1950's Live Steam Machine 'Wilesco' - Restoration

[@shannona6989]

Little dude on the crank needs a worker of the year award for that kind of energetic performance 😂

[@TheFabrik]

😅👍🏻

[@railtrolley]

The Energiser Bunny got nothing on the sharpening stone cranker.

[@punkhead4312]

He was cranking like he was on coccaine and meth at the same time!!🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@KonknniGitam]

@@punkhead4312 And steroids.

[@javiergonzalezlopez10]

Thank Hod you gave a rest to the poor bugger at the crank😅

[@mefcalols4446]

I think the thing I love the most about these old restorations is that the machines were entirely designed to be able to be disassembled. We don't have that anymore.

[@lionhenry766]

not only that, they were also designed to be assembled by the customer himself haha

[@EsTee932]

Wilesco still exists and builds those machines exactly like they used to.

[@elvishards8161]

Yeh everything has a short life nowadays,cheap nasty products

[@magnetotherary]

Now at 54 years old, I have finally bought a steam machine. Thanks for the vid, that makes the working principle clearer.

[@TheFabrik]

Yeah !!! I hope you’ll enjoy your new toy :)

[@completeaerialphotography4076]

Never been a restoration enthusiast but I must say the before and after of each part, and its entirety as well, is nothing but satisfying to watch. I couldn't stop watching, like a 4 yr old watching cartoons on a Sunday morning!!😂😂

[@TheFabrik]

Oh wow thank you so much. Very touching to read comments like yours 😌 Glad you enjoyed 🙌

[@johnkelley9877]

This took me back to my childhood. I had a Wilesco Steam Engine almost identical to the one you restored. You did a wonderful restoration on this and saved a little bit of toy history too. Thank you for sharing this.

[@bengelman2600]

I bet that was fun!

[@TheFabrik]

Thanks a lot John. Very touching to bring memories back 😌🙌

[@c0ldc0ne]

@@bengelman2600 I had one too and can confirm that it's fun.

[@eliotech1928]

Me too!!!! Did you had also all the toys to attach with the spring belts?!?

[@johnkelley9877]

@@eliotech1928 No, I couldn't afford them but the hobby shop we got it from did have the accessories in stock. I wish I could remember what types they were.

[@markuskasper7604]

I have high blood pressure, the video made my blood pressure drop. It is unbelievable that you have mastered all the techniques of surface coating, the video made me happy, thank you very much, and best regards from Germany

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much ! Glad you enjoyed 😌🙌

[@KonknniGitam]

And I have low blood pressure, the video almost killed me.

[@charles6771]

That was wonderful!! I had one of these as a boy, in the late 50's. Never thought I would see one restored so meticulously . Thank you

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !!! Glad to bring the memories back 😌🙌

[@АндрейКоТ-ъ2щ3ъ]

вот что надо показывать по телевизору) прям отдых для глаз после рабочей недели)

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you so much 🙏 Glad you enjoyed 🙌

[@jamesriordan3494]

I have several Wilesco engines and love them all - oh, for the days of dangerous toys (which actually taught us something !!!).

[@mthaylanprogames3689]

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[@benjatk6]

i got one from my grandpa😊

[@phosgene87]

Wilesco still makes and sells these little steam engines 😊

[@Viljop]

Can you buy them cus i want one

[@ollysee3656]

Wait you have three? I only have none

[@Gribbo9999]

I am always amazed how old, crusty things have their shiny, brand-new selves hiding just a few microns down inside. Beautiful restoration. What a pleasure to watch a real craftsman working with joy and infinite patience. Thank you!

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much. Glad to share it with you !

[@jackdeniston6150]

Just like me....

[@TomLaios]

That was brilliant. You made a 57 year old man grin little a little boy at the end.

[@TheFabrik]

Always touching to bring the memories back 🙌

[@orlando1a1]

This is as close as you will get to watching a labour of love taking place in real time. What a fantastic restoration - you literally brought the steam engine back to life. An amazing job. Thank you for a great video.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you so much ! 😌👍

[@tomriddle122]

Over 50 years ago my mother bought me this steam engine and some toys to attach. My father screwed all to an wooden board. So much fun... until some sealing rings broke. :-/ Your restauration brought so many memorys back!

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !! Always touching to bring the memories back 😌👍

[@Vampirspiegelei]

Even though these steam engines are still made today it was amazing seeing one getting restored.

[@heleti0000]

Amazing work 👍 Memories of a smaller Steam Engine my Father bought me back in the 50’s - when we didn’t live under constant “surveillance” for our own “safety” - we actually learned how to play and work safely from toys like this.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much ! Always touching to bring the memories back 😌🙏 New video today of a live steam road roller 😉👍

[@АртёмКолышницын-в1с]

Великолепный объект восстановления, и работа потрясающая, спасибо!

[@1FatHappyBirthday]

Absolutely gorgeous! 100 years from now it will be rusting and in bad shape and someone will do restoration 2!

[@TheFabrik]

I hope so !!! 😅 thank you 🙏

[@whaddoiknow6519]

Amazing restoration, but I am even more amazed at the original toy. What attention to detail and workmanship! Very enjoyable watching.

[@johanloots4646]

Children now sure could use toys like this instead of the things that occupy their time these days.

[@matui6983]

High quality toy/model just underwent an even higher quality restoration. Very nicely done.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much 🙌

[@rhod-j1i]

the little man on the grinding wheel certainly can move

[@Pozi_Drive]

Yes, the crank-man drives the flywheel, and it makes the water boil due to repeated adiabatic compression/expansion.

[@strycian]

Something like this would be a great project for a kid who wants to learn about engines.

[@BennilocoLoves]

The craftsmanship on these "toys" is sadly a lost art.. Thank you for bringing these amazing "toys" back to life! ☺️

[@АндрейИванов-х4з9й]

Здравствуйте, Вы великий мастер, ваша работа как волшебство. Смотрел с удовольствием. Храни вас бог.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you ! 😌🙌

[@mikemullay5622]

I have the exact same Wilesco steam engine. It was given to me for Christmas when I was about ten years old. I am now 70. Yes. It still runs.

[@TheFabrik]

When « toys » were built to last 👍 Glad to know you’re still enjoying it !

[@J31624]

Not just functional....but a work of art also! 💯 💯

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much !!! 🙏

[@TH-O.2]

I love steam engines and it just fills my heart to see a old and rusted steam engine come back to life

[@melinasnow1662]

Ну просто фантастика. Такого я ещё не видела, это же прям минизавод) потрясающая вещь, игрушкой это назвать как- то не хорошо, это что-то больше чем игрушка. Жаль что подобного не делают в наше время. Мне кажется нашим детям это было бы и интересно и познавательно.

[@stevebailey325]

My dad was an actual steam boiler engineer for power plants and i remember giving him one of these on his birthday in the early 70s. Still makes me smile thinking of that. 😊

[@TheFabrik]

Glad to bring the memories back 😌🙌

[@johnkemas7344]

Really great restoration job. I'm a big fan of powder coating!1 Wish I had the space for the oven and spray booth.

[@omegagjarvis]

Great job! I love showing these restoration videos to all my local school children. Learning to take apart and put things back together are of the utmost importance in our throw away society. Thank again.😊😊

[@migraine_addikt]

It is great to see such beautiful pieces of history come back to life!

[@marystanek7553]

My brother got a steam engine similar to this on Christmas over 50 years ago but now our parents and him are gone but seeing your video brought back memories. Thank you!

[@TheFabrik]

Sorry to hear that 😔 Very touching to bring the memories back. Thank you so much 🙏

[@Arsenic71]

I had the EXACT same model (down to the colours) when I was a kid in the 70s. Absolutely loved it. Came with a small red plastic funnel to fill the boiler. Guess they must have made them for quite a while. Great restoration work, really beautiful! Thanks for bringing back those memories 👍💯

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much !! Always touching to bring the memories back 😌🙏

[@jonny_vdv]

What I think is incredible is that I could walk in to my local hobby shop and buy a nearly identical steam engine. That sort of longevity of design is really cool.

[@RADIUMGLASS]

These kind of toys made kids smart and inventive.

[@DrStrang3r]

Not going to lie, watching these restoration videos are like another kind of ASMR for soul soothing and adult version of lego 😅

[@abhisheksoni9841]

Over 50 years ago my mother bought me this steam engine and some toys to attach. My father screwed all to an wooden board. So much fun... until some sealing rings broke. :-/ Your restauration brought so many memorys back!

[@80TheMadLord08]

My grandpa had this exact engine. It's amazing seeing it working. Thanks for restoring and sharing, he would have loved this.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !! 🙌 always touching to bring memories back 😞😌🙏

[@anilshirsat4406]

I remember my childhood days when I used to repair my spring toys. Good Job Sir, really satisfied the child in me .👌👍👏

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you ! Glad to bring the memories back 😌🙏

[@anilshirsat4406]

@@TheFabrik 🙏

[@berataciker8312]

Everyone is watching this at like 3 am

[@charlieprechtl7067]

2:53am

[@randomyoutube8414]

3:33 pm

[@Frasea-iv9zp]

True

[@ashcarredford4694]

6:31

[@ashcarredford4694]

Am

[@billmower4165]

Simply wonderful, skilled in all departments, a joy to watch. 😊

[@christopherkent2359]

You are an true restoration artisan! You would be worth your weight in platinum in the event of an apocalyptic event! Nerding out aside...your video was very entertaining, and informative. Many thankyous for your efforts.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@juliebaker6969]

SO glad you left the pitting on the brickwork, it gave it a very realistic texture.

[@TheFabrik]

Fist time I use that paint 🙌

[@richardcorwin1828]

Well done sir. This restoration is museum ready!

[@TheFabrik]

😅👍 Thank you !!

[@belowhypothermia]

@maruiacancercdam I feel bad for you

[@DCJNewsMedia]

You Sir have madman skills and God given talent. My hats off to you. You wanna sell this great madter piece or one like it for teaching purposes to the young so we don't loose this knowledge and wisdom. God bless you and your family Brother

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !! 😌🙏

[@ChefDuane]

I have a Wilesco D10 that I have had since I was about 10 years old. I'm 64 now and it still runs great. I run it every few years to and keep it lubed and it good condition.

[@TheFabrik]

Wow glad to hear that you’re still enjoying it 🙌😌👍

[@JDWatkins]

I tell you what... I would not want that bill for restoring that old steam engine. I can certainly understand why they would want it restored. The end job was just stunning... You sir, are a master. I love watching your restoration videos.

[@jnicksnewstart]

Thank you very much for this posting. You have no idea how close this phenomenal restoration is to my heart. My dad gave me one of these steam engines over 60 years ago. I still have it. It's one of my very most cherished things from my youth. I had four or five of the workers as well. I believe they were almost all stolen during a break-in. I was so happy to see that you could buy the gasket kits from the original manufacturer. I will have to order a set. ~Stay healthy, happy, and safe.~

[@TheFabrik]

Hey thank you very much ! Always touching to bring the memories back 😌 Too bad you don’t have the workers anymore. There are many on eBay ;) take care 🙌

[@ammerudgrenda]

Can still buy these. I just looked on Amazon.

[@TheFabrik]

@@ammerudgrendaWilesco is still producing this model. Not exactly the same tho 🙌

[@JohnSmith-of2gu]

So THAT is who makes them! I remember many of these from childhood. Cool to see one brought back to health.

[@Jupiterblitz]

The right tools and supplies are everything - apart from personal skills. A lot of money and time must have been invested into this stuff to build up such a working bench. Great video with nice close-up shots. Very well edited.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much 😌👍

[@sylwiak5273]

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[@AsGrgy]

Great job! I can look at three things endlessly: fire, water and Expert at work 👍👍👍

[@jensw.8885]

Sandblasting is so satisfying... 🤤 The restoration was definitely a success! Amazing!

[@stevetodd551]

WOW!!! how neat was that! What a wonderful gift the lord has given you. It's wonderful to see such beautiful work and done with such patience. What a delight to watch. Thank you . May the lord bless and keep you.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much 🙏 That wasn’t easy but I made it 😮‍💨 These machine were so well designed 😯👍

[@TysyTube]

So awesome ❤️

[@TheFabrik]

Hey Tysy thank you my friend👍 Hard work… so many parts 😤😅

[@lalalabuschagne2333]

Thank you for calling me your friend Lala

[@stefanschneider3681]

@@TheFabrik I counted 80 - and every single one passed through your hands several times 👍👏!

[@williammorgan1860]

This looked fake on parts tbh

[@TheFabrik]

Well it’s not actually 👍

[@jerichojoe307]

For the second time today I get to witness the quality of the way things were made in the past. Digging through the Attic getting rid of some old things, we found an old cap gun from the 1960s made by Paris the 5891 model. Still in all its original Glory with all of the springs and mechanisms still working flawlessly. I actually happen to have some ring caps here because I'm a muzzleloader Hunter and sometimes I make my own percussion caps which these can be used for by adding a little bit of alcohol wetted 3 fff powder. I test fired the gun which still snaps and gave me all of the joy of those nostalgic days although those days were before my time. For something this old to still have springs and mechanisms that works so smoothly and flawlessly; really speaks to the quality of craftsmanship even with toys back in the day. Today's era things are made to be thrown away. They are made to break. They are made for convenience and disposability. Really makes you miss the days of old.

[@TheFabrik]

It’s a very rare gun you found out there. Lot of replicas tho. But always a pleasure to use it still 😃👍

[@jerichojoe307]

@@TheFabrik how would one distinguish between a replica and an original of that gun that I found. Maybe it's worth something

[@TheFabrik]

@@jerichojoe307 I don’t know much about that brand but I have never seen such one here in France. It remains a toy and I wouldn’t pay more than 150$ for an original in its case 😌

[@stevenbrown8857]

What an absolutely fantastic thing to save 😊 we really can't afford to lose these things, unlike modern toys these are things of wonder. Huge respect for your work, really enjoy watching 😊

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you so much 😌🙌

[@Sir_Baddington]

They still make these actually.

[@ian6068]

Grew up playing with these with my grandfather. He had this exact one. Now I have it. Not to sure how many 90's kids played with these. But I'm one of em.

[@TheFabrik]

Glad to hear !! Always touching to bring the memories back 😌🙏

[@Kodiak8066]

Beautiful restoration.. your hard work and patience paid off !

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you 🙏

[@thebohemian.]

The little chap is a good worker, always speedy and reliable.

[@kaiaz4694]

There are only a few people with rare talents. You are one of them. Very good job! 👍

[@TheFabrik]

Wow thank you so much 😌

[@vetsurginc]

It was amazing watching the beautifully made parts peak out from under the corrosion. The Germans know how to build great quality toys! Thanks so much for your video.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !! 🙌

[@---115]

You are absolutely PERFECT 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. It doesn't get any better than this 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !! 😃🙌

[@AmigaA-or2hj]

When I was a kid, I had a stationary steam engine almost identical to yours. It’s made by Mamod. Best toy ever!

[@TheFabrik]

Amazing toys ! 🙌 I will try to catch a Mamod ;)

[@an3k]

I had that thing as a kid. It's awesome seeing it fully restorated.

[@wernerhdyesel7138]

I admire people who have so much patience to do such a thorough and perfect job. Congratulations.!. In my youth I had a Wilesco steam engine and I really enjoyed running it, but in a move it was lost. 😥

[@TheFabrik]

Oh that’s too bad !! Thanks a lot for watching and also commenting 😌🙌

[@scottsmith4315]

Very very nice! I wish I had one of these as a kid. Or 54 year old. Great work in restoration!

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !! 😃🙌

[@dragicavujanovic]

You invented a new profession - metal neurosurgeon :-) I deeply admire your precise work.

[@TheFabrik]

Haha 😉👍 Thank you very much !!!

[@WillemV369]

One of the toys that brought my brother and me endless joy back in the day. Thanks for saving one!

[@DarlingFey]

I grew up with one, it was my dad's, he still has it. It was always so much fun getting to watch the little engine go!

[@philhaumhubert7315]

J ´ ai reçu exactement la même machine à vapeur il y a un peu moins de 50 ans . C ´ était un cadeau de Noël de mon grand père et je me souviens m ´ être amusé de longues heures avec lui , que de souvenirs 😃 . En tout cas bravo pour votre restauration, continuez ainsi 😃

[@TheFabrik]

Merci beaucoup ! Toujours émouvant de raviver les souvenirs 😌🙌 Je vais garder cette machine un moment je pense😉

[@dsb1763]

WOW! You really made that little man work to sharpen your screwdriver.🤣🤣. Awesome job on the restoration!👍

[@TheFabrik]

Hey thank you so much !! 😃🙌

[@jeanbonnefoy1377]

Needing some restoration, but as with Fleishmann or Märklin items, the overall manufacturing quality speaks for itself. Btw, @ 5:47 we didn't see you applying the masking tape before spraying the blue coat! (Same with the red one a little bit later)😅 And amazing results with powder coating!👍 And as usual, the end result is absolutely perfect, you're a real master. Kudos!🤗✔️

[@Atlas-wv3fm]

Why would we need to see him apply it ?

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much ! I didn’t film the masking tape you’re right. Quite boring to me but I could have shot a few seconds tho. I cannot show everything you know ;) Thanks again 😌🙌

[@Руслан-й4я2к]

Просмотрел видео. Да-а-а ты Красава, других слов нет. Руки и голова все на месте. Храни Бог тебя и близких. Добра тебе дорогой.

[@DoomSpartanplays]

It’s amazing it’s like you bought it from the store (at the end)

[@TonyBletas]

German ingenuity and pride even in the manufacture of their toys! Anyone who grew up with these marvelous engines knows what I'm talking about.

[@XY_Dude]

Cool, got one for Cmas in early 60’s. Ended up in parts cause I needed the sheet metal to fabricate a new transmission shifter plate.

[@TheFabrik]

Oh that’s too bad !! Though it is something I could have done too 🙌😅👍

[@faustdj7878]

Wow, and Holly wow! This restore is the best I have ever seen, the detail and workmanship is over the top. Love it!

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you ! Glad you enjoyed it 🙌

[@mollysunshine8312]

This was so dam awesome!!!! I had one of those in the 70's when I was young. The 70's had awesome toys. Mine was just the powerplant not the man though. You do such incredible restorations. Well done!!!!!

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much !!!

[@oldnick4707]

Back in the mid-seventies my friend's dad brought one of these exact examples out to show us, put it on the picnic table next to the garage and showed us how to operate it!! What a great guy!

[@TheFabrik]

Always touching to bring the memories back 😌🙏

[@oldnick4707]

@@TheFabrik, True fer sure! Thanks for the impetus friend! These are really aren't just toys, though they are a blast for a kid to check out, but they are instructional tools. The idea of rotating elements and control arms, simple-bearings, heat and steam, etc., but they and they're like are also great instructional tools for life's basic fundamentals such as 'cause and effect' etc.. Very neat, yep!

[@mikef.1000]

How wonderful! It's great that you gave it an actual run at the end of the restoration... that's what these things were made for.

[@sergeyshyshkov2483]

Чудова іграшка-модель парової машини.Не знаю точно коли випускалася,але ,видно ,досить давно.І що справді дивує,що реставратор може навіть по проходженні такого часу придбати автентичні запчастини,прокладки-ущільнюваяі,і навіть топливо,про що свідчить зображення агрегату на упаковочній коробочці зпід сухого палива.Оце сервіс!Респект і майстрові ,і фірмі-виробникові.

[@EHTheGreat]

I have this exact one, time to find it and show it to my kids.

[@TheFabrik]

Yeah !! 👍

[@Mirrorgate]

Very professional instructive video of a beautiful Wilesco D16 steam engine restoration. The end result is stunning, keeping it as close as possible to the original. Especially your "japaning" with help of spraypaint and a syringe I found quite inventive. I still have a Wilesco D20 that I bought new in 1981 for 200 Dutch Guilders. It needs a lot of TLC. It has not run for at least 15 years. Your video is perfect for giving me the right pointers.👌

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much 🙏 Glad you liked it 👍

[@jillmenter5628]

I always enjoy the meticulous way you work. Beautiful result.

[@wayneandrus240]

What a beautiful and sensitive, and thorough restoration. I love these steam engines.

[@Lapantouflemagic0]

I'm always amazed at the absolute insane design, the extend of engineering applied to a child's toy, at a time where manufacturing was certainly not as cheap as today... Also the massive amount of work !

[@Mofapilot]

They are still made today...

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much !! When toys were instructives 😌

[@jasonmillers6941]

I was imagining the engineer who made this in the 1950's. Quite an great feat of miniature engineering.

[@urgences78]

J'adore ton travail et ta méticulosité devant la restauration de ces jouets anciens. Merci beaucoup pour ces moments de détente et ça donne aussi envie de s'y mettre !

[@TheFabrik]

Un grand merci !

[@echohunter4199]

Makes me proud to see the amazing things my people can do. Well done sir.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you 🙌

[@rugosetexture2716]

I was given one of these when I was a tot back in the early seventies. It was a wonderful toy. It's been a pleasure to watch you restore it to its former glory. Thank you very much! :o)

[@brucebarker6272]

Wilesco made a less-elaborate version of this, which I've had since childhood. It doesn't have the boiler sight-glass or the separate worker figure, and the whole thing is a bit more compact. This video has inspired me to pull it out the box, clean it up, and see what happens. Hard to believe these were marketed to kids... but kids back then were much more acquainted with working with their hands. And rather than putting a protective barrier around every potential danger, parents taught 'em the inherent risks in working with high heat and flammables. Not saying it was better (or maybe I am), but it certainly was a different time.

[@milwaukeeroadjim9253]

Excellent restoration

[@SampaMondal-s8y]

😮😮😮😮😮😮😮 8:13 8:15

[@Felix-qw4bh]

My grandfather got one when he was 12 and he passed it down to me

[@samanthadean1083]

So cool!!! Though I was hoping that you would also restore the tiny man at the grinding wheel… Still awesome, though!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️❤️

[@PeterPauz]

I owned exactly that one as a kid. Thanks for bringing back my childhood memorys. In the last minutes of the video, I even had the iconic smell in my nose ❤

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you ! Always touching to bring the memories back 😌🙏

[@TomPrickVixen]

I'm pretty sure that this (or a very similar model) was still available in the 80's (with a dynamo). I remember seeing it in a mail-order catalogue.

[@psirvent8]

In fact they are still made and available now.

[@azbloc]

Une petite merveille cette machine à vapeur, la poudre argent/métal donne une superbe finition.

[@TheFabrik]

Bien d’accord ;) premier essai avec cette finition « chrome »… il aurait fallu vernir en plus normalement… 🧐

[@stevehasler8922]

These are still made and sold today. There is a version where four poles and a canopy roof mount to the four holes in the corners of the blue base. And accessories like electric lights, heaters, sawmills...

[@tweetmediagam]

So great restoration 👍😎😃🤟

[@andrewcharles459]

I had that exact engine as a child. How happy I am to see it again!

[@TheFabrik]

Always touching to bring the memories back 😌👍

[@Faithdenelzen]

I have the exact engine now at 50. Can't wait to get it going again