100+ YEAR OLD CHICAGO PNUEMATIC STEAM ENGINE / AIR COMPRESSOR FIRST RUN IN DECADES

[@tresfingeros]

If there's even the slightest chance that a engine of any kind will run, Jonathan can get it to run.👍

[@BobSmith-mj7ik]

Agreed. Jonathan can get anything to run.

[@lindagolembieski7405]

He very good 👍

[@williamb2642]

That’s about as cool as it gets with old engines..saved another one!! 👍

[@cliffhaupt5413]

These old engines just put a smile on my face. Thanks for the videos.

[@sodiorne2]

Just Great! Thanks for saving the past History of the USA!

[@stevenwillson5737]

Good work Jonathan , another rises from history !

[@tomcool6098]

It's amazing that thing sat all that time Rusty and fired right up and ran You're a lucky man keep up the good work

[@mikemullay5622]

That old engine didn't even hesitate. It just took right off. Amazing what you can do with ANY machinery Jonathan.

[@garydesbois5415]

You always blow my mind with the things you get running , and my hat's off to you for saving history & teaching us at the same time !!!!👍👍

[@lateefcarrere1649]

That engine is running like it was just shut down, but not for decades. Jonathan W is a "engine whisperer" of the highest order.👍

[@FeralPreacher]

You have an incredible ability of making a silk purse out of a sow's ear. Congrats on another successful recovery. Thanks for sharing.

[@slantfish65sd]

It's really surprising to me every time I watch your videos. Jonathan that you only have 117,000 subscribers. That's seems like a crime. I mean because you're making these videos that are really really good and you're showing people and inspiring people to go out here and do some of the stuff on their own. As I usually say another excellent video

[@crherniman]

I say this all the time. This is my favorite KZbin subscription. Hands down. I even let the ads run when watching his videos, hoping it helps him with maybe a little more revenue.

[@FLYEAL]

I totally agree. Of the vast YT transport genre I’ve seen including all the million subbers with will it runs, and ‘builds’ and collaborations and new shop bs--my thinking of that there are 3 that rise above: At least in English language. 1. coldwarmotors (which is almost a smoke-filled, genius variety show that is funny, brilliant and very unique but takes an investment of time. 2. Jonathan W (the purist. most “real” and you can tell he could do anything and people would watch but he generally and steadfastly pursues his steam engine passion and takes us along. Unique as well. 3. Mr. Goodpliers (just a guy and sometimes his buddy going to auctions but has a depth of knowledge and/or a delivery and passion that makes the channel compelling. A clear respect for history and vehicles. And saving some. 4. Rare classic cars and automotive history. Super smart. Highly knowledgeable about the entire industry and history An amazing collection and incredible access to former auto execs. Excellent, but may be running out of ideas and thinking about the algorithm lately. Clearly, he doesn’t need the views to sustain the channel. 5. Hubnut, and others once better who have changed some and become more “commercial” ie sponsored, uploading shorts, merch

[@Vein1986]

Another great engine :) You have got nice museum started :)

[@bobjoncas2814]

good one, keep the old iron workin'. keep safe...

[@scottcarter90]

I love seeing those old steam engines running!

[@paulcorkum2105]

Nice job done you brought a another back from the dead beautiful collection of steam engines

[@donstevens337]

Nice. My grandad had a Peerless and a Case engine that still ran. When I was 12 I helped him oil them fire them and run them. Your videos are great. The fact that you save steam engines is great. Grandad had Riverboat whistle that he loved. All his whistles were great fun up in the mountains of Pa. Thanks for all you do.

[@bradman4]

It's such a worthwhile effort, I can see that the way he's laying everything out should be fun and exciting for young ones. I would have ran around crazy. There's a bit of your country's history in each one of those machines. It's exactly the place I would love to take all my grandchildren.

[@daved7024]

Johnathan, Thanks for the steam engine demo. Very informative and enjoyable to watch. 👍😊Say hello to 🐈 cat scan 😺

[@joshwright9202]

Another fascinating video sir it never ceases to amaze me how good the inside of steam cylinders look on engines you would look at from the outside and think "man there ain't no way." I know you will have that thing in perfect time and pumping air like it did 100 odd years ago in no time. Thanks you for preserving these functional works of art for generations to come to enjoy!

[@leoncolyer9420]

Hi guys from Victoria Australia 🇦🇺👍🏼🇦🇺👍🏼 love old steam engines and old cars 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@billspoonts]

I’m so glad you really got into steam. It’s been quite a ride. It didn’t take you long to become a master. You’ve got a power plant and an air compressor all run by steam. I wouldn’t be surprised to see you go completely off the grid. Thanks for sharing all you do.

[@timhanson2080]

Another win.🏁 Really enjoy all your videos. Thanks Jonathan 👍🇺🇸

[@awkwarddude]

Another running rescue, well done, Jonathan! Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@jorgefernandez-mv8hu]

That is amazing that after all that time, they will still start and work again. Great Job!

[@SMoore-js6fy]

Well I'm back looking at what you are up to. been away. Looks like you are moving into the direction of putting a stem engine museum. Your projects are always enjoyable. Thanks!

[@lutemule]

Jonathan, I like how you did old engines and now doing really old engines!

[@mikewinkelman7015]

It's amazing how long these engines can set and still run really shows what made In America means.

[@andrewcasassa6277]

Love watching how it works. Modern engines have all the moving parts hidden.

[@Muffinshaker]

You are a true renaissance man sir. 👏👏👏👍👍👍

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

👍👌👏 All that steam engine stuff interests me way more than I thought it would be. Of course it has a lot to do with the special Johnathan W. attitude that nearly everything is makeable/fixable. Best regards, luck and especially health to all involved people.

[@tracyworthington5884]

That is amazing Jonathan thank you for another great video

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

These old engines never cease to amaze me! Kudos to you for bringing them back from the dead.

[@shartne]

Man that is awesome I am pretty impressed that its running after 100 years. what a treasure. you could save on electricity by using some of the generated electricity. you are just pretty crafty fixing and welding up those old engines.

[@howardanderson9386]

I really like to see and hear the old steam engine run. They have antique show 3 times a year. I live New Castle,Pa. Thank you for saving a piece of history.

[@Saulkoll]

Wow Jonathan, you've got some serious musical skills, jamming on those steam valves!

[@jazzman9042]

Great stuff as always Jonathan. I'd forgotten about the split boiler for demonstration purposes, which now look stunning all painted up . In time to come you will have created an amazing legacy for future generations. Well done my friend, very well done. AAA+++

[@davemiller6893]

What an excellent video Jonathan. I wish I had "smellivision", I can only imagine those wonderful smells of hot oil and steam. Great job mate.

[@lineshaftrestorations7903]

It's always a good feeling when you open up a "new" old engine and it's better than it looks from the outside. Of all the engines I've acquired only one was beyond repair. It was a 13x18 Houston Stanwood Gamble automatic. The cylinder had been broken when the crosshead failed. Water wreaked havoc on the the internal finishes. Too big to repair and otherwise manage it was donated to a local farm museum. HSG engines were popular in North Texas for running cotton gins before diesels took over.

[@lindagolembieski7405]

Thanks for letting us see all you do , Frank and Londa

[@Graham_lee]

Thanks for all your work and sharing just loving the steam projects

[@coldwarmotors]

Another fantastic project! Always amazed at the things that come your way... Will we get to see the Franklin again one day? What a machine! All the very best and continued success in 2023... Cheers!

[@kooldoozer]

I would also like to see the Franklin run again. I welded a piston for it. ---Doozer

[@machinist5828]

Outstanding Jonathan! It sure sounds sweet. Cheers Terry

[@volktales7005]

So cool seeing 100 plus year old machines fire up and run. Glad you can do stuff like this!

[@johnhopkins6658]

1/2 - 12 is British Whitworth.

[@zeusapollo8688]

Evil fastener

[@rogercarpenter9621]

Mr. Jonathan I watch your stuff for a long time. I love steam even though I've never really had a chance to mess with a steam-engine nowhere near the size of the engines you mess with but what I was thinking I would like to take the steam exhausting and run it through a condenser and let it turn back into water and pump it right back into your boiler I guess that would be a little more efficient thank you for all you do you really make my day watching this stuff!!!!!

[@Mr49Studebaker]

That engine has a fantastic sound to it.

[@waynegiguere1475]

Jonathan since I met you at your house I cannot believe how many steam engines you goddamn right it's so awesome great job can't wait to next video

[@faerieSAALE]

I hope one day soon - you can get BIG Steam Traction Engine. That would be the Cherry on Top of your collection. I just LOVE watching these videos about what you've acquired and put back into action. We already know you can build a car from scrap, and I suppose that's fine. But, how many other fellas are doing what you are here with these steam engines? I'd dare say NONE. Funded Museums don't count. Also, maybe one day you'll get the chance to acquire a Huge Fairbanks Morse engine.

[@mpark3447]

I have enjoyed Johathan over the years originally drawn here from his early car videos. However, I think his passion is totally steam now and though he teases to return to cars, I don't think that's going to happen. To those who love the steam engines, this is a great place for you. Jonathan knows his steam.

[@jonathangriffin1120]

1/2" x 13 TPI is the standard American UNC thread, 1/2" X 12 TPI is the BSW (British Standard Whitworth) thread, as far as I know, apart from the 1/2", all the other pitches are the same. The main difference between the British and American threads is in the angle, 60deg. UNC. 55deg. BSW. Happy New Year from Somerset, England.

[@charlesstarlin6354]

Awesome always cool stuff always thanks 😎

[@laserbeam002]

Really wish I had your mechanical skills. I can do a little but you sir are at the next level in your own category.

[@TABrown-xh7xc]

I didn't see Nana give her approval! I hope you got it beforehand!

[@Philc231]

A true American patriot , so proud to be with you Jonathan All these years . Still doing weekly drive ins ?

[@sideview79]

Very cool....you never disappoint 👍👍

[@wrenchinpaul]

Those steam engines are really cool, thanks for keeping the history alive!!

[@calebvines3966]

Always a good day when Jonathan post a new video.

[@bradman4]

Thanks for your time Jonathan. Before I began watching your shows I knew little of these engines. I appreciate how you go about explaining things, sharing the knowledge which could so easily be lost, if just one generation looses interest it would make it so much harder for those to come. There's a story and history that comes with every machine and a lot of satisfaction uncovering the pieces, both human and mechanical. Thank you again, I intend visiting your country and you're certainly putting in tremendous effort with this collection,I've watched probably

[@bradman4]

I pressed the wrong button, I think he'll get the idea.

[@Dwayne7834]

Thanks for sharing your steam engines . Always interesting.

[@ctraltdel6510]

Needs more drag line bucket 💯 🤣 that series was incredible.

[@johnmccormick175]

Amazing after all those years..thanks for sharing and stay safe.

[@Paleoman52]

Great job with these steam engines! I love watching these engines run!

[@dennisronondon9621]

Have not seen you in a long time....glad to see you back...

[@AndrewHCann]

Excellent video Johnathan W :) also does need some TLC for sure and nice fire on steam engine to see ! Well Done looking forward more videos too soon 👍 too!

[@dastofer]

Jonathan you are an engineer.

[@frankkirby5763]

Wow! Really nice video. I enjoy all your work. Thanks and best wishes.

[@ldean-du5im]

Love steam engines! Thanks Johnathon!

[@jamienichols6684]

Glad to see these engines back up and running well done

[@JeepingAdventures]

I love your videos! Seeing this old neglected machinery getting up and running again gives me hope that someday I’ll be restored as well LOL😂

[@VAHOSS]

I love these old steam engines

[@dssm25]

I have only been around some old steam tractors just amazing equipment 👍 great videos so nice to see you preserving and running and using your steam engines looking forward to the next one

[@stevesalvage1089]

Really interesting well done and thanks for sharing Jonathan !!

[@michaelguinn5736]

Afternoon Jonathan!! This steam stuff is pretty cool, but not in my wheelhouse, I've always liked machinery.....be safe!! God Bless!!

[@deanbrunner261]

Among the top steam men in the country👍👍

[@halbud]

enjoyed the video Jonathan,Still use my 40 yr. old CP 734 1/2 deive air wrench.CP is still in biusiness today!

[@daveb5016]

I can see where this is headed. I'm waiting for the upload where Jonathan starts building an old steam train rail track around his property. 😉😁

[@aaronschoessow2770]

Just a thought, I know that our joy air compressors compress on the forward and reverse stroke of the piston so that is why it could be pushing oil out that hole you pointed to. That is the air compressor outlet for the rear side of the piston. Maybe I don't know just he thought.

[@rodneymiddleton9624]

They just want to work!!!! Thanks Jonathan!!

[@jefferymatthew2776]

Another fine rescue great job 👍

[@jamesbergeron8356]

Fascinating to watch run.

[@davidlittle1012]

simply amazing to behold....enjoyed that a lot

[@ZMadtrapper]

THANKS fer postin lad. I DO LOVE yer posts EH !!

[@AndysDogHouse]

Hey Jonathan. Good video. Keep up the great work. Thanks for sharing.🍁👍👍

[@rw3dog]

Awesome, what a sight and what a sound

[@hardball107]

Very cool, love to see how gramps did it.

[@Nudnik1]

Really impressive work and engine.

[@deannemccollum8506]

I wonder if the air compressor would dampen the shake, not sure if the pressure would act as a counterforce against the drive piston

[@donporter3855]

My thoughts also.

[@markjohnson5108]

I'd like to hear you talk about what is your goal with all these steam engines which is very interesting. Steam engine rescue mission?

[@jlletaw1954]

That's some serious pressure 👍

[@mattthescrapwhisperer]

Awesome!

[@DAPwny]

Very cool . Years Ago every thing was run by steam .

[@stephenrankin2078]

Mr J, I’m really enjoying this steam stuff In one of your videos could you please explain how they work

[@JONMEREDITH]

WOW! Those 100 year old machines are awesome! Are you eventually going to paint them, Jonathan?

[@kooldoozer]

Paint don't pull a plow.

[@paulboyer6455]

Looks like you got power light heat and compressed air. Very self sufficient operation. Maybe combine a couple hobbies and build a steam power rat rod?

[@trimmerman1]

You mentioned that these machines often have different sizes of bolts and taps and thread tapers. Apparently for no reason. I have wondered about this phenomenon myself. It occurred to me that when the original manufacturer built the machine. Their original set of taps and dies was different sizes. The regular sizes they preferred wore out. The tap and die sets were expensive. So instead of buying new taps and dies the same size they moved up and down sizes as much as they could within the set they had. It seems penny wise and dollar foolish to me, but I have worked in manufacturing almost my entire work life and seeing how things are typically installed and repaired it wouldn't surprise me a bit.

[@frontagulus]

Is the timing not quite right on it? Seems to struggle a bit rather than being smooth. Edit- posted my comment before you got to that part : ). Looks great and it's fantastic to see another one run again

[@Pohleece222]

Really enjoy the steam engines.

[@MattBrownbill]

I'm guessing that the pump balanced the engine, but with the head off, it's not doing that. Great to see it going.

[@dannmarceau]

Very cool, Jonathan.

[@JamesDavis-to1hn]

Jonathan can fix anything!

[@todddenio3200]

From back when something marked Chicago Pneumatic meant quality, unlike what they are known for in recent decades.