Two Days Plowing Snow ~ Jan 7-8, 2022 ~ Wet & Wild

[@1976benita]

Jim I think it’s time for a TV series on the weather channel, thanks for all the hard work you put into the video’s!

[@davestelling]

Great idea!

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Maybe one day! Still trying to get over my shyness, lol.

[@justalittleskellyboy_]

I’d love that

[@karsoncampbelllogginginc]

Thank you for keeping us safe in the safest way possible thank you department of highways

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thank you Karson! We do our best!

[@isaiahbond6188]

Awesome video man!! I'm only a teenager but I've been fascinated with snowplows from a very young age, and am hoping to snowplow one day. Keep up the good work, and God bless.

[@stevenrichards9490]

Don't do it.....for the love of God don't do it. I'm jk but I have had many many 36 48 hr shifts chasing snow. On the other hand I've never made 4 grand in a day doing anything but my income tax lol

[@spudman12382]

I'm 39 and still fascinated with snow plows

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thanks Isaiah! If you love doing something then your not really working just getting paid to play, lol.

[@robertmcgee7969]

Hey youngster.i was infatuated with plowing too.used to wait at my front window at 6 years old waiting.15 when the blizzard of 78 in Boston hit.now I have a dodge hemi 3500 6.4 ltr with a fisher.it’s a blast you’ll get there.aim high.

[@benjaminthomsen1316]

⁠that is my dream to but I am 9

[@russellmcknight7226]

I like the CTV commercial for the ME snow plows,the girl says this ain't no feather duster.Great video.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Yeah, I just seen that. I remember the commercial from years ago with a man saying that.

[@benjaminthomsen1316]

I’m 9 years old and it’s been my dream to be a snow plow driver someday I hope I get a job driving a snow plow truck

[@ducewags]

Thanks for the shows Jim, and the time to make them.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

You're welcome duce!

[@Alex.AL_26]

Excellent video! I have been plowing snow for my local municipality for 3 years and I love it.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

That is awesome! It's fun work but it's not for everyone. Stay safe out there Alex!

[@robertmcgee7969]

Drive these big guys 25 years ago before I went out on my own.these trucks are so nice now.the technology,comfort are so much better.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

You are right Robert! I have seen a big improvement in gear even since I started thirteen years ago.

[@robertmcgee7969]

@@JimHowDigsDirt oh sure.i drove trailer for FedEx for 35 years.the new trucks are so superior..comfort and performance

[@CraigArndt]

I'm with you. People drive in snow with no lights. The daytime lights don't light the tail lights. Nice work!

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Exactly! I've alway get annoyed seeing people driving after dark with no tail lights on. Thanks Craig!

[@cpenhaligon]

Brilliant video Jim keep safe your doing a great 👍 job keeping all the drivers and truckers safe.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thank you, I will. Stay safe out there Goldlocks!

[@timethedirtman]

Def enjoyed the in cab view an watching ya do the controls!!

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thanks Big Tim! If you liked that then I think you'll enjoy my latest video. Thanks for watching!

[@DonaldKing23]

Some of if not The Best plowing videos on KZbin. These plowing videos are My favorite , but I enjoy all of Your videos. Great content.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Glad you like them! I appreciate your kind words!

[@ReaPer_INNOVATIONS]

Keep the videos coming thank you for posting videos it’s very awesome your company allows you to do this

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thank you Kotey! I think they don't mind so much because of all the positive comments and support I get from people like you.

[@laneglarry]

Awesome coverage, great camera coverage, thanks from Ottawa Ont.

[@sventerprize6224]

Keep up the good work Jim, I travel up your way in a work truck now and then. Nice seeing how the roads are kept clear for us.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thanks 👍 Stay safe on the roads!

[@pinkywilliams8063]

Awesome video, Jim.... Thanks so much for sharing please be safe

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thanks, you too Pinky!

[@philrusciano115]

thank you for the job you do!!!

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

My pleasure Phil!

[@Tbird1549]

Thanks for another terrific snowplowing video! Stay safe and stay healthy!

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thank you for watching Tbird!

[@KE8ODY-WV-Ares-Ham-Dad-3O4]

Wiper on these rigs always amaze me how bad they are lol.. Awesome video

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

There is certainly room for improvement! I'd like to see them mounted above the windshield pushing down and outward. Thanks for the comment Mountaineer!

[@fivehigh4718]

yes sir, good videos!!! this weather makes for good NS videos

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Glad you like them! And the storms only seem to come on the weekend this winter, lol.

[@elroysuggen9821]

I see you got a nice yellow check engine light glowing on your dash, those are lovely.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Yes, thanks. I told the mechanic and he told me not to worry about it, he would fix it after the storm.

[@johnqcanadiantoo4174]

Job fair at the Bible Hill depot tomorrow, great video to get an idea of what I'm getting myself into.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Hope you get accepted! Good luck!

[@mikemacmillan778]

Great video, I’m Always weary with locking it out for an icy hill. I always think I’m doing damage to the driveline . I won’t be so worried from now on . Thanks for the lesson

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Just as long as you don't engage the locks when you are spinning then you should be ok! You gotta keep your speed down too. Thanks for watching and stay safe Mike!

[@mikeservais888]

Wow started light and got heavier as you went along. Be safe out there!

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thanks, you too!

[@laura_774]

Jim another great plow. Love the videos and the 360 camera. Hi from Alberta

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thanks Laura! Glad you enjoy the videos!

[@laura_774]

@@JimHowDigsDirt always love them. I just miss being in a truck on the highway. I’m pretty sure I’ve watched everyone of your videos

[@Walshslandscaping]

Thanks for another awesome snowplowing video. Stay safe

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thanks, you too!

[@tomcoughlin9006]

The amount of time that driver is looking at controls is a prime example of why there should always be a wingman.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

IN the old days they used to have a wingman, but I kinda like working by myself! Thanks for watching Tom!

[@justalittleskellyboy_]

Awesome video

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@dougyoak9078]

I worked for the DOH for 23 years I’ve plowed a lot of snow ,be careful out there sir we always run wheel chains here in WV.

[@equipment-enthusiast]

Good job Jim! I finally got to plow some snow myself down in Yorktown, Virginia last weekend.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thanks Allan! Did you have fun plowing?

[@equipment-enthusiast]

@@JimHowDigsDirt it wasn't too bad. I wish we had gotten more snow at one time. The snow has been spread out over 4 consecutive weekends.

[@mikecook8712]

I plowed for years... Watching this gave me PTSD... My God Man be safe .

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Sorry I if it freaked you out Mike, lol. Stay safe my friend!

[@kentpowell5427]

great job - thanks for the video

[@TomE74]

Good Stuff Jim, you almost need a bug deflector on the hood of the truck to create an airstream to keep the snow from hitting the windshield. Might help clear it up a bit.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

I think you might have something there Tom! Great idea! I think I will look into that! Thanks for watching!

[@dominick253]

Don't miss plowing at all! Thank God others do it though.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

LOL I still enjoy it after 12 years. Thanks for watching Dominick!

[@Pstruwing]

Jim, great camera placement. Just wish Mack could make a windshield that melted the snow. Oh your check engine light is on...

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thanks for the comment. The windshield heater doesn't really work that great on the snow plow. The light is out now.

[@hesstonfarmer5014]

Great work! Another awesome video as well!

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@philh8829]

I’d love to live in a place that looked like this year round.

[@timpattydaechsel5988]

Jim , it looks like you almost ran out gas in your Ford pickup on the way to work 😮 Retired now but after nearly 30 winters plowing snow this video sure brought back fond and not so fond memories. Question. Just wondering if you don’t like use the windshield electric defroster ? Or was it just not working ? … I loved the system in the Western Stars that had it, the trucks that didn’t I found it best to turn the heat off the windshield completely and the snow didn’t stick to the windshield nearly as badly ….. I sure enjoyed your video , thanks for taking the time to put it together on a really busy work day 😊

[@lucdallaire9047]

Sorry, im new to this. Will be my first session. My question is why your not wearing antiwind/water fluorescent jacket? ((Here it's mandatory)) outside of that! Great video I really enjoy be able to learn from your video!

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Good question! Orange coveralls is all they supply us with.

[@peanutsmith1462]

I’m so glad I live in south east Alabama we hardly ever see snow

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

You got an extra bedroom? lol Winter sucks and this is the only fun I have!

[@peanutsmith1462]

@@JimHowDigsDirt no I can’t say that I do but that’s to dang cold for me

[@joewood1335]

hoopfully come december ill be doing that applied for NYSDOT, wish the lumber yard i work at payed enough or i wouldve gotten my cdl through them

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

I wish you luck with the NYSDOT!

[@jackseamon7064]

Stay safe out there, so many drivers on the road now that believe since they can see 50 feet ahead of themselves that any other driver can see them without headlights. Not true because dark cars don't show on dark roads and light cars don't show on snow or dry salted roads. Massachusetts had a law to use lights when wipers were on, but cops refused to enforce it because they were getting wet enforcing it!

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thanks Jack! Wipers on, lights on is a great rule of thumb. Here in Canada cars are supposed to have daytime running lights on all the time, but that isn't enforced either. The trouble with daytime running lights is you see people driving around after dark with only them on and no tail lights. Be safe out there!

[@jbss7382]

@JimHowDigsDirt Even though I’m in Great Britain you gotta love the sound of the big Macks. Out of interest why is the yellow engine management light on constantly Thanks

[@moniquepowell9499]

Do all plow guys wave at each other. Is it an obligation? Lol..🤔🤔💪💪💯

[@KumarKush69]

I'm just following that long yellow line

[@oryancurry5482]

Love nova scotia winter this storm the worst Feb 5th

[@brianspurrell3348]

Just wondering if the fuel gauge on your personal truck is working. Looked like it was reading empty. I always worry about pulling moisture when I get that low. Thanks for getting out and keeping our roads clear.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thanks Brian! Yeah, I guess I was overdue for a fill up.

[@rissersmilling]

.I plow with one of the new Mack’s down in hants county and I run the truck in “perf” mode when I’m plowing it acts more like it would if I was shifting the transmission myself seems to work pretty good

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Yeah I do that too. It lets the engine rev a little higher before it shifts gears. Sometimes I run it in manual so I can control when it shifts when plowing up hills. Thanks for the comment and stay safe!

[@TheDagnab]

just curious about why straight salt is used in certain area vs a blend of salt and sand ??

[@northernliving2387]

Jim are you having mechanical issues? Why is the alarm going off? Thanks again for another wonderful video.

[@jameswhite8238]

Great work and video's Jim. What's that audible alarm (beeping) that sounds out in the cab?

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Yes, that alarm sounds when I have the differential locks engaged.

[@jameswhite8238]

@@JimHowDigsDirt Cool, thanks for the reply :-)

[@estan1965]

One of the things I hate the most, the snow that accumulates on the windshield and the wipers.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Yeah, for sure! The wipers would work better if they were mounted on top and pushing down and out away and from the middle of the windshield. Check out my latest video and you'll see where the snow builds up. Thanks for the comment Eddie!

[@WC-rv7fy]

Lol! You are right! When it snows everyone has to get on the road! I work for Jasper county Missouri, and I guarantee 80% of the people up our ass don't need to be on the road when we are plowing.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

I think they get scared that they might get snowed in for days and have to stock up. And the news and weather channels make it sound a lot worse than it is most of the time.

[@dog_house875]

Hello from Moncton

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Thanks for watching Jonny! Cheers fellow maritimer!

[@brianspurrell3348]

Seams like the manufacturers would do a better job with the wiper system on a plow truck. Looks like a huge blind spot in the center and the right side

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

You are quite right Brian! You can really see how it build up in the latest video I just posted.kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6nSlK2am7lpj7c

[@colesivey216]

I like Mack and all but the diff lock engaged alarm is annoying to hear all the time.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

What? I couldn't hear you over the alarm! lol I know what you mean Cole! It's annoying alright!

[@aaronporter955]

That's what I hate about plowing snow. Most folks act like they can't keep their tail at home when the snow comes down. That's how some plows can't do their jobs with more and more folks coming out on the road basically wanting to cause accidents.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Yeah, the snow seems to get people on the road for some reason? Maybe they are heading to the store for storm chips? lol

[@tomvarano3283]

I don’t understand why drivers try to pass snow plows. Today we were heading eastbound with 2 trucks one with a double wing and a winged right. Had front and Left wing down. Right wing at about 2 foot off the ground, lowering as the road will widen out. Seconds truck was blades down front and right. Clearing both lanes. Some knuckle head passed between us then lost control in the snow and went on its side. Now we had to stop. Just don’t try to pass snowplows.

[@dhamma58]

unfortunately, there is a seemingly endless supply of these types....

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Yeah Tom, there are a lot of bad driver out there. I'm glad I plow out in the country!

[@tomvarano3283]

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[@xx5zi]

Do work regular shifts, or are you on-call, Jim?

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

I am signed up for a seventeen week guarantee. That guarantee is for a 90 hour pay every two weeks snow or shine. We are on call for 12 hour shifts, 5 to 5, seven days a week for that period. We alternate shifts every two weeks. Thanks for asking Track!

[@frankmlinehan7271]

Only way we know your location was the fire dept drive by on the way to dot building , Stellerton

[@ralphturner3798]

What was the loud beeping noise that started about 8.14?

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

That was the alarm for the differential lock. I engaged it to get traction on the hill.

[@BDSTV69]

He’s almost out of gas in his pickup

[@nerdgarage]

The last few minutes with the outside views were the best --- or would have been except for the dubbed music and being sped up. Would rather hear the engine and road noise.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

I actually recorded that sped up part by mistake using the time warp setting on my GoPro Max. I am currently working on a real time version of that view and hope to have it ready to post this Sunday. Thanks for watching Nerd G!

[@luismateo9]

Do those front windshield heating elements do you any good?

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

To be honest they aren't as good as I hoped for. They only stay on so long so you always have to be turning them back on. I think heated wiper blades would be a better option.

[@mgreen5207]

Jim is probably like most of asking why people drive out in snowy roads?

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

I hear you John! The season is half over and still no big storms to play in yet. That could change in the next two months tho.

[@mitch1348]

3:53 - you hit the right stalk. What does that do? Change gears?

[@thomaspavelko9412]

It's the engine brake select.. might be different from truck to truck but basically it kind of goes like this From all the way up.. Off 1(lowest) 2 3(highest) It sets the amount of how much engine brake you want to use. That's mostly where it's at with automatic trucks now if you actually have a truck that has a manual in it's usually on the dash and it'll be two switches. On/off 1 2 3

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

NO, that was the boost button for salt on the salt computer. When I push that it puts salt out at a lot higher rate. I use it on turns or intersections or anywhere I think needs a little more material on the road.

[@schneiderexc3557]

What’s on the screen that you keep pushing on the right?

[@ecksdog]

Usually the application rate and speed of spinner for the salting unit.

[@Sara-L]

Plow controls and salt spreader controls.

[@kevinkuhn3042]

salt spreader controls

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

That screen is the computer for the salter. The two outside knobs control the width of my spread left and right, and the middle knob controls the rate of salt going out. The button on the right of the screen I keep pushing turns the salt on wide open for when you want to blast a hill or intersection with more salt. Thanks for asking Schneiderecx!

[@arthursarukhanyan783]

If a street hasn’t been plowed, how do you know where the street even is ?

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

You kinda get a feel for it after a while. It is kinda scary in the beginning tho.

[@TrevDoggTV]

What's with the alarm? What was up?

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

That's to remind you the differential locks are engaged.

[@JimmyDean404]

hows the frame hold up with the salt?

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

With the Epoke Salters the frames don't see much salt as it is being put out the back of the truck. When the salter was in front of the back wheels, it would see a lot more salt getting up in the frame. Thanks Jimmy Dean!

[@Leotheconstructionguy]

Uh oh check engine light on

[@ducewags]

It's a MACK thing on the new ones. All of our new MACK's de-power, shut off, defrosters stop, wippers stop, mirrors don't defrost, or move, drive slips gears and the list goes on. The old Sterlings keep on keeping on non stop.

[@thomaspavelko9412]

Its a Mack,that how you know its working...

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Check engine light was on. I told the mechanic and he said it was nothing serious and would fix it after the storm. Fixed now!

[@larryjones5232]

Jim your almost outta gas

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Had enough to make it to work tho, lol.

[@tannerphillips5303]

Why was the check engine light on?

[@JAMESRS58]

And no mailboxes were injured during the filming of this video :)

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Not this time LOL!

[@nomerc3608]

❤️👍🏻🇺🇸

[@ChrisSanchez-jl5ek]

What settings are you changing on that screen? Do you use an epoke?

[@derricklowe2823]

Does anyone know where this is ? Just curious 🤔.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

This is Pictou County, Nova Scotia.

[@derricklowe2823]

@@JimHowDigsDirt Thank you for replying sir. I thought maybe it was in Wisconsin, but Canada can be just as brutal with snowfall, as I see in this video.

[@moniquepowell9499]

At 20:15 did you have to load your own truck?

[@andrewgriffie4098]

How many miles do u cover

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Good question Andrew! I would say about 75 kms in one direction or 150 if you want to count plowing both sides of the road.

[@terrycormier5492]

Your in snow count us or canada

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Nova Scotia, Canada

[@xaglez-lillill2576]

Great video man but you said December 2022😂🤦

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

My bad! I guess I was getting ahead of myself, lol.

[@alexoutdoors4264]

what songs do you use in the videos

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

That was VooDoo Banjo by Bonepony.

[@alexoutdoors4264]

@@JimHowDigsDirt thank you sir

[@joedoakes8307]

What is the youngest age you can retire with full benefits ?

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

I'm not sure! I guess it depends on how many years of service you have?

[@davidbrenton8299]

guess he does not have a defrost in that truck

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

Yeah, it's on defrost and the heated windshield is on, but it's still not enough to handle all the snow flying off the plow and in the air.

[@cc12300]

December 7, 2022 hasn't gotten here yet

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

I made a BooBoo! lol Shoulda been January 7, 2022

[@dennislang7417]

Even though I greatly praise the snow plow operators there's two jobs I wouldn't prefer to do one is snow plow operator and other is mortician😁

[@thomaspavelko9412]

I've been driving a truck for over twenty years now and the only thing I can figure out is why all of a sudden everybody wants to get out driving around when there's a snowstorm is because nobody figured out how to put a warning label on it yet.. they need that you know. Question: Why are you constantly having to push buttons on that GPS?

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

That is a great idea for the warning labels Thomas! lol The buttons are on the salt computer; it controls the amount of salt I am putting out. Thanks for watching!

[@carteresckelson4614]

Can i get a shout oit on your next video

[@philipsmith881]

No tv show, think back to Pelletier brothers up in Maine. Great company until tv show then they made drama to get views.

[@JimHowDigsDirt]

This is as real as it gets. lol

[@tryduck6993]

Oh that CEL dont affect nofin , Its been on for years , what we need is to install a tuner to boost power way over the normal levels and ignore dash lights...Nope they just install them IDIOT lights just so drivers have backup dash illumination lights. Oh damn why does this POS always break down or have no power..

[@moniquepowell9499]

Pretty dangerous that your always touching the computer for Salter. I noticed half the time your driving your looking and touching it. Very dangerous to be driving a giant plow truck. Should have a 2nd guy in truck for stuff like that