Testing & Buying a CAT 321C LCR Excavator will it meet my expectations

[@wsmith8914]

I'll never own one, but it's great to hear your positive attitude and "getting at it" spirit....Thank You

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks buddy

[@reverandhale863]

CAT is the cadillac of the construction world.

[@skyhunter823]

Cat is a good product I have owened & oporated CAT for over 30 + yrs they have never failed me

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yes I was in that machine all week It seems to be a solid machine never really ran cat I'm impressed

[@jayphillips4058]

Solid old rig, that's as new as I'd ever want in my fleet, I run between late 90s and early 00s for machinery. I've either been helping guys out or working across next to newer stuff a lot these past few years, seen newer electronics idle machines for sometimes days, and the repair bill requires a bank loan. Basic machine is fine, just some sensor or microchip that isn't wanting to play nice and the whole day comes to a screeching halt. I'll stick to my old wiring and everybody pointing and laughing. :)

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Exactly That's what I call money makers !

[@lakesideranch]

Great video Mike, very comprehensive look over and test run in the dirt. Was at Milton CAT local dealer today, lots of iron in their yard as well. Enjoy your weekend, work safe my friend! Doug@ the "ranch"

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yes this was a Milton also ! They're good company take care bud

[@michaelkoop6731]

Yep that looked good to me. U have to be go thru there completely like u did. Great info on that to Mike thanks.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks Mike

[@Backhoebb]

I have a 314C and I LOVE it. Very reliable, and comfortable.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yeah that's cool seem to be a good machine

[@sassafrasvalley1939]

I wish we had a dealer with that kind of inventory here. My grandsons would give up a day of fishing to go exploring with me there! Looks like a really solid machine for its age. Knowing it’s maintenance pedigree certainly soothes the throat when coughing up that kind of money too! Nicely done on your part!

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yes I agree it's a solid unit Thanks

[@russellcrowe3135]

From Russia with respect and good luck! Надёжная и многофункциональная техника!

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks bud

[@sonnyblazer5504]

Just like shopping for the DOZER and I got first comment again. Now, I'll watch it... OK, now I'm back. WOW, really good inspection. A must on that sort of investment $$$. YOU even pulled a WHEELIE with the thing. Can a THUMB be added? And OF COURSE, 'tilt bucket'! This was interesting and Thank You for sharing. Imagine the amount of money sitting on that lot? LATER! Sonny (CT)

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Oh yeah ! Yes we are working on a thumb deal at the moment

[@jacob6808]

Great job going over the machine! I loved all my time at the sticks of a 321D, definitely a nice machine.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks appreciate the feedback

[@corydriver7634]

Thanks for the tour that was interesting to see how you inspect a machine for purchase.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

No problem buddy Thanks

[@fulltiltgrading8366]

The 321c& D’s are some off my favorite machines. I spent some time on them 2yrs ago on the Pa turnpike project. Very nimble and quick! Nice video Mike 👍🏻

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yeah I was impressed with that unit hopefully he gets it so I can start making money with it ! 😂

[@fulltiltgrading8366]

@@DIRT-BOSS you’re gonna love it Mike💪🏻

[@brianbaughan5683]

Looks like a good machine for the hours on it, he pick a good inspector to look it over, cool video buddy

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks buddy

[@dackerson5]

I have to say, lots of guys like Cat, but after seeing your Komatsu dozer work, I would buy a Komatsu over Cat hands down. That thing is a beast

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yes I agree Thanks Dave

[@DirtBrute]

Iv ran a lot of cat machines their strong for lifting precast structures .some of my trucks have had cat engines . Their parts are a little pricey but their always available. It’s really all about the deal ! I’ve hammered those panels out with body tools before.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yeah me too and panels can be straightened but if you get them for the right price it's worth this replacing them.. yeah it all comes down to the deal !

[@DirtBrute]

@@DIRT-BOSS Yeah I would much rather just replace them . If I can afford it

[@tylerpittmon7936]

Cat’s are in general more expensive, but I gotta say, they aren’t afraid to stand behind their brand and back it. I’d say that’s a pretty decent deal if they are willing or sell it with 7900 hours with a warranty on top of it. Can’t wait to see her in the field.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yeah it seemed like a solid unit I have no beef with cat

[@trader4239]

Such a joy to watch love it

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Awesome glad you enjoyed it

[@JustinHolloway307]

my favorite store except for the wallet i love going to cat dealer lots of fun mine has been great to us

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yes indeed

[@blackdogexcavator21]

My son calls those kind of trips "man shopping". Lol. My obsession with Tonka trucks started a really expensive habit. Good luck Jimbo and stay safe boys.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yeah he didn't have to ask me twice to go

[@tylerlucas541]

I just got a 2014 cat 321 D lcr i love it do far tons of power

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Good to know thanks

[@richardsedorski1206]

Very interesting vid something different and you know what it’s all about.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks Rich

[@davidjackson4112]

Thanks for sharing your integrity about this piece of equipment.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

You're welcome Dave

[@LAKESIDEBOB1]

Well its about 14 years old with 7930 hours to thats on average 566 hours a year not bad more then likely an owner operator machine not a highway construction firm owned it they highway firm put over 1,000 a year on an excavator. the machine weighs 51,000 pounds to the tag trailer behind the dump truck will not move it, even if the tag had 3 axles I would not want to move it with a tag trailer. But it can be done I see it, that's a lot of weight on a tag trailer.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yes Thanks for the info

[@mrandrewdennis1]

There she is with her work clothes on! Just the way I like to look at them!

[@DIRT-BOSS]

That's right perfect !

[@daverobertson3519]

Man I could spend a week in that equipment yard. Wife would want to kill me.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

I hear that

[@scottmiller9796]

Good through inspection Mike, looks like a good machine to me. Wish him good luck with it.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks I think it's a solid unit

[@andysukosd8177]

Great video, love your channel.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks

[@terrymcgillicuddy8056]

Love pulling into the dealers and looking at equipment, the wife doesn't like it as much lol.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

I know I could circle that lot six times and still want to go around four more times !

[@sonnyblazer5504]

Can't do the job without the tools which translates to FOOD on the table. Hey, a carpenter could bang nails with a rock but a good hammer works better. And on this, the TILT BUCKET is a MUST have! Take care. Sonny (CT)

[@kennethhume8628]

Very interesting , it’s always good stuff on your channel .

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks bud

[@vinnypinatelli221]

Great video my friend those machines are a beauty

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks bud

[@Drew6709]

I think you would be better in a JD or Kobelco. Just my PERSONAL OPINION. But look like a natural in that Cat.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Everybody has their preference

[@Drew6709]

@@DIRT-BOSS I was a HUGE Cat fan as a kid then switched to JD. Each machine has it's own pros & cons.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

@@Drew6709 yeah I've had them all besides Volvo haven't tried that one yet

[@operatorbenji9735]

I’ve got that same pair of sun glasses

[@sassafrasvalley1939]

Benji, been wondering where they went!

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Lol nice

[@emadeldinhessain3272]

Great.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks

[@gibsonlandscapeconstructio7984]

Hi dirt boss. Just started watching your vids. Excellent videos🤙 I run nothing but cat💪

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks buddy

[@timbertom4324]

I have two 320 C we have had a lot of engine troubles with them .

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Good to know I'll pass it along

[@LLImprovement]

My cat dealership must be massive because they have more graders in stock then that dealership has in every classification! Consistently has hundreds of brand new pieces of equipment.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Nice !

[@matthiasgraveel9191]

I would be a kid in a toy store 😂between all those machines

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yes sir

[@jeffreid3341]

I'll argue that they are cheap to replace. On a mini, Kubota kx040 its $4k for new panels.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

4K sounds steep for the little Kubota.. I've replaced them on my Komatsu machines before and they weren't much money.. but time will tell

[@jeffreid3341]

@@DIRT-BOSS I was surprised by the cost too. Maybe its kubota asking too much. But I wouldn't think Cat would be cheaper.

[@DigginLife21]

🔥🔥🔥 Fun Vid My Brother!!!

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks bro appreciate it It was fun

[@kevinpoore5626]

It's always the best way to hide money is to spend it LOL Keep On Keepin On

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Heck yeah !

[@MichaelJones1527]

I could make you a deal on some new teeth for that bucket. Seriously.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yeah I don't know what he's going to do I told him to have cat throw some new chompers on it ! You getting into heavy parts?

[@Jameson4327]

Mr. dirt boss may I ask a question is it possible to put a blade on the front of that 321C?

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Well anything's possible but I don't think that would be cost-effective

[@janethouck9763]

Jim will be doing a utube channel next.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Oh Jimbo 🤣 Nooooo !!! Lol

[@canadianpopeye8066]

Cat sales profits way down should be great deal.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yeah I'm not sure

[@Mowers11]

I would pay good money to spend some time running that machine for two orthree hours.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

It's a good machine Got all the crush panels replaced and service done and being delivered Tuesday !

[@lucasaiken3978]

Mind if I bend your ear about your experience with Milton and get some general advice? Looking to get into business for myself doing driveways/drainage/small excavation.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Milton seems to be a good company they always have availability of parts and service which is huge.. they also offer 0% financing on new equipment. But they also have a variety of used equipment that they will service and go through before they sell it to you.

[@lucasaiken3978]

@@DIRT-BOSS do you happen to know how flexible they are with people just starting out ? Thanks for the reply! It's awesome seeing videos from someone in the north east!

[@DIRT-BOSS]

@@lucasaiken3978 Lucas what area are you from are you from here in New York I know Milton has other locations also if you're near me I can hook you up with the salesman and he would give you more input on that topic

[@lucasaiken3978]

@@DIRT-BOSS currently I'm in England, bit in a couple years I'll be moving back to either southern New Hampshire or mid Massachusetts, familiar with seeing Milton from their location in NH.

[@lucasaiken3978]

@@DIRT-BOSS if you've got the contact info for a Milton sales guy you know id love to drop them a question or two

[@markg.2501]

Mikey Mike.....Not To get All Up In your Sh*t or nothing...but what's a unit like that (used) go for these days❓ Ball Park Number would be fine👌

[@DIRT-BOSS]

45k-60k depending on condition

[@markg.2501]

@@DIRT-BOSS Thanks Man....I know a little more Today Than I knew Yesterday because of You🏆

[@donaldtrabeaux5235]

I be like a kid in a candy store

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Definitely definitely definitely

[@ozzstars_cars]

Kid in a big boy toy store

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yes sir definitely

[@tedohio3038]

How does it compare to yours?

[@DIRT-BOSS]

It's a different animal as far as smooth and controls it's the same The cat has more power obviously because it's a bigger machine..

[@joshandicoechea6770]

Be aware of over heating with the 321c lcr

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Thanks for the info I appreciate that

[@jameslindley924]

Not sure about "Cheap Panels """ CAT Dont know what cheap is !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!lol

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Lol No I know we work brand new panels into the deal so that's all set

[@BobJones-eh1su]

What would the price range on be?

[@DIRT-BOSS]

I don't know what deal he made I didn't ask him at the time I was just there for the inspection and performance

[@BobJones-eh1su]

What would you suspect the cost would be? Will be looking for a farm excavator for myself soon.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

@@BobJones-eh1su for that machine you could get it as low as 40k beat up or up to 60k

[@BobJones-eh1su]

Thanks

[@briangardiner1015]

@@BobJones-eh1su Check the dealers website for your area. Most of the time they will put a price in there.

[@LarrySmith-rr5lk]

Got blade? No!

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Nope

[@WallaceBeneway]

Milton Cat??

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yrs sir !

[@pyramidrenovationsllc4937]

gas guzzlers....

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Yeah big horsepower