I Rented a Mini Excavator to Build a Plunge Pond - Is This Site Perfect?
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- čas přidán 26. 06. 2024
- Getting serious on the excavation of our DIY plunge pond build.
DISCLAIMER'. this is not a how to video and I am not responsible for any actions you take on your equipment or property
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There are homestead channels, equipment channels, project channels, car channels, fabrication channels. In your channel - every day is a special treat. One never knows what one will see.
Lol. You got that right! That is what makes this one more interesting.
Thank you for the kind words!
Well, at least you didn't pull a big trailer 200 miles to find out the dump bed was sold out from under you. Appears to me that keeping one's word isn't as important to some people as it is to me. Think the pool idea looks like another neat project to follow, thanks for the video, take care.
Yeah that's very true, that would have been a different conversation lol
Mike,you have done more than the average person could,your vision is taking shape everyday,just remember this is your property,your vision, your goal for the family.just keep doing what you do best.be safe.😎😎😎👍👍👍
You have to have a pretty tough skin to be a CZcamsr. People like me to armchair quarterbacks. Keep up the good job dude
Appreciate ya watching Tom
MIKE, reading some of the comments, ...lots of shoulda woulda could've! Thing is YOUR plan, is what the Admiral wants, so build it, I'll watch. Good stuff!
Carry on Capt'n!
Lol, right on! Appreciate ya watching
Mike Having your stabilizer lowered 1 -2ft above the ground on the lower side when on a steep side hill will give you added safety when moving.Also fill your rear bucket when having trouble moving.....love your visions
Until it snags a tree I didn't see and spins me on a steep hill. Lol. Appreciate ya watching
You are the definition of multitasking! Love your plan.
Keep in mind he is not only doing this also full-time firefighter full-time husband and full-time father.
One time I didn’t have that energy before I got sick just about his age I was
So true sir. He is what my Mom would call a real keeper!
Thanks and definitely appreciate ya leaving a comment!
It will look awesome when the natural foliage starts to grow back. Your Wife and yourself seem to have a great eye and the skill to go with it!
Thanks!
I don't come here to judge your work, or what you do, I come here to enjoy your endeavors. 😊
I appreciate that!
A decent multi-tasker, major understatement Captain. I can definitely see your vision now, that pond is going to be larger than I originally thought. Stay safe Captain.
Mike, I've been watching since the beginning of your channel. I love the content! You sure can give MacGyver a run for his money! Your ingenuity never ceases to amaze me. Please keep it up!!
Appreciate ya watching!
I like your plan, going to be an awesome place to escape with a cup of coffee in early morning just get tuned up for the day. This project will be a great feature in the future for your property. Thanks for the update, enjoyed watching.
Definitely an awesome get away
That looks good so far. The 304 is a blessing with it's speed. Stay safe
Definitely appreciative to have access to it
You always have something interesting to watch.
Thank you!
👍🏻👍🏻because one is just never enough 🤛🏻🤛🏻
Thanks!
You are definitely a good multitasker Mike!!! What you have achieved this segment is really good, considering the conditions you are working in. Now you have sketched out your plan in the dirt, we can "see" your vision of what you plan easier, thanks. As always best wishes from UK.
Thanks for leaving a comment!
Cap’n it’s gonna be gorgeous. That spot was sitting there just begging for someone to come along and make it be special. I love it!
Let me know it you want some help on those porthole windows…
Sorry I haven't got back to you yet. It's been hectic! But I definitely haven't forgot about it
@@CaptainKleeman OK…. I assumed as much. Just holler when you are ready.
Mike my grandma always said what happens ,happens for a reason so you didn't get the dump bed yet witch means the one you will end up getting will be better than all the ones you have seen so far, great video i know i always say that but all your videos are great thanks for bringing us along 👍👍👍👍👍
That's what I keep telling myself too lol.
That little mini is a powerhouse. Nice find by the owners. And good borrow as well.
LOVE the pond liner and salt filtration idea!!! Leaves will be a huge issue so perhaps have a cover/net cover when not being used regularly.
Cover will be a must, I have an idea for a skimmer concept I want to try. Thanks for watching!
Good morning Mike!
Mike, I was wondering on the Riverside, could you build up a retaining wall out of the Glass Block that you moved from the DP farm to the headquarters or incorporate that into the pool design some how! Love the idea of Salt water pool. Hopefully it will keep the crocodile out of it! 🤣🤣
Speculate to accumulate !!!
Producing top quality content to provide funding for your top quality projects !!
You always come up with a plan between The Admiral and yourself to make your slice of the world that much better...... keep on doing what you do, Captain !!! 💪💪💪
Exactly! Great way to put it. Appreciate ya watching!
I knew the Admiral had a plan.😉
Awesome comment generator!😂
By the way, it was good seeing you back in the operators seat last video, it's pretty obvious you enjoy it tremendously.👌
The property is really transforming.🤙
15:58 Its like your skating on ice. And that backhoe sure seems like it wants to try out the 'pit of not a good day' (chuckle). I always enjoy your content, thank you for sharing.
That line made me chuckle too!
Thanks for leaving a comment!
Progress by stages leads to success in the process and goals met over time.
Absolutely!
Cool plan in the swimming pond with the salt chlorine system. It makes a lot of sense to capture the best of both worlds.
Thanks!
Excellent blue color on the dump truck. I hate it when sellers yank the rug out from under you for no reason. Super frustrating.
Definitely annoying, but it is what it is. Appreciate ya watching!
Really liking the CCC vibe. The “natural” little pool in the woods with a modern filtration system is ingenious. Hat tip to you sir for bringing a smile to the Admiral’s face. Keep pursuing your visions. I chuckle every time I read an ‘armchair quarterback’s’ commentary on your method or work, knowing they are contributing to your success. Keep the comment generator greased and fueled!😂
Thank you and appreciate the comment! Always loved the CCC work at parks.
Thank you for sharing, another day who start very well with you and your project, always a good moment follow you 👍👍👍👍
Appreciate ya watching!
The fun stuff thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
Yeah, just make a pile of material and scoop it up! 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻 You know more about it than I do brother!
You are a decent multitasker. Some of the crybabies just needed to leave the channel. Love it!
Love the blue Mike! Be careful out there Captain!
What blue? I didn’t see any blue dump truck. LOL
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I saw blue..... 😮
A blue tee shirt 😂
@@alexosborne5629 me too! And that was the only thing… I swear! 🤓
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I love your ideas and your execution of them. If I could daydream in your direction....if the dip pool is a place to hang with kids, a mechanical pump is a great idea, but I think they would have a blast with an old fashioned hand pump there too...recirculate the water to their heart's content (my kids get a ridiculous amount of pleasure using the one at the High Desert Museum in Oregon), especially if they are at all mechanically inclined like you are. 😊
Sounds like you got a good plan sir!
Hope so! Appreciate the comment
Another step accomplished, awesome job Captain 👏 I absolutely love what you're doing. I can hardly wait to see what is next. Thank you for sharing 👌 😊
Thanks for watching!
the challenge of the leaves this fall. well keep the girls busy busy
There is a thing called netting 😊
Being shaded, the water will be cold and my guess the pool will not be used in the fall.
I don't ask people to clean up the mess I make lol. I'm clever enough to make it not a problem
Hey Cap!! Was going to recommend a pond liner but you beat me to it. Sorry about the dump bed. Keep up the great work 👍 👏
Thanks!
Your not losing me as a subscriber Mike. I'll be watching till I can't
Cap you have great Ideas Love that Project . too .
Good morning sunshine! The best way to start my day is a video from you! I can't wait to see what all you get into today! Much love from Henderson Ga USA
Right, you are Mike makes my day. As always excellent video. Thank you, Mike. From NE TN. .
Hey appreciate ya always watching!
@@CaptainKleeman of course I wouldn't miss it for the world! You make my day better! Much love from Henderson Ga USA
Its looking great Captain! Sorry to hear about that dump bed, ppl like that is why its hard to trust anyone. But sure hope you find the bed you need
Appreciate ya commenting!
Plunge pool is going to be relaxing. Lots of work to get it done, but worth every minute. Plenty of stone to build pool.
Absolutely, we enjoy the other pond several times a week, with this new addition, we will have a whole new way to relax. Pretty excited! And thanks for the comment!
im looking forward to see this plunge pond. I have a similar seasonal stream and I was looking for ideas to have a pond with it. This makes so much more sense!
Thanks Mike. It all looks like it will be Fine! 👌😀
Excellent work Captain Keep doing your thing It's all going to be brilliant !!
Damn you work so hard Mike, you thoroughly deserve all of your successes 👍👍🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧
Thanks!
Great video thanks for bringing us along
Hey thanks for watching!
Thanks for sharing brother! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙋🏼✌🏻✌🏻💯💯💯
Appreciate ya watching
I’ve had the same thing happen with marketplace, when I have things listed and have several people interested I say that it’s been spoken for but if it falls through I will let you know. A little more work but I think it’s appreciated by prospective buyers.
Definitely. Wish more did the same!
The why: What the Admiral wants, the Admiral gets 😊
looking good CPT Kleeman
Thanks!
Ya know mike if traction is a problem get a backhoe bucket full and use that as counter weight and if its not quite enough then extend the bucket out behind you some. You would need to make sure your not going to hit anything with the extended backhoe as you maneuver but of course the farther out you reach the more weight on the drive wheels
Stan
Wouldn't help here. But thanks!
Hello Mike. I remember the limestone trip and knew you had a plan for it. It seems to be getting closer. When you find another bed for the truck, I hope you will just stop everything and go get it. I wonder if the first two were sabotaged. Have good days!
Well my boss wouldn't be too happy with that lol. Appreciate ya watching!
looking good, Cap!🙋♂👍
Thanks!
Nice video Mike. No matter what the conditions or circumstances you seem to prevail. Sad about the dump bed. There’s a ton of them out there you’ll find one.👍👍👍
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You're the man. Great videos. Keep up the variety of projects.
So nice To see all your progress on the projects….👍🏻👍🏻💪🏻😊
Appreciate ya watching!
I love it great idea
Thanks!
I have a backhoe with a 12’ snow pusher blade! It’s a 1987 Case 8750. 4wd diesel for sale 10000 takes the whole thing! It’s had a bunch of work done to it? Rebuilt cylinders and new batteries last year! It has a front clam bucket. Runs like a top! Pretty much everything works! Just needs a little floor work but has new doors! I am in Rochester New York! Just thought I would throw it out there!
looking good
Thank you!
Pretty neat, going to be a great place to explore and visit!!🤗🇺🇸
Nice job sir Nice yard good show 😃👏👏👏👍👍👍👍
Clint from C&C gave your channel a nice shout-out on his livestream yesterday!
Oh that's awesome! They are a great group for sure.
The Kleeman Khronikles continue....Bud you definitely need to keep that contractor that works REALLY fast on the payroll, that dude "rocks." The pool is taking shape, I'm really interested to see how all the hydraulic dynamics of this finally all works out,...interesting to see it all come together. As always, great channel and great content.
Going to be a little tricky. But I think I can make it happen
Something about that backhoe and my coffee in the morning, awesome work there Captain!!
Thank you!
The pond idea is fantastic !! I think it will work great !!
Thanks!
17:03 If you extend the digging bucket, you might get more force pushing down on the back wheels, maybe enough to get traction to go up the hill backwards.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, ideas and videos. I was pondering if you had any running water on the land using a ram pump to fill and overflow your swimming hole into the dry creek bed when it’s not running. After hearing your plan I think you have definitely chosen a proper pathway to proceed. My only concern would be where your sourcing your power for pumping. I’m sure you can probably come up with a battery, generator, or solar option in the future that will also provide more content. Paint on the truck looks great. Definitely looking forward to seeing the work being done along with the other projects proceeding. Wishing you and your family the best.
Leaning towards a solar generator, but, this is actually closer to grid power than the CZcams yacht believe it or not. I may go that route.
This will be amazing Mike
Thanks!
Starting to see the picture your thinking of making, gonna be nice😎😎👍👍🍮🍮
I liked this. So I subscribed. Thanks, man.
Looking project perfect
Captain great content and video! Thanks for sharing! Kevin
Thanks for commenting Kevin!
Hi Mike & it's is Randy and i like yours video is Cool & Thanks Mike & Friends Randy
Thanks randy!
Mike I have a set of chains for the Ford that you are welcome to if you are ever in PA and can pick them up. Would reduce the slipping and sliding.
Thanks!
Thanks for the support!
Mike, a shared story from a subscriber: i fought a salt water pool for several years. I found it way more work than competing systems. Hope you have better luck
Appreciate the info, and thanks for watching!
Good job Captain
Thanks!
If the admiral wants this and the admiral wants that, why isn’t the admiral out there helping? - lol
She is.
Gee Captain, that was a pretty neat use of the 555 to move the dirt you excavated with the mini.
Innovation is sometimes critical to get a difficult job done and it seems to be a specialty on your channel.
You can give yourself more stability if you fill your bucket with dirt when you're using the backhoe in certain conditions.
Looking good
Thanks 👍
Hay Mike! Like'n the Dream! I think it will be nice! Lee
I enjoyed the video as always
Excellent. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
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Its yours, well you and your lady's dream. Nothing is worth doing if it doesn't make you happy. It reminds me of a channel called Low Buck garage. He has a saying that should apply to anyone in life. If what your doing doesn't make you happy, then you are doing it wrong.
Skid chains for the 555.
Maybe one day, would definitely come in handy
you might want to come up with some kind of cover to keep the leaves out in the fall
Yup, I have a few ideas rattling around.
Figured you might jump into the swimming hole with the water in it! 😂😂
Thanks 👍
Thanks for leaving a comment!
Have you thought of a name for the CZcams yacht? I might have one for you, the S.S. Minno. You can tell them you kept the W for yourself for finishing the project. When they ask about the Gilligan's Island reference, you can tell them it was quite your own adventure getting there. ;)
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Raise the loader up to center the load and stretch the boom out for more weight on the rear.
Raise the loader up when operating on a steep hill side tells me what I need to know. Lol appreciate ya watching
If you make it Bigger you can put in a slide 🛝 !!!
when doing heavy lifting with the backhoe you should always fill your front bucket with dirt to add counter weight
Nah
@@CaptainKleeman I was just trying to be helpful - I,m 75 and have been operating equipment for over 60 years
The Death Star tractor scares me. There has to be more one can do to even out the balance.
When you're using your loader, and you know you're going to have weight in the front, and traction problems in the rear, pick up a big rock and hold it in the backhoe to give you ballast.
Itll look good when ya get it done
Hope so!
Hi Mike. That sucks about getting the bed sold out from under you. Is there a local welding school or something similar that might want a challenging project to work on? If you don't need the bed until the fall, that might be enough time for students to finish the repairs. Just a thought. The plunge pool is shaping up nice. You had me worried with how the old 555 was edging off that little ledge! The backhoe came through again though.
Looks like Mike is going to have to bush and repin the coupler on the mini excavator