Just found your channel. Like the car stuff. LOVE the steam!!!!
@jettpro6647 Жыл бұрын
I like the old steam engines and the car videos. Keep up the good work rescuing all the old iron!
@mikeycunningham2307 Жыл бұрын
Jonathan there's nothing wrong with the quality of your videos we enjoy each and every one of them keep up the awesome work your a talented man
@heathvice8365 Жыл бұрын
Saving them one at a time, good job.
@nadenolam8368 Жыл бұрын
The one man steam engine saver.
@ldean-du5im Жыл бұрын
Always makes me smile when one of them engines start up. Thanks for the video!
@Dan-gi7yz Жыл бұрын
Thank you for preserving the past. And posting it to share your knowledge ))
@sodiorne2 Жыл бұрын
It's Great you save these, once they are gone so is our history!
@edwardmartin3069 Жыл бұрын
Some time back you had mentioned making a portable steam engine and boiler setup that could be used for mobile demonstrations. This little boiler would be the perfect boiler to use for that. It cleaned up nicely and really looks good. Keep up the good work and take care of yourself.
@duncanfrere2656 Жыл бұрын
A boiler transformed! Paint, new valves, plumbed up.... She's a beauty! Steam or petrol... I'll watch 'em all. I think that goes for all of us, reading the comments. Thanks for your channel. It's a favorite, for sure!
@andrewmantle7627 Жыл бұрын
That little tiny running engine is as cute as it could be.
@ronosga4391 Жыл бұрын
That little boiler and your marine engine would be perfect for a little 12' wooden boat. Another amazing find, I never would have guessed there was still so much old iron in existence.
@WayneGiguere-d9f Жыл бұрын
Hey Jonathan it's a little boiler is pretty cool well you have a good day my friend
@junkmanjoey5 Жыл бұрын
Don't ever quit. I've been working in auto salvage for years. Your videos are like shop class for the day. Been watching now for many years, pray for many more for all of us. May God bless you and family.
@michaelgillespie1206 Жыл бұрын
You're really building up a nice museum of steam engines and boilers, it would be nice to come see it some day.
@terrykeithley6183 Жыл бұрын
I like your vids Johnathon. Stay safe.😊
@2805224 Жыл бұрын
your doing something that Coldwar motors can't do, you keep doing it ,love the vids
@jorgefernandez-mv8hu Жыл бұрын
Glad you were able to purchase it before it went away for good. Glad to see your steam videos because they are educational as well as cool to watch. Steam engines got this country started on its way to the powerhouse it is today. They ran everything with steam before electricity. I hope you find some of the parts you need there and looking forward to the moving video.
@George-dy3pt Жыл бұрын
I watch everything video you put up! And I enjoy everything you do, especially for our American history and culture!
@ianlane7026 Жыл бұрын
You are a one man rescue machine. It's great to see something that looks in fairly good nick, even if there are some important bits missing, you seem to be able to make anything you need. Greetings from Scotland and take care of your health. You could make a video of painting an outside toilet door and most of us would watch it because all your videos are interesting and educational. Keep them coming. 👍🏻
@philipcollins5440 Жыл бұрын
The set up is Beautiful and look at the little engine that could😊
@OnlyTheEd Жыл бұрын
That Frick engine barely needs paint.....if at all.... nice save!
@denniskindrick6078 Жыл бұрын
looks good love ya saving and rebuilding the past
@Rebar77_real Жыл бұрын
A boiler small enough to fit on a pontoon boat, heh heh! And there was bound to be a clearer to get at engine to rescue one day(*knocks wood)!
@chuckfirman3249 Жыл бұрын
I think he’s getting addicted to the Bates engines.😏
@rogergoodman8665 Жыл бұрын
He is definitely a man on a mission! I've literally lost count of his steam engines and related parts. It's an impressive collection for sure that I imagine must have been quite expensive to put together.
@mikepelz7004 Жыл бұрын
What's not to love, all of your videos are educational as well as informative, thank you for all you do, and keep them coming🛠
@frankkirby5763 Жыл бұрын
This channel has been great for many years now. Thank you Sir for all the things you have shown us over the years. The steam engines have made the journey even greater. Best wishes.
@ironcladranchandforge7292 Жыл бұрын
If you made nothing but steam engine videos I would be happy with that. The new boiler looks great!!
@hutchjohnson2184 Жыл бұрын
Wood gasification for boiler heat! Yes! A whole new set of hardware/iron to educate yourself AND us! Weston Farmer wrote a book "From my old Boat Shop" and pages 176-198 have quite a bit of detail on "Producer Gas", and he writes in an entertaining way. The book is still in print as far as I know. Another guy, Bill Durham wrote "Steamboats and Modern Steam Launches"... he is entertaining as well, but not very much on producer gas, mostly steam. Both of these guys had their writing heyday in, say, 1925 - 1965, so their outlooks are definitely "old school".
@michaelguinn5736 Жыл бұрын
Afternoon Jonathan! Another awesome video! Thanks for sharing! BE SAFE!
@johnparkerthegimpygardener Жыл бұрын
You could do wood/bio.coal gasification . You could use your wood and not have the tar and garbage build up in your boiler. If anyone can do it you are the guy. would make some great videos. It would help a lot of us, because you would do it with stuff that is available, without having to go buy everything.
@sideview79 Жыл бұрын
Very cool ! I love the steam videos myself 👍👍
@paulmonce7625 Жыл бұрын
From a locomotive steam engineer, the first pop on a safety is always late. They tend to drop more pressure at first, then settle in after that.
@markmclellon8516 Жыл бұрын
She's a keeper, unique.
@r1lark Жыл бұрын
That is a nice little boiler! Question: wouldn't it be better to put a discharge line on the relief valve pointed towards the ground,(or straight up into a stack) so no one gets burned if it pops suddenly?
@halbud Жыл бұрын
Two videos in 2 days !! Moving that big engine is going to be tough but you make it look easy! You are a genius the way you repair them and get them running. Wish you could build us a hot tub time machine and take us all back to to 1890's ! LOL Cant wait for the next video !
@randomyank7777 Жыл бұрын
Another job , well done ! That little boiler turned out nice enough . Sure do hope you can find some of the missing parts to that Frink , not that it matters much , as you can figure it out . But it is a lot less work when you don't have to make up pieces for the ones missing . Keep them coming , as you can . We all know you are a very busy man . God bless you & yours , my friend !
@steveparker8723 Жыл бұрын
Love the little engine you piped up to the boiler!
@russkepler Жыл бұрын
In my propane fired loco I run a pretty high supply pressure of 10-15 psi into a needle valve supplying the manifold. I usually run 2 psi at the manifold with 5 psi being the "working real hard" pressure. You have to have a good draft for anything more than BBQ pressures and in operation I'm always running the blower.
@georgelewis8904 Жыл бұрын
I enjoy your videos ,can't believe how many steam engines you have, but wait there's more.
@lineshaftrestorations7903 Жыл бұрын
The little boiler might benefit from a vaporizing oil pot burner. Waste oil could be used and might be cost effective over propane. I made one years ago for a model copper boiler that worked too and damaged it by over heating.
@ChuckKirchner-se6ib Жыл бұрын
That's a beautiful boiler!!! I should be amazed, but it's normal for you to do an excellent job. EVERY time I watch one of your videos, I wind up smiling like a dog eatin' bees. It might be as much fun for me as it is for you. Cheers, man
@timhanson2080 Жыл бұрын
It all works so well. Really cool to see. Thanks Jonathan 👍🇺🇸
@Dwayne7834 Жыл бұрын
Violent not quite as violent as 600lb. Steam. Thanks for saving it and for the video. 👍
@joemazzola7387 Жыл бұрын
The bluer the better for the flame That boiler cleaned up nice
@tresfingeros Жыл бұрын
😳😳 what a difference from what you started with.👍 looks sharp 👏👏 Can you adapt it to wood some how, instead of propane
@shumakerguitarworkssgw9505 Жыл бұрын
How could any Gearhead not love steam engine videos 🤷♂️ keep doing what you do brother
@flukep1228 Жыл бұрын
Glad your grabbing this old stuff and getting it before it trash and rebuild it and let people seeing how things done in the pass.
@matkremzar5474 Жыл бұрын
Should have ae Karnes over. Good Job !
@marktelin7259 Жыл бұрын
I love the steam engine videos. Also all the cars and cool stuff you have. ❤ Tow trucks ect. !!😊
@rogercamp6071 Жыл бұрын
Love that little steam engine,back where I used to live there was a manufacturing company called Frick Gallagher that made pallet racks as well as a thing called a Rotabin that was used in hardware stores for bolt storage,it went out of business a few years before I moved here and the buildings were razed.
@russupholster8221 Жыл бұрын
Always enjoy the steam videos - have learned a lot about the details of operating steam power! Keep up the preservation and good work!
@jasonbucy3642 Жыл бұрын
I love too watch all the videos doesn't matter what it is
@AndrewHCann Жыл бұрын
Excellent video Johnathan W :) also that Natural gas or Propane fuel work nice on that boiler and plus run small engine too ! Also another steam engine found and nice shape in too looking forward more videos on it plus getting even up running too!
@markbrown-us4xe Жыл бұрын
When Horse Power is determined, Does the piston size or crankshaft offset give the numbers? Boiler shure is a looker. Thanks and lots of suspense watching that valve.
@johnkranz4004 Жыл бұрын
Nice work on the boiler Jonathan and that a Awesome other engine
@catman19 Жыл бұрын
Nice engine,,we want to see a hr. Long video of you loading that thing. Wish i was there to help. Your saving history
@htalbott1899 Жыл бұрын
Been watching you for years always enjoy your vidios no matter what they are.i am always amazed at the knowledge you have and the talent thank you for what you do.20 years ago there was a huge engine on a low boy trailer in Bastrop tx sat there for years but unknown what happened with it.
@drfalcon4102 Жыл бұрын
That boiler Looks Fantastic..
@cobyburrow9339 Жыл бұрын
One benefit of gas fire is you can cut the fire off somewhat faster than a wood fired. Enjoyed the video!
@RustyInventions-wz6ir8 ай бұрын
I just love your steam collection. Great job with the boiler save. I haven’t followed your channel for a while, but just enjoy your content. Thanks
@derpydog1008 Жыл бұрын
That's a sweet little boiler. Nice job on fixing it up. Would make a good boiler for someone that's just getting into steam stuff.
@robmatthews7972 Жыл бұрын
Good job with this refurbish and testing on the boiler. Nice little engine still works. Yea, I hate to buy LPG for my genset - free gas to run it could come from making your septic system give you methane. Oh good, saving another steam engine.
@charlesstarlin6354 Жыл бұрын
Awesome always cool stuff always 😎
@karensavarese5684 Жыл бұрын
I dig the steam engine stuff, keep goin! Natural gas would be better. "Softer" flame, and way cheaper. Dont use hose. Great vid,,,,Izzy,,,,
@daleolson7205 Жыл бұрын
I think you have that gas burner set up pretty good. The flame looks just like the burners on my propane stove in my house.
@bobgaudet9941 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing 👍
@ReaperRestorations Жыл бұрын
jonathan, could you do a walkthrough of your steam engines so we can see the whole setup? you've put so much work into it id like to see it from a distance to get a good view of it!
@paulwalker427 Жыл бұрын
fantastic work
@jlletaw1954 Жыл бұрын
Boiler looks good - put it on a big o' pontoon boat? (maybe with a wooden Popeye the Sailor steering wheel up front & center)...the way that flywheel shaft tapered down at the outer pillow block bearing was what caught my eye on that Frick engine
@robertmray Жыл бұрын
Always interesting! Hope you video loading the Frick..that looks HEAVY!!
@SMoore-js6fy Жыл бұрын
Nice paint job with the brass fittings. That boiler was built the year I was born... What would that small engine normally power at 2.5 horse power?
@Chr.U.Cas1622 Жыл бұрын
Sir, how about using selfmade wood gas instead of propane? Best regards, luck and health in particular.
@dougscott8161 Жыл бұрын
Hi, Jonathan, That little bitty Steam Engine is sure starting to look pretty and you got her running smooth as can be for not being mounted to any thing substantial. I keep getting the feeling she should be put to use in a small Steam Launch like The African Queen from the movie of the same name. While I know this little beauty is a stationary engine and not a marine unit, the thought keeps running through my mind. God Bless and stay safe, and Meow to Ninja Catscan.💯💥🔥
@lateefcarrere1649 Жыл бұрын
I'm sure you'll find a good home for that boiler, as this video shows it's in good shape and ready to run. But I think it's already in good hands, just like that big Frick will be. I started with your hot rod builds, but you just got better with the steam engine saves in my opinion. It's all good.👍
@TomHolz-e9x Жыл бұрын
How in the world do you know all these things! 😮 Entertaining!
@SteveJohnson-uu9ew Жыл бұрын
Enjoy spending time with you.
@scottreasoner6126 Жыл бұрын
I myself I enjoy your steam videos but also enjoy your other stuff you work on also.
@Vikingwerk Жыл бұрын
Amazing machinery.
@steveblack1753 Жыл бұрын
Jonathan , you must of been a locomotive Engineer in your previous life ! Good on you ole mate🤙🤙👍
@xozindustries7451 Жыл бұрын
That’s a really cool setup
@Mudsuitable Жыл бұрын
Man I LOVE steam engines, have a few working models from the 20s through 40s just small table top stuff but I'm looking for something bigger to perhaps restore or just run and maintain. I always look forward to your steam power vids, keep em coming!!
@daviddamico4288 Жыл бұрын
That works really well Jonathan…
@OutOfOrderGarage Жыл бұрын
Great stuff as always! Thanks for sharing! I’m in Maryland and may come to visit if that’s ok.
@frederickrodger7249 Жыл бұрын
Great rescue
@jacksrbetter1870 Жыл бұрын
G'morning Jonathan! Lots of Poison Ivy vines on that Frick Engine, sadly a lot of parts are missing..
@SteamCrane Жыл бұрын
Not a problem!
@ronnelles1847 Жыл бұрын
After 5 engines it’s called hoarding lol just kidding great job!!!!
@stumphole8217 Жыл бұрын
man I used to have a 00 frick sawmill and a frick edger i would love to see belted up to this beast, it would be a matched set! a little over kill but what the hell!
@joeromanak8797 Жыл бұрын
That boiler looks good and works good. That little steamer you were running ticks away like a Swiss watch. I hope you did or will tear the place apart when you go to bring home the Frick. If you found even 1 more piece, you’d be time and money ahead. Chances are good that if you found 1 piece, you’d find more stashed in the same place. Good luck with all of that. Bye! 🥸👍👀🔧🔨✅❗️
@ellwoodblooz Жыл бұрын
I just want to say what I’ve said before, a few times. Every video I learn something. No matter what era machinery or what lost skill or current trade for that matter is being recorded. 😎👍🍻
@ZMadtrapper Жыл бұрын
THANKS fer postin lad !! I LOVE IT EH !! Yer firin it up to check the release. Yanno it's gonna pop but when it do, ya leave a skid mark in yer shorts EH !! HA HA HA HA HA HA HA Cain't wait fer yer NEXT vid eh !! A fact of gettin old is slowin down a bit whether er not we wanna. WAVIN a hand EH !!
@hpelisr Жыл бұрын
The Frick Co. is not far from my house. About 8-10 miles east of me, 4 miles north of The Mason Dixon line, I-81, on Rt 16 East. They sold off some of the machine shop parts and tools, a couple of years ago.
@1963-Ford-Galaxie Жыл бұрын
Hey Jonathan and hey to NaNa!!! Good to hear from you!!! I hope you and your Family are able to keep warm on this Halloween Day!!! That Pressure Relief Valve probably just needed to be "Exercised" there at the beginning...... Thank You Sir for the Video!!! Be well and Happy Halloween to You, Yours and NaNa!!!! Stay Safe Brother!!!!!
@jdjeep46 Жыл бұрын
The steam videos are just as good as the car videos.
@PeterLee-zn3jl Жыл бұрын
Your collection is growing...groaning flatbed ahoy..! Git yer shovel, pad and pipes ready...setting these paperweights is fussy, but youre level headed ENUFF...LOL CARRY ON
@MrJeep75 Жыл бұрын
Nice boiler, keep it at least for conversation piece
@jamesbergeron8356 Жыл бұрын
Great little set up for a show, maybe bring it to your car show?
@bobjohnston8316 Жыл бұрын
I did ten minutes of research online and found out that Frick began making Corliss engines in 1883 and made their last one in 1913. They supplied the Corliss engines in 40 to 2000HP. Frick was acquired by York refrigeration in 1977 and they have been in turn acquired by Johnson Controls. The Waynesboro, PA plant makes industrial refrigeration equipment today.