I Restored this Broken and Cracked Tank for 'Mister Patina'

Mister Patina was recently restoring a german stove from 1920. The tank of it was cracked, the thread for the cap was missing, the cap itself and more. As this job was too much for his current knowledge he asked me if I could help him. I really liked this challenge and I said yes. Soldering is also something I'm not very used to, so it will also be an interesting job for me and it would make a nice little video for the second channel.
From the first pictures of the tank I haven't realized that this is made out of three parts. I quickly saw that when it arrived in my shop. That made it a lot easier to repair the cracks. I took all parts apart. Repaired the cracks from the inside, covered all the inside to pervent future cracks and soldered the three parts back together. To stabilize the brittle tank I used aluminium rings. Then I turned a new part with an inside thread for the fuel cap and soldered that in place. After that I made the fuel cap and the bleed screw, to seal them I used one o-ring each which worked absolutely perfect. I gave the whole thing a nice brushed finish and the job was done.
I hope you like my work and the video.
Here's the link to Mister Patina's video:
• 1920 German 'Barthel' ...
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[@misterpatina]

This is truly awesome! I knew there was no better person for this job! Thank you so much! 🙂

[@mymechanicsinsights]

Thank you very much! Happy to help 😉

[@Pooopers]

Kinda surprised that "Mr. Patina" would approve of MyMechanics stripping the patina! lol!

[@gandasturi7]

After watching the Mister Patina channel, i went straight to my mechanics insights

[@NTRprojects]

@misterpatina You didn't even ask me to do it. Pff and you never wrote a single letter to me. I'm beyond jealous. But okay I have to admit that it turned out amazing. Impressive craftsmanship

[@discrecoverysquid282]

@@gandasturi7 After watching the my mechanics channel, i went straight to Mister Patina

[@StudioUAC]

I just think it's adorable how all these restoration channels interact with one another

[@MrDelightful]

It's honestly one of my favourite things about restorations KZbin community.

[@seethesvt]

I was thinking these two might be in the same shop.

[@Mani-cc5lo]

@@seethesvt 🤣🤣🤣

[@macnitro902]

@@MrDelightful machinists too. It's nice to see everyone supporting one another.

[@mackiri6996]

Ikr

[@Vickie-Bligh]

Your "This should be good enough" is everyone else's perfect. Well done, MM. Beautiful restoration.

[@TheBadJuJu666]

Love how you say "this should be good enough" when it is absolutely perfect!

[@jurajsmid272]

Absolutely? I bet, that he´d polish it up. :)

[@jozefgrohol6446]

Haha, this was actually way below my mechanic’s standard. He would normally polish it up so it would get your eyes burned ;-) my mechanics doesn’t speak patina at all, and I like it a lot :-)

[@PGvisions]

Exactly what I was about to say haha

[@SLR_96]

I laughed out loud seeing that XD

[@TysyTube]

i don’t need it but i want one😅, awesome work 👌

[@mymechanicsinsights]

I'm always here if you want to do another collaboration 😉 thanks Tysy

[@Vickie-Bligh]

@@mymechanicsinsights Oh yes please!!

[@gandasturi7]

I imagine the channel My Mechanic, TysyTube Restoration and Mister Patina are working on a big project ,, maybe someday they will collaborate in one place and one video.. 🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@klenny88]

@@gandasturi7 When the raise the Titanic?

[@NICEFINENEWROBOT]

@@klenny88 Will need some welding, too.

[@crisvega7588]

Me: a simpleton with none of the skills presented in this video "Ahh yes, a bleed screw is necessary."

[@bioLarzen]

Even before clicking on the video, just reading the title I felt there would be some bleed screw contingency here... Never heard of bleed screws before, still... This channel builds awareness on a demonic level ;)

[@crisvega7588]

@@bioLarzen Absolutely haha

[@frankmadonna01]

Well duh, yeah of course it needs a bleed screw, everyone knows that Me: Siri, what’s a bleed screw 🤣🤣🤣

[@bioLarzen]

@@frankmadonna01 The bleed screw is the yeti of this channel: nobody has ever seen one, we just assume it exists ;)

[@oliverer3]

The bleed screw allows air into the tank when the stove is in use to prevent a vacuum. While not in use the bleed screw seals the tank to prevent the fuel from evaporating or absorbing moisture.

[@chicobicalho5621]

The restoration is always awesome, but the video editing, and structure, without unecessary information, really makes watching this channel a special experience. It is, in a sense, quite therapeutical.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Great , great and great again 😍😍😍

[@mymechanicsinsights]

Thank you

[@LazizbekYusupov92]

Wow! Guys, you’d better create your own “youtube restoration club”. Gather together sometimes and make joint restorations of bigger parts. I watch you all sometimes and you all united would become something!

[@cmccoy3972]

I could see you doing this before a live audience at Carnegie Hall and receiving standing ovations after each of your master works. Bravo!

[@stephanmassmann1863]

The thing that i like most about some, not all the restoration pages on youtube is, that beside the way u treat the parts and old tools, u help each other. It always gets me calmed down when i look at ur way of restoring. Thx for letting us be a part of ur work.

[@iteerrex8166]

7:22 "This should be good enough." If more people had an attitude like that, the world would be a better place.

[@stevestruthers6180]

It's more than 'good enough'.

[@ReverendTed]

Yes, better than new "should be good enough."

[@CadillacDriver]

I think you misinterpreted that comment. It was because he wanted to leave the finishing to Mr. Patina, not because he did the best possible job he could.

[@iteerrex8166]

@@CadillacDriver I think you misinterpreted my comment. I wasn't being sarcastic, I'm complimenting him for calling a superb job as good enough.

[@CadillacDriver]

@@iteerrex8166 I know you weren't being sarcastic, but your comment makes no sense. He was simply saying it could have been better. And in this context "good enough" didn't mean perfection. Seems you don't grasp my point. If he had said "I hope this is good enough", your comment would make more sense.

[@KevinRay_man]

It's honestly just amazing watching you work, never any shortcuts and always an amazingly perfect end result. Only person I know that does the restore thing well enough for me to consider it legit art. Not just the product, but the process, watching you work is truly something special.

[@ForgottenShineRestoration]

In my opinion, you and Mr. P are the best in this field! Keep it up!

[@michaelphilipp]

Da geht mir das Herz auf, wenn jemand sein Handwerk versteht, und das in Perfektion. Macht spass Ihnen zu zusehen!

[@helderhenares7228]

Definitely the best restoration channel on KZbin.

[@wolfgangbalu1253]

My English is also not perfect. What I can verify you are the only one on YT working in such a incredible way of perfectism. Compliment and Thanks a lot

[@wolfgangbalu1253]

@Kanpindon Thanks for your understanding

[@CadillacDriver]

How can you verify that? Have you seen all the restorers on YT?

[@wolfgangbalu1253]

@@CadillacDriver From the best ones, yes

[@CadillacDriver]

@@wolfgangbalu1253 no

[@wolfgangbalu1253]

@@CadillacDriver To whom should I look for

[@quazillionaire]

Above and beyond! Looks awesome.

[@mymechanicsinsights]

Thanks a lot Jasper

[@oatlord]

I've watched this one several times. The skill on display is amazing.

[@onenationunderduress8994]

I love that you gentlemen are sharing the work with other KZbinrs. 👍

[@pacoroto]

the professionalism of you work is seriously stunning, I have no words.

[@lordieshepherd]

I really like how you help each other out. It makes it even more interesting to watch.

[@fredrichardson9761]

Really nice restoration - Mr. Patina is very lucky! =)

[@raymartinez3826]

I’ve been soldering for years and this dude beyond good at it

[@serenity6415]

"My dearest Mymechanics"lol. Who says tool work isn't civilized. You guys are wonderful! I needed a lift this morning.

[@user-vp7fw5nr3f]

Оргазм для глаз)))браво!!!

[@philipwalton4877]

I wish there was an award ceremony for all the best restoration channels on YT. I think it would just be MyMechanics , Mr P , TysyTube and Cool Again restoration complementing each other on their skills and everyone wins 💙

[@christianjohnsson7026]

This is poetry in motion. Thank you!

[@e.lectricity6396]

Mr. P: "Here is a couple of cracked brass cups, soldered together with a cracked center pipe. Can you make it better?" MyMechanics: "--I fixed your cracked and nasty looking hunk of brass. Here is a brand new, nuclear submarine. Just had to shine it up a bit to reveal what it really was."

[@brianhoerl6641]

Fantastic video, you are a true craftsman, and I find your videos mesmerizing. Thank you.

[@mymechanicsinsights]

Thank you very much Brian!

[@GreenLyle4]

Dang! I can believe how clean you got it!

[@bangmj69]

My mechanics insight, Mister patina and TysyTube Restoration you are my favorite channels. I wish you all good health, always success,May God bless you Amen 🤲

[@klusmeister]

Incredibly beautiful restoration. Man with golden hands.

[@RestoredChannel]

This masterpiece deserves to be on your main channel 👏

[@1971Sdiaz]

Hands down guys. Awesome work from both.

[@jstaatzy5606]

You are the Master Mechanic. Undisputed champion of restoration sites (mic drops).

[@SashaTheOneAndOnly]

I love how you guys all work together!

[@robertlassiter907]

IMHO, this is the most therapeutic channel on KZbin! I’m dead serious about that! It’s also the most interesting channel that I personally know of. Thank you for sharing your beautiful talents with us.

[@joannaatkins822]

This is gorgeous work, your attention to detail is your hallmark

[@wolfganglieberum9534]

Marvelous job! Mr. Patina will be absolutely satisfied😄😄😄A new dreamteam was born😆

[@alexeyrekviem1896]

Мужик,у тебя золотые руки,я ещё не видел чтобы вещь не просто восстанавливали а делали полностью новую ! Спасибо за интересный ролик . 👍

[@christiangrath7952]

this is the definition of satisfying to watch. love it keep up the great work!!

[@sypoth]

You really are a legend. From old and broken beyond hope to better than new.

[@heikono9928]

Ich bin immer wieder beeindruckt von ihrem handwerklichen Können und der rigorosen Detailverliebtheit. Ganz großes Lob und Danke fürs teilhaben lassen.

[@DanielGBenesScienceShows]

Beautiful work!! And you were even thoughtful enough to include extra O-rings! Over the top!

[@MetalRestorationBho]

Awesome. Good bro

[@scorti68]

MM, You are the best... congratulations! I saw Mr Patina's video in first place. When he received the tank and started polish it, i thougth "What? MM's jobs never need finsishing work. Now i undestand...

[@trekie30122]

I have no idea why I find this work so fascinating. The projects come out looking to nice to use in my opinion.

[@macedindu829]

I'm genuinely amazed with how that turned out.

[@patrynize]

I’ve never looked at a leak screw and said out loud to myself “oh, that’s sexy.” before but here we are.

[@galand6587]

As always, great work!!👍

[@wmweekendwarrior1166]

This guy is so talented! Unbelievable.

[@GTCrais]

"This should be good enough" - looks 99% perfect.

[@TechnicsFR]

Awesome job! Swiss precision :)

[@CraigH999]

I wasn't expecting the result. OMG it's almost a piece of industrial art! Your skills and attention to detail are amazing.

[@felipebarros3693]

When I grow up, want to be like you! Awesome job! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@SoBeDragon0]

I remember when he made that knurling tool. So cool to see stuff being used in future videos.

[@eddietowers5595]

"Love what you do you'll never work a day in your life". Man, you epitomize this in the end results of your projects.

[@unboostedpueeblood]

I watched his restoration, and I saw this awesome completed tank. Very nicely done my friend!

[@lkurgpold]

I had watched Mr Patina’s video first. I was shocked when your restored tank was taken out of the package! Absolutely stellar! What a great collaboration!! ❤️

[@hotcoffee5542]

Phenomenal!!!

[@mymechanicsinsights]

Thank you :-)

[@cat3crazy]

I am amazed at how easy you make it look. Another great job!

[@dungufed349]

-I don't go too much in detail, I don't want to take all the work away from "Mister Patina" -Does all the work

[@ChuckstaGaming]

The man who makes totally messed up things look brand new, and even better than new!!! Phenomenal! I subscribed to Mister Patina thanks to this collab. I love these restoration videos 😃

[@annettemalaski1967]

You and Mr. Patina must be besties! Nice to have that kind of relationship in these times!

[@shortboypinoy]

You know you're top tier when other restorers ask YOU for help

[@1509Lena]

Как хорошо, что в мире хоть кто-то стремиться к настоящему качеству без компромиссов. Мне нужно больше таких видео для поддержания моей веры в человечество.))

[@Pavel_World]

А что это вообще такое он реставрировал?

[@jamesmorgan7651]

Your skills are limitless. Always a pleasure!

[@DaanClear]

This is some fine craftsmanship

[@gabrielesoranzo]

“‘My mechanics” feat. “Mister patina”: our relaxing superheroes in an interesting crossover.

[@user-hh8im7nb2y]

Добрый день! Вы настоящий мастер! Спасибо за видео, смотрю с большим удовольствием! Ваш постоянный подписчик из России

[@belichiyhvost2455]

многовато свинца за раз, скоро мы его потеряем

[@user-hh8im7nb2y]

@@belichiyhvost2455 почему?

[@belichiyhvost2455]

@@user-hh8im7nb2y про lead free припой слыхал?

[@user-hh8im7nb2y]

@@belichiyhvost2455 неа, не слышал

[@faithdenelzen8808]

Mr Patina loved the tank as did I. Your skills are amazing my mechanics. Again love your work

[@lehcyfer]

Beautiful restoration, worthy of the main channel

[@fish_bacon]

New Internet Historian AND MyMechanics videos on the same day? IS THIS CHRISTMAS?!

[@benwhite8157]

Literally just finished watching his video. Might as well be Christmas, Hanukkah, Easter, and the 4th of July.

[@macedindu829]

Haha, right?

[@Holammer]

With the guys nickname being Mister Patina? There's no way he's going to remove... 1:26 oohh

[@randyparr2947]

There needs be a Nobel Prize for restoration. You’ve got some mad skills & thanks for making them public.

[@ver64]

Love your tools,work technique, craftsmanship,end product👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 awesome channel 🤘🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Viktor.Borisenko]

7:24 Yeah, just slightly above average, of course, nothing too fancy))

[@ArniVidar]

That's looking awesome. Looks like it was quite the pain to solder together :)

[@mymechanicsinsights]

Thanks Arni! The soldering went quite well to be honest, sanding it clean was the most pain ;-)

[@mrseyed8597]

@@mymechanicsinsights I can feel that sting in my forearms

[@ZedZerps]

I hate to see you hold back. You are THE BEST !!!!!

[@sgtanderson7051]

Absolutely brilliant. You are a true craftsman. Bravo. Oorah

[@latessaallison1228]

i dont see how there is anything left for mr. p to do so now off to see what he does 😂

[@SchnitzelDaemon]

"This should be good enough" - holds up perfection

[@meanmistermustard3079]

Truly a MASTER at what you do!

[@jorb8572]

Wauw 👍. There are a lot of YT channels with restoration but this is my favorite.

[@raygranita8756]

1:21 ouch! haha looks like mini oil tanker for a truck 😍

[@mymechanicsinsights]

Haha, wasn't really hot, just not quite ready to get pulled out. Thank you

[@DanKoning777]

Those are used for portable stoves.

[@ReverendTed]

Restoration: Better than new my mechanics: "This should be good enough."

[@RCnerd74]

Mister Patina will be very happy👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@misterpatina]

Yes Iam! 😉

[@dr.skipkazarian5556]

Pure craftsmanship.....just like a Swiss watch!

[@abhishekdwivedi5521]

Speechless as always MM. This is just incredible. Also it is so nice to see the the friendship among my fav. Restoration artists . (People reading this please take a moment to point and laugh @ channels who find laptops and iphones just outside their house in the garbage and try to restore them. Lol)

[@lhknag]

"This should be good enough" - (holds up metal tank shining like the sun)

[@rogerhill3984]

Beautiful. Nice slow clear simple work. Master craftsmen!

[@rustydawg20002000]

Well this guy definitely knows what he is doing. Great job sir

[@eagle1de227]

mymechanics: "I don't want to take all the work away from Mr. P" ... Also mymechanics:

[@lethiciaramirez7144]

I want your handwriting, mine is disgusting haha 😂

[@MasterClassComments]

The aluminum rings to bring the part back into shape is just 🤌🤌 MMM PERFECT

[@petevanderley4705]

Best 11:28 of this month. Awesome job. Thank you for another great video

[@chriskoran836]

When I first saw Mister Patina unwrapping the restored tank, I told myself "Oh, he must have replaced the end barrels because that looks way too perfect to be repaired." Quickly headed over here to watch your half and BAM - proved me wrong. Amazing skills right there!!!

[@misterpatina]

I had the same thoughts when I unwrapped the tank. 😄

[@zaku2552]

"i don't want to take away all the work frm Mister Patina" "Good enough" *Proceeds to show a perfectly restored tank* Is he serious?

[@lwo7736]

My Mechanics: polishes part till it reflects into the core of the soul "Should be good enough"

[@k.george8722]

Fabulous! Better than new! Congrats on another fantastic restoration.

[@CoolRestorations]

Alot of work! Its great that you are now friends with Mister P, I like his work!👍🏻🛠