Pullstart 59,722 #1 Posted June 11, 2020 So I have many people ask me if I can do such and such work. Many times, I say yes... though I haven’t actually done that work. I’ve operated numerous pieces of hydraulic equipment over the years and have always wanted to get into the big stuff. I had a call, asking to clear a few acres of land. Cleanup is not necessary, just piled off to the edges will work. Sounds like I’ll be in the seat of a 104 hp JD 650K Dozer/Ripper in the next week. To say I’m excited... is an understatement! 7 6 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,722 #3 Posted June 11, 2020 Equipment is on the way, I start tomorrow! 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tractorhead 8,611 #4 Posted June 11, 2020 Cool, nice Toy‘s for the Boy‘s... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,722 #5 Posted June 11, 2020 I’m sure it’s not this pretty, but it’ll be my responsibility for a week! 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,619 #6 Posted June 11, 2020 Just like getting paid for seat time on a WH,only better! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bottjernat1 2,189 #8 Posted June 11, 2020 Better read the manuals. LOL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 9,975 #9 Posted June 11, 2020 I know I needn't say this, but don't forget the photo's. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,147 #10 Posted June 11, 2020 Cabs...A/C 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clueless 2,898 #11 Posted June 11, 2020 Kev, 30 years ago when my brother cleared his 5 acres he used an excavator and a Kamatsu dozer. He was a supervisor for a large road company and he and the owner were and still are good friends. So the owner let him use the equipment during their two week Christmas break. Anyway he gave me a quick down and dirty lesson on the dozer and off I went, he was pulling up trees and brush and I was pushing it into big plies, and filling the holes in. Still one of the best four days of my life . I told him this is the job I want, he said first couple of years are fun after 20, not do much. Enjoy It. 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,046 #12 Posted June 11, 2020 (edited) Just remember you should not wear flip flops when operating big boy toys. Edited June 11, 2020 by elcamino/wheelhorse 1 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 9,975 #13 Posted June 11, 2020 (edited) 2 hours ago, pullstart said: Anyone else noticed what it says in that add? Build Your Own. Kevin will have his tape measure, note book and pencil with him no doubt. Edited June 11, 2020 by Stormin 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,619 #14 Posted June 11, 2020 (edited) Caution.If you think WHs are addictive they don't compare to the grab from any dozer.This is my son running the one i grew up around.Over fifty-five years in the same family. Edited June 11, 2020 by JAinVA 4 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tractorhead 8,611 #15 Posted June 11, 2020 I had several moons ago (in 2008) the chance, to „play“ few day’s with a Liebherr 752 Dozer. Funny nice Toy. i loved it‘s Sound. Simply directed with a Joystic and brutforce movement. That was Fun pure. btw. an urgent advice i like to give you, Ask them urgently how to release and fix the Backrest if you must ride over a slope. move it away from your back !!! - Just in case you wanna Safe your Teeths - 😎 a close selfmade experience. Have a lot of Fun. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,546 #17 Posted June 11, 2020 I’m so jealous! Many years ago when I was an electrician I was asked by a landscaper if I would move topsoil with a Bobcat for a weekend for cash under the table. For some reason he thought I was experienced with skid steers, I didn’t tell him I could barely spell Bobcat let alone run one ! But I figured it out pretty quick and the property was level so flipping it wasn’t an issue and it turned out to be the best 12 hours ever!!! 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,929 #18 Posted June 11, 2020 GO BIG OR GO HOME! 3 2 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,040 #19 Posted June 11, 2020 Even tho it is a deere I am sure it will be fun 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 24,131 #20 Posted June 11, 2020 So...Instead of giving your new FEL a workout and a chance to show her true qualities you go to the dark side...? Oh the shame... Have fun!!! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,682 #21 Posted June 11, 2020 9 hours ago, pullstart said: Dozer/Ripper in the next week. Didn't see the ripper in the video, you will need that for the roots won't you. In the aftermath of Hurricane Andrew a coworker's house was beyond repair because it had been grandfathered in and didn't meet new setback standards. He rented a Bobcat and a couple of dumpsters and several of us took turns seeing who could bite off the biggest chunk of the building. That was a fun weekend. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,722 #22 Posted June 12, 2020 50 minutes ago, 953 nut said: Didn't see the ripper in the video, you will need that for the roots won't you. In the aftermath of Hurricane Andrew a coworker's house was beyond repair because it had been grandfathered in and didn't meet new setback standards. He rented a Bobcat and a couple of dumpsters and several of us took turns seeing who could bite off the biggest chunk of the building. That was a fun weekend. It Was supposed to have a ripper, I will work with what I have though... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,722 #23 Posted June 12, 2020 3 hours ago, squonk said: GO BIG OR GO HOME! wow, move 6-10 yards and not even grunt those Detroits! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,722 #24 Posted June 12, 2020 Best. Day. At work. Ever. 2 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #25 Posted June 12, 2020 Hearing protection? 2 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
