50 YEAR OLD RUSTY BRUSH MOWER RESTORATION

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  • @MachineryRestorer
    @MachineryRestorer  2 роки тому +191

    Thanks for watching everyone. Please consider becoming a channel member to support future project like this!

    • @upswds
      @upswds 2 роки тому +10

      Why don't you show your face? I think you are amazing and should be proud to show your face. However, If not I enjoy and look forward to your new projects...

    • @GrooveyGrubworm
      @GrooveyGrubworm 2 роки тому +5

      Cool 😎, it looked like you were using a flux mig welder, if you switch to a gas mig welder there will be less spatter

    • @MachineryRestorer
      @MachineryRestorer  2 роки тому +9

      @@GrooveyGrubworm It is a gas mig, I have a video about it on my channel

    • @troynicolai7882
      @troynicolai7882 2 роки тому +5

      I really like these restoration videos, would you ever consider doing a video about making decals ? They add so much to a project and I would like to learn, thanks for all your hard work

    • @scrapyardRestorations7506
      @scrapyardRestorations7506 2 роки тому +2

      Me and my friend are rebuilding a engine out of a 1998 toro wheel horse just wondering if you had any tips that would be great!!!

  • @destry232
    @destry232 2 роки тому +163

    One of the finest restorations ever. No detail left unattended. Looks like she just came off the showroom floor! Awesome craftsmanship...

    • @mikegarcia9419
      @mikegarcia9419 2 роки тому +2

      Absolutely Brilliant - And newer said a word. Thanx

    • @MrCreativeEZ
      @MrCreativeEZ 2 роки тому +4

      I am also a person with many skills. Watching this video, I really admire the remarkable meticulousness and patience of the master. thank you

    • @dudleydoright2706
      @dudleydoright2706 6 днів тому

      SOME ASSEMBLY REQUIRED!! ?

  • @HalfMonty11
    @HalfMonty11 2 роки тому +225

    These videos are like free therapy

    • @MrJiblack
      @MrJiblack 2 роки тому +2

      Yeah sleep therapy 😌

    • @iain1969
      @iain1969 2 роки тому +7

      I was just thinking the same thing Monty!

    • @reallyhappenings5597
      @reallyhappenings5597 2 роки тому +4

      Serious therapy is about uncomfortable change healing and growth, not relaxing infotainment.

    • @iain1969
      @iain1969 2 роки тому +2

      @@reallyhappenings5597 Wow...thanks for that

    • @HalfMonty11
      @HalfMonty11 2 роки тому +4

      @@reallyhappenings5597 If you are going to be pedantic, try at least being right. Therapy just means treatment intended to relieve or heal. It covers a lot of things, not just psychotherapy. Hence, why you can get a "therapeutic massage"...

  • @mackpeteno
    @mackpeteno 2 роки тому +26

    As an 82 year old retired diesel mechanic I really enjoy the time you spend on all components.The results really shows.

  • @edwinabanks6413
    @edwinabanks6413 Рік тому +87

    Lightweight is good and what did I use it for it’s a lawnmower ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxTPN04aT-Qdjr_KS3ql7ng8wnU3wwsCqk also recommend Yes it is lightweight so hence not as robust as our old one. But if you take care it does the job really well.

  • @SammyFender
    @SammyFender 2 роки тому +41

    Another beauty!! Almost hated to see it being used and getting dirty! Great job!!

    • @medicbabe2ID
      @medicbabe2ID 2 роки тому +1

      Me: Brought back to life, ready to work again! 😁
      Also me: You're going to scratch the paiiiint 😱

  • @transmitterguy478
    @transmitterguy478 2 роки тому +2

    A new Toro 33522 Brush Cutter BRC-28 is $7500 list, it's about this size. Restoring this machine for $500 would be one heck of a bargain. I was 12 years old when this mower was made. Now you got yourself a "new" machine, that is as valuable as the work it can do. Great video.

  • @98Kentuckian
    @98Kentuckian 2 роки тому +19

    This was exceptionally well done. Not just the mechanic work, but also the filming and editing ! Not many folks would go to the trouble of fixing something like this. Love to see things given a second chance at life

  • @patjohnson3100
    @patjohnson3100 2 роки тому +2

    Excellent thorough restoration. Thank you for saving this vintage brush cutter. It's a rugged, useful all-steel piece of equipment with many years of useful life ahead.

  • @jtjjbannie
    @jtjjbannie 5 місяців тому +3

    I like this. No unnecessary commentary. Just he sounds all around.
    I especially love the birds sounds.

  • @ct6502c
    @ct6502c 2 роки тому +2

    Holy cow! You put an enormous amount of work into it, but it looks beautiful now! It's so great to see vintage machines being saved and restored instead of just being thrown away.

  • @philipm1009
    @philipm1009 2 роки тому +71

    Beautiful restoration,to think how many small machines are scapped it's so satisfying to see them being lovingly restored to there formal glory ,well done ,you restoration vides have inspired me to save a maximum Briggs 5hp Rotavator and a fleet of Briggs and Stratton lawnmowers to restore them and keep them running which I really have enjoyed ,cheers Machinary Restorer

    • @dudleydeplorable5307
      @dudleydeplorable5307 2 роки тому

      Was a morning paperboy and budding trash picker. Had a stash of mowers and engines. Fixed them all. My mom made me sell them when we made a long distance move.

    • @jenksify
      @jenksify 2 роки тому

      Unfortunately today we live in what i call a plug and play society where we use something until it breaks and then we throw it away and buy a new one. Plus the products today don't have the same requirements as they did then. Companies are more interested in making as much money as possible instead of producing the best product possible.

    • @johncourtneidge
      @johncourtneidge Рік тому

      Well done for that future project!

  • @erikrunas226
    @erikrunas226 2 роки тому +12

    A few comments if I may..
    Every project you complete blows my mind.
    The patch of grass (testing ground) is a nice touch to show off your abilities.
    Finally this is by far my favorite project to date.
    You rock.

  • @catherinefoster1481
    @catherinefoster1481 2 роки тому +17

    I've never restored anything in my life - but I truly enjoy watching your videos! I love the process, it's bringing something back to life! Your skills are top-notch.

  • @paulhill3106
    @paulhill3106 2 роки тому +1

    it is good to see a proper restoration here. There are so many false resto's on fb, with just a pull down, quick spray paint, then put back together , with no new bearings, seals, valve lapping etc. Spray painting with no masking.. Just junk, put up jobs.. This is a proper restore.. well done .. And thank you

  • @robmk3
    @robmk3 2 роки тому +9

    A pleasure to watch especially things like the diff and gearbox actually being stripped and cleaned where half the people just steam them off and paint them thinking thats a restoration.

  • @jamesherrick4927
    @jamesherrick4927 2 роки тому +1

    My dad as got this exact machine he bought it brand new it needs restoration doing now though never let us down and it's done some big jobs. Its being In a dry garage since he retired 15 years ago. I need start doing it hope it turns out half as nice as this one. They knew how to build machinery back then. Nice job 👍.

  • @jamespalmer4727
    @jamespalmer4727 Рік тому +4

    This is a beautiful restoration, and I love the way you have only the natural background sounds mixed with the tools that are used. It's a great video that needs no other music.

  • @douglashellofromarizona1229
    @douglashellofromarizona1229 2 роки тому +17

    Enjoy watching these type of restorations. It would be nice to see the dates on this various parts of the restoration so one knows the overall length of such a project. Keep up the good work

  • @gp7013
    @gp7013 2 роки тому +9

    Very impressive! Great piece of work and craftsmanship. Always a pleasure to see old machines getting a second life. 😃👍🏻

  • @BRI33NOR
    @BRI33NOR 2 роки тому +1

    Brings and Stratton must have an excellent stock of spares for even the older engines. Nice to see an all metal engine and not one with throw away plastic parts.

  • @shaggy3161
    @shaggy3161 2 роки тому +3

    Watching you do this is wonderful. Reliving my childhood watch my grandfather doing restoration

  • @Bandit400
    @Bandit400 2 роки тому +2

    I just happen to come across this video, dude it’s so perfect the wind and the birds, mixed with fixing a warn out machine, this is like the best day ever

  • @johnstone9396
    @johnstone9396 2 роки тому +11

    Very nice job, I also restore vintage lawn and garden machines as a hobby, I don’t have all the fancy tools you have but I do ok, I love restoration projects, just something about bringing old discarded equipment back to life that I enjoy. Anyway keep up the excellent work and I’ll keep watching!

  • @davidbrown9390
    @davidbrown9390 2 роки тому +2

    I like that he showed it in action at the end. That made me smile. A master's hands at work. This was a lot of fun to watch. He has a right to feel proud.

  • @tinkeringtaylor3053
    @tinkeringtaylor3053 2 роки тому +3

    Fantastic workmanship in restoring this old wolseley, i love watching your videos and saving old machines from the scrap heap 👍

  • @bard44
    @bard44 29 днів тому

    This machine is a lot of work with next to no return. This really takes dedication to the craft. I salute you.

  • @DoctorFish10
    @DoctorFish10 2 роки тому +3

    Great nut and bolt restoration Daggerwin, loved the detail in the filming too.

  • @budatx09
    @budatx09 2 роки тому +2

    In simple words...........AMAZING!!!!!! Thank you for your effort. Now I have so much confidence on the old equipment that I have to restore.

  • @steveperry5225
    @steveperry5225 Рік тому +1

    Recently retired maintenance mechanic. You light my passion for restoration! Thank you for wonderful work!

  • @daimienplays
    @daimienplays 2 роки тому +5

    Amazing resto!! look's like it just rolled of the show room floor and performs like it to! Can not wait for the next one!

  • @ranwolfFARM
    @ranwolfFARM 2 роки тому +2

    I envy Daggerwin. The tools, a gift of knowledge. A brilliant man. My hat goes off to you Daggerwin.

  • @rjrj4617
    @rjrj4617 2 роки тому +5

    Fantastic work! Interesting that some of the engines inner components appeared brand new while others looked well worn. Thanks for the great content,

  • @CrazedCrittic
    @CrazedCrittic Рік тому +1

    I REALLY enjoyed this. As a kid I used to cut the local church graveyard with a machine like this. We had a small Hayter which would fit in-between gravestones. When I'd finished I used to say, "There you go peeps ya all just got a haircut".. I was 12. Looking forward to the next one.

  • @terrystover7365
    @terrystover7365 2 роки тому +3

    Incredible job bringing this machine back to life. Looks new.

  • @kevinballuff1164
    @kevinballuff1164 2 роки тому +1

    I have many restorations.. generators, air compressors, riding mowers, push mowers, most any 4cycle engine you can think of, I have a storage unit or two full. once I've rebuilt, I don't want to get rid of them. I'm not fond of 2 cycle engines. occasionally I will repaint or powder coat, some I leave original patina on. I'm 64 and been repairing and rebuilding since I could hold a wrench. I've never bought or had the desire to buy new. I enjoy your videos and watching a fellow restoration activist in action. Good day.

  • @brunolaflamme5202
    @brunolaflamme5202 2 роки тому +15

    Always eager to see the next restoration, rigorous work, not a single detail is left out, great craftsmanship as usual and above all, no stupid, useless and horrible thecno music, to rot our brains out ! Respect to the man and his know-how!

  • @JamesCouch777
    @JamesCouch777 2 роки тому +2

    It's encouraging to see that there are still a few people who know how to work on equipment and do it with excellence.👌

  • @craigpeter4794
    @craigpeter4794 2 роки тому +6

    Fantastic restoration, love seeing old Equipment being brought back to life.

  • @sustainsus1
    @sustainsus1 Рік тому +1

    YES !! 10/10 a second life ! Ilove to see old things see repaird en restored in this trow away society.Wel done.Greetings from Belguim.

  • @dietersmythe9649
    @dietersmythe9649 2 роки тому +4

    Another great video, your attention to detail even to those areas you can’t see is amazing. One hint, slightly inflate the tube when placing inside the tire, will help prevent pinching the tube when seating the tire. Great work!

  • @CharlesManch
    @CharlesManch 2 роки тому +1

    It amazes me how well these machines were built back in the days of old. Anything made now lasts maybe 5 years before it needs replaced or completely overhauled, which costs more than a new one. This machine is no different, some time, knowledge, and new parts and it's clearly still ready for action and real use.
    Well done!!!

  • @ksaab3946
    @ksaab3946 2 роки тому +16

    Awesome restoration Daggerwin! Looks just like new again, as always, keep up the great work😃

  • @BRI33NOR
    @BRI33NOR 2 роки тому +2

    Thankyou for a very entertaining video. Brought back many memories to an old man who worked on such machinery most of his life. A treat to see something from the pre plastic era so well rebuilt.

  • @justanoldsoul6400
    @justanoldsoul6400 2 роки тому +3

    That’s a good restoration. And I just wanted to say because of your videos I’ve started restoring things

  • @crazygravy437
    @crazygravy437 2 роки тому +2

    Should have gone directly to a museum of fine art! Permanently retired from duty! Very satisfying restoration. I look forward to many more! ❤

  • @Maik1968
    @Maik1968 2 роки тому +4

    As said before the best entertainment. I learned a lot and cannot stop watching 😃 Thanks for letting us watch this awesome transformations every time!Greetings from Germany and have a nice weekend

  • @nickjanssens
    @nickjanssens 2 роки тому +2

    I can remember watching my older brother and father doing exactly what you did, a great watch and an even better result.

  • @Farm_fab
    @Farm_fab 2 роки тому +5

    That differential reminds me of one that my dad got from an old mower at the scrap yard years ago. He made a three wheeled bicycle, and use a petrol bike engine on it, but he wanted to make sure that power went to both wheels, so he utilized the differential on it. It turned out nicely for him.
    Incidentally, if you ever need to make a rotation reverser for, say, a steering box, simply remove the sprocket, and apply mounting brackets in it's place. Turning the wheel to the left will turn the box to the right.

  • @rasher1000
    @rasher1000 2 роки тому +2

    Well done on saving another classic mower, love the way you bring them back from the dead, Amazing.. 🔙👍

  • @bobwebber8521
    @bobwebber8521 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the memories. Would have given consideration for giving up my first born (joke) for some of the gear you use when working on our old bangers. God bless and keep you.

  • @pruplebug
    @pruplebug 2 роки тому +3

    What a machine. Many, many hours work well spent. Thanks for sharing, great job 👍🏻

  • @kirbygulbrandsen4507
    @kirbygulbrandsen4507 Рік тому +2

    You did a fantastic job of rebuilding the mower. Not a lot of talking, just right. I will subscribe to your channel.

  • @Dodger2204
    @Dodger2204 2 роки тому +8

    Your work is amazing! I love your attention to detail!

  • @pantherpaw9
    @pantherpaw9 Рік тому +1

    Some of the hero’s of our generation are these men and women who take the time to save these beautiful machines from the scrap yard! Beautiful job! 😊

  • @jamesdavis4124
    @jamesdavis4124 2 роки тому +4

    Always enjoy your restorations. Really like seeing stuff returned to like new. Don’t care for the patina look 👍

  • @talegunner4414
    @talegunner4414 Рік тому +2

    Beautiful restoration Should last another 50 years! Even longer with someone taking good care of this unit. Cuts nicer that some of the newer units. With the 10 HP motor it should handle anything you can throw at it. Great Job

  • @rayshutsa6690
    @rayshutsa6690 2 роки тому +4

    This restoration is amazing it looks like it just came off the showroom floor. You do spectacular restoration work. Enjoy your channel and content thanks for a great video. ❤🇨🇦

  • @tommyherbert3931
    @tommyherbert3931 Рік тому +1

    My first time watching your video. Enjoyed what I saw. Awesome. You are very knowledgeable about mechanics. Some people would have taken the old mower to a junk yard and disposed of it. All it needed was some repairs done to it. I enjoy seeing old tools and machines restored and given another chance. The paint scheme blends perfectly together.

  • @thisolesignguy2733
    @thisolesignguy2733 2 роки тому +6

    absolutely amazing job! That thing is a beast, and you did a great job getting it back to brand new. I especially loved that fuel bowl, I don't know why but that was my favorite part of the build because I just think it turned out really awesome. Definitely a very cool build!

  • @perlidberg7351
    @perlidberg7351 Місяць тому

    You make very good videos, the elements with nature sometimes and the birds chirping in the background. It's anti-anxiety pills in video format. Really good job, you are one of the top two mechanics on UA-cam. /Per Lidberg Sweden

  • @muggunner93
    @muggunner93 2 роки тому +6

    Beautiful work, a great restoration. Thank you for making this and sharing it with us!😊

  • @Ihrtbewbs
    @Ihrtbewbs 2 роки тому +1

    Whenever I’m having a bad day I throw on these videos and it really relaxes me. Thank you for what you do.

  • @murphymmc
    @murphymmc 2 роки тому +3

    Very nice restoration, that machine is worthy of your skills.

  • @samuelhadley5556
    @samuelhadley5556 Рік тому +1

    I love to see full restorations not one of those that just rebuilds only the motor and then stick it back on a junky tractor. Great job.🤠👍

  • @AZVIDS
    @AZVIDS 2 роки тому +5

    Absolutely fantastic! Very impressive work, filming and editing👍👍👍👍👍

  • @timlewis5096
    @timlewis5096 2 роки тому +1

    I am in awe of your ability to remember where every part goes!!!!. Wonderful job. I found it very therapeutic. I am looking forward to binge watching other videos on your channel

  • @JoriDiculous
    @JoriDiculous 2 роки тому +3

    This will be very interesting. We bought a new one of these (by that i mean kind of same type of "grass field trimmer" / brush cutter) a couple of weeks ago. Quite similar looking except it doesn't have the front wheel, only a bendt metal rod. Drive wheels are very similar.

  • @pauljcampbell2997
    @pauljcampbell2997 Рік тому

    One of the most meticulous restorations I have ever seen! A project like this serves to remind us of just how many parts there are to something relatively simple as a lawn mower! Well done sir!

  • @HeinzNeutzner
    @HeinzNeutzner Рік тому

    I've never seen your work before, but you really know your stuff. I especially like how you told us what you used to bring old parts back to life. Great work; keep it up.

  • @BRI33NOR
    @BRI33NOR 3 місяці тому

    Beautiful restoration all the way. I was a bit surprised the cutter blade was mounted that way up but the demo showed that's how it should be. Thankyou

  • @mickboakes7023
    @mickboakes7023 2 роки тому +2

    I could watch you hours. Brilliant. I would never be able to use it if I had made such a great job of restoring it. Beats me how you remember where all the part go after taking it apart. All the best. Mick. Got to go now to watch another one.🇬🇧

  • @franktuckwell196
    @franktuckwell196 2 роки тому +2

    In 1978/88 i worked as a foreman gardener and inherited their ancient so it seemed to me Hayter Condor, self propelled ride behind ( with cast iron rollers and non-suspension seat above). It was very similar to this machine,it had a Briggs and Stratton 5bhp petrol engine, corded pull start motor with two circular cutting discs fitted with four blades each. It looked ungainly but was in fact very comfortable to use, very reliable and made a good cut. On average i cut about nine acres of lawn every week.

  • @lloydpenfold486
    @lloydpenfold486 2 роки тому +1

    A very comprehensive overhaul & restoration - almost seems a shame to use it! It'll be good for another 50 years now, lets hope someone restores it again then! Well Done.

  • @slickmuck4312
    @slickmuck4312 2 роки тому +1

    Wow. Outstanding. Good to see you using it too

  • @brittaneumann6417
    @brittaneumann6417 2 роки тому +2

    Wow, that's the best restoration I've ever seen. You can tell right away how much heart and soul you put into it

  • @scourch1bzkr
    @scourch1bzkr 2 роки тому +1

    Sure is having the perfect tools to do the job. And an experienced technician. Wonderful video learned a lot. Keep it up.

  • @scottperine8027
    @scottperine8027 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing the simplistic beauty and repair of every type of mower that I have ever seen!

  • @motor8016
    @motor8016 2 роки тому

    A man who takes pride in his work crafts the most beautiful things

  • @TabooZombie
    @TabooZombie 2 роки тому +2

    I can totally see why you restored it at the end. That thing is a beast! Great job!

  • @handyhippie6548
    @handyhippie6548 2 роки тому +1

    you always work on machines that are unfamiliar to me being across the pond as you are. that's one of the things that make watching so enjoyable. that and you do such a brilliant and thorough job of them. never change my friend.

  • @MirceaD28
    @MirceaD28 2 роки тому

    What a nice restoration. From junk to a proud mower. I will not use it but I would make a small museum of old mowers.

  • @clintwood8913
    @clintwood8913 2 роки тому +2

    Beautiful job. Looks amazing. Many hours of hard work. Thank you for sharing Dag

  • @jameskillingsworth8109
    @jameskillingsworth8109 2 роки тому +2

    I’ve enjoyed watching this restoration more than any I have ever seen so far what a beautiful job I enjoyed watching the grass cutting but I would have left it in the garage and just looked at it.

  • @DanKoning777
    @DanKoning777 2 роки тому +1

    *You do such a good job.* I really enjoy this format as well i.e. captions.
    Thank you for sharing your time, effort, and expertise. *God bless.*

  • @gotwins5732
    @gotwins5732 2 роки тому

    You resurrected a BEAST!!! You should be very proud of your work. I loved your video.

  • @ReedThomas71
    @ReedThomas71 Рік тому +1

    I have seen a ton of restoration videos on YT and done a few myself, your restoration has to be one of the best ones I have seen. Great Job and I don’t usually leave comments like this. I am usually picking people’s stuff apart and pointing out all their flaws.

  • @briancook5650
    @briancook5650 2 роки тому

    I enjoy your narration.perhaps next time. Your voice is soothing.

  • @rogersteigleman4785
    @rogersteigleman4785 Рік тому +1

    What. An. Outstanding. Job. Of. Restoration In Every. Detail. It. Looks Like. Brand. New. Do. More. Roger. St.

  • @jayeff3196
    @jayeff3196 2 роки тому +2

    An absolute pleasure to watch your video and see the end result.....your attention to detail is outstanding...and to see her working again....awesome...a true workhorse....subscribed....🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @Chonbinhyen_1992
    @Chonbinhyen_1992 2 роки тому +1

    The work requires a lot of patience of the craftsman. I like your way of working.

  • @FarringtonDS
    @FarringtonDS 6 місяців тому

    Love to see the work finally pay off with the beast getting back to the job it was created for! Great work Sir!

  • @allenwilson9656
    @allenwilson9656 2 роки тому +1

    An old Briggs motor is hard to beat, great job on the restoration

  • @dodge_ute
    @dodge_ute 2 роки тому +1

    Who would have guessed Steven Spielberg was moonlighting as a mower repair guy???
    Spectacular video Steve! Love your work :)

  • @Lombardini490
    @Lombardini490 2 роки тому

    👍Beautiful video👍
    You forgot the hole in the gas filter. The gas go from the tank go into the glass can through that hole and, after through filter - hose - to carb.
    Better, you can put a transparent plastic filter on the hose.

  • @donaldstevenson2475
    @donaldstevenson2475 Рік тому +1

    Its always amazing how the one doing work remembers where everything goes.

  • @squiddy2688
    @squiddy2688 Рік тому +1

    I'm not always sure about these restoration vids but this is obviously as legit as it comes. An expert.

  • @TheGrimReaper1
    @TheGrimReaper1 3 місяці тому

    i just love this type of programme/film. I will be looking at all your other restorations in due course. All the best from England.

  • @markmontgomery8466
    @markmontgomery8466 2 роки тому

    Nice machine we have one of the first DR mowers and it still mows great. Can't beat old machinery

  • @jimato01
    @jimato01 Рік тому +1

    This may not be a golf course mower but it's more like a mini-Gravely. Nice work, looks great