When I first started watching, I thought you were just another equipment trader. After watching for awhile I’m impressed with your knowledge and integrity. Keep up the good work. Thanks for sharing your time.
Started watching your channel when dirt perfect bought your equipment and the way you stood by anything that went wrong very honorable hope you’re getting a lot more business because of it
When I was a kid I used to enjoy watching and helping put old machines together. Now that I’m 89, I enjoy watching you. It is always a dice shot whether they will run.
I'm delighted that it runs and behaves just as you would hope for. I was very surprised how quickly it fired off and ran so smoothly for you. To me it suggests that the recorded engine hours are correct. A good work out after a full service and thorough greasing will give you a much better idea I would think. Congratulations on a lucky purchase.
Love your optimism and willingness to tackle every task to get these beautiful babies running! Been watching for a while now and I love the layout of your shop as it's well thought out and functional versus functionally obsolete capable of handling all sorts of heavy lifting and painting as well. Yet, without the experience and knowledge it would all be worthless. I absolutely love when you pull out that little parts book, it's so worn the pages want to fall away from the binder and it reminds me of the old Motors manuals and archaic pamphlets I used to keep. They're worth their weight in gold. I knew it would start but I did not know it would start so damn easy, what a blessing! May you be well, abundantly blessed and continue to prosper!
You must be the smartest businessman with hands on the job. You are able to get a machine going with no staff around. Another top job and your work and attention to detail is admirable. People who buy your products should watch your videos then they will understand your work ethic. Always ever ready to put in new parts. Very few business people do that. You are tops.
Oh it’s gonna run, no doubt in my mind, you haven’t got yourself into something you haven’t been able to handle since I have been watching your vids young man.thanks for the ride along sir.
As a wheelchair user, I love those extendable stick magnets. Great for picking up dropped metal items off the floor without doing a nosedive from my chair. Works on about 90% of household metal stuff like tableware, utensils, hand tools, clips, lids, etc.
Back when I was younger (much so) we used to fit those starters without removing the pump and pipes, most times the starter failed because it had oil in it from the transmission. When we had to fit a transmission pump we used to prime them and bleed them too, it made life better because the pump lasted longer and you more or less knew if you had pressure before you tried selecting a gear ! Nice video, brought back many memories.
Can't beat those old machines for reliability and simplicity. I guess time will tell if it was a good buy after you run it for a bit. If the starting up is an indication you should be good.
It’s funny to me that I don’t own any diesel equipment because I love watching will it start videos! I ran a Backhoe and Kubota tractor for a bit but that was years ago. Great content, love your shop!👍
☘️🇮🇪🇺🇸 Evenin Cliff, Friday night sitting quiet letting RUclips wander & this gentle perfect piece played. As if I was sitting tucked off 2 the side listening while you - in the peace of an empty shop- worked methodically calmly thru the puzzle of bringing her back to life. It is as healing for the soul , these moments clearing your mind of the rest of the 🌎in the silence of only the wynd. Peace & blessings 🙏🏼🌹
Its nice to see the D7 come back to life, seems you have got a good thing going with the military and it's nice to see our tax money going to a good use thanks for reviving a great machine from a great manufacturer!
Every time you get a ‘new’ machine it will be an experience with a lot of surprises. And when it goes fine and it works you’ll be so happy like a small child. This is human 😋. B2W, working on Sunday means, it is more then work it is your hobby 👍👊😉
Some times luck is on your side I am so happy it runs I know the filing because I am restoring a Honda 5518 Tractor with a lot of modifications and it did run but still a long way from finish but I am already very happy.
I expected it to run by the time you had finished, but the way it fired right up took me by surprise and probably a lot of others, yet another cool video ❤
Just thinking of all the jobs I've come on to where someone else couldn't figure out the issue or whatever. It's tough backtracking whatever the original issue is when everything is already taken apart.. Like you said, sure hope it's just a bad starter but then why would they go through all that work to pull a starter if that's all that was wrong (I'm sure there's a manual in the military to show the most efficient way to swap a starter.. oh NM)
Awesome awesome video Clint, I sat glued to the screen I love this kind of video I could have watched this for hours I love a mystery. Probably the radiator all it had was water in it and they opened the drain cock and took the radiator cap off to vent it they probably didn't know where it was going and he wanted to make sure that it didn't freeze like you say who knows. I am thrilled with this kind of video. Actually all your videos I have watched all the way through. As a retired Excavating contractor I miss working on tractors and trucks except my own LOL. Luckily I don't own anymore but you and dirt perfect and others bring back the memories some good some bad thanks keep them coming. PS I am still looking for a walk through on your yard crane
The geese were flying south here in KS yesterday. They must have thought winter was coming! At least the penguins aren't hanging around anymore! Lol 😆 😆 😆
That was cool when she fired up so easy so far I like your videos I love old equipment old heavy equipment I should say yeah I think I'll try watching some of your shows so far so good thank you
Thank you for showing the Track adjustment. That is interesting to know. For a none start removal from trailers,ect. I learn new things every time I watch you.
Glad this dozer started up for you and would love to see it after you are completely done with it. You and those around you all seem like great hard-working people and love to see when your sons help out.
That's great stuff... Quality equipment from CAT. Doesn't get any better... CAT..Abuse it, ignore it, intentionally try and destroy it....NOPE!!!! CAT KEEPS COMING BACK AND AT IT!!!! GREAT STUFF
Hey Clint, You've got to love the Old Iron. You're right, that machine will make someone a nice dozer that will still outwork anything new. Awesome video. I cannot wait for the next one.
Awsom, guy. It walks well, turns well, and it starts easily which means it has good compression. Somebody is going to get a good tractor. Maybe Dirt Perfect? You know ... for that worn out John Deere?
Top notch! Really interesting video today. Thanks for making this video, it brings back memories of when I was a Service Manager for a Terex ( GM ) equipment Dealer back in the '70's Always good to watch a guy who knows what he's doing! :)
That old cat runs nice doesn't even smoke right off the bat after sitting seems like low hour machine I watch all your videos and dirt perfect he sure came along way and you sure went threw a lot of machines
Gotta love this weather. I'm in east central Ohio. Also love your videos. Your step by step approach and explanations are just great. Since I started watching you and Letsdig18, it has helped me through some mechanical issues and repairs, that I wouldn't have tried before. By trade, I'm a retired 45 year veteran electrician, but have been involved with maintenance departments in several factories. Electro-mechanical work and construction is a whole lot different than machine mechanical maintenance. Keep the good informative videos coming.
Nice to see a professional at work! Great job, think you were right about they tried to start it without any diesel in the tank. Excessive cranking and the starter burned out.
I got lucky 4 years ago with a 1974 Allis Chalmers that sat for 20 years. Put batteries, and fuel in it turned it over. Poof it was alive. Had to replace the clutches when I go it home, but it's still running.
I like that they put a ground point right on the starter.. One of the things I have done for over 40 years on cars, when servicing starters, is to run a fat ground wire from a starter bolt right up to battery negative, making a far lower resistance path than grounding only through transmission/engine block, to ground strap, to frame, to ground strap back to battery. It always makes the starter spin faster and stronger.
@@C_CEQUIPMENT It makes perfect sense! I'm just impressed that they saw the need and built it in.. Refreshing to see something smart from a factory setup. I just love these shop videos.. I grew up around cars and machines... but for the last 25 years have been pretty isolated.. Guys like you, Mustie1, Keith Rucker, PNW Hillbilly, Squatch, Dennis Coffee Time, Mr Pete, This old Tony, Blondiehacks, Adam Booth, Dirt Perfect, and so many more bring me back to my youth hanging out with dad and all his car and machine and construction friends.. searching, fixing, restoring, working... They are all dead now.. RUclips now has some neat guys and gals to 'hang out with' ... Keep it up, its been loads of fun ... AND you're a great role model too.
@@jenniferwhitewolf3784 Hi there Jen, I'm in the same boat! Last one alive and I love going down memory lane by watching Clinton and the guys doing their magic.
This is the second time I watched this video and it just keeps getting better. I love you working on Sundays so you can think about projects that you have going on. Just keep moving forward!
Well you definitely lucked out on this one. Always a gamble buying a non running unit. Glad it worked out. Sounds like it is running very well. Thanks for sharing.
You are the best in voice over the work in progress . The expiations of what, why , and how are clear to me. In shop tapes the interaction is good. Your work with the youth staff is an excellent example of on the job education. The audio is a problem in most outdoor " wind" it is also affected by background noise. DP has issues with talking when the background wipes out his voice. Your videos is very good. Keep up the good work.
The D7G was my second dozer when I was in. I had a D7E first. The only issue i had with the G model was when you lowered the blade it was like it went into float. You (I) could not just ease the blade down. Ours had winches due to us being a Combat Engineer unit. The constructions engineers got the rippers. I was told the reason the ARMY got the D& was because they were not as popular as the D6 or the D8.
8's would drop like that too. Ease down about 6 inches and then fall. Took a while to get the hang of it without hammering the jacks but the 8's worked fine about not loosing time in a rough place. Drop and go. I liked the E's better than the F's. Listen to them snort instead of whine. A 6-C was about my favorite if it was set up right..
D-7. That's the first dozer that I learned to operate. They are a great dependable machine. Thank you for sharing this video and bringing back memories.
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When I first started watching, I thought you were just another equipment trader. After watching for awhile I’m impressed with your knowledge and integrity. Keep up the good work. Thanks for sharing your time.
Not your average business owner I guess 😁
@@C_CEQUIPMENT Pretty evident dealing with the young man down south! Lol!He’s a really good kid Mr. Simmons is.
@@C_CEQUIPMENT has the Deere scraper sold yet?
@@chandlerdirt8158 not yet
Cuts down on overhead for sure!
Some guys play golf; some fish-
you solve "mechanical mysteries."
Absolutely amazing! LOVE your videos!
Good to see someone else knows the value of KROIL along with Matt from Diesel Creek
Started watching your channel when dirt perfect bought your equipment and the way you stood by anything that went wrong very honorable hope you’re getting a lot more business because of it
Quentin strikes me as of very high integrity. It's why I bother watching his videos. He's one of the good ones.
His name is Clinton and we call him clint.😂😂😂@jamesward5721
You're a gentleman, knowledgable and a kind teacher of your gift. Thankyou.
When I was a kid I used to enjoy watching and helping put old machines together. Now that I’m 89, I enjoy watching you.
It is always a dice shot whether they will run.
Thanks
I love that you can save those older Cats from the salvage yard.
I agree.The old equipments well worth investing in.Amazes me how when shown love they run for decades.Great investment
I'm delighted that it runs and behaves just as you would hope for. I was very surprised how quickly it fired off and ran so smoothly for you. To me it suggests that the recorded engine hours are correct. A good work out after a full service and thorough greasing will give you a much better idea I would think.
Congratulations on a lucky purchase.
Yep thanks
I'd hazard a guess and say the army mechanics who did the work on that beast during its time in service did a bang-up job.
Love your optimism and willingness to tackle every task to get these beautiful babies running! Been watching for a while now and I love the layout of your shop as it's well thought out and functional versus functionally obsolete capable of handling all sorts of heavy lifting and painting as well. Yet, without the experience and knowledge it would all be worthless. I absolutely love when you pull out that little parts book, it's so worn the pages want to fall away from the binder and it reminds me of the old Motors manuals and archaic pamphlets I used to keep. They're worth their weight in gold.
I knew it would start but I did not know it would start so damn easy, what a blessing! May you be well, abundantly blessed and continue to prosper!
You must be the smartest businessman with hands on the job. You are able to get a machine going with no staff around. Another top job and your work and attention to detail is admirable. People who buy your products should watch your videos then they will understand your work ethic. Always ever ready to put in new parts. Very few business people do that. You are tops.
Thanks
Oh it’s gonna run, no doubt in my mind, you haven’t got yourself into something you haven’t been able to handle since I have been watching your vids young man.thanks for the ride along sir.
Thanks
As a wheelchair user, I love those extendable stick magnets. Great for picking up dropped metal items off the floor without doing a nosedive from my chair. Works on about 90% of household metal stuff like tableware, utensils, hand tools, clips, lids, etc.
We are fans from Queensland, Australia. I so admire your mechanical competence, you are a fine deisel engineer and businessman.
Man hearing them crickets while you work…. That’s living right 🇺🇸
Nice weather for sure
Iron veternary
Iron veternary
Iron veternary
Back when I was younger (much so) we used to fit those starters without removing the pump and pipes, most times the starter failed because it had oil in it from the transmission. When we had to fit a transmission pump we used to prime them and bleed them too, it made life better because the pump lasted longer and you more or less knew if you had pressure before you tried selecting a gear ! Nice video, brought back many memories.
Looks like it all went together correctly. Was there really any doubt? Not with Clint on the job! 👍😎
Can't beat those old machines for reliability and simplicity. I guess time will tell if it was a good buy after you run it for a bit. If the starting up is an indication you should be good.
It’s funny to me that I don’t own any diesel equipment because I love watching will it start videos! I ran a Backhoe and Kubota tractor for a bit but that was years ago. Great content, love your shop!👍
If you are working on it…all is well. You are very thorough!
It will start right up
Absolutely thrilled it fired up and performed so well. Congrats! Nice vid.
Thanks
☘️🇮🇪🇺🇸 Evenin Cliff, Friday night sitting quiet letting RUclips wander & this gentle perfect piece played. As if I was sitting tucked off 2 the side listening while you - in the peace of an empty shop- worked methodically calmly thru the puzzle of bringing her back to life. It is as healing for the soul , these moments clearing your mind of the rest of the 🌎in the silence of only the wynd. Peace & blessings 🙏🏼🌹
I knew it would crank right up. Someone was messing with it before you, that didn't have a clue. YOU DA MAN!
She's a runner. A little love, maintaince and paint.
Its nice to see the D7 come back to life, seems you have got a good thing going with the military and it's nice to see our tax money going to a good use thanks for reviving a great machine from a great manufacturer!
So much fun to to watch the brain trust at work
D7G was always my favorite. Best all around work tractor ever made. Yeah, that's right, I called it a tractor. Has track and moves stuff. Tractor.
Nice Sunday repair….no doubt you wouldn’t make her come to life! Thanks again for bringing us along!!
Very impressive! Very methodical in your approach...walked right through the repair. Great job!
I have an older D7 C 17A needs pistons sleeves and bearings
Spring is actuly wave washers
Big ole can or CRC BRAKE PARTS CLEANER. That magic in a can is made two towns up from me in warminster Pennsylvania.
Cool
Everything you touch you always get it going!
So Kevin is the brains behind this place. That’s fantastic.
Great job. Watch the whole video
I appreciate it!
Every time you get a ‘new’ machine it will be an experience with a lot of surprises. And when it goes fine and it works you’ll be so happy like a small child. This is human 😋. B2W, working on Sunday means, it is more then work it is your hobby 👍👊😉
If you love what you do then it’s not work😁
Some times luck is on your side I am so happy it runs I know the filing because I am restoring a Honda 5518 Tractor with a lot of modifications and it did run but still a long way from finish but I am already very happy.
I expected it to run by the time you had finished, but the way it fired right up took me by surprise and probably a lot of others, yet another cool video ❤
Just thinking of all the jobs I've come on to where someone else couldn't figure out the issue or whatever. It's tough backtracking whatever the original issue is when everything is already taken apart.. Like you said, sure hope it's just a bad starter but then why would they go through all that work to pull a starter if that's all that was wrong (I'm sure there's a manual in the military to show the most efficient way to swap a starter.. oh NM)
That's a real work the d7 from the 80s was a hearty machine
Awesome awesome video Clint, I sat glued to the screen I love this kind of video I could have watched this for hours I love a mystery. Probably the radiator all it had was water in it and they opened the drain cock and took the radiator cap off to vent it they probably didn't know where it was going and he wanted to make sure that it didn't freeze like you say who knows. I am thrilled with this kind of video. Actually all your videos I have watched all the way through. As a retired Excavating contractor I miss working on tractors and trucks except my own LOL. Luckily I don't own anymore but you and dirt perfect and others bring back the memories some good some bad thanks keep them coming. PS I am still looking for a walk through on your yard crane
One day
You are amazing I love these old dozers. Ran them a lot. At least it is not a pony motor you are a great service when I need a tractor I will see you.
The geese were flying south here in KS yesterday. They must have thought winter was coming! At least the penguins aren't hanging around anymore! Lol 😆 😆 😆
Clint that Kroil works wonders.
That was cool when she fired up so easy so far I like your videos I love old equipment old heavy equipment I should say yeah I think I'll try watching some of your shows so far so good thank you
Well thanks for watching
Its good to see a specialist, get things working. From a retired marine engineer.
Always nice when you hit a "Home Run".
Please don’t forget to torque that front left wheel as they were only still only snug when you signed off. Looks great !
Thank you for showing the Track adjustment. That is interesting to know. For a none start removal from trailers,ect. I learn new things every time I watch you.
Glad this dozer started up for you and would love to see it after you are completely done with it. You and those around you all seem like great hard-working people and love to see when your sons help out.
Thanks
That's great stuff... Quality equipment from CAT. Doesn't get any better... CAT..Abuse it, ignore it, intentionally try and destroy it....NOPE!!!! CAT KEEPS COMING BACK AND AT IT!!!!
GREAT STUFF
lucky, Lucky, LUCKY on it firing up.. Great video on checking stuff, and how to...
Hey Clint,
You've got to love the Old Iron. You're right, that machine will make someone a nice dozer that will still outwork anything new. Awesome video. I cannot wait for the next one.
Thanks
nice old machine? yes. "Outwork anything new" uh... No.
I am thrilled to see you got a runner with minor issues. . They can’t all be lemon’s. Good call on picking up that one.
Do you have any idea how proud I am that you folks are Hoosiers!!! Save the equipment.
Thanks
Awsom, guy. It walks well, turns well, and it starts easily which means it has good compression. Somebody is going to get a good tractor. Maybe Dirt Perfect? You know ... for that worn out John Deere?
Top notch!
Really interesting video today. Thanks for making this video, it brings back memories of when I was a Service Manager for a Terex ( GM ) equipment Dealer back in the '70's
Always good to watch a guy who knows what he's doing! :)
Definitely a nice old dozer! 👍
I knew she was gonna run. Never would have expected the instant start up. Nice tractor.
You are a natural teacher. I respect the way you interact with your boys and your coworkers.
Graduations that runs sometimes you get lucky sometimes you don't been down that road before very nice video keep up the good work
Yep thanks
That old cat runs nice doesn't even smoke right off the bat after sitting seems like low hour machine I watch all your videos and dirt perfect he sure came along way and you sure went threw a lot of machines
Gotta love this weather. I'm in east central Ohio. Also love your videos. Your step by step approach and explanations are just great. Since I started watching you and Letsdig18, it has helped me through some mechanical issues and repairs, that I wouldn't have tried before. By trade, I'm a retired 45 year veteran electrician, but have been involved with maintenance departments in several factories. Electro-mechanical work and construction is a whole lot different than machine mechanical maintenance. Keep the good informative videos coming.
Thanks
Nice weather in TN. Sat. the weather is going to drop like a rock. Snow??
I may be late but the odds are 90 to 1. I like seeing people that work and know about old equiment!
When I worked on equipment I would put some grease in the O ring groves to hold the O ring in place while I assembled the part. Great job Clint.
Yep
I normally do but didn’t have any out with me
That was a lot of fun thank you. Glad you made a good purchase.
Just like the ones I used to service back in the 80's. Love those old cats!
Nice to see a professional at work! Great job, think you were right about they tried to start it without any diesel in the tank. Excessive cranking and the starter burned out.
I got lucky 4 years ago with a 1974 Allis Chalmers that sat for 20 years. Put batteries, and fuel in it turned it over. Poof it was alive. Had to replace the clutches when I go it home, but it's still running.
now that's a true parts CATalog
Clint, why not jump-start it off of the starter I've done that on big trucks in the past, another nice video, keep them coming buddy
That is so cool to bring something back to life again like that.
That is a great feeling when it start like that!!!😀😀
I like that they put a ground point right on the starter.. One of the things I have done for over 40 years on cars, when servicing starters, is to run a fat ground wire from a starter bolt right up to battery negative, making a far lower resistance path than grounding only through transmission/engine block, to ground strap, to frame, to ground strap back to battery. It always makes the starter spin faster and stronger.
Yep
@@C_CEQUIPMENT It makes perfect sense! I'm just impressed that they saw the need and built it in.. Refreshing to see something smart from a factory setup.
I just love these shop videos.. I grew up around cars and machines... but for the last 25 years have been pretty isolated.. Guys like you, Mustie1, Keith Rucker, PNW Hillbilly, Squatch, Dennis Coffee Time, Mr Pete, This old Tony, Blondiehacks, Adam Booth, Dirt Perfect, and so many more bring me back to my youth hanging out with dad and all his car and machine and construction friends.. searching, fixing, restoring, working... They are all dead now.. RUclips now has some neat guys and gals to 'hang out with' ... Keep it up, its been loads of fun ... AND you're a great role model too.
@@jenniferwhitewolf3784 Hi there Jen, I'm in the same boat! Last one alive and I love going down memory lane by watching Clinton and the guys doing their magic.
@@jenniferwhitewolf3784 Have you been following Project Binky ?
It appears,,, YOU HAVE CHOSEN WISELY ! Congrats Clint, the gamble paid off !
Yeah same here I like watching your channel no matter what your doing therre always something interesting
Good job and you are one lucky man. :)
Thanks! 😃
She's running and moving! Yay!
This is the second time I watched this video and it just keeps getting better. I love you working on Sundays so you can think about projects that you have going on. Just keep moving forward!
I bet it will start! You are experienced in those machines!
I like all your videos entertaining but strictly. Business and quality equipment.
1400 hrs it just got broke in good.... ready to roll a gem👍👍👍👍👍
I new it would strat right up
Well you definitely lucked out on this one. Always a gamble buying a non running unit. Glad it worked out. Sounds like it is running very well. Thanks for sharing.
Really enjoyed this one..Be nice to see this as a project until sold ?
Probably will have another video or two on it
Well done Clint, one-man show can sure get that dozer fixed. Thanks to you working with @letsdig18 I have discovered your channel. love your work.
I never doubted it would start. It's a CAT. Give the old ones enough fuel and good batteries and they will go.
I had to laugh when I saw you fighting the fuel cap threads!! Been there🥴
It must be a cat thing
Been watching you for a while. I’m sure you’ll get it running.
It will run, barring no catastrophic engine damage.
Watched another oldie again! Jim
You are the best in voice over the work in progress . The expiations of what, why , and how are clear to me. In shop tapes the interaction is good. Your work with the youth staff is an excellent example of on the job education. The audio is a problem in most
outdoor " wind" it is also affected by background noise. DP has issues with talking when the background wipes out his voice. Your videos is very good. Keep up the good work.
Keep up the great work, Clint. Neat, varied content, down to earth subjects and your 'staff' and you really are a team to be admired.
The last couple D7 starters I've done I took the belly pan down to get to it. It's heavy as hell but easy access to the starter.
It’ll run. Got faith in you. Your videos are very informative for someone that’s retired and likes to tinker.
I never had a doubt Clint
Clint, you never fail to impress me. Like watching your videos.
That's pretty awesome how you barely hit the key and it cranked over like nothing
The D7G was my second dozer when I was in. I had a D7E first. The only issue i had with the G model was when you lowered the blade it was like it went into float. You (I) could not just ease the blade down. Ours had winches due to us being a Combat Engineer unit. The constructions engineers got the rippers. I was told the reason the ARMY got the D& was because they were not as popular as the D6 or the D8.
8's would drop like that too. Ease down about 6 inches and then fall. Took a while to get the hang of it without hammering the jacks but the 8's worked fine about not loosing time in a rough place. Drop and go. I liked the E's better than the F's. Listen to them snort instead of whine. A 6-C was about my favorite if it was set up right..
I agree with Mike Woods,great stuff keep up the great work.
Man you didn't even get excited when it started right up. Lol
D-7. That's the first dozer that I learned to operate. They are a great dependable machine. Thank you for sharing this video and bringing back memories.