted out laughing.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+George Post Kevin is hilarious!

[@Nf6xNet]

OOOH! Now Johnny has a bigger bucket than my Orange Dragon. Congratulations!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Now it feels like a real digger!

[@luizfigueiredo1393]

Really enjoyed the videos, recently subscribed and have used many of the tips with my 1026R. Keep up the great work.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks. Where are you located?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Oh, and there are now 186 videos. Go back and check out the older ones. We may be a bit smoother now, but the old ones are good too...

[@luizfigueiredo1393]

I am in Louisiana.

[@luizfigueiredo1393]

I have been going back and looking at the older videos. They are great...bought the tractor several years ago but my son has been mostly using it to get his lot cleared and leveled to build his new home. Now that I am retired, I have a list of projects for the tractor. The videos have helped me prepare for my projects.

[@keithbrettell2058]

I get your comment about enjoyin' seein' someone else enjoy the tractor. I'm the same way with my horse, I enjoy watchin' young kids ride him at horse shows etc. It doesn't make sense to some people, but that's the way it is.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Right. Same exact feeling. Must be part of getting old. I never understood why grandparents enjoyed watching the kids do stuff. Now, I get it!

[@luciusedwards1814]

Hi

[@jmgredgreen4x428]

Your tractor looks really nice!

[@ScoutCrafter]

What a great project for Johnny! 😃👍.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+ScoutCrafter yea, he knocked it out with ease!

[@johncolasanto605]

Awesome job!!!!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+john colasanto it was LOTS of fun!

[@keithbrettell2058]

You got a new bucket! I bet it makes digging that much easier.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

yes. amazing.

[@keithbrettell2058]

Ya there's something wrong with the controls. Lets see how fast he digs a hole that's too big LOL

[@eosjoe565]

I couldn't help but think of the Bill Murray quote from Caddyshack " I don't think the heavy stuff's going to come down for quite a while". :-)

[@mikebrewer4307]

I also have the 1025 TLB best purchase I ever made, I have a 12" bucket but I like how it handled the 16". I've dug out several large tree stumps out with mine. Once you learn how to use the power this little guy can do a lot. I enjoy watching all you videos and love your Christian Faith, God Bless You and your family..

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Mike Brewer thanks for your kind comment, Mike! I'm afraid the 16" may not work well in really hard soil, but that's ok, I still have the 8" just in case.

[@sgt_jr3232]

I see you upgraded the bucket. looks nice.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

new bucket is great! That was the second use. First use was the day before. Not sure if we'll publish video from it or not...but wow, SO much faster!

[@GrampysTractor]

The grand parent thing is a whole new outlook on life. nice new bucket too. I don't know if you gave Kevin the proper amount of time leaning on the shovel being union and all

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Ken Litherland right. He really learned fast. Really enjoyed our time with him.

[@bobcole9274]

Really enjoyed this one, He picked it up quick for the basic movement. Great sharing and letting him enjoy. I do the same with the tractor and Bobcat. Grandkids love it, GGKids are coming this summer. Fun and Games with worried Mommies LOL

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Bob Cole thanks Bob. I keep thinking that it will be hard to top our last video. We think we've had some good ones this spring.

[@chezc.7173]

Thanks. Makes sense. I was surprised at how tough they are watching you move that rock.

[@bd-kotanoober6099]

should have duck taped an umbrella to the roll bar. lol

[@patroberson2592]

Enjoyed the video. Surprised tim let someone else take the controls. Shovel didn't seem to fit your hand very well

[@TractorTimewithTim]

no, that shovel doesn't fit at all!

[@chadkendall7151]

Looks like the bigger bucket is a hit! Wish you would have upgraded sooner? I just got my 260 w 12" Too much rain to play with it much. :(

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Chad Kendall not really. Had one project last fall (the egress window) which needed it, but most of the other projects need the 8" bucket anyway.

[@jasonbertrand3295]

Glad to see you got a bigger bucket. Did you know that John Deere just released a cab for these 1 series tractors? I would have to check again but I don't think you can use the backhoe with it.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

I do not believe you can use a backhoe with it. I don't really want a cab. We are on/off/on/off too often. Also, with our videos, it would take away some of 'personal' aspect.

[@88dalejr1fan]

That is dedication no heavy equipment operator I have had will do that you are awesome God Bless you

[@chevyphil3969]

tim you need to tell the bean counters sometimes you need to spend money to make it.. even knowing the bucket cost way more than you made lol that was sweet that the lady brought you a tarp she didn't want the sugar to get all wet and hard..lol you made his day letting him operate jonny and with a move like that we all know it wasn't a union job although maybe a state job one man working and five watching poor johnny

[@TractorTimewithTim]

one a comin, one a goin, one a smokin, and one a mowin. (State road crew).

[@chevyphil3969]

i think that there chant they sing lol dont forget the person holding thr stop slow sign

[@mark-ew8hk]

GOOD JOB TIM that was the best $$$$ you have put to use. would have helped yal anytime

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+mark yep. This was the project we discussed with you.

[@davidharris6581]

Bigger bucket is great. Would you eve buy the 8" if you had it to do over again?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+David Harris take a look at my website. I have a write up on 'optimal bucket size'. It goes into more detail about my thoughts than I can provide in a comment.

[@lucashagg5668]

The 16" bucket is hundred times better then the 8" bucket

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Lucas Hägg yep. Much better!

[@boatdesigner12]

Is the 16" bucket from JD ? Approximate cost? My dealer told me he could no longer get the 16" for the bh260.

[@TxTundra]

This is also my question. If I can buy the new tractor with the 16" bucket instead, I'd be happier! So I'm curious about the cost too. Thanks!!

[@chezc.7173]

Hey Tim. Buying a 1025tlb soon. What's your next Best go to accessory besides the bucket and backhoe?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+C. Cardi that is an easy one for me. Artillian forks. This is by far the most useful addition which applies to everyone. I have my forks on probably 90% of the time.

[@KiotiCS]

Nice job Tim the new bucket looks to work great on johnny and look out you are going to lose your job LOL he did a good job too looked like he had a lot of fun 😀 and it would be nice to have a canopy buy yes I know what you mean about getting in the way but still be nice when u need it 😂 take care have a great weekend !! curt 🚜 🚜

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yep, really helps. The 8" bucket just doesn't do much when it comes to digging holes. It is fine for trenches...as long as it is dry.

[@georgesmith7773]

Johnny seems much happier taking bigger bites

[@joshriddle4797]

It's awesome that you are raising your daughter up around tractors even tho it's a small one you got to start somewhere and getting a John deer that was a good choice I have a 4300 myself it is in the 4 series family I could have got a 3032 e series which is fine but I got a deal on the 4300 I have to lift round bales of hay so she has to be able to lift pretty heavy . But like I said it sure is nice to a young lady out in the outdoors especially around the tractor. Tell her for me she is a very hard to come by type of a girl meaning worth more than gold believe me I am still looking lol. Ps awesome backhoe

[@allanpyne858]

Hey one more thing my tilt wheel broke on my 1025r,have you ever heard of this on this model happening?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Allan Pyne hmm. Not good. The little handle? Or the mechanism broke? I'm sure it won't be hard to fix, just dig in! Haven't heard anyone mention that.

[@pasquariello72]

Time for another committee meeting Tim. Canopy to keep sun and rain off ya and a 4 in 1 front bucket

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Ha!

[@nathanbrodeur]

Johnny was burning some rubber so Johnny can do a burnout

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Hmm...burning rubber? well, maybe.

[@nathanbrodeur]

Tractor Time with Tim when you were loading the bucket and the loader didn't move anymore you had some wheel spin on the back on his driveway that cleaned the tops of the tire lugs which gives you better traction

[@buildexplore3278]

I see you got the bigger bucket

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+CR Mills WooHoo!

[@brucealvarez9263]

That thunder at 10:13 sure sounded close! You weren't concerned about lightning strikes?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

No worries as long as there is much taller stuff around. At least that is my story. :-)

[@markstewart5399]

And also like watching u do all the stuff u do with urs

[@coolgamer4607]

The way I learned with an excavator and a backhoe is the control type. The two types are ISO and SAE. ISO is the most common you’ll find which is left stick is stick and swing right is boom and bucket. Which means stick and swing is the extension and the swing of the “digging arm” and the boom and bucket is up and down bucket in and out. SAE is just the complete opposite. Once you understand how each other works and you know what is which then it’s just practice with getting comfortable on how sensitive they are.

[@lluisbruguerajuscafresa1108]

have you ever thought about getting a canopy top, to avoid the controls of the john deere? it would be a good idea when it rains!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Oh yea, thought a lot about it, especially after our trip to original tractor cab (originalcab.com). It would just be in the way when going under trees and stuff. Digging with the backhoe while in the pouring rain is not a common occurrence! Typically, Johnny is home, tucked into his nice warm/dry shed.

[@mi2tn]

So the finance committee came around for the bigger bucket. It sure does a better job and quicker. There is no stopping you now. Might need a cab though. :)

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+mi2tn yea, this was a good purchase, at least for our soil. If it gets really dry and hard, might need the smaller bucket. Yea, my cab was a bit leaky!

[@2naturesownplace]

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Richard Elbe I like it!

[@2naturesownplace]

thought you would enjoy the humor

[@lonniecurtis3540]

hi Tim ,ha yeah digging in the rain id keep goin I don't think the heavy stuff will come till later,good video,later Tim.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Lonnie Curtis yep, fun project...but I was soaked!

[@BigDsHomestead]

Yep!Definately better with the bigger bucket. That's one thing my lil massey gc1710 had over competitors. The bucket was wider and deeper. I dug a few trenches and water lines with mine. I had some videos on here, but accidently deleted them and can't find them on my computer. If I do, I will post them.

[@jasonsarnowski5809]

I made my choice of compact tractors based on reputation, location convinced and your videos. Keep'm coming. by the way, do you have the standard loader bucket or is it larger than standard.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks for the comment. We have the 53" bucket. There are two choices, 49" and 53".

[@thomasshaw9441]

use the loader to lift the front of the tractor to set level may help.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+Thomas Shaw yea. I did in the last portion of the video.

[@pjs5191]

Love the lady’s Pacers shirt (I’m from Indiana). Are you guys from Indiana?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yep. Welcome to our channel!

[@40lostyears]

Are you on cat controls or John Deere controls some people need to switch it up

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+john d Deere.

[@Diantane22]

When using the backhoe, is the engine rpm up to maximum?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Usually not, especially for beginners. You can increase RPM as you gain more experience.

[@Diantane22]

@@TractorTimewithTim So the work won't bog the engine down at idle?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

First, I didn’t say ‘idle’. …but no, the engine will not bog down with the backhoe.

[@Diantane22]

@@TractorTimewithTim I was watching one of your videos today where you were removing brush with the backhoe while the engine was at or nearly idle. I understand. Thanks, Tim.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

@@Diantane22 you’ll find that it moves faster at higher throttle. It will also be more jerky. So, practice :-)

[@mcinkyt]

Old Joke Time: If the Japanese ever invent the Self Standing Shovel unemployment will SKYROCKET! ... We had a guy work for us that said Wash your truck twice a week no matter what. If your putting your hands on it you'll never have maintenance issues. [He's now my cousins husband since 1993 and everything he owns is Factory Perfect]

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Sounds like Katriel's "Plant everything with love" theory!

[@chevyphil3969]

townships and the dot states highway crews already have the market on those shovels lol

[@michigantler5046]

good job

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks! This was a fun one.

[@markstewart5399]

I broke my arm so I’ve been watching a lot of them need make some new ones

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Uh, we release 2 per week. Is that not enough???

[@markstewart5399]

Need more I like watching them

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Have you seen all 260+? Wow!

[@elektrikman8834]

I have been watching you vids for two days now im pretty convinced to buy a 1025 r I do have to ask because you have bigger machines . This size machine with this large bucket does'nt seem to hinder it at all . I was not going to buy this add on because I sort of figured the machine was too small to use as a backhoe . I worked construction jobs all my life and we never had small machines on site.so I was a little gun-shy at this attachment ,however after watching I am taking back my thoughts on a sub compact backhoe

[@TractorTimewithTim]

subcompact backhoe is slow, but it will do LOTS of work. Very nice for yardwork and times where you would typically use a shovel...but too lazy to do so! I love the backhoe. Thanks for watching. We have hundreds more!

[@Kevin-GOT]

I sometimes find it hard to know if it's Katriel or her mom that is talking behind the camera.Sorry for any spelling mistakes!

[@0re02bruh]

Lol where's my Pepsi 😂😝 at least he didn't say his cheese burger

[@robertpurdy3208]

He kinda looks like Gilligan from Gilligan's island.

[@kw900lkevin]

at least a canopy would help

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+kw900lkevin being smart enough to get input of the rain would help too!

[@triumphovertragedy7860]

Owning the equipment and using it, TEN Xs different than owning and letting someone else use it. I love usein skids, tractors and the like but if I don't own it I wouldn't enjoy it as much. If that makes sense

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes. I don't want to work for someone else. This isn't about money for us at this point. Instead, it is about a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.

[@PhatboyHD88]

Aahh tim this dag gum rain is killin me lol i cant get a thing done in the yard ,,havent even been able to try out my new box blade attachment yet,,, so sad lol,, i was just saying to myself ""Self"" looks like tim got a new bucket !!! Then ya said it haha ,, Go Finance comity !!!

[@TractorTimewithTim]

+PhatboyHD88 yea, we kinda "buried the lead" on that story, I guess!

[@markstewart5399]

My 1025rjohn deer 260 backhoe come with twelve inch bucket I like using tractor and the h 120 loader and just bought backhoe

[@markstewart5399]

U need to bxpanded thumb for ur backhoe I got one

[@johnhammack12]

he should have put a tarp off the gutter with spring clamps an kept the work area dry... now who's the engineer...? non-union scale of course...ha

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Now, that would have been a bit of 'over-engineering'!

[@johnhammack12]

Tractor Time with Tim dag nabit just when I'm thought it was on to sompin.....bang.....ya shoot me down..lol

[@haroldsoderquist216]

Tim needs a Pepsi and a cheeseburger

[@Ted222-q7x]

Finn

[@matthewcoy9890]

Not trying to be a A-hole but you should not allow someone down in the hole and dig over their head like that

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Ha. didn't take too long for someone to comment on this. No one dug OVER ANYONES head. The camera angles looked much worse than reality.