On a cold day I wear an old pair of bunker pants from fire service. Insulated and tough. In the summer you could pass out from dehydration but they sure keep you warm in the winter.
The light! The light! Crunch! 😊…it was probably time to scrap anyway. Thanks Mike - for me a daunting project and I can see for a lot of people after an initial burst of enthusiasm it would probably sit in limbo for years, but you’ll get it done and have a useful machine. Thanks Mike!😊
Well Captain, you certainly know how to talk the hind leg off a Donkey! Good project in view but trying to follow why something is happening can be tricky especially for an Englishman. That said, always good stuff much appreciated. Thank you for posting and glad to see the 555 doing sterling work.
Always go with the heavier duty option! 😂 In all seriousness, it will be easier to keep parts straight down the road when it needs parts. Plus I have never heard anyone regret have more capacity than needed.
With all the weight reduction going on it must have been a racing dump truck. We all know that lighter is faster. lol Major project, but worth the effort. Congrats on getting the plasma cutter. Thanks for sharing.
The Captain is putting himself together a nice fleet, cobbled together from old junk. This should go well with that backhoe. The dump truck will make the backhoe more useful, and the backhoe will make the dump truck more useful.
Hay Mike! You add a whole new meaning to "polishing a t*rd!" My 1977 Chevy 1-ton 350 V-8 Dump started out the same as what you are doing. It's a great truck. Bump the starter it's running, and it'll haul more dirt than you can put on it. Go with the super duty rear end, you'll be happy you did! Another awesome video, although you cost me some money! I'm gunna have to get me a plasma cutter - for all the reasons you listed. Thanks! Lee
Really amazes me and I am sure yourself that only 25% of the people are subscribed to your channel? Their loss as you have so much to share and give to your viewers. thank you sir for another great video.
I like how you think through the options “out loud” with us. If you can convert the existing rear end into enough cash that goes towards a super duty rear end, that will make you happy. That said, if you have enough confidence in the existing one (based on all inputs) and decide to “roll the dice”, I’m down for that too. Either way it’s a journey worth taking for us. You somehow make the mistakes and failures into learning experiences that we all get value from. It. Is…..one of the reasons why we watch you 👊💪
If you ever see a new building going up using Q decking, the cutouts make fine floors. It's just scrap to them. The ribs can be cut out for use separately.
Oh, am I loven this, this is going to be a sweet project, I want to see how you are going to build the the Frankentruck, bet you’re going to come up with ideas I would never have thought of, I’m probably more excited than you are! Thanks for the update sir.
You sure like a challenge there Captain ...... but as you said it's a great learning experience and I'm betting my dollar you will get er running and make good use of it on the homestead. Also Mike the 555 is coming in handy moving around big stuff.
Glad to see Vevor to the rescue. Glad they got you a plasma cutter. I may be repeating myself, sorry if so. Had a coworker who’s dad always wanted a plasma cutter so he bought one with nothing better to do. Ended up making a new career out of it. He had the proper licensing to empty and recover gas from old propane and refrigerant cylinders. Got an old trailer and started getting paid to take all the cylinders off of the areas townships that they collected during rubbish pickup. Emptied the cylinders properly and made them safe. Then cut them into chunks for scrap recycling. Apparently not many people want to bother with getting the proper instructions and licensing so they accumulate large stockpiles. Started making more part time then he did before retirement. Suspecting you could make some interesting videos doing the same while seeing what you can recover and reuse. Along with making some extra cash for projects. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts, ideas and videos. Wishing you and your family the best,
watching ratrod bob using his plasma convinced me into purchasing one and happy I did. Body swap isn't that tuff, look at it before whacking pieces off and you will see it clearly. Great exepeince when you are driving it.
The folks at mill supply were awesome getting me all the parts i couldn't get in Canada for my f550 dump truck rebuild. Love❤ the channel . Any parts that you anticipate removal, scrub the threads with a wire brush on a drill & soak in penetrating oil. Fabricate your panels Before you cut the old rusty ones out. Having a reference for size & shape is everything. In the end all your hard work is totally worth it.
It doesn’t get better than a good honest fun down to earth Captain Kleeman episode and a cold beer after a hard days graft. You innovate, break many rules and make us laugh but you ALWAYS get the job done ! 👍 You deserve way more subscribers than you have , you should have millions ! You are very much appreciated Mike, please keep em coming. Thank you and best wishes to you and yours Mike, from Britain 👍👍🇺🇸🇬🇧
I bought 30ft of 10 gauge wire connected directly to my flux core welder to a 30amp 120 plug. Works great. Just a thought. Look forward to all your videos!! The bridge is a work of art!!
Nice new plasma cutter, way to go!!! Just need a lot of volume of air and torch tip needs to be almost touching the metal. Travel speed depends on seeing the slag blowing out the bottom, as soon as that starts to quit happening, you need to slow down. That’s what I learned and I’m excited for this new experience for you.
A plasma is definitely nice to have. This build is gonna have plenty of content. Hopefully your channel is growing. More project revenue. Clint is smart man to be friends with.
Wouldn't hurt on a good cold day, double check the truck from alabama to see if any of our local color hitched a ride. The bigger stuff usually will run off, but those red wasp don't care
I would believe that rear axle will be adequate for your low speed property endeavors, as well as the brakes, the only thing just make sure you have a decent set of Springs under it
Beware the rear spring shackle mounts. The drain holes get clogged and they rot out completely. Dorman make decent replacements with all the bolts and bigger drain holes.
I like how you think through the options “out loud” with us. If you can convert the existing rear end into enough cash that goes towards a super duty rear end, that will make you happy. That said, if you have enough confidence in the existing one (based on all inputs) and decide to “roll the dice”, I’m down for that too. Either way it’s a journey worth taking for us. You somehow make the mistakes and failures learning experiences that we all get value from. It. Is. Why we watch you 👊💪
@@genesispuredeaf2390 The real problem is having 10 lug hubs on the front and 8 lug wheels in the back. He'd be much better off with a disc brake 10 lug F-450 D80 in the rear and all the wheels the same
Hey Mike, take precautions on the fuel line(s) (on both frames). Sometimes they are still pressurized with fuel, and if cut with a grinder or plasma cutter, can be disastrous. Great video series, look forward to the next one. Thank you sir.
keep your tip in good shape, orifice perfectly round keep your standoff distance correct, torch close to workpiece keep your arc angle and travel speed correct much love,
Mike I am so glad that things are coming together for you, every time I watch your videos it brings a smile to my face re living my youth with my Brother Sandy, who is no longer with us, but the things we got up to, a lot like you, if we put that and that together that should work, we had zero welding skills, and I ended up with arc eye more than a few times, man those were the days, when being poor was fun. So thank you again Mike for keeping it real, never forget where you came from, when you build your empire, it is nice that Clinton is giving you advice, he knows what he is doing, we may have fell out about attitude but I still secretly watch him, don't tell him, it is a fantastic group that has got together to help and benefit with each other, C&C Equipment, Dirt Perfect, Lets dig 18 ofcourse yourself and Farmer Chris, and lets not forget the marvellous Logger Wade, you get the idea, all a man needs to watch, who needs a TV.
4:20 Yeah I had the exact same thing with the forklift today. Its snowing outside and it wanted to start the whole time I cranked it but the battery went flat before it had the chance to fire on all pots 😂😅
I'm a plumber been around plasma cutters for a long time have two 50' heavy gauge cordss first thing i did when I bought this house put a hundred amp panel in my shop now I can weld and have lots of power
wahoo, you are really going to be busy, and i plan on being right there with ya. i have no fear of being knocked over anymore, but i can setting a few fire extinguishers around me and have an Emergency Fire Blanket. you know just in case.
Cap’n this is almost as complicated as a Rubic Cube. But, infinitely more fun to watch you solve!!! Nice start on the project… can hardly wait for the Dos-I-Doe!!!
Good morning sunshine! I love how instead of it being rusted out you call it "weight reduction" Im gonna start saying that! Lol! Great video! Much love from Henderson Ga USA
When I first got my plasma cutter I kept popping the 30 amp breaker. Luckily my wiring was already ran for 50 amps. I have never had a problem since installing the 50 amp breaker. Tip... just like a welder, the plasma cutter doesn't do well with extremely rusty surfaces.
I am sure you have already thought about it but I would under coat the frame of the super duty before you get to far along at least in the areas that will be hard to get to once the bed is installed. As always another good video, I always enjoy seeing what you are getting into! Be safe brother!
Hi Mike. Love that body style on the old Fords. Unless it runs like a top, you might want to consider looking for a different engine for the truck. Those 460's were not known to sip away at the old fuel. Sometimes you can find a deal on a 7.3 Powerstroke. It would be a nice power upgrade too.
Hi, just another day on the homestead 🤠more power to your elbow Captain you do us proud, and well done to your support crew ( the family ) what a team. 👍🐝🌞
Hope this helps! Keep up the great work and entertainment you provide me.
Er my motto: "Old Fords never die, they just rust in peace". Great find for that rust free HD cab & frame Mike.
On a cold day I wear an old pair of bunker pants from fire service. Insulated and tough. In the summer you could pass out from dehydration but they sure keep you warm in the winter.
Get in contact.
The light! The light! Crunch! 😊…it was probably time to scrap anyway. Thanks Mike - for me a daunting project and I can see for a lot of people after an initial burst of enthusiasm it would probably sit in limbo for years, but you’ll get it done and have a useful machine. Thanks Mike!😊
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Yeah,, at 13:34 I was thinking the SAME thing!!! lol
Hope you didn't plan on keeping the orange flashing light, I suspect it won't support the weight of the box.
Haha!! I heard that thing go CRUNCH!!
Don’t worry he’s got a JC Whitney catalog
I was thinking about that too 😂😂
Well Captain, you certainly know how to talk the hind leg off a Donkey! Good project in view but trying to follow why something is happening can be tricky especially for an Englishman. That said, always good stuff much appreciated. Thank you for posting and glad to see the 555 doing sterling work.
I have no idea what you're saying 🤣
Always go with the heavier duty option! 😂 In all seriousness, it will be easier to keep parts straight down the road when it needs parts. Plus I have never heard anyone regret have more capacity than needed.
The air chisel on old fittings trick really works. I used your trick when removing 10 dry rotted hydraulic hoses on my JD310
Pretty handy
With all the weight reduction going on it must have been a racing dump truck. We all know that lighter is faster. lol
Major project, but worth the effort.
Congrats on getting the plasma cutter.
Thanks for sharing.
You got that right!
The Captain is putting himself together a nice fleet, cobbled together from old junk.
This should go well with that backhoe. The dump truck will make the backhoe more useful, and the backhoe will make the dump truck more useful.
Exactly!
Hay Mike! You add a whole new meaning to "polishing a t*rd!" My 1977 Chevy 1-ton 350 V-8 Dump started out the same as what you are doing. It's a great truck. Bump the starter it's running, and it'll haul more dirt than you can put on it. Go with the super duty rear end, you'll be happy you did! Another awesome video, although you cost me some money! I'm gunna have to get me a plasma cutter - for all the reasons you listed. Thanks! Lee
That frame should be the cover photo for rust jacking WOW 😮
It's pretty impressive
Shame about the orange light on the headache rack on the bed 🇬🇧🇬🇧👍👍
I suspect that's gonna be really handy, fun project to watch, too. Thanks for the coffee entertainment, take care!
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Really amazes me and I am sure yourself that only 25% of the people are subscribed to your channel? Their loss as you have so much to share and give to your viewers. thank you sir for another great video.
A Start to a dump truck build great video thanks Mike
I like how you think through the options “out loud” with us. If you can convert the existing rear end into enough cash that goes towards a super duty rear end, that will make you happy. That said, if you have enough confidence in the existing one (based on all inputs) and decide to “roll the dice”, I’m down for that too. Either way it’s a journey worth taking for us. You somehow make the mistakes and failures into learning experiences that we all get value from. It. Is…..one of the reasons why we watch you 👊💪
Don't know what you're doing? Doesn't matter as long as you're having fun doing it.
Thanks for taking us along.
Exactly!
Get yourself a good water separator for the plasma cutter. Makes a big difference. I use one that uses beads that collects the water.
Project is much more fun watching someone else tackle it 😂😂 good stuff
That should make your life a lot easier around your property, once up and running. Good work Captain.
You got that right!
You are giving us a whole new meaning of a "Dragster"...lol. Have a good one and be safe.
Get in contact.
If you ever see a new building going up using Q decking, the cutouts make fine floors. It's just scrap to them. The ribs can be cut out for use separately.
Check the CFM requirements on your plasma against the CFM rating of your compressor. Plasma Cutters take a good volume of air to run well.
Dry air is also critical, or you'll be going through a lot of consumables.
Oh, am I loven this, this is going to be a sweet project, I want to see how you are going to build the the Frankentruck, bet you’re going to come up with ideas I would never have thought of, I’m probably more excited than you are! Thanks for the update sir.
We shall see
You sure like a challenge there Captain ...... but as you said it's a great learning experience and I'm betting my dollar you will get er running and make good use of it on the homestead. Also Mike the 555 is coming in handy moving around big stuff.
RIP orange blinky light. You were a good light and served us well!
@OfficialCaptainKleeman 🖕 scammer
nice start on the build im sure clint will fix you up with info and some more parts maybe. well done captain .cheers.
Gonna look great when your done, it’s gonna be a great little dump truck Mike👍👍😎😎🍮🍮
Thanks Allen
Mike just continue being you,your mind is going at full speed with all your projects and ideas.great video as always.👍👍👍😎😎😎
Thanks Tom!
Glad to see Vevor to the rescue. Glad they got you a plasma cutter. I may be repeating myself, sorry if so. Had a coworker who’s dad always wanted a plasma cutter so he bought one with nothing better to do. Ended up making a new career out of it. He had the proper licensing to empty and recover gas from old propane and refrigerant cylinders. Got an old trailer and started getting paid to take all the cylinders off of the areas townships that they collected during rubbish pickup. Emptied the cylinders properly and made them safe. Then cut them into chunks for scrap recycling. Apparently not many people want to bother with getting the proper instructions and licensing so they accumulate large stockpiles. Started making more part time then he did before retirement. Suspecting you could make some interesting videos doing the same while seeing what you can recover and reuse. Along with making some extra cash for projects. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts, ideas and videos. Wishing you and your family the best,
Run what you have and get some bigger springs. You can change it never in the future. Lol
Lol
MIKE, always enjoy the journey! Ya make it interesting!
Thanks 👍
watching ratrod bob using his plasma convinced me into purchasing one and happy I did. Body swap isn't that tuff, look at it before whacking pieces off and you will see it clearly. Great exepeince when you are driving it.
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The folks at mill supply were awesome getting me all the parts i couldn't get in Canada for my f550 dump truck rebuild. Love❤ the channel . Any parts that you anticipate removal, scrub the threads with a wire brush on a drill & soak in penetrating oil. Fabricate your panels Before you cut the old rusty ones out. Having a reference for size & shape is everything. In the end all your hard work is totally worth it.
It doesn’t get better than a good honest fun down to earth Captain Kleeman episode and a cold beer after a hard days graft. You innovate, break many rules and make us laugh but you ALWAYS get the job done ! 👍 You deserve way more subscribers than you have , you should have millions ! You are very much appreciated Mike, please keep em coming. Thank you and best wishes to you and yours Mike, from Britain 👍👍🇺🇸🇬🇧
Cool project, I advise getting a heavy duty rear end, with newer braking system, with the hills you’re running around on
Not the orange light! 😢 This is going to be an exciting winter project. Can’t wait to see more videos on it
More to come!
If you weld a hook on the back of the bucket front and back or the end of the boom. Your straps and chains will be easier and safer to use
It has hooks, that's what the chain is hooked to...
You’re a lot braver than most for taking on a job that rusty
Thats what bondo is for, lol
@@samgooglesungm1543
And tetanus shots.
I bought 30ft of 10 gauge wire connected directly to my flux core welder to a 30amp 120 plug. Works great. Just a thought. Look forward to all your videos!! The bridge is a work of art!!
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Beauty is, perfect match for the 555! Way to go Captain!
Thanks!
Awesome project! And I would definitely swap the current soupy-duty axle with a superduty! :D
don't forget you can gouge with that durn thing and a feller could remove old welds if he wanted!
Get in contact.
Nice new plasma cutter, way to go!!! Just need a lot of volume of air and torch tip needs to be almost touching the metal. Travel speed depends on seeing the slag blowing out the bottom, as soon as that starts to quit happening, you need to slow down. That’s what I learned and I’m excited for this new experience for you.
For sheet metal a plasma torch is hard to beat. Structure iron needs a bit more heat, that’s where the oxyacetylene shines.
A plasma is definitely nice to have. This build is gonna have plenty of content. Hopefully your channel is growing. More project revenue. Clint is smart man to be friends with.
Wouldn't hurt on a good cold day, double check the truck from alabama to see if any of our local color hitched a ride. The bigger stuff usually will run off, but those red wasp don't care
Nice work, captain.
You need to get the cold start heater working on the back-hoe. Works great on my 550 tlb..
Nice to see ya starting this project , cant wait for next vid 👍🇺🇸
Love the new project !
Thanks!
Just don't forget the longer your cord the more your amperage drops off you could have a problem with power again
Awesome job starting on a new project mike
Thanks!
Captain keep those rails that you cut those from the dump bed and the cylinder left to where you can have a pattern to make the new ones
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This will make you a nice addition to your equipment on the homestead! Great progress getting the bed off, now to start the swap!!
A plasma is definitely nice to have.
I would believe that rear axle will be adequate for your low speed property endeavors, as well as the brakes, the only thing just make sure you have a decent set of Springs under it
Beware the rear spring shackle mounts.
The drain holes get clogged and they rot out completely.
Dorman make decent replacements with all the bolts and bigger drain holes.
I like how you think through the options “out loud” with us. If you can convert the existing rear end into enough cash that goes towards a super duty rear end, that will make you happy. That said, if you have enough confidence in the existing one (based on all inputs) and decide to “roll the dice”, I’m down for that too. Either way it’s a journey worth taking for us. You somehow make the mistakes and failures learning experiences that we all get value from. It. Is. Why we watch you 👊💪
@@genesispuredeaf2390 The real problem is having 10 lug hubs on the front and 8 lug wheels in the back.
He'd be much better off with a disc brake 10 lug F-450 D80 in the rear and all the wheels the same
Bed come off easier than I expected. It's going to be repairable. Going to be great work truck when done.
Dang another good one? You're too good Captain. This project is going to be good, i can tell already!
Bash on Mike! Take care & stay safe.
Get in contact.
Hey Mike,
take precautions on the fuel line(s) (on both frames). Sometimes they are still pressurized with fuel, and if cut with a grinder or plasma cutter, can be disastrous.
Great video series, look forward to the next one.
Thank you sir.
I think common sense says to cut out any lines in the path of any material being cut 👍
keep your tip in good shape, orifice perfectly round
keep your standoff distance correct, torch close to workpiece
keep your arc angle and travel speed correct
much love,
Awesome plan can’t wait to watch
Thanks!
I've been anxiously awaiting the start of this series for some reason. I love your
"Go Gettum" attitude for reasoning. Well done Mike.
Your projects ROCK!😇
Thanks!
This is exciting watching what you're going to do next. Building your own dump truck. This has got to be good! Thank you for sharing! 👍 24:01
Appreciate ya watching
Ask Clint about a shorty truck, very popular.
I can’t wait for the summit kit. I recently purchased a 555A and that’s honestly how I found your channel.
Captain Kleeman the master of recycling ♻ the government should subsidise you.
Captain another great adventure! Thanks for sharing! Kevin
Mike I am so glad that things are coming together for you, every time I watch your videos it brings a smile to my face re living my youth with my Brother Sandy, who is no longer with us, but the things we got up to, a lot like you, if we put that and that together that should work, we had zero welding skills, and I ended up with arc eye more than a few times, man those were the days, when being poor was fun. So thank you again Mike for keeping it real, never forget where you came from, when you build your empire, it is nice that Clinton is giving you advice, he knows what he is doing, we may have fell out about attitude but I still secretly watch him, don't tell him, it is a fantastic group that has got together to help and benefit with each other, C&C Equipment, Dirt Perfect, Lets dig 18 ofcourse yourself and Farmer Chris, and lets not forget the marvellous Logger Wade, you get the idea, all a man needs to watch, who needs a TV.
Hello, I'm new to the profession, I want to learn a lot through video❤❤❤
MIKE, always enjoy the journey! Ya make it interesting!
I see lots of welding practice in your future!have fun, can't wait for the updates
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Good morning Kleeman, thanks for the vid!
Appreciate ya watching
@@CaptainKleeman I enjoy it a lot!
Mike your a man of many different hats to say the least
Get in contact.
4:20 Yeah I had the exact same thing with the forklift today. Its snowing outside and it wanted to start the whole time I cranked it but the battery went flat before it had the chance to fire on all pots 😂😅
When I see rust like that I always remember why god blessed Texas. Keep up the hard work
You guys are lucky down there for sure!
I'm a plumber been around plasma cutters for a long time have two 50' heavy gauge cordss first thing i did when I bought this house put a hundred amp panel in my shop now I can weld and have lots of power
Good luck on your latest project! 👍
Thanks!
Have you considered putting the welder generator on a trailer with a small compressor so you can take the plasma cutter anywhere you need it?
Cannot wait for the next video Mike, nice job! Thank you for bringing us along on your adventures!!!!
wahoo, you are really going to be busy, and i plan on being right there with ya. i have no fear of being knocked over anymore, but i can setting a few fire extinguishers around me and have an Emergency Fire Blanket. you know just in case.
Get in contact.
👍 I like how you end some of your videos, sparing us from the rambling, thanks.
Thanks Captain, this is exciting !
Cap’n this is almost as complicated as a Rubic Cube. But, infinitely more fun to watch you solve!!!
Nice start on the project… can hardly wait for the Dos-I-Doe!!!
Good job, Mike. Always a pleasure coming back to your vids.
Haha im one of the plasma folks. man this is going to be a game changer for your fabing!
Pretty excited!
Good morning sunshine! I love how instead of it being rusted out you call it "weight reduction" Im gonna start saying that! Lol! Great video! Much love from Henderson Ga USA
When I first got my plasma cutter I kept popping the 30 amp breaker. Luckily my wiring was already ran for 50 amps. I have never had a problem since installing the 50 amp breaker. Tip... just like a welder, the plasma cutter doesn't do well with extremely rusty surfaces.
Hey Cap!! Really excited, have been waiting for this project to start.
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Looks like a fun project. Your energy for it is awesome to see
Thank you!
It's a pretty good argument to have all the same bolt pattern on the wheels of your dump truck for when you get to do a surprise tire rotation.
Solid point
Sounds like a very busy December.
Well you sure know how to make a fella wonder, Mike. Can't wait to see what you have in store.
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Vevor has some nice 240 extension cords I've been looking at , 50 and 100 foot ....
I am sure you have already thought about it but I would under coat the frame of the super duty before you get to far along at least in the areas that will be hard to get to once the bed is installed. As always another good video, I always enjoy seeing what you are getting into! Be safe brother!
Unfortunately can't this time of year. Too cold.
@@CaptainKleemanNever use undercoating
Sheep grease (lanolin) or Mustie1's favorite (bar oil melted with bees wax toilet rings)
fluid film.
@@bladewiper Or Woolwax, whatever..
Another great video. I always enjoy watching you take on projects that would be way over my head. Can't wait for the next one.
Hi Mike. Love that body style on the old Fords. Unless it runs like a top, you might want to consider looking for a different engine for the truck. Those 460's were not known to sip away at the old fuel. Sometimes you can find a deal on a 7.3 Powerstroke. It would be a nice power upgrade too.
Hi, just another day on the homestead 🤠more power to your elbow Captain you do us proud, and well done to your support crew ( the family ) what a team. 👍🐝🌞
Nice hole in ur Pants for cutting metal. keep the white truck mirrows.
I see some videos coming in the spring or summer of moving earth from down by the pond to the front of the yard perhaps.🤔 Stay safe Captain.