Broken Backhoe Frame. (Caterpillar)

Hey guys, Here is a new one. I hadn't done a repair like this before. Should be a nice video. Kick back and break out the popcorn for the evening. This Backhoe frame had a serious crack that needed attention. Hopefully you learn a thing or two... or not. Either way, as I've mentioned before, this is not a how to video, but more of a how I did it video. Enjoy and thanks for the support in advance.

[@marionstorm9004]

I sold Case backhoes for 10 years and never saw any machine with that kind damage. You take smashed machines and fix them. Your abilities to handle tough repair jobs is unparalled! Respect Isaac! 😎👏👏👏👏

[@ebutuoyebutouy]

In West Texas nothing is impossible. For real.

[@siwy165]

W Polsce też takie rzeczy niemożliwe robią😊

[@Michael-rg7mx]

It looked like the one that fell 100 feet when the strap broke. I was wondering who bought it.

[@maciejcupak9832]

@@siwy165 niemożliwe od ręki na cuda trzeba poczekać dwa dni😅

[@MtnHiker]

Couldn't agree more! Great work!

[@Motorizeify]

Not only do you teach us technique on welding but also how to be calm, cool and collected when presented with a complex problem. Thanks.

[@frank-t6857]

​@Maria CANCER I have reported you to KZbin for spamming. Get yourself a remaining life

[@geesss8675]

How could he remain calm? He remains calm because no matter what he's getting paid. LOL it's a calming feeling to have money sitting in front of you with a job that you're working on. What's not calming is looking at a stack of bills for your sitting at the shop scratching your navel because you got nothing to do. He's definitely a skilled man without a doubt but job security is calming a broken frame for him his job security was not calm probably is the guy who owns the tractor LOL

[@ctdieselnut]

@@geesss8675 good paying jobs can still be stressful and frustrating lol. I think the calmness is a mindset that comes from relying on skills and experience.

[@haroldtunich8809]

Bingo, you go into the job relaxed because you are sure of your abilityes.@@ctdieselnut

[@marinopacentrilli9533]

The best thing about youtube is guys like you. Where else can you watch an experienced welder do his thing.

[@notyouraveragegoldenpotato]

Get a job as an ironworker (steel erector and fitter) you'll see some clever shit pretty often. One guy using a chunk of scrap metal a hammer and a little tack to leverage a few tons of steel to bend to their will😂 you start thinking of and looking at forces differently

[@essevaikonpaa5184]

Too bad talent like that isn't worth 1% of what some 23 yr old kid makes throwing a ball! True talent and craftsmanship is worth very little and unappreciated in todays world, no wonder it is disappearing!

[@rajendrakumar8419]

I am from New Zealand doing a lot of repairs like yourself on heavy construction machinery , you are very honest and transparent in your workmanship . I have been blessed to have seen many of your videos , and enjoyed them all . Thank you for taking the time and explaining how you are thinking at the moment . Thank you regards Raj

[@ICWeld]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@michaelmcclure8673]

Issac that customer is lucky as hell. To have a welder with the knowledge and capabilities to make a repair like that. You always get the job done and teach us along the way. 😊💯

[@Watchyn_Yarwood]

You never cease to amaze me with your ingenious solutions to seemingly impossible problems! I would be perfectly happy if Issac and Kurtis were the only two channels on KZbin!

[@AlanHardacre]

It's been said before, but you'd be a terrific teacher. Your deep knowledge, field experience, ability to explain what you're doing (and why), and patience would put you head and shoulders above most instructors.

[@user-rc5xp6rj4m]

Those that can do, those that can't well there's always teaching.

[@HeavyForge]

I’m in Alaska and the whole time I’m watching this I’m thinking I can’t wait to work in warmer weather!

[@dolphincliffs8864]

Minnesota here,we had very warm weather last week now it's back to winter again. Blah!

[@HeavyForge]

@@dolphincliffs8864 I hear ya!!

[@AquaPeet]

I think you did an excellent job welding, filming and narrating! You kept it interesting to watch the whole thing. Thanks so much for sharing!!

[@ICWeld]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@CTSHOEBOX]

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[@paulpyles9631]

I would love for you to come and show my students the way you do things. I learn so much watching your videos.

[@ICWeld]

Maybe one day! where are you located?

[@glennm6307]

I've been welding and fabricating all my life and I think you did an excellent job

[@Gubastek]

As an amateur welder it feels really good to know that this technique I found for myself by accident, is an actual thing used by a professional career welder.

[@pauldarlington5589]

I was thinking the same thing. it's a technique I have used myself, particularly on thin material, and it was good to see it's a legitimate way used by professionals.

[@Brad-lt6mr]

That machine has had a hard life. Excellent professional repair as always.

[@haydenc2742]

Their operators seem to beat the crap out of their equipment needlessly...either that or they need bigger beefier equipment

[@Winger2325]

That machine is clearly out classed and overloaded for what they are doing with it. Excellent welding and technique, I do learn a lot watching you. I am pretty sure you will be back to work on that machine again.

[@tomyousch7070]

I think you did an extraordinary job repairing that backhoe, you may consider charging extra for working on a filthy machine. You would think they could have pressure washed machine before you started

[@arustydodge2111]

Extremely satisfying to see your approach to these repairs. You bring engineering into each fix. Not just a; “well enough and good enough, grind it out and weld it up”. You think it through, knowing the stresses and fatigues that will be put into the piece without the proper metal prep before the welding begins. Back in 1979 our instructor always said; “99% prep and fit up, 1% welding.” I watch your videos, like a kid on Saturday morning watching cartoons. I’m GLUED to the screen! PROPER, ISAAC!!! As Always! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@charlescastillo8870]

As a retired automobile painter body and frameman of 40yrs this applies also, 90% prep 1% painting and 9% politics 😂

[@arustydodge2111]

@@charlescastillo8870 👍🤣

[@W1LLB0]

You know Isaac is a nice guy when he apologises to you when he touches something hot 😂

[@stevedibiase728]

Yes bet the hide on his fingers is about quarter inch thick 🥴

[@skydive1424]

With patience and perseverence, you saved that guy a boatload of money replacing that frame or writing off that machine altogether! Seein that damage, they were very very close to collapsing that frame. Amazing job!

[@jeremyhanna3852]

Would been a write off I work at cat that frame ain't available we got 3 of them hoes sitting out back that need frames there going to auction cat says to much liability to repair them

[@edwinhsingmaster9135]

J Hanna Hopefully with the knowledge that Isaac did the best he could (that could only be attempted by 1%) operator will not go back to what caused the damage!

[@MrTreeman1979]

love your work and love your demeaner, The "im not going to grind it" is prob the most welder thing i ever heard you say lol.

[@krisley5178]

"Please set the machine on jackstands." ...Comes back to machine sitting on hydraulic bottle jacks on top of firewood. Jesus. Has that company never had one single day of safety training?! What a bunch of idiots. At least they were smart enough (or maybe just luck enough) to get a Primo welder! Nice work Sir! As always.

[@jakesbackhoedozerservice7010]

Issac I work with a man that is a lot like you here in Wichita Falls and men like you are an absolute goldmine. I help him work on my equipment when it’s something to in-depth for me to handle by myself. He’s very patient and methodical like you and I feel like I’d be lost without him. He’s 66 and about to retire so I’m trying to learn everything from him lol. Once the older experienced and wise men like y’all are gone we’re kinda screwed. Keep making videos and showing your son and the other younger generation the way of true American builders. God bless my friend!

[@frankish5314]

The mechanic expected you to climb under there in hydraulic jacks balanced on timber rounds? Holy cow!

[@xoxo2008oxox]

Just enjoying breakfast and watching IC Weld work! Let's see..its a B20 and it has a set of forks where the bucket should be...operator overload! Don't touch the weld! LOL... not only is it a difficulty repair, but you are doing double duty setting up camera for viewers! Great challenge resolved!

[@jimyoungquist1687]

Other significant youtube welders are always referring to how ICWeld would do it. That speaks volumes! Thank you Isaac.

[@lanejohnson1245]

You are not only skilled at making proper weld repairs in less than ideal conditions but you also have great mechanical insight in failure mechanics, including what to do to prevent future problems. Kudos to you sir.

[@garybaughman7099]

You are a true craftsman at your trade Isaac. I’m amazed at the complex problems that customers provide you with and the process you go through to repair them. As many others have said… Respect Isaac!

[@denjhill]

Wow! Much respect. I would have walked away from that one.

[@soundslikebstome]

Creating that gap is key. I have tried untold amount of times to bring metal back together by whatever means and failed. It takes some relief somewhere usually. Thx for sharing your skillset with us. I have learned quite a bit from your channel. You and CEE are a wealth of knowledge.

[@patrickcolahan7499]

I would be shocked if a customer just once cleaned up the equipment they wanted you to weld up after they broke it. Great job Issac as usual. Always a pleasure to watch a master at work. Thanks for sharing.

[@ab2230]

Years back I was a laborer and then after college a field engineer and equipment manager on one project (these were all $50M to $500M highway) and I'd see guys like you in the yard welding equipment and I had this work done + approved invoices but your videos show the skill and work that goes into this

[@jasongross4124]

Shout out for working safe! I wouldn't have crawled under there with it held up on the wheels either. The guy who did that either didn't think about it or was just too lazy to go back and get the jacks that he probably forgot to put in the truck. Guys new to field repairs can sometimes be unsure or afraid to call the customer out to address safety issues for fear of losing work in the future or just wanting to "cowboy up" and get the job going. Thanks for setting a good example of how to do the job and live to collect the money.

[@Deej496]

Hey! My hubbs was a Master Cat Machanic for 33 yrs. .. Since retired...Here in Wisconsin. I enjoyed this video and will share your channel with him. I'm sure he will find it intetesting.

[@kentstone319]

Thanks for Camming this up, fun to watch . At 19 yrs I was a welder making riverbuoys and at 67 own 3 different kinds of welders, a plasma cutter and backpack torch and fix everything I can for friends so watching u and how u Think is Interesting. Now I want stick gouge Lol . Thanks

[@pierheadjump]

⚓️ Thanks IC 😎 moving those big pieces into position is tough… 🤯 I’ve seen guys weld in tabs & position turnbuckles… steamboat ratchets… to pull the work piece into position … takes time but it’s really a good technique. These guys will get the OEM prints & get the frame aligned… really cool.😎

[@ralfie8801]

Excellent repair work sir. I for one enjoyed this video.

[@ivtrader4369]

I am a student of Mastery in all its forms. And you are a Master!

[@harrold901]

Man man man. Never cease to amaze me.

[@charleswelch249]

You would think with all that dress load that JD would make the frame heavy enough for the load. It's definitely a engineering issue to save costs. Great job repairing something very difficult to work with.

[@frankkelsey]

No question about your skills they are top notch. Judging by all the past crack repairs that have been done the material has serious metal fatigue and the only way to fix it right is to remove and replace the the steel. All the welding in the world won't fix metal fatigue it will only make it worse. Watching the video I see other indications of possible cracks. I understand that fixing it proper would cost more that the thing is worth but sometimes you just got to say NO!

[@lindsaycrawford3446]

Definitely a tough one.. There's lots of difference between kneeling and laying in the rocks (with the wind blowing) and TIG welding clean metal sitting at a bench as we often see on videos.. Every young welder should get a try at a repair like this.. Great Job..

[@zeke1eod]

Absolutely amazing repair, and you make it look easy. I've been welding/wrenching on trucks and equipment since 1994, and I learn something every time I watch your videos. Stay safe and God bless

[@johnkries8189]

I wish I could have worked for you a couple years when i was starting out. I am 76 now and think I learn something every time I see work.

[@fordshaw5833]

I would have expected that backhoe to be written off considering the cracks in the frame and all. Fixed - like magic!

[@chuckvoss9344]

an amazing job of saving that machine.

[@jg2072]

As someone from Wisconsin it just occurred to me you are doing hot work on what is probably some pretty hot days.

[@bill8by5]

Another excellent example of why you are the "Metal Master" when it comes to difficult, taxing jobs in the field. Well Done!!!!

[@smitty9733]

Thanks for the explanation of why you don't use add on plates because of the twisting torque. Great job.

[@Triumph1968]

IC, rest assured my friend.. you and I will never be replaced by AI robots for such a task.. it's impossible, Love your videos and I love seeing stuff fixed ! Keep up the good work my friend with special skills.

[@douglasthompson2740]

Always a pleasure. Sure glad it was you and not me under that backhoe. Laying with your head extended just gets downright painful in short order! Then add in the shower of sparks in bad places and it gets even less fun after a few minutes. Good job.

[@terrytenley9327]

I sure enjoy watching your repairs .. This one was so hard to get to but like everything you do and fix…you do it safely and you care..I watch another guy that watches you from Australia is cutting edge engineering. you both care so much and your videos are outstanding..

[@russellgilson4072]

Issac, Once again your experience shows on the practical approach to you creating a solution to a problem in the field! Glad you put the jack sands in place, pieces of logs and hydraulic jacks is a potential for a serious situation! Glad you were in and out on this job with no injuries!

[@danielpullum1907]

Good Day Mr. Isaac, Good to see you. I did a repair on a boom end for a Woods 7500 back hoe. It was bent and cracked from being smashed by a truck. It bent the bucket cylinder and the end of the boom. I rigged 205 portapower and lots of heat, got it "straighter" and burnt a grove thru the crack. Sounds like you are going the same path. I won't ever challenge you to arm wrestling. That looks like at least a 10# sledge that you were swingin...LOL Thank You, Thank U, Tank U for the "spot welding" technique with your flux core. I've used that since you first showed it and it works GREAT!@!@!@!!!!!!

[@cosmopezzolla996]

You are the man Issac! Like always, you made a tremendously difficult job look easy to execute.....a true professional. Always a pleasure to see your videos. Thanks as always for the content!

[@Polack-ml9fh]

Haven’t watched one of your videos in a while. I’ve been a welder for almost 30 years, you’re a good tradesman. Fun to watch. I work in the oil and gas field so it’s interesting to see how you do things, because with welding you can always learn different skills and ideas that can come in handy no matter how long you’ve been doing it. Thanks, keep the videos coming.

[@randywooldridge9064]

Thank you for all the detail, and explaining your techniques, and why it helps a lot of us become hopefully better …maybe never achieve your excellence, but it least improve on our end !

[@AllanHanscom]

I've been watching for a long time now, you tackle some very serious repairs. After watching you tackle this miscarriage I now believe there isn't anything you can't repair. I tip my hat to you, you are a miracle worker.

[@wirenut003]

Issac you have completed a very hard weld job with the damage to the frame, I think they will have no problems with the frame in that area. The operator must overload the machine with a lot of weight by the looks of those cracks. Nice job again God Speed

[@JeffMTX]

33:08- me: “dayum that looks good.” Isaac: “that’s terrible.”

[@johnwesner3935]

Hey Isaac, thanks for passing on the knowledge!:) I'm a hobby welder and am grateful for your site. I butt weld a lot of sheet metal on my car / truck fun (16 - 19 ga) and have only used flux core. I really don't do enough to change my ways and I've learned to make it work. I use the same technique when butt welding light gauge metal. A little too hot, slow wire speed and quick pulses watching the puddle cool to red. Thanks much!

[@chrislindquist2003]

Always amazing watching you work Isaac. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@dandonohill]

Watching from Ireland,,nice job,a man with a real job doing real work,Welders like Issac are the backbone of any country not some stealing banker, suing attorney or lying politican

[@mongomay1]

Thanks again Isaac for sharing this challenging repair.

[@GeneralSulla]

Is that a couple of tree rounds holding that front axle up? Yikes! You're a courageous man Mr Isaac!

[@jeremymatthies726]

Great job tackling a complex and technically complicated issue. As always you do an awesome job and pleasure to watch and learn from you.

[@pneumatic00]

Holy crap, that is one hell of a crack.

[@williamtynan6484]

Excellent Repair of an abused machine, catastrophic frame damaged thru misuse, customer lucky to have a skilled technician/field engineer in you

[@paulbales3513]

Fantastic job Sir. Always a pleasure to watch and learn!

[@brianburns7211]

I studied mechanical engineering, and Isaac seems to have a keen knowledge of the profession. Anybody can burn rod. The real part which impresses me is thinking about the forces the repaired area will be subjected to. Many of these repairs don’t end up as good as new. With the thought involved, it’s better than the original.

[@leonardwalker8700]

Amazing job, Repair & Video, thank you Isaac for taking us along on this one

[@corydriver7634]

I don’t know what you get paid for this kind of work, but it ain’t enough. Nicely done sir.

[@dtfm33]

Well done. I like that you always take the time to do things the right way.

[@drholingue]

Thank you for doing this. Very impressive and enjoyable to watch and learn!

[@josephkrug8579]

When that first tilted around 9 min in, I thought whoa what is the frame doing...then you explained it was on the axle. :) You have such interesting and challenging day to day tasks, thanks for sharing them so we can learn too. :)

[@micmike]

Always a pleasure to watch your projects!

[@Wewoka54]

Another great repair from the best welder...really enjoy your videos thanks for sharing.

[@mingthemerciless6855]

Excellent video showing your problem solving abilities and fun to watch. Great job.

[@DaleDirt]

Isaac , You are the man . Great repair , super complex , you make it better and stronger than original , but it looks obvious that they are abusing this machine severely . Thank you so much for all the explanation and education . I have become much more confident and creative , since watching and studying your method , procedures and thought process . Thank you also for the camera footage , that's a heavy job in itself , great quality and editing . Thanks again . Just know , many of us greatly appreciate the efforts it takes to put out these amazing high quality video's . Without your talents , that machine would be scrapped or sold for parts .

[@d.jensen5153]

Fantastic! A pleasure to watch and learn from.

[@b.malnit8983]

Beautiful job. You make these jobs look so darn easy. You truly are an artist.

[@kenkee2011]

Really enjoyed watching you work through this one. I learn something every video, but this one was a goldmine. Thanks for sharing.

[@MrMrWrench]

You are an amazing, intelligent mechanic. Experience and humility gives your clients confidence in your work. Thanks for your time.

[@aaronwilson3952]

Pretty handy with the sledge! I liked the versatility with the weld process. Awesome stuff. Thanks

[@Dmenbiker]

Isaac, it's good to see you back on the job using your awesome skills and teaching us... Thanks for the great video... Dave

[@kenreeve6549]

well done a true pro ,enjoyed watching and learning 10/10

[@charlescastillo8870]

Others grind, weld and grind, you sir also do this but bring a vast amount of experience knowledge and skills. That's what brings the big bucks and repeat customers. Thanks, as usual for a great video of craftsmanship and entertainment.

[@davidgibson5756]

Jacks on stands are not the same as a jack stand😂 Seriously creative work. Thanks

[@jamesbruno5896]

You never cease to amaze me awesome job brother!

[@ronnieholloway9109]

You make it look easy. Calm and steady thanks for the videos I.C.

[@johnerway7255]

She was a hard one to get at. Thanks for showing us, a look over your shoulder on this repair. Special thanks for detailing how to complete that start-stop welding application. Keep safe and keep showing us the correct way to reason through those tough ones.

[@dougsweldingfabrication953]

First rate work as always. I learn something, and gain confidence with each of your videos. Thank you !

[@sixtyfiveford]

The tilting axle had me going. Thought for sure the tractor was tipping over.

[@balzonyr4head]

Before you said something about being on the pivoting axle I thought that thing was gonna fall off the jacks, I had a heart attack 🤣🤣🤣.

[@ghostdevill]

Issac you Sir always bless us with knowledge and good welding! Keep the videos coming and stay safe! Bless you.

[@jakestabile7027]

thank you for making this. that looked like a tricky repair; interesing to see how you worked thru the challenges.

[@jeetenzhurlollz8387]

i really learn a lot...i think together with you and it helps me have better ideas.

[@MrRebar15]

*I C Weld* Bravo well done, thank-you sir for taking the time to bring us along. GOD Bless.

[@stevebeavers3754]

Really good methods for your repairs. Accounting for flex was something I wouldn't have thought about. Enjoyed it!

[@user-wo2dt7xm4f]

Great job, well done. Thank you for teaching us new ways to do welding.

[@12345NoNamesLeft]

I really enjoy your work. Thanks for sharing, keep it up.

[@seanhorton3811]

Issac, I used to be amazed at what you can do. I am now inspired as what can be done, with lots of practice and patience. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@BrucePierson]

That was a really tricky repair, but you nailed it, like you always do with these difficult repairs.