New Bolsters and Side Frames on Smith Spreader | Engels Coach Shop
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- After taking apart then apron, I'm finishing the front axle and bolster assembly. This allows me to start the new box frames that connect the rear axle assembly with all the mechanics of a manure spreader. The early 1900's all wood Great Western Spreader is going back together, now with some help from a young friend. Thanks for coming along. Building and restoring horse drawn vehicles, manure spreaders included.
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As a retired professor, I think it's wonderful that the young man is interested, and that you are willing to share your experience and provide the facility for him to learn something that may at least become a lifelong hobby if not a career.
@BobBlarnstone - Since I first came across Dave, while he was building those huge wagons he built, I wondered if there was anyone who would follow in his footsteps ? I am thrilled that there is, in fact, a young man who will follow Dave's 'tutorledge' and be able to continue this wonderful gift that we have witnessed over the years !! That young man is to be strongly encouraged to continue and follow in Dave's fascinating tradition !!
@@johnking8679 He seems to have a decent grasp on common work and an affinity for tools. In whatever field he chooses to go… I believe these experiences will serve him well.
I'd like to add my name to the ranks of envious individuals who wish Bryce the very best for his time in the coachshop and whatever life brings thereafter.
It truly warms my heart to see a young man or girl get away from a monitor or video game and actually be productive! Getting one's hands dirty is a wonderful way to grow into a useful and productive young adult, regardless of where you end up in your career. Thanks, to you and the young man.
Great to see Brice taking his interests to the next level! The school should be proud to have an English teacher that has put a program like this together. A trade can allow young people to have a rewarding career!
A trade is often more lucrative than the jobs available with an ink-still-wet Bachelor's degree. A trade has the added advantage of a lack of student loan debt, or at least reduced debt.
Dave, it is great to see a young man joining you in your shop learning about past wagons and spreaders. Blessing to you for receiving him in your shop so you can share your knowledge.
While helping my Grampa in the dairy barn once, I told him how boring I thought it was. His answer was that only boring people get bored... then began teaching me how to direct my thoughts to be more constructive. I was 4 at the time. I'm 66 now. Not bad for a farmer. One of the most inventive and industrial people I ever knew.
Thanks for being you. These videos are (or, can be) more than what people may think.
Doing something boring where your hands do the work without needing to consult your brain is a great time to get creative brainwork done. I'm a writer (among other things) and I sure seem to solve a lot of writing problems while I'm shoveling manure in the barn. :D
@Reziac - Well said !!
I need something more effective to teach my kids about those 'boring' tasks. Apparently, by the third word I'm uttering they tune out. If I may ask, what would have your Grampa said that stuck?
Life isn't boring if you like what you are doing, it sometimes has steps you need to do to get somewhere that you may not enjoy so much but stick with it and learn how to step correctly and the correct spots and you'll reach the other side quicker and safer. The reward at the end of the day will be worth talking about to others. Good to see you doing so well along side a Master Instructor Bryce, watch him and learn from him he will not steer you wrong.
Keep up the fantastic videos Dave , always enjoy what you are sharing with us . Fred.
You not only honor, but embody the pioneer spirit, the ingenuity, the energy and knowledge that built a nation. I find it humbling to watch your devotion and dedication to the preservation of not only history, but of a way of life. So much admiration and respect. ❤
Love seeing a young person getting a taste of reality. Work can be rewarding but it isn't always fun.
Now that I'm a "senior " (72) and have those same "senior moments" it's nice to have a nice name for them. Unlike when I was much younger and I was just young and dumb or plain stupid.
Good to see a high schooler getting some real experience. Too many these days don't seem to be able to cope with life outside of school.
Thanks for the entertaining education.
Two big thumbs up to the young feller for asking to work with you!! Don't know too many youth that would want to do your kinda of work.
I would of given my left arm for the opportunity he's getting!
There is hope to the youth, at least one young guy is interested in crafts and not addicted to his smart phone.
Starting in 5th grade I made a habit of visiting the local trades after school. I usually would just stand off to the side and watch what these talented tradesman did. My mom never expected me home until 6 for dinner. Today most of these trades have a sign up saying insurance regulations prohibit your presence in there shops. What a shame as I learned more in those 2 hours after school than I did at school. We also had the benefit of wood and metal shop in junior high school. Your sharing your time with this young man is great!
I've been reading a lot of the comments and come to the conclusion that this a great community! Love what you do and at 71 years old you teach me a lot, Brice should be a vacuum sucking up what you teach him. Keep focused and good luck Brice!
What I like most about this project, is that through the remaking and reassembly, we will see, what we could never fully appreciate in a museum, and that is, how the spreader functions, and the design engineering, and production engineering, that achieved that. Not forgetting the wealth of knowledge our illustrious tutor imparts, and seeing his own engineering skills, both mind and hand, in action, as always.
Hello Bryce. Good to see you young man. It does my heart good to see a guy like yourself with ambition and a basic understanding of where you want to take yourself in the future. Bryce, I hope you will take this comment from a 62 year old, and give it some thought. Dave is a pretty accomplished craftsman with a vast amount of knowledge in many trades. I bet if you could commit to spending time with him you would be at an advantage not only to others around your age but you would gain skills that would help you in just about any field you choose. In my humble opinion, Dave looks at each job as a whole while trying to understand each piece of the puzzle. He is constantly learning and open to suggestions that "could" be useful. All in all a wise old soul. My advise is to spend as much time as you can watching, listening, and helping him where you can. Believe me sir, having a guy like Dave as a mentor will do nothing but assist you in succeeding in what ever life tosses your way.
Best of luck Bryce and I hope to see you in upcoming episodes. God bless young man.
I lived with my grandfather from the age of 4 to 13. In that time I learned a lot about working with my hands and how to see potential in things that others thought junk. From him I gained an unquenchable curiosity about how things work, and more importantly how to fix them. More importantly he had time to pass on to me the wisdoms born of expierence. I suspect that Bryce is one of those rare youth that listens carefully, and works hard to not only please his teacher, but to bolster his sense of worth. As and old man I've also learned that youth can also teach life lessons.
Advice to Bryce from blacksmith of 43 years. If you find you are excited about helping with the wagon stuff and look forward to it then take note. Working with this wagon maker, is as rare an opportunity as one could ever find. Astronauts would find it easier to make the grade, and you just walked right into it. But only if you love that sort of work, with your hands making beautiful functional things and possibly getting paid for it down the line. I strongly suggest following Mr. Engel around and suck up every word and movement.
Volunteer when you do not have to be there- get there early and stay late. Do forging and welding if you are allowed. Take every opportunity you can find to absorb, watch and learn. There are thousands of journey men and women smiths around who would give a pinky finger for your opportunity. Your food and board are paid as you live there and your young and strong. What an opportunity for a young man. I truly envy you . Go for it.
Cuando fui niño , ahora tengo 70 años , tube un tío tan sabio como Dave , no tubo educación técnica formal y su trabajo era mantener toda la maquinaria agrícola de la hacienda . Reparaba carruajes tracción animal , tractores , segadoras , arados ,etc . Hacía arados , yugos para vacunos , ruedas a carros , carrocerías. Lo más admirable fue que todo lo hacía con herramientas manuales . nada eléctrico . Y todo funcionaba y bien. Un recuerdo de mi tío Daniel quien al igual que Dave , daba vida a carruajes y maquinarias agrícolas.
That young man has some “sickem” in him, any one even interested in farming, horses, blacksmithing, and has a want to come into work with you is not lazy by any stretch of the imagination. Your spreader is taking shape, thanks for the video and I appreciate your time and willingness to help the future generation learn.
one of the greatest compliments anyne can give is the desire to learn a skill from someone, the greatest responsibility is to take the time and teach though skills. it shows the knowledge you possess Dave will never go to waste and will be passed on to future generations. spend you time and share with Bryce, I look forward to watcjhng you and him keeping the practice going for many years to come.
Wonderful idea! These are lessons the growing youth will carry with them through life. I had several opportunities as a kid of the 70s, many of my father's friends were carpenters, machinists, former USAC racers, auto shop instructors, and just good old cowboys on a budget. I remember the lessons, but mostly I remember the character of these senior gents, and that they would share their knowledge and time with a little kid/teen for hours weekly. You have a great heart, Dave.
boring tasks make the good jobs more enjoyable
As a Carpenter of some 48 years now I've wanted to take on a apprentice and have had several over the years that just didn't have what it takes or simply didn't want to work so it's nice to see the interest in the work you are doing he will find out that in most everything you do there's going to be aspects of the work that are boring like the sandblasting but when it's all said and done and the project is complete and you stand back and see what you've done wow what a Great feeling and sense of accomplishment thanks for your patience with this process and let your life experiences be pleasant ones Brice
It is GREAT to see younger people having an interest in real and tangible skills. There is no shortage of people fiddling with electronic things which makes people like Bryce so fantastic. All my best to both of you and those with similar interests.
There is nothing more valuable than a good apprentice! There's the future.
Preparing young people for the real world…. What a concept.
I think that's wonderful that there's a young'un interested in what you do... here's hoping that it becomes a full-blown apprenticeship!
What you do is far, far different from what I’ve done in my life. And yet, I watch every episode with interest and never get bored by anything. I guess what fascinates me, beyond learning about your craft, is the passion you exhibit for every endeavour you share with us. I simply enjoy your videos. Thank you.
It's great to see Bryce engaging with your work. Even if he chooses to go in a completely different direction, he will be able to say he has experience as a wainwright's assistant, and that is something very few people in this world will ever be able to claim.
As a retired industrial arts teacher I love to see youngsters get involved in work like yours. There-in lies our future.
When i was a kid in the 60s it seemed like there was one of these old, wooden spreaders behind every barn or fence row. Most dairy farms around us weren't very big so they didnt throw anything away.
It makes me smile to see someone taking so much time and care rebuilding such an unloved piece of equipment.
Good show on getting the young folks involved.
Cheers
Terry
As a young lad back in the mid 1960's, our FFA class required seniors to work in an agriculture related job. I went to school for half the day and worked the second half for a fellow who picked up dead farm animals and delivered them to the rendering plant. After 60 years I remember the smell.
G'day from Australia Dave and Brice, i grew up hearing stories of my Great Grandfather who was a 5' tall blacksmith, i am so envious of this young man being able to work in your shop.
i personally love prep work involved in restoration, and find sand blasting relaxing as i can forget my troubles and enjoy the rewarding experience of cleaning 50+ years of grunge from old car parts.
Good to see a young bloke doing useful stuff with his hands and not wasting time playing with a telephone
Welcome Brice! It's nice to have you aboard.
When I was young, 67 now. I learned on a farm and other ways. It good to see other young ones looking for ways to go through life.
Thanks for allowing Bryce to have such a great opportunity! Kudos to your local school for having such a program.
It's good to know that the " ways and arts of the past" are not going to be lost to the sands of time. It amazes me where a"Gex Zer" sees something old they automatically assume that it is inferior to the newest version . The craftsmanship from a simple farm made tool to help with chores made frome simple scrap horse-drawn scycle bar cutter blades and broke sledgehammer handles. Made into useful tools for the farm family and help. Where a Gen Z'rs sees just a bunch of junk.
Learning old school ways isn't bad. Sometimes simple is much more rewarding. The more sophisticated the plumbing the easier it is to plug up the drain! I wish this young man success with this great learning experience.
I am a firm believer in "apprenticeships". You are taking the time to share your knowledge/experience. He won't be able to absorb it all but He can't have a better well to draw from. Thank You David.
Dave, its great you have taken Brice in and giving him some real world advice and experience. The country needs more of this.
You are named after a great race horse, and I say that with all respect.
@@doctwiggenberry5324 Your the first person who has ever commented that to me in the comment section. I grew up on a farm and used horses daily in one way or another. My Father would talk about the great Dan Patch every once in awhile and his stories were interesting. I live in the same state the pacer was from. Thanks for commenting.👍🐴.
Thanks Dave.
When I went to secondary school in a rural area, we had a scheme of working one day a week and whole days during school holidays.
In the last year we had to do a project and I worked for a week in a harbour unloading ships.
Our school organised all of it, like transport and insurance.
At that time, I was used to working physical labour.
My kids and grandkids went and go the same path.
It is a lesson for life.👏
Great that your giving a young fellow a chance to learn your profession to carry on fixing and making all this old stuff that you do.
It's good that you take a young man on and teach him about work , even if it's what you want to do , there's the boring gritty bits that go on for eons . It's a necessary lesson and I hope well learned . Don't let a senior moment freak you , with what you have going on it's a reasonable thing . Great video 👍🇬🇧
FYI: Those were called Politicians back in the day, My grandfather used to make those and he used to joke that he has assembled more politicians than congress.
One of my uncles called the manure spreader "the politician", lol.
It's so great that a young guy has a mentor like you to help form his career foundation.
Two of my favorite horse chores were mowing hay and spreading manure. Just cant beat it. Nice to see Brice on board.
Really great you are helping a young person just getting started. When you teach a young person a skill, they will have something from you for the rest of their lives.
Kudos to that teacher for setting up that program. I had an opportunity to learn some skills that way when I was in high school and college though not through a program like that. While what I learned was not my career the returns on what I learned have been tremendous over the last 40+ years. Best wishes to Brice for his future and good on you for participating in the program.
Moving right along on the spreader. Great to see a young man wanting to go into a practical trade. He will get very good experience working in your shop.
Ahhh, yes, my favorite part is when all the parts are cleaned and replaced, now it gets put back together. Satisfying.
Well now, someone is going to have lifelong memories of working with and learning from a master's master. I am so jealous. 😊 👍👍👍
It appears that Brice already knows his way around the shop pretty well! Good for him!
When I was still working I was tasked with passing on many years of knowledge to those younger people. I have met a few over the years who have moved on in life and all remember some facet of things we did. Great to see you with a helper you are teaching the old ways of doing things, the hardest part I had was getting them to think like I did about how to go about solving issues.
What a great opportunity for that young man! I admit I am jealous... but in a happy way.
Hello from Germany ! I love slow living and constant Work ! My Father and my Grandfather were Millers, and they taught me Wodd and Metal Work when i was young...50 ears ago....We lived in a Water Power Plant, belonging to the Mill and in the old barn at the Mill there was this old Staff from the good old Days. I fixed some Saws and some wooden Carts . It is still a part of my living to fix old Things and i appreciate your Profession ! It is good to see something getting on to younger People, so we will not be forgotten ! Kind regards from Germany, Rudi !
When I went to votech in 68 to be an auto mechanic they were teaching us about the cars and trucks of the 30's so we would understand where all of the technology and newer technologies came from most of the teachers teaching us were in their late 50s and 60s and still were very upto date for those present times
Mark Twain said something to the effect that "Education begins when schooling ends".
Good to see Brice getting some education to go with his schooling. 🙂
Who knows, Dave. You might be training your replacement!
I love to see young kids interested in working these days.
Welcome to the shop Bryce. You have an excellent teacher in Mr. Dave.
Your young apprentice doing his senior project with you is getting a fantastic opportunity to work and learn from you in a real world environment. Your knowledge and skills can live on by offering this apprenticeship for this young man. My hat is off to you for doing this. There is darn few opportunities for students to have this kind of real world education.
We need young people keeping these old arts alive
Sr David I thank you for teaching tha young man a start in life is great to see that there are younger generation are willing to carry on with the old tradition and ways alive is awesome 👌 👏 👍
You are an inspiration to us all. Some of my fondest memories are helping my Dad and learning the use of tools (I am now 63). Great to hear Bryce is interested in black-smithing. From Australia.
It's very kind of you to take the time to share your knowledge with younger people. You have so much wisdom that needs to be passed on so it's not lost for future generations. What a privilege for him!
As a 70 year old with 55 years involved in restoring brick stone and rendering work. There is nothing more fulfilling than to pass your working knowledge on to a young bloke!
Taking the time to help, encourage an mentor a young man is an amazing gift. Not only to him, but for the community as well.
Journey of a thousand miles starts with the first step😀 and you are well past that. Think twice do once as you always do and there is no need to retrace and start some of that journey again. Your skills and knowledge allow you to be the detective you need to be to work this out. A forensic detective at that. Love the way you have the overall picture sorted as a skeleton for the whole project and zoom in to each specific area to work out want was there what has been replaced and what you will do in keeping with the overall job. Admire your drive grit determination to get it done.
This piece of mechanical wizardry reminds me of a tool my grandfather patented and manufactured in the 40’s. It was a (manure) wagon lift designed around a model T jack. Mom told me how her and her triplet sisters would help paint the frame when they were about 6 or 7 during the war when new equipment and help was hard to come by because of rationing and both her older brothers serving in the army. Went by the wayside with the advent of built in hydraulics, so production was limited to a few years.
Your helper looks like a good kid. Nothing wrong with a little boring now and then, it allows you to appreciate the fun stuff instead of taking it for granted. Progress looks promising so far, thanks for sharing and have a good day.
So proud to see the younger ones instead in the older tech
We've gotta teach em Dave, good on you! Especially if they've got a natural interest, holy cow grab em and show them the way. I do it too, teaching youngsters how to take care of two battlefields. It takes a lot of patience and time but seeing them grow to take my understanding and knowledge of our responsibility to these lands is amazing!
Not only does the young man know how to handle the working end of the broom, but very capable and understanding of the basic processes of working with his hands. Thinking as he is doing, so it is done right. Well done.
Dave you're an excellent example of very skilled talent building all the different items you build. Bryce is lucky to be able to learn from you. Best wishes for both of you !
What a lucky young man - and what a kind mentor - I'm impressed by you both.
Bryce is going to remember this experience working with you for the rest of his life. I'm sure you've had others over the years and you made lasting impressions and passed on priceless lessons to those youngsters too. Well done all around Dave!
Bryce is a very fortunate young man to spend such valuable time with the master, what a treat. I bet he will still be talking about the things he learnt when he is as old as you are now. Just like how you remember things your parents taught you when you were young but stick in your head for life.
Price, you’ve made a good choice working with Mr. Engel. Make the most of it by not just learning some of the craft, but also the temperament, work ethic and practical ways of accomplishing a given task. It will serve you well no matter what you do in life. You seem like a respectful young man, God bless you son.
Apologies if I got your name wrong. Maybe Bryce!
Kudos to your young helper. he looks like a good hard worker.
Hopefully he will take up your trade to keep the tradition alive and learn that hard work pays off in the end
When i was growing up i spent time with my grandparents. And our next door neighbor was an old mechanic with a shop. I spent as much time as i could with him. Helping fix lawn mowers, cars and even farm tractors. The first time i ever seen a big tractor split in half, i was mezmerized by his skill. I to this day can fix most stuff. Out of necessity and pure enjoyment of the task at hand that man taught me a lot more than mechanics.. Love to see the young getting involved. Kudos for the suspenders Bryce! Good young man.
Wrangler's and suspenders. I think Bryce has some idea where he wants to be.
Thanks for participating in the school program, it can be frustrating to have a part timer in the shop but you know it is very good for a young mans development. I had my eyes opened a lot when I worked for someone other than my father or grandfather. Charles
The Young man works like you do. Thats impressive.
Like many of your commenters I am glad that the school has this program and ad always you are willing to jump in and teach someone who wants to learn. I hope we see more of him. I remember you having help building the Borax wagons. Keep up the good work..
Good luck to Bryce and good on you for taking this young man on.
Life is what you make it. If you have an interest and opertunity go for it, yes, there are some things that are boring no matter what you do. But when you look back at the finished job, you can be proud of a job well done. Congratulations to Brice and his English teacher for teaching and accepting life lessons. And for the mentors who have the desire and interest to help others.
It nice to see some young blood interested in working with their hands and minds
Brice you have an excellent teacher, listen and you will learn. Good Luck in your studies. Thank you Dave for participating.
Even a crappy wagon becomes a work of art at Engels!
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Apprenticeships have been a disappearing concept for many years. Nice to see the practice is alive and well at Engels Coach Shop. Well done my friend..
That there manure spreader sure is one complicated piece of machinery! I will be amazed if I ever understand how it works, even though I have seen such wagons at work long ago. Very fragrant operation. Also, I am delighted to see that young man working along side you, and would really like to see a dedicated apprentice there in the shop, to learn your trade. Wonder if there is anyone now a days who would want to make a career as a wagon wright, rather than diddling with a computer for big bucks? I worked all my life, got my hands dirty, and felt proud of it. There will always be a need for a working man in this world. Keep up the good work, always proud of you.
I can't count the times I've watched you in the shop doing what you do. and like so many other saying to myself, (Man! it's a shame he does not have an Apprentice working in the shop learning what he has to offer.Yes I know the video's ate teaching but that's not the same as having one by one's side to speak and teach hands on. one on one. So So glad to see Bryce there and also kudos for his teacher for having the insight to create such a class. I shake my head every time I see a kid with an vidoe game in there hands. or an Iphone etc. wastng their minds on "Time lost" that could be spent learning a trade etc. Thanks for sharing ECF.
Welcome to the new lad. Straight into working with an 'A' list celebrity.
I teach automotive engineering in a college and all of our Level 1 and Level 2 students have to do 2 weeks Work Experience in a company involved in the industry as a mandatory part of their study programme each year. It could be in a workshop, paint shop, sales department, cars, motorcycles etc. A large number have managed to get jobs and apprenticeships from this. I am really pleased that you are also engaged in helping our young people achieve their goals. Great stuff Dave.
Dave, I would really like to see a video of you drilling holes, the way my father had to, with a "brace and bit". I think that would be a great way to show how the early black smiths and carpenters had to struggle every day, doing their jobs. (I personally have more power tools that I deserve... LOL)
Nice to see a young man wanting to learn and work with talent like you
Darn if the lumber industry isn't lacking with provisions ! Sure is good to see that someone young has some interest in the real world of things. He will learn so much just hanging around the Engles Coach Shop and the best part is, he will be learning traditional methods that are tried and true plus the craft that has to go with it.
I am a retired high school science teacher and think what you are doing with this young man is outstanding. It is so enjoyable to see a teenage doing something besides staring at a cellphone. I hope he can continue down this path. Thank you for providing him this opportunity. Keep up the good work. On a side note that is some beautiful clear Ash,
The challenge with any boring, repetitive task is to create the mental game that injects an element of fun. Over the years my success in this endeavor has been hit and miss.
Young folks like that give us hope for the future. He will remember this time and Mr. Dave Engle for the rest of his life.