@@hyperluminalreality1 he knows more than a lot of guys do! two stroke Diesel Mechanics are a dying breed, someones got to keep these engines alive and going!
Joe is at the very top of Detroit Diesel techs. You now know how a master mechanic works, and the quality job that a wizard turns out routinely. I'm from the same area of Oregon and I've crossed paths with Joe a few times.
It seems pretty obvious to me. Joe is impressed with what you do, keeping the old dinosaurs that are 2 stroke GM's alive, so he gifted you with some part, time and a whole world of knowledge. My hat is off to both Joe and Scott.
And you are paying it forward already by sharing Joe's knowledge through these videos. This is one of the best example of friends helping friends I've ever seen.
For those who don't know, Kilroy was a character that appeared roughly in WW II and was found on equipment and tents and buildings all over the European, Africa, Australia, and all over the Pacific theatre. It provided a little bit of humor to an otherwise ugly war. I've even seen it in Vietnam and I'm sure it was in the Korean War as well. First time I've seen it in the civilian world but given the age of the coach and the fact that BGM has learned from a Master Mechanic and will eventually pass this knowledge on to many mechanics in the future it's just fitting and I love it. Joe, Your one of a kind. Thank you!
During Vietnam, 'FTA' was what I saw. It was everywhere. Beached our landing craft one time and it was painted on the rudder. Inside valve covers, radars, radios, dumpsters, dishwashers; virtually everywhere.
Joe is a legend. It's rare when you come across one of those absolutely "gifted" mechanics that just have the knowledge and "the touch". They're a rare breed.
GM/Detroit Diesel literally built this country. Every interstate, National Park, Dam& reservoir projects, marine shipping, etc were all done overwhelmingly by DD . Yes, there were a few Cats & Cummins in the mix but nowhere near the extent of Screaming Jimmies. Merica! Man I love them! It was a sad day for me when Daimler Benz purchased them.
One could also day that EMD hauled most of the freight and passengers after WWII as well. Yes there were also Alcos, Baldwins and Fairbanks Morses (And later GE's), but nowhere near the extent of 567s and 645s. It was an equally sad day for me when EMD was sold to Caterpillar.
It’s nice to have a network of real people doing real things ! Way to many people are all about what you can do for them and it’s really fantastic that there are people like Joe and the others around to give some of there wisdom !
There is a silver lining to this. That's so awesome. Like watching you perform magic to get these busses back on the road. To watch Joe with the same enthusiasm is great. Everything was done seemingly effortlessness and grace. So good to see such good hearted giving people still exist. You deserve it Scott!!!!
G’day Scott what a terrific bloke there are not many like Joe around these days with the values he has, I really enjoyed watching the two of you work thanks for filming that he restores your faith in humanity. Kind regards John
Thank you Joe for your expertise and willingness to show and teach. Thank you Scott for not just hoarding this special technical mechanical information but videoing it and sharing it for all us to see.
I'd want to protect that art Joe left on the valve cover any way I could, possibly including running a different cover all together, and saving that one for show. What a stand up guy. Hope we may see more of him in the future.
Scott, you and Kelly were greatly blessed this week and last weekend. It's great to see people come together, and work together to help someone else. I'm sure that you woild have gotten Lenny running and got him home, but Joe and Scott and the random people at rest stop demonstrated what made America great. Great video, and like the vast majority of us who follow you, I can't wait for the next video to come out. Mr Rain dancer, please come down to Texas, traveling through the High Plains and into Dallas Fort Worth and we'll kill the fated calf, or most likely the rangy steer, barbecue some brisket and brew up some sweet tea. You'll never want to go back north.
Used to work on 4-71 and 6v71 engines in the USAF. (mainly in generator sets) I've never seen a governor rebuilt. Anything above a tune up and rack adjustment was depot level maint and was sent to another base. (we did do cylinder liner replacements). Enjoy your channel greatly. Diesels were fun to work on but my ex-wife used to meet me a the door saying "Just go right to the bathtub" She wouldn't get near me until I had a bath.....
There's nothing like having a more experienced person show you new tricks my whole life I've experienced something new all the time. Can't wait to hear you talk about how it drove to your next spot God bless Joe
You are correct Scott, this was a serendipitous experience! Your Funk & Wagnall's would define it as; "something good or fortunate that happens as a result of luck or chance. Like when you meet the person who becomes your spouse because your train is late that day, or Joe when Lenny is having a heart attack!
Man you found a great person and I'm sure you learned a lot. You'll have to get you some of those reamers and gauges. Take care and keep the videos coming I really enjoy your work.
Apart from anything else, your dropped valve made for great viewing - I can’t remember the last time I found videos this compelling. Absolutely wonderful stuff. Thank you all.
A real friend in Joe. Old Master teaching our younger crowd the basics. Things that would take decades to learn. Joe was fantastic, kind of a fella one would like to drink a beer with.
Scott, your positive attitude is as enjoyable to witness as your expertise. The wrap-up monologue to your dropped valve saga is inspirational. I have loved the sound of the GM 2-strokes since I was a kid, riding the Sacramento (Regional Transit) "fishbowls" with my grandfather in the 1970's. It has been so fun learning about them and hearing them again. Thank you for all you do to preserve this bit of history.
True mechanics are willing to share knowledge. Kinda like paying it forward. I imagine you had a few jaw dropping moments when Joe turned you on to new info. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Great Video!
After seeing Lennie on playa I now have the complete story to how "Joe was here" made it to your valve cover. Definitely worth the wait to see this video and the skill and knowledge Joe has. Your clients will truly benefit from your experience 👍
Great deal for you Scott. Guys like Joe are Miracle workers. It's not just their knowledge of how the engine runs and should be set up, it's all the little tweaks they know through years of trial, and experience that can really squeeze that little extra out . He knows what is not written but is between the lines in the manual. Now you are better for what he passed on to you. I worked in the Airline industry for 20 years as a mechanic, and there were guys like Joe, what they knew, you knew, they were free with their knowledge, they were highly respected. There were guys that had secrets, and you couldn't pry anything out of them, and nobody paid them any attention. Really good video.
What luck..... I was thinking the learning part was priceless in itself... There are good people out there... I hope to find some in my travels as you have..
It's not often one gets to learn from a master like Joe.. not to mention working alongside him hands on.... knowlege should be shared and the experience of a completed project is how lifelong friends are made..... yes it's sad to say dropping a valve was a really good thing but i believe in this case it truely was.
New to channel and I have to say that the videos with the bent valve on Lenny are some of the best! Scott is humble enough to learn from an expert and admit it... a true professional. If you are ever near Epping, NH and need help, feel free to give a yell! Doug
👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾You met three or more wonderful angels on this trip I shed a little tears because humanity was at it finest in this little internet and part of the web television. Love it.
It’s all about karma, you are a honest stand up guy , you will get the same in return. He is old school , just like us old school truckers , you don’t take advantage of someone who needs help , because one day it’s going to be you stuck somewhere and need help
Hi scott, thank you for letting us look over your shoulders on this one, Joe is obviously on top of his game, a master of the craft ,and a true friend . We all learned something from this, hope she runs good now without troubles for a while. Best whish's to you and your's, and Joe . From an old mechanic in the uk . Stuart.
I love that you turned this into a Positive experience ... That machine shop REALLY did some shoddy work.. But. You caught it right away and minimized the damage.. And you got to meet and work with Joe.. It's a good Mech.. that respects and has Humility .. And now Lenny can do what it does best.. Take you to further adventures Well Done Scott..
I've been following you now for a little while and have been surprised by your knowledge because I am a mechanic automotive, not diesel and I thought as I still do for someone self-taught your doing great and I am pleased you met joe not only to get you out of a jam but to increase your knowledge so you can go on helping bus owners even more and if you run in to a problem I'm sure Joe is a phone call away with sound advice, Keep up the good work !
It's so awesome watching Joe work his magic, Lenny sounds better than ever now. I hope you picked Joe's brain about the turbo mods while he was there, I bet he could tell you some stories.
You forgot one important step right at the end. Put a VW logo over the GM one so it passes emissions testing. Well done, and nice to see a real mechanic at work. Wish i could get them to purr like that.
Your videos are so valuable in helping me familiar with the Detroits . There is nothing like knowing a piece of machinery to the point that you feel that anything it throws at you , you got it .
Man , Scott what a difference in the sound of the engine, she’s really clicking, get that turbo on and she will click and whistle, I love the way a well tuned diesel runs, good deal, thanks for letting us watch and thank you Joe. There is always a little more to learn.
"Joe was in the governor," said Scott. Joe WAS the Governor! I could tell when your bus started it was not the same engine as before. It sounds way more powerful. Wishing you and Ms. Kelly the best in your grand adventure. Happy Trails!
I really am out of place here, as many of the comments are obviously from diesel engine users or mechanics, but I have to admit that if you judge by sound alone - when he revved up that engine it sounded awesome! It seems so odd that tinkering around with a screwdriver and pliers, and making small adjustments, could change the sound of that monster engine. This was fun to watch! 👍😊
Scott sometimes things are a godsend! ya learned some new tricks from an old hand on 2 strokes, that in itself is worth it cause there are not many of those who know them are left! glad it worked out for you!
Hi Scott wow joe really has a wealth of knowledge it's so nice to watch two masters at work I bet the work you two have carried out will make Lenny nicer to drive he sure sounds sweeter let's hope it all goes well from now on All the best Derrick
So happy to hear that you've got everything working again. So very nice to have those two guys come all the way from Eugene to help you out. Truly good people. Safe travels!
My buddy grew up working on those engines he said if you put injectors from a 871 put them in a 892 and change I think governor spring some spring he told me. he said when you hammer the throttle the wheels will break loose. He also said that if you make the air holes bigger in the liners they will be loud and smoke like hell but he said you actually will loose torque. They tried all kind of crazy shit with those engines. He has a 8V92 Silver 92 right now I want him to rebuild but he doesn't have the time too busy working on semi trucks.
its amazing that you found this master level builder that gives a crap about him quality of work and got to share it with the world !!! thanks soo much !!!
That engine sounds like a million bucks. I have a lot of respect for someone who really understands what they are doing. Not every mechanic is so in tune with the motors.
The world needs more Joe's. We had a retired John Deere mechanic come out and do injection pump work on our combine during harvest. It would nice if they would let us pay them though.
Glad you got the Bus up and running better than before, it sounds awesome, safe travels, enjoy burning man, and please come to Northern Michigan....we need the rain😂
