PETERBILT FRAME STRETCH PT11. AXLES, BRAKES, WHEEL BEARINGS, AND A BIG MISTAKE!

IN THIS VIDEO WE GET THE SUSPENSION AND AXLES BACK UNDER THE TRUCK. I GET ALL THE BRAKES REPLACED. MORE STUCK AND RUSTED PARTS TO DEAL WITH. WE PUT NEW RACES IN ALL THE DRUMS. NEW SEALS. I SHOW THE PROCEDURE OF SETTING WHEEL BEARING PRELOAD, SETTING THE LOCK PLATE AND TORQUING THE JAMB NUT. THIS IS WHERE I MADE A MISTAKE. I READ THE WRNG LINE OF THE PROCEDURE AND USED THE WRONG TORQU E SPEC. I THOUGHT IT SEEMED A LITTLE LOW. SO RECHECKED IT AND IT WAS. SO I WENT BACK AND TORQUED THEM ALL TO THE CORRECT SPEC. THAT COULD HAVE BEEN A HUGE SAFETY ISSUE. OF COURSE WE FIND MORE WORN OUT AND DAMAGED PARTS ALONG THE WAY. ITS OK. WE JUST STAY FOCUSED AND MAKING PROGRESS. THE PARTS COST IS QUICKING MOVING THIS TRUCK TO THE MOST EXPENSIVE BUILD I HAVE DONE. I THINK WE WILL DO A TOTAL PARTS COST AND TOTAL HOURS SPENT ON IT WHEN IT IS DONE.

[@dannydaugherty527]

from what I seen of the videos that truck would be a DOTs dream. just from what I seen if the DOT pulls it over for an inspection it will be impounded in just a few minutes, I don't want to get into detail about it but a guy wanted me to stretch the frame on his truck and I found out if it's done especially on a big truck you have to be certified to do it the title has to be changed and a bunch of other crap I turned it down and he had another person do it and shortly after he got it back he got inspected and the truck went to the scrap yard and I also found out if you worked on a mess like this and something happens on the road the person that worked on it can be held responsible and thats from DOT and people that stretch frames legally

[@j.c.smithprojects]

love these "i know a guy" stories.....like to see the fmcsa section quote that says "have to be certified"....certified by who? however, it clearly states that frame modifications and or repairs must be done in a workman like manner according to the manufacture's recommendations.

[@dannydaugherty527]

@@j.c.smithprojects have you ever seen the sticker do not weld or heat the frame there is a reason for that and I would like to hear what happens if you take it to the scales and have it inspected I will guarantee it will leave on a tow truck and right to a scrap yard

[@dannydaugherty527]

@@j.c.smithprojects also like I said I looked into it so I know what is required

[@j.c.smithprojects]

yeah...many people fail to read many of the stickers as they are written. all the trucks i have seen with a sticker on the frame read...."do not drill or weld on the FLANGE of this frame." so like i said....i would love to see the fmcsa section that addresses this......you know, the regulations the scale house enforces....

[@dannydaugherty527]

@@j.c.smithprojects I also worked for a company that stretched frames on RVs and they had inspectors there all the time and that is nothing like a commercial truck. I went out and seen what they did and had to do to make them legal and I wouldn't have nothing to do with it and when it came to the frame the people had to have special training when it came to the brake lines and things like that not that big of deal. the title has to be sent in because of the change in wheel base and thats when you get the stickers that says the frame has been altered and I talked to some shops when i drove cross country and when a frame has been stretched they won't even let it in their shop

[@cullenmiller8170]

It’s nice to see someone that does it right. I don’t miss working on trucks and trailers. The never seize is definitely good when you come back in a couple years. I have a love hate relationship with it. It works great, but for some reason 30 seconds after I open the can it somehow made it into my armpit. 😂😂

[@j.c.smithprojects]

i have the same relationship. the good out ways the bad....so i will continue to wear it.

[@barblemons5397]

Always remember the difficult takes a while the impossible a day or two longer. Everything you touch has to be repaired or replaced you have to have a lot patience. Thanks for taking us along Tom

[@machinist5828]

All this brings back memories of the mid 70s when I attended Nashville Auto Diesel College. They taught us every step you are performing. While attending I worked in an automotive machine shop that rebuilt everything from lawnmower engines to diesel engines that I could stand inside the cylinders. My thing was grinding cranks. I watched the old guy while I was sweeping floors and absorbed everything. One day óld guy was sick and the boss was wringing his hands what to do. I said I could do it and they looked at me as if I had green pointed ears. I ground that crank. We rebuilt truck axles too. Done just the thing you did. I went to Caterpillar and wrenched for them for a while. The gas crisis intruded and I had to step back to my machine shop roots and worked antique foreign cars and Mercedes-Benz trucks. After that I joined the Air Force and didn't wrench anymore except on my own stuff. I was a machinist/welder in the service so kept my hands dirty. I separated after 13 years due to disability. I worked a few machine shops until I got on with my last employer who made woven carpet. There I supervised the machine shop and designed, fabricated and installed upgraded drive systems on the looms. The point is that that mechanics school carried over into every aspect of my career. So as I watch you rebuild those axles and install the brakes it takes me back to the days when I worked all day and went to school at night to learn how to work on the big trucks. The only thing I never put into practice was rebuilding injectors and pumps. They were simply sent off. I watch every one of your videos and my fingers feel every part. I'm old and beat down now and wrench from a recliner. Thank you for taking me along and dusting off some long unused memories of training and work from my past. You and your wife make a fine team and do fantastic work. Cheers Terry

[@j.c.smithprojects]

i am happy to hear it brings back old memories. sad to hear about the "old and beat down" for as well as myself because one day i will be leaving the same message for someone else. you have lived my kind of life. building, fixing and learning. thanks for the great comment and watching!

[@joshfancher3244]

You got a natural gift of teaching and getting it across clearly …ur one of my go to inspirational people!!

[@j.c.smithprojects]

when i fist started watching youtube, i was frustrated by how so many people skipped over all the critical parts. i figured there were more folks like me that want to see and know the "how and why" of this work.

[@ericcorse]

That bushing driver is the cat's meow, probably old hat for folks that do this for a living, You must order never seize by the case.

[@packoutjunkie5813]

In the great salty north that anti-seize is a life saver.

[@Daves_adventures4315]

I know this truck is getting frustrating JC but it sure is some great content for us!

[@j.c.smithprojects]

the hits just keep on coming....

[@eddiereichel9354]

8:36 You would be amazed how many mechanics don't understand that bushings need tightened at rode height.

[@throttlebottle5906]

only if you want them to last and not need warranty replaced or tail-light warranty applies. LOL. I would never do that myself, even if I ate the poo sandwich on a job and it cost me money. I believe in "do it right or don't do it at all", I hate being screwed just as much as the next person.

[@johnnyholland8765]

Rusto paint and PB Blaster are both good stuff... You are going to earn every penny on this truck.

[@wymershandymanservice9965]

Great Video explaining how torque arms need to be set and installed. I spent many years in truck garages and spent a lot of my time explaining the advantages of doing the job the right way the first time. Like the old saying goes not enough time to do it right but there is always enough time to do it over. Enjoy your content. 👍👍

[@paulchristopoulos685]

This old truck with used parts is going to be as good if not better than new. You two work well together and truly care about what you do!

[@ericbrinson9741]

Thank you for sharing your work. I learn a lot by just watching. I have an international 4900 tandem dump truck and I have no experience working on big trucks, so learning how breaks and air lines work is incredibly valuable information. Good job using grease and never seize on everything. I live in Ontario so I’m no stranger to rust

[@robertquast9684]

You and mrs jc work well together. Putting those spoke hubs and drums on is no easy task and you guys made it look easy. This truck has turned into quite the ordeal. Not sure if there will be more satisfaction or relief when it’s out of your life

[@j.c.smithprojects]

relief......it would have been easier and faster to start with 2 blank frame rails and bolt all of my own axles and suspension to it.

[@mikebougher3731]

I have an old rivet gun used to drive rivets in steel beams. I use that for stubborn anchor pins. Its two times the size of an air hammer.

[@douglassmith7515]

Nice work. Can't believe the owner is using wagon wheels. Lol

[@ZILAwelds]

2:50 you need carbon air arc …. Its loud, sparks flying everywhere … BUT it makes really short work out of a job like this !!!

[@j.c.smithprojects]

i have watched ic welds use on. very fast procedure.

[@samrodian919]

You sir are a true craftsman, it's great to see work done properly to the required specification. Compared to the complete Bozo that did everything wrong previously. I know nothing about trucks, but I wielded the spanner's ( wrenches to you lol as I'm in the UK) for over 25 years on cars, vans and motorcycles . So I can appreciate someone who does things properly and won't bodge a job.

[@j.c.smithprojects]

appreciate it. lots wrong on this truck....taking forever to right it.

[@davidheath2772]

Love the way you do your job the way i learned an taught ! Best of Luck God Bless You an your Wife

[@richardhoneywell7411]

Great video J.C.Smith really enjoy watching you work on this truck frame project. It's starting to come together thanks for sharing stay safe Mr & Mrs J.C.Smith.

[@ChrisScibelli5586]

I'll never forget when I learned that welding the face of the race trick. I tried an entire afternoon to get the race out of the rotor on my Monte Carlo. My uncle came by an fired up his welder and stick welded that little race all the way around. He flipped the rotor over just a little bit hard and race just fell out on the ground.

[@SuperScooby70]

JC I can just imagine all the mechanics who might watch your channel that work on these trucks. First they're probably saying this guy is doing way too much..too slow. But then they're probably thinking man, it'd be nice to work on trucks that JC has been into. Everything would come apart so easy and nothing is cobbled together.

[@j.c.smithprojects]

i could never work for a shop. i like to do things the best i can. "as fast as possible" never plays into it. i get one chance to make a truck the best it can be with what i have to work with. i have to be sure anything that is bad now or will become bad within a year is handled now. once its in service, it will run almost non stop all summer.

[@michaelparker4598]

This is a great example of why anti-seize is important prevents all the stuck and ruined bolts and pins

[@dustygable5006]

As I’m an apprentice in a fleet shop, I’ve seen where the ones before me. Have done regular inspections poorly. I’ve also seen where new drivers did poor pretrip and post trip inspections. That being said, I understand what it takes to do things really right. It also takes more time to correct the things that wasn’t done right before hand. Even if it gets hard and heavy at times. It’s the guys and gals that take the time to do the job right the first time. That makes sure the drivers get home. Keep up the good work

[@cesmith4566]

PB blaster and brake clean by the case and never seize by the 55 gallon drum,yep that'll do!

[@j.c.smithprojects]

i used up a full bottle and halfway through another so far.

[@iancooper5798]

Nice to see a job done properly I hope he appreciates the work being done. Plus it makes for an interesting video 👍

[@topline620]

Great work as usual.👍👍🇬🇧😀

[@billtodd6509]

I know it was super expensive, but I broke down and bought the tiger tool combo set for bushings, and what a lifesaver, not having to torch all those jobs with burning rubber, grease, and stink in my shop. We love your channel(you two are pros) Bill

[@j.c.smithprojects]

i agree. that burnt rubber is just an awful mess.

[@hollandduck79]

Hello from the Netherlands. thanks for the video JC and Mrs.Smith . Sincerely Hollandduck

[@marklowe330]

I'm not sure what the safety police did before the creation of the internet. Thanks for your time. I enjoyed watching.

[@simonwilson8197]

The commercial vehicle repair industry could definitely do with some lessons from you!👍🏻

[@38score17]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us all.

[@eddiereichel9354]

After running bead on inside race you can pick drum up and drop it and it will fall out. That trick is one of my favorites

[@eddiepatterson5025]

First. I like the bearing race removal technique to weld inside the race and cool down to shrink it down for easier removal I never thought of that love this. I know this build is a pain sometimes but thank you for sharing this content I’m enjoying this project. You and your wife are a awesome team together. May God Bless you both.

[@haroldphipps3457]

The Flexzilla hose REALLY doesn't play well with welding sparks and torch slag. Where that type of work gets done, it is best to use rubber air hose. Flexzilla is perfect for engine work, or transmission/rear end work, somewhere that fabrication isn't.

[@j.c.smithprojects]

i guess i better go with a good old rubber hose then.

[@regtimmins1944]

The air hose is just like your favorite hammer and chisel there are something's no matter how worn or used it is parting with them is next to if not impossible to do

[@pedropedro2837]

You are hard working man thanks for sharing your experience

[@bobt5002]

Surprised he would want to run those cast spoke wheels.

[@kevinmoore342]

I sure hope you friend remembers everything you’ve done for him.

[@j.c.smithprojects]

we have been friends since the first few years of grade school. he doesnt know how much work this is because he doesnt do this work. he knows how long i have had the truck, how much i have spent in parts and that he NEEDS the truck right now......how much time i spend and how i do the work only gets overlooked.

[@kevinmoore342]

@@j.c.smithprojects I’ve been a mechanic for 35 plus years and watching your videos never fails to impress me. I have no idea why your channel is not far larger than it is. You truly have knowledge to share and I’m sure there are plenty more that can benefit from what you show us. Not to mention your supper Fantastic wife. She’s one fantastic woman.

[@thaddeustroyer]

​@@j.c.smithprojects ​"how much time I spend and how I do the work only gets overlooked" my heart goes out to you and I can see (I hope everyone else can see too) how much you love your friend. You sir are a blessing and are truly blessed. ❤

[@Moonbahmemories]

Must be really hard work as you two make it look easy

[@dennisparisian7040]

Very good video

[@GeminiWoods]

Haven't really worked on any kind of fleet trucks or the like but I do tinker on cars quite often as a hobby. I'm also incredibly OCD about things being done correctly (it drives my wife nuts). This guy and Squatch253 really hit the spot when It comes to doing things right. Good stuff sir!

[@zsolthajdu5007]

That washer was pretty stubborn but you won :)

[@JwatDtr]

Never thought to use an adjustable wrench to lift up on the shoe when installing brake rollers. So much safer and effective than using a pry bar! Thanks JC

[@braaapattack2937]

An hour video. Should be an interesting one, and just in time for lunch break

[@nicholasbujanowski8266]

I love watching your videos, i love how you do everything the right way,, no short cuts, your the man J c 😉

[@keeganpock864]

Cant even get my girlfriend to help clean the shop. You got a gem there 😂

[@slngblde]

Those flexzzila hoses are awesome.. I’ve got one air hose and two of their water hoses.

[@patcb829]

I am cheap too and try and get every little bit out of the grease tube. I have hears those flexzila are not real abrasion resistant in a shop setting. Like in said before I am cheap and just stick with the rubber ones.

[@j.c.smithprojects]

i have heard the same. i was going to get it on a retractable real but maybe i will stick with good old rubber.

[@4051a]

Do know why those Dayton type wheels are no longer seen on new trucks? I love your builds..

[@timjackson9356]

Good work JC. Good video!!

[@Yogenh]

You are doing great work on it

[@coltonkruse2313]

Man i just did suspension bushings on my freightliner. The only job I was thinking I wish i would have dropped it off at the shop. It was a full on BATTLE. The bolts were just as bad as the bushings.

[@russellkeller5791]

The tools that are your favorite always break first because they get used the most also the threading the nut on before you cut anything threded is invaluable . I do that all the time with treaded rod and have seen alot of people who dont the fight getting things to thread on

[@stevencox75]

those cutters are great i use them on pvc plumbin pipe as well

[@DependableAutoTruck]

I know i keep saying it but wonderful. Information i probably will never use never knew how the air brake system works im sure i still don't know but do have some idea how things work thanks for taking the time to video and share

[@LivingOurBestDefectiveLife]

@5:45 I didn’t think I could smell KZbin, but I was smelling it! 😂

[@immortalsoul66]

Is looking good

[@glenharper3136]

Thanks for the video.

[@Ezrider359]

Well atleast it should stop good when you're all done

[@randydobson1863]

hello jc and mrs. smith its is randy and i like yours video is cool thanks friends randy

[@chrishigdon1070]

great video jc

[@marksmith-ew7ir]

Getting there

[@johnsmart3587]

Amazing work, thanks.

[@SkinnyBiker]

Nice work!

[@jeffferanec4526]

Thank you both for taking us to school once again. Ur nickname should be respectfully "Mr. Do-it Rite". :-) I'm thinking U R going to be glad to say goodbye to this truck. As always great content my friends.

[@j.c.smithprojects]

i was ready to see it drive away months ago....

[@kevinlamarr1424]

Gotta watch this one a couple more times but imma get it though

[@brentlance2379]

Ive welded races for years.. i hate pounding crap outta them. Quick weld.. fall right out.

[@tylerhussey3719]

Them peterbilt bushing are a pain sometimes

[@marcellebaudry5786]

bravo cool pierrot de paris f

[@leso204]

Question i have to ask is' do you fit the extra chassie rail on the inside or plate on the outside i have converted 4x2 into 6x4 by adding double drive extended chassie then double up with inner chassie for extra support ...................

[@j.c.smithprojects]

its all in the this video series.....all you have to do is pick the part or parts you want to see.

[@johnpartridge7623]

I hope the Owner realised that what you did probably saved Him from having an Accident & trouble from the Police & DOT. I'm in the UK so I hope I got that right?

[@kw900lkevin]

the way I was told about S cams is hold it at your groin if your right testicle sits in the right side that a right handed and vice versa for the left

[@lanceb.landis9585]

I cut the tube in half so I don't cut my finger. Dad never used anti seize, always grease left in the tube.

[@j.c.smithprojects]

great idea. i should have thought of that.

[@danielwatson5595]

I have a medium duty truck- 1979 International S1724. Plans are to use it as a service truck for mobile mechanic. I’m moving the axle forward as much as feasible. 84” CA is the safe answer; however for maximum mobility (smaller turning radius), could I go as short as 60” CA? Truck will have a 96” service bed with storage. Does that sound feasible to you? Any reason I should stick with 84” over 60” CA? Thank you for any insight. 😊

[@j.c.smithprojects]

there are two kinds of service trucks....the ones that are too small today and the ones that were too small yesterday. having the extra storage will likely out way the minor loss of maneuverability. these truicks have a much greater turning angle on the steer wheels than the average 1 ton.

[@dirkkelly9596]

👍👍

[@LSandL31]

Can’t be tight if it’s liquid🤔

[@keeganpock864]

I switched from pb blaster to free all and its wayy better imo

[@MickdeBuid]

Then use a hacksaw to cut into the sleeve. Don't worry about cutting to far as using a hand hacksaw you found your self doing a lot of checking . If using a power hacksaw more checking might be advised . It worked back in 1960. No guarantee it still works. .

[@ianatkinson8464]

😎👍

[@bizzieboyes4707]

Hey j.c have you had a hard time getting p.b blaster can’t find it around me

[@j.c.smithprojects]

no. it has been easy to find....all 6 cans on this truck.

[@joefalmo5528]

If I had a penny, for every bolt that I have wire wheeled, I’d be a billionaire , and yes, I have chewed the side of my left finger up a time or two on a wire wheel, but I’m not smart enough to learn from my mistakes, so I got that going for me

[@user-um3mn2cr2d]

Would it not of been easier to just start from scratch 😊

[@j.c.smithprojects]

start thinking about how much money that would take. this truck is building a new business.

[@chrissterling3225]

Nothing to really add on the repairs….but you mentioned flexzilla hose real…I have the reel and 2 50 foot flexzilla hoses…I never use them….picture cleaning the grease off hoses that color first of all lol….the hose on the reel won’t retract back into the reel unless you shut the air off and drain the hose…it expands under pressure and rubs inside the reel about half way back in . The aluminum ends make me worry too…they don’t like heavy objects hitting them..it happens lol

[@j.c.smithprojects]

Several folks have mentioned that they dont do well in a shop that welds and grinds a lot....i gues i will stick with the good old rubber kind.

[@Look_What_I_Did]

If heat and beat doesn't work... then you're not getting it hot enough.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Happy to see more progress on the Peterbilt J.C 🙂👍 Glad you caught the torque mistake before it became an issue. 🔧🔩