Undecided on the roof 🤔 moving onto the floor... Bad Chad wants to fabricate a wooden floor 🪵

We're undecided on the roof... we can't get a good look at it since the Hudson is in the way so we're going to move on to the floor fabrication. Bad Chad is thinking he wants to do a wooden floor. The first step will be to frame it with square tubing.
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[@MaximumDogHerder]

Don't be so cheap, Put a metal floor in it. For safety alone.

[@dougbarnes1681]

He has wood leftover from the building project he’s just making content

[@ImthePaulshouldnotbeallowedtod]

Quick rot floor

[@marioncobaretti2280]

You always talk about jolene looking good in the morning , how come she never talks about chad looking good in the morning 😮😮😮😢

[@peterrimmington7100]

@@marioncobaretti2280 she doesn't see the old fella like that she see the $$.

[@haynesdavis-m3p]

@@marioncobaretti2280 Cos he doesn't, so best not to go there. 🤣🤣

[@EdwardDuBose-fz1bf]

Make the floor out of coat hangers and Bad Chad chrome! Lmao😂😂😂

[@warlockborn1031]

While you are at it, a shingled roof and chicken wire the windows would make a nice roost for the chickens...

[@haynesdavis-m3p]

But he ain't got no chickens. Maybe one day, when the YT gravy train is all but over. 🤣🤣

[@kentate435]

When you look in the car with no floor and no roof. Makes you wonder how stable the car will be. Likely like jelly?

[@James-qr6rp]

if you are a fabricator why the hell would you want to put a wooden floor in.

[@DennisCobb-t2u]

No wooden floors.

[@markwells3759]

Where are you going to run the exhaust pipe, next to the wooden floor?

[@MaximumDogHerder]

Central heating:)

[@jcgarner4349]

Wood floor in a roadster! Not a good idea. 😮

[@susankohler9763]

We vote NO on the roof and loose the skirts. Roadster is cool, like Jolene! :-)

[@ImthePaulshouldnotbeallowedtod]

Agree except the skirts

[@g-man7938]

As much as any of these cars get driven you could probably just do a floor delete and forget about it.

[@dougbarnes1681]

Hey, don’t want to buy any more metal. He’s got wood left over from his building project.

[@stevo184]

Like Fred Flintstone 😅

[@brianart3674]

Wow the coat hanger welding looks like bird poop on a washing line😂

[@craigtanser7878]

Then you do better

[@Rob1970s]

Looks way better as a Roadster !!! Forget the roof strengthen the chassis Rails under the floor , wooden panels for the floor after adding strength, leave the skirts and re design the front grill bumper and lights to suit . I know that it will look fantastic !!! .. ❤❤

[@jamescnorris]

Wooden floor looks awesome. Just like how they use to be made. Especially the floors of a truck bed. If you keep it like a roadster, it's only gonna be out whenever the weather is great ! Absolutely gorgeous ! Bad Chad & Queen Jolene, awesome as always. You can box the frame and cut circles like tou did on the racecar, then run the exhaust through there. Just a thought! Thank you for showing the diversity of materials. I like it, and as always keep what you like & throw away what you don't. Much love from Florida ! ❤️💪🏼🐻

[@karkacesub]

Gotta say, I wasn’t expecting that coming! You got me.

[@roadwarrior4813]

Make it a removable hard top...

[@SimonJohnson-y9l]

100% removable hard top ❤

[@jimcoplan9502]

No wood for the floor. Not the best idea long term.

[@grantscrimgeour1848]

Thinking outside of the square is one thing.....but a WOODEN floor? C'mon, Chad....That really is beneath you (no pun intended).

[@normbissonnette8866]

This one is heading in a bad direction .

[@BruceWitcpalek-ws1rh]

Only in your opinion….

[@grantscrimgeour1848]

@@BruceWitcpalek-ws1rh Of course it is my opinion and I am entitled to express it. Why anyone would consider putting a wooden floor into a car that was built originally with a metal floor is beyond me.

[@ksmith1298]

His garbage isn't built to last...so its perfect

[@TerryLee-ni4iv]

Why would anyone who can fabricate metal choose a wood floor for a 50's car?

[@samadamms3432]

I say make the floor out of Styrofoam, to keep it light and fast. Plus, it will never rot or rust.

[@PeterBrock427]

It's the cool factor ,who's doing that no one..

[@tannerlawson1721]

One word ...... STYLE make that two words CLASS

[@michaelwalsh98]

As a guy would installed many wood floors, in Flat Bed and Dry Van Trailors, Metal floor seems simpler to me, no cutting wood and screwing in the wood, just cut and weld.

[@kenrice6999]

That was my first thought as well, I don't think the durability of wood is the real issue, homes have wood exteriors for decades and are fine, and this car will mostly sit inside a building rather than being exposed to the elements....but installing a wood floor seems like more labor, especially for Chad, since he has stated many times that he's not a carpenter. But whatever makes him happy, I suppose. Whatever..

[@michaelwalsh98]

​@@kenrice6999I agree it's more labor intensive,but your right it's his call.

[@peteralan547]

A wood floor "really"! Im sorry but that really cheaps out on what was starting to look like a really cool ride.

[@cravena99]

why are you even watching this channel let alone commenting

[@samadamms3432]

@@cravena99 A lot of us watch and say bad stuff about Chad, specifically to get guys like you to ask us every single day why we watch the channel..............................................Happy Now ?

[@haynesdavis-m3p]

@@samadamms3432 LMAO. 🤣🤣

[@dianaewoldt100]

@@peteralan547 EXACTLY exactly WHY.? Steel & welding , fast and Strong&cheap. Otherwise we should go with screws & glue but we are Fabricators why even think that way unless we’re out of tin & square stock ???ng

[@frankhagar4651]

Metal floor are a must.

[@louissigouin1247]

The build is what the viewers enjoy so do what you want it to be !!

[@danielplummer6385]

Hello Chad & Jolene happy Saturday! My opinion on a wood floor is if you plan on keeping the car go for it. If your plan is to sell the car then I personally would do metal floor because I feel that most people would not want the maintenance involved to keep the wood from rotting if it were to get wet from time to time. Then they would want to use deck stain and preserver top and bottom once a year. It is just my opinion! Jolene thank you for another great video you are so good with the camera among other things!

[@jamiemiller2901]

I am curious why you believe you have to go so fast ????

[@haynesdavis-m3p]

It's just a trick to mask a lack of skill and true craftsmanship. The job gets done and quick ( but quality?, not so much), and that's what he's happy to be known for.

[@fonhollohan2908]

Don't go with a wooden floor, that car has great potential until you decided to go out on the cheap and go with a wooden floor. If it was an old Tinny, Yes, than that would make perfect sense but not on a Roadster. Plus, the metal floor will help reinforce the strength of the body big time. Which I think! it still needs.

[@dianeraisner5690]

you making a flintstone car? just put holes for your legs and pedal it

[@Knightryder628]

Yabadabado hello 👋 Bad Chad Nation we are number # 1 peace and spread the Bad Chad all over. Like 👍 and leave a comment help the channel grow.

[@johnwade5747]

I’m not a fan of the fender skirts, but that’s just me and I know most people do like them I’m just old-school enough to like to see a wheel with a beauty ring and cap or even chrome reverse maybe. But I can’t wait to see how the top does eventually end up .I hope it gets used on this car.

[@fellazvintageretro2675]

Looks good both ways. Hard to believe it s a old Volvo. Looks awesome

[@escort402]

Looks like the body has moved slightly as the doors aren't opening and closing easily

[@judydolbow1695]

Once again, this build is in progress. Chad's ideas aren't written in stone. I enjoy the process which may include Chad changing his mind or doing something that's not popular with the viewers. Either way, I respect his skills and accomplishments. Jolene's camerawork is stellar especially when she shows us something on her phone while filming Chad. Loved the glimpse of Fina on the trailer!

[@SkullDivisioN564]

Put in a glass floor so the passengers can watch the road

[@JeffreyFarley-bb8fe]

that would be cool

[@JGGdesign]

don't give him any ideas...

[@modocroughstock5700]

😅😅

[@scottnorman5057]

Im gonna have to side with the masses......fabricate a metal floor.

[@peterwelles3928]

The wood floor sounds like a bad idea. Seat tracks should be anchored to steel! Besides wood wire for the mig welder is expensive and hard to find! Maybe STICK welding will work!

[@johnwade5747]

Get you some of those fancy mahogany rods for a stick welder! my brother actually told His mother-in-law that he couldn’t fix her couch because he didn’t know if he could find any mahogany rods!

[@GregoryBamber]

Maybe the seats will be made of wood and screwed to the floor.

[@haynesdavis-m3p]

No, stick welding with wood won't work,cos he don't know how to stick weld 🤣🤣. He might try acetylene welding with wood, but he'd also be a newbie at that. Besides, we don't want him setting fire to the shop a second time, cos it might just burn to the ground and we'd miss out on all the fun. 🤣🤣

[@thomaswoitekaitis8977]

It will never get driven

[@Uncut425]

As much as the car will be driven, a wooden floor will last forever

[@michaelverinder8158]

WHERE WOULD OUR BAD CHAD BE WITHOUT HIS FANTASTIC HELPER STEADFAST FILMATOGRAPHER "JOLENE"

[@danh6354]

Wood is going to shrink ,and there will be gaps. You can use deviders like they do in truck beds.

[@RencoSC]

His metal work has gaps...

[@jonnysuperglide]

Chad your amazing bro you are always super good to Jolene she is a star you guys are awesome listen I was welding floor pans in my geo tracker today so we was both welding floors been doing this stuff all my life I’m 50 years old so it’s not as much fun if it’s the car you need for every day driving then if it’s a custom cars keep up the good work man Jolene is amazing in that camera Chad she needs extra hugs for how sweet she is man god bless you both car is looking beautiful check out the hot wheels tail dragger if you did not see my other comments it almost looks like the Volvo now this car is turning out so good ok take care I been out side welding for 8 hears watching this episode at 12:08 lol nothing better then sone bad Chad and the queen Jolene

[@lloydfriend1060]

No, no, no,no……….., WOOD FLOORS.😢

[@davidadams6012]

I love the work he does and he always says it's quicker to make patterns then using a tape but to me it's getting to be a talk show he just keeps repeating his self

[@stephenchristie7241]

Put the roof on, it looks so much better and makes the car look longer, and it takes the focus off that ugly hump of the boot

[@steadyrollingfin]

I´m so HAPPY to see so many ”the floor” comments! Even if Chad is using cardboard it is his ART, his CAR and approved by Jolene 😂

[@haynesdavis-m3p]

No doubt that THEY are also happy to see so many 'floor' comments; the more (comments) the merrier ( or more money, as Jolene might put it ). 🤣🤣

[@stevemumford6983]

Chad .This Volvo is becoming a true work of art. I'm leaning towards a simple pull up pull down canvas roof. It won't affect the beautiful lines of the car you have created and it's practical.

[@spamwagon]

Gotta say, I am surprised and stoked with how the Volvo is coming along. I'll admit, I was a skeptic. And now that I see the top sitting on it, I would cast a vote for a Carson-style, padded removable top.

[@deanzabala]

I think the build is fabulous. Just keep doing what you're doing Chad, you've got a vision that blows my mind away.

[@keithnelson1123]

You guys really know how to keep interest. Watching you mess with the top was really interesting and a wood floor would be super cool. Way to think out of the box! I love it!

[@jacoblatendresse3281]

Jolene! Thank you for this perspective! I appreciate your rambles! They are all very much worth the time! It gave me perspective in how I market being a Long time DJ. I love and appreciate you and all of what you do! Dealing with Chads brain isn't easy but at least he tell us! Thank you both so much!

[@scubafever282828]

Wood is definitely Chad's WORST material to work with!!! 😢

[@haynesdavis-m3p]

He just getting the practice in before he starts building houses, which is where Jolene wants him to diversify into ( or in other words, more money; but for us viewers a huge amount more laughs). 🤣🤣

[@daynalynds8719]

Chad Chad Chad think about saftey put a metal floor in that car . If the drive shaft decides to break what do you think is going to happen .

[@EugeneLangowski-g2n]

Drive shaft is in the tunnel

[@daynalynds8719]

@@EugeneLangowski-g2n Yes but Chad has way more talent than to put a wooden floor in .

[@stewartlemon5702]

Lost me when said wood floor

[@12345682900]

Ditch the skirts, leave the roof, but add a big sunroof or roll-back canvas opening (like a jeep) put the side windows back, let Jolene, once again, pick out the color and call it a day.

[@roypowell3450]

Love it!

[@scottloughnan1358]

a wooden floor that sounds interesting go for it chad whatever you decide this will be an amazing custom car cant wait to see the finished product

[@markkibbey4026]

I actually like it without the top I'm sure he'll weld it on however it'll be a lot of work to make the back window work...don't no...the chop look ok and will keep the rain out of it in some situations however no more Windows..hhhmmm..steel floor will make this car solid as hell .on wards guys..❤😊🎉

[@markkibbey4026]

Wood floor I hope he welds a support to the front una body or the car will break in half..o boy..will see..😢

[@markkibbey4026]

Boy I don't no the side support panels may hold now you get that car on the road it will rip this right out of the Inter fenders won't hold don't no

[@markkibbey4026]

Una body is about a all steel floor..to support that the car there's the fact the body will twist don't no about the safety factor on this one..

[@Big-Foot-Randy]

Love your channel.. I’ve been a builder/fabricator for roughly 50 years. Do yourself a HUGE favor and get yourself some one-handed clamps from Irwin. Yeah you can’t weld right next to the rubber ends, but you can tack really close.

[@raycoco4938]

Somehow. The back of the car looks great, but somehow, the front of the car does not match the back. I think it's the fenders that do not do it for me. Thank you for all your hard work. I have been following you for years now and always enjoy your content.

[@alcyon1]

The roof looks good. Whit out it it looks not oke.

[@kgeimansr]

Why not a laser level, dirt cheap and always correct

[@haynesdavis-m3p]

It needs a battery to work. And Chaddy hates stuff that works on batteries, cos they all eventually run low. If it's rechargeable, he will need to find his charger, and god only knows where it put that last. Otherwise, it needs new batteries, which means the right batteries, which invariably he will not have, so he'll have to take time out to go down the shops and spend some money, which pisses him right off. What's more, if they ain't got it , he really gets mad, cos it's a wasted journey. That means retribution, so that piece of kit will get shoved away in some far away drawer, never to see the light of day again. I share his pain 🤣🤣.

[@BroknlukCyr-t3e]

Since Chad has decided to use square tubing for the floor , he can stiffen the unibody even more than the original steel floor, even with wood.

[@larrybailey43]

I see where Fina found a nice warm sunny spot to lay on trailer, haha

[@petemac5283]

I’m just curious but can Chad read a tape measure?

[@haynesdavis-m3p]

Reading tape measures is always more work and takes more time when you got to have specs on to read them. I suppose that had he used them a lot when he had 20/20 ( correction: I mean good nearsight )vision, he'd carry on the practice regardless and wouldn't avoid using them as much nowadays.

[@njdrt-rdr3845]

@@haynesdavis-m3p the dude wears glasses all the time when he's working, he can read the tape measure, he just chooses not to.

[@haynesdavis-m3p]

@@njdrt-rdr3845 Him wearing glasses all the time whilst working is only a recent thing. He's 53 now; early fifties lots of guys' near sight starts to deteriorate. He in fact commented on needing to use glasses to read a tape measure a while back. Same goes for detail work. Go back 2 1/2 and 3 yrs ago to masking the Pinto and pinstriping mechanic Doug's car, he wore no glasses. Go back 4 yrs when he did a video on a few dimensional checks on the bugatti, he read the tape measure with no glasses. There's been numerous videos since then , where he transitioned, often he had placed his glasses down and could not find them, and indeed had 2 pairs on the go at one time so at least he could find one so he could carry on. During this transition time also, he went to needing to wear his glasses under his welding helmet to see the weld pool clearly. As for reading the tape measure, he struggles with fractions. I think it was Nate who suggested a tip, passes onto himself, where he suggested to just count the lines between the inch marks to make reading it easier.

[@dankniseley9486]

It amazing how many cars had wood floors and other parts in the old days.

[@larrybailey43]

I like the concept… Fair weather Cruiser/ Driver. And a wood floor !?? , why not !

[@donaldproctor2587]

Is the car going to have any door windows, i was just wondering after you put the tube over the door tops.

[@jamesray3292]

I restored a 1959 MGA and it had a wooden Floor in it. No big deal.

[@dr.zacharysmith1207]

Wood would be half ass !

[@samadamms3432]

No, more likely fir or spruce.

[@stevo184]

Drill some holes in the floor and you can play snooker at the traffic lights!!

[@EricClark-io7rf]

But Chad does amazing metal floors! This roadster deserves,,but I never underestimate the master’s ability

[@twohandsworking896]

Working on the building has turned chad into a carpenter-wood has proven itself not to last in a car-still fun to watch

[@deeblevins516]

Wood floor is the dumbest idea ever!

[@Davey-Drums]

Like the wood floor idea. I would check out pre-finished, tounge and groove wood flooring you can get a home improvement store - would look great, and the tounge and groove locks it all together. Not the cheapest, but all the finishing is done.

[@alanwalker1698]

All that custom fabrication, wooden floor?

[@Bobsteven881]

Wooden floors back to the twenties

[@tramekaphereora7]

Kia ora from Aotearoa New Zealand. I like the line the roof creates it suits the shape of the vehicle as. Good work Chad.

[@WATTScostumes]

Right on Dude!...It`s great watching someone else work. You`ve got skills

[@RuoteRotonde-ie1ts]

Yes, a wooden floor would not look bad, aesthetically it is nice to look at. It is probably quite sturdy over time. But a metal floor would also be nice 😉👍

[@BruceWitcpalek-ws1rh]

Do whatever makes you happy bad CHAD and I am sure it will turn out masterfully as always !!

[@bensiemers5094]

I enjoy your process, Chad. I am curious about how you will cross brace your subframe, as you did mention crossmembers. Seems a pretty important structure for sure. All the best to you and yours Chad!

[@The_Kman]

Good episode, everyone!

[@sydgreenup8990]

Keep it as a convertible. 👍

[@johntampio9943]

I would like to suggest that you use battery powered tools( saws , cutters , grinders used for filming purposes only to eliminate all the electrical cords and tangled mess , might be a lot more convenient ! Really like your work, and the pretty lady too !

[@njdrt-rdr3845]

It would also be faster since he's all about speed.

[@johnnorris816]

Thanks from the mistake on the lake 😊

[@ivoman7]

Awesome episode! 👍

[@markstangsn9518]

It would be a nice Sunday cruiser as a convertible in my opinion 👍🏻

[@kevinkay8115]

Why would you even think about a wood floor, for the fine smell of burning wood from heat from the exhaust ? Just my opinion but I am thinking bad idea.

[@johnkranz4004]

Coming Along Nicely Chad and Jolene

[@celwindin]

Put a metal floor in for the strength, then put wood over it for the look you seek. Just my opinion. Keep on Keepin on. Luv the build so far.

[@garrydewar9382]

Chad's metal floor's are a work of art. Wood floor's look cheap and easy. Just saying.

[@DanSmith-cb5vj]

I wish i could work upside down, lol!

[@johnjason7204]

It's not a model T it would not be legal on the road with wood. Sell it ...new owner gets in an accident IT COMES BACK ON YOU for taking integrity out of the car.

[@samadamms3432]

I hate the wood floor idea too, but it wouldn't be illegal.

[@warlockborn1031]

It only has to make it across the yard to the storage shed...

[@haynesdavis-m3p]

@@warlockborn1031 Or rather, it only has to make it onto the trailer of whoever buys it when he flogs it for $5k. 🤣🤣

[@DaDom07]

A wooden floor with a hole in it so you can put your feet through if the cart is left lying down. Just a tip! 😁

[@johnmclaren7059]

Coat hanger?🤔Iam not a welder but is this a common trick of the trade to fill in holes ?

[@haynesdavis-m3p]

Nails, screws, bolts, basically any ferrous metal that fills the gap, will do ok and yes, pretty common trick if you're a farmer doing your own welding.🤣🤣

[@donmelvin7102]

Those metal rails on both sides of the transmission hump are original uni-body frame rails. Please use a metal floor so these can be tied in solidly. Love the car!

[@darinmason2987]

Your tape measure wasn’t straight it was bending in the middle, a chalkline Would have been the way to go.

[@chuckgebhardt6926]

Jolene, Please buy him or buy the material to build a workbench to work off of. He makes my back hurt working off the floor.

[@1944chevytruck]

lookin good!

[@joelav7222]

Rock on Chad , heavy metal floor is the way to go…but it’s your build you can do whatever you like..😎❤️✅🇨🇦

[@NickDanger1957]

Might use ironwood maybe put a glass top on it

[@louiswauben7185]

Maybe you can fabricate a floor like the floor of a truck bed?

[@bobc9405]

The wood floor idea sounds interesting. GO FOR IT!

[@ShannonWiley-gt7wc]

Love it looks great

[@walterbooth534]

If it is to be wood, should it be marine grade?

[@chrisallen2005]

Won't matter if it never rolls.