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[@sydneymcconnaughhay5947]

I love your messages and I try and live with kindness 💕 in mind each day.

[@GPOutdoors]

That's wonderful Sydney! All the best to you and your family!

[@Dan-oz4qb]

Nice beaver. I love beavers.

[@GPOutdoors]

:))

[@thall6076]

I’ve watched I know about all your videos twice, and my two sons 9 and 10yr old tells me has GP put a new video up yet lol, we love your videos your the mr rogers of KZbin for all ages, Thankyou

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning and thanks very much T! A big hello to your two sons! Thanks so much for watching boys!

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Gord! Sand for a driveway. Interesting idea! Sorry for the loss of your action camera. It did make for a cool final shot, though! Well done, sir! Yes, I think he could benefit from some stone in the mix and a crown on the driveway. Take care!

[@jh9855]

In life, one never stops learning. The box blade is a very useful piece of equipment.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning Jean!

[@strshooter7399]

Well, the fact you are open enough to say you’re still learning says everything about why your channel has so many viewers! That kind of thinking allows you to learn, and that’s a great way to live, and makes your channel so good. Great job on the driveway 👍

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks so much Shooter!

[@danmalloy6908]

Great job on the driveway Gord. You might have a new subscriber...Mrs. Dan ... AKA Carla ... sat and watched this with me tonight. She said "very interesting...goes good with a glass of wine". So there you have it! All the best!

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! It was only a matter of time before you got her hooked Dan! That's really nice. Welcome Carla! Thanks Dan!

[@danmalloy6908]

@@GPOutdoors but I still can't get any big ideas!😂😂😂

[@danmalloy6908]

Next step in the plan is to get lost...and somehow turn around in a Kubota dealer!🤭

[@jimp.4531]

a new member to the tree cutting crew.

[@davem4193]

Careful with those beaver shots Gord, we don't want KZbin to ban this video 😉

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! :))

[@jtbear70]

Good looking beaver,😀

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Oh I knew a few good ones would be coming...:)

[@BrutusTJustice]

Nice job.These videos are great for us new tractor owners.They're especially helpful when considering purchasing a new implement.Keep em coming.Thanks.

[@eugenedennis2897]

I have found that finishing off such a job and for routine maintenance throughout the season a light weight drag harrow works wonders. I have a 4 foot wide one that was actually sold for an ATV that I use with both my smaller Kubota BX and my Kubota RTV. I have a more aggressive drag harrow for rough jobs, but for final smoothing I use the ATV one that is constructed from what looks like a very heavy duty chain link fence with sold steel end pieces added. You should check on one of these. I think you would like one for your drive (and neighbor's)) and use it with your ATV.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Raymond. I have a neighbour down the road that uses a similar unit on his ATV for his driveway. Seems to work very well like you said. Thanks again- have a great weekend!

[@rjkorfe1422]

Good job on the driveway repair. Your a good neighbor

[@bay9876]

Two eager beavers start the day. Good grading skills create a level playing field for the kids and nice job on the driveway.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Bay! LOL!

[@ddelano7408]

Hi GP! Sorry about the camera incident. That couldn't have been a cheap problem to have happen! Mike Morgan on Outdoors With The Morgans does quite a bit of work with a box blade. I don't remember if you had mentioned watching his channel before but I think you did. I've been thinking of buying a rotary cutter and called two dealers about one made by Woods and was told a 4-6 month wait and the price just went up 7.5% due to the increase in steel cost! When will this madness end! Cheers from MA!

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning D! Yes I have been watching him for a long time - he knows his stuff for sure. Materials costs, and equipment delays are nuts now. Good luck and hope it comes in quicker for you.

[@edwardkenny2356]

Of all the implements I used with the tractor while working for the County Parks, I never ever got comfortable with the box blade. I'm sure it was "user malfunction", so good for you for getting the results you get. 👏👏👏👏

[@Wheelloader__]

Nice video GP. My tractor has the extendible links. Makes hooking up a breeze. I have a quick hitch. It’s more trouble than it’s worth. I don’t even use it. Box blade is my favorite tool. I can rip stuff up or smooth stuff out Depends on my mood.

[@kirstenpotter8188]

Great video!! I just love the seamless transitions between when you are in one part of the forest and then a completely different one without hardly noticing that you even changed. The way you describe what you are doing and help people of all levels use their tools makes it easy for everyone to understand, "leave no man behind" right? When people see you as a relatable, humble (but also super cool of course) kind of guy, it makes people want to stick around for the long haul. Great job GP. Btw the video sounded awesome with my new ISO Tunes. The sound quality was great AND I could HARDLY HEAR ANY barking dogs in the background. Ahhhhh just bliss :) Can't wait for the next vid!

[@ATR-42]

Top and Tilt is a game changer for BB and Rake, maybe put on your wish list! thank you for making this video, learned a lot.

[@peterkober6758]

G P nice grading always learn different techniques hello to Guy God Bless All PaK

[@GPOutdoors]

You bet - I will Peter!

[@gilleslevesque284]

Your a natural. Cheers

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Gilles!

[@kblalock7934]

Driveway looks goods! Thanks for the video, it helps us all learn.

[@gusswenson7811]

Oh I forgot. Backyard pets are great. Sally and I love to watch all of ours. Cheers hahahah

[@davidedwards3734]

Great job on the driveway!! As a newbie. Also. I'm still learning. Have a Safe Day

[@postman1993]

Nice video.

[@inthewoodswiththecapones]

Very interesting, that box blade works amazing ❤️

[@C_J_81]

Great video! And as someone who has been around tractors all my life you do a great job! Definitely not a novice or new at this point!! Thay was nice looking work for a box blade. I think the only way you could smooth it more would be to run a landplane over it.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks very much Chad! I appreciate the feedback. I sometimes wish I had purchased that landplane I had on loan, as it worked so nicely to finish things or just overall on gravel but had to choose one or the other. Thanks very much again - I greatly appreciate your comment!

[@gregorylewis7493]

Nice video. Im sure he appreciated the work ! I've learned quick that a box blade has been a solid investment. Happy motoring !

[@tonygreen1067]

I would like to see you hooking up the three point next time.

[@danyf3116]

Remember when you had demoed a box blade and a box blade? Well like I had mentioned on that video, I did make my own hybrid of box plane/blade. I just remove or add the backing to the whole structure and instantly goes from one to the other. Very useful I must say.

[@jimconnor8274]

Hello GP, you're right Guy should part with a little moldy money and get a couple loads of crusher run or item 4 road mix. I also have a hydraulic top link so I can change the pitch of the rear blade. And feather out the adjustment of material I want to leave or pick up. Works just like road grader!

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! I'll tell him it's time to dust off the wallet, Jim! A few folks have also suggested I consider the hydraulic top link. Thanks!

[@jimconnor8274]

@@GPOutdoors My rear blade and rake have gauge wheels and you can feather the height.

[@johnpolaris9686]

@@GPOutdoors I would vote for a show on adding one with Princess Auto parts list.

[@TheRoyceboys]

Ça fait vraiment une belle job , très beau.

[@GPOutdoors]

Merci Daniel!

[@colbiecolbie6979]

Nice and smooth ...shouldn’t be any foam on the beer when Guy gets home!

[@chipmirror7236]

I was wondering why you were not crowning the driveway, thanks for explaining!!!!

[@peewee.3138]

An hydraulic top link is very helpful with a box blade.

[@robertschillaci9842]

Nothing like a hard working Canadian beaver

[@GPOutdoors]

:))

[@bl9531]

Nice beaver

[@donmcconnery5080]

Good job Gord. The ride along you provided under the box blade was very interesting. Certainly life from a different perspective. Too bad about the camera. Time to jump in the L3650 and do some mowing.

[@GPOutdoors]

Have a good day out there Don!

[@dhenschel4]

I Gord, thanks for bringing us along. You probably know of the 'land plane' which is an implement shorter than the box scraper and wider that is made for leveling driveways. Something else to add to your collection, if you were looking for something that is....

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning David! Yes I had one loaned to me for a while - it did well and was really easy to use. I don't do alot of grading overall so decided not to purchase it. But perhaps in the future. Cheers!

[@philu782]

Great job Gord! By just looking at the slopes of the terrain next to the driveway, I would personally dig a little ditch or a kind of gullet on both sides to evacuate the water coming down. A crown is essential but the water must be able to flow away... My 2 cents, again just from the viewpoint from this screen ;-) Phil

[@GPOutdoors]

Hi Phil. That's a great idea I think. We thought it would be good to wait till he gets the new stone or sand in and then see if we can finish it up, as best we can. Thanks!

[@garybenedict8513]

Another great video GP. Demonstrates what your box blade is capable of. A crown would help a great deal.

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Gary. I think so too. Perhaps after Guy gets a few loads of material in, we can try to finish it up at some point. Cheers!

[@tomfillmore9710]

good job on the driveway looks 100% better sorry about the camera didn't need that to happen especially when you being a good neighbor that's always the way things happen say hi to Guy and Bobby take care and have a great day

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Tom! I will - you too, sir!

[@rohoroyarrington3224]

Sorry about the camera GP but as the military says....you've got to expect losses in big operations. Your video came at just the right time. Yesterday I took my new land plane and started reclaiming an area where I removed several large stumps. I was amazed at how well the BX was able to fill in the large holes and then smooth the entire area. A couple hours and it could be ready for seed. But I'm going to delay that and continue to learn how to use the new implement. Your tips are timely for working on that. Good luck and the camera hunt. Cheers By the way my ear protection continues to work like a champ. I especially like the blue tooth feature. It's good to be able to hear the phone while working the tractor.

[@GPOutdoors]

Hi Roy! That's great to hear. Landplanes are pretty great - It does such a good job and so easy to use. Good stuff Roy! Me too - I use them every day now. Very happy with them. I just changed the buds a couple weeks ago. Be well my friend!

[@m.cooper1854]

The best mod I made to my tractor for easier and more productive box blade use is to install a hydraulic top link, running off the rear remotes. Allows me to change the cutting angle on the blade without getting outside in black-fly season up north. Princess Auto (in Canada) sells a reasonably priced unit and they will make up the hoses and fittings at no charge other than the parts.

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Coop! Thanks for the info - I have been thinking about getting one at some point - thanks for the info on Princess Auto - I didn't know that. Take care!

[@leokelly359]

I think all you would need is a land plane to smooth it out and crown it I'm not sure about where you live but down here I can get recycled crushed concrete for about a third of what it cost for lime stone. you might want to have guy check into it also. regrind (recycled) asphalt is a good option if you have some road work (repaving) being done near you. its cheap and very effective I've used both and I have to say once it gets packed down its very stable good job on the driveway I'm 10 years into owning a tractor and still learning something everyday

[@watershedoverlook]

I must say that I was expecting a tail slap from the beaver! Another great vid GP...I covet that cab every time, especially as we enter deerfly season here in the Chesapeake Bay watershed!

[@GPOutdoors]

They just started biting me here yesterday. Time to pull out the bug spray...:))

[@tomkeating65]

So, from my understanding, the camera 📷 came through like a trooper. Little bruised, but working. Good job 👏 👍 👌 🙌

[@GPOutdoors]

yes indeed Tom - a little broken and cracked but still filming...for now (I used a different camera for the rest of the video)...

[@yupitfoyamut5988]

Wow if we only had such honesty, work ethic and humility in politics.

[@HuserHelpers]

Nice work GP. When the camera fell, I had a very strong emotional experience. My Canon is currently in the repair shop.

[@GPOutdoors]

Yup . Not the first and won't be the last eh Jason? Good luck with yours!

[@HuserHelpers]

@@GPOutdoors Just got the repair quote. I will just say, had I spent $300 on a good tripod, I would have been a lot of money ahead. Take Care, Jason

[@benjybaldwin773]

Get yourself a landscape rake works great for narrating in leveling driveways

[@davidsembiante7348]

GP when I watch This Old House, just one time, I want Norm to bend a nail or have the saw not cut right. Just one time. We love your openness.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! I used to watch it every Saturday morning for years. So true though - thanks David!

[@colbiecolbie6979]

From the beer store. While you grade his driveway

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL!

[@darcyscott2406]

Nice work GP! From Northwestern Vermont

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Darcy!

[@johnambro7181]

For sand and rocks, you did a good job. Gravel will make it smoother and will last longer as well as better grip in the sloppy days. Cheers, and mto is looking for graders, submit a resume EH. haha. Carry on the good fight.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Thanks John! Much appreciated. All the best!

[@MichaelPicher43]

GP, you really should consider a hydraulic top link!

[@gusswenson7811]

Good Evening GP Pretty good job on Guys driveway with what you had to work with. I know it was not funny but.. I did chuckle when the camera fell off. The words Ut oh came out. Gordon is not going to be a happy camper. You took it better then I would. Stay safe and always be kind. Cheer

[@GPOutdoors]

Well it isn't the first time so you kind of have to laugh a bit Gus. :)) All the best to you and Sally!

[@chrisbarnes7981]

Angle your box so it fills up more it will work better

[@markjones4090]

Nice work GP. I made two 50kg counter weights that I hang on each side of the box blade, I find that it stops the box blade from bouncing around and makes it easier to get a smoother result.

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Mark! That's a good idea - a few folks have suggested that or to put a couple of concrete blocks on it. Hope you are keeping well down there!

[@markjones4090]

@@GPOutdoors Doing fine, warming my toes by the fire as I watch the snow fall.

[@GrampiesWorkshop]

How's she goin'? Nice job with the box blade. Sorry about your camera, but it gave it's all for the cause!! LOL I have been using a box blade for nearly 4 years now and I still can't get on to using it well. It's takes some getting used to for sure!! Thanks for posting and take care!!

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Grampie! Yup, sad to see that one get buried.:( - Learn something new each time. Hope you and Nanna are doing well!

[@VideosfromNH]

5:07 You're supposed to say that you meant to give us a sands eye view of the box blade. Turn a mistake into a feature.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Thanks NH! :))

[@rtlake]

Chicken wire your favorite tress or they become the beavers favorite tress

[@GPOutdoors]

You bet RT! I'm wired!

[@daveyoder1436]

Looks good GP. Sorry about the camera

[@bubbagump4686]

You guys need a roller like TM44 has......... or a road grader....... LOL ! Nice job GP ! Cheers !

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Morning Bubba! I invited him to trailer it up here to help me out a few times. :)) Cheers!

[@bubbagump4686]

....On his way ......... just take'n that old Farmall to get there............ Look for'em round Thanksgiven , he , he , he

[@d.a.ballou9740]

Nice job, GP. You buried that camera really well! lol I'm surprised Guy and Bobby weren't out with their coffees "supervising" the process. :)

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL. He wasn't too far DA!

[@mp3625]

Your hired GP...

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Thanks Dave!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

That hurts for sure. Thanks for sharing with us today Gord, those sandy driveways are hard to keep up during the wet season. Looks like Guy will be getting some gravel for the driveway before long. You did what you could without buying the gravel. Take care and keep up the good work and videos. Do you get much damage from the beavers around there? Do you have any trappers in your area to ease the problem? 🙏🏻🙏🏻👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👋👋

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Fred! Yup not cheap at all but it happens every once in a while. They do for sure but you may have noticed that the trees on the front area all have chicken wire wrapped around the base of the trees. No trappers that I am ware of but lots of dams in the east and west ends of the bay. Take care and thanks for saying hi this morning Fred!

[@peacefieldfarm_mn]

Wow, GP, sorry about your camera. But that driveway is smooth as a babies bottom! I am sure Guy will be pleased! Cheers!

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Michael! Always when you least expect it eh? :)) Take care and all the best!

[@victorskunk1]

Mr GP, watch you always. can you tilt that box blade on that over-sized lawn mover from left to right.... digging more from the outside to the middle...... building a crown on the middle of the road and kind of a ditch at the outside edge for does raining days. Are you wearing ear plugs because of that hydraulic noise. Good job cheers!

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning Victor! LOL! Yes I can for sure but Guy said he is going to bring in a few dump truck loads of material so I figured it was best to wait. Yup - I sure am wearing earplugs. :)) All the best!

[@gregsmith1864]

Nice video. Feel bad about your camera. It was lost in the “action”. 🙂

[@SW-lu9cu]

Hi Gord, Another great video. Noticed you were not using the Speeco quick hitch. Is it still working out for you ?

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning SW. Yes it works well but the Box Blade is not QH compatible - so I always connect it direct to the 3 point. Have a great week!

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

Great living intro Sir 😊👍 Ho Boy, that was a good drop test camera live footage GP 😮🧐👍 Great video GP and keep up your great video Sir Cheers 👍🧐🍻

[@LouisianaTractorworks]

Sorry about the camera GP! Yeah Youtubing can eat some equipment. The driveway came out really nice. Have a good one! See ya!

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning LA! Yup, another one bites the dust. :)) Take care pal!

[@jimputnam2044]

You need to get some crusher dust on that sand and when it packs in it will not wash like that.

[@GPOutdoors]

Thanks Jim! I'll mention to Guy. :)

[@MrPabco]

GP, learning myself. Did you, or if not, would it have been better to set a slight angle on the BB, working up one side and down the other so that you create a little crown in the road? Again, can't tell if you did that or not off the video. Thanks, Paul

[@GPOutdoors]

Hey good day Paul. Yes for sure, but Guy said he will be getting more sand or gravel in so we decided to just fill in the deep ruts for now and when the loads come in then we can try to finish it properly. It will be helpful to try to crown it to give the water a way to run off. Thanks!

[@mitch_smith]

Busy as a beaver.... or so they say!

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! morning Mitch!

[@johnmetcalfe1917]

Beavers...oh boy...wont need the chainsaw anymore..:)...cheers!

[@davidmcclellan2786]

Before I got my tractor I always thought a box blade was a useless implement. After I got a tractor and boxblade I realized I was wrong. Most used implement I own, the rake is going to catch up.

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning David. I had a hard time trying to figure out how to use it (still learning everytime) but came to realize how helpful it was too. I loved the Landplane I had for a while as well - it was really good for the gravel - so easy. Would have liked to keep both attachments but was happy to have the box - Cheers!

[@davidsembiante7348]

GP I'm waiting on a new b2601, and did get the top function hydraulically to alter the attack of the box blade from the cockpit. Have you thought about that or you just don't use it enough? With your I would assume hardware for top and tilt is easily available. Just curious. Would make some of these jobs easier and give you a nice topic for another video.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good day David! I have had it on the list for a while now - many folks say it is a really helpful addition to the tractor. I don't do alot of grading overall but may take the plunge at some point, now that I have the rear remotes for it. Thanks and congratulations on the new tractor!

[@mattflorence6060]

Gord, nice video as usual. I have to admit, when the camera fell, I was laughing!!!! One question, I have the same tractor but in an open cab, have you ever considered a hydraulic top link?

[@GPOutdoors]

Hi Matt. Yes - still on my list - many folks have said it is a great addition. Cheers!

[@johnevans6053]

I would think that a land-plane with scarifiers would work better for this application. You are trying to move small amounts of material short distances. A box blade is used to move large amounts of material from one place to another. Do you have any experience with land-planes?

[@GPOutdoors]

Morning John. I have a little experience with a landplane a while back - it was a great attachment - very easy to use and did a great job on the gravel sections of my driveway. I already had the box blade and decided to make do with it. Cheers!

[@aryehkasinetz5780]

Hi GP dose Guy have a special blend of coffee? one or two cops and he has you do his driveway, I would like some of that coffee as well.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! There's a reason we all tend to end up at Guy's workshop at the end of a day..:)) Cheers!

[@Surferjo]

13m up hello good evening woo i c BEAVER

[@Jamison75]

What camera mount do you use for your videos? I have a B2650 (ROPS) and I am trying to find a solid mount for a phone.

[@GPOutdoors]

Good day Ben. I don't use my phone to film so I don't have any mounts for phones. I primarily use GoPros and I have a variety of their mounts. Sorry couldn't help. Good luck!

[@jimdandy7772]

As I posted in one of your videos highly considering the purchase of an LX2610, do you mow grass with yours? I asked for the turf tires, I have heard pros and cons, I will also be using it to move a lot of cut up trees as well Your opinion is highly recommended Thanks

[@stevesedgwick5789]

Nice grading, but lacks compaction

[@GPOutdoors]

Good morning Steve. Yes for sure - usually I just run over it with the truck but if you have any ideas on how best to compact it, that would be great! Thanks!

[@stevesedgwick5789]

This probably won’t help, but vibrating rollers are good for compaction. 😀

[@craigerpc]

Good morning GP. Is there an implement that you desire but cant justify buying.. or is their an implement you purchased that you coulda lived with out..aka dont use wasnt worth the money. And what is your number one favourite implement to use.. snow blower ? Grapple? Keep up the great videos. Have you ever thought of approaching Kubota to get them to deliver different pieces of equipment to demo or Stihl since you now have 50 000 You tube followers and are a You Tube Celebrity 🤣😊👍

[@GPOutdoors]

Good day CM! Great questions. I'll love to have an excavator but just doesn't make sense to purchase for my needs here (I will most likely rent one this summer to get a few things done). Loved the log winch i had loaned to me but same thing - very expensive and specific piece of equipment , which is why I didn't keep it. I would like to have the landplane back ( lots of discussion on it currently in the comments) but for my needs here, I don't think it is justified to buy both a box blade and a landplane. The BB does just fine. Hands down favorite is the grapple overall. Snowblower is a necessity but grapple wins otherwise. Perhaps one of them will one day - fingers crossed:)) Thanks CM - be well my friend!

[@BG-vq9fd]

Berried alive, camera down.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! It was - especially after the box blade and scarifiers did their work on it:. :)) Cheers BG!

[@morganshelby5804]

I think you should just pave your whole driveway.....

[@1lilfarm]

Generally I tilt the box forward when I start to make it more aggressive. After I get some of it loosened up, I tilt the box back to make it less aggressive and it seems to smooth things out better for me. A lot of the bigger tractors years ago (maybe 45 years ago) had the release feature on the lower arms to make alignment easier. My tractor is too old and doesn't have them. I generally will hook the top-link first and if the implement isn't exactly in the right spot I use the top-link to move things a little to get them lined up. 👍👍👍

[@ronevans852]

Land plane works better.

[@GPOutdoors]

Landplane is pretty awesome but I found it worked great on gravel and not as well on sand and dirt. But loved it while I had one for a while. Cheers and thanks Ron!

[@colbiecolbie6979]

How. Does it go ? Save a tree ... . ......

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! You must be Canadian...only a Canadian would know that one! :))

[@dougdodson7498]

You not a PRO. Book and movie deal coming soon

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Cheers Doug!