I respect how you PUT IN WORK and get things done , you really inspire me to get out in the garage and start a project, keep up the great work I really enjoy your videos.
Renard Shotter that’s a good idea! Nothing is worse than watching the rear u joint let go and the driveshaft beat the hell out of the underside of the vehicle
I don't know if this welding tip will help or hurt. plus I'm not saying you are doing anything wrong. What works for you is what you need to do. There is a rule of thumb in welding, "if you are using gas push your rod/stinger and if there is no gas you drag the rod/stinger ". I find that pushing the stinger gives me better bead control. Also most "welding manuals" tell you that you get better weld penetration by pushing the stinger w/gas. Anyway, I love your videos! i'm building a Studebaker truck Rat Rod in a small space like you are. So I find that I am constantly having to clean up like you. thanks for the vids and I am looking forward to more.
You haven't heard of the Goonzquad? They buy salvage title rebuildables and then go to the dealer for all the parts ,bolt them on and claim they built a car, if that was an actual real world shop they would go under fast, they wouldn't be able to sell the cars for half the money they put into them, they're a couple of youngsters that are brothers, I tell them :no dudes you didn't build anything someone in China built it, you just assembled it and TH-cam views paid for it. I wasn't saying that to be mean I wanted to light some fire under their asses to get them to learn some real skills like Dan .
Dan, it’s looking good. I think If you would go ahead and paint the rear end and front end, it would look so much better. You said something was in the boxed frame making some noise so just name the car “the rattle can”. Of course it’s yours so do it your way. It’s going to be cool!
Hey Danny, great job, remember, you built this, you are correct, you could have built new rails but you used what you had which is what they did back in the day, also think about what you have learned, what really bothers me is people that sit on the couch & put other people's handy work down & don't know the first thing about it....your doing a fine job....keep it up, looking forward to the finished project!!
I’m kinda at the point anymore where I enjoy the build more than the finished product, engine and drivetrain stuff is fun but I love chassis stuff like you’re doing, welding and fabrication is the best. 👍🏻
One suggestion: When you are folding over a "cover" like you did at the back step, If you run a "score" line across the outside edge where you are going to fold your piece down (cut half or a bit more through), it will fold down without making all that "de-formed" corner. Once it's folded over, it will leave a nice "v'd corner for you to fill with the welder. Grind all your welded edges -------------- presto!!
What a cool ride! Enjoying this build bro! When it comes to power to weight ratio, I can only imagine the pull this light ass ride will have!! Pretty awesome project too!!!
Dan , I'm sure there's a lot of people out there that wish they were doing what you just did. I'd do 4 cart wheels and a back flip if I could make and weld in your door bottoms.Well... maybe not the back flip(career ending injury immanent).Let's remember stick,mig or tig weld... a good weld is a good weld! We think you did a fine job .Your not building a formula one car it's a Hot Rod
Nice work Dan. I think it's great that you go the extra mile to make sure the frame is strong and safe. I've seen too many rat rod builds where the focus was on the art with no attention to proper design.
Have Brent plasma cut components to form (4) 1 1/2 x 3 channel portions with oval lightening openings to form a 40 Ford style X member to triangulate the trans/rear suspension crossmember.
Great job on the frame the fish plates turned out great but ya gotta put some cross bracing in there that will help and I would make a track bar for the rear. But those are only my suggestion. But what a awesome job so far and the front looks way better with that little bit being up.. Awesome job. And keep up the awesome work.. And like always keep the wrenches on turnin and the tires on burnin..
Really nice build. I am enjoying the progress. You made a comment about how it might have been easier to just build a frame from scratch. I think everyone needs a 1.0 version of major project. Your 2.0 rat rod can be from scratch. Short version, you're doing it right. :-)
Yet another cool build. In record time just like your previous ones. I'd definately say that chassis needs some triangulation between the main rails though. Either a K at the trailing arm crossmember or an X for a gearbox crossmember. Or both. Top work.
you inspire me to move my big ass ham! haha I cant wait to get my work season over with and get the Doje'llac buttoned up so I can get started on the V12 project! I think you're gonna like it!! keep em comin' m'friend!
Like that fish plating work for the reinforcing of the welds.Re paint 3 rattle can coats rather than 1 for longevity.What are you doing for shocks front and rear.
The frame looks great man.I got my 55 running under its own power.I got some kinks to work out.I did back it out of the shop and drove it down the driveway.Im just doing piddly stuff today,kinda took a break from heavier duty stuff.
I think with all that boxing and fish plates and gussets you could put a 5th wheel on the trunk lid and haul a gooseneck with that thing! That’s a pretty sturdy frame now
Your work is awsome,we watch your videos everynight,
I respect how you PUT IN WORK and get things done , you really inspire me to get out in the garage and start a project, keep up the great work I really enjoy your videos.
WHAT....I thought everyone has a project......most definitely need a project....or two.
I would add a cross brace with a drive shaft loop to stiffen it up and capture the shaft if it lets go 🧐
Renard Shotter that’s a good idea! Nothing is worse than watching the rear u joint let go and the driveshaft beat the hell out of the underside of the vehicle
Hi Dan, You are taking apiece of junk/yard art & turning into a very cool rod. Love you are using what you have. Awesome!
Thanks 👍
When it comes to building a car, it's a lovely cruel game of hurry up and wait. Keep on rollin!
haha so true
I don't know if this welding tip will help or hurt. plus I'm not saying you are doing anything wrong. What works for you is what you need to do. There is a rule of thumb in welding, "if you are using gas push your rod/stinger and if there is no gas you drag the rod/stinger ". I find that pushing the stinger gives me better bead control. Also most "welding manuals" tell you that you get better weld penetration by pushing the stinger w/gas. Anyway, I love your videos! i'm building a Studebaker truck Rat Rod in a small space like you are. So I find that I am constantly having to clean up like you.
thanks for the vids and I am looking forward to more.
As long as you are happy thats the main thing. Youre doing another fantabulous D n D build!!!!
yeah im stoked on it!
When you are finished you can say I built this. You didn’t buy an oversized model car and assemble it. Good job I like it.
You haven't heard of the Goonzquad? They buy salvage title rebuildables and then go to the dealer for all the parts ,bolt them on and claim they built a car, if that was an actual real world shop they would go under fast, they wouldn't be able to sell the cars for half the money they put into them, they're a couple of youngsters that are brothers, I tell them :no dudes you didn't build anything someone in China built it, you just assembled it and TH-cam views paid for it. I wasn't saying that to be mean I wanted to light some fire under their asses to get them to learn some real skills like Dan .
Dan, it’s looking good. I think If you would go ahead and paint the rear end and front end, it would look so much better. You said something was in the boxed frame making some noise so just name the car “the rattle can”. Of course it’s yours so do it your way.
It’s going to be cool!
He "modified" it.
Practice makes perfect Dan. You’ve welded about 500 miles of wire. You’ve got it
For a guy thats just winging it I'd say you get an A+. I'd ride in it. Can't wait to see it finished now! Great Job!
Thanks 👍
do me a solid and comment below. Don't leave me hanging.
Looking good bro
Looking great
I cut the frame horns off my A frame (bobbed it for a suicide spring mount) I can send them to you if you want.
Personally I’m glad you reused the A frame. It’s more in keeping with traditional rodding and using what’s available.
@@AndyGeesGarage me to 😎
U are kicking butt !! I can't wait to see it done
What a GREAT looking frame! I love the stance.
Simple is an understatement !
I think your a hard working feller that's building a nice antique car collection, love watching your videos .
thanks for watching!
Love the acoustic blues when working on a model T... appropriate and very cool too! Love the project as well. 👍👍👍
the only way to get good at fab work and welding is to keep on doing it - looking great man
totally! thanks man
You're a good worker love your videos the frame is looking awesome 👍. Thanks
Thanks 👍
Great work, glad to see the fishplates...You won't ever have to worry about that frame being strong enough!
Dan, I love your fab work!
Nothing better then your own Welds. Now you know how strong your frame is.
totally agree
It looks great. Thank you for sharing.
That frame don't look that bad, you're using what you have and that adds to the hot rod vibe!
Nice work on the frame. This hot rod is coming together nicely.
Thanks 👍
Looks great and should be nice and strong 👍👍👍👍👍
I like how you are building the car you are doing a great job
Nice work Dan You will be driving before good weather !
I hope so!
Hey Danny, great job, remember, you built this, you are correct, you could have built new rails but you used what you had which is what they did back in the day, also think about what you have learned, what really bothers me is people that sit on the couch & put other people's handy work down & don't know the first thing about it....your doing a fine job....keep it up, looking forward to the finished project!!
As always I enjoyed the video. Thanks for the progress update!
looks awesome man, going to be the coolest kid in town when shes Cruisin´ The Streets !!!
The frame still came out nice Dan
It’s getting there.. good job on the frame work
thanks buddy!
Nice and clean, not a bunch of extra cross pieces. That’s a lot of welding, but looking good
Pretty Rad! Gonna be fun driving around in it for sure.
Looking good, Dan! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the update...love watching the rat rod build....keep up the good work, we'll keep watching.
I like the fact that you have made sure that it will be safe by reenforcing it at every joint. T-Wreck is shaping up well!
LOOKING GOOD DAN.
Loving the fabrication and welding, nice work Dan. 👍🏻
thanks buddy!
I’m kinda at the point anymore where I enjoy the build more than the finished product, engine and drivetrain stuff is fun but I love chassis stuff like you’re doing, welding and fabrication is the best. 👍🏻
Looks great to me. Impressive.
thanks buddy!
I enjoy your channel so much! Keep on Motoring brother!!!
That should be a kick ass little cruiser when she's finished love it
One suggestion: When you are folding over a "cover" like you did at the back step, If you run a "score" line across the outside edge where you are going to fold your piece down (cut half or a bit more through), it will fold down without making all that "de-formed" corner. Once it's folded over, it will leave a nice "v'd corner for you to fill with the welder. Grind all your welded edges -------------- presto!!
thanks man, good tip
Thanks for sharing your Garage Time with us Dan.
What a cool ride! Enjoying this build bro! When it comes to power to weight ratio, I can only imagine the pull this light ass ride will have!! Pretty awesome project too!!!
haha oya!
The back section is strong! But good thing it will be covered up by the body.😋 Nice job Dan!
Flat black, my favoite color.
I’m taking notes for my cheap hot Rod build.
Simply FANTASTIC , your attention to detail is awesome . Taming of the Shrew . Keep up the great work . Cheers
I like the diamond fish plates. Looks soooo much neater than just a strap.😀👍🤘✌️
First off Glad you two are healthy! Frame is looking good I really liked the way you folded the frame ends over, I leaned something there.
I understand that a good weld is stronger than the pieces it holds together... That being the case that frame should be strong... A great begining!
im hopingg so haha
Looking good Dan. This project is actually more entertaining then The 55 which I thought was great. Keep up the cool builds!
Thanks! Will do!
Dan , I'm sure there's a lot of people out there that wish they were doing what you just did. I'd do 4 cart wheels and a back flip if I could make and weld in your door bottoms.Well... maybe not the back flip(career ending injury immanent).Let's remember stick,mig or tig weld... a good weld is a good weld! We think you did a fine job .Your not building a formula one car it's a Hot Rod
Admire your drive! Getting it done!
Frame looks great!
Thanks!
Nice work Dan. I think it's great that you go the extra mile to make sure the frame is strong and safe. I've seen too many rat rod builds where the focus was on the art with no attention to proper design.
Very true!
Love it!!! Cant wait to start welding! Building a frame for the next project would be some sick videos
thanks buddy!
Nicely done👍🏻it does look better I enjoy how you always use what you have and don’t complicate things ...looking good keep having fun!
haha i like to keep it simple
You need some diagonal bracing to prevent racking of the frame . That’s what Ford did
At the trans rear susp mounting crossmember
Have Brent plasma cut components to form (4) 1 1/2 x 3 channel portions with oval lightening openings to form a 40 Ford style X member to triangulate the trans/rear suspension crossmember.
Rusty is right this isn't an erector car kit you bought. YOU built this. Well done sir.
Great job on the frame the fish plates turned out great but ya gotta put some cross bracing in there that will help and I would make a track bar for the rear. But those are only my suggestion. But what a awesome job so far and the front looks way better with that little bit being up.. Awesome job. And keep up the awesome work.. And like always keep the wrenches on turnin and the tires on burnin..
yup still needs some love
Coming along very nice. Great work ethic.
Thanks 👍
Looks good and strong
Watching and a learning. Thanks Bubba!
Good job it's a lot of work Dan get that frame together make a cool little hot rod
Looks great and super strong Dan! Loving the transformation....
Thanks so much!
Should look great when it's back together..👍
Dude.......you rock.
Looking great keep up the great work
Coming together nicely. Looks like a fun project. Keep up the great work. 👊✌
Thanks 👍
Really nice build. I am enjoying the progress. You made a comment about how it might have been easier to just build a frame from scratch. I think everyone needs a 1.0 version of major project. Your 2.0 rat rod can be from scratch. Short version, you're doing it right. :-)
thanks biuddy!
Yet another cool build. In record time just like your previous ones. I'd definately say that chassis needs some triangulation between the main rails though. Either a K at the trailing arm crossmember or an X for a gearbox crossmember. Or both. Top work.
Keep up the good work lad👍 🇮🇪🇨🇦
Looking good Dan keep up the good work mate
thanks buddy!
you inspire me to move my big ass ham! haha I cant wait to get my work season over with and get the Doje'llac buttoned up so I can get started on the V12 project! I think you're gonna like it!! keep em comin' m'friend!
im excited to see it! im sure itll be right up my alley
@@DDSpeedShop of course it will!! You a brudda frum anudda mudda!! Haha
Coming along great job on the frame.....
Going to be a cool ride!!!
thanks!
WAY COOL BUILD !!!!
Like that fish plating work for the reinforcing of the welds.Re paint 3 rattle can coats rather than 1 for longevity.What are you doing for shocks front and rear.
The frame looks great man.I got my 55 running under its own power.I got some kinks to work out.I did back it out of the shop and drove it down the driveway.Im just doing piddly stuff today,kinda took a break from heavier duty stuff.
Good job!
Enjoy your work ethic and on the fly ingenuity.How do you decide what projects you build for the audience and what projects become keepers ?
i just work on what I like. If it stays it sstays haha
Gonna be great when it's done 🖒🖒
Fun to watch. Quick and fearless metal work! Curious about what you are going to do with the body.
thatll b next
Hey Danny , The "T" is coming along good , I know your still a little ways off but can't wait to see it complete ! Joe
Frame looks good can't wait to see what you do next keep up the amazing work
Thanks 👍
Man I can't crtizxe your work I'm learning from you. Keep up the good work.
Awesome so far
I think with all that boxing and fish plates and gussets you could put a 5th wheel on the trunk lid and haul a gooseneck with that thing! That’s a pretty sturdy frame now
haha, thanks buddy
Awe job
Nice fish up work on the frame... once you put the body back on it’s going to look so much better
You're moving fast. Going to be fun little car.
Yep..."I'm happy with it"..and you're havin fun and I'm getting use to the background pickin' twang..
haha people love it
Cool project, keep the updates coming. Cheers
Looking good Dan! You make it look easy! Looks like that shop floor is building up a bit of a protective layer!! 😁
Lookin' good !
e'fn cool man! Keep going, can't wait to see more.
Thanks, will do!
Bit by bit it's getting there. Oh yeah !
day by day
Ain't nothing wrong with that frame at all. Looks safe enough