TOP EXCAVATOR TIPS AND TRICKS

Today's Down and Dirty is going to be me going through all of my top excavator tips and tricks.
I'm going to go over...
00:27 How to Travel in an Excavator - Getting used to using your feet on your travel pedals instead of your hands. I'll also go over how to climb a pile in an excavator and tracking while using boom and stick options.
02:12 Tracking Up onto a Trailer in an Excavator
03:56 How to Not Tip Over in an Excavator
06:56 how to be productive in an excavator - What are wasted movements in an excavator?
11:35 How to Get a Full Bucket in an Excavator - How to get an even bucket in an excavator
14:11 Clear Room for your Counter Weight
15:37 How to Dig in Packed Ground in an Excavator
17:54 Wear your Seatbelt!
19:24 Jump Turn in an Excavator
20:36 How to Move Faster in an Excavator
22:03 How to Level a Pad in an Excavator
24:56 Where the Power Comes from in an Excavator - How to pull a truck out with an excavator
28:14 Don't get discouraged!
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[@vitaliykharchenko3864]

This is exactly what I was looking for. Tips and tricks that help you be more productive and efficient. Not only that, but you explain the difference between a rookie and someone who is experienced, and then demonstrate it. I hope you make more videos like these. This video is a goldmine

[@DieselandIron]

My entire channel is dedicated to helping new operators. Take a look and see if there's more material that can help you out. If you've got a specific question, let me know and I'll try to make a video about it. Thanks for the comment!

[@dmedeiros1768]

You are a good teacher. Your last tip says it all.

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the compliment and thank you for watching!

[@fanningconstruction2050]

@@DieselandIron I'm just like you diesel! I want to try and explain tips and trips to help others out. I just started a you tube channel too. 😁

[@he3865]

Great video mate, found it very useful. Only been operating for a couple months now and would love to see more digger tips and techniques videos 🤘🏼

[@DieselandIron]

I talk a lot about excavators in my vlogs since it is primarily what I operate. I'll try to do another tips and tricks here down the road. Thanks for watching!

[@nickerzzbell4811]

🙏 Outstanding to watch, thanks from Australia, I have worked on earthmoving and forestry equipment (breakdowns maintenance and modifying/engineering) for a good part of my life, and I recently got an excavator, I spent a few days trying to work out how to actually operate properly but still had so many questions, and this video has answered the majority of them and taught me so much more! Thanks once again! (Operations and Maintenance really are 2 different worlds ha ha)

[@DieselandIron]

I apologize for not getting to this comment sooner. I'm currently on the road working with a friend on a big project. I really appreciate your kind words and appreciate you watching. If you have any questions feel free to shoot me a message or an email

[@roberthoweiv2889]

You have great tips for learning operators. I'm really glad you mentioned making sure your counterweight is clear. One of my pet peeves is seeing the counterweight scratched up & a dirty trashy cab/equip get under my skin

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks Robert! I'm right there with you. Seeing a shiny counterweight or dented side panels just irritates me because it's due to careless operating.

[@josiahvonb3426]

That also drives me crazy, a couple more pet peeves I have is when operators get out of the cab without grounding their bucket and operators that love to dig and track over their final drives, it drives me nuts for some reason.

[@DieselandIron]

@@josiahvonb3426 the bucket in the air really drives me nuts too. That's asking for an accident

[@cdnhelo68]

I know little to nothing about operating an excavator. The quality and efficiency of how you deliver instruction and demonstrate the material is impressive and very helpful. Nice work.

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you Matt! I really appreciate this compliment!

[@Eubanksproductions]

I learn more from watching your video then all of the other videos on how to operate an excavator combined. Thank you for an awesome job.

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the compliment and I appreciate the support!

[@matthewtE]

Thank you so much! Balancing the machine smoothly is what I need to work on the most.

[@DieselandIron]

That will come with time as you learn the machine and get smooth on the controls

[@MF-ne7qc]

Very good, these tips are the foundment of excavator operating. I operate an excavator since 20 years and you explain very well what I learn over time. 👍

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@JT-qe5ym]

Can’t thank you enough for the teaching videos, your inspiring a new generation of construction professionals. I have been a Police Officer in Florida for just over 23 years and have 22 months left. I want to be a heavy equipment operator for my next career. You are a great instructor! I have been through 1000’s of hours of training (Police) and I know a good instructor when I hear one! You are providing great guidance and advice in your instruction and training. Keep up the great work!

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching and let me know if you have questions!

[@mr.rodriguez3908]

Thanks for the tips and tricks. This is valuable information for beginners. Good job teaching and giving encouragement to new operators.

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for the feedback! I think one thing this industry really lacks is encouraging words for new operators. I think that's part of why we are struggling so hard to find new blood.

[@doonsvids6246]

Great video. Thanks a lot for taking the time to help new operators 👍

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@CrazyEye75]

You hit the nail on the head with the last tip. It definitely takes time to get good. I've been running excavators for 17 years now and there were soo many times the first few years I wanted to quit and never thought I'd be able to get good at it. Just keep at it Another tip when craning and you have a quick coupler, take your bucket off. Safer for your ground guys, and gives you more visibility. And one more thing that not many guys care about anymore, always work over your idlers not your final drives.....

[@DieselandIron]

Good tips! Thanks for the comments!

[@dimsumlee1115]

I still put mine on when it gets sketchy just in case. I’ve seen too many videos of excavators doing the funky chicken when the operator falls on the controls:$ knock on wood I’ve never had anything but butterflies in my stomach.

[@dimsumlee1115]

I asked a mechanic why he thought it mattered. His answer was cheaper to fix an idler. I’ve always taken the time to keep my drives on the back for the emergency factor. I never have to guess which way is back. It’s always my heels. I also always back on the float. I had a seat blow backwards on me and it gave me a wild ride. After that it was only possible to load it that way. It’s stuck ever since. Works like a charm for me.

[@DieselandIron]

@@dimsumlee1115 you bring up a good point that I've never thought of before when it comes to having the finals in the rear for an emergency. That's a really great piece of advice

[@chadrides914]

Another neat thing about have the drives in the back, is you gain an extra ton or more of weight which helps tremendously at steadying the machine when you are sticking heaped buckets of clay far ahead of you. In my scenario I run a standard hoe a lot in shovel orientation with some attachments that weigh 11,000lbs. Any extra weight I can have to offset that is useful so I keep the drives in the back.

[@michaeljuett4888]

Great tutorial. It's interesting you mentioned physics. Definitely a continual thought process when operating.

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks Michael! This industry is great when it comes to the use of physics. We use it everyday!

[@nbragtop]

This is absolutely the most helpful video that I have seen. I will watch it many times. You are an excellent instructor. Thank you !

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching and I'm happy to help! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

[@christopherkerr5526]

Great video, lots of great tips. Got my test in 6 weeks, only had around 30 minutes in an excavator. Complete novice. Some excellent advice. Thanks.

[@DieselandIron]

You got it. Let me know if you have any questions

[@MrHane68]

Thanks! Those tips were great education!

[@DieselandIron]

You got it! Thanks for watching!

[@koral7479]

Thank you for making this, I’m in an operator school right now learning all kinds of heavy equipment and one of the longer courses is excavator. I’ve been all over the place emotionally about it and the instructors kinda just throw you to the wolves lol. Finally I had enough and decided to look up tips and tricks, found your video and it’s seriously so helpful and reassuring. Thank you!!

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching and thank you for the feedback! Feel free to reach out if you need any help. I coach people all the time!

[@3000gtalex]

Excavator and dozer will take a long time just get the seat time somewhere safe.

[@canadiansnowmobiledude1125]

Wicked video! I’m constantly trying to learn better ways to teach my employees on how to become better and a more efficient operators and you’ve done an excellent job of doing so! Thank you 👍

[@DieselandIron]

Happy to help! Thank you for watching and feel free to reach out if you want any videos on a specific topic.

[@youjustgottadrum]

Excellent video! Acutely addressed in a nice way. Great job! Dig on!

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you! I appreciate the feedback!

[@GioDudeTV]

Awesome video man! I’m looking into being a heavy equipment operator myself! Been a union laborer in Chicago for 6 years now and just turned 25 last month! I applied to Local 150 operators union last year but haven’t gotten accepted yet! Love the videos dude. Keep em up! I’m trying to absorb everything I can from these videos but of course, like anything, gotta get hands on and put in the time and develop your craft and skills on the site itself!

[@DieselandIron]

Keep at it and I'm sure you'll get in. Don't be afraid to try a non union company while you are waiting. There's some good companies out there that will still treat you fairly. Thanks for the support! I appreciate it!

[@assassinlexx1993]

Show up at the hall in your work clothes and lunch pall. Ask if there any work. Do that day after day. Your show Initiative over the other people wanting a chance. This is how I got in the union because my Dad wasn't in the trade. It took a while but in the end I got my chance. Good luck

[@johnnyhunter4345]

Works on all jobs...

[@MrJoe1627]

Working non union was horrible definitely would recommend geting into a local

[@sethleonard3775]

Great video lots of info would love to see more videos like this for excavator and dozer thanks

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching! I'll see what I can do!

[@DieselandIron]

Have you had a chance to check this one out about excavator startup and controls? kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpyynKubhKp5aKs These are some of my dozer videos that may be helpful: My Top Bulldozer Tips and Tricks kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHqXqKSBh8yJgbs How and When to Use Float to Smooth Tracks kzbin.info/www/bejne/laGVaIupaNWjY8U Let me know if those are what you were looking for and also if you have any ideas for other videos that could help you out, thanks for watching!

[@thenewwest1954]

Love this video bro, thanks for taking the time to put it together for us!

[@DieselandIron]

Absolutely! I'm here to help. Let me know if you have any questions or if you have specific topics you would like some information on.

[@mccdan666]

Thanks man for really greats tips. Each time I’m using my little Bobcat E26 I try to be more productive and be better. Those tips are awesome, keep,up the good work!

[@DieselandIron]

Sorry for taking so long to get back with you Dany! I'm on the road helping a friend with a project and I'm just now getting caught up on comments. Everything that applies to the big hoes translates down to the small machines. Let me know if you've got any questions I can answer for you! Thanks for the support brother!

[@benjispark]

Thanks so much! I've been a welder for last 25 yrs and I'm turning 49 and just got my first digging job, starts next week. Digging a few ponds and ditches. You really helped me more than you know, because I have almost no experience. I know I'll pick it up but your tips are exactly what will keep me from learning the hard way so thanks again.

[@DieselandIron]

Congrats on starting a new career! It's a great spot to be in. Glad the videos are helping you and good luck as you continue to learn! I was in the same boat when I started. No experience. Spent a bunch of time watching other operators both in person and on KZbin and was able to pick up skills and techniques that have served me well. One of the reasons I started this channel, wanted to help other guys out who are in the same spot I was in!

[@MichaelsJohnDeere]

Congratulations man I have operated for several years backhoes, excavators, combines, tractor, loaders, etc. Got promoted to heavy equipment operator right before Christmas. Love these videos as I see allot of what so called experts do wrong and I’m questioning it in my head like I don’t know about what your doing there. 🎉

[@MichaelsJohnDeere]

In fact both guys above me can’t use the foot pedals it seems without their hands.

[@thecraftiekiwi4919]

been operating excavators since i was 13 im 28 now and you nailed everything on the head mate! awsome video. only thing i could add is if your digging out wet sticky clay use your bucket like a grader and roll the fill into your bucket! stops the bucket plugging up

[@DieselandIron]

Great tip and thanks for watching!

[@michaeldahm214]

No shortage of wet sticky clay in NZ

[@3000gtalex]

This is a fun video, I would love to make one like this.. all this knowledge is so helpful for someone starting out, where until your sitting in it you have no idea what to do but figure it out on your own. I’d bet watching a lot of these videos could cut down the harsh learning phase in half.

[@DieselandIron]

That's my goal. Help guys and gals get into the industry and get through that "feeling dumb" phase a lot quicker than what we went through. Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment!

[@lhprestes1]

Great information man! Thanks a lot. I just purchased a small excavator and was looking for some beginner tips. You have earned my subscription!

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching and thanks for the sub!

[@aukanmeister]

I just bought my first excavator for my home, and need all the input the experienced operator would teach the apprentice. This is helping me out a lot! I've never operated an excavator before, and don't have it in my blood yet. This makes me understand a few principles and ways of thinking that gives me a head start in the game. Thank you very much for taking the time to teach an old bastard some new tricks :)

[@DieselandIron]

Happy to help! I've got quit a few videos on excavators so make sure to check those out for more info.

[@harestileheep9312]

A video on the best ways to push stone to a rough grade using the bucket whilst tracking forwards would be helpful. 20 ton is dumped and you want to spread it fast and (there's no dozer) and getting behind to pull is not an option (geogrid/teram, etc.) Great videos you have there, my compliments.

[@DieselandIron]

Let me see what I can do here in the next couple of weeks.

[@toast47624]

Sit your machine at the end of the covered geogrid, then have loads tipped off behind you. Yes you need to pick it up and slew 180 but if you are in a 20T machine its nothing and you will just keep trimming behind you. AP 65 which is typically put on geogrid is a bitch to push with the back of the bucket. Its what I do and find it much quicker.

[@spevakdesigns]

Bought a used 3 ton Kubota mini ex and started running it this weekend. Nearly broke a toe on my left foot last week so I had to learn to run the foot pedals with one foot across both pedals. Super cool to finally have one at our property to get the heavy lifting done without breaking a sweat. Thanks for all the tips in the video. Trying to learn as much as I can to get better at running the equipment.

[@zacharysitko3101]

Great video! A lot of knowledge is condensed in this video, for people that have interest in operating. Ive been running a mini excavator and everything in this video applies to that as well.

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for the compliment Zach! I appreciate it!

[@skadill]

Also for the general operating public-When swinging the tracks underneath as everyone does to makes turning easier, (while using bucket to provide lift) make a habit of going the opposite way a few inches before setting back down into the rails to keep the rails in the rollers and avoid peeling the edge flanges off the bottom rollers,then everything stays in line. Old tracks will come 6" or even a foot or more out of the bottom rollers and get tracked like that ,wearing everything out and is number one cause of tracks coming off.

[@DieselandIron]

Great advice! Thanks for the comment!

[@LostCaper]

thanks for sharing

[@ronniejones8508]

The ones that gave this video a thumbs down, must think they know it all. Way too explain it bro. I've been a heavy equipment operator over 30 years, and i thought you did a great job explaining how to compensate for certain situations. Great job bro.

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks Ronnie. There's always haters on the internet. Constructing thickened my skin, it doesn't even phase me! 🤣🤣

[@LostCaper]

Very true and nobody knows it all.

[@severananthon5091]

What an excellent video with some important tips and tricks and what a great teacher you are. I’m 100% interested to learn how to operate those heavy equipments. And I will be so thankful to meet a teacher like you

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you Severan! I appreciate that compliment!

[@hudz32]

Great video bud! I learned a couple tricks I’m going to be using.

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching and glad I could help!

[@wraith0127]

OSHA/MSHA requires you to always wear your seatbelt while running the equipment. If your job isn't governed by MSHA/OSHA, I still say wear it. If something happens and you get thrown out of the cab, the ROPS can't help keep that 80,000lb hunk of solid steel from squishing the guts out of your body. They'll need a shovel just to clean up what's left of you. A guy that used to run a CAT 980 loader in the surface mine I work at left his seatbelt off, his loader started to rollover and he jumped from the cab. The machine tipped over nearly on it's roof, then came back down on it's side and one of the massive wheels came down and crushed his legs. There was nothing left but spaghetti from about mid thigh down. The worst part of the whole thing? The cab was undamaged, even the glass was still intact. If he had his belt on and stayed in the cab, he would have been fine except for a few bumps and bruises. Now he has no legs. If the job requires you to lean over to look out the front of the cab to see your dig, rest the bucket down, lock the hydraulics, unbuckle, check what you need to check, then put the seatbelt back on before you get back to work. Trust me when I say that the few seconds that takes, is worth your life and limbs, regardless of how much time it wastes on the project. If an accident occurs, you're going to loose much more time when the rescue personnel, investigator, and coroner have to shut down the jobsite for the day. Sorry about the rant, but after seeing what I've seen, I will never operate any equipment without my seatbelt on. Seatbelts, along with the ROPS is designed to keep you ALIVE and able to go back to work.

[@wraith0127]

I should mention, I still enjoyed the whole video! Subbed because I look forward to so much more like this! So many of these tips I already knew, but still a great video for beginners!

[@DieselandIron]

I hear you. The industry is slowly changing but, as one guy pointed out, half of the machines don't even have working seatbelts because they are so often neglected. It wouldn't surprise me if seatbelts became mandatory here in the states within the next 5-10 years. Thanks for watching and thanks for the input!

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you so much for the compliment! I really appreciate the support!

[@paulhanger7242]

Great advice mate

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks Paul! I appreciate that!

[@dislikebutton34]

Thanks man! Preparing myself for diy rectangular basement 17x15x6m. Basic training only and videos like this are very helpful!

[@DieselandIron]

Glad they're helpful! I learned a lot of what I know from watching other operators both on KZbin and in person.

[@josephcalisto2528]

Outstanding video, job well done, can't wait to get on my E45 and apply tips / tricks!!

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you so much!

[@theunluckyfisherman4845]

Excellent video. A big tip i can give a new person: if you're in a position where you are labouring for or sharing a machine with another operator, be nice and try to learn from them. Coming out of heavy equipment school years ago and having to work telecommunications in a mini ex with a partner has taught me that there is a big ego problem with a lot of operators, and theres a reason for it. The reason Its extremely difficult to watch someone do something badly when you know you can do it better. If they say "let me in there" dont get upset, use it as an opportunity to really pay attention to what this more experienced person does and try to mimic it next time. I've been able to learn things from even the biggest assholes at the company. Be patient, you can learn something from everybody, even if its how NOT to do something.

[@DieselandIron]

Great advice. I'll just add in, always be humble. It doesn't matter if you've been doing this for 20 years. There's still a good chance you can learn something from one of the new guys.

[@67hundredthz]

You can always tell a good excavator operator cuz he never curls his bucket all the way out and slams it like this guy does

[@DieselandIron]

This machine had a coupler so it took me a minute to get a feel for where the stop point was. Get your panties out of a twist...

[@TheRealBeardedBuilder]

@@DieselandIron you can always tell a keyboard operator by their comments 😂

[@DieselandIron]

@@TheRealBeardedBuilder amen to that!

[@523FILMS]

@@DieselandIron was this your first time running a excavator?

[@truepatriot3870]

@@523FILMS Bahahahahahahaha! Stall him out Bro! Lol!!

[@ambitiousdirtwork]

Yessir another video Thanks for the information Good job!

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for the feedback! I appreciate ya!

[@marcmaillet4858]

Im glad i watched your video. Im about to go into an excavator myself and even though i know a lot about heavy equipment there is always room for learning and you did teach me a thing or to. Thanks man great video ;)

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you for watching! I truly appreciate the support!

[@df6937]

After just shy of 30 years operating all types of equipment (90% in an excavator), I got to say, the seat belts in each piece of equipment looked like the day it was installed at the factory when they were traded in years later.

[@DieselandIron]

Haha thank you! Half of the seatbelts in machines I've run we're actually seized in the closed position. You couldn't even pull them out if you wanted to wear the seatbelt

[@Filzkiiz]

YesSiRr!!😎👊👌👍💯🔥!! CheeRz brO!! 👍👍🤙😊

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks again for the support my man!

[@Filzkiiz]

@@DieselandIron 💯💯💯% brO!! GottA support ma fellow ConstrutioN perssonel!!😉👌👊👍🔥💯!! Dat sheitt aiNt EASY!!😎😁😊!! 👊👊👊👍👌🤙

[@larryandrewz]

These are cool tips from experience, thanks bud!

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you for watching!

[@jasonshortland7455]

awesome video man!! really good tips, def learnt a lot. Im a new operator to excavators and will def use these tips. Thanks heaps!

[@DieselandIron]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching brother!

[@RiverValleyAcres]

I’m 30 and I definitely use the word teeter probably more than I should lol

[@DieselandIron]

It happens to the best of us. It just kept slipping out!

[@kyleservice6098]

New operators like to slam the bucket when uncurling doesn’t look professional

[@DieselandIron]

Seasoned operators that are in new machines with couplers they aren't used to also do it. Let's not get too judgy...

[@ArthurDentZaphodBeeb]

If it's sticky material, sometimes it's the only way to clean a bucket.

[@surethatsok]

Great tips for beginners. You're a fine ambassador for heavy equipment operators.

[@DieselandIron]

I appreciate that! Thanks for the comment

[@pimpcurtly]

Great video!!! Thanks so much...currently in excavator training through trade school and this vid is so helpful and positive!!! Will recommend in class tomorrow =)

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching, glad it was helpful! Thank you also for recommending it!

[@StefanBacon]

A lot of these tips *feel* obvious when you say them, but when you're actually in the seat I'm sure it's a lot to remember.

[@DieselandIron]

It's pretty amazing the number of things you have to think about when operating a piece of equipment. As you get better and more versed in the seat the layers of complexity get deeper. As a BRAND new operator you probably aren't thinking about anything other than getting the bucket to do what you want. As a 5 or 10 year veteran you're probably thinking about how the trucks are backing in and how that impacts your cycle time. Like anything else, the more time you have the better you get and the more time you are able to save through small things you have picked up. Thanks for watching brother!

[@MarekWarot]

Working quite a while now I still find it a good stuff! Kudos buddy. Thanks for sharing 👊

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@Sheubaba]

It is a craft that takes time, you will always going to learn. Don't be discouraged just be patient with yourself and the machines. THANKS a lot for this advice

[@ladozerwork1679]

Thanks for everything all the good advice. I love being an excavator operator I’m going to Oma my craft & skills

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching and commenting my man! I appreciate the support!

[@crawfordaird5247]

Thanks bud. That’ll help me, all the way from Scotland 👌🏼

[@DieselandIron]

Awesome! I love hearing from guys in different countries! Thanks for watching!

[@KingcoleIIV]

I am mesmerized by the fluid movements of the machine. U are an awesome operator dude.

[@DieselandIron]

I appreciate that Cole!

[@cvfd1805]

Outstanding job on explaining.

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks Colton! I appreciate you watching!

[@tupouahio]

Thank you for the video sir, I really appreciate the tips 👍🏾

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnfranklin1462]

Excellent video. Thank u very much.

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks brother!

[@michaelclayton1827]

It is always interesting watching another operator! Even if you have been in the seat for 10's of thousands of hours you can always learn a new little trick or hint!

[@DieselandIron]

Agree, you are ALWAYS learning!

[@johnsweeney1712]

Great video. Thanks for the info. Keep up the good work.

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching and for the support!

[@Fitforlife9945]

Amazing video! Thanks so much.

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@relaxationmusic7699]

Thanks for the video.very helpful.hope will upload more training videos.thanks

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching! I have more training videos coming.

[@oscardanielflores4376]

Thanks for the tips bro. Really helpful.

[@DieselandIron]

Anytime! Thanks for watching!

[@gibsonlandscapeconstructio7984]

Loving the videos Very educational I learn something new all the time running machines Thanks

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching. That's one of my favorite things about this business, you never stop learning

[@gibsonlandscapeconstructio7984]

@@DieselandIron you got that right my friend

[@BIGKIDSSANDBOX]

Good info, keep them videos coming 👍🏽

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@serseniucfelix]

thank you very much for explaining!

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@lenahdelacruz4920]

Wow!!! what a great inspiring video to watch while doing research about operators!!. i am applying for an apprenticeship today. Great video, thank you for sharing Aloha, God Bless You.

[@DieselandIron]

Good luck with your journey and keep us posted on your apprenticeship status!

[@triplegothic666]

Thank you so much... now I'll know a few more tips

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@pfsmith007]

Great video. I just purchased my first machine. You make it look easy. Thanks for posting this.

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment!

[@HolmesoverHouse]

Honestly this was perfect dude. Great tips. I’m not an operator but I do operate from time to time and this will help greatly

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you so much! I appreciate the comment!

[@danielkennedy1524]

Very cool! common sense with great expertise!

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@itsokswallow]

Excellent video my favorite excavator channel as of tonight

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you so much for all the kind words and the support!

[@johnspoon923]

Great video and fantastic job. I am brand new and am getting a min ex in May for our farm. This really helps.

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching John! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions going forward.

[@frankp215]

When i see a jump swing I cant help but smile😊!

[@lemmetellyousomething679]

Learning excavator is like developing sense of third big arm. Good job friend, loved your teaching

[@DieselandIron]

Great analogy! Once you get comfortable it really does feel like an extra arm. Thank you for the compliment!

[@prepordietryin9119]

Man I got to say thank you for not bullshiting around I'm 50 seconds into the and I already learning something. Too many KZbinrs like the stroke their ego and ramble on. I don't run an excavator but I'm trying to learn when I get a chance to operate one. I'm going to start using the pedals instead of the sticks.

[@DieselandIron]

Glad the videos are helpful! When I first started, the best way I learned was by watching other operators both in person and on KZbin.

[@4x4RescueThunderBay]

Right on Man, I've been in an excavator for pay for a few months now. I appreciate every tip in this video 👍

[@DieselandIron]

Congrats on the new career! Glad the videos are helpful, thanks for watching!

[@produktdnb9859]

this is gold. im in the uk and started my CPCS A59 360 ticket yesterday..ive little experience on small rops machines and jumped in at the deep end by going for the big boys.. after a first practical day i was left a little taken back.. happy yet slightly a knocked confidence also due to the sheer health and safety side and jumping to such bigger machines.. instructors was happy with my progress but upon going home i took time to reflect and felt i could have been far better, again im new to this so i know in time it will come but my main focus of course is to pass. the entire content of this video made me feel so much better i see where i was going wrong from this and also feel a lot less nervous and ready to go back to continue with confidence and learn with the right questions to ask my instructor and more a general idea myself... truly brilliant you have gained a new loyal patron thank you.

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you so much for all the kind words! Honestly, the fact that you played back your experience and thought about ways you can improve tells me that you are a good operator. Going forward in your career you will continue to break things down like that. You'll always find something you can improve upon. That's what separates mediocre operators from really good operators. Thanks for watching and let me know if you've got any questions going forward!

[@Selectivebadger]

About to do a self build and operate a 3ton mini and this info will help out. Much appreciated.

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@willardsaladi9999]

Thank u very encouraging teaching!!!

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching and commenting! I appreciate you!

[@bradbatcho4048]

been running one for along time. i am not good at training. u made a great video for people that think they can run good. nice video bud..

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks Brad! I appreciate the kind words brother.

[@davegermanpoweredauto2829]

Great video and good advice well that's your favorite excavator

[@DieselandIron]

Thank you! Personally I'm a fan of the old school 345's. They had a ton of power and you could hear the turbo screaming from across the job. That was the epitome of raw diesel power. While I haven't gotten a chance to get any seat time in the next gen hoe's, I hear they are pretty spectacular machines...

[@Dozervideo]

Nice Work, thanks for the video

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@RandallSoong-pp7ih]

Great video thank you!!

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@wquin4394]

thanks for all the tips!

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@Sheubaba]

Thank you so much for this video, i will never give up 😢

[@angkriekouki]

you are a great operator i learned a lot thank you

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks Angelo! I really appreciate that!

[@danielsrevenge927]

Great video. Thanks

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@jacobdejesus6758]

thank you for this vid. Boss has been telling me since i got on the e42 half a year ago that i’m meant to be an operator, yet i’ve have hardly heard or used most of these tips on-site. boss may be confused tmr, but he’ll be happy when the jobs over for sure

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@daytonquibell8703]

Love the last point you brought up about this being a craft and to hone it. Im 24 I started screening topsoil when I was 17 and went straight into heavy earthworks civil road construction etc People screaming crazy egos but patience determination and drive is what s always kept me going and especially if you love running heavy machinery and most aspects...and people lol now I make great money for my age I know what I'm capable of but being an efficient operator has come to my realization it takes alot of fuking seat time no matter how good you are always learning

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks Dayton! A lot of guys get discouraged when they aren't perfect right off the bat or they feel like the look stupid when they are jerky and don't know what they are doing. I really want guys to understand that this is a skill. You never stop getting better. You never stop learning and like you mentioned, you make great money doing it! Thanks for watching brother!

[@austint7533]

Even tho I only operate an excavator maybe a 1/4 of the time, this was super informative and easy to convey very complex maneuvers

[@DieselandIron]

Happy to help! Reach out if you have questions going forward!

[@Anthony-fe4oj]

New operator here ! Thanks for the info ! I’m very comfortable inside this equipment but terminology and tricks is where I fall short.

[@DieselandIron]

Lots and lots of seat time will give you your own tips and tricks!

[@ronniepowell806]

Very helpful to me as I've only been an operator for a couple of years big machines are awsome to work I can shift so much dirt efficiently but your video was different gave me a different point of view 👍

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching Ronnie! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

[@virusrodriguez417]

G00d job boss..nice helpful video👍🏻

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@aurelvlaicu3463]

💯 Thanks for video! 👍🏻

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@josealvarado8964]

Good information thank you sir👍🏽🙂

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching!

[@sssds8573]

Live those videos soo. Smart and informative

[@DieselandIron]

Thanks for watching, appreciate the support brother!