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[@NineCylinderDiesel]

You know, I'll bet all those improperly folded fold-over locks that made your eye twitch are what caused your retina to detach.

[@scrotiemcboogerballs1981]

lol 😂 that’s hilarious spot on buddy

[@jasonstinson1767]

The little bird landing on his breaker bar handle is awesome

[@anthonytelly1489]

Nice Video right near the end of the video a bird flew up from under the tractor and was perched on the handle of your ratchet 👍

[@ron827]

I am glad to see your recovery ia going well. Being a little OCD around tractors, new and old, is a good thing. 👍Sophisticated people do not have as much fun as you do.

[@dangerrangerlstc]

That bird at 18:30 was probably surprised to see you there. Lol

[@raycollington4310]

Thanks Squatch, so pleased you're recovering. This was a relaxing walk among the iron. I also look forward to the RD6 becoming a project. Do we know how the RD6 connecting rod got bent? Kind regards from UK.

[@triptisrinivasjanardan3929]

In a previous video on this tractor, he explained that #1 cylinder might have had water in it and got hydro locked when the previous owner tried to start the machine.

[@raycollington4310]

@@triptisrinivasjanardan3929 Thank you for your reply. Kind regards, London, UK

[@ericcorse]

I know it feels good to turn wrenches. That is the coolest funnel I have ever seen.

[@Denis-tu1pd]

Glad to see that you are starting to do what you like to do. Baby steps and all of a sudden you're at full power . When I had my 2 brain surgeries 8 years apart I had to do baby steps. When I was in the air force I had a patch over my right eye and I would walk 5 miles aright the smell of the trees was a lot stronger and apart 4 blocks away sounded like it was right behind me. When you had a patch did your other sense become alot more sharper? Really happy to see you up and about. Denis from Santa Rosa CA.

[@Denis-tu1pd]

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[@frankdodson3534]

I can't wait rd6 I love it I got all excited when you sad it was going to be the next project. Thank you so much for what you do Toby I can listen to you and watch you scrape crusty dirt and grease for as long as you want to talk and scrape. Did you see the bird on the ground when you were poring the oil in the right final drive it was rite under you.

[@earlwest7351]

If you ever restore this behemoth, you better have a huge vat and a gazillion gallons of your favorite degreaser.

[@memarks]

Dumb question: how do you get the oil back out of the cylinders when its time to fire up?

[@1murder99]

My only question is how do you bend one of those gigantic rods on that engine?

[@kenhawkins1033]

Hydrolock is the only thing I can think of. Some fluid got into the cylinder somehow, and when it came up on the compression stroke, something had to give!

[@mathuetax]

18:29 Even the local birds are watching you work on #2H1768. Neat!

[@ImpHalla66]

The little bird landing on the ratchet handle was awesome.

[@brianbell3748]

I loved the little bird that stopped by when you were putting oil in the final drive

[@wemedeeres4105]

Sad reality is, we don't know when our number is gonna get called so if it's something you wanna do, get after it sooner than later and enjoy it!!!

[@cometcountry1974]

How can one choose which one is next!!! It’s so tough. Nothing I would like to see more than for X231 to be driving again but then here is this beast!!!! I would REALLY like to see some parts coming off her too!!! Such a dilemma! Well I guess I will just have to stick around for BOTH!!! Enjoy this beautiful fall weather!!

[@rickyjessome4359]

Thanks for the video Toby! Sorry to hear of your friends passing. I lost my uncle the night of his 47th birthday to a hear attack. Someday you will get that old rd6 running and your friend will be smiling down on you ear to ear. Cheers

[@justjoe7313]

You have a natural talent for naration, it's such a joy listening to stories you tell. Today's video is perfection. Sending best wishes and hope for many more stories from you!

[@thomaspoeta6308]

Amen! Toby has a natural talent for many things. Very smart man.

[@terrymumford7659]

What a beautiful day to be outside. The RD6's green, orange and yellow paint job is camouflage to match the fall leaves. Great to see you getting better. That narrow gauge plowing in your field will be a great day. Three cylinders of torque monster power carving up the sod. That will be a sound that sticks in your ears.

[@emerycreek8016]

18:29 Junco alert. I think it was just inspecting your ratchet.

[@colin8532]

I saw that too! It was there to see if that was the day she was going to get fired up again lol

[@markdavich5829]

Thanks for taking us along - That is an incredibly beautiful place no matter what time of year it is. My favorite time of year in Colorado was winter time - It would get below zero and I'd go outside at 4:30 or 5 on a cold, clear, dead-calm morning and I could see the ice crystals floating in the air in the porch light. Back then I was a real polar bear and I loved it.

[@robertkinstle9413]

Only you can work on an old greasy machine while wearing a white T shirt and come out with a clean shirt…..

[@charlesward8196]

Is that tool to open the RD-6 final drive oil fill plugs an original CAT OEM tool, or is it a very nice Squatch after market? The Dark-eyed Junco appeared to approve of the filling operation. I can’t tell how many views that this has had on Wednesday afternoon, but at least 119 people, myself included, are pleased as punch to learn the RD-6 backstory and mechanical details while watching Toby scrape old grease off of an injection pump on a crisp fall day. I wonder if the YT algorithm is going to recommend other grease scraping videos in my feed?

[@alanharney5278]

There's something very satisfying about cleaning up old iron. I'm glad you're keeping the old alligatored finish. Thanks for the video Squatch.

[@P61guy61]

Hahaha. I’ll knock that rust out of there and add used oil. You insinuated a minimal effort. Instead, you return with a perfectly clean bowl and NO rust inside whatsoever. I would bet you couldn’t half do a job if someone paid you double to leave it half done.

[@12DGJB21]

Why does the fuel pump fuel shutoff lever have so many positions for the lever to lock in to? To me you would only need two positions - off and on.

[@jmumbauer]

LOVE the RD6 content, can't wait for it to become an active project!

[@thomaspoeta6308]

Glad to see you holding a wrench in your hand again Toby. It is as natural as it gets. It's good to see you have many more projects in the works because we enjoy watching you so much!

[@robertgarrett7628]

Having been through repeated 6-7 retina surgeries, a word of advice. Don’t overdo the work during recovery. Resist that urge to get back to work.

[@nandi123]

I can hardly wait for you to start on that beauty.👍

[@JoeyToth-ti9tp]

My folks ran a RD6 ,1936 model and also a 5 T D4 1945 bought thru the military auction in the Navy base in Ventura,Ca. They farmed 1700 acres in Riverside County.

[@brenterickson1695]

I have a D318 power unit I do the same with....Friend in Thunder Bay, had it came out of a Northwest Dragline owned by Dryden Paper Company....Some day it's going to power my sawmill, built in Thunder Bay..... Long live the good old days...Thanks Toby....

[@MrBillycan1]

That will be a very Interesting Full Resto, Squatch, looking forward to it!!))

[@dustcommander100]

I have a 1947 Chevrolet Fleetmaster with a paint job that is pretty much on par with your RD-6, except that it has a LOT of rust, including some holes. A lot of the front suspension components were covered with hardened grease and dust much like your RD-6, and I cleaned up the parts I had to work on. I enjoy driving it around anyway.... I think the RD-6 is my favorite Cat.

[@shaneharrison4775]

As always Squatch I did also. Looking forward to what ever comes. God bless.

[@sveneandersson7888]

What a cliff-hanger...! GET IT IN THE SHOP! Lovely!

[@BodenPlumbing34]

Thanks for the video. I enjoy the clips of the RD6! I actually have an RD6 myself I have some more serious questions about getting parts for my pony motor such as a carburetor! Do you have a way to contact you and ask a few questions? I’ve had a hard time trying to find parts for my old RD6! Happy to see you’re turning wrenches!

[@d.thorpe2046]

18:29 a bird lands on your breaker bar

[@KurtM558]

Not gonna lie. When my Willy’s truck had to sit outside, I took a big can of WD-40 with the fog nozzle and covered everything including the paint. Even though it was under a tarp. A little oil or something similar really helps prevent rust.

[@matthughes1614]

I live in a constant state of restricted jealousy of your place. I grew up on a large property and am currently stuck in a crappy subdivision. I miss the space, privacy, leaves in the fall, the sound of wind through the trees and most importantly.......room for tractors. Being the neighbor with small tractors is fun, but it doesn't replace having the space and the things to do with them. I end up joyriding more than working with them. At least I can live vicariously through the Tube. You're not allowed to stop making videos. Its law now 😂😂

[@sambo9068]

Gudday squatch Someone may have already requested this since you have been on restricted duties, but I would be very interested in a video of all your past and future projects with a brief history and future plan for them in one video if it's possible? Like the D2 you bought senior that could maybe rebuilt for senior or auctioned off for the Chanel,just a quick overview type video if at all possible? Hope you're recovering well, love the Chanel.

[@peterhaan9068]

You are sort of a 'reverse' of Bob Ross. You chip, scratch and scrape away the layers until the true picture of the (fill in the blank) is revealed in all its glory! Thanks BTW!

[@johna7661]

I’m doing plumbing work in the house today but after watching this maybe I can put that off and go fool with tractors instead. I’m pleased the eye is doing well. My friend has a glass eye. You know how I found out? It came out in the conversation. Hopefully that’s my last eye joke….

[@KennyKizzleRustyNutzRanch]

A lot of good information here, buddy. Thanks!

[@r.l.1891]

Love the bird cameo at 18:29

[@AIM54A]

I wonder if spraying crushed walnut shells would work great at knocking off the old dried grease without damaging the metal..

[@chrissinclair526]

thank you for explaining the reason the dozer blades are better on the newer Riggs. With the passing of a friend this RD6 is very therapeutic, and the memories will last`. hope to see you get to it when your able.

[@johnaikema1055]

looking forward to you working on the RD 6. what interesting "tells" will you find to understand her life from new. do her right and keep her real...her past is important

[@SuperMAZ007]

Very useful video in many ways. Most of all glad to see your now doing much better health wise. I remember you showing us a long time back the bent connecting rod. Do you have a suitable replacement for that? Honestly the RD6 as a patina tractor would be very cool.

[@haydenc2742]

Lol...I read your video title as "Sir sits alot" So I dub the....the RD-6 Sir sits alot

[@fredporter]

Loved the stories and really enjoyed this video. Looking forward to the rock crusher.

[@steelrail-rs1sk]

Anybody notice the guest appearance at 18:29? The Junco wants to know what you're doing at his front door.

[@sprint6855]

So, can the priming things on the pump also be used to cut cylinders while running? For diagnosis.

[@davidkimmel4216]

Your videos are so so informative and interesting. Thank you so much for sharing them with us. 😊

[@rickbrandt9559]

Teen year farm memories for a now city guy "Yellow/red cuff "Gloves"

[@angrybobking5083]

This reminded me of a Blues Clues episode 😂😂 If only Blues Clues was as informative.

[@larrymilliken288]

I enjoy your teaching and instruction just as much as your repair, restoration, and tool building videos. Thanks and continue to heal!

[@gregorycross612]

I have been on bed rest due to severe sciatica as a result of disk bulges and SI issues. This morning about 30 minutes after chiropractic adjustment with traction therapy I can walk more than 15 steps without having to go horizontal. So much to do......yet so restricted, I guess if Toby can scrape grease and grime, I can too. I have an Allis HD-11 that needs a lot of scraping!

[@mikehughes3533]

Great video, I seem to learn each time I watch. Thank you squatch!

[@marioromero5068]

If you have the blade Squatch, would a counter weight on the draw bar area of the tractor help to stabilize the operation of the dozer blade?

[@gregb77]

I'm with you, all I would do when restoring the RD6 is to just give it a once over clean with soap and a scotch brite pad, then clear coat it to slow the rust

[@leecrump4614]

II really enjoy your videos. I will pray for continued healing for your eye.

[@johnnyroberts6291]

Buddy I wish you only the best, and pray for full a full recovery.

[@cjeeper86]

Just keep scraping grease and enjoy the day. Did bob ross come back to visit?

[@timot7746]

Nice RD6, you just made my rotten day a lot better, thank you!

[@davidperry970]

Fix to run series would be nice on that rig. I'd watch them all.

[@EugeneWilliams-m9p]

Just so you know the Injection plungers moved

[@charlescastle5566]

Toby good to see your able to get out and do a little. Just be careful and not do much and get set back. Thanks for the video buddy.

[@abraxasracing]

The walk around says it runs but it currently has a bent connecting rod so when and how did that happen? Or was it running bent?

[@heartland96a]

With several dozer and tractors already completed or nearly so , what of plans for a grader rebuild at some point in the future

[@richardphelan8414]

good seeing you today also ,you have so many Irons in the fire and such cool items to boot looking forward to them

[@michaelwest4325]

I know how you adore the patina but I cannot image a more rare restoration than a CCC machine in original color.

[@13bigerdave]

aw you need to tear that thing down and rebuild it like the D2 5 j1113 😁

[@chriscornett3144]

If you name it you need to name it in his memory.. like Matt trax or something like that

[@rdmccun]

Not going to lie, I want to scrape some old grease and chill too! Great narration and story telling!

[@ivoryjohnson4662]

Don’t overdo it Squatch you need to keep them eyes in good shape

[@briancook4065]

All the old Gardner engines had priming levers on the pump

[@KG-yn9qi]

Hey nice see your recovery is going well ! Say Hello to Sr. And mom!

[@bosse1033]

I also love the patina on the rd6, don't you dare do anything about that 😊

[@jazzerbyte]

What's your opinion on the idea of spraying a diesel + motor oil mix on some of the exposed parts to prevent further rusting?

[@keithgraham6947]

I will be looking forward to seeing the d6 in the shop

[@ap1687]

This is just some healing content for me.

[@kaisantiqueengines569]

At some point are you going to do a mechanical restoration on the grader?

[@mikearmstrong9899]

RD6 showing it's fall colors!

[@dieselsforlife3847]

18:32 time stamp. You had yourself a little helper lol!

[@ralphramirez7815]

Just hook up a jump pack and you're ready to go 😂

[@brentderksen]

So relaxing to just tinker sometimes.

[@jmailbell]

Your yard tractors get more maintains that a lot of folk's running tractors and yes we had fun helping you scrap grease!

[@rogerallen6644]

Just the thing to watch at the end of the day. Well done!

[@sargepent9815]

The more i watch RD6 content, the more i want one.

[@wagon9082]

Good video

[@spacemanmat]

Ah the darth Vader impersonation.

[@Curtislow2]

LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEW RUFF/ROOF !LOL!

[@nickslistm246]

Tobe thanks for sharing the back story on this RD6, much appreciation for the back story.

[@anttimaja9931]

Caterpillar d6 power💪🇺🇸

[@johnbize5736]

I liked your friend at 18:28.

[@tutmondigo]

18:28 Disney princess moment.

[@keithgraham6947]

Hope your eye is healing well

[@dereklee5071]

What happen old graders