Hi Waldo I have been working around heavy equipment for about 45 years and have seen more than a few people get hurt. There’s lots of good videos on UA-cam that can help up your safety game. Thanks for the great videos and good luck.👍
I just bought a 1979 John Deere 310-B and it is also in rough shape.I am really encouraged by seeing you work on this project. I am presently working on the inside of the cab. Thanks for sharing.
Loud and leaking oil.... You got that right! We used many of the 3-53 engines in railroad track equipment and they were good workhorses. The hardest part was starting them in the cold. Give me a Cummis with preheat any day!!!
Hi Waldo, it has been awhile. Since then I miss a few good deals, one was a Dynahoe. When ever one is priced right & in good condition it is gone before I get a shot at it. Well I bought a 1963 John Deere 500 Industrial tractor/backhoe. More than I wanted to spend but with delivery it was in my affordable price range. Had to change a couple of leaking hoses so far. None of the gauges work but it runs. Did not get a chance to put it to work yet due to all the mud. Fenders need attention ,a good cleaning and paint. Some of the bushings are worn but still useable. Have to learn how to repair them. Hope that is all I will need. The work you show in your videos are a big help. Stay safe, Joe Z
Just came back to watch your first video again now that you’re sneaking up on 300k subscribers. Wow you’ve come a long way in a short time relatively speaking. 👍🏻🇺🇸
Good job buddy, the only thing I would have done before the install is hit the rusty frame rails with a angle grinder that has a wire wheel and put a few licks of fresh paint on those places that will be hard to reach with a paint brush after everything is installed.
Nice video! I own a 190 with a 3 in one front bucket. Had front axle left steering arm broken and PS cylinder in the s shape. I had the same oil filter problems, housing was messed up. Still have some things to do, brakes, mangled driveshaft, cab windows. Have rebuilt the outrigger cylinders myself, made some shims, fixed pin keepers. I love this work, I grew up welding, machining and fabricating stuff for all sorts of strange machines. Even put a diesel in a ford pinto wagon and a Datsun pickup in the late 70s Thanks for the awesome videos Chuck
Just a thought, but perhaps a piece of plywood might have helped on getting that engine into place....would have to roll better on a 4x8 sheet....even a old rough piece. Thanks for videos....good stuff!
When I was kid in the late 50's and early 60's these engines were very common. it is good to hear them again. And yes , they were known to leak as much oil as they burned . But, they sound fantastic and are truly American !
I had an idea that could possibly help with your caster wheels on dirt struggles. Have a decent sized sheet of steel, weld some strap or hook attachment points so you can move it with one of your machines. You could park the front end of the vehicle you’re working on on it and move it around between projects. Quarter inch plate might be supportive enough, but I admit I’m no expert, just going off of the plate I put under my wood stove. Anyway, I love your videos. I want to start accumulating vehicular projects, but have a ton of learning to do before attempting one. Might start small with a go kart or side by side. Dynahoe is the last series of yours I’m not yet up to date on. I watched all your videos in like a week and a half!
@@WaldosWorld On my loaders. I use the top hydraulic pin as the pivot for the angle iron... Then at the bottom where it rests on the Rams nut i weld angle iron flat to rest on the nut Then on the loader I weld a bolt that the holder can swing into and be held with when not in use.. Also use a belting material glued in to protect the shaft... Also I put one on each side... Clean. Easy. Safe and never have to look for them
I recon you needed a little loader trying to move that engine mate lol 😆 😂 🤣 the quality of your first vids is outstanding young man . Peace n love from Cumbria UK 🇬🇧 ❤
Just discovered your channel today while looking at 3n53 specs. I'm considering installing one in a jeep. Would love to pick your brain about your rebuild! Really enjoying the channel!
That would be a really cool build! Rebuilding a 3-53 is easy enough if you're mechanically inclined and can pay attention to detail. I'd recommend getting a copy of the official Detroit Diesel 53-series service manual -- it's very helpful and full of detail. You can probably find a used copy on eBay or Amazon
When sellers see (or hear from) Waldo, they should immediately raise the price by at least 20% because they are selling their item at a considerable discount to its true market value
Love the backhoe and love the price even more lol I have a JD now but no backhoe maybe I just get it sold and look for a project like yours Nice work 👍
Your a very brave young man with the way you have the loader proped up . I would not have given 3000 for that In that shape it's only worth 1000 on a good day
I'm not as brave as it seemed. There was a 4x4 post holding up the loader frame off-camera. The price may seem a little steep, but there was little availability on the market and everything was *expensive*!
@@WaldosWorld oh I saw the post and the jack that's why I say you are brave 💪. I've over paid for things before just because I wanted it that bad , I've bin there ,
Bucyrus Erie is not a defunct company . They sold out to Caterpillar a few years ago and the machines are still made . They stopped making small machinery in the mid 80's .
Looks like a nice machine for 3000. Keep up the videos. Your production quality and content are good. What are your plans for it one you get it fully operational?
Waldo, Your skill set and drive are very impressive. I am not familiar with this rig but how did you line up the transmission front pump drive to the torque converter? I have always installed them into the transmission and then bolt the torque converter to the flex plate. Thanks and great video.
Hello Waldo, I like ur video great stuff I do have a quick question for you as I’m working on putting a 3-53 in my dynahoe 190 and I’m trying to figure out what the back cam cover piece goes to as mine was taken apart when I purchased it, I can send you a picture to show you what I’m talking about
Thanks! Unfortunately, I didn't film the rebuild (that was before I decided to create the channel). I'm an engineer by trade, but I've always done some mechanical work
If your a Dynahoe Owners then check out our Facebook Group called just that "Dynahoe Owners"...We help each other with advise, parts, manuals and years of experience.
Couldn’t you lay down some plywood when moving engine hoist? Just saying, I saw a piece 6 feet away. Might not be strong enough for that weight, but u could get some stronger wood.
unlike yours that actually has some valves, they actually made a 4-51 that had no valves at all. Check it out. I don't think it worked very well as you never see one of them ! I like your stuff Waldo, Keep it up ! I hope you dont mind me suggesting other old machines, but you seem like a guy that is interested by the old stuff !
@@lewiemcneely9143 it was a 4-71 and was a two stroke diesel...they also came in 2-71, 6-81, 8-71, 12-71... the 6, 8, and 12s were called V71 as they were V blocks and the 71 is because each cylinder was 71ci. They run based on the same principle as a 2 stroke dirtbike or chain saw except on diesel fuel instead....fun fact, they run equally well in reverse rotation!
@@johnpike9612 I know. I've worked the 71's all the way from 2 to 12V's and 6V-53's and 3's and 4's in Army construction and quarry work. Nothing bigger than the 71 series though. No 92's or up. I ran OLD stuff.
Man I would really be interested in exactly why you left California and started a new life in New Hampshire was it the high tax rate? Or just you were tired of the rat race of everyday work life is. Please share I feel like you would help and inspire many many people. Your move seems to be a pretty sweet bucket list thing I’ve been thinking. Take care over in New Hampshire
Waldo , I just purchased a used backhoe very similar in design to yours, it is a prototype built by Ingersoll Rand and features a Detroit Diesel engine with turbocharger . I was searching you tube and found your video with the Detroit engine in yours . I was trying to find out information about the engine in mine , what series , and model it is . Any pointers on how to determine what particular Detroit engine I have ? Any advice would be greatly appreciated . My machine has same digging depth capabilities with the same large 6 inch cylinders as your unit . My engine sounds great , was very well cared for and is ready to run as soon as I change the engine oil and filter. Thanks for any advice ??
First of all I didn't think you had any boom supports. SORRY! A piece of angle between the cylinder top and boom is an easy and cheap and strong fix. And the 'Screaming Jimmy' handle was coined because the first engines weren't Detroits, they were G.M. Diesels, hince- Gmmy's.I forgot Bucyrus made those but I ran several Bucyrus/Erie cranes and they made good stuff. Also the Dynahoe is a BUFFALO! Tough as woodpecker lips. Good deal!
Please invest in a couple of come-a-longs and quit with the ratchet straps. You do amazing work. I would hate to see you get injured by using a ratchet strap improperly. Straps are for tying stuff down. Not lifting and pulling. Get a couple small chain come a longs for goodness sake. I am sure you can afford it.
@@WaldosWorld That still is not safe. Especially as you are pulling on the front axle, sifting the loader around a little bit. The rule is to never trust hydraulics, even when they are working properly. You also had the jack doing some supporting, which is another issue. They can fail. You really need to find a different way of supporting this arm.
Watching you drive that backhoe in first gear is really making it hard to watch try second gear and there should be a throttle switch with a rabbit and a turtle that's rabbits fast turtle slow because the idles way too fast on it
The power to weight ratio is particularly poor compared to modern diesels, but no emissions garbage to worry about and the cool factor is off the charts 😎
![Trying to Start a Detroit Diesel 3-53 for the First Time [Dynahoe 160 Part 2]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/lrErRDMj_Vo/mqdefault.jpg)
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Hi Waldo I have been working around heavy equipment for about 45 years and have seen more than a few people get hurt. There’s lots of good videos on UA-cam that can help up your safety game. Thanks for the great videos and good luck.👍
I just bought a 1979 John Deere 310-B and it is also in rough shape.I am really encouraged by seeing you work on this project. I am presently working on the inside of the cab. Thanks for sharing.
Love these machines. Never been nothing like them since the 70’s
If you leave it outside make sure you put a can over the exhaust stack. Rain will get in, freeze and crack the head.
Loud and leaking oil.... You got that right! We used many of the 3-53 engines in railroad track equipment and they were good workhorses. The hardest part was starting them in the cold. Give me a Cummis with preheat any day!!!
Hi Waldo, it has been awhile. Since then I miss a few good deals, one was a Dynahoe. When ever one is priced right & in good condition it is gone before I get a shot at it. Well I bought a 1963 John Deere 500 Industrial tractor/backhoe. More than I wanted to spend but with delivery it was in my affordable price range. Had to change a couple of leaking hoses so far. None of the gauges work but it runs. Did not get a chance to put it to work yet due to all the mud. Fenders need attention ,a good cleaning and paint. Some of the bushings are worn but still useable. Have to learn how to repair them. Hope that is all I will need. The work you show in your videos are a big help.
Stay safe, Joe Z
Waldo what a great life you have chosen
Just came back to watch your first video again now that you’re sneaking up on 300k subscribers. Wow you’ve come a long way in a short time relatively speaking. 👍🏻🇺🇸
Good job buddy, the only thing I would have done before the install is hit the rusty frame rails with a angle grinder that has a wire wheel and put a few licks of fresh paint on those places that will be hard to reach with a paint brush after everything is installed.
Nice video! I own a 190 with a 3 in one front bucket. Had front axle left steering arm broken and PS cylinder in the s shape. I had the same oil filter problems, housing was messed up. Still have some things to do, brakes, mangled driveshaft, cab windows. Have rebuilt the outrigger cylinders myself, made some shims, fixed pin keepers. I love this work, I grew up welding, machining and fabricating stuff for all sorts of strange machines. Even put a diesel in a ford pinto wagon and a Datsun pickup in the late 70s Thanks for the awesome videos Chuck
Thanks! Owning and fixing a Dynahoe sure does take some creativity and some skills to keep it going!
My dad actually has a factory diesel datsun pickup
Just a thought, but perhaps a piece of plywood might have helped on getting that engine into place....would have to roll better on a 4x8 sheet....even a old rough piece. Thanks for videos....good stuff!
When I was kid in the late 50's and early 60's these engines were very common. it is good to hear them again. And yes , they were known to leak as much oil as they burned . But, they sound fantastic and are truly American !
Yeah, it's a shame these engines aren't used much anymore. I'll do my part in helping to keep some of them going!
They don't actually leak oil. They mark their territory.
@Mark Hall LOL 😄😄
I had an idea that could possibly help with your caster wheels on dirt struggles. Have a decent sized sheet of steel, weld some strap or hook attachment points so you can move it with one of your machines. You could park the front end of the vehicle you’re working on on it and move it around between projects. Quarter inch plate might be supportive enough, but I admit I’m no expert, just going off of the plate I put under my wood stove. Anyway, I love your videos. I want to start accumulating vehicular projects, but have a ton of learning to do before attempting one. Might start small with a go kart or side by side. Dynahoe is the last series of yours I’m not yet up to date on. I watched all your videos in like a week and a half!
Love to see you paint your backhoe and excavator
Better than blocking the loader bucket up with lumber
Use Angle iron over the hydraulic loader ram shafts
Good idea, thanks for the tip!
@@WaldosWorld
On my loaders. I use the top hydraulic pin as the pivot for the angle iron...
Then at the bottom where it rests on the Rams nut i weld angle iron flat to rest on the nut
Then on the loader I weld a bolt that the holder can swing into and be held with when not in use..
Also use a belting material glued in to protect the shaft...
Also I put one on each side...
Clean. Easy. Safe and never have to look for them
Clever!
@@WaldosWorld
I didn't invent it
Just modified for my uses
I recon you needed a little loader trying to move that engine mate lol 😆 😂 🤣 the quality of your first vids is outstanding young man .
Peace n love from Cumbria UK 🇬🇧 ❤
Plywood helps a lot, you have a floor like mine, good job 👍
Yup, 3/8s plywood is nice and light. Old cardboard boxes work too.
That sheet of plywood you had leaning next to the machine was screaming at you the whole time you were pulling the engine!
Excellent. Great to have found this channel. Please tell me you have a series coming on the 353 rebuild?
Unfortunately, I didn't film any of it 😢. I'm sure I'll have a rebuild series for a different engine at some point
@@WaldosWorld That would be cool. Such a rare engine.
Screaming green road oiling machine. Another name and yes they are very dependable. New engine specs are using I think a gallon of oil per day
Just discovered your channel today while looking at 3n53 specs. I'm considering installing one in a jeep. Would love to pick your brain about your rebuild! Really enjoying the channel!
That would be a really cool build! Rebuilding a 3-53 is easy enough if you're mechanically inclined and can pay attention to detail. I'd recommend getting a copy of the official Detroit Diesel 53-series service manual -- it's very helpful and full of detail. You can probably find a used copy on eBay or Amazon
@@WaldosWorld Awesome! I will look for a manual. I need to do more research on what a good deal is for the engine. I have a line on two right now.
When sellers see (or hear from) Waldo, they should immediately raise the price by at least 20% because they are selling their item at a considerable discount to its true market value
Nice work man 👌
Thanks!
Love the backhoe and love the price even more lol I have a JD now but no backhoe maybe I just get it sold and look for a project like yours
Nice work 👍
I think a sheet of plywood to roll the hoist on would have been money well spent...great video thanks for sharing
In retrospect, that would have been a very good idea!
Like the piece leaning against the red tractor ;-)
OMG.....you are my hero....am complaining about not having a perfect setup....but you just dove in and got the job done!!!!
Put the bolts in the oil pan holes before you stick it up under there the gasket will hold them in place.
Couple of sheets of 3/4plywood would've made that a little easier for sure
Very true!
You definitely need a steam pressure washer. It is easier to work on clean equipment, and much more enjoyable.
Your a very brave young man with the way you have the loader proped up .
I would not have given 3000 for that
In that shape it's only worth 1000 on a good day
I'm not as brave as it seemed. There was a 4x4 post holding up the loader frame off-camera. The price may seem a little steep, but there was little availability on the market and everything was *expensive*!
@@WaldosWorld oh I saw the post and the jack that's why I say you are brave 💪. I've over paid for things before just because I wanted it that bad , I've bin there ,
@@WaldosWorld yup everything I've seen is 15k+ and still needing work done + tires
Bucyrus Erie is not a defunct company . They sold out to Caterpillar a few years ago and the machines are still made . They stopped making small machinery in the mid 80's .
A couple sheets of plywood for your engine hoiste to ride on might help you.
Nice work
Detroit diesel can’t go wrong
Looks like a nice machine for 3000. Keep up the videos. Your production quality and content are good.
What are your plans for it one you get it fully operational?
Thanks! I have lots of dirt and rocks to move to improve my property.
@@WaldosWorld do you live alone in saying my property? Because if there is a wife then you should have said our property!
Well whatever you do, don't waist any time cleaning the old oil and grime off before you reassemble everything!
was thinking that too
You do more creative things with ratchet straps then I've done in my entire life 😄
Waldo, Your skill set and drive are very impressive. I am not familiar with this rig but how did you line up the transmission front pump drive to the torque converter? I have always installed them into the transmission and then bolt the torque converter to the flex plate. Thanks and great video.
DynaHoe. That sounds like a nickname for an exGF lol...
Hahahaha 🤣
Good job
Hello Waldo, I like ur video great stuff I do have a quick question for you as I’m working on putting a 3-53 in my dynahoe 190 and I’m trying to figure out what the back cam cover piece goes to as mine was taken apart when I purchased it, I can send you a picture to show you what I’m talking about
I did end up figuring out that it was for the tach on my machine
Good old gasket shellac
That thing is pretty, da heck are you talking about, good vid by the way
Thanks! I guess I was referring to the rust and chipping paint, though it'll hopefully be gorgeous after a paint job!
Jesús Christ! Dirt floor.. ufff. You’re a hard ass worker Waldo
Are you a diesel mechanic by trade? Is there a vid of you rebuilding it? I love your vids. Keep them coming.
Thanks! Unfortunately, I didn't film the rebuild (that was before I decided to create the channel). I'm an engineer by trade, but I've always done some mechanical work
If your a Dynahoe Owners then check out our Facebook Group called just that "Dynahoe Owners"...We help each other with advise, parts, manuals and years of experience.
Good resource! 👍
Couldn’t you lay down some plywood when moving engine hoist? Just saying, I saw a piece 6 feet away. Might not be strong enough for that weight, but u could get some stronger wood.
The greasy smudges all over the pretty paint of the engine, that is called “junkyard patina”
unlike yours that actually has some valves, they actually made a 4-51 that had no valves at all. Check it out. I don't think it worked very well as you never see one of them ! I like your stuff Waldo, Keep it up ! I hope you dont mind me suggesting other old machines, but you seem like a guy that is interested by the old stuff !
Thanks! I really appreciate the comments! As for the 51 series, I had heard of it, though I didn't know that it has no valves; that's pretty cool!
@@WaldosWorld Can't remember what it was called but was like a port scavenged rig. Didn't work well. You might see a few at rallys/fairs for demos.
@@WaldosWorld it's a 4-71, not 51. There was a 53 series, a 71 series, a 92 series and a 149 series.
@@lewiemcneely9143 it was a 4-71 and was a two stroke diesel...they also came in 2-71, 6-81, 8-71, 12-71... the 6, 8, and 12s were called V71 as they were V blocks and the 71 is because each cylinder was 71ci. They run based on the same principle as a 2 stroke dirtbike or chain saw except on diesel fuel instead....fun fact, they run equally well in reverse rotation!
@@johnpike9612 I know. I've worked the 71's all the way from 2 to 12V's and 6V-53's and 3's and 4's in Army construction and quarry work. Nothing bigger than the 71 series though. No 92's or up. I ran OLD stuff.
Hello from the Netherlands .
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Hello! Thank you for the sub!
Why can't you stop the engine from leaking if you fix it ?
Man I would really be interested in exactly why you left California and started a new life in New Hampshire was it the high tax rate? Or just you were tired of the rat race of everyday work life is. Please share I feel like you would help and inspire many many people. Your move seems to be a pretty sweet bucket list thing I’ve been thinking. Take care over in New Hampshire
There is an introduction video on his page
Get this book...Gary J. Ober
Operating Techniques for the Tractor-Loader-Backhoe
I have a pdf if you want it.
Thank you for the suggestion!
Waldo , I just purchased a used backhoe very similar in design to yours, it is a prototype built by Ingersoll Rand and features a Detroit Diesel engine with turbocharger . I was searching you tube and found your video with the Detroit engine in yours . I was trying to find out information about the engine in mine , what series , and model it is . Any pointers on how to determine what particular Detroit engine I have ? Any advice would be greatly appreciated . My machine has same digging depth capabilities with the same large 6 inch cylinders as your unit . My engine sounds great , was very well cared for and is ready to run as soon as I change the engine oil and filter. Thanks for any advice ??
Did you buy a crate engine or do the rebuild yourself?
I rebuilt it myself. Unfortunately, I didn't film it though.
@@WaldosWorld are you a licensed engineer
Ya know stacking a couple sheets of ply wood would prob make it less work to take engines in and out of stuff
Yeah, that's a good idea!
First of all I didn't think you had any boom supports. SORRY! A piece of angle between the cylinder top and boom is an easy and cheap and strong fix. And the 'Screaming Jimmy' handle was coined because the first engines weren't Detroits, they were G.M. Diesels, hince- Gmmy's.I forgot Bucyrus made those but I ran several Bucyrus/Erie cranes and they made good stuff. Also the Dynahoe is a BUFFALO! Tough as woodpecker lips. Good deal!
Put that piece of plywood sitting off to the side under there and those casters would roll right over it.
Could you have laid down some plywood to help the rollers not dig so hard into the dirt?
Yes, I could have
I just paid 5000 for a Parsons koehring 166-15 that needs every cylinder done
If you had put down some plywood you could have rolled the engine in place. Casters do not work in dirt.
I've been trying to guess your location by the trees and background. Southern VT?
Close! New Hampshire 👍
Wouldn't it have been nice if someone had sprayed the engine compartment with some diesel and then pressure-washed it while the engine was out of it?
Nice
Let’s go!
Please invest in a couple of come-a-longs and quit with the ratchet straps. You do amazing work. I would hate to see you get injured by using a ratchet strap improperly. Straps are for tying stuff down. Not lifting and pulling. Get a couple small chain come a longs for goodness sake. I am sure you can afford it.
¿$$repararlo transmisión?
Should have power washed the engine bed /chassis area first
Only thing I was ever told about detroits was run them like you hate them
Hopefully you wont have to put too much $$ into it. Took a quick online for backhoes and they arent cheap running or not.
Yeah, they're pricey! Unfortunately, I have had to put a lot of money into it, but it's a cool old machine that was worth saving 😬
You got lucky actually most of the time you have to split the tractor
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That is a really dangerous way to prop up the loader arms.
Thanks for the concern! Whenever I was under the loader arms, it was propped up by a 4x4 piece of lumber
@@WaldosWorld
That still is not safe. Especially as you are pulling on the front axle, sifting the loader around a little bit. The rule is to never trust hydraulics, even when they are working properly. You also had the jack doing some supporting, which is another issue. They can fail. You really need to find a different way of supporting this arm.
looks good to me.
@@davesilvia9711 🤣🤣🤣
@@hudsonhawk0016 three things were supporting the weight. if all three fail at the same time then i guess it was ment to be.
My mining equipment is heavier, I use thick plywood lift move or pull, again and again it worcks
Someone’s in the kitchen with dyna…dynahoe
I don't understand why he didn't clean and paint the oil pan (green) and front motor mount (yellow) while the engine was in the shop. Ron W4BIN
I have been watching you rebuild hydraulics , I wish you would pressure wash the grease and dirt before disassembly…. Yuck
you can make a door
i think you paid too much for it, but to each their own.
💯 anchallah
💯🐕 je suis
Watching you drive that backhoe in first gear is really making it hard to watch try second gear and there should be a throttle switch with a rabbit and a turtle that's rabbits fast turtle slow because the idles way too fast on it
New Detroit Diesels are ok but there not as good anymore
The power to weight ratio is particularly poor compared to modern diesels, but no emissions garbage to worry about and the cool factor is off the charts 😎
@@WaldosWorld yep
My favourite two stroke Detroit is 8V92
5/5/2024 = 403k
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I think if you paid three dollars for this machine you paid too much!!
well....you got what you paid for....old old old....and certainly NOT worth it.....in my opinion....
i feel bad for u flushing u money away rebuilding that detnating detriot engine //
WEAR GLOVES!!
This was a good video Until the End then I seen a Joe Biden video made it suck
Ooh, sorry about that. Unfortunately, I don't think I can control which ads show on my videos 😥