Rebuilding And Installing Front Gear On The Free Abandoned Airplane

[@patriciakane7008]

I’ve watched every episode of the 401 rebuild and have enjoyed it so much! Wonder how many women , especially in my age bracket who have watched all of it? I’m 75! It’s just so fascinating to me how long it took to take it all apart and then clean, repair, allodyne, prime etc. and then to put it back together. Just awesome! Can’t wait to see it fly again. 💗

[@theComputerVoice]

I'm not in the age bracket (30s) but I've enjoyed every episode! They're doing great work and it really seems like a good, positive team.

[@jdoe7673]

Wow.. I grew up there in Crumpler WV 2 miles from the Ashland resort! That was over 70 years ago.. Learned to fly in BLF . What a shock and real treat to see that you guys were in Ashland.. Thanks for the trip down memory land and Pinnicle creek!..

[@kristenkylemack9477]

Wow! You got a lot work done & got to have a fun vacation. That is all very important. Work together & Play together! Fun Fun Fun. You all deserve the break!

[@studioblues]

Thank God you are ON-AIR..............eagerly waiting to see......God Bless You , Team and the Family..............warm regards

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for your positivity, glad to have you apart of this rebuild!

[@studioblues]

@@rebuildrescue Thanks for your kind consideration...warm regards

[@rexmyers991]

I worked on Twin Cessnas for over 30 years. The first gear retraction system rigging I did was on a Cessna 421. I maintained a particular Cessna 310R for 18 years. I can tell you that when the gear is rigged right it works beautifully. But you MUST NOT take any short cuts in the rigging procedure. Another thing, during each Annual Inspection you will find the gear (at least one leg) will be out of rig. Tony Saxon of TAS Aviation says just normal flexing of the airplane in flight (turbulence) will throw the gear out of rig specification. Very nice work going on there. I see you are not cutting any corners. Beautiful

[@sethregan8734]

I actually did two touch-and-go's at your airport, Chester County, today! I wanted to stop and see the 401 but decided I could do without the hefty fees your FBO charges... Good work guys!

[@christopherseivard8925]

Thanks. Awesome progress. I know I say it too often, but with my stroke, you give me motivation every Saturday.

[@rebuildrescue]

It means a lot to us that you stop by the channel every week, your dedication to us through thick and thin keeps us motivated even when we feel defeated. And we are here for you as well, thank you for everything 👍🏻❤️

[@lindamorrison9755]

Wow, you have come such a long way with the 401,but it is so nice to see that you help each other when there is a problem. The flight simulator looks like a lot of fun and you can crash and not get hurt. I don't know if I would get off the ground. The trip looked amazing. Tell Nicole that I said hi, Glad to see that you brought so many people along.

[@Rekuzan]

Remember the very first 401 video? Step 1: Remove cowling for engine 2. Step 2: Spend half an hour digging out bird's nests from the engine bay in an attempt to get to the spark plugs. Step 3: Start praying...

[@paulsalvestrin7253]

You over tensioned the mounting bolts. That type of torque wrench can only be used with your hand on the serrated hand grip.

[@badbatch974]

18:14. That style of torque wrench is only accurate if you have your hand in the center of the grip. To close to the socket and you over torque, to far off the end and you under torque. I’m sure torquing those bolts a little too much won’t hurt but it’s good to get in the habit of always using it correctly.

[@MrSpock002]

You guys really bustin on poor Sam - but heck - he deserves it!!! LOL Happy Anniversary brother - just went over 31 yrs. with my bride!! God Bless!!

[@rebuildrescue]

Congratulations Brother !

[@anthonyelam2257]

Great to get some me time to relax and rejuvenate the soul with nature and the wild ... 😊😊😊

[@jesusblessthesecommentsamen]

Love the new paint on the landing gear one thing that bugged my ocd is you scratched primer on one of the rivets putting it in ! No more snow skying for you and the owner all flying from hear on in. God bless 😁

[@MrSpock002]

That frackin hole was deep man!!! Nice trailin guys!! Great way to blow off some steam and make memories!!

[@thierrykoch8893]

Hello, I'm still here. I am still following you from France. I really like everything you do. You are very pleasant. Very brave and always smiling. A perfect and passionate team. THANKS

[@Orzorn]

You know its absolutely awesome how your crew went from being so camera shy to being absolutely glowing folks. You can really see their true selves come out, especially when they're helping each other out or joking around. I think most of all guys like Sam and Joe really came out of their shells. Really excited to see this airplane come back to life. Even I used to be skeptical at times, but seeings its journey has definitely proven to me this bird is going to go back in the sky sooner than we think.

[@basebilljr07]

Man I can't wait to see you at Oshkosh I love eating Paint chips! I'll down at least 3 containers.

[@ryanasmus8639]

Wow, I last flew N769GA in 1995 at DPA (DuPage Airport/Chicago)! It was operated by Cougar Aviation whose owner sadly died during a MU2 training flight at DPA in 1997. I'm glad to see you getting 9GA flying again!

[@elkstalker6236]

Took my CFI check ride at DPA, 1991

[@KensHobbies409]

Sure is nice to see the 401 is beginning to come together. Keep up The Good Work.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for watching !

[@Rekuzan]

@@rebuildrescue Remember the very first 401 video? Step 1: Remove cowling for engine 2. Step 2: Spend half an hour digging out bird's nests from the engine bay in an attempt to get to the spark plugs. Step 3: Start praying...

[@chilitoday]

This project, all these painstaking steps, makes me appreciate the thousands and thousands of research, engineering, testing and design hours that go into these beautiful flying machines.

[@donaldharen]

Awesome to see the work that you did on that nose gear Jason! Great attention to detail. I'm especially impressed that every bolt that was torqued is marked! Such a great idea! Greg and Joe were doing such a nice job on Sam's Cougar, that'll last for a long time now! Especially nice to see you all enjoying some fun off road ! Building a closer bond of a great team! God bless you all.

[@michaelconnolly6170]

On Sam's Gulfstream Cougar, the panels were know as "lightening strike" doublers. They were bonded to the upper skin with a fillet all around.

[@Sam-ou8uv]

Thank you!

[@davidparlee3102]

Hi Jason! Great job and coming along quickly on your 401. Just a FYI I noticed on torquing the nuts on the "A Frame" as you called it for the nose gear. You are holding the snap torque wrench correctly on the first nut but not the second nut in the video. You had your thumb by the pivot/break point on the wrench for the second I believe it was. That can and often does result in an under torque condition. The correct hand location for proper torque is almost like an open hand on the handle only on the wrench. Some even have a mark to show where your hand should not go past. A direct pull on the handle and no twisting input from your hand. I retired from 42.5 years in aerospace and customer quality after many years in assembly and test with large gas turbine fuel controls. We used many different types of torque wrenches including one like you were using. It's not hard to induce under torque. Just a thought but maybe revisit the torque, just for safety.

[@jimjenkins3313]

Great and fun segment with the quads and Razors, fun times. The bonus is once again nice progress on the 401!

[@EH-nw6bu]

Hey guys just a suggestion when you are using torque paint/seal. Make sure that the stripe goes from the fuselage to the end of the bolt. By only applying it to the end of the nut and bolt, you will only know that the nut has turned. If you apply from the frame to the end of the bolt, you will be able to see if the bolt is spinning in the hole as well. Some applications of torque seal is mandatory, in these cases, you want to ensure that the torque seal is applied IAW OEM standards. Just passing on some advice from a 40 year aviation mechanic.

[@rollinrudi]

I would add one thing to the paint/marker. Always use the paint after every bolt torqued one by one. So that you don't end up having 4 bolts not torqued and marked by mistake. Not very likely to happen, but the worst I've seen was six bolts all loose and marked (luckily not on an airplane, but yet a good practice regradless of the extra time spent).

[@troyjustet8315]

I stumbled on this channel while recovering from an injury. I binge watched the whole series and I have to say I am impressed how dedicated everyone is to this project and what you plan to do with it once it is together and flying. It has renewed my faith that there are still good people in this world who want to help others. I will definitely be contributing to the go fund me.

[@geobely]

It’s coming a long nicely but that piece on the A frame expose on the landing gear I think that it should have been painted to match the the white of the landing 🛬 gear 😊

[@rocroc]

They are actually getting the nuts and bolts back together again. There is hope!

[@49tkscott]

Hello from the UK. Great vlog this week, that wheel assembly looks amazing! West Virginia looks absolutely spectacular 👌. See you next week for more.

[@dgmills5351]

The "Workcation" looks amazing! I think it was Joe that got a huge lap full of muddy water on that trail!

[@shaunmckay8550]

dam that's is a cool area to ride. Too bad I don't think my back can handle the bump s. Glad you added into this video.😊

[@jamestannachion8405]

Another awesome Rebuild Rescue Saturday!

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for checking out the upload James, have a great weekend!

[@grumpysgarage4387]

The 401 looks perfect I only build car's and try my best to make everything look and work brand new You guys hit it out the park

[@Robby4Jesus]

Always like to see 401 action!

[@handy_kc]

All work and no play makes Joe a dull boy! Nice work all the way around. The 401 is looking great! Really glad you all got to get out and have fun. It's important to take some down time. See you next Saturday!

[@rebuildrescue]

A much needed vacation, we're ready to get back to work ! Thank you for stopping by the channel, we'll see you next week 👍🏻

[@alrad5686]

That flight simulator is awesome. The 401 continues to go forward, like eating an elephant, one bite at a time. Enjoyed seeing the 4 wheelers, I used to live right near the Hatfield-McCoy trails, great riding there.

[@sir_chiefton5409]

These episodes give me a “This old house” vibe and I love it!

[@rebuildrescue]

Thanks Brother, we hope you enjoy the episode !!

[@stansdds]

Yeah, on this week's episode of This Old Airplane...

[@charliemckay6402]

The landing strut would make an excellent skiing strut for the crew who ski.

[@donwilson7783]

Great to see the 401 coming back to life

[@rebuildrescue]

Slowly but surely!

[@eugeneweaver3199]

I wish I had a boss like you, Jason! As an older fella, I really appreciate you making sure your team has some fun as a reward for all the hard work and dedication. Great job! Love watching the Phoenix rise from the birds nests!

[@rebuildrescue]

Your positivity means a lot Brother, and the vacation was well deserved !

[@fartinaroundnashville3775]

Wow! I love this U ROCK! However are yawl going to be working on this plane for the rest of this Century? U have inspired me on how to drag out a KZbin video series for a year, I mean this as a complement! 1 love!!!!

[@johnnunn8688]

Top tip. To save expensive fluid in the ultrasonic; use water in the ultrasonic and put your part in a sealed poly bag with the cleaning fluid.

[@yannkitson116]

You're the World's best and most generous BOSS Jason. You have a good team and they have a great boss :)

[@michaeldemontigny3017]

I think all the crew needed a time-out for sure y'all look like you had a good time

[@rebuildrescue]

It was an awesome time, and much needed !

[@michaeldemontigny3017]

@@rebuildrescue y'all keep up the good work you have an awesome love watching

[@nickadkins7765]

Hatfield McCoy trails are the best! Memories with my dad riding out there! Beautiful trails

[@barrywood5357]

What a show tonight. so much content so much fun be safe and crack on

[@HFamilyDad]

Those guitar tracks rock! Plane ain't bad either!

[@marknielsen8738]

Know David Fletcher well, he gave me a line job when his family ran Fletcher Aviation at Hobby so I could take lessons. He really knows Grumman's, REALLY KNOWS can't recommend them enough.

[@marknielsen8738]

What do you want to know, I haven't spoken to David in years but FletchAir has a good rep from what I see and read. David was always a little hard to deal with with at times but fair with me. Funny story, his mother Mayabell was a WWII WACS and that woman could fly anything, gave me my PPL check ride I was terrified 😰 😰.

[@andyjames6664]

It’s fantastic to see the 401 coming back to life. Your attention to detail is clearly paying off. I’m really happy for you that you’re seeing your dream come true.. keep up the good work and I just can’t wait to see it flying again. It’s going to be epic.

[@Gstation9]

Great to see the Team have fun on the McCoy Hatfield Trails. That was exciting. Hope Sam got his BBQ on with the Wife ~ 401 is getting a nice overhaul. Great Rivetting to Greg and Joe Cool ~

[@Nielsen.Brian.P]

Wonderful update on the project(s)! I forget that often times bearings aren't just spherical but have other shapes

[@stansdds]

Lucky on that landing gear in the Cougar!

[@buckmurdock2500]

Lucky for the buyer that rejected the plane during purchase evaluation.

[@blackieskinner3073]

torque paint is also a indicator of nuts coming loose that would be discovered at scheduled inspections it tells you if a nut has come loose because the paint wont line up

[@WildBoar-b1x]

I always look forward to new videos progressing the rebuild of the 401 Phoenix. Great fun!

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for stopping by this morning, we hope you have a restful weekend !

[@FinlandGuy747]

I just today flew on the DC-3. Yesterday i flew it from Helsinki to Tampere to Vaasa. It was the same route Finnair flew 75 years ago. The plane was originally delivered to Pan Am and has then operated for U.S airforce, Finnair, Finnish airforce and airveteran. The plane is now over 80 years old. It's one of the last passenger DC-3s in the world. Today i flew from Vaasa back to Helsinki. We had a short stop in Jämi Fly In. It was so fun.

[@Rekuzan]

Wow, really??? I'm surprised you didn't say Buffalo Air! I wasn't aware there was anyone else other than them still operating passenger flights on a DC-3!

[@FinlandGuy747]

@@Rekuzan You just have to be a member of the dc association and you can book a flight.

[@Rekuzan]

@@FinlandGuy747 *snaps* Of COUUUURSE, that makes perfect sense. [Jelling!!! ^.^] I've actually heard of them while watching Ice Pilots NWT!

[@FinlandGuy747]

@@Rekuzan Almost all the flights are in Finland tho.

[@jonathanworthing6278]

That looked like a great day. Good to see the guys enjoyed it. You’ve got to take time out to have a good life.

[@vanillagarilla965]

You guys are doing an outstanding job, what y’all are doing is a huge undertaking and I’m so proud to be part of this project. Thank you so very much for the opportunity. 401 forever!!!

[@OneIdeaTooMany]

So great to see Sam in the videos wrenching away.

[@john999]

Nice to see that you guys having fun. Good team building.

[@claudiom4616]

So awesome to see the progress on the 401! What a difference since that first video. Keep it up!!! Can't wait to see her fly again!!! It seems like you no longer say "few-saw-lidge", now if we could get you to say "torque" instead of "twirk"... Torque is something you do to a bolt. Twirk is something you do with your rear end. 😂😂😂

[@lanceripplinger8352]

That was neat seeing how the front nose gear comes together! Cool attention to all the little details, even down to marking the bolts with torque paint!

[@ShawnPossible]

Another great video. Can't wait to see it finished. Wish I lived closer to the hanger and could work on the Phoenix.

[@rebuildrescue]

You guys are an essential part of this team, we absolutely would not be where we are today without the support you all show. So thank you!

[@donburke5670]

Looking good, guys! Interesting using Hoppe's #9 with the ultrasonic cleaner. Probably works as good as anything! Don't ask how I know that, LOL.

[@azeemriyaz7090]

401! let's gooo

[@Sniffy1975]

Good to see more visible progress being made on reassembling the 401. I've been following along since the start of this journey... That sim looks awesome, but I recon the bezels between the screens would probably bug me after a while and If I was spending that much money I'd get a Simpit projection system.

[@ltshering]

Many Many happy returns of the day happy birthday to you Mr.Sam

[@alanwelch6594]

Glad to see this rebuild proceeding. I unsubscribed from another channel because of a bait and switch rescue. This will be a sweet old bird essentially in brand new condition. Good job so far.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for the support, we won't let you down!

[@HototoManyGoats]

I really hope you finish the 401. I've invested so many hours watching your videos. Please don't let this end of like a Netflix show that's VERY interesting end after the 1st season. Love the Channel. Keep being awesome. Especially Joe!

[@AuditRecon]

Grumman GA-7 Cougar (twin-piston) (GA7) I had to look it up. I was unfamiliar with Cougar.

[@redskiclayton]

Great job on that wing repair. Those ATV trails look awesome!

[@Shopat9678]

I used to work in aircraft assembly for Beechcraft back in the early 80s and general aviation in the 70's right there in PA at the Beaver County Airport. All the stuff that you guys are doing take me back to some good satisfying work. I enjoy watching you do the work and thanks for the memories.

[@timothylong68]

Nice progress on the 401 can’t wait to see it flying

[@cereza3865]

I’ve spent a whole afternoon watching the story about this restoration and it’s amazing guys. It’s great to see this bird coming back alive. Can’t wait to see it flying again. Greetings from Argentina 🇦🇷

[@rebuildrescue]

The support you all show us is amazing, we wouldn't be here without you guys. Thank you so much for being apart of the Rescue Crew👍🏻

[@matthewehansen]

I love the rescue crew always does lunch together. That is awesome and those lunches have to be so fun with all the cool personalities on the team!

[@WildBoar-b1x]

Happy Birthday Sam!

[@MrAmericanPatriot76]

Nice to see the wheel gears going back on the 401! Maybe once you all get the wheels re installed and functioning, y'all could tow the plane across the tarmac and see how many wierd stares y'all get LOL

[@AnthonyRBlacker]

Awh man nothing at ALL like taking a day, getting done early and calling it a weekend on the quads out in the country. We have the Pine Barrens here in South Jersey.. it's not mountainous like WV the Hatfield and McCoys but it is a nice way to hideout all weekend off the grid! Nice

[@Kentucky921]

You all were about 45 minutes from where I live, sorry I missed ya, hope you had a great ride

[@stephenjordan8712]

Good job on the nose gear. 🙌🏻

[@jimfinlaw4537]

Glad to see the 401 getting closer to being back on its feet again and be a roller. Planes like the 401 are so much easier to move around that way in the hanger. Great job! Glad you found the wrong bolt in the right main gear trunion on Sam's Cougar. That could have been really bad. Obviously something that had slipped through the cracks during previous inspections. Good catch! Glad you guys know when its time to cut loose and have fun. Four wheeling in the back woods is a good way to blow of steam. You are a great boss Jason. Keep up the great work!

[@Hughes500]

Its so great when i log on and you guys have posted another video. I clear out the schedule and have some me time watching it. Keep up the great work.

[@tedstrikertwa800]

Keep on 401'ing

[@ptp79]

Greg is a life saver !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@md4droid]

So happy to see Rebuild Rescue videos every Saturday morning at 10am. It almost takes me back to the Saturday morning cartoons as a kid, just a little greasier and bigger toys. Always a great adventure working on the 401, almost like we're there helping. Thanks, Jason! Can't wait for the next one.

[@rebuildrescue]

Thank you for dedicating some of your time every weekend with us, it means a lot to all of us here on the channel👍🏻

[@deltic223]

Jason, you choose some cool tunes, you tried to message me privately I think to try and get me the link or something but I didn't know what I was doing

[@pumpakine8533]

been watching since the first episode. So happy to see the way the entire project has come along! it looks absolutely amazing you guys do amazing work

[@rebuildrescue]

Thanks for being apart of the adventure, it's awesome seeing day one supporters in the comments !

[@blaise2628]

Thanks for bringing us along for the vacation, looked like everyone had a goodtime. Nice to see everyone got home safe and sound.

[@richardsweeney197]

Thanks for the great video, and I had a great time on the trip!!

[@Rekuzan]

Once again, thank you SO much for this channel and the work you do! Over the past 2 years, this channel has helped get through some difficult times; mainly learning how to walk again after breaking my legs in a car crash. And then broke my left leg again in a scooter accident on black ice six months ago....not that he'd know ANYTHING about THAT!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@brianclausen2344]

The 401 is looking amazing from where it started! I know you are disappointed that it isn't able to fly to Oshkosh 2023, but good things take time and patience! Can't wait to see you at Oshkosh this week. I will be working there again, but I will make a stop to say hi and maybe another pic! Fly safe everyone!

[@AnthonyRBlacker]

What a feeling it is using the torque paint. It's a trick to do and you almost have to re-learn how to do it, it's rare you finish up something and get to put the paint on. SUCH a great feeling isn't it!!?

[@Orbacron]

A rolling airframe is a big step forward

[@deweyox1]

Love the H&M trails!

[@adambelka6383]

I’ve been following since the first episode! I’m so glad this project is progressing the way it is! God bless you for what you are doing. Thank you thank you.

[@rebuildrescue]

We couldn't do it without the support you all show us every week ! Thank you !

[@jg51ogg]

Love going out riding. During the three day long fourth of July weekend We do a Lake Superior shoreline run every year. As the kids and grandkids get older our trips take longer because we stop and take pictures more. We drop the ORVs off in Munising and ride to our property in Paradise. We must look like a hobo traveling show going down the road as we use a F450 with a fifth wheel to haul a 35 foot trailer with 2 Can-am Commanders, three 570 Sportsman's, two 325 sportsman's and a Warrior. During the ride we stop at the Pictured Rocks outlook, Grand Marais Coast Guard station, Grand Marais where I lived for a couple years as a kid for lunch where my folks owned a restaurant. Then down to the Lake Superior Overlook and beach acess for a quick swim in the 50 degree cold water. We make a stop at Crisp point lighthouse for a dinner cookout and then from there we head to our property in Paradise. If the kids and Grandkids aren't to worn down from the Saturday run we make a short Sunday after noon drive off through the woods over to the Vermillion Point Life Saving station historical museum. It is one of the original life saving stations on Lake Superior. From there we go up to the Great lakes shipwreck museum. Then we head into the city of Paradise to the Goat Locker for dinner, where the kids can go over to the goat pen and get some pictures and watch the goats play around. By the time Sunday comes to a close they're pretty much wiped out and ready to head for home. Once the kids and grandkids have left the wife and I just relax for the day enjoying nature. We leave after all the traffic has already been home and going to work. It makes our drive much easier. You should always make time to get some R&R and it looks like you did a great job of it. Love all the content keep it coming. Some day I might actually make it to Oshkosh again. But in the meantime I have 5 grandkids to entertain at the drop of the hat.

[@sonnicman]

@rebuild rescue SEE YOU SOON AT OSHKOSH!!!!

[@rebuildrescue]

We're so excited!!

[@silver_inferno]

Awesome episode ! Thanks

[@timpropilot]

Great leadership and team!

[@scottieswave300]

Really cool guys! Glad to see that some fun is had away from work as well!👍

[@frederick5697]

That looked like so much fun.

[@JoseMartinez-hj8xf]

Nice to see you guys have some time for a bit of fun. Nice job Jason on the surprise. It's getting to an exciting point in the 401. I can't wait to see the next Saturday and see what's next.