Deere 455E track loader engine problems. She’s stuck! What did we do scrap or fix?

[@MOON_KID]

You know he's a good friend when he laughs his ass off at you when you're having a bad day. Enjoyed the video

[@randyharris8669]

I think it was all a set up for faulty audio😂

[@jeffreyshier9021]

I’ve never done this, and never will, but I love to watch people doing this work.

[@oddtechman]

Awesome to see another workshop video with an engine strip down. That was one rough old Deere engine! I love these types of videos as to what goes into refitting and refurbishing by you guys prior to resale. Many thanks for sharing and look forward to the next video

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks for watching

[@ronniesanders6756]

Keep up the good work like watching it

[@vernchaput6368]

excellent video!

[@ronshauling2000]

Customer asks "why is my bill so high "? Mechanic says "knowledge and experience isn't free". Customer respinds "I could have done that ". Mechanic says "you should have ". I'm learning so much watching your new video content and especially why I pay for this type of work. Thank you

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Yep I hope it helps other understand how much goes into something like this

[@tomduiker6498]

Hi I really appreciate your videos I’m 73 years old used to do a lot of my own equipment repairs retired now but I love to watch your videos l learn a lot from you, you are a brilliant mechanic. Keep up the great work helps me enjoy my day Regards Tom

[@regsparkes6507]

Ditto Tom, but add a few more years for me! :)

[@mikeyb5581]

I really appreciate your videos. I'm a retired maintenance electrician and also grew up around John Deere equipment. My dad was a operating engineer all his life and at one point worked for a home builder. Dad taught me on a JD 450 hi-lift and a JD 500 loader/backhoe. I used to go to work with him in the summer. He had me quite proficient at operating before I was old enough to drive. Those abilities proved usefull later in my working life, working on construction. Watching your channel and a couple of others, gave me the confidence to tear down a 16 hp Ariens tractor (small compared to what you do) and fix a lot of things that it needed so it wouldn't leave oil spots everywhere it went. Trust me when I say, I'm a lot better electrician than mechanic. I like the logical approach to teardown and keeping removed parts in order. I've learned a lot from watching, so thanks! I look forward to your videos and am a loyal follower.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks and Thanks for watching

[@scottharbaugh4078]

Just one of the reasons i love your channel, is you explain the intricacies of like model explanation down to part uses. Really great for all us newbies and inexperienced people. hahaha.

[@mpstenz3520]

This is a fun channel to follow. I learn something new with every view.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@themoondoggie1]

That model, She is a real beauty especially when you strip her down bare. Those pistons are a knockout and that rear end, WoW! Watching detailed strip down and dress up of engines is very enjoyable to watch. Thanks.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

For sure

[@bigchuckyinkentucky6267]

So when you were hammering that block of wood on top of the piston, and you said people were probably cringing. It reminded me of when I was a teenager and broke the 4x4 in my truck. A friend of mine and I were sitting in the barn just staring at it when my dad walks in and asked what was up. I told him that we had tore the front end out of my truck the night before and really didn't know how to fix it. I will never forget him chuckling, and saying "It's broke, you can't tare it up any worse." Then walked out. The wrenches started flying and I haven't seen anything I couldn't fix yet. As long as I was willing to get off my butt and try. Except for maybe a computer.

[@jerrylong3580]

It’s great to see old iron being brought back to life. Thanks for the great video

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@bombardier3qtrlbpsi]

I second that! Nice job plus taking pride in your work. That's been lost in a lot of People and companies!

[@scragmanw]

I always watching. The old brought back to life and the interaction between everyone.

[@funnyfarm5555]

Brought back memories of engine rebuilds I did in my younger years including one I blueprinted. Your narration was just fine in place of missing audio.

[@vinnyp6685]

You have a lot of pride in your work. If anthing is questionable, you just replace it. There is no mickey mousing anything.

[@danielelwell2571]

Brings back memories of working on car and bike engines. But never anything that big.

[@charlesserong2161]

clint i do like how you and kevin work well as a team together ,,, and you both seem to have the same sense of dry humor as well

[@clarencewiles963]

When you see so much good stuff, you can’t walk away. Bring back life’s pleasures! Thanks for your posting.

[@Hey_Its_That_Guy]

Thanks for sharing, Clint. Love watching you guys work! You always do things right.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@18287470]

As a old retired Mechanic I wish I was there.👍

[@ProudPapaw88]

Great video,Clint. I enjoy watching you rebuild and tinker the older equipment. I don’t know much about how the new stuff is built but back in the day they built it to last. I know the cost now a day is ridiculous and the way you handle your business myself I had rather have used. Thanks for sharing.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks for watching

[@donaldmendes184]

Looking at that removal of the hard nose. Back in the late 60 the company I was working for had Several John Deeere 450 dozers, if you broke a fan Belt you had to remove the hard nose to replace it. So are Meckanic decisions was he cut a openings in the side of the hard nose, it actually worked really well, he then put a hinge system on it if he has to replace another fan belt some day in the future. Shortly after that John Deeere put door to make it easier to remove fan belts.

[@michaeldurling793]

Clint, love these video's I would never get to see this kind of stuff without them.

[@heatherlane9270]

Have no idea why I like watching this - just find it fascinating to see how things work I suppose. Fun video and hammers are always handy!

[@mikeseguin6443]

I did a lot of engine rebuilds on tractors,Skidders etc etc.Some in frames which I preferred to all the extra work of pulling an engine.You guys doing that rebuild brings back memories.You have a shop set up for this.Keep up the great work and videos.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@dansbrown1313]

Thanks for another fine video. The teamwork between you and Kevin is just nice to see. Cheers from Canada

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@terrypomatto907]

This is an example of a person knowing what he is doing!!! The decision that has to be made when removing the head is how much you want to spend to repair the engine problem. I cannot understand why a owner wouldn't protect the machine from the weather. The dealers don't give those machines away for nothing. Good video look forward to seeing the follow up....

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@Conan-ny1um]

Have this same dozer except with a 6way blade and I couldn’t ask for more I paid 10k for it 12 years ago and other than normal maintenance track pads and rollers and keeping the track tensioned with grease is always fun. But I check it all before each use. it’s done everything I’ve ever asked from it. I enjoyed watching this video by far my favorite.

[@JohnStevenson-h9c]

Years ago I watched a programme reinstating a laid up River Thames WW2 fire boat which had a huge diesel powered fire pump which was siezed solid which brute power wouldn't shift. The old timer helping out boiled a couple of gallons of old engine oil and poured them into the cylinders. The next day the engine turned over and was stripped and repaired with minimal fuss.

[@tomasrom9073]

Sorry to see how much extra work needed to get this old engine running again. Happy to see it is not being scrapped

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks it’s allot of work

[@prophaniti1]

Guys strap that lock down to the tube as well, have seen those jump out once when the rig got hit by another, luckily no on was working near on it at the time.

[@terryrogers1025]

I like the motor ( engine) rebuild videos. I especially like the extra mile you go to make it right, and making the machine a good runner again. Thanks for the video.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks for watching

[@scottnelson2667]

Hello from Wisconsin. Love seeing these kinds of video's! I like seeing these machines saved from your getting them until the end when they leave your place! I cannot wait to see this one all done!

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks for watching

[@dougyurecko6500]

Kevin sure enjoys his job. Fresh engine will sure extend the life of that machine.... great video

[@larrycleeton]

My Dad (94yo) told me a story about him recovering a rusty old Model A pickup from a shed on my Granddad's farm in the 1940's. They had to remove the head and beat the cylinders loose with a wood block and hammer. Got it running and drove it illegally for 40 miles to their current house in the city. My dad used the truck for 4 years commuting to college. Said he had trouble getting dates with that truck.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Lol

[@royordway9157]

Clinton and Kevin, I really have no idea what you are doing, but you guys make it so interesting.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Lol

[@donaldmendes184]

We used frezz the pistons to unstuck the rings to move the pistons, used hand Spray canisters, like c2

[@scotabot7826]

I have no doubt she will be a sweet running and opearing Deere in no time. Can't wait until you fire that awesome machine up Clint!!

[@rickhay9782]

I was so waiting on Kevin to look back at you and yell...Push me Daddy, I want to go faster !!! 😆

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Don’t give him any ideas

[@donaldmendes184]

What we have done frozen Engine on Equipment, we used a fire hydrant tank Cylinder with freezing material to shrink piston . It worked really well for use. They broke lose frankly easy.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

I bet

[@geebsterswats]

Always love a good engine rebuild video👍

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

Oh that intro, such clear water from the crank case.. Yikes! Nice trick to pull cams vertical. Brilliant.

[@danielshaha1457]

Lacquer thinner and transmission fluid . Never thought about that. Learn something new every day! Great videos !

[@kenore4003]

Pretty much what Kroil is.

[@craigsowers8456]

Great video ... and while it is cutting into your profit line, once you're finished she should sell quickly ... and you have video evidence for the next owner ... not just "Words". Looking forward to the next episode. P.S. Put a damn hose clamp around that angle iron so she doesn't slip off the cylinder top plate ... just for your safety pretty please.

[@gayle4804]

Great job guys, I am so glad that you're saving that old engine for that machine 😀 👏 Maybe a girl but I still love watching things happen

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks for watching

[@thebear5454]

This "rescue" just turned into a Deere 455NF (Not Fun). 😮 Great learning video Clint & Kevin.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@martineastburn3679]

second or third time to watch and Keven is loud and clear in his laughing. I heard him easily :-) .

[@jamescole1786]

4/16/22; Clint hard work pulling engine on JD 455 w/3300hrs. Water from open exhaust while sitting for...4-5 yrs= 2 cylinders holding water, pistons rusted-2-liner, lifters top spotted/rough but cam shaft ok. Lots of parts expense & labor& shop costs too. After engine & clutch rebuild gotta check undercarriage...this turned out to be a major rebuild for all YT viewers. Hope you get a sale that covers all your time & efforts. Keep us posted. Thank goodness you have a well equipped shop to accomplish thin indepth level of rebuild. Stay safe & let yur videos roll!🛠⚙🧑‍🔧👍👍👍😊

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Yep Hopefully more viewers chime in and help me out also so we can keep doing this

[@dougdoug2165]

I like the sentiment, sure it would be easier to scrap it, but you see the worth of well built equipment and can't sit by and watch it tossed out when a little tlc will get it back to its former glory. We live in an age where we routinely toss everything and design and sometimes only offer support for a limited life time.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Yep

[@dougdoug2165]

@@C_CEQUIPMENT (A man of few words...lol)

[@billtopka2584]

Glad that the engine is not junk! 👍

[@robertengster5643]

Definately love seeing new life bought back to these old machines, for sure. Their still good and get the work done. If cared for correctly.

[@donaldmendes184]

In 1975 I bought a used John Deeere 450 track loader, it ran fantastic, all I did was put new set track and replaced sprockets, and charged rollers. Ran it for about seven years , never had a problem with it. Sold it for twice what I paid for. The guy still has it. I am definitely a John Deeere fan. Especially Backhoes, my favorite Deeere 500 series hoes.

[@dansevern3291]

I see lots of folks do "will it run" videos on old tractors and such, and I always thought about the end result. Old engines were tough, and would "run" through almost anything, but what use is it to get it running, (just turning over) if it's not able to move much more than itself. I think that speaks well of you, and of your business, that even on these "not really a profit-maker" machines you take the time to do what needs to be done. Will enjoy the rest of this series.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@alanclark639]

Surprised that you are bothering with this machine - it's almost a museum piece! Very similar to the Drotts I helped out on back in the 1960's - without a shop I might add, camping out in the woods where the breakdowns occurred, a few tarps strung between the trees to keep the worst of our English summer out of our necks. Once did a full lower end rebuild in situ. Good experience working with an old guy almost as good as you!

[@philstreeter9703]

Clint, I love these videos. You too make a great team. I don't care how many times I see you too working engines, it pure enjoyment. Thanks for sharing.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks for watching

[@robertnorris1808]

Great video, and as always you make it easy to follow all that you guys are doing. Clint you and Kevin seem to have fun with your projects and that makes a day go by so fast. Work should be fun and serious which helps to get the job done right and with the easiest workload. Great job you two.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@craiggreenhalgh1082]

Looking Forward To Watching This Burst Into A New Life All The Way From Here In UK 🇬🇧 👏👏👍

[@bobdavidson-qt9xe]

Clint and Kevin you two are a joy to watch. You work so well together and never a dull moment watching you work on so many different types of equipment. That motor was in pretty bad shape but I know you’ll repair it the correct way. Hope you get to feeling better. Love the content of your videos. Take care! Bob D

[@douglaspierce316]

i worked for a co. called broke and busted. owner went to equipment auctions and we rebuilt them over the winter. [snow country] i did a lot of jobs like this. enjoyed the show. r i am retired

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@morgansword]

You don't need to apologize for something beyond your control. Kevin is still one of the best guys a guy could count on.... just keep a cranking em out an you do know its nice to share your toys in the sandbox... thinking how much difference in size the two machines are and only a hundred numbers in between them.

[@azlobo7]

Hope you get better Clint, I can hear your throat giving you some problems. I always enjoy watching you do your work on any equipment. That really was a lot of water to drain out.

[@ringstinga]

Love seeing how you work on these big lumps of steel,

[@tylerlingenfelter429]

I really enjoyed the video. The knowledge gained from you as well as your CRUSTY I mean trusty assistant is well appreciated.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Lol thanks

[@pettyfogger2305]

There is nothing wrong with voice-overs, especially in windy and noisey clips. You guy do amazing work!!

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@rugerfarming5387]

He is laughing his ass off when he took the drain plug out and water came out. You didnt need any sound it was all over his face. what he was thinking. Good video.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Lol

[@greggb1416]

Makes me sick to see the neglect, a little care (shedding of water off the machine) and this thing runs a long time. I do tend to like the voice over (although in this case, your throat would probably say different, and i/we missed Kevin’s giggling, and I suspect it is more time consuming for editing). Great video gentlemen, Thank you. Yes, love this type of content.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@kevingulliver8]

You are my go-to youtube site. Thanks for the entertainment. I did note after you installed your new plasma cutting table that the steel on the top shelf of your sheet steel storage was tilted forward, looking like it would slip forward. I would not like to see Kevin lose any of his sausage fingers. Merry Christmas to you all. Stay safe and well. Warm Regards Kevin Gulliver of Pacific Pines, Qld Australia..

[@cedarstrip1473]

These videos are great. Thanks for your time.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks for watching

[@slytrader]

Great video enjoyed watching this teardown. Like that you replace old defective and soon to be defective parts. When your done this will be a nice machine.

[@davidlane1169]

Your requested comment: This was great, very interesting even with the lost audio. You seem to get better every video. You've got our attention & have displaced several others from your locals that have dropped off this winter/spring. I know it probably feels different at your end, but from our perspective, your team exudes confidence with competence. Thanx, my friend.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks for the response

[@jeroen1836]

For me this time it was a nice learning project 👍 for you it was a cost increase drama 😔. Anyway, it was great to see that you wil making it working again 👊

[@SpeedSmith]

Don't stress about the Audio, stuff like that happens, good voice over lay, great to watch these type of videos every now and then. Thanks.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks for watching

[@johnroberts8475]

I knew you'd end up o/h that engine and should make a nice machine 👍

[@paulk6240]

Personally I would like to see as much as you can throw at us on how to videos! Thanks.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

We will try

[@spencer6764]

Thanks Guys. 👍 Awesome Video. Clint hope you get to feeling better soon Brother

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@christopheraxten7020]

Great video you really go the extra mile to make that rebuild first class

[@johnnyholland8765]

Having a nice clean shop to work in is a blessing... I know your journey to be able to have it was probably long but it's nice none the less.

[@jcmathisiii6432]

One of the best engines ever made. Grew up building those with my dad.

[@Bediasman]

Nice, looking forward to part 3. Thanks

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@rogerwiley7269]

The OTC rotating engine stand works great until you get a Cummins K19 on it. That'll make her creak and groan. Great videos.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Oh I bet

[@thomasbailey8306]

Hope You got it for a Good price Clint. People that own this Iron dont understand too cap the exhaust on this iron. Rain will get in there and Cost A person alot of money unnecessarily..If I would of ever not capped my Dads Exhaust at the end of a Days work. My ass was In TROUBLE .And everything that went wrong with that piece of equipment would of been blamed on not capping the exhaust..LOL..Clear down to the Rollers going out..LMAO...LOL..Thats why I only ever forgot one TIME...LOL...HAHA..Great job tearing it down. And didnt realize those older JD lubricates with Water...LMAO....LOL..Great Video Clint...

[@planeiron241]

your concoction is basically what I clean my rifle barrels with sometimes, works good🛠🛠🛠🔨🔨🔨🔧🔧🔧🔧👍👍👍👍😎

[@bennyogden4524]

I like all your guys's comments and now the watch all do so keep up the good work

[@rp1645]

Thank you for showing this take down. Just think one free bucket of a Kitty litter plastic bucket over stack could have prevented that water. The last operator who ran her. Just a little for thought to cover stack. I love your Narrative wish I could just be in shop with you two. Watching helping with my two hands. What ever you need me to do for you. The knowledge I learn by watching, is worth more to me, than you paying me. I want to do this to my Detroit 353.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Those detroits are stupid simple and fun to work on

[@randycarpenter2914]

Thanks for sharing your time and knowledge. I like the videos and keep posting. I cant wait to see it run again and hear it. The sound of a real engine with out the new crap that is on them.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks We will try

[@glenschumannGlensWorkshop]

Thanks. Enjoy watching you and Kevin solving problems and making things better.

[@wesleyharrison4710]

Like the wooden lath .. lol.. 4 bolts Holden on to the trans wow looking for next on on this one .. dang Kevin cracking up on draining the pan I can here him old faithful going down and then starts singing Beverley Hillbillies song

[@robertjohnston7671]

Kevin's face and laugh tells it all about what he was thinking lol

[@Bman2020]

Nice Clint this is a great watch looking forward to the rest of the build 👍👋🇨🇦

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@jimhanifer1177]

That was a riot watching that water come out of the oil pan ton of just want to wish you and your family and your crew and happy Easter enjoy the video thank you 🚜🇺🇸

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@PineInTheAshMilling]

Clint doing exact same thing to a 3850 international payloader,soaking it to free it up and be able to unbolt torque convertor. Keep the vids coming!

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Sounds fun

[@hoytgunderson1475]

Kevin like his remarks Like Taco Bell. Great show

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@hoytgunderson1475]

Give Kevin chirstmas song book for his singing abilities. He's a good guy that can do alot. Nowadays new hires go on break after 5 minutes. Just you 2 be safe. Laurel and Hardy

[@hoytgunderson1475]

Kevin's your man laughter is good

[@OldVermontGuy]

Greetings from No VT - Awesome video with excellent detail. Keep these great rebuild videos coming. My compliments on your thoroughness in this rebuild.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@charlesbrunner258]

Add to the list of educational videos THANKS CLINT AND KEVIN

[@timsexton4805]

I love to watch you and your employees bring these back

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@michaelburns566]

Looking forward to watching you build this engine back!

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

It’s coming

[@rickcham7781]

It's good you have big toys to push the broke toys around. Good work as always.

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Yep thanks

[@MySynthDungeon]

Coffees on!!Here we go!!Enjoying !!Cheers!!;-)!

[@C_CEQUIPMENT]

Thanks

[@tomwainwright7102]

As an ex-mechanic I really do enjoy these types of videos, shame about the audio but it was still a top notch watch 👍👍👍......................I thought at one point though Clint, you were getting ready to sell it to Diesel Creek, he loves a challenge like that.

[@regalbowman3143]

Your videos are not, only entertaining but educational. Keepm coming.

[@daleolson7205]

Watching that water come out the drain was wild. I'm surprised there wasn't more damage, must not have been in there that long.