Hi Mike, being a former mechanic, I immediately knew what you meant by the “foreshadowing” reference to using plasti-gauge and I am sorry that you made this discovery the hard way. Fortunately, you didn’t make things worse - and you already have the right idea in reinstalling the old bearings. I just hope that you numbered them and kept them in the correct order because that’s what they teach you in school and yes, I have been an instructor of such classes. I too have rebuilt engines lying on the ground - but not on frozen ground - that’s where I draw the line these days; at 67 it’s just not worth it anymore - plus I got money to pay people to do that for me now. I hope it works out because after so much work you most certainly deserve a win. Someday soon we will all see the refreshed motor running and you bursting old hoses left and right - and pressure-washing away the rust, mold and dirt.

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Bring on the hoses! I'm ready for that step lol

The comedy on this channel is just top notch, thanks captain!

Boy can I relate to your situation. Been there, done that. I like how you keep such a positive attitude. I usually end up using more than one word that doesn't appear in the dictionary. I keep doing it though and really appreciate you showing me how I should handle it. I've gotta believe that the backhoe will serve you for many years to come.

I have to admit I was on the edge of my seat knowing something bad was coming. Glad it wasn't catastrophic and I'm sure you'll get it sorted out. Thanks as always for sharing your journey, your attitude is an inspiration.

I am not considering it a fail. You are making progress, Have a good mentor to lean on, and lots of support. Despite the trouble you are having, You really do make it look easy.

love the effort you put into the channel but recently the audio is off set from the video a bit distracting

@jdelbrid

Жыл бұрын

Ive seen several comments on this issue lately. Not sure why that is so important to people. He is building things, wrenching on old junk, (even in the cold and snow), and providing great content, in the process. It might help to focus on what he is doing with his hands. It could be a hardware issue or a software issue. Either way a lot of content providers have synchronization problems with their audio. Full disclosure...I am not being snarky. Just trying to help.

@paulprigge1209

Жыл бұрын

@@jdelbrid Thank you you did a good job explaining. God bless

@scott9904

Жыл бұрын

I found the hammering to be fun during the first piston. The timing had the rebound with the main strike. It kept my brain thinking. Still not that big of a problem. Captain thanks for bringing us on the journey.

@k1n2g4

Жыл бұрын

Sound is off but I don't mind. Sound of the hammer made me 😃 .. love a little lightning and thunder action.. keep up the entertainment captain

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

@@jdelbrid 💪

As they say on another channel I watch. "we do it right because we do it twice". Bummer about the extra work but I suspect you will never make that mistake again. Thanks for posting. Really enjoy watching.

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Lol I like that

9:38 ish - when hammering there is a loud bang before the hit then a faint bang when you hit - not a problem as it was quite melodical 😊

I laughed when you said, "you're the one who hit the play button."

We learn - we grow. And we get to grow along with you - thanks Mike!

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for watching

Mike don’t beat yourself up, you did it and will learn tremendously from this. Keep up the great videos!!!! Thanks and just keep doing.

@paulprigge1209

Жыл бұрын

Yes I appreciate his videos is humbleness doing it on his own and getting away from people. Working with the public can be stressful and this give him peace even When things don’t go right.

We are all there with you Mike, just waiting to hear that 3 cylinder come to life. Ok, we might not be "there" with you, but sitting in our Lazy Boys, we are all rooting for you!!!!!! Keep up the great work, you got this!!

Captain it sounds like the sound is not in sync. :) Thank you and have a great week. PS I live above the 49 parallel in the Pacific and we do not have snow, weirdness again. :)

One of the best lines I've heard in awhile "well you pressed the play button "

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

😂

Glad to see others have the same issue with the sound shift, I thought maybe it was because we watch on our tv.

A hard lesson. Good video keep trying you will get it.

Cap’n, my guess is, it’s the rod bearings that are binding… “Why?”, you ask… Well, that’s what I screwed up in my first overhaul!! Unlike you, I didn’t stop when the starter wouldn’t turn the engine over. No siree! At 18yrs of age, I wasn’t patient or experienced enough to have such horse sense. Instead, I grabbed a tire tool and began prying on the fly wheel. After it turned a little bit, I hit the starter again. Nope! It needed more tire tool. An hour later, I finally got the starter to feebly turn the engine over a couple of revs. I was certainly making progress. That got my hopes up. So, I went to dinner with anticipation of a fresh start the next morning. I called my mechanic buddy and bragged about my progress… until, he said, “I hope you didn’t ruin the crank shaft.” The next afternoon he came out to the farm and we tore the bottom of the engine apart again… the lack of torque wrench use and putting the bearings in without lube caught up with me. My enthusiasm and pride fell into an abyss… the scored crank shaft and chewed up fly wheel sent my empty wallet down there too! So, I’ll be waiting in anticipation for the next installment to see just what you find… regardless of the unknown date of its posting!

I would always dip my pistons into a small bowl of oil to load up the rings with oil before sliding them in. Engine pre-lube on the bearings or at least a little grease on them will make a work of difference. Tighten down your bearings and rotate the bottom assembly before you install the head will tell you if there is a problem. First engine I ever rebuilt on my own the first time I completely forgot to install a set of rings on a piston. What a pain in the ass mistake that was to pull the head and pull a piston all the way back out again! We are all human and learn from the journeys we take. Thanks for bringing us along on yours!

loving the backhoe series you are doing a fantastic job! every step is a learning experience for me watching you do it! keeping it affordable and bring what you rung approach is awsome!

Capt, for not being a mechanic and working on a tight budget, even with this slight setback, you're doing a heck of a job😺 Thanks for sharing👍👍👍👍👍😺🤗🐺

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Glenn

Good job up loading when it is convenient for you. Keep up the good work

Editing and proofing department needs a reprimand, no day off this week, lol. Another great vid, thanx for sharing.

Sorry about the set back man. It happens. I'd blame it on the wild temperature swings in the shop. Lol. Keep pushing brother.

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

The thermostat is struggling

Wild West it is ! and i love it ! good job, as some say, the first time you do something you are going to school, second time you are in known territory and is easier .

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Charlie

I sure love how you deal with the possibility of a negative comment before one can be made!!👌👌

Stay tuned for 'Backhoes of the Wild West' with Captain Kleeman!

The magic hammer with sound effects/pre hit noise is really interesting. Seems like something for the merch store as nobody else seems to have them.

Sir , it needed a battery originally , that was all. Also , I have had milky trans / hydro fluid freeze ,that will create a no crank situation , I had to push a clutch in on my ford 4500 tractor , to get it too crank / start. These experiences are hard taught , you don't forget them , after years of making mistakes like that ,(or watching someone else make them) you become a run of the mill mechanic. No crow to eat here , you knowledge level is through the roof , compared to when you started . In hindsight , it's best to work in a shop environment for years , to pick up some basic knowledge . Google and KZread make bad mechanics, overloads people with confidence. Thanks for being honest , your a stand up guy. I am subscribed . Thanks for good , honest content.

It is fun to watch you. Looks like your have fun. I hope your having fun.

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Definitely

Mike don't be so hard on yourself we've all been in your shoes little patience a little more studying and you'll have that thing up running and humming God bless

This journey is definitely getting interesting thanks for taking us along so we can learn together. Stay safe

Always rotate the engine after tossing pistons and rods in......sheesh! LOL This is how you learn. Its all good!

Years ago, I watched as my neighbor's kid did a similar in chassis rebuild of an old AUDI. Occasionally, he would hail me for advice and/or assistance. Having zero confidence that it would ever run again, I was astonished when it fired up on the very first crank. Perhaps all you really need is a good neighbor and some better luck. You'll get it. I've seen worse.

I enjoy your humour and ability to laugh at things even when they don't go right. Persistence is key. Have fun. See you next video.

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

You my friend are a hoot.!!! At least you can say you made this grammas day better.

If you could reach it, you can get much quicker verification that things will move if you would have turned the crank externally with a socket while the head was still off and make sure everything turned. Try it on Round 2.

Ring gap wouldn't stop the engine turning over, it would damage the bores after a while. Did you set the valve clearance?, did the engine turn over by hand?. The big end bearings are coming off anyway, so check the ring gap while everything is easy to get at. Tighten the ring compressor as much as possible before knocking the pistons in, and hold the compressor down on the block while tapping in the pistons. Good luck 👍 with your project. Great vids.👌👌

Gotta love the heated shop! Your attitude is why I keep coming back for more videos.

Back in the day starter torque spec was good and tight..yep that will do'er.🤣🤣🤣

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

😂😂

EXACTLY how I learned...IN an engine rebuild course at a Florida college!!! First day: Professor says go pull the engine out of that Grand Marquis parked outside and put it on this table. Zero actual engine removal instruction. His style of teaching...I learned more in that series of courses than any other teaching style throughout a lifetime--this far. Dive in with a strong will to survive: you will become a swimmer!

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Love it

Hi I know nothing about engine work, and so am hot going to say you should have done this or should have done that. But I will say don’t let the knockers & knocks stop you, it is easy when you are watching a screen in the warm. And the man who never did anything wrong has never done anything. All the best keep going. 👍🐝😊

Watching you do these things have Inspired me to work on my stuff starting with new brake pads on my car . Never done anything like that before but how Hurd can it be 😮

I use an oil stone/wet stone instead of sanding paper. Solid off its own. Its better to put the rings in the liner and check the gap. Nowadays they are fitting well. On older parts you needed to make the gap clearance. These cranckshaft bearings have a thin layer of material. Thats why plastigauge is used instead of the old leadwire. But better: put the rod/cap toghetter, torque them and then check if you can move them fore/afterward by hand or screwdriver. If they slide easily 1/25 or so of an inch youre good. Oil or grease will hold a gasket as well. Sorry for you but youre on the right track. Rethinking wat you did and where it took a sidestep. Hats off for you from a marine engineer!

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!

You got this buddy !! I am very impressed with your fortitude and strength to concur your projects !! Tomorrow is always a new day !

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mike

your right lots of armchair mechanics on here one thing as a millwright for 28 years we use to use STP oil treatment to put gearboxes and motors together great video look forward to the next

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Makes since, thanks for watching

You will get it Captain... We have faith in your abilities!,👌👌

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks rich

Nice rebuilt video have a great job of the big runs right when you get done putting all this work in it all right have a good one buddy 💯💯💯💯💯

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Bud, don't get down! I hope it is something simple! I can see the stress and wanting everything to be perfect! Just step back and take a deep breath and become the captain Kleeman that we all know and everything will fall into place for you! I love the happy go lucky BUD

The Canadian tork specks are tight as it will go and one full turn

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Lol

I have a lot of respect for you, Mike! You make mistakes, like everyone else does, but you persevere through it. Keep on going!

You are still my Hero Captain Mike! Press on Sir, we have your back.

Is it just me or is the sound and video not synced right? The last couple videos I have watched here have been the same way for me. Mike I love watching your videos. I hope you continue to enjoy making them and posting them so I can continue watching. I love this series so far. Thanks for your hard work!

Keep after it Mike! Love what you are doing.

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kevin

Even though I'm an old lady who always watches your videos, I usually never understand what you're doing. LOL However, your videos are always entertaining, and informative, and please know that I am always here cheering you on!! You will get the results you need. It may take a try or two, but I have complete faith in you, and your determination. Best of luck to you, Captain!!

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Lol thanks for the support!

I did hit the Play button - and I'm not mad about anything you do! Mind you, that's probably because I wouldn't know where to start. Another good one Captain, and with your 'can-do' attitude you'll get it running in the end - I have faith!

Really liked watching you doing the engine rebuild. Thanks for the videos.

it’s good that you are replacing the Piston heads now you will have longer withe the engine

As allways you make it a real joy to watch..even when it doesn't going along as planned.

Captain you were also supposed to check the ring gap. God bless

And this too will pass. Keep the faith brother. Stay safe, give the family my best.

So glad You ran the ball hone some more. I was worried it wasn't enough when looking at the pics. Fingers crossed hoping for the best, can't wait to hear it run.

Captain you will sort it out. Nothing runs the way you want it. That's what I like about you. Sit back have a cuppa of tea, and you will work it out. Keep the vid's coming Captain.

If it was easy everybody would be doing it doing a great job you're learning stick with it good luck thanks for sharing

Mike you know what they say if at first you don't succeed try try again, and after watching you for a few years i have no doubt we will be seeing the 555 on the yacht build 👍👍👌

These ring compressor tools are great the first few engines I rebuilt my mates and I used rags and hose clamps

That was magical lol,you're doing great keep it going

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Troy

Warm pistons up in hot water will make fitting gudgeon pins easy, ring gaps average is .004" for every inch of bore, stagger ring gaps. Built lots of those three cylinder Fords Good video

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks James

And it was going so well. I still think you’re the smartest guy going.

"Here we see the native 555, desolate and alone.....waiting for that one cowboy that can tame 'er and make the west less wild" lol love the commentary!!

When I finally stopped laughing I actually felt bad for you, but then I just started laughing again, thanks Mike. Cheers from down under.

As someone who has worked on everything from tricycles to bulldozers and mini bikes to large prime movers if there is one tip I can give a person doing engine work is if the engine is locked up when disassembling it put a bar on it and every time you loosen/remove something (engine component) see if it will move (try to bar over the engine) additionally when assembling an engine every time you install a part bar over the engine to make sure that still bars over and while when you install a pistons you will get some more drag the engine should/will still rotate smoothly. This one tip can help diagnose what the trouble is and will certainly stop you from having continuing when a problem develops.

You will get it going , I have faith in you, just keep plugging away and keep getting advice from Clint. 😁👍

2 things that might make it easier next time you need to put new pistons in is get a container you can heat water in that the piston will fit in. Warn it up not quit to boil. You can also cool the ristpins in a freezer. Doing truck engines I have found heating the piston works well. I must say you have done alot of reaserch to make it work. Good job.

Your doing fine. Every mistake you make is a learning opportunity and will be burnt into your brain helping you on future repairs. Here's a old school gasket holding tip : Tie the gasket through the bolt holes to the oil pan with some sewing thread from the Mrs. Bolt the pan to the block loosely, snip the threads, pull them out and tighten your bolts. No fancy spray-tack required. Best of luck.............

Love the backhoe series Captain

Glad you do what you feel is the correct way!

lol - I was muttering at the screen - "don't you need to clock those rings?". Then you stopped and explained the gaps need to be rotated.

Don't feel bad, I just re-installed the professionally rebuilt "equipment control valve" on the old ranch dozer. Third "re-install" for the valve, first "professionally rebuilt." Didn't look that difficult to rebuild the first two times when I did it. Pro tip: The professional rebuild at the machine shop cost about $175 the parts kits I bought were about $60 each. Math. It is not my strong point. Thanks for the video!

Awesome progress towards awesome progress! You'll get there in the end and loving the fact we get to see these minor hickups along the way. BTW, for the last few videos, the sound hasn't been going with the video, it's been slightly off when you use the mic.

I dig your patient and happy-going demeanour.

Oil is great, but I prefer to use assembly lube. It's a little thicker and tends to stay on the friction surfaces longer until the oil starts to flow through everything. I'm leaning more towards the bearings are the issue. But it could be the piston rings, even though they actually went in fairly easy. As for the starter, I think new wiring for the starting and charging system would be a priority. The backhoe sat exposed to the elements for a very long time and wiring can corrode all the way through causing a lot of resistance for the electrical flow. All in all, lots of trial and error, learning from your mistakes, and lots of Captain Kleeman comedy makes for a great video!

Mike, you are doing great. I can't get over how patient you are.

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Roy

👍🏻👍🏻 because one is never enough. Love the positive attitude all the time. Yes, there’s steps you should’ve taken but for whatever reasons you didn’t. Don’t beat yourself up over it. You’ve learnt more and you won’t make those mistakes again. It’s a joy to watch you learn and grow through your videos. Keep smiling and laughing as it’ll all payoff when you’re done.

I’m sorry for your troubles Mike, but it happens to all of us at times, but I know you will always get it right, but I am surprised, that this happened to you, your always so meticulous, you’re gonna have it running in no time

Great work love your attitude to life wish more you tubers were like you not worrying about the haters l know you will sort the backhoe out looking forward to the next episode 👍

Tip. When you are putting a new gasket on you can use a little oil to 'stick' it on place. (only on non waterway areas) if you don't have any liquid seal to help

As long as your taking things apart Check your rod clearance and ring gap then you only have to reassemble things ONCE more

Some days I hate the internet but what a wealth of information that 20 years ago would be near impossible to obtain! Hoping for a great ending for this project! Didn't expect the ending we got but you will persevere!

As always, your tenacity is impressive!

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Lonnie

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, ideas, adventures and videos. Have to admit I was really hopeful for some smoke but reserved since your on screen commentary hinted not all was well. Really like that you have a relaxed perspective and taking it as an adventure into engine repair and not a personal commentary of your abilities. As it’s said, if you never make any mistakes you will never learn how things are done, your just lucky. Looking forward to seeing the upcoming videos. Wishing you and your family the best.

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks tom!

Captain, if this is your first major engine rebuild. You did a goid job. Murphy has a tendence to show up with his Gremlin gang at the worse moments. I'm sure you'll find what the issue is. Next time feel free to get liberal with pre-oiling all parts. There is a special oil for re-assembly of engines. Did you adjust the valves after to torquef down the head or did I miss that part ? Install the rod caps bearings in the correct orientaion ? Ooh well, I'm sure you'll figure it out and us subs can breath a sigh of relief.

Keep it up Captain 👍You'll get it, and just think when your done you can dig a hole 🕳 and bury whatever caused it😊 Awesome Content 👌

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

😂😂

Mike I love your attitude towards everything, the only way to learn is to try and fail. Failure is not a bad thing unless you quit then its all for nothing. Keep up the great attitude and content.

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian

Oh, and pretty sure we saw you turn that crank with pistons installed...first stop would be those bearings. But hey, that's from the back seat.

You have the luxury of time Mike ,so if I were you I'd chalk it up to experience and keep on pushing straight ahead !

I feel your pain! Years ago when I was 16 I was working on my first car, a 1963 Ford Falcon that needed new rings and one new piston. When getting the parts at the Ford dealer, I decided to replace the rod bearings. The parts guy asked me if I wanted standard or 10/1000 oversized. Thinking quickly I said oversized since the engine was obviously very worn. Well, you know what happened when I tried to start it….NOTHING! 😂 Painful, but a lesson I’ll never forget.

@Fatamus

Жыл бұрын

👍😎

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

😂 lessons learned! 💪

@Fatamus

Жыл бұрын

63 Falcon is one of my favorite cars 🤗. I had a 63 n put in a 260 V8 out of a 64 sprint Falcon engine in it and a 71 Mustang f/r suspensions and disk breaks and 50 series tires all the way around. 🤔 the 2 speed automatic (slush-box) was garbage it needed a good 4 speed.

good to see you making progress.

It's a good thing you check it before you put the head back on.

Always a learning curve. Great attitude and video. Thanks

Captain you’ll figure it out! My best wishes to you and your family! Thanks for sharing! Kevin

@CaptainKleeman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kevin