..and this is why Allan has a mountain fortress, and we..do ...not. Even with all his junk.. he is rich in so many ways. /# bow Allan.. keep doing you my man.
My guess is that once you plugged one leak the pressure goes to the other leaks and the weakest goes next. Hopefully the radiator and ram fixes will do it! Thank you for your videos.
Great point. I have very little common sense so I appreciate when it's taught to me. I always said if they wrote a book or taught a class on common sense I would be all set. Haha.
Dam Allen you always manage to amaze me with what you single handedly attempt, and surprisingly enough are able to accomplish. Well done, Sir. Very impressive.
It’s Been stupid hot here in North Carolina . You are truly a man that can fix most any thing . Be safe working that heavy equipment alone . I have said many time it so easy to get hurt .
Gotta admire your tenacity, Alan. A lesser man would have given up by now, with the volume of work still ahead of you and it doesn't seem to faze you. Keep it up, love your work.
For a man to do all that you do sometimes by yourself is amazing. Most would not even try to do that alone or even 2 people. You're very talented man with knowledge you have not even shown us yet. Sometimes I wish you would tell us about yourself because you had to have a good job to build The Mountain Fortress. Love how you think and how you are not afraid to tackle anything that needs to be done.
You should rebuild both leaking rams. You even said it yourself in the video, they weren't leaking too much before and then suddenly one got worse. Chances are pretty high that it'll happen again so you might as well rebuild both and get it over with now to save yourself some time.
And my thought was "Wouldn't it be just as easy to pull them both now, work on them, and replace?" That way he KNOWS that they are good and he's not having the "will it blow this time?" Everytime he works on it? Probably end up with less downtime overall.
Man, that machine is a whole lot of work. You fix one thing, another pops up. Ship of Theseus. But if you're happy to keep working on it, then all the power to you, sir.
Quit listening to other people that distract and disrespect you. I enjoy watching and learning things from your show. Nothing is wrong with hard work except when you stop moving. Go get it 💪🙏🏻💯
Allways be carefully and guard your health.most important,take care of your body and health.dont wear out your joints and skeleton because old age will hit soon enough.most important..lift today,pay later.let the machines do the lifting all you possobly can.Safty first.rusty cables and rotten hoses are a no no.never risk failurs.and you'll never have a accident.50 years accident free here.god bless you guys.
I have noticed that you work very hard, Although it is entertaining for me I also feel the "Pain" for lack of a better description. Live Well, Be Well, Maybe I come see you next year?
@@ricksmith4736 Why are you on Alan's channel if you have no respect for his work or ingenuity? He's in his 40's, works more than a 20 year old and could probably work another 30 years easily. You are apparently a child and a Troll.
@@ricksmith4736 Most likely he won't get it all done. But he seems like he is one of those guys who enjoys his projects. So if the guy is enjoying his life, so what. Also one man's junk is another man's treasures.
I rebuilt a 6” ram for a cardboard shredder and compactor. What a big job. Had to weld the ring on the end of the shaft. The torque was 1500 foot pounds. Me on the end of a 10 foot long cheater pipe. Nice job! 🏁🇺🇸
I was reading some of your subscriber reviews & I agree with the person that texted "You need to get a magnetic mount for your GoPro then you can stick your camera right on the machine, car, truck, etc. that you're trying to show what's going on/ what you're doing." Or I've heard there's a harness that can be bought, attach the camera to that & you'll be wearing your camera & it would also stay with you all of the time & not have to touch it or hold it constantly. I agree with what you said about the large boulders you were finding as you're digging out the area for the lower bunker at the base of the mntn. It's amazing how material that can possibly be in the way where you're working, can be repurposed or suddenly becomes just exactly what is needed to solve a problem. And it's already on the property, you own it but, the heavy part is possibly how far it might have to be moved. It's quite incredible to see & think about---the massive progress that you've made. I think it"s great that you were able to work out a deal with "Mother Nature" for some marginal to good weather. (just kidding--I thought you might enjoy a bit of humor to break things up a little). Great content! Keep up the great work!!
I love your fortress sir !! Seems like two steps forward, one step back...But you are winning sir !! Thank you for sharing your adventure with us. Looking forward to the next video. I dunno anything about John Deer repair or how they come apart but your idea for the radiator seems like it would work
Used those 5 ton wreckers quite a bit while I was in the army, punch a lot of tank tubes with them, then we got hemmets and those wreckers had articulating arms made things alot easier angle wise!!!😂😂
The Mountain Fortress Labs mountain range was probably an island back in the Lake Bonneville age. The rocks and sand could have once been lake front property. This is your home. Careful on how many people you let in. Be safe.
Jeeze Alan it so cool u can do so much by yourself that y u the wizzzard but it so time consuming u should have waited or ask you neighbor less work boom cool as heck rebuild an install great work
hopping its all still in place and your making slow steady progress / thats YT with 10-s of thousands of people watching U build its U got to release the next part of the project / i.v. bin subbed since the start ,. / im building a 7000 sq foot recording studio castle by hand with no help from any one its not public knowledge at the moment// ,..rock on :) '
You should just fix both rams, I know it's twice the work but just something you don't have to worry about in the future. you've already got it in position.
Allen, u really do need to consider selling some of what u have laying around your yard. U need to understand that u will never get the opportunity to go around riding in all of those vehicles. U truly need to sell them so that u can buy equipment that u won't have to always fix. Allen, your time is valuable. So sell sell sell so that u will have more time with working on your dream fortress and getting the opportunity to live in it 24/7 365 days every year. Good Luck 👍
Do you not understand what this man does and how much progress he actually makes? Scrap metal isn't worth much especially if it's his treasures.. Totally irrelevant to the post
Hey Al... I was watching your Hydraulic ram repair and saw the struggle with limited machine tooling. Not questioning your abilities but would like to suggest a TH-cam channel out of Australia that may give you some tips or tricks that may be helpful for your repair(s). Never the less be safe and all the best of success of your repairs. Cutting Edge Engineering (from about a week ago) "Can we SAVE This Cylinder with SEIZED Gland!? " | Huge CAT 24M Motor Grader.
seems like it would be easier to modify the tractor to fit an automotive radiator (maybe a pickup truck radiator) to be used as a hydraulic oil cooler, working just as well, and probably A LOT less expensive than a direct replacement from a tractor dealer.
You should find out what Dave would charge you to sling some bigger water tanks up to the top. The Blackhawk should be able to get you a huge tank. I picture you have 2 tanks and get Dave once every so often swapping them out. It'd really help with the block work
Here is what I need. You have all this open earth that needs moved. You got sparks and team. Maybe you hang out at the compound with that whistlindiesel fella and his dozer to see what you can clear 😉
Told my other half hold on I’m watching wizard work his ram
I work my ass off, watch this and feel like I'm lazy.
Me as well friend
Agree with You 💯🤣
..and this is why Allan has a mountain fortress, and we..do ...not. Even with all his junk.. he is rich in so many ways. /# bow Allan.. keep doing you my man.
Were are you???
@@tomandlorioltmann5723 me, Ireland.
My guess is that once you plugged one leak the pressure goes to the other leaks and the weakest goes next. Hopefully the radiator and ram fixes will do it! Thank you for your videos.
Great point. I have very little common sense so I appreciate when it's taught to me. I always said if they wrote a book or taught a class on common sense I would be all set. Haha.
You need to get a magnetic mount for the GoPro. You work around enough metal structures and equipment you can just stick it down anywhere.
I was thinking that too, like the set up Welker farms has. It’s a mag base, handle and extra battery.
I wish I had millions of dollars so I could come and help you dig up all that stone, can't wait to see the Mtn Fortress all complete.
You won’t live long enough to.
But it's not about catching the rabbit. It's about trying to catch it.
@@WBuj-db2wx Yeah, Al(ibaba) went down the rabbit hole big time.
You must be one of the hardest workers on the planet.
Dam Allen you always manage to amaze me with what you single handedly attempt, and surprisingly enough are able to accomplish. Well done, Sir. Very impressive.
Wizard!
It’s Been stupid hot here in North Carolina . You are truly a man that can fix most any thing . Be safe working that heavy equipment alone . I have said many time it so easy to get hurt .
Gotta admire your tenacity, Alan. A lesser man would have given up by now, with the volume of work still ahead of you and it doesn't seem to faze you. Keep it up, love your work.
Wizard, you have the patience of a Saint. You always get things done one way or another. Others would have given up. 👍
The progress on the fortress looks fantastic! Can't wait to see the finished project... 💪
For a man to do all that you do sometimes by yourself is amazing.
Most would not even try to do that alone or even 2 people.
You're very talented man with knowledge you have not even shown us yet.
Sometimes I wish you would tell us about yourself because you had to have a good job to build The Mountain Fortress.
Love how you think and how you are not afraid to tackle anything that needs to be done.
You should rebuild both leaking rams. You even said it yourself in the video, they weren't leaking too much before and then suddenly one got worse. Chances are pretty high that it'll happen again so you might as well rebuild both and get it over with now to save yourself some time.
And my thought was "Wouldn't it be just as easy to pull them both now, work on them, and replace?" That way he KNOWS that they are good and he's not having the "will it blow this time?" Everytime he works on it?
Probably end up with less downtime overall.
Allen is a collector of things he may never need but in his mind he may and he will have therefore everything stays put yall
As always, a Herculean Effort from The Wizard !!
I’d love to see sparks and the boys come help you fix up some of the vehicles
This is the first place to check for new content. But nothing lately. I hope Allen, everything is O.K.
Man, that machine is a whole lot of work. You fix one thing, another pops up. Ship of Theseus. But if you're happy to keep working on it, then all the power to you, sir.
Heat has been my enemy this summer
Quit listening to other people that distract and disrespect you. I enjoy watching and learning things from your show. Nothing is wrong with hard work except when you stop moving. Go get it 💪🙏🏻💯
Two steps forward and ten back. So is life.
That’s the story of Allen’s life. Everyone sees it, except him.
Allways be carefully and guard your health.most important,take care of your body and health.dont wear out your joints and skeleton because old age will hit soon enough.most important..lift today,pay later.let the machines do the lifting all you possobly can.Safty first.rusty cables and rotten hoses are a no no.never risk failurs.and you'll never have a accident.50 years accident free here.god bless you guys.
I am missing your updates Man. I hope you are well. Mike from Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Time for a new video Wizard!
Your amazing as nothing is getting to annoy you yet.
You never sleep M8
Holy smokes! Alan that digger thing is huge didn’t realise the bucket was 7 foot tall/long great video 💚🙏🏻🇬🇧
I have noticed that you work very hard, Although it is entertaining for me I also feel the "Pain" for lack of a better description.
Live Well, Be Well, Maybe I come see you next year?
I have rebuilt 20 plus hydraulic cylinders. Was a chore even indoors with a bench.
This is your last one😢 miss seeing you on Utube, having trouble signing into Patreon! Good Luck on future projects!
I missed you and the Sparks crew. Let us see you once and a while.
Ram-A-Lam-A-Ding-Dong! All the best Alan. You'll get there.
Have you thought about getting a rock crusher and making your own road base? Just an idea. Keep up the solid work Sir.
I'd be surprised if he hasn't already got one!
Come on HEAVY D come out and help this man that works for you !! PLZ GOOD SIR !!!!
An army of men would never finish Allans projects or his junk pyles..... He is way too old to ever finish this project
@@ricksmith4736 Why are you on Alan's channel if you have no respect for his work or ingenuity? He's in his 40's, works more than a 20 year old and could probably work another 30 years easily. You are apparently a child and a Troll.
@@ricksmith4736 Most likely he won't get it all done. But he seems like he is one of those guys who enjoys his projects. So if the guy is enjoying his life, so what. Also one man's junk is another man's treasures.
@@billping2633amen
Already been there several times. He's always supported him.
Again great job Alan, love you bud.
Scrap the lot of it. And get the fortress finished. You are not getting any younger. Alan your cool. Support always.
Watching you tackle one thing after another is very inspiring. Thanks!
Till next time same mountain 😊
GOOD ON YOU! Lots of Luck!
Where you been, Sparks has no videos either. Let's see some great videos. Your work ethics are remarkable.
Right on Ellen you got a lot done
Glad you are back 👍👍👍
You might have some oil coolers on some of the army trucks that you have,make up a temporary cooler/cooler's
I rebuilt a 6” ram for a cardboard shredder and compactor. What a big job. Had to weld the ring on the end of the shaft. The torque was 1500 foot pounds. Me on the end of a 10 foot long cheater pipe. Nice job! 🏁🇺🇸
Looks like a old school Castle Tower. i know it has to feel good to know you built that with your own hands
Wizard, I enjoy watching your videos, so much knowledge is given out !
Sending you lots of Positive vibes Alan from Gold Coast Australia.. we all Love your work..
love it when the wizard post a vid,, a
Allen can you show more of your work on the fortress like the brick laying in fast time
19:20 I REALLY hope this works!!!
I was reading some of your subscriber reviews & I agree with the person that texted "You need to get a magnetic mount for your GoPro then you can stick your camera right on the machine, car, truck, etc. that you're trying to show what's going on/ what you're doing." Or I've heard there's a harness that can be bought, attach the camera to that & you'll be wearing your camera & it would also stay with you all of the time & not have to touch it or hold it constantly. I agree with what you said about the large boulders you were finding as you're digging out the area for the lower bunker at the base of the mntn. It's amazing how material that can possibly be in the way where you're working, can be repurposed or suddenly becomes just exactly what is needed to solve a problem. And it's already on the property, you own it but, the heavy part is possibly how far it might have to be moved. It's quite incredible to see & think about---the massive progress that you've made. I think it"s great that you were able to work out a deal with "Mother Nature" for some marginal to good weather. (just kidding--I thought you might enjoy a bit of humor to break things up a little). Great content! Keep up the great work!!
It's amazing what one man can accomplish 👏
Hey Allen, we could stand seeing you out, or on here more.
Maybe a just a shorty Vid in-between your longer vid??
Very Nice Work Alan Keep it up coming along Nicely
What have you been smoking?
I love your fortress sir !! Seems like two steps forward, one step back...But you are winning sir !! Thank you for sharing your adventure with us. Looking forward to the next video. I dunno anything about John Deer repair or how they come apart but your idea for the radiator seems like it would work
Used those 5 ton wreckers quite a bit while I was in the army, punch a lot of tank tubes with them, then we got hemmets and those wreckers had articulating arms made things alot easier angle wise!!!😂😂
Miltary tow truck awesome can't wait to see when u get a lot more of the pickup s an army up running an used
The Mountain Fortress Labs mountain range was probably an island back in the Lake Bonneville age. The rocks and sand could have once been lake front property. This is your home. Careful on how many people you let in. Be safe.
Tag lines are wonderful things.
In the uk we crack raw eggs into a leaking radiator whilst it’s running and it seals the leaks
Alan your one true gentleman.down to earth very intelligent with lots of respect to the world, your place is God,s Country
Always enjoy the show 👏✌️
good work Alan keep up the good work.
Boy Allen that was a real nail biter!!! Of all the times you could have used a hand, great job and keep up the great content 👍
That’s such a huge effort doing all that by yourself!!!💪🏻👊🏻
Good to see you again, Alan. And awesome work on the JD.
Bypass the oil cooler and put one somewhere else externally with protection. 👍🏻
Beautiful scenery and background
Cutting it is a great plan 👍✌️
Dude you should be a multi millionaire with that work ethic
His Mom dropped him on his head when he was a baby.
Heck ya Alan! Theres a similar john deere for sale up in Burley if ya need another one??? Old stuff gonna leak, Alan gonna bring it back to life!!
Sure hope you make a video of rebuilding the lift rams. Love your videos gives this old man something to do. 😊
Allan you are the most motivated person I know great work mate love the channel. (Do both rams because you know what will happen 😂)
Is Allen dumber than a box of rocks? Some say yes, some say no.
Stay happy. Have a great day
Just think. Now anything you wanna sell you just sign it and bam three times the value 😂😂😂🎉🎉
Keep on keeping on brother. Just drop that counter weight and be done with it.
Alan I have used JB weld to fix aluminum rads before. But you are going to have a good ol machine when you get done with it
Looks like there is enough room between the old radiator and the grill to put in a smaller radiator, leaving the old one in place but not connected.
Thank you for sharing with us 🙏 God Bless. Nice Work 👍
GOOD JOB!
Jeeze Alan it so cool u can do so much by yourself that y u the wizzzard but it so time consuming u should have waited or ask you neighbor less work boom cool as heck rebuild an install great work
Well done Alan youre a genuis keep up the Good work
The hell with the Nay sayers
24:08 Sometimes a really small leak like that will seal itself up after a few hours of heavy use!
Your welcome. Hope to see you soon.
hopping its all still in place and your making slow steady progress / thats YT with 10-s of thousands of people watching U build its U got to release the next part of the project / i.v. bin subbed since the start ,. / im building a 7000 sq foot recording studio castle by hand with no help from any one its not public knowledge at the moment// ,..rock on :) '
You should just fix both rams, I know it's twice the work but just something you don't have to worry about in the future. you've already got it in position.
You put in a good effort.
Nice work!
Hope to hear from you Soon! Let us know what's happening..
Take care Allen
Keep up the awesome job my friend!👍
If the progress was any slower he’d be going backwards.
fixing leaks.. you often stress out the weaker areas.. & those little leaks flow more
1 ram rebuild done, time for another and plan on doing the other soon, after the radiator bypass surgery..
Interesting as always, be safe N be well!
Allen, u really do need to consider selling some of what u have laying around your yard. U need to understand that u will never get the opportunity to go around riding in all of those vehicles. U truly need to sell them so that u can buy equipment that u won't have to always fix. Allen, your time is valuable. So sell sell sell so that u will have more time with working on your dream fortress and getting the opportunity to live in it 24/7 365 days every year. Good Luck 👍
Do you not understand what this man does and how much progress he actually makes? Scrap metal isn't worth much especially if it's his treasures.. Totally irrelevant to the post
Don't listen to the haters Allen your compound is awesome
Plus, it would pay for a lot of the projects, equipment, or even a new truck he wants or may want to do or buy but can't afford. 😀
Thats why he got them for was to sell
What's it to you? It's none of your business what he does with his stuff
Hey Al... I was watching your Hydraulic ram repair and saw the struggle with limited machine tooling. Not questioning your abilities but would like to suggest a TH-cam channel out of Australia that may give you some tips or tricks that may be helpful for your repair(s).
Never the less be safe and all the best of success of your repairs.
Cutting Edge Engineering (from about a week ago) "Can we SAVE This Cylinder with SEIZED Gland!? " | Huge CAT 24M Motor Grader.
Great content Alan . Stay safe m8 .
seems like it would be easier to modify the tractor to fit an automotive radiator (maybe a pickup truck radiator) to be used as a hydraulic oil cooler, working just as well, and probably A LOT less expensive than a direct replacement from a tractor dealer.
could work, but it will out in the open and it would be only a solution for 1 or 2 years
You should find out what Dave would charge you to sling some bigger water tanks up to the top. The Blackhawk should be able to get you a huge tank.
I picture you have 2 tanks and get Dave once every so often swapping them out. It'd really help with the block work
Almost looks like a clip off of MSHA
“Shake hands with danger” video.
I feel for you, as in empathy,@68 yrs old, I notice, no one is available, and I have reason to stop trying.
Stay positive and keep going 🎉🎉🎉
You mean stay high.
Here is what I need. You have all this open earth that needs moved. You got sparks and team. Maybe you hang out at the compound with that whistlindiesel fella and his dozer to see what you can clear 😉