Rebuilding the Perfect Wheelbase: TIG Welding a Split Frame Back Together for Chassis Swap
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 ต.ค. 2024
- Welcome to the latest episode of our 'Modern Frame Swap Series' where we take a 2018 Dodge Ram 2500 chassis and cut it in half to fit under a classic 1978 F250. In the last video, we showed you how we removed a section of the frame to shorten the wheelbase by 3 feet, and in this video, we're TIG welding the frame back together to create a complete and solid foundation for our dentside build.
Join us as we walk you through the TIG welding process and demonstrate how we ensure a perfect fit and finish. You'll learn some valuable welding tips and techniques along the way, and see the progress we've made towards our goal of building a one-of-a-kind showstopper.
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Man! I was looking for a video showing someone TIG welding a frame... everyone is "no... can't be done, is not going to be strong, too much rust"... but I can see that is totally possible. I'm just learning and I have a 2004 avalanche that needs some frame repairs.... and I love this truck... so I'm not giving up. thanks for making this video!
You just have to prep your area and you'll be fine with TIG! Good luck!
This was awesome! Thanks for sharing!! Love the truck content and wow the shop looks great.
Thanks for watching and thanks for the compliments! I like filming the truck content too. It is what im truely passionate about!
Awesome video! Let's gooo
Thanks Marcus! Thought it turned out decent myself! Gotta get another one out here soon! Had a trip to Detroit/Indianapolis last week so I am behind
I'm a new subscriber and I like what you're doing, to bad you didn't have the frame mounted on a rotisserie when welding it back together, but I'm sure it will be just as strong as the factory weld! Good job!
Hey thanks for subscribing!
A rotisserie would be awesome for welding/body work. However they take up a good chunk of room when not using.
I've never really welded anything vertical or upside down so this was a learning experience for me. Turned out good though!
Keep watching the body is almost finished being mounted. Waiting on some body mounts in the mail to finish filming/editing the next video!
@@barnbuiltbeaters I hear ya, I did see a video not to long ago were a feller built his own rotisserie and it could be disassembled when not in use. But you are getting it done and that's all that counts!
Nice but you could turn down background music. It’s tough to hear you at times, where’s your weld thru primer? I’m afraid of rust developing on that bare metal on inside of frame where you slid the two halves together
I agree about the music and apoligize. I watched it through my headphones after editting and it didnt seem as loud. I watched it afterwards and noticed it seemed a bit louder. Ill adjust for my next vid! Thanks for the feedback!
Yes i didnt spray weld through. To be honest, i forgot. I had all my measurements all set and didnt want to pull it apart and ruin my measurements.
Im not going to drive in winter so i highly doubt itll rust. I plan on coating the frame anyhow and can get a spray wand to coat inside of frame rails. An oversight for sure but shouldnt be an issue imo
Ya coat it as well as you can. It’s great to see someone who appreciates the Dodge frame as I do and mimics the weld patterns. Those give more surface area to weld and keep it strong
@@justinmize4316i plan on painting it or POR15 it. POR15 is super durable but eventually turns grey after awhile. Paint is as durable but will forever look nice. Not sure which way to go!
Dodge chassis seems like an awesome bulletproof platform. Hope im right!
Glad you approve of the weld too. My body friend suggested the idea and im like "duh, that makes total sense not sure why I hadnt thought of it!"
That is a nice clean and bright shop. What engine are you putting in the truck?
Thanks for thr compliments and the view! I have a 12V Cummins to throw in there which is why I went with the modern Dodge frame. Motor mounts should be similar, if not identical, to the 2018 Cummins mounts. Trans and Tcase should bolt into the chassis too. Ill have to relocate the Tcase crossmember though.
If you have anymore questions ask away!
@@barnbuiltbeaters good idea. I have a 95 f250 powerstroke and it just got the cab back on yesterday. Still got to finish the front end
@@Atlanticsoutheasthillbilly sounds like you have a big project too. Sounds cool!
Bout to weld a new top idler arm bolt braket shit suck but I imagine at 150 with a 3 32 ck gold tungsten and a lil filler It should be better than the orignal
Good luck! I'd imagine it'll turn out great!