Caterpillar D2

[@ThomasHermans]

“With a touchdown at the World Series that the goalie never saw coming”... that’s a funny one!

[@stevecleveland7265]

I think that is a sports reference? But being the gear head that I am I’m not sure. Lol

[@SandBoxJohn]

Should have been "That's a touchdown in GAME 7 of the World Series that the goalie never saw coming".

[@kennethbean1587]

Excellent pun

[@erikburrell1595]

I laughed good at that one

[@pitaeata8493]

scratching head...i thought i heard something weird. thanks for writing it down.

[@TheSagerider]

Squatch, I have been binge watching this D2 restoration over the weekend and was absolutely riveted to my boob tube on the big tv. I had a wonderful weekend by the way, a little too chilly outside for my taste so I holed up inside instead of freezing my ass off outside. I have almost all the outside stuff done before the snow flies so learning and watching you fix all this stuff was perfect. Thank you!

[@HillbillySailor]

I can't believe you got that thing beat back into shape. My hat's off to you for a job well done. Happy Thanksgiving to you, Senior, and Mama Squatch.

[@JA-ux7dd]

He always sets himself for victory. Never believe he is not going to accomplish something.

[@ja-bv3lq]

"That's a touchdown at the World Series that goalie never even saw coming." Hah! Love it!

[@SuperMAZ007]

I will take my hat off for that work. Most people would have given up and regarded that air cleaner as a total loss. But that is not how Squatch253 dose things. You are a true inspiration.

[@corpnut2906]

That he does. Squatch is an inspiration for me and my twin we both want to get a D2 or even a D4 to rebuild. We are going to get the same kind of cat so we can help each other out and make it easier for parts. Ty Squatch you were born years too late. Happy Thanksgiving everyone.

[@SuperMAZ007]

@@corpnut2906 I have a interest in D2 because most of the mechanical parts seem to be working the same way as on the KD-35 that is the Soviet equivalent of D2. Also every video I learn something new from Squatch and Senior.

[@paszkors]

I would have shit-canned that air cleaner. Time was well-spent to repair and restore the original, its now fully functional and will last another 50 years.

[@tractorhyatt7044]

I’m thankful for folks who work hard to keep vintage machinery moving. Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Thank you Squatch! 🇺🇸🚜👍

[@rodneywager2142]

Perseverance pays off. Happy Thanksgiving to Squatch and all his viewers

[@northstar2007]

and to you!

[@humancattoy7767]

Your eye for detail is your greatest asset.

[@cometcountry1974]

A touchdown at the World Series that the goalie never seen coming!! 😂. Love it!

[@paulwomack5866]

I normally just watch, enjoy and "like" your videos, but I feel compelled to congratulate you on saving that air cleaner, and using a skill that you're not comfortable with. I thought you'd gone the extra mile to save the old radiator cap, but the air cleaner save was special. Kudos!

[@dustyfarmer]

I never had any doubt that you'd get that straightened out. If you wipe the hot, soft solder with some steel wool you can smooth it out & get rid of any excess, then move the flame over it to get it flow for a smooth finish.

[@rickb5946]

Can you imagine working at Caterpillar in nineteen thirty something and making those all day long and thinking how lucky you were to have a job during the depression and the dust bowl. God bless America !!!.

[@northmanlogging2769]

years ago, when I was a machinist, we had a project cutting graphite, and they requested we cut it dry, lots and lots of dust, enough to instantly plug most vacuum systems, So I took a cue from an old 9n tractor I had, and built a water bath filter out of 5 gal buckets... took some tweeking and what not, but I can say them screens and baffles are a major component to making it work, need something for the atomized oil/water to hang up on and collect the dust. While my system wasn't perfect, we did manage to finish the orders without having to clean out the vacuum more then once.

[@charlesward8196]

The finished product is beautiful, and a tribute, not only to the original design and manufacture, but the TLC that Squatch put in to putting it back to original function. That thing has more class and character now than any coat of new paint could ever give it. What is with the trolls and the Thumbs-down dislikes? If you don’t like the content here, why not just unsubscribe and spend your time someplace else?

[@gordonmcmillan4709]

This was always going to come out well, because the original metal was absolutely solid and clean, really well made item.

[@jbj27406]

And the restorer has the patience of Job, the skills of an engineer, and the care of a new mother. Well done.

[@bitsnpieces11]

"Machine Screw", I just noticed this, but, finally someone who actually knows the correct name for them.

[@gwbuilder5779]

Nice work. Thin metal can be a bit tricky to work with for sure. Here's a soldering tip that will help you feel like a pro in no time. Only use a hot enough flame to melt the solder and keep the heat on the work, not the solder line. As the surrounding surfaces reach the solder melting point, the solder will draw right into the joint. The biggest problem with soldering is being in a hurry and over heating the material. When I solder, I either use a propane or MAP gas bottle torch, depending upon how thick the material to be soldered, propane for thin and MAP for the thicker stuff. One other tip, use a wet rag to wipe the excess solder off and it will look professional every time.

[@philipinchina]

Those are the best air filter you will ever get! In Kuwait there were areas of the desert with signs saying not to go past this point unless you had an oil bath air filter. You could have painted it yellow when you finished!

[@nena4215]

I just can’t believe how you’ve reshaped that and put it back together perfectly, especially the top, how the heck did you do that? Credit where it’s due...outstanding job!!!

[@hughperkins707]

My Dad could solder just about anything with his old blowtorch. I think he would say, “Good job “.

[@evanpenny348]

You did great. The fact is that soldering is not like welding. You have to use the heat in the parts to melt the solder, not the flame of the torch. Different skill, but you did really well.

[@JA-ux7dd]

My grandpa was a good hand a solder, he always had a dry rag, and when he was finished he wiped it with the rag, the solder came out very professional looking.

[@bcbloc02]

Probably would have worked better if you had applied flux between the piece you riveted on so it would have sucked the solder into the joint. Looks like you worked a miracle getting that thing back together again!

[@yomomnm5367]

Something to remember when ever you are soldering. The solder will be drawn to wherever the heat is. If you want solder under the big thick piece of brass and make sure you heat it up. Just a thought from somebody who helped his father fix radiators for 40 years.

[@bobferranti5222]

Squatch you do fantastic work, that breather was trashed pretty bad yet you brought it back to life once again!

[@PEThurman]

I am glad that you took the time to refurbish that air filter/cleaner. I would not have known all that was inside one had you not taken it apart. Great video!

[@stewartalbert3523]

The round bar you used to peen the rivets came from a tin shop . i'm 80 years old and i remember the tinner that worked in the heating shop that my dad worked in riveting pipe etc on one that could be its twin .

[@robj2704]

Your attention to detail soothes my OCD.

[@richardwalters1803]

You are quite a craftsman

[@strega9494]

That was a Big Spider that ran across the floor while you were soldering! YIKES!! Nice job by the way.

[@KennyKizzleRustyNutzRanch]

She dollied out nicely! I also am not very good with solder. I can solder wires like nobody's business, but when it comes to metal objects like the air cleaner - I have a heck of a time. Going to be a fun series taking a look inside those transmissions!

[@horacerumpole6912]

congratulations on a very creditable job of straightening the metal!

[@michaelwest4325]

Awesome that you restored that piece to stay with it and preserve its story, you are creating a time capsule of this machine and those like it as they are, not perfect but with the scars of a life well worked.

[@Bret4207]

I've watched a lot of your videos and enjoyed them. One of the things that really sticks with me is the sheer attention to detail and engineering that Cat put into these machines. Amazing, and probably why they run so well for so long! Well done!

[@paulwomack5866]

Oh - a tip from the dovetailed metal plane making community (don't ask). When peining a rivet in tight quarters, use a round nosed punch. Very accurate, very controllable. I don't think you can buy them, but they're just a round pin punch that has met a grinder wheel.

[@jackmehoff1565]

I was pissed when you said we couldn’t watch soldering thanks for letting us watch 😂

[@matthewq4b]

Nothing wrong with that solder job. More importantly, than looking pretty is that it is sound and solid.

[@Huskiedrive361]

Awesome skill set Toby! Be proud because that air cleaner sure looks great!

[@impressionsprinting]

You said the air cleaner isn't perfect but the way you brought it back is perfect! Great video.

[@ralphsmull7049]

Squatch253, thank you for taking the time to show us the little details that make the project what it is. The history in the engineering is fascinating to see, and you do a great job of showing us (viewers). Thank you. Keep up the good work, and I'll watching and learning from your experiences. RS.

[@ssnydertrucking1121]

Your the man! I would have bet my last dollar that the air cleaner was toast. But i stand corrected, great job love watching you work. Your new motto should be, if i cant fix it then it aint broke!! AWESOME

[@rickyjessome4359]

Great job squatch253! You have to give yourself a pat on the back for that. It came out great. It also adds to the uniqueness of this build and all the period correct parts. Keep the great content coming sir!

[@deanehill9730]

I knew you would persist and get that original air cleaner can back in shape. It turned out really well and I can see you are pleased with your work ,and so you should be. Looking forward to the next project. Thanks.

[@bulwinkle]

Thank you for letting us hang out in your shop. something we couldn't do without your video productions.

[@dennishayes65]

Great job straightening & cleaning the air cleaner canister & all Squach !!! Next !

[@tda2806]

I tip my hat to you sir, a fine, honest repair.

[@edwardgarea7650]

You did a nice job of soldering and an even nicer job putting it all together. I love this series on the D-2. As an old Cat skinner, anyone who save and restore an old Caterpillar is a hero to me. I hope you and your family had a great Thanksgiving.

[@ronaldkearn3322]

YOU ARE A WIZARD! I will never doubt you again! I am amazed at that referberation.Never thought it possible.Great job, very impressive. :-)

[@paulg3336]

You should preheat the brass flange to near the melting point of the solder. It will act like a big plumber's soldering iron bit ,and the solder will flow easily into the joint. Some resin flux would help too. Acid flux is corrosive and is only needed for untinned joints. The main problem with soldering with a naked flame is that it oxidises the solder (that's why the solder melts and doesn't flow into the pool) and everything else and makes all the cleaning and tinning pointless.

[@pinwizz69]

For a self admitted amateur you did a darn good job on the soldering. Overall, I don't think anyone else could have done a better job a rebuilding that air cleaner. Especially given the condition it was in when you started on it.

[@rickbrandt9559]

Enjoy your work ethic ! A micro O/A torch with all the small nozzles works well for solder.

[@1960teko]

Ever time you try something for the first time you get then it's done you're like I'm glad I took the time it's great. Nice job saved the parts.

[@greenmule4634]

Air Cleaner came out very good Squatch, may want to send mine up there to ya to rebuild, you take pride in your work, thanks for the video see ya on the next one

[@johnmacdonald6220]

You are very thorough. Very impressed on your abilities and level of skills

[@stevemccoy8138]

Not to mention that the air cleaner is one of the most important parts. Thanks for the update 🦃

[@patrickcreath217]

Thanks for videoing the solder job. You're better than me that's for sure.

[@Dagrond]

I've never seen such a large iron canoe paddle before. [At 2:50]

[@stephensaasen8589]

These little detailed videos are just so satisfying and pleasing to experience with you. So glad you took the time to fix this so there's one more salvage part available for something else.

[@billjohnson9343]

“Touch down at the World Series that the Goalie never saw coming”....🤣🤣🤣 Might have to steal that one.

[@whiteeagletrans9850]

thats for the reply back they both interest me. i am rebuilding a 730 j.i. case comfort king but not had much time to do so. thx again and look for more on both

[@fjr2go]

This looks great. Inside good as new, outside as 'used' as it needs to be :)

[@_P0tat07_]

Happy thanksgiving Squatch! Hope you and your family have a safe, healthy, and happy day! It’s funny I was craving a 1113 video this morning 😂 you must be psychic! Cheers bud!

[@challengerhitchman]

This made me think of a time helping my dad work on a D315 gen set. I dropped the air cleaner bowl to check the dirt level. Without looking I pushed my finger into measure the dirt, it felt oddly squishy. I then looked at it realizing I had pushed my finger through a dead mouse floating in the oil. I assume someone left to top off the air cleaner giving him passage in. After that I look before I poke anything.

[@rodneywager2142]

If it's wet and isn't yours, don't touch it. LOL

[@larrydavidson3402]

Real craftsmanship on that damaged air cleaner!!!!!!!!!!!

[@highiron1950]

Toby, I have straightened out a good bit of 10 in my 70 years, that project is one I would've thought long and hard about attempting. Beautiful job. Like several others I would like to have seen how you did it or at least a couple of little clips if you videoed any of it. I have a bout a half cup of small cat parts I would like to send you. I've probably had them for 40 years not knowing what to do with them, and I'd like to make them yours. I have 16 Alemite button style grease fittings. I say style because they are stamped Lincoln, not Alemite. also stamped 5700 and 1/8 NPT. they were dirty, a touch rusty

[@mjm7187]

First Class restoration Squatch!

[@leonardaltig]

I have found that when soldering you should heat the area then let the solder flow into the joint remembering that the solder will flow to the heat source. Great job of getting the filter assembly into proper shape and put back together properly. Happy Thanksgiving to you and Sr.

[@laneburgess1643]

Great work. Thanks for filming it and sharing it on KZbin.

[@vidarkallmyr7572]

Good work. :) One thing. Belive the upper sett of screens should had been stacked with the next the opposite way off the last. Belive it was like that before.

[@homersumner1373]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family .

[@richardw.foxhall3392]

Well done as usual, really enjoy seeing the dept and breadth of your knowledge and skills using both new and old technologies, methods and practices. Best of all a self effacing humble "I don't know, but let me try"... Great content, keep it coming. Thanks

[@ap1687]

Squatch, I'm trying to follow your steps from this video to rebuild an old IH air cleaner, having never soldered anything but wires. Could you please mention in few words how you went about cleaning and pre-tinning the surfaces for that riveted part? Seeing you do the actual metal work would also be priceless.

[@ap1687]

​​@@squatch253 I really appreciate you getting back to me and the fact that you still check comments on older videos. I never expected a video on soldering, just hearing your strategy that worked this well is exactly what I needed. And trying to bang on the shell of my cleaner without proper tools made me think again of how well you were able to straighten yours. As for tinning, I was looking at Oatey 95 tinning flux, but what you mentioned now gives me another option. Not that easy to find good detailed information on this whole process... Thanks again!

[@kenthorsen4558]

Great job on the air cleaner, kind of reminds me of the girl at the end of the bar at closing time. A little ruff around the edges but it will do. Happy Thanksgiving everyone.

[@selkiemaine]

I'm surprised how coarse that mesh is. I guess it'll keep out the acorns! I love the work in on that part.

[@gwpsr58]

As always, excellent attention to detail and awesome results.

[@jamesmann1243]

Squatch, one never know what one can accomplish, until they try and succeed . Great job, love your videos.

[@timothyball3144]

Looking forward to the gear work. I sure would have liked to see the peening of the rivets, but I'll get over it.🙂

[@crownvicky]

Wow, very interesting videos! Can't wait to see and hear it run again. My father had a Caterpillar Twenty, in the late 40's. It was a gas motor. I still have the original manual.

[@ironman3406]

Fantastic workmanship bud! I’ve only ever gone as far as to take one apart, have never yet tried to reassemble - this gives me some of the confidence that I could do it

[@markhgillett]

I would say thank you for your hard work but.........you love it!!!!! I hope you have an outstanding belt loosening meal with your family and when Walz comes to check on you, DON'T LET HIM IN

[@erik365365365]

93 parts in and I finally got an ad from CAT!

[@arthurpage3175]

Your patience and persistance amaze me. Keep up the excelent work.

[@pettyfogger2305]

Brother Squatch, you are a man among men! You grow a gnarly muzz blanket with the best of them ( probably camouflage to prevent fan recognition if you hit Farm & Barn in Duluth?), you deftly mix metaphors better than Yogi Berra AND you bravely risk molten solder drips to and through the crotch just to avoid having to scrape splatter off that highly polished floor. You must be a direct relative of those Erickson boys from Kensington!!

[@MichaelTJD60]

Nice save! That was a lot of work for one component, but at least now you can say you saved it and improved your soldering skills in the process. lol

[@siskiyouwoodsman4279]

Not many people try to do the seemingly undoable and fewer succeed. Nice work!

[@bradleyleben7785]

Attention to detail! 👍 That’s what makes a great restoration. Great job!

[@dearanel936]

That air breather looks almost new I give it two thumbs up looking good

[@ivoryjohnson4662]

Definitely “HERO” I was thinking there probably were a bunch of women that are long gone that assembled those cleaners in less than a minute back in the day.

[@michaelmcclure8673]

Just a thought, next time take some thin sheet metal. And 2 screw hose clamps. Make a jumbo ring compressor and insert inside the cleaner and push the rings home .

[@michellehoefer5922]

Thank you for the video.Next time I service our 3000,I'm gonna look at its air cleaner.

[@johnbellas490]

That's a very good looking solder job on that air cleaner housing!! You done a real fine job on that one!!

[@jamesdiehl8690]

A good old fashioned soldering iron that you can heat up with your torch would help you a lot. My father soldered many a gutter joint with an iron and kerosene torch.

[@NorthRunner64]

Good job, agree the engineering on all the engine components is impressive.

[@karlgoebeler1500]

Touchdown at the World Series that the Goalie never saw coming PUNY PUNY LOL

[@jamesrpm3920]

I could / would never build to the level you do , but I wait for each new video with great anticipation , a pleasure to watch . I do wish you had shown the peening of the rivets .

[@clydeschwartz2167]

Excellent video keep up the great videos 👍👍👍👍it's always nice to get one step closer on the repair side of a major repair job

[@wademcwhirter5158]

Another great video in the series, take the day and relax with your family and have a great thanksgiving 👍🦃👍

[@urbanwillis2212]

Credible work. You did good Young Man.

[@somerandomguy3868]

you did alright with that air cleaner, certainly better than most, I am curious about oil type and capacity, but I hope too stick around at least long enough to see your project through, hopefully a lot longer

[@donaldstephens8822]

Man that thing come out looking good. Anything better than that,you would have to call it new. Good job an thanks for sharing what you do enjoying this series.