The Rat Rod Wrecker Weighs In. How Will It Measure Up?

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Today we build a protector plate for the winch and find out how much the Rat Rod Wrecker weighs! How much do you think it is?
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[@SwedishCook1]

Great statement - "I’d sell it all again!" Yes your family is more precious than all of our possessions!

[@tonyurquhart8278]

"You'll end up sellin all you toys that you like cause your wife is pregnant & she needs a car that will fit kids... But, wouldn't change any of it. I'd sell it all again." That right there is a big reason why we love watching your channel Paul & Co. You are real & look at life with a great dads heart. Well done!

[@dhorn247]

He's 100% on point with that.

[@donlarsen9807]

What Paul said was from the heart of a loving father and I like the way he teaches his kids, he lets them do the work and he gives advice when needed. Now they are like him, problem solvers! I'm glad you commented on this topic because I totally agree with everything you said.

[@jeffwisemiller3590]

7400 maybe 7580, depending on who's sitting in it! Just remember, it's always easier selling your toys than the wife & cheaper too. After all, isn't she someone fun to play with, the injuries might be less & there's going to be operator costs no matter what. Just don't leave her outside in the rain or she might get a little rusty on you. Michelle, you're a prize & Paul couldn't do better.

[@Chuck1929]

Sold my 2nd truck, my boat, my motorcycle and my camper to put my child in a furnished home that my wife wanted. I’d do it again today.

[@Dirtbag.G]

Yes! Totally agree!

[@evanrmoon]

Michelle writing out tape “maysure” 😂😂😂

[@Quacks0]

14:43 Oh, it's ALWAYS a good day when all of your bolt-holes line up! :D :P

[@braxtonnelson7422]

You know you're watching a good channel when you think to yourself: I could get along with these folks. Just a good bunch of people doing great things without being pretentious or "highfalutin", and they make most of it look like fun! Not to mention that they make some cool stuff! Merry Christmas Fab Rats!

[@MrGixxer1300r]

I agree 100% as a guy who spent most of his life as a mechanic and fabricator I watch and think I would fit in well with this crew.

[@MrPerry61]

5730 lbs

[@duanes72]

Weighs 6350.

[@edcresap9640]

7300

[@clarencemarinoiii1362]

Right They remind me of my Wifes family

[@hardwire187]

My favorite part about this channel is that you actually film the work, and discuss details and plans. A lot of other fabrication/automotive channels that I watch skip over the dirty details which is where I actually learn useful things.

[@raulvelasquez3714]

6250

[@georgewalker7772]

Fabrats are an awesome group of people. I would really like to meet Paul, Ben, Michelle, and the hole group. You have an awesome Chanel.

[@tallboy2234]

I’m at 7115 lbs. Hey Ben!! Get some Pool Balls for those control tops!👍😀 5-6-7-8 ball. 😉👌

[@robertheuer7670]

THAT IS AN AMAZING SHIRT!!!! anything Griswold!!!

[@msdadbsb]

I’m going with 6850 lbs. Y’all hooking up Ben with that jeep still makes me smile.

[@craigclark3279]

You are right! Hooking up your brother something he needs is the BEST.

[@vinniedimodica8705]

Yeah, getting Ben the Jeep was super cool. Ben is practically my twin and a great addition to the FabRatical-ness.

[@OnzaRob]

The key to a good video on KZbin is "editing", Michelle you edit the story to perfection, love the channel!

[@tallboy2234]

That’s a Fact, Jack!!😉👌

[@atf01234]

That rollback really paid itself off with some labour.

[@Rich_Bennett]

My guess is 7280 lbs. Driving through southern Utah in a few weeks..hope I get the chance to see it and all the Fab Rats crew in person.

[@freeidaho-videos]

Loved the storytime. I was almost 25 years old until I realized I was mortal. Of course it helped that people were shooting at me. Aging is so elusive to the young.

[@giljones9810]

7174 lbs

[@Beaumcwhorter281]

Story time with Paul is always the best!!! Cool memories 🙌🏻

[@danielmartin5016]

Fab rat Sunday day tomorrow. Always wearing my hoodie and hat. Can't wait for the yellow sub surprise. Been teasing us for over 2 weeks now lol 😆.

[@jasonr4557]

Love the tshirt you are wearing at the beginning of the video!🤣

[@stealthseeker7437]

7,200lbs in my guess. I love this channel. The family values, hard work, and good natured fun really make this channel awesome.

[@ryanmellies3067]

I'm guessing 6775 pounds

[@zachdurrett1357]

7195 lbs. Can’t wait to see this beast finished!

[@kennethsmyth4457]

I have been watching the program for over a year now, thoroughly entertaining. I reckon that the weight is 7110 lbs

[@guypehaim1080]

I think you're going to need some gussets on the winch frame to resist the moment created by the distance between the winch drum and the points where the frame welds to the bumper otherwise the frame is going to be bent under a heavy load.

[@steelmill]

I agree 100%

[@donaldduck9493]

Rear winch seems redundant with the boom winch right there. Seems like it will just get in the way

[@carlholm2765]

Watch how Rory uses that 2nd rear winch.

[@totensiebush]

I was thinking the same thing but I imagine the braces he's doing at the top will be enough. Gussets won't hurt though. Before seeing him discuss the braces I 100% thought the same thing but the braces will help a ton.

[@benbrown8363]

Came here to make sure someone said this. As it's currently built, That will rip off under loading of probably not that much force.

[@onthemike3105]

Hey Paul I have a 1985 atc 250r liquid cooled that I have that has alot of sentimental value from a passed loved one. I recently have been thinking about selling it but I really like to see where it went.

[@thatoneguy4life]

Make the knobs Matt's offroad recovery yellow lol

[@dennissmith5837]

Also, get that Jeep for Ben was great and generous. Ben’s a good egg and a great worker and very skilled. What a team.

[@caesar1295]

I’ll say it weighs 7,286 that was such a wonderful gift you guys gave Ben. Did my heart good seeing family treat each other with love and respect the way your family does. God bless all of you.

[@danielbennettii2508]

7085 lbs. All of you are awesome. Enjoy watching the interaction between everyone. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OF THE FAB RAT FAMILY.

[@inmyopinion6836]

I think we would all love to see a picture of Hunter and his dad at the same age.

[@caroljones6413]

7155 lbs is our guess for the wrecker and love your channel

[@zachstucker6846]

7100 is my guess! I love how family means so much to you guys! "I would sell it all again" sits really deep in my heart. Thanks for the amazing videos! We love Fabrats!

[@francesrice7898]

I always stop every thing to watch Fab Rats. I know I’m not going to be disappointed. Hunter has finally relaxed around Paul and Bens kidding. I never get tired of watching you all. God bless ❤️🙏🙏👍👍❤️

[@Dbrier9]

I’d guess around 7250 lbs. Literally every person with fabrats is so fun to watch and you all just make us all want to go out and visit and come work in the shop with you and Ben! If you ever want Another apprentice or something, I would enjoy that very much. (As would the thousands of others that follow you hah) keep up the great work and hope everyone is well!

[@michaelhoel3934]

7328, Love the channel and your hearts. Keep the smiles coming.

[@elwoodhewitt]

Story times are the best. Hunter is soaking it all in for sure. Haha

[@ateamoffroad1179]

I feel you Paul on that one. we are about the same age. It's amazing how the time just passes by.

[@johnhpalmer6098]

Tell me about it... (57)

[@burgesst44]

Turning 58 on the 23rd this month and 20 seems like yesterday. Adice to the kiddos.. live life the best that you can and enjoy it. It will pass you by before you know it. Merry Christmas to all of ya'll!!

[@canyonrunner]

My kids are now Paul's age. My children have children. Now my grandchildren are starting to have children of their own. As a father of daughters and granddaughters I can't remember the last time I had folding money in my wallet. Its been worth it though. Money isn't an end; it is a tool. A tool has no value until you use it. Sorry Paul, I had to sell my Nissan 240Z because there was no room for a car seat.

[@johnoksys7713]

Happy Holidays Paul & Family

[@williamwhitehead8362]

8750 lbs. love it!

[@tjhanlonjr]

I love how paul takes us through his process. You think well that's not going to work and he explains it and then you think that will work. I love this channel.

[@2xtream]

I've been watching FabRats from the beginning. I absolutely love your channel, you remind me a lot of how I would view myself if my disabilities didn't get in the way. I can vicariously live life and believe I'm working in the shop with you guys. Thanks for inviting us into the family at FabRats, 👍🇺🇸

[@wesman7837]

I feel you man, I am paralyzed from the chest down, and I can't do many of the things I used to do, but I try to keep going!

[@nathanmonahan6157]

7:15 Look at me go. 🤣

[@kevinbrock3207]

7125 and yall are such a nice people love watchin yall

[@fjmattchasindirt9718]

Mom and myself are guessing 7,250. Love watching you guys together. Better than anything on TV that's for sure.

[@lucaskuczek]

This is the new 📺

[@ronmeverden5489]

I’m loving y’all and going on the light side with 5880 lbs

[@starchaser2489]

The Police sent Hunter a picture of him speeding. So he sent them a picture of a check. They sent him a picture of handcuffs😀

[@jeraldhite9744]

Lol kids what you do?!?!?🤣

[@marymurphy5245]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@stefanf922]

Send them a video of Houdini getting out of handcuffs.

[@nicktolmachoff280]

I think the tow truck will weigh 7248lbs. Keep up the good work Paul!!!😊

[@Busted.Knuckles.Garage]

Now that's funny, but I'd send them a picture of me at the mailbox sending them the check,

[@Quacks0]

9:13 Thanks, guys --- story time is ALWAYS special and warmly-satisfying, whether it's while you're sitting quietly in your mama's lap on a comfy couch at home, or hangin' out wif a bunch of cheery redneck-buddies in a noisy machine shop! :D :P

[@wtbman]

8:17 I had a '98 S10 ZR2 5 speed manual I straight axle swapped and put 35's on. I loved that truck. Put about 100k miles on it before I sold it. You never get back what you put into it.

[@josiatokirina1788]

Well, here goes! 6,379 pounds. Always enjoy watching all the creative juices at work and play! Thank You Michele for your imaginative fun editing.

[@jana171]

6835 lbs is my guess.... Loved this video, the interaction between Hunter and Grandma... loved it, it even maid me miss my long gone mom for a brief second ❤

[@user-MRG1130]

7350lbs I said it before but I think it’s amazing how close you keep all your family and friends. It’s rare to see a video without at least one family member or friend stopping in. After my grandfather died, we barely see each other anymore. You might not know it at the time, but it’s crazy how one member of a family, can be the linchpin/glue keeping everyone together..

[@jeffduerr69]

Gonna be 6,895

[@guypehaim1080]

After watching Fab Rats for some time, I've come to see that Paul and his family are really connected to their community in many ways and they are always willing to help and give where it is needed. I believe that what you see of them is what they really are. The show is completely genuine.

[@squidious1662]

You were soooo close. lol

[@chuckstang]

As soon as she said car seat, I sold my '78 Trans Am and bought a Honda wagon. I get you Paul. 👍 My guess is 7,170lbs

[@timmer1229]

Thanks for the Story Time and the fatherly (accurate) advice to Hunter.

[@vaughanlynch145]

I'm guessing 7,188 pounds, can't wait to see this and Matt's done. They have both been fantastic build series 👏

[@landcruiserFJ40]

6250lbs. That rear winch mount came out great.

[@monkeymanyoung6153]

Wrecker is looking good! 7200# Thanks for video!

[@aaronwilkens5219]

My guess for weight is 7332 lbs. Love this channel. The patience you show in solving problems is teaching me how to not throw things and curse like a drill sargent when I am working on things.

[@Crusty-Bumpkin]

The next item I fabricate, will be the 1st. But this is a great channel with a lot of pleasant personalities and a super family vibe. You and victory outdoor services are my 2 favorites, and are similar in that respect. Great wholesome entertainment. Wrecker weighs 7286

[@gustavohernandez1293]

1800... And a Merry Xmas!!!!

[@dallashart7956]

Love this build. Can't get enough of your channel. 7127lbs

[@fullmoonAZ]

One of the best fabrication demonstrations I've ever seen. Great job!

[@kerrys8024]

I’m guessing 7050 lbs , I love all builds well done guys .

[@obwan2470]

86.03 lbs. me and my family love watching your channel and builds.

[@cwhooks9591]

I'd guess 7275lbs. Love the videos. Thanks for all the lunchtime entertainment!

[@laylasgoldenlife7672]

I love watching the progress of the wrecker build. I'd guess the weight to be right around 7,310 lbs.

[@joshalig2209]

7125 lbs. I love your channel! Truly genuine, great people. You always remind me that fabricating my own stuff is not that big of a deal. Constantly inspiring me to continue to fab on my toys.

[@MaineMadeAdventures]

6299, I can't wait to see it whoop on Matt in the Tow Truck Olympics

[@Petpetey]

I’m gonna go with a good ole fashioned 7985lbs! It has been awesome to see things progress. Love good folks like you guys. Thanks for keeping the channel fun and consistent. Stoked for things to come. Good work keeping things moving even though stuff doesn’t always go as planned. You always make it work! 🙌🏼

[@nathanielmears8931]

It’s great seeing you and Ben rebuilding your late fathers tow truck. You guys are gonna win the Olympics! I’m guessing she weighs in at 7,789 lbs

[@sambuchanan8179]

Will be lighter than Matt's heavy recker

[@johnhpalmer6098]

I believe so, that truck is all hand forged, except for the cab, and it's bigger with huge axles. I know that BSF's 86 Squarebody wrecker is around 9,000Lbs but it's also a 4WD Dualy.

[@leeappleyard4339]

I think she weighs 6850

[@MacsSpecialitiesMotorsports]

lol

[@billbillinger2491]

Why weigh it before it's finished?

[@LewpyDrewpy714]

@@billbillinger2491 I said the same thing when Matt weighed his wrecker.

[@gordbolton27]

You need to fully cover the fuel tank with armor. If you leave one tiny opening a trailer pole will hone right in on it!

[@wesman7837]

What is a "trailer pole"? Inquiring minds want to know!

[@jcasty1530]

7,204 is my guess. Awesome truck and I love the family history!😊

[@109bmp]

12:11. Can’t wait too see the wrecker in action. I’m guessing 7,033.

[@brewreviewandmore]

Paul and Ben’s ability to make things work are so amazing to me. Keep up the great content and Merry Christmas!

[@j.r.pacheco5699]

I'm going to say 7126 Lbs It's coming along very nice, I like the custom bends wrapping around, a lot more work but also a lot neater looking.

[@saxon7034]

6745lbs. Loved Paul’s story and the fact he added I’m after a 3 wheeler if anyones got one.

[@ronlamaster9301]

I am glad to hear almost everyone gets hit by life once in a while. I have sold many a cool things to pay for it! My guess at the weight 7065 LBs. The Wrecker is starting to come together now!

[@justinpetty5871]

6,475 lbs... the Lonewolf 3000 to start her is a nice touch too 👌 Can't wait to see it all come together!

[@Sparky597]

Love watching Paul and Ben making things happen. Truck is looking great. I have rode trikes all my life and still ride my 85 250r that I've had for years; they are loads of fun. I may have an in on another one for you. My guess on the tow truck is 6920.

[@kevinhinse]

HAHA, I just got a kid, 8 weeks old, I feel you Paul :P

[@williamfaulkner1959]

I'm guessing 7,100lbs. I've been enjoying your channel for a long time now. Thanks.

[@Zircon_215]

6910 lbs would be my guess. Great watching this wrecker coming together. Can’t wait to see it on the first job. Ben, don’t forget those safety glasses!

[@richschuster1097]

Yes, you can replace stuff but you can’t replace family. I’ve tried, it’s just not the same. I say the wrecker is 6780 right now. Great episode as always! Thank Matt for leading me to you guys. 😉

[@jmathis3]

7243lbs and I was thinking if you add plates to the underside of your boom it would sandwich your winch mount plate on the top to help reduce any deflection stress when your pulling with that winch.

[@stephend.mixell2042]

One- word wonderful you guys are all the best. It will be so cool to see what you do with the boat. Take care all and good health.

[@dansherlock349]

I can't wait to see this out on the trail working, my guess on the weight is 7456lbs. Great thing you did for Ben with a new jeep.

[@davekeppie796]

Greetings from Scotland. I reckon 6875lbs would be about right. It's been great watching this build. I like the way you don't go rushing out to buy all new parts for everything. I rebuilt an old Landrover Series3 and spent hours cleaning and rebuilding salvage parts. Good to see you guys doing the same where possible. It's also nice to see even the "professionals" can make mistakes. 😜🤪 Wishing you all a happy Christmas and all the best for 2023. "Lang may yer lum reek" as we say in Scotland. ps : when are you going to weld the other fender on? I've an OCD thing and find it distressing.😂😂😂😂

[@roadboogalabuilds5318]

I’m going to support Paul’s guess and go with 6750, I also had a 250R back in the day but mine was a 1985

[@tysonpaul166]

I had an 83 250R, whish it was newer for the liquid cool factor but... I put a ton of money and time into it and it was a blast!

[@Candeekane0]

7545 lbs is our guess. We love you Paul, Michelle, Ben and the whole gang! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for creating such entertaining content. It has been an absolute pleasure to witness the growth of this channel and we can't wait to see it grow beyond your wildest dreams!!! Thank you for being just all around good dang people this world needs more like ya'll. We hope you have a blessed Christmas and an amazing New Year. Cheers to more years! P.S. More derby? Eh? 😁Eh? Yeah!? Us derby nerds up north of you are dying to watch more content!... Especially since my good friend was forced to retire before he got the chance to go a round with you in the arena! He lives vicariously through watching you and Robbie do builds. So... Thank you for that as well... even though I always end up having to talk him out of "giving it one more go" and reminding him that if he does he won't be walking after it. 😂🤣😂🤣

[@bobgilkinson8502]

My guess is 7470. Love the show and how authentic everyone is. Always looking forward to the next episode.

[@dalegnodle]

I guessed 7450. 'course it's missing some sheet metal and doors, but that hydraulic boom is a chunk!

[@TwistedWarthog]

7188 lbs. It's going to be a beast. Keep up the awesome work and videos!

[@allentate397]

On your rear winch. Looks great but unless you add some bracing, it will just bend backwards the first time you pull with it. The winch is high enough that it will create leverage against your welds. The wilds will hold, but the entire bracket will bend over. It's looking good though!

[@carlasue1743]

Can't wait to see the finished wrecker!! My guess on the weight would be 7252lbs. We love your channel!!

[@jordanwindsor2143]

Gonna go on the heavy side with 7,380lbs. Lookin good Paul, love the build so far!

[@manuelcutzal4359]

GRETEENGS FROM GUATEMALA CENTRAL AMÉRICA I'M MANUEL;IT'S a GREAT TOW TRUCK.I LOVE IT.

[@clintjennicraig1059]

I'm a month behind on watching this, but I would say 8617 lbs which is the year and date of my birthday in January! It's cool to seeing you guys, custom building things for friends, family, and The off-road community, but it's AWESOME to see you guys help pull people out when they're in dire need. Both My brother and I pull people out of the Mohave desert with our personal Rigs all the time. Great channel keep it up boys

[@shanewendle7740]

7,321! Awesome build, love your channel. You all are my kind people. Being from north idaho, it's awesome knowing there is way more "like minded people" out there then one's to believe. Keep up the awesome job!

[@Bo88y22]

Unlucky one spot out.

[@richardfillmore9580]

My guess would be 7,240. Love this channel. You guys are the reason I have gotten back into metal working as a hobby

[@ericnielsen7424]

6475. We love you and appreciate all the good you do. Thanks so much.

[@Spartacus3006]

I'm guessing 7287 lbs (fingers crossed for wicked awesome fab rats swag)

[@danielandtaylor]

Just a question, will that bracket you welded together support the winch when it's under pulling power? It seems like you would need some bracing coming off of it to support the stress it's going to endure.

[@ge3186]

Thinking the same thing

[@therealsasquatch7779]

I was going to comment the same thing. The winch will have a ton of leverage at the top of the bracket and rip that support clean off. On the back side of the bracket above the winch he could weld supports that would run back almost parallel to the boom to something solid.

[@rockaboy2]

He explains how he's going to brace it with more tubing when making the mounts for the tool boxes

[@jackfoubert.]

At the 20:32 mark he starts to explain how he supporting it.

[@totensiebush]

I 100% agreed, was gonna make the same comment until I kept watching and he said he'll be bracing the top of it. It'll be interesting to see what the bracing really looks like.

[@michelevershowske6823]

I am going to guess 6850 lbs. love your channel , I have been a machinist for the last 36 years and still learn new things from you guys. keep up the good work.

[@LonnieMcGowan]

7250 lbs. Have a Merry Christmas Cox's family!

[@skeetermcswagger0U812]

I'd make an 'A' frame off of the bumper near the D rings that can swing down in case you really need the boom to go down a little lower and I would put that winch in between the frame rails just behind that back bumper.... Cause it's not like its a little too busy back there already.😅😂