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[@braxtonnelson7422]

This channel has really grown on me... I find that I really look forward to new videos from Diesel Creek-- even though this channel has very little relevance in my life nowadays as an old retired guy. I think that Matt's attitude and "never say die" approach are very compelling, and who couldn't use some of that quintessential "American" spirit in their day-to-day goings on? Keep up the good work, Matt... and thank you for taking us along!

[@jim7273]

As another old timer I agree with you Braxton. Even though I don't do the things Matt does I think his "work arounds" are educational and maybe will help me to "think out of the box" when I run into an issue.

[@SlartiMarvinbartfast]

I was recommended this video while watching Mustie1's latest (love his channel) - this looks great too. Subscribed.

[@tonyburdick2298]

Matt uses these tools for work, but being retired doesn't mean you can't use the inspiration to try new things. Though retired, I still have a lot of projects I plan on doing between naps. These videos might even inspire me to get them done...if I can tear myself away long enough to start one.

[@williamdodd8660]

I feel the same way.

[@scottphillips181]

Matt’s one in a million - excellent young man

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Wow very Efficient Compacter For sure Matt very cool to see it back up and running and saved from the scrap Heap 51:31 @Diesel Creek

[@notsohairybiker]

The coned shaped washers Matt. Belville washers. Designed to impart an even axial load on the shaft. Great vid again.

[@larrywalker7759]

All true, but if we are going to be sticklers for technical details, let's spell it like it is. Belleville washer.

[@williamdodd8660]

@@larrywalker7759 Spring washers

[@terrysmiles8599]

I like how you're still a young kid at mind....pushing cars with it!!!!!Bad ass!!!Love your thinking!!

[@riccroft710]

For that starter, you might want to consider a bump out protector for when you go into trenches with it. You could weld it on. Looks like a really successful project.

[@annhenick737]

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[@brianthompson8329]

I love the random movie references. “Two weeks from everywhere”… seems like you’re in a tight spot!

[@jeffreybird1308]

Thank u Matt for taking time to explain what’s going on. I’ve learned a lot from watching. What I really like is you turning what some call junk into operating and useful again. Keep it up!

[@anitaknapp2978]

Wow that sounds great.fantastic job so proud of you.

[@noc8076]

Two parts paint thinner and one part boiled linseed oil. Just brush or spray on. Makes any paint and oxidized plastic look like newly painted, but with patina.

[@BobPegram]

If that doesn't work and I believe it will, at least put on a coat of clear to preserve it.

[@DarkFlamage]

@@BobPegram Or better yet, just leave it as is! Works great, nothing else matters.

[@BobPegram]

@@DarkFlamage Then it just continues to deteriorate, to rust away. That's what I personally want to avoid. I don't mind things being a little beat up and used but I want to give it some care. Matt got it working again, it has the purpose it was made for again. At least keep it from getting worse and worse from neglect!

[@billroberts3864]

Matt, your smile and thumbs up was pay day for a job well done. Keep on making things work that were near dead. Big blessing to you.

[@karencary3312]

The smile on your face when the engine turned over and ran is irreplaceable. Like a little boy opening up Christmas presents.

[@CharlesManch]

What I'm learning from these buy repair/restore videos, is the equipment really is only as good as the person maintaining it. Lots of "old" equipment is getting a second life due to some time, parts, and care. Well done, I've learned a lot from you and your expertise!!

[@gregbrown4962]

I noticed the old Ford squatted a bit when you loaded the compactor on it. I really enjoyed this series.

[@halcampbell1384]

There are times it really pays to be a hoarder. As a small dairy farmer my father did likewise and it was impressive as to how he managed to fix so many things by salvaging and repurposing from his collection. Good job Matt!

[@davidsellars646]

@Mck Idyl It's kinda a failure to take something to the scrap yard. That stuff has to be usable for something.

[@brantleyhudson2892]

That's some serious American ingenuity on display. Dr. Frankenstein would be proud. Well done Matt!

[@eloleddie]

I think that you face each challenge as an adventure and when you have reached the goal, that is the end of a successful adventure - an end found on analyzing the problem, and considering the options and facts, make decisions, and voila, the goal accomplished and one BIG SMILE!

[@swallowinn4410]

Hello Matt kudos to you for going the extra distance and changing out both cylinder head and stator / bearing plate assemblies. A very good example of how a basic engine changes so much with what it will be used for. And why you never want to dispose of original until the change over is complete. It may not need a new paint job but it deserves one of your new Disel Creek emblems.

[@deernutOO]

And Matt wins again, through his perseverance getting another machine running and dedication to putting together another great video. tks Put a comfortable seat cushion on that thing, and a back rest to get a good massage while compacting at the same time.

[@pamike4873]

Nice! You could weld a few grousers on the outside & inside row of pads if you need a bit more traction on the stone and whatnot. I was pretty darn impressed when it pushed that car. What a little beast that thing is.

[@georgeenriquez612]

Matt you’re an incredible guy! Great job on bringing this compactor back to life. This was definitely a great video and the ending was hilarious.

[@paul2466]

Matt you are one smart, resourceful, hard working man…great video

[@BOXTERS32]

Another great Video Matt,Brought back good memories from nearly 30 years ago.I worked on these trench compactors back when they were new!The later model unit had an option of a wireless controler so when compacting trenches deep down you could operate the machiene from on top of the trench and if the trench colapsed no one got trapped or burried due to the trench colapsing on top of them.Great machiene but very qurky to work on they were built very compact.

[@avandriver]

That little machine has had quite a journey . Welld done for saving it .

[@steveelkington1720]

One of the best things that Matt has above everything else is his attitude that "Where there's a will there's a way" he may not have the right tools or even the right parts but if he can make it work it, he'll figure it out. It's what makes his channel so enjoyable and a pleasure to watch.

[@jonaubuchon1040]

Wow. You are amazing to be able to rebuild the compactor.

[@MKMALM2024]

I agree, he can relate to the average working man out there making the best of it, I thoroughly enjoy the channel and Matt's don't give up attitude 👍

[@awkwarddude]

Totally agree, he does some very common sense engineering...or re-engineering as the project or repair demands. 👍

[@spencersexton508]

Agreed

[@davidnelson1134]

@Mck Idyl Bacau's he does thing I would be screed to try he shards me !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

[@Bowbender8]

No need to apologize for READING a resource. Reading a tech reference combined with your experience and instincts, you are unstoppable.

[@BG-vq9fd]

The smile on your face says you truly enjoy working and fixing things. Riding that thing was priceless.

[@jamescole1786]

Matt, great job fixing up that (German) Rammax vibration compactor ! Son you have a mighty fine ability to find/fix/& utilize equipment. Now if only you enjoyed fixing up your old church property, then we could watch you do chop saw, air nail gun, sheet rock (dry wall), texture, trim molding & paint. Ahh, it's all just soo easy! Aye? 👍👍👍🧑‍🔧🍺

[@OcotilloTom]

In mechanics like life, attitude is everything. Good video Matt.

[@drunkdunc8738]

If a burnout shakes the neighbors house this things going to level it 😝cheers Matt🍻

[@tedc3895]

Loose valves Dont burn or leak. They close tight. They are ok if they raffle a little.

[@tedc3895]

Allowing for warm up is a good thing.I adjusted them again with it warmed up. Its a pain and messy but a cold rattle is not a bad thing. Sell it.. !!! You need a sand blaster to paint stuff to sell.

[@WilliamCHyland]

I've seen a few frankenbeast creations, but none on heavy equipment, and that went together so easily. There's always been some cut & paste involved somewhere along the line. This was fun to watch. OK, she's small, but I think she qualifies as heavy!

[@MB-rh1me]

Although I have zero background in this area, I could not be more excited for each and every upload of yours. Thank you and keep it up!

[@wazza33racer]

mother of god.............check out that flywheel..........stores more kinetic energy than an avalanche. Matt is a master of almost infinite patience to see this project through. Great to see, the issue with crankshaft thrust play tolerance shown as a reference to an important measurement.

[@pnwRC.]

She might be frankencobbled together, but that is what makes this project so special!

[@mitchellgourley3653]

I did construction work grown-up in fact I retired from it I remember running with them many years ago nice little machine

[@EthosAtheos]

Not sure about how well it works for compacting earth, but I can say it does a fantastic job of turning diesel into noise.

[@joelongrid7625]

Really like the patina angle. New paint isn't always the answer.

[@davidconaway2830]

Jurassic Park was all I could think about with the impact tremors in the water. Seems appropriate as you brought an old dinosaur back to life just like they did in the movie:-)

[@neolexington]

Wife ordered me a set of wobble sockets for Christmas! This channel is 100% responsible for that...

[@kjcayote930]

Who dosen't like a happy ending? Smiling and singing.. Loving it !

[@brianblank9921]

Wow! That thing hits like a ton of bricks! I've never seen one of these before, but as a density testing technician I've seen every other piece of modern compacting equipment, this thing would hold it's own against a diesel vibratory sled for sure. Probably does better on inclines than sleds.

[@derkeksinator17]

Those trench rollers are great. I worked at the company that makes the remote control systems for the newer ones. We used our gravel parking lot to test drive each motor controller and adjust the remotes. That parking space is probably the most dense ground you'll find in germany. The newer ones are articulated in the middle and are easier to maneuver with the vibeation off compared to the track steering the old ones used. They're surprisingly capable on inclines or to move stuff around, due to the immense traction. Something to keep in mind is to let the hydraulic oil warm up a little bit before engaging the vibration to work on full load because otherwise the pumps like to start leaking.

[@Jrsclassics]

For the farm don't paint it but if it's going to represent your company then maybe paint it. Excellent job taking something thrown away and fixing it, your face says it all when those old machines fire up. Keep up the good work, Thanks for the videos.

[@toomanyhobbies2011]

Appreciate your sense of humor, Matt. You might think about teaching as you get older, you'd be really good at it!

[@shackman1306]

Thank you again Matt. Have a nice warm sunny day.

[@triptisrinivasjanardan3929]

Completely agree with the other comments on Matt's perseverance and attitude. Matt are there any more like you out there? This country sure needs them!!

[@v65dreamer]

Never seen one of these machines work. The most amazing part for me is the way it steers. I take it that one of the tricks to using it is trying to run straight lines. Seems to me that any time you need to turn that it disrupts the compacting process.

[@terryjacobs2536]

"walkies" well done Matt another successful job and another tool for the job!

[@isaacnesrtlerode1607]

I like how the heater went off then the jacket came off when trying to separate it

[@laoluu]

51:55 "Now let's see how well this baby can compact a camera"

[@PaulHigginbothamSr]

Pro Home channel spritzes water on his tightening it back up making his removal more difficult. When it is red hot and you wait till junk holds together your's seem to come off better. Same as with mine when younger.

[@Yellowdogsworld]

Reminds me of Wall-E … the little packer that kept itself going with spare parts from all the other little packers

[@dennisparent7660]

Amazing job. You have a lot of patience. Lots of labor but the end result was success. Thanks for the video

[@reggiefaggart196]

Like it when a plan comes together. Good job.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

I'm suprised you still put the previous video links in the description below only and not posting them As Cards on the top right of the screen or Putting them on the end Screen Matt.. You always have great videos Brother 0:30 @Diesel Creek

[@darnmartian9766]

I have to vote for the paint job! If a person wants to upgrade their life surround yourself with clean and shiny. You should put up a lean to someplace put your compressor and sandblaster in there I have done a lot of sandblasting with cheap washed mason sand. It has to be screened and dried but I just spread it out on the concrete and rake it around till it's dry screen it put it in buckets if you set up your workplace properly you can recover and reuse a lot of it. I also insist on good primer.

[@hobtink]

Wow at the size of the main crank bearings in the flywheel housing.

[@theQdomain]

Looks like you could use a couple of rubber tracks like the ones on your compact loader. Give that little thing some real traction. Lol. Great videos. Thanks for sharing!

[@patrickjordan7670]

Trench compactor rammax designed for trench compaction the new ones come with a remote control you can operate them from the cab of your digger a handy bit off kit

[@brianblank9921]

I can't believe I missed this. I watched all the others on this compactor. I guess good things come to those who double check. Another great video Matt!!!

[@mw5905]

Those threaded "pusher bolt" holes are for your slide hammer to screw into...

[@BigDish101]

Add a seat hanging off the control side then add a counter weight to the other end. Easily add 300-400 lbs to the unit.

[@hilham89]

Nice little come back for it. Glad it got done. Was wondering what happened to it. Works really good from the looks of it. That ending was great. A look and a wonder. Then it was said.....I wonder if I can ride.....you had me at I wonder lol.

[@jamesrobinson1022]

Had to do something similar for work. Had a flat cracked tire on a pressure washer. Trying to save a few bucks and not getting a new tire decided to take a wheel off the older pressure washer that the pump was shot but the engine is still good. The hubs and wheels were a different size so end up doing a whole frame swap since the engines were same(Honda GXPs).

[@thomaslund5902]

One of the top videos from you Matt!!👍👍👍 Congrats for getting this old piece of machinery back on the job! Thanks for all your effort to produce this material. You really are an inspiration to not give up, just do it! Fantastic! And keep the nice patina on this one! ...It's a real sleeper - rough on the outside but running like clockwork 😃

[@bigjoe4020]

Its ALIVE !! Good work Dr. Frankenstein :)

[@customowing]

Very frustrating trying to get it apart, I'm glad it was a good fix and not wasted effort on your part, I would have quit and walked away before finding a 13-pound adjustment tool. does a good job, if you painted it, someone might have liked it more than you

[@paulpalmer7353]

I'd be tempted to fit a seat to it some how. Great video, best wishes from Ireland

[@captainover-tighten6729]

Good morning! Thanks Matt. Really enjoyed this video. I have mentioned before but I will reiterate. I appreciate your including the not so perfect things that happen ie forgetting to clearance the flywheel housing. That’s me in a nutshell sans the camera. Best of the season to you and the bride.

[@robertsprafke9376]

7/8 on up standard sockets and wrenches work fine.

[@robertvannicolo4435]

Nice job Matt lucky you had spare parts to fix it👍

[@baverdi]

You know what your tool cabinets nee? Stickers. Hey Ya Got Some!

[@WesternBlazer]

WOOOOOOOO i’ve been in bed sick for two days finally some entertainment!!!!

[@CAPNMAC82]

Excellent tease: Shoes for Christine? We will just have to wait, won't we?

[@karaayers2867]

I'd love to have a little trench compactor for some of the rocky muddy jobs I wind up excavating

[@1973mre]

Excellent video as usual you should build a silky or a mounted seat on the back with some leg pegs. Then you could just drive it around.

[@lenprice6315]

I just got through watching the other two videos. They was awesome really enjoyed them.

[@sharkey086]

Very happy to see the compactor finally up and running! I remember the first video of this 🤣 Now you can tamp and gravel any areas around your property you may have had traction issues and they'll be a thing of the past!

[@393939100]

Applied Technologies on Hanson Ave Butler pa has bearings and seals for I think anything . I needed a pinion bearing for a old Cub lawn mower the local dealer wanted $175 !!! It cost $21 and change at Applied Technologies and he knew what it came out of when I set it on the counter . Just trying to pass on a little advice to you Matt

[@doncummings3915]

Hey Matt, when you gonna fess up, your just a big kid who never grew up...your still in the sand box and having the time of your life...long may you rock, love the channel, you must have to pay alot to keep your wife happy alllowing you to do what you love best...thanks for all the great material...your a good ole boy for sure, God help us if you ever hit the lottery...look out Ritchie Bros.

[@auroratech97002]

Seeing the unit run... My first thought was, "Its WALL-E" !!

[@alexthomson719]

Hi matt your really switch on and turn your hands to any thing another great video thanks again 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@ThePhoenixAscendant]

"I wonder if I can ride this guy..." *OSHA has joined the Group Chat...*

[@bartismoellis1052]

Matt you need to build a standing platform off the back of that thing.

[@6literfuelaholic655]

Next time you have a hose with a crimp like that banjo bolt, and need to reuse it you can cut the crimp off and have a barbed hose fitting still, cut the old hose off and slide some nee hose on so you dont need the coupler

[@waltdog72080]

Good to see you working. Love your videos. Keep up the great work.

[@roygault3325]

Another outstanding video. Your attitude is always great. Thanks

[@oddtechman]

nice series and a good job of fixing the ol gal up. Thanks for sharing these 3 part series with us Matt

[@themachinerydoctor9117]

Nice job, always good to get a project finished. Great work on all the frankensteining too. Keep up the good videos👍

[@ClintsHobbiesDIY]

Hooray Matt. All my life I feel I have been making something out of nothing. That must be the reason I don't miss any of your vids. Carry on.

[@bdmorganseventyfive]

Here lately, any part that you really need to get a project back up and running is on intergalactic backorder.

[@brianelliot2719]

Amazing sequence of videos. 3 machines into one. Very Complex (to me). Well done Matt.

[@robertthegrape2192]

Matt, gets this junk, makes minimal investment in repair parts, invests some brain power and a bit of labor and makes it all work. I'm really impressed. Keep up the good work and the great videos.

[@davidmunro1469]

Two years in the shop? I have gone to mechanics like that. HA HA HA I am just kiding. I know that you are a busy man and there are not enough hours in the day. As soon as this snow melts I have got to get off the couch/

[@groenekever]

Nice had same engine on my small tugboat, hand cranked. Indeed mufler needed and still a lot of noice

[@sammiceli7645]

You need to weld one of those bouncy tractor seats on it.... I spoke too soon, you found your seat.... 🚜

[@josephlwallssr6166]

Wow!Your ,mechanical ability ,amazes me! Ausum, video! Thanks!😀👍

[@shaundakin1210]

Absolutely brilliant job,incredible watching your videos.

[@johnmccormick175]

Your abilities never cease to amaze me,thanks for sharing Matt ..love your videos!

[@philmorrison6898]

Matt, You ain’t scared of nothing aren’t you! I love it! LOL!

[@johnk510]

Way to go Matt ! another successful revival and a great video. !

[@jesusisGod1434]

After I watched this I went to click on the 👍🏼 and found I already did! Thank you for bringing her back! She runs great! Like new!!! Beautiful. I don’t know why, maybe it’s because I’m a girl, this brought a tear to my eye! I think it’s because I miss my dad, he could fix anything! Just like you Matt. 👍🏼❤️