Buying And Fixing My First Skid Steer. New Holland LX565.

I bought this skid steer sight unseen. I go through the machine and find quite a few problems even though it is a fully functioning machine. I also give it a service, including some of the often neglected items in these machines. So I found quite a few problems, and end up with more to do at the end of the video. Did I get ripped off or did I get a good deal?

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[cwy]

I own the same machine. A couple comments: 1- The oil filter is really easy to access if you raise and pin the boom and remove the side panels (they just lift off with the engine cover opened). 2- The chain cases should both be emptied and sealed along the seam from the inside with RTV or something similar. That will stop 90% of your leaking. While you're in there, tighten the chains and adjust the parking break. Both tasks are easy and they probably haven't been done in a while. If the chains are loose, you'll hear a very expensive clunking sound when you're digging into a pile of dirt (that's the chain literally slipping on the sprockets). It's easy to adjust. The procedures for both tasks are in the operating manual (not the shop manual). 3- You can basically use any kind of oil in the chain cases. It's a low-heat, non-cumbustion environment. Used hydraulic oil is fine if you have some kicking around from purging a piece of equipment. 4- The instrument panel will probably die on you at some point. That's a common failure mode on these machines. They're expensive and almost impossible to find, but analog gages with an hour meter are easy to retrofit. That's what I did.

[DMSparky]

Please try not to get discouraged by the growth of the your YouTube channel. I believe it’s only a matter of time until the YouTube algorithm god blesses you. I absolutely love your videos. Your channel is one of, if not my absolute favourite channels! There is something about your format that is so refreshing. Your honesty, ingenuity and hard work really shine through. You’re it seems like you’re always learning and teaching us at the same time.

[CobetcknnKolowski]

On the one hand, that's a lot of work youve gotta do on the machine, on the other hand, more videos for us to watch!

[jmuller]

Me and boys, Noah and Kaiden sat down and watched the whole video. I couldn't believe Noah was just sitting there with his mouth wide open breathing heavy the whole time, like a 3 yr old does when he is 100% focused. LOL This machine is a lot like my deere 675b, just a little newer and a little more capacity. Luckily, your hydraulic fluid doesnt circulate through your chain case as mine does. When I got that machine, I came from just a tractor; night and day difference in the workability of it compared to the tractor. Much more capacity but weighs a lot less, plus it's much quicker. I find that having your arms rested on the armrest really helps keep the machine from jerking around when moving forward and backward. Good video Jon

[Hey_Its_That_Guy]

"I'm hoping it [oil filter] won't be so tight that I can just undo it with my hand". That's what we love about you, John, you're an eternal optimist! 🤣

[CliffordStaley]

I hate that you did what I wanted to do 20 years ago. At 72 too late for me, but I’m living vicariously through your videos. Thanks

[brandon]

With the boom arms all the way up and locked, the side panels should come off the engine compartment and give you access to the oil filter and other engine components. (can be seen at the 20min mark) The next oil change should be way easier for you! 😁

[ncphenom]

I can’t be the only one that is super excited this thing needs so much work right?? More great videos for us!

[slothjr]

Your newfound fire hazard awareness is admirable. :D

[tutekohe]

The tread pattern is called ‘self-cleaning’. When the wheel is turning in the normal direction of travel, any driven wheel slippage will cause dirt or mud to be impelled outwards from the centre of the tyre, ‘cleaning’ the treads.

[thedude]

I just wanna say these are my favorite types of videos. Seeing how you figure things out and learn is so interesting to me and has even taught me a ton.

[HazItMade]

I'll tell you one thing: most channels I'm subscribed to, if the video is over 30-40 minutes, I don't bother watching! That says a lot, I believe, about how much I enjoy your channel!

[billsmith]

LX565 is a really good machine. Looks like the front left axle was replaced with a Deere based on the color. Lots of parts are swappable with the LS160 and LS170 Deere. I wouldn't put tracks on it because you can strip the drive gears pretty easily on those and if you're gonna be using it anywhere other on nice grass or wet ground you won't need them. If you ever decide to paint it DON'T REMOVE THE DECALS! Paint over them and put the new decals right over the old. They'll stay on forever and also help you locate the new decals. The exterior of a skid steer is the easiest machine that you could ever paint. Price was an ABSOLUTE STEAL with those hours based on that condition and the fact that you bought it from a dealer. Best wishes and many happy hours with a pretty bullet proof machine.

[nuffcn]

I'm sorry that I don't feel bad every time you encounter another issue because it's just enjoyable watching you fixing all of them.

[oldmantaiter]

I recommend this channel any time someone asks what I'm watching these days, will never do any heavy equipment maintenance but it never hurts to learn about it. Thank you.

[ArmchairDeity]

*sighs happily* As a Patron I could easily see this a week beforehand, but I actually prefer to wait till the Friday release so I get to see it with everyone else. It's cemented as a weekly part of my routine and effectively kicks off my weekend! Think about it, John, your videos are part of kicking off someone's weekend... that is COOL.

[gragaloth]

Just made stir fry from leftover ingredients (so it cost me nothing), cracked open a cold Dr pepper, sat down to watch some youtube and just so happens a new hour long farmcraft video is uploaded. Lifes good

[weeb]

a new era has begun
there were 2 main events in the history of the universe
the big bang
and when FarmCraft bought himself a skidsteer

[johnlottes]

Yeah, that's a very good price. Now, you get to invest in the missed scheduled maintenance. Once you've got it tuned up, it will be with you for a long time.

[czeyhug]

John you’re a very gifted man. Don’t be discouraged you teach me every time I watch your videos. Keep up the great work ✌️