I've become increasingly convinced over the last 20 years that a Skid steer is the Most useful piece of equipment ever developed for ground work that doesn't involve moving mountains. They are just extremely versatile and the number of attachments made for them just keeps growing.

@timregan1005

2 жыл бұрын

after watching AC and his many attachments, it would seem the majority are somewhat garbage design/too weak

@queasyislander0274

2 жыл бұрын

@@timregan1005 not even close

@MRBenchwork

2 жыл бұрын

@@timregan1005 Most of the attachments he's seen "testing" on this channel are sent to him by the manufacture. I don't recall where I heard him talking about it (a podcast I think) but he flat out refuses to do any product reviews unless he's able to give his unfiltered opinion on the product. I genuinely respect that even if I occasionally disagree.

@wfemp_4730

2 жыл бұрын

@@timregan1005 It might seem that some of those attachments are used beyond their designed capabilities.

@XLR8RRICK

2 жыл бұрын

@@MRBenchwork I agree and if they send a crappy product Andrew would crush it with the dozer.

Have missed the regular content. So glad to see you back doing what you do. Looking forward to videos on the new property.

@theusconstitution1776

2 жыл бұрын

GOTTA BE A CON…….

@ofrimashiah2

2 жыл бұрын

@@theusconstitution1776 did you message them? They messaged me too...

@dave_in_florida

2 жыл бұрын

eager to see Andrew work on his new property and clear out the dead man's curve

Holy Cow nice to see you back, Andrew

@mattcrick2156

2 жыл бұрын

Holy toledo, who would win a fight out of Andrew and Chuck Norris?

Nothing like a good old Andrew Camarata time lapse, got to be my favorite part of the video

I was mind blown when i saw you use Uniforest grapple. This is a local company where i live. It is located in Slovenia. They make some nice forestry equipment. So cool to see you use a piece of equipment that is made near by where i live.

That attachment looks like the perfect tool for positioning large rocks for rock features/walls etc.

@TheDJjems

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly i was thinking 🤔

Blue blends in with the ground so much. Cody is doin a great job training him to stay safe and out of the way of the machines!

@brianhume4743

2 жыл бұрын

I noticed how he blends in with the background just saying from up north UK 🇬🇧

Grapple bucket definitely allows you more lift capacity and better traction as the skid steer stays flatter on the tracks. Grapple attachment seems like it would be good for selective cleaning in forested areas.

@MRBenchwork

2 жыл бұрын

I think it would be a brilliant attachment for a mini excavator

@MrCrabs231

2 жыл бұрын

@@MRBenchwork They make them for mini excavators, cotontop3 uses one over on his channel, though his seems like a really heavy duty brand. They've been used on mini's for a while by people doing smaller tree work. Small grapples like this definitely have a niche. not just on mini's, but skid steers and tractors too. I think the mini would definitely handle one the best, but the if distance you're moving them is very far then it might not be as good of an option because of how slow they are.

@amosbackstrom5366

2 жыл бұрын

They work really well for dragging whole trees through tight spots and feeding a chipper. We have a mini skid with a grapple attachment and it's a perfect setup for residential tree work. With the grapple bucket you have to cut all the logs to fit through the gate, with the attachment you just drag them behind you as long as you want. It all depends on what you're doing, for wide open land clearing nothing beats a full sized skid with a grapple bucket.

Lost a guy who was carrying a spar straight on with the same set up. Hit a bump and the log dug into the ground and sent it into his chest. Try to keep it off center while driving straight when possible

@MrC9Oh3

2 жыл бұрын

wow.. that would be horrible

@TheHomePros6221

2 жыл бұрын

Very good tip

@Cous1nJack

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHomePros6221 it was the tip that got him.

@kschleic9053

2 жыл бұрын

definitely agreed... this feels like an attachment that should be used with a strong cage door.

@Treehandler

2 жыл бұрын

@@kschleic9053 agreed, best to use this in reverse which obviously has its limitations or in a tree care application where you are feeding a chipper. I could see a homeowner using it to hold logs for bucking firewood.

Amazing to watch how quickly Andrew gets familiar with a new tool and becomes more and more efficient with its use in a short span of time! (Of course this is a condensed version, but still it's a short time) And well done in cleaning out the forest! Great video and a fun to watch it.

@scratchbuiltdozer

2 жыл бұрын

He got it when there’s snow on the ground and at the end of the video the trees are green. Probably around 6 months as it’s now June and that is a long time to learn a piece of equipment.

andrew you are the best, thank you for my camarata fix. i look at you working up on top of your mountain and i see another big container castle and shop . a beautiful long road up the mountain so you can get cement trucks up the road . i look at your videos and dream of the things you do. how beautiful your castle would be up there. and god what a great video that would make. thank you andrew . please keep them coming .

@E.lectricityNorth

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah! Ditto

@dave_in_florida

2 жыл бұрын

he got to work on that road upwards first. gotta flatten out that dead man's curve

@CranialAccess

2 жыл бұрын

Andrew told me privately he has no intention of building another container structure on his new property.

It's nice to see the TL 12 working at it's best cause I don't think the small TL 10 would be able to handle that Grapple so well. Nice to see what looks like a brand new Husqvarna chain saw.

Love these videos, just showing how things get done, no drama, no controversy, no politics, no shilling for likes, subscribes, and bell notifications, what a breath of fresh air, thanks.

Andrew, that's an awesome attachment👍👍👍👍👍 Thanks for sharing it😺🤗🐺

Love the new pup! Great to see your dogs every episode. Your love for them is so heart-warming.

Definably awesome on the back on a tractor. Used a grapple like that on a mowi 400 3 point hitch crane for years. Get a big front weight and fixed stabilizer legs that go up/down using the 3 point hitch and combine it with a farming/log trailer on a tractor with a swivel seat.

Andrew, part of what makes your videos so compelling is not just what equipment you have, but how good you are at using it. Love your work ethic, too! Love the channel!

A capable accessory for the skid steer under the control of a master skilled operator. A joy to watch, almost like a well oiled machine working together - man and his equipment. Andrew is truly a master at machines. I am glad to see new content We missed you Andrew!

I was thinking that in the beginning, the tool you were using before was more practical but awesome video its interesting to see all these attachments that normal people dont know about .. its like an interesting science show where theres new experiments with new gadgets

That rake/grapple bucket does everything! I think it’s a top 3 accessory for a skid steer.

I have had a 40hp skid steer for 25 years and it is the most useful item on the farm for everyday use. Hate to be without it. Love a 60 or 70 hp one.

Can’t get enough of your videos ❤️

It's great to see you working, you have some great skills and a whole lot of common sense. Keep up the good work and always be careful 👍☮️🇺🇲

Looks like it would be very useful for building rock walls.

@jerryferguson5461

2 жыл бұрын

Forks are perfect for building boulder walls.

@Hard_Right

2 жыл бұрын

No, not precise enough

@mitchio83

2 жыл бұрын

@@jerryferguson5461 The spinning feature is key to getting ideal placement.

@ronsmith1364

2 жыл бұрын

The height & precision spin/place function seems capable for that use if needed. There is a lot of stockpile at the castle from the blasting. Need structure/wall ideas now.

@jerryferguson5461

2 жыл бұрын

@@Hard_Right perhaps no, not talented enough.

Andrew I have to agree with you as far as the root grapple, as far as the other grapple you have for the skid steer is better for the jobs you have up there, than the root grapple, and also think it would be better served on the back of Tractor. Great video Andrew, and good to see you again.

@327JohnnySS

2 жыл бұрын

When you go to A⚡C's channel hit on playlist/Unlisted B videos. For more content. I hope that this helps his fanbase to find more content. Enjoy ✌

Excellent video! The best way to use the new style grapple is a version that mounts on an excavator. That way you create a small yarder for cleanup, transporting, and stacking. On my category 2 tractor, I have a skidding winch that is a great way to skid and then transport logs. You have the ultimate way to skid out big logs. Your new place is looking great!

Awesome work ! There's other brand of log grapple that come with a winch , tree pusher , telescopic boom , dozer blade and a saw in a all in one package

Ten minutes and you had that thing figured out. It's always fun to watch a master at his craft.

Thanks for the video Andrew, especially the comparisons of the new and the old and being honest with what u would prefer.

You have me convinced. Never thought one of those grapples would replace the grapple rake. Thanks.

Love seeing the snow!! It’s HOTT the next two days in Florida!! Great work Andrew!

@GsL2I0B0R0A

2 жыл бұрын

Damm I kno. Here in Texas it’s been in in the triple digits lately 🥵🥵😓

@concretecat

2 жыл бұрын

@@GsL2I0B0R0A our “feels like” temp has been over 100° and that humidity sure is no joke. Stay safe friend!

@GsL2I0B0R0A

2 жыл бұрын

@@concretecat thx have a wonderful summer remember to keep hydrated during these times 💪🏼

Dear Mr. Camarata. I absolutely love your fantastic dogs. 💚. Best regards, luck and health to all of you.

Gotta love a good ole root grapple or a demo bucket very handy, I do see a purpose for a log grapple though many saw mill operators use them on a mini skid steer to move logs around the saw mill

@timgoodliffe

2 жыл бұрын

andrew has a log skidder tho lol

@TheHomePros6221

2 жыл бұрын

@@timgoodliffe he has prob every attachment ever made 🤣

Good comparison if the two. Thanks for all you efforts.

Glad to see more protective gear, when you get old like me, you will be glad you wore it. It is love that wants you protected.

i love watching all the vids. Lets see more of your pretty little helper too. She does fantastic camera work also. You are lucky. You guys are a great team. I have a feeling she is pretty good at opperating some of the equipment too.

@Hard_Right

2 жыл бұрын

God you people are weird

ThankYou Andrew you got a Videographer finally I know but it’s better than moving a tripod all the time no it’s your choice but glad to see your back . Yeah I agree that new grappler is good for cutting firewood and stacking logs Thank you Andrew for letting me come along and watch you do what you do best

@davidspilman531

2 жыл бұрын

Andrew I’m not quite sure what to do I texted you on telegram but I’m not sure if I’m doing it right I’m not a young gun like you and don’t know all the new stuff like Telegram please explain to me I tried one when you first sent the telegram thing out guess I didn’t get through to you sorry

Andrew. ...Who do I GIVE MY thanks today. ....your father. ...happy father's day....he taught you well. ...& you are my IDOL...WISH YOU GOOD HEALTH....GOD BLESS. ...

Glad to see another new video I watch lots of KZread and without a doubt yours are my favorite I wish you would post more when you can you do so many different things and it’s always interesting, God Bless and stay safe

The new property is looking great. Can't wait to see it get a mini container castle!

This channel is like the adventures of The Roadrunner and how a delivery from ACME would help change a plan!

Great demo’s, your videos are always a pleasure

The man. The myth. The legend.

Glad to see you making videos again.

Handy dandy! Having a skid steer opens a world of attachment possibilities.

Andrew I enjoy your videos always those skid steer loaders are very impressive the Takeuchi you own seem to be very versatile and powerful machines, you also have a nice variety of attachments for them too very useful.

Wow !! That is a awesome demonstration of both tools ! Thank You both:)) From a French Canadian🇨🇦 Fan:). 🍻

That new device works great for logging in a dense forest or a small property where a Skidder could on fit,or would be too damaging to the property. But like you demonstrated, "The CLAW", just performs perfectly....

You always come up with interesting attachments

That tracker loder makes the job so easy 👌 👏 👍. Kind regards from London UK 🇬🇧

Makes sense you don't have to get out and chain them anymore, great new tool, Andrew,

By far my favorite channel on KZread

Always so interesting, informative, fun & entertaining... Excellent video work and editing, and now a female helper?... Nice! Really appreciate all your good work Andrew... Thank you!

great job as allways ! you could think about laying down some field flower seeds like in the plot in the end of the video. It will help the pollinators in your area and then more birds will come with time. Keep making awsome videos.

Thank you for showing us that not everything is gloom and doom. Hard work deals with good times as well as bad times. Congratulations for posting a new video.

These skid steers have so many attachments for different tasks. Really like that about them

Love the videos. Wish you would post more

@327JohnnySS

2 жыл бұрын

Go to his channel and hit playlist, then hit Unlisted B videos for more content. 👍 like this kzread.info/dash/bejne/aZuqy9OuZLyZo5c.html

great addition to accessories in lumber work . now if you found a second hand chipper , you could grind and fire the chips back for trail or just compost assistances. Spring clean ...check ...summer clean and gather fire wood ...check . Great job.

It’s always enjoying watching someone else play with a new toy😎😁

I love how you use your KZread money for all these fun toys! Awesome job as always!

Andrew, you are like a back yard mechanic Batman, you get the neatest toys!

perfect way to end the night thanks for the upload.

The grappler for the win, love that attachment. Great video pal, some of the best entertainment on YT. Cheers!

Andrew, love your videos! Please keep em coming

I’ve mostly seen those kind of grapples on mini excavators. They’re great for building rock walls!

That has a lot of exposed fittings at the top of the grapple. I used a prentice 120 to build tons of rock / bolder retaining walls. The grapple is handy for flipping and rotating the rock into position. Try to find an old forwarder, I think you would have a million uses for it.

Interesting to see you using a product of my local company. Greetings from Slovenia!

never pines for patreon, does not act or yell like a fool..observes all safety rules..keeps all equipment in top form, and has the ability to imagine great ideas into reality..best content provider on YT..

I have one of those little later duties for a 763 bobcat they're nice they do some serious picking up thanks for sharing

That tl12 is an absolute beast of a machine!

I agree Andrew. That grapple has one purpose and thats it. That grapple bucket on the other hand is awesome.

good to see you Andrew miss you and your videos. best wishes always

You could make a video pulling weeds by hand and I’m sure it would still get a million views. The content you provide is always entertaining. Please keep up the great work.

I'm glad you come to the same conclusion I did. We've seen you use that demo grapple for just about everything. This log lifter is too much of a one trick pony to be useful. Great video as always, thank you.

@mitchio83

2 жыл бұрын

The one advantage i see is it can grab logs long ways so you can haul them out between tight trees. Grapple bucket cant really do that without dragging them in the reverse.

Made my day seeing you agan keep up the great work skid steers are they most universal tool out there isn't it. Looking forward to seeing another episode of The Adventures of Andrew and Friends

The man with all the toys does it again! Thanks for the video!

Blue is such a good dog, much more calm then Cody at the same age! The land seems a bit damp, would make a awesome irrigation or drive way video, but I'm sure all of that is in the making 😉

At last a upload from my favorite u tube channel….. thanks Andrew. 😎

Excellent combo ! j'étais septique au début de la vidéo mais très vite Andrew a trouvé ses marques avec son engin TL12 passe-partout et cette pince à bois ! Pas besoin de débusqueur destructeur ! Andrew ? Mets un pantalon de coupe de bucheron !!! Merci pour tes vidéos fantastiques ! Passe de bêles journées :)

Missed your videos, still find yours to be the most interesting.Wondering when you will start your new building construction.

I started watching this video 52 seconds after it was posted. I thought "finally Ill be the first to watch and give a like" 104 people already liked this video when I clicked on it. 52 seconds! Like your videos man.

Trees quake at the roots when Andrew is prowling the woods. Well done, carry on.

Alright!!!!! Another video! Great as always Andrew!!!!!!

Awesome little grapple!

Love your style the photography it is amazing!!!!🔴🫢🤫

Loved the video, love the way You describe to the everyday joe like me why you prefer one over the other and agree with you the older one seems better for what you are doing, you a

Been seeing fewer and fewer videos over time, hope everything is going good! cant wait for more!

We have a bobcat mt100 mini track loader at work. It has a Ryan equipment log/brush grapple on it and it’s great for going into peoples yards without tearing the grass up or driving through wet or uneven terrain

Nice addition works well by the looks of it.

Encore, Encore!! That was fun to watch, thanks. I watch those forestry mulchers on a skid steer and they leave a carpet of fine mulch on the ground and they can take an acre of land in no time. I'd love to see you have one but your area always seems to have a ton of rocks that are visible and I don't know how well that might keep up with a forestry mulcher. 11:45 pm in Ohio. Air alerts going on and I have to stay indoors. You should find a section of land and build a few cabin rentals. Someone could sleep, built a fire in a pit and literally get away for the peace and quiet.

Hmm.. i think that will be useful for retaining wall out of rocks or stonewalls, you can twist and turn and it is not stiff so it easy to use with your bobcat/skidsteer if you don’t have your excavator on site. Fun to see all your videos!! 🚜👍🏻🇸🇪

Thanks for the video, always educational.

That thing on your skid steer is a beast Andrew!

Just watched a couple old videos of yours,missed ya. Boom you post a new one thanks.

One good thing about your mountain top is you don't need to worry about overhead power lines or buried utilities. That looks so fun.

Looks like a constant battle to keep the roads clear and driveable in those mountains.

Good to see you back. I don't think the equipment is living up to expectations.

That grapple is a nice add on and will come in handy at some point

great show Andrew. Imagine having an articulating arm with a chain saw at the end of it on the side of the skid steer !

Amazing work - Great video right up to the MUSIC.