Buying and Fixing a Cheap V8 Dump Truck: Will It Climb My Steep 6km Driveway? Or Die Trying...

[@HadassahGH]

Hahaha the great old kiwi understatement! " a bit disconcerting"... Thanks Marty. Got my dose of home. When i miss home watching something like Marty sorts that out.

[@neilmcalester]

I don’t know what’s more impressive, your ingenuity in getting that truck up there or the fact that you stopped many times to set up the camera!

[@northwdsnhscratcher255]

6:31

[@svthorasailing4868]

@@neilmcalester personally I’m appreciative that he shows the good and the bad,awesome attention to detail bro,it’s gotta be hard making a video,I do and they are one take wonders,I do mine for my kids after I’m gone being older.

[@TrevorDennis100]

Every time the camera angle changed, I was thinking, 'How is he going to get it back into gear to get it going again?' I wonder how many people reading this comment have had to resort to starting a vehicle in gear because they could not disengage the clutch? I have had to do it several times, but I'm 75, and vehicles were way less reliable when I was a lad.

[@neilmcalester]

@@TrevorDennis100 Maybe less reliable but at least they were fixable unlike todays computer controlled nightmares! 😅

[@dodgeplow]

@@TrevorDennis100 My stepson was amazed at how I was able to drive his car stuck in third gear when he called me for help - feathering the clutch for the take off and coasting/lugging when I had to slow down until we got it home a few miles away

[@K1W1fly]

A long time ago, somewhere in a factory in Japan, they put a clutch pipe on the factory floor and built a truck around it....

[@MartyT]

😂

[@jckblck]

No joke, they go in the frame first, all the lines in the C channel do.

[@marcdawson2156]

😂 I’ve worked on a lot of machinery with that design, personally I like to think there’s a special place in hell for the engineer who thought that was the right place for a fitting.

[@fhqwgib]

Uhh, just for everyone who doesn't know .. What's a clutch pipe?

[@brianm9962]

​@@fhqwgibthe steel section of the hydraulic hose running between the clutch master and slave cylinders.

[@peteacher52]

It won't be long before you have a couple of dedicated helpers - as soon as their feet can reach the pedals and their arms are strong enough for gears and steering! What a superb start to life at an early age.

[@badchefi]

I really love your calm and relaxed approach - no problems for you only solutions. You make KZbin a better place for sure!

[@Agnemons]

You aren't seeing whats been edited out. 😁

[@moltderenou]

@@AgnemonsExactly ! 😅

[@markhorrell9213]

That thought crossed my mind too. Had a giggle reading your comment​@@Agnemons

[@thomasbroker69]

If there ever was a moment I would have given up it was right there halfway up that hill! I wonder how you remain so calm Marty, I’d have been ffin & blindin every time it stopped, replacing a clutch pipe was incredible! You’re a true inspiration mate.

[@TomLeggott-j3l]

I suspect your "a bit disconcerting coming up the track" was a major understatement lol.

[@gerry-p9x]

Funny should have hooked old dozer on it and pulled it up

[@alanluck5985]

Marty, you're just like my dad who always saved old machinery with the patience of Job .🤗👍

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

@@gerry-p9x ... Camarata-style, getting another, even bigger dozer or loader to push : "... these things get bent and dinged up all the time for no reason at all ...." 😆

[@chrisrea7347]

You get an A+ for perseverance and not losing your cool! Well done, Marty.

[@unclegreybeard3969]

I am so glad that people neglect the basic maintenance of their equipment, you come a long and we get top drawer content.

[@tiglet5382]

Thanks for a lesson in patience, determination, and perseverance. I shall patiently wait for more.

[@samvalentine3206]

A lesson for all of us!

[@Stoneforth]

I love how you edited out all the swearing every time it died and replaced it with ambient background noise. Very clever!

[@MartyT]

😂 yes some words we're cut from the final edit.

[@BrassLock]

​@@MartyT😅

[@googies12a]

It would be one continuous beep, a bit like the low air alarm on constant if that was me. The truck would also have mysteriously rolled off the edge in a blaze of fire...All the best from Ireland ☘☘

[@svthorasailing4868]

Piss funny,personally I would have left that in,I get frustrated easily.

[@thedave7760]

@@MartyT I remember my old man working on his International ACCO tipper for days on end, my god he used to get angry with that truck the frustration would build to such a pressure the blue words were endless and colorful. I just thought you had the patience of a saint and didn't swear much had no idea you were editing out the bad words makes me feel better knowing all is as it should be.

[@donhalford2237]

Well, Marty, at least it's not a tractor. Good job sorting those issues coming up the drive.

[@scar5head]

Marty. Further proof that you are absolutely barking mad. Please never change , your problem solving skills are legendary!

[@MartyT]

😂

[@jeff_rowe]

Little boys just love trucks. Awesome memories brought back.

[@gibbogle]

Lovely kids. The dog seems interested in what's happening, too.

[@kragfearghal]

Another outstanding maintainance video by our wonderful Kiwi friend, Mr. Marty T. Patience of an Angel, no pirate language at all, showing us the perils of purchasing very used equipment , expertly diagnosing the problems and using his pink cells to make necessary repairs. God bless him for his efforts of showing us old mechanical critters deserve 2nd or 3rd lives. Watch out for when his kids learn to drive all those toys, fun times ahead. :) Thanks Mr. T for your great videos, thanks from Maine.

[@johnrudy9404]

You're a good mechanic and great father! Kids need to see the good and bad of life. Allows them to grow up with that commodity we call experience. Their smiles ,sitting behind the wheel..great!!

[@garyrobinson8991]

The young crew are delightful! Growing up quickly !! 🙌🏻

[@TheJapanChannelDcom]

Your patience is amazing, mate.

[@andrewdavis5404]

Good truck for the job .awesome

[@kanguruster]

I cheered when I saw the truck drive through the house gate. 🎉 I'm grateful for all the extra camera moves and setups. 🎥

[@samvalentine3206]

It was truly a time to rejoice! Yay, it's finally arrived due to sheer perseverance of Marty! Loved seeing the children helpers in the end... they're growing up!

[@oscar2hot4u]

He should make some sort of mechanical artwork on the two wooden posts by the entrance. Would look kinda cool.

[@Vegas5302]

Love your videos, man been around for a long while and don’t plan on going anywhere. Always look forward to seeing you upload.

[@stefanschneider3681]

„That should be an easy fix“ - famous last words I would say for any other person to say that. Not here, here I think „well, if he says so, that will probably BE an easy fix!“. Great perseverance 👍!

[@DOCTORDROTT]

This is one of my favourite channels on KZbin

[@svthorasailing4868]

Absolutely

[@RossBobby]

Couple of similar channels for you, similar problem solving minds. @AndrewCamarata - USA @KrisHarbour - UK @M.bjoernstroem - Northern Sweden

[@svthorasailing4868]

@@RossBobby vicegrip garage ,bias plias and zip ties,Bruce from Australia on the big equipment kicks arse,western truck and tractor is a definite in the play list,this nasty whinny mechanic can fix the economy if they just let him,seriously he’s a bloody heavy machine guru on the tubes.Bitches and whines a bit but bro when I have to do it I’m a fuckin child crying the whole way through.no space bolts different size the usual shit. Marty is special,I love his channel,it’s really organic how he does it,I’m in Arsestralia too so I’m bias but jeebus Christ he does well with fuckall,gotta give him that.

[@gooseypig84]

@@RossBobby Marty's kindred brothers!

[@RossBobby]

@@svthorasailing4868 oooh nice, I haven’t seen a couple of those channels you listed, I’ll check them out. Cheers..

[@ckm-mkc]

The Pakistani truck mechanics would be proud.... More seriously that's a hell of a job to do on the side of a mountain, a testament to your perseverance.

[@thunderbear0]

Hell yea!

[@kiwi_welltraveled4375]

Marty, mate, I swear you have the patience of a Saint! The kids are adorable. I'm sure they'll be able to drive the truck and all the other equipment before they even have their driver's licence.

[@PeterJamesDenning]

It's Marty's ingenuity, problem solving and patience that impresses me. I'd have been throwing spanners and using some choice language.

[@trevort4286]

You sir are a different breed of human and are always so impressive

[@willybeeish]

Great work. Love it when the kids (and dog) get involved. The look on their faces when they revved the beast.

[@Lex-Hawthorn]

Nice little project to get the kids involved in Marty. Take the keys out, now that they know how to start it. I'd hate to see it slip into reverse accidentally. This info is based on me putting the old mans Morris, thru a fence in Murchison as an inquisitive kid, many many years ago.. Take care.

[@SteveWashington]

Someday, your daughter will impress a future mate with her technical knowledge, facility with tools, and fond memory for her dad who made sure she knew her way around all things mechanical, electrical and inventive. So glad to see you include her in these projects.

[@marsu52]

👍 Super boulot, pas de blessure et le camion est arrivé en haut. Impressionnant de calme et de logique, comme d'habitude. Bloqué au milieu de la route : un tirefort et un arbre Plus d'air : on regonfle Prise d'air au carburant : on ressert Plus de liquide d'embrayage, on répare le tuyau, on met le plein et on purge tranquille. Encore Bravo pour le travail et la vidéo.

[@SteveInQLD007]

Seeing how tight it was just driving the truck up to your property and how close the wheels come to the edge, it'll scare the living daylights out of me to carting heavy machinery up and down the driveway!!

[@oldretireddude]

Having watched this channel for quite a while, I find it interesting to see the past projects being trotted out and used for the benefit of current projects.

[@5710Mrjohn]

Marty, your a legend! I love your systematic approach to every problem, and your "never give up" attitude. Every young mechanic, engineer should watch your channel they would learn a hell of a lot in how to evaluate, and repair problems

[@Jayf1981]

Your perseverance paid off. That is a very cool truck, Marty!

[@ezipezy]

Mate, using your dodgy clutch to get some good under truck footage is ballsy, respect

[@josephlwallssr6166]

Great job Marty! Training the kids as well! Ausum!🙂

[@Heisthelightoftheworld]

I clapped and said well done Marty when you sorted out the issues as you always do👍👍

[@deanjones2525]

Great problem solving, and it's beautiful how you bond with your children by including them.

[@user-ti6po6gg5m]

The kids are getting big now! It’s good to see the children…😊

[@2nickles647]

Marty, i love the way your babies already know how to start and figuring out things. My wife would be telling me..noooooo

[@bellofbelmont]

I bought an EcoFlow Delta Max and I'm really happy using it. You obviously get plenty of use out of yours 🙂. Thanks for the vid. Jim Bell (Australia)

[@MartyT]

They are good, I use mine all the time

[@anil42518]

Hey Marty you should consider making that clutch line out of hydraulic hose, in my experience with those metal line they tend to keep decaying, just A suggestion from one (truck) mechanic to another, perfect addition to the fleet!!!

[@willmacleod1742]

you had me on the edge of my seat, for the entire time, well done.

[@mishahendriks3020]

Yeah nah yeah, you can hear yourself saying “6km driveway”…? Most of us are happy with 6m of parking space…😂 Excellent job again Marty, enjoy your new addition! 🎉🎉

[@calvarybuilders5689]

That's a great truck! glad you got a good deal on her! I think it's going to be irresistible to get that roadworthy to go pick up new projects! 😊

[@brettn4337]

G'day again from across the ditch Marty. I never had any doubt you'd get that beast going. I reckon an Angry Ram decal on the doors would be the finishing touch and pay homage to the angry one

[@rustybum2]

Marty lad, thanks for another great video, but I have to say your children are a delight and are growing up so fast. Thanks for sharing and best regards from Ireland.

[@Jack.43S]

Hell yea Marty thats the content we like, the nitty gritty of you having to diy fix a truck on your sloped driveway, uncomfortable and dirty while we watch from cosy chairs. Great work! That keeps half a mil of us coming back

[@redbeard4518]

If ever anyone deserved an Olympic medal, it is you! Perseverance, Persistence, Ingenuity, Tenacity... not an easy drive getting that truck in there let alone dealing with all the issues. Reminds me of some of the roads and places I used to go in with my father in 1950s pommie stuff on Banks Peninsula in the early 60s. And you still find time to make a video with incredible shots, no excess dialogue (so many could learn from you) and great editing (from someone who has taught videography at Tertiary level! And getting the kids involved (and even the dog!) Just so rewarding to watch. Iʻve had a day when things havenʻt gone right either... but after watching this... tomorrow had better watch out! Best KZbin site about mechanical stuff bar none! And those old Mitsi are pretty hard to kill mechanically!

[@chrissmith7655]

Hi Marty, top marks for all your work in getting the truck home, well done!! From UK.

[@martinsmallwood9605]

We once bled the brakes on an old transporter trailer using the vacuum on a holden ute. Old as in it had 36 ford brakes on all eight drums at the rear . Worked a treat but you should have seen the 202 smoke on a diet of brake fluid. It will be good when the lads old enough to be a useful offsider for things like this job .

[@kiwi_welltraveled4375]

In the 80's, If we knew someone was going for a drive down Queens St in Auckland, for a perv. Leaving from the Grays Ave PSG Public Service Garage. We would jack the car up and pour brake fluid down into the muffler. About half way down Queens St, when the car had warmed up, looking up into the rear vision mirror, it would take a second to try and understand why the whole street had literally turned white and you couldn't see anything behind you! Ahh the good old days......

[@paulcooper9135]

Years of watching Marty, and I've learned a couple things.. Perseverance and Patience... without fail, it's never about whining over a problem, it's always about finding a solution and getting on with it! Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦

[@lewmonegan3467]

Hi Marty, I never have seen wheels turn like that. Great for short tight turns .

[@davidhandyman7571]

Skill, knowledge, persistence paid off. I thought to myself that the engine trouble sounded like it was a fuel problem and then that is what you said so I thought I am not too dumb after all.

[@mrbussey]

You are a master repairer!! Each time you started up that hill and it died, I got a little more tense for you!! Great job!!

[@joshmountford3427]

I think Marty needs to do a Q&A vid!!!! So much we want to know about this calm, crafty kiwi bloke!

[@newqwaller301]

With Mrs Marty!!!

[@hrg5010]

Thanks Marty. Very interesting. Your dog is my wife's favourite breed. What a great life it has!

[@MartyT]

Thanks for watching.. Yes English bull terriers are cool dogs, very affectionate and great with the kids

[@grahamhale8844]

Nice to see your kids growing up so fast mate

[@topotone]

I’m exhausted watching that one Marty. 😂 Good one, tho. Kids and dog at the end is great! They appreciate dad’s addiction to buying old stuff and fixing it. Anyway, another great episode. Thanks.

[@KathrinRena]

They have gotten so big, you're a great mechanic, and a fantastic dad. I love watching your videos, good job sir.

[@taurota1554]

Outstanding and awesome content as always.Thanks for sharing and taking us along

[@Teyanis]

That looks like it'll be a sweet "little" truck to have around once you get it sorted out. I've always loved the look of trucks like that.

[@adambassador7727]

What a feat! This ole truck proved challenging but nothing you couldn’t handle. Nicely done, Marty! You give us hope in this throw away era, that an old truck will be more than fine with a bit of ingenuity, effort, dedication and patience-informed skill! (More patience than I have with mechanics ..and definitely more skill! You’re an inspiration!) Good on you - well done 👍

[@b.2221]

Thats one mighty good sounding engine on that old girl, and I think she will be an asset in your capable hands Sir good luck with it.

[@PaulFellows3430]

It's great that you got the truck going as it could have been chancey with that long driveway. Even more great though was seeing the kids having fun with the controls. They know what they're doing too! Give them a year or two and I reckon they'll be driving that truck around the property!

[@jamesa7506]

Gotta love those "side of the road" repairs! Well done sir.

[@thomas316]

Is rust a WOF issue? I treat surface rust with a wire wheel and a liberal application of rust converter, seems to solve the issue.

[@javbw]

I live in Japan, and if you need some weird Japanese tractor part or something for that Mitsubishi truck from Yahoo Auctions shipped via Seamail, let me know - some things already made it to Canada for Hand Tool Rescue ☺

[@MartyT]

Thanks mate, good to know

[@wevowa8477]

How can I contact you?

[@deangreenhouse458]

Marty! You never cease to amaze me.. you are an inspiration, man.

[@aboveallthingslove6349]

Thank you for being an amazing Dad, the future people on this earth need goodness in their lives more than any other generation I can think of. Bless you sir. 💛

[@chrishigdon1070]

nice old truck Marty

[@huevos6661]

There will be a banjo bolt on the lift pump that has a filter in it . That blocks up. A metel screen

[@MartyT]

Thanks I'll check that

[@MartyT]

You were right, its a wonder the old girl ran at all

[@cidertom5140]

Sounds so good at idle

[@RBlaauboer]

Wauw again, patience ,knowledge and perseverance is your drive . Really enjoyed your upload …….thanks !

[@craigsowers8456]

Congrats from the French Riviera ... think she'll come in very handy indeed. LOVE the 4 wheel steering ~ will help on your tight turns.

[@battlefinder]

These long videos are honestly the best, the absolute best content on KZbin. Thank you Marty for this comfortable education!

[@robertlemoine3500]

Thankyou 😊

[@user-ti6po6gg5m]

Marty you should restore the truck, right through to painting and reupholstering ! Would make a good multi episode video !

[@GreyRockOne]

Nice work Marty, very ingenious bleeding technique, Love how the kids love being involved, doesn't get better than that. Thanks!

[@Brad.whatthe]

That’s a great thing for the farm, the tipping tray is the best for obvious reasons, will do a bit of everything, also good for loading up machinery, you only need much shorter ramps, I need a v8 8 wheeler now

[@alfadoofus]

I'm glad you took the time to film the new addition to the fleet , all those different camera angles . The 2 problems , clutch and fuel system I was hoping they were easier fixes . Glad you got your 2 helpers interested , they looked pleased .

[@self-preservationsociety7057]

Well done kids … don’t tell Mum Dad’s got a new toy . Nice work as usual.

[@aabcxxyz2823]

I've been watching your videos for a number of years now, and honestly I think you've grown to the title of 'Master of the Apocalypse' with the knowledge, diagnosing and crafting capability you have. Always fun to see what you do, and inspiring.

[@donfink7063]

6:46 knee jerk: I don't know where the pick-up pipe in the tank is, but many exit the tank at the top. Alway a good idea to pull the lift pipe out and check the filter on the end of the pipe. Many are simple mesh tubes placed over the end and tend to clog from the bottom up.

[@svthorasailing4868]

Depends on the amount of chip oil that’s been added in to extend the diesel.Gets gummy in there.

[@donfink7063]

@@svthorasailing4868 Back in the 1970's nobody ran dervs on chip oil, fuel was cheep back then. But muck has always built on those lift pipe filters.

[@svthorasailing4868]

@@donfink7063 that’s an eighties nineties mitsushitzie model,folks were sticking crap in the tanks back before then,ws just my thoughts bro,probably didn’t happen and I’m overthinking it,many ways to plug up a lift filter I was just guessing,take full responsibility I’m probably wrong,hopefully.

[@barryansell5981]

Well done chap, you just keep on with the correct basic maintainance and the old girl will last you for many years to come. Mitsubishi has a long standing record of ruggedness and reliability. The rust on the top panel beneath the windscreen is another easy fix for you to address before it gets too far advanced and, whilst your at it check the windscreen rubber above that panel for leaks,,then check the cab mounts you will know how to deal with all of this. last: Check the drive line U/J~s, plus centre hangar bearing and rubber mount ,prior rough driving give this joint a hard to severe punishing. cheers.

[@patallen5095]

Look what Dad brought home! Those big smiles are magic! Great truck Marty! Look forward to seeing it in action!! 👍

[@bchdsailor]

Stamina, endurance, ingenuity, skills, and all other possible words describing your ability to reach your goals may not be enough. Kudos. The trainees will be valuable assets for future projects.

[@jaimecoburn1339]

Keep up the good work , I like the way you've got your kids in on the act, two young Marty's in the making.

[@Hungry_Hunter]

Your tenacity and mechanical ingenuity is exceptional even for a Kiwi who are some of the most Ingenius and tenacious humans around. How you remain on task setting up the camera is remarkable. 5/5 Banjos.

[@mdouglaswray]

When I heard the engine gasping and chugging, then you saying it was probably a fuel problem, I immediately flashed to the bus breakdown scenes in Priscilla Queen of the Desert! LOL!!!! You're always so calm in these situations and just soldier on. That's the best part for me, your sang-froid and humor.

[@deanrhodes1924]

Awesome job Marty! I helped repair a leaking power steering pipe in a mitsi delica on Pitt Island while we were waiting for the plane to arrive, it also took us 3 hours to get out and braze!

[@CaMae86]

Thats pretty smoke free for an 8dc9! Good old trucks! Mitsi gear linkages are always hilariously worn too huh.

[@Ezekiel-OffRoad]

I too have found Pressure bleeding works way better than vacuum bleeding. What kindve brazing alloy did you use, looked like it flowed really easy . I’ve had good luck using 45% silver rod on high pressure hydraulic lines but it’s tricky on low pressure steel lines I use 8% silver solder with a high acid flux i’ve even soldered fuel tanks patching small holes using nickel strip from recycle lithium battery packs. Learning how to braze and solder steel is such a useful knowledge most ppl overlook. I’m happy to see you spread that knowledge cheers

[@ColinChick]

Another cool video. Your patience and perseverance on so many levels is impressive to watch.

[@texasjetman]

Another exciting episode in the World 🌍 of Marty T well done getting the ole rig up the hill safely. The best part of the day was having the beautiful family welcoming you and the new rig home.

[@kevinmccarey5015]

Hello Marty, Great clip on the repair work, your patience is impressive Be well

[@maurice07Birkin]

Gosh Marty compared to some the the machinery you bring home this truck looks nearly brand new! Maurice

[@davidl98]

I want this video to never stop!! So good to see you working along in your driveway to make this truck going. Appreciate every seconds!! Thanks and keep up the good work!

[@alanclark9471]

You have the patients of a saint. I would have pushed it over the edge about an hour in!

[@daddybob6096]

Me too!