Aloha Div, When she fired up, HUGE smile over here!! I know i'm watching this one late, but better late then never! They need a Love button on TH-cam! Lovin it from Hawaii! Gizmo!
Re the riv nut tooling.. Dont need it for a 1 off job. For insertion just use a long bolt with nut and washer up the shaft of the bolt, fit bolt into nutcert, insert in hole and by holding the bolt and tightening the nut it will compress the nutcert. Your welcome.
Man I swear I could see your heart pounding so hard it was about to jump out of you chest with anticipation, and those butterflies I see must have came from you gut. Good on you ,now that is big achievement for this year .You can coast for the rest of the year now .No more pressure now. As for the radiator that's what happens when the bugs are cleaned off they have a purpose. Cheers
@@ratrodsafrica thats why my rat truck is getting a heart transplant !V8 out( after 20+ years ) turbo diesel in......runs on veg oil and no electronics either.
Great to hear that engine, shite news in the leaky radiator Boet, but at least you know where the leak is. Going to steal the mouse and elephant line, brilliant. Lekka video Div
A ten dollar bottle of rad seal would have sealed that right up and lasts about 5 years with no more leaks. Highly recommended and it will seal holes in the rad even larger than yours. Amazing stuff.
Man! She sounds pretty mean for a 4 banger. I like it. Don’t know if I could deal with that loud fuel pump. Wow, that thing is loud. As for the radiator, put some JB Weld on that tiny hole. Back when I was a young lad, the water pump on my truck broke. The fan wiped out one of the cores. I pulled the core loose from the ends and JB Weld-ed the holes on each side, and it held up for a couple of months. Long enough to save up for another radiator. Notice I didn’t say new. But I think the startup was a win. Hell, I barely run, and I leak, so it did better than me. 😂😂😂 Great job my friend. 👍🏻👍🏻!!!!
Well diff I have to say I really like this build. Very little new steel just scrap, that makes it a true rat Rod. There are not too many builders who will take the time to scavenge their materials. In the true spirit of rat rods your build is scrap from the ground up. Great job I love it
As usual, you did not disappoint. Great job on the RAT TRUCK build. What's a tiny leak compared to all the other challenges you have faced down on this build. Love it !!!
Thank you for sharing. some of us love to work on crap but don't have the place or time to do it. its fun to watch especially with you using basic tools and supplies making projects seem closer to reach
I would have gobbered up some JBWeld on that radiator leak (or maybe found a tiny screw, and gobbered it up with jbweld), and called it good enough for now... Jumping spiders are kinda fun, I think that they like to play. Welding in some captive nuts/bolts might make that hood job a lot easier.
Accessibility for welding on the inside is zero. But a patch plate with nut from outside could work.. I will probably go the JBWeld route. Low budget...😅
👍👌👏 Congrats! Fired right up, sounds really healthy and strong (enough). I guess unfortunately Murphy's law kicked in a little bit. Can't aluminium radiators be fixed somehow? Please kindly allow me to suggest, that you modify the bonnet support so that it becomes easier to get access to the radiator etc.. Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards luck and health to all of you.
You won’t regret it for a second! Div is absolutely great at all aspects. Including explanation and video production/editing. And he’s funny as heck too. It’s virtually a perfect channel for people interested in eclectic builds and LEARNING. Definitely catch his video on torsion bars if you’re curious about how they work. 😊👍👍
@@ratrodsafrica just speaking truth. You have the soul of a guru. Your daughter was right about getting on TH-cam. You’re reaching your students and we are loving it.
That's an awesome moment to hear the music of a first start after many many hours of dedicated work to get this masterpiece to this moment !!!! It's an awesome moment for sure brother !!!! Just 1 little leak is awesome !!!! No worries if that's the only problem !!! Wow !!!! Truly an awesome moment brother !!!!! Sounds awesome !!! Yes I have said awesome many times lol !!!! But !!!! Lol !!!! It is AWESOME !!! Hope yall have an awesome leeka day !!! Will wait patiently to see it rolling down the highway !!!
Enjoyed the video and glad to see it started right up. Hope you find a good radiator. Can’t wait to see your first drive in the truck. Sounds great. Thanks for sharing.
I’ve had something like that, on most of my jobs. Poor boys have to learn everything the hardest possible way, I guess. But it makes for learning things, others with money never will know! Enjoyed the video. God Bless you man and your Family.
Great start-up but what a bummer about the rad, my quick fix for that is a pair of vicegrips and pinch the hole until it's sealed, I've driven for years without a leak in the same spot
Looking forward to seeing more videos soon. Congrats on the 1st start. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work diff. Fab On.Weld On. Keep Making. God bless.
Dip stick gas cap hmm coulda used that yrs ago on my wife's 59 beetle with no gas gauge. Comments yeah JB weld was in my mind also. Riv nut tool much easier than welding nuts on a small patch panel then welding it to the firewall from the outside. Getting closer and looking great!
Spent years working in a radiator shop . For future reference squeze the tube with a pare of needle nose pliers then add some used coffe grounds to the antifreeze. There is a epoxy weld you can mix and put over the hole and she is sealed hell ive run coffee grounds for years and never leaked
Was gonna squeeze it with the pliers, then thought the little hole will help to keep the epoxy in place😅 The coffee ground thing I never heard before, gonna keep that in mind! Thanks!
I hope you can find another donut truck so you don't have to make different amounts for a different radiator theater I'm just joking I think it's coming along great thanks for the video
Boet!!! I gotta say, it started up first try and sounded healthy. Truck looks awesome!! All things considered, the tiny pin hole was annoying but as you know, it coulda been all sorts of bugs and issues and hiccups so Id say you hit a home run!!! Excited to see ya drive it!!! Hope all is lekka with you, the farm and fam!!! See ya in the next one!!!
Almost there mate. Good work. An idea for you, weld the nuts on the inside of the firewall for the bonnet brace. That way you only need one pair of hands when the glass goes in. I reckon front indicators to match the rear would look good too. I have watched this build from the start, you've come so far with it mate. The way the new part of the bonnet has patina'd into the same look as the old section is awesome. Well done.
Yo Diff started up one time and sounds lekka. Tough luck on the radiator leak but you will sort it out hey. Take care and thanks for sharing your video my brother 🔩
Hey Diff, it's always something!:) When I first fired my 351M after the rebuild I found the machine shop didn't replace the tiny ( 1/2" ) plugs in the end of the heads. The RH side was easy because it faced the front but the LH side is about 3" off the firewall. I wasn't about to pull the engine of the head so I created tools to remove and then press in the new one. Very much frustration that they hadn't been replaced after $1700 worth of machine work. Then I found the reman water pump was leaking out the weep hole. So after assembly and paint I had to take the pump off and get a "new" reman. The second one works better but now my nice paint job looks less nice. It runs great so I guess I'll get over it!:) Thanks Brother!
You could probably use a torch and weld the Little Booger in the Rad'... I have actually fixed a Seam Leak as well but it takes way to much time and patience because you have to pry the thing apart a little at a time... UGH! Thanks Again for Sharing
I agree, I much prefer welding, metal and body work, metal fabrucating to turning oily wrenches. But we do as we have too or pay someone else, not likely. :)
This style Chevy truck body ran between the years 1947 to 1955, they changed models in 47 this shape began in late 47 and the 55salso changed, this style stopped in early 55..the 47s and 48s were identical the 50s had small numbers below the Chevrolet nameplate on the side of the hood for the pickup the numbers were 3100, the 51s dropped the small numbers but added vent windows in the doors, the 52s added push button door handles rather than the pull downs, the 53s took the Chevrolet nameplate from the sides of the hood and added 3100 in bolder numbers, the 54s changed to a one piece windshield, the new T shaped grill and the side rails of the bed that were on 45 degree angle they just flattened.The 55s changed the side hood nameplate from the bold 3100 to a plastic emblem with 3100 written in a small oval with chevrolet written underneath it..these didn't hold up well and youdon't see them much today.. the early 55s also had an open driveshaft.. These are the changes in the chevrolet trucks from the late 47 models to the early 55s.. thought you may want to know..I was a teenager then and I lived and breathed these trucks..My dad bought a new 52 model for $1640 US..Paul from Ohio..
Sounds pretty damn good Div 👌🏼 You've done a rippa job putting your beast together mate 👍🏻 All the unique, one of a kind touches really set this Rat truck apart from anything else out there! Bonza work Div 👌🏼 It's 5:20am here on the surf coast of Victoria, Australia 🇦🇺 and I just had to get your episode in before work 😆 Cheers Div! ☕️
They sale a aluminum radiator repair thing, it cost like $15 US dollars, it’s a string yellowish tan color, I get it on eBay it will work with a few radiator, I have used a lot of times
Can you mig weld the hole in or use JB weld or do they sell that there. It's just a pin hole solder it in save you from looking for a junkyard one.hey you did it right started on the first turn not bad.take care good luck with that radiator.
Wow started right up ! I love what you've done with what you had around. That's the way I've always had to build anything maybe working on a farm or not having lots of money is why I did it. As for the radiator use JB weld or an epoxy to repair it. Then you'll be on the road ! Great video !
Thanks! The origins of rat rod building was low budget, using what can be found. These days its become high dollar... You reading my mind about the epoxy!😅
Dont have rivnuts and access for welding in there is frigging impossible...but not something that will be removed often. Soldering aluminum is a tricky business! We'll see.
Decent. One small setback, but you coulda had r out for a drive! Hey can you weld that nasty windshield nut to the inside of the firewall there? Make it easy to remove.nut next time.
Uncle, great job! Can’t you fuse TIG that pipe of the radiator with out using filler stick? Maybe save some bucks in the process, or keep as a spare Rad
Ai Div soms kan mens net nie wen nie . Daai lek is so klein jy kan dit met qbond regmaak . Ek het dit al baie moes doen as ek in n bind is ......maar beste is sit maar n nuwe een in . Jy sal oor die algemeen baie meer happy wees. Voorspoed .
Div, I actually fixed some holes that small with epoxy quite successfully in my F100 radiator. I did drain it and take it out first. If it works , is it wrong ? First start sounded good !
Aloha Div, When she fired up, HUGE smile over here!! I know i'm watching this one late, but better late then never! They need a Love button on TH-cam! Lovin it from Hawaii! Gizmo!
Thanks brother!
Finally the Chevrolet Rice Harvester is Alive. Looking forward to you driving down the dusty roads. Great one my Brother.
The Chevrolet Rice Harvester! 😂😅👍
@@ratrodsafrica I'm thinking the stainless bowls are to eat rice with! Probably air cleaner or headlight eyebrow 🤔 😅 CRH
@@gravelfloorgarage720 good suggestions but nope. Watch this space!😅
Re the riv nut tooling..
Dont need it for a 1 off job.
For insertion just use a long bolt with nut and washer up the shaft of the bolt, fit bolt into nutcert, insert in hole and by holding the bolt and tightening the nut it will compress the nutcert.
Your welcome.
i'll give it a try, thanks Ron.
She Really Sounds Good!... Thanks for Sharing. You'll Get it... Brother
Thanks!
I think you're the ONE I needed to SEE for some reasons I love it brohammer,!
Man I swear I could see your heart pounding so hard it was about to jump out of you chest with anticipation, and those butterflies I see must have came from you gut. Good on you ,now that is big achievement for this year .You can coast for the rest of the year now .No more pressure now. As for the radiator that's what happens when the bugs are cleaned off they have a purpose. Cheers
😂 No time for coasting man, got places to go, things to do!😅
Nearly there. Truck is looking good. Thank you again for sharing.
Looking forward to seeing it driving down the road, looking excellent, all the best to you and your loved ones, have a Lekka one
Soon! Thanks man.
Sure looking forward to the first drive. Really enjoy your channel.
Thank you Hank!
Love the way it sounds , Build On
Great progress from last time watched .....rattrucks are the future
Thanks! With all this EV stuff going on, I think you are right!
@@ratrodsafrica thats why my rat truck is getting a heart transplant !V8 out( after 20+ years ) turbo diesel in......runs on veg oil and no electronics either.
@@trikejunkie I like that! 😁
@@ratrodsafrica iwill put the conversion up on my channel jimshotrod
@@trikejunkie cool, will check it out!
Great to hear that engine, shite news in the leaky radiator Boet, but at least you know where the leak is. Going to steal the mouse and elephant line, brilliant. Lekka video Div
Thanks Brian. A Mouse eating a Rat...😂
Very good my friend, got it right away! The radiator is just a small detail now. Big hug!
Thanks! 👍
sounds good , , things do happen , i thought i broke my rad a few times , but got lucky so far , , be safe my friend
Always something Gotta take them as they come.
True words!
The truck sounds good. Great job 👍👍
Thanks 👍
Awesome just awesome brother !!!
Sounded good my friend! Almost there
Thanks!
Good to see her running,,,,the rad leak is a pisser,,,, that’s hot rodding though,,keep up the great work
All part of the game I guess😅
A ten dollar bottle of rad seal would have sealed that right up and lasts about 5 years with no more leaks. Highly recommended and it will seal holes in the rad even larger than yours. Amazing stuff.
Been thinking about that stuff...
she's coming together nice
Thanks brother
Man! She sounds pretty mean for a 4 banger. I like it. Don’t know if I could deal with that loud fuel pump. Wow, that thing is loud.
As for the radiator, put some JB Weld on that tiny hole. Back when I was a young lad, the water pump on my truck broke. The fan wiped out one of the cores. I pulled the core loose from the ends and JB Weld-ed the holes on each side, and it held up for a couple of months. Long enough to save up for another radiator. Notice I didn’t say new.
But I think the startup was a win. Hell, I barely run, and I leak, so it did better than me. 😂😂😂
Great job my friend.
👍🏻👍🏻!!!!
Haha, you funny dude! Yes, I'll probably move that fuel pump, its bolted to the back of the cab... not the best idea!😅
Better luck on the next radiator!
Nice 🕷️ , love the build, also loved your drive to town video
Thanks man!
She sounds snappy
Well diff I have to say I really like this build. Very little new steel just scrap, that makes it a true rat Rod. There are not too many builders who will take the time to scavenge their materials. In the true spirit of rat rods your build is scrap from the ground up. Great job I love it
Thanks! Yes man, the origins of rat rod was low budget, using what you could find. These days its become a high dollar show!
As usual, you did not disappoint. Great job on the RAT TRUCK build. What's a tiny leak compared to all the other challenges you have faced down on this build. Love it !!!
Thanks William. Guess you right😅
Looking forward to seeing what Diff does with the Hudson Parts.
You and me both!😅
Great job, Div. Sounds badass. Maybe you could weld the nuts that hold your hood brace on the back side so you can service it yourself?
Yeah, should have done that
Thanks for doing my suggestion on the fuel cap level 1st time someone mention it haha I feel so happy thank you
Was a great idea, thanks. Let me know your name so I can tell everyone when I show it!
@@ratrodsafrica my name is ABDAAL sir thank you 🤗😬👍
@@ratrodsafrica I don’t really need the credit haha just happy that my idea was used makes me feel like I’m part of the build 💪👍
Thank you for sharing. some of us love to work on crap but don't have the place or time to do it. its fun to watch especially with you using basic tools and supplies making projects seem closer to reach
I would have gobbered up some JBWeld on that radiator leak (or maybe found a tiny screw, and gobbered it up with jbweld), and called it good enough for now...
Jumping spiders are kinda fun, I think that they like to play.
Welding in some captive nuts/bolts might make that hood job a lot easier.
Accessibility for welding on the inside is zero. But a patch plate with nut from outside could work.. I will probably go the JBWeld route. Low budget...😅
Sounds good, awesome starting on first turn. Hope I'm that lucky with my volksrod 👍
Fingers crossed!
Great Job Dif! It started up and ran great, a little leak is just one more challenge in build you dream. As for the bowls.....I know but won't tell!
Thanks! Unforeseen leaks on old stuff is all part of the game I guess. You really know my plans for the bowls?
You got this
👍👌👏 Congrats! Fired right up, sounds really healthy and strong (enough). I guess unfortunately Murphy's law kicked in a little bit. Can't aluminium radiators be fixed somehow? Please kindly allow me to suggest, that you modify the bonnet support so that it becomes easier to get access to the radiator etc..
Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing.
Best regards luck and health to all of you.
Just found your channel and I have to say it's nice to see someone that does budget builds on here. Just subscribed
Thanks for the sub! Welcome to the shop!
You won’t regret it for a second! Div is absolutely great at all aspects. Including explanation and video production/editing. And he’s funny as heck too. It’s virtually a perfect channel for people interested in eclectic builds and LEARNING. Definitely catch his video on torsion bars if you’re curious about how they work. 😊👍👍
@@aceadman thanks for the kind words, I'm humbled...
@@ratrodsafrica just speaking truth. You have the soul of a guru. Your daughter was right about getting on TH-cam. You’re reaching your students and we are loving it.
@@aceadman thanks brother 🙏
I like early 50s trucks too, also I am the same time fan to diesel, hahhaha
That's an awesome moment to hear the music of a first start after many many hours of dedicated work to get this masterpiece to this moment !!!! It's an awesome moment for sure brother !!!! Just 1 little leak is awesome !!!! No worries if that's the only problem !!! Wow !!!! Truly an awesome moment brother !!!!! Sounds awesome !!! Yes I have said awesome many times lol !!!! But !!!! Lol !!!! It is AWESOME !!! Hope yall have an awesome leeka day !!! Will wait patiently to see it rolling down the highway !!!
😅😂😂 Thanks bro!
Baahaha! "its better to blow than to suck" OMG 🤣😂
😂
Enjoyed the video and glad to see it started right up. Hope you find a good radiator. Can’t wait to see your first drive in the truck. Sounds great. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I’ve had something like that, on most of my jobs. Poor boys have to learn everything the hardest possible way, I guess. But it makes for learning things, others with money never will know! Enjoyed the video. God Bless you man and your Family.
True! Thanks and all the best your side too
Great start-up but what a bummer about the rad, my quick fix for that is a pair of vicegrips and pinch the hole until it's sealed, I've driven for years without a leak in the same spot
Sounds sweet
Thanks bro
Looking forward to seeing more videos soon. Congrats on the 1st start. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work diff. Fab On.Weld On. Keep Making. God bless.
Thanks Jared!
@@ratrodsafrica your welcome
You need to weld the nuts to a plate bolted to the firewall or to the hood brace it's self so you don't need 2 people to remove the hood brace.
Dip stick gas cap hmm coulda used that yrs ago on my wife's 59 beetle with no gas gauge. Comments yeah JB weld was in my mind also. Riv nut tool much easier than welding nuts on a small patch panel then welding it to the firewall from the outside. Getting closer and looking great!
Riv nut tool is on my wish list😅
Spent years working in a radiator shop . For future reference squeze the tube with a pare of needle nose pliers then add some used coffe grounds to the antifreeze. There is a epoxy weld you can mix and put over the hole and she is sealed hell ive run coffee grounds for years and never leaked
Was gonna squeeze it with the pliers, then thought the little hole will help to keep the epoxy in place😅 The coffee ground thing I never heard before, gonna keep that in mind! Thanks!
I hope you can find another donut truck so you don't have to make different amounts for a different radiator theater I'm just joking I think it's coming along great thanks for the video
Sounds great. U can fix the pin hole. Bronze it or use solder
Or jb weld
Solder on aluminum is a bitch! I think JB weld is safer😅
Boet!!! I gotta say, it started up first try and sounded healthy. Truck looks awesome!! All things considered, the tiny pin hole was annoying but as you know, it coulda been all sorts of bugs and issues and hiccups so Id say you hit a home run!!! Excited to see ya drive it!!! Hope all is lekka with you, the farm and fam!!! See ya in the next one!!!
Thanks boet! Hoping for a first drive soon!
@@ratrodsafrica oh yeah!!!!!!!
Groei pyne... uncle Diff die Chevissan lyk baie goed...
Dankie Deon. Eintlik ouderdom pyne as jy my vra...😂
Almost there mate. Good work. An idea for you, weld the nuts on the inside of the firewall for the bonnet brace. That way you only need one pair of hands when the glass goes in. I reckon front indicators to match the rear would look good too.
I have watched this build from the start, you've come so far with it mate. The way the new part of the bonnet has patina'd into the same look as the old section is awesome. Well done.
Thank you Matt! Access for welding those nuts are near impossible. But its not something that will be taken off often, so not stressed about it
Yo Diff started up one time and sounds lekka. Tough luck on the radiator leak but you will sort it out hey. Take care and thanks for sharing your video my brother 🔩
Thanks neighbor! I guess small issues are just part of the game, especially if you mess with old shit😅
Hey Diff, it's always something!:) When I first fired my 351M after the rebuild I found the machine shop didn't replace the tiny ( 1/2" ) plugs in the end of the heads. The RH side was easy because it faced the front but the LH side is about 3" off the firewall. I wasn't about to pull the engine of the head so I created tools to remove and then press in the new one. Very much frustration that they hadn't been replaced after $1700 worth of machine work. Then I found the reman water pump was leaking out the weep hole. So after assembly and paint I had to take the pump off and get a "new" reman. The second one works better but now my nice paint job looks less nice. It runs great so I guess I'll get over it!:) Thanks Brother!
Ouch! Way more problems than me!
I Recalled seeing the Little Air Cleaner Sticking Out of the Hood. I think it Needs a Metal Mailbox for a Scoop
I know exactly what you mean, but those US style mailboxes aren't used here at all.😅
Hey Diff those bolts that go through the firewall would be easy to remove if you weld the nuts to the inside of the firewall.
Yes, frigging horrible spot to weld though. First prize will be one of those Riv nut tools. One day...
Nice touches dressing up the engine bay, can't wait for the test drive.
No idea what the bowls are for though.
Soon you will see a drive and the story with the bowls!😅
That engine is fresh , it just needs a set a twin 40s or 45s webers ... she'll spin the tyres for sure
Those 2 carbs will probably cost more than the whole thing thus far!😅 remember, this is a full on budget build!
@@ratrodsafrica I'll have to see if I can get a pair here and ship them out to you 👍👍
You could probably use a torch and weld the Little Booger in the Rad'... I have actually fixed a Seam Leak as well but it takes way to much time and patience because you have to pry the thing apart a little at a time... UGH! Thanks Again for Sharing
That Aluminum is so thin... I'll just blow a hole in it!😅
I agree, I much prefer welding, metal and body work, metal fabrucating to turning oily wrenches. But we do as we have too or pay someone else, not likely. :)
Jip!😅
It's always something.
Part of the game I suppose😅
Good luck on finding a doner radiator. Little engine sounds good!
Thanks brother! We'll make a plan...
Sounds cool man love it. It needs a name now. Chevnissfor. 😀😀😀
It does need a name now, yes!
Sounds pretty good at idle !!!
Nothing like a V8, but I suppose not too bad😅
Hey Div, you're not scare that your intake sucks in alot of water, because your air filter is sticking up in the air in the open.
Planning for it to be a fair-weather truck, the thing is not even gonna have side windows😅
@@ratrodsafrica ok i c, it's gonna be a fun toy
going to make headlight buckets out of the stainless steel bowls
Good guess, but nope. Watch this space!😅
Nice job mate but I would have replaced all of the welsh plugs the others won’t last very 🇦🇺👍
I'll take my chances!😅
👍👍👍Good..
Thanks!
This style Chevy truck body ran between the years 1947 to 1955, they changed models in 47 this shape began in late 47 and the 55salso changed, this style stopped in early 55..the 47s and 48s were identical the 50s had small numbers below the Chevrolet nameplate on the side of the hood for the pickup the numbers were 3100, the 51s dropped the small numbers but added vent windows in the doors, the 52s added push button door handles rather than the pull downs, the 53s took the Chevrolet nameplate from the sides of the hood and added 3100 in bolder numbers, the 54s changed to a one piece windshield, the new T shaped grill and the side rails of the bed that were on 45 degree angle they just flattened.The 55s changed the side hood nameplate from the bold 3100 to a plastic emblem with 3100 written in a small oval with chevrolet written underneath it..these didn't hold up well and youdon't see them much today.. the early 55s also had an open driveshaft.. These are the changes in the chevrolet trucks from the late 47 models to the early 55s.. thought you may want to know..I was a teenager then and I lived and breathed these trucks..My dad bought a new 52 model for $1640 US..Paul from Ohio..
Wow, you certainly know them! From what you wrote, I think my guess of 1951might be right. Thanks for the info!
Sounds pretty damn good Div 👌🏼
You've done a rippa job putting your beast together mate 👍🏻
All the unique, one of a kind touches really set this Rat truck apart from anything else out there!
Bonza work Div 👌🏼
It's 5:20am here on the surf coast of Victoria, Australia 🇦🇺 and I just had to get your episode in before work 😆
Cheers Div! ☕️
Thanks for the EARLY morning support Stevo! Bonza! I like that😅
They sale a aluminum radiator repair thing, it cost like $15 US dollars, it’s a string yellowish tan color, I get it on eBay it will work with a few radiator, I have used a lot of times
Cool, might try some kind of chemical...
The old girl is looking good sound good to for a little 4 banger . shame about the little hole tho Div
Little things like that is all part of the game, you should know😅
Can you mig weld the hole in or use JB weld or do they sell that there. It's just a pin hole solder it in save you from looking for a junkyard one.hey you did it right started on the first turn not bad.take care good luck with that radiator.
I don't have the right gear for welding aluminium, but as for the sticky stuff, see Sunday's vid...😅
Wow started right up ! I love what you've done with what you had around. That's the way I've always had to build anything maybe working on a farm or not having lots of money is why I did it. As for the radiator use JB weld or an epoxy to repair it. Then you'll be on the road ! Great video !
Thanks! The origins of rat rod building was low budget, using what can be found. These days its become high dollar... You reading my mind about the epoxy!😅
Good to get the engine started but a shame regarding the leak, little car body filler would have sorted the water escaping possibly?
Shit happens😅 Body filler wont last with the heat
Can you use rivnut or just weld a nut to the fire wall for the hood support bolts? I would try to solder that rad pinhole or use a pop rivet.👍🏴
Dont have rivnuts and access for welding in there is frigging impossible...but not something that will be removed often. Soldering aluminum is a tricky business! We'll see.
J B Weld glue the radiator.
You reading my mind brother!😅
Decent. One small setback, but you coulda had r out for a drive! Hey can you weld that nasty windshield nut to the inside of the firewall there? Make it easy to remove.nut next time.
Access for welding on the inside is impossible. 😅
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
it's good to just run water first start saves on coolant lol
Guess I was overconfident😅
it happens the best part you took it well you do great stuff I enjoy watching keep doing what you do best
Sterkte met die verkoeler
Dankie, sal hom regkry!
You dont need a new rad.
Just lay it down and Shotter it.a d put under pressure, to check
Do you have JBweld over there? It's a two part epoxy putty. I would have pushed some on the hole and fire it up.
We got similar stuff yes. Think thats exactly what I'm gonna do!
Uncle, great job!
Can’t you fuse TIG that pipe of the radiator with out using filler stick?
Maybe save some bucks in the process, or keep as a spare Rad
Thanks. I havent got HF TIG for welding aluminum. But I'll come up with a cheap ass plan...😅
@@ratrodsafrica just fuse it , try it uncle 😁
@@fabbricaitalianaautomobili5859 with my luck I'll just blow a huge hole, me and Ali ain't friends! Think I'll just put my trust in Pratley😅
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Or make a sheath for it on the side of the tank ...
Lekka Dif
Ai Div soms kan mens net nie wen nie . Daai lek is so klein jy kan dit met qbond regmaak . Ek het dit al baie moes doen as ek in n bind is ......maar beste is sit maar n nuwe een in . Jy sal oor die algemeen baie meer happy wees. Voorspoed .
Ag, dis maar deel van die game! Ja, dink ek gaan hom maar eers net spoeg en plak😅
Just stripped the radiator out to put in my 50 dodge rat rod i hope I didn't damage mine
Wishing you all the best!
Div, I actually fixed some holes that small with epoxy quite successfully in my F100 radiator. I did drain it and take it out first.
If it works , is it wrong ?
First start sounded good !
Randy, you are reading my mind brother!😅
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Never did it wit an aluminum one but couldn’t you solder that pinhole?
Soldering aluminum is a tricky business!😅
Are you gona use those stainless bowls as headlight buckets?
Good guess, but nope. Watch this space😅
Is there such a thing as a radiator shop anymore. Radiators are relatively inexpensive today ⚡️
You still get them here in SA.
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Just weld up that pin hole
Aint got the equipment to weld aluminum man...
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They don't have radiator sealant there? How about black pepper? Egg white? All of these will seal a radiator.
Did show the radiator sealant in the vid, you must have missed it
Daai Nissan of soos ek hom ken i Datsun klink mooi en met jou filter en exhaust klink dit amper na i 6prop
Dankie Piet. Wens dit was 'n 6 prop. Een van daai Skyline engines!