Rescuing an Abandoned 1950's Crawler Loader, Buried in the woods! (Save or Scrap??)

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[@DieselCreek]

Check out Sam's Video of the D8 and 977 he bought here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3jIamuQd9GNgsU

[@NeonCityPfunk]

I gotta admit, it is gorgeous all you need now is alot of elbowgrease and some old time TLC Almost forgot! hell'alot of beer and laughs. you could do it slowly and maybe you'll find a donor

[@kirdot2011]

Poison ivy?! Since when Matt knows his plants as well as he knows his machinery?!

[@stevejette2329]

Uhhh ... Diesel Creek ... uhhh ... can we talk ... about this ... 'equipment' ... ?

[@ethanbailey4382]

What happened to your old high loader I believe it was a 977 as well that you built the ROPS for?

[@fakshen1973]

You are definitely Captain-Save-A-Back-Hoe.

[@pauldiesel4582]

Matt, I think would be great to see some follow up on some of your Richie Bros purchases such as the Cummins Van and such. Thanks for all your great content!

[@jeffcard3623]

Matt, you have such a fantastic attitude! Your positive outlook, determination, and work ethic is why you can accomplish whatever you set your sights on. Keep it up!

[@DieselCreek]

I appreciate that!

[@neilkratzer3182]

Those hd6 were really popular back in the day. My dad for the time were really top notch machines and some of the easiest to run.

[@klpepmk]

Matt, you have such a phenomenal disposition! Your uplifting perspective, assurance, and hard working attitude is the reason you can achieve anything that you put your focus on. Keep it up!

[@Tom1k9]

Got to say, although i love every one of your video's, this is probably the most excited i've been about a resurrection of yours. This is the true spirit of bringing a machine back from the dead. Not only dragging it out from 50 years worth of undergrowth, but the fact it's so unqiue in how it's got a backhoe, combined with the absolutely awesome shot of the 2 old machines holding it in the air whilst it was loaded up, i honestly can't wait to see a series bringing this thing back to life. Keep up the amazing work Matt, cheers for the continued thorough entertainment

[@kenc1800]

This is GOOD Saturday…..got my coffee, breakfast in hand and Diesel Creek Matt recovery! I saw the poison ivy right away…..I hope you and your camera crew are not sensitive to that NASTY STUFF! I love your determination, helping hands and your connections

[@jayr1757]

Same

[@Jd-trucking]

I absolutely love how you save this old equipment it’s so exciting

[@TF856]

"Marty T" does a lot of abandoned recoveries and Resurrections.

[@nigelgrant9693]

Matt.what apple.of.crap we got a good laugh. Fun

[@stevejette2329]

OK, but ... "pretty rough" ... is his understatement.

[@Randys_Relics]

Similar situation to the D2 track loader I just drug home! Sitting for 50 plus years as well. Looks like the old Allis is a lot less worn out than the Cat I have. Great video as always and good luck with the project! 👍

[@Bret4207]

I enjoy your vids Randy! Keep working guy, you're doing great!

[@johnking8679]

Matt, a word of caution to you about the use of chains when removing a heavy vehicle under extreme load !! I heard of a case where the chain snapped and severed a man's leg below the knee when it whipped back like a whip !! PLEASE do NOT stand SO CLOSE to the chain when it is under load !! I would hate anything to happen to you !! Remember, it's SAFETY FIRST !!

[@IIIIIIIOOOOIIIIIIII]

Absolutely 👍

[@RomanovDA]

There was a fun episode about it in Mythbustets. Gotta see😊

[@SweedSleds95]

Safety third! As always.

[@jimmungai1938]

Whenever we would use a chain or a cable like you’re talking about pulling heavy loads on it a couple different spots on the chain or cable lay a carpet over top of it. If it does snap, it will greatly reduce its energy not to say it’s gonna be perfectly safe, but it helps is Jim mungai from Kennerdell Pennsylvania.

[@martinwenger6051]

Chains are much safer then cables and ropes, still better stand back

[@timmydrake9125]

Matt, I read comments in amazement I’m a lot like you in respect of dealing with equipment on a daily basis. People please tell me something I don’t know

[@dereksmith1803]

About halfway into the loading process, I found myself starting to sing Matt's "Come with me, and you will see, a ton of OSHA violations" song. 😊 Hopefully you didn't pay more than half its weight in scrap is worth because I fear that may be where you're headed with this one.

[@DieselCreek]

$500

[@2xKTfc]

@@DieselCreek Well at least the video made the $500 back in revenue, even if not the two days spent messing with it already. And for the guy, getting $500 is a lot better than paying someone $500 to get rid of it. Not a bad deal, even if it ain't running no more.

[@DieselCreek]

@Fitbridges yah… and you could prob learn more from working on this old girl

[@ianmcgranaghan9888]

That shake hands with danger part had me rolling over laughing

[@themoondoggie1]

Really enjoyed this video like so many others at Diesel Creek. It's fascinating, a real treat to watch you bring old machinery back to life. Thanks

[@CoryTheesfeld]

Hope your hand is ok. I know that hurts. Don't hurt yourself, Matt. I like your videos.

[@madatlas3806]

I showed this video to my OSHA rep, and he started showing signs of distress. You've made a fan out of me for life!

[@ksw501]

Would love to see Matt starting a Diesel Creek summer camp so us guys who love this sort of stuff could live out our dreams for a week or so…

[@gd515051]

Summer camp for adult men lol!

[@jacobbuckley8232]

Funny thing is people would actually go to the camp lol

[@jhid1441]

I have problems replacing the spark plugs on my car but would definitely go to Diesel Creek summer weekend camp!

[@Myrddin1955]

I'd be well up for that and i'm in the UK!

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

Can't imagine the cost for insurance for such an event!! Sue happy world!! If you don't sue, your insurance will sue to recoup their loss!

[@brekeen8162]

Love 11pm diesel creek videos. Hey from Australia.

[@thecornishwildcamper]

I love watching you rescue old equipment like this and getting them running its why i watch your channel

[@junkyardsearcher6407]

Great video! My grandfather had a teramatic 1000, I think by Case. Either way, the bucket loaders in this video remind me of the good times we had logging and building roads with that. I seriously hope that this is not a lost cause.

[@redfearnteal6896]

Matt, you need to take more precautions when standing beside a chain, cable, or hawser when a loads placed on it. If that chain had let go, it could have done your legs some serious damage.

[@donaldjordan8989]

A show of hands, how many at the beginning of the move said to yourself your gonna need a bigger chain! Keep em coming Matt 👍

[@STEALTH_NiNJ4]

Finally another video so soon can't wait for your videos so excited, thank you Matt♥️

[@Biggs58]

I am jealous, I love that and it is still in the trees. You are the right person for this job. Look forward to more videos on the crawler.

[@herbcraven7146]

Last time I saw a track loader with a backhoe, it was my old Tonka track loader from the 70's. This one looks like a long shot to get back in working order, but the kid in me is rooting for it.

[@nelsonglass6]

I was amazed you pick it up the way you did… I watch lots of video. Where that goes wrong… amazing

[@pacificcoastpiper3949]

It’s hilarious how your dog isn’t even remotely phased by a big dozer. And just casually trots along behind it

[@terrykeppler4253]

My dog ran the dozer

[@DieselCreek]

He was riding on sams D8 with me lol

[@pacificcoastpiper3949]

@@DieselCreekfarm dogs. Eh Matt?😅😂😂😂😂

[@corydriver7634]

@@DieselCreek😂

[@kirdot2011]

He must be patially deaf or something...since that tractor is really loud

[@williambradford1467]

Matt, I hope you decide to dig into this one further. I realize it may lead to just being MORE sure that it's scrap. Nevertheless, it would be interesting to watch, particularly on the off chance of success. The retrieval and loading on this episode were instructive and a bit surprising -- I didn't expect even the two machines to be able to lift the crawler so readily. Your videos are always a great mix of surprise, entertainment, and education. Thanks for that!

[@AutoCrete]

My heart sank when I heard "HD". About 50 years ago we had a 10ish year old AC HD21 on site. AC said it was equal to a D8. every one said it was because it weighed like a D9 and pushed like a D7. In 3rd high range that old 21 would would go so fast the tracks didn't touch the top rollers. It was OK for pushing Cat 619's though, just not very fast.

[@bigdogcountrymusic7146]

Just look at how well that Truck handled that Trailer with all that Weight on it! Awesome Video!

[@mdouglaswray]

This one looks pretty tough! That recovery was brutal, scary to watch for sure!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Undercarriage is basically brand new but the chain is Rusted solid I think this Unit will run and move again chrome on the cylinders not good though 29:50 @Diesel Creek

[@jonathanwhitfield1104]

That looks like alot of fun! Good luck..

[@bobkonigsberg6907]

Kind of funny. Even after years of watching you rescue equipment, there are still moment of breathless anticipation as you try.

[@haroldchoate7497]

Looks like a boat anchor to me! I look forward to what you decide to do with this machine.

[@karen7366]

You look like a boat anchor

[@godfreypoon5148]

@@karen7366 You both look like boat anchors!

[@nikolaikalashnikov4347]

@@karen7366 You sound like a Karen.

[@karen7366]

@@godfreypoon5148 least I’m not old like him

[@scottbruner9266]

Can we please get a round of applause for that old Cat 977? It dead-hauled that other machine straight out of it's grave!🎉

[@copano2012]

I think this one was planted! 😂

[@patrikpersson9446]

Absolute superb content scrap or not. love to see old warriors been saved.

[@markbehr88]

Good luck getting it going. Enjoyed the video.

[@f4phone104]

I had the Tonka version of that thing when I was in 1st grade. Loved it...wonder where it is now 🤔

[@lawrencelipon8673]

👍👍👍👍👍👌Absolutely a double wow finding, getting it out of the bush and getting it back to your property, you and Sam work great together, and as always great video , very interesting content thanks for sharing your projects and knowledge……priceless!!!

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks 👍

[@MagentaRV]

My father used to operate the local landfill in the town I grew up in 40 years ago with a 977. Many machines including a 650, 750, and a D8 with a pony motor that never ran so the machine had to be push started with something else or parked on the hill came through that landfill for him to pick from and use and he always ended up back on that old 977. One of the most solid machines ever.

[@ronsilva516]

I think it’s amazing how you are Abel to bring these machines back to life 👍👍👍👍👍😃😃😎

[@chcknmr]

I still cannot wait to see this machine up and running doing all sorts of digging including with its backhoe part. I think this whole thing should be brought back to life.

[@chcknmr]

Someone please let me know if any current info on this gets released. I would much appreciate it.

[@Negiku]

@@chcknmr Seems like nothing have been done yet. Hope to see it soon.

[@rustysparks8645]

Great rescue, the sketchy loading of the crawler on to your trailer was most impressive. Definitely worth a 'thumbs up'. 👍👍

[@allenbo8234]

Did I hear you right? Somebody sold that to you. I would have thought they would have given it to you just to get it out off the property.

[@Notsofatamerican]

Hats off to the inventor of the chain.

[@dyannejohnson6184]

Amazed , absolutely amazed. At what broke free

[@allensnook7760]

Good luck with this one matt,my prayers are for you but hoping luck is on ur shoulder.snooky pa.

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Great stuff!! What a lovely wee machine that's going to make when done. The 977 is an absolute unit!

[@volvobrynk]

I have NO idea, why you want that thing and I hope it run. But keep to it, and then i wait for the next thing. I only gave it a like, because i have so much respect for your attitude toward this things.

[@rogerjessie4137]

Great video good luck with ole Betsy !

[@thomassalgert9976]

I like your work to rescue the old good maschines.

[@robertvannicolo4435]

Matt you brought up some good and bad memories on this one I bought a hd6 out of a quarry that sat for 25 to 30 years surprisingly got it started and ran but had to replace almost everything from undercarriage to steering clutch main clutch steering brakes ujoints in that short drive shaft and many hydraulic lines and seals its dedicated parts machine at best

[@andrewkoetz3933]

Matt; you should contact a company that supplies chain for wreckers; i.e. 5/8 grade chain for these big recoveries.

[@kevinmurray7135]

Looks a little rough but you don’t know till you look right Matt so far so good 👍😎🇺🇸 NY

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Always A good time When there are goodies Hidden in trees that are that Over grown and bushy Matt 0:48 @Diesel Creek

[@donaldstevenson2475]

Matt: As your friend does when getting another new piece of equipment he uses a pressure washer and cleans it off before getting too involved, check with Andrew he does this as it makes all stuff show where it's leaking .

[@richardmendham5278]

I was surprised at how [relatively] easily it came out! I'm one of your newbies and I LOVE it1

[@high1voltage1rules]

Looking forward to the second part buddy 👍💯👍

[@jrevillug]

Matt doing something dodgy and singing "shake hands with danger" is just too perfect.

[@busman46]

One of the Best Intros to a video ever. Love that diesel sound and them toot toots. After you say your good byes at the end you could shoot the truck leaving going away from the camera, loaded down with the 977 of course.

[@mdemers767]

That Caterpillar does too have AC! It has what is known as a 1D+Wmax AC system. You open the One Door, and the Window, and drive it at max speed.

[@sh4ne89]

Love the video Matt! Loving the realistic timelines and questions by the camera guy makes it more real! 👌👍

[@andrewthornbury8844]

Great recovery Matt I liked how you were trying to convince yourself it wasn't a complete wash after getting it back to the farm and fiddling with it. Hopefully at least break even on it. Also I might know of some old iron that would be in your wheelhouse.

[@Diebog]

I so want that F-450! I have a E99 7.3 which I love but would also love to have that 450👍. Maybe some day.

[@scottleininger6201]

That was really a job getting that ring out of there Matt. I hope you will be able to get it running.

[@FrankesMotorPharmacy]

This video exemplifies the term "brute force and ignorance" in the removal of that crawler loader

[@cuburabeograd]

Oh I cant wait for you to start working on this one! So excited!

[@scubaman2546]

The climate around this part of Canada and United states fosters insane vegitative growth. I was born in 1970. Surely, that's not too long ago. Is it? Uh... yeah. It is! I'm almost caught up with this channel. Fantastic content. 🤖

[@MrAluntus]

LOL - "I'm feeling better about this thing by the second" - famous last words. Good luck with this one, Matt.

[@MarvinHowell-k4u]

Looking forward to seeing you get this one up and running😊

[@alecbell5453]

I would have given up a long time ago. You are fascinating to watch in the UK…

[@TheRoguelement]

So you guys don't go in and spend 30 minutes cutting it back clearing around it to see what you have or what your doing you just cowboy it .. .. Bravo fellas your a real couple of wizbangers ...

[@johnlottes7440]

Yet another Ole iron rescue and "project", I love 'em. Keep them comin Matt.

[@mr.freise7982]

keep on savin them old gals.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

I played with the old HD5's that had the 2-71's and did the quarry with a Fat allis 7G-B loader. The 77 sounded like an old rear steer 966 I inherited from a truck driver that was killing hisself on it, so I loaded and he drove.And I never knew that BUDA made the old motors. They were tough. God Bless!

[@clutchSA]

I m gonna enjoy seeing how you take it off the trailer and give it a good hose down. Nice find and video

[@williammurfin6354]

Quote of the year. " Yes I know its overloaded but were only going 3 mile, so its legal" Mint!!!!!. At least you didn't finish with " trust me I'm a doctor!" 😁😁

[@OhioHillTopsHobbyFarm]

Awesome loading skills, looked pretty slick! Looking forward to watching to dive into this project. Take care~Dave

[@tommyhanlon8012]

Cool, Looking forward to seeing diagnosis and hopefully positive prognosis Matt 😁

[@ChemoSalami]

I lost it at the shake hands with danger! Lol that's why they call me three finger joe!

[@MickOhrberg]

"If it's stupid but it works, it's still stupid - it just happens to work" 😁

[@graemewoodruff9988]

Interesting video Matt, thanks for your work!!

[@bluegrallis]

@ 38:33, FYI, back is Wide open throttle, forward is idle.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Wow its been parked there for 50 years that is crazy the year I was Born lol 1973 0:50 @Diesel Creek

[@bjduhon1528]

Bet you get her running can't wait

[@jmsmaxwell]

Some old equipment casn sit for a very long time and shock the hell out of you when you timker with it and free up a few things then they start up. Some need a little more attention but then become your favorite piece of equipment. Good luck with this old girl and getting her to preform again!

[@jimbrewer2893]

I felt it when you hit your finger!! Damn that hurt! This one looks like it may be headed to the scrap yard.

[@gitt24]

This is the reason i continue to watch this channel. Matt, tear into this old Allis!

[@deernutOO]

Sam's crawler loader sure sounds great. Awesome!! Think I would be balancing the chains on both crawlers with equal force to not pull sideways on the loader. Look forward to when you get back at it again. Looks fun and interesting for you and for us.

[@clintonsmith9931]

Those old buckets are tough They will be around a hundred years from now.

[@t.alanblain6313]

You really are a glutton for punishment. I love it! Best of luck.

[@papabearcamaro]

Can't wait for more of this machine! 👍

[@FrankWilliams-wi7ti]

Try this one more time. I'd like the hat you wore or are wearing in this episode .

[@ronzezulka6646]

Hey Matt,,if anyone can get er going it's you. Love yer videos,,especially the crane ones. Still coveting your shop/ man cave.

[@michtrucker]

I like your videos… it’s hard to believe everyone still has all their fingers and toes…

[@richh6790]

Hi Matt, I felt sure this video would be one for your rendition of "Pure Imagination" (OSHA Regulations) but alas it wasn't to be...but we did get a new "Shake Hands With Danger" teaser...thanks! Hope you manage to revive this beast...and as others have mentioned, I'm sure we would watch a 2 hour video, so don't get too hung up on the length of them (though I'm sure the editing is a pain!). Cheers, Rich.

[@MaxPower-nw8id]

I had to look up "Shake hands with danger". What a weird and hilarious rabbit hole that was. I see that everyone in the construction industry has seen it more than once.

[@wayneguy1965]

can't wait for next video on this one Matt.

[@nelsonmattoon150]

Just love when you find old iron and try to save them

[@randybrown2642]

Not sure if anyone mentioned but that American Bosch psb injection pump is likely stuck and if you did get the engine to turn youre almost guaranteed to twist the head right off the pump. Very hard to get parts for also.