CAT 651 Problem after Problem!

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[@MarkMyshatyn]

I felt that when you were explaining “the smell of gear oil” followed by “I have to climb inside”. A ton of great work!

[@gullreefclub]

There is nothing that compare to joyous experience of basking in delectable odor of old dinosaur fart’s (gear oil) for hours upon end except for basking in burnt up old dinosaur farts (burnt gear oil) however well roasted ATF is definitely a close second 😂🤣😅😁

[@JohnChuprun]

Respirator to the rescue, won't smell a thing! That smell is from the Sulfur in oils like gear oil, which is really good at anti-friction needed for gears.

[@einfelder8262]

@@JohnChuprun It's so easy putting a welding helmet over a respirator.

[@JohnChuprun]

@@einfelder8262 Hah I know what you mean. There are some solutions for that though (3M)!

[@tonyjones9715]

Wow great Job.👏👏

[@Mike-Honcho-]

I have never heard this guy complain about one single job he has been on. What a TRUE professional.

[@mikeburgess7331]

In addition to being a master welder, you seem to be a very high-level machinist and mechanic! Always impressed with your work, Greg!

[@scottorear6725]

Yea I am new to the channel and I was wondering if he was a welder or mechanic? Cause he great with both trades

[@harveystephens6115]

So much talent and knowledge and skill and patience you have!!!! You prob never thought thousands of folks would enjoy sitting drinking tea or coffee and watching you work. Really enjoy the channel!!!!

[@OFW]

You are correct. I never thought my job was that interesting.

[@2nickles647]

Yes sir. I watching. Eating breakfast. Awesome job well done Sir.

[@IH2016]

This is the kind of job that even most pros would be scared to touch. Good on you man. Excellent work.

[@Welder_cameron]

Definitely not we do shit like this every day

[@gkindustrialmachine1]

I'm 68 yrs old...can't work as hard as you anymore, I wish I still had in in me. I'm envious of your skill and also your drive..... Like your videos... good stuff.

[@machinemoverman4614]

That is pretty in depth work, I didn’t think anybody would do that kind work anymore since we have become a throw away society! Great job!

[@dirtfarmer7472]

That many thousands of $$$$ you don’t throw away, you fix it someway, somehow. And use it until it’s truly worn out. Then you sell it to someone else, who’ll fix it and use it some more.

[@machinemoverman4614]

@@dirtfarmer7472 you are preaching to the choir here. Most people today don’t have a damn clue how to run it, let alone how to fix it! They don’t want to get there hands dirty!

[@OOpSjm]

Have you looked at the replacement cost of one unit?

[@machinemoverman4614]

@@OOpSjm yes sir, I deal with equipment, not as much as I use too. We moved a lot of mining equipment D-11, 992 loaders, 777 dump trucks, and some smaller things too. But the tree huggers don’t like the coal industry, so its pretty much shut down around here.

[@macdaddyrepairllc7433]

This might be the best field repair I’ve ever seen

[@dirtyharry5320]

I'm a welder. Machining is like black magic to me. Pretty cool that you're the jack of all trades.

[@segomatu7063]

Wow ! Not only a highly skilled welder, but also a mechanical expert, impressive my friend all the job you manage to do on these monsters ! In France, on the construction sites, we call the 651 "La Brute" ! That's exactly what this beast is ! Rock on Buddy !

[@nakelove08]

la brute n'est pas si brute que ca ,elle est tout cassée

[@nakelove08]

je serais curieux de comparer cette brute avec celle de komatsu ou shantui ou autres si ils ont les meme problemes

[@segomatu7063]

@@nakelove08 Ouais, sauf que Komatsu et Shantui, à ma connaissance, ne fabriquent pas de scraps ! Bonne journée l'ami !

[@guactaco4620]

just paused the video when you said the goal is to “get the transmission back in today” my eyes got so wide!! holy moly dude you are good at what you do

[@rmarcin9434]

Nice magnet! Next time place the magnet into a ziplock bag.... it makes it easier to separate the metal from the magnet. Some people use a coffee cup for the same purpose.

[@zzztech13]

I'm dumbfounded! 😮 I used to be a heavy macine operator and LOVE watching your videos seeing what makes em tick! I hope you get a fat raise and/or bonus this year. I doubt there are many with your level of expertise!

[@jonarmedpiandsecurityoffic9051]

I think he owns the shop

[@garymucher4082]

Sometimes what looks like a fairly straight forward job, turns into so much more when you get into it. We've all been there and experienced that issue. Thumbs Up!

[@westerntruckandtractorrepa1353]

Looks like some of the old worn out stuff I get the pleasure of working on. Great video.

[@frfrpr]

That is some serious work to weld. Great filming.

[@chuckmiller5763]

Thanks for the information on the 3M cubitron, well worth their price. 5 times faster than a standard grinding wheel. Bought grinder wheels, flap disks, cutoff wheels, and fiber disks. Expensive, but well worth it.

[@jonmeray713]

I did the exact same. They are awesome

[@uglysteve1]

Good Lord! Talk about biting into one. You are a patient man. 😊 Steve

[@vicchiapetta4166]

I am really impressed with your approach, Greg!! Excellent, Clean and precise work!! That was certainly a “Daunting Task”, That really shouldn’t be trusted to anyone but Your Caliber of Ability!! Great job as usual, Greg!! Thanks again, Vic!!!

[@fpscoco]

I had to tap out at 10:24 the amount of new steps you had to do in order to get to the issue gave me a migraine. I feel for you my man. If you can take the time to read the children’s book to give a mouse a cookie. That’s what this cat reminds me of. Stay safe and god bless you.

[@funkysawmanwright5077]

Yep, same here. Too many poor design points on this equipment. That's why my mechanic days are over. None of it will matter soon anyways, with the economy crashing, ww3 and the return of our lord will come soon enough. Thank God I'm not working on this junk anymore, my fight is over.

[@tux1968]

What an incredible job to complete out in the field. Mad props.

[@garthadams9765]

Your the man, tons of respect out to you for doing a well done job on a old dinosaur thats been patched up

[@MrLentiscais]

You do take some challenges on. Don't know many people that would or even could take that job on. Impressed.

[@troubleis5271]

That was one heck of a rabbit hole to go down! Amazing work and an excellent vid- thanks for sharing with us.

[@phakalanep7241]

This is an excellent exhibit of " there is no money for maintenance but there is for breakdowns"

[@paulhammond7489]

Working on machines that someone has been into before is almost guaranteed to be a can of worms, that scraper transmission was no exception. Nice blending on the O-Ring face, that's a job for steady hands and the right disks....

[@waiakalulu1568]

I like the way you tell the story of the repair through your videos. A lot of times there's a lot of ups and downs and changing of tactics for how it's going to get done. You do an excellent job of framing all those little decisions. For those of us who don't do it all like you, we do our small part, but we hardly ever get to see the victory shot of the machine running, so that was very cool you included it.

[@jomgelborn]

The world would come to a halt without people like you. Of course few people have any respect.

[@Jdigger4130]

wow! owner loves his scrapers! Tall radials and I shudder at what that just cost! Knowing the scent go gear oil... It NEVER comes out of jeans. confirming yer the man again! great channel

[@Asomesauc]

I know personally that is a very difficult job and I appreciate you documenting it.

[@sawboneiomc8809]

It’s a blessing and a curse to be so dam talented...

[@dcdanger6151]

This is craftsmanship at the highest level being conducted in a challenging environment. I do hope your employer/management appreciates and compensates you adequately. You just don't come across techs with the compete skill set as you posses everyday. Very impressive exhibition of talent and skills young man.

[@woodartist2021]

Wow! Greg, that is work I never envision myself doing! Your knowledge, skills , equipment and willingness to tackle such heavy duty mechanical work, not to mention the welding should command you the highest rate of pay! Not many have the knnowledge or skills to do what you do. I was hoping that the open ventilation for a few days dissipated the hydrolic fumes enough you could safely do the repairs. Your work facinates me, so I much appreciate your videos! Kudos!

[@user-eu7nq3rt2r]

Приветствую вас,я восхищен вашими работами. Профессиональный подход ко всему и естественно результат. Желаю удачи вам.

[@Justforfun-ek7et]

$15,000 dollar job right there. So much time and extra work fixing and removing other people’s mistakes. New sub, thanks for sharing!

[@weldmachine]

My main concern with a job like this is ?? Getting Paid for time spent ??? That is the most difficult part I find when dealing with jobs that seem to Never end. Especially when it was planned as a 8 hour job which turns into 2 full days. Not knowing what your customer is like to deal with is difficult to say much. But, when it comes to money. I find most customers become a little difficult when you want more money for extra time spent. That would my most Hated thing about running a business ???

[@OFW]

I definitely wouldn’t do this with a customer I didn’t trust to pay for the time. This guy knew the potential for problems and was okay with it. Actually glad I found issues.

[@theoldbigmoose]

@@OFW Bet this was the customer that had you rebuilding the bumpers on the other scrapers?

[@OFW]

@@theoldbigmoose different customer

[@richardjohnson8009]

that gear ol' stink dont come off easy, mustve been real fun. Excellent work, fun to watch.

[@gerryduffy6700]

Wow, that job looked like a nightmare, I bet you’re glad it’s done👍🇬🇧

[@glenngosline1710]

What a project. Also a great mechanic.

[@rjacko7478]

Simply one of the best vids out 👍

[@n.b.p.davenport7066]

I grew up with my father's Construction Company, pipeline work, and I had my share that and I don't miss it

[@mingthemerciless6855]

Awesome workmanship. You really know your onions...

[@alfredorios3243]

Excelente trabajo Greg

[@shortwidgets]

This is exactly what I go through working on my sailboat. Exactly. Do a small project and next thing you know it's a week later and I've dealt with a million crazy small situations.

[@jaymarshall7632]

Thank you for your videos. Learn something new everytime.

[@rudyrivera7426]

Amazing job! Keep up the good work! And keep them coming! 👌👍

[@summersoldier3311]

You deserve a big thumbs up for the amount of work you put into that job! Well done!

[@scottyelder8351]

Absolutely brilliant work Lovely blending indeed and smooth thick welds very nice !

[@theoldbigmoose]

This started as the biggest cluster I have heard of. You are a better man than I to deal with it so calmly.

[@ruthbees7214]

Great job there Greg, you think nothing of taking on the jobs others would fear to tread. Well done sir😁❤

[@1234554321ep67890]

The work you do is just amazing! Typical job where one thing leads to another but you handled it masterfully! Keep up the great work and videos!

[@petermccuskey1832]

What a job. My hats off to you Sir.

[@ypaulbrown]

Love your videos, they make me realize that my problem jobs I do are nothing compared to others like you do Greg....you are very inspirational.... thank you so much......I am trying to share with my friends so they can see what real ingenuity and perseverance is all about..... Bravo my Friend.....PB

[@victorjeffers1993]

Great video that was some tedious work especially in an enclosed space such as that ! Great job ! 👍👍

[@jshelledy1]

Masterful job. Thank you for the post.

[@scottturner1275]

Alex. Love these videos. Sir, I thank you for your professionalism. God Bless you.

[@andrewrobinson2869]

Now that’s was Amazing . Nice work men. Allways the ways , job just keeps on getting bigger.

[@dalebohling7601]

I'm very impressed with your blending skills. I'm sure it also helps to have the right tools. Love the videos!

[@oscarborjon6112]

That was a lot of work. Dam good job bro. 👍🏼✌🏼

[@chrisj2848]

Awesome video, thanks for taking the time to make it!

[@jiml9971]

Great great work. !!!! Your customer is very lucky too have to solve their scrapper issues. You are defiantly one of the best of the best. !! Please keep the videos coming.

[@jrobinson5661]

Thats a pretty big job…nice work 👍

[@michaelkato642]

your skill is off the chart ... the video supported your descriptions of difficulty ...amazing

[@bruceslattengren8587]

Wow what a job great video keep on keeping on 😊

[@DXT61]

Another great video OFW, I watch you, CCE and IC more than any others. Appreciate you taking the time to show/teach others.

[@teasla7226]

Dude's like a god of heavy machinery. I'm currently doing my class to become a heavy duty mechanic and I learn so much from him

[@donbrecker8982]

i have fabricated fit welded and rigged my whole career ,i could not imagine doing that kind of work , on equipment like that , you have the patience of a saint ........i couldnt do it ....

[@oldmetalguy4577]

The diff on my car seems so insignificant now. LOL! Great job on the blend!

[@b.malnit8983]

Wow, what a job. You are amazing.

[@andrewcarlson9929]

Your truck is so badass!!

[@519krb]

Greg...I could hear your frustration with those tubes and this job in general! What doesn't kill us always makes us stronger! The relief you've must've felt to get this one over....excellent work and job integrity to finish it. Most would've said to Hell with it, Its beyond my scope!

[@miningking70]

Well done! You are truly blessed. You are a highly skilled extreme duty mechanic. fixings the Big Dogs(heavy equipment). I see you are also highly skilled welder. But what takes you to the top is your machinist skills. You at the top man and your work shows! You got a lot of experience and I got respect for ❤ you. The last of the mohicans.

[@russellgilson4072]

Your skill set is more than a handy dude, more in the classification of a master operator definitely on fire!

[@cmdonespice]

Qudos to you brother for doing the jobs alot of other people would turn down. Hard work right there.

[@TacticalMainframe]

I sure enjoined the transmission work. All the weird stuff you do is interesting to watch

[@johnraynor5095]

79yr old mechanic. Years ago, worked for a out fit that welded everything instead of bolting back up, eve battery box covers on scrappers.

[@JeffersonWeldingShop]

You are so underrated. Deserve more recognition!

[@guygfm4243]

Such a good job well done . Thanks for sharing

[@R.E.HILL_]

Wow.. when nothing goes to plan, borderline soul crushing.. hope you got paid well beyond the initial estimate.. Looking forward to your next video.

[@JonDingle]

That wàs a task and a half. Wll done young man!

[@antinwoilluminati7583]

To do all that in the field and not in a machine shop that's truly impressive to see you accomplish the task at hand you are 1000% legit good work.

[@moshesuharianu8688]

You fit pretty good in that monster diff,well done

[@abdullahford569]

Hard work.God be with you

[@raycollington4310]

My first thought was this was a mechanic's engineering job and strange to put a welding specialist on a transmission leakage job. You must be recognised and someone who can fix anything. None the less, another amazing job. Thank you.

[@marksweldingmech.srvcs.9881]

Man you get all the cool jobs. I’m stuck in the rafters of a brand new building being reconstructed

[@mileyteran5540]

Wow very impressive you are definitely a Jack of all trades keep up the great work 😎🙌.

[@randyharris8669]

Didnt realize you were dual ticketed cuz Holy crap thats one heck of a project👍 and yes i bet the smell of gear oil was a wonderful time. Thanks for sharing fella, fantastic job.

[@dirtfarmer7472]

That was a real can of worms, but you fixed it & the customer is happy. Thank you Sir for the video.

[@odc43054]

They must be a really good customer to get involved in all that service work in addition to the welding repair. That was crazy what had been done to that unit already. Lots to fix to get to the point of repairing the leaks.

[@Okanaganguy2021]

Wow! That's a big job. They have the right guys on the job:) Well Done!

[@Bigmike3406E]

I took your advise and bought some of those 3M Cubitron II Fibre grinding Discs and man o man I will never use anything else ,they are awesome . Thanks for sharing . .

[@rickrandom716]

Yesterday, I took my vehicle to get the oil change, and the dealer recommended changing the lower control arm it took me 4 hours to do that, and it was so frustrating because the shock and swaybar was fighting me! Now that I see what this man is going troug to do this job, it makes my repair insignificant. God bless you brother

[@raulrubio2862]

Greg let me just tell you what you already probably know. You are an expert in welding, expert mechanic, and expert engineer. You would be that guy I would call if I needed help from an expert lol great job as always this was one of those jobs that makes or breaks people. The way you handled it, I can tell you’ve been through some shit lol

[@jayden4656]

Very cool to be able to watch that repair

[@adamlambert3892]

Awesome job I felt those sigh’s of frustrations lol what a mess that was

[@leewelbanks6366]

I'll bet Cat would not have done that job, you tackle some of the most difficult jobs and always get them done not always with ease but done. I've been in a few of those hole sticking them back together, great job.

[@bpedoniquott7971]

Watching your vlogs is very interesting and keep at it

[@horstszibulski19]

It hurts instantly to see you crawling in that close quarters working with the air gauge, welder and grinder... The blending of the O ring surface was really great! What a weird construction, two compartments filled with different fluids only seperated by that O ring... 😮 Thx for showing, your frustration was only shining through a little bit... 😇😜👍👍👍

[@0dbm]

Excellent blend job , didn’t think you could do it with hand tools The Blend Master !!

[@DieselCrawler86]

as soon as i heard you say "transmission" i was like "hope he bought tubes its easier" you did a great job those things are a curse when they are new let alone after everyone and their dog has had their way with them.