Buying and fixing a tracked skidsteer part 2 : Gehl CTL60

In this video, I fix the bent connecting rod and other issues, put back together and go work the machine a bit

[@Zerostar369]

That seller is a stand up guy giving back that $1K. Most people would have said 'tough luck'. Glad you have a smooth running machine. Thanks for the lesson.

[@daveb7206]

Yes, I thought that was a great thing also, I would be back to buy from him again.

[@maxnex7676]

Compliments on the "bush" fix, motor sounds good, and compliments to the seller in handing back a grand.

[@In2investing]

Been waiting for this... Nice work as always!!

[@danburch9989]

I've seen some Indian or Pakistan shops rebuild engines, cracked blocks, heads and cranksafts in worse conditons than what Jesse worked in.😯

[@pinwizz69]

@@danburch9989. Yuppers, I see those guys on KZbin vids and I have think WTF is wrong with America. We used to be a country that fixed darn near everything and now we're a throw away and buy new wasteful country. I still repair everything I possibly can. Including tv,s and other electronic devices. I'm just lucky I actually am an electronics tech with 6 diplomas in the mechanical arts as they call it.

[@jefffuhrman7903]

I just wanted to say how incredibly impressed I am with your skill sets and attitude. I just watched the bulldozer rebuild and I am in absolute admiration of your ability to take what some may consider junk and turn it into a valuable and productive piece of machinery. Watching these old workhorses come back to life is uplifting. Thanks for sharing!

[@tux1968]

You have the patience of a saint Jesse. I'd have been cursing the whole way through. So glad the previous owner gave you a bit of money back; you deserved it. Great Job!

[@cripplecreeksawmill]

I don't know if it's just the editing but: you always seem so calm/collected when you are fixing all the equipment, no matter how much stuff is broken. It's a great attitude to have in life👍

[@danwheeler5130]

as jesse's dad i can say he is calm and collected when working on stuff

[@cripplecreeksawmill]

@@danwheeler5130 you did a hell of a job raising him, I'm sure he's a good dad himself, as well👍

[@Helloverlord]

Imagine what kind of video it would be if Jesse would constantly cursing and yelling while throwing stuff around in anger, like Osbournes or OCC, lol!

[@gregbrimer9144]

@@danwheeler5130 when he got that broken bolt out it was the first time I'd ever seen him get excited in a video.

[@danwheeler5130]

@@gregbrimer9144 yea he was a happy camper

[@FarmCraft101]

Nice job Jesse. Looks like you have a solid machine there now.

[@mikeshellenberger7691]

LI 1

[@brianelliot2719]

Incredible patience Jesse! Well done and thanks for the camera and sound work…it’s like we’re leaning over your shoulder and watching. You’re getting to love your new garage for protection of equipment and great climate and lighting.

[@gduncan3739]

AND STILL.......The best mechanic on the tube.

[@richardvaughn168]

Man the tension when you were using that bolt extractor. It was a like a monster movie when you think the monster is finally dead but no, it comes back for one more round! Such relief when it finally came out!

[@totalpkg6912]

Both yourself and caramata are fearless workaholics

[@KT-TV]

I admire your tenacity and calmness. Breaking bolts and pins...I said "oh no not again!" when you snapped the injector bolt, but you came through every time! Subscribed...I don't ever need heavy machinery but I was mesmerized. Thank you. 🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@Metalmaxm]

Respect for previous owner if you see this.

[@jcgoogle1808]

Nice couple of videos on this skidsteer. Glad it worked out. Kudos to the previous owner for being good enough to give you money back to pay for the parts.

[@WeekendHandymen]

The best part about your channel is seeing you accomplish complex/large tasks using basic tools and elbow grease. Really shows what you can accomplish when you put your mind to it.

[@____________________________.x]

That was really nice of the original owner to refund you some money, it's good to hear about people with solid values still

[@haroldhoffman5689]

My God Son....is there anything you can't fix? Great job! i am so impressed with the way it all makes sense to you. To me...it's another language.

[@HollywoodE-vo2tm]

I can tell that you have a real passion for fixing up things the right way. To do what you're doing and have that much patience and attention to detail while working on anything mechanical is few and far between these days...Guys don't take much pride in craftsmanship anymore. I say all that to say you are doing a wonderful job i watched pt. 1 to this video and now im watching this one and you've earned me as a new subscriber! Keep up the great work

[@farmerjoebrown2189]

Regardless of the outcome this type of video is invaluable to most of us blue collar dudes

[@dennisbailey4296]

Every time you work on something mechanical you are show amazing mechanical skill man!! I am a journeyman mechanic that worked at the field for a 40 something years and you're doing an excellent job don't anybody tell you different!! Sure is great to see you and family working together and making this whole thing happen on the same general area!! All the best from Canada

[@Kopsu87]

You're a badass Jesse. Love your videos where you fix stuff up. 👍🏻

[@peterwellington8756]

That was very nice for seller to give you money back, well done mr seller 👍

[@AbcDef-iq4no]

This was another excellent video. That was a mind-bending amount of work you did to get this thing in running order.

[@DennyMike97]

You have better luck with screw extractors than I ever had. Nice job.

[@davidsnyder2000]

Jessie thankx a bunch for these videos 🙂That trick with removing that stud with vise grips and hitting it with a hammer to remove it was a great idea👍 Ive never thought of that nor have I seen that elsewhere 🙂

[@edholst1992]

Just an old retired mechanic here, might try when you weld the nuts to make sure it cools all the way and then put your little impact on it let it rattle and then put a big impact on it just a friendly suggestion

[@jmuller86]

yea I have learned that the longer you wait to turn it, usually the better..it gives its heat to the mass around the bolt and expands it, instead of just expanding the bolt

[@mikeschroer7829]

@@jmuller86 Couple more tips. Using flux core tens to put voids in the weld. Using a washer first and cleaning and then maybe even spot welding and cleaning while filling the nut with weld. Then make sure you get it as hot as you can without melting it. Closer to white hot than red. Then wait for it to cool completely or splash water on it. The heat turns red rust into black rust and is a chemical process. If you have ever done electrolysis rust removal you will see how much less holding force black rust has than red rust. Plus the complete cooling allows the components to microscopically move and separate.

[@onjofilms]

Binged watched both parts in one day. Very interesting my man. You have a lot of talents.

[@MRrwmac]

Jesse, You made the right decision to just fix and work on the one cylinder. As you said, if you need to go back into it, then you will. Thanks for the two videos!

[@cameronmcarthur9951]

Capt'n Kirk would be proud to have you as his first engineer Jesse. I sat watching mezmerised. You have so much patience when things are just not going right and you just will not be defeated at the task. Great video, thank you very much.

[@ohcrapwhatsnext]

Nice gesture by seller to chip in 1k towards repair. Speaks of class of that guy! Your videos are rewarding and inspirational too. Nothing better than to see beat up equipment repaired. Great work!

[@thirdhandearthworks]

Jesse! So awesome that you got it running nicely. I admire your commitment to finishing the repair and I seriously appreciate the effort you put into filming what you do. I've learned so much just by watching you. Thank you!

[@MOON_KID]

Glad you got it back together and running well. I was worried it was a lemon after the last video. Thanks for sharing your skills with us

[@garymallard4699]

the term " Lemon " refers to a New machine/vehicle more than a Used machine/vehicle and is not really something that applies to something that was damaged by misuse.... it was used as a term to describe a poorly assembled brand new product...that constantly needs repair due to poor design or bad parts ( that when changed don't really fix the problem )... any Used and High Hours of Running equipment will be needing repairs and most " Used " sales are due to them being damaged or needing $$ thrown at them to get working....Buyer Beware when looking at things to buy....Not all Sellers are interested in telling you the Real Reason they are getting Rid of it...

[@MOON_KID]

@@garymallard4699 It refers to used vehicles too. A simple Google search shows that. Take your long-winded old ass elsewhere, boomer

[@danrajkhadoo9206]

What caused the rod to bend?

[@MOON_KID]

@@danrajkhadoo9206 I think he said in the last video on it where he diagnosed it that antifreeze or oil seeped into the first cylinder head so it had more resistance than the other cylinders and bent the rod at that end

[@garymallard4699]

@@danrajkhadoo9206 Hydraulic locking...a fluid fills the top of piston and then tries to compress as it goes up ( and valves are closed ) ..it stops piston from fully going upwards..causing something to get damaged...the rod is weakest in that situation..and bends ( or breaks depending on engine power )... it also then broke the cylinder wall ( piston rod ) as it went through rotation ( being bent it could hit skirt )... happens as liquid is compressed and something has to expand or leak...or Break!!

[@gregorybondi5220]

Both you and the seller are stand up guys. I really enjoy that you almost always find the "quick fix" as well as the long-term solution. Get the most out of the tools. You did well...

[@jmuller86]

Thanks

[@rockeerockey6941]

I love your fortitude & drive Jesse! It ebbs with time, so cherish it! Excellent video!

[@saratogabattle757]

Way to stick with it and not freak out, I would have popped a gasket in my brain. Awesome job man!👍👍👍

[@kennyb9127]

Nice work Jesse, I appreciate the down to earth budget repairs n purchases... most of us normal guys do it just like u! Keep grinding!

[@eddiemortontapman7252]

Congratulations on your repair , it’s really great the seller refunded some money to cover the parts .

[@JoshuaSHogg]

I love your content. I appreciate you sharing your mechanical skills

[@markreetz1001]

Great fix Jesse! We all know that the "proper" way isn't always the practical way. Hope it holds up for a good long run!!

[@LKN117]

Thats really cool that the original owner took it upon themselves to give you some money back. After watching the first video I honestly was along the lines of thinking they sold it to you knowing what was wrong with it and didn't disclose it.

[@morgansword]

I am seriously happy that the owner gave you back some of your money. The red silicon on the oil pan is dead giveaway that you are not the first in the engine... bolts in the manifold breaking was a heat problem and who ever was in there never used the silver or bronze neversieze in the threads. I definitely would get a set of extractor sockets, they bite into anything that you loosen up because of the spiral inside the socket is designed to get tighter on the head as you remove even carriage head bolts, or even screws if your able to get a bite on it... I have used them getting those pesky locking lug nuts off that the key doesn't work on or is lost. Really happy the worm turned for you... summer is here, its just a wet snowy summer so thats kinda new to this old man

[@bmorrison0070]

Great video. You really made it look doable once you started to break things down. That was really nice of the former owner to give you $1000 for your trouble. A good guy. Thank you.

[@AdelinoGambiarras]

I am glad that you fix I happy for you. Congratulations on getting $1k back from the previous owner it was very kind. Kind regards from London UK.

[@alanhiggins2928]

Great stuff mate, I think I’m starting to like your videos more than Andrew Camarata’s, keep them coming please and thank you!🤝👍

[@Paulhuber007]

I have to give it to ya , I commented you for your 2 “P’s” Patience and perseverance! Well done

[@TokyoCraftsman]

Well done truly a shade tree mechanic is the best possible way!

[@Rgross27]

I don't think there are any machines on this planet that you and Andrew can't fix and get running like they are new again. Great job and keep em coming and we will continue to watch here in Michigan...

[@Helloverlord]

Massive effort. Compliments for the patience and persistance.

[@Dmenbiker]

Great video... Great "bush fix"... I think you will find the fix is permanent... Nothing wrong with the steps you took... Nothing wrong with your train of thought on this project, or any of your other projects... A seller with integrity... You are a good judge of character... Kudos to you Jesse... You are a good man...

[@trentarbeau8753]

Glad everything worked out for you, it helps to know what your getting into lol. Great job on the bush fix and trusting your gut on the piece that was busted out. That’s where knowledge is power and knowing what you can get away with. Keep up the great work sir. And appreciate you sharing your videos too

[@AW-Services]

Nice one Jesse, Credit to the previous owner for refunding some money and his common sense. Great job 👏

[@donnaoglesby1278]

Loved this video, things were going well, and was sitting here, relaxing and THEN at 41.44 IT happened. OMG! after all this work and a bloody screw breaks at the Very bottom. Sigh...and after MORE work! He Got it!!! Great that no matter what this stopped smoking on you, and that the man that had this gave you back a grand, Tells a lot of him doing that. thanks for sharing, Jesse. Look forward to future videos, with the house build, Garage Build, and just settling in more on the new place.

[@belsayshootingground]

Well done on the fix! At 57:35 when you refill the pot hole, I have some top tips to share! Dig the hole out square first, whether you do it with the loader or by shovel doesn’t really matter as long as it’s a perfect square, about 6 inches deep or more, when you fill it in with stone - the stone will stay there and not scoot out like in a rounded pot hole. It will last you 5 years or more maybe. Hope that helps 🙌 If you don’t square it off first, the pot hole will just return in a few weeks.

[@78fenderPbass]

You're a beast! That was a big job but you just powered through it and now have a nice machine!

[@alfonsdeml284]

Ok Jesse if your to much of a gentleman to swear. I"ll swear for you, Bleep Bleep. You are a better man than me. Love your channel keep up the good work.

[@nelseshaver2679]

I think you did a great job and that machine looks really good. The hydraulics are real smooth and I am sure you are a good operator as well. What a blessing that the previous owner kicked back the $1k! Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@TheHomePros6221]

So glad u got it fixed!! I knew it had to have flipped over, i think this fix will last a very long time I don’t think u will ever have a prob out of it. I just bought a skid steer and will be posting vids of fixing it soon it’s a Toyota sdk 7 thanks for the great vid jesse

[@downundermike8889]

Full marks for staying at it Jesse. Sounds like a good unit now.

[@broncoclement2407]

You have the patience of a saint Jesse. You are a very good mechanic

[@pinwizz69]

Excellent field repair young man. Definitely outstanding that the previous owner gave you some cash back to compensate your cost of parts. Now you got yourself I nice workhorse to use on jobs.

[@kevinjefferson3957]

I especially love your repair videos. That was awesome how you diagnosed this and fixed it without ever giving up. Don't know why anybody would question your abilities at this point after seeing you do similar difficult repairs before.

[@ajcampbellconstruction6504]

I would agree with the flipped over and filled the cylinder with oil. I work on trench rollers and they get flipped all the time. They should have a working rollover lockout so you can start them. I always pull the glowplugs or injectors depending on engine and crank it. It always amazes me how much oil comes out.

[@paulpierson2137]

Kudos to the seller for giving you the $1,000 back. Would have been nice to hear the actual story from him of what happened to the machine to bend the arm.

[@bigjohn1154]

you sure made that look easy Jesse, i enjoyed watching the video.

[@scavuman]

I am very happy that you chose to do it this way. I believe that if not abused, it should hold up, and pay back what you have put into it plus some.

[@landscapeone2957]

I definitely got the experience of how a YANMAR ENGINE WORKS. Good Job.

[@noname-zg8lh]

Pretty fascinating watching someone who really knows what they're doing fix something that complex.

[@MarkDurbin]

When you said the extracted screw was "so beautiful" it made me smile, the alternative was unthinkable.

[@Luke-Cant-Stop]

I knew this would be an awesome series on this machine. Glad it's running so well!

[@skillstacker]

So glad you got it working. Looking forward to seeing all the projects coming up.

[@alcopower5710]

So glad to see this rig up and running. You did an outstanding job throughout the entire repair 👍 Very happy for you

[@douglasmorton6121]

Great videos set!!! Thank you for posting them. I love the common sense approach and the dauntless attitude. Your vid’s are always interesting!!! Can’t wait to see the next video posted!!!

[@toolreviewsandrestorations]

Great pair of videos! I am going to be changing all the seals on my tractor engine soon so it was nice to watch you take this engine apart and fix it.

[@TonyT-lo2sz]

That's the best motor repair I've ever watch. Great job.

[@magnoliascreens7469]

Great outcome, Jesse! Good on the previous owner too, for giving some of your money back. While watching, my heart sank for/with you when the bolt snapped, but I also rejoiced for/with you when you managed to get it out. Admire watching you take these test the Universe throws at you - and you easily passing them. All the best, to you and your family. ~Steve

[@IronOakSawmill]

Got that thing running like a champ. Nice work. If anyone ever deserved a nice shop to work on his own stuff, its you. It's well earned for sure.

[@henrykaiser3519]

Good job Jesse love the perseverance, can't wait to see the next project.

[@spencerrobinson2719]

Amazing, I admire your patience, you did not let any broken bolt or discovery get you down, just kept moving forward. I hope you “came out good” on the machine and hundreds hours from now, you have a good story to tell.

[@kerryhuntington4706]

Sure looks like fresh sealant on the oil pan and new oil, someone probably saw the bent rod and sold it.

[@guyina4x499]

I was thinking the same thing, new bolts on the belly pan too.

[@TheInvisibleOne1026]

Yup

[@B.Bros.]

That, and the cylinder chunks weren't in the pan

[@jfv65]

@@B.Bros. yeah, that was the first thing i was wondering, where did that chunk of that cilinder bore go?

[@briangardner5764]

@@jfv65 I have to believe the guy Jessie bought it from knew the rod was bent and the chunk was MIA from the cylinder wall. The shavings in the pan were left overs from the chunk most likely.

[@erocksproduct]

Great job, glad to see you have that thing up and running good.

[@alexisdeville3605]

Congratulations on your repair work!

[@jimanderson4495]

Thanks Jesse. I always enjoy the journey. With ALL you h on your plate, this was the “right” way to fix.

[@htimsid]

It's really nice to be able to follow how you approach and do these jobs. Well done!

[@jerryleejohnsonjr1377]

Great job Jesse, Thanks for sharing the project!

[@bobgrier3103]

Since this machine appears to be a casual use piece vs an everyday, commercial use one, I think your experimental repair idea has a great deal of merit. I think the odds favor your nursing it thru the entire hour build and probably beyond. I support your premise and will await realitie’s verdict.

[@TarZan49]

Thanks for the hard work. Blessings to you and your family.

[@CerebralAilment]

Skid Steers are so damn fun to run! Awesome that you got this going good - glad you bought it tbh you got the know how and ability to dig deeper than most guys would when something is fubar. Great vid!

[@scottduciaume9391]

Hell yeah….Love watching you get your hands in on really anything because I know you’ll have great videos of everything you go thru…. The good & the bad… God Bless you & your Family Bro. & keep them videos coming!!!

[@genegoodman5233]

Hey Jesse you did an awesome job on the repair. I couldn’t believe all the bolts/studs you get out. The calmness you show and cool head can help in a lot of times. You probably noticed the stamping in the crankshaft cap, the piston you were working on is # 1. I don’t know which end is considered the front. Enjoyed the 2 videos. I kept thinking I would like to see you build a nice shop to work in and get out of the rocks/dirt. Like to see the house and shop going up together. Stay safe

[@billyhaddock5540]

Congrats Jesse on getting the engine rod/piston back on the engine and running again. great job...

[@alexisdeville3605]

I have never seen a n n machine before, congratulations on excellent repair!

[@ryanmanuel1763]

Definitely a good idea you do what u have to do to get it done! Hats off brother 👏

[@minteko]

when that last bolt snapped I thought you were going to lose it, but you worked the problem and the sigh of relief when it turned was well worth the effort. Good job.

[@brentboterhoek7999]

Awesome work Jesse. Really enjoyed watching this. Great outcome at the end of the day. Good to see it working so well at the end. 👍

[@stonewallpi1]

I know almost nothing about engines, but what I do know is that if something is even a "half-tick off" the engine seemingly won't work properly and it will let you know immediately. It blows my mind that the engine worked as well as it did with that bent connecting rod being so far out of whack and the problems that were associated with it. I'm enjoying this Skidsteer project!

[@tylerhunt891]

really all that would happen is reduced compression on that cylinder and some vibration from balance being out of whack due to the bent rod

[@sylviaprudhomme5417]

That was very interesting to watch. Amazes me how many things you can repair

[@jakeduffin4626]

Nice work Jesse! Thank you for sharing with us!

[@josephharrington3530]

Glad that worked out for you! The fleet is impressive. Hard work and patience pays off.

[@mikezeestraten7000]

I've seen your other videos but this one is the final push making me subscribe

[@oscara.8176]

Nice recovery. Thanks for posting.

[@melbice9906]

I learned so much from watching you battle through these various problems, thank you so much for the extra effort you put into filming this repair. 🇦🇺

[@jmuller86]

I am glad to help others learn, thanks for watching