Caterpillar C-10 Diesel Engine Tear Down to Bare Block

Tearing down a 10.3L Cat C-10 diesel engine and cold starting a junk 35 ton Cat haul truck.
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[@ictdpowerstroke4591]

Finally the worlds most underrated channel is back in action,,,,he does great work,,,very glad he’s making another one of these vids

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couldn't have said it better myself 👍👍👍

[@ictdpowerstroke4591]

@@frankwallace5174 thanks bro

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[@richardflagg3084]

You made it all the way to the 40 minute mark without calling something a piece of sh*t! Great video as always.

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[@haloondrugs1173]

Imma be honest, I kinda like how he calls everything a piece of shit😂

[@richardflagg3084]

Me too!!!!

[@joeryan1793]

I like when he got out the good ole NB#2 when he pounded the oil pump off.

[@rionstretton8133]

Ha ha ha ha ha 😂

[@benbirkigt493]

Your wealth and vast knowledge of cat engines is absolutely amazing I really look up to you and your expertise

[@tihspidtherekciltilc5469]

Best hour I've had in a month. You sir deserve everything good in life and as a non diesel inclined person I really appreciate the lessons.

[@uTube486]

Not only that, he's a great video editor and willing teacher.

[@295walk]

@@uTube486 Indeed

[@briannewhouser154]

As always, thank you for taking us along, when someone is good at what they do it’s always interesting to watch them. Looking forward to seeing your next video.

[@williamstamper442]

I ain't but 8 minutes in and this engine is clean compared to what I'm used to. I know you said you need it for parts but dang there are alot, if not all the parts coming off of it need to go in a box for future use. It bothers me a little bit just letting bolts drop but I'm sure you recovered them instead of sweeping em all up and chucking them in the trash. Bolts are sometimes hard to come by when it's crunch time and going back together with a project. As a mechanic 53 years old who is down and out on disability with my health failing more and more daily, just watching you tear this down is a form of therapy to me. You don't post often but when you do it's always a watch all the way thru kind of day.

[@WilliamMulligan]

I've got boxes and boxes of bolts. I never seem to have the right one!😀

[@diesel4life636]

been watching your videos since you started and only ever worked on my own diesel trucks 7.3 and a 12v. i always dreamed of becoming a diesel mechanic when watching your videos and a couple of months ago that finally happened. tons and tons of thanks to you for all the knowledge i gained from these videos, keep doing great work!!!

[@yowunpansilu]

Hi I need your opinion ; I'm from a third world country and i'm planning to enroll on a course from CAT since i'm interested in this subject. It costs a good amount of money. Is it worth it? What should i follow hydraulics or engine repair or both? Are there plenty of job opportunities for mechanics? If you have suggestions please let me know. Thanks

[@b.k.sautomarinedieselrepai5143]

@@yowunpansilu engine repair is always crucial. Hydraulic repairs is always needed as well. For Instance if you were working on mining, towing,or some type of off road equipment...it would be wise to be well studied in both .

[@Rayden440]

@@yowunpansilu I don't know where you live, but in places like USA and Canada they will hire you on the spot if you can prove training from CAT and knowledge in engines, heavy duty semi-trucks or heavy duty hydraulics. In Canada (where I'm from), if you successfully complete the apprenticeship for 421A or 310T, you're looking at jobs that easily pays over $150,000 CAD a year (that's without much overtime, if you hustle and put in more than 40 hours a week your pay is much higher than that). I would consider relocating to US or Canada if you can, the pay difference is way too great to ignore. There's a huge shortage of highly skilled technicians, and they just about hire any dimwit that can hold a wrench.

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One of the best on KZbin, the knowledge you have is always amazing. Humor is right on point

[@AJ-sh8uv]

God how I love your channel. I've seen you tear apart the rear axle on a big ass dump truck. I'm watching you tear apart a HD diesel engine. I'd absolutely hate to be DOING the work you do, but I really like seeing you do it. You're a master at what you do. Big machinery doesn't intimidate you one bit. Your channel is a golden nugget

[@elbertfreeman8124]

Another 45 min. well spent twisting wrenches, get a kick out of it thank you again! Great content.

[@dirtfarmer7472]

Thank You Sir. I appreciated your video. I had a 2007 KW early model, when I sold it it had 1,128,000 miles we’d never been inside the engine

[@Calvin-xp4qp]

Hell yeah, KT3406E is back! Love the vids man, thank you

[@dmcdow]

What a relief to see your videos again. Please post more. We know it takes a lot of time, but they are greatly appreciated.

[@baileycoalson3231]

Never fails. Every video I learn something new.

[@transmitterguy478]

I've seen hundreds of heavy equipment in use over the years and it sure is nice to see how the engines are put together. Keep up the good work and cool videos.

[@rodrod383]

greta would like to thank you for all you do to recycle these old engines and machines and thus saving the earth from having to give more resources to make newer unreliable junk

[@86FxBdyCpe]

Even though I will never own a vehicle or piece of equipment that uses these CAT diesel engines, I absolutely love this channel. I'm always amazed at this young man's knowledge of this stuff, his incredible work ethic and attention to detail on the rebuild. If I ever had to have one rebuilt, there's no question where it would go.

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You should buy one and follow along at home😀

[@taylor11089]

@@dougkratz5269 Doug I have Enjoyed your Channel and the Content that you Post on their as well! Great Pride in your Trucks/Equipment for your Business! It Definitely Inspires me!

[@dougkratz5269]

@@taylor11089 thank you sir! I admittedly have not posted in awhile I've been pretty busy and got sidetracked. Glad you were able to find inspiration. Best wishes to you

[@falcon8553]

I'm always amazed at these diesel engines. They run!

[@falcon8553]

I’m looking forward to the follow-up video. Truly enjoyed the break down on this first video. Thank you.

[@mavmav6555]

I can't believe how clean your shop is! Organized, clean, plenty of room, sweet set up. Thank You for the video!

[@big_mike_nyc]

I can NEVER get tired of these videos and learning from the knowledge this dude has!

[@alittlebitofeverything5090]

I was waiting for a funny statement you make as always, "I just don't understand people's fascination of putting oil filters on with a 6' breaker bar." Hilarious just so you know!

[@wraithette01]

Thank you for another great video! Extra thanks for the bonus cold start!!

[@danielpullum1907]

I continue to be amazed at how old diesels start and run compared to old gas engines. I watch two of three of you guys that work on them regularly and you all have your little tricks.. I like the level of your analysis and dialogue enough to hold my attention.

[@aaronb6727]

Ah. A very quick 46 minutes. Another great video, was happy to see the notification for it. Thank you!!

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Thanks for sharing good to see you are still kicking buddy

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A true professional 👏

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Yes thank god hes back in business !! Keep the videos coming aa

[@DougsHomestead]

Love it!!! Best diesel channel on the web.

[@danielhofer7386]

Great video. I had that sensor go out on my 1994- Cat 3406E model back in 2010 just a few months after I had a complete out of frame overhaul done. was loading grain under the spout had one pile in trailer & was to move to rear hopper & she just quit. Had no idea what it was. couldn't get it to start. Ended up having towed to a shop thinking was a serious problem & all it was this timing sensor. If I'd had known that I would have had a new one put on when I overhauled the motor. I was good for putting things on before it needed it as a prevention of a breakdown & loss of time. Time is Money.

[@Impossibilty232]

Love to see some action of these machines working!!

[@davidellis279]

Looking at the oil gallery that engine was super clean inside which shows the quality of the maintenance and oil used, these are great engines,I did over 250,000 miles in one without a single issue,brilliant engine I really miss those days, it’s been 17 years since I was medically retired but still miss those days, 325 bhp of sheer guts, at 32tons gross in an eight wheeled tipper it was Never short of power.

[@patrickmoran8790]

Hey brother, thank you for many words of Cat wisdom that I sometimes use at work, a lot. On that oil filter stuck problem, the person that put that oil filter on doesn’t know a much about how lubrication is important, especially on oil filter gaskets.

[@leonardbartley5670]

Glad your doing videos again, Hope there's more coming.

[@billnlori3149]

Great video! That cordless impact has some balls!! The engine was really nice and dry on the outside.

[@waltermacchiarella4221]

Absolutely love these videos. I was telling a buddy at work how much I love these and how much I learn and now I’ve got him hooked. Thanks man!

[@johncoleman5128]

Glad to see you're back doing your videos, miss your expertise on CAT MOTORS keep them coming my friend 👍💯

[@peteparker7396]

3406E! I could be wrong, but I believe most D6R’s and T’s have the C-10 in them. They are tough little engines.

[@lynndraughon6961]

Enjoyed this video, always look forward to the new ones.

[@haroldbenton979]

This series of engines along with the 3176 was designed to complement the 3406. It was designed for lightweight requirements of certain OTR industry requirements. It found a large niche in the bulk transport fleet and beer hauling fleets. I drove a 98 KW with the C13 that had 430 hp and it did fairly well in the mountains. The 3176 was not as good when it came to Jake brake performance but then again it was also 1350 maximum torque so it couldn't really get up the hills.

[@Failure_Is_An_Option]

@George We know you sure didn't.

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@George relax meat rider

[@terratrodder]

@George We can all learn something regardless of the experience we have, but Harold's comment is for all of us who don't have any experience with that engine in a working environment.

[@taylor11089]

@Harold…If it was a 1998’ Model Truck, it had to be a C-12, 430 HP was the Most that you could get along with Up To 1,650 Ft LBS Torque. Cat C13 Model Motors didn’t come out until 2005 Model Trucks, they were also Twin Turbo Engines and had Some Problems. There was also the Cat C-12 Bridge Motor that was 2003-2004 Model Trucks (similar to the Cat C-15 Bridge Motor that was after the 6NZ Model, but before the Cat C15 Models). The “Bridge Motors” which were Single Turbo Interim Motors with Some Emission Controls, before going to Full Blown Emission Motors that Started in 2005, such as the Twin Turbo Model Motors C7, C9, C11, C13, C15, & C18 Model Motors. These Motors were Replacements for The Single Turbo Model Motors 3126, 3176, C-10, C-12, C-15, C-16, & 3406E Model Motors. If the C-10 is as Good as the C-12, C-15, & 3406 Model Motors that I have had Experience with, then I am sure that it is a Good Motors. The Cat C-10 falls into the Same Class of Motor as the Cummins M11/ISM Model & Detroit S60 11.1 L, just like the Cat C-12 falls into the same Class of Motor as the Detroit S60 12.7L Model, just like the C-15/3406 falls into the same Class of Motor as the Cummins ISX/N14 and Detroits S60 14L Motor. Cat C-10/3176 we’re Great Flat Land Motors for Bulk Hauling, Car Hauling and Local Drop & Hook, but it would have to be Really Geared Low for The Mountains & 80,000LBS. I wouldn’t want Less than a Cat C-12/S60 12.7L for the Hills, even then the Truck would still have to be Geared Low with Maximum HP & Torque, 13 Spd’s & Jake’s (ideally a 14.0L, 14.6, 15.2, 15.8, or even a 18.0L Motor).

[@blainefyson880]

Great video. Your wisdom and skill is a pleasure to watch. Learn so much. Thanks

[@bagelsgarage]

My boss has a c-10 in his service truck. Very good engine, has it turned up a bit. Always surprises people how quick it is on its feet

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Love how he never calls them motors..def a engine

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I really appreciate your content and wealth of information. Keep up the great work and stay safe.🙏🏻👍

[@elljay4587]

As a die hard series 60 fan , cat's use of bosses over roller bearings on the gear train is a much better design. Great vid. I own a c12 so this was very informative.

[@KT3406E]

This is one of Cat's cheaper designed engines. It doesn't compare to a 3406E family engine, but the C-10/C-12 family is still as good as any other 10-12 liter out there.

[@ScarlettStunningSpace]

5:10 When you have to change your tire on the side of the road 😂 It was really cool to see a full teardown! It's always good to see a video from you

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Always very interesting learning all the time thanks for sharing your vast knowledge

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The familiar meeeep meeep of ancient cat equipment warning buzzers. I work on a wide mix of this cat stuff almost daily. From old articulating trucks, scrapers, and dozers, to brand new gps dozers and excavators. Love them all.

[@12345.......]

More uploads please. No pressure, but us fans will watch it

[@Alpenglowoutdoors]

Never knew what an oil cooler looked like. Great explanation.. so neat

[@bensmith6051]

Hey man, good to see you back in action. You do some damn good videos. Be safe.

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This channel is great ! No senseless jibber jabbar or annoying music ! Only speaks when he has something important to say ! And when something is a pos , its a pos ! 🌵

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I Absolutely love when you make videos! Your sarcasm and knowledge on these cat engines is amazing!! Love watching you work and seeing how these engines gone apart and go back together, you def have some talent my friend!! Keep the videos comming if you can. You are one of my favorite channels on you tube!! Grsat job buddy, hope to see another one soon! Thank you for the time you put into these videos!!

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Very good vid, Your sure have alot of knowledge on cat motors. I ran ran alot of cat equipment for over 30 plus years but never had to work on them, Just ran them, Those engines are brutes for sure, Thanks for the vid.

[@turbobus6731]

The only reason they put the filter on with a 6ft cheater is because they didn’t have an 8 ft.😂

[@Daniel_cheems]

Happy New Year! That's some impressive work right there for a first timer...

[@critterg8493]

Glad your back love your humor and work

[@JJ64018]

Enjoy the content and appreciate the time spent making it and explaining everything

[@davidellis279]

Don’t know how many miles that engine had done but saying it was in pretty good condition must be the most understated statement of the year,that engine had very little wear anywhere and could probably have been rebuilt using new piston rings and Crank Bearings and a light cylinder hone to bed the new rings in and yes I’ve been rebuilding Diesel engines for the last 50years.

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KT I appreciate every time you upload

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Thanks can’t wait to see your next one good job

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what a great video, you never let the viewers down, just like that 3406e, 👌 great beginning to end!!

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Your finish work on your rebuilds is exquisite.. as evidenced by how well they run !

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Very interesting to see that there are no retaining clips on the piston pin and I'm guessing the concave surface is so it just doesn't marr the sleeve with an edge.

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hearing that CAT turbo whistle is music to my ears. Diesel are just well build and so Durable

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Those rear covers a valuable, they a notorious for cracking when guys let there compressor bolts get loose, and they are very time consuming to replace as you can see. Great video kT!!

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I'm still mad about you whipping the piss out of those old 2 stroke Detroit's, but here I am.. back watching...

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The legend returns 🐐45 minute special!!!

[@ictdpowerstroke4591]

Oh yeah,,,just a minute lmao

[@northwoodacres4114]

Sure have missed your videos. Hopefully we will see more in 2023. Thanks.

[@DavidGrassSr]

First one for 2023 , Damn i love watching you take these old things apart and putting them back together ? Iĺl never part one out are install one ,but sure love watching you kick there Ass ? You just don t give a damn ,thats what makes your videos special , Like starting that old 3406 in 20 degree weather . Iĺl be watching every damn video you post for 2023, so . Thanks and be safe with that heavy steel ? See Ya

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More runaways .. KT is King at this

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Well that video was a nice surprise to the new year, cheers!

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NICE video! really enjoyed that! More of these please!

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Love to see his videos his is a true teacher and expert cat engines mechanic

[@jimsvideos7201]

Hey man happy new year! Thank you for taking us along on this; today I learned that a Cat oil cooler is just about the right size to be a model steam engine boiler... 🤔

[@JBAutomotive794]

Seeing how much more stout the injector valve train parts than the engine valves tells me they take some serious force to push that fuel into the motor. Wild. 🍻

[@sjohnson1776]

Fun video for me. I learn from watching you tear stuff down and rebuild. Good stuff!

[@douglasmayherjr.5733]

Always a great video. The commentary is no BS. Happy New Year. Thanks.

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Extraordinary detail!

[@natalieventrice2240]

Im 11 and I like cats but Detroit diesels are my favorite and they sound badass

[@acrodrigues1]

You got a hell of a deal on that machine, ... and I'm not talking about the non smoking engine but the CD's!

[@jjjj-uf4bw]

Enjoyed watching as always. Looking forward for the next video.

[@GeekBoyMN]

I wish I could give you an answer about the stupidly tightened oil filter. I've worked at a couple lube centers, and a Goodyear and an NTB store over the years, done thousands of oil changes and out of those probably 3-4 dozen times had to spend 30+ minutes getting overly torqued filters off. Some of them were in super tight spots as you can imagine. One was easy to get to but so tight I had to cut the filter off at the base, then use a punch sideways with a hammer to get it to start turning. That was after doing like you did with a big pry bar hammered through the body but it just ripped the metal off.

[@fredfeldmeier8228]

Excellent job and joy.. Thanx..👉🚜👌

[@davidwilson1107]

This guy soothes me.

[@PoteauCowboy]

THAT is a COLD start..... Thanks for the Video...

[@markae0]

Liked before watching,knowing it would be great!

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HELLO ,,, ALL CAPS JOE HERE. I MEAN IM REALLY HAPPY YOU MADE THIS. YOUR LIKE MY HERO. BUT GUESS WHAT. SOUND IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN THE VISIUAL. AND YOU DONT TALK IN IT. I WANTED TO WATCH THIS VIDEO WHILE IM AT WORK WORKING ON THE BENCH AND I CAN'T BECAUSE YOU DON'T TALK. BUMMMMMER. CAUSE I REALLLYYYY LIME YA. YOUR DEFINITELY MY HERO

[@mikep8656]

Been watchin for a long time now. Keep up the good content!!

[@andrewaird8901]

I really enjoyed the cold start at the end of the video.

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if you keep making videos like these you'll be at 500k-1mil subscribers in no time $$