For a 'worn out' machine that's possibly the cleanest cab I've ever seen on an excavator!

@springfield03sniper

Жыл бұрын

My worn out excavator…shows a 345B that looks almost brand new…lol gotta love him

@fordnut4914

Жыл бұрын

Dudes kind of a clown tbh.

@Ran-dom1

Жыл бұрын

@@fordnut4914 ur names ford nut, found on road dead.

@bhean7747

Жыл бұрын

See what happens when you look arfter your machines

@scottmartin6594

Жыл бұрын

@@springfield03sniper it's been repainted for sure. I can see lots of imperfections. The machine likely has quite a few hours on it.

It's amazing how far battery operated tools have come! As a contractor for over 35 years, I've seen the changes up close and personal...That Milwaukee impact is A BEAST!

@bonnorbassidy8198

Жыл бұрын

Their the best

@s0nnyburnett

Жыл бұрын

until the battery runs out

@davidskiffington7039

Жыл бұрын

@@s0nnyburnett as compared to an air tool that the compressor could never run out of gas?

@teamidris

Жыл бұрын

Same, it was a Ford diesel site compressor from the 70’s running a one inch air gun when I was in my late teens :o)

@olddave4833

Жыл бұрын

I can remember when I could stall a plug in Eletric impact. .late 60s.

Just so everyone understands, those are 12-16k a piece tires.

@KT3406E

Жыл бұрын

They are a little over $10k right now.

@Furdranger

Жыл бұрын

@@KT3406E what did you pay for the truck out of curiosity

@eddiearndt1949

Жыл бұрын

Wow. I’ll never complain about buying tires for a Honda Civic ever again lol

@alfadoofus

Жыл бұрын

@@KT3406E What a bargain 👍

@Bierrr

Жыл бұрын

Why are they so expensive? besides the obvious?

Very clever how that counter weight comes off. Nvr seen that done before. TY.

@drdwgmd14

Жыл бұрын

now, why did he remove it? what happens if it tips while he is next to it? wild that small of a piece weighs so much, what element is it if so dense, not just steel i am sure? anyone? thanks

@jd5997

Жыл бұрын

@@drdwgmd14 he took it off to trailer it to another site, the lighter you are, the easier (and cheaper) it is to permit. And it could be lead, but likely it is steel, just hard to see a good scale to reference to.

@williamstamper442

Жыл бұрын

Won't tip without the counterweight... Unless you reach the boom out all the way. If you do so the tip is very controllable and fun. Ask me how I know. Same is true with forklifts. I've driven forklifts without counterweights that were ready for the local roundy round track with all that weight removed. Thing is traction becomes a huge problem and stopping can cause a 2 foot high endo.. just sayin'. Playing with big equipment can be fun!

@williamstamper442

Жыл бұрын

@@jd5997 counterweights are made of this weird mixture of scrap steel and a form of concrete. You run into bits of steel almost everytime you sand down a counterweight for paint.

Being under that counter weight made me clench up a little. That’s a neat system though.

@TMWNN78

Жыл бұрын

same seems super dicey

@st_us

Жыл бұрын

Wait till you watch his other Videos, standing under an engine unbolting the oil Pan, while the engine is being lifted by a forklift and chains. He's crazy, that's why we all keep coming back here.

@chunkychambers1530

Жыл бұрын

@@st_us my favorite video is the one with the truck burnout that lights the backhoe on fire

@mongoblazingsaddles9440

Жыл бұрын

I know of several people being killed removing them that way, at Cat dealerships. This dummy should read the manual.

@tomball7681

Жыл бұрын

@@chunkychambers1530 fuck that shit

the skill you possess is amazing, and paired with your dry sense of humor is friggin awesome. always look forward to a new video 👍

@mongoblazingsaddles9440

Жыл бұрын

He's a moron. There is a procedure to remove that counterweight safely and this isn't it. Several people have been killed removing them that way.

That one legged Canadian guy is probably all types of excited hearing that kitty purr

He's a good ol' boy with incredible knowledge on CAT machines and engines. 100% some of my favorite content on KZread.

@mongoblazingsaddles9440

Жыл бұрын

Except that he isn't. The way he did it there has killed several people at Caterpillar dealerships. Read the service manual, it's there for a reason.

@hankclingingsmith8707

Жыл бұрын

It's all in books. All you got to do is read

@bht4361

Жыл бұрын

@@mongoblazingsaddles9440 Guess you need to come out with a video and show how to "properly" do it.

@russellv6234

Жыл бұрын

@@bht4361 Why is this always the response of the dumbest people. Are you so stupid that you need a video to see the right way to do it. The fucking blocks have a 1inch square drive in them. You just use an extension and turn them.. why is making a video a requirement of knowing the correct way to do something. I'm not a helicopter pilot but I still know why Kobe is dead. Stupid dumbfuck.

@TheGuitar1962

Жыл бұрын

I was working on one of my pieces of shit today. Chrome socket on my new 1” Milwaukee impact and damn sure didn’t have no safety glasses on. First dryer belt I ever changed. 😅 Love your videos.

My dad was born and raised in the ozark’s of Missouri along with the hundred or so relation that still lives there. Everytime I watch your videos reminds me of visiting them. Always fixing, trading and giving it hell.

Hell yeah! More KT is what we want

No idea what that counter weight remover option costs new but it’s worth every penny if the machine will be transported.

This counter weight is about 17,000 pounds. After they got all the bolts out I think I’ll crawl under it.

@FishFind3000

Жыл бұрын

At least it’s a quick death

@John-B-Goodenough

Жыл бұрын

Not a huge deal. It would be quick

@_AlejandroGonzalez_

Жыл бұрын

It made me anxious watching that

@paulprigge1209

Жыл бұрын

@@John-B-Goodenough That’s not the issue! It is the people that have to lift that thing to remove his body. Lol! First responders don’t get enough credit for what they do

Another amazing video! Thanks! I don't care if you're doing something that you think is boring as hell and you've done it before, I want to see it!

@cliby25

Жыл бұрын

yes I totally agree with u. same here.. his channel is one the best out there. and funny enough he has his followers

Never seen a counterweight removed. Thank you much for sharing 👍

I’d never get under that counterweight without some sort of safety stand! 17,000lbs is life ending sir.

@danielmeyer403

Жыл бұрын

Exactly what jumped out at me. You're crazy to get underneath there without safety cribbing.

@midway27272727

Жыл бұрын

it would be a fast way to go.

@ThatToast

Жыл бұрын

Whats life without the occasional threat of death

@deconteesawyer5758

Жыл бұрын

He was wearing those Pakistani safety sandals.

@ryanw724

Жыл бұрын

@@deconteesawyer5758 😆

You found a diamond in the rough that the cleanest 345b I’ve ever seen

Im a simple man. I see a KT3406E video, I click the like button before even watching.

The only complaint about this channel, you don’t upload enough

Just went back and watched the video of the old tour bus running into a tree and boy did that make my day. I loved it

@diesellivesmatter

Жыл бұрын

Time for a replay

Always look forward to your videos. Keep it up !

@jboy7339

Жыл бұрын

He’s a very smart serious individual 👍

@dougschmitii6165

Жыл бұрын

The videos are worth the waiting time between!

Hard to believe that just the bucket can weigh almost 5000'lbs. The machine burns more fuel just moving it'self than the dang dirt

Wow that engine had a pretty crappie spot on it lol 😂 thanks for sharing buddy

For folks interested in earthmoving equipment but aren't in the industry, these are fun videos to watch! I appreciate your time taken to record and explain! Very cool! Thank you!

Those tires are legit! Those friggin’ raccoons will poop on anything.

man which you posted more often.however I still appreciate that you even post when you do

This guy is so damn cool he's chill laid back unlike all the other youtubers who like to show off what they got and the look at me attitude whis he would post more

@Engineer9736

Жыл бұрын

I think you're generalizing "the other youtubers" quite much, underestimating how many youtubers there are... millions of them. Ron Pratt, Andrew Camarata, etc.. all similar heavy equipment and chill people.

You upload some of the best original content videos on this platform. Keep on Keeping on.

Oh wow, it was incredible to see how that weight comes off like that, awesome. Also WOW that Milwaukee gun is insane and only powered by a single battery!

@mongoblazingsaddles9440

Жыл бұрын

That's how you take it off if you want to get killed. He should read the service manual.

@Arker57

Жыл бұрын

@@mongoblazingsaddles9440 going under the counter weight to turn the tabs great

@matthewbeasley7765

Жыл бұрын

@@Arker57 I haven't seen the manual, but that part made me cringe! The only thing holding it up is the cylinder and a broken hose or seal and it's 17,600lbs of smash hammer. Then again, look how many people use excavators as a crane, and walk under the elevated bucket to connect and disconnect loads.

@isatntt

Жыл бұрын

@@Arker57 how exactly do you turn it then?

@matthewromano8801

Жыл бұрын

And he wasn't even using the big M18 battery that comes with the electric chainsaw setup.

Cool how that machine has it's own counterweight removal hoist. Walking below the counterweight is slightly suicidal IMO, weak chain and your a bloody pancake...

@thephantom1492

Жыл бұрын

There is a square hole, maybe that there is a tool for it? Like a T bar with the square end... I do not think that OSHA aprove going under that counterweight to turn the blocks...

I always enjoy these vids. Your no-nonsense approach to making videos is the best. I just watched a guy use a machette on some grass around his cat equipment to show how he was in the middle of nowhere, and theres just so much stupid stuff out there, its nice to have a no BS guy. Whistlin diesel cant get out of bed without causing some kind of toxic twitter nightmare, and HeavyD Sparks acts super dramatic, almost as if he can't wait to get home after work and get a manicure with the boys

@paulthesoundguy1

Жыл бұрын

Arnt you simply a bitch who complains about stupid stuff…..

@Alexanderbuilds2001

Жыл бұрын

?

@alfadoofus

Жыл бұрын

There are other heavy equipment folks on YT . depends on what type of entertainment or information you are looking for. I sub to a few you can check my page in the subs list.

@bobber5534

Жыл бұрын

I agree, some KZread posters are drama queens.

@BluTechEquipment

Жыл бұрын

Check out TekamoHD as well. We put out content weekly geared towards to heavy equipment industry.

Man, love your videos. Thanks for taking the time to make and post them, keep 'em coming.

Dam he’s back

That joystick looks just like the 5 speed shifter in my old Corolla

I love watching your vids, I spent 26 years in the motor trade, spent 10 + years as a truck driver so there is a slight connection for me 👌🏻👌🏻

This channel is a gem.

That motor has got to be worth a pretty penny also, It sounds very nice.

I admire your knowledge on these Cats.. Sharp move on the tyres. Best from the UK

Wow! Never knew that was a weight and could come off like that! Sweet set up!

I really appreciate your time making these videos. I know it's a lot of work and takes a lot of time out of your day to do so. I have watched everyone of them since the very beginning and have learned so much about Cat, Diesel engines, and heavy equipment. Thanks so much for sharing and keep up the great work and please stay safe and healthy!😎👍

Good deal on the tires definitely saved you some money

Thanks for bringing us along! Much appreciated!

Pretty amazing how powerful hydraulic fluid is with that Counterweight.

Welcome Back!!

Awesome! Need more videos more often! Enjoyed the content!

Thank you for sharing this; I've seen it done once or twice but never with any of the details.

Wow, that is super cool, I had no idea. Stored in my big brain for the future.

I can only imagine what the lechate tank on a machine that sucks from the dump smells like

@KT3406E

Жыл бұрын

Zero smell. It had been sitting for a year or two with no use.

@rodrod383

Жыл бұрын

@@KT3406E buy one of those D9s please

Turning those blocks under that counter weight takes some balls

Dude the excitement when i see you have a new video up, you cant make a bad video 👍🇮🇪

my head exploded when i saw that weight is hollow, holy shit steel weights alot

It's insane to me that one bolt for the chain is all that was holding 17k pounds after you turn those blocks. I mean its still a beefy bolt but just one!

Boy that's a nice "worn out" machine. Filters were changed on my birthday also so that's cool

Love these vids, keep em comin!

Love your knowledge and your dry sense of humor is absolutely amazing

Engine on the 345 sounding good! 👍

Just finished watching all your uploads... need more please! Top tier content right here.

Very interesting video... I didn't know excavators were self loading/unloading of the massive counterweight. Didn't know they were also hollow shells...

I'm sure there's a pretty sweet cat motor rebuild in that piece of shit somewhere! Lol! Nice video

Thank you for another great video!

Damn that Milwaukee has got some ass on it. Might need to get one for myself. The shot from under the counterweight made me a little nervous, it's crazy that it's manufactured that way, you'd think they'd have made it where you could do it without being under. Those tires are $10k-$14k a piece, I can only imagine the deal you got.

Love your content please keep posting!!

"Old worn out" 😂 glad to see you back man!

I bet that smelled great heating up 🤮😆😆

cool stuff there, thanks for the video

ABSOLUTELY----> OUTSTANDING!!!. 🙂

Cool video. Never seen that done before.

Thanks for a great new episode of your adventures.

got alot of respect to you,you always find a way to tame this beasts 🙌

Great to see another video from ya man ! Not gonna lie I miss the engine builds but I respect you doing what you feel like. Drop the hammer 🤜

Really love the videos, I’d be interested to watch your whole process of swapping tires and taking that tank off and all that “boring” stuff!

This neat trick I never even thought about. Makes sense for a machine that is near the raodable limits.

Interesting. Our Volvo counterweight is similar but there is no chain or blocks to turn . She looks real clean for an older machine 👍

Insane that that thing weighs 100,000lbs honestly, just incredible marvels of modern technology

I’m an environmental technician, I specialize in installing liner and textile materials in landfills that are being dug up and buried, they get us to lay down the material in a pond type of deal, but instead it’s just slopes and berm’s in large amounts of sq metres surrounding the area that’s contaminated with leachate and such other gases, the material will trap it and then the landfill/city will collect it through boot pipes and then sell the methane off for money! Pretty neat stuff

I love your videos!!

Nice pickup. I’ve been hotshotting with a 2020 at4 hd with the l5p. Love that truck.

Nice too see that you still have a pulse.

for being worn out it looks dam good

we missed ya! glad you posted again!

Love the videos!

Dude you’ve got to post more. Your content is great.

Welcome back KT!

Wow that’s a really neat system. Didn’t know that I needed to know this

Very interesting! Thank You for making the video!

I wish there was more, but thanks for posting.

Always enjoy and learn from your content!

I was very impressed by a battery operated 1inch

@TerrellSpivey

Жыл бұрын

Man those battery guns shocked me years ago! Lol now there must haves!

Great video. Love the content. Thanks

Love it when you post new videos.

Was a CAT dealer tech NONE of the 345’s that ever came through EVER had the self unload counterweight I hated removing or installing counterweights

@Hard_Right

Жыл бұрын

i've never seen one either in my limited experience with dirty ole yellow hoes ... definitely cool to see

@cliby25

Жыл бұрын

lol we know he won't buy garbage

We used to haul that size machine a lot on 8 axles regular deck with a stinger without stripping them down here in Florida. We didn't strip them till 650s or bigger then we used the beam with 11 axles.

@Hard_Right

Жыл бұрын

i've hauled 345s on 6 axles that's all we're required in maine for 100,000 (plus we get a 10% grace weight)

I had no idea the excavator itself could dismount its own counter weight. Clever.

Just googled that tire and it’s $11,880 per on the website I found.

Great day at the office. Top content as always mate. 👍

Good stuff!

Love seeing that big boy Milwaukee impact gun going to work. 💪

Man I’d love to see a D6R/D8 rebuild series with you.

I Enjoy your content. Every bit of it! From the destruction to the Information I'm always looking for new vidya

Awesome video thanks for sharing

That was an amazing video and as always awesome content on this channel