Fixing the Starter Motor on My Vintage TD9 Bulldozer - Will It Start?

[@brianelliot2719]

500 THOUSAND subscribers! Well done Marty. You were the first KZbinr I ever subscribed to and you’re still the best! Your calm, knowledgeable, and gentle approach to dealing with issues is what we need more of in this world. I look forward to you reaching 1 million subscribers. 🇨🇦

[@RobertFay]

*- Agreed!*

[@MartyT]

Thanks mate

[@annone6462]

RIP Rambro

[@Ham.rigs07]

Surely one of NZs most popular YT channel.. you be on the news soon marty

[@thewhitestjamal]

Longtime American fan here. Truly appreciate the distraction from American politics. Cheers mate!

[@emanggitulah4319]

Here for the same reason

[@blackwidowrsa]

stop being a clown circus then

[@javbw]

@@blackwidowrsa As a Californian, we yell that at the other states, but we’re still in the tent.

[@UncommonSense-wm5fd]

Say goodbye to the 1st amendment.

[@Wil_Liam1]

MAGA 2024 !!! 😆

[@mybigtokachi]

I love it when you fix something using just bits of this and that you have on hand. Another great use of 18 minutes.

[@aaronhorn6849]

It's the "Kiwi number 8 wire attitude" If it needs fixed, fix it with what you have, i.e., No8 fencing wire, or an old beer can.

[@davidcoates4852]

118 minutes would be better 👍🔧

[@branchandfoundry560]

@@davidcoates4852 Rule of Marketing, "Always leave them wanting more!"

[@SMGJohn]

These Mad Max repairs never gets old I can tell you that much. Nothing inspire more than ingenuity and hard work.

[@ivanmcdonald1]

Necessity is the mother of all invention. Marty is good to watch

[@dwaynekoblitz6032]

500K!! WOO HOO!! Congratulations! Couldn't have happened to a more deserving person. Of course it's going to start. The video doesn't end until it does.

[@ColinLennard]

In your case its "What next must I do to fix the problem as new parts are not available". You are an exception & a pleasure to learn from.

[@johnryder-g4i]

How fortunate that your children have such a patient father to teach them. My dad was very similar and I use what he taught me every day. Our farm was my playground and there was never a dull day.

[@branchandfoundry560]

@@johnryder-g4i Truly so. For me it was my mother's Aunt & Uncle's farm. How fortunate I was to escape the city to their refuge every summer from 11-17yrs old. Totally shaped who I am & how I parent today.

[@puirYorick]

Your knowledge of these old beasts is amazing, Marty. It's like you run a Last Chance Hospital for Old Machinery. Congratulations on the half million subscriber milestone.

[@c.ebenfranks4473]

In over 40or 50 years of keeping old, balky and obsolete equipment running, my rallying cry is frequently: Twelfth time is the charm... I truly appreciate your equanimity and persistence.

[@branchandfoundry560]

For sure! My metal lathe went down Friday. Hoping today is the day it runs again, yet fully expecting to find another hurdle to overcome. 'Younger Me' would have been frustrated and threw wrenches. Now I keep a written list in the workshop, of projects to jump into. When I'm roadblocked on the current project, no biggie, roll right into another one. This M.O. keeps me calm and more productive😊 The best part is I consistently chip away at all those organization & improvement projects I'd otherwise never get to.

[@waterbourne9282]

Zen and the art of bulldozer maintenance. Stunning patience.

[@andrewjones-productions]

Who'd have thought! A simple shim made from a piece of cut out beverage can saved the day! Now, this is what I call ingenuity! I am always amazed how Marty can open up a part and immediately ascertain whether a particular component is as it should be or not. That is incredible knowledge! It is of no wonder that Marty gets so many machines back into working order as he has both knowledge and ingenuity. A rarer combination than we might think.

[@brucemccreary769]

A most impressive technical analysis of the problem and determined, creative repair. Bravo! Very well edited and presented also. A real pleasure to watch. Thanks!

[@ButchE30M3S14]

Oh btw Marty, you need to adjust your Stanadine Roosemaster fuel pump bc it's off a bit, you just start up the machine, let it run till it gets warm and whilst engine is running unscrew the 2 bolts lightly that holds the pump, then turn it slightly left or right to change the advance on it. It's one of those pumps you can adjust perfectly on feel!

[@MartyT]

Ill try that thanks

[@sargefreedom1578]

I enjoy these videos. My dad would fix something and say "Poor folks have poor ways"....He just liked fixing things that didn't need chucked in the bin. I do the same here in West Virginia

[@wemus8983]

Good on you Marty, you are one of the few You Tube makers who doesn't stare at the camera and talk. This makes you videos SO much more enjoyable and interesting. Keep it up!

[@747fixr]

40 year aircraft mechanic here. You have a great commonsense approach to maintenance. I like your style. BTW im an expat retired in Southeast Asia

[@MrPat-UK]

Marty and HIS Magical Hands Solved the Starting Problem, Dudes a Legend, Nothing Fazes You Fella, Pleasure to Watch, Common Sense and a Whole lot of Patience and Practical Skills, Enough Said..

[@JohnMGibby]

Marty if you ever want to rename your channel, MrPat found the name for it. "Marty and His Magical Hands" LOL that gave me a laugh.

[@MrPat-UK]

@ thanks John,

[@MrNosajwhitey]

Every time you have to take things apart you always put it back together with a eye for detail and willingness to make it work

[@Wairoakid]

Congrats on the 500k subs. Well deserved

[@FeralPreacher]

Necessity is the mother of invention. Your creative shim and knowledge of how it should work is commendable. Always a good time watching you make silk from a sows ear. Thanks for sharing.

[@theessexhunter1305]

Well done, next time give the COM a clean and grind an old hacksaw blade away to leave a couple of teeth. wrap on a bit of tape then you can clean the com slots out by dragging it backwards. As an apprentice I did loads for a car electrical company next to our unit.

[@davidsmith6001]

Never thought of a hacksaw blade for that use but that is a great idea. Thanks. I will put that to use.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Dear Marty T. 👍👌👏 Hooray ! 🙌 500.000 subscribers! Congratulations! 🎉 Very well deserved of course. Best regards, luck and especially health to all of you.

[@regsparkes6507]

" The patience of Job" some would say, and I'm one of them Marty, well done! So good to work on equipment that was designed to be repaired and not thrown away, isn't it?

[@jamesa7506]

That IS quite the title! ✝️🇺🇲👍

[@keithgarland3404]

Works ok now, I enjoyed your fault diagnosis, process of elimination 👍

[@WizardsAnonymous]

Always such a great job with the functional repairs. The only thing that I could appreciate more would be having parts sandblasted to have old paint/detritus removed, then repainted. Even if they don't end up working, it would be more visually appealing to watch a fresher looking part being worked on and seeing the grime removed. :)

[@larsskovjensen]

Hi. Love your work. Nice to see old machines go back to work. Remember when working on starters to clean all surfaces. Even on bellhousing. They are often all bad eath-connections. Also check at the bushes. If you see "bubbels" cumming from between busches og endcover(earth conection) you have a bad conection.

[@gazzafloss]

Nice fix trick Marty, sprag clutches seem to have rules of their own under what conditions they'll work, sometimes hard to figure out, but you've cracked the code mate.

[@stevejohnstonbaugh9171]

Fine job Marty T. Watching you work through a problem to a solution is a real treat for this old man. I'd say you are a very rare bird. Thank You from the US.

[@CustodiopatricioTrujillomarcha]

It's amazing how they built the machinery before, made to last, good video, greetings

[@jonnenne]

Not all of it was made to last though. I am sure higher % was but my grandpa tells stories how garbage most of the farming machines were from the factory. They had to improve most of them by themselves. The good ones are still here, the bad ones are long gone.

[@CustodiopatricioTrujillomarcha]

@@jonnenne Good comment but I don't fully agree because if most of the machines are working at 90% today, they were made to last forever. I operate a large number of them today. You just have to know how to treat them and they will be with you throughout your life and beyond.

[@guywright7388]

Good for another thirty years. Excellent work. And half a million ! Congrats 🎉

[@jaimecoburn1339]

Your the definition of the old adage if first you don't succeed then try try again. Well done as always two thumbs up. Your kids see you working hard and not giving up.

[@willtricks9432]

Good work with the Shim Sham. Wear on the Flywheel is down to it stopping at the same place so starting at the same spot. Take it out an relocate it is the usual response from a fitter but easier said than done. Back to work with the D9, nice.

[@localcrew]

That angle blade is just the ticket for maintaining those hillside roads.

[@daveffs1935]

I was just thinking to myself it's been a while since I've seen anything from Mr T, refreshed the youtube and there you are, like magic. 500k subs, you must be doing something right. I can't remember when I joined your channel, but I do remember the Rambro videos, must be close to a decade now. Thanks for the content over the years Marty, you've kept the man stuff side of my brain happy for a long time.

[@kwerk2011]

Finally, a use for Ranfurly Draught!

[@josephking6515]

Might have been worse, it could have been Speights. 🤮 😁

[@jeepanimal2943]

The real question is, did he have to empty it first? Old can = dirty inside. Fresh can = sterilized by alcohol......... clean would be best, right?

[@paulcooper9135]

Good enough for what it has to do ... and carry a can with the machine in case that one wears out. Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦

[@JohnSmith-pl2bk]

Marty commented elsewhere that now he knows the ali shim works he will replace it with a harder-wearing stainless shim....

[@sixtyfiveford]

Gotta love when you take apart the same thing so many times and it finally pays off. On the bright side the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th time are way easier.

[@joerodrigues3816]

Happy to see you back mate and showing us on how it’s done right many thanks for sharing this with us hope you are all doing well and staying safe mate

[@bellofbelmont]

The solution to many problems. Beer ... cans that is. 🙂 ... Thanks for the vid. Jim Bell (Australia)

[@NickManCuso59]

Good job Marty ! Your persistance and ability to fix thing's never ceases to amaze me ! 😁

[@willwade1101]

I've repaired bad teeth on flywheels before. First you weld up the teeth & then you rough grind them to shape. Finally you take a file and finish shaping them. It will work if you pay attention to what you are doing.

[@ernestospadolesto8126]

500k subscribers well deserved. A good channel to learn tips and tricks on these machines.

[@DonnaMSchmid]

I've said it before and I'll say it again: Your skills absolutely AMAZE me! I can't think of anyone more deserving of 500k subscribers than you!

[@arzamumma1202]

Marty.....I always say "if there is a will there is a way".....................👍👍 Greetings from N. America

[@warnerherst6709]

Always drill a drain hole in starters I have done it for years ! Plus put felt in hole keep bugs out !

[@chriskw5229]

Well done as always. I shimmed a spun bearing race with that trick recently. Works just as well with Canadian beer brands.

[@GreyRockOne]

Wow, love it! Nice work Marty. Most people would try to source a new(er) starter, but you're like me, "nope, not happening, I'll get this working one way or the other" Thanks Marty

[@MartyT]

The only replacement I could find was $600 + $800 postage from the states 😂.. I have since found a replacement sprag clutch for $70

[@IanTaylorNZ]

​@@MartyT Roadrunner starters in Tauranga do starters for most old machines. I have some old equipment too and have sourced a few starters from them.

[@thelambethrebel3442]

Congratulations fella. You deserve it!

[@adamcfmacdonald]

We need a Rambro and friends update after so many years. Angry Ram is how this all started. Cheers.

[@remog38]

Great fix Marty , used these shims on my bicycle pedal arm before ,thanks.

[@GaryPArmstrong]

Yeah! The old beer can trick never fails to get you home or going again. Great video Marty

[@johnwesner3935]

Hey Marty, remember when everything used to be made so it could be repaired?😊 Understanding how it's supposed to work helps as well. Here in the states we're fortunate to be able to pick up a lot of, even the older stuff, without to much trouble. I'll always try to fix before replacing as well. Thanks from Wisconsin!

[@bubashalom8274]

Yeah! You got it, way too go Marty T!

[@pauljoseph8338]

Unbelievable knowledge…you solved the crime by the rules of deduction! Anyone else would’ve just bought a new starter motor. You knew what the operation of each part was supposed to do, and you figured it out. Well done.

[@meirionevans5137]

Vintage TD9s everywhere sighed in relief.

[@JohnCarter-qv1ie]

I love hearing the insight from the boss.

[@JohnCarter-qv1ie]

@@MartyT I had a dirty job in 1983-85. Black Op. Let's over throw the Soviet Union! The Pt cruiser has my man's name on it! Kiwi!

[@angrybill]

Brilliant fix to that Sprague Clutch in the starter. Given the relative massive availability of parts like that and their low price here in the USA, no one ever needs to invent themselves a fix as you did. Stunning originality Sir! You are to be lauded for demonstrating some awesome field thinking. I have never had to do a fix like that because if I fall out of my front door I have already gone half way to the nearest half dozen parts stores.

[@rodjames8181]

Well done Marty, another job well done!

[@pete_ski]

Good man yourself, knew you'd get her sorted, never doubted you!

[@heighRick]

Big congratulations on 500K Marty! Thanks for a wonderful video, helps a lot!

[@mikescudder4621]

Great to see that the kids can approach you while you're working on stuff...

[@bearbon2]

Such unbelievable patience and resourcefulness.

[@mrbussey]

Make it look SO easy when you work on everything!! Great repair!

[@avan8386]

You got lucky with the clutch in the starter being held together by a snap ring/circlip. Last one I worked on was crimped together and was quite a job opening up and putting back together.

[@mmusser62]

Is there anything you can't fix?!!! Awesome job and so good to see these older machines being put to good use.

[@fredsimmons2793]

Marty, for want of a washer,a kingdom was lost.Great work.

[@tadpoles10]

Another great recovery Marty. I'm not sure who was more pleased with the start up, you me or your young son .. 'yes' .. 👍💪 atvb t ..

[@CarltonTweedle]

Con grats 500 but that aside best fix ever beer to the rescue.

[@JustAnAverageBrad]

now thats a proper bushfix 👍

[@JohnSmith-pl2bk]

Bendix bushfix...

[@johnpartridge7623]

Patience pays dividends, good job mate 👍

[@Tclans]

Superb work as always, loved this in depth repair.

[@markbehr88]

Great job Marty. 👍

[@bluedunn374]

Amazing how so much damage can be caused by lack of maintenance (by previous owners) lack of a shim and no oil probably did that. Great job.

[@AWDJRforYouTube]

Great repair Marty T, As we say in the states "HERE, HOLD MY BEER" gets it done!

[@whathasxgottodowithit3919.]

Good job, that is one good thing with the older equipment if you have the skills and ability everything can be serviced and put back to work.

[@Bar.65]

Good day sir … nice to see your back in action … remember take it easy

[@cdbfarm65]

you are so resourceful and clever. nice work.

[@babsyred9710]

Good job Marty 👍🏻

[@andymack5093]

Marty - you are the epitome of the old saying - "the patience of Jobe" and serve as a reminder to those of us who are a bit - "rip s*** & bust" lol.. Cheers from the other end of the motu.

[@edwardmoriarty1507]

I enjoy watching your videos because you get into the guts of it you recycle or re make the parts that most will buy from the parts store. If I'm going to learn anything it's gonna be from the true mechanics like you !

[@douglasfitzsimmons654]

Nice bush fix there sir, hats of to you, I never seen you beat yet. 👍

[@markbusby9709]

Well done Marty you never disappoint with your talents !! inspiration to youngsters !!!!!

[@terryflora9268]

I probably will never take a bulldozer starter apart in my lifetime but if ever the opportunity arises I can look back and say Marty showed me how and to remember that if at first I don't succeed there's more than one way to skin a cat Great video !

[@davidnaudi2601]

Excellent as always and no BS.

[@redbeard4518]

Yet another brilliant effort Marty. People watching you do these repairs possibly donʻt appreciate how far away you are - not in distance so much, but in travel time, to get to engineering shops, parts supplies, etc (mind you, you are working on really old stuff so parts will always be a problem! 🙂) so your ability to ʻbush fixʻ stuff is pretty essential living where you are. As students, we once fixed a broken Humber 80 exhaust pipe with a beer can and some ʻborrowedʻ surplus No 8 gauge wire off a fence when the pipe broke going through the Shanendoah after a tramping trip up in your area... Interesting you initially put grease on the pinion throw out shaft. I was always taught to assemble them dry as any grease or oil caused a bigger problem long term with grit and dirt sticking to the pinion and shaft??? Maybe modern lubricants donʻt cause such issues or was that just a temp try at sorting?

[@JohnSmith-pl2bk]

@MartyT 1 day ago The workshop manual I have says they should be lubricated with silicone grease @MartyT 3 hours ago (edited) @31144 I know what you mean, it seems wrong to lubricate a part that is supposed to grab. I guess lubricant reduces wear when the clutch is freewheeling and gets in between the sprags to let them slide easily

[@TheBasementChannel]

Good job Marty on the .5M subs. Such a great channel, living the dream most of us want!

[@robertlong9029]

I know that you don’t need my advice but it helps that people engage with your channel so you get more exposure.

[@ltdees2362]

There is no better satisfaction, using some TLC, bringing your machinery back to life !! And you give me the encouragement that I can do it also 😎

[@daddybob6096]

Congrats on reaching half a million subbys, Mart. Popular programme!!! Bob.

[@alexandermacgillivray598]

Good man and a good Dad.

[@andrew.l.5493]

500k subscribers. Well done and well deserved. Another great fix and video. Always a pleasure to watch you work.

[@bubbagreensmith7174]

Marty isn’t intimidated by much of anything! Good job mate 👍

[@alangraham8926]

Marty love your tenacity mate. There are people that think you are a cheapskate etc I actually think people like you save the planet by "bringing junk" back to life thus saving the materials and energy required to replace it! I am quite isolated in this thinking but the environmental economics of this far out weighs the corporate BS and a government models that are really dollar driven and endorsed by air head save the planet types.

[@danaskubic2145]

If at first you don't succeed, try, try, try, again. Thanks for sharing Marty.

[@michaeldixon908]

Most would buy a new starter, some would take it apart once to see what was what , a few may take it apart twice but Marty here, he does it again and again until it works. Good on you and that is for posting this video

[@russw5301]

Another great informative video. Have picked up so many greats over the years. Love your work!

[@erik_dk842]

I admire your perseverance

[@aserta]

A trick to get these sealed extra good (on top of what you already did) is to clean up the joint areas, give it a quick wizz with any random canned spray primer and after that, putting liquid tape with a mesh around. The mesh can be a bit of an old shirt. P.S. use kitchen gloves. Thicker, last longer. Got better grip too. Just remember to wash them before taking them off. Any powder type clothes detergent works.

[@richardphelan8414]

She's been rode hard but it takes a tinkerer like Marty to keep it going ,well done Mate I never miss one of your Videos my best to you and yours ,well done on 500 thousand subscribers

[@GARCKY]

An excellent bodge job to get that one-way action working. Good source of shim stock, too, I'd say. So, open a fresh one and reward yourself!

[@rickduncan362]

Any chance the comments here can come back to the civil world. Marty T, I think it is safe to say that the people who are commenting are fans of yours because you seem to be a nice, intelligent and level headed bloke. I know I appreciate your videos and can't wait to watch the next one.