There's a reason these forks were only $200 (and how we modified them)

Modifying and mounting a set of very cheap forks for my old tractor

[@deirdrelowell-caldera3946]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I totally appreciate the mistakes and the realization of having to change it. I feel that realization in my bones. Don’t just show the pretty stuff, we need the encouragement.

[@That70sChannel]

"If you can weld, anything you have can become anything you want." I have a shirt that says, "Welding is like sewing, but with fire."

[@X1xmOOSex1X]

I fill tight holes with hot rod 😅

[@trailblazer632]

The metal glue gun 😂.

[@melodeeplath8002]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@gradyphillips8464]

Andy, ive been a follower since the beginning and every time i have a rough day, I can always count on a new video to take my mind off things. You've truly been an inspiration to me. I just noticed im typing this with my red fox farm shirt 😂. Love your videos brother, keep it up!

[@Wil_Liam1]

That old Lincoln,nicknamed ol Betsy by 1000s of pipeliners and welders down through the decades because its the most reliable,and smoothe welding machine known the modern man.. I grew up in a welding shop that had one of those on a trailer for jobs at a site and it never let us down once we got it started.. I installed one on my pipeline truck and used it for a couple decades before I effed up and sold the entire rig.. It's also a generator and can be started using ac current whenever the battery is dead or no good... Excellent score on getting that !!

[@cowshottv5867]

100 watt old school light bulb inside a busted ass microwave is an instant rod oven. Love the channel bro, keep it up

[@andyslittlehomestead6705]

I love it

[@ericogle2845]

Taking something that is broken and making use of it again putting it back into circulation is a great thing. You do excellent Andy , and you're saving lots of money. Keep up the good work!!

[@williammerritt3566]

Andy I really love your videos. I’m 61 years old and basically do the same things you do everyday for myself and others. Today I am welding on a hay spike, it ain’t perfect but I enjoy doing it and don’t care if doesn’t please others! Keep it up brother!

[@Johan-mw5gb]

The ability to create something out of nothing, assets out of scrap, .. that is what real genius is. And to do it with just enough "F*ck it, if it works it works", topped of with this nice humor... Hats off to you.

[@thomasmoore622]

I just learned stuff about welding rods from Andy! 🤯 In return I watched 3 commercials.

[@markhorrell9213]

Welding skill is something l was taught by dad when l was in my early teens on our farm. Got me out of a lot of trouble

[@jatomlin1991]

5:25 you showed us that weld for "conditioning" to make yours look better😂. Great video as always. Keep up the great work.

[@timothybailey7118]

When i farmed I was forced to learn how to weld strong. After I retired I had time to learn how to weld pretty. I admire the pros who know how to do both.

[@daphaneshultz5136]

hearing you crank up that welder reminded me of my Dads welder. That was way back in the late 60's and early 70's and I don't know what it was but it was old as dirt then. Im sure he bought it used because I don't think he ever bought new unless it was a dress shirt for Sunday church.

[@JohnPaul-ol5zl]

Pass those stories down to your kids. And show them how to build and fix a few things. They will cherish it when you pass onto the peaceful sleep. I'm reaching my 50s and have lost a lot if valuable Time with my kids because of my damn job and corporate greed. The past few years I'm slowly trying to teach them different skills for I feel my days are numbered and speed is on the side of Time, not mine. Regret is an awful feeling. God bless.

[@wesleylangston8286]

You got the stamp of approval, my youngest was watching with me and she said, "he's a good maker"

[@penguinistas]

Having a plethora of old equipment (various stump grinders, wood chippers and a skid steer), I've had to learn welding too. My welds started in the F grade range but with lots of practice they have steadily improved to a solid D minus. I refer to it as Drunken Sailor Welding, which help keep the helping-out-a-friend requests to a bare minimum.

[@denisegaylord382]

Rise to the occasion, but not so much that others will want you, 😅😂 love it, 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bannedfromtheshow8188]

Hey Andy, I have 40+ years of welding. You did an excellent job. FYI don't worry about keeping 7018 in a rod oven. That's a code vessel shop standard. Just keep them dry they'll be fine.

[@austinkrol9997]

Instant like because your videos never disappoint

[@hoseman1]

Looks good from here, Let er Wobble. Great old welder, I used one years ago, and it never let me down.

[@iangasson4406]

nice one andy they say you learn from your mistakes you must be the smartest one in that aria

[@slawlor100]

28 years at Lincoln Electric. Those SA 200s... people pay through the nose to keep them running. Can't believe the calls I would get on those for parts. Everyone loves them. Don't ever get rid of it. Parts will always be available from Lincoln. Basically bullet proof.

[@leer-winnobbeefarms2131]

Hay, Andy! Great video! See you on the next one! Lee

[@philipunderwood477]

I was hoping you would dry fit the 2 halves in place on the tractor, then tack together, remove, finish welding. But it all worked out in the end. Giddyup

[@brentwilkins4989]

My welds are guaranteed for the life of the weld. If it breaks it’s dead!!!! Keep doing you!! Certified Contraption Artist!!!!

[@martinarmstrong2206]

Love the Helen Keller jokes, and the content! And as always love you and you still need a skid steer!

[@JCWren]

As I first heard from Lucky Costa at Hotrod Garage, "A grinder and paint makes me the welder I ain't."

[@jamesjarrell7281]

Andy, I don't know how you feel about merch. But you should definitely sell some Ray Charles school of welding hardhat stickers..

[@snickelfritz4706]

That’s a mighty fine cut with a torch.

[@MrDoss89]

Well done, sir!! Adapt and overcome.

[@cancel-davis4171]

You Recycled those forks, Fabricated them to fit, and 'you got it to work! GREAT job,

[@goudawgs]

Some excellent fabricobbling there

[@SouthernXNZ]

Ray Charles nailed it those welds 😎👨‍🦯 😂😂

[@jeepfreak81]

When the spray paint came out I almost shot my drink out my nose 😅

[@austinsmith1815]

Man I’ve welded for years farm welding and I’ll lie honest what you just said about the difference in 6011 and 7018 just explained so much to me really appreciate it!

[@balboshrooms]

Instant like

[@firewalker1372]

Grinding and paint, makes me the welder I ain’t.

[@julianpritchard2558]

As regards welding quality, I’m definitely in the “ Seagull shit special “ grade !

[@jessemattics4096]

Love your videos of you just doing your thing appreciate you taking your time to share your life with us

[@revgee93]

👏😎 Bravo. Great Work. 😎👍 Enjoyable Video. Awesome Machine.

[@markhorrell9213]

In an emergency...you can hook 2 12v car batteries in series to jump cables...one to earth the other clamping the rod n weld with that. I needed a jump start after but the spring repair held up till l made it back to civilization

[@ranmarks6739]

If the weld holds it's good

[@Dagrond]

Damn, you make me chuckle son.

[@coreytelford3051]

Looks good from here my man.

[@rhondasweeney7271]

Great job welding! 😊 Thanks for sharing!

[@madflatlander]

Grinder and paint makes me the welder I ain't.

[@2LateIWon]

Vevor has done fourth attachments for like $150 or so. They have been pretty good for me so far.... But then that wouldn't make for a very good video.... Hey guys welcome to Andy's little homestead I bought some vivore pallet forks in here I put them on the end lol Love your videos God bless keep them coming

[@locustvalleyfarms7241]

Your welder has the same engine as my Tractor lol

[@carlwest859]

As an official uncertified welder with decades of mud daubing and grind it down to make 'em look OK, a smear of painters latex caulk over the rough spots before painting puts the project into a certifiable grade. Or better to borrow the neighbor's wire feed welder and become professional grade after a few minutes of practice. Take care.

[@myrandabrown]

If you’re willing to travel being a certified welder will make you buckets of money. I did it from ‘04 to ‘17.

[@ronnielloyd4514]

Learning basic things such as welding is very valuable. You can always weld 💩 together that will help you daily. You just need basic skills to help you when you are out working by yourself.

[@GreenMosin93]

I took one semester-long welding class in high school probably 15 years ago, and even I find myself questioning some of the original "beads" 😅

[@shawnkane7152]

Looks great from my place Andy! $253 don’t forget the $3 for the paint.🤣😂

[@ScrollinForATrollin]

lOVE YOUR CONTENT AS ALWAYS

[@ZachLobdell]

Nice

[@floydferguson5366]

Great video!

[@deant876]

I have made some bad looking welds in the past. But like you said, it's held so far

[@alucarder]

Great video

[@DustonDiekmann]

hows the Cabin build going from 2 ish years ago? Glad to see your back

[@callisto1556]

Good video and job

[@pwarren1516]

You're a professional compared to whoever made that thing. I would have been embarrassed to sell it if those were my welds 😂

[@Shanetheplumber]

Awesome

[@robertlemoine3500]

Thankyou 😊

[@richardmoore8224]

Your just one freakin awesome dude!

[@ronbass8136]

As long as it works who cares what it looks like

[@jeffpeters1014]

Love it!

[@X1xmOOSex1X]

With a 6011 and a 7018 you can weld a fart in a tornado and the butt crack of dawn

[@georgebechard5463]

Definitely should do a 6010 root and 7018 for EVERYTHING...lol. BEAUTIFUL machine though ❤❤ And as a welder, every state Fair and carnival is all the more sketchy 😂😂😂

[@tristanconnolly5675]

Nice.

[@givemebackmypurse.6894]

It's been two weeks Andy. Please give us a new video. Please.

[@angus3771]

Once over dust twice over rust three coats over questionable welds 😂

[@juergenzenner4219]

Perfect job…. Just one small adjustment… !!

[@maxinemadero9650]

❤❤❤❤

[@trailblazer632]

15. 15 penguins were killed to build a new set of forks. And thats why you should recycle the old shit into shit to make usable shit 😂

[@denisegaylord382]

Let'er wobble!

[@robertuffman3041]

i can relate

[@Hanky_Bannist8r]

There ain't much a blue tipped wrench won't fix.

[@miket6350]

Who else squinted their eyes at 2:29?

[@jerryullrich380]

U need a DC weilder not a ac one

[@steventalbott903]

Your crazier than I am (not really a good thing.)