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@coleconiff3191

3 жыл бұрын

How many hours would this job take me? Give me weeks 🤣

@fls360

3 жыл бұрын

12 hrs seems about right.

@michaelevans1499

3 жыл бұрын

16 hrs for just the job, + 4 for video.

@randytravis3998

3 жыл бұрын

just a guess I would say 12 too 14 hrs to do that job ,,me it would take 2 weeks just to think about doing that job ,,i am still trying to think how to get in the center of the ring ,, i like how you had the jig too check your fit of the new segments ,, Homeless toy has held up .. my 2 dogs mix , boxer and husky with a bit of pit .. there brothers from the same litter ,, they destroy there toys ,tug of war with stuffed toys ,, when there done looks like a crime scene toy guts all over ,, thank you for taking the time to put a video out every week , love watching them , 6 days 23 hours till the next video .. ugh good thing i can re watch old videos

@velhallendale1237

3 жыл бұрын

Best part of a day at least, guessing 8-10 hours once parts arrived

I never thought I would be able to complete this repair properly, but I would just like to say that after watching this video a few times I finished my first circle today. All measurements were bang on. Thank you CEE!!!

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

Жыл бұрын

Hey mate just seen this comment, that is awesome glad the video helped 😎👊

@user-tr2dh4xx6u

Жыл бұрын

yeah i am very impressed how hes got the techniques and knowledge of heavy machinery and always does a perfect job, he is truly dedicated to his craft

I cannot believe that I am actually sitting here for hours on end watching someone repairing heavy equipment, but I am. Excellent vids, keep up the good work.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

2 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching!

@tomgottshalk2747

Жыл бұрын

I do the same thing. Just watching this guy gives me some confidence to get into household repairs. Great stuff.

going to just say this i have been cutting steal with fire for 15 years and that is some of the cleanest hand cutting i have seen. 👍

Really cool operation. Thanks for the video. I’m 51 and don’t ever recall getting teary eyed of a coat rack/ key chain holder. So many good people in the world.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching mate, yeah that was such a thoughtful and generous gift

You could give I C Weld a run for his money with the torch, good stuff Kurtis and Mrs. K

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate I dunno about that Isaac is legendary with his torch work 😎👊💥

@samwest9444

3 жыл бұрын

#TorchNorris

@nineoclockhero

3 жыл бұрын

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering I don't think any decent welder could knock the finish on that gear 👌👍

@scottsmall9898

3 жыл бұрын

I've been watching you for over 6 months and have been blown away by how steady you are when you use your torch. I'm a millwright and would love to have someone as smooth as you are on my team.

@leonbeeke4857

3 жыл бұрын

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering he is, you also, but he is the f...king master with his torch, oh i get my sweater today, great! only i have to pay tax the same, fu..k basterds.

9 thousand views and 225 comments in one hour....fantastic......we love you here in the States...cheers, Paul

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Paul! Yeah absolutely crazy we will keep the vids coming for our awesome viewers 😎👊💥

I like how you show how the part your fixing is actually used and where on a machine it goes, gives context! Keep up the great videos!

I always like the detailed intro/explanation Kurtis delivers. The introduction allows one to wrap ones head around the project.

I need a "don't send me dirty shit" coffee mug or something

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Will add that to the merch ideas!

@mauserkk98

3 жыл бұрын

Plus 2 here !

@Dmenbiker

3 жыл бұрын

Add me to the list please...

@edwinhsingmaster9135

3 жыл бұрын

I'd guessing you'd better get your order in week's before Warren@ Western truck and tractor hears of them. Bad fire near him, say a prayer.

@joseywales3789

3 жыл бұрын

I'd order 2 too! In fact I'd order 2 that says "send me all of your dirt shit..... I need loads of dirty shit!"

The little fella really likes that ball, amazed It's still in one piece.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

not going to last much longer I'd say

@SeanBZA

3 жыл бұрын

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering Might still be partly there by next Friday. BIL had a similar brindle, he gave him some old fabric belt motorcycle tyres, with the beads cut out, as chew toys. Those lasted around 6 months before he destroyed them.

@jenksify

3 жыл бұрын

It didn't come with a handy carrying handle so he made one. Problem solved.

Caterpillar should design the ring as a separate piece that is indexable for maximum life and bolt-on replaceability. But given its current design, your jig is the perfect solution. And your work is is top notch, no doubt.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

No money in that though 😂👍

@gumwap1

3 жыл бұрын

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering lol! Touché Cheers

The respect you have for your job shows. No corners cut. Absolutely perfect prep and execution. A real pleasure to watch.

my god this man's talent knows no bounds

It never ceases to amaze me. No matter how flogged out and rooted something is when it arrives, it always looks new when it leaves. Top job.

What I like about this guy is he always pays attention to detail and he takes pride in his work 🇬🇧👍👍👍👍

After about 43 years in the sawmill. Millwright and truck shop. It’s so nice just to kick back and watch someone else do the work. I enjoy the videos thanks.

In the after pan shot around 20:18 I can’t tell where the seams between segments are! Amazing work

Your freehand cutting is unreal, I've cut with oxy and acetylene torchs and cutting a line with no guides and not missing that line hardly at all is hard as hell. Love this channel.

Like my uncle used to say, “look at that, like it was born there!” Top job.

@gabrielecossettini2923

3 жыл бұрын

Even in Italy we say something like that!

@reprapmlp

2 жыл бұрын

"just like a bought one!"

Curtis, I have determined that you are an old world craftsman. I am continuously impressed by your wide knowledge and your sill. These two things keep me coming back to your channel. The relationship between you and your wife is just adds frosting to the cake. Her skill as a cinematographer and editor is impressive so it is easy to predict a long and prosperous KZread career, thank you guys very much!

Yet another great CEE video - Thank you. Always great to see a truly skilled craftsman at work. Also - Shout out to Karen - some nice video work & editing. Thanks again.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Hey mate thanks for watching and supporting we both appreciate it

As a tradesman myself I appreciate being able to watch another tradesman with similar pride in his work, despite it being a mechanical trade. (Electrical Fitter)

First thing I noticed was the issues with the tape measure. I'm a retired machinest from Indiana, USA. I've used a carpenters folding ruler for many years. Measuring inside dimensions is easier with one. Tape measures are good most of the time too. Really appreciate your content. Like you're 4 legend friend as well. George from Indiana USA

@douglasweller9709

Жыл бұрын

Yes , I like a ruler for that type measurement. I work in metric and give the rulers out to people I train as a gift for attending the meeting.

We do a couple of things hose rings a month at work . We have a gig we hook a track burner up to for making the cuts . Never seen it done by hand before. Thanks for videos !!

Pseudo free-handing the Oxycutting had me all kinds of spooked. I could never have gotten such nice cuts. Experience and a steady hand definitely counts.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

hey mate thanks for watching yeah I've had my fair share of practice

@andrewallen9993

3 жыл бұрын

I could not possibly have done that that well by hand! Plasma cutter held in a circumscriber or I would have told the kuka robot to do it! Brilliantly steady hand sir!

@CGT80

2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewallen9993 I suck at cutting freehand as well, so I built a cnc plasma table. I can rip plywood with a cordless circular saw or cut drywall with a knife freehand down a chalkline and stay +/- 1/16" or a mm or so of the line, but don't ask me to draw or cut a nice line with a single pointed tool.

@andrewallen9993

2 жыл бұрын

@@CGT80 I can beat your accuracy with a hand saw but would definitely not Match you with a hand held power tool 🙂

@CGT80

2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewallen9993 A hand tool gives you more time to be accurate and it depends on whether you want more accuracy or speed. You probably have a lot of practice with a hand saw just like I have a lot of practice with a cordless saw. My cuts are slow enough to be accurate but still get the job done quickly and when I don't need as much accuracy I will cut faster to get done. Once in a while I will use a straight edge, panel saw, or table saw, but I prefer to use fewer tools and spend less time....taking the easy way out, especially since most of my work is on job sites rather than in a shop.

Dam..that’s some great torch work there Kurtis.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

@markfoster6110

3 жыл бұрын

He does his best work in the dark !!

@bostedtap8399

3 жыл бұрын

Spot on

Prime example of why it is a brilliant carrier choice. No university debt. Own your own business Work according to your schedule Interesting work A craftsman.I bet this guy is happy, minimal debt, high wages. Well done young man.

Bonjour ,nous habitons dans l'Est de la France ,en Moselle exactement ,et nous sommes en admirations devant vos vidéos, vos travaux ,votre ambition ..etc... bravo à vous ,bonne continuation et merci !! 👏

Very impressive work my friend. I was especially impressed with the smooth cuts you made with the torch as you began the project. Looked damn near like you cut the teeth out with a band saw. Tremendous job and fascinating to watch. Skilled craftsmen always make even the most difficult projects look easy. Well done Kurtis...well done.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Paul thanks mate glad you enjoyed this one. Cheers, Kurtis

@edwinhsingmaster9135

3 жыл бұрын

The cutting torch looked small for the thickness of the metal. All in your technique and a very steady hand. Well done!👍

@Simon-ho6ly

2 жыл бұрын

@@edwinhsingmaster9135 ive always preferred the smallest tightest torch flame i can get away with, more control usually

I got accepted into welding school recently and watching your videos has me excited to get into the field! Keep up the awesome work!

@ernestcotton9324

11 ай бұрын

You will be happier there than you ever would be at college

@johnekins4408

9 ай бұрын

Stick at it, the world will always need welders.

Those gifts y’all got in the mail are awesome!! I’m not jealous you’re jealous!!

Enjoying going back watching some of your old video's remembering some of the tips and tricks of machining my father and grandfather taught me.

Glad I'm not the only one with a December calendar still hanging in my shop....

@clifearls9330

3 жыл бұрын

Well, it IS winter there.

@Stepinup

3 жыл бұрын

Mines 2017 January

Homeless Big Nutz loves his toys! Great video as usual. thank you!

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

He sure does and so spoilt from all his KZread fans!

You have my deepest sympathy Mrs K, God bless You

A very valuable lesson here folks. Always service your Cats on time :).

I always have to comment about the video and editing you and your lovely lady produce for us. Just like the work that comes out of CEE, everything is TOP NOTCH ! Oh how I miss the smell of burning oils, grease and metals of the shop. They should can that and make it into aerosol spray for us old retired farts eh, LOL. Thanks for the memories my friends. Take care eh.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

hey mate always great to read your uplifting comments, maybe that's an idea for our merch store "machine shop man spray" 😂👍

@TomokosEnterprize

3 жыл бұрын

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering A nose spray or drops eh, LOL. There are worse things out there to poison ourselves with. After 50 years+ of welding and smoking small cigars my Dr. put me on a puffer. For the first month, every time I blew my nose there would be black flakes with shiny spots as large as a fingernail (the spots not the whole flake) I took them up to the university in the city. Turns out the little shiny things were carbide and fiberglass from our grinding stones and disks. The damage has been done and no reversal but at least it isn't asthma so really all I need the puffer for is before bed so I don't get wakened up in the middle of the night. Take care eh !

Awesome job Kurtis! Great camera work Karen, the slow motion and editing are spot on! The condition of your shop and equipment is remarkable, tell Karl he does a good job of tidying up the place!

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Hey mate what a great comment we appreciate it!

@assassinlexx1993

3 жыл бұрын

Karl only shows up if there is beer.

...what a nice guy.I´m a skilled german, with the same tinking,56 years...one word and I´m sitting in the not yet forbidden plane to support...and dogs love me..smile...

That air mask you have Everyone should have one . 👌

That's got to be some exacting work plus nerve racking. Alignment is everything I would guess from watching you set the job up. Thanks for the look.

That was some intense grinding. With all the angles you had to consider, not a simple job.

@cuckingfunt9353

2 жыл бұрын

The only bit I didn't like the look of was at 8:02 when it looked like he put the grinder nut on upside down (for a cutting disc), or was it my imagination ?

The best of your segments are the outtakes!

I work for a Cat dealer, so watching what is done here is pretty cool.

Really appreciate the fact that the repairs you do allow for a good deal of craftsmanship to be displayed. This may be a lost skill in the future. Great work, both of you as always and Homeless just seals the deal! Thanks for the content.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate great comment

Probably one of the most impressive things is the entire operation is just 2 people.

@ZaphodHarkonnen

3 жыл бұрын

Kurtis should really look at getting an intern or apprentice then. Once one it at Kurtis’ level of experience and skill, they should look at passing it on to another so they don’t have to learn the hard way.

Hi, it's time to give you a big compliment. I look at every video of you with great pleasure. Am a retired engineer. Your work reminds me of my job, which I enjoyed and successfully did for 40 years. Many greetings from Essen, Germany also to the camerawoman.

I don't know what is going on with You Tube as I went to put a thumbs up like I usually do I noticed the thumbs down was already done so I changed it, thing is this is the first time I have watched this video, so who put the thumbs down, I love watching Curtis doing his professional best on every job I have watched, I wonder if You Tube has done this on any other of the videos I haven't even watched yet, something to be aware of guys I will be counting how many time this happens when i watch the older videos I come across, this is number 1, I have my safety officer on duty sticker and I love it.

That seems remarkably straightforward for a repair of this type. Your skill is showing again, you made it look easy!

Hello K&K, thank you for this awesome video. I’ve never seen this done before and I must say your cutting and welding skills are remarkable. The quality of workmanship you exhibit is outstanding. It’s such a shame more tradesmen apply themselves to their trade like you do. I do building maintenance and most of my jobs involve fixing other people’s stuff ups or rectifying quick cheap jobs that didn’t last. Keep the videos coming. 👍👍😀😀🇦🇺🇦🇺

Hi, Mister Curtis! I love, how you Do your Job! Realy very good made! Give these Man a Peace of Metal or Steel and a Welding Maschine or a Boring Maschine or a Lathe or a Hone Maschine or a Grinding Maschine. Than you can see how a "Scrap-Thing" comes to a new live. These Men from downunder dont cry or tell somthing... They make it happens! (Sorry for my bad Bad English, Sir!) All best for you and your Wife, Family, Dog and your Company! The Aussie's can be happy, they have Mr. Curtis and his Craftmanship 😎

I wonder who gets the most enjoyment from the outtakes at the end , us or Mrs. Curtis.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

one of her favourite things is editing the outtakes haha

@mikekarlin3320

3 жыл бұрын

I would love to see a video of all the funny out takes

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

The missus is saving up all the best and some unseen outtakes for a compilation video 🤣👍

Cool combination of precision, heavy duty cutting and welding.

I just woke up, damn it's gonna be a great day cos CEE uploaded a new video

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Bring on the weekend have a good one mate

Based on your expertise and craftsmanship I am guessing you are somewhere between 75 and 80 years old! I wish I could have worked with you when I was a younger man. You 'three' make a great team!

This is why I watch your videos, just when I thought I saw it all on the last video you’re doing something else awesome.

I enjoy watching you being thorough and precise with all of your measuring. Good job on explaining that it's an important part of doing the job correctly!

Incredible workmanship and attention to detail. What a slog to get those segments out. Really accurate oxy acetylene cutting 👍👍

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Doug thanks for watching

Keep up the fantastic work that you do! I know that your clients wouldn't kmow what to do without you to keep their gear moving money.

My brother you are a Thanks for the nice work you are doing lm very proud of you l done that work years ago the same what are you doing very good work of you God bless you and your family lovies lots

I am always impressed with your skills. Goes to show that only hard work leads to mastery of a skill. Great stuff!

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Hey mate thank you!

watching in the middle of tropical storm elsa right now...pretty fun combination, a storm, good video and whisky

I bey you adore watching your husband work Y’all bring me so much joy

Pretty kewl, Kurtis! I'd be concerned about making a diameter measurement and being one tooth off. I guess that's why you tack-tack-tack the segments before laying down the mother bead.

Great video as always. Amazed by all of the strange things people bring in the have repaired. You would think since this is a normal maintenance piece it would be designed with bolts that allow the customer to add and remove worn out pieces. Thanks as always!!!!

@jfbeam

3 жыл бұрын

Bolts don't mean it can be easily unbolted. Plus, with the stress these things see, bolts are likely to break. (I've had to cut out numerous bolts. and there's several videos of Kurt having to as well.) Welded in is plenty strong, and easy enough to remove... back in the shop. (there are those that would do this out in the field/ditch/pit/whatever, but I wouldn't.)

dear CEE, your hubby Curtis, is a DR. SURGEON, PHYSICIST, AND METAL WIZARD. I love your videos I'm always learning something new. I am truly always amazed. It is just me, Martin your big fan, from the USA, thank you very much.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Martin thanks for watching we are glad you enjoy it :)

Your bloopers are like my life. During a job I can explain and just get it done. Put me on the spot I’ll mess it all up. Personally I like people but don’t at the same time. I don’t teach anyone my trade because I don’t have the time to do it and it cost me money. Lol

Loving your videos guys!! Always learn a ton of good information. The outtakes get me rollin every time!! Cheers 🍻

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Great comment to read we'll keep the vids going with support like this 😎👍

Another great video guys I'm surprised how Karen manages to hold it together and not just burst out in hysterical laughter when you really do balls up on the bloopers .. and that train has got you quite a few times now lol .. I guess as long as Caterpillar keep designing wearable parts you will always be on the receiving end for some good repairs and great videos . Cheers guys great end to me week .

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Hey mate I think she is so used to my balls ups now it's usually she starts laughing before cause she knows it's coming haha. Yeah certain times of the day we get a train going passed every 15 minutes 😂

Well done good job. I bet the operator will not know how to act now. With the gear being that worn out, i am sure they had to make constant adjustments do to all the slack. I hope they put a new gear on the drive motor as well.

Kurtis, just wanted to say I have watched almost all your videos. Love your work ethic and knowledge.

Niiice! I really was looking forward to this one! Coffee: check, CEE: check! Have a nice Weekend everybody!!

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Always good to show something different we think. Enjoy mate ☕

I like to guess how he’s going to accomplish the job before hand. Usually I am wrong and he always does it a better way.

Glad you are wearing protection! Also, pride in a job well done is evident!

Nice to see you always wear appropriate protective equipment 🤟

Now I know what I'm watching while I "work" 😉

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

👏 working hard haha

@matelotjim9035

3 жыл бұрын

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering I love hard work, I could watch it all day.

Top cutting skills. Nice.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

The advantages of a clean and dialed torch. Nice cutting.

Best part of a California Friday morning is a new CEE video! Awesome work, Kurtis!

Fuck yeah. Sitting at home isolating awaiting a covid test. This is just what I need. Beer in hand. Thanks 👍

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Damn that sucks yes Friday new video's make everything better 🤣

@travisk5589

3 жыл бұрын

COVID? What county are you in?

Great vid as always! Man you did a nice job with cutting away those teeth, super smooth!

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Paul cheers mate

I can almost smell the welding & the grinder!! Awesome Job Brother 🤟🏻

Blowin out the flame.. Same thing everywhere 🙈 Greetings from a Glassblower from Germany 🔥

I was self employed for most of my working career, and I would always tell my customers how important routine maintenance was on their equipment. You can pay me a little to maintain it today, or a LOT later to fix or replace your equipment. Either way, you’re going to pay.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Right on mate!

@andrewallen9993

3 жыл бұрын

That explains how I can use cars a half century old or more as daily drivers for forty years!

I’d guess that job takes you two work days, 3 with filming. Hours wise, that’s difficult to say. I see your videos with both you there early and really late, so I ain’t touching an hours guess. Still love the bloopers at the end 🤣

7:17 - *Extremely* skilled use of the 'hot wrench'; standing O!

I'm so addicted to your channel. The business you have built is fucking amazing. Your knowledge and ability to explain what you need to accomplish is dead on. Love the pup. Thanks for what you do.

Great tooth job! We will have to call him the Dentist!

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

🤣👍I'm a man of many trades haha

Outakes are so good at the end lol

Smiling my head off watching u enjoying yourself Amazing job Kurtis. Amazing video Karen 👏👏👏👏 I do think Kurtis needs que cards for the Introduction lol 😆

It lives and works in dirt, and you treat it like art. Sheee-it! It's always good to see the 'ripper shank' chomping away.

*I don't have as much confidence, making toast, as he does doing this.* I see so many parts of this rebuild that I could screw up, too much pressure.

Kurtis, there's just nothin like his and hers slingshots...

Seriously? Thumbs down? These guys are sharing good content. Why the thumbs down.

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

we notice the same amount of thumbs down for each new video so guessing it's the same haters 😂

What you are doing here takes skill foresight and concentration, You are Doing well !

You know it's serious when the big grinder comes out...

dang right when im about to hit the sack you uploaded gotta watch lol

@CuttingEdgeEngineering

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaa sleep can wait 🤣👊💥

@muramusan

3 жыл бұрын

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering for sure can wait 20mins lol

this man puts it right back in a circle

Curtis is BOSS! At his trade I love watching 🤟🏻