Daniel Ames
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adding 4 feet to my trailer
I need to pick up a 22 foot load with a 16 foot trailer. So I extend my trailer to 20 feet with the ramp, some scrap steel, and some bolts. I'm not the first to do this, nor should I be. :) You can do it too!
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welding a hitch to the tractor
zhlédnutí 934Před 2 lety
need to move my trailer around the property - on the cheap! All I spent was ~$13 for the hitch ball.
pulling down a tree
zhlédnutí 454Před 2 lety
pulling down a stubborn pine tree with the tractor and snatch block. I don't want to push it from the other side because it what if it pops loose early and lands on top of me? No thanks. Obviously I don't want to pull it in the direction I'm driving, either. Background music attributions (so I don't get stricken): Marty Gots a Plan by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attributi...
tractor forks, the poor man's grapple
zhlédnutí 34KPřed 2 lety
Need to move some brush, but can't *fork* out the cash for a fancy grapple? I took a chance on these forks, and I'm very happy with them! I got them from Bucket Solutions (I am NOT affiliated with them in any way) bucketsolutions.com/7spear-ultra-fork.html I'd still like to have a grapple someday, but these forks have definitely stepped up to the task for the most part. Worth every penny!
yet another stuck tractor video
zhlédnutí 7KPřed 2 lety
Drove straight into a literal mud pit. This is how I got out.
How to disconnect camshaft position sensor on VQ35DE
zhlédnutí 17KPřed 2 lety
Watch this before you break it. Took me forever to figure this out. Couldn't find a vid on how to do it, so here you go. Nissan 350z, Infiniti G35, Altima, et al.
fixing a bench
zhlédnutí 38Před 3 lety
fixing a bench for a friend
fixing my tractor
zhlédnutí 17KPřed 3 lety
My Yanmar SA424 suddenly lost power while I was working. Would die as soon as I tried to do anything. Turned out to be fuel starvation - clog in the tank. Not Yanmar's fault; it was my fault. This is how I fixed it.
making a trailer hitch for my tractor bucket
zhlédnutí 24KPřed 3 lety
Need to move my trailer into a tight spot (too tight for a truck) so I can haul some construction debris to the dump. I don't like the clamp-on style hitches on the market, but I still want something that "clamps on" with no bucket mods. 1. I can't see them from from my seat on the tractor 2. They are known to bend the bucket blade 3. Their lift point is a bit far forward, artificially increasi...
installing a propane generator
zhlédnutí 392Před 3 lety
Installing a DuroMax XP12000EH generator to my main breaker box. I got the 100lb propane tanks from Costco: www.costco.com/flame-king-100-lb-empty-steel-propane-cylinder-with-pol-valve.product.100301073.html I do not recommend you attempt any of this. DuroMax finally did get back with me. They said I can either take it to a repair place way across town, or ship it back for a replacement. I don'...
changing a catalytic converter
zhlédnutí 13KPřed 3 lety
Recommend watching at 1.5x My old workhorse needs a new cat - 2008 Honda Civic Sedan Throwing P0420, P420 code Got the new cat off of ebay for $100. DISCLAIMER: This is a cheap ebay cat! These cats do not last nearly as long as an OEM part or even a comparable autozone part. As seldom as I drive this car, I expect about 2 years out of this part, which I am perfectly happy with. If you drive you...
fixing a kenmore washer/dryer
zhlédnutí 118Před 3 lety
Suggest watching at 1.5x My Kenmore 41002 got the OE error again. Here's how I fixed it. -Removed clog -Replaced drain pump New pump: OEM LG by Primeco 4681EA2001T Drain Pump - $35 www.amazon.com/dp/B0797GQSS9/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_405ZMMK6BSM6M6B3YS6H?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 This procedure (as well as this pump) applies to many other models as well. I don't know which ones.

Komentáře

  • @user-kb3zf3rj1b
    @user-kb3zf3rj1b Před 19 dny

    Super filmik 💪👍

  • @rcl99tlr65
    @rcl99tlr65 Před 2 měsíci

    thank you!

  • @Somebodys_Doppelganger
    @Somebodys_Doppelganger Před 2 měsíci

    Thank you my guy !!!!

  • @joemcgrath7446
    @joemcgrath7446 Před 2 měsíci

    I can't believe that. You just saved my life

  • @BillyBlaze7
    @BillyBlaze7 Před 3 měsíci

    Nice work, looks like a real pain in the ass to get that tank off but could be worse.

  • @yassine123
    @yassine123 Před 4 měsíci

    Yeah sure buddy, "changing" a catalytic converter. The feds are on their way

  • @michaelbailey50
    @michaelbailey50 Před 5 měsíci

    Nice to see poor man solution. Right up my alley. Grapple definitely not in my budget.

  • @user-ru7su3ym3j
    @user-ru7su3ym3j Před 5 měsíci

    weld or bolt on a piece of 2.5 inch tubing 3/16 wall. brace bucket under tubing to keep bucket from bending

  • @frankwrogg2515
    @frankwrogg2515 Před 5 měsíci

    Looks handy for the next zombie apocalypse also, 😂😂😂

  • @user-nl5ff2ew8t
    @user-nl5ff2ew8t Před 7 měsíci

    Looks like IAM gave up their website. Are they still in business?

  • @eltoritodechicago
    @eltoritodechicago Před 7 měsíci

    So how’s the catalyt working out? Still going strong even being kind of cheap?

    • @danielames7611
      @danielames7611 Před 7 měsíci

      Nope, it lasted about 2 years. Got another cheap replacement and will do this again in another 2 years prolly. Kind of a hassle, but a "good" catalytic converter is like $1200!! Fortunately these are easy to replace on this car.

    • @eltoritodechicago
      @eltoritodechicago Před 7 měsíci

      @@danielames7611 I hear you man on the same boat I find it hard to pay 1200 I’ll go this route do you know which one you bought I searched them up and a lot of them come out

  • @oldshooter1
    @oldshooter1 Před 8 měsíci

    Forks look good but cannot find the vendor?😢

  • @no1but24
    @no1but24 Před 9 měsíci

    I hope you’re going to put that wiring in conduit and bury it, you know critters are going to chew that stuff up.

  • @FISHERMAN331977
    @FISHERMAN331977 Před 9 měsíci

    Not sure what year your car is but it looks very similar to my engine

  • @FISHERMAN331977
    @FISHERMAN331977 Před 9 měsíci

    I have a 2012 Honda Civic LX 1.8 l. I want to try and change it myself and buy one on eBay but I'm afraid that once I do it that it won't pass emissions because it's an aftermarket?

    • @danielames7611
      @danielames7611 Před 9 měsíci

      I'm not aware of aftermarket cats having that problem. Passing emissions is kind of the whole point of replacing the cat, whether oem or aftermarket. The one drawback of aftermarket that I'm aware of is that they don't last nearly as long as a genuine oem part. The cat you see me install in this video died after 2 years. I'm due for another one already. A genuine part would still be functioning. If you don't mind swapping them out every 2 years, cheap ebay cats will save you a lot of money. If you want something that has a much better chance of lasting a very long time, then you'll want to spend the extra money (A LOT more money) on an oem part. Whatever you decide - good luck.

    • @ERSLIFE-we1mg
      @ERSLIFE-we1mg Před 6 měsíci

      @@danielames7611i have the same car i’m in California think that Cat you bought would work on mine? thanks 🙏🏽

    • @danielames7611
      @danielames7611 Před 6 měsíci

      @@ERSLIFE-we1mg mechanically, it will work just fine. Now I don't know anything about CA emissions law, so please do your research for your location. I'm just "a guy on youtube". Never trust a guy on CZcams. :)

    • @ERSLIFE-we1mg
      @ERSLIFE-we1mg Před 6 měsíci

      @@danielames7611 thank you 🙏🏽

  • @nayeliespinal2438
    @nayeliespinal2438 Před 10 měsíci

    What if front loader doesnt want to work?

    • @danielames7611
      @danielames7611 Před 10 měsíci

      Well I'm no expert by any means, but if the front loader doesn't work, but you can still drive it around, I would suspect the joystick mechanism. If it won't drive either, you either have hydraulic leak, or your pump is dead. If you can get it to a real expert, I recommend that above my advice.

  • @khelix23
    @khelix23 Před 10 měsíci

    I think my civic doesn’t have that part 😮!!!

  • @wellnessotr
    @wellnessotr Před 10 měsíci

    Yeah, but not when it’s in the engine compartment!

  • @MrRyanlipp1980
    @MrRyanlipp1980 Před rokem

    Another video like this said not to use anti-seize on the hardware that mounts the Cadillac converter to the block

  • @greghercher2068
    @greghercher2068 Před rokem

    Subscribed! I bought a new SA425 about a month ago and have been just learning how to use it here and there. Only has 20 hours on it now but I definitely enjoy seeing others and the way they are used/modified. P.S. I love your outro... "Let's go find something else to do!"

  • @NickStokes69
    @NickStokes69 Před rokem

    Can you possibly help me? I have an 06 350z vq35 (DE) and I’m getting a code p1084. I changed the the camshaft position sensor on bank 1 bc I had got that code first and it’s a straight plug. I changed it and once I put my battery back on I received the code p1084. I researched it and found out it’s a code referring to the camshaft position sensor so I assumed it was on the driver side so I ordered it (the one with the angle) and when I pulled out the sensor on the driver side it’s also straight and I don’t have any sensors on that driver side with and angle. I have video and pics I just can’t upload them for you to see. Is that possible or am I missing that sensor with the angle. The one on the driver side says a29640 c20 on it and when I look up that part number it says camshaft position sensor for Nissan

  • @ELRODEOPICORIVERA
    @ELRODEOPICORIVERA Před rokem

    Now ur rams are super weak

  • @2LateIWon
    @2LateIWon Před rokem

    How long are those spikes?

  • @Nscalestuff
    @Nscalestuff Před rokem

    For the past few months, my 08 civic check engine light has been coming on for a day or two, then going off for a day or two. I got the same code, cleaned both o2 sensors and the light went out for about a day, then right back on. Thanks for this video and info!

  • @Agustin-jo8mv
    @Agustin-jo8mv Před rokem

    Hey Daniel, what is the thickness of the green rods? I am seriously considering making my own, on a quick connect plate. This would be very helpful. Thank you in advance. :)

    • @danielames7611
      @danielames7611 Před rokem

      My harbor freight thickness caliper guage says they're 1" 9/64... so probably 1" 1/8 :)

    • @Agustin-jo8mv
      @Agustin-jo8mv Před rokem

      @@danielames7611 got ya! Thank you. That is good enough for me! I am thinking about using 1" rebar, it sounds like that should be comparable. Haha

  • @drewwally2702
    @drewwally2702 Před rokem

    Great video, good ideas and use of surroundings. This made something intimidating look easy!

  • @santiagoreyna9136
    @santiagoreyna9136 Před rokem

    😂

  • @kevinshadrick943
    @kevinshadrick943 Před rokem

    thanks!

  • @ride4kix
    @ride4kix Před rokem

    How to dismantle the whole tractor to get to the gas tank. Wow.

  • @mgb00031
    @mgb00031 Před rokem

    Great video! I’m trying to find an implement to use as a hand broad fork, to dig and slightly loosen garden beds. The soil has already been plowed and tilled so it looks like this would be a good fit??? Is it strong enough to do this??

    • @danielames7611
      @danielames7611 Před rokem

      Hmm.. I feel like these would be too long for that. If I come in too steep and stab them into the ground more than a few inches deep, my tractor usually can't lift them out. (My tractor is small, mind you). They're really long and the mechanical disadvantage is something you have to work with. Maybe if you found something with shorter tines? Or if you have a bigger tractor? I don't think it would work well with my little 24hp... Good luck in your search!

  • @mikeygee2465
    @mikeygee2465 Před rokem

    That was pretty impressive!

  • @ZumosGarage
    @ZumosGarage Před rokem

    Bro this vid rocks. You work just like me lol. No but yeah I’m about to tackle this soon on my daughter’s car and this “preview” of the job really helps. Thanks.

    • @ZumosGarage
      @ZumosGarage Před rokem

      Just did this and just wanted to add the new (Chinese $99) cat that I got went on great but the bottom bracket on the passenger side had to be bent and manipulated to get it to line back up with the existing mounting points. Other than that it was just like you show in the vid. Thanks for the help!

  • @midaslin1475
    @midaslin1475 Před rokem

    Thank you, this helps a lot.

  • @billgyrotech
    @billgyrotech Před rokem

    Did he fart?

  • @jamesonconde6624
    @jamesonconde6624 Před rokem

    Awesome video. Simple to the point. Sorry about your front bumper cover getting caught as you were pulling away.

  • @skrotjorgenhellqvist6357

    Du har snabbfäste på lastarn... Ja tror du skulle klara av med med gaffeln om du sätter den direkt på snabbfästet istället för på skopan...

  • @Noah_E
    @Noah_E Před rokem

    This makes me thankful that I have a YT347 with the tank low and accessible.

  • @kenburner
    @kenburner Před rokem

    Link to product is dead. 😢

  • @michaelangelo7511
    @michaelangelo7511 Před rokem

    Wow! You ripped the tractor apart like a boss. Great mechanic skills AND a good guess on the problem. 👍🏻🇺🇸

  • @robertpoirier8520
    @robertpoirier8520 Před rokem

    Thanks.

  • @storemannc
    @storemannc Před rokem

    What caused algae? I have been using tractors 30 years . Never had this issue

  • @baytownbert2
    @baytownbert2 Před rokem

    Excellent adventure from here! Thanks!

  • @kendallt2020
    @kendallt2020 Před rokem

    most people never understand the winching power when the wheel is wrapped with a strong strap to wrap the direction in once freed unwhine. this was good too.

  • @Playamane22
    @Playamane22 Před rokem

    Can’t tell you how many times I squeezed the hell out of the thing because I read to push down 🤣 not the “push down” I was expecting

  • @frankcastle7777
    @frankcastle7777 Před rokem

    Some peoples mind is on a higher level of problem solving. Good work and GOD BLESS!

  • @Moselli56
    @Moselli56 Před rokem

    Simply brilliant!

  • @michaelohara2161
    @michaelohara2161 Před rokem

    I bought a 2”hitch receiver mount for $ 20 years ago and welded to to top of the bucket, in the same place. It allows me to move trailers, attach a wench if I want. I usually have have a mount with a tow shackle clevis on it for pulling stumps and lifting things. I can share any of the mounts with my truck.

    • @mars1952
      @mars1952 Před rokem

      You beat me to it. I was going to say, grind all of that crap off of your ball mount and weld a receiver to your bucket. Later you can make or buy mounts for a shackle or a chain grab hook. You could also make a boom that mounts in the receiver and is supported by the front of the bucket. The list is endless.

  • @occamselectricrazor

    thanks, very helpful

  • @gavinelliot3564
    @gavinelliot3564 Před 2 lety

    Go hard.macgiver you got it son.proud of ya Jim bob++++++

  • @meauxsoutdoors8119
    @meauxsoutdoors8119 Před 2 lety

    Somebody don’t know about weight distribution. Don’t put any weight back there or your going find out what I’m what talking about the hard way. Look up fish tailing

    • @danielames7611
      @danielames7611 Před 2 lety

      Somebody didn't watch the whole video. :) I actually address that at the end (I know most people don't watch videos like this all the way thru. I typically don't either :) ) But yeah, definitely best to only use this for hauling things that are only too long, not back-heavy.

    • @meauxsoutdoors8119
      @meauxsoutdoors8119 Před 2 lety

      Gotcha. Nice try distributing the weight. I had not watched the whole video at first cause I already knew what the outcome was going to be. But at-least you tried to balance it. Good try thought. Just take it slow