Cleaning and priming the Caterpillar D4

[@Lillfot]

Every damn time you pull out the oxy torch, I think of the "can't be tight if it's a liquid" meme, which never fail to bring out a chuckle. And not to forget the absolutely hypnotic commentary, explanation and camerawork you're consistenly producing keeps bringing me back.

[@ericbean2719]

Paint is paint Matt. Its not a museum piece, and you are putting to work where the paint will rub and fade, so the main point is really there for rust protection. Love your work, keep it up!

[@FishFind3000]

Well if your already painting it you might as well make it look decent.

[@Chuffin_ell]

I’m kinda surprised he didn’t sandblast it…

[@RobertFay]

@@Chuffin_ell *You make me laugh. Matt's limitless striving is most invigorating.*

[@firewalker1372]

@@FishFind3000 that’s what I’m sayin, if your going to do it, do it right and make it look decent. Anything less is just a waste of time.

[@haydenc2742]

90% prepping, 10% painting Looking 1000x better even with just the primer...with it painted it's gonna look like new! Such a beaut! Keep em coming!!!!

[@roosthrower]

I don't know why I watch the rebuild of this dozer but it's so good to watch since day 1😅. Awesome job👍🇭🇲

[@peternicholsonu6090]

Brilliant workmanship. Earlier you said you would be quicker ‘with friends’ to help. You actually have a bunch us out hear regard you as a friend.....you are our kind of people. I started my own work at 15yrs (60 years ago) and mostly worked alone. You know everything is done right, you learn about levers, ropes, chains, wedges, and when done, who cares if it took longer? I do love people and at social gatherings love to clear used plates, pots pans, work alongside other likeminded folk. Had an adorable wife until leukaemia 6yrs ago. Married at 25yrs and am back to my original simple life but now full of precious memories. One day I will fix tractors, whilst she plants stuff and feeds what will be our large family for I know “the meek shall inherit the earth “ and she was meek. Now I have you to teach me about fixing machinery so please keep going....we love you..friend..

[@stephenmeeks684]

I am amazed at the pride you put in your work. It may not yield perfection on this D4, but it makes a difference when one cares.

[@cheesegrits196]

I was going to explain what you were doing wrong with the primer but you figured it out. My one recommendation is move your water trap at least 25 feet away from the compressor. The hot newly compressed air has to cool down for the water trap to function well. If you do this your won't need any other filter at the gun and won't have to empty the tank as often. Trust me this helps a lot! 35 years in body shops.

[@RobertFay]

*- Gosh it is so great to see such wonderful help come along for Matt on this site.*

[@cheesegrits196]

Just to help a little more. Pipe from the compressor to the water trap with steel black pipe, this will act as a heat sink and cool the air more. If you use an air hose or PVC pipe they will get as hot as the air inside them and will not work as well.

[@geesss8675]

"Oh no! Look at that welding." Your narrative is priceless.

[@billarends2244]

Been here since the beginning, in awe of your skill, patience, and perseverance. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@jeffreygilchrist1330]

Can’t wait for this machine to get working as it’s taken a while but I’ve enjoyed the journey,I also watch other channels that find abandoned machines that were in far better shape than the ones you’ve purchased which must be a pain anyway love your work looking forward to the excavator

[@bryonensminger7462]

Try rebuild rescue he dose things like boats and air planes

[@MrSEXolog]

втор видео , или идиот или не знает что делает 🙁

[@Duerke]

We don't care what your doing, we enjoy being with you during the thought process and watching how you do things. You could be fixing a push mower, we like you....we will watch.

[@chrisreed7097]

Can’t wait to see the final results. Looks great.

[@chox2001]

That’s some prep work I’m sure most of these machines were just blown over in the Yard. So your efforts will show tenfold. I see the series comming to an end soon but I’m looking forward to new series as in-depth as this one. Thank you 🙏

[@mattthescrapwhisperer]

This thing is going to turn out so nice that you won't want to use it for and serious work! Great series Matt.

[@RobertFay]

*- Wonderful. You made me laugh. It is sort of true, too. For me, it is a rebirth of a machine and the birth of a man's appreciation of self, too. All of it has made me feel good...so thanks for the chuckle.*

[@LuisRodriguez-sc1oq]

🇺🇸🇵🇪🇵🇷😎 Love your channel 🥰 I painted B-52's in Thailand in '68 and preparing the surface is the most important step, can't wait for the next episode..🖌🎨

[@tedheierman1181]

I love the dozer rebuild videos! Please keep them coming!

[@suzylarry1]

just like having a child , spend lots of time doing T.L.C. when all grown up , looks like a million bucks , and shines on the job ! This is great watching this child mature to a adult machine , a work of art. Keep working on it as you have been , looking forward to its final Grad.

[@rickarndt3895]

I totally rebuilt and restored a very old single cylinder John deer and repainted it and put all new tires it took me a year working in my spare time ⌚ but never would I take on a project like that you've got my respect keep up the great video s

[@marcbostian1243]

love it. The Wife Beater and chains to all the equipment, really took up the Hillbilly level!! Super impressed as always. Nice work.😀

[@trevorvanbremen4718]

She's certainly 'getting close' there Matt... One thing that's pretty important if it's not been done already... She's gonna need a name!

[@mikeschroer7829]

A tip that I saw on another youtube channel for masking off small knobs and odd shape pieces is to use aluminum foil. Easy to squeeze into odd shapes and easy to remove.

[@ronaldmay8572]

That’s one of those bang my forehead and think “why didn’t I think of something as simple and sensible as that??” But that’s why there is a twofold reason that we read and watch these videos (1) to watch a seriously driven man do a masterful restoration (2) to learn new techniques which will make my life easier. I am truly impressed by Matt’s dedication to detail, especially on a machine this old which has required lengthy searches for parts and instructions 👍👏😃WELL DONE

[@mattprobst6911]

I just want to say that you are doing an absolutely amazing job. So thorough and expertly restored. Sure to be a great beast again!

[@phillipdean9879]

OhMatt your bringing back so many memories, when I was an apprentice in 1974 we used to paint machinery for tradies. My job was steam cleaning and sanding! We painted everything Ferguson Grey! Can’t wait for your next instalment! 🇦🇺🍺🍺

[@wazza33racer]

Big thumbs up for the generous use of anti-seize compound on all those bolts on the machine.......that stuff makes future maintenance sooo very much easier.

[@chuckh.2227]

Can't wait to see you drive it for the first time You sure have a lot of blood sweat and tears into it

[@ronaldclark1178]

I have found that dollar store oven cleaner is great for removing that hard caked on grease. The old dozer is looking great, cannot wait to see this thing operating. Keep up the good work and great videos!!

[@laughton57]

No hurry here - to finish. The journey is everything. So much fun to see someone work and learn and work some more. My favorite YT work. I'll somehow be disappointed when you finish it. IIRC you are keeping tabs on cost. That will be interesting to see too. Nothing's cheap.

[@omegaseamaster1550]

Hmm, I just clicked on your activities and then low and behold , here you are ! Those are some pretty exotic cables..they are hollow in the middle to allow the exchange of fluids ;)

[@mathbrown9099]

Matt, I have enjoyed every bit of your rebuild on the D4. Thank you for sharing so much of the work.

[@kirk467]

I’ve been waiting for you Matt, I’m getting excited for you to run the dozer brother! 👌🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@RobertFay]

*- [ Matt ] I have been impressed with everything you have done on this project right from the start !* *- I agree, painting at this level of care is a pain in the butt...but thank you for doing so...it is you.* *- Many people value restoration to show the work that the machine has done. That is all good, too.* *- Your pride and self esteem has properly grown into self appreciation that by rights needs to be seen by you in the future...and that, in my mind, is why painting this is so important...it is a rebirth of the machine, yes, but much more importantly it is a birth of yourself...and THAT is what I think is important.* *- I am pleased for you.*

[@kenfrazier616]

prep is one of the hardest things and time eating process, but the prep shows at the end of the job, excellent job. Can't wit to see it move some dirt, then off to the excavator. Keep them coming

[@carmineriganti2333]

Great job 👍👍 Add more pressure, increase the spray distance and increase fan paint gun spray. Test on hood for better pattern

[@4707marlin]

Hang in there Matt…your doing awesome. Enjoying this so much.

[@kenc3288]

Great to see plenty of anti seize paste being used on the fasteners. So many you tubers ignore this important step. Keep up the good work. Cheers from Australia.🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@terryrogers1025]

Excellent prep work on the dozer. You are doing a great job getting it painted considering it is your least favorite part of the job. Looking forward to seeing it going back together and running. Thanks for the update sir.

[@johnenos930]

Just want to say that an in-depth video on cleaning and priming injectors would be what I need to get my 36 D4 up and running again. That would be so helpful. Thank you!

[@yappledapple3469]

Man, lots of sweat equity and time, but it'll all be worth it to have it usable very soon. I've enjoyed the journey sir!

[@weyayemanjoe3082]

Great to see you back matt, Love this project & Nice to see Charlie as well, that baby is going to look Awesome, a Big 👍 from Joe in the North East of England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 👍👍👍

[@stephenpoe2037]

What a Great Video ! Doing a Wonderful Job ! 80% prep 20% Paint ! Good progress considering the Issues you have had ! Thanks for sharing !

[@renem6441]

Wow that is a lot of detail work for the painting!! The end result will be rewarding

[@gregwaters944]

Looking good can't wait to see this moving on it's own power.

[@KYPresto]

It's good to see the progress on your crawler. Thanks for sharing. I, too, look forward to hearing that beast fire up.

[@dm55]

You are one patient human being. 👍

[@somerandomguy3868]

Definitely looking good enough to put to work, these industrial paints are pretty tough and harden nicely

[@rickarndt3895]

Bro you are truly awesome you have the patience of a Saint. I'm a very good mechanic but I would never In million years take on a project like that kudos hats off to you bro

[@simonhi99]

A great effort on the clean up and prep, it's 90% of the battle. One tip for painting, keep the spray gun moving fairly quickly back and forth in smooth even strokes and go past the edge of whatever you're spraying. It looks easier than it is, but practice makes perfect :)

[@leslubiesdetienne]

Good job! That's already a lot more than most people would do as far as prep goes!

[@marcosmota1094]

Who else willed for this video to happen! Swung by two days ago just to see if anything new had dropped. Dude, Matt you've created a monster of raving fans!

[@davidcorbin7358]

I would turn the little knob on the side of the gun so you have a wider fan pattern. Along with that turn the knob in the back counter clockwise so you actually allow more paint to flow through the tip. Have to do both. Overlap about 50%. Lastly, make sure you are not inadvertently closing the air adjustment close with your little finger. It is on the bottom of the handgrip. Good luck

[@RobertFay]

*- Wow! Super useful help for Matt...I wish I had something useful to tell him. Thank you ! ! !*

[@mrpesky163]

Yeah, I hoped that the Harbor Freight gun instructions covered the gun adjustments. Also wondering if it has a big enough tip (1.7+) for primer?

[@davidcorbin7358]

@@mrpesky163 1.7 is big enough. I use that size all the time for primer on that kind of vehicle. You might also consider a little more reducer. I use alot of that brand of color tou are planning on using. I typically go 16oz of paint and 4 or 5 oz of reducer. But you have to be carefull and not get too much on, (runs), so tighten up that back knob a bit or thicken it up. Try a little on the bottom side of the hood. You can always thicken it up. The smaller the tip the thinner it will have to be usually.. you can have good results with 1.7 on the color as well. FYI, That little filter goes big end down in the gun before you screw on the paint container. Painting is alot of work! Cleanup sucks. Have enough mixing cups so you dont have to keep cleaning them

[@stevengullison5123]

Good afternoon, I know you can do it. I have all the confidence in the world. I have been watching you for a long time.

[@jean-marievennin8405]

Thank you for the fixing this D4 Caterpillar. 👍👍 Its one of the farm in the 1950-55 years that i drive very easy in my father's farm. A beautifull souvenir. Thank you for this kind vidéo. Bon courage and stay safe.

[@needXC90]

Been absolutely loving this series.

[@justjoe7313]

Very exciting to see a new video from you! Love your work, thumbs up before even pressing play :)

[@jimrky6062]

Always a pleasure to see a video from you. This project is coming together nicely. Hopefully paint and assembly won't hold any large discoveries for you but will go smoothly. Thanks for your great work and patience in explaining thisngs.

[@pinwizz69]

Considering what that machine looked like when you hauled it home it's beginning to look real spiffy for what's going to be a workhorse. You definitely are on the plus side of the learning curve many never get near as you have. Can't wait to see the top coat of yellow go on.

[@adanfranchi578]

Matt, amazing rebuild and your persistence, dedication and knowledge is incredible. I look forward to the next video. Thank you for sharing.

[@morgansword]

You will have me waiting quite excitedly as this is by far my favorite of all time build/repair videos. You are doing a heck of a fine job... that said I do understand exactly what and why the doing it this way... its not going to SEMA or some other wild exhibit but even so, it would present itself very well. Not one thing should you ever hang your head on this. Not too many people would of even saved this machine as it was quite worn down. Its going to give many years of good service as its limits will allow. I just wish I were you right now... I said excited an I mean it!

[@RobertFay]

*- Agreed. Thanks for saying it so well. It is my favorite build/repair videos, too.* *- It, for me, is the pride that Matt has in the striving and quality of his work....and the growth of his self esteem that has kept me so enthusiastic for him.*

[@canadianpopeye8066]

Always worth the wait get er done 👍

[@RobertFay]

*- I have never ever seen on any KZbin channel so much gracious and positive encouragement and deep and broad informational help, and enthusiasm intelligently expressed, because of the inspiration you have brought to you viewers, Matt...that tells a story in and of itself.*

[@unclebuck5051]

Looking good. The added time spent on prepping it will pay off in the end in terms of making it look as good as possible, all things considered. That thing is going to be awesome when completed.

[@jamesjette4343]

Good to see you. Just waiting to see it run. you have put so much work in the old D4.

[@KUPHSER]

Look forward to these videos, can’t wait to watch this later on

[@ZmarnowaneZycie]

You are doing an absolutely amazing job

[@roncj6937]

I have been watching all your videos on this build and have enjoyed them all so don't stop keep them videos coming this D4 Bulldozer of yours is going to be one great machine when your finished we get so much out of your Videos in just watching you working from the ground up on it painting should be the best part of all your hard work look'n good mate.

[@22gonefishing]

On the dolly you made, put two fixed castors and two rotating castors, then you can push it in the direction you want it to go, having four rotating castors, it kinda goes where it wants and you have to force it to go where you want it. Looks like you a doing a fine job prepping and primering, don't worry about the spots you missed on the under carrage, nobody will know except for you. Keep up the good work.

[@tonygough8713]

You are a very patient young man. Good job and thank you for all your good videos.

[@MrMrWrench]

Great job. Looking forward to seeing it run. Thanks for your time.

[@stevensanders7427]

you are one hard working guy! keep it up! you are almost there!!!!

[@antoncrewe4378]

Mate I've watched this EPIC build since the beginning the research for parts, your patience, tenacity and basic knowledge engineering parts tools OMG you'll be proud of this massive achievement restoring this old bulldozer.LOOKS FANASTIC can't wait to see it work. 👏👍🏆

[@hobknobbobbityjob2414]

Nice work, perfection never necessary with heavy equipment...coming along nicely.

[@patriotmob3227]

Glad to see you back at it.

[@donaldmcbride3410]

You are doing a great job Matt... it is looking great.... you should be very proud of your work... Cheers Don

[@Thedudeabides803]

Thank you for giving me something unique and interesting to watch while I clean up my kitchen and do dishes. Saving history 👍💪

[@doncyr3332]

Its good to see you back again. I like the way you work.

[@brianblank9921]

Awesome video Matt! Thanks for sharing

[@BLWainwright2112]

Your doing a great job, I've learned a lot watching, it looks like one of your tires might be low on your tractor.

[@mattdanger-ny]

this is a great series. you do a nice job of filming, lighting and narrating.

[@jamesballock1768]

Great! I'm so happy to see this, I've been waiting.

[@kevinpayne9001]

Nice job, thanks for taking the time to film it and share with everyone. Keep up the good work.

[@tomnietz4158]

As I watch you struggle with the HVLP, it reminded me of my travails trying to move from oil based paint to water base. I finally gave up trying to spray water based paint unless I used a 2000 psi airless system which will do a nice job. Mostly I use HVLP for lacquer or thinned oil paints. Good presentation today, keep it up.

[@westforkranch9620]

Matt, great job on the D4 I think I’m south of you out side of Eugene. I have 2 D4 2T’s military dozers I’m going to be restoring. I will definitely use your channel as a reference. Looking forward to hearing her run!

[@Frank-bh3cm]

You have taken great care and done a good job with the primer. The result will speak for itself. Looking forward to the next video 👍

[@wolfgangfischer7422]

Es ist eine Freude deine Videos anzusehen . Leider muss ich immer so lange darauf warten. Klasse was du machst . Weiter so 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@harrygreene8669]

Great learning process. Painting is only forgiving if you stand far away.

[@kenore4003]

20 foot paint job.

[@justingray3456]

Getting used to hvlp sprayers is a learning curve. I cut the paint more because it's low pressure. Definitely a lot different than an airless sprayer. Keep up the good work.

[@473mec]

I'm looking forward to seeing the dozer complete, but I know that I'll miss watching these videos of the journey. Thanks Matt.

[@roberthocking9138]

Really enjoyed that episode, a bit of everything. Well done working out that spray gun, I can’t wait for the top coat. Keep up the great work 👍 PS loved the new 4K camera, great vision

[@KevinToppenberg]

Love seeing the progress of this project. Thanks for bringing us along!

[@neillawson4493]

I realise you probably don't want to move the motor again but you'll find that it is easier to steer if two wheels are fixed and the other two rotate. If you have a look at supermarket trolleys they have this arrangement. In the trolley arrangement the fixed wheels are at the front (the reverse of a car). Good luck with the rest of your refurbishment.

[@RobertFay]

*- Yes, good catch. That is how dumpster bins are set up, too...for good reason.*

[@ludditetechnologies]

Amazing Matt, thanks again for taking us along.

[@kandersn317]

You are doing an amazing job! So much fun to watch your progress!

[@mshaw290808mi]

Thanks for posting! You always inspire by all that you accomplice!

[@wilmamcdermott3065]

Glad to see some progress on the old 4

[@SammyFender]

This has been an incredible journey so far. I admire you perseverance and patience!

[@buffsheeri]

Glad to see you have not given up on this, not sure what you want to do with it but I think it will do a lot of work for you.

[@ravisaleh]

It's coming along just beautifully!! Keep up the good work, can't wait to see it all together and running 👍🏽👍🏽

[@peteacher52]

You, Sir, are a legend of patience!! 😊😀

[@andrewmarkland9411]

Great video Matt. Superb to see it primed.

[@danielriordan6387]

Can't wait to see the color go on. It's looking great so far.