MAJOR Excavator Upgrade (2018 CASE CX80) 

I know nothing about handling heavy equipment nor will I ever do so. I am a little old lady who is strangely attracted to your nice, informative videos.

Glad everyone is enjoying this rockin new intro. Thanks for all the positive comments. We got plenty more music where this one came from!

First a new pick-up Second a new shop Third a new awesome intro Forth a new excavator that doesn't need anything but "accessories" It's a whole new Matt! Congratulations on your continued success, and I wish you more in the future.

"I don't know what I'm going to use them for, but I will use them eventually." That's what I tell my wife about all my power equipment that I have! LOL!

The CX75C is the zero tail swing. The two machines are identical but the 80 has the ability to pivot the boom. That’s why the 80 is pushed back and hangs over a little. I love these machines, been around them for a few years and they have been very reliable. I work for a Case dealer so if you have any questions or need help looking anything up just let me know.

You may not like window tint, but I would recommend getting some clear or lightly tinted film to keep the sun off the interior on that case. It should keep the UV light from making the plastic brittle so that machines interior doesn't end up like the Komatsu. Same goes for a nice seat cover with storage on the back to keep the seat from ripping, and a nice place to store things out of the way in the cab.

Matt, maybe Clint could have added a wrap on the outside of the Case Excavator to give it that 1940's rustic look to compliment the other equipment you have rescued! 😁😁 Then everyone who see it can say, "What, a 2018 with that much rust on it? Was it buried in the water"! 🤣 No it's, a wrap!

That new opening music absolutely rocks Matt. Gives your show the grunt it deserves.

Definitely a a change of pace for Matt Diesel Creek channel. Matt bought a piece of equipment almost to new for him. No half dozen at least episodes fixing this and that. Definitely a really good upgrade for him. I myself would like to see Matt out on jobs working to add the working on his on stuff. Maybe a 60/40 or 80/20 shop/job mix.

Years ago I owned a 2006 link belt 130... I loved it and those Isuzu engines are extremely reliable.. starts in the coldest of Temps, never overheated and runs very quiet and smooth

00:35 Excellent upgrade to the soundtrack, excellent upgrade to the fleet! Congrats Matt!

It’s crazy how much play that coupler has. The machine looks right clean and tight. This looks like a good candidate for a Swedish Tilt/Rotor. I sent them a letter and link to your channel. It it works out it be good exposure for them and I would love to see Matt master the tilt/rotor.

It's hard to believe you actually bought a piece of functional equipment. You're moving up in the world!!

My old boss runs Case equipment. I always loved being behind the controls of his CX130C and his CX57C. Very smooth, trouble-free, and extremely powerful machines. I was continuously amazed by their power and performance all while being extremely comfortable to run for 10 hours or more at a time. Paired with a WB though and pin grabber coupler, there wasn't much you couldn't do. Even had a smooth face tilt bucket for the 57 that worked wonders. Looks like you got quite a nice machine for sure ol boy. 😁👍

Love the new twist on the theme music and I never tire of flying in over the tree canopy with your drone. Case looks like good upgrade and the Komatsu has served you well, even Eva has driven it.

I'm retired. Work fascinates me, I can watch it for hours. I was a mechanic, welder, machinist and operator. I like to watch and be glad it's you doing that work and not me.

One thing for sure If you bought from CandC you know it has been throughly gone over CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW MACHINE

Nice purchase, good upgrade, and you can never go wrong buying from Clint and the C&C crew. They’ll stand behind your purchase, and you can be certain they checked it over.

You finally put the classic intro back in! The videos without it have something wrong with them. Great music by the Semi supervillains❤

Love the banner you have hanging in the shop... '''''Nobody cares, work harder''''' That's gold. Keep up your great work Matt. 😀

Nice! I’d recommend a Rototilt coupler! . A RT30 (older model) or a RC3 (fancy new model) for that excavator… that would make it really versatile! 👍

THUMB, YOU NEED A THUMB..!! id go nuts moving brush without one. As long as it has the valve to switch to the JD controller pattern id be happy.

when you're showing the old bad plastic in the komatsu, it makes me realize how nice it is to have a 3d printer and being able to just replace molded plastic parts with custom prints

Currently run a 05 cx80. Put about 3800 hrs on it since purchasing it. Been a great strong digging midsized machine. Did lots of ponds, foundations, septic jobs, and set tons of 5300lb 8ft concrete blocks with it. Other then minor hose and belt replacements and regular maintenance it has been flawless. Isuzu 4cly always starts no matter the temp. If it's below 20⁰ run the flow plugs twice and always fires right up even down as low as -10⁰ I've run it in. Grats on the next new addition to the fleet.

I'm happy to finally be formally introduced to the Case, which I've noticed in a few other videos. It was cool to see it in action as well as your detailed comparison with the Komatsu. I think you've done well with the overall upgrade, but we will miss the Old Dirty Hoe. She's done a LOT of work around the Diesel Creek yard over the years. Happy trails, old girl! And @TSSVillains, the new intro music rocks!

Great video as usual. Regarding Case (Sumitomo) excavators, I know of a few building contractors here in the South West of Ireland who are delighted with their Case 8 & 13 tonne models. They claim much better fuel economy than the equivalent Hitachi's in their fleets. A lower purchase price and great build quality too.

Great upgrade! Glad to see you parting with things you don't intend to use. You got the old machine running perfectly - good time to sell. Now you have a much more modern machine. It's a great example of using your skills to improve your 'collection. Agree with Yanmar engines. John Deere has used them, for decades, in their smaller - maybe even mid-range tractors.

Dude, have to say, out of all the U-tube channels i watch, yours has the best intro and music, period!!! love the content great job.

Hey Matt, I am a trained professional safety guy. I wanted to shoot you an email about some of the work that you do. Anytime that you are dealing with concrete in any form or the dust that is associated with grinding, cutting or drilling into concrete, you need to protect yourself and those that may be around you. Silica is a serious hazard that even has its own standard in OSHA codes. The correct dusk mask or respirator should be used for protection. If your are going to have dry periods during the year, consider getting a water truck to wet your driveway since that is another source of silica exposure. Look up the effects of silicosis and you can see why I am pointing this out. Share this information with any of your buddies that do similar work. God Bless, David Park

I had a Cat 307C with the pads on the tracks. They are good on hard surfaces but really tear up grass or sod surfaces when pivot turning . The high block configuration seems to load up on the edges when pivot turning. The gap between the blocks creates pad ridges when tracking straight on softer surfaces from my experience. I now have a KX057-5 with the full rubber tracks that are much more soft surface friendly.

I like the SemiSupervillians, they just get better and better-- And Matt's content is inspiring every time.

I have not operated any heavy equipment but have seen Mike (Dirt Perfect) using Case equipment and the quality and smoothness in operation has really impressed me. IMO Case and Hyundai are probably the best equipment out there and I say this based on all the operators I watch on You Tube . The excessibility to all service points are second to none on all machines. Case definitely appears to be one of the most user friendly manufacture in the heavy equipment line. Good purchase , especially coming from Clint at C&C Equipment.

That's so so wrong! Where is rust?! Where are leaks?! How is it possible that this machine even works and starts first time? Is it even yours? Is it still you or your evil twin brother? My day is ruined and my disappointment is beyond understanding

Good luck with the upgrades. If the coppler is not yet set in stone, you may want to look at a Verachtert quick coupler. They are the only thing used around my aria and it quite surprised me the first time I heard about slop in a coupler because this coupler can't get any slop in it.

A beautiful introduction set to the sound of Semi Supervillains!

2:45 cool upgrade, love it. perfect size for many jobs, not too small and still beefy enough to get decent volume done...

I run a 14.5 case with gps and a tilt hitch love the case perfect for trim work and also has the power for bulk excavation good choice Matt

"Sue me toe mo" huge Japanese conglomerate . Nice new to you machine Matt. Congrats!

Nice to have a comfortable reliable machine if you are going after jobs. Nothing worse than having to shut down for a break down.

I just got my Diesel Creek hoodie and 57 Autocar T-Shirt, super nice quality!!! 4 days is all it took, thanks Matt!!

That was funny. I noticed the slop in the bucket about one second before you said anything. I seen that sitting on their lot we go past there once in a while ,it’s clean that’s for sure

I've been looking for a CX80 this will be fun to learn more about

Wow !!! The revised intro music finally got some "funk" in it. When I first saw that blue tractor I thought it was "Topsey" the electric tractor made by Edison Motors of Canada.

Congrats to you. Your first newer piece of equipment. Starting to look like an equipment yard not a scrap yard. Your new building makes a very nice set up now. You’ve earned it. Thanks for sharing with us , you earned all of it. 👍👍👍

Glad to see you getting more modern equipment!

Dont have any experience with Case excavators, but I have operated Link Belt log loaders (shovels) in the PNW and being that they are also Sumitomo machines, theyre very very popular. Theyre fast, smooth and reliable. Generally refered to as "the Cadillac of shovels". They have about all the features one could want, not overly complicated either. I wouldnt shy away from a Case excavator if the opportunity presented itself. You got a very nice unit!

Congratulations to your new machine. All newer machines are quiet but this one is whispering. I remember that old O&K RH12 a friend of mine had. The Deutz Air cooled in the rear droning like a big diesel locomotive and after the warmup the cabin begins a nice resonating droning also. The positive side was as operator the massage was included 😂.... The power of the machine was immense

It`s amazing how you can give such a detailed comparison between the two machines. You`d be a great teacher.

I saw Takeuchi TB 2150 R CM work up close. It was so quiet to the point I thouht it was electric. I could just hear hydraulics hiss, until it swung it exhaust to me and I could smell diesel. The Case engine seems a lot noiser then TB 2150 R CM. You could run Takeuchi at 1:00am in the street where apartments windows are just across the sidewalk and I preety sure the tennants would not even notice a machine working until they looked thru their window. It is just crazy quiet.

Damn 17 years and hard work and now $100.000 plus from you tube you have done good glad to see it.

A great putchase glad you updated you needed a newer machine .

I had to giggle at "This thing is way too nice for me." 😁🤟

I rented a cx 80 a few years back to do a job. I liked the machine overall. It was pretty good on fuel, smooth and seemed to have plenty of power. My only complaint was behind the sprockets would get so packed with mud, that to clean it I had to chisel it out. When I returned the machine to the dealer I spoke with my buddy that worked there and he said they have noticed the same thing. So if you just keep an eye on that I'm sure all will be well.

We run a 2006 Case CP 130 and it is a awesome machine. It is very strong and does everything we need on the farm.

Put vent tees and risers along the way to the Creek outlet for the Main Drain line. To drop off the Rain gutters and Strip channel drains for the Shop doors. 10:10

That was one cool “cold start”! Matt you deserve the quiet operators cab and a good heating system. Man this episode was perfect for my Saturday viewing and an excellent distraction from politics. Thanks Matt for your effort to tape, edit and narrate your progress with the heavy iron tools.

That's a lovely new machine Matt! And I totally agree about it needing a thumb. I put a thumb on my little Cat 1.5 tonne excavator and it has made it way, way more productive.

My Saturdays are not complete without seeing another Diesel Creek video. With that said, when I saw the Case Excavator, I thought that it looked way out of place from a typical Diesel Creek piece of equipment. But I think that you purchased an excellent excavator.

I have always enjoyed both good service and decent serviceability from the Case equipment I have worked and worked on beginning in the early to mid 70's.

New intro made me drop my spoon, Matt! Kudos to you and the Semi Supervillains!

Heat and AC always wins, looking forward to the next video.

Love the new addition to your harem, Matt.

We had an older kobelco with a mechanical coupler that had a ton of slop on it.. ended up being that the wrong size pins originally, and the slop wore on the coupler and the pin. We got new slightly oversized pins to avoid welding a bunch on the coupler, bored the holes on the bucket slightly bigger and welded the pins into the bucket. Worked like a charm.

Look forward to the Upgrades for the case coming on the next video Great work as always Matt 40:00 @Diesel Creek

I love the updated theme music. Very cool.

Been watching for awhile now when you just had the bobcat skid and the ol komatsu excavator doing side jobs. Crazy to see the channel and videos getting 750k- a million views a video. Your doing something right matt keep it up 🤙🏻

Interesting side by side comparison and great new tune from SSV! Thank you Matt

Lots of good memories with the Komatsu . Taking down the barn and silo and all the clearing around the place.

Fun fact: It's rare to see a thumb on ANY excavator here in the UK. No idea why, as they're just so flippin' useful.

I know nothing about heavy equipment but find it interesting. I can see why this is a significant upgrade for you. I'm also leaving a comment because I know it helps the algorithm. Love the intro music as well!

Been in the funeral business 41 years. Case 580 series are the industry standard for winter frozen ground and boiling July. Just plain reliable.

The introduction is top notch. The drone and the foliage colors are amazing. Vinnie is a talented artist congratulations TSSV.

Case is love ❤️ Case is life ❤️ its the only company I will deal with with my earth moving equipment

80 class machines are highly sought after in my neck of the woods.You can do a lot,from septic work to clearing lots.Thats a nice.clean Case,thats the way to buy them.Years of service from that machine.Good pick.

Epic Intro Matt! Good looking rig and Trailer nice Case Excavator as well 0:47 @Diesel Creek

I’ve used the 140, 160, 210, and 250, all have great power but I was really impressed with the speed of the 140! Digging a pand and building 3 pads, the 140 out performed the 160 which surprised everyone on site!

Welded on and worked around a large case and it was great. Had a cummins motor. Started instantly.

The less hp thing is 100% true, I just bought a 2020 hitachi 26u and it keeps up with the old 30-40 hp machines no problem, and I haven’t been limited when digging either 26:23

5:30 a good pair of earplugs makes every machine nice and quiet 😀even the old noisy machines.

8:53 Great audio experience thank you

I love this channel. Informative and humorous too.

Lovin the new rocked up intro!!!!

We just got a cx80. been a nice little machine so far.

Nice upgrade sir. Thanks for taking us along on channel.

Great buy Matt.. I'll never own equipment like you work on and purchase, but I'll live vicariously through you.. so KEEP IT UP!!! Thanks for the family-friendly material, and God bless.

New music is amazing!! Congratulations on your new case!!

I think you need a selection of buckets. I use a 12 inch bucket for pipe trenches, an 18 inch for 18 inch foundations, and 6 foot for ditch digging. ( got that new before the prices doubled. ! ) Also got a couple more that were in need new teeth and repairs.

Nice video Thanks for the purchase also!

I love C and C equipment. Those fellas look like they know their stuff!👍

TY Matt. New intro is great, yes I love the drone stuff too. My vote is your new/used Case is timely, as the Komatsu has been mastered .

Great diggers, had a 13 ton here in the uk, superb to drive and the radio and engine kill buttons and are brilliant, don’t see enough of them here

That intro knocked my socks off! Awesome!!! 🤘

Glad you’re upgrading. Use in good health and keep the content rolling.

There's nothing quite like watching equipment in operation to build my own motivation. Congrats on the upgrade! Looking forward to see what you do for a coupler.

I like the big counter weight sticking out the back. Makes it much easier to lift things.

I know nothing about excavators but I think you did a very good thing buying the newer Case. Enjoy her Matt.

always good to see you Matt. Nice newer machine. I have a 1987 Case 580 super E with 10,000 hrs and still plows my snow, digs my ditches and many other uses. My buddies who operate equipment tell me they run for ever with proper maintenance. So anyway Case equipment is well respected

Love Case... Never any worries and easy to service and work on...

0:17 Nice music production of the original intro ! not too bad ! love it 👏

Damn ! Vinnie and the boys sounding exceptionally tight !