These Pine Trees are No Match for this Excavator! (Knights of Columbus job)

[@zachsmith98]

Love the guy who nonchalantly walks over at 42:46 and adds his trash to the burn pile lol

[@jetmech6913]

Young man, I wish we had a million more just like you in this country!! Thanks for bringing this old man along for the ride...

[@malcolmcavalier7849]

Was driving by there yesterday and immediately noticed the improvement with the trees gone now, they have to be really happy with the way the place looks now.

[@border411]

As a Knight in the Knights of Columbus, it warms my soul to see the job you did. Much love and respect to you.

[@williamswenson5315]

Your storytelling is becoming more and more sophisticated as time goes on, Matt. I'm really enjoying the channel since I discovered it several months ago.

[@jontrudell7529]

Welcome to the Club brother. If you Only started watching a few months ago then you've got some catching up to do! Lol. Also he does have a patreon full of content also. Cheers

[@GregBennett]

This is my introduction to the channel and I'm digging it. I'm actually watching for the second time as something easy and relaxing in the background.

[@williamswenson5315]

@@GregBennett Welcome to our mutual addiction. Matt is a genuinely decent guy with a low-key and often humorous delivery. It's easy to see why this channel has grown so fast.

[@williamswenson5315]

@@jontrudell7529 Oh, I'm very guilty of non-stop binging, thank you. He also has merch. Let's not forget the merch.

[@johnsipes4422]

@@GregBennett that’s exactly why I watch it. I watch it while I’m working in the shop or sitting down playing some Xbox or even on break. Just fun to watch anywhere.

[@josephdelawder7089]

That drag really brought it all together. As a equipment operator myself ,you did a fine job. As for the donated job,I am proud to watch your channel!!!!

[@eddykirksey8698]

It's nice to see someone actually puts a little pride in their work!

[@madgekilbourn5256]

I'm 73 years old and I've always been fascinated by machinery. I'm so glad people have put out these videos because it's interesting to see how they get things done. Thank you!

[@FarmCraft101]

Love the shot on the no trespassing sign. lol

[@redneckgarage17O819]

It seems you have some bot problems in your comments Allow me to help

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

Yes, very clever!

[@M.TTT.]

37:58

[@nelsonmediacreations]

I laughed my a$$ off when that sign unexpectedly exploded in half🤣🤣

[@brantleyhudson2892]

@@redneckgarage17O819 It's all over KZbin. I've also reported them. Seems like that could be fixed, but what do I know?

[@markbehr88]

Matt. You are successful because you do a thorough job. Most people don’t. Never change and you’ll always stand above the crowd.

[@brianmoore4360]

The sign removal was the greatest

[@Herbybandit]

I love to see people giving back to their community

[@martingillard6572]

Great work. You made light of (hardly mentioned it at all - apart from in the first video) that you did this job as a gift to the community! Awesome effort for no monetary return. You, are a good person. Keep up the good work!

[@DaKayH]

Who else is entertained by watching Matt work his equipment? It's like an extension of his hands.

[@bnoone3072]

Sure is. Almost like someone picking with tweezers.

[@mikes78]

@@bnoone3072 Watching the excavator yank up trees and posts like a toothpick out of sand really distorts your sense of scale. I wouldn't try doing it, but it almost makes me feel like I could go out to a tree and just tip it over with a solid shove of my hands. I guess an excavator could be called "God gloves" in the hands of a skilled operator because it makes it look like a highly dexterous and powerful extension of themselves.

[@stefanschneider3681]

"Extension of his hands" - that's the wording I was searching for 😅👍!

[@genesmith7151]

Spike drags are great for fairly even areas, to help with the more packed surfaces put an old truck or loader tire on top of it! 😁

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Love these Intros Matt 0:01 @Diesel Creek

[@RustyNail5856]

Excellent job from start to finish. Above and beyond .

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Tgat spike drag is doing a amazing job on this Lot looking nice and Fresh Matt 😮 50:13 @Diesel Creek

[@gordonagent7037]

Matt, that finger on your bucket is so effective and gives you so many alternatives. It was really nice to get your feedback from the owners as I always feel you always go above and beyond the scope of the contracted work, which is always a credit to you. As always your content, narrative and sense of decency were paramount in this video so please keep them coming. Thanks heaps

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Thats a bunch of large pines that got to Come down they Smell so good When you burn them I trim my pines every year and Burn the Pine needles and the Limbs i take off after i dry them Lots of work so far Matt 12:04 @Diesel Creek

[@aks8823]

The Knights of Columbus folks should be very appreciative of all your work!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

What a great Clean up video That bridge fought you a bit Matt 39:37 @Diesel Creek

[@DanDeZinna33]

Nothing better than a diesel creek video on a Sunday! Awesome as always!

[@robertburns3014]

You cleaned up the grounds of the KoC facility very well, Matt! I can see why they were happy with your work. And, you did it gratis, if I remember correctly. Thanks for taking us along on the job. I'm looking forward to your next post!

[@rexoliver7780]

The shot on the "No Trespassing" sign looked like fun!!!!Would love a turn!!

[@chuckjames1943]

I call your spike rake a field harrow. They really are an inexpensive tool with many applications. I used mine to dress up the arena and to drag over horse poop in the field and break it up and spread it out.. Lots of fun watching you come up with solutions to your challenges. You do a good job.

[@orionwarren4244]

Someone's been watching Chris over at letsdig18. Ripping those trees out like a boss, Matt!

[@jontrudell7529]

Never heard of him or that channel

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

@@jontrudell7529 check him out. Great channel.

[@marcryvon]

And leaving the place nice and tidy ! 👍

[@benmac940]

Original or not I love his tree removal method looks so much easier and more enjoyable than a chainsaw lol

[@Hyratel]

@@benmac940 it's the same method he's used before, when he was making a long driveway through the woods at his farm

[@LarryO777]

Hats off to you, Matt. You are truly a craftsman. You make your family and friends proud!

[@daver18qc]

Mavic Air Compass: Try calibrating it where you're gonna fly. Having power lines and transformers around will show magnetic fields that it is not used to see if you calibrate it in the woods for example. It's a simple and fast process, just enter calibration mode, hold it flat, do a 360 on your feet while holding it, then hold it nose up and do the same again. This usually fixes compass issues if they are not physical issues within the sensor.

[@jontrudell7529]

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[@mikemcc5149]

@@molysgtpy1047 Troll GO AWAY

[@dangerrangerlstc]

@@mikemcc5149 they're bots. They don't see replies. Just report them and hopefully they'll go away. Bots may have cracked some code recently. Never used to see bot replies until recently.

[@clintonwiles5451]

I was wondering what they were I’ve been reporting them as porno hope KZbin will get a handle on it and block

[@jonka1]

@@mikemcc5149 Report them then they will go away.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Dji maverick air and the Gopro Drone both are well known for Compass issues as well as tracking and returning issues Good video as always Thanks for sharing Matt 52:08 @Diesel Creek

[@kiddlawncare2933]

Just wanted to say thank you for your videos. My son has focus issues and at night it's hard to calm him down. You, Andrew Camarata and upstate brush control are always my night TV shows that put him to sleep. Love your work Matt!

[@jeffcard3623]

I really like the music the fellas made for your intro! I love your channel, and am happy that your hard work seems to be paying off. I wish you continued success, and will enjoy following along as you let us peer inside your world through these videos. Cheers!

[@mongo5888]

Gotta say, this has got to be one of my favorite series that you've done. I don't know what it is about it but it just ticked all the boxes. Got to see some of the equipment putting in work, got to see an absolutely incredible transformation, and there was plenty of the usual awesome humor thrown in. Keep 'em coming! Great work all around dude!

[@rogerkincaid4535]

Mr. Matt. I have to say that I think your intro is better then the older ones. I like the music and new logo sign, a lot better then being ran over by a dump truck. I think your videos are great and am anxious awaiting the paint job on the Galion Road Grater. Please keep'em coming.

[@johnelewis203]

Hey Matt, the grounds and parking lot look much better. Your finish work is what makes these jobs pop. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@mikeswift174]

Scottish Engineer enjoys your enthusiasm and working ethics. Keep it up.

[@allgonquin]

You, sir, are an artist on each of your machines. A pleasure to watch!

[@MyLevelheaded]

1000% better and at the end having a ball and polishing the parking lot...Loved it...

[@edwardshupe6215]

The Knights of Columbus needs to make Matt , Man of the Year for this job. Good job Matt!

[@Calamity_Jack]

They should promote him to a Duke!

[@wrangler6977]

Super job with the excavator w/o a power line mishap. The parking lot and perimeter look fantastic, this will make it easier for you to come back w/ your mower a couple times a year and keep the perimeter trimmed.

[@playstationsfinest]

Also I definitely wasn't expecting you to wack that no trespassing sign like that that was hilarious 🤣 😂 😆

[@timfagan816]

Brings tears of joy to my eyes, to see someone using their feet, to track a digger! Thanks Matt! 👍👍👌

[@DieselCreek]

🤣 I’ve seen guys fired for using their hands.

[@timfagan816]

@@DieselCreek wow thats crazy! I understand the need to use your feet just incase you get into an ohh shit moment. But fired. That's a bit harsh! I see my fellow work mates using diggers from time to time around different job sites. And it makes me cringe when I see them tracking with their hands 🤮🤮. But they still have the audacity to tell anyone who is listening they're good operators! 🤣🤣.

[@HighMileageOffroad]

Keep the videos long Matt!!! I need something to binge watch while dealing with covid! Keep up the good work man!

[@jimnaz5267]

one of the more unusual and interesting projects and vids. thank you matt for sharing. keep up the good work

[@tjhanlonjr]

Every video I watch I respect your work ethic and style more and more. Thank you for the post. Your willingness to keep us entertained. It makes a difference believe me.

[@ronalddavis439]

Wow that place looks a thousand times better. Great work Matt.

[@Dbiers7743CA]

It never ceases to amaze me how delicately you handle any machine such precision. such a pleasure to watch.

[@LAKESIDEBOB1]

Matt don't you think you have too much tongue weight on that trailer hitch, not the pulling weight the weight resting on the trailer/truck hitch.Thank you for helping the local Knights of Columbus council, that's wonderful I really appreciate you helping my fellow K of C's.

[@opendstudio7141]

A lot of work and fuel for a volunteer job, must have been a labor of love. It does improve the curb appeal considerably to push the jungle back a few feet.

[@shackman1306]

Thanks again Matt. Looks real good. Have a nice sunny day.

[@letsdig18]

Look at you burning in the city LOL You Got it done!

[@localcrew]

He’s a rebel... a loner...he makes his own rules.

[@phillipmurphy4974]

It's OK he got a permit for his cousin the volunteer fire chief. Just picking Matt. Love the channel.

[@Leofred2000]

Its eastern Pennsylvania, he could have burned the whole city and no one would care

[@phillipmurphy4974]

@@Leofred2000 as a truck driver. I care. Care enough to bring in a load of fuel.

[@scottbrown5801]

That machine makes it look so easy to work with awesome job matt👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Hfoutdoorsyt]

Time to grab my morning mt dew and watch Matt go to work!!!

[@johnrodgers6472]

Need coffee not MT dew lol

[@freddyrosenberg9288]

Are you planning on having teeth left over in ~20 years? That's nothing but sugar.

[@Hfoutdoorsyt]

@@freddyrosenberg9288 we all die. Sometimes toothless

[@DieselCreek]

🤣🤣🤣🤷🏼‍♂️👍🏼

[@lukasvondaheim]

@@freddyrosenberg9288 the sugar is one problem. But the citric acid is what really eats your teeth away! Talking about it I would like to drink one too right now

[@nodaklojack]

After working for a week on the farm and an 11hr drive home. This was the perfect video to relax to.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Im impressed with that Spike Drag! 💪🏼

[@DieselCreek]

Nice to see ya here bud 🤘🏼

[@douglasmacgregor3878]

Good job entertaining. I’m retired so I like watching people work

[@FQP-7024]

What, intro caught me off guard so nice to see you evolving Matt best wishes and hope you get the next job done without much hiccups. Stay frosty!

[@tristiandanckert2270]

@@lessie3704 😂😂😂😂😂😂 what a scam

[@ClinttheGreat]

Matt has been walking upright (evolving) most of his life.

[@sunny9895]

I prefer this intro to the truck running over the camera, it scares me every time.

[@FQP-7024]

@@sunny9895 i prefer the autocar one actually

[@donaldgibson3121]

The Knights owe you a big Thank You for that job. Ya done good!

[@danne77sthlm]

Transformed it nicely in to a good looking place again, it really made a huge difference with taking those pine trees out

[@Discretesignals]

Watching your work is relaxing and therapeutic. Just feels so wholesome and rural Americana. Keep up the great work. You inspire more people than you know.

[@chrisgriffin2587]

The ol bobcat looks weird without tracks, sure was quieter though. Excellent job Matt!

[@DieselCreek]

SO MUCH QUIETER!!! Lol

[@justryan7109]

Amazing transformation. I’m sure the customer was extremely happy and just to let you know, I love the extra long videos.

[@johnking8679]

WOW - I see you've got a new introductory opening, with new logo and new music !! Matt, I'm impressed and like it !!

[@drmckinley]

I have the DJI MINI. it works great. Love y'all's videos. At age of 80 I can't do a lot but fun watching you. Great job Matt.

[@Military-Museum-LP]

That drag did far better than I expected. I might be shopping for one after seeing this. Thanks Matt!

[@Johnditit]

Really awesome, that you did this project! Nothing better than giving back. You’re a good man!

[@jurriaandejongh8677]

That quad ride with the spikedrag looked so much fun, very nice edit and music. Also, love your touch for details Matt, really respect this amount of diligence.

[@frankjablonski5086]

I spent part of the afternoon watching and enjoying you work... it is my 62nd wedding anniversary...

[@thomream1888]

Congratulations to you and your wife! Hope you have many more.

[@brianjohnston9822]

The telecom company is probably saying “where the hell did that tree go? They probably had a contract that involved 2 cherry pickers and a 5 man crew

[@waynetaylor121]

You are such a good bloke helping your community in such a way, I take my hat of to you sir........👌

[@Mark_-jq6wg]

Awesome job Matt as always. That drag rake was impressive as hell! Everything looks much better now. Hope they got ya a beer :D

[@ChileExpatFamily]

What a great service to the KofC. Very kind of you to do this for them. Looks like good work. Thanks for the Video from Chile South America. Jim

[@marketmalc]

It was good to see you and your fellow tubers in Wes's vid with Dirt Perfect. Nice one!! Hank, Captain and the others. I enjoy all of your vids. Thank you!!

[@deernutOO]

Surprised NO ONE from KoC there to lend a hand. Volunteers need to get the weed sprayer going to keep the weeds and vines down. Great work by DC.. again. Thanks for the video.

[@patzeuner8385]

Try tying on a couple concrete blocks on top of you drag rake, it will help in getting spikes further into the ground, cause the spikes to dig as you drag it, rather than bounce around

[@mikejenkins9135]

Fantastic job that's how you rake in the customers definitely a thumbs up

[@mrbluesky9891]

Just love to see a no BS guy at work. Keep doin it Mat. Best wishes from Wales UK. Oct 2021

[@dafyd242]

little suggestion Matt for the camera lens. if it has provision on the front for filter attachments, local camera shop or Amazon should have a filter called a skylight lens or UV lens. used one for years on my camera lens. it helps to protect very expensive lens from being ruined by accidental knocks and scratches, and their cheap insurance.

[@Digital-Dan]

As a left-coaster, I have almost forgotten that open fires to burn vegetation was once a common thing.

[@DieselCreek]

Still is here

[@Mikieperson]

Also from the west coast… 2 towns neighboring mine have burned down in recent years, and I’ve been evacuated for fires so many times in last 5 or so years.. now I have ptsd issues with fires.. XD so him starting those trees on fires scared the sh*t out of me.

[@mjojo1000]

That's a good idea pulling the trees up without cutting them down and dealing with stumps and breaking someone lawnmower Matt your a genius

[@gwpsr58]

Guy from next door didn't know you were filming him bringing his trash over, past his own dumpster, to burn in your pile. Classy. Also, sneak peak - 3 pt chipper?

[@ronaldheit196]

I noticed that to. Looked like plastic which is illegal to burn and could have resulted in fines for the NOK owners. Thankfully he has video of it prove who did it.

[@michaelowen1750]

looks more like a silage blower for filling silos... not nearly heavy enough to be a chipper...

[@wildtimbrown]

​@@jontrudell7529 Its "there" not "their" Skippy. But then we already knew you were not the sharpest crayon in the box...

[@jontrudell7529]

@@wildtimbrown R U the internet Spelling Police? Who gives a fu©k

[@benmac940]

@@wildtimbrown its a comment on you tube, not a university thesis. Get over it

[@evan._kumar]

32:44 sad goodbye to your favorite childhood bridge

[@Kyle-ep8yt]

Matt, The new logo is legit. I'm scratching my head on why you need an old silage blower though. Keep up the great content!

[@jrleininger4110]

Snowblower??

[@J-1410]

@@jrleininger4110 I don't think it would make a lot of sense to convert one of those to that...

[@DieselCreek]

Hehe! Stay tuned!!

[@davetaylor4741]

Very entertaining. Very delicate tree plucking surrounded by wires. Came out good. They should be happy. Especially given the price. Good job.

[@RumMonkeyable]

This KOC has a beautiful property! Looks so much better after your clean-up, Matt! 👍😎💕

[@porthole12]

That KofC club ought to be very, very grateful they have you as a member!

[@dfusit]

Excellent job from start to finish. The transformation from overgrown and unkept to the final product was very satisfying. The property owners have got to be thrilled. You are a great person helping out your community Matt. Great new logo and can’t wait to see your new sign that SOT Metalworks made for you hanging up in your shop somewhere.

[@jeffdinges8880]

Excellent job my friend. Always good to watch a good video of a man who knows what he's doing. If you don't just keep on driving until you get it done.

[@MKMALM2024]

Great Job Matt. I love how you take pride in your work. A lot of people would have back dragged the lot With a bucket and called it good but the spike drag was an extra step and looks great 👍

[@derekbleeker4307]

it is always a pleasure to watch you and the ho and bobcat in action

[@owenparker6651]

Not much more enjoyable than watching a highly skilled machine operator operating skillfully. Thanks for sharing, Matt!

[@darrylthehorntoadpiper]

Right on Matt is outstanding!!!!

[@ewanstewart8011]

Great job Matt makes the parking lot look a great deal bigger 👍🏻

[@bentaylor8342]

Fine job Matt, I am surprised though that the power company doesn't keep their right of way cleared, they do in my part of the country

[@JoelHaasnoot]

My son (almost 3) loves your videos - he's obsessed with diggers and anything with an engine. The time lapse music is also a great hit, his twin sister said "let's dance!"

[@yqwgjsg]

Damn Matt! Don’t ever touch an unknown power wire especially when you know there is damage. You can’t just look at it and know it’s not hot. If you are going to do much work in proximity to wires or conduit you might invest in a voltage tester. Not a volt meter but a no touch tester that can pickup the presence of power with a touch of a button.

[@DieselCreek]

I did know it was off actually. I turned it off in the box

[@yqwgjsg]

@@DieselCreek Brother I love you but unless you are 100% sure of where that wire was terminated or that it wasn’t damaged and shorted to a hot wire, don’t touch it. I was a telephone man for many years. Once after a storm I was working to restore service after a tree knocked down the drop wire to the house. I reached to pull the drop free but stopped about an inch before I grabbed it. I got my tester and sure enough the drop somehow had 14.4 kilovolts on it. I stopped and called the power company. The power was coming from another downed tree several houses away. I’m not a safety nazi but many years in the field taught me a few things.

[@davidfist7801]

That parking lot looks a thousand times better. Kudos to you Matt!

[@brucegarrett7232]

Your Japanese Knot Weed is probably like our Kudzu in Louisiana, everywhere.

[@wb2vsj]

Same in NC! I don't think even goats like it.

[@bruceleealmighty]

Nice satisfying video. Love the sound of a turbo shining up when you left the lot. Prestige Pawn bumper still has to be the best I've heard in a very long time.

[@johnminto7723]

Looks great Matt! They are luck to have you to clean that over-grown mess up! Christine would tune that parking lot up real nice too.

[@konradgerats1436]

Enjoy your KZbin channel. Very reminiscent of Thunderbirds! Every episode a different machine comes out to do a job. Thanks for a professional show. From Gazipaşa in Turkey.👍