The Easiest (and Sketchiest) Way to Lift Any Car for $10

Today I show you the easiest and sketchiest way to lift any car with a coil spring for under $10! With this we got an extra 2" of ground clearance on the Mini-Van!
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[@joshuagooden4212]

You need a table Bud that way you're not not always bending over. Then you can mount a vice to it and then you can really work without worrying about your fingers

[@ulrichf2530]

I agree.... you have the space for it now. And a vice is like a third arm

[@alexlivingston1646]

Joshua Gooden in the old shop he had something like that didn't he? I think it was just wood over a metal shelf though

[@Abannanapeel]

He doesn't have the money for one, why do you think the build hes trying is like under 5k

[@MauriceNL1]

Abananapeel he doesnt want to spend more than 5k on that rusty shitbox

[@joshuagooden4212]

MauriceNL what does a bench and a vice have to do with that van? Yes it would help when I'm working on that van but it would help him work on every other thing he does in the garage too. It's for the garage not the van

[@jackdren9974]

Dude just go on with the build. It's something different and interesting and a learning experience you can benefit from. It's just the new fans that are complaining about it while your old fans want to see this build complete so you can benefit from it both money wise and learning wise as well.

[@billygoat8707]

Jack Dren he sold it

[@Alex-vf1jq]

I’m an old fan and i still don’t like this build. Like he could be workin on the Rally Miata rn if he wasn’t workin on this

[@antoniomachado8837]

Alex he can't work on the rally miata if he doesn't do this build because he needs money

[@downhift2325]

The problem is that the car is to rusty and long gone, cool idea just bad car.

[@stephenturner2044]

I have been a sub on this channel for a long time and this build is just terrible...

[@PACKERMAN2077]

*Sketchium prepares for 34'' Donk rims*

[@moncorp1]

Donk rims. Do idiots still use those?

[@geromax7715]

"Paint it up so it doesn't rust" I chuckled at this statement.

[@IamBATMAN2024]

Same hahahah

[@22KINGCOOL]

??? What u mean

[@F3Ibane]

Same. Naïvium?

[@reece7259]

FUCK I really liked this build but it just didn't work out smh😟

[@jack-kg7vk]

yea

[@BFlo92]

He talked it down too much and killed it himself. I really wanted to see this build through.

[@thatsnotgonewellatall5517]

Reece was am amazing idea. But half his fans are boring I guess. Well no, they just only like small 2 seater

[@Kbmt55]

Reece ikr it's something unique that you dont see very often but no people like thinks that we have see million of times

[@alexlivingston1646]

kbmt 55 people want more miatas

[@joecool7606]

This van is cool. You should paint the inside headlight wells black.

[@jake-the-peg]

that wood look sick i was looking at thos thinking thay look emtey that wood fix that

[@irocz1380]

Yup

[@DelTalkoh]

Hey I was thinking the same thing!

[@dt205]

and put a black mesh in the shape of the old headlight over it

[@rustyboltzgarage827]

Man don’t listen to the guys. Think the vans different and neat and you show people that don’t have a lot of money but love cars how to have fun with whatever junk they have laying around.

[@asddd.]

Brad Dohm are u dead inside ???

[@ThinJizzy]

9fingersium

[@upsub]

Gingium where are the polls❓I liked having them in the videos

[@adammucha6522]

Skull Studios Twitter

[@n1cholas.w]

Twitter sucks

[@dapottis]

Nick White No it doesn't

[@gerritsikkema5776]

Pootis Spencer yes it does if he wants an honest opinion of his subs he should do it on youtube because that is where his viewers are at

[@Kattpelle]

Wtf I wanted to see this thing all done, I really liked this project :(

[@danielgeselle6782]

KattPelle sameeee

[@BernonCars]

Why would you spend hours and your own money on something and then break it lol

[@vegas_the_trucker1595]

Bernie practice in fabrication

[@helmetandcrayons3604]

Bernie ikr

[@anthonytatarchuk4365]

Views

[@arthie553]

this resume my relationship... my car... actually my entire life..

[@Brassyes]

its a sponsored build

[@LOLBROGAMER]

I think Gingium should make a compilation of him getting hurt. Seems to be a pretty common things these days. xd

[@thebigblazinb6903]

Gingium, I'm glad you're going through with this build. With all of the trials and tribulations, you're pressing through, and making it work. I'm glad to see you following through with something you started, I would've given up long ago. This car is gonna be awesome and I can't wait until it's finished. Keep doing you, and you'll go far. Don't get discouraged by these scumbag haters. Keep going brother.

[@thebigblazinb6903]

It's already lookin fuckin awesome btw.

[@macapple2697]

thebigblazinB I got some bad news buddy

[@matthewpostlewait1857]

" I hate these lights" as they fall on a welder and angle steel.... modify the legs duh

[@mottorcycle2559]

matthew postlewait that would be like thinking things through

[@Marc_Not_Mark]

He just needs sandbags to lay down across the legs

[@mottorcycle2559]

Crimson Steele I was thinking beanbag chair 😊

[@Henrik.Yngvesson]

You can't weld on springs, in best case they'll just bend but they'll probably snap after some riding. You should've cut the spring plate loose and moved it up a bit on the strut. If you got tubing in matching sizes you could also cut the strut and extend it.

[@TimZ007]

He is not welding on the spring , I don't think. Just the outer part of the spacer getting welded together. If you heat springs they loose their temper and will break from the flexing.

[@Henrik.Yngvesson]

@@TimZ007 If they lose the hardening they will just bend and stay there and not flex like a spring and that won't make them crack. The welding has what we call a "HAZ"(heat affected zone) and this will be affected by rapid cooling from the surrounding material which will be just like quenching so you'll get if not the whole weld a zone in the HAZ that forms martensite due to the carbon content in the spring steel. Google Schaeffler Delong diagram to see how the carbon equivalent affects the weld and which filler to use to compensate. Not only does the martensite itself become brittle due to lack of proper tempering but you'll also get grain growth in the HAZ which also makes it more brittle. And it only takes a thin strip of this hard brittle zone to make it crack and fail.

[@isaacespinozapatino4643]

Caleb you’re a legend

[@Hauuy-el1vv]

Keep your head up bro. Put as much as you can into the future

[@vincenttesta4963]

I like the build

[@MrDgm1995]

People complain about the van and want gingium to focus on the rallyata but as soon as he focuses on just the rallyata people will complain about not enough variety on the channel... you can’t please everyone but true fans will watch and support whatever gingium decides to do

[@roberthoward493]

Typically I never like videos but I’ve liked every van video in hopes to keep it alive, all of this reminds me of helping my buddy work on his “tofu drift van” so I have a real appreciation for these vans

[@maybeitruns]

I gotta say, it doesn't matter to me too terribly much what you work on. I like your filming/editing style, and all your projects are cool and engaging in their own ways. Keep on keepin on!

[@ArrogantViking]

Keeeeeep it

[@jack-kg7vk]

don't keep it!!!

[@chrisisworthit]

KEEP IT!!!

[@dylanthomas9777]

Thank God for that spoiler! Can't wait for what's next.

[@daveakerscustoms1194]

I must be getting old, *ahem* WHERE ARE YOUR DAMN SAFETY GOGGLES, SON? also, please get a bench with a vise. Hook hands and eye patches lose most of their bad-ass points when you explain that they came from angle grinding on the floor.

[@moncorp1]

Safety goggles? The dude is welding crap onto a cars coil springs. What safety?

[@ralphburrows8073]

That's the first time i have ever heard a man say "6 inches" with such enthusiasm

[@thecanadienstig9212]

bro why does everyone hate it so much, like I can understand the "I don't like it" part, because I bet almot everyone wants it to be a offroad and not a apocalips car, but there is sooo much people that just simply HATES it, like why?..

[@Alex-vf1jq]

The Canadien STIG the concept is amazing not gonna lie. But this car is junk and a waste of time. He could be workin on the miata rn if it wasn’t for this van.

[@Isaac-od4rm]

Bc the car is a piece of shit. This concept on a better car would be fine, but not this one.

[@MrDgm1995]

But guys this van is to make money for the other projects, he will make more from views than from selling it so help out by watching and enjoying not bashing

[@Isaac-od4rm]

MrDgm1995 but i dont enjoy. Comments are for opinions, so i stated mine. Its not like im forcing caleb to do what i want

[@LoneRevD]

First large bump ( if it even steers and doesn't require a 1/2 mile to turn around in) will probably rip the rusty suspension pivot points right out. Its a cool idea in concept. I understand it was a donor given to him, but perhaps a cleaner car and not something that looked like it was dragged out of the great lakes.... It ain't hate, its car guys that have probably been there knowing when a project is just to 'gone'. We'll watch on however he wants to go cause he's cool.

[@redsquirrelftw]

I was thinking "that does not look safe" right before the grinder took off lmao. You should really wear safety goggles too not only for physical protection but IR too (check at a welding shop I imagine they have something). You would not think, but grinding produces lot of IR light and it's bad for the eyes. I never knew this myself until I watched AvE's welding videos about the automatic welding masks.

[@xRamRacing]

They make these little spring things at any auto parts store for like $20 which is more safe lol

[@josephsamsor1698]

xRam yeah I was thinking about that. The ones with the two bolts you tighten or loosen?

[@thawkproductions4248]

Are they actually any safer though?

[@xRamRacing]

THawk Productions yes, many old 4x4 used to use them along with the add a leaf autozone sells. You can weld the bolts too on them which essentially what he did too. plus they have a larger surface area contacting the springs

[@user-JR800]

Because he has only $500 to build it for the gambler 500.

[@xRamRacing]

J R $10 plus a few hours of labor and almost cutting your finger off vs $20 and removing the tires to bolt them on

[@nickgulick3137]

Definitely keep going with the build. This one of the coolest projects I've seen and I think it'll be so awesome when it's finished.

[@legoMan104]

They said to destroy it so you don't sell it to someone and endanger there life.....

[@JrSok562]

Their

[@guni7197]

Hello Gingium! Greetings from Poland! Awesome video! ❤

[@bubbzification]

What up gingium. Missed your last video. Going back now to watch. Thought I would send some love your way. The van is coming along. Almost time to thrash on it and see what happens. The salt almost got the best of that one for sure. Keep the videos coming bro. Great content. 👍🏻👍🏻🤘🏻😎🤘🏻

[@samuelwalker5546]

Bruh. Keep it. This is content on KZbin that no one else has.

[@Kristo99]

come on dont give up

[@devonzuchotzki6786]

I like how everyone hated the van when he started but now that he was talking about selling it everyone seems to love the van

[@greenlime4994]

Love your vids man :)

[@mrmolnar66]

Dude this build is amazing like I wish I had the time/money to do this. Keep it up loving the series

[@noahsussey5440]

We’re learning about natural selection in biology class right now 😂😂👍🏽

[@MuckyxD]

Hey Gingium, you know, nothing is perfect, and you do an awesome job at KZbin with entertaining and instructional videos. I'm from Brazil and by far your channel is my favourite. Lots of fun with different cars, lots of cleaning and fixing and driving and now welding and racing and towing... Keep up with the cool and different ideas man, don't bother too much with the shitty van, for sure you're learning a lot and showing us all of it. Sorry if my english is bad, just wanted to let you know that we all love what you do, and if it's time to trash the project or not, we're all about it. P.S.: I shaved my head too XD Cheers from Brazil mate!!

[@thawkproductions4248]

Watching you grinding on the floor makes me think you should buy a vice... And a bench to mount it on lol

[@suzukaaihara4316]

Somehow this reminds me of the Old Haggard Garage days because the lift kit did reminded me of how they used to cut and weld there springs lol

[@lucastorrance-smith2486]

Whatever you do we will stick with you :) but pls wear eye protection you're killing me lmao

[@ilikeboost4764]

Lucas Torrance-Smith no. He's killing himself with no eye protection.

[@andrewd9580]

You should definitely keep working on this, after seeing it lifted and with new wheels it looks so cool

[@ilbangromero4690]

I still don't understand why people hate on this build, it's interesting and fun to watch, I absolutely love it. Sure people can complain all day about the fact that he "could be working on the rallyata." but think about it, if you keep hating the build and not watching the video he might not do the AWD swap miata in time anyway because he won't have MONEY. Guys please, have an open mind and support him.

[@mikee4571]

Hey love the video! Here is a tip to make your lights stay up: Put sand bags or something like that on the cross bars that go to the legs of the stand. That is what many studios do to prevent them from falling and breaking.

[@bigmikes2140]

Build a welding table with a vice on it working on the ground is what you do when you don’t spend money renting a shop. And you will see a huge improvement in your welding skills when it’s done as a bonus

[@owenshowek_4542]

I love the build. It makes me want to build something like this myself.

[@sallysthelove]

Safety glasses m8

[@antonioooization]

Gingium as one of the oldest subscribers I think the best option for you is to do what you want to do we will always support you and we will keep buying new merch ❤❤ I think most people here would not mind buying a few things just to keep you busy by improving your own skills and give us amazing content! Guys as subscribers let's support him as a big car community👌💪❤ and for you gingy give us some dope merch lanyards, keychains, decals to put on our cars, etc...

[@keeganlytle6278]

gotta love the fuck it mentality, I run my whole life off of it. Keep killin' it Ginge. As long as you learn something you're still winning.

[@natanaelonate5193]

thats actually really cool

[@DavurBeder]

pls dont give up i love this build it's so unique

[@monoliac02]

Keep it. I want to see the finished product. I'm watching you from France and i don't miss any of your videos. Just keep it up. I love what you do. I don't know why you want to sell your rx7. It looks so good in nardo grey with white rims. To me, you should go sleeper with that. But i will continue support your work. Keep it up bro. You rock men. A little hello from France ;)

[@burntchickennugget191]

Honestly i cant find a better youtuber that explains car stuff other then you. Your da best. I got a stock 2005 hyundai accent GT. A weird little ugly car. Wanted to lift it and swaps its in line 6 with an LD for power reasons. XD little did know it could barely fit a 1JZ.

[@ClayLud]

Awesome video man! Is there any reason a guy couldnt do the same things to the rear shocks as well?

[@makabranco8363]

What are you running? (Tires/wheels/size/) they would look dope on anything

[@juiceybananas5489]

Your van looks pretty cool with the lift and tires and wheels on it. Great looking van my man.

[@ttinnovations3310]

the head lights and signal light, can you make a floating bar and mount it in the middle? it currently looks stupid

[@weriesblack1375]

A wise man once told me it isnt dumb or stuped if it works and this works so good job

[@zeinyasser1526]

This build can be something amazing if done right... and he’s on track

[@chasefalgout9467]

This was actually quite informative

[@darkjam20]

Dude please keep it, I watch and enjoy every one of this series. Keep it clean and you'll get to abuse the shit out of it soon and it will all be worth it.

[@dains2967]

Sad to see the van is leaving but I'll still watch all your videos man!

[@nickkiefriter4874]

Could someone answer this. Could you do the same thing (with different measurements) for a miata

[@markryanh9237]

Keep it. I think in the end all the frustration will pay off. That thing is going to look good.

[@citrouspath2290]

Hi gingium I love and support every thing you do

[@thorvo9287]

Will you still go to the gambler 500? If so with the rally miata or a new off road car??

[@carljenkins7354]

Return of the Sketch Van.

[@lzvezdev3402]

Keep it. Try and fix it my man. It can be neat.

[@DenizenOfTheMoon]

Please keep doing this build, it’s awesome

[@vincere720]

thank god you’re selling it. i couldn’t watch too much money and time go into this just to see it break every video.

[@olsen4real]

Perfect, new video!

[@iTzKomplett]

It looks so awesome

[@ognjenkoplic9609]

This build should go on! It's going to help Caleb learn how to weld properly so he can fabricate stuff for his other clean cars, and then after he can sell it. :-)

[@warrensmith0505]

i personally would like to see this thing work i think its really cool

[@fgcarlover6112]

Soo.... why do people dislike this project? He does it for good reasons, and in the end, its a fun and amazingly stupid build. Finish this thing man, thrash on it and just have fun!

[@yodafischer]

This van is super is cool. Please keep it. This is a great idea.

[@joshporter5773]

Car KZbinr Demolition Derby: Ask loads of other you tubers that mod/fix cars like you do, get them to spread the word. They make their car for cheap (£2000 including buying the car) Weld a huge piece of steel as a bumper, and then smash it until it dies.

[@darkranger4]

I really like this project because it’s something different and really cool. I think you should finish it, drive it, and then sell it after and put the money into another car 👍🏾

[@curtispain653]

Talking bad is not going to help give this man some respect some dignity, like he’s doing this for us and all y’all doing is stressing this man out😪

[@micmac7298]

wanna convert a porsche boxster into an offroad desert machine any ideas? cheers mick

[@vixa-snipezgaming5580]

Ive been watching since the forza days. Legit love watching this because its different and not every youtuber is doing it! Its pretty neat. I was so excited for the turbo 2 rx7 but i knwp thats costly and probably not worth it for you. Excited for the subaru drivetrain miata tho😉

[@wildnshortz5213]

I was looking forward to this build but you’re putting so much time and effort into this build that i don’t think its worth it. If you can get that money for it and are willing to spend it on the miata id suggest doing it right away. It’s your decision to make and just know we’ll support you anyways keep up the good work bro.

[@user-JR800]

AbstractGaming he won't sell it yet till after he does the gambler 500 in it. Which is why he is moding it and putting his style on it. Plus a very good learning viechle to practise on.

[@josephsamsor1698]

Same thing exists but it’s just like two bolts you tighten to get it closer or farther

[@jimjones26]

Losing a finger tip costs around $17k where I live (ask me how I know) if you don't have insurance. Even if you do have insurance your coming out of pocket for the deductible. So, losing a finger tip sucks, and you will spend money you could use on your projects instead. Don't rush and do stupid stuff. You can lose a finger tip (or worse)!

[@XxBanditNoah]

A build i was actually really excited with and your selling it. if i’m being honest i’m a little pissed this shit was gonna be so cool

[@eldiabetogaming9585]

Begins video with a renewed sense of trademark Gingium optimism

[@baddogcustommetal3577]

Hope you aren't planning on driving this on the road. You took the temper out of the springs while adding severe stress points. Hopefully you don't kill someone when the springs fail.

[@jonathanmagness1231]

Bad Dog Custom Metal he does plan on driving the van on the road he is going to do the Gambler 500 in it

[@LoneRevD]

I hope it has lots of straights lol... x)

[@lewzero]

Bad Dog Custom Metal I was thinking the same thing. Easiest way to do what he wants is make a spacer at the top of the shock, and extend the mounting bolts. Then it would be solid, not a flexi danger zone

[@420navik9]

How long did it last i am not a mechanick but i have a rustbucket that i wanna build for off road and my budget is 0

[@hardwatermaniac]

One of my favourite builds right next to the bus and rally miata.

[@thorvo9287]

Hahaha i liked the natural selection pop up !! :-D

[@RX7-111]

Damn. Really loved this build

[@thatsnotgonewellatall5517]

KEEP IT PLEASE. Second coolest vehicle you've got

[@ardenunger2932]

*Fabium returns.*

[@jackwolffenbuttel5834]

The build must continue its so sick

[@douglaspealing5608]

I LOVE THIS THING

[@NeffF]

Would’ve been a good idea to use undercoating on the Rust spots to slow it down and make it that much nicer

[@ssaxmanful]

Please keep at this build. We like it.

[@fricc6982]

Girl: "Why is there a 3 1/2" mark on your ruler?" Gingium: 😎

[@tomcole020]

Keep it! Please I love this build