You know, after watching a lot of your videos I never realized how many people still use wagons in this great country. You are a true craftsman for sure !
Great video Dave, great refresher coarse for sure. It was great seeing that you all have some snow up there too. We just got our power back on last night and our water was back on a day before the power came on. Now we are to get a warning trend starting today, the roads have cleared enough that we see movement in our orders that were to be delivered on the 15th . Thanks for sharing with us, sure enjoy your videos. Fred. 👍👍👏🏻👏🏻
I enjoy your videos. Thank you for posting and I appreciate the information. Unlike reality shows, you demonstrate how a person should work. Steady, methodical, and respectful. More here to learn than just wagons.
Ahh, Friday! Every other Friday, is payday. Every Friday, set on down, and watch some 'tube videos. David Engel's is always my favourite. Dave, THANKS for posting these! So, what does a guy who spent all week assembling and repairing wood working tools, do for fun? Watching David using the same kind of tools I work on. steve
@@dianeengel4155 Thanks for the clarification Diane, I thought I'd read it in an earlier comment... I agree, he is very talented and generous to document and share his craft with us all :)
Mt great grandfather was a wheelwright in Plymouth England, he used to make wheels for the naval gun carriages amongst other vehicles. It's great for you to share as it gives me some concept of what his commercial life was like.
I saw you had to change out an O2 bottle while wheel setting... reminded me when I was changing our O2 bottle when I was a teen... Old man Harrington was blasting stumps about that time... My Dad came running out to see if I was Ok... his statement of relief was '...thought I was gonna have to pick you with a Shovel!' 😋
I love watching and hearing you explain fitting and shrinking wagon tires. You always make it understandable to this old feeble mind. God bless you always, Dave.
Dave, you make a good quality video. I know nothing about what it takes, but I can appreciate the effort and care that goes into that part of you work.
"A job only goes as well as it is layed out!" Great skills...each step is layed out for the next. That is determined training. Systematic quality! Very effective and admired!. The results are shown in the final product. One month working with you would be more knowledgeable then a four year degree at these mixed up schools. Seems your skills have served you well! A great example to any manufacturing application. Few men achieve and few men admire it but all men should learn it to be...successful!
I almost got all the of steps figured out ahead as Dave was doing them. Really is a system to follow and a system that works reliably. Knowing the shrink rate of the tires/diameters is probably something important to know. You think? Ten "tires" rolled, welded and set in just 25 minutes Dave ! LOL I hope you don't get ice on the concrete floor and slip in the tire set dept. It's a cold one.
Very clear demonstration of how much the tyres shrink, No.3, when it went onto the mounting stand, there was quite a gap between the tyre and the wheel on the left. Once it was set and Dave was cooling it, that gap disappeared very quickly. Excellent work as always Dave.
Hi Dave, Love the videos so thank you for making them. At the 17:00 Minute mark that is a great shot of the gap created by the heat in the tire. As you walk to the right side of the screen you see a small gap between the tire and the wheel. Then you put the water on it and actually watch is shrink up. Great example of fitting the tire. Thanx
I was lucky enough to be in Montana today when this came up. I had a stop in Whitefish for work and got to enjoy this there. Yup it was snowing at the time.👍👍
I kept waiting to see his helpers at work, but alas it's only one man. I hope that somewhere in Montana there is somebody who wants to learn this trade!
And then right after that, he's doing a wheel that has the ends of the felloes a bit misaligned, and I wonder how he's going to adjust that but figure he's probably at the point of the video where he's showing shorter clips to keep us from getting bored of repetitions -- but of course I shouldn't have doubted, because he remembers to show exactly how he does that bit. These videos are an editing masterclass for anyone who pays attention, I swear.
Both points brought up were things that I was wondering as well. I think Dave has powers that we aren’t aware of and probably should never ask about or else..........
I spent a good deal of time searching the Internet for another wainwright. There is one in the U.K., and none other in the USA. Not to a reasonable comparison. But saying there is but one Dave Engels is still an understatement.
They are out there, they just don't call themselves wainwrights, they are listed under wagon repair. I searched "wagon repair in Lancaster county" where a lot of Amish live, there was a whole page full of them.
Wow a true experienced craftsman, no faulter, no hesitation, just exact display of knowledge and skill applyed to your craft/trade. A thing of beauty to watch sir. So rarely seen today, But when it is seen it is an awsome display. Thank you so much for showing us.
My grandfather told me that when he was a young boy that he would help his dad to take the wheels off of their wagon and soak them to tighten them up. Its more understanding now why they did it. He also had to in wet weather have to get down and with shovels scrape the mud off the wagon wheels to make it easier for the horses to pull the wagons. Thanks for what you are doing
I would love watching him work this man is smart as a whip when it comes to fixing wagons and everything I've always wanted to make some can wheel someday I'm going to take a chance and try to make some I've got the some metal I made a couple of cannons out of just a quick show but this guy really knows his stuff
There once was a man from Joliet Whose hammers he every day let Ten thousand times a day His hammers did sway And many a tire he done set. I could not resist. Your videos are great
Alfred, from your profile pix you and I appear to be in the same age group and I to enjoy watching them to the point that I'm so relaxed, I sometimes nod off...
Just a thing of wonder to watch. I wish every working environment could be so calm and productive. Who needs meditation when you an make and repair things.
@@papajj3 The videos are always like a ZEN session for me, I totally dive into them and when the time is up I am relaxed and calm. I am thankful for each and every one of them!
I admire your work ethic. Careful with showing your bottle storage. Very nifty tire rolling machine, supposing it's a home brew machine. Thanks for the look in.
Well I am glad to see that you took things easy this week, just 11 wheels !! I was panting after the first one. Great video as always. I will never tire of you doing anything (sorry about the pun but I could not resist it).
Hello Dave Thank you for this wonderfull Video What shall i say i love the work you do and the way you do it It is everytime a pleasure to see you working it reminds me for such a lot of things my grandfather and my father and their shop that i still have Take care and stay healthy Greetings from Germany Yours Frank Galetzka
I remember I saw that video where you actually had to build a giant fire in order to heat expand the giant tires for the two Borax wagons, and then your friend use an excavator to lift each tire and put it on the equally sized giant wheel, and you and your friends having to hose it down in several places at once in order to shrink fit those giant tires.
Another great video. The editing and camera angles are very excellent and show multiple views of the same element, a true craft in itself. Thank you again for showing the world a seemingly almost lost art. I also just watched the episode about Timkin bearings and that too has superb camera shots and very creative scene splicing. I truly love what you do. Jim
Well, that was an amusing set of plot twists, watching Dave make the wheels out of straight channel. As he's bringing them in, I imagine he'll use a set of rollers to bend them into wheels. Then he sets them on the anvil and pulls out the hammer, and my thought is, "He's not going to do that by hand with a hammer, is he? Well, I guess he is -- and, knowing him, he'll make it look like it's easy to get a round circle that way, too." I'm a bit relieved as I see that he's only bending the ends, which I correctly guess is so he can feed them into the rollers. But then when I'm feeling satisfied that I was right after he runs them through the roller, he takes them back to the anvil and adjusts the curve by hand-hammering after all. Also, I just love the sound of old heavy gears like on that set of rollers. That must be a joy to use.
First video I have seen on wheel making. Have so many things to say not enough room for them here. My hope would be you are training someone to carry on the skills you have. Thank you for the excellent video AND the quiet background music helped make this so good.
That's a lot of snow. Once I was south of your area after Christmas. I was shocked to see how many semi-trucks spun themselves off the road. One would think the drivers weren't trained in snow. I am glad to say I never saw one of them spin off the road.
That's a lot of workshop to keep warm in the winter, especially as there is no sum spot activity and colder as a consequence. I feel sorry for the new stove. It got lots of camera time when new and many admiring comments ..... and now it is just part of of the fabric of the shop and no more publicity.
Silly me, when you ran out of oxygen, I thought well now he's gonna have to run out and grab another tank. till I seen your stash behind the canvas/wall. I should have known better. You always seem to have an ample supply of what ever you need. probably from 40+ years of doing it huh!/ funny I've watched you do tons of wheels but never seem to tire of watching. (pardon the pun! ) you do them. Took lots of watching to eventually figure out each step and what you were doing. Thanks for taking us along again on another day at the shop. and best of all thanks for sharing. God Speed.
We work as flight-case builders and are more often then not extending some deadline or the other, because we don’t have ample supplies. We go through huge amounts of stuff in some series, and then we won’t need it for a while since it’s a specialty item. So i understand ordering stuff not too far in advance to keep stock and warehouse volumes down (and cost aswell) but when we got hit by europe wide shortages on some UK stuff due to brexit, it was annoying! Long story short, i love how Dave manages his stock and supplies!
I absolutely love all the work you do. I wish I could come and learn from you. I also have a lathe like yours mine is an Atlas Craftsman from the 1950’s
I am always puzzled by those concave wheels. Nice Work Dave. I don't know how you accomplish so much working alone. Likely faster than training someone! There is a huge lineup of people behind me who would like to spend a couple weeks working with you!. I find watching your video's twice is most helpfull.
.. I am one of your followers, and I love you very much because you are a wonderful artist and artist at work .. Please add an Arabic translation .. Thank you. 🌺🍄🎄🍀
I noticed just as a point of interest, at 17:45 you can see the light between the tyre and the rim, then you see it close as Dave waters it. Just neat to see.
Reinventing the wheel every day must generate a great deal of satisfaction. After all the wheel is one of mankind's greatest inventions.
Doesn't matter what your doing I just enjoy watching and learning. Thanks for your relaxing videos.
You know, after watching a lot of your videos I never realized how many people still use wagons in this great country. You are a true craftsman for sure !
Never a minute wasted watching you work. So much to absorb
Great video Dave, great refresher coarse for sure. It was great seeing that you all have some snow up there too. We just got our power back on last night and our water was back on a day before the power came on. Now we are to get a warning trend starting today, the roads have cleared enough that we see movement in our orders that were to be delivered on the 15th . Thanks for sharing with us, sure enjoy your videos. Fred. 👍👍👏🏻👏🏻
Cold for your country. Quite the storm as we hear.
I enjoyed the wheel setting party 😄
Thank you very much 👍
Greetings from the Netherlands
I enjoy your videos. Thank you for posting and I appreciate the information. Unlike reality shows, you demonstrate how a person should work. Steady, methodical, and respectful. More here to learn than just wagons.
Ahh, Friday! Every other Friday, is payday.
Every Friday, set on down, and watch some
'tube videos. David Engel's is always my favourite.
Dave, THANKS for posting these!
So, what does a guy who spent all week assembling
and repairing wood working tools, do for fun? Watching
David using the same kind of tools I work on.
steve
A great sign of a craftsman is when everything seems effortless, Dave works like a well oiled machine. He and his wife make a great team :)
Actually Dave does it all. He's a very talented man.
@@dianeengel4155 Thanks for the clarification Diane, I thought I'd read it in an earlier comment... I agree, he is very talented and generous to document and share his craft with us all :)
The skill set you possess is humbling to me
Mt great grandfather was a wheelwright in Plymouth England, he used to make wheels for the naval gun carriages amongst other vehicles. It's great for you to share as it gives me some concept of what his commercial life was like.
Wheel good party you throw, thanks for inviting us.
What a great day’s work! 11 tires in one day. I love it.
Our Grandfather Far Far was a wheelwright in Denmark
Saw his old steam tubs in his shop
Thank You
I like this rational organization, at each workstation there are dedicated tools at hand, no need to cross the workshop to pick one up.
Nice camera angles and superb editing! Oh yeah, pretty good wheel making! Thanks!
I saw you had to change out an O2 bottle while wheel setting... reminded me when I was changing our O2 bottle when I was a teen... Old man Harrington was blasting stumps about that time... My Dad came running out to see if I was Ok... his statement of relief was '...thought I was gonna have to pick you with a Shovel!' 😋
I love watching and hearing you explain fitting and shrinking wagon tires. You always make it understandable to this old feeble mind. God bless you always, Dave.
My favorite part as well. I have built many a bicycle and motorcycle wheel. This fascinates me.
@@dbmail545 . I ran a bicycle shop for several years, so have built many wheels also.
It's like watching a square dance, every step in order and done to a workman like rhythm. Beautiful and mesmerizing to watch.
Always enjoy you are a master/artist never get tired watching!!!
Dave, you make a good quality video. I know nothing about what it takes, but I can appreciate the effort and care that goes into that part of you work.
"A job only goes as well as it is layed out!" Great skills...each step is layed out for the next. That is determined training. Systematic quality! Very effective and admired!. The results are shown in the final product. One month working with you would be more knowledgeable then a four year degree at these mixed up schools. Seems your skills have served you well! A great example to any manufacturing application. Few men achieve and few men admire it but all men should learn it to be...successful!
I almost got all the of steps figured out ahead as Dave was doing them. Really is a system to follow and a system that works reliably. Knowing the shrink rate of the tires/diameters is probably something important to know. You think? Ten "tires" rolled, welded and set in just 25 minutes Dave ! LOL I hope you don't get ice on the concrete floor and slip in the tire set dept. It's a cold one.
Very clear demonstration of how much the tyres shrink, No.3, when it went onto the mounting stand, there was quite a gap between the tyre and the wheel on the left. Once it was set and Dave was cooling it, that gap disappeared very quickly.
Excellent work as always Dave.
I enjoy this channel so much. Thanks so much for putting in the effort to share all this with us. I know it takes a great deal of time and effort.
Hi Dave, Love the videos so thank you for making them. At the 17:00 Minute mark that is a great shot of the gap created by the heat in the tire. As you walk to the right side of the screen you see a small gap between the tire and the wheel. Then you put the water on it and actually watch is shrink up. Great example of fitting the tire. Thanx
I was lucky enough to be in Montana today when this came up. I had a stop in Whitefish for work and got to enjoy this there. Yup it was snowing at the time.👍👍
I kept waiting to see his helpers at work, but alas it's only one man. I hope that somewhere in Montana there is somebody who wants to learn this trade!
Liked the low angle shot around 21:10, always wondered why the steel rims never slipped down. Then I saw the C-clamps from below!
Lots of work minimal conversation, always enjoy watching you work.
A real professional job for experts! Good luck to you!
I hope trades like yours never die out. Nice work.
Some days your job has you going around in circles. We enjoy your circular days. Fantastic craftsmanship!
You cut to the outdoors B roll shot about 5 seconds after I wondered what the weather was like there. It's like you read my mind!
And then right after that, he's doing a wheel that has the ends of the felloes a bit misaligned, and I wonder how he's going to adjust that but figure he's probably at the point of the video where he's showing shorter clips to keep us from getting bored of repetitions -- but of course I shouldn't have doubted, because he remembers to show exactly how he does that bit.
These videos are an editing masterclass for anyone who pays attention, I swear.
Both points brought up were things that I was wondering as well.
I think Dave has powers that we aren’t aware of and probably should never ask about or else..........
@@Crewsy Laying low is the best option
I spent a good deal of time searching the Internet for another wainwright. There is one in the U.K., and none other in the USA. Not to a reasonable comparison. But saying there is but one Dave Engels is still an understatement.
So true Mark Dave is an all around craftmen have a day love from TEXAS
They are out there, they just don't call themselves wainwrights, they are listed under wagon repair.
I searched "wagon repair in Lancaster county" where a lot of Amish live, there was a whole page full of them.
@@tinachambers4887 pl000.00
What a treat to be able to see a Master Craftsman at work - John King, San Diego.
The one channel I look forward to after dialysis. So soothing, so comforting, and yet so straight forward and detailed.
Wow a true experienced craftsman, no faulter, no hesitation, just exact display of knowledge and skill applyed to your craft/trade.
A thing of beauty to watch sir.
So rarely seen today, But when it is seen it is an awsome display.
Thank you so much for showing us.
My grandfather told me that when he was a young boy that he would help his dad to take the wheels off of their wagon and soak them to tighten them up. Its more understanding now why they did it. He also had to in wet weather have to get down and with shovels scrape the mud off the wagon wheels to make it easier for the horses to pull the wagons. Thanks for what you are doing
I would love watching him work this man is smart as a whip when it comes to fixing wagons and everything I've always wanted to make some can wheel someday I'm going to take a chance and try to make some I've got the some metal I made a couple of cannons out of just a quick show but this guy really knows his stuff
Thanks for sharing! Sorry I'm late watching this but we just got electric back.
Always a pleasure to watch you work Dave...Hi from Scotland
Repetition + consistently = QUALITY!
👍👍❤️
There once was a man from Joliet
Whose hammers he every day let
Ten thousand times a day
His hammers did sway
And many a tire he done set.
I could not resist. Your videos are great
'My dad works for a company that makes wagon wheels....
He's the spokesman.'
I'll bet that he really gets a round...
@@jeffvinyard3643 " I'll bet he has made the acquaintance of a few odd fellows ".
I wonder if the Wheelwrights children roll on broken spokes?
Always a pleasure watching you work. Tell me you never grabbed a hot tire at least once because I know I would have.
I just enjoy watching these videos created by this man, outstanding.
Alfred, from your profile pix you and I appear to be in the same age group and I to enjoy watching them to the point that I'm so relaxed, I sometimes nod off...
Yo tambien amigo, un saludo desde España. Este artista es magnífico.
Underside by 2/10th of 1٪.
Mr Engle, you are a magician.
Just a thing of wonder to watch. I wish every working environment could be so calm and productive. Who needs meditation when you an make and repair things.
You my friend are a master of your art. There is a relaxing effect I fell when I am enjoying your videos. Much respect ✊ from Houston,TX
... and from Northumberland, UK
I have been known to fall asleep while watching them and not from boredom. They are so relaxing!!
@@papajj3
The videos are always like a ZEN session for me, I totally dive into them and when the time is up I am relaxed and calm. I am thankful for each and every one of them!
...and from Moscow, Rus
It’s always great to see a craftsman at work 💯💯
Since the borax wagons. I always watch in amazement at the skill and workmanship. There's nothing left to say , but thanks .
I admire your work ethic. Careful with showing your bottle storage. Very nifty tire rolling machine, supposing it's a home brew machine. Thanks for the look in.
I am so impressed with your efficiency of motion. In an hour you are accomplishing by yourself what it would take two ordinary craftsmen.
Well I am glad to see that you took things easy this week, just 11 wheels !! I was panting after the first one. Great video as always. I will never tire of you doing anything (sorry about the pun but I could not resist it).
Another fine video Dave, thanks for taking the time to show different camera angles, much appreciated.
Once again, thanks for letting us intrude on your day and sharing with us the hard earned talents you possess.
Hello Dave
Thank you for this wonderfull Video
What shall i say i love the work you do and the way you do it
It is everytime a pleasure to see you working it reminds me for such a lot of things my grandfather and my father and their shop that i still have
Take care and stay healthy
Greetings from Germany
Yours Frank Galetzka
Beautiful Work Mr. Engels
The dedication to the service of your customers, is what drives you to be one of the best tradesmen out there.
It's always fascinating to see you build wheels. It takes a lot of skill, knowledge and talent to do that!
Another round good video.....Thanks my friend....!
Loved the view from below the wheel, you could see the gap close when cooling the tire
My day has been made. Was lock down for 3 weeks now snowed in the last week. Thank you
I’ve seen you do this so many times, but I just love watching it happen.
Thank you for showing us again.🗜⚒
i look forward to this channel posting. its good stuff....
I’ve seen others heat the ring red and put it on, burning the heck out of the wheel. You do it much better! Great job!
Two outstanding craftsmen. Engels at Engels coach shop and Goins at Lets Dig 18.
Yip 8)
Me too, I watched them back to back today.
Yep.
Guins@letsdig18
I remember I saw that video where you actually had to build a giant fire in order to heat expand the giant tires for the two Borax wagons, and then your friend use an excavator to lift each tire and put it on the equally sized giant wheel, and you and your friends having to hose it down in several places at once in order to shrink fit those giant tires.
Great to see how it's done. The right tool for each job exactly where you need it when you need it.
I am always amazed by your work
Another great video. The editing and camera angles are very excellent and show multiple views of the same element, a true craft in itself. Thank you again for showing the world a seemingly almost lost art. I also just watched the episode about Timkin bearings and that too has superb camera shots and very creative scene splicing. I truly love what you do. Jim
Once again thanks for the video, until next week.
Well, that was an amusing set of plot twists, watching Dave make the wheels out of straight channel. As he's bringing them in, I imagine he'll use a set of rollers to bend them into wheels. Then he sets them on the anvil and pulls out the hammer, and my thought is, "He's not going to do that by hand with a hammer, is he? Well, I guess he is -- and, knowing him, he'll make it look like it's easy to get a round circle that way, too." I'm a bit relieved as I see that he's only bending the ends, which I correctly guess is so he can feed them into the rollers. But then when I'm feeling satisfied that I was right after he runs them through the roller, he takes them back to the anvil and adjusts the curve by hand-hammering after all.
Also, I just love the sound of old heavy gears like on that set of rollers. That must be a joy to use.
3/8 of the circumference of the tire... I am impressed. And astounded (once again) of the attention to details.
First video I have seen on wheel making. Have so many things to say not enough room for them here. My hope would be you are training someone to carry on the skills you have. Thank you for the excellent video AND the quiet background music helped make this so good.
Never get's boring, thanks for the show!
That's a lot of snow. Once I was south of your area after Christmas. I was shocked to see how many semi-trucks spun themselves off the road. One would think the drivers weren't trained in snow. I am glad to say I never saw one of them spin off the road.
As usual, a very entertaining half an hour. Thank you!
Always a lovely start to the weekend :)
This is one of my favorites on UA-cam. It brings back memories.
Another great Friday session with you in your shop. Thanks
Looks like a good day to do a warm job!
That's a lot of workshop to keep warm in the winter, especially as there is no sum spot activity and colder as a consequence.
I feel sorry for the new stove. It got lots of camera time when new and many admiring comments ..... and now it is just part of of the fabric of the shop and no more publicity.
Again, a great episode. Interesting and informative. Thanks
Good afternoon from SE Louisiana 19 Feb 21.
A great job for a nice snowy day. Always great to watch. Thanks Dave.
Silly me, when you ran out of oxygen, I thought well now he's gonna have to run out and grab another tank. till I seen your stash behind the canvas/wall. I should have known better. You always seem to have an ample supply of what ever you need. probably from 40+ years of doing it huh!/ funny I've watched you do tons of wheels but never seem to tire of watching. (pardon the pun! ) you do them. Took lots of watching to eventually figure out each step and what you were doing. Thanks for taking us along again on another day at the shop. and best of all thanks for sharing. God Speed.
grabbing another O2 cylinder would most likely require a trip to town.
He has what he needs with the rare exception in this video of not having the fellows for that last wheel.
We work as flight-case builders and are more often then not extending some deadline or the other, because we don’t have ample supplies.
We go through huge amounts of stuff in some series, and then we won’t need it for a while since it’s a specialty item.
So i understand ordering stuff not too far in advance to keep stock and warehouse volumes down (and cost aswell) but when we got hit by europe wide shortages on some UK stuff due to brexit, it was annoying!
Long story short, i love how Dave manages his stock and supplies!
Outstandingly interesting as usual. Who is going to replace this man when he retires?👍☘️
When he retires, who will re-tyre the wagon wheels?
You make it look so easy. Great job
I absolutely love all the work you do. I wish I could come and learn from you. I also have a lathe like yours mine is an Atlas Craftsman from the 1950’s
You make it look easy.
I am always puzzled by those concave wheels. Nice Work Dave. I don't know how you accomplish so much working alone. Likely faster than training someone! There is a huge lineup of people behind me who would like to spend a couple weeks working with you!. I find watching your video's twice is most helpfull.
I have been watching your videos for some time now and never, And I still, love your work great job once again, and thank you.
Another great video Dave thank you!
Oh great! Now I'm singing an old Ricky Nelson song to myself. Doesn't matter that I like it, it's that it's stuck in my head!
"....I'd rather drive a truck!"
LOL, yeah, gonna have that earworm for the rest of the day!
that's called an " EAR WORM"... for some reason..!
🎼 Went to a parden garty... 🎶 and all these wagon wheels showed up! X'D
..
I am one of your followers, and I love you very much because you are a wonderful artist and artist at work .. Please add an Arabic translation .. Thank you. 🌺🍄🎄🍀
Wahoo! More craftsmanship!
Great video as usual see you on Friday
Thanks Dave.
This never ceases to mesmerize me
I noticed just as a point of interest, at 17:45 you can see the light between the tyre and the rim, then you see it close as Dave waters it. Just neat to see.
your a master craftsmen great work