Trencher Wheel Repair

Hey guys, Here is a nice one. This was quite challenging. Hadnt ever seen one of these idler wheels so broken. Either way, fortunately enough, we were able to help this customer get back to work. Follow along as we get this thing straightened out. Thanks for the support in advance.

[@bmcc12]

I am quite an experienced welder of 75 years old, but I would not see myself fit to carry this man’s welding rods! This man is good.

[@ICWeld]

I appreciate that but I'm sure you can teach us all many many things yet. There's no end to learning from experienced individuals such as yourself. Thanks for the support.

[@railroad9000]

And I predict your son will as great a welder as you are!

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

Perhaps you might enjoy following along as I get my late father's 1958 Plymouth Suburban back on the road.

[@simperous4308]

@@ICWeld I’d really love to see you show some of your weld patterns with pen on paper. It’s sometimes hard to see what you’re doing in some positions, particularly when out of position. Thx!

[@marionstorm9004]

I am awed by Isaac's ability to quickly size up what needs to be done and then execute

[@brentwoodburn8930]

This is 4pm eastern time on 4/14//24 just wanted to say thank you for sharing and all I can say is your son is lucky to have you for a teacher.Sir you are a master at your trade.God Bless

[@dcolb121]

I C Weld and C.E.E. are my two fav channels.

[@glockman5574]

I admire you mentoring the next generation of craftsmen.

[@williambardisa217]

This message is for the son. You are truly blessed! Sometimes it’s not easy working with one’s dad but always give him his respect. Do the heavy lifting for him, try to anticipate what he needs ,be grateful and thank God for the gift he has given you. Keep your “skills bag”open and let your father’s experience fill it up. God has blessed this family!

[@jaygraham5407]

You are a sincere gentleman and an amazing scholar. You are a dying breed.

[@wansolve289]

With the greatest respect, you’re not just a welder, you’re a metallurgist. Your glass is always half full with that positive attitude you carry. Nothing seems impossible to you. Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@scottjones7279]

Issac, one of the proudest days in your life will be when you can teach your son no more and you can say that you are not half the welder that he is. Y'all will be best friends for life.

[@waiakalulu7544]

Controlling heat. Anticipating movement. Actions and reactions. Folks, he makes it look easy, but for anyone who has tried you know this is magician stuff. The piece comes in a wreck, the customer returns, and he literally pulls a rabbit out of his hat. Amazing!

[@charleswilson577]

I've done one repair job on a trencher. The sheer weight of these machines is a issue itself. I believe every part weighs a million pounds. Great job my man.

[@jonmcgovern5266]

Great job of Dad & Lad working together. Looks like your son has come a long way this summer. You must be very proud.

[@ICWeld]

Yes I am!

[@stewkingjr]

You guys look pretty sharp in the jeans and tan shirts. I love the variety of repairs that come into your shop and how you go about analyzing and figuring out a good fix.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

You are a FINE teacher! My WW-2 Sea Bee Uncle/Ironworker always told me you had to be relaxed to do your best work. He was a literal whiz with a torch and finished following jobs at the Savanah River Atomic Plant in Aiken, SC. He was always relaxed, YOU are and your SON is! Can't beat that! God Bless Yall!

[@ososcribww]

I love the father son work its super cool to watch the jr work with senior

[@advanceddiesel7766]

I thoroughly enjoy watching you teach your apprentice. It has helped tremendously with the way that I approach my teachings. 🍻🍻

[@navigatorx1013]

Welding parts which spin has always been a painstaking project.

[@Maxwelhouser66]

I love that you are involving your son- Great job teaching the next generation

[@Rich1ab]

I love that quote "Hopefully it’s not too terribly bad"….

[@bobqzzi]

That was totally crazy; I can't believe you salvaged that piece of junk. Amazing work

[@pedrocesarferreiradealmeid8160]

I am Brazilian, I am a father of a family and I have two children, thank God they were well educated away from drugs ... We admire your conduct. We admire your knowledge...Congratulations! The family is a gift from God.

[@donpizzo8963]

With just a few chosen tools he can repair almost anything- while explaining it. Thanks so much

[@peteacher52]

Understood that the camera cannot convey the full extent of the devastation that tore that piece the way it did, nor can it convey the skill of Isaac & Son in restoring it to usable condition. Well done gentlemen both. 😊

[@stevencbradley]

I really appreciate the detail you supply., and the explanations as to why you do things a certain way. Watching you is like watching a master teacher as well as a master welder.

[@wrstew1272]

It’s a year later, but it’s possible that you could see this- your son is getting an education that will feed and sustain him for a lifetime. This type of work will never be outsourced, most youth don’t have the ethics nor skills to do engineering on the fly. He is a lucky young man! And you are a great friend, teacher, and Dad! They won’t need to cut much to make it better than new. Hey- it broke, right? They built it wrong 😂

[@neilpuckett359]

What a worn out piece you can only imagine what the rest of the machine looks like. Good work sir.

[@alexaltrichter1597]

No doubt that machine gets used but that part is the business end so to speak. Grinding through rocks all day is pretty tough on everything.

[@Biggestfoot10209]

Not worn out, just well used. It has many more years of service thanks to welders like Isaac

[@Biggestfoot10209]

Heaten and a beaten, I love it. Sounds like something I would do.

[@opendstudio7141]

As you can tell watching this channel, Austin, TX is a rock solid hell hole.

[@markfryer9880]

@@opendstudio7141 Yes, Austin Texas certainly beats the Hell out of earthmoving equipment and keeps Isaac and his boy busy with repairs and videos for us to enjoy.

[@keithwarkentin]

So fun to watch you and your son bring new life to a old trencher ! I ran a trencher for a few years when I was in my 20’s and they take so much abuse rocks culverts pipes wires concrete etc! So it won’t be the last time you do a repair on that unit! Keep that old iron running! 😀🇨🇦 You don’t need me to tell you that 😀 I just can’t think of anything that I can comment that would do your skills justice!So maybe I should use your words keep on trucking!!

[@martinwilcox1945]

It’s always interesting how you can make something work when it’s nearly scrap. Awesome job!

[@ramheyhey]

Not a welder but and engineer. I watch these to remind me that things have to be repairable

[@hy78an]

Your son willingly working with you makes any father happy. And he will learn a lot more from you than any trade school.

[@tectalabyss]

Much respect. Liked and shared. All my best, from an old welder.

[@TalRohan]

Jobs like this are one of the reasons I watch the channel, I have great respect for anyone who can take what theyre given and make it as good as new instead of just replacing it. Very cool process. (also extremely environmentally friendly) Thankyou for sharing I am looking forward to the next job.

[@joemehere1151]

And sometimes, as we've often seen, better than new lol

[@TalRohan]

@@joemehere1151 that's for certain . I remember a couple of those

[@Watchyn_Yarwood]

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[@theoldbigmoose]

Teamwork is dreamwork! How I miss working with my Pops... till we see each other again...

[@jakespede8522]

The dynamic duo! Can't beat a father son combo. How great is that!! Thanks.

[@Ring-a-ging]

Always amazed at how creative your solutions are. Awesome work!

[@ionracer24]

Anybody worried about the bearing surface on that boat anchor has their head up their behind. that thing is suffering from metal fatigue ala madre! If it lasts a year without disintegrating i'd be suprised but great job fixin it! Was very interesting to watch. Thanks for sharing brother.

[@standonald5145]

Hi there , as always Issac straightening out and glueing back together anything that comes across your path ain't no problem , just love your style and attitude Sir .

[@billeadie397]

I have never welded before but love watching old school working with pride and quality your son has some teacher

[@jasonlevernier9819]

Great to see you passing the torch to your son. Every skilled trade is hurting right now. We're running out of young kids that don't mind getting dirty.🙂👍

[@markfryer9880]

Tell me about it. My son doesn't want to have a bar of being a tradesman. He says 'I'm not like you!" One less Carpenter in the world.

[@russellgilson4072]

Isaac, Your approach to a problem reflects the vast amount of your field experience!

[@michaelmcclure8673]

Issac you never disappoint when doing these repairs. That's why you stay busy. And good to see that young gun burning wire with you.😁😁😃🤗

[@arustydodge2111]

Fantastic ISAAC! Great Teamwork! Your son is learning from the BEST! He is doing a Great Job! 👍🙏😇

[@ordinarymiracles5959]

Beautiful job! It is amazing what you are able to do. Most people would see that as a job for a machine shop with mush more equipment. Your son has an outstanding opportunity working with such a talented welder.👍👍👍❤️

[@GeneralSulla]

My neighbor's got one of those heavy duty trenchers. Its biggest enemy is hidden rocks, but you already know that. They always fail at that wheel. Must be a built in design characteristic I reckon. It ain't no Ditch Witch that's for sure!

[@mfc4591]

Lazy Susan... now serving ground and hot idler wheel! Have a great weekend

[@regsparkes6507]

Wow, an impossible job, made easy, or Isaac & Son make's it look that way. My guess would be that his customer is impressed too. Thanks again Isaac and Son.

[@d3vildog]

I’ve been a pipe welder for 22+ years, I really enjoy your videos watching and learning as you work on your various projects. Keep up the great work and the videos!

[@mikeblough942]

I didnt think you guys could possibly save that one. AMAZING WORK!!

[@Jyard]

In the beginning of the video, I thought that the customer should have looked for a replacement for the whole thing. Then you guys did your magic! Very impressed, but that goes for all your videos . Thanks for the insights.

[@markfryer9880]

It's probably the case like what Kurtis from Cutting Edge Engineering Australia faces. The parts are very unique and the wait time for an original or even a second hand unit in reasonable condition is too long and or too costly.

[@ionracer24]

Yeah ur right, its metal fatigued really bad. Its basically a paper weight at this point...

[@tedheierman1181]

I love the teaching moments in this video!

[@hskim099]

27:58 "So it kind of is what it is" There were things you wanted to do but couldn't. Time pressure too. In the end it came out so good. Respect to your workmanship.

[@rypkepaulusma]

Wow, another remarkable fix by our great fixer. And what a pleasure to see junior step up and welding on camera. Sometimes one can hardly tell because of the company outfit 🙂These are lessons he will never forget and make him a seasoned professional. Thank you Isaac & Son.

[@johnearhart8811]

Unbelievable how nice that turned out. God Bless

[@kathleenlong4321]

I think It is great that you are teaching your son to do that kind of work. It will give him a good paying trade so he can support himself and a family.

[@ls2005019227]

Another excellent repair and video! Looking forward to all of the gouging/cutting/welding of another boom series! (I've watched all of your videos 2-3 times, & your previous boom series is probably my favorite). Thanks for taking us along as you rehabilitate these machines -

[@ICWeld]

More to come!

[@mjm7187]

Your videos demonstrate first hand the success and capabilites of all your repairs. Finally minimal machining to clean-up because of constant attention to detail. Pride in workmanship being passed to the next generation.

[@discoveryman59]

It's funny when you said we are done thanks for watching! A lot of new school wielders would have been serious.

[@mikemoran307]

You are doing a wonderful thing teaching your apprentice. You are patient and knowledgeable instructor. I wish more people would encourage young people in the trades like that. Thank you for sharing, you're an inspiration.

[@JAMESRS58]

Congratulations you and your son repaired that drive wheel back from the scrap bin .. Great job !!

[@BareKnuckleBinder]

Man! A silk purse from a sow’s ear, as the saying goes. Incredible job, my friend!

[@rtundlt1]

Well, all I can say is what a video! I am in awe and admire you on so many levels. Your work ethic, your ability to see the problem and formulate a fix even though sometimes that fix is very difficult, and mostly, your patience with the work, and teaching your son your craft. He could go to all the welding schools in the country and he won't find a better teacher than his dad. A VERY fortunate young man, and I believe you are equally a proud papa. Keep up the good work and keep these awesome and educational videos coming. I look forward to each and every one.

[@johnquinn3899]

Ingenious way of getting the work set up. Thanks for telling us about the way you’re going to approach the project and then make changes and letting us know why you modified the plan.

[@diesel46809]

Great job welding that Back together, I think that's awesome that your teaching your son welding skills. Not many in this world can do that. What a trade to have. Good job. Keep safe my friend.

[@bpedoniquott7971]

Very interesting and I love watching your skills and passing the torch

[@n7565j]

I wish I had spent more time with my son showing him how to weld and repair things... Thanks for being a good dad, and a good man!!!!!!! Not to mention an excellent welder ;-) (If we had more men like you, the USA wouldn't be in the mess we are now...)

[@kenanderson9331]

Issac you never cease to amaze me with your skill and ingenuity. What a great outcome especially when dealing with a contaminate fighting you all the way. Bravo to you and your son!

[@Rogster559]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again they give this man difficult jobs because they are guaranteed quality work he doesn’t know the meaning can’t be done if it’s metal he will fix it well done and thank you from Tasmania Australia

[@Flashmeb]

You get all the good jobs with all the exact measurements...Lucky you!

[@thinking-monkey]

What a huge mess you had to deal with! I wonder how many shops told him it couldn't be fixed before he brought it to you? Super job you did with it!

[@cristianflores5595]

Your son is very fortunate to have a Master Welder as a father. I’m sure he will do well in his career.

[@brandanbecki1157]

keep making videos. Your one of the best.

[@ICWeld]

I appreciate that

[@frankbing1]

The real reason the company gave you that job is because they know you’re the man that can, great video Isaac always look forward to seeing your videos.

[@zoltannagy1813]

Great job. You must've saved that company heaps of money (and time) by repairing that wheel. Thanks for the video's.

[@foyjamez]

Mad skills. Hell, I was impressed by the idea of moving the table in and out of the shop. With limited space this is probably the idea I needed the most. The welding is way beyond my level.

[@saltycreole2673]

Nice to see you and your son working together. Such a blessing.

[@chrisduncan2626]

Love you and your son working together. Thats my dream if/when I'm blessed with a son. Also, love seeing the dog just chilling 😎

[@golfbravowhiskey8669]

Yep he’s gaining the right kind of experience stuff that you’re not gonna be taught at trade schools or any type of classroom. He’s getting free experience. Nothing better than that experience where you say just get out of the way let me do it and he looks at you and tell you no I’m gonna do it that’s where he learns the best😁 Those tail wheels take a beating specially in your area with all the rock, I’m in East Texas and we don’t have that big of an issue with tail wheels, but cross interstate 35 out west it gets tough.

[@williamhudson8493]

Isaac I liked the way you approached this repair, very kool

[@stevencorley2352]

So good to watch you and your son working side by side. As a father of 4 sons I can imagine how proud you must be of him. Watching your work, I can well imagine why they bring you the "fun" (translates as wouldn't trust it to anyone else) jobs. Great music doesn't hurt either. Thanks.

[@peterhall6656]

This looks like the most difficult thing I have seen The Master weld. 99% of welders would pass on this job.

[@joevalencic5275]

Always great to see a father and son working together. Your shop must have been an interesting playground for him while growing up. He has a great future by learning such a valuable skill from a great instructor.

[@dennisdix5056]

I am in awe of this man's work ethics and skills. The last episode I watched I was impressed to see him question his son as to how to proceed to weld a broken shaft. This is a great way to get young men and women to gain the skills required for the tasks of their future. Great videos

[@brianjohnston9822]

I knew if I waited long enough you would answer my thought. It almost would have been easier to dismantle the whole thing, clean out the old grease an rebuild it. It is always the way, everyone wants it done yesterday.

[@b2dmastersniper]

With a part that properly munted I would never have expected the finished product. Amazing work

[@doslobos1582]

I am very impressed with the father and son work effort.

[@glenngosline1710]

Another great job. Your dog always seems happy. God Bless you and your family. Your son is very lucky to have a father like you.

[@Wingnut_Stickman]

"I dunno, it just started making a noise..." (overheard perhaps) -- Excellent video, thank you for sharing.

[@albertgalan2483]

Great team, you’re getting it done!

[@royordway9157]

I just subscribed from Maine. I'm an old carpenter and know nothing about metal/steel work. I am always amazed at how you guys can take a bunch of steel and make it work the way you want it to work. I'm talking about repairs like this one or fabricating something new. I'm in a small city that just happens to build Navy ships. I see huge plates of steel going in and a few years later a frigate or destroyer goes down the river. I have friends who are shipfitters and welders and I amazed with what they do.

[@johnerway7255]

Tricky job, I was trying to understand why it had lube inside the unit. Totally threw me off???? Thanks for allowing us to look over your shoulder again, great job.

[@tomscott4723]

Hurry up we need it!

[@TheCelltek]

Father teaching son the skill of welding!

[@nickpersenaire4443]

Thanks for sharing Issac, a true master of your craft.

[@jerryleejohnsonjr1377]

You know a guy is good if he can make a job like that look so easy. Excellent job!

[@timturner7609]

Now I need to buy one of these and ship it to Australia just to see how Curtis would approach the task.

[@woos31]

Good to see the kid there with you Isaac, especially for a unique repair as this is invaluable experience! Can't wait for the next heatin an uh beatin project

[@michaelb.5345]

Best in Texas. Great video.. Great teacher

[@MarvUSA]

Love to see your son stepping right in. Good job Dad, it won't be long and you will just kinda step back and watch. 🙂

[@lowboy1one1]

Your patience and skill are second to none!! Keep up the great work

[@OzarksWildman]

That’s a pretty good setup. A lot of times when you’re trying to true up your parts with a dial indicator you can bump your jig/ fixture with your hand and bring that needle closer to zero.

[@tonyetter5460]

Oh I have been at Vermeer for 28 years but my passion is why I’d do in my garage. I restore old cars core panels floorboards Whatever that’s what I love that’s what I do that’s why I’ve been welding for over 50 years

[@ICWeld]

Very cool, you should put some of that side work on YT. I watch several channels that do that as well.

[@rcdogmanduh4440]

Your such a great teacher and your boy is doing super, but I get the feeling the dog has picked up more than few tips also! I love your thought approach and as a retired repair Machinist I always like your approach and application!