So after returning the Ditch Witch I still had about 100 feet of trench to hand dig. I had some little helpers to assist in cutting through the top 15 inches.
One was a little Angry Bird:).
However, after several hours of work we only cut through several inches of the top soil.
So, I had to go back to plan A.
But when I went back to the rental place the Witch was gone. All they had was the Bobcat. So I had to make do.
Unfortunately I did not get any pics of the BC working. I can tell you that I did not like it as much as the Ditch Witch. Surprisingly, it did not have the power the DW had.
Once I returned the Bobcat, I ran over to my friends and borrowed his tractor to drill some post holes.
I used Quikcrete’s Post Mix to set my posts.
This post is for the “Ranch Style Main” setup coming of the pole.
These two hold the house main!
Still even with the Bobcat trenching and John Deer Post Hole Digger, There is plenty of digging.
(Even the surgeon came over to help:)
More to follow…..
-- "With a little bit of faith, and some imagination, you can build anything!" Nate
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MichaelAgate
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#1 posted 03-31-2013 09:53 PM
Nate,
You sure your not a mole ;)
-- Michael and Matthew
lew
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#2 posted 03-31-2013 11:05 PM
Some great looking trenches, Nate!
With all that volunteer help, you’re going to really busy making thank you gifts!
-- Lew- Time traveler. Purveyor of the Universe's finest custom rolling pins.
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#3 posted 03-31-2013 11:09 PM
I’m glad it’s not me doing the digging, my back would give out within half a day! Good job otherwise.
-- Erwin, Jacksonville, FL
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#4 posted 03-31-2013 11:22 PM
Your kids will have some great ‘What I did during Spring Break’ stories.
-- Robert, so much inspiration here, and now time to work!!!
shipwright
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#5 posted 04-01-2013 12:23 AM
I can dig that !
Wait. What am I saying? No I can’t.
Looks like a bunch of work that is nice to have behind you Nate.
Keep your eyes on the prize my friend.
-- Paul M ..............the early bird may get the worm but it’s the second mouse that gets the cheese! http://thecanadianschooloffrenchmarquetry.com/
Bob817
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#6 posted 04-01-2013 12:56 AM
That’s alot of digging, my thoughts are with you buddy.
-- ~ Bob ~ Newton, N.H.
justoneofme
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#7 posted 04-01-2013 05:21 AM
Great to hear from you Nate! Looks like boys and their toys are having fun! Carry on, and keep us posted … Happy Easter :)
-- Elaine in Duncan
Nate Meadows
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#8 posted 04-01-2013 01:42 PM
Thank you everyone for your encouragement! Life is moving a so fast right now it hard to get my feet on the ground. You all are a source of great encouragement! Thank you!
Nate
-- "With a little bit of faith, and some imagination, you can build anything!" Nate
scrollingmom
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#9 posted 04-01-2013 05:31 PM
What are you digging the trench for? You know your working that hard we’re putting up a wrap around porch do you think yoiu will be done with yours soon to come work on mine? Ha! Ha! Ha!
-- Kelly, Allen,KS
Roger
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#10 posted 04-02-2013 01:47 AM
Just be careful yer feet don’t wind up in one o them trenches.. OH, the angry bird was a nice touch
-- Roger from KY. Work/Play/Travel Safe. Keep your dust collector fed. [email protected]
Nate Meadows
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#11 posted 04-03-2013 12:20 AM
Kelly,
The trench if for new power. Ill be right over once I am done, in about two or three months or so, I am guessing!
Nate
-- "With a little bit of faith, and some imagination, you can build anything!" Nate
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#12 posted 04-03-2013 12:21 AM
Thanks Roger, Yeah it has been interesting walking around. And the little bird is quite the helper, he fills in the trench I so I dig it out again, over and over, and over, and over, and over etc…...:)
Nate
-- "With a little bit of faith, and some imagination, you can build anything!" Nate
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