We Upgraded Our Yard Crane! | Franna MAC 14 | Workshop Machinery
We finally upgraded our yard crane! In this video we are doing a tour and walkaround of our “new to us” Franna MAC 14 Crane! This new crane has a 14 Tonne lifting capacity, which is double what our old yard crane can lift. We will show you all about this awesome Australian built pick and carry crane and what it can do. We share how we got the machine, all the specs, how it works but also all of the things we are going to be doing to it. We also show the crane lifting and moving some heavy machinery. For what we paid we are really happy with this crane and that it will help take our business to the next level!
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That looks like a great machine.. I could see bungee jumping in a upcoming video..
Don't overwork yourself ok?
Are you sure that it does not need new glow plugs not saying that it does but I have a diesel lawn mower that is a mongrel to start as well and I know that it needs new glow plugs you will have to spend a little bit of money on it but I'm sure it will be a good crane when it's finished
That's what I came here to moan about lol.... Your old crane looked like a lowrider that somehow also reminded me of a very large 4 wheeled chopper. All it needed to complete the look was a chopped roof, candy paint and the largest spoked wheels ever made to suit those huge tyres. That way what it lacks in capacity will be made up by style lol. You just turned into a soccer mum and bought the minivan of yard cranes. Lmao jk
@@noelhenderson8095 Yeah agree with you on the glow plugs.
It’s heartwarming to see your continuing success. Well deserved.
Thanks mate!
KZhead is funny, this is a couple that I’ve never met and live on the other side of the world, yet it genuinely makes me happy to see their continued success and expansion!
Just what i was thinking
@@conor-breathnach where do you live
@@CuttingEdgeEngineeringbrain farm ISO’s (’😊
from a youtuber's perspective you could not possibly have picked a better machine: i see a wealth of repair and restoration videos coming up in the near future - beautiful!
It's a dilemma for me because I am desperate to see the finished restored machine, but I am also looking forward to seeing the process.
Yep, will make for very interesting content. Looking forward to them
@@porkpie2884 Well, he _does_ know someone who can do these things ...
@@KaiHenningsen yep. So do we :)
@@TrevorDennis100 the process if most of the fun
Your wife does an excellent job with the camera shots and angles - great team effort !!
That's not a yard crane in need of maintenance, that's a synergy between getting more stuff done and wholesome KZhead repair content :) Glad to see that it's got the traditional Aussie mark in the form of a no doubt venomous spider living in it already. It'd not be an Aussie crane otherwise :)
I'd get rid of it out of the cabin mate. I actually know a guy who got bitten on the bum by a redback - they're just about the most painful bite around. For Americans, redbacks are a close relative of the black widow. You'd be unlucky to die of a bite, but it can certainly ruin your day and even put you in hospital. And yes, they're extremely common.
If you put your fingers under something to lift it and feel something soft, squeeze a bit harder because it will be a redback. Better to kill it then than have it bite you during the lift. There will be one under everything. If there is not a redback under something there will be a brown snake. That is why we are so tough in Australia. Jeff
We have a song about spiders and snakes in the states performed by Jim Stanford give a listen. Just a fun pun on your remark but really listen th that tune as it might amuse you.
@@jamesmorgan6782 That is an old ‘70s song we all listen too. I can’t say I ever took much notice of it other than the tune was catchy and spiders and snakes didn’t appear to be the way to her heart.
'Start ya bastard', only in Australia could you get away with that. Brilliant. The crane looks awesome, a spoiler and some racing colours will lift it above all other cranes. Thank you Kurtis and Karen, WOOF to Homie, have a great weekend.
Amazing, something made in Australia. So much manufacturing lost over the decades, great to see an Aussie company still here and even exporting now.
I used to build these cranes about 10 years ago just after I finished my trade
@@RossWilliams-qr8gm would you remember Dave Francis the guy who invented it at 17 mile rocks. Dave and Nancy Francis. Franna!!
Unfortunately booms and chassis now made in China. Cabs etc still made and cranes are assembled in Australia
I just love everything about this channel. was watching an off grid channel I sub to, he was working on a VERY OLD D8 dozer. I guess since he was working on a big cat dozer, KZhead sent me your three part cat dozer blade series ♥️ quickly subscribed and binge watching ever since. my fiancée finds it hilarious that I will spend three hours every night watching hing till 2am. keep it up mr "I know a guy that can fix that" make sure to add the new led light bars on all sides of the unit and a few strobe safety lights.
It's so nice to see you expanding your machine park. You work hard and you succeed. And you both really deserve that success.
Thanks Stefan we appreciate that mate 👍
This is exactly what I want to see...CEE doing better and better and moving onto bigger and better things. We all win with this and Kurtis, Karen and Homey are well deserving of success!
thanks so much for the support mate!
The thing is how much can just one man do? Kurtis and Karen work long hours already. I can't see how they can expand the business without starting to employ good experienced machinists who don't need much supervision and who would work to Kurtis's extremely high standards. That's a big dilemma for CEE Australia
In Germany we have "start pilot" or "engine starter spray". In Austrailia you have "start ya bastard". It really makes my day :))
Isn't a pimped out crane something we all strive towards in life? The restoring videos will be awesome, no doubt. Looking forward to them, especially the one building the cab.
Now I want to see Xzibit set loose on the crane.
9:34 Start Ya Bastard ether...OUTSTANDING!!! That is the BEST thing I've ever seen!!!
The giggle when you said “i know a guy who can fix those….” You are both great. I am enjoying my Friday cigar and thinking of the many episodes you will get out of this. I am so happy to see you growing and wish you all the success your hard work brings.
The last company I worked with had a Franna. Great little crane. They were a mobile crane company. It always brought a smile when it was used. They’ve had one for years btw in the UK. :)
Awesome mate!
Loved the air tank blowdown valve sequence in the bloopers! Karen's reaction was hilarious. The new crane looks like just the ticket for what you need it to do. Cheers!
We'll miss your wild International yard crane and its wild looks but we're all here for all of your success!
I can't wait to see the bling added to this purchase, and looking forward to seeing the newest addition to your workshop, guy's you both are fabulous thanks very much for being here :)
Cheers mate thanks for the support
Wow that’s flash mate I love seeing an Aussie business succeeding and being able to upgrade equipment Congratulations guys Love you work 👍🏻
Cheers mate we appreciate the support!
No video makes us all sad, how are we meant to get on with our lives without a Friday video. Sadness overwhelms us, no spiny thingies, sparkles or loud tappity tap taps. WOE IS ME!
I can't think of a more odd replacement for motorbikes and drift cars, I love it! Can't wait to see the build come along!
I once worked in a fabrication shop making highway and rail bridges. The fascination with heavy lifting never left me. Also, my younger brother ran a fabrication/machine shop for quite a few years in the 1970s and 1980s. I could watch things being built and shaped all day. Thanks for letting me re-live those parts of my life. I ended up running a construction company, then retiring to an office job adjusting insurance claims. I'm glad to see you being successful in your chosen path! Watching from Ohio, US.
Another Buckeye watching! O-H-
Hey John it's always great to know how our viewers can relate or might bring back some memories for them, thanks for watching all the way over there 😄👍
Buckeye here as well👍
Glad to see a good, honest, hard-working tradesman doing well for himself.
Thanks for the support mate
Great Idea....Drift Crane Competition. Your wife can drive while you're at the end of the Boom giving directions. Can't wait!!!
Awww... "bonnet" is such an endearing term for anyone who had to put up with things like "hood" instead...
clearly well designed bit of kit being able to just drop chains back into the box is magic! saves dragging them in the dirt
Happy Friday Everyone🎉🎉🎉
Happy friday! I needed that!
Yippppeeeeee!!!!
The one with the most toys wins but then Homeless knows all about that. VERY NICE
Always good to see a video start with the safety officer inspecting a new piece of equipment.
Congratulations on the new crane and for all of the success you two have had. It is nice to see someone's hard work and determination pay off. Very few people have a work ethic anymore or an example to follow and it's nice to see someone filling that role. Once again, fantastic video.
hey mate thanks for the support we appreciate that!
The crane is a needed addition to your fleet at CCE. It is good to see your hard work paying off. I love your dog and what personality he has going for him. Your wife is an excellent camera operator. Are you going to paint flames on the crane? That would look cool.
nothing is off limits with this build 😂👍
@@CuttingEdgeEngineering - And chrome, lots of chrome.
Upswept exhaust pipes, chrome obviously.
@@lrdisco2005 - and chrome knobs on the shifters.
Need to hang a ball from it for the little guy to play with, then give him a lift. Thanks for the vid, good to see it all coming together for ya. The “Start Ya Bastard”, perfect !
Thanks you all, funniest part when Mom said "Good Boy" to homeless he was like WTF!?!?! Really looked annoied.
Love the starting fluid can: "Start, ya bastard". How australian XD
That KAB seat will be the best seat you ever sat in. I have one of their office seats in my home office. People say spending £700 on an office seat is madness, but you cannot beat comfort and quality, particularly if you are sat in it all day. Look at how well it has done in comparison to the rest of the cabin. You can get parts for them as well, covers, foam, handles etc.
KAB and SEARS both make an excellent seat if you buy their good models.
Have emotionally invested in your channel, it feels like I’ve gotten a new crane
As always, I LOVE the Friday night beer video....Yes, literally having a beer while viewing the content. I thought Karen was the giggler. Kurtis, a good run for the money there 👍. Almost fell of the chair with "I don't have a drift car anymore, so I'm going to bling up the crane" Just gold. And when we got to finally see a train go past, somewhat anticlimactic without the "Fark off train" audio 😆. As always a GREAT watch. Take care team, and keep an eye out for Jeorge.... May he return Cheers Pete' Hokitika N.Z
Congratulations on your upgrade. The safety officer seems to approve too 😀. It makes me happy seeing your business running strong! I'm looking forward to some repair videos sprinkled in in the future. Godspeed and good health to all of you!
Thanks so much!
That chain-into-chainbox feature is a great quality of life feature!
You showed all of this crane. Okay, okay, we will love him like the old one!
Well done Kurtis, Karen & Homey. You guys have put in the effort and time. You deserve to have an upgrade.
Hi Folks. Tom from Minnesota USA here. I have to say you two have a great channel here. Been following you for a couple years. Watched every video you’ve posted, all the way to the end. Super informative, educational and entertaining. The technical details you add while working, Kurtis, really add depth to the videos. Karen, your direction and editing are spot on. The outtakes are hilarious. You two really look like you get along well, which adds to the charm of your channel. The interactions with Homey are awesome - I am a dog lover too ( JRT ). Picked up a bit of swag from you a while back - my favorite coffee mug. Keep up the great work! Big fan from the Great White North.
Hey Tom! Thanks so much for the great comment and all the support, it's viewers like yourself that definitely give us motivation to keep making videos that can be enjoyed. Cheers, Karen Kurtis & Homey 😄😎🐾
Since when is Minnesota known as "The Great White North? We have a whole country above you that's bigger than the USA and is ACTUALLY The Great White North. Google it if you don't believe me, you won't find any reference to the USA let alone the tiny state of Minnesota.
Wait a second! Minnesota is using the “Great White North” name now? That’s Canada’s nickname! Technically, the “GWN” originally referred to the Arctic islands in Canada’s north, but the name gradually came to mean the whole country. We’ll have to build a wall on our southern border to keep our nicknames, polar bears and beavers from spilling over into the United States and being assimilated. Would you Americans be willing to pay for it? Please? Until that happens, we can both amuse ourselves by watching Australians fix stuff, under the watchful eye of the safety officer.
Hi mate. It should also have a manual extension. Push the boom all the way out. There’s a pin on the end of the boom just behind the head block. It goes all the way through. Remove that. Then there’s a push bar on top of the last section of boom. There should be a short pin on the side of the boom. Put that pin in the push bar and suck the boom in. You’ll have to winch down at the same time. That’ll push the manual section out. Then put the pin back through the boom and remove the pin from the push bar. To retract it remove the pin from the boom and winch up. Also you’ll probably find 2 falls is plenty for most things. Very rarely we ran 3 falls. And if you use the holding brake you get a lot more slew. It just holds the front right brake on. A bloody good buy though. Well done!
Sometimes its very important that the boom is raised up and extendet to its full length..,- thats for sure😎
As always, you have very good timing... you almost always upload your videos when I'm having a cuppa. Looks like an awesome yard crane. Looking forward to watching the rest of the video. Keep up the great work Kurtis, Karen, and Homey💪😎👍
Karen's got the video ready to go same time each week! Enjoy mate 👍
Congrats on your new crane, go steady on the starting spray though, it can totally wreck an engine, they are built to work with a certain cylinder pressure and the starting fluid has a higher explosive pressure and can actually bend conrods, better to cure the reason it needs the stuff than to keep using it.
I second that! Having spent 8 years as a Warranty Engineer for the US operation of Deutz (a German/Global Diesel Engine Manufacturer) I have seen the results of too much Ether spray! The problem is it takes two people to use it "safely". One to crank the engine over while the other sprays. One person doing it loads the intake manifold with Ether and then cranks it over, leaving the first one or two cylinders on the intake stroke to get most of the "spray". I've seen head bolts stretched, head gaskets blown, etc.
And cracked rings from detonation.
Can’t wait to see new episodes an l like the wife laughing at Curtis for messing up his lines an how Curtis distract easy
You bloody mongrels, leaving us with such a cliffhanger. Love your work, look forward to these videos every week
I remember the days of having a few tools and building my business up over the years. It’s a great feeling knowing your work propels your business Congratulations!!
What needs 2 lift machines for placement? Just for your pleasure, that's the real question left from today presentation. Love this channel, always keeps you looking forward.
all will be revealed soon!
Putting the chains away with just the boom arm is so neato!
Congratulations, that's a great crane. I look forward to Saturday morning coffee and your channel.
That looks like a logical next step in yard cranes! I loved the "mad Max" side of the old International! All the best, Matthew
Поздравляю с приобретением! Уверен оно стоит того и всё будет хорошо!👍👍👍👍
Binge watching this channel for 2 nights..............cheers from Colorado.
All these machines every home shop should have.
Definitely looking forward to watching you rebuild this sweet unit! I think my favorite thing about it is the extra thought put into the design of the machine with being able to put your chains away from in the cab like that.
Congratulations on the new crane purchase Kurtis & Karen. Franna is an amazing Aussie success story. Not sure if you know, but in the 90’s I worked as maintenance fitter at Wallyword (DW) at Coomera. We used to hire Franna’s all the time to lift ride parts, electric motors etc.. Anyway, hope to see you both again soon 👍🍻. Cheers Azza
Hey mate, well there you go, we didn't know that one. Love a good bit of Aussie history! Looking forward to seeing you soon mate 👍
"Aaron Engineering" - another engineering channel subscribed to!
@@michaelmclachlan1650 Thank you Michael and welcome mate.
While we were all hoping to see a drift car build after recent videos, I’ll settle for a crane build series 🏎️
Drift crane???
Once again, an enjoyable video with the high marks in the bloopers together with mrs. Curtis' infectious laugh. All a joy to listen and see. Thanks to all!
Homeless is “Gold” you guys are smashing it and deserve every success…..I have no history in your industry……..but for moe than two years I look forward to your Friday content drop…..interesting, informative, well captured, very well edited and above all entertaining…..❤️ love the outtakes they just seal the deal…🙏🏻🙏🏻🍻🍻💪🏻💪🏻 have a great weekend.
Hey mate it's so good to know that the videos are enjoyed, and that you've watched them since nearly the beginning of the channel is awesome!
Looking forward to seeing this doing laps at Norwell Motorplex.
As a Crane Mechanic by Trade. I can see that you have a very versatile machine for what you need to do with it. I work on some very old machines, & there is nothing that cannot be rebuilt providing that you have the parts or know how to build the parts. Let's keep these old machines alive as they did not depend on electrniocs or computers to keep them running, It needed the know how of real men with machines to keep them going. That is what i like about your channel is that you do NOT depend on CNC rather the old school way of measuring things. That is the way that I learned how to ne a machinist years ago & I progressed into a Diesel mechanic building diesel engines then into a Crane Mechanic. I am now a Manitowoc Crane Specialist & my services are needed nationwide. I have never had to look for a job as people come to me to ask if i would work for them. This being with only a High School formal eduation.So there is a need for a trade education & not a degree from a college. More people need to learn a trade & not get a degree that will not help them get a job. Keep up the good work & I will keep on watching your videos. You are doing GREAT!
CNC has a place in mass manufacture where repeatability is king, But for jobbing shops I doubt manual machines will ever really go away
I think the coolest part is that it will pick and place the chains back in the chain box.
Excited to see the repairs/fabrication on your new crane. It doesn't pay as much, but it's so satisfying to work on your own tools knowing they'll work better for your paying jobs. Cheers!
The Frenna looks brand new -- from a distance! Looking forward to seeing the racing stripes on the machine.
Then we'll see what a hot lap in a crane really looks like! Well, I hope we do.
11:50 "I know a guy who can fix those" Kudos to Kurtis for pulling that off with a straight face, despite Karen laughing.
congratulations on the new acquirement, also I love how safety officer Homey did his inspection and nod of approval 😂, yay I see a lot of videos coming in the form of repairs can't wait.
We use the Franna a lot in the mobile comms industry to do outdoor cabinet installation and swaps. The 4WD and diff lock comes in handy on those country sites.
Absolutely fantastic addition to your machinery park! Someone should already call dibs on it because I am certain that once you decide to sell it, it will be in perfect shape! 😀 Homey and CGO (Chief Giggle Officer) again did fantastic job and put a big smile on my face. Happy Friday! Looking forward to future videos! (Super excited for the fabrication of the cabin - didn't expect that!).
Glad to hear you pronounced "DelapeÑa" in perfect spanish! 👌 🇪🇦
This video came out this morning and I had to wait until after work to watch it. 🎉 Glad you have a “new” crane.
nice to see some new equipment and projects to do come into the shop - and great to see 'Homies friendly face - he is a true star!
What a monster! Congrats guys
Cheers mate!!
Thats what she said
@@nipponsuxs Question - is that what Karen points to with the camera prior to laughing (outtakes clips eg 17:25 )
@@philhunt9297 whos Karen
@@nipponsuxs It's Kurtis's gf/wife/partner AFAIK - she's the one filming - how did you not get it?
Yes to racing stripes....and flames 🔥
Isn’t it great when a new machine is also a new toy! I look forward to watching all of your progress re-fettling this beauty.
Congratulations on your new crane! It would be interesting to watch the repair and work.
we will definitely make a video series of the repairs & rebuild
Bling out my crane. True redneck status in America. Lol. Im glad y'all got a bigger crane. Excited to see the growth. You have definitely earned it
Franna are great cranes, They procured work from me a few years ago, at their Brisbane office. The crane is worth it just for seat value, and lots of spiders hiding in the cab. I think paint it metalic purple, put spats on the rear, some wide black and gold racing stripes, a sports steering wheel, allow rims all round (polished) and don't forget the dice hanging from the mirror along with an 8 ball knob on the gear stick. Oh and Hi Troy. CEE new storage rental facility.
A pair of dice and the 8ball are a must have! 😂👍
The chainbox loading/unloading is a great idea. Congrats on your new family member.
I really enjoy the videos. If there was ever an Australian name for a product it has to be "Start Ya Bastard".
This is awesome, two of my favourites combined, I love this channel and what you do and I love Frannas!
How good's that! Hope you enjoy seeing this one in action.
@@CuttingEdgeEngineering homeless sure is excited
Can't wait for the crane overhaul videos. What a great addition to the shop.
You sure bought yourself a lot of work with the new crane. It should make for some very interesting videos, particularly building a new cab. Looking forward to seeing this old crane being brought back to new again.
'Start you bastard!' Hahahaaaa doesn't get anymore Australian than that. I was surprised that you even thought it necessary to check if it was. Love your work and Katen's videos. Best of luck from the Netherlands
Can't wait to see it all sorted and repainted with the racing stripes 😂😂 Great bit of kit, and brilliant video as usual.
Excited about the cap build and the whole crane restoration series! It is going to be cool following the projects and problems you are going to tackle! Good on ya
You bought a Franna! They are awesome. Look forward to seeing your coach building skills.
That thing is sweet. I’m very excited for all the upcoming videos on it. Still, it would be very hard to let go of the IHC though. It’s been a loyal beast that helped you guys get where you are today. You’ve already found a scenario where 2 cranes will be handy. 😉
Racing stripes are absolutely critical for yard crane. Сan't wait to see how they turn out.
Congratulations CEE, great crane and well deserved 👍
Hey mate thank you!
A definite upgrade from the wobbly
Racing stripes and flames. Glad you know a guy who can rebuild those cylinders. 😂
What an awesome and practical crane, seems to work much faster than your old yard crane as well? Very happy for your expansion.
Hey mate yeah does work faster 👍
now that is a upgrade love to see the growth
Thanks mate!
The smattering of fuses on the control panel is always a good sign
Congratulations for new crane and its good work hydrolic both pipes change and rusting remove
Love your new crane, it will give you so much more ability and safety. Will miss your old yard crane though, it was such a unique machine
Hey guys. It’s hard to write a polite comment and not something about how a bit of extension never hurt a bloke 😂. Or how excited Karen was seeing it do it’s thing 😂. Good on you for grinding hard and succeeding. Have a great weekend 👍
Nothing wrong with average extension mate 😂👍
@@CuttingEdgeEngineering 🙄
The safety officer has given his approval! What a machine! Poor old yard crane has the sulks now! I can only guess the starting problem is the injectors?
WOOHOO, New toys to make lifts safer and a capacity to service all your requirements. As with any used machinery there are a few and looks like minor bits of tinkering to do aside from that cab.. Like you small eyesores stick out like a sore thumb. I am sure you have the list and ready to correct them. Nice addon to the shop my friend. Now along with old faithful you have all the lifting capacity you need. Oh HOW I LIKE SPARES AND SPARES FOR THE SPARE TOO. Give that goofy dog a good one from me please and a respectful hug from this old Canuckian to your girl too. Thanks a bunch for todays post. I hope you're having a great weekend my friend.