The link cover now doubles as a water/mud holder with the way it was bent! Lol love all your work and knowledge on everything! Keep up the great shows!
I really loved the music in this episode, especially the jazz sax. I don't know if it is, but hat sounds alot like Grace Kelley and Leo P. Awesome jazz that adds just the right touch to your video. This long form episode was great, thanks.
I wondered the same thing about the break, and because nobody gave me a real answer, all I could think of is it breaks the plain that the sheet was on.
I think it's called a 'brake' because the they're meant to hold the metal in place from moving while forming without dies or other fixtures. No dies or stamps, just the platen and shoes or fingers. Bonus points because they have handles or foot pedals to apply "brake pressure". Also the full name of the machines historically describe what operation they perform - press brake, bending brake, etc.
Lots of cool stuff going on. I would caution keeping the aluminum panels bare in the Comanche. I drive a day cab Mack Granite with polished 1/4 fenders and cab guard, it looks good but when any of it catches the light right it lights up the inside of the cab and is distracting, even after three months.
I love the content, I just found you on RUclips, but have been watching since Extreme 4x4 with Jessie. At 50:00 though, Buddy, you NEED an air actuated ram on that engine stand, if anyone NEEDS one, it's you Ian! Harbor Freight sells them for cheap!😁
On the bed, I know you're having the spare in back, it would look cool with a jeep tailgate? Solid mounted for rigidity. A fake bead rolled? Was going to be viewer #2, but my wife skipped on by ya. Love your work and shows.
Kind of a 2 part question and Hopefully they make sense. Is there some kind of secret to a full weld on your tubing for cages with very minimal gap (between cage and body)? Do people just add gussets for added welding surface?
35:10 @Big Tire Garage. Ian what are you doing for inner wheel liners to close off the front and behind the shock tower to the existing bed side? Can’t wait to see more of the fab on this.
I ended up bolting it through the four holes in the base....worked great because I offset it slightly so I could put my drill bit indexes and my cordless drills on the stand as well....kind of like an all in one drilling station
You could also use nitrogen for your laser to get more life out of your consumables. Dry, Easier and less upkeep. If you ever wanted to get away from the compressor.
Hey ian, I've been following you/watching you since Xtreme 4x4 and have always loved your content my question for you and your Q&A (which i love), is what is your opinion or take on harbor freight tools?
Doing some research, the term “brake,” as used in modern sheet metal fabrication, comes from the Middle English verb breken, or brake, which meant to bend, change direction, or deflect. The verb “brake,” as used in sheet metal shops, comes from a Middle English verb that meant “to bend.” In modern use, a brake is a machine that bends. Also, I love the color of the Defender and am looking to do a similar color on one of my vehicles. Any chance you could share the color name or color code for it?
Not gonna run the roll bar into the back...rhe shop truck has the same cage style...i originally thought doing a rear kicker....but I like how it looks now
Love the Big Tire garage have watched you turn wrenches for year’s! When it comes to beadlock wheels which is better an aluminum wheel and ring setup or metal? Where do you stand on weld-on kits?
Do you paint the back side of brackets, tabs, spring perches, sheet metal, etc to prevent rust before you weld it in place and can never get to it again? Also, thoughts on weld through primer?
What's nice a out this swap is, the 5.3 is only 25 lbs heavier than the amc 4.0 👍. Do you have scales in your shop? I'm interested to know how much it weights when you're all done. (I already got stickers; thank you.im just curious)
@@BigTireGarage yes I would like a chance at buying it. I’ll shoot you an email, also Tstone told me you had a good Netflix playlist for the rubicon? Lol
Another great video Ian. Quick question, what's the lead time between shooting for the TV shows and the airing of them. You keep talking about "your having the crew in to shoot the video" but we never know it will be on... Again keep up the good work Cheers Randy
BIG body mod hu? Pack of sticks says your making it a convertible like the old Gen 1 Dakota’s 😉. And if I’m wrong you won’t be able to get the idea out of your head. 😂 As always keep up the hard work and thanks for sharing your knowledge.
When you film your RUclips episodes do u have to wait a certain amount of time before u can post due to “other show” projects sitting around in the background?
Verne Simmons has done something similar, Shannon Campbell is building a seriously cool TJ as well. I would also look at some of the builds that Chris Durham has done
So my build right now I have the unique opportunity to snag up a well built dana 44 with locker should I build it rear steer right off the bat? I could build it using that axel in the rear and just lock the knuckles out until I've gathered all the parts for full hydro. Any input is welcome as long as it's constructive.
Hey Ian, I am in the process of building my first jeep. I’m building a Jku Dana 60 front sterling rear, I have seen others build their own driveshafts. I have the fabrication knowledge and ability to build mine but I’m unsure on balancing, have you had any experience doing so?
@@madjeepernh6834 if its just a crawler, find the size tubing that fits tight inside or out side and cut and sleeve existing shafts to length, keep the u joints in phase and it will be super straight. You can take it to a driveshaft shop and have it balanced.
DO NOT BUILD YOUR OWN DRIVESHAFTS....there is no reason to do this....the money you spend on the tubing and the D Shaft parts makes it not worth it. Plus getting them balanced and safe will be impossible. If you are were building a buggy or rock bouncer I would say yes....but not for a street rig
I wouldn't be surprised if you answered this before Ian. But do you still own the gorilla? And I remember when you was on the fiero episode of monster garage.
I've always enjoyed watching you do your builds since xtreme 4x4 keep up the assome work you definitely know how to keep people interested
Great tips on air quality for plasma cut quality and consumable life 👍👍👍
Drill press build starts at 36:26
Like x mas getting an hour long video!!! Sweetness thanks man you rock!
The link cover now doubles as a water/mud holder with the way it was bent! Lol love all your work and knowledge on everything! Keep up the great shows!
That metal work on the bed look awesome. So nice to see you take the time to make it look great as well as function.
I really loved the music in this episode, especially the jazz sax. I don't know if it is, but hat sounds alot like Grace Kelley and Leo P. Awesome jazz that adds just the right touch to your video. This long form episode was great, thanks.
Northern Tool makes some great working and long lasting double locking casters.
I wondered the same thing about the break, and because nobody gave me a real answer, all I could think of is it breaks the plain that the sheet was on.
Idea for bed panels. Piano hinge with Dzus fasteners on opposite side. Like a truck tool box. Hinge it length wise with the bed.
I put my drill press on a cart too. Pretty handy to be able to move it where you actually need it.
Love the background music in this video
I think it's called a 'brake' because the they're meant to hold the metal in place from moving while forming without dies or other fixtures. No dies or stamps, just the platen and shoes or fingers. Bonus points because they have handles or foot pedals to apply "brake pressure". Also the full name of the machines historically describe what operation they perform - press brake, bending brake, etc.
Great video Ian! That Defender-clone is badass and I'm really digging the Comanche as well.
There is some great fabrication in this segment. Like usual. Defender, Gomanche , and drill press stand all very impressive.👍🇨🇦
Thanks
My most anticipated build of the last couple years!
Can you share the tip for creating your own thread chaser by cutting 2 slits in an existing bolt/nut? I feel like folks would appreciate that.
Plate and bolt, that’s what I do 👍🏼
Lots of cool stuff going on. I would caution keeping the aluminum panels bare in the Comanche. I drive a day cab Mack Granite with polished 1/4 fenders and cab guard, it looks good but when any of it catches the light right it lights up the inside of the cab and is distracting, even after three months.
Look forward to your videos. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Great episode.
Another great video. I always get great fab ideas watching you. Love your energetic music too.
looks great by the way.....😎
I love the content, I just found you on RUclips, but have been watching since Extreme 4x4 with Jessie.
At 50:00 though, Buddy, you NEED an air actuated ram on that engine stand, if anyone NEEDS one, it's you Ian! Harbor Freight sells them for cheap!😁
I alway love the Comanche look. The gomanche might even look better than the jcr manche. As alway awsome job!
really enjoy your fab work thanks for sharing
Another great video 👍👍
On the bed, I know you're having the spare in back, it would look cool with a jeep tailgate? Solid mounted for rigidity. A fake bead rolled?
Was going to be viewer #2, but my wife skipped on by ya. Love your work and shows.
Build a shelf under the Cart for drill bits and stuff
I really want to get into bead rolling. Looks like a lot of fun!
It becomes addicting.....you spend a lot of time finding a spot to put a bead rolled panel once you make a few
@@BigTireGarage haha I say the something about tig welding.
Hopefully you have some plans for drain holes in that section in front of the link cover - would make a nice little bird bath if it rains but.....
Good idea....getting drill now
Nice
Dig the music!
Big body mod after a chopped bed…maybe a chopped top to match or maybe a boat tail on that bobbed bed?
Kind of a 2 part question and Hopefully they make sense. Is there some kind of secret to a full weld on your tubing for cages with very minimal gap (between cage and body)? Do people just add gussets for added welding surface?
35:10 @Big Tire Garage. Ian what are you doing for inner wheel liners to close off the front and behind the shock tower to the existing bed side?
Can’t wait to see more of the fab on this.
Gonna build em
What about taking the cast base off of the drill press and using the 4 bolts to mount it to the stand?
I ended up bolting it through the four holes in the base....worked great because I offset it slightly so I could put my drill bit indexes and my cordless drills on the stand as well....kind of like an all in one drilling station
Hey Ian, will you talk more about a TJ gas tank in the back of a JK frame?
Sure...
@@BigTireGarage thank you
Dunno for sure maybe its a "Sheet Metal Brake" cause it breaks the "Sheet/Flat part" into a shape. 🤔 Just beer thoughts.
You could also use nitrogen for your laser to get more life out of your consumables. Dry, Easier and less upkeep. If you ever wanted to get away from the compressor.
How are you going to access the upper links for maintenance with the cover welded to the bed? Remove the whole thing?
Hey ian, I've been following you/watching you since Xtreme 4x4 and have always loved your content my question for you and your Q&A (which i love), is what is your opinion or take on harbor freight tools?
Doing some research, the term “brake,” as used in modern sheet metal fabrication, comes from the Middle English verb breken, or brake, which meant to bend, change direction, or deflect. The verb “brake,” as used in sheet metal shops, comes from a Middle English verb that meant “to bend.” In modern use, a brake is a machine that bends.
Also, I love the color of the Defender and am looking to do a similar color on one of my vehicles. Any chance you could share the color name or color code for it?
Something to plan for now on the Comanche is where will the rollbar tie into in the back?
Not gonna run the roll bar into the back...rhe shop truck has the same cage style...i originally thought doing a rear kicker....but I like how it looks now
Love the Big Tire garage have watched you turn wrenches for year’s! When it comes to beadlock wheels which is better an aluminum wheel and ring setup or metal? Where do you stand on weld-on kits?
Can't go wrong with a Cummins
Tool cubby by the tires
Do you paint the back side of brackets, tabs, spring perches, sheet metal, etc to prevent rust before you weld it in place and can never get to it again? Also, thoughts on weld through primer?
Are you worried about mud and gunk getting in that center cection where the link come thru the bed? Should it be cut out more to not hold dirt?
What was the colour you did on the defender? I’ve been looking for a good “od green” but it’s surprisingly hard to find one.
My old Delta drill press weighs 200 lb. I think I'll keep on the workbench. lol
I was surprised you didn't keep the seam of the tube to the inside of the table top. Maybe it's just me!
In front of the rear wheels of the Comanche are you planning on making that lockable storage?
Not lockable...but accessible
Ian... what drill press did you get?
What's nice a out this swap is, the 5.3 is only 25 lbs heavier than the amc 4.0 👍. Do you have scales in your shop? I'm interested to know how much it weights when you're all done. (I already got stickers; thank you.im just curious)
this truck is not getting an LS.....it has the Jeep 3.8L v6
@@BigTireGarage it's gonna be awesome just the same. Digging the build man
Can you use a thread chaser as a bottom tap?
I don't think you could....they don't have enough "bite" to actually cut the threads...just enough to clean up what is there
What happened to the Dakota shop truck? I loved the start, wanna see it finished! For sale?
You wanna buy it?
@@BigTireGarage yes I would like a chance at buying it. I’ll shoot you an email, also Tstone told me you had a good Netflix playlist for the rubicon? Lol
Another great video Ian. Quick question, what's the lead time between shooting for the TV shows and the airing of them. You keep talking about "your having the crew in to shoot the video" but we never know it will be on...
Again keep up the good work Cheers Randy
Is that defender wider than a normal defender?
BIG body mod hu? Pack of sticks says your making it a convertible like the old Gen 1 Dakota’s 😉. And if I’m wrong you won’t be able to get the idea out of your head. 😂
As always keep up the hard work and thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Close! I do have two mods actually planned...just not sure if I have time for both
Ans convertible was one idea
When you film your RUclips episodes do u have to wait a certain amount of time before u can post due to “other show” projects sitting around in the background?
Nope
@@BigTireGarage that’s a good thing.
Any tips on lowering a tj tub on the frame? Cutting the bottom of the grill, tranny tunnel, a boatsides. Who's done it?
Verne Simmons has done something similar, Shannon Campbell is building a seriously cool TJ as well. I would also look at some of the builds that Chris Durham has done
@@BigTireGarage thank you!
So my build right now I have the unique opportunity to snag up a well built dana 44 with locker should I build it rear steer right off the bat? I could build it using that axel in the rear and just lock the knuckles out until I've gathered all the parts for full hydro. Any input is welcome as long as it's constructive.
What size tire?
35"
What brand are the Defender gauges??
Classic Instrumnets Moal Bomber Series
Why don't you have water in your plasma table?
My table is a downdraft table.....has actually less smoke than a water table
I have one too same set up 🫡💪🏻🤟🏽
Hey Ian, I am in the process of building my first jeep. I’m building a Jku Dana 60 front sterling rear, I have seen others build their own driveshafts. I have the fabrication knowledge and ability to build mine but I’m unsure on balancing, have you had any experience doing so?
Get it built professionally. If you drive on the roads at all.
@@madjeepernh6834 if its just a crawler, find the size tubing that fits tight inside or out side and cut and sleeve existing shafts to length, keep the u joints in phase and it will be super straight. You can take it to a driveshaft shop and have it balanced.
DO NOT BUILD YOUR OWN DRIVESHAFTS....there is no reason to do this....the money you spend on the tubing and the D Shaft parts makes it not worth it. Plus getting them balanced and safe will be impossible. If you are were building a buggy or rock bouncer I would say yes....but not for a street rig
What are you watching on your phone around the 18:00 minute mark?...LOL
No idea...I normally let TV shows just play in the background while I work when I run out of Podcasts to listen to
I took a look at the edit...it was Street Outlaws
I wouldn't be surprised if you answered this before Ian. But do you still own the gorilla? And I remember when you was on the fiero episode of monster garage.
The music sounds like Too Many Zoos
Love too many zoos
your tool recommendations hurt my wallet.....weekly
I don't like castor wheels, everything I have is set up for a pallet trolley to move things around
I could see that working as well!!!
why not just leave the extra bed floor and make a storage box out of the void in between the new bed wall and the original bed?
Tires eat up most of it....there is space in the front under the aluminum panels for the Fuel Cell, and the Air Tanks for the air Ride
Why didn’t you just mitre the corners on the table top?
Using scrap...didn't have enough long pieces to miter the corners
👍🏽🇺🇸👍🏽
I have used those wheels a lot. They are junk. Removable is the way to go!!!
Kevin Williams is copying your hair style to grow a couple inches.
Does the anit-spatter also help keep the table from rusting?
Drill press build starts at 36:26