Farmall Super M Engine Knock Ep.5 - Trying To Save The Crankshaft...

[@markhull1366]

I'm 65 yrs. old and started mechanics at 14-15? Spent nearly 30 years as a commercial aircraft tech and I'm still learning new things watching this. Great Job Sr. getting that retaining nut off! Also a shout out for Squatch Jr. Even though he's made several appearances helping dad, you never hear a thing. That is a true gentleman by not "raining on Dad's parade". What a class act. Y'all got a viewer for life here.

[@deweydodo6691]

I have cussed and split fasteners with nut splitters and chisels and heat but never was taught to try to drill into one to weaken it for removal . Well done .

[@robertinscoe2379]

I have to say how enjoyable it is to watch an old school mechanic work on something without tearing everything up, we could sure use a lot more like you two. Like father like son.

[@Wonderwrench]

I agree! I worked as a auto mechanic for 25 years and these two are the only people I would let touch my stuff. The mechanics I worked with over the years and there were many were either hacks, incompetent or did not care about the metal they were working on. When I work on a customers vehicle it is mine and there are no shortcuts. The end result must be as close to as good as new as humanly possible. No one should even be able to tell you worked on it other than its fixed. If I got payed 5 hours labor and the job took 10 hours so be it! I think part of the problem was the commission system. Many mechanics over the years would cut every corner possible to make more money. I just could not work that way. I made less money but I could live with myself. Maybe if I'm lucky I will see them in person at a show as we are from the same state!

[@matty2helpfull]

I know you didnt want to video the repairs on the m sr. but im very thankful your taking the time to bring us along thank you so much.

[@northstar2007]

I know you said this has taken longer to do than you wanted because of the camera and narration... but thank you for taking the time to show us this. I've seen a couple rebuilds done but every one is different and every person a unique perspective. thanks for taking us along on the adventure :)

[@super6954]

Thanks to senior for taking the time to film another part of the super M rebuild. We know we are honored to have you guys do this for us as it wasn't the original plan.It's also created more work for the editing crew, so thanks goes to you as well for your time . Take care Guys.

[@stxrynn]

I just learned something. I'd never seen anyone drill a nut like that. I've seen nut busters, but not like this. Thanks Senior. I appreciate the lesson.

[@veiledzorba]

Me too!

[@lyman360able]

Splitting a nut has always worked for me. It takes longer but I’ve always saved the threads. Great advice. Thank you and jr for sharing your knowledge. Teaching each other is what makes us human.

[@JDK73772]

Love the "old school" methods of removing the crank nut. I personally would never have thought about drilling it out and splitting it like that. Well Done!

[@lukestrasser]

Another absolutely fantastic video from Senior. Thanks for having the patience to video this for us Senior, your attention to detail as well as experience to know when to stop and approach something differently is outstanding. Glad to see you were able to save the crank.

[@markschwartz5614]

Senior reminds me of the mechanics who taught me how to work on Catapiller and Waukesha engines. He is a top notch mechanic and I would be very happy to see more videos by him. Excellent work Senior!

[@charlescompton4495]

Old school! I learned a lot from my Dad about mechanics old school. We did a few tear downs on car, tractor and even lawn mowers as well as electrical, pluming, bricklaying (that one stuck) around the house. Dad is gone ow but all his instruction is still there with us four men. Hopefully we have passed along at least some of what we learned to the next generation. Thanks for all the projects and the neat playlists, Greg.

[@zissou3375]

It s such a great channel. two generations of happy and smart mechanics working -pro bono - for youtube's followers. thank you!

[@Hopkinsg1]

Great job Senior. I see where ol sqwatch gets his skills.

[@regsparkes6507]

Well Sir, I have again found that we are never too old to learn new tips & tricks. Drilling the crank nut was one, and then using that `slug`for the `business end`of a puller, was another. Thanks very much Squatch Sr. I do enjoy the step by step process.

[@kevinyork2517]

I liked the way SR. split that nut by drilling it first. That was really great. Thank you for showing us that.

[@raincoast9010]

You're giving the pup a run for his money. Thanks for taking us along.

[@GrandWagJeep]

I love your tip about using the slug from a hole saw as crank protection when using a puller. Great work!

[@laneburgess1643]

Squatch Senior, I have really enjoyed this series. Thanks for continuing to share it with us. That was a great way to remove the nut without damaging the threads.

[@morgansword]

The acorn didn't fall far from the tree. Very kind of you to work with your dad and let him take the lead on this build being his days with the tools in hand leave you which is where I'm at in life. I could go farther but just don't have the will to live a lot longer. I'm tore up from the floor up and at 72 will not be here to comment like old people do. We have feelings but kids don't care so I will leave unnoticed, with only few to remember me. I love your channel and think you have a good thing going

[@hommie789]

SR doing it right again. Nicely done on that pulley nut. So many guys, myself included, would have just grabbed a 3/4 impact and rammed it off but this old school way is far easier in the long run. Well done.

[@samiam5557]

Very cool series Squatch & Squatch Sr.

[@scottgm321]

Thank you for taking the time to record and teach. I really appreciate it.

[@forrestaddy9644]

Watching you split that nut and listening to your narrative took me back to my apprenticeship 1962 in the man engine room of the USS Coral Sea. When I was assigned to Old Murph, he used the much same dialog as he discussed the ways and means of removing frozen cap nuts from HP turbine case flange studs. Same sort of calm discussion of alternatives and the hazards thereof. Nuts are expendable. Replacing a single high confidence stud can range from a headache to thousands of dollars and schedule delays. Bugger the threads on a turbine shaft or a crankshaft leads to huge expense, delays, and a front row seat in the "Lessons Learned" meetings (also called Bayonet the Wounded Sessions.) You young fellows: pay attention. This is how a careful mechanic works. Step by step. Unhurried. Considers the options suited for each problem. Shade tree know-it-alls scoff at careful deliberation and spoil usable components in their haste. Work smart is the lesson here.

[@robertmccracken72]

Love how you split that nut. I will be keeping that idea in the tool box. Thanks for taking us along!!!

[@kevinmurray9123]

Yes a pleasure to watch another old school master at work

[@mmckinley345]

Thanks for the extra work creating the playlist. it seems x231 is now part of my family I have watched so many videos on the project and you are still so far away from having a working tractor you are going to have so much more content. I will have to go see it when you bring it to its first tractor show when you get it working. I like how you KEPT YOUR MOUTH SHUT when senior was talking on his project. We know how holds the flashlight when he is around. Wish my Senior was still around to do the same.

[@BrianSmith-lo3mj]

Thanks for another great video Senior.👍👍

[@stanpatterson5033]

That oil pan was just like Holiday Inn - The best surprise is no surprise.

[@timminstraprs2169]

I love watching professionals in action, and you sir, mr.squatch sr, are definitely a true professional. 👍✌️❤️🇨🇦

[@seniorelectrician6831]

What a wonderful find in the the tidbit of taking off a stubborn nut

[@cassiuspuckett8789]

Playing around the threads on the end is always a chancy endeavor. But I like the way you did that, it made it much easier to get the nut off without damaging the threads. Nice work. Standing by for the next part of the teardown....

[@bsalightning69]

Really liked the part on nut removal. Good job on explaining technique of splitting the nut. Another thing to remember for future use!

[@lewiemcneely9143]

Sure like hanging out here. You 2 guys get an A-PLUS all the way around!

[@jimnugent4966]

I really appreciate the playlist It is also in the right order from beginning to end so many are the other way and auto play doesnt work well. Really liked the technique of drilling into the nut and splitting it this is a new one for me and one I will definitely put in my bag of tricks for future use. I was worried what the heat would have done to the hardness of the crank.

[@donaldwallace7934]

As usual Sir, you have taught me another method for removing stubborn parts without causing damage!! Thank You!! Until the next video! Cheers!!

[@clayrich749]

I learned something new today. I always cut nuts off, but I like your drilling method.

[@michaelbaumgardner2530]

Very interesting way to split a locked up nut,great video as usual.!!!

[@bobcrone6151]

Goes to show how important it is to have the right tools for the job! Awesome content!

[@dustinmcintosh6799]

Im so glad that I learned the drill trick for the crank pulley. Keep up the great vids Jr and Sr!

[@jamesm9766]

Glad your dad decided to record the rebuild

[@Nitrodr1]

Job well done! Senior Squatch253 is doing a great job with the video work! Keep on, keeping on!

[@Hfoutdoorsyt]

Digging this series👍

[@carterrouth7801]

You did a really nice job of getting that nut off of the crankshaft. Most people would have just grabbed an impact wrench and wrecked the threads on the crankshaft. A little patience goes a long way.

[@Michael-he7xn]

Imagine the great material that could’ve been shared if your pop had KZbin available 40-50 years ago. Mind boggling...

[@ianrobertson8313]

I like the way you are doing these videos very much Looking forward to number five

[@ront8261]

Great video!! Glad you're taking the time to share with us!! Thank you sir!!!

[@KPearce57]

The inside of the engine looked super clean, had 5 Super M's an M and Super MDTA, we had the all apart at one time or another all the Super M's were hopped up with fire crater heads domed pistons and a high lift cam, they would all pull a 4 bottom plow.

[@gatorsworld]

nice project...very interesting and I`m happy to watch....CHEERS

[@philipwalker6982]

Just so incredibly satisfying to watch. Thanks again!

[@evankibbe590]

Awesome job sr . Can't wait for the next installment. I really like how through you and Jr are. Very refreshing to see. 😊

[@half-assedgarage6668]

Pa squatch knows his stuff. Hope to see more of him.

[@tmack2090]

good job with the videos squatch sr !!! really enjoying watching your videos !! thanks for sharing !!

[@charlescastle5566]

Great job Sr. Keep up the good work.

[@scottmoore8080]

Senior, thank you. I’ve never seen gauling (sp) and the process to split a nut. So cool. S

[@dirtysalmonchaser]

Awesome video, cant wait for more. Great job explaining how you got that nut off the crank.

[@timstouder5149]

Keep talking love to watch what you guys are doing since I don't get to work on stuff myself I'm just an internet pogue now I love to watch . Like that hole drilling idea wish I knew about that years ago would of saved alot of time a few busted knuckles & a whole lot of profanity

[@Huskiedrive361]

Another informative video from senior. Great job!

[@anonymousgeorge4321]

Great tip on drilling the nut. Thanks

[@jockmchaggis6797]

Great video, squatch snr is a joy to watch and listen to. The trick with the gauled crank pulley nut was genius

[@backyardbasher]

Excellent job of removing the pulley nut Squatch Snr

[@jamesblakely8128]

I am enjoying watching both of you working on your projects

[@bernardob8604]

Nice job with the nut on the end of that crank.

[@TheFatcats68]

Take all the time you want,enjoying the vedios!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Nice job with the stubborn nut.

[@beekeeper5424]

FANTASTIC!! I'M GLAD YOU DECIDED TO VIDEO!!

[@bobpaterson1845]

Again first class informative video and a few very worthwhile tips picked up along the way 👍👍💪💪💪

[@mikecorrado4971]

Great video. Professional and very informational!

[@martinbenton742]

Great series of videos! After watching video 1 of the tear down I subscribed. Keep them coming, it seem we have the same pace. MB BAR RANCH

[@tonyrum5808]

I can see where Jr got his expertise!!!! Love your videos and your calming voice! Any guesses on the origin of the knock yet???

[@jankotze1959]

Very nice, please consider to roll out twice as much videos out since there is two projects running from the same channel lol

[@jeffryblackmon4846]

Very good job on that stuck nut. I'll try it sometime. Big thumb up from me.

[@hilleryclifford2367]

Squatch sr. You da man! Much respect👍👍

[@edgarburnett2115]

Good job! Experience triumphs again!

[@frankcurley]

Using a brazing tip to heat up instead of the cutting torch tip...that's old school smarts right there.

[@petehudson595]

Great video and thanks for sharing your knowledge with us all 👍

[@JWHubbers]

Thanks for making the playlists. Much appreciated :)

[@heartland96a]

Great step by step method to solve the problem!

[@1crazynordlander]

Our Super M had a crack to the outside in the block into the crankcase near where the top of the oil pump fits into the block. When it ran you could see it move. We had a guy try to weld it but it did not hold. It leaked oil but it held together.

[@pauljanssen7594]

When you're hitting up stubborn stuff like this use paraffin wax instead of a WD-40 type substance the paraffin wax works really great and you'll see the difference it's like a hot knife through butter and you don't let have to let the part cool down to loosen it up enough to get the pin out. 🤫

[@wildcatwilly]

Love it when I see one of your videos on my subscription bar!!!

[@davidconaway2830]

That nut never stood a chance against Senior. Old school knowledge with a lifetime of experience makes for quality work.

[@jeffreymurdock8366]

Had to do the cut the nut thing on a 96 Nissan. Was replacing struts and used cutoff wheel in a dremel to get close to the threads and without using a chisel or anything the nut split on it's own. Had used a 1/2" breaker bar first but broke that right away. Someone had over tightened the nut up.

[@1995jug]

That was a slick war to get that nut off I like it.

[@somethingabouttractors241]

Looks like you have some experience with stuck nuts good job

[@rogercarrico4975]

Look at how clean that pan is !!! Wonder what oil was being used. Definitely not Quaker State Hahahah

[@robertquast9684]

Pretty interesting how sr split that nut. Never thought of drilling like that. I usually go at stuff like that with a torch

[@jondavidmcnabb]

Assuming anti-seize was available, would it have prevented this? How does one gaul a nut, on install, of that size? So many questions about this and fixing the threads...

[@clydeschwartz2167]

Very nice video keep up the good work

[@garyfeltus9801]

Great video of the tear down. I'm rebuilding a CJ 5 Jeep 77 model . I know it's. I know it's not a tractor or cat. Just learning to take your time . I can still apply the same principal. Thanks for video.

[@bobcrone6151]

Gary Feltus what color is ur CJ5? I had one about that same vintage. Had the “Levi’s” interior package. Damn I wish I’d never got rid of it! Also what motor?

[@garyfeltus9801]

@@bobcrone6151 It's blue and black. Has 304 with a 3 speed.

[@bobcrone6151]

Gary Feltus Ah mine has a straight six I think.

[@kenuber4766]

Senior, what happened to that helper of yours? He was there for about 3 nano seconds! Better go get Rick to come over and give you a hand! HaHaHa

[@georgegooding57]

My first tractor experience was at 10 years of age, on a Super M.

[@davidpierce3386]

Jr & Sr. It sound like earlier that you all really just restore the old iron that you bought for enjoyment. Off the left in the last few minutes of the video, it looks like you are already have stock of 4 cyl cranks ready for replacement in this M engine. What other extra stock parts you all have "warehoused"? One can never have enough spare parts laying around. The height of no one piston, I bet the bearing has worn down the babbit material. Thanks again

[@ashagon]

This is a great tutorial. Lots of good info.

[@waltermattson5566]

This is very interesting and fun to watch. Have you ever said what kind of work your dad does or did? He seems like a very good mechanic too.

[@stevecunningham2759]

Great lesson!

[@EddieTheGrouch]

"Waiting for this nut to cool down..." and Jr. didn't even look annoyed. I assume he hid his feelings on camera. >:)

[@MCEngineeringInc]

Great video!👍🏻

[@jimmarshallman6300]

Thanks fellas .... Take it easy ...... THINK ...... And it will all fall into place ...... 😊👍👍🙏

[@00nutt]

Squatch senior what was your day to day job?