My Brand New Mini Excavator With AMI Attachments And A New LD18 Thumb!

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[@allenbeaulieu7077]

Chris, congrats on Strawberry 🍓 Shortcake. It’s a special feeling when you receive a brand new piece of equipment. Good luck and can’t wait to see you work your magic with it. Big Al

[@HughzieTube]

Jason takes care of his customer so well he even wears suitable matching attire so as not to colour clash.

[@JasonWorksAlot]

Always dress to impress right 😂

[@raycandle5209]

Wow, look at you with your brand new customised machine, fair play Chris you deserve it 👍 just goes to show if you eat up all your mash potato & gravy you get strawberry shortcake for desert, nice 1 dude 😁👍👍

[@paulriversred738]

Haha nice analogy lol

[@scruffy6151]

Prefect way to put it.

[@adriancarter825]

Strawberry shortcake gona be busy look forward to seeing it in action.

[@robinminnesota5491]

Nice to see Chris buy new equipment after working so hard day in and day out

[@bigredgreg1]

From a fashion standpoint, every room needs something red in it. That holds true for equipment sheds as well, apparently.

[@maryschillinger2909]

True. Plus accessories and LD18 stickers. Different name would be better like " Lil Red BIG ATTITUDE"

[@kennethhume8628]

This machine sure is the business , like everyone else I’m really happy for you 👍👍👍🇬🇧

[@katschs3965]

Congrats, Chris! That little red cutie is going to be very useful! I can see that the tilt on the grading bucket and the blade will be very handy in doing those finishing touches you like to do to leave every site looking extra “purdy”!

[@thomasmitchell6921]

Very nice Deep down I still like seeing that Volvo tear shit up 😬

[@pjs5191]

Chris, you’re getting quite an equipment Arsenal amassed. Almost Seems like you’re trying to gear up and go out on your own someday. Very nice, can’t wait to see Strawberry shortcake get dirty! Could you do a video showing all your equipment sometime?

[@kathleensnype1814]

I love to watch you work and enjoy your commentary while you do it. The boulders were carried by ice during the Ice Age . When the ice melted the boulders were left. Think about building a snowman. You make the snow balls by rolling the snow, as you roll, it picks up trash. When it melts, the trash is left in a heap.

[@pjp80s]

Chris… you actually inspired me to walk away from my corporate desk job and start an excavation business at 53… hope I make it! Picked up a gently used kx057… I already hace a kx 033 and svl 75….. mostly been doing small stuff, but hope to get bigger jobs. Love your videos, you’re humble and share lots of good info. Thanks!

[@Cujo8778]

Congratulation . You deserve it for as hard as you work , I've been watching your channel for months now and I'm not one much to comment but I have to say your an amazing operator . The job you do and the attention to detail is awesome . Your customer's should be pleased to have you do the jobs and not most other contractors . Keep up the great work .

[@lerkzor]

Watching you take down that last pine tree really drove it home exactly how much of a BEAST your Volvo 250 is.

[@darkrevenger04]

He has a 220 not 250. the 250 is one of the business machines

[@JasonWorksAlot]

Sure gonna miss strawberry, she made my trailer look good.

[@brianwebber7168]

Don't ask any questions don't tell anyone where you got it trailer sales on 81?

[@tmacie2]

Miss ya buddy! I hope things are well with the wife and little one!

[@slammey6971]

Jason, you get to have all the fun

[@delcasaleexcavating9508]

Hey Jason was the guy in the background your twin brother ? He sure looks like you ??

[@rabid_1]

Lmao strawberry shortcake. That got a sub from me !

[@jlew5545]

What did the tall dead pine tree say to the three smaller trees? "There's a brand new 2021 red Yanmar on a trailer that just pulled in to the driveway......it's all over fellas"

[@trevorvanbremen4718]

It didn't say a damned thing... It was DEAD after all!

[@RicheRich100]

Hey Chris congratulations on new equipment, been watching you for some years and i have say you are probably the smoothest operater i have ever seen.

[@marycasadone6865]

No pun intended, hahaha. He's a smooth operator...

[@marycasadone6865]

That's so cool! I want one. I have no use for it, but I'd love to play with it

[@williamfindspeople4341]

Outstanding Chris. I like my new toys too. You got the money, you use it. Never seen a hearse pulling a U-haul.

[@briancoish1695]

Hearse.

[@paulriversred738]

Plus it's a tax right off lol

[@arnoldromppai5395]

@@paulriversred738 over 5 years

[@paulriversred738]

@@arnoldromppai5395 yes sir

[@adamp9348]

@@arnoldromppai5395 section 179 dude! 100% year 1

[@metalman065]

Congratulations on your first brand new machine.. Look forward to seeing her in action.. Strawberry Shortcake.. lol Lil Big Red..

[@harveylong5878]

sweet addition to your arsenal Chris. AMI knocked it out of the park again with that thumb setup. Troublemaker joker Jason upto his antics - locking your new toy up, not fueling it up blaming the dealer guys ;p

[@mslorry3420]

Nice addition to the yard! She looks tough. Tinkerbell served you well and Strawberry will do the same. Congratulations on your first new purchase. You sure worked for it!!

[@retiredppd]

Send Mr Bealy a thank you note. 😂

[@paulriversred738]

Lol yea all the work Chris did for him he paid for that machine lol

[@bobferranti5222]

Gotta love that new excavator smell lol. Congrats on being able to get something brand spankin new!

[@equipmentadd4612]

9 million hrs of watching you run equipment and I finally get to see you do some clearing in a machine of the mortals. One of my favorite pastimes

[@davidrobins4025]

I'm very happy for you - this will be a versatile piece of equipment in many of your digging jobs. Thanks for showing the "strawberry shortcake" to us.

[@Marialyse]

Oh that is such a beauty. Sitting here drooling, envisioning what all I could get done here on my place with that beauty. Congratulations personified to you.

[@dirty.diggers]

Great looking machine Chris! Congratulations!

[@anglertales]

Nice machine! I like how well we can see what you're doing.

[@philbohrman3918]

Chris, you and Miss Strawberry Shortcake are a formidable team. Congratulations!

[@edmcwv]

Every land owner should have one. Congrats!

[@MYSUPERBOAT]

Congratulations on the new equipment Chris, looks real nice !

[@ignacio9552]

Strawberry Shortcake is "Purty" Congratulations Chris.

[@sands11ify]

Congratulations on the new member to your fleet, 'Strawberry Shortcake'. Looks more fun-working for you and great vewing for all of us

[@the_omg3242]

It's got to be a pretty sweet feeling running a brand new machine where everything is clean and tight and it all works perfectly.

[@MichaelJones1527]

Congrats Chris on the new machine. Your hard work is paying off. I know you’re going to really like it. You’re building a bigger business of your own every day. Now you’ll have to hire a new crew to help you.

[@basshead2003]

🤔 Maybe Chris’s plan is to keep growing his business to where he can steal Tim back. 😁

[@Jack-rg6xf]

@@basshead2003 Tim get's vacation pay ,retirement, paid holidays, and health insurance. Why do you think he quit?

[@OneEyeCustoms]

So how did you get them to turn up the hydraulic speed on that machine? Too small for an accumulator.

[@arkiefyler]

That was one tough dead tree! First time I've ever seen a petrified tree still standing! Nice looking new machine that needs a bit of mud on it!! Congrats!

[@SpicySteve-tz2so]

Congratulations Chris on the BRAND NEW machine! This means that any dents and scratches that it gets, you will be the artist of!

[@dirtdiggin88]

I had a feeling you would eventually get your own mini, but I was kinda hoping it would have the ami axxis tilt rotator on it, seems like that would be super handy for some of the work you do

[@roadrash90]

Now all you need is smallish off road dump truck like the hydrema 912 😉👍

[@hughgautier3894]

That last tree you were digging around acts more like a cedar tree than a pine. the taproot on a pine tree goes down as far as the tree is tall. I've taken several of them out here in NW Florida as well as cedar trees which have roots spread out sort of like an oak tree.

[@sambryant5662]

"Strawberry Shortcake" is a nice looking, and powerful, little machine. Will definitely come in handy when you install the overflow on the pond job you recently started.

[@cassiacries]

I want one for the garden! 💕

[@AquaPeet]

hell I want one for my apartment balcony!

[@cassiacries]

@@AquaPeet 😂

[@Andy-tm9ns]

That looks awesome👍 Boys and there toys 🧸 That must be pretty powerful to have those big buckets. Bet you couldn’t wait to get in there 😂

[@normankeoghan5298]

Nice to see you put her to the test on the first date😂. Great little machine , Nice to see your hard work pay off .

[@pqworks9019]

I love that red paint job on the Yanmar! It’s better than the usual yellow color that most of those machines have! It’s nice to see that you spoiled yourself and got the special features for it!!

[@DJinOcalaFla]

Sah-weet!! Congratulations on the newbie, I think "The SSC" will be a great addition. 🍓🍰

[@uppsalahazzemarkstedt2759]

For this fast digger even that abbreviation is correct! SSC is former Shelby SuperCars inc!!! :D

[@DJinOcalaFla]

@@uppsalahazzemarkstedt2759 I like it! I like it a lot!!

[@barryelizando4597]

Congrats on the new Mini and happy 4th of July.

[@RaymondStarr007]

Fantastic grading bucket on the new red machine just need some letsdig stickers on her

[@mjlmbl]

Crazy ass truck driver. That was the first video of yours i watched. You've come a long way since then. Well done young man.

[@bobbrinkerhoff3592]

Two blasts from the past in one week, 1st Tim, then Jason, is Charlie on the agenda for next week, weather permitting?

[@CLEARVIEW666]

Charlie hasn't recovered from that Dozer Road Trip LOL

[@Chris-wh2gy]

Atleast jason didnt get the ford stuck so chris could show him.how to unstick.it 🙈

[@maxobara1496]

You are spoiled!!!😂 But well deserved, Happy 4th of July Chris and family and Winston and the rest of the doggies 🤗👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@CEDARMULCH642]

You really put the machine to the test. And it passed. A nice setup. Congrats on your new mini.👍🏿

[@edmcwv]

Nice to have your own machines to work with, the strawberry short cake looks great.

[@cathiwim]

Enjoy your time with Shortcake! Shes a good un! You’ve earned it!

[@paulriversred738]

You deserve this so much so glad your business is booming!

[@desertvs]

Best Yanmar VIO 55 video on the internets. Might be the only one featuring this model. I am drooling over Strawberry Shortcake! 🍓

[@kermitmyers4572]

That is amazing the way that the bucket can swivel all around in a circle like that.

[@meyer629]

Happy 4th of July Mr. Chris! Looks fantastic!

[@michaelmactavish1728]

same model number as the kubota kx55-4

[@grumpygus9942]

Congrats on the yanmar, she’s a beauty

[@donnaflanagan6612]

Oh wow, been shopping Chris, have we? What an awesome addition to your stable. Being an Aussie we always shorten things. So…..I’m thinking either “Strawbs” or “Cups”. Big congrats on your new purchase. Take care & cheers 🎉🍾🎇👏🏼👍🏼🥰

[@scruffy6151]

Strawberry shortcake lol good one Jason. Nice swivel action on the grading bucket. Happy 4th July.

[@DirtBrute]

I’m glad to see someone else thinks the speed binders are silly too. 😂

[@colinwallace5286]

Having to go retrieve your snipe after a binder launches it through the side of a nearby building might change your mind…🤣

[@DirtBrute]

@@colinwallace5286 what you’re talking about is the old snap binders. I don’t know anybody who uses them anymore.I drove a lowbed for Years and the regular rachet binders like Chris is using over the bucket are just fine

[@colinwallace5286]

@@DirtBrute I don’t think those are even legal any more if you’re “for hire”. I just remember the deck outfit I was working for thought they were saving money using the snap binders. Those things are a large headache.

[@DirtBrute]

@@colinwallace5286 I haven’t used one of those tooth smackers in years😬

[@DC9Douglas]

@@colinwallace5286 I think you're right about them being unlawful for most applications. I've been using ratchet binders for almost 20 years now, I've hurt myself one too many times on the pull-over "widow maker" binders while using a cheater bar haha

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Nice looking machine man! Really happy you! I like that thumb 👍🏻

[@jensruppert1860]

Hi Brandon, time to arrange a summer week with Chris so we could see a takeuchi vs. Yanmar challenge 🤣

[@sonnyblazer5504]

So is yours!!!

[@eliteearthworksllc]

@@jensruppert1860 oh good idea 😁

[@eliteearthworksllc]

@@sonnyblazer5504 thank you!

[@711motorsport6]

Nice placement of the camera for the final tree drop. Top marks 👏

[@annasproule6138]

Congratulations!! New baby all your own. Well done.

[@donmiller358]

I hit the century mark of likes on this video. Awesome machine, Chris! Congrats

[@sandrajustus1247]

Happy 4th!! Oooohhh ! New equipment!!

[@Uticagreens]

Good luck from New York with the new machine!

[@strand4of8]

Hey Chris. Cool new machine. I look forward to seeing Strawberry Shortcake in many future videos. It would be cool if you did a overview video of all the equipment you have. Keep digging!!

[@roncrissman2040]

i would love to have one just starting out my new business so that will have to wait but i might have to get one of those snazzy t shirts congrats on the new digger love all the vids happy 4th

[@billybobharrison8005]

Chris so glad you are able to get a new toy as hard as you work you need to have something nice

[@rustysteel8714]

Happy for ya, Chris! That was a very short learning curve on a new machine... you knocked down those trees like you've done that before.... once or twice. 😇

[@michaelmcclure8673]

Congratulations on strawberry short cakes Chris. 🎂

[@timmyfrierson2684]

Well Chris I’m happy for you brother that you got to get you A brand new Mini , now you have everything you need except a grader and a roller but anyway brother are we missing something here or what just wondering if you’re fixing to break out on your own which I wouldn’t think you would leave your uncle like that but who knows but anyway brother proud of you so you and John and yawls family stay safe and I like the colors of your new mini so keep the videos coming brother

[@GARDENER42]

That 3 tine thumb's a great idea.

[@shitloveaduck]

Nice new machine! That bucket and thumb really did work even on that big pine! You were able to manipulate it such that it fell clean and no damage to the other trees. That thumb is as quick as it is powerful! Seems like some of the smaller machines have a thumb that is slower and probably frustrating. It’s good to see you grow, but it looks like more and more you will need to work all week long to take care of the bills!! I am assuming your earning power does take a significant jump doing it on your own vs as an hourly wage earner, even with you probably making a top dollar for all the years you worked for your Uncle’s business. Best of luck no matter how you take care of things,,,,,,, I truly enjoy seeing people succeed! Looking forward to more Mini content!!

[@cliff4695]

Next purchases, ford F450 and a 40' gooseneck. Haul the mini and the skid steer in 1 trip. Complete excavation package all in 1 setup. Hard work pays off 👍🏻👍🏻

[@tiredoldmechanic1791]

No wonder nobody could get quotes from AMI. They were busy building your stuff.

[@lorrieannesilvey474]

Cute.......I like name too....Strawberry Shortcake.

[@hdbikerdave5835]

Congrats. You have worked hard and deserve the new machine. Enjoy!

[@gold-diggersanonymous1085]

I can remember as if it was yesterday when I got my first brand new mini!! (made of plastic for my fifth birthday) I was just as happy as Chris with his brand new baby!!! 😁 Nice Vid Chris!! 👍👍👍

[@annafraley5388]

OK, it’s time to Start your own Company, and start hiring..!! Oh, Hi Jason 👋🏼😎👍

[@JasonWorksAlot]

Howdy howdy👋🏼👋🏼

[@annafraley5388]

@@JasonWorksAlot ... Long trip Eh, Jason. 🤔 l see yo hav. relief driver this time.👍 What is it Pennsylvania or New York 🤷🏻‍♂️ either way a long trip with a strawberry 🍓 short cake 🍰...!!

[@JasonWorksAlot]

@@annafraley5388 hahah sure did. Pennsylvania just under 7 hours. Not Too bad. But you know how it goes when the celebrities ask a favor of you....😂

[@chrisbaker9366]

When he asked what name will You give it. I thought "Red Pepper".

[@patrickcolahan7499]

Nice to see you benefiting from all your hard work. Definitely not the 220 but there is a place for every tool. Congrats.

[@GMCRanch]

I love that new machine smell. Makes the long hours and hard work worth it when you can say that it's your machine bought by you for you with your money. I like the red too sets it apart from your standard orange or yellow equipment (even though I like my orange equipment lol)

[@HotDamnHarry]

If this one is "Strawberry Shortcake", does that mean the original is the "Banana Pud'n"

[@jimp.4531]

Chris, RED DRAGON would be a great nickname

[@oldschoolhoosier]

Congratulations on the new equipment Chris. “Shortcake” will definitely be a great addition to your business. 🚧 🪝 🕹

[@Harry-zz2oh]

Very nice rig; it should do you very well. Now you'll need to decide who gets to drive the old one!

[@wadepitcher2211]

YES!!!! 3 prong thumbs on minis .Makes a huge difference .Especially for raking and bushing

[@russellliupakka6996]

That grading bucket.... right out of the box, you operate it like a pro!! Fun to watch you. Russ. Esko, Minnesota

[@GlobalistJuice]

I'm sittin' here smiling by myself like a fool! 👍

[@paulriversred738]

Not by yourself we are all smiling on the other end of the phone lol

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Congrats 💯💪🏼💯

[@jeffreyhansen350]

Does AMI have an LD18 cloning laboratory? You’re going to need a couple of Chris’s to bid jobs, do the merch, handle the books, perform maintenance and drive the haul truck 😏. Congrats!

[@nineoclockhero]

I can't help thinking "Cousin Strawberry" would be a better name. Looks to be a fine machine, looking forward to seeing it on the jobs.

[@judimlee]

I enjoy all your videos love watching you need yo name this one Little Red not strawberry shortcake keep them coming

[@CCscott]

Best part of this video was the appearance by Jason.

[@paradislarry]

Not to Lets Dig fans.

[@PSExcavationsLLC]

Nice looking machine! hard to keep them looking this way for long ..

[@indigatorveritatis491]

I've been running a kubota 40 for a couple years now.. the 6-in-1 blade is pretty sweet.