That guy was smart to reach out. Lots of good marketing.

@wojohowitz5432

Ай бұрын

Great observation. It is such a breath of fresh air to see Mark display his knowledge and respect for his customers AND the products he represents. Class Act right there.

I hope Avant knows what a great employee they have in Mark. That man knows his stuff. Very informative.

Mike, thanks for recording this conversation. These are some of my favorite videos because I end up learning so much new information.

That is my brother Marc. I have known him my whole life and he still impressed me with his knowledge. So cool to see him on your Channel.

Mike you bring back so many memories. i sold the hydraulic bent tube assemblies, Hose, fittings and attachment quick connects. My family owned a rubber hose plant and we made hand built rubber hose from 2"Id to 72"ID up to 50 ft long. The concrete hose we made had rubber lined steel nipples with flanged, Victaulic, or beaded ends for chemicals and abrasive materials. When the swage machines grew in Id sizes, hose mfg started making spiraled hose in long lengths and cutting them to the size that was needed. If you look at a hose that looks like it has markings ( like a barbershop sign at 16 second point in video), It is from the tape being wrapped in a spiral method to pull the tube, reinforcement and cover together before going into the autoclave for curing. A funny note most of our Oil suction and discharge hose that was used to unload an ocean tanker or river barge came with a sun resistant cover. All we did was use cotton tape instead of nylon to wrap the cover. It broke up the sun rays hitting the cover. Made us a few extra dollars. Parker Hannifin now owns our hose plant in Salisbury NC. sorry to keep commenting but I thought you might find this interesting.

The rep found you quick! Love the video.

Mark's a superb rep. Superb.

Holding the business end of that concrete pumper hose is no joke.

@hpw59

Ай бұрын

That would be a good place to use his mini excavator for holding the hose

Thanks for the update on the AVANT! After your last video, I googled it and went to the website. Someone else called it a swiss army knife - true! I'm just a retired hobbyist, and not generating income with machines, so it's a little out of my price range. Still, I could always rent one for a day/week like you're doing. Can't wait to see what else you use it for.

That was very informative and that guy Mark knows his machines. Thanks for sharing. Mike you always outdo your last information video. Keep them coming.

I just love how you research things, and do the math. That is a remarkable machine. With all the roads you maintain, and the projects Levi or other family may want done in the future, couldn't you keep the skid steer? I guess you could rent one, but you've got a terrific machine in that track loader. You definitely can get your money back w the Avant. Another nice video this morning, as always. Thanks for sharing.👍🚜❤️🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸

@nctplarry

Ай бұрын

Agree 100%! And, frankly, I think Avant would be not just smart, but doggone BRILLIANT, if they let Mike have one of these big machines for a 2-year loaner program like the Kubota tractors. Without a doubt, Avant would get a level of user-based advertising that they cannot possibly provide in any other way. I'll bet their investment in giving Mike a "loaner" for a couple of years would generate more sales such that the sales income would eclipse the cost of their loaning one to Mike. Shoot! I'll bet Mike could even carry one on a trailer to some of the shows he attends and generate a whale of a bunch of interest from expo-goers. Seems like a slam-dunk to me.

Nice machine. Looks like a real Swiss Army knife!

Bet Tom was pumped about this.And both of you guys are experiencing learning curves as practice makes perfect.But these specialized machines are back savers as well as time savers.

Just proves you never know who is watching your videos. Great to have people to come on and cover more. Thank you for sharing the information.

Nice slump coming out of that hose

Starting to see these replacing skid steers in municipalities. Far more visibility, easier on tires, far more versatility.

The concrete pump attachment, was a neat setup. The AVANT…it was Very informative with great details . I think he will get some major sales… after people hear everything on this video.

Excellent follow up video on the Avant!!! Great vid!

Outstanding episode on both new pieces of equipment. Avant has a nice product line. Even have a chipper attachment.👍👍👍

Great video. Tom has a lot to "experience/learn" but should get the best of pumping if he chooses. Retired contractor, pumped concrete since pumps were invented. Love the Avant machines and can see one in your future. Much more useful than a dump truck at this point. Pick up a used dump if necessary. Invest in the Avant. Thanks for the good content.

Nice piece of equipment. Tell him to fashion a blowout cap to clean those hoses with compressed air. Easy to make and it’ll make clean up alot faster. Also needs to cut the metal end off of the discharge hose for safety. If air gets introduced into the line it can cause a hose whip and that metal end becomes deadly really quickly. Good stuff.

@davidmorse8432

Ай бұрын

Good point!

Definitely be a good alternative for very difficult small pours, possibly not all of the time,

hi there real good demo/walk and talk .nice machine , great show , best to all john

Great job Mike with the avant rep.

Wow All in one machine 🤗🤗🤗

Good Morning !Thank You for showing me the IBC totes. tip is to use 1/2 inch pipe wrap and zip ties on the cut framework to prevent clothes and body parts being damaged. the bladders cut in half make great elevated garden planters.

That concrete pump is nice once you figure it all out. The rep from Avant explained a lot of good stuff about that loader which really makes it appealing. But I don't think I could ever be without my skid steer after running them for over 50 years.

@ronallen6578

Ай бұрын

I truly didn't think Tom was all that impressed. Just my opinion. Time will tell. Why not rent the pumper and let the customer pay for it??

I wish more companies would invest the same amount of engineering into their products.

Mike, great video. I believe you would benefit from the Avant 860i in your equipment inventory. Lots to learn on that dude! Thanks for sharing. Oh and I am an avid metal detectorist too, just like Mark.

I must say mike that is an awesome machine 👏. For our 5 acre property here in North western Canada I think this would suit us wayyyy more than a skid steer. Thank you for renting it and showing it to the rest of us. Just phenomenal 👏 😎

I suspected their corporate guys would be in touch quickly when they saw the opportunity you were giving them.

@richardpedersen9189

Ай бұрын

Just good business!!! 😉

Nice of them to reach out, they will probably sell a handful of machines on your channel. Take care.

Oh yeah. I can see one in my future.

Wow, talk about being informed. That fellow knows Avant machines inside & out in his sleep. Hes definitely the right one to be touring and answering questions or reaching new owners how to use them. The only thing I didn't hear is the pride of a well optioned largest model like you rented there.I can't imagine the word cheap or inexpensive would explain the price. What an addition to your arsenal of machines, though. I seen the black stripes on the sides so tell them you want orange stripes on the side to match the rest of the machines you have.

Hello! 😊 Many thanks to Mark for pointing out some of the intricacies of the Avant machine. With an articulated machine that has the cab on the front axle, one has to be very aware of what the rear portion of the machine is doing. Most articulated loaders have the cab attached to the rear portion of the machine so this is less of a problem.

@HallnoutMhall

Ай бұрын

Good morning David

@badcat4707

Ай бұрын

Good morning David 😸😺

@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans

Ай бұрын

Hows David today, what do you think of that concrete pumper? Tom isn't sure

@davidmorse8432

Ай бұрын

​@@OutdoorsWithTheMorgansA concrete pump without a boom is very labor intensive and has limited application. Tom could have run some soupie mix concrete thru the hose before he attempted a reverse clean and maybe it would have sucked the pig back. I think he will only use this pump when there is no other practical option, like pouring concrete inside a building. One needs to keep in mind that pumping concrete reduces the slump by around an inch at the discharge because of heat due to friction inside the hose. So 5 inch slump in, results in 4 inch slump out from by my personal experience.

Hi Mike, I will have to watch Tom's video to see how he likes that concrete pumper. Mark is definitely knowledgeable about this product and attachments, seems like a solid machine.

Well that is awesome that a factory rep came out and talked about the machine. I was wondering about an adapter plate especially for someone like yourself Mike with all the attachments you have

I rented one of these for a weekend a few years ago. I loved it.

If I was Avant, I would make the hydraulic adapter and skid steer adapters loss leaders or at least low cost options on new machines. The proprietary connections are going to turn away certain people who have a lot of attachments already. Don't make the mistake John Deere made with their proprietary attachments and then have outside vendors charge an arm and a leg for an adapter.

Looks like a very versatile machine, as well as a great addition to your tool belt.

Absolutely a great video...I was on the end of my seat listening...sign me up hahahaha WTG Mike

Well done !!

Good morning 🌞 Mike and Melissa 😁👍🏼

@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans

Ай бұрын

Good morning!

Thank you for the video.

Very knowledgable guy this was very interesting to listen to👍

Great informative episode.

Great info.

Very good video thanks for stopping by,my brother has run these where he works and keeps saying this thing has over 200 attachments, unbelievable and they love it

Very informative, neat machine.

5/7/24...big Wow on that Avant articulated wheeled loader with...dozens of attachments. Thought it was an Italian made but no..Finland 🇫🇮..by a dairy farmer 55 years ago! Wow! Am not aware of many HD equipment machines comming from 🇫🇮 Finland, but this one, with sooo many attachments...looks like a winner! Much enjoyed this video today Mike...starting with Tom Hause & that cc pumping machine attached to his CAT skid steer. Hope Tom gets his hose jammed up with cc all cleared/cleaned out! He really does need a pumper but think it's gotta be a more HD unit via your very hilly geography. Thx again for today's equipment review. ✅️👍💪⚙️🚜😊

@richardpedersen9189

Ай бұрын

Damn smart those Scandihoovins! 🤣

Great video!

Very interesting video thanks for keeping us updated on new equipment

Another great info video Mike.

Awesome machine and looking forward to more videos of it working!

Looks like a great machine

Just back from a long stay in Florida ... glad to be back home. I can see i missed a number of video's and have a lot of catching up to do. This was a very informative review and it's amazing the thought and features that went into this design. Great machine for sure :)

It just look good too. Strong

Interesting video…Looks like a neat machine 😊

Pretty cool machine Mike! Interesting video. 👍❤️

very good presintation. thank you . hope they leave one with you . god bless go hunter go.

That gentleman was very knowledgeable about that product, I think Mike is sold

Morning Mike, and just, it is almost noon.... late getting on the tablet... beautiful day in Ontario..... enjoy your Tuesday... Pete 🇨🇦

@davidmorse8432

Ай бұрын

Hi Pete, Wondering when you would show up.

@peteatthefarm4459

Ай бұрын

​@@davidmorse8432afternoon David.... enjoying the sunshine, rainy the next few days.... heading out to cut more lawn.....

Awesome Video!! Thank You!! Keep Smiling On!!😅👍👊❤️

Very cool thank you for sharing awesome information enjoy your day

Great walk through!

Mike, great video.... great machine... versatility is amazing

Outstanding

VERY INFORMATIVE THANKS FOR INFO

Real interesting machine. I really like the extendable boom and the non cdl hauling weight. I’d like to see you give it a really good work out.

I saw the pump and thought you might be putting in a Pool. I and my family have been in the development/construction industry for as long as I remember. We use concrete/gunite pumps for tie beams and pools. Anyway. Enjoy your videos. Terry&ThePirates South Florida

Pretty nice machine. Definitely see the use in municipality situation's. Ill be watching

Always good videos, but I really enjoyed this one! Very informative, and, I want one!!!😄😄

Nice rig!

EXCELLENT, Mike!! Just flat excellent! 'Nuff sed!

Excellent mike 😊

I've pumped a LOT of concrete and never seen anything like that. It was probably about a 1 inch slump. Kind of stiff but needed for the open bottom of the forms.... well done.

Great video my friend.. very informative and interesting

Very informative!

very informative video pretty cool dude and that machine is pretty slick

Good stuff Mike 👍

Good morning everyone

Good stuff Mike!

When I was a young man I had lots of seat time in the big Cat wheel loaders. I noticed that the AVANT is like the old Huff loaders of my day. On the Cat the operator rode with the engine. On the Huff you rode with the bucket. After years of riding with the engine getting on one that you rode with the bucket, made for some very awkward things to happen.

Good morning from NB Canada.

@badcat4707

Ай бұрын

Good morning from Montreal 😸😺

@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans

Ай бұрын

Morning!

I LOVE IT , IT'S ABSOLUTELY AWESOME STUFF. WOW, NOW I KNOW

NICE!! 👍

That Avant is WAY above my pay grade - lol. I'll stick with my wheelbarrow. :)

Ya gotta get one Mike!

Good morning Morgans and friends.

@badcat4707

Ай бұрын

Good morning friend 😸😺

@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans

Ай бұрын

Good morning!

@HallnoutMhall

Ай бұрын

Good morning Brothers

YOU GUY'S JUST SAVED MY CONCRETE WORK... TOO BAD I DIDN'T KNOW SOONER FOR THIS PAST TIME.

Cool

As soon as I seen the pumper my first thought was how do you clean the hose. the same thing Tom said when you started interviewing him. He'll figure it out and make it efficient as possible. AVANT machine is cool. Like you I think the Hydraulic and electrical line connection system is really cool. Just give it some time, some one will come out with a conversion kit for all machines who have that type of connection.

I have to say Mike, that Avant is a Swiss army knife of a machine. Sounds like they've thought of every permutation, but if you go to them with request, they're innovative enough to develop something to add to the inventory. Very impressive implement.

Mike,I’m sure 👍 that you’ll be fine with what you already know about equipment but it doesn’t hurt having someone else filling you in about other stuff 😮😊❤

Nice machine.

Sure beats a wheelbarrow brigade!

Mike - Turf tires are best for snow traction because the tread pattern has the highest lateral sipe density among the tire types that would be used on this type of machine.

You finally got a machine with a 4 in 1 bucket

GOOOOOOD MAAAAAAAAWNIN EVERYONE!!…Nice review Mike. Looking forward to watching you use the heck out of it this week. Poor Melissa much be cringing 😬….first a camera lens & now THIS 😂😂 Great seeing Tom & the crew too with the new concrete pumper. I’ll go check his channel to see his review of it. Thanks again for sharing Have a day HELLOOOO Hunter 😁

@badcat4707

Ай бұрын

Good morning Jack 😸😺

@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans

Ай бұрын

Hi Jack!

@jacklachman5304

Ай бұрын

@@badcat4707MAAAAAAAAWNIN BADCAT

@badcat4707

Ай бұрын

@@jacklachman5304 /👍🙏😹😸

Lots of rain in Southern Indiana last few days….farmers having trouble getting crops in the ground.