I know you're tired of doing wheels but I will always watch a wheel video. The art of assembling something so seemingly fragile that is in fact so durable is amazing. I can keep track when you're assembling carriage parts, etc... all fun to watch as well... but wheels will always be a special form of magic to me. As with all of them, loved this one too!
Hi Dave, and Diane, it never gets boring watching you work on wheels. Whether you're repairing, or making new ones. You do so many things, and they are all great to watch. I look forward to seeing some of the old projects coming back to life, and working on your property too. Keep them coming Dave, and thank you for sharing. Have a great weekend.
I have never seen this kind of repair work before. As i started watching, it was as if i had done this before. It was like i knew what the next step would be before he did it. I've always had the feeling that I've done this kind of thing in a past life. I'm experiencing a little deja vu.
Hi Dave... A wheel video is fine with me. I can't say that I remember you using shims on the spokes into the hub before.. so that was new. Pretty slick... Always great to hear from you. Russ
Thank you very much! --- The work my dad as a mechanic and blacksmith apprentice did when he was 16 during WWII when rubber in war torn country was not available anymore and old farm wagons were put back to service again. The wheels were much heavier and larger - 6..7f with very wide bands for sandy grounds, and - of course:- no stick welding, all smithing... the likes as in your clip Building 1,018 lb Wagon Wheel For a Chandelier
I know wheels give you nightmares but i enjoyed seeing how you repair a loose wheel that has sound wood but is just loose without throwing a bunch of new wood at it. Thats how the old timers would have done it.
Always up for a wheel setting video. I think my first video with you was an old model t wheel (not the clock). You may get tired of them, but I guess from the other perspective this is a set of wheels that needed you more than anyone knew.
When Dave said "I'm going to take my biscuit cutter" I had flashbacks to the 80s/90s This Old House when they had one and used it for everything. Had a chuckle.
I have yet to watch one of your videos I didn’t enjoy. You have a calming voice, gentle demeanor and content that is thoroughly interesting. Your videos make any day brighter. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and time with us. Your hard work is appreciated.
having done a bit of wheel work myself, it sure makes me appreciate the skill of the blacksmiths who could weld a tyre to the correct size by just forge welding.
I would guess they would er on the small side, as they could thin them ever so slightly and make them larger around, or the wheelright could shave off a whisper on the wheel. I’m curious how consistent and close to the same size old time wheels actually were.
To the local your a hero. Repetitive for you at this stage in life but a game changer for him. Been there and needed that favor and really appreciated it.
That’s really something ! How did the old Blacksmiths do all this ??? Thank you for the video , I’m 78 , my father lived in Arkansas and told me a few stories! He had a hard live , and the ones before him , really had it hard
I always enjoy watching wheel videos. I keep hoping some young person will come along who wants to learn to do that, and you can film the process of teaching him. Meantime, I just enjoy hanging out with you for a while.
Yes, he needs a apprentice to teach his craft the way that the old masters did.. I would hate to see a dying art not get passed on to at least one other person
The "Wont take long" is usually said by people that has NO idea what and how long it really takes. My wife is good at this "Can you just fix this and that, it's just a minor thing, won't take long to do" My reply is usually "Well if you can do it quick i suggest you do it, because i know what it would take to do what you are asking and for me it would take a long time, so if you do it quick it would be better"...
I just want to know what it's doing. There's a few people that I might take a diagnosis from but I'll still go through my own process. If it's some random person I really don't want much input other than symptoms. Someone blabbing on about what it is just confuses me.
Love your videos , very good workmanship and you are very knowledgeable. Good combo! You are "The Wagon Whisperer!" Lol. But on a serious note I love your videos and I'm a city slicker that has never even ridden in a wagon! Just something about listening to a master of his craft!
I've watched a lot of your video's over the years, it was interesting to see the repair rather than actual wheel building from scratch. Making it look quick and easy is mark of an expert, if it really was that simple I'm sure the owner would have tried to do it?
Respect is a very popular word today. Well I have enormous Respect for your craftsmanship. Breathtaking. Enviable. And all done in a waistcoat you made yourself.
I enjoyed watching. 40+ years ago, a client approached me to repair a couple of wagon wheels. I was hesitant to take on such a project. I saw this done at a living museum here in Wisconsin. It was over my head at the time, but your experiences that you have shared make the steps needed make it all possible.
Keeps the friendship up and the lite bill paid and we all enjoy watching you do a little something different most every time you repair wheels. Thanks for sharing with us Dave, keep up the great videos and the fun you manage to have with all your work. Fred.
I have watched many of your wheel videos, and still watch every time you put out a new one. This was a nice quick overview of the process, but for anyone who wants more in depth, they should for sure go back into the library and watch a full on wheel building.
After 50~60 years it's difficult to get enthusiastic about repairing what is often close to junk. I still play with 'vintage' Japanese motorcycles from late 1960's through mid 70's as that was 'my era'. Very very few people understand (or can understand) what I do to modify what were sometimes deliberately flawed designs. Japanese bikes in 60's were often more reliable than 70's, you can't sell more when the old ones still run fine. (unless your gullible to 'BNG' as the new innovation ) :- BNG = 'bold new graphics'
You do the right thing for the customer. If you didn't make the repairs, and something happened, it would have been your fault. Always interesting to watch the wheel repair process. Stay safe.
I never tire of your videos on wheel work. I find myself taking a close look at the wheels in all the western movies I see - I can’t help it, since you’ve taught me the difference in this or that style. You’ve created an unofficial inspector out of me.
The complex geometry, disparate materials working in harmony and the close tolerances make wooden wagon wheels more art than utilitarian, though they serve a utilitarian function. Thank-you for another superb video! The camera work is always interesting!
One of my "Uncle Dave's Rules for a Successful and Happy Life" is: "Every repair job requires more work and will be more involved than predicted." I've never seen it proved wrong. Your video simply provided more proof. Thanks for letting us follow along!
It was good to be reminded that the spoke wedges must run transverse to the fellies, and that wedges are glued on one side only. Also that you don’t need to cut a slot for the wedges but just give them a point of entry. Thanks to you, I’m still learning. 👏👍👌🙏🏻
I agree that surely there is no need for you to keep doing wheels. But just the same all of your hard work doesn't bother me that much, I can just sit and watch you repair them again and again. Each one is different, and it is a pleasure to see you come up with the best way to get new life out of old wheels. As an old timer myself it does my heart good to see some other old timers get a little bit more of a new life.
I really enjoy watching whatever you fix and the great attitude in which you do it! I always learn something. I especially like watching your wobbly drill bits 😊
It would be my guess, it will all come back to you on how it all works. I imagine you've had your fill of wheels, but I however never get tired of seeing you build, rebuild, and mend old wagon wheels, even wheels that most people would guess would be beyond repair.
thank you sir , i should have known different things need doing , being down under too much weight on the brain i guess . keep up the good work , all the best terry .👍
I have been watching your videos since the bob sled build. Your work brings back fond memories of my younger years growing up in the ranching environment. I truly admire craftsmanship, and that’s why I look forward to your videos - many of the things you show I have done in one form or another. Thank you!
Dave, I started watching on you big giant wheels so I was quite happy to see you do these. I seldom get the opportunity to go back through video libraries to see what’s been done in the past . Great video, keep up the good work.
As usual, you went above and beyond expectations, and made the wheels even better than the owner could have expected. It would be wonderful if all workers of any kind took their work as seriously as you. Your work is a reflection of your character. GOOD FOR YOU! Thanks for sharing.
I know the repetative nature of doing wheels can make them boring. But after a long hard week and an especially trying Friday, a wheel vid is just what I need. :)
Wheels! I'd almost forgotten that you ever did them! I, like many other viewers (I suspect), do like a good wheel video. I think I'll have to peruse the playlists for a nice sarven rebuild :)
I believe watching a long past wheel video is what hooked me into subscribing. Lol. You make it look easy. I know it is not. Always enjoy watching. Thank you for teaching us. Cheers
I know you're tired of doing wheels but I will always watch a wheel video. The art of assembling something so seemingly fragile that is in fact so durable is amazing. I can keep track when you're assembling carriage parts, etc... all fun to watch as well... but wheels will always be a special form of magic to me. As with all of them, loved this one too!
Same here, on a wheel video.😅
👆🏻what he said..
I agree.
I agree completely. Thank you for the fun video. You do extraordinary work and I will never tire of watching (and learning).
Thank you for saying what we were all wanting to say. It is fascinating,
You're a good man, Dave. It's hard to say no to local neighbors.
"Better than the nothing we had" Excellent quote
I was thinking as he was saying the buiscut was only going to go halfway in. "The half of something is better than the nothing thats there" 😂
@@demonknight7965 I remember saying something similar to an (ex) friend, "80% of something is way better than 100% of nothing"
I never "tire" of watching this process.
Ha! Wheely good comment!
You spoke for me, too!
I like the wheel videos, especially when you use that contraption to pull the wires through rubber tires 😂
You have forgotten more than I'll ever learn about wheels. Great video again. Thanks for remembering. .
Hi Dave, and Diane, it never gets boring watching you work on wheels. Whether you're repairing, or making new ones. You do so many things, and they are all great to watch. I look forward to seeing some of the old projects coming back to life, and working on your property too. Keep them coming Dave, and thank you for sharing. Have a great weekend.
What a pleasure to watch you work. It's so satisfying to me.
Thanks.
Well done Dave, it was good to watch you sort them out.
It would not be Friday night without a video even a set of wheels is fine by us all
Absolutely!
I have never seen this kind of repair work before. As i started watching, it was as if i had done this before. It was like i knew what the next step would be before he did it. I've always had the feeling that I've done this kind of thing in a past life. I'm experiencing a little deja vu.
Hi Dave... A wheel video is fine with me. I can't say that I remember you using shims on the spokes into the hub before.. so that was new. Pretty slick...
Always great to hear from you.
Russ
Thank you very much! --- The work my dad as a mechanic and blacksmith apprentice did when he was 16 during WWII when rubber in war torn country was not available anymore and old farm wagons were put back to service again. The wheels were much heavier and larger - 6..7f with very wide bands for sandy grounds, and - of course:- no stick welding, all smithing... the likes as in your clip Building 1,018 lb Wagon Wheel For a Chandelier
A detail about the war that we hadn't thought about.
There's something about a wheel video that you just can't get enough of.
I know wheels give you nightmares but i enjoyed seeing how you repair a loose wheel that has sound wood but is just loose without throwing a bunch of new wood at it. Thats how the old timers would have done it.
When you,ve been a wheelwright for as long as Mr. Engels has been, You are an Old Timer . I mean that is the best way possible .
@@Crosley3251 I agree, it's an art as much as science.
so, even the 19th century and earlier stuff gets the "parts cannon" fired at it, huh?
For as much as I love all your content, it's still nice to see a wheel job every now and again.
Never get tired of wheel work.
I never tire of watching you do wheels and TIRES Thank you for an interesting and honest shop love your videos.
In the UK that would be wheels and Tyres 🤣
@@johnmcmunn3827 And in Tennessee that would be hoops and casings, according to Sleeperdude. 🤣🤣
@@johnmcmunn3827 Same Down Under.
What a good video. I had no idea how a wheelwright did repair work on wagon wheels.
I can't imagine what it was like before modern tools.
These wheels left your shop in much better condition than when they arrived. Your customer should be happy that he brought them to you.
Always up for a wheel setting video. I think my first video with you was an old model t wheel (not the clock). You may get tired of them, but I guess from the other perspective this is a set of wheels that needed you more than anyone knew.
When Dave said "I'm going to take my biscuit cutter" I had flashbacks to the 80s/90s This Old House when they had one and used it for everything. Had a chuckle.
I love the little hula dance you do to spin the wheel while you're cutting off the excess bolts.
I have yet to watch one of your videos I didn’t enjoy. You have a calming voice, gentle demeanor and content that is thoroughly interesting. Your videos make any day brighter. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and time with us. Your hard work is appreciated.
Love watching you at work!
I like the fact that you use a mix of both modern and ancient tools to build and repair wagon wheels.
having done a bit of wheel work myself, it sure makes me appreciate the skill of the blacksmiths who could weld a tyre to the correct size by just forge welding.
I would guess they would er on the small side, as they could thin them ever so slightly and make them larger around, or the wheelright could shave off a whisper on the wheel. I’m curious how consistent and close to the same size old time wheels actually were.
To the local your a hero. Repetitive for you at this stage in life but a game changer for him. Been there and needed that favor and really appreciated it.
Well, I learned something new today. That was fine work you did.
Even though you don't enjoy doing wheels as much as you used to it is always great to watch an expert ply his trade. Thanks!
That’s really something ! How did the old Blacksmiths do all this ??? Thank you for the video , I’m 78 , my father lived in Arkansas and told me a few stories! He had a hard live , and the ones before him , really had it hard
I always enjoy watching wheel videos. I keep hoping some young person will come along who wants to learn to do that, and you can film the process of teaching him. Meantime, I just enjoy hanging out with you for a while.
Yes, he needs a apprentice to teach his craft the way that the old masters did.. I would hate to see a dying art not get passed on to at least one other person
As soon as someone says, "It's just..." ALL the warning bells should go off. 😂
Yes. Followed by “it will only take 5 minutes”
The "Wont take long" is usually said by people that has NO idea what and how long it really takes.
My wife is good at this "Can you just fix this and that, it's just a minor thing, won't take long to do"
My reply is usually "Well if you can do it quick i suggest you do it, because i know what it would take to do what you are asking and for me it would take a long time, so if you do it quick it would be better"...
I just want to know what it's doing. There's a few people that I might take a diagnosis from but I'll still go through my own process. If it's some random person I really don't want much input other than symptoms. Someone blabbing on about what it is just confuses me.
Yup, at work we call it just-eology :D
Always a pleasure to watch a tradesman at work, one who doesn't cut corners.
Sounds like Bryce could make a summer job of fixing wheels.
I'm loving the tyre turning device for warming them evenly.
Love your videos , very good workmanship and you are very knowledgeable. Good combo! You are "The Wagon Whisperer!" Lol. But on a serious note I love your videos and I'm a city slicker that has never even ridden in a wagon! Just something about listening to a master of his craft!
I am so happy that you decided to repair these wheels. You are so instructive and entertaining. We are richer because of you.
You're a blessing to all that know you. Sending lots of love 💖 from sunny 🌞 Arizona 🌵. Take care of yourself and each other 😷
I could watch a thousand more videos of you doing wheels and tires
Love the Ol School crafts work from this man. Takes me back to a better time…before cell phones and the internet.
You didn't forget a thing. It was amazing to watch how quickly you were able to stabilize those wheels. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
It is really good to watch a Master do his work! Thank you, Dave!
The little how-to details sure make this'un worth watching, so it was definitely worth making.
I've watched a lot of your video's over the years, it was interesting to see the repair rather than actual wheel building from scratch.
Making it look quick and easy is mark of an expert, if it really was that simple I'm sure the owner would have tried to do it?
That was not a little job. I love to watch, but one just has to say no sometimes. Thank you for letting me enjoy you hard work.
yap is always more benefit the eyes can see.
Respect is a very popular word today. Well I have enormous Respect for your craftsmanship. Breathtaking. Enviable. And all done in a waistcoat you made yourself.
I enjoyed watching. 40+ years ago, a client approached me to repair a couple of wagon wheels. I was hesitant to take on such a project. I saw this done at a living museum here in Wisconsin. It was over my head at the time, but your experiences that you have shared make the steps needed make it all possible.
Helping out your neighbors is an investment, the dividend is when they return the effort for you one day.
Watching wheel work never gets old.
Cheers
Need the wagon masters hand fixing them. Great to see Dave
Yep just a simple job 😂.we have all heard that before..
Still nice to watch you do wheels.
Your coach work is very interesting 👍👍👍👍.
Keeps the friendship up and the lite bill paid and we all enjoy watching you do a little something different most every time you repair wheels. Thanks for sharing with us Dave, keep up the great videos and the fun you manage to have with all your work. Fred.
It is good to watch you do wheels and preserve that knowledge for the future
Dave has done enough wheel videos that I am under the mistaken impression that I could handle some of this work.
Thanks for another very useful and informative video.
I have watched many of your wheel videos, and still watch every time you put out a new one. This was a nice quick overview of the process, but for anyone who wants more in depth, they should for sure go back into the library and watch a full on wheel building.
I love watching your videos it doesn’t matter what you do ❤
I know that you are trying to get away from doing wheels, but I really enjoy watching you do your magic.
After 50~60 years it's difficult to get enthusiastic about repairing what is often close to junk.
I still play with 'vintage' Japanese motorcycles from late 1960's through mid 70's as that was 'my era'.
Very very few people understand (or can understand) what I do to modify what were sometimes deliberately flawed designs.
Japanese bikes in 60's were often more reliable than 70's, you can't sell more when the old ones still run fine. (unless your gullible to 'BNG' as the new innovation ) :- BNG = 'bold new graphics'
You do the right thing for the customer. If you didn't make the repairs, and something happened, it would have been your fault. Always interesting to watch the wheel repair process. Stay safe.
I thank you for allowing yourself to be conned into some wheels. I have watched all of the videos and some more than once or even twice!
I never tire of your videos on wheel work. I find myself taking a close look at the wheels in all the western movies I see - I can’t help it, since you’ve taught me the difference in this or that style. You’ve created an unofficial inspector out of me.
Still my favorite videos. Thanks for showing us again.
Always enjoy watching you work no matter the task.
Great camera work thanks. Poetry in motion. The skills the finesse the lil bit of handed down learning. What a Master of his Trade
The complex geometry, disparate materials working in harmony and the close tolerances make wooden wagon wheels more art than utilitarian, though they serve a utilitarian function. Thank-you for another superb video! The camera work is always interesting!
i can watch this man work on anything.
Oh! Come on Dave! you love it really! ;)
One of my "Uncle Dave's Rules for a Successful and Happy Life" is:
"Every repair job requires more work and will be more involved than predicted."
I've never seen it proved wrong. Your video simply provided more proof.
Thanks for letting us follow along!
It was good to be reminded that the spoke wedges must run transverse to the fellies, and that wedges are glued on one side only. Also that you don’t need to cut a slot for the wedges but just give them a point of entry. Thanks to you, I’m still learning. 👏👍👌🙏🏻
I agree that surely there is no need for you to keep doing wheels. But just the same all of your hard work doesn't bother me that much, I can just sit and watch you repair them again and again. Each one is different, and it is a pleasure to see you come up with the best way to get new life out of old wheels. As an old timer myself it does my heart good to see some other old timers get a little bit more of a new life.
Always a pleasure to watch a fella that knows what he's doing no matter what it happens to be. Thanks Dave
You provide a window into the past and do it with such elegance. Thank you.
Sei sempre il migliore!!!
I really enjoy watching whatever you fix and the great attitude in which you do it!
I always learn something.
I especially like watching your wobbly drill bits 😊
Azért a végén a kerék odakoppintása a betonhoz értő fülnek mindent elmond!Köszönöm a videót mester úr!Minden videot megnézek!
It would be my guess, it will all come back to you on how it all works. I imagine you've had your fill of wheels, but I however never get tired of seeing you build, rebuild, and mend old wagon wheels, even wheels that most people would guess would be beyond repair.
The guy says, "can you tighten up these wheels a bit......." you are truly a good neighbor.
Very nice to see you do a little tire work from time to time
You're a good man Dave and also a kindhearted soul. Thanks for the refresher tutorial and video.
thank you sir , i should have known different things need doing , being down under too much weight on the brain i guess . keep up the good work , all the best terry .👍
The magician proved once again that his God given talents win the day. God bless you and Mrs. Engels.
It was good to watch you do wheel work again. Kinda missed it!
I have been watching your videos since the bob sled build. Your work brings back fond memories of my younger years growing up in the ranching environment. I truly admire craftsmanship, and that’s why I look forward to your videos - many of the things you show I have done in one form or another. Thank you!
I always enjoy you doing wheels but I can imagine you've done enough of them. Thanks for letting us come along.
Love that hip action on the wheel Dave, you'd look good on the dance floor!
Very interesting indeed . Thank you for taking me along !
Dave, I started watching on you big giant wheels so I was quite happy to see you do these. I seldom get the opportunity to go back through video libraries to see what’s been done in the past . Great video, keep up the good work.
True craftmaster
Dave and Dianne. Your community is fortunate to have neighbors like yourselves. You cannot go wrong helping a neighbor. Nice work, by the way.
I just like going to work with you doing whatever job that comes up! Repeats and uniques are all welcome.
Love all your content! It does not matter if it is blacksmith, manure wagons or tire setting - its all wonderful!
As usual, you went above and beyond expectations, and made the wheels even better than the owner could have expected. It would be wonderful if all workers of any kind took their work as seriously as you. Your work is a reflection of your character. GOOD FOR YOU! Thanks for sharing.
I know the repetative nature of doing wheels can make them boring. But after a long hard week and an especially trying Friday, a wheel vid is just what I need. :)
Wheels! I'd almost forgotten that you ever did them! I, like many other viewers (I suspect), do like a good wheel video. I think I'll have to peruse the playlists for a nice sarven rebuild :)
I'll watch you do wheels any day.🙂🙂
I believe watching a long past wheel video is what hooked me into subscribing. Lol.
You make it look easy. I know it is not.
Always enjoy watching. Thank you for teaching us. Cheers
Really enjoyed this video!
Thank you for agreeing to do the wheels. We know it's not your thing anymore, but it's always a joy to watch old wheels get a new lease of life.
Thank you for sharing.