WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY: Panzer I ENGINE TEST and muffler fabrication

There are some delays with the suspension units but Daryl and Jesse soldier on! The hydraulic drive line is in and we're ready for an engine test. Newcomer, Silvio, wires everything up and we get a muffler with a mixture of original and fabricated parts!
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[@the1masao]

A functional rebuild is exponentially more valuable and appreciated than a static, historically accurate, and incomplete restoration. Your team does amazing work!

[@jocking3]

OR just build the engine from scratch for it. Others managed to do it with Jumo 004 jet engines for a Me-262 replica, I don't think it would be more difficult for a petrol engine from the '30s.

[@lagg-alot8308]

Why not just make a new heat shield?

[@stephenyoud6125]

@@lagg-alot8308 coz they always try to use original parts where possible and only fabricate new when absolutely necessary. It's just one of their core principles. But in this case they could leave some of the battle damage in place like they di with the Jagdpanther hull.

[@ericbrainard4072]

@@lagg-alot8308when appropriate they should reuse the original equipment to keep it historically intact. The piece they have is in exceptional condition for an 80+ year old part and it didn’t take much work to make it presentable.

[@woody5109]

100%, you have enough original units, having one like this is perfect for showing off.

[@christinepearson5788]

It's not original, but as we can't pop back to Spanish Civil War for parts I'm glad this is a runner by any means. I'm not going to hold my breath that an original gear box in working condition will ever turn up for a Panzr MKI

[@PRC533]

Yeah it's not like these were produced in numbers like the Panzer IV, even by the standards of German mass production. They were basically obsolete by the time the war really started, like many tanks of their era.

[@high633]

Over 500 views in 9min you guys have a dedicated following now for sure

[@NinjaKittyBonks]

over 2K now in 32min, so agree🐈

[@boatnut64]

We're anxiously awaiting all updates... 💪💪💪

[@TheSlugstoppa]

Said it before, will say it again. This is bloody BRILLIANT !!

[@althepal6818]

People often confuse museum and collection. The collection displays all kinds of things while the museum has an objective of learning. In that sense, it's a great idea to run this tank. In addition, a museum needs income. Attracting people with live performances is wonderful.

[@dennyporter2447]

Every episode of workshop Wednesday just leaves me thinking about how awesome this team is! The hard work always pays off.. Cheers guys from Missouri USA..

[@colinhead284]

Workshop Wednesdaaaay and its my Brirthdaaaay !!!

[@serialdiecast4298]

Happy birthday dude :)

[@jubylam7108]

Happy birthday ma guy 🎉

[@madaboutmilitaria3630]

Haappppy Biiirrrtdaaay

[@bsimpson6204]

Happy Birthday! 🥳🎊🎉🎂🍰🎈🎁🥂🥳

[@Millie_oo0]

You got a great birthday for this video to come out today! Happy birthday!

[@nv1493]

Kudos to getting that Panzer running, regardless of what running gear. Nobody needs to be advising OA of originality, blah blah. You're the kings of restoration.

[@cbk1961]

Morning Gents, drill a small hole underside of muffler to allow water to drip out from combustion by products

[@_--JohnVK--_]

Sorry for another useless comment, but I just love this channel! It is so informative and interesting, not to mention entertaining! Awesome! I wish I could give TWO or more thumbs up to this video! ... oh hey, I actually kind of can: 👍👍👍👍 😊

[@exharkhun5605]

A compliment is never useless, and comments on youtube aren't either as they show the algorithm there's engagement. So well done to you mate. 😁👍👍💪

[@_--JohnVK--_]

@@exharkhun5605 Haha! Yeah, that's very true indeed! 😃 Thank you! 👊🏼🤛🏼

[@markmeredith158]

You boys do a wonderful job and should be very proud of getting machinery to operate after 80 years of shear neglect. Keep Buildin.

[@iwanvanderhut4159]

It's marvellous to see your crew making the old look new. I look forward to each episode.

[@shaneblack4862]

Adapt, improvise, overcome. Great to see some old school engineering being applied to those little problems that somehow make themselves more trouble than they're worth! Great work guys 👍

[@user-fp4yn3rr6m]

Superb craftsmanship. Thanks for preserving & bringing back to life German engineering.

[@Th.G.M.]

I always am amazed by the quality of work you do! A big applause to all of the team!

[@yattaran1484]

Always my pleasure to watch this channel every Wednesday !. Can't wait to see its completion. 😊👍

[@user-ly4ko3sf3s]

With original drive train parts being nearly impossible to find I think it is better to do whatever is necessary to have them mobile which is way better than static lawn ornaments. Great innovation by the team and it will be great to see it driving around.

[@robertsmart4628]

Do you need a 63 year old tea boy .what a place to work. 😂

[@stevengriffin7873]

How about a 65 year old,experience counts you know.

[@TX-biker]

I’m 65 - you make tea, I’ll pass tools and hold the light like I did for dad working on cars🤠

[@robertsmart4628]

@@TX-biker and we had to empty the bucket. If you get my drift. 😅😅😅

[@aserta]

63? That's second youth, they'd put you straight to work. ;)

[@robertsmart4628]

@@aserta 🤣🤣🤣🤣 I'd do it as well .

[@schristi69]

It is amazing that any of these vehicles/parts escaped the scrapper and still exist. Especially those from the losing side.

[@andrewsteele7663]

Thanks Team, my Wednesday is now complete. Cheers & looking forward to next week.

[@nevillegoddard4966]

Excellent work guys! Thanks Silvio, Lindsay & Aden for your great help! Imagine Silvio's backpack! - More like a wheelbarrow to carry all his tools! A hydraulic gearbox? Awesome job! Beautiful though expensive hose work! Operating as smooth as silk. First go start, you fellas are legends. Great job on the muffler, exhaust & cover Daryl & Shane! Hey 'Bruce in Aus' recommends using compressed air as you're trying to free up those seized bolts, to blow out rust & stuff! Amazing youse found an original, useable muffler heat shield after 80 years wow! Panzer I for the win!👍!

[@kevinfergusson8239]

Love the detail in the work. Just a thought for the broken bolt issue, try left hand drill bits. Cheers

[@davidkavanagh189]

Really great to see the practical thinking of you guys. Far too often, projects like these never happen because those involved are too obsessed with originality.

[@amcconnell6730]

It's really amazing how much gets done through the week. I had a friend who's father did a Willy's Jeep ... and it took decades! :)

[@chalion8399]

Really want to see this running around. You're not going to be able to make it 100% like it just drove off the assembly line, but you're doing wonderful work. Keep it up. And Thank you for all the hard work. You've got the right spirit in these rebuilds.

[@Rusty_Gold85]

Kudo's to Silvio, Lindsay & Aden for your efforts. Great Job as always Daz and Jesse . Love watching a good pair of hands.

[@joniscoboloski4240]

So, so interesting! I could watch these guys work forever!

[@wombat_models]

Wow. The work the team does to get these relics restored and running is amazing!

[@jamesroseby3823]

Another Workshop Wednesday and another week closer to a running Panzer I. I’m so looking forward to seeing this beauty move.

[@mikef.1000]

I just love watching escalating levels of violence with seized fasteners.

[@scottburton509]

I would say "escalating levels of persuasion with a hammer"

[@PaulRhB]

Totally agree that getting it running is a worthwhile compromise as ultimately it’s not made installing an original drive any harder if one turns up. Or the folks at Panzer Farm tell you they’ve re-engineered one from scratch! 😂 Brilliant work by the team and like that you left in the that’s not the way to do it from Darryl 😉

[@drmarkintexas-400]

🏆🤗🙏⭐🇺🇲 Thank you for sharing this

[@davidlund5003]

Love your work boys , keep it up.

[@PRC533]

I really do think the most amazing part of this so far is how a (relatively) paper thin heat shield, meant to take a beating instead of equipment underneath it, managed to survive for so long in fairly good condition..

[@NinjaKittyBonks]

Such a great channel! Thank you, Aussie's 🦘

[@roderernst9990]

straight sided Rigid ones actually work, sometimes!

[@leoparreiras9518]

New episode before hitting the road for another trip to the ocean! Thats a great way to start the day!

[@FranktheTank-bk8me]

Jesse & Daryl are fantastic tank artisans 👍😎

[@Madeyes6]

In the RAF we used an adjustable spanner for the easy outs because you can hit the head of the easy out while you turn in with the spanner. Works a treat but like most easy outs not alway.

[@johnviney7919]

Thanks for the video!! Good work on the hydraulic system - working really well and the engine sounds great! The Panzer 1 is going to be a nice piece for the museum and for people that get to see it!! See you next week! 😀

[@butchs.4239]

Agree, but I'd suggest adding some shielding between those hydraulic lines and the driver. A pinhole leak in a 200 BAR hydraulic system can cause some nasty injuries.

[@rw9866]

100% agree better to see it moving around than sitting it wasn’t meant to sit as long as it moves that’s the best. Thanks from the USA

[@williamboquist4090]

Outstanding! Can't wait to see the tracks on and a test drive underway!

[@bradmccartney187]

Great Video, the Panzer 1 is coming along just great I like how the progress is slowly making of a fine piece of History is coming to life. Thanks Mates for Sharing this.

[@iainrae8375]

Highlight of my wednesday evenings watching the boys down under and it all started for me when the panther lovingly restored by the twins went down under.

[@MrCrystalcranium]

Again, remarkable respectful work from the team. The reproduction muffler fabrication just from photos was amazing. I don't find a reliable modern drive system to be a violation of this vehicle at all. With the improbable hope of acquiring an engine true to originality, it doesn't make any sense to turn this into a static hollowed out display. The tracks, fabricated sprockets and working suspension is plenty of external originality and to see the tank roll with these regardless of the power plant is the most important thing. Kudos to these dedicated restorers.

[@shanemossmoss]

You have to love the patience of these guy's, great job

[@jimgarner5574]

Even if it is not 100% original, a whole lot better than just a Static Display.

[@andyb1368]

When I first saw what you guys were doing with the hydraulic drive motors a few episodes back, I thought that was really clever. It would be great if you have sourced original parts, but without them and given a choice between and an empty hull and a driving tank, I think most people would want to see the driving tank. Daryl and Jesse, amazing work as always.

[@desertviking]

Jesse is a badass! Those freehand skills!

[@bernielast9263]

Thank god its Wednesday again!!

[@danielgriffith7694]

As a suggestion, weld a heavy flat washer to the broken bolt first then a nut 👍

[@pastajensen]

This is wonderfull, great update. Also makes me miss my mechanic days 😁

[@cambo1200]

If you ever find a working driveline, it can always be put back to original later. I think this solution is a great idea.

[@RoyChewbacca]

Great work fellas! Engine sounds lovely! Tip for removing broken bolts: weld a flat washer on first and use an oversized nut, that way it's easier to get proper penetration as well as more heat into the stud.

[@peterschwarz5851]

Great update, better to have a running exhibit. Well Done Guys Love your work

[@paulelberfeld5788]

Awesome, can’t wait for the next episodes 🤓

[@kittonsmitton]

The Panzer is my favourite German ww2 tank, watching Daryl and Jesse working on it I'm amazed at how small it is. I'm Loving this! Thanks guys for your time effort and dedication!

[@bigmac60]

Great work as ever

[@Gary-Seven-and-Isis-in-1968]

21 minutes of fascination. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@coeliandetlev8670]

Fantastic work on this one again ! Both work like tank-magicans !

[@russwoodward8251]

A fantastic solution, it's fascinating to see it applied. Thanks Aus Armour.

[@edmundk7056]

Yep, better to run than not to run👍 Thanks for the content!

[@gunrunner35]

Never gets old watching the lads work their magic on these old beauties. I'm glad you made this a runner so we can see it moving and doing what it should be. I love the ingenuity you all came up with to give it a working engine and drive system from what you have. Love it! Keep up the great work and can't wait for next Wednesday.

[@captainfancypants4933]

i really enjoy this channel you guys make my inner child so happy

[@johnbradshaw354]

Another great update Kurt on Daryl and Jess continued work on the Panzer 1. Great work guys! Thank you for sharing.

[@Sim.Crawford]

I was once a Mech Eng student/backpacker with a work visa, I worked in a bar. Had no idea I was doing it so wrong, then again not so many tanks in Galway.....

[@robinlecomte1242]

Plenty of tanks in Galway, either had a decent Irish Beer and or Irish Whisky therein, do not complain.

[@keithammleter3824]

Nothing wrong with working in a bar. You get some people skills, learn how to be nice and smiley to customers when your day has been rotten....

[@robinlecomte1242]

@@keithammleter3824 Yup been there, done that both in my own Country & the UK. The only thing, was there were some customers & their actions, that 'smiles faded'.

[@geofschofield7963]

I have three Pz I's in my 1:35 stash, so I've been enthralled by these videos 👍😁

[@red_d849]

another favorite youtuber of mine may have uploaded, but workshop wednesday takes absolute priority over it

[@theo9416]

16:15 When I see that press, I always think of an elephant foot, beautiful video again, greetings from the Netherlands.

[@samrodian919]

That hydraulic hose work looks great! I wonder how many tons of force that crimper produces. You can see how strong the hose is when the cutter goes through it, easily Not! Great job Darryl and Jesse on the bolt extraction, and the silencer ( not going to use muffler, that's a yank word!) is a work of art Jesse! I was thinking to straighten the perforated silencer guard, if you had a sheet roller unit you would have used that, but your way worked and they're many ways to skin a cat as the saying goes. All in all a great episode Kirk see you all next week. Have a good 'un.

[@Uk-tj]

Top tip for the stuck nut, weld a washer onto it first then the nut, allows you to get better penetration that way 👌

[@kramfromnm3889]

Just wanted say how much I enjoy your channel!! Your workshop crew are fantastic people with so much talent!! Looking forward to next Wednesday!!

[@antonhornung2460]

Safety First!!! Good Call!!!

[@causewaykayak]

The REAL 'A' team.

[@Rossco7422]

It looks fecking amazing! and I for one agree, get it on the road who knows what might turn up in the future and you can always undo if need be.

[@lukeskywalker7566]

Really great work, guys and it was excellent that you guys shared your knowledge of russian armour to the brits at mr hewes tank restorations here in the 🇬🇧 thanks again guys❤

[@fw1421]

You fellas just designed a better Panzer I. Great job as usual!

[@MGB-learning]

Always an outstanding video and presentation.

[@johnboy384]

Thanks AAAM =)

[@garynew9637]

Silvio is the business.

[@georgedistel1203]

Exceptional work from you guys as always!

[@JohnMckinney-ix1ow]

I watch every Wednesday...you guys are amazing...keep it up ! If we are not shown or reminded of the past history will repeat itself and we don't want another Adolf.

[@TheSavageRepairman]

What a little beauty. Well done lads.

[@Hotwire454]

Love y'all's work! Try welding a washer to a snapped bolt first before welding the nut on. Allows better penetration and a clean spot to weld the nut to. 👍

[@user-rx6up3vc9r]

As always amazing work! That spring shop dropped the ball big time. Live and learn I guess.

[@mickleblade]

I'm really looking forward to the end result!

[@bennielovejoy1305]

Can't wait.

[@user-nn9zc9oq3k]

Absolutely incredible. I would love to come and help myself. Keep up the great work guys and gals.

[@notchboy]

This is going to be one of the most fun, reliable tanks you have at the museum! To the nay sayers that have an issue with complete authenticity - first, where is your original tank? Second - any piece of history that is out and about in a driving condition is better than a static one on any given day. Better to have it on the road then in the shed. Excellent job again boys!! 😎🤙🌺

[@LyleHatch]

To heck with the 1:6 scale metal models, I want one of these! Looking great Daryl and Jess!

[@paulday-lh5mx]

Great video today. Can't wait to hear it run with the muffler now installed. See ya on fix it Friday with Steve. 😊

[@Bill53AD]

Great work mates. Love watching the rebuilds.

[@davidkimmel5153]

As always. Enjoy your videos very much. Thanks

[@CaptainCamperLP-CCLP]

Love the intern, he does a little more than coffee brewing 🙂

[@MichaelWorrall]

Thank you ❤

[@77Marcel]

This Panther is well worth the time and investment to bring to life. I can't wait to see the end result. 😊

[@richardphelan8414]

awesome stuff mates ,your work is just brilliant ,see you next week

[@kennethhummel4409]

I agree, a functional rebuild is preferable to an empty static stuffed and mounted shell. Most of ou want to see or at least know that the armored beasts still have the breath of life and can crawl around in the mud with us!

[@Spitsz01]

Awesome team. Bloody great work! Lovin' it.

[@Brokenansmokey5.99]

When I am removing studs from a frame or casting, I first drill/heat/etc and then whack in a short, slightly oversized, multi-splined bit, then apply a rotary hammer (torque gun? The one that goes brrrrrt and gets wheel nuts off) to get it out. works like a treat. oh also, don't forget to spray lube or paraffin to prevent metal pickup and further locking. Thought it might help.