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  • @ryanridgely7807
    @ryanridgely7807 Před 2 lety +152

    Big congrats all around. Also, Senior is just the coolest guy. One hand in his pocket, a tool in the other, and things just come around. Great camera angles and editing. Really interesting to see how it comes together.

    • @timothyball3144
      @timothyball3144 Před 2 lety +21

      That was awesome when Sr. walked over by the carb, and Squatch just handed him the screwdriver like, " Here, you are the master at this."

    • @kennethbrower2259
      @kennethbrower2259 Před 2 lety +3

      Yeah it’s so nice to watch father and son work on things I wish my father was still here to work on things with me

    • @charlierogersjr.5178
      @charlierogersjr.5178 Před 2 lety

      Yeah..i wish my father was here too. Nice truck.

    • @mrdrchad6110
      @mrdrchad6110 Před 2 lety

      Senior must be an electrician. Electricians are taught to always keep one hand in their pockets or behind their back to avoid grounding themselves and getting shocked.

  • @JesusTorres-qr1gz
    @JesusTorres-qr1gz Před 2 lety +1

    Using a rope to start a pony engine on a caterpillar diesel engine in the year 2022? Where did I miss the boat? Rebuilding that pony engine is far more expensive than buying an electric starter an retrofitting that old diesel engine, had to take an old man to get it going, age and treasury always overcome youth and skills, well done, please don't forget to paint it with the right yellow caterpillar color, remain me my younger years when I used to play with them. After all this congratulations to you guys you have done a superb job, excellent.

    • @JesusTorres-qr1gz
      @JesusTorres-qr1gz Před 2 lety

      @@squatch253 you guys are impressive, please be safe and keep up the good work

  • @KennyKizzleRustyNutzRanch
    @KennyKizzleRustyNutzRanch Před 2 lety +57

    Man, she sure sounds good. Nothing like that first pitter patter of the heart when she takes off. Excitement, anxiety, fear, accomplishment, etc. It all boils down to this. She's ready to be pieced together soon!

  • @deannajoseph
    @deannajoseph Před 2 lety +8

    Great Job, Congratulations. I hope you can imagine 60,000 cheering fans in that yard.

  • @user-zv3qb1vd9r
    @user-zv3qb1vd9r Před 10 měsíci +1

    As you asked I'm going back watching past episodes and they are just as awesome as when they first aired !!

  • @robertwinton2649
    @robertwinton2649 Před 2 lety +2

    I think I am now plagued with a psychological issue
    Why
    Because I have watched this video 11 times now and every single time it brings a tear of joy to my eye I love it keep up the good work

  • @roberthammond2637
    @roberthammond2637 Před 2 lety +1

    I pulled hand cranks on D8 2U10,000, D8 36A and starter cord on log loader in WA State during the early 1970's! After that, pulled hand crank on a D8 1R in the Alaska Range...! Years later worked for NC Machinery in Anchorage and few knew how to start a pony motor Cat or where the "Thermoids" are located on the master clutch...!
    It was knuckle-breaking work, but satisfying -- I still miss the smell of unburned diesel on a cold day...!
    Robert Hammond

  • @bchdsailor
    @bchdsailor Před 2 lety +1

    Good to have Senior around, cool guy as Ryan wrote, congratulations, good to hear the ol'e gal humming

  • @NineCylinderDiesel
    @NineCylinderDiesel Před 2 lety +6

    Never doubted it!

  • @Mr_trashpanda
    @Mr_trashpanda Před 2 lety +6

    It’s like Christmas!!! I been waiting for this for 3 years!!!

  • @themajority5716
    @themajority5716 Před 2 lety +3

    Ya baby YA!!!!! Good for you Squatch. I'm happy for you, sincerely.

  • @normsweet1710
    @normsweet1710 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Runs great, no more than the usual ck’s for torque and coolant seepage at pump, no fuel leaks !!!!!! good runner. Great job Squatch 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍❤️

  • @charlespickett1634
    @charlespickett1634 Před 2 lety +1

    Engine starts.hands screwdriver to dad. Me. I start crying thinking about working with my dad..good video . Thank you.

  • @tda2806
    @tda2806 Před 2 lety +6

    👍 One word, O U T S T A N D I N G

  • @briancook4065
    @briancook4065 Před 2 lety +6

    A moment to be truly proud of it lives and breathes again

  • @ImpHalla66
    @ImpHalla66 Před 2 lety +8

    A great day.
    Loved the wedges stuck in the engine stand wheels.

  • @billhayward955
    @billhayward955 Před 2 lety +2

    To hear the voice of a long silenced machine that had been rebuilt is the closest thing a mechanic does to having a newborn child cry the first time. I re-lived the anxiety of that first successful fire up of my D311 in my 212 grader that I'm sure you felt when it was still bleeding the air out of the system when it wouldn't quite start. Props to you and Senior, your both did a wonderful job on the mechanical restoration of that powerplant. #5J1113 will live another day to pull another plow!

  • @kenh9508
    @kenh9508 Před 2 lety +3

    I would be content just having that engine available to roll out and start on special occasions. And every time I went out to the garage would qualify as a special occasion. Congrats on the successful rebuild.

  • @randallvos
    @randallvos Před 2 lety +3

    And with just a little tinkering, 5J1113 lives again........
    A well earned congratulations to both you and Senior.........

  • @alexfraser8506
    @alexfraser8506 Před 2 lety +34

    SQUATCH!!! I kept my promise! On my way home from work I got my favorite beer and as soon as that diesel roared to life I cracked one open. I am so very proud of you and you wouldn’t even believe how I was yelling in excitement when it started and told all my kids to come in and see. What an incredible achievement and I aspire to be as great of a mechanic as you and your father are. I turn wrenches everyday and I still learn so much from you and your dad. I’m looking forward to many more videos from you gents. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!

  • @deanchapman6425
    @deanchapman6425 Před rokem +1

    It's great to see younger generations learn to appreciate the machines that help build this country and much of the industrial world. Good luck and bless all.

  • @mdouglaswray
    @mdouglaswray Před 2 lety +1

    Music, sweet sweet music. Thanks for sharing this moment!

  • @LaLaLand.Germany
    @LaLaLand.Germany Před 2 lety +2

    Boy, Howdy, Buddy, CON GRA TIU LA TIONS!! To me this was the most anticipated video of all CZcams world. The little pony couldn´t sound happier, very, very happy Cat fan greets from Germany

  • @paulwomack5866
    @paulwomack5866 Před 2 lety +1

    Congratulations - I will raise of glass a to you and 5J1113 tonight.

  • @mineown1861
    @mineown1861 Před 2 lety +1

    To quote doctor frankenstein , it's alive ! Congratulations.

  • @nunyabusiness4651
    @nunyabusiness4651 Před 2 lety +2

    Old American Iron.. Love it! When I was younger had a friend who had a D2 on his ranch. That thing ran great and sipped fuel I ran it one time 8 hrs. straight and it only used like 5 gallon of fuel. Great Video!

  • @uglysteve1
    @uglysteve1 Před 2 lety +1

    You justdon’t realize how big that engine is until you get a little perspective. I did like the senior magic fingers moment too. We old guys have that for some reason.

    • @uglysteve1
      @uglysteve1 Před 2 lety

      I am amazed at the artistic flow of a lot of the parts on these cats. Maybe it is the mechanical nature of some parts to need flowing curves but others seem to be put there for artistic value. Some people spent a lot of time at a drawing board and maybe a little art crept in there.

  • @texasjetman
    @texasjetman Před 2 lety +2

    WELL DONE SIR, its March 18th, so I am setting my reminder for the build, well done, you are constantly consistent and very well details and organized shop too, truly envious, well done

  • @colin8532
    @colin8532 Před 2 lety +62

    Ah, I've been waiting 3 years for this day :D. Not going to lie, the old anxiety was high watching this until she popped off. BEST 1113 EPISODE EVER!!! God, I need a drink now, and I was only watching. You must feel amazing now that that first (and second) start are under your belt. Congratulations so you and Sr, you've done some amazing work bringing this old lady back to life. You've earned a nice cold Mountain Dew sir!

    • @Fatamus
      @Fatamus Před 2 lety +4

      A real dip of the mountain shine.

    • @pinwizz69
      @pinwizz69 Před 2 lety

      100 proof Everclear Mountain Dew cocktail ?
      When I was temp stationed down at Coast Guard Airstation Mobile Alabama I got introduced to that one of my fellow Aviation Machinist Mate buds in the helo shop at a shrimp fry party his Dad thru to celebrate getting his shrimp trawler back in the water after a major rebuild.
      I thought I'd never survive the hangover from that one.
      So much fun while the party is ragin' but thank God we had the next day off from flight training duties with Cadet Aviation candidates.
      I couldn't have done a preflight or preflight inspection to save my soul.
      The shop CPO was in even worse in the hangover department I heard.
      They had a great crew down there summer of '78 and '79.
      I'd never heard of a place where you could buy beer by the gallon jug legally.

  • @TheRebelOne.
    @TheRebelOne. Před 2 lety +4

    Watched this build from the very beginning. Superb meticulous rebuild from the outset. Congratulations to you both from Ireland. 🇮🇪

  • @michaelbrash8843
    @michaelbrash8843 Před 2 lety +3

    East central illinois here. For a guy who did sawdust all these year I sure do enjoy all of your content. Thankyou.

  • @jbj27406
    @jbj27406 Před 2 lety +59

    Perfection. That pony motor runs like a boss. Every detail over the last few months comes together for massive success. What a great moment! Congratulations! Job well done!

  • @UnitCrane514
    @UnitCrane514 Před 2 lety +1

    Hell yes! Been watching this series from the first video....ITS ALIVE!

  • @spaceace1006
    @spaceace1006 Před 2 lety +1

    Only very recently did I learn about these "Pony Engines" !!! I guess it was a really good idea for the time!!

  • @wagon9082
    @wagon9082 Před 2 lety +2

    What a great day for you. I am glad you were able to share it with Senior. I could not be more happy for you.

  • @gordoncorey8023
    @gordoncorey8023 Před 2 lety +2

    I could watch this all night 🙂👍

  • @jimmytjomsland6132
    @jimmytjomsland6132 Před 2 lety +1

    Little Guy just needed the Senior's touch!! Gotta love it, You Guys are making videos of Family Memories!!

  • @thirzapeevey2395
    @thirzapeevey2395 Před 2 lety +2

    Magnificent! After all that work, to have that pony motor start on the third pull has to be a great feeling. Another piece of history saved for another generation.

  • @ap1687
    @ap1687 Před 2 lety +7

    Congrats, Squatch! Made my day again for sure. Don't think I ever followed anything on YT or on TV with this much interest and for so long. Truly great job!

  • @haydnstevens3108
    @haydnstevens3108 Před 2 lety +1

    Congratulations Squatch a big mile crossed
    It was good to see senior too

  • @jeffbrandon9179
    @jeffbrandon9179 Před 2 lety +9

    Woo..Hoo!! The heart of the beast is alive!!
    Great job Squatch,
    It's so much fun to see your Dad take such an interest in the project too. This has been a great trip... I loved every minute of it.

  • @nduncad686
    @nduncad686 Před 2 lety +2

    Not sure I've ever been so excited for a first start on an engine that isn't even mine thanks for being squatch

  • @w.w.2restorations.vehicles698

    Best video I've seen all day! I love running an engine in for the first time since rebuild. Thanks to the Squatch Boys for sharing all of their hard work. I'm happy I found this channel and stuck with it.

  • @ironman3406
    @ironman3406 Před 2 lety +34

    Well done sir!! All that work has paid off nicely. Sure is easy making that pinion latch adjustment when it’s all out in the open like that. The only thing I was missing from this video was the smell 😎

  • @clydeschwartz2167
    @clydeschwartz2167 Před 2 lety +27

    A huge congratulations to squatch and squatch senior to all your efforts to bring the d2 back to life and it sounds totally awesome the pony motor and the diesel engine. It's so nice when you finally get to the start up day and all goes well. Minor adjustments are only natural. Keep up the great videos Toby 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @SJ8311
    @SJ8311 Před 2 lety +1

    In 12723 homes (so far) around the world: "Come on, come on, come on Baby, come on..... YESSSSSSSSS!!! You little beauty!"

  • @oldcatmech
    @oldcatmech Před 2 lety +9

    As a 47 year mechanic for a Caterpillar Dealer, watching the detail and time you put in to this project was a delight! At each step I enjoyed your attention to the paper work you used and the time you took in doing so! Congratulations to this point, keep it up!!

  • @93Martin
    @93Martin Před 2 lety +2

    Congratulations are certainly in order. I can only imagine the sense of accomplishment and relief. It's all uphill from here!

  • @jstutzman1301
    @jstutzman1301 Před 2 lety +1

    I could tell Senior was very proud of you and the work that was done to get that beautiful machine back to life. Well done.

  • @jonathanbiggar4973
    @jonathanbiggar4973 Před 2 lety +1

    “Start you bastard “would have helped if you said that a few times, well done with the build and getting the air out in that cold .

  • @PilotK
    @PilotK Před 2 lety +9

    Wow, we are all excited! And hardly any adjustments. It is really amazing to put together several thousand parts so perfectly that all you need is a screwdriver to make the smallest adjustments and it runs like a top! That is attention to OCD detail for sure! Congratulations again!

  • @nickcox2974
    @nickcox2974 Před 2 lety +1

    Wow she sounds just so sweet well done congratulations to you what a fantastic job
    Just had my EX us army generator running today as well this old lady done its service and still in its grey clothes its a D315 engine I take it to shows as soon as the pull rope out tool box the crowds come stand to watch I love ❤ it it's only done 750hrs had to drag its out of a overgrown headge but its a cat made to last love it enjoy your caterpillar tractor
    Have a good day from us in the UK 🇬🇧

  • @Ihbinder14
    @Ihbinder14 Před 2 lety +2

    Even the pony has a good sound to it too.

  • @colin8532
    @colin8532 Před 2 lety +4

    OH GOD YES, HERE WE GO.....

  • @butchhull2890
    @butchhull2890 Před 2 lety +10

    Way to go squatch been watchin every episode faithfully for the three years and damn the first start just happened to land on my birthday

  • @yosefmama1136
    @yosefmama1136 Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent. You & Senior make the little beast live again (50 years ?).

  • @neilshep50
    @neilshep50 Před 2 lety +3

    Thank god that's over. Now can we resume normal service? Seriously, well done Toby and Senior, well worth delaying my dinner for.

  • @terrymumford7659
    @terrymumford7659 Před 2 lety +22

    Wow Toby!!! All the planning, the decisions, the many, many hours of work, the creation of new tools, your endless knowledge and experience, the eye for fine details, the Senior work, knowledge and magic, and you have yourself an engine that looks and sounds so great. This was like having Christmas in March for me. You have also created a legacy of knowledge to guide others going down the same road. Congratulations on your success and thank you for sharing your efforts and Senior with us.

  • @nickculley6603
    @nickculley6603 Před 2 lety +14

    Congratulations. A smooth running engine is a testament to your hard work and dedication. It's been a pleasure following the journey with you.

  • @tcmits3699
    @tcmits3699 Před 9 měsíci +1

    My father was one of the biggest Caterpillar fans. Owning a D8, D2, and a fifteen(gasoline) in 1993 l bought a new BELARUS air coolded diesel tractor, when l started it up using decompressor, he almost fainted how easily it started. When l see you go through all that work to start that little D2, now l know why my old man hooked up the old 8n Ford pto to the D2's pto shaft with overunning clutch and cranked the main diesel instead of using the pony motor. Those old Cats were truly engineering works of art but a pain to start. Congratulations great job on getting her running, good luck 💪

  • @jazzerbyte
    @jazzerbyte Před 2 lety +5

    Fantastic to hear the music from the engines! Interesting to see it run and think about all the parts that had to come together to make it work.

  • @korhing1066
    @korhing1066 Před 2 lety +1

    Very nice , One old Cat Beautiful sound , You Are a Great Mechanic Sir Thank You for Sharing

  • @randymarsh5088
    @randymarsh5088 Před 2 lety +1

    Keeping the classics alive, great stuff

  • @morgansword
    @morgansword Před 2 lety +1

    How could it not run well as it just met the master of tools and time put in to knowing every aspect of what makes this do that

  • @glennford8844
    @glennford8844 Před 2 lety +1

    Isn't it a delight when you start a completed refurbishment of a grand engineering marvel from all those years ago.
    Bet it smelled beautiful when you engaged the pony motor. This video sequence has bought back many memories of times using these tractors. Thankyou for saving it; and others!

  • @aazogbi
    @aazogbi Před 2 lety +2

    What a beautiful moment! Like two surgeons operating, monitors initially showing a flat line, but after some precise wrench interventions, beep, beep, beeeeep and then all of a sudden the patient is brought back to life, alive and well, perfect heartbeat and all bodily functions a go. Fantastic work, congratulations to you both.

  • @humancattoy7767
    @humancattoy7767 Před 2 lety +7

    That is the most beautiful sound. You have done a wonderful job bringing her back to life. I know there's a lot left to do. But I also see what is behind you.
    I'm so happy right now, my neighbors think I just won the lottery. This is better.

  • @bobpaterson1845
    @bobpaterson1845 Před 2 lety

    That's gotta be the best runnin pony motor ever after Senior waved his magic screwdriver 👌👌 just makes all the hard work an attention to detail durin the rebuild all so worthwhile 💪💪 now lookin forward to it bein a complete unit again an see it doin some fieldwork 👌

  • @pauledmundson8132
    @pauledmundson8132 Před 2 lety +1

    I'll bet people all over the world are lifting a beer to you while watching this episode! Pretty cool when you see the stack clean up and you know it is running on its own.

  • @kevanhollidge164
    @kevanhollidge164 Před 2 lety +7

    Fantastic episode of the start up, congratulations to both of you on a professional rebuild, I'm 73 and still learning from you guys.

  • @walkingSherpa
    @walkingSherpa Před 2 lety +1

    After all this time,
    she finally purrs.
    What aJob !

  • @wotnoturbo
    @wotnoturbo Před 2 lety +1

    There's nothing quite like years of hard work coming together, worth every sleepless night, eye twitch & empty wallet, kudos to you Squatch 👍👍👍

  • @ThisOldFarm
    @ThisOldFarm Před 2 lety +16

    That is totally awesome! Congratulations Squatch!!! She sounds so good!!! Hope we can get to see it at my plow day this year! Of course I know that’s a lot of work yet!!

  • @catfishgold
    @catfishgold Před 2 lety +1

    Congratulations! All the hard work and stumbling blocks and she is back alive. Long way from how you found it. You should be very proud sir.

  • @jdgimpa
    @jdgimpa Před 2 lety +1

    Nothing sweeter than hearing the engine run for the first time. I have always had a soft spot for those D2 Cat's.

  • @MrDwrench1
    @MrDwrench1 Před 2 lety +2

    It sounds great. I am happy to be along for the ride on this one. Finally pulled the trigger on being a member. Look forward to seeing the project come together. Been following since the beginning. It has been a great project to watch. Thanks for letting us tag along.

    • @tmscheum
      @tmscheum Před 2 lety +1

      Welcome to Team Squatch!

    • @MrDwrench1
      @MrDwrench1 Před 2 lety

      @@tmscheum Thanks. Been a long time subscriber. Don't remember how I stumbled onto the channel. I believe I am one of the "12" waiting for the prototype tractor to get finished. Lol

  • @valuedhumanoid6574
    @valuedhumanoid6574 Před 2 lety

    Like a father and grandfather with their newborn son and grandson. A lot of blood, sweat, tears, money, time and aggravation that all the sudden vanishes when that final tweak is made. Magic!

  • @davedavedave52
    @davedavedave52 Před 2 lety +1

    0:59 One time , in the army, somebody got the lube oil line and the fuel line backwards on 20 ton dump. we didn't have a nice strong piece of wood handy. There was some pucker factor involved.

  • @_P0tat07_
    @_P0tat07_ Před 2 lety +8

    Congratulations Toby! It’s been a long project with many hold ups. You gotta be pretty relieved this part is over. Can’t wait to see her come together now!

  • @Huskiedrive361
    @Huskiedrive361 Před 2 lety +9

    Congratulations Toby and Senior! I've watched every 5J1113 video since the beginning and I'm probably more excited about today than you are! Can't wait to see it move under it's own power soon! Bravo!

  • @MoparNewport
    @MoparNewport Před 2 lety +6

    Well done gentlemen! Few things in life more satisfying - especially after the cold dread of the 'what ifs' - when the old gals come to life.

  • @MirceaD28
    @MirceaD28 Před 2 lety +1

    The long awaited day has arrived. Congratulation.

  • @oblioi
    @oblioi Před 2 lety +1

    A cat purring like a kitten,well done :o)

  • @darrenhawken9766
    @darrenhawken9766 Před 2 lety +1

    Congratulations well done , hard work has paid off , great soundtrack of the pony and diesel together 🎶💨💨🎶👍

  • @charleslund453
    @charleslund453 Před 2 lety

    Nothing like it when the engine fires for the first time. I have not done any project this intense. Still a great deal of satisfaction when the engine starts. My hats off to Squatch and Senior. A labor of love.

  • @williamgibb5557
    @williamgibb5557 Před 2 lety +1

    Adjusting the pony under load is best because it's doing its job. Why do it for idle when that's just a short run time for preheating the big guy. Great job all together.

  • @joelknierim1456
    @joelknierim1456 Před 2 lety +1

    Sounds amazing! Great job! All systems go, Houston we have lift off!

  • @paulhylton9503
    @paulhylton9503 Před 2 lety +2

    i been waiting for this day like a kid waiting for christmass

  • @twodogs1298
    @twodogs1298 Před 2 lety +1

    She purs like a cat! Great work never had a doubt.

  • @bcbloc02
    @bcbloc02 Před 2 lety +2

    Alright time to get that thing hooked to the dirt dyno and seat those rings!

  • @davidelliott5843
    @davidelliott5843 Před 2 lety +1

    Pony Motor is a fab way of preheating the main engine.

  • @noelsheldahl537
    @noelsheldahl537 Před 2 lety +1

    WOW!! What a precious moment for both you and your father. He raised a wonderful son! Not only do you make engines sound good but your delivery is always upbeat with that lovely wry sense of humor. I also appreciate the humility and time you take to "splaining" things to us all;-).

  • @rustyreckman2892
    @rustyreckman2892 Před 2 lety +11

    Congratulations Toby. You should be very proud. So cool to finally see it run! 3 years! So much great content.

  • @ReubenFarrelly
    @ReubenFarrelly Před 2 lety +2

    Great stuff. The more I watch this channel the more I appreciate the workmanship and attention to detail. It's not just about "getting it to start" but getting it "right". A notch above the rest!

  • @darploin5071
    @darploin5071 Před 2 lety +1

    Congratulations this is 2 years and some odd months in the making from the day you drug it out of that dude's backyard to guard to starting the engine up. Again congratulations and you and your father and your family have an excellent day

  • @maxnex7676
    @maxnex7676 Před 2 lety

    She purrs like a kitten, compliments to your work.

  • @jamesbutler1862
    @jamesbutler1862 Před 2 lety +3

    Pops showing young buck how it's done.🤣

  • @mikewednesday8541
    @mikewednesday8541 Před 2 lety +10

    Great Episode!! Congrats!! Certainly worth the wait👍🏼. I’m going to have to watch that more than twice to take everything in! You gotta love Senior stepping in with wisdom with the choke and the carb tune. I think we all might be more excited than you seem!

  • @helge000
    @helge000 Před 2 lety +10

    Watching your restoration over all the episodes I never had any doubt the diesel engine would fire on the first try. Very nice job, congratulations!

  • @JoeAroner-SIWAYTV
    @JoeAroner-SIWAYTV Před 2 lety +2

    The man gets out of Ford prison and what do ya know!