Making Custom Fender Flares for the 1959 Renault - Part 1

[@sufferedenuf]

"Shiny paint just causes stress" ! I love it! Gonna get a sticker that says it for my truck.

[@ratrodsafrica]

😁 You can get one in my merch store!

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Looking forward to seeing how much clearance you have at full steering throw you have there Div! Glad to see you back!

[@ratrodsafrica]

I checked it. Also did the old jump on the front end thing to get some suspension travel. All good🙂

[@MARKLENTZ-n4z]

Good to see you back at work missed your videos.Great that you are on the mend looking more like your old self.

[@frankschwartz7405]

Hey Diff! Great to see you back in the shop. That means, to me, that if you're up to working and making a video, you must be feeling better Keep on getting better....WOW! You're even dancing @6:05 Frank

[@robertstevison1448]

Awesome evening brother from another country great to see you getting about again after the adventure of the tour of your property I am excited to see you back on the bug again just take it easy and don't overdo it !!! As always another great adventure brother

[@robames1293]

Little car and Div both looking good. Keep doing what you're doing.

[@LaughingTerry]

It's great to have you back at work. I have gotten a bunch of ideas watching you.

[@CarCommentator]

The level of detail in this restoration is extraordinary. You can see the love and effort in every frame

[@gerrymilidantri6457]

I'm a new subscriber and cancer survivor from the State of Connecticut USA. Your channel is awesome. I look forward to video's. God bless, and may you have a long and healthy life

[@laurensmith1828]

The fender looks awesome. What a difference!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Well done, fellow survivor! And welcome to my shop! Thanks for the sub

[@lenbehr2571]

I'm happy to see you back in the shop Diff! Take it easy my brother healing is a slow process

[@heidenfelderkustoms1502]

I’m recovering from hernia surgery now. Turned out I had three spots not one. I’m just at eight days recovering. You are providing entertainment during my down time.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Hope you recover soon! All the best

[@heidenfelderkustoms1502]

@@ratrodsafrica thank you

[@Kenny_Ded]

Good to see you back in the shop, Diff.

[@bobmoore8321]

great to see you back missed your video's

[@eddyfurlan9231]

Good to see you back Div.

[@lottiecooper609]

God bless you my friend!!! I'm so happy to see you kicking butt like you always do!!! Thanks for sharing with us, and have a great day!!!

[@rickm5806]

It's so good to see you back at it! Concentrate on getting well, and do what you feel like, We'll be here.

[@jameswelch7516]

I'm glad to see you are doing great. Stay safe and healthy

[@pacificrider08]

The amount of work you put in your videos is amazing. I couldn't tell you are still recovering, your skills are that high level, can't wait to see your design work on the rear fenders next. Happy your back and doing well!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks!

[@hankpugh4980]

Nice to see the professor of Forrest Engineering back in his classroom. Glad you’re feeling up to working in your shop. Thanks!

[@StevenStratford]

That's part of what makes you're channel so good...nothings forced on us the subscribers or viewers....loved watching so many episodes and you've always had great content...many many thanks;steve

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thank you Steve

[@steenhoffmann4259]

Hej Diff. We call it a grandfather here in Denmark, when you take a little afternoon nap. You deserve it. Greetings from Misery Bay

[@robertstevison1448]

Thank you for taking it easy brother have a lekka one 🙏🏾 and prayers continue for speedy recovery 🙏🏾

[@916rxyrox]

Great to have you back, teacher! I needed the distraction from crazy times stateside! Stay well!

[@ratrodsafrica]

Yeah, things are pretty crazy over there!

[@jameshamilton1811]

So good to see you back in your shop. Stay safe look after yourself and keep doing what you do.

[@jacquelinechellis4036]

I like the round stock rolled fender lip. Looking good. Very sturdy also. Thanks for the tips.

[@letsbefrank6269]

If I may say so, the thing is Diff, you’re getting enjoyment from what you do and inspiring others at the same time, that’s a double edged sword right there! Little Reno bug is coming along very nicely.😊

[@JamesKinsey-di6ld]

Good to see you back in the shop working my friend.

[@joeshermenti2082]

The flares look great diff it's good to see you back in the shop

[@robertlemoi7919]

God bless you and your family. You are truly a pleasure and joy to watch.

[@GProv]

Awesome to c you back Diff loveing what you do , remember to take it slow. And don't over do do it . 🙏🙌🙏.

[@arlenbenard7294]

So glad you are back in your shop and well on your road to recovery ! The Rat Rodding world is better with you there ! Best wishes from the USA !

[@jjfalarka8837]

I live in Brasil retired from Los Angeles and understand the dificulty of aquiring parts like you can in the USA. We have to get creative to find parts everywhere. You are indeed an artist congratulations great fender flare.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks! A long time ago, I traveled quite a lot. Spent many months in Brazil, and it was the best place I ever visited. Loved the people and there zest for life

[@RIDGERUNNER3174]

Those fenders turned out excellent. I’m definitely glad to see your recovering and wish you well.

[@rogergreen3890]

So good to see you back in the shop again. Hope everything keeps going well for you.

[@diecastdemolition8521]

It's good to see you back in the shop mate, You are my kind of fellow human being

[@VolkswagenTube]

Keep on keeping on Diff. We're behind you 👍

[@ginfizz20]

Glad to have you back postings. As you were welding the 'extension" I was thinking, "how is it he never burns through like I do all the time?" and just then YOU burned through. Your ARE human! Your explanation on how you will correct the situation is very helpful. I usually just go back and try to fill the hole and continue on welding as I had been when I burned through. Thank you for the explanation of a "SCAN". I have been getting them for quite some time now and never knew it.

[@ratrodsafrica]

😀👍A good little trick when you've burned a hole and you are struggling to close it - back it with a piece of copper or aluminum and then weld it up. It helps to absorb some of the heat, and the welding does not stick to it

[@shotsrodder]

Flairs look good 😎 sweetie is going to be very happy 🥰

[@dannico58]

You can't rush art, my friend, take your time.

[@boblum9191]

It is so good to see you back in the shop. There is no better way to recover than by doing what you love to do! Just don't over do it.

[@mikewilliams2072]

I hope you get back to your old self soon, just don't over do it , hope to watch you fabricate more rat rods for years to come!!!!!

[@richcaseaxon]

Glad you're feeling better (enough) to get back at it Dif, thanks for the video!

[@user-lj1hi4xh6o]

Div glad to see you back ,doing what you love. The fenders look great. But please don’t push yourself too much.

[@alfbittner6489]

Good to see back. Diff, I've enjoyed this episode, the flaired guards are like bought ones. Go and have that much deserved nap, and dream of rat rods.

[@micartecca]

Glad to see you back sir! Pray for you and the wife on a speedy recovery. May the Good Lord bless you all the days of your life my friend.

[@vollkrassmann858]

The final shape is becoming visible. Keep the good work up and enjouy it 👍

[@markorr1874]

GOOD TO SEE YOU BACK TO SOMEWHAT NORMAL

[@randylucius8955]

It is good to see you back in the shop. Just keep going a little at a time.

[@jackmartin5040]

So glad that you are back. Don't over do it. Get regular SCANs and take it easy. Good Job Diff!

[@alexandermancha7172]

Nice to see you back in Action Diff. That’s going to be a one of a kind Original.

[@glenmiller3783]

Really good to see you back in the shop Div. The fender flares look really good.

[@joecioe8566]

Glad to see you back in the saddle. Take it easy and don't overdo it. nice job on the front wheel flares, looks great.

[@bobrainer4008]

Good to see you back. Take your time and heal. I believe we all want to see this and you other projects, but take it easy and heal.

[@robertwilliams8010]

I love it!!!!! Thank you for sharing your skills brother!!!! Great to see you back in action 🙏

[@larrymerrill3482]

So happy to see you back at it and I appreciate the welding tips you are a awesome teacher God Bless you ❤

[@parlund759]

So glad that you are back, missed you man. 🥰

[@michaelnieman6218]

The grinder will make you the welder you ain't keep up the GREAT WORK and heal up

[@lenmercer7443]

Great to see you back in the playroom doing what you love to do man, great work also

[@alanpaulick7815]

Wow Boet great to have you back in your workshop doing the Renobug. Remember baby steps hey and look after yourself. Take care.

[@chazzimoto1]

I'm glad you are able to get back to having fun.

[@rdmeenach]

Love the goofy music parts. Tuba, slide trombone, clarinet, knockers…always brings a laugh

[@Stuffdexdoes]

Wow look at this! Back to work for you! I'm so excited to watch this episode I'm commenting before I've even seen it.!!

[@juliocaverna4278]

Ótimo retorno meu amigo, um abraço.

[@HughClare-Talbot]

Great to see you home and working. Car is looking great too.

[@frankriemland6030]

Hi there hope you get better l enjoy watching you do what you do thanks Frank

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thanks 👍

[@karlalton3170]

Good to see you back on channel Diff 👍 greetings from Thailand 😎😎🇹🇭🇹🇭🤘🤘

[@danross344]

Great work, Diff. I’m very happy you’re feeling better. Love your channel.

[@Shiryas]

Glad to have you back. With your skills and knowledge you could have made a time machine, travelled back to chassis construction and moved it forward 20mm. But since the flares and yellow bug look badass, this will do! Dankie Div

[@gregtrotchie1077]

the meister is back in action, so glad to see you. good health to you from saskatchewan

[@mygarden365]

I personally am very Happy You are recovering from all that You went through, GOD Bless You. I always enjoy Your understanding in how You figure out the next step, in completing Your tasks. I learn from Your wonderful mind. Thank You. Super Excellent ! When we see it from the front, all we will see is, the Smile of You and Your Happy Lady! Later.

[@LarryBowles-s9v]

I will pray for your speedy recovery.

[@psnaith1]

So Glad you are back at it brother, just love the way you put things together and all the builds you have done! Keep rocking it, please take care of your self! We are all enjoying your ingenuity and the many talents you have!

[@denniscorbett1052]

So happy you are feeling better don't overdo keep them coming best channel on KZbin.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Thank you so much!

[@karelhavelaar4284]

Goed om je weer te zien veel gezondheid en een snel herstel toegewenst vanuit Nederland

[@dwaynelejeune3508]

🙏🙏to you! Glade to see you about, even if it’s a few hours a day. Keep up the inspiration and not giving up ❤.

[@dannypeter6565]

Functional, practical and good looking... sounds like a good woman. Thanks for sharing the how and why you do things. Very easy to understand and it all makes sense. Thanks and stay well. Cheers

[@thenotsojollyrancher-akate9516]

I’ve been hiding in the mountains. So glad to see you back brother. I was thinking about you on the way up into the mountains wondering how you were doing. Hope you can keep getting stronger! Thrilled to have you back.

[@ratrodsafrica]

Good place to hide and do good things🙂

[@brandygray5894]

Great solution brother. Glad to see you back in the shop 👍

[@keithk2926]

Very nice to see your back hoping all is great after your surgery Diff ,god bless cheers from California

[@CaroleThompson-l3y]

Nice to have you back Dif, stay healthy now brother 48:34

[@winstonquickfall9316]

Please take it easy...glad you back...love your fender arches...looking forward to the rear ones .❤

[@EdMuha-d8h]

i wish you a complete and speedy recovery

[@brandonpettit-gr9ly]

So glad you’re back we missed you brother! Keep healing!

[@joekever786]

Looks good nice to see you back in the shop doing what you love 😊

[@rwstillwater]

Sure glad to see you are healthy enough to be back at it. As always, very good commentary and video work.

[@scottcates]

It's pretty easy for me to get lost in the weeds of polishing but I learn more about design and creating with your videos, man.

[@jimwhittemore1610]

Great to see you back at it and not overdoing it. You are an inspiration on several levels, thanks

[@twintype]

Great to see you back on the bug! Enjoy that scan!

[@62_C10]

I would have happily watched you do the other side too ... guess that means I missed your presence on the tube. Good to have you back!

[@albertdehn8381]

Hope you feel better nice to see you around thanks for sharing 😀👍

[@paulfarley9542]

Glad to see you getting better the fender looks good

[@usmc.39rat24]

Looks great Div, take your time my brother. Shop time is like medicine 👍

[@keithkrause3386]

Yes, great to see you back in the shop, I hope your surgery worked out well for you😊

[@victor440_]

That front fender looks cool 😁👍💯

[@Jack_Ratchet]

Looking good Diff! The flares flow nicely. Lekker Boet!

[@marknphyll]

Great to see a fellow Senior Citizen also taking naps 💤💤💤

[@AndyMartin-i4n]

Hi Diff,amazing to have you back out in the shed,missed you buddy. All of the very best Sir with your recovery.Looking forward to rear arches. Cheers

[@frankpollifrone4069]

Good to have you back Div. I enjoy watching you & your amazing work. You are a good bloke from Down Under Australia.

[@patrickmeyer1967]

So glad you are on the mend!! I am thrilled you are able to be in the shop!!

[@gazzafloss]

Hi Div, so great to get back into the "workshop in the forest" with you. I like your take on the surface preparation and finish, we can be sure it'll be "just perfectly adequate". Going good man, look after yourself. Cheers mate.🦘🦘