9 1/2 Feet Tall Borax Wagons in Synopsis | Engels Coach Shop
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- Опубликовано: 28 окт 2021
- As the only ones like them in the world, these Borax Wagons are unique to Death Valley California. These were constructed in 2016 and this is a synoptic video of that construction process. The complete process can be viewed in a playlist found on this channel. ( • The new 20 Mule Team B... )
Building and restoring horse drawn vehicles will often involve unique challenges like these wagons, used in the Mojave Desert in the mid 1800s.
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The Borax wagons was my introduction to your channel.
THANK YOU, I AM GOING TO GO BACK AND WATCH IT ALL OVER AGAIN, THANK YOU AGAIN...
Dave one thousand times over thank you.
Thanks for taking me down memory lane. I told my shrink Dr. many years ago that watching you at the forge, is much better for my PTSD than any of the horrible medicines she has me taking.
The Borax wagons are how I found you, still mind blowing to see the scale of them. Good reminder.
Same
Same for me, only a few years after. I binged for a weekend catching up
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Same for me.
Same here. Been hooked since.
Jeez every time I watch the borax wagons I can't help but think its the Sherman tank of wagons. Couple behemoths! Long live the memory of the big hitch era!!
Dave, my fascination with your channel, particularly your Borax wagons, helped save my 165 day Wordle streak today! I'd have never guessed BORAX without your help! THANK YOU!
Dave you have been joining me for Saturday mourning breakfast for 5 years! THANKS Dan H
The video of these wagons hitched up and rolling was one of my favorite videos of all time.
As I sit here and watch in amazement the construction of this wagon, I can’t help but think of the process that was involved not having all of the modern electric equipment back in the day,im 77 , and still amazed at the skills this man possesses 👍
Somehow, I think calling you a, Real Craftsman, is an insult! You are so much more than this! WOW! Truly Beautiful work! I'm definitely going to watch the whole playlist on this one!
This is the project that first brought me to your channel. I got to it near the end of the project, so I was able to spend a few weeks binging the Borax project for a few hours each Saturday afternoon. Now, I can see it again without spending all that time.
Nice to watch the build of the Borax wagons again.
thanks for the walk down memory lane.
For me my Saturday starts with waking up and seeing what Dave has posted. And after viewing I feel and know there still is sensibility and purpose to the human race. Again my thanks to you, Dave, for your ways and work.
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Amen Brother. I was stationed in Montana, now in Northwestern New Mexico. Yes, there is still common sense in the world. If you don't possess it there in Montana, you could die. When I want to go off the rails, I think of my neighbor's good sense there and now here, and I straighten right back up. Blessings.
I watched the originals as they went up, but it was great to see it all over again! Quicker, this time.
i loved seeing all this again. a very special time for me. thanks very much. i have not missed a show yet.
Such a Beautiful recap of your work on the Borax Wagons 👍💯. Pure and true Craftsman at work 👍👍.
Imagine way back when they did these...with no drill presses..power tools all by hand ..now they were craftsmen...thanks for your hard work..
I was so fascinated at how much knowledge he has to accomplish what he can do, particularly with a shop full of the variety of assorted tools and machinery to do what ever does. I envy this man. He is a conqueror in his trade and God bless him.
I said it before and i'll say it again...
You're a genius Mr. Dave! Bravo...
Oh boy. Don't know how I ended up here but MAN am I excited.
Wow, that was a beautiful thing to behold. A bunch of wood and iron went in that shop and under the guidance of the skilled craftsman's hands, those gorgeous pieces fine artwork rolled out.
Hard to believe it's been that long.... awesome. Thank you.
More amazing the second time to see. The first was spectacular!!
I’ll never get tired of watching your videos. Can’t believe I’ve been following you this many years.
Thanks adage for posting this recap of the Borax Wagons. I sympathize with you on the passing of your friend, may God give peace and understanding to persevere. Thanks
Thank you. Great synopsis. I will watch the full series over Christmas.
It's hard to believe its been 5-years already. I think your suggestion to assemble the overall video group into such an overview is good and I believe will draw even more followers to your channel. Thanks for sharing your experience with us all.
Thanks for the memory dave. Will for sure rewatch borax build vids
I see the use of numerous "modern tools " in this process . This does not take away from the craftsmanship being shown here, but it does make one appreciate even more the tremendous task and abilities that craftsman of the past overcame and excelled at 140 plus years ago.
When I saw the video I started not to watch it cause the last one was like watching it in fast forward or time lapse, I think that’s what it’s called. But I really enjoyed it. If you haven’t seen the real videos take a long time and watch them. Like so many others this is where I met Dave. Also hunt other videos about the wagons, where they are kept and several trips they have been taken on, the man that has the mules that pulled the wagons. Dave didn’t show the water wagon being built. Also in one of the videos, not Dave’s, it was told that the commission spent 9 1/2 years hunting a person or company that they trusted with this built. The videos if you decide to watch will show the commitment and CRAFTSMANSHIP that this man has to build a replication of the original wagons. Again thank you for letting us follow along on this journey through history, you are a JOY to watch.
Thanks to you Mr. Engel !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
A 4th of July parade had the borax wagons come through Hailey, Id when i was a kid. They are great wagons with a wonderful history. Thanks!!!!!!!
I wasn't here for the original build, thank you for this recap.
I started watching your channel with this series. Hard to believe it was 5 years ago. I'm still fascinated with what all you can do an what you are able yo recreate.
As kid, I bike a model of these wagons with models of mules, we put it on top of dad's gun cabinet! Cool! I loved this build!
Thanks for the memories!
This was how I heard about Dave, my brother phoned me and said that I had to check out these huge Borax wagons. I was instantly totally all in. I really, really like the steam bending and the hows and whys of steam bending. Thank you, Dave, and of course Mrs. Engels, Jim H.
Man I thought I worked hard as mechanic at 63 years old. Nothing compared to what you do. Great channel.
Well it's nice to see you back. I expected you to be gone a lot longer. I hope everything went well in getting your dear friend laid to rest. My condolences to you and the family. May he rest in peace.
A once in a lifetime experience for all of us. Thank You.
Hard believe it was 5 years ago Since that time I have been watching videos on buggy wheels and carriages. When I watched the review of the borax wagon build I got a new appreciation for how massive everything was especially the ironwork. What a job it was fabricating, forge welding and assembling these thick heavy pieces of steel. And they all fit!!! Great to step back and see this build again.
I've had the pleasure to see them in person in Death Valley. Dang impressive up close too!
Me too. I think they were overbuilt. If you all get a chance go to the western museum in Santa Barbara..... amazing stuff wagons, saddles, bridles ......
Such marvelous talent. This shows just how difficult this build was; and to bring it back to life for future generations to see just how difficult life was back then.
Blacksmithing and woodworking, it doesn't get any better. I know woodworking and wish I'd learned the metalworking when I was younger, the wagon building trade seems like a dying trade. I know things you love can turn into a job, but still, what a job. Love what you do sir.
I like a lot of others started watching during the Borax build. and at each and every step/piece build I was amazed at all the technology that went the build. I never knew the amount of engineering that went into building a wagon. or buggy of any size or sort. each and every piece, nut bolt. board is engineered to perfection for it's purpose. but the best part is one has to take that and put it into action and a reality. and thats where the skill of the craftsman. comes in. and yours Dave is supreme. I can't find the right word other than that. with my limited vocabulary. I am so glad that you have that and your skill on video and documented. so that all can see how it was done then. and now. thak you so much for taking the time to remake the build into this Synopsis it was a labor of love and believe me it is so well appreciated by us all. thank you for doing it and for sharing. God Bless. ECF
I never get tired of watching these videos! I definitely missed my calling!
I had watched the original borax build series, but it was fun to watch the synopsis. Thanks for posting. I enjoy watching your craft.
After watching the build, then recently going to see the rig at the Laws Museum, I was glad to watch this again..
Wow! Incredible craftsmanship! Good to see your knowledge and skills are being passed on to another generation. That's so important.
The Borax wagon wheels were what I watched first as an introduction to you. And thank you for the synopsis.
I saw them last week in person. They are very cool and very large. I've seen the originals as well....
I cannot imagine changing a tire in the field on one of these! Thank you for sharing!
Very few if any of us can fully appreciate the craftsmanship that went into building the original wagons. But I'm sure that you and your fellow craftsman can. Even using modern machinery it was a monumental task. 11 months of hard work. I watched the original series and and am still amazed at what our predisesors accomplished with what little technology they had at the time. Again thanks for sharing.
Thank you for this condensed version. I stumbled across the original videos and they got me hooked. Have been subscribing ever since. I am still mightily impressed with your workmanship and your approach to what you do. An inspiration. Thank you for bring much enjoyment.
I was here from the beginning and watched with eager anticipation for each new video.... the trip down memory lane was equally as exciting.
So great to see this. Gosh so much work and every bit of it The highest level of craftsmanship.
So rare in modern day America, such a link to the history of our country.
I remember from child hood the box's of 20 mule team borax, with the picture of the wagons and mules.
Seeing these in real life the work making them is a part of American can do and industry that made the best of America today.
So much respect for you sir.
Thanks Dave…now I have to go back and watch the entire series, just to make sure I didn’t miss anything! (
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I can remember watching this and thinking how on earth you did what you did and now a condensed version. How did you manage to condense the hours and hours of video down to 27:43 and still tell the story. If I could do just 1% of what you can do I would be a happy man but I don't think that I can even muster the 1%. Thank you for re-posting this very enjoyable video.
Hi David this was a blast from the past if memory serves me correct you had to video the building of the borax wagons so the backers could see the progress of them being built was an amazing site to see them in the parade such a long time ago.then you made a wagon wheel for a so it could be used as a chandelier that was big to you all take care 😀👍
This video as absolutely inspiring. You don't see craftsmanship like that very often now days.
I was kind of stunned when you said it had been 5 years , But I enjoyed watching this and was almost as Impressed as I was the first time I saw it . I look forward to your videos.
Back-engineering and fine craftsmanship in many trades at its best. The pros make it all look so easy.
After seeing the build I now understand why yall needed so many mules to pull it have a day love from TEXAS
Amazing Amazing Amazing, just pure hands on building keeping us in check on how hard our past build this country on pour sweat and determination. Let us never forget. This crew who replicated these wagons are genesis
Thanks Dave for the excellent recap of the complete build. You’re so right in suggesting to folks to look up and watch the build from the start, it is awesome and reviewing those videos shows how much work was put into re-building the complete set of the 20 Mule team wagons. I really appreciate your caring for your profession and sharing with us. Fred. 🙏🏻🙏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻✋🏻✋🏻
Thanks. I guess I'm still a kinda new fella here. So, this was my first time seeing this. What a wonderful project!
Magnificent craftsmanship on the part of those highly skilled men who built these wagons. I salute you!
Those borax wagons are and will for ever remain your magnum opus, Dave. You may be proud of your work!
Take my advice: binge watch the entire Borax play list. This was my introduction to Engel's Coach shop. I came on to this channel as they were turning the oak hubs, which is the first video in the series, and, I think, the 5th video Dave posted. I have not missed one since.
When I was a kid, my older brother sent to Borax for a model of the 20 Mule Team wagons, inclding all the mules! My 92 year old, our Pastor's wife, has that same model yet.
Congratulations... For sure this accomplishment will be forever reminded! Fantastic job!
It brings me to tears to watch this again. Thank you Dave. Great Job
As many others here I started watching with the wagons. I was amazed then and am still. I imagine the effort required to put the video together was nearly as great as doing the wagons themselves. Anyone who has not seen the entire series must go back. I thank you for the wagons and I thank you for this review. Have a great day and stay safe.
Wow ! That really is allot of work. I can appreciate that type of labor. I come from and old line of shipwrights and engineers. I have seen full refits and rebuilds of the old wooden vessels. Somehow I think I was born in the wrong century, this seems very natural to me, I can almost feel it. I may be Irish by birth but my bloodline is Viking ! I grew up on ships and oil platforms ... Good job, much appreciated !
I think it was the making of the Borax Wagon Wheels that got my attention & my start in watching your videos on a regular basis. I was amazed at the SIZE of the Wheels & Wagons. I was “Awe-struck”.
It was such a privilege watching these borax wagons. Just seeing this small clip has shown me that I missed out on some at the beginning. I am looking forward to reviewing them. Many thanks
What memories. I enjoyed this video.
It is still just as awe-inspiring to see the wagons roll out of the shop for the first time.
Hi Dave:
I don't know of any of your video's that I have missed!
I am always amazed at how you pay complete attention to detail!; even going so far as to "clock" your bolts, nuts, and screw heads! If Dave tells you he has a piss ant that can eat a bale of hay,... well bring the hay, and he will bring his ant..... and watch that hay disapear one bite at a time!
You are a true master craftsman and I have come to expect no less from you!!
You make a video, and the world will beat a path to your door!
Best Wishes, And GOD BLESS!
Gary
Thanks Dave 73 AB7RR Cowboy Bob God Bless America
I watched that entire series & many before & many sins, looking forward to many more
Thank you Dave, for thinking of us all and putting this fine video together. I do not think you can get this kind of material in school books, this is hands on and the real deal.
This is pure craftsmanship which can't be seen any where else to often , all accomplished with know how and ancient machinery.
Eberhard (Germany)
Great Synopsis Dave from someone who has watched all of the videos, many of them twice.
Hi Dave
You've done this video much better than i expected.
What a wonderful time to let us be witnesses of the making back then.
Max
Seeing I have the time, I plan on watching the Borax build again. What an amazing project.
Gil n barb brought dad the hat back when they stopped to see you. Ive so enjoyed seeing all your videos
I got to watch part of the wheel making process five years ago but I never got to see the wagon build so I decided to watch this video you put up and I really enjoyed the entire package keep up the good work I'm proud of you
Tons of respect to you and your buddy there. i wish i lived close i would come by with a case of cold ones and good laughs every week!
WOW, Goosebumps! Thanks for the trip down memory lane. Like many of your followers, the original series on these wagons is what hooked me on your channel. I grew up in Southern California and spent considerable time exploring around the old mines, even had a model of the entire 20 mule team rig as a young kid some 60+ years ago, so this project was (still is) incredibly interesting. Hard to believe it has been 5 years already! As always Dave; thanks for sharing your incredible craftsmanship and thanks for allowing all of us to tag along on this wonderful journey. Best wishes to you and Diane!
Also that period correct blacksmith shop gets huge thumbs up from me!! Miss swinging a hammer haven't done it in ages.
Wow, fell down this rabbit hole, and glad I did. Easily one of the coolest channels ever!!!!
this was a once and a lifetime build . i got to see them in a parade
History in the making. So important. Thanks Dave and crew
I am here for the long haul and enjoy every mile of the ride,thanksDave.
Blast from the past!
That was a nice trip down memory lane, though I joined you a litle after this, I binge watched all 40 video's over a weekend
You sir and your life's work are a national treasure.
Thank you for your work in putting this overview of building the borax wagons.
Something that once was so common a task, but today is a unique one.
Stay safe, and thanks again.