Starting A Clearing Job

[@raymundo7687]

Watching Chris work is amazing. I knew how to run an excavator but he taught me how to have a plan.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Yeah he’s good at what he does

[@skroggy66]

You can never go wrong with Time and materials. You never come up short on the quote and normally your customer doesn't feel cheated. Keep up the good work. Chris from Lets Dig has been doing this since birth, with time comes experience for sure.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

That is very true it’s working out good so far on this job. Appreciate the comment

[@Tedinoz]

Congrats on getting this bigger, job. As the jobs get bigger, the risks of unexpected complications increase. So there is nothing at all wrong with charging ‘time and materials’ as you develop your skill set, acquire more tools, and also get more used to knowing what complications to be on the lookout for. I am really pleased for you. This is great step forward. Greetings from Sydney, Australia 🇦🇺

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Ted Bell thank you I appreciate that! That is true this job will be a good learning experience and hopefully if I continue to land jobs like this a bigger excavator will come next. Definitely enjoying the job too. Appreciate you watching

[@hphillips7425]

The week I rented the TB 260 I was clearing sweetgum trees about the same size and cleaning sediment out of my pond. I like the clearing the best.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

H Phillips yes the clearing is fun! 👍🏻

[@ConstructionMachineryChannel]

Solid equipment and good operator is a recipe for success

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Construction Trucks I agree thank you! 👍🏻

[@keithbrettell2058]

These are my favorite kind of job to watch👍🚜

[@eliteearthworksllc]

I enjoy it too! Appreciate the comment

[@barryhansen6854]

Brandon you may surprise yourself how handy that ripper will be with all that rocky ground you work in will make it easier on your other buckets.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

barry hansen yes I’ve been using it a ton on this job already wearing on the tooth 🤣 thanks again Barry

[@daniellacey4971]

You are doing just fine Brandon keep up the great work

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Daniel Lacey thank you! I appreciate that! 👍🏻

[@thomasdesmond2248]

There are million ways to do most anything. As long as nobody gets hurt it's a good day. Don't try to be BigHead18. God bless

[@eliteearthworksllc]

That is true. 🤣 ok probably a good idea

[@asus12351]

Great job as always. 👌The ripper action was quite satisfying. Good technique knocking those tree down. Loved it keep em coming..

[@eliteearthworksllc]

asus12351 thank you! I’m really liking the ripper makes quick work of the stumps. Appreciate you watching

[@alsouthern7190]

Looks like that ripper is going to come in handy,plus good job clearing.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Al Southern yes I think so! Seems much easier on the machine and makes quick work of the stumps. Thanks for watching

[@jamesstatham239]

I hope my trees come out with my 240 as easy as those look to be. Nice video.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

It should the 240 is a great machine!

[@JesseBevil]

Got my TB240 back in April. It's been a treat to use.

[@panamint]

I could see that Ripper coming in handy on waterline jobs with rocky soil or even digging footings when you get into hard or rocky soil.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Scott Kuykendall yes it has done that on this job it showed up at the perfect time. Appreciate the comment

[@williammatthews2948]

It would also be handy the next time my wife makes meatloaf. Lol.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

William Matthews 🤣

[@andrewshullick4319]

Awesome video as always. Thanks for putting a hat back on you were blinding me. I got you Mr elite. Thanks for sharing it

[@eliteearthworksllc]

ANDREW Shullick thank you! Haha you bet I don’t want to be blinding anyone. Thanks for watching

[@mikekopie9897]

Once you get the hang of that ripper I think you'll like it. I got one for my kx080 and love it, money well spent. I'm looking forward to your next video!

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Mike Kopie I think so too I’m really liking it. Makes quick work of the stumps and seems easier on the machine. Appreciate the comment

[@BentTreeFarmPa]

Dang Brandon, did you find something to blackmail Mrs. Elite with? A new truck, new attachments.... the finance committee is being awful nice to you! LOL (on a personal note, don't apologize for not being like someone else ie. bigdeal18, I for one, come here to see you, not him, I like watching you do your style of work, it's a lot more like how I do it. Most of us aren't sponsored by big equipment companies and don't have big money machines, we run what we have and do the best we can, so be proud of what you are and what you have!!!)

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Badgermatt75 2016 🤣 it does make me wonder what she has got if she is fine with me getting all this stuff 🤔. Thanks man I really appreciate that and it makes sense I guess my stuff is more relatable to everyone since it’s not the big equipment. Thanks for watching and commenting buddy

[@mrs.eliteearthworks]

Badgermatt75 2016 I’m buttering him up so I can buy myself something NICE 😉😁

[@BentTreeFarmPa]

Mrs. Elite Earthworks now you’re talking!!! My wife just says no to everything just to be mean!! 👹

[@clydeacor1911]

I know that with time and materials it really doesn't matter and unless you're doing a lot of specific work it's hard to justify buying attachments or maybe just rent one but look into a brush or root rake with a grapple. That wooded area looks thin enough to go in with a brush grapple on your skid steer to do the initial clean up then go in and fall the trees. Just an extra idea to throw out there for ya. Nice video Brandon!

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Clyde Acor I almost brought my skid with the grapple bucket that’s probably what I should have done first then dropped the trees like you said. Appreciate you watching

[@clydeacor1911]

@@eliteearthworksllc You betchya. Hey I'm the same way, hind sight is 20/20, I'm always like dang it I should've done it this way.

[@arthurturcot5880]

That ripper will come in handy for a lot of projects. 🙂

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Arthur Turcot yes I agree

[@brianbaughan5683]

Nice job buddy, looking forward to the rest of this job

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Brian Baughan thank you! I’m enjoying it!

[@dalepremo3695]

The Ripper worked great and I think your intro explanation was really good - helped get a good understanding of what you were up against. This is going to be a fun project to watch you whip into shape. Dirt Boss, Jesse Muller and Andrew Camarata all have some very good clearing videos, too, but it seems to me you're doing just fine. Thanks so much for the great videos!

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Dale Premo thank you! I’m hoping the next few videos it starts making it easier to see the site coming together. I’m enjoying the job and I appreciate the nice comment

[@johnstegall4119]

Clearing is always fun work. The ripper should quickly become a favorite attachment. I have one for my small JD 35 it really helps when working on larger stumps . Havent ordered one for my new Yanmar VIO 80 yet..

[@eliteearthworksllc]

John Stegall I’m liking it! I agree clearing is fun and it does seem like a handy attachment. Appreciate the comment

[@Tlagstee]

Hey man keep these videos coming looking forward to seeing more videos and progression !!

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Thank you! Will do should have the other ones done over the weekend. Appreciate you watching

[@clone1landman]

Nice. Like the new claw. It will be a great help at times

[@eliteearthworksllc]

clone1landman thank you! I think so too, makes quick work of the stumps. Thanks for watching

[@clone1landman]

@@eliteearthworksllc very welcome. 👍

[@mikenixon9164]

You will be on this job a few days. Good video.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Mike Nixon oh yes you guys will be tired of clearing videos by the time I’m done 🤣. I’ll email you this afternoon too

[@delcasaleexcavating9508]

Hey buddy don't sweat the unloading mishap....it happens to the best of us ! I really like your truck !! Gotta show us more of it ! The ripper looks exactly like the one I bought a few months ago and STILL haven't used. LOLOL

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Del Casale Excavating lol it’s all good at least there’s no moving parts. Appreciate the comment

[@tammygurganus9658]

I haven't used a bucket on a tree or stump in several years, I use a ripper for most of my clearing and please don't take this as I am a know it all but one suggestion is when you start on a stump or tree start close to you and work away with the ripper. you can use the roots behind the ripper to pry the ripper through the roots that are closer to you. if you start furthest away then all you have is the pulling power of the machine.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Tammy Gurganus thank you! That’s a great idea and makes perfect sense. Appreciate the advice I will do that next time. Never used one before so that’s some handy info 👍🏻

[@NotThisGuy12]

Letsdig mentioned you, you got a new subscriber! Good work brother, can't wait to watch all your videos playing in the dirt

[@eliteearthworksllc]

NotThis Guy awesome! I appreciate you checking out the channel. I didn’t know he did that 👍🏻

[@tahanyjubr205]

The work looked exhausting and it took a lot of time to complete it in the best way. But your job is great, as usual, well done. I hope you've got enough wood for your fireplace, my friend

[@eliteearthworksllc]

It wasn’t too bad just kinda tedious getting everything picked up. It got easier the more room I gained. Yes I think he has plenty of firewood now. Thanks again for watching

[@richwielechowski5191]

Looks like digging the basement is going to be a rocky ordeal.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Rich Wielechowski yes it is very rocky

[@JerichoRally]

...if everyone did it like letsdig18, the internet would be boring! (not calling Chris boring by any means) Variety is the spice of life. Just do you man! Looking forward to seeing this job progress.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

2ridered2 thanks man that is true! Got to be different 👍🏻

[@mabconstructionsrvc4620]

That was a good video especially when you unloaded the ripper 🤣

[@mrs.eliteearthworks]

MAB Construction SRVC he’s a smooth operator 😂

[@eliteearthworksllc]

MAB Construction SRVC 🤣 I’m pretty smooth at times 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@daniele.woodhead1218]

Now Brandon watching your videos is like all 3 # let'sdig18, Dirt Prefect logger Wade all rolled in 1 good luck with this job and be safe God bless

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Daniel Woodhead well thanks lol! Those are 3 great guys there. Appreciate you watching

[@DC-1]

Lot clearing - pushing trees over? No problem....I got this Letsdig18 😂😎

[@mrs.eliteearthworks]

D C Letsdig18 🔥

[@DC-1]

Mrs. Elite Earthworks 🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@eliteearthworksllc]

D C that’s right move over big deal 😁

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Mrs. Elite Earthworks 🙄🤣

[@mrs.eliteearthworks]

Elite Earthworks LLC 😘

[@mikeembrey9176]

Amazing how much work a small excavator can do good job

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Mike Embrey yes it surprises me all the time. Appreciate the comment

[@adamnewsome2914]

Another awesome video keep them coming I’m a big fan 👍

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Adam Newsome thanks man! Appreciate you watching!

[@adamnewsome2914]

Elite Earthworks LLC No problem buddy always enjoy the videos Big fan👍

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Adam Newsome awesome man! Your stickers are on the way too! 👍🏻

[@adamnewsome2914]

Elite Earthworks LLC I appreciate it thank you 👍

[@johnsmith-wd5sq]

Brandon,I think you did a fine job of taking that Ripper off the truck. If it was me,You would have no Tailgate or back window! Lol!

[@eliteearthworksllc]

john smith lol thanks yes I was more worried about ripping the tailgate off. So it was a win in my book 😁

[@cookiesservices4552]

@@eliteearthworksllc you were a little hard on that pallet do you not like pallets?

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Cookies Services haha I didn’t like that one

[@VideosByAl]

You'll find all kind of good uses for that frost hook.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

VideosByAl I think so too seems really handy

[@windzer]

The ripper seems like the way to go for tearing out stumps

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Windzer yes it does make quick work of them and easily gets the dirt off the stump

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Put black tape over the buzzer.. you still will hear it but it won't be as loud.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Dirt Boss Tri-County Masonry & Excavating sweet thanks man good thinking

[@DIRT-BOSS]

@@eliteearthworksllc I do it on all my safety buzzer's they drive ya nuts!

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Dirt Boss Tri-County Masonry & Excavating same here man

[@hartleyhomesteadmichigan6041]

Nice job on the clearing!

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Hartley Homestead Michigan thank you!

[@UpstateBrushControl]

Like that ripper👍

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Upstate Brush Control thanks I’m really liking it too, makes it easy to rip up these stumps. Of course I’m not telling you anything you don’t know 😁. Appreciate the comment

[@iwandeegenaars1552]

Nice working meet

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Iwan Deegenaars thank you!

[@theplotz]

Leave your stumps long. 4-6ft that way they are their own lever for prying out.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

theplotz that is true I didn’t cut these I believe the homeowner did

[@steverone7623]

Cool unloading/unboxing video

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Steve’s Garage lol thanks didn’t quite plan on unloading that way but I thought it was funny to share. Thanks for watching

[@swmas02]

Hi Brendon good start to a new Job.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Mike Smith thank you!

[@kennymysak2079]

I cannot see where the ripper is going to come in handy on some jobs. Now with a 3 foot bucket you should be setup really good. Keep up the great videos

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Kenny Mysak i agree it’s been useful on this job but I do believe it’s one of those attachments I’ll use once in awhile. The 3’ bucket I’ll use everyday lol. Appreciate you watching

[@briangardiner1015]

I would put up with the beep as opposed to having a bucket fall off.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Brian Gardiner I don’t mind it but I it’s really loud in the video and figured it would drive everyone nuts

[@brianherron5400]

Nice job clearing 👊

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Brian Herron thanks man 👊🏻

[@anthonyjcarolan3161]

You have do a good 👍 job on the cleaning up area is the best ones I love ❤️ your video 📷 the are best ones I just can't wait for the next video 📷 #BrandonIsDoAGoodJob

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Anthony j Carolan thanks! Appreciate you watching

[@krystalweaver4464]

You need a rack for the digger and track loader attachments

[@eliteearthworksllc]

I agree I have a grapple bucket for my skid I just haven’t brought it yet

[@timhill8001]

Looks like it will be a fun job,enjoy it. When is your next video on this job? Good luck...

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Tim Hill Tuesday I’m trying to upload every other day. Thank you!

[@larryshedd5734]

Couldn't have done it better myself

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Larry Shedd thanks man

[@liawensink]

Watching your video on double speed makes it more enjoyable...

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Lia Wensink good deal

[@jamesdees4604]

Not bad brother

[@eliteearthworksllc]

james dees thanks man!

[@markfralix5679]

What size pins do your buckets carry? It wouldn't be a 40 mm would it?

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Mark Fralix I believe they are

[@markfralix5679]

I have a Cat 304 that has the 40mm but the camera can be deceiving on size and even distance on KZbin. Just wondering. Thank's.

[@sassafrasvalley1939]

When you started showing the job... I was thinking that the Coochie might be a wee bit under classed for a few of the trees... but, it did them masterfully! We’re you surprised that she knocked them over like bowling pins? I’m liking that hawks beak... it should serve you well in several different jobs. The Coochie is becoming a Swiss Army Knife with its collection of attachments!!!

[@eliteearthworksllc]

William Harris I was thinking the same thing it definitely surprised me too. It really is with all the attachments. Appreciate you watching

[@olivergrading2885]

I was impressed too by the size of the trees it was pushing over. It seemed like they went over easily for you!

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Oliver Grading yeah it definitely surprised me. I thought they would take more effort

[@CaptKirk1701]

Are you trying to show Kleeman how it's done or what? lol Great job!

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Man With A Plan 🤣 you know it! Thanks man!

[@larryshedd5734]

Man son I could have unloaded it for you

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Larry Shedd 🤣 you didn’t like my technique

[@williammarshman2204]

Did you call the ripper Jack or Joplin rock ripper ?

[@eliteearthworksllc]

William Marshman 🤣 I need to come up with a name for it. I like Jack. Appreciate the comment

[@gjpoole310]

How many litres a hour does your excavator use

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Graham Poole maybe 4 it gets great mileage

[@gjpoole310]

Yeah awesome very fast responding machine

[@davidnull5590]

Ripper? You call that a Ripper? In Mother Russia they build man-sized Rippers for excavators in Saint Petersburg, The Bucket Factory (ЗАВОДА КОВШЕЙ) even makes videos of them being welded. This is how one of the office ladies earns a few extra Rubles each month. I'll post a link below, buy a real Russian Size Ripper Brandon.

[@davidnull5590]

Ripper being welded at The Bucket Factory. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nX3ThGWDms51l7s

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Wow ok that is a ripper 😁

[@caseyjones6197]

Well you didn’t mess up the tailgate. Not sure about scratching the ripper though. Seriously thou I wanted to ask what kind of camera equipment do you use and what kind of editing software are you using? I’m thinking about trying to do some. But don’t want to spend a small fortune doing it. Which excavator is this one by the way. Still haven’t heard any more on the TB240. Still supposed to be in sometime next month.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

I use a GoPro 11 and 9 now. This video had two 7’s I believe. I use Adobe Premiere Elements for my editing. I think it was $100 to buy it. This was 260 it was before I got the 2150. Hopefully the 240 shows up soon 🤞🏻

[@RandyJoyce1960]

Brandon do you like the ripper? I'm thinking about getting one but I thought it would be good for it to have teeth on the inside. When you pulled up on the roots it would maybe cut them.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Yes I do like it and I’m glad I got it. Seems to be much easier on the machine. That would definitely work with the teeth. Appreciate you watching

[@randywhelan8944]

FYI, clearing = scratches on MACHINES , with out brush guards my friend

[@cookiesservices4552]

Randy have you ever seen or watched letsdig18 he clears all the time no scratches. I think if you’re concerned about the appearance of your equipment you can avoid damaging it

[@randywhelan8944]

Point being , NO MATTER how hard you try your still going to get a scratch, nobody's perfect, woods or NOT

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Randy Whelan that is true one thing I’m not looking forward too

[@johnezell1366]

They are some decent sized trees you're pushing over. Is the ground real wet, it doesn't look it is? I've been looking at TB260 or a Kubota KX-057, are you still glad you went with the tackeuchi?

[@eliteearthworksllc]

John Ezell yeah some of them surprised me, it’s a little wet but not as bad as it got 2 days later. Yes I love my Takeuchi Kubota would be my next choice. Appreciate you watching

[@johnezell1366]

Elite Earthworks LLC It was impressive. I’m in Virginia. I have TL140 I bought new and love it. But having a little trouble commenting on the excavator. I like your quick connect, I don’t if that’s an option on the Kubota. Thanks for time. Enjoy your videos.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

John Ezell mine is a Werk Brau coupler I’m sure they make one for Kubota too I think it was about $5000 but well worth it in my opinion. Anytime and thank you

[@cookiesservices4552]

Looks like good weather for that type of work. I noticed your videos are like a week behind your posts on the community board your not going to be like Mike and post videos from a entirely different season are you? I don’t know if I missed it but what laser system did you go with? Thanks for sharing and your time in making these videos is appreciated 👍🏻

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Cookies Services lol yeah I’m about a week right now, I’m trying to stay current with everything. I’ll never be as far behind as him 😁. I’m using the old laser I got with the 153 I believe it’s a Leica but it’s seen better days. I’m hoping to buy one soon. Thanks for watching

[@iwandeegenaars1552]

Nice video

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Iwan Deegenaars thanks

[@bryanthomas544]

Is there a reason your mini ex windows are tinted?

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Bryan Thomas to help keep the sun off me in the summer

[@jcmathisiii6432]

Your mini-ex is impressive

[@eliteearthworksllc]

JC Mathis III thanks it definitely surprised me

[@DC-1]

OMG that beep is so annoying.....just messing with you Brandon 😂😂

[@eliteearthworksllc]

D C oh it is I hate it 🤣

[@mrs.eliteearthworks]

D C Hi!

[@DC-1]

Mrs. Elite Earthworks Hiya!! 😁

[@olnamgrunt9857]

I hope it wasn't breakable , lol

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Ol 'Nam Grunt me too 🤣

[@jonc.masiella4700]

I have to say.. I've been watching you for a while now and I enjoy your videos. I just feel like you need to have a bit more confidence in your work. Chris is great and obviously been showing his work for years and years. But you shouldn't think about what he does or how he does it. Make your own name and showcase your own talents! You are VERY good at what you do!! Keep it up!! (Also maybe invest in a 220?? Lol)

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Thanks man! I really appreciate the kind words and your right I need to be more confident youtube has a way of making you second guess yourself with all the keyboard warriors 🤣. I appreciate the comment and you watching

[@jonc.masiella4700]

@@eliteearthworksllc oh and I forgot to say... I LOVE huge pond builds and house lot clearings with basements!! Do lots of those and I'm sure I'll be your #1 fan!!

[@thomasdesmond2248]

That is concerning on two levels. First a fire fighter that is good at starting fires. 🤔 Sounds like job security. Second are you insured well enough for Kleenman? You have talked to Dirt Perfect haven't you. Lol God bless

[@eliteearthworksllc]

🤣🤣 no I’m probably not insured enough I don’t think anyone is. Thanks for watching

[@daneclark3161]

It's scratched. It's not new anymore.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Dane Clark 🤣 yep just breaking it in

[@benjamincurran1365]

Hey man, nice job! Looking forward to getting back to work this spring. Dang snow up here in Vermont. Interested to hear what you think about the ripper and if its worth it. I have a few attachments on order for my Bobcat T650 and E50.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Benjamin Curran thank you! I would imagine the snow is bad up there. Will do I figured I would give my thoughts on the ripper in a video after using it awhile. I think it’s an attachment that will be handy but only on certain jobs. Appreciate the comment

[@njonebale7889]

Man that was brutal watching you run that machine and trying to clear that lot. Let’s dig was probably laughing at that performance, I’m not that impressed with the takeuchi anymore, the thumb is slow, you should of bought a cat, but if your getting payed by the hour and the homeowner doesn’t mind you picking the brush up and immediately dropping it on the ground two feet away from where you grabbed it, that’s one way to make a buck. Still like watching the videos though, so crank that machine up and work it.

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Nj One Bale 🤣 I’m sure he was. The Werk Brau thumb is slower because it has a bigger cylinder on it. Not a fan of cat and their tiny cabs and slow controls. The machine running probably won’t get better so you may just want to pass on by 👍🏻

[@rockeerockey6941]

I know you make some of your living clearing land. I've cleared some myself for farming! But I'm at the.point that I like trees more than a naked field! We clear far to many trees & land! 😳 no offense

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Rockey Rockey that is true we just need to make sure we are planting more I guess

[@rockeerockey6941]

@@eliteearthworksllc I guess I like the woods & trees

[@eliteearthworksllc]

Rockey Rockey i do too