Cummins/Eaton 5-Speed Swapping a GMC in 12 Minutes (AWESOME Result!)

I swap a 5.9L Cummins and a 5-speed Eaton Fuller transmission into my 1995 GMC C3500HD project truck. It ends up getting a custom interior, custom flatbed, and more!
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Instagram: / waldowelds

[@mcbrian]

Watching your videos has inspired me to take on projects that I am in no way qualified to do but I am going to try anyway because how else will I learn?

[@WaldosWorld]

Yes! That's one of the best ways to learn! I also learned a LOT while I worked on this project 👍

[@churchyandfriends]

@@WaldosWorld amazing work! Beautiful truck! And nice welds btw!

[@rmcjr5206]

That's how seriously everybody starts. Get in over your head, and claw your way out. Either at 5 or 65, it's the only way to really learn.

[@ia4687]

Measure cut weld repeat. Sweat blood and tears

[@kennyhernandez2168]

Hi, hey man, I have the same truck in my country, and I can't find the leaf springs, how can I find the original leaf springs, rear and front , for a GMC 1991 c3500hd?

[@TheRoadhammer379]

Haven't seen you in weeks, and we get 12 minutes! Stop rationing our Waldo time.

[@WaldosWorld]

I have a Range Rover video that I've been working on since September. I just got the engine back in after some open heart surgery, so hopefully I'll have this video out next 👍

[@TheRoadhammer379]

@@WaldosWorld You had surgery?! I hope you are well Waldo, you look to be a rather fit young man. Take all the time you need, and Godspeed.

[@ZekeFilmz]

@@TheRoadhammer379 pretty sure he meant the engine had open heart surgery

[@corydriver7634]

I’m continually impressed with how far this channel has come in such a short time, especially considering you’ve done most of it shade-tree style or in a barn with a dirt floor. The word awesome is over used but it certainly applies to you and what you’ve done here. Looking forward to what the future brings. 👊👍🏻

[@liambaker3540]

What happed to the trailer

[@mrfusion753]

What's crazy to me is how being a mechanic, welder, fabricator isn't even your career and you picked it up so quickly and make it look easy

[@maxblue2866]

what was he doing?

[@mattmcconnell5471]

What’s his actual career?!

[@razy7609]

@@mattmcconnell5471 gigolo

[@mattmcconnell5471]

@@razy7609 same

[@noahtutt497]

@@maxblue2866 software engineering

[@macedindu829]

Dude's literally a genius. Teaching himself to do all this stuff, and succeeding to that degree is beyond impressive.

[@calholli]

You can learn anything on the internet.

[@Soldierboy1986]

Yale, Harvard, Princeton can’t teach you what the internet can! What they teach is how to not work with your hands, and still keep them pretty 😅

[@tempestcrow]

Your channel is probably MY most anticipated viewing. I love the detailed commentary of the builds and the fact you're not afraid to try anything. I am hoping for some new content soon.

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you so much! 🤠

[@GG-he8te]

Your great at what you do . From a new subscriber..But you really need to upload more video's to stay on top . I don't know your circumstances I E you have a full time job ..But all the best to you ​@@WaldosWorld

[@nealcarpenter7364]

Backing up the truck with a tractor and a 4x4 might be the coolest thing you've shown. Masterful.

[@DarkFiber23]

It's fun to see all your work compressed down like this. Hard to believe it's 'done'! Also looking forward to seeing that new-to-you S-Class! Keep up the great work. Your channel is truly special and the effort you put in really goes a long way to stand out from the crowd. Excellent demeanor, presentation skills, and overall personality. Can't wait for more.

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you so much!

[@KW14808]

In case anyone is new here, the documented build of this truck on his channel is well worth the watch!

[@ToyManFlyer1100]

The level of Genius and Ingenuity to pull something like this off is nothing short of Impressive....No multimillion dollars shop, $3-400,000.00 sets of tools, lifts, scanners, and other fancy Gizmos...Just basic ideas and knowledge...Bravo, Sir, Bravo...!!!! 👏👏👏👏👍👍👍!!!

[@robstruckshop80]

I built my 6BT/6 speed C3500HD in 2014 and am about to rebuild it after working it all these years- this is great inspiration

[@johnbryington1304]

Wow can't believe they put a diesel Cummins in junk Gmc what happened to the duramax

[@corydriver7634]

I’m continually impressed with how far this channel has come in such a short time, especially considering you’ve done most of it shade-tree style or in a barn with a dirt floor. The word awesome is over used but it certainly applies to you and what you’ve done here. Looking forward to what the future brings. 👊👍🏻

[@kevinbacon8716]

I've watched through the build series as I prepare to do a 24v Cummins swap into a 1990 F350. This has been an invaluable resource. Thank you a ton for this.

[@jamestracz5233]

Sir you are a man that has the most incredible talent I have ever seen in a long time, your fab skills are awesome, that truck turned out beautiful, stay awesome.!!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@brytonmack3960]

Your content is so awesome! I have been searching lately for a first or second Gen dodge with a Cummins in it for a project truck to work on with my grandfather. Your content is always so inspiring! Thanks!

[@jellymonster13]

At first I saw the part of the title in the notification and was really excited for a Cummins swap update, then I saw that it is basically a recap of the whole project and I was admittedly a little disappointed because I was hoping for something new but then I realized this video is perfect to help me with something of a reality check... I'm planning out a project to take a used not running/barely running van, extend the frame, swap a medium to heavy duty pickup truck engine and transmission into it, redo the interior and possibly add a homemade bucket lift to it. Now on paper that sounds (at least to me) like a not easy but also not horribly complicated process but seeing this has given me some insights into what kind of work I would actually be getting myself into, in a small easy to digest video. Thanks for all the hard work and showing people that massive automotive projects are doable with enough time, and patience.

[@cyberdyne981]

Awesome! Amazing results on this build. Your videos are wonderfully unique. I know this is a flashback to some earlier videos, but I really enjoyed seeing it shrunk to a 12 minute recap. It was so packed, I watched most of it at quarter speed. THANKS for putting so much effort into editing this for the viewers!

[@masterskate360]

Waldo you are definitely the content that stands out in the crowd. I can relate to sketchy pulling with a tractor and a log. BTW I love your home/shop area. The nature really adds something to the videos too. Greetings from Mexico 🇲🇽 🤟🏻

[@3069mark]

Waldo -- You are the most talented person I have ever seen when it comes to mechanical stuff. I found your channel maybe a year ago and I sure am glad I did and I look forward to your new videos. You sure do beautiful work on no matter what project you take on.

[@jaydekeyser]

Your videos are great because they SHOW the details of your builds. Talking is to a minimum, project progression is smooth and once again loaded with visual details. Keep up the great work, your fabrication, auto body and mechanical skills seem GREAT!

[@QuasiDude]

Easily my favorite video on the channel now. The fast-paced editing made it thrilling to watch. I'm a new subscriber so I never saw this series, but this project is amazing. I kept expecting you to compromise something but it never happened, everything is top-notch. If the YT algorithm is any good this vid should go viral

[@vincentshelpfulhints4085]

The projects you have done you make it look so easy, you have to feel proud after you accomplish the projects, I know just changing an engine and transmission takes hours and hours of work, It was much easier back in the 70,s and 80,s but still took hours. I hope young people get inspired watching the videos you produce and try new things. Thank you for sharing

[@bigolemike33]

Waldo you're possibly the world's Greatest fabricator.

[@T.S.T2014]

I love the 1 video builds, it gives a real impression of the work involved.

[@Povilas7]

I love your channel, no stupid edits, no unneccesarry info, thanks !

[@Shawn_the_Protogen]

Very clean build. I love the interior work you did. Plate steel bed also looks fantastic.

[@rome0610]

Having seen all the episodes in full, it's still amazing to see your work in time lapse. Well done!👍

[@pancake7604]

There is no way he got this to start on the first try……. What a legend

[@calholli]

It's a cummins.. they never not run

[@NickSco]

I came across your channel about 5 hours ago and im hooked , its now almost 2am here in Sydney Australia and i cant stop watching. Love the way you improvise and fabricate parts from scratch

[@Rubbernecker]

Absolutely awesome! Now I'm going to have to go back and watch them all again!!

[@bokChoyBaby]

Love the music you paired. Truly one of the best channels on here.

[@Eur0Pride]

I love this build series, its transformed so much since the beginning. I found your channel by fluke one day when I was searching for welding / fabrication videos or seires.. I was just getting comfortable with welding and fabricating and I wanted to learn so of the not so obvious tricks to the trade. I learned so much from the flatbed videos and the goose neck series. All the best this year and looking forward to all the content!

[@treya2403]

This is absolutely amazing! I wish I had a friend like you to help me with my truck and also to teach me the Fab side of the build I’ve mechanic for 10yrs but this creativity is fantastic the dash blew my mind great work brother 🤝

[@medicPerm]

Finally! We have all been patiently waititng for a video, a Jack of all trades. Thanks for the content and the way you story tell/ create. It keeps me engaged for sure. Keep up the great work! (Also; your "titles" are amazing)

[@philathomas]

Waldo, for a software engineer, you do amazing work, and you seem to have a passion for it. Don’t quit, keep your curiosity going so we viewers can benefit in the form of new content 😊

[@FishFind3000]

I thought he was a technician /welder…

[@kearnsey64]

Waldo, you are a bloody genius!!

[@mattywho8485]

I didn't see him cut himself... I must have missed that part.

[@Yeabud]

This dude constantly makes great content huge props on everything 🎉

[@clancytaylor7714]

I am incredibly impressed! Good work Waldo!

[@erezklein5769]

It was nice to see the compressed version of the cummins swap, i can say it was fun to Bing watch all of your content. Looking forward to more!

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Really enjoyed watching this series as gain AWESOME job Waldo !

[@farmrigging4450]

Great video! I did a cummins conversion myself, only in a ford dually. Lots of blood, sweat, and tears but totally worth it in the end! Looking forward to more content!

[@gucu]

That's hilarious. I didn't recognise the original truck and thought this was a completely different project. Seeing it like that, I realised what an amazing job you did. Thanks for sharing.

[@hexum9449]

Your knowledge and expertise is incredible.

[@stromxtc2033]

Was an awesome series. I'm glad you made this complimentation video! Hopefully more to come.

[@elijahhoush6812]

I like how he started to build a gooseneck trailer but never actually finished it but just get more projects and finished them instead

[@Jasona1976]

Glad you are back. Love your talents and videos! 🎉

[@brandonmaddy]

Nice! Love that you kept the classic GM floppy fuel sender.

[@alexflosho]

Here is why I like you so much: You put a muffler on that truck! I don't think anybody else on the internet would have put a muffler there.

[@electricalfive2248]

beautiful build, great editing and music.

[@joeraptor1]

Absolutely amazing job! Your work is so inspiring. Too bad GM didn't follow your lead and put that legendary Cummins engine in the those trucks during the 1990s. They would have been a huge success. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@parishskoolie]

So amazing to see this come to life, you were who I watched when doing my skoolies Eaton 5 speed swap. Not many videos out there of this 5.9/5speed mash up, I can proudly say I have one of my own videos now of our swap thanks to you! My wife & I are both amazed by your skills in the environment you are in, I showed her this video lastnight & she says email us if you are single.............

[@xolilekhumalo632]

The work you do is very amazing, you do car mechanic, boilermaking, welding, body work and spray painting etc ...

[@brianassu]

Amazing build. True talent at work.

[@Popincourt-or4cf]

So you just built this truck the way it should have been built in the first place, using available parts and fabricating the rest. Amazing, inspiring, unstoppable. And a great pleasure to watch. Thank you!

[@robertschauer376]

Waldo, looking forward to you finishing a few of your projects. The dump truck, the goose neck trailer for example.

[@WaldosWorld]

Same here!

[@B13Thompson]

Excited to see the trailer get finished!

[@Deckzwabber]

As impressive as the fabrication and mechanical work is... That trick with reverse pushing the truck with your tractor is what I find most incredible!

[@rknudson1407]

I've been watching the build series for a while and to see it all happen all in 12:43 mins. It really makes me wish I had a neighbor / friend like you to help me on my projects.. I can find the great deals.. But lack the resources to push them through.. sofar on my back logs I have a 1977 IH Loadstar 1800 with an SV-304, sitting next to it is a 2004 International 6.0 diesel engine / cab (wire harness was butchered by buyer who wanted the chassis), a 2000 dodge ram 3500 diesel with bad rear axle spindle and a 1994 Ditch Witch 5110D with bad injector pump (still sitting at seller's summer vacation home for almost 5 years now).. But I gotta saw this one turned into an awesome build 🙂

[@plunder1956]

What an amazing project. It's a new creation. I'm so impressed by it.

[@azertyytreza8947]

That’s an awesome truck man and it sounds so good! Another great project to be proud of!

[@eggiecortes2732]

Waldos tus trabajos son exelentes y da mucho gusto verlos una y otra vez eres exelente en lo que haces siempre con detalles que asombran todo un trabajo de ingeniería automotriz yess

[@Frankyfromnj]

Simply incredible Waldo.. you are one talented young man!

[@stevesalvage1089]

Just makes you realize how much work involved, it would have cost a small fortune if contracted out , well done Waldo always great filming and look forward to more project's !!

[@Ebikelover]

What a cool transformation and nice sound, loved the video easy to see why your channel has grown immensely since i first subscribed.

[@shemwayman1146]

YOU HAVE SOME SERIOUS TALENT, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.

[@johnwoody4905]

Good video and job. There are very few people that could have done all you did on that truck. Your tool boxes are way better than after market. Take care, be safe and well.

[@gdmusic7990]

Brother your skills are out of this world I'm learning by watching

[@t20594]

Montage definitely the best way to do this kind of video. It definitely makes light of your year of effort but maybe we can put a million eyes on it.

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Great summary video! Great to see a rare Dyna appearance too!

[@theweldingmachine]

I really like the rebuilding and restoring truck and as well as building a flat bed. I got a couple of good ideas from you. Thanks for the videos and keep it.

[@jackmoyer2174]

Waldo, you are a man of many talents!!!

[@hogfan949701]

Wow! I wish I had all of your skillsets!! That's AMAZING!!!

[@user-lc1vg9pr6d]

I really enjoyed the entire series keep up the good work

[@pcdubya]

Holy cow man, your clean cut looks belies your capabilities, Awesome job

[@markcollins457]

This cab style for GMC/CHEVY is just so timeless

[@Z-Bart]

Awesome short version of that project. 👍

[@mtwz71]

What a great build. I’m sure it is lots of fun to drive around in.

[@mr.whitefolks7004]

Young man that’s very impressive. You have built an awesome truck. Great work 👍

[@OnTheToolsWithSal]

I was looking for an idea for a father son project and this might be the push I needed. Thanks for the inspiration. Thinking I’ll go with an extended cab truck, Cummins Allison swap

[@jacob_9426]

Awesome how you can just build anything I wanna be like you when I grow up

[@GaryT1952]

Overwhelming amount of work...can't even imagine the hours, planning and cost that went into this build.

[@Chiefkamanga]

That was a job well done haven't seen you for long any upcoming projects

[@frozencode5238]

your vids are comforting..

[@turboponies]

Yay! Oldie but goodie. Go Waldo!

[@jad6126]

Another excellent video. I love the new title, Senior VP of Projects. It suits you perfectly. 🙂

[@Steve8587]

Amazing work and results are proof. Sure hope your cameras been recording all your recent work. Hope to see more.

[@WaldosWorld]

Yep, I have multiple videos being worked on at the moment 👍

[@mikeznel6048]

I have the same truck wit a 8x10 flat bed and ladder rack that I want to Cummins/5 speed swap too! Rear wheel drive.

[@evanelbana438]

your work is very mesmerizing. it so inspiries me

[@imtheone221]

Your video timeline was very well done! 🎉

[@Paronak]

you went above and beyond with this one. you built a freaking truck in your driveway.

[@easyfreaky]

You make all the hard work very easy..

[@lloydgraves6033]

I am in AWE! I can't believe you're self-taught. You do wonderful work.

[@michaelmuise8756]

Worth the wait quality content as always

[@thepitpatrol]

What an amazing piece of work

[@joshuagraham3222]

Wow very impressive. Beautiful truck.

[@bernarddalbeck2199]

Brilliant work mate over and out 👍

[@randymiller1604]

You are a one man army your skill level is over the top amazing

[@JoseTorres-pg2mg]

You are good!!! Excellent mechanic! The best

[@blairshears1121]

absolutely love this build looks so mint i got a little 89'' obs ranger i want to diesel swap and flat bed

[@dougmiller7643]

Awesome Idea, you sure know how to do it correct. Great Job

[@Destinedtojam]

Trully a work of art