Fixing This Destroyed Radiator | RM250 Rebuild 37

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  • @CameronNiemela
    @CameronNiemela  ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Tell me your bent radiator stories. We all have at least one😂

    • @brentanco
      @brentanco ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Head on with a tree at 80kmh, think that’s like 40mph, snapped triple clamps was the worst part broken 🤣

    • @maxbarrett5973
      @maxbarrett5973 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      On my rm85 enduro riding, up a rock face bike fell down caught over 4 metres worth of air and fell straight on a flat rock, split the shroud and squashed the radiator, craziest thing was that it never leaked and I only jsut replaced it, used for 4 years after that

    • @NOTTApro142
      @NOTTApro142 ปีที่แล้ว

      It wasn’t me but it was a freind I was with, we were playing around in the woods and he started getting roost when he hit a corner way too fast and lost control, hit a rut and flew straight into a tree. And a broken branch right next to it miraculously smashed through his left radiator. He got up when we got to him and we just saw his bike dumping coolant all over the ground. He was able to ride it back but it had some heat damage.

    • @joshuaconnor9712
      @joshuaconnor9712 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fella fell off infront of me and i ran his bike over, smashed the rad and my plastics up, bent the brace in half, smashed rad, twisted it, broke fins off, over 400 quid of damage😂

    • @DirtDragger36
      @DirtDragger36 ปีที่แล้ว

      I t-boned a unmanned kx500 drag racing

  • @cbadnc9040
    @cbadnc9040 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Damn I missed your videos! You set the standard! Glad you are healthy!!!!!!

    • @CameronNiemela
      @CameronNiemela  ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I appreciate that man!! Thank you

  • @kevinray3240
    @kevinray3240 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've had a few hang ups locating replacement radiators for my 01 RM. I ordered a billet set and the mounting holes definetely didn't work....then I watched some fix-it vids and decided to try JB Weld on a small leak; it held pressure but looked a little bush-wacked for my restored bike....I finally ordered a second set of billet ones from a different supplier and they worked/looked pretty trick! Radiators and the little clip nuts at the bottom for the plastic shrouds are the cheesiest parts on this bike, with a close second belonging to the CDI mount inside the air box, thord has to be either the original wrap-under front brake cabke o r the seat bolts that rarely line up without pressure one direction or another. Over all these RMs are amazing bikes that handle fantastic!
    So glad you've been healthy and taken time to shape up your new shop -- Keep up the great work, partner !

  • @jondavidmcnabb
    @jondavidmcnabb ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I absolutely love the fact that you take a discarded item that most people would write off (ie trash). Then, you take it and make it functional and show all your steps.

  • @phatheadracingmx
    @phatheadracingmx ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Laser cut is fancy 😮 nice work on those rads and braces

    • @CameronNiemela
      @CameronNiemela  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks my friend! Really enjoyed this one!

  • @robertwest9105
    @robertwest9105 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    shop's lookin sharp, and you're lookin healthy. soooo good to see yas back at it. keep on keepin on Cam.

  • @H2HB2B
    @H2HB2B ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s good to see you still have some kid in you! When I saw that plug shoot out, I immediately thought it would be fun to see how far you can make it shoot, and you did not disappoint. Real men never truly grow up! Or at least I know for sure I haven’t grown up. My wife tells me all the time that I’m her biggest kid lol. Have fun, stay young!

    • @CameronNiemela
      @CameronNiemela  ปีที่แล้ว

      All very true haha! Still gonna be doing this when I'm 70 lol

  • @jake.debnam24
    @jake.debnam24 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    i’m glad your healthy and back at it, Cam! I’m in Alaska so i won’t be able to enter for this sick build but that doesn’t stop me from learning from your expertise and watching every video!! ✌️

  • @dylanswicegood471
    @dylanswicegood471 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glad to hear you’re healthy and sell! Hope the wife and kiddo are too! I was not at all expecting the radiator abuse at the end 😂😂 love it.

  • @Dirt_Bike_Dave
    @Dirt_Bike_Dave ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Glad to see ya back at it Cam ..Glad to hear your still doing well 😁👍

  • @bradleywilson7070
    @bradleywilson7070 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Glad you are back and doing well look good man

  • @404RACER4
    @404RACER4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So happy to see you back and healthy .. May God continue to Bless you and your Family ..

  • @kevindwyer3742
    @kevindwyer3742 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bro so good to see you back on TH-cam. Glad you’re healthy and doing well!

  • @Ripsky
    @Ripsky ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad you are back! i have used a lot of your how to videos over the years!

  • @JaquenHauf
    @JaquenHauf ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad to hear you’re doing well and the leukemia hasn’t come back, brother I want to thank you for the book recommendations you gave me back in 2019 that helped my sister fight AML. It’s been 3 years since I was her stem cell donor and she followed those books you recommended, all of her check ups have came out great. Wish you the best, and once again thank you for your help.

  • @finster7582
    @finster7582 ปีที่แล้ว

    MY bike jus keeps getting better n better ! Glad ur back Cam ! 😃👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @crffilmz7300
    @crffilmz7300 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally your back man

  • @01AceAlpha
    @01AceAlpha ปีที่แล้ว

    Cam💪🏻!
    Keep putting yourself and family before theTube. We aren’t going anywhere and are happy when you can put out a vid.
    Glad you’re doing well!
    Grip it and rip it!

  • @erikeggenbakstad
    @erikeggenbakstad ปีที่แล้ว

    Radiator stories?
    Okay, my radiator start leaking after a crash in training.
    So straightened it out and epoxy glued the leak. Baked it the oven after the glue had partially set.
    Had a race next day and this was a Saturday. Long before Internet and courier service delivering express to your door next day (Eighties).
    So, The radiator never leaked again :)
    This was an RM125 - 85. Bought brand new for about $1600with today's value. (I think I have one picture of it on my IG with the same name as in my YT)
    I am 57 now and still ride, enduro bikes, to old for MX hehe.
    Thanks for the upload and happy that your medical is all good!
    Greetings from Norway!

  • @richardarnaud970
    @richardarnaud970 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to hear that 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @keijahproductions
    @keijahproductions ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad to hear that your healthy man, stay strong!

  • @d4rk1sh3r3
    @d4rk1sh3r3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cameron been following you before cancer. I'm glad you are alright with no sign of it. You are champion!

  • @Castillo250
    @Castillo250 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I LOVE THIS !

  • @jasonlawrence6209
    @jasonlawrence6209 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats on the remission. That is so awesome. Thanks for vetting back at the videos as well. I know the broke to built ones are just around the corner. Yeah baby. I so wanted to be in this round but due to health issues I was side lined. Its all good tho. I am almost healed and will do next round if yall choose to do it again.

  • @kapoly1990
    @kapoly1990 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Greetings from Hungary! You are a very good professional!

  • @JesStricker
    @JesStricker ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad to have you back again Cameron. Miss your work! Glad to hear your are healthy!

  • @vicgeier3482
    @vicgeier3482 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Missed you!

  • @mohamadjerade7660
    @mohamadjerade7660 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Finalllyyyy

  • @connerhaley9888
    @connerhaley9888 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hes backkkkkk!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @NOTTApro142
    @NOTTApro142 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good see you back man. Happy that you don’t have cancer any more and I know that Suzuki is going to look amazing

  • @Mr.frag-out
    @Mr.frag-out ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm glad to see you're doing well, my friend. God bless you and your family.

  • @jered1940
    @jered1940 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice glad to hear from you

  • @Crosbie85
    @Crosbie85 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I hope the algorithm grabs this one as well

  • @superdave4725
    @superdave4725 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to see ur well...when should I pick up my bike..??

  • @metrobadger
    @metrobadger ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to see some content! Been stuck watching your brothers! It would be cool to see the three of you work on a project.

  • @hopithedog
    @hopithedog ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to hear that you are healty now. Cant wait for new vids

  • @patmendiola5466
    @patmendiola5466 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cam and Austin. BRoBuiLds. both have keen attention to detail and great craftsmanship. Keep it up boiz.
    God Bless You Cam and Family on your health. Take care.

  • @Crosbie85
    @Crosbie85 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yesssss new rebuild vid

  • @Frostbyte911
    @Frostbyte911 ปีที่แล้ว

    Welcome back broheim! Great news on being cancer free bro, THAT news in and of itself is better than the video. Keep them rolling, love this build

  • @tjbmx1883
    @tjbmx1883 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    now let’s see if Phil Swift can repair it using only FlexTape 23:30

  • @CH84974
    @CH84974 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad to see you back on it, missed your videos!!! just signed up for the give a way, RM250 is my favorite bike, fingers crossed!!

  • @nicks2wheelchannel920
    @nicks2wheelchannel920 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was awsome. It was cool to see you testing the braces with a sledge hammer and they held up well. Just proof from all the products i purchased from you due to quality and great customer service i see a potential purchase for those braces in the future for a yz 250 woods bike build

  • @uproblylikedingus
    @uproblylikedingus ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad to hear your about your good health, been missing the videos!

  • @andrewmasonwerdna
    @andrewmasonwerdna ปีที่แล้ว

    Mad love from Canada Ontario bud! Woot remission mission! Everytime I see you post, makes me smile!! Congrats on 400k :)!

  • @JR-Rollin
    @JR-Rollin ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, first time iver ever seen radiator needlenose pliers, definitely getting a set. Thx!!
    Also the blue square thingy is actually called a square or carpenter's square. 😁

  • @danmeifert2469
    @danmeifert2469 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice work, fun ending! Pretty deluxe that we can buy drilled washers & not have to sit at the drill press for hours.

  • @richardbartlett4075
    @richardbartlett4075 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was surprised at how much that radiator could be twisted and still held. I’ve never attempted to correct a radiator. I’ve straightened fork tubes - a tedious job on a press. Thanks for the interesting and helpful video!

  • @michaelallen9784
    @michaelallen9784 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad you are healthy. Great to see you again!

  • @jalynnnblummm8508
    @jalynnnblummm8508 ปีที่แล้ว

    These Builds & Restoration’s Are Artwork, Plus I Love Learning More About The Craft An How To Care For Our Motorcycles. Thank You Cameron For Teaching The Community These Wonderful Things. 🙏🙏 🤙🏽🤙🏽😃😃👍🏽👍🏽

  • @pete7971
    @pete7971 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm glad you're looking good. I've been watching your videos for some time and I learned a lot. The videos keep getting even better. I couldn't stop laughing at the end. It's great to put some humor into it. Great job!

    • @CameronNiemela
      @CameronNiemela  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Happy you enjoyed it! Thanks for supporting the channel, means the world!

  • @nwmotogarage
    @nwmotogarage ปีที่แล้ว

    What is a must for a shop owner to take care of your health when it comes to chemicals and exhaust?

    • @CameronNiemela
      @CameronNiemela  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      There's no way to avoid it all, but use a good clean respirator around fumes and gloves at all times when working with any grease or chemicals. I'd say the most important thing for me has been detox. Sweating will get the garbage out and keep you clean. Saunas are a game changer

  • @eguinaldosilva9542
    @eguinaldosilva9542 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ✊💨💨

  • @ravioli9728
    @ravioli9728 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad all is well. I love the video where you guys are beating the piss out of the radiator.

  • @damarapoledna3636
    @damarapoledna3636 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great to hear about your good health 😀

  • @sparkylarry9999
    @sparkylarry9999 ปีที่แล้ว

    The broken radiator still looks good when you present it like that on rotating wheel 😂

  • @РусланСнитко-у3х
    @РусланСнитко-у3х ปีที่แล้ว

    Техническая часть очень хорошо!!!ЛАЙК!!!

  • @erichildreth7562
    @erichildreth7562 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are really great and sooo glad that you are healthy!! Can't wait to see the Suzuki all finished!!

  • @josephforcino6399
    @josephforcino6399 ปีที่แล้ว

    I use small zip ties threw the fins to straighten cooling fins out.

  • @matthewmoilanen787
    @matthewmoilanen787 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cam the reason that the CDC is placed in the air box is so it doesn't get splashed with water. Of course they are sealed but the connectors are a possible trouble spot.

  • @ДмитрийКальвияйнен
    @ДмитрийКальвияйнен ปีที่แล้ว

    Отличное техническое решение, отличная работа!

  • @lgraff2301
    @lgraff2301 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just pulled a fully bent rad of my yz250fx. No leaks so I'm going to try this and keep as a backup! Fingers crossed...

    • @CameronNiemela
      @CameronNiemela  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      All the best! Thanks for checking out the video

  • @pitbullgamer8116
    @pitbullgamer8116 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dry ice blasting is the best for cleaning rads

  • @motogod1262
    @motogod1262 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was mildly entertained by the therapy session until you pulled it behind the ranger....that was some funny shit right there!

  • @6.7Rollin
    @6.7Rollin ปีที่แล้ว

    you have the cabinet for it , you should convert it to vapor blasting!

  • @jrtwowheels6446
    @jrtwowheels6446 ปีที่แล้ว

    glad to see u are not having problems with the big C.,that was to funny.

  • @donsimpson1976
    @donsimpson1976 ปีที่แล้ว

    good to see you back at it man and its called a framing square Cam

  • @KauaianGaming
    @KauaianGaming ปีที่แล้ว

    Coolest brothers ever! Took me a while to realize but I have a jdm car, toyota truck, and a cr125. Which happens to be the things y'all specialize in lol. Keep it up!

  • @HerosMountain
    @HerosMountain ปีที่แล้ว

    あなたの動画を楽しみに待っていました。体調が良くて嬉しいです。また次の動画を楽しみにしています。ゆっくり休んで下さい。

  • @damarapoledna3636
    @damarapoledna3636 ปีที่แล้ว

    "Blue square thing" is a framing square😎

  • @sarahgonzales5564
    @sarahgonzales5564 ปีที่แล้ว

    Praise God brother! Healed and whole. Wish all the radiations from these rippas weren't all bent🤣 The kiddo's love bending them up!

  • @mohamadjerade7660
    @mohamadjerade7660 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    More videoss pleasee❤❤

  • @damarapoledna3636
    @damarapoledna3636 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sometimes the vehicle designers build things to bend rather than break (themselves or attachments)

  • @rexstonbull250
    @rexstonbull250 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to see you again .

  • @stephencrisson3595
    @stephencrisson3595 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm happy you're doing better man you're looking good too 🙏💪‼️

  • @martinbone2889
    @martinbone2889 ปีที่แล้ว

    This bike is a dream🥰
    Good your healt is perfect!keep up the good work !
    Hello
    From
    Slovenija🤩

  • @HooligansMx
    @HooligansMx ปีที่แล้ว

    I learned that in some cases heat does help as well

  • @andrewwilson9130
    @andrewwilson9130 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Let's gooo your back!🔥🔥

  • @BubbaX
    @BubbaX 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Some of that Cuban mechanics

  • @willistjohnson2543
    @willistjohnson2543 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice jokes I enjoyed it ! That radiator didn’t have a chance 🤫😂

  • @arlo12345678910
    @arlo12345678910 ปีที่แล้ว

    We're right here with you brother.. rollin through the punches righ here with you brother. YOU DO YOU we'll be here WHENEVER you can upload! We love you brother and appreciate all you have done for our sport. Stay healthy and happy that's the most important thing. We'll watch all your content because it's the BEST! love your show buddy! PS. my radiator story is I was navigating a steep down hill and some rocks tripped me up. Thats when I dropped my 2016 CRF 450R on some rocks and folded my radiator. Luckily I was always watching your vids and I came across the one where you show us how to straighten up a radiator with soem 2x4's. Worked like a dream.

  • @karlueckermann6399
    @karlueckermann6399 ปีที่แล้ว

    This bike will never be done

  • @tcrides2137
    @tcrides2137 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well buddy, I will be anxious to see you go for a rip on the RM!! Long time coming. Then you will build something else awesome maybe for your kid?

  • @nandobengkel9024
    @nandobengkel9024 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mantap mesin nya..

  • @maxcheerio6837
    @maxcheerio6837 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your videos glad you are doing well and healthy🤟

  • @coloradodirtbike5930
    @coloradodirtbike5930 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now that radiator is ready for ebay, and priced at almost the cost of a brand new oem one. 😊

  • @larryb2967
    @larryb2967 ปีที่แล้ว

    How do you repair a half crushed radiator inlet or outlet tube on a dirt bike.

  • @kareemowheat4107
    @kareemowheat4107 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad to see you buddy!

  • @dannychiappa7731
    @dannychiappa7731 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey cam, you should make a 2nd placetrophy for a consolation prize out of that radiator. 😂😂😂

  • @rwcasto
    @rwcasto ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you are doing good Cam! I hope I win this bad boy!

  • @chrissprague7542
    @chrissprague7542 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the best way to get companies to sponsor a two-stroke bike build? I have watched all your videos and it has inspired me to completely rebuild my 04 rm125 and start a Moto channel!

    • @CameronNiemela
      @CameronNiemela  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you’re inspired from the videos! You have to prove yourself before anyone will be interested. Post a ton of quality videos and people will start to take note. And when you do get a sponsor, provide as much value as possible and go above and beyond.

  • @zardportugal
    @zardportugal ปีที่แล้ว

    Top job.

  • @thedriverofallthings
    @thedriverofallthings ปีที่แล้ว

    How did I miss this.
    Another great vid

  • @officialmysteriousrider130
    @officialmysteriousrider130 ปีที่แล้ว

    On your hydraulic press cam fit a quick release plastic nob on the pressure release part it's so much easier than useing the metal bar that comes with it & use caster wheels to take out the side slopp Lol 😂

  • @Owen_the_gasgas_kid
    @Owen_the_gasgas_kid ปีที่แล้ว

    That thing is looking so good keep up the good work man🤘

  • @lukedixon3371
    @lukedixon3371 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Cameron. I have an 05 RM 250 2st. I replaced the inner clutch hub and clutch basket. Gears worked fine. Started the bike to go for a ride and no gears. You put it in 1st let the clutch out and nothing it’s like the bike is in neutral. What can I check?

  • @bobbylight4262
    @bobbylight4262 ปีที่แล้ว

    My 07 yz 125 won’t shift past 3rd gear. Any idea what it is before I tear it apart?

  • @fenchelteefee
    @fenchelteefee ปีที่แล้ว

    Great news man you’re ok 👍

  • @Pompomgrenade
    @Pompomgrenade ปีที่แล้ว

    You're good with a hammer 🔨

  • @damienaitcheson9732
    @damienaitcheson9732 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome content champion huge fan of all your videos 😊

  • @dylanjones7655
    @dylanjones7655 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dropped in my driveway loading up to ride just saw coolant dripping down 7:00am in the morning. Soiled the whole day.