This Upgrade Is Junk

[@southshore2357]

High technology , you have to love it . YOU CAN KEEP IT .

[@2011Harvesttime]

Thanks for the real life perspective of getting a new to you combine running. If you consider pneumatic tires like a ballon, pressing outward, then the ground contact pressure will be similar to the tire inflation pressure. The absolute best part of this video was the little boy splashing in the mud puddle.

[@va3kbc]

The weather and markets were the things that I had no control over. I don't miss those days , but I sure feel for you guys.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

The chaos is just part of the fun. I try to not lose any sleep over things out of our control!

[@kaeljulseth489]

If i had to give an award to the best harvest footage so far, it goes to you. Keep up the great videos!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

That's awesome. Thank you!

[@danishpuma]

That X9 looks so cool with those monster tires.

[@bendytendy9586]

I just tuned 3 x9 1000's. Brought them up to 614hp. 11 more horse than the 1100's. Alot of farmers in my area say the 1000's are gutless.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Dad claimed that he never ran out of power in corn. I could see power being an issue in soybeans or wet corn.

[@mrbunny8050]

Andy, enjoy your harvest. You have the dream job a lot of wish we could do. But we work behind a desk and live through your videos.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Some days I wish that I worked behind a desk... haha!

[@stanislav9471]

29:40 you can fold the auger in the hopper without folding the hopper itself. this function is present in this combine - it is the auger service mode. it is activated in the green star monitor

[@aTrippyFarmer]

That is interesting to know. We will have to look for that!

[@kevinnoah-i4o]

Your dad is like my late father. Run till u spill on the cab. 😂

[@aTrippyFarmer]

That's the real grain tank full sensor!!!

[@danishpuma]

Here in Denmark you never see Semi/straight trucks in fields, not for silage either. Always tractors and carts. New thing is they use semi fixed lanes to avoid compaction on the rest of the field.

[@iafarm5686]

We call that controlled traffic lanes. I've even seen guys start building tram lines like I saw in the Netherlands when I visited.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I've always been really impressed by the controlled traffic patterns that you see in Europe and Australia. I think American's could benefit from that level of efficiency.

[@thomass6603]

I enjoy the Marty cam in the combine. I was waiting for him to curse when he was having trouble with the draper head dragging and having a pile of bean plants not feeding into the combine

[@aTrippyFarmer]

He does curse a lot, but I have to edit that out. Some of the best parts are discarded due to language!

[@KNJensen]

When deere launched that X9 series, my immidiate reaction was that the grain tank were to small and they dident have enough horsepower. You are the second farmtuber to confirm at least the grain tank issue.

[@jamesforman6587]

We got the rest of the rain here in southern Cook County Illinois

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Cook county is only a few miles away........ haha!

[@mikegozdziewski3289]

Nice video. Nice explanation… nice work

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Glad you liked it!

[@Machines85]

Can’t wait to see more videos like this, especially on the latest combine innovations!

[@KevinDircksen-dt6gg]

You also have a small windows to get the silage harvested at optimum moisture. If it's too wet, the silage can become toxic and make the animals sick. If it gets too dry, the silage will not ferment properly and make low quality feed, plus you run a huge risk of fire.

[@LesPaul-w4j]

Remember when those X9s looked so big when they first came out. Now they look small in comparison to the CR11s or even the AF10s truly amazing

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I haven't seen them next to each other in person. I can't imagine that they are that much different in size. You get up against the road size limits pretty quick!

[@haydentaylor8651]

That combine should be able to hold atleast 600 bushel since it can pick corn so fast

[@kevinnoah-i4o]

@@haydentaylor8651 poor design for sure.

[@kennethjacobs2875]

It appears that the new combine can overwhelm the support vehicles.

[@BHarvestingHeroes]

5:55 4. I really appreciate the interaction and how you respond to your audience, it's very friendly and genuine.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

He commented on multiple videos with the same idea. I thought it would be easy to explain through video.

[@Marshall_Weber]

Awesome Video and Much Love as Always!!!

[@Melting_Fireman]

There's only one big time farmtuber on here that I know of that uses just their tractor trailers for grain harvest straight out of the combine. Everyone else uses a cart of some sort for grain, corn or soybean harvest. For blackbeans it's straight into the truck or a dump cart & only one farmtuber is doing some blackbeans. Ground compaction is why you see people ripshank or deep VT even in lighter soils.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

The blackbeans probably have major grain condition specifications to be met. Excess augering could ruin the quality pretty quick, especially if it is sensitive to splitting. Corn and soybeans have a lot of room for error before you are docked.

[@tylermiesler4462]

I chop alot of corn the compaction that a semi do is nuts and another thing chopping you'll get anywhere from 3-5 times semi loads in silage from grain that's some of the reasons why you runs trucks next to the chopper

[@jamesashley3827]

Thanks

[@WNYFarmer]

I had the same guy ask me the same question about running semis in the field

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I think his logic was solid, but it isn't that simple.

[@randywilson9611]

Good video good to see y'all

[@froggienm71]

MN Millennial Farmer has the Demco on their S780 with no noted issues. Might talk to Zach or even the Larsons

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Possibly! I'm not sure if their machine has the same fitment as this one.

[@bjl1226]

Maybe build a hooper on the cab 😀

[@aTrippyFarmer]

That's genius... followed by another hopper on both sides of the cab by the steps 🤣

[@Brian-ov1rj]

Trippy, I guess cab corn is a thing now. Who knew? Lenny in the puddle was the star of the vid. Keep them coming.👍

[@aTrippyFarmer]

We've never had cab corn before... I promise!

[@philhosier9185]

Why aren't you using corn stalk devastators on the cornhead ?

[@toddhauschildt3269]

Air vs water to clean your radiator. Water will make mud and plug fins. Always use air.

[@agger838]

The software is probably different for different heads. So they don't want you installing the wrong version. Easy fix to stop the spillage. Lower the sensor lol

[@aTrippyFarmer]

He'd still run it over. Time to just buy the expensive camera.

[@firstname6208]

so why doesn't JD make a v roof on the combine cab, put walls around the roof and officially make that part of the bin?

[@MrJocat]

Marty has one speed… haul ass 😂

[@aTrippyFarmer]

You've got that right

[@Beyonder8335]

I wonder if a concept like the tribine couldn't take off on some larger capacity combines to deal with the hopper size issue. AF11/CR11 is claimed at 8k bushels an hour already, and even the biggest combines on the market only come with ~500 bushel hoppers from the factory.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I've heard that the Af10/AF11 are going to absolutely dust every combine In the market. That may just be hype, but they look really impressive. All of these flagship machines can harvest so much corn in a short time that need a bigger grain tank. It's almost easier to plan on just keeping the grain cart close...

[@Beyonder8335]

@@aTrippyFarmer that could make sense. I saw the af11/cr11 at farm progress and I would definitely believe that it can beat anything on the market right now. They’re absolute monsters.

[@d.schmidt16]

Regardless of whatever reasons Deere gives, almost always a primary reason to allow certain necessary software only through dealerships is $$$. I work for a large corporation and "follow the money" for why the company very oddly and blatently does not do obviously very common sense things is almost always applicable back to $$.

[@martinconnolly3227]

Silage is lot higher moisture not the type of thing you would auger.

[@Daveco82]

great video!

[@EvanC8]

A load of silage is light compared to a load of grain. It’s that simple. No one uses trucks to unload onto in grain harvesting

[@bravejango12]

I do all the time in farming simulator 2022. And everyone knows FS22 is the end all be all of farming physics.

[@sales21stcentry]

Well, it’s simple our hundred thousand pound tractor in hay baler set up leave less compaction in the field then the hay truck we used to pick it up

[@jetegtmeier71]

why not move that full sensor down a hole or two if your Dad is constantly spilling ???? it can always be moved back after the extension is put on

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I could move the sensor down and he'd still run it over. We may just have to spend the money on the grain tank camera.

[@jetegtmeier71]

@@aTrippyFarmer I thought I also noticed he has a habit of jerking that hydrostat lever making of a rougher ride. or did I see that wrong. I'm not trying to throw shade at your Dad, I just thought I'd seen that is all

[@aTrippyFarmer]

@@jetegtmeier71 he isn't very elegant with the stick. You are correct 🤣

[@adamwiseman5831]

I was going to say at the beginning of the show why would you have an x9 with that kind of capacity? Why would it even be an option to have a small hopper on it? Come on John Deere

[@garrykoch9526]

This is the first negative I have heard of a Demco product. Pretty sure another youtuber I follow installed one of these a few years and they had no issues. or at least did not mention any issues in a video. As always great job Andy!!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

It didn't work on this model and year of combine like advertised. Deere could've changed something inside the hopper from the model year that Demco designed their's based on. The S780/S790 series are late stage models. Hardly anything changes from year to year from a mechanical perspective. These X9s are new machines with plenty of growing pains. I would bet a ton has changed from 2022 to 2023 to 2024.

[@JAKTHEGOD5000]

I asked in a video before (I think the x9 video) i had asked if you think if you would ever consider upgrading to maybe a 2500 bushel grain cart, do you think that your trucking capacity/workers is a big general factor why you maybe wouldnt/would upgrade the cart?

[@wallyhuppert9077]

Your dad is a gunner

[@aTrippyFarmer]

It is best to stay out of his way!

[@kevinkrempely2335]

The 600 bushel grain tank extensions from John Deere will come in two years. Probably 8000.00 dollar option!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Haha you're probably right!

[@triplebfarms6209]

What weather app are you using?

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I either use the default iPhone weather app or MyRadar.

[@thomasr8652]

And, tearing up semi tires

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Semi tires have a magical ability to get torn up even when only lightly used.... haha

[@jdude5786]

I would say Sloan is at fault for even selling that extension.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Fault is a strong word. There is obviously something that need looked at either on the extension or on the combine.

[@CaryGuyer]

First off, why do you still have bean residue on your feeder house if you switched over to corn. Secondly, I know many people who have installed that very same tank extension and have had no problems, that is as long as it was installed properly. Theirs don't look the same as yours after install. What's with the excess extension canvas just extending past the fold joints?

[@aTrippyFarmer]

No clue. We didn't install it. Obviously something was wrong with some part of the process.

[@jeb533]

What weather app are you using

[@GravyHucker]

He uses MyRadar. If you are looking for a fantastic app for just Radar I would 100% recommend Radarscope. If you want something less detailed MyRadar is decent. Have fun!

[@wry569]

If beans are going right back into a bin that you just swept out, why can't you let the bin sweep clean bin the best it can and then go right back in with beans ?

[@farmingnodak]

It's inspecting the bin, checking for bugs, etc. Doesn't hurt to clean it good.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

You have to reposition the power sweep, spray the bins, and bolt the doors closed. It isn't hard, just have to do it.

[@chesterarnold5975]

FENT cabs are designed to funnel cab grain vibrate off and fall into the head.

[@keithhundt1479]

Do I detect some buyers remorse?

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Not on the combine, just on the hopper extension.

[@thomasvancleef8175]

Does all your corn go to the elevator? I would think you are large enough for a bin site???

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Only about 25% goes to the elevator.

[@thomasvancleef8175]

@@aTrippyFarmer Thanks for responding!!! Thought you must have storage

[@giligan6534]

I thot the X was rated at 7200 bu/hr ?

[@nealreardon]

If you have the semi capacity/ grain handling capacity for it maybe.. but I’ve heard and I’m sure he says you’re asking a lot out of a 1000 to get anywhere close to 7-8k…

[@Beyonder8335]

In that ballpark but that relies on you having the trucking power to keep up, and usually manufacturers will based those ratings off basically perfect conditions.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

This is the 1000 model, so it probably can't do that much. I haven't looked at the instant throughput in corn. It is probably knocking on 6000 bushels per hour if you push it. The 1100 model can definitely get to 7000bph in dry corn.

[@kevinkrempely2335]

Marty.....Slow it down!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Good luck with that!

[@ryangroen1697]

👍👍

[@ericpercy9956]

I'm from Ohio I average 95000# out of field nothing but a thing

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Some places you can get away with more. I see guys pulling 95,000 into the elevators here but that is definitely illegal. I don't care if people overload, just don't have much extra room in our small trailers.

[@anzacday4141]

Hey Andy..................At the 10 minute mark of this video you said "one of those Days" ......Reminded me of a song "Days like This" kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYa4iJ6oaauIotE............which is very apt for some of your recent days.

[@brianfisher540]

deer food

[@formerfarmer1718]

Just south of Coles? Not far from my neck of the woods. 3 miles east of Arthur.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Yep we farm from Mattoon to Neoga.

[@alvinneufeld1485]

We all believe you on the 10 dollars an hour 😂

[@aTrippyFarmer]

That's my overtime pay!

[@richardradawetz8788]

Someday when you’re harvesting by yourself you’re gonna remember all the negative thoughts towards your dad’s operating capabilities. Buy the proper extension and get on with life

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I think my dad is a pretty good operator. I do stay away from him in the backhoe, though. He gets a little crazy.

[@southshore2357]

Maybe time to retire to John deer . 🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@darrenlindup3086]

Sounds like you old man’s becoming a liability I’m glad he’s the one with the cheque book But I guess there’s plenty of money in farming in the USA ,unlike here in the uk

[@aTrippyFarmer]

My dad isn't a liability. I just like to give him a hard time. Margins are tight here, too. The world is too good at producing corn and soybeans, so prices are low again.

[@allenwalters9068]

Same guy keeps leaving comments on my videos,

[@garyzimmerman6316]

I noticed him on other videos, too. I find him VERY annoying.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Maybe he works for Peterbilt!

[@Thegrim326]

Buying junk deere is never an upgrade it's always a downgrade

[@alviney5138]

gonna have to see a x9 or af running 6 mph in corn / great eloquent narration / thanks

[@jetegtmeier71]

it's all about control, that's why right to repair is so important. Sadly I'm a Deere fan(having multiple family members that have retired from deere ( Central Iowa )) but I can still recognize a B.S. practice when I see one. I get proprietary technology and all but COME ON I'm not spending $50,000 to $500,000 even $1,000,000 and not not have the right or ability to wrench on or modify said piece of equipment !!!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

You can pretty much do all of your own repairs except for software issues. I think you are right for the most part, though.

[@CornhuskerCowboy.]

Get a red combine ! John Deere is a poor managed company. Shit they closed down the Iowa plant . # moving to Mexico

[@Beyonder8335]

They didn't close down the iowa plant. Tractors and combines aren't going anywhere they're just moving the skid steer and track loader line to mexico.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

None of these companies care about you or me. It is about their bottom line. I wouldn't expect any different from any other company if given the same economics.

[@rechutriers5592]

12 row corn head on an x9?? lol how dumb is that

[@jonsobieralski6053]

Right, they are practically free. 🥴

[@froggienm71]

Unless you have enough trucks to keep the corn moving away from the combine, a 16 row can be too much. Also, most farmers who plant with 24 rows makes it easier to run 12 row headers

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I found the fringe acre farmer!

[@froggienm71]

@@aTrippyFarmer i grew up on a 20,000 acre wheat farm in the 70s and 80s in southeast Wyoming. We had a John Deere 7720, an 8820 after that, and then an 84 Gleaner N7 during the last couple of years on the farm. We had custom cutters help out with the rest

[@aTrippyFarmer]

@@froggienm71 I wasn't talking about you, just the original commenter. A 12 row corn head is plenty in 200+ bushel corn, especially when the corn is planted with a 24 row planter. It matches the planter. There is no way that spending $125,000 to trade into a new 16 row folding corn head is worth the extra 4 rows and slowing down some. The combine will pick the same amount of corn, just have to turn more.

[@mungogerryjnr]

Hey Andy Hmmm It’s certainly going down the strange path eh That dumb ladder,the bin extension drama,folding update/get some updates-don’t get some🤷‍♂️ But the weirdest thing was that crap stuck in the back! The previous owner clearly never cared about it and I guess that’s his right as owner.But been sold in that state says 1/ your new JD dealer isn’t checking the gear over pre sale or didn’t care either just found that well,useless! My parents had a dairy farm and a dealership with Case.My father would have been disgusted if he found out a machine was sold like that but then again he would have checked.He also said nothing get more attention then a customer buying elsewhere! But that ladder!!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I don't think anything that I've seen so far indicates that the combine wasn't taken care of by the previous owner. The inside being dirt was just an oversight. We don't open our combines up after the season unless we suspect there is an internal issue. The bin extension was either due to a part misalignment or improper installment. The back ladder is definitely poor design from Deere. You are right about shopping around being the best way to encourage better quality from a dealership. With all of the consolidation, it is hard to shop around without being willing to travel a bit farther away!

[@mungogerryjnr]

@@aTrippyFarmer it’s just obvious that it wasn’t looked over properly. At the price they are worth I would have thought checking it over 100% would be correct.If it was checked it would have been noticed and it should have been cleaned. I just was stunned to see it and saw it as a sign! What’s the 3rd best crop option Andy,this and the sub soiler is right at the top of research list I would of thought