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EXPERIENCE THE POWER THAT SHAPED THE EARTH

CHECK OUT OUR CENTURY OF CATERPILLAR EVENT
SEPT 12-14, 2025!

OPEN TUESDAY-SATURDAY 9AM-4PM

EARTHMOVING LEGACY CENTER

ELKADER, IOWA

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Why an
Earthmoving Legacy Center?

OUR EARTHMOVING LEGACY

We are excited to showcase our unique collection of antique equipment while also sharing the stories behind each piece.

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Caterpillar 666 Update: Can We Finish Before the September Deadline?

06:21

Restoring a 1933 Diesel 70 Rebuild & Restoration

00:34

Custom Crankshaft & Cut-Off Bolts: Diesel 70 Gets Complicated 🔩

01:32

Diesel 70 Rebuild: Why It’s Taken Over 2 Years ⏳

01:26

Diesel 70 Rebuild: Inside the Machined Block 🔧

00:39

Diesel 70 Rebuild: The Engine’s Return!

00:33

Rebuilding an Iron Giant’s Heart | Legendary Mechanic at Work 🔧 #Shorts

00:33

Caterpillar Diesel 70 Resurrection Continues | Custom Engine Work (Ep. 2)

09:57

✅ Floorboards? Done.
✅ Seat and fenders? Done.
✅ Fan shroud and radiator? Also done.

After 2.5 years of hunting, fabricating, and restoring parts, this 1933 Diesel 70 is finally looking like a tractor again! 💪 Now we’re down to the engine compartment, and the finish line’s finally in sight.

📺 Full video is on our YouTube channel—link’s in the bio!

#Diesel70 #RestorationUpdate #AntiqueTractor #VintageDiesel #OldIron #HeavyEquipment #Caterpillar #TractorRestoration #WrenchTime #MuseumMachines

✅ Floorboards? Done.
✅ Seat and fenders? Done.
✅ Fan shroud and radiator? Also done.

After 2.5 years of hunting, fabricating, and restoring parts, this 1933 Diesel 70 is finally looking like a tractor again! 💪 Now we’re down to the engine compartment, and the finish line’s finally in sight.

📺 Full video is on our YouTube channel—link’s in the bio!

#Diesel70 #RestorationUpdate #AntiqueTractor #VintageDiesel #OldIron #HeavyEquipment #Caterpillar #TractorRestoration #WrenchTime #MuseumMachines

⚙️ No crankshaft? No problem. Just custom-make one and wait 3.5 months 😅 That’s exactly what Craig and the crew did on this Diesel 70. From flywheel balancing to replacing over-torqued main bearing bolts, this rebuild has been full of surprises.

We had to cut the original bolts out, make new ones, and even torch out some old rings to finish the job 🔥
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This is what it takes to bring a 1930s workhorse back to life 💪
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📺 Full video is on our YouTube channel—link’s in the bio!

#Diesel70 #CustomCrankshaft #AntiqueTractor #RestorationLife #VintageDiesel #OldIron #HeavyEquipment #EngineRebuild #MuseumMachines #WrenchTime

⚙️ No crankshaft? No problem. Just custom-make one and wait 3.5 months 😅 That’s exactly what Craig and the crew did on this Diesel 70. From flywheel balancing to replacing over-torqued main bearing bolts, this rebuild has been full of surprises.

We had to cut the original bolts out, make new ones, and even torch out some old rings to finish the job 🔥
⠀
This is what it takes to bring a 1930s workhorse back to life 💪
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📺 Full video is on our YouTube channel—link’s in the bio!

#Diesel70 #CustomCrankshaft #AntiqueTractor #RestorationLife #VintageDiesel #OldIron #HeavyEquipment #EngineRebuild #MuseumMachines #WrenchTime

⏳ What’s taken the longest in this Diesel 70 rebuild? Craig says it’s all the custom-made parts—like a crankshaft that took 3.5 months—and tracking down anything usable for a 9900… which basically doesn’t exist 😅

This was a basket-case engine, and everything had to be restored or fabricated. But in 2–3 months, this beast should be running under its own power! 💪

Then it’s back into the museum alongside the rest of the crew 🚜

📺 Full video is on our YouTube channel—link’s in the bio!

#Diesel70 #RestorationJourney #AntiqueTractor #VintageDiesel #HeavyEquipment #Caterpillar #OldIron #Crankshaft #MuseumMachines #WrenchTime

⏳ What’s taken the longest in this Diesel 70 rebuild? Craig says it’s all the custom-made parts—like a crankshaft that took 3.5 months—and tracking down anything usable for a 9900… which basically doesn’t exist 😅

This was a basket-case engine, and everything had to be restored or fabricated. But in 2–3 months, this beast should be running under its own power! 💪

Then it’s back into the museum alongside the rest of the crew 🚜

📺 Full video is on our YouTube channel—link’s in the bio!

#Diesel70 #RestorationJourney #AntiqueTractor #VintageDiesel #HeavyEquipment #Caterpillar #OldIron #Crankshaft #MuseumMachines #WrenchTime

🛠️ Big progress on the Diesel 70 rebuild! Craig walks us through the freshly machined block—new head studs, decked surface, fresh sleeves, line bore, and a look at the main bearing setup. Every part is getting the attention it deserves 🔩

This beast is one step closer to roaring back to life 💥
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📍 Filmed right here at the museum
🕰️ Vintage power, modern precision
👇 Drop a comment if you’ve ever rebuilt something this size!

Check out full restoration updates on our YouTube channel (link in bio)

#Diesel70 #EngineRebuild #AntiqueTractor #RestorationLife #Caterpillar #HeavyEquipment #MachineWork #Gearhead #DieselPower #OldIron

🛠️ Big progress on the Diesel 70 rebuild! Craig walks us through the freshly machined block—new head studs, decked surface, fresh sleeves, line bore, and a look at the main bearing setup. Every part is getting the attention it deserves 🔩

This beast is one step closer to roaring back to life 💥
⠀
📍 Filmed right here at the museum
🕰️ Vintage power, modern precision
👇 Drop a comment if you’ve ever rebuilt something this size!

Check out full restoration updates on our YouTube channel (link in bio)

#Diesel70 #EngineRebuild #AntiqueTractor #RestorationLife #Caterpillar #HeavyEquipment #MachineWork #Gearhead #DieselPower #OldIron

🗓️🔥 NEW EVENT ALERT 🔥🗓️

🥞 Start your Century of Caterpillar Sunday with Pancakes & a Good Cause!

Before you hit the grounds for the last day at our Century of Caterpillar event in September, swing by the Elkader Fire Station, Sept 14th for a Pancake Breakfast that fuels more than just your belly!

⏰ 7:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Elkader FIre Station - 921 Humphrey Street, Elkader
💵 FREE WILL DONATION
📦 Carryout & in-town delivery available

They’ll be serving up stacks of pancakes, eggs, sausage, O.J., coffee, and milk — all to help raise money for new fire equipment. 💪 🚒

Let’s rally behind the volunteers who always answer the call. Eat big. Give generously. Then get back to the action at Century of Caterpillar!

#PancakeBreakfast #ElkaderFireDepartment #CenturyOfCaterpillar #CommunitySupport #FuelUpForTheShow

🗓️🔥 NEW EVENT ALERT 🔥🗓️

🥞 Start your Century of Caterpillar Sunday with Pancakes & a Good Cause!

Before you hit the grounds for the last day at our Century of Caterpillar event in September, swing by the Elkader Fire Station, Sept 14th for a Pancake Breakfast that fuels more than just your belly!

⏰ 7:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Elkader FIre Station - 921 Humphrey Street, Elkader
💵 FREE WILL DONATION
📦 Carryout & in-town delivery available

They’ll be serving up stacks of pancakes, eggs, sausage, O.J., coffee, and milk — all to help raise money for new fire equipment. 💪 🚒

Let’s rally behind the volunteers who always answer the call. Eat big. Give generously. Then get back to the action at Century of Caterpillar!

#PancakeBreakfast #ElkaderFireDepartment #CenturyOfCaterpillar #CommunitySupport #FuelUpForTheShow

After 2.5 long years, the heart of our Diesel 70 is finally back! Watch as we unload the freshly rebuilt engine and get one step closer to bringing this classic beast back to life. The countdown to startup begins now!

🔧 Follow the full restoration on our YouTube channel (link in bio)

📍 Filmed at our antique Caterpillar museum in Elkader, Iowa
🟡 Experience the Power that has Shaped the Earth.

After 2.5 long years, the heart of our Diesel 70 is finally back! Watch as we unload the freshly rebuilt engine and get one step closer to bringing this classic beast back to life. The countdown to startup begins now!

🔧 Follow the full restoration on our YouTube channel (link in bio)

📍 Filmed at our antique Caterpillar museum in Elkader, Iowa
🟡 Experience the Power that has Shaped the Earth.

We had a visit this weekend from the Classic Tractors of NE Iowa—a rolling tribute to America’s farming heritage! 🚜🇺🇸

This dedicated group of antique tractor enthusiasts hits the road rain or shine, touring museums, restaurants, and schools to keep the history of agriculture alive. Their lineup included beautifully restored—and lovingly preserved—machines from John Deere, Minneapolis Moline, Case, Farmall, Allis-Chalmers, International Harvester, and Oliver.

Each tractor tells a story—not just of the machine, but of the farmer who ran it, the fields it worked, and the memories it’s carried across generations. And this weekend, they added another chapter right here at the museum.

Thanks for stopping in and sharing the legacy with us!

📸 Check out some highlights from their visit below ⬇
#TractorTour #ClassicTractors #FarmingHeritage #AntiqueTractors #MuseumMoments

We had a visit this weekend from the Classic Tractors of NE Iowa—a rolling tribute to America’s farming heritage! 🚜🇺🇸

This dedicated group of antique tractor enthusiasts hits the road rain or shine, touring museums, restaurants, and schools to keep the history of agriculture alive. Their lineup included beautifully restored—and lovingly preserved—machines from John Deere, Minneapolis Moline, Case, Farmall, Allis-Chalmers, International Harvester, and Oliver.

Each tractor tells a story—not just of the machine, but of the farmer who ran it, the fields it worked, and the memories it’s carried across generations. And this weekend, they added another chapter right here at the museum.

Thanks for stopping in and sharing the legacy with us!

📸 Check out some highlights from their visit below ⬇
#TractorTour #ClassicTractors #FarmingHeritage #AntiqueTractors #MuseumMoments

🎉 We’re honored to be recognized! 🎉

Executive Director Ross Kurth represented the Earthmoving Legacy Center at the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newest additions to the Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area.

Our museum is now one of 118 sites preserving America’s agricultural story — and we’re proud to showcase the role earthmoving machinery played in shaping that legacy.

#SilosAndSmokestacks #EarthmovingLegacy #RossKurth #AgriculturalHeritage #CaterpillarHistory #TractorMuseum #HeavyEquipment #ElkaderIA

🎉 We’re honored to be recognized! 🎉

Executive Director Ross Kurth represented the Earthmoving Legacy Center at the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newest additions to the Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area.

Our museum is now one of 118 sites preserving America’s agricultural story — and we’re proud to showcase the role earthmoving machinery played in shaping that legacy.

#SilosAndSmokestacks #EarthmovingLegacy #RossKurth #AgriculturalHeritage #CaterpillarHistory #TractorMuseum #HeavyEquipment #ElkaderIA

🔧 Diesel 70 Update! (Ep. 2) 🔧
One of the rarest Caterpillars ever made is inching closer to its first breath in decades.
Custom crankshafts, rebabbitted bearings, new injector cages—Craig walks us through the guts of the rebuild.
Fewer than 10 of these are known to exist!

📺 Watch Episode 2 on our YouTube channel — link in bio
🛠️ Don’t forget to subscribe while you’re there!

#Diesel70 #CaterpillarRestoration #VintageMachinery #AntiqueTractor #RareIron #9900Engine #HeavyEquipmentHistory

🔧 Diesel 70 Update! (Ep. 2) 🔧
One of the rarest Caterpillars ever made is inching closer to its first breath in decades.
Custom crankshafts, rebabbitted bearings, new injector cages—Craig walks us through the guts of the rebuild.
Fewer than 10 of these are known to exist!

📺 Watch Episode 2 on our YouTube channel — link in bio
🛠️ Don’t forget to subscribe while you’re there!

#Diesel70 #CaterpillarRestoration #VintageMachinery #AntiqueTractor #RareIron #9900Engine #HeavyEquipmentHistory

🔧 Diesel 70 Update! (Ep. 2) 🔧

One of the rarest Caterpillars ever made is inching closer to its first breath in decades.

Custom crankshafts, rebabbitted bearings, new injector cages—Craig walks us through the guts of the rebuild.

Fewer than 10 of these are known to exist!

📺 Watch Episode 2 on our YouTube channel — link in bio
🛠️ Don’t forget to subscribe while you’re there!

#Diesel70 #CaterpillarRestoration #VintageMachinery #AntiqueTractor #RareIron #9900Engine #HeavyEquipmentHistory

🔧 Diesel 70 Update! (Ep. 2) 🔧

One of the rarest Caterpillars ever made is inching closer to its first breath in decades.

Custom crankshafts, rebabbitted bearings, new injector cages—Craig walks us through the guts of the rebuild.

Fewer than 10 of these are known to exist!

📺 Watch Episode 2 on our YouTube channel — link in bio
🛠️ Don’t forget to subscribe while you’re there!

#Diesel70 #CaterpillarRestoration #VintageMachinery #AntiqueTractor #RareIron #9900Engine #HeavyEquipmentHistory

🟡 Want to be part of something BIG? 🟡

We’re looking for volunteers to help bring the Century of Caterpillar event to life this September! Whether you’re a history buff, machinery fan, or just love being part of a great community event—this is your chance to get involved.

✅ Free volunteer T-shirt
✅ Meet fellow Cat fans from around the world
✅ Help us celebrate 100 years of earthmoving innovation!

Sign up here 👉 https://www.thecenturyofcaterpillar.com/volunteer

Let’s make history together—one track at a time! 🚜💛

🟡 Want to be part of something BIG? 🟡

We’re looking for volunteers to help bring the Century of Caterpillar event to life this September! Whether you’re a history buff, machinery fan, or just love being part of a great community event—this is your chance to get involved.

✅ Free volunteer T-shirt
✅ Meet fellow Cat fans from around the world
✅ Help us celebrate 100 years of earthmoving innovation!

Sign up here 👉 https://www.thecenturyofcaterpillar.com/volunteer

Let’s make history together—one track at a time! 🚜�💛

🇺🇸 Open July 4th & 5th – Celebrate with the Machines That Built America! 🛠️

This Independence Day, take a step back in time and stand beside the iron giants that helped shape our country.

From building roads and railways to carving out the foundations of modern America, these machines moved mountains—literally. 💪

We’ll be open July 4th & 5th from 9am to 4pm, so bring the family, bring your curiosity, and come experience the power that has helped build our independence—one earth-shaking revolution at a time.

📍 Elkader, IA
🕘 9am–4pm both days
🎆 No fireworks, but plenty of sparks (of imagination)!

#4thOfJulyWeekend #MachinesThatBuiltAmerica #AntiqueCaterpillar #EarthmovingHistory #ExperienceThePower

🇺🇸 Open July 4th & 5th – Celebrate with the Machines That Built America! 🛠️

This Independence Day, take a step back in time and stand beside the iron giants that helped shape our country.

From building roads and railways to carving out the foundations of modern America, these machines moved mountains—literally. 💪

We’ll be open July 4th & 5th from 9am to 4pm, so bring the family, bring your curiosity, and come experience the power that has helped build our independence—one earth-shaking revolution at a time.

📍 Elkader, IA
🕘 9am–4pm both days
🎆 No fireworks, but plenty of sparks (of imagination)!

#4thOfJulyWeekend #MachinesThatBuiltAmerica #AntiqueCaterpillar #EarthmovingHistory #ExperienceThePower

🎥📺 We had some exciting visitors at the Legacy Center this week!

@kcrgtv9 stopped by to film a segment for their Our Town series—coming soon to a screen near you! Elkader will be one of the featured towns, and we’re honored they chose to spotlight the Legacy Center as part of the story. 🙌

Reporter @jackie_kcrg sat down with @cjmoyna President Justin Augustyn to learn more about the vision behind the Center, and Executive Director Ross Kurth gave her the grand tour.

We don’t have an air date just yet, but keep an eye out in the next month or two—it’s going to be a great chance to see Elkader shine! 🌟

We’re proud to be located in a town as special as Elkader, and grateful to KCRG for helping share its story. 💛

#LegacyCenter #ElkaderIA #OurTown #KCRG #SmallTownBigStory #Gratitude #CJMoyna

🎥📺 We had some exciting visitors at the Legacy Center this week!

@kcrgtv9 stopped by to film a segment for their Our Town series—coming soon to a screen near you! Elkader will be one of the featured towns, and we’re honored they chose to spotlight the Legacy Center as part of the story. 🙌

Reporter @jackie_kcrg sat down with @cjmoyna President Justin Augustyn to learn more about the vision behind the Center, and Executive Director Ross Kurth gave her the grand tour.

We don’t have an air date just yet, but keep an eye out in the next month or two—it’s going to be a great chance to see Elkader shine! 🌟

We’re proud to be located in a town as special as Elkader, and grateful to KCRG for helping share its story. 💛

#LegacyCenter #ElkaderIA #OurTown #KCRG #SmallTownBigStory #Gratitude #CJMoyna

🎉 BIG NEWS — Our Gift Shop is NOW OPEN! 🎉
Online and in-person at the Earth Moving Legacy Center 🛒💥

WIth a variety of diecast earthmoving machinery, we’ve got the perfect gifts for gearheads, machine lovers, history buffs, and tractor kids of all ages.

📍 Swing by the museum in Elkader, Iowa
💻 Or shop anytime online → https://earthmoving-legacy-center.square.site

Every purchase supports the preservation of the machines that shaped the Earth!

🛠️ Tag a friend who needs some new CAT gear!
#EarthMovingLegacyCenter #GiftShopNowOpen #TractorGear #HeavyEquipmentMerch #DiecastDozers #AntiqueTractors #CATMerch #MuseumGiftShop

🎉 BIG NEWS — Our Gift Shop is NOW OPEN! 🎉
Online and in-person at the Earth Moving Legacy Center 🛒💥

WIth a variety of diecast earthmoving machinery, we�’ve got the perfect gifts for gearheads, machine lovers, history buffs, and tractor kids of all ages.

📍 Swing by the museum in Elkader, Iowa
💻 Or shop anytime online → https://earthmoving-legacy-center.square.site

Every purchase supports the preservation of the machines that shaped the Earth!

🛠️ Tag a friend who needs some new CAT gear!
#EarthMovingLegacyCenter #GiftShopNowOpen #TractorGear #HeavyEquipmentMerch #DiecastDozers #AntiqueTractors #CATMerch #MuseumGiftShop

📣 Open Both Saturday & Sunday This Father’s Day Weekend!

Looking for a unique way to celebrate Dad? 🚜 Bring him out to the Earth Moving Legacy Center for a weekend of big iron, bold history, and unforgettable memories!

🕘 We’re open Saturday & Sunday from 9am–3pm
📅 Father’s Day Weekend (June 15–16)

From vintage Caterpillar crawlers to legendary log haulers, there’s something here for every gearhead, grandpa, and curious kid. Make it a Father’s Day to remember!

💛 Bonus: Kids love it. Dads really love it.

👉 Tag your crew and plan your visit!

#FathersDayWeekend #EarthMovingLegacy #AntiqueTractors #FamilyFun #HistoryInMotion #CaterpillarHeritage #ExperienceThePower

📣 Open Both Saturday & Sunday This Father’s Day Weekend!

Looking for a unique way to celebrate Dad? 🚜 Bring him out to the Earth Moving Legacy Center for a weekend of big iron, bold history, and unforgettable memories!

🕘 We’re open Saturday & Sunday from 9am–3pm
📅 Father’s Day Weekend (June 15–16)

From vintage Caterpillar crawlers to legendary log haulers, there’s something here for every gearhead, grandpa, and curious kid. Make it a Father’s Day to remember!

💛 Bonus: Kids love it. Dads really love it.

👉 Tag your crew and plan your visit!

#FathersDayWeekend #EarthMovingLegacy #AntiqueTractors #FamilyFun #HistoryInMotion #CaterpillarHeritage #ExperienceThePower

📸 Fresh Paint, Classic Power 💛

The rear engine from our Caterpillar 666 motor scraper just got its first coat of that unmistakable Cat yellow! 🎨💥 It’s not quite done—there are still a few finishing touches to go—but we couldn’t resist sharing a peek while it’s hanging proudly in our new paint bay.

This is the kind of progress that gets us excited. Bit by bit, the beast is coming back to life!

👀 Stay tuned as we bring this machine back from the brink and ready it for the September show. You won’t want to miss the next phase…

#Caterpillar666 #RestorationInProgress #CatYellow #HeavyEquipment #EarthmovingHistory #MuseumRestoration #PaintBayPreview #ExperienceThePower

📸 Fresh Paint, Classic Power 💛

The rear engine from our Caterpillar 666 motor scraper just got its first coat of that unmistakable Cat yellow! 🎨💥 It’s not quite done—there are still a few finishing touches to go—but we couldn’t resist sharing a peek while it’s hanging proudly in our new paint bay.

This is the kind of progress that gets us excited. Bit by bit, the beast is coming back to life!

👀 Stay tuned as we bring this machine back from the brink and ready it for the September show. You won’t want to miss the next phase…

#Caterpillar666 #RestorationInProgress #CatYellow #HeavyEquipment #EarthmovingHistory #MuseumRestoration #PaintBayPreview #ExperienceThePower

Two and a half years! That’s how long this CAT 70 has been waiting for a second chance at life.

With fewer than 60 ever built, and only a couple dozen known to exist today, this rare machine has been undergoing the mechanical equivalent of open-heart surgery—complete with a newly machined block and crankshaft. After years apart, its heart is finally back in the garage again.

The engine sits in front of the body of the 70 with surgeon’s tools prepped for reassembly. Restoration mechanic, Craig Stodola, double-checks every detail as he goes through the tedious process of reassembly. Steady hands backed by a dedicated crew who’ve been part of this long journey since day one.

Soon, the CAT 70 will take its place among the earliest Diesel machines in our museum’s collection—fully restored and running.

🎥 A full video of this extraordinary process is coming soon to our YouTube channel. Subscribe here to follow the story: https://www.youtube.com/@EarthmovingLegacyCenter

Experience the Power that has Shaped the Earth.

#Caterpillar70 #CATRestoration #EarthmovingLegacy #RareMachines #DieselHistory #YouTubeComingSoon #HeavyEquipmentHeritage

Two and a half years! That’s how long this CAT 70 has been waiting for a second chance at life.

With fewer than 60 ever built, and only a couple dozen known to exist today, this rare machine has been undergoing the mechanical equivalent of open-heart surgery—complete with a newly machined block and crankshaft. After years apart, its heart is finally back in the garage again.

The engine sits in front of the body of the 70 with surgeon’s tools prepped for reassembly. Restoration mechanic, Craig Stodola, double-checks every detail as he goes through the tedious process of reassembly. Steady hands backed by a dedicated crew who’ve been part of this long journey since day one.

Soon, the CAT 70 will take its place among the earliest Diesel machines in our museum’s collection—fully restored and running.

🎥 A full video of this extraordinary process is coming soon to our YouTube channel. Subscribe here to follow the story: https://www.youtube.com/@EarthmovingLegacyCenter

Experience the Power that has Shaped the Earth.

#Caterpillar70 #CATRestoration #EarthmovingLegacy #RareMachines #DieselHistory #YouTubeComingSoon #HeavyEquipmentHeritage

Why We Took On the Ice Bucket Challenge: A Message from Leadership

“Our people are everything to us.” 💬💛
When asked why we took on the #IceBucketChallenge, it came down to one thing: supporting mental health awareness in the trades.

From years of personal conversations to leadership experience in the industry, we’ve seen the need for open dialogue—and this challenge is one way we hope to get it started.

#SpeakYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #LeadershipInConstruction #ConstructionLife #CAT980 #CaterpillarChallenge #EarthmovingLegacy #MentalHealthInTrades #IceBucketChallenge #SupportYourCrew

Why We Took On the Ice Bucket Challenge: A Message from Leadership

“Our people are everything to us.” 💬💛
When asked why we took on the #IceBucketChallenge, it came down to one thing: supporting mental health awareness in the trades.

From years of personal conversations to leadership experience in the industry, we’ve seen the need for open dialogue—and this challenge is one way we hope to get it started.

#SpeakYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #LeadershipInConstruction #ConstructionLife #CAT980 #CaterpillarChallenge #EarthmovingLegacy #MentalHealthInTrades #IceBucketChallenge #SupportYourCrew

Everything was ready:
✅ Safety protocols
💧 300 gallons of ice water
🚜 One CAT 980

This is how we pulled off the Ice Bucket Challenge—earthmoving style.
With heart, horsepower, and safety at the center of it all. 💛💧

Mental health in the trades deserves attention—and we’re here for it.

#SpeakYourMind #IceBucketChallenge #MentalHealthAwareness #ConstructionLife #CAT980 #HeavyEquipment #CaterpillarChallenge #SafetyFirst #EarthmovingLegacy #MentalHealthInTrades

Everything was ready:
✅ Safety protocols
💧 300 gallons of ice water
🚜 One CAT 980

This is how we pulled off the Ice Bucket Challenge—earthmoving style.
With heart, horsepower, and safety at the center of it all. 💛💧

Mental health in the trades deserves attention—and we’re here for it.

#SpeakYourMind #IceBucketChallenge #MentalHealthAwareness #ConstructionLife #CAT980 #HeavyEquipment #CaterpillarChallenge #SafetyFirst #EarthmovingLegacy #MentalHealthInTrades

300 Gallons of Water: Safety-First Science Experiment!

How do you drop 300 gallons of water from a CAT 980 without turning it into a disaster?

📐 You calculate everything.
💧 The arc.
⏱️ The fall speed.
🎯 The splash zone.

Before the big test, Safety Director Melissa Wilker used good old-fashioned ladder work and a whole lot of planning to make sure it was bold and safe.

#IceBucketChallenge #SpeakYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #CAT980 #ConstructionLife #HeavyEquipment #CaterpillarChallenge #JobsiteSafety #EarthmovingLegacy #SafetyPlanning

300 Gallons of Water: Safety-First Science Experiment!

How do you drop 300 gallons of water from a CAT 980 without turning it into a disaster?

📐 You calculate everything.
💧 The arc.
⏱️ The fall speed.
🎯 The splash zone.

Before the big test, Safety Director Melissa Wilker used good old-fashioned ladder work and a whole lot of planning to make sure it was bold and safe.

#IceBucketChallenge #SpeakYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #CAT980 #ConstructionLife #HeavyEquipment #CaterpillarChallenge #JobsiteSafety #EarthmovingLegacy #SafetyPlanning

Water Bucket Challenge: Mastering the Arc with Cat 980!
Spoiler: Dumping 300 gallons of water isn’t as simple as lifting a bucket.
Before the big moment, our Safety Director Melissa Wilker turned the wash bay into a test zone to figure out the exact arc and pressure of the pour. 💧📐
Because the only thing more powerful than heavy equipment… is planning ahead.
#IceBucketChallenge #SpeakYourMind #ConstructionLife #MentalHealthAwareness #CAT980 #CaterpillarChallenge #HeavyEquipment #EarthmovingLegacy #SafetyFirst #MentalHealthInTrades #JobsiteSafety

Water Bucket Challenge: Mastering the Arc with Cat 980!
Spoiler: Dumping 300 gallons of water isn’t as simple as lifting a bucket.
Before the big moment, our Safety Director Melissa Wilker turned the wash bay into a test zone to figure out the exact arc and pressure of the pour. 💧📐
Because the only thing more powerful than heavy equipment… is planning ahead.
#IceBucketChallenge #SpeakYourMind #ConstructionLife #MentalHealthAwareness #CAT980 #CaterpillarChallenge #HeavyEquipment #EarthmovingLegacy #SafetyFirst #MentalHealthInTrades #JobsiteSafety

We don’t do small. 💧
When our team was nominated for the #IceBucketChallenge, we swapped the 5-gallon bucket for a CAT 980 and 300 gallons of ice water. 🥶
But first—Safety Director Melissa Wilker made sure this wasn’t just bold… it was safe. Because raising awareness for mental health in the trades means showing up smart and strong. 💪🧠

Full behind-the-scenes video now live on YouTube! 🎥

#SpeakYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #ConstructionLife #CAT980 #HeavyEquipment #EarthmovingLegacy #CaterpillarChallenge #IceBucketChallenge #JobsiteSafety #SafetyFirst #MentalHealthInTrades

We don’t do small. 💧
When our team was nominated for the #IceBucketChallenge, we swapped the 5-gallon bucket for a CAT 980 and 300 gallons of ice water. 🥶
But first—Safety Director Melissa Wilker made sure this wasn’t just bold… it was safe. Because raising awareness for mental health in the trades means showing up smart and strong. 💪🧠

Full behind-the-scenes video now live on YouTube! 🎥

#SpeakYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #ConstructionLife #CAT980 #HeavyEquipment #EarthmovingLegacy #CaterpillarChallenge #IceBucketChallenge #JobsiteSafety #SafetyFirst #MentalHealthInTrades

💧 300 gallons. One CAT 980.
Because when we do the #IceBucketChallenge, we go big—and safe.

Before the big drop, we worked with Safety Manager Melissa Wilker to make sure everything was tested, measured, and ready. ✅

This behind-the-scenes video shows what it really takes to pull off a challenge like this—for a cause that hits close to home in the earthmoving and construction world. 🧠

🎥 Link in bio to watch the full BTS video or head to our YouTube: Earthmoving Legacy Center

👇 Tag a crew who should take on the challenge next!

#SpeakYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #ConstructionLife #CAT980 #HeavyEquipment #CaterpillarChallenge #IceBucketChallenge #LegacyInMotion #SafetyMatters #EarthmovingIndustry

💧 300 gallons. One CAT 980.
Because when we do the #IceBucketChallenge, we go big—and safe.

Before the big drop, we worked with Safety Manager Melissa Wilker to make sure everything was tested, measured, and ready. ✅

This behind-the-scenes video shows what it really takes to pull off a challenge like this—for a cause that hits close to home in the earthmoving and construction world. 🧠

🎥 Link in bio to watch the full BTS video or head to our YouTube: Earthmoving Legacy Center

👇 Tag a crew who should take on the challenge next!

#SpeakYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #ConstructionLife #CAT980 #HeavyEquipment #CaterpillarChallenge #IceBucketChallenge #LegacyInMotion #SafetyMatters #EarthmovingIndustry

The CAT 666 engine is fully prepped and ready for paint!

Check out some of the preparation work on our YouTube channel -> https://youtu.be/rlfz2uCew1w

The CAT 666 engine is fully prepped and ready for paint!

Check out some of the preparation work on our YouTube channel -> https://youtu.be/rlfz2uCew1w

Rebuilding the 666 Bowl Stronger Than Ever | Not Just a Restoration

The Caterpillar 666 is coming back—not just as it was, but better. 🔧💪
Killian spent days redrawing the entire geometry of the scraper’s bowl to match the original—but we’re swapping in stronger steel, smarter materials, and a whole lot of durability.

This isn’t just a restoration. It’s a rebuild with modern muscle.

#Caterpillar666 #RestorationRebuild #HardoxPlate #HeavyEquipment #DieselMachines #MachineRebuild #ScraperRestoration #LegacyEquipment #EarthmovingMachines #ConstructionRestoration

Rebuilding the 666 Bowl Stronger Than Ever | Not Just a Restoration

The Caterpillar 666 is coming back—not just as it was, but better. 🔧💪
Killian spent days redrawing the entire geometry of the scraper’s bowl to match the original—but we’re swapping in stronger steel, smarter materials, and a whole lot of durability.

This isn’t just a restoration. It’s a rebuild with modern muscle.

#Caterpillar666 #RestorationRebuild #HardoxPlate #HeavyEquipment #DieselMachines #MachineRebuild #ScraperRestoration #LegacyEquipment #EarthmovingMachines #ConstructionRestoration

Why We’re Rebuilding the Entire Bowl of the 666 | Full Structural Overhaul

The bowl of this Caterpillar 666 has seen some things 😬
After blasting, we found more damage than expected—patch plates, deflected floors, oil-canned sidewalls, and years of contractor fixes just to keep it scraping.
Instead of slapping on another patch, we’re rebuilding it right. Entire new floor, walls, and structure—factory strong and future-proof.
#Caterpillar666 #ScraperRebuild #RestorationProject #HeavyEquipmentLife #SteelFabrication #WeldingWork #MachineRestoration #ConstructionEquipment #VintageMachines #EarthmovingHeritage

Why We’re Rebuilding the Entire Bowl of the 666 | Full Structural Overhaul

The bowl of this Caterpillar 666 has seen some things 😬
After blasting, we found more damage than expected—patch plates, deflected floors, oil-canned sidewalls, and years of contractor fixes just to keep it scraping.
Instead of slapping on another patch, we’re rebuilding it right. Entire new floor, walls, and structure—factory strong and future-proof.
#Caterpillar666 #ScraperRebuild #RestorationProject #HeavyEquipmentLife #SteelFabrication #WeldingWork #MachineRestoration #ConstructionEquipment #VintageMachines #EarthmovingHeritage

Why We Used Water Instead of Sandblasting on the 666 Engine
Water vs. sandblasting: here’s why we chose the wash bay 💧
With critical parts like alternators on the Caterpillar 666, sandblasting can do more harm than good. Just one stray grain of media can cause major issues—and turn the inside of a component into a magnetized mess.
For engines like this, water is safer. Cleaner. Smarter.
#Caterpillar666 #PressureWash #SandblastingProblems #RestorationTips #DieselPower #HeavyEquipment #MachineRestoration #ConstructionGear #ShopTalk #LegacyMachines

Why We Used Water Instead of Sandblasting on the 666 Engine
Water vs. sandblasting: here’s why we chose the wash bay 💧
With critical parts like alternators on the Caterpillar 666, sandblasting can do more harm than good. Just one stray grain of media can cause major issues—and turn the inside of a component into a magnetized mess.
For engines like this, water is safer. Cleaner. Smarter.
#Caterpillar666 #PressureWash #SandblastingProblems #RestorationTips #DieselPower #HeavyEquipment #MachineRestoration #ConstructionGear #ShopTalk #LegacyMachines

The Steel That Makes the 666 Tough | Hardox & Plasma Cutting
This isn’t your average steel. 💥
Hardox 450 is made to take a beating—and it’s exactly what our Caterpillar 666 needs to reclaim its bite. When new, this beast could haul 54 cubic yards of dirt in one pass. 🛻🛻🛻🛻🛻
Thanks to a kinetic plate processor (aka CNC plasma cutter), every sheet of steel is cut, drilled, and prepped with precision.
#Caterpillar666 #Hardox450 #SteelThatLasts #PlasmaCutting #ShopTools #CNCmachining #MachineRebuild #EarthmovingMachines #ConstructionRestoration #ShopLife

The Steel That Makes the 666 Tough | Hardox & Plasma Cutting
This isn’t your average steel. 💥
Hardox 450 is made to take a beating—and it’s exactly what our Caterpillar 666 needs to reclaim its bite. When new, this beast could haul 54 cubic yards of dirt in one pass. 🛻🛻🛻🛻🛻
Thanks to a kinetic plate processor (aka CNC plasma cutter), every sheet of steel is cut, drilled, and prepped with precision.
#Caterpillar666 #Hardox450 #SteelThatLasts #PlasmaCutting #ShopTools #CNCmachining #MachineRebuild #EarthmovingMachines #ConstructionRestoration #ShopLife

Stripping Years of Grime Off the 666 Engine | Ep. 5Time for a little self-care… 🧼💪
Jesse hits the Caterpillar 666’s rear engine with a pressure wash that blasts away years of paint, grease, and grime. It’s basically a chemical peel—but for cast iron.
Pores cleansed. Confidence restored. Next stop: primer.
#Caterpillar666 #RestorationLife #PressureWashing #MachineSpaDay #HeavyEquipment #DieselPower #ShopWork #GreaseBeGone #EngineCleaning #EarthmovingHistory

Stripping Years of Grime Off the 666 Engine | Ep. 5Time for a little self-care… 🧼💪
Jesse hits the Caterpillar 666’s rear engine with a pressure wash that blasts away years of paint, grease, and grime. It’s basically a chemical peel—but for cast iron.
Pores cleansed. Confidence restored. Next stop: primer.
#Caterpillar666 #RestorationLife #PressureWashing #MachineSpaDay #HeavyEquipment #DieselPower #ShopWork #GreaseBeGone #EngineCleaning #EarthmovingHistory

Old Red Lifts the 666 Engine | Caterpillar Restoration Ep. 5
Old Red to the rescue 🚨 Our classic loader hoists the freshly washed 666 engine across the lot like a pair of steel chopsticks in the hands of a pro. Next stop? The prep bay—where it’ll get primed, painted, and prepped for a new lease on life. 🔧✨
This Caterpillar 666 isn’t just getting rebuilt—it’s getting reborn.
#Caterpillar666 #OldRed #RestorationProject #HeavyEquipment #DieselPower #MachineRebuild #MotorScraper #ConstructionRestoration #ShopLife #EarthmovingMachines

Old Red Lifts the 666 Engine | Caterpillar Restoration Ep. 5
Old Red to the rescue 🚨 Our classic loader hoists the freshly washed 666 engine across the lot like a pair of steel chopsticks in the hands of a pro. Next stop? The prep bay—where it’ll get primed, painted, and prepped for a new lease on life. 🔧✨
This Caterpillar 666 isn’t just getting rebuilt—it’s getting reborn.
#Caterpillar666 #OldRed #RestorationProject #HeavyEquipment #DieselPower #MachineRebuild #MotorScraper #ConstructionRestoration #ShopLife #EarthmovingMachines

666 Engine Rebuild: Resurrection in the Wash Bay!
The rear engine of our Caterpillar 666 is officially back from the dead 💀🔧 After a full teardown and rebuild, it’s hanging in the wash bay like a side of beef, waiting its turn in the paint-stripping gauntlet.
It runs now… but it’s gotta look the part too. 🎨💪
Follow the full journey of this beast’s comeback in our 666 restoration series—link in bio!
#Caterpillar666 #RestorationProject #HeavyEquipmentLife #DieselPower #ConstructionHistory #EarthmovingMachines #BehindTheBuild #ShopLife #DirtyJobsVibes #MuseumRestoration
👀 Tag someone who’d love this project!

666 Engine Rebuild: Resurrection in the Wash Bay!
The rear engine of our Caterpillar 666 is officially back from the dead 💀🔧 After a full teardown and rebuild, it’s hanging in the wash bay like a side of beef, waiting its turn in the paint-stripping gauntlet.
It runs now… but it’s gotta look the part too. 🎨💪
Follow the full journey of this beast’s comeback in our 666 restoration series—link in bio!
#Caterpillar666 #RestorationProject #HeavyEquipmentLife #DieselPower #ConstructionHistory #EarthmovingMachines #BehindTheBuild #ShopLife #DirtyJobsVibes #MuseumRestoration
👀 Tag someone who’d love this project!

These aren’t just numbers. These are our people.

Construction has the highest suicide rate of any industry. And still—less than 5% of us seek help.

We’re using an excavator bucket to say something louder than words:
🧠 It’s okay to not be okay.
💬 It’s okay to speak up.

Thanks Mailey Medbury for nominating us.

We challenge:
🟡 Ziegler CAT
🟡 Altorfer CAT
🟡 Mobile Track Solutions
🟡 Progressive Structures

#SpeakYourMind #IceBucketChallenge #MentalHealthAwareness #ConstructionLife #EarthmovingLegacy #ExcavatorChallenge #SupportYourCrew

These aren’t just numbers. These are our people.

Construction has the highest suicide rate of any industry. And still—less than 5% of us seek help.

We’re using an excavator bucket to say something louder than words:
🧠 It’s okay to not be okay.
💬 It’s okay to speak up.

Thanks Mailey Medbury for nominating us.

We challenge:
🟡 Ziegler CAT
🟡 Altorfer CAT
🟡 Mobile Track Solutions
🟡 Progressive Structures

#SpeakYourMind #IceBucketChallenge #MentalHealthAwareness #ConstructionLife #EarthmovingLegacy #ExcavatorChallenge #SupportYourCrew

We got soaked for something that matters: mental health in the trades.

The #SpeakYourMind challenge is making waves across the construction world—and we’re proud to represent the earthmoving industry.

👉 Tag a crew who should go next!

#IceBucketChallenge #SpeakYourMind #MentalHealthMatters #ExcavatorChallenge #HeavyEquipmentLife #ConstructionCrew #CatEquipment #MuseumLife #EarthmovingLegacy #BuildWithoutBurnout

We got soaked for something that matters: mental health in the trades.

The #SpeakYourMind challenge is making waves across the construction world—and we’re proud to represent the earthmoving industry.

👉 Tag a crew who should go next!

#IceBucketChallenge #SpeakYourMind #MentalHealthMatters #ExcavatorChallenge #HeavyEquipmentLife #ConstructionCrew #CatEquipment #MuseumLife #EarthmovingLegacy #BuildWithoutBurnout

Today, we’re trading dirt for ice. 🧊

At CJ Moyna & Sons and the Earthmoving Legacy Center, we take pride in moving the earth — but today, we’re shining a spotlight on something even heavier: the mental load many in our industry silently carry.

Construction workers face the highest suicide rate of any profession — and it’s time we talk about it.

💬 Let’s speak up. Let’s check in. Let’s listen.

We’re proud to take on the #IceBucketChallenge and nominate:
👉 @zieglercat
👉 @altorfercat
👉 @mobiletracksolutions
👉 @progressivestructures

Thanks to mayleighmedberry for the challenge. Let’s keep the conversation going and lift each other up. 🛠💧

#SpeakYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #ConstructionStrong #EarthmovingLegacy #HeavyEquipmentLife #TeamCJ #EndTheStigma #OperatorsMatter #JobsiteWellness #EarthmoversUnite #CJChallenge #YouAreNotAlone #SupportEachOther #IceBucketForAwareness

Today, we’re trading dirt for ice. 🧊

At CJ Moyna & Sons and the Earthmoving Legacy Center, we take pride in moving the earth — but today, we’re shining a spotlight on something even heavier: the mental load many in our industry silently carry.

Construction workers face the highest suicide rate of any profession — and it’s time we talk about it.

💬 Let’s speak up. Let’s check in. Let’s listen.

We’re proud to take on the #IceBucketChallenge and nominate:
👉 @zieglercat
👉 @altorfercat
👉 @mobiletracksolutions
👉 @progressivestructures

Thanks to mayleighmedberry for the challenge. Let’s keep the conversation going and lift each other up. 🛠💧

#SpeakYourMind #MentalHealthAwareness #ConstructionStrong #EarthmovingLegacy #HeavyEquipmentLife #TeamCJ #EndTheStigma #OperatorsMatter #JobsiteWellness #EarthmoversUnite #CJChallenge #YouAreNotAlone #SupportEachOther #IceBucketForAwareness

CAT HQ made the call. 📞
Time to wake up the D7s, dust ‘em off, and send them back to Peoria for Caterpillar’s 100th anniversary. A century of service — and still rolling strong.
#CaterpillarD7 #CAT100 #WWIITractor #MilitaryMachinery #BigIronReturns #CATRestoration #HeavyEquipmentHistory #AntiqueTractors #EarthmovingLegacy #WW2Steel

CAT HQ made the call. 📞
Time to wake up the D7s, dust ‘em off, and send them back to Peoria for Caterpillar’s 100th anniversary. A century of service — and still rolling strong.
#CaterpillarD7 #CAT100 #WWIITractor #MilitaryMachinery #BigIronReturns #CATRestoration #HeavyEquipmentHistory #AntiqueTractors #EarthmovingLegacy #WW2Steel

It’s time to wake ‘em up. 🛠️🔥
This 1944 Caterpillar D7 — with its original LeTourneau blade — is rolling out of retirement and heading to Peoria. History’s not just being preserved. It’s still moving.
#CaterpillarD7 #WWIIEquipment #MilitaryMachinery #CATRestoration #LeTourneau #BigIronRevival #AntiqueMachines #WW2Legacy #HeavyEquipmentLife #EarthmovingHistory

It’s time to wake ‘em up. 🛠️🔥
This 1944 Caterpillar D7 — with its original LeTourneau blade — is rolling out of retirement and heading to Peoria. History’s not just being preserved. It’s still moving.
#CaterpillarD7 #WWIIEquipment #MilitaryMachinery #CATRestoration #LeTourneau #BigIronRevival #AntiqueMachines #WW2Legacy #HeavyEquipmentLife #EarthmovingHistory

They didn’t wear uniforms. They wore rust and dust. 🪖💛
During WWII, the Caterpillar D7 cleared roads, built airstrips, and powered the Allied advance. Not a weapon — but every bit a warrior.
#CaterpillarD7 #WWIIHistory #MilitaryTractor #CATRestoration #HeavyEquipmentLegacy #WW2Machinery #BigIronStories #MuseumMachines #RestorationReel

They didn’t wear uniforms. They wore rust and dust. 🪖💛
During WWII, the Caterpillar D7 cleared roads, built airstrips, and powered the Allied advance. Not a weapon — but every bit a warrior.
#CaterpillarD7 #WWIIHistory #MilitaryTractor #CATRestoration #HeavyEquipmentLegacy #WW2Machinery #BigIronStories #MuseumMachines #RestorationReel

Decompression down. Fuel off. Pony motor up. 🔧
This WWII Caterpillar D7 helped shape victory in Europe and the Pacific.
Today? It’s roaring back to life, headed for Caterpillar HQ — living proof that not all heroes wore uniforms.
#CaterpillarD7 #WWIITractor #MilitaryMachinery #CATRestoration #VeteranEquipment #WW2History #HeavyEquipmentLife #BigIronHeritage #EarthmovingMachines

Decompression down. Fuel off. Pony motor up. 🔧
This WWII Caterpillar D7 helped shape victory in Europe and the Pacific.
Today? It’s roaring back to life, headed for Caterpillar HQ — living proof that not all heroes wore uniforms.
#CaterpillarD7 #WWIITractor #MilitaryMachinery #CATRestoration #VeteranEquipment #WW2History #HeavyEquipmentLife #BigIronHeritage #EarthmovingMachines

No voiceover needed. Just 130 PSI, a full blasting suit, and sparks flying off the CAT 666 like it owes us money. ⚡🔥 Jesse Cable’s in the zone — and that paint never stood a chance.
#Caterpillar666 #HeavyEquipmentRestoration #BlastingBay #SparksFly #DirtyJobsStyle #CATRestoration #BigIronWork #RestorationLife #MuseumMachines #Sandblasting

No voiceover needed. Just 130 PSI, a full blasting suit, and sparks flying off the CAT 666 like it owes us money. ⚡🔥 Jesse Cable’s in the zone — and that paint never stood a chance.
#Caterpillar666 #HeavyEquipmentRestoration #BlastingBay #SparksFly #DirtyJobsStyle #CATRestoration #BigIronWork #RestorationLife #MuseumMachines #Sandblasting

This helmet’s not for outer space — it’s for inner grit. 💨🔥 The Nova 2000 keeps you cool (literally) and protected while steel grit flies at your face. Tear-off shields included.
#Caterpillar666 #BlastingBay #Nova2000 #RestorationLife #DirtyJobsVibes #HeavyEquipmentGear #CATRestoration #ProtectiveEquipment #BigIron #MuseumMachines

This helmet’s not for outer space — it’s for inner grit. 💨🔥 The Nova 2000 keeps you cool (literally) and protected while steel grit flies at your face. Tear-off shields included.
#Caterpillar666 #BlastingBay #Nova2000 #RestorationLife #DirtyJobsVibes #HeavyEquipmentGear #CATRestoration #ProtectiveEquipment #BigIron #MuseumMachines

Time to suit up. 💥🧑‍🏭 Blasting the CAT 666 means flying grit, heavy boots, full-body nylon, and good ol’ earplugs. Safety first, rust second.
#Caterpillar666 #MachineRestoration #ProtectiveGear #HeavyEquipmentLife #CATRestoration #BlastingPrep #SafetyFirst #BigIronJobs #BehindTheScenes

Time to suit up. 💥🧑‍🏭 Blasting the CAT 666 means flying grit, heavy boots, full-body nylon, and good ol’ earplugs. Safety first, rust second.
#Caterpillar666 #MachineRestoration #ProtectiveGear #HeavyEquipmentLife #CATRestoration #BlastingPrep #SafetyFirst #BigIronJobs #BehindTheScenes

Before blasting begins, we tape and wrap the CAT 666’s serial tags and sensitive components. 🛑⚙️ This isn’t just metal — it’s history. And we protect it like it matters.
#Caterpillar666 #RestorationProcess #BlastingPrep #CATRestoration #HeavyEquipment #VintageMachines #MachineHistory #EarthmovingEquipment #BigIronRespect

Before blasting begins, we tape and wrap the CAT 666’s serial tags and sensitive components. 🛑⚙️ This isn’t just metal — it’s history. And we protect it like it matters.
#Caterpillar666 #RestorationProcess #BlastingPrep #CATRestoration #HeavyEquipment #VintageMachines #MachineHistory #EarthmovingEquipment #BigIronRespect

Steel Grit Blasting: Removing Rust & Paint Like a PRO
This is how you blast decades of history off a Caterpillar 666. 💥 130 PSI of steel grit + full air-supplied gear = a clean slate for welding and inspection.
#Caterpillar666 #HeavyMachineryRestoration #ShotBlasting #CATRestoration #EarthmovingHistory #BigIronProjects #EquipmentRepair #RustBeGone #WeldingPrep

Steel Grit Blasting: Removing Rust & Paint Like a PRO
This is how you blast decades of history off a Caterpillar 666. 💥 130 PSI of steel grit + full air-supplied gear = a clean slate for welding and inspection.
#Caterpillar666 #HeavyMachineryRestoration #ShotBlasting #CATRestoration #EarthmovingHistory #BigIronProjects #EquipmentRepair #RustBeGone #WeldingPrep

Yes, we blast the Caterpillar 666 twice. Once before welding. Once after. Because clean metal = flawless paint. 🧼⚙️
Prep makes perfect.
#Caterpillar666 #PaintPrep #MachineRestoration #Sandblasting #HeavyMachineryRebuild #BigIronRestoration #CATMachinery #RestorationDoneRight #EarthmovingEquipment

Yes, we blast the Caterpillar 666 twice. Once before welding. Once after. Because clean metal = flawless paint. 🧼⚙️
Prep makes perfect.
#Caterpillar666 #PaintPrep #MachineRestoration #Sandblasting #HeavyMachineryRebuild #BigIronRestoration #CATMachinery #RestorationDoneRight #EarthmovingEquipment

Steel Grit Blasting: Removing Rust & Paint Like a PRO
We demonstrate steel grit blasting at 130 PSI, removing rust, paint, and contaminants. This process ensures clean surfaces for repair welding and reveals hidden cracks for proper inspection and repair. #SteelGritBlasting #RustRemoval #PaintRemoval #WeldingPrep #SurfacePreparation #IndustrialCleaning #Sandblasting #DIYWelding #Metalworking #Restoration

Steel Grit Blasting: Removing Rust & Paint Like a PRO
We demonstrate steel grit blasting at 130 PSI, removing rust, paint, and contaminants. This process ensures clean surfaces for repair welding and reveals hidden cracks for proper inspection and repair. #SteelGritBlasting #RustRemoval #PaintRemoval #WeldingPrep #SurfacePreparation #IndustrialCleaning #Sandblasting #DIYWelding #Metalworking #Restoration

The Caterpillar 666 is getting its version of a spa day… only with high-pressure grit instead of cucumber water. 🧼⚙️ Rust, grime, and decades of hard work? It’s all coming off in the blasting bay.
#Caterpillar666 #RestorationTime #HeavyEquipmentLife #EarthmovingMachines #CATScraper #BigIron #MachineRestoration #MuseumMachines #BeforeThePaint #Sandblasting

The Caterpillar 666 is getting its version of a spa day… only with high-pressure grit instead of cucumber water. 🧼⚙️ Rust, grime, and decades of hard work? It’s all coming off in the blasting bay.
#Caterpillar666 #RestorationTime #HeavyEquipmentLife #EarthmovingMachines #CATScraper #BigIron #MachineRestoration #MuseumMachines #BeforeThePaint #Sandblasting

🎉 We’ve hit 1,000 YouTube subscribers! 🎉

From our very first restoration video to today, your support has helped us share the powerful history of Caterpillar and earthmoving equipment with people all over the world. 🌎

Whether you're a gearhead, history buff, or just love seeing old iron brought back to life — THANK YOU for being part of our growing community! Your support helps keep these stories — and these incredible machines — alive for future generations.

🚜 More restorations, behind-the-scenes action, and BIG announcements are on the way.

➡️ Haven't subscribed yet? Join the family here: https://www.youtube.com/@EarthmovingLegacyCenter

#1000Subscribers #EarthmovingLegacy #Caterpillar #HeavyEquipmentHistory #ThankYou #RestorationNation

🎉 We’ve hit 1,000 YouTube subscribers! 🎉

From our very first restoration video to today, your support has helped us share the powerful history of Caterpillar and earthmoving equipment with people all over the world. 🌎

Whether you're a gearhead, history buff, or just love seeing old iron brought back to life — THANK YOU for being part of our growing community! Your support helps keep these stories — and these incredible machines — alive for future generations.

🚜 More restorations, behind-the-scenes action, and BIG announcements are on the way.

➡️ Haven't subscribed yet? Join the family here: https://www.youtube.com/@EarthmovingLegacyCenter

#1000Subscribers #EarthmovingLegacy #Caterpillar #HeavyEquipmentHistory #ThankYou #RestorationNation

🚜 We're Almost There! 🎉

We're closing in on 1,000 subscribers on our YouTube channel—and if you're following us here on Facebook or Instagram, there's a good chance you're missing out on even more iron giants, greasy wrenches, and Caterpillar history over there!

👉 Help us hit the big 1K by subscribing to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EarthmovingLegacyCenter

We post: 🛠️ Behind-the-scenes restorations
📽️ Rare footage of running machines
📚 Stories from the golden age of earthmoving

If you've ever stood next to a D8 and smiled, this channel is for you. Let’s fire up those engines and roll across that 1,000-subscriber line together! 💪💛

#SubscribeAndSupport #CaterpillarHistory #AntiqueTractors #HeavyEquipment #EarthmovingLegacy

🚜 We're Almost There! 🎉

We're closing in on 1,000 subscribers on our YouTube channel—and if you're following us here on Facebook or Instagram, there's a good chance you're missing out on even more iron giants, greasy wrenches, and Caterpillar history over there!

👉 Help us hit the big 1K by subscribing to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EarthmovingLegacyCenter

We post: 🛠️ Behind-the-scenes restorations
📽️ Rare footage of running machines
📚 Stories from the golden age of earthmoving

If you've ever stood next to a D8 and smiled, this channel is for you. Let’s fire up those engines and roll across that 1,000-subscriber line together! 💪💛

#SubscribeAndSupport #CaterpillarHistory #AntiqueTractors #HeavyEquipment #EarthmovingLegacy

In case you missed it, we were on Road Trip Iowa on @iowapbs last night! Check out the clip or the entire episode on their YouTube channel -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlkACYdvE1s

In case you missed it, we were on Road Trip Iowa on @iowapbs last night! Check out the clip or the entire episode on their YouTube channel -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlkACYdvE1s

📺 We’re on TV!
The Earthmoving Legacy Center is being featured TONIGHT on Road Trip Iowa on PBS!

Tune in at 6:30 PM to take a virtual stroll through our museum, meet some incredible machines, and hear the stories that shaped the ground beneath your feet.

Set your DVR, pop some popcorn, and don’t miss it!

#RoadTripIowa #PBS #EarthmovingHistory #CaterpillarHeritage #AntiqueTractors #LegacyInIron

📺 We’re on TV!
The Earthmoving Legacy Center is being featured TONIGHT on Road Trip Iowa on PBS!

Tune in at 6:30 PM to take a virtual stroll through our museum, meet some incredible machines, and hear the stories that shaped the ground beneath your feet.

Set your DVR, pop some popcorn, and don’t miss it!

#RoadTripIowa #PBS #EarthmovingHistory #CaterpillarHeritage #AntiqueTractors #LegacyInIron

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