Body vs. Chassis - Part 3 - Gas Monkey Builds

[@GasMonkeyGarage]

The wrenches are turning and the sparks are flying! What do you think of this Gas Monkey build so far?

[@mkcarrdini]

looks cool, love moving wheel wells instead of cutting Frame

[@kipperlane5589]

Like the idea what happened to all your workers need to get your boy back hell Richard can go work for him ? Guess he could sweep the floor lol

[@bear1245]

Make ride height lower at the front

[@mikeserrano3813]

Richard's got a winning team and he and his young guy with the Matthew McConaughey hair are a very charismatic team..reminds me of when he and Arron started out..I see great things in the future hold onto that one Richard ..he's a hard working loyal young man!

[@billtribble2288]

Fake as usual. they Will have a stupid pile Of $$ invested but Richard will lie about how much he sells it for. the donor chassis was new I think. No telling the. build cost. Going to have custom wheels .made for it. ridiculous amount of $$

[@danielking1850]

This young kid is pretty good, I'm impressed so far.

[@DirtyBertyGameing]

For sure!! He definitely shows great potential.

[@paulshamblin6260]

Kids work is great. Needs a haircut. Lose the flat bill. It's Texas. Straw cowboy hat for summer. I hope he gets his own show eventually. Laughing at the camera guy, bad move. RR is always bragging about $.

[@clubsport9334]

Excellent vision.

[@DirtyBertyGameing]

@Jimmy Jones & the Kool-Aide Crew for sure. You don't judge someone based on the mistakes they make, but rather you judge them on how they correct them. Time will tell

[@gerryhartung736]

If they are trying to sell this to Richard, why don't they just mark it on the side of the body with a marking pen?

[@ronlynch7744]

Smart call keeping the Truck frame intact. This should look real cool when done.😎👍🇨🇦

[@1982MCI]

Keeping the drivetrain untouched and maintaining the drivetrain warranty is worth thousands! And quite possibly, tens of thousands!! I wasn’t for it other than that cause I was just scared they wouldn’t be able to pull it off but once Richard green lighted them I was behind em but and praying they would pull it off , and they did!! Good job millennials and the old fart!! I’m proud of all of ya!! Outstanding job!

[@markae0]

4:44 The drive shaft cut? and re wielded together and the RPM's it spins at? Stretching? it is shrinking. Hates decisions .. LOL that the bosses problem yes.

[@truckerdaddy-akajohninqueb4793]

This is what is missing on the TV shows: the fabrication part.

[@jpgolan1944]

"Bitchin' Rides" shows a lot of fabrication

[@truckerdaddy-akajohninqueb4793]

@@jpgolan1944 À fair bit. But this episode was so different than normal TV

[@lvthud]

No scripted BS, just good old building a car/truck, what Fast and Loud did for the first few seasons before turning into a "reality show".

[@bear1245]

‘KSR Performance’ for fab work my guy 😉

[@billtribble2288]

they want u complete these projects in a short time. Lies lies more lies

[@DH-bw2rx]

Good call on the wheel wells. Whoever the blonde kid is he deserves a raise, he’s a worker and pretty sharp.

[@timpixberg552]

Needs some sandwiches though haha

[@northsidejeff9551]

Agree! That kid is Sharp!

[@loose-arrow-garage]

Richard, I'm glad you finally listened to the experts. Keeping the integrity of the frame is a great idea!!

[@Nixqy]

what richard did is what a good boss should do, challenge the thought process and make them think it through - then trusted them to do it right, that's some top tier management

[@mikehathaway2842]

The new crew is forcing Richard to do boss things, when you remove the fake discovery tension issues from the old show, the crew did it their way more often than not, this crew is bringing options and forcing him to make a decision. They also do what Richard tells them so Richard is forced to make good call, he can't sit back and blame the monkeys later. Hind sight cutting the bus was the right call, but it was not an easy call.

[@kevinfonseca3917]

How old is this kid? Has he been working with tools from 2? He will definitely make it in the automotive industry. Great job.

[@matts5154]

@Jimmy Jones & the Kool-Aide Crew 22? Well I'm a fucking failure haha

[@francispoulina9435]

Would like to meet this guy one day.

[@wileecoyote5749]

If you put phone down and get job you'll do same.

[@JeanPaulConnock]

@@matts5154 You're not dead yet, so there is time

[@GasMonkeyGarage]

He's only 22! He's been working on pretty much everything and anything for as long as he can remember.

[@bingrijper]

I love seeing how it all grew from 16seasons of crazy work schedules and now smaller team working normal days and getting shit done....

[@GasMonkeyGarage]

Don't get us wrong, the schedule is still crazy but without having to put up with all the TV drama, it definitely lets us knock out builds faster and easier.

[@CanaRollcreations]

This new young master mechanic is on point. I like how nothing scares him and he just knows he knows…and he’s humble enough to feed off new information or different ideas. What a great change to the company

[@guyknightley3499]

Yep. He's going places if he keeps this up.

[@meh-canics9628]

That was definately a better decision on the wheel well! This Is going to look Badass!!

[@jeffreyhutcheon5274]

This is so much better than the old show. The new format is the best version of what you guys can do!

[@rocketno46]

I saw all the Fast N' Loud episodes, but this setup with limited tools and crew is way more entertaining! Keep it up!

[@dhaley8847]

I have been in the Body Shop business for 43 years and Really like the realism of the KZbin show! for me its better than the TV show! keep up the great work guys!

[@jasonthemason1971]

Feed Richard about 6 beers before telling him that…………. Much easier !!

[@kevingleason5434]

Looks like Miller is back, so he probably will be sucking a case or so down.

[@jamislandcarshow8162]

Agree 👍🇯🇲

[@erin7102]

I like that the conversations are there and that Richard talks these decisions through with the team. I think they make sound decisions this way. This rebuild is awesome! Can’t wait to watch the next episode.

[@robf.3271]

Excellent idea on the chassis, safety glasses kids when cutting/grinding...save the eyes.

[@kevingleason5434]

He had a shield on. Except when he was drilling, it was flipped up.

[@michaelleonard1186]

Just WOW unbelievable what they can do, that young guy is really very intelligent and seems to know what needs to be done, loving the show! Can't wait to see when the buss is finished!

[@judahchadwick6577]

Good job Chase! I like where your head is at. I often have those exact same kinds of conversations, and you did great! This is a sweet build, and it’s neat to see this side of things.

[@rampooni8122]

I love how Richie giving young kids a chance with such a big project

[@thetilemaniac]

It's only money! If the young-uns screw it up then daddy Rich will bail em out like the government did Dodge and GM

[@getchasome6230]

Thanks obama

[@Bullshit1011]

Bryan C epic 😂

[@paulhoskins7852]

I really like this young man with all the big truck & Diesel experience.

[@travisdrum6760]

This new kid is one hell of a mechanic!!! Keep him around for sure!!

[@truckerdamnyankee]

This kid is pretty good.. I had my doubts, but he's killing it

[@johndavis1387]

Good job finding that young man. He is a badass. That was the rite call cutting the wheel wells. Looks better than factory.

[@allysonhanks9159]

Hello John

[@thinkdesignbuild8893]

Extending the wheelbase will make for less rear end swing, easier to drive plus all factory parts for the chassis is a win/win in my books

[@BillSheley]

Kid needs a raise. He will be getting poached big time.

[@wileecoyote5749]

You entitled lil brats. For fuck's sake man that's his job.

[@FastMovingZombie420]

@@wileecoyote5749 You obviously didn't understand his comment. Another business will see the kid has talent and will pay him more to come work for them if he's not being properly paid for his work at GMG. That's business and his idea just saved Richard a lot of time which equals money and in the end will have a better product because of it. Most good employers will take note of that and shoot him a little bonus after the build is done.

[@CovertOperation13]

@@FastMovingZombie420 I think he is Richard's step son, So I don't think he will be leaving anytime soon.

[@FastMovingZombie420]

@@CovertOperation13 Ah, didn't know that. Knew the camera guy had ties with Richard but not the diesel mechanic.

[@enchanted_blue9807]

@@CovertOperation13 no the camera guy is his step son

[@frankwolf389]

I agree with Ron Lynch! Good call keeping the frame intact. No issues with added driveshaft length and vibration, better ride and not bouncy. Can't wait for next video.

[@careyaxt5738]

Love the new show. Love the build. Love the new team. Nice work.

[@jamesb.492]

Me too. This is for real. None of the made-up TV crap. Same reason I love the YT of Dennis.

[@stevenk6638]

This is SOOOOOO much better than discovery ! ! !

[@dallasstepto8409]

The young fella got some talent good job on hiring him

[@jamesconley40]

It's looking good right call guy's not cutting the frame It's looks awesome It's coming along good ...love you Richard keep them coming brother 👍

[@allysonhanks9159]

Hello James, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. Looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind thank you.

[@vincentenk4449]

Diggin' the new format IMMENSELY! Great job guys!

[@GasMonkeyGarage]

Thank you! Glad that you're liking it! Still a TON more to come.

[@vincentenk4449]

@@GasMonkeyGarage you're welcome & keep 'em coming!

[@gregsimon9061]

The young kid is sharp, he brings Richard out and gives him options to think about, and it all worked out for the better. But in the end Richard makes the final decision and you can’t argue with him, because he’s the boss. You just basically have to prove to him that you’re right. Awesome job guys, I love the fact that they’re not working 24 hours a day.

[@jcarter7731]

"you don't make enough to make a bet".. who's fault is that lol

[@jackalo626]

That was some douchey shit to say.

[@darrengriffin3794]

Nah he is right for sure.

[@jackalo626]

@@darrengriffin3794 didn't mention right or wrong, I said douchey.

[@redzed40]

If he said that to me..he would have been sitting on his arse very quickly...extremely rude..

[@darrengriffin3794]

@@redzed40 nah kid

[@imgood1291]

im enjoying the build so far keep up the good work guys. im a retired wrench myself 26 yrs as grease monkey.

[@jamessalter676]

Definitely a good move moving back that rear arch than doing the work cutting the frame. It will ride better also.

[@JonParrYucatan]

Richard, trust your crew. One key thing that not cutting up the chassis did was you get to keep the warranty on the chassis. That is a very good thing.

[@allysonhanks9159]

Hello Jon, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. Looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind thank you.

[@jimk7882]

That young guy is extremely sharp!

[@donaldholtzman5429]

this is so much better than the TV show. Skip the theatrics and show the build, love it. Im also seeing Richard in a new light

[@RenegadeRL_FR]

Where is part 4? I’ve been waiting so long. I NEED part 4.

[@AgentSmith82]

Cutting it was a great idea. Richard and the boys made the right decision here. Better to cut up old bodywork than a brand new chassis. Keep up the great work!

[@michaelbaumgardner2530]

Im highly impressed,that young man is very smart.

[@nigelcarren]

From one metal-botherer to another: You young man can talk the talk, but unlike many, you also walked the walk! BRAVO... beautiful result! Less bus more custom now. 🏆⚒️🇬🇧

[@seekersofrhythm]

What a team you have there. "Design on the fly" Git you some of that!

[@allysonhanks9159]

Hello, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. Looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind thank you.

[@RobertFullStop]

Surprised that the discussion about whether shortening the chassis took almost half the video length and being shown the mock up for less than a minute, but good call on keeping the integrity of the chassis. Followers are hungry for build content. I'm sure all of us have watched the runs and re-runs of the TV show many times. I welcome bus, coach, truck and van builds over racing or hot rods ones. Come on Richard, give us the content we all want and be top of the car build scene again!

[@Mikey62866]

The kids right on this one... no brainer move the wheel well and not cut the frame

[@timknott5856]

Good call on the shell arches as the main structural is in the Chassis… Gas monkey as always bringing quality builds and quality entertainment…

[@warpedone2]

Pips gets all the beers he wants.... no permission needed

[@ronwhite6719]

I love this blog of a big build. So much better than the tv show. More entertaining watching the real fabrication rather than the drama.

[@trinidadian_jedi]

I feel that Phipps is underappreciated. how many cars has that man built in his years compared to those two kids. I hope he's making more money than them.

[@drinkingpoolwater]

i’m sure he is. he’s got a lot of knowledge

[@craigsmonkey]

Hey Richard, I’ve gotta give it you to. I wasn’t sure how this new vlogging format would go but you’ve nailed it, I’m loving the raw footage and more so the relaxed atmosphere with no shouting or screaming 🤘🏼

[@robertlaager3728]

Diggin the new show.awesome work.looks like you got a winning team.

[@scottosteen9538]

So glad to see GMG fabbing again. Thanks for sharing.

[@allysonhanks9159]

Hello Scott, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. Looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind thank you.

[@Buffetgangster]

This kid is definitely smooth brained

[@waultz4143]

Love how little Richard actually knows and or considers about building cars.

[@karlalton3170]

Richard should look after this crew especially the young lad he knows his stuff 😁😁🤘🤘

[@stevenmarchand8146]

Looks like your enjoying your work! And the crew! Good to see everyone having respect for one another to accomplish the task at hand! Happy for you guys

[@gmc.joesousa4360]

Richard you may need to brew your own beer . A light Pilsner you can serve on "The monkey bars "

[@roberttaylor5999]

Moving the wheel wells is definitely the right call! Much better ride and look, as well as keeping the frame ridged, keeping the driveshaft the same length so no cutting/rebalancing needed, and it keeps the geometry the same. Plus they won't lose the factory fuel tanks, fuel & brake lines, exhaust, etc.

[@EE0971]

Please tell that dude to wear safety glasses while using a wire wheel.

[@revolutionday1]

Gloves too.....

[@LewisRhymes]

A mask most importantly. Your lungs wont filter out metal particles!

[@andyb7963]

@@revolutionday1 you never wear gloves with spinning machinery, it'll pull your hand off if you catch it

[@revolutionday1]

@@andyb7963 Naaaaaaawwwwwwwwww.............

[@jimmyoakeslift4374]

@@revolutionday1 never use gloves on a white wheel, unless you don’t value your fingers

[@greenreaper1985]

There's something about chase even though he's probably never done it before and is quite honestly winging it, I still have confidence in him

[@camonick78]

How come they didn’t just cut both sides exactly the same and then flip them ? That would’ve given you two exact panels and got the 14 inches that you needed and kept the same body line ?

[@TheSnuggla]

Exactly my thoughts

[@Jeffrose_]

No time to think about it enough. That's a great pic idea though.

[@IggyCotton]

When the side panels are stamped, left and right body panels can be somewhat different. So flipping them could and most likely Not match up.. I worked at GM Truck and Bus Stamping Plant in Indianapolis.. Trust me, left and right body panels are not exactly the same. DIe panels in forming/stamping machines are not mirror images. Metal shrinkage in cold forming is enough to cause differences not attributed to forming die differences. They're close but flipping panels would stick out like a sore thumb. Good Thinking though!

[@j.d.8593]

I'm pretty sure the left and right side are not an exact match, just 1cm of difference would trough everything out of alingment

[@larryfriend2584]

My Exact same Question. I guess that they never worked for Graham Oates from the George Barris Studio Like I did.

[@diggingarizona8592]

You are literally, my modern day hero. keeping Classics on the road. Making Money and providing excellent content.

[@Miguel_480]

Lol your dam right that was Phipps idea. He actually know what’s he’s doing Richard

[@GasMonkeyGarage]

Exactly why we keep him around! Can't teach all those years of experience

[@diggingarizona8592]

@@GasMonkeyGarage We can say he Phippsed it very nicely!

[@captain_coleton]

I love that they have come to youtube, really shows how Richard is, loveable uncle.

[@GasMonkeyGarage]

@Martin ... we've never heard that before but now we can't unsee it 😂

[@stevemonkey6666]

14:45 "let them sweat it out for a little longer" 😁

[@revolutionday1]

#egyptianslavedriverstatus

[@markae0]

@@revolutionday1 Cost of electricity for AC is huge in one of those metal buildings. What does metal do in the sun? There should be something on the roof to try to absorb the suns heat.

[@jonmurraymurray5512]

@@markae0 interior is insulated.

[@bobbyhernandez2415]

I think Richard deserves a brew for listening and letting the fellas do their thang!!!…….they all deserve a few brews……hmmmm less than a 6pk between all of them.BRILLIANT!!!!!!!

[@cookaacoo2]

Why not cut the wheel-well +14” from the back on each side then swap sides?

[@megadeth934]

Bump

[@nehvada]

thats exactly what i would have done 👍🏽

[@hd4100]

I really like this lengthy in-depth format so we can see the details of how things are done

[@allysonhanks9159]

Hello David, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. Looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind thank you.

[@hermyherm365]

I love this !! I look forward to every Monday !

[@JustEnufCustoms]

Them boys putting in work. Great call on moving the fenderwell back. Nice work. ✌

[@allysonhanks9159]

Hello, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. Looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind thank you.

[@stevemowat4294]

Didn't think to offset cut the wheel arches and swap from left to right? would have saved 2 vertical cuts and rewelding! oh, and some time.

[@Wingnut_Stickman]

friggin genius!

[@ethan9552]

That's what I was thinking

[@blueovallife6868]

I was thinking they should offset cut the whole floor, wheel arches, tubs and everything side to side then spin it all 180 and weld it back in.

[@madmexss01]

Pulling off the upper rub rail and hiding the horizontal seem would have saved bodywork time as well

[@j.d.8593]

Left and right side are not a perfect match, it's an old bus, don't expect perfection from side to side 😂

[@ArchieStiglitz]

I absolutely LOVE that we are included in so much more of the build now

[@PunchFishing]

Love that Gas Monkey builds are back!

[@mattfarahsmillionmilelexus]

Definitely the right call on moving the wheel wells, the whole truck looks completely natural. This little show is really coming into it's own.

[@mikeokeefe2014]

Cheer's from Canada ! Love the show !

[@tylerdavis7952]

It would've been awesome to see THIS crew tackle those impossible deadlines! Love GMG!

[@benmaskell6895]

Offset cuts are your friend.. Left to right. A lot easier and save yourself more work

[@stewyxd]

Great series so far. Chase is such a good leader for this team and great in front of the camera too. All the guys pulling their weight, for what should be a badass bus! :D

[@correyy]

Nothing like wire wheeling with no safety goggles

[@youtubeisfullofspam7068]

Safety 15th ...lmao

[@klaaskomvaak1816]

Love Chase, good guy down to earth no arrogance and hard working. Take care of him !

[@1runone]

I need to go drink with Richard & get the man some Jordan 1s

[@Azlit]

You can drink with me and bring them j’s this way

[@1runone]

@@Azlit lol RR is the man

[@markgriffin4888]

Keeping the frame as is doesn't void the warranty on the frame, plus refitting the dash and firewall also doesn't void that warranty, good thinking KID👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@anthonyklein2944]

For some reason my brain keep saying, "are you ABSOLUTELY SURE, the firewall position is set, prior to moving the wheel wells?" I would think it would have been smart to take the outer dual wheel off the new truck, and set the bus on the chassis, and make sure the firewall, dash, engine, etc. spacing is correct, then you KNOW exactly where the wheel wells will be. Hope it all lines up!!

[@markgriffin4888]

You have to remember that the front clip' s wheel arch has to be in the correct position as well, that is what he took the measurements from. At this rate, the KID will have his new truck paid for in no time!!!!!!

[@anthonyklein2944]

@@markgriffin4888 I don't entirely disagree, he may have it all figured out, but my point is, the hard part is stitching in that firewall, and the easy part is moving the rear wheel well. I would think you would want the front done first, JUST IN CASE you made a mistake or something didn't fit like you planned, and it is still easy to adjust the rear, what happens if they are off a 1/4" probably not that big of a deal, but 1"? now you have to rework everything you did already. Not being critical, just my thoughts.

[@pamboskourtoulos5239]

This was both enjoyable and funny in parts. Thousand times better than fast n loud... well done.

[@knappdaddy]

Wow that was a great call going with moving the fender wells back ! Good job Richard for going with their idea !

[@truckerdaddy-akajohninqueb4793]

2:37 doubtful "Aaaah" becomes 19:20 "We" are in the mock-up stage. Love Richard's pronouns.

[@HighPriority]

Nice to see real deal deliberation on the better way to get that done. Glad you guys left the chassis alone %100 better choice! Nice work!

[@themotorhino1331]

Holy shit, get that dude grinding on the wheel well a mask and some glasses. Dude's gonna be blind with lung cancer next week.

[@MrDonny475]

i don't post on here enough but i am loving this bus build; well done leaving the NEW chases alone, outta da box thinking for the monkeys

[@markcatanzaro9699]

moving the wheel arch HAS TO BE A MILLION TIMES EASIER THAN STRETCHING THE FRAME and WAY BETTER for the overall integrity of the build

[@isnortk]

Im loving this new gas monkey. It sucked when the show ended and unlike most shows richard has a brain and kept somethinng that works going and improving on it. Love it

[@simonmcneilly55]

SAFETY GLASSES MY GUY ! metal splinters in ya eyeball ain’t fun, trust me.

[@carjac7665]

I'm only a few minutes in 👀Cut from the back seam to the top seam then and about 5ft from the arch on the right. Leaving you with just a straight rectangle, weld to up seam, clean and done 👆 easy to say when your just watching😅 and you have probably cut it up by the time I've typed this anyway. Enjoying the show you grabbed my interest. Well done so far 😎👍

[@tswr51]

What happened to the old crew?

[@r-kellyspeesheets908]

Covid happened, I know that Jason Aker works for Barret Jackson now.

[@greggcollins4215]

Never have caught the kids name. As the habit of wearing a ball cap backwards started with the comic strip character Chip Flagstone I am going to refer to him as Chip. This is one smart young man. Moving the wheel wells back is a stroke of genius. The look is better and the ride will be better. He shows a good work ethic and seems to think a problem through. Richard better give him a raise before he looses him. Chip you have a bright future..

[@nickt1262]

Maybe another Chip Foose in the making.

[@pawsomelabrastead9244]

Awesome, but Richard, please make sure there is tons of additional fluff added. I love to watch all the little details, thoughts, etc going into a build. Hours long episodes!

[@swamprattRich]

I agree with kid smart move keeping the integrity of the chassis will steer and ride better and with the axle 14’ back they can put a hitch in it the new owner can even haul a trailer and should pull better with that wheel base! Good call kid you did good 👍🏻👍🏻

[@greenmountainsuriving]

in the words of Steve Urkel "Did I Do That?"

[@1969Rotax]

GMG is back on the track! The KZbin version is way better than tv! Keep the video comin!