The Countdown Continues! The FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler Gets A New Bumper, Winch, and Fenders!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 ม.ค. 2022
- The countdown continues as Paul hurries to try to make the deadline for the WInter 4x4 Jamboree! Today on the list.......fenders, bumper, and winch installation. 3 steps closer!
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The start of the FJ45 ultimate rock crawler:
The Start to the Ultimate Rock Crawler: • The Start to the ULTIM...
I just found a FREAKING UNICORN!! Should I build the ultimate Rock Crawler out of it? • I Just found a Freakin...
Some might hate me for this! Tearing apart the Ultimate Rock Crawler FJ45: • Some might HATE me for...
FINALLY installing the new motor in FJ-45 Ultimate Rock Crawler-But will it even fit??
• FINALLY installing the...
Will the FJ45 suspension EVEN WORK?
• Will the FJ45 Unicorn ...
Point of NO RETURN! We might have RUINED the FJ45 Unicorn
• Point of NO RETURN! We...
This Custom FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler Build Comes With Custom PROBLEMS!
• This Custom FJ45 Ultim...
To Airbag Or NOT To Airbag the FJ45 Rock Crawler, That Is The QUESTION!
• To Airbag Or NOT To Ai...
Cutting And Wedging The Bed On The FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler!
• Cutting And Wedging Th...
Cutting Fenders On the FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler Build
• Cutting Fenders On the...
I’ve Never Had a Shiny, New Part like this for The FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler….or EVER!
• I’ve Never Had a Shiny...
Installing The Custom Exhaust On the FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler Build
• Installing The Custom ...
Why Did I Do That While Building The FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler?
• Why Did I Do That Whil...
The FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler Gets A New Homemade Bumper!
• The FJ45 Ultimate Rock...
New Trans Tunnel In The FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler!
• New Trans Tunnel In Th...
Now We Might Be Able To Steer The FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler!
• Now We Might Be Able T...
This Might COMPLICATE Things! Will This Wiring Work for the FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler?
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IT'S ALIVE!! The FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler STARTS UP, But Not Without A Few Hiccups!!
• IT'S ALIVE!! The FJ45 ...
Final Touches! Seats Are Going In The FJ45 Ultimate Rock Crawler!
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I know you you've been working crazy hours to put out this much content. Just know its greatly appreciated and it's so much fun to watch all these builds come together. You guys are the best!
I agree
Between the FJ45 and the Nugget, Paul is delivering two absolutely stellar builds. Keep up the great work!!
I think I have to agree with those nice people who brought the salmon. You are all more than just your average people , your beyond that because you chose to share it all. This isn't some crappy reality show, it's the real deal . You've shared great times and and most graciously shared the hardest times with us. That to me says it all. I don't know you but I love you guys for who you are to us. You deserve to be treated with kindness as we all know you would do the same for us. These gifts are truly heart felt in the giving. Thanks for being all that you are. Take care and we'll see you on the next one. PS super stoked over the FJ looks wickedly fun.
Love the show. As a fabricator for close to 25 years, I would like to humbly suggest when chasing those leaking pinholes, sometimes you can take a punch or cold chisel and tap/pound the hole closed before welding over it. Also, with the cutting wheels on your angle grinder, I had one come apart and break two fingers once. Had it come apart in the direction of my face...I hate to think about it. Wish I had known about you all last year and I would have stopped by on my way to the elk hunt on Cedar Mountain. I often drive through Glendale. I grew up in Churchwells, down near the Paria and Lake Powell. God Bless and thanks for the great videos. Lee.
This is my favorite channel on youtube. I love watching the builds. Thank you so much for keeping the content completely clean it really means alot knowing I will be able to watch this with my little boy and mot have to worry. Keep it up.
Looking Great Paul! Cant wait to see video of this thing on the trail soon!
It is such a rad build!
The many reason's why I love watching Fab Rats channel is there long videos, no commercial, entertaining.
7:15 - absoblooodylutely you’re more than you think mate. Here I am in sunny Australia watching some dude build stuff over the other side of our pond in the US of A’s and I love it …… crack on and get it done - we’ll keep watching, because you ARE somebody worth watching.
**THIS MAN = ABSOLUTE GENIUS!!!**
**A UNICORN AMONG GOOD MEN!!!**
**GOD BLESS PAUL & HIZ COMPLETE ENTOURAGE!!!**
Paul, my step dad used to swear by plumbing in low pressure argon and welding.. he said it welded inside and outside.. might have helped in building that tank.. he was a Stainless Fabrication specialist... miss his knowledge all the time.. I do honestly love all the amazing custom work you do.. i watch almost immediately when your videos come out!
Met Matt and the crew last year on a road trip from Washington to Arizona. Fixing to do another trip in a few weeks and would love to meet Paul. My favorite thing about his videos are the epic little sayings he has. "Might work, might do it again" and "get after it" are awesome.
Seems he has so many little quips and sayings that are brilliant and folksy. My grandfather was a WWII tank crewman and inspiration for the movie "Fury". He could fabricate anything in his farm shop outside Rupert, Idaho. Before diesel pickups were a thing, he converted a new `82 Chevy 3/4-ton to diesel with a 5 cyl. Dietz motor. Paul could be a younger version of him.
Enjoy your videos because if you mess something up you show it. Not like other channels that make things look like they never make a mistake. You and your family are real people that put out a quality video and you are one heck of a fabricator and mechanic. Thanks for doing this
Don't forget to put a condensation drain plug on the bottom.
And make it really easy to undo and drain so it will get done regularly, and not be one of those round-tuit jobs. One of the compressors I use is buried beneath two welders and a plasma cutter, and it is a PITA to get to the drain fitting, which means the first time you use the air gun, you know for sure it is going to blow rusty water. I plan to extend the drain to where we can access it, but so far I have not been able to remove the fitting from the tank. Why is life so hard sometimes? 😒
Love Fri, Sun and Wednesday mornings when fabby uploads a video!
“Your more than you think “ love it and agree !! It’s so nice to see someone do what they love and to be so humble as well .
That's a cool bumper. Turned out better than i was expecting. For me personally, when i need something to be pressure tight, i just go straight to tig welding whenever practical. It takes longer to weld but i regain the time because i don't need to fix many leaks and it's less grinding if i want the welds smoothed off.
As always Paul, great video with helpful tips included. I hope that you get the tranny figured out soon, surely just a discombobulation at work her. Once you start checking into this you will get it fixed right up. Have a good day and be safe. Wear your goggles when grinding so you don't lose an eyeball.
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I love this channel it reminds me of the Saturday morning 4x4 and car tv shows from when I was a kid... Which means the whole fab rats crew are celebrities in my book!!! you guys are awesome !! much love from Connecticut the armpit of New England
Yes Paul......I’ve had a simple single axle trailer since 2002, and after attempting some repairs, improvements, and repainting in 2011, it was time for much needed improvements, repairs, and repainting.
Your fab and welding encouraged me to purchase a very simple flux welder from Harbor Freight and “get after it.”
I’m happy to report that I’m a much more satisfied trailer owner. I even fabbed my own spare tire rack for the side of my trailer, and it turned out way better than I expected....even made my own locking mechanism for the spare tire.
So thank you for the swift kick in the backside, and the encouragement to “nail it!”
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That front end flex is awesome, and the extendo bit had me cracking up! Front bumper looks great, excellent custom work there Paul. I've always liked those old FJs but never seen a pick-up version until you found yours. I'm enjoying following your build, very interesting and i've learned a ton. Been thinking of making some square tube sliders for my 2008 taco, your inspiring people!
Been watching this project unfold since the start , great work Paul. The Yota is gonna be a beast
been waiting for this! I really hope you make it for the Jamboree!
We love this build, Paul & Team...this FJ45 is pretty much every 4x4, off-roader, trail and rock crawler's dream vehicle. We can't wait to see it at the Winter 4x4 Jamboree and when it is finally finished and you are making videos of your adventures with it. ;)
I just have to tell what I like about you and your show: You have really cool projects and you are a wizard when it comes to figuring out how to do something, since once you get an idea you go with it to the end and that is a talent, but the main thing I like about you is how humble and unpretentious you are, and your wife fits right in with your personality.. I know your kids are being raised right... I aspire to be as humble and salt of the earth as you are... Good luck with your Yota build.....
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Man I fell in love with this build the second Paul held one of those wheels up to it and said it’s gonna be low. Now every single piece that he puts on it makes me a little bit more jealous each time. God damn that’s a dream rig. I envy Paul for having built the coolest rig on planet earth.
That thing is looking great. I started watching your channel after my friend told me about you and Matt's offroad recovery. Now I have 2 youtube channels my wife will watch with me we love yall.
I love watching this build. I’ve been trying to find it from the start of it. I’d love to do this to my 76k10 to make an all around 4x4. I’d love the coil set up but it’s big bucks. Good job crew. Wish I was closer to stop by and see it.
Awesome fabrication of the front bumper Paul. Well done. Looking forward to seeing the final build all painted up.
Thank you for sharing your creativity, it’s just amazing to see your skill in action. God bless you and your family.
Paul, I can't wait for the Fabrats content. Really like your stuff, awesome skills and ideas
One of my favorite channels on TH-cam. B is for build I have watched sense I was a kid basically !
ahhh nothin better than a Fab Rats vid in the morn! Complete with the TH-cam queen!!
Man today is great all my favorite channels uploaded. Love this FJ keep up the great work, can't wait to see you get the Nugget finished. Matt really chose the right person for the job haha.
Also thank you Michelle for doing great editing and getting this content out for us while you're sitting in the truck 😂
Amazing talent! So cool to watch your creativity and ability to get it out of your head onto the frame.
Hey Paul and Fab Rats Crew
It looks like you have some idea of what you are doing with all the custom fabracation going on, and it's always entertaining.
Go Paul Go !
This build is great. Keep up the good work & cant wait to see what's next
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Such an outstanding job man, all the hard work is coming together. I’m glad we all get to see it along the way, this is your passion and just keep on living it!
Tons of work getting your FJ to completion. It’s looking awesome. That bumper looks tight!!
Love your videos. Have brought me more joy than you know. Love your gratitude for your fans and appreciate all you do. You have a lovely family and friends. You are a lucky man to have such a wonderful wife in your corner. . I can barely keep up with my stuff, cars, house and other stuff. I’m very impressed and very grateful. Keep it up!
That build looks waaaay better than I imagined it to look. Awesome job!
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Great video,excellent camera work,it's a real gift to be able to look at something and figure out the cuts and welds in your mind and then just put it together,good job Paul.
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Put a welder in one hand and a grinder in the other and you become feerlless
@@barrysmoots670 how are you Barry
Love seeing that subscriber count going up like it has. Great content.
Just phenomenal attention to detail. That thing is just bad ass! I cheated watched Instagram and saw Michell and you at the Jamboree. I guess that means you got the transmission issue repaired. I can't wait for footage of the "Yota" in action.
Great lines on the bumper Paul it turned out sweat !! Lots of hours and work but it's coming along perfectly .... Thank you Michelle for helping with the video editing , it all comes together and makes a great show ...!!
Looking awesome Paul! Hope the transmission isn’t to major a headache. Look forward to seeing the FJ in action! Thanks for sharing!
Coming along, Paul. Yall are killing it and deserve every good thing that comes yalls way. Wish I was closer to Utah to come visit the Winter Jamboree but I'm all the way out here in SC. look forward to seeing the finished product.
Factoring in the fabrication time and then the hours editing the final video your front bumper alone is priceless! An absolute work of art! Can't wait to see Yota in action!
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For future pressure testing, it's easier to start with a regulated pressure of about 5-15psi for the first run. This way the leaks will just bubble instead of blowing the soapy water away
I was thinking just use a tig welder.
And perhaps to cut and plumb the vent before welding it solid to avoid the issue with welding to seal up a tank and having the pressure inside messing up the welds.
Why does the bumper need to hold air?
@@BrettSolomon I believe he’s going to have an onboard air compressor and he’s using the bumper as the tank. Just a guess though.
@@robkees9353 You're exactly right, that is what he is going to use it for. 🙂
I laughed hard when he said he would be laying on the trailer working on it still while Michelle is driving to the event.
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Dont LAUGH we have done that on the way to the race track a few times!!!!
Spoken like a true Derby guy
@@CORNDODGER I laughed because I have done that.
So excited to see this out. My parents went out to the winter 4x4 at Stucki farms and saw it on the trailer and took photos. FJ is looking great. That is a nice bumper yet again and I am digging the winch fairlead. Thanks for posting.
Long time follower but 1st time commenting. I think Mrs. Fab Rats laugh is quiet amazing. 😂 I find it contagious, honestly. Cant wait to see the Toyoda finish.
Looks like he got him a new Chevy tow rig also! Temp tag in the window and all!! Congratulations! The FJ is coming out awesome!
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Can’t wait to see this thing done it is going to be amazing your fabrication is stellar keep up the awesome work sir👍🏼🤩
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It's just so awesome to watch this build. I'm getting so anxious to see it on the trail.
Started off watching Matt’s off road recovery ..
He brought the Suzuki to you to be worked on & I started watching some of your other videos ,,,,
What a true craftsman ! You make it look easy. I think the channel is perfect ,so much better than tv …
So I submitted & hit the like 👍🏻
Can’t wait to see the Golden Nugget finished & anything else you do ….
Awesome job to all !!
Always happy to see another video from you guys.
I'm an auto glass tech, I gotta say that windshield is starting to get to me.
Great progress. Keep on it.
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@@bensonthomas2339 parts came in. Truck back together
@@stevenwithanS I'm Jenny tinna by name were are you from
Man I love your attitude. Plus you have the skills to back it up
Thanks as always Paul for a masterclass in engineering, superb craftsmanship, great team and nice family, good luck and keep then coming, cheers.
For the triangles on the bumper, surprised you didn't Cardboard CAD it, lay the sheet over the opening and roll a rod (or hammer like a gasket) along the edges to transfer the edges into the cardboard
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I know it's a bunch of work, but you sure look like you're having fun! Thanks for the content.
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I just saw the Toyota on the front grill. This needs to be made to say Yoda also.. Haha
I think from what I saw in Facebook today they did
Excellent work on the bumper. Looks very neat and tidy.😊👍
For the extended drill bit, hold the parts in the lathe head and tail stock to align and tack. Then the alignment will be good when you spin them in your drill motor. No wobbles, less broken teeth!
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Watched an EZ DUZ IT vid and I believe Paul was wearing his welders jacket. It looked new, without a spot on it.
I can’t wait to see this thing painted. Love your work bro.
No way! Leave it alone or clear coat it.
@@mj_b23 at least paint the chassis
One of the first American Education I received upon immigrating to this country is how to read a fortune cookie. You must always add ".... In bed" in the end of reading your fortune. So there you go Fab Rats. Thank you always for the amazing content. The builds are both looking amazing.
The FJ build so far is my favorite. Incredible watching it all come together. Can’t wait to see it rock climbing. I learned I should not have cable on my winch. Will try a rope. Great job guys and gal!
Wait a sec....at the end of the video the tires were covered with dirt! Did it drive? Did you figure out the transmission issue? Man that thing is sexy!
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Ah man what are you doing to me putting this video out first thing in the morning. Guess work will have to wait 🤣
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When I use to hang out with rock crawler friends they had hollow bumpers that they put valve stems on and fill with air. They then could air up tires, shocks, snow tubes or whatever's. Sure enjoy you all entertaining us old folks...
That front bumper is so sweet. You killed it Paul. The fact that it's also an air tank is some seriously smart and efficient packaging. The coolest bumper I've ever seen fabricated. Well done!
For anyone that doesn't already know, "TOYODA" with a "D" is usually found buried somewhere on the markings of your car, in often somewhat obscure places. This is essentially in honor of the Toyota founder Kiichiro Toyoda. The company name was chosen to have a "T" instead of a "D" because it took eight brush strokes (a lucky number) to write in Japanese, instead of ten.
That's the sort of factoid that tends to be passed on by a geek with a UFO spotter voice who would start it with 'Did you know...?' I am seeing Rowan Atkinson in my mind's eye, in his Mr Bean persona.
When she said “is that all we were getting” my heart still was hurting with how much you probably paid for that dom 🤣
Just glad it isn't CMS
6:53 That gentleman looks just like Jerry Garcia, and sounds just like John Goodman!!👊😊
You guys have a great attitude, never get discouraged and tackle any obstacle in front of you.Great build. Keep winging it.
Safety Glasses! It will happen so fast and rip your eyes out. See 21:30
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We need yota tshirts
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The ARTIST at WORK you are Sir !! The vision you have amazing !
Anacortes,Wa.
I dont usally comment on anything. But I’m addicted to your stuff. Bought a jeep and have been working hard on it. Because of you guys. Keeo it up, love it.
It's amazing watching this come together. I can tell you have been putting some late nights in! It'll all be worth it when you go for the first drive
Love watching the fab work. The antics in the shop is what makes for a fun work day.
This was fun to watch. Paul, you are some type of artist with fabrication. What is also great is that you have a great support team and I think Michelle is quite a brave girl in being willing to be so game with whatever you do.
I can say a lot more but ... Go well.
Thanks for the laugh editor Michelle, when you threw in that hallelujah after the winch got mounted.🤣
Your project is looking great. I've enjoyed every minute of this! Thanks.
FJ looking great . Keeps me motivated to working on my broken rigs here in Alaska!
He's right, though. You're more than you think you are. You do your thing, thinking it's just an average day, but to us your fans, we live to see what kind of shenanigans you'll get into next. For me, you've inspired me to continue learning my welding craft. This I've mentioned before, but you need to understand something. What you do is important. You put on a wholesome show with real problems, and don't get ballistic when things get wrong. Paul and Michelle, and all of you at Fab Rats, you're setting a role model. One that America desperately needs right now. For that, we humbly thank you for your breath of fresh air. God bless you.
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Amazing fabricating skills, cant wait to see it wheelin 👍🇺🇸
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Gotta love Paul's quotes!
"If it doesn't, we will say it should have."
Paul talking about the winch fairlead.
Once again it is such a joy to watch you guys. Thank you
Man what a great episode! This is the most exciting build on YT. That thing looks amazing, can’t wait to see tit finished! This episode had the old magic with Paul explaining just what he was about to do then gettin to it, and it’s always nice to see Lan and Graydon making an appearance in the shop, even if for just a few seconds. Always enjoy those two and their antics. BTW, that windshield is killing me. Can’t wait to see that thing fixed!! 😁
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Loving the content on this build paul all the work you have put into this truck is amazing going to be a beast 👏 👌🏽 👍🏼🇬🇧🇬🇧
Outstanding job on the bumper! All the attention to detail makes it match up perfect and an air tank to boot! I've got the same winch on my XJ and absolutely love it!
Damn nice truck sir, you deserve it all Paul and Michelle, we all see how much hard work BOTH of you put it!
Paul you are the Master of Mechanics. It doesn't matter what build comes in your shop you manage to kick ass on it. All of your builds are primo. Keep up the good work. Your killing me with anticipation wait for the FJ and Golden Nugget finale. Woop! Woop!
Last push Paul, you can do it! Thing looks amazing and will take on anything! 👍🇮🇪
Love the bumper, killer job! A tig welder would save you time on the air tank bumpers.
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Epic fabrication/welding Sir. It's good to have lunch with families. 2022 is going to be awesome. Be blessed.
You and your team are getting so close to the jamboree I can hardly wait to see it all done kudos to you all
People that don't know how to work with metal would say you need to tap by hand. I have tapped literally several hundred thousand holes using a drill motor while installing steel doors and hardware over 35 years. We used to use beeswax before they came out with tapping fluid. Cutting oil is too messy. There is a product called Tap-ease that is wax like and lasts forever. The only way to break a tap is if you get the tap in a bind. If it stops cutting, stop, reverse, and hit it again. I never would tap using the impact function though.
As an owner of several FJ's over the years and a current owner of a 76 Series, this build is looking awesome. Cant wait to see the finished product out on the trails.