Rethinking the plow design, more lowboy trouble, and thanks to Todd and ITR we have new 30” pads

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A little update on the plow, the lowboy comes home and Truck or Track pulls through with new pads.
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[@robertzapatka1082]

Thanks to you DP, Let's Dig 18, Captain Kleeman, C&C and Upstate Brush Control for ruining broadcast cable TV for me. All I watch is your KZbin channels anymore! Love it!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks for watching buddy

[@pamike4873]

That's about the size of it. I have a 65' 4K 3D TV that I bought a few years back and spent some serious cash on an incredible home theater system (well, incredible for me anyway), and the only thing I watch on a regular basis is either FOX or my local news. I'll watch the Weather Channel, History, Smithsonian, or one of the movie channels, but that's really the extent of my TV watching. I'm giving serious thought to taking my computer from my office to the living room so I don't feel so bad about spending all that money on something I never use, lol. I'll just use the TV as a monitor. I already have a wireless mouse and keyboard, so why not.

[@rickster9993]

@@pamike4873 Cut your cable TV and get cable internet. Maximum speed if you can get it. When I want to watch a movie I search for it. I watch fox news for the laugh. Like the onion their unbelievably funny.

[@pnwRC.]

Honestly, it's been at LEAST 6 months since I've turned on the television. There's much gooder stuff on KZbin to watch!

[@erikcourtney1834]

@@pamike4873 not sure what kind of kind of tv you have, but my Vizio will mirror my phone threw Bluetooth. Also have the KZbin app on the tv. Be a good way to get some more use out of your tv. I’ve always thought KZbin videos look weird on a big tv. Reminds me of a really low budget movie lol. Video quality and content is great. Just use to watching it on a phone screen I guess.

[@craigpridemore5831]

God bless Aaron and his crew and all the guys 'working the nasty jobs to keep the lights on'.

[@DirtPerfect]

Agree

[@pipelinemechanic731]

Amen to that !!!

[@kevin2923]

Do you start all your sentences with 'god'?

[@pipelinemechanic731]

@@kevin2923 God bless you bud!!!

[@americanpatriot2.06]

All while laughing at the lefties screaming about dead dinosaur fuel. Wind and solar has proven to not meet the countries electrical demands. Honestly, I think it will be at least another 50 years before it could even meet half of the demand.

[@williammatthews2948]

Ronald Reagan said the 8 most dangerous words in the English language were "I'm from the government, I'm here to help." He was spot on with that statement. They're always screwing things up.

[@dougdoug2165]

Reminds me of "Spies like us" when Chevy Chase and Dan Aykroyd said, It's "Ok we're Americans!" And they strung them up by their feet.

[@williammatthews2948]

That was interesting. Big thanks to Aaron and his fellow boilermakers.

[@Schmidt973]

I would like to personally thank Man Behind the Scenes for helping to keep my lights on. Living in Southern Indiana also I’m sure he has worked on part of a powerhouse that supplies my electricity. Thank you Aaron!

[@Fatamus]

Shhhhh 🤫 Aaron's head is big enough. Yes, Man Behind the Scenes deserves a commendation but if his head gets any bigger he won't need a ladder he'll be able to float up to work on the top of the boiler. 🤣😂🤣 👍Thank you Aaron!

[@Fatamus]

AND, AND, AND Let us NOT forget Arron's Family and support group ... Thank You as well.

[@markdannewitz3424]

Thank you Aaron for keeping the lights on and for keeping America industry rolling! Common sense is the only thing that’ll save our country!

[@oddtechman]

Now that was a quality video! so much happening and really interesting to see how the tracks were done.. Todd and crew really did well as did Clint and co :)

[@DirtPerfect]

Agree and thanks buddy

[@bobbydawson7706]

I'm happy for Aaron as long as he is happy! Just as long as he shows up when he can!

[@Mitalayeka]

Its very interesting how those tracks on the Dozer are maintained, thanks for taking us along with u, i wouldn't have had a chance to see how its all done.

[@laceitup1]

I like watching the process of changing the pads on the rails. Learned something new every time I watch one of your video's. Thanks!

[@maxobara1496]

Nice new sneakers for the 850J, going to look awesome!! Steve saved Todd’s butt again, getting it done, thank god Steve has more manual laborers around 😂 Great work Todd and Truck or Track!! Nice to see real people working hard. Clint from C&C Equipment nice job also!! Nice variety today too, kind of neat seeing a bunch of different projects. 👍🇺🇸

[@waltermattson1730]

Aaron is kind of important at all the jobs he works at. He is a start of your videos too. It is fun to watch your repair videos. You are a professional at all you do.

[@blueonblack3971]

You definitely made the right move by changing both valves. You have a hell of a trailer there. For that model it has been taken well care of. Can't wait to see the tile plow break ground.

[@americanpatriot2.06]

It never fails when working on air brakes. You replace some components, and the other old components tend to fail shortly after.

[@royscarbrough3589]

I thought the livestream had two cylinders so I am glad I am not losing it. Blessings

[@patrickcolahan7499]

Pulled wrenches on heavy equipment for many years, one thing you can be guaranteed is that equipment will fail. Dual cylinders is a much better concept. There is going to be a tremendous amount of forces being applied to the entire system as you cut through the ground. Especially those shock moments as you move from soft to hard soil.

[@thomream1888]

Thank you Aaron! And Great Job Mike!!!

[@billvandorn5332]

Like many, we're all very concerned about our infrastructure. Sadly it was planned sometime around 2015 and probably before that! Hopefully things will change soon. Grateful for you offering him extra work and money! May God continue to abundantly bless you and all here

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

Thanks for sharing what Aaron does and the situation his industry is in! Thank goodness the powers to be has the common sense to rethink the wind and solar issues and put the other plants back in operation! People are reliant on electricity!

[@kopenhagenkid]

Great job on the tracks Todd and crew

[@latisimusd]

Good follow up on your design, mock-up, testing, and ability to adjust all for durability. Plus the trailer brakes (nice diag and repair) and 850J track upgrade fun. God Bless Aaron and his crew for keeping the lights on.

[@jeffdunn8223]

Thanks for sharing. Good info for my next under carriage

[@mischef18]

Great to see Todd and Clint in this video bro it made for great viewing along with what you did. Safe travels

[@scottsand2317]

It’s always something there Mike glad to see you’re a capable dude who can get stuff done

[@kevinkenyon7045]

Mike great video! Thanks for sharing! Your friendship with your suppliers is amazing! Thanks for sharing! Kevin

[@okiemale1589]

Nothing better than a little dirt in my coffee this morning... After seeing the trouble you were having on a few things I thought I'd share mine l had. 2 weeks ago while out riding my Harley Davidson Ultra, l lost my key fob, after trying my pin number to override the security system l still couldn't restart my Harley after l made a stop. Well... now I'm stranded 80 miles from home, but thanks to a friend that helped me out by showing up with a trailer, we were able to drop my motorcycle at my local Harley Davidson dealer that evening. Now, just under 2 weeks, and $600 bucks later, l now have a new security module, and 2 key fobs for my Harley... So... now l am back to my normal routine of Dirt Perfect in the morning... And out riding my scooter in the afternoon... (l love being a retired "old fart!! ) Once again Awesome video!! Looking forward to the next one!! 😎👍 Shout out to Aaron, ( and the union industrial electricians , ( my trade )), that keep the power running to everything we take for granted in our lives... Thanks... 😎👌

[@arthurjennings5202]

I used to work at a Caterpillar dealership. The rail and roller shop stayed very busy. I see that you are not doing anything to the rails. I assume the rollers are good also. We would break down the rails and replace pins and bushings, or if the pins were not too worn, would turn the bushings. If the rollers were worn, they would build them up with weld and do the same thing for the links as well. I worked in a different area, but things in your shop looked very familiar to me.

[@pmiller7886]

If folks didn't grow up around this kind of work they have no idea what an endless grind excavating and trucking is. The work is non stop. Most of the heavy equipment guys are hard livin' and hard drinking fellas, Mr Dirt here seem an exception. If you aren't made of stern stuff you will never make it doing this job.

[@Jammer.1]

Thanks to C&C and ITR for youe great help on the pads !

[@andrewruble7706]

Mike I had to laugh. Your smile and excitement when the job worked is priceless. I get the same feeling in my job, when even though like you I know it should work, it still is a great feeling that a plan comes together! Good luck on the Tile Plow. Looking forward to the upgrade build.

[@dennis2376]

Thank you and have a good week.

[@shitloveaduck]

Man!! We liked to relax in the down season at the ranch. It was just feedin and takin care if the cattle. We would get the maintenance done as needed, but then we relaxed!! You are a going machine from pre-sunrise to post sunset!!! Some long days,,,,,,,,,,. You will be happy to get back in the dirt so they are “ONLY” 12 hour days!!! Heh heh heh. I’m very impressed. Such an awesome work ethic!!. Catch ya on the next one!!

[@bobbyossenbeck6402]

Isn't that the whole reason for a prototype to iron out unforseen problems with the original design Good job not being bullheaded and making a bad situation worse

[@TheGingerGenius78]

Excellent to see Todd’s guys and work and good job on the Lowboy and the 850J will look great on those new pads :)

[@lloydwilliams8715]

Good morning DP and crew working this morning. Hopefully you are having a great week. Greetings from Jamaica 🇯🇲

[@heatherlane9270]

Great lot of tying up loose ends with the plow, lowboy (& further repairs) and what was happening with the tracks. Thanks.

[@dansevern3291]

Glad you got the stuff fixed, makes me feel better that I'm not the only one who has to drive a couple of hours each way in different directions to get stuff done. Seems like about a week's worth of stuff in one video, very interesting one, thanks.

[@franz357]

It's just fascinating to see how all these things work for someone like me who's not in that trade. Thanks for these many, many really interesting videos, Mr DP & Co !

[@danielpullum1907]

DP, You continue to amaze me with the depth of your knowledge. That doesn't come from letting someone else do the work. You've been there more than once.

[@gayle4804]

Awesome video seeing a lot of people, Hope Aaron gets back to help you it would be great you 2 be in together again

[@andysukosd8177]

Now this was a great video, very interesting. Loved watching. Thanks for the great content.

[@rushd45]

Yup, you're perfectly right, minimal maintenance year after year with major profit and now they say wrong numbers.... of course they're wrong after no maintenance for year after year....

[@cdouglas1942]

Thanks for your awesome content Mike. I have to say I am getting spoiled by a new video everyday. Its clear that anyone who's an owner/operator is also the chief mechanic. Judging by the dark sky I think you missed dinner at home tonight for our benefit. Thanks, well done.

[@breikowski]

You got lights in that shed! Nice ones too! Wow, fancy!

[@robertdraper7258]

Enjoyed the video Mike, it covered several different projects well. Keep up the Good Work!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@tomswindler64]

Really enjoyed this video showing behind the scenes was informative as always.I’m sure the tracks will be beneficial in long run.and great that you were able to find the brake parts for the trailer also. Great video,just keep doing what your doing and carry on 👍👍👍😎😎😎

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@jacobbrown5553]

I enjoy the mechanic type videos just as much as the earthwork itself!

[@douglasgallipeau6582]

Good on you for helping Upstate Brush Control with the new excavator! They look like kids at Christmas.

[@DirtPerfect]

Yup happy for him

[@cullenmiller8170]

Smart on replacing the relay valve as well. Hopefully, there is not to much rust in the tanks since that will ruin valves quickly. Seeing the track press brought back memories of working for a place in Memphis, TN that had to two of them, a station to rebuilt top and bottom rollers and a big welding machine set up to build up idler wheels. Sometimes I would flip my own pin and bushings if the guys were swamped, but I hated to run the track press. Pressing bushings that were wore through was scary as hell since they like to shatter.

[@73DiamondReo]

i feel like ill be going through the same stuff you did with my lowboy also. I did the pads on my small dozer when i had it. torched all the bolts off and got new hardware and pads. it was quite a bit of work. having the right equipment sure makes a job go easy!

[@ian_b5518]

Another top video! And what a great way to remember transport safety by giving it the happy face of Officer Hoover.

[@kevinmurray7135]

Another great video Mike those guys down there in Kentucky were a good bunch of guys and they did great work on your tracks the valve job well it was interesting how easy brass will twist off but you’re good to go nicely done 👍😎🇺🇸NY

[@explorationuk6737]

Said it before..the wee man is an valuable member of your team.. and thanks for the insight on him keeping the lights in your country ..top man aron brum.. top man Mike ..glad the trailer brakes wasn't to involved for ya thanks for the content buddy Peace n love from Cumbria UK 🇬🇧 ❤

[@allensharlow7763]

Glad most everything got fixed on your air line’s and air brakes, oh and those are nice tracks now for your dozer, she will be as good as new. Have a great one Mike🙏🙏🍮🍮🍮☀️☀️☀️☀️😎😎😎😎

[@shootersoptiontargets]

Always a fun time watching you and Todd have at it.

[@randytravis3998]

I think Todd had a stunt double doing the cleaning ,, with all that gear on and the camera 60 feet away could have been any one cleaning the pads .. so I have not seen Todd work yet so I think it's fair game for DP too pick on Todd ..

[@donalddehaven3229]

I used to work in the coal power plants like Aaron and understand the country would be in serious trouble without them. Love the channel and as always I enjoy watching your skills in repair and fabrication and as you work in the business of excavation. It’s awesome

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks for watching

[@rickster9993]

Thankfully coal power is going away. The government isn't shutting them down either. It's just cheaper to go green. Steam power isn't going to go away though, just the way it's generated is changing.

[@snappingbear]

@@rickster9993 BullSchiff. It IS not cheaper to go green. In fact, we are not even remotely close to being able to shift from petrochemicals to alternative sources. Our soaring gas prices and unprecedented rise in inflation is due entirely to the illegitimate buffoon Biden's policies.

[@chrislaarman7532]

(Essentially joining the choir) Thank you for so many aspects of this video, showing how much craftsmanship all those involved have. (I have already watched Clint's videos on the Low Boy.) That does include yourself, DP, with your vision of creating this deep plow, and MBTS for his views and skills, and both of you for the joy you lay in your work. Thanks also for the explanation about the power grid. (After all, I'm in Europe.)

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@exotictones1054]

I did my tracks pads n bolts on my dozer all by hand.what a job.

[@stevencroon]

Good morning all this has a been a great series!!

[@steves9915]

That was a lot of info on many things, thank you. I understand Aaron's work as I have been working outages for over 40 years and it is the start of the spring season. I hope he makes it back soon so you have some adult supervision now that he is head pimp in the boiler fitter world. Thanks DP and I'm sure the tile plow is going to work fine. I do wonder after they said the wider shoes give up some traction for floatation, if you won't end up spinning your wheels if it goes too deep. But on the positive side, the new pads have taller paddles than the old track.

[@haydenuk02]

Brilliant work and thanks for sharing this with us take care

[@MatthewJRedmond]

Machine looks awesome with the new pads. Can't wait to see final product. The tracks dragging on the concrete was worse than utensils scratching a plate, hopefully poor gunner wasn't in him room trying to sleep lol. Keep up the great work Ole boys. Can't wait for the next one 😁👍

[@charlesfreed7834]

Your projects are getting interesting hope it all works out

[@ronmalenka7517]

Might want to make a wiper for the tooth to prevent rocks and mud from doing the same thing that the welding slag and bb's did........conveyer belt scrap and angle iron should do it...Great videos!

[@greggb1416]

Agreed Mike, on the decision to replace the two air brake valve components, albeit a $400’ish bill. It is now a new trailer (relatively speaking), you have peace of mind, and minimal reliability issues. Loving that covered equipment structure every time I see it, now good lighting…, had to make a few trips to the main shop headquarters for msc., parts/tools, but what an asset to have. Great video, Thank you sir.

[@jb98331]

i am glad steve said that your tracks were easier than most. i was in awe of how easy the bolts came out. we usually end up cutting nuts off. big difference is in the field.

[@glennhunter7018]

Good video thanks for telling us what Aaron does thank God for him to help keep the lights on Aaron is a good man tell him to be safe I know you will figure out how to fix the equipment you are a good good mechanic my friend be safe on the road

[@grilnam9945]

Morning DP you got a thanks from Jon at UBC regarding Hyundai over the weekend. Well deserved

[@davidmays5231]

Good job backing into that dark hole DP......even if lights are on, it's dark from outside if its daylight. Yes, change them both. Those valves must be gold inside!

[@michaelmullins1290]

I've worked a few shutdown jobs. Nuclear and coal powered. It's high tension and way overdue like you say. Stay safe Aaron.

[@chuckjames1943]

I really liked watching you work on the trailer brake valves. Having been an owner/operator of an equipment business I appreciate all of the skills you need to run your business. You are a mechanic, operator, estimator, accountant and a wonderful supervisor (plus father and husband). It's fun wearing all those hats, but it also keep you on your toes at all times. Keep turning out all of these videos, they bring back some good memories.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@reedburke7762]

Very good synopsis on the power calamity Mike.

[@dennisbroughel427]

Mr DP not only are you not an engineer but now your not an air plumber. But you do the work so well. Enjoyed the episode.

[@retrodad6864]

Another quality interesting vlog DP. Interesting explanation about the power stations being rundown but now being required again. MBTS will sort them out. Thanks for posting. 🇬🇧👍👍

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@OldVermontGuy]

Greetings from No VT - Definitely replacing both valves is the smart move. With the age of that trailer you are buying years of trouble free operation with the refit now. Air valves are freaky when a couple of decades of moisture does their thing.

[@suzylarry1]

Good to se Todd is Busy and the Boys at C & C are make'n things look new ! We viewers all seen Todd in a Banana suit doing manual labour ! Great content.

[@sonnyblazer5504]

KZbin wants CONTENT? Not sure they meant ALL FROM YOUR CHANNEL! WOW! This seemed like a "mini series" (in one viewing) of 'technical' stuff enjoyable to watch & learn from. Now, every time I see a TRACKED machine working my eyes will ZERO into/onto the track & PADS with a warm smile! "GREAT TIME MIKE & ALL = SPECIAL"

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks buddy

[@littlefinkle7757]

Enjoy the week! Good project.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@carlmclelland7624]

Great show, Mike. See'ya on the next one!!

[@DirtPerfect]

thanks!

[@72hourbob61]

My 2 cents is I would mount the cylinders 1 on each side in hopes to keep it from binding and let the rollers do the front & back work that would keep a lot of the load off the rollers and each cylinder bracket would have less stress on it. Love the videos keep them coming.

[@andarthome142]

That was my first tought also for the plow, to use two cilinders for the lift, it's spreads the power and stres, it's better to do one in the front and one in back!👍😎💪

[@donaldtrabeaux5235]

Awesome video DP. Thanks to everyone involved stay safe and God bless.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks, you too!

[@mw5905]

I'm sure a fine set of brand new wider tracks gives one the same warm feeling inside as an off road guy gets when a big ol new set of super swampers go on...

[@robertvannicolo4435]

Mike officer Hoover has a large smile on his face 👮‍♂️👍Cool to watch track plate switch how fast it goes with proper equipment

[@dougdoug2165]

Between Clint and you I think we all got quite the education on detachable goose-neck air-lift trailers and brakes.

[@DirtPerfect]

Lol yup

[@Bman2020]

DP you certainly have a lot going on man you obviously put a lot into your business as we’ll doing for others and some nice suppliers as well a great combination congrats on you success don’t miss a video very entertaining thanks man Alan in Nova Scotia Canada 🇨🇦👍

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks appreciate that

[@kingwood4357]

Great video, excellent job on the trailer by everyone involved. 👍 The new pads are going to look good on the dozer.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@firewalker1372]

You gotta love our Government 🤦‍♂️. That’s all I’m going to say. Thanks for the explanation on all that. I was always curious how he was able to do videos with you on top of being a boiler maker. Ya know being in the fire service I always thought my job was safe, especially in my area, but the way things are working out. Wouldn’t surprise me if they try to cut our pay or something worse. And it’s bad enough we are over worked and underpaid. Your videos definitely help by taking the mind off Bs. Keep up the great work bud.

[@darrelllitherland8880]

i love the long videos and not that i can ever put it to practice i do try to learn from them. lol even the drone of the machine motors is relaxing to me lol

[@kenmccall8051]

Great video DP 400 buck's not bad now you have a brand new trailer .(safe first always) you do a great job of that it seems thanks and have a great day 👍👌😎✌️🇺🇲

[@buddyreed2623]

I had asked in an earlier video why you did not change the pads. I know now why. They have all of the stuff to do it right. As others have said, interesting video. I guess you have a nearly totally new trailer and all that was shown looks great. Have good days!

[@dansbrown1313]

Thank you Mike, a 56 minute video sure made my day! It was great to see Todd and his crew doing their magic and adds another piece to the puzzle that we know of as "Dirt Perfect". PS: Did you buy Todd lunch? He did win the bet.

[@DirtPerfect]

Glade you enjoyed

[@Wood.Water.Camping]

Great video. Really like seeing Todd doing some work lol. I guess he did so much he needed that Serta sleepy chair for his office lol.

[@jcadult101]

Always love seeing the guys at T&T, they should have a channel. Thanks for the airbrake lesson, my son drives OTR and often has trailer issues, airbags, brakes, lost an airtank once, so nice to see what's actually going on back there.

[@royordway9157]

Truck or Track does have a KZbin channel.

[@JCrook1028]

kzbin.info

[@marksaunders2500]

Hi mike and crews👍👋 massive thanks to aaron and his team for doin what they do forball you people over the pond (great workers are in demand) and for people to be as talented as aaron especially👌 hope they havent left work and powerstations to the bitter end as will be more demanding for teams to put right and bigger expense! Hope your brakes hold up now as lowboy totally brand new bit by bit 👍😂 all that plough work built up yoyr muscles to snapping the brass fitting💪😂 you got it tho 👌 massive thanks to todd @ truck or track great team too good jobs all round👌👍 thanks for your time and be safe see you soon👍👋

[@DirtPerfect]

thanks

[@nickkirdan8922]

Really enjoy seeing you working on equipment with success

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks 👍

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@runout57]

Two cylinders one on each side of the main tube at the balance point of the digging unit. This will keep the stress off the rollers and keep everything functioning correctly (with the hydraulic cylinder attached as you have it, it will cause binding between the digging part and the rollers causing excessive wear to both units). Just a suggestion, before I retired I was a draftsman.

[@dhamps10]

Those are GREAT screw extractors. I had a set before I retired.

[@bump6469]

That was excellent job on the whole vidja. Thank u sir 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks 👍

[@johnautry7102]

Todd seams like he would be great to work for. Enjoy watching your videos.

[@outwestcountryliving9735]

You might check to see if the quick release valves are all working on each axle. Sometimes they get poured and don't release the air. Like you say, it might be blessing through the valve. I have also had the o ring between the chambers on a maxi can start leaking to do the same thing. But this doesn't sound like the case. Good luck to you and Aaron. Maybe our gov't in your area is wiseing up a little about solar and wind energy. I hope the rest of the country follows suit. I enjoy your videos.