BUGATTI: INSTALLING UNIVERSAL FUEL SENDING UNIT

[@BubbaAyers1969]

Great video Chad and Jolene, I put one of those fuel sending units in before, I may be wrong but the float where you have it will read 1/2 tank, it needs to be adjusted 1/2 way in the tank, the float then will go all the way down reading empty.. I installed one years ago.. pull it back out see how for the float goes down, it goes down as for as it goes up from 1/2 way.. again I’m no pro but have installed them before, great video love watching your content

[@westonward735]

It's amazing the remarks that some people make. It's like they are not listening to a word you say. You may want to to double check the sending unit instructions.

[@jessestone1822]

That is why I like this guy, he is the real deal. On the fly and never quit till you gitter done. What ever it takes you can do it. Great job my brotha.

[@crkproductions5000]

I really enjoy the longer videos that provide more step by step instructions. I find your videos incredibly instructive

[@greenmountainsuriving]

I like what someone in the chat said wrap some leather around it and make it look like luggage in the old days high-end cars had luggage

[@christianmccollum1028]

I dig that 💡

[@blueovallife6868]

That is an awesome idea!!

[@niamakhtar2234]

awesome suggestion about having the petrol tank covered and finished in leather OR encase it in the same wood vaneer to match the dash and have brass fittings.

[@BadChad]

We were thinking the same thing

[@sack332]

Sending unit needs to be half height of tank for pivot point to show correct. The way you have it set Will it not show half full when empty?

[@alethacriss1528]

I fully agree, empty takes priority over full. Tom Martin.

[@mikejanes6225]

I agree!

[@geofo60]

The float needs to be about half an inch above the bottom of the tank and the sender needs to be far enough over for the float arm to move to the highest point when the tank is full.

[@BadChad]

I agree 100%. Thought about that after the fact which we will adjust. Thanks

[@sack332]

@@BadChad glad to help! BTW I'm amazed at your stamina and skills. It motivates me not to waste any time! And to go out and create stuff.

[@williestegmann2702]

Chad. The level assembly should be adjusted to go into the tank just to the to the halfway level mark. The bottom part of the assembly has a full and empty level stop. with the tank empty the float should be adjusted to hang about a 1/4 inch from the bottom when it hits the stop. This should now also allow the float to almost reach the top when it hits the stop. You are one awesome dude. Willie Stegmann from Houston Texas.

[@sack332]

That's what i thought too. Maybe it has an adjustment feature?

[@maxwellvonehlen552]

For the radiator on the upper hose you could bend a stainless steel tube around the fan and use small couplings to attach to the block and radiator. To keep the steel part from rotating weld a small tab with a hole in it and install a rubber isolated clamp on it..like the ones that hold electrical wires on the frame

[@blueovallife6868]

Love the fabrication as always.. but Chad talking as he works is still the best part of these videos to me!!

[@laverdad3091]

The gas tank could be covered whit leather . and made it look like a briefcase . Beautiful 👍

[@JUSBCAUZ1]

@ la verdad You have a good eye, wrapped in leather, with 2 belts around it, Just like one of the 1936 or 1937 Bugatti's that i had seen.

[@BadChad]

We thought about that

[@ivanjamesjensen3057]

Or a set of Mickey Mouse ears 👂

[@rond5661]

That fuel tank is an explosion waiting to happen the way it is built and mounted in the car. You be very smart to give the tank some thought and put in a much safer place. Right now it is about the cobbiest tank I have ever seen.

[@rond5661]

@@philup219 I have an excellent ideal of a location where you could put the tank yourself, lol.

[@rond5661]

@@philup219 Words of wisdom from a mental giant?? Not!

[@Gunstacks]

hey Chad, watching how you verbalise your thoughts while working is almost as enjoyable as watching you work. Great channel, thanks.

[@rondejoux8006]

The correct way to fit the sender is to screw it to a piece of 1/8 plate then weld the plate to the tank. That way petrol does not leak up through the screws.

[@danobrien3109]

Chad oh Chad oh Chad. You make me smile every time you go to weld something. I catch myself smirking when you get yourself all set to go and dang the GROUND!!!!! 🇨🇦

[@luzgonzalez2838]

I'm telling you..." learning something new everyday with Chad&Jolene".GBY. Blessings!

[@kayejaye261]

Ur like a mad scientist. The car is a piece of art. I love 52 thru 54 Chevy and Buick. Love to see what I could come up with on a build. Or a Studebaker front end. 49 May be? Tubbed rear. Miss working in garage. Only time I ever happy. Thanks for taking us along.

[@glennminnis2201]

Quick tip chad lay your market upside down ... flat against the filler tube so it leaves the ink marks on the roof ... perfect template to locate hole for gas cap.... I knew you would figure out the self tappers..... glad to see there is no quitter in you ... great job

[@alanstackhouse2939]

Perseverance Prevails! Nice job Chad! It was getting under your skin.But,You knocked it out of the park!😊

[@jodycopeland1]

That radiator is a great find my shop is the same way I’ve got parts all around I use what I have

[@neuromanglers]

This is one of those times where 100 percent focus is needed for the best outcome but having a running conversation with the audience is enough distraction to cause a few mistakes...but as always, these are opportunities to learn and the metal is super easy to work with and make it anyway it needs to be. Rivet Nuts is what I would use here to hold the sender down...which should be adjusted to the midpoint of the tank I enjoy the show and impressed with how you roll on and get so much done in an hour.

[@michaelneville6383]

Get rid of the viscous fan and fit an electric unit. No problems then with radiator hoses being too high and creating air locks. Great work as always Chad.

[@fourpoint9]

Mig welded with some coat hanger filler today... thanks for the tip Chad!

[@darrentrueman3930]

I had the same problem when I was lining my sender unit up few years ago scraw holes wouldn’t line up ended up moving round couple of millimetres and welding the original holes up all good in the end 👍🏼👍🏼 just frustrating at times but you get there in the end Chad keep up the fantastic work

[@tonybastien3692]

Your a good man Chad when Jolene asked you if you wanted to take a break you said I just want to finish this thing. The gas tank.

[@michaelrosebud]

What about a false bottom (removable) in the spare tire well, to be able to store stuff in the back where it would normally be wasted space? Spare tire out, false bottom plate out, stuff in plate back on & spare tire back in? Just a thought.

[@alcyon1]

Pressuretest fueltank ! Use contraflange welded on fueltank to prevent leaking. Looks dangerous a fueltank in the cockpit. Bending the arm from the fuelsender can harm the variable resistor. Make the hole in the tank a little bigger so the sender will go in en out more smoothly.

[@jasonrogers104]

Some these people on here forget your trying to make a video in an hour I understand that so maybe open the sending unit box before filming read first and then be a little better prepared that’s all love the show guys keep up the good work can’t wait to see it finished

[@ate-updesigns9186]

Love how this car is coming together and your doin it together with your bride to be...awesome job..both of you

[@sheldonbenson4510]

Your doing a great job on the gas tank and so is your film crew, Good Job!

[@dparscale2799]

Chad love watching you work. Have followed the placements and fitment ofmost items. But, the question I have is why not put the tank in thepocket between the spare and back seat ? It is the perfect place to have situated it so as not to have to modify your seat backs and put thefuel tank in your ear.This would have allowed morefuel and more aesthetic space.

[@cacacb]

Agree with Walking Talll, the sending unit is going to show 1/2 tank when the tank is empty, unless its possible to adjust the pivot point of the float to be halfway the depth of the tank. Chad is smart though, he'll figure it out.

[@TheFastStang]

Always a adventure to watch these episodes... 👍🏽🇨🇦 Cant wait for tomorrow

[@danbowers8691]

Love your motivation and desire, doesn't matter where gas tank location is, people don't mind sitting on a 500 lb. electric car battery under the driver's seat Great Job.

[@mikebondarczuk5892]

There is a big difference between working fast and working smart

[@bobrhoades1470]

Chad. Love your videos. It's true the sending unit needs to be in the middle of the tank so the float can swing top to bottom from the middle, and the screw holes are indexed. The reason for the notch. Holes are not evenly spaced.

[@robertnieforth9312]

I've been welding 40+ years and still for get my ground half the time.

[@salamander5703]

Could you get the filler behind the spare wheel cover? Would save having it on that beautiful bodywork.

[@tomsnyder5324]

Have seen Dave Kindig install a filler cap that is flush with exterior. Press down on the cap and is raises up for filler hose access. After pumping, push the cap down to flush position.

[@robertthompson6707]

Talk to Dave Kindig about the small screw in push to open gas cap that they used on one of their builds. I don't remember the car but the cap had an Indian head on it. It was part of the trim of the car

[@wilfrunge799]

Should you not swish a type of rust proofing inside tank to stop rust from any water in the gas or condensation?

[@ronaldschmuck3901]

Brother it’s good to see that you are human some shows you watch these guys never make a mistake like us mirror mortal’s

[@123ninjapower]

Chad & Jolene, you need to include a small clip of Jolene in all the vids. The fans want to see her too, it will bring more views. Keep up the great work you two and thank you. Artie, fr. Clarksville

[@JustinPaul1st]

Joelene don't need another man 😂😂😂😂

[@123ninjapower]

@@JustinPaul1st That's got nothing to do with having more views, beautiful women and cars go hand to hand.

[@MaxxedoutRodz]

I think chad should run the camera more too lol as much as i love chad i also love Jolene.

[@JUSBCAUZ1]

Simple fact, If its a choice, Jolene is much much easier on the eyes. As much as I seem to like Chad, I think Jolene would be a breath of fresh air with a couple of her own cute antidotes. P.S. Keep up the videos, Cant wait to see the finished product.

[@BadChad]

We will do that. Thanks

[@steveworth544]

love the coat hanger trick, Chad- you are putting yourself under too much pressure. More haste= less speed. You will need to refit the sender to read right. I was always told that if you had time to do it twice you had time to do it right first time. I am in awe of your talent without the need for speed.

[@jeffmaynard2031]

Chad You have to put the fulcrum in the center of the tank. The way you have it now it’s never going to read empty it’ll be half full or full. Love you channel!

[@SchwinnXchange]

Without being there I think I would have tried to make a tank to fit under the spare tire and maximize all that wasted space and would definitely put baffles in it or at least gas tank sponge inside to help eliminate the sloshing sound

[@toddlacroix7298]

Also for the bottom of the seats.. you can use pem studs so you can pull them out if needed

[@richardbush819]

Everyone has their day Chad. Just keep it up with what you are doing thank you

[@richardbush819]

Looks awesome. You make fabracation look good Chad. Everyone should watch what you do and learn from it

[@blaisesudderth6711]

FANTASTIC VIDEO The Graham car was a beauty! You have a great mind, the Graham might hold you back from building an art piece. With your thought processing, you create one of those masterpieces in the San Francisco auto art design university or even a Hines Corsair. This Bugatti creation is evidence that you can create several masterpieces. QUITE AN ARTIST. TRULY AMAZING!!!

[@leesmith2162]

When u make the filler neck , is it going to be in the way of the wood for the back window ?

[@shaungreen3949]

I don’t get some of the comments on here Chad has explained that the fuel tank will be closed in behind a fire wall with a door on it basically similar design to ralf Lauren’s Bugatti

[@leekingsland9292]

Great video as always keep up the good work

[@stanleyfanning5316]

Pivot offset, flip float over the other way to back of tank

[@robertnauss4815]

Chad build a smaller reserve tank and stash it under your spare tire in trunk ...I ride a Triumph Motorcycle the tank has a reserve...nicevto know it's just there peace of mind brother...greaaat work by the way...I'm learning lots from you..thanks...

[@freddiebates5539]

What are you going to do about the vent and the gas fumes inside the car 🚗 ?

[@onlyjesusisoursaviorgscast2800]

You are really good at what you do my friend. Beautiful work in fabrication

[@kevinching1975]

Hi Chad fantastic videos when putting the fuel outlet in you need a bit of the pipe inside the tanks so it does not suck down any dirt etc and block the pipe.

[@greghunter426]

I'm just curious, but does Jolene have any eye protection from the welder flash.. I'm watching on a 65" TV and I think my eyes get burnt sometimes...lol

[@fonhollohan2908]

Yes, God does loves ya Chad, and so do we. Love your content. I've been binge watching your videos and I thoroughly enjoy them. If my health ever turns around, I'll be driving down home and hopefully I'll be able to visit my brother and sister in nfld. I live near Toronto, Its been too long since I've been back home. I'd love for you to build me a car. I'd be on it in a second.

[@alethacriss1528]

Chad you could've saved time and grief by drilling and tapping those holes and had a neater job. Tom Martin.

[@greatescape7735]

'Like a gift from God'..Could have fallen from the sky! It's funny how things happen like that...A few months ago I bought a project to restore, a 1966 Mk1 Mini. On waiting several day for it to be delivered I decided when its finished I want a few period look fetures, 60's Lucas really lights on the front, number plate sticker on bonnet, small single clear light on back boot, leather straps on boot and period roofrack. I quickly rented a local single car garage ready for its arrival. Come the day it was due to arrive I also collected they key to the compound where there are a number of other garages to rent. I got there early and walked around the back of the garages to have a quick wee and guess what was just laying in the grass which I very nearly pissed on? An original 60's small roorack for a Mini. I could not believe it! What are the chances?

[@jeramiewinchell1410]

I believe the spout would look better on the side instead of on the top like that. Think of that option before you decide. Great build so far. I look forward to your content daily.

[@stacykemp7566]

Way to push through. Lots of respect for your hard work. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@robertjohnson7728]

You can search for hours and days to find a radiator that would work great find.

[@darenm617]

Hey Chad, is there any concern about the metal shavings inside the fuel tank?

[@larrylazure4288]

I LIKE STANLESS FOR RAD HOSE BUT as you say use what we got. Great great build. As always thanks for sharing

[@donmitchell3133]

Love this daily episode, look forward to each one. Is anyone else having trouble hearing him? The sound fades then sometimes returns(hope it's not my equipment) anyway Chad and Jolene keep up the good work please...

[@whynotcnc8828]

great job, lookin good, get rested, lookin forward to seeing end result

[@genekilp6537]

It would be cool to have the tank below the spare and the filler in the middle of the tire

[@rossdalfreys8883]

Have you considered the pop up gas caps for motorcycles. It’s rounded on topsode

[@geraldblum1026]

Chad sending unit needs to be set to half height of tank for pivot point to show correct. The way you have it set Will it not show half full when empty !!

[@tomsawyer247]

Thats good that will give him an extra half tank of gas lol.

[@donovandaws]

You need a flange on the inside of the tank where the bolts can go into, turn the rubber a few times. They usually line up only one way

[@stevenmcdevitt3245]

I wish I could afford to get you to work on my classic truck you are the best fabricator

[@townandcountrytallywhacker2968]

How many cars can you name that have the fuel tank inside the cockpit ? There is a reason for it's isolation. Please re-think this, even if you could form one from fiberglass inside the rear with steel between Jolene/You and it.

[@robineggb]

Another great video...lots of progress every day...

[@peterland7388]

Great find on that radiator! I'll bet the front end body design funnels at least 24.7% more air to it than standard grills do. Just saying.

[@BlackMagicMazda]

It's painful to watch Chad work at time. Slow down buddy. Work smarter not harder.

[@robertgibson88]

Halfway in the directions for the sender means to have the acuator arm adjusted midway in the tank. Not on the bottom. You will have to take it back out ,and move the square section up those bars until it is in the middle of the tank. The way you have it . It will read half of a tank at empty.

[@irfanullahmaingal6910]

Well done great job mission accomplished after a long battle look after yourselves both have a lovely day

[@donnieeveritt480]

snow day here as well 9 degrees also

[@OfficialHARTKAER]

I love your BuChaddi project😃😉 your the best💪🏼

[@bowycolt2132]

I love the way you just do stuff Chad just get in there and do it and its done ✔

[@whiteexploration2044]

Would love a shop I'm saving for some land at the moment then I'm gonna build a big workshop you both work very hard and you are doing great job chad and jolene

[@edludwig453]

are you going to pressurize the tank to leak check it before you install it

[@leroyasher5641]

lol was wondering 'bout the self tappers too Chad.

[@stephenfularz7573]

I retired from Lincoln electric nice to see you use Lincoln welders.

[@davidshaw6659]

What about a drain plug in the tank? And maybe putting the gas tank filler in the cabin wall behind the door would be more aesthetic.

[@gypsyjayrides6664]

Jolene, you will run out of gas before it shows half a tank on the gauge.

[@lloydabercrombie143]

If it has a stop for when it full it also has one for when it empty and the seats may not go back far with the back Angle you have on them and you say putting in a fire wall to

[@jameskahlerjr.]

i like the tank you made there and its so well made in such a size one yo come up with ,but have decieded to put a metal backing on it so you don't smell the fumes from gas while drive it .when all done and completely done .

[@killroy000]

Do you Epoxy line those gas tanks inside To make sure they’re sealed for fuel?

[@shaungreen3949]

With it being a all steel fuel tank he will have to get it coated inside to stop rust etc flow liner I think it’s called here in the uk

[@msolbakken]

Chad, glad you're using a bench of sorts. Save your knees and back,

[@crystalzimmerman2042]

radiator pressure checker on gas tank to check for leaks ?

[@mikebunkerjr2707]

Are the seats going to fit?

[@frankhall308]

Chad ...as good of fab guy as you are , could you not make a U shaped tank that would wrap around the spare tire carrier and would allow you to have a shelf back their for storage ??

[@peugeotobsessed7772]

Love the videos you put up there's all was a little job that will take the longest time to do keep up the good work enjoy

[@mikelester5123]

Better than I deserve, my go to saying, an yes I smile every time I try to weld without the ground.

[@dg5123]

did bad chad pressure test that tank. just asking????

[@gregleonovich2938]

installing your fuel tank sending unit, watched video was good, just 2 items of advice the notch in gasket is for you to cut a relief si you don't need screwdriver to get unitt out, gives room for metal bar slide up, 2nd you never raised float mount to sit at 1/2 tank like instructions said to

[@gregleonovich2938]

tank will read 1/2 tank when empty unless you correct it

[@FabioPereira-cp5su]

Este carro está a ficar brutal pelas boas mãos desse mestre tas de parabéns amigo um abraço 😉💯💯

[@caddyman4672]

Lots of inlets and outlets to consider on the gas tank build so well done putting it all together. Some comments on the gas tank position and safety etc...and thats OK. But it needs to be balanced with the perspective of function and application given this is a period-type car. It's also not going to have airbags and side-impact beams and that's OK too. My period-type cars have gas tanks either within the dash (gravity fed) or under the driver seat which is normal and correct. Let's not bubble-wrap the car build guys.

[@bambam7358]

Hi guys are your seats still going to fit now the gas tank is in?

[@DanielBODell]

Chad,did you build baffles in your tank?…helps,keeps the fuel gauge still.just asking,dan