Rescuing an Abandoned 1950's Crawler Loader, Buried in the woods! (Save or Scrap??)
2023 ж. 21 Шіл.
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I gotta admit, it is gorgeous all you need now is alot of elbowgrease and some old time TLC Almost forgot! hell'alot of beer and laughs. you could do it slowly and maybe you'll find a donor
Poison ivy?! Since when Matt knows his plants as well as he knows his machinery?!
Uhhh ... Diesel Creek ... uhhh ... can we talk ... about this ... 'equipment' ... ?
What happened to your old high loader I believe it was a 977 as well that you built the ROPS for?
You are definitely Captain-Save-A-Back-Hoe.
It’s hilarious how your dog isn’t even remotely phased by a big dozer. And just casually trots along behind it
My dog ran the dozer
He was riding on sams D8 with me lol
@@DieselCreekfarm dogs. Eh Matt?😅😂😂😂😂
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He must be patially deaf or something...since that tractor is really loud
Matt, man you just do whatever you like because I love it all, you’re the best channel on KZhead as far as I’m concerned because nothing is off limits with you and your enthusiasm is absolutely infectious, when Scrappy was towing it I was willing me lounge chair forward to help. Have a great weekend from AUS
I appreciate that!
@@DieselCreek We love watching because you so obviously love doing it. Keep up the good work!
I love these adventures and the turbo diesel sound.. - wish I would there ! ❤
Im sure i speak for a majority when i say we could use 2 hour long videos from matt. He has some of the best content and keeps me fully engaged the whole video. We need more! Love what you do! great rescue on this one! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I think he should continue to do the 30-40 minute, well edited videos on this channel but maybe make another channel for longer format videos with little/no editing.
30 to 40 minutes is PLENTY long.
Totally agree
Right
Lovely kit and the back after as well. We had one and ran her for years. Mighty.
no matter how many recoveries i see it never gets old w/Matt!
Your enthusiasm is incredible Matt and your utter joy when things are better than you expected is infectious, and I’m laying in bed feeling really under the weather, but your video made me laugh, thank you 👍🏻🏴
Matt is an eternal optimist. If Matt fell off a 30 story building around the 14th floor he'd be saying "So far, so good!" and feel good about it.
Matt, your excitement about your projects is awesome. You don’t let the rust and crust get to you. I’m glad I found your channel a few years back.
That’s quite the ambitious save. Sams 977 is a fn beast. Those chains you lifted the machine up to put it on the trailer with are impressive….
Matt, I think would be great to see some follow up on some of your Richie Bros purchases such as the Cummins Van and such. Thanks for all your great content!
When Matt starts jogging away from potential danger!? Ladies and gentlemen it's time to out run him 🤣 Awesome recovery Matt!!!!
Just what I thought😁.
He needs a red shirt, like the one worn by the group that manned a fireworks tent this past Holiday. They said "If I Run, You Run!"
@@randyc4959 or..."if you see me running, better keep up" lmao
Many years ago, saw a photo of a guy in a T-shirt that read "I am a bomb disposal engineer. If you see me running, try to keep up." Notably, this was on the *back* of his shirt.
Watched and subscribed to Scrappy channel sir, between you too will make a lot of very interesting videos for this old fart sir. Been around construction for a longtime, learned how to run a dozer on a HD 3. Never have I seen a backhoe attached to one. Thanks again
I worked for a farmer who collected old machines. By the time he retired he had over 3000 tractors, dozers, etc. He also sold as many over the years. We bought many machine seized like this one. His process was: 1. See if the engine will easily turn. 2. If not, pull injectors/plugs and fill cylinders with atf/diesel mix and let it sit for a month or longer. He'd also spray the mix over all linkages, the track, and grease all grease fittings. 3. Every week or so make sure cylinders were still full and spray the track with the mixture. 4. After 1 to 3 months, try turning the motor. 5. We almost always got the engines freed up. 6. He'd then spin the engine over, refilling the cylinders over and over to wash out the rust. 7. Finally he"d drain & clean the fuel tank, add fresh fuel and change the oil. 8. Try to get it started, topically by pull starting it using a fairly high gear and speed. 9. Rebuild carb/injection pump/mag as required to get it running right. 9. We almost always got the engines running this way (and some had sat for 90+years). Some turned out to be oil burners but even if they were that want a big problem because most would only be used for exhibitions or sold to museums/collectors.
Matt, you have such a phenomenal disposition! Your uplifting perspective, assurance, and hard working attitude is the reason you can achieve anything that you put your focus on. Keep it up!
Matt, you have such a fantastic attitude! Your positive outlook, determination, and work ethic is why you can accomplish whatever you set your sights on. Keep it up!
I appreciate that!
You gotta admire Matt persistent when it comes too rescuing some old piece of machinery, keep up the good work Matt.
Did I hear you right? Somebody sold that to you. I would have thought they would have given it to you just to get it out off the property.
I would love to see you do something with this one since there can't be a ton of these machines left, but it will be a massive job, if it even runs. It is going to take a lot of time and work. You could definitely get a good video series out of it if you can get it to turn.
That is how you make your videos and what you are good at rescuing abandoned heavy equipment and bringing it back to its glory.
Would love to see Matt starting a Diesel Creek summer camp so us guys who love this sort of stuff could live out our dreams for a week or so…
Summer camp for adult men lol!
Funny thing is people would actually go to the camp lol
I have problems replacing the spark plugs on my car but would definitely go to Diesel Creek summer weekend camp!
I'd be well up for that and i'm in the UK!
Can't imagine the cost for insurance for such an event!! Sue happy world!! If you don't sue, your insurance will sue to recoup their loss!
Nice freaking work guys Just lifting that Machine With the 2 machines Straight up and overloading the baby trailer onward to the farm 3 miles down the road Matt 22:00 @Diesel Creek
Hats off to the inventor of the chain.
I absolutely love how you save this old equipment it’s so exciting
"Marty T" does a lot of abandoned recoveries and Resurrections.
Matt.what apple.of.crap we got a good laugh. Fun
OK, but ... "pretty rough" ... is his understatement.
Matt , if that old beauty isn't the siren call to tell you to get that gantry crane in your dream shop installed , I don't know what is.....get her into the shop and get cracking mate , these videos of you getting stuff up and running is why we watch you , well done for saving another beauty
He already has bought one from Richie Bros. auction...man hope he installs that sometimes later, he really needs to have one
Technically its a bridge crane since it does not have a standing frame. I expect by now it and the trailer it was on has sunk into the ground to the point it has disappeared from sight.
@@suyogsawant1104 Well there is that difference between "get A gantry crane installed" and "get THAT gantry crane installed".
Matt, I read comments in amazement I’m a lot like you in respect of dealing with equipment on a daily basis. People please tell me something I don’t know
love whatcha doin. hearin these old engines scream back into life and hearin those old diesels scream is just wonderful
Not only do you save old equipment you save history remember seeing one of those many years ago when I was a kid on a bridge project brought back great memories of a simpler time in life
Its amazing that starter kicked over. Cant wait to see this one run!
With the cover missing over the brushes!!
Another good rescue. And she definitely wants to be saved 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Can we please get a round of applause for that old Cat 977? It dead-hauled that other machine straight out of it's grave!🎉
I think this one was planted! 😂
Those hd6 were really popular back in the day. My dad for the time were really top notch machines and some of the easiest to run.
About halfway into the loading process, I found myself starting to sing Matt's "Come with me, and you will see, a ton of OSHA violations" song. 😊 Hopefully you didn't pay more than half its weight in scrap is worth because I fear that may be where you're headed with this one.
$500
@@DieselCreek Well at least the video made the $500 back in revenue, even if not the two days spent messing with it already. And for the guy, getting $500 is a lot better than paying someone $500 to get rid of it. Not a bad deal, even if it ain't running no more.
I paid more for textbooks!
@@Fitbridges yah… and you could prob learn more from working on this old girl
I showed this video to my OSHA rep, and he started showing signs of distress. You've made a fan out of me for life!
😂 Basically brand new 50 years ago , love it!! Great channel , big up from Ireland!!
That shake hands with danger part had me rolling over laughing
This is GOOD Saturday…..got my coffee, breakfast in hand and Diesel Creek Matt recovery! I saw the poison ivy right away…..I hope you and your camera crew are not sensitive to that NASTY STUFF! I love your determination, helping hands and your connections
Same
Your knowledge and positive attitude is always contagious 😊
Good video as always Matt 44:00 @Diesel Creek
This is how you perform durability tests on chains, great job!!!😀
Even old workout chains are handy
I'm going to love these videos Matt, very difficult recovery , but already I see signs that the next videos will be really interesting.
Always A good time When there are goodies Hidden in trees that are that Over grown and bushy Matt 0:48 @Diesel Creek
Matt I appreciate your efforts in saving her.
Yes Saturday morning toons for adults thanks matt
Matt the machine saver. Great recovery. You've your work cut out with this one Matt but your positive, carefree attitude will be a huge help in you turning this Allis from a sows ear to a silk purse. Great work. Thanks.
Matt these videos are amazing. Since watching them I’ve become fond of these old machines so thanks for that!
I really enjoy your videos. They remind me of my teenage years back in the 70's working for my dad. He would go out and buy stuff like this and we would get them running and put them to work.
Love 11pm diesel creek videos. Hey from Australia.
Similar situation to the D2 track loader I just drug home! Sitting for 50 plus years as well. Looks like the old Allis is a lot less worn out than the Cat I have. Great video as always and good luck with the project! 👍
I enjoy your vids Randy! Keep working guy, you're doing great!
That thing is actually in pretty good shape for sitting in the woods for 50+ years. Definitely not all banged up and beat on. If everything breaks free and it had a good thorough reconditioning, no doubt it will look terrific!! 👍🏻😎👍🏻
Ah yes, the rare Scorpion configuration, love it!
Is the WHOLE of Pennsylvania literally littered with ancient broken macines hiding in the woods? Sure seems like it! 😆
You’d be surprised what hides in the woods.
A lot of the state is old coal mines they left equipment behind to expensive to move so they left it
Keep an eye out around rural areas you will find old equipment sitting .
I wouldnt mind if your videos were longer it very interesting enjoy watching keep saving old equipment cant wait to see more of reviving the case
Ok, first off a few things you should bring on a recovery out of woods/tree line; 1) Chainsaw 2) Loppers 3) Chain's 5 times the number you think you need 4) Ax
Matt I am 36:min in and I don't want to be a negative Nancy but I think this one will not even pay for Matt from Diesel Creek to fix. Prove me wrong my friend. Kudos for even trying! Even if it becomes a total fail you still gave us great content!
A show of hands, how many at the beginning of the move said to yourself your gonna need a bigger chain! Keep em coming Matt 👍
man i get so exited when you upload something. 4 videos within 2 weeks thats a record!
Good luck on that loader today. Look like lots of work. Thank you Matt.
Full restore! Vote this up!
Finally another video so soon can't wait for your videos so excited, thank you Matt♥️
That extraction was a fine ballet of heavy equipment. Impressive work there gentlemen! 👍👍
Matt, you need to take more precautions when standing beside a chain, cable, or hawser when a loads placed on it. If that chain had let go, it could have done your legs some serious damage.
It's junk, but fun to watch you try. Shes got a good attitude worth a shot.
Really enjoyed this video like so many others at Diesel Creek. It's fascinating, a real treat to watch you bring old machinery back to life. Thanks
Hello yes a new Diesel Creek Video on a Saturday! Thumbs UP to Matt !!
I love how you make this old machines waking up again greeting from Sweden
Love the attitude, I need a knew project like a hole in my butt. This is what drives us. You probably have a really nice misses at your side. Bless you all kiddo...
I love watching you rescue old equipment like this and getting them running its why i watch your channel
I am jealous, I love that and it is still in the trees. You are the right person for this job. Look forward to more videos on the crawler.
Matt, don’t quit on it. Iv got a feeling she will run again. Just do what you do and give her the love she needs! I believe your her only hope!
Matt you are a leading light to the desires of all of us males in 2023, as much as the algorithm wants to make out, we just want to help the world to be a better place ❤
I can’t tell if I’m more impressed with how easy it was for y’all to get that low boy under it, or how absolutely horrified that I was about to watch it drop 5 feet with a THUD.
Matt, I hope you decide to dig into this one further. I realize it may lead to just being MORE sure that it's scrap. Nevertheless, it would be interesting to watch, particularly on the off chance of success. The retrieval and loading on this episode were instructive and a bit surprising -- I didn't expect even the two machines to be able to lift the crawler so readily. Your videos are always a great mix of surprise, entertainment, and education. Thanks for that!
My heart sank when I heard "HD". About 50 years ago we had a 10ish year old AC HD21 on site. AC said it was equal to a D8. every one said it was because it weighed like a D9 and pushed like a D7. In 3rd high range that old 21 would would go so fast the tracks didn't touch the top rollers. It was OK for pushing Cat 619's though, just not very fast.
Brought here by YT's algorithm after watching a load of car/bike restoration or "will is start?" videos, I enjoyed every bit of this.
I think she will live again with a little bit of TLC an some blood sweat and tears she will come back to life I vote she runs again
Just look at how well that Truck handled that Trailer with all that Weight on it! Awesome Video!
Love the recovery missions Matt! ❤
These machines are amazing
Great rescue, the sketchy loading of the crawler on to your trailer was most impressive. Definitely worth a 'thumbs up'. 👍👍
I've always wondered where my interest in stuff like this came from. I guess my parents started it with Tonka toys when I was just a young kid in the 1960s. Interestingly, I remember a track loader with a backhoe on it, very similar to that one, used in a sandbox behind my grandparent's house. Great video once again, Matt!
Love the video nothing like waking up to old iron being rescued
I think we all want to see it running
I have NO idea, why you want that thing and I hope it run. But keep to it, and then i wait for the next thing. I only gave it a like, because i have so much respect for your attitude toward this things.
After Sam had dragged it out and got it past the slope, I was waiting for Matt to ask if he should try to put it in neutral… 😂😂😂
I would love to see another video on this machine later in the future hope she can be saved
"It's longer tooth as it is" i love this one ,thanks Matt you're the best!
Can't wait for more of this machine! 👍
Now that’s what you call working with what you got. Cool way to load this beast.
Absolute superb content scrap or not. love to see old warriors been saved.
Thanks for the link to Scrappy's KZhead - Its AWESOME, man has that guy got some kit - A clever bloke, no wonder you two get on!
Got to say, although i love every one of your video's, this is probably the most excited i've been about a resurrection of yours. This is the true spirit of bringing a machine back from the dead. Not only dragging it out from 50 years worth of undergrowth, but the fact it's so unqiue in how it's got a backhoe, combined with the absolutely awesome shot of the 2 old machines holding it in the air whilst it was loaded up, i honestly can't wait to see a series bringing this thing back to life. Keep up the amazing work Matt, cheers for the continued thorough entertainment
Congratulations Matt on rescuing that sweet crawler. It's going to be a nice addition to the farm. Great video thank you for sharing 😀
Can't wait to watch more of this machine, but if anyone can free up the engine,Matt has the knowledge and experience it takes. Go get em' Matt!
Thanks Matt! It's great to see another video that goes back to your roots. No pun intended. I can't wait to see you try to get this old girl running.
I grew up on a 60s 977 just like that one. Hand clutches and foot brakes, bangin levers.
Epic recovery.Thanks for sharing and taking us along
Awesome episode Matt! I hope you can get it freed up and running!
If only you knew someone that has a shop with overhead crane to help with jobs like this. Looks like another diesel creek adventure. Few people are willing to keep saving old iron, keep up the great job
Sweet to see the progress on it.
👍👍👍👍👍👌Absolutely a double wow finding, getting it out of the bush and getting it back to your property, you and Sam work great together, and as always great video , very interesting content thanks for sharing your projects and knowledge……priceless!!!
Thanks 👍
You might want to take it out of gear I don't see the tracks moving
Living the dream brother, living the dream.