Transmission cover installation on Caterpillar D4-7U

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  • čas přidán 24. 07. 2024
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    Here are the previous videos from this project: • Caterpillar D4-7U Rebuild
    Email:
    pacific.northwest.hillbilly@gmail.com
    Mail:
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    PO Box 2515
    Hillsboro, OR 97123
    0:00 intro
    2:12 shifter
    5:58 steering clutch linkage
    10:50 brake pedals
    12:12 first install of cover
    15:14 cover back off
    17:51 second install of cover
    22:04 ending

    #caterpillar #d47u
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Komentáře • 251

  • @davidrogers2084
    @davidrogers2084 Před 2 lety +39

    You must be one of the most patient and persistent men in the world. Love how you problem solve and work thru all the issues. You make me proud to be a Oregonian. Keep up the exceptional work. Your videos make my week

  • @williamgurtner4759
    @williamgurtner4759 Před 2 lety +42

    You're doing a great job! Can't wait until you actually get to take it across the field and under it's own power!

  • @brennerheavy
    @brennerheavy Před 2 lety +43

    Good video as always, just one note: when you are using your telescoping gage at approx 15:20, that's incorrect. Put the gage into the bore, cock the handle off to one side, "snug" the thimble, and then rock the gage through the axis of the bore (ie "over-center), and pull the gage for a mic reading. I always check telescoping gages twice before work. Just passed two decades machining. You have a great Project Matt, and it's good to always see Charlie.

  • @Clarkejt112
    @Clarkejt112 Před 2 lety +10

    Never been this early to a video. Keep it coming!

  • @tunepatrol
    @tunepatrol Před 2 lety +2

    "I've no idea what I'm doing" lmao. You waaaaaaaay ahead of us lot.

  • @MrM113A1
    @MrM113A1 Před 2 lety +26

    Another great video Matt.
    Attention to detail ✅
    I’d probably paint the transmission assembly now as it looks like you have more room to get around it.
    Keep the videos coming mate 🇦🇺👍🇺🇸

  • @jamespinckard4210
    @jamespinckard4210 Před 2 lety +18

    Dang Matt!! I have watched you on this job since you first started it . You've got more patience on that Job. Patience never has been my strong suit. I wish I had patience like that, but for someone who has never been around a dosier you sure do seem like you know what you're doing. It's been a fun ride watching you and will be glad to see the one when you get it fired up and moving around. Great job!

  • @johndowning2231
    @johndowning2231 Před 2 lety +3

    My late paternal Grandfather was a mechanic on the Dawson Pipeline of the AlCan Highway project during WWII. He worked on Cats. Now, I have a greater appreciation and respect for what he did, in all seasons! Thanks for the videos.

  • @valuedhumanoid6574
    @valuedhumanoid6574 Před 2 lety +24

    Between you and Squatch I am getting my fill of D-4 content. I really like how the two of you approach things. New and shiny when needed, old and refurbished when it doesn't matter and aftermarket is totally okay, as long as it fits. Too many fret over small details that make no difference. Like the foot pedal bearings. Who cares if it has a little too much wear? It's just your boots on a lever. But the steering clutch handles do matter, so you put new bearings in. Bravo

    • @2H80vids
      @2H80vids Před 2 lety

      @Ista Nioni This cr@ppy spam gets on eveyone's tits; why bother?

  • @wildcatwilly
    @wildcatwilly Před 2 lety +5

    Matt, thank you so much for bringing us along on the adventure. You are keeping me inspired to keep hammering on my dozer and making videos. Can't wait to see yours run. I'm headed to my shop now to keep hammering.

  • @robertharvie9032
    @robertharvie9032 Před 2 lety +2

    wonderful use of the magnets to hold the rubber gasket in place

  • @morgansword
    @morgansword Před 2 lety +9

    If I could only put it into words how I feel as you approach this bit by bit and closer to the finish line, my anxiety rattles and just happy for you. I see other mechanics posting so your in good hands.

  • @RobertFay
    @RobertFay Před 2 lety

    *- I am impressed.*
    *- Your intelligence to surmount all sorts of things is beyond my will.*
    *- I watch the pain in your eyes, and await the moment they turn to the place of Mirthful Irreverence.*
    *- When that comes to you, you will will not care if your have been of 'good use to others'; Because you will feel the courage that arises in those others around you who never had it before.*
    *- And you will chuckle, not with with self-approval, but rather with that laudable sense of "another chore well done."*

  • @Metallica4Life92
    @Metallica4Life92 Před 2 lety +5

    that *thunk* when the cover fell in place was unexpectedly satisfying:D it's coming along nicely! can't wait to see the next update:)

  • @warbirdwf
    @warbirdwf Před 2 lety +2

    It has to feel good getting the cover back on! While watching your videos of this rebuild, I keep thinking how beneficial it would be for you to have a little lathe to make some of the bushings and pins. Even a Harbor Freight mini lathe would make some good parts for you.
    I'm enjoying your patient, methodical rebuild! Keep up the great work.

  • @rexwells4552
    @rexwells4552 Před 2 lety +1

    Quite inspirational to watch you work through problems and further your project.Your nice easy style makes me anxious to watch your next video.Can’t wait to see that thing run!

  • @mcjok88
    @mcjok88 Před 2 lety +1

    Weirdly enjoyable. The simple mechanics and your common sense make me wanting the next vid.
    Daniel Comerata ha ha

  • @mattbolton8230
    @mattbolton8230 Před 2 lety +4

    Mate you’re doing a ripper job, love the time you take to explain everything, congratulations on what you’ve already done.
    Look forward to seeing it finished and mounted in your lounge room. There’s.no way you can use it after this

  • @adanfranchi578
    @adanfranchi578 Před 2 lety +4

    Matt, it is just amazing how you go about bringing back the Cat! Your attention to detail and the way you problem solve, is amazing! Watching you in your element would be like watching Beethoven writing and composing his world famous sounds of music. You are truly the gifted.

  • @josephlwallssr6166
    @josephlwallssr6166 Před 2 lety +4

    Thank you, for taking ,the time to explain ,as you disassembled and reassembled the transmission.And ,for making this video!This ,is really educational, for myself and thousands of others!Very , cool!
    Well done!😀👍

  • @kirk467
    @kirk467 Před 2 lety +2

    Years of muck and no maintenance brother! Glad you’re doing everything right Matt ! 🤙🏻

  • @edwemail8508
    @edwemail8508 Před 2 lety +2

    I never did track work but had friends who maintained Cats their whole career. This is fascinating. Thanks for giving an old fart in lockdown something to watch.

  • @terencetyndall8596
    @terencetyndall8596 Před 2 lety

    You say you don't know what you are doing but you are doing a great job on restoring it.

  • @Neverstopbuilding
    @Neverstopbuilding Před 2 lety +3

    What an amazing machine. Your attention to detail is a rare attribute. Good job

  • @brianblank9921
    @brianblank9921 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video Matt! I am really enjoying your journey with this dozer. I missed your upload yesterday (attended a funeral and was with family for the day), and can honestly say it was a joy to see you had a new video. Thank you for the time you take to share this with us.
    (Edited to add) I just about fell out of my chair laughing when you said the only way out of the money pit was to keep digging. Your sense of humor paired with this machine dragging it's feet to getting fixed has made your videos ever so entertaining.

  • @logdog8920
    @logdog8920 Před 2 lety +1

    Nice rebuild vidja on an ole D4 7U. Way back in the day, I put in a lot of "Seat Time" on my dads old 7U, both dozing brush, and skidding logs. I actually know where his old D4 is on a farm.

  • @Gamingchannel2.06
    @Gamingchannel2.06 Před 2 lety +4

    Been waiting for this lessagooooo

  • @tango1zero22
    @tango1zero22 Před 2 lety

    I worked on and drove a D4 back almost 30 years ago. Thing was a beast. Tracks were worn out and we made spacers to adjust them a bit more. I cant remember much how to even operate one now.

  • @rboeken6376
    @rboeken6376 Před 2 lety +2

    This is shaping up nicely, I really like they way you figure things out without cutting off all your fingers in the process :-).

  • @rkins100
    @rkins100 Před 2 lety +2

    Great progress. Love the use of the manual.

  • @dustcommander100
    @dustcommander100 Před 2 lety +7

    Good going, Matt! It's really looking good. I can't wait to see the next milestone!

  • @lewismocaby3646
    @lewismocaby3646 Před 2 lety +1

    You mentioned feedback from your steer clutch levers. You’ll find once you’re up and running that you don’t gain much insight from the levers other than when it’s time to adjust up your clutches. You’re right about the adjustment,run em up till they touch and about a turn and a half backed off from that point. All the old timers said that the steer clutches are to be adjusted so that they apply slight pressure on the brakes when you pull your lever all the way in. I was just thinking about going thru a set of final drives and having to do everything from a service truck just yesterday, I don’t miss any of it. The feedback that you’ll find most important when you’re running a blade is from the seat,one of the very few things I learned in an apprenticeship,the rest of the time I was patching up derelict equipment. Anyway,once you’re seated comfortably you’ll notice when the machine is climbing from having the blade too high you’ll feel more pressure on the back of your thighs. When the blade is cutting too deep and the machine starts to dive you’ll feel it in your ass. This is all assuming that you’ll learn how to cut level grade instead of just pushing piles. You’ll be amazed at what you’re capable of doing with your machine once you get the feel of it and learn the basic fundamentals and I can tell that you’re someone who won’t quit until you’ve conquered that. Going to be a tremendous machine when you’re done,keep up the great work.

  • @N1RKW
    @N1RKW Před 2 lety +4

    It's great to see how well this is coming along, and you are doing fantastic work! Also, thank you for your consideration to those of us with photosensitivity issues. Much appreciated!

  • @landongodspeed8466
    @landongodspeed8466 Před 2 lety +3

    Fantastic project...good progress! I'd paint separately just because it will be more efficient and better coverage.

  • @kmatch1
    @kmatch1 Před 2 lety +1

    Grab the crimped end of a silicone tube with needle nose pliers. Wrap the tube around the needle nose as you use it. It’s easy and gets every drop from a tube. Large cotter keys clipped on the tube end work too when using a small screwdriver, punch, etc, in the cotter key hole to hold it while wrapping the tube onto the key as you go.

  • @usethenoodle
    @usethenoodle Před 2 lety

    Steady progress Matt. You'll have quite a treasure when it's all done. Two thumbs up brother.

  • @erwinlommer197
    @erwinlommer197 Před 2 lety +1

    Like the deadpan humor and your "I'll figure this out" attitude!

  • @pinwizz69
    @pinwizz69 Před 2 lety

    Well, I accidentally watched part 2 first but now having watched part 1 I understand some of the issues he bought up later.
    A nice way to finish off my Sunday night post Olympics coverage getting ready for bed routine.
    Can't wait until the next entry on this restoration build.

  • @waynedunne4507
    @waynedunne4507 Před 2 lety +7

    Keep up the great work. Your doing bloody well. Good to see a young fella take on a hard but do able challenge. Good learning curve also.

  • @birdman4854
    @birdman4854 Před 2 lety

    Pacific north west. Im in Spokane. I saw the preview of your video and then saw the name so I subscribed. Im going to watch this when i get little time. Small world 🌎

  • @walterwhitaker1395
    @walterwhitaker1395 Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent Video Matt! I'm glad I get to live vicariously by watching you work on this Cat. I've always had a fascination with heavy equipment since I was handed my first Tonka Dozer at age six LOL! Keep on keeping on! "Dont stop believing"

  • @peteallman3944
    @peteallman3944 Před 2 lety +2

    I love the fact you admit you don’t know what your doing but you give it a damn good go anyway keep up the great work and can’t wait for the next video

  • @jamesedwardson605
    @jamesedwardson605 Před 2 lety +3

    ...From someone who has worked on the machines....you are do VERY GOOD work.......keep it up...read all you can.... but sometime you just have to do....hats off to you....

  • @73DiamondReo
    @73DiamondReo Před 2 lety +2

    you're doing a good job on this. once i get a shop id like to do a complete tear down on some of my cranes and shovels

  • @codymorgan9891
    @codymorgan9891 Před 2 lety +3

    Very cool! Keep it rolling.

  • @RyJones
    @RyJones Před 2 lety +3

    Heck yeah!

  • @Dan-ud8ob
    @Dan-ud8ob Před 2 lety +2

    Your my favorite channel out of about 20 or so.. not kidding..great job on this dozer.. cant wait for the next episode

  • @trumpfancardanostakepool4737

    20:48 That seating sound. Nice.

  • @suzylarry1
    @suzylarry1 Před 2 lety

    if the finger starts to turn colour , get the drill ready . Drain before black and you will not loose the nail. Your commentary is very well done even with no audience . RTV squeeze to save hands, VICE GRIP FLATE sheet metal style . This project is coming along great !

  • @marksd5650
    @marksd5650 Před 2 lety +1

    Great educational and entertaining content. You hand in there because we are counting on you and cheering for you. You’re doing an amazing job for someone who has never even been on a cat dozer. Best Regards

  • @brandensmith6828
    @brandensmith6828 Před 2 lety +1

    It's looking good can't wait to hear it run

  • @buttonmonkey6845
    @buttonmonkey6845 Před 2 lety +2

    Just wanted to say “keep on at, it looks great” really enjoying this series. Although I will probably never rebuild a dozer you have have a very entraining style that is educational too. All the best from 🇬🇧

  • @tedheierman1181
    @tedheierman1181 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome progress on this project! Love the videos.

  • @kerrygleeson4409
    @kerrygleeson4409 Před 2 lety +1

    Now up to date on this project great work Matt 👍

  • @robfinch3277
    @robfinch3277 Před 2 lety +1

    Starting to see light at the end of the tunnel. Great work.

  • @ramosel
    @ramosel Před 2 lety

    Cool use of the magnet when resizing that washer. I'll remember that one and have just the magnet for doing it.

  • @aubreytycer8708
    @aubreytycer8708 Před 2 lety

    Excellent work. I look forward to every episode.

  • @davidkettell5726
    @davidkettell5726 Před 2 lety +8

    You can take those parts to a machine shop and get those sloppy parts either bushed or sleeved for a reasonable price . By that i mean way less than factory parts. I would fix them before reassembly ,why do it half assed when you have sunk so much cash in it already ?

  • @johnbrossack3791
    @johnbrossack3791 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for the video, I'm fascinated with this project.

  • @gregwitkamp5583
    @gregwitkamp5583 Před 2 lety +1

    Very nice job getting this back to original it will serve you well

  • @waiting4aliens
    @waiting4aliens Před 2 lety +1

    Once again a well done video. Thank you.

  • @brandonoswald2392
    @brandonoswald2392 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome progress Matt. Looking forward to the next update.

  • @RobertFay
    @RobertFay Před 2 lety +1

    *- Smart that you comprehend **15:05** the science about the flicker rate producing a brain seizure, especially in those with epileptic predispositions. Formal Kudos to you, Sir!*

  • @roperdon5939
    @roperdon5939 Před 2 lety +1

    I really enjoy these and the detail is what makes the video so great. Thanks

  • @SuperMAZ007
    @SuperMAZ007 Před 2 lety +1

    Good call on getting rid of the slop in the linkage. That slop will add up and makes things worse then for the better. The more slop the less accurate the steering feeling gets. I think this thing must have hauled redwood or done a lot of work since even the pedals are almost gone. But you have made it come back to life, thank you Matt for sharing this project with us.

  • @bobdyer422
    @bobdyer422 Před 2 lety +2

    Very nice! Big victory for you Matt. You were even worried about the RTV, and the bead came out perfect. Another step closer. Congrats!

  • @dominickmilano9972
    @dominickmilano9972 Před 2 lety

    Great work on rebuilding and explaining on work done!

  • @timtim2451
    @timtim2451 Před 2 lety +1

    hi mat. really like your videos. enjoyed everone so far. especially like that u are talking and explaining.
    good efford.
    greets from germany.

  • @davegray4763
    @davegray4763 Před 2 lety

    Great job she's coming along nicely

  • @kirk467
    @kirk467 Před 2 lety +1

    Maybe make some Teflon bushings, I’m no professional or inquirer about it! Looking good Matt! 👌🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

  • @The_Jap
    @The_Jap Před 2 lety

    Great Work Butty, coming along nicely.

  • @cobramike13bravo63
    @cobramike13bravo63 Před 2 lety +1

    For someone that claims he don't know what he is doing, its coming along great. Cant wait to see it pushing dirt or the neighbors house.

  • @ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524

    Closing up! Huge step! Congratulations Matt!

  • @s.m.aggies7220
    @s.m.aggies7220 Před 2 lety +1

    Nice to see you back and all that hard work, keep it going and I do enjoy, thank you, Matt

  • @microteche
    @microteche Před 2 lety +1

    So satisfying to watch this journey.

  • @jackrichards1863
    @jackrichards1863 Před 2 lety +2

    Ha! That steering clutch function is Ph.k$n beautiful mate. Made me chuckle that it's so brand new in the function. I am overjoyed that this appears to be successful thus far . I anticipate multiple hundreds of hours of that Caterpillar working like new for you Matt. But we'll see how the rest of it turns out before that can begin eh? See your next epic edition in this series soon?

  • @rivierstad3817
    @rivierstad3817 Před 2 lety

    I am always excited when I see the notification of your next video. Loving the process and your dedication.

  • @jimlong527
    @jimlong527 Před 2 lety

    Nice. Happy you are finding parts….

  • @gavanmckew6894
    @gavanmckew6894 Před 2 lety

    Great job, look forward to your posts. Keep an eye on that digit.

  • @thefretfiend
    @thefretfiend Před 2 lety +1

    I wish you the best of luck on this. Watching with great interest.

  • @ramzanali5530
    @ramzanali5530 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Matt. You are doing a great job bro. Keep it up. Waiting for your next video

  • @TechGorilla1987
    @TechGorilla1987 Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent as always!

  • @ronaldcron7222
    @ronaldcron7222 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you Matt. Stay safe.

  • @18287470
    @18287470 Před 2 lety +1

    Matt you keep me on the edge of my seat with this tractor.

  • @kenfrazier616
    @kenfrazier616 Před 2 lety +1

    excellent attention to detail and assy, that is going to be an awesome piece of machinery when completed

  • @lowyoyo9961
    @lowyoyo9961 Před 2 lety +1

    Really enjoying your channel and the journey you have chosen. Looking forward to more. And, of course, a Big ear chuckle to Charlie!

  • @stephenpoe2037
    @stephenpoe2037 Před 2 lety

    Great Progress ! I hope you have something for us next week !

  • @jamesdearman814
    @jamesdearman814 Před 2 lety +1

    well done Matt - keep up the good work.

  • @milt7348
    @milt7348 Před 2 lety +1

    Yahoo a milestone. Stay healthy and we'll see you soon.

  • @narisse89
    @narisse89 Před 2 lety +1

    great video takeing shape

  • @richardroyles1423
    @richardroyles1423 Před 2 lety

    Can’t wait to see you put her to work. God bless. Kansas

  • @ludditetechnologies
    @ludditetechnologies Před 2 lety +1

    Nice job Matt

  • @jasonmawle2457
    @jasonmawle2457 Před 2 lety

    Always a good watch!
    Thanks for the watch!

  • @honeychops5918
    @honeychops5918 Před 2 lety

    Man I love this series. Really excited for paint :D

  • @williamwallace7299
    @williamwallace7299 Před 2 lety

    I just love your honesty. I don’t know what you’re doing either but I’m sure it is going to work when you’re finished

  • @jeffbeaver7622
    @jeffbeaver7622 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome job. Nice work and keep going.

  • @tectalabyss
    @tectalabyss Před 2 lety

    Looking Great ,I am looking forward to your next video. All my best.

  • @bigmikeh5827
    @bigmikeh5827 Před 2 lety +1

    Great job. Thank you for sharing. Stay safe and warm. 🥶👍

  • @rodneymacfarlane1707
    @rodneymacfarlane1707 Před 2 lety +1

    GREAT VIDEO YOU ARE VERY GOOD AT WORKING THINGS OUT . CHARLEY ALWAYS HELPFUL CHECKING OUT YOUR WORK . CHEERS AND WORK SAFE

  • @peteraldino3423
    @peteraldino3423 Před 2 lety +1

    Nicely done. Hope the finger is ok, heals quickly!