Agree I have seen some wreckers where they had plywood inside behind the tool box it would hold the water and rot the metal around it. Could also use an undercoating or box liner.
Agree completely, not only would it look better with black Flexiseal - but without being thoroughly sealed, those exposed end cuts are going to start to delaminate much sooner that you want them to…
FYI, the builds are my favorite content. I enjoy the time you put into excellence of metal work to make them special when completed. I think the combination of "how to" content while working the builds is the perfect content mix.
Analytics be damned - fabulous project and fabulous results. For sure you are a great teacher and inspiration but it is nice to see a project to its end.
I've been following this bill since the beginning matter of fact it was the first time I ever watched your show. I want to thank you for your advertisement on the welder I have been welding with a stick and not very good for years. I got one of those and it took me three times to weld a lot better than I have been for my lifetime. So much easier with a wire fed than it is with a stick welder. Thank you once again for your advice
Fabulous work Karl. You, Elio, Brent and the thrash squad knocked it out of the park. It’s been a pleasure watching every step of this build. Looking forward to the Japhands roadshow! Rock on man.
You are really good at propelling the creativity and inspiration along. I am sure your supporters and sponsors have no regrets about helping with this awesome build.
Wowsers! Knew this build was massive, but seeing you sitting inside one of the boxes (comfortably) really drives the point home! She's a BEAST! The enthusiasm between you and Elio, and everyone how helped on this build was just plain smile inspiring! Us loyal viewers will be here for all your content! Go Japhands and Elio and crew, keep moving forward!
YEAH , ME TOO..! LOVE THAT RAMP TRUCK..MY DAD SEMI REBUILT A DUMP TRUCK SIMILAR TO THAT BEAST … PS ; SOME DAY BUILD A AIR CONDITIONED SLEEPER ON THAT CAB ..LOL..! THANKS KARL..! ❤🏁
Hey Karl. Awesome, awesome, awesome and congratulations to you and everyone else involved on the completion of the ramp truck. I'm a long-time subscriber and you have helped me and taught me more than you will ever know. More power to you, Steve (New Zealand).
It's takes a village! You had loads of helpers and support. I enjoyed it all. That thing will be with you for decades. It's uses are endless! One last thing, please. Old Skool Hot Rod pinstripes!!!!
23:27 - beautiful country side here . reminder that the sky is blue and anything is possible in life and Karl is proof… congrats Karl on all your success , well deserved
Very cool man! Elio and Brent are some very good people, and it’s been a pleasure to watch how all your friends come together to help the project to completion. The feels are real 🙂
I’m so excited for you watching you reminds me of me and my brother building our first wrecker more than 35 years ago. I’ve learned a lot from you about metal working as well. So when they say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. Is false
Hey Carl, love what you do, I watch all of your updates. Someone mentioned the Zephyr, so think Bart Simpson; we there yet? We there yet? lol. Whatever you do holds my interest. Your idea of visiting and helping other subscribers with projects would certainly add another dimension to what you do, great idea.
I've been subscribed since you worked on the 70's Chevy van. I'm here for everything you do. You want to make a shop fan. I'm in. If you don't finish a project, that is fine with me. I enjoy every episode. It is ultimately about making stuff. Still subscribed.
Awesome to see it completed. Looking forward to whatever comes next. Keep it coming and love that you acknowledged everyone who contributed to this project and your channel. Aloha🤙🏼
Hey Carl, love what you do, I watch all of your updates. Someone mentioned the Zephyr, so think Bart Simpson; we there yet? We there yet? lol. Whatever you do holds my interest. Your idea of visiting and helping other subscribers with projects would certainly add another dimension to what you do, great idea. Congrats on the completion it was a great journey.
Oh man Carl, what a day! I've been hoping and praying for this day. I'm so excited for you. A great truck that's built strong 💪. Thanks for creating this video 📸. You ROCK Carl!!!
The paint job on the deck looks spectacular. The storage cubbies look great and will be put to good use for sure. All the little details are really cool and very practical. Look forward to seeing the ramp truck being put to good use. Look forward to seeing what's next. Congrats to all who participated and contributed, but specifically to you, Brent and Elio. Be safe and stay well.
Maybe have someone holding a hairdryer where you're trying to work the vinyl. Heat gun might be too much. The heat might allow for more stretch. I don't think I've ever thought this about anything you've ever done before, but I'm not really digging the vinyl padded look. That might just be an Aussie thing but. I've never dug that look. But hey, I do admire your diligence as always and going for what you're chasing and what I always admire about you is trying your best at something you've never done before ( usually always with incredible results 👏🏻 ). All the best Brent with your build, have fully enjoyed following this build as with all the others. Keep up the great work and your personality is pure sunshine on a shitty day. As always, LOVE YOUR WORK.
That is weird that there has been a dip in analytics. I wouldn't have guessed that. For me, this project was the easiest thing to watch. The progress came fast and furious which to me keeps the viewer engaged but I think that is super hard to do week in and week out. Some channels build stuff like this all the time and keep the progress up and I don't know how they don't burn out.
Really enjoyed this build . I have built several trailers including a 30’ enclosed for hauling our race cars around. Built our own aluminum cabinets for it . We are currently building out a 40’ Prevost bus into a motor home, and have a 52 ford F-4 we want to do a ramp truck build. Love the videos. Your metal working skills are over the top!
That ramp truck is sick. I am sure I speak for many. I am happy to watch this build start to finish. If you have ever built something from the ground up you know it takes an incredible amount of time. Forget the money, hundreds of hours of time. Most of us build part time, nights and weekends so triple the time it takes to finish a build. You have taught me a lot. I enjoy your variety of projects. Thanks Kevin and Ellio.
Great Job On Such An Outstanding Build, Hit & Miss, Trial & Error You Guys Concord It All. Can't Say How Much I Enjoy WatchingYour Builds. I Also Watch Brent & Enjoy His Builds, Especially After " Especially After Rising From The Ashes" That Disaster Was So Heart Renching. You Two Complement Each Other Very Well, I Applaud You Both. I Also Enjoy "Bad Chad" From Nova Scosher, Ya All Are Great!!
I love the ramp truck, and have watched all of the videos. I'm so glad to see it done and how it turned out, and it turned out great! Now we're looking forward to more of your regular content.
My 2cents, I enjoy the big builds, but my favorite videos usually have you metal working a piece from start to finish and sharing the process and what you look for and how you make the decisions for each detail of that piece. Throw back favorite, taking a HAMMERED roof and planishing it back to shape to prove it can be done simply.
Turned out Awesome Karl… That truck is incredible. I can’t wait to see it making the rounds with the hot rod on the deck. You guys are inspiring…Thank you.
Nice ramp truck project build My 2 cents Hide a tow hitch in front Tons of chains, straps, snatch blocks, gloves and air tools Storage for 4x4 Go jacks Long air line. Long jumper cables Fuel jug storage Show how to recover a car in a ditch and a rollover For me it’s a shop truck
Congrats man! Engine squeak is a bummer but hey, opportunity for an upgrade! Bad azz looking truck and it’s gonna be a big asset to the shop and gettin things done 👍
Karl, I keep tuning in to see the progress on these projects. Don't get me wrong, I love all the tools and metal working tips and tricks but I really like most to see what you do and how you do it when you are building things like the Lincoln, the Ramp Truck, and the Caddy. Your creativity on these builds is really inspiring so please continue to do these builds as well as the tools.
Luv me some Ramp Truck!! I've always liked ramp trucks. They were a big part of 60's and 70's grassroots drag racing. Simple and very functional. I got mine 2 years ago and have put it to good use. Mines not as Kool as yours but I like it just the same. Nice Job!! Can't wait to see it put into action!!
good work! For durability you should varnish or paint the wood, even if "treated" (means the glue won't let it delaminate just from water exposure, but the protection of wood itself is left tobe done according to the final application), at least the horizontal panels (likely to keep puddles at places)...
Nice to see a build complete! I'd be inclined to paint outside of that ply. Treated or not, paint will really help it last. Great work getting it done. Huge effort.
Just a Tip You can use Polyester resin on the joins and the endgrain to stop the Ply swelling even though it is treated that will help bigtime. Looks great Karl.
1st) GREAT BUILD....... 2nd) I don't see this build as a reason for anyone to NOT watch. I LOVE seeing builds like this AND I LOVE to see the end result without having to wait 10 years!!!!! 3rd) I Love HALFAST !!! He is how I found your channel.. 4th) Am I missing something or is the back seal in the drivers rear compartment NOT sealing against anything????? 5th) More work on the Lincoln PLEASE!!!!! I am dying to see that car in completion.... At least all of the metal work!! 6th) I rarely FF through any of your videos. I enjoy the MAKE IT YOURSELF life........ All just my .02
Karl it looks fantastic Hats off to you Ellio Brent and everyone else who chipped in for the build, on a side note Re the locker lights i would have put them on their own circuit pretty much like the interior lights on a car with the same switches so that they only come on when you open the doors that way you don't have to have the marker lights on, also i know you said the wood was water resistant but for a bit of belt and braces i would have coated the outside with some underseal. 👍👍👍
Outstanding Truck, Outstanding Fabrication, Outstanding Personnel, Outstanding Sponsorships! I’ve enjoyed watching every episode of this build series on your channel and on Brent’s. Such an amazing build, thanks to everyone involved especially Karl, Elio and Brent and all of your wrenching buddies.
Karl, spray the outside of the plywood boxes with Flexiseal spray to water protect the outside of the boxes.
Agree I have seen some wreckers where they had plywood inside behind the tool box it would hold the water and rot the metal around it. Could also use an undercoating or box liner.
Agree completely, not only would it look better with black Flexiseal - but without being thoroughly sealed, those exposed end cuts are going to start to delaminate much sooner that you want them to…
Sweet ride guys
Rolling on fiberglass resin works really good too
And maybe even do a Raptor coat on the inside of the box's.
FYI, the builds are my favorite content. I enjoy the time you put into excellence of metal work to make them special when completed. I think the combination of "how to" content while working the builds is the perfect content mix.
Yea the balance is spot on and keeps me coming back every time
Right on thanks for the feedback!
Analytics be damned - fabulous project and fabulous results. For sure you are a great teacher and inspiration but it is nice to see a project to its end.
Totally! That truck freaking rules!!
Love your work and your relationship working with your brother. Having Brent (AND ESTER!!!) from Half Ass Kustoms doesn't hurt. TEAM WORK! Nice truck.
I've been following this bill since the beginning matter of fact it was the first time I ever watched your show. I want to thank you for your advertisement on the welder I have been welding with a stick and not very good for years. I got one of those and it took me three times to weld a lot better than I have been for my lifetime. So much easier with a wire fed than it is with a stick welder. Thank you once again for your advice
Fabulous work Karl. You, Elio, Brent and the thrash squad knocked it out of the park. It’s been a pleasure watching every step of this build. Looking forward to the Japhands roadshow! Rock on man.
You are really good at propelling the creativity and inspiration along. I am sure your supporters and sponsors have no regrets about helping with this awesome build.
Great job guys, looks good. As much as I like the metal work videos I am here for the projects. Keep it up
The builds are kind of like “talk the talk, walk the walk”
Yup. Fully agree
Wowsers! Knew this build was massive, but seeing you sitting inside one of the boxes (comfortably) really drives the point home! She's a BEAST! The enthusiasm between you and Elio, and everyone how helped on this build was just plain smile inspiring! Us loyal viewers will be here for all your content! Go Japhands and Elio and crew, keep moving forward!
Seriously glad to see this finished!!! I'd love to see more builds. But you do what you need to do, I'm going to watch anyway.
Awesome truck Karl, something you can be proud of to have. Maybe see you here in Arizona some day.
YEAH , ME TOO..! LOVE THAT RAMP TRUCK..MY DAD SEMI REBUILT A DUMP TRUCK SIMILAR TO THAT BEAST … PS ; SOME DAY BUILD A AIR CONDITIONED SLEEPER ON THAT CAB ..LOL..! THANKS KARL..! ❤🏁
Hey Karl. Awesome, awesome, awesome and congratulations to you and everyone else involved on the completion of the ramp truck. I'm a long-time subscriber and you have helped me and taught me more than you will ever know. More power to you, Steve (New Zealand).
Fellow kiwis here too, great content alright 👍
Awesome build! So cool you and Brent (Halfass Customs) colabbed on it, rock!!!🤘🏼😎👍🏻
I agree Eric
Shoot building the vehicles is just as fun as watching you do metal work
It's takes a village! You had loads of helpers and support. I enjoyed it all. That thing will be with you for decades. It's uses are endless!
One last thing, please. Old Skool Hot Rod pinstripes!!!!
I like your channel the way it is. I mean most of the time it is metal work. It is cool to see you work on your own projects as well. Keep it up man
Oh yes sir Brent what a great person to have as a great friend well done
I've got no idea why this channel isn't over a million subscribers when channels bolting on a set of wheels are? I throughly enjoy your videos
23:27 - beautiful country side here . reminder that the sky is blue and anything is possible in life and Karl is proof… congrats Karl on all your success , well deserved
Very cool man! Elio and Brent are some very good people, and it’s been a pleasure to watch how all your friends come together to help the project to completion. The feels are real 🙂
Wow she is gorgeous Karl. Well-done guy's. Brent is awesome. Thanks for sharing your journey with us. Take care be safe.
Awesome!! Such a great watch all the way thru. Good job guys - happy for ya!
It's always a pleasure to see you work Karl! Your enthusiasm is the icing on the cake!😎
I’m so excited for you watching you reminds me of me and my brother building our first wrecker more than 35 years ago. I’ve learned a lot from you about metal working as well. So when they say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. Is false
I bow to you oh awesome ones. You guys have killed it. Great work & such a useful piece of equipment. Billy J..... Queensland, Australia.
Freakishly awesome build, Karl! Thanks for taking us along for the ride!
Hey Carl, love what you do, I watch all of your updates. Someone mentioned the Zephyr, so think Bart Simpson; we there yet? We there yet? lol. Whatever you do holds my interest. Your idea of visiting and helping other subscribers with projects would certainly add another dimension to what you do, great idea.
Awesome man, always down for a working holiday haha!
That looks great! Good to see it all together and on the road!
I think the engine replacement should have two digits, a dot between them, ending in a nine... 😉
The Florida pool pump motor repair guy 32750 approved ! that was good info & see = looks good! Make it Kustom
I've been subscribed since you worked on the 70's Chevy van. I'm here for everything you do. You want to make a shop fan. I'm in. If you don't finish a project, that is fine with me. I enjoy every episode. It is ultimately about making stuff. Still subscribed.
I loved the ramp truck build. I love the metal working. Keep up the videos. I've watched them all.
Awesome to see it completed. Looking forward to whatever comes next. Keep it coming and love that you acknowledged everyone who contributed to this project and your channel. Aloha🤙🏼
Hey Carl, love what you do, I watch all of your updates. Someone mentioned the Zephyr, so think Bart Simpson; we there yet? We there yet? lol. Whatever you do holds my interest. Your idea of visiting and helping other subscribers with projects would certainly add another dimension to what you do, great idea. Congrats on the completion it was a great journey.
Great Job on the Ramp truck! Enjoyed seeing it come together and all the help you got.
Congratulations Karl and Elliot on the finished Rampage Truck. Hope your mechanical problems are done. Thanks for sharing! Looks beautiful 🤩
💯👊👍
Oh man Carl, what a day! I've been hoping and praying for this day. I'm so excited for you. A great truck that's built strong 💪. Thanks for creating this video 📸. You ROCK Carl!!!
The paint job on the deck looks spectacular. The storage cubbies look great and will be put to good use for sure. All the little details are really cool and very practical. Look forward to seeing the ramp truck being put to good use. Look forward to seeing what's next. Congrats to all who participated and contributed, but specifically to you, Brent and Elio. Be safe and stay well.
Maybe have someone holding a hairdryer where you're trying to work the vinyl. Heat gun might be too much. The heat might allow for more stretch.
I don't think I've ever thought this about anything you've ever done before, but I'm not really digging the vinyl padded look. That might just be an Aussie thing but. I've never dug that look. But hey, I do admire your diligence as always and going for what you're chasing and what I always admire about you is trying your best at something you've never done before ( usually always with incredible results 👏🏻 ).
All the best Brent with your build, have fully enjoyed following this build as with all the others. Keep up the great work and your personality is pure sunshine on a shitty day. As always, LOVE YOUR WORK.
Good job getting it done. Never miss your videos, Karl. Keep up the good work.
Really enjoyed watching this come together! Turned out GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!! 🤜🤛
FANTASTIC! Now back on the Zephyr 😁
Brilliant job Karl . Well done to you all..
That turned out amazing very well done guys WOW
Brilliant job, Karl. Definitely up to the usual standards we've come to expect from you. Safe travels
in the mighty beast! Cheers from OZ.
I enjoy seeing the builds finished. But I do enjoy your tutorials. I've learned so much! Mike
Loved this truck at the Layed Out show this year! Now I just need you to bag my squarebody suburban!
I was pretty jacked up to see this video in my feed. You guys killed this project. Props to everyone involved.
That is weird that there has been a dip in analytics. I wouldn't have guessed that. For me, this project was the easiest thing to watch. The progress came fast and furious which to me keeps the viewer engaged but I think that is super hard to do week in and week out. Some channels build stuff like this all the time and keep the progress up and I don't know how they don't burn out.
Really enjoyed this build . I have built several trailers including a 30’ enclosed for hauling our race cars around. Built our own aluminum cabinets for it . We are currently building out a 40’ Prevost bus into a motor home, and have a 52 ford F-4 we want to do a ramp truck build. Love the videos. Your metal working skills are over the top!
That ramp truck is sick. I am sure I speak for many. I am happy to watch this build start to finish. If you have ever built something from the ground up you know it takes an incredible amount of time. Forget the money, hundreds of hours of time. Most of us build part time, nights and weekends so triple the time it takes to finish a build. You have taught me a lot. I enjoy your variety of projects. Thanks Kevin and Ellio.
amen! my thoughts exactly
Much appreciated!!! And ya the time is the killer!
Great Job On Such An Outstanding Build, Hit & Miss, Trial & Error You Guys Concord It All. Can't Say How Much I Enjoy WatchingYour Builds. I Also Watch Brent & Enjoy His Builds, Especially After " Especially After Rising From The Ashes" That Disaster Was So Heart Renching. You Two Complement Each Other Very Well, I Applaud You Both. I Also Enjoy "Bad Chad" From Nova Scosher, Ya All Are Great!!
I love the ramp truck, and have watched all of the videos. I'm so glad to see it done and how it turned out, and it turned out great! Now we're looking forward to more of your regular content.
I enjoyed watching this build, it is always nice to see the completed project. Look forward to seeing what come next.
I absoulutly love the videos. You've given me the courage and drive to tackle my 51 chevy and make as much of the panels as i can. Thank you
This build turned out great Karl! Really a unique and useful truck you Elio and Brent built.
My 2cents, I enjoy the big builds, but my favorite videos usually have you metal working a piece from start to finish and sharing the process and what you look for and how you make the decisions for each detail of that piece. Throw back favorite, taking a HAMMERED roof and planishing it back to shape to prove it can be done simply.
I loved the ramp truck build. Excellent job. Keep doing what you love.
Cheers from Australia.
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Way cool. The final product is pretty awesome.
It really turned out beautiful....
Looks great! I’m glad to see it’s finished and can’t wait to see what you focus on next!
Great Job Karl and Elio!
Terrific project. Like your use of the small marker litghts
Turned out Awesome Karl… That truck is incredible. I can’t wait to see it making the rounds with the hot rod on the deck. You guys are inspiring…Thank you.
The ramp truck is beautiful. I love your content.
The ramp truck is the coolest thing/project you’ve built!!! BAD ASS!!!
Love the lights. Nice touch! 💪👍🏼
Steel/Aluminium guages- Another good reason why metric is the better way to go! Love from Australia! lol
Fantastic project. Great to see it to completion.
I really enjoyed watching this project come together. Always beautiful fabrication 👌
Nice ramp truck project build
My 2 cents
Hide a tow hitch in front Tons of chains, straps, snatch blocks, gloves and air tools
Storage for 4x4 Go jacks Long air line. Long jumper cables Fuel jug storage
Show how to recover a car in a ditch and a rollover
For me it’s a shop truck
Bravo!💪👑
Great work Karl & the Gang!
Greetings from Sweden 🇸🇪
Congrats man! Engine squeak is a bummer but hey, opportunity for an upgrade! Bad azz looking truck and it’s gonna be a big asset to the shop and gettin things done 👍
Thanks for bringing all of us along on this epic ride, building this epic ride. It's been a pleasure to watch just like everything else you guys do.
Karl, I keep tuning in to see the progress on these projects. Don't get me wrong, I love all the tools and metal working tips and tricks but I really like most to see what you do and how you do it when you are building things like the Lincoln, the Ramp Truck, and the Caddy. Your creativity on these builds is really inspiring so please continue to do these builds as well as the tools.
Luv me some Ramp Truck!! I've always liked ramp trucks. They were a big part of 60's and 70's grassroots drag racing. Simple and very functional. I got mine 2 years ago and have put it to good use. Mines not as Kool as yours but I like it just the same. Nice Job!! Can't wait to see it put into action!!
Love the ramp truck. Looks Awesome and should look really good cruising down the highway at night!
good work!
For durability you should varnish or paint the wood, even if "treated" (means the glue won't let it delaminate just from water exposure, but the protection of wood itself is left tobe done according to the final application), at least the horizontal panels (likely to keep puddles at places)...
Nice work guys, that is a huge build for 2 people to complete.
Karl Elio and Brent. you did awesome job.
Stayed with you on the entire build. Great finished truck.
I prefer full custom vehicle builds... you are very talented man... love to see you build Hot Rods..👍👍
Killer job guys the truck looks absolutely fantastic and a real stunning unique build 🔥👍
The truck looks fantastic a very enjoyable video series. Thanks Karl
Karl I loved this build mate, absolutely fantastic job with it. Definitely needs a truck motor though, hauling all that steel around, lol.
Nice to see a build complete! I'd be inclined to paint outside of that ply. Treated or not, paint will really help it last. Great work getting it done. Huge effort.
The truck turned out great 👍👍
looks great, well done guys!
looks awesome! Can't wait to see it again. I like the wood box idea. Keeps it quieter rolling down the road as well.
You should put an inverter for electrical in the truck. Could put a mini fridge/ microwave in for those long trips. Plus use some tools if needed.
That thing went through quite the transformation. Well done guys!
Great project. Really enjoyed it. Congratulations!!
Just a Tip
You can use Polyester resin on the joins and the endgrain to stop the Ply swelling even though it is treated that will help bigtime.
Looks great Karl.
1st) GREAT BUILD....... 2nd) I don't see this build as a reason for anyone to NOT watch. I LOVE seeing builds like this AND I LOVE to see the end result without having to wait 10 years!!!!! 3rd) I Love HALFAST !!! He is how I found your channel.. 4th) Am I missing something or is the back seal in the drivers rear compartment NOT sealing against anything????? 5th) More work on the Lincoln PLEASE!!!!! I am dying to see that car in completion.... At least all of the metal work!! 6th) I rarely FF through any of your videos. I enjoy the MAKE IT YOURSELF life........ All just my .02
So stoked for you guys! You crushed it!!! You made it your own & has been a blast following along! Can't wait to see where you take this!!!
Bad ass builds bros keep pushing!! Love the channel
So So Sick!!! Love that truck. Well done.
Karl it looks fantastic Hats off to you Ellio Brent and everyone else who chipped in for the build, on a side note Re the locker lights i would have put them on their own circuit pretty much like the interior lights on a car with the same switches so that they only come on when you open the doors that way you don't have to have the marker lights on, also i know you said the wood was water resistant but for a bit of belt and braces i would have coated the outside with some underseal. 👍👍👍
Turned out amazing Karl.
Outstanding Truck, Outstanding Fabrication, Outstanding Personnel, Outstanding Sponsorships!
I’ve enjoyed watching every episode of this build series on your channel and on Brent’s. Such an amazing build, thanks to everyone involved especially Karl, Elio and Brent and all of your wrenching buddies.