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Alan really needs his own camera man & editor. I need more videos from Alan, he seems like a man I could trust with my mom!

I love Dave Sparks for letting Alan have his own video, he killed it.

Dave Sparks has struck Gold with Allan! I hope he's paying him well because he's worth every cent plus some! Allan literally knows something about everything. Its actually surprising how well Allan is on camera for as excentric as he is. Big Allan fan here!!

I am not a mechanic, but Allan patiently explains what he is doing, and this makes it interesting for me to watch what he is doing, and his explanations seem to make sense to me.

Could watch Alan repair old machines for hours straight, what a legend 🙌🏻

I’m a, computer network, technician entrepreneur for decades, and I’m extremely analytical in problem-solving, and usually do very well. What an honor to listen to Alan “teach me”.. I laughed at the time that when the parents were gone, I pulled the Briggs & Stratton engine off of our lawnmower and bolted it to floor to ceiling window frame in our new addition that was be in no built on the house. Then, I pulled off the back because I wanted to “ see how it worked”. The second I started it up and the oil was sprayed onto the concrete inside the house, after I had “ killed” the engine I looked in amazement at the perfect “oil spray pattern, then looked inside the engine and decided I was done with the self-taught lesson” and decided I was done for the day. Put some oil dry on the concrete, swept everything up, put some more oil in the engine and tested it. “Class dismissed”. Alan strikes me as that type of a guy when he was younger. I’m blown away by his knowledge about everything mechanical. Please keep posting his videos. He’s a great addition to the team… I learn a lot from him “ without starting an oil fire” 😉🤣

Y’all should build alan a work truck he deserves one.

I wonder if Alan had any idea how many people would enjoy his content on KZfaq. The guy had my interest peaked from the day Dave introduced him.

Im so glad Alan listened to me while I was teaching him everything

Give Alan a truck so that he gets out of the car full of tools in trunk

I don't make many comments but I just want to say that Alan is such an asset. His deductive reasoning in making repairs is how all mechanics should work. In a day when "mechanics" usually just swap out parts this guy actually fixes things, He readily admitted that his knowledge of these systems was limited but he made a piece of scrap metal into a valuable asset that you guys really need in that yard.

There's nobody more qualified to fix old heavy equipment than Alan. That guy is king of old machines.

Don't forget, the engine pulley is 4 times bigger than the alternator pulley, so the alternator spins 4 times faster. Looks like you have a useful FLT there, once the oil spill is fixed.

Alan is soo freekin smart. More content please. Love it

Love watching Alan working on motors he explains a lot. I vote to have his own camera man following him around good video guys. 👍👍👍

Allen to the rescue. He should be employee of the month or even the year. Dave give him a big raise!

Alan, you're a genius! I love watching your mind work. You make do with what you have as much as you can rather than just replacing a bunch of parts Very old school.

The Wizard 🧙‍♂ Getting things done ⚡ ⚡ Good work Alan

What is it about Alans personality that is so appealing to watch? He's just real, no fakeness at all. I really enjoy when he is processing to problem solve.

I really enjoy watching this kind of videos where Alan explains and shows how stuff works. This is better than formal education. Keep doing what you are doing Alan, nice job.

I like to see and hear Alan at work. He is simple yet thorough - a wizard - in truth

I have one question, where did Alan get all his knowledge from? Was it the jobs he’s had or college/trade school? He certainly is a Wizard, awesome! Love love love his videos!!!

40 minutes of "Troubleshooting with Alan"? Yes please! 😎😎🤘🤘

Hey Allan! You should have your own line of locking pliers and call them "wizard grips" Ride ride ride!

good job allen, its a process of elimination to get everything working properly, you always earn your title as a mechanical wizard

Nice work Alan

I'm guessing one of the injectors was stuck preventing you from moving the rack. Chris managed to break it free releasing the rack. Stuck injectors are a common problem on 2-stroke Detroits that have sat for some time. I learned that from Bus Grease Monkey (Scott Crosby) here on the Tubes. Another masterful resurrection by the Wizard.

The little tappy tap tap. Always works. Plus the BFH.😂

After watching this training video I can now add "forklift mechanic" to my resume. Thanks Alan!

I have watched sooo many Bus Grease Monkey episodes that I was yelling at the screen "The governor is not broken, an injector is stuck!" I was also glad that the injector was not stuck in the full flow position. I have never been able to work on one of these Detroit Diesels personally however this was a first for me. Watching Allan work on one and having learned to diagnose the problem from another content creator. KZfaq is Wizzard!

That's why they call you the wizard. You can fix anything. Good job Alan.

Alan is one great asset to the team!

Connecteam is really the perfect solution to manage deskless employees!!

Watching makes me wish I was twenty years younger because you guys need a real diesel mechanic. I do enjoy watching your struggles though. Keep on Truckin Alan.

Really enjoyed the video. I like the "thinking out loud" Alan as he trouble shoots the issues. Learned a lot. We need more videos like this. Thanks

Alan is 'The Wizard'. Really enjoyed the longer format, looking forward to seeing that beast completed. Best.

The Diesel Wizard! Go Alan! LEGEND!

Alen the rack you are rocking back and forth is the injectors rack .Never ever start a Detroit without pulling the valve cover off and making sure NO injectors are stuck.the intake flapper you were talking about earlier is just in case an injector was stuck. OPEN, you can shut all the air off from the intake and kill the motor. Without this, it will run away, and there is nothing you can do to shut the air off it will run full throttle and BLOW THE MOTOR .You're just lucky your fuel problem probably was your life savor on that motor.First thing I do is first secure a way to cut off the intake air ,like a big flat piece of plywood to cover the intake to cut off the air on any diesel engine this will save the motor if it runs away at full throttle. All Detroits, if you are setting anytime at all, you have to see if any injectors are stuck and rotate at least 2 complete rotations and look at all the injectors as the motor is turning by hand .Then you can try to start the engine.Gods favor was on your side on this one.If the air flapper is not free above the intake, just lose it up so you can flip it shut and keep it from running away.Everyone who runs that forklift should be informed how to keep the engine from running away.With the use of the factory flapper.

That forklift is a BEAST! I’ve used one for over a year. They lift entire Trucks, Trailers in a lay down yard.

I've always said, "any supposed mechanic who does not have a good selection of hammers is no mechanic." Alan, you definitely qualify. And, you are fun to watch figure out what's needed. Another qualification of a good mechanic.

Alan is the definition of a handyman knows alot about everything that needs to make stuff work 👌💪👍

Good ol GM 1 wire alternator. I've been screaming it since Alan first mentioned the alternator was missing lol.

Always a good day when the Sparks crew uploads.

way to go Allan, resurrect the dead

Forget wikipedia and google, we got Alan!

Allan is the Wizard for sure. I love how he explains in detail how and why what he is thinking. I would love to apprentice with a guy like that.

Man, we love Dave & what he's been able to do in his life, & with that said @ every turn, you find the man blessing others everyplace "hence Allen". The world sure could use more Dave Sparks in it I'll tell ya that! Mr Wizard we must see you in a cool truck with lift and all tools abord, you damn sure deserve it.

Alan You are the WIZARD OF KNOWLEDGE. You need you're owe cameraman. Thanks HeavyD for bring Alan on board 👍

I work with a Italian company at my work who makes all our machines for retreading big truck tires. and at our shop in Maryland we have 3 machines that or one of a kind builds so when I call for parts the say the same thing wiggins said to you. Thank God that where I work they use a lot of the same parts for different things. I'm 53 will turn 54 in December and wish that company's that built test models had kept better paper work then actually transferred it to computer databases!!! Getting old sucks when you know that when stuff was made they knew but newer folks were to lazy to input complete records of builds!!!! GOD bless the Wizard Alan!!!!!

Woody Harrelson has really turned around in his career. From Zombie movies to working at Sparks Motors. Pretty Cool.

Just looking at the comments here gives me hope for humanity..and that there are people in the world who can relate to authentic characters like Allan..He seems to be living in the moment ,! and it is something precious to this world…

Alan , excellent job of explaining your troubleshooting process , the vertical tube on the side of the Detroit 3-53 is the governor assembly . You are the true wizard !!!

the wizard is an invaluable resource, every time I meet a person like this in life they are always under paid and under appreciated. I sure hope you guys are taking care of Alan.

Alan is a wealth of knowledge. Few men like him around

Hey Alan! Great to see you figured out that stuck governor cam. It's a common issue on these older Detroits. When you encounter your next one, make sure to check it before startup. It can be stuck at full throtle in the worst case. Just a little oil and some wiggle action and those cams will turn freely in no-time.

This is basically a look inside the head and thought process of a genius. Incredible video and Allen is amazing.

Alan is incredible. I’ve already seen i’m late to the party saying we want to see more of alan.

Whatever the Wizard touches, it seems like it always works or even works better than it was when it was new

Alan knows where to look then is able to fix. Great job Alan! The right people for the right job. His thought process is amazing. Thanks for sharing.

All Wizard all the time! More Wizard episodes please.

Double dose of Alan today. Lucky day. Keep up the good work Alan!

Who knew from years ago videos, that Alan would be such a great likable host ?!! Bravo - this is a good one

Alan is very good at explaining everything that is going on, it makes me feel like I'm right there with him. Thanks Alan!! Great video!!

Alan is amazing. He doesn't get enough respect. Probably not enough money either.

So glad you were able to get it running.👍 God Bless. ❤🙏

I love watching Alan's videos. He's got a super chill vibe and is really a genius.

Alan, you shoulda bought the made in USA Power Master (brand name) with the Built-In Regulator, Single Wire with the Small diameter pulley which artificially speeds up the alternator. 13.8 V guaranteed, no additional wiring etc. I bought the 140 amp which charges two batteries no problem, because my Suburban has two batteries AND two A/C units and now she charges AT Idle with ALL of the Silverado electrical stuff on full with zero probs! You'll never over-rev it either with just a fork lift. Live and learn like I did. Now You AND I know! Great Video Alan, love your stuff brother. May the Fortress be with you! lol

In it's day Wiggins made a strong reliable forklift

Derek Bieri would be proud of your use of the best tool ever created.

What?! More of Alan the Wizard? Yes!!!!!

Really like watching Alan's problem-solving. Genius work there.

I knew that Allan would get it running.

A process of a smart man getting even smarter.. or in this case a wizard getting wiser, beautiful!

Thank you Alan, I finally understand what an exciter wire is and how it works.

You guys need more Alan’s, great job Alan 😀👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️

Love how his mind works... Mr wiserd. He needs a fully stocked work truck! And a raise....

Wow, I never knew that about the power curve with an internal regulator. I learned me some knowledge from the WIZARD!!! 😂😂😂❤

Alan is a true national treasure. Full of great information and ideas

Everyone needs a good problem solver in their lives! Heavy D found his and better not let him slip away 🙌

Alan its an old GM motor. If they sit around unused for a long time the injectors can seize open or shut and I've seen (bus grease monkey) take them out and clean them so the motor doesn't run away on him when he starts it for the first time. He has a channel here on YT and is an expert on the old GM bus motors and buses.

Allen does a great job explaing all about the job he is doing 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

Alan is awesome.

great to see alan do his thing he fun to watch not like hans always has stick his two cents in and wreck a good video (hans go get lunch for heavy D )

I love watching Alan getting things going !!!

This is gonna be a good one.

Give allen an old rusty Coke can, a battery + a old toothbrush, and he'll create you a terrace sweeper! He's the Wizz! Mc Guyver learned all he knew from Allen. Thank you for the lesson Sir!

Just to show you how long alternators have been around and they a basically still the same. The cars in those days had a plug from the car that would plug into the field. If they didn't have the plug we would wire them just like Allen is doing. and this was 55yrs ago. Boy what he is doing brings back memories.

great job guys on the fight against cancer be safe god bless

The Wizard strikes again. Entertaining and really good problem solving. Super informative. Nice work Alan.

Alan they call him the Wizz, great work Alan as always you stay with it till it is done be safe god bless

Not only does the Wizard have amazing technical ability, but he great at explaining to camera what he is doing. A real asset!

Allan is quite possibly the most interesting man in the world. Name someone more interesting!.

I think Alan's in love!! And it's not even springtime!

I love Alan’s videos, he’s a character 😂😂

Alan, it's great that you are coming out of your shell, Wizards are usually loners, Sparks motors has been good for you, wish you liked 65 Mustangs rather than Dodges. So from West Valley City,i'm waiting for the next installment.

so nice seeing Alan analyzing the issue and fixing it step by step

Allan reminnds me of my uncle extremely knowledgeable and very explanatory

Truly a wizard at work! A mechanical wizard! 👏🏻

Allen’s a wizard 😊