Strange Airbag Suspension System Ep 4 - 1939 Hudson Rat Rod Part 14

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  • Опубликовано: 21 авг 2024
  • The third video in a series about fabricating a front suspension airbag system that incorporates torsion bars as well. This relates to the wishbone suspension of pick-ups like Isuzu, Nissan Hardbody and Ford Courier.
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Комментарии • 535

  • @ezzathawash2475
    @ezzathawash2475 Год назад +91

    Keep doing what you're doing Dif. You're fabrication techniques are fascinating to watch and learn from!

    • @davidpearigen1892
      @davidpearigen1892 Год назад +1

      Keep it up

    • @gub0ne182
      @gub0ne182 10 месяцев назад +1

      Yes please keep it up. I'm recently found your channel and working through them. I hope the ones coming up keep with all the technical details.

  • @PatriotPainter
    @PatriotPainter Год назад +65

    I like your videos exactly the way they are. I think you have a perfect balance showing things in depth without making it monotonous. One of my favorite channels on RUclips.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Год назад +3

      Thank you!

    • @38Chev572
      @38Chev572 Год назад +3

      I must agree wholeheartedly!

    • @bills641
      @bills641 Год назад +1

      I like the way you are doing your videos,you show how you can make custom tools (plasma Circle stencils

    • @bills641
      @bills641 Год назад +1

      Cool stuff 👍

  • @stevetaylor921
    @stevetaylor921 Год назад +37

    Keep on just like you been, dont skip the small stuff. Love watching and listening to you Diff.

  • @nateackerman3310
    @nateackerman3310 Год назад +36

    Diff, I definitely enjoy seeing all of the technical details, it really makes your videos interesting. I don't like the videos that build some crazy complex custom car but leave out 90% of the steps along the way. Keep them coming, I look forward to your videos very much!

  • @DarrinzWorld6697
    @DarrinzWorld6697 Год назад +3

    If it aint broke dont fix it. Your style is what keeps us coming back.

  • @stashwaxroller1740
    @stashwaxroller1740 Год назад +20

    I was very glad to see your years of wisdom prevented you from turning on the lathe spindle while cutting off your bushing with the wheel of death! One could have easily ended up on the other side of the lathe with one's flip flop feet in the air ! (It actually worked rather well) We must make do with what we have , which is what I admire about you . I for one enjoy seeing you work out and film the steps of your fabrication. Your videos are something of a trade school for rat rod builders! (that's meant to be a compliment)

  • @johnsterling5611
    @johnsterling5611 Год назад +12

    Keep doing what you enjoy doing... I enjoy the engineering and problem solving that you do

  • @bradpage8967
    @bradpage8967 Год назад +6

    Please keep showing the details. Seeing how you and others do things helps to build the gray matter. So glad you didn’t turn on the lathe when parting off!😁

  • @tonyfeltham9051
    @tonyfeltham9051 Год назад +2

    Just do what you’re doin Dif. There’s not enough people that will go into the details you do. Love it. DONT CHANGE.

  • @77Rickenbacker4001
    @77Rickenbacker4001 Год назад +3

    If you remember,I was one of the viewers who begged for longer videos LOL.Keep doing what you're doing Brother.Seeing the process from idea to completion is fascinating!Cheers!

  • @joeboddie2291
    @joeboddie2291 Год назад +9

    Your videos are great the way they are if any thing go longer or two times a week! Keep it up love it!

  • @gmc.joesousa4360
    @gmc.joesousa4360 Год назад +4

    Always fun to watch . Auto Art at it's best. Show the details so people can learn your way. Browsers can Fast Forward

  • @danielhughes9556
    @danielhughes9556 Год назад +8

    More progress, and more technical details! I love all the technical stuff, and I'm dying to see how this works out. I do hope you brace the hell out of the "tombstone" end of the airbags. There's a lot of force in that area. I'm sure it will go through some forest engineering. Thanks for the lakka video!

  • @TheOldaz1
    @TheOldaz1 Год назад +2

    The artistry continues and I'm loving it. Thanks Div, beautiful work. I think you struck the right balance by showing the construction of one piece, then the second one just appears.

  • @shanefagan9642
    @shanefagan9642 Год назад +3

    G,day div.
    Shane from australia here.
    As to your request i can't speak for anyone else but i look forward to your videos due to your skill set and how you display your thoughts and process of tackling each hurdle.
    Your imagination and outside the box thinking is an inspiration to others.
    Keep up the good work mate 👍

  • @mowguy1
    @mowguy1 Год назад +2

    I like watching you do the details, because you never know what you can learn and the time goes fast.

  • @vernecunningham5341
    @vernecunningham5341 Год назад +3

    Keep doing what your doing, I like watching people who know how to do things right. Enjoy your show very much, watching in Alberta Canada.

  • @mamamarius
    @mamamarius Год назад +4

    Soos die Hollanders sê 'doe zoo voort'. Don't change your format Diff. I learn through seeing. I love the way you are doing it and taking us with on your fascinating process. Don't take the lekka out of lekka!!

  • @keysangler247
    @keysangler247 Год назад +1

    "We're all here" 'cause we're not all there' (country song )
    Keep being you that's why we're all here. Thank you.

  • @kevind5508
    @kevind5508 Год назад +5

    Your videos have a good balance. Enough know how to help people learn but not to much where it drags out. Keep doing what you're doing. Progress looks good and those arms turned out fantastic

  • @julianpurcell8167
    @julianpurcell8167 Год назад +2

    Please keep showing your magic design and fabrication skills. Realy inspiring for me get on with my projects.

  • @knothead5217
    @knothead5217 Год назад +2

    Do what makes you happy, but I love watching all the fabrication work. It seems like every video I learn a new technique.

  • @MrJonfaircloth
    @MrJonfaircloth Год назад +3

    I don't do fab work or build rat rods. I enjoy your videos the way they are. I always learn something from your videos. Thanks for sharing your skills with us. I would love a video on your backstory/history before RUclips.

  • @ericg303
    @ericg303 Год назад +2

    Keep showing the details. Don't change a thing. I like hearing your thought process and how you solve the problem. There is more than one way to do something and by seeing several solutions it helps one in determine what will work for their project. Keep up the good work I look forward to a new video each week.

  • @jamescrook0264
    @jamescrook0264 Год назад +2

    Your good man, don't change anything. Stay who you are, the old man in the African forest with forest engineering

  • @DoonerF
    @DoonerF Год назад +11

    My brother! This is my honest opinion. I love the way your doing this. Even though I’m not building such a machine, seeing your thought process really helps me when I work on my old jalopy. Sometimes I have to fabricate something, and seeing the way you think things through sure helps me.
    And the fact that it’s entertaining as hell to me. Makes me wish I was there in person.
    Remember how the song goes. “You can’t please everyone, so ya got to please yourself!”
    It may be over engineered, but it looks fantastic. That is going to be one bad ass setup.
    👍🏻👍🏻

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Год назад +2

      Thanks man. The over engineering is on purpose, it's a rat rod after all😆. Also, the whole contraption will be visible in the end

    • @DoonerF
      @DoonerF Год назад +1

      @@ratrodsafrica I’m waiting to see if you’re going to let it rust or keep that shiny ✨. 🤣

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Год назад +2

      @DoonerF I think I might paint it. All of the chassis and suspension parts painted, with just the rusty cab for contrast. We'll see 🙂

    • @EarlyIronAddict427
      @EarlyIronAddict427 Год назад +1

      @@ratrodsafrica
      Love that idea Diff. Personally I’d paint it all. lol.😅. But but for sure showcase your artwork leeka man ! I know you use to paint your creations. Hope you do it again 👍🏻

  • @noneofyourbusiness9593
    @noneofyourbusiness9593 Год назад +2

    The details are why I watch.
    Don't change a thing.
    I don't care if the project takes five years. I'll be watching.
    Lakka man,

  • @jimmccorison
    @jimmccorison Год назад +4

    You're going great, Diff. The fabrication, from the thinking it through, to the final execution, is a fascinating process to watch.

  • @damonbaggs3296
    @damonbaggs3296 Год назад +3

    I love seeing the details... I like to see how others "skin the cat"... it gives me more tools to put in the tool kit. Thank you for sharing.

  • @tonyosmer8459
    @tonyosmer8459 Год назад +3

    I love to watch you fabricate parts , never get bored of it , Great work Diff , you are the Man ! 🙂

  • @tryphontournesol427
    @tryphontournesol427 Год назад +2

    Keep on showing the technical stuff that's what we're here for 😊 If the videos are too long, why not splitting them, one in wednesday, one on sunday. Just my 2 rands 😂

  • @jpickens75
    @jpickens75 Год назад +2

    I love watching your videos keep them coming. You never see how things are made on tv show’s anymore it’s always poof magic of tv and it’s done. I want to see how the mouse trap was built not just the dead mouse. Thanks for the videos keep up the amazing fabrication.

  • @jesseraymond9043
    @jesseraymond9043 Год назад +1

    Love the technical break downs you shoot. The plywood template demonstrations and mockups are the best.

  • @jimdudder7450
    @jimdudder7450 Год назад

    I, for one, appreciate your "step by step" approach and the time you spend showing us.

  • @leonardwalters154
    @leonardwalters154 Год назад +4

    How else is anyone going to learn different ways of doing things if you don't show anything or how you got to the point where you are at,keep going the way you are doing things and I'll definitely keep watching 👍and learning thanks 😊

  • @mikeabercrombie2281
    @mikeabercrombie2281 Год назад +3

    I think you should just keep doing it the way you're doing I really enjoy watching all the things that you do

  • @richardphillips1455
    @richardphillips1455 Год назад +1

    Keep showing the details. But honestly its your pleasant personality that makes the show enjoyable.

  • @guzziryder6566
    @guzziryder6566 Год назад +1

    No way . Don't change the format. I personally like all the video where you show off your workaround skills. Gives me some grwat ideas

  • @paullee2177
    @paullee2177 Год назад +1

    No need to change, keep doing what you are doing. The way you fabricate all the bits and pieces is fascinating along with being entertaining. Love it!

  • @1936Studebaker
    @1936Studebaker Год назад +3

    Diff, keep your format exactly the way it is, as a backyard builder myself I pick up on so many ideas your resenting with you explaining things in detail. Beautiful work brother. have a lekka one, greetings from Melbourne Australia.

  • @stucook8622
    @stucook8622 Год назад +1

    Thanks for the Sunday matinee Div! They're always excellent...peace🍺

  • @jeffreyrodeffer8179
    @jeffreyrodeffer8179 Год назад +2

    I definitely like the longer videos. You have very good explanations and break the technicalities down to the novice level. God bless!

  • @TCreatorO
    @TCreatorO 11 месяцев назад +2

    We watch for all the details so we could learn, and keep ratrodding alive, if people dont want to see the details, they can go look at pictures of finished cars on google lol, but we love what you do and how you do it, keep up the amazing work 😎👍🏼

  • @MrMiniac
    @MrMiniac Год назад +1

    Keep in all the little bits that so many other builders skip over! I prefer the long videos cos I’m asking for the ride right there with you as you build rather than “Here’s an update”.
    Either way I enjoy the videos man, have a lakka one.

  • @czechbixkut
    @czechbixkut Год назад +2

    It's never too much. I love learning the little tricks and techniques that you use.

  • @vintagedrumrestorationgara91
    @vintagedrumrestorationgara91 Год назад +1

    You are the " Fab Fabricator". You are the best.... enjoy the show!

  • @brycechessum4684
    @brycechessum4684 Год назад +7

    Those stacked dimes are meant to be done in a continuous mig run so the weld will pass inspection via nick break or Xray not one spot at a time, You are one of the few I follow that can actually weld to a passable standard, loving this build and the artistry you put into it. Show how you do it all Div you are worth watching there are too many done in a week builds and car restoration but some of us have actually reassembled or built cars from scratch and know what it takes

  • @trump660206
    @trump660206 Год назад +2

    Don't change a thing. Love what you do and how you're doing it.

  • @irvinlewis5022
    @irvinlewis5022 Год назад +2

    This is an unusual suspension build. The details give me a better picture of how it will all work.

  • @michaelflower5872
    @michaelflower5872 Год назад +2

    Diff, video length is great, detail is great. Once again thanks for sharing your knowledge of fabrication (love the forest techniques, not everyone has a CNC, dimple dies etc and your tips and tricks you show can be used by most budding constructors). Looking forward to the next video.

  • @eustolioramirez2955
    @eustolioramirez2955 Год назад +2

    I enjoy the way you are showing all the steps as you go forward.

  • @edrushbrook
    @edrushbrook Год назад +2

    You’re doing a great job, Diff. This is going to be an awesome rat rod.

  • @souldrinkerchaplain7365
    @souldrinkerchaplain7365 Год назад +2

    You do you. I am enjoying what you present. You have to make yourself happy. I enjoy your process. It is they story of my life, never having the 'right' tool for the job. Keep it up!

  • @AndrewduToit
    @AndrewduToit Год назад +7

    I loved seeing you build those arms, they look awesome. I love your videos just as they are. Keep up the good work.

  • @BlackNite92f150
    @BlackNite92f150 Год назад +2

    Keep doing what your doing me and my dad love watching your work here in America

  • @mikewilliams2072
    @mikewilliams2072 Год назад +1

    Every time I watch one of your videos I learn something, you just keep doing what you are doing! I am planning on building another rat rod , I sold my 1st build to pay for daughters wedding, 48 Ford F6 cab!

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Год назад

      The things we do for our kids! Good luck with the next build!

  • @p.e.8149
    @p.e.8149 Год назад +2

    Stay on track with what you're doing it's nice to see your train of thought.👍

  • @rogerturley
    @rogerturley Год назад

    You're not sharing too much. We can always fast-forward or skip ahead if we don't want to see a process. I like seeing all your fixtures. I'm definitely making a set of plasma-cutter circle templates! Keep the videos coming.

  • @WestsideCritters
    @WestsideCritters Год назад +2

    Forrest Engineering at its finest, as well as you’re video, very enjoyable and entertaining 😅 , Have a Lekke one ! 😊

  • @aceadman
    @aceadman Год назад +1

    Show all the details!!! Unless it’s so much work that it’s exhausting you. I LOVE the way you do things now. Absolutely perfect. 😊👍👍

  • @sweetjessiethescoundrelscott
    @sweetjessiethescoundrelscott Год назад +2

    I LOVE WATCHING YOUR PROCESS OF BUILDING , PLEASE SHOW THE DETAILS

  • @pa6390
    @pa6390 Год назад +2

    Sound effects really add to your demonstration.

  • @randyneary2085
    @randyneary2085 Год назад +2

    Keep it up. I love seeing the technical side of your ideas Thru fabrication. Thank you

  • @freeatleast
    @freeatleast Год назад +2

    Yeah. I agree with a few others. Anyone watching just to see the end result is clearly in the wrong place. Not only is Diff a master/mad man when it comes to design, he also has a talent for teaching without it being boring as hell. Keep at it my friend

  • @andrewharrison8782
    @andrewharrison8782 Год назад +2

    Very interesting, really shows whats involved people need to know that these Rat Rods are not just thrown together, keep up the good work Diff

  • @jjfalarka8837
    @jjfalarka8837 Месяц назад

    Incredible fabulous work. At 75 I am still learning thank you for such awesome videos. I lived in Los Angeles but today I am retired in Brasil and love the shows thanks so much . I hope you are doing better with your health. Jack

  • @MachineDr.
    @MachineDr. Год назад +2

    Hey my friend, I enjoy the details of how it is done in the forest! Lol
    It adds a perspective I would not always have and is a great way to learn new things.
    Also a fan of the longer videos. I can watch them while I enjoy my meals.
    Have a lekker one and looking forward to the next.

  • @Ladder7
    @Ladder7 Год назад +2

    Your problem solving with style is inspiring.
    Stay rocking.
    Cheers

  • @alanpaulick7815
    @alanpaulick7815 Год назад +2

    Boet details are definitely needed. Thanks again for explaining as you fabricator what you are doing. This is going to be a rat rod like no other. Take care and carry on sharing your lekka videos.

  • @glennmiller9031
    @glennmiller9031 Год назад +2

    You are doing just fine Diff. I like watching you figure this out and fab it up.

  • @guygauthier6682
    @guygauthier6682 Год назад +3

    Not a welder, nor a machinist, but sure do enjoy seeing the details that you show. I enjoy the fact that you explain the theory and mechanics of your work.

  • @joaquinsablan5406
    @joaquinsablan5406 Год назад

    My Friend ! Please don't worry about what other person or builder is saying , This is your Rat Rod project and your doing a wonderful job with it, my friend.

  • @stephenwhite5057
    @stephenwhite5057 Год назад +2

    The technical details are most enjoyable and make it very interesting to watch you method of creation. Great workmanship.

  • @ianwright40
    @ianwright40 Год назад +1

    I could watch this all day. Appreciate it takes time to edit. Thank you for sharing your work.

  • @toddmoore8808
    @toddmoore8808 Год назад +1

    Keep doing the videos like you are. People will draw from your intriguing ate details and expand on them. I appreciate you sharing the details

  • @bertrigby1886
    @bertrigby1886 Год назад +1

    More of the build is appreciated

  • @andrewmantle7627
    @andrewmantle7627 Год назад +1

    I knew the Rat Rod Rockabilly was coming sooner or later; Nice audio track Div. Thanks.

  • @alm7707
    @alm7707 Год назад +2

    Keep on with showing the details. Remember to allow for the twisting of the torsion bars or you might not get enough lift when the body is on. Don't have the air bags completely extended and expect the same height with weight on, is what I'm saying. Nice job so far!

  • @darellsunderlin4670
    @darellsunderlin4670 Год назад +1

    Keep doing what you do or what you want to do , I always learn something!!!!! And remember our old saying " a grinder and paint make me the welder I ain't " 😊

  • @williamproctor898
    @williamproctor898 Год назад +2

    I like what you are doing and you keep showing me all the tips of a build. Thanks for being you.

  • @Chr.U.Cas1622
    @Chr.U.Cas1622 Год назад +1

    👍👌👏 Truly good looking pieces of art, Dif. Please continue in your typical way.

  • @rival9417
    @rival9417 Год назад

    If I wanted to watch a time lapse of a build I wouldn't be watching your vids,,every day is a school day and even old guys learn new stuff watching others,,,keep it the way you do it😉

  • @RC-tn8iz
    @RC-tn8iz Год назад +1

    Please, carry on. I really enjoy the detail. Great looking bag arms!

  • @samuelhayton7233
    @samuelhayton7233 Год назад +2

    I like the way you are doing your videos I actually like watching the longer ones but I watch all of them

  • @beaverdam3252
    @beaverdam3252 Год назад +1

    Please keep showing I love your channel because you show how you are building the projects an the process I have already learned so much from you I look forward to Sunday to see your videos thank you for what you do keep up the great work 😎👍👌💯

  • @johnhasty5009
    @johnhasty5009 Год назад +3

    I enjoy every video and the creativity you have in your builds

  • @jeepyj4898
    @jeepyj4898 Год назад +1

    I absolutely appreciate the videos you produce, the fact you show the little details...keep up the very entertaining/informative work. Atta boy Diff !

  • @-AnEv942
    @-AnEv942 Год назад +1

    Yes-, my vote continue to show details, and in my opinion you've been doing a great job sharing the what, why & how you accomplish a task while condensing into a watchable video. Likely some who want to see finished work- but its seeing someone doing it 'their way' is what I find entertaining.

  • @richcaseaxon
    @richcaseaxon Год назад +1

    In the infamous words of Billy Joel - Don't go changing Dif. I am very intrigued to see this suspension cycle on it's own, very unique!
    PS chuckled when you were demonstrating the wood mock up as you were airing the bag up and down.

  • @robertamor3203
    @robertamor3203 Год назад +2

    hi diff i love you showing all the details that make the show make them longer the better your skills are brilant very imformitive and you show them off i can not wait for your next video best wishes to your lovely family

  • @oklahomahomesteading.7813
    @oklahomahomesteading.7813 2 месяца назад +1

    And you, for showing us newbies how things are done 😊😊

  • @jimderksen1653
    @jimderksen1653 Год назад +1

    I enjoy warching the fab skills of a brother from south of the equator…..keep it up ..cheers from Canada.

  • @iraadams7459
    @iraadams7459 Год назад +1

    Yes, please keep showing the details.

  • @LaDaveNCLa
    @LaDaveNCLa Год назад +3

    I haven't chimed in lately, your doing some great stuff !
    Something I learned on isuzu, nissan and Toyota. You can cut out the bulge on the upper a arm then flip them over and swap sides. It changes the upper ball joint angle and helps them not bind when you put the frame on the ground

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Год назад +1

      Interesting info! Thanks will check it out

  • @bigd2203snuffy
    @bigd2203snuffy Год назад +1

    I enjoy the videos the way they are. People can learn then apply the techniques to their projects.

  • @SchysCraftCo.
    @SchysCraftCo. Год назад +1

    Div it is coming along very well there. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Fab On. Weld On. Keep Making. God Bless.

  • @brianhaw9398
    @brianhaw9398 Год назад +1

    When you were mocking up your suspension arm I'm pretty sure I heard an air leak. Great work and easily understandable .👍🇨🇦 And yes continue to show detail ,it may inspire others to create,fabricate build!

  • @matthewfocke5360
    @matthewfocke5360 Год назад +2

    Thumbs up! The fabrication process is great.

  • @dougcharest5886
    @dougcharest5886 Год назад +2

    Love the fabrication and the process. Too many videos skip over the details. Spread the knowledge

  • @crazywickedcustoms7272
    @crazywickedcustoms7272 Год назад +1

    Love it, Forest engenering pad, lol. This video is informative and fun. Keep it more technical the better.