Topper Machine LLC
Topper Machine LLC may be closing as a full machine shop after 13 years, but the work continues. I’m still restoring classic machinery, helping the few loyal customers I have left, and filming every project I can—because I’ve always been Too Dumb To Quit. This channel is dedicated to high-quality mechanical restoration, machining, welding, and fabrication. You’ll find dragline crane restoration, tractor rebuilds, steam engine restoration, sawmill projects, metalworking techniques, equipment repair, and old-iron preservation. My goal is to keep mechanical history alive by documenting real-world machining and fabrication work, showing how vintage equipment can be rebuilt, restored, and returned to working condition. Whether you’re into machining, welding, heavy equipment, or historical restoration, this channel delivers hands-on projects and authentic shop craftsmanship. Subscribe to follow the journey and support the preservation of mechanical history.
Topper Machine LLC
I went to help out at a customer facility today. I needed to bring some tools, so I brought the best toolbox I could find.
Tomorrow is the 5 year anniversary and channel announcement video. I hope to see you then.
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Topper Machine LLC
Hello everyone,
I am working on a bonus video for today. We got pounded last night with the first snow of 2025. It is absolutely beautiful here, and a problem to deal with. The video will be up this afternoon as soon as it finishes uploading.
3 weeks ago | [YT] | 152
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Topper Machine LLC
One Last Job.
This is the final job for yet another Northern Wisconsin business. In just a few days, they will be gone from the map. They called me a few hours ago and needed this by tomorrow. Then they informed me that they will be closing for good in just a couple days.
This sucks. They were a good customer.
3 months ago | [YT] | 115
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Topper Machine LLC
Good Morning Viewers,
In typical YouTube fashion, it messed up again. One of my videos was released at midnight, instead of at 06:00 Wednesday. Then, it must have caught the problem and switched it to members first. At this point I am scared to change it to live again, who knows what will happen. I also don't want videos going outside the scheduled Saturday and Wednesday plan as it messes up the algorithm. I have spent years trying to figure it out, and that seems to work best.
I apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for your continued support.
Josh
3 months ago | [YT] | 145
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Topper Machine LLC
Many of you have been waiting for this project to get started! If your a channel member, the video is up now. If you are not a channel member, don't worry. The video will go live at my normal time Saturday morning.
@squatch253 will have his video available for non members around Noon Saturday.
We are both very excited to see the results of this project, and get your feedback on our videos this weekend.
3 months ago | [YT] | 97
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Topper Machine LLC
Hello Viewers,
My good friend Stuart @StuartsShed (check out his channel) has asked me to help get the word out on a show he is very fond of. If you're in the area or willing to travel, it looks like a great show to attend. Unfortunately, I have prior engagements for that weekend, so I will not be there. But I sure would love to check it out someday.
4 months ago | [YT] | 56
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Topper Machine LLC
Hello Viewers,
Saturday, I am back in the shop, making a custom tool for making the steam engine piston. Don't miss this interesting build!
Thank you, Josh
4 months ago | [YT] | 108
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