Buying a big wheel loader

Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары

Buying a cat 988b wheel loader, then using it and some other machines to dig out a rocky hill side.
Extra footage: • Moving rock with a tra...
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  • @C.Davidson
    @C.Davidson2 жыл бұрын

    “You see the problem is I keep filling up my land with dozers and loaders so I have to use the dozers and loaders to make more room for my dozers and loaders” 😂😂😂😂😂😂 this guy is a true beauty

  • @1985cjjeeper

    @1985cjjeeper

    2 жыл бұрын

    "Know thyself"

  • @Hugo_Overthere

    @Hugo_Overthere

    2 жыл бұрын

    "I do coke so I can work longer...so I can make more money ...so I can do more coke..."

  • @donaldshulman6771

    @donaldshulman6771

    2 жыл бұрын

    True words of wisdom from Andrew. I could not have said it better myself.

  • @flaviop4737

    @flaviop4737

    2 жыл бұрын

    "I have to buy bigger dozers and loaders to make more room..."

  • @royordway9157

    @royordway9157

    2 жыл бұрын

    The one that I like the best is when he painted something and said, "that look like it was just painted".

  • @kathrynmccluskey3207
    @kathrynmccluskey32072 жыл бұрын

    During the early 70’s I worked as a detail drafter at the Big C in Illinois. Worked for the 988B section. I had no idea how lucky I was to have this opportunity. I was paid the same wages as the guys in my section. This huge wheel loader was only eclipsed by the 992 also built in Aurora. Thanks for showing me how resilient this machine is in 2021. As a 71 year old grandma I am thrilled to see the 988B still in action.

  • @herbemont7627

    @herbemont7627

    2 жыл бұрын

    I worked as a sub contractor in a lime stone quarry, we had a 988B 50W serial number, we kept on hand to build haul roads. At one point, the quarry had bought three new 988F's and all had transmission issues, and they would borrow our B model during repairs. One time, their operator returned our machine and said " I have to downshift into first gear to climb that hill, this thing went right up it in third." She was a beast. We never had to remove the cab to haul ours, we hauled it on a rail, maybe they used a low-boy.

  • @jacobk75

    @jacobk75

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the stories, both of you. It is amazing to see old machinery still working and the fact that how far the technology has come.

  • @gabemiller8650

    @gabemiller8650

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jacobk75 for real, love hearin old stories like that. could listen to them all day to be honest.

  • @AndrewCamarata

    @AndrewCamarata

    2 жыл бұрын

    Very cool

  • @this-is-slammin-549

    @this-is-slammin-549

    2 жыл бұрын

    I worked in Aurora myself. At one time or another I welded every different component to make this machine. Bucket, lift arm, Engine Frame, Non engine frame. Also welded 990 992 and 994

  • @The_Duct_Tape_Engineer
    @The_Duct_Tape_Engineer Жыл бұрын

    Andrew id just like to say thankyou for inspiring me to get into heavy epuipment operation, coming from a performance gas mechanic background i doubted id be able to maintain this kind of equipment as ive never really been around heavy diesel machines, but you have given me the confidence to put myself out there and start farm hand work which has given me the oportunity to operate tractors with hydraulic controls, telehandlers, small loaders and dump trucks, which has now lead to me subcontracting my own little jobs, just a start but its all because of you, much appreciation for the effort you put in and the lessons you teach, keep it up! The world needs more like you.

  • @AndrewCamarata

    @AndrewCamarata

    Жыл бұрын

    That is good. Glad to hear that.

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    You have a talent for making people feel heard and understood.

  • @1144house1
    @1144house12 жыл бұрын

    Andrew has the real life set of equipment we played with as kids. Love the long videos.

  • @tasmanmcmillan1777

    @tasmanmcmillan1777

    2 жыл бұрын

    It’s crazy because that’s a 100k machine in that condition. I’m a heavy diesel mechanic and work on these things.

  • @mtadams2009

    @mtadams2009

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@tasmanmcmillan1777 What would something like that cost new? Thanks take care

  • @tasmanmcmillan1777

    @tasmanmcmillan1777

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@mtadams2009 Depends on the brand and options, but anywhere from 250 to 800k is a safe bet.

  • @mtadams2009

    @mtadams2009

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@tasmanmcmillan1777 Thanks

  • @edbenson98

    @edbenson98

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@tasmanmcmillan1777 What is the cost of a Caterpillar 988B? In the United States a used Caterpillar 988B wheel loader is typically priced between $27,900 and $45,000. Variation in price can be due to a number of factors including age, condition, location, and specifications.

  • @johnhansen189
    @johnhansen1892 жыл бұрын

    YES YES YES - 1 hour and 20 minutes of pure joy. And I havnt even started watching it yet. :) The clip in the B-list was awesome - Ive watched it like 10 times already. I hope this is just as good

  • @emmeyefive7484

    @emmeyefive7484

    2 жыл бұрын

    ha ha enjoy fellow

  • @DRIFTPRO113

    @DRIFTPRO113

    2 жыл бұрын

    my love 1h20

  • @joconnor3567

    @joconnor3567

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is.

  • @Chiang-bo7no

    @Chiang-bo7no

    7 күн бұрын

    Ấ​@@joconnor3567

  • @allusernamesistaken
    @allusernamesistaken2 жыл бұрын

    He has enough heavy equipment to cover the needs of a whole workforce. Yet he's only one man.

  • @adrianspeeder

    @adrianspeeder

    2 жыл бұрын

    I mean it's all nice to have, but if every one of those ran every day, you'd need a shit ton of mechanics.

  • @parker9993

    @parker9993

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@adrianspeeder and a few accountants

  • @cacycribbs
    @cacycribbs2 жыл бұрын

    Watching the progression in size of Andrew’s equipment is so awesome. From the little Komatsu trackhoe and the Bobcat skid steer on wheels, all the way up to the massive loader and trackhoe in this video. Just goes to show you can’t sit around and make excuses, you gotta do what you can with what you got. And then upgrade when the time is right!

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    Your creativity and imagination are boundless.

  • @user-xo7tb2lw3b

    @user-xo7tb2lw3b

    8 ай бұрын

    جج

  • @XjgoJcjci-pc3ez

    @XjgoJcjci-pc3ez

    7 ай бұрын

    😂😂

  • @XjgoJcjci-pc3ez

    @XjgoJcjci-pc3ez

    7 ай бұрын

    😂😂

  • @gavinmartin3833
    @gavinmartin38332 жыл бұрын

    I love the way when Andrew gets a new piece of equipment, it makes that last thing he bought look like the toy that came in the cereal box.

  • @andrewbondurant8513

    @andrewbondurant8513

    2 жыл бұрын

    Like his other wheel loader lol

  • @user-te1ln5us6n

    @user-te1ln5us6n

    Жыл бұрын

    ش هم جج جهه

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    You have an incredible ability to turn challenges into opportunities.

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    You have a way of making people feel validated and appreciated.

  • @InCountry6970
    @InCountry69702 жыл бұрын

    My first thought after the first aerial view, was damn, Andrew has bought a lot of equipment !!!

  • @sirdavidoftor3413

    @sirdavidoftor3413

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same with me… Stay safe, stay sane, be well

  • @MarkWilliams-vp7xw
    @MarkWilliams-vp7xw2 жыл бұрын

    “You can’t move mountains” Andrew: hold my beer

  • @JackMacLupus

    @JackMacLupus

    2 жыл бұрын

    So why do i imagine Andrew speaking to all of his machines: "Can we fix it?" XD

  • @gardenmaintenanceuk7636

    @gardenmaintenanceuk7636

    2 жыл бұрын

    goggle maps needs updating there's a mountain side gone missing............

  • @MedPig

    @MedPig

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’m waiting for Andrew to take up blasting. “Can’t move it with the 988, let’s blow it…” Merriment ensues.

  • @JackMacLupus

    @JackMacLupus

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MedPig Hehe, i think he already mentioned in one of the earlier videos on this hill that he is tempted to blast. XD EDIT: Well, that drilling machine at the end of the video is either for placing anchors into the rocks and add a net so that no small (or big) rocks can fall down, or Andrew wants to drill some holes for explosives. XD

  • @MrChassmith

    @MrChassmith

    2 жыл бұрын

    Next episode will be a BLAST!!!

  • @keatonsparksvideoproductions
    @keatonsparksvideoproductions2 жыл бұрын

    hands down best machine you've bought thanks Andrew for the videos they help me relax when stressed from school and general life

  • @JoeAroner-SIWAYTV
    @JoeAroner-SIWAYTV2 жыл бұрын

    When Andrew first bought the green track loader, he said I’ll use it here and there for big jobs. Now it’s the baby loader in the fleet.

  • @gregorystell6858

    @gregorystell6858

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah but to move that loader will take more than a trailer on the back of a dump truck

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    Your empathy and compassion for others are truly admirable.

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    You have a way of putting complex concepts into simple terms.

  • @badministrator5
    @badministrator52 жыл бұрын

    You know you are in the right place when the guy is smoking a stogie that size! :D Love it Andrew, nice addition to the fleet.

  • @rpujol
    @rpujol2 жыл бұрын

    Just a quick observation Andrew and very important: This tapered style pins with conical bushings at their end for the 988B and 992C, need to be press fitted with a 50 TON force hydraulic press prior to installing the center bolts. This is for pressing and locking the cones good against the pins and the machinined holes. And all should be very clean and without any grease or oil on them. If you only tighten them with the center bolts, they will get loose and damage the pins, bushings and the machined surfaces. Also the center bolts need to be torqued with a reduction torque multipier to CAT specs.Very important on this big loaders as they develop a very big stress on all the pivot joints. This is applicable to all pivot points of the loader linkage. Also, on the lower pins that attach to the bucket, if you installed new pins, they should be filled with oil through the holes provided on the edges of the pins, removing the plugs and installing a special lubrication fitting. These bottom pins are the only oil lubricated and maintenance free. All the rest of the linkage have grease fittings.

  • @billfox8771

    @billfox8771

    2 жыл бұрын

    hope he does not put many hours on it. It could result in some very expensive lessons. This big equipment is not the same as the small stuff...

  • @Helloverlord

    @Helloverlord

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nah, it'll be fine... ... ... ... ... ... 10 days later: " ...this bucket fell off for no reason - they should made it better."

  • @VaporheadATC

    @VaporheadATC

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@billfox8771 I figure once he is done with this small project, he is going to sell it.

  • @frankiefish3632

    @frankiefish3632

    2 жыл бұрын

    after seeing that electrical connection thats the least of his worries

  • @daleolson3506

    @daleolson3506

    2 жыл бұрын

    He won’t listen waste of time.

  • @bolambert6457
    @bolambert64572 жыл бұрын

    This is my favorite kind of video.... plenty of work being done, so when you finish you can see what you've accomplished.Keep up the good work.

  • @stanleykeith6969
    @stanleykeith69692 жыл бұрын

    Andrew , I learn something new every time I watch your video's. I Love how you buy New machines to make more room for New Machines. You are a world of knowledge ! 😎

  • @jmm2000
    @jmm20002 жыл бұрын

    Next time on the Andrew Camarata show: Andrew "So with all the heavy duty machines I've been buying and finding out that neither my dump trucks nor my trailers can haul them in a safe and reliable way, I've decided to purchase this semi tractor and lowboy trailer; it comes with multiple axles; it can be lifted up when traveling empty and it's capable of hauling 120,000 pounds."

  • @danne77sthlm
    @danne77sthlm2 жыл бұрын

    "We are on this job today, were we are going to move half a mountain!" haha, I can hear this in my mind now for a long time, and you are safe as always, Cody, the lab safetyspector is there watching you guys every move! :D

  • @jeffgordon9549

    @jeffgordon9549

    2 жыл бұрын

    He's reinforcing my opinion that he wants his house on top of the mountain so he's going to lower the mountain!

  • @ogmoreboy
    @ogmoreboy2 жыл бұрын

    Brought back some good memories operating Cat 988B & 980 back in the eighties over here in Australia. I notice in some of the comments from workers in the factory at Aurora and you can be proud of the machines you turned out as I believe they set the standard for the rest of the world. I was always happy to operate a Cat!

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    You have a way of making people feel comfortable and at ease.

  • @sswallace1
    @sswallace12 жыл бұрын

    Andrew, you are my favorite guy to watch on all of KZread. Been watching for years. This is one of your "best ever" videos for sure. Two great lines in this video. "Let's see if I can make a road here"! And "Look at this excavator I just bought"! You are the man, Andrew. I can't wait to see that cliff come apart in little pieces!

  • @paulchalk2939

    @paulchalk2939

    2 жыл бұрын

    Here's another one for you - " it would have been cool to notice that! " Hahaha!

  • @earlleelethbridge566

    @earlleelethbridge566

    2 жыл бұрын

    2nd time thru.Great content is worth re-watching. and I got two more in que. Luv it. I hope this inspiration helps me where I want to go at 63 I have another kick or 2 and my admiration for AC is much needed I believe.

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    You have an incredible ability to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    Your comments add value to any discussion.

  • @WildWestGarage
    @WildWestGarage2 жыл бұрын

    The ECM 590 really caught my attention at the end, I spent 12 years of my life maintaining a fleet of 10 of those drills. Thanks Andrew.

  • @AndrewCamarata

    @AndrewCamarata

    2 жыл бұрын

    It drilled 90 holes up there for a blast

  • @WildWestGarage

    @WildWestGarage

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AndrewCamarata That’s a good size shot, and we will want to see that of course.

  • @AWDJRforYouTube

    @AWDJRforYouTube

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AndrewCamarata Mr Zucha say we gotta blast! kzread.info/dash/bejne/eX2ZpK9phqSdY7g.html

  • @AndrewCamarata

    @AndrewCamarata

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@WildWestGarage editing it. It was over 4000lbs of explosive

  • @poplaurentiu4148

    @poplaurentiu4148

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AndrewCamarata Holly cow.. a new year fireworks ? For sure ! We can't wait to see some dinosaur fosils..

  • @hobbybymyself870
    @hobbybymyself8702 жыл бұрын

    Andrew: " I'm going to buy two things. ill be right back. " And almost 100 tons of equepment incoming to the property. fcking hell thats impressive man!

  • @bassfishing71

    @bassfishing71

    2 жыл бұрын

    That’s y my wife doesn’t let me go shopping by myself lol

  • @Harikarikillboy-fs5vl
    @Harikarikillboy-fs5vl Жыл бұрын

    I like how ya buy older equipment no one’s interested in and make them mechanically great machines. Not scared to say ya don’t know, or I made a mistake or to to get your hands dirty snd learn. You’re constantly evolving your skill and knowledge and not scared to take a chance. Love this channel. Favorite on KZread.

  • @jeffreyjones6416
    @jeffreyjones64162 жыл бұрын

    What a machine. I drove one of them on a opencast once . What a powerful machine. On rubber too. It operates like its on track .. you can feel the awesome power when you drive it... I loved the one I operated. Have good fun on it Andrew and be safe

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    You have an incredible ability to turn challenges into opportunities.

  • @egomaniac247
    @egomaniac2472 жыл бұрын

    This dude is amassing a private army of construction equipment lol. So cool to have seen him graduate slowly over the years from a small 1 truck, 1 trailer operation to having a fleet of massive equipment!!

  • @snowblowerman5115

    @snowblowerman5115

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@lukasboscher9674 lol how's it abandoned if it's being used. Yeah some stuff sits around for a while but when you have over 20 peices of equipment it's hard to use all of it regularly

  • @egomaniac247

    @egomaniac247

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@lukasboscher9674 Naw man, that's the beauty of Andrew....he can fix anything :)

  • @ryanlaabs6034

    @ryanlaabs6034

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@lukasboscher9674 he buys worn equipment and fixes it up, you need to watch more of his videos. The man is doing amazing

  • @BlackRiverCo

    @BlackRiverCo

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@lukasboscher9674 I’d say more than half the time something has been sitting in his yard it’ll fire right up, no matter really how long it’s sat there

  • @captainfancypants4933

    @captainfancypants4933

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ryanlaabs6034 ya cuz he gets more money from buying garbage and fixing it on camera then doing jobs in it otherwise he'd buy a new one and be done with it.

  • @CC-gu3ze
    @CC-gu3ze2 жыл бұрын

    Buys 60 ton loader. Immediately picks up something that lifts back wheels off ground. Love this channel

  • @JackMacLupus

    @JackMacLupus

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah i was like: "What? Even the 988 lifts his butt on this? Damn!" XD

  • @mc-dev

    @mc-dev

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'd expect no less

  • @bindukumari4793

    @bindukumari4793

    4 ай бұрын

    V 0p0p​@@mc-dev

  • @nutanpatel3828

    @nutanpatel3828

    4 ай бұрын

    ​@@JackMacLupus😊aa

  • @sanjucoorg8878

    @sanjucoorg8878

    4 ай бұрын

    k​@Jal😂ckMacLupus

  • @donaldclark4350
    @donaldclark43502 жыл бұрын

    You did a great job on trimming the high wall down. I like how you have it laying back on its self should make any inspectors happy.

  • @philstallard2408
    @philstallard24082 жыл бұрын

    Back to your best Andy. Great tunes. Phenomenal amount of work. Pleasure to watch.👍

  • @vinnyhern
    @vinnyhern2 жыл бұрын

    One of the best videos to date in my opinion! This was so good I watch it twice. Its has it all, new equipment, earth moving, quick fixes, rocks falling, Felt like a professional movie, sad to see it end :(

  • @SoupyOatmeal
    @SoupyOatmeal2 жыл бұрын

    Andrew I think you have moved yourself into a new universe of mechanical equipment. I have not watched the video yet but in the first few seconds of this video the piece of equipment simply dwarfs the stuff you currently have. Amazing young man ... simply amazing.

  • @Norweeg

    @Norweeg

    2 жыл бұрын

    A few years from now his property will be a quarry at this rate. 🤣

  • @TONYTHETlGER
    @TONYTHETlGER2 жыл бұрын

    When other people sarcastically say they're "livin' the dream", you my friend, are literally living the dream! I am so inspired by you and your accomplishments.

  • @salmanskippy
    @salmanskippy2 жыл бұрын

    You and your toys Andrew. I not just enjoy but also learn a lot from your videos. Love it buddy! Keep us entertained. From Canada 🇨🇦

  • @sanddan525
    @sanddan5252 жыл бұрын

    What a cliff hanger. The drilling rig shows up, that could only mean that it’s time to BLAST. Can’t wait for the next installment. Keep up the great videos. Best line of the video? Need to buy another loader to make room for another loader.

  • @TheFoxEssence

    @TheFoxEssence

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yay! So stoked. I’m glued wait to see everything.

  • @thaifoodtakeaway

    @thaifoodtakeaway

    2 жыл бұрын

    He did mention in a previous video that he would like to blast that rock. He really meant it!

  • @stevewalston7089

    @stevewalston7089

    2 жыл бұрын

    Could be drilling for placing reinforcement rod too ... but knowing how Andrew works, nah, it's for blasting.

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    You have a way of making people feel comfortable and at ease.

  • @lemagreengreen
    @lemagreengreen2 жыл бұрын

    I love how there's no gentle break in period for a machine Andrew gets, it's straight down to beating the hell out of it 😂 Not in a bad way, machines are made to work.

  • @user-pj9jj7fh3h

    @user-pj9jj7fh3h

    2 жыл бұрын

    Camarata has 2 speeds. Broken and WOT

  • @barbarakujawa320
    @barbarakujawa3202 жыл бұрын

    Just viewed (in awe) the revamp on your trucks springs....OMG, you are the rebirth of HS boys in their late teens working on their cars and pickups within their car clubs back in the 50’s. Always had 4-5 working on cars in the driveway with their club jackets layed out on the grass. Where have all the young men gone. Where has the close companionship gone. What ever happened to auto shop as a class in high school. Thanks for bringing back a blessed time to my aging time through video. 👍💕

  • @richardjones5766
    @richardjones57662 жыл бұрын

    That was a big job! As usual you're a bad ass, now with more hugh machines. Really enjoy watching you work!!

  • @jeffburke463
    @jeffburke4632 жыл бұрын

    As an old coal and surface miner I find myself watching hours of your videos. You have great content, both in maintenance and work. Great stuff Andrew!

  • @hollingsworth01
    @hollingsworth012 жыл бұрын

    It's nice to see Cody growing into his role as a Lab inspector. I've watched so many videos with the IHI CL35 and still going strong!

  • @scottschmitt9251
    @scottschmitt92512 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on the One Million Subscribers. been following you along time. Keep up the GREAT videos. Thank You.

  • @sammymuturi2024
    @sammymuturi20242 жыл бұрын

    I have watched this video non-stop without getting bored.Keep up the work.

  • @sarl2121
    @sarl21212 жыл бұрын

    03:30 - Guy with the big cigar needs to be in movies. "I got machines, all types of machines. Come in all colours, as long as it's yellow."

  • @artemartem1134
    @artemartem11342 жыл бұрын

    Never thought I’d see the day when Andrew refers to the green cat at the “little loader”. Can’t wait for the blast video!

  • @jubjon
    @jubjon2 жыл бұрын

    I had a "68" Pierson "motor yacht" when I was living in Barnegat , N.J. It had 2 monel tanks that were totally loaded up,with algae/crud, usually when I got into some serious wakes in the inlet near the lighthouse was when I got into trouble. I can't begin to tell you what tell you what I did with them after I got them out of the boat, but they still managed to load up (2) huge inline filters in any rough surf. I finally found a truck repair place over by Great Adventure in the pines. They cut the ends out of the round tanks and did what they had to do and sealed them back up. I replaced the fuel lines and filters for the last time on that project. Good to see that you are back rocking it!beginbegin

  • @trentp151
    @trentp1512 жыл бұрын

    Really an amazing production! Very relaxing, with great taste in music too! Runs like an epic adventure movie. From the thrills of the vision being executed, to the working out and solving of difficult mechanical situations, this is great work man!

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    You have a way of making complex ideas easy to understand.

  • @harkbelial

    @harkbelial

    3 ай бұрын

    Music is free KZread

  • @robertnorris1808
    @robertnorris18082 жыл бұрын

    Andrew, you are one of a kind anymore. It's amazing to watch how you do all your repairs and jobs. Some may find your way extreme in some situations but you always end up getting the job done and then on to the next one. Hats off to you Andrew and wishing you and Cody and all your family and friends a safe and happy holiday time. MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

  • @frankkirby5763

    @frankkirby5763

    2 жыл бұрын

    Very well said.

  • @user-pf3fx5xx4b

    @user-pf3fx5xx4b

    2 жыл бұрын

    ضشضشش

  • @Live-Life-Freely
    @Live-Life-Freely2 жыл бұрын

    9:03 "I want to get a little more storage in my yard here, cause the problem is I keep filling it up with loaders, so I need loaders to make more room for loaders." -Andrew Camarata If only we all that that problem. God bless you Andrew!

  • @gnarlyalso
    @gnarlyalso2 жыл бұрын

    Wow...it's like a big sandbox, thanks for posting Andrew!

  • @SavageX125
    @SavageX1252 жыл бұрын

    Have this EXACT same loader at my work. 1986 cat 988B with 32,968 hours on the clock and we have owned it for 15 years. Very good machine just doesn’t do anything very fast but can move ALOT of material with the right guy sitting in the seat. The caliber of your videos Andrew grows by the day, I remember watching you when you had a fraction of what you have today. Very impressive.

  • @AndrewCamarata

    @AndrewCamarata

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think mine has 26,000 hours

  • @SavageX125

    @SavageX125

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AndrewCamarata love it.

  • @dave_in_florida
    @dave_in_florida2 жыл бұрын

    Andrew, this is one of the most amazing videos you have made in the 2 1/2 years that I have followed you. Your great ambition with both the scope of the project and the scale of machinery is awesome! You have take us into another dimension. I was mesmerized as you clawed away at the side of your mountain. Bravo to you - with your new project, can't wait to see the next one!!

  • @TheFoxEssence
    @TheFoxEssence2 жыл бұрын

    I’ve never been so invested in a channel. This sort of thing fascinates me. I love the work Andrew has been doing. Especially on his house and property. I don’t even live this lifestyle. I’m a total city girl but would love to live like this. Idk why.

  • @Acaidia

    @Acaidia

    2 жыл бұрын

    Because its awesome.

  • @rpalmer274

    @rpalmer274

    2 жыл бұрын

    You and me both

  • @TheoSmith249

    @TheoSmith249

    2 жыл бұрын

    Competence, confidence, and loves his dog.

  • @brenttrozelle2224

    @brenttrozelle2224

    2 жыл бұрын

    He needs a better half too! JS

  • @garylaszewski7380

    @garylaszewski7380

    2 жыл бұрын

    I agree there is a fascination with his lifestyle. But he doesnt heat his castle in the winter. I understands he heats his bathroom/shower. Not sure about his bedroom. All the smoke from fixing/running/painting the machinery in his castle goes straight up to his living quarters. He and his dogs get pretty dirty. Its not as pristine as you think. The dogs jump into the front seats of his vehicles all the time with dirty feet. Ive never seen him soap them down so their dirt stays outside. Lots of long hours of dedication. There is recreation, but there is more work than play.

  • @dblood8529
    @dblood85292 жыл бұрын

    This guy probably makes more money on KZread than a lot of guys who have similar channels. Andrew isn’t flashy, doesn’t buy brand new shiny things to entice his viewers. He’s not a commercial trying to sell anything. No click bait title to get you to watch. Not a whole lot of talking. He’s a real guy truly bringing you on a journey. I think this is why his channel is so attractive to viewers. His cinematography is something to appreciated as well. I love this channel, please never change.

  • @miguelramirez1582

    @miguelramirez1582

    Жыл бұрын

    Google "payment plans" for KZread video uploaders. 1M views fetches about 40K in a particular time frame ,, say perhaps 1 year

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    You have a way of making even the most mundane tasks seem interesting.

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    You have a unique perspective that adds so much value to any discussion.

  • @digdugdonkey8237
    @digdugdonkey82372 жыл бұрын

    Thats a hell of a machine! Wish i could get behind the wheel of that lol. Thanks for all the videos man, this is by far my favorite channel on youtube. Merry christmas/happy holidays to you and your family.

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    Your creativity and innovation are truly inspiring.

  • @michael7423
    @michael74232 жыл бұрын

    I watched all the digging first then this notification came up, what a great Christmas gift! Two video’s from my favorite YouTubian creator!!! I’m hoping we get more about the track loader, it really was the work horse of this job thanks to its superior traction! Merry Christmas to you Andrew and all your loyal subscribers, everyone please stay safe and keep well, merry Christmas 🎄

  • @douglasmcwhirter9572
    @douglasmcwhirter95722 жыл бұрын

    With all the equipment that you are acquiring Andrew, you should start looking for a portable rock crusher and dirt screen. Start crushing the boulders into gravel and use the materials for road beds.

  • @bmw535igangsta

    @bmw535igangsta

    2 жыл бұрын

    Also having onsite fuel to take advantage of lower rates fil machines a 500gal tank or whatever

  • @BRICEN18

    @BRICEN18

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bmw535igangsta you must not of watched him filling that hitachi up after the cleaning the tank. He had a big tank in his shop on a skid.

  • @gheice_modelism

    @gheice_modelism

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’ve been thinking that since the start of the video.

  • @darrinrussell3526

    @darrinrussell3526

    2 жыл бұрын

    He has multiple dirt screens for his skid steers.

  • @chipmiller9074
    @chipmiller90742 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed watching your excavation work on the home property project can't wait to see what you were drilling last clip and the final progression of the yard and new driveway

  • @cuttheknot4781

    @cuttheknot4781

    2 жыл бұрын

    Dynamite placement obviously.

  • @jduce818
    @jduce8182 жыл бұрын

    Super impressive that you know how to do all of that , I was wondering how you afforded all of this until I seen the complexities of what it took to operate and maintain all of that equipment then it dawned on me how talented you are and it all made sense .

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    Your creativity and innovation are truly inspiring.

  • @MrGoesBoom
    @MrGoesBoom2 жыл бұрын

    Man that opening shot...heavy machinery heaven there EDIT: Huh 48:22 I honestly didn't think the ends of the containers making up the castle could open anymore, figured they'd be welded shut. Also considering how much I spend on gas just for my car, I shudder to think what your fuel bill is for running all this awesome machinery

  • @joconnor3567

    @joconnor3567

    2 жыл бұрын

    I thought it was AC’s equipment yard.

  • @nils1953

    @nils1953

    2 жыл бұрын

    The man bought 2 heavy machines in one video, both worth 40-70k... I think the tire change for the one wheel loader was more expensive than fuel for these machines

  • @KyrenDarrow
    @KyrenDarrow2 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoy these longer videos, it was a blast to watch this series and I cant wait for your next installment with the drill that looked like it was going to be a good video. Keep up the great content we will be watching.

  • @Yuna-sz3cl

    @Yuna-sz3cl

    2 жыл бұрын

    -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 💋 Aishite.Tokyo/Tatsuhisha?Heavy-Sex 💋 I Will Accompany, And Make You Happy💋🥰 KZread: This is fine Someone: Says "heck" KZread: Be gone #однако #я #люблю #таких #рыбаков #Интересно #забавно #девушка #смешная #垃圾 #ライブ配信の再編ありがとうです!#この日のライブ配信は、#かならりやばかったですね!1#万人を超える人が見ていたもんね(笑)#やっぱり人参最高!#まさかのカメラ切り忘れでやら1かしたのもドキドキでした!#今後は気を付けないとね5). . !💖🖤❤#今後は気をライブ配信の再編ありがとうです!#この日のライブ配信は、#1万人を超える人が見ていたも ん(#笑)#やっぱり人参最高!#まさかのカメラ切り忘れでやら1かしたのもドキドキでした #今後は気をライブ配信の再編ありがとうです!( #笑)#垃圾

  • @netautorisationnetautorisa545

    @netautorisationnetautorisa545

    2 жыл бұрын

    *THIS IS NR 2*

  • @Unlovable

    @Unlovable

    2 жыл бұрын

    A guy named 'Dark' stole your comment to redirect people to his channel and get subscribers. He does this by buying verified (with checkmark) accounts which causes his comment to flow to the top of the comment section even an when he was an hour later. You will see channels with generic names doing this in the comment section of all the big channels. Buy verified channel> steal comments > get to the top of comment section because verified > get likes > people check the channel out because verified > grow channel > sell channel with hundreds of thousands subs.

  • @zackcox3752
    @zackcox3752 Жыл бұрын

    I like his style. Humble and practical.

  • @cwwiss1
    @cwwiss1 Жыл бұрын

    love the way you improvise.

  • @frankbever1788
    @frankbever17882 жыл бұрын

    I can still remember the excitement I felt as a 26 year old operator, removing the plastic off of the seat of the brand new 988B that the company I worked for had purchased. The look on your face probably resembles the one on my face that day. Congratulations on your purchase, and enjoy the power.

  • @AndrewCamarata

    @AndrewCamarata

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @Northern_Farmer

    @Northern_Farmer

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AndrewCamarata hey Andrew..do you have a link for your camera stick...that thing is cool

  • @AndrewCamarata

    @AndrewCamarata

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Northern_Farmer GoPro max

  • @Northern_Farmer

    @Northern_Farmer

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AndrewCamarata oh ok...thanks

  • @djamelhamdia134
    @djamelhamdia1342 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Andrew for making my day even better!

  • @jamesireland9188

    @jamesireland9188

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@sexygirls3166 enough with the bullshit

  • @1STGeneral

    @1STGeneral

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jamesireland9188 Just click on the 3 dots and report them her he it

  • @anthonydefreitas6006

    @anthonydefreitas6006

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jamesireland9188 If you see crap like that report it

  • @jeandupont9140

    @jeandupont9140

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@1STGeneral I've posted dozens of them on Andrew's channel (here) and that doesn't seem to make them go away except to be true.

  • @jeandupont9140

    @jeandupont9140

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@anthonydefreitas6006 I've posted dozens of them on Andrew's channel (here) and that doesn't seem to make them go away except to be true.

  • @JasonStevenson72
    @JasonStevenson728 ай бұрын

    I continue to be amazed by the get it done attitude Andrew has. The stuff on the cliff in that "little" green dozer was sketchy. He's braver than I am... Amazing video.

  • @jdelbrid
    @jdelbrid2 жыл бұрын

    Seeing all the different layers of soil, rocks, soil, rocks, etc., is quite interesting. Don't know anything about geology but this looks like a great place to learn.

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    Your comments are a testament to your intelligence and creativity.

  • @erikrunas226
    @erikrunas2262 жыл бұрын

    The drone footage at the beginning is foreshadowing Andrew's equipment yard in 5 years. Love this channel.

  • @jdelbrid

    @jdelbrid

    2 жыл бұрын

    My thoughts were quite similar. Loaded with loaders.

  • @jeffreyjones6416

    @jeffreyjones6416

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can't have enough awesome machines

  • @JanDreier-HH

    @JanDreier-HH

    2 жыл бұрын

    I am afraid you are on point... :)

  • @2dronetek2

    @2dronetek2

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're probably not wrong..

  • @user-no1hs3st7g

    @user-no1hs3st7g

    2 жыл бұрын

    And I fell out of the hug ... and what are they planning to build there? What are the excavations?

  • @kurtwerner4258
    @kurtwerner42582 жыл бұрын

    I was just thinking, when did he get that giant loader, well there ya go!

  • @Ashramint

    @Ashramint

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same..🤣

  • @dontneedone990

    @dontneedone990

    2 жыл бұрын

    was thinking the exact same thing. even looked around for a video

  • @nistursrtpor7974

    @nistursrtpor7974

    Ай бұрын

    ​@@Ashramint😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤😊❤❤❤

  • @danielmarshall4587
    @danielmarshall45872 жыл бұрын

    Glorious vid thank you for your time and effort.

  • @arthuralzamora7331
    @arthuralzamora733110 ай бұрын

    Great informative video, looking forward to roof build! Thanks again

  • @chazzyb8660
    @chazzyb86602 жыл бұрын

    I remember when your green Cat seemed pretty huge. But you out-beasted it by a few. But I guess the new storage/garage expanded twice during the project…

  • @CerebralAilment

    @CerebralAilment

    2 жыл бұрын

    Right! I was thinking that earlier watching this. That green cat seemed like a monster, and then seeing it next to the stuff he has lately, it seem's like yard equipment. Still puts in the work tho, glad he took it out on this job!

  • @felixs6587
    @felixs65872 жыл бұрын

    I really love to see you stepping up your game from year to year. enjoy watching all your videos. keep that awesome stuff going please! :)

  • @MrGentleNick
    @MrGentleNick Жыл бұрын

    I watch your videos, and are great. I am from England, . From the 60s, we had a Sand and gravel Quarry, then a limestone quarry. We lived in NW England, manufactured concrete bricks, from which Lancaster University was mostly build. Seeing you get a loader brought back memories as we had Michigan ones. Back then, each scoop was 12 tons (UK). No idea who built the excavators, but as a kid, helped dad service and repair them as you do with yours. I used to have to work harder than his employees, as I bet you had you with yous, so no privilege and I was at school with most on the children of his employees. Since then, I have had many careers, using engineering, computing, diving and IT and communications. I miss all, but know I work for my Government and though poor pay, it is beneficial to many people. Poor pay, but great colleagues and managers and little stress as close to retirement age. I cannot see myself retiring or being made redundant. Nor wealthy LOL, but I love it. Really glad you have found your vocation at a young age and are prosperous.

  • @kevingreen8649
    @kevingreen86492 жыл бұрын

    I love watching Andrews videos, I have been a heavy equipment operator for 45 years and I can still learn something from him.

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    You have a talent for making people feel heard and understood.

  • @dieseldork6
    @dieseldork62 жыл бұрын

    This is the best channel on KZread! Been a subscriber from the beginning and have been loving it ever since!

  • @florentdeloche2338

    @florentdeloche2338

    2 жыл бұрын

    Vous avez tout à fait raison

  • @richardnott9587
    @richardnott95872 жыл бұрын

    Nice to see different pieces of equipment tackling the same project to see the difference on how effective they are. Also nice to see you stop a project to do maintenance instead of powering on through.

  • @Just_in_time_outdoors
    @Just_in_time_outdoors Жыл бұрын

    We Love the long videos . Hell we Love ❤️ em all. Yeah nice job on replacing tire on loader. Next time you'll know better. You rock Andrew

  • @eddiejordan7061
    @eddiejordan70612 жыл бұрын

    Hi Andrew, to me , this is one of the most stress relieving videos I have watched.

  • @christopheronyx8049
    @christopheronyx80492 жыл бұрын

    hehehe I giggled when y'all set the cab down with the door open. Then with movie magic...it was shut :D Love your videos man!!! THANK YOU

  • @geoffrey6000
    @geoffrey60002 жыл бұрын

    I thoroughly enjoyed this video Andrew, seeing you work on your yard is more interesting than a lot of the jobs!

  • @ironaggies
    @ironaggies2 жыл бұрын

    Love the long videos, great work you got going on.

  • @Gugyto
    @Gugyto2 жыл бұрын

    One best channel on youtube! Pure joy to watch it! I wish you a festive Christmas season and success in 2022. Greetings from the Czech republic 8)

  • @timothyjerry2455
    @timothyjerry24552 жыл бұрын

    Andrew is a master of the land, always improving everything he touches🇺🇸

  • @richardthomas1743
    @richardthomas17432 жыл бұрын

    47:50 , Do NOT take out that filter ! It is better to have a clogged filter instead of clogged injectors!

  • @celeron55

    @celeron55

    2 жыл бұрын

    It needs a bigger filter that won't clog instantly.

  • @Far2hip
    @Far2hip2 жыл бұрын

    You really kick the shit out of your equipment. So it’s a pretty good testament on how proper maintenance keeps these units running and working properly. Great to watch!! 👍🏻😎👍🏻

  • @dergzillavidz
    @dergzillavidz2 жыл бұрын

    It seems like you've been buying a ton of equipment lately, I'm glad to see your business and youtube have been going so well! congrats Andrew.

  • @booboo3161

    @booboo3161

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@williamgrey7422 Those are still assets he could liquidate, which is most likely a half million.

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    Your dedication to your personal and professional growth is truly inspiring.

  • @discoverykai1547

    @discoverykai1547

    Жыл бұрын

    Your comments are always so thoughtfully worded.

  • @KolipakaSorojana

    @KolipakaSorojana

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@booboo3161d E

  • @haroonali8240

    @haroonali8240

    7 ай бұрын

    😮Mbeki KP Ĺl😅h

  • @greggmcclelland8430
    @greggmcclelland84302 жыл бұрын

    It takes a good operator to run a 988 without spinning the wheels. It looked like the guy running was having difficulty at first. You have to crowd the bucket as soon as you hit the pile to create downforce on the tires so they don't spin. It was pretty muddy, so that may have something to do with it. Also, the wheel loader with a steering wheel and transmission neutralizer pedal is a little harder to load than the newer ones that have a variable torque converter that lets you vary the wheel torque from 100% down to 25% with the left pedal, while providing more hydraulic power to the boom and bucket. Also, with the 988F, the steering wheel changed to a Stic steer on the left arm rest with pushbutton gearshift on the Stick control. But a ton of work can be done with this wheel loader. I can't wait to see what Andrew buys next. Its so fun.

  • @poplaurentiu4148

    @poplaurentiu4148

    2 жыл бұрын

    Them rear tires were too bold on it maybe that is why was spinning so much.. Andrew might need to replace those as well specially if he is going to keep this new toy a few years.. Otherwise i fully agree, the progress is fantastic i can't wait to see more..

  • @dyer2cycle

    @dyer2cycle

    2 жыл бұрын

    ..speaking of spinning wheels, I noticed right away the rear tires on this beast were Wayyy beyond bald, toast actually...I'd hate to have to pay someone to change those tires, much less buy them!... :0

  • @martberg1618
    @martberg16182 жыл бұрын

    When I see 1 hour plus videos on other channels I follow I figure I can get through them in a few days. When I see a 1 plus hour video on Andrew's channel I go get the popcorn and relax. Truly enjoy every bit on content he shares. Thanks sir!

  • @1STGeneral

    @1STGeneral

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm a salsa sour cream and green chilies with chips on anything over an hour guy

  • @savage-goose
    @savage-goose2 жыл бұрын

    Dude... the detail in 5K is nuts. Awesome video.

  • @btphelps
    @btphelps2 жыл бұрын

    Now I know why I like your channel so much: what I fantasized about doing as a kid in my backyard, you're doing for real in your backyard.

  • @RubenKelevra
    @RubenKelevra2 жыл бұрын

    31:56 I love how comically small large machinery can look, next to larger machinery :D

  • @davidcatlette9697

    @davidcatlette9697

    2 жыл бұрын

    He’s got a 988 needs a 931 just for chits a jiggles

  • @russellsmith3825
    @russellsmith38252 жыл бұрын

    I hope you read this, could save you a ton of money, years ago I worked for Foley Caterpillar in Wichita and had to go out on a field repair on a 988, it was custom specced with a truck torque converter and maybe a different transmission for loading stock piles, they later were trying to dig with it and burned up the tranny. Check your serial number and make sure this isn't the case with your loader before you break something very very expensive.

  • @rolioYT
    @rolioYT Жыл бұрын

    One thing I have learned about Andrew's video titles is that the the title can be misleading in respect that there is often tons of additional content included. I looked at this one's title and thought, 'How long does it take to buy a loader? surely not an hour and twenty minutes!' There is so much more than just buying it, as the old saying goes, Don't judge a book by looking at it's cover! Great video Andrew, thank you. Posting this from Cheshire England.

  • @richardvenables9333
    @richardvenables93332 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video 📹, thanks for sharing 👍 looking forward to next 1

  • @lorengolliher2712
    @lorengolliher27122 жыл бұрын

    And I'm completely excited two videos in one day I was enjoyed to see what you're up to see what kind of equipment you're working on or using enjoy your videos very much

  • @bostedtap8399
    @bostedtap83992 жыл бұрын

    Title is a massive understatement Andrew, absolutely brilliant video, and fantastic work 👏. One of your best videos, as said by many. Thanks for sharing.

  • @farmerjoebrown2189
    @farmerjoebrown21892 жыл бұрын

    Cant ever have too much heavy equipment! Love it! Funny how for a second i thought the intro was his new place 🤣

  • @django1364
    @django13642 жыл бұрын

    Andrew, I recently found out some trivial things about you..lol we are one day apart on our birthdays and you are 21yrs younger, now I understand why I have always felt connected and why I loved all the things you do on your channel, Great stuff keep them coming, happy holiday to you and the family

  • @BJJSubArtist
    @BJJSubArtist2 жыл бұрын

    Two videos in one day, heck yeah. Thank you, Andrew!

  • @Rockport1911
    @Rockport19112 жыл бұрын

    11:20 who else was screaming " to watch the door"? :) Nice machine This could be the video with the most machines of yours working on the same project :)

  • @yosraalhwiti8325

    @yosraalhwiti8325

    2 жыл бұрын

    ١

  • @jameypayne6748

    @jameypayne6748

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah he stopped the video to pick it back up and shut the door lol

  • @stetsonator
    @stetsonator2 жыл бұрын

    Hard-rock drill at the end means we could be blasting some rock! You never cease to amaze me!

  • @davidkyle5017
    @davidkyle50172 жыл бұрын

    Happy Holidays Andy, all the best for the New Year.

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