Installing a New Torque Amplifier & Assembling the Transmission | Farmall 856 Restoration Episode 7

Everything you ever wanted to know about hydraulic torque amplifiers in the '06, '56, '66, and '86 series International Harvester Farmall tractors! Today I'm doing a complete installation of a torque amplifier in a Farmall 856, starting with a bare transmission case. After I finish the torque amplifier, I proceed with installing the transmission gear sets. Finally, I spend some time at the end of the video discussing the nuances of checking end play in torque amplifiers, and diagramming how engine power flows from the engine, through the torque amplifier, and through the transmission.
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  • @wendyw4487
    @wendyw44874 ай бұрын

    Love learning about the torque amplifier. Your videos seem so different than the typical ones on YT. You present things in a normal way and manage to mention all the important details while keeping your viewers from getting bored. YT has many problems but you're one reason why I'll never leave.

  • @jtlearn1
    @jtlearn14 ай бұрын

    I was a career auto mechanic and your courage, understanding and ability to tackle these complex renewals amazes me as does the original engineering and production!

  • @jimlong527
    @jimlong5274 ай бұрын

    Hey Teacher Pete fantastic lesson. Anytime I watch you wrenching it’s a great day. Happy Valentine’s Day to you and Hillary.

  • @LGessner
    @LGessner4 ай бұрын

    I don’t understand a word you said but I’m mesmerized by your every word. My husband asked me, “and why are we watching this?” And I replied, “because it’s Pete, it’s fascinating and we want to watch every episode.” ❤️

  • @user-vd8ns5ox4p

    @user-vd8ns5ox4p

    4 ай бұрын

    well said!

  • @lynnpetre525

    @lynnpetre525

    4 ай бұрын

    Yes, we do!!

  • @richardmattaliano5649

    @richardmattaliano5649

    4 ай бұрын

    L, Please tell your husband that you two aren't the only ones!

  • @marygonzales2373
    @marygonzales23734 ай бұрын

    Thank you Mr Pete for letting us share your experience. My husband was into car engines and all. I helped him. We are in our mid 70s and enjoy reminiscing. That engine joist brought back memories. God is Good. Ty again.

  • @leost.pierre7205
    @leost.pierre72054 ай бұрын

    It blows my mind that someone is smart enough to build these things in the first place where everything has to be perfectly in line and to be able to fit everything in it. And this is simple to the modern ones.

  • @danielmassella9162

    @danielmassella9162

    4 ай бұрын

    So true and I find it crazy that someone was even able to engineer this like most people who never think of these ideas

  • @Nick-bb4nk

    @Nick-bb4nk

    4 ай бұрын

    Now consider all these parts were machined without the computer controlled machines we have today

  • @kathyline11
    @kathyline114 ай бұрын

    Pete, you are everyone's school shop teacher!

  • @ellisc.foleyjr9778
    @ellisc.foleyjr97784 ай бұрын

    Another great video Pete, and the funny thing is, I'm 80 yrs old, don't even own a tractor, well my cub lawn mower, but I love this series and all the past rebuild/restorations the MD, the "A" etc. and now this series I watch intently as if I'm going to be doing the same thing in the future, I followed throught the drawing and thought Oh yes I remember whe he showed that direct drive idea etc. its just so fascinating and you do such a great job of discribing things and keep my attention so locked I just have to keep watching. what does that tell you Pete! "You is a good teacher" that's what!. thanks so much for making this old man's day. and for sharing ECF.

  • @LGessner

    @LGessner

    4 ай бұрын

    Absolutely! We are in our 80s as well, husband grew up on farm but never stayed . We love listening and watching Pete.

  • @billroberts3864
    @billroberts38644 ай бұрын

    Pete, your descriptions concerning the reassembly of the various parts are interesting and fairly easy to understand. You are a master teacher with a calm demeanor. Blessings to you.

  • @jamesjordan4051
    @jamesjordan40514 ай бұрын

    I really am enjoying this series and the little nuances that goes into such a restoration. Your attention to detail and your calm demeanor is something I wish more people demonstrated on a daily basis. It would be a much better world. Thanks Pete.

  • @aRosieDay
    @aRosieDay4 ай бұрын

    I have no use for tractor repair. I live in the big city. Why do I watch your repair videos? Its your calming narrative that I enjoy so much. I can and often do watch these videos 2 and yes 3 times. I enjoy with my first coffee of the day. So thank you and DO keep making this type of content. Thank you.

  • @melody-13
    @melody-134 ай бұрын

    I’m 26 and live in an apartment and I love Pete’s videos. It’s so cool seeing these videos and the comments of people sharing their life stories and experiences and why they love Pete’s videos. Thank you Pete for the great variety of content you put out, the quality of your videos, and bringing so many different people happiness and teaching us new things about farm life. 😊 looking forward to the day when I could maybe have my own small farm!

  • @jeffreyjohnson8212
    @jeffreyjohnson82124 ай бұрын

    Fascinating! Thanks for taking the time to bring us along! Definitely hanging around for the appendices!

  • @jonathancrissinger2301
    @jonathancrissinger23014 ай бұрын

    Nothing is impossible, so I will say this, it's almost impossible for me to,not watch your videos to the end. I find your videos to be very interesting, educational and enjoyable. You have a great way of teaching things, which makes them easy to understand and follow. Thanks for sharing this. See you later. Have a great day.

  • @bobmoroney3643
    @bobmoroney36434 ай бұрын

    Some engineer thought it would insure the gear and shaft went in correctly by adding the extra shoulder that way. It amazes me how thoughtful and deliberate those engineers were.

  • @risusrules

    @risusrules

    4 ай бұрын

    Sure beats modern engineers slipping in planned obsolescence on everything nowadays! Why it will always be a viable solution to own and maintain these beauties IMHO.

  • @firemanj35
    @firemanj354 ай бұрын

    Pete, it's an absolute pleasure watching you explain the who, what, where, and why of how all this works. Thanks for another great video

  • @MrFarmer110
    @MrFarmer1104 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Pete, these videos have been a real blessing for me. Your ability to explain things in a simple, and straightforward manner has made it possible for me to effective badly needed repairs on my own tractor with confidence. I look forward to seeing the rest of this series and I hope you'll be willing to do more in the future as well.

  • @ppi8922
    @ppi8922Ай бұрын

    I have to watch the second half later. Its really a great video so far and when you said "delightful exercise" I really enjoyed that. Thanks Pete!

  • @RatdogDRB
    @RatdogDRB4 ай бұрын

    You have lots of peace of mind going on there, Pete. Digging deeper, you KNOW what you have now. Good stuff Kemosabe.

  • @oldpolak5203
    @oldpolak52034 ай бұрын

    This video gives me a new appreciation for watchmakers from back in the day , remarkable precision

  • @Rumblestrip
    @Rumblestrip4 ай бұрын

    Reminder... Blue locktite for the counter shaft bolts on the front of the housing Pete. Also main shaft bolts, same side... 8 total. Thanks for the video, as always. Nice to wake up to getting my brain a little mental exercise.

  • @williamlindsay987
    @williamlindsay9874 ай бұрын

    Pete, another home run! You have a great easy going and very patient style of teaching and sharing in all you choose to put in your videos, thanks for all you do. Keep up the great work.😃😃

  • @cernestom76
    @cernestom764 ай бұрын

    I love your videos … I know nothing about farming let alone tractors but your humor … you remind me of my uncle … thank you for uploading your wonderful content.

  • @peterhodgkins6985
    @peterhodgkins69854 ай бұрын

    As a life long 'fixit' guy, these videos fascinate me. Understanding of the equipment and its inner workings is obviously essential for proper assembly. I think you got it down, Pete! ;) Thanks for the addendum! The visual aids are terrific!

  • @dmark6699
    @dmark66994 ай бұрын

    I like to see someone who loves their hobby and does it very well.

  • @Hughvet
    @Hughvet4 ай бұрын

    I can't thank you enough! It is a pleasure to listen and learn something new even though I will never tear down and rebuild a TA. Blessings to you and your family.

  • @rayyoung7780
    @rayyoung77804 ай бұрын

    OK Pete. Don’t forget that lock tight. 😁 Now my job is done. You have a great day.

  • @Dan-qy1rg
    @Dan-qy1rg4 ай бұрын

    You've given us a lot of information to digest, good job. While I didn't fully understand all the specifics of the TA, I get the basic concept of how it works and interacts. I am a person that understand more when I see it rather than read or told it. I commend your patience and steadfast resolve to get this process done. Thanks for your explanation on this very complicated process. I hope your day is good! Reminder List: Don't forget to pull the retainer on the counter shaft and main shaft, to put Loctite on the bolts.

  • @hoophil
    @hoophil4 ай бұрын

    "Delightful Exercise" that was good! I love your restoration videos and you are amazing at explaining things. Still a great teacher! Thank you!

  • @tommywise1702
    @tommywise17024 ай бұрын

    I will never do this job, but i love the mechanical action and old time knowledge. Enginering excellence.

  • @oledavec
    @oledavec4 ай бұрын

    Pleasantly amazed again, Pete, from a very non-mechanic. Loved your comment, "Goes together easily - if you remember all the parts" or to that effect. Right. Thanks as always.

  • @Volfandt
    @Volfandt4 ай бұрын

    Enjoying your rebuild. Splitting tractors and rebuilding their internal mechanical workings tain't for the faint of heart. Carry On. 👍

  • @douglasbergmann6161
    @douglasbergmann61614 ай бұрын

    Should you ever wish to stay a bit busier, you’d make an amazing FFA teacher or mentor. You are awesome.

  • @ShawnPeterson-ep3je
    @ShawnPeterson-ep3je4 ай бұрын

    These restore videos are my favorite! You do such a nice slow and descriptive process. . I too rebuild old tractors that I farm with. . Thanks for your diligence.

  • @geofantasia1
    @geofantasia14 ай бұрын

    I'm resurrecting a Super C and enjoy your tutorial's immensely. I am more impressed with how you manage to accomplish all that you do with only a hammer and a 9/16 open end wrench and all in only 25 minutes !!!😜

  • @marycalderon3837
    @marycalderon38374 ай бұрын

    I’ve never been a mechanic but I find this interesting and will continue watching and can’t wait to see this old tractor run like new.

  • @kevinkemler1367
    @kevinkemler13674 ай бұрын

    Hi Pete! My wife, Laura, and I watch your videos at dinner time so I have to wait to watch with her. Sorry to mess up your video metrics… we love the mechanical videos as well as the animal care. Laura’s Dad was a farmer too and many things you do and share remind her of him. He passed in 2021.

  • @tylerbarrett6652
    @tylerbarrett66524 ай бұрын

    This is incredibly fascinating - but it dawns on me that this tech is fairly old. They came up with this I don't know how many decades ago - all of our more recent tech advances are geared more toward reducing emissions rather than designing new ways to leverage force and get better numbers using physics. I'm still hoping they will get to designs that are maintenance friendly. Thanks for sharing this project with us - I love to learn how things actually work.

  • @SODAK2276
    @SODAK22764 ай бұрын

    Thanks Pete. It is nice of you to take your time to go through this with us. I find it very interesting!

  • @loregordon1778
    @loregordon17784 ай бұрын

    I can’t imagine how much extra work there was for you to line up the camera to capture every shot of each step of this restoration. In my mind it was double work, but I really appreciate that. You memorialized all the steps because from an engineering standpoint it is remarkable, and your knowledge of all these parts is also completely amazing.

  • @LukeLong-oi4uc
    @LukeLong-oi4uc4 ай бұрын

    I thoroughly enjoy your mechanical videos, super informative. I made a living working on equipment and I’m still learning new things everyday. I’ve owned tractors with torque amplifiers in the past but I never got into them, but was always curious as to how they actually worked. I also enjoy you explaining how they work on paper, which makes it easier to understand. You probably never figured that you would be a teacher! Lol you’re a pretty good one!! Thanks for all you do. Blessings!

  • @justinauman5438
    @justinauman54384 ай бұрын

    Pete your knowledge and patience continue to amaze me in your videos keep them coming can’t wait to see the finished product and watch this tractor work

  • @user-ee9eb4he9o
    @user-ee9eb4he9o4 ай бұрын

    I love all your videos. I think you are trying to step back some. I love watching you use old equipment and renovations of equipment. I would love to own one of your rebuilt tractors. Thanks you for doing these videos . Old goat

  • @matthewnasci2646
    @matthewnasci26464 ай бұрын

    It's hard to express my thoughts in a short comment. Excellent, excellent video Pete. I thoroughly enjoyed the appendices, especially the diagram and teaching of the transfer of power. Your videos on the restorations have terrific explanations. They are structured and comprehensive and you have me hooked with them. You have proved that with patience, research, fair mechanical ability, and a little ingenuity nearly anyone could do what you've shown here. And there is always the allure of staying til the end to see the tractor making smoke in the fields again. Best of luck to you and don't pinch your fingers.

  • @levesquejp4964
    @levesquejp49644 ай бұрын

    Petes chirurgical hand 💪🏻

  • @johnsandell4501
    @johnsandell45014 ай бұрын

    Enjoy seeing you in your happy place!!!👍👍👍

  • @Telephony954
    @Telephony9544 ай бұрын

    I'm really glad to see someone care enough to do a thorough job of a tough task. well done. Be well.

  • @paulc3719
    @paulc37194 ай бұрын

    it never occurred to me before watching this particular video, but there’s obviously a lot of crossover in the skill set between your clock, fixing and transmissions. You’re a master at both. Pete, don’t forget the blue Loctite .

  • @dannyb.9721
    @dannyb.97214 ай бұрын

    Your skill as a mechanic is unquestionable, but along with that, your ability of explanation of the processes is a talent most do not have. One of my favorite channels and I look forward to all your videos. God bless you and your family.

  • @eastafrica1020
    @eastafrica10204 ай бұрын

    Excellent video. I didn't realise that I was going to enjoy this series this much. When I take things apart, they never seem to go back together again as easily as when you do it.

  • @jimamundsen7029
    @jimamundsen70294 ай бұрын

    Watching how smooth those gears mesh upon reassembly has to be a great feeling. Thanks Pete. Great video.

  • @Kadible
    @Kadible4 ай бұрын

    Thank you Master Mechanic Pete. Very well done!

  • @hunterprowsemrereviews9141
    @hunterprowsemrereviews91414 ай бұрын

    The IH TA was a big problem for John Deere for a lot of years lol. Because when John Deere got into a tough pull and would peter out on pulling power and stall, IH could pull a lever, and split the gear they’re in, in half and pull through the tough spot, and keep on going lol. This was usually used while plowing. I tell you the TA is one fascinating piece of IH engineering, and in 1954 when it first came out in the Super M, the engineers at IH were some of the most brilliant minds in the entire Ag Industry. Even today the TA remains a big mystery to a lot of people, and yeah you have people that love the TA, and you got people that hate the TA and delete them out, but to me, the TA means you always have that edge over other brands, because no other brand can have it. It’s one more reason IH is the best even today still. And it’s one more reason John Deere was always behind IH as a Ag manufacturing giant.

  • @redrockroger
    @redrockroger4 ай бұрын

    You are amazing!!! How you remember how all this goes back together is phenomenal ! I am *really* enjoy this rebuild, and of course all the farm related videos. Keep doing what you are doing.

  • @ThomasDrehfal
    @ThomasDrehfal4 ай бұрын

    Put simply: "Wow, very cool"! I really enjoyed this! Thank you!

  • @wileycoyotesr8623
    @wileycoyotesr86234 ай бұрын

    Pete, this video tutorial series is fascinating. It's obvious you spend time thinking about each segment within the video's and then setting up your camera. You're good at this. 👍👍👍

  • @mikederrick4710
    @mikederrick47104 ай бұрын

    I spent many an hour operating a 856. My favorite tractor. I always wondered what the TA looked like and how it worked. Pete great job!

  • @user-ee9eb4he9o
    @user-ee9eb4he9o4 ай бұрын

    Manure spreader renovation was super. Beautiful job. Thanks. This was probably the only manure restoration on the internet. Olgoat

  • @wademizelle3433
    @wademizelle34334 ай бұрын

    As always, simply great teaching and learning video. I look forward to the next one. Thanks

  • @rickkoshak4919
    @rickkoshak49194 ай бұрын

    Thanks Pete . Enjoyed your video!

  • @dkgtrimble
    @dkgtrimble4 ай бұрын

    I've just spent a few hours this morning reconstructing child's hearing and tympanic membrane after cholesteatoma removal but wasn't as complicated as this TA reassembly. Well done Pete

  • @JustaFewAcresFarm

    @JustaFewAcresFarm

    4 ай бұрын

    Wow!

  • @byronmcgee4118
    @byronmcgee41184 ай бұрын

    Very, very cool…

  • @christinegreen7120
    @christinegreen71204 ай бұрын

    Brilliant. Many thanks for posting. You're a great teacher Simon in Australia

  • @joseph.2790
    @joseph.27904 ай бұрын

    I have been watching You since you have a 2nd video on YT. And to this day - You are inspiriation! I know, it's huge different between "agri" in USA and EU, but in essence it's same - good food, healthy living way and beauty. You know... there is no money to pay coffe in the morning on the terrace and watching cattle. ❤🍻🤠

  • @chrisbrackett9779
    @chrisbrackett97794 ай бұрын

    26:18 watching you do this rebuild reminds me how much I MISS GETTING MY HANDS GREASY. Watching these gears spinning around knowing you’ve gotten everything done just right. I really miss it. Thanks for sharing these videos, good memories of twisting wrenches came flooding back to me..❤❤❤

  • @JohnyAngelo
    @JohnyAngelo4 ай бұрын

    god damn theres so much engineering that goes into one of these things and they are even considered simple by today's standards...

  • @deanbarr5740
    @deanbarr57404 ай бұрын

    Enjoying this Pete. Wished I had your talents. Good job.

  • @ianclarke4660
    @ianclarke46604 ай бұрын

    Excellent video Pete. Your appendices are also very good. You are to be congratulated on your knowledge and I liked your use of the diagram.

  • @Old-bold-pilot
    @Old-bold-pilot4 ай бұрын

    Fantastic video. Cheers. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @thomasbaranowski5068
    @thomasbaranowski50684 ай бұрын

    good episode

  • @SeanONeill13
    @SeanONeill134 ай бұрын

    Very impressive!

  • @markploof
    @markploof4 ай бұрын

    Pete, you may not need to be told this but a foam pad or even a small piece of cardboard on the concrete floor is heaven for your knees😊

  • @bobtuckosh9870
    @bobtuckosh98704 ай бұрын

    Very informative video, and enjoyed watching it.

  • @bobpayne6949
    @bobpayne69494 ай бұрын

    excellent video!!!!!!!!!! Just call you Mr Goodwrench!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @user-kd4jm7dz1r
    @user-kd4jm7dz1r4 ай бұрын

    Very well explained Pete! Thinking about going through my ford 1220. Runs great but needs a little love.

  • @AndrewHCann
    @AndrewHCann4 ай бұрын

    Excellent video Pete :) also very good information about 856 Farmall T/A and very interesting too 👍! Like excellent explanation how go together in steps and much more! Don't forget Blue Lock Tight get couple tubes worth so have lots on hand and when needed also for back of T/A need ! Plus Happy St. Valentines Day February 14 2024 2024 to Pete :) and Hilary plus everyone and hope all ladies get lots surprises too!

  • @larrykrise3609
    @larrykrise36094 ай бұрын

    hi pete.you are one awsome ,smart man.remembering all those parts and where they go,enjoy watching you.larry in indiana

  • @stevehaken
    @stevehaken4 ай бұрын

    Really nice to have someone to talk to like Joe who has done this before...

  • @davesizemore2160
    @davesizemore21604 ай бұрын

    Thanks again Pete I'm learning a bunch!

  • @malcolmthomas9953
    @malcolmthomas99534 ай бұрын

    Great Pete thanks for walking us thought the tractor rebuild , keep them coming mate 👍

  • @stuartsplace100
    @stuartsplace1004 ай бұрын

    Watched yesterday Pete on my flat screen,awesome vid

  • @autodidactin
    @autodidactin4 ай бұрын

    I realized, as you were nesting all those gears together, how visually beautiful they are!😍

  • @garystandiford9340
    @garystandiford93404 ай бұрын

    Fascinating video. All the explanations as you go along are great! Thank you sir!

  • @tommybounds3220
    @tommybounds32204 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the video.

  • @jddodge
    @jddodge4 ай бұрын

    Great video Pete!!

  • @CharlesElliott-wj6bs
    @CharlesElliott-wj6bs4 ай бұрын

    No cussing and no tool's flying are you sure you did this right 😀. Great video.

  • @deanwegren2961
    @deanwegren29614 ай бұрын

    Had fun watching!!! Glad you did it!!!

  • @jippel1
    @jippel14 ай бұрын

    What a amazing job pete👌🏻cheers from down under 🇦🇺

  • @bhurley5243
    @bhurley52434 ай бұрын

    Pete.... great video!!

  • @oldspokes
    @oldspokes4 ай бұрын

    Very interesting thanks for the detailed vid.

  • @MrBurr1960
    @MrBurr19604 ай бұрын

    Thank you pete for sharing these rebuild videos i just ❤ old ih tractors.😊

  • @gerard9128
    @gerard91284 ай бұрын

    Love the you all I’m looking forward to more

  • @joeymortenson5827
    @joeymortenson58274 ай бұрын

    Thank you Pete for the great step by step on putting the ta and transmission together it is very help full.

  • @steveschweiger6569
    @steveschweiger65694 ай бұрын

    Great video Pete. Made when America was building great products. Thanks for the memories.

  • @dlzastera
    @dlzastera4 ай бұрын

    Wow that was the best ever Pete.

  • @charleselertii6187
    @charleselertii61874 ай бұрын

    Wow Pete!

  • @timdreiling227
    @timdreiling2274 ай бұрын

    Pete great video you should be a teacher for tractor repair I learned a lot on the TA thank you. Tim

  • @jamesmorrison1884
    @jamesmorrison18844 ай бұрын

    Awesome Pete you have a great day.

  • @tylerbarrett6652
    @tylerbarrett66524 ай бұрын

    Okay - I was looking to see how the counter shaft would still drive the tractor in the forward gears because, of course, the counter shaft is the reverse shaft (for those of us who don't deal with these tractors). You answered it, so thanks for that - OH, and don't forget to remove those 8 bolts one at a time on those retainer plates and add the blue locktite (lol).

  • @Dexterity_Jones
    @Dexterity_Jones4 ай бұрын

    Interesting episode mate, honestly seems like a fantastic way to spend a cold winter day.