Chevy C10 Air Suspension Final Install / Long Distance Fab 3

[@davidseward9259]

As a fellow garage fab'r myself. I just have to tell I love every video you make. Your content is pure gold. Even when I already know how to do what your teaching, the way you explain it just cements it in to my brain. I wake up everyday with the "keep moving forward" mentality. I wish I had the courage to get in front of the camera. Thank you so much. For everything.

[@GarageFab]

Yes!!! That’s what I like to hear, David. Any amount of progress is good progress. As for the “courage”… that’s not something I have. If you were to meet me in person, I’d be a completely different person. Shy, quiet, shy, awkward, shy… I could NOT film any of this if someone else was in the room. That said, if you think this kind of thing would be fun, I encourage you to give it a shot. Thank you Brother!

[@loganpotts9623]

Your channel's gonna blow up at some point bro. Good work, Fun to watch, Handy tips, with no BS mixed in.. and some light humor in there to top it off

[@KameronKLK]

He's 100% right.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you both! Hopefully there will be millions and millions of dollars to fund hundreds KZbin of projects!

[@Viralclown]

I actually thought it was some huge channel already until I read this

[@GarageFab]

Haha! I pretend there are millions of eyes watching me be a moron. That way I’m used to it by the time it actually happens.

[@Viralclown]

@@GarageFab best of luck mate. Doing a great job. I wish you well from Australia

[@heidielliott3881]

Jelly of Keith and the wifey!!! I enjoy the series! You’re work is always 🤩😎!!! Hope you all are feeling better!

[@GarageFab]

So much better, thank you, Heidi!

[@dondenny2534]

Welcome back, we missed you!

[@GarageFab]

It feels good to be back, Don!

[@albertcampos8533]

Definitely appreciate you going the extra mile to recreate the missing footage. 👍

[@GarageFab]

I’d say my pleasure but… What the heck, my pleasure Albert! The channel kinda falls apart of I can’t show everything. I appreciate you back my man. 🙏

[@Will-No-Co]

I like the way you supported the square tube. Looks robust and well executed.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, Will! They certainly were heavy! 😬

[@JonathanWhoever]

Thanks for the added effort to replace the lost video.

[@GarageFab]

My pleasure, Jonathan. I appreciate your appreciation!

[@designandbuild3953]

Dude - short series, long series, iPhone Siri, we just love to watch you build sh!t and explain it! Keep up the fine craftsmanship.

[@GarageFab]

That’s good to hear because the last 3 episodes were 99% iPhone. I expected some hate mail on the diminished quality. Thank you my friend! 😊

[@designandbuild3953]

@GarageFab haha, is it bad I didn't see a difference?!? I'm just in it for the fab porn, I'm not counting pixels or judging any color saturation, lol.

[@GarageFab]

Haha! No that’s not bad at all! It’s a lot easier to whip the phone out of my pocket that it is to set up my tripod and wireless mic system. The sound isn’t as good but apparently it’s not bad either!

[@jasoncampbell4723]

The cruising clip towards the end of the video was pretty sick!!!

[@GarageFab]

Thank you! I love that truck!

[@robertrusso877]

Thanks for this series! Love your work, love the truck! Yes, I would like to see more short series videos - actually I like anything you do. You’re an excellent teacher.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you Robert! I’ll be looking into picking up some smaller projects just for the sake of videos. 🙌

[@davidthompson245]

New to the channel, but loving every episode. You make it easy for the average dude to properly understand shit!. Awesome 👌

[@GarageFab]

Thrilled to have you my man! See you in the next one tomorrow… er, THIS morning! 🙌

[@KameronKLK]

You have given me a wealth of knowledge on suspension to help me build my 1954 GMC 2ton truck. I'm doing a 6x6 triangulated 4 link with air bags.

[@GarageFab]

Ooo! I’d love to see the GMC project! Hopefully you’ll share as you go. Lemme know if you need guidance. Best of luck!

[@bbfrosty]

C/10s are my fav so seeing my favorite KZbin series tackle a project on one was awesome! Thanks for the content!

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, Brandon! That means a lot to me! My pleasure my man. See you in the next. 👊

[@CalVlogz]

I could watch that Chevy slow roll alllll day! Awesome stuff brother!

[@GarageFab]

As could I! Thank you, my man. 🙏

[@Will_my65gmc]

Great series. I really enjoyed watching. I have a similar style setup on my 65 GMC project. Mine differs in that my bags are on the lower bars outside of the frame, with triangulated uppers inside the frame. I like your design and how you problem solved and worked around conflicting components.Thanks for sharing!

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, Will! I’m a little jelly of all you old truck guys. I’m gonna have to add a 60s truck to my list of future projects. Cheers mate!

[@teejay622]

Outstanding, as usual. I always enjoy your fab work, the editing - (especially the B-roll), the high-humored commentary and music. I always get stoked when I see a new GF video in my notifications. Dude, the time, effort and materials it took to build the example setup was over and above what any other creator would have done for their viewers. Just one more example of why this is the best fab channel on da tubes Aaron! To answer your question, YES, I'd like to see more of these types of series. You should set up a way for your viewers to support your efforts. I'm not a man of means but I'd gladly throw a few bucks a month your way, as I'm sure some of your other viewers would as well. Your content has legit value. How your numbers haven't blown up YET is a mystery to me. Glad you're feelin better. That voice on your short video was epic. Thanks for sharing it - lol. Be well.

[@GarageFab]

KZbin has been way harder than I expected. I thought it would be a fun way to pass time and somehow it became a second full time job. Your comments, TeeJay, are always a great reward. Just hearing someone appreciates the effort is payment enough. I will certainly have a merch shop at some point, but the urgency is really low. Honestly a shop feels like a way of asking for money which feels gross to me. The Garage Fab community is the main goal right now. To build a group of people that are willing to help one another out when I can’t, sounds incredible! At some point, I hope it’s clear that it’s not about the money for me. And THEN! a shop would be a way for people to show others the community that they’re proudly a part of. So for now… Just keep tuning in. And know that I appreciate you more for spending your time here than I would if you were spending your money. Thank you TeeJay! Oh! And feeling much better. Got my girly voice back finally.

[@rona1144]

New subscriber. The algorithm was favorable today and I am becoming familiar with your channel. I subscribed because of your clear articulation, your ability to communicate the complex into understanding {close enough really isn’t good enough}, and your humor. I like to learn and grow in whatever I am doing. I really enjoy your content. Thank you.

[@GarageFab]

Welcome, Ron! Glad to have you. It’s clear we both share a growth mindset. I’m honored you chose me to take part in your learning journey. 🙏 Best of luck Ron A. Sincerely, A Ron 😂 (Aaron)

[@rona1144]

@@GarageFab 🤣

[@PrimalOutdoors]

I enjoy short series like this. I think you should build a 4x4 Econoline next😂. Jason

[@GarageFab]

Well, Jason, It can’t be the NEXT project. I’ve already bought two donor vehicles for the next project. I’m pretty sure my Wife would like them out of the front yard. That would be a fun series of videos though. We’ll revisit that thought after a while.

[@PrimalOutdoors]

@@GarageFabNothing says class like Yard Art😂.

[@GarageFab]

That’s a nice way of putting it.

[@alandowney4458]

I'm glad your video made it into my feed. Even though it was 10 months ago. I have a 68 C10 longbed that I want to slam. I'm not a bad mechanic but I'm no fabricator. Great work and thanks for the video.

[@GarageFab]

Yes! Lemme know how things go. If you get stuck, you know where to find me. Best of luck!

[@ronbelldvm]

I really enjoyed this short series. I found your problem solving with link bars very interesting. I'm also looking forward to seeing more on the mighty max. Thanks for taking the time to share.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you Ronald! We will be getting back on the Mightymax immediately. Next stop front suspension!

[@whizwhisnant]

Oh he's gonna get 10" alright..... Well, not from me, but you know! Speaking of short, yes, I love short series like this. Great job as always Aaron.

[@kiethgrear3800]

Just don’t let our hair get tangled together

[@GarageFab]

And as always, thank you, Brother!

[@caseywojciechowski2830]

Great job you inspire us old folks

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, Casey! I’m an old folks too I think. Now take that inspiration and get in the garage this weekend!

[@dekebell3307]

Man, your channel is great! Would love to see tons of mini-series videos. Thanks for great lessons and for keeping it positive! Keep moving forward!

[@martyscncgarage5275]

Short series is great. 30-45 minutes max. Nice work!

[@GarageFab]

Much appreciated, Marty! I gotta be honest, I’m a little jealous of the creators that can create hour long episodes consistently… but then again I don’t have time to watch hour long episodes so why would I make them? Thank you, Brother!

[@cjg1482]

Great series. You show enough of the “how to” to be informative but not too much of the grinding and “painting a frame” that others do.

[@cjg1482]

I got my project on the trail today too!

[@GarageFab]

Thank you my friend. 🙏 Congrats! It’s a good feeling, eh? What’s your project?!

[@cjg1482]

@@GarageFab it’s an off-road rig, 2000 4runner sas but I had to fully rebuild the rear link setup.

[@GarageFab]

That’s exciting! I’d love to see it. I am a Toyota/Lexus certified technician of 18 years so I’ve seen the bottom of that car more than I’d like to. 😂

[@alburvill7034]

Any content is awesome .love the work you are doing

[@GarageFab]

Thank you Al! I appreciate you.

[@nimblybimbly4002]

I like short series like this one mixed in with the longer term stuff.

[@GarageFab]

Good to hear! I think that will probably be the format. One very large project that could last a year or more. Some projects that can be completed in a few episodes, and the single-episode weekend projects/tips and tricks. Eh?!

[@nimblybimbly4002]

@@GarageFab How'd you know I'm Canadian, eh?! lol Sounds great. I follow a lot of automotive channels and, honestly, you are one of the best. Shop skills, teaching skills, editing skills, positive attitude... you're killing it.

[@GarageFab]

It must’ve been the accent. 😂 Thank you that really means a lot!

[@stevehamilton9418]

When I’m in shop fab’g, love having good tunes…and on these videos, you sure have some good tunes going on! 👍

[@GarageFab]

Sigh. 😩 I remember rocking out in the garage to good tunes before KZbin. Now that I film my work, I can’t listen to copyrighted music when the camera is rolling. Thank you Steve! 🙏

[@wanderdejesus401]

Your work is fantastic, I've been following everyone here in Brazil and I've been inspired to also build a project of mine, a c10 1970, keep inspiring us with your exceptional tips!

[@GarageFab]

Nice! I’m looking forward to seeing your progress. Thank you for the kind words my friend! Best of luck.

[@coreywillhite1270]

Short series? Well yes of course we'll take more! Personally my favorite welding position is laying under a truck, half way in a suspended sit-up position, head laying on something very uncomfortable, but that's just me lol.

[@GarageFab]

Ah, yes. Whatever position best increases the chances of getting molten metal to drip down my neck or into my sleeve really gets my juices flowing.

[@foxbatmotorsports]

I'm definitely going to start using that chamfering trick to install sleeves in the future.

[@GarageFab]

Try and find that 45° chamfer bit! The ball nose was ok but it removed a lot of the weld.

[@J-RocksCustoms]

Definitely ready for mighty max content!

[@GarageFab]

Excellent me too, Jarret!

[@jasoneverhart6813]

As a C-10 fan this was a great series. Of course awesome content. Loyal fan.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, Jason! Thrilled to have you. See you soon! 🙌

[@jasonfikes9514]

Great video as always. Definitely enjoy the content whether it's a build series on location or from the homestead shop.✌😁

[@GarageFab]

Thank you Jason! I’m gonna try to avoid the “location” projects from now on. They made for good KZbin, but I didn’t enjoy myself very much. 😂

[@ItsAdam12]

This is by far the best and most informative channel I have come across. Usually I’ll FFW through a lot b/c I am advanced in my fab skill… on here hell no. I learned a lot in this mini series. Gonna carry a lot of information with me on my Model A coupe build 👍

[@GarageFab]

Excellent! I appreciate that more than you know my friend. Can’t wait to see the build! Best of luck. 🍻

[@laurensmith1828]

Youve got some mad skills . Well done and thanks for sharing so others may learn.

[@ChadLisonbee]

Downright surgical bro. I lost almost all of the remaining footage I took of assembling my plasma table to. I did however get the most critical I think. Anyway happens to the best of us. Bitchen video as always bro!

[@GarageFab]

Dude! If you can figure out how to never lose footage again, please share! I expect to find it in some strange folder some day. Looking forward to seeing Brother!

[@markrs2000]

Great show, as usual. More mini series like this, Yes please.

[@GarageFab]

Your wish is my command mark! 🙌

[@woodnwaveracer]

I say ot a lot, but this is a great video. Sad that you lost the footage and were not able to show the process, but we know you did an amazing job without seeing it. I like these mini series type videos, but I also like to watch longer videos when the content can support it, so either way is great to me. Looks like it turned out very nicely for sure. Now, let's get back to work on your wife's truck.

[@GarageFab]

Say it all you want, Shawn! It doesn’t get old. There’s a video about bushings that I’ve been wanting to get out of the way for a long time. So I think that one will be next, and then will Mighty Max it up! Thank you brother!

[@frankm8533]

That came out great I expected nothing less from a person with ur talent Mighy Max content let's do this

[@GarageFab]

Thank you Frank! You excited? I know I am. 🥳

[@thestreets5206]

Mind blowing workmanship to the highest quality, as usual ☝ 👌 👍 👏🙌

[@GarageFab]

Thank you my friend! Your kind words are greatly appreciated. 🙏

[@nicki8731]

This was a fantastic series!!! I already can't wait for the next video :D

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, Nick! I’m already working on it. I’ve also got to clean out the garage. Things have gotten a little out of hand over the last couple months. 😬

[@matthewmclachlan5794]

Top work again Aaron. Worth the wait as usual. Must be hard staying on top of all that footage before editing it all up.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you again, Matthew! Yeah not sure what happened there. I normally have pretty good organization.

[@lakeviewgarage3103]

Enjoy your videos very much. You are very talented, and I consider you a professional from what I have seen you do on your channel. That rear suspension came out awesome!

[@GarageFab]

Thank you my friend! Good to see you again.

[@123suzukisamurai]

Very awesome yes. Glad yr back. Don’t stop

[@GarageFab]

Thank you! I’m going to keep going until I drop.

[@huskydevil333]

Thanks for the great series! I always love your videos and I love the way your welds look. Have you ever made a video of your welding techniques? If not could you? Keep up the great work and I'll keep watching the videos.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you Rick! That’s something I get a lot of requests for. I’m honestly kind of uncomfortable handing out welding tips since I’ve never been certified. But then again people are requesting my technique, not necessarily “how to weld”. So you might see that type a video in the future.

[@huskydevil333]

@@GarageFab Well it certainly looks like you didn't let not having a certification stop you from becoming an excellent welder and fabricator. Thanks again for the content and looking forward to the technique video.

[@jp094283]

Mancandy work ethic: “Customer can jump this thing for all I care. I’m not worried about warranty issues.”

[@GarageFab]

You’re not wrong. There’s nothing good about parts breaking on the freeway. I’d be a terrible race car builder but a fantastic tank builder. 😉

[@nimblybimbly4002]

Love the content. That first song was cool too. Sounded like Audioslave.

[@GarageFab]

I was thinking the same thing. Thank you!

[@justindowlearn4562]

Just glad your. Back and these side jobs are great contents that shows different configurations and think it's good shit. 👍

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, Justin! It’s good to be back. I’m having a good time.

[@38Chev572]

I agree with Logan 100%. Wish you could fab up my car. Awesome videos, can't wait for the Mighty Max!

[@GarageFab]

One day I’ll have a shop large enough to store all y’all’s vehicles. And they can sit and collect dust because I don’t have time for any of them! I’m kidding of course. There’s enough of that sort of custom shop already. Thank you my friend!

[@petem6291]

You do such nice work, those trailing arms could work on a dump truck . (Flitch The strengthening plate in a flitch beam ) sorry my mother was and English teacher.

[@GarageFab]

I learned a new word today. Had to look up Flitch. 😆 Thank you, Pete!

[@meganmilesreidmeganmilesre7372]

Another awesome video Aaron!! Hope you are feeling better, can’t wait for the next one. These short series vids are fantastic, super detailed and I learn so much with each one. Whatever you make is awesome. I’m getting started with 49-51 Mercury, a video on size of 4 link Dom tubing, choosing bushing size, bushing sleeve size, bag size and where to buy these parts would help me out, likely others too. You the man.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you my friend! I can’t imagine I’ll have the opportunity to make that video. And I’ve done all the linkbars I need to do for a while. Also I’m not really sure people would agree with my opinions on linkbars. I’ll fill you in and then you can make your own decisions. I don’t use DOM tube unless something needs to fit inside like a Heim joint bung. Usually I just use regular mild steel tubing. I use 1.5 inch round tube with eighth wall for non-loadbearing link bars, and 2 inch square tubing with quarter inch wall for loadbearing linkbars (bars I have an air spring or a coilover mounted to them that support the weight of the vehicle.) I get all my parts from thorbros.com Hope this helps!

[@meganmilesreidmeganmilesre7372]

Thanks so much, you have no idea how much you have inspired me, keep up the great work!!

[@GarageFab]

Happy to be of service my man!

[@WillThat]

I really like how compact you made the setup. It bugs me when people make jungle gym looking contraptions that waste so much space.

[@GarageFab]

I miss jungle gyms! 😩 Thank you, Will!

[@Richie5480]

I love your welding gloves, I use them too. 😎

[@GarageFab]

I love them too! Thin. Dexterous. (That’s a word, right?) Cheap!

[@Richie5480]

@@GarageFab yeah I hate not being able to pick something up with my hands.

[@mario.mdhmueblestodoenmela1826]

Hola amigo, no me canso de ver este vídeo sos lo más. Me encanta como explicas todo a mi me cuesta mucho ler la traducción y ver el vídeo. Acá en Argentina tenés que tener muchos billetes para poder llegar a tener herramientas buenas para realizar esos trabajo, solo con verte sueño y seguiré soñando talvez nunca llegue a poder hacer una cuarta parte de lo que aprendí viendo tus vídeos. Acá para comprar un motor tenés que laburar 6 meses sin gastar un peso. Amo a mi país pero creo que nadie en el país equivocado jajaja

[@GarageFab]

mario!! No diré que es igual de difícil en Estados Unidos porque estoy seguro de que no lo es. pero también tengo que ahorrar mucho. gastamos tanto dinero en comida y en nuestra casa que no queda mucho para comprar cosas divertidas. Ahorré durante dos años para comprar mi cortadora de plasma. 😩 Todavía vale la pena. ¡Puedes hacer cosas increíbles con herramientas baratas! ¡Recójalos lentamente, practique y su trabajo se verá mejor que el mío pronto! ¡Gracias por seguir viendo a mi amigo!

[@mario.mdhmueblestodoenmela1826]

@@GarageFab gracias gracias dos un capo capo en lo que haces, no pence que era tan difícil allá como acá. Pero voy a tratar de seguir el paso a paso de las cosas que explicas

[@STeter76]

Love the work man. Can't wait for the max!!!!!

[@GarageFab]

Thank you Shawn. 🙏 Me neither!

[@johnmathews3027]

Kiora hello, Great video, love your work , when you said you consider yourself a professional .I agree a lot of others on KZbin think they are professionals but they're not. Hopefully I won't get too many deathreats for that comment lol🤣 any hue great video thanks for sharing

[@GarageFab]

Haha! Much appreciated, John. That means a lot to me. Thank you!

[@miketolson2915]

That came out awesome! Love this channel. Keep’em coming brother.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, Mike! I’ll keep making them until I can’t make them anymore.

[@dontrompas1312]

Yes more of these series

[@GarageFab]

Your word is my command, Don!

[@westennant4495]

Great welding mate like watching all your videos keep up the great work

[@GarageFab]

Thank you Wes. Never had one lesson! 😂 I appreciate you my friend.

[@garynoyes5043]

Loved it I was itching for more hell of a job

[@GarageFab]

Happy to be of service, Gary. Thank you!

[@corinamagnusson6479]

All your videos are awesome keep up the good work 👍from Australia

[@GarageFab]

Yes! Still hasn’t got old to hear that these videos are making it that far. Thank you Corina! 🙌

[@frediefarmer]

👍🏽🇺🇸👍🏽 love your attention to detail and the way you over build.. awesome job once again

[@GarageFab]

Overbuilt?! Haha. Yup. Always been an over-builder. Thank you, Fredie! 🙏

[@maxie9506]

I have been searching for videos on proper bag mount fab and install for days now and our channel is the best one so far. It made me realize I need to put way more thought into converting the vic to air. So I have a few questions: 1. When measuring ride height, should i measure from where I want the new ride height to be? 1.5. How to I measure the ride height? Ive heard from the center hub to the fender or from the lower control arm to where the tire and ground would meet. 2. As part of taking measurments, should i make sure the drive shaft is at zero degrees early on? It seems like, based on your video, that the drive shaft concern was kinda an afterthought ou lucked out on lol

[@1186javierzuniga]

Awesome freaking work as usual!!! These videos are pure gold to me bc I'm about to start work on the suspension to my 1967 F100. Keep up the awesome vids!!!

[@GarageFab]

Thank you Brother! I hope you see my face as you start building. 😂 Lemme know if you need help.

[@1186javierzuniga]

@@GarageFab 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I'll tell u if I do!

[@Dynamic-David]

Fantastic little series. Keep up the good work 🤙

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, David! I’m gonna keep going till I drop. 🙌

[@ClintsStreetMachines]

What a co-inky-dink, I consider you a professional as well, I think it's catching on. Another great video. Love the short builds, like the mini build. S'all good.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you Clint! If you like the mini build, I got a project for you I think you’ll enjoy in a few weeks. 😈 Thank you, Brother!

[@akooner09]

New subscriber here, wicked channel . So much info and knowledge while being actually funny. props man .Also your pinion angle videos fixed my cars vibration. thank you

[@GarageFab]

What?! Best comment I could’ve received. Sharing knowledge is one thing but solving problems is quite the unexpected reward. Thank you my friend! 🙏 Happy to have you. See you in the next!

[@FiglioBastardo]

I'd like to see you get your hands on an arcdroid!

[@GarageFab]

Crazy coincidence! I would also like to see me get my hands on an Arcdroid! For a while, Mankandy’s Kreations was my main goal and I was saving up for a CNC plasma table. I installed a massive air compressor in the back of my house, poured the foundation for a small shop, and ran some heavy duty wiring. I was nearly there. Then I decided to let the business go and focus on KZbin instead and I spent the money on video equipment and some cars for a future project. 🤷‍♂️

[@FiglioBastardo]

@@GarageFab Haha that's awesome. Well it wasn't a wrong direction that's for damn sure. Start a campaign to raise enough loot to get one (I've got fiiiiive oooonnn it. 🤣) or maybe we could get ArcDroid to sponsor you just from the simple fact you use a ton of templates with really great results that would be even better with that machine! Have a blessed night. #arcdroid @ArcDroidCNC Sponsor this guy! He could do y'alls machine justice!

[@GarageFab]

Haha! You too my friend. See you soon.

[@faroironandcustoms6577]

Nice!!!! Seriously Enjoyed! the series. As always, looking forward to what is next!!

[@GarageFab]

So am I! Just a little closer to getting to work on my own truck! 🙌 Thank you my friend. 🙏

[@jeffreyandmeaganfertikgree9325]

Awesome channel! Your work is great. Always enjoy watching! Very informative keep up the good work’ Thanks!

[@GarageFab]

Thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to watch. 🙌

[@darrinfraser]

Thanks for taking the time and doing that frame mount build since you lost the footage. Since I run a video production company that is one of the worst feelings when you can't find footage that you know you shot. Still an awesome video and love the learning that you provide. You Da Bomb! Hope you are feeling better and family as well. Yes, I am anxious to get back to the Mighty Max. In respect to your welding. Are you doing circles or half moon strokes? Also do you have any recommendations for plasma cutter? I have watched your tools video but I am not sure if there are any base needs besides a good compressor in regards to a plasma cutter? Thanks again and have a great week. Looking forward to the next vid.

[@GarageFab]

What editing software are you using? I think most of the pros are on Premier no? I’m a Final Cut guy. I love love love it but I’m having more and more random problems with slow processing, the occasional “modified file” error, and intermittent freezing. Way more stress than I’d like. I don’t have a lot of experience with multiple brands of Plasma cutters. I was taught to purchase the best tools I could afford, so when I started collecting equipment for a CNC plasma table, I went straight to the top. It seemed everyone with a table was running a Hypertherm so that’s what I got. The Powermax45 to be specific. I’m thrilled with it. Worth every penny. As for the welding technique, it really depends on what type of joint I’m making and what direction. My favorite is vertical welding starting from the top. I create what I’d describe as an upside down tear drop. Starting from the middle of the joint, I move up in a circular motion and then back to the center. Lap joints are sort of a series of cursive lower case Es. I’ve had several requests for a technique video. I’m not super comfortable with giving welding lessons since I’ve never been certified, but I’m still considering making it. 🤷‍♂️ Thanks again Darrin!

[@darrinfraser]

@@GarageFab Thanks for the info. I love to weld and I appreciate other folks that know what there doing. I figure if I watch closely enough I hopefully can level up my welding game. It's interesting that Final cut Pro is giving you grief since it's written for the Mac. I may have some other tricks up my sleeve that could help. Please direct message me via my channel and we can have more of a discussion if your interested. Or even a phone call. In respects to editing software, yes, Adobe products are what we use, and have been for a really long time. I have worked on both platforms for years Mac and PC and honestly and I hate to say it because I am a huge Mac fan, Adobe runs better on the PC's from my experience. In our studio we have three high end PC's and one Mac Mini M1. We do the lions share of the work on the PC's. To be honest though, I keep looking at DaVince Resolve it is amazing on a lot of fronts. One of the coolest things is it's free or a $300 onetime fee for the software. (Depends on the package) I could go on about some of the perks but I have yet to seriously try it out. (yes it also is made for the Mac) Again though, I have been working solid on my PC for the past three years and it's been really good. I don't know why Adobe doesn't do something about this performance problem. It's going to bite them. Sorry long winded answers. It's been a really long time since I last used Final Cut, but there are a couple of things that can be done for any computer to help them manage all of the processing. Anyway let me know if you want to touch base. I am happy to help. I would have answered sooner but just saw this message, so apologies. By the way looking forward to the next vid. :)

[@GarageFab]

Don’t stress about delayed replies my man. I’m not really interested in getting info from someone that’s not busy. (Busy people are busy for a reason) If you end up playing with Resolve I’d love to hear about it. I hate PC with a passion. It’s just not as intuitive as it should be. BUT!! I’d consider switching if the editing was better, faster, and more stress free. I know I can get a far more powerful PC for half the cost. as a wedding photographer, I hated when adobe went to subscription, but after doing the math, it would take years and years of monthly fees to total the cost of purchasing their software. And with the cloud, you get multiple programs so I just might be going back to that. I’d be more than happy to chat it up. If you’re available on the weekends, that would be amazing. (Still got a day job) Shoot me an email, [e-mail] we’ll exchange contact info. Cheers!

[@Flyingmikey62]

Another great video my man. I’m a Ford guy but damn that’s a nice Chevy truck. Looking forward to more Mini Max vids and anything else you come up with.

[@GarageFab]

Gasp! Don’t tell the other Ford lovers. They’ll kick you out of the club. Thank you, Mikey! Got lots of plans.

[@williamherring5441]

MK; You lost the film of the Dingus weld up! That same thing happens to Bigfoot hunters. Great work! v/r wh

[@GarageFab]

Haha! I’ll be honest with you. (And anyone reading this comment.) I’m not 100% sure I filmed it. That entire project is a blur of constant rushing to get out of the sauna that was Keith’s garage. I think at some point I was like “Screw this video!” Thank you William!

[@markimfletcher9237]

Newbie question, but love the content very informative. Wouldn't you want a little pinion angle for the U-joints bearings to have load to them than 0.

[@GarageFab]

It’s a good idea on static height vehicles to incorporate a very small angle when installing a drive shaft to keep the needle bearings and grease moving. Generally around 1 degree. More than 2 degrees might cause a vibration. On bagged vehicles, I don’t worry about that as much. The ride height is often changing with air suspension. One day I might be skimming the pavement, and another day it might be raining so I’ll travel a little higher. It’s very unlikely that this truck will be cruising at a 5 inch ride height long enough to be a problem. With air suspension, it’s more important to find the window where the components can work properly and last a long time, and incorporate that into the design. Hope that wasn’t too long-winded.

[@turnerway14]

Such a great channel, great series, and great dude! Love it brother. Love it. Keep on keepin on!

[@GarageFab]

Thank you my friend! You are appreciated. 🙏

[@scottsprague9974]

Love all your content.

[@kenjones1377]

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[@GarageFab]

Love you back Scott!

[@philwilliams9243]

Like what you do. Always learning something from you. Keep up the great work. TY

[@nickle549]

On a two piece driveshaft as long as the differential is angled 3-4° up and the the transmission is angled 3-4° down the pinion angle will be good

[@GarageFab]

I’ll have to respectfully disagree, Nick! The transmission angle should be almost completely ignored with a two piece driveshaft. The first shaft section should be nearly straight with the transmission. A very slight angle, either up or down, (preferably less than 2° to prevent vibration) is recommended to keep the needle bearings and lubrication moving. That angle of the first section is locked into place by the carrier bearing. You can think of the first section of driveshaft as an extension of the transmission. Only the two rear U joints will be flexing, and by matching the pinion angle to the first section of driveshaft, you ensure that both U joints are bending the same amount at all times as the suspension moves. The pinion angle is then matched to the first section of driveshaft. Not the trans. You must have two (and only two) equally bent you joints at all times to prevent unwanted operation. Hopefully that wasn’t too confusing! Cheers!

[@nickle549]

@@GarageFab That's a good clarification. My assumption was that the first driveshaft will be the same angle as the transmission output shaft.

[@GarageFab]

You’re not wrong my friend. On most factory vehicles the trans and first section should be really close. It’s when working on something someone has modified that that might get you in trouble.

[@gavinatkins2671]

Awesome to see you work man! Keeps me motivated to keep working on mine

[@GarageFab]

Excellent. That’s what I like to hear. Strike while the motivation is hot Gavin!

[@gavinatkins2671]

@@GarageFab just gotta keep taking steps in the right direction. Might be buying a project/commuter this coming week to save more money to move it to the right places.

[@GarageFab]

Nice. I’m looking forward to hearing updates.

[@350damian1]

Hey brother great videos keep them coming hopefully we can see more of the mighty max oh and the black truck you would show in your okd videos anyway great job brother

[@GarageFab]

Oh Damian… the black truck is coming. Words cannot express how excited I am about finally getting to work on that. It’ll be a few more months though unfortunately. Hang in there! Thank you brother!

[@lolife999]

Love this series.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, Keith!

[@charlesloyd1970]

I hate welding overhead. I've set myself on fire and I hate the welding slag burns. I try to weld in my jacket but Florida heat and humidity can kill a man.

[@GarageFab]

Yeah, give me a slow death by a million welding sparks. I could not take the Florida weather. 😩

[@tonymartinez15949]

Man badass work!!! My friend I just subscribed. Keep up the great work and videos!!!

[@GarageFab]

Excellent! Thrilled to have you my man! Thank you for the kind words. 🍻

[@TheReynMan77]

Great series! Just loving the whole channel!

[@GarageFab]

Thank you my friend! I appreciate you watching. 🙌

[@commonsense411]

This was awesome to watch.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you my friend!

[@uppers7703]

Big up brother hope you are well 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@GarageFab]

Never been better, Homie! How have you been?

[@uppers7703]

@@GarageFab I have been great thank you bro keep up the superb work you are an inspiration 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@turboflush]

I understood that the ujoint had to have some angle to it. Drives haft and diff or Trans perfectly parallel would create some other problem. Slop or coasting problems. IDK. Even oem offsets from left to right the diff. Producing a bit of angle.

[@GarageFab]

It’s a good idea on static height vehicles to incorporate a very small angle when installing a drive shaft to keep the needle bearings and grease moving. Generally around 1 degree. More than 2 degrees might cause a vibration. On bagged vehicles, I don’t worry about that as much. The ride height is often changing with air suspension. One day I might be skimming the pavement, and another day it might be raining so I’ll travel a little higher. It’s very unlikely that this truck will be cruising at a 5 inch ride height long enough to be a problem. With air suspension, it’s more important to find the window where the components can work properly and last a long time, and incorporate that into the design. Hope that wasn’t too long-winded.

[@turboflush]

@@GarageFab perfect. I guess I can only see it from one perspective in the video. Is the rear end off center?

[@GarageFab]

It is slightly I believe. I never had to Messier to be sure.

[@magicman_metal_fab]

Great video as always brother. Excellent job. 😊🤙🏻

[@GarageFab]

Thank you my man! And you are appreciated as always. 🙏

[@ArvizuDesignFab]

Really cool!. I liked the gusset shape for the upper links! I would like to do the conversion of my 79 Chief in front (Leafs to Coils). Question: How can I know which coils to use? Depending of the amout of lift that I would like to have. It would be nice if you can do a video of that. Cheers buddy

[@GarageFab]

Thank you my friend! I’m unsure when I’ll have the opportunity create that video. I’ve got some tentative plans to create an old 30s era pickup truck/Indy car thingy with coil over shocks but that’s literally years away. On that project I intend to use adjustable height coil overs with eyelets on top and bottom for ease of installation and fine tuning ride height. Reputable coilover companies should be able to walk you through what coils you would need based on the weight of the vehicle and/or the spring rate you want. I honestly wouldn’t know where to begin to tell you how to determine that stuff on your own. I’m sure there’s a simple equation, but trying to get a specific ride height with non-adjustable coils sounds really really hard to me. Sorry I couldn’t be of more help!

[@ArvizuDesignFab]

@Garage Fab wow! That one sounds like a nice project for sure. Thanks for the advice, I'm probably a couple of years away of that mod also lol.

[@56collin]

Just found your videos, Lots of humor and great Knowledge. I want to do air ride on my1959 Chevy pickup. I built a 2by5 tube frame with a 78 Camaro stub and was wondering who would u say makes the best bag and could u do a video on how to figure out ride height just don't know what pressure the bag rides the best to set it up thanks John

[@GarageFab]

Hey John! Thank you my friend. I consistently use Slam Specialties bags. If I told you they’re the “best” that would just be my opinion. Firestone makes suit springs for Semi trucks so they must know what they’re doing. What do you want from your truck? Do you want the grant to lay on the ground? Let’s start there and we’ll see how much we can figure out. Air suspension can be pretty frustrating if you think you get to tailor your ride quality and height. You get some control but not much! Air pressures will depend on the size of your bag, the weight of the vehicle, and the placement of the bag. If you get your perfect ride, at your desired height you should grab a lottery ticket!

[@56collin]

Thanks for getting back to me, I’m thinking the truck is going to wait around 3500 pounds, I want to do a 4 bar like in your video with your watt linkage so is it true if you mount the bags farther forward instead of under the axle it would go lower with the same size bag. I’m not asking you to diagnose my problem. Just a couple pointers. Out of all the videos I watched you explains things a lot better and it sounds like you know what you’re doing. Thanks again for getting back to me.

[@kennmanus5091]

Another entertaining yet very educational video. Thank you. I'm curious as to what are you using as a guide on your plasma cuts?

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, Kenn! It’s just 1/4” thick MDF from the home improvement store. It works great if you’re not making 100 parts. It burns a little with every pass. I’ve gotten about 10 parts out of one template before it was… questionable.

[@kennmanus5091]

@@GarageFab if you come up with another material other than metal, be sure to let us know. MDF should work well for my needs for now.

[@GarageFab]

@@kennmanus5091 Well, I once had to make 25 brackets, so I used the wooden template method to create a steel template. That one faired a little better. 😆

[@danscustomprojects4486]

Great video, as well as your others. Keep at it.

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, Dan! I’m gonna go till I drop. 🙌

[@jhillraiser]

Love everything you do! Amazingly educational! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge! Keep moving forward! :-)

[@GarageFab]

Thank you my friend! Glad you got some value. It’s really my pleasure. Cheers!

[@UnconventionalMetal]

Excellent work as always

[@GarageFab]

Much appreciated as always, Brother! How are things?

[@UnconventionalMetal]

@@GarageFab I’m doing well. My metal art and fab is going slow (my marketing sucks), so looking to go back to work for “the man”. It’s not the worst thing in the world, it gives me options financially, and I can focus on auto resto and customization, with the occasional sculpture, furniture, or fab job. I want to encourage you, as a wise man once said, to “Keep moving forward”. You occupy an interesting niche in this space, a good mix between DIY automotive fabrication and a little comedy. Great technical abilities stemming from your auto tech and custom fab experience, but not afraid to show the flaws. It makes for an interesting story, which is why people watch. You figure out over time what works and what doesn’t based on the analytics. Personally, I watch videos to learn something that I can use in my own fabrications, and the entertainment you provide is an added plus. BTW if I haven’t said this yet, the TPI intake was an excellent choice for induction on your truck. Keep Moving Forward. 👍

[@GarageFab]

Thank you, Brother. 🙏 (I don’t know if I ever bothered to ask your name.) I feel you. Marketing is hard. I chose to be a wedding photographer in the wedding capital of the world. I literally thought failure was impossible. Take good photos and the work will come. Marketing is completely unnecessary. Or so I thought. I’m a mechanic now. 😂 I cannot express how much your words mean to me. The channel is far more work than I ever thought it would be, with next to no compensation. So mere appreciation goes a long way. I hope your move back to the corporate world is painless. I’m consistently working towards moving out on my own, but I know I have it made now with minimal stress, and a stable paycheck. Thank you again my friend. I’m looking forward to hearing more about your journey.

[@UnconventionalMetal]

@@GarageFabMy name is Ben. It’s interesting where life takes us. My mom suggested in high school that I go to our local trade school for Automotive Service, but I didn’t want to just fix cars, I wanted to modify. Looking back I should have taken her advice, she knew better, but I was short sighted. Along the way I worked in various industries, and got experience in CNC Machining and Quality Assurance, which I’ll probably be returning to soon. I still play around with the idea of starting a channel, but I don’t want to spend that much time editing, putting out a video once a week. Not ruling anything out though. I encourage you to keep at it if that’s what you want to do, but there’s no shame if you decide it’s not for you. I can see your photographic skills in your videos. Jacob from Puddin’s Fab Shop was in the same boat about 2yrs ago. You can watch the evolution in his videos; he started doing “will it run” videos and has been steadily climbing since, and it’s changed his life. Videos and merch. Fitzee’s Fabrications uses mostly simple tools in his home garage. You’re actually well equipped, so you have increased capabilities. Fitzee only films with his phone and he doesn’t edit. NO EDITING! And over 100k in subs. That’s how I’d do it if I started a channel, but the quality of the videos is definitely better edited. Remember, there’s more than one way to skin a cat. By the way, as I’m writing this a friend just suggested you could possibly get interns from the local college to edit your videos for you. Are you on instagram by any chance?

[@kustomaf7606]

How much more lift did you get? Maybe I missed it if you said. 10” of lift out a ?” extended bag. Thanks. Great videos!

[@GarageFab]

Ok, so there was a mathematical mistake in this video that I didn’t notice until last week. At 9:00 I take two measurements and subtract them to find the total lift. First measurement was 21 inches and the second measurement was 9 inches. 21-9= 12 inches of lift. A moment later I pulled 19 inches out of my butt and used that in the equation. 19-9= 10 inches of lift. Whoops. I don’t believe it was ever mentioned, but prior to doing any work, the truck got 7 inches of lift which was limited by his shocks. He would’ve had 8 inches of lift if he unbolted the shocks. After the work was completed we confirmed the 12 inch calculation from 9:00 was correct. He was able to lift to a maximum of 12 inches off the ground. So that’s 5 inches more than he used to have. Sorry for the long reply. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@kustomaf7606]

@@GarageFab Nice, 5 extra inches is worth all that work for sure. The long answer is perfect lol Next question: Do you know how much less air pressure the bag needs now at ride height (4” inches off the ground let’s say)? Assuming you used the same bags.

[@jayinmi3706]

Whenever I've used urethane bushings, they say to use a specific non-petroleum-based grease. I've only ever seen the recommended grease in small tubes. What kind of grease do you use in a grease gun through the zerk fittings? Synthetic something, I assume?

[@GarageFab]

Correct! The petroleum chemically breaks down polyurethane and rubber. Silicone is usually recommended and is the stuff that comes in those teeny weenie tubes that come with bushings. I use Super Lube silicone grease. amzn.to/3SJcyNM I believe Super Lube synthetic grease is also acceptable but I haven’t yet done the homework to see what it’s made of.

[@jonguenther2619]

Thanks for your videos very helpful

[@GarageFab]

The pleasure is mine, Jon!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Another good video brother! Maybe I missed it, but does this truck have a Watts link to check sideways movement?

[@GarageFab]

If you didn’t see Part 2 you definitely missed it! The truck has a panhard bar that I kept intact during this little upgrade. It operated just fine and the fab work was Ok so we just decided to leave it alone! 🙌

[@ratrodsafrica]

@@GarageFab Thanks for the feedback brother, appreciate

[@GarageFab]

Anytime!

[@notme8121]

Powder coating doesn't make my welding look professional😢 however I do weld pretty good with clean metal on the bench but Rusty painted metal on a truck not so good, and I can't weld upside down for nothing. That seems to be a whole different trade. Another job well done Captain Overkill!😂 you do realize there's no rust in the desert right?

[@GarageFab]

Of course I know! That’s why I’m not even gonna paint Caroline’s truck frame. Kidding.

[@notme8121]

@@GarageFab I am overkill too, can't help it. If it's worth doing it's worth over doing ?

[@notme8121]

@@GarageFab but I am sure that soon as your channel grows, you will get a 20000 square foot AC shop and no longer reply to your viewers and we will b forgotten. Sad no ?

[@GarageFab]

Check back in 5 years. Current me says that I will always reply because future me will still care. But the way things are going already, I can see that replying to every comment won’t last much longer. I can only poop at work so many times a day. So it’ll like morph into replying to the first 200 comments. Then, sadly, the rest will just be read and liked. 😔

[@notme8121]

@@GarageFab 😔😪 you can probably ditch the day job soon and do this full-time in your 20,000 square-foot air condition shop. You still didn't tell me what is your day job?