Machining a BIG Cylinder Rod for Mining Excavator | Hitachi EX1900 Boom Lift

We need the BIG Lathe for this machining job! We are making a new cylinder rod for a Hitachi EX1900 Mining Excavator boom lift cylinder. The chrome rod is worn out, it has rust spots and fatigue fractures, so we are going to make a new cylinder rod. This shows the step by step process of removing the eye off the old rod, machining up a new rod and welding the eye onto the rod. First step is machining out the weld joint that holds the eye onto the old rod. Once we remove the eye off the rod we also press out the damaged bushing in our hydraulic press. We then start machining up the new cylinder rod by rough turning before finish machining the end for the piston and nut. We cut a 4mm thread pitch external thread for the nut before flipping the rod to machine the other end. We machine and drill a hole before fitting and stick welding the new rod eye in position. The eye is welded on using metal cored wire before press fitting the new bronze bushing. We finish the job by cleaning, wrapping and strapping the new rod and send it on it’s way to the customer.
In this video we are using:
- Shenyang CW6280B Centre Lathe
- MetalMaster HPM-150T Hydraulic Press
- WIA 500i Weldmatic welder
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[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

This was a big job, there was a lot of machining and a lot of editing for this video so we hope you like it! Let us know in the comments what part you liked the best...we are loving the slowmo with the button insert 😍 🎉Check out our new Patreon Community here: www.patreon.com/cuttingedgeengineering 🛍Official CEE Merch shop: www.ceeshop.com.au 📲Follow us online here: linktr.ee/CEEAUS

[@luckyirvin]

I like best learning from Kurtis and Karen, each new job, we hear the cuts, we hear the instruction, and Karen brings it all alive.

[@Murphyslawfarm]

Have a good weekend Karen and Kurtis

[@randytravis3998]

Great work on the work that go's into each video Homeless has gotten better in the video dept he has great views .. neat to see what a dog sees love the slowmo ..

[@jarnosaarinen4583]

Bloody Brilliant!

[@keithneumann3724]

was wonderimg, heat effects alot, must have been a long coool time

[@ghostdog662]

"It's 3.7m long, or 12 banana leaves" Curtis putting things in an understandable perspective

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

got to keep things accurate 😂👍

[@chrisjohnson4165]

Yes, I liked the banana leaves. It's nice to keep the old units alive. Furlongs, firkins and banana leaves.

[@markfryer9880]

@@chrisjohnson4165 Don't forget Possum Pelts!

[@samleigh7817]

@@markfryer9880 platypus pelts in Australia, wombat willies?

[@3dwezzy740]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@alargecookie]

The best part of this whole channel, aside from Homie and Giggles, is that we're watching a master of their craft who can achieve and expects near perfection from himself - Every. Damn. Time. It's more than a little bit humbling.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

wow thanks mate for saying so, i just like to get in and give it a go, I've never been one to half ass something always use full ass 😂👍

[@alargecookie]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering sounds like another t-shirt "always use full ass"

[@Eric-dr5bj]

@@alargecookie never half ass two things when you can whole ass one

[@lesray5788]

"Giggles"....lol

[@mikedee8876]

lets not forget George

[@Biffo1262]

Aside from the skilled engineering in these videos can we take a moment to appreciate the level of expertise in the camera work, editing and professional level of presentation shown in every video. This the level ALL KZbinrs should strive to achieve. Thank you for all your efforts. This grumpy old fella appreciates the efforts you put in.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

hey mate thanks very much for the great comment we appreciate it!

[@tonydoggett7627]

I liked the clock placement whilst welding!

[@leddielive]

Yes Steven Booth I do mean you.

[@michaelc.3812]

Karen truly is quite skilled and has artistic talent with her videography and her editing!

[@jonbutcher9805]

I cannot imagine the capital investment required for this type of business. Can you think of turning away clients because you don't have a machine big enough. So you have to gamble on how much machine you need. That's got give some sleepless nights worrying.

[@blackdragonxtra]

0:49 This is one of my favorite things about this channel. The little nuggets of information about just how and WHY these parts are used the way they are are solid gold.

[@davehine724]

Karen, Your camera work is fantastic but the split screen is above and beyond. Thank you for the hours I know this takes! Oh and Kurtis, you're pretty good at what you do too.🙂

[@chriskirkemo2522]

The split screen is great.

[@saturninagoetter9535]

I wasn't financial free until my 40's and I'm still in my 40's, bought my third house already, earn on a monthly through passive income, and got 4 out of 5 goals, just hope it encourages someone that it doesn't matter if you don't have any of them right now, you can start TODAY regardless your age INVEST and change your future! Investing in the financial market is a grand choice I made. Great video! Thanks for sharing! Very inspiring! love this.

[@markm3708]

March last year, I started an investment with Ms Tracy Britt, I invested 9000aud which I went into her short-time trading and she helped me clear my Bank dept over 62,700.

[@rosanayikk1235]

@Ramiro Fiallos Please do you mind sharing any means of reaching out to her easily? I'm really interested i believe this is genuine.

[@kennethdave6671]

I love the fact you stressed on the words grabbing opportunities. But how will one know what to focus on, last year I invested into gold and got nothing meaningful.

[@JanMichaelRossi]

I have never machined anything in my life. I don't even know how I stumbled upon your channel. I am just fascinated by the sheer level mastery over one's craft exhibited in these videos. Your skill and expertise are inspiring to me.

[@soulbrothers7789]

Whe you used to do it, it's like you are doing door hinges. First time it's scary but third time it's routine. Remember my first time machining drive shaft for ship oil tanker, oh my Good i was scared but when it was finished i was so relieved.

[@klimakleberwegreisser]

it's my profession, and even in my holidays im watching this stuff lol

[@matthewhopkins7042]

Yet this bloke is being displaced in his own homeland by his government with endless migration of scab labour to drive down the living wage so the megacorps continue to get filthy rich and the poor stay poor. From 100% in 1979 to 37% in 2012.

[@utha2665]

Likewise, it's fascinating. I've been in mining for over 20 years and never knew what was involved in these types of repairs.

[@gmandriving]

I’m surprised discovery channel hasn’t approached you yet pal for your own show, I’ve never watched something so much. It’s really good watching someone who is so professional and dedicated to excellence. Good job man.

[@billjamison2877]

It's people like you that keep the world moving! Hard work and the personal satisfaction of a job well done. Fantastic video as usual!

[@kevina.4036]

Ah yes nothing like a BIG ROD first thing in the morning.

[@LumpyFPV]

🫡

[@robertwest3093]

Isn't that what she said? 😁

[@devonrongotoa-owen2837]

@@robertwest3093 could be that's what he said🤣

[@jkaeklolber]

Nothing like watching a big rod being shaped before bed

[@steveg8337]

Really, how old are you...

[@Paddington60]

I am more convinced than ever that Kurtis' Superpower is being able to see the centre of gravity of anything he is going to raise off the ground. I was wondering about that tool post, not up to CEE spec. Great work on the filming and editing Giggler. Thank you Kurtis, Giggler, and Homey!

[@timothyball3144]

He may be that good, but I think the one with the superpower is Karen with her editing.

[@jix177]

Was thinking the same, a remarkable knack of finding the centre of gravity every time, very impressive!

[@TheWhatman21]

I'm a millwright and move stuff like this all the time, you kinda learn to see the center of gravity, he does this daily im sure he has learned it

[@vtecro1826]

Jim Sim... as tradesman joinery cabinet maker old school .. it is a pleasure to watch someone who knows what he is doing using good large equipment with pride in the result you deserve success in your business good video thanks my brother a ships 1st engineer is also impressed

[@mikeyliah]

It’s a tossup as to what’s the most impressive: Shop’s strategic growth and financial planning acuity; Kurtis’ engineering, machining, welding skills; Karen’s impeccable production. If there are awards for KZbin production, Karen should get one. Thanks to you both! I so look forward to Fridays. Michael from Texas, USA.

[@jeez297]

This

[@eamonnquinn9585]

A joy to see the thread cutting and the old school double check on the pitch with a sharpe :-)

[@rolanddansereau6947]

As always, your videos are so interesting and informative. You seem to make things with so much ease and accuracy. The camera close up work is amazingly so vivid and clear. Awesome work Karen. Love watching both of you work, time flies by when I watch your videos. Keep up the great work both of you. PS: I love watching Homie run around with the camera mounted on his back harness.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

hey mate what a great comment to read, glad you enjoyed it!

[@MadMathMike]

4:56 I was VERY curious about this, so thank you for taking time to explain how sturdy that live center really is! 👍🙂

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Glad it was helpful!

[@philho122]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering Oh yes, I had the same Question and now I have the answer!

[@TheStealthbob]

@@philho122 It just doesn't look right eh? That is a hella lot of force on one small point all stabilized by a bearing. It simply impressive.

[@mrz80]

@@TheStealthbob Must be one heck of a beefy bearing in that center

[@ironriverengineering9662]

The top quality, and pride you take in every job inspires me to do the same in my career. Most of the crew in my shop couldn’t care less about their work, and management is too afraid to crack down on them due to a number of different reasons. It’s tough to keep my head up some days, but seeing people around the world who care and are a great learning resource helps tremendously.

[@mikebryan544]

Good shout mate, go into work and show them how its done!

[@hikanthus]

watching those huge threads get cut is mesmerizing. incredible work, as always.

[@aaronpreston47]

I love the split screen shot of you at the controls and the view of the tool cutting. I really puts into perspective the hand-eye coordination you need to operate. Fantastic videos as always. Have a great weekend you three!

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

glad you liked that!

[@k-postma]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering Yeah the split screen stuff is really cool! I think people definitely want to see more of that in the future!

[@johncoops6897]

Agreed in the split screen, that is great editing and helpful for viewers. One shot looked like it would have been better with the screens reversed, so the feed directions made more sense.

[@jbonegw]

Agreed. More please.

[@feynthefallen]

Definitely more split screen please.

[@vincenthumphreys6566]

Thanks for explaining the reasons for the cylinders orientation civil/mining!

[@raynerfpv2471]

The blue tape to avoid the chips going in between the steady bearings and the shaft was brilliant, It`s awesome to see how other machinists go about doing things

[@emiliosolis5056]

Man that is one hell of a rod, I see Karen is getting fancy with her editing and Homey is also helping out great work from all of you.

[@BlueSpark-vy3fd]

You guys get better and better at showing us how it's done! I really like the split screen section (superb editing Karen), real time clock that shows Kurtis doing an amazing continuous 2 hour weld, and of course the awesome Homey Cam so we can smile even through the break 👍👍👍

[@davidt8438]

I’ll bet the people who send these to you to repair think there’s a whole crew working on this to complete the job while it’s just you! One incredibly talented individual.

[@ColKorn1965]

The Homie-Cam was great!

[@DonLuc23]

I am always amazed at the level of creativity shown in the vodeography and editing, right on par with top studios anywhere. Yeah, Kurtis does the machining, but, the videographer brings it to life. Always perfect lighting, focus and emphasis on the action. Thanks to both.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

wow thank you so much!!

[@DonLuc23]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering You're welcome, and all this without a team of writers, directors, lighting techs, audio techs, or editors.

[@johndavies2396]

Totally agree but I think the safety officer needs a steady cam many thanks for superb videos

[@mikeworkman3593]

1000 percent agree with this statement!!!

[@alro2434]

@@johndavies2396 The steady cam was a great innovation, but the video focus & frame stabilizing whatever the real tech name is, all done electronically, is simply amazing & getting a real workout from the dog's collar. Also, the on the job training of the video-ographer has shown excellent results!

[@louisbilella529]

Love “Chopper”, it is so cool that every time there is an issue you just seem to make the required tool for the exact situation.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

right on!

[@gunfisher4661]

That`s the benefits of knowing what the hell your doing.

[@bradmcgrath358]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering I call it 'getting shit done' There are some trades people who can get shit done You are one of those people.

[@jbonegw]

I know that he makes parts and tools all the time but it still amazes me that he can make parts and tools. If I need a new hammer I have to run to the hardware store. 😂

[@masondegaulle5731]

I'll sometimes spend a couple hours making a bespoke box trammel to mark one or two lines, spent a day making a jig for a handful of otherwise tricky cuts more than a few times. Makes the difference between average and excellence.

[@brianperkins4239]

I have to say this is one of my favorite channels after a long day of work. Your expertise as a team, between the machining and the filming and editing side, shows a true workmanship that is a dying trait in todays society. I can honestly say i look forward to every video you release and on many occasions go back and watch previous videos multiple times. The humor in your videos as well as the outtakes crack me up and just lets everyone know your real people. Homeless is another reason to come back every time a video drops. But, i have to say the biggest thing i appreciate about you and your channel is your ability to keep your private life and business life separate. i think to many people put to much of themselves out there on the web just to gain a few more subs, likes and views but is it worth it. I like the fact that you two keep your personal life off the camera and leave people guessing. Dont ever let anyone take that from you or convince you otherwise unless its your choice.

[@RobertStanton-7440]

Never get tired of watching threads being cut

[@Gjed16]

45:06 Gesundheit! Outstanding work! So impressive how Karen continues to elevate the videography. You have already achieved such excellence, yet you continue to surpass previous masterpieces on a regular basis. Thanks to BOTH of you for sharing your work with us all.

[@francisschweitzer8431]

After all…. She is “KZbin QUALIFIED”… she does great work.

[@MagickRoger]

Friday Night, Dinner, Beer and CEE Video. Awesome :)

[@scottmclennan6114]

Watching that threading insert go to work is terrific. Amazing to think of a huge piece of metal like that being turned into a big bolt.

[@lightningstrikestwice6302]

I'm a retired heavy-duty / equipment mechanic. I stumbled upon this channel as well and been fascinated! About the quality of his work. The way he takes care of his shop, his equipment, attention to detail and concern with the customer's expense. The fact that he does it all with no other shop Personnel was amazing. He has his safety coordinator, his dog in the shop plus his supervisorial staff, the birds. They do a great job!

[@fredfarnackle5455]

Nice split-screen shots and great super-slo-mo work, Karen! Homey's GoPro works well, as long as he remembers to duck going under things. Nice to see a thread cut the proper way, as I was taught 64 years ago.👍👍👍

[@alro2434]

I used the compound at 60 & a thread chaser. I believe his compound is set for stability, only using the cross-feed for depth. Also, reversing all the way back, not disengaging half-nuts, to make the next cut, was that because of no thread chaser or not trusting the ;new' machine?

[@maxcactus7]

The best start to a Friday morning in California is a new CEE video! Love your work, professionalism and attention to detail, Kurtis. Ditto, Karen's camera and editing work. You two are a GREAT team!

[@alfonsoalonzo]

what part of California do you live in that 11:40 PM is morning time lol

[@craigsowers8456]

You beat me to the punch over here in the French Riviera ... always great to have a new CEE vid to go with my Coffee ... any day of the week !!!

[@BrassLock]

It's 3:17 pm in Chiang Mai right now, and I just enjoyed a delicious afternoon coffee, a scone and CEE's marvellous video 😁

[@genecollier576]

Kudos to your camera person. (Wife) You have a keeper there with you.

[@hgbugalou]

Kurtis is definitely on my top 10 KZbinr go-team for the apocalypse.

[@k-postma]

Nothing better than an big rod in the big lathe! It is probably the most iconic thing about your channel. You must be relieved when this project was done and out of the door. I was also kind off nervous about making a mistake and screwing the material. But you handled it really well as always!

[@agnius3878]

It is all video editing. One rod costs about 2000dollars. He said "about 10000" - so it was 5 attempts to succeed.:) NOT

[@grahamsexton4617]

If ever there was a team, you and Karen are it..! Your skills and experience make what you do look so easy and Karen captures it so well and puts out a superb video for us to marvel at. That big lathe performed beautifully and handled all that mass with no apparent problems. I love watching big machines doing precision work by people who clearly have been there before. Can't wait for next Friday to arrive. 🥰

[@JoakimKanon]

”We have no outtakes!” Over three minutes left of video. 🤩

[@bertschb]

Fantastic photography Karen! The close ups. The split screens. The editing. You are getting soooo good at this! And of course Kurtis, your work is so fascinating to watch. Just a job for you. Entertainment for us! Thanks for sharing your lives with us folks stuck in the snow way up north (central Oregon, US).

[@bijiont942]

Another CEE Friday, always love the hard work you both put in and the wealth of information you give us.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@stevenlatham4397]

I found myself thinking a few times “I wonder if he misses that quick change tool post yet?” and then I watched the outtakes. You guys once again are nothing less than impressive.

[@mikekregel135]

Can we take a moment to applaud that this channel got over 250,000 people to take almost an hour out of their day to watch your video within 22 hrs of being posted ! Amazing haha great video 👍

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Seriously awesome, we are very grateful for all the support of our viewers!

[@bdkj3e]

I would absolutely love to see the analytics of a video like this.

[@_AmorFisH_]

The world will stop without machinists, respect to all of you out there.

[@stijn2659]

Really love this content! For me does CEE Fridays highlight how amazing engineering is, and how much more these jobs should be appreciated... Yes university is great, but jobs like this should get more respect for practical solution thinking! Keep up the good work!

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Couldn't agree more!

[@Dug6666666]

What I like about what you show is the added feeling of consequence if you get it wrong, it is more than just content. From a machinist point of view it is more engaging and relatable. Informatively presented contend as ever.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

great comment thank you!

[@dizzychoonz]

im 53 now and apprentice trained in most machining aspects. (lathe/mill/cnc variants) after spending 20 years in the profession i left to join the Military and after much stress and a good sized nervous breakdown im happy to be back in engineering again. nothing quite this size , but its still brown trousers time when you're working on supplied billets or customer parts as opposed to stock. thanks for this guys , its refreshing to see large engineering again, ive missed it and appreciate the skill and time involved. also great editing ang camera work too.. everything is spot on.

[@barryboyd7973]

Excellent machining Curtis! You guys are so good at what you do. It looks like you both really enjoy each other and your work. It doesn’t get much better than that!

[@gregorywells7905]

I've watched a lot of your videos and believe this one has the best camera work and editing of all of them. Congrats! Kurtis, I know you prefer to work alone (and I am continuously amazed that you can handle such large work by yourself) but please think about the fact that your fabulous knowledge and experience really needs to be passed on. None of us are promised tomorrow. There has to be someone who would share your work ethic and determination that you could bring into your shop.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Wow thanks for saying so, glad you enjoyed it! Kurtis likes to think he's passing that knowledge on to many thousands of people around the world

[@gregorywells7905]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering And he's not wrong in that opinion. But having a trusted assistant would allow Kurtis to delegate the 'grunt' work and focus on the stuff that he does best. For example, his talents and time are wasted sweeping the floor. Just my opinion.

[@al1sa920]

@@gregorywells7905 I would love sweeping the floor in this facility lol

[@ronmcmurray1954]

iv'e learned a few things watching your videos that help me do more stuff on my 9x20 lathe and benchtop mill. your vids are a real help to this hobby fabricator. thanks alot. ron

[@jeremythelander5024]

I like the alternative "pen pass" instead of the scratch pass. Nerves of steel cutting those threads in that high $$$ piece. And the fit of the nut at the end was amazing!! Nice work.

[@courier11sec]

Another big project! I really like the split screen, multi angle shots. I'm sure they are a lot more work, so I just wanted to mention it. Oh and of course the new Homey-cam is brilliant! Thanks as always for sharing your adventures. 🙂

[@ManiacMitrandir]

Greetings! I will not be surprise if your videos are used as repair guides or something! Yes, tools and materials, preferable by specialists may be different, but style, approach and support (Karen and Homie, this is for you!) - that's the stuff! Keep it up! P.S. Sorry for bad grammar, not my strong side)))

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

hey mate we have had people in all different fields tell us they use the videos for training

[@harold1573]

Love the dog. Such unbridled enthusiasm makes me feel good. Good luck on your endeavors!

[@russianbear2]

It's so beautiful to see real master doing staff and make it look so easy while you have problem screwing shelf to the wall.

[@Gena_1309]

Спасибо. Как всегда все на высшем уровне, в том числе и работа оператора.

[@hunterfly1399]

cмотрю его больше года. перень с руками из правильного места

[@murraydaniels3377]

As I am retired Electrician who loves watching other tradies who use their hand skills well and efficently. I have two lathes, a mill drill and a TIG and Mig welders and enjoy making things in the shed. A few more projects then back on to my hot rod.

[@MACINSTEIN67]

I love Homie cam! He deserves his own channel such a good boy!

[@declanoshaughnessy7733]

3120 genius craftsman even homeless would be great there to give you a round of applause 👍👍👍

[@marvinmarlin9655]

$10,000 worth of material lol. I was crapping myself machining up a £50 rod blank for one of my projects earlier this week. 😂😄🤣 Great content as always Kurtis, love the videography Karen, Homeycam is brilliant. I can’t wait for the next one.

[@harezy]

Chump change. I have machined lumps of metal worth over 250K +

[@chattonlad9382]

@@harezy Yea right.

[@nipponsuxs]

Its certainly makes you pay attention and not frackup

[@harezy]

@@chattonlad9382 Yes right. It was an oil exploration drilling head/assemby for one of the worlds largest oil exploration companies. Trust me even that's still cheap!. Aerospace/motorsports/oil expiration have some VERY expensive parts.

[@kosan2875]

@@harezy yeah mess that up and u be gone that's for sure

[@youbecha64]

I want to congratulate your camera operator/producer/video editor/production supervisor/animal wrangler for the new shots/editing on this one...also I chuckled at the reaction to the bearing insert dropping during the press.

[@dazzhan9826]

Besides everything mentioned below, Kurtis has also said in previous videos he works 6 days a week and one day off for family time. Whilst it would be great to see a video made every day or two, the business has to come first. Congrats to Kurtis and Karen for a great channel !!!

[@adamtaniasargent1386]

Homeless cam is priceless... Another great episode..

[@grotevin]

Always nice to get the notification on Friday morning. Have a good weekend guys!

[@hashemmehyar9614]

i loved the explanation of the hydraulic cyl orientation, only one minute in and started learning.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

awesome glad to hear that!

[@HM-Projects]

Amazing work as usual. I hope at some point you take on apprentices to pass on the skills to the next generation of Aussie machinists. Thanks for sharing ♥️

[@NickScrivener]

love the mrs saying "jesus!" when the bush popped out!

[@lespertzel7055]

Another great video on repairing big equipment. Nice to see this one followed on nicely from the brass jaws fix for this lathe in the last video. The split screen is a nice touch as well Karen, well done guys :)

[@gtbproductions1]

Funny how I hit rewind and pause when you showed the supporting end. I said to myself, that is an awful lot of weight on that little point as I was looking at that saying WOW! 😂 Then I hit play and you jumped right in with an explanation of how your machine can handle that. Good job Curtis 👍

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

hahaa yeah the good things about taking time to read & reply to comments, we get to know what viewers might be going to ask about 😂👍

[@mrsock3380]

The rod would've been ground using that centre, it's more than big enough. I used to turn the steady bands on 5t billets with a No.4 centre, the old guy that run the machine before me used a centre punch divet, I was never that brave. The worst part of the job was shoveling 1.5t of swarf after making a 3.5t shaft from the 5t billet.

[@gtbproductions1]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering Been a faithful follower for a year and a half now. From San Diego Ca. USA.

[@boudewijnNL]

That Homey cam is great! Kudos for whoever sent it, and for making the breaks funnier!

[@fredsmith4134]

i dont know why but i find watching this very relaxing ???

[@jenksify]

Karen has to be one of the best videographers on KZbin. Her sense of timing for when to cut to close ups or slow motion and back is just superb. Really love watching your videos for both the content and to see how Karen is going to film it. Also i take it that it is easier to get new chrome rods than it is to get old rods re-chromed? Will you be sending the old rod out for re-chroming?

[@vincentguttmann2231]

And add to that time lapses that don't sound like mice squeaking, that's so nice to watch

[@russelldold4827]

He mentioned unreasonable delays in getting rods re-chromed during the intro.

[@jenksify]

@@russelldold4827 I just wondered if the re-chroming was also done by the same companies that would chrome the rods the first time.

[@russelldold4827]

@@jenksify I don't know the answer to your question. In this instance the original rod that was being replaced was a Hitachi product, and I suspect they are big enough to have an in-house division who make all their components, and I would guess they also offer a remanufacturing service (at a price, of course). The reason the customer brought this job to this shop was primarily based on turnaround time - re-chroming services would take too long and the risk of downtime from failure while waiting was high enough to justify the spare.

[@jenksify]

@@russelldold4827 Agreed. Just was curious about the routine. I have noticed that Kurtis doesn't seem to have as much problems with his distributor for his material.

[@phlodel]

As a long time fabricator and sometimes machinist, I've always been impresse with Kurtis' ability to do it all. Of course , Karen's expertise with videography makes it possible for me to see it. The Homie cam is a great addition!

[@scottmccracken8421]

yea feel like well made famly entertaiment my kids and me love them

[@stevewilke8524]

Thanks to you both for your great workmanship and artistry; you're reminding me of many fond times I had with Granddad back in the 60s and 70s, he was a naster tool & diemaker at GE Steam Turbine on NY. I thank you kindly.

[@stephenpoe2037]

I love the OUT TAKES ! They are wonderful ! Thanks for sharing !

[@pauljoseph8338]

Mrs CEE’s editing skills are superb. She always does an incredible job of laying out a story with her videos. She has the vision of a documentary filmmaker.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Wow, thank you! Really appreciate such a great comment 🥰

[@pauljoseph8338]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering glad that you saw my comment! I’m serious…yes, you work your ass off to put out these vids, but you definitely have a creative gift!

[@simon9447]

Big thumbs up to Karen! I hope I have her name right. I am a video editor and I get that the work to do all those cuts is enormous. To get that done in a week is hard yakka. We'll done you!

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Yes that's my name! And thank you so much for the compliment I appreciate it 😁

[@quintrankid8045]

I'm not a machinist, but I really like watching how things are made. I enjoy seeing all the different tools, but I'm truly amazed by all amount of all the different materials, various liquids, sprays, straps, lubricants, welding materials, etc, that go into making things. I like the editing on these too. They remind me of a film maker who said, "I cut out the boring parts." So things move forward at a good clip. Watching Homeless run around makes for a nice break every now and again. I wonder what your shooting ratio is. But what does happen if you make a mistake on a piece of hardened material like that? Can you build it back up and use it for something less stressful? Or is it for the recycle bin at that point?

[@mingthemerciless6855]

Love the split screen and the Homeless body cam... Cheers!

[@feynthefallen]

Also, to whoever sent in the cam harness for Homey: A heartfelt Thankyouthankyouthankyou from all of us!

[@bens8919]

bloody love watching you make things like this, especially like the way you blend explaining what is actually going on followed with the speeded up bits that make it seem almost magical as all the machining appears with the level of accuracy you operate to, nothing better to watch while im eating breakfast!. Happy friday have a good weekend!

[@jollyroger6258]

I write industrial software for a living pressing tiny keys. Watching this is a refreshing getaway, almost a vacation.

[@SteelJM1]

Cutting through that hardened layer was super cool!

[@georgenahodil23]

I love Karen's reaction to the press! Every time! Keep it up guys, great job.

[@davidlasoff8261]

Yaaaah! Homey cam!!!! Love it, love watching Kurtiss do it to it...Mozart Machinist Extraordinaire for real, nothin' stops him!!! 💪😎 Cool vid watchin' that metal come off in slow mo, thanks Karen!

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

thanks for the great comment David we appreciate it

[@davidlasoff8261]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering Just love you guys!!!!🥰

[@azizzen4217]

انت مهندس محترف بشكل كبير جداً . وعملك متقن ارجو لك ولمهندسة التصوير التي تنقل لمتابعيك كل الاعمال المميزة التي لا احد يمل من مشاهدتها حياة سعيدة .

[@danielpullum1907]

Hello Karen, How about a video of Kurtis fixing the coolant pump on the big lathe? Wonderful "slo-mos" and closeups on the chip flow. The sounds are awesome!!!!! I really liked the clock in the background while Kurtis completed welding the eye on the shaft. A very good task for Homeless. A morning run to secure the property for bunnies, rats or whatever else you all have "down under"!!!! A very nice bushing for the eye. A few Euros for that little puppy!Q! LOL

[@chrisjohnson4165]

You've done a lot of great videos you two, but this is just about perfect!

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Wow, thank you! 🥰

[@chrisjohnson4165]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering Really - everything flowed just right!

[@scottminer7702]

Well done, Karen. Part of the attraction of this channel, for those of us non-machinists, is the quality of the video. My compliments Karen and Homie.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Thank you Scott!

[@matthewsaxman1028]

Love the slow-motion sounds of the lathe! Also, "JESUS!" when the bushing popped out 😂

[@johnivkovich8655]

The editing on this episode is outstanding!

[@oldemaroldemarj8817]

Every new video is better than the previous one! For me in particular, it's like seeing my father back to life working in his old workshop. thank you very much and greetings from Brazil!

[@themalewhale59]

So therapeutic watching consistent competence on every stage of the job. I have been watching long enough now to know which stage follows each operation and it is greatly rewarding to be right! Love Homey Cam - just makes me smile when I see it. I never miss an episode and am watching this in my hotel room in Thailand rather than sitting in the sun. Yes - that good! 👏

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Thanks for watching!

[@bessiebraveheart]

Hello from England, just subbed, great work. I'm a 77 yr old mechanical fitter. At one time I was air arcing stainless steel brewing vessels. I ran a small engineering service business.

[@cccspokesmanandcofounder]

All that weight on that center is INCREDIBLY IMPRESSIVE!!!! Quality 💯

[@paulchapin4472]

Impressive as always. Curtis makes it seem so easy. I like the slow-mo with the sound the chips make as they fly off. I also like the long strands of cuttings. Fabulous editing, Karen. And, Homie-cam is awesome. I'm surprised by the steadiness of the video. Love your channel.

[@helmutkrahn9337]

Magnificent production, again. Love the image quality. Also all the different, new sounds of the metal and tool tips when you slow it down - so much information [to a skilled ear]. And a woman's hand and voice amid all this heavy metal and industrial machinery: Art! If not for the "University of KZbin", where else would I get the privilege of seeing all this? (Magic Friday the thirteenth.)

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Glad you like it!

[@rikard4511]

That rod is potentially a spool of shavings

[@Meowschitz]

The end tapping on the arc rod to get it to strike made my day. Oh the struggles sometimes.

[@cyberherbalist]

I am continually impressed by both the size and the quality of your work! Your channel is the most interesting of all the "restoration" channels on KZbin! When it comes to My Mechanic's "I make a new one", you exceed even the Master!

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Thank you! Cheers!