420cc Predator powered articulating 4X4 dump truck build part 11

Part 11 building a 4x4 mini articulating tractor. I’m using all Subaru drive train and a 420cc 12HP Predator engine to move this 4wd machine. In this video I start on ROPs, build a roof, make a tool box holder and mount a ammo box.
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[@jimmac521]

I'm going to be sad when this series is done. It's been such a great build

[@WildChild8080]

Agreed, I could enjoy one of these but the time alone is daunting.

[@tannerpowell6525]

Hey now, he still needs to make it street legal, add a dual fuel system, and install air conditioning.

[@Mikefestiva]

korey Okeene Haha hey Korey for a kid that only have BS video games posted on your channel you really don’t have any ground to stand on when it comes to design and fabrication. You have no clue what it takes to actually build something like this.

[@WildChild8080]

@@Mikefestiva Mike, this kid is a troll that will never build something as amazing as you have. The design and parts use are stunning. You have shown that you are an accomplished engineer and fabricator. Brush the haters off while you cruise around your property in a purpose built machine that completely fits your needs!

[@ricardopereira771]

The amount of talent in Just one person is really amazing... Cnc... welding...working metal...mechanic... Playing drums...your the man 🤘👌

[@WhiskeyGulf71]

Ricardo Pereira It's not "your the man" it's "you're the man" shortened from "you are" but otherwise i couldn't agree more 👍🏼

[@ricardopereira771]

@@WhiskeyGulf71 sorry for the mistake... My english is rusted since hi school here in Portugal...

[@bitsandpeace]

Another Awesome video! And, I personally don't think you could make a video too long for me. I just had to comment again because I truly - absolutely - for real - totally enjoy and appreciate your videos and your realness. You are the real deal. Thank you again!

[@perrinromney4555]

Grew up on the olympic peninsula, been gone for 10 years. It's always a come-home moment to see these videos and see how utterly washingtonian you are. Trails, woodsheds, oxalis, the accent, firewood for days... Love it all. Way to represent!

[@metricstormtrooper]

This is by far my favourite and the best built vehicle I have followed on KZbin. I'm not interested in hot cars.

[@waiakalulu3501]

I watch a lot of build videos. A lot. And, I have to say this series is awesome. In the past I'd be silly enough to try and build one just like it, but I've since learned NEVER to mistake a KZbinr's skills with my own abilities. One day, though, I hope to have the combination of skills (and gumption!) to make something like this. Totally awesome! In the meantime, I have a lot of practicing to do. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on thank you for checking out my build 👍 well if you ever decide to build something like this look over my videos and learn from my mistakes 😂 The biggest is 8:1 gearing, I too have learned so much from this project. Thanks for commenting 👍

[@bud1412]

Mike, another great project. As a result of watching all of your videos, I just bought a Hobart 210MVP MiG welder, which is great but at 81 years old my wife thinks I am crazy. O well you can’t take it with you. Your mountain goat is really a clever build, you continue to amaze me.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Chuck! Congrats on buying a MIG welder 👍 at any age you can have fun working on projects!

[@designandbuild3953]

I was just asking myself, what has been missing in my life...out comes the drum solo, problem solved! Love the name and the logo! Off to Tee Spring, later.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for always checking out my videos! I really appreciate it and always enjoy reading your comments 🙂👍

[@mikeloomer-4453]

Hey Mike, thanks for the drum break and sharing this rugged build with us.

[@denniscooper6328]

Oh thank God. I was starting to lose my mind due to lack of articulating dump truck videos.

[@ChristopherSalisburySalz]

Such a cool vehicle! With that music at the begining and your easy going personality I half expected you to sit down and change you shoes and put on a sweater!

[@Mikefestiva]

Haha 😂

[@InsidiousDr9]

You could do a VW-Bug style heater box for winter. 80 years from now. "Weird barn find. We don't know much about the manufacturer - but this 'predator' engine was very common, let's see if we can get it to run'..."

[@Upliftyourbrothers]

Insidious DrNine do a ‘diesel parking heater’

[@davidhelgeson6997]

@@Upliftyourbrothers I believe that is what he has in mind they are simple and affordable

[@ollilehtonen6764]

Can't wait for Mustie1's grandson to start making vids.

[@foghornstation4118]

This was the most soothing thing to watch. Seriously like stress relief.

[@Mikefestiva]

Foghorn Station Thanks 😊 I really appreciate it!

[@Military-Museum-LP]

Having a brake in a shop is a game changer. I really would love to have a machine like this in my shop.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for always checking out my videos! I really appreciate it 🙂 Yes the brake is a tool I wish I had years ago!

[@Military-Museum-LP]

I see this machine being used and it’s so nice plus the fact you made it!! I can’t tell you enough how impressed I am of this project.

[@mayor_azusastreetriders3790]

One of my favorite builds on youtube! Great fabrication and ingenuity. 👍

[@krissfemmpaws1029]

Mike very nice work. I have a tip for you to use when folding up boxes that are going to be welded. Drill a hole in the sheet where the corners will meet. The rule is it be the same as the inside bend radius centered on the corner. I use 3 times the metal thickness for the hole. The reason for the hole is you are not crushing metal when you are bending. The hole also helps prevent cracking at the corners when bending. You can make the holes bigger for use as a drain hole for things like you are doing.

[@terryfromsouthcarolina4601]

Mike, get on McMaster-Carr and get a few lengths of pure copper bar stock and rounds. If you had been able to back that gap up with some copper bar it would have been easy-peasy and would have had a nice square corner inside with no melt through. The aluminum and steel will not stick to the copper if you keep it dirty and not polished. A bit of anti-spatter spray helps too. Once you get used to having copper around the more uses you find. My favorite trick is repairing a wallowed out key way. Just make a piece to fit in the key seat, clamp it down and fill in the crater beside it. Make sure to leave enough to get some pliers or pry bar on to get it out because it will stick a little. Usually a bit of hand filing on the key seat and diameter of the shaft is all that's needed. I have done this on shafts and even gears. It was a huge timesaver in plant maintenance when time was critical. Beautiful work as usual, stay safe and I will be looking forward to the next video! Terry from South Carolina

[@Bri-tg6xr]

Love the logo! Thanks Julie! This is such a great build, such an underated build, its up there with RBW and GHPC's builds.

[@JulieGulie]

Thanks for the shout out 😁👍

[@dharmacole]

It has come together so nicely! Really enjoyed the build. Looking forward to the side by side build. Keep up the good work.

[@JakeItsTheCops]

I really like the helpful tips you throw out every once in a while, keep em’ coming!

[@markbuilt]

Wow so impressed with your build . When I was a kid my Dad brought home a 4x4 thing called a Coot . It was ugly but it would go anywhere including backing up a tree and standing it on its nose . This the first video I've seen , you got me interested think I'll go back to the beginning

[@aserta]

Rivnuts are huge game changer in the homeshop arsenal. I really love the stainless ones.

[@jameshartridge9267]

Hi Mike, I love your tractor. Thank you so much for sharing this. This is how Steiger got started, they built an articulated tractor using truck trans, diffs and motor. I have spent many hours ( lost count but hundreds ) driving articulated tractors including many on a 1976 Steiger Cougar and it is clear that articulated tractors have many advantages over other configurations. The fact that they don’t loose any pulling ability while cornering is a big one. Their ability to put power on the ground is legend. Your build has inspired me to attempt a similar project. A Subaru minus its engine is cheap and easy to come by ( Australia ). But: There are a few things I would do differently: Use a normal car type power steering pump for the steering. Ford tractors have done this for years. Surplus car power steering pumps can be picked up for peanuts and often already have a pulley and a tank. The Pivot: Move the top steering pivot point higher. Leave the lower one where it is but put the top pivot at about the height of the seat to give it about an extra 12” of spread. I realize that this could cause issues with clearance from the tipper body but not insurmountable problems. The steering pivot takes an absolute beating and this would strengthen it greatly. This would also make an opportunity to move the steering rams from the bottom to somewhere up top. Your use of the wheel brg assy for the axial pivot was excellent and should stand up to the punishment. I think that the tractor manufacturers use a short drive shaft with a universal joint at either end to negotiate the pivot. This negates the alignment issue and the angle through each joint is not as great. I will have to go and have a look at one of the tractors around the place to see just how they have done it. I would prefer a manual/pedal operated clutch so I could have the benefit of engine braking. More work I know but quite achievable. Lightening the flywheel would be necessary for this mod to make changing gear easier. I would suggest removing the old ring gear and machining away all unnecessary flywheel material. I would ditch the foot operated accelerator and have a hand throttle instead and a deceleration pedal in place of the accelerator. Any one who has used a hand throttle/deceleration pedal arrangement finds it vastly superior on a tractor. A deceleration pedal drops the revs when you press it, kind of like putting your foot on the brake. When you lift your foot, the engine revs return to the throttle setting. I think your foot brake and handbrake setup is excellent and absolutely worth copying. The Steiger had another great idea, the hydraulic oil tank was also the front chassis cross-member. A box of appropriate size could be welded up and used instead of a piece of RHS. This helps to lower the centre of gravity. Any thing that lowers the weight distribution without compromise is a bonus. Steiger’s hydraulic pumps were higher than the tank and suffered no problems from not having flooded suction. And, yes, I would have a hydraulic system separate to the steering. Y’ gotta have hydraulics. An inspection hole of 4” to 5” on the oil tank is handy for cleaning and pop a microwave oven magnet inside the tank to act as a metal trap. I wholeheartedly agree with your choice of engine and love your work with this build and look forward to watching more of your content.

[@sussextechautobody9914]

I really enjoy your videos, I am a high school Auto Body instructor and I learn new things from you all the time, Thanks!

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on! 👍 I really appreciate your comment 🙂 I appreciate what you do too! I’m glad kids are still interested in learning shop, it’s a great thing to know how to repair stuff and work with your hands. Take care

[@giddesk]

I just binge watched both this and the mini truck series, and I have to say I love what you are doing! Like a wise man once said "There is no junk, only stuff that can be used in new ways"

[@dirtysteve40]

I love the logo . Wish I had a shirt and a sticker I put it on my Prius while wearing the shirt

[@JulieGulie]

Hi dirtysteve40 - I'm Julie & I helped Michael create the AMT logo and one of the Mike Festiva tshirts that Michael wears in his videos. Michael may put tshirts up in his merch shop at some point soon. I am not a production shop and it's just a hobby at this point (not set up as business). I spoke with Michael and he said I could make something for you. Let me know what you would be interested in. My email is [e-mail]

[@jamescaldwell2095]

I like the name alot. It's not cheesey and ridiculous like most people choose. This has been a great series.

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on! Thanks James 👍

[@robevans8555]

Great work, I always get a smile watching you trundle about in this truck. Smooth drumming too

[@Sockemtickem]

Awesome my dude!! I love the new logo. Perfect name for the machine. It's been great watching the build. Thanks for the tips and tricks along the way. Keep it up!! Great job!!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Marvin 👍 I appreciate it!

[@francoisdastardly4405]

I admire you. Very smart, nice character and creative guy. Thanks for share your wonderful work !

[@Mikefestiva]

Thank you very much 👍🙂

[@CheetoTheCat]

This has to be the coolest video build series ever.

[@Farm_fab]

Mike, the easy fix for the corner gap in your aluminum box is to clamp a piece of copper strap or bar in the corner and lay a bead over it. This is also good for welding sheets together as it keeps them from warping so easily, and the welds won't stick.

[@Mikefestiva]

Nice tip! I really appreciate it 👍 Thanks 😊

[@alpineking6606]

pls! pls! pls! do more with the dirt bike! love that build so much! nice vid

[@Mikefestiva]

I will try and put another video up soon on the predator powered dirt bike 👍

[@williamlarsen8455]

Awesome job Mike as usual Really like the use of Rivnuts

[@jeffryrichardson9105]

Love the decal! 👍🏾😀❤️🇺🇸

[@joelobcheck4503]

Mike - Great job on the build ! Hope you're staying safe from the fires ravaging the west right now. Best, Joe

[@psyneurb]

Love you projects!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks! I really appreciate it 👍

[@normanwoodhead6982]

A mountain goat is a great mascot for this project. I’ve watched all your videos and thoroughly enjoy them and your projects. You certainly have a lot of talent.

[@RambozoClown]

Always look forward to the drum breaks.

[@How_the_gods_drill]

Dude watching you build this thing helps me sleep at night knowing that someone else puts so much time and effort into something they want to do... Probably could've just went and bought a getup, but heck no this is waaay cooler

[@joatmon1857]

Well done, love thw build!!!

[@amartinez9390]

8:03 THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, for taking a moment to beat those drums. Enjoyed the rest of the video as well.

[@tgi3197]

Great job as always Mike. I've learned a ton from your videos. Thanks for all your hard work. Love the music too.

[@garychurch-smith9017]

You never fail to impress me. And some neat new tools like the break. Great work Mike

[@midlandmotormofia2001]

Awesome video - I wanna take a Geo and turn it into a poor man's side by side so im sure yours will give me lots of ideas

[@SuperMarge123]

Hello Michael, consistently excellent as usual. Amazing always forward thinking ,aircraft engineering quality work . I absolutely love watching,thank you. I've told everyone I know to check you out. Respect and gratitude. Regards Gareth Wiltshire UK. Quality.

[@motomule]

This thing has turned out so awesome!! Great work!! The mountain goat!!!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Mike! It’s been a fun project. I’m starting to look forward to being finished though and get onto another project soon 👍 Take care Mike 🙂

[@kmcwhq]

Friday Nite Festiva! Yes! Another very entertaining video, nice work, and GREAT music as well. The Decals make it look "Factory"....I hope that carries a ton of weight as a complement In the description above, I think you START on the ROPS, hopefully not SHART on it. lol

[@cihanbulbul6585]

quality and professionel workmanship

[@MikeJach]

Awesome work as always! Love the sticker and the name. I'm excited to watch you finish this one and what you build next.

[@Gunge-vq2ik]

Great vid great work thanks again love the ammo box and logo

[@CJLeTeff]

Mike, thank goodness you posted a video, I was about to think you had rolled over in that cool work truck build! 😂😂😂👍👍 Always a good day when your video comes out!

[@ThatGuyInTheShed]

Nice work as always Mike. The peaked roof really suits it.

[@shaneherman8906]

Can't wait for the Side x Side!!!

[@Mikefestiva]

Me too! It’s going to be a fun project 👍

[@thatguy9890]

I'm very impressed with what You've made! I've been watching the Series and Just Wow! I Love it! And I'm glad You share Your Projects in videos for us viewers to learn and Be inspired great work! And thank You!

[@ricardobernardo2603]

Thanks for sharing

[@Timr45_70]

The Goat ! How appropriate. Now how about some Goat apparel, it would look great on a hoodie.

[@Mikefestiva]

Once I finish it up I will definitely make some apparel 👍 thanks for commenting!

[@jamesgrillo1653]

The cab suits the truck. Nailed it I think

[@nstufflebeam]

Love it. It is great how you build in place and it all goes together so well. Love what you use to make templates as well. Love the Logo.

[@Ants_Pants]

Thanks for the update! Another greate video to enjoy next to my dinner :D

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks! Enjoy your dinner my friend 👍

[@flapwheat]

Every video just gets better, Mike! It's great to see your skill level increase as you add to your tools and equipment! Love the name and logo for your machine!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks! I really appreciate that you always check out my videos 🙂 I have been trying to invest in my self and upgraded my tools, every project I learn a little bit more 🙂 Take care

[@gsftom]

Another great video. I hope you keep them coming. I love watching you fabricate stuff. I have no skills, but am gathering tools and learning a little bit at a time. Thanks!

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on Tom! That’s a good place to start, get some tools, start on some small projects, and keep working up to bigger challenges, before you know it you will be making all kinds of things. If you look back 5 years ago on my first KZbin video I built a sawmill from scratch, I had only a few tools, cheap Lincoln 120 volt welder. My old used metal cutting bandsaw, angle grinder and a hand drill. I was able to build it, it was a real challenge but I sure learned a lot. I just keep leaning more and pushing myself and taking on new challenges, like that CNC table, I had never drawn in any CAD programs before buying it but I figured it out, you will be able to figure it all out and develop you skills too 👍 Take care

[@Zombiereaper1]

Looking forward to the Side by Side build!

[@ImGigantor]

Thoughts on a seat/lap belt? Somewhat important paired with ROPS in the event of a rollover.

[@lucriendeau]

Nice and thanks for the tip 😉

[@daveanderson2316]

Looks great Mike. Thanks for taking us along.

[@krisley5178]

Nice! Those decals are legit! 👍👍👍

[@JulieGulie]

Thanks 😁👍 I'm still just learning how to do all the design stuff and what vinyl materials would work best. I hit up The Rhinestone World to watch really informative how-to's and get good deals on the best vinyl.

[@rcclassiccrawlers4368]

Cool video! I like the decal design and the name seems rather appropriate. That thing is really turning out nice!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Scott!

[@alsouthern7190]

Mike, your videos are not to long. Could watch all day! Keep those vids coming!

[@young11984]

Going to pick up a pro tig 205 thisweekend because of your review, hope its dummy proof because i have never tig welded before but tires of depending on others to weld some simple tabs when needed so im going to learn

[@bryduhbikeguy]

Thank you for such a solid build.I wondered if you'd use the 'natural heat shield'from the engine to divert to the windscreen and to warm the 'cab'.It looks like you're set to enclose yourself through storms. /Cheap solution is 'pool pump'tubing and drill holes where you need air to clear windscreen and heat the cab.TY for this Awesome Build,and all you great vids.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video and commenting! Yes there’s plenty of heat that comes off the engine to heat the cab, I think that’s the simplest system, I do have a really small diesel parking heater that I’m installing under the seat, this way the cab can stay heated on really cold days even when it’s not running, for instance I’m out cutting firewood in the winter and want to warm up. Take care

[@TimMcArdle]

Always love the impromptu drum solo! Nice work as always!

[@jaysmith4293]

Well done. Excellent fabrication skills. Weld On.

[@davem3492]

Great video series. This thing is well thought out and purpose built. I like the name and sticker. Keep the music coming.

[@tomtruesdale6901]

Mike you did a GREAT job on that truck OUTSTANDING work. Love the name and am looking forward to your next project. As others have said the music helps make the video, keep it

[@maverick5162010]

Nice tips Mike. Another great video. You need to mass-produce or kit that 420 articulating 4x4!! "Goat" :)

[@LuisAlvarez-vz2gg]

Man i love all your projects, and te music it's a great choise.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Luis!

[@eyeballengineering7007]

Dang Mike, the Goat really turned out professional. I love this build. Your creative mind comes up with great ideas. Never disappointed.

[@Mikefestiva]

Eyeball Engineering Thanks I really appreciate your comment 🙂 also thanks for always checking out my videos 👍

[@joseph.d5187]

Made my Friday. One of your excellent build videos, and a bonus drum riff. Keep up the excellent vids, drums!

[@halfnelson6115]

Its been fun following this build. Educational too. Looking forward to your next build. Your interpretation of a SxS should be interesting.

[@megaglowz8540]

To everyone that said why didn't he just buy something. 1- Why are you even here and what would you watch? Him riding around on something he bought....??? And 2- I guarantee you would have to go to Russia to find anything close to being built this tough lol. Great project man!!

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on thanks! I really appreciate your comment 👍 You completely understand this build!

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Absolutely awesome! Love all your videos!! God bless!

[@ultra4suzukisamurai679]

Make some bottom die fillers for your brake. Bottom die width should be 8x material thickness being bent. This will make your bends more crisp. Love your videos!

[@mann1zzle]

Awesome build series sir.

[@bobrauschenbach4347]

Great job Mike, love the video's, tool and technique tips great projects as well !!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Bob!

[@Kenniii3]

Great series. Watched most of them 2+ times. Will no doubt watch again.

[@CB_ChaosLove]

Now just to paint up those wheels :) Looks awesome Mike ! and nice beats too

[@aion2177]

Very cool - everything! The logo is also perfect :)) Thank you for the series. So many useful ideas. Also learned that the rivnut tool exists :)

[@yvesf5355]

Always a Pleasure to watch your Videos Mike Great Job .

[@backburner2128]

Correct order when bending is key. Awesome work man. Cool channel.

[@allanperryman388]

That's perfect! Mountain Goat 🐐 I like it 👌

[@calvinlee3756]

AMT 1240 Mountain Goat (Greatest of All Time)...you're the man mike i'll def be buying one of those sweat shirts. You should go live sometimes. i'm sure I am not the only person that would like to pick your brain.

[@Ryan-en7sl]

Nice work on this project!!! You are a true craftsman. As a regular guy like yourself, who enjoys working on projects just like this, I really enjoyed watching this video series. I liked how you take whatever materials you have on hand and you make them work the way you need to. Doing all of it with tools and materials that a regular guy can afford. I cant imagine how much time it takes not not only build something like this, but also the time you put in to making these videos. Thank you for all your hard work making this!!!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thank you Ryan! I really appreciate it especially that you notice the time it takes to create these videos 👍 thanks 😊 Ps I like your Forest service motorcycle icon 👍

[@RedPill556]

Perfect name for the the build .

[@woodscreekworkshop9939]

Part 12: lots of cup holders 😁

[@Mikefestiva]

Haha! Yes a cup holder is needed 🙂👍

[@harryballzack]

That roof/cab/canopy makes it look like a Tuktuk on steroids. 😂😂

[@AndrewBrowner]

picked up 34 glass window panes, double sealed with argon fill or whatever, 100$ for the whole load, usually 90$ each or more theyd be perfect for the glass portion of this build.. youd just have to drive to canada and sneak across the border twice

[@Mikefestiva]

Haha well because people can’t seem to wear there masks down here, we are not allowed up there at this time 😂 thanks for the offer 👍

[@ChristopherSalisburySalz]

The logo and and name are really cool!

[@overlandshower4312]

gotta be a great feeling driving that thing around