There's Only One Thing Left To Do Now That The FJ45's Is Fixed!

The FJ has been having some serious transmission problems, but with a little TLC hopefully it will be back on the trails in no time! Check it out!
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[@rodney1818]

It doesn't matter a black and white film is black and white even on a color TV

[@georgepoulos3527]

Paul, do cleetus and cars burnout competition. I’m sure you’ll shine!!!

[@MegaClaymor]

Paul used the smurf ladder and didn’t sing the song!

[@ditzydoo4378]

Tranny problems??? Time to call in "Monster in a Box". Rebuilt a 400 into a near indestructible tranny I can trust.

[@hillbillyhippie597]

That was a 2 thumbs up Smokey Burnout 👍🏻👍🏻🍻🇺🇸🤙🏻

[@brandoncravens3877]

Ben's legitimate look of surprise when Paul read the instructions and said "He's changing his ways" 🤣🤣🤣

[@92284cmd]

I cracked up when I saw that look. That was awesome!

[@robert-vt1fq]

I never want to upset Paul or anybody on your phone you guys are the greatest and you guys are the greatest show ever God bless y'all

[@michaelpayne1737]

Old dogs can learn new tricks! Lol

[@MacsSpecialitiesMotorsports]

lol

[@markreed2576]

I’m a retired aircraft mechanic and enjoy watching good skills on display. You guys make it look easy and that’s the sign of real talent.

[@masterbates7016]

Good editing goes a long way making it look smother them it really is going

[@mm7686]

Hunter has become one hell of an addition to the team.👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽

[@sixupsprite5501]

"He is the fire department" was a great line. 😂 16:50

[@lopezlopez7132]

And when he learns not to jerk the camera back and forth, he'll become a cameraman...

[@o.gbadger611]

Actually thought that too. Get amongst it Hunter

[@o.gbadger611]

@@lopezlopez7132 I think I'd rather raw footage of the boy's than "perfect"mate

[@lopezlopez7132]

@@o.gbadger611Well, if you like getting dizzy from his camera movements... You can also watch KZbin sitting on a swing for full "raw" experience.

[@robertmallory4033]

I'm just amazed at how Paul knows how to do all these specialized jobs. Awesome

[@andrewruble7706]

Bens laugh at the end was priceless. Hunter I think Paul set a standard that you must try and beat! Good Luck.

[@09dave1952]

Going to need a longer driveway!

[@seanworkman431]

Hunter will need a line lock fitted or he will melt his axle shafts from the brake heat. I had one, couldn't help but do a burnout everywhere, till the law changed and the slightest squeak and the cops could impound your car.

[@bripslag]

Only 2:12 into the video and Grandma Lolly is already getting bleeped. 😄 I love it! I'm pretty sure Ben uses his little pocket screwdriver more often than any other tool. It's also awesome watching Paul just dive into a transmission rebuild like it's no big deal.

[@steelmill]

We went from an all time low to an all time high in 30 mins.Great work fellows we all loved it.

[@randallmuir7037]

I wanna see a clean FAB RATS wrap or paint job on that unit

[@jimalexander7004]

I'd love to see the inside of the old Torque Convertor. Maybe the Torque convertor shop can cut it open for a peek?

[@jeffwisemiller3590]

Seen a few of those cut open & I'd say it would won't be pretty. Good thing you can't smell it neither, yuck!

[@Bob-Whiting]

They grind off the weld around the "belly" of it so they can re-build it anyways. It needs to be super clean inside and there are "vanes" inside and some have clutches inside, I believe Paul's does. I never got to see inside of them, we just pulled em and had them pick 'em up for cores to be re-built!

[@jeffwisemiller3590]

@@Bob-Whiting Rebuilt them for years. Dodge was the worst because the starter ring is part of the convertor. Snagged that sucker a few times, ouch!

[@jackmorrison8269]

The FJ is seriously the best build ive seen. Watching Paul finally build his "unicorn" dream rig and seeing how awesome it performs is epic. You can see it in his face how happy he is driving that thing and his pride. Still have yet to see it fail. Love that truck 👍

[@sunburd200]

Ass wipes

[@chrissimmons464]

I appreciate how Paul & Ben work so well together, finish each others sentences and how Landon just shows up and jumps in. Thanks again for sharing.

[@UncleManuel]

Ben's face as Paul said "I'm reading the instructions!"... 😂😂😂

[@RC-wm2ip]

I really enjoy watching your vids. Your not afraid to show your mistakes. GREAT JOB!

[@gordonwalker8003]

lol funny

[@boh348]

always flush the cooling system or you will put metal right back in your new transmissions. Do uhaul mod. they put spin on filters in the cooling lines to catch most for the debris.

[@boardnski156]

Magnefine auxiliary transmission filters on the cooler return line FTW!

[@mattturner7238]

Second that, no way to get all that out of cooler. Put a extra filter on!

[@boh348]

@@mattturner7238 I have used my power washer on idle with the soak tip to wash and backwash them a few times.

[@donaldfrazier5244]

You guys are hilarious,entertaining and educational,keeping us all coming back for more awesome job gents!

[@karlschwaber9568]

Paul dismantles, repairs, and reassembles turbo hydromatic 400 transmissions without even opening a book. Personally I find that amazing.

[@gsmith6255]

Today’s video hit all the top elements, mechanical, instructional, funny, burnout and the list goes on thanks for sharing!

[@tiredagain6722]

Let's have a moment of silence for the dear departed trans. He lived a good life and never let you down!

[@bannedbycommieyoutube5time920]

I love how quickly Paul can fix them…it shows how many he has destroyed over the years 🤣

[@jeremy-de4wf]

you can tell when the transmission lost all it's money at the strip club. it comes home smelling funny and covered in glitter

[@johnshackelford6965]

Driving in Utah getting 😳 gas the manager looks at my front left tire. He said it needed a bolt 🔩 it broke But got replaced. COVID stopped me from returning home. It's dark in Beaver Utah but not happening this year.

[@nunyabiz8708]

You will never get all the metal out of the cooler or rubber trans lines.

[@miahsbrokengarage]

I appreciate the support. Trans lives matter!

[@donbearden1953]

Paul, you are blessed to have the talents and health to do what you do!

[@darrellroeters4951]

Paul has a great attitude when something is ruined , but to get after it. Love that. And when he makes a mistake he eventually owns up it also helps the viewers.

[@shaggy.cm.84]

Awesome seeing yall come together. Land in the shop learning from his dad and uncle is rad. The knowledge Land and Hunter are learning is priceless

[@detroitdiy]

Paul you guys are welcome, Jerky is also a staple at my house. Hope you can find a use for the laser level. Keep up the great work and awesome video's. The burnout was over the top.

[@timvanasen6711]

I gotta say Hunter is lucky to have this experience with Paul & Ben learning tradecraft & having fun, that's a proper burnout your FJ-45 is a one of a kind beast, awesome video thank's for sharing God bless ❤😉👍

[@Bob-Whiting]

@Fab Rats An idea you may or may not like, we used a swamp cooler water pump sitting in a large coffee can or bowl to pump some solvent thru the lines and tranny cooler to flush it out, and then some clean trans fluid flushed thru also with the same pump system to finish off the flush job! I of course don't have to tell you, but I'll say it for the less informed, the fluid you flushed the solvent out with Must Not be re-used! It gave it's life for a good cause...

[@ZanderEast]

Awesome to hear Ben laugh like that. Awesome chemistry

[@richardpancake1487]

Good seeing Lan again. We need an update on his truck.

[@tuneman7352]

It was so cool getting to meet all of you that day! You just about has her back together. Watching your videos helped inspire me to get back to working on cars again! Thank you for taking the time to take a photo and say hi! Tuneman from Caldwell, ID.

[@aloberdorf4579]

The smell of burning rubber brings back many memories....occasionally involving cars and trucks......and much respect for the tolerance and understanding of many parents of my associates Folks.....(like....thanks...I needed new tires anyway...) LOL !!

[@CarCapture]

You guys have a lot of varied content but this one should just be titled 'Classic Fab Rats'. Love it

[@PaulBawby]

Glad to see the FJ is fixed, it's the coolest rock crawler!

[@zachstark1]

That transmission holder is so genius!

[@yumahawg]

i'm glad you have good understanding neighbors that don't complain when you do burn outs

[@MrPhatkatz]

I was lucky enough to get in the top 10 on the like button this morning and it was well deserved. Another awesome video and great work from the guys. Also one of the best burnouts I've ever seen, great work guys, keep it up.......... 👍👍👍

[@bonacker9762]

@Alex Shannon, Hey Fab Rats you know you have good content when viewers are happy that we can become one of the earliest people to like your videos....

[@mrmongo6722]

Well Paul you know the old saying if it breaks it was meant to be fixed. You and Ben were impressive doing the R&R on that transmission which only means you were lucky or you have done this gig to many times. Non the less the Yota needed a little love. Thanks for video and stay warm.

[@SamCanada1]

20:59 I did something similar once and ended up in emerg with methanol in my eyes. I had safety glasses on with side shields, a requirement at my job, but the force blew off the glasses. Maybe a cloth over the funnel opening. lol Thanks for the video. 👍

[@theburtseoni]

It's good to see the FJ45 fixed and back on the road, that is until it's next 'unscheduled maintenance procedure' is due? 🤓 But, it is in good hands with you folks, you always have a quick and worthy solution to every problem!

[@lonhoschar1943]

Paul, I think it's really awesome the mechanical knowledge that you and Ben have!! It amazes me!! You two are teaching a lifetime of knowledge to a new generation and that is truly something to be proud of!!! Keep up the good work!!!

[@sarahmoore3831]

We love watching you both working together ❤

[@kimetherington2252]

Record time in getting the job done! The test drive Smokey burnouts was Fab Rats style Sweet! Thanks Grandma for keeping the guys fed! Thanks for the Subs who keeps them in snacks between Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner! Great editing Michelle as always! Til next time take care and stay safe...

[@johnperun232]

Outstanding Teamwork (Fab Rats Style) Have a Great Day 👍 God Bless America 🇺🇸

[@inglisspeedco.6008]

+1 on a crush sleeve eliminator kit! Especially with the torque you guys are putting into that pinion with the tall tires, and the shock loads it’s getting on rocks. You’ll very likely never hurt the eliminator, so it’s a for life part!

[@joelellington8459]

That is an outrageously cool bench for transmissions. Fab is right!!

[@Dylanwoodruff7]

Love the wide angle lens for working under the truck! Can see so much more!

[@michaelc.3812]

That old rock salt sure does a great job with the ole ice buildup. Cheaper than propane and mapp gas too!

[@lawrenceengel3330]

That was a MONSTER burnout 👌

[@bonacker9762]

Fab Rats , You know you putting out good content when your viewers are happy they are one of the first people to watch your content... By being a lower number on the like counter than last time...That has to be one of the best burnouts I have seen....

[@johnnemeth825]

I really enjoy watching these youtubes they are so interesting I always liked working on my cars and trucks when I was growing up this brings back so many good memories I wish a was younger I would love to do this at 73 yrs old I can't crawl around like that anymore but I still ride my motorcycle and work that's about thank for these videos God Bless all of you

[@daveswinington896]

I don't have much experience with checking out "burn outs" but I've got to admit that was very impressive little graphic burn on your driveway there… Looks like so much fun‼

[@waynefields4813]

The burnout to an untrained eye would seem like shenanigans, but to the trained eye it was a test for the functionality of the transmission, there it is 😂😂

[@brentlaroche3196]

👍👍 Double thumbs up for the burn out!!

[@michaelgould7802]

Give Ben a meaningful gift. It's a mood booster!

[@SilentCougar]

Seeing this Beast 🦄transfrom from its tarp covered fence gaurding spot a yr or so ago is amazing. 'If he's happy I'm happy' being the smile on Paul's face when the deal was sealed and seeing it now. A true labour of love, talent, determination and will to complete the task is where respect is gained. This is one of the projects I have thoroughly enjoyed watching transpire to where it is now...keep up the great work team...👍

[@reddog543211]

Excellent video guys....burn-out extraordinaire!!..... great job Hunter,cam shots were spot on !!... editing Queen done amazing !!

[@ateamoffroad1179]

Great video y'all, that is the one thing I have always been nervous about doing is the transmission. But I got a book on them so I think I might tackle that in the future.

[@richarda996]

Bless grandma’s, they do take care of us. Wish I still had mine.😢

[@jeremy-de4wf]

Wait, at 19:30. Was that a damned Tone-Loc impression? That was some Wild Thing if I ever heard it

[@SchysCraftCo.]

It was nice while it lasted. Great job guys. Very nice video. Can't wait to see more videos soon. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friends. Fab On. Weld On. Keep making. God bless.

[@nathanwoten6236]

You should run a solid spacer in the rear end especially in a off rosd rig or something your abusing a good amount. You having a lathe will make it easy to make one. I always have crushed the sleeve then pulled it out and messured it then built a sleeve and reinstalled everything

[@ALPACABOWLCOMPANY]

That BurnOut was fun. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge.

[@j.j.clingman4083]

Hey Paul you should try one of those crush sleeves eliminators!! I ended up putting one in my 14 bolt FF!! So much easier in setting the bearings up I thought!!!! Awesome video buddy and remember keep up all the hard work buddy!!!!

[@donaldprice8512]

That was an awesome burnout

[@jaywebb3105]

It's always good to get some practice in changing the TC case. I bet you guys took 20 minutes off the next installation process. Do it nice or twice...lol I just love you all content, it's just honest. Most would have left the mishaps on the editor's trash bin. Great job guys.

[@madrew2003]

You are probably tired of my recommendations by now, but I got another! It looks like your adapter on the transfer case that you put the studs in is aluminum. Since you are likely to have that thing together and apart a million times in your lifetime I recommend putting solid metal thread inserts in the adapter plate. Keenserts is what I use. They won't lossen up over time and you won't be fighting with studs loosening up. As always, I love the content and your teams delivery! This is pretty much my favorite youtube channel!

[@bobjoncas2814]

LOOKIN GOOD KEEP SAFE...

[@KGauto_Diagnostics]

That "Work tongue engaged" part had me dying LOL Well done Michelle 👏

[@TimsBitsnPieces]

Your neighbours must love you with all the burnouts and shenanigans you lot get up to.., Great to see the FJ back together happy and running smoothly.

[@DallasMu]

I drove by there yesterday (Thursday 12-1) and I saw those tire marks and my first thought was Fabrats doing some fun stuff again. I almost stopped but being in a semi and short on time I had to keep going . Kind of wished I would have now. Would of got one those xmas ornaments.

[@gbodyshuffle402]

Keep up the good work!

[@JanelleVocate-Ames]

YAY!!! You are FIRST!!!!

[@davidsanders4703]

FabRats to 1,000,000

[@davidcobb2418]

Nice burnout! She's a ripper good job guys!

[@danjones1365]

25:34 my heart skipped a beat when I saw Paul miss his hammer strike towards his face!

[@paytonruss55]

Letting if some steam with some 11s at the end was the icing on the cake after that rebuild 💪🏾 epic vid FabFam!

[@mestizoster]

Nothing like a old school turbo 400. Great video Brothers!

[@timburgess4149]

Nothing like having a little bit of fun. Good job guys!.

[@saunadevil666]

All is on time in the world again.

[@iancooper5798]

You need a table on wheels to put tools and parts on instead of the floor save your backs👍

[@jeremy-de4wf]

you seen that shop? another horizontal surface would just have stuff set on it

[@kentmackey2717]

They graciously accept gifts! 😁

[@Marcywm42]

Comes the revolution I want these guys on our side.

[@JT-SE-OHIO]

You sure made rebuilding the transmission look easy. I always thought that special pullers and snap ring pliers were needed to rebuild one, guess I was wrong. The 400 turbo and the powerglide transmissions were two of GM's toughest transmissions that I know of. I have 5 or 6 powerglides but only one 400 left laying around. One of the powerglides doesn't use a torque converter it has an on/off valve tapped into the front pump. I used it on the circle track. Less rotating weight for faster throttle response. The FJ is a one-of-a-kind, well built crawling machine. Can you imagine how much it would cost to have one like it built if you couldn't do it yourself?

[@petertarantelli]

That’s A LOT of experience and expertise right there!!!!

[@K3NnY_G]

29:25 - Man, very skilled; so controlled and even spun the wheels down before he hit the dirt to not shoot rocks everywhere.

[@robertturkey7408]

I love all of the builds that you have done and watching you demo cars

[@jeromeknasinski3862]

Super cool....at my age I'll never use the info but I learned a lot about transmissions. Great video

[@masterbates7016]

Gotta love grandma coming in LMAO she's one of my favorites

[@dezfan]

Ben needs a rig! Something cool like a Jeepster, or maybe a Willy’s Truck! Let’s make it happen! 😎

[@thomasdunn22]

Awesome video, just had a smile on my face watching the smokey burnout.

[@wb2dx717]

wishing everyone at FabRats productions a merry Christmas

[@MrBillsfishin]

Always a great time. Thanks Gents.

[@dmorgan28]

You guys did an awesome job on that rebuild (trans.,pressure plate,transfer case, rearend) from stem to stern. And then the test drive and burnout. Lol. Awesome ❤️👍

[@stevehaken]

Great video! We need Fab Rats FJ40 Stickers!

[@saltymouse1813]

Fab Rats new motto. We do it right because we do it twice. Lol.

[@janinecastro341]

Paul forgot to sing the smurf song when he used the small blue ladder. Come on Fab Rats. Lol. Paul needs to sing the whole song now. 🎵 We enjoy you guys.

[@curtisalbrecht2049]

Love that drain table!! Remember that build episode.

[@TheMr9fingers]

Nice work good thing you have the ability to rebuild the trans yourself just have to remember to order another rebuilt kit for the shelf

[@seib6324]

Certainly glad the instruction book had pictures for you. LOL

[@brianstansbury8249]

👍👍 I just love the sound of the FJ. Another fun video!

[@ccrockyhorses98]

Right on guys! Way to go! Now on to Dar's Jeep then Ben's!

[@erichusmann5145]

"Do I need to call the fire department?" "He is the fire department!" Score one for Hunter, someone forgot that Paul is a volunteer firefighter! (One of Matt's videos from a year or two ago as I recall.)

[@macgyvernetwork1437]

Turbo 400 and 350 are nice Transmissions but I have never seen one last very long behind a suped up engine. Great videos!

[@cliffcross6487]

Ben has the greatest laugh, especially at the end of this video. You guys are Great.