Insley Dragline Crane - Engine Tuning and First Moves in 20 Years! - Part 3

We get the engine straightened out and try to get the old girl moving from the spot where it sat for 20 years!
Part 1 and 2 here: • Insley Dragline Crane ... • Insley Dragline Crane ...
Valve setting video (around the 30 minute mark) - • Continental F245 Flath...
Carburetor manual - www.carburetor-...
Check out 73DiamondReo for interesting videos on his dragline and Insley pull shovel. / @73diamondreo

[@WatchWesWork]

Based on the mostly negative feedback for the "premier" feature, I cancelled it and made the video live. I thought it was kind of cool to be able to chat with the viewers, but I probably will not try it again.

[@ruppsrealestate8283]

Thanks for the great content! You should pin this comment to the top.. (I have no idea how but its possible)

[@WatchWesWork]

I thought I had.

[@ShainAndrews]

@@WatchWesWork It is pinned to the top... and it would have been nice to chat with you while you rolled a video out. Doesn't have to be for every video, but every once in a while it is nice to connect with real people.... ahh the internet. The crossroads of ineptitude and impatiences.

[@aserta]

Some background, that you may, or may not be aware of, regarding premiere and backlash to the feature. The premiere feature is part of a few changes the current and unwanted CEO of KZbin designed in order to transition YT from what it was to a fully paid site (think NetFlix but worse). She's been having a go at it for years now with four failed renditions of the same project, just changed the name each time and threw a fresh coat of paint on top. Recently however, she and her minions have begun altering the entire platform, one feature at a time, not just content with failing in their side of YT where they threaten certain content creators to post content or go dry out when the "algorithm" has a hiccup on their vids. And whilst some of the people are aggravated because of the waiting time when the video pops out, most of the hate for that feature stems from there. Sidenote, i know some are crossed that we'd suggest what KZbin should do with their own website, but everyone should keep in mind that our situation is akin to what happens with indentured servants (near slavery) in China. Content creators have little to no say in where the website goes, money is made off their backs and a very small fraction of that sum is sent back, now, by machinations of the CEO, even less than it used to be. I'm of course talking about the engineered adpocalypse, something that started with 3 "journalists" from WSJ (Wall Street Journal), who invented a story at the behest of the CEO, because no sane person would ever put things in perspective (with help from a bit of google-fu and online article from neutral sources) and think otherwise considering not only did they support the cruel remarks of those 3 stooges(when they were fully aware of what was happening), the CEO also met with WSJ to make a cover story for the whole situation "thanking" them for it, something no CEO would ever do. Or normal human being, i doubt someone would meet with their aggressor for a chit chat after the fact. WSJ got their minute of fame, the CEO managed to introduce new rules and regs that not only curtailed the rights of many to post things (historic channels, political debates etc) but also cut a substantial chunk of the ad revenue. Whilst it might sound as tin-foil talk, trust me this is all based on fact and observation.

[@leexgx]

Yep I don't like it and worse for you the dislike actually sticks even when the video gets published (changed to like now ) just very annoying that it's on my list+notification and not watchable just a waste of a tap

[@geraldtrudeau3223]

"I'm willing to milk a couple more videos out of it". I like that,....refreshing honesty. 👍😄

[@WatchWesWork]

Well it's true!

[@geraldtrudeau3223]

@@WatchWesWork That's what makes it so refreshing. 😍😁

[@zomie1]

It is because we love seeing other tortured ....

[@krbuck]

Its just cool seeing something like this resurrected. Not a mystery. :)

[@oliver-ht1lv]

Insley milk

[@scoop4363]

Thanks from an old mechanic. You keep doing what you're doing. And remember, "Don't let stupid people ruin your day."

[@crdorado1195]

Wes, give those jerks no mind. I have COMPLETELY enjoyed your efforts in all of the 3 vlogs. The reason they balk at your efforts is that they can't open a beer and fart at the same time. There's many more that like the videos than not. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

[@neilmurphy845]

Yes I like his videos they know nothing about mechanics

[@texasjetman]

I agree 100%. Don't give the negative Nancy's the privilege or honor of one single word from your mind or response. We are all learning here and your taking your valuable time to share with us. I speak for myself and I'm sure many others thank you for your time and efforts. Looking forward to more on this old INSLEY IRON HORSE

[@neilmurphy845]

@@texasjetman ya me to

[@neilmurphy845]

@@jacqueschappelle5857 true

[@laelboren7760]

Pretty cool to see an old Insley run. I am one of the owners of the parent company that used to own Insley and I personally ran the facility that last made them in Minnesota called Badger equipment. Ironically I noticed you mentioned a Pierce governor, it just happens that our company owned Pierce as well. I am glad to see someone get one of these old girls running again. Looks like fun.

[@SpokanePsychoDan]

I'm looking for a track drive shaft/sprockets/bearings for a Hein Werner C14, I think it used the Insley crawler. Any chance you know where I can get one?

[@lustfulvengance]

I have an incredible amount of respect for the guys that ran these things back in the day and built this country with machines like that!! Were so spoiled with hydraulics and electrical motors now that we forget what the old timers had to work with!!

[@jimbeckettplay]

What you say is true. However, when these machines were in their prime, the men who ran them were thinking the same way. 'Man, I'm sure glad we don't have to dig that with picks, and shovels!'

[@mattydsmowershop2730]

Lustfulvengance the flywheels that aren’t even covered scare me

[@WinSomeLoseNone0]

@@mattydsmowershop2730 OSHA would shit their pants if they existed back in the day.

[@williamdon3442]

Lustfulvengance so true.

[@millibilli7058]

No kidding, no hydraulics there and if you said "pilot controls" they'd think you were talking about an air plane. And I'll bet that iron seat was plenty comfy on a -20 degree morning.

[@shackman9566]

Thank you I absolutely love this project. I had the good fortune at age 17 to operate a very old link belt drag line. It was the same size as much I can now recall. It had been converted to be just a crane. The original engine had been repowered to a 400 cat diesel. Your crane is much newer in design. The link belt I operated had large drum and brake system with esentric yoke the sinched a brake band around the drum. All functions where controlled by three or four levers. There were piped coming straight up out of floor of the cab. Chains with bull rings came up through the center of the pipes. You would pull up on the rings and rotate them 90 degrees and perch them into different cut outs on the interior walls of the tubes to change the functions of the levers. There 2 or 3 petals on the floor also. One I distinctly remember held the lift cable. I and another guy took turns hooking and operating the crane. We were standing under 10000 pound steel boxes of fine ground ceramic brick dust. Ron was a Vietnam Army Corp of Engineers Veteran. We had to trust one another not to lift off of that cable brake pedal while the hooker was removing the door locks at the bottom of the containers. They called them jim boxes cause the material came from a johns and mansfield fire brick plant. We used it as a filler for a product that was applied to the walls of underground coal mines to seal them and also it had something in it that would detect methane gas by turning color. Just like I notice your house movement the levers get pulled and you have to catch them and push or pull them the opposite way. The crane I ran was a different animal everyday because of the temperature and humidity. The bands would grab or slip. You had to use both hands or it could get away from you. I being young and Ron being used to crazy dangerous stuff from the war, we made a good team. Sorry to go so long you brought back some very good memories. Thank you again.

[@texasjetman]

106,000 views 800 comments in two days should tell you Wes that we like watching your detailed real life make it happen repairs. No matter what you tackle you give it your best and you are not afraid to say "that didn't work". I assure you 99.9% of us viewers will never see or be around n INNSLEY Crane so this is cool old schools technology and we like it.

[@DavidGrassSr]

I remember these old drag lines, 62 years ago i was 13 years old , my dad has a friend named Moon Smith that had a dirt pit. I would sneak over there and watch him dig dirt . One day he ask me to come on up and set in this iron seat and run this thing.. I was so scared that thing rattled and shook when you pulled those levers. Old Moon would just laugh when i made it swing to the right and left and make the boom go up and down . Dragging the bucket in was with dirt was something else you had to do 3 are 4 thing all at the same time ?? I guess that's why we love your old video's , they bring back a lot of old memories .. Thank You so much.. I rang the bell ??

[@lewiemcneely9143]

I learned on a 22-B Bucyrus with a clam bucket charging an asphalt in RVN in the Army. I was all OVER the sky the 1st time I tried running it and swinging. Just get in it and have at it. Got better as time went on. Made a good living with a drag bucket after I got out. Nothing like one of the old rigs. And I don't blame Moon. Might as well laugh as to cry!

[@chrispza]

When you were struggling with fitting the valve-spring, I was fighting not to reach into the screen to give a hand. Great job!

[@teamidris]

LOL, yep, I had the same feeling :o)

[@almorris171]

I was waiting for the lever bar to slip which is exactly what would happen to me. :)

[@1954hoser]

my father had one of these old draglines,it only had a 40ft boom and a 3/4yd bucket,but it worked, we had a continental in it from the beginning but i remember dad replacing it with a automotive 6cly ,,and it worked! he taught me how to operate it when i was 16yrs old!!! we were in fremont michigan,,"Fremont Gravel and construction company" got my ass chewed many times for dumping the dirt on top of the cab of the dump truck before I got good enough to load the truck,"got tired of the ass chewings!!! and even a 6yd chevy big 6cly 10speed dump truck,,hauled a lot of sand for beachs and pit run gravel for driveways. loved hearing this rig run again,keep up the good work! ours had bad center pin and clutchs. dad had the cancer and wanted to run the dragline one last time with me driving the dump truck,,I was 20 then,, loaded me twice and then we had to carry him back to hospital. I'm a operating excavator nowadays but will never forget the work commitment I was taught. i hope you get it to move again! dad would be proud,thanks

[@GrandsonofKong]

Post'em and I'll watch'em!! As mentioned, love to see old iron brought back to life. Realize it's not $$$ practical, especially when missing parts either.

[@shegone911]

My neighbor and I restored a 1954 Harvester. We had it in the field and people were literally stopping on the road to watch our ol timer go go go...its been a great summer on the farm 🚜 👌

[@manusamoaus]

Wes, milk away and resurrect that behemeth. I would love to see it move again and love seeing your videos. Good Luck and keep them coming.

[@tomrausch7014]

manusamoaus Resurrection, people love it even if they don’t know why. The more challenging the better.

[@beancounter6051]

I whole completely agree!!!!

[@WatchWesWork]

Well this one is a challenge!

[@pauldwalker]

It's fascinating to see you resurrect this beast!

[@CrazyPetez]

Wes, you are obviously so knowledgeable about mechanical devices and electrical components, you should ignore all the complainers and nay sayers. They aren’t worth the time to correct; they lack your knowledge level. I thoroughly enjoy your videos. Please keep all flavors of your videos coming.

[@meruliouslacrimens5154]

You milk as many videos as you like and we will keep on watching. I personally think its great that you not only put the work in but you rescue these magnificent machines rather than just letting them rust into oblivion, i mean who can afford to just dump something like this and walk away. We love it.

[@luisbatista1103]

Loved it when Wes went out to his family property and attempt to start the old abandoned machines.....wish he'd do this again every now and then....

[@lloydr.6271]

Apart from purely being interested there are a lot of us machine heads around the world who have a single project, mine is a 50 year old Massey Ferguson 135, and we learn from people like you. I have worked away from the farm all my adult life and came back after 50 years and now I need this stuff to work out even the most basic stuff. Don't worry about the knockers,they don't have to watch. In addition even my wife watches Mustie, Bundy Bear and you plus scores of others. If you can afford the time and expense and you enjoy it then more of the same, if not then we've enjoyed and learned from everything you've done, just look at the views!!!!! Thanks Lloyd and Donna .. Wales, UK.

[@iowalife6562]

I like the video because its a old scrapper coming back to life after who knows how many years and you take a real interest in it. Its very interesting to see this old piece of equipment run and move again.. Thanks for the updates !

[@danielramsey1959]

I really enjoy watching these! Been a mechanic in Alaska since 1992, tons of old iron up here!

[@reefranger38]

I love it so much I watched it twice. Im just fascinated by a person finding a derelict piece of machinery (especially a tracked machine) and taking the time to make a video show how it was brought back to life.

[@CJE2007.5]

the critics come out on every channel i watch. Do this do that they say well it's NOT there pocket book that the money is coming out of. They never seem to understand that this old equipment was parked for a reason. Its old outdated and most of the time you can't get parts. Besides the fact that this old equipment is nothing like the new junk they produce today or since 1980. This old iron was made to last which didn't help the dealerships in selling new equipment. Just disregard all the fools that give you a hard time. Keep up the great work its pretty cool to watch someone else do the stuff i do myself and definitely reassures me that at least im not the only one who runs into problems with old iron. Thanks again Wes

[@ludvigtande1236]

Never thought I would see anything move on her. Fascinating. Will be here every time you post.

[@leecosworth]

The more negative comments and people you get viewing your channel the better your doing, just jealousy for either what or how you do things or what your working on or how you found it, some great work and a nice piece of history saved and useable, well done.

[@jkrende]

DUDE... That thing is awesome. I mean, yeah, it's old and would have limited uses but that thing is still just... awesome old iron. Keep it up we're going to have to nick-name you Lazarus.

[@e.harveymclendon8166]

if its a k or l model lt was made for the military during WWII to build air strips & the such as tor the center main shaft it has no bearings only Bronze bushings i rebuilt one in the 1980s but you have to build-up the center shaft & TURN IT DOWN with a home-made lathe. jack-up the top using with cribbing & a jack on cribbing under the counterweight crossways with the machine then pull out car body from under the machine do necessary work & welding & machining

[@e.harveymclendon8166]

then reverse the process to reassemble .you have to remember these were throw-away machines as far as the military was concerned cheaper to use them to create an artificial reef than to load them on a ship & bring them back to the

[@TomPauls007]

Hey Wes - As a gearhead and lovin' old stuff, these videos are really quite enjoyable. Yes, the goal is just to tinker and get it working. That's all. Please ignore the hormone-boosted folks that were typically born on the wrong side of the bed. Rock on!!

[@gordbaker896]

Love it. Well Done Sir. Please dump some 50/50 antifreeze in it before leaving it . Not possible to drain the entire block. Start spraying penetrating oil on all those clutch parts and Brake assy's. I had the biggest smile when things started to rotate and move! Get a garden sprayer and spray all the tracks and sprockets etc., with Diesel. You could make a crude replacement for that missing part. Top of threaded shaft appears to have been hammered.

[@awkwarddude]

My thoughts too Gord Baker!

[@TheGryxter]

As a retired aircraft mechanic, I love your "were not trying to finish the Dakar Rally". Fucking perfect my man. Shit, you just want to see if it will run. I applaud that. If it was toast, good luck trying to get your money back for all the parts you mentioned. Keep t up, I never worked on anything this old, but I did enjoy the hell out of watching you "get er done"!!!!!!

[@almosthuman4457]

Thanks for sharing, i really appreciate the opportunity to see the guts of old machines sometimes good ideas are lost through the generations of engineers.

[@deniseclark2639]

KEEP AT IT WES AS A RETIRED PLANT MECHANIC IT TAKESME BACK . I LIVED AND LOVED THAT JOB AND SO DO YOU ALL THE BEST FROM THE UK

[@73DiamondReo]

Thanks again for the shout out. I have that gear driven governor on my Lima with a 525ci buda gas engine. I hear the engine pull down a little when trying to travel but those clutches will need to clean the inside of the drums up. You can try fullers earth, ajax, borax, comet in there with the clutch spinning to shine it up. once the clutch is hot vinegar will also help. I think your drive chains are more stuck on the sprockets than the tracks actually being the issue. That style track is pretty sloppy setup unlike modern tracks that the links will rust tight on. I soaked my track drive chains and beat them with a hammer some and they move pretty well now. Just keep working it back and forth and it will cooperate. I feel like i was watching myself in this video going through everything i did with the Lima. That big forklift would be super handy to have around outside the shop. BTW did you get my last email? Frank

[@WatchWesWork]

I did. I don't have drop box. Maybe we can figure something else out. I've been soaking the chains in oil, but they are stiff. I tried the old trick of hitting them on the side of the links, but it doesn't help much.

[@beckywatt5048]

A small jack hammer/ large air hammer would do it , a buddy of mine got a couple in a Jeager air compressor I fixed for him a few yrs ago.

[@daveschuh1565]

73DiamondReo and the

[@dannyfoshee2292]

it amazes and boggles my mind that there geniuses wondering around on this earth that can walk up to old rust buckets out into the woods and fire it up after working on it.you know all about everything.what will you do with them after you're finished?wish you could get hold of my old 2006 ford taurus.i don't find any fault with anything you do.you're a very smart man.your curosity keeps you going.

[@slypig24]

Wes, I'm looking forward to watching you fix the forklift, to move the junk pile, to move the Dragline. Keep going.

[@texasjetman]

Me too. I learn a lot about diesels when he talks. I listen.

[@jtthill5475]

I watched this when it was first released and loved it then. Came back, don't know why, and it is even better the second time. You can milk all you want and I will watch. You are doing all the work to produced these videos and I for one appreciate the effort. Guess I will watch the forklift series next. That was fun also. Thanks for sharing.

[@kurbnutz6290]

Love the vids getting it started with what it's got no new parts or minimal new parts that's the best way to have it

[@garymucher9590]

I enjoy watching anyone make these old heavy equipment projects work again. And I also understand that everybody has their own ideas how that should be accomplished. But this is your project. You get to do whatever you want. We are just watchers and while some don't like how you are doing this come-alive series, it still is your decision. I'll continue watching because I never seen how such things were built or work. So it is a real learning experience for me. Thumbs Up!

[@darrinmoneer8518]

Wes we like you, because you work with what you got, like Mustie1!! GREAT VID

[@tanyaerskine7657]

I don't know who was giving you a hard time, but I enjoy watching videos like this. Thanks, and remember, you can do whatever the heck you want, and the complainers can pack sand.

[@oceannavagator]

Pretty amazing for an engine that could have voted for Herbert Hoover.

[@noahsmith6087]

Ha

[@Yukanhayt-Mhenow]

Lol classic

[@walterwhitaker1395]

All machines have a soul! She wants to live again because you cared enough to help her don't give up! Your a great mechanic she believes in you!

[@jamesschenk1963]

Enjoyed the video of the drag line crane. Your approach to making repairs to make it run made good sense. Keep up the good work. Be looking forward to future videos.

[@cujoedaman]

Ironically, first video I've watched on this channel and I certainly don't mind "milking more videos" for something like this. As a mechanic myself, I still find things like this fascinating and sometimes you can't cram a repair/restoration into one video. I've watched vids like this that have absolutely nothing to do with things I work on, but I have found a few times that some minor details pertain to everyday auto repairs. It's all relative in some way.

[@lesgobrandon]

Good job dude I’m really enjoying watching these videos on this old dragline.

[@JLange642]

You either love the sound of a purring engine or you don't. If you love it, you will always love it. If you don't, you may grow to like it, but the sound will never be a part of your soul! Great job- LOVE your videos!

[@peterfrazer1943]

Love watching this and admire your patience and knowledge.

[@patricesavard366]

well...the good thing about me... I wont argue with you...I dont know a thing about restoring an engine and fixing an old carburator... I just enjoy watching those old cranes coming back to life! Keep up the good work!

[@Contantq]

Keep working on it and dont give up and scrap the machine. There are not too many out there and are worth repairing into a working unit once again. You came this far and I am looking forward to the next segment.

[@JayJay-w8rd]

I’m stoked for the new video! However, making us wait is a bit on the cruel side lol I’m happy to wait though. I’ll be back for the premiere! Thanks Wes!

[@texasjetman]

I will wait as long as it takes

[@richardpeoples2887]

My Dad ran these types of machines from the 1950s through the 1970s, it was very hard work. At one time he owned a Bucyrus Erie backhoe that he used around the farm, it was all manual clutch levers and brake pedals, just like the Insley. Eventually he had to have both shoulder rotator cuffs operated to fix the damage from running the clutches, he also had severe hearing loss from running these machines. FYI the BE backhoes used Detroit Diesel two stroke engines, probably pound for pound the loudest reciprocating engines every built.

[@chucklengyel6882]

Great Video's Wes, keep making them, enjoying the troubleshooting and repair of the various equipment that you work on.

[@beboboymann3823]

This is my third viewing of this video. I am fascinated by it. There are hundreds of videos on here on fixing and tuning cars and I know cars. But this machine is fascinating and I am sure it has contributed much to the building of good things. Thank you Wes for the work on this marvelous old machine.

[@bostedtap8399]

There's mechanical life in the woods, first this century. Scary controls. Thanks for sharing.

[@WatchWesWork]

Believe it or not, I put the guards back on before I went wild with the controls, err I should say "guard". I wonder how many guys were killed running one of these...

[@bostedtap8399]

@@WatchWesWork You don't fall asleep on one of those, free wheel ropes guarantees swift operation, ref no dwell in shifting material. Thanks for replying. Did have a look at how many rings the tree's had?.

[@WatchWesWork]

@@bostedtap8399 Hmm. I didn't think about counting rings. I'll try that!

[@bostedtap8399]

@@WatchWesWork It will confirm or not, approximate time of the machine encampment. Have a great week.

[@spudhut2246]

I know its old, but a great video. Dont let the 'Keyboard Commando's' get under your skin. A real guy doing real work, that most wont do. Keep it up, do it your way and have fun. Great video...By the way 1 million views...more than most of these channels are pulling in. Great job!

[@paulcooper2897]

Awesome! Thanks for the video. There's a critic in every crowd. Ignore them. This is about you doing what you do ... critical advice can be helpful at times but pure criticism should just be ignored.

[@jayl8034]

I just ran across your vid. I really liked it. Back in the mid 80's , I worked as a mechanic in an old limestone Quarry. There we 3 continental engines there. One was a flathead 6 cylinder much like the one you have. That thing had a lot of power. The other 2 were diesels on a Murphy shovel/ They were beasts! The problem why ppl would just junk those old units were that they wore out and needed overhaul. Was easier to just buy the next model that to overhaul the old unit. The newer ones had extended service lives too so noone wanted them. These old relics are "parked" all over the country.

[@abram3265]

Class content!! Really enjoying seeing you work on this! Hope you go all the way and get it fully restored! Seen some bits about ppl moaning 🤨 Pffft! Your channel your rules I’m sure there’s a good number of us will still watch. Keep up the good work!!!

[@jasonalbertson2126]

Thanks for helping to resurrect this old gal. I appreciate your sensitivity to the mechanical culture that developed it, maintained it, and eventually, abandoned it. Its a treasure, not one that most people would value much, but a treasure of ingenuity, mechanical engineering, and thoughfultness. Thanks for your work.

[@longroadtotruth5546]

I have a 12 k too and I just got a 47 bay city shovel operating for a guy, I will make a video of that machine operating, also use link belt ls98 dragline to dig ponds, newest project is a td18 dozer👍🏻 love the videos

[@jdshear01]

Wow this brings me back to my childhood when my dad scrapped one of these sitting not too far from our house in the 90's in South Western Ohio. I'm not sure how many trips he made but he cut it all up with an oxygen acetylene torch. He ran into bees one night, gosh he spent so many nights over there cutting and loading it up. I remember finding a pair of Channellock cutters in the house as well..still have them! I also have the Insley logo plate that was screwed onto the machine as a reminder. His original plans were to fix it up and dig a pond but I think he realized the cost would have been astronomical based on it's condition. I remember it like yesterday - it was parked on a hill. Now there's a house built in it's former place.

[@andrewrobotbuilder]

This is what reanimating a corpse must feel like to a necromancer. Looking forward to the next installment!

[@Turbo442]

Wes, I don’t care about KZbin politics. Having worked as a mechanic when I was younger, I strived to work around people like you. While I may never get to meet you in person, KZbin has given me a glimpse into your life and knowledge. For that I thank you and KZbin. Please keep posting videos like this. I know it’s a ton of work, moving cameras around, editing, commenting on KZbin. I just wanted to say the effort is worth it and appreciated greatly by many people throughout the US and the world. Anyone who has crawled through a forest and come across and old abandoned rusting machine has sat in the seat and dreamed of firing it up. This video brings our dreams to life and is likely why it is so popular. Again, thank you for your time and effort. Matt

[@bigdawgfl1977]

Ignore the haters Wes keep doing what you do you cant make everyone happy

[@WatchWesWork]

Right!

[@suzylarry1]

the dinosaurus moved , it speaks volumes of patience , love this stuff , it does not serve much but entertaining

[@GilmoreLion]

Personally, I want to see more vids of this thing. I'd even like to see if you can rescue the rest of the boom and make it all work again!

[@texasjetman]

Start a go fund me page so we can help you pay for fuel to go get the boom. I'm sure I'm not alone at my thoughts. If each of us even pitched in $1 dollar it would buy you all the fuel you need for the year and a pair of boots and maybe even a new Carhadt Hoodie

[@Trollemharder]

It takes a special kind of people to work on and try to preserve these behemoths. Congratulations on what you do, and dont let the whiny ones get ya down

[@outbackrcaustralia4895]

That is an awesome video mate and highest credit to you for getting that piece of history running again!!! I would have run it with as much of the original gear on it just as you did, the old plugs etc are most likely better quality than the parts available these days haha. Loved the video 👌🦘🇦🇺

[@kennethzakaib607]

Hi Wes ! Great video, please do not be aggravated, with me if I am way too late! But here is two remarks, I very much suggest you drain the block, each night , because I do not know just how cold it gets where you are, but you are risking cracking your block, if you leave the water in it! I am in Quebec Canada where we have Brutal winters, and it would sure crack up here if not drained too!also, here is a trick that works very well! I have two fork lifts, Massey Ferguson model 2500 units with a three cylinder Perkins AD-152 diesels in them. If your diesel tank is above the engine like the masseys, just get a spare or old cap, drill it out, and mount a fitting secured by two nuts through the cap, and screw on a fitting, to a hose, and install an air fitting to your air hose. Use a valve with a lever, or hand wheel, to limit the air pressure. Hook it up to your shop air line, or a tire tank, and just apply about ten lbs of air to the tank! Crack open your bleeder screws , and be delighted to see the diesel fuel, gently flowing out of all your bleeder points, and fuel pump, and injectors, and you can even crank up the system with the engine turning over, and you will see the thing, start right up! Using the traditional method will take you hours, and a lot of fuss! Those older diesels are a dream, compared to the new stuff that needs a technition from NASA! all the best! Great stuff! [e-mail]

[@Stevestractoradventures]

We love interesting things so keep vids comeing. Enjoy the lets see if we can get it running cheaply bit. As thats pretty much how I would do it myself

[@graysoncolvin3180]

Im so happy to see someone with the knowledge and the desire to fix these old machines. Every time I drive through the mid-west and see these old backhoe, tractors, cherry pickers, and old tractor trailers (sorry if I mess up terminology); I always wish I could fix them to give them life again. I thought this was uber cool. Thanks for fixing old machines and thank you for sharing.

[@Oobidoobi]

Ignore all of the nay sayers, you did fine. I wouldn't have changed the oil either until it had a chance to pump around and pick up more sludge.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

Lots of people want you to do all manners of stuff but try and get some $$ out of them to help pay for parts. You did a fine job. I'd do the same on a first go-around and after it limbers up a little, think about what might help and what it needs. I ran one like this years ago and the swing/propel deal was goofy with it too. I had to oil it up to get it to change and had the highway blocked. Had a 3-71 in it and a drag bucket. After it got limbered up and the clutches set it'd sling mud like it was supposed to. Good job and Diamond Reo is a fine guy too!

[@Gopherdave1]

Awesome, can't wait for the next one!

[@sandyx4522]

Restore it to its old glory, Wes. Do it in your own pace & your own way. Make every single part work, and work it will. Clean it all up, mend the bodywork & give 'er a fresh coat. Clear a patch and park her there, spin her monthly and cover up with a large tarp. It's your own property & it's going nowhere. I'm subscribed for just this series & I'm sure I ain't the only one. Great job, keep her alive.

[@JohnSmith-fe7nf]

I must be getting old. I find this video really interesting. Lol

[@laknox88]

Wes, just found your channel a few days ago by happenstance. Personally, I have a '36 JD Model A sitting in my driveway. My granddad bought it after it had been burned, most likely in a fueling accident. They replaced the hood, stacks and overhauled the engine. I grew up as a kid driving it, usually raking hay. My dad remembered this being delivered so this would have been about '38-39 timeframe. I with the others wishing you'd continue the series on the Insley. I'd sure like to see it at least moving under its own power again.

[@UnitCrane514]

You need to get the boom back in this thing and dig some holes!

[@endemiller5463]

yeah!

[@WatchWesWork]

I'll see what I can do!

[@General_Eisenhower1945]

I thought draglines were more of a dredging tool, or like a strip mining op thing, not meant for digging holes

[@WatchWesWork]

@@General_Eisenhower1945 I guess it depends on how you define "hole".

[@General_Eisenhower1945]

@@WatchWesWork it's all subjective I suppose. Nevertheless it's fantastic to see this thing run, draglines were always fascinating to me, and frankly would be useful around the swamphole known as Delaware! Look forward to more!

[@duaneb2672]

Brother and I had a K12 with 5/8 yd bucket dragline back in 1997 digging ponds. Lots of fun, miss it.

[@73buickman]

good to see it doing movements

[@beboboymann3823]

Hi Wes....don't worry too much about video presentation.....some of the most instructive/educational videos on here that I return to time and again have been successfully posted by people who have no idea how to edit anything or do proper camera angles and shots but I learn from them all. I'm rooting for you on this old Isley. These things were made by skilled workers a long time before they had computerized lazer cutters and amazing tools to work with. Thank you for what you are doing with these old machines.

[@JasonSmith-vd1sz]

Yes I’m one of those who love watching you breathe new life into this old machine. Great video enjoy the process, any plans for it?

[@mikes2294]

Kudos, a GREAT job done getting this running and replacing that valve spring. I never thought you would be able to replace that valve spring without removing the head. Great Video.

[@colin8532]

Pretty cool stuff. I'd love to see videos on that Clark forklift

[@toddhowes7722]

Binge watching your videos to get up to the present...your video editing skills have come a LONG way from the start! Awesome!

[@roygunter3244]

You are wasting your time trying to explain why you didn't pull the engine out and rebuild it. The people who make all those stupid comments have not ever actually done anything like this, they most likely live in a condo and don't even own a lawn mower or know how to change oil in their automobiles. I am sure even if you are able to get the old machine to move the cost to get the machine be able to do any work would be multiples of the amount it would be worth. The old engine never had to make much power, it was never really stressed so it outlived every other part of the machine. It is great to hear it run again but the machine is just a relic, more interesting as an ornament that anything else.

[@robertheinkel6225]

Because it has zero value. You can't even give them away. His only goal was to try and get it running, nothing more.

[@Skyhawk1998]

This old machine has earned her rest and then some, I think. It is sad to see a piece of equipment shipped off to make butter knives but you are right about it's value. It is totally obsolete design that has no real place in the modern world.

[@axelamcoff6162]

Uhm not real u hater i got my 30 year old snowmobile going for 10$ And my car that is older for free

[@axelamcoff6162]

And my dads volvo he had when he was young is worth more now then he sold and probely boght ot

[@keithmatthews1673]

Brilliant channel! Here in the UK a TV show refurbished a similar Drag line crane (Royston Bucyrus I think) about 15 years back. Of course they had three people plus an 'expert' and a TV crew :-) The interesting part was the story of the old guys who had diven them for years commanding great respect along with good wages. Their skills were made obsolete overnight when the bucket loaders took over. Almost heartbreaking for some of them! It would be great if yours gets fixed but I understand the practialities!

[@WilliamBensch]

I like this. [Retired Marine] Ships diesel engineer.

[@ianmangham4570]

Great job

[@pwrplnt1975]

This series was AMAZING don't listen to the internet assholes! I think you should absolutely do another series like this! I always learn a ton of useful information from your videos, thank you!

[@gt1man931]

Old iron, man. It is kind of sad seeing that stuff cut up for scrap. I will understand if it still ends up there, but that thing helped build America, I get the same thing from going to old steam shows. Not many people around have any idea how things were done before their time. If they can't do it with a smart phone or x box they have no clue. .

[@mattheuston9363]

Pretty sure Xbox’s can’t be used for much other than games.

[@pancake5830]

boomer comment

[@pancake5830]

you do know that crawler cranes like these are still in use right?

[@michastoutenburg9823]

I personally love these types of videos because it shows just how well built machines(and a lot of other things) were built back in the day. It’s very impressive that something that old and that has sat that long is able to fire up and still run.

[@southstreetbarbecue7875]

Looks like you just need to have one of the firefighting planes fly over and dump a planeload of PB Blaster on the craine.

[@jesterr7133]

I am really awestruck by the engineering that went into building this machine. I couldn't imagine creating something so complex.

[@mxfoyster]

Really enjoying the content, thought I should say that because I imagine even with the few parts you've bought so far the total spent must be creeping up pretty fast already.. Just so you know it's appreciated :-)

[@cccorvette]

No matter what you decide to do with the crane.....I have thoroughly enjoyed the videos.

[@cobragaming7068]

You should do a series on restoring this rare beauty , I think it will be really nice and cool looking once restored.

[@joezombie99]

That’d be awesome!

[@willford8475]

What's the point of 'Premier' notifications? They are a frigging annoyance.

[@queenofspadz]

They exist to get people excited, and for having a live real time chat while the content is played for the first time. After people still can comment in this section.

[@WatchWesWork]

@@queenofspadz Right. But folks don't seem to like it so I'll try to avoid it in a future.

[@queenofspadz]

@@WatchWesWork I don't care for all the ads youtube shows but I know content creators can't control that. Thanks for the educational and fun videos.

[@curm1778]

Your channel, your rules. It runs & moves. Do what you will. We'll watch.

[@Jester123ish]

I'm starting to like the flat head design.

[@mnaeslund]

Reliable engines but poor airflow in the head makes them inefficient

[@750VFR]

Very impressive. Amazed how you managed to fit the new valve spring and keepers in such difficult conditions. Well done. 🇬🇧 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@spencersand2754]

LOL we can have a drag race between the deboss garage LOL that would be so cool 😎 and funny

[@michaellynskey7124]

Great video from start to finish, It’s great knowing all this old construction equipment is still able to run after all these years, First Class wes🇬🇧🇮🇪.