Repairing a Broken Ripper Shank on a D11 Dozer

🔧Repairing a broken ripper shank on a D11 dozer requires cutting and welding a new tip onto the shank.

🔩The process involves standing the ripper tine upright for better alignment and using a turnbuckle for precise positioning.

🔥Pre-heating the ripper shank is crucial to prevent rapid cooling and potential stress fractures or cracks.

🛠️Choosing a suitable filler material and keeping track of the heat throughout the welding process is essential to ensure a strong weld joint.

🏗️Wrapping the ripper in blankets after welding allows for even cooling and reduces the risk of damage during the cooling process.

What is the purpose of a ripper shank?

—A ripper shank is used to rip up hard ground, making it easier to dig through with other heavy equipment.

Why does the ripper shank break?

—The ripper shank can break due to the immense force exerted by the dozer, especially when dealing with extremely hard rock.

Why is blasting not an option for this particular job?

—Blasting is not possible in this situation due to the proximity of housing and other infrastructure.

What materials are used for repairing the ripper shank?

—A quench tempered high tensile plate, such as 100 mil biz 80 grade plate, is suitable for repairing the ripper shank.

What process is involved in aligning the new minor tip to the ripper shank?

—A turnbuckle is used to adjust the alignment of the new minor tip to ensure a precise fit.

00:00Introduction to repairing a broken ripper shank on a D11 dozer.

01:08Explanation of the common cause of ripper shank failures due to the immense force exerted by the dozer.

12:31Demonstration of the setup process for welding a new tip onto the ripper shank, including alignment and turnbuckle usage.

22:56Need for post-heating and even cooling of the ripper shank to prevent stress fractures or cracks.

36:06Importance of selecting suitable filler material and monitoring heat throughout the welding process.

37:23Process of shaping the new tip and marking out holes for the ripper boot.

38:07Additional footage of the welding process and the final result of the repaired ripper shank.

37:45A humorous moment during the filming of the video.