How to & How Much- Everything I learned buying these from Richie Brothers

[@Spunky-iq8jm]

I just purchased a brand new self-loading motorized wheelbarrow from a seller who bought that and a mini-excavator from Richie Brothers in Grand Prairie, Alberta. The seller told me that the mini excavator tipped over on an incline and the operator was lucky that he didn't get seriously hurt or killed. The cage on the machine saved him. As a result, the seller decided that he would not risk using the self-loading wheelbarrow machine on that terrain, so he decided to sell it. We have an almost flat yard, so it won't be an issue. But we all have to be aware of the limitations of these machines and our skil level. These machines are labour savers and the price point is a fraction of the big name brands. But like an ATV, they can seriouly injure or kill if the operator is not careful. I am looking forward to trying my machine soon. At age 68, I do not want to slug a manual wheelbarrow during our landscaping project.

[@atkgrl]

I’ve been in the market for a backhoe and loader for about 2 years trying to clear this land I’ve looked at Alibaba for a little longer but worried about reliability. So now I’m all in Thank you my yard will now be filled with mini equipment! Yeahhh thank you seriously TY

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thank you very much, that was very generous. I will have 6 month reviews and maintenance coming out in the next week or two, spoiler alert. I am very satisfied I think they are great tool... reliably was a concern of mine and so far i have not put a dent in them, and i feel like if do, i am now familiar enough with them that i really think i could fix pretty much anything on it

[@clarkmarkey1498]

This is going to be an interesting adventure. Thank you for sharing this with all of us.

[@timtharp835]

I've been an equipment operator for most of my working career. I would have no problem with buying these items for work they were suited for. A good deal

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thanks man... i appreciate hearing that

[@tracy419]

Some of us don't mind the talking and are intelligent enough to figure out video speed controls and skipping where necessary so do your videos how you enjoy doing them. It's your business, you may as well have fun with it. Plus, some of us like to hear the types of situations we might get into if we want to buy one of these ourselves.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

Thanks for that!

[@joegarage6132]

I had a Bobcat 642 skid steer with a 4 cyl industrial engine. It was a good machine and very usable. I bought a used bobcat E26 excavator with very low hours 2012 model. Love it but it was $22 thousand cash. I had to buy a thumb and new tracks that I have yet to put on.. They are all kinda jumpy at first you sill get better and you have what looks like a thumb it may be a solid that you may not have. a cylinder to it to move? not sure Any way, they save your back and use them easy at first to see what they can do. I may even look a that skid steer for my property You are talking about money now......4600 killer deal..yep get all the extras you can get...auger is about 100 less than a tractor one...3 grand for the skid steer is cheap, I think again good job...i will look for one just to have for the size, I would get the biggest motor they have because you use it...oh I figure my machines at 300 a day to see if you get your use out of them, so after 10 uses at 300 per use you have paid for the thing in rentals after that it is profit and parts for anything that breaks...confusing maybe but it will cost you to rent equipment.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

all that makes sense to me... it really does help to hear the positive reinforcement from people on there that know more than i do about equipment and my rational was somewhat sound on the rental front and having them available when i am

[@fredrickemp7242]

I think you might not have much experience running equipment, but I think you’re made for KZbin. you have a very pleasant demeanor that goes along way. Be careful not a lot of people think that their toys but they will hurt you sometimes very seriously. be careful pulling down vines. Sometimes the branches come with them might want to get a hardhat..

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

you just saw all the experience i have running equipment lol. but thank you very much for the complement i can be a bit shy and self conscious making the videos so that is nice to hear

[@jimpata5902]

Great video on how that whole thing works ! Thanks for the info and time to share!

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thanks man... 6 month updates coming soon stay tuned

[@FenrirFabrication]

Definitely cheap when you consider that going with a reputable brand such as Bobcat or Kubota for the same size machines would of cost 80k+. Are they built as well? no definitely not but they should hold up fine for your use since you won't be working them 10 hours a day indefinitely. Plus they are easy to work on when you need to do so. Keep at it and you will get the hang of running them and projects will move fast. Word of warning though, be very careful with that mini skid, that unit doesn't look like it has much counterweight. The hydraulics will easily catapult you over the machine if you push it. They may be small but they can still put you 6 feet under easily. Stay safe.

[@illsaveyes]

Listen to this advice, any novice/diy operators THEY AINT TOYS don’t try testing their limit, keep well below it? Run at half rpm for ten minutes and you’ll soon get the hang of things. At half power the engine will cut-out,before the machine kills you👍love the content an been waiting on this vid ❤

[@FenrirFabrication]

@@illsaveyes Sadly seen quite a few people get seriously hurt or worse with the Chinese mini skids. Rarely do these little machines have accurate testing/operating data. Have a load a little too high and back down any incline can cause the machine to roll right back over top of you. Attempt to lift something you think is in your operating range only to have the machine buck you clean over the front. As for the mini ex they tend to tip over easily if you attempt rotation/ work on uneven terrain. But generally, if you keep your blade planted and work in line with your tracks your boom usually will stop you from going past the point of no return. I love seeing people get into doing excavation work, etc. but smaller machines definitely are more dangerous than full-size units especially to start with since they are prone to easily being overloaded. Stay safe out there everyone

[@illsaveyes]

@@FenrirFabrication 100%👍

[@Navillus2273]

Great video. Thanks for taking the time. If you were needing to mainly move and spread dirt, scoop and spread gravel and dirt and could only buy one, which one would be most useful?

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

skid steer for sure..

[@darrenturner9900]

I think you did pretty good. I just bought a Chinese skid steer from Ritchie bros out of Chilliwack BC and I paid 3,200 CAD + 2000 CAD but the shipping is from the west coast of Canada to the east coast. So all said and done it was around 6,000k CAD which is 4,663 USD. My big mistake was buying it in Chiliwack BC when I live in Prince Edward Island, Canada. Next time I will buy from RB Montreal or Toronto auction. 3:33

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

I think you did good as well. I feel like I’d you are in around 4500 us taxes and shipping and all it’s not bad. I noticed that in some rb auctions in us they were going cheaper. But then I factor in shipping and logistics and hassle. So I ended up committing to the auction closest to me and going for it

[@dannyryan8629]

I'm also looking for one here in Cape Breton. I'm glad to hear you had a good experience.

[@WaltWW]

I bought the exact same excavator last week for $3,500 plus 10% buyer’s premium. Mine has the enclosed cab and the name on it is MIVA VA13 instead of VICSEC VC13. Got the same auger setup as well for $325. You can easily add the hydraulic cylinder to the thumb that’s bolted on it to make it a hydraulic thumb. They usually have about 4-6 of these Chinese machines there at the auction but had at least two dozen this time and they went for about half the price as usual. I was watching the auction to buy something else but couldn’t pass one of these up at that price.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thats how it seems to me, you really can beat it at the price... what auction did you buy from 10% premium sounds better that 15% lol... I think they are all selling though so i expect companies like richie bros will import them as fast as they can and that will help keep the prices down

[@dannybradford5551]

You did good.....that was a great deal...and yes the escavator is about 1900 lbs the skid steer is about 100lbs less

[@josephkessinger5973]

The best tool I have ever purchased in my life, is my Kubota Excavator. The money it has saved me payed for the unit 4 or 5 times what I payed. I do wish I would have purchased a larger one, but it has been great. 1986 Kubota KX101 with the extend a hoe boom. Max digging depth is 10ft. Metal tracks were a must, as well as the 10 foot digging depth. It has a cab and weighs just under 8000lbs. I should have gone with a 14foot digging depth, and around the 14,000lb unit. Still does a great job even though I should have got a bigger one. To add to this comment, I do have a tractor, but wish so much that I would have purchased a skidsteer instead of my tractor as they are so much better with all the attachments you can get for them. So, my recommendation if you do all your own work, a mid-excavator, and a skidsteer. I would want a tracked one over a wheeled one due to my property.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

i think you are right about all of it... i love that these are entry level machines.. it lets you do more work than you could have abut also give you a frame of reference on what attributes to look for in a upgrade... theses pack a punch for the price but also provide a cheap education... relatively speaking

[@vulpinemac]

If I just saw a 'thumb' on your excavator, that can help a lot in pulling vines out of the trees and picking up scrap on the ground.

[@johnhoffman8203]

On RB its best to priority bid what you are willing then forget about it as they will bid for you until you run out of money, but you only pay for the highest bid which is yours and you actually get it as cheap as it can be got.

[@jodieadair]

Nice looking machines. Be sure to check the bolts on your machines. They usually come from the factory with loose ones. Especially the swivel motor bolts on the mini ex, there are bolts holding the motor down and bolts holding the motor together on the top and bottom. Check them all or they will case a leak or pinion damage.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thanks for the heads up ... i ll pop the back cover off and take a look

[@joeyburrell3759]

I don’t have a barndominium yet, but I do build them. The nice thing about them is normally they are a lot cheaper to build as less lumber is used then in a stick built house… not only that but the stay cooler in the summer and warmer in the whitney depending on the color you get.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

My dream has always been an old building loft space. But a barndominum seems like an attainable middle ground in the Burbs

[@thomaslynch5216]

I bought my Vicsec VC15 at Richie Bros in March. I live close by and picked it up myself. I had the same suprise as you, I won a Ripper for $85 and it was $185 +7% GA sales tax. 15% buyers fee I think is too high. I recently bought some attachments from TAC auctions in Moreland GA (not too far from me), and they only charge 10% buyers fee and only charge sales tax on your bid price. I will only watch TAC auctions from now on. They are nice people to deal with because they are a small local company compared to RB who is an international company. One more thing, I hope you greased all the pins because they come from China without grease.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

Thanks for the heads up on tac. And yea I noticed the lack of grease on the excavator but the skid steer was greased

[@HeadingEast33]

I heard you can upgrade the pump on these to make them less jerky.

[@timtharp835]

One of the nice options on the excavator is that it has a thumb. They are one of the handiest options that you can have. They make life so much easier

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thats good to know, i may look for more attachments at the next auction

[@KenFullman]

I think I'd have been inclined to go the second hand route and get something with a bit more oomph.

[@joegarage6132]

I checked on Richie bros and they have an auction in June near Conyers. From looking at prices you got a great deal some people are asking 6 to 7 grand for the same unit. Thanks for the info,

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thanks for the heads up... conyers is close enough to me... i would be interested in some more attachments

[@joegarage6132]

@@betweenthesharksgarage i have to look at what I'm buying it would be 2 hours from up here in the hills. but that's what it takes sometimes

[@hamop3]

Great information for those going to the auctions .

[@Mikefestiva]

Man you are going to get a bunch of work done with those machines! I bought a mini Excavator about the same size as yours and it’s been awesome, they are back savers. I’m saving up for a mini skid steer like yours next. Anyway when you get more time on the skid steer would you consider making a video review of it. The machine I’m going to order is almost identical to yours, just a different name on it, I have found Zero reviews on the machine. Have fun with those Toys/ tools 😊👍

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

yea man i am thrilled about it! and its unusual for me to be jazzed on that kind of cash out the wallet... off the bat it is so easy and smooth to operate( coming from someone with zero experiance on this type of machine) the skids were going cheap for some reason. I watched your excavator into video and your machine does have a lot of little design elements that are better than mine, but i am still super pleased..... but i have to go back over mine like you did and check everything... i ran it for a half hour had some fun but gotta go back and give it he full once over like you did on yours... but i ll do the skidsteer first and see what we really got.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

oh and when you said better than a shovel and pick axe... i just started laughing... i have dug a lot of ditches and the first time i operated the excavator it was obvious how helpful it could be

[@Robertlynschultz]

Dude… those may be a bit jerky at first, the smoothness will come with experience. With little equipment the work will take a little extra time and patience. Attachments for the mini skid will be a whole rabbit hole for you, enjoy😂

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thats for sure it is operator not machine, but they are super helpful... and oh yea... the attachments ant the potential to build attachments is insane

[@adriansowden138]

hi great vid fella, god bless every one, adrian from UK

[@bobbyspenser7304]

great job my friend you will learn an get on it good

[@BillHale-bh7fh]

Looks like gonna be some fun!😊

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

Yea man they are awesome

[@isaacjackson8843]

Here's to help with that Burger stand cost!

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thanks man thats rad, noone has ever done that before... I will take it straight to the hamburger stand, support that small business... grab a burger and get the dog her "extra patty"... that was very kind if you

[@johnr1350]

Three months later, just to let people know. Freight costs have skyrocketed again. If you want to import one yourself, it will be very costly. A full 40 foot container from China to the East coast was around $2800 about a year ago. There are port costs on top of that. Today, the same container is around $8000 - $9000. Obviously it will not take a full container to ship these, but LTL costs are even higher than full container pricing. Just buy from Richie or your local dealer.

[@johnl9857]

Thank you for the information.. excellent video content.. been doing research for a bit now.. this video helps a ton

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

Glad to hear it helps

[@JayGell]

Hey, what are you doing with the old red Murray with the missing transmission/axle?

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

already did it ... enjoy... kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGHGp5horZtmi9k

[@johnkranz4004]

That’s a great deal What you paid And you did the right thing Tipping the driver I bought a zero turn lawnmower last year 10 grand. I don’t know what I was doing driving it. I figured it out. It’s like driving a tank got two levers practice makes perfect. practice makes perfect I would probably invest in one of them clams for picking up trees and stuff watch outdoors with Eric. He has one of the ones with a mulcher on the front.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thanks man, and thanks for the support on the channel all along. I will check out that channel, I did look around for a mulcher for a 1 ton unit, no luck yet but i ll look. that would tear some stuff up around here

[@JayGell]

mulcher heads for either or both machines

[@hamop3]

Awesome video

[@mattewiegand9896]

I like that I'm one of the OG viewers now. Always enjoy your vids, even the random ones.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

Legend! … but seriously …thanks

[@GROOTT234]

I've been waiting for this video

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

awesome seems you are the first to see it

[@haroldrogers6083]

Bro , you got a ton of work on that property !! I would suggest with those trees get a long extended electric tree trimmer to cut back some branchs so you can see where you need to cut all back or just trim them out !!

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

a lot of work... i feel like i am gonna need to be calling the tree man and he is gonna want all my money

[@ShuhDonk]

Hope you changed the oil in those, it is not normal engine oil they ship them to the states with, its like a vegetable oil, it helps with moisture during shipping over the sea. You will destroy the engine if you keep running it with that stuff in it.

[@poordecisionsgarage9834]

I get bored some days running equipment but I never get sick of it. Was what I always wanted to do as a kid so I just play with bigger toys now that I’m an adult.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

i can now... just barely ... understand... these are really fun

[@grandy0406]

Keep the videos coming. This will be great s I am very interested in the mini excavator. Good luck.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

Thanks, will do! i am pretty excited about it lots to learn

[@johnhicks735]

Cause even if the roof on it leaks you can get A small carport to setup over the top of it temporarily then you could use that for another lean too.,or lean toon off the side of your shop again.

[@mschinadollar]

What company did you buy from?

[@markroderick3300]

Ether/starting fluid will remove that paint maker writing on the machines that the auction wrote on them

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

Thanks for the tip

[@Ruststored]

Good score. Ive been thinking about a mini X Ill check out Richie bros. Thanks for the info.

[@kd8bac]

Have you looked in the camper yet?

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

oh yea... its bad

[@JohnSessler]

How have these machines held up for you? Any issues to note? Looking at getting a pair myself. Great videos!

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

Will be doing a first try grading video with the mini skidsteer and a 6 month review and maintenance video coming up soon... but sneak preview, they have been great

[@curtnason-pr9jc]

Does the mtg warranty get voided because you bought it through an auction another Kruger I watch is c and c equipment bought another Chinese brand ( sany ) for resale it was a brand new unit and found out after he sold it that it didn't come with a warranty From the mtg OR RICHEY BRO

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

There never seemed to be a a warranty expressed or implied, outside of the richie brothers promise the unit was brand new.... and thus untested. but if it were a lemon... it would have been my lemon. it I did a lot of research on youtube to see if they just fell apart but it seems that enough people had enough luck with them over time that it was worth the risk. Reviews also suggest that these are assembled out of common parts as instead of proprietary or brand based design. I have not confirmed that, but it seems to be true. so if something breaks, repairs should be manageable enough at home thats the hope at least

[@johnhicks735]

What's up with that camper setting beside your garage.,or shop lean too.,or lean toon? There would be A place to stay in while cleaning up you're property to.

[@bryantidwell]

I would like to have that travel trailer

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

its in realllly bad shape but we will get into it

[@robertbailey8444]

I’ll give your channel a chance your content so far so good. Just don’t get to goofy there’s enough comics out there

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thanks man I ll do what I can.. but be prepared for me to laugh at my own mistakes... i make a lot of them

[@ProspectorFrank]

The prices you quote. Are they U.S. dollars ?

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

Yes sir

[@richielives]

and you tipped the angry driver, damn, you're a man of class!

[@richielives]

oh yeah, f--- the broker

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

a couple extra bones made that dudes day a lot less bad... small price to pay i reckon

[@HermanMunster-o2j]

Well done👍 V8 swap the C10 put it to work👍

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

man i have thought about it ... but i do love that 6 and have driven it daily for over 10 years

[@MrMEmEmEmEMEMEeeeeee]

I want the Datsun!

[@siriustraveler7083]

That mini excavator will do a lot of work once you get the hang of it

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thats what i am counting on... i ll be putting the time in

[@soulis1000]

Just a advice, if its not made in the us its probably metric ;)

[@gabrielmckinnon5862]

Keep to the topic for audience retention

[@paulgilmore4922]

You need to use the clamp on the excavator to pull it out.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

they don't come with a hydraulic thumb but that is an option.... but yea i could lower the other one and see how that works

[@paulgilmore4922]

It have a bar that should keep it in place

[@liquidflorian]

Monumental project!

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

Yea buddy

[@Melicoy]

I complained to Richie about the buyer fee and they gave it back to me for 20ft container Best part of this video was time-laps of excavator. You talk a lot. Lots of filler words too. Can you work and talk? Just say what you are going to do then go do it. 10% work 90% talky talky. I will sub with 90 work 10 talk. Thanks 19:40 started talking about price took to 20:20 to say it lol I bought a Rippa from China and it was R319 1.5ton all in $2800 with 3 buckets to my warehouse You did good my yappy friend VC13 is 1.3 metric ton. 1300kg

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

i appreciate the comment, i do talk a lot, usually i am thinking it all out with you fellas on here. perhaps i ll get the hang of entertaining folks more better taking your wordy criticism into account -cheers your yappy friend ps. 2800 to your door is impressive ... tell everyone how you did it and how long it took cause it could help em out

[@vtecmissle]

Yeah update us on that I need one

[@suttonbogedain5874]

Love your "can do" attitude. Go for it! BUT, Rent a goat for a couple days and get rid of the overgrowth. A lot eazier than using machines and you will still have plenty to do with the new toy. I like the toy, btw. 70 yr old retired contractor/ gardener. Yes, folks do rent goats just for citi-a-tions like this. .... I like that you would match your needs with cost effective equipment. That's the way to get things moving and build !

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

The goat idea has crossed my mind. It is a good one that would save a lot of work… plus….there’s goats

[@davidcorder95]

Canit wait until this gets done

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

you and me both

[@larogersii1]

I hope he change the oil before running it. The oil in it isnt for use it is to protect from rust and light lubrication.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

you got my attention. i checked the oil, it seems to be 30w it has viscosity, the manual says change after 5 hours, you have me mildly concerned what makes you think its not for use?

[@larogersii1]

@@betweenthesharksgarage I have seen many videos on these where the people mention that the oil that comes in these should be changed right away as it is for shipping to protect it but shouldnt be used at all. They dont mention that on the hydraulic fluid just engine oil

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

@@larogersii1 interesting evertrhing i have read or seen including the manual say after 5 hours suppose it cant hurt

[@larogersii1]

@@betweenthesharksgarage just trying to help is all

[@JD-fm7pq]

You should co lab with SB mowing

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

would love to

[@douggrove762]

I may be interested in the camper. If you want to sell it. Hit me up.

[@Buildituniversity]

So if you had a partner to bid up your item to $400 you wouldn’t pay the extra $100?

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

its scaled.. for items under 5k its 15% with a minimum of 100 bucks... so a steal can quicky become not a steal if all you were going to save was 100- 200 bucks www.rbauction.com/buying/read-before-you-bid

[@joejidge6996]

With labor cost these days the machine pays for itself in 2 or 3 jobs.

[@carloswiley1223]

Could of bought them directly from China for about $4000

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

I mean 3200 freight on board. if you shop right. Plus shipping, custom duty, fixer fees … and be willing to wait for it to arrive being shipped by boat. …. So yep. You could save a couple hundred bucks if you’re willing to go through all that hope it doesn’t get damaged along the way and have plenty of time before you want to get started. For me. It was worth it to pay Richie bros to handle all of that

[@dangroce82]

There is no way those are 1800 lbs a piece. Maybe 800-1000 lbs each.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

the manual with the excavator says 950kg... but maybe they got it wrong...

[@dangroce82]

​@@betweenthesharksgarage​ count me as shocked. 🤪🤪😜

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

@@dangroce82 it took a lot of research to guess at it for the shipping weight for the uship quote... and apparently i was under

[@douggrove762]

Get a grapple bucket.

[@artyart31]

Left earing is getting on my nerves 😂🤣

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

imagine if you could hear it...

[@hamop3]

Close your right eye😅

[@connor1186]

Algorithm bump

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

thank man

[@hamop3]

Nevermind the naysayers

[@jasperedwards2713]

we dont want to know your life history too much information just tell us what you buy or use it nothing else

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

Sorry it’s not your cup of tea. Thanks for checking it out

[@tracy419]

He's got less than 4 times the number of videos you do, but 469 times the number of subscribers. Are you certain he should be taking your advice?🤔

[@Mrbeeftaco]

I want to hear his life history tho. I like his videos. But all of us lack patience at times so I understand how you’re feeling. Chin up kid

[@larryderagowski8273]

you have a good lot shit on you're property .

[@63ciscokid]

bla-bla-bla-bla-bla...let me see some action, please. Thank you.

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

man i do a lot of bla bla blaing... but i ll work on it

[@jasperedwards2713]

ill skip this video

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

i subscribed to your channel... its pretty cool

[@dougrector4412]

I was interested in your channel, but you talk way to much . Im gone

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

You’re right, I am talk a lot. But, my goal is to give people all the information they need to make an informed decision. i am what i am and its all that i am ... guess its not for everyone but I suppose the other 60000 people that have watched may have gotten something out of it

[@Billio68]

Whats your state and area I may come out or know someone to do tree work for you cheap…

[@betweenthesharksgarage]

Man I am here I. North Georgia I appreciate the sentiment but there’s gotta be a solid exchange for someone with that skill set. You included

[@philweed1603]

20:00 he talks about the price

[@TheHockeygoalie67]

Holy shit thank god

[@adriansowden138]

hi great vid fella, god bless every one, adrian from UK

[@hamop3]

Awesome video