Your guys aren't just getting it done, they're getting it done right! Careful planning and excellent execution! I'm looking forward to seeing this entire project through. Thanks for sharing the experience with us and God bless you!
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir!
@boywonderrr71
10 ай бұрын
@@Dirtmonkey What was the cost of the job if you dont mind me asking? I'm guessing $15-30k
@philjohnston9616
2 жыл бұрын
Never realised how technical dirt could get. I'm amazed by your content and the professional way your team approaches the job. I learn something new each time I watch one of your uploads . Shame KZitem doesn't have a bigger thumb's up button.
@richardleguyder3828
2 жыл бұрын
I went all Bobcat in the end. The New R2 series available today are incredibly improved and like you say, buttery smooth with serious mechanical improvements and stability. I like how you show us all the different equipment and input... thanks!
@charleso5347
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Stan. The step by step is great to see the transformation of the project.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
More to come!
@anthonymakley1530
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Stan for another awesome video god bless thank you for all the hard work you put into these videos
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Very welcome. and thank you very much for tuning in and going along on the adventure.
@user-yn6px4oj8z
Жыл бұрын
These guys are the best at what they do. Wish you guys were in CT. Love all the videos. Keep up the good work.
@stevebrough304
2 жыл бұрын
I love these videos. Looking forward to the other videos on this project. Thanks Stan...
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
You bet!
@nicklambing9268
2 жыл бұрын
Stan, this is where your content shines above the rest. Your expertise is evident and the informational level steps up. This is only my personal opinion, but I like it when you take us here. Thank you very much for helping us understand the retaining wall construction process! Nick, North West Farmer
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks Nick! Feedback like that keeps me going brother.
@xander9194
2 жыл бұрын
Good to see these videos back, retaining walls and other block things are kinda cool
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
I totally agree.
@lindajoyce1808
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks to your videos we where able to have the knowledge to ask all the needed question for our new retaining wall .
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it helped. Did your new wall turn out good?
@CZAnthonyX
2 жыл бұрын
Fot the first time in 7 years, my boss joined the mowing crew fir a day! It was awesome! Hope you had a great monday! Keep up the great work!
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
How was it working with your boss? was it cool or nerve wracking or something else?
@danraymond1703
2 жыл бұрын
@@Dirtmonkey Can you do a Versa Grid Vs Geo Grid Video?
@richardgooding498
2 жыл бұрын
Thank You AS a professional to the next. Thank you for your time and the knowledge you pass on to other people. Thank You.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that! Little things go a long way. That helps to hear so thank you
@treemonkey_ma1718
2 жыл бұрын
I've been waiting for this series! Thank you Stan
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
@tk53magoo
2 жыл бұрын
same here, wondered what happened.
@1ronhall
2 жыл бұрын
Stan ….. I’m watching! I wish you and your team the BEST!
@takumi2023
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the videos. I cant wait for the series
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for tuning in!
@iwantcheesypuffs
Жыл бұрын
I've never seen so much dirt without rocks in it. Amazing!
@larrykluckoutdoors8227
2 жыл бұрын
Good video, can’t believe how much work goes into a wall like that
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Its pretty intensive.
@Josh-pg3km
2 жыл бұрын
Awsome vid as always! Can't wait for the rest!
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again!
@johngreen6049
2 жыл бұрын
Hi I just saw your retaining wall called Crazy neighbour Brilliant job you and your lads did. Be very proud of your work
@Freecan67
2 жыл бұрын
Great Work Stan. You have a good Crew.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
I am blessed to have an awesome team for sure.👊
@craignash4736
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Stan thanks for takin time to video this for us. Always learning something. Long time subscriber. Craig. Pa.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Glad to help Craig. Thanks for being a long time sub!
@giovannifonseca9558
2 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this video. thanks for posting!
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoyed it! and there will be 3 more this week.
@robertwalendziak3216
2 жыл бұрын
Stan great vlog! Man the care you guys put into yhese walls.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy the projects Robert. Thanks for tuning in.
@ItsLilRobs
2 жыл бұрын
Been a long time coming! thank you Stan!
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
More to come!
@ADSC2006
2 жыл бұрын
Very Informative as usual Stan.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@jamymagro
2 жыл бұрын
I had wondered what happened to Sam. Glad to see him back and this project. Thank Stan.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Hes been busy for a long time on this one.
@Chimonya
2 жыл бұрын
I love these project videos.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Plenty more to come.
@jasonj9111
2 жыл бұрын
Nicely done video again! Thank you.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching the progress Jason!
@LordBLB
2 жыл бұрын
Great stuff as always, Stan.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@frederickmoller
2 жыл бұрын
Can't wait, Stan....I want to learn, thanks!
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Great!👍
@Scott_69HemiDart
2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to this series!
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Very cool. 4 in total this week and 3 next week.
@thomasyerbey337
2 жыл бұрын
Great video Stan I really enjoyed this video 🇺🇲 another job well done 🇺🇲
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@haydenuk02
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent work and thanks for sharing this with us take care
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
hayden its always nice to have you along bud. Stray safe and enjoy the upcoming mini series.
@haydenuk02
2 жыл бұрын
@@Dirtmonkey Thank you bud and it’s nice to have you along in the videos as well as commentating them. Thank you and you too stay safe and can’t wait 👍🏻
@thebeans804
2 жыл бұрын
I heard a new saying from you, "boogered up." 😂 I am watching this for the second time. Fascinating video. Thank you! 😊🙏
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
😁. Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for tuning in tonight and there are 4 vids coming this week. A bonus one is on Thursday.
@paulsantor1427
2 жыл бұрын
It’s nice to see some one ho knows how to do it right with the grid and back fill is just about as important as the block work start to finish top notch all the that will never move I did one it was 360’ long with 3 set backs of 8’ and 24’ high still standing 15 years now and you are right it’s the pins that make.the job last good job guys
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
That sounds like a pretty substantial project you tackled there.
@paulsantor1427
2 жыл бұрын
Stanley "Dirt Monkey" Genadek ya sitting back now retired watching you do the work same weather here in Mass starting to get cold one more log on the fire keep up the good work
@richardleguyder3828
2 жыл бұрын
Yup, I would not use certain blocks especially at that height. Nice work and good choice of block...
@glennwolfe1663
2 жыл бұрын
Another 👍👍👍👍👍video. Thanks Stan🤗
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!!
@SeldomRest
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Stan, great content, learning a ton. Quick question: would there be any reason to not backfill a wall completely with gravel vs. 1 or 2 ft of gravel and then dirt? I have a 5ft wall with grid, and have enough material on site to do this, just not sure if the reinforcement zone can just be all clear gravel. Appreciate the feedback!
@msrebuilding5860
2 жыл бұрын
Man I’ve been waiting for this episode for a long time let’s go
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
The newest one just released tonight as well so if you have a chance - check it out.
@thomascox6730
Жыл бұрын
I'd have to argue that one because if the wall is backfilled with drainage aggregate all the way to the top like I have done in the past...then the water will find it's easiest way out and that's down through the rock to the drainage pipe which let's the water out quicker if it builds up behind the wall instead of building up pressure against the wall seeping through the cracks in the block...but yes the wall is designed to let water pass but if your drainage ditch is installed properly it will find the pipe ...I've always had to do at least five foot of 3/4 inch stone all the way up to subsoil grade and fabric over the top of gravels before subsoil is placed...
@PrecisionCSGO
2 жыл бұрын
ive been waiting for this vid!!!
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
there will be 4 vids total this week with a bonus one on Thursday. all on this project.
@yardvarkslawncare7866
2 жыл бұрын
Cant wait to see the new excavator Stan is getting just for us to all see! Only $100k for our enjoyment…What a nice guy!😉
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
I kind of need it to for my jobs😂
@4SeasonsWithMartin
2 жыл бұрын
Nice video man !!
@stevencarsley1983
2 жыл бұрын
Forward thinking and planning i like it
@theboringyard9952
2 жыл бұрын
Wow a lot of work! Don’t think I will be doing jobs this big in my yard! Lol
@user-fr5gy5hr4x
2 жыл бұрын
I love the content, and I’m sorry I have missed like 2 videos but I will catch up
@watchthe1369
2 жыл бұрын
That geogrid has to be a game changer. It probably effectively ties things together so the wall has double the equivalent thickness or something like that.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
The geogrid is what allows us to build tall walls.
@eronahmeti672
Жыл бұрын
great job
@robertandreoli9764
2 жыл бұрын
Looking good Stan
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Robert!
@BIGWHIT76
2 жыл бұрын
Love the videos Stan
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Clay!
@MrChristopoop
2 жыл бұрын
Will attest to versa lok wall blocks, ours has been in for 5 years, no issues minus that effervescent stain in one or two spots. Local university has a 12 tall foot wall about two hundred long, been up since 2006 ( more than likely earlier than that, is only first time I have ever seen it). Looks as good as new.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
They are the only blocks we use.
@anythingeverythingmark
2 жыл бұрын
County material makes a pin together solid block. I also only use pin together blocks. Although boulder walls are more fun to build.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Keystone makes a pinned block but those aren't solid. I will look into those ones you mentioned.
@johnhamilton9229
2 жыл бұрын
Ok ready for the next one Stan. 👍
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Coming soon! 4 total this week with a bonus vid on Thursday.
@paulgardner9941
2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man 👊
@aarrondilello1205
2 жыл бұрын
Good video my friend hope the Project goes ok god bless 💯👊💪🔥
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for tuning in bro!
@ianunderwood5858
2 жыл бұрын
Love the videos
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@thomaskerrigan567
2 жыл бұрын
Stanley, I’m starting a retaining wall project, will 3/4 minus quarry rock work well for the drainage rock behind the retaining wall? I know it packs really well so it would probably work well for the footing but wasn’t sure for behind the wall. I can also get 3/4 minus river rock to use behind the wall, it doesn’t have the small fine particles so it would probably drain better. What are your thought? Thanks so much for your videos. Tom
@andrewbeach1685
2 жыл бұрын
Love it Stan. We don't have a versa-lok distributor within 500 miles. It's likely an alternate manufacturer would make my project more affordable. Fortunately it isn't a 9 foot+ wall.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Whatever product you use I wish you the best of luck with it!😃👍
@AHinde
2 жыл бұрын
Great project.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@josephdriscoll8527
2 жыл бұрын
first class all the way ,this is a lifetime plus job
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
We sure hope it outlasts all of us.😃👍
@HappilyHomicidalHooligan
2 жыл бұрын
If you're using block with just the thin lip on the bottom holding everything together, would it be a good idea to CAREFULLY clean each layer as you put it in and use construction adhesive in between each layer of blocks to reinforce that small lip leaving gaps in the glue string to allow water to escape from behind the wall?
@shredct3118
2 жыл бұрын
I'm stoked for this . Will it be daily uploads , or will it be on the normal schedule?
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
2 more vids this week. One tomorrow and the last one Friday.
@altonwiggins1270
2 жыл бұрын
Hello there from Brownsville, TX I really enjoy the vids especially the break downs they have inspired a lil project here at home keep up the vids great job I do got a question I'm thinking of doing a small addition to one side of my driveway using pour mold the quikrete walk maker basket weave pattern 10' 10' how much base do u suggest and wat u think of the easy joint sand
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
we don't use it much so I can't say a whole lot about it. sorry
@MrHomeland
2 жыл бұрын
Very cool. I enjoy the process and the meticulous way the guys are putting the job together. Keep up the outstanding work.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@RodJetton
2 жыл бұрын
Great video which geogrid do you use and where do you order it? Also, what geotextile do you use?
@jamesmisener3006
2 жыл бұрын
Have I not seen most of this project? Anyway I want to see the finished job. A difficult one for sure. Cheers 🇨🇦
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
This is a new one. We started this last month- this week we wrap it up
@ChatBot1337
2 жыл бұрын
Today its smothered chili verde burritos with rice and beans. Dirt Monkey has become my dinnertime entertainment. 👊😆👍
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
I had grilled hamburgers, grilled corn, baked potatoes. All homemade by MRs. Dirtmonkey and she is a dang good cook. Just wrapped up eating dinner myself. Enjoy the vid tonight! 4 vids coming out this week with the bonus extra on Thursday.
@gary368
2 жыл бұрын
Good stuff! Thanks
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@gabesmith6475
2 жыл бұрын
Never a dull moment
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
a new day- a new adventure.
@WORK-HARD.PH.99
Жыл бұрын
Outstanding
@ThePIGPEN41
2 жыл бұрын
“The wall wouldn’t have failed by any means, just would’ve been exposed” basically saying he could’ve halfway cheated but chose not too. Much respect
@albenson7628
2 жыл бұрын
I was beginning to wonder if you were going to get back to this project. I've missed seeing Sam. Keep them coming.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
More to come.👍
@styledliving
2 жыл бұрын
15:15 now you got me curious. I want to see some of your walls from 2001!
@bishopcorva
2 жыл бұрын
It's hard to describe the warm fuzzy feel of seeing the geogrid and pins go in with the blocks and be well assured that the wall won't have a blowout slide after it's done. Excellent work indeed
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you recognize the process and the importance
@adamsons2890
5 ай бұрын
This is great. What kind of blocks are those?
@triplesticks
2 жыл бұрын
You should look into getting a bobcat E20 or E26 mini excavator with quick couplers and a thumb. It will change your life!
@mikesveganlife4359
2 жыл бұрын
When you say that those are the only solid blocks with pins, is that because the Keystone Standard retaining wall blocks have some voids in the backside? Or simply the only large block systems with pins in your area?
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
keystone you have to core fill. They have those voids you mentioned but at least keystone are pinned.
@18brash
2 жыл бұрын
That fabric looks like what ppl crews used under the temperarry stone access road they made through are fields while replacing old wooden power poles with metal one's
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
its a heavy duty woven permeable fabric
@chrisbarr1359
2 жыл бұрын
Very educational.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that- thank you!
@brandonphilbrick3180
6 ай бұрын
My bobcat t66 takes slopes like a champ
@tylerbedgood3568
2 жыл бұрын
Say someone wanted to install a driveway on a grade like this, would this process look the same? Would the retaining wall need to be held up by larger stones or those landscape dividers?
@collincuming9845
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Stan! Long time no see! Question for ASV do you know of other companies that service them or provide parts them or are they all stand alone?
@treyvonlanwservice6860
2 жыл бұрын
Nice video bro 👍
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!🙏
@uncivilengineer
2 жыл бұрын
Are you subexcavating all the way out of organic soils, or to a set elevation below your wall? Most of the work I do (heavy civil works) I have to get rid of all organics but it looks like some might have been under your wall.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
No organics are left below the wall. This wall actually had a soil correction done on it to get out the unstable organic material.
@mhack9881
2 жыл бұрын
Good Video, thanks for shaaring.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@Uncle-G
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve got a big job (for me anyway) 300’ of 6’ and 280’ of 4’ tall. Only products we have access to in our area are keystone stone gate which is solid and pinned or belgard castle manor which is also solid and pinned. Engineering put 5 layers of Geogrid for the 6’ with 2 buried courses. 12” of drain rock behind but we are going 18”. Any thoughts or suggestions? Love the videos and you guys are the reason we branched out into hardscapes! Thanks
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
5 layers of grid on a 6 foot wall is definately not taking any chances. Sounds like their may be a surcharge on the walls from a slope or structure that they are compensating for. Or are those really small blocks? I don't use either one so I am not familiar with the blocks but know enough about engineering to understand about the geogrid.
@nathanjamesDewey
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Stan just a question. I believe in one of your earlier videos you said never go more than two courses before backfilling. What changed that we can go up to four courses now? Besides speeding up the process.
@tristanmassie3574
2 жыл бұрын
Probably because of the weight of this particular product. Some retaining walls blocks weigh 20 pounds ish, some 80 pounds ish, some over 100!
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
on a typical project we will go 2 courses then rock it to stabilize it but we have always been able to go up to 4 courses before needing backfill and compaction. so we put in 2 courses, lay in the drainagae material which keeps it from tipping back but don't do the full backfill until 4 courses are up. Thats when we want to make progress fat. On smaller walls we typically build and backfill at the same times.
@joes5096
4 ай бұрын
Would really like to see you do some videos using Redi Rock.
@jamesmcfadden5214
2 жыл бұрын
Versa- Lok walls are awesome. Ive installed quite a few
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Our teams favorite by far.
@jamesmcfadden5214
2 жыл бұрын
@@Dirtmonkey I wouldn't doubt it. There's so many positives i dont think id even consider another system. Its what i recommend for every wall i do
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
great minds think alike.
@jasonwooden9061
2 жыл бұрын
I was looking forward to a 10 part series on this wall. 😭
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
4 parts on the wall and 2 parts on the patio on top of this wall. pretty much the biggest series I have ever done.
@robertvannicolo4435
2 жыл бұрын
Stan compaction compaction and then more compaction is the key with the grid that’s a big wall there wasn’t a problem with the engineering changing from a 9 to a 11’ wall but I guess if the slide plane is taken out of the equation everything will be fine.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
We had the excess grid lengths already in place, I talk more about that during this mini series. But your right about the slide plane. The grid lengths were long enough to eliminate that as a possibility and built into the engineering.
@matty2helpfull
2 жыл бұрын
On sketchy slopes I loved my old bosses terex pt100g forestry that thing I sware couldn't tip over backwards and could handle a bunch of weight out front on a steep slope
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Thats how we feel about the ASV
@jimdomoradzki483
2 жыл бұрын
Is there any advantage to using Gabions versus retaing wall block? Ease of use, more reliable, stronger, less BS with drainage? Love to see you do a Gabion wall someday.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
I love gabion walls. Strong durable, great drainage built in.
@cr257
2 жыл бұрын
You should build the largest versa-lock retaining wall on your property... like world record... then you always got the title 🏆
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Maybe over at Shangri-La Douche to conquer that hill.
@kevingordon7426
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah. Been wondering about this project.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
This week is the wrap up and finale on it and then next week we build a paver patio on it.
@danielmoore6507
2 жыл бұрын
Yo Stan, very good question for you as I was doing some volunteer work on a gravel road that's packed damn near like concrete. My box blade is the best I have with ripper/scarifier shanks to break up the surface and I'm not gonna destroy my rotary tiller. What cheaper easier way is there other than an expensive power/Harley rake could be used to break up the hard packed gravel and dirt ground? Equipment I use is a jd1025 compact tlb
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
Wait until it rains and then go out there right after. the water will soften up the surface and let you move material easier. But you will have to time it so its not pure mud your working with.
@danielmoore6507
2 жыл бұрын
@@Dirtmonkey I honestly think you'd have a blast regrading the road with your Harley rake due to the massive amounts of pot holes and the washed out pot holes.
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
I would. I think grading is my favorite work of all time.
@Guerrero1187
2 жыл бұрын
I’m building a 3’ retaining wall 100’ long. It’s all sand, do you recommend any different than any wall. 10” of base ?
@HalfCutGarage
2 жыл бұрын
11ft in one rise? never knew that was possible!
@loganmoore6583
2 жыл бұрын
Freaking beautiful! How many yards does the dump truck hold? I know they can range from like 14-22 yards. Also, really grateful that you covered the science behind the modular manufacturer block on it s drainage design because I have a potential customer who wants a retaining wall using bell guard block but wants me to put grout in between the joints on the back side of the wall so that water is not able to percolate through the wall and I am telling him everything you said in the video and he is just stuck on doing it that way. I guess the best thing to do would be to have him sign an agreement that he understands at the wall fails it would be because of that..
@Dirtmonkey
2 жыл бұрын
DON'T do it! That sounds like a lawsuit waiting to happen. He is asking you to build a wall out of spec and no matter what you are the expert which means you are responsible. On a different note to answer your first question-We imported 675 tons of structural fill for this job
@loganmoore6583
2 жыл бұрын
@@Dirtmonkey Thank you so much for responding. Yes, I spoke to the client today explaining the design and reasoning toot do it his way and told him I would not do the job if he required the blocking of water weeping through. Thanks for teaching me through your videos. I definitely owe it to you that I can even build a retaining wall.And wow that is allot of fill!!! Awesome, thanks and look forward to your upcoming videos.
@jamietrescott9563
Жыл бұрын
Interested in doing something like this myself. How much did this project cost?
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