Liberating The Caterpillar Excavator after its 25 year sleep..

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10 ай бұрын

Me and the crack team and recovery experts (farmers)
Managed to get the cat excavator loaded up onto a trailer and moved back to the ranch.
Will We get this thing running?

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@stephransley4371 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely brilliant to see, what a powerful machine that Foden is.

@DieyoungDiefast 9 ай бұрын

Way better than its replacement

@CmndrFluffy 9 ай бұрын

Tractor: I can't, I just can't mate... Foden: Hold my tea, mate...

@JobBorn86 9 ай бұрын

Foden did it while holding it's own tea 😅

@callen6893 9 ай бұрын

So far the Foden seems to be the best investment you’ve made. Nice to see Matt still exists. Things seemed to go smoother once manager Ted showed up.

@UKSimon4170 9 ай бұрын

The more I see that Foden working, the more impressed I get. Local recovery company here recently bought one, bloody amazing piece of kit.

@JAY61ish 9 ай бұрын

JCB Fastrack... totally owned by Monster Foden...

@studips 9 ай бұрын

The Foden just sat there shaking it’s head at the JCBs efforts

@Keith-middleton70 9 ай бұрын

🤣🤣

@Unknown1880 9 ай бұрын

Seems like every farmer needs a Foden🎉

@max16 9 ай бұрын

jesus. the foden did not care that the digger was behind it. what a unit.

@tommyfree4736 9 ай бұрын

If done correctly them wreckers will pull out a tank that's stuck in mud. Awesome bits of kit

@samrodian919 9 ай бұрын

The Foden certainly does what it says on the tin! Awesome bit of kit! And the British Army binned them and instead got something far less capable. Typical!

@MCMLXXXIV1984 9 ай бұрын

@@samrodian919 but armored. That's why they got rid ofthem

@toml8142 9 ай бұрын

@@MCMLXXXIV1984the Faden was replace due to the Man contract, that bent if it had to achieve its specified turning circle. Every Man RV truck was ritually humiliated by loosing a tug-o-war with the Foden before it’s retirement

@user-ff5sx1ev3s 9 ай бұрын

Great video guys good to see fitter Matt

@kreemkrackered3755 9 ай бұрын

Those Fodens are probably one of the most practical vehicles I've ever seen - I've yet to see anything you've uploaded that they can't handle. Absolute beasts. 😮

@richboyo8306 9 ай бұрын

With all the crap I watch on KZfaq I’m the happiest when you boys release a video. Just good lads being lads. Brilliant. Keep the videos coming you cheer many people up. 😊

@unluckyalf2007 9 ай бұрын

These guys should have been on Scrapheap Challenge back in the day

@dennis38y 9 ай бұрын

That’s a cracking restoration on the Fasttrac after the fire 🔥!

@knusern666 9 ай бұрын

Just needed a few bodypanels and a bit of paint

@robleary3353 9 ай бұрын

Bodgey brothers recovery!. Love it!. 🤣 Always a laugh, but get the job done!. Nuff said.🤣

@Paddington60 9 ай бұрын

You comment reminds me of the name I would call my boat repair yard, "Bodgeit and Scarper" !

@hammyh1165 9 ай бұрын

That would look great sign written on the Foden doors 😂

@danielgarza8381 5 ай бұрын

That joke at 4:17 that everyone missed is hilarious 🤣

@nikoshi1988 9 ай бұрын

I just love that Foden. It really does not give a damn what's behind it, it just goes ❤

@Keith-middleton70 9 ай бұрын

Seen enough diesel brothers to know removing the planetary gears is the easier way,BUT you guys are very entertaining 😂😂 keep up the great work you lot & that FODEN is a Monster!!

@johnnunn8688 9 ай бұрын

Puts sunnies on, to protect eyes from grinder sparks; sets fire to bollocks. Neat.

@SalvageWorkshop 9 ай бұрын

Well Done! I love moving old junk, and DANG that Foden is INCREDIBLY versatile and I wish I had one!

@chrisjack7857 9 ай бұрын

That foden sounds so good! Great videos as ever! Keep em coming. My no 1 channel.

@raytheron 9 ай бұрын

If the Foden can't move it, nothing will. What a machine!

@edwardpigg 9 ай бұрын

Highly enjoyable video.. as a farmers son myself, it’s easy to see the expert eye for precision..

@snaggletooth555 9 ай бұрын

We're definitely a different breed 😂

@juststeve5542 9 ай бұрын

As a close friend of a farmer, I can appreciate the top level farmering I'm witnessing in this video.

@mangore623 9 ай бұрын

So, what I’ve gathered from these videos is that the best way to find a vehicle that’s easily repairable is to ask Joe for his assessment. If he gives it the thumbs up, it’s likely beyond repair. Perhaps the most enjoyable channel on KZfaq these days.

@vtc5961 9 ай бұрын

Foden is just an absolute weapon. Would love to see a full walkround of the mighty beast

@paoloviti6156 9 ай бұрын

The Foden never fails to impress me, really it has become my favourite vehicle among other favorite vehicles 😅😅😅 A bit of work has to be done on this vehicle but it will be a very useful addition to your park👍👍👍

@WaceyJay 9 ай бұрын

Fitter Matt is something like a blister... shows up when the hard works done lol.... I still love that foden

@tomgriffin286 9 ай бұрын

The Foden really came into it's own - what a machine!

@Black3ternity 9 ай бұрын

Another great video. I love your content. Would love one or two videos on the Foden itself. How it works, what it can do etc. Maybe some upgrades or modifications you plan or want? This thing is a beast and I always enjoy it when you can hear the distinct engine sound in your video.

@Wriglarr 9 ай бұрын

The No5 bent, but the plastic cable ties held, mind blown....

@kippamip 9 ай бұрын

Nice little save chaps. Great to see the northern monkey Matt again, and I love the hitching system on that fast track very Gucci. It will be great if you get that old wreck up and running.

@douhacomcastnet 9 ай бұрын

Even though he showed up late, it was good to see Matt again.

@andrewhumphries4029 9 ай бұрын

This channel reminds me of my Dad. he was a 26 yr old sgt major in the REME in 1940 in the Battle of France. He was a 'get it to work by any means' guy and would have loved seeing this!

@thelincolnshirespannerman 9 ай бұрын

Seen some sketchy things in my time, but that was fantastic 😂 excellent use of British equipment to rescue the American 😑 10/10 thanks for your service sir 🧐😂

@jayd1974 9 ай бұрын

That Foden had some power 👍Nice Fastrack too👍Will love to see that old Cat machine working 👌

@andrewwww7684 9 ай бұрын

Those Foden's are absolute BEASTS and you just know its gonna be a great episode when one of them is deployed, can't wait too see the CAT 360 come back to life and I can't believe that kids haven't wrecked it more than they did over many years its sat there when you first showed it.

@DiveJersey 9 ай бұрын

You know its heavy when the Foden needs more than idle to move it. What a machine. Great watching you guys.

@dickdegraaff5452 9 ай бұрын

Hi Joe, When this Caterpillar crawler crane will start and runs properly she’s absolutely worth restoring the machine because they were very reliable machines and always can be very useful in your property also for lifting out engines out of your collection of army vehicles. I look forward to your next vlog and send you love from the Netherlands

@teamidris 9 ай бұрын

Nothing weird on those. And it rolls, and I bet the chrome rods are good enough, because they were chromed properly. I bet it will pop some hoses though due to ageing.

@Dan-fu9uy 9 ай бұрын

Crazy what a good operator can do with one of those machines, extremely versatile with a bit of imagination which this bunch does not lack. I'd love to have a pint or two getting the hands dirty with them.

@seanohalloran 9 ай бұрын

The Foden has to be one of the best bits of kit you have in your garage. It’s certainly my favourite, just an awesome machine. When’s the Foden merch coming out 😅

@samrodian919 9 ай бұрын

And they have TWO of 'em lol

@Xyzabc998 9 ай бұрын

infinitely ingenious. Truly a MacGuyer of our times. The Foden is king.

@kite7214 9 ай бұрын

After all MY years with military vehicles I never knew that I would love that Foden so much.

@mikefoley360 9 ай бұрын

The Foden is impressive, nearly as useful as baling twine :)

@MaraDaCoriovallum 9 ай бұрын

This Foden Recovery Truck is awesome.....😁👌

@genesiscomputersystems5628 9 ай бұрын

The JCB was like bringing a stone to a gun fight (trying to pull the digger) The Foden on the other hand is like bringing an 88mm Antiaircraft gun to a gun figth, that Foden is a beast

@nickhill2223 9 ай бұрын

Arguably one of the best machines of its time, the Cat 215, (only an Akerman could give it a run for its money.) Drove a 215 about 30 years back, would have another tomorrow. If you cant rebuild it, replace it with another 3304, those engines just sing when they're working flat out.

@ldnwholesale8552 9 ай бұрын

That JCB identifies as a RAV 4.

@user-wt8lg3sr1j 9 ай бұрын

Difficult evacuation. But, you did it. Well done!

@ianwood9457 9 ай бұрын

Don't think your moving the digger with a shovel mate......hahahaha go on mad lads 👍🇬🇧😎

@briancollins2027 2 ай бұрын

Much against my better judgement we need to see more of Brian Blessed! Viva Fitter Matt!

@darrenhawken9766 9 ай бұрын

Great work , did a proper lash up on that 👌, will be nice to see the CAT running and earning again 👍💨💨

@steve1315 9 ай бұрын

As usual a good video guys 😎😎👍👍,Mr health and safety don't get complacent with welding use the right gear .

@chrisgosling6083 9 ай бұрын

love watching the foden at work, its a monster!!!!!

@UhtredRagnarsson1949 9 ай бұрын

I swear that the Foden could pull a house down, with little or no trouble, love it.

@stevemorris3710 9 ай бұрын

Great job getting it done with what's available.

@ThrottleAddiction 9 ай бұрын

*Far out... everyone should have a Foden!*

@escortmexico6909 9 ай бұрын

The Foden is the Ron Jeremy of the truck world !!! Lol

@andrewgray1949 9 ай бұрын

"I am Foden of Borg: Resistance is Futile"

@mrrolandlawrence 9 ай бұрын

amazing how old stuff gets new life!

@beaujeste1 9 ай бұрын

Good to see ‘Fitter Matt’ back!

@markclifton14 9 ай бұрын

That Foden showed that Fast track up. What a beast .

@woodennecktie 9 ай бұрын

blocking rotation also helps . but in al. aspects a great recouvery

@leonkrouwel1878 9 ай бұрын

Soooo, the next projects Together with MasterMilo: get your excavators up and running, Get the T34 (Hewes Hull, MM engine) up and running, and yeah, do some crazy things whatsoever ;-)

@kwinterburn 9 ай бұрын

Excellent work , the Fastrac just doesn't have enough weight to move the Excavator , the Foden has what it takes

@carlcarlamos9055 9 ай бұрын

The tractor would have done it, but required lots of cable, skookums, and time. Take care.

@dwrowley 9 ай бұрын

That foden is so impressive, didn't even know that it was towing it

@annechristiansen941 9 ай бұрын

Tusen takk for god underholdning 👍🤗👍

@robwigglezz944 9 ай бұрын

I have full faith y'all will have it at least 69% functional

@stephenhunter70 9 ай бұрын

Now the TLC(Fun) begins! She sure needs it!

@T_ndhlovunator 9 ай бұрын

Crane truck is a beast, glad i found this channel.

@liamterry5301 9 ай бұрын

Love me a good Mr. Hewes video in the morning!!!! What a babe pulling that Kitty behind it like it's nothing!!!!

@davidgibbings6085 9 ай бұрын

As usual a mint vid , saw Adam at honiton hill rally last week . What a nice chap 👍

@Astro_Nullity 9 ай бұрын

“I identify as a Foden” lmao 😂

@321minder 9 ай бұрын

Yeah, that Foden. What a bit of kit.

@ianb6595 9 ай бұрын

Nice to see fitter mat lending a hand, you can rest. this to its former glory

@weaselman24 9 ай бұрын

Foden: 'Bro do you even low range?'

@dkstudios4778 9 ай бұрын

indeed very enjoyable wish we could have more :D

@blxtothis 9 ай бұрын

When in doubt, Foden up!

@alexb.1320 9 ай бұрын

The Foden impresses me more each time. But I do like that hitch on the JCB tractor, it was muscle power and farm jacks if needed back on the farm in my day. I take it the UK doesn't have farm exemptions for roading farm equipment that you had to stay on "private" access lanes?

@colinblick8946 9 ай бұрын

I think that bloody Foden will outlive us all…..what a weapon😉

@TimFenton-dx4xe 9 ай бұрын

Looking forward to getting it going 🎉

@-DC- 9 ай бұрын

JCB = Junk Constantly Breaking 😂

@Teyanis 9 ай бұрын

That'd be a handy little machine if you can get it running again.

@stevedangerous1 9 ай бұрын

Ace yet again ..get the big cat goin...

@duceboy100 9 ай бұрын

Can't wait to see the next video on this. Enjoy your comedy.

@joesanchez979 9 ай бұрын

Love this video 😊

@MrSimonfoz 9 ай бұрын

The Foden is the daddy !

@markdonovan500 9 ай бұрын

Please guys, safety gloves always 🙏

@liamterry5301 9 ай бұрын

You know that went a lot better than I thought 🧐🤔 it was going to go. LMAO 😂🤣

@MrHewes 9 ай бұрын

I was just as shocked 🤣

@liamterry5301 9 ай бұрын

@@MrHewes 🤣😂🤣😂

@retiredlogman 9 ай бұрын

I owned a cat 215 prior to selling my quarry. It was a great size machine to own. If I remember right the unit was made in Belgium. It had a Perkins diesel for power.

@nickhill2223 9 ай бұрын

Only ever a Cat 3304 in the 215 as far as I am aware, it was the smaller 'Cat' machines which had the Perkins offering.