I like what you said about not everyone has 100k to spend on a new truck.. the 12 valve is reliable and legendary..
@dennislockhart72902 жыл бұрын
18 years welding and 16 year veteran truck driver here, and just wanted to say amen, but they don't listen... I said it in your post before, that ole pete would be fun to drive..
@stephenabril70842 жыл бұрын
As a retired truck driver ( because I finally had enough of idiots trying to run me off the road and then call my boss and complain!) I salute you Steve!!!
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Stephen!
@dhackens2 жыл бұрын
I was at your shop in 2019 , I like to come back , you got one cool shop .
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan!
@hotshothauler2 жыл бұрын
Damn good message to start this off. I'm hauling a 40ft goosneck and weighing in at 40,000 at the heaviest and people don't realize I can't stop quickly.
@timburnette59142 жыл бұрын
My dad was a over the road truck driver. Coast to coast ever week and he talked about those damn idiots that you just mentioned. Made him mad as hell! He would agree with you 100%. But he’s passed on now so just the memories! Thanks brother!
@TATTDIS2 жыл бұрын
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@markhawkinsmarkhawkins64172 жыл бұрын
Yr welcome and sorry to here that. I bet we would have made great friends too. I am disabled now, but I drive trucks for 30 years, I loved it.
@big_daddy_pp2 жыл бұрын
Damn you Steve, I got enough of a problem with shitbox cars and trucks following me home but now after watching a few of your videos I'm inspired. you bastard.
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
LOL! Just keep watching!
@steveswart81202 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve for taking us along, always interested in what you are up to.
@scottrobinson96662 жыл бұрын
Keep them coming steve. We will take any video you got time to make for us.
@keithwright78742 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the ride enjoyed the video 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Keith!
@terryvuylsteke24342 жыл бұрын
You Steve(A.K.A.) the metal surgeon are awesome! Keep the videos coming brother, and as always, cheers from Canada!!!
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Terry, I think I like that title, " Metal Surgeon". Thanks you, nice of you to say. Cheers to Canada!!!
@craigmaverick2 жыл бұрын
I bought a new 2005 Dodge Ram 2500, last of the 5.9's, 6 speed manual, black, 4x4, quad cab, long bed truck that I still have today with only 113K miles on it. Love that truck and it was only $35K back in 2005. 100K for a new truck is crazy!!
@1982MCI2 жыл бұрын
I bought a new one in 2001 and it was $32k. Wish I still had it today!
@repalmore2 жыл бұрын
I've done things like put a jack under the axle to get my ramps out and even used extra ramps and chain them down to support the back axle. I've had three extra cab long bed trucks on a 53'. Even had two 20' and one 40' containers on that same trailer. I miss trucking.
@cobra45cola2 жыл бұрын
Just started putting a '49 f135 body on a first gen 12 valve 4x4 chassis. Have to thank Steve and the Welderup crew for the inspiration and drive for all of my rat rod builds. Keep it up!
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks cobra45cola, I appreciate your comment.
@barrychouinard40192 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of a taught lesson when you discussed the Miata and a semi truck. "When crossing rail road tracks, just keep in mind, the train never looses".
@allenlicher66532 жыл бұрын
Finding treasures in the desert is awsome, keep it up Steve, cool stuff will always be cool stuff!😎
@HogshooterHotrods2 жыл бұрын
Love the 12 Valves and having the sense to not cut up a truck that needs to be used in its original form, make money on that one to build another!
@anthonygarcia19932 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir for saying what you say about Truckers around the world a lot of people don't understand when you're get behind the wheel and especially if you have been driving lot of hours on the road takes a toll on you and then Here Comes a crazy ass guy or girl and they have no idea what's going on when they get in front of you like that thank you for what you do and keep on trucking your buddy out of San Antonio Texas Big Mack attack
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Always happy to help the truckers. It can be frustrating for sure. Thanks for watching.
@larrybreuer44952 жыл бұрын
Your opening comment, about 4wheelers cutting off big rigs, was spot on!(from a “son of a trucker”) l did spend some time behind the wheel when I got old enough to do it legally…but, I had A LOT of hours in the jump seat watching a lot ignorant drivers to some REALLY stupid shit! 👍👍❤️
@richardbbaugh812 жыл бұрын
Drove truck for a long time, you couldn't be more right
@nopl8s4482 жыл бұрын
On the east coast both of those trucks are damn near mint !! And that 75% on the road, you're spot on !!
@brucekocher82412 жыл бұрын
As a 30 year truck driver, I appreciate you putting that message out to the dumb asses that can’t appreciate how hard it is to stop when they pull their fuckery. Thank you, great video as always.
@dennislockhart72902 жыл бұрын
If only they would listen out here
@rickbarger79212 жыл бұрын
I can't get enough of seeing that Peter built that thing is just awesome man Thanks for the videos I'll always enjoy him
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rick!
@countrygentleman40842 жыл бұрын
@@WelderUpVegas 3500 dually truck for sale like it is
@kellyw94592 жыл бұрын
@@countrygentleman4084 I've got an 08 dodge duelly. 6.7
@raiderjohnthemadbomber86662 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Steveo. Love what you do and I really miss your show .
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks JustRaiderJohn. We miss doing the show. In television your in one day and out the next. Really appreciate you watching my KZbin.
@raiderjohnthemadbomber86662 жыл бұрын
@@WelderUpVegas Wouldn't miss it for the world.
@brianherron54002 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the ride along, it was great 👍.
@Airplanefish2 жыл бұрын
Looks like your havin a good time. Nice to see you get out of the shop for a few hours and enjoy time to yourself
@bryanhoward6672 жыл бұрын
Good to see you again brother peace .
@jakespeed632 жыл бұрын
Dammit Man...I remember prepping these when they were brandy new, at the Dodge dealership. We sold the crap out of these trucks. People loved them, although I also remember rebuilding the Transmisson in a ton of them as well. Good score.
@markmatsko33222 жыл бұрын
Lived in Vegas 40+ years sure miss it sometimes thanks for the ride!!
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
I love Las Vegas. You need to come back for a visit. It's changing everyday. Evidently lots of other like it here to. Thanks for going on the ride with me.
@maxmartinez90802 жыл бұрын
mi wife and i we love your videos, mi wife drive a 98 cummins and i have a 95, 3500 bad ass trucks one of the best engines, can you make more videos we love your videos Steve
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
I will! Thanks to you and your wife for watching. Appreciate it!
@Georges732 жыл бұрын
En heb je er al over na gedacht wat ik je zij dat je mijn zegen hebt. Greetings from Belgium and my Georges 🥳🥳🥳👍👍👍
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much and greetings from Las Vegas to you in Belgium!
@Georges732 жыл бұрын
Ik hoop dat je meer video's maakt zoals van je leven daar zijn veel mensen voor in. En ze vragen daar ook naar als ik van jouw was zou het gewoon doen. Greetings from Belgium and my Georges 🥳🥳🥳👍👍
@matthewhutchins42842 жыл бұрын
Dude I didn’t know yal was on KZbin. Between yal and puddins fab shop is the best channels on KZbin. Now I have something to watch while ole puddin is making a video.
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Nice to have you Matthew. Thanks for watching!
@davidlough21822 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Steve can't wait for the next one keep up the good work 🤟😎
@keithbriere2 жыл бұрын
Yes, that was fun. Thanks! 🇨🇦
@allyk55132 жыл бұрын
I’m a man and I love you you make my day better we need it right now in the world
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy my videos!
@matthewhutchins42842 жыл бұрын
Awesome truck man, between you and heavy d with the black truck. Bout the baddest two trucks in the USA.
@Mosiert932 жыл бұрын
9:00 hell yea Steve, that's why I'm 12v swapping my old chevy crew cab. I could spend $100k on a nice truck today and it still wouldn't be the truck i WANT.
@Dwayne78342 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video . Great looking trucks. Keep the videos coming.
@caroleneill59732 жыл бұрын
Another great video, so enjoy watching you on your wee travels and all the different places you go to and what you get up to, keep the videos coming 🏴🤩💯 xx.
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again Carole, always appreciate your comments! I will keep them coming.
@davidgeiman20122 жыл бұрын
Steve Like seeing the Ole Peterbilt. Like to see in a future upcoming video of the two V-12
@anthonytrombley39642 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah brother, one day I hope to be able to do what you do.could Never have to many 12vs no matter what the ol lady says. Seeing your work is what inspired me since I first saw your show as a kid n I appreciate that
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Anthony, nice to hear!
@Fatspurios2 жыл бұрын
Well that was cool. Excellent finds indeed. Cheers. UK.
@geoffkeller53372 жыл бұрын
Great video and thank you for taking us along. I have an early 98 with the 12 valve, quad cab, short bed, 2WD and auto. I'm looking to build a Ramcharger but on a 2nd gen platform and long wheel base.
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Right on Geoff!
@danbedford54192 жыл бұрын
Nice trucks Steve nothing sounds better than a Cummins turbo diesel, nothing more reliable
@shanedelgado95672 жыл бұрын
Love your videos and projects Steve I'm a trucker from Cali and I'm with u on these clowns getting on the fwy doin 40 and once you brake they punch the gas🤡keep up the good work and those guys you got the trucks off had some good projects there.stay safe brother and keep the hammer down👍
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Shane!
@chevelleranch74812 жыл бұрын
Nice score on the pair of Cummins trucks! Im with you on your rant about the way people drive these days....its like everyone is trying qualify for the pole at a nascar event with their kia's and other factory sponsored race cars.
@mr1pearl2 жыл бұрын
Great grabs man I forgot how much I missed the show and now I know where you are 👍
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Happy to have you along Bill!
@krishimmel67472 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah you can get some pretty good deals out here in Las Vegas I drive truck over here locally in Vegas I fuel up at the TA there on blue diamond every other day
@Yukonjackman12 жыл бұрын
We have a 2nd gen 2001dodge diesel 4x4, love it
@hubertrobinson88252 жыл бұрын
Love those 2nd generation Dodge truck had to get rid of my 02 because of California emissions I'm running an F250 now but I'm thinking on going for one of those early trucks whenever I can find an affordable one
@AAURAW1812 жыл бұрын
Hey Steve heading to Two Brothers Junk Yard just right out of Pahrump tomorrow, building something new. Will see you at your shown in a few weeks with my Diesel Kart. Tom.
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Will see you there Tom!
@lilgoofyproductions48962 жыл бұрын
Great vid y'all need to bring back make it run again
@scottpella74192 жыл бұрын
I used to work for Bulk Transportation where your long bed extra cab came from. That's funny! Both look like good solid builder trucks!
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Right on! Like your comment!
@lyndonhamby74322 жыл бұрын
Love these Cummins videos. You’re the man 👍
@richardhoneywell74112 жыл бұрын
Great video Steve Those are nice looking trucks you bought.
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@caddydaddy67282 жыл бұрын
Wow I would like to find trucks that clean in Michigan Impossible lol nice truck👍👍
@richardharvey89392 жыл бұрын
Always fun to ride along with ya.
@spencerpetersen52752 жыл бұрын
Man alive!! Up here in Canada that red truck would sell for a shit-ton ah cash as is!! No rust!!
@ronhodgkinson76832 жыл бұрын
Dude where the He@# have you been. Love your work and designs. Glad to watch the progress going on.
@clayfist40332 жыл бұрын
What a awesome video like always keep up the good work can’t wait to see your next video thanks 🙏
@georgeprietz44242 жыл бұрын
Please more KZbin content bro. You’d be the best channel on here for sure!!!
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks George, appreciate your comment!
@georgeprietz44242 жыл бұрын
@@WelderUpVegas I can’t wait to check out the swap meet!! Welderupvegas is the best attraction in Vegas!!!
@hayyarbrough2 жыл бұрын
Man I got a nice 97 full wheel drive Standard cab flatbed .. Was my daily driver made it into a service Truck..... But we'll see you Steve in a couple of weeks I'll be at Las Vegas
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Sounds great! See you at my open house Friday night the 15th at Welderup.
@hayyarbrough2 жыл бұрын
@@WelderUpVegas I can't wait it's gonna be a great time.... Drive-in all away from Georgia
@Kyle-ev4fk2 жыл бұрын
All three of them trucks are cool.
@turbogrin2 жыл бұрын
Greetings from western Montana! Another great video as I also like to collect both first and second gen dodges as well as nv4500s, 241 and 271 T Cases Plus D70 &D80s! Like you said sell the clapped out cab and put a 30s-70s cab and bed on and away you go! Insurance just got cheaper and NO emissions!
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Greetings to you Larry in Montana. Always nice to hear from a fellow montanan. Appreciate your comment!
@evergreenacres2 жыл бұрын
I would love to put a 12 valve in my 73 dodge D-100. But it’s got original engine and transmission so I don’t know if it would hurt the value. Because it runs and drives amazing for its age
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
This is a hard question for me to answer. Are you keeping it or are you planning on selling as a classic. It also depends on the buyer. Wish I could have helped.
@evergreenacres2 жыл бұрын
@@WelderUpVegas keeping it but would love to hand it down to one of my kids so maybe one day they can sell it or keep it whatever they want.if you had what would you do
@rayhendricks73792 жыл бұрын
Well said about the 4 wheel cars I Run a dump truck day in and out and they go stupid it seems like when they get by a truck
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Ray!
@skipman8yard2 жыл бұрын
12 valve runs for ever Cummins power great vidj Steve great trucks keep saving them 💵💵💵💵💵💵👍👍✊✊✊✊✊💪😎🏴☠️🇬🇧
@markhawkinsmarkhawkins64172 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with u. I think everyone should be made to drive a tractor trailer before they get into a 4 wheeler.
@mellamolucero2 жыл бұрын
Dig the shows... would like to see more.
@glindabeaven68052 жыл бұрын
Thank you for talking about how the general public drives around semi trucks i see it every day driving a semi you wonder how in the hell these people make it home at night. They will pull out in front of you if they have just enough room to get out
@lucasmcmillan6915 Жыл бұрын
I love that snub nose cabover chevy or gmc or ford they have
@mdmwelding31892 жыл бұрын
Sweet . Nice rig 👍👍👍👍👍❤️ MY CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL
@larryfisher57962 жыл бұрын
Hay miss your show wish it would come back
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
We had a blast doing Vegas Rat Rods. We wish it would come back too, but Discovery has canceled us. Hopefully my KZbin can be as entertaining. Thanks for watching.
@380Banshee2 жыл бұрын
The 'ol "California Cut Off" exactly💯‼!!
@SchneiderClassics2 жыл бұрын
those engines are amazing
@84CJ72 жыл бұрын
Great stuff love it keep them coming.
@joedominguez90522 жыл бұрын
I’ll buy that 97 single wheel as is . I’m in California and can be there shortly
@jeffreyplumber19752 жыл бұрын
Subscribed ! just hit this randomn but I got a varietyt of vehicles remember your TV show hadnt seen it in ages but hell yea thats a great video ill be watchin more!
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jeff! Hope you enjoy it. Have a lot more coming!
@manuelcutzal43592 жыл бұрын
GREETINGS FROM GUATEMALA CENTRAL AMÉRICA I'M MANUEL THANKS A LOT FOR YOUR VÍDEOS PAPILLON TOWING
@joedominguez90522 жыл бұрын
Love your work by the way!
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@mrtank19672 жыл бұрын
Nice finds. Great channel.
@harmankardon4782 жыл бұрын
Cheers Steve!
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Harman Kardon! Thanks for watching.
@RelicsandDriversRandD2 жыл бұрын
Steve, on the way back from MATS to Huntsville, UT, i bucked a wicked head wind up I-15. My 98 2500 V-10 averaged 5.8 mpg pulling the enclosed with the max wedge in it. How feasible is a 12 valve swap? BTW....IOU1 for the trans mount repair at MATS!
@rickbarger79212 жыл бұрын
Someday those trucks are gonna be worth gold
@1982MCI2 жыл бұрын
They already are!!
@MattBrownbill2 жыл бұрын
Great score!
@jimcarlisle23092 жыл бұрын
Good buy!
@damianharrison98072 жыл бұрын
Another awesome vid Steve, love the buying vids. 👍👍
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching.
@mattmcewan58062 жыл бұрын
It's amazing driving a semi in Australia or American you have the same issues with car drivers 😀
@Brian-ff7tw2 жыл бұрын
Dude I thought you were going to smack those stacks on the dang power lines!
@carlphillipson98872 жыл бұрын
you're the Fred Dibnah of diesel keep up the good work
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Carl, If only I could be. I would enjoy doing doing his job. Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching.
@richardkoontz84272 жыл бұрын
Hey great video love your Peterbuilt enjoy ur dodge trucks
@markthompson24402 жыл бұрын
Loved the video...keep them coming...
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Will do Mark. Thanks for watching.
@tristincaldwell88322 жыл бұрын
hey Steve we bought your blue Jeep how you been it'd be fun to bring the rock crawler out and come see you
@RogerJG212 жыл бұрын
Man I love that 18 wheeler, one of a kind, what I want to know is, that Bad ASS show Vegas Rat Rods, is there a Season 5 or what?
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
We loved doing Vegas Rat Rods but we were canceled. That's showbiz! I continued with KZbin hoping I can bring more of what I do. Thanks for watching
@jamiegroves17612 жыл бұрын
Nice one Steve 12 valve Cummins,buffet Halling ass in a cool Rig. 😎🍺👍🇦🇺
@leeshaver78252 жыл бұрын
Oh look the truck from the movie Twister
@rick743042 жыл бұрын
Cool, but whats going on in the shop? What's being built?
@WelderUpVegas2 жыл бұрын
We are rebuilding the fruit truck. Next, another semi.