Oregon BDR Prep and More Giveaways! Derale Fans, Yukon Chromo Axles, Baja Designs LP9

[@chrisbigbendgarage634]

When your building a project how do you know where to stop, how do you keep the snowball effect to a minimum and not end up blowing what was a reasonable budget into a small fortune, thanks for all your content it inspires me to continue my own suburban overlander build

[@WillometMotorFab]

I might be the worst to give advice on this, but I'll try. 1) focus on what you don't have, and prioritize upgrades based on increasing capability at first rather than refining 2) put off projects that last longer than 2-3 weekends and instead focus on weekend transformations 3) spend more money on fuel and tires and get experience in your truck and on the trail - best money you'll spend in the long run

[@ElectricDanielBoone]

Great production value in your videos! Very professional narration too. I saw Oregon in here, so I had to watch 👍

[@WillometMotorFab]

Sure glad you’re enjoying the channel!

[@xaviercalzada5264]

😂😂😂 the hood tap to get it open was hilarious our 83 blazer with the 6.2 does the same thing

[@WillometMotorFab]

I've come to embrace the hood tap. It's just part of the charm of our trucks.

[@icdproductions]

Thank you for the giveaway! I've sent you an email. I've always been told that electric fans were not the way to go on a project that required reliability so I was apprehensive about buying a fan for a work vehicle to solve an air conditioning problem we had. I did my research and ended up purchasing a Spal push type fan. I'm happy to say that it's outlasted the fan clutch in every vehicle we operate and that van has ran 8 hours a day 6 days a week for the past 2 years with it installed without a problem.

[@WillometMotorFab]

Got your note, and thanks for your great question. Good to know you've already run down the road I'm just starting, and have had good success. I need to make some airflow tweaks to my setup to take full advantage of the larger radiator.

[@CFairNH]

Love your videos! Definitely motivates me to work on my projects! My question is what has been the most fun trip you've taken with the Burb? The longer videos are great!

[@WillometMotorFab]

Hey man, thanks for being here. I'm glad the channel supports you just like your watching, sharing, and commenting does me. Most fun trip would definitely be my first run to Moab with my buddy Kurt. We took the long way via Pikes Peak and generally had a heckuva time there and back. The PNW trips are a close second, but we're filming on those and so that's a different pace.

[@CFairNH]

Very cool! Thanks for getting back to me! Keep up the good work! I know it's alot of time you put into it and it shows!

[@21kitkatbar]

Love seeing offroad footage of the 'burb, more please!

[@WillometMotorFab]

We're hitting the trail in two weeks!

[@Marcus_Woodard]

I’m sure you probably know this but replace your hood latch cable before it breaks on you. That will get you to being able to open the hood without the Chevy bump.

[@WillometMotorFab]

I learned that one the hard way man. Replaced maybe two years ago.

[@KIDHLRGarage]

Can you explain the collection on your garage wall? Do each of the parts hold sentimental value? Are they a progression of your build? Just rejects? Or just stone stuff that you liked how they looked on the garage wall?

[@WillometMotorFab]

Those are mostly parts from the suburban and a couple from the charger. On the main wall, I have four of the five different 6.2 and 6.5 intakes I've run. The other wall has the original suburban bumpers and the only decent quarter that came off the charger.

[@PrairieViewJim]

David, this channel has become an invaluable resource for my square body project. Thank you for the content and information as it is inspiring and certainly relatable. Why did you use rubberduck4x4 for the engine and was there any other supplier(s) considered before ordering?

[@WillometMotorFab]

Thanks for being here. I looked at all the other resellers, called GEP and asked, "with what reseller to you have the best relationship?" They directed me to RubberDuck. It really that simple. I figured if I needed support, that would be the best avenue for it.

[@roachwerks3043]

Nobody seems to touch on this… I really appreciate the film making of this channel! The original trail to sema documentary style videos are how i found your channel. The pacing, scene cuts, and voice over timing are top notch and keep my ADD engineer brain engaged. Do you have any tips for an amateur film maker? Especially revolving around fab/welding/mechanical work?

[@WillometMotorFab]

Hey, thanks for appreciating the effort I put into the photography. It's not easy, and I take inspiration from the TTS type documentarians out there. For me, it all starts with an outline, an idea, and a thumbnail for the video. I have a few short rules I follow - "show, don't tell," so I to keep each bullet of instruction to 1 min or less, cut length is used to drive the story forward, the mix of in person instruction and VO should mimic actual conversation, and I like to focus on the transitional or peak moments of the work. That's primarily for brevity and to maximize entertainment, but in support of the story I'm trying to tell.

[@overlandtowater]

Every time I watch one of your videos it makes me want to get in the shop and get to work. As a Suburban owner (9th gen, Gmt800) I am almost done with my build, what would you say your favorite part of using a suburban is? Although I have no need for the switch bracket, I do have someone I could gift it to, and this was a question I would really like to see the answer to. Thanks!

[@WillometMotorFab]

Yes! There's really no substitute for good time in the shop. I'm glad you're making good progress on your build. I've really come to enjoy the long distance adventures, because it's where the truck really shines. Low and slow crawling with epic landscapes is a close second, but a full day of driving followed by a quiet evening in camp and a good meal is tough to beat.

[@guidesoutdoors]

Hey David, thanks for the great content. If you’re new to building a rig, how do you choose which company to go with when buying parts. So many of them seem to be very similar. I don’t have money to waste buying products that aren’t going to work or are going to fail. Thanks

[@WillometMotorFab]

That's a good one. I like to buy directly from the manufacturer every chance I can. That's why I work with offroad design so much for anything that's touching dirt and chassisworks for the suspension. For tools, I like trick tools and mittler bros, and most other stuff I buy is from summit. I don't have dying loyalty to a local distributor, but will trust local shops and their recommendations.

[@jacobagnitsch1186]

Another great video on an awesome fullsize squarebody. Definitely is inspiring to see all the work done to it and makes me want to go out and work on my '83 GMC K2500. As someone who has wheeled a diesel for a while how do you feel it does compared to the plethora of SBC/ BBC and LS rigs out there? I am currently laying the groundwork for a swap in my truck. Building a Dana 60/ 14 bolt to go under it right now, so I can begin making my choice of engine fit. I am planning on an International DT360, sort of a more medium duty size and version of a 6BT. I know it will be a bit on the heavy side, but am taking that into account for my choice of parts and such. I am hoping that when it is done to take it to some trails around the country, as there isn't much in my part of Iowa, aside from the abuse it will see in snow covered fields and dirt roads during hunting season.

[@WillometMotorFab]

Thanks dude. I appreciate your question on gas/diesel. I think whatever engine gets you in the field and running reliably is a good one, regardless of fuel type. But, I do have a preference for diesel when it comes to adventuring and crawling. It's fuel efficient and has loads of torque, which is of greater value to me than peak hp. Lots of reliable gassers out there, and LS engines are super easy to setup and are very reliable and at a far lower cost than a diesel. I just have my preference.

[@spork929]

Awesome video!!!

[@WillometMotorFab]

Thanks buddy. Always so grateful for your support and insight.

[@v8felon]

Awesome vid what calipers are you running up front

[@WillometMotorFab]

Thanks! They’re 09 Dodge 3500 calipers from Powerstop.

[@andrewrenzetti6591]

What camera setup do you use? I’ve been wanting to do a build video of this super 60 I’m building for my suburban and I’m having a hard time finding a setup that is easy for me to move around the shop with. Also love the videos man, great content

[@WillometMotorFab]

Right now, it’s just a GoPro 10 and my iPhone 13. Lots of channels just use their phones to capture content.

[@andrewrenzetti6591]

@@WillometMotorFab Awesome thank you

[@troydecker9685]

My Burb is just a basic build. 350 th400 with a 241HD with a SYE. I have CUCV 1tons with 4:56 gears. Running a hodge podge lift to clear 35’s. I want to upgrade shocks. My question is do I spend the coin and go bypass or just stick with something like a Bilstine5125? It is mainly a daily but I do trail it. Just mainly log roads nothing crazy like the Runicon.

[@WillometMotorFab]

Good shocks never go out of style. There's a nice in-between option of 2.5" shocks from King or Fox. It's basically coilovers without the coils, rebuildable, and adjustable. 5125s are valved pretty soft, and don't tend to work well for our heavy trucks. Bypasses are end game, and probably only a good value with custom leaf springs or links.

[@nbs-spike5822]

I would love to hear your thoughts on YELLOW lights. WHY!?

[@WillometMotorFab]

I was on the fence about yellow or clear, that's why I have lenses over the regular LP9s and couldn't commit. But I'll tell you, yellow shows up really nicely at lower light levels, and it's easier on the eyes over time - less eye strain. I have more lights to go, both a mix of clear and yellow.

[@nbs-spike5822]

@@WillometMotorFab Makes sense. I thought they were for fog, not lighting up the water particles as much as the regular headlight beam, low on the vehicle/under the fog. I would have thought the yellow wouldn't allow certain colors to be visible.

[@WillometMotorFab]

My fogs will definitely be yellow, but I was really taken aback and how the LP9s with yellow lenses worked. They do wash out some color, but you very clearly see objects and shadows and completely understand what's ahead on the trail at speed.

[@dble5896]

What would be the best steering upgrade for your/other square body chevys? Cross over? Hydro assist? Different pumps? Etc.. absolutely enjoy the content. It's relevant to lots of square body fanatics such as myself. Thanks

[@WillometMotorFab]

There is a well defined path on this. Crossover steering for sure (offroad design is always my recommendation) with hydro assist with a good box and pump (PSC is my preferred). For trail-only trucks, full hydro is the end game.

[@wheelinchronicles]

Did you just call my tires small…..? 😂 time for 40s it is then

[@WillometMotorFab]

My perspective is skewed to be sure. Your truck makes me want to go back and do it all over again from stock. I love how yours is setup. But, I endorse any move you make toward 40s.

[@crew4x4]

Do you have a part number for those fans

[@WillometMotorFab]

Derale hasn’t released it yet.

[@TheOnlyBlackInMeWasWillieBrown]

What inspired you to create a KZbin channel?

[@WillometMotorFab]

I've always enjoyed telling stories and communicating ideas, and this is a platform where we get to demystify all the work needed to build a car, and show that with a little bit of patience, hard work, and some selected tools, we can do the same level of work that we see in magazines and online.

[@WingspeedGarage]

I’ve been running Spal fans on my 6.5 for a long time, but there will always be old conservative people who claims it’s not enough cooling… most likely they have tested cheap china ones if anything

[@WillometMotorFab]

I think you're right on. High quality fans can get it done.

[@brendanmingo3486]

How much horsepower does the engine crank out now?

[@WillometMotorFab]

Should be about 250hp and 515lb-ft. There's room to crank up the pump, but I need to improve my intercooling a bit to take full advantage.

[@benfyffe8797]

When are we going wheeling again?

[@WillometMotorFab]

It might be a minute. I've loaded up my build dance card pretty good, so BB23 is a bust for me.

[@benfyffe8797]

@@WillometMotorFab I wasn’t going to go this year but I talked myself into it. I want to revamp the truck into long runs and slowly acquiring parts.

[@derJackistweg]

IP 69: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schutzart

[@hutch273e]

I just have dual fans from champion when I bought my radiator and shroud , just cut a bunch of holes to let air flow to help it cool. And then seeing your fans blow the way they do, I shoulda bought those fans before I put it all back together 🤦🏻‍♂️ haha add it to the list I guess

[@WillometMotorFab]

These things really are next level. I probably wouldn't have entertained making the jump before Spal and Derale starting integrating these.

[@ClinkenbeardStrong]

Awesome content man. Your channel is an absolute gem of a find! I noticed, and I could be absolutely wrong. But it appears that you are running an equal length link setup on the front of the burb, is this correct?? If so what made you choose that design over others? I've always been under the impression that you want to run a shorter upper link so you don't affect cast through suspension travel. Either way, thanks for the entertaining and informative videos.

[@WillometMotorFab]

The upper links are shorter by (I think) 1/2”. It’s all part of the ORD setup. There’s more detail back in the link supplement series.

[@ClinkenbeardStrong]

@@WillometMotorFab I thought about that after I posted that question. I'll have to go check that out.

[@karstenwelch2814]

Amazing quality as usual. Sadly I am having to sell my old project burb. Sometimes life hits hard and the finances are not where they should be. just trying to pull my family out of sudden debt and cant give the ride the love it deserves. I'll still be watching and enjoying the content. After all, like all things in life a setback is just that and isn't permanent. Keep having fun out there.

[@WillometMotorFab]

Family is always the most important thing. Take care of that good foundation, and you’ll have many more chances to build the truck you want.

[@karstenwelch2814]

@WillometMotorFab Thank you.

[@monette44]

Beauty!

[@kristopherluppino336]

Another great video. The electric fan upgrade is definitely on my list of things to. The control it offers will be worth it.

[@WillometMotorFab]

I think it really is a game changer for airflow management.

[@lainsmith3716]

What's happening with the charger build?

[@WillometMotorFab]

If you’ve been following me on IG or here on Shorts, you’ll see some detail around the front end coming together. That project is my primary focus for the next several months.

[@carolynlawson345]

Can you replace your diesel with a 350 so I can follow you better for my 350😁😁😅

[@WillometMotorFab]

Haha! I know, my junk is kind of niche. Lots of SBCs out there running strong. How many miles on yours?

[@carolynlawson345]

@@WillometMotorFab 179000

[@rockymtnredneck4888]

You came to the same decision I did with air flow. Don’t care what peak pull of a clutch fan is. I’m not always in the right RPM band. I modified a 2008 Suburban shroud and e-fans to fit my 98 Suburban. I have been totally happy with the set up. I can turn it off if I want to dunk the truck or warm up in sub zero temps.

[@WillometMotorFab]

Good to know it's worked so well for you. I'm glad to drive in your ruts.

[@anthonyraines5951]

Great as usual brother! Thank you!

[@WillometMotorFab]

Thanks man. Appreciate the kind words, and I'm glad you're here.

[@arronlowe7458]

Fantastic video, great work! Definitely going to have to pick up some of that paint. You’ve also got me thinking about a new fan and radiator setup for my jk. Looking forward to seeing you out on the trail again one of these days!

[@WillometMotorFab]

Hey buddy! Glad you're here! So many good memories from our trip in this video. I'll look forward to when we're together again. Hit me up if you're ever in town.

[@justanotherjeep]

When it comes to building a vehicle, how do you choose the next modification to be completed. Do you prefer building in stages a little at a time, or do you prefer a full teardown and rebuild in one shot. Love the channel, the helpful tips, and the extremely detailed fab work.

[@WillometMotorFab]

If you just have one project, I suggest focusing on weekend-long projects, prioritizing what you don't have rather than refining, spending more money on fuel and tires, and avoid the temptation to kill a project with scope creep. Now, if you have a second project and the first one is running and you can enjoy it, then I start to get open to the idea of a full teardown and build, but you have to be open to that garage lifestyle.

[@justanotherjeep]

@WillometMotorFab That's definitely solid advice. Keeping one vehicle operational while digging deep into other projects is wise. Too many projects isn't a good plan, as well as managing scope creep.

[@carolynlawson345]

Such a beautiful shop. Good room and layout

[@WillometMotorFab]

Thank you. It's small, but gets the work done.