Walking Water Sprinkler Restoration - National Manufacturing Model A5

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  • Опубликовано: 28 авг 2019
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    In this video I restored a walking water sprinkler model A5. This sprinkler was manufactured by National Manufacturing, a company in the United States of America. The traveling sprinkler drives itself on top of the garden hose which it uses as a guide. It has two adjustable walking speeds, high and low. The sprinkler is made of cast iron.
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  • @copperman752
    @copperman752 4 года назад +1938

    Thanks, Dude. I'm in my 60s and never saw one of these new; when I was growing up in the 1950s-1960s they were owned by elderly people and always looked like they'd been through a war. They fascinated me, like they had a mind of their own as they slowly followed the hose around the yard and made that faint "clank" as the claw fell against one of the gears. Good to see one new-looking!

    • @capthowitzer
      @capthowitzer 4 года назад +85

      It might interest you to know that National *still* sells these things today, online. Says a lot about the product when it can be sold for so long without any changes.

    • @copperman752
      @copperman752 4 года назад +43

      @@capthowitzer Right on, Dude. Like the saying goes: If it ain't broke, don't fix it. Irony is, Lincoln NE is where this was built. Where my good buddy during Vietnam was from.

    • @SuperchargedSecondGen
      @SuperchargedSecondGen 4 года назад +29

      I have actually done the exact same restore tear down and rebuild a year ago or so. Only difference I went with John Deere colors instead of factory. They not only still produce these tractors but every single part is still available for them. I love mine it will drag hundreds of feet of hose.

    • @vitinho-pi6zr
      @vitinho-pi6zr 4 года назад +1

      Vai cagar

    • @glenallenmixon2229
      @glenallenmixon2229 4 года назад +2

      Whats the use of that thing?

  • @magdalenejeanne
    @magdalenejeanne 3 года назад +617

    When the powder melts and turns into shiny paint is the most satisfying part of every video. Great work every single time!

  • @BlindLemonFishStix
    @BlindLemonFishStix 3 года назад +112

    My dad had one just like this. It was one of my chores during the summer to keep the lawn watered, fertilized and mowed. He named the sprinkler "Oscar". Every night we would chat about what Oscar needed to do the next day. I kind of miss Oscar. Thanks for bringing back some great memories. I am bigtime missing my dad right now, but in a good way.

  • @Sh3lbyd0g10
    @Sh3lbyd0g10 3 года назад +239

    Thanks for the memories. I’ve wanted one of those since I was a kid. I’ll be 65 next month and I just bought one about a month ago. I still sit and watch it work with a smile on my face. Again, thanks.

    • @dakotadriggers8838
      @dakotadriggers8838 2 года назад +4

      My uncle had one that looked like a little John Deere and I used to be so jealous

    • @estelleschneider9033
      @estelleschneider9033 Год назад

      This Walking lawn watering gismo is so neet
      Great product..
      Next to the sprinklers system cannot be beat..
      Great job at restoration. ..talented..
      All Praises to God
      James 1:17-21
      King James Version
      17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
      18 Of his own will begat he us with the word of truth, that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures.

  • @AllisonFunTime
    @AllisonFunTime 3 года назад +204

    12:23 you really spun that for so long just so we could see it in action. What a legend

    • @currycel470
      @currycel470 2 года назад +7

      Guy had to switch his hand. He puts lot of effort in his work.

  • @CARATMom
    @CARATMom 4 года назад +601

    Literally sat here anticipating the demonstration at the end.

  • @RahimahUnwrapped
    @RahimahUnwrapped 4 года назад +52

    It's so cool when he takes apart an item that has WAY more parts than you thought it did

  • @emmulah
    @emmulah 4 года назад +13

    This dig up some deep memories from when I was a kid! I don’t know if it was brand name or a Dadism but my dad called it the Rain Train. I remember standing so close to it that the water almost felt like it was slicing my shins. My siblings and I would dare each other to get closer to it. Get too close though, and you got hit with the metal. But I remember the metal didn’t hurt as much as the water pressure.

  • @pqworks9019
    @pqworks9019 4 года назад +369

    Nickel plating in a fish tank!? Now that was one of the most epic things I have ever seen. Great work

    • @ajmittendorf
      @ajmittendorf 4 года назад +10

      So THAT"S what he was doing!!! I thought it was an acid bath or something!

    • @pqworks9019
      @pqworks9019 4 года назад +2

      ajmittendorf yep. That’s how it works

    • @res9695
      @res9695 4 года назад +8

      I couldn't help but laugh the first time I saw that.

    • @milanfanas
      @milanfanas 4 года назад +9

      It's way far beyond any other channel. This is pure class.

    • @Madness832
      @Madness832 4 года назад +1

      Did his fish die, beforehand?

  • @jamesrowe1986
    @jamesrowe1986 4 года назад +1435

    This guy really has every unique tool he would ever need

    • @beccawilson1368
      @beccawilson1368 4 года назад +10

      i know right ?

    • @kewpiequeen9557
      @kewpiequeen9557 4 года назад +38

      I was just going to say “Step 1. Own lots of tools.”....I want to see the guy behind the gloves who turns out these works of perfection.

    • @jamesrowe6171
      @jamesrowe6171 4 года назад +6

      Nice name! He had me making Tim Allen noises.

    • @jamesrowe1986
      @jamesrowe1986 4 года назад +3

      @@jamesrowe6171 thats so perfect! I was really rather confused at first when i saw your reply since i dont have a profile picture of my own haha.

    • @afriza2711
      @afriza2711 4 года назад +1

      @@kewpiequeen9557 jos

  • @andrewolson5471
    @andrewolson5471 4 года назад +131

    This has to be the most difficult tear-down I've seen in one of these videos so far.

    • @shart194
      @shart194 4 года назад +2

      MMMHMMM like- i never seen these tools

    • @ironmyno
      @ironmyno 4 года назад +3

      Yeah that teardown was epic. I was going to comment but you beat me to it.

    • @michaelbauers8800
      @michaelbauers8800 3 года назад +8

      I could not believe the size of one of the pullers he/she used. Then it escalated into a hydraulic press. Serious tools to take this apart.

    • @ironmyno
      @ironmyno 3 года назад +5

      @@michaelbauers8800 don't try this at home type deal...

    • @ladygrndr9424
      @ladygrndr9424 2 года назад +1

      One of my favorite things is when fire became a tool :D Gotta love cast iron.

  • @fadingXreality
    @fadingXreality 3 года назад +15

    Beautiful! Your restorations are pure perfection! Every little detail is excellently managed and indeed, they are extremly satisfying to watch, far better than any zen. Me and my son tried to watch other restoration channels but they were too 'harsh' or had a lot of distracting music or talk, we keep only watching your restorations over and over again :) Yours are just about the pure skill and mastery. Thank you very much, we've learned a lot as well. Your hands and mind are worth gold. Wish you all the best! 🍀

  • @reesemorton4238
    @reesemorton4238 4 года назад +318

    Anyone not going to say anything about how fast this guy grew? I simply click at watch as these satisfy me so much. Great guy to just sit and watch and chill. Good job man!

    • @billshipley6320
      @billshipley6320 4 года назад +2

      Spot on!!

    • @_salzberri
      @_salzberri 4 года назад +6

      Can’t deny when the content is simple and good, he deserves it for real

    • @michaelwhinnery164
      @michaelwhinnery164 4 года назад +9

      No awful "Music" no HAY GUYS !!! And no Bla Bla Bla 👍
      This just works for me

    • @DaniJHollis
      @DaniJHollis 4 года назад +1

      When you earn your subs

    • @billshipley6320
      @billshipley6320 4 года назад

      I gotcha...Absolutely mind boggling how fast!! I hope he reaches 1 million subscribers soon! Would like to see that!! If all the viewers would subscribe it would be BEAUTIFUL!!

  • @timehunter9467
    @timehunter9467 4 года назад +491

    That’s actually quite clever that the front wheel is designed to follow along the hose...

    • @talyrath
      @talyrath 4 года назад +23

      The really fancy ones had a stop block you'd put on the hose. When the sprinkler reached it, it would close a valve that stopped the water flow.

  • @ManualdoMotorStirling
    @ManualdoMotorStirling 4 года назад +432

    This video is a real restoration, not like most who are cheating to gain fame, congratulations!

    • @tokyohanamura
      @tokyohanamura 3 года назад +37

      I think I know of the specific person you talking about. Pretends he finds the parts lodged in dirt & just buys new parts instead of restoring them?

    • @carol-annthurlow2775
      @carol-annthurlow2775 3 года назад +4

      Yeah you can tell he uploads like one video every like 2 months

    • @BakedBuddy
      @BakedBuddy 3 года назад +9

      @@tokyohanamura name drop!

    • @asmodeus304
      @asmodeus304 3 года назад +3

      yes name drop please

    • @inky_69420
      @inky_69420 3 года назад +3

      @@tokyohanamura name?

  • @oldmanfunky4909
    @oldmanfunky4909 3 года назад +10

    My family had one of these back in the 1970's It is great seeing one being restored. In fact I wish they still sold these! They don't make stuff like they used to fits this. Now all the junk we buy is plastic or thin metal so you have to buy a new one.

  • @MrDukie
    @MrDukie 4 года назад +274

    OMG I really liked the way that you fixed the broken bolt by welding a nut

    • @andresrodriguez8377
      @andresrodriguez8377 4 года назад +2

      Me too. Was amazing.

    • @georgeshelton6281
      @georgeshelton6281 4 года назад

      I just didn't add onto one thing earlier on before; I'm expecting you to manufacture, 1/24th plastic scale models that require PC board and PC board parts assembly.

    • @Nitrolord
      @Nitrolord 4 года назад +5

      I think that @@georgeshelton6281 is a chatbot

    • @ajithsleebadas5654
      @ajithsleebadas5654 4 года назад

      That is common in my workshop. Sorry for bad english

    • @Bacony_Cakes
      @Bacony_Cakes 4 года назад

      @@Nitrolord Same.

  • @pgsahlman
    @pgsahlman 4 года назад +84

    I've never watched videos that are more meditative than yours. There's something uniquely satisfying about watching you remove DECADES of rust and paint from parts via sandblasting. Your restorations are beautiful when completed. Thank you!

  • @GunnarTobus
    @GunnarTobus 4 года назад +9

    I was at the hardware store today, and I saw a Guided Sprinkler, that looked like it was all made of plastic. And that’s why this thing is superior. It lasted a while before rusting up. You don’t see metal stuff like this nowadays.

  • @shaneminer4526
    @shaneminer4526 2 года назад +1

    Two things: 1. Being born and raised in Nebraska I love seeing that this is from Lincoln. 2. I showed my wife snippets from a couple of your videos and now she wishes I had the time/money to get into this hobby. Keep up the work!

  • @sydepipez
    @sydepipez 4 года назад +141

    I just watched a guy take apart and rebuild a sprinkler.
    And I was excited about it.
    Best YT channel ever!

  • @icondonnied
    @icondonnied 4 года назад +129

    Electroplating? Welding? Someone is stepping up their game! Nice work, Sir! Bravo!

  • @m_thr
    @m_thr 3 года назад +2

    OH MY GOSH THE SANDBLASTING IS GLORIOUS!

  • @philbosset2390
    @philbosset2390 4 года назад +1

    Bravo à vous tous qui réparent tous ces outils ou des machines oubliées par les gens, mais vous leur donnez une seconde vie, vous nous apprenez que des gens passionnés font revivre le passé pour la mémoire collective, merci à vous Philippe Bosset

  • @diesel_dawg
    @diesel_dawg 4 года назад +1939

    One thing I love about these videos is that there's no annoying "title sequence", annoying music, and no talking. Just restoration.

    • @vlkafenryka788
      @vlkafenryka788 4 года назад +20

      i wouldnt mind a little classical (playing softly)like Bach's Cello suite cause to me that is the ultimate musical expression of something well crafted

    • @tmduke55221
      @tmduke55221 4 года назад +16

      I would like something at the beginning so I know my wireless headphones didn't cut out.

    • @edscoble
      @edscoble 4 года назад +6

      This actually made it far more inclusive for everyone except no audio description.

    • @madilynmonroe488
      @madilynmonroe488 4 года назад +11

      Wow...the shade thrown at the art restoration channel...I'm laughing so hard

    • @ValeCabron
      @ValeCabron 4 года назад +15

      Yeah i just realized that ...specially no annoying electronic music

  • @funglyofthemushrooms8299
    @funglyofthemushrooms8299 4 года назад +233

    Me: Man, these videos are so relaxing and satisfying to watch
    R&R: *whips out every known tool in existence*
    Me: So relaxing :)

  • @TheNutCollector
    @TheNutCollector 2 года назад +1

    This brings back memories good memories for me. My grandpa loved his lawn. He lived in Kansas and had a huge beautiful green lawn. He and his neighbor used to sit outside on warm summer evenings and make bets to see which of the two tractor sprinklers would get to the end of the hose first. My grandpa was a good man and these sprinklers always make me think of him.

  • @Datrebor
    @Datrebor 2 года назад +4

    This video was just so great to watch you restore this. I've never anything like this walking water sprinkler. It looks amazing. They really did make some neat stuff in the past.

  • @Satine_Moisant
    @Satine_Moisant 4 года назад +107

    1:44 - Oh My God! He welded a nut onto a snapped off bolt and extracted it...that's GENIUS!

    • @chemsoldier83
      @chemsoldier83 2 года назад +10

      Unless it dosent work. then the metal is hardened and cant be drilled out. I've done that replacing exhaust manifolds. it sucks

    • @Aron697
      @Aron697 2 года назад +1

      1:44 it doesn't work

    • @StealthDonut1
      @StealthDonut1 2 года назад +4

      @@Aron697 I'm not an expert in metallurgy, but for the vast majority of restoration videos I have watched it does seem to work. On paper it does make sense. Heat weld the screw to the nut and theoretically it should work. I have seen a few instances where it did not, but these are few and far between.

    • @brandonwaterworth8339
      @brandonwaterworth8339 2 года назад +3

      An exhaust manifold stud broke off in the head of my ‘87 Volvo 240. Welded a nut to the bit of material above the surface and it backed right out.

    • @garthcabral3304
      @garthcabral3304 Год назад +1

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  • @schristy3637
    @schristy3637 4 года назад +38

    I was an irrigation man for four years. Never seen any thing like it. The front wheel follow the hose. KOOL vid!! All your videos are kool!!

  • @Kyee71
    @Kyee71 4 года назад +14

    You really have taken Restoration videos to the next level, your production quality is outstanding.

  • @ProffesionalZombie12
    @ProffesionalZombie12 4 года назад +2

    I now watch these videos when my chronic pain flares up or when I'm settling down for sleeps. Very calming.

  • @kag2306
    @kag2306 4 года назад +354

    Boy, these were built to last

    • @lanas.2129
      @lanas.2129 4 года назад +9

      Absolutely! As so many things were.

    • @miguelcastaneda7236
      @miguelcastaneda7236 4 года назад +8

      yup no planned obsolence..had one actually two both stolen one small half this size other larger

    • @iskeypxx
      @iskeypxx 4 года назад +19

      and sadly, that's now kinda illegal because of some business guys' agreement. with the excuse that it's to avoid landfill and to encourage recycling. which is clearly bullshit, just to make consumers keep breaking things and buying again.

    • @chuckkelly1225
      @chuckkelly1225 4 года назад +6

      It was called.the 60's. BP. Before Plastic. Because Metal was Cheaper.

    • @dicedillinger6835
      @dicedillinger6835 4 года назад +6

      ..and that paint did not come off easily. Another clue to it being built to last

  • @rivenrime
    @rivenrime 4 года назад +146

    My 3 year old just loves your videos (as do I)! Especially the sand blasting parts. 😁 He likes telling me how clean they are becoming. His favorite videos so far are the train, the dump truck, and the tow truck. I liked those, too, but I really liked the little oven and the candy machine.
    I don't know if there is a way for you to apply, but it would be great to see your channel on YT kids. I think it would be a quality addition to the platform.

    • @sheri0082
      @sheri0082 4 года назад +7

      The sandblasting is awesome

    • @MrTocalino
      @MrTocalino 4 года назад +5

      Hey I thought that my 4 yrs old son was the only one ..... He loves restoration of rusty stuff

    • @TheRealColBosch
      @TheRealColBosch 4 года назад +20

      I fully support the idea of you getting on YT Kids. Far better than the usual rip-offs of Disney characters and unboxing mystery toys.

    • @broncochick4x4
      @broncochick4x4 4 года назад +1

      @@TheRealColBosch agreed. My 4 y/o watches with me as well.

    • @normajeancaballero7959
      @normajeancaballero7959 4 года назад +4

      The sandblasting and the finished product...My Favorite.

  • @TexDrinkwater
    @TexDrinkwater 2 года назад +1

    My grandfather had one of these back in the '70s and as a kid, I thought that it was the coolest thing ever.

  • @thrillermjj829
    @thrillermjj829 3 года назад +1

    If the world should ever fall apart I’m counting on you to restore it! You have a tool for every possible situation!!!

  • @jazz5767
    @jazz5767 4 года назад +88

    Been patiently waiting Mr. R&R. The pace, detail and education is tops.

  • @kareem06777
    @kareem06777 4 года назад +395

    Didn't think twice just clicked. 😀

  • @TheSimros
    @TheSimros 3 года назад +1

    Вот этот мастер фуфло не гонит. Все заправду. Восстановление сломаного механизма в полном смысле этого слова, а не просто помыл то что сам испачкал и вуаля. Браво.

  • @ketherwhale6126
    @ketherwhale6126 2 года назад +1

    That’s a better way to creatively and attractively water your lawn! The whole lawn gets watered more evenly. Excellent restoration.

  • @meglaw74
    @meglaw74 4 года назад +108

    Why is this on my suggested videos?
    I don't want to watch...wait...what....ooooooh! ohhh....wow...so good!
    * binge watches all...
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    Even your whoops are perfectionism.
    Thank you!
    Love from Australia!

    • @weetbixkid2051
      @weetbixkid2051 4 года назад

      Yep, watching from FNQ. 👍😎✌

    • @josejimenez3799
      @josejimenez3799 4 года назад

      If you liked this you should watch @mymechanics channel (ruclips.net/channel/UCMrMVIBtqFW6O0-MWq26gqw ) talk about perfection. 💯👌

    • @squashed7957
      @squashed7957 4 года назад

      Jose Jimenez Why do I see so many links to videos?

  • @Justice_The_Nutritionist
    @Justice_The_Nutritionist 4 года назад +1096

    Who think these restoring videos are better than ASMR?

    • @xiwangzitzit5
      @xiwangzitzit5 4 года назад +5

      Im not a fan of restoration... but... I agrees ^^b...

    • @marykim3343
      @marykim3343 4 года назад +1

      I'm think so

    • @oosymit
      @oosymit 4 года назад

      Absolutely

    • @dragotized969
      @dragotized969 4 года назад +6

      Everything is better than asmr my guy.

    • @Scorp111786
      @Scorp111786 4 года назад +14

      Why Not Both 🤦‍♂️🤷‍♂️

  • @edenjeffery
    @edenjeffery 3 года назад +6

    i love how he rebuilds it along the way. the restorations i see always have them building it at the end which i don’t personally enjoy :)

  • @laurenlee5521
    @laurenlee5521 3 года назад +2

    There's something so refreshing about watching something so old become like freshly manufactured and able to be used again, like this interesting sprinkler.

  • @foadrightnow5725
    @foadrightnow5725 4 года назад +76

    Freaking outstanding! I don't even have a lawn, but I would love to have that AWESOMELY restored walking sprinkler!

    • @catshit2028
      @catshit2028 4 года назад

      FOAD RIGHTNOW fr**cking* 😡😡😡

    • @_nayrb
      @_nayrb 4 года назад

      @Noah ._.renn.7 why are you so angry?

  • @THEPLANETEARTH
    @THEPLANETEARTH 4 года назад +21

    Thank you rescue and restore your the only youtube channel i like when it comes to restoration i love you so much.

  • @meh-maid6221
    @meh-maid6221 4 года назад +8

    Hi! I think what you do is really neat. I really like all this old stuff being restored because it is interesting to see those kind of antiques. I especially like the Lead paint test and the powder paint. Thanks for making these videos and i will be watching the bext one that catches my eye.

  • @thiagovalentim1839
    @thiagovalentim1839 4 года назад +5

    Gosto da limpeza e organização da oficina. Gosto do silêncio durante as restaurações. Gosto da sensação de satisfação que isso tudo me causa.

  • @rodneylane7640
    @rodneylane7640 4 года назад +215

    I did a bit of research - this sprinkler was manufactured in the 1940's.

    • @D.R.270
      @D.R.270 4 года назад +5

      They started making these in 1937, and just closed their doors this year after 83 years. I bought a new one 7 years ago

    • @RKDriver
      @RKDriver 4 года назад +5

      @Mike Hegarty Sadly, they just closed their doors for good. All you can buy now are cheapo walkers with plastic parts from China.

  • @TheWTZ1983
    @TheWTZ1983 4 года назад +273

    Plating in a fish tank?
    Sir, you know how to entertain, that`s for sure :D
    AWSOME job!

  • @david886blue
    @david886blue 4 года назад

    I had one of these, and it worked well, as I had to take my irrigation water at night. Every Wednesday evening I would change the gate and start the irrigation pump. It was amusing to see the sprinkler following the hose while I was busy setting the garden sprinklers
    Thanks for the memories!

  • @nangma07
    @nangma07 3 года назад +3

    I really enjoy your restorations, they're so relaxing, I feel calmed by them and the finished product is a real wow factor.

  • @elizabethfaraone
    @elizabethfaraone 4 года назад +67

    Your videos are works of art. Beautifully thought out, filmed and edited. They tell a story not only of the original designers and manufacturers but of you, the restorer as master mechanical engineer, electrician, scientist, technician, mechanic and, above all, artist. You are a gem.

    • @mjbalbo
      @mjbalbo 2 года назад +10

      And zero dumb music, no smartass jokes, no emojis flying around the screen, and no click bait.

  • @MarktheAirsoftPrimate
    @MarktheAirsoftPrimate 4 года назад +512

    Well, hello tools I’ve never seen before and want but have no practical use for.

    • @KingKing-id6qb
      @KingKing-id6qb 4 года назад

      Cood

    • @drivestowork
      @drivestowork 4 года назад +7

      Tools for the sake of tools!!
      I've tools that I've use ONCE!
      I've tools that I brought only in anticipation of use!!
      I have "Tim Allen" tools...
      Tools to fix tools...
      Tools from h€11!!!

    • @MMMM-sm2rm
      @MMMM-sm2rm 4 года назад +8

      I buy tools I don't need "now" but could see myself needing in the future. Nothing makes a project more miserable than not having the right one - like the pullers you saw here.

    • @xaviercook1689
      @xaviercook1689 4 года назад +1

      Same

  • @albalima8670
    @albalima8670 3 года назад +1

    Love watching your videos the restoration is amazing. The ability to take something apart and remember how to reassemble !!! Very calming, love seeing the rust and age sandblasted away. Wonderful work.

  • @selwynandrews9665
    @selwynandrews9665 4 года назад +3

    The thing that amazes me, apart from RR's endless skillset, is the incredible engineering that went into these mechanical devices. Nowadays something like this would be done with microcontrollers, I'm guessing. Also very well shot and edited. An inspiration.

  • @godsonalpha310
    @godsonalpha310 4 года назад +150

    Awesome video...no background music....just the sound of the tools and machines makes it awesome

    • @shawbros
      @shawbros 4 года назад +1

      More often than not, background music is a crutch for the mentally handicapped video maker.
      It takes a professional to make music mesh smoothly with video.

    • @user-gl5ok5pc7k
      @user-gl5ok5pc7k 4 года назад

      You are obsolete right dude

  • @ThePiquedPigeon
    @ThePiquedPigeon 4 года назад +19

    Basically, a steampunk Roomba! Never seen something like this before!! Congratulations on your find and the restoration!!

  • @craig480
    @craig480 4 года назад +3

    Meticulous, patient and a perfectionist. These qualities bring me back to your project videos time and again. Always captivating, always quality. Thank you, sir!

  • @AzharKhan-te1lx
    @AzharKhan-te1lx 2 года назад

    Chất lượng, Sỹ Luân chắc thích bản Cover này lắm này! Chúc mừng em cùng toàn thể Ekip F. Studio

  • @tclearinghouse
    @tclearinghouse 4 года назад +319

    When you hear people say they don't make them like that anymore, this is what they mean.

    • @cfaz6763
      @cfaz6763 4 года назад +5

      They're NOW $152.00 bucks!

    • @seantaggart7382
      @seantaggart7382 4 года назад

      @@solinus7131MINE

    • @writerconsidered
      @writerconsidered 4 года назад +14

      They didn't even make them like that then. He doesn't just restore, the quality of materials and plating makes this superior to the original.

    • @RKDriver
      @RKDriver 4 года назад

      @@solinus7131 They just closed their doors for good.

    • @johnhobson9165
      @johnhobson9165 2 года назад

      Circa 1960, my father got one of those.

  • @thechonkywuf651
    @thechonkywuf651 4 года назад +586

    Everybody gangster until the sprinkler starts walking
    (Thx for the love guys)

  • @mrhearse777
    @mrhearse777 3 года назад

    Brilliant . Nothing wasted . No rare earth metals . Just ingenuity and skill benefitting the planet . Thanks.

  • @rsarmitage
    @rsarmitage 3 года назад

    "Poor Man's Sprinkler system". I bought my first Walking Sprinkler used a few years back, then once I understood the sound engineering I purchased two new heavyweights that each drag ~200ft of hose across my large fenced yard. One of my sprinklers has developed the whistle and Walker just discontinued their manufacturing. Your video gives me a complete step-by-step, so as soon as I find the valve part(s) I'll queue up your video and follow the steps for myself. Thanks so much, outstanding job from start to finish of your production.

  • @jaust3r
    @jaust3r 4 года назад +47

    I didn't even knew so many tools existed, you are well equipped sir. Good job too

    • @IronManRestoration
      @IronManRestoration 4 года назад

      Jauster I think you have great knowledge about tools

  • @skyler7020
    @skyler7020 4 года назад +17

    This is literally the coolest disassembly I've seen you do so far.

  • @nayannbg6314
    @nayannbg6314 4 года назад +3

    Without telling anyone to like or subscribe you have a million followers because you deserve it👍Nothing but perfection

  • @sandyposey8074
    @sandyposey8074 3 года назад

    I don't know why it is so fascinating to watch you work (and I know it's a lot of work!), but it is. Plus you have all the coolest tools. and I would guess, just by watching, that your shop is always clean and organized. Thanks for all your cool projects.

  • @bisonuberti
    @bisonuberti 4 года назад +48

    Just an amazing work of art and restoration skills. On a different note: who in the world would give this video 1.7K thumbs down, they must be mental... or just plain jealous.

    • @manipulationstation2454
      @manipulationstation2454 4 года назад +1

      They're young and jealous since the iphone or the social media they have can't do things like this. 😂

  • @ourstoryyourstory
    @ourstoryyourstory 4 года назад +18

    Don’t you just love it when a new project requires a trip to Harbor Freight?

  • @vbee3571
    @vbee3571 2 года назад

    For something as simple as watering a.lawn, this is a serious little machine…..and a work of art too. These are very hard to find now. Thank you for saving it! It’s beautiful! 🤩 👏 👍🏻 ❤️

  • @markjenkins4520
    @markjenkins4520 3 года назад

    Great restoration. Always wanted one but never had a yard big enough to need one. Our neighbor used one and it fascinated me as a kid. Thanks, R&R!

  • @JACKdark92
    @JACKdark92 4 года назад +151

    I really liked the method you fixed the broken bolt by welding a nut

    • @joshfloyd7755
      @joshfloyd7755 4 года назад +2

      Agreed, great use of a plug weld! Super cool video

    • @bonnwolff1890
      @bonnwolff1890 4 года назад

      Blew my mind.

  • @y.v.3717
    @y.v.3717 4 года назад +133

    My dude was performing a whole surgery on the sprinkler for it to come apart, I love this channel

    • @emekmek3197
      @emekmek3197 3 года назад +2

      ruclips.net/video/sMG1nlQi5bg/видео.html ,

  • @elizabethpemberton8445
    @elizabethpemberton8445 2 года назад +2

    Not only is the work astounding, but the decorated electroplating tank is just another added bit of awesome. 😊

  • @andreagabrielle5760
    @andreagabrielle5760 4 года назад

    Muy bonito !!!! Ingenioso todo el sistema de regado !!! Y una terminación como siempre, excelente !!!

  • @tron3entertainment
    @tron3entertainment 4 года назад +131

    Welding a nut to broken screw to remove it. BRILLIANT!
    Now this is something to freak out the cats.

    • @denniswhite166
      @denniswhite166 4 года назад +9

      I knew of this "trick" and had used it both successfully and unsuccessfully in the past but had completely forgotten about it. It's like I'm learning all over again.

    • @ditto9300
      @ditto9300 4 года назад +5

      this is an old trick used by a lot of mechanics when they snap bolts in blocks of metal or the such

    • @sidewaysaction9983
      @sidewaysaction9983 4 года назад +1

      Yer 40 years ago.

  • @drewdinh
    @drewdinh 4 года назад +16

    You're for sure my new favorite restoration channel! Please keep posting!!!!

    • @javiergamez3343
      @javiergamez3343 4 года назад +1

      Man, I guess you're new here, you need to subscribe and watch the other videos there's awesome like this one, you just have no favorites, because you will love every single video, and you will think when this guy gonna come out with another master piece lol

  • @claudiaosorio1323
    @claudiaosorio1323 3 года назад

    Encontre tu canal de casualidad y me enamoré de él, amo desarmar y armar cosas, aunque me pasa que aveces me sobran piezas😂😂😂, soy aficionada no mas.
    Me gusto mucho este trabajo en particular , pues jamas pense que esa máquina fuese para regar el pasto.
    Pero lo mas que me tiene encantada es tu taller , tiene de todo para todo, esa máquina de arena negra estoy segura que me dejaría sin pecas!!! Un liftin a otro nivel.
    Te felicitó seguro te a llevado toda una vida y muchas lucas equiparlo asi.
    Fascinantes tus trabajos.
    Saludos desde Chile.

  • @wendywest6510
    @wendywest6510 2 года назад

    Really impressive restoration like so many of your items. And they can be used again for another generation to enjoy. Just shows vintage is best because you make the items back to original state as possible. Good on you!!

  • @chuckcribbs3398
    @chuckcribbs3398 4 года назад +17

    That’s some excellent metal working, plumbing and craftsmanship. Very impressed with your abilities. That was a tough restore and I’ll bet it’s better than new. Bravo!

  • @CapnPink28
    @CapnPink28 4 года назад +16

    I love the time you take to edit these videos! Greatly appreciate all the hard work you do! Thank you!!

  • @lilomarie7313
    @lilomarie7313 2 года назад

    WOW! There are so many items that celebrate a second life because if you. Your craftsmanship is amazing and hopefully, the art and ability to live on in your apprentices. I fully enjoyed this as an antique collector.

  • @marymasden6616
    @marymasden6616 2 года назад +1

    That grass is going to love the new sprinkle good job 👏

  • @evangelist6277
    @evangelist6277 4 года назад +9

    I really don't understand how anyone can "dislike" this it is enthralling. They clearly don't value good work.

  • @markdaywaltjr.5707
    @markdaywaltjr.5707 4 года назад +14

    All of your work clearly shows an immense level of care, dedication, and attention to detail. But this one, some much more heavy duty work went into this one, great job! LOVE the nickel plating fish tank...fish scaling tank???

  • @kentdillon3968
    @kentdillon3968 2 года назад +1

    We used to have one of these and I always loved watching it work. But sometimes the front guiding wheel would walk off the hose and it would take off into the yard!! A mind of it's own. A superb restoration job. What an incredibly well-made device.

  • @stevenseverance3692
    @stevenseverance3692 2 года назад

    I remember those. When they came out in the 60's or early 70's everyone had one for their yards in Suburbia Southern CA to 💦 there yards. Before Sprinklers it was the best way to get the job done ✅😃!
    Thanks for a "Blast 😁 from the Past"
    Sincerely Yours 🤠 Mr Severance,
    "The Cake 😋🍰🥫🎂🥳🎈🎉 Man",
    "World 🌎🌍 Cruiser"&"Succulent Collector".

  • @melaniemelicious8791
    @melaniemelicious8791 4 года назад +5

    I swear, this is one of the best restoration channels. The sandblasting and actual quality footage of it and the powder paint makes is much more satisfying aswell.

  • @ajmittendorf
    @ajmittendorf 4 года назад +15

    If I didn't live in an apartment and had a lawn of my own, I'd pay cash money right now for that sprinkler right there!

  • @paulmaul2186
    @paulmaul2186 2 года назад

    I found one of these in a garage once (when I worked as a landscaper). On a whim I set it up and set it loose. It worked like a charm.

  • @yvonnepagan9912
    @yvonnepagan9912 2 года назад

    Congratulations. Once a marvel, then an old tool, then a piece for the scrap heap! Now a living, working museum piece, with a job it can now do!

  • @timehunter9467
    @timehunter9467 4 года назад +100

    The plating fish tank made me laugh, brilliant restoration!

  • @cakebythelake
    @cakebythelake 4 года назад +15

    Watching this being taken apart is fascinating, your various techniques are intriguing.

  • @manic65cvn
    @manic65cvn 3 года назад

    What an amazing piece of equipment. Great restoration as usual. I do like the fact that you have no annoying music with the videos. I find watching these quite soothing in a way.

  • @PhiloUHF
    @PhiloUHF 3 года назад

    After watching these, I’ve never wanted to sandblast things now more than ever in my life. Ha. Thanks for the interesting, peaceful, relaxing videos! You’re beyond talented.

  • @midhun-007
    @midhun-007 4 года назад +166

    💕💕💕Everyone needs a sandblaster and a metal polisher in their life!!💕💕💕

    • @Ashkenya
      @Ashkenya 4 года назад +2

      Yes sandblasters that leaves the gloves alone

    • @Ashkenya
      @Ashkenya 4 года назад

      @Ringo Garvin yes but what I meant was the forcefull spray which is ripping rust and paint cleanly off the metal is not making even a "dent" shape on gloves or trying to push it away ie no sand is seen bouncing off the gloves.

    • @asifbuttt
      @asifbuttt 4 года назад

      Yes absolutely agreed 👍

    • @HunKimhengKhmerDubbed
      @HunKimhengKhmerDubbed 4 года назад

      ok

  • @ricoespadilla9032
    @ricoespadilla9032 4 года назад +14

    The fish tank is epic! I love it! This is my most favorite thing you have restored so far. You are awesome!

  • @kenlanders7588
    @kenlanders7588 Год назад

    Love the sandblasting scenes. So satisfying!

  • @andrewgrace4410
    @andrewgrace4410 3 года назад +2

    Boy, sandblasting, powdercoating and nickel plating, a masterpiece 👌🏾😸