NEW BUILD! Ramp Truck Car Hauler EP 1 Halfass Kustoms Collab

On this episode of Make It Kustom, I introduce a new Build to the shop. The Make It Kustom Hauler is a 1971 Gmc retired firetruck ive been holding onto for a number of years. Elio and myself are prepping the 1 ton chassis for the cab swap.
Halfass Kustoms Collaboration
Brent is a talented Builder/KZbinr from Manitoba. I have him to thank for Make It Kustom's first shout out on KZbin! I've been a fan of his channel for years. At the end of this month, Brent will and I will work together on this project side by side getting as much done as we can with the goal of running and driving this truck at the end of his stay.
Go check out his channel and subscribe here / @halfasskustoms
and his second channel here ‪@HalfassKustomsTheOtherHalf‬
Merch store www.japhandskustoms.com/shop

[@Huskiedrive361]

Having been a heavy truck mechanic for over 40 years I'm really looking forward to this build! I'm sure you want to remain with IFS, but if you chose to use a beam axle it would be easy to widen the front end without changing the frame width significantly. Just a thought. Looking forward to the next video and have already alerted several friends to the build. They are now subscribers too!

[@charlesirby9222]

Same thoughts I had, your'a good thinker! 😜

[@johnheard2814]

Better off and much easier build go back to the original frame!!! Get ahold of Ian Roussel he can steer you in the right direction for the build your wanting to make this into!!!

[@65cj55]

@@johnheard2814 Yes, it was stupid not keeping the original .

[@fasteddie4294]

I agree also its gonna have to have a straight axle. Probably need some really big wheels also

[@dreamerdave5499]

With Brent there I would nt put it past them to narrow the cab😆

[@fitzeesfabrications]

Cool build. I always thought about one of these builds. I always looked at school busses for a frame and suspension. Some are cab over design and have a wider track wide. The frames are straight and long so wheel base is unlimited. Thr steering box your after is from a step van or just a chevy van. They have a different box setup then a pickup. Going be cool Brent is in on the build. Right guy for a fast build. Watch both you guys religiously. Can't wait till the next one

[@MakeItKustom]

Yeah a school bus would be pretty amazing there’s so many possibilities keeping some room in the front for storage or sleeper or slightly camperized! I think this frame is too narrow man LOL there are better chassis out there

[@fitzeesfabrications]

@@MakeItKustom that's fun part of project. Figuring it all out.

[@dannmohr5721]

Looks like an interesting build and now the “Half Ass” is joining the build……this will be epic………👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@kurtludwig6962]

Wow eyes bugging out. Fantastic project. And including Brent.. kool guy !

[@carportkustoms5764]

Love it. But this width issue doesn't just affect your steering. Having such a narrow chassis with so much side over hang is likely going to make it feel super unstable with a lot of body roll around the corners, especially if on air ride. I would honestly consider making new cross-members and widening the chassis to improve stability.

[@danpoole9327]

Cab and chassis chassis are 34" wide. That's industry standard.

[@poelmeister]

I agree with Carport. Mind you, if there’s two tonnes of haul on it, it’ll be even worse. And looking at the design, that weight won’t be sitting low center either.

[@danpoole9327]

Semi trucks that haul 80,000 pounds are build on a 34" wide frame....

[@carportkustoms5764]

@@danpoole9327 what's your point? Semi trucks have more rigid frames and are built for the added weight, torsion etc. Regardless of whatever point you're trying to make, widening the chassis will improve stability.

[@cato9tales141]

@@carportkustoms5764 He's trying to muffle you. :)

[@mikepandelos9090]

I love to watch Brett work you can learn so much from that guy

[@MakeItKustom]

Yeah I can’t wait to work with him!

[@iancunanan4161]

The long wait is over.... Ive been iching to see this project since you show it first....its gonna be rad😍🥰😍🥰😍🥰

[@barryrollins2728]

Brent will definitely be a plus for your build! I've watched so many of his videos and wow what a builder of anything! North Carolina USA

[@jamesviehmann4291]

Looking forward to seeing how this one turns out... Its gonna be super slick! Too bad you couldn't find yourself an old motorhome and snag the chassis out from under it. It would solve the width and steering box issue, would locate the engine about where you want it, you wouldn't have to lengthen the chassis, and lastly, it would have the dual wheel axle setup as well which is really what ya want for a hauler. Best part.. You can get a clapped out motorhome for next to nothing and they are pretty easy to source. Just me brainstorming. 🙂

[@glassblastcollision]

I have a one ton Winebago motor home frame and it's exactly what Karl has there.

[@brucescott4753]

I think James is talking class a motorhome.

[@MakeItKustom]

Yeah I definitely agree that there are better Chassis out there to start with. I think we have to make that decision

[@kevind5508]

What would look good is a set of super singles like what Brent runs on his General crew cab truck. Going to be an awesome collab!

[@mikedmt]

I was going to say the same thing. It would help fill those wheel wells, that's for sure. I think the C30 frame or whatever it is might be a touch too narrow for that beast of a cab

[@owenwalters7186]

YESSSS!!!!! SOOOO Excited for this one. Thanks guys

[@glenryan6569]

DD SPEED SHOP mounted a winch to the floor of his shop and it seems brilliant for towing in all the heaps to work on.

[@zenithmosaic]

Been following Brent for years and just picked up your channel. How amazing you guys are working together on this one!

[@snoopu2601]

I found this channel through Brent he gave Karl a shout out and glad he did because Karl does some amazing work and learn a lot from both of them. Bad Chad to he. Work's fast, a lot of people don't like his work but he gets stuff done and fast.

[@richardarthur8191]

Karl this is gonna be interesting seeing you and Brent working together on a project. I following Brent and it is amazing how he does things. Watched him build his General. Can't wait to see the project finished.

[@davidblake1542]

Love this stuff !!! Thanks Karl 👍👊😎

[@r1lark]

Two of my favorite builders working together -- this will be epic for sure!!

[@srtautoworkz]

My two fave youtubers collab to build an awesome rig, can't wait follow this one ..spent my childhood helping my grandpa in a truck like this, tons of great memories, same color too!

[@MakeItKustom]

No way? That’s pretty cool! Such a neat looking trucks back then

[@murrayandru7527]

This just Might Be an EPIC collaboration here !! Get Busy Guy's

[@chriswhiteside8829]

Hey boys it’s just a thought don’t forget it’s got to go under the roller door on the way out also halfass is one of the best 🇦🇺👍

[@TheToolmanTim]

Three minutes into the video and I'm already hammering the like button! Can't wait to see this collab with Brent.

[@garyprice8490]

Can’t wAit to see this progression take place I’d imagine that you’ll widen the chassis for stability don’t you think? This is a fantastic project!! Can’t wait to see what you all come up with!

[@kristiankristiansen133]

Had the same idea🙃

[@MakeItKustom]

You’re definitely correct that it is not wide enough. I think we are going a different way

[@petermacinnis5686]

The motor home chassis is a great idea accomplishing what you need and leaving the one ton chassis for a future project.

[@rustysparks8645]

Truly................................................................Awesome.....................................................Project. Will be great to see you & Brent collaborate on this build. It will be like his build of 'The General - but on Steroids'. 👍👍

[@Ipschnug]

Awesome collaboration! I've been amazed and motivated by watching Halfass Kustoms for the last few years. The amount of work he gets done while also having a full time job is mind blowing.

[@MakeItKustom]

Right?! I’m blown away as well LOL he’s a different breed

[@mikescudder4621]

The guy doesn't sleep!!!

[@StreetTruckinTitan]

Where's the Caddy? Was looking forward to that one!

[@CFairNH]

Such a cool build! Can't wait for the colab with Halfass Customs!!

[@jamesruiz1776]

Yup Awesome 👍

[@EngineersGarage1]

COE, ramp truck and air ride checks all the boxes! Stoked to see how this one comes out

[@troyweatherford9874]

This is going to be a great project!

[@lorenmeyer5290]

WOW now that's a cab! Awesome guy's!!

[@thefreeak]

The term for the relationship between wheel centerline and balljoint/ spindle pivot axis is "Scrub radius". This thing is SICK.

[@bigdaddy741098]

The rendering looks sweet... I'm not quite sure how you're going to get that little toy chassis to match and look anything like it though lol. Are you sure you aren't going to regret getting rid of the original chassis that actually kinda slightly looked somewhat Exactly like the perfect dimensions because it was... you know.... Designed that way? Although that would probably be too easy for you lmao

[@pauldionne1665]

I thought the same thing. The weight on the front axle exceeds what the one ton can carry, even with air suspension. The cab will have to be cut to fit the frame.

[@deanmesserer3554]

Yep what I would have done as well but we'll wait & see how it pans out.

[@tomjones5974]

OG chassis looked good and only 15k miles. Drop twin turbo LS in that puppy. Boom.

[@adamschewe7166]

Well my two worlds just collided 😂. Been watching both of you from the start. I honestly fill my nights with both of your channels! I’m so down for this project, and collaboration. This is going to be killer

[@cowfrank]

This is too cool! These two are the best.

[@MakeItKustom]

Right on Adam! Yeah I’m pretty excited to get to work with Brent for a whole week! I feel like we can probably bang a lot of work out.

[@cheesynuts4291]

Can’t wait to see this one when finished! Stuck break drums? Zip wheel and an air hammer. Take er apart in chunks. Pretty quick that way.

[@freddysoto7021]

Yes Si 👍 thank you, it's going to be a badass 🐺🇨🇷🇨🇷🇨🇷💥🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁

[@brunocoutant4204]

Yes, this new project is really interesting. Lets go. Bruno from France.

[@noobFab]

This is an AWESOME project - so much cooler than the average bolt-on special. Really excited to see where you take this and whether you'll put any custom aesthetic touches on the styling?!

[@MakeItKustom]

Yeah I’m pretty open to ideas on that I think that the light bar will be coming off of it as well as the search Lights. Definitely going to add as much style into the bed as possible. Also will be building a custom front bumper

[@noobFab]

@@MakeItKustom Nice! Hopefully those hideous mirrors will be coming off?!? With the light bar coming off, it's really going to change the shape of the cab - flattening it quite a bit and making it look quite boxy. Custom fabbed mirrors could either allow you to really double down on the squareness or add some contrasting curves maybe? The custom bed sounds really cool - the roof overhang behind the cab could be something really cool to play with too. A place to build in a custom toolbox and wich housing, maybe more?

[@xozindustries7451]

Cool build, I built a ramp body car hauler on a f600 chassis. Those 1 ton frames really aren’t heavy duty enough to handle the weight of a full sized car, if you stick with a little hot rod you should be fine, also brakes aren’t really up to the task, plus stretching the frame makes the turning radius horrible. I know people do it, but when I built mine I wanted to drive cross country with no problems.

[@glassblastcollision]

I think he's trying to use sentimental value of his dads trucks into the build ,If he boxes the frame it should be fine. I'm sure if you spend some coin you could up grade the rotors,calipers and drums.

[@Sotarn81]

John from Sweden here. I am in to restore old vehicles as well but as an amateur. I’ve watched all of your videos and I love every one of them. This one is going to be really interesting. Keep up the good work!

[@shaunokeefe4943]

I started watching these videos awhile back and just realized I live 3 doors down the street from this shop. Lol can’t wait to follow the progress

[@briandrake9467]

I had 84 Monaco camper, original 454 with 48k miles, a p-10,? The cab forward steering was interesting it was cheap, I even raised my kids in it for a bit... A coe cab and a airstream trailer mounted, to make 50s dinner/food truck. Was a old dream..

[@briandrake9467]

Love the content...

[@briandrake9467]

Now I'm a traveling car salesman..

[@raymondrudino1471]

I have a 68 c40 in decent shape ran when I bought three years this is exactly what we want to do .thanks for these builds inspired for sure

[@jimbojones101]

Mad to see you collabing with Brent. I love his channel . . . new to yours tho so we will see but if your a pal of his I am sold!

[@OGRocker1]

Glad to see I'm not the only one that plays musical shop a lot😆🤣😂🤗

[@That70sChannel]

"This cab is rusted out; it's toast!" Kyle @Carter'sAutoRestyling "Hold my Moulson. . ."

[@MakeItKustom]

Yeah man he can make anything!

[@m37cdn]

Karl, you will be fabricating mostly all new crossmembers for the frame anyway, why not widen it ? You would have more room to tuck the engine between the frame rails. Another thing to consider is custom A arms for the front suspension, you could make them wider and have more room for the airbags....

[@brianmcpeek651]

Yes Yes Yes looking forward to every video you do on this Beauty!!

[@markbutler6634]

What an awesome, Low milage truck, Far out!

[@DustyMacsGarage]

Enjoyed this video!!!! Im excited to see how this build takes shape!!!!! I will be watching!!!

[@bruceaskin9645]

Heres another option , split the cab through the center, make it fit the chassis. But personally I would widen the chassis

[@alanpaulick7815]

Guy's this was really a fun video you made me laugh so much. I know that you will get this build looking good. Thanks for sharing this good times video

[@patreisinger142]

So cool to watch 2 brothers in sync!

[@gazza6348]

G'day mate awesome..you and Ellie work well together so adding Brent for some more flavour will be epic brother 👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@terryeustice5399]

Think with Brent’s Fabrication and yours. It’s going to be a awesome rig. Thanks for sharing!

[@shanehack871]

Oh this has to be the best collaboration on KZbin by far!

[@bigalsvwratrod7346]

Awesome design idea. Can't wait to watch the transformation

[@douglasschmitt6645]

Sweet! Can't wait to see this hauler finished with the baby Buick on the back!!

[@davemoulding8799]

I watch both of your channels and this is going to be fun to watch , kick ass you guys are the best on KZbin.

[@alanhicks3361]

H I Karl. Great content and work . Really looking forward to you and Brent working together on this one will be a great show and build . Two completely different styles and great ideas. Also like to add you two do the best videos I find informative and interesting. Alan hicks 🇬🇧

[@timhipkins7188]

I love what u do Karl! Weight distribution will be a problem. If the engine is to far back the truck will not want to turn under load.

[@geneschaffer4123]

Very cool build ! Way to keep us watching Karl!! Probably not the only subscriber that would like to see your brothers Chevy truck BBQ when he gets it done!

[@rockerpat1085]

Put The Back Wheel In The Front And The Front Wheel In The Back With The Other Dulley Wheel And It'll Look Right!!! Keep Rocking!!!

[@khb3892]

I found this channel through Brent, you're right he's an animal when it comes to building a project.

[@bigbosshoss8148]

Hell ya!!!!

[@rgs4x]

I drove a Rescue vehicle with that exact same cab with a 6V92TA diesel. It was a screamer!

[@user-dj7bw2ow7z]

Love the channel. Helped me a lot on all of my projects. Thanks for taking the time to put the videos together. I know how much effort making videos takes

[@americanfamiliesfirst2790]

Straight axle in the front, step notch rear and front. Mad freak street build.

[@Jackshock94]

Nice jobs Carl 👍. I can't wait to see what next step to custom chassis install the engine, suspension and everything nice fit on that fireman truck..

[@1b9e7n3z]

As always will do the things looks amazing, something very big coming,good luck

[@gazza6348]

G'day mate awesome dude been waiting for this one ever since you first showed us ages ago ..cool to have Brent in as well top channel he has there ..man I'm glued to this one buddy ..thanks 🙏🙏👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@rona1144]

This should be really good. Collaboration with Brent 👍

[@jimrky6062]

This is so cool! TWO of my favorite Canadian car channels working together! Whoo-hoo! Monster build.

[@tintat2]

Cut that front crossmember and the center link in the middle ---and from the lengthening place forward widen it a foot or so. ---Love your videos! Thx.

[@penguinbrand]

I kept seeing the cabover in your videos hoping you would build it. I'm excited to watch and I'm sure it will be SO COOL!

[@jasonhull5712]

Definitely a.. Ambitious project. Yeah, that's a perfect description. Let's dig in lol 👍🍻

[@drscrib99]

Love this new project Can't wait for the next video

[@rickska5437]

Nice to see that cab getting love. Maybe split the front crossmember and widen it? My buddy narrowed a Jag front end and put it under a 50 Chevy fastback. Just a thought. This build is gonna be killer!

[@BuildSomethingAuto]

28:00 I always keep a spray bottle with water in it near me when I'm welding or cutting for exactly that reason 😅. Also helps to cool off parts in a hurry if I need to and I'm not worried about warping. Handled the little fire well though! Good thing the floor dry you were using wasn't very flammable.

[@ghouliesgarage3922]

Looking forward to seeing this & Brent from Halfass kustoms he definitely has skillz

[@malcolmyoung7866]

This is NUTS!! The Dogs Nuts!!

[@tylerseabook9423]

This is gonna be beautiful where is Christina and her Cadillac? Haven’t seen that in a while

[@irritantno9]

Came to ask the same question

[@docdetroit146]

Everyone should have a wedge car hauler.

[@paulhedman7387]

I love it. This is going to be a hoot to follow.

[@David_11111]

Karl its your channel and its great we are just along for the ride :) do your thing ... but more :)

[@hotdogbri]

Looking forward to seeing what your do, i think we know but its going to be fun to watch...hi from the UK.

[@stevensilver1014]

looking forward to watching you build it up .

[@poolmotorrepairguyFL]

Jay the Florida pool pump motor repair guy. When Service Calls Longwood approved ! that was good info 2 know /see👨‍🔧good job !! MIK

[@davidkimsey9591]

This is going to be an AWESOME build! And by two of my all time favorite fabricators! All I can say is SWEET!

[@benjaminmergele333]

have an 12v Cummins swapped international 4700 in Texas that I bet would fit that cab perfectly if you decide to go a different direction 🤠. Already has a flatbed on it 😉

[@jackhume4532]

Wow, that truck certainly is going to be an interesting project to follow on you-tube and until part 2 TaRa for a bit.

[@ttonygreybeard]

Hey guys, I been in the Towing industry & truck mechanic most of my life & I cant wait to see how this turns out... looking forward to some halfass additions, My thought would be cut 6inchs out of the center of the cab(skinnyize it) & join it back together or cut & shut as we in Australia call it maybe lower the roof by a couple inchs too just to smooth out the look...just a thought 😉

[@darrellpodbevsek7774]

Looking forward to this build. I have a 1964 Ford N600 that I have been wanting to make a ramp truck out of. I'll be watching for ideas to steal from you!!

[@66jonnylingo]

Looking forward to this one👍🏿

[@corydriver7634]

Oh man! My two favorite Canadians are going to co-lab on a build! Sensory overload Dude! Looking forward to this build for sure!

[@herbiederby3394]

Karl I was always wondering about the cabover wow that would be a amazing build .....ITS FINALLY HAPPENING...lol..😆👍🙏

[@GypsyJvan]

this project oughta be fun to watched.. ..Black Art Forge..

[@jaywebb3105]

Spread the frame or make your own a arms. I'm sure Brent would have some ideas he is G.O.A.T. on custom stuff.

[@burthurt8365]

What a cool project . Wish I was there wrenching with you . 👍

[@fonhollohan2908]

You need to get yourself a old farm tractor so you can haul shit in and out of your shop. Looking forward to the rest of this build should be a great build. Yeah gotta, keep that ole phone and have it installed in the truck to work. What an excellent Truck, its a total gem. Most of these things in canada have been hauled to dumps and crushed. To have something like that an for it to be in such great shape is an awesome opportunity so you can give it, another life as a Ramp Truck Hauler is totally awesome. You only have to make a couple modifications by the looks of things. She's looking excellent thus far. LOL Can't wait to see this project unfold.

[@BsBrix]

Oh i know after 3 minuts of the video im gonna love this project 😎😎🤘🏻🤘🏻