Steam Powered Machine Shop 81 Work goes on.

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  • Work done in my shop for hire to show how a small "job" machine shop under steam power might have looked in 1925. I also followed a cylinder head job for a vintage farm tractor in my modern engine "front shop". As always all comments , questions and discussion concerning old machine work, steam power or line shaft power are always welcome. You can check shop news and interesting posts on my "Community " tab, thanks for watching.....Dave

Komentáře • 272

  • @JustaFewAcresFarm
    @JustaFewAcresFarm Před rokem +171

    Hi Dave, thanks for showing the work on my Super C's head! It was fascinating, and I sure am glad I brought it to you to have it done right. You are a true craftsman.

    • @davidrichards5594
      @davidrichards5594  Před rokem +30

      HI Pete, Thanks for that. I was pleased to meet your Dad and friend the other day. I gave them the $.0.25 tour.....Dave

    • @KurvedRK
      @KurvedRK Před rokem +13

      Nice collaboration of two of my favourite CZcams channels!
      Greets from the Netherlands!

    • @jimgollogly98
      @jimgollogly98 Před rokem +8

      Definitely 2 professionals in Dave and Pete. Great video because the backhoe parts are ours and being in the same video as Pete's head is great.

    • @snydedon9636
      @snydedon9636 Před rokem +10

      @@davidrichards5594 hi Dave, my name is don, I’m from New Hampshire. I found your channel from a link from Pete’s channel on the super c head. Your knowledge and craftsmanship are awesome and your shop is incredible. I love steam shops, everything from the sounds to the beautiful machinery. I would like to visit one someday but doubt there are more than a few out there. I did subscribe to your channel so that I can at least watch. That was a great video, thanks, don

    • @brotanknife
      @brotanknife Před rokem +1

      You two should do more together on CZcams for sure..

  • @troyreed7868
    @troyreed7868 Před rokem +46

    Now I understand the respect and fondness from Pete every time he refers to "Mr. Richards". It was a pleasure to stumble onto this true Craftsman.

  • @chrisduggins3071
    @chrisduggins3071 Před rokem +60

    Always a good day when there is a new video from Dave and the Old Steam Powered Machine Shop. 😊 Thanks for your efforts to share this History

  • @normanfeinberg9968
    @normanfeinberg9968 Před rokem

    Something peaceful about watching old machines cutting steel .Thats why i like my southbends.Slow and steady.Lots of oil,and all is right with the world.Thank's Dave

  • @yisraels4555
    @yisraels4555 Před rokem +21

    Always a pleasure watching a true master at work. Thanks for letting us watch over your shoulder.

  • @noelspangenburg3675

    You make it look easy Thanks very interesting

  • @Dudstv-q4w
    @Dudstv-q4w Před rokem +5

    it's a good machine shop, biglike for this vedio

  • @thehammah8444
    @thehammah8444 Před 6 měsíci +1

    This is the second watching of Mr. Pete's rebuild. I happily found this link. Fascinating work by a true craftsman- well done sir.

  • @leewheeler5032
    @leewheeler5032 Před rokem

    Amazing “old school” craftsmanship. Fascinating to watch. Thank you for sharing and teaching us. A true artisan.

  • @pkav8tor
    @pkav8tor Před rokem +16

    Good to see Pete's head being done. Cannot beat old school grinding valve seats, it was how I was taught many many moons ago. Your "Chevy" driven blast cabinet is fantastic! More of the modern side of the shop is appreciated. Thanks for sharing. Regards/greg

  • @massimobianchi4262
    @massimobianchi4262 Před rokem +1

    Mister Richards, heaven exists! Thanks for your videos!

  • @jtjjbannie
    @jtjjbannie Před rokem +13

    I'd love to own that old indicator.
    Not that I'd ever need or use it, but just because it's cool as hell.

  • @tombastion8097
    @tombastion8097 Před rokem

    YES i agree with the other guys because i enjoyed every minute of this and i wish i lived alot closer,, i would enjoy walking around in your shop for hours what a great history lesson.... thank you😃

  • @kelvin0mql
    @kelvin0mql Před rokem +2

    Love the dance of the aerosol cans while the shot-blaster was hummin’.

  • @henkvanderwal2424
    @henkvanderwal2424 Před rokem +5

    Hello David,
    You made my sunday afternoon.
    I just came out of my hobby shop.
    Now sit down, relax and enjoy your newest video .
    Thank you. Greetings from Friesland in the Netherlands.

  • @danielprivate7442
    @danielprivate7442 Před rokem +1

    Your shop is a remarkable thing to see.

  • @bulletproofpepper2
    @bulletproofpepper2 Před rokem +3

    My father-in-law had a valve grinding shop for Diesel tractor engines for years. Now you can get new heads with valve in them ready to bolt on. He sold most of the machines. Thank for the memories of working in the old shop.

  • @ShevillMathers
    @ShevillMathers Před rokem +12

    Back in the day when the skill and experience of the machinist was the difference between a top, good or bad end product, hoping the machinist was having a good day and being paid for his true worth. I would let this machinist rebuild my old Jaguar Mark 2 engine knowing it would be a perfect job. Greetings from Tasmania Australia 👍😁🇦🇺🦘

  • @Ham68229
    @Ham68229 Před rokem +16

    Awesome work as always. Just absolutely love the sound of the steam powered machine shop, the clicking of the belts, just pure music to the ears. Great video, cheers :)

  • @gerilarryogle970
    @gerilarryogle970 Před rokem +6

    Thanks David, for the great shots of the belts and pulleys. Amazing how that all runs so smothly. Keep the videos of your machine shop comming.

  • @victorreppeto7050
    @victorreppeto7050 Před rokem

    I love watching this stuff

  • @MattysWorkshop
    @MattysWorkshop Před rokem +4

    Gday Dave, I always enjoy seeing the work you do and truly appreciate you sharing your knowledge and skill with us all, cheers

  • @teryshaw7370
    @teryshaw7370 Před rokem +5

    I was hoping to see the work on one of Pete’s engine’s heads. It’s always a pleasure watching that engine and those belts. Thanks!

  • @bobjarrard
    @bobjarrard Před rokem +5

    Dave, Pete's trust in your work is warranted. Your shop is amazing as is your work. Thanks so much for the post and thanks to Pete for sending us over from JAFA. Bob in Nevada

  • @davidsnyder2000
    @davidsnyder2000 Před rokem

    There’s a lot of labor and operations to rebuilding cylinder heads. I can’t recall ever seeing how many steps there are to do a proper job. Finished cylinder head looked really nice….better than new👍

  • @toffer99
    @toffer99 Před rokem +3

    The cylinder head owner is at "just a few acres farm" on CZcams. Well worth watching.

  • @Louis-qi1gz
    @Louis-qi1gz Před rokem

    I envy and admire you 🇺🇸👍🇺🇸

  • @charlescartwright6367
    @charlescartwright6367 Před rokem +4

    Aloha Dave, I look forward to each of your videos, The valve job brought back many memories of doing the same thing, I agree with the grinding comment, much better job than a cutter in my opinion. Thanks for sharing.

  • @barrettthompson5363
    @barrettthompson5363 Před rokem +4

    Thank You Pete for sharing this link! What a treasure this man and his shop are.

  • @robertklein9190
    @robertklein9190 Před rokem +8

    Dave great to see the Super C getting a proper top end rebuild. First tractor I drove a little over 65 years ago, back when 40
    "girls" was a small family farm.

  • @sw48093
    @sw48093 Před rokem +1

    WOW Awesome😀

  • @peanutsworld3007
    @peanutsworld3007 Před 6 měsíci

    First of all from a modern machinist to an elder…. i love this channel it’s funny how the most modern thing i noticed was the clock on the wall….and it was pretty old.love it, keep up the good work

  • @tjt4036
    @tjt4036 Před rokem +3

    Dave, I have enjoyed all your videos in the steam shop as well as the front shop. Keep up the good work.👍👍

  • @unclesquirrel6951
    @unclesquirrel6951 Před rokem +1

    Fantastic

  • @Darryl603
    @Darryl603 Před rokem +1

    Great job! Nice to see that 'ol Chevy turn over so easy. She's timed just right!

  • @MatthewRulla
    @MatthewRulla Před rokem

    Love all the different topics and machinery used. Please keep making these super informative videos. Your methods are what I've read about but never seen. Thanks for taking the time and effort!

  • @glennmoreland6457
    @glennmoreland6457 Před rokem +1

    Great video
    🇬🇧🙂

  • @KG-yn9qi
    @KG-yn9qi Před rokem +3

    Well done Dave! Thank You! Always love to watch you do your thing! Care and pride in your work! 👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🍻

  • @Minecraft-gw1jv
    @Minecraft-gw1jv Před rokem +1

    They don’t make guys like this anymore… 🤝

  • @golloglyfarms5481
    @golloglyfarms5481 Před rokem +4

    Hi Dave, you are true artist and a wealth of knowledge. When I was there dropping off some of those parts I found myself stepping back in time. The boiler, the steam, the harmony emitted as the leather belts rolled along as they have for decades. I watched as you turned threads into that pin and imagined what life was like a century ago. If the machines could talk, a story they would tell. I’m
    glad to have met you my friend, thanks again.

  • @ray5156
    @ray5156 Před rokem

    Thats definitely an art

  • @roberthocking9138
    @roberthocking9138 Před rokem +1

    NiCe work, as usual 👍

  • @brotanknife
    @brotanknife Před rokem

    A fan of Just A Few Acres Farm, now I'm a fan of yours..True Craftsman is right..well done.

  • @haroldmclarty7317
    @haroldmclarty7317 Před rokem +1

    Awesome job.

  • @warrenjones744
    @warrenjones744 Před rokem +2

    Despite the E-Z out almost never working we still try for the rare time that it does work. Usually we have to drill it out due to the rust bond anyway. At least the customer did not try to help you out by trying to get the busted stud out! Good stuff as always Dave.

  • @RetroSteamTech
    @RetroSteamTech Před rokem +3

    Hi Dave. Any video of work going on in any of your shops is always good. I really like seeing the old Racine Power Hacksaw doing it's thing 👍👍👍 Cheers, Alan.

  • @MrGeroth
    @MrGeroth Před rokem +1

    Great video as always. Thanks for sharing

  • @higgs923
    @higgs923 Před rokem

    Mmmmmm, centering a piece of stock in a 4 jaw. Brings back some memories. I worked on some big stuff and we'd start the centering with a piece of welding rod.

  • @stumpy2816
    @stumpy2816 Před rokem

    👍👍Very interesting and amazing.

  • @phillipyannone3195
    @phillipyannone3195 Před rokem +1

    I spent a lot of time in automotive machine shops as a kid. I enjoyed the trip down memory lane.

  • @allanulen3809
    @allanulen3809 Před rokem +1

    Pete from just afew acres farm brought me here. My grandfather worked as a machinist for Pettibone in Chicago. I think he's where I get what little mechanical ability from. Very interesting video.

  • @On_The_Farm
    @On_The_Farm Před rokem

    Astounding!

  • @worldofwoodchip
    @worldofwoodchip Před rokem +1

    Something I always remembered from you "The key to getting on with it is getting started." Good to see you doing well.

  • @nashguy207
    @nashguy207 Před rokem +4

    You turn out some great work out of that shop. You don't see many shops grinding valve seats in this day and time.

  • @joseeduardomartins6541

    Congratulations Mr. your machines are fantastic. I only Knew them by pictures! beautiful job.

  • @ivanparovozoff9836
    @ivanparovozoff9836 Před rokem +2

    Glad to see you again. Long awaited new episode!

  • @joeanonemouse
    @joeanonemouse Před rokem

    Pete gave us a link to watch you rebuild his head. You have a fascinating shop and do amazing work. Thanks for the video. I'll be watching more.

  • @Grandpa82547
    @Grandpa82547 Před rokem +7

    I watch Pete religiously. When he mentioned your name, I hoped you would make a video on the head. Not disappointed. Thanks, Dave. Interesting that a "100 yr old shop" did a better job than the new stuff. Could it be the the skill of the guy running the machines?

    • @jdmccorful
      @jdmccorful Před rokem +1

      Ditto on the 5th and 6 th sentence. Always a pleasure watching this shop in action.

  • @devmeistersuperprecision4155

    Once again excellent. My first head was a dodge Cummins 24 valve head. It took me two full days on my old round ram. Finding folks to do this is getting rare. But the old iron just runs so nice when done right. I used a Goodson ball cutter to do the seats and reamed out the bronze guides with a hand held sunnen stone guide/reamer. Videos like this preserve the skill sets for the youth when us grey breads are gone. Once again Dave, thank you. Looking forward to the steam engine bore out.

  • @slicedbread9003
    @slicedbread9003 Před rokem +1

    Damn good work there. Keep it up.

  • @gwharton68
    @gwharton68 Před rokem +1

    Steam powered and Chevy powered. You can't beat that combination.

  • @johnlee8231
    @johnlee8231 Před rokem +1

    Made my day sir. Didn't know that piece of history about the Boulet indicator from Beverly. Its where I grew up and learned the machinist trade myself In the 80's

  • @dannywilsher4165
    @dannywilsher4165 Před rokem +2

    Love your shop Dave. It is always a pleasure to watch you work. I owned an automotive machine shop back in the 80's and it was nice to see someone doing things like I did them back when. And it was cool to see the head work on Pete's tractor. I enjoy watching him rebuild his old tractors also... I guess I just like the old ways! Thanks for sharing Dave!!!!!

  • @Rumblestrip
    @Rumblestrip Před rokem

    Thanks for sharing Dave. Very nice shop.

  • @claudiojazz1111
    @claudiojazz1111 Před rokem

    Mister Richards ; es usted un excelente Mecánico , Gracias !

  • @Volfandt
    @Volfandt Před rokem +1

    Outstanding. Thanks for posting these vids. I'm also following the rebuild of the tractor.
    👍

  • @noelspangenburg3675
    @noelspangenburg3675 Před rokem

    Dave, good to watch the head work very good info.

  • @johnblecker4206
    @johnblecker4206 Před rokem

    You have a very neat and spotless shop Sir.

  • @johncocking5363
    @johncocking5363 Před rokem +2

    Dave, Thank you for showing the process of reworking the head of the Super C. This was a true look at what needs to be done to do it right. Thank you again. John in Missouri Valley Iowa

  • @mcgama88
    @mcgama88 Před rokem +5

    The Farmall Super C had some row crop features that overtook the Cockshut models in the market post WW2. This era saw the advance as 3 point hitch lift mechanism and the Super C was rated at about 22hp. (gasoline). *Speaking of the market as upper mid west and Canada. Various improvements to model development. Super C from 1951 to 1954 in Chicago. The cast head featured to the work bench is about 70 years old. Collectors and restorers have rather good specification pages and some parts availability via specialized inventory *on line sources. Builds as can approach "like new" condition. Interesting to see as durablity (surviving to a modern age) where maint and refit matched years of productive use. For machinists looking back to this time, South Bend has a curious photo collection that includes many production pictures recording those products in the realm where electrical power replaced the steam age. Advance in metals, methods...a correspondance to this history. Thanks Dave, for the look back to the power and sound of steam. M.

  • @Randysshop
    @Randysshop Před rokem +2

    nice work Dave hope you are doing well. thanks again.

  • @grdelawter4266
    @grdelawter4266 Před rokem +2

    Great work Dave, now I see why Pete is so fond of your fantastic work! I love your shop too!

  • @jshafer51
    @jshafer51 Před rokem

    Impressive Dave. Thanks for sharing.

  • @chuckthebull
    @chuckthebull Před rokem +2

    Great to see all the amazing tools to do all the jobs you do. I like this part of the shop just as well as the steam shop...

  • @raymondscott8584
    @raymondscott8584 Před rokem +2

    I hopped over here from Just a few acres and am amazed at the obvious craftsmanship in your shop. I would be willing to eat right off your bench. That says everything necessary to see your dedication to the quality of your work. Thanks for bringing us along.

  • @inthejcurve7968
    @inthejcurve7968 Před rokem

    Pete sent me here, and glad he did. What an awesome video/shop!

  • @jazzerbyte
    @jazzerbyte Před rokem +2

    Interesting to see the cylinder head job to match the rebuild project we are watching!

  • @alclifford3291
    @alclifford3291 Před rokem +2

    So nice to see you back in action, always enjoy and learn from your videos. Hope your place in Florida didn't suffer any damage.. Thanks for doing it......Al

    • @davidrichards5594
      @davidrichards5594  Před rokem +1

      thanks Al, We, thankfully came out of the hurricane in good shape.

    • @jrrt6745
      @jrrt6745 Před rokem

      Wait, are you in Florida too? Is it possible to come visit?

  • @user-dh8tf3ke3n
    @user-dh8tf3ke3n Před rokem

    Как всегда!! Зачёт 🤠🚂👍механика сила🚂.... 🏋️‍♂️

  • @greavous93
    @greavous93 Před rokem +1

    Have to love the belt driven machines! Getting it done! Ill be checking in on ya now.

  • @Junkboy888
    @Junkboy888 Před rokem

    Great video love the extra engine stuff too.

  • @stime6472
    @stime6472 Před rokem +2

    Great job and both you and Pete are really down to earth people!

  • @curtisharlan9230
    @curtisharlan9230 Před rokem +1

    Morning David

  • @benchacon4983
    @benchacon4983 Před rokem

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @robertzapatka1082
    @robertzapatka1082 Před rokem +1

    Pete from Just a few acres sent me! Love your channel! You put the "MAN" back in manufacturing!

  • @johnalexander4356
    @johnalexander4356 Před rokem +1

    Thank you Dave! I really enjoy your videos!

  • @charlessmith3995
    @charlessmith3995 Před rokem +1

    Wow didn't expect to see a machine shop like that not many left like that and the older gentleman that can run it nice

  • @fireantsarestrange
    @fireantsarestrange Před rokem +1

    I didn't know you did cylinder heads man... That's a whole other level of skill.

  • @oldiron4135
    @oldiron4135 Před rokem

    Your C-1/2 is my go to every time. I just plow through it with an endmill just enough to expose a touch of origional threads then clean it up with a tap.

  • @jimnewt9432
    @jimnewt9432 Před rokem

    Real pleasure watching a working steam-powered machine shop, with true craftsmen. The Chevy engine parts cleaner was a nice touch.

  • @deangiacopassi1951
    @deangiacopassi1951 Před rokem +1

    Great video for me. I am considering renewing the cylinder head of my Stover KE hit and miss engine with those valve guides.

  • @hk91762mm
    @hk91762mm Před rokem +1

    Thank you for the Video- Always check yours first ! I grew up in a belt driven factory !! Randy !

  • @peacepeople9895
    @peacepeople9895 Před rokem

    Way cool...Pete sent me with his link and that steam powered tool shop is way cool...thank you for the video

  • @francusick5439
    @francusick5439 Před rokem

    Very interesting video

  • @kroghsmachineshop4708
    @kroghsmachineshop4708 Před rokem +2

    Really really interesting to watch, have been with you from day one and always enjoy your videos👍

  • @pianochannel100
    @pianochannel100 Před rokem

    A lot of us never appreciate people like Dave here until we run into a situation in which we lack his knowledge. Thanks for showing us this!

    • @davidrichards5594
      @davidrichards5594  Před rokem +1

      Hi Ben, I'm always glad to pass on anything I've learned....Dave

  • @mmcc310
    @mmcc310 Před rokem

    Amazing!

  • @ImpHalla66
    @ImpHalla66 Před rokem

    Thx Dave for taking care of Pete’s tractor head. Your shop is amazing, organized , and clean. Not something you see very often.

  • @RatdogDRB
    @RatdogDRB Před rokem

    Between Pete and David, that Super C is in GOOD hands. Beautiful shop. Love seeing skilled hands doing their thing.

  • @tchotchkegirl8880
    @tchotchkegirl8880 Před rokem

    Very interesting video. I have been watching Pete channel for many years and enjoyed the tractor series. Pete is a big fan of yours for the great work you have done for him. I have subscribed to your channel now because I want to learn more about machining and seeing how cool it is to reset metal. So precise. God Bless