HEMI Swap Jeep Renegade pt. 25 Bash Bar, Radiator, Headlights, and Grille

In part 25 of installing a 5.7L Hemi into a Jeep Renegade: I have to fabricate a whole new front end. Bash Bar, Radiator Mounts, Core Support, Headlight Brackets, and I even whip up a custom Grille just for fun. Now the Cooling system can be finished, and we'll be one step closer to firing this thing up for the first time.
Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

[@HEMIGADE]

UPDATE: First of all, thanks for everyone who has checked in. The past few months have been really tough, dealing with health stuff and just life in general. I haven't really been in the right head space to reply, but I truly appreciate everyone who reached out. Anyways, progress on the Jeep has been slow, only working on the good days that I feel well enough to be out in the garage. I haven't even picked up the camera in like 3 months, but I've been feeling better the last couple weeks, so hopefully more progress videos will be coming soon. Again, thanks for the support, it's really kept me going.

[@grandche3966]

Wish you the best Mike, you are a living Ferdinand Porsche to me!

[@beans4gas]

Get well soon friend. You're not alone with going through tough times. Stay strong.

[@coconut8783]

we understand brother but sometimes you gotta be tough and put your videos out there, there's many of us waiting for the project to be done, so plz get stronger you can do this !!!!!!!!!

[@Quakquak69]

Lagg

[@wdmerica8180]

Get well buddy! Miss your vids but understand my friend.

[@bBerrier95]

My favorite build on YT right now.

[@HEMIGADE]

Thanks man, I appreciate the support. Hopefully it'll be running soon, and make all this work worth it. I can't wait!

[@briancastellanos3865]

"hell yeah brother" a ls3 with a 6 speed z tranny would be cool to see in the future

[@HEMIGADE]

@@briancastellanos3865 I'd like to eventually swap a manual transmission into this thing, but it's gotta stay Mopar for now. I do have an HHR that is just begging for a LS swap though.

[@imonaroll9502]

Wow that front grille looks great. My mind is blown. 😱 😊

[@unforgiven101inc]

I got a 08 jeep commander limited 5.7 , I came across your build and now I can't stop watching you videos. Great work man...

[@chadgilpin1977]

Baddest build I've ever seen. Definitely a beauty. Can't wait to see the final look and the run. ❤

[@omartarekabdelfattahmegahe3437]

since day one am following this great project from egypt i just cant wait until the first cold start♥️

[@earladams9543]

I want too see more on the build. You are very good mechanic.

[@thefunnydude222]

I need more. Just binge watched all of the build. If you ever want more power Hellcat superchargers can be bolted on the 5.7 hemis with a spacer plate on the heads.

[@christopheraustin3324]

There’s the man!!! This thing is really coming together nicely (according to videos) lol😅 Been here since the beginning of this project and I swear when you build this thing all the way I’m going to make you a great offer for it!

[@HEMIGADE]

Yeah man, it really is starting to get there. The weather was terrible this weekend, so not much progress was made, but i did get a remote mounted transmission cooler installed. One step closer to finishing, and another one of the loose ends getting tied up. There's so much involved in this thing it can get a little overwhelming lol.

[@Daniil8787]

Hello from Ukraine! It’s awesome project, can’t wait to see it’s on the road.❤ Keep up mate! P.s owner of 2.4 renegade trailhawk

[@eddiev8148]

Almost there bro,… been following for a min and can’t wait to see this complete.

[@kennybister7468]

Man I cannot wait to see that monster run

[@viniciushenrique7057]

Great build, try to stay sleeper. Will be fun to watch.

[@HEMIGADE]

Thanks! I'm stuck between making a sleeper, and being as obnoxious as possible. I want to put NASCAR boom tubes out the side and jut let 'er rip, but also would like to catch people off guard. I might have to build both and see what i like best.

[@strattenvanwyk8303]

For the pipe bender, you can clamp the tab on the handle into a bench vice, allows you to pull hard on it, or put a tube over the end of the bending handle to make it easier to bend tougher stuff👌🏻

[@HEMIGADE]

yeah I realized that after i was like half way though. That woulda been so much easier. We do that for 3/4" tubing at work, but I just spaced I guess 😅

[@jconk777]

looks aweaome!

[@nfra1663]

Definitely a project glade your seeing it through

[@HEMIGADE]

Yeah it's been a difficult build, but it'll be worth it in the end. It's getting so close too!

[@exploremore8608]

LOVE THIS Project ❤

[@WaysideIron]

Nice build

[@aaronmendoza5131]

I love it!!! 🔥👊🏻

[@jsaivphotography8711]

Been here watching this build from the beginning. Love the progress you have on this Renegade, even if it wasn’t a 5.7 in there the fabrication you’ve done to this car is phenomenal work. Can’t wait to see it on the road.

[@HEMIGADE]

Hell yeah man, Thanks for following along with the build so far. It has been a while lol. This project really has pushed my amateur fabrication skills way further than they were, and each part comes out better than the last. Hopefully it isn't too much longer before it's back on the road, I really can't wait either!

[@bonezshakergarage]

Great fab work

[@HEMIGADE]

Thanks! I was really happy with how all the metal work turned out. I'm no professional, but each time it gets a little better.

[@tommyis13]

C'mon Mike. Been waiting for an update, excited to see what's next.

[@davydsantos2210]

I'm really looking forward to the continuation of this!

[@Hypergreenjeepman]

Holy smokes that looks killer I love it ❤

[@HEMIGADE]

Thanks! It feels so good to get this far with the build, and it's turning out just how I imagined.

[@DanlexGamer]

Muito foda o projeto Mike, parabéns pela iniciativa e projeta! Cuida da saúde e fica bem!!!

[@jio699]

Can’t wait to see you back on it again with some good content. Hope you are feeling better mentally and physically.

[@bobbyrosa4652]

kinda menacing??? Its ready to take over everything!!! It's looking sweet!!!

[@HEMIGADE]

Lol Thanks! Hopefully soon it'll be out there taking over, I can't wait!

[@Turnahn]

This is Beautiful 😍 I recently bought a Jeep renegade trail hawk and was looking up mods for it and saw this first well done can’t wait to see you drive this little minicon monster

[@venzenbroshighlights3259]

Hood scoop for the hood 👌🏼🔥

[@HEMIGADE]

I plan on using a SRT hood from a Charger or Durango, and grafting the vents and scoop into this hood, then making a carbon fiber replica. That's the eventual goal at least.

[@venzenbroshighlights3259]

@@HEMIGADE can’t wait til this is finally done 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@brianwilson9728]

Mike that fornt end is looking amazing. And those led lights are sick

[@jimpennjr]

This daylight savings kills me too. Dark at 4:30pm, ridiculous! The progress you are making is great, keep at it.

[@HEMIGADE]

For real, it's so difficult to stay motivated, but I was out there last night with my lights set up finishing up the master cylinder fittings. Fixing loose ends so it'll be ready

[@sebastiansmithvw7155]

Look really good keep up the good work

[@HEMIGADE]

Thanks! I made a little more progress this weekend, so it's getting there!

[@sebastiansmithvw7155]

Keep me posted can't wait to see you drive it

[@mannuelrendon5087]

Happy new year Mike I Hope you and your family. Are blessed by God Are a beautiful videos I hope you conytinue as soon is posible

[@jjjsantiago90]

The progress on this build is AMAZING! This is better than alot of Sema builds. All done in your garage and alone! Truly amazing work brother. 👏

[@HEMIGADE]

Thanks man, I appreciate that. It is kinda tough doing all this solo and pretty much just outside, but I'm really happy with what I've been able to make so far. Hopefully SEMA 2023 will happen

[@jjjsantiago90]

No problem man. You have put ALOT of work into this build to do it right. SEMA 2023 IS A MUST!! Looking forward to the next video

[@justswapit-jsi-8911]

Good job

[@HEMIGADE]

Thanks!

[@bobbyrosa4652]

Hey Mike, Hope all is well! Hoping to see you bringing this bad boy to life! It belongs in hot rod magazine tbh! I did read your last post and hoping you get better physically & every other way! We have enjoyed the build and you're definitely skilled! Hope to see again soon!!

[@adabadauzauzauz]

You are really a Number 1!! Can't wait to see It fiinished ❤️

[@HEMIGADE]

Thanks! I'm so excited to finally get this thing running.

[@adabadauzauzauz]

@@HEMIGADE how long do you think you need yet to finish? We are so excited 😎🥳

[@HEMIGADE]

@@adabadauzauzauz I was hoping I'd have it started before Thanksgiving, but it's starting to look like closer to Christmas now. There's nothing major that needs to be done, except the entire wiring harness for the car, and tightening up a bunch of loose ends. I'm just sure there's going to be complications with the electrical system.

[@kyakukid1]

This build has been absolutely fantastic content to watch. The Renegade has not been getting a lot of custom aftermarket views and support like other mainstream vehicle swaps. Hopefully, this will help with getting traction for the Renegade. I'm definitely enjoying your journey with this vehicle and hope to see more content from you. Godspeed and God bless you and your household good sir. 🙏🏾👌🏾

[@emecham1]

Only 1.4k views?! As soon as this drives your channel is gonna explode. Get ready! You've got tons of content so far and will have plenty of content to put in to get it tuned up and driving. Get it done and it will break the internet! Renegade is my favorite looking non-CJ Jeep since the Wagoneer. Glad someone has the skills to do it some V8 justice! This has been amazing to follow! What you gonna call her? Renegade Menace? 🏁 Or maybe just call it 🔥 I got to work for a garage that won Battle of the Builders within the last 5 years and with what you've done on your own, you have the vision and skill to open a full blown, high-end, custom shop...no question. Amazing!!

[@HEMIGADE]

Thanks man, that really does mean a lot, especially coming from a fellow automotive enthusiast. I'm just an amateur fabricator, but I do really enjoy making things and modifying cars. This is my most ambitious project so far, but it's taught me so much along the way. I would love to eventually have a shop, or at least a garage big enough to have a car and tools in it at the same time 🤣 I imagine once this thing is running and doing the first burnouts, it'll get quite a bit of attention. Mostly I'm just grateful for the people who have been supporting me, and keeping me going on this project. It definitely wouldn't be this far along without y'all pushing me to keep going.

[@tommyis13]

Awesome intro Mike. That's some fantastic fabrication skills. This thing has come so far, can't wait to see it go down the road.

[@HEMIGADE]

Thanks man, sometimes all you need is a bigger hammer! It really has come a long way. Almost 2 years so far, but we're finally nearing the end of the major workload.

[@semperfi_ny]

Love how this has come along. Was just at the dealer yesterday and we we're talking about how Jeep was tossing around the idea of making a Renegade Trackhawk. He was disappointed they canned the project. Told him about what you we're doing. He excited to see the final project.

[@HEMIGADE]

Hell yeah, Thanks! Man if they made a Trackhawk version this thing would be so much fun, even a turbo V6 would be crazy, and AWD would be a blast to drive. I've been out of commission the past couple months, just feeling like shit every day, but I'm finally back working on this thing, so hopefully it won't be to much longer until it's running.

[@tomav8r]

“I’ll be able to do a decent amount of burnouts” 😂😂😂

[@HEMIGADE]

Yeah the goal is to be able to pop the rear tires without it overheating. We'll see 😅

[@Whose_this_guy]

That was a cool trick lol

[@HEMIGADE]

Yeah man, you just gotta hit it right 🤣

[@nugget6807]

Coming to you once I hit the jackpot

[@ReallionaireAl]

the radiator fan is going to be a tight fit !!

[@HEMIGADE]

Yeah its pretty tight in there, just about a 1" gap. As long as it doesn't touch anything it should be good. Maintenance and changing belts is gonna suck though.

[@ReallionaireAl]

UPDATE?!?

[@dablckman]

🔥🔥🔥

[@jav1363]

Siiiiiick 🔥🔥🔥🥵🥵🥵

[@slayer7160]

Pretty cool, found the channel on a whim, always wanted to swap my Renegade engine for the pentastar engine they offered in the same year Cherokee. If this guy can put a hdmi in his I bet the pentastar is do-able

[@dand7695]

Hope you are doing better brother and can't wait to see you finish im looking to do a custom job on mine I'm looking at throwing a bigger engine Turbo in mine .

[@Lifeof728]

Badass

[@HEMIGADE]

Thanks!

[@lazybonez366]

i’m about to look into but a renegade this would be a nice to have haha but i honestly just like the shape of the car and it’s an upgrade from mine been lookin

[@HEMIGADE]

They're actually pretty good little cars for what they are. Like you, I got mine because I liked the overall design of it, and wasn't worried about performance at the time. They're decent on gas and I had zero issues with mine before I chopped it up. Mine was on the first shipment to the US back in 2015, so they've sorted out any potential issues like oil consumption which seemed to plague a lot of early models. Good luck with your car shopping, no matter what you end up with!

[@Toycoma]

I can't belive we haven't gotten an update in 6 months

[@rogerwoodvlogs7428]

Getting so stoked. You gotta get this thing to cleetus mcfarland when it done. So it can get the audience it deserves. One of the most unique builds on KZbin.

[@HEMIGADE]

That's one of my goals for the build, that and take it to the Hoonigan burn yard and blow the tires off it. It'll get there eventually

[@rogerwoodvlogs7428]

@@HEMIGADE awesome man hope it takes you far

[@ReallionaireAl]

Miss you my guy 😖

[@ibiscar06]

I think this would be worthy of a SEMA build..

[@rogerwoodvlogs7428]

We need an update bro

[@TeddyB8]

Good job man. If this was a woman's channel it would have blew up by now!

[@turbo2023]

It’s been long where’re been dude ?!

[@Auxbeam]

Glad to see more build update coming up! Do you open to add more new lighting kits to your Jeep?😉

[@HEMIGADE]

It feels really good to get this project even closer to finished. I do plan on installing a ton more lighting on this thing before it's done. I just ordered the 8 gang AR-800 switch panel and 20 of the RGBW rock lights to get the light show started (should look crazy for burnouts). I'd love to use more Auxbeam lights, like 9" off-road lights for the headlights, but unfortunately I couldn't find any that have low beams and high beams, or a dimmable option. I really don't want to blind traffic too much 🤣 Since I can't fit the factory headlight housings anymore with all the modifications, I was kind of forced to use the ones I found.

[@Auxbeam]

@@HEMIGADE I see. What light you find and plan to take it as the headlight? I think Auxbeam is definitely don't mind to send other lights to support your build:)

[@HEMIGADE]

@@Auxbeam for sure, I'll definitely be adding more lights to the build. I'll need to change the fog lights, and upgrade all the incandescent bulbs to LED, then start adding light bars and pods. I can't wait to get this thing sorted and looking great too.

[@Auxbeam]

@@HEMIGADE That's great I think we should be able to sponsor all these lights. Do you have a way for me to send the links of the lights?😁

[@thiagopassos2755]

E aí Mike quando sai a próxima parte. Gostaria muito de montar um projeto desse mas aqui no Brasil com o valor das peças fica inviável para um cara comum. Tenho q me contentar com os 139cv do 1.8 kkkkkk.

[@josephjackson9569]

I was just wondering how you was coming along.

[@Swoledadof3]

Looking amazing brother!!! I'm so excited for you! Gotta ask with the grill inserts did you just cut out the plastic and replace it with something else or did you just Dremel out all the holes like a lot of people have done... lol! I'd love a link or just a I bought the insert material here if you don't mind sharing or is there a cover on the back that you were simply able to remove. I have to look at mine. I'm going to do the same thing on both of mine. Keep it rocking brother!!

[@HEMIGADE]

I took the whole grill apart, and cut up the back piece that has the mesh pattern in it. I used a cutoff wheel in a grinder and just trimmed the whole section out. I bought those black plastic covers many years ago, so I don't remember where they came from. They were just cheap stick-on covers probably from Amazon or ebay for like $20.

[@nahimibrahim107]

Hey Mike. I hope all is well. Haven't seen any videos in a while. All the best bud.

[@HEMIGADE]

Unfortunately it hasn't been going too great, but I have been feeling much better the past couple weeks. Doctors aren't sure what's up, but I'm still hanging in there lol. Hoping to get more videos going, since I haven't recorded any work in like 3 months. I have been making slow progress on the Jeep, but it's been more therapeutic to just be in the garage and focusing on the work, when I do feel well enough to actually do something. Thank you for checking in on me, it's pretty humbling for real.

[@nahimibrahim107]

@@HEMIGADE Well whatever is ailing you, I'm sure you'll kick it's butt and get back to your awesome life because what I've witnessed you doing, there is no obstacle that you can't overcome. So hang in there bro. We're all rooting for you and look forward to seeing you happy and healthy again and getting that beast finished up. All the best to you bro.

[@coconut8783]

Hey man hope your doing well, hows the build going?

[@Penazzo]

U should take it to SEMA 2023

[@tommyis13]

Hey Mike. Any updates coming soon?

[@eddiev8148]

My friend where did you go? No more updates?

[@kwamewilliams5608]

Man I haven’t check in months 😮 o that mfker bad ❤

[@richardwroblewski8458]

I have a renegade that I am dying to modify. I dont think I want to go a 5.7 swap haha. All I want is to get maybe 250hp out of my 2.4. I wonder how hard it is to add a simple turbo setup

[@HEMIGADE]

Hell yeah man, just be careful with modifying these things, you might not know when to stop like me lol. I looked into doing a turbo setup on the stock motor, since I figured it would be pretty similar to the SRT4, but from what i could find tuning the ECU was the biggest issue. There was a company a few years ago that offered a kit and tune, but it was like 5K or something. If I could start over on another build I'd probably just do an SRT4 to keep it in the Mopar family and prevent all the fabrication needed to fit a V8, or go Honda K Swap or Chevy Ecotec (since I have a few of those). 250-300hp would be ideal in one of these things, and would make it so much more fun to drive.

[@oimeuchapa7811]

how its going?

[@user-mw1vl7wr3l]

Did you know if you can turn it on?

[@von6272]

When you got update us ? 🙃

[@brianwilson9728]

@mike Martin when's nthe next video?

[@boom4419]

Haven't seen him in months.

[@luisvalverde6952]

Sigo esperando el siguiente video después de 5 meses, que ocurrió 😢

[@ReallionaireAl]

you doing ok bro?

[@HEMIGADE]

Well not that great, but I'm doing a little better today. I just got out of a doctors appointment with some good new finally, so we'll see. I haven't really been able to record anything in a while, but i have spent a couple hours this week actually making progress on the Jeep. It's not much, but at least I'm able to get out there. Thanks for checking in man, I appreciate it!

[@JoshClinton-wo2sz]

What headlights are those?

[@JoshClinton-wo2sz]

I have astigmatism and need really bright headlights for night driving and there are so many options and I have no idea which ones are brighter than the others.

[@niccon.7276]

Hey Mike, I had a question about the adjustable control arms you built. Is there any way I can email you or something to talk to you about them?

[@HEMIGADE]

You can go ahead and ask away. Are you referring to the ones I built for the original air ride setup on the Renegade suspension years ago, or the new setup for the Charger suspension?

[@niccon.7276]

@@HEMIGADE the old air ride suspension is the one I was referring to. My jeep is on the SF Racing coilovers, but there is not camber adjustment or barely much I can do, even with the toe angle. How did do your alignment system?

[@niccon.7276]

@@HEMIGADE I’m about to go to another alignment shop in my area, but the last one said I can’t do much except rotate my tires every 3k miles so my tires don’t wear as much.

[@HEMIGADE]

@@niccon.7276 Front Suspension: For the camber adjustment, when I made the air struts I made the top spindle bolt slotted so I could lean the wheel in more than just regular drilled holes. As far as front toe adjustment, I was able to dial it in with the stock steering linkage. I think I had to keep the adjustable lower control arms about stock dimensions, because the axle would bind if it got too far out of spec. Rear Suspension: I ended up making my own lower linkages to dial in the toe and kick the bottom of the hub out, and also had the slotted top bolt for the spindle mount. I think the slotted upper bolt holes helped a ton, but having adjustable rear toe links is a must for saving the tires. I couldn't find anyone who makes anything for this, but Valkyrie does make adjustable high clearance rear control arms that might help.

[@niccon.7276]

@@HEMIGADE you’re awesome bro I appreciate it tons, I really do. I’ll reply if I have any more questions. Hoping this build goes viral 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@Thiferreira46]

Lol 🔥🔥

[@HEMIGADE]

lol yeah i had a little too much fun editing the intro clip

[@eddiev8148]

When’s the next video bro!!!!

[@Ramonsainz1977]

sigue vivo ??

[@turbo2023]

Don’t ruin the bumper with holes keep it simple clean look 😊

[@HEMIGADE]

Yeah I've been trying to come up with an idea for making a trim piece with openings like the grille, but it probably won't look good. Hopefully I don't need any additional air flow. Well see though.

[@turbo2023]

Best of luck

[@delanceypryor]

Please tell me you have the red eye wide body parts 🤞🏻🥹

[@boom4419]

Where is Mike?!?!

[@boom4419]

Please post something stating all is well

[@HEMIGADE]

I'm still hanging in there, just been a difficult past few months. I have been feeling better lately, so hopefully i can jump back into this project soon. I have a ton of parts gathered since I last posted, so at least there's plenty of work to do lol. Thanks for checking in though, it means a lot.

[@electrifieddev]

Does anyone have any news about Mike? The last time he posted a comment was 3 months ago and there has been no news from him since then. Maybe his health has deteriorated as he hasn't even claimed his KZbin username?

[@HEMIGADE]

Thanks for checking in. I'm actually doing a lot better, and have been spending a couple hours a day the past week or so actually working on this thing. Mostly just tightening up loose ends and cleaning up the mess I left the project in, but I'm finally making progress again. It does feel good to get back to work on something, and hopefully I'll have another video up soon.

[@electrifieddev]

​@@HEMIGADEI'm so happy to hear back from you, I was really worried. That's awesome news! I can't wait to see more updates and exciting progress. Your project is really cool, and I'm super excited about it!

[@hazetrinity66]

Frigging beautiful work bro... im always waiting on your videos. I only follow DDE, whistling diesel, and you! I love your content. I ticks me off that not enough people are subscribing so you can make more content. I was wondering... I might look cool too if you add the same mesh that your facia has on the rings, to the rings you made. Idk, maybe a little something to make it look more "full" whenever you do drive without that bumper cover. Regardless, it looks badass!

[@hazetrinity66]

And yeah, im a few weeks late, but now that I'm working in the oil field, I hardly have time to kill on the phone. Lol Anyway... hope all is well brother

[@HEMIGADE]

@@hazetrinity66 Thanks man, I really do appreciate it! Hopefully once I get this thing running it'll get some more attention, so I can continue to push the limits with this build. There's still so much to do before it gets to where I really want the build to be, but it's going to be a process getting there. You might be onto something, a little mesh would really set off the grille so it doesn't disappear quite so much with everything going on. I feel ya on the work stuff (oil refinery), there's hardly any time to get any progress done in the garage, and with the lift being outside I'm pretty much shut down with any weather or once the sun goes down. Weekends are just about all the chances I've gotten lately, and it's rained the past 5 Saturdays here. Anyways, thanks for following along so far, and for the encouragement to get this thing done!

[@hazetrinity66]

@@HEMIGADE @Mike Martin @Mike Martin yeah man, always! Its pretty cool that you take your time to reply. I know you replied to most of my comments, and I missed one to reply back to you, but I don't want to go through all your videos and comments to find it. Regardless, you've got a shit ton of work done. The best part is that you seem to have all the goodies (tools). Thats dope. How you make that plasma cutter? Would be a cool little video to work on as well, in between your jeep vids. I'm sure I can find something on here, but I prefer watching your content, as I'm sure other do too. Yeah, it'll be pretty cool if you add that or something to the rings. I told my dad about you and your channel a few months ago, explaining what you were up to. So if you do add something, I'll tell my dad, "look! I made that suggestion, and he actually did it." Haha... its whatever though. I can't wait to hear it and watch it run! That thing is frigging badass! Now that I remember, I think I had mentioned something about the nitto 555 g2 tires, how they were trash... I was wrong. For one, your tires are wider than mine. I've got 275/35. And second, my shit was out of alignment because of my worn out rear shocks. They're original, and I like to swing the car lol. So my tires look great from the outside, almost new. But the inside on the tires were all worn to shit, with cables sticking out. Both from and rear. 🤦‍♂️ I had to buy all 4 recently. Hahaha, now it hooks better, but I need shocks all around. Those toyo r888 I mentioned would be over kill for my ride, but you'll probably need them in the future. Say man, you work in a refinery!? Why not build a little shed man! You're a diy'er. Make a video on that shit too! Its content and won't be that expensive. Lol. I would just do the roof to start, or set 4 post, and find a way to weave a heavy duty tarp. Stop playing around hahaha.. I kid... I know you've got priorities. I'm just saying so you can pump out more content, if thats what kills your progress. Alright, I'll stop right here... again, thanks for taking your time to reply. Stay blessed 🤙

[@HEMIGADE]

@@hazetrinity66 Yeah man, I try to keep up with replying to comments, since you guys take time out of your day to reach out, but I do get pretty forgetful sometimes. I do enjoy collecting tools, because I hate not being able to do something or relying on someone else to make parts for me. That's the main reason I started building the CNC plasma table. The table base was built from 2x2 and 2x3 square tubing, all the other parts (linear rails and bearings, stepper motors, control system, stepper drivers, power supplies, switches, etc.) were all pieced together from eBay. I did have to make the Z Axis and gantry for the plasma and router cutters though. It should also be able to cut wood and stuff, but I've never ran it with the router attachment. This thing took me a few years, and a couple different revisions to get here, but it still isn't that great. The program I use to control the motors (Mach3) has been acting up, and just decides to start cutting before it gets to where it should. I have to have my hand on the kill switch ready to stop it. Once I figure out what's wrong I'll probably do a walk through and a build break down on it. I've tried so many things to fix it, but nothing seems to work. I'll have to figure out how to add some mesh to the grille, since I already painted it. I might just have to weld some mesh in there, and re-paint it, or figure out how to bolt some onto the mounting bracket. That's good to know, I don't really have a ton of experience with tires and performance, coming mostly from stance and FWD stuff. I did order a set of Weld wheels, so new beefier rear tires are coming soon, just have to decide on which tires to go with (looking at Nitto NT 555 RII Tires N108-740 P305/45R18). I'm hoping to be able to put the power down and see what it'll do. The build started off just to have fun and do burnouts, but I think this thing might actually have potential to be fast. I do have a concrete slab behind my garage that had a little roof, but last year's hurricane took that down. I've been meaning to rebuild it, and might as well put walls up too, for a little more working area. I really need to wall in my carport area too, and put up some garage doors, so I can have even more room to work on stuff. Finding the time to work on household projects is always difficult, like if there's free time why not work on cars lol.

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You are a true fabricator in every sense of the word! Awesome content!

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Thanks! This is just a hobby for now, but there's something about fabrication that's really rewarding. It's great starting out with raw materials and making a vision come to life.