The remarkable story of Harry Ferguson | A Sculpted journey of Ireland

The remarkable story of Harry Ferguson | A Sculpted journey of Ireland | Ep3.

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2 жыл бұрын

'Not just a tractor man'.
I love this about our motorway sculptures here in Ireland, every one of them has an untold story. In this episode I ride my trusty Royal Enfield Continental GT to Northern Ireland in order to unearth some lesser known facts about the man this sculpture was built to honour. To say he was a Genius is perhaps an understatement. Enjoy.
This is a bit different for my channel and is aimed at bringing in other viewers who perhaps otherwise might not visit a motorbike review channel. I've always been in awe of the incredible motorway sculptures in Ireland and the stories behind them have always intrigued me. Thanks again for tuning in folks!!
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@TheMissendenFlyer 2 жыл бұрын

What a fabulous pro-level film Dave (of course, you're a pro!) must have taken you ages to write, film and produce....stunning but of work. ....and what a man! Sort of an early Irish Elon Musk, and as you said at the end of the piece, truly someone who changed the world. Great stuff mate, this was brilliant, thoroughly enjoyed it.

@TheMissendenFlyer 2 жыл бұрын

PS loved it when he said "you wouldn't have got in his aeroplane"........little did he know the barmy things you used to fly!!!

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the flattering words Andy. Yes, you know too well how much work goes into these which is why I can only trot these ones out once in a while. I wish I’d thought of your Elon Musk line….damn! Time for a quick re-edit?!🤔🤣🎥

@richardwhittle2302 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed that Dave - very well put together👍

@ChaseJasperDown 2 жыл бұрын

You are so good at making videos like this seem like a real tv show episode. I love it!!! Great content and great story!!!

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Ah cheers mate. The stories bowl me over every time and quite simply have to be told.👍🎥

@DGBYRNE 2 жыл бұрын

Fascinating. I knew that the Ferguson tractors were built in Coventry, but was not aware of their Irish lineage. It does explain however, why my Irish Uncle farmers all had Fergie tractors back in the day and one still does!

@ginger1908 2 жыл бұрын

Blown away by this Dave, not just the history but the presentation, the simplicity yet impactfulness (if thats a word). I think you may be onto a content idea....

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

That’s very Kind Dominic and much appreciated. I’m loving telling these stories and lots more to come!…..👍😜🎥

@Tony-Buzz 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Video - Story, filming etc - 👌👌👏👏👏👏

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tony 🙏🎥

@phillipharding1538 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, can’t wait to see what’s next, cheers phil

@JIMWSMITH 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely brilliant piece of work... i new about the tractors but didnt know anything about the 4x4 system. Really enjoy these vlogs . You really do deserve more followers ... thankyou and i look forward to more intresting fact finding vlogs 😀

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate your kind words Jim!👍🎥

@gzk6nk 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous! I'd heard of 'the little grey Fergie' tractor and it's 3-point linkage but hadn't made the connection with Fordson and Massey Ferguson tractors. I'd also heard of the Ferguson Formula 4-wheel drive system from the Jenson FF car but didn't know it was the same Ferguson, or that it'd been put into an F1 car. I also hadn't heard of Ferguson the aviator despite being a bit of an aviation nut and pilot. Considering the fate of many early aviators it's perhaps as well he gave up flying once he had 'done' it! An excellent video.. Thanks!

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Vince, I love this series about these sculptures because there are so many hidden gems none of us knew. I’m learning all the time from making these progs. 👍🎥

@glennollerenshaw8466 2 жыл бұрын

Bloody brilliant, i own and am restoring a Massey 35 tractor and your video has inspired me to look further into the history and story of Harry Cheers Glenn.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Delighted I have inspired you Glenn!

@merseamoto3098 2 жыл бұрын

What an excellent film and very interesting. Please tell us why you are not in front of the camera more often? You are a natural. Look forward to more of these and love your bike reviews too.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

I’m blushing now Rob. Appreciate your kind words buddy and it’s just something I love doing.👍🎥

@kendoonan2484 2 жыл бұрын

Another good one. And another sculpture I have passed several times and not realised what it was about.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Ken. You wouldn’t ride pass this one on the bicycle though…..or would you?!🤔🎥

@chrisowens3781 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic vid in every way. Loved it.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Chris.👍🎥

@stepheneldridge6998 2 жыл бұрын

Super video and story...occasionally driving tractors i am grateful for the 3 point hitch!. And so much more I didn't know about...thanks for showing us these fascinating road sculptures, hopefully visit some of them this year. Cheers, Steve

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the message Steve!👍

@tonygolding2274 Жыл бұрын

Fascinating story that 👏

@Moto_APT 2 жыл бұрын

The best you tube video, made to professional standards, and with a brilliant subject. Dave, you are settling the bar very high. Hopefully you will do a lot more like this. Have you checked out the first ( probably only) woman in Ireland to build and fly her own aircraft? Lilian Bland would deserve a piece by you.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Oooh that sounds interesting. I’ll check her out. Thanks for the feedback.👍🎥

@Trevor_J_Neville 2 жыл бұрын

One of the world’s greatest engineering brains was a humble farmer from the Magheraconluce road near Dromore. I’ve two framed bank notes in the house here 1 is the George Best one and the other is the Harry Ferguson one and as a former Tractor Mechanic myself it’s the Harry Ferguson one I like the most. Great video Dave 👍🏻

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve heard about these notes. Worth some money now I’d say….👍🎥

@Trevor_J_Neville 2 жыл бұрын

@@WheelieGoodTV the Harry Ferguson one is worth more as it’s a £20 from the danske bank, the George Best one is only a £5 note lol. The next time your over the border stop at any Danske bank machine and you should get one from it

@AdyRider 2 жыл бұрын

Another interesting Story told. Thank you

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Adrian.👍🎥

@colinh2676 Жыл бұрын

Can I recommended the incredible story of Harry Ferguson. (Massy Ferguson tractors) Irish invention among other things by this man

@WheelieGoodTV Жыл бұрын

Yes please. 🙏🤗🇮🇪

@GaryGSF 2 жыл бұрын

A very interesting story which excellent production.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary!

@caroldave4037 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant vid as a ex farmer who did drive my dads fergie ...top man harry typical of us british not praising our inventors ....

@catflap 2 жыл бұрын

This should be on main stream telly, Dave. Professional work at the highest level. Had me captivated and wishing for more details and a longer piece. You're a natural in front of a camera as well as behind it. A series of stories detailing the history of each motorcycle company or even just British ones to start with would be extremely popular! Great work again!

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Very kind Edward! I’m working on it…..🤫🎥

@marcoluoma3770 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this. My step-father had a much beloved Massey-Furgeson tractor. I never gave the name a second thought, so thanks for educating me.

@dalewintle8099 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Dave very intresting indeed , keep up the great work

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dale! Appreciated.🙏👍

@ChrisAndrews831 2 жыл бұрын

Wheelie Good Dave, very enjoyable & informative. Wonder if Henry Cole has given it a watch.Looking forward to the next episode. Ride Safe.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris. Henry would be interested in the story alright.👍🎥

@patrickjbrennan1825 2 жыл бұрын

Great story.

@the_mad_leprechaun 2 жыл бұрын

Well Dave my hat is tipped to you this morning! Brilliant 👏 Brilliant 👏 👌 I totally love this series! Well done you! 👏

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

🎩 Good man Murt! Right back at ya bud.👍🎥

@HippoDrones 2 жыл бұрын

That was absolutely fantastic Dave, I loved that, well done indeedy!

@davesadventureshed208 2 жыл бұрын

What a great man…I didn’t know he achieved so much. Well done Dave!

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Dave.

@charanrai5861 3 ай бұрын

Awesome post 📫 👏 👌

@WheelieGoodTV 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Charan. Much appreciated 🙏

@TSH2020 2 жыл бұрын

What an amazing guy. A great story Dave, yes you nailed it again. More, more, more please! Looking forward to seeing these incredible sculptures this year as well as the next docuvlog. Be well and stay safe. All the best, Trev.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Good man Trev, I knew you’d like this one.👍🎥

@TSH2020 2 жыл бұрын

@@WheelieGoodTV Seriously Dave, you are good at documentaries and whichever family member is helping you, they are top drawer and should be on mainstream TV. Have you thought about doing 30 or 60 minute documentaries for TV or even KZfaq? Yes I know its a lot of work but you have a natural talent both sides of the camera which is very rare. Whatever you decide do what makes you happy and brings in the money, you have to live and support the family. Looking forward to the next one!!!!👍

@flatcapcaferacer 2 жыл бұрын

Nicely done!

@damianmcafee1348 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video Dave, it’s 1 mile from where I live and I didn’t know the half of this.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

It’s surprising how few of us know these hidden stories. More to come……🤫👍🎥🇮🇪

@nikoscosmos 2 жыл бұрын

That was wheelie good and interesting! Hillsborough is the Kitty Hawke of Ireland...there's a thought. TTFN.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Nick, I’m wheelie happy you thought so!

@78jota 2 жыл бұрын

What a fascinating story about an incredible man, such an interesting story and your production, absolutely top draw, well done and looking forward to many more please 😊👍

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that Ian. Cheers

@grahamoakley11 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely piece Dave, you nailed this my friend…..thank you.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Fitchy!

@urbanpoppy 6 ай бұрын

My great, great Uncle Harry! I'm the eldest grandchild of JB Ferguson Jr., Harry's elder brother..

@WheelieGoodTV 6 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks for coming forward. I hope you enjoyed my short video about the great man. 🙏🎥

@urbanpoppy 6 ай бұрын

Yes- it was wonderful :) Thank you for sharing this with us. We hope to visit this summer and learn more about our family and their homestead. I'd love to find out more shuld you have the time and I can give you whatever insight you might be interested in Harry's brother, JB. Cheers! Anissa

@RigsvilleBikers 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video, very informative, thank you.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.👍🎥

@marcheighton6436 2 жыл бұрын

That was great Dave a piece of film making to aspire too! Don't know if I could ever get close but a master class thank you 👍👍

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

🎥 You’re very kind Marc. Much appreciated!👍

@Banditmanuk 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, Dave this is way above normal KZfaq fodder! Can only imagine how much work went into making this. An interesting and beautifully filmed documentary on Harry Ferguson. Growing up on a farm I was well aware of his contributions to tractors (The little grey Fergi and the 3 point linkage) I wasn't aware of all of his other endeavours. Thanks and best wishes

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Very kind! I’m so surprised at how so many of us knew so little of his achievements which is what compelled me to tell the story I suppose.

@meredith9229 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video Dave. You have a true talent. Fantastic subject also. Well done.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Maggi, good to know you’re still tuning in. I see you’re a fan of the sculptures judging by your profile pic. The Gaelic Chieftain is coming up!🤫👍🎥

@meredith9229 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave. Yes took a wee break from social media for a while so have alot to catch up on. Will have a binge watch some evening. Looking forward to it. I shared your vid on fb on the "Road Adventures 2022" group (mini photo Rally) as they are doing Sculptures this year. So they are delighted to see your vids. Great inspiration.

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

@@meredith9229 oh wow that’s great, thanks for doing that. 👍🎥