Restoration Of Caterpillar 385C Excavator - Sotiriadis/Labrianidis Mining And Construction
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
- Transforming Giants: The Restoration of the Caterpillar 385C Excavator
In today’s engaging video, we delve into the intricate process of repainting the iconic Caterpillar 385C excavator and restoring its bucket to pristine condition. This detailed journey highlights the dedication and craftsmanship involved in bringing a heavy machine back to life, showcasing each step in the complicated painting and restoration process.
The Significance of Restoration
Restoring a machine like the Caterpillar 385C is not just about aesthetics; it’s about preserving a valuable piece of equipment that plays a crucial role in construction and excavation projects. A well-maintained appearance can also enhance the machine’s resale value and boost morale on the job site. The restoration process ensures that the excavator continues to perform at its best while looking sharp and professional.
Step-by-Step Painting Process
The video takes us through the meticulous steps involved in the painting process, starting with the preparation phase.
Cleaning and Inspection: The first step is to thoroughly clean the excavator's exterior, removing dirt, grease, and old paint. This essential preparation allows the new paint to adhere properly. During this phase, operators inspect the machine for any damage that might need repair before painting.
Surface Preparation: Once cleaned, the team addresses any imperfections on the excavator’s surface. This may involve sanding down rough areas, filling in dents or scratches, and ensuring that the surface is smooth and even. Proper preparation is key to achieving a flawless finish.
Priming: After the surface is ready, a primer is applied to enhance adhesion and provide a uniform base for the topcoat. This step not only helps the paint stick better but also adds an extra layer of protection against the elements.
Painting: The heart of the process! Skilled painters use high-quality equipment to apply several coats of vibrant paint to the excavator. The video captures the precision and care taken during this stage, as the painters work to ensure an even coverage and rich color depth. Watching the transformation unfold is truly satisfying.
Restoration of the Bucket: The bucket of the Caterpillar 385C also receives special attention. After cleaning and repairing any damage, it is painted to match the excavator, ensuring a cohesive look. The restoration of the bucket is critical, as it’s one of the most important parts of the machine, responsible for its digging and lifting capabilities.
Final Touches and Stickers: As the painting process nears completion, the team meticulously applies the final details and stickers that showcase the Caterpillar brand and model. These details are not just decorative; they reinforce the machine’s identity and signify its operational capabilities.
The Result: A Fresh Start
Once all the steps are completed, the video reveals the stunning transformation of the Caterpillar 385C excavator. The freshly painted machine shines, reflecting the care and effort put into its restoration. It’s not just a visual upgrade; it symbolizes renewed strength and functionality, ready to take on its next challenge in the field.
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Awesome, looks brand new out of the factory!!!
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I wouldn't call this a restoration more like a repaint job
Correct, no oil change, pins track rollers. just shop front dressing.
Lipstick on a pig!
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Dulux rebuild
@@karlkarl6632 We call these "5 Gallon overhauls" before companies send their garbage off to the auction and some poor unsuspecting buyer gets a pile of junk thinking they just lucked out on a nice pretty machine.
the only one here doing any restoration is the guy who worked on that bucket for days
True all of the others only sand the paint and put on new paint so that is kinda easy it not easy but easier than the guy who do the bucket
What a nice restoration of the bucket! When are you going to do the rest of the machine?
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In my neck of the woods thats not called a restoration. We call it paintjob.
At least it will look pretty while its waiting for the fitter to show up ....again !
It’ll still leak oil and have a rattle 😂
No doubt,cheap labor and paint on some wore out piece of shit
We’ve always called it a “rattle can rebuild”.
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Looks like brand new excavator ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ keep it up 😊😊😊😊😊
at least it will look good when it's broken down.
Soo true
Na them cat last for ever
And my boss had use do this and to a 323 cat every thing was fine with it just the paint was bad and he was selling it
Agree with most ,, stunning paint job but doesn’t hide that fact that it has a trillion working hours on the clock.
Your right about that
It may have had a complete overhaul then the video was taken when they repainted it
Motor and hydrology could have been redone. Makes more sense than to buy a new one
You ever thought they might have dropped a new engine in there.
@@joeburrows6 it’s says restoration in the title , if they put an engine in it they would have gladly filmed the fact (hence restoration)
The 245B ME and this 385C LME are the most gorgeous machines!
Unfortunately at an extremely high price
I'm impressed,super good looking paint job,and craftsmanship,
Spoken from a man who truly knows the beauty of a machine is much more than a fine paint job... we're at a point now where the DIY guy won't be able to work on a machine without proprietary software needed to repair/replace/calibrate simple components.... injectors, controllers, variable turbos, exhaust filters, etc. without a dealership. We should all enjoy this level of craftsmanship while we still can
But its still a caterpillar....
Идеальная работа. Как же они любят технику
We call that a Ritchi bro’s rebuild.
that is exactly what i was thinking.. Wore out tracks, {oops they did change pads}, boom pin bores worn, but damn that paint job will bring them in every time
cant beat a euro auction special
Yup.. needs the ol 5 gallon overhaul
Ain’t that Purdy, just like putting lipstick on a pig
Lol I thought the same thing, a sherwin williams overhaul. Spend some money on paint and f@ck over the guy who buys it at auction
Around here that's called a craigslist rebuild.
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Here in Australia that’s called a Dulux rebuild.
The Cat Decal even came with the Copyright label. Legit!
Welder is welding in short sleeves, he's a better man than I am
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Nice 'sweeping-motion, spray painting - yes, experienced it doing bmw work on a Tuna Vessel on the slip-way,.nice job even on the bucket mod's..awesome..nice presente 👍🦾✌️ thnx 🤙✌️👍
They restored it cosmetically, but not mechanically, which is by far the more important task.
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Excellent video once again MMC 👍👍👍
The boys done a great job on the machine, well done 👍👍👍
The welder should get all the money from this project
Poor chap cant even afford a handle for his welding helmet....lol
He's going to need it for the skin cancer treatments in twenty years.
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Good job repair bucket and restoration unit
The only good thing about this video is it led me to other GOOD excavator videos.
Excellent!! Welder need a mask please he will be most productive with both hands, beautiful works guys
Love the forklift platform
EHS approved !
Considering they done that outside, amazing job
I'd love to see someone respray a newer CAT machine and backdate it with old Caterpillar yellow and pacman decals.
the pacman logo was great graphic design.
Every Pac-Man logo cat key I find I keep
Lol
Looks more like a chop shop😎
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So this is what you call a restoration huh? The old RUSTO RESTO !
Did anyone see them rebuild the engine. The pumps, bearing, motors, planetary drives, or how about the tracks, and most important the damm hydro block,
didn't even replace a hose
I was thinking about that too people could be buying used diggers
Its restoration and not rebuilt
@@nikpalt4676 all they restored was the paint.
@@nikpalt4676 definition of restoration the action of returning something to a former owner, place, or condition:
Bravo les gents d'atelier
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The good old Ritchie brothers tuneup.
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Looked amazing. Lots of work involved. Now I want to do my 96 Cat 307. Thanks UA-cam for getting me in over my head again lol
I’m wondering what company would pay for that. Looks like it’s for a mine. I’m stunned they care what the paint looks like. Nice looking bucket work but the paint seems so redundant. Don’t get me wrong it looks awesome when it’s done.
Not bad for 12 minutes work lads
Love the guy standing on the barrel .
Oh c'est ma passion
Это не рестоврация, это просто перекраска.
good job gaes
Couldn’t do this the Uk 🇬🇧.
As it’s pissing down all the time ☔️ 🌧
Top excavator quality CAT
You did a great job, good work, very enjoyable to watch
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That a big job. To do . That is awesome 👏
Great job 👍
They only repainted it... Nothing special
@@stefaneckl6197 obviously 🙄
Ritchie Bros would be proud
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We used to call that a 5 gallon overhaul
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Hey guys ! You should invest in an airless paint gun. Dipping in a 5 gallon pail. You’re gonna see through that paint you have there now in a couple days.
Que bien pintar al aire libre con viento tierra. Sois unos profesionales
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Super travail, belle peinture avec de nouveaux stickers.👏👏.. félicitations à toute l'équipe pour avoir redonné une deuxième jeunesse et cette CAT .. merci pour la vidéo 👍👍😉
Nice work 👌. People ,,, turned out great ,, fine job ,,!!!
Good job and nice work
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great job
where’s the strip down where’s the tolerance checks wheres the restoration ?? It’s a rattle refurb.
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Paint job...
Not to mention the birdshit welds on the bucket
What you're squealing about is a rebuild
Good job
Very very good from iraq
Smart to weld that bucket with short sleeves!
And smoke a cig while doing it
Awesom,looks brand new out of the factory!!!
Çok iyi video 👍👍👍👍👍
Wonderful job!
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beautiful machine. thanks for sharing!
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Great yards you lots of excavators, big and small
Man I thought we were the only ones with worn out buckets. Makes me feel a little better knowing we aren’t.
Wow what a lovely transformation. Nice!
That should call .Rattle Can.sticker job.overhaull.
Cool 😀👍
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👍👍👍Turned out great
Good jobb
Looks good👍👍
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Restored? Looks like a dulux rebuild to me !!
I do the same job and do the engine and bucket and the bushes very neat job guys it looks easy but it's really job make more videos like your channel
Thanks, very interesting seeing this process. These guys do a beautiful job restoring this machine
They didn't restore it just painted it. A restoration would have been taking it all apart and adding a lot of new parts! That would have taken months....
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Some bog, paint and new stickers... Boom! Full 'restoration' complete.
Was this a rattle-can rebuild or did it get new bearings, bushings, rebuilt powertrain components before the video started?
Looks like it only had a paint job.
A paint job is far from “restoration” another clickbait title.
They probably have already done the pins and busshings before this video, uts part of regular maintenace and repair
Five gallon overhaul
Как в Казахстане, покрасили и продали как новый😂
Wonder of the cost of this was worth it for a machine with so many hours. Can anyone disclose how much it cost to do all the work to the machine?
In my neck o' the woods we call that a respray!
Super job! That excavator looks mean again!
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Nice
God Job
It looks like next gen cat 385c 2020
Good luck
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Top video!