Buran Safari CVT - Tracked Amphibious Vehicle Build Ep. 11

Making a whole separate frame for the Rotek V-twin engine, new Buran Safari continuously variable transmission and Peugeot Partner five speed gearbox to get rid of the flex between the gearbox and the engine. Now this whole frame is mounted on rubber bushings on the frame of the tracked amphibious vehicle and should reduce vibrations from the engine. Fabricating a roll bar / crash bar and mounts for the pilot seat.
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Soundtrack:
Pomade - Silent Partner (KZbin Audio Library)
Welding equipment:
Fronius TransSteel 2700
Optrel Crystal 2.0 Welding Helmet

[@xorfive]

I respect a person who is willing to redo a lot of work because they feel it could be done better. That is what separates regular from brilliant.

[@Splits-man]

It’s funny the little gems you find on KZbin. That toothbrush in the oil trick is a pearl. Thanks.

[@leroyc179]

Donn, as usual, your skills and ingenuity do not disappoint. I'm quite sure both your Father and GrandFather are very proud of you!! Great work

[@DonnDIY]

Thank you very much.

[@medtec6747]

I gotta say I'm damn proud of your resolve. One of the hardest things to do is stop while you are in the middle of building something and take a good look at and be willing to take steps backwards and redo work to make it better. I've been there and done that and it's not easy. I love your work and look forward to more.

[@alansmith8764]

Agree with this 100%

[@gregsullivan8956]

Who needs a mill when you have a sharp drill bit. NASA could save tons of money with an Engineer such as yourself! You have awesome skills.

[@gregmislick1117]

Next Chanel - Donny DIY - In Space !

[@resistireland694]

Not only are u in a class of your own brother, u also seem to be in a world of your own. Brilliant. Respect from Eire.

[@zetacon4]

I Just love watching you fabricate! It is so plain to see that you think it, you measure, you cut, you drill, you weld. Your vision comes to life! It is now reality. Perfect.

[@Mikefestiva]

That new CVT will definitely be a great improvement, Much nicer quality. Thanks for posting! It’s nice to see how you go about building these parts, everyone has there own way to build things and it’s always great to see that! I’m looking forward to part 12!

[@DonnDIY]

Thanks, Mike!

[@robertomariabanfi5034]

Mi manca la voce

[@robertomariabanfi5034]

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[@johnkinnane547]

It’s really coming together, the engine and transmission are quite complicated but your on top of it. Great work and welding regards John

[@DonnDIY]

Thank you!

[@McCuneWindandSolar]

i'm so ready to see this monster running cool project.

[@ejejre]

Have been waiting on this video and suddenly it's there! Keep up the good work!

[@VintageTexas59]

Nice work, very impressed over your welding and taking care of details for structure strength. You got the skills ! Looking forward to the next video.

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Hey Donn, sure do enjoy watching you build stuff, no temper tantrums!!! Have to change something, so what. No blue prints to go by, big deal, I will do it Donn’s way. It will be strong and work the way I want it. Yes Sir, you’re the man and we admire you and your work habits. Thanks for sharing with us and keep them rolling 👍👍.

[@DonnDIY]

And once again, thank you for the support!

[@sgalvo]

Man I am a retired Steelworker and will be waiting for your next videos. Your knowledge skill and patience are to die for. Have fun.

[@DonnDIY]

Thanks man!

[@raincoast2396]

That vehicle will make a member of the "Too Much Fun Club"! Pretty good.

[@adenamsekian5279]

Well used modern equipment for the very least time consuming . You're working on very carefully part by part. U May probably be able to proceed your talent in making a such vehicle.

[@arthurmario5996]

Ok, everybody has admired your skill, and I greatly agree. What impressed me more is the tidy shop!

[@DonnDIY]

💪

[@carlosaguirre9892]

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[@glennwilck5790]

Bro the way you can go out and make anything you want from some piece of metal is so awesome! it makes me want to get a welder and a lathe and get building such an amazing skill you have..if you need a bolt, or bearing housing, or drive shaft you just make it from whatever you have, it's so cool love watching and getting ideas on how you do things because you know what to do..truly a pleasure watching someone with your skills!

[@URAL-174]

Как раз вовремя нашёл ваш канал, тоже начал собирать подобный аппарат, только для работы))) шикарная работа, золотые руки!!!

[@dt9094]

That’s thinking outside the box. Outstanding.

[@tonygallo8570]

You are a true Craftsman designer and fabricator my hat off to you did a wonderful job

[@shurlin79]

Consider to add small drain and vent holes in the frame tubes. Let the water evaporate once it gets there.

[@horstszibulski19]

That was great! The flex coupler was brilliant! Your weldings look like silicon beads, awesome! I had so much fun just watching you, thx for the vid! :-D

[@user-ej6yu7kv2m]

Все просто отлично. Очень профессиональная ,чистая и грамотная работа. Удачи и счастья. Лайк, лайк и только лайк,хотя не в лайках дело.Просто уважение как к мастеру.

[@randyhager2054]

Progressing nicely on the tracked vehicle Donn. Can't wait till your next video.

[@wpowerwagon]

Man you really have some great ideas, and great welding going on here, great job, and thanks for sharing your thoughts and video

[@jamesnoonan2242]

Layout work was my favorite. Great video.

[@swatson0061]

Brother, you are an amazing fabricator. Love the videos.

[@oleggoshenko7268]

Отверстия в уголках крепления агрегата желательно рассвелить поболее и поставить резиновые втулки от верхних штоков амортизаторов,(они с юбкой)чтобы крепежные болты не касались уголков.,иначе вся вибрация будет передаваться на кузов.С уважением!)

[@vofka5263]

ябы в эти места поставилбы шайбы передних амортизаторов от ваз 2101 и верхние резинки,,бублики,, от тудаже былобы лучше.

[@MrViktorlundin]

This is such a fun project to follow! Love from Sweden!

[@wizzie2k]

You are AWESOME!!! Can't wait for the next one!

[@jeremiahgirdan1593]

Awesome to see it coming along!

[@user-fc8xm7zz7g]

Какая называется сварка?

[@Cvanfores]

Oh wow, that's amazing, wonderful work friend, I hope to see how it will look.

[@MikeL-vu7jo]

thats going to be an awesome machine , your a hell of a thinker with great tool making skills

[@DonnDIY]

Thank you for the motivation!

[@MaxMustermann-pr2ez]

Hi , very nice still see your great love of Anglegrinders , keep up the great work , cheers from Germany

[@rcpatapouf]

Very interesting video ! Can't wait to see it finished ! Hi from France

[@user-df6ns9ud2t]

Молодец! Так же и продолжай, и успехов тебе!!!

[@brucemillar3015]

I really like the way your powertrain is evolving.

[@sriramsrinivasan8617]

I first got your video as a recommendation in KZbin. From then I'm your subscriber and eagerly waiting for your tracked vehicle build videos. Also loved your grandpa yesterday

[@joshuaponyboygreyeyes2507]

Sweet just got home and this pop ups been waiting

[@matthewf1979]

Great progress this week!

[@tomlee7966]

always like before watching, cant get enough, great job

[@johnvro967]

Absolutely fantastic, you are amazing. I've worked self employed as a custom fabricator for 45 years. It is a true joy watching you, your skills are awesome. I'm retired now, and in the process of building a 30' x 30' work- shop, because I can't wait trying out some of my ideas. Will be following you, keep up the good work !

[@DonnDIY]

I support the idea of building a nice work area. Ideas are worth bringing to life!

[@williambautista4912]

cant wait to see the final set up..keep it up.watching from philippines.

[@magnificentshine1]

Great build you are doing great live watching ya!

[@wearemilesfromnowhere4630]

Very enjoyable process. Thank you.

[@vopry]

Excellent work, man

[@p3692]

Amazing video, look forward to the next one

[@gatoalbino740]

O ruim dos teus videos é porque eles tem fim!!! Parabens , teus trabalhos são sensacionais!!!!!

[@donbanti7734]

Your welds are excellent!! You are a very ingenious man and I love your videos. I live in Yuma Arizona USA.

[@atamangalkin]

Das ist fantastisch. Gut gemacht.

[@DonnDIY]

Danke!

[@Cundi92]

Just about to seat for dinner and this pops up, and 30', pretty good!!

[@DonnDIY]

Cheers!

[@raph7711]

Nice transmission flector!

[@victoryfirst2878]

You really got MIG welding down right. Love your use of the abrasive cutoff saw. Keep up the great work too.

[@DonnDIY]

It is mostly the welder. 😜

[@victoryfirst2878]

@@DonnDIY Proper technique means a lot too.

[@rodeira1]

Man, you are a very inteligent creature, congratulations, I could never do that, for sure .

[@SavxgeX420]

Im only 20 minutes into the video and i had to stop and comment. The rubber flex coupler is absolutely genius.. Really! I mean it! I like that it allows for a several degrees of angle offset.. It seems like it will run quite smooth too! I will definitely be filing this video away for future reference.. I know for sure ill be able to use this idea on a few projects I have in mind. Great idea 💡

[@chrisparris7003]

I like this design way better the single unit power train is awesome

[@Accolade.]

OMG I loved everything you did.

[@nickd5943]

Donn, I’ve read many comments stating “so much steel gonna need a bigger engine”. Do you think they gave any thought about how low of gearing this is gonna be? A transmission that has its own differential of about 3 to 1 going into another differential that’s about 3 turns in to 1 turn output. I think your doing a damn fine job.

[@DonnDIY]

That's right - the first gear reduction is at the CVT when on lower revs; second gear reduction is in the gearbox and first differential 1:4 ratio; the third gear reduction is in the second differential also 1:4 ratio. It'll be quite slow but enough for my use.

[@kgb5223]

Yes, and these engine have a lot of torque for their small size. It'll be fine ! 👍

[@samuelparris8329]

I'm joining this midway - are you making a separate water impeller?

[@tectalabyss]

Hi Donn. I love the improvements ! Has always I Liked,Shared,Added to playlists. All my best.

[@marthatscharner9999]

Primitifer Im UrwaLT

[@kameljoe21]

Nice call on the power pack, Better than welding it to the frame!

[@sjp52047]

Very good progress. Your engineering is spot on. Regards, Solomon

[@kanartech]

Replacing the CVT will took a long process. Nice job

[@Cypsmen]

Interesting project, next year I will be making my own tractor, I will definitely use the technical solutions presented in your films in my project ☺.

[@josedasilvadasilva2416]

E um bom projeto né

[@paulmartin3340]

It's starting to look like one tuff vehicle now. Great content as usual. Pretty good my friend. Can't wait for the next installment of the build. Peace from Australia MATE. 👍🍺👍🍺👍🍺🇦🇺🇦🇺🦘🦘🦘

[@osvaldotorres2369]

Very nice. you got so many good ideas.. sometimes I wish I was there with you paying attention what you doing I like all you ideas thank you for all you videos God bless👍👍👍👍

[@user-oi9pu4ys3j]

Смотрю, наблюдаю, мастер рукастый, базара нет, но посмотрим на результат в итоге! Всех благ только

[@user-rp6bx2uz9q]

Картинка в самом начале не соответствует железке. До сих пор не пойму, как он гусянки будет одевать.

[@yeagerxp]

Excellent 👍👍👍. Thanks for sharing

[@sgribb02]

Love your work!

[@Roboticus_Prime_RC]

In the tank world, building the engine and transmission into one removable unit is called a "power pack."

[@barakobamadubai]

Genius boy. I like. I would be glad to work as your helper to learn😉

[@Papa_D]

Great work and awesome welding ! :-)

[@kerrygleeson4409]

Always very interesting thanks for sharing 👍🇦🇺🚜

[@maxwellharmon4172]

awesome vid!!!!! YOURE THE MAN!

[@Redneckmfg]

Just when I thought you could not do it any Better ---- You Do !!!! You are truly amazing and your thought process for your builds are over the Top...This is going to be a beast !!!!!

[@raxeskla2981]

Mulgimaa Eesti keeles

[@edgarkuylen276]

Awesome job!

[@user-yj1vb1lk2z]

Good weld.

[@shergilltv316]

Good work and Danny D

[@jonnymandoonthemove157]

A pure Arnold Schwarzenegger line “If you think I cannot handle the torque think again”. I’m stealing that line.

[@philgarcia9896]

Wish you could make videos all day of this build it’s getting exciting

[@mynameisrufusdude]

Such beautiful welds

[@timjohnson6864]

Tht moment when you look over and you notice a donn diy notif on the phone so you shut down the 100year old lathe to watch

[@MakinEndsMeet69]

Hello Don, always making improvements that's great. I truly cannot wait to see this thing run in the mud! Maybe go out and tear down some beaver dams, keep those videos come in there brother

[@DonnDIY]

Thanks man. I hope to see this in action soon, too!

[@glenking3337]

You are a lot like me. I too fully weld stuff together and then change my mind. Also usually some piece of scrap or junk sits around for years and years and then one day after I throw it away, I need it!

[@DonnDIY]

That's exactly how it happens!

[@moselomika9423]

Woow, nice fabrication work I like the you fix the ball joints,

[@AlexAlex-jz1fu]

Cool! Great job!

[@bartonrobinson4266]

Donn this project is a fantastic build, changes you make fit well and all the additional material added will no doubt make it robust and into a class of it's own. Beautiful Machine and so many thanks are Due for the adding the influence of Mr Doug from svseeker to your video, he will no doubt be informed and giving the heads up, by Me..he and I are good friends and I spend many hours working with him and so many others aboard seeker, Thanks so much Donn, your a true craftsman in your ideas and builds...Bart !!

[@DonnDIY]

I started watching SV Seeker and Doug on KZbin probably near to the beginning of the chinese junk boat build. Everyone will learn something from that build! 🤘

[@jessereed550]

Love them ol engine lathes

[@Rubbernecker]

Sat down with a glass of wine to watch hockey, saw Donny Dee's video.... Bye bye hockey!!

[@DonnDIY]

😂

[@smm5343]

Very wonderful work continued 👍👏

[@tomharrell1954]

Great job ! Just for fun make a “U” from a piece of metal sheet. Turn it upside down. Put it over the drive shaft and sit it on the square tubing body piece under the drive shaft. Weld the tops of the “U” to the square tube body piece. Now, if the drive shaft ever comes loose or breaks while you are going 50 k/hour the drive shaft will not beat you to death. ;)

[@Helder_lacerda]

Tá ficando muito bom ! Very good...

[@Sniperman1238]

Bad ass bro!! Almost done.

[@David-pk9be]

Nice build!

[@richardgreen7811]

Really nice work. Great imagination and skills.

[@MaxMustermann-pr2ez]

very nice welding ,work with what you have get !!!

[@docdetroit146]

You are doing great work. You should know that the input shaft of that transmission only has a one bearing on it. It needs to be centered to your clutch with a pilot bushing. So the shaft stays still it won't flop around otherwise you'll wear the input bearing out quickly

[@niklalaine3495]

Thank you for this good content

[@reminencioni4662]

Super travail, belles soudures, le bonjour de France

[@deutzfahr3822]

Respect👍🏻❤