Fixing a Pretty Bad Mud Spot in the Track below Curve 10

This was a pretty bad mud spot. In today's video we will get it all fixed
back up so track is in fairly good shape and safer for trains to run on.
See video on Crib Sweeping on Curve 32:
• Crib Sweeping a Really...
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Mine. My job is railroad track maintenance. I am very fortunate to
have this job and everyone at the mine is very fortunate to have
Iron Senergy as it's current owner. Our past owners had every
intention of shutting this mine down, but Iron Senergy took
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#mudspottrack#track

[@tsufordman]

Engine noise is the background music we're here for.

[@GPz84]

Truth

[@no_more_free_nicks]

It is like those electric tools review videos where you go to see and hear how it is working, and they put this bad music, so you cannot hear what is happening.

[@hhawg1]

We're here for? Speak for yourself.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music tsufordman. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@wolvesone]

i have to agree with others no music is much better i would rather hear you and the machines its soothing

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Wolvesone. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@wolvesone]

of course my friend and keep up the good work and be safe @@ccrx6700

[@jamesmisener3006]

I prefer no music when you or anyone is talking. Thanks Dave. Cheers 🇨🇦

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music James. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@PrenticeBoy1688]

Uh oh, I think I've detected a CSIS operative. After our railroad maintenance secrets, are you? Where abouts in Metric-America do you live? I've extended relations and friends who are more like family than blood relations in the Niagara Region. All throughout the Golden Horseshoe, actually.

[@ccrx6700]

@@PrenticeBoy1688 SW Pa. Bout an hour straight south of Pittsburgh

[@PrenticeBoy1688]

@@ccrx6700 I know that, Dave! I'm over in the Youngstown, Ohio area. The original commenter used a 🇨🇦 in his comment.

[@ccrx6700]

@PrenticeBoy1688 ooops okay 😊

[@johnsimms6778]

I appreciate the company allowing you to post these educational videos.

[@chipsrafferty8362]

They’re lucky to have him.

[@johnsmart964]

We can only concur!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment John and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@alro2434]

No music Dave, the machinery and your calm, steady & enthusiastic voice are music to our ears. Looks like the hillside runoff without additional drainage keeps everything under the ballast wet & the rock just gets pushed down deeper & deeper while the mud rises. A little coal dust can turn a lotta mud all black.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Alro. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend and you are right about the drainage needed, hopefully we can get that taken care of pretty soon.

[@lawrietaber657]

Another good one Dave sorry but the music drowns out the engine and working sounds which I love to hear many thanks my friend.

[@benwille6680]

Looper "music" is mind numbing. Just keep up the great educational videos without any music. Thanks Dave !

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Ben. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@theBounder98]

Dave: thank you for making railroading interesting and informative for those who know nothing about it and your enthusiasm really makes it

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write with the nice comment TheBounder, glad to hear you are enjoying the videos. Thanks so much for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@warrenfromga9945]

Dave, your videos are so educational and your narration is so well done that no music is required. At least that is my thought and preference. If I want music, I will tune in to the Grand Ole Opry. :) Thanks for sharing your day and educating us on how a railroad works. Also, thanks to your Employer for allowing you to do this. Take care.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Warren. Loved the tune in to Grand Ole Opry! Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@dangercloseusmc6902]

It seems like there is always something to fix, shore up, or replace. A never ending job. I think most people have no idea how much there is to do and what an incredible level of knowledge and hard work there is.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment dangercloseusmc. You are right, most folks don't realize what all it takes to keep trains running, at least these videos are showing some of what all it takes. Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@peteengard9966]

I don't mind the music as long as the volume is lower than the person talking. Thank you for the video.

[@ccrx6700]

Thanks for your thoughts on the music Pete, most folks are not in favor of it or else turn it down a lot lower. And you are welcome for the video sir.

[@bradfordthompson8326]

Super Track. DAVE MAKES A HARD JOB LOOK EASY AND FUN...😊OUR RAILWAY IS NO WAY NEAR "SUPER Dave's. .....But track work is very rewarding....Dave are you like us....After you fix,repair,Change ties,Tamp... Then "THE FIRST TRAIN OVER " IS LIKE watching your Daughter walk for her first time😊😊😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤?

[@ccrx6700]

That's pretty much it Bradford, I get excited at seeing that first train over a spot I fixed, that's railroading.....:-) Thank you for the kind words.

[@richardaustin2640]

Great work Dave. Always interesting to see how these problems are tackled. Know how proud you are of keeping the track in the best shape you can 👍

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Richard, glad you enjoyed. Thank you so much for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@SteveMikre44]

Dave, Thank you for filming this video about dealing with this bad mud spot and once again making it safe. I have to admit I wasn't a fan of the music. I much prefer listening to you and the rumble of the track equipment...

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment and also to share your thoughts on the music Steve. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@dalecaldwell9096]

Thank you for taking the time to post these videos...Learning allot. Love railroading. I don't even hardly watch movies anymore. Love the videos and live streams..Thanks again Dave.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in the nice comment Dale, glad to hear you enjoyed. Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@railfan439]

Dave, YOU are the important person in your videos. Your voice, not some music loop. I want to hear what YOU have to say. If I wanted to hear music, I would listen to the radio. Thanks for the video. Jon, on the U.P., Pacific Coast Line, Santa Barbara Sub, M.P. 404.5.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Jon. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@seinanfletcher6076]

You provide enough content to where the music isn't needed. Hearing the sounds of the it's actually really cool.

[@ccrx6700]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the music Seinan. Most felt the music was not a good idea. Appreciate your kind words and for taking the time to watch the fixing a mud spot show my friend.

[@greatnorthernrailwaytother4711]

Hi Dave, Always enjoy you videos. (Not a fan of the music when talking.) When I started in the railways over here in Victoria, Australia we used Electromatic Tampers, these were replaced with Plasser Tampers, both were difficult to maintain and needed a high level of mechanical skill. Eventually we changed to the 6700s, they were much cheaper to purchase but also much easier and to use and maintain. I have retired now but never thought of using the switch function on the 6700 to push muddy ballast out of the tie end cribs. Good work. Cheers Pete.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment and also to share your thoughts on the music Pete. You can go back to your RR now and share with them a new way to use that 6700.... :-) Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@ariesarethebest271]

I love how excited your work makes you. You have an adorable child like smile, which shows everytime your face is on video. Keep up the excellent work. Your company is lucky to have such a high spirited employee who takes pride in his work. 👍👍

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the very kind comment ariesarethebest. That was really nice of you to say those things. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@tonypike5785]

Dave i will sleep better knowing you on the job ! Thanks for teaching me.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Tony. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@trainman2k]

Dave: Love your videos and you sharing the knowledge you've gained, but the background music - I vote 'NO' May God always keep you safe and healthy.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Trainman. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@lewistodd9242]

Another great video of track repairs. I really enjoy how you show us the before and after plots. Have a great weekend my friend.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Lewis, glad you enjoyed. Thanks so much for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@eddie8279]

I appreciate all the effort you put in to share railroading with us. very imformative👍

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Eddie. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@robertwblackledge8693]

here to enjoy the sounds of railroading! sounds like a small circus dave. WTH?

[@robertwblackledge8693]

thanks to your company allowing you the freedom to share!

[@ccrx6700]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the Robert. Most folks are not in favor of the music either. Appreciate also your taking the time to watch the video on fixing a bad mud spot my friend.

[@PappysPotluck]

Thanks Dave, end result looked great, as I knew it would, thanks for showing all 3 pieces, the Tamper, Regulator, and Ballast car. Good stuff

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Pappy. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@earlschmitt884]

It sounds like you grew up with the Laurence Welk show like I did. WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL.

[@ccrx6700]

I certainly did Earl....:-) And a 1 and a 2..... Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track and writing in my friend.

[@carlwilmoth5574]

Music over by is great, much much better than most overlay music, similar videos what I have watched thank you. Keep on keep on great work

[@ccrx6700]

Thank you for taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Carl. We also appreciate very much your watching the video on fixing a mud spot my friend.

[@johnmayer158]

Hi Dave! Great job on dealing with the mud! Tough battle, especially this time of the year. Per your request, on the music, it it ok, just a wee bit loud as it wants to drown out your voice when you're talking. If you could soften the volume up by about half so you could be clearly heard, it would be better. Hope this helps. Good luck, sir! And greetings from Southern Michigan!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music John. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music and/or it was too loud. I got lot's more mud spots to do too..... sigh.... Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@markcostello5118]

I just happened to run into this and knew You would like it. Keep on rolling the video's they don't get stale here.

[@ccrx6700]

Thank you for taking the time to write in with the nice comment Mark. We do appreciate your checking out the video on fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend. Videos will keep on rollin....:-)

[@chrisquinlan3012]

Yikes!!! Dave I think my Electromatic Tamper Graphliner induced PTSD just kicked in watching that "modern" TV screen in the cab ! Good on you mate ,work safe and keep smiling

[@ccrx6700]

That "modern" computer system is 17 years old Chris! But far better than the old DOS system we had before it. Very much appreciate your taking the time to write in and also for checking out the fixing a bad mud spot video my friend.

[@chrisingram2853]

Great video Dave,,pay no attention to the haters

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Chris. And, thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@jynnandtonnyx]

Hi Dave. I did not mind the genre of music but it was too loud. I don’t mind it in the background, but would rather hear you and the hydraulics Thanks to you and your company for bringing this videos to us 😊

[@ccrx6700]

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on the music. Most didn't like it or felt the volume needed to be turned down. Appreciate also you watching the video on fixing a bad mud spot my friend.

[@bowdoin5063]

Keep bringing the railroad to us Dave 😃

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in Bowdoin and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend. And yes sir, I will keep on bringing the RR to you the good Lord willing.

[@donnieenfusse9038]

Hello Dave, another great and informative video as always. I been going through your playlists and watching videos. I was admitted to the hospital Thursday night around 10pm. I’m having surgery in the morning possibly having my 4th toe amputated and bone removed due to osteomyelitis. Looking at 4 weeks of IV antibiotics once I leave here. On the upside I get to watch all these great railroad videos. Take care and happy rails.

[@ccrx6700]

Oh wow, that doesn't sound good Donnie. Hoping things work out for you and please keep me informed how you are doing, we will be praying for you my friend.

[@donnieenfusse9038]

@@ccrx6700 thanks for the prayers surgery was Sunday and it went well. I’m waiting for my pathology results to find out if I have to have IV antibiotics at home. Should know something tomorrow or Thursday. I have a 1 inch by 1 inch and 2 inches deep open hole on the bottom of my foot that has too heal from inside out. My 4th toe was amputated and cut to my ankle about 20 stitches. But I’m in good spirits. God is good to me and has blessed me. Thanks again for the prayers Blessings to you and your family

[@ccrx6700]

@donnieenfusse9038 great to hear your in good spirits Donnie, that greatly helps. Take care of yourself buddy. 😊👍

[@bradley-eblesisor]

A clean job is a happy job! I vote no music, or very low if you must. Another great video! Thanks Dave!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Bradley. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music.

[@richardvignola8000]

I could love your job just watching you love it. Great video, thanks.

[@ccrx6700]

Now that's a comment I've never gotten before Richard! Yes I do love my job and am pleased to be able to share it with you guys. Thanks so much for the nice comment and for watching my friend.

[@aikovanhulsen4798]

you're asking: Music is not needed. I love the sound of machines and your voice. Don't bother with music. Love your vids. thank you.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Aikovanhulsen. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@rondevos99]

Love watching your videos as I have ben learning a lot about what it takes to maintain a railroad.

[@ccrx6700]

Thank you for the nice comment Ron. Glad you are enjoying the home movies. Very much appreciate your taking the time to write in and to check out the fixing a mud spot video my friend.

[@nolankaplan6646]

I was thinking of you today, Dave, when I was at Metra's (our local commuter Railroad) 47th Shop (used to be the Rock Island Line's) looking at 3000 HP diesel locos in various stages of repair. You would enjoy visiting this. If you're ever in Chicago, plan a visit to one of Metra's shops. I do mechanical engineering and we are putting in new HVAC equipment for this shop.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share that Nolan. If I'm ever in the Chicago area will visit the IRM for sure but will need a tour guide to go down town with.....:-) Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@Hyrev1]

Thanks for another informative video Dave! The music is ok, but I'd rather listen to you and the machine. Have a good upcoming week my friend! 🚂🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃💯👍🇺🇸

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Jim. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@yellowlab5624]

Mud Spot, that about describes my hometown ! Rain and more rain ! Great video Dave 👍👍 🚂🚂😊

[@ccrx6700]

Lot's of rain here this winter yellowlab, it's making some real soft spots in my track, we've got a bunch of places that need what we did in this video done to it. Appreciate your taking the time to write in and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@dennisb-trains23]

Freeze and Thaw must really make your job a pain! Great video Dave! 🚂🚂

[@ccrx6700]

It sure is hard on track Dennis, glad you don't have to deal with that on the DBRX! Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@CCscott]

I’d rather hear you sing than the music. Rumor has it you have a magical singing voice.

[@ccrx6700]

If that rumor was true I'd be on the Grand Ole Opry instead of the railroad CC.....:-) Very much appreciate your taking the time to write in and also to check out the fixing a mud spot video my friend.

[@markhull5776]

Dave, Music drowns your narration out. Need lower volume, different music, or none at all. Really enjoy your vids. Been subscribed for quite a while. Tell you bosses that we appreciate them allowing you to show about railroading. It's nice to see someone who really enjoys their job too. It shows.😊

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment and also share your thoughts on the music Mark. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@2xKTfc]

I bet you and the train crews feel great relief, no longer being paranoid running loads over sketchy track. =) For the music, if I may suggest, reduce the volume of the overlay - maybe by a third or half, as a first guess. Personally, I think your videos are great without music, but I also welcome you to make your videos the way you like to - they're your videos, after all!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music 2xKTfc. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music and/or turn the volume down. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@terryirons1966]

from Australia .... top stuff Dave ... appreciate . [retired loco man]

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in Terry. I bet you miss running that loco, I know I would. Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@morse2795]

Thanks for a good job explaining why and how you repair these bad spots. That water not draining away sure messes up your track. They sure are lucky to have you as a track maintenance person Dave. You can tell you really care about the line you take care of. Please keep these really awesome and informative videos coming, my friend!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment William and for sure I will keep them coming! You are right, water that can't get away messes with my track.... sigh. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@cecilledbetter2715]

I really enjoy your videos. it's takes a lot to keep a coal train going

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Cecil. Yes it does take a lot, specially here with all the problems we have to deal with. Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@briankemp5206]

Great video Dave dealing with the mud. The back ground music was to loud. Thanks for sharing.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Brian. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music and/or turn the volume down on it. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@johndeutsch8079]

Great video and music is good... not too loud .. perfect 😊

[@ccrx6700]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the music John. A good many folks did not like it however but glad you enjoyed, I liked it. Very much appreciate your taking the time to check out the video on fixing a bad mud spot and for writing in my friend.

[@richard_wenner]

Fascinating description of track dynamics! Thanks

[@ccrx6700]

Thank you for saying so Richard, glad you enjoyed hearing it.

[@trainchasersatwork]

Good morning Dave. Great video! Thanks for sharing! 😃👍❤️🚂 ps. You Sir do a wonderful job!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment trainchasersatwork and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@alkennedy1124]

Boy ,did you see that wiggly track, wow watch in the vlog and you will see how bad it looks, I’m glad your not tamping tamping,,, lol😢thanks buddy praise Jesus Christ grace amen 🙏,,, thanks BigAl California

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in Al and yes it was wiggly but is no more, train operators are now pretty happy with this spot. Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@randydobson1863]

hello Dave & it's is Randy and i like yours video is cool & Thanks Dave Friends Randy

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in Randy and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@Bongofurry]

That darn ol scamper has more hoses than a fire barn !

[@ccrx6700]

It sure does Bongofurry! Lot's of hydraulic stuff on that machine. Appreciate your taking the time to write in and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@brucemoore463]

I ran a ballast regulator most of my career on a class 1 railroad! A good regulator operator can always tell when the tamper man screws up! 😝

[@ccrx6700]

Did I mess up here Bruce....:-) Appreciate your taking the time to write in and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend. Always a pleasure to hear from a fellow railroader.

[@StormySkyRailProductions]

Another fantastic video and thank you very much for sharing with us Dave. Enjoyed watching once again and have a nice rest of your Sunday.(Steve)

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Steve. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@StormySkyRailProductions]

Your very welcome Dave.@@ccrx6700

[@johnbrendon6225]

Hey Dave great to see you up and about love your videos keep up the good work.🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🚂🚂

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment John and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@paulogden1672]

Hi Dave, your videos are fantastic. To answer your question, the background music was ' ok ' but it was hard to hear your commentary over the music. Keep up the great work. Appreciate you.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Paul. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you and/or turn the volume down on it. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@Eddy63]

Excellent Cab ride Dave ... Thx as always for sharing

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Eddy, glad you enjoyed. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@1208bug]

Hi Dave, Thanks for the entertainment! 😊❤👍

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in 1208bug, glad you enjoyed. Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@cynthiabinder3730]

😊😊 Learned Something to🌞🌥 day, thank you

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Cynthia. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@michaelball760]

I feel your pain, our track is a pain to maintain also. Many of the same problems.

[@ccrx6700]

Yes sir, we both have our share of problems that a lot of other railroads don't have Michael..... sigh. Appreciate your taking the time to write in and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@kennyhickey5768]

I always enjoy your videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Kenny, glad to hear you are having a good time with us. Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@TheNorthwestWind]

i absolutely love your channel and rr tutorials. youre the man

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment TheNorthwestWind, so pleased to hear you are having a good time with us! Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@TheNorthwestWind]

You deserve it @@ccrx6700

[@ianhughes7805]

Excellent bit of remedial work Dave and your tamper is serving you well. That spot looked badly contaminated and is a lot better now. Not keen on the music, can’t hear what you are saying which is more important. Thank you

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Ian. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@patricknoveski6409]

This is amazing that you can use computer to line it up. Just great work.

[@ccrx6700]

Really glad you found this interesting Patrick. Thank you so much for taking the time to visit with us and may you have a very good day my friend.

[@garykuipers2696]

Speaking of fueling, we had a fuel truck follow the capital gang to keep the equipment topped off. Another educational video.😎🚂🚃🚃🚃✝

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Gary. Got to keep that equipment fueled up! Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@KWMeikle]

Great video. I like to watch the regulator and tamper, combo up on a section of rail bed. Thanks

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Kevin. Glad you enjoyed. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@ericlozen9631]

Great Video - I think the music would be fine if set at a lower volume, very subtle like. If that's not possible then I'd remove it. Only my opinion, this is your channel; one that I really enjoy.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Eric. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music and/or turn the volume down on it. Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@taurus-astrobike104]

HEYA Dave, I'm learning Sooooo Very much from your videos 😊, I think I'd like to do your work too Someday.. The Music was Fun , just a bit too loud to hear your voice is all.. You're Amazing AWESOME FABULOUS Fun Guy and a Great teacher too!! Please Don't Change anything too much 🎉

[@ccrx6700]

Thank you for the very nice comment Taurus Astrobike and glad you are enjoying the home movies. Really appreciate your taking the time to visit with us and may you have a very good day my friend.

[@davenitsch6094]

Wonderful coverage and a great fix there Dave!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Dave and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@mikemissel7785]

Imagine they did by hand at one time, interesting video Dave and stay safe. Here in California the BNSF uses pink ballast in the desert areas but some areas have grey.

[@ccrx6700]

Pink ballast just doesn't sound railroady Mike.....:-) I'm used to all my new white ballast turning black from the coal spillage. Appreciate your taking the time to write in and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@Jim-jh79fb]

To a person with hearing loss it's hard to hear what you are saying still enjoy the videos

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Jim. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@thomasgasaway5068]

I see how a little music could help drow out the constant din of the Tamper working. Knowing you have the track blocked out for the day ,you dont worry about contact with Train operations. Hope you get a undercutter . Safe Railroading in days ahead..

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in Thomas and no worries about the train that day, the loco was hauling me ballast. I hope we get an under cutter too, but I'm not holding my breath waiting for one....:-) Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@russelltrupia4479]

Dave very interesting info. great job I enjoyed it very much👍👍

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Russell, glad you enjoyed. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@kevinlee583]

Love the music but it doesn’t have the same vibe…keep up the great work man! 😊

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Kevin. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@artillerest43rdva7]

well Dave coal, is graphite in it’s basic form. graphite is a great dry lubricant , the fines are nasty with water. 💧 they do not realize water acts like oil in some cases. what a great difference having that fresh rock in place. that will help to keep things well drained and dry. the drier the ties, the better locked into place, allowing the tamper to stabilize the track sections. at the same time allowing any rain water to easily drain.preventing a mess. oh and of course graphite is used in pencils ! stay safe, and keep up the great work! Thank you Dave!

[@ccrx6700]

You are right about that Barry. Coal does not make good ballast once it gets wet, the track wants to slide out or pump up and down. Appreciate your taking the time to write in and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@MichaelThomas-wb2xu]

I always leave your videos knowing more than what I did before I watched, thanks for the education!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the kind words Michael, glad to hear you are enjoying the productions. Thanks for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@davidcotton7668]

awsome job dave and crew!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment David. Thanks so much for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@kenmanzo8471]

Morning Dave that’s a good size mud spot ! We have a couple of those also once we get around to undercutting I will post a video. We just purchased a new machine a Huddig comes with alot of track attachments . Operators are getting trained on how to use.😳

[@ccrx6700]

That would be cool to watch the under cutting Ken. We've had Hulcher under cutter in here a few times in the past. We have looked into one of those Huddig or a similar machine and it does have a lot of attachments, but they are not willing to spend the money right now on one. Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@kenmanzo8471]

@@ccrx6700 yes 1 million is what they spent on her . Yes we also use Hulcher out here in California

[@davemanone3661]

Always love watching your videos. You're the kind of guy that everyone i know would want to be friends with!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the very nice comment Dave. That was kind of you to say that. And, thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@henrynelson2265]

Always enjoy a new ccrx vid!

[@ccrx6700]

Very pleased to hear that Henry, glad you are enjoying the videos. Appreciate your taking the time to write in and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@kenfenske5002]

Always enjoy your videos

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Ken, glad you enjoyed. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@wolfman7393]

Always a treat! Thanks!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate the nice comment Wolfman, glad you enjoyed. Thanks so much for your taking the time to check out the fixing a bad mud spot in the track show my friend.

[@Arkay315]

Mud is always a nuisance, keep up the good track work.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Arkay. I got my share of mud problems here..... sigh Thank you for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@brianhickey5949]

It's a slow and steady process and the result is very good :) That mud is just nasty stuff :) We can't have sliding track otherwise there might be a derailment. Excellent explanation! I going to check out #3 limestone and see what makes it good for ballast :)

[@ccrx6700]

Sliding track is not good for sure Brian. Thank you for the nice comment and for taking the time to watch my friend. #3 makes for good ballast because of it's size. It locks in to the ties well and also is good for drainage.

[@jeffreyleckrone7593]

Thanks Dave, love your video.

[@ccrx6700]

Your welcome, glad you enjoyed Jeffrey. Very much appreciate your taking the time to check out the video on fixing a bad mud spot and write in my friend.

[@raymondsprengelmeyer1278]

Thank you for sharing your beautiful work Dave! It feels good to get a hard job done!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the kind words Raymond and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@jimlove8144]

Good show today, really enjoyed it.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Jim, glad you enjoyed. Thanks so much for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@TheDrew2022]

Would love to see an undercutting operation on your track. I get the cost considerations why it may not be possible, but would love to see it done, some good solid revitalization.

[@ccrx6700]

For sure on that TheDrew. We need a lot of under cutting done here! Big problem is the amount of time it takes to do it and put the track back in service. They like to run trains here and don't give me a whole lot of down track time. Appreciate your taking the time to write in and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@TheDrew2022]

@@ccrx6700 I've noticed your down time seems quite short, compressed my boss would call it. If coal's not flowing, money's not making which I totally get. :-) Been watching for a while now, love the videos, even the non-track ones like the recent repair to one of the engines.

[@ccrx6700]

@@TheDrew2022 👍😊

[@ccrx6700]

@@TheDrew2022 👍😊

[@louislabouskie8488]

Dave “Thats Railroading”👍

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate the nice comment Rocket Couch and you are right! Thank you for taking the time to visit with us and watch the video. May you have a very good day my friend.

[@revharrycwigmoreiii5787]

Thanks Dave for posting, fine job well done, my friend.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Rev. Harry. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@katienkids6464]

Another excellent video! I enjoyed it!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment Katie and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@Mrbfgray]

Once did contract work repairing track maintenance rigs for U. Pacific, NorCali. Interesting unique machines.

[@ccrx6700]

Yes they are, amazing what some of these RR machines can do and sometimes pretty frustrating when they break down as you probably well know Mrbfgray. Very much appreciate your taking the time to write in and also for checking out the fixing a bad mud spot video my friend.

[@danielrongo2367]

Cool stuff

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in Daniel and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@dougsturgill1356]

I would like to have just your commentary and the sounds of the equipment, it is easier to hear you without it,thank you,you are a pleasure to listen to

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music Doug. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@RFMCabooseNP1713]

Great job. Very interesting.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in with the nice comment, glad you enjoyed RFM. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@dyoung3536]

Seems like a good job for one of Loram's shoulder ballast cleaners and then use their railvac's to excavate the middle, haul it off and screen out the coal.

[@ccrx6700]

It sure would be however since we do not interchange with another RR no way to get one of those huge machines in here dyoung. Appreciate your taking the time to write in and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@JK-zx3go]

Good to see you Dave.

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in JK and for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.

[@tmc75rs]

The music is not necessary. I like hearing the equipment!

[@ccrx6700]

Appreciate your taking the time to write in and share your thoughts on the music tmc. Majority of comments so far is overwhelmingly saying no to the music. Thank you also for watching the fixing a bad mud spot in the track my friend.