💪Restoring heavy equipment requires patience, knowledge, and skill.
🔧The Bucyrus Erie 22b is a versatile machine, capable of various operations.
🛠️The undercarriage and controls play a crucial role in the functionality of the machine.
🔌The pony motor, used to start the engine, can sometimes be problematic.
🔥Cleaning and repairing the cylinder heads is a necessary step in the restoration process.
How long has the Bucyrus Erie 22b been sitting?
—The machine has been sitting since 1999, untouched and unused.
What is the weight of the Bucyrus Erie 22b?
—The crawler unit itself weighs approximately 22 tons.
What can the Bucyrus Erie 22b be used for?
—The machine is versatile and can be used for operations such as digging, hoisting, and dragging.
What challenges did Matt face during the restoration process?
—Some of the challenges Matt faced include freeing up controls, dealing with a stuck valve, and cleaning out the cylinder heads.
What is the significance of the pony motor?
—The pony motor is used to start the engine and can sometimes pose problems if not functioning properly.
00:19Matt introduces the Bucyrus Erie 22b and explains his passion for restoring heavy equipment.
01:14Matt discusses the condition of the machine and why he decided to take on the restoration project.
03:05Matt inspects the undercarriage and demonstrates the controls of the Bucyrus Erie 22b.
05:59Matt attempts to start the machine using the pony motor and encounters some challenges.
10:19Matt successfully gets the Bucyrus Erie 22b running and demonstrates its power.
15:50Matt discovers debris in the cylinder heads and decides to clean them for better performance.
17:00After cleaning and reassembling the cylinder heads, Matt starts the engine again successfully.
17:45Matt addresses some noise issues caused by the Bendix and continues testing the machine.
