Never Before Have Fenders Like These Existed On The Rat Rod Wrecker

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Rc cars for a hobby.. your grandkids will love it :) hang in there,best wishes

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[@billkaroly]

Frankenfenders! Doctor Cox is a mad scientist.

[@sk8xaq]

21:35 Ben is hilarious. Every person with skills probably reaches a point where they would like it if someone would just tell them what to do instead of having to ponder stuff on their own. "Hunter is going to tell me what to do.... and I'll do it."

[@sladelewis2421]

With the tight tolerances of your fan shroud, you’ll have a great audible indicator someday when your motor mount bushings need replaced. Win win!

[@NoWr2Run]

YA, IT'S DAMN TIGHT, HOPE IT DON'T HIT WHILE FLEXING.

[@jrzyboy99]

Man…Frankstein’s Rat Wrecker is coming together! Thank you for keeping Sunday mornings entertaining! 👍👍👍 PS Michelle is killing the editing!!!!

[@richardberryhill718]

I’m thinking the same thing: it’s a “Frankenwrecker”

[@bradleymadosh3596]

I like that name "Frankstein's Rat Wrecker"

[@timbutler2749]

Hunter's sarcastic commentary is a welcome addition to the show. I dig it.

[@bryanpoole4749]

I'm addicted to this channel. It's got the perfect balance of everything! And a great "cast of characters "

[@tdlucas5126]

Came across a body man that is right up your alley and you know him, Rory Irish! 😆

[@evilbrat5376]

As the name of this channel says - The Fab Rats. Never have have I seen such builds as these. Everyone original in design fabrication on this Rat Rod. Have been, am and will be stuck here for long time. Damn I'm lucky to have found this channel.

[@gailtaylor1636]

He fabricates like my Dad. Hold this here while I tack it. It's only temporary unless it works. And it usually works.

[@hillbillyhippie597]

Happy Sunday God Bless 🇺🇸🍻🤙🏻

[@1ltlbrnc]

Hunter may still claim the win on the fan shroud once you start the engine and give it the beans! We've seen how you work that truck and I'm guessing that engine is going to torque twist a little. It's looking great, can't wait till you get using it!

[@NoWr2Run]

I think the fan will hit, VERY TIGHT FIT.

[@NoWr2Run]

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[@mattc.310]

"These are the times that try men's souls". You may not see the light at the end of this yet, but it's coming through your resourcefulness, creativity, and a vast parts stash.

[@duggydo]

I am looking forward to you and Rory running circles around Matt's giant wrecker. 😉

[@macking104]

but Matts wrecker will pull Pauls out of the ditches!

[@archieharrison9433]

If anyone ever needs all 3 at once for a rescue it will be a 'do not miss' video.

[@twwtb]

If there is an agility event, you are absolutely right. But for brute strength, Matt for the win.

[@inmyopinion6836]

😆😉🍆😬😥

[@masterbates7016]

What you guys are forgetting is that the heavy wrecker is being designed more for side by side recovery. He said the boom won't be used to tow heavy stuff. He has the big boy yankem ropes for heavy duty recoveries

[@LSswapEVERYTHING]

Sunday morning coffee and Fab Rats. You bet!

[@akgguildford6397]

Love Paul's approach to problem solving and "design". He should get much more recognition for the Golden Nugget. Pretty much started with nothing and re-engineered into something special. Only then was it ready for painting,which also turned out pretty damn good. Best wishes from jolly old England.

[@terrallputnam7979]

It's good to have all those old square bodies laying around when you need a part. Love the content! Keep up the great work.

[@cindyrisner5731]

This is real deal ! Love the backyard engineering. Cut - Fit - Weld - Cut - Bend - Grind - Fit - Hammer - Hammer more , and Bolt on ! The true Garage Builder ! The trips to the boneyard … Truly Feel Your Vids are the BEST ! THANKS

[@tulipcritter2375]

I'm not a chevy guy but I love how you guys keep the wedge looking factory clean.

[@johnnys.7209]

Damn, this show is pretty good. These shows are getting better and better, Thank you. Don't forget to tell Matt's off road to keep Yankum them out. He looks poor. Thanks, Johnny Cool.

[@everetttaylor2475]

Never really been a fan of a dove nosed truck but you guys did some killer work. That thing looks incredible! It still looks like a squarebody chevy, love it.

[@cliffcross6487]

Your Dad's truck is looking Sooo good. I know that he is Smiling at you guys, and the work you are doing in his remembrance.

[@randallfender96]

Love the way you did the nose on the wrecker. I am a bit concerned about the radiator shroud. Looks pretty tight, and I'm wondering if you'll get contact when you torque the engine and it moves. I guess we'll see! Can't wait to see the finished product.

[@gailtaylor1636]

Yep. And the fan doesn't need to be that deep/forward into the shroud. Having 1/2 the blade outside the "tube" will pull same amount of air.

[@kerryhickman2235]

I was wondering the same thing about the shroud. Hopefully he has solid steel mounts on the engine, because if they're rubber it's going to hit & possibly destroy the fan & that awesome shroud he made. I've seen it happen many times before when an engine is under a heavy load & the rubber mounts arent strong enough & on his truck there is so little tolerance for it to be able to move. I wonder why he decided to go with the manual fan instead of the dual electric fans? I would think the electric fans would work a whole lot better keeping the engine cool when he's out 4 wheeling & going so slow. Maybe he will address everything & tell us in his next video. I love the work he & Ben do there! I love to be able to work with them!

[@gailtaylor1636]

And let this be a lesson to KZbin watchers...don't jump ahead and comment before watching the whole vijeo. About 19:00 he puts the fan on. PERFECTLY POSITIONED! I should have known.

[@randallsmerna384]

I just said the same thing. Wondering why he went mechanical over electrical when the electrical was already completed and just had to be connected.

[@randallsmerna384]

@@kerryhickman2235 I agree with you on the fan thing, however, slower speeds doesn't have anything to do the amount of air a mechanical fan pulls because of the fan clutch. Engine RPM has more to do with that.

[@dennyb3761]

Paul, Ben, And Michelle are having too much fun! 🙂

[@larryehrlich57]

The fan will work great at idle. How it will work under the torque of the engine is another matter. Good luck...because you will need it.

[@NoWr2Run]

I AGREE, SHE GONNA HIT.

[@kingtachoss]

One of the greatest feeling’s is when been able to reuse parts from a different vehicle and just happen to fit on to a new project

[@ittyalexander264]

We're missing Randall something fierce. Could you ask Hunter to talk really slow and drag a sentence out for like forever so we can get our Randall fix please...

[@bushpilot223]

@Ryan Hughes he got an offer to go back to his old job and he just couldn’t refuse it. It’s right down the road (if I remember correctly. It’s been a few months)

[@anotherdave5107]

@Ryan Hughes - "last time we saw Randall..." He was in uniform. Hopefully he's not strapped to chair with a blinding flashing strobe light and a socialist indoctrinator screaming the need for personal pronouns at him! If so, I hear locking him the bathroom for a week with nothing but mtn dew, beef jerky and car magazines can break the trance.

[@3DPrints4TC]

That southern Utah draaaaawl

[@BlueEyedColonizer]

I was thinking the same thing.....lol

[@randallsmerna384]

Randall moved on - you should move on as well.

[@Gowherejeepsgo]

Hey fab rats family thanks for recording.

[@unclebuck5051]

If Grandma is digging them, I’m digging them. Rock on Grandma!

[@1954shadow]

She has a sharp and discerning eye, her opinion, you can take that to the bank.

[@unclebuck5051]

@@1954shadow I’m a big fan of Grandma.

[@saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560]

That's the down side of custom building. Take care and God bless amen.

[@perrymahnke886]

Wow! Paul, Ben, & Hunter are the Tow Truck Building Dream Team! Dr Paul is a Metal Fabricating Surgeon that can make Silk out of a Sow's Ear. Ben is the Energizer Bunny that just keeps going & making everything right. Hunter is the Magician that keeps pulling Rabbits out of the hat to keep everything moving in the right direction. Thank you for sharing & providing Awesome Entertainment!

[@randallsmerna384]

A silk PURSE out of a sow's ear.

[@MrGaryGG48]

@@randallsmerna384 That was Granny's saying but her hearing aids don't work all that well so she'll never know!! 🤣🤣👍

[@petertarantelli]

Paul, you are an artist. You canvas is sheet metal and your brush is a grinder and a welding torch.

[@francesrice7898]

I enjoyed every second of this video. Hunter is getting more relaxed with filming and Paul’s teasing. ❤️ it. ❤️🙏🙏👍👍❤️

[@inmyopinion6836]

I agree 100% . A STAR in the making !

[@davestevens4263]

Paul I take it back , your obviously a master body tech. After seeing your excavator work ,,,, wow pure professionalism !!!!!!!

[@toyomatt84]

The addition of Ben and Hunter are fantastic. :)

[@superbestdad]

Watching you figure the fan shroud placement and fitment I thought of something for the next time. Split some vacuum hoses and put on the end of the blades. That’d give you a consistent gap around. Just a thought, love the content.

[@rebturtle]

As tight as it appears to be, it should be interesting as soon as the engine and/or frame flexes under load

[@davidbeattie4294]

I agree with Hunter. We were witness to a genuine miracle today. Paul, your eyecrometer powers are awesome.

[@remorrey]

Hunter, you do an excellent job filming. I like how you go from speaker to the object of the work. You have a natural vision for how us viewers like to see what's going on. I also like the different angles you do. It's nice that you let the guys talk to the camera (you) without interjecting too much commentary. Just right.

[@billgraves8555]

Just want to thank you team. My golf cart wouldn’t start so I took a Putter and hit it and it started right up! I only knew that because of your videos. I can golf, but have 0 mechanical ability. Keep teaching us unknowledged folk:)

[@CitizenOfBabylon]

Engine torque and frame twist under load will make a nice racket on that close tolerance fan shroud, possibly?

[@mikemiller3007]

I was thinking the same but realized they only have to trim the fan if that happens

[@joeberry1556]

I was thinking the same thing, but I'm betting being derby guys they used solid engine mounts.

[@rclee3]

I like the safety squint with safety glasses on. Nothing like double safety.

[@Harborman253]

your fender work is extraordinary. Robbie Layton is no doubt jealous of your skills. :)

[@guitardzan5641]

Wait until Paul starts slathering on the Bondo......Layton will be running around in little circles howling like a gut-kicked dog.

[@qotyit1655]

Hunters honest commentary is top notch 😂🤙🏽

[@hipshot823]

The anticipation to see this beast run and crawl is killing me!!!

[@Minionmoto529]

I love the weathered and mix matched paint on the truck. Rat rods have always had a special place in my heart.

[@DrDeath70]

I love these old square bodies and I love what you guys do to them.

[@inmyopinion6836]

Outstanding editing! I laughed and laughed! Too bad you don't have one of these for every day. You guys could make Seinfeld look like a rookie! Kudos Michell ! ! !

[@jimmyoverly3512]

Truly ground breaking stuff. You're really elevating fender technology.

[@dalegnodle]

😂

[@durkus]

This video makes me feel a whole lot better about all the short cuts I’ve made in sheet metal through the years.

[@kennethbrown8723]

Really coming along! I love how you transition from mechanical work, to sheet metal, etc. lots of talent in the shop between you and Ben! Need more Graydon time, love that kid!

[@danielgallihugh1688]

I love it when you show that you make mistakes. I usually get really good at different parts of projects. You say you do it right because you do it twice. For me it is usually I have to do it until I'm an expert at it before it is done right. Thanks for keeping it real.

[@mikehuven6600]

You set lofty goals that are tuff to achieve but still get a lot done in a short time!!

[@jimedge8301]

Michelle does a great job editing out all the swearing Paul does 🤣🤣

[@MrFturner]

Hey Guys, you really should put a shroud around the front of the radiator so air can't get around it. Your losing at least 50% of air flow through the rad and coolers when you are going forwards as air takes the path of least resistance. You'd only need about an inch or so. I think if you do the same with the FJ you'll find it cooling better as well. For an example, look at your cars/trucks and what they have in front of the rad area around the edges...... just a suggestion :)

[@paulquiroz4070]

I can't wait to see the Rat Wrecker finished... that truck really looks awesome... Also, I believe I am NOT the only one that wants to see Landon's truck up and running all over again... Congrats to both of you. The camera man and his comments are hilarious and after the comments, Paul's face is even funnier... lol

[@milomiller909]

You guys are doing a great job. God bless you all.

[@PlainStraightShooter]

Wrecker looking Good

[@kevinroberts7158]

You guys are NOT going to put Robbie out of business with your bodywork! Just saying! Love the channel.

[@jamessmith7691]

That radiator shroud reminds me of my old 64 Impala. When you blow a motor mount it would let you know.

[@jeraldhite9744]

Love the fact you work with what you have. Its all good stuff just piecing things together. Makes me wish I would have gotten into this as a profession years ago. I do this now but just on a need to basis. Truck driver by trade! Shade tree mechanic by choice!!

[@thomasdunn22]

Fab Rats, for the win. Way to save the day Hunter, bestest grommet finder! Love having Ben on the channel. Hi Michelle!

[@randallmcdaniel1189]

I really dig what yall do. Keep up the great work.

[@tomjohns8498]

The collective knowledge and patience you 🐀 🐀 🐀 rat's have is great 👍 👌 😀

[@EdwardMurray06]

Really loving this build. The problem with these types of builds is that they always end… Figure out a way to keep it going and you’ll unlock the holy grail of KZbin video perfection. 😂

[@terrywells3955]

can't wait to see it doing it in the sand and rocks , Randall where you at

[@justinlawley3520]

Ya I'm first for once

[@markcatanzaro9699]

Nice! Good job!

[@heartsky]

"Can't sweat the small stuff, Hunter." -Fabius Ratimus ...words to live by

[@adamtacheira5323]

This comment if only to assist the fan rats crew make money. We love you guys cuz you all seem like good people.

[@loosemoose9799]

Paul said he loved it when a plan comes together. He is the modern A Team.

[@kennyroland9391]

It is like watching an artist paint a senic picture one weld at a time. Looking forward to see the Rat Rod Wrecker come to life.

[@randywilson2265]

I have to say I can't get enough of this channel. !!!!! Family, Fun and sharing your life with the rest of us is something I look forward to all week..I love that the boys are working with you and that you are sharing your skills with them.. You don't need to be formally trained to do what you love!!!! I live in Switzerland right now but grew up in the Northeast and if I ever make it to Utah I will certainly make my way to you to share a Mountain Dew..

[@tomlund7705]

That front grill is AWESOME!!! The rat rod tow truck is an EPIC build for sure!!

[@CarswithNash]

Really coming together now!👍

[@donr416]

Been there, done that. Still living through it. Do not give up. Stubborn wins every time.

[@pablocruise678]

Hunter redeemed himself with those grommets. BTW- loved seeing the clubs in the back of Red!!!

[@TheOldaz1]

Progress is good, only a few tiny steps backwards, but soon overcome in your usual inimitable fashion, thanks guys.

[@ryandunn5362]

If Leonardo da Vinci did automotive work and had a KZbin channel... this would be it. Paul is a true artist!

[@terrallputnam7979]

Ben, I am sorry your truck got trashed but so thankful you didn't get hurt or worse.

[@billblood5316]

That Willys in the boneyard looks like a project.

[@ericsmith189]

Always enjoy you guys on a Sunday with a cup of coffee thank you for the entertainment and all the laughs

[@alexwcobb]

Shop banter is 100%

[@billmccullough2323]

I think I will take this pile of old fenders, cut em up and weld em together and put them on this thing I am calling a wrecker!!!! LOL Wow! MAD SKILLS!!!!!

[@therustyduck5400]

That front end turned out PERECT!!! Love it!!!

[@cdanielh128]

The front on that is coming together like no bodies business! This is just getting cooler and cooler! Ima have to get with my cousin and pull up some old thing and do some fun chop work on it. This looks like too much fun.

[@stuartwilson5634]

Wow, she is looking gorgeous, tough, butch, purposeful, I like it!😊

[@andersjakobsen9906]

Hunter must be learning a ton. Must be great for a young man 😁

[@fluffycwh92]

Loved Paul's double saftey glasses

[@LAP1050]

Those fenders looked OEM, almost 😜. Can’t wait to hear it run👍🇺🇸

[@davidgeiman2012]

Looking AWESOME FABRATS. Can't wait until there OL' RAT ROD TOW TRUCK IS RUNNING

[@MPSfixxer]

I am really enjoying Hunters camera skills and his attitude about everything good job guys. Still Iove me some Randall too though!

[@klancyjones726]

Won't be long and we'll be seeing the tow truck on the road. Looks great fellas. When's Randall gonna make a surprise visit on the show. He's not forgotten.

[@scottcochran384]

the "SHERMinator" wrecker is coming along nice, i'm sure Dads lookin down and smiling at you guys and your Creativity .

[@jeremydiamond8824]

Looking great guys wow great fab work !😎🇺🇸👍🏻🦅

[@douglasbrooker5834]

It's coming together nicely. The grill is simple yet bold.

[@shawnthomas6460]

TO CLOSE, TO CLOSE.... LOL. Your going to regret that perfect fit on the radiator fan shroud latter.... Love the fab work. Can't wait to see it finished.

[@bruceb4349]

The Nose on this old bowtie is looking really good ! Great job fellas.

[@jrloopy1984]

I LOVE the Chrome tie down points on the bed of the tan square body!

[@Noidea242]

Hunter is great not taking your business but giving you the business sweet

[@carlward]

Like Hunter, I never thought you'd make that fan shroud work. Shame on me! 😆 Great work!

[@kimetherington2252]

It cool to have a bone yard to pick from so the Master Fabricators can do what they do best! And that is to give us the content we love to see, but most of all to get the Tow Truck running to compete in the TT Olympics, then make the rescues it was designed for which we love to see! Fab Rats keep on keeping on...

[@mikebougher3731]

I can't believe you cut it twice and it was still too short! 🤣👍