This is one of the Greatest elevator stories I've Heard. I'm so glad Alex was able to save 2 of these elevators from demolition and reinstall one of them in his home. This shows that anything is possible.
I’ve also heard a bunch of stories from you growing up and starting this hobby. You really helped this community by doing good for others. Those 3 Atlanta hotels started the whole thing in 1993. You’re the very best one ever.
This is a pretty cool elevator; I can't believe he just removed the elevator from the store and moved it into a modern home. This has got to be one of the coolest projects I have ever seen. The new machinery is very quiet.
This elevator is a work of art! Very impressive how much work the man put into saving this wonderful elevator! Thank you so much for your detailed video.
Growing up in the suburbs of Detroit, I always heard stories of my parents going to the Downtown Hudson's store for things but I think it was already closed when I was growing up or at least, very close to it. Never got to visit the building in person so it's great getting to see the history of this elevator so carefully saved! Thanks for making this!
The dedication this man had to save this elevator is so amazing and inspiring. Thank you for sharing this on your channel for others to see and admire.
Nothing short of amazing. I recall seeing this on the news a few years back and I was extremely impressed. Beautiful cab and the nicest Otis globe floor logo out there.
This elevator and the whole story about it is absolutely amazing. The cinematography on this video probably has to be some of the most unique work I've seen. The pneumatic door operator would've been super cool to see in action. I really wish I could operate a manually controlled elevator of some kind one day before they all become obsolete
This was an awesome video Andrew! You did an amazing job covering this beautiful elevator and the story behind it. I remember reading in the newspaper about Alex saving this elevator many years ago. It’s really unique the way he built the home just around the elevator. So glad you got the opportunity to record this beaut. The story and memories of Hudson’s will forever live on!
I'm in awe, Alex did a wonderful job restoring her to her former glory This is easily one of the greatest elevator stories I've ever heard! Truly a classic example of never give up on your dreams
The photo of the high rise elevator bank at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis in that magazine inspired you to start filming elevators because you saw a video camera in your classroom and you looked at both of those. You loved elevators since you were a few years old, but there was a couple years in your life that you wouldn’t ride them; you looked through books about them during that time.
Amazing video & amazing story of how this elevator saved and restored with passion and dedication. It's cool to see the controllers came from Sacramento.
And you got a bunch of elevator parts and working simulators in your elevator museum, Zach’s apartment and your house; and there’s always more to come. Jason put a lot of work into them. Both him and Justin have a bunch of elevator parts in their bedrooms and closets. Justin also put a lot of work into his parts too.
This elevator is EPIC! Too bad it got destroyed when the building got demolished though. That was a big hit to the vintage elevator fans. The editing on this video is a LOT better than most videos. Also, Ducy is in the video at 5:34. Amazing video DieselDucy! :D 👍
Many years ago, Marshall Field's flagship department store in downtown Chicago had similarly ornate elevators with Otis controls, elaborate wood paneling and electropneumatic doors. Those had no rubber seals, either - they opened and shut with a bang. I wonder about how many times those doors closed on kids' fingers.
God bless Alex and his stories and love love this lovely speech on how elevators got started. That was a blessing that you got that beautiful invitation and wish we had more people like Alex in this world. I’m so happy to that we got to see some historic elevators and got a chance to operate them for the day. Wish we had more of them nowadays and the future too because the elevators now absolutely suck and nothing good about those new ones. That was a perfect drive Andrew and we need better tax payers to keep the old ones and restore and fix them. That was the best video I will ever seen and god bless Alex and all the good people to understand us that’s what is all about. If it wasn’t you in this planet Andrew god will know where the angles will be. Love love that Otis sign too and you could get that from ebay too wish is what I will do on occasions. God bless Alex and the angles who understand what you are about
This has to be one of the most amazing things I have ever seen in my life!!! The fact that Alex was able to get two of those elevators from that department store. That was also an amazing story on how he got that elevator as well! I'm honestly curious, does it's new machine run off of 3-phase or single-phase power?
@@IanGSullyit’s single phase and there’s a converter to generate the three phase. It’s a gearless machine moving one residential floor, so you don’t really realize how slow it is really going.
That gigantic house only has two floors? No basement or upper floor as well? With such an incredible elevator and the amount of work, I’d have built a little observation deck on my roof this could go up to with a breakfast nook or something.. either way, this is really amazing
that is for sure an art piece being they had to use solid state im sure the speed lever just operates the 1 and 2 switches that would normally be in a modern elevator and the size of it is amazing its big even for todays standards honestly im suprised he beat you too it as i would have bet good money you would that would do something like this
Oh thats interesting you dont even have to hold down the crank you just give it a quick swing in the direction you want to go in and let go and Im assuming the keyswitch he has on there is how you could put it on full manual mode
@@DieselDucyThanks for the reply. It's a beautiful restoration but it seems like a missed opportunity to have it modified to allow for dual automatic/manual operation to make it more useful for residential use as you'd have to go up or down the stairs to retrieve the elevator each time you wanted to use it. Great video, thanks for posting.
When did that department store get torn down? Before or after you started filming? I remember the first elevator part you ever got was at one of the buildings at Murray State University.
Did Alex mention any details about the other elevator he still has in storage? I would be interested in knowing what brand it was and the style of fixtures it used.
It's a slightly modernized version of this one, with fluorescent lights and lighter color wood, as most of Hudsons' elevators had been updated in the 50s. But controls etc. are the same. Google Hudsons elevator operator and you will see an historic pic of one. It's for sale, under the condition that the buyer installs it somewhere within two years of purchase.
@@DieselDucy when did Otis make their square touch sensitive call stations and car panels? I want to say they were around this time and before Lexan fixtures were first produced.
I wonder what he did with the more modern one he also talked about like did he give it away did he put it in somewhere else I wonder what the deal was with that
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This is just incredible, I love the passion of this guy
Thanks so much! He is amazing!
This is one of the Greatest elevator stories I've Heard. I'm so glad Alex was able to save 2 of these elevators from demolition and reinstall one of them in his home. This shows that anything is possible.
He is an amazing man and put a lot of love and money into this project.
I’ve also heard a bunch of stories from you growing up and starting this hobby. You really helped this community by doing good for others. Those 3 Atlanta hotels started the whole thing in 1993. You’re the very best one ever.
@@DieselDucy the door operator sounds like a train
That door control is epic!
It is awesome
That is so neat. Glad he saved the elevator.
It made me so happy.
This is a pretty cool elevator; I can't believe he just removed the elevator from the store and moved it into a modern home. This has got to be one of the coolest projects I have ever seen. The new machinery is very quiet.
SUPER COOL that the company I work for made the controller for this elevator!
I was hoping you would see this. Thought about you when I saw it 😀
This elevator is from so many decades ago, yet it looks like it runs so much better than any elevator that could ever be installed today
This elevator is a work of art! Very impressive how much work the man put into saving this wonderful elevator! Thank you so much for your detailed video.
Thank you very much for watching. Put a lot of work into it
Man, that is so amazing as the story be telling off the beginning of the intro
Glad you liked it!
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What a crazy and heartwarming story!
It really is.
Uplifting.............
The editing of this video is as amazing as this elevator! :)
Thanks so much Jay! I put alot of work into it :)
We need more good stories like this in today's hectic modern world.......the owner deserves a standing round of applause......
I totally agree. This is an amazing man.
Whoa! He salvaged the entire elevator?!?! THAT'S INCREDIBLE!!!!!
Yes, he did and he built his house around it.
Almost, I doubt he got the rails and controller. The controller must be super basic.
Growing up in the suburbs of Detroit, I always heard stories of my parents going to the Downtown Hudson's store for things but I think it was already closed when I was growing up or at least, very close to it. Never got to visit the building in person so it's great getting to see the history of this elevator so carefully saved! Thanks for making this!
Thanks so much for watching!
Same! I also live in the suburbs and my parents have told me many things about going downtown to Hudson’s.
The dedication this man had to save this elevator is so amazing and inspiring. Thank you for sharing this on your channel for others to see and admire.
Glad you enjoyed it. I really enjoyed making this!
Nothing short of amazing. I recall seeing this on the news a few years back and I was extremely impressed. Beautiful cab and the nicest Otis globe floor logo out there.
Couldn't agree more! This was one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen
Beautiful elevator. I've always liked the glass doors. Terrific review. Thank you!
Thanks so much for watching.
This elevator and the whole story about it is absolutely amazing. The cinematography on this video probably has to be some of the most unique work I've seen. The pneumatic door operator would've been super cool to see in action. I really wish I could operate a manually controlled elevator of some kind one day before they all become obsolete
Thanks so much! Put a lot of work into this video.
They are less fun than you think...except when you nail the landing.
This is the most amazing thing I have ever seen!
One of the most amazing thing I’ve ever seen as well. And the story just makes it amazing
This was an awesome video Andrew! You did an amazing job covering this beautiful elevator and the story behind it. I remember reading in the newspaper about Alex saving this elevator many years ago. It’s really unique the way he built the home just around the elevator. So glad you got the opportunity to record this beaut. The story and memories of Hudson’s will forever live on!
Glad you enjoyed it! This was by far one of the most amazing things I’ve ever seen.
That is incredible how he was able to install this in a brand-new house! It’s Amazingly integrated!
It was AMAZING!!
Ive seen this elevator before and im glad this is preserved for future generations
Awesome
@@DieselDucy Same especially as a railfan and history buff
I'm in awe, Alex did a wonderful job restoring her to her former glory
This is easily one of the greatest elevator stories I've ever heard! Truly a classic example of never give up on your dreams
It was amazing and inspiring to me
The photo of the high rise elevator bank at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis in that magazine inspired you to start filming elevators because you saw a video camera in your classroom and you looked at both of those. You loved elevators since you were a few years old, but there was a couple years in your life that you wouldn’t ride them; you looked through books about them during that time.
The story was so inspiring! I even love that hissing sound it makes when the doors open. Very epic elevator!
Air powered.
I always like to ride old elevator and it's amazing.
It was AWESOME!
Hi Dieselducy , that is an awsome story about the elevators ! You are amazing ! I cannot wait to meet you someday ! God bless !
Outstanding labor of love of history
It was amazing
Amazing documentary! Thanks for sharing this wonderful story
Glad you enjoyed it!
Really uplifting story! Beautiful elevator!
It really is! Thanks
Amazing video & amazing story of how this elevator saved and restored with passion and dedication. It's cool to see the controllers came from Sacramento.
Yeah it is cool. Good controllers
And you got a bunch of elevator parts and working simulators in your elevator museum, Zach’s apartment and your house; and there’s always more to come. Jason put a lot of work into them. Both him and Justin have a bunch of elevator parts in their bedrooms and closets. Justin also put a lot of work into his parts too.
Amazing Beautiful and Epic elevator!
Thanks
This elevator is EPIC! Too bad it got destroyed when the building got demolished though. That was a big hit to the vintage elevator fans. The editing on this video is a LOT better than most videos. Also, Ducy is in the video at 5:34. Amazing video DieselDucy! :D 👍
This elevator was removed before the demo
@@DieselDucyOk.
Many years ago, Marshall Field's flagship department store in downtown Chicago had similarly ornate elevators with Otis controls, elaborate wood paneling and electropneumatic doors. Those had no rubber seals, either - they opened and shut with a bang. I wonder about how many times those doors closed on kids' fingers.
I know right? This is an amazing setup though.
God bless Alex and his stories and love love this lovely speech on how elevators got started. That was a blessing that you got that beautiful invitation and wish we had more people like Alex in this world. I’m so happy to that we got to see some historic elevators and got a chance to operate them for the day. Wish we had more of them nowadays and the future too because the elevators now absolutely suck and nothing good about those new ones. That was a perfect drive Andrew and we need better tax payers to keep the old ones and restore and fix them. That was the best video I will ever seen and god bless Alex and all the good people to understand us that’s what is all about. If it wasn’t you in this planet Andrew god will know where the angles will be. Love love that Otis sign too and you could get that from ebay too wish is what I will do on occasions. God bless Alex and the angles who understand what you are about
It was amazing
We need more people like Alex in this world 🌎
This has to be one of the most amazing things I have ever seen in my life!!! The fact that Alex was able to get two of those elevators from that department store. That was also an amazing story on how he got that elevator as well! I'm honestly curious, does it's new machine run off of 3-phase or single-phase power?
It does. He has some kind of converter I believe.
@@DieselDucy I figured that might have been the case. But there are VFDs made that will take a single-phase input and convert the output to 3-phase
@@IanGSullyit’s single phase and there’s a converter to generate the three phase. It’s a gearless machine moving one residential floor, so you don’t really realize how slow it is really going.
Oh snap, I think this elevator gives the Seattle, Washington's Smith Tower elevators a run for their money, wow, very impressive!!!
It was awesome
Kind of wish we could see the original motor but still cool
This was AMAZING :)
Saved And Restored This Oits Eleavtor From Hudson's Detroit From The Scrap Yard
It was a labor of love. He is amazing
I think the Abraham & Straus flagship store in Brooklyn also had this setup. Of course I could be wrong.
Cool
Nice
Thanks
That gigantic house only has two floors? No basement or upper floor as well? With such an incredible elevator and the amount of work, I’d have built a little observation deck on my roof this could go up to with a breakfast nook or something.. either way, this is really amazing
It was awesome!
If it were me, I'd donate the other elevators to the Henry Ford museum.
They probably were scrapped
The last manual elevator in Kentucky got removed earlier this year and is getting replaced. I wasn’t able to get any parts from it.
That is a shame
that is for sure an art piece being they had to use solid state im sure the speed lever just operates the 1 and 2 switches that would normally be in a modern elevator and the size of it is amazing its big even for todays standards
honestly im suprised he beat you too it as i would have bet good money you would that would do something like this
I don’t have the money lol. This was a very expensive project
But you have a lot of elevator parts and simulators in your elevator museum, your house and Zach’s apartment, that Jason put a lot of work into.
Oh thats interesting you dont even have to hold down the crank you just give it a quick swing in the direction you want to go in and let go and Im assuming the keyswitch he has on there is how you could put it on full manual mode
It is on a modern controller
Where’s the modernized one? Parts of it can go in the elevator museum.
He is keeping it. It needs to stay with him.
I only live 3 hours away, once you get across the border!
Awesome! Also thanks so much for being a member ❤️
Is it possible to run the elevator automatically or does is it manual operation only?
Manual only.
Inside operation only :(
@@DieselDucyThanks for the reply. It's a beautiful restoration but it seems like a missed opportunity to have it modified to allow for dual automatic/manual operation to make it more useful for residential use as you'd have to go up or down the stairs to retrieve the elevator each time you wanted to use it.
Great video, thanks for posting.
@ElevatorsEnthusiast2024 They just light up the call system inside.
When did that department store get torn down? Before or after you started filming? I remember the first elevator part you ever got was at one of the buildings at Murray State University.
It got torn down years ago
Closed in 1983, sat vacant and vandalized until 1995 when it was torn down by the city of Detroit
Did Alex mention any details about the other elevator he still has in storage? I would be interested in knowing what brand it was and the style of fixtures it used.
It's a slightly modernized version of this one, with fluorescent lights and lighter color wood, as most of Hudsons' elevators had been updated in the 50s. But controls etc. are the same. Google Hudsons elevator operator and you will see an historic pic of one. It's for sale, under the condition that the buyer installs it somewhere within two years of purchase.
It was manual as well I believe
@@DieselDucy when did Otis make their square touch sensitive call stations and car panels? I want to say they were around this time and before Lexan fixtures were first produced.
With stl elevators and paelevators Otis elevator 2 speed center open door no floor indicator door close works with a view of the machine room
Ok
I thought when the elevator looks like that it doesn’t have a name on it…
Otis
Hey Andrew, how did you make a premiere on RUclips?
It is in the settings when you upload a video.
How do I do that?
Is there a reason you couldn’t take it to the ground floor.?insurance?
I did go to both floors. This elevator only serves 2 floors
I wonder what he did with the more modern one he also talked about like did he give it away did he put it in somewhere else I wonder what the deal was with that
He is storing it.
I know where there is a cool shiendler hydro at Pittsburgh Robinson mall I went there from Georgia it’s cool
Cool
Some people named Kktf and Matthew Pargo are trying to make the elevator community bad by impersonating people that flim elevators
I don’t participate in the elevator community. It is a drama filled garbage dump.
why won't the elevator go up to 12
Because it is in a 2 story house.
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I saw the documentary for this.....
Nice
Thanks