Trailer Hitch Replacement with a Twist.

[@curtis4991]

Some of these ol' boys equipment they daily down the highway scares the living daylights out of me 😄. Solid repair as usual thanks for the knowledge over the years, there's never a wasted moment watching a great mind at work.

[@devinmanderson]

Ain't it something...these ol' boys really show the true strength of steel and stupidity.

[@falcon8553]

I agree! 🥺. I'm thinking...should I pass or wait... 🤠

[@peterbiltpilot516]

Abused stuff breaking is one thing. Breaking while going highway speeds is another

[@devinmanderson]

@@peterbiltpilot516 well that's when things get a bit western.

[@bobpowers9862]

I really had no idea there was such a thing as "anti-welding" or arc gouging. Amazing, really. Incredible skill demonstrated on that part alone.

[@Brainmalfuction]

I love the unwelder saves a shit ton of grinding if you know how to use it

[@AlwayzPr0]

cutting edge engineering has a bunch of videos with it, super cool

[@tomt9543]

It’s fast, and also doesn’t put as much heat into the steel as a torch would, which can be important in some cases. In the hands of someone who knows what they’re doing, it’s possible to wash off old weld so cleanly that grinding isn’t necessary! IC Weld is clearly one of these people!

[@donaldpetrey5843]

Nice air arc work don’t see it often but nice to see

[@mmmmikemcgillicutty3877]

Nor I

[@douglasbasinger2513]

Wow! The shots of the gouging are awesome! You can really see how it works. Thanks for that!

[@bombardier3qtrlbpsi]

You are right on there. Can see exactly how Isaac moves the rod too cut away the weld.

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

Yep, a skilled craftsman at work with his tools!

[@harveylong5878]

The easy jobs tend to throw curve ball in the mix don't they. No bitching no moaning, Isaac just rolled with the punches,got the job done

[@thegoodthebadandtheugly9920]

I really enjoy watching your videos, because I feel like no matter what you are working on you put your 100% best into it. Most people would look at this trailer and do bare minimum just to make a few bucks. Thanks man!

[@ICWeld]

I appreciate that!

[@devinmanderson]

IC just want to let you know your videos have helped and inspired me in pursuing a career in mobile welding coming from a mechanic background I'm now slowly but surely began building my first rig and taking on my first jobs. Your truely a master and artist of the trade.

[@chadkennedy529]

Good luck 👍

[@ICWeld]

Right on man. Get after it!🙂👍

[@teak5476]

How much school for certifications are there to get that? I literally have no clue, that's why I am asking.

[@chadkennedy529]

@@teak5476 In my opinion school is worthless.. I did it and learned more In 3 months than I did in 8 and 30k dollars later. Get out in the field and keep your mouth shut and ears open 👍

[@devinmanderson]

@@chadkennedy529 agreed I went to a school here in California and ended up teaching the other students how to pass their test welds. I learned more in 6 months in the oil patch and 8 months building pipe fence then that school ever taught me. If your not actively looking for new methods trying new things and learning on the job then find a new career. Heck my rig right now almost everything is 30+ years old and I have to work on it all the time. But its owned and paid for dont have a cent in debt for any of it.

[@BrokenRRT]

Wish I had that relationship with my father. You are both blessed!

[@cornbobrimlove7892]

You always find a solution to the problems.

[@jenksify]

Love how the welder and the arc gouger seem to be extensions of your hand. Also love how you're always looking for the next job, "not my problem, YET".

[@ronbuckner8179]

Isaac you are more than an artist, you are a metal craftsman. I truly hope your son picks up your skills and commitment to your craft. At one point this labor will command premium demand. Your experiences are fascinating to watch

[@screwzscrewz1813]

This guy clearly has a few years of experience and really knows what he’s doing. Please keep making videos so the younger generations can learn from you.

[@kenanderson9331]

Your right, the arc gouging works incredibly well for this job. As usual sir your plan and execution is spot on!

[@BruceBoschek]

I've seen you use arc gouging often enough that it was my first thought when you showed the problem. What impressed me was welding that bar on there and then heating just at the right spot while pressure was being put on it. Your experience and ingenuity are always a delight to watch. Thanks for another enjoyable video.

[@Jimleben]

i always find your work mesmerizing to watch.

[@PrairieMechanic]

I enjoyed the dark lens for the gouging. Very neat to see the separation of the 2 metals as you go. Up until now I didn’t realize how helpful this arc gouging is. Great video.

[@ICWeld]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Wingnut_Stickman]

If I were a betting man, I would wager that the twisting to the channel was done through the abundant use of tugging force on the safety chain, someone trying to manouever the trailer using the chain as a hitching point, if I were a betting man, I suppose. Excellent video, thank you for sharing.

[@markfryer9880]

Possible, but how do you explain the tear in the original hitch on the other side away from the chain twist? Something else has happened to this trailer that we have not been told about.

[@Wingnut_Stickman]

@@markfryer9880 That tear is interesting, and it might be related, to the twist in the channel, and it might not. Big hypothetical. Who knows, have the chains been replaced, for instance? Fun to imagine what happened. Definately "out of spec" behaviours.

[@philvaughan4091]

2 truths I have learned; 1) If the customer calls, explains the job AND states “it’s an easy repair”…. they have not told me everything! 2) If at first glance I think the job is straight forward and easy… I keep looking because I’ve overlooked something! 🤣🤣 Throughout your videos I always see you going above and beyond to correct the issue at hand. I’ve learned a lot from you,,, Thank you. Y’all stay safe…😊

[@markfryer9880]

Valid points Phil. Always keep looking for the snake in the grass that will try to bite you. It's there in every job big or small.

[@brokenbit]

Such delicate and smooth moves! Love your boy working with you.

[@darrellroeters4951]

Love it when you show and analysis the problem. Engineering it and repairing it not to fail again.

[@mdlouie]

Something about your videos lifts my mood. I think it's your voice; so calm and relaxed. Regardles, thank you for the content.

[@ICWeld]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@danvertdavis6867]

Isaac great job as always!...PLEASE do a truck frame repair video one day!! Everybody acts like its the ultimate no no to weld a truck frame...you are the man to show how it's done!!!

[@Zak6959]

Doing frame welds depends upon the regulations in the state or province you were in. At the shop I was working at years ago they used to do lots of Frame stretches, box installs etc. now the laws have changed what can be done on a frame rail.

[@harveylong5878]

@@Zak6959 yep. Most welding shops here won't accept or touch frames. Too much liability.

[@danvertdavis6867]

@@Zak6959 much respect.....but like I said to Isaac he is the kind of welder that can and would take it on...like if you crack a frame on a $150,000 tri axle dump what are you going to do???THROW IT AWAY AND BUY ANOTHER ONE!!!!

[@sumduma55]

@@danvertdavis6867 here is the problem. Federal regulation requires that welds and repairs to frames on vehicles driven on the road must be in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. This can be compounded by state and local regulation or laws. When you are talking about a triaxle dump, you have even more to worry about because federal regulation 393.201 limits what can be done to a frame on a commercial truck and/or trailer. They define a commercial motor vehicle as any vehicle or combination of vehicles having a gross vehicle weight "rating" of 1001 pounds or more.. notice the rating there. It is what the manufacturer says the vehicle can weight not how much it weighs at any given point in time and regardless of how it is titled or licensed in a state. Non commercial licrnsed vehicles and passenger licensed vehicles can fall within this regulation if the gross vehicle weight rating is high enough. The vehicle can be shut down on the side of the road and along with fines, you can be forced to repair or tow the vehicle from the spot. Now there most likely is an approved process for frame repairs. They might include welds and might include just replacing the actual frame rail section completely. It's up to the manufacturer what this process is. And you have to be specifically careful because some truck frames are heat treated or hardened after assembly so any welding or torch cutting on them can ruin the structural integrity of the frame making it even worse.

[@danvertdavis6867]

@@sumduma55 much respect and good info....but we know what a manufacturer is going to say $$$$$$$$$..... If a GOOD welder does the job correctly IT AINT GOIN ANYWHERE!!!!!.....most fun things in life are illegal anyways 😂

[@HoodWeldingandFabrication]

Watching your plan of attack on these jobs is awesome because when I see the start and the issues you’re repairing I have in my head how I would do it. Almost 100% of the time you take the same path I would which makes me feel like I’m doing something right in this industry. Excellent work as always. Keep it up.

[@larrykeenan598]

The key to any successful project is to plan your work and work your plan.

[@Crewsy]

The gouge is definitely a time saver. Years ago I worked at a large propane supplier in Toronto and when they were adding 4 more 30,000 gallon storage tanks in the yard they upgraded the older tanks. All the new openings for larger piping were fitted using a gouge. That was the first time for me to see a gouge in use and it was amazing to see how it handled the 1” steel tank walls.

[@N269]

The only word that I can sensibly say is.... ARTIST. Edit:... luv it! "Not my problem... yet"... perfect!

[@metubewot]

Your understanding of how metal behaves inspires me. Another great video.

[@dylanpeterson6192]

I think this is the clearest video you've done on gouging, as far as showing just how quickly you can remove material with finesse. The heavy repairs don't articulate that point as well for people who aren't familiar with the process. Funny how the simple stuff can get more attention that the more difficult.

[@ICWeld]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johnblecker4206]

You have great habit of separating the old welds so neat and clean so there perfect for another rewelding.

[@JRPalak]

I'm blown away by IC's skill set-arc gouging, vertical up welding, torch work, just to name the most notable. And in the end, a nice and highly effective repair! Great Job!

[@christianmccollum1028]

Me too. Was just bragging about him on another channel's comments. A true master.

[@FIGGY65]

35 or so years of industrial experience,quality craftsmanship , plus his ethical mindset….That’s the recipe for success.

[@thelazywelder1645]

Damnnnnnnnn you got the dimide clamps!! That’s how I know you’re a good welder. Those things are the best

[@osoquik4447]

Geez, that trailer hitch was on its last leg literally. Great upload IC!

[@tonywitte2827]

Merry Merry Christmas to you and your family

[@NathanCEnyart]

I am watching your channel. I enjoy watching you do your work. Yeah I know everyone nitpicks everything. I am not nitpicking. I really learn stuff about welding.

[@loufaiella3354]

Another welder would have only patched the original crack. Isaac realizes that this job although small is a real safety issue. Fantastic job. Stay safe!!

[@ricanderson5717]

Thanks for the great video Isaac. Wishing you and your family a safe and happy New Year from central Texas!

[@MrKotBonifacy]

It's really refreshing, even amusing to see Isaac welding "farmer style" - rusty irons, poking the stick through the rust, dragging arc across five inches of the piece being welded... Oh boy, I just loved it! : ) Yes, yes, I know - Q&D, JGID piece of steel to push another piece of metal in one-off job. No need to bother with cleaning or anything like that, just get a good digging rod, crank the amperage up, and "yee-haw!" ;-)

[@ICWeld]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Gus1966-c9o]

“ Heatin and a Beatin “ ! Great job again IC

[@johnandcarolynmills3061]

Thanks so much , I could watch you all day, But then i don't get any jobs done myself. Merry Christmas

[@HanksDeuce]

As a mechanical engineer at a chem plant I have called out for arc gouging on demo jobs before, but I never got a chance to watch it in action until now. Thanks for showing a great example of how it's done. Much quicker than a cutoff wheel.

[@ICWeld]

I will be making a video on arc gouging with more detail soon.

[@donaldbrown6044]

As a fellow mechanical engineer I urge you to go buy a hood and watch your field guys. They are experts in their trades just like you are with yours. At the end of the day, if you approach these guys humbly with questions they will teach you a lot.

[@bobcarry4820]

At first I thought "no plasma cutter" until I looked at the gouging. Then you used a plasma cutter and realized why you did what you did. Very informative video. Thank you sir.

[@PoteauCowboy]

You know your welding And You know your metal. It shows in your repairs.....

[@nameofthegame9664]

Love that Starwars welding hat! Nice job as always!

[@kenluther9948]

always enjoy watching the "metal magician".

[@zachdidow2441]

Two things, I loved the drag stitch so you didnt have to re arc. Just a crazy technique that shows years of feild work. Also I laughed really hard at "That leg is something else. Oh well not my problem....Yet." I think I could hear you smirk LOL.

[@davidmunro1469]

Thank you. That temporary bender worked so good.

[@hijodejahguide]

Great video, nice camara views. Thanks for the wisdom!

[@losiyotaman]

Love the welding cap 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 “may the arc be with you”

[@MasterHustler]

This is a great video because many people have damaged trailers that they need to repair. For under $1000 with equipment and many IC videos, this can be done by farmers and others. Thank you IC.

[@robertpeters9438]

You truly leaving a legacy for all time!

[@mongomay1]

Thanks IC and wish you all the best in the New Year!

[@Josh.Straughn]

I love the hood screen for the camera so incredible to see what you're seeing

[@tfp777]

Nice camera work, especially the arc gouging and in HD.

[@mikeznel6048]

Man you're amazing with the air arc gouging.

[@cliffmorain7215]

My favorite gouging tool, one pass and it's clean. Great video again.

[@stphnalln]

Love watching a master work his craft.

[@MrAlittle5150]

I really enjoy watching your videos. You are a artist, craftsman and a master. Who was your helper?

[@ICWeld]

pops

[@fzj801996]

Like the SW welding cap!

[@calraines6931]

Another sweet repair. Takes me back to my Dresser days in machine shop. Weld shop or Plant 1 was at the end o the building and the noise and fumes was overwhelming when those guys started gouging out nozzle slots in cases 6-8 inches thick. Something to see!

[@howder1951]

Nice work, a competent welder is worth his weight in gold!

[@BentTreeFarmPa]

True artist! So many “welders” would have just cut the hitch off, mig’d it back on and sent it!!

[@thegoodthebadandtheugly9920]

Definitely happy to see a welding shield for the camera, that's SICK!! Thank u!!

[@hmmm367]

Really dig the arc shots, esp the gouging. Thank you for bringing us along.

[@ICWeld]

More to come!

[@kevinknight470]

I have always preferred arc gouging to torches when damage control is needed. Enjoy watching true professionals. Thanx IC.

[@RG-gn1ln]

Nice work, I have found that a 6 or 8in bridge clamp can usually take the bow out of the channel easily and also works good on straighting truck frames. It is amazing how much pressure they can put on contact points and the larger the clamp the more pressure.

[@woodstock048]

Mister, watched a lot of your videos, “You are a real artist”.

[@ericvogel1126]

I always learn something from your lessons. Thanks, Isaac.

[@dacasa1802]

Excellent Battle ICWeld!!! 👏👏👏👏👏 Powerful

[@Milincollin]

I love watching you gouge. You are a surgeon with that thing sir. Awesome video as usual.

[@peewee.3138]

Another better than factory original repair by IC Welds! Some people have no concept of hauling a trailer and especially backing one up and should not be allowed to use them! Hope you have a great holiday season. John from Canada 🇨🇦

[@robertdominiczak6523]

As always I have gained some more knowledge.merry Christmas. Fantastic video again.

I can't believe you have only 90k subscriber man, you deserve millions, your work has thought me things that had put food on my table. Thanks for what you do.

[@ICWeld]

Maybe one day!

[@bobbymcbulge18]

After watching this I realized that I need an arc gouging torch. Thanks for the educational video and as always, solid repair. I dug it!

[@bobgoodman1451]

It's a pleasure to watch and learn from an expert craftsman, even doing simple jobs

[@kennethconnors5316]

thee editing is getting as good as your welding "SPOT ON"!!

[@александртрусов-р2м]

good job.studying with you is a great honor for me!!!

[@александртрусов-р2м]

Привет из России!!!!

[@paulsto6516]

I love to watch you work!

[@forrestdigman4137]

your knowlage and skill are amazing i learn some thing new from you a lot great teacher you are you do so much good !!!!!

[@cdnaudioguy]

The gouging is like a weld eraser! Thank for sharing!

[@navigatorx1013]

Great cam work on the air-arc/exo-therm.

[@220jonnyblaze]

I feel like a calmed Indian chief when watching you’re videos

[@redeyedave8519]

Your Videos are getting better and better and way more informative than a good few others out there.. After watching you for a while , you finally seem to be becoming less camera shy to talk and explain certain aspects, you dont need to be a showman or as shy like AVE (just showing your hands ) keep it up ( and ignore the haters ) learnt more about welding from you in a few videos than an actual shop class.

[@nevillekinsley5610]

Very impressed with the way you bent the beam back into place.

[@petermccuskey1832]

Great execution of your plan. As always enjoy your workmanship.

[@robertmanley7556]

Nice work !! The customer should be pleased not sure when the trailer was made they didn't put a little something there like you did.....but hey if they would have we might not have had this video !! Nice work as always always a pleasure to watch you work !!

[@robbt90]

I really enjoy watching you work. Great video!

[@brianmckibben2300]

Jackknifing a trailer can do some nasty damage. Nice work came out of all those sparks.

[@tommyt2854]

Holy cow bud! Been awhile since I tuned in, video sharpness/clarity is phenomenal! Excellent cac shots!!

[@ICWeld]

Welcome back!

[@PorkBarrel.]

Really excellent arc shots gouging exposes split line very well.

[@williamparry9314]

Nice to listen to the easy back and forth between you two. Great vid as always, stay safe both.

[@jdw-616]

That metal cutting had me pretty confused until I read the comments, that is some crazy stuff

[@ronnieholloway9109]

Great video Issac. Very educational your a true American craftsman

[@mauricekeithjohnson2598]

I'm learning more every job ! Thank you--and Happy New Year !

[@stevem5139]

You know how to make metal do what you want it to. Nice work

[@Watchyn_Yarwood]

You, sir, are an artist with the arc gouger!

[@billtribble7197]

good job straightening the bent rail. thanks for your video

[@aubreydawlearn8915]

I would be really interested in seeing a truck tour video showing what all you carry on the truck and how it is all stored etc.

[@TheFritz423]

Great to see an actual video again! Keep it up it's informative and entertaining.

[@petetheprettygooddog]

I have learned a lot from you even though the things I do are generally on a MUCH smaller scale. Thank you.

[@gracewthomas]

Just love to watch you do your thing bro , please more videos , thanks again Alan Thomas

[@byronlabelle7569]

An excellent video and very educational. You and Curtis @CEE Australia are above & beyond many Craftsman including myself(a humble machinist), you guys are also the only ones I've seen using arc gouging a good bit of the time.

[@ICWeld]

Yeah, I'm a fan of his page too. I really enjoy his work as well. And yes, Arc gouging is definitely the way to go when removing old welds or preparing cracks for welding.

[@bettybert]

Great skill, and very satisfying to watch how you put damaged and broken equipment back together. The job's a good'un. Best wishes from Al' in the UK. *****

[@robertdominiczak6523]

I’m a Brit living in Bulgaria and and here you just can’t get the equipment, Bulgaria must be about 30 years behind the rest of the world.