Ezyloader Overhaul

[@graemediesel2936]

A video documenting the overhaul and upgrading of the easyloader would be interesting to see 😃

[@vanderpoolfarmsl.l.c.9983]

Ian, any and all video that you can provide will be much appreciated by the rest of us, Ezyloader owners. You are right about VERY little maintenance info. Last year at this time, I had all 3 cylinders resealed. Mine is a 1999 model and the cylinder seals were shot. I have never replaced bearings, but then I only lift individual hives. Appreciate any and all info you provide. Thank you!

[@donbearden1953]

Good luck! I’m sure that you can do the job. If I was doing it I would take at least 100 pictures on my phone as I performed the disassemble steps.

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

I hear ya Mine will be on KZbin :)

[@donbearden1953]

@@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog Ian, just to let you know I wasn’t trying to tell you to take pictures, because of my memory problems I would if I was doing the work. You’re a lot younger than me and thank goodness you don’t have the problems I have.

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

Lol oh I think we all do

[@colecrick7223]

@@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog do you ever sell mated queens? I wouldn't mind at all buying some to get working up here in northern BC

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

I have not done anything like that , sorry

[@richardnoel3141]

Definitely! Your work horse needs to be fed and watered!! I would kick myself if that weld broke in mid flow! Looking forward to see it in bits!! Top work!! 😊👍💯

[@robertsfarmsllc]

That’s a clean looking 8870. We had several 8970’s and they were a very strong tractor for their time period

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

It’s a good row crow tractor , lots of power and hydraulic flow

[@issentsov]

Ian, please make more detailed videos about the project , I ve received many questions and comments on that easyloader. Tell us where and when you bought it, why, did you consider any other variants, price, mainteinance. Have you seen self-made things like that or interesting modifications? In post Soviet countries we don't have producers of that stuff, it is very interesting even for me personnally. Thank you again, your videos are always TOP

[@sokolov_oleg110]

Зря наговариваешь, были и есть такие агрегаты на постсоветском пространстве)) Правда почему то использовали не по назначению)) в основном электриками на столбах фонари меняли))

[@issentsov]

@@sokolov_oleg110 хахахахахахаха И сейчас есть у меня самого подобный, мусор выгружаем им. П.С. У нас на постсоветском пространстве много чего было, и гидравлика, которая ракету с атомной боеголовкой из вагона выбрасывает, а поршень у ЮМЗ все течет и течет)

[@ЕвгенийЖжж-к7х]

@@issentsov ролик не длинный- когда ждать перевод?)

[@issentsov]

@@ЕвгенийЖжж-к7х этот не имеет смысла

[@olgamurgoci6543]

Yes, i would like to see also some details of that krane, and a litle bit of Jan resoration work. We can only hope that he will make more videos on that subject ! Go for it Jan, do'it for us to !

[@beeman4926]

This is a very well know problem. I have had 3 loader and they have all had this problem. On my newest loader the triangle had serious cracks after only part of the first season used (3 months) I replaced the triangle with a new one shipped from Australia and I noticed cracks started up again this year . This is something that the manufacturer needs to redesign before someone gets hurt or worse! This is unacceptable.

[@russellkoopman3004]

If that think broke while lifting 4 or 5 deeps full of honey it could make quite a mess and someone could get hurt for sure.

[@johnmorgan9435]

Ian, you have brought up a topic that few have dared thread. I am 40 years at this and have amassed a fair bit of equipment. To say manufacturers of equipment for our industry give poor information in their manuals, electrical and engineering drawings is an understatement!

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

There are manuals for combines dating back 40 years that have more precise exact information than our modern day bee equipment does , maybe because it’s simply simple

[@johnmorgan9435]

@@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog Yes, Ian I agree 100%. Despite being on the other side of the World, we have similar problems.

[@thomasbacon]

One of those projects that is going to feel so damn good when your using it in a few months. Good thing too because your honey crop this year is going to put that sucker to work!

[@rodneymiddleton9624]

You're absolutely correct that this is the best time to get that repair out of the way. I would try to add some gussets and a wrap around piece of steel to reinforce that pivot. It looks like that is the weak point. The wiring in the arm is probably elevator cable that is fine stranded. Thanks for the video!!!

[@flyingpigpreserve8562]

Wow So Glad You caught this before it got me any worse or broke during your busy season. Also reason very little information is because they want you to buy a new one not rebuild yourself. Hope to watch your progress. Peace from WV USA

[@AntennaBee]

Hi Ian Shame I'm not closer 🇬🇧 Cutting back and replating / welding the boom assembly with the appropriate welding rods is a nice job, all the best with the repair

[@ke6gwf]

Looks like a job I would enjoy lol I don't know your welding background or training, but a lot of people don't know how to safely repair cracks, and since if that breaks it could cause injuries as well as shut the job down, I will say something! In order to get a repair that holds, the entire crack needs to be ground out full depth in a vee shape, basically beveling each side back at a 45 degree angle. Then you take a mig or small diameter rod and make a small root pass that ties the inner edges of the metal together, and then continue layering small passes in, alternating sides, so a cross section would look like a bunch of straws laid in straight and parallel. Then you can do a weave pass on the top. The end result needs to be full penetration for the full thickness of the original metal, with no voids, so each bead has full penetration into the base metal as well as the bead next to it. This will give you basically the same strength as the original metal. If you try to do it with just a single large bead, it won't be able to get full penetration on all parts and will thus be weaker than the original metal, and since the factory metal is cracking, a weak weld is certain to crack, and since the heat of the welding effects the strength and brittleness of the metal, it will probably crack worse than it is now. Once you gouge out and layer in the cracks, adding some gusset plates or doubler plates to add strength may be good, but if you add them over poorly repaired cracks there is a good chance it will just get worse. It may also need the cracked section to be completely cut out, and have a machinist make up a new section out of thicker steel, or some other more drastic measures since it looks like that piece was underbuilt.

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

being a farmer, I think I should be able to do that but also being a smart farmer, I think I might get my local professional welder to attempt this job. Its certainly an important fix and i definitely need it done right for exactly the reasons you stated. cheers!

[@stevewoods7563]

I couldn’t help but notice the sweet AMT in the shop!! The original almost side by side!!

[@gregm312]

thats a project i would like to see

[@olgamurgoci6543]

Me to !

[@randallcarter-carterhillho2277]

Great video!! Those cracks might be caused by vibrations from driving down the road while folded up. These vibrations would exert maximum stress in the area of the cracks. I am thinking a rubber cushioned support near the elbow would both provide support and dampen the vibrations while driving.

[@ThatBeeMan]

Ouch! The value of inspections and preventative maintenance. Glad you found that now!

[@FoodForestPermaculture]

Yes for sure do the maintaining when you have down time . Peace out fantastic earthling that looks after the bees . Howie

[@ПасекаКовтуновых]

,Ian, greetings from Russia.

[@ПасекаКовтуновых]

I look forward to all your videos, this year I will do everything according to your method, although I have a dadan case for 10 frames. (I am sure that everything will work out)

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

Well take what I do with a grain of salt lol

[@ricksutton2902]

Back in my day many moons ago. Our family business headed seem kind of setup what you got. This before EZ Loader we had cardinal lift. It was okay it did the job. It was better than picking them damn heavy things up by hand. That was many many moons ago Iceberg beekeeper.🥶🥶🥶🥶

[@eddevault4604]

Hey Ian....fittings with paint on them will not take grease...change the zerk fittings...if it still wont take grease...take a plumbers torch...heat the area around the zerk fittings a bit...the grease inside can get very dry over time and as lack of grease things gets worn.... As far as the cracks....get yourself an experienced welder to look at those cracks...I’m sure they can gouge those out with a torch...and weld them back up for you....I’ve had all kinds of things crack -rewelded...but you got to get the guy with the know how....We are all pulling for you sir....

[@ETsBees]

Yes please make more detailed video of rebuild. Do you have any other Channels on a different platform?

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

I can only keep up to this one lol

[@armanpoloyan570]

Hello Mr Ian,my name is Arman,I come from Armenia.I love beekeeping and also I do woodworking.I have 25 colonies and this year I am going to make it 50.There are many agricultural products in the area I live and also sainfoin and alfa-alfa.My question is,can I have good result in honey if I keep very strong bee colonies working on a little far distance.Thanks.

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

It’s the reward of diminishing returns

[@originalbasswarrior]

Have you thought of mounting your 2nd Ezyloader on a trailer you could pull with a tractor? I wouldn't think it would be to much of a problem to rig a pigtail for power. Then you would have a loader your could take anywhere without worrying to much about massive ruts.

[@gonnagetya1433]

Not to mention the loader can swing and load the pulling truck too.

[@TheFarmacySeedsNetwork]

Wow, that's quite a job, actually.. lot of parts to go through and dis-re assemble. I wondered about that joint with all the weight on the end of that boom. Any thoughts of beefing it up a bit to make a little less stressed? I hope you will share the finished product with us!

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

I might do that !

[@drjmarkrodgers1428]

Wow that’s a lot of work

[@michaeltobin2014]

Cracks in an essential component needs a replacement part, get on to the Aussie manufacturer and put it on them, you are after all their best ambassador! (Tip from a fellow Aussie.)

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

Problem is I’m going to be honest in my assessment

[@Fragaut]

If I understand how the loader works and I gauge correctly the lever ratio between the boom and the stabilization arms, about 10:1 to 15:1, it looks like that part is constantly cycling a few tons in flex and twist on its two arms while the boom moves about. And here, we're talking 100,000+ cycles in the course of a single year of operation in your yards. Not a mechanical engineer but that's quite a lot of fatigue for mere welds. That piece should probably be a forging rather than a weldment.

[@campdavidsonfunctionaltrai8583]

easy! thanks for the website on the unit.

[@ПасекаКовтуновых]

How are your bees wintering?

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

So far so good

[@raymondknapp6247]

You had a video out today, 1/18/2021 and when I tried to access it it said the video was private. I am interested in seeing the easyloader video.

[@FoodForestPermaculture]

Thank you kindly for sharing .

[@PilgrimSojourner]

Good thing you have a long winter to give you time to do stuff like that.....

[@RaySarasin]

Pop those 2 pins out and the top should come off to lower and figure out the rest i wish you luck its 0 here today soon i think the cold is coming cheers

[@Bri_bees]

I think a collab with Ave video is in order.

[@JDS62]

I would refab the tri head from scratch with thicker material.

[@allsmilz7234]

*SweetShop Ian* _NiceSemiTractor_

[@danmack9119]

Ian, You are smart to keep up on equipment maintenance. There is never a good time for a break down.

[@wadebarnes6720]

Just look at it this way be happy those cracks ain't in your back machinery is really nice sometimes

[@sokolov_oleg110]

Good afternoon, the weld is cracked this is very bad, the cantilever part needs to be strengthened.

[@davidpook5778]

Was watching the video of the teardown of the lift, paused the video and when I hit play got a message (private video) AND IS NO LONGER LISTED...............

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

LOL, I’m redoing the video with a voice over. The music wasn’t what I thought I’d be. I think you will find this version more useful:)

[@davidpook5778]

@@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog Well done!

[@pionirsrka]

Please 🙏🙏🙏 Film it on KZbin Please

[@crazygame2118]

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[@joepatterson5911]

Hey Ian your sound is off on this one , not up to your usually excellent production, there was nothing after you had it all apart the music at the beginning and most of the rest of the time was way loud and covered up your comments.., just a little constructive critique.. I always enjoy your videos and have learned a great deal from them!!! Seems like Easy Loader should do a better job of instruction manuals etc. You may want to send a copy of the updated video to them , I’m sure that watching this would help them to upgrade their engineering and manufacturing processes in order solve some of these concerns and problems !!!!!

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

I’m redoing that specific video, with voice over

[@evanorchard8769]

Main...tain...nance?.... This is not the Steppler Farm’s I know?!?!?

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

Did you see my spectacular weld job on that cracked spindle ,?!? I’m going to get Geoff to weld it this time lol and we need to justify that shop somehow ha ha

[@evanorchard8769]

@@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog Ha... it couldn’t be worse than anything welded at orchard farms...

[@aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

(..as I remember seeing uncle Gordon’s bale wagon pass by in my mind ) , can’t disagree with you there ha ha

[@eugenstorozhev2303]

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[@GornaPaseka]

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