Repairing the Old SHYSTER's Hydraulic Cylinders ~ RESCUING a 60's Abused Fork Truck ~ Part 4

[@chottom]

That older gentleman is a prime example of a friend who every mechanic needs.

[@globalsurfer]

Pure entertainment man... you make me laugh so much but in a good way and remember I am not laughing at you, I laugh at every situation you encounter as it somehow manages to reveal another challenge.... and you tackle it with a good sense of urgency and dedication, with some comedy.... the comedy is too good,,, especially when I see you battling something till nightfall, it just is too funny.... man, you are the man! One of the best channels on KZbin... sincerely, you know what you are doing and you deserve the very best.... Good Going brother....

[@imysteryman]

Having that forklift is a life changing event for you. I was at a local salvage yard and a forklift came in and I went straight to the office and asked them how much, it is a hyster about the size of yours and has the large tires. I am going to keep it as long as I live, love having it.

[@tda2806]

The reason I watch this channel because you do it yourself, you're honest, you learn, you make mistakes, you fix your mistakes. Do I suck my teeth sometimes, yes, that's because I have made the same mistake or I have have had my wrists slapped by someone older and wiser before I wrecked something. Keep making videos like these. All the best from the UK.

[@waynevietnam]

I've worked on these trucks from 55 years ago until I retired. You are learning the hard way but so did I.

[@Stevensteven1098]

I like your films because you find an old workhorse, You work on it, Against impossible odds, You bring it back to life, To fight another day

[@johnnyholland8765]

Not much I can say that hasn't already been said. I mainly just like the fact that you will tackle almost anything. Lot of young people out there that don't have your work ethic and I think that is sad. I am 62 and have had to work hard most of my life. Mike is a friend indeed. Nice to have friends with "stuff".

[@alexanderj.mendez3815]

Mike knows he’ll learn and retain the knowledge passed on from him.

[@jacquesmartin9460]

Excellent work, your patience is exceptional, love to see you work and at the same time your quite a teacher . Bravo !

[@normanengle1779]

I use a steel piston compression ring tool when I am resealing cylinders

[@ronaldheit196]

I'm 66 and they said the same thing about our generation. I have several Millinial Grandchildren and every one of them are definitely not slackers. It's just that the ones who are slackers get off on attracting attention to themselves.

[@russellrico1378]

Matt. I enjoy watching a young man who has passion for his task,no matter how distasteful or hard. You are a rare person today. I know you will carry on the fight. I learn watching you learn.

[@randymcclellan9569]

I love seeing old things brought back to service rather than scrap yard, that's why I watch.

[@chrishastings2665]

What I see here. Is an old man with decades of trade skills. And has fell on bad luck at some point. Then you come along and bring all his long dormant skills and machinery back to life. Which is unfortunate. Because no one appreciates the skill to fix something in a throw away society. Which is also why so many people enjoy your channel. Ingenuity and the ability to fix old serviceable parts is why I love your channel.

[@rayphillips332]

It's nice to have friends that will let you use there equipment because it would take forever to take it apart without special equiptment.

[@guai9632]

it doesn't look like this cat rack helped a lot

[@dfross87]

@@guai9632 It would have worked better if they had the accessories needed to use it correctly.

[@bruwin]

@@guai9632 I guarantee you what it did help with saved him hours of pain and frustration.

[@deliveryguy7402]

Boy, that guy Mike is a wealth of knowledge! I like that you repair the cylinders as opposed to purchasing new ones. This is old time knowledge that has been mostly forgotten. Keep up the excellent work!

[@dezfan]

In this age of, “just throw it away”. I enjoy seeing good old fashioned hard work and determination bringing back this old iron that is far better made, it’s just been neglected and abused. A little TLC and it will outlive the new equipment available today.

[@Porty1119]

Tell me about it. My business partner and I are sniffing around replacing a pair of skid-steers doing cleanup work at a copper mine with some 40-year-old mining equipment that's ten times tougher, not to mention better suited to the job.

[@ncc17701a]

My dad used to work for a forklift repair company a long time ago. I remember going to jobs with him as a kid to fix Hysters. Fond memories of those days!

[@Every_Day_Adventure]

I just finished binge watching the whole Shyster renovation series. Good work bringing her back to life.

[@walterwhitaker1395]

Im a retired 1979-2010 Nuclear Grade Steamfitter Weldor LU 598 Pasco Wash ( Yeah we built the bomb here in WWII) Watching you and your Senior friend working together brought back alot of fond memories for me starting out my career as a first year apprentice.(Small Fry) LOL! The first rule was "eyes open, ears open, mouth shut!" It was tough at times but I wouldnt trade that experience for anything! Their knowledge was priceless and it was an honor to pass it along to the apprentices that I taught after I served my 5 year apprenticeship and became a journeyman. Thank you for another great video! Keep em coming brother!

[@rcgrove2]

I haven’t seen any new videos in a while, hope everything is ok with you.

[@pjonz2008]

There's not many KZbinrs producing videos of the length of yours that I sit through without fast forwarding or stopping completely. I look forward to your next episode. Started watching with Old Red and then watched your early stuff as well. Since your early days you talk a lot more now about what you're doing, which is a good thing, and the content I find very enjoyable. I'm past the age of doing what you do anymore but I was like you - I'd fix anything and only farm it out when I couldn't do it myself. Don't change a thing about what you do and how you narrate it (other than calling a piston a cylinder) Love your vids. Cheers

[@10221844]

War time improvisation, this is what makes your channel interesting.

[@brianjohnston9822]

Too bad that old rig wasn’t fully operational, but imagine it still saved you a lot of time and headaches. The sad part in the industry is they don’t want to repair anymore, but would rather sell you a complete piston. The hourly wage of specialist are exceeding the cost of factory built. The experience that guys like Mike brings will be sadly lost. I have always liked watching guys like you bring old metal back to service. The one thing I would like to offer, is take care of yourself. I grew and learned with a strong safety ethic. It prevents a lot of down time recovering from injury.

[@stuartkarshagen6274]

Rebuilding something ready to be scrapped is why I love this channel, even before you started doing big machines, repairing old tools, etc. In today's world of replace or throw away, it's awesome to see how you persevere to get these old machines, tools, up and running. I still can't believe you got that hyster motor unstuck and running smoothly. Great channel 👍🏻

[@meheszmezesarpadzsigmond6048]

#4

[@bobdavis5216]

Old school, rebuild not replace. Tapping the know how of someone who is experienced with respect, not thinking you know it all, letting them teach you and us their skills. That’s what I like about your channel.

[@kenhenry3430]

Glad to see someone else that thinks it is a lot easier to work on clean equipment 👏👏👏👍👍👍🤠

[@rendelawenzel239]

This is the way it used to be...as a young engineer I worked with the trades to learn how to take that textbook knowledge and apply it in mechanical applications. I was the young kid learning from the old guys....they taught me a hell of a lot and how to do so many different things! Watching these guys work brought back some awesome memories! I really enjoyed this video!

[@t1259sw]

One man's trash is another man's treasure. The cylinder repair machine needs to be rescued, a tool that you don't see much these days.

[@WHJeffB]

Another great video! Love how the cylinder servicing rig is out in the "woods". Great to have a friend that has such equipment and the knowledge to use it, certainly makes servicing/rebuilding anything a lot easier, hope you bought him a case (at least) of his favorite beer! Very smart to replace everything while you have it apart...

[@jastuff3689]

One of my favorite channels. Where are you? Haven't heard from you in 2 months.....

[@IanSlothieRolfe]

Old Shyster is going to be a real asset to you when you're working on some of the heavy machinery you have. Glad to hear she's getting a paint job, I'm thinking black & flames !

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Yeah this old beast is going to be AWESOME to have around! You aren't too far off on the paint job, just wait and see!

[@OcotilloTom]

Your pulling that lifting cylinder reminded me of when I was a civil war reenactor. For years I also used to repair and restore civil war cannons. On occasion we would put a cannon into or take one out of service at an event. We would use horses to lift the heavier tubes (barrels) from their carriages. The crowds would gather to watch that being done and I think they enjoyed it as much as the battle events and firing of the guns. Like this it was something most people had never seen. Great video.

[@DDB168]

I enjoy watching restorations of almost anything but you have specialised in some bigger machinery which I've found very interesting and entertaining. It's also very informative and I feel like I learn something every time.

[@hopsgarage5513]

It feels like your just being yourself in your videos, your a hard worker and you actually listen to advice. Something rare on KZbin.

[@burtonbird5518]

Wow, good video! That guy Mike and all his experience saved a year of trying to KZbin all the different aspects of those cylinder rebuilds. Press n all the special hand tools and the special knack how they work best. What a blessing for you. Great job. Looking forward to next video.

[@filmbluff99]

It is good to have an old guy like Mike, I am an old guy too - so no disrespect, who has done the job many times. I am always happy to share my knowledge with others too if they are really interested. Keep up the good work on the restoration of Old Red and other machines.😀🇬🇧

[@brainiac_brian]

The best of your video is your friend sharing his knowledge! I'm 60 now. I've had some wonderful friends and mentors over the years. You are very blessed my friend!

[@hlwehlwe7106]

What a fortunate guy you are to have a mentor like Paul. He obviously knows his stuff and guides you through the necessary steps, as well as having the right equipment. Buy the man a beer 🙂

[@billgolcher2537]

I truly miss seeing your videos hope all is well and going ok with you and your family

[@everestyeti]

You need to ask Mike that before he leaves us for the scrap yard in the sky, that he leaves you the cylinder servicing rig in his will. From over here in the UK, an epic repair, thanks for sharing.

[@b.abrackus6403]

This guy has done some dangerous things in some of these videos...l thoroughly enjoy watching him work..and always admired his tackle anything attitude...That being said... every repair he makes is on a very HEAVY machine..and l worry about his safety and his poor back sometimes...l miss you and hope you are still with us buddy..

[@tellmesomething2go]

right. that lift cylinder was a little scary. and a couple other places, too.

[@williamhague2768]

Sweat Equity is tremendous. You save a buck, learn and get gratification by rescuing a really handy tool. You also gain the confidence and safety of knowing the machine and how it works. Splendid.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I do enjoy SWEAT EQUITY!!!

[@steelscooter]

Hydraulic cylinder repair and dogs? This must be Cutting Edge Engineering Australia. 😋 I enjoy the channel as I used to restore classic motorcycles and cars as a hobby until the arthritis in my back got too bad (from a motorcycle accident many years ago). I like that there is no BS or endless waffle on this channel either. Just a determined dude quietly going about his business bringing machinery back to life. 👍

[@MrBlack.]

Although I'm 72 now and have not lived on a farm since I was 17, I have not forgotten my youth in the way back time of the 1960s when I took apart old cars and tractors just to see how they worked and well... I was a very bored teenager and there's only so much jacking off to kill boredom, a lonely teenager living in the sticks can do. So I tinkered with machines in my off time too. (grins) I like the way you explain in simple terms what you are doing and why you are doing it, without talking down to your audience. I keep learning new stuff from you that I will NEVER put to practical use anymore... so think of me as the astral spirt beside you pointing and asking what's that? Why did you do that, how you gonna fix that mess, and so on. 🔧🛠 🚜 🚒🐍 You asked, I told. Happy wrenching.

[@lutemule]

As a certifide forklift driver I would at least change the main lift hoses as for those would fail it could mean a lot of damage and possibly getting hurt real bad. Nice to see the progress!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I agree..... there is a spot on both lift hoses that has rubbed through the outer rubber, and that could blow at some point!

[@tellmesomething2go]

good idea!

[@DancerOfClouds]

It's been great watching this old thing become alive again.Well done!

[@MikeStern1]

i like your channel because you bring order to chaos and you rage against entropy. Everyone wants to live in the clean and the orderly, but you dive into the dirt and rust and through your hard work, you make value where others have written it off.

[@brianjohnston7855]

You ask why I like your channel. At 72 years of age I can remember most of these machines in their prime. However I have never had any knowledge of how they work and, more to the point, how you work with such enormous components. I've done a bit of automotive maintenance and the like but never anything on this sort of scale! I still love learning new stuff, even if I'm never going to have a chance to use it. Keep up the good work!

[@padishar123]

Been watching you for about two years. I’m no stranger to tools but I’m a lousy mechanic. I’m good at everything else. I’d like to start doing machinery when I retire. I can learn a lot by watching people familiar with the industrial world and are good mechanics. I love fixing things and basically never buy anything new. So in that sense we are kindred souls. You just do bigger stuff than me at the moment.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Why are you waiting until you RETIRE to start working on machinery? Find a junk machine and start messing with it whenever you have some free time! Doesn't have to be a bull dozer! Don't Wait!

[@davidbutler1666]

I know next to nothing about machinery but I watch your channel because of your enjoyment in of the process.

[@thisolesignguy2733]

and...yet another reason Mike's a badass. Glad to see you back!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I couldn't agree MORE!! There are more of those reasons than I could put into words!

[@Ivc406]

Matt, watch this channel as I am retired and miss this type of work,I was a fabricator, in local shipyards, welding burning and structures, really miss it,take care,and don't take chances and keep you're work ethic regards🛠️🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@jontrudell7529]

I enjoy watching this channel because it's good to see a young guy like urself take an interest in SAVING this old antiquated machinery like u so often do. Keep on keeping on & I'll be here watching !

[@terryezzell7376]

I watch because I like to watch you bring these old machines back to life

[@denniskeuntjes6385]

Best channel on u-tube, was a old retired mechanic in the day, love to be there with you but physically can't. Thank you for your content! LOL DJK wis.

[@Spudforth]

When a work acquaintance was dying, without family but me to look after his affairs (!), and my Dad dying, while Mom was falling apart…… seeing you reassembling obscure, and neglected equipment brought order to my world. It makes me happy to see hard work bringing joy, instead of impotence.

[@arturovelazquez8022]

Did you stop doing videos? I really enjoy watching you work on your old rescues.

[@aaronbowling1590]

I love seeing you bring older equipment back to life and I learn by watching you and other's. Thanks for your service.

[@Opigoink]

Good job bringing this back to life. By the way a gas powered leaf blower will clean off the water on your engine also. Does a fantastic job.

[@spacemonkey2915]

Would an electric leaf blower work?

[@Opigoink]

@@spacemonkey2915 the reason I said gas powered is that they blow air harder then the electric ones, but you could use an electric one.

[@natecampbell4708]

The main reason I enjoy your channel is it's the closest I can come to actually doing the work myself. I'm 64 and now on permanent disability, and I did manual labor all my working life, & I really miss being able to do what you do. I also enjoy hearing you guys talking because it reminds me of me & my coworkers doing the same. Keep doing what you do & don't change a thing!

[@animekings4990]

It's fun watching you find ways of fixing things, running into problems and solving them in some way.

[@garyfeltus9801]

Old iron back to work. That is a better build machine than you can get today. Big shout out to Mike for helping you . That machine he has needs to be brought out of the weeds. Great video.

[@GrandsonofKong]

Most amazing part of this video was the Cylinder Repair Machine WORKED!! I thought for sure it was just parked there for scrap!!! Where's the electric for it even come from? Great job and help from Mike! Look forward to seeing the fuel tank, electrics ,etc all cleaned up and ready to go. Big Red needs a LIFT!

[@25vrd48]

The Hydraulic cylinder machine is worth a Fortune to the right person . Man I could have used that machine thousands of times . Great video the Hyster is gonna be a great forklift again .

[@christopherenoch4230]

Miss you, hope all is well.

[@jmonsted]

There's something very satisfying in seeing an old machine get saved from rusting away. Almost makes me want to make a museum of them (in the form of a workshop using old machines to fix other old machines).

[@peem1244]

Hi SW, I find your channel and your work fascinating. Partly because i've never worked with heavy machinery but mostly because i really enjoy learning. You and Mike make an awesome team. Watching you work quietly together and listening to you problem-solving is the best. I liked the servicing machine - a machine that uses a big cylinder to service big cylinders! I'd be tempted to wire brush the shyster and give it a coat of hard wax rather than repaint it, but that's just me i guess. Thanks for sharing. Stay safe and keep up the good work. :)

[@warbirdwf]

You and Andrew Camarata have to be the two hardest working folks with channels on KZbin. Any coincidence that you're both fit and lean? I'm always exhausted after watching your videos. Nice job bringing that old forklift back to life. Hopefully you get many more years or decades of service out of it.

[@theyorkshireworkshop]

One of the best channels to watch! Great long decent quality content!

[@willbaxter5272]

I stumbled across your channel when you were working on ol' Red in the barn. I've watched many, many of your videos since. From restoring anvils and vices to the skid-steer rescue and the old ford tractor/backhoe. I really enjoy the content. I am a fixit guy myself. I've been wrenching on cars/trucks/machines and working on houses, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities most of my life. Its cool to watch you work your way through things, take the time to figure out what's needed, and then fix/repair it properly and put things back to work. I love seeing old tools an equipment brought back to working order and then used like they should be used. Thanks for the entertainment and the education! Keep it up!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Thank you Will! I truly appreciate the compliment! I'm glad you enjoy the videos and can learn a thing or 2! Lot more to come!

[@JohnnyDee62]

I just like watching you do stuff--so much energy and good tips!! 👍🙏

[@dave1135]

I like this video in particular because your friend is imparting his knowledge onto you, so you can pass it on when you are older. This guy has probably forgot more than most of us know now.

[@shadoughbanned]

You alright man? We ain’t seen ya in awhile…

[@crazycarmo69]

Hopefully it is just because projects like his take time and nothing bad.

[@dennislooney2534]

I'm 57 and I grew up with old equipment. My dad never bought a new tractor in his life. Allways a fiver upper... Good work saving something that otherwise would be scrapped. I've got an old cletrac model F to get running!!!!

[@sedlstef4275]

Amazing work! Your channel is really relaxing. And it's awesome, how all pieces come together.

[@slytrader]

I enjoy watching these old high-quality machines being restored and not going to the scrap yard. They don't seem to make them as good anymore. This machine has a lot of life left in it and would be a shame to dis guard it. I like the old high-quality equipment. It gives one a quality of satisfaction to repair and save this old well-made equipment. Keep up the good work. Not to mention most of us individuals cannot afford to buy these quality machines new! So, if you want one this is the route you must take to get one.

[@gustavogarcia3515]

Answer to your question: I like your channel because you do interesting things; you either say interesting things or just remain silent; I love the sound of the tools; I love dogs; you don't have a script, you just do what you choose to do, it happens what is happens, you show that; you edit the video so the overall rithm is what I would call the proper one.

[@maltmakers]

Mike and you rebuilding the main cylinder was great to watch. He was sharing his knowledge and skills with you. Great video,thanks!!

[@rickwalling1148]

Was a neat cylinder repair machine. Would love to hear the story behind that was obtained! 👍👍👍👍

[@Makete100]

I am almost 70 years old and love helping others fix things or just watch and hand them tools. I used to help my neighbor work on cars/trucks, and otherwise just feel helpful. I can't be there with you but if I was I would be getting my hands dirty trying to be helpful. Keep it up and we will be there.

[@DetectingArizona]

You ok? Been getting anxious waiting for your next project. Hope all is well!

[@aermacchipuch8788]

I like your videos for three reasons: knowledge, tools, and success. Knowledge for knowing how to do it, tools for handling the tough jobs properly and the great feeling when it all comes together because you did it right.

[@ClintsHobbiesDIY]

It's been well over 2 months since this vid was posted. I hope it's just a busy summer for you and you and your family are well.

[@jojo1308716]

I really think you need an old crimping machine to fix up so you can then start making your own hydraulic lines

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I would LOVE to find one in need repair! If you or anyone can find me one, I'll happily do a video restoring it and setting up a hydraulic crimping station here in the shop!

[@sshep7119]

The machine is cheap, the real cost is in the dies, the fittings, and the line.

[@davidmunro1469]

Mike is a caterpillar expert and a living encyclopedia. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@eric_seguin]

Hey man, I got a alligator that needs taming. Think you can handle it? Damn dude, you'll tackle anything. Great work, great video, cool forklift. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Send it on over! I'd be happy to WHIP it into shape!

[@roysayers5444]

@@SalvageWorkshop p

[@Melw44]

I like how you are not afraid to dive in and save these old machines. You show what you are working on and say what you are thinking. Thanks for the great videos.

[@donrobitzsch3900]

Where you at ? Pray all’s going well!

[@orgcoast5990]

I enjoy watching a mechanic that knows what he is doing, is not afraid to admit that he doesn't know everything, and is willing to improvise. You and Andrew Camarata in NY have those traits a plenty.

[@mohdhalimamat1147]

The cylinder servicing rig need to be saved from the woods

[@swirekster]

it's actually not a machine but old forest deamon :V

[@MakarovFox]

save and fix so they can used properly

[@gundam8655]

yes the cylinder servicing rig needs to be saved and moved to the workshop!

[@alcopower5710]

Prolly no room inside.....if that’s the case I’d at least put a carport over it

[@ramosel]

Exactly the words that floated through my head too!

[@RuneLar]

I like your videos because they accurately show how long and difficult the work to restore these machines actually is. I love a "Will It Run?" as much as the next guy, but there is something about seeing the whole, real process.

[@LtcSpray]

Sir, With your attention to detail Makes the videos' well worth watching , Keep up the great work , And just fyi if you buy the cylinder machine if Mike will sell it ! Not many people do rebuilds anymore

[@maxdillon9704]

I know ,I did that kind of work on forklifts for 37 years in the heat of lumber yards and in cold unseated warehouses. He’s doing a great job.

[@williamfindspeople4341]

Where would man be without his hammer. Pays to have great friends too.

[@emviondesign]

lol!!!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I prefer a LARGE selection of hammers.... Never know when you need a BIGGER one! Or maybe a weird one!

[@kennydean2595]

Enjoy watching someone with knowledge repair things without all the lastest and greatest tools. You're doing a great job.

[@bataviawillem1]

The stud you welded on is coated with zinc dichromate, that will give you a poor weld because the zinc will alloy with the weld puddle. Never use coated hardware if you weld it, further the weld prep is very small this should be a full pentation weld.

[@ronaldheit196]

Yup, a bezel cut.

[@dextermuir7882]

Operator here, years ago, of a 1930s solid-tyred Aveling Barford lift. Great to see old stuff lasting!

[@Llama613]

In the future when you weld anything together you need to grind bevels on both pieces and fill the gap with weld. The end of the bolt should have been ground to look like a cone. Reason being the weld basically sticks to the outside surface of the metal on both sides. It doesnt penetrate passed the weld prep like most beginners think.

[@KarateSensei71]

I do not think I have seen anyone do more with less than you can. You seem fearless and what you do not know you just figure out. Love the courage and passion you have for salvaging old stuff that 99.99% of people would just crush. I have a 1959 Allis Chalmers D17 and a 1959 IH Drott 4 in 1 track loader that I keep up. Lots of ideas on rebuilding parts on my own equipment that need attention from watching your videos.

[@MrCarl312]

There is degreaser for pressure washer. Tractor supply sells it. It works very well. Oven cleaner is pretty caustic.

[@richarddeboer6112]

That old fellow is one smart guy with a head full of knowledge to teach you

[@garyhunter6030]

I have an old saying if you can't fix it with a hammer , get a bigger hammer. Great video< I always wondered how they redid the cylinder seals.

[@ianderbyshire384]

If you can't fix it with a hammer, you have an electrical problem

[@anytractorman]

Nice job on the cylinders!

[@timofeyserikof8397]

It is an amazing feeling of satisfaction to observe how an old machine, which has stood for an unknown number of years in oblivion, suddenly begins to come to life, acquire its original image and return forgotten functions. Great, just great!! Great respect for your work !!

[@teddythomas281]

Where is "Old Red" dude? Where ya been? Hope you didn't get hurt.