Installing rear air bag suspension & testing - 1939 Hudson Rat, part 27

[@lectricfence1]

I've said it before and I'll say it again. Anybody can take a bunch of money, go to the store and buy a bunch of parts, and bolt something together. The ideas you come up with to fabricate something that works, probably better than store bought junk just amazes me. When I watch your videos I feel like I'm sitting on a stack of tires, drinking a beer in your shop, while you explain to me what your doing, and how its all going to work. If I could do it, I would come for a real visit, but it's a long ride on my bike from Texas to South Africa. So I'll just wait patiently for the next video. Thanks Diff.

[@aceadman]

Well said!

[@steptowdaughters2633]

Just when ya think it cant get any Better,it keeps getting Better and Better ,ol son.Thanks & Cheers.

[@brentbrown8393]

There are well paid mechanical engineers who couldn't design mechanical solutions to problems like you can. Thanks for your great channel and videos.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thank you and pleasure 😊

[@Uswesi1527]

Undoubtedly, definitely, you’re the Greatest Head Master, I am the Apprentice.

[@ratrodsafrica]

We are all apprentices, just at different levels of experience 🙂

[@johnfederkeil9211]

Nice job Diff! The forest engineering department has defenately earned that beer!

[@ratrodsafrica]

😀 Thanks!

[@alfbittner6489]

This is going to be a sweet ride, V8, full independent suspension, air ride, 4 link rear, 2 link front, complete restore front end. All you need now is AC, and 4X4, and your African safari mobile is complete. As always lekker boet.

[@Uswesi1527]

The Old Fashioned Way is the best, most accurate way . That means building things that are accurate, strong , reliable, dependable, and they will last forever. Unlike today’s.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Agree!

[@chuckster6513]

Hey Div, Those wheels are fantastic for this build ! To see the airbags working is super. And to see it roll is exciting ! Still a bit to do, but it will happen as it should. Nice to see your lovely Mrs. Great video. Work Safe, Be Well Enjoy life

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks brother!

[@robbollom7396]

up and down up and down , Well done Dif , all that hard work is paying off now..OH AND SHINY RIMS TOO...dig it

[@crazywickedcustoms7272]

I am building a 1954 Buick Riviera. I have haft the frame so far and i built my own upper and lower control arms, 4 link and full air bags got to sit on ground, lol now have to make it drivable, lol your a true craftsman, some of the things your doing i can for sure apply. Thanknyou my friend.

[@alienman902]

It's very exciting to see all the progress. if I was your neighbor i would be at your place every day.

[@PaulAsselstine]

You have crossed over to the shinny side.... That shinny engine and wheel look awesome. Very detailed work!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Gotta have some bling at some point😀

[@alanpaulick7815]

Diff you are adding some blink to the Hutson. Lekka boet and thanks for sharing the airbags working. Great fabricating boet. Take care.

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Coming along very nicely! You'll be driving the truck in no time flat! At least in video land it will seem easy! Haha

[@38Chev572]

Great Job Andre, perfect. Man that ride is lacquer, bet you can almost taste it, even though there is a way to go. Excellent suspension, concept and design.

[@bruceslattengren8587]

I’m very glad your happy everything went according to plan excellent see ya 😊

[@62_C10]

the offset in wheel size suits it - super cool to be able to roll the truck too!

[@Jason-gl3gr]

I'm sure you know this trick Diff, but for anyone in a jam without the proper socket driven allen (hex) wrench like you were when putting on the spacers: you can cut the little bent wrench in half, put the cut-off into the correct sized socket, and boom, you've got the socket driven hex driver that you need. You can also do it with a bolt and nut, the bolt head goes into the hex, and the nut gives you something to turn with a wrench. (That is super useful when you need a big oversized one, like for a 15mm or 17mm drain plug. ) Also, on final assembly, a bit of thread locker on the inside fasteners of the spacers is good insurance!

[@ryder2shae]

The talent is insane here. Craftsmanship is on point. Learned a lot. Thank you 🙏

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thank you!

[@edrushbrook]

Great job, Diff. You can take the day off with pay, like RR Bob says.

[@eddiealford3579]

Good job Mr Diff the ideas u had wrkd great I think the wheels look really good so I have really enjoyed watching the build great job it's good seeing all built from scratch and seeing ur ideas come to life awesome job so far so to till next time 👍👍👍👍👍

[@glennreach6930]

Those rims are beautiful. They will look great with the rusty truck on top and the shiny below. Very cool.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks !👍

[@davidwood1923]

GOOD GRIEF... Div Your Old Hudson Creation is Really Looking Like Something. Keep Up the Great Work... My South African Brother

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks man!

[@PeterHatch-mx7zc]

Its a credit to you on your skill and workmanship

[@aceadman]

This gizmo is fantastic. I’m happy watching you be happy!! 😊👍👍

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thank you .🤗

[@glenmiller3783]

The air system is working pretty slick, the wheels and tires are a great addition.

[@zweihammerheavyind.2911]

Continuing to look better every visit!

[@Grizzmakes]

LEKKERRRRR !!!!! As usual, you deliver and I love it all. Thanks Boet.

[@billyporter2195]

Great progress, really impressed with your engineering skills. How about walking us through some of your earlier projects? 👍

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks. Yes, I must make a plan about a video on other projects.

[@DustyMacsGarage]

Great Idea!! I enjoyed the little walkaround of the recovery tow rig you did in the previous video.

[@alm7707]

Once again you did it! I like what you've done so far. Great wheel adapters. I've got to adapt newer wheels to my 1962 Impala but will re-drill the hubs and brake drums to the new pattern.

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

Those wheels are smokin' cool ! It sucks you can't buy what your heart desires, but the twin five spoke design looks sharper than a regular Cragar five spoke in my opinion.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Glad you like them! They are growing on me too😀

[@tommyg7381]

Cool to finally see it all working together

[@robertstevison1448]

As always another awesome adventure with my brother !!! Let's get this adventure started lol 😂

[@thenotsojollyrancher-akate9516]

Great day of accomplishments! Congratulations.

[@TheIIOM]

Never disappointed with the videos, your work and the engineering you cone up with. Even a fail is a win because the basis formed produces great retrofits!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thank you!

[@dragontattooee]

That air system is lekka Div. Love the choice of wheels, have a lekka one Div.

[@gizmodietsch3922]

I have to say.... what a work of art and engineering! All with simple tools and a Great mind! You show that you don't need a lot of fancy tools to get it done! OG's rule!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks! Yeah man, OG's rule!😀

[@crazywickedcustoms7272]

Love the Wheels, i like that flashy but tasteful, nice

[@argee55]

Great wheel & tire comination.

[@furgulley8077]

I love the detail you did to route the airline through the pipe in the upper bag mounts. Brilliant job!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thank you very much!

[@isgakederies4193]

Hi Diff lekka one, love and respect Fully agree with @lightfence, I also wish I am present in the Rat Rods of Africa, forste work Diff is very inspiring, he's a genius lekka one, once again love and respect 💯🙏

[@johnperreault2280]

Hello again Diff from Canada, you get the rain ,we get the snow😫small inconvenience in the big picture. I love your build and the ingenuity to get the job done...thinking on your feet( or sitting on the thinking chair) Great job! Be safe my brother .

[@ratrodsafrica]

Cool, thanks!

[@robertstevison1448]

Awesome morning brother from another country wow great to see you again great to see the family as well !!! Proud to be the first one to comment lol !!!

[@stanleyfanning5316]

Air ride turned out awesome, like the wheels.

[@stashwaxroller1740]

Love your wheels! I like a little shiny when it comes to Rat Rods. Those wheels will be an excellent detail. Machine shop did a good job on the adapters too.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Ja, looks like I want a little bling now! Late midlife crisis? 😂

[@shanewright6958]

The wheels look good 👍👍

[@MachineDr.]

Well done Dif. After rolling comes driving! Lol

[@peterkelly250]

Great. Bringing it together, Diff

[@robertamor3203]

its looking great Brillant workmanship well done om can not wait for your next video have a good one

[@HandyWizard]

This was probably the most enjoyable video I've ever watched. Once you see the genius, you are in awe. There is something about this video....maybe the excellent editing, but the heart that comes through is beautiful. You guys have gold here Div, you and your wife, family, friends. Enjoy thoroughly and, Thanks

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it

[@TheCrackerBox]

You are an amazing engineer and fabricator !! Thanks for another , Brother !!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks!

[@markrobertson9015]

Cool I'm happy for you. This truck is going to be a pretty nice one I take it. Great job as always. Stay warm we are roasting slowly here in Southern California it's been around 109 all week and finally cooled off today with a small thunderstorm with little rain and then got humid. Have a great night diff.take care.

[@terrencebuller7676]

Hello Div, air suspension is Lekka man. Really like the wheels they are ( as we say in the states) super cool. Take care and be safe. Have a Lekka day. 👍👍👍

[@ratrodsafrica]

Nice to hear you like the wheels!

[@nasserally2313]

At that stage I would have been tempted to slap on a seat to the chassis and take it for a test drive 😜😜. It's coming out lekker Div. Mooi😎

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks!

[@robertstevison1448]

Awesome progress that's getting one more step closer to another finished piece of art from my brother from another country have a leeka one and a cold beer for me as well 😊

[@bradpage8967]

I don’t know Div, first a shiny propshaft and then a shiny air compressor and then talk of keeping the wheel adapters shiny!!! I hardly recognize this channel!!!😉🤣 Was thinking when the wife showed up how fortunate you are that she delivers your parts and then leaves, but then she invites all those people to the shop!!!🤦‍♂️ All joking aside, you are doing a great job on this suspension!! I have learned a bunch of tricks watching your progress!! Can’t wait for more!! Stay dry my friend!!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Maybe all this bling coming into the picture has something to do with a midlife crisis?😂😂😂

[@robertdelaney5994]

I am impressed Diff, this will be a really nice Hudson . and recycled from scrap yard.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks!

[@davidweidner1675]

Lekka Div Great that you have a roller

[@marksanders1942]

I like your wheels. They are different but nice for the build

[@hermanprinsloo]

Looking good, my bro. Looking good

[@johnnymac1580]

What a production ⚡️

[@darrinwatts9229]

Those wheels look BADASS 🇺🇸

[@rossbeckley6729]

Outstanding result Diff

[@peterroper7471]

Just like a little kid playing with a new R/C toy truck lol Another great video Div , good choice on the wheels man !

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks brother! 👍

[@TheFrameoff]

Very Cool , love the wheels , perfect size . Build On Bro

[@richcaseaxon]

How exciting to see that cycle up and down. Congrats from Texas!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thank you!

[@matthewfocke5360]

A masterpiece of engineering. Impressive... Thanks teacher Diff.

[@kevinvaughn8694]

I think the title of this masterpiece engineer should be "Professor Div" because I think I saw a framed certificate somewhere hanging on the wall.

[@matthewfocke5360]

@@kevinvaughn8694 Professor is more fitting for Div...I agree....

[@ratrodsafrica]

Professor? But... they dont get their hands dirty...😀

[@movaughn20]

New wheels definitely a good choice!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks man. I wasn't sure but growing on me😀

[@ginfizz20]

I was just as excited as you the first time you moved the levers--- GREAT JOB

[@ratrodsafrica]

😁Thanks!

[@safatheswiss9981]

Howzit Diff, lekker to see the airbag system working. Thanks for the great videos, stay safe, god bless you and your family.

[@charlietabone6162]

That is super cool what a mad chassis

[@cliffgrimes895]

Glad to see your hard work paying off. Also, it was good to see you enjoying some fellowship with family and friends. I hope more and more people find your channel and subscribe.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks Cliff!

[@ishsiriram8286]

PS The wheels look great. Well done on the rear wheel spacers/adaptors.

[@Thinkhappi]

Oh maannnn miss you guys

[@VolkswagenTube]

Fantastic 👍True art, with function. 🙂

[@stucook8622]

Thanks for another interesting video Div.🍺

[@danielpancu9841]

Brindo contigo Duff, realmente me hace feliz, verte tan contento, con tu logro... mucho trabajo, y lo lograste, es un trabajo hermoso para tu camion... da placer ver a alguien conseguir su esfuerzo, y su ilusion... ha quedado brillante, y me permito decirte amigo... me alegra mucho tu logro. Es tambien de todos los que amamos los autos. Un abrazo!!!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thank you!

[@slipslop7156]

Another great video Diff, thanks for the tips

[@chimpfoos65]

You are amazing Duff

[@mikedyson7330]

Great craftsman ship.

[@irvinlewis5022]

I really wanted to see that suspension work. It did not disappoint. Now patiently waiting to see it with cab and fenders. I like the wheel choice.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Glad you like them!

[@DonCatherman]

Hello Div,,,,Rat Rod Bob and myself mounted new tires and wheels last week. The caps Bob brought for the back wheels.. American racing .. billet end caps ... Made in South Africa. We instantly thought of you..😆,,,,, 👍,, Bob said , hay I bet Div knows where these were made.. Another great episode brother.. 👍👍😎💪💯🏁

[@ratrodsafrica]

Howzit Don. I don't know and find it fascinating. If I want those wheels, I have to import from the States!

[@DonCatherman]

@@ratrodsafrica 👍👍😎💪💯🏁

[@crazywickedcustoms7272]

You hell of craftsman my friend.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thank you!

[@erneststevenson3872]

Boere biskuit en vriendskap is mooi genootskap. Stadig met die Lion Lager!

[@ratrodsafrica]

😀

[@jodycopeland1]

Looking good my friend

[@alanmartinez45]

Hello man! I've been binge watching and it's wild! As for the front suspension, it should be clocked in such a way that when you lower it(to test the full weight sand bags are your best friend), it still has about 1cm of travel at the wheels from the torsion bars before it slams, that way the travel from the bags will be maximized, we had to do something similar to use a trooper front axle in a rock crawler, we were using hydraulics but same principle applies... I love this build! I needed an idea for lowering a boat trailer... You have made my year! 😁😁😁😁

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks brother! Yes, I will do final setup of the torsion bars once the cab and all the weight is in place

[@jasonbillard5217]

Looking great Div.

[@geoffreymills9932]

What a cool looking chassis and the air ride is working great, it's really coming together on a nice style wheel, you've outdone yourself on this one Diff,, fantastic

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks brother!

[@Styrbord]

Progress! Allott of progress! Keep going my brother👍👍👍 Can you make a shift knob from a old small piston? I think a moped piston wold work wery Well!!!👍👍👍 (First) :)

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks! Gonna be some time before I get to shift knobs, but why not?🙂

[@rayprettner4230]

Mighty fine, mighty fine. 👍

[@mechanic72]

Awesome engineering. Great job

[@billscruggs5170]

It looks awesome Dif.

[@tomtruesdale6901]

That worked out way better than I thought it would, I knew the rear bags would work as that is standard sort of set but bagging the torsion bars for the front surprised me. Great job Sir.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thank you. Torsion bar setup will be finalized once all the bodywork is in place.

[@Mewtwoisabeast]

Im very excited to see it all done, good job man I hope to be doing the same stuff soon

[@alchemymotorsports]

Big n littles look mighty fine!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks, i like em too!🙂

[@TheOldaz1]

I'm impressed!! Great result Div, although I suspect you may need to adjust the torsion bars a little more to compensate for the tin work.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Yes, will to final torsion bar adjustment once all the weight is in place.

[@DoonerF]

Congratulations on the progress man!!! It’s looking good. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks 👍

[@zombietherapy1759]

Maybe a wood car from the storm. Have a lucka one!

[@jerrydodd6113]

Great vid, Diff! Always entertaining!

[@Investordoug]

That was awesome to watch!! Congrats!!!