Repairing "The Cheapest Excavator I Could Find" How Bad could it be??

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@garymucher4082 2 жыл бұрын

I realize there are tons of people making videos that cover similar topics and such, but for some reason I enjoy watching yours better than most anyone else. Something about how you make your videos that are always interesting to me. Watch Wes Work's videos are right there with yours as well. I could watch you two all day long... Thumbs Up!

@darrensmith2571 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve thought the same thing!

@lawrencewillard6370 2 жыл бұрын

It's his honesty, sharing his job with us.

@CompleteToiletGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Proper way of doing an oil change is you freeze the block with liquid nitrogen, once done chipping the oil out, use the impact to properly set torque on the drain plug, go until it loosens then a quarter turn more. Make sure to use red loctite as well for best sealing! ...but seriously your way is the correct way, you get way more sludge out.

@duncandmcgrath6290 2 жыл бұрын

🤣

@jamesleaty7308 2 жыл бұрын

Dont forget the hilljack method. open all the plugs on the freeway and motor on down the rd .

@tlbfarm4473 2 жыл бұрын

Hot mo' bettah!

@billmiller7138 2 жыл бұрын

Damn, I thought it was tighten till it strips and then back off a quarter turn. I've been doing it wrong forever!

@freeradical431 2 жыл бұрын

After freezing with liquid nitrogen just remove the oil pan with all the oil in it. I freeze it so I dont spill any on my new latex gloves. This way I dont have to mess with those pesky drain plugs.

@jasonkuehl639 2 жыл бұрын

It never ceases to amaze me how much an exhaust leak can sound like a rod knock. I've seen vehicles and equipment scrapped because the "engine is shot", just to be fixed by a few gaskets, a manifold, or sometimes even just a piece of exhaust pipe!

@DieselCreek 2 жыл бұрын

Yes exactly, and at the same time the engine in my dragline has several large cracks in it but it runs perfectly smooth and doesn’t sound like it has any leaks at all🤷🏼‍♂️🤣

@garyr7027 Жыл бұрын

Lol... true. Never assume a engine is shot until all other possibilities are exhausted.

@AbiAjha 9 ай бұрын

Lppl😊❤

@luyenlo3181 5 ай бұрын

W❤

@mikeyb5581 2 жыл бұрын

In regards to oil changes, my dad taught me 50 some years ago, that you always warm up the engine first. That gets all the oil and sediment stirred up and it will more completely drain out. Sure, you have to be a little careful that you don't get things to hot, just warm. I really like your common sense and honest approach to working on stuff.

@LatitudeSky 2 жыл бұрын

Short of being free, this Kobelco was still one of the biggest bargain deals I have ever seen. You practically stole it for that price! As a huge bargain hunter, I am extremely jealous of that deal. And it is not some junkpile, either. It works. It digs. It does it all. And it's a 250-class! Perfect size. So feeding it expensive oil and TLC and some parts is still worth it. And then some. This machine has already paid off a lot of itself just doing the borrow pit. In my area, Kobelcos are the machine of choice for heavy demo. Not new machines. Older ones. They don't need new when these things take a beating and run forever.

@Nick-fw5uj 2 жыл бұрын

Second hand stuff is expensive in the US, in the Netherlands you can buy machines like this (fully functioning and in good condition) for about 15.000 to 20.000

@haydona1845 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah this is a smokin deal. I couldn't believe my ears when he said he got a 56000 pound machine that runs and operates for 16k

@brianmoylan3442 2 жыл бұрын

@@Nick-fw5uj hi nick il like to buy some . I'm based in Ireland.

@Nick-fw5uj 2 жыл бұрын

@@brianmoylan3442 I guess you have to look on some Dutch / European websites

@terryrogers1025 2 жыл бұрын

That sounds oh so sweet after the new exhaust manifold. Going to be a good machine for you young man. Thanks for the ride along. Warm the engine oil before draining the oil. Been doing it for years and have yet to have engine problems caused by oil issues.

@jimbrewer2893 2 жыл бұрын

Dad taught me a lot about working on engines. When he said change the oil hot, you better do it. All of my formal training was the same way. I've been turning wrenches close to 50 years. I still change oil hot.

@dbspecials1200 Жыл бұрын

It's fine to do it hot, but not the moment you shut it off. give it a few minutes to all migrate down into the pan as much as possible. you never get it all, but you want most. that's one advantage of doing it cold in the morning, you know almost all of it is sitting right on top of the drain plug, it had all night to seep down there and settle. as long as it gets changed frequently.. surely dad told you about how Marvel Mystery Oil is high in detergent and cleans out lifters and oil galleys.

@kinkong1961 2 жыл бұрын

fully qualified diesel mechanic for 35 years and you should always run the engine first before draining old oil unless engine is compromised and what you said is CORRECT. nice video.

@alan6832 2 жыл бұрын

Is that Mitsubishi engine the same as Dodge used back before they used Cummins?

@bigospig 2 жыл бұрын

Watching someone remove exhaust manifold hardware is equal parts exciting and terrifying. We've all been there, so we celebrate when they don't break and we're crestfallen when they snap.

@stromxtc2033 2 жыл бұрын

Hehe, he must be living right 👍

@rsprockets7846 2 жыл бұрын

@@stromxtc2033 THE GODS AND PB BLASTER GODS ARE WITH HIM

@timderks5960 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely run the engine before draining the oil. Not only for speed, because hot oil runs faster, but also for quality. Modern synthetic oils are made to suspend particles (unlike the old stuff, that had particles settle out to the bottom), so it can get to the oil filters. Anything that doesn't get filtered will be suspended in the oil if the engine has been running, so it comes out with an oil change. If you don't run the engine before an oil change, depending on how long it has been sitting, those particles can have settle to the bottom, so you'd drain the oil, but leave the crap in the system. It won't be much, since most junk gets filtered out in the oil filters, but it's still a thing to keep in mind.

@scott-ww8mw 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@anthonymiller7003 2 жыл бұрын

yep get it moving before a oil change. anything that was in the oil will drain out. or will be in the filter.. thats why they have a filter. lol. old sludge drains better in a warm engine..

@timderks5960 2 жыл бұрын

@Jim jibroni Lol. What do you think happens when you shut off an engine. That hot oil magically stays everywhere? Only when you undo the drain plug that oil actually starts dripping down? If you drain a cold engine, everything above the oil level line will be just as "dry" as it would be when you drain a hot engine. You know why? Because that cold engine was hot once, and when it was shut off, all the hot oil already ran down, just like it does when you drain a hot engine. It's like magic! If anything, a hot engine has more oil left in it, because a cold engine once was a hot engine, only in a cold engine the oil has had a lot of extra time to drip down.

@mohtje1001 2 жыл бұрын

@Jim jibroni I don't think this makes much sense. After running a car for example, the oil is hot and sinks to the bottom of the oil pan. During an oil change, the only thing that you are doing is draining this oil pan, and filling it again with fresh oil. The oil that goes up top is coming from the oil filter, and that is the reason why you always also fill up the new oil filter with oil. And even besides all of this, engine oil won't dilute that easily even when hot. Your parts will always be in a light coat of oil. In a good working engine, oil pressure builds up instantly and dry time running is almost non-existent. So I would absolutely agree with running the engine before draining.

@billmiller7138 2 жыл бұрын

@Jim jibroni What happens when you shut it off hot and restart it without an oil change? About exactly the same I’d say.

@alcopower5710 2 жыл бұрын

She really sounds great after replacing that manifold. I think warm or hot is the only way to change fluids. Can wait for the pressure washer 👍

@Tech-Dave 7 ай бұрын

You are absolutely Right and getting the engine hot before you change the oil.

@danieloutloud9151 2 жыл бұрын

As all of those nuts on the exhaust manifold squeaked loose I almost shouted because , having taken many a manifold free from the engine , it has been my lot to break at least two bolts in getting each one off . You were so fortunate to only have one rounded nut to deal with . Bravo !

@Stepclimb 2 жыл бұрын

Same here! He needs to go buy a lottery ticket. Lady Luck was smiling on him.

@Patella72 2 жыл бұрын

I always love how he's not afraid to tackle any project.

@drummingriffin 2 жыл бұрын

Cordless angle grinders, can't beat them 😊 On the subject of oil chages? Yes, warm the engine always in my book. The oil drains more quickly and fully. Great video once again Matt.

@mikedarby4872 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. Nice to see someone who does the job properly. I was always told to heat the engin up befor an oil change, my father was a mechanic for may years.

@charliesanders6596 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been a field service mechanic for 10+ years now and I’ve always changed the oil when hot. It helps get all the oil out and the sludge and dirt will be suspended in the oil better.

@pauldiesel4582 2 жыл бұрын

Changing the oil hot! I agree with your reasoning the same that the thick gunk comes out only when it’s hot too. Especially on equipment that has not been maintained for a very long time. Great Video Matt!

@joshestess 2 жыл бұрын

A great tip to anyone doing maintenance on their own vehicle for the first time or anytime. Always make sure the old rubber seal comes off with the old oil filter. You don't want to double seal it. It will blow out

@ttyR265 11 ай бұрын

Same applies to diesel filters. Just helped a friend with his Dodge 5.9 after a shop changed the fuel filter. Fuel sprayed out...double-sealed.

@steveperyer4850 2 жыл бұрын

Matt you have a great job making your equipment better, and being ready to Use it! I have been watching since the beginning of your channel and always like how you show the mistakes you make, keeping it real! Thanks for all you do, and God Bless🙏👍

@drunkdunc8738 2 жыл бұрын

You could dig yourself a big hole with a machine that size Matt , in more ways than one 😲🍻

@drunkdunc8738 2 жыл бұрын

@@DMAX-tp4pc 👍yeah, generally good machines but the company I worked for bought one with low hours not realising 99% of those hours was used with a rock breaker . One by one the hydraulic rams went and became a money pit to fix . Matt did well with this one touchwood 🤞🍻

@raeanker3078 2 жыл бұрын

@@drunkdunc8738 It’s like anything second hand with no history ,it’s always a gamble what you end up with. If your lucky enough to come across one that’s been a owner operator machine it’s more likely to be looked after ,we tend to look after the things we have to pay for ,Cheers.

@drunkdunc8738 2 жыл бұрын

@@raeanker3078 exactly, there’s no passing the buck for not regularly greasing etc with owner operators, good chance to get a few extras thrown in like parts and attachments too👍 🍻

@godfreypoon5148 2 жыл бұрын

A dirty hoe is just the ticket, if a big hole is what you're looking for.

@mitchellgourley4642 2 жыл бұрын

Never fails Matt you do a great job I love to watch your videos very educational keep up the good work

@ToxicMrSmith 2 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah. Been looking forward to another video from my favourite creek! Good stuff Matt!

@uglyfrog7263 Жыл бұрын

Love seeing all the time you are putting into the SK 250, looks like a labor of love to me. Thanks for sharing Matt.

@eddiepatterson5025 2 жыл бұрын

When I changed oil I made sure the engine is hot so every ounce would drain out. Looking forward to seeing the next video on this excavator.

@brolle87 2 жыл бұрын

i started to watch your channel about 2 years ago, and enjoyed it ever since 👍🏻 Love maintainance and repair videos, and im looking forward to se more of the workshop build too. I like the videos exactly how the are 👌🏻

@rsprockets7846 2 жыл бұрын

BETTER YET IS REHABBING THESE OLD HULKS AND GETTING 20 MORE YRS OUT OF THEM ................WAY TO GO DC

@steffen1182 2 жыл бұрын

@pshooter9072 2 жыл бұрын

Same

@darrennaish4321 2 жыл бұрын

Me too, pretty much 2 years ago. I'd love to get into things like this but can't after breaking my neck 25 years ago. Keep the videos coming, great job

@wildcatwilly 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to see another episode Matt. Thanks for bringing us along.

@MultiFordfan 2 жыл бұрын

I was trained to always do oil hot, nit only because it loosens up sludge and flows faster, it also allows for better containment of any sediments captured in the oil. Love the videos Matt, love how you do jobs the way a normal owner operator would handle it.

@stephensaasen8589 2 жыл бұрын

This rig brings back memories. I used to work for a Kobelco dealer. I actually worked maintenance on their forklift division but was occasionally called upon to service these beasts. One thing I could never understand was why the Mitsubishi diesels in those things had a 20qt system with such a tiny oil filter. The ones that had the Cummins diesel usually had about 16qts and a much bigger oil filter. Go figure.

@ljprep6250 10 ай бұрын

That sounds like a perfect application for one of those remote filter kits, which put the filters in a more convenient place to change it, too. Does anyone make one for the Mitsu diesel engine?

@stephensaasen8589 10 ай бұрын

@@ljprep6250 I don't know. It was more than 20 years ago that I worked around those rigs. I only got to do the oil change service on that one Kobelco with that particular engine in it. The rest of that company's track hoes were older and had Cummins diesel in them.

@harrypotter4309 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, hot is best. I was always told that during my apprenticeship in a multi dealership (several makes of cars up to full size trucks), and the advice was always run to hot, then drain.

@joshg8458 2 жыл бұрын

Love project farm’s reviews! Very thorough, and unbiased.

@stuartm28 2 жыл бұрын

Warming up the engine to change the oil is how I was taught when I worked with diesel fitters here in the UK was told it not only drained better and quicker but softened any sludge and made it drain out rather than it sitting in the engine and clogging everything up. Matt you done it the right way keep up with the great video's

@edwarddavis507 2 жыл бұрын

Super excited to see you using Shell Rotella oil. I always change oil with it hot but not too hot that it burns. Basically run the engine until it is up to temperature then let it cool down a little bit so you don’t burn yourself taking plug out. The terrarium you had started was cute. It’s a good idea to steam clean your equipment before you put it up. Now I will always remember to do it; unless I want my own terrarium. LOL Thanks for sharing that bit of footage.

@willie6466 2 жыл бұрын

No broken bolts on the exhaust manifold is a huge win. I always heard you need to torque those nuts to a certain spec, then run the motor to heat it up, shut down, let it cool and retorque to a final spec. But you should be fine.👍

@lotharschiese8559 2 жыл бұрын

100 %, start with lite torque, heat & expand, then final torque. Not many do this, slap it on and get it out the door! Next!

@lewiemcneely9143 2 жыл бұрын

@@lotharschiese8559 Head gaskets the same way. Retorque is very important.

@cumminssmoker2456 2 жыл бұрын

Also use antiseize on it

@lewiemcneely9143 2 жыл бұрын

@@cumminssmoker2456 I would!

@Onehamp 2 жыл бұрын

I was raised with warming the engine before changing the oil and I come from a long line of mechanics. That is how I do it, but at the end of the day, if you change the oil like you should, it should not matter. People like to get upset about anything and think they know it all. Love your content. You do a great job and I have a friend who looks like your twin so I have fun with that with him. Is there any more content coming about the church to apartment building renovation?

@nateglen9358 2 жыл бұрын

My comment wasn't me being upset. It was a curiosity to see if others believed the same.

@1one3_Racing 2 жыл бұрын

I was raised with warming a car up before you set off too. But I put 300,000km on a cheap Mitsubishi and half the time the engine hadn't even finished starting up before I set off so that obviously wasn't good advice.

@rogerbird6151 2 жыл бұрын

My experience is NEVER WELD cast iron. Clean, gouge with grinder and then set up on fixing plate to braze. Cool overtime and face off as necessary, not had a failure in fifty years and my Chrysler 72 is still running after 52 years! Great work!

@HANKTHEDANKEST 2 жыл бұрын

Roger's 100% right here, always braze CI unless you're an actual CI pro and you've got hundreds of hours dicking around with Ni-Rod, otherwise ye be wasting your time. Brazed is best.

@vladabocanek3703 Жыл бұрын

Cast iron can be welded. But with preheat and with electrode for this purpose. And don't foreg to swich ground and stick in circuit.

@dontblameme6328 Жыл бұрын

Not all cast iron is created equal... Some can be welded if you know what you're doing very successfully and some not much at all.

@FlatThunder 2 жыл бұрын

I always warm up the engine before an oil change. Unless I'm concerned about the condition of the oil. Happy to hear the Rocket Sockets work well. I recently received the same kit as a gift. Nice job Matt! 👍😁

@HANKTHEDANKEST 2 жыл бұрын

Whoever told you cold oil changes are good must have been huffing silly sauce, you *definitely* want to drain anything with oil as hot as you possibly can. This machine sounds great dude, what a steal at 16k. Looking forward to seeing more from this beaut.

@linmal2242 2 жыл бұрын

Replacing Capex with Sweatex ! i.e. having to fix it !

@mikesecondo2254 2 жыл бұрын

Bought better for much less!!

@HANKTHEDANKEST 2 жыл бұрын

@@mikesecondo2254 Okay thanks mike, verycool.jpg

@jimmaag4274 2 жыл бұрын

@@mikesecondo2254 liar

@The-Deadbolt-Deputy 2 жыл бұрын

That was rewarding to hear the difference in that engine after installing the new manifold. Cool

@Ben-sx5xb 2 жыл бұрын

These videos are getting better and better! Keep up the good work Matt!

@charlesbrunner258 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and it shows your work ethic

@philyew3617 2 жыл бұрын

Matt. I was in the job for over 50 years and in that time I have no idea how many service manuals I've read. One thing I know for sure is, every one of them said run the engine to normal working temperature before draining the oil. I've even seen manuals that told you to drive a vehicle on the road before changing gearbox or differential oil. Change Oil when Cold? I've never heard anything so dumb.

@KobusBreed 2 жыл бұрын

Yes HOT oil drains better.

@dickdegraaff5452 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt, It’s unbelievable to see and hear how the Kobelco engine is running after you repaired the exhaust manifold of the engine and after you’ve given the engine the basic service including new filters and oil. We think that this machine can last for years with regular maintenance. We wish you lots of success with your to be build dream shop and wish you and your whole family family all the happiness of the world plus we send you ❤️ from the Netherlands. Best regards, Willeke and Dick de Graaff

@jeffwilson3865 2 жыл бұрын

Great job 👍👍 heating the oil before draining works great. Love the channel and it's content.

@johnlowery7684 2 жыл бұрын

I had the same engine in my boat with the same problem as you. I had to replace all of the manifold studs and nuts. Mine was no turbocharged. Watching this video brought back memories.

@stephencoster9532 2 жыл бұрын

Hiya Matt, Years ago I lived in Peterborough here in the UK, home of Perkins Engines. I knew a few senior design engineers and asked them if I should run the motor and thereby heat the oil. Uniquivicaly a resounding yes! Always heat the oil and coolant before changing was their response. Do it with hydraulic oil too. These are men who designed the engines, they should know. When you were draining the oil I pictured one of your friends on top of the beast pouring in old oil to fool you. Great video, thank you, Steve...

@franz357 2 жыл бұрын

The sound difference between before and after that swap is so satisfying ! And talking about satisfying, can't wait for that pressure washing videos: those are always a pleasure to watch ! Cheers from Paris, France, Matt !!!

@toddpeters9007 2 жыл бұрын

good work matt! Can't believe those exhaust bolts did not break , I've done so many that have! Even doing all the tricks to make them not break! At least one breaks on me just to test me ... I like new bolts on an engine like that , they have been so stressed from heat , and I always use anti sieze going back on! Makes life easier down the road , for sure

@samharris8430 2 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to see ot cleaned up it's gonna be like new with all you've done to it! Glad to see her moving again!

@scotabot7826 2 жыл бұрын

I've always changed the oil after getting the engine up to operating temp, then changed it. That's the way we do it in aircraft engines, and that's what the engine mfg says to do!!!! Everyone else I know does it that way to, so...... I think (I'm sure) you're doing it correct Matt.

@heartattackjack9349 2 жыл бұрын

The only time I would disagree with him is when someone uses a torch to help it along. However, all mechanics that I've ever dealt with, my own father, and myself, we've always changed the oil while it was warm. This makes it easier for oil to flow as cold oil is thick. I am quite sure that the one who mentioned that he was doing it wrong is someone who was either taught wrong, or came to their own conclusions, with faulty logic.

@GARDENER42 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly (former RAF propulsion tech here).

@kenwillis8487 2 жыл бұрын

Former Marine Corp motor transport diesel mechanic and civilian ASE mechanic and now small engine hobby mechanic! ( mostly fixing my sons go kart and everyone I knows equipment )Your are correct in how your doing it! No matter what size the engine from chainsaw to heavy equipment warm the engine up b4 changing the oil! And if it’s an old machine that’s been neglected put a little kerosene, diesel, transmission fluid or marvel mystery in the oil b4 you warm it up to desludge it or just remove any varnishing. Which one you use depends on preference, I’ve heard of many farm remedies to clean oil passages inside of engine !

@j.sargent9172 2 жыл бұрын

@@kenwillis8487 you can add stuff like that to help clean the motor up, however don't run it long with stuff like that in it. J Kerosene really thins oil out especially and can hurt your motor if running in it too long. Oil pump won't build much pressure usually with really thin stuff. I know most people usually just do it as a heat cycle to clean tho but just something to think about

@roderickmacgregor4867 2 жыл бұрын

@@GARDENER42 Sooty???? Lol

@jjppres 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with the warm to hot oil theory. I've done it that way for the last 45 years. I'm positive that is help to break down and drain any sludge you might have and in cold waether it certainly help it drain much faster. Good luck with this one it's a beast.

@leonardcrane6689 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job Matt well done

@andrelaugtug8551 2 жыл бұрын

You are very good explaining and showing everything that you are doing for the camera. Love your videos, im learning something new in every new video you post. Keep it simple! Keep up the good work, kind regards from Norway :-)

@bobcats905 2 жыл бұрын

Matt I’ve been heavy equipment tech for 52 years and have always changed oil after warming the machine up. The trade school instructor told us to do so, plus my father in law ( 61 years as a mechanic) done his oil changes the same way. Any debris that is laying in the gallery’s would flow along easier in hot oil . Enjoy watching your videos very much, stay positive, test negative.

@TSSVillains 2 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear you used the original Diesel Creek Theme Song in the intro!

@drunkdunc8738 2 жыл бұрын

He pays you less royalties for the older stuff Vinnie 😝🍻

@TSSVillains 2 жыл бұрын

@@drunkdunc8738 haha i think it's more like fine wine-- more expensive with age 😂😂😂

@AntonioClaudioMichael 4 ай бұрын

So much quiter and Sounds good Since the Manifold change such a massive difference a Wxhaust manifold does no more Exhaust smoke everywhere 21:59 @Diesel Creek

@ronsbeerreviewstools4361 2 жыл бұрын

Ive been watching your posts, and you have to be the hardest working guy on KZfaq, thanks for posting.

@alexwillis7093 2 жыл бұрын

I've always changed the oil when it's warmed up. Drains quicker and more thorough. They don't encourage people to do it that way because an inexperienced novice around engines is likely to get burnt from the engine or the oil and the burns can be serious.

@pallysrules5466 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I was always taught the same thing, drain when its warmed up.

@deezelfairy 2 жыл бұрын

Tell me about it, as a forklift mechanic I've got burnt a few times draining the oil on an unfamiliar engine and half way through you realise the drain pan just can't quite hold enough 😂. Playing 'hot potato' with the drain plug.

@rogerhinman5427 Жыл бұрын

Not to mention those cars where you need to reach around the exhaust to get the filter on the top backside of the engine (looking at YOU Mazda) and you get singed by the cat.

@Sagern234 Жыл бұрын

Don't want a McDonalds coffee incident...

@benhancock1408 2 жыл бұрын

I was taught, years ago, that it's better to change the oil when it's up to operating temp. Besides getting rid of more impurities it also drains out faster. Faster=more completely.

@Owens1954 3 ай бұрын

Matt I know you enjoy doing all the work I appreciate it I wish I was able to do that again working on vehicles and stuff

@billyhaddock5540 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Matt on getting that dang part off and put-on a new one. that SK250 is a Beast. lv ur crazy videos.

@douglasthompson2740 2 жыл бұрын

Always warm up the engine. Most manufacturers I have had dealings with recommend it and it only makes sense as the heat and the circulating pump will put a lot of the solids back in suspension that are laying on the bottom of the pan. You only have to pull the pan on a couple of high hour engines cold as opposed to pulling them hot and you will see the evidence in the bottom of the pan. So I agree with you for sure.

@dumper87 2 жыл бұрын

I always change oil hot, and if possible allow it to drip for an hour or so. Changing it cold is an old safety standard that’s only necessary to follow if your employer requires it. With those vertically oriented oil filters, I always punch a hole in the bottom and drain them before breaking the seal. Much more pleasant to deal with when the sides aren’t covered in oil.

@tommymann69 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic welding job & video

@graemethompson340 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video Matt and yes I have always warmed up the engine before changing the oil cheers for now mate

@2LateIWon 2 жыл бұрын

Always warm it up when changing oil. When cold the sediment will settle at the bottom of the pan when it's warm it will stir up all the contaminants and be floating in the oil while it's drained out what I always do is after it's drained I will put in a quart or two to flush out any remaining old oil

@jeffburke463 2 жыл бұрын

Those “Grrrrrr’ssss!!!!” We’re priceless, but when you applied the shaking fist, it was epic! The small things Matt, the small things have the biggest impact. Lol

@alexandergeddes9154 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Matt - greetings from Scotland !! Great channel, been watching for ages, but just figured out how to post comments !! Aged 81 will do that to you !! Look forward to the shop build - Cheers !! 😀

@paulgametech927 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, you are exactly correct to heat up the engine/oil before draining. Great show!

@robertburns3014 2 жыл бұрын

I've always understood that it is preferable to change the engine oil when it is warm/hot. It certainly flows better in my opinion. That Kobelco is a good machine. It should work for you for a long time as you give it some TLC and keep up with the other general maintenance. I'm looking forward to seeing what she looks like after a good steam cleaning! It won't be long now until we see the new shop going up! Good times. 🙂

@Watchyn_Yarwood 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely get that engine warm/hot before draining.

@nateglen9358 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure he was replying to my comment of: "I now don't understand warming the oil up before changing it. I used to do it this way but here me out: Most people do it to allow more oil to drain out which does not make sense. 90% chance the last time the engine was parked it was hot. This means during that period all the hot oil drained back to the pan and once cooled continued to drain. Starting it immediately before draining just takes the oil and sends it to the top end and all over the internals. You actually get less out this way. The speed difference is really negligible at reasonable outdoor temperature if this is the other reason someone wants it warm." Thoughts?

@bigtrev8xl 2 жыл бұрын

@@nateglen9358 The reason for changing the oil hot, is that the crap/sludge/particles is held in suspension within the oil. thus flushing it out of the engine.. 👍🍺

@nateglen9358 2 жыл бұрын

@@bigtrev8xl The crap and sludge will most likely be more dense than the oil. This means it's already at the bottom of the pan and closest to the plug. Starting it just takes that crap and pushes some of it well everywhere but the bottom of the pan.

@bigtrev8xl 2 жыл бұрын

@@nateglen9358 Well, that's your theory, but virtually everyone else, has the opposite theory..

@madcat4563 2 жыл бұрын

My dad teached me to change the oil on a car after the engine was ran up to temperature. Drains a lot better as well as quicker. I love seeing turbo work done. It sounds a million times better.

@madcat4563 2 жыл бұрын

To get it up to temperature we would go for a drive on the highway and back. Then it's warm enogh. Nothing quite like working with warm oil.

@normanbuchanan9710 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you on getting the oil hot before changing, that's how I've always done it for years and it works

@bobpatrick7152 2 жыл бұрын

good job you are great in explaining your welding

@scott-ww8mw 2 жыл бұрын

Always better to drain the oil completely when hot. Cold or warm oil is stiff, and sticks to surfaces with dirt suspended. If unsure about age of oil, drain first and run a lite engine flush. Drain hot! Check for metal In oil. If accessible, pull the pan. Clean the pan and reinstall. You will know for sure of the condition of engine when examining sludge.

@tuberzish 2 жыл бұрын

My dad was a heavy equipment operator (modified Cat HD8) in stationed on the DEW line in Greenland in the 1950s. It was so cold they had to pre-heat the new oil on a stove to get it to pour into the engine, and they had to shut down, drain the old oil, add the new oil, and re-start the engine before it cooled down. If they were too slow, the cold engine wouldn't re-start.

@DieselCreek 2 жыл бұрын

That stuff is super fascinating! I’ve watched a lot about the DEW line and the related!

@graphite737 2 жыл бұрын

I have always had same prob with JB weld, same high temp just dont work on exhaust systems. You are correct about the hot getting the sludge out.

@geraldharkness8830 2 жыл бұрын

i have always had the engine hot before draining it.i worked in a agriculture engineers..they all do it that way,for the very reasons you describe.keep up the great content and lov your choice of music!

@stevewareing8525 2 жыл бұрын

Great job there Matt, absolutely right to warm the oil before changing it (Unless the engine is totally *FUBAR* then it's not worth the trouble).It made me smile to see you do the old school "Magic Rub" on the seal when you changed the filter. Let's face it ageing machines are just like ageing people "A little Lube now and then always helps" 😉🤣

@GaryStanden 2 жыл бұрын

On a different note. When cutting metal with a torch, you can use a high graphite pencil. Mark (strike} the area you want to cut on a line with the pencil. The graphite will focus the heat in that area. While working for the government I discovered damage caused by a pencil. Some green horn (fresh out of TS) signed their name in a afterburner ring. Burned through perfect and matched the signature on the prior work order signoff...

@DieselCreek 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that’s crazy!

@randyrhodes7526 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with the warm oil and I am so happy to see and hear! the manifold changed .

@bobnevitt336 2 жыл бұрын

Your correct Matt, when i was an apprentice mechanic, i was told to always drain the engine oil when the engine is hot......😉👍

@jblob5764 2 жыл бұрын

Have always been a fan of changing the oil on warm engine, besides when it runs down my arm. I also will add seafoam and let it run several minutes, let it sit a while to do it's thing thing, warm up and drain just to loosen up any built up gunk when it's a new-to-me vehicle of any type.

@tedc7714 2 жыл бұрын

Seafoam is keroseme with a jigger of acetone to the quart.

@mikesecondo2254 2 жыл бұрын

If buy sea foam I will sell a can of cooking oil and you that it was a miracle in a can!!!!

@jblob5764 2 жыл бұрын

@@tedc7714 when i looked recently its listed as Pale oil (so yeah basically kerosene), Naphtha (just assorted crude oil based hydrocarbons) and Isopropyl alcohol So yeah it's nothing real special but it's definitely more of a solvent than engine oil being that kerosene is an excellent solvent for cleaning dirty engine components in parts washers

@mrkthmn 2 жыл бұрын

Given the state of most of the equipment you first get I feel like I've gotten pretty used to machines that have sat for a while but that tree got me laughing, haha!

@coltonkruse2313 2 жыл бұрын

Look forward to the cleaning video! Seems like a really good machine.

@juliesoane7399 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see some engine work Matt! Really enjoyed the manifold change-out and doesn’t she sound good now!

@j.w.3345 2 жыл бұрын

She sounds great!! Such a good find at a great price. Definitely earning her keep. As always... thanks for bringing us along, I look forward to all your videos. JW

@johnmoore1025 2 жыл бұрын

100% always heat the engine before charging the oil, also I personally do a standard oil change after purchasing a vehicle so I can check for any contamination but for the second service I put a pint of diesel mixed with synthetic 2stroke oil (50/50) into the engine and run it for a few hours this will clean the inside of the engine and also helps clear the internal oil pipes and ports, then inspect the oil and filters for any contamination again

@mattwilson4629 2 жыл бұрын

Would love to see video of this.

@johnwudarcki9315 2 жыл бұрын

I add a qt of ATF before a change . When they got low add then drain after a hundred miles or so

@Watchyn_Yarwood 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely heat the engine first! Not sure about the diesel/2 stroke oil mix.

@johnmoore1025 2 жыл бұрын

@@Watchyn_Yarwood both the diesel and the 2 stroke oil have detergent in them it works with just diesel but I add the 2 stroke for extra lubrication just to be on the safe side

@elbertfreeman8124 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you are right about preheating the engine. Also, I know you "prefill" your engine oil fuel filters. I have always done so even if they are laying on their side or inverted. To eliminate dry run to fill lubrication galleys! Loving on ones your equipment makes science. happy to hear from you and looking over your shoulder is a hoot. Thanks😃

@christopherjames1106 2 жыл бұрын

Learnt the lesson of after market parts years ago. Hours of trying to get them to fit, genuine parts now they fit first time every time.

@elmermason9685 2 жыл бұрын

No matter what you do and how you do it Matt, you always have the experts telling you what you're doing wrong. I've never heard a mechanic say to drain it with a cold engine. The warmer the better.

@johnjanczyn5134 2 жыл бұрын

Makes a lot more sense draining hot oil , oil comes out a lot better ,and as you said loosens up any build up of sludge

@bigsparky8888 2 жыл бұрын

WE ARE IN AGREEMENT BROTHER!!! OPINIONS BY PEOPLE WHO DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE...UH HUH!!! AND I ALWAYS LET THAT DRAIN FOR SEVERAL HOURS...LET IT DRIP...I EVEN FIRED ONE UP FOR 3 SECONDS TO GET THE PUMP CLEARED...LET IT DRIP...ALSO TREATED ENGINE WITH A SYNTHETIC TO PROTECT IT...RUNS SO SMOOTHER...THE RXR USES AN ADDITIVE...I FORGET WHAT ITS CALLED NOW...BUT STUFF IS FORMOST IN ENGINE LIFE...GOOD JOB ERIC...(& HIND SITE IS ALWAYS 20/20...🙋👍🇺🇲💪)

@cujoedaman 2 жыл бұрын

And whoever was arguing that you shouldn't, I'd like to point out the obvious. If you weren't supposed to change the oil when hot, then oil change places wouldn't be able to do their job.

@TheBibliofilus 2 жыл бұрын

On bigger diesels and on big gearboxes/transfercases I usually flush out the oil pan with some diesel after all the oil is out so the pan gets really clean before any new oil is added.

@drmarcondes3602 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve always change oil with hot engine, and better yet, i leave to do this at the end of the day and let the drain plug open overnight. In the morning just add oil and back to work!!!

@dill5500 2 жыл бұрын

@@drmarcondes3602 don’t forget to add oil 😂

@hvacr24 2 жыл бұрын

love the heavy equipment repair vids Matt!! subscribed.

@DieselCreek 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad to have ya!

@SchneiderClassics 2 жыл бұрын

sweet work mate, keep up the good work and cant wait to see you give that thing a bath

@martiekr 2 жыл бұрын

My first impression was "it sounds a thousend times better", but your impression "it sounds lightyears better" i can agree too :D Great replacement, you can have a lot of fun having that machine running as "new" .

@N1RKW 2 жыл бұрын

That's a fine piece of machinery, Matt. It's nice to see it get the loving it deserves before you beat it into submission! 😁

@suntzuwarsword1964 2 жыл бұрын

I've been draining oil for 50 years and its always done hot ..like you said it removes sludge ect...love your content..watching from queensland Australia

@minusthemachineagain9342 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a heavy equipment mechanic for a demolition company this machine looks great!

@lewisgardner1660 2 жыл бұрын

I always hit the thumbs up before I even watch your videos Matt, I always know I am in for some good entertainment 👍🏻👍🏻

@tompetkoff2998 2 жыл бұрын

I have been looking forward to you working on the excavator. You are good at what you do! Keep up the good work

@Waypastpoint 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video, just what I needed to get out on on the 03 TJ and do some more, front acels and steering all painted so these days off oil change all around. Thanks fella 🇬🇧🔱 😊