John Deere Compact Tractor - How to Move 12 Truck Loads of Dirt

[@tlm3574]

Man! A big difference! Right tools:right operator. Makes me wanta get on a loader and move dirt! Looks so easy when you do it

[@Kcolby47]

Yep, you’re living the dream of moving dirt and we’re living the dream thru you and Christy. Of course Vinny does a.great job smoothing and leveling as always. Blessings.

[@turdferguson5300]

You're right that's every little boys dream is to be able to play with equipment and move dirt. The troubling part is at what point did we grow up ? It shouldn't be considered a job if the Lord lets you wake up, gives you the health, and the means to do something. I have to keep reminding myself of that.

[@buildingalegacypa]

Impressed with your confidence using Johnny @ on those hills, hope to get there some day myself. Thanks for the video!

[@noelstractors-firewood57]

I like the way you don’t baby the machines. Great looking job. Sure looks steep. And could be hard to fix that.

[@unclealansyard5176]

You guys do such a great job describing and showing everything on your videos. You should consider about doing a tractor class or something like that for new tractor owners. Another thing I enjoy, you don't do videos to get attention or try to "push" to get viewers by crazy video titles or themes. Like some of the other landscaping and lawn care channels I watch. You pull in viewers by trying to make the videos about their interests or showing them how to do things. That's why I enjoy your channel so much as well from Neil Koch, and Mike Morgan. The three of you guys do a great job at your channels.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks Alan!

[@charlesvaughn5055]

enjoyed watching the vinny and the 238 working on leveling out the 12 loads of dirt. have a great week

[@MattN03]

I'm always amazed how nice of a job Vinnie does!

[@josephclark7163]

Vinny or Christy? 🤔

[@fnsweetroush1]

In my opinion the reason for a heavier machine is the packing effect every time the machine runs over the fill dirt. Personally I would spread say a foot of dirt then pack it, followed by another foot. It's very hard to pack 3 to 4 foot of dirt all at once. Given the way the dirt was dumped you did fine! Love you all videos!! VENTRAC is the most versatile machine ever made!

[@photocontrol]

Great work leveling the 12 truck loads of soil with Johnny & Vinny!

[@markbuilt]

Hey Mr. Tim I just finished doing the same thing the passed 3 days I loaded with and spread out my trailer loads with a little 2305 ( Great little tractor ) and pulled the dump trailer with my 50 year old 2120 John Deere . Was a fun few days , now it's on to hauling and piling firewood . Be safe

[@shanesherwood343]

Finally a man sized sand box looks like a load of fun to me great video

[@kipcudd7253]

I also used a soil pulverizer for the final finish then it was ready for sod.

[@gtuttle4]

I love the great job Vinnie is doing, it really does a good finishing job!

[@markmccoy1304]

Yes a track loader would be faster but so would a Cat 953 Bulldozer. This Tractor has done the job very well. Be Thankful you didn’t have to do it with a shovel and wheelbarrow. I know firsthand transporting a skid steer is tough.

[@c.carney1948]

I agree, use what you got. If it is a hobby, that just more seat time. By the way a Cat 953 in a track loader, not a dozer.

[@markmccoy1304]

@@c.carney1948 oh. Sorry.

[@brianhildom9372]

I own a 2032r and love it. Done alot of work with it but a few times I wish it was bigger. I would have used a box blade with the bucket seems to work we'll moving dirt. That ventrac is a impressive machine! Keep up the good work.

[@mitchp350]

That power rake has got to be the most useful tool I have seen, in the landscaping dept. I see Dirt Perfect has one on his skid steer, and it as well is an awesome addition, to his fleet.

[@jccorder1]

I have had a few Deere tractors, but have a Kioti now. but If I could afford a Ventrac, I would get one tomorrow. The rake on this video and the flail mower from the other day, really make me want one.

[@darrindunn8707]

It would be interesting to see a 3pt power rake on the next episode from this job. See how well the 2038r does as the all in one. Moving the dirt and finishing it.

[@countryman5110]

It always amaz me how much one can do with them little tractors with a little bit of time and confidence

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yep. You are essentially stating the thesis of our entire channel!

[@countryman5110]

@@TractorTimewithTim Yeah I love my 1025r

[@fsj197811]

Well that answers 'How would you flatten a grade without the rake/whatever on Vinney. You answered it in the video. Thanks for sharing.

[@aaronburford5701]

Love your knowledge of the tractor and the capabilities! Impressive!

[@lelandpriestley9642]

Great work Tim, the Ventrac sure is a handy piece of equipment. Keep up the good work. I just want to make you aware that someone claiming to be you sent me a reply to my comment on your "FIRST Mowing! 10' Flexwing, 46 Horsepower Tractor, Heavy Fescue, Small Trees!" video that said I had won a gift of a John Deere tractor.

[@andrewt248]

That power rake is wicked.

[@wendyandjodymaillet7503]

The larger 3R tractor would have made the job go faster, but you just proved it could be done with a smaller tractor and get the same results. The power rake is awesome and a must have when grading! Great job y’all! We’ll see ya on the next one…Go Heels!

[@scottsoper]

My Machinery wish list is shaping up!! Farmall Cub, John Deere 2020, John Deere 4066R, Toro 5910, Ventrac 4520, JCB 18Z, Hudson Brute Circle and all the supporting attachments for them all. The jobs are micro farming, micro cattle, firewood and lots of grass to mow at multiple locations.

[@balljar7546]

I've moved a crazy amount of dirt from one place to another on my property using my Kubota L3902 and the difference a tooth bar makes is night and day.

[@Dan-oz4qb]

"Stunning" TTWT word of the day. 😀

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yep!

[@RustyCarnahan]

One of those Struck mini-dozers would've been fun on this project.

[@bryce099]

Ive moved roughly 500 yards of dirt with my 1025r and box blade. It just takes time, patience and ballast!

[@kipcudd7253]

Should've had a box blade on. I've done many final grades on big custom homes with a l2800 kubota and moved quite a bit of dirt with that set up and it was geared tractor. Worked great. Vinnie did great with the rake.

[@lutherprince9304]

Great job Tim & Christy! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@gregnewlin1074]

Remember Tim, The tractor loader is designed to lift and carry. Tractors in general are not designed to push like a dozer. I moved 3 tri-axle loads with my 1025 R. It did it, it may not have been happy doing it at times. When I was finished moving the top soil, I did a full service on the 1025R. All fluids and filters. I pushed the tractor to its limits and I was nearing the hours for service anyway.

[@kibbeystovall7546]

Should the Ventrac's right rear tire be buckling like that? See 11:25

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Needs air.

[@bobcatsmith246]

Hello Tim and Kristie, Maybe you could put a sticker somewhere on Vinnie to remind you to turn on the weight transfer lever. Love the videos. Keep up the good work, and God bless and stay safe and be kind.

[@parkermehlman8785]

You should try a power bucket on the ventrac.

[@keithb3989]

Why don't you power up the throttle on the JD. Is it strictly to film and for sound purposes?

[@Harry-zz2oh]

Tim, make a label sign to remind yourself to "check weight transfer" on Vinny. In my neck of the woods, almost all basements are treated on the outside with a water preventer, so water won't come into the house. When young, asphalt was painted onto the cement to keep the water from coming in; later on a type of paint was used. What do they use in your area?

[@randysavage8963]

Let’s get started ,great content as usual.

[@tlm3574]

Box blade does a similar job and gives good counterweight for loader.

[@nicholaswebb2442]

Now that u have the 3r it would be cool to see you get a 3d and compare the two

[@curtwhite876]

Might be interesting to have a video about weight transfer with Vinny... Is that like a weight distribution hitch with a pick-up truck and trailer?

[@curtisaalbu4744]

I would love to see you do some comparisons to a power rake on a 3 point behind the tractors.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

We’ll use both at the same time in an upcoming episode…but we won’t elaborate much on the details.

[@tombarnes1871]

I am very surprised the owner’s didn’t want you to install stone for a French drain around the building leaving 6-12 inches of soil at the top over landscape fabric….very nice team work!! Tom

[@royscarbrough3589]

I never see folks put in enough driveway. Hope they don’t slide down the hill if they get off the driveway. Nice video

[@PurpleCollarLife]

That was a LOT of dirt. You're right - certainly my dream! I can tell you though, my wife's nightmare! I had some dirt dropped off at our house by PennDot when they were cleaning ditches - my wife was not a happy camper. :)

[@peterl4614]

I am new to the tractor world but I will be purchasing one sooner than later; most likely one of this size if not a bit bigger. My question is will/would a tooth style front bucket be more advantageous to digging be it dirt or stone? It would appear that way..

[@TractorTimewithTim]

You can add a toothbar to most buckets. heavyhitch.com use code TTWT for a five percent discount.

[@peterl4614]

@@TractorTimewithTim Will it improve the type of digging you were doing enough to spend the money on?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

For hard soil, yes.

[@peterl4614]

@@TractorTimewithTim TY - love your vids

[@tucksmith8300]

Looks good Tim

[@jasone679]

Vinnie is a great machine, but even a great machine depends on a good operator to maximize it's potential. Vinnie is lucky to have two.

[@kirkbrinkley6990]

Now that you have a little time with the MSL loader on the new 2R, I would be interested in your thoughts on the performance as compared to the NSL loader on the last 2038R. I know you had mixed feelings about the MSL on the 1 series.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

More capable on the 2038r. However, I’m not a fan of rh limited curl.

[@jdfleetguy28]

My favorite type of projects, playing in the dirt. 😆 Loved the video. Looked like really fun project. I was reaching for a keyboard when you said 12 truckloads knowing that’s around 200 ton, and you were setting on Johnny 2. 😝 lol. I swore you were talking to me when said your probably wondering why I brought this tractor. 😂 lol I would have brought Johnny 5, if someone told me I was wanting to move 200 ton of dirt. I totally understood, once you explained it and I grasp the project once saw Vinny there too. I imagine Vinny and Johnny 5 are too large to fit on the trailer at the same time. Plus having R1s on the front of your Johnny 5 would no doubt rip up some lawn, visibility working up that close to a structure would have changed my mind too. I think your Johnny 2 needs traded off on a 4066R. Johnny 3 is the same size as 2038R and does everything a little easier or better then the 2038R. That’s the same thing I figured out having my 2038R and 3Rs at the same time. I had to make myself use the 2038R, that was until it got traded off on a 4R.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yep. The only advantage of the 2R over 3R is ergonomics. The control layout is better. Do you find significant difference between 3R and 4R?

[@jdfleetguy28]

@@TractorTimewithTim , oh yea, I think there is a substantial jump in power and capabilities between the 4R and 3R . I remember when I first got my 4066R, I had, had my 3Rs for a year or more and it was quite a noticeable jump. I have not made any changes in my tractor stable in over year, I think I finally may have my perfect Deere lineup, each significantly more capable then the other. 2025R, 3046R, 4066R, 5115M. Note: My 3,4,and 5 series are all cab models. I am not that familiar with the 3R open station ergonomics. I did own a 4044R open station at one point seemed comfortable, however I didn’t really care for the ROPS mounted rear SCV controls, that 4044R open station was what I had traded my 2038R for, and later the 4044R got traded back down to the subcompact 2025R .

[@Drew-in-NoDak]

The difference between a 3046r and a 4066r is a huge difference, just about as nimble of a machine with unstoppable power.

[@bradolsen8629]

Tim wouldn’t that wiring problem with Vinny be fixed if you had eight wheels instead of four??

[@ranger6x660]

Tim now that you have a 3R is there a need for a 2R tractor? I guy on one of the 3R tractor forums recently changed his hydro fluid and used Amsoil hydro fluid and said it seriously reduced the wine in his transmission. Another good video. Thanks for sharing.

[@ambermcfarland6273]

Would love to know more about the Amsoil replacement?

[@Nuf_Nivah]

My 1023r makes that loud whining when using the backhoe

[@JohnyLatelyCome]

You should keep the bottom of the bucket level when pushing dirt

[@brad325is]

If you didn't have Vinnie, what would you use? Box blade? Land Plane?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Good question! I would likely use bucket, then till, then drag, or use soil pulverizer. I have shown that approach early on in our videos. “Leveling the playing field” back yard soccer field leveling.

[@dougstenger2613]

I had one and it was a beast I loved it

[@johnkessel3668]

Hey Tim, when do we get to see the LX3310?

[@Jeremy-fy1sz]

So i've used vintage hydrostatics without the whine. Why haven't they engineered it out of the newer compact tractors? I'd almost prefer something with gears just to avoid it.

[@GrampysTractor]

Tim when you're playing in the dirt, you're preaching to the choir. We all want to sing🤣🤣 or play in the dirt.

[@risp3476]

Do you prefer the new power rake model or the old version?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

New one. Not perfect, but nice improvement.

[@bartonmd]

Did you dump the 5-series when you got the 3? I imagine, or rather, I know from experience that the back and forth loader work is much more taxing when you're using a clutch and shifting a transmission, even with the much higher capacity of the loader.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

We still have the 5. Too large and unhandy for this project.

[@jakeschisler7525]

I think this tractor did very well

[@sluvington]

Worked great! Could have gone even faster with a box blade on the back. I use a bucket and box blade on 4052r and it is incredible the amount of material I can move working in both directions. I tend the keep the box blade angled so when I'm going forward it drags/smooths and when I'm going backwards it cuts in.

[@martineastburn3679]

tooth bar would help rake it and get into with less tractor power.

[@adammiddleton4037]

Like Rusty mentioned, this would have been the ideal situation for that Struck mini dozer. More of a workout than that light Arizona sand lol

[@5075E]

Just curious, with that amount of material and all of the room in the world to operate, why didn't you use Johnny 5 or Johnny 3? I watched about 10 seconds of your video and asked my question. You did answer it later in the vid but I would have prepped the 5 or 3. I love Vinny, would love one, even with just the rake. With that much fill going in, did you compact the soil after each 12" or so?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Not room for the 5z. Would have been very awkward.

[@JCWren]

Sounds like the 'E' means economy, but what would 'R' stand for? Make a label for Vinny's dash to remind you about the weight transfer :)

[@5075E]

Real expensive.

[@5critters]

@@5075E no doubt! A new 3032E with FEL bucket and bush hog / rotary cutter cost me right at $20k in early 2018. I've been afraid to price a 3046R, which I think my next tractor will be, whenever that happens. (I used to say my next one would be a 4 series, but that might be getting too far up there money-wise.)

[@WetCoaster]

When pushing with a loader, build yourself an even, stable "road". Then use a quarter of a bucket and work over gently. If it is easy pushing, take more. If it is too hard, take less of a bucket width. The flat path will help you from digging "steps".

[@andrewanderson1436]

If that dirt was all from one basement that's impressive and I would think that's a big basement but I could be wrong. But still that's alot of and looks like they are going to need about 2 more basements worth lol. But yall did a great job with what yall had.

[@ricodykstra1773]

Nice video Tim like the 2038r my dream tractor

[@Harry-zz2oh]

Although you have three tractors plus Vinny, not eveyone has access to so many tractors if they are just homeowners. You did a good job of showing the advantages of the tractor you were using and what changes you would have made for the job you were doing. I have a 2008 CaseIH 24DXe subcompact tractor. It's major problem is it is too light for the work I've tried to do with it. As time has gone by, the amount of work I need it to do becomes less and less. Next year, I'll have a guy come in with his larger tractor and disc so he can level my yard. This will allow me to flood irrigate my pecan trees in a much more efficient manner. When he did my neighbors place, it only cost about $200.

[@everydaydad3054]

Looks like your rear tire is pretty soft, is that for traction or is it actually going soft on its own?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Probably a bit too low on air. I like to run them low, but maybe a bit too much.

[@melissahendricks8703]

Hey Tim, your rears on the 2038 look a little low on pressure. Is that just the way those hybrid tires look under a load? Also I noticed that the 2038R would not spin the tires or kill the tractor before the hydro went into relief. The 3R series must have a different hydro setup as it will kill the tractor in low range before it will go in relief.

[@WoogieboogieOG]

Didn’t see ya at the Portland tractor fair. Did you end up going and I just missed you?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

I did not go. Sorry.

[@Zanderthelab]

We’re you in low range and did you have the throttle all the way up?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes, no.

[@Zanderthelab]

@@TractorTimewithTim I wonder if more throttle would’ve helped that.

[@stevensievert8375]

I would be curious to see how moving the dirt worked without all that 3pt weight. I've moved crushed concrete piles with no weight in/on my tires and a 650ish lb box blade on the tractor.

[@ChrisCraftWow]

Do you use any wheel spacers on the 2038. I'm in the market for a new tractor and the 3R is either out of my price or I can't find a used one close enough. But from your video I think I. Finally sold on the 2038. Only reason the 3E is still in the running is the reach on the backhoe being 2' further and slightly cheaper. Any input from anyone would be great

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes, I have spacers on the 2038r. Please don’t choose the 3e! Too primitive and under performing.

[@5075E]

@@TractorTimewithTim Especially the loader.

[@ChrisCraftWow]

One more question a 2038 with backhoe and 3rd function or 3046 no backhoe but 3rd 4th and 5th function? I know this is a broad question but same yr and hrs. But I want a hoe. And I'm just torn

[@dave.lawrence.3894]

Looking good 👍, you got a long way to go, where is your rear blade, well maybe the ventrac will do a better job... will wait for the last step.... 👍👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏💪💪

[@josephclark7163]

Looks like they should have done some exterior water proofing before having you put the soil up against the foundation.

[@jpjp3873]

Was just about to comment that!

[@josephclark7163]

@@jpjp3873 we used hot tar & then closed cell foam board. Worked great.

[@jpjp3873]

@@josephclark7163 Sounds good. Cheap insurance. Even just a layer of that dimpled plastic sheeting to stop the hydro pressure.

[@mainer1755]

Could you do the same work as the ventrac with a rototiller, just slower? I have a 2038R(Love it) but that is the only machine in my future. I could get a rototiller though, and plan to.

[@scottsoper]

My opinion is that you would have a hard time using a rototiller as a power rake: maybe it would work to some degree. However John Deere does make a power rake for these tractors. Ventrac puts the power rake and other tools out front where it is easier to see what you are doing with them. Also in this case it may of been to steep for the John Deere tractor to go sideways where the Ventrac just slides downhill some.

[@mainer1755]

@@scottsoper Great, thanks for the reply.

[@kraut39]

Are your rear tires under inflated?

[@kylekientzle5039]

What psi u run In back wheels of the JD tractor

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Can’t remember, but enough. Yes, they bulge a lot, but they are radials.

[@ewaschuk802]

Was the 2038 in low range ? Full throttle?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes, no.

[@MJF40]

Looks fun ! Yeah not super fresh , but came up easily enough.

[@clf235]

Nice soil compared to the heavy gray clay nearer the river on the east side

[@chrisreddick36]

It’s tough figuring the “ best tractor” they are all good and not good at certain jobs. Vinnie how ever oh my just can’t go wrong!

[@sportbikerdude]

Is it struggling like that in low range?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes.

[@grahamsobieski9889]

Where is the 5 series for that job?

[@bradolsen8629]

The R stands for racing right Tim??

[@ambermcfarland6273]

It's nice to see you show what is possible for those who have the smaller equipment. Instead of going all "Tim the Toolman Taylor"( insert caveman grunts here) Big is good bigger must be better.

[@TractorTimewithTim]

We try to mix it up. Showing some of each. Of course, we focus on the 1025r when we can.

[@ambermcfarland6273]

@@TractorTimewithTim well we have what would be considered in your lineup old Iron 755

[@dirthog2185]

Doin this job with half of the tractor 🚜… where’s that box blade at?

[@Token_Civilian]

Great moving all that material. Question - am I the only one thinking they're going to have pretty severe settling? Piling up the dirt like that without compacting in short lifts seems to be a recipe for a lot of settling. Or is this going to be a multi-year project to allow for that settling to occur prior to getting up to final grade?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

There will be some settling. But doing this in multiple steps will help. Good rains in between should help.

[@MARKLOCKWOOD2012]

so your the boy Tim

[@TractorTimewithTim]

That’s me!

[@-Dave-is-not-here]

You move 12 truck loads of dirt one bucket at a time, lol. I have moved over 60 truck loads on my property and it was with my sub-compact tractor New Holland 25s(basically same as 1025r) and it did the job just fine it just took some time but lets face it, is it that bad spend time on your tractor? Nice video Tim & Christi thanks for posting.

[@TheCheffydave]

SO SATISFYING TO WATCH!❤️ your video@

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Thanks for watching!

[@jimroeske2049]

Where is the soil compaction?

[@jacobdumont1460]

do you still have the 5 series tractor?

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Yes, coming up in a near future episode.

[@Homestead925]

i had 3 loads of dirt to fill in the sides of my barns and house and build up my shooting range and i thought that was a lot, also i used my 1025r lol

[@johanbos160]

Perfect job 👌👌