Prepping the MEGA MOWER for its toughest fight yet. PT#1

I have to lower the gravely walk behind tractor down a drop off to reach an abandoned beach. But I'm not sure if it will run or be able to handle what's coming next.

[@matty2helpfull]

I just bought myself a efco brush cutting weed wip on Saturday and got a brush blade for it today I absolutely love it its very light and has a 40cc 2 hp motor. I can't wait to see the fun in the upcoming videos

[@Dirtmonkey]

Sounds like you've got yourself a pretty cool new unit!

[@HalfCutGarage]

flippin handy little unit!!!!

[@jessethepondhopper8370]

Can tell you take care of your equipment lol build a big barn too store the rust I mean equipment

[@JacksonEngineering]

Damn having all that stuff sitting outside rusting kills me.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I'm with you- I just need a massive pole barn to store everything inside.

[@2009rummell]

@@Dirtmonkey as soon as you build one you will fill it and still have stuff outside

[@schmojo33]

@@Dirtmonkey Or a bunch of tarps and adjustable bungee traps.

[@Enonymouse_]

An electric version of this would be amazing.

[@markashley9955]

thanks for the great video.-looks like you have quite a project.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Indeed! Thanks for tagging along

[@pjmtts]

Andrew Cammarata would totally go on the boat across the lake.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I have a cool way of getting it down there.

[@michelpicton8357]

Awesome video!!!! Yahhhhh!!!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@chrismader3689]

Frankie’s contraption reminds me a lot of the D R power wagon that was always advertised in the back of Popular Mechanics along side the Rokon motorcycle.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thats definately a frankie machine

[@pjmtts]

Don’t forget the lock pick gun

[@logansimpson305]

Great video

[@Dirtmonkey]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@joebodway]

A video everyday?!?! Thank god!!!! These videos are amazing Stan! Seriously I look forward to them!!!

[@Dirtmonkey]

just this week and then its back to the regular schedule.

[@joebodway]

@@Dirtmonkey I'll take it!!

[@michael-ki4sr]

Nothing like the orginal gravely!!!get a old one and compare the two

[@Dirtmonkey]

Oooh may need to

[@DS-wk6vh]

Stan I hope you checked yourself when you got home or to the top of the hill because you’re gonna be covered in ticks. 👀👀😎😎☠️☠️👀👀

[@Dirtmonkey]

I thought so but didn't have a single one! amazing.

[@yardhelpwithjames821]

You should make a discord server Sort of like other you tubers are doing

[@Dirtmonkey]

I never heard of that- what is it??

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks!

[@turboman4736]

Would be nice if you had a pontoon boat you can just bring stuff over on it

[@540isilver]

These type of brush mowers are great to get into areas you don't know before you take more expensive equipment into the area

[@Dirtmonkey]

wait till you see what this thing can tackle.

[@tubester4567]

All this equipment gives me more respect for the early settlers who did all this work by hand.

[@mattbob6350]

Yes!!! I’ve been waiting for this video 💪🏼

[@Dirtmonkey]

Love to hear it 👊

[@brucebonkowski4526]

Why didn't you make another tubing to side into that one 4 hitch pins and clips but covered with rubber tires so you wouldn't scar the bark

[@mrcountry4484]

First viewer 2 seconds after posted

[@Dirtmonkey]

You beat me to it! I actually was going to add in a comment saying first as a joke but you got it! 👊

[@DM-ni2gm]

Hi I watch your video everyday tell the team I said hi and I watch there video everyday I love you guys I love the video it is Hanley Glowka

[@Dirtmonkey]

Gotcha you’re awesome Hanley! 👊

[@qfi7565]

Stan - where can I find the retaining wall blocks you all use? Is there a specific name to them...Versa Lock? I'm putting in a retaining wall for our inground pool...approximately 60ft in length and 3-4ft tall. Watch and enjoy ALL your videos from lower Alabama "Gulf of Mexico"! I've learned so much and you've encouraged me to do it myself. Thanks!

[@Dirtmonkey]

we use Versa-Lok standard units but they are pretty much out of stock almost everywhere. We have to place our orders 3-4 weeks ahead of time to get materials.

[@alexandercosta1777]

Hey Stan, what’s goin on , i am whooped, i ha four lanes today, and it may not sound like a lot, but i had to finish my mowing. In the rain, and before that, it was super hot, full sun beatin down on ya, and ungodly humid. But, my EGO 21 inch self propelled lawn mower excelled at the job, and the string trimmer and blower, i tell you what, that commercial series blower is so powerful, the grass and dirt build up on the sidewalk got ripped off oh the blower and i only had it on setting three lol. Today was lawn day for me, but tomorrow for sure i will go to the farm and help people load more of their purchases like the tractors and i think the open guy is coming to get the 2 ton ditch witch. That baby is heavy, it tipped the front end loader on it’s front wheels like nothing, but e will get it all done, the job is never done. And then this weekend was really nice, we had the auction, i helped with traffic control i think i told ya, and then after most for he stuff was sold off, i helped load stuff and like it told ya, got some good tips.for dinner tonight, we are having chicken Frances.well my friend, you have a great night, god bless and go get em, and make sure you whole crew and family are having fun along the way. We all need some fun every now n then. Have a great night, your buddy, Alexander costa

[@RockStarKidsMom]

So why is the equipment left outside like that to rot? Just wondering why you don’t have a nice steel building for your equipment.

[@Dirtmonkey]

overhead and space. I don't have the space and don't want the excess overhead

[@RockStarKidsMom]

@@Dirtmonkey understand, I thought at one time I saw large land behind the business. I just felt bad for the equipment, LOL.

[@madcapmagician6018]

i assume the end result will eventually be a video of you cutting a road to the bottom ? =D

[@Dirtmonkey]

thats coming up in a different video series.

[@ADSC2006]

Can't wait till tomorrow!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Its one a day but just this week, then its back to Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

[@brandywine1548]

Sickle bar mower 3pt attachment

[@Dirtmonkey]

tomorrow things start getting very interesting.

[@tommymann69]

Your weedeater on wheels is on tough machine

[@Dirtmonkey]

😁👍👍

[@charleschristiansonii718]

Gravely has always been a top notch piece of equipment, great video!!!!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Couldn't agree more!

[@joshuacarbaugh3476]

What do you do if there is a wasp nest in the ground do you remove it yourself or do you get a bee keeper 🤔

[@Dirtmonkey]

I try to maneuver & get it outta there myself as best as I can unless it’s impossible. Never been too good at calling professionals for stuff like this

[@charleswise5570]

Stan, have you ever used gasoline stabilizer? I bought a new lawnmower about three years ago, and every year, in the spring, I was taking the carburetor off of the mover, and cleaning all of the old fuel out of it. Since I've used a product called STA-BIL, fuel stabilizer, I haven't had this issue. I'm thinking having this on hand might save you frustrations when you're ready to fire up equipment. The bottle I bought will last a long time, and I think I paid between 9.00- and 10.00 dollars a bottle at The Home Depot.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Normally I do use stabilizer but not this time around.

[@tommymann69]

I woulD cut me a road down to the bottom of the hill

[@Dirtmonkey]

can't but would like to!

[@wvmurse]

Please can some one make an adapter for the old attachments 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Dirtmonkey]

🙏👍👍👍

[@fredschultz8267]

Use your skid steer and cut a zigzag trail/path down.... Simple.....

[@Dirtmonkey]

The county doesn't allow you to disturb the bluff zone.

[@MFCSTUDIOS]

Out of everything hitting wasps SUCKS the most... Especially when your seat belted in to a open cab skid steer or any equipment you can't get out of quick That doesn't have a sealed cab

[@Dirtmonkey]

Dude that is the WORST

[@lsellclumanetsolarenergyll5071]

Why in the freaking hell on earth don't you use ethanol free gas for all your small engine Equipment ??? Safe your hassle and let's do it bro. FYI love your videos. I am back at clearing my own property while getting toasted in the Florida oven LOL.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I do whenever possible I hate ethanol- sorry farmers. Corn gas sucks IMO. I appreciate farmers but hate corn gas

[@lsellclumanetsolarenergyll5071]

@@Dirtmonkey it is not the farmers fault. Same with DEF just because it's mainly urea it is not the farmers fault that they supply it. The only one we can blame is Government because they force everyone to accept it.

[@ohiofarmer254]

my old l model gravelys would pull that tree out without flinching

[@Dirtmonkey]

wait till you see what I throw at this thing.

[@corycourneyea6802]

Can see Frankie spending time down at the river in his spare time. I remember him finding a bunch of old lures when you cleaned out and old barn.

[@Dirtmonkey]

That would be Frankie!!

[@seansouth1556]

Really should check the oil before you fire up something that's been sitting that long

[@Dirtmonkey]

good catch! I might have forgotten to do that. I thought I did earlier but possibly not now That I see the video.

[@marcpleggeproduction]

Have you ever thought about doing maintenance on your blades n what not? Blades wouldn't be so bad if you sharpened them before every big mow day.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I do maintenance on them- but these were ok to start with. Not great but not bad

[@paulnicholson8524]

Cool

[@Dirtmonkey]

my favorite part is coming in the next video

[@olivercurren35]

Been waiting for this!!!!! Love this machine! Thanks for another awesome video!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@olivercurren35]

@@Dirtmonkey i will

[@robertvannicolo4435]

Stan I would guess the winch motor burnt up from the bad wires or not getting current through the corroded wires if you said the battery’s charged around here they rent goats out to clear areas like yours put up temporary fences and let them eat

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thats an amazing idea! That would be fun to see!

[@markellington8682]

Hey Stan, what ever happend to that 45degree back yard the you guys were gonna make flat and build a retaining wall for. I was looking foward to seeing that.😞😞

[@Dirtmonkey]

the wall turned out to be almost 11 foot tall. It took longer than expected and we are just wrapping that up. Plus they added a patio- so that series will finally be wrapped up for you guys.

[@markellington8682]

@@Dirtmonkey Great...I can't wait to see that . You guys do great work and I can tell you take great pride in your projects. I will be waiting😄😄👍🤸‍♀️

[@ianunderwood5858]

What is your favorite brand of skid steer and why

[@Dirtmonkey]

I like ASV for how it climbs hills, Cat for how smooth it is and the swing up door on the kubota. bits and pieces of all 3

[@rirebel6029]

Cat

[@andrewking24]

@@Dirtmonkey imagine if you could combine all 3 of those.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I should and make my own "Dirt Monkey" ultimate skid steer!😂👊

[@MrSiestaFiesta]

Gravely sucks. This is coming from years of experience.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Not this machine- wait till you see what she tackles on this site.

[@3535gt]

I don’t know if they have it up where you are but for small engines, VP racing fuel. 50:1 and 4 cycle. I called the engineers up after watching your video on how long gas lasts and they promised VP is good for 4 years in its original can and 2 years in the gas tank of whatever you have. I use it on all of my small Engines. I buy it 5 gallons at a time to save money. It is higher octane so saws and such run better. They also have a can of stuff called fix it fuel. Drain your old gas and get it to run on the fix it fuel and it’s worked wonders for my equipment. God bless!

[@Dirtmonkey]

I have seen that stuff but neer tried it. Its good stuff huh?

[@3535gt]

@@Dirtmonkey Ive used it continuously for about 4 years. The problem with it is the price. 5 gallons is about $75. But, they keep my maintenance down drastically. Try the fix a fuel first and see what it does.

[@An_Anubis_76]

You vacate, and you vacate, all of you vacate

[@merrymanrc]

Hi Stanley are you gonna spray some off bug spray on your pants legs to keep ticks off be safe out there

[@Dirtmonkey]

Try to but I always end up picking em off me either way!

[@jamymagro]

Was wondering what you were doing with that other property. Looking forward to daily content. Thanks for bringing us along Stan.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks for being here 😁

[@jeffmcbride469]

Why is so much equipment left outside? Just a lack of shed space?

[@Dirtmonkey]

yep- lack of space.

[@Josh-pg3km]

Hey Stan cool video! What happened to the wall from a few weeks ago?

[@Dirtmonkey]

just wrapped it up so a video will be coming soon!

[@Josh-pg3km]

@@Dirtmonkey awsome! Thanks!

[@BrianWild445]

man gravley"s have gotten better dad has an old 69 gravley setup

[@Dirtmonkey]

this thing is a brute!

[@phillipbonner5215]

Was wondering if you checked the oil on those two machines ?

[@Dirtmonkey]

yep- both were a-ok!👍😀

[@sweetkellymay]

You gotta build Frankie a bigger shop..

[@Dirtmonkey]

Agreed

[@ipod24gaming79]

Good Evening. How the day going? Have a great week. Lemon sparking water today.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Having a wonderful day out here today! Mostly coffee for me

[@Moose-rq8gv]

Did you guys finis other house at shangrala

[@Dirtmonkey]

Still working on Shangri-lodge.

[@viperlocc]

That's not how you shove your fingers into that gravely 😜

[@Dirtmonkey]

😂👊

[@justasbudreckas8460]

Is tehre something similar to th gravly sold in europe?

[@Dirtmonkey]

I don't know

[@philiph1802]

Better get it done now. It will be too cold in another couple weeks lol.

[@Dirtmonkey]

True! Hope you’re wrong though

[@lindencamelback2305]

Ferris makes a heavy duty flail mower, but that may be only in England or Europe.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I know altoz makes a beast of one.

[@lindencamelback2305]

@@Dirtmonkey They may, but it is not listed on their web site.

[@Mr_Tecumseh]

Are you by any chance related to that fellow who runs grease monkey garage? You guys look like brothers. I forget his name, but his show was on this history channel along with pawn stars and American pickers, he's on youtube now too.

[@misterb1080]

Take a skid steer and make some switchbacks to get to the beach.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I can't disturb the soil on the bluff

[@danielslawncare]

Yes!!! I can' wait to see this. What time is over there? It is 9am Tuesday morning here in Brisbane, Australia. Its the last day of winter which is great becasue I am so excited and pumped for sping. We don't really get winter here in spring, not even frosts. I have been mowing my lawn like once a fortnight still. Definetly no snow ploughing where I am haha Anyways I love your videos Stan and I was just wondering what camera, microphone and tripod you use? Because your videos are amazing to watch and I really appreciate the time and effort that goes into making these quality videos. Have a great day and keep safe. Cheers Daniel

[@Dirtmonkey]

Hi Daniel, I use a go pro 7 on 4k. I like that camera the best of any I have used. The 7 is unique in that you can plug it in and charge the battery while the camera is running and recording. the 8 can't do that.

[@danielslawncare]

@@Dirtmonkey I see, I might look at getting one. Do tou use a microphone at all?

[@Dirtmonkey]

just the microphone that is built into the camera

[@tillmannoneya6941]

Just hope u show finish project. U always show us the start of a job, but never show us the end of it.

[@tillmannoneya6941]

Well most jobs.

[@Dirtmonkey]

You will be getting a daily update till the very end which is on Friday. I promise.

[@nashcobb3056]

here to help

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks Nash!

[@anthonymakley1530]

Thank you for another awesome video appreciate all the hard work you put into these videos god bless

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks for watching! God bless and Go get em!

[@aarrondilello1205]

Great video keep up the great work 💯💪

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thank you! Will do!

[@Freecan67]

I like my weed Wacker. Just change from string to a blade and then Wack Her Down. Have Fun. God Bless.

[@CZAnthonyX]

Hope you had a great day stan! Just got home from a long day of cutting grass! Keep up the great work! Stay safe!

[@Dirtmonkey]

Sounds like you had a long satisfying day. Those are the good ones.

[@heathrobinson9428]

Y would u not use the skid steer an big brush cutter instead of doing all that manual labor?

[@Dirtmonkey]

I can't get one down the slope

[@heathrobinson9428]

I run equipment for a living in the great state of Tennessee an have had my skid steer an diamond 72 in cut brush cutter on stuff that is a lot steeper than what that looks to be

[@stanleyharris3813]

I enjoy watch'n yo videos, because we have the same first name, know what I mean Stan da man

[@Dirtmonkey]

Oooh another stan the man in the house 👊👊👊

[@TheNice4everything]

That's because it's harbor freight I had to replace mines

[@Dirtmonkey]

Really?😱

[@TheNice4everything]

@@Dirtmonkey yes wire gets Corroded inside cheap insulate wire

[@blumaxx1]

Your a real piece of work,,,keep up your Schrod

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks!👊

[@rob77ist]

"Glade to see that you tie your equipment down when have it on the trailer." And the equipment in the back of the UTE. Yes I said a ute. Not a truck

[@Dirtmonkey]

Yeah- you caught me on that. I was just wheeling it around the corner for that shot. Good eye catching that. if I was going any distance at all I would have strapped her down but the few blocks down the gravel road I figured it was safe.

[@rob77ist]

@@Dirtmonkey It always to play it safe. Only takes one sec for it all to change. Its not worth the risk of your self or anyone else

[@memyselfandifarmer]

I hate leaving equipment outside

[@Dirtmonkey]

me to- wish i had a much bigger shed

[@tommymann69]

I miss the original dr equipment from the past field mowers professional tillers etc .those old machines was tough as nails and very strong

[@Dirtmonkey]

Me too. Me too

[@ClinttheGreat]

I just bought on older DR brush mower, the thing is a monster.

[@patmason7276]

You need a big shop to keep that equipment in . You can tell people with money. 🤣🤯

[@bryandevries7210]

Do you have other Gravley equipment?

[@Dirtmonkey]

nope just this one.

[@isellcatlitter]

i still think T-N-T is your best option

[@Dirtmonkey]

Could be 😆

[@Sevalecan]

Activate the wench.. 😂 EDIT: Yep that wire is straight effed. That white powder is not characteristic of copper, is this aluminum wire?

[@mitchstallings7196]

As with other comments. Can't ever see leaving my expensive equipment outside just to weather it much quicker. Not to mention quickening the rotting of seals/rust, etc. The garage looks empty...stickem in there and take care of them.

[@joeromanelli6372]

Love the videos Stan! Great guy and love watching the stuff you do all the time

[@Dirtmonkey]

I appreciate that!

[@aaronbrucker1365]

Not strapping down your load to the trailer??? Thought you knew better

[@paulnicholson8524]

GOD bless Stan Frankie is a blessing

[@Dirtmonkey]

Frankie is the real deal!

[@mikemcgown6362]

I'm looking forward to seeing your videos! I noticed one thing you did that you posted warnings about, you didn't secure your equipment on the trailer before hitting the road! Man, Stanley! Practice what you preach. No, really, I love watching your videos. I'm not "trolling" you. Don't hate me for that. I do wish you good luck and safety on this project. I want to see that Gravely in action! Should be better than the walk-behind DR trimmer. Just don't sink it in the lake! Thanks for the video! God bless you, too.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I was just going around the block for that scene but very good eye on that. I didn't think many people would notice. luckily it was a very short run😉

[@DurzoBlunts]

Surprised you haven't reviewed a Honda HHT35s, one of those with a flat steel blade is near unstoppable in grass.

[@Enonymouse_]

Excedingly complicated/awkward control setup but im sure it mows good.

[@michaelhoffman1951]

Stan you tell your help to check the oil level BEFORE they start your equipment, but you did not in this vid on two pieces of equipment! That looks like hypocrisy to me ! You must be an sdvisor to Joe Biden!

[@Dirtmonkey]

I missed that! good catch.

[@paulnicholson8524]

It would be great if he wrote a book.

[@Dirtmonkey]

Well there's a thought...maybe when I can't move my body anymore😉

[@jsuperman7672]

Boy, watching you do all that work makes me thirsty, think i'm going to have a beer. I think you should clear the whole property you have and start fresh. Have fun

[@Dirtmonkey]

I plan on cutting as much as that machine will let me.

[@NorthShoreScout]

would be fun to see a herd of goats going after one of these brush projects! probably takes some time but would make for a cool video!

[@Dirtmonkey]

I bet a herd of goats would clean that mess up easy.

[@emil8786]

it's winch not wench, cool mower btw

[@Dirtmonkey]

I think its my minnesota accent

[@rayrayslawnlandscape2008]

skid steer brush cutter?

[@Dirtmonkey]

That would be awesome- but not do-able. Tomorrow you'll see

[@stevebrough304]

I was wondering if you treat your gas with a fuel stabilizer? I use Sta-Bil if I'm not using something often. You definitely got your work cut out for you. You have two unique types of equipment that are each suited for what they're designed to do. See you tomorrow Stan.

[@Dirtmonkey]

normally I do treat them but not this time.

[@davenhunter99]

Just to throw this out there, how about you put out a review on the Altoz tsx-561 stand on mower I'd like to hear what you have to say about this mower?

[@ianunderwood5858]

Love the videos

[@Dirtmonkey]

Thanks Ian!

[@AndrewOborny]

What are you using for a camera holder ? A mono pod poked in the ground?

[@TrentMcNary420]

I got your back brother!!!!! I wont let them get ya

[@Dirtmonkey]

you are legend!👊

[@rerolley]

Looks like the local wildlife appreciate the overgrown wild lakeshore.

[@Dirtmonkey]

I think they actually like what I have done better. I have given them a canopy and cover but access to the lake and room to roam.

[@phillyfanist]

Daaaang that closeup of a dirt monkey forearm had you looking like a buff beast Stan!

[@larrykluckoutdoors8227]

I think you should keep that Gravely at my house when you aren’t using it, I take care of it

[@Dirtmonkey]

Hahaha 👍