John Deere tractor with a BLOWN ENGINE for $1k?! WE’RE IN! Pt. 1

[@richardzackery9934]

You keep mentioning the boat videos and how surprised you was about the response to them, it’s not the content, (cars, trucks, boats, tractors, or whatever), it’s the two of you and what you do together that is entertaining! I’d like to add its GREAT to see you Both in the shop, Aaron looks so happy to be able to get his hands dirty again!

[@ben1canobe150]

Just a suggestion: Use a copper hammer or a copper bar to knock in gears, bearings etc... so you don't scar or break things. It just gives it a little bit of cushioning. Copper hammers/ mallets - are easy to make... and you can make a copper bar out of about any copper laying around. Brass will work too - but I prefer copper myself. Great job by the way - thanks for sharing. I love this stuff - keep it coming.

[@lewisbolman7862]

Zinc works well too, work in a die shop and it doesn't chip as quick as brass or copper

[@amberazurescale5617]

Shouldn't them bearings rather be pressed in?

[@Kentor1701c]

I was thinking of a dead blow hammer, yes copper or brass is also better than steel on steel. Also a bench press and a hydraulic press may come in handy.

[@wilds7867]

Or use a plastic dead shot hammer.

[@SadPuppySoup]

Watching the farmers fix tractors as a kid is what started my road to mechanics and hot rodding. I grew up on a farm fixing tractors with stick/arc welders and oxygen acetylene cutting torch and hand tools bigger then my fist so watching this is comforting and enjoyable. Good job on the rebuild!

[@stevenneuwirth871]

I can see Aaron is getting excited the coder to startup nice job guys

[@ritchiesokol1061]

I have an aviation background. The John Deere Tractor Fix Hook me. I used to wrench 🔧 for a living; now I push perfectly good snow and now I mow (run) over grass. Ritchie from Ankeny Airport in Iowa

[@nealscoggins4853]

All of your content is a joy to watch .just with you two working together makes it great keep up the great content and I'll keep watching

[@BillB23]

What Neal said!

[@chappyd5109]

Exactly...

[@TokyoCraftsman]

this

[@dockey6942]

Yes iv saw her on another car show before trying to be cute

[@nealscoggins4853]

@dockey6942 tring to be cute ? She doest have to try at all she a beautiful lady

[@chjp2346]

FYI, the front crank bearing/bushing bore has a chamfer on the inside to install the bushing from the inside with a bolt washer type tool to draw it into place. Also the rear crank bearing/bushing can be removed with a punch (drive on the center at an angle) install new bushing with a flat plate until flush.. Your welcome.

[@bulldog5350]

Great seeing Aaron working on the engine, the man just looked happy doing something he loves. Great video you guys!

[@andrewhansen4179]

Smart. . . don't buy too much on credit. Worked for us in the medium and long run.

[@LaneSherman]

A refreshingly fun episode. Not that the regular stuff isn't great, it was cool to see how simple the tractor engine was.

[@priceless222]

With the empowerment and gracefulness of you helping your husband there is nothing that man can't do... Your a great helper!!!

[@RedNeckWelding]

I wouldn’t worry much about that rear main bearing, I’ve seen far worse and they were running just fine. But I would advise that you invest in a lead hammer for assembly, reduces the likelihood of errant strikes causing any damage to the machined surfaces. Love all your content!

[@bbwachter]

I agree 100%. Tools are the life blood of any shop, buy once and always have the right one forever !

[@waltmcconnell865]

It made me cringe everytime he got that hammer out, striking machined surfaces, gears, and driving that bearing in with a socket

[@gqp4800]

Or brass ay least

[@davidmorgan5525]

A plastic dead blow has served me well for years, a steel hammer on motor parts was a huge nono in my shop.

[@davidamato768]

I had to look away every time he picked up the hammer. But that's ok...an old tractor on a budget build. Please get a brass or dead blow though😮

[@mrdbooks7285]

I could not imagine living in Snow, disrupts almost half of your year, but then again times there are temps that are 36C+ for a few months of the year with me.

[@mrdbooks7285]

Ooooppppps - went onto a different vid from the channel that I was watching.

[@MM_in_Havasu]

It's all mechanical content, post it! I'm a retired diesel & heavy equipment mechanic myself with 35+ years in the business of mechanics, and this is an excellent tutorial on how to overhaul this little 2-banger diesel engine! Thank you guys for this video, and keep it all coming!

[@BretWFL]

I love this video. I am 50. My parents bought a farm when I was 13. The very first thing they bought was a brand new John Deere 650 to care for a small horse pasture. Love that tractor! Bush hog, snow blade, belly mower I wish I had the bucket. But at 13, what can you do? I do remember looking at the attachment brochure the dealership had often. Funny thing is, that was the first engine I have ever done service work on. By myself. I have been an engine builder for almost 30 years now. Thanks for the memories.

[@olsfield]

Hell yeah i want to see more tractor content. Tractors are cool. Keep up the good work you two

[@dustyrhodes9422]

what alot of people like seeing others who jump off and fix stuff, not just buy new shinny use and store. and the fact that yall both work together, not just 1 person and another videoing. if more folk did this simple work together and enjoy doing it. great channel

[@daleschuler1720]

Being a gearhead I enjoyed the heck out of this episode. Great job Aaron

[@billgentry3679]

Aaron is very lucky to have a helper like you. Awsome video.

[@AlistairBalister]

simp

[@henkholdingastate]

With these you don't have the problem of modern tractors and that is that everything is completely stuffed with electronics. Oh your tractor doesn't work anymore..... too bad we don't support the software anymore. Buth buth.....sorry your problem.

[@harryfaberiii3261]

Good to see Aaron back in the swing of things. Not that watching Emily turn wrenches is a bad thing. Good to see you’ve recovered well. Look forward to hearing it run.

[@SteveC38]

Y'all Are Awesome Together! I'll Be Back Tomorrow👍

[@MadScientistGarage]

Sweet find! I love watching y'all fix anything that's a machine.

[@gordbaker896]

An Incredibly Beautiful Smile Emily. ♥ Bag and tag those parts people. Please get a large table/bench to do your work on. Your back and knees will thank you later. You risk breaking rings/and or Piston by not removing the upper ring land. There are tools for that. Perhaps take it to an engine rebuild shop if you can find one. You may also need to polish the Crank Journals.

[@bobmiller9058]

The first flying sparks video i saw was the $5000 boat episode and I said who are these guys that can do this?? Now we have a tractor so you got me. It is so great to see Aaron at what looks like to me at full speed with his dry humor in full force!

[@talvalon999]

Loved watching you both do this rebuild, as an old timer and engine guy the only thing I can advise you on is to reduce your metal on metal contact. Don't use steel hammers on steel parts, there are softer alternatives or use a piece of smooth hardwood between the hammer and the part.

[@walter2990]

I was saying that same thing. Get or make yourself a few brass hammers. You won't be using rat tail file's on deformed bearings again.

[@thomaschumley3904]

I don't think it is the specific content that brings us all back, I think it is the literal joy that you show with every new project.

[@richardmiller8407]

I retired 2 years ago after working on John Deere tractor's, combine's and sprayers for 35 years. Working on this size tractor is a lot more enjoyable then working on the newer one for sure. You did a great job on this yanmar engine. Enjoy you tractor.

[@jessewatt3613]

The difference between a drinking person and a sober person is huge. The productivity of a sober person is off the charts no limits

[@scrappydogfinance8434]

Why not Use a Block of Wood or a Brass Punch to drive the Cam Bearing into the Block? It would be gentler on the bearing edge

[@tylerbarrett6652]

Don't ever doubt these types of videos... a 2 cylinder diesel engine is rare enough... but to see you guys do this TOGETHER and then put the equipment to use is an excellent use of the channel (IMHO)... I'm sitting here worried that you won't show us the rest of the work on your tractor... and then you won't show us what you end up using it for. PLEASE keep this going for us. I love your channel... more for the types of people you are than for the content.

[@MultiCrusher2]

That is a Yanmar /john deere

[@thublit]

First timer here! Takes me back to the family farms during summers I spent there and was put to "work". All a blast for me growing up. Spent some time making pistons for John Deere. Demanded very close tolerance work and by golly John Deere sure checked the parts received, great quality control.

[@AIRPORT-mc2ys]

MADE IN JAPAN BY SHIBAURA

[@gregoyler944]

Love the tractor content! But then again all of your content has been great. Thanks for keeping it real and unscripted. Life happens!

[@billhoward7730]

Aaron is a very talent man, he tackles all these different projects with ease. I really enjoyed watching the tractor engine rebuild. Great job Aaron. Bill

[@ksokie63]

Hey Emily and Aaron 👋, cool little build going on there. It’s good to see what’s going to work for content. But that lunch you had off the grill looked delicious 😋. But thanks for sharing and have a great week ahead 👍

[@noahorr3480]

I have a 650 like this, it was handed down by my father and grandfather, the original owner. I love it, it does so much and demands so little! Mow, move dirt, dig holes, pick up engines, pull fence posts, drag logs, and it'll work for days on a few gallons of diesel. I'm so happy to see one getting restored. Now to watch the first start video!

[@davidhill4711]

Great timing. I am rebuilding a small JD lawn tractor. Engine done, now stripping rust , then paint. Finally just waiting on replacement parts from JD. All under 1k that would have cost 3500+. Love it. John Deere's parts and manuals are great to help make it happen

[@SF-fm7ov]

I grew up on the farm fixing things and farmed for 26 years until many hailstorms put me out of business. I transferred an F10 loader from an old truck frame to a 1970 Buick 225 with a 455 engine and an automatic transmission with a 4 speed Brownie behind that. I kept the heavy truck rear end as it carries the weight. I later bought a 4-wheel drive articulating loader. My hired man (who helped me with the build), always preferred driving the Buick loader. Too old to do this much now but enjoyed watching you two work together. I think if kids were exposed to this kind of creative thinking, we'd have less craziness in the world. Subscribed!

[@robh649]

MORE TRACTORS!!!!!! My thanks to both of you for the great content of ALL types!

[@davidmalzac3511]

So glad to see wrenches and ratchets being used for assembly, not impact drivers. Proof Aaron knows what he is doing. Just makes me cringe when the impact is used for assembly. Good job. And i like the tractor video. Make sure to show us some tractor work in the future too!

[@jimbates955]

Great to see the engine rebuild, as it doesn’t matter what it propels. I feel the nostalgia Aaron feels towards the tractor, and the times spent with his grandpa. I think if there was a question that bearing needed replacing, y’all would have taken it to a machine shop to have it removed…

[@markkrauss5994]

Love that cool 69' Chevy pickup

[@braddokken9191]

You two are doing it right. Not only are you saving money but you will know a lot more about the condition of your tractor.

[@SquareSasquatch]

It’s fun watching you two work together and have fun. I don’t care what the project is.

[@hayneshvac2]

Can't wait to hear it run...I don't know about anyone else, but the content is sold by the vibe, you two make for good entertainment...I love to watch anything mechanical too, so keep it coming. Thank you for all the time involved, and all the content you bring, and you awesome personalities!!!

[@johnjacobjinglehimerschmid3555]

Ok so here's what I find absolutely amazing. Your wife is right there doing with you. Now that's refreshing to see.

[@richsmith6952]

Watching tear down and reassembly is interesting. Great to see a skilled mechanic.

[@larrycole1400]

I admire her attitude and participation.

[@davidmahoy4478]

Since I’m an old farm boy, yea, I’d love to see you working on a tractor, any part of it. Wish I had something like that on my property. 🤠

[@jonhaskell9630]

Any lady that picks up on the sound of an assembly as it finds home is a keeper! I like the Chemtool over the CRC simply because it doesn't leave a residue after flashing off. Nice video.

[@douglasarmstrong2748]

This is a fun build on that little tractor. I am anxious to see it running and working. I am a John Deere guy myself so this is really fun to watch. Take care guys.

[@TF856]

My dad had his own small excavation business when I was growing up. I got to run his equipment as soon as I could reach the peddles. He loved doing the backhoe work and I loved doing the rototilling work with his Massey Ferguson 60 hp tractor. I really wish I had my own tractor to this day to do that kind of work!

[@netfun8]

I bought the same tractor last summer. 5 foot brush hog works. Harrow and fert spreader worked great to plant grass. I enjoyed watching you guys get into the guts of your tractor.

[@hughmuir3063]

Variety is always good. Seeing each of you projects from beginning to end is very satisfying and educational. So thanks to both of you and keep up the good work.

[@j2kinflarc768]

If it’s got an engine in it and I get to watch you two working together, I’m in. Plus tractors are cool. Especially older ones that are simple workhorses.

[@johnhintermaier7651]

Tractors rock! Aaron, as a New York farm boy in the 1950s, John Deere and Farmall dominated the fields!

[@edharry3984]

Aaron I can relate to your love of this tractor. On a smaller scale I had an International Harvester Cub Cadet .I learned to Drive on it , Plow snow, Cut Grass,Dig , Carry Hay , Spread Horse Manure ,pull Cars , you name it. One Rebuild and two Short blocks. I did sell it 20 + years later and wish I didn't. I hope to find another one someday.

[@garybulwinkle82]

I have the Cub Cadet I learned to drive back in '69. My dad bought it to mow the grass on his property and I got it when he died. It's sitting in my garage, but the Craftsman tractor runs so much smoother and gets much better "mileage"! I even have the original manual!! I have too many tractors! I've got an old CAT D4 that needs a ring rear and reassembled (bought in partially taken apart). I sure would like to start on these projects, but I live next to thieves in Montana, and the law enforcement here is mediocre at its best; actually the corruption here is off the charts!!! My best friend id my side arm!!!!

[@bobbywright5983]

I love seeing work done on older tractors.its a shame to see them just go to scrap

[@timmcqueer8460]

It seemed like Aaron always had an edge to him. I see in it guys I served with who had ptsd or were struggling with things. Since your break that seems to be gone. Best to you both!

[@johndoherty8732]

Here's a great tip next time you want to do a degrease on a rebuild. It's much cheaper and will definitely remove paint for repainting. Buy a pound of 100% lye crystals (sodium hydroxide), use a 2 gallon pump up sprayer and fill with 2 gallon water, add sodium hydroxide mix and spray on. You'll be shocked how easy this works with just a garden hose to rinse. Just be super careful not to get any on you! But if you do, we call it the hydroxide dance. Almost all degreasers main ingredient is sodium hydroxide. Much cheaper and more effective as you can control what strength you want. John Doherty LykeNew Power Wash Salina Kansas Location

[@somanycars]

Really enjoyed watching Aaron knock this out. I've been wrenching on cars my whole life but these diesel engines are a different animal. Very cool to really see his expertise in this one.

[@johnrpizzaguy]

I don’t care what the internet says, you do you and do what works best for you and Emily. But what do I know I’m 63 with 39 years as a Master Mechanic and married for 42 years ( way out of my league, she’s hot and I’m not ). Take care you guys and thank you for the great videos. Much respect to the Ralph’s. 🙏

[@madmit2483]

What a score on that tractor 🚜. Aaron hit the nail right on the head. Who wants to have $25,000 tied up in a machine you're really not going to use that much. I would love to have a machine like that around my yard and only have four thousand tied up in it. You guys rock and you're both so fun to watch. I love all your content. The tractor content is awesome too. Nice to see Aaron showing his diesel mechanic skills. Can't wait for part 2!!!!!!!!!

[@AverageCitizen333]

i grew up in a shop that fixed old tractors and farm machinery, and then later it was my first job. its been 15 years since i worked on a farm tractor probably, but i never lose interest in them.

[@PoconoJoe13]

Glade to see Aaron is feeling better. Health is number 1. I love all the content you guy’s do. Anytime you can bring something back is great. Also I get to lean something every time. Thanks for all the content you show

[@garyalford9394]

Good buy on the crank, rear main brg will be fine !

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

What a joy it is to watch a master mechanic do his dance! Thanks for filming this and I hope it’s loved enough that we get to see more tractor work!

[@francisvantuyle]

Gentlemen pay attention to this woman. She is very very rare. She jumps right in to help. She is never in the way. Asks all the right questions. Is not afraid of getting dirty. She loves her man. He loves her. She is also one in 10million. I had a wife like this. She got cancer and had to go. I sure do miss her.

[@tomtaormina845]

I know this will sound silly but I started watching this on my phone and I found it so interesting that I caught myself trying to help Aaron by blowing the dust out of his way while he was sanding to expose the timing marks. It was unsettling when I caught myself. LOL

[@bfdmanbfd]

Dont worry about it I do the same I'm so use to doing hands on work when I watch someone doing it it's just habbit to react

[@jhiggz9258]

Tractors work fine for me. I'm a sailor and the more I know about diesels the better off I am. Also, love that natural smile!

[@craiggoodwin9704]

Aaron and Emily, I've always wanted to rebuild a tractor motor. I don't have the skills that Aaron has, but I could give it a shot one day anyway. Really enjoyed this video. Kinda fun. Thanks for Sharing!

[@jennymark7403]

I noticed the red car , it's a Australian holden commodore the USA imported in as a Buick, great car .

[@rustynail2205]

Enjoying the tractor content. It’s great to see Aaron wrenching away and his strength returning. I think it could be therapeutic for him too, diesel engines and a tractor similar to his childhood. Nice to see your pooch about too. OK, just got to the tacos part. Those looked amazing. Edit, now I see the chops. 😋

[@BakerStudiosIndy]

I resurrected a JD 750 a few years ago, the upgrade to the 650 you have. Both are rebranded Yanmars. Great tractors and easy to work on... And fun to use and own. Rock reliable, with a few caveats. The hydraulic pump is in the transaxle. When the pump fails, replacement or service requires splitting the tractor. Also, the seals in the "locking" valve erode over time and the 3-point will drop until the valve is replaced. But these things run for decades without issues. You got a great little tractor for the money.

[@lavernengelke8778]

Any thing you guys take apart and repair is a learning experience for us to watch; I'm 83 years old and you two inspire me with your automotive ability. I recently bought a poor old 1955 Olds with a 324 c.in. engine that hasn't been started for 20 years today I changed the oil and will begin the process of starting it up using Aaron's and VGG's technique of starting an old engine. Take care and keep the vids coming I watch them all. Thanks for all your tutoring and mechanical knowledge.

[@cwdtransport2247]

I concur . ChiefD

[@roballan4944]

Next time shrink the cam bearings in the freezer. The shoulder is to help installation alignment. Do not use red locktight, bushings/bearings use green 620 it's designed for this purpose.

[@HomeBuiltByJeff]

Never thought I would be enjoying tractor content, but that was great, and looking forward to part 2.

[@jamesgilmore-thewaterplusg5470]

I am enjoying the smiles, laughter and seeing you two work together. Well done!

[@richardt3744]

I enjoy watching yall working on anything. It's the process that's interesting. Like how descriptive you guys are about everything.

[@nickolascunningham8039]

My uncle has a 950 that I’ve ran several times, that era of JD tractors are pretty good! Not to mention, his 950 is powerful too, it’ll brush hog 4 foot grass in the highest gear all day long!

[@bobsmithsonrealtor]

Great to see how well Aaron is doing. The arms look as if they are healing well and he looks happy to be back at work. It doesn't matter what you're working on if you are having fun! If it isn't fun, close the door and go do something else....it will be better tomorrow! Take care.

[@rontorrence]

The fact that you are overhauling the John Deere tractor is why I'm here. I listened about your problems and the fact that drinking is no longer a part of your life. I say good for you, your lives will be much better. Good luck to the both ohfyou

[@JaKe-bd2fq]

Have to agree, tractor content is great to to watch as well. We have a 1961 B414 and always great to watch tractor fun. Looking forward to see the fun you have with yours.

[@paulwillard5924]

Well done! I own two of these tractors, a 650 like yours (4wd but no bucket) and a 750 (3cyl 4wd with bucket) and both are super capable, easy to work on, handy as all get out! If folks out there need parts for these Yanmar built John Deere’s, Hoye Tractor parts in Texas is a great source!

[@BlackSolstice07]

Phenomenal video. Aaron is in his element doing a diesel. He's like watching a potter working his clay. But to add some humor, did anyone else see Findley crawl out from under the house at 3:42? Watch over Emily's shoulder. 😂😂

[@Billnorthcountry]

It's not the content. it's the amazing people that bring the content to us. we watch thank you

[@michaelmalloy7063]

Just amazed at Aaron's knowledge of engines!! Great job and enjoyed the contents of this video.

[@screamingmimi119]

This episode really sings to my heart. I recently became the trustee of a JD750, my dads name is also Ralph. ❤❤More tractor content please!!❤❤

[@johncundiff7075]

I just enjoy all the content you share with us!! You guys are real and genuine and I do appreciate all the time and effort you put into your channel!! Keep up the fantastic work!

[@erichoffman8671]

lol without the bucket it looks like a riding lawnmower

[@jeffreyadams8811]

Great job !!! It’s amazing how small that engine is and can still do an amazing amount of work 🤠

[@Rnm1hart]

You're always very methodical. And always seem to do really good work. Plus compared to a lot of the other KZbinrs I Watch. Your audio is always exceptionally good. I did see that use red loctite on the bearing. Loctite has a Pacific green loctite 620 retaining compound. That is made especially for bearings to keep them from spinning. The only downside with using the green stuff is you have to heat it to get it out afterwards.

[@barrypurves4524]

I recollect from decades ago an "industrial arts" instructor advising a class of 20-25 senior apprentices......."each minute of stone hone operation is roughly equivalent to one year of engine operation"...... that is a remarkable testament to the efficiency of a micro film of lubricant betwixt the rings and cylinder wall at operating temperatures and pressures

[@VWJawbreaker]

I’m good with whatever you guys post on either channel, keep up the great work! Can’t wait to hear the first start up and see y’all drive it around the yard!

[@russse2793]

Love the Luv. Brings back memories on my old red Luv with a rusted out frame, It was my first bought truck, and I was very naive when I bought that thing, but It took me home multiple times while I was in the military. God bless.

[@user-gc1zn5mn4p]

I used that type honer to deglaze my Chevy cylinders, then used oversized rings to prevent blowby & ensure proper compression--worked perfectly. As for the squirrel problem, a 22 short will fix that. They are delicious pan browned in butter with a little salt & fresh ground pepper.

[@bertonfeuchtwanger9779]

Great find. You will be happy with that tractor and loader. That little two cylinder engine will sound vintage putt putt. That tractor was a joint venture between John Deere and Yanmar of Japan. There was a whole series, 650, 750, 850, 950, 1050, 1250, 1450 and 1650. I helped test these tractors back in the day and was always impressed. I also had a 650 like yours to travel around the factory in Waterloo. Good luck with your rebuild, I will be watching.

[@davidmcdaniel2615]

The great thing about watching you guys is that you enjoy working and being together. It seems that everything you do, no matter how difficult, you find a way to keep smiling. Good to see you smiling again Aaron! P.S. Is walking down a tool aisle and buying something you MIGHT need a bad thing? LOL!

[@dennisspottedwolf1019]

run across your page today and enjoyed the relaxed way in which y'all share what you know. I'm quite fond of old mechanicals regardless of brand etc. I have a '68 JD 140 with a single hydraulic. I replaced the ruined motor with a 15hp knockoff and I am quite pleased with the fit. Keep up the work videos.

[@65LB]

You two and your adventures, whatever they might be, are just plain fun to follow!

[@bobbydee1187]

Love this stuff. So, I Subscribed. And I hit the bell notification button. 😂

[@pauljenkins2501]

Hello from England. Thank you, you two, for another great video. Personally, I like to see any video where a non running vehicle gets brought back to life. Not taken back to showroom condition, but just turned from a static pile of scrap into a piece of working machinery once again. So I enjoyed this one greatly.....