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  • @tda2806
    @tda2806 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    👍 One word, O U T S T A N D I N G

  • @ryanridgely7807
    @ryanridgely7807 2 ปีที่แล้ว +152

    Big congrats all around. Also, Senior is just the coolest guy. One hand in his pocket, a tool in the other, and things just come around. Great camera angles and editing. Really interesting to see how it comes together.

    • @timothyball3144
      @timothyball3144 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      That was awesome when Sr. walked over by the carb, and Squatch just handed him the screwdriver like, " Here, you are the master at this."

    • @kennethbrower2259
      @kennethbrower2259 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah it’s so nice to watch father and son work on things I wish my father was still here to work on things with me

    • @charlierogersjr.5178
      @charlierogersjr.5178 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah..i wish my father was here too. Nice truck.

    • @mrdrchad6110
      @mrdrchad6110 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Senior must be an electrician. Electricians are taught to always keep one hand in their pockets or behind their back to avoid grounding themselves and getting shocked.

  • @KennyKizzleRustyNutzRanch
    @KennyKizzleRustyNutzRanch 2 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Man, she sure sounds good. Nothing like that first pitter patter of the heart when she takes off. Excitement, anxiety, fear, accomplishment, etc. It all boils down to this. She's ready to be pieced together soon!

  • @colin8532
    @colin8532 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    OH GOD YES, HERE WE GO.....

  • @NineCylinderDiesel
    @NineCylinderDiesel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Never doubted it!

  • @alexfraser8506
    @alexfraser8506 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    SQUATCH!!! I kept my promise! On my way home from work I got my favorite beer and as soon as that diesel roared to life I cracked one open. I am so very proud of you and you wouldn’t even believe how I was yelling in excitement when it started and told all my kids to come in and see. What an incredible achievement and I aspire to be as great of a mechanic as you and your father are. I turn wrenches everyday and I still learn so much from you and your dad. I’m looking forward to many more videos from you gents. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!

  • @wsbrand
    @wsbrand 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Sweeeet!!

  • @deannajoseph
    @deannajoseph 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great Job, Congratulations. I hope you can imagine 60,000 cheering fans in that yard.

  • @colin8532
    @colin8532 2 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Ah, I've been waiting 3 years for this day :D. Not going to lie, the old anxiety was high watching this until she popped off. BEST 1113 EPISODE EVER!!! God, I need a drink now, and I was only watching. You must feel amazing now that that first (and second) start are under your belt. Congratulations so you and Sr, you've done some amazing work bringing this old lady back to life. You've earned a nice cold Mountain Dew sir!

    • @Fatamus
      @Fatamus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      A real dip of the mountain shine.

    • @pinwizz69
      @pinwizz69 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      100 proof Everclear Mountain Dew cocktail ?
      When I was temp stationed down at Coast Guard Airstation Mobile Alabama I got introduced to that one of my fellow Aviation Machinist Mate buds in the helo shop at a shrimp fry party his Dad thru to celebrate getting his shrimp trawler back in the water after a major rebuild.
      I thought I'd never survive the hangover from that one.
      So much fun while the party is ragin' but thank God we had the next day off from flight training duties with Cadet Aviation candidates.
      I couldn't have done a preflight or preflight inspection to save my soul.
      The shop CPO was in even worse in the hangover department I heard.
      They had a great crew down there summer of '78 and '79.
      I'd never heard of a place where you could buy beer by the gallon jug legally.

  • @jbj27406
    @jbj27406 2 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Perfection. That pony motor runs like a boss. Every detail over the last few months comes together for massive success. What a great moment! Congratulations! Job well done!

  • @JoeAroner-SIWAYTV
    @JoeAroner-SIWAYTV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The man gets out of Ford prison and what do ya know!

  • @Mr_trashpanda
    @Mr_trashpanda 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It’s like Christmas!!! I been waiting for this for 3 years!!!

    • @colin8532
      @colin8532 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You and me both brother!

  • @ImpHalla66
    @ImpHalla66 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    A great day.
    Loved the wedges stuck in the engine stand wheels.

  • @themajority5716
    @themajority5716 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ya baby YA!!!!! Good for you Squatch. I'm happy for you, sincerely.

  • @ironman3406
    @ironman3406 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Well done sir!! All that work has paid off nicely. Sure is easy making that pinion latch adjustment when it’s all out in the open like that. The only thing I was missing from this video was the smell 😎

  • @horatiohornblower868
    @horatiohornblower868 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She spins like my granny' s old Singer! What a sound!

  • @briancook4065
    @briancook4065 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    A moment to be truly proud of it lives and breathes again

  • @mineown1861
    @mineown1861 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    To quote doctor frankenstein , it's alive ! Congratulations.

  • @neilshep50
    @neilshep50 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank god that's over. Now can we resume normal service? Seriously, well done Toby and Senior, well worth delaying my dinner for.

  • @jamesbutler1862
    @jamesbutler1862 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Pops showing young buck how it's done.🤣

  • @mattdnewman
    @mattdnewman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Looks like maybe one of the first wheeled 5J D2s? :)

    • @ironman3406
      @ironman3406 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Fun fact The cat dealer in Quebec back in the day actually made wheeled D2’s and D4’s just like a DW6 they were called DW2’s and DW4’s. They used them in the forestry industry.

  • @user-zv3qb1vd9r
    @user-zv3qb1vd9r 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As you asked I'm going back watching past episodes and they are just as awesome as when they first aired !!

  • @nduncad686
    @nduncad686 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Not sure I've ever been so excited for a first start on an engine that isn't even mine thanks for being squatch

  • @JesusTorres-qr1gz
    @JesusTorres-qr1gz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Using a rope to start a pony engine on a caterpillar diesel engine in the year 2022? Where did I miss the boat? Rebuilding that pony engine is far more expensive than buying an electric starter an retrofitting that old diesel engine, had to take an old man to get it going, age and treasury always overcome youth and skills, well done, please don't forget to paint it with the right yellow caterpillar color, remain me my younger years when I used to play with them. After all this congratulations to you guys you have done a superb job, excellent.

    • @JesusTorres-qr1gz
      @JesusTorres-qr1gz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@squatch253 you guys are impressive, please be safe and keep up the good work

  • @charlespickett1634
    @charlespickett1634 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Engine starts.hands screwdriver to dad. Me. I start crying thinking about working with my dad..good video . Thank you.

  • @robertwinton2649
    @robertwinton2649 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think I am now plagued with a psychological issue
    Why
    Because I have watched this video 11 times now and every single time it brings a tear of joy to my eye I love it keep up the good work

  • @oblioi
    @oblioi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A cat purring like a kitten,well done :o)

  • @clydeschwartz2167
    @clydeschwartz2167 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    A huge congratulations to squatch and squatch senior to all your efforts to bring the d2 back to life and it sounds totally awesome the pony motor and the diesel engine. It's so nice when you finally get to the start up day and all goes well. Minor adjustments are only natural. Keep up the great videos Toby 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @terrymumford7659
    @terrymumford7659 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Wow Toby!!! All the planning, the decisions, the many, many hours of work, the creation of new tools, your endless knowledge and experience, the eye for fine details, the Senior work, knowledge and magic, and you have yourself an engine that looks and sounds so great. This was like having Christmas in March for me. You have also created a legacy of knowledge to guide others going down the same road. Congratulations on your success and thank you for sharing your efforts and Senior with us.

  • @butchhull2890
    @butchhull2890 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Way to go squatch been watchin every episode faithfully for the three years and damn the first start just happened to land on my birthday

  • @michaelbrash8843
    @michaelbrash8843 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    East central illinois here. For a guy who did sawdust all these year I sure do enjoy all of your content. Thankyou.

  • @kenh9508
    @kenh9508 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I would be content just having that engine available to roll out and start on special occasions. And every time I went out to the garage would qualify as a special occasion. Congrats on the successful rebuild.

  • @Ihbinder14
    @Ihbinder14 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Even the pony has a good sound to it too.

  • @gordoncorey8023
    @gordoncorey8023 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I could watch this all night 🙂👍

  • @bchdsailor
    @bchdsailor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to have Senior around, cool guy as Ryan wrote, congratulations, good to hear the ol'e gal humming

  • @oldcatmech
    @oldcatmech 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    As a 47 year mechanic for a Caterpillar Dealer, watching the detail and time you put in to this project was a delight! At each step I enjoyed your attention to the paper work you used and the time you took in doing so! Congratulations to this point, keep it up!!

  • @LaLaLand.Germany
    @LaLaLand.Germany 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Boy, Howdy, Buddy, CON GRA TIU LA TIONS!! To me this was the most anticipated video of all TH-cam world. The little pony couldn´t sound happier, very, very happy Cat fan greets from Germany

  • @bcbloc02
    @bcbloc02 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Alright time to get that thing hooked to the dirt dyno and seat those rings!

  • @randallvos
    @randallvos 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    And with just a little tinkering, 5J1113 lives again........
    A well earned congratulations to both you and Senior.........

  • @paulwomack5866
    @paulwomack5866 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations - I will raise of glass a to you and 5J1113 tonight.

  • @nickculley6603
    @nickculley6603 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Congratulations. A smooth running engine is a testament to your hard work and dedication. It's been a pleasure following the journey with you.

  • @jeffbrandon9179
    @jeffbrandon9179 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Woo..Hoo!! The heart of the beast is alive!!
    Great job Squatch,
    It's so much fun to see your Dad take such an interest in the project too. This has been a great trip... I loved every minute of it.

  • @roberthammond2637
    @roberthammond2637 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I pulled hand cranks on D8 2U10,000, D8 36A and starter cord on log loader in WA State during the early 1970's! After that, pulled hand crank on a D8 1R in the Alaska Range...! Years later worked for NC Machinery in Anchorage and few knew how to start a pony motor Cat or where the "Thermoids" are located on the master clutch...!
    It was knuckle-breaking work, but satisfying -- I still miss the smell of unburned diesel on a cold day...!
    Robert Hammond

  • @mdouglaswray
    @mdouglaswray 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Music, sweet sweet music. Thanks for sharing this moment!

  • @paulhylton9503
    @paulhylton9503 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i been waiting for this day like a kid waiting for christmass

  • @normsweet1710
    @normsweet1710 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Runs great, no more than the usual ck’s for torque and coolant seepage at pump, no fuel leaks !!!!!! good runner. Great job Squatch 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍❤️

  • @jonathanbiggar4973
    @jonathanbiggar4973 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    “Start you bastard “would have helped if you said that a few times, well done with the build and getting the air out in that cold .

  • @PilotK
    @PilotK 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Wow, we are all excited! And hardly any adjustments. It is really amazing to put together several thousand parts so perfectly that all you need is a screwdriver to make the smallest adjustments and it runs like a top! That is attention to OCD detail for sure! Congratulations again!

  • @twodogs1298
    @twodogs1298 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She purs like a cat! Great work never had a doubt.

  • @texasjetman
    @texasjetman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    WELL DONE SIR, its March 18th, so I am setting my reminder for the build, well done, you are constantly consistent and very well details and organized shop too, truly envious, well done

  • @billhayward955
    @billhayward955 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    To hear the voice of a long silenced machine that had been rebuilt is the closest thing a mechanic does to having a newborn child cry the first time. I re-lived the anxiety of that first successful fire up of my D311 in my 212 grader that I'm sure you felt when it was still bleeding the air out of the system when it wouldn't quite start. Props to you and Senior, your both did a wonderful job on the mechanical restoration of that powerplant. #5J1113 will live another day to pull another plow!

  • @TheRebelOne.
    @TheRebelOne. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Watched this build from the very beginning. Superb meticulous rebuild from the outset. Congratulations to you both from Ireland. 🇮🇪

  • @haydnstevens3108
    @haydnstevens3108 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations Squatch a big mile crossed
    It was good to see senior too

  • @wagon9082
    @wagon9082 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a great day for you. I am glad you were able to share it with Senior. I could not be more happy for you.

  • @walkingSherpa
    @walkingSherpa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    After all this time,
    she finally purrs.
    What aJob !

  • @Deebo1812
    @Deebo1812 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Amazing journey to get here! Followed every second and am hugely grateful to you and Senior for all your hard work on the build and documenting every step. You’ve set the standard for all restorations from now on.. hard act to follow.. Congratulations.

  • @ThisOldFarm
    @ThisOldFarm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    That is totally awesome! Congratulations Squatch!!! She sounds so good!!! Hope we can get to see it at my plow day this year! Of course I know that’s a lot of work yet!!

  • @UnitCrane514
    @UnitCrane514 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hell yes! Been watching this series from the first video....ITS ALIVE!

  • @MoparNewport
    @MoparNewport 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Well done gentlemen! Few things in life more satisfying - especially after the cold dread of the 'what ifs' - when the old gals come to life.

  • @Pamudder
    @Pamudder 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    BRAVO, Maestro!

  • @maxnex7676
    @maxnex7676 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    She purrs like a kitten, compliments to your work.

  • @humancattoy7767
    @humancattoy7767 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That is the most beautiful sound. You have done a wonderful job bringing her back to life. I know there's a lot left to do. But I also see what is behind you.
    I'm so happy right now, my neighbors think I just won the lottery. This is better.

  • @nunyabusiness4651
    @nunyabusiness4651 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Old American Iron.. Love it! When I was younger had a friend who had a D2 on his ranch. That thing ran great and sipped fuel I ran it one time 8 hrs. straight and it only used like 5 gallon of fuel. Great Video!

  • @randymarsh5088
    @randymarsh5088 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keeping the classics alive, great stuff

  • @MirceaD28
    @MirceaD28 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The long awaited day has arrived. Congratulation.

  • @ap1687
    @ap1687 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Congrats, Squatch! Made my day again for sure. Don't think I ever followed anything on YT or on TV with this much interest and for so long. Truly great job!

  • @jazzerbyte
    @jazzerbyte 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Fantastic to hear the music from the engines! Interesting to see it run and think about all the parts that had to come together to make it work.

  • @thirzapeevey2395
    @thirzapeevey2395 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Magnificent! After all that work, to have that pony motor start on the third pull has to be a great feeling. Another piece of history saved for another generation.

  • @deanchapman6425
    @deanchapman6425 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's great to see younger generations learn to appreciate the machines that help build this country and much of the industrial world. Good luck and bless all.

  • @yosefmama1136
    @yosefmama1136 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent. You & Senior make the little beast live again (50 years ?).

  • @uglysteve1
    @uglysteve1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You justdon’t realize how big that engine is until you get a little perspective. I did like the senior magic fingers moment too. We old guys have that for some reason.

    • @uglysteve1
      @uglysteve1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am amazed at the artistic flow of a lot of the parts on these cats. Maybe it is the mechanical nature of some parts to need flowing curves but others seem to be put there for artistic value. Some people spent a lot of time at a drawing board and maybe a little art crept in there.

  • @johnschwarz6564
    @johnschwarz6564 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been waiting on this moment for a couple years now

  • @93Martin
    @93Martin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Congratulations are certainly in order. I can only imagine the sense of accomplishment and relief. It's all uphill from here!

  • @rearspeaker6364
    @rearspeaker6364 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    that maybe a new world record for any pony motor running that long.

    • @rearspeaker6364
      @rearspeaker6364 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@squatch253 wow!! today I learned something new, thank you!

  • @jimmytjomsland6132
    @jimmytjomsland6132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Little Guy just needed the Senior's touch!! Gotta love it, You Guys are making videos of Family Memories!!

  • @michaelwebb4833
    @michaelwebb4833 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Congratulations for all your endless hours of hard work 😓

  • @Mark-vc7rm
    @Mark-vc7rm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She’s a runner! Sounds great. So cool 😎

  • @_P0tat07_
    @_P0tat07_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Congratulations Toby! It’s been a long project with many hold ups. You gotta be pretty relieved this part is over. Can’t wait to see her come together now!

  • @rustyreckman2892
    @rustyreckman2892 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Congratulations Toby. You should be very proud. So cool to finally see it run! 3 years! So much great content.

  • @spaceace1006
    @spaceace1006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Only very recently did I learn about these "Pony Engines" !!! I guess it was a really good idea for the time!!

  • @w.w.2restorations.vehicles698
    @w.w.2restorations.vehicles698 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Best video I've seen all day! I love running an engine in for the first time since rebuild. Thanks to the Squatch Boys for sharing all of their hard work. I'm happy I found this channel and stuck with it.

  • @korhing1066
    @korhing1066 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice , One old Cat Beautiful sound , You Are a Great Mechanic Sir Thank You for Sharing

  • @helge000
    @helge000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Watching your restoration over all the episodes I never had any doubt the diesel engine would fire on the first try. Very nice job, congratulations!

  • @morgansword
    @morgansword 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How could it not run well as it just met the master of tools and time put in to knowing every aspect of what makes this do that

  • @darylullman7083
    @darylullman7083 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It purrs just like a Cat. Good job.

  • @Huskiedrive361
    @Huskiedrive361 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Congratulations Toby and Senior! I've watched every 5J1113 video since the beginning and I'm probably more excited about today than you are! Can't wait to see it move under it's own power soon! Bravo!

  • @billtheunjust
    @billtheunjust 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh boy it's like Christmas morning!

  • @kevanhollidge164
    @kevanhollidge164 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Fantastic episode of the start up, congratulations to both of you on a professional rebuild, I'm 73 and still learning from you guys.

  • @glennford8844
    @glennford8844 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Isn't it a delight when you start a completed refurbishment of a grand engineering marvel from all those years ago.
    Bet it smelled beautiful when you engaged the pony motor. This video sequence has bought back many memories of times using these tractors. Thankyou for saving it; and others!

  • @sterff8990
    @sterff8990 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Awesome! The pony runs so well as does the diesel engine! Congrats on getting to this point!

  • @earlrichardet2102
    @earlrichardet2102 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hooray!!! Never doubted it for a second. Nice work.

  • @jstutzman1301
    @jstutzman1301 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I could tell Senior was very proud of you and the work that was done to get that beautiful machine back to life. Well done.

  • @nickcox2974
    @nickcox2974 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow she sounds just so sweet well done congratulations to you what a fantastic job
    Just had my EX us army generator running today as well this old lady done its service and still in its grey clothes its a D315 engine I take it to shows as soon as the pull rope out tool box the crowds come stand to watch I love ❤ it it's only done 750hrs had to drag its out of a overgrown headge but its a cat made to last love it enjoy your caterpillar tractor
    Have a good day from us in the UK 🇬🇧

  • @mikewednesday8541
    @mikewednesday8541 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Great Episode!! Congrats!! Certainly worth the wait👍🏼. I’m going to have to watch that more than twice to take everything in! You gotta love Senior stepping in with wisdom with the choke and the carb tune. I think we all might be more excited than you seem!

  • @cassiuspuckett8789
    @cassiuspuckett8789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Sounds good, so cool to get both engines dialed in and running again. Great job, now to get the rest of it put together and rolling. Looks good so far!!!! Thanks for sharing.....

  • @jamesbutler1862
    @jamesbutler1862 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg not once but twice pops walked up in there like a boss and showed how its done.🤣

  • @darploin5071
    @darploin5071 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations this is 2 years and some odd months in the making from the day you drug it out of that dude's backyard to guard to starting the engine up. Again congratulations and you and your father and your family have an excellent day

  • @aazogbi
    @aazogbi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a beautiful moment! Like two surgeons operating, monitors initially showing a flat line, but after some precise wrench interventions, beep, beep, beeeeep and then all of a sudden the patient is brought back to life, alive and well, perfect heartbeat and all bodily functions a go. Fantastic work, congratulations to you both.

  • @catfishgold
    @catfishgold 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations! All the hard work and stumbling blocks and she is back alive. Long way from how you found it. You should be very proud sir.

  • @mmrbeef
    @mmrbeef 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fantastic! All the hours of work have been well worth it. Congratulations.