Air Force Cabover Frame Stretch Part 3, We have a Roller!!!

[@Jashman496]

the certified welder in me has to say For something like that you would be a lot better off to use stick welding or a dual sheilded flux core rather the hardwire...and any weld like that "structure" you should be welding upwards rather then downhand. im sure it will be solid once plated but just some tips for next time cool truck ,channel and videos i watch them all from canada

[@4spdlife857]

Now I'm not a professional welder but I do some welding around the house and I'm just asking for knowledge what is the difference between welding uphill and down hill , like I said I'm just trying to learn so I can weld better and stronger

[@kameronsmither7359]

@@4spdlife857 welding vertical up builds up more heat , more heat= deeper penetration, also if you use a weave method when welding vertical up it gives you better tie in to each piece of material

[@mattmodey5899]

"certified" ...right....

[@tomnorthcutt4754]

I'm not a professional by any means my old man is but I dont know much but even I said that to myself I know that much at least

[@Jashman496]

@@4spdlife857 downhand you get no penetration compaired to uphand welding

[@justiceman3238]

I used to work at a scrap yard, and we scraped a lot of trucks that were in the same condition as the ones here. Bruce is taking two trucks that could have been scrap, and turning them into one great truck. No need to be so pissy that the international didn’t get a frame off restoration, be so the whole thing could have just been turned into Pittsburgh tools.

[@Matty.Hill_87]

Exactly!!

[@N1RKW]

I wish I could give this comment more than one thumbs up!

[@WHuds01]

thick as ''''

[@DewayneHackbert]

That truck is going to look cool when your done Bruce

[@JohnVH-diy]

Use a longer straight edge like a 8’ level to make sure the frames are straight. Top and sides. Now that the left side is tacked, please accurately measure from center of front axle to center of each rear axle on both sides to be sure you’re square. No guarantees the axle alignment was good on the white truck. Measure, measure and measure again. Wish you had used a stick welder, better penetration. Hope this helps, from an old welder and truck guy.

[@waltwoodworth1320]

Yip this is a real problem with being square,this abortion is going to dog track like mad.....

[@adamtereska8734]

The tape measure is your friend, no doubt.

[@bertgrau9246]

@@waltwoodworth1320 Not necessarily, it should have adjustment points for both axles to get everything in alignment

[@MrJones-ue2tw]

@@bertgrau9246 that won't matter if the frame isn't squared.

[@coripuckett5596]

The truck is fucked, nothing was properly measured or cut or even braces for that matter.... I’m waiting for the video where it goes to a salvage yard or breaks in half....

[@kylethompson2167]

Hey Bruce really think you need to bolt a plate over your weld on the frame extension. You have a high risk of frame tension cracking on or near your weld.

[@masonringbinder684]

I loved the straight edge you used for frame alignment, are you sure it was short enough?

[@mk1jack]

Mason Ringbinder 😂

[@bullcat6531]

I use a nail clipper.

[@dozer3955]

Bahahaha

[@markshuput5228]

Keep the great content coming. As a retired driver starting in 1978, I appreciate what you do with these classic semi tractors.

[@bobbob-fg5wy]

Here we go again. Going to get it painted. Learnt nothing, its still mechanically dud.

[@johncheatham897]

I feel much better now that afterburner is back together. Your reputation is rising on this one. Yes comment comeback would be good.

[@applicator40usa69]

EZ Rider did his frame stretch like that. He hauls alot of weight too. I've stretched frames and Butt Welded and plated them. Never had a problem. And we hauled logs.

[@noahkalnas97]

Okay, since it was logging now I got some faith in it lasting lol. I've seen what loggers put their trucks through and its impressive.

[@frankg5076]

adding plates would be good, extra security.

[@mike93eh]

we do it the same way with our log trucks

[@deniseinsocaldeniseinsocal9510]

Take the high road Bruce. It’s your truck, your money, your channel, your vision.

[@bfd1565]

Name the truck ( Side Track ) Because you'll be able to see the entire side as it's tracking down the road...L0L

[@jackmehoff2961]

ROFLMFAO ! Here Spot Here Spot

[@brandoncaldwell95]

Think its worse than that. Looks me like the rear is slanted forward whilenthe front sits level. Thinking Banana Sidetrack

[@jackmehoff2961]

@@brandoncaldwell95 it`s good, he eyeballed it !

[@improperbostonian6722]

We use to call it Dog Tracking.

[@TidgeplaysUks]

In the UK we call it crabbing

[@mitchellbruce9889]

Did you make it the exact same measurement each side? Because even if its only a a few mm out it will effect the way it drives. Maybe try getting it wheel alighted once your done, to try and correct any minor error. You should think of doing the mechanics and electrical next then finish with paint etc.

[@crewzero3586]

Hey guys he actually watched ezrider like we suggested

[@joeellsworth4710]

Yep as soon as he said what he said I knew who he was talking about

[@nicholasbrown5801]

I'm glad I'm not the only person that caught that lol

[@tacjam1]

Ya, he watched it but didn't put any of the practices into play.

[@robbking6633]

I was shocked he took time to check it out

[@dirtybritches4475]

Too bad he didn't give him a shout out

[@mikemarin77]

The name is PERFECT! Afterburner it is!! Good job...haters gonna hate, but hey, it’s your truck!!

[@montevanburenii1675]

I'd watch Bruce's Bickering!! That would be a laugh!!

[@braidinmor9890]

Love this build. You said you needed tanks. What about those tanks you polished up off the donor truck?? Hell, use whatever you can off the donor. You’re not going to use it again. Plus I love the idea of a second channel. Show you guys cutting up and having fun. Make it more relatable to us while we’re stuck in lockdown. Later bro. Sláinte.

[@yorkshirechapuk6057]

What is the fascination with length and stretching everything, i know the roads are wider in the States but when it comes to manoeuvrability, length makes things harder. plus it looks all out of proportion. it looks as though it should have a flat back on it ..

[@paulharmans]

YES, this is my point as well, it looks ugly!!

[@technomen0872]

Yorkshire chap I see a fellow European (?) I’m just as confused as you are... it seems like an awful lot of work for something that’ll make performance/maneuverability worse but I believe he just personally likes how it looks

[@matthewheilman4572]

I watched this a few nights ago. A sensible stretch looks good and helps ride quality on these spring ride trucks. Plus DOT bullshit in the states is weird. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6PChXmAn7NlhqM

[@ragman069]

It's the price u pay if u wanna be BADASS!!

[@jake-qn6zy]

Because it looks good

[@crouchsonsfarm2884]

For the folks who think you're dumb, he ain't dumb, just inexperienced and learning this shit as it comes to him. Keep on truck Bruce!👍

[@russelltrupia4479]

Good luck with those measurements,just don't be surprised if it runs down the road dog tracking.

[@TheMeanestGuy]

Russell Trupia dog tracking?

[@nicholasbrown5801]

James yeah basically the truck will look like it's going sideways/straight at the same time lol common in older pick ups with bad rear suspension

[@samyymnsr]

Russell Trupia you mean crabwalking?

[@nicholasbrown5801]

Sami, I've heard it called crabwalking, dog legging. I never heard it called dog tracking but I knew what he was meaning

[@fordmanfinis]

@@samyymnsr I have a dog that runs a little sideways.

[@davidd.33]

Dumb question, is there a practical reason for stretching the frame or is it done just for the look.

[@cdradmaker]

Why didn't you measure the wheel base on both sides?

[@richardkafka5625]

Because it's different!

[@triplepedal_03]

🤣🤣🤣

[@markv7047]

His tape measure wasn't long enough to measure the other side 😂

[@Perkelenaattori]

It's a good thing there's no snow in Florida because if he drove that on snow you'd see 4 tire lines.

[@toughluck8837]

Perkelenaattori You could tell in the sand or after going through a puddle

[@promisel1964]

would an inner and outer plate work? give it more strength? instead of just the inner plate as you suggested?

[@offendedhullen]

Looks cool. Turning out pretty good. Now remember to sort out the running issues like lights and overheating before getting too crazy on beauty

[@creatonjohnson5406]

Lol. You follow this guy too my friend?

[@vankeithbarnes1333]

Brucie, you did the right thing splitting the two parts in half and swapping out as much of the materials from the first cabover as you can, use the wheels tires, fuel tanks, make sure you clean those up before you reinstall them on the airforce cabover, it'll make a very nice vehicle to put back together, trust me, it'll work for you.

[@vankeithbarnes1333]

You did very well with the rewelding of the frame to the air Force cab over, the rest of the parts from the other cabover should privet to be very, useful down the road.

[@CalebConnor1]

Watching you guys do a frame stretch on this channel is like the equivalent of watching a Wal-Mart lube tech rebuild an engine......

[@robbiejones4933]

Good one 😂😂

[@joseHernandez-uu2cx]

😂😂😂

[@GianoVerani]

Are you not going to strengthen it with steel plates or so on the inside? Looks like a pretty dangerous ride now. and is this allowed to be on the highway?

[@frankierutherford1888]

Just like they do in India boys. Trust me it’s going to be fine.

[@darrenpatterson2579]

I HOPE the Florida DOT watches this shit, safety of the public roads is their responsibility!

[@tman1129]

Great stuff!! Probably comment 645,m about this, privates in the airforce are "Airmen!" LOL! Love these old cab overs, seeing more and more back on the road!

[@e36blur]

11:30 If wondering why the weld sounds funny, see ground on the other beam. duh

[@jasonminhinnick5188]

e36blur you think so. I just figured it was his wire speed was a little low.

[@braap802]

I was thinking the same and noticed as well 😂 you want your ground as close as possible to the weld. You dont really want current having to jump from piece to piece like that but its doable if needed...not on something this important.

[@josephdeffendoll3056]

I honestly thought he had a heavy duty stick welder and he would be measuring both sections before during and after. I thought the tack welds we're just that. When you get her done let's see her pull 40,000 pounds down the interstate at 70 mph. Then we will all understand the method to your madness. Great video perfect as always. Never out of focus. Perfect audio. Some day I want to have my own shop and build trucks. Stay safe and wash your hands

[@redbirdauto1713]

I hope you finish this one. We've seen this happen before where you throw a bunch of chrome and new parts at it before addressing its mechanical and electrical issues. Should have gotten it road worthy before hacking it up. That touchy Detroit is going to need attention, especially after running it without coolant for so long.

[@jackmehoff2961]

he`s gotta get the cab to lift first.

[@redbirdauto1713]

@@jackmehoff2961 I'll take "things I would have fixed first" for $100, Alex.

[@brianreiff8101]

RedBirdAuto if bus grease monkey does actually come (and Bruce is willing to spend) then that motor will run like a top. He really knows his way around detroits

[@James48535]

Daniel Hofer shouldn't that be master truck butcherer and destroyer Bruce Wilson!!!!!!!!!!!

[@James48535]

jack mehoff what are these naughty little chimps doing today with there toys?

[@mikegrant8534]

Love it Bruce!!! looks awesome!!!!! glad you are keeping the USAF paint scheme and doing her justice.

[@theaveragejoestinkeringand4407]

Looks good but I would plate that joint on the inside. A friend of mine had his kw stretched and they plated it with like 3 foot long pieces of steel inside the frame rails. They welded the frame and bolted the plates.

[@MrDibs9989]

You amaze me with your skills I a Brit and love your freightliners but outstanding work with the cabovers

[@DrDiff952]

How about a video showing a complete overhaul of the cooling system, including new radiator?

[@rocketrob31]

I've worked on stretching tractor units here in the UK to make wreckers. There's a million and one ways of doing it that will be strong enough and run down the road for what Bruce wants. Cut him some slack . At least he's having a go and like he says he's not hauling from one end of the country to the other 7 days a week. Keep the interesting videos coming Bruce.

[@ChevyDiamond]

Definitely more than one way to skin a cat ! Funny how so many commenters warned him to not make a vertical butt weld, and don't use a MIG welder, yet then heaped on the praise for Ezrider92356's mechanical prowess in the frame extension he did on his 359. Oh yeah . . . Ezrider92356 made a vertical butt weld, and used a MIG welder to do it !

[@rocketrob31]

Mig welding is strong enough if done correctly. The strength will come with the plate inside the chassis rail. For the wreckers we used to plate inside and outside for extra strength. Really this cabover is a toy and it gets us all talking which at least takes our mind off of the virus if nothing else.

[@detroitdiesel12v71]

Imagine stretching a spring ride truck LMFAO.

[@nãomedigafrivolidade]

bruce leelson rules....he is mechanic,trucker,welder,cutter,painter,video-maker,clothes seller,brother of his brother... lol

[@1087control]

“Everything was welded up hill you guys” immediately cuts to him welding down hill 😂

[@mattmodey5899]

that was pretty funny

[@fourthdeconstruction]

As funny as it was. He should've taken the four wheels from the extension frame and level everything off before welding. In some years he will find out why.

[@jimdownard7739]

I always use a strait edge and pull a string down the frame rail to check for alignment

[@mattmodey5899]

Do you stretch frames for a living? Even if you did no asked your opinion.

[@mattmodey5899]

No one cares

[@richardcotner2297]

Bruce Wilson.... Your doing a good job and its all a learning curve just keep up the good work and F##k the people that say your doing it wrong and think they know it all cause i dont see them with a Chanel and there just pissy cause your doing things and there not so keep up the good work love the content man and the new name is kick ass man

[@tacjam1]

You should name this thing "Spooky" after the AC-130! After seeing how you welded that frame up without squaring it, this is a damn right spooky truck! RIP, riding straight ever again!

[@dianjacobs8180]

If you go full out on this cabover, i personally think it will look good, but make it the show truck you know that will take the haters breath away and looking for words of "Wisdom"! Keep the videos rolling!

[@dwaynerehm640]

Ezrider92356 is the one who stretched the frame on his peterbuilt he did a awesome job with it. it's looking good

[@fjerome5958]

Yes and he really knows what hes doing unlike them dude he even said that the frame bend while cutting it a little and he catch it and fixed it

[@cadenberiman9300]

F jerome none like who?

[@robertbrake9927]

Dwayne Rehm yes . I’ve watched his build. He’s a great Mechanic ✌🏼

[@aaronwest3059]

I'm enjoying watching the build. Keep it up.

[@juliusrosendahl9254]

It’s his truck n he spends the time to share his build with us, why y’all tryna tell him all the things he could do better, looks great to me👌👌

[@hosscaddy]

Just a helpful hint. Take some foam and hang from the ceiling it will calm down the echo while your filming Love the video btw

[@johnwillbefine1167]

Hey Bruce if you want to reduce the echo hang wool blankets on the ceiling Problem solved. Keep it up you’re super 👍🏻. Greetings from the Netherlands

[@jaimeangwin8020]

I reckon 4 chrome tanks on that stretch would look mint as Bruce 👌👌👌👌👌

[@WEHenry]

JBWeld it to make sure it holds🤣🤣

[@js7447]

LMFAO!!!!

[@paulog8813]

I would also suggest using some zip ties and duck tape in order to make the frame really tough!!!!!

[@everettcofield6463]

He may as well be using JB weld, mig welding that thick structural steel instead of stick welding it, what an idiot

[@bradnesbitt2167]

Everett Cofield it’s all good he had the power all the way up😂

[@seanbax2622]

@@everettcofield6463 I weld structural steel beams and columns with Mig for houses.

[@icebrakernh]

Let's see the second channel. Good to see pride on your face after welding the frame back together. Good job.

[@dwansbo]

From my armchair those welds did not sound "hot" enough for the frame thickness. Diid anybody notice the gap onthe bottom of the left side rail? Wil definitely need reinforcement

[@jackmehoff2961]

he`ll be on something else next video

[@Chase_goldenstein]

Welds ain't finished and it's getting a extra piece of frame inside and he said he's gonna put a cross member in there

[@tipetu]

Probably because he had the ground strap clamped on the other rail. That current had a long way to go.

[@rocky31186]

I agree. The welder should have a consistent sound to it, and it didn't. Final weld or not.

[@bojanglesthewizard8875]

@@Chase_goldenstein so many people dont pay attention to the video to hear him tell us what he is going to do

[@Seanhwp]

I love the cooler jackstand. Who would’ve known you could hold up a car with a wicker basket

[@zachmoore5832]

When I’ve shortened frames making buggy’s I used to either do a v cut or an L cut locking them together kind of like Tetris makes it stronger and supports it better

[@gac914]

Did you think at all about taking an old flatbed tow unit and attaching that to the back of the Afterburner, and then hauling Flatnasty with it? That would look sick showing up to an event with that!!

[@JimsNBHomestead]

You need to see a gaping wound caused by an unguarded grinder. Especially those zipcut wheels. Bruce if you're going to act under the facade of knowledge please do so with safety in mind. There are people who watch you who might be liken to emulate you

[@jeremytauer3868]

Hey, I have one of those gaping wounds! It dam sure doesn't feel to good.

[@JimsNBHomestead]

@@jeremytauer3868 I'm sorry to hear that my friend. I provided first-aid to younger worker who cut himself open down his leg. It was over 50 stitches to fix him up

[@jeremytauer3868]

@@JimsNBHomestead mine was due to an air cut off tool. blade blew apart, cut my wrist. Thankfully no stitches. Washed, bandaged, and walked away.

[@TipsyMarlinTravels]

How did you align it? Is it going I to dog leg going down the road? I may have miss the part were you made sure one frame rail wasn't longer then the other.

[@markdemieville2941]

Would love to see this go through the scales and the look on the DOT's face. This would get red tagged quick.

[@miketlane]

i've welded many tractor and trailer frame cracks on log trucks for years....never had one issue. DOT only says to weld per the manufactures requirements for commercial vehicles and says nothing for personal use ones. so a DOT looks at a welded frame and knows the requirements for every maker or does he even know its a weld? every one of the manufacturers the bosses called said they had no welding requirements or specification so fair game. most were rejected by DOT for cracks, never came back for welds

[@TexasLuckycharms]

Add many level 1 with my stretched classic liked this never a problem

[@jorgealejandromartinezhern6239]

Saludos desde juarez chihuahua!! Tengo Una pregunta!!; por que desarmar o desbaratar un camión que ya estaba arreglado para armar otro camión que creo yo es mas viejo?????

[@victorgarcia6691]

If you see this guy coming down the road get out the way run... Do not be near him 😂😂😂😂😂

[@ramkidd123]

what do you plan on doing to the exhaust? keep it a single stack or upgrade to duels? rain caps????

[@plyley99]

Damn dude, you be better off welding it with a couple car batteries and some coat hangers!

[@dennissastini3312]

You may have it perfect who knows but I use an 8’ long c channel clamped on frame rails when I extend or shorten chassis 4’ on shorter and I always weld a piece across frame top and bottom of both ends before I cut the frame in between them love the direction you’re going

[@DangerRick]

What happened to v cutting it and splicing it together?

[@coryharrison88]

Christopher Lindsay if you listened to him he explained why he’s not gonna do it

[@succulentchinesemeal5682]

Because he’s a lazy asshole?

[@timwalpus7019]

Because it's not necessary

[@jackmehoff2961]

I thought he was waiting on channel iron he ordered .

[@kstricl]

He's getting a custom bent chunk of plate to go inside the frame. It's less work and still pretty strong.

[@asn413]

oh one more thing. dont pay attention to haters. This is a very complex thing. i dont see many other people brave enough to tackle a project like this for the first time.

[@jimpguezjimmy6530]

You still need to reinforce that chassis with another frames on the back of each frame rails

[@adamtereska8734]

He said he was going to do that and add a crossmember.

[@jimpguezjimmy6530]

Hopefully

[@samarmitage1282]

Second channel sounds like a great idea

[@lucasdecarvalho2488]

0:23 we’re not the army or the Marine Corps, we’re the Air Force and we don’t have privates. Edit: To reiterate, this is just to clear confusion that Airmen are not soldiers.

[@masonringbinder684]

Gender neutral then?

[@lucasdecarvalho2488]

Mason Ringbinder no it’s just Airman

[@dukesjeepsandtrails8511]

I too take offense. Having been in the Army for almost 20 years. Our privates aren't dumb enough to do something like that!

[@Fergalicious842]

Nobody cares chairforce

[@lucasdecarvalho2488]

Kyle F actually people should care so civilians can stop calling us soldiers even though we’re not.

[@krisphoton7304]

....I'd use/clamp long channels inside the frame, before any welding- Also, use long measuring/leveling tools. I am NO a trucker, so I dont know if there are specifications in elongating frames. the 2 stroke, sounds nice.

[@whyettjensen3292]

What happened to the zigzag pattern ?

[@smokeinapeterbilt]

He took our advice and watched EZRider stretch the frame on his Peterbilt 359

[@chadsmith961]

I was gonna be too much trouble

[@warrenmichael918]

Didnt watch the video? I did and i heard him tell us all about why he went this direction.

[@adejohnston6831]

He ran out of saw blades

[@asn413]

hi bruce. i don't know if i misheard something but are you going to use c channel on the inside of the frame or just plate? c channel would provide better torsional rigidity. i also advise at least a few feet on either side of the joint. It will be stronger than original. i watched the peterbilt stretch too. the channel would also help to align things. just smear some grease on the c channel after finalizing measurements. and put it on with a plate on the outside, too. Then tack it all then bolt it. You will need a magnetic base drill press to make straight cuts. that's how autocar did in years back. very tough. then weld weld weld. i recommend using a stick welder like many others here. for such thick metal it might need the higher amperage and heat. it fills in better too. mig may be best left to bodywork and thinner metal, which won't warp things with too much heat. one last thing, and I know you ain't dumb, but measure measure measure !!!

[@paulog8813]

Man I can’t believe you have put your beer in danger 🤭🤭🤬🤬

[@FJ40J]

Love the channel! Watching this frame stretch and those welds. I should have known there would be white claws in that cooler! 😆 🤣 😂

[@tophand1918]

I can tell by listening that that welder wasn't running hot enough

[@pug2322]

top hand yep, interrupted sputtering hiss, instead of unbroken hiss, spotted it straight away he was running cold wire.

[@EllisBarnes]

I'm getting ready this weekend to stretch my 1993 Cabover up here in Ocala. Thank you for your video.

[@watchjaredwork1487]

Taking those weld bevels down to a sharp point just makes it harder to weld. You should have left an 1/8” landing and you’d still get full penetration if your welder is worth his salt.

[@Maples01]

OMG that is how you line it up before welding it together, yeah, I'm sure its square

[@puirYorick]

Why dilute the comedy onto a different channel? This here is golden! Just my two cents.

[@nestorzavala6883]

Agree

[@bojanglesthewizard8875]

@@danielhofer7386 and here we go with

[@throttlesngears1089]

Never driven a semi , dont have a cdl, yet your videos pull me in everytime for some reason. Love the cab overs, keep rocking

[@dhbplusect7052]

Bruce is gonna have a hell of a time trying to get the cabover out of the shop

[@brandoncaldwell95]

The kenworth was in the shop and was the same length as this truck. Give up on that maneuverability crap. Should be more concerned about the doglegged/banana shape that it has

[@dhbplusect7052]

@@brandoncaldwell95 i'm not concerned he's him and i'm me it was just a joke don't take it seriously

[@timatwell3728]

When did he get a KW ? He had the freightlinner in the shop but I've never seen a KW in the shop must have missed that one

[@dhbplusect7052]

@@timatwell3728 i think this keyboard cowboy is talking about the blue collar freightliner truck

[@brandoncaldwell95]

@@dhbplusect7052 whatever it is. Point being, this guy changes trucks like he changes underwear.

[@Slikx666]

Bruce. When i was learning to weld in college, our teacher said 'as long as the metal ends up as one piece, then it's good.' The only thing is if the weld is messy it needs more cleaning up. But if you're happy and no one can find an issue with it, then it's good.

[@jayxj7785]

Take out all the new and shiny parts off that white one including the tanks and cab flares and put it on the AF truck.

[@jameshickey9393]

I've been critical in the past but I know from your comment you checked out EZRIDER 359 stretch. Looks good, a little double frame it's golden. I was wondering if you plan to fill in old holes and grind it out so it is smooth frame? I drove a 1973, 1975 , 1978 in the 70's (yes I'm old) and this model in 1981. Most of these IH trucks CO had a standard WB of 183". This stretch on these trucks would be representative of west coast trucks and bridge laws. Back then a small drom you could haul even more weight but I don't remember the numbers.

[@blueheartcrochet1962]

I’m no expert but something doesn’t look right with that. But I do like your channel very fun!!!

[@Someone-ob1gr]

Are you going to bolt a steel plate inside the frame rails where the welds are or it's ok with just the welds ? Continue your great work Brucie 🤟🏻

[@twist2723]

I honestly wouldn’t trust that seam to support 46,000 lbs at 70 mph, with that gap. Not knocking your welding, but as a truck driver of long frame trucks for almost 20 years, that was horribly unsettling to watch.

[@cactusjack1806]

The seam weld is just for looks basically. The double frame patch is for structural integrity.

[@twist2723]

cactus jack until the bolt holes egg out from the flex and cracking at that weld patch job.

[@ericgriffin397]

Looks good, can't wait to see her finished!!

[@Fleetsuper]

It’s fine as long as it gets properly plated in the inside frame. With what I’ve seen so far it’s not guaranteed it will get plates. 😁

[@tn65s]

You plate the outside so cross members fit.

[@Fleetsuper]

tom doore it all depends on where the crossmember needs to be. I’ve worked on numerous trucks with plates on the inside of the frame

[@gregtaepke9142]

How do you know it's alignment is square. Won't dogtrack

[@primalfury2011]

Is it me.. but the first rail doesn't look level or straight.. I got a good eye for that.. :)

[@paulharmans]

Will cost a lot of expensive tires!

[@jackmehoff2961]

Crose Enough !

[@tjcouch9772]

Glad I’m not the only one who sees that it’s tweaked

[@vansbuilds5714]

primalfury2011 ya i kinda saw the too

[@poyakiani7883]

good to know that my eyes don't lie to me!! but not the biggest mistake here :)

[@owenwalsh5608]

My advice, powerwash and degrease first. Use only a cutting disk for a nice straight cut, stick weld and double frame atleast 3' either side of each weld is a must!!!!!! 3/4 milwaukee mag is our choice of drills. We have done many stretches. I always prefer adding frame to back end for one weld point. But still, entertaining thanks.

[@56RTY7]

can you rent a laser so everything is straight before you do the final weld?

[@jonathanhudson9189]

I do frame stretch a lot and only use strings he doesn't know what he is doing

[@richardkafka5625]

Why? He used a Yeti cooler, a floor jack, and a 4x4 piece of wood! all on one side! What else is he suppose to do???? LOL

[@miguelnoches7558]

why use lasers or strings when you have a 12" square?

[@jonathanhudson9189]

@@miguelnoches7558 I know right plastic one at that

[@miguelnoches7558]

@@jonathanhudson9189 watching that, i am thinking 'what is he trying to check?' this channel is a train wreck, it is so bad but i can't help but not watch

[@travisyeti3679]

ate you going to stay with small tanks on the airforce truck?

[@cooperbuckneryoutube]

Yes to the NEW CHANNEL

[@Smittyschannel]

If you have to jack up the back half to make it meet the truck, won't that raise the front rear axle up a little & put more strain / weight on the (rear) rear axle?

[@brandoncaldwell95]

I cant be the only one that sees that droop/lean of the rear towards the weld. Looks like she will be eating front drive axle tires.

[@todd984]

Im glad Im not the only one who saw that 😂

[@mattmodey5899]

He said the front tires are smaller so it’s sitting like that you cupcake

[@davidbowser2395]

It’s “leveled” bro. He’s a pro 😂

[@benmac7315]

Personally I would have been using a far longer straight edge to align it. So wouldn't surprise me if it is.

[@brandoncaldwell95]

@@mattmodey5899 youre looking at it wrong if you cant see it. Look at the weld back and the weld to the front. The rear leans at an axle while the front half is level. I know what smaller tires does as I've "chopper/drag style" a beater rwd pickup with tractor tires before keeping the front stock. The frame wasn't properly leveled out entirly. Leaving the rear to be welded back leaning while the front was level. If you think a small 1'x1' level will show the entire frame was plumb let alone sliding it proving a "smoother transition" is level then i cant help you.

[@Buckshot0351]

As much as I don't like to see the Air Force truck being stretched, it is coming together quite well. I am glad you are keeping it period appropriate. Keeping the same paint scheme will look fantastic.

[@pug2322]

It will eat tyres like bubblegum on the back with a built in skew!

[@herygarcia6193]

Actually it will eat steers tires instead, something as little as a dry fifth wheel will destroy the steers.

[@davidlawrenson7542]

Dude great video as usual. Don’t listen to the haters and moaners they don’t know everything you do it how you want to do it. Looking good so far and can’t wait to see AFTERBURNER finished and rolling.

[@alvarogeorgenobregeorge69]

He know's how to destroy a good truck.

[@eddiepatterson5025]

From the comments I read about Ezrider and the dude that hauls logs. Bruce you’ve got this spot on 🏁🏁.