Digging a very complex basement with a excavator and dozer for our next ICF basement

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This basement has 12 corners and varying grade never easy. we get this knocked out using a excavator and dozer see how we do it.
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[@timmorris2618]

The flags are an AWESOME addition to the shop. Nice job Mike.

[@DirtPerfect]

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[@aarons.wooton5270]

i enjoy how y'all cover each other... it is nice to know you guys are all friends and promote each other

[@calebsimth4562]

Keep up the honest reviews I really enjoy them. It’s nice to hear someone who isn’t one sided. Thanks 👍🏻

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@tomkiser1418]

Made me tear up at the end! Bless our Republic. and Bless you and family

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks Tom

[@pilot9122]

As a veteran I Salute you for placing up our countries colors!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks and thank you for you service

[@lanecazes]

31:15 👍

[@jimvincent6408]

As a retired Trooper, I couldn't agree more! Thanks for your service!

[@dennysitze6567]

Great Addition to the shop! Glad to see you are a Patriot.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@michaelcarlson1528]

As a veteran, I love the looks of the American Flag, especially when it’s a bright, shinny, new flag! Looks amazing!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks and thanks for your service

[@ConstructionMachineryChannel]

Thanks for your service sir.

[@farmingwithbryon9846]

I always love digging basements with a bunch of corners especially in rock.

[@deplorablelibertarian]

I especially love staking a basement out with a bunch of corner points, and turning 90 on every point. Oh man i’m telling you, pinning a basement with about 24 corners would be a blast...an absolute blast. I pinned a condominium footer with 108 corners, it was more fun than than i could even attempt to explain. I would set 2 points, set up on one point and zero, so then I could turn 90 for the next one; it’s just tedious, maddening fun.

[@DirtPerfect]

lol will call you on the next one

[@farmingwithbryon9846]

I’ll be there the only thing I’m doing is holding the recliner down

[@DigAHoleFillAHole]

@@deplorablelibertarian I just did an ICF basement with 32 corners. I setup batter boards on anything under 8-10 corners. Above that I use a surveyor. In our area the surveyor will do the layout and 3 on site visits to Mark it out for less than 2k.

[@deplorablelibertarian]

@@DigAHoleFillAHole....I enjoyed being an actual LAND surveyor doing alta/topo surveys on huge tracts of land, but I absolutely despised pinning footers and mortgage surveys. I did the alta survey and boundary survey on the base housing for Langley AF Base, that was the kind of stuff I enjoyed. We used the Trimble Total Station so the survey work was a little more expensive.

[@markschmidt5036]

NICE, my flagpole has the American, POW/MIA, and the Police flag. My son is NOPD and we are very proud of him for his choice. Great job on a tricky basement and Matt seems to catch on quick. Thanks to all and Happy Holidays!!!

[@cubleycat]

I love the ''educational moment'' at 24:50 😂😂, your just got a big thumbs up for that one !!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thank you

[@jimwesselman]

DP video and a cup of coffee on a winter’s day, Life is Good 😌! Thank you Mr. DP!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks for watching jim

[@kevinkenyon7045]

Matt’s doing pretty good on the dozer, seat time will show. God bless America! Kevin

[@georgeking5746]

Beautiful addition to the shop DP!! I have a two flag poles out in my font yard, one for the American flag of course and one for the Navy flag for my oldest son who is serving in the Navy currently

[@DirtPerfect]

Awesome

[@oklahomachris6298]

Merica!! Pretty special moment there!! That’s awesome!

[@johnquinn3899]

Another great video-lots of info on what’s taking place Beautiful closing shots Thank you

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks John

[@allanwilson4495]

Be proud and support your state, country and your work. 🇺🇸🇺🇲

[@25vrd48]

From a Veteran , Thank You Mr. Perfect for displaying our Great United States of America Flag . Ol' Matt is doing a fine job for a Rookie in training . Remember you were a rookie once . Great video , Keep them cards and letters come'n .

[@glennhunter7018]

Good video again good job operating equipment look like he’s getting pretty good on the dozer he’s got a good teacher My friend nothing to worry about dirt perfect on the job it will be done right be safe

[@wymershandymanservice9965]

The Flags are a nice addition 👍. As an old Veteran I enjoy seeing our Flag present in an video. 🇺🇸🦅🌏⚓️🇺🇸

[@robertwoodward4992]

Love the flags!!! Sure are glad you know geometry. I do understand what you are saying now. ty

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks Robert

[@dewainwoodard4840]

This was filmed on my birthday great video thanks for sharing have a great day and stay safe out there

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks and happy late birthday

[@dewainwoodard4840]

@@DirtPerfect no prob

[@williammatthews2948]

Hard work and patriotism is top notch in my book.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@joncomans6369]

From a veteran, I say Thank you. Awesome..

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks Jon and thanks for your service

[@charlesfreed7834]

Good video that's a lot of corners on that basement like your new flags more people need to be proud of their country

[@gene5022]

Awesome shop improvement, makes me proud😊😊

[@geraldheitman7687]

Nice to see you are a patriot, with both state and national flags, ( a proud Canadian here) good job. Again I like how you are passing on to Matt your knowledge of safe equipment operation.

[@spudman9367]

Vietnam Veteran appreciates your display of the Symbol of freedom! USA

[@blackdogexcavator21]

Ol Matt will get there on the dozer, its just about a little operator advice and seat time. I like the flags. Stay safe.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks buddy

[@chestereckler7491]

Thank you from a 80 year old veteran in KY

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks for your service

[@mathtime4578]

Love to see the flag proudly displayed in your shop. I think everyone should do the same. I would strongly suggest a total station. We have had ours for 2 years and has more than paid for itself. You do things a little different than we do not that either is wrong, just different. You do a good job and I enjoy watching.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks buddy

[@mikeembrey9176]

Good digging 👌 flags look great 🇺🇲

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks mike

[@LilWayneFan971]

You always seem to make me smile in the mornings love ya DP

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks jr

[@TheHelgadog]

Thanks for sharing the dozer operating tips! I really appreciate it as I am quite the novice. I really enjoy any tips given how to operate equipment. Keep up the great videos. Very informative and helpful to people like myself who are interested in learning about operating equipment. Plus great quality videos.

[@DirtPerfect]

Good deal and thanks

[@yamyz1818]

I like how you explain what you’re doing and why you’re doing it the way you are when digging or setting up. I’m taking a lot away from your channel, as for the trick with the dozer and the angle of the slope of your dirt pile and just dropping the blade is a good thing to know also! Like I always say you always learn something new! Thanks for sharing your tricks and tips on what works for you to help me and others! Love the flag setup in the shop it looks good!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks for watching buddy

[@yamyz1818]

@@DirtPerfect you’re welcome! Keep up the good work and great content.

[@vaughnhill3437]

I agree with you on the locations of the pins being the difference

[@bobbydawson7706]

Wow. Love the day and the detail

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@mojo6524]

Thanks for posting the colors!

[@donniepatrick647]

Thank you for the video and awesome way to end it by displaying the American Flag. God Bless the U.S.A.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks Donnie

[@bradstubbings9871]

Love the Flags, of course the basement dig was cool too.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks Brad

[@mikenixon9164]

I agree with your conclusions on the Volvo. Good video..

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks mike

[@thomasdesmond2248]

Matt did a good job for his first. He's no Jerry. However Jerry didn't learn what he knows in a day. God bless

[@rickbell3402]

Interesting to see how you plan ahead on the best way to dig the basement, rather than just sticking a bucket in the ground. Well done!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@mes9260]

VERY cool flags!! As always, love the videos!!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@rogergaddy600]

When you put those flags up on your wall brought 😭 to my eyes. THANKS FOR SHOWING your faith in our country and those that have served this country now and in the past. THANKS AGAIN MR. MIKE!!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks roger

[@martyreiber8945]

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family 🎄

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@tomkennedy5956]

The American flag is the perfect addition to any shop proud to be a American

[@makingithappen5178]

And the Swedish flag for a proud Swede.

[@tomkennedy5956]

@@makingithappen5178 yes if your Swedish

[@tomkennedy5956]

@@makingithappen5178 yes if your Swedish

[@makingithappen5178]

@@tomkennedy5956 I am.

[@thewitness9305]

too bad the flag you see is a war time flag bud www.afn.org/~govern/hornswog.html

[@gordonlilley1283]

Just watched the Heavy Metal Learning video you did. Thanks for the link, Plue some one was taking shots at the Good Captain.

[@DirtPerfect]

👍

[@timtaulu9914]

Once you see it you can't not see it.🤔 Just watched Capt. Kleeman running the dozer and noticed Kleeman dropping the dozer blade. I find that kind of information interesting, I will never be able to use it but, still interesting. Teacher Dirt Perfect.👨‍🎓

[@brucehuff5566]

The flags are a great addition. The rookie did pretty good on the dozer only one cus word haha. Will we see the new braces on this job. Stay safe

[@cliftonhutson5327]

Thanks for displaying our country's flag, I wish more people would display it. Mine is outside in a prominent position. I'm a vet with 2 tours in Viet Nam, 6 years in Army. Retired locomotive engineer. I enjoy your channel very much. God Bless You and your family.

[@randallnottingham799]

With seat time Matt will get better and the flags in the shop looks awesome

[@clydeacor1911]

The thought of buying new or newer equipment is to do so for more productivity, reliability, and of course added comfort. They basically have increased speed for productivity and definitely added operator comfort but are severely lacking and have gone down hill on reliability due to all of the added electronics and emissions. Granted a lot of the electronics helps on the productive and fuel efficiency but also adds for more things to go wrong. And that goes for all manufacturers Cat, John Deere, Volvo, all of them. I don't care for the electronic joystick controls I prefer the hydraulic pilot controls so I can actually feel the work that I'm doing especially when precision counts. Great video Mike!

[@rickburns8492]

Very nice touch to the shop.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@beekeeper5424]

Good work Matt!!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@floydjacksonjr.1545]

God bless America. Thanks DP

[@jamesbergfeld5923]

What like with your videos their are for my grand children to see G rated. Thank you marry Christmas to you and family and friends.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks James appreciate that

[@richardhedrick5601]

Flags looks awesome Matt did a good job running the dozer just give him time

[@michaelkoop6731]

Great job Matt. Ur learning hella fast. DP great job and a great video.

[@6582rg]

Shop looks great. I need one of those power lifts.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@robbridges7810]

Yep I agree pin placement! Small triangle faster but weaker, large triangle slower but stronger. Take your pick.

[@DirtPerfect]

Yup exactly

[@jerrycreekmore2722]

As an American Veteran you pulled at my heart strings when the American flag went up ..... Thank you

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks for your service Jerry

[@littlefinkle7757]

Thank you for your service! 🇺🇸🇺🇸💪

[@adamroberts5876]

Dang it. Geometry was something id use after school. 👍

[@motor2of7]

You’re absolutely correct. The capacities are determined by the joint relationships and cylinder size. Jacking up the pressure will increase the capacity with multiple risks and wear/maintenance problems.

[@bourbonthebiscuit]

I like what you have done with the flags and the hyundai operators challenge 👍

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@f250ford2004]

Matt didn't do too bad for the first time!!! The flags look great !!!!

[@pjs5191]

Got a chance to watch your video early today since it’s freezing here and not feeling landscaping today out in it. Some days that end of the year flexibility is a good thing. Nice video as always, keep em coming.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks buddy

[@Jacks_Mehoff]

Thanks for the explanation Karen

[@DirtPerfect]

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[@tworivertimber6962]

You need a Captain Kleeman sticker where your mirror is supposed to be 🤣

[@DirtPerfect]

Lol

[@bluegrallis]

Then the Captain would want to see a Dirt Perfect sticker where his camera was supposed to be while mowing. How many lost camera broken mirror stickers can you have on your equipment?

[@fuzion430journey3]

@@bluegrallis Hey that’s not fair he actually found that camera

[@jamesmathes1270]

Love the Edition To the shop!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@JoelHershberger]

Absolutely love the flags. When you were putting the US flag up backwards, I knew it would be right before you signed off. That is the most beautiful flag that has ever existed. Thanks for the video. It was great as always.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks Joel

[@larrykeenan598]

Where I live in NC a step rise cannot be more than 8" and with a 12" tread. Different rules for different areas. 9" seems a little high.

[@gwbuilder5779]

U.B.C. (Uniform Building Code) says 6"-7-1/4" rise and 11-1/2 tread is acceptable for residential/ commercial, but outside space is determined by the landscape (not exactly sure what that means, but...).

[@gwbuilder5779]

Aloha Mike, good comparison between the Volvo and the 120. Leverage and the fulcrum point are always the key when lifting, reaching, and moving. It seems like Volvo focuses more on stability and is willing to sacrifice a bit of power to maintain safety. The Volvo skidsteer is the same way, much more stable, less tippy, but seems to lack a bit of capacity and power as a trade-off. I remember watching a video of the new skidsteer when they first came out and the head to head was impressive, but real world is always different.

[@jamessievers3899]

Looks good!!!

[@robertburch3490]

Love people that are proud to display our flag 🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷

[@rodgersnore]

Nice job on the basement! But while putting up the flag I'm sitting here going "Not right, not right!" Glad to see you figured it out, Thank you!! And God Bless!

[@DirtPerfect]

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[@adubbelde1]

Love the flags. I delivered a GyroCopter to a guy in TX. He lived in and AIRPARK. His hangar was nice, big and AC, which was desperately needed near Houston. He had a HUGE American flag and a Tx flag. I loved it. If I ever have a shop tall enough to display a flag, I'll have a big one as well. For now we have one on a flagpole that flys 24/7, and yes, it's lit. I should add, I"m a Yankee Doodle Dandy, born on the Fourth of July.

[@boblinda1738]

Glad to see you hung the US and IN flags, neighbor!

[@dwainmarshall5002]

Looks like it's going to be a nice house.

[@darylb4814]

Chris from letsdig18 mentioned you tonight when he got into his mini excavator with the Pepsi Can.

[@andyellis307]

When you putting the union jack up too

[@kenelsbernd276]

Nice!👍

[@tdimccullough]

I hear you But it's all in the tone of your voice, the 120 has it🥰🥰🥰

[@vincepond2413]

Always love your videos, you do some awesome work!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks appreciate that

[@python3574]

A. As a mech engineer, I can verify you nailed it on the engineering impersonation. The boom/pin geometry is exactly why the 140 has less capacity. A+ B. Also as an engineer, and having grown up in Southern Indiana..... where is your Boilermaker flag? Time to show the Cornfield Sailors a little love!

[@DirtPerfect]

lol little to far south for that flag 😜

[@gregallsup9522]

Awesome Job!!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@vaughnhill3437]

Well i bet your glad your the pro excavator operator. You get to stay in the warm enclosed machine while your help gets to freeze . We are in southeast texas and its 32 degrees here. THIS SUCKS. i lived here my whole life and its so I don't have to deal with all this cold crap. Well god bless and be safe guys

[@DirtPerfect]

Yes very

[@mattgiardina6533]

good video and you are right

[@leol1682]

Like the video Mike .

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks Leo

[@michaeld_68]

Great video especially the end hanging the flag's !!!! 👍👍🦅🦅🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@bjgarbacz1]

Denton tx I use to go there every April for the arts and jazz festival!!

[@lb7wade518]

Great video!!

[@DirtPerfect]

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[@danieldeshaies9476]

Matt did good for first time and every piece of equipment has it's own attitude even if it was made same time had twin Mack's and they were different

[@timdenowh95]

Time to go spend a day or two with Letsdig18 and run the bigger machines. Some day I am going to have one for the farm. Merry Christmas Mike and family.

[@kjellstubsveen2928]

Good work on the house lot

[@DirtPerfect]

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[@bobjoncas2814]

...good one, stay safe..

[@DirtPerfect]

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[@rickster9993]

Mike, I don't know anything but what I've seen about your equipment on your channel. I would think that some factory settings are meant to be user-adjustable. Everything has to be adjusted to some starting point. I bet the factory adjustments are set more from a safety issue than anything else.

[@bradf1467]

Those two little ones are about to get some valuable education of what it takes to build a house.

[@MrNota500]

The whole geometry thing makes sense considering you said it boomed up much quicker. That shorter angle will make it boom up faster at the cost of lift capacity so I think you nailed it.

[@jefferyclark3501]

Nice video and the people that think you just need to start cranking up your hydraulic pressures over factory specs need to see some of Logger Wade’s videos with his issues on Brutus because someone had cranked up the hydraulic pressure above factory specs.

[@DirtPerfect]

Yes good point

[@crazygsxr1]

Oh boy can we que in @letsdig you gonna be in trouble my man. Lmao.