The Old Cat Quit RIGHT THERE! ~ DAY 5 ~ RARE 1954 Cat No.6 Shovel FORGOTTEN in a BARN

Today is Day Five of working on Big Bad John! I had a couple of new hydraulic hoses made, so we will work on getting the old ones out and the new ones in. I'm ready to get this machine digging again! Keep watching until the end to see a few more AMAZING discoveries I made for this old beast!
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The DAY by DAY Video PLAYLIST for the REVIVAL of this Rare Caterpillar No.6 Shovel and all of it's videos can be found HERE: • RARE Caterpillar Track...
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I recently discovered this 60+ year old Caterpillar No 6 Shovel that has been sitting for 15+ years at a farm beautifully parked under a barn! Apparently they parked it one day due to a scare with a tree they were pushing down, and it hasn't moved since!Grandpa has honored me with the privilege of bring this old beast back to life, & then BACK TO WORK!
Join me on the journey as I show you what it TRULY takes to get old machines running again without doing major harm in the process! It takes a little longer to do it this way, but it's ALWAYS worth it!
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This will be a little different than normal content, because my plan is to create a new video of the progress I make on the old machine as each day passes. We'll see how this goes, but I'd love to know your thoughts on the different content style, and if you are willing to follow along! Join me as I take you along on my journey through the many ups and downs of this project! I feel honored to be taking on this project, and I truly hope you enjoy the process and progress as we get this OLD CAT to ROAR once again.
Thanks as always for watching and following along with all my crazy adventures here on Salvage Workshop, I TRULY appreciate it! Please enjoy! I know I did!
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0:50 - New flappers
2:30 - Taking out the hydraulic hoses
8:27 - Making new hydraulic hoses
9:00 - Opening the fill ports
13:00 - Putting in the new hydraulic hoses
13:48 - Bringing in the excavator
22:40 - Something is smoking
25:35 - Firing up the pony motor
30:00 - The great great grandson of the original owner takes the machine for a drive
31:35 - The new lower hydraulic hose was damaged upon insertion
35:00 - Replacing the fuel filters
42:30 - Checking the thermostats
44:13 - Looking for the arm rest for Big Bad John
46:00 - A few other barn discoveries
54:00 - Day Five is in the books and upcoming plans
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Check out this machine's younger brother, OLD RED. The FULL playlist for the Caterpillar 955 TraxCavator can be found here: • 1950's CATERPILLAR 955...
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If you have any suggestions, questions, or comments, please leave them below! Thanks for stopping by, I truly appreciate your support!
#DiamondINTheRough #CaterpillarNo6Shovel #SalvageWorkshop

[@joebroz9006]

Just to confirm, I’m a senior citizen, 83 years who thoroughly loves your presentations. While you are working I can easily relate and it brings back many pleasant memories. How much I used to enjoy working on machinery. You do a great job with you commentary and photography. I look forward to your shows every week and am sorry when they finish. I would like to see more and am disappointed when you skip a week, sometimes several weeks! Keep it up wish I was there helping you. I’m amazed at your knowledge of all these things. Looks like “Big Bad John” is a total winner!

[@wlstevens8555]

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[@busterkeaton3144]

Heavy Equipment Mech.Ed here... Simply loosen the hose at cylinder end with a pipe wrench rotate hose away from spark plug and then retighten hose securing the new rotated position.

[@richardjones5255]

This miniseries is a darned sight better than Netflix, that is for sure. The machine only needs what I call normal service and in-service parts. The comments give good food for thought on the thermostats, I have never seen ones that are normally open at 'normal' room temperatures, and I suspect no one else has either. That said, the parts treasure hunt has been rewarding and a great source of entertainment. Thank you for filming, editing and putting this one out.

[@jjryansea]

I know absolutely nothin about big Cat iron, but that makes your rehabbing these beautiful yellow beasts that much more fascinating.

[@waynetrain8033]

I’m glad , I’m not the only one that enjoys watching you get these “Big Tonka Toys “ to come alive . This machine seems to have been,well maintained, bonus to you

[@gayle4804]

The year I was born 68 years old ! I will always watch your video! Love old machines!

[@xcavator50]

I’m a 71 year old heavy equipment operator/ Vietnam 137th Engineer veteran who got hooked when a local dozer operator, Dave Catena, gave me a ride on his D6 cable blade, I learned on the old Cats with lever/brake steering.

[@AndyM.]

If Lovin' this channel is wrong then, BY GOD, I don't wanna be right!!!!

[@andrewmacleod620]

DUDE those wound string fuel filters were a trip! They look exactly like a home water filter that you can plumb in. Having a viewer send you those NOS ones was awesome! I'm totally geeking out on these videos! My dad owns a bit of machinery for his tree service and I grew up helping him work on his stuff and get old equipment running that he would buy. I agree with the other comments about measuring a hyd hose from mating face to mating face, so you'll have the right length regardless of what ends are on them. I also think "Buster Keaton" has the right idea with just rotating the hose fittings a little bit, that might put a little twist in the hose, enough that it clears the pony spark plugs. Also, for removing those screws on the top of the radiator: WD-40 is not a great penetrating lube! I do like the penetrating spray they make, but the original stuff isn't great for braking loose old rusted fasteners.

[@anthonyjames7100]

I absolutely love the channel. These beautiful old machines deserve to be rescued and enjoyed by newer generations. Channel content is spot on. Keep the revival series videos coming.

[@andygivens1025]

yes please more, and more. old heavy equipment in multiple episodes!

[@GaryPArmstrong]

This crawler has been well looked after. What a steal!

[@davecaron1213]

When I arrived at Ching Chuan Kang Air Base in Taiwan in the middle 60’s it was a bare base, 24 tents, 12 revetments and a Butler building. Then the contractors arrived to build a complete base. I still remember arriving for work every morning and hearing the “putt, putt, putt” sound of all the pony motors as they fired up their Cats for the day’s work. Thank you for the memory.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

That is awesome! Nothing like the sound of a pony motor! Thank you for your service Dave! I truly appreciate it!

[@kenhart6330]

I wish my dad was here to watch your videos about repairing and restoring the No 6 shovel. As I told you he used to work the D6 Dozer in the early 1950s. I'm betting that he would have loved to watch everything you're doing. I myself am enthralled watching you because of how much he told me about working the D6. I'm sure that if you put thermostats into hot water it will open then put them into cold water it should then close back up. But if they're cold they won't open until the water temperature is at working temperature. Hope this helps you to save some money. Good luck from the UK🇬🇧.

[@Jammer.1]

Finding all those extra parts really tops this one off ! Hell yeh numbers 2 & 3 Where all ready !

[@sc1338]

I have a soft spot for old machines especially cats 😂

[@inspector8572]

The thermostats work like this. When the heat is applied the bronze doughnuts move up unblocking the passageway… so says my wife, SAE Mechanic and NAPA parts specialist of 30 years. She also was a hydraulic hose builder too… I trust her opinion on everything older and most things newer.

[@CaptainRon13]

Thank you, Captain Obvious

[@mischef18]

Yep every video a gem bro, you and Matt over at diesel creek have a gift of being able to bring old earthmoving equipment back to life and be used as intended and not go to the scrapyard. Safe travels

[@SalvageWorkshop]

That is true, and we're both named Matt!

[@mischef18]

Must be something in the name then.

[@fastvelz]

@@mischef18 Don't forget Matt of @Pacific Hillbilly, working on his D4

[@mischef18]

Never seen that one sorry but watched Matt from salvage workshop an hour ago working on his Cat No 6 shovel. Must be something in the water these Matt's drink.

[@tbhorse1970]

newer equipment is not always than the old ones. Thank you.

[@walterrobbins4470]

It’s always good to drop new parts in the dirt to keep them from feeling too fancy. You don’t want them to get delusions of grandeur

[@MikeBaxterABC]

I had that kind of flapper on my old tractor, and i still put a coffee can over it :)

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Lol... i will probably do the same as well! Lol

[@bobbalbirnie2478]

Love all of your content but especially enjoy the "rescue" of the old machines, I spent many a day as a youngster with my dad out in the field, either working these machines or working on them as he did major repairs for ranchers, loggers and road builders in the area. So nice to see one that has been so well cared for going to someone that can keep it up,. Please keep them coming if you are able, this channel should have a million subscribers, it is pure gold! Since they had the original manual for the machine, I was thinking they may have an auxiliary tool listing for whatever came with it at the time, keep looking it is a treasure hunt!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I appreciate the support Bob! I truly enjoy the rescues as well! I haven't found the manual yet, but i really hope we find those! Worst case, there are quite a few on ebay!

[@bige.3474]

@@SalvageWorkshop My wife and I have watched so many of your videos along with other rescue channels that I'm pretty sure she could now rebuild a diesel by herself.

[@amritpatel3794]

Old is Gold.

[@kevinscudamore2711]

That cat engine was purring 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@merlepatterson]

Those thermostats are different temp values and normally only one opens (at around 185 degrees) and the other opens when engine demand heats up to allow more flow (around 195 degrees). Those appear to be stuck open. At least that's the way someone once explained it on a video I watched in the past. Also, when you adjust the brake bands, make sure you set the band droop slack adjustment at the bottom of the bands (underneath the tractor). It should just look like a bolt with a locking nut. Just loosen the locking nut and turn the bolt in until it just bottoms out and then back off about 1 1/2 to 2 turns. (Should show the setting in the book) It will prevent gravity wear on the top of the brake bands.

[@edhoran1709]

Pretty sure you can take the thermostats apart to clean the shafts that push the valves open. You'll need to confirm that they work properly after getting them back together. D-17000's in RR engines ( the motor I'm familiar with) had 4 per motor. On a D-17000, the service manual says to take a piece of 1 1/4' pipe, 2" long and cut 2 slots, 180 degrees apart, 5/8" wide X 1/2" deep in each side. Place the tool on the bottom of the thermostat and use a bench vise to release the straps that hold the valve plate in in place. Don't lose the rubber disc that seals the piston in the "power element" or the thing that pushes the piston as the coolant heats up. Cat suggests using crocus cloth on the piston to clean it up and coat the piston with water pump lubricant when reassembling. To test heat a pan of water with the thermostat suspended in it. It should start to open around 175°F and be fully open at 185° F. The service manual states that during regular operation the thermostats are under greater pressure than atmospheric pressure and will open at 170° F. I realize there might be size difference between what you have and a V-8 Cat, but the thermostats are very similar in construction. You might find that using a smaller dia. pipe for your pusher will work for you. Good luck with it. That's a sweetheart of a survivor. Should last another 50 years with some TLC.

[@jameslindley924]

Might be a good idea to Get yourself an ABC Powder Fire Extinguisher !!!!!!!! - ABC Powder you can use on any type of fire- though Powder does make a mess!! All Track Loaders by their nature accumulate Oil in the Belly Plate which is a Serious Fire Risk !! - We Always had 2 x ABC Powder Extinguishers handy when working on the them - 955H,955K, 955L X 2 and a 977L.

[@handyhippie6548]

we had an old d6 with a dozer blade that we used on the farm to push dirt into our huge trash pits behind the barn. dad had a guy come out with a big ole excavator and dig a couple of holes that were 15' deep, and about 25' across. we threw all of our trash, fallen branches, moldy hay and straw and other junk wood into them to burn, and every so often we would push a little bit of the dirt that was piled up next to the holes from digging them into the hole to cover up the mess in order to help keep the rats under control. he bought it really cheap because one of the front track wheels had a bad bearing that would screech when we used it, but since that wasn't very often, dad said it wasn't worth the cost and effort to replace it, so we just kept pumping the grease to it and tried to ignore the bearing crying. it worked like that for 10+ years till dad quit farming in the late 80's and sold the dozer, an 8n and a 9n, the tillage and planting equip. and the acreage. we kept a 706 to push snow, and i used it with a 12' boom i made to help me scrap out junk vehicles and farm machinery i dragged home to resell. i could pull the high mounted engine out of a self propelled combine with that tractor and boom no problem.

[@nferraro222]

There's a very old-school tool that works beautifully for removing stubborn screws. I don't know the name, but it's a cam-action screwdriver that you strike with a hammer. With your collection of old tools, you probably know what I'm talking about and just didn't have it on-site. If you don't - you need one. They are rock-simple and will break ANY screw loose, as long as you have the right bit installed, grip it tight, and pre-torque the body as hard as you can, before striking it. I've used it many times stubborn screws - it would've blown those overflow screws right out. Love the content and I am always glad to see these old machines brought back into service.

[@patrickthomas6170]

Impact driver

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Yeah I have a couple of them... I just didn't have one in my machine rescue kit!

[@anthonybarnett7181]

Smaller hoses will just slow everything down. But they need to be the same size on each side if the lower ones are 3/4 and it needs to be three quarters on both sides , or one cylinder will be working faster or harder than the other cylinder causing stress on all the pins.

[@ryancoates4054]

very true

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Yeah that makes sense... i think my plan will be to totally lift the arms, then measure how long those hoses NEED to be so they won't break something when its fully extended... then i plan to find the shortest fitting we can get and then get the hoses made based on that... i do agree the two sides need to be the same to operate properly!

[@BrainHurricanes]

@@SalvageWorkshop Maybe a silly idea, would it be possible to cut up a piece of big gardenhose to testfit the right length, and moving up and down using the excavater to see if the hose does't touch anything ? Anyway good luck !

[@ncphenom2309]

I think the smaller hose is the rerun so it shouldn’t affect the speed of it raising. Just slow down lowering.

[@Craneman4100w]

@@SalvageWorkshop Good plan and use the larger hoses

[@SeattlePioneer]

Women rescue cats MEN rescue cats, too. My favorite part of the video was getting the exhaust flapper painted and installed. It looks BRILLIANT!

[@normmcrae1140]

From a Hydraulic guy - The Diameter of the hose won't affect anything about the usability of the bucket except for how FAST the bucket moves. Preferably use the smaller hose on the PRESSURE side (when you lift the bucket). How MUCH the bucket can lift is in a direct proportion to the PRESSURE, and the diameter of the hose doesn't affect that at all. The SPEED of the bucket depends on FLOW - and that IS affected by the diameter of the hose. One thing to watch for is how the hoses are Routed. Hoses rubbing anything is a BAD thing - as you've found out. Do your best to make sure that they don't rub anything, and you'll save yourself a LOT of heartache! CONGRATS on finding that grease tool! that thing will probably be a godsend to maintaining BOTH the old Cats! I expect they'll have the same fittings. And LOVING the format - GREAT watching you rescue old machines and putting them back to work. Just because they're old, doesn't mean that they aren't able to work!

[@keeperofthegood]

There is an ebay listing for Caterpillar (CAT) No. 6 Shovel PARTS CATALOG; August 1954 may be worth a look. Those thermostats are not just not on google for sale, they are not on google for pictures :O

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Yeah i saw those listings on ebay for the manuals... im hoping they have the originals, but if they don't, ill get a set on the bay! As far as the thermostats, i plan to convert it to a modern style... there more reliable, readily available, and i dont want to chance ruining this motor, plus youll NEVER see them from the outside!

[@keeperofthegood]

@@SalvageWorkshop yes modernize parts like those for sure, they were never made to last decades really. I really was wondering how they were intended to operate, open/close. I know current tech is, the wax gets hot, expands, and actuates an event. Given even two in there, are they even set to two different temperatures?

[@JoE_Songs]

before I even start watching the vid - of course you've found a diamond! lol. 900 hrs in 60+ years. well kept under a roof. she's in her spring. it's unreal how much equipment and original tools you've found. That's a find of a lifetime. so happy for you.

[@harley1969chuco]

I know very little about this type of machinery but when I see beauty this is IT thanks for sharing

[@tylerbarrett6652]

If you want a treat, pull up the song Big Bad John by Geoff Castalucci... It's only about 4 minutes long. LOVE these videos... I find most people who get these old CATs will build a roll cage or something if only to keep the sun off the back of the neck.

[@Opigoink]

Love watching you get this beauty back to working machinery. Great job.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

thanks for watching!

[@greenearth2009]

10:00 steering compartment under fuel tank at back of loader, not transmission fill. Put 30 w oil in it to level a dot on it, it works like a power steering when engage transmission to make it easier to pull steering levers. The steering clutches and brakes are dry, not in oil under fuel tank are the lids bolted to housing. Transmission fill is on top of transmission 20:48 see floor board near starting engine. Clutch compartment has a fill and check also on right side under starting engine, some older Cat's had dry clutches, your's will be oil clutch.

[@dannmohr5721]

Good series……continue on…..👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@naj370]

These type of (will it run) rescue videos are my favorite. Keep it up

[@mountainmangarage7572]

Me and a friend of mine couldn't lift the bucket on an old cat 88 but finally we realized that we had to pull the lever that lifts it and it lifts easy after that. It just allows the hydraulic fluid to flow through the cylinder which allows it to move easier.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

There were hoses disconnected on both cylinders when we were lifting.

[@mountainmangarage7572]

@@SalvageWorkshop Sorry my brain ain't working too great today 😂

[@gwpsr58]

@@SalvageWorkshop But you put plugs on the cylinders ... (Yes, I was yelling at the screen)

[@AugsterA]

Exactly!

[@jamiewolgemuth3450]

Always hydraulic fluid, oil, or gas everywhere on these projects.

[@davidpatterson5617]

Really enjoy these longer format rescue videos. I appreciate you taking time to film, edit, and share.

[@jbkbrand]

Very cool stuff. I’m 64, semi retired and cut my teeth on that stuff. I don’t know where you live or the time you have but I would give you my heart ❤️ if I could be there with you. You are bringing back some very fond memories for me. Times that I spent with my dad and grandpa. What I did on grandpa’s dozer was fabricate a manifold from aluminum where I could hard line the hydraulic’s to the cylinders. Yeah I know. It’s not era accurate but that’s how we learn and improve to where we are now. I was 12 years old at that time. Hi from Texas and I thank you

[@keithkilps8250]

Thanks for being our eyes and ears. Enjoyed.

[@marshallpoe8087]

My back fence neighbor is the Service Manager for the Boise Caterpillar dealer. If you can send me specific part/model/serial numbers of your D6 Shovel, I can pick his brain for relevant parts/docs/manuals.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Caterpillar No.6 Shovel Serial #10A415 with a D318 6cyl engine

[@marshallpoe8087]

@@SalvageWorkshop What year is that D6?

[@marshallpoe8087]

Also, there is a D6 Shovel Serial # 10A & up Parts Catalog for sale on Ebay for $17.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

@@marshallpoe8087 its a 1954

[@MrPossumeyes]

Big ups to you, Marshall. 👍

[@anthonywilson2346]

Keep them coming - I doubt if I will ever use a cat shovel in my window box but as they say no knowledge is ever wasted

[@whiteeagle58]

I have been watching since your first"Old Red" video and I will continue to watch until you complete "Old Red"

[@MsBettyswallox]

Brilliant, pleased there is another two machines to come 👍

[@peteanderson1714]

Been binge watching your rescues for the past couple weeks. great stuff

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Glad you have been enjoying the channel Pete! I appreciate the support! Lots more to come!

[@richardgreen7811]

What makes sense for that guage is that, you are correct, it's a "filter condition guage" and what it requires you to do is simply understand the guage position when the filter is fully clean. As the filter gains particulates, the pressure guage increases which is reflected on the guage.

[@echollis123]

I'll watch the next two machines because I enjoy this channel and watching you figure things out.

[@jeffselchow5719]

Do I enjoy this content? ABSOFREAKINGLUTELY I DO!!! LOL, you keep making these videos, I will keep watching them.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Thanks, Jeff! Keep watching-lots more to come!

[@chefbobbysponge3833]

That's amazing that they had so many of the original part and tools. So cool!

[@rockin355]

I believe that the cover you found with the grease pump is to go over the pony motor spark plug. If not you should fashion a cover instead of planning to remove the plugs and put a plug in it's place. I am sure that the plugs would have been covered when new to prevent exactly what happened to you when you raised the bucket and the plug got broken.

[@watsup1350]

First time commenter, but this old fart loves your attitude toward quality machines. One thought that may not be worth anything more than what you paid for it: When you started on the diesel system you found and rodded a clot in the static line between the tank outlet and the drain valve. I’m calling that a static line because in normal operation fuel does not flow through the drain portion of the system. Moving to the left front of the unit, you’ve mentioned a couple of times about the inactivity you’re seeing from the fuel filter pressure gauge. Either as a direct system pressure or as a filter diagnostic, that gauge is likely on yet another static leg of the system. The gauge itself is likely fine. However, its pressure signal may well be currently impeded by what is effectively a non-functioning clogged throughput of diesel fuel. I mention this because very early on in the series I happened to notice that gauge indicating pressure even while you were still rescucitating the pony motor, and hadn’t even began to turn the diesel over. My guess is that if you rod the supply line to that gauge, and flush the gauge itself, you’ll see that gauge showing more variabilty than you are presently. Hope this helps!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I had the same thought, and so I pulled off the line that leads to that gauge, sprayed it out, and then stuck a wire into the hole in the fuel filter tower, which is what feeds the gauge, and it was clear... We'll see when I start it up next if the gauge works better with clean filters, or if the gauge is in fact bad...I guess we'll find out together!

[@watsup1350]

Old diesel does funny things. I drive a 5.9 Cummins and a 1.6 Cruze TD, and tool around on a John Deere 2305. It may be worth your while to invest in a bottle of Power Service's Diesel Kleen. That should resolve any chunkiness from 15 year old diesel and keep you from having to drain/flush/ and refill the fuel system.

[@andreacrashe9894]

*Kia ora (hello) I love to see these oldies being restored and then put back to being used once again. Things made years back were made to last a lifetime or longer. Today's items only last a short time as it is a throw away society. But I am loving your mahi (work) on these oldies... and once this is taken to it's new home... I will be looking forward to the next machine to be restored.*

[@williamjones5468]

The big kid finds a Tonka toy!! This is why I subscribed. The absolute joy you have when getting old and forgotten machines back running and working its like the Superbowl of wrenching.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I do truly enjoy what I do! I appreciate you coming along for the journey! Lot's more to come!

[@RustyNail5856]

I think it is great that you are finding them and saving them, i can't wait to see the next ones.

[@MRrwmac]

Of course we are enjoying the content!

[@ironman3406]

That sir is definitely an Alemite grease pump, that’s what it would have come with. As far as the tool box, it is very possible that is it. My D2’s and D4’s came with a wooden box that had all the tools in them. As far as the thermostats go, on initial startup the temp of the coolant is not hot enough to open the thermostats, they stay closed till temperature is about 160 degrees F. No coolant flows to the rad, This helps it to warm up faster. Coolant instead flows into the bypass water passage which is connected to the inlet side of the water pump. It looks like to me those thermostats are stuck open, try heating them in some boiled water and see if they move at all. That’s how I test all Of mine, if they don’t move just replace as needed. I’m excited to see the next rescue you found out here!! You should really consider becoming a member of ACMOC, you clearly have the bug for old Cat iron and that’s the club to belong to.

[@stuartpulvermacher6861]

I just love your work ethic it' cool to see someone your age tackle these projects I'm 80 years old and all my life i had that same ethic in fact I'm a retired construction supe and I'm still working driving a quad axle dump truck it's not strenuous work but I just can't sit on my butt at home and be a veggie love your channel

[@josephaustin2419]

Progressive thermostats. Different temp setting on each one. First one opens at lower temp, usually at around 180 and depending on cooling requirements of engine as it heats up the second one opens at about 190 to allow for extra water flow and extra cooling. Note which side is which. Usually temps marked on the thermostat. Used on a lot of the new diesel trucks.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

It looks like they're both marked the same... who knows if they're original or not... they sure look original though!

[@josephaustin2419]

@@SalvageWorkshop check with cat. They should have correct part numbers. It might be they both open at same but usuallu one opens first and then second one as engine heats up. Diesls usually run fairly cool so reason they restrict flow unless used hard. They should both be closed when cold.

[@MitzvosGolem1]

woke stats 🤣

[@pspic04]

This interest me more then anything Netflix has to offer

[@bvalt1]

love watching you rescue old iron, please don't stop!!

[@lazerbeam3928]

Decreasing the inner diameter of the hose will decrease flow but will increase pressure. Possible side effect is the hydraulic cylinder will retract slightly slower, but probably not noticeable by the operator. If shorter connectors are not available, you should shorten the hose to reduce the strain on the connecters. All things considered; I would go back to 1" hoses per the factory design. There was some engineering design reason for using these size hoses in the first place.

[@kevinoscarson2941]

Overall system pressure will not change as the pressure is regulated by the relief valve in the control valve. All of the older equipment had larger hoses on it because they ran low pressure and relied on flow and surface area to have high lift power. As for the smaller hoses, doubtful it will effect anything, if anything the hydraulics might run a bit hotter.

[@hiscifi2986]

Well the hydraulic pump is not exactly a speed merchant when it comes to lifting the bucket, so the size of the hose is not really critical. I would use the smallest available (5/8 inch.?), that you can get the connectors for. After all it has only got to push about a gallon into each ram.

[@briagtexier7115]

Keep on saving those old beast!you’re doing a great job!

[@HellYeahImIrish]

i like the short series, instead of trying to post everyday. Do it every other day, it gives you time to deal with life issues that pop up.

[@alannakennedy5273]

I never thought I'd be a fan of a channel that salvage old machine but I am. LOVE IT !

[@gundam8655]

if you have the full tool kit you are going to be asked to show up with that thing to some history shows for caterpillar!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Fine with me!

[@bconklejr]

The cover you found in the garrage that had a bull bus center, could there be a cover that was removed to put spark plugs in the pony motor not put back on ? if so the bull bus part of the cover would keep the hydraulic hoses from beinf cut up by bolt heads and sparkplugs and protect the wire on the end. I don't know. Just a thought.

[@jeroen1836]

👍 Get this thing complete and working! Super👊

[@rustyshackleford1634]

love these old machine rescues keep it up

[@tdimccullough]

this is one of the best channels i watch on utube keep doing what you are doing

[@jamesjenkins81]

the thermostats are also a controlled by-pass type. IE ports direct the water to recirculate when cold, and direct the water to the rad as it heats up.

[@bobbeals1509]

Still love watching you work 😎👍

[@petertomlinson916]

Just think it's awesome when you are working on these old motors

[@JoE_Songs]

33:00 keep the diameter of the hoses. it has to have an impact on the reaction-speed of the shovel. If one applies all physical sense. although - it depends on the smallest diameter of the whole hydraulic system right? maybe ask a specialist. I don't know either. lol

[@vincentramirez8303]

Dude content is exactly what we want..ease keep it going well be there watching and liking. It.

[@Greekman72]

Yes we enjoy! Please keep it up!

[@annebojko9863]

Love the content!!! My son loves tractors and just watches excitedly by my side

[@dweijers2193]

I think, the lowerpart of the thermostat is part of the valve that opens the hole in the engine block

[@jameschastain3188]

I do enjoy your videos just keep doing what you're doing

[@janemmerich3154]

I love your Content about that old maschines, I like to See more about Old Stuff.

[@robertkinstle9413]

Squatch is a good source for manuals, parts, and advice…

[@thomaslefler5242]

Keep the content coming, love watching you rescue these old machines that still have some use in them.

[@stumpy2816]

Enjoy watching your assessment of what needs to be repaired. 👍👍

[@catfishgray3696]

HELL YEAH, LET'S GO TWO WORK, LET'S FIX IT ALL, SEE YOU NEXT TIME...

[@henryboyd985]

Love the daily /weekly updates

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Thanks, Henry! Glad you're enjoying it. Lots more to come!

[@andrewhewitt7483]

Fascinating watching you bring these machines back from the brink. The new format is excellent 👍

[@Skyetender]

Great work, looking forward to the next two finds.

[@trev9874]

Brilliant you show the hole process and no short cuts thats we like

[@darrenhawken9766]

She's a gem , great find going too a great custodian look after this peace of living Cat history 👍

[@CXensation]

Keep searching. Bring a leafblower and search the ground for the brackets. I bet they are still there somewhere. Its always quite an adventure searching old barns ... Looking forward to more videos with your fighting on old machinery 🙃 Ohh - nearly forgot: thank you for your huge work on creating these videos

[@stuartkarshagen6274]

Love the completeness of the tractor 🤙🏻. Really enjoy the way this series is coming along 🤙🏻

[@NONAME-yw7kh]

Was very happy to see you get back to "Old Red" was worryed you had forgotten it.

[@adamorsini4585]

It's really fascinating watching old iron come back to life and being used again.

[@cleophusA]

Man, you had me going there for a second. I thought, "man, how lucky are you?" "You have your own hydraulic hose making setup!" Wouldn't that be great?

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Haha, that would be awesome!

[@dfross87]

It's great, but the amount of money tied up in inventory, and the space to store said inventory, escalates quickly. No point having the crimping machine if you don't have the hose and fittings you need on hand.

[@paulstanding7267]

Well you certainly got a diamond of a machine the parts you have got is unbelievable you certainly dropped on a good one there roll on the next one see what else you can find Hidden away. 😀👍

[@matthewweide69]

I love these videos!! Watching big bad John come back to life has been amazing and I'm very glad to be apart of it all!!!

[@kaydog2008]

Keep um coming we're here for ya! 😎👍