This has got to be my favorite KZbin channel. Most others just talk and talk and talk and do very little if any work. You’re putting these young guys to shame with your work. I wish you nothing but the best and hopefully you get the Mrs. Ride done so she keeps feeding you!
@ratrodsafrica8 сағат бұрын
Thanks man! Appreciate the kind words
@halfmoonraven36959 сағат бұрын
Looking good Diff
@JimmyMakingitwork9 сағат бұрын
Looking very thirsty now, haha! Came out great!
@thomking65539 сағат бұрын
Hello from Canada, great fabrication.I like the round look as well.
@stephengorham21958 сағат бұрын
Fabulous as always! That is a nice rig good job.😊
@NigelWoods-u6v10 сағат бұрын
The tanks go great with the exhaust stacks proper job.
@user-lj1hi4xh6o14 сағат бұрын
Div. I never get tired of saying this. Your fabrication skills are second to none ,well done sir.
@MervTen-ms8bd8 сағат бұрын
You are a very talented man Great workmanship luv this channell
@ratrodsafrica33 минут бұрын
Thanks! I appreciate the support!
@psnaith17 сағат бұрын
Such a cool build! Excellent work as always and excellent content! Thanks Diff!
@hoagiesherlin773213 сағат бұрын
The round tanks were the right choice for sure and you gained 10 gallons of fuel win win
@raythornton85788 сағат бұрын
My favorite channel. You’re a magician at fabricating.
@ratrodsafrica34 минут бұрын
Appreciate the kind words!
@Macbetula-yl8wq7 сағат бұрын
Looks good 👍
@MrRudolphsmit17 сағат бұрын
For a forest engineer I say nonsense. For that tipe of beautiful engineering is WORLD CLASS engineering.
@ostidetabarnak16 сағат бұрын
it is inspiring to see what one man, with limited tools and parts, in the forest can do if he puts in the work. not to mention filming it all and sharing it with us. thanks
@shedbythetracks7 сағат бұрын
You're an ambitious guy... You wore me out and all I did was sit here in my chair. Cheers and all the best from Iowa
@ratrodsafrica39 минут бұрын
I'm an idiot for taking on such a big project! 🙃
@johnkranz40049 сағат бұрын
Very Nice work Div looks Excellent And The black paint job is really nice
@davidweidner167514 сағат бұрын
Great curvy lines, lekka Div
@gazzafloss11 сағат бұрын
Once again Div, you've gone beyond the contract, beautiful work. I've done a couple of custom fuel and oil tanks for my car and motorcycle projects a long time ago, welding with oxy-acetylene. All I can say is "well done young man and TANKS for the memories". The old car carrier REO is going to be great 👍. Cheers mate. 🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘
@hooligan_56labelle2213 сағат бұрын
My tanks on my big rig were not baffled and the fuel would come banging on the front under hard breaking. Your old square tank could probably be a nice tool box. Your rig is really looking great 👍 🇨🇦 👌
@juniorwhelchel63378 сағат бұрын
Hope u and your family have a lukka one
@diecastdemolition852112 сағат бұрын
Great job Diff
@robertstevison14488 сағат бұрын
Brother you surpass every craftsman by far in your skills and knowledge pray this year continues to keep your blessings overflowing brother family and friends
@davidcolesr.862815 сағат бұрын
I wish I could get a One Way Ticket To the Jungle.
@nickrogersgoldcoastmasters476211 сағат бұрын
Brilliant love your ideas and manufacturing don’t paint the tanks use your linseed oil👌🙌
@guzziryder656611 сағат бұрын
Yeah. This is a gem of a way to makeva tank. No bs just get it done. Thanks for the vid Keep up the metric measurements 😅
@karlalton317011 сағат бұрын
Ive never made a gas tank Diff , but you done a cracking job there brother well done 😎😎🤘🤘
@robames12939 сағат бұрын
Good one as usual Div.
@hamel44512 сағат бұрын
Thank you from U.S. you inspire me to build my dream vehicles. Thank you.
@bobgranger875312 сағат бұрын
Love the fuel tanks great job Div as always
@tonywilkes178115 сағат бұрын
Might be an idea to weld some gussets in the square tube angle ( we say Belt and Braces) that's a lot of weight bouncing on a bumpy track. The tanks look really good👍
@ratrodsafrica8 сағат бұрын
I reckon we will be good. Remember, the straps themselves also hold the 2 ends together
@eddiealford357913 сағат бұрын
Good job brother really good job 👍 until next time have a lekka 1 👍👍👍 ii
@Dragnfyr7 сағат бұрын
If I might suggest, make shapes something like exhaust tubing to round off the steps and get rid of the flat squared look...
@paulalbert-x3d11 сағат бұрын
very well done yet agian
@peterroper747111 сағат бұрын
Great job on those tanks, thank you for showing the way it’s done
@bobrainer400813 сағат бұрын
I was trying to remember where I seen the paint remover disk used for rust a few days ago. What a coincidence 3 days later you "refreshed" my memory with this video. It's truly a great hack, Thanks to you.
@midwestkustomz63509 сағат бұрын
Awesome job brother! Cheers from the Midwest Kustomz Channel!!
@AlanPitt-y3n13 сағат бұрын
You are a well educated man with a vision most people would not even see Awesome work always cheers from Alan down under 👍🏼👍🏼🍺🍺🍺
@davidbeer2 сағат бұрын
It is literally treasure you are giving away! Your showing step by step, and close up details. No-one else has put the details in that you have done and it is really appreciated
@ratrodsafrica53 минут бұрын
Well, the aim here is to hopefully pass on some information and inspiration. 🙂
@faroironandcustoms657711 сағат бұрын
So nice!!! Looking good!!
@rolandsattler492714 сағат бұрын
Amazing. 2 thumbs up.
@DarrellErhart8 сағат бұрын
I have seen a track earth mover trailer with weld ridges on it to give the tracks bite when loading but the sand trick will be much easier on the old REO.
@shaheedcloete157714 сағат бұрын
Stitch welds...oriented...between your English and my Afrikaans pronouncians we"ll probably have really interesting conversations. Had a real good chuckle. Awesome job on those tanks. Suites the truck perfectly. Can't wait for the next step.
@brandygray589413 сағат бұрын
Awesome 👍
@fredjones123814 сағат бұрын
man you truly have a God given talent cheers mate
@luketalkin500014 сағат бұрын
Paint one side of the adjusting handles a different color. Makes counting turns faster and more accurate. On the roller, use 2 equal flat bars, one at each end. Close rollers until both sides touch. Mark the handles pointing in the same direction. Now your turns will be in sync. I do the same to carb jet screws. Fully seat, then mark a dot with a paint pen. Then it is easy to see how far you turn it.
@ratrodsafrica8 сағат бұрын
That’s a great idea for the handles!
@davidnaudi260113 сағат бұрын
Bloody awesome. Good to see you getting your mojo back.
@alfbittner64898 сағат бұрын
Your old school fabricating has really paid off. Those tanks and brackets will last the distance.
@petelouviere624511 сағат бұрын
very good vid my friend so good by till next timew
@JesseHermosillo-m1xСағат бұрын
I SECOND THE STATEMENT THANK GOD FOR YOU DIFF! WHAT GREAT METAL FABRICATOR YOU ARE, IT IS A PLEASURE TO LISTEN AND WATCH YOUR MASTER SKILLS AT WORK YOUR BROTHER IN AMERICA,HAVE A LACKER ONE IN YOUR BEAUTIFUL SHOP IN THE FOREST STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY WE LOVE YOU,LATER🎉
@johncovin520013 сағат бұрын
Amazing metal magician!!! A genius in the forest in South Africa!!
@gary-e4c15 сағат бұрын
one of my absolute favorite builds. the fuel tanks looks great. thanks for bringing us along
@jco161015 сағат бұрын
very impressive!
@williamenglish439814 сағат бұрын
Diff on your bed rolls and sheet metal rollers.If you paint some red paint on one end of each handle , it makes it easier to keep track of your number of turns. Great work love what you're doing.Keep up the videos thank you.👏👏👏👍🏻
@ratrodsafrica8 сағат бұрын
Good idea! I'll give it a try!
@Gracecar_driver202011 сағат бұрын
That old truck is coming right along. Keep up the AWESOME work. I was just telling my wife yesterday how much I miss the curves of the old cars and trucks. Now they have the angles and that is fine but there is nothing like the curves of the old ones. I love seeing the old fellers being saved and put back on the road and back to work.
@Grizzmakes15 сағат бұрын
Well…… Changing languages…. “ Daai is uiters bofok Oom Div. “ these tanks are along with everything else that you turn your hands to…. Absolutely awesome. This was one of the best decisions on thid truck. The results resonate with me. Good job Boet.
@ratrodsafrica8 сағат бұрын
😄Thanks boet!
@glennharrington687616 сағат бұрын
Diff you are a real Craftsman! Thanks for another fantastic video! Have a lekka one!!
@hellonwheelz331717 сағат бұрын
Div, you did a beautiful job on those fuel tanks. They fit that truck perfectly. It hurts my arm just thinking about those 16 holes you drilled for the tank brackets. A mag drill sure would have saved you some pain. But you persevered, as always. Great job on the entire truck. You're very fortunate to have such good friends to help you out. I'm sure you'd do the same for them.
@timothymerritt62015 сағат бұрын
Painting shows you are willing to go against your grain, no matter how much it hurts
@robbollom73968 сағат бұрын
great work on those tanks Div....cant wait to see the Reo haul a car on the back
@Matthew-x9d7 сағат бұрын
You are quite a craftsman. Great job on the tank construction! You had good teachers?
@ratrodsafrica40 минут бұрын
Biggest teachers are persistence and determination 🙂
@FieroFats10 сағат бұрын
I agree on the step, it didn't bother me until you pointed out out😂
@robertchall857614 сағат бұрын
Looks like a first class tank.
@anthonygrodecki796815 сағат бұрын
She looks amazing ps English is also thank you for sharing 😊
@allangoodger96916 сағат бұрын
Mate, its nice to someone else who has to battle with dust in the bush. Its also nice to be able to watch you with my feet up on Australia day public holiday. The only problem I can see, if your fuel is anything like ours, you will need drain plugs. Looking forward to the next project. Have a good one mate.
@Rustohallick17 сағат бұрын
Well, hate saying it ,but you went and did it again. Yep, I'm stunted and amazed. You are a true crafts men .
@luebkeb12 сағат бұрын
Stunted or stunned?
@Rustohallick11 сағат бұрын
@@luebkeb Maybe both ...
@jlhoule389915 сағат бұрын
Great job looks good
@juniorwhelchel63378 сағат бұрын
Looking forward to seeing the next episode
@stevev43026 сағат бұрын
Wonderful job Diff!!!! Very well done!
@jodaddysdodgegarage35336 сағат бұрын
I once saw a guy using a cutting torch to first channel and then shorten and re-weld the chassis on a 10 wheel semi tractor. He took out about two feet. That was the most impressive fabrication I had seen until I saw you build round fuel tanks from scratch. Damn fine work….😎
@ratrodsafrica46 минут бұрын
Thank you!
@danblythe297918 сағат бұрын
The Reo hauler is looking awesome. Your a master of the craft. Nothing but snow mixed with rain here in Alaska. Projects on hold so living vicariously through you.
@mikaeltillenius875112 сағат бұрын
😆 Winter = Garage time, atleast in Sweden! ☕😉🇸🇪 ☃️
@mamamarius7 сағат бұрын
Diff's 'dress code' alludes to summer season in South Africa. Our temperatures in rural Western Cape are hovering between 36 and 40⁰C for the past week.
@kodak_jack14 сағат бұрын
Thank you for the Polish music to cut discs by!! Yes, PAINT is next!!
@mikejackman441615 сағат бұрын
Tanks look awesome
@jimdean733515 сағат бұрын
You are the master craftsman.
@Pops194815 сағат бұрын
You made the Australia Day weekend most enjoyable ol' mate . . . give us more 45's next time please
@FlintCollinson5 сағат бұрын
Round tanks look awesome Diff, you have a good eye and are right about the door steps / running boards. Love your channel.
@ratrodsafrica48 минут бұрын
Thanks man! Glad you like the tanks!
@marksolomon752016 сағат бұрын
I like the way you explain the fabrication math to were us simple minded people can understand. Love it
@johndraper906515 сағат бұрын
Nice work, looks great 👍
@williamerentfro954311 сағат бұрын
You are amazing Diff! Thank God for you!!
@mohrtechgaming10049 сағат бұрын
Your designs are awesome. Great work on the planning and execution.
@anthonybautovic72025 сағат бұрын
Great job brother. Paint them yellow 🤘🏻
@TheCrackerBox15 сағат бұрын
It’s looking so good ! I can’t wait to see it finished. Thanks for another , Brother.
@terrencebuller767617 сағат бұрын
Nice work Div, the tanks look great. Take care and stay safe my friend 👍
@cobusvanniekerk834 сағат бұрын
Thanks Diff very nice job
@aafcdriver12 сағат бұрын
yes thanks from Oklahoma ! your videos are a welcome sight in my house , David powers in OK.
@polatroyed86773 сағат бұрын
Sweet brush n roll job 👌
@Jack_Ratchet15 сағат бұрын
Howzit Diff? Kief bakka, Ayoba Boet!
@mlpnya19 сағат бұрын
Awesome craftsmanship as always!
@shanewright695815 сағат бұрын
Great job on the tank 👍👍
@BartComeau-h6b14 сағат бұрын
Nice work on the Oldsmobile truck. You are a true craftsman!
@flatworm0016 сағат бұрын
The tanks look super! You make it look so easy, even when it isn't!
@Us-two3 сағат бұрын
'Tanks' for showing us this video, as always you surprise us with your innovative thinking. Baie dankie en groete vir Mammie ook. Hoop haar karretjie word gou 'n realiteit. Groetnis.
@ratrodsafrica48 минут бұрын
Dankie, sal haar sê!
@leonardwalters15417 сағат бұрын
Those tanks really look great, and match the look of the truck
@lonniekuehner4 сағат бұрын
Another great show
@pvanloy10 сағат бұрын
As always, doing a great job my Brother!
@johnosborne76379 сағат бұрын
Nice job, brother.
@glenscott31303 сағат бұрын
I would just like to know what you have forgotten ! Amazing work sir. God bless
@robertstevison144818 сағат бұрын
Awesome morning brother from another country how are yall ready to take on an awesome adventure as always !!!! Let's get this adventure rolling 😂😂😂😂😂
@richardpower15414 сағат бұрын
Shop Trucks starting to take shape nicely. Will make it so much easier to pick up all the new projects.
@jacquesbrink911316 сағат бұрын
Remember to zinc coat them on the inside "like we do the bike tanks to extend there lives
@noelsanderson873813 сағат бұрын
Diff for longer rollers look for old hydraulic cylnder rods. They are hard surfaced/chromed and come in all sorts of sizes