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Continue Deepening and Clearing the Hole

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Stop doing things the hard way. #bobcat #skidsteer 

What happens here

As the auger penetrates deeper, periodically lift it a few inches or a foot out of the hole while it's still rotating. This action helps to clear the excavated, pulverized soil from the auger flights and the hole, preventing compaction and making the digging process more efficient. Continue this process of lowering, digging, and lifting until the desired depth for your project (e.g., planting a tree, setting a fence post) is achieved. The video emphasizes how quickly holes can be opened using this method.

Goal: Excavate the hole to the required depth efficiently, ensuring soil is cleared.

Tools and materials

  • Hydraulic Auger Attachment — Digging and clearing the hole
  • Skid Steer Loader Bobcat — Operating the auger