I've been watching your old videos and I'm picturing your place as like a farm where working dogs go to retire, except it's for farming and construction equipment!
It's always a great privilege when an old timer gives you a tour of the private hoard. You are going to need to build another machine shed to store all the old iron you have been collecting.
“Looks like my kind of machine”... gave me a chuckle. Thanks for giving these old girls a new lease on life. In today’s throw away society, it’s refreshing. My 2006 Volvo wagon is just broken in...
Don’t have any of your toys but there’s always Gems that I can use in my work life. Also for the American standpoint listening to your talk is so much more gratifying.
You bought a monster. But a hell of a useful monster! With a little bit of a clean up and maintenance, she's got a lot of life left in her! As someone that's spent a ton of time maintaining older equipment, give her some love and she'll give you back a lot of years of use. I'd say you got a pretty deal with this one....
Everyone with a few tracks and a long driveway needs this. Amazed the brakes even work. Plenty of hours left in that. Spare hydraulic pump is a bonus. Tyres hold air. Cant go wrong
Wow that brings back memories. I was a plant op in the Royal engineers in the early 70s and operated an Earlier Aveling Barford grader among other things
Well done Marty, I think the front wheels tilt either way to help with tight turns, either way I bet your the only kid on your block with one, I look forward too seeing the grader come back to life
@@jimmyoakeslift4374 I worked on graders for five years and didn't know that. You can also use the tilt to steer the beasts. The funniest thing to watch graders do, though, it crab walk. If you pivot the middle and turn the front wheels, the grader almost drives sideways.
@@ronaldziehlke9720 I can imagine, can't really see whats going on in front of the blade, I'm toying with the idea of mounting a camera looking at front of the blade with live feed to the cab
@@MartyT Depending on the model of grader you'll either see the blade sitting down or in some older models, just grade while standing up. Besides, you don't need to see the front of the blade, just the back side of it.
I'm sure it's by design, but you've really positioned yourself well to take care of the roads leading to and from your remote hideaway. That's top notch living I think. New Zealand is breathtaking from what I can see. I'd want your quality of living if I called that home.
Hi from the U.S.! Really like your vids! Spent many years running a grader. On your tighter turns lean the front wheels into the turn it will help it steer. Ran a 1962 Caterpillar 12E,all gear driven. VERY dependable and no hydraulic leaks. As you say over there,Cheers! Thank you for making the vids. Judd
Congratulations with your new grader, I don’t think you will run into trouble to grade your roads. Thank you for sharing your amazing story. God bless you and your family.
The grader will earn its keep for sure , some maintenance and repairs , cleanup , paint , ready to go to work . Time and patience all it takes . You will have your own small construction company soon Marty . You should be in high demand once the word gets around . Keep going your doing just great , top man .
A couple new "used" tires, a rebuild on the engine, and a paint job, and she'll be mint! You're totally going to make some cash grading the neighbors roads in the area.
@@johndowe7003 im a tire fleet person (work hard way under payed) in new Zealand i do loaders skidders scrapers tractors trucks all the big shit iv not come across any military stuff at all and id say his tires will be fine for the use it will get
It's a Barfly! I drove a solid-tyred A-B factory forklift for Alex Harvey's Laminex for a while, and there was an A-B 35-ton Dump truck on Stockton (open-cast coal mine) while I was there mid -'80s. A respected make!
Good trick putting that blade out on high bank. Nice that you can do it from the operator's seat. Some graders need to get out and release a pin to get it to do that. What a deal! When I learned to operate my teacher said use the lowest gear with plenty of throttle. That way you don't get in a bind too quickly. If you make a mistake you haven't traveled too far before you stop. Thanks for the fun. :-)
Good British engineering , reliable and dependable , when you go to start it you will see on fuel pump a little bottom, push that in when cold and she will start first couple of revolutions, yes they are not that good on lock but once you work out how to use back bogey steering as well you will have less problems going around corners etc, I have operated this type on and off over a 50 odd year period, last operated one of the m9del you have 6x6 on a land development job on the west coast of South Island during summer months 2013 through until 2018, Leyland engine will go forever but do not overheat, I would suggest you clean our radiator thoroughly and fill with proper coolant , low gear is your main working gear and use the revs accordingly , second gear only use if really light pushing. Make sure you replace cutting edges before you do to much with her as I see they are very warm down and so many clowns do not change in time and wear hell out of the mould board , you got a cheap good old machine there mate, good luck and enjoy the old girl.
Are you talking about the cold start? We have this old skidder, and when it’s cold you have to take the throttle handle and take it all the way back. Then you can push the button on the fuel pump. Starts first few turns.
Around the same weight 13.5 ton however the 6x6 will out push the good old Cat 12, I have owned and operated both models. The tandem drive models about the same as Cat 12 depending on transmissions , Cat 12 4x4 manual will most times out perform the manual 4x4 Averling but not by a hell of a lot however the Power shift model 4x4 Averling will most times out perform the good old Cat 12, also of course it often depends on the operator, In my opinion for what it's worth they were both good reliable machines. For a matter of interest I retired from operating graders and other heavy machinery on the 28/9/2019, my last machine being a Cat 140 M , prior to that I had operated I Cat 16 H for 3 seasons up in the Northern Territory, in my time up in the Northern Territory over 10 season I operated Cat 12G , Cat 140H and the other two I mentioned . Just a bit of useless information if anybody interested.
Around the same weight 13.5 ton however the 6x6 will out push the good old Cat 12, I have owned and operated both models. The tandem drive models about the same as Cat 12 depending on transmissions , Cat 12 4x4 manual will most times out perform the manual 4x4 Averling but not by a hell of a lot however the Power shift model 4x4 Averling will most times out perform the good old Cat 12, also of course it often depends on the operator, In my opinion for what it's worth they were both good reliable machines. For a matter of interest I retired from operating graders and other heavy machinery on the 28/9/2019, my last machine being a Cat 140 M , prior to that I had operated I Cat 16 H for 3 seasons up in the Northern Territory, in my time up in the Northern Territory over 10 season I operated Cat 12G , Cat 140H and the other two I mentioned . Just a bit of useless information if anybody interested.
Allen, you're the type of guy everyone wishes they had as a neighbor! Prolly help out for a can of suds, then tell GREAT stories when the work is done. Congrats on a life well-lived. Many of us wish we could say that.
Oh no man what did you do? Thing already runs n drives good. Didn't even have to coax it to start n none of the hydraulics seem to leak. Way to fancy lol
Great video l used to drive the same model ex British army version but with rear wheel steering so could be driven in crab steer. Best of luck ! she ll last forever
TH-camr Post Apocalyptic Inventor (who knew it was coming so soon!) shows how to make an electrolysis tank for rust removal using a DC welder. The higher the amps, the stronger and faster the rust removal process. Those super rusty parts like that crank handle you found in the tool box are perfect for such a method. Then to get the paint and everything else off, you can make your own vapor blaster, MUCH smoother finish than sand blasting. Keep up the great work!
Loved your nickname for the machine. lol You're getting quite the lineup of heavy duty machines. Hope you get some rain soon. Wish we could send you some from Michigan. Have a good day, Marty.
Marty T you seem to have a great deal of plant maintenance experience which is good to have withe hobbies you have, Interesting channel Marty keep them comming mate.
A great history behind this brand, I remember as a kid growing up in Kent some of the old 'uns who used to work at Aveling's in Rochester before they moved to a new site up country and Aveling's were considered one of the best traction engine builders back in the day.
That's an awesome machine Marty and I know you'll put it to good use. With a driveway as long as yours, that is money well spent and will make road maintenance a breeze of a job! That old diesel seems to run really nice! That thing looks like it was built to last forever. And everything looks pretty straight-forward to work on and fix. Nice score for sure!
I can see myself in a similar situation. A huge, expensive, time-consuming project to repair something I'll likely never need (but you never know) but the initial price is good, so yeah, I'll take it.
Chances are wife gonna appreciate that wonderfull machine, especially placed in front of the main porch of course. Anyway this kinda content is what we all like, so thanks for delivering!
Marty, I'm new to your channel. I was watching your grader video where you are cleaning air filter. That top you were cleaning your supposed to have oil in that bowl so air coming in gets cleaned in oil. Love your videos
Spent many a happy hour working on those Aveling Barford graders !. The one we had, ASG 013, had the Detroit 2 stroke engine. Fantastic bit of kit, replaced with a Volvo grader ( first ever made by Volvo I believe). I pinched the identification plate of it before it was sold to Afrika. Fond memories, regards from the UK.
Not bad! Still lots of life left in the old girl. Those old machines are much better in my opinion. Easy to work on and no fancy stupid computers to program or worry about.
Great video and a cool piece of kit. The horse and Invicta part of the Aveling Barford logo is the traditional symbol for the county of Kent in the UK where AB were founded (building steam traction engines and road rollers etc) and where I live so really interesting to see a Kentish machine of that age still working on the opposite side of the world 🛠🚜👍🏻😀
My Dad operated a grader for roughly 20 years. I spent many hours over the years in the (non existent) passenger seat. Thanks for the memory. :)
Probably somethign like what my grandpa used to drive before his back was knackered. Nice to see this stuff.
Marty's vids are the best. The delivery guy had one hell of a trailer
I've been watching your old videos and I'm picturing your place as like a farm where working dogs go to retire, except it's for farming and construction equipment!
Recognise those blue overalls anywhere. Bill is a legend, that grader has done my driveway a couple of times. Great content.
"Whatever it is, we've got one". Classic!
“Whatever it is, I’ve got one” , ha ha my shed has a few things like that too.
Red brake light assembly? Same as one on other side.
It's always a great privilege when an old timer gives you a tour of the private hoard. You are going to need to build another machine shed to store all the old iron you have been collecting.
“Looks like my kind of machine”... gave me a chuckle. Thanks for giving these old girls a new lease on life. In today’s throw away society, it’s refreshing. My 2006 Volvo wagon is just broken in...
My 1981 Diahatsu diesel Scat is not yet run in but I am working on it.
Don’t have any of your toys but there’s always Gems that I can use in my work life. Also for the American standpoint listening to your talk is so much more gratifying.
You bought a monster.
But a hell of a useful monster!
With a little bit of a clean up and maintenance, she's got a lot of life left in her!
As someone that's spent a ton of time maintaining older equipment, give her some love and she'll give you back a lot of years of use.
I'd say you got a pretty deal with this one....
Love the new project. It’s a beauty and since it’s an ailing bastard, I feel a kindred closeness with it. Many thanks for sharing. 😊👍
Everyone with a few tracks and a long driveway needs this. Amazed the brakes even work. Plenty of hours left in that. Spare hydraulic pump is a bonus. Tyres hold air. Cant go wrong
Wow that brings back memories. I was a plant op in the Royal engineers in the early 70s and operated an Earlier Aveling Barford grader among other things
Another good piece of machinery saved from the scrap yard.
Looks like a beast of a machine coming through the woods!
Well done Marty, I think the front wheels tilt either way to help with tight turns, either way I bet your the only kid on your block with one, I look forward too seeing the grader come back to life
3 Dollops the wheel tilt helps the grader go in a straight line when you are digging the blade in hard. Otherwise it will pull to one side.
@@jimmyoakeslift4374 I worked on graders for five years and didn't know that. You can also use the tilt to steer the beasts. The funniest thing to watch graders do, though, it crab walk. If you pivot the middle and turn the front wheels, the grader almost drives sideways.
What a cool toy, got to ride in one when I was about 4 years old, loved them ever since!!!!!!
Haha my 2 year old son loves it too
Having operated a road grader I can tell you that once you master the controls, you'd be amazed at what you can do with that machine.
Yes its going to take some practice
@@MartyT I found that the hardest part of operating a road grader is keeping your blade in contact with the ground as you intend it.
@@ronaldziehlke9720 I can imagine, can't really see whats going on in front of the blade, I'm toying with the idea of mounting a camera looking at front of the blade with live feed to the cab
@@MartyT Depending on the model of grader you'll either see the blade sitting down or in some older models, just grade while standing up. Besides, you don't need to see the front of the blade, just the back side of it.
what a cool machine. interesting to see all the other toys the seller had.
I'm sure it's by design, but you've really positioned yourself well to take care of the roads leading to and from your remote hideaway. That's top notch living I think. New Zealand is breathtaking from what I can see. I'd want your quality of living if I called that home.
Your workshop is located in paradise. Best place I would like to live
Hi from the U.S.!
Really like your vids! Spent many years running a grader. On your tighter turns lean the front wheels into the turn it will help it steer. Ran a 1962 Caterpillar 12E,all gear driven. VERY dependable and no hydraulic leaks. As you say over there,Cheers! Thank you for making the vids. Judd
Soo cool to see another awesome old machine saved from the scrapper. Love your videos!!
What a mint machine , These are one thing that's always fascinated me as they are one machine I know nothing about .
Can't wait till you do the maintenance on this old girl. What a beauty.
Congratulations with your new grader, I don’t think you will run into trouble to grade your roads. Thank you for sharing your amazing story. God bless you and your family.
Classic!!!! that 'local legend' is my dad !
Really? you should film him fixing and tinkering with the old machines, it would be youtube gold
@@MartyT yeah , he just needs to retire so he can get stuck into it
Some people buy a sports car with their "TH-cam money," I think this is a better choice. :)
Truth!
One thing: Your not wrong.
Sandblaster, prime, paint.... Job done.
Awesome video again sir.
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The grader will earn its keep for sure , some maintenance and repairs , cleanup , paint , ready to go to work . Time and patience all it takes . You will have your own small construction company soon Marty . You should be in high demand once the word gets around . Keep going your doing just great , top man .
Wow! Two huge thumbs up for the new toy! Looking forward to the future videos with repairs and learning to use the old girl!
I first drove a grader 45 years ago & still have a soft spot for any kind of grader
A couple new "used" tires, a rebuild on the engine, and a paint job, and she'll be mint!
You're totally going to make some cash grading the neighbors roads in the area.
Still cost a bit for those tires used at that point just wait till 1 shits it self then replace it
@@BIGSMOKE-bl2lq some military tires are cheap, dunno if these are 24in rim or not but yeah
@@johndowe7003 im a tire fleet person (work hard way under payed) in new Zealand i do loaders skidders scrapers tractors trucks all the big shit iv not come across any military stuff at all and id say his tires will be fine for the use it will get
@@BIGSMOKE-bl2lq yep, agreed. i see a lot of old graders here in the states use old style NDT tires they fit perfect and are super cheap
True
Looking forward to seeing you fix all the little bits, nice work keeping these old things going instead of rusting to nothing
Man, I level out my 1000 sq foot front yard with that baby!!
Jus another nice find Mr. Marty!
Hey, I believe those front wheels tilt for making tight turns. More AWESOME vids coming!!!! 👍👍
.............yes and no. yes the front wheels tilt, but to help it excavate/ cut angles.Think ditching on the side of highways.
It's a Barfly! I drove a solid-tyred A-B factory forklift for Alex Harvey's Laminex for a while, and there was an A-B 35-ton Dump truck on Stockton (open-cast coal mine) while I was there mid -'80s. A respected make!
Fascinating the way you are able to find these projects in your local area!! really look forward each day to see what is new .... great work!!
Good trick putting that blade out on high bank. Nice that you can do it from the operator's seat. Some graders need to get out and release a pin to get it to do that. What a deal!
When I learned to operate my teacher said use the lowest gear with plenty of throttle. That way you don't get in a bind too quickly. If you make a mistake you haven't traveled too far before you stop.
Thanks for the fun. :-)
i have subscribed to over 100 blogs your are the ones i look forward to most
Good British engineering , reliable and dependable , when you go to start it you will see on fuel pump a little bottom, push that in when cold and she will start first couple of revolutions, yes they are not that good on lock but once you work out how to use back bogey steering as well you will have less problems going around corners etc, I have operated this type on and off over a 50 odd year period, last operated one of the m9del you have 6x6 on a land development job on the west coast of South Island during summer months 2013 through until 2018, Leyland engine will go forever but do not overheat, I would suggest you clean our radiator thoroughly and fill with proper coolant , low gear is your main working gear and use the revs accordingly , second gear only use if really light pushing.
Make sure you replace cutting edges before you do to much with her as I see they are very warm down and so many clowns do not change in time and wear hell out of the mould board , you got a cheap good old machine there mate, good luck and enjoy the old girl.
Are you talking about the cold start? We have this old skidder, and when it’s cold you have to take the throttle handle and take it all the way back. Then you can push the button on the fuel pump. Starts first few turns.
Around the same weight 13.5 ton however the 6x6 will out push the good old Cat 12, I have owned and operated both models. The tandem drive models about the same as Cat 12 depending on transmissions , Cat 12 4x4 manual will most times out perform the manual 4x4 Averling but not by a hell of a lot however the Power shift model 4x4 Averling will most times out perform the good old Cat 12, also of course it often depends on the operator, In my opinion for what it's worth they were both good reliable machines. For a matter of interest I retired from operating graders and other heavy machinery on the 28/9/2019, my last machine being a Cat 140 M , prior to that I had operated I Cat 16 H for 3 seasons up in the Northern Territory, in my time up in the Northern Territory over 10 season I operated Cat 12G , Cat 140H and the other two I mentioned . Just a bit of useless information if anybody interested.
Around the same weight 13.5 ton however the 6x6 will out push the good old Cat 12, I have owned and operated both models. The tandem drive models about the same as Cat 12 depending on transmissions , Cat 12 4x4 manual will most times out perform the manual 4x4 Averling but not by a hell of a lot however the Power shift model 4x4 Averling will most times out perform the good old Cat 12, also of course it often depends on the operator, In my opinion for what it's worth they were both good reliable machines. For a matter of interest I retired from operating graders and other heavy machinery on the 28/9/2019, my last machine being a Cat 140 M , prior to that I had operated I Cat 16 H for 3 seasons up in the Northern Territory, in my time up in the Northern Territory over 10 season I operated Cat 12G , Cat 140H and the other two I mentioned . Just a bit of useless information if anybody interested.
Allen, you're the type of guy everyone wishes they had as a neighbor! Prolly help out for a can of suds, then tell GREAT stories when the work is done. Congrats on a life well-lived. Many of us wish we could say that.
wow your drive way is great. i love places way off the beaten track. that grader is perfect for your place. like the vid !!
Oh no man what did you do? Thing already runs n drives good. Didn't even have to coax it to start n none of the hydraulics seem to leak. Way to fancy lol
Don’t forget the free bonus feature cobwebs!
Way to go Marty! You made it home, fantastic, no problems, she lucked out and found some love,
Great video l used to drive the same model ex British army version but with rear wheel steering so could be driven in crab steer. Best of luck ! she ll last forever
Marty listening to Billy Idol. Somehow makes this video even more awesome.
Marty T's excavation business is starting to grow....awesome love the way you get old iron working.
I learn something new about equipment every time I watch you
Congratulations on the new machine
Your driveway’s going to end up being better than state highway 1
Very True
Jeeze if he lives on Otago that would be very true. state highways are a mess here. We keep finding bits of road in our potholes.
That wouldn't be hard in New Zealand lol
TH-camr Post Apocalyptic Inventor (who knew it was coming so soon!) shows how to make an electrolysis tank for rust removal using a DC welder. The higher the amps, the stronger and faster the rust removal process. Those super rusty parts like that crank handle you found in the tool box are perfect for such a method. Then to get the paint and everything else off, you can make your own vapor blaster, MUCH smoother finish than sand blasting. Keep up the great work!
Omg you find another great motor dirt cheap ! ( interesting turning circle ) can’t wait to see you working on her , well done !
Looks like a good buy Marty. Now you need a saw on the front of a tractor to prune all those trees down your road.
You bought a machine that actually runs!- standards are slipping Marty......
LOL!
I never realized a grader can come up so steeply to the side with the blade
If you have the 14' blade you can rotate it in circled between the tires like a helicopter.
Bring on the rain. The fact she is running and usable makes her good value even with some of the standard maintenance needed
That old 401 sounds lovely - and it idles beautifully. Nice purchase!
That machine is going to increase your popularity with the neighbors ten fold!
Love your channel keep it up always enjoy the new builds you get and that you restore them and give them a second life!
I would really enjoy reconditioning that piece and painting it up
"What ever it is, I've got one". HA! How many times have I said that! Great video!
Love watching your videos watching from Scotland so enjoyable to watch
Excellent score.
Looking forward to more videos on this.
It will be mint by the end of the summer.
Congratulations
I can't wait to see the fluids changed
Hell yeah, buy it! That's cheaper than a Suzuki Swift.
Your Magic Marty .I just had a friend introduced me to your Chanel.Keep it up .
Me, why does he keep buying graders and dozers? Marty “just 6k up the driveway” Me, oh yea that.
😂 im checking through the comments to see if anyone else picked up on that!!
6Km driveway 😁 any wonder Marty needs these heavy goods 👍🏼
I certainly wouldn't be going many places if my driveway was about 3 miles. 😵 That's almost half a gallon in my stupid old dodge. 😂
A perfect addition to the fleet!
Marty T - Giving the classics another lease of life. Well done bro. 👍👍🇦🇺
Idk what I'm more in love with the machine or the long ass driveway you have
Loved your nickname for the machine. lol You're getting quite the lineup of heavy duty machines. Hope you get some rain soon. Wish we could send you some from Michigan. Have a good day, Marty.
Wow, you have your own road grader....how cool is that.....Yeah it's cool...Level any area you want.....nice
Hey Marty. Love your channel. Watching you while locked down and cocooning here in Limerick Ireland. Looking forward to your next one.
Marty T you seem to have a great deal of plant maintenance experience which is good to have withe hobbies you have, Interesting channel Marty keep them comming mate.
A great history behind this brand, I remember as a kid growing up in Kent some of the old 'uns who used to work at Aveling's in Rochester before they moved to a new site up country and Aveling's were considered one of the best traction engine builders back in the day.
It is a well built machine, made to last
That's an awesome machine Marty and I know you'll put it to good use. With a driveway as long as yours, that is money well spent and will make road maintenance a breeze of a job! That old diesel seems to run really nice! That thing looks like it was built to last forever. And everything looks pretty straight-forward to work on and fix. Nice score for sure!
the guy you bought the grader from sounds like a cool bloke
Man! Of all the channels I watch in you tube, your fleet has to be my favorite. Love the new machine!
I can see myself in a similar situation. A huge, expensive, time-consuming project to repair something I'll likely never need (but you never know) but the initial price is good, so yeah, I'll take it.
Congratulation on the greater you always seem to find a good equipment thank you for another great video
Looking forward to your upcoming videos on this grader.
Chances are wife gonna appreciate that wonderfull machine, especially placed in front of the main porch of course. Anyway this kinda content is what we all like, so thanks for delivering!
Well well well fancy seeing one of Bill’s old machines on this channel. Top Bloke is Bill, he used to own the quarry I’m running now.
Marty, I'm new to your channel. I was watching your grader video where you are cleaning air filter. That top you were cleaning your supposed to have oil in that bowl so air coming in gets cleaned in oil. Love your videos
A grader is bigg money! A overhaul and she’s worth it!
Spent many a happy hour working on those Aveling Barford graders !. The one we had, ASG 013, had the Detroit 2 stroke engine. Fantastic bit of kit, replaced with a Volvo grader ( first ever made by Volvo I believe). I pinched the identification plate of it before it was sold to Afrika. Fond memories, regards from the UK.
Love those machines. Incredible what they can do with so little horsepower and lots of gear.
As an IH man it was cool to see the guys 806 and International crawlers. The OC-15 is an interesting unit as well!
Your all country is absolutely beautiful . I'd love to to wander down there some day
Good move on acquiring that machine.. excited on the upcoming content!!
Not bad! Still lots of life left in the old girl. Those old machines are much better in my opinion. Easy to work on and no fancy stupid computers to program or worry about.
Nice! A grader is probably the most useful machine you can have for long driveways, and you can get jobs from it, it’ll pay for itself in no time
God yer so blody lucky with all these lovely vehicles
Love all this old machinery!
What a neat machine. Well, she’ll make quite a few opportunities for some very interesting restoration videos.
Really looking forward to seeing more of this machine.!thanks for great videos from Ireland
1:23 That's actually a great way to check any vehicle :)
Nice purchase! I would love to have an older grader. Look forward to see how you spruce up the old girl.
Great video and a cool piece of kit. The horse and Invicta part of the Aveling Barford logo is the traditional symbol for the county of Kent in the UK where AB were founded (building steam traction engines and road rollers etc) and where I live so really interesting to see a Kentish machine of that age still working on the opposite side of the world 🛠🚜👍🏻😀