WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY - Servicing the M110 Self-Propelled Howitzer

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Rob and Ryan get stuck into servicing this beast of an SPG. A US Artillery and mechanic delight!
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[@jayffemt]

Former artillery mechanic. This brings back some memories. I can even remember the smells that go along with the sounds.

[@davidkilby1043]

What did you work on?

[@jayffemt]

@@davidkilby1043On active duty I worked on the M109A3, M110A2, M113 family of vehicles, M578 recovery vehicle, and the trucks that go along with them. In the National Guard, I worked on trucks and for a time on construction equipment.

[@jeffroagogo5215]

I drove & gunned an M110A2 from 1983-86 in Nurnberg for the US Army. good times!

[@doughudgens9275]

What Kaserne were you at? (I was at Herzogenaurach 82-85)

[@ricksmith4736]

Was the detroit diesel what these came with?

[@williamliles7635]

I was in C Btry 1/94th FA at Darby Kaserene at Furth just out of Nuremberg 1968 to 1970. 8" M110 ; short barrel version. Battery Fire Direction Center. Loved that howitzer.

[@davidfisher8882]

Same here. 82-84 in Giessen. B 2/92FA Giessen, (Rivers "The Zoo" Barracks). The M548 was my "baby" though.

[@leonardusgroenendyk6027]

Thanks for making my day so much better. I am on my second round of chemo and it's hammering me.

[@gowdsake7103]

Good luck with that, hope it does what it should

[@davidkilby1043]

Feel better

[@rfbush]

Served with an 8-inch unit, B Btry, 3/16 FA, 8th Inf Div, in Baumholder, FRG from '75-'77. I was FDC, not on the guns. We used an M577 Command Post Carrier. I spent a lot of time with the advanced party scouting the next firing position while riding around in the back of a Gamma Goat, a sucky little vehicle...... Our most important mission was to provide tactical nuclear fire support if the Soviets came across the border. The nuclear simulator rounds were LOUD! The concussion was almost painful.

[@davidkilby1043]

Back in the days of charts and darts. As a mechanic, I would sometimes hangout with the FDC guys. The math made my head hurt, lol

[@nickraschke4737]

I reckon an episode where Curt services his own car, under supervision, would be a worthy watch. 😁

[@gowdsake7103]

You think he ever gets his lily whites dirty ?

[@paulcoopmans4288]

Depends on the type of car 😂

[@nickraschke4737]

@@paulcoopmans4288 hopefully one of those modern ones without a sump plug so he has to pull the sump off 😁

[@formerparatrooper]

@@paulcoopmans4288 My time in Gove during the construction of the Gove House 71-72 I had a Holden UT at my disposal. I thought it was a great machine.

[@aserta]

There was an earlier episode where someone was servicing a modern car. But rather than a modern car, i'd love to see Kurt have a go at servicing one of the engines while Beau films for a change. :))

[@dustyfarmer]

Write the date & hours/mileage with a Sharpie on the oil filter canisters & do the same in its log book then you'll know when its due & done..

[@dougstubbs9637]

Tiny Teddy….what happens when Saladin meets General Gavin in SE Asia. The GM in the 110 has a leak in the seal between fuel pump and block. Age related, pretty common, Perkins were the worst at that, International Navistar diesels will drive you nuts with this type of fault. Daily morning pre start routine is so important in detecting the ‘Sump is filling up sort of stuff.’ BTW, that 110 engine is now a prime candidate for an unchecked, uncontrollable runaway, leading to internal detonation, granadeing that donk.

[@randalldeihl8504]

Nice to see an old girl getting taken care of. When I was in the army, I was signed for, and operated an M578 VTR. Best time of my life.

[@stevekleiner9717]

I drove and worked as a crew on M110 as time they change it to M110A2 in USMC 1977to 1981 had a lots of fun working on it

[@Rudi-Mhz]

Every Wednesday it is a good part of the Day, drinking a Cup of Tea and looking to the Guys on the other Side of Mother Earth . Everyone of you does an awesome Job......but it is at least a dream for a Mechanik to do so ! From the Harz Mountains in Germany, Rudi !

[@Brokenansmokey5.99]

If I ever visit Australia I will be sure to swing by the Museum and check out all these beautiful babies.

[@ariedekker7350]

Again this time it was a beautiful video and story.

[@micahmurphy4546]

teddy looks like that tank we all tried to draw in school, i love him.

[@cpawp]

Good to see back again.

[@laurencetodd171]

I was in an M110A2 unit for a big chuck of my Army career. Nothing in the inventory compares to it.

[@Elvis20101]

Sounds like a diesel return line, thanks for the video.

[@mikewinings4120]

I love how there is oil and mud on the floor of the museum,for the non belivers,there's proof that this fantastic live museum proves all the great machines still function, greatest job on earth,thanx boyz😊

[@James_T_Quirk]

This Episode Reminded me of the Movie "The Castle", with all the Vehicle moving, as Darryl said, "Oh Steve could you move the Camira I need to get the Torana out so I can get to the Commodore. Steve -" I’ll have to get the keys to the Cortina if I’m gonna move that Camira." Darryl - "Yeah watch the boat mate."

[@mac4boys541]

Thought exactly the same thing as the tanks were being swapped around. A classic Aussie house conversation when you have a few sons

[@stephenparkes626]

Love the big pick up

[@exharkhun5605]

I'm with you Kurt, this is all new for me too and I feel the same awe watching the skill and expertise of the guys in the workshop. You documenting all this stuff for people all around the world is just as important though.

[@HK94]

Gald to see you back Curt...

[@maxcleveland3446]

Greyhound Lines (USA) commonly ran filtered, used engine oil through their Detroits. Also ran a fuel odorant, "baby powder" scent. Always easy to tell that a dog was ahead.

[@MrJoeGarner]

I was an Artillery Mechanic in the US Army, for almost 10 years. I remember when we phased out the M110 Artillery. BOOM! Big 8' gun.

[@davidkilby1043]

I live in a small town in NW Oklahoma. We have a M110A2 at a small park. It made my day to explain it to my fiancee's kids

[@roberthocking9138]

Nice service, but what are the guys going to do about all that excessive fuel dilution, you surely can’t leave it like that. ? ( sorry retired castrol oil rep 😁 )

[@NSYresearch]

Good to have you back Kurt, that's one beast of a gun on that 110

[@davidkilby1043]

203mm or 8".

[@jackeagles1637]

I had visit to museum last week (from Perth, WA). Great to finally meet Kurt, Jason, Rob and Ryan. Great museum - great bunch of guys. Thanks to all.

[@joey243win]

I'm a mechanic and love seeing this stuff !!

[@downunderrob]

Myyyy....that's a BIG one! 😅

[@samvittoria9692]

Had the same thing happen to a generator on the Coast Guard ship I was stationed on. It was a 16 cylinder with twin blowers. Air start. I loved starting that monster.

[@jeffreypurcell4681]

That’s one big ass gun !

[@obsidianjane4413]

Glad you're feeling better Kurt! @1:24 The way the Detroit Diesel exhausts and cooling fans are arranged, I've always thought that the sound it makes when its shutting down, it's saying, " I"m junk, junk, junk, junk. Junk." lol.

[@russwoodward8251]

Glad you are feeling better. Thank you for another great workshop. Moving the vehicles into place is as fascinating as the work. That Russian track is a monster.

[@bobkohl6779]

Ahh that fine sound of metal tracks on concrete! 😉 Ahh nitrite gloves! Good show lads!

[@nandi123]

"Expert Kurt is on fire today!"🤣

[@rhyswoodman6781]

Tank Tetris.

[@davidkilby1043]

I worked on these in the Marine Corps. Fun times

[@bgdavenport]

And I MISSED my fix! But, I'm glad you're back in good shape!

[@johnvaluk1401]

Thanks for the video and the update. Good video to go with my morning coffee!

Working there looks like the most fun on earth

[@TheSlugstoppa]

Sorry to hear that you were ill mate and glad to see ya back. Anyway a great little into into Vehicle maintenance and thanks for posting.

[@klangerklanger8011]

Drove an M113A1 when first joined the Army this is a joy to watch hehe thanks

[@NinjaKittyBonks]

Thanks, guys and dolls ❤

[@caliber_560]

Wish I could come work there with you guys

[@markquinn1104]

I have seen those fsv in action the ones with the Saladin turret

[@Channel-23s]

That pickup might be the biggest tracked pickup truck because a Monster pick up truck might be bigger well most certainly taller and faster too

[@bobbroadhurst1648]

Great interesting watch again ........ did the boys sort out where the fuel dilution of the oil was coming from, and fux it?

[@prassmancreations3168]

How thick & reinforced are the floors there ?????????

[@mattl3729]

I agree- sure it's just an oil filter, but it's an oil filter in a MONSTER self-propelled artillery piece LOL Anything on the macines you have there at Aus Armour is interesting to watch ;)

[@HAL-vu8ef]

Amazing, I had no idea Australia had a tank museum! You’ve got so much cool stuff. Never had a huge reason to visit Cairns before but now I can’t wait. Love from Tasmania.

[@steveaustin62]

Now this is reality TV I can like.

[@508Snipe]

Honestly a livestream of tank servicing would be fantastic information to absorb

[@Poltard]

I adore the look of this little thing, its neat!

[@richardphelan8414]

Noting sounds sweeter than a Jimmy engine They both Purr and can scream at wide open throttle ,I really enjoyed watching the segment it's a very necessary operation with any piece of equipment ,Thank you for sharing

[@kristoffermangila]

Any old-time American truck driver that drove a truck powered by a Screaming Jimmy definitely agrees!

[@dylancarson5641]

I wonder if you guys are ever going to restore the flak gun out in the yard.

[@johnharrop5530]

That’s One Big Gun❤

[@theodoreolson8529]

I want that guy's job. Driving tanks everyday. Kurt I'm glad you're feeling better, these guys can't do their job without your superb technical advice. 14:10 "...spacer washer springy thing..." 15:28 ...oil alarm

[@johnkinnane547]

Absolutely terrific….John

[@tedstrikertwa800]

Great video. Thanks!

[@theeaselrider4032]

"Tank Jenga" - now there's a video I would watch. But I could still watch this stuff all day, every day if I could. It looks like the best job ever. Did I miss it though? how was the fuel getting into the oil?

[@zeedub8560]

From before they repaired the fuel injector lines. It hadn't had its oil changed since then.

[@davidbutterfield2949]

Thanks boys, love your work. 👍🏻🇦🇺

[@harpomarx7777]

Looking forward to some restoration work after all these maintenance videos.

[@normangiven6436]

Just keeping up with regular service must be a full time job!

[@piotrborowicz5751]

thx 4 this movie, great job Guy,s

[@54mgtf22]

Love your work 👍

[@joesanchez979]

Love the howitzer 👍

[@bigmac60]

Great work all round 🎉

[@MGB-learning]

Get well soon Kurt. Great video, narration and vehicle review.

[@rpmunlimited397]

Ah man you get to play with all the cool toys

[@PDInfantryman]

You lads get to play with the best toys.

[@jonsingle1614]

Fun times...13B here....do you really think the army track mechanics did all the work ? NOOO...the section crew did all the work! My 3 yrs on the M110 I never saw problems with the fuel lines leaking into the oil

[@charlesclow8657]

Glad your back and feeling better 🎉

[@andrewsteele7663]

Thanks Rob and Ryan, for another excellent workshop Wednesday. No matter the subject matter its always really interesting Cheers

[@CGM_68]

Looks like you guys could do with a new Display Hall, à la Bovington.

[@TerryHolcombe-ik5jl]

I love anything with tracks, anything military and I really enjoy your show. You guys obviously enjoy your work. Very nice, thanks

[@simonmcowan6874]

Reminds me of something from Thunderbirds that track layout. Great post, thanks.

[@53jed]

I can't wait to meet her.

[@andrewgillis3073]

I’d hate to be the guy that had to clean all those track markings off the floor. 😁

[@bpdp379]

Hours with a push broom in the motor pool…ritual for new privates. 😅

[@awf6554]

Love the glimpses of the mock up AC4 in the background. A very solid looking tank.

[@joesanchez979]

Great video guys🇦🇺🇺🇸

[@kimkeam2094]

Kurt you and the boys do a great job! As we may change oil, not many get to do it with tanks. Kudos to you for making it so interesting. As you left the workshop it reminded me of thunderbird’s pod 2!

[@Dennys854]

Had a friend working with CAT engines, he replaced the filter housing drain fittings with one that had a barbed end, so he could just push on a drain hose to a floor pan.

[@alanvotta3847]

Love Love your videos

[@gusgone4527]

The M113 and F432 vehicles were (still are) reliable workhorses. I'm surprised that so few of them have been converted to other roles on civi street. I'm thinking all weather forestry and open cast mining applications in particular. But also search/rescue tasks, rough terrain logistics etc. If anyone has pictures of them being used by civilians, please let me know.

[@Slavishcarp]

I'm simply astounded that Ryco makes oil filters for this thing

[@mathewritchie]

They are unlikely to be custom jobs,I am sure that they are used on heavy earth moovers and mayby long haul trucks.

[@Slavishcarp]

Thats fair, it was in service into the 90s I would be suprised if there weren't some parts still around.

[@timcope6685]

Good to see you up and around Kurt! , hope you continue to get better! Always good to see a maintenance video on these old warrior's, they maybe long in the tooth but they are running strong!!

[@vicnoel45662]

Great video! We missed you last week but glad you took the time off to get better!

[@toolshed3216]

Hey Kurt ya should get the rights to bumper "American Woman" for the 110 :)

[@geoepi321975]

That's my favourite tank

[@9abuilder]

A piece of tape with the change dates save many questions when it comes to servicing.

[@owen368]

Take it out for a drive!

[@danielhooke6115]

That gun. 👀

[@bobkohl6779]

Seriously, no news of the fuel leak?

[@aserta]

I wonder what kind of concrete they have in the museum floor... it doesn't seem too worse for wear given that it sees a plethora of metal tracks every year. Whomever laid that floor, they seriously nailed the formula.

[@andyscud5842]

i was a driver and No4 on a M107 ( same body/longer and better gun) 84-92 ,32 Hvy Regt RA then onto boring mlrs.. Wonderful bit of kit

[@gomezadams9900]

Hi Kirt. I find your channel very interesting and enjoy every episode you post. I realize the show is called Workshop Wednesdays but is it a composite of 6 days of filming and editing?

[@andyberner1573]

I die not remember the M113 being so Cloud inside. Had some Time in it during my Time in the german armes forces in the beginning of the eighties.

[@joes8087]

awesome, though im waiting for a video on the 88 in the yard

[@thurin84]

hope your feeling tip top soon kurt!

[@steveyountz9184]

It looks like your shop could use a really, really, big Roomba.