The Week I Owned A Snowmobile

[@russvetter4250]

Your mechanical abilities are incredible, but what's more impressive is your videography, it is unmatched. Your camera angles, and editing are the best on KZbin.

[@SimonFordman]

Thank you!

[@LeonardoBenine]

Hey Simon, Leonardo from Brazil. I’m sorry about your snowmobile but I’ve got to say your KZbin channel is in another level. No talking, no ego. Just plain mechanical ability. Thank you for that.

[@alessandro1201]

Faço minhas tuas palavras mano!! É o conteúdo perfeito!! Uma pena o que ocorreu mesmo.

[@leotherocker94]

Outro Leonardo brasileiro aqui e concordo contigo! Melhor coisa é que o Simon não fica falando.

[@brunojpb123]

concordo

[@EstevaoCPires]

Olha os brasileiros aparecendo kkk fico feliz demais ver o pessoal por aqui apreciando este canal que é uma obra de arte!!

[@Kenny1977-b1j]

Another excellent vid, with added drama

[@GreatNorth104]

"We become smarter, by doing the dumbest of things..." No one got hurt, and a lesson has been learned. Glad you're ok Simon!

[@friguy4444]

I dunno.. He was already pretty damn smart! LOL. I don't think he could have learned too much from this except "Don't forget important things". Which I suspect he already knew. Sigh...... So sad.

[@Ibrahim-oo6ql]

@@friguy4444 And how a fire extinguisher is very important

[@SimonFordman]

Truly. I'll never get past doing a few dumb things here and there, always learning.

[@GreatNorth104]

@@SimonFordman we are all (and should be) still learning! Cheers!

[@KosmosRockstar]

I almost burst into tears at the end when the snowmobile burned down, everything was so good, it's just really good to watch...

[@coltonkruse2313]

Damn what an absolute bummer. You did a great job getting it running.

[@SimonFordman]

Yea, thank you

[@nataliaudi1991]

Rzucam wszystko i lecę oglądać film Simona na dużym ekranie ❤

[@Landroverdude101]

Serious carnage! Good to see you show your mistakes as well, on this channel. Makes your videos more relatable.

[@TriumphLegend900TT]

Hi! The good news is :You are Ok! 😊 sometimes life sucks. Thanks for the honest content.

[@canek1611]

Очень жалко, ведь столько проделанной работы. Ваши видео просто в кайф смотреть, без лишних слов, всё спокойно и понятно.

[@randomrus6548]

Было весело, хоть и не долго... Не расстраивайся, любой бы забыл про тормоз, кто катается не часто..)))

[@stevanrozic4638]

We learn by our own mistakes,nobody got hurt thats the important thing.Keep on wrenching Simon.

[@low-phas]

You're seriously revolutionizing youtube content with your cool, level headed, no frills professionalism and unmatched shots. Serious time goes into these videos. A shout out to anyone else helping you with this, if such person exists. Change nothing. Ever. So many tubers blow up and forget what got them there in the first place. Cheers from a 53 year old teacher from Budapest, Hungary. I don't even own a car.

[@marcelotelles9455]

Jesus, another masterpiece of yours. Signature stuff, there's revival, drama, death, sadness and hopes for the future. It's sad to see the horrible death of the snow mobile, but it made for a very engaging plot.

[@KevinReimer-h7w]

It takes good character to own a mistake. Everyone watching this video has been there. Thank you for handling your situation with fortitude and grace.

[@ditnik]

Когда Саймон только выехал на лёд, я подумал, что только сейчас разгонится и что-то где-то сломается и он остановится проверить, все ли в порядке 😅 все таки техника стоявшая долго. Но произошло, что произошло. Реальное искусство, а не просто ролик! ❤

[@SimonFordman]

I had it out for about 20 minutes prior before leaving the brake on. At that time I popped the hood and checked on things, it was running pretty great.

[@edhoefsmit5463]

Get another one, that looked like fun.😊 bringing it back from dead fantastic next time use fiberglass on the hinge.

[@gnp253]

You are so gifted Simon, and also very brave! Thank you for the enjoyment in watching your videos.

[@Palarisha77]

Having recently binged most of his videos, the thing that is amazing to me, besides of course the knowledge and skill in auto repair, or amazing cinematography, is that he doesn’t freak out and swear when stuff goes wrong. I’ve worked on cars and other stuff for years and when you make a mistake that wastes time, or stuff you buy doesn’t fit, or fails, it’s aggravating. Maybe he’s just really conscious of being on camera, but that is so hard! I am so emotionally invested in my car repair stuff because it’s generally fixing up old cars that family will drive, I can’t help but get emotionally angry. So I have the utmost respect for this guy. Even when his project caught on fire! “I just gotta let it go…” AND he was out on the ice?! Call him Elsa Fordman! You need a Merch shop with a tee that says Let It Go, with a arctic cat on fire

[@timothysmith3311]

So much love and care went into this machine. Sometimes we question ourselves and our capabilities. From experience I can tell you I too caught my rig on fire once but was lucky enough to have access to a fire extinguisher. You have balls for not only fixing the Cat but posting the video. A real man isn't afraid to admit when an honest mistake is made.

[@yamahattr6006]

I saw you blocked the overflow pipes on the bottom of the carburetors they should have long pipes going away from the engine to the outside then if a float sticks it doesn't put fual in the airbox and set fire just goes out the overflow and you smell it before it sets on fire hopefully i love your videos also sorry you lost your snowmobile

[@BilltheHiker]

I live in the lower mid-Atlantic states and snow is rare, so I know nothing about snowmobiles. But this whole video was fascinating! Very impressive work. The last 10 minutes were beyond sad. So glad you’re OK and back home safely!

[@alegator]

The ending deserves an Oscar!!! Like!!!!!!!

[@davegould3678]

Well that was just the best viewing. Brilliant to watch the way you work, methodical and knowledgeable. I must say, setting fire to it clear away mouse nests was a bit over the top😊. Main thing is that you're OK. Also, that 2 stroke sound, it took me back to my old dads Wartburg Knight from the 70's ❤. Wonderful. Thanks for a great 90 mins, didn't stop smiling, awesome!

[@davisstout2009]

Awesome videography, so sorry about the snowmobile man, that sucks. Quick comment from a dude your age that learned the hard way cause I work on my projects alone as well; just be careful lifting and moving stuff man don’t hurt your back or something. Know it sounds basic it did to me too until one haste-fueled mistake! But you work very methodically anyways man love the channel, every vid has my full attention and you never have to speak a word!

[@SimonFordman]

Thank you. Yea, I was starting to feel it in my back with all the pull starting, dragging the thing around, and lifting the engine. I do need to be more careful.

[@Wiilam_James]

Greetings from Ukraine! 🇺🇦 Thanks for converting to Celsius )) Your videos are very relaxing!

[@ЛейтенантДэн]

Привет из Украины

[@contosehistorias4216]

Hi Simon, we all make mistakes, it's part of learning, I'm also sorry about your snowmobile, don't be discouraged you have great mechanical skills. Thanks for that.

[@ritskevandermeer]

Definitely was not expecting this.. But still , finding your channel on KZbin is the best thing since vice grip. Your videos are a piece of art. And if you continue your amazing content next year you'll be buying a new one. 😊 Thank you. And greetings from Holland!

[@josephbelanger5053]

Most wouldn't try to put together something that someone else has torn down. Simon is fearless and just crazy enough to not care. If it can be done he will do it. Another fun Simon video that I watch every minute

[@Vrock-bm8nf]

I'll be cheering for you from Japan! Good luck!

[@jnnyg65]

The two best days in a snowmobiler’s life are the day you buy your sled, and the day you sell it.😂

[@KNTW559]

I like how you don't talk during your videos. Its better to show, not tell.

[@ГерычАвантюрист]

Это точно, там и так всё понятно, как у Чарли Чаплина. 😊

[@Geardrive427-ip8vj]

Fun fact. This is I think only the second one he said something in. With the exeption of "I'm skinny" somewhere else.

[@Texas12valve]

Turn on closed captions. If you want to read explanations of what he's doing during the video

[@JMDogg]

​@@Geardrive427-ip8vjhe said "Perfect" while swapping that engine outta that Gran Torino.

[@ridered7394]

I get it man ,all that work finally get ready for first ride.. your so excited you don’t even think about the parking break… I feel you pain 😢

[@georgewilliams1597]

Great job Simon fixing up that old snowmobile. Sorry to see it go up in flames. See you next time...😊❤

[@ronielemoura546]

I'm very happy whenever you post your videos, what you did with that jeep was insane, greetings here from Brazil

[@TheTermintator12]

Man that really blows! I really hate the feeling after putting so much time and effort into a project just to have a bad accident, sorry that it happened to you, as always though you did a great job and you make great videos! Thank you for still posting a video on this project!

[@SimonFordman]

Thank you

[@danielmoore8538]

Had a low of 2° here in west Texas a few days ago and I thought that was nuts then you show a high of -6.No Thanks!😂.......Good videos 👍🏻

[@leguerrier.cLeguerrier]

No complain, no explain !! Merci Simon. Merci de toute cette poésie. Meilleurs vœux.

[@ashleyritchie4948]

Nice to see a real mechanic, you can tell by the way he cleaned the carb sliders, going around not vertical! Thought the mouse house was never going to end! ;-) Gutted for you Simon, what an ending!

[@SimonFordman]

The exhaust really was jam packed. Here I thought the snowmobile would be a break from the rodents

[@Kakaen955]

💪😎👍👍👍❄️❄️❄️❄️🧊🧊🧊🧊👋👋hello is Siberia ❤ good luck my friend 🙏

[@Matt-s3q]

OMG yes, time for another cinematic masterpiece from Mr Fordman!!! lemme get my popcorn

[@juanbrugo9608]

Loved every minute of this amazing story…you have a gift…you make us all enjoy each journey as if we were there…thank you for being so generous…!

[@tonyk1amt806]

We all make mistakes, hard to catch everything all the time. Good experience putting it together and getting some fun on the snow and ice, looking forward to seeing the continuation of the story. Keep up the great work Simon

[@craignelson1669]

Your level of patience is inspiring

[@parnasiusapolo8705]

I'm impressed by the weather in your country, I also thank you for putting the temperature in Celsius, I can't even imagine what it feels like at -19. As always, I'm enjoying your video from start to finish.... I think they're hypnotic, good health.

[@roybatty2680]

Great job despite the outcome... memories. You talkative cat brings my wife's two Siamese cats running to hear whose meowing.

[@SteBonz]

Sorry about your snowmobile, you put a lot of hard work into it. Don't give up Simon, you learn from your mistakes💪 and your videos are very well done. Greetings from Italy 🇮🇹

[@chrislindquist2003]

I'm an Arctic Cat guy and have worked on several of the cats in this generation. The only good thing about triples is how they sound. That's about it 😂. Sorry that happened though, that sucks.

[@Migel-e4j]

Вы просто избалованны изобилием в вашей стране! Это плохой снегоход????? Вам бы Буран советский дать покататься! Что-бы вы про него потом сказали-бы)))))

[@SimonFordman]

It sure did sound good

[@rover215]

I'm only 33min in and I can't imagine how that thing's going to rip in the snow. My little RD350 was the fastest bike I owned and the only two stroke I've owned. Accelerated faster than my XS1100. I love the sound of triples, too.

[@erikfaizullin3201]

I am so jealous, how deeply you can dive in for what you are doing. I am impressed how many different projects you have and love the way of your video editing. It is so relaxing to watch 🙃 and most important -you make me think what I would make differently in same situation. Well the end of snowmobile is very sad, but most important, you are safe. So we can hopefully enjoy your next projects 😊

[@rpod1246]

Great stories sometimes do not have a great ending, but I feel it’s not really over, “ to be continued”. Thoroughly enjoyed watching, thanks!

[@phillipkeeling7327]

The old guys who taught me my trade usta say “One ah shit wipes 1:26:58 out ten atta boys. What a heartbreaker after all that great work. But I did notice the new Bean boots in your intro. Nice.

[@oobeoobe]

And there I was, expecting the fire in the back of the truck with all of the mouse nests 😮 It looked likel a lot of fun whilst it lasted.

[@shawty666]

Hy Simon, love your stuff, you should make an Q&A video!

[@SpaceInTime1885]

"Relax, alright... My ol' man, he's a television repairman, he's got this ultimate set'a tools. I can fix it". -Spicoli 🤘

[@97marqedman]

I used to have a couple sleds… but then we stopped getting much snow in the winters and I couldn’t justify them anymore. So I sold them and bought a truck and some new tools. Worth it!

[@ColvinAvianBreadline]

While I can sit here and say "Great video as usual" I am sad to see the outcome! But it really was a great video to watch as usual! You put out some of the best mechanical videos on KZbin right now.

[@oldshovelhead]

Glad YOU are ok Simon! When I saw the title and operative "owned" I had that pit in my stomach for you. When the fire hit I thought (sorry but I can't help myself) "Oh the Humanity". Kidding aside, really can't wait to see the next sled and/or where that motor finds it's home. AND thanks for the more recent content - I for one look forward to your feature length videos, each one gets better than the previous, keep up the fantastic work on all fronts :)

[@jasonhastie5650]

Wow bud. Great video. I know that mistake stung a bit with the police department and everyone looking on but the saving grace was that it made great content. Keep going Simon, you have something special going on here.

[@Alwayswatchin2534]

Man, that's a bummer! I don't even touch 2 strokes, and you got it running well. I tell you enough the content is great,keep them coming.

[@Pinkykillaz]

Саймон, ты только сильно не расстраивайся. Всякое бывает🙌🏻

[@abduljaleelalashi1022]

For every problem, there is a solution since Simon is around. There won't be any problems, great job.

[@sparkplugguy8164]

Two stroke snowmobiles… I could only dream of such fun. Thank you for sharing this and great work as usual! A bit of advice with spark plugs from experience. I daily a two stroke car and used to clean sparks with a wire brush. They don’t like that, after a couple of heat cycles they gave up. I just don’t clean them anymore. You can spay them with some strong carb cleaner to get the grime off. In any case, I hope you can find a good sled. Keep it up!

[@chicagovasko]

Man everything vehicle fight you Simon. Cars trucks motorcycles snowmobiles but you never give up and the only car that halfway won was the Camaro and rust is not your fault. Keep winning bro 💪.

[@ubertalldude]

I love watching videos of people riding snowmobiles. I'm from Florida, that $#|+'s too cold for me man!

[@58GoldenTiger]

I regret to hear about your project. Just glad you’re ok! Keep up the good work!

[@parrott350]

awesome, Less Camero, More Torino ! More Cats ! Always like your video's Best regards, chuck!

[@maksimbelosludcev]

I have a Bombardier Grand touring 700 SE in Russia, triple cylinder🤘 I bought it in the same disassembled condition, restored it in 7 years and put it on the move, now I ride, it's power💪 how it sounds and rides it's just a song 😍

[@gcoatsjr.8643]

FUUUUUDGE!! Sorry to see it go that way, bro. Your channel is one of my favorite. Keep up the great work!

[@maoxian]

Glad you weren't hurt and you gave the Sheriff something to do (for once). Stay warm, Simon!

[@SimonFordman]

Haha, thank you

[@jaflolara]

look at that first shot... you know you are here for a treat

[@paulomelo6857]

man, every i wait for your video, so much fan and knowledge.

[@sdjnwhyNZ]

"We become smarter, by doing the dumbest of things..." This is so true to myself. I'll keep thumbs up for you, from your subscriber (licensed carpenter + DIY mechanic)

[@GodLancer]

Dude, don't worry it's not the least snowbike in your life. Keep doing stuff, you're great

[@ALouisae]

man, thats rough. glad you're safe, hope things work out for you man.

[@MrMelville100]

Great video Simon! Love your cinematic style and what a great story to document in this way!

[@Raju-qp1do]

Simon Fordman It is not a Name, it is a brand of your Mechanical Skills and Videography Super Dude.

[@fatratmatt]

Bummer man. Something tells me you will come back stronger!

[@TheCuttingtorch]

YES!! AC BABY!! Dont hesitate to pick up a 90s 440 or 580 ZR/ZL.. great trail machines and a lot less to go wrong that a triple.. Good sleds.

[@SimonFordman]

Yea the 900 triple was more than I needed

[@АндрейБ-е4п]

Печаль. Ну, ничего, со всеми бывает... Помимо удовольствия от видео, заодно немного изучил устройство снегохода))) Саймон, спасибо! Круто, как и всегда! 👍👍👍🤝

[@autotrvlr]

God bless the Land of 10 000 lakes. Glad you're fine. Hope, we will see jet ski restoration or rebuild in the spring )

[@Alejandro-si8qk]

Good vibes from Chile. All of us have bad day. Hope this video bring to you better days.

[@GoaEnjoyer]

I have this exact same snowmobile and I have done the exact same thing. I think I'm going to remove the brake lock because it's pointless

[@SimonFordman]

Yea, I’ll definitely be thinking about that when my next sled comes around

[@mustbefast9923]

@@SimonFordmanhappened to me also, burnt my boots and pants, stopped it just in time when I smelled plastic burning

[@markderoller7645]

Im sorry for what happened and glad no one was hurt. Made for a spectacular ending.

[@stephensklein6952]

Look at it this way, If you ever have kids, the first thing you will tell them when riding a ski is don't forget to release the brake! Life lesson for sure. Great video, painful loss of a nice machine. Look forward to what your next plan is!

[@strshooter7399]

Wow! What a video! I know I can only echo what everyone else has said “These Things Happen” (to almost everyone whoever put a hand to a wrench and over torqued a bolt/stud/nut, etc… ). Forgive me, but out of the “Ashes” comes knowledge, more experience, wisdom you pay for, but can’t be purchased with money directly. What you take away from this very much human error, is perspective on every job you ever do or attempt. Will something like this ever happen again? My money is not very damn likely! 👍😎. Sometimes we pay to learn in cash, sometimes in time & effort, sometimes in flesh & blood. Thank God none of the last items. You are so talented, hard working, your videos are just so good. Thank you for sharing this with us, your viewers. Everyone says it, you are not alone in these things, we’ve all had things like this go off the rails. It happens, you learn huge amounts of perspective, you mentally kick yourself a couple of times, and get back up, and keep moving forward 😎😇👍. Thanks again for your great videos.

[@junit483]

Damn. Sorry your experience was amplified by your inexperience but you did good work. Glad you're ok. It happens from time to time to the best of us.

[@DunwrongGarage]

That was heartbreaking to watch, Simon. Your content is still some of the best out on KZbin and the channel is criminally under-viewed. We'll be here to watch whatever you put out.

[@SimonFordman]

Thank you very much

[@SIG_161]

Thanks for your videos❤ The ending was surprising, it's good that no one was hurt.

[@dalerumble61]

Finally my favorite driveway mechanic 😅

[@paulmurphy5964]

Great job again. Sorry about the fire. Just had to put it away a bit earlier than expected. The starter seemed so hard to pull. Love your style.

[@danielangelucci7409]

Look at it this way at least your Chevy Camaro never caught on fire! Then again I don’t think you drove it, but I still enjoy watching your interesting choices of projects. Thank you.

[@die_karos_on_tour]

Hello Simon ! Life goes on, on to the next project 👍👍 The Karo‘s from Germany

[@machebert8206]

I'm not sure when the last time I cried watching a KZbin video was... But sweeping the remains out of the truck bed got me right in the feels. It's a terrible loss, but I'm sure you will find a way to let her beating heart live on in memory 💔

[@AdamA315]

Im from Poland and I love your films! Good job my friend! 😎👍👍👍

[@dadgarage7966]

I knew an O.P.P. (Ontario Provincial Police) officer who was on the diving unit. Glad you're okay as it could've been much worse. Looking forward to Part II.

[@wyattoneable]

Oh no! It was fun until it wasn't. I feel terrible for the loss but I'm glad you're okay.

[@cristianjuliano6589]

It was an excellent 25 minutes of pure fun. Don't give up, another opportunity will come. Greetings

[@andrewgrace4410]

I'm so sorry Simon for that loss, I know you will rebound and rebuild 🐱

[@chicagovasko]

Heck yeah 👍 had a rough day and come home to a fun surprise. Thanks for posting brother I hope this build is a success and not like the Camaro last week poor Camaro I wish we could have saved it. Peace Simon thanks for posting.

[@kliller854]

Epic video. Glad you got to ride it, but oh the heartbreak. 😢 You put in so much work.

[@gabemitteer9774]

All I’m going to say is this was a good video you did good I hope you do more videos on working on snowmobiles