DIY Flatbed Build, Each Step in My Process

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metaspencer

metaspencer

Күн бұрын

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@ca-so1pv
@ca-so1pv 3 жыл бұрын
a man's dream is to have a workshop like this, full of tools, it's like a toy store for us, good job and congratulations
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
I definitely feel fortunate and lucky ... thanks for checking it out!
@jackw.3480
@jackw.3480 3 жыл бұрын
That's a small work area.
@threeriversforge1997
@threeriversforge1997 3 жыл бұрын
Really great build, and some awesome video work! A bit late to the party, but one tip I can share -- when you use large tubing for the cross-members like that, it pays big dividends to fill them with clean sand before you cap them off. It might not seem like much, but packing them full of builders sand with a cup of oil thrown in.... tremendous difference! The sand adds just a bit of weight over the rear tires, making the ride a lot smoother even when the bed's empty. Better traction year round, smoother ride when you hit bumps, and the oil prevents the tubes from rusting from the inside out. On 3x3 tubing, it'd be no problem to have a couple hundred pounds of sand right over your rear tires.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
What a great idea. In a million years I wouldn't have thought of trapping sand that way, and it would be a real asset. Fortunately with this flatbed, I added tool boxes to the bed so carry considerable weight back there (and a dump trailer 90% of the time). Thanks for the tip!
@kmoss9521
@kmoss9521 2 жыл бұрын
Bless you sir
@threeriversforge1997
@threeriversforge1997 2 жыл бұрын
@@kmoss9521 I hope you find the idea useful. In the blacksmithing world, we fill tubing with sand and oil all the time just because it deadens sound and adds weight to our anvil stands. Nothing worse than hammering away only to have the legs on your anvil stand magnifying the sound! It's also great on power hammer spines because it absorbs vibration and helps keep the machine steady. Mineral oil works perfectly well, but if you have some used engine oil laying around... that's fine, too. Just be sure you weld solid because even single pinhole will let the oil out to play havoc with everything around it. It's extra work to cap both ends, sure, but it's worth it in the long run.
@kmoss9521
@kmoss9521 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 2002 F-150 with the itty-bitty 5’4” bed. You can’t even lay a queen size mattress in it. So I’ve been toying with the idea of putting a steal and wood flatbed on it. Something not too heavy cause it’s a F-150. This video and all the tips in the comments are very useful. God bless you sir’s for using KZbin correctly. Don’t let the BS get you down you’re helping everyday dudes!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a great truck!
@huckfinn8444
@huckfinn8444 3 жыл бұрын
Good call on changing the lights at the rear, love the way you slotted the edges to fit in the planks. What i like most about your build is the real heavy duty, chunky structure of it all and not made of matchsticks like some of the others i have seen here. Your fabricating skills are excellent!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Big thanks for sharing those thoughts. All along I was going for a sort of "overbuilt" look and it ended up both solid and proportionally looking great on the truck. I'm really liking it. Thanks for checking out the video!
@jpontheroad
@jpontheroad 3 жыл бұрын
Love how the dog is already sitting in the cab ready for the next road trip
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Yep, she love that truck as much as I do
@CynicalDad81
@CynicalDad81 4 жыл бұрын
The way you marked out the fender well arc, that was meta. 👌🏻
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 4 жыл бұрын
Haha! Sometimes ya gotta meta-it-up! :)
@lazaromendoza6795
@lazaromendoza6795 3 жыл бұрын
@@metaspencer amazing job looks awsome how much would you say you spent like a rough estimate juss to get an idea on the project was thinking of buying one but after watching this youve inspired to make my own
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
It was about $600-$800 but prices are way higher now for materials
@AlexSomers-d2n
@AlexSomers-d2n 10 ай бұрын
i like the "pop" sound when you turned on the lights at the end and REALLY liked the way the pieces that supported the crossmembers sit beside the frame rails instead of on top of them
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 10 ай бұрын
Thanks buddy- yeah it’s been a great truck
@JoelMoulton
@JoelMoulton Жыл бұрын
Bravo! I'm in the middle of putting together a flat bed, unfortunatley i get basically one day a week for anytime to work on it. This came out gorgeous!! Great job.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer Жыл бұрын
Hey man, one day a week and you'll get it done eventually. Working at that rate sometimes leads to better quality, too. Thanks for checking mine out. It's been a great bed
@DrewandAimeeLemos
@DrewandAimeeLemos Жыл бұрын
Just found your video...3 things: 1. Thank you for taking the time to hit record, edit, and explain. (its a lot of work!) 2. I love the hoist setup you have for moving metal work around. 3. I love that extra room you have outside (or inside?) with gravel. Seems very useful and I like that it has gravel.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer Жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out. The video making takes time for sure, but it also keeps me thinking about what's next as things go along. Much appreciated
@scrapyardgarage119
@scrapyardgarage119 3 жыл бұрын
One of the best flatbed overview build yet
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Big thanks! It’s made the truck so much better
@traviscarr6536
@traviscarr6536 Жыл бұрын
It looks really good, great job. Nothing like that feeling of accomplishment when you do a project and it turns out first-rate like that did. For some reason it made me think of my dad building a tabletop bar for my mom in the basement to put upstairs in the living room. He built it way too big to fit out the doors and it had to stay in the basement/man cave. I think he thought he was slick but that whole act wasn’t fooling my mother.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer Жыл бұрын
Great way to furnish a man cave! I like that story :)
@Amputee4life628
@Amputee4life628 2 жыл бұрын
I seriously appreciate your videos, it really gave me the confidence I needed just to start. I love welding, just always waiting on a chance. Now I realize people won't necessarily give you a chance to do anything, you have to just take it, and move forward in confidence.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely man ... just practice a bit and jump right in there! Nothing quite compares to fabricating something from the raw components. Big thanks!
@FuToo
@FuToo 2 жыл бұрын
Same here, I've always wanted to learn to weld but I keep holding myself back.
@wolverinebear5357
@wolverinebear5357 Жыл бұрын
Harbor freight is your friend when it comes to learning new skills
@saltyberserker4235
@saltyberserker4235 Жыл бұрын
Really appreciate those video. I have had my bed tore off for a month waiting for a plan. I have materials, wood, steal, etc., but I have not been able to et a good plan of action going. This helped tremendously, thank you
@metaspencer
@metaspencer Жыл бұрын
You’re gonna love the new bed!
@jmccracken491
@jmccracken491 3 жыл бұрын
Man, that is one beautiful bed you did a great job building it. Years ago my Dad and I built truck flatbeds and utility trailers. You have the advantage of 4" angle grinder and Mig Welder we had neither Linclon 225 Tombstone welder. Congrats.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
The old tombstone welder! But you got it done. Thanks for the kind words man
@johnm.5848
@johnm.5848 2 жыл бұрын
I must say you went the extra mile to make the bed look neat and tidy. I LIKE IT!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Big thanks! Yeah, it's been a good one
@RexFields
@RexFields 2 жыл бұрын
Great looking shop and well equipped. A good usable shop makes working easier and more efficient. I'm enjoying your channel and projects.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Big thanks! Yeah, there is nothing more valuable in a shop than good space. People think it's all about the tools but space makes all the difference
@azaudi1642
@azaudi1642 2 жыл бұрын
This guy is a BEAST!!! 1 man team!!!! Get it done ✅
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Big thanks man!
@kstinson
@kstinson 3 жыл бұрын
I love the wood planks. Really makes it pop! Great job!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I wasn't sure about the wood until I got it on there ... now I'm lovin' it. Thanks for checking it out
@littlejoey22
@littlejoey22 3 жыл бұрын
Damn fine job. Thanks for filming it.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man. Much appreciated
@UncleStevesWorkshop
@UncleStevesWorkshop Жыл бұрын
Pretty damn impressive build for the limited shop space n tools man! Love the attitude of not tryna make everything perfect and just getting it done. Gonna make my own soon and couldn't do it without studying yours. Cheers internet friend!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer Жыл бұрын
You're gonna love that new bed -- mine completely transformed the truck and it's been an awesome work truck ever since. Big thanks!
@HBE2020
@HBE2020 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve never watched a flatbed install video in all of KZbin. This was so amazing! I should have stayed in Shop class in high school😂😂
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out! Yeah, it was a fun project and it really saved the old truck
@bradleymitchell7758
@bradleymitchell7758 5 ай бұрын
I was very suspicious of the flat back in the beginning, you really did a great job throughout! Looks awesome! 💪
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 5 ай бұрын
Yeah I wasn't sure how it would turn out -- worked out great! thanks for that
@ronthurmond6266
@ronthurmond6266 3 жыл бұрын
Like the garage lights...can apply that myself to my barn
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
I wasn't sure it would work but I like them too ... affordable way to light a big space
@frankszablewskifromsableir1077
@frankszablewskifromsableir1077 2 жыл бұрын
I am very thankful you did what you did on your flatbed. It has inspired me. And to say I will do the same or pretty darn similar as your work on the flatbed. Your plans for sale is a must.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Great to hear. Good luck!
@Conservativegamingplus
@Conservativegamingplus 2 жыл бұрын
Eventually I am putting a Flat bed on my 1973 Chevy P30 Stepvan. Iv already removed the walls and the roof etc. This was a great video to give me Ideas of what to do. I plan on making a Generator mount and air compressor mount etc to go with my flat bed. I might even throw a sleeper cab on because this truck is 27 feet from bumper to bumper. thanks for the ideas.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like an amazing build! Very cool. It’s gonna be amazing
@Conservativegamingplus
@Conservativegamingplus 2 жыл бұрын
@@metaspencer the truck went from weighing 12800lbs to 5800lbs once I removed the roof etc. It's got a ways to go. I plan on rebuilding the windshield as well. sent you an Email of photos.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
@@Conservativegamingplus The pics look great man. It's gonna be awesome
@randyhunter8558
@randyhunter8558 Жыл бұрын
Awesome build.!!! I have the same truck and thinking about getting rid of my aluminum flatbed and fabbing all steel flatbed.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer Жыл бұрын
You're gonna love that new bed!
@hh1h_334
@hh1h_334 2 жыл бұрын
Bad. Ass! Looks more than professional. I have an old 1980 Toyta dolphin with the 1 ton that I want to make a flatbed for. You are definitely the inspiration and motivation I needed to finish it up!!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
You've got a treasure of a truck there! it's gonna be amazing man. thanks!
@hh1h_334
@hh1h_334 2 жыл бұрын
@@metaspencer thank you. First step is sourcing material. Next step is to see if my community college welding course will allow me to use their equipment haha
@johneden7975
@johneden7975 3 жыл бұрын
I was a weldor in my previous life and I am getting ready to do a dump delete and a flat bed fab and install. On ‘Crusty the magical plow truck’. (6,0 psd delete)Grrrrreat looking flatbed, thanks for sharing
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
I just stumbled into this 6.0 PSD with a delete -- and the freakin' truck has really grown on me. As a welder you're gonna knock that flatbed out of the park. It'll be great
@johneden7975
@johneden7975 3 жыл бұрын
@@metaspencer they got a bad wrap from the EGR debacle. But once that gets thrown in the scrap bin, head bolts survive and turbo gets to live too. The auto trans never needs anything and you might have to replace the oil pan once. Mine is an 04 F550, can’t wait! To get that dump off there. Waiting for the snow to stop flying. Crusty has got a Blizzard 8611 plow on it. One swipe driveways! Names John outta rhode island. Planner/engineer for food machines, got a skid and a mini for concrete work and commercial shell fisherman:-) I take a lot of naps!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
@@johneden7975 I coulda used that plow this week around here, but they say the melt is coming. Sounds like you've got some good gear. That truck sounds like the one I shoulda bought for my tree work, but the 350 will have to do for now. Take it easy man
@teeti9401
@teeti9401 26 күн бұрын
Thas some good work. I have truck and someone stole its bed. Now I am looking for a bed but I can't find. I guess I will ask someone to build a customized one. This is very professional.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 26 күн бұрын
You're gonna love it when it's on the road again!
@oilleakalley4990
@oilleakalley4990 7 ай бұрын
I think that “flat mitre” is more satisfying and precise than a regular one!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 7 ай бұрын
I've gotta agree with ya there! :)
@jamesmclean4632
@jamesmclean4632 4 ай бұрын
In the fabrication world we call it a "cope"
@grahamkearnon6682
@grahamkearnon6682 Жыл бұрын
I went with a dumper/dually conversion for a 2003 f250 single cab 4x4. Looks sweet, i got to pimp my ride, well the hay truck anyway. Nice job by the way, up here in Western Canada its cheaper to buy used oil patch flatbeds.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer Жыл бұрын
Sounds like ya got a good truck! I'm looking for a dually ... awesome setup
@ogrocha
@ogrocha 3 ай бұрын
RIGHT ON GOOD JOB, IM THINKING OF DOING THIS 2 MY 75 CHEVY RV CAMPER C30 DUALLY.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 ай бұрын
oh dang that's a nice truck -- it's gonna be sweet with that flatbed
@1waukesha
@1waukesha 3 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! I really like your video, its cut down just right! The end product is Stellar! Good job!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Big thanks! Yeah I’m pretty happy with it
@raywabinga5359
@raywabinga5359 3 жыл бұрын
Looks really good,..really clean!.best flatbed video on KZbin!..
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Big thanks man!
@jerrygibs8120
@jerrygibs8120 2 ай бұрын
Great share. Appreciate the information and your thoughts along with your creative expertise. Keep it coming. Looking forward to your next video. Stay safe, healthy, strong, discerning and successful. Blessings and prayers to you and family in Jesus's Mighty Name. ☝🙏🙌💪👊
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for checking out the build!
@jkridd2579
@jkridd2579 3 жыл бұрын
That is one of the sexiest flatbeds I’ve ever seen! Amazing work!! Amazing
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Big thanks! It turned out great and somehow is also a joy to drive. Lots of fun. Thanks for checking it out!
@masonlutz1937
@masonlutz1937 3 жыл бұрын
bro this guy has his plans on a seperate website and sells them, what a genuis. Also great work, i plan to build a flat bed and will use this for inspiration. Great video.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out! Yer gonna love that new flatbed you build
@laughton57
@laughton57 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice work... I have a 1998 Chev Cheyenne K2500 4x4 with only 37K miles and zero rust. 350/ 4spd AOD/3:73 gears. I want to make a flatbed out of it. 2" lift. bigger wheels and tires to improve looks and maybe mileage - bigger tires will change the gear ratio for better mileage I hope. I have some friends who operate a sawmill in N. WI. I used to sell logs to their dad back in the day. I can get rough sawed white oak for the bed from them. II really want to do it - I'm too old to do it myself - got some medical issues too. Age and economy (high gas prices) - we'll see. I sure like the look of a flatbed pickup truck. I really like this one in the video.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
That oak sounds AMAZING! You'll get it done I bet ... great truck you have there
@tonyserrato1757
@tonyserrato1757 3 жыл бұрын
That home made gantry is awesome I have two chain hoist just sitting in a box I need to build something like that
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Big lag bolts to the rafters seems to work… thanks man
@kyleagnew6466
@kyleagnew6466 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the design inspiration! Loving the way my flatbed turned out.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Cool to hear that you built one! That's awesome man
@f0rmatPlayz
@f0rmatPlayz 2 жыл бұрын
Wanting to build one for my 90s dually awesome video
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Oh that dually would be great with a flatbed! You're gonna love everything about it except for the higher materials costs these days
@stevewilliams6354
@stevewilliams6354 2 жыл бұрын
Much better than store bought nice job
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Big thanks! yeah, it's been great
@vendetta1306
@vendetta1306 2 жыл бұрын
Money, my dream for a welding truck is a 12 valve swapped k3500 with a custom flatdeck. Nice video!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
That sounds like a nice truck to dream about! You'll get it
@stevenorsinelli4029
@stevenorsinelli4029 2 жыл бұрын
Holly God, that is just awesome!!!!!!!!!!! You are an amazing craftsman. Man the video was great, the editing perfect and the final product was just amazing...I could build this from just watching your video! GreaT JOB PAL
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Woah! Nice of you to say. Yeah it really saved the truck and made it perfect for my work. Thanks man!
@BRIDGEBURNERSTV
@BRIDGEBURNERSTV 3 жыл бұрын
Another thing I’ve wanted to do for a while. Incredible job.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out! Yeah, I was thinking about it for the while and the right messed up truck came into my life :)
@aviatorblc
@aviatorblc 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant !! Beautiful work. Excellent videography.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Oh that's so nice to hear! Big thanks! :)
@ThePheonix2009
@ThePheonix2009 3 жыл бұрын
Looks like the one I built 30 years ago for my 65 Chevy. Nice job.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
65! Sounds like a beauty
@reyes8444
@reyes8444 Жыл бұрын
Love your shop! simple and organize and capable!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer Жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy! It's always great to have a space ya know :)
@ljprep6250
@ljprep6250 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, that's gonna be a real work truck! (after noticing the 2 D-rings at the back) ;) Thompson's? (OMG) Get some spar varnish or they'll rot in a week. When they rot out, get some nice fumed white oak to replace it. Lovely, lovely stuff, and beautiful when fumed dark. All in all, a pretty nice, clean build. Kudos.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out. Yeah, it's my daily work truck and so far it's taken everything I throw at it ... and drop on it ... and spill on it. Those ideas for the deck are great. Just gotta see how long the existing wood lasts :)
@dontcare3430
@dontcare3430 3 жыл бұрын
Good choice on the light change. IMHO.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Yeah, dodged a bullet there and glad it worked out
@andrewcoyne4387
@andrewcoyne4387 3 жыл бұрын
Hi mate, jus t want to say, beautiful work, quite the inspiration, will share when I finish mine. Thank you for spending the time to edit this.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Big thanks! Cool to hear you are building one!!
@modernimprovements1955
@modernimprovements1955 3 жыл бұрын
Man you are a beast you are very gifted
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking out the build
@OutdoorHanaHou
@OutdoorHanaHou 2 ай бұрын
Love the video. Not bad for a single man crew 🔥🔥👍🏼👍🏼
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 ай бұрын
Yeah it's been pretty great ... thanks
@eamonnmckeown6770
@eamonnmckeown6770 3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome. I'd love to have a small classic pickup with a flatbed and if possible a boom crane for lifting motorcycles onto. Kind of like how in Europe their wreckers lift a car onto.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Great idea! I just got a used crane and will put it on my truck or trailer. Love the possibilities
@finlay230
@finlay230 3 жыл бұрын
great build, and great style of vid, no BS, love it !!!!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Big thanks! I definitely had fun with it
@jimhuskins8506
@jimhuskins8506 11 ай бұрын
You built a good looking bed.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 11 ай бұрын
Thanks buddy!
@johncarro5755
@johncarro5755 2 жыл бұрын
That is a damn beautiful bed!!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Big thanks!! It’s been great on the truck
@rtz549
@rtz549 3 жыл бұрын
Turned out real clean 👍
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, I'm lovin' it. Thanks man
@popapoco
@popapoco 3 жыл бұрын
Yup, nothing wrong with that, id buy one, new subscriber.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent. Big thanks!
@kingtut5923
@kingtut5923 Жыл бұрын
Top shelf job, I'm sure people are going to call you.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer Жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out!
@philliphinkle2812
@philliphinkle2812 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome bed. I love flat beds but don’t have a need for one. I have the same truck so maybe I’ll just do it. Even though I don’t need it
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Need!? Doing it for fun sounds like a good enough rationale for me :) Thanks for checking it out, man
@SachaKornMusic
@SachaKornMusic 2 жыл бұрын
Well done Body! Really good work! Looks too. Greetings from Germany
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
I haven't been to Germany in a while ... I recall seeing some cool Amaroks there. thanks for checking it out!
@raycom4t
@raycom4t 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice! You're gifted.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Big thanks! The truck has been amazing with that new bed
@reillystsb
@reillystsb 3 жыл бұрын
I love it it is a work of art...... I need one for my 03 F550.....
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
550! Now that's a truck!
@deanscreekranch
@deanscreekranch 3 жыл бұрын
So as someone who just backed up into an oak tree while looking at his wife’s butt, I’ve folded up the bumper pretty good on the 2004 Silverado. Basically, it’s time to get the bent up bed off and go with a flatbed. Yours is by far the best DYI flatbed I’ve seen so far. Great job.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
The good news is you have a good marriage. That's the important thing. As for the truck, my condolences ... you're gonna love the new flatbed once you build it :)
@deanscreekranch
@deanscreekranch 3 жыл бұрын
@@metaspencer hahahah.
@kimbowbell9682
@kimbowbell9682 3 жыл бұрын
Painting over mill scale good for a long lasting paint job.Rust never sleeps.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
haha ... good thing I sanded the whole thing down with a flap disc. phew!
@marcosmendez8809
@marcosmendez8809 3 ай бұрын
I’d spend all my days in my shed if it was like that
@trevermarco9206
@trevermarco9206 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, I'm still looking around but I think I will buy these plans. Maybe a chainfall too lol I'm getting too old to hulk things around like I used too.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
I vote YES on the chainfall. :) thanks man
@williamodom2698
@williamodom2698 3 жыл бұрын
Great job looks like it came from the factory
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Big thanks! Yeah, it's been a great addition to the truck
@ScottyRockz253
@ScottyRockz253 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Looks Amazing! Well Done!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for having a look! it's definitely been nice
@edwinpagan1290
@edwinpagan1290 Жыл бұрын
Excelente video , Fort Puerto Rico USA Beatiful flatvet
@metaspencer
@metaspencer Жыл бұрын
Big thanks!
@jay08641
@jay08641 9 ай бұрын
That explosion at 6:59 almost made me spit Coke through my nose LOL Great video. Nice bed.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 9 ай бұрын
hahaha ... it was one of those POW moments :)
@marklengal9990
@marklengal9990 3 жыл бұрын
Slick job on putting the wood. I like 👍
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Big thanks man! Yeah, I'm happy with how it turned out
@pyro_angler
@pyro_angler 3 жыл бұрын
Great work. Only thing missing is d rings on the side to strap stuff down
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
I ended up putting storage boxes on it so no rings. Thanks for checking it out!
@troytreeguy
@troytreeguy 3 жыл бұрын
Came out really slick! I don’t know much about the weather in Illinois, a bed of mine with tube cross members rotted out fast because rain followed the deck bolts in and it had no way out. I should have put drain holes in mine. I really dig the clean lines.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Drain holes! I'm thinking I'll need a few of those. So far I've been trying to see where water and mud build up ... if I find the time this summer, I should pull the bed and see what needs updating. I see that pic of the blue Ford on your channel: similar setup! woohoo
@riancallahan9685
@riancallahan9685 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome build. I’m using your idea as inspiration for an all wood version. I’m a woodworker and really enjoy my craft.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
All wood flatbeds can be great! I saw one yesterday here in town and it was awesome. Good stuff man
@poucedeleon
@poucedeleon 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Your bed came out really nice.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out!
@mcr9b6
@mcr9b6 2 жыл бұрын
Hi yep very nice. My only thought would be to make the front frame behind the cab a bit wider so that if you do carry lengths of timber, steel or whatever on top and a piece was to slide off it would run down the angled sides (that would also stick out a bit beyond the width of the cab) instead of hitting the cab. Hope that makes sense haha. Nice though love to have the gear you have.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
I see what you mean there. Good idea. As is it's been a great flatbed on the job
@Kallaus_built
@Kallaus_built 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing you were able to build that for 800$ i built one for my 07 dodge dually and have around 1600$ in mine but that was 3-4 years ago before steel prices got crazy! Amazing video editing skills too btw!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
yeah prices have skyrocketed! I've heard from a few guys lately that they've spent over $2k building a flatbed for their trucks. And dang, used trucks are super expensive now! I think I paid $3k for that one .. inflation!
@azranger4
@azranger4 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely Beautiful
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out!
@MrStroker408
@MrStroker408 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome build. It's almost too nice to use.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Big thanks! I felt that way at first ... but now it's all broken in :)
@c50ge
@c50ge 3 жыл бұрын
I really like that the bed doesn’t hang out past your cab
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man. I played around the the size of it quite a bit before building it and wanted to make it fit with this exact truck and the work I do ... seems to have worked out.
@evadevries2952
@evadevries2952 3 жыл бұрын
YES! Thank you for pointing that out. I couldn't figure out why I likes the design so much better than others I've seen. Such a clean look.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
@@evadevries2952 Big thanks
@awfab3517
@awfab3517 6 ай бұрын
I feel like I should make it lighter gauge for my f150 or be prepared to buy air bags most of all when I go fire wood cutting. The stock bed feels like tin foil
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 6 ай бұрын
Yep thinner stack makes sense
@AM-dn4lk
@AM-dn4lk 2 жыл бұрын
That was a very nice build. Thank you for sharing it.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out! It's been a great truck
@emmetthoffman593
@emmetthoffman593 2 жыл бұрын
Know I’m late to the party but you better build me one of these when I get my own truck 😆😆
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Gotta do it! Yeah!
@chriscolameco6850
@chriscolameco6850 10 ай бұрын
Just bought the plans, gonna download it when I get home. Can I make this wider with the same ones?
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 10 ай бұрын
Oh yeah the design is super flexible. Just extend your base supports and you'll be all set. You're gonna love that new bed
@Fred_Durst1
@Fred_Durst1 3 жыл бұрын
any ideas for the same build but without a headache rack? or what to do instead of a headache rack? awesome build btw - thanks
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
I was just chatting with a guy in Indiana who built this bed, using my plans, but left off the headache rack ... it looked cool. His plan is to add a short, 1/2 high headache rackish type thing by the cab, but that's it. So yeah, there are a lot of ways to do it
@JeffPepe22
@JeffPepe22 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful build. Wow.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer Жыл бұрын
Thanks man ... yeah, it's been a great work truck
@pro272727
@pro272727 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, your video has helped me out a lot. Almost done with my truck bed.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Most excellent! You're gonna love it. Totally great
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
I’d love to see a pic!
@pro272727
@pro272727 3 жыл бұрын
@@metaspencer kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2a0k2qoiZKMhsU I got a lot done since but here is what it looked like few days ago. Tomorrow I sand for painting.
@brianherron5400
@brianherron5400 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice, those lights look a lot better 👌
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out. Yeah, the round ones were a good choice. :)
@carolinegray3150
@carolinegray3150 4 жыл бұрын
Happy new year to you and your wife
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Caroline. Same to you guys
@nickabel8279
@nickabel8279 3 жыл бұрын
All the videos I've watched on bed removal. That was a first
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
haha ... ya know, I thought about pulling the bed off carefully and all that but the dang thing just had to go! :) thanks for checking it out
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent man. Gettin it done
@rodneyedwards9006
@rodneyedwards9006 2 жыл бұрын
OUT OUTSTANDING GOING TO TRY IF STEEL EVER GO'S DOWN
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah those dang prices have been CRAZY
@colestaples2010
@colestaples2010 2 жыл бұрын
Pretty good build
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out! The truck has been great with that bed on there
@redbudfarm
@redbudfarm 4 жыл бұрын
The Spencemobile is rockin! Those round taillights just make it. Great job! What new skill you learning in 21? Happy New Year!! 🥂🍾
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 4 жыл бұрын
First skill of 2021 has gotta be plasma cutting ... I'm still super rough with it but have some shop furniture planned that'll school me. After that, who knows right? :) Big thanks!
@pablop9495
@pablop9495 3 жыл бұрын
Love it i would've made it wider than thentruck though for my personal purposes of course
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
I've heard a few people say wider but the width is perfect for my boxes and wagon ... thanks for checking it out!
@sHaRiL-ih6mb
@sHaRiL-ih6mb 3 жыл бұрын
Good job men.,.i love your works..
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Big thanks! That means a lot
@gen19musicchannel35
@gen19musicchannel35 2 жыл бұрын
Looks great man!
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking it out!
@lawnandlight
@lawnandlight 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome build. I wish I would have had your plans when we built ours last year
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you got it done! Thanks for checking out my build
@amadormora2452
@amadormora2452 Жыл бұрын
Excellent work 🤘🏻🤘🏻
@metaspencer
@metaspencer Жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy. it's been a great truck
@c-joneslawntree3852
@c-joneslawntree3852 3 жыл бұрын
Phenomenal build man! Great video & clips too, very easy to watch and enjoy. Thanks for sharing & absolutely great call changing those lights out! 🤣
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Good to hear it. I'm loving that truck in soooo many ways
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