No Pain, No Gain With The Rat Rod Tow Truck!

[@Jakeermann88]

As someone who has a father with dementia I love watching someone rebuilding something that’s there father’s.

[@larryfreeman7979]

Cool to see Grandma Lolly supervising her too little boys in the shop. There better be no cussing going on. great to see Ben and Paul getting along in the shop.

[@robpeabo509]

Your Mum must be so proud two of her boys are working together! The Rat Rod Tow Truck will be absolutely great after you guys have finished the work you guys are doing on it.

[@bertbccfu9564]

I'm kind of jealous I haven't talked to my brother in 15 years I wish we could get along but we cannot

[@MrGaryGG48]

Oh, she's proud of them alright. I'd bet that she also is quite aware of Ben's skills at shaking his head and rolling his eyes when Paul does something goofy! He seems to get quite a lot of practice!! 🤣👍

[@countrymule9623]

Dear Fab Rats gang, please let me come and give y'all a short crash course on maching please. I was a machinist for forty plus years and I was doing my best not to holler at y'all setting up the case. Y'all do a remarkable job on all these builds. But just a couple of days and I could turn you into a pretty dang good machinist cause you have a really good mechanical mindset. I've got indicators, toolbits, gage blocks, dial bore gages, OD and ID mics and just way to much to list of precision tools I purchased through the years. I'd be more than happy to donate to them to you just so they are used. These tools aren't made in China!

[@Walkeranz]

Sounds like you should make a trip and pay a visit. It would be cool to watch some basic machining setups and techniques.

[@78Gatorbait]

I was looking for this comment. I'm not a machinist by trade but was thinking please indicate in the head, then indicate in the case. Maybe the case was sitting on a square surface. Then when the bearing dropped in that easy all I could think about was the race turning. I hope it all works out long term.

[@benwah65]

That could be fun to learn how to do the best way stop in

[@bertbccfu9564]

I was wondering should have that been a press fit on that transfer case or does that get clamped in position? I saw that it had a retaining ring on the outside of the bearing I was just wondering if the race is going to spin, I worked on pumps for years and building electric motors so I know a little bit about bearings

[@JCPaintGuy]

It’s so cool to see you and Ben keeping your Dad’s truck alive and working. Paul, you and your crew give me inspiration to keep moving forward, despite my health challenges, and work on the projects I want to do. I have an ‘89 Caravelle cuddy cabin that I’m going to pull the motor out and rebuild, and then restore the gel coat, out a new interior in, and get onto the lake - and I’m going to do it with our oldest son. Then it’s build a hot rod time! I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 3-1/2 years ago, but I refuse to give up. I struggle daily with some relatively simple tasks, but watching you guys gives me inspiration and confidence that no matter what, I can make these plans a reality. Thank you, Michelle, the kids, Randall, and now Ben. May God continue to bless, guide and protect you all, and give you even more success! You all rock!!

[@garretthunterhodges]

God will bless you Brother!!! In Jesus name, Amen!!

[@bigtsperspective5831]

Hay Paul those seats tilt forward for that reason . It’s farmer thing 😘

[@paulcoulsonpauline.gcoulso7953]

Good to see your mum drop in to see her boys at work. We all know that this truck has very strong family conections, and it will reflect the families approch to life as in we will make it happen. it will go anywhere to get the job done. No mountain too step for you guys. it will always have someone specail ridding along with you Paul. So your old mate is there helping you to put it together and enjoying the laughts. You don't have to see him to feel that. Bloody good to see a strong family working together, cuzzy included. It won't be long before your boys start making a mark in life, and you Paul along with your wife Michelle have given them an awesome start. lets hope one day we will see a graet you tube video with one of your boys doing some thing really cool in that great old family truck towing back some future electricail junk that has broken down. I found your channel by of cause Matts Off Road but I have grown to love it, so thank you for some great entertaining videos from the Fab Rat Team. kept it going.

[@josh41976]

OK, the machining of the 205 was a level up for Fab Rats. Y'all are awsome

[@ModernDayTemplar606]

Nice to see Michelle’s smiling face back in the garage. Praying 🙏 for her recovery. Thanks FabRats for a update on the Rat Rod Tow Truck.

[@ronnydowdy7432]

Love watching you two working together and Michelle is ALWAYS a plus.

[@jamesbigham9036]

I love how this is a family channel you never know who will make a surprise appearance. I am glad to see Michelle is doing better in my opinion she is a very important part of this channel. I love the commentary between Paul, Ben and Randall being around those guys would be a lot of fun. Keep up the great work everyone

[@paulhall170]

You shouldn't be able to enjoy a couple of guys pulling stuff apart and putting it back together this much, but I DO!! Making the mundane entertaining, one roller bearing at a time, top work, guys (and the lovely Michelle)

[@francesrice7898]

Your mom is so precious. I am so happy yo see you brothers working together. Great video. 👍👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@knightshappyfarm]

Really enjoy Randall as an addition to the shop. He 'balances" Paul out a bit.

[@TheBagel73]

Good to see Grandma Lolly come in for the final eyecrometer measurements !!!

[@dianeenlow123]

Ben has been a great add to the shop. Happy you have your brother helping you out with all your projects.

[@DonAshcraft]

It was so sweet to see your mom! She was watching and enjoying what you guys were doing. Loss of a loved one is never easy and you never completely get over it. But she looks like she was doing well under the circumstances. I'm sending much love your family's way! 🧡

[@danielcoll6803]

2 hours of snow blowing a spring snowstorm this morning. I walk inside for hot coffee to warm up and find a brand new Fab Rat video. This morning is going well for me. Thank you!

[@donaldbrown6044]

I bet Grandma loves seeing 2 of her boys working together and having fun.

[@manchurob6432]

Really have not much of a clue what you are doing, or even what a 205 is. As is true with most of your videos. But will tell you...you and your people sure do make it interesting and fun to watch. Thanks for bringing this entertainment to my neck of the woods. Gives us something positive to look forward to. You all are awesome!

[@kosta16auto]

It was very amusing before but since Randal and the brother joined is even better.

[@jeremydiamond8824]

Love it lol “ like a glove “🧤 Ace Ventura Jim Carey!! 😎👍🏻🇺🇸🦅love the vlogs

[@marcusa3911]

The thing I liked about the 205, I had 2H 2L N 4H 4L in a '78 3/4 ton Ford.

[@twodogsyyc6729]

Tractor seat should flip forward all you need to do is remember to do it every time lol.. Great vid as always

[@lisaschlomach2662]

Randall-love your calming laid back talk. Glad you’re a part of the show.

[@danielstevens3372]

this one is for Randall I like your voice and don't pay the haters any attention.

[@montegtaylor]

My dad had tractor seats that were old and cracked. You had to remember if it had rained in the last several days before you sat down, even if the top was dry. Good memories.

[@Shilohii65]

Love ❤️ the “ending!!!” Nice “seat” there Paul. Droopy Draws Paul.

[@jrzyboy99]

7:06 into the episode before instructions were consulted…awesome! Fake till you make it! Thinking maybe instead of FabRats maybe should be FamRats…definitely great seeing your channel evolve becoming more and more a family affair! Can’t wait to see your Dad’s wrecker out working, he’ll be there right next to you! 👍👍👍

[@burro4x454]

Hey I don't know if this is an episode y'all would want to do, but I'm super curious about Paul's utility crane he built. I have a small shop in Virginia where I rebuild classic Land Rovers and a crane like that would be incredibly useful. Do you think you might ever post a video detailing how he made it and what kind of weight it can hold, bearings he used, just an overview of the construction, etc? Love the channel, love that I can watch it with my kids, and I'm glad y'all are doing well with it. Take care!

[@777supertrucker]

Man how cool is it to have your mom come in and be interested in building your tranny and transfer case. You bringing in your brother is like having the dynamic duo at work. Love your videos 👍🇺🇸

[@jimwatkins5650]

Just wanted to leave y’all a positive comment I believe your the best KZbin rabbit hole find ever great videos great family content fantastic keep it up

[@applemikesgarage4621]

Paul, it's so good to see you and your brother working together. Just lost a brother a couple weeks ago. Young brother didn't see it coming. Sorry to be a downer. Enjoy each other and have fun. Thanks, Applemike

[@loraleecox2599]

I'm sorry for your loss

[@donwilliams3626]

Paul has an inventory control system like none other. He buys scrap parts and stacks them around the yard. When he needs a part he looks around piles and piles of parts till he finds one. After he disassembled it and combines the best looking of those parts. If necessary he mills and modifies things to make good as used parts. And it works 87% of the time!

[@maxironpaw]

New tractor? Nice.

[@dannop2562]

From my experience, there’s not much more dangerous (or fun) than brothers ‘working’ together in a garage…

[@paulquiroz4070]

Grandma Lolly must be really happy seeing his kids working together.... Happy for all of you....

[@johnme7049]

Nice to see your Mom smile, and see Michelle laughing. So glad she is doing well. You all be safe and God Bless.

[@jasonwilson2377]

I'm not a mechanic best I can do is hand tools to my dad but I love this channel n fab rats is awesome 👍😎

[@dalegnodle]

You guys make a good team. :) Good show!

[@davepg4173]

At first I thought that was Matt in the thumbnail. I always thought your dads tow truck was awesome. Can’t imagine how much better it’s going to be.

[@Sakratic]

Beautiful seeing momma and her two boys!!! 👏

[@hossblur1]

Everytime Michelle walks in the shop, Paul gets that little smile. Dude obviously is whipped😉

[@mmartian1969]

Running gears that low also makes it fun to put it in 1st-low-low, then get out and stack your own rocks. I’ve been on the rubicon with Marlin where he dropped it in 1st-low-low-low and walked next to the truck as it walked through the obstacle.

[@barbarahamilton2959]

Where do i buy fabrats T-shirts? I want to make sure I go to the right website. We enjoy watching fabrats because if you mess up you don’t edit, another words you guys are real not fake. We also like that your whole family is included, nice to see you teaching your boys 👍🏽

[@mikeewenson9824]

Awesome videos love this channel..and yes paul it's always nice to see Michelle walk in with her beautiful smile and to hear her laugh.. And to see gramma's intrests in your work..you have a great family there .. Take care from Quebec Canada

[@terrywells3955]

I heard her in the background laughing so I'm assuming she's doing better . And Paul we've all one time or another have sat in something wet lol great job can't wait to see it in the toe truck .

[@terrywells3955]

@@coldwarveteran6211 dang phone lol

[@FuManDrew365]

I like the cut of your jib guys lol.. everyone messes up sometime whether big or small but it happens.. and you guys dont hide it thats what makes y'all soo special in the youtube auto world.. keep up the great work 👍 👏

[@Wooden-things]

I happen to dislike turning wrenches sooooo much, but watching y'all do it is very entertaining. And y'all appear to be having FUN doing it.

[@dob1662]

I love how you build with used parts and have a yard full of spares, it's a real skill making things work, movie ref, Ace Ventura, come on Paul that ones easy 😜

[@deniseleppanen9016]

My tip of the day…..flip those seats up on the way out that way they don’t collect water or burn your behind when you sit on it on a sunny day. 👍 That’s what I call winnin’ ! 🎉🎊

[@doughubble3578]

Workin on Dads truck that’s awesome. He would be proud of his boys.

[@beau7160]

much respect to the man who says we need to make a junkyard run and means his own junkyard

[@lindagarner8411]

Great to see 2 brothers working together so seamlessly, and Michelle is so fun! Also love seeing how the kids are welcome members of the shop.

[@twotwentyswift]

400K Subscribers and counting! Watching you guys grow has been awesome!!!

[@craigpimlott7588]

grandma Lolley is looking really well ,the epitome of that generation ,whatever crap life throws at you they get on with it ..your dad would be proud of what you're doing with his truck ,good on you lads and lasses ,,

[@opiealvin]

Nice to see two brothers get along (mostly) and complete a project. Haha.

[@paulreiche2746]

None of us believed you could do that! Well done!

[@arronsondrini380]

Damn good to have a extra set of hands in the shop :)

[@gerryhartung736]

Paul says, "I love it when a plan comes together!

[@charlesalden9167]

I'm so happy Bens there. 2 brothers working together twice the fun . And working on the rat rod truck dad used & the smile on your moms face that you two are working together ❤. Once again Michelle your editorial top notch. FAB RATS WELDING will always be my favorite. & COUSIN MERLIN every so often. Love Randall's comments running the camera. Your all the best & my prayers are with you all 🙏 ✌ 💘 😊

[@williamlind2843]

I love seeing your mom watching her two sons work together. So cool. My mom died at 59, not that she would have come out to the garage anyway.

[@aaronb4286]

400,000 subs…nice job!

[@paulquiroz4070]

Paul, you have a great team with your brother and cousin all together.... Now, the part of getting Landon his own truck, is was to give him the freedom of being picked up and he could also pick up his brothers... I guess, the picking up kids part never stops.... lol

[@aglenrios]

It is fun watching you and your brother work together.

[@gary-gilbert]

You need to find a way to keep that shift knob on the truck. make it the 4x4 lever or something. It looks like it should stay part of the truck.

[@greggaskey5336]

best way to enjoy my morning coffee.. Good Morning :)

[@Microphone73]

Good to have great friends! Hello from Korea.

[@RickDominick69]

I love the np205. Best darn transfer case ever. I built 3 and their sitting in my garage waiting for warmer weather.

[@hedalope]

Can't wait to see the truck back in action!

[@henrycarlson7514]

A fine example of why machine tools are good to have, It also helps to know how to use them. Thank You

[@chipprice1174]

One thing I like about your vids,... you show it all, the good and the bad. You don't attempt to cover up mistakes like a lot of guys do on these type channels, and that's life. Everyone does it and you make it real. The 203.205 doubler is an awesome and very strong set up! I hate to admit it, it is stronger than my Atlas. I'm lower, but my rig couldn't take the abuse that will be required from this old truck. Speaking of lower, Unless one of those cases have a lot deeper gear than what I know of, which is around the 2.9 low range, you should end up with more like a 4.0:1 low low gearing in just the T-cases. Which with your tire size and gearing you are going with, will be so much better than what you had. A lot of my friends end up going with the turbo 350 for two reasons, you can put a deeper first gear in them from a 700R4 tranny, and with the Turbo 400 you very often have to run a two piece front drive shaft because of the pan size of the 400. If and when you have to run a 2 piece front drive shaft, look for a forged carrier bearing. The cast ones can and will explode on you. Seen it, and it's not pretty. Since this truck will be responsible for not only it's on weight, but that of other vehicles, I do think it's the way to go. Oh and since it's a "rat Rod" get creative with all three of the shifter knobs ;) Good luck with the rest of the build. My only complaint is that I have to wait so long between vids! If it were up to me, one a day would not be enough LOL, Thanks for all the sharing!

[@michaeltablet8577]

Great video as always! What skill and courage to resize that hole! Well done! Happy to see Michelle and Grandma at the shop! God bless you all!

[@michaelsullivan2631]

How's Michelle feeling after the crash ? Your VERY BLESSED to have her with No major injuries . Like how U are keeping Grampa's tow truck going on.

[@josephprentice8354]

Should do a name that part with grandma lolly she might surprise the group

[@norcoredneck]

Love how Grandma taking interest in Grandpa’s tow truck.

[@gayle4804]

This was an awesome video with 2 brothers working together and the mom comes in You put a smile on my face and a giggle or two 😀

[@daven7915]

I like the way you explain what you're doing step, by step. It's all about the fab! Thank you for ensuring the closed captions are working. They are my only option for knowing what you're saying.

[@rolandtb3]

Great banter and excellent mill work. Fits like a glove. It works.

[@timvanasen6711]

Paul & Ben make a great team in Fab Rat's fashion you're mama must be so proud to see her boys working together fixing up their pa's rat rod wreaker, great video 😉👍

[@novavroomvroom6809]

Good morning everyone,,, this is another great morning having breakfast and sipping on coffee while watching Fab RATS....!!!!

[@The-Deadbolt-Deputy]

I’m enjoying having Ben around.

[@SchneiderClassics]

great work guys keep at er

[@ecurb2]

Love 20 minutes of bearing beaters and hole borers. Love the vid guy. Kudos to Michelle to sit and listen to drill farts.

[@mrpopps6322]

YOu two working together is a great addition to the channel. Love you guys

[@spinracing]

Love the new dynamic with your brother in the shop. Randal and your brother helping has really improved your apparent mood, and dynamic. Its really great to see you all working together.. keeping the motivation even when things inevitably go wrong. As they do for us all when working on cars outside the parts swapper box. Love it.

[@thomasbailey8306]

Boy the old wrecker is going to be a Beast when You Guys are done with it..Great Job to you all. And Video as always.

[@jimefflandt9609]

It's always great to see the two of you working together. And it's good to see Michelle she looks better from the accident. Good to see your family always together. Paul thanks for the enjoyable videos

[@aydenparsons7843]

“Like a glove” ace Ventura pet detective and in “when nature calls” great movies and I’m 21! Glad I was brought up watching those older movies!

[@randyc4959]

I rebuild the 205 in my 1-G-D. After nearly 20, it's still in there, doing it's thing without complaint. I remember sorting out issues with the parts kit (input shaft bearing sizes were wrong) and having to consult my transmission man for setting up the bearings on the countershaft. Mid January, working outside, trying to get it re-installed by myself, was not easy. I envy you having so much good help available. I recently found out that my transmission man now has a store/shop in Billings, MT. What was "Quad 4x4" is now "Torque King" and they carry or even make a lot of stuff that is often sought after. That includes a lot of upgrade items, for replacing OEM parts that turned out to be ... not so great. So, there's another parts source to add to your call list ... Dan did the upgrade on my transmission, and I've had zero issues with it. Absolutely no problems with transmission or the installation. After 20 years, that deserves an endorsement.

[@sethseeley9645]

The dynamic between Paul and Ben is splendid, so glad he joined the crew, although I do keep thinking it’s Matt from MORR in the thumbnails

[@sniperlif3]

Love that you have been working together, you both together complete each other with skills. I feel like us viewers have seen more progress on your projects. Maybe it is just me.

[@kevinwright8524]

Love watching your channel something the whole family can enjoy watching together

[@rogerpotter6417]

It's a lot of fun watching you work on every thing I'm a disabled veteran and can't work anymore be safe and careful Roger Potter

[@kansaman1]

That looked like fun!!! Nothing like working with family!!!

[@edwaldo23]

Great to see Fab Rats having enough success to start adding more of the fam to the team. Not that just Paul/Michelle wasn't great but enjoying the additions to the channel too!

[@D3S1N3R]

You all are serious mad scientists to be able to understand and Frankenstein all these components together. My mind is blown at your knowledge and expertise.

[@robertjean659]

Best part of this channel is that you show the hiccups as well as the good stuff. 🇦🇺🇦🇺👍👍

[@SuperIanjohnson]

It's great to watch Paul and Ben working [and having fun] together. The banter is brilliant. Well done, guys.

[@kezzatries]

Good evening from down under.