Building 120 gal fuel tank for my crazy Bush plane | Scrappy #55

How do you build a custom aircraft fuel tank that doesn't leak? Lots of experience and tricks to help make sure that Scrappy has many years of leak free wing tanks. Also and update on Scrappy's wing spar pieces that you can order.
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[@nicka9202]

Mike, don’t worry about the videos being to long. I’m here wishing you had 2 hour videos.

[@badbatch974]

I can second that.

[@johnnyboythepilot4098]

I'm wishing for a live-feed of the build! XD

[@jvmiller1995]

Yeah I don't think any of us would mind a few hours a week. there is not a TV show on that could hang with this guy. I mean he takes his time not only to do things right but to tach us to do them right, these car building shows show them starting a weld and 2 minutes latter the entire chassis is welded up. At least here it is very detailed and you can truly learn. I am building a hot rod and a lot will relate. I even using his zip ties with the rubber coating to protect wiring. very good product. This many is no dummy and his work ethic is second to none.

[@StrikerFin]

Ikr

[@tommyholen6887]

Mike, you are not doing it by the book, you are writing the book! I am blown away by the level of ingenuity, experience and craftsmanship you display! As an old aerospace engineer, I can tell this is going to be the most epic Cub ever, period! 😊

[@TodayIFoundOut]

I never thought I could be fascinated by tank sealers, but here we are. :-) -Daven

[@imaner76]

I'm sure you guys could fit in a Draco and a Scrappy video in. Not quite megaprojects, but certainly worthy of a slot. I can almost hear Simon interjecting with "he did what"!

[@syx3s]

no kidding. and it flew by.

[@TodayIFoundOut]

@@imaner76 We have an aviation channel coming up. :-) It's been planned since I bought my Piper Arrow III Turbo about seven months ago. :-) (Actually randomly landed in Spanish Fork flying it home from South Carolina to Bellingham WA. Got to see the outside of the Patey hangar at least :-)) It's going to be education based as ever, various history bits, science/engineering behind, showcasing planes and pilots and famous aviation things in history, "Experts in Planes" where I fly some expert around somewhere scenic while we discuss their expertise in some area and cool things about that, etc. Etc. Going to be fun and totally is not at all a way to make my plane and flying a tax write off... ;-) -Daven

[@imaner76]

@@TodayIFoundOut Daven, you're a man after my own heart. Deductibles are great ;) Your passion is awesome! The content produced across your endeavours is always completing and worthy of it's success. I look forward to the aviation channel.

[@kstricl]

@@TodayIFoundOut Planning to fly over and rescue Danny are we?

[@brandonsimunac]

Easily one of the coolest things on YT. If all learning was this fun, we'd be such an advanced society.

[@GaryMCurran]

Mike, as former AIr Force, I want to thank you on behalf of all of us who served, and who are currently serving. I'll have to check out your website and maybe order one of those shirts. You are an amazing individual. Thank you!

[@MikePatey]

Thank you for your service to us all. We love you, we support you, we honor you. To all those who sign up knowing they may one day pay that ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms, we salute you. I love you all. Mike

[@GaryMCurran]

@@MikePatey it's guys like you that make it all worth while. When I signed up, I was an immature 18 year old. Yeah, I knew I might be called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice, but most people who sign up don't know that. Now, 45 years later, it's painfully clear that we're enlisting the wrong people, that it's the older guys who should be enlisting, since we have some concept of what it's all about. But, like you, I am so thankful for those young people who are willing to give it all, to lay it on the line. But, it's people like you who honor those who serve that really brings home WHY we serve our country, and what it means to be patriotic. YOU, and those like you, are the reason we are proud to serve, and are thankful that there are people like you worth being there for.

[@xCoolBreezex]

@@MikePatey Former Patriot Missile system tech here. Your kind appreciation for service to the nation is refreshing.

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

It's a real art the way Mike so effortlessly explains things that I had no idea about previously, and I just sort of get it. That's the real mark of a truly knowledgeable person; when you can explain something complex in a simple way.

[@shanenc90]

I don’t know who originally said it, but one of my favorite quotes: “If you can’t explain it to a child, you don’t understand it yourself.”

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

@@shanenc90 exactly this. This was the quote my observation was based on 👌🏼

[@joelbosshoss9029]

It was Einstien. An incredible human intellect with the Patey mind set. To simplify the complex is to make the complex function elegantly simple.

[@CLCIII]

The precision of both manufacturing and assembly is NASA level. Genius!

[@rafaelpalacios185]

Maybe better!!!

[@tridelltransportation3603]

Definitely better, dollar for dollar

[@DiamondBackDivision]

I’ve built space hardware, this is better.

[@kaceesavage]

NASA wishes. 😁

[@pieterjlansbergen6988]

As I pointed out somewhere else hereabove, with Mike at NASA, the shuttle would still be flying today!

[@alanbloodworth2653]

The flag and certificate was a remarkable gift. You inspire a lot of people.

[@555Trout]

I never thought I'd like scrappy like I did Draco but Scrappy is growing on me.

[@blaccteezy]

Drogo was Dynaris Targaryens dragon son.

[@555Trout]

@@blaccteezy lol. Draco!

[@michaeldurling793]

Mike, in my humble opinion you are the epitome of the American dream and the entrepreneurial spirit that makes America what it is. The squadron recognizes that as well and is what they dedicate their lives to protect. I believe you deserve the Presidential medal of freedom for your contributions. Outstanding!

[@tomuhlig7077]

As a crew chief on KC-135’s, I spent many hours scraping conformal coating off of the insides of the fuel tanks that wasn’t prepped properly and was pealing off! Yes there were clogged fuel filters! Pain in the rear but at least the tanks were big enough to fit inside! Go USAF! Retired after 38 years of working on C-130’s, A-7’s, and finally KC-135’s. Definitely going to order one of your shirts!

[@wrstew1272]

Worked on at planes, can’t forget cleaning off poorly applied pro-seal in wing tanks, you could just barely get your arm in. It’s a wonder that I don’t have nightmares about that. My shoulders still suffer 35 years later. But that seems to be common with aircraft mechanics, eh?

[@nathaniellangston5130]

I don't believe you have EVER bored the crap out of me Mike!! I really enjoy hearing all the reasoning behind the way you are assembling your tanks! Seeing how someone builds something without getting the long in-depth reasoning behind every step is just watching without understanding!

[@amytaylor1368]

Hello there 👋👋how are you doing today? hope you’re safe and GOD BLESS YOU!!!

[@MB120478]

Ron, you are an absolute LEGEND! Mike, you are a lucky man to have someone like Ron helping you out!

[@chet3215]

It blows my mind that Mike can manage so many details and just leaves nothing untouched by his specific form or perfection. If i was a student and not already established and tied to my life i would hike across the country and sleep out in the wild and work for free just to understudy with this amazing human being.

[@MBdrummer3288]

OMG man, each rib is separately CNC’d????? Holy freaking crap man! That is insane. Absolutely amazing!

[@Bullshit1011]

Yeah right next level

[@lovetofly32]

Exactly what I was thinking after doing wing skins on my Maule with all stamped ribs its so cool to see his! 😎

[@tymoteuszkazubski2755]

This is an engineering project, this wouldn't go to well if this was a manufacturing project. Milling out chunks of aluminum is used in rocket manufacturing and is one of reasons why rockets are expensive. It is a good way of adding a zero at the end of the price tag.

[@Bullshit1011]

Tymoteusz Kazubski as I said mike is next level bro , there is a reason kit planes have pressed ribs etc , cost ! Don't mean this is NT pretty cool right !

[@Slugg-O]

The letter, flag, and seeing Mike's reaction got me. I had no doubt Mike was a 100% proud American. Thank you Mike for acknowledging our men and women in the military, and for being such an inspiration to them. It's obvious they love you as much as you love them. So incredible. My God continue to bless you and all our heroes fighting for freedom.

[@gizmobunnybear6079]

It would be really cool if the money made from additional t-shirts he sold went to the wounded warriors project.

[@twistedprophecy]

I I'll have one of those shirts, Got to say this Mike when you were talking about the gift from the Squadron I knew you were going to shed a tear a bit cause I was doing just that, I'm English I live in the UK but very Patriotic for UK and US forces, Red White and Blue all the way!

[@MikePatey]

🤠 thanks

[@tommynikon2283]

LOVE your country; two tours w/ USAF.....UK, Bentwaters and Upper-Heyford. The Brits remember our sacrifice....and their country's resolution and survival , by virtue of it.

[@dougbourdo2589]

Same thoughts & feelings here. Eyes got a little foggy. Bravo Mike Patey.

[@twistedprophecy]

@@tommynikon2283 much respect to you, I’m not too far from Bentwaters (Norfolk), a lot of us English folk remember the sacrifice (or in my case know of it - 35 so too young to remember) but unfortunately it’s lost on many and that includes a few in their 30’s but more the younger lot, I love seeing the 48th FW doing their thing, thank you for you service in the USAF I wish you all the best

[@thelegogamer5000]

I'm a US Army service member currently overseas I found your channel shortly after getting to Germany and I just wanted to let you know that I have been really enjoying your scrappy build to the point where I might eventually get a single prop pilots license

[@DGG.85]

Thank you Mike for being an inspiration in both aviation and engineering! Who else watches till the absolute end?

[@deanohit]

I love when you get technical Mike, as you break things down to where it's very understandable for those of us with minimal or no experience in these types of construction.

[@cameronlapworth2284]

I almost wish I'd discovered Mike latter so I could watch the whole build at once. It's torture waiting a week for these episodes. It's amazing how compelling this is compared to mainstream media. You realise how much producers ruin content. Here you are with a iPhone and I'd watch this over anything. To those that criticise new media. DO BETTER! Amazing.

[@Malibuair]

I've thought the same thing. It could be worse though. The only sports I watch are MotoGP or Superbike racing. 4 or 5 months of waiting in the offseason.

[@ebouwman034]

Content like this is why I basically don’t watch television or Netflix anymore. Content like this on KZbin is infinitely better.

[@johnnyboythepilot4098]

Same! YT is my sole source of entertainment, especially aviation channels. So much more real, personal, and down-to-earth compared to actors and drama TV.

[@walt8089]

Heh Mike, Thank You for being a patriot to this great Country That We Love ! What a privilege and honor I had serving our Country for 31 years. Beginning as a 21 year old kid starting as a FE/FM flying on C-119C's with R4360's and then onto C-119G & L's with R3350's for 8 1/2 years then as a Crew Chief on C-130H's and retired working on our Unit's C-130H Phase Maintenance Dock. Loved working and flying on the Herc .... What an awesome aircraft ! Your sealer looks like what we used in the C-130's wet wing tanks. Absolutely Love your build videos and look forward to each one ...... Back To Work !!! GOD Bless !

[@bradleycross9935]

Had to like it immediately

[@Mike7478F]

Ditto. Prof Mike does that!!

[@Hamring]

Haha this comment (was highlighted) made me automatically do the same. Just while the ad was playing😅 But i mean i could see more wing geometry in the thumbnail.. cheeky Mike or someone thats responsible for this production knows the right amount of clickbait. But tailored to those who have followed 😊 woah this comment went on for way too long. I definitely should have stopped it sooner. I've not met so many people for a while so gimme a break. Crap i gotta rewind 4 minutes now

[@Mike7478F]

@@Hamring lol 😁

[@davidshaw164]

I almost forgot to... but you reminded me!

[@davidshaw164]

@@Hamring yea same!

[@petrichors]

Mike, the amount of attention to details which you are doing, should be taught in schools man. I'm so fascinated. God bless you, man.

[@UTarcher72]

MIke's building his own custom wings in his own shop. Designed and machined to precision. What a stud! Meanwhile, I just personally changed the oil in my Silverado but i don't feel quite as accomplished as Mr. Patey.

[@PeaceMarauder]

I built a carport out of an old trampoline frame and tarp. It's nice but was simple. Didn't have to do anything but think a tad and slap it up :P

[@hoppermantis7615]

Ya missed the point... Get back to work.

[@geepuller1]

Squawk i did less than that today.

[@PeaceMarauder]

@@geepuller1 over achiever! :P

[@MichaelLloyd]

I was going to change the spark plugs and wires on my diesel truck but, apparently, they've buried them so deep in there that I could never find them. Back to work!!!

[@stepenskowron6085]

Mike, you are an inspiration. Thank you. The video section with the Flag that was presented to you brought tears to my eyes.

[@freebird7284]

Crashing Draco turned out to be a blessing, thank you for making the world a better place, you truly are Mr. Inspiration.

[@grumpysowhat6998]

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! With almost 44 Years as an aircraft technician/ Inspector, half of that in the USAF Air Force, half with Cessna Aicraft Company working business jets, your vids re far from boring to us mechanics who love what we are doing. Wow, what a sentence! Anyway, keep the videos coming, we love the. I’m 72 years old, retired, and still have to look up whenever any type of aircraft fly’s over. Can’t wait to see Scrappy FLY!

[@aceofhawks]

Hey Mike! I thought i'd let you know that i've been sharing your videos with other students in my program in college for aircraft maintenance engineering. Learning from profs is okay and all but you tend to put a very positive twist on what some would say is tedious work. We love watching this project come together and learning new tips and tricks in the trade along the way!

[@dmc2554]

Where??

[@aceofhawks]

@@dmc2554 Ecole Nationale D'aerotechnique in St Hubert, Quebec, Canada.

[@clarkefeeney1994]

Mike is a genius to GA aviation , most of his inventions and how he thinks should be implemented throughout the industry . Especially his Manifold, that should be sold commercially . What a pleasure to have a guy like mike help us

[@harvindersekhon]

Mr Mike Patey you are a "Master". A National Treasure. Very proud of you. God Speed !

[@gonun69]

Just had two very stressful weeks at university and just turned in my last assignment for this semester. What could be better to celebrate than a Mike Patey video. So nice to see someone else work for a change!

[@mpccenturion]

Thank you! I listen to the engine rolling and it reminds me of 40 yrs ago, when I met pilots of TBM Avengers. The planes had been converted over to spray planes. Everything else was as installed. That summer a pilot had the engine go - he was in sight of the St Croix river. Between Maine and NB. The pilot had absolute faith in the plane. He put it down in the river. If you have ever been around the area - it Grows Granite Rocks. As the pilot put it - " I knew I was flying the toughest plane. I have followed yourself - as the engineering and advancements in Tech amaze me. Cheers to you and yours!

[@petruzzovichi]

Normally I ask You Tubers to remove their introductions that just eat up valuable minutes, however, Mike I would not ask you to remove or reduce your introduction since I believe yours is not capable of improvement. Your introduction is spot on. You are simply terrific beyond words... Blessings to you...and yours.

[@timothytaylor8870]

Thanks for supporting our troops! You are such a great example of how to work and the proper work ethic I think your videos should be compulsory for all school children and collage engineering courses!

[@jordansutherland789]

This torque tube will rotate all the BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!!! nice Mike real nice!!!

[@dneal5434]

& Jordan even blurred his lips so you can't try and lipread. Great attention to detail but not helping with guessing what genius he has planned. 😁

[@jordansutherland789]

@@dneal5434 ya .... geezs ... maybe it's because he accidentally left to many easter eggs about the landing gear tricks

[@MikePatey]

@@jordansutherland789 😂🤷‍♂️🤠 very very soon

[@dneal5434]

@@MikePatey 'cause 'fowler flaps' too easy to lipread!

[@jordansutherland789]

@@MikePatey I'm going to be in your neck of the woods working fire season the 7th of July to the 21st what are the chances of seeing the beast ???

[@rynetreatch9558]

JD is a friend of mine! I actually got to Ali Al Salem just before they flew that, just got home right after July 4th. My unit is the C-130 unit in Colorado Springs, we also do aerial firefighting. Thanks for the support, Mike! I was showing people Draco and Scrappy videos all during the deployment!

[@cptairwolf]

The amount of engineering in everything you do is simply astounding. I'd love for you to do a video telling us about your childhood experiences (good or bad) and decisions you made as a teenager that might have contributed to your genius. I'm 43 and I just can't imagine knowing a fraction of what you know.

[@michaelrempel9025]

Thanks for this Mike. I had no idea the process was so detailed and precise. My uncle Fred was a wing man for Boeing for over 40 years. He got a lot of satisfaction from it, and was a meticulous craftsman. I got a brand new appreciation for the work he did through this video. Keep up the awesome aircraft. Back to work.

[@raydreamer7566]

How do you manage to make a 30 minute video fly by so fast and leave me wanting more.... I have been involved in no more than dozen home build projects and this build is fascinating even through a digital screen laptop in the Philippines. I feel like I am in your shop learning and wanting to help. It's a very touching moment when the world is watching and you get FULL recognition for your work and creativity from your countries armed forces. So proud of you Mike...

[@samross8274]

I have been building aluminium and composite boats for 15yrs the amount of super technical tips Mike is giving on bonding is so detailed and accurate ..wow 💪💪💪legend

[@jeffjenkins8303]

A fascinating video once again Mike. It was great seeing your wife, son and your loyal wingman Ron helping you along the way. The torque tube has got me intrigued. This is going to be a wonderful when it is completed.

[@richardrickards]

Love watching Scrappy come together. Get back to work Monday. Enjoy your Father’s Day.

[@fonhollohan2908]

That's an awesome tribute the military did for you Mike. Your stoked and rightly so.

[@gyclay]

Mike Patey......you my friend are the MAN. When Draco met it's demise and you introduced us to Scrappy I thought that there would be no way you could top the mighty Draco yet you have brought us along on the ride of a lifetime as you share your genius of forethought and attention to detail doing what you do as you create out of thin air a vision that is amazing. Thanks Mike. I truly wait with baited breath for the next instalment and I am starting to have twinges of regret as Scrappy is getting closer to the finish line...... still, I can hardly wait to see it in the air. Back To Work!!

[@RunFast64]

Crazy amount of work and attention to detail. What an awesome journey following this project along. Thanks Mike and the rest of the crew working on Scrappy.

[@alwilson7016]

Thanks Mike, I feel privileged to be part of your fan club! Thank you for all the transparency, I would've never known if it wasn't for your videos!

[@psyodome]

The longer the video, the better Matey

[@jeffsteelman8036]

Mr Patey,,, I am not an airplane guy….but I am a large fan,,, I love your videos. After seeing you in the end of this one,, it’s obvious you are a true Patriot..and real Man……. Semper Fi

[@xCoolBreezex]

“That last 10 percent makes 90 percent of the difference of the finished product.” Couldn’t agree more with that statement. Applies to so much more than wings!

[@craighearn747]

I don't know much about building an airplane but I sure do enjoy your engineering attempt and successes, your continuing reach toward the stars, and your organization and build processes. I cannot imagine another custom builder who possesses all these skills and success in a better package as yours. You are firing all cylinder, plus one, for sure. Continued success and presence in the field you have chosen. You are Alpha.

[@AndreBandarra1]

Man, it's always a special time when there's a new Patey/Scrappy video! Never thought there would be someone so enthusiastic and would show so much of the detail of what goes into designing and making your own parts and aircraft. Super Stoked!

[@stevenboyko5925]

"Has Andre posted anything new to KZbin recently?" "Nah, he's catching up on Scrappy videos" "Nice! :) "

[@MikePatey]

Thanks, more to come!

[@dondesormeauxrcadventures7551]

Just wow, that last part about the troops and the t shirt got me. Mike, your generosity is awesome.

[@yb5515]

Much as I can't wait for each new episode, I don't want this build to ever end. What will I watch then?

[@cameronlapworth2284]

I imagine with what I've learned watching Mike Draco 2 will start about 2 weeks latter. Back to work!

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

Those dudes and dudettes in the 799th Expeditionary Squadron are all badass. One, for doing what they do, but two, recognizing a stud civilian and what he represents. To all of you, I salute.

[@bchase1980]

It's so exciting to see the wings going together I can't wait to see the plane fully assembled and in the air

[@ZKA69]

Love it to see how your family members and friends are there to help you with your aircraft build, even in a millisecond you see them! Hope you take a photo with all those who have been involved in this build with your finished Scrappy in the background !!!

[@garycontner9498]

Ding Dong !!! It’s the doorbell again. HOLY COW ! It’s MIKE AND RON. “DROP EVERYTHING! “. Gary

[@Co-SS]

damn, nice one crome 91. glad we got you out there supporting us and mike, he loved that.

[@tuesdsy]

Congratulations Mike that was a beautiful gift, God bless our troops

[@jeremykemp3782]

The attention to detail is just beautiful.

[@blauer2551]

Imagine if Mike designed a bullet proof vest. Rated for 9mm but tested to 50BMG.

[@RifullOfTheWest]

If you get hit with a 50 bmg anywhere even with armor body plating, will still kill you just from the recoil effect of liquidating your organs or your meat. The shock from the energy would either push the steal plate through your body, or the shock will liquefy your organs.

[@TheJttv]

@@RifullOfTheWest yee of no faith in Mike

[@MikePatey]

😂

[@blauer2551]

@@RifullOfTheWest Understood, it was meant as a joke as to how much he over engineers everything

[@imaner76]

@@RifullOfTheWest It was an analogy. Mike tends to "over engineer things". Context, then chill ;)

[@geoffwilliams5522]

I can't wait to see scrappy slip the surly bonds of earth. Maki you have no idea how invested we all are in this project. The detail of the build is mesmerizing.

[@TreeLBollingTreeMan]

Work can wait, it's "Back to Scrappy"

[@aopajay]

Scrappy build, you are again a damn genus ! As for for the Air Force personnel, that is OUTSTANDING !!! God bless America along with the crew of CROME91 & TSgt J.D Lindsey. I was in tears.

[@ridermak4111]

Engineering as art. “The smoking rivet” 😳 Amazing stuff. 👊😎

[@YSALF]

0:11 A new definition of beast 👌

[@UTarcher72]

Double like this one. Great gift from our troops. You're a class act Patey!!!

[@AllShallBeRevealed1776]

Hey Mike, glad to see you support the troops. I’ve been overseas for many years for this country and I think you’re and amazing pilot, entrepreneur, engineer, among everything else you do. Please keep making videos.

[@crayman2324]

Thank you for sharing this fascinating project! So much technology. It's really great to see what goes into building a high performance airplane. I'm really looking forward to seeing Scrappy with her wings.

[@mikewillis2934]

Mike you are a genius! Each element is so well thought through, pushing the boundaries back to fundamental principles, and challenging conventional wisdom at the same time. You are defining new benchmarks! Really enjoyable to watch and listen as you explain the design process. Back to work and thanks for sharing!

[@anamericanengineer9472]

I’ve been waiting all day for this. Love what you’re building

[@Jdubbz89]

I vote after Scrappy is finally finished you combine all the vlogs and make a movie out of them. It would be awesome to see how Scrappy took form in a matter of hours rather than months/years even though it's been an amazing adventure being along for the ride!

[@saabysaabinsky2785]

Professor Patey....The detail, planning, imagination, engineering acumen, craftsmanship with multiple machines, tools and materials is astounding. Your solutions for the different situations you find yourself in, during the building process is positively fascinating. I watched every video of the building of Draco and now the building of Scrappy and I'm thankful to be on the fabrication journey with you...thank you so much for sharing through your well produced videos. Being former Air Force, I'm glad to see the C-130 squadron recognize you as the Aviation Pioneer the you are. I'm going to the shop now to see about new of those shirts! Thank you again Mike!

[@MikePatey]

Thank you for the kind words my friend. You made my day 🤠

[@modifyit100]

Excellent description of how to build to a very high standard that is much appreciated by an engineer who has tried to maintain a good standard all my life

[@timcross2510]

Caring about 2000th inch rivet gap! Gotta love that!

[@StevenCampbell1955]

And ten thousand of us watching Mike explain while we nod our heads and think of all of the times when we said to ourselves, " Aaarrh, that will do." Not on Patey's watch. It had better be perfect.

[@mojojoejoe6661]

Mike, your love for American Troops is so infectious! God Bless the United States and all who honor her.

[@aserta]

Guys, if this is the level of madness that Mike's up to with Scrappy, ... what's going to happen with Draco II when he rips into that airframe. :))

[@fredbugden3511]

Waiting…. Not so patiently

[@dustyrhoads2602]

I completely agree that I am very interested in Draco X, even more so than this build. However, the more I learn as I watch the Scrappy build, the more I am in love with this little hot rod as well! It's funny-in the years that I have followed the Patey family (and the rest of the Flying Cowboys) I have often daydreamed of owning my own bushplane. However, at my age and circumstance, that probably will never happen. I spent so much of the early part of my life chasing big checks (crazy hours, living away from my young boys, etc.) and blowing the money on God knows what, that I am content to earn a good living and enjoy the time I have left with my kids. The foresight, attention to detail, creativity, engineering, and craftsmanship that we all watch and enjoy lead me to two conclusions; I have to go see these guys and planes in Oshkosh and I have to get a ride in a bush plane one day!

[@JuanRempel]

I think I love this plane more, the fact that it's way more functional for camping, and still a off road hot rod.

[@lovetofly32]

I think the workaholic has been doing just that in the background! You could see it in the background in one of his previous videos all sanded like he was prepping it to paint.. probably already sexy shiny black😏

[@TheMarcball]

Wow, loved that lengthy explanation on rivet countersinking. Thanks for the inspiration and keep on trucking!

[@mellosgarage]

Another video with a crazy amount of detail absolutely mind blowing the simple little things you think of that make the biggest difference in the finish. Most people would never notice the little imperfections but it drives the person that builds it crazy. Nice work....

[@brad4751]

Thankyou for being you Mr Patey , im just a simple man but you also inspire myself to strive to do better , as you say ,'' its the last 10% that matters ' best of wishes to you and your loved ones , thankyou again

[@DUBaviator]

Scrappy is going to be the greatest flying machine ever built when it flies.

[@Li8eralsarescum69]

Lmfao if it ever does

[@natejohnston480]

@@Li8eralsarescum69 oh it will, Mike has a different mindset compared to a lot of people, if it was someone else this project would be taking twice as long

[@Li8eralsarescum69]

@@natejohnston480 I hope so the thing is awesome

[@kylebarr4272]

Every single time I even think I see your channels name I click strait away and drop everything I’m doing to watch it! Keep up the good work and huge respect to all men and woman fighting for our respective countries! All the best from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@lovetoflylovetofly3843]

Your attention to detail, and the forethought that goes into every part you make, makes things go together so nice! You are an incredible human! I will be ordering one of those shirts, I love our troops also!

[@AlBeZed]

Mike, let me put it this way: Comments in simple words just don't do enough justice to your dedication to precision and attention to details. Your work is art, truly awesome. However, there is nothing left on this plane to justify it's name. It's the least scrappy soon to be flying object immaginable. Can't wait to see it taking off.

[@kstricl]

Mike, this video was absolutely "riveting". I especially liked the assembly time lapse, I think at the end of the build you need to put out a full time lapse of the entire build "skeleton to sky - building a bush plane."

[@seanmcne]

Happy to wait for the wing spars Mike (et all) - appreciate you taking the time to share the process with the world!

[@Robert-cd2ht]

Mike that flag must be onboard for Scrappy's first flight.

[@Utahdropout]

I'm blown away by all you do and the amazing effect you have on those who come in contact with you.

[@charlesstorey8380]

i`m so glad to see wings coming together ,way to go Mike keep up the good job.

[@AdmV0rl0n]

To the US Air Force - you could not pick a better person to hook up with and do things with in terms of aviation. Mike, and all the troops - love you all. Stay safe!

[@budmcdonald9190]

Mike we all love what your doing! Keep it up can’t wait to see what pivots in that wing from the clip at the end! P.S there are a bunch of us overseas watching this crazy bush plane come to life.

[@MikePatey]

👍🤠 thanks

[@oleran4569]

Wet wings and pressurized spaces, their design and construction is fascinating! Thanks for the reminders that everything moves/flexes all the time! It's an important concept to internalize.

[@Mower117]

I learned about tank sealing and riveting, and glimpsed intriguing rib easter eggs, enjoying it as always. The longer the video the better IMO. Cheers!

[@JohnWilliamCornett]

In piloting and engineering circles, you're a Rock Star!

[@amytaylor1368]

Hello there 👋👋how are you doing today? hope you’re safe and GOD BLESS YOU!!!

[@thetexianpatriot2201]

I’ve been waiting all day! Thank you for the Video.

[@ionizah5956]

The explanations of yours is what keeps me coming back for more videos. I just love the in-depth details and cool solutions that you show! I wish I'll get to meet you someday cause you're nothing short of an inspiration! Hope to be able to get a PPL in the future and start to fly!

[@oldpup2182]

I have a "battle" flag that was aboard an A-10 warthog from early in the Afghanistan engagement along with the shell casing from the 20 mm Gatling gun. My son was their munitions officer at the time and is still in the Air Force, now a LT Colonel. I love your vids and thanks for them.

[@deanmiles3505]

Just incredible Mike; the attention to detail throughout. The knowledge that you have is so incredible. You are so deserving of the gift for all you do, and it shows just how far reaching your videos go. Way to go Airforce! You made a Marine tear up. Semper Fidelis. Take care, Be safe.

[@davidrobins4025]

I'm excited to see the work progressing on the wings for Scrappy.