Rough Day Back To Work Cleaning Up Before The Storm

[@RubyBowers-d3u]

Came across your videos last month. I love watching them. They have helped me when I’m not having a good day or night. I’m a 70 year old woman who has been battling cancer for the last two years and currently still doing treatments. This week I was asked by my oncologist what I been doing between treatments. I told them I been watching letsdig18. I said I just love watching Chris and his machines because it takes my mind off of my health problems. Chris, keep filming.

[@dirtfarmer7472]

I did prostate cancer in 22-23 we burnt the hell out of it with radiation. This getting old isn’t all that it’s cracked up to be. Just enjoy every day 1 day at a time.

[@ericridenour4965]

If you like Lets Dig dig try Diesel Creek.

[@OnlyTheEd]

@@ericridenour4965 BrushCommando, Bealy Good Farms, there's many to choose from, but I am subscribed to Cris, so I watch Cris' channel.

[@OnlyTheEd]

I also watch Cris' work here in KZbin.... it is comforting to watch someone else do hard work, when one is retired.

[@erikcourtney1834]

Been watching Chris for 13+ years…. Always have enjoyed it.

[@BrittanyJaDe8923]

I fired my helper and hired a new one to help me find a job. Turns out the new person is more willing to work and take direction better. I am still living at 39747. Be safe MR. Chris. Stewart MS loves u too.

[@BrittanyJaDe8923]

😊

[@Vickie-Bligh]

Robert is a good man to have around, honest too. While I love watching the work you do, I also enjoy watching you work the equipment. Your hand and foot movements are so subtle, yet you make the machines sit up and sing. Thanks for sharing this with us all, Chris.

[@jameswoodcock8463]

Finally someone knows how to pour out of a 5 gallon bucket! Good job!

[@martymartin2894]

I thought he was doing it upside down ha.

[@alanlambert-bz4to]

That is a no brainer way to get it where you need it. Do the same with smaller 1 quart oil bottles spout facing the top. Less mess.

[@genesispuredeaf2390]

Yep, then roll the opening down the side to the bottom as the level drops. Stops the burping ….flows faster and less splatter.

[@Damoinion]

My father showed me that trick back in the late 60's. I still find people who refuse to see the logic of it!

[@jamesholtman4026]

Yep. Same principle as pouring from a quart of oil or jug of antifreeze.

[@waynetubbs5914]

The one they call Robert is a man of few words!!!!

[@1MrMoor]

That’s very true….. But Robert is also a man of great machine operating skills and abilities. He is a man of few words. But by now, he also knows that I am always willing to shout his corner. The man is a legend….just a simple statement of honest truth and fact. We all love Chris for his abilities and character…. But he’s a limping legend without Robert right there alongside him 👍👍

[@ronaldheit196]

It got down to 56 degrees this morning just above the Florida Keys and we were bundled up 3 layers thick. Just watching Chris cleaning the excavator windows sent shivers down my spine.

[@young11984]

It was 28 tuesday morning and i still havent looked for a jacket yet, im a bit on the hot natured side and unless its 20s with a strong wind or steady teens for a high im in short sleeve shirt and jeans

[@dennis2376]

Thank you and have a great week.

[@dave_n8pu]

Popular tree wood, when it comes to using it for heating in a wood stove, my wife's grandpa use to refer to it a gopher wood, put it in and go-fer another.

[@steveminton8329]

😂😂😂

[@JD-zm4eh]

The beautiful sound of a Cat deisel is so sweet. D-6 awesome workhorse. Get in the Volvo and be fit for a king. Efficiency makes for profitability. Great videos Chris.

[@toddskipworth5042]

I have found that the best thing to get hydraulic oil off glass is white vinegar in a spray bottle. Wipes clean and doesn't streak.

[@DeathLetterBlues44]

So many bots on y0utube but nothing is done about them. Thanks for a new video Chris.

[@tomrogers9467]

“Welcome to Winter” Tell me about it! Been shovelling out for two weeks straight, six feet of snow so far, and more to come. Central Ontario, Lake Effect blizzards. Gotta love it! ⛄️⛄️⛄️

[@kenskip1]

These guys have know idea what a real winter can be. I lived in upstate NY for 20 years. One year we had a record of 312 inches, These guys are a bunch or whimps. Climbing inside there heated cabs with blu tooth. While I was plowing at temperatures of 15 degrees.

[@JohanLind]

We usually get us some decent winters here in the middle-part of Sweden (towards the Norwegian border), but this year we've had really mild weather and there's still no snow on the ground. There shouldn't have been anywhere near 6 feet as yet, but a good few feet at least by now... No signs of snow in time cor Christmas either... Keep shoveling it and know there are some people wishing for snow...

[@davidepool5884]

I enjoyed your videos at the landfill but it’s good to see you back on this clearing job. I didn’t get to watch you take out any trees in this video but I enjoy watching you clean up after doing the clearing. watching your clearing and pond videos are my favorite but I enjoy every video you upload here on KZbin. Great job as always and thank you for bringing us along.

[@ryanhoward1013]

Hi Chris, I could watch you push with the D6 all day long. It's so relaxing watching you clean all that wood up and have a neat work area and have it all cleaned up before the rain comes in. You are the best operator I've ever seen. Your work ethics are top notch you can tell your site from anyone else because you keep it all organized by the way you're going to put it in the fire. Keep up the great work, and don't change the way you work. Be safe out there, and God bless you. You are the best at what you do.

[@michaelwilcox5818]

you need a big grapple for Betty, she'd make quick work of carrying that stuff a good distance😉. Thanks for sharing

[@donnamullins2089]

Only one hose mishap, And you have one, now that's a good day. D6 setting records in this weather and purring like a house cat. Everything is looking good. Glad you are back safe and sound.

[@johnbeam-d3v]

Very good video. Enjoyed. Thanks for the ride my friend.

[@francisdelaney2228]

That's gonna be a HELL of a burn pile

[@Michael_CS615]

Your new leaf blower would make a great fire starter helper. Not even have to be too close!

[@huggy1712]

Chris you and Robert cleaned up that lot great looks cold out there living here in Canada we have about 6 inches of snow and it was about - 40 c with the wind

[@heatherlane9270]

That oil is not choosy where it goes - what a mess! D6 cold start but it started no problem. Planned and neat process of moving the brush/logs LetsDig18.

[@garyauld3034]

Hey Chris, Just like to reach out to you You know again that I've been following you since you started KZbin it's been always a great pleasure in watching you Perform every task in every job is just so awesome I really miss it I miss being in the cab of a machine so much. But I do want to take the time to say to you to wish you a very merry Christmas and a very safe and happy New Year,Gary

[@RobertFitch-r1g]

Very enjoyable watch 🤙

[@danbenson5319]

Cold weather is good for you ,builds character....

[@doritleis2773]

Chris, how You Care the Equipment, is of best Quality. All what You with a Excavator and a Dozer on one Day Work it's enorme. And by all Produce You a Interesting Video.. From You can much People learn to Work . Thanks for this Video 💪👍

[@Craigd68]

Another awesome job Chris and that’s going to be one heck of a fire when you get to burn it thanks for sharing another great video brother. Oh and check your engine bay panel on the right side it was swinging back and forth when you were pushing the brush up to the burn pile.

[@1MrMoor]

Sends my full and utmost respects to Robert. As much as I believe Chris to be a top notch, top, machine operator….. Robert more than holds his own when compared to Chris….

[@RBrown-fw3ez]

You seem like a really nice guy. Merry Christmas and God bless you.

[@terryrogers1025]

Well sir, ripping hoses off, break downs, broken windshields, all part of the game, can happen to anyone. Always a pleasure to see the D6 working as well as watching your videos. Quite the burn piles! Thanks for the update, enjoyed watching.

[@legendsatlunch]

Just had a thought, Chris, you should consider adding "wings" to your brush pusher on the D6. Like MBTS made for the skid steer, would stop alot of side loss that you get And you definitely have the power. Even made as a sweeper ( no tines for digging) you could add that extra 3 to 4 feet that your piles usually are.

[@LindaDarr-mj4nb]

Chris my husband said use windshield washer fluid to clean your cab shields.

[@mischef18]

Great all round video bro, broken hydraulic lines seam to go hand in hand with tree clearing. Safe travels y'all. Ken.

[@kengriffith4968]

Gold! It was 26 degrees for a high here in north central Ohio, in the 20s for over a week

[@ryanhoward1013]

We had that two weeks ago I didn't think it was going to warm up, and I agree with Chris I hate winter more and more at 68 years old I know I don't have that many more lol. But you just have to take one day at a time and enjoy being on this side of the lawn 😅

[@ianbaird6113]

If you stack your piles like a bell or a tee-pee they will always burn great with little restacking. The more vertical the sides the more dry spots there are for lighting, plus the more vertical and high you can get them the dryer they will be and burn better.

[@ericnelson8493]

A nice oil bath every now and then helps it stay looking shiny and new lol.

[@haroldhawkins9370]

Nice video Chris.

[@rwc2504]

7:10 Me either Chris, me either!!

[@joebacarella2829]

Chris, we gotta see this fire, that`s one heck of a burn pile, be well my friend.

[@r1mein54]

Been in the 30s here in N. Fla. Yea, busted hydro lines are bad. Robert tries so hard, give him more credit. Glad you came back from S.C. I remember being scolded for taking too long to drive thru Savannah River Plant on my drive back to Jacksonville, Fl. one trip. I did more wood splitting/ stacking and had a nice warm fire burning scraps today. You have the same operating finesse with Wilma and TweeD7. They do work differently than Ol`Betty.

[@gregduello2816]

Closing in on 700k of subscribers. Job well done.

[@redfish7644]

I have a feeling a second off road truck is coming in the new year 🎊 😎

[@joedoakes8307]

You need Komatsu rubber tire loader with the equivalent push power of the D6 with an enclosed cab with heat and air ! Would be alot faster for building large burn piles and even loading haul truck as conditions change !

[@jackman6256]

I'm surprised he doesn't have one maybe it's fuel thing plus tires cost As much as small car if not more

[@genesispuredeaf2390]

…as a opposed to a wide track? I need to hear more on the why because I suspect that those rubber tires are a nightmare in wet areas…especially when there is incline.

[@DavidSmith-zr3nd]

That ole D6 is Mr consistency

[@theman-gg7hp]

poplur trees are good for soaking up contaminets in the soil. you can plant them deep too.

[@bosshogg3548]

Great video love how you said Robert love how you said more better 1:52 love how you got a stick out of the hose love how you said need my phone back 27:40 love how the limb bounced love how you said d sixing how you said come back here

[@keepingdistance4404]

Perfect time to have a grapple for the 953.

[@jamessutherland2011]

I think you need to put some wings on that rake 😊

[@kdm_entertainment]

You ok dude? Remember to prioritize your health

[@OnlyTheEd]

Poplar, Cottonwood, some Maple, all deciduous, yet a softer hardwood....burns real fast, might make for some good kindling and/or tinder.....but not good enough to yield a fair amount of BTUs.....

[@jamesbuckenham4293]

Could make your own mud mats with all those logs

[@robertgeorgewerner]

I like "Fire in the hole!". (My dad talked about having to build fires under the dozer he ran back in the day in Colorado winters).

[@markpashia7067]

Lotta work to turn that mess into pasture but I guess a few years of running horses on it will build some top soil and turn it into some nice piece of ground that is cleared and kept clear. Just a shame so much of that area was allowed to grow wild for so long. We have the same issues in Missouri where they clear cut long ago, farmed it for a while and then neglected it.

[@rigolletdaniel]

Chris bonjour,il faut mettre une pipe exhaust plus longue sur le D6. Ce sera plus harmonieux pour le son et pour l'esthétique.

[@Mike7478F]

Excellent

[@albertbusscher4270]

With hindsight you would perhaps been better off having two fire stacks. It would perhaps saved a lot of time. Greetings from Australia

[@thomasleonard1846]

LetsDig18!

[@martyd5819]

I ran a roll-off trailer with outside controls for 20+ years. Took many hydraulic oil baths. Carried spare hoses and clothes. 😅

[@peterouellette3874]

Nice job, Chris , Merry Christmas to you and your family and team

[@craigwavra3495]

Tough way to start the morning but you made up for it!! Going to be a hot fire when that one gets lit!!

[@donsturtevant2396]

That’s gonna be a massive fire

[@scottfortune9016]

She sure can push. Betty is even better.

[@JuliusCrawley]

That wrench is a Georgia fits all

[@pamelabowling7959]

I hate winter also lol😊

[@ramtuff2007]

good video

[@jamesholtman4026]

I do not know the time line but … Merry Christmas to you and yours.

[@BrianIrons-v3e]

Always good to start off a cold day with hydraulic fluid everywhere 😂😂😂

[@debcamp2359]

Chris is knowledgeable, maybe a protective plate 4 them valves?? Bushwacking is dangerous??

[@tzmndvl75]

And that is how you keep it from rusting

[@pat36a]

If your window freezes when cleaning , face it into the sun for a few minutes, should melt the windex in a few minutes.

[@Chico-td2fy]

Sweet

[@BigTader]

Chris the 850J john Deere that C&C Equipment just posted the video of would be a great addition to your equipment lineup 🤔

[@glennspreeman1634]

Dang, you guys are as cold as here in Nebraska!!

[@roberthawks7711]

Since those hydraulic lines going to the thumb are already crossed, why aren't they running behind the cylinder?

[@roseannvolrath2271]

Good morning Chris and Robert ☺️🌞😊❤

[@jimmackey2909]

You were surprised that poplar is a hardwood. Just to blow your mind, balsa, which almost floats on air (lol) is also a hard wood. Who woulda thunk!

[@mr.shannon6137]

A softwood identifying itself as hardwood, what's this world coming to? There is a video called "motorcyclist identifies as a bicyclist by youtuber Babylon Bee which is fairly amusing.

[@hydraulic-hum]

nice video Chris, you seem cheery after your visit to SC with Mr Digg.. stay warm, christmas wishes to yourself, Robert and your loved ones (and the doggos)..

[@stevenbale8636]

Thats going to be one big fire lol

[@ronaldharmon9891]

Everybody taking turns ripping hoses off the poor Volvo 220🤨

[@ronomdalen3186]

Sorry to hear you had 28 degrees this morning on Friday the 13th we had 11 below so I will trade you 😆

[@minijjbitjj194]

Hello mister chris.. nice work..👍🏻👍🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@RandyBarber-v3e]

👍👍👍

[@DiscordC]

It would pour out faster if that spout was on the bottom

[@theexcavationguy4131]

That’s a rough start maybe you have it to easy

[@elliottdean2691]

On your old Cat machines after heating glow plugs and it starts turn glow plugs back on for few seconds and it will level out in a hurry.

[@Krazyhunter]

On the 220, there is a yellow handle up by the door / front window, do you have a clamp on mount for your GoPro you can mount to that so we can have an unblock view out the front window

[@nickchannel5364]

I hope Robert doesn't feel so bad that he fires himself. I've done that before, heehee.

[@sylviaprudhomme5417]

Love the clean up❤❤❤❤

[@toddincabo]

👍

[@seanpierce7673]

Lmao! Chris id love to lite off that burn pile fir you! I do have vast expiriance doing it lol

[@roymagnus827]

f.y.i. any tree that is deciduous i.e lose their leaves in winter are classed as hardwood., including balsa, which as you know is very soft.

[@Gcity_EDITS]

Hey Chris has the owner taught of putting a pond in the low spot?

[@manifold1476]

1:50 " ... eighteen degrees today, AKA fourteen (Fahrenheit) "degrees of frost". That's nearly eight Celsius degrees of frost. I remember growing up with the Fahrenheit scale. My dad used to occasionally mention some number of "degrees of frost" on cold days. Then Canada adopted the metric system - with the Celsius scale for temperature. Celsius has one hundred divisions ( a "centigrade" scale) between Ice and Steam (at sea level pressure), spanning the range from 0 to 100. Fahrenheit has 180 divisions between Ice and Steam, spanning the range from 32 to 212. Of course the zero's don't line up, but the minus forty's do. Since 100/180 = 5/9, a change of one Fahrenheit degree represents around half as much change as one Celsius degree. 5/9 x 14 = 7.8 (and we know it's freezing out), so that means the +14*F = --7.8*C, or about "minus eight". btw, 32 (Fahrenheit degrees of frost) x 5/9 = 17.8 (Celsius degrees of frost), meaning 0*F = (about) -18*C

[@Retired-e8b]

Thank you…Sir. 👍😊🇳🇴

[@helenhelps9619]

👏🏻👏🏻

[@ShalomBrother]

All that oil is just extra corrosion protection

[@wm3138]

Use your leaf blower to get the fire going.

[@BuckMasterNorm]

That dozer make quick work of that

[@richarddarling930]

Put some rubbing alcohol 70% or higher in ur windshield washer n your index. Won't freeze n will help clean

[@KevinCoop1]

Somebody forgot to latch the right side door on the D6.

[@kubinka879]

Why do hydraulic hoses split so easily and so often?