Videos tagged with Mechanical Repair

This video showcases work being done at Dragonman's machine shop, focusing on the rebuilding of HD motors and transmissions manufactured between 1936 and 1999. The description emphasizes the shop's busy nature and the influx of new jobs, inviting potential clients to inquire about specialized machine work and rebuilding services for these specific types of motors and transmissions.

This YouTube video addresses a problem with a Smith & Wesson Model 1000 shotgun. The creator diagnoses and fixes the issue, discovering that a previous "gunsmith" had incorrectly assembled the firearm. The video focuses on the repair process and identifying the source of the malfunction.

This video appears to document a challenging but ultimately successful attempt to get a firearm operational. The title "It Runs Now But Man Was It A Struggle To Get Over The Hump" strongly suggests a gunsmithing or repair process where initial difficulties were overcome. While specific firearm models or calibers aren't mentioned, the context implies hands-on work with a weapon, likely involving troubleshooting, adjustments, or modifications to achieve functionality. The "struggle" element points towards a narrative of problem-solving and perseverance in firearm maintenance or restoration.

This video focuses on the process of rebuilding motors and transmissions, emphasizing a business that has been operating for 58 years. The content demonstrates how to properly pack and ship motors for rebuilding or machine work, catering to customers who require these services.

This video focuses on diagnosing and repairing timing issues common in revolvers. It provides practical, hands-on guidance for gunsmithing and maintenance, essential for revolver owners looking to ensure their firearms function correctly. The content appears to be viewer-supported, emphasizing independent creation.

This video takes viewers into a machine shop where "Dragonman" will be performing various motor and machine work. While the description emphasizes general shop activities and an offer for custom work with pricing and availability consultation, the title and the name "Dragonman" (often associated with firearms in online communities) hint at potential firearm-related content, even if not explicitly stated. The creator encourages viewers to follow along and offers a way to purchase shop merchandise. The focus is on the process and the services offered.

This YouTube video offers a glimpse into the busy operations at Dragonman's Machine Shop in Colorado Springs. The owner showcases a few current projects, highlighting the services offered by the shop. They emphasize customer communication for repair work and provide specific shipping instructions based on the size of the item being sent in. The video also promotes the shop's merchandise with a link to their online store.

This video addresses a specific issue with an Astra 400 firearm, where the transfer bar/disconnect feature was rendered inoperable due to welding. The content creators demonstrate the fabrication of a replacement part. They explicitly state this is not a tutorial and caution viewers against attempting the repair if they lack the necessary skills. The video also includes a Patreon link for support.

This YouTube video focuses on the meticulous rebuilding of Harley Davidson connecting rods. The creator emphasizes their 'old school' approach, detailing the process of replacing bushings and races, ensuring rod straightness, honing to HD specifications, and setting them up with Torrington bearings and new crank pins. While not a firearm-related video, it highlights a skilled mechanical process akin to gunsmithing, focusing on precision and adherence to manufacturer standards. The creator offers merchandise through a provided store link.

This video features Dragonman rebuilding the engine of his iconic "Dragon Bike." The rebuild, last performed in 1977, includes replacing valve guides, pistons, all bearings, and a rebuilt rod set. The description also details Dragonman's availability for machine work and rebuilds, noting a busy period with a military museum starting in April. He provides specific packing instructions for incoming jobs and states their rebuild service for standard parts and labor costs $1200 plus shipping, with a focus on transmissions and Harley motors from 1936 to 1999. Shop t-shirts are also advertised.

This video addresses a common frustration for firearm owners and gunsmiths: stripped screws. While the title doesn't specify a particular firearm or part, it directly tackles a practical problem encountered during maintenance, repair, or modifications. The focus is on finding solutions to a stripped screw issue, implying a guide or tutorial on how to deal with this mechanical hurdle without exacerbating the problem.

This video details the initial stages of preparing for a head gasket replacement on an OM617 diesel engine swapped into a Jeep Cherokee (XJ). The creator highlights past milestones and recent setbacks, specifically the head gasket leak. They discuss the use of ARP studs for improved clamping force and a new gasket set from AutoHausAZ, expressing hope to resolve the leak. A follow-up "how-to" video on the replacement process is promised. The description also includes a promotional segment for the creator's company, TA Targets, a referral code, and contact information for suggestions and questions.