Ben is a national treasure, 2 ways you know he is next level #1 Santa couldn't drink beer and keep up #2 Santa did not interrupt him just listened. I saw 2 hours and debated watching, but wow 🤯 so glad I did
I grew up in Georgetown back in the 80's and saw this jeep on main street before the start of Jeeper Jamboree every year. I remember one year he hauled it up to Georgetown on a lowboy with 2 other flat fenders that were very similar. I got so many Ideas for building jeeps from this guy. This guy is amazing. I miss those days. Great video!!!
If you sat through all 2 hours...THANK YOU for taking the time to understand my DAD and what I grew up around LOL This is just the tip of the iceberg of many projects, but glad that Trevor sweet talked his way into opening up the first set of doors for you all :) Do you want to see more??? ~ Charlene
I was impressed that santa understood a large percentage of what Ben was throwing at him. Ben can figure things out and also build build them. A very unique guy
Great history and great knowledge we can all learn from Ben, never stop learning never stop building. So proud to call this guy my friend and have him on the team for decades. If you really want the E ticket ride in that Jeep have him take you Super Bowl at Dumont Dunes in the dark. You don't know where it is but he does. As soon as the lights tip over the top of the dune he shuts them off, mats the gas and doesn't lift until you feel the fighter pilot G force at the bottom. You ass is one with the seat cushion, your heart left chat and you cheeks the next morning from smiling.
That was a whole lot going on there! He must be way smarter than 99% of the ppl out there to figure all that stuff out then actually build the stuff he has made.
I generally know when I am over my head. We have so many pro's in the offroad community that they can be searched out and asked for help. Through the team and Jason's interest, we have initiated a few ideas that really didn't pan out for us... but found their way into other aspects of racing. KOH breaks stuff. Short track not so much. Early on we threw the caution flag on portals and more feedback into the arms and steering. Beefing parts helped but it will probably be the hydraulic guys who minimize the problem. In final testings. That takes the heat out of mechanical compromises. Lots of pro's out there that don't know you problems but have guidance or answers. An awesome community. Why we are here and not NASCAR or Drag Racing for example. Cheers
Thanks for sharing this , awesome next level up and very inspiring gentleman. Wish i had him near me to get his help and teach me a tiny bit bit of his knowledge and experience. Merry Christmas to everyone. Remember everyone Jesus Christ is the answer 🙏✝️ let him be part of your life.
True. The project has grown dramatically. And the journey HAS been bitchen. Luckily a buddy saw the same dilemma 10 years ago and stumbled me into a capable LJ to tide me over on the trails. (The most expensive single part in my build......LOL)
Ben is a national treasure, 2 ways you know he is next level #1 Santa couldn't drink beer and keep up #2 Santa did not interrupt him just listened. I saw 2 hours and debated watching, but wow 🤯 so glad I did
This man and people like gale banks has propelled the motor sports industries to the levels we enjoy today
I grew up in Georgetown back in the 80's and saw this jeep on main street before the start of Jeeper Jamboree every year. I remember one year he hauled it up to Georgetown on a lowboy with 2 other flat fenders that were very similar. I got so many Ideas for building jeeps from this guy. This guy is amazing. I miss those days. Great video!!!
If you sat through all 2 hours...THANK YOU for taking the time to understand my DAD and what I grew up around LOL This is just the tip of the iceberg of many projects, but glad that Trevor sweet talked his way into opening up the first set of doors for you all :) Do you want to see more??? ~ Charlene
I was impressed that santa understood a large percentage of what Ben was throwing at him. Ben can figure things out and also build build them. A very unique guy
Merry Christmas! I’m watching this x-mas morning with some coffee and spinach dip by a mulberry fire
Wild building
A REAL craftsman, engineer, and artist 😁👍 beautiful work
Great history and great knowledge we can all learn from Ben, never stop learning never stop building. So proud to call this guy my friend and have him on the team for decades. If you really want the E ticket ride in that Jeep have him take you Super Bowl at Dumont Dunes in the dark. You don't know where it is but he does. As soon as the lights tip over the top of the dune he shuts them off, mats the gas and doesn't lift until you feel the fighter pilot G force at the bottom. You ass is one with the seat cushion, your heart left chat and you cheeks the next morning from smiling.
That was a whole lot going on there! He must be way smarter than 99% of the ppl out there to figure all that stuff out then actually build the stuff he has made.
smart as heck and an incredibly hard worker with a lifetime of learning under his belt, plus learning more all the time!
Merry Christmas thanks for the show and the Jeep, the level of expertise is mind blowing
Oh my God ben is the man what this man does is unbelievable top notch love this video he inspires me
Ben is an amazing guy. I could bench race with him for hours. Good times.
What a jewel, the jeep but more so Ben. Great skills.
Such an epic old man! 🤘 Sweet video!
I just wonder what he could do with a big budget and some professional engineering help I imagine it would be amazing!!
I generally know when I am over my head. We have so many pro's in the offroad community that they can be searched out and asked for help. Through the team and Jason's interest, we have initiated a few ideas that really didn't pan out for us... but found their way into other aspects of racing. KOH breaks stuff. Short track not so much. Early on we threw the caution flag on portals and more feedback into the arms and steering. Beefing parts helped but it will probably be the hydraulic guys who minimize the problem. In final testings. That takes the heat out of mechanical compromises. Lots of pro's out there that don't know you problems but have guidance or answers. An awesome community. Why we are here and not NASCAR or Drag Racing for example. Cheers
Mind is definitely blown putting this evolution together on Xmas Eve Thanks Merry Xmas!!!
incredible!
That flat fender is BADASS! Merry Christmas
Right on Trevor love the 12 rigs of xmas thanks dog!
not sure if I kept up with all the info that Ben was trying to tell us. Love it!
Absolutely Amazing
SO AWESOME you finally did Ben Bower’s flatty. I already know…cause I know Ben…but I’m guessing you’re going to show in engine that’s in his house.
Like scissors……🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣
Santa needs to hire Ben to work in his workshop.
Oh God....Not work.............
Thanks for sharing this , awesome next level up and very inspiring gentleman. Wish i had him near me to get his help and teach me a tiny bit bit of his knowledge and experience. Merry Christmas to everyone. Remember everyone Jesus Christ is the answer 🙏✝️ let him be part of your life.
Dude is wild my brain couldn’t handle the shit going on in his head
First! Love the DIY billet
He’ll never finish it that’s too bad but sometimes the journey is more fun than the destination.
True. The project has grown dramatically. And the journey HAS been bitchen. Luckily a buddy saw the same dilemma 10 years ago and stumbled me into a capable LJ to tide me over on the trails. (The most expensive single part in my build......LOL)
Crap. I’m 3rd. Always love a Flatty. Sheesh…
Vega GT steering wheel.
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My first tilt column for my CJ was out of a Vega
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🤣🤣🤣Trevor walking is good for ya , Never a dull moment with ya 🇺🇸🫵