Caterpillar D2

[@Pamudder]

I stumbled across this installment of your saga of the reconstruction of Cat D2 S/N 5J1113 earlier today and spent most of the rest of the day watching your videos starting with the first video in the sequence through disassembly of the original engine block. You are an excellent and patient teacher and these vintage machines are fascinating. I used to enjoy very much working on various mechanical devices but am now prevented from doing so by my own health problems and caregiving responsibilities for my spouse. Videos such as yours are a huge comfort to people no longer able to do this type of recreation personally.

[@paulsilva3346]

AMEN, Those who were born 60 years so EARLY...

[@rogercarrico4975]

I would rather watch these videos than anything else I can think of. It's real joy to be able to see a guy with this level of skill and knowledge tearing old equipment down and rebuilding it. He's like the "the ultimate tribunal" of how to get it back top notch condition 👍

[@canoetipper019]

my first job (other than sweeping the floor) as a brand new heavy equipment repair apprentice (well before I actually signed up for apprenticeship) with a local contruction company...was to put a D-6 back together. It seems something had broken inside and got all ground up and went all through the hydraulic system. I was given some tools to use the books and diagrams required and a whole bunch of parts laying around it in boxes. I had good knowledge resources from my supervisor and other mechanics in the shop. It did my heart good to see that thing crawl out of the shop under its own power. Did a lot of learning that summer, and I went on to earn my Red Seal license. I really enjoyed that kind of work. Some of the gear they had was of the same vintage as your D-2. Cheers

[@neilshep50]

Sitting here enjoying the video on my 24" monitor. At 7:53 minutes in, Carol walks in with a cup of tea for me. Takes one quick look at the screen. "Yeeuck". Priceless :)

[@matty2helpfull]

Yay! More 1113 progress! Looks like a full winter of 1113. Can't wait!

[@daleolson7205]

I love the way you plan for the seasons. A necessity when you live where we do. (MN/WI)

[@scruffy6151]

Very true.

[@horacerumpole6912]

Same here in NW WY-

[@johnhall125]

And Northern Michigan!

[@Frank-Thoresen]

This channel has become one of my favorites. I see the backhoe is doing a good work for lifting. I remember another channel where he bought an older medium size truck with a crane. Didn't cost him more than 700$ on auction. That would have helped you a lot when working on your projects.

[@francistheodorecatte]

you mean Diesel Creek's accidental crane truck purchase?

[@Frank-Thoresen]

@@francistheodorecatte Hehe yes. The engine was bad though.

[@patzke]

Your dedication to preserving these old machines is to be commended.

[@humancattoy7767]

I truly wish I could give you a like 👍 every time I re-watch your videos.

[@lukestrasser]

It has to be somewhat nostalgic to be the first person to open up that compartment in 82 years. Very different word in 2020 that you just exposed all those parts to than when they were covered up in 1938.

[@kevinmerrell9952]

Thanks for creating this content. Both your knowledge of and respect for this machine are admirable.

[@carolcarola9719]

Your in depth knowledge of these machInes is impressive.

[@todddebockler7786]

Checking every day can't wait for the continued D2 videos

[@bitsnpieces11]

I really do like your "Kain't break" description.

[@agrifan9368]

Nothing can beat some quality Squatch253 content in late evening :D I think 2 months of work is optimistic because as it ususaly goes with projects 2 months turn into at least 4 :D

[@scruffy6151]

Winter time viewing when there is snow and freezing cold for 3 mouths NICE. That came apart pretty good. Nice to see the tear down.

[@offshack]

You'll spend the winter in the shop rebuilding the old 5J... I'll spend my winter in my basement office hunkered over the space heater watching you rebuild it...

[@KennyKizzleRustyNutzRanch]

It's always nice to find parts that are still in very nice shape when doing a teardown. Even if you don't reuse them, they can always be kept for a "rainy day"! Nice work, Squatch!!!

[@irishauto]

Old man Magoo loved his D2, he stepped in some grinding compound and wore his pedals right through.

[@paulsilva3346]

Wow, you're a poet bet you didn't know-it...

[@mark9765]

I just found your channel and have gotten hooked. Your attention to detail and explanation of what you are doing is very easy to watch and understand. Plus the way you edit the video makes watching interesting without the tedious details.

[@johnleake708]

Thanks for sharing another educational and entertaining discourse on Cat D2 old timer

[@CB71SS]

Now I know I have something of interest to watch this winter. My kind of project, looking forward to this restoration.

[@MrEski22]

This channel is such a gem! Thanks for all the great content squach!!

[@junior1138]

Looking forward to seeing these stripped and rebuilt.

[@ericcorse]

I suspect I am not alone in being happy you are back on 5J1113.

[@garymucher9590]

Well if anybody can make it work again, you can. You seem to have a lot of knowledge about seemingly everything. Thumbs Up!

[@rodneymiddleton9624]

The grease became the seals!!! No water in the final drives but looks like molasses. The pedals on our old Greyhound buses are the same way completely slick. Nice work of that Cat rear end!!!!! Thanks for the video!!!

[@larrymeyers6913]

Its mind boggling the knowledge that your have on these old machines. Ive said it before you would of.made a great shop teacher with the way you explain the process. Cant wait for this build

[@stevelux9854]

I have to look forward to this exact same project starting next fall. I'm going to need a manual and parts list.

[@PRRGG1]

Just an absolutely wonderful visit with you. So glad something went right. Those steering clutches look like they could have been big trouble if swelled. I always look forward to your updates. Take care.

[@rdaw33]

Enjoying every nut and bolt!!!!!..........Man, I would soak every part in that bell housing with penetrating oil as it sits to start the loosening of all those pivoting points!!!!!!

[@1crazynordlander]

Truly interesting how these are put together. Looking forward to the tear down of all these sub-assemblies. Thanks for sharing! Been out in the field running a grain cart for my nephews so this is one of the first times I have had a chance to catch up on your videos. I left likes on the last few I missed and too tired to comment on all of the them so I left one here.

[@rebelyank6361]

At least I have something to look forward to as another winter approaches

[@digitalshackonthelane]

So excited Squatch! Keep it going, and don't let the daily ford prison sentence diminish your hobby! With you in spirit... Referb'ing an old Bettle,. while still on a daily sentence. Respect man!

[@Ihbinder14]

This channel just keeps getting better!

[@raycollington4310]

These videos show just how fast the seasons change!

[@hfdzl]

Gotta love the smell of old 90wt.!

[@frritter8253]

I'm really looking forward to J1113 progressing this winter! Good video Toby - thanks for taking us along!

[@Bret4207]

Have to add, just went tot he General Gear link you provided. THANK YOU!!!!! I was unaware of them and I see my 7UD4 repairs going a lot easier now! Many thanks!

[@timothyball3144]

Lots of work to look forward to. Thanks for the video.

[@johnwilimczyk4188]

looking forward to a good winter watching you progress on this project think i may need to lay in a bit more wood for the fire place really enjoy the way you work great ethic for your passion in old Cats

[@glennstasse5698]

Thank Heaven you have a long Winter up there! The work is stacked up as far as the eye can see and the available time will all be consumed and then some! It will be fun for the rest of us to watch the process unfold. (After seeing the Farmall project there will be no paint jokes.)

[@mikekell9889]

The bell housing is like one of those picture, where the longer you look at it, the worse it gets. Lol.

[@alanharney5278]

What an awesome feeling that must be, looking at that lineup of old iron just waiting. An entire winter of fun awaits!

[@gabrieleolivieri2852]

Nice! I'm currently restoring an old crawler too. It's a Lamborghini from the 50s when lamborghini was making tractors before start buliding cars. I started from the back housing, pretty much the same as this D2. Steering clutches, brakes, gears, etc. I'm finishing painting tracks pads and chains in these days. My goal is to put the back end on its own feet before winter's comming, so i can work on the engine in during winter days. It's a very challenging project but very funny! I'm courious to see how you gonna procede on these pieces that i've done already. For me pressing out sprokets was the most difficult job ever... i've also broke one of the casting case during this procedure. Good luck on your D2! Greetings from italy :)

[@paulmanson253]

Holy crow. You should video as much as you can. Jay Leno has a video on a Lamborghini tractor from California, but none of that included internal details. I would be willing to bet lots of people would be just as interested as I would. Hoping to persuade you . Who knows,it might be enough to buy a few parts. All the best.

[@gabrieleolivieri2852]

@@paulmanson253 hi! They are not so rare around my town. I live just few km away from the currently lamborghini car factory in italy. The one that i'm restoring is pretty rare. Only 48 were produced in the 50s and as far as i know only other 2 are still alive. I don't have time to record and editing video. Is already a time consuming job that are taking a lot of my free time since 2 years by now. I have another one with rubbere wheels already restored, 1 of 205 produced. If you are interested you can find all detailed photos of the restorations on my facebook profile. There are albums regualary updated with all the progress :) just search my name on fb, i live near modena in italy. Let me know if you want to know something else about them :)

[@olspanner]

Looking forward to another Squatch Winter. Always interesting and educational.

[@harbermachineworks3927]

Love watching you and senior doing the restorations!!!👍 I've got a machine shop if you need some of the smaller bolts pins or the like remade would be happy to help and give a little back for all the knowledge you share!! Can handle big work as well but it's a little far to ship or deliver the bigger stuff!!!😂 Thanks again for sharing

[@dougeubank]

Great video Squatch253, I love watching your dad and you, I learn something everytime. I don't know if you use it or not but Knocker Loose works great on those old rusty stuck parts. I just finished a 46 Willis Flatt Fender, I think I use at least 3 cans, but after a few minutes most would break loose, others needed a little heat. Again great video look forward to this fall and winter.

[@chrisj8822]

You need to borrow Keith Rucker's giant evaporust tank for that transmission.

[@paulsilva3346]

Oh, you beat me to it, Keith's Kidde pool.! But kinda shallow, I thought.

[@raycollington4310]

Chance to soak that bellhousing area for a few months before you get to it. Love this Squatch, thank you.

[@bcbloc02]

That crossbar is the same design as that 450 Deere I made the new one for after I bored the track frames. I guess it was tech that worked! 😎

[@joerangel611]

Good afternoon Thank You for sharing this video I am amazed about your knowledge on these machines Thank You

[@jflyg2652]

One of my favorite channels.

[@Mikes5785]

Absolutely fascinating

[@Ham68229]

A good set of pickle forks would be better to pop those housings apart. At least you'll have plenty of work this winter. Hopefully, some good soaking for the main clutch and its components will make it a lot easier to break down. And since you have it apart now, now is the best time to start that soaking process. Great video, cheers :)

[@radialorbits]

cant-bust-it ... will-bust-it ... LOVE IT

[@j.b.maxwell8300]

Can the pivot shaft be turned 180deg to put unworn side to the front and reuse the shaft, that’s if it isn’t worn to much.

[@1crazynordlander]

I had to go back in time to take another look at the final drives and clutch packs. I imagine you will be onto the final drives pretty soon. I had to get a peek at the brakes. I can barely see them in this video.

[@todddebockler7786]

Only video I could find on a D2 drive clutches thank you

[@thomasphilyaw8593]

You're Cat knowledge astounds me. Lovin the videos

[@evankibbe590]

Cool beans. Looks like all kinds of work.

[@jayyoung5423]

Great stuff...been watching since the engine rebuild had no interest in the Farmall....back on track, can't wait.

[@Bret4207]

2 observations. First, I wonder if the guy that invented the flat bladed screw driver realized what a great wedging tool he was also inventing? Second, I've talked to old timers that told of tearing finals off D4's and 6's out in the woods in the 50's with nothing but hand tools, a site built log tripod and a chainfall! After watching this my respect for them grows exponentially!

[@davidbuckoski132]

Can’t wait 👍

[@michellehoefer5922]

Thank you for the video.

[@johnlanham9057]

I love these videos!! Great content! Have learned so many things watching. Very grateful! 🤘🏻😁🤘🏻

[@jeffeyman5535]

Awesome videos…thank you

[@todddebockler7786]

Can the drive clutches be removed rebuilt with the diesel motor still bolted to the transmission

[@waynep343]

you need a cargo container.. a rolling dolly installed inside on bar stock bolted to the floor for the dolly to roll on with little flanged wheels.. or V groove wheels. some track built outside to match. with hinged or set in place pieces.. to bridge the gap where the doors open. allowing you to pull the entire dolly out of the container .. then slide in from the side to lift off pieces with your tractor.. then slide the whole thing back in.. this ends moving heavy stuff to get it out. does make mowing creative.. or hang a hoist rail from the ceiling with an extension outside.. so you climb over stuff.. hook the overhead winch to it and pick it up and slide it out the door. probably a lot easier and less expensive..

[@thomasmarion3209]

Iam really ready for winter time lets do this 👍👍 can't wait for more great tips and put them to use on my project

[@johnnyholland8765]

I'll say one thing fella you got one "heavy duty " hobby.

[@fbh31118]

Looks like a very interesting machine to work on. Good luck!

[@Mmercier942]

Any news of the Minneapolis-Moline X231 ??

[@shaneharrison4775]

Awesome cant wait to see the resurrection I'd be soaking those clutch linkages in Hope's of their listening up but that's me I had some on an IHC farmall F30 they were tight but seized so I had some liquid wrench I'd spray on it everytime I walked by I'd give it a shot it did make it a bit easier but the penetrant helped alot to maintain what wear there was

[@paulsilva3346]

Toby, will you be able to flip that axle end for end to use the current backside of it..?.?.? This winter during assembly...

[@yorkshirepud3030]

It was good to get outside again, as much as I like the paint job I prefer to get my hands dirty on a good old strip down.

[@michaelscriffiano9267]

Not much to the main body once the attachments are removed.....good luck with this, looking forward to following along

[@ccga3359]

Although I understand and respect your desire to keep it in the original patina it is now I think we were spoiled seeing Snr's beautiful M coming back to life in it's resplendent new red coat.

[@littlejason99]

I hope we get some closure on the Super M... It was so close to being finished!

[@ianstape7970]

Mine must be rusted hard can’t get it to budge Enjoy your videos

[@pdmustgtd1013]

OIl in final drive like 140 or 180w my dad had to replace bull gear on his cat twenty

[@deweydodo6691]

Hit the clutch housing now with penetrating oil for later .

[@ronaldkearn3322]

That machine seems to be in very good shape for its age. Great. ;-)

[@bobpaterson1845]

Great video 👍 what weight oil is supposed to be in the final drives 🤔

[@railroadman57]

Tobey great video i can't wait to see how this project develops and comes out !

[@robertinscoe2379]

So before you cover all those parts up for the winter, will you spray everything with PB blaster to help with the breakdown later?👍👍

[@whathasxgottodowithit3919.]

Very interesting video as always. Talking of season tasks it looks like it will soon be operation leaf sweep, quite a task at your place

[@tedk5132]

So why would my 5j3371 have the 12 bolt housings?

[@tedk5132]

@@squatch253 yes both serial tags match. Its was a one owner machine. Always maintained by cat.

[@tedk5132]

@@squatch253 5-23-40 is the casting date. I messaged you over on the acmoc website.

[@seniorelectrician6831]

is there a master link on the tracks to make removal and reinstallation easier?

[@clydebalcom3679]

Just for basic knowledge, how much does that pivot shaft weigh? I know a solid bar ain't light.

[@laneburgess1643]

I’m looking forward to seeing these parts refurbished.

[@waltermattson5566]

Do you ever look at the D2 at the Cat. dealer in Duluth? What kind of shape is it in? You have patience that is unbelievable.

[@peteacher52]

Most interesting!

[@caerusdharken57]

I've seen a "will it start" Video on a semi recently in which they also asked, how often did one have to press the clutch to actually wear a hole into the steel pedal with a leather boot, because that pedal was even worse than the brake pedal you showed, it was worn down to a semicircular remainder with breakouts around the edges.

[@Mad.Man.Marine]

Awesome video. Can’t wait to see the rebuild. I’m in the process of rebuilding a John Deere 1010 right now. I’m wondering why someone has not made a Similar clutch pack for the 1010. The fiber clutch sets for the 1010 do the same thing. They get any moisture on them and there seized tight as a drum.

[@clydebalcom8252]

Buddy, there are some questions best not asked.

[@johnwheeler7224]

I have a friend with an older d2 and the left brake pedal just drops down, any ideas? He believes it's a broken pin. Is it serviceable without removing the outer axle. Any ideas are appreciated?

[@Anderzander]

Loving these 😊

[@jankotze1959]

Nice

[@derrillbalshaw1199]

Are you not going to spray some form of penetrating oil all over the clutch assembly now, so it is soaking into it, way before you get around to working on it?