Hi mate this is absolutely amazing! I don’t know how to thank you.🙏 🙏🙏🙏. It certainly means a lot and goes a long way to help me. I’m really glad you liked it and there plenty more to come.
Huh is this a thing, being able to chuck a couple bucks Steve’s way, I’m not a rich man but fk I’m sure I can fund a few cans of degreaser or something 🤷♀️, I’ll look in to how to do it , thanks Bryce! Always a good seeing them overalls Steve haha 👌
Gday Steve. Mate. What a wild bit of gear! Must’ve been pretty hairy with a load of elephants in that old dunger back in the day. You can imagine old mate driving when the roof copped a big thump 😂😂😂. Pretty interested in this one 😊
Gday Mick. Yes they did it hard in those days. Australia wide too I believe they drove it. This is one of many that existed. The rest got scrapped unfortunately. I’d love to find a photo of it in the days where it was working.
You'll soon get that sorted. Looks like the Elephants rolled over on the truck. When it runs, it would be a good 'un to drive around the property in company with that little Austin Tipper. So grim you just have to keep them running.
In our area all the double truck frame rails wind up looking like that do to road salt in the winter. Many a nice trucks get scrapped for that reason. When the video first started I was trying to remember that truck, I had forgotten about the one right up behind the house. From what we can see I’m actually surprised at how good the inside actually looks, I’d say there is hope. I’m a believer in anything can be fixed but a question of if it’s worth it. I’d say if you can get it to turn it will go.
Yes mate I believe a lot rust there due to salt. If I can unstick it, it will have a chance. It’s worth it to me if it costs nothing because I thrive on getting them going. Time will tell
Great video as usual and looking forward to part 2 :). But you have to look after your back and avoid heavy lifting where you can - take it from an old truck mechanic with a knackered back :(
Hey up steve once upon a time in the late 80s was in the xy driving into Canberra town centre on that main road with my red dog as we were pulling up for a red light in the middle lane on our left we caught a low loader with three elephants on board (all just standing a chain on ankle) hot day windows down red dog had smelt them, managed to grab her as she was disappearing through the window in full persuit with the blood curdling hunt sounds, elephants trumpeting lowloader rocking like it was going to roll. Ended up ok as lights changed and got out of there still holding red dog's back leg, luckily xy was auto, found out later my second hand red from the pound had a former life as a piggin finder she must have thought she was onto three of the biggest. Thanks for the video mate brough back a memory
That’s very interesting John thanks for sharing. Yes that’s how they carted them, just standing like that. It could have gotten a lot worse of the dog got out. Geez mate.
Even with the Tech issues, still a great Vid Steve. This Truck would grab my attention no matter how long or where it was, parked, stunning thing! Looking forward to Part 2.
Thank you John. I’m upset it didn’t record because I was talking about it and working on it. Anyway, it will only make me better. Certainly is a stunning thing mate
That looked like some “project”. I’m really looking forward to part two. I absolutely love watching you tackle these engines - you have an amazing talent, combined with knowledge, patience and an altruistic desire to bring us all along on your journey. You’re truly inspirational. I sincerely wish I had the means to to financially contribute to your great content but my health took a serious nosedive a couple of years ago and I can no longer work, relying on being hooked up to a variety of machines at home to keep me going. Thanks Steve; take care ! (and look after your back !)
Thank you mate that’s a really nice compliment and comment from you. I try to provide good entertainment and share what knowledge I have. Some certainly appreciate it. It doesn’t matter about finances mate, as long as you enjoy it and the main thing is that you look after yourself as much as you can. It’s my pleasure mate and plenty more to come
Wonder what the sump holds with the top end looking like that ? If you get it to turn , it will probably run . It'll be good to watch . Thanks Steve . 🌵
Steve, if you get a chance could you send me a few pics of the henrickson walking beam. That truck hauled some serious weight, especially when it is moving around. Would love to see the elephants on the truck. I'm sure she could tell many stories. You always have my support. Your friend in Connecticut
Thank you Jim. Remind me on the weekend mate. It did haul some big weight. I’m not sure if there are any photos of it around but will certainly share when I find one
Thanks again Anthony. Your support is unbelievable mate. Yes it will go, I don’t give up unless there’s a high cost involved that Isn’t worth it. If it’s just labour and a few bits and pieces, it will go
Hi Steve, I'm new to your video channel today, stumbled on your M Benz 1924 " Will It move " - good job in making it entertaining for viewers. I'm ex Earthmoving, owner operator - Case Dozers -850 and 1150 , Allis Chalmers Bucket loader, Boggie Tippers - Acco and Louiville, at 79 years old us old retired machinery operators are always looking for abandoned Machinery Restorations on the Web - UA-cam etc, taking us/me back to the 60s - 70s - 80s - good job and keep the entertainment coming. Over the last 2 years I have been entertained with 2 other You Tube Video Posters like yourself - Mat from "Diesel Creek " USA, and " Bruce in AUS " - Bruce seems to concentrate on abandoned machinery / truck engines " will it Run " ?? - great viewing entertainment from all 3 of you guys - LOVE IT😄👍
Hi mate this is a great comment and I appreciate you reaching out. I’m glad you like it. I have plenty of stuff here to share and plenty more coming up. You had some good equipment and trucks too. I speak to Bruce on the phone sometimes. His channel is leaps and bounds in front of mine but I still enjoy it. I’m really happy that you’re entertained and enjoying what we do. Thanks again mate🙏🙏🙏
Looking forward to you working your magic in part two Steve. You might have to whisper a bit louder for this boat anchor though. This actually looks like a great 'fixer upper' for someone. Except for the doors and the bonnet it looks like its all there. That drive train looks like an interesting setup too. Once you get the engine to fire up, a couple of new timbers on the rear frame, a bit of air in the tyres, and she's a runner mate. 🤣
That stuff in the cylinders will buff out I figure Steve. 8^) But being IH, likely it will run fine once everything's freed up and the 9 gallons of water are out of it. BTW sure the elephants might have dented the roof, but are you sure nobody ever tossed that head assy up there? 8^) Cheers from Canada!
It will all clean up okay if I can get it to turn. Being full of water though I hope it’s not locked up in the bottom end too. That head is extremely heavy mate. Thanks Jeff
An elephant hauler? How on earth do find these things? I’m old enough to remember when an old style circus came to town with lions and tigers. And of course the African lion safari. Good times.
@ yeah okay mate. The African lion safari is not far up behind where I live. The animals that were there were from the circus that this truck belonged to. The same family. I still do a bit for them when they need it. Good family
Keep up the good work Steve hopefully you can restore that old truck or at least make a roundabout out of it for your property. I’m surprised you don’t have an extra engine that you could just throw in the thing from something else.
Hi Steve My Dad used one off those not sure if it was a 170 or a 190 bogie drive two boxes on a Float to shift His D6 in the late 60’s early 70’s Sunshine Coast Maleny QLD in the Timber Hard wood, She was hot in the Cab, He used to dry hire it until Dad got His Float great site Mate cheers Mick North NSW
Hi Mick. They were mainly 190 I believe. I think this one is rare from what I’ve been told. Great old trucks. It would have done the job just fine I’m sure
Hi mate, do you know the year of manufacture or a good guess! Another cracking video lifting the head off reminded me of the Beford TK working under the cab and lifting the head off. Not surprisingly, my back has seen better days. Take care Stu.
That would be a very rare truck in Australia Steve and the Engine could be a BD 269 @ 101 hp from the L170 or after 1955 it may have a BD 269 @104 or a BD 282 @137hp I drove a R180 tipper with a BD282 when I was 17 years old emptying bins in a Quarry I thought it was the bees knees mind you that was nearly 60 years ago.
Hi Rod. Yes mate I’m sure it is rare. There were a few blokes that wanted it before I brought it home. Not exactly sure of the year. I’ve always thought it was the 282, but certainly could be wrong. I was the same at 17 mate. Driving that 1924 Benz I have here in the quarry too
@stevesplacedownunder It maybe of value for someone who has that make/model truck for parts my dad AS 148 truck mid 50s as a farm truck I remember him saying that they only made 500 of them for the army
It’s blokes like you mate that make me try even harder to get it going 🤣🤣👌. It certainly would have been a good looking truck. Still has something about it now. Thanks mste
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why even bother
@@battleboat3892 content for blokes like you that watch UA-cam and click. That’s why
@ It's really interesting to see the impossible happen so I am all for it. Bruce from Aus has the same ethos.
Because it's fun to make these things run again after they've sat for so long?
Hi everyone, I hope you enjoy what I did record here. I didn’t know how to use the new camera. More to come.
😂😂😂😂😂 brother I'm still trying to learn my old phone I've had for almost 5 yrs 😂😂😂😂😂😂 no worries 👍 😂😂😂😂😂
@ I’m hopeless with this stuff mate
Nice piece of history with it as well it would be great if you get her running again 😀
I’m certainly going to try mate. It’s got very good local history behind it
Just watching you lifting out the cylinderhead hurted my back so much, I had to find some pain killers 😂😂
Looking forward to episode 2 ...
It’s coming mate. Stay tuned
Hey mate, a small contribution to keep this great content going 🎉
Hi mate this is absolutely amazing! I don’t know how to thank you.🙏 🙏🙏🙏. It certainly means a lot and goes a long way to help me. I’m really glad you liked it and there plenty more to come.
Huh is this a thing, being able to chuck a couple bucks Steve’s way, I’m not a rich man but fk I’m sure I can fund a few cans of degreaser or something 🤷♀️,
I’ll look in to how to do it , thanks Bryce!
Always a good seeing them overalls Steve haha 👌
@@geotechtestingtesting7772 thank you mate. I wear them all the time at work and thought I would doing this too
At first she looked like nice yard art, Didn't think you have any chance getting her to run. looks promising. Nice job
It may mate. I will certainly try to get it going
Gday Steve. Mate. What a wild bit of gear! Must’ve been pretty hairy with a load of elephants in that old dunger back in the day. You can imagine old mate driving when the roof copped a big thump 😂😂😂. Pretty interested in this one 😊
Gday Mick. Yes they did it hard in those days. Australia wide too I believe they drove it. This is one of many that existed. The rest got scrapped unfortunately. I’d love to find a photo of it in the days where it was working.
You'll soon get that sorted. Looks like the Elephants rolled over on the truck. When it runs, it would be a good 'un to drive around the property in company with that little Austin Tipper. So grim you just have to keep them running.
I’m certainly going to try Neil. Would be good to drive it
I can't wait to see you taking this for a little drive! Don't let me down!
I’m going to try mate indeed
I think wrestling a bear be easier than tangling with that head. Excellent job and looking 👀 promising for running again
Super heavy mate. Wow
Love the videos mate, keep it up
Plenty to come thank you mate
Looking forward to the next instalment. Have a good week. Marc
Thanks as always Marc. You too mate
In our area all the double truck frame rails wind up looking like that do to road salt in the winter. Many a nice trucks get scrapped for that reason. When the video first started I was trying to remember that truck, I had forgotten about the one right up behind the house. From what we can see I’m actually surprised at how good the inside actually looks, I’d say there is hope. I’m a believer in anything can be fixed but a question of if it’s worth it. I’d say if you can get it to turn it will go.
Yes mate I believe a lot rust there due to salt.
If I can unstick it, it will have a chance. It’s worth it to me if it costs nothing because I thrive on getting them going. Time will tell
That's one rough engine! I guess there's nothing that won't run with some work!
Certainly going to try mate
Hope you get the old girl started
We will mate
Great video as usual and looking forward to part 2 :).
But you have to look after your back and avoid heavy lifting where you can - take it from an old truck mechanic with a knackered back :(
Yes Steve I certainly do need to look after it. I don’t do it much, but I do. I won’t be putting it back on like that mate
Excellent Steve
Thank you mste
G'day Steve. Looking forward to part 2 mate. You will beat it before it's beats you cobber. Take care and thank you Steve.🤠
It won’t beat me Daryl🤣🤣🤣. Depending on what the bottom end is like of course. Stay tuned for the results mate
Great work there Steve, keep up the good work.
Catch up with you again on the next video.
From Bill.
Thanks as always Bill🙏
Hey up steve once upon a time in the late 80s was in the xy driving into Canberra town centre on that main road with my red dog as we were pulling up for a red light in the middle lane on our left we caught a low loader with three elephants on board (all just standing a chain on ankle) hot day windows down red dog had smelt them, managed to grab her as she was disappearing through the window in full persuit with the blood curdling hunt sounds, elephants trumpeting lowloader rocking like it was going to roll. Ended up ok as lights changed and got out of there still holding red dog's back leg, luckily xy was auto, found out later my second hand red from the pound had a former life as a piggin finder she must have thought she was onto three of the biggest. Thanks for the video mate brough back a memory
That’s very interesting John thanks for sharing. Yes that’s how they carted them, just standing like that. It could have gotten a lot worse of the dog got out. Geez mate.
Even with the Tech issues, still a great Vid Steve. This Truck would grab my attention no matter how long or where it was, parked, stunning thing! Looking forward to Part 2.
Thank you John. I’m upset it didn’t record because I was talking about it and working on it. Anyway, it will only make me better. Certainly is a stunning thing mate
Love the channel Steve, keep it up mate, from NZ.
Hi Ken thank you mate. It means a lot. Plenty more to come
Looking forward to part 2 Steve. Watching from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Cheers.
Hi mate thanks for watching from over there. Part 2 coming soon. Cheers from Sydney
Hello from the sunflower state. Can't wait for part two.
Hello mate thanks for watching. Stay tuned, it’s coming
Hey Steve ,I’m sure with your mechanical skills you will get the old Inter to fire up again,always was good trucks for there time ,real work horses
She will go mate don’t worry
That looked like some “project”. I’m really looking forward to part two. I absolutely love watching you tackle these engines - you have an amazing talent, combined with knowledge, patience and an altruistic desire to bring us all along on your journey. You’re truly inspirational.
I sincerely wish I had the means to to financially contribute to your great content but my health took a serious nosedive a couple of years ago and I can no longer work, relying on being hooked up to a variety of machines at home to keep me going. Thanks Steve; take care ! (and look after your back !)
Thank you mate that’s a really nice compliment and comment from you. I try to provide good entertainment and share what knowledge I have. Some certainly appreciate it. It doesn’t matter about finances mate, as long as you enjoy it and the main thing is that you look after yourself as much as you can.
It’s my pleasure mate and plenty more to come
The Ole gal just being temperamental 😂😂😂 but i have faith in you brother say hi to everyone for me
I’ve got her scared Robert🤣🤣🤣. I certainly will mate
@@stevesplacedownunder 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Good looking trucks that model✌
Certainly are mste
Good Morning 😃. Howdy 🤠 from the Northwoods of Minnesota. Thanks for your time and sharing
Hi mate it’s my pleasure.
Can't wait to see her run!
She will uncle. Don’t worry about that
Old iron truck like these still have the ability to run and drive with some tlc and elbow grease..
I’m certainly going to try Billy. Stay tuned mate
Thanks Steve. What a cool truck. Shared to my truck page.
Thank you mate that’s good of you🙏🙏
Sweet. Can’t wait to see if it runs. Fingers crossed looks hopeful. Thanks mate.
It will if I’m near it mate
Gday Steve, definitely going to be a runner soon, keen to see part 2 mate, cheers
It will be Matty if I can help it mate
Good on you mate
Thank you mate🙏
Good stuff Cobber, your all over it, she's a wild bit of plant, they were tough men!!
They certainly were mate. Tough indeed. Hard working blokes
Mate if u ever had a truck show in tassie id know id be there
Are you in Tassie mate?
@@stevesplacedownunder sure are
@@stevesplacedownunder sure are
@stevesplacedownunder we have cool old trucks here not as much as the mainland dose
If you get that going you deserve a few refresments .
I certainly will indeed mate
Wonder what the sump holds with the top end looking like that ? If you get it to turn , it will probably run . It'll be good to watch . Thanks Steve . 🌵
I’m going to have to remove it mate. Imagine the sludge around the oil pick up
Look forward to hearing the Elephant 🐘 Engine Roaring again after the Aquarium is emptied! The Cab might need a brush out 😁
It’s all going to happen mate. Stay tuned
I've got my doubts about getting it running, but with your determination I know you will get it going. Great video Steve
We will see Terry. It’s certainly stuck hard mate but time will tell. Thanks🙏
Interesting video Steve. Looking forward to Part 2 👍
Thank you mate
Looks like a low tire on the service truck
Imagine the cost of running a petrol truck today 😳
Yes indeed Jimmy
Steve, if you get a chance could you send me a few pics of the henrickson walking beam. That truck hauled some serious weight, especially when it is moving around. Would love to see the elephants on the truck. I'm sure she could tell many stories. You always have my support. Your friend in Connecticut
Thank you Jim. Remind me on the weekend mate. It did haul some big weight. I’m not sure if there are any photos of it around but will certainly share when I find one
Good job Steve. That cylinder head is an armful, watch your back.
So heavy mate. Not going back on like that. Block and tackle I’d say
Start it and warm it up so bolts break loose easier 😜
I tried too🤣🤣🤣
Looking at that truck, I would never have thought the motor would be any good. But if anyone can get the bastard started, it's you mate.
Thanks again Anthony. Your support is unbelievable mate. Yes it will go, I don’t give up unless there’s a high cost involved that Isn’t worth it. If it’s just labour and a few bits and pieces, it will go
Wow 😮
Awesome adventure brother as always brother tough Ole gal she is !!!!!!!!
Thank you Robert brother. Stay tuned for part 2
the old ute needs some wind in the wheels
Hey Steve ! Its all good, keep it going 👍
I will be mate. She will go
Chicago Steve sending Cheers 🍻 and 🍺 Beers , you rock young Steve!!! It’s going to run but I bet she’s gonna be a Smoker
Thank you Steve. Yes mate if she fires there will be smoke everywhere 🤣🤣🤣. I can barely wait!
Keep up the good work mate, one of the best channels around
Thank you mate, that’s very nice of you. Plenty more to come
Hi Steve, I'm new to your video channel today, stumbled on your M Benz 1924 " Will It move " - good job in making it entertaining for viewers. I'm ex Earthmoving, owner operator - Case Dozers -850 and 1150 , Allis Chalmers Bucket loader, Boggie Tippers - Acco and Louiville, at 79 years old us old retired machinery operators are always looking for abandoned Machinery Restorations
on the Web - UA-cam etc, taking us/me back to the 60s - 70s - 80s - good job and keep the entertainment coming. Over the last 2 years I have been entertained with 2 other You Tube Video
Posters like yourself - Mat from "Diesel Creek " USA, and " Bruce in AUS " - Bruce seems to concentrate on abandoned machinery / truck engines " will it Run " ?? - great viewing entertainment from all 3 of you guys - LOVE IT😄👍
Hi mate this is a great comment and I appreciate you reaching out. I’m glad you like it. I have plenty of stuff here to share and plenty more coming up. You had some good equipment and trucks too.
I speak to Bruce on the phone sometimes. His channel is leaps and bounds in front of mine but I still enjoy it. I’m really happy that you’re entertained and enjoying what we do. Thanks again mate🙏🙏🙏
Thanks for the extra video, appreciate the effort.
It’s my pleasure mate. Thanks for watching
Have same rear set up on ab 180, 3x5 gear box
Good old trucks mate
Looking forward to seeing the old girl fire up Steve - great job mate - cheers from Tassy mate - Mark
Hi Mark. I am too mate. It’s very stuck though. I will see what I can do
Thanks Steve for another interesting truck and video
Cheers Paul
Looking forward to you working your magic in part two Steve. You might have to whisper a bit louder for this boat anchor though.
This actually looks like a great 'fixer upper' for someone. Except for the doors and the bonnet it looks like its all there. That drive train looks like an interesting setup too.
Once you get the engine to fire up, a couple of new timbers on the rear frame, a bit of air in the tyres, and she's a runner mate. 🤣
It would be a good one to fix but the chassis is fairly rotten. Yes if I get it to run, I will try and drive it indeed. I’m certainly going to try
That stuff in the cylinders will buff out I figure Steve. 8^) But being IH, likely it will run fine once everything's freed up and the 9 gallons of water are out of it. BTW sure the elephants might have dented the roof, but are you sure nobody ever tossed that head assy up there? 8^) Cheers from Canada!
It will all clean up okay if I can get it to turn. Being full of water though I hope it’s not locked up in the bottom end too.
That head is extremely heavy mate. Thanks Jeff
Hi mate thanks for sharing
My pleasure mate thanks for watching
Steve im shocked your new camera isn't recording any froth or sandwiches as i think you call them
It has done John but this was Sunday morning 🤣🤣🤣
An elephant hauler? How on earth do find these things? I’m old enough to remember when an old style circus came to town with lions and tigers. And of course the African lion safari. Good times.
Are you from Sydney Chris?
Born in Bankstown grew up in Baulkham Hills I’ll be 55 this year.
@ yeah okay mate. The African lion safari is not far up behind where I live. The animals that were there were from the circus that this truck belonged to. The same family. I still do a bit for them when they need it. Good family
Keep up the good work Steve hopefully you can restore that old truck or at least make a roundabout out of it for your property. I’m surprised you don’t have an extra engine that you could just throw in the thing from something else.
Hi mate I will see how I go with it. I have a big range of engines I could put in it but all I really want to do is start this one. In time it will go
She's had a hard life, hope to hear her run again.
You will Mike, I will certainly try anyway
Bloody oath love ta have one them old dears Perkins or such .....what a weapon CHEERS GANG
Always a pleasure. Thanks Ron
Hi Steve My Dad used one off those not sure if it was a 170 or a 190 bogie drive two boxes on a Float to shift His D6 in the late 60’s early 70’s Sunshine Coast Maleny QLD in the Timber Hard wood, She was hot in the Cab, He used to dry hire it until Dad got His Float great site Mate cheers Mick North NSW
Hi Mick. They were mainly 190 I believe. I think this one is rare from what I’ve been told. Great old trucks. It would have done the job just fine I’m sure
Hi
Hi mate
looks like a hornets nest you opened? thumbs up.
See how we go mate
Hi mate, do you know the year of manufacture or a good guess! Another cracking video lifting the head off reminded me of the Beford TK working under the cab and lifting the head off. Not surprisingly, my back has seen better days. Take care Stu.
Roughly 1953 from what I can work out Stuart. Bloody heavy that head mate. Glad I brought back some good memories
That would be a very rare truck in Australia Steve and the Engine could be a BD 269 @ 101 hp from the L170 or after 1955 it may have a BD 269 @104 or a BD 282 @137hp I drove a R180 tipper with a BD282 when I was 17 years old emptying bins in a Quarry I thought it was the bees knees mind you that was nearly 60 years ago.
Hi Rod. Yes mate I’m sure it is rare. There were a few blokes that wanted it before I brought it home. Not exactly sure of the year. I’ve always thought it was the 282, but certainly could be wrong. I was the same at 17 mate. Driving that 1924 Benz I have here in the quarry too
Oil sits on top of water. Maybe why the cylinders still have water in them
Yes mate that’s right
I’m trying to thin’ back now, is the oldest engine that’s been sitting that you’ve tried to start? Or are the flat head fords older?
No a green diamond inter is the oldest. A flathead 6 cylinder
@ ah too easy
Iam thinking it's a ex army truck tandem drive rocker style rear suspension the colour on the firewall looks army green ?
I think so too because of the bonnet latches. Military ones came right off. I’m sure it was only military that did this
@stevesplacedownunder It maybe of value for someone who has that make/model truck for parts my dad AS 148 truck mid 50s as a farm truck I remember him saying that they only made 500 of them for the army
@charlesschulz8416 I’m fairly sure there weren’t many of this model either
Needs a 12 valve
The smell could be shelack perhaps
It most possibly is mate
sometimes ya talk too much Stev Keep up the good work though?
She’s rooted mate ! Good luck anyway 👍 Fantastic looking old truck.She’d be awesome belting down the road with a big V8 .
It’s blokes like you mate that make me try even harder to get it going 🤣🤣👌. It certainly would have been a good looking truck. Still has something about it now. Thanks mste