Fixing Up A Junky Marketplace Leaf Vac MCS for the John Deere 755 Sub Compact - (Pretty Rare!)

[@andrewsamanthamadison3320]

“Look how high that is!” Neil laughing like a boy with his first pellet gun! Love it!

[@digdrivediy]

Ha! I was honestly really impressed first time seeing it go up! I can't wait to try it. I'll be covered in leaves I"m sure. Thanks as always!

[@andyb4627]

Love it!

[@FredMiller]

I agree totally with your never-seize comments and I am truly amazed after seeing the condition of the gas tank that you did not have to rebuild the carb. Great job my friend!

[@digdrivediy]

Boy I thought so too. We'll see how it does long term. Really appreciate it Fred!

[@WatchWesWork]

Yep, sticking with the rake! Just kidding, I don't rake... This project has it all: a torch, a sledge, and a slide hammer. Loved the Bronco video covertly playing in the background!

[@digdrivediy]

Now I know who is paying attention when watching these videos! I've been messing with a little "Easter Egg" concept for some of these. You've just won a gold star!

[@sassafrasvalley1939]

Margarine tubs… invented for the express purpose of mixing wood finishes… analine dies, thinning Tung oil, mixing color into epoxy… and, apply right from the mixing bowl! I’ve also used them for small painting touch ups, draining fluids from engines and separating fasteners during tear downs. I used to save Cool Whip tubs but, my wife insists on home made whipped cream. So, I use Country Crock bowls now! After seeing that water in the fuel tank, the crap dissolved there and the general shape of the throttle etc… I just knew you were due for an electrical and carburetor rebuild. Neil, I heard Neighbor Donnie looking over your shoulder. I’m gonna believe he sent inspiration from above to bring that engine to life! My TracVac is PTO driven. That saves me a bunch of time and money on engine repair. However, I still have to leave my seat to dump it. I wonder how an auto dump system for it would look? It would be complicated… but surely it can be done. All I need is a hydraulic cylinder to pivot the bed on the frame. Some kind of hinge and lock on the tail panel… perhaps electric would do? And, a bendable tube that would detach, position and reattach… between the outlet of the vac and the inlet of the collection box. I’m gonna ruminate on that for a while. Having this video for motivation and the Frankensplitter video I am releasing this morning for inspiration… I have hopes that I can get it done!

[@digdrivediy]

I can't believe that it started and seemingly ran pretty well without any carb or electric work; other than the spark plug. I really wish I had one that was PTO driven though too. Some of them I've seen have electric start so that you can kill the motor while you dump without getting off. I'm hoping I can just leave it idle and it won't blow too crazy. That would be a fun project to build a custom dump MCS. I"m hoping that my upcoming leaf harvest video will feature three different versions of MCS units. But alas, it is a lot more prep work to get them all there and running. I need to get over and check out that Frankensplitter video. I'll probably watch this week as I work in the shop. I don't necessarily have any projects to work on but I've got ice cream buckets and margarine tubs to organize! :)

[@sassafrasvalley1939]

@@digdrivediy you’ll know you have hoarded enough small containers when the storage tub that you bought to put them in is full. A guy has to draw the line somewhere!

[@ChrisSipes]

Awesome video Neil. Looking forward to the “leaf harvest.”

[@digdrivediy]

Really appreciate it Chris. I think we're still a couple weeks away but should be bountiful! :)

[@ChrisSipes]

@@digdrivediy My leaves in Marion, IN haven’t really turned yet. It’s been a strange fall so far. Too much rain and the warmer temps have hung around. I’m guessing they will all drop quickly when they do start to fall.

[@bobgrier3103]

Those backhoe forks are pure genius. Glad to see you follow the old adage, “When all else fails, break out the flame wrench.” See you next week.

[@digdrivediy]

Appreciate it Bob! Those forks have been super handy for sure. I'm happy to use the flame wrench, I just need bigger bottles so I can use it more often!

[@shanesherwood343]

Another great video glad to see there is still whole left who fix stuff not just junk it

[@digdrivediy]

Really appreciate it Shane!

[@joesjunkgarage]

Didn’t know anything like that existed for the John Deere 755! It almost looks like it’s a Rube Goldberg invention. I strangely found it’s mechanical ability very intriguing! Have enjoyed watching your Videos.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks! Yeah, I love how these work. It has been great for leaf pick up. Thanks for watching!

[@peterblades202]

Yup always reuse tubs and jars then recycle. Well done getting that going we shared your joy.

[@digdrivediy]

There's a lot of great repurposed containers out there for sure! Thanks for watching and commenting Peter!

[@SkiddingF350]

Cool project!! Containers: ice cream buckets, large yogurt and cool whip containers.

[@digdrivediy]

Ah yes. The famous cool whip container. A true classic! Thanks Verle!

[@russorpcom]

Your videos are so relevant to me. I seem to always look for ( I know I have it but where) and then ponder if I should repurpose old steel. I always save old aluminum pans from caterers that were used for food delivery. Clean them up and I always have a use for them. 5 gallon buckets are always useful. Neil keep posting, the videos are enjoyable for sure!

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks so much RIchard! Yeah, I have a hard time getting rid of old steel that I think could have a second life. There are lots of great containers and reusable items. I"m thinking I could do an entire video on it! Thanks for the kind words!

[@4cornerssmallengineandfabr535]

So thoughts on the bar you cleaned up, why not put some grease zerks there to be able to service before wondering if anti-get everywhere. I no it's extra work, and you like to flip items but there it is. Love you content, you do a great job with including your daughter in explaining things to her. This is parenting gone right!

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks a bunch. Yes, I thought of adding zerks too. The tube isn't thick enough for a regular zerkbso I would need to add a standoff most likely. The pipe that turns inside the tube is hollow and has two holes drilled in it. so I think the intended lubrication method is to spray oil or penetrating oil in the center of the tube and it will run out the holes that are in it to lubricate it.

[@hollandduck79]

Hello Neil. i like the interaction between you and your daughter in the video . that video of the forks board on the backhoe bucket is still one of my favorite videos. really cool to see you so busy getting that old stuff back in working order just with the stuff you have on hand . I have that kind of tick myself haha. keep it up i love watching your videos. thanks for the video Neil Sincerely Hollandduck from the Netherlands

[@digdrivediy]

I always look forward to hearing from you as well Hollandduck! I'm glad that you liked this video and I appreciate all the kind words. Thanks for being such a faithful viewer!

[@DelButch]

Great video Neil perfect length and interesting subject and of course the girls being helpful ,,great stuff

[@digdrivediy]

REally appreciate it Derek. Glad to hear you didn't think it was too long. Thanks for watching!

[@charleshenshaw9099]

Great job on bringing it back from the dead.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Charles!

[@doughadley9448]

My favorite part of this video was the detailed explanation on how the project was going to work to your Daughter and Her response was huh lol another great job both with projects and family

[@digdrivediy]

Yeah I thought that was funny. She was pretending to be interested I think but really just wanted to blow her onion breath in my face :) (reference to end of video of you missed it). I love it when they come out to the shop to check on Dad though. Thanks Doug!

[@andrewsmith4367]

I saw one of these MCS fore sale near me and was on the fence about getting. After watching this video I decided to get it and I must say, I'm glad that I did. It needs some work, but I can't wait to get it going. No more tow behind lawn sweeper! Thanks again for making such a great video!!!

[@digdrivediy]

Glad you got it bought Andrew. Good luck with getting it going! Hope you caught the new video today of this MCS in action!

[@frankbruno7122]

I love that you talk to... us! BTW.. growing up as a kid in NYC an old timer in the neighborhood told me that there had been a gangster that he knew.. named Frank Bruno.. also, a British boxer from the 80's and 90's. So keep an eye on that Bruno there! Very best and great job on the leaf machine. So satisfying! Frank Bruno in Colorado

[@ArmoredXJ]

It was good to see you keep after it! Just one little problem at a time. Good reminders here. Thanks Neil!

[@digdrivediy]

Appreciate it Stephen!

[@ArmoredXJ]

@@digdrivediy You are welcome Neil!

[@DavidDragonhammer]

Time to make a roller coaster for the kids,that bucket action would be perfect

[@digdrivediy]

Oh boy that would be a wild ride on that thing!

[@bake257]

I watched the whole video. Excellent content Neil. Looking forward to the second part in this series, more firewood, and snow removal this winter.

[@digdrivediy]

Hey thanks a lot! I can't wait to try this thing out. Got plenty of firewood coming for sure, but still yet to be determined on the snow! :)

[@greggb1416]

Nice “find”, and minimal “wrenching” (relatively speaking)... Great video. Thank you sir

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks a bunch Gregg! Yeah, so far not too bad on the wrenching!

[@OrangeismyNewGreen]

Great job Neil, that’s a really nice kit for the 755, can’t wait to see it in action 👍🏻. Have a great week 🙋🏼‍♂️👍🏻🙂

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks! I can't wait to try it out either! Have a great week as well and thanks for tuning in!

[@lucasthornton5676]

Great video. The steering shaft was junk. But yes I would have second guessed using it myself. Looking forward to seeing how it works. I still can’t get over how nice your property looks. The gravel/grass lines are perfect.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Lucas! I"m glad that there hasn't been anyone tell me I was a dope for cutting it up yet! It was just laying in a barn that we tore down this summer. Thanks for the kind words!

[@bluegrallis]

@@digdrivediy I own several Allis tractors and have no problem with using what you got to do a job. Heck I bought a parts WC to help get a project WC back in working condition, and about the first thing I did was torch the steering shaft off along side the engine so I could get it apart. I just made a new one later, out of a new piece of cold drawn stress proof 7/8 steel.

[@FeralPreacher]

Good work, Neil. Thanks to Wes (WWW) I found your channel. Bet a lot of others have also. Your editing is really great, as are your projects. Been binging on your older videos and saw a major upgrade from the beginning to now. Congrats on getting the bagger to function. Major hurdles overcome and little to none expenditures made. Looking forward to the next installment. This one went by so quickly I was surprised it was 25 + minutes. Thanks for sharing.

[@digdrivediy]

Hey I really appreciate it very much! I owe Wes a real solid for doing that video! Thanks for going through some of the old videos and for the kind words. Glad to have you on board!

[@johnmetcalfe1917]

nice work Neil.....thats a neat attachment...old jars for nuts and bolts etc...

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks John I think so too. I can't wait to try it out here soon. I've got lots of those jars around too!

[@kyleanderson5315]

That 322 looks a lot like Bill! Excited to see that on the channel as well! The MCS looks nice

[@digdrivediy]

It came from the same owner as Bill believe it or not! I just recently acquired it in the last couple weeks. Not sure what to do with it yet.

[@kyleanderson5315]

@@digdrivediy That owner sure has a knack for finding the bad powder coat machines. Does the 322 change any of the possibilities for what you might do with Bill? You were considering combining bill and your Subaru Robin swapped 316 right? The 322 doesn't have the hp as your 316 does now, but has all the hydraulics and power steering. You may just need to spend a little time with it and see how it stands up to the tasks you have. Throw that sweepster on the front and see how it handles that. Could be an interesting way to push leaves around for the girls to jump in, even though you just fixed up that MCS.

[@JasonWorksAlot]

I envy your patients. I’d have started with the blue wrench. I did stick around until the end, and I’m anxiously awaiting the harvest now.

[@digdrivediy]

I should have started with it too but it's always running on fumes it seems! I need the Big Gulp bottles and all I have are shot glass size! Harvest is coming!!!

[@JasonWorksAlot]

@@digdrivediy running on fumes😂 laughed way too hard at that. Time to upgrade! I’m sure Mrs. DIY agrees

[@Erhorn300]

Great video as always! I watched the whole thing. You cleaning the gas tank reminded me of a time i had a IH tractor with a rusty gas tank tank, and did basically the same thing you did with the rocks but with stainless steel nuts, worked great. I cant wait for firewood videos! Feel free to make a long video anytime!

[@digdrivediy]

Hey thanks so much! If I would have had the stainless nuts that may have been a better choice but I guess the rocks worked out. Glad to hear the video length wasn't an issue. I was worried it was too long. Thanks for watching!

[@bushmannevkoch9907]

Another great film production.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Nev!!

[@mkc0005]

Amazing how so many little screwups can make something non-functional. I'm sure the average DIY'r would have given up after 1 or 2 (which is probably why you were able to pick it up). Kudos for hanging in there and getting them all identified and fixed.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks a bunch. Yeah, this one took a little patience to bring it back. I edited out about 2 hours of messing with that stuck pivot rod!

[@12jeeplover]

Because of this video, it was in the back of my mind to find something like this and of course, on our way up to see family in NJ, I found one for $600 that runs on starting fluid but doe not have the 3pt hook up but the other method to hook up for the John Deere. Just gotta make things work for my BX 2360 and then I can start sucking up anything that I can mow. Thank you for showing this as now it should make my life easier with tasks.

[@andymoss3132]

Always nice to have someone hold it while you beat it before you rod it out😁... nice machine may harvest 2021 be bountiful

[@digdrivediy]

😂 Thanks Andy!

[@johnmcguire5034]

I saw the special lubricant for the DIYer in the garbage can. You are really moving up in the world with Sam Adams! Wouldn’t a couple of those for you and a few rakes for the girls have been easier? Seriously though your back yard genius really showed out in this vid. Nice work with the rocks!!

[@digdrivediy]

Yeah those special bottles don't come out too often these days it seems! I can't even remember how that got in there! The girls already know if I can build them a giant leaf pile with this things so I may be able to get a little more work out of them now! Thanks so much as always John!

[@JeffPedlow]

I just pulled exactly this type of MCS off of my 430 when I got it. It's sitting in a tarp in my back yard, nobody seems to want them where I live. Super handy for big yards, not so much for less than an acre. lol

[@digdrivediy]

Reeeaaallly? Are you gonna use it then? I bet there's someone out there looking for it! Thanks Jeff!

[@jasonc470]

@@digdrivediy I had a guy drive from Michigan to South Carolina to purchase mine lol I thought he was crazy but 60" deck and MCS for $1500 was worth the drive! Still awesome system for the right situation!

[@newenglander4513]

Great video Neil. Your pebbles in the tank trick reminded me that my Mother used to do the same with uncooked rice grains and water in different containers in the kitchen to clean them out. You remind me of one of our neighbours years ago who grew carrots for a living. He had five Ford 5000 tractors just so he didn't have to change implements! Looking forward to seeing your new mechanical masterpiece in action when the leaves are about.

[@digdrivediy]

Why thank you very kindly! Your neighbor sounds like my kinda guy! Just makes sense to have a tractor for every tool :) Thanks for watching!

[@MrThomasfouraker]

Great video and reminded me of my struggles when I procured my first MCS. My pivot rod actually broke before breaking free which led me to my 2nd MCS which is functional. I have considered having the rod turned down a few thousandths and adding zerk fittings along the housing to grease that rod. Also you may have already figured out, don’t let the lift cylinders get too far out of sync because it will rack the frame and bend the large guide rods. It also should have a shutoff that you’re suppose to keep closed except for dumping. This keeps the cylinders from bleeding up and slightly lifting the lid while collecting debris. It can become a dusty mess when it does that. I have found myself jockeying the hyd lever to keep my lid firmly seated. Anxious for the leaf collecting video!

[@digdrivediy]

Hey thanks for the tips Thomas. I'm still not sure how it works so that really helps. I see that the lock mechanisms appear to be working so that will be interesting to see. I noticed there are holes in the tube for that shaft and I assume you can lubricate by spraying penetrating oil into the tube. I'll have to keep an eye on it. I'm really looking forward to trying this thing out!

[@garciafamilyfarms]

Awesome job Neil!! I'm constantly dragging projects home to use another day! Lol I can't wait to see the firewood processing videos coming up!! My father and I spent all day Saturday cutting and splitting 3 truck loads of white oak and ash!! We cut a 50" white oak for a lady last fall and she gave me all the wood for my Central boiler! It's tough handling those big rounds but it's nothing my skidsteer and mini couldn't handle!! Keep up the great content! Thanks

[@digdrivediy]

Hey thanks Travis! Sounds like you have a good start on the wood pile. I'm behind of course but have plenty to work on. I'm for a start to the firewood videos maybe as early as next week. Hopefully it stops raining so I can get something done!

[@garciafamilyfarms]

@@digdrivediy we got 3.5 " Sunday night as you guys probably got it early Monday morning. It's definitely a little wet in the wood yard but it's that time of year!

[@enduser1982]

I'm So Glad you're back to doing stuff, can't wait until see the 755 work, that particular 755 doesn't atleast on here isn't used much if at all. It could be your new mower/leaf/snow removal setup. The 318 Restoration ... I'm Stoked! The length of the clip is perfect!

[@digdrivediy]

Appreciate hearing this for sure! You're right though. I haven't really used this 755 for anything other than the last time it was on the snowblower. I got plenty of shop projects for this winter! 318 is patiently waiting!

[@enduser1982]

@@digdrivediy can't give enough 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍!!

[@d.a.ballou9740]

That was really fun to watch. I wish I had your knowledge/patience, or even a tenth of it. I try to do some repairs on different things and it rarely, if ever, goes anywhere near that smoothly. 😁

[@digdrivediy]

Well I'm just making it up as I go. The only way I've learned anything is just being from not knowing any better than just to try it. I've had plenty that don't go smoothly too! I'm just grateful to have folks willing to come along and watch these things, so thanks for that!

[@ArmoredXJ]

"Come along and learn with Neil on todays Dig-Drive-DIY" LOVE IT!

[@digdrivediy]

Ha! Yeah, just making it up as I go on some of this stuff!!! :) Thanks for watching Stephen!

[@ArmoredXJ]

@@digdrivediy Thanks for making videos and sharing! I was just talking to my wife about how much I can relate to you and your family when I shared your video about storage clean out the other day.

[@JimFinlayson]

Great video. I enjoy the story you tell and your ingenuity. Our leaves are late this year, but the cicadas did their damage early, so it might not be a bad leaf season. Collector goes on the zero turn this weekend.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks as always JIm. Yeah, our leaves are really behind too. I can't wait to try it out to see how it goes. I might try a few old favorites that are still around.

[@rickconnerly4434]

Love your videos. Really like your 755 John Deere it looks new.

[@johnpyle8027]

Neil. I keep the plastic Chinese food containers with lids. You asked a few questions that I think you want answered? lol Check the hydraulic level on your tractor now after you have cycled those cylinders. They were probably empty and hopefully you filled them from the system on the tractor. I couldn't tell if the lines on the bagger were closed. The WD in WD 40 means water displacement. It is a penetrating oil as well and not the best lubricant, try using something with silicone or lithium in it for a lubricant like for your garage door hinges. I don't know if it is still made but for the throttle cable a product called "Dry Slide" is great if you can find it. A good way to clean rust or debris from gas tanks and the like, is putting a piece of chain inside and strapping on the hood of your mower while you mow. The vibrating chain will have it looking like you sand blasted it. Finally. That bar you put the anti seize on, drill the outer pipe and tap it to thread in grease fittings. If you use it every year you will thank yourself next fall. I did that on the shovel bucket I made for my JD 430. When are you going to put that dump truck in the garage and make it black and chrome? ;o)

[@digdrivediy]

Lots of great info and advice here John! Thanks I appreciate it. I can't believe you mentioned "Dry Slide". I had a whole bit about it in here that I edited out but my Dad used it all the time when I was a kid on the throttle cable for my go-kart. He still has some over at home. Now I wished I had left it in there but I know exactly what you're talking about. I loved the smell of it! I like that chain trick for the gas tank. I'll likely do something in the way of grease zerks too for that shaft. Thanks for all the great feedback and taking the time to share them. I am really hoping that something can start happening on that dump truck this winter. It's starting to look a bit weathered. Thanks for asking though too!

[@garrettsilveradoz71]

Glad it all worked out! At first I didn’t know if the cylinders would get in sync with each other but looks like they ended up getting very close

[@digdrivediy]

Yeah I was worried at first also. It was working like a champ after a short bit.

[@casycasy5199]

man that looks slick.nice job getting it back in working order

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks a bunch. Now, I just hope it will work like I think it should!

[@MichaelTJD60]

Nice find Neil! In my opinion those hydraulic dump MCS units are the best collection units out there. I've had tow-behind vacuums, baggers, and sweepers and none of them really seem to get the job done - especially when you've got really heavy grass to pick up. I'd like to find one of these 3-point units with the engine-driven blower someday - that way I could use it on my 318, 782, 2072, or any garden tractor with 3-point hitch.

[@digdrivediy]

I hope this thing lives up to my expectations. We had two trees that lost their leaves early and I missed the chance to try it on those and now I'm patiently waiting for the rest of the leaves to drop. Never thought I would say that! I've tried about every other version of leaf collection and with every version had to get off the tractor to deal with the leaves. I'm hoping this is just so easy and I'll even be willing to put up with a little less capacity and dump more often if I'm not required to get on and off. I know of one other hydraulic MCS mounted up on a 420 in our area but that's it. I've inquired about that one multiple times now too! Thanks for watching Michael!

[@KingsOutdoorLife]

One of your best videos in a while! It inspired me to go by something on marketplace that doesn’t run and try to fix it up! My video will be titled, “I thought I was Koch DDD”. Keep them coming !

[@digdrivediy]

Haha! I don't know how I get lucky on this stuff! It's yet to be determined if it really works or not though so there's still time for it all to fall apart! Thanks for watching!

[@bigyellow1234]

Love the video just got my first self contained trac vac for my old 110 it should get me by this year but will be looking for a new engine and impeller as the engine burns a lot of oil and the impeller has seen better days but it works great for now

[@digdrivediy]

As long as it's working it is useful! Thanks so much for watching Curt!

[@BRadWilson3]

I have one of these on a 318. Can't wait to try it out this fall.

[@digdrivediy]

It's awesome 👍🏻

[@mikelewisoutdoors6434]

Great video. I was pulling for you to get that going. Good project.

[@digdrivediy]

Really appreciate it Mike!

[@robfate8781]

Great job! A little hard work but well worth it for years to come. Great video 👍

[@digdrivediy]

Really appreciate it Rob. I can't wait to actually try it out!

[@thomasleahy3767]

Hopefully you’ll have a low yielding leaf harvest! Great channel. Awesome content.

[@digdrivediy]

Really appreciate it Thomas! There is certainly good yield potential out there but we're at the mercy of the wind as always!

[@nssomedude]

Late to the party, just found your channel and have been catching up. I save any and all containers, 5 gallon pails are my favorite. Old school coffee cans would be 2nd.

[@digdrivediy]

Welcome aboard!

[@carloskawasaki656]

Thank you for sharing , another great project 👍👍👍👍

[@terryrogers1025]

Steering wheel shaft with wheel part would be a nice cam stand👍

[@digdrivediy]

Ha! Great idea!

[@roncorbin1500]

Good Job on that one Neil.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks a bunch Ron!

[@unclealansyard5176]

My grandpa always saved the metal coffee cans.... he was the president of the towns water department so he kept all sorts of fittings in them in his garage

[@digdrivediy]

That's a classic too. I have lots of those around from cleaning out a few relatives' places. Thanks for watching sir!

[@timberhitchllc]

Lately, I've heard a lot of Pittsburghese used in videos but didn't know what it was or that it was a thing. Once I heard your Daughter ask "what needs fixed", I had to look it up and see what was going on.

[@jimmyhorton1504]

Collection systems are awesome! Especially the power dump models. They are expensive new and I don't see alot where I live. I noticed the 322, great model! A friend had one from New and just recently sold and got a new X series GT.

[@digdrivediy]

Yeah this thing seems cool. I hope it holds enough to make a few rounds. I just got that 322 af few weeks ago. Not sure what I'm gonna do with it yet. Thanks for watching!

[@Crewsy]

The 2021 Fall leaf harvest should go great. As for the steering shaft being sacrificed it will only take a piece of round rod to return it to full value. Which is probably less than the cost of the rod. 😉

[@digdrivediy]

Oh so true! I actually pulled that steering shaft out of a scrap metal trailer that was headed for the junk. I thought it would be cool wall art! I'm actually kind of looking forward to the leaf harvest this year. Hope it works out! Thanks for watching Wayne!

[@troyweyerstrass7312]

“Look what I found! Didn’t know I had this.” 😂. This after last weeks video of cleaning out the barn from the last few years 😂. Great job on the video Neil! Always look forward to Sundays…I know a new DDD video is coming out. Best wishes!

[@digdrivediy]

Haha! I know. This just fit in perfectly. I collected a bunch of that scrap from a barn that we recently tore down. I couldn't help myself on some of those goodies! I'll have a video of that someday as well! Thanks Troy!

[@gordonbrown6616]

I noticed you used some of your "hoarded" items to repair the unit. Another very good video.

[@digdrivediy]

OH yes! I can't give up everything! Something has to be pretty used up for me to get rid of it! Thanks Gordon!

[@seansysig]

Neil, AntiSeize can attract and retain moisture. While WD-40 Silicone Dry Lube dries to the touch. Or weld a bung on and tap in a grease zerk and filler full of grease.

[@digdrivediy]

Yeah, had a few shaky shots in this one. Sorry about that. At least that's what I think you mean. Thanks for watching!

[@Fatamus]

Just tagged in and you were talking about the RPM not being high enough .... yeah the RPM will get better over time, however if it don't recover enough for your satisfaction you can put more tension (some bend and some adjust) on the governor spring and that should increase the RPM ... baby steps

[@digdrivediy]

Ah that's a good bit to know as well. I need to get it out to stretch it's legs and then we'll see how it does. Thanks for tuning in sir!

[@ryanshadders750]

Known at work as the guy with the container fetish. As an electrician I like to save 3M wire nut containers they have a nice handle on them where you can put a label and a screw on top. They come into several different sizes and I've literally lined my entire van with them. I have a very hard time throwing away anything that could potentially be used as a perfect container for that one little thing someday. Don't ever apologize for long videos. Understand that there's a lot of theories out there as to how long a video should be but there's plenty of us out there who love videos longer the better

[@digdrivediy]

I'm a sucker for nice containers too. And cardboard boxes. Nothing like a really nicely sized smaller cardboard box that you can cut the lid off of and stick in a drawer. That's why we ate so much Velveeta as a kid!

[@PaulLB7]

Great video. You could teach a master class in Shade Tree Engineering!

[@digdrivediy]

Oh thanks! I've had plenty of practice at making due with what is around I guess. It's fun using what you've got when you can. Thanks so much for watching!

[@oscarcortes8973]

Wow hoho ahhaha what a enterteinment vid , is always good wach people with knowledge, skills and the satisfaction when you try to fix someting and get done you feel like from here to hollywood ahahaha tks my friend for all .. hi from Puerto Ricoooo😎😎😎😎

[@digdrivediy]

Hey Oscar! Thanks so much and always happy to hear from PR! Have a good week!

[@edsecorr7812]

Great job your the best keep up the great work love your videos Thank you

[@digdrivediy]

I'm grateful to you Ed for watching all these videos lately! 😁

[@jeremynguyen6049]

I’ve Watch your next video before this one. LOL, ❤ your video and life at your farm.

[@robsmith7681]

Anti seize does work good, I’ve started using brake pin slide grease on a lot of stuff like that tho, and really like that stuff. Plus you don’t look like the tin man afterwards.

[@digdrivediy]

I'll need to look into that Rob. Haven't ever really used it I don't believe. Lots of great suggestons in the comments! This is great! Thanks for watching!

[@robsmith7681]

@@digdrivediy the only real issue is cost. It’s a bit more expensive than anti seize, but I’ve liked it for a few things.

[@MarkWilliams-vp7xw]

I always save oil ,antifreeze and washer fluid jugs can use those for everything

[@digdrivediy]

Those are classic favorites. I'm guilty of keeping those as well.

[@ryanvalleyirrigation9684]

Hey Neil have you thought about buying a lawn sweeper for the johndeere 755 . I bought one for the kubota bx1880 . Agirfab lawn sweeper 329. For it it works great i highly recommend to you Neil.

[@digdrivediy]

I haven't seen one of those but I'll be sure to check it out. Could come in handy I bet. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@HwllMI]

1) Are you keeping a secret scrap pile at work now? 2) Take the vac out in the bean field for a test run. 3) Junky was a rather generous term but it has met it's match when it lands in the Koch Kingdom! 4) Plastic peanut butter jars for manure samples.

[@digdrivediy]

I had made so much room I was able to bring home some treasures from another barn we tore down. Old habits die hard! We've got a few milk crates full of peanut jars. Mainly we just keep air in them.

[@aaronabbott9568]

Looks like that would be a lot better than the track vack. Another good video man. You just have to watch this one you might get carpal finger from using the hydraulic so much.🖒

[@digdrivediy]

No joke! I"m getting soft with my old age and didn't like dumping that cart anymore. I"m sure I'll be covered from head to toe in leaves now though when I dump this thing with the wind in the wrong direction! Thanks Aaron!

[@michaelmcguire3983]

Good morning Neil! Another fine piece of work! How did you get that lucky ? Or did you edit out the carburetor work? Does Kara know that you kept the stash out back ?🤐. Take care my friend.. oh and my favorite container is peanut butter plastic jars…. Only problem is they don’t make them like they used to anymore not as robust 😞

[@digdrivediy]

Hi Mike! I know; don't know how I was lucky enough to not work on the carb yet! Time will tell if it truly needs anything or not though I suppose. Fortunately after 18 years of marriage she has lost track of how many tractors and "collectibles" are in the barn and doesn't really notice when things come or go! Unfortunately not enough goes though as it seems! I think we've got a stash of peanut jars too!

[@ronaldcamp6757]

Good work! I am surprised you got it to wrk!

[@digdrivediy]

I was surprised too! Thanks Ronald!

[@parkermehlman8785]

Great video, really enjoyed it

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Parker! Glad you enjoyed and appreciate the comment.

[@edsecorr7812]

Keep up the great work your the best love your videos thank you

[@v1nc3mc]

This came together pretty darn well, didn't it? Definitely makes me want a 755-955 Lol. On another note, here's an idea/request for you: So I'll be snowblowing with my 445 for the first time this winter and I've never used a blower on gravel. My question is, could you make a video addressing how to snow blow over gravel without throwing stones everywhere? I know you've got a pretty big gravel drive, and of course a snowblower Lol, so I figured you'd be the perfect guy to do it

[@digdrivediy]

Hey that's a good idea. Matter of fact I need to fix my snowblower shoes that I made last year for that very reason. Thanks for watching and the suggestion. I'll have to see what I can do!

[@ronaldayers6661]

Neil! Love your videos brother. Im gonna need you to sell me that 322 though.. got a 316, 318 and 332.. missing one..😏

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Ronald! This one may be on the chopping block so I may be able to help with completing your collection. Not sure yet but we'll see. BTW I'm jealous of that 332! Been wanting one of those!

[@ronaldayers6661]

You just let me know sir. I can't wait to see the footage. And the ol 332's are hard to come by. I stumbled across mine in somebody's basement by pure accident. First 300 series I ever purchased. I was very lucky.

[@gregmercer5171]

Great job!!!

[@digdrivediy]

Appreciate it Greg!

[@herbcaldwell943]

I have a ice cream bucket in my garage now, it is used under my boat bilge drain. 😀

[@BuildALotAcres]

The backhoe forks were pretty cool.

[@digdrivediy]

Those have been really useful. Mainly when you keep things upstairs in your barn! :)

[@lukeabendroth8157]

Ethanol in regular gas will eat rubber like the missing pick up tube in the fuel tank and gums up everything else. Premium is the only way to go now days unless you use fuel conditioners. That leaf vac setup looks like it will work awesome on the tractor compared to using a pull behind sweeper and getting off the machine to dump it all the time.

[@digdrivediy]

Boy I sure hope so Luke. Makes sense that the ethanol ate up that tube. I'll have to keep an eye on it. Thanks for watching!

[@jifi-0178]

I save primarily the butter-type tubs and the gallon liquid jugs (milk, juice, etc.). It was really easy when I had one of the huge recycling cans and I dumped all my recycle containers in it. I always had a "fresh" supply until I put it out to the curb and started over. I don't have that option now, so I have to pick and choose what I'm going to keep and what I'm going to throw away. I don't like onions either unless cooked up inside a recipe. Strange, I know. *shrugz*

[@digdrivediy]

We do the same thing with the containers that you used to do. Works great when there is a large selection. I'm with you in the cooked onions. I can eat onion rings too.

[@scottsoper]

Fantastic fix up job and a perfect example of why one never throws anything out ;-) I used to own one of those "track vacs" and used it with my John Deere 420 Garden Tractor. I wanted one like you just fixed up but never got one. The "track vac" got the job done and I had other bigger wants....

[@digdrivediy]

Same for me. It worked but this new one is awesome since I don't have to get off the tractor!

[@johnnylindsey5808]

Good job guys

[@Andyrob323]

I was just getting ready to say great work, that’s a sweet contraption... till the end. C’mon Neil! You don’t like onions? Sheesh 🤣 Just joking. I look forward to seeing it in action soon!

[@digdrivediy]

Haha! Yeah, I'm one of those guys :) I don't know where the girl gets it! Thanks for watching Andrew!

[@d.a.ballou9740]

@@digdrivediy Me Too! I knew there was a reason I liked you!😁

[@acamp5468]

Coming over from watch Wes work

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks for visiting!

[@acamp5468]

@@digdrivediy I’m going to subscribe cool content. Ohh and I like you ole bronco and the f150 is so nice

[@digdrivediy]

@@acamp5468 Awesome! Hopefully we see that bronco come to life again before next season!

[@FloridaDeere]

I shouldn't have watched to the end Neil, I can't believe you don't like onions, what's wrong with you man? LOL. Cool video, Thomas has shown me his mega dump cart, but he didn't do a video, I think the hydraulic dump is a cool feature. Oddly enough, I just came across a MC519 cart, not nearly as cool as this, but it may replace my DR lawn vac this season, so I was interested in anything I could pick up off your video. Also noticed that 322....whatcha doing with that? Nice foreshadowing I suppose. Question, was this video shot before or after your hoarding video? Nice video, I'll be looking for the next one.

[@digdrivediy]

I think onions must have been a weed that early humans thought would provide flavor to their rock soup! :) Actually I like cooked onions but to eat them raw? No way! The 322 was offered up to me at a price I couldn't refuse. I call it a relapse after making the "Tractor Addict" video. It was owned by the same gent that I got my 318 "Bill" from several years ago. I'm not sure what to do with it. It runs good but needs some TLC. This video was shot after the hoarding video. I have a weakness for steel and parts and pieces I think can be useful, so I have been selectively acquiring a few pieces here and there. Shhhhh.....don't tell my wife!

[@dustyphillips3166]

My neighbor gives me those square kitty litter buckets and I love them.

[@dustyphillips3166]

The corners make it a lot easier to control the pour when you need to and the flat sides make it easier to push a side in to separate them when they get nestled too tight.

[@digdrivediy]

Those are nice buckets!

[@carlcook3297]

Great video. In my opinion the longer videos are better.

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Carl. I appreciate hearing that as I'm usually cutting out a lot of stuff to make them shorter. Thanks so much for watching!

[@carlcook3297]

@@digdrivediy You’re welcome sir.

[@davidshipulski4532]

That's a nice attachment. More 300 series john Deeres I see 🤣😂

[@digdrivediy]

I hope it will be nice! Yeah, that 322 accidentally followed me home the other day. NOt sure how long it will stick around though.

[@tedohio3038]

I save old pill containers , they are orange and I put small things in them because they are easy to see

[@digdrivediy]

OH that's a good one. My grandpa kept a lot of pill containers! There's some around here too!

[@benmccord8765]

Great video

[@digdrivediy]

Thanks Ben!

[@neilmeyers5519]

I keep 5 gallon laundry powder detergent buckets w/lids, 4 pound coffee tins, 3 pound cottage cheese plastics, 8 gallon trash cans (some w/lids), and an extra 96 gallon trash pickup service cart.

[@digdrivediy]

Hey Neil those all sound like excellent choices in the recycled container department! Can't beat a 5 gallon bucket! Thanks for watching!

[@CherryHillFarm]

coffee cans are great storage containers

[@tonynieuwlandt1290]

I like saving plastic drywall screw containers, they're kinda like cashew containers, Hmm, I guess I like saving cashew containers better, they taste better than drywall screws:)

[@digdrivediy]

Ha! I"m with you on the cashew containers. Matter of fact that sounds good about now... :)

[@johnhamilton9229]

I save my Dunkin doughnut plastic coffee containers. Great for catching fluids and soaking my chainsaw chain before sharpening.

[@digdrivediy]

Another great recycled container! Thanks John!