Could Have Been Worse!!

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  • čas přidán 19. 01. 2022
  • Hey guys, Here's a sample of a good outcome to something that could have gone way worse. Follow along as I share some pointers of how I replaced this broken part. Thanks for the follow and support. I hope you learn something from it. And if you liked the video, please consider Subscribing, Liking and Sharing. It doesn't cost anything. Hehe.
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Komentáře • 621

  • @olejake1932
    @olejake1932 Před 2 lety +40

    My dad was a welder, I was a welder my grandson is a welder and I have been around welders and iron workers all my life. My eyes sorta left me as did the trade a few years ago. I miss it. Said all that to say this. Probably the best rod burner and technique I have ever seen. Makes me want to be young again and start all over

  • @Badgermatt-nc5nr
    @Badgermatt-nc5nr Před 2 lety +182

    I make no distinction between what you do and what a virtuoso musician does, both take years and years of dedication and practice, both are an absolute joy to watch and hear and I will never be as 1/100th as good as either!!! You are a true master. Thank you for sharing your skills with us.

    • @greggb1416
      @greggb1416 Před 2 lety +10

      Nicely put...,
      I find myself thinking the same on his work..., just can’t quite describe it like you did...

    • @wallbawden5511
      @wallbawden5511 Před 2 lety

      @@greggb1416 i am thinking the same could not put it better joy to watch

    • @daleburrell6273
      @daleburrell6273 Před 2 lety +3

      ...YOU SUMMED IT UP PERFECTLY-!!!

    • @mwilliamshs
      @mwilliamshs Před 2 lety

      ... *as* 1/100th *as* good *as* either...
      Wtf is your spacebar programmed to paste as?

    • @galvanizedgnome
      @galvanizedgnome Před 2 lety

      its nice, but a pretty big false equivalancy. its not right to compare a spark monkey to a classically trained musician.

  • @martinbeauman7845
    @martinbeauman7845 Před 2 lety +89

    I am a self taught scrap welder of 8 decade of age and you sir are a champion of your craft so pleased to watch your work. You would be surprised to know that I have picked up a lot of tips from you . thanks so much

    • @nebtheweb8885
      @nebtheweb8885 Před 2 lety +7

      Good health to you, sir.

    • @wirefeed3419
      @wirefeed3419 Před 2 lety +6

      An excellent example of if we keep an open mind regardless of experience we are never to old to learn new or better ways. Basically proof that an old dog can still learn new tricks.

    • @mwilliamshs
      @mwilliamshs Před 2 lety +2

      Why would it surprise a trained professional to learn an uneducated amateur gleaned something from their excellent, narrated demonstration?

  • @htownblue11
    @htownblue11 Před 2 lety +17

    Watching a craftsman craft at a high level is amazing. My man is making clean cuts and stacking dimes in the middle of service yards and equipment operation areas.

  • @adamluke1289
    @adamluke1289 Před 2 lety +74

    I'm not a welder, will probably never weld something, but I love your videos! People who are good at their craft make it look easy (but I know it isn't).

    • @RuthlessMindset68
      @RuthlessMindset68 Před 2 lety +14

      That’s the definition of a master craftsman. Isaac is blessing us by sharing knowledge, tips & tricks. And of course a master welder to bring it all together!

    • @adamluke1289
      @adamluke1289 Před 2 lety +7

      @@RuthlessMindset68 Agree 💯%

    • @markfryer9880
      @markfryer9880 Před 2 lety +3

      @@RuthlessMindset68 Not forgetting that this sort of video is one of the benefits of CZcams and the internet.

    • @BobbyOfEarth
      @BobbyOfEarth Před 2 lety +5

      There's something extremely satisfying about watching a craftsman work his magic..

    • @Peter-td3yk
      @Peter-td3yk Před 2 lety

      But to watch his video you realize the right way to do it.. The tricks and the standards of welding..

  • @localcrew
    @localcrew Před 2 lety +19

    As the saying goes, “That’s not going anywhere!”
    I really like those torch-holding machines. They provide a beautiful cut.

  • @gordjohnson70
    @gordjohnson70 Před 3 měsíci +1

    VERY well done. Where were these videos, when I was learning to weld ? It took years to teach myself. I was pretty good, but you guys today have taken the trade to a new level. Your videos give me a new respect for rig welders. Keep up the good work and train the world. We are all watching. Thnx.

  • @nathanleiter3473
    @nathanleiter3473 Před 2 lety +8

    I’m 25 and have had my rig for 8 months. Just started gouging thanks to watching You. One of the only Gus in the area who does it now. Thank you!

    • @ICWeld
      @ICWeld  Před 2 lety +4

      Right on

    • @MiloTorres-yx5jw
      @MiloTorres-yx5jw Před měsícem

      ​​@@ICWeldIssac back in 83 my instructors showed us when cutting coupons on a bevel to align preheat flames , in the kerf for a smoother cut , I was thinking you mentioned it before . ☝️✌️🙏💪🖖 , 👍😎🤔

  • @raulrubio2862
    @raulrubio2862 Před 2 lety +4

    This is a man who is willing to pass down the knowledge he has to all of us and honestly there are not too many men like him out there, so thank you sir for these tips they sure will come in handy.

  • @fuggnut
    @fuggnut Před 2 lety +4

    If you do this everyday in a production environment it is relaxing to watch someone that gets variety. Watching someone that
    does it well makes it even better. My crew is working right now and it is 15 degrees and falling all cutting, welding, gouging
    and grinding. Three of us are sitting in a unheated construction trailer on a break watching you on CZcams, I have to say nice repair lol.

    • @ICWeld
      @ICWeld  Před 2 lety +2

      Haha, thanks man.

  • @williamparry9314
    @williamparry9314 Před 2 lety +4

    Those cuts are like machined surfaces, it does not get any better than that. A truly skilled man, with great humility. Stay safe I.C.

  • @ke6gwf
    @ke6gwf Před 2 lety +5

    I have worked for and with some good fabricators, later took a few semesters of welding at a community College (mainly to get access to the welding shop and toys for my own projects! Taught myself how to TIG there lol), read the books, watched lots of videos, and somehow after 25 years, today was the first time I heard about making sure the oxygen spike was longer than the metal is thick...
    I used and ignored pressure charts for tip size and metal thickness, but this is like an earth shattering piece of wisdom that just makes sense! Lol
    Thank you!

  • @davidmunro1469
    @davidmunro1469 Před 2 lety +17

    Thank you for sharing. When I see that kind of metal fatigue I think about the other people on the road. That crack could have been gouged and welded before It got that bad. I really appreciate seeing your work.

    • @markfryer9880
      @markfryer9880 Před 2 lety +1

      Yes, it is a worry that it wasn't inspected more carefully.

  • @lonniebrock3282
    @lonniebrock3282 Před 2 lety +47

    Great video I used a traveling torch back in the early 70s at the coal mine I worked at they sure are helpful when cutting a lot of heavy metal accurate you do a great job it takes me back to my repairing mine equipment days I spend a lifetime in a coal mine and I'm paying dear for it these days after five spinal surgeries and a back full of titanium you stay safe and keep up that high caliber work

    • @ICWeld
      @ICWeld  Před 2 lety +28

      Oh man, sorry to hear that. Thank you for the support and I'm glad you enjoy them.

  • @elmerlee8816
    @elmerlee8816 Před 2 lety +2

    I am a 30 plus year industrial fabricator/welder. Running my own small mobile and shop company. Thankful that I was taught by true mature craftsman such as yourself. I take pride in doing a job well. But watching your videos. I sometimes wonder if I know anything at all. Please keep up the good work.

  • @edwarddavis507
    @edwarddavis507 Před rokem +2

    Super slick cutting! That was another prime example of your step-by-step methodology of repairing a very complicated piece of equipment. Nice job!

  • @derekcomer4858
    @derekcomer4858 Před rokem +1

    How is that level of finesse even possible, just wow, no wonder the customer was happy, he’s blessed to have found you 🙏

  • @jeffwisemiller3590
    @jeffwisemiller3590 Před 2 lety +4

    Always find it amazing how precise & surgical the air-arc gouging is. Have seen other videos that use that technique for removing material around a weld & find it quite impressive. The track cutter is another nice piece to have at your disposal.

  • @robertmanley7556
    @robertmanley7556 Před 2 lety +3

    I remember making cuts like this with a rail torch years ago in my boiler making days it was always so satisfying .....I always love to watch you work brings back great memories for me and the quality you put into your work is wonderful. I enjoy your videos short or long either way is ok with me just enjoy watching you work and the different projects are always cool. I don't know what I would do without your channel thank you for all your video's !!👍👍

  • @patrickfarley8036
    @patrickfarley8036 Před 2 lety +5

    That was some brilliant work! I've yet to flame cut past 1". I thought it was very cool to see you get excited over how well that radius came out. It's pleasing to see that even someone of your expertise still gets a thrill with a job well done. And in this instance, beautifully done!
    Thanks for posting this and congratulations on a great job!

  • @blueweld75
    @blueweld75 Před 2 lety +2

    DUDE!!!! I love this style of video. I just really enjoy hearing your in sights about whats going on and why you did a thing. Even when there is a mess up, you show it.

  • @russellclement2058
    @russellclement2058 Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful work I have two brothers that are blacksmith / fabricators and two sons that are fabricators that have done pipe work in powerhouses ,,, definitely sweet bit of welding ,,

  • @lindsaycrawford3446
    @lindsaycrawford3446 Před 2 lety +9

    As usual, really a great job!!!! Using the tractor torch arm to burn the curve is something I've never seen before. and I've been around the work a very long time... It still requires your skill in torch set up, and a very steady, experienced hand on the torch feed... As I've said before, I 've never a craftsman as skilled and creative on the burning side... I'll bet the customer was really happy, now hopefully the other side won't break...!!!

    • @tomt9543
      @tomt9543 Před 2 lety +1

      I used a track torch for over 40 years, but I’ve never seen this done either!

  • @gaz0463
    @gaz0463 Před 2 lety +10

    I’ve tried to figure out why I love and look forward to your uploads so much and I guess it always comes back to your skills knowledge and everything done in a calm never rushed and very professional manner. Watching you use the gas axe or torch is how I imagine watching some of the masters paint like Da Vinci, Rembrandt or Michelangelo. What you do is just like art but to a standard very few will ever achieve. Your son is real luck because he’s getting learn and work with one of the very best.
    Take care my friend.

  • @glendelong1023
    @glendelong1023 Před 2 lety +5

    You can say it's just experience, but dude you got some talent. Always very impressed

  • @Will97675
    @Will97675 Před 2 lety +1

    Your attention to detail is what sets you apart from many welder fabricators out there!

  • @donjohnston9554
    @donjohnston9554 Před 2 lety +1

    Notification DING DING....IC WELD video up....... I stop everything except BREATHING to watch your vid. 😁👍 Keep em coming MASTER.

  • @Trey4x4
    @Trey4x4 Před 2 lety +16

    I dig your video styles so much, not every video/project is a 1hr long video of the same stuff. Your slideshow videos are great, your mentor videos with your new Apprentice are superb. The jobsite videos super realistic. The at home in the garage videos are relaxed and I usually enjoy my breakfast with those. Imma life time subscriber since before 10k. *Cheers

    • @ICWeld
      @ICWeld  Před 2 lety +9

      Wow, thanks! Thank you for the kind words and support.

  • @dougsweldingfabrication953

    I really enjoy watching your videos and learning. The work you do is quality craftsmanship. I'm glad you're passing your knowledge along. Thank you.

  • @SoapMx81
    @SoapMx81 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm a hobbyists welder, nothing fancy or big, but I always learn something from your videos than I can apply to my projects. Greetings from Mexico!!!

  • @ShainAndrews
    @ShainAndrews Před 2 lety +3

    In my opinion one of your best videos on your torch work and explaining how you achieved the results.

  • @jjppsanchez77
    @jjppsanchez77 Před 2 lety +1

    That's the type of work I enjoy doing...
    Greetings from Laredo 🇨🇱

  • @paulbales3513
    @paulbales3513 Před 2 lety +1

    Master Craftsman! Always a pleasure to see your work! Thank you for sharing and teaching!

  • @yt66228
    @yt66228 Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful work! Pure magic.

  • @WilliamCHyland
    @WilliamCHyland Před 2 lety +1

    Looks like a precision craftsmanship job. This is one of the reasons I enjoy your channel.

  • @oh8wingman
    @oh8wingman Před 2 lety +1

    I repaired three of these tabs on three different trailers for one oilfield outfit. What was causing the breakage was the fact that the drivers were not making sure that the vertical bearing surface was clean. All three of these trailers had mud packing in on the vertical surface so that when the pins locked in and the trailer was lifted the mud acted like a shim and put additional loading on the tab. I showed the owner this and explained it to him and he was a tad pissed. All of the drivers were told that if they broke another tab and there was mud packed in that they might as well just pack up and get gone. His exact words were dust and tail lights guys, dust and tail lights. Strangely enough, they never broke another tab.
    Good work by the way. There are so many that don't know how to use a torch properly.

  • @terryharleyrides6109
    @terryharleyrides6109 Před 2 lety +1

    Absolutely wonderful Job,...../Thanks For Sharing,....I learn more each time I watch you 😎👍

  • @hfraat25
    @hfraat25 Před 2 lety +1

    Always a pleasure to watch your work. Great insight into heavy metalwork.

  • @neildewald325
    @neildewald325 Před 2 lety +1

    It's always a pleasure to watch a master of their profession.

  • @rollemswift2683
    @rollemswift2683 Před 2 lety +1

    Just superb a real pleasure to watch real Pro at work thanks for the Video.
    Cheers stay well I look forward to the next.

  • @mrpaint055
    @mrpaint055 Před 2 lety +1

    Another professional class brought to us from Professor Isaac

  • @hfraat25
    @hfraat25 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Never get tired of watching skill.

  • @pamike4873
    @pamike4873 Před 2 lety +2

    It's always a pleasure watching a master at work. You may have a track cutter, but it still takes a heck of a lot of knowledge to use it and get those kinds of results. Thanks for sharing.

  • @dougbird8186
    @dougbird8186 Před 2 lety +1

    After 43 years doing what you do You are way better than I have ever been. Just a hint, When piercing metal with a torch I have always drilled a 1/4" hole just inside cut line. Torch will flow thru hole and give you a clean start instead of piercing and making a lot of cutting slag on top.

  • @kittypigeonclueless5566
    @kittypigeonclueless5566 Před 2 lety +1

    Man, that is one heck of a joy to watch. Magnificent!

  • @fuddrucker74
    @fuddrucker74 Před 2 lety +1

    What amazing work. Thanks for bringing us along.

  • @gor4988
    @gor4988 Před 2 lety +1

    Such a steady hand
    Exceptional muscle memory
    Respect !

  • @petermccuskey1832
    @petermccuskey1832 Před 2 lety +1

    Amazing cut work. You absolutely humble me as an old welder that I am . Your equipment is amazing

  • @fjr2go
    @fjr2go Před 2 lety +1

    The joy when a cut pans out the way you planned it. *happy dance* :) :)

  • @Dougie50
    @Dougie50 Před 2 lety +3

    Impressive. Just to remove the damaged piece to clean parent metal took skill. Fillet weld looked like stacked dimes. You are one talented metal worker and welder.

  • @RickAShriver
    @RickAShriver Před 2 lety +3

    Turned out great! Thank you for your time again!!!

  • @jimzivny1554
    @jimzivny1554 Před 2 lety +1

    There's a lot of force on those ears from every direction it's amazing they last as long as they do especially in construction and off-road environments. Nice repair

  • @scrapmanindustries
    @scrapmanindustries Před 2 lety +1

    I do like how you take something that some people would make into a complicated situation and you break it down and make it simple and easy to understand.

  • @MasterHustler
    @MasterHustler Před 2 lety +1

    This man can do everything. Love your videos as I am a beginning weldor. Thank you bro.

  • @stevesmith2171
    @stevesmith2171 Před 2 lety +2

    I've been welding for 41 years and I could feel the burns while you were gouging. Nice work and I like the way that Hobart wire looks.

    • @ICWeld
      @ICWeld  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks 👍

    • @donsmith9081
      @donsmith9081 Před 2 lety

      I love me some Fabshield 21B. Have you had any issues with using it-charpy etc? Nice job. Thanks.

  • @douglasthompson2740
    @douglasthompson2740 Před 2 lety +1

    Always makes my day when you post. Thanks for the video.

  • @danielpullum1907
    @danielpullum1907 Před 2 lety +17

    Isaac, You are amazing!! Your experience would be very valuable at a tech school/community college, training our future craftsmen. Were I younger I would open a tech school and make you an offer you couldn't refuse. I would hope someone in your area would do that very thing. Our country needs the skills you have and display in every project you complete. Caterpillar is struggling to find people with skills just to do production welding but they also need people with your skill level to do the "salvage work" when the production welders don't do it right. There aren't 1 in 1000 with your skills. Reach out Dear Sir!!!!

    • @ICWeld
      @ICWeld  Před 2 lety +21

      My wife is wanting me to consider exactly what you are mentioning. This is my 3rd decade at my trade and its definitely done its work on this old..ish body. I might have to think seriously about that at some point.

    • @robertklein9190
      @robertklein9190 Před 2 lety +1

      @@ICWeld Maybe you could get your wife a job and then you would not have to work as hard, lol.

    • @Watchyn_Yarwood
      @Watchyn_Yarwood Před 2 lety

      👍 Well said, sir!

  • @majorpayne4098
    @majorpayne4098 Před 2 lety +1

    Master for sure. You create the impossible and make it look easy

  • @maddskills1897
    @maddskills1897 Před 2 lety +1

    U.K. welder here!!! Your welding and Fabbing is amazing!!! Love watching your stuff!!!!!!

  • @markreetz1001
    @markreetz1001 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video Isaac! You always make it look so easy. It is such a pleasure to watch you weld and cut, etc. Thanks for sharing!

  • @JacksonEngineering
    @JacksonEngineering Před 2 lety +1

    I really like these videos where you talk through what you’re doing. I know they take more time to make but they’re well worth it to me. Really excellent!

  • @mikejenkins9135
    @mikejenkins9135 Před 2 lety +1

    Can always tell when a man takes pride in his work takes pride in himself nice work

  • @dogoodstopallevil6255
    @dogoodstopallevil6255 Před 2 lety +1

    VERY nice work. Cool tools !!

  • @brianmckibben2300
    @brianmckibben2300 Před 2 lety +1

    I learned that i do not know much compared to this maestro with his sparks and smoke. Well done!

  • @denniscarter483
    @denniscarter483 Před 2 lety +1

    Another beautiful job Isaac. Looking forward to next vids.

  • @daniel01m
    @daniel01m Před rokem +1

    Awesome work! I used to pull a trailer similar to that and I would trust that job any day ! Keep em coming

  • @mineown1861
    @mineown1861 Před 2 lety +1

    Sometimes it's finesse that's required , which you apparently have in abundance , other times it's Tanya's moment to shine . She may not be worth her weight in gold but she earns her keep.
    Brilliant as always especially working on that 2" slab of steel.

  • @JB-mf1zc
    @JB-mf1zc Před 2 lety +1

    Mighty fine work there! God Bless!

  • @Farm_fab
    @Farm_fab Před 2 lety +1

    That repair looks nice, Isaac. Thanks for the welding tips.

  • @Wild_Bill57
    @Wild_Bill57 Před 2 lety +1

    Customer was happy and job looks great!

  • @robertfauls2958
    @robertfauls2958 Před 2 lety +1

    You are a true artist. I enjoy watching your videos. Thank you for the content.

  • @davedavedave52
    @davedavedave52 Před 2 lety +1

    I always learn a mountain of things when I watch your videos!

  • @carolinafrog4365
    @carolinafrog4365 Před 2 lety +3

    love the vid! love learning new stuff!! having pulled a trailer that had that connection type that hauled 75tons, im shocked that the factory welds are so minimal and yet get the job done! wow!

  • @petermccuskey1832
    @petermccuskey1832 Před 2 lety +1

    As always great craftsmanship

  • @theheyseed
    @theheyseed Před 2 lety +1

    Very nice work as usual. Thanks for talking us through the step by step process.

  • @jimmymccracken9702
    @jimmymccracken9702 Před 2 lety +1

    I'ma welder 81 yrs young and I used that same track torch cuting machine in 1967 and it was great as the track could very up and down a little and still cut perfect I haven't seen one in a while good job, Jim las vegas nv

  • @georgeantonaros5580
    @georgeantonaros5580 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video !!
    Another great repair !! 😊

  • @shaunybonny688
    @shaunybonny688 Před 2 lety +1

    Once again a wealth of knowledge and inspiration, thank you.

  • @metalmetz
    @metalmetz Před 2 lety +1

    Great job! I like the torch tip cleaner trick to find the angle. You are a fountain of knowledge!!

  • @Nitrodr1
    @Nitrodr1 Před 2 lety +1

    Your a wizard with a torch! Darn impressive job.

  • @johnearhart8811
    @johnearhart8811 Před 2 lety +1

    So great. Love everything you do. God Bless Isaac

  • @jackmiyamoto5270
    @jackmiyamoto5270 Před 2 lety +1

    You are an absolute master of your trade. You are an artist. Love your videos.

  • @chuckyc6912
    @chuckyc6912 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome as usual. I enjoy your videos

  • @furnessagriculturalservice2109

    The way you set up your burning gear is like witchcraft! The cuts are so clean every time!!! Love watching your videos and getting tips to use in my shop! Keep them coming

  • @davidwalk9045
    @davidwalk9045 Před 2 lety +1

    I really enjoy watching your videos,great work. And your voice overs are educational, explains what's going on perfectly

  • @Bigknucklesandhands
    @Bigknucklesandhands Před 2 lety +1

    I worked at a steel mill as a welder and was fortunate enough to have a track torch, miss that job sometimes….a lot of teeth shanks on loaders and crop car repairs. Good job sir

  • @alexold8183
    @alexold8183 Před 2 lety +1

    Wow, very interesting process. I like the speciality automated tools for cutting the plate steel.

  • @deanbrown4512
    @deanbrown4512 Před 2 lety +1

    That was an amazing piece of work

  • @thedeihl
    @thedeihl Před rokem +1

    You have been by far one of the biggest contributors of my knowledge for my shop, my humble shop compared to yours, I do CNC plasma cutting quite a bit, much less oxy acetylene super thick material than you do, although I am slowly getting into it, my machine only goes up to 1 in thickness on the CNC, I typically cut with propane and oxygen, which most people don't realize is pretty damn good for the average shop, and cost a whole lot less!

    • @ICWeld
      @ICWeld  Před rokem

      Have you been able to figure out how to program the cnc to use a torch? I have a plasma table that I want to use for more torch work but I'm not familiar enough to program it to not need to touch sense the tip onto the table. I had to bypass mine manually when I did it on one of my last videos. It took way too long to figure out so I never tried again. partially because I've been too busy but I also don't know what I'm doing.😕😕😕

  • @jimlong527
    @jimlong527 Před 2 lety +1

    Such a professional, great work.

  • @johndouglasdawson7298
    @johndouglasdawson7298 Před 2 lety +1

    Very interesting watching you. When the job is finished it looks a top notch job. Looks better than new. Thanks

  • @RandomsFandom
    @RandomsFandom Před 2 lety +1

    Nice unwelding work. That unwelding rod is fun to use without goggles 🤩 🔥 😂

  • @samuelscragg7052
    @samuelscragg7052 Před rokem +1

    Been learning from all your work. Thank you for sharing your skills and knowledge.

  • @urbanwillis2212
    @urbanwillis2212 Před 2 lety

    It finally happened. Today's video shows that with the proper "modern tools" you truly can do anything with nothing in no time at all. You are simply the greatest in The Good Old USA! Thanks for the videos.

  • @joebarbjb6668
    @joebarbjb6668 Před 2 lety +1

    Watching your fabrication skills amazes me. Thank you, your videos are top shelf.

  • @pnwRC.
    @pnwRC. Před 2 lety +1

    The trick with the tip cleaner was a neat nugget of knowledge to absorb. Thanks for sharing that with us!

  • @1waukesha
    @1waukesha Před 2 lety +1

    Your skill never fails to amaze me! Awesome job man!

  • @trebornesregrot
    @trebornesregrot Před 2 lety +1

    I always learn something! Keep them coming!

  • @blackbuttecruizr
    @blackbuttecruizr Před 2 lety +2

    Great stuff! Love the voice overs.

  • @alasdairmunro1953
    @alasdairmunro1953 Před 2 lety +1

    Nice repair Isaac!👍🏼👍🏼😀