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I used to drive these in the Australian Army, like first comment, need ballast in the back. Also before all water operations we took off all inspection hatches and drain plugs then greased them up and put them back on. We sealed everything with grease!
Well gosh golly, we are missing some Boy Scouts, you know the ones that are always prepared.
even door gaskets?
As an Aussie, thank you for your service đŠđșđŠđșđŠđș
@jay l very cool. Hopefully @heavydsparks sees your comment
Thank you for your service!
I drove the M548 in the Canadian Armed forces, with an empty back you need to add ballast, it keeps the front up. Just for future reference if you try any of the other 113 family add ballast. With the amount of water coming in it looks like you lost a drain plug
Exactly. I'd like to add gaskets and cracks.
Thanks for serving!
that drain plug will get ya everytime
Was it fun
God bless our Canadian military!
I really love how Heavy D gets a phone call at the lake about a recovery and he gets so excited that he starts thinking about everything he needs before they even leave the lake. Can't wait to watch it
Heavy D to the rescue
thats a fact that got my hype to watch
14:00 I like how you guys are talking about the thing sinking and Dave is just fishing
I started watching this channel because I met Diesel Dave in Moab rock crawling. Really cool guy. One of the kids that was on my Rock Crawling tour wanted his autograph and he stopped everything and even took a picture with our whole tour.
The black pickup dragging that thing like nothing was pretty impressive honestly.
@Nana Eva yes being a ford it's more impressive. It's probably a fummins.
Ford does make some pretty stout shit if you have the money to spend đ€©
yup built ford tough heavy d loves them!!
Thing called ROLLING RESISTANCE
I think someone forgot to use the caulking to plug the wholes lol you guys have so much fun love it đ
I live in SLC and Iâm pretty sure I saw his new âmystery vehicleâ being delivered on the freeway. Itâs also an amphibious vehicle
What a fun video to watch. Can you imagine those guys riding that thing into battle from a ship? Great respect to them for their sacrifice.
It was super cool to actually see this in person! We were the people who met you earlier that day with the red MasterCraft. We saw tons of smoke/steam from the other side of the lake and assumed something really bad happened to somebody (assumed it was the tank lol). Glad to find out it was only water in the fuel
New Saturday routine with my 4 year old.......watch Heavy D shenanigans while Mikey cheers everyone on.
Your an absolutely mad bunch đ€Łđ€Łđ€Ł. Seeing you all makes me wish I was there with you'll xx
I love the tiger shark paint job. I served in the unit when it was reflagged to the 1/229 so we painted them on our apaches
Awesome. Thank you for your service
Back in the 80's , me and my family were camping on the north end of Deer Creek when the National Guard showed up with some type of amphibious vehicle about 3x the size of Heavy D's machine here. They loaded up a bunch of us in the camp ground we were at and then proceeded to head towards the boat ramp and splash! Only, I was about 5 years old. I had no clue what was going on other than I was going to take a ride on the Army vehicle. Imagine my shock when I thought they were about to murder me! Anyways, they took us out for about an hour Stroll and allowed the adults to do dives off the water craft. I totally recommend you do this if you ever get the opportunity.
That looked like a blast! The water was gorgeous and the tank driving down the ramp in the water was mind-blowing.
Never a dull moment!
Peace and Love always...
Diesel Dave is definitely the star of this channel the guy never disappoints
agree!
I would say they all are the stars. Wouldn't have an awesome channel like this without all of them.
@@kimballr35 yeah they are but heâs the stand out guy with the way he is
The dudes personality is awesome
They are all crazy in there own way. They always have fun with each adventure. Fun to watch.
Absolutely love too hang out with these guys full of passion and joy for what they do. Fairplay to ye men. Love from Ireland đźđȘ
Hey poncho I think you misspelled your name there bud. Has two Ls. Unless thatâs what youâre going for.
That bilge pump was still finding plenty water to pump when you guys were halfway home. Where is all the water collecting? It might be worth finding out and trying to calm it down a bit. Maybe a job for the new owner.đ
hey D maybe put some air baffles on the front of the tank to compensate for the extra weight and maybe put tanks on the back that you can fill up with water to level it out and then you can drain the water out when you get back on dry land so its not so heavy!! btw love this video!! you always come up with some awsome shows
Dave is living every mans dream life. I am definitely a little jealous
Honestly was pretty insane seeing the jet ski pull it in. That was pretty sick not going to lie.
Diesel Dave is a legend. Love that guy. God bless
I cannot describe how happy it makes me that in 2021 people are still allowed to have fun. Kickass video.
Shoutout to DIESEL DAVE, super hilarious, and overall seems like a genuine dude...
My guess would be that those would be more used for crossing a river when theirs no bridge or for swamp basically where their isnt a proper road. Don't think its really meant to be a boat
Diesel Dave you are one badass guy I love the part when you're carrying the chains through the water you make this channel fun to watch
You guys have such great times...looks fun. Never disappointed...
You should have a fan day -where one or two fans get to hangout with you for an epic adventure/ recovery...
I want to be the first
Heavy D the best part of this video was that you guys had a big smile on your face and y'all had a lot of fun and my book that's a lot of good energy and positivity on you guys God bless each and everyone of you thank you for the video watching all the way from Spain peace out
you guys are awesome for helping with heavy equipment that is just really good of you
One thing I can say about this is: every time you go out itâs an adventure!! Love it!! â€ïžâ€ïž
I love how you all get excited about a recovery job!
Thank you Heavy D and crew for helping out with Adventure With Purpose today at the dam you are real hero's bless you all
dude on the jet ski was awesome. that thing is a beast. my dads dad was a US Marine who fought on japans soil with his m16. i wouldnt be surprised if he rolled on one of these brand new. love your videos bro
The sheer fact it still did its purpose despite how old it is is amazing and it just goes to show they don't make things like they used to!
Blackjack 2.0 killed it pulling Bertha out of the water. Super impressed she had the grip to pull the beast on the wet.
Man I have so many ideas running through my head of fun things that could be done with that machine! Our freaking military builds some of the most awesome machinery on this planet! Can't wait to see the excavator recovery! Gonna be a good one!
AWESOME! Heavy D, in this next recovery, can you do a segment on snatch blocks, how to use them, and safety? I am about to procure some for personal use should I get stuck in my new (to me) Raptor.
Hi. I remember a guy having an amphibious car at Deer Lake WA. First time I saw him drive it into the Lake I was around 10. Then saw him another time when I was in my 30's. Those things were built tough. Your rig is way cooler!
Heavy D thank you for your great videos. Love watching you guys. Thanks m glad your best friend survive his accident. Prayers are truly answered. Be safe brother from one patriot to another GOD BLESS you and your family. You have made a lot of people happy with your kindness.
Growing up in midwest knee deep mud is part of life a stuck anything was a quest u never turned down
''Eathan rate this from one to ten''. in the back ground.. Dave just flicking a line completely unfazed by the situation haha!!
You guys do the craziest things and I absolutely love it. Keep up the awesome content!
I wish I knew this channel was up and running again sooner. I started watching in the beginning and stopped when the videos did. But I'm extremely excited to see you're going again. I'm not able to watch the TV show but absolutely love your CZcams channel!!!!!
I just spent the last few days catching up to present time and can't wait to see more of what's happening. Great job to everyone involved and keep safe!!!!
I just took a break from work and grab some lunch and like always watching Heavy D & the Gang on my lunch break is so enjoyable
Looks fun! What will they do next!? Stay tuned on next episode!
I might comment to much but I wanted to say I actually watch every minute of your videos. They are really entertaining and different than anyone else. I remember years ago when I seen your first 6 door truck build. Well the first one I seen anyway. I thought these guys are amazing. That's something I think all of us truck guys dream of. On a side note the van build would have been epic to see as well.
My dad showed me this video because the old guys you chatted with were my dad and my uncle! My dad had no idea who you were but now he says heâs famous for being in your video. đ it was really fun to see my dad make you laugh too. The interaction with him was so fun for me to see.
Loved watching the pickup truck become the VTR !!!!! ....An ol Arny term for Vehicle Track Recovery ....aka Tank Retriever...M578, M88 .....GLAD the ol Warrior roll good ....yall brought a smile and laughs to this Old Soldier âș
That is so awesome even the part of break down cause so many track veh canât be towed when they lose power and being able to pull it onto land and even showing how fairly easy it was to also load onto trailer makes ya feel better if u break down and not have to leave it somewhere
Now that's pretty cool.đđđ
What brought me to your channel in the first place was the recovery of the bulldozers and the two excavators. Can't wait to see this one
I'm loving Dave's Truck.. Super Slick.
You and your troop never fail to amaze me!!!! loved this!!!
I think this would give cleetus' "submarine" a run for its money
What a unit! Love it! đ€ Also, stoked on the giant excavator recovery, those of some of my favourite videos on this channel!!
Good showing,watching yâall is better than watching TV keep it up great job love watching yâallâ keep it up have a great day. And well see ya next time see ya by.
Those are designed to have heavy loads in the rear. Like 30+ guys or full of equipment. Itâs designed to ride in water at the water line that the front was at. So it rides lower in water actually.
Love your content. Being seventy-year-old machine that's pretty good for amount of little issues that you had
You guys have all the fun. I'm so jealous. Have to live vicariously through yall I guess. Keep the videos coming :)
M113 Family, and not a troop carrier. We use to call them Track Load Carriers here in Australia to move cargo . . . and Yep . . . as the others have said, there is a process to follow before swimming these things. Checking all your Drain, Inspection and Service Hatches seals are sealing correctly so no water gets in at all. Extra weight added to the cargo area to trim them out so they sit nice and even in the water.
If you do it right . . . your bilge pumps don't pump any water, and providing you have flat water . . . they'll swim all day . . . use to be fun operating them.
Living life on the edge. Love it
Should of looked into how the water reached the fuel tank the first time but the tank is sweet!
Love these kind of videos yâall just keep it up doing what yâall do and loving it everyday and I canât wait to see this next recovery of the excavator
Dealt with many of these in the Cold War days...ol V53 Detroit...we swapp those packs and hope the one you installed didn't run away ...the ol Super Charger GMC 671 Blower could such down and chew up 3 to 4 inch Army TM manuals and spit them out ...same packs used in the M113 APC'S , Vietnam Era equipment. We had a lot of fun with those ol tracks ...this type chassis was also use for the ADA Chappell 's which shot the surface to air sidewinders .....Never Ever forget the old V53 sound ... cool deal to see the ol Warrior still moving forward ... đ
Awesome video can't wait to see the excavator recovery
Absolutely incredible. Well done, gents
Another quality Vlog with Big Boy Toyz, thanks Heavy D!!! Looking forward to the excavator recovery you talked about in the end of the video, can't wait to watch it!!
M548 Cargo carriers were primarily used by the field artillery to carry ammunition. The largest difference in controls between the M113 models and this variant is the steering. All models use independent braking on each set of tracks to make it go left or right. Primary steering is by those two metal rods "laterals" (its not an "A3 model, those have steering wheels and power brakes) What's missing from the M548 are the two upper steering levers for water operation. I drove 113A2 and M577 A2's (among other vehicles)until 1995 when I left Armor for Engineering. Beats walking ! Death before Dismount.
Hey Dave, the military has a load schedule for fording their vehicles. That being said, ballast added to the bed at near the scheduled weight will bring the nose up. I heard DD say something about a Gamma Goat. Those I do know about. We tested the fording capabilities when I was in the service. 1 of three the first trip out. Learning curve. 4/4 on the next. You have to load them properly or you will sink it. QUICK. Good luck.
That next video sounds pretty exciting!! This one was great too. Keep up the good work guys
That's one cool video
Starting watching when you rescued the excavators in the desert. Didn't know you were diesel people. Just thought you all were a good group of guys doing cool things.đ
They have a tv show all about diesels
Thatâs a sweet freakin ride bro! Being as old as it is and and still floats is mind blowing!
What an epic adventure cruising the M548! Sheâs a beast and the fact it was chugging along drinking lake water and some diesel, is simply epic
Heavy D and the team always with the fire blogsđ„
Stoked for the excavator recovery!
U guys are awesome. Should have 10 mill. Subscribers. I was born in Ogden Utah and left when I was 2. Wish I would have stayed. Def would have followed yall to help. Keep up the awesome things you guys do for your state and our nation.
I was a squad leader and operator of one of those in the Army stationed in Korea. They'll float but not like a boat. Its front heavy. Any minor hole and it will take on water. Drain plugs do rattle out. We kept her moving at all times and could not wait to get off the water
You can't make this stuff up. My favorite channel 100%, Kudos Heavy D and team for a epic video!!!
Absolutely love you guys and your constant " pushing the limits " problem solving.
Bad@$$ capacities. Truly my enjoyment in the day is watching what ya'll have going next.
Keep the adventures going!
Sparks Adventures International!
Would love to see the boys from Matt's Off Road Recovery using this for snow recoveries lol
The M548 is a cargo carrier not a personal carrier. It was mostly used to carry rounds for the M155 and M110 howitzer in the US Army. There is no HI & Lo on the M548 it just a three speed. You also need to add counter weight to the rear of the vehicle and it will level out. Those plug that you were trying to pull are bleed valves for the disk brakes there that are used for swimming. The two handles by the master cylinders right in front of the lats.
A new toy and a new recovery sounds like a double win to me
Whatever the situation or issues your in. Bro you always find a way out thatâs what I like about your adventures Dave đđ»
I've got to say brother, you are definitely a problem solver. I just watched the video, getting that trash and excavator off the island. I also watched to guys getting that farmers excavator out of the mud hole. You are a genius Heavy D. Oh, congratulations getting that excavator off the island. PEACE â
So cool to see a truck builder actually working their builds. Most others build prissy mall crawlers, you guys build working trucks. Next Utah lake you should visit is Bear Lake. It's over 7 miles wide and over 20 miles long. Plus Logan canyon is a scenic drive and Raspberry days started today.
Such a cool video, canât wait to see the next recovery video, sounds like itâs gonna be a good one.
Yo Iâm so excited for that excavator recovery video! I love yâallâs willingness and ability to help with those crazy situations.
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@@DR-UTAH Me 3
That thing is basicly a "Van Truck on tracks " the differance is it is suposed to be amfibious to drive in water too ! Common Sence it is going to be heavy in the front and light in the back !
Yup! I want one of those. Keep all the fancy trx and raptors just give me one of them. Looks like a great vehicle for pulling stumps.
This channel is just full of epic videos, so donât forget to like, comment and subscribe to this channel. Action packed and never disappoints!!
Should we start calling them the Timex Boys, take a licken, keep on ticken?
You guys are freakin awesome, great American men!
Full speed ahead, Brother...we'll find out if she floats when we get to the middle. I'm loving it!
Our artillery corps use these stuff all day long to carry shells for the propelled artillery vehicles... But I had absoloutely no idea these things are amphibious as well. What I love about these things is just the fact it handles like the standard M113, only it sits much higher and its easier to operate because you got a lot of visibility as well just like a small truck.
Thanks~~~~
Hell yes.. I love seeing machine do things that make them appear to be out of place
So when are you guys coming to Tennessee to play in our mud pits along the Appalachian mountains?
My boyfriend and I are stuck in the grand canyon national park with a 2000 ford f250 7.3 with a blown tranny, a 35ft long camper, and now a 2000 Ford focus. We tried pulling the camper and truck out with the car and it blew the radiator hose. No taxis will come into the park and get us neither will tow trucks. His birthday was the 5th and mine is tomorrow! If there is anyway we could get a rescue tow out of the canyon we'd owe you a big one!
Favorite channel for me. I've been watching all the old vids.
Rich Rebuilds had this EXACT problem with his Sherp.
Love how we just got an after credit scene
Ok that was way cool đ and I do think that you should start letting us fans start going with you this next excavator recovery sounds like so much fun I have been an operator for years got plenty of machines stuck getting them out is the best I hope some day I can come along and help thanks for such great videos you guys are pretty much the only show I watch here đ€
I agree...#fanday .. win a truck and/ or enjoy an adventure with Heavy D.. Diesel Dave and the boys ..
Thinking on it, the Weasel would have been better to go rescue that stuck school bus. Weasels have lower ground pressure (per sq. inch) than FEET do (this is why they do so well in a swamp/snow). There should be a trim vane on the front (where those hinges are they had their feet on) the bilge pump(s) (there should be a battery powered electric pump) EITHER OF THEM, should be able to nearly empty it, if she was full, in less than five minutes.... P.S. I did notice that ONE of you was smart enough to have/put on a PFD!