Almost time for spreading. I'm fascinated to see this thing in action. It's amazing to think this was the combine harvester of the 1890's. The height of 19th century agricultural hardware. I can imagine a farmer bringing one home, all proud, knowing he'll save his time allowing him to focus more on less menial tasks apart from fertilizing his field. It's easy to forget the potential personal stories that these objects carry, long forgotten and buried like their previous users.

@Cheggley45

23 күн бұрын

I remember vividly farmers in the area where I was raised spreading manure with a tractor pulling the spreader. Never saw a horse drawn one in working order! But my dad, brothers and their dad used horse drawn farm equipment until after WWII when my dad bought two little gray and red Ford tractors!

I'm always amazed at just how well some of these antique machines were designed and engineered. With the primitive tooling and the fact that it was trial and error stuff. Even if ithe machine seems primitive by today's standards. And today's machinery is never going to survive and be restored in a hundred years. The old-timers were really smart!

@allangoodger969

25 күн бұрын

Yep, the "KISS" Keep It Simple Stupid principle at work. The fewer moving parts you have the less that can go wrong.

@WeeShoeyDugless

25 күн бұрын

Yep, looking at that spreader and the brand new spreader I used to use as a youngster back in the late 60s, early 70s, there's not a whole lot of difference in the mechanism!! Dave, as usual, is doing a fabulous job of restoring what was a pile of kindling, masterclass!! 👍🏻👍🏻👌🏻

@snappers_antique_firearms

25 күн бұрын

You should see the Engineering that went into firearms even as early as the 1840s. These guys were Geniuses there are some very complex but Elegant Solutions that still work to this day.

@jacilynns6330

25 күн бұрын

Back in hose days everything was designed by an engineer on paper, all the parts bolts nuts etc. what you don’t see is all the work that went into making all the steel and cast parts. At that time all of it was made in one place. And the molds were made of handshapped wood for castings. Today much is done by computer and , let’s be honest, new vehicles are pieces of absolute crap, and don’t last a quarter as long.

@allangoodger969

25 күн бұрын

@@snappers_antique_firearms If you want to see some mechanical inspiration. Have a look at the construction of the Whitbread steam engine built by James Watt and Matthew Boulton. This engine was built in 1785 and is still going today. It is housed in the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney

Watching the build is so relaxing that I find myself dozing off and having to rewind five minutes every now-and-again.

@jrhalabamacustoms5673

25 күн бұрын

Definitely a therapeutic channel! One of the few I look forward to.

Dave, your "side" projects are as engaging as your main one! Thank you for the great videos!

One thing for sure is they weren't shy about colors on their equipment back then. 🙂

Who would have thought a machine for spraying manure over a field could be so interesting

That spreader is looking great. I really like the black iron work against the red and yellow wood. She will be a beauty when you are done.

Thinking that is gonna be the prettiest and smoothest running spreader in all of Montana when you get done with it.

Those type of Bushings are always oversized by a few thousandths, bc they're meant to be shrink/interference fit into the hubs. You're supposed to bore the hubs to the nominal size for the bore then you either heat the hub or freeze the Bushing with dry ice or liquid nitrogen then you press it in place with an Arbor or Hydraulic Press.

That spreader, it was like a junkyard car after it's eighth owner... But dang if it's not like it just rolled out of the store now, amazing work sir, cheers!

This episode like many others from the Engles Coach Shop reminds me that an efficient workshop can never have enough clamps :)

No matter how proud the farmer who bought that spreader new, he still had to load it, one pitch fork at a time. Great video.

@olivei2484

25 күн бұрын

Beats unloading a stone boat by hand. But, thats what kids are for.

@clarencegreen3071

24 күн бұрын

I learned the finer points of "haulin' manure" about 65 years ago on a hillside farm in east TN. We had no mechanical apparatus. It was pitch forks all the way.

@bigun447

24 күн бұрын

@@olivei2484 Kids today doing what we kids did for the family business would be called Slave Labor.

@ronmccabe7164

5 күн бұрын

Uncle Oscar always told me that manure is the heaviest stuff in the world - even elephants can't hold it!

That's an amazing change from the bits of scrap you started with.

Well Dave , this thing is giving you some head scratching time , beautiful bit of kit . Looking forward to the next one 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Thanks for inviting me along on the magical trip of rebuilding the manure wagon. God Bless you and Mrs. Engels.

Great work, I am an agricultural machinery mechanic myself, I am watching you from Germany and it is so much fun to watch you.

It's very enjoyable to see the progress from the rather beaten pile in the field to where it is now.

I've enjoyed the entire journey of this amazing rebuild.

Frankly, I was a tad surprised that Dave didn't take advantage of the gap between bushings to sneak a piece of lamp wick in there to hold oil. That is the closest I can come to a critique after watching most, if not all, of the goings-on in the Coach Shop. Most of the time, I just watch slack-jawed and drooling on myself while the realization sinks in that compared to Dave, I'm a semi-skilled hack, at best. Dave proves that artistry combined with craftsmanship is indiscernible from magic.

You may have expected more but I got exactly what I expected. I got educated and entertained. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.🙂🙂

I've been wondering about the drive mechanism. It's neat to see it coming together.

somebody was pretty proud of that when they bought it neibours envey

I always under estimate the time needed. Stay safe and we'll see you next time.

I hope that you will be showing us this machine in operation. It looks great and I’m sure it’ll work just as good as it looks. Great job thanks for sharing. Slainte.

Dave , you have that gear train working so smooth , just like the designers envisioned , they would be proud and so am I to see the care you take in all of your work . Thanks for taking us along on the ride .

Hi Dave, and Diane, not the first time I've seen you machining, but I always enjoy watching. It's interesting to see the process to make parts work properly again. You are most definitely a one stop shop. Thank you for sharing, and take care.⚙

@dougvanallen2212

25 күн бұрын

Hey Dave could you possibly put a wick in between the two bushings to hold the oil really great job thanks for bringing us along

This project is fascinating. The lack of precision, due to the material being spread on the field, does not detract from the ingenuity of the mechanics. Great videos Dave, Thanks

This is clearly one of your best after hours projects. Am very much enjoying your progress.

When you first started talking about a manure spreader I thought this is the first project I’m probably not going to watch. But it has been a very interesting journey!

This project seemed like it was impossible from the pile of scrap when you started. But it sure is turning out nice.

By bushing those soft cast iron gears and sprocket, you have given them a longer life. Thanks for sharing your “adventures” into the tech of yesteryear.

Yup! I'd replace those yellow boards from the bottom where you have easy access to the bolts because the apron is sagging just enough to get your hands inside the box. 💖🌞🌵😷

It is functioning flawlessly !! Looks Great !!!

Actually got to see one of these spreaders in action this weekend near Millersburg Ohio. Amish using three horses to pull it. Wife wanted me to stop so she could take a picture lol. Yours look like it came from the dealership Dave!

Always a pleasure...thanks for sharing

I'd thread that oil hole and put a little thumb stud in it. Your oil reserve is gonna sling out an open hole and oil everything but what you want it to.

Dave, your attention to detail, I’m sure, far exceeds anything the original builders put into it. Your work is always flawless and beautiful. That’s something I never thought I’d say about a manure spreader!

I can recall the number of times I, too, had to machine parts and add bushings to compensate for worn parts. It is fun to watch you make things work as if they were new.

Very impressed with your attention to details, thanks again Dave and Diane.

What a privilege it is to watch a fine craftsman at work, the tone of your voice... Can't wait to see it in action....

Those Bushings worked out really well, and with the sideboards on she's looking pretty good!. thanks for sharing!. ECF

I understand the situation of not getting as much done as you hoped for. Back in 2007, I had a bleeding ulcer nearly take me out. It wrecked my stamina and I had a hard time adjusting to my limitations. I was advised to learn to set goals that I could easily reach with bonus goals for the times when I had a little more energy. Reaching a goal was nice and if I was able to reach a bonus goal was like icing on the cake.

I truly appreciate your skill and attention to details. You sir are a fine craftsman, and a pleasure to watch!👍🏻

Cheers from sunny warm Virginia y'all!

At least it's not covered in used grass. :)

That Big Press of yours make quick work either straightening or pressing bushings. Awesome Machine. The gear fits like a glove. I am amazed at the way this beautiful machine/wagon is coming together from all the busted & broken pieces of wood you started with. It is looking really nice.

Dave you really have your finger on the pulse of your projects,color choice,fastener placement and controlled modified patena, thank you for all your efforts🤗😎🤗😎

good job Dave we are getting close till next time thanks

Looking great. Seems like it'll be in the field before too long.

Bushing those gears was cool 😎 The Manure Spreader looks like new

The worlds most beautiful manure spreader will be happily flinging manure soon, great job!

Sure is going to be a great spreader! I think it should be in a museum, and not covered with manure!

Just think when that was delivered or picked up by the farmer or rancher. You'd be the talk of the town or county.....that is one fine piece of machinery !

That has to be the smartest muck spreader ever. nice job.

It's great thanks

For such a humble use, that spreader is very sophisticated. I don't want to see it getting dirty, it's too good looking.

I remember helping my dad build Wooden Gates and I always had to Soap the Screws because that was when we only had a Yankee Screwdriver!

Dave, what a work of art that manure spreader is.

As an old retired tool & die maker started off in machine shop that in earlier years was run on overhead line shaft, I can imagine watching these gears being turned for first time on lathe using this type of set up. Good job on your fix for wobbly gears!

Only here do we get to see a Manure spreader turned into a piece of mechanical art. I have no doubt it will now operate better than it did from the factory.

I so admire YOUR WORK AND EXPLANATIONS of all YOU do.

It’s been some time since I have seen a HSS cutter used on a boring bar! But nice job, it looks to pretty for it’s ultimate use!

Am so looking forward to everything on this manure spreader .Enjoy everything on your channel. Thanks Dave andDiane

It's looking lovely, Dave! Your customer is going to be very happy.

Those self-lubricating bearings are great. Also known as 'sintered' bronze, they are pressed together from copper/brass particles with a light oil that becomes trapped in between where it gets released over time. As a machine designer, I've specified them in countless applications. Very long lasting too.

It be lookin great, looks like one my Grandfather used when I was a wee lad.

It is a modern marvel compared to hand shovaling! It will be kept in this condition but it would be great to see it operate! It’s a museum piece. Another great Engles Tuesday! Thanxz

The gears on that are probably tighter now than when it was new. It’s looking good.

Thanks Dave

I look forward each week to watching your magic on rust and wind worn wood, if any is there. This project is looking better and better! Haaaaaaa ... after its done and working you can have a side hustle renting it to politicians. Instead of speechifying they can just load it up and drive around. Pert near the same thing. Bwooohahahahaha ... You are a fine craftsman. Keep the vids coming.

Nothing like the satisfaction of a job well done, and the respect for the original builders/designers for the functionality.....too bad this thought process does not transcend to current times more often.....just saying.

You've made that gear better than new. The last time it ran that well? I'd say it never ran that well. It didn't have self lubricating bronze bushings, so it was probably never that smooth.

What a fascinating machine. It does make you wonder how many injuries and even deaths have been caused over the years these things were in use.

Dave, you are the master of basketcases.

c'est un travail de restauration et de mémoire de nos anciens superbe. Merci pour tout. C'est aussi un travail pédagogique particulièrement intéressant pour les générations à venir qui seront revenus à la traction animale faute de pétrole.

Love the paint job!

nicely done

That casting runs amazing true!

I like the way you chose to repair the gear bores, you got the fits spot on,nice job. Like they say on projects, shoot for the moon, if you don’t make it at least you end up among the stars. Thanks for the update,enjoyed watching.

Really satisfying to see that gear mechanism run so smooth and quiet. Had same thought about using the bushings gap as oil reservoir!

Great job. Thank you 😊

Perfectionis so hard to find. Time doesn’t matter.

Wow woodworking and machine shop stuff all in one video ... who knew. Fantastic work on this project. It's amazing how you know or resourced the "where everything goes" in this project.

Looks good Dave. Progress is moving right along. I enjoy watching everything come back together. Stay safe.

Great work on the gears and the side rails, all is looking good and working great too. Thanks for sharing with us Dave , excellent work. Coming right along. Fred.

It's becoming a nice piece of equipment. Better then new I would think.

That thing becomes so nice, feels wrong to take it to its intended use. When You started with a pile of rust and firewood I thought "good riddens". And now it really is pretty. Grüße aus der alten Heimat!

Здравствуйте привет из Нижнего как всё хорошо получается вот лювтов нет как здорово всё подогнали что сказать на все руки мастер золотые руки спасибо большое за ваше видео жду продолжения да хранит вас всех господь и хорошего здоровья Нижний Новгород Юра

*- Dave; Thanks for taking the slack out with the busing refits. That slop bothered me no end, too.*

Thanks

A thing of beauty is a joy forever; even in a muck spreader.

Looks great! If you had showed up at the blacksmiths shop back in the day with a Makita you would have been a miracle worker or a demon!

Does the State Fair have a category for antique farm equipment? This could be a candidate for a blue ribbon.

It's looking great Dave. Always a pleasure to see your work. Thank you.

I was thinking that you made a lot of progress. This is your project so I'd guess you can go as fast or slow as you want. I'm greatly enjoying the series. Looks so much different than the sad pile with which you started.

Great progress. It's a marathon, not a sprint.

FANTASTIC WORK ! You never stop amazing me ! Love your videos ! THANK YOU ! 😊

A comment to help with the algorithm. (Yes, I had to look up the spelling) Awesome to see how it all works. Maybe to late now, but a gap between the upper, and lower side board to help with wood expansion would have been better.

I sure hope you show the wheel rebuild and the tounge.

Im about to retire or something like that, I've worked with my hands all my life and enjoyed it for the most part. I would love to spend time with you watching and learning and maybe helping if you would be so kind. But im not so close to do so. Live in a town in Ontario Canada, watching and learning from your video's, witch are top notch. Can't wait to see the complete spreader, hope to see it running. Keep up the great work my friend.