My First Paying Job… Didn’t Go So WELL At The END… 🙄

[@AurigaMV]

Great work on the site! It's clear that the project faced some challenges, but you're handling every problem really well. I'm especially impressed with how you deal with equipment issues-it's always important to keep an eye on those details. I really appreciate that you share not only the technical aspects but also your spiritual reflections on forgiveness. It makes your content truly unique. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@tristardiggin]

Thank you I appreciate that! When things happen we just have to figure out how to overcome it… Glad you enjoyed the message…

[@Tony-ei9mh]

Great message. Hope most people stick around for them. GOD BLESS!!!! Have a great day.

[@tristardiggin]

@@Tony-ei9mh Thank you Tony and I hope more and more folks hang around for the message too… God Bless

[@1cor15_1-4]

Sorry your pretty much brand new machine has a leak- hope they help you out well and do the right thing. The message was a great reminder for us to take inventory with any bitterness and hatred and to confess it and try to make it right. I have 1 man Im still trying to have that true heart forgiveness with. GBY

[@tristardiggin]

@@1cor15_1-4 I think we are on the right track to get the mower fixed now. We definitely need to take inventory of those things for sure. I pray you are able to work that out with that man. God Bless

[@blackdogexcavator21]

I think Uncle Bigun has figured out a solution to his problem when he works with you, make sure he has his own transportation to and from the job site. Tell him from now on, if he gets there late, then he has to leave early to make up for it. Your message was spot on. When I even consider holding a grudge against someone who has done me wrong, the Lord reminds me that I, too, needed to be forgiven. Praise the Lord for His grace and mercy. Stay safe buddy.

[@tristardiggin]

@@blackdogexcavator21 Yeah Uncle Bigun learned a lot that day for sure! 🤣 Amen to what you said. If the Lord withheld forgiveness like we withhold it we would be in bad shape… God Bless

[@theimprovementsguy8871]

Sammy beautiful message. I struggle with forgiveness but try working on it. God bless thanks for your video and message

[@tristardiggin]

@@theimprovementsguy8871 I struggle with it as well! We can’t do it on our own that is for sure. But God is able… Thanks and God Bless

[@AllstarVentures]

What’s up Sam? 1)JD didn’t offer a hydraulic quick connect for my machine but wish I had one too. 2) them manual pole saws are the devil 😂. 3) a mulcher, cutter head, mower attachment,etc will definitely find some unwanted material on the ground. It’s amazing what you will find 😂. 4) I didn’t have my mulching attachment long before I found a loose line that leaked oil everywhere and then not long after tore a non related seal and leaked the gear oil from the main bearing 🤦‍♂️. Always something. You know as long as you have equipment you will have problems to fix. Good video and great message. Take care buddy

[@tristardiggin]

Yeah I don’t think Uncle Biggen enjoyed the pole saw. Definitely going to break downs and stuff to fix in this business for sure… Thanks

[@johnwillis12454]

Your message hit right at a situation I had today with a family member which started a new and hopefully put behind us years of hate and resentment, THANK YOU !

[@tristardiggin]

@@johnwillis12454 Hey John that is awesome to hear! Glad y’all got things worked out and the future is ahead of you. God Bless and thanks for sharing that…

[@Machines.In.Action]

It’s frustrating when equipment lets you down, but your resilience is inspiring. Keep going, Sam!

[@tristardiggin]

@@Machines.In.Action yeah it’s a bit frustrating but definitely part of the business! 😀 Thanks,

[@Justin-s8g9c]

What a fantastic message Sam, I needed to hear that, thank you!

[@tristardiggin]

Hey Justin that’s awesome and glad it was a help to you… God Bless

[@ronsmith4434]

Breakdowns are eminent no matter how new the machinery. Part of the business i guess. Love the message. You're exactly right. It's easier to say it with you mouth than to actually forgive from the heart. I've had the same experience as you. I had to go to that person and ask forgiveness and in turn that person ask me to forgive them. It was like a giant weight off of me. Later that person passed away. I was glad I made the first move. Thanks for the reminder Sam.

[@tristardiggin]

@@ronsmith4434 Hey Ron that is exactly right. This stuff is going to break for sure. That’s awesome that y’all worked out the situation before he passed. It’s definitely a heart of forgiveness that lifts the burden off of us. God Bless

[@tristardiggin]

@@ronsmith4434 Hey Ron that is exactly right. This stuff is going to break for sure. That’s awesome that y’all worked out the situation before he passed. It’s definitely a heart of forgiveness that lifts the burden off of us. God Bless

[@coocookachoo2806]

They don't make em like the used to, helpers and equipment. That's a great message, one of many in the Bible, thanks for sharing Sam.

[@tristardiggin]

@@coocookachoo2806 🤣🤣🤣 Yup, you can say that again…

[@joshparkey2018]

Great message Sam, I recently had to go through a forgiveness process too. I can say that it does feel better once that animosity is gone out of your heart. ❤️ I was tired of being so resentful towards this person ( an abusive step-parent) now they are dying with cancer and I had to make amends with them before they were gone. I had to give it to God. Took some time but I’m so much happier now.

[@tristardiggin]

@@joshparkey2018 Hey Josh that is right, it takes time but wow it’s a huge burden lifted when we deal with those situations. I know what you mean about being tired of feeling that way… God Bless

[@kevingardner4737]

Awesome video and message keep it up Sam!

[@tristardiggin]

@@kevingardner4737 Thanks Kevin, I appreciate that… God Bless

[@DustyGroundHog]

Glad all is well in your neck of the woods.

[@tristardiggin]

Thanks Dusty. We are thankful for sure…

[@medlinlandmaintenancellc]

AWESOME MESSAGE

[@tristardiggin]

@@medlinlandmaintenancellc Thank you Mark, glad you enjoyed it… God Bless

[@scottneedham9765]

Great message and video

[@tristardiggin]

@@scottneedham9765 Thank you Scott and God Bless…

[@matt.homan25]

Friendly question, what advantages does that excavator brush cutter have over a skidsteer version ?

[@tristardiggin]

Hey Matt that is a good question and the biggest thing is the reach you have with an excavator. You can reach into smaller and hard to get to places with the excavator. The skid steer definitely is faster and cover more ground than an excavator.

[@stevecamperson6093]

My opinion on those park brake pads. Most brake systems allow for the caliper to have enough travel to hold pressure even when pads are metal to metal. Parking pads typically don’t have or need to be as thick you may see on actual brake pads. As they aren’t really intended to wear much. They just keep it put when stopped. They look pretty good to me. I believe the problem may have been what you found with the caliper or something up stream from that. There may be additional adjustments that can be made that limited park brake pedal or lever travel. The ability to hold pressure is being lost somewhere. P.s. good message I’ve got a family member I’ve been struggling with. Forgive and forget seems to be the only way forward. Thanks again.

[@tristardiggin]

@@stevecamperson6093 Thanks for the info Steve. I’m thinking the same thing, there is enough pad to hold the truck as long as the caliper is adjusted and working properly. Hope to work on it some in next week or so to see if it works. I hope you get things worked out with the family member. Forgiveness is a powerful thing for sure… God Bless Thanks, Sam

[@johnbeam-d3v]

Great video and message. I understand the forgiveness part. Been there and done that. Oh yea.LOL! We stock those white oak trailer boards. 1-3/4x8" . Kinda feel sorry for that trailer! Lol.

[@tristardiggin]

@@johnbeam-d3v John sounds like you dealt with some of that message as well! I feel sorry for that trailer too. I didn’t know folks stocked whit oak boards like that. Any idea where I can find some. I really don’t want to put treated pine back on it… Thanks

[@johnbeam-d3v]

@@tristardiggin We do at Cleveland Lumber in Shelby. I will ask Ted monday if anybody over your way has some. We are probably 6 hours from you. He knows some guys over in Franklin. I will get him to make a call and let you know.

[@tristardiggin]

@johnbeam-d3v ok great, thanks.

[@spencer6764]

Amen Brother Great video Sammy

[@tristardiggin]

@@spencer6764 Thanks Jon!😀

[@parker1ray]

I have used one of those saws and cut more branches and limbs that I can count! I finally bought a Black & Decker pole chainsaw and it is well worth the investment!

[@tristardiggin]

@@parker1ray I’m with you on that! I need to invest in a good one. Because next time I feel like I will be the one using that thing…🤣🤣🤣

[@brianhubbard1621]

Good message today! Hard to follow , but needs to be done! On the video , aways carry a pole saw to a job with low limbs,you would not believe the glass , hoses, time ,face slaps, they help prevent, said did not need one, now can’t do without it,thanks again ,bet Henry’s dad would have bought you a pole saw if he knew what he was getting into!!

[@tristardiggin]

@@brianhubbard1621 Brian that is right, it is a tough road to walk for sure. But the results are worth it. I do need to invest in a good one for those reasons. Uncle Biggin probably would have bought one if he knew what was in store that day…🤣🤣🤣

[@haroldhawkins9370]

Nice video Sam.

[@tristardiggin]

@@haroldhawkins9370 Thank you Harold!

[@AnomadAlaska]

If you use the lopper to shorten the limb as much as possible it is less wobbly when it is time for the saw. I have the fancy Jameson poles with the big head lopper and a Silky saw.

[@tristardiggin]

@@AnomadAlaska yeah that’s a good idea. As you could probably tell we don’t use that thing very much…😀🤣🤣

[@roxyevans3176]

My toes hurt from that message. Uncle Biggin got cheated. Good video!

[@tristardiggin]

@@roxyevans3176 Roxy my toes are a bit sore from that one as well! 🤣 Poor Uncle Biggin he had know idea what he was in for…🤣🤣🤣 God Bless

[@davebanks5838]

Sam, great video and the message was spot on as always. Find a pole saw! Hand work is way too slow. lol…. Reminds me of the time my son came to help on a similar type project. Don’t know why he’s never asked to come back and help? 😂 The heads require constant maintenance. Yes, rocks are bad! They will destroy your teeth in a blink of an eye. Keep up the great work and thanks for all you do! God Bless

[@tristardiggin]

@@davebanks5838 Dave I could definitely use a good pole saw! 🤣 Yeah I’m not sure Uncle Biggin will be back anytime soon.🤣🤣🤣 Glad you enjoyed the message too… God Bless

[@rustrtal]

Hey Sam, I just installed a Diesel Equipment hydraulic coupler on my 304D. Wasn't too bad of a job...took me and a friend a day to do but now that we did it once, could probably do it again in 3-4 hours. I can send you some pictures if you want. The coupler and hose kit was around $3,200

[@tristardiggin]

That would be a cool addition to the 304. Yeah send some pics to me email… [e-mail]

[@jfitz9624]

Does it use a diverter valve or something? For the boom swing? I think that’s where I’d tap in for a hydraulic quick coupler I don’t have the 2nd aux circuit.

[@tristardiggin]

Good question! I was thinking it would have its own lines but there maybe a way to use a diverter valve, makes sense that it would work…

[@jfitz9624]

@@tristardiggin adding another set of spools to the main control valve after the fact and plumbing that all in is hard and expensive. So what I’ve seen with most aftermarket hydraulic quick couplers is an electronic diverter valve plumbed into the swing boom circuit. And you get a controller to mount in the cab. During normal operation it has no effect on the machine. Swing boom works as normal. But when you want to swap attachments you flip a switch on the controller which diverts fluid to the coupler, you switch your attachments and then flip the switch back. Pretty easy setup too. I have a 304e2 as well with the dreaded manual coupler. Too often I’m like, I really need to switch to my ripper, but I’m too lazy to get up so I’m just going to dig this out with my bucket lol. I wish I got the hydraulic quick coupler too.

[@tristardiggin]

@@jfitz9624 Yeah that makes sense how it works now. I get a bit lazy too about switching buckets…🤣🤣🤣

[@brandonnunes5875]

another sick video love your content brother keep it up god bless u

[@tristardiggin]

Thank you Brandon! God Bless

[@PaulLB7]

I 💯 wish I would have gotten the hydraulic quick attach too. I told the salesman he was a fool for not even mentioning it to me.

[@tristardiggin]

Paul I’m with you on that! I would like to have that too…

[@7-oaksfarm]

Think Uncle Biggun is going to ask more questions if there is a next time... Stinks about the seal on new machine.... If can't get it dirt dabbered together holler at me and can probably help. Your message this week we all need to hear but don't want to Sam lol.....

[@tristardiggin]

Thanks Nathan, Yeah I would say Uncle Biggun will have more questions next time. 🤣 I do want to get with you when you get some time about putting cylinders on the trailer ramps. I agree that is a tough message to put into practice for sure…

[@warrensutton9493]

Looking like a trailer redecking video may be in the future! Lol!

[@tristardiggin]

@@warrensutton9493 Warren that is a true statement. It’s in bad shape…🤣🤣🤣

[@fullers1966]

When you use the pulsar you got to get as close to the tree as you can and it cuts better pulling towards you then away if she's going to keep cutting that area taking a rumpus rake through there to get rid of some of those rocks beneficial

[@tristardiggin]

Yeah those rocks are a pain for sure…

[@jonathanzellner906]

As industrial mechanic, I’ve never seen new parts fail in my first 15ish years as I have for the last couple. It’s frustrating man. I’ll be sure to finish the video tomorrow for the message at the end. Customer support means the world though

[@tristardiggin]

@@jonathanzellner906 Thanks Jonathan! Wow, sounds like you are seeing a good bit of this too. Very frustrating but we just keep pushing through… I appreciate you watching the message too… God Bless

[@jonathanzellner906]

@@tristardiggin it used to be unheard of for a new part to need to be inspected. It used to just be assumed that it was a quality part. I’m sure you feel it harder than I do. But I take a lot of pride in my work, and it’s frustrating when a job I did, immediately breaks down again. But man, I can’t imagine having to deal with the financial aspect as well. Hopefully things turn around in November. God bless and keep your head up

[@tristardiggin]

@@jonathanzellner906 Thanks!

[@richardgavin6712]

Switch that manual expendable pole saw for Stihl or husqvarna expendable powered pole saw

[@tristardiggin]

Yes, that would be a good trade…

[@jont9903]

Uncle bigguns ain’t coming back to work with you 😂😂😂

[@tristardiggin]

@@jont9903 lol! Yeah I think you are right about that one…🤣🤣🤣

[@nealprice6262]

Get hardox welding rods and hard face the teeth or blades always work for me and saves wear and tear

[@tristardiggin]

@@nealprice6262 Thanks Neal and that is a great idea to make those last longer… Sam

[@raymondgochenour8725]

You talking about that attachment my attachment broke and I spent right at $2000 replacing it not knowing at the time I could’ve spent five and had the hydraulic. I was sad after I found it out. I changed it a lot. I got a 305.5

[@tristardiggin]

@@raymondgochenour8725 Raymond I’m with you on that. The hydraulic coupler is the way to go…

[@65BAJA]

29:36 The Milwaukee pole saw is pretty strong. Not the kombi tool, the dedicated pole saw. August Hunicke tested it against a Sthil on his channel. The Milwaukee was faster.

[@tristardiggin]

Cool thanks for the info. Will check that out…

[@jimjennings1970]

Hello sam

[@tristardiggin]

Hello Jim….

[@spankywagner7740]

It doesn’t mean giving up on them entirely, but it does mean recognizing that their journey is their own, and your efforts are best spent where they are welcome. It’s about balance: keep forgiving and loving, but don’t let their refusal to forgive or accept the Gospel derail your own path. Protect your peace and understand Matthew 10: 14 concerning shaking the dust from your sandals. Even after forgiveness some people will still try to use you, still try to manipulate you down both spiritually and financially and there is no excuse for it. It reminds me of some of the harsh statements that Jesus had for the Pharisees and the scribes that acted just like this. I don't give up on people after they have rejected me but there is the time when we have to consider right from wrong. In rejecting the gospel is always a terrible choice for a sinner. Just as in Jesus's time when he walked the face of the earth, there will always be people who try to use others in terms of their spirituality or their finances. Perhaps we need to have a discussion about the money changers at this point. We have to clearly understand that there will always be people who are trying their best to use others both financially and spiritually.

[@tristardiggin]

That was well said and very true…

[@jimjennings1970]

I hope they fix the machine at no cost to ya I know I could use that machine

[@tristardiggin]

Jim they are sending parts and should be good to go. It’s definitely does a great job…

[@jimjennings1970]

@tristardiggin that's good yes it does agood job

[@SA-76234]

You should weld a steel deck on that trailer. Wood don’t last.

[@tristardiggin]

Right, the wood just doesn’t last like it should…

[@MrNiklas1967]

Hi Sam

[@tristardiggin]

Hello Niklas…

[@gatorsadventures2298]

The day just started and he will not make it all day. That is no fun, especially at that height. Relativeability is what the job was. Sometimes it's great and then you the manual pole saw days.

[@tristardiggin]

@@gatorsadventures2298 yeah those days aren’t to fun!🤣 He was a whooped pup by the time he got all those limbs cut…🤣🤣🤣

[@Lonestardiggin]

Good video Sam! Did your son forgive you for working him so hard lol j/k. I’d like a small excavator like yours!

[@tristardiggin]

He may not show up the next time.🤣🤣🤣 The mini x comes in handy for sure…

[@jacobbuckley8232]

Could have atleast brought biggin a chainsaw

[@tristardiggin]

🤣 lol! He didn’t think to much of my fancy pole saw…

[@genevievehoulton5433]

Awesome video! Have you seen my invitation of testing a Grease Gun via email today?

[@tristardiggin]

Thanks, I appreciate that! I did see the email and will check it out…

[@mikec8519]

Two things, you could not give me a truck load of those pole saws, and why were you talking to me in the message?

[@tristardiggin]

@@mikec8519 Mike I wouldn’t take a truck load of those things either!😀🤣🤣 Whew, I think I got a good talking to out of that message as well…😀😳

[@randytedford6108]

As usual, a great video with a very poignant message. The need for forgiveness for the forgiver is as important as it is for someone needing forgiveness. You must've gotten a double dose of intuitive mechanical skills in your DNA, after seeing how adeptly you tracked down the problem with the flail mower. Watch out for Mondays !!!

[@tristardiggin]

@@randytedford6108 Thanks Randy! Well not sure about the mechanical skills. I just take stuff off until I think I get to the broken parts…🤣🤣🤣

[@user-bt6hh9yu1n]

Tryin to give my foot modeling job to someone else. Hurt.

[@tristardiggin]

@@user-bt6hh9yu1n Yup, trying to fill the foot model job with Uncle Biggen! 🤣🤣🤣

[@10rcoleman]

U should be ashamed getting on biggin it’s a lot different running a manual pole saw than setting on a piece of equipment lol

[@tristardiggin]

@@10rcoleman 🤣🤣🤣 If we didn’t give Uncle Biggen a hard time he would think you were mad at him…😂 lol