Finish Building NEW Crane Boom! | Franna Crane Project | Part 17

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  • Опубліковано 16 тра 2024
  • We're making serious progress on the new boom section for our crane! We start by salvaging parts from the old boom before getting started on the brand new 6 meter RHS (Rectangular Hollow Section). But before installing the custom-built boom end we crafted and built in Part 16, we meticulously weld in all the necessary components like pulley mounts and guide block plates. The new boom end itself goes in smoothly, and then it's time to lay down some serious welds. We weld the boom internally to the RHS and weld all the flat bar onto the main end plates. To finish things off, we tack weld flat bar to the top of the RHS, creating a barrier for the extension cable. This episode is packed with fabrication and welding, showcasing a fantastic upgrade for our Franna crane. Stay tuned for the next Franna crane project video or catch up on all the previous videos below 😎👇
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  • @CuttingEdgeEngineering
    @CuttingEdgeEngineering  21 день тому +399

    The wait is over! The new boom end gets installed into our RHS! This video is packed with fabrication and welding goodness as we finish building the new boom section for our crane. We can’t wait for you to see how it all comes together! 👀 What do you think of it?? Let us know in the comments 😄👇
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    • @pacificcoastpiper3949
      @pacificcoastpiper3949 20 днів тому +10

      Make sure homie gets a lot of good scratches and love for being such a good boy

    • @CuttingEdgeEngineering
      @CuttingEdgeEngineering  20 днів тому +25

      @@pacificcoastpiper3949 The goodest of boys gets lots of attention for sure 🥰

    • @pieandmashlover
      @pieandmashlover 20 днів тому +13

      My favourite time of the week! Whoop whoop!! 🥳🥳🥳

    • @bostedtap8399
      @bostedtap8399 20 днів тому +5

      As Basil Brush (UK TV show), would say "Boom, Boom"

    • @64Pete
      @64Pete 20 днів тому +10

      Nice work guys, have an awesome weekend!

  • @paladin50554
    @paladin50554 20 днів тому +848

    The Frana Crane has provided far more content than I ever would have expected.

    • @CuttingEdgeEngineering
      @CuttingEdgeEngineering  20 днів тому +230

      we can't wait to show you all what we have planned 🤩😏

    • @berrieds
      @berrieds 20 днів тому +67

      It's been a story that shows creativity, resilience, and craftsmanship. It's been amazing 😍

    • @ThatOldStoner
      @ThatOldStoner 20 днів тому +22

      I hope the return is worth the investment.

    • @dcolb121
      @dcolb121 20 днів тому +20

      @@berrieds And humor. Don't forget humor.

    • @katelights
      @katelights 20 днів тому +20

      perpetual content machine.

  • @TrevorDennis100
    @TrevorDennis100 20 днів тому +160

    I bet not one single person was able to resist a smile when Karen was amazed at the belt grinder's hidden function. 😁

    • @miniyota3ur
      @miniyota3ur 20 днів тому +17

      Her genuine surprise at it made me laugh more than I care to admit 😂😂

    • @eyema_pierat8993
      @eyema_pierat8993 14 днів тому +2

      Yep I grinned - she is an absolute treasure.

  • @artszabo1015
    @artszabo1015 20 днів тому +225

    I am a 73 year old retired builder, welder, fabricator and I have only one thing to say about you Kurtis.
    YOU ARE THE MAN!!!!!
    Your designs and workmanship are absolutely flawless. I give you five stars Sir and if you walked into the room - I would stand up and salute you.
    Art from Ohio

    • @brettgl21
      @brettgl21 20 днів тому +12

      He is one of the few that I have seen that is a better welder/fabricator that my grandpa was. Unreal!

    • @CuttingEdgeEngineering
      @CuttingEdgeEngineering  20 днів тому +30

      Art, you just made Kurtis' day with that comment! From a legend like you, that's high praise. Thanks so much for watching!

    • @artszabo1015
      @artszabo1015 20 днів тому +26

      @@CuttingEdgeEngineering Of the many many things I have built I would say that wheelstanders for the dragstrip would be the most impressive. I am also an accomplished machinist and a first class prick that doesn't compliment anybody.
      I am extremely happy to compliment Kurtis he is one in a hundred thousand - a truly gifted man - and I and my family just love you both and Homeless.
      Art from Ohio

    • @bthaxthaxton4821
      @bthaxthaxton4821 17 днів тому +3

      You said it perfectly! His skill level mixed his work ethic make for very fine craftsmanship! Add on the engineering skills....a true top tier in his field!

  • @jmumbauer
    @jmumbauer 19 днів тому +39

    For anyone that's never run a torch, it's difficult to convey just how much talent and discipline it takes to operate a cutting torch with that level of accuracy. I'm amazed, not sure I've ever seen anyone with a hand as steady and accurate as yours.

    • @ummduhgmail
      @ummduhgmail 19 днів тому

      This, for sure. This is WAY more difficult than it looks!

    • @BLKMGK4
      @BLKMGK4 2 дні тому

      I've always wondered why he doesn't use a plazma cutter but man he has that torch DOWN to a science!

  • @tonyray91
    @tonyray91 20 днів тому +291

    That hand cut torched hole for the pulley mount was a pleasure to watch.

    • @SeanBZA
      @SeanBZA 20 днів тому +13

      Yes though this time for sure Kurtis would have to break out the magmount drill and cutter to make it, though that possibly is being reserved for the side access holes he will have to make on that boom section later on.

    • @wmlye1
      @wmlye1 20 днів тому +16

      Kurtis's skill with the gas axe is way up there. His cuts by hand often look like they were made by a robot.

    • @onebadsavage26
      @onebadsavage26 20 днів тому +6

      I'd say the only one I've seen, better than him, is ICWeld

    • @SeanBZA
      @SeanBZA 20 днів тому +3

      @@onebadsavage26 allistairc123 is pretty good as well, he makes but cuts on big stuff, cutting to a pretty good accuracy even for 10 ton parts that are being rebuilt.

    • @martinu2725
      @martinu2725 20 днів тому +1

      😳🤯

  • @jackpeaches1528
    @jackpeaches1528 20 днів тому +142

    Surely I’m not the only one here impressed by the perfectly looking circle holes round the 12:10 mark

  • @user-fg2lo4wn8l
    @user-fg2lo4wn8l 19 днів тому +17

    Karen, golden editing at 27:22 when Kurtis leaves left frame edge and then reappears right frame edge in that still shot. Your videography skills match Kurtis's fabrication skills.

  • @igorkeser9716
    @igorkeser9716 20 днів тому +35

    It is just spectacular what one man in front of camera and one women behind the camera can do all by themselves. You two are truly amazing! Bravo!!

    • @_Jester_
      @_Jester_ 18 днів тому +3

      Yup, that's TV / Netflix grade quality of craftsmanship, storytelling, filming and editing!

    • @lukehover
      @lukehover 11 днів тому +1

      Behind every man is a great woman

  • @unixnut
    @unixnut 20 днів тому +132

    This might sound like I'm exaggerating, but this crane project actually taught me that difficult projects are possible if you believe in yourself and it helped me get out of a negative emotional state that I'd been in for literally years. I'm putting my life back together partly because of CEE. Thank you!!

    • @CuttingEdgeEngineering
      @CuttingEdgeEngineering  20 днів тому +64

      Hey mate Wow, this comment hit us right in the feels. We can't tell you how much it means to hear that the crane project helped you through a tough time. We believe in you and your ability to overcome challenges, and it's incredible to see that reflected in your journey. Keep putting yourself back together, piece by piece. You've got this!

    • @matthewlee8917
      @matthewlee8917 20 днів тому +6

      Kurtis will tackle huge projects and it’s awesome to watch. We are all capable of great things. Man I wish I learned this earlier in life.

    • @deandunn206
      @deandunn206 18 днів тому +4

      When eating an elephant, take one bite at a time.

    • @BaronVonKarza-dv7dw
      @BaronVonKarza-dv7dw 16 днів тому +2

      Same with me, I suffer from severe PTSD (Got it from serving in the canadian military) watching this channel allows me to really focus and enjoy life.. Thank you!!!!!!!!

    • @alexanderSydneyOz
      @alexanderSydneyOz 14 днів тому +1

      "difficult projects are possible if you believe in yourself..."
      Yes, true, but alot of experience and a well equipped workshop also help!

  • @jackthomson73
    @jackthomson73 20 днів тому +67

    I watch an absolute ton of you tube and I have to say that your comments section is the most respectful on you tube. And the fact that you guys bring happiness to such a large cross section of people is a testament to how damn good you guys are. Congrats on killing it 👍👍

    • @CuttingEdgeEngineering
      @CuttingEdgeEngineering  20 днів тому +26

      Hey mate Thanks so much for the kind words! We reckon we've got the best community on UA-cam and thanks for being a part of this awesome community!

  • @paulw3182
    @paulw3182 20 днів тому +40

    Kurtis - Your spacial awareness is incredible - knowing where things are, and position they need to be in. Backing up the forklift at an angle to miss the shipping container - especially fitting the custom boom end inside the RHS in one take, was great. I have to admit, your a cutting torch demon, the circle cutting and pad cutting holes are next-level. Karen, the videography is excellent - you make a wonderful team.

  • @samuelmorrison6006
    @samuelmorrison6006 20 днів тому +75

    I have been following this project since the beginning. What have I learned in all these 17 episodes?
    1. The value of quality work: you are no ‘cutting corners’ here. This is not a quick fix, but a complete overhaul. This is a lesson for life.
    2. Aim for the best: If you can do it right, do it right! I see this in what both of you do, Kurtis and Karen.
    3. This project has been a lesson on perseverance. Sometimes, the end seems far away, but you have shown us how important is to go on, ‘one step at a time’. Many times, I asked myself when is this disassembling part is going to end? Well, now we are enjoying the assembling part of the project. But to be able to enjoy this video, we had to accept the previous ones. Without them, today’s video wouldn’t have been as rewarding.
    4. During the whole process, enjoy the simple things of life. Homeless and the birds are as enjoyable than machining and welding. I could say that without them, the whole project would have been boring!
    Finally, I have to say that your field of work is totally different to my job. I work with books, ideas, and people. Not steel and machines. But I’m attracted to your channel because I can feel that yours is a vocation, not just a job. Both of you enjoy what you do. And we, the viewers, can see that.

    • @miketucker7466
      @miketucker7466 19 днів тому +1

      I expect like me Kurtis goes to “work” for the enjoyment of it as much as paying the bills!

    • @DenzelLN936
      @DenzelLN936 19 днів тому

      Nobody asked mate 👍

    • @Tasarran
      @Tasarran 17 днів тому +1

      I truly hope Kurtis' customers see his videos, and the level of care he puts into everything he does

  • @johnwilliams1091
    @johnwilliams1091 20 днів тому +87

    I had to chuckle when our lovely photographer reacted to the belt sander reconfiguration. I bet it’s a rare event this many years into the work.

    • @m-erko
      @m-erko 20 днів тому +18

      OMG! It does THAT?

    • @ml.2770
      @ml.2770 20 днів тому +9

      Robots in disguise.

  • @orwellknew9112
    @orwellknew9112 20 днів тому +148

    I’m always amazed by Kurtis’s skills and knowledge. Speaking into a camera seems to be his only weakness… and that’s where Karen comes in. She aces everything else. You two were made for each other. Between the two of you, you have all the bases covered. I really like how you laugh together and are kind to animals. Good hearts ❤️

    • @tnmonty501
      @tnmonty501 20 днів тому +13

      I think it was the previous video where she said something about using her brain for both of them 😂

    • @RFC3514
      @RFC3514 20 днів тому

      I've heard that Homie actually has to show both of them how to do their jobs.

    • @georgecarenzo3890
      @georgecarenzo3890 20 днів тому

      "I’m always amazed by Kurtis’s skills and knowledge" My sentiments exactly. Kurtis has a highly developed mechanical skill and penetrating intuition far greater than most in his field. He's the hardest working person I've ever seen and he makes it look effortless. I sincerely hope all the best for him and his lovely wife who must be proud and grateful to have such a hard working husband. I'm sure he feels likewise with his wife.

  • @markhelseth253
    @markhelseth253 20 днів тому +9

    I really like the lack of drama. Just professional skill knocking out amazing pieces parts with a camera person chuckling away. The quote below sums it up: "welding goodness". Awesome!!

  • @EasyGrace
    @EasyGrace 19 днів тому +6

    I am in absolute awe of both of you. Kurtis's freehand flame cutting and his welding are at another level. The pleasure I got from seeing him cut that round hole was marvellous. The delicate and precise handling of the forklift to fit that end unit into the box section was amazing. Karen matches his expertise with her filming and editing and helps with giggles and comments. As for Homeless, he must be the happiest little dog in the world. I can't thank you enough for the hours of pleasure and amusement you've given me.

  • @yhprum413
    @yhprum413 20 днів тому +43

    Hands down one of the greatest fabrication experts I've ever seen in my life, I'm a Sheet Metal Worker in Canada & to say how rare it is to see such craftsmanship & dedication is an understatement. Kurtis has taught me more than 90% of the people I've worked with... all made possible by the outstanding videography of the wonderful & astonishing Karen.

    • @therealnitrouso2
      @therealnitrouso2 20 днів тому +1

      I'm just a simple lawyer and bass player, but I've gotta say that in watching welding/repair/fabrication videos from other guys, I often find myself saying "Hmm, pretty sure Kurtis wouldn't do it like that . . ."

  • @tanyaerskine7657
    @tanyaerskine7657 20 днів тому +105

    I'm at work at the moment (graveyard Seattle city bus mechanic!) and I'm SO FREAKING EXCITED to go home in the morning, get comfy in my easy chair in my jammies with a cup of tea, and watch the next episode. Thank you Kurtis and Karen AND HOMELESS for hours of fabulous "edutainment".

    • @road8248
      @road8248 20 днів тому +4

      I've never thought of putting on Jammies before watching a CEC video. Do you guys sell Jammies? Is there a CEC Onezie? Could we buy a Kurtis Uniform?

    • @RaceBanner_
      @RaceBanner_ 20 днів тому +7

      Is that the gigantic facility down near the W. Seattle Bridge flyover and Boeing Field? You guys do God’s work keeping those buses safe, running & clean. There’s one or two potholes in the area. :-)

    • @tanyaerskine7657
      @tanyaerskine7657 20 днів тому +8

      @@RaceBanner_ Those are our bases, yes, but I currently work at South Base which is in Tukwila. We go rescue buses in Seattle proper all the time though, as well as much further south. Best job I've ever had.

  • @user-yt7np9ik3h
    @user-yt7np9ik3h 20 днів тому +7

    I very much enjoy watching you and Karen working on the boom, feeding the birds, and interacting with Homeless. Keep it coming.

  • @The_Back_Alley_BBQ
    @The_Back_Alley_BBQ 20 днів тому +28

    Anyone else, instantly ‘like’ every video as soon as you’ve pressed play?
    Shout out to Karen for the slick editing as always. You don’t go unnoticed 🙌🏼

  • @SjoerdJongerius
    @SjoerdJongerius 20 днів тому +198

    So I'm a physical therapist specialized in psychosomatic complaints. I do a lot of training with people on relaxation and body awareness. In my spare time I'm modding a motor cycle. Welding here and there. Welding - I found to my surprise - is an incredible source of relaxation and mindfulness. And the even more surprising part is when I see and hear Curtis welding my body automatically relaxes. Who would have thought that I can have a relaxation by proxy welding 😃

    • @teeanahera8949
      @teeanahera8949 20 днів тому +6

      *Kurtis

    • @raykaufman7156
      @raykaufman7156 20 днів тому +15

      Stick to new metal and comfortable positions...a lot of trade welding is anything BUT relaxing. 👍😉

    • @haroldchoate7497
      @haroldchoate7497 20 днів тому +12

      I was a welder in the Navy. I recall replacing the liner in a smoke stack on a destroyer. It was dark, dirty and anything but relaxing!😮😊

    • @2nickles647
      @2nickles647 20 днів тому +10

      A hobby welder thinks it's relaxing because it's not their profession.
      Because I'm a hobby welder 😉, it's something I enjoy.
      I taught my middle daughter how to weld. In high school, she could weld. Her teacher asked where her skills came from. She said my daddy. Even though she didn't become a welder by trade. She took on the challenge.
      She became a Teacher and earned her master's in childhood education.
      I also knew many professional welders that did alot of welding in boilers/Boiler makers.
      There were some women in that group.
      Talk about flyash, working in very confined areas, workwear in proper PPE. My hats off to my fellow workers.
      At the end, their eye sight are affected.
      Cheers.

    • @gamingforlife4830
      @gamingforlife4830 20 днів тому +6

      I use to weld from 06 to 15 everyday as a metal fabricator !, OK in winter, in summer you had wet undies from start to finish.. very nasty :D

  • @collegeatlas
    @collegeatlas 20 днів тому +7

    The best part about watching you Kurtis is you remind me so much of the way my Dad went about things. He was a fitter and turner. Built bloody complex machines from basic sketches. Machines that ran for 40 years. Your quiet way of understanding and applying your skills is something I learned from my Dad. I often get a tear in my eye when you do something that reminds me of him. He’s long left us but guys like you help me remember him.

  • @freebeerecords
    @freebeerecords 19 днів тому +4

    Kurtimedes once said “give me a forklift big enough and I can move the world!” Many thanks for another great episode!

  • @87mini
    @87mini 20 днів тому +49

    I am in awe of Kurtis' laser-straight freehand welding! Such a steady hand and constant speed - gas cutting or MIG welding - very inspiring! Thanks for the arty shots to showcase his skills, Karen!!!

    • @NemesisRTCW
      @NemesisRTCW 19 днів тому +2

      The laserstraight cutting is easy to do.
      So easy in fact I have made a CNC plasma machine, as all my hand cut parts tend to become one offs (even if I don't want them to)

  • @MoraFermi
    @MoraFermi 20 днів тому +43

    You are a true wizard with that forklift. The way the end block slid into the boom section was incredible to watch.

    • @mr_voron
      @mr_voron 20 днів тому +5

      Right?! That’s some next level driving. 🤯

  • @KG-yn9qi
    @KG-yn9qi 8 днів тому

    Thank you MrsGiggles! Because of we get to see and watch and be part of your guys life’s!!! Thank you love your reactions and hard work!!!!

  • @cranefly23
    @cranefly23 20 днів тому +31

    A privilege to watch a true artist at work. Your accuracy, attention to detail and ingenuity is outstanding.
    We mustn’t forget Karen’s artistry either. She always manages to get interesting shots and angles, and knows when to shorten a sequence by speeding it up, whilst making sure we don’t miss a thing.
    Thank you both.
    What a team!

    • @CuttingEdgeEngineering
      @CuttingEdgeEngineering  20 днів тому +16

      Thanks for the awesome comment and for recognizing the artistry in both the work and the filming. Karen's a master at capturing the details, and it takes a great team to bring the project to life. We're so glad you enjoyed it!

    • @aerialrescuesolutions3277
      @aerialrescuesolutions3277 20 днів тому +7

      Excellent

  • @darrellhendrix5502
    @darrellhendrix5502 20 днів тому +130

    You know you are doing something right when the video is up for 39 seconds and there are 44 likes. To say you have a devoted followers would be a huge under statement. It is 3am local time and i am happy to be awake. Your skill, knowledge and work ethic is phenomenal. Karens camera work and editing has gotten constantly. Wishing you both all the sucess that you deserve. Please keep it coming and thanks for sharing.

    • @rbapl
      @rbapl 20 днів тому +5

      4 minutes, 370 likes, 1300 views.

    • @saemibachme
      @saemibachme 20 днів тому +6

      3hrs, 46'300 views, 10'000 likes 👍

    • @nrml76
      @nrml76 20 днів тому +4

      229,213 views and 29K likes in less than half a day (11 hours)
      When the content is great the viewers will flood in.

  • @ATL-mc8uf
    @ATL-mc8uf 19 днів тому +1

    Kurtis, you are an absolutely magnificent craftsman and a true genius and savant. Thank you for sharing this extraordinary briiiiance you possess.

  • @rsc4peace971
    @rsc4peace971 14 днів тому

    This is by far one of the Engineering Fabrication Extraordinire. Most of the machining or other maker videos are either restoring old machines or run-of-the-mill small gadget-making. This is real hands-on, pure craftmanship supreme. In the age of CNC machining and other automated mass manufacturing the skill of the individual is almost disappearing but you and a few others are just a joy to watch and learn. Greeting from USA

  • @GingerDachshund
    @GingerDachshund 20 днів тому +82

    8 minutes in and over 3,000 views. We love seeing the engineering Cinderella with the birds, dogs and metal. You both keep up the amazing work.

    • @ThisIS_Insane
      @ThisIS_Insane 20 днів тому +2

      10k views in 22 minutes!!! CRIKEY!

    • @blackindian9554
      @blackindian9554 20 днів тому +1

      3hrs later
      50k views

    • @gabrielecossettini2923
      @gabrielecossettini2923 20 днів тому +2

      He speaks fluent Brid language, dog language, welder, milling machine and Lathe language for sure. I'm not so confident he can speak fluent Aussie English due to the outtakes🤣

  • @mapo5976
    @mapo5976 20 днів тому +18

    Not sure who gets the most satisfaction from this crane project. Kurtis professionally playing with his toys ? Karen happily recording every angle and creatively editing.? Or us, sitting with a cold one, feet up after a hard day ? Whatever it is, it's sure the best follow on YT at the moment. Thanks for the effort guys.

  • @thomasholland3289
    @thomasholland3289 20 днів тому +6

    Competent steady hand. I sometimes sit here and close my eyes when you fire up. Specially when you are tacking out. 46 years of doing it and you can teach an old dog a new trick. Your effort is outstanding.

  • @rtarz5191
    @rtarz5191 20 днів тому +25

    You take the My Mechanic channels saying, " I'll make a new one " to another level. I love it. Well done to the three of you. This is my kind of "reality tv".

    • @user-fg2lo4wn8l
      @user-fg2lo4wn8l 19 днів тому

      Those two together could build a fusion reactor next week.

  • @mattilindstrom
    @mattilindstrom 20 днів тому +32

    Always a pleasure to watch a true professional welding and cutting. I swear, I couldn't have even drawn with a sharpie a rounder shape along the line than the pulley cut was.

    • @Uli_Krosse
      @Uli_Krosse 20 днів тому +7

      Same here - and this guy just freehands that. Sigh ...

    • @johnwilliams1091
      @johnwilliams1091 20 днів тому +9

      He’s like a dang CNC machine and a laser at the same time.

    • @MrChevelle83
      @MrChevelle83 20 днів тому +8

      ida been looking all over my shop for a template for that too!

  • @pacoal
    @pacoal 20 днів тому +3

    I don't have the words to express how much joy it brings to my heart to watch a highly skilled and knowledgeable craftsman at work...along with the expertise in filming and editing who brings it into my living room. I love the regular updates of Homie and the magpies day too.

  • @lilmnm616
    @lilmnm616 18 днів тому +1

    27:20 That transition, is a chefs kiss moment for me lol.

  • @Splits-man
    @Splits-man 20 днів тому +14

    Spectacular welding shots Karen!

  • @gabriellongworth4697
    @gabriellongworth4697 20 днів тому +10

    Mad skills in front of and behind the camera! The content and Homey’s toy squashing are unparalleled.

  • @dodge_ute
    @dodge_ute 20 днів тому

    I'm loving the crane project, thanks guys. So much of the crane needs rebuilding/replacing/modifying I can't help wishing Kurtis had built it from scratch. Yes more work and I confess I'm being greedy wanting Kurtis to show more of his stunning ability :)

  • @mikebellamy4760
    @mikebellamy4760 19 днів тому +1

    How perfectly the end bit slid into the RHS bit (sorry for the technical jargon hehe) was great. Keep going, this whole project is amazing.

  • @pedrosmits
    @pedrosmits 20 днів тому +27

    The Franna crane definitely needs some stickers of the birds. They deserve it, and it will look nice 👌

    • @BrooksMoses
      @BrooksMoses 20 днів тому +6

      If he paints the boom black like the cylinders, the crane and the birds will match!

    • @2nickles647
      @2nickles647 20 днів тому +3

      Make a LOGO for the crane. Give it a new name.

  • @johnwilliams1091
    @johnwilliams1091 20 днів тому +10

    The photography from the end of the boom while welding was genius… the sounds alone…

  • @user-zn7ru4ix2h
    @user-zn7ru4ix2h 19 днів тому

    Работаю сварщиком более 11 лет стажа,я восхищен твоими работами и уровнем владения как сварочным аппаратом так и измерительным инструментом,но больше всего меня восхищает то,что ты делаешь всё сам один и слесарные работы и сварочные это достаточно тяжело быть профи во многом да что я говорю даже быть профи в каком то одном деле очень тяжело....крепко жму руку🤝видео отличные,снимай почаще....Артём 33 года Belarus

  • @craftyguyinthewoods
    @craftyguyinthewoods 20 днів тому +2

    Thanks for always having just the right balance of real time and accelerated footage 😀. Your wife's giggles are adorable! And the sound she made the first time you transformed the belt sander was classic, like Gomer Pile saying "Well gooooooooollly!", like she was gobsmacked! Thanks for all the great vids guys.

  • @VernBigDaddy
    @VernBigDaddy 20 днів тому +8

    Boom End - “Like a Glove”!

  • @nsbhagwat
    @nsbhagwat 20 днів тому +10

    Phew, got exhausted just watching the number of welds. And you had to do it, Karen had to film them. Your patience is next level. All the best.

  • @fabricationfun1509
    @fabricationfun1509 19 днів тому

    There’s Lots of clever people on UA-cam who make some great things but man you do you up the game all the time, hands down my favourite fabrication channel on UA-cam shout out to you both as the content has to be fun to watch and I know how much time and effort goes into that.

  • @stevecorcoran9869
    @stevecorcoran9869 5 годин тому

    I have to smile every time I see how you guys have gotten to be so proactive after years of having to deal with all kinds of second guessing and arm-chair quarterbacking in the comment section, so now Kurtis just explains exactly why he chose to do things the way he did. Bet it really annoys those folks who were just waiting to jump to the comment section to fuss and hold-forth about how they think it should have been done some other way & that makes me grin every time. Good on you both!

  • @rayclark9643
    @rayclark9643 20 днів тому +9

    The degree of difficulty for those inside welds can only be truly appreciated if one has ever had to do it...awesome work Kurtis!!!

  • @nicholascampbell7349
    @nicholascampbell7349 20 днів тому +10

    Honestly this is my favorite channel on UA-cam and I await the content weekly. Kurtis you are the absolute best at your craft and as soon as I see you miss a spot the next scene is you taking care of it. Nothing goes unnoticed, I admire your dedication and eye for perfection and usually it is perfection mate! Also Karen does a excellent job at the transitions and weld exposure! 10/10 mates! Love the channel! Love the Franna content!

  • @Greghodges01
    @Greghodges01 17 днів тому +1

    I love this type of content. That you can do the job you enjoy, entertain people, and make some money to do projects like this! Glad to see the subscribers going up as well!

  • @arnot5317
    @arnot5317 20 днів тому +2

    I'm a carpenter master and normally I don't have much to do with steel/iron, but I love to see your videos.
    Your knowledge and skills are impressive.
    AND☝️ KAREN YOU MAKE A FANTASTIC JOB behind the camera 👍👍👍💐

  • @gearjamor
    @gearjamor 20 днів тому +25

    Homeless is such seasoned actor.
    He does his scene and promptly...
    "Exits stage right!"

  • @itsfonk
    @itsfonk 20 днів тому +18

    First time catching an episode just after release. 2:00AM here. Been up with power outages from wicked storms rolling through since around midnight. Nice to see a Frana rebuild update. 🤙

  • @akewennlund7752
    @akewennlund7752 19 днів тому

    Always nice to see somone use the swedish hammer in the right way. After all it is a multi purpose tool. ❤❤

  • @jon_jon364
    @jon_jon364 20 днів тому +1

    I do be liking the blinging out the Crane project.

  • @narkoz_dla_sovesti
    @narkoz_dla_sovesti 20 днів тому +112

    Без шуток, пожалуй единственное что меня так сильно радует на Ютубе, так это Вы и ваша работа. Вы слаженная команда и спасибо большое за видео, я с большим удовольствием смотрю Вас!🎉

    • @user-kc7km8lm3p
      @user-kc7km8lm3p 20 днів тому +5

      Полностью согласен. Удачи и процветания Кертисам))).

    • @davidelliott5843
      @davidelliott5843 20 днів тому +3

      Don’t forget the engine builders, Tally Ho, Ship Happens, Brupeg, even Binky if you don’t mind watching old stuff.

    • @user-uy3po3fy8x
      @user-uy3po3fy8x 20 днів тому

      ​@@user-kc7km8lm3p Кертис - это имя.

    • @narkoz_dla_sovesti
      @narkoz_dla_sovesti 20 днів тому

      ​@@davidelliott5843прости пожалуйста, я воспользовался переводчиком и даже не смотря на это, я все равно не совсем понял что ты хотел мне скзаать?
      Повтори пожалуйста ещё раз, я действительно не понял 😢

  • @parttime9070
    @parttime9070 20 днів тому +9

    In Hawaii we get the new videos at best time in the evening for sitting back and watching someone else work..

  • @mr-wayfox
    @mr-wayfox 14 днів тому

    Сколько смотрю, не устаю удивляться на сколько вы мастерски управляетесь со всеми работами...
    Золотые руки )
    Всего наилучшего вам...
    Буду дальше наблюдать ... )) 😉👍

  • @jaket9854
    @jaket9854 19 днів тому

    Glad to see i am not the only one that uses the torch head to tap out the hole plugs, thank for the great vidios every week.

  • @TheBaldrick07
    @TheBaldrick07 20 днів тому +9

    Kurtis, By the time you have finished this machine it will be better than a bought one. Well done.

  • @Urbo666
    @Urbo666 20 днів тому +3

    The best part of this rebuild is the fact that when it's completed, you'll have a fully reconditioned crane, built to your satisfaction that you know will give you trouble free service for many years to come. It has been a pleasure to watch the transformation of this crane into what will be an valuable & reliable asset for you. Look forward to the next instalment !

  • @Thestorminator89
    @Thestorminator89 20 днів тому +11

    I receive the notifications for your videos in the morning (UK), but wait till the end of the day to sit down at the computer with my tea to enjoy watching your content. Gives me something to look forward to. Thanks pal.

  • @johnmills3629
    @johnmills3629 19 днів тому

    I am really impressed with the quality of your work. I don't know that I've ever seen your quality ever surpassed by another, and I've witnessed a lot of welders over my years, including myself, and I know of no one that could even come close to you. Thank you for sharing.... John.

  • @UncleManuel
    @UncleManuel 19 днів тому

    This is slowly turning into a video series called "How to build your own Franna crane 101". Kurtis gives me the confidence that I could do this at home. In my living room. On the couch. 😁🤟

  • @scottsmall9898
    @scottsmall9898 20 днів тому +4

    Like a glove!! I could watch you weld and use your torch to cut all day long. Always amazed how smooth you are and your ability to stay so straight while cutting. Thanks for another great video. Soon the crane will be back together and getting well used.

  • @thorfriis6284
    @thorfriis6284 20 днів тому +48

    So excited to be able to view for once a CEE episode within minutes of it being published. I usually watch your videos 9-10 hours after you've published them but today's a public holiday here in Norway and here I am enjoying the latest Frana Crane installment almost in real time!

    • @CuttingEdgeEngineering
      @CuttingEdgeEngineering  20 днів тому +12

      Hey mate thanks for taking time on your public holiday to watch the vid!

    • @Uli_Krosse
      @Uli_Krosse 20 днів тому +5

      Happy Grunnlovsdagen! :)

    • @VIVO-pw3gy
      @VIVO-pw3gy 20 днів тому +4

      Constitution Day is the national day in Norway and is an official holiday held on 17 May each year.
      Great start to the national day, watching CEE's latest Frana crane repair/upgrade video 😊
      From another Norwegian
      God 17 Mai🎉 og nyt fin været.

    • @philmckrakin6752
      @philmckrakin6752 20 днів тому +2

      ​@@VIVO-pw3gyhave a great day mate 👍

    • @eppot1
      @eppot1 20 днів тому +4

      and my birthday here in sweden 61 year old..

  • @therealswarvey
    @therealswarvey 20 днів тому +12

    Forklift experience level: Suspiciously accurate

  • @tonyburdick5512
    @tonyburdick5512 18 днів тому

    While you were working in those confined spaces, I was amazed at how calm you were. Then I saw what would have been my response in the outtakes. I'm glad to see you are human after all.

  • @billybike57
    @billybike57 20 днів тому +3

    When you cut the hole for the pulley, omg, it looked like you’d cut that hole with a jig or hole saw. Well done, well executed!👍🏼

  • @cosmopezzolla996
    @cosmopezzolla996 14 днів тому

    That came out amazing! Kurtis made the fab and welding look easy and Karen's camera work/ editing was incredible as always. Great job guys! Bet you're starting to get excited now, things are starting to go back together!

  • @brerobsym
    @brerobsym 20 днів тому +16

    TGIF. It used to mean drinks after work, now it means quality work, informative chatter, and entertaining banter. Add to that animals, trains, equipment malfunctions, I think this is a much better way to spend my Friday!

  • @gusviera3905
    @gusviera3905 20 днів тому +20

    Coming together nicely! Beautiful welds. Perfect fitment. Just some damn nice work. And at a third of the cost by my reckoning (based on what your mate paid). Nice. Thanks for letting us watch and have a great weekend, guys. Cheers.

  • @seanbhaney
    @seanbhaney 10 днів тому

    Damn Kurtis...I just got to your welding part in the beginning and had to say what impeccable welding skills you have!! You are a Master!!!!!! All of your work is just beyond reproach...excellent job!!! This is a pretty exciting series.

  • @warrenlancaster9305
    @warrenlancaster9305 19 днів тому +1

    Excellent work on the boom & end and actually on all the work you do! You seem to be very meticulous and everything you do. I have never seen somebody so precise in what they do and how they do it.

  • @denniswilliams3934
    @denniswilliams3934 20 днів тому +9

    I was about to ask "Why 2 sets of 16 mm plates" but decided that Kurtis did the " Cost benefit analysis" and made the best choice, so I should keep watching and learn from the GOAT.

  • @johnhampson7
    @johnhampson7 20 днів тому +13

    Am I impressed or what, I never thought I'd see one guy put together one of these booms. Bloody fantastic Kurtis.

  • @ericmartin5720
    @ericmartin5720 20 днів тому +2

    You guys are spot on, from making friends with the local wildlife to taking in a homeless staffy. Add some hard work and your channel needs nothing else, thank you for being a beacon of goodness in a world gone mad.

    • @lastguy8613
      @lastguy8613 20 днів тому

      Is that why he's called Homeless? I've watched the channel for a while and I never knew

  • @AndreZA979
    @AndreZA979 18 днів тому

    That's an awesome build, a lot more complex than I thought it would be, you are a master fabricator, not to mention operator, sliding that front end in with the forklift was something else!

  • @hunterdan2002
    @hunterdan2002 20 днів тому +10

    The ease to which that block slid into the boom was disgusting... Damn good work.

  • @gabrielecossettini2923
    @gabrielecossettini2923 20 днів тому +16

    A couple of days ago in my workshop we had a couple of cranes to lift up a 88Ton locomotive. I was able to look at the booms and know what's inside and how do they work thanks to the FrannaCrane Project.
    Kudos to CEE!
    Greetings from Italy

  • @robertdryer6629
    @robertdryer6629 9 днів тому

    It is nice to see the rebuild begin versus the tear down and finding more issues that need to be fixed. The content is awesome. I just hope it is still cost-effective versus buying something in better shape or new.

  • @williambailey9378
    @williambailey9378 20 днів тому +5

    Absolutely love the Frana crane project it covers everything in fabrication , loved Karen's reaction didn't know the belt grinder swivelled over 😄 😮

  • @phillipcave1197
    @phillipcave1197 20 днів тому +30

    Woohoo, it’s Friday again 😊😊

  • @Arjay.M88
    @Arjay.M88 17 днів тому

    Gosh, I know I would get along with you guys so well. Your all's humor I swear is spot on with mine. Loved watching the boom come together, great work both of you. Camera work is awesome Karen.
    edit the fkn bloopers always get me rolling

  • @firstname3078
    @firstname3078 20 днів тому

    Shop made projects are my favorite part of CEE. I love the crane series!

  • @ScottHammet
    @ScottHammet 20 днів тому +10

    Those high-speed shots around the 10:40 mark of Kurtis welding were pretty cool. One can appreciate the experience in technique, in that his arm moves just as smoothly in high-speed as you'd expect if the shot weren't sped up. No wobble. No jerking around. Really fluid.

  • @ColinRichardson
    @ColinRichardson 20 днів тому +20

    WOAH... What?
    Yeah, that was very much a "I DID NOT KNOW IT DID THAT" moment.

    • @Rural53NZ
      @Rural53NZ 20 днів тому +1

      Yeap, I want one. What brand/model?

  • @adeeponion9152
    @adeeponion9152 19 днів тому

    Good cranes don’t come cheap. This one will be right as rain when you are done.
    What an effort! Steady now Mate. Your videographer is good support if you ask for her ear.

  • @jackclark1994
    @jackclark1994 19 днів тому +1

    i get the feeling the whole damn crane will rust to pieces before the boom end ever fails.. good work, it's always awesome watching you work! Wish i could come work with you!

  • @robertnorris1808
    @robertnorris1808 20 днів тому +13

    Kurtis, I love watching all the things you can do and make it look so easy.Fantastic welding and Karens filming up so close is super and she actually does magic with each video she produces. The two of you highlight each other and with Homeless and the birds your videos are so entertaining and informative.Stay safe and happy and can't wait for the next video.

    • @wilsonpereirasmart8687
      @wilsonpereirasmart8687 20 днів тому +1

      Muito legal seu comentário. Percebo que você gosta mesmo do vídeo e presta atenção em cada detalhe. Abraços de Joinville Brasil

  • @brickshotted
    @brickshotted 20 днів тому +9

    A pleasure to watch, as always. Torching of that hole was pure perfection, and the welding is second to none. Everything looks easy, that's how you know you're watching a professional😎😎

  • @jwdickinson1
    @jwdickinson1 20 днів тому +2

    I can’t decide what is more fascinating about your work, Kurtis…you making parts for customers or you making parts for your equipment…PLEASE keep up the wonderful content! Ms. Karen, your video production skills are always on point! Cheers from Up Over (in the good ol’ South)

  • @jaymann
    @jaymann 20 днів тому

    Absolutely fantastic job, as always, Kurt - precision engineering at its finest. Likewise with Karen, too, fantastic filming and editing, as always. Thank you, both. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 🇬🇧

  • @maboscience35
    @maboscience35 20 днів тому +24

    Hello CEE team, greetings from Belgium. Another piece rebuild for the Franna crane, slow but steady we are getting there. Personally I love those type of video's as it provides an exact view, means/feeling what it means to tackel those type of restorations/rebuilds.

  • @Nevelashki
    @Nevelashki 20 днів тому +18

    Better than cinema. getting the popcorn..

  • @CapnJackSB
    @CapnJackSB 20 днів тому

    Always a pleasure watching you work and Karen's video skills are amazing. My being an animal lover I also enjoy your times with Homeless and the birds.

  • @davidorr8645
    @davidorr8645 20 днів тому +1

    Man even your tack welds are works of art 🎨