Home Garage Body Swap! - No Lift, No Rotisserie, No Brain, NO PROBLEM! 1955 Chevy Nomad

[@Murphy-fo6tz]

Definitely not the most aesthetically pleasing thing I’ve ever seen but definitely much safer than the last body swap. Thanks for not being squashed like a bug in front of your Mom. I don’t see you putting Norm Abram out of a job anytime soon.

[@kodak_jack]

Hopefully you’ll be back in time to put a real paint job on it before he decides it just needs a Black Widowish paint job.

[@DC_ABC_123]

People have been yanking bodies and engines for over 100 years with wood. Of course... Some of that wood is now 100 years old...

[@bwsgarage]

Mur, it was dark, but I got a pretty good look at the guy who took your wood!

[@bryanevans2500]

Remember don't put anything on the internet that can incriminate you.

[@OzMike]

That gantry was a "Dan Special" Looked like junk but worked a treat. ;D ha ha

[@brendasnook9676]

Believe Jerry Brewer from Tilton Illinois owned this car in 1982 or around that time ,he actually put the lace on the side

[@Rollormotor]

Dani did an excellent job swapping out the chassis, glad she could show Dan how to do it the easy way. Great video, glad no Murr's were harmed in the making of this video. thanks for sharing

[@WilliamPhillips65-69]

You two are impressive. You adapt and overcome the limitations of a small garage. Thank you for the inspiration !!

[@jack002tuber]

That's how they did it in the old days. Dani is sure handy with that bobcat.

[@kevinshiley9061]

One thing you have that I don't is the floor mounted winch. That's a nice, handy piece.

[@jillkimmel4763]

That's what I call getting it DONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DAMM NICE WORK

[@armondoborjas4362]

Well Dan & Dani. That went smoothly 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Dani is regularly Heavy equipment operator. She needs a raise 💲💲💲 we all learned again 👍🏻👍👍👍👍😎

[@johnpola6810]

You could pull engines with your winch by putting a pulley atop your frame you made that look easy

[@holgers5216]

the DIY 'marriage'...body to chassis...awesome guys, well done!!

[@timerickson7056]

a million years ago before harbor freight. cherry pickers were extremely EXPENSIVE and hard to find . I built a A frame to do A motor swap . I built mine from 12 4x4 lol 5 years later I threw another 4x4 across the top and swapped a 8v71 Detroit with it.iwhen so far as to put wheels on it .

[@rmilne439]

Slick job on the hoist good job

[@normstephens8354]

Back 40 years ago before engine hoists and gantry cranes were common ... we'd put 4x4 posts in the garage rafters to attach our chain hoists to and would pull our engines that way. A long 4x4 post would distribute the weight. I'd still weld some hooks on the bucket of that Bobcat ... it will make hooking up a lot easier.

[@diggerdog9096]

Dani ,, impressive. Now we know the brains behind the operation.

[@georgeparker7409]

Such a pleasure to see man/wife work together.

[@dougavis927]

Thanks for the help !!! Murr, he is so cool , and Dani, what a body swap !!! hope Dan enjoyed laying on the couch, lol

[@deancooper6300]

You should be pretty bloody proud of yourself Dan, rust to riches in 2 weeks. Absolute gun effort!👍🇦🇺🇨🇦

[@Wooley689]

I knew it! Dani really does all the work; Dan is just an actor pretending to work on cars.

[@williamoliver8883]

You’ve redeemed yourself bigly Dan! I’m no longer angry about your cutting up of one sedan delivery!

[@jamesmallory2843]

That's what I call a positive body image

[@travislandsman]

awesome engineering

[@danboutin8700]

Like a glove!!! Great video 👍🏻

[@charleslinville7555]

Improvise and overcome that is the American way. Even in far North America. Glad that all three of us are Americans. For your hard work and being wonderful People We give you honorary Citizenship in The United States of America. May you be blessed

[@randomyank7777]

LMFAO ! Go Dani ! Not bad guys ! Got her swapped with the tires on ! Yes Dan , those nuts do mean something ! It means it won't fall apart when you move it ! Really coming together , that body is so solid now . Well done , folks ! Awesome job , & outstanding ingenuity ! Houston , the Eagle has landed ! SO COOL !

[@michaelguinn5736]

D & D, wow!! The Nomad has come a long ways...you've taken a huge piece of junk & made a worthy car out of it.... good job man!!! Be safe, God Bless!!!

[@rockystanaitis2908]

Last episode you said "cold garage floor". Buddy of mine used a mobile home furnace to heat his garage. The heat blows out the bottom. He got a used one for free and changed the jets to run natural gas. (was propane) Set it on some bricks in the corner. Warmest garage I have ever worked in. A guy could find one with the A/C too. Thank you both for doing these videos. I look forward to every episode.

[@Jimsathome]

100% improvement over last time! Safety should always come first. I think Dan and Dani had a low stress day with this method. (Except for the midnight heist at Mur's place...I was shocked the neighbors didn't call the RCMP!)

[@healey100austin]

What a difference,New frame,quarters,floor and arches.Brill 😎😎😎😎😎😎😎

[@johnconnell1424]

Dan you've got a great talented woman there nice job Danni❤️

[@kyleflamand277]

It looks so good outside.👍👍👍

[@PainterDee]

I totally forgot that you chassis swapped that car, but remember watching clearly now (still the heightened anxiety due to the frame horn and loader bucket proximity😂) man 2yrs ago.. time flies when you’re havin fun!

[@suewatson1912]

And they always wondered how the Egyptians moved the stone for the pyramids. Necessity is the mother of invention. Great team work. Great video.

[@Vet-7174]

Amazing job !!! Good Vid n Dani should operate Cranes an Snow Plows 🖒🖒🖒

[@apere003]

Can't wait to see the wagon finished

[@gtocruisn]

You are building one of my all time favorite rides! So happy to see you building a Nomad!

[@robbieautrey3158]

Nice job on the chassis swap Dan, Nomad looks great sitting outside with the fenders on it. I think Danny is a Diva and she sure is good with that Bobcat.. Keep up the good work.

[@michaelegan8703]

Great video Dan and dani

[@haroldrogers6083]

That in garage winch is the nutts , great A-frame .

[@study650]

Wow, way better than last time. The Nomad is beginning to look like a car, again. Great work.

[@rorymunroe3771]

all new metal, no filler makes it a NOMUD...and it's lookin' good nice teamwork too..

[@terryeustice5399]

Your staying on top of this job. Even with adverse weather. Thank you for sharing!

[@bigbellyrebuilds2778]

Wow that's great how your wife did all the work while you was being camera man. Awesome.

[@williamroberts4049]

I bet you're neighbors just love you two 👍😎

[@george8718]

That A-frame is how the Egyptians built the pyramids, they could only wish for a chain fall 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@mightymikethebear]

The home made A frame made the body swap much safer. Injuries take time to heal and may inhibit your ability to work in the future. You created a win-win situation. Cheers!!

[@frankschwartz7405]

As 1,000 viewers, holding their breath, watched every second of this procedure with rapt attention. Nice job Dani (and Dan)

[@curtiswatkins4909]

You motivated me to do some work on my 1965 mustang today. Keep on teaching and aspiring other gearheads to get done themselves.

[@stevecr8934]

Good Job Dani. The right way to swap bodies. Murr wont mind if you replace that wood and the fact that you were safer. Sometimes a plan comes together.

[@Leo-vf3py]

Work of art for sure

[@matthewborne7659]

I was gonna wrench on my car....then I heard the notification that Dan had dropped a new video ! Watched that instead ! Thanks Dan

[@kenmurray4232]

That was much better than the ragtop swap. Looking good.

[@byrnejr]

If your limited to the tools in your tool box, there is no reason to even get out of bed in the morning . Necessity is the mother of invention! Nice job Danny my boy! How about a guest appearance from Murr? The times a father spends with his children you can’t put a price on.

[@mikedavis1069]

Judging from the lace paint job on the passenger door, the last time this car saw any action was back in the 70's.

[@robertmedsker5305]

Nice intro.. dani has it down...

[@keithreilly386]

Dannie the bobcat queen

[@bryanheitz9023]

Awesome job!

[@666MrSully]

Dan, Your living your dream!

[@rockiecollins4412]

Nice work. Probably one of the best back from the dead ever.

[@c.d.england8217]

You have it figured out Dan, a body swap is no problem for you now, great job man

[@markbrown6236]

Nice safe job this time. Looks great Dan. Special reconnection to Dani for the great intro, Bob'catting, and winch work. You guys make a great team.

[@RichardSmith-um4js]

The FrankenNomad is coming along. Very innovative solution for a lift. Well done.

[@jamesglenn2006]

The prices at Mur Lumber can't be beat. The Nomad is gonna be a driver soon. Awesome job saving another one Dans. Easy on Peg's banner Dan.😁

[@pasisalomaki6402]

Hi you 2, been watching your channel for a long time. I appreciate your attitude, ethics and humor. Great value for the time. Inspiring to watch.

[@zachfender8693]

Way easier than the rag top you guys did awesome keep up the great work Dan and Dani

[@davidwood1923]

It's so Easy... Even a Caveman can do it. Hey hey... Looking Good. Thanks for Sharing

[@rogerarmstrong8893]

Daniel you definitely have a ton of Bobcat bravado. Dan shes a keeper.

[@bwsgarage]

Much Safer than the convertible! Nicely done. Calm and steady. You've got the gantry now!

[@torekristoffersen176]

Go get ‘em Dan and Dani! Awesome work! The new wooden A frame is a great idea! Put some harbor freight rollers on that (some that the wheels can lock) and that would be perfect!

[@RhinosRestomods]

A little backyard engineering, no problem

[@dirkmichaluk3270]

DD Speed Shop lifts now available!

[@keithroute8906]

That is the way to do it. Way to go Dan and Dani.

[@mikecsokuly3122]

Love the opening and also love that you read the comments and respond

[@L.A55]

You do good work Dan !. Nomad lookin sweet

[@kevinl.2291]

That was awesome much easier than last time and safer. Man your kicking butt on this one. Won’t be long we will be cruising with you. 👍😎✌️

[@brianandlindafairchild1237]

Won't be the same when you guys move to your new shop. Change is good and it'll be so much nicer and more efficient. You'll be churning out cars like Detroit used to do in no time. I think it's safe to say we're all super happy for you two.

[@morgansword]

Dan, don't ya wish that you would of done this a few cars sooner. Even repairs to the floor pan and the body would be a trifle easier. Got yourself a good lady Dan. So many won't put on a jacket and come keep ya company so shes a winner in my book. I honestly believe in my heart that this next two years, things are going to get better economically. All the way to a rotisserie maybe. I seen a guy use a part of a fire extinguisher holder and mount it to a sawsall blade, one of the long ones an then he slipped a can of spray paint in it and wowzer, it shakes the piss out of it! Just thought I'd share that with you.

[@richfletcher4279]

Dude! Your black 57 snow plow was on my google homepage. NICE!

[@J_R_Shop]

I like this method better than the last time! You're getting it done!

[@allenbeaulieu7077]

Genius and assistant at work. Fantastic job!! Big Al.

[@gregpiecuch3802]

Dan you really did this the hard way! When I took the frame off my 55 Chevy I used four jack stands under the outer body mounts and took the rear end out then just pulled the frame out the front.

[@marcusharader3648]

You guys are awesome and I hope that you keep the nomad cause you are a true trifive Guy I was too

[@davidlang9939]

CONGRATS -- UV GOT THAT DISTINCTIVE CLASSIC BEAUTY NOMAD LOOK GOING NOW!!

[@jackiedonaldson7718]

There’s always a way! Looking good! “Stay tuned “

[@jayhicks3435]

That would be handy on next floor replacement.

[@kevinshiley9061]

It's really shaping up!! Going to be a really cool ride. I'm always amazed at the amount of work you get done!!

[@XCHANGEDAVE]

Wow you really kicked butt on that one oh, you guys are awesome. Great teamwork Makes the Dream Work

[@michealfigueroa6325]

Body bolts and biscuits and this project is over the "hump" great job and "congrads to a team"

[@MrOilcountry]

My adage. KIS. Keep it Simple. You have a good hand on it. Love the Nomad.

[@stanleyfanning5316]

Alot better than last time. Good job Dani.

[@regunter6599]

I made a set out of 1 1/4" pipe uprights and a piece of pipe about 6" long welded on top of each upright with holes close to the ends with nuts welded to it big enough for a piece 1 1/2" pipe to go across and pulled an engine and trans with no problem. I used it outside, I put a piece of c channel across the bottom and some angle iron for gussets. The 3/8 bolts that held the cross pipe were probably the weakest link but it worked and then didn't take much time to take down and store. I ended up trading it to a buddy who needed it for something or another. You could just take yours back to your father's house and he can use it for a swing set.

[@Nova.1971]

That swap worked out great and it looked a lot safer this time!!!

[@anthony84vette]

Your last video with the Christmas tree on the 55 with the plow was hilarious but spot-on for the era, but one thing not right nobody had long hair like that in the 50s....LOL love your content keep it coming..........

[@lewisquick8394]

Good job, sure made it look as easy as possible. Looks much more like a whole car now.

[@tmackinator]

When I did my Goat, I put the engine hoist in through the door. With chains in strategic locations it balanced so well that I just had someone steady the body at the back corner with one hand while I lifted it, rolled the chassis in with body mounts in place and lowered it onto the frame easy peasy.

[@terrymott8581]

Nice job! Kinda funny how around 17:15 the sun showed up, as if tada!

[@josealfredocuevas]

Dan you and Danielle did an excellent job!! your skills are getting better every time. That was a brilliant idea what you did, so much smoother than when you swapped out the frame on the convertible, looks amazing the '55 nomad, you really made it come a long way good job on that can't wait to see it when you're finished 👍🏼👏🏼💥

[@matthewfocke5360]

Dani is a card...A real Joker. A little added comic relief/drama and sarcasm with her killer Bobcat driving skills. A stellar performance!... The Queen of Tri-5's.

[@danspak1671]

TWO D'S!!! DYNAMIC DUO!!! GREAT JOB! OUTSTANDING!

[@staceyrenner5418]

Well that settles it, Dani needs to do the intro for the videos from now on. Great job on the swap, went pretty damn smooth. Those wheels are bloody perfect.

[@maxrensberger9856]

Yep..in the day many a used swing set was used..then moved back for the kids...way to go Dan..n I'm good with that...thanks