Time to finish the Half Dun RUDICON

[@randytolle6706]

The number of bags required always amazed me when I used 60 lb bags for a small project. 60 bags per cubic yard. 3"× 3' x 6" takes 10 bags. If I were installing a lift, I might be tempted to saw out a square and dig down about 18". Add rebar and J Bolts.

[@dazwhit]

Yeah, I'm uncomfortable with the lack of depth. I would want that lift anchored on some large piers.

[@-RyN-23]

Stoked for this, but a little worried about that floor cracking out around the lift. Seems like real old concrete with not so great strength or thickness,. I would rear out squares and re pour 8 inch thick an make sure to tie in to the old 8 inch to help support since doing just the lift point areas,. We did it in our shop an had a good rep help us with the new sections to tear out and install new flooring , alot cheaper then a new floor an way safe for something that can really hurt you

[@terrywells3955]

Hope you feel better soon I can hear it in you're voice . Shop is coming right along

[@jamesirby4999]

Remember to paint that next patch with concrete adhesion improver (lowes -tractor supply) before adding the second layer of cement.

[@joeytatoskin6886]

Went from Robby Layton, to Paul at Fab Rats, to Matt off road Recovery and now to you ! I cant even begin to say how much I enjoy seeing all of your videos and what each of you do. I cant wait to see what you can do now that you have a lift! Keep up the great work you make great content

[@tinytattoomike7943]

They all suck Rudy rules!

[@davidsanders4703]

You did it 100% backwards

[@MadWiking]

@@davidsanders4703 Me too!🤣😂🤣

[@Rev1Kev]

My Journey was Matt’s off road recovery, Fab Rats, Rudy, and then Robby Layton

[@briansaysdie]

Matt to Fab Rats, Trail Mater, LT, and Rudy to Robby, Merlin, and Chads Fab

[@austinshackles549]

Just had a flashback to "shake hands with danger" there when that bit slipped just after you were greasing the hole. Seriously though, it's a great way to lose fingers, you should consider using a bit of stick or something to put grease in dodgy places like that. It's easy to say "it'll never happen to me" but that's no consolation if it ever does.

[@clivehorridge]

Just a tip, for strong concrete use less water, enough to hydrate the cement, but yours is too runny. It’ll work, but a stiff mix will give you more cured strength. Good to see you getting your shop together, it’s a long haul, but you’ll get there. ❤🇷🇴

[@tomaskey6844]

I used to drive truck and hauled several loads of Challenger Lifts from the factory to California. Neat to see one in your shop! You’ll love it.

[@jimwebb9328]

Back when I had an old tractor (Ford 850) I found an old 3 point mount, PTO powered mixer for small jobs. Sure beat mixing by hand in a wheelbarrow plus I could mix it anywhere then drive to the worksite and dump it with the pull of a lever.

[@richardthomas1743]

WOO HOO! Congrats on your shop and your new lift. You are doing real good Rudy. I think that some Chicken Noodle soup would help with your hoarse throat! 😁

[@markreetz1001]

That's why Noodle was perched so far up the wall! He knows too!

[@twistedlv]

Nah. I think Rudy is right. That thing is a crow in disguise!

[@JeepinJoe]

Congrats on the shop and everything it will become. You may want to put up a quality camera system with both internal and external cameras. It would be partially for security but also to catch things done in the shop that was missed using go pro's or phones. Helps as a backup when the go pros die.

[@Jordan-ws6jy]

Great to see things coming together for your new HQ! I pray that new concrete footing is deep enough and you at least tied the rebar together?

[@gumby511]

I was thinking the same thing. It's scary to see a repair done incorrectly on something that has potential to be deadly.

[@ericschaefer6002]

It doesn't look to me like his concrete repair patch is load bearing, so I'm not too worried about the improvised rebar work creating any safety risks. (Driving over weak concrete isn't too scary, but if one of those posts were anchored into that patch, then there would be much more to worry about!) On the other hand, it didn't look like the concrete in the area that needed repair was very thick at all, which makes me wonder if that floor in general was thick enough to anchor that lift on its own (as opposed to cutting, digging, and pouring a much deeper footing for each of the posts to anchor into.)

[@sanjosejeff]

Next time Rudy, just rotohammer sideways into the slab and sink rebar in 4 or 5 inches then tie an overlapping from the other side. You don’t want rebar to touch soil as it’s prone to rusting and not to code.

[@michaeltouchette8156]

welll he's not even using rebar.... steel tube....

[@DKingXJ]

Congrats on the new lift! Those chickens are Gamefowl mixes (fighting breeds), whoever turned them out there is "farm walking" the rooster. Just in case you were curious about what they are and why they are running loose out there. Looking forward to seeing more progress on the Rudicon!!

[@moneyandtimefreedom3352]

What does farm walking mean

[@DKingXJ]

@@moneyandtimefreedom3352 they put a single rooster out away from any other roosters, where he can't see or hear another rooster. That makes them more aggressive when they mature.

[@jeremynelson8496]

A lift is exactly what you needed. I look forward to seeing all the cool projects going through it.

[@wesleypainter2657]

keep up the good work. I like seeing you out with your dad. I'm sure I can't be the only person

[@coreycheatham06]

Yes, I really miss seeing father and son together more.

[@slowcountryboy476]

Typically, the footings should be at least 2x2 or preferably 3x3 by at least 2 feet deep to withstand the load of the machine plus whatever truck you lift. Personally, I would make it 3x3x3 with "J" bolts hooked to the rebar. That means the rebar must be place so the J bolts line up with the mounting holes on the machine. Alternatively, you can use all-thread the size of the machine's mounting holes with a square retro-fit plate and tow nuts holding the plate on the end of the all-thread. You can cut two peices of 1/2 inch plywood (one for each leg of the machine) and bore mounting holes the exact same as the mounting holes on the machine. Then you attach the all-thread bolts with flat plates to the plywood allowing enough all-thread to stick out above the surface of the floor to bolt the machine. The retro-fit plates should be about 2 inches above the dirt to prevent rust, but still buried in concrete. Look at google images for retro-fitting posts and columns. That will give a visual on what I elucidate above.

[@JB50713]

Your work will be much easier now with a lift! Lol Beautiful sunset over the mountains, wow!

[@gayle4804]

Congratulations on your new lift that is going to help you quite a bit, It sounded like you had a little bit of laryngitis hope you don't get more sick 😉 Going to enjoy seeing noodle they're at your shop

[@JRD77VET]

Lift looks good, congrats. One suggestion, when you put any vehicle on, raise it until the tires just come off the floor and give it a little shake. Much better to have a problem at a couple inches of lift than FEET of lift.

[@WendzDarKnight08]

That’s a nice lift!! Looking at one on eBay and boy am I tempted! Free shipping too!

[@lonhoschar1943]

Great addition to the shop!! I have no experience with those lifts but they look totally awesome!! If you're Dad and Robby both have them then they must be pretty darn good!! Congrats!!!!

[@stephenpoe2037]

Nothing like working when you are sick ! Take care of that ! Thanks for Sharing ! Nice lift !

[@jtcollins2112]

Looking great. Concrete and dirt, way more than you ever think.

[@doug9418]

That was awesome, you guys are getting the Fab shop looking great, job well done Rudy and company. Congratulations Rudy on your hoist. That hoist is going to solve alot of misery for you. Can't wait to see the work done to 1/2 done. Gotta say though you're moving on up..🇺🇸

[@francesrice7898]

Soon you will have everything you need to work on anything. I am so proud of you. Happy New Year. God bless you all. ❤️❤️🙏🙏👍👍🌟🌟❤️

[@Prisonmike89]

Sweet video Rudy! I might suggest some lights to brighten that place up a bit.

[@shaunmichaels6801]

Keep plugging away Rudy,you will get there in the end. Lots of people follow you,your dad,fab rats and Robby because we like the content and the people so keep going and have a great 2023 ahead☺️👍

[@zakstaxi1]

He wasnt at his dad's Christmas party either I figured he would as he's family But I do more.paul fab rats Matt and epic family road trip and Rudy

[@donlarsen9807]

Rudy, congratulations on the new lift! You know that you have started your own true shop when you own the new lift that was just installed! Best of luck to you and yours. Keep creating content and keep growing. Thanks for sharing. Stay safe healthy and happy 👍

[@albertorozco5981]

Congratulations Rudy 🎊

[@novavroomvroom3435]

WOW.... The shop is coming along...!!!! You're doing good... Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming...!!!

[@dcidci1012]

Fantastic videos, good job Rudy. Thanks for the videos.

[@johnfitzpatrick2469]

G,day from Sydney Australia. Sounds like you have Laryngitis "sore throat" A drink of warm tea, lemon juice and honey is "Just what the doctor ordered!" Nice workshop lift. 🍋☕🍯

[@mikebougher3731]

I use to install lifts and other garage equipment for a few years. Challenger lifts are the best in my opinion.

[@edwinschlee8374]

Nice looking lift Rudy! Now to get things done standing up!

[@billb.6109]

Congratulations on your new lift, and We wish you a very successful business future. Your hard work will pay off!!!

[@Farm_fab]

Using a bonding agent on your concrete mix will help to strengthen it, and help it to hold to the old concrete.

[@56Spookdog]

I’m no concrete expert but that looked a bit wet but maybe not wetting the dry surfaces it may help. From what I’ve learned a wet mixture is weaker mix.

[@pottstony1350]

Good seeing you Rudy you rock hope you got your voice back

[@jcreeker5581]

Great video. New shop, new lift... who knows what amazing things will be built.

[@jeffcary3773]

Cause' non of us have ever dropped a new part... Nice lookin' lift and kudos to the installer.

[@denzilt.ockerman8291]

Love the new shop can't wait to see what you get into in your adventures. Be safe and have fun while educating us along the way.

[@jps99]

Awesome, that lift is going to make a big difference in your work. Hope your throat is better soon!

[@chasepuzon6893]

I have one of the same lifts at work and love it I lift f350s with flat beds fuel tanks and tool boxes loaded But I have 8 inches of concrete below it

[@BackcountrywithShaughn]

Congratulations sir, that is great news and an excellent addition to your new shop!👍👍 IMO..determination, hard work and good friends/family and blessings/luck/fortune can help a person go a long way in this world. 🤔Things will change and keep changing all the time and all we have to do is our best always with whatever we have wherever we are. 🤷‍♂ We adapt, overcome and move forward. As someone once said...Life is short, play hard~ Thanks for sharing your story and adventures with us, much appreciated!

[@benth162]

Not too warm Ruddy. When concrete goes-off, being too warm will cause it to shrink thus causing cracks or separation from the old slab. Keep the heat low to allow it go-off slowly allowing the moisture to evaporate over a longer period of time.

[@MrBillsfishin]

Congrats on well deserved shop upgrade. Hope you feel better soon.

[@007twm]

Congratulations on your new lift. That's going to work out well, Rudy. Happy New Year to you and your crew. 👍

[@braxtond7889]

I like watching your videos no matter what the content is. Keep at it, Rudy, Janelle and Andy…you’re doing a great job 👍🏼 This video helps me out a lot, because I’m getting ready to put a lift in my pole barn. Thanks for sharing your tips of how too 💯😎🇺🇸✌🏼

[@Farm_fab]

At a Kmart I worked at years ago, I had a job of repairing a bad section of the floor which apparently was just a borderline pour of the original pad. I got a bag of concrete that had broken open, sifted it with an onion bag, wet the surfaces, mixed the mud and poured the mix in the small hole that I had cleaned out. This was not load bearing area, as it was in a walkway, but it was a safety issue as it was a trip hazard going from one area to another.

[@javabeanz8549]

Sounds like you are getting over whatever illness you had Rudy, still a bit raspy though. Don't over do it and relapse though! Nice shop upgrades!

[@bernieshort6311]

Hi Rudy, I have waited a long time to see Half Dun completed, so looking forward to your next videos. I am pleased for you and can almost feel your excitement having installed your new vehicle lift. Good luck for the future and may your new year be spectacular for you and your young lady. Kind regards from England UK.

[@richardthomas1743]

Happy New year everybody!!

[@kevin-haggerty]

That lift is beautiful! One day brother i plan to have a garage big enough for a full size lift

[@briansaysdie]

Stoked for you getting your workspace put together. Can't wait to see what you do with the rudicon and comanche! Or, maybe even the C10?

[@flyingmachinecustomparts8227]

Glad to see you moving forward and good new content.

[@coreycheatham06]

Loving the new vids! Keep up the great work everyone! Also, please wear respirator when doing anything producing silica dust. I love you guys and want yall around for a loooonnnng time! 👍

[@MrA1582000]

And gloves when working with concrete. Treated too many concrete burns working in an ER

[@j.j.clingman4083]

Rudy awesome new lift buddy!! I’m definitely wanting to get myself one also hopefully very soon!!! That is what I built my 60’x80’x16’ shop for with a full 6” thick concrete and infloor heat!!! Yes it was a lot of money up front but I definitely did it Wright for sure!!! I definitely can’t weight to get my lift put in because putting lift kits on trucks with out a lift takes much longer by stacking blocks up to set the frames on so that I can use the jacks under the axels!!! By having a lift it will eliminate the use of about a hundred blocks that I used to definitely make it safe from doing any rocking or teatering!! Lol!!! I haven’t desided on a lift yet but I definitely want one that will lift a vehicle up high enough so that I can park another vehicle under the vehicle that might be on the lift!!!

[@TheScoundrel70]

New shop, new lift, and I'm digging the new Super Dave Osborne voice! 😀👍🇨🇦

[@jimbranham3281]

Happy for you Rudy, feel better soon!

[@palooka6115]

@RAD Rudy: Build Project Suggestion. 1962 International Scout, 80 series Half Cab pickup. I grew up in Seirra National Forest near Shaver Lake, CA. Dad had one of these, in the early 70’s, we used to go get firewood in, and it was a ragtag, wouldn’t stay in second gear mess, but it would out climb and pull everything including the Sierra club Jeeps when they were up in the woods with us.

[@sandralutz-rodriguez2864]

congrats on the lift so rad Rudy!

[@greggmurphy2341]

Really like your channel and it just gets better when you have the young lady looking over your shoulder

[@dennisfromoz6436]

Rippa Lift...Well done guys. Seasons Greetings. Yoo-Hoo 2023. Luv Roast Chicken Too !

[@palooka6115]

Mechanics are always entertaining about not taking care of their shop vacs ! 😂 Gonna need a carpenter consultant for the concrete patching also. 🤓 Enjoying watching you grow and build.

[@jamesbigham9036]

Rudy I have been waiting for you to do some work on the Rudicon that is an amazing jeep. I like the new shop and the new lift

[@andrewgable7273]

Congrats on the lift install!!!!! Now to put it to use!!! Catch ya later.

[@milomiller909]

Nice to see you get a lift. God bless you in all you do.

[@markstorer7204]

Great news Rudy & Jinelle......this will make a massive difference to how you progress the Rudicon and also the Comanche.........I'm looking forward to more builds, and especially more radical builds that will make your dads look almost mainstream🐓🐓🐓🐓

[@HughCStevenson1]

Great new shop! You want to keep concrete moist to cure. Water is part of the reaction... I'm sure it will be ok.

[@GoatOffroad]

Happy New Year Rudy! That lift is awesome! 😎 We’re going on 8 months for our one ton build 😵‍💫🤦‍♀️ But life happens. Can’t wait to come wheel with you!

[@markglenn4929]

Your dust relocator works very well. Just getting the dust wet will make it absorb into the concrete you pour. The rebar pins will help.

[@markglenn4929]

Next time you might want to add 1/3 of a bag of Portland to the ready mix. The ready mix is not very strong. I think 3500psi. Adding the extra concrete adds to the psi

[@israeldiaz438]

Well done Rudy!!! Gretings from México!

[@anthonylee2099]

Congratulations on the New Lift Rudy. That’ll make your life much easier! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and Janelle! 🎄🎉🍾🤙😎

[@applesbighatranch6906]

That blue painter's tape has been on there about as long as my blue painter's tape has been on the side of my little cargo trailer-to-camper conversion, holding plastic sheet over a window opening I cut out last year. lol. What? Like 1.5 years? HEE! Almost there. Love the lift in your new shop. Congratulations! and best wishes going forward for a safe and well-run business. I hope to be a fabrication customer at some point in the future. Happy New Year to all of you!

[@refsa01]

Congratulations Rudy nice lift and shop. 🤠👍

[@richardhill4862]

Awesome. happy for you

[@johnkranz4004]

Nice lift Rudy That’s going to be a great addition to the Shop Happy New Year

[@Stephenja]

G'day Rudy and Janelle,. Merry Christmas 🌲🌲🎄 and All the best wishes for your New year. This video is a very uplifting experience

[@jaythemusicman801]

Great shots and editing. Really makes a difference

[@wyattearp1418]

Congratulations on your lift

[@stoppy6192]

I believe you're Rudy really enjoy your content. You got to get some more out there for us. I miss you guys when you were at Matt's off room recovery. Really enjoy it. Try to follow you and him and fab rat and a couple other KZbin channels that I really enjoy. Really enjoy your contact. Keep it up

[@shawnchurch316]

Nussbaum lifts are the ultimate 2 post lifts. I have 2 nussbaum otto 12 lifts along with a otto 15 and a otto 18 and they all have double jointed lifting arms which is a game changer.

[@meatdotpopsikle]

Love the new shop, the new lift, and the new guard "dog". GL HF!

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Happy New Year. Here’s to a great year ahead. Can’t wait to see more videos soon. Fab On. Weld on. Keep making. God bless.

[@austinadventure]

Congrats on the new shop and Lift! what a game changer, Stoked for you and the channel, Keep up the great work!!

[@mikbryant9225]

You have some right ideas. One thing to keep in mind. When rebar is touching earth it will rust out. You may get 5 years out of that patch job. Only 1-2 years on cold joints. Glad your not putting weight directly on it.

[@jamessmith7691]

Nice going with the overhead support lift. The floor wouldn't have been the best without it.

[@thomaswaddell9012]

Before being bought by whoever named it Quickcrete it was Sakrete made in Fredonia, Pa.

[@botfoblhrp]

your installer guy gonna love you have forklift. wow the giant lift , thats even more awesome.

[@lawrenceengel3330]

That is a super nice lift! Exciting to see this shop coming together 👌

[@ggalland1]

Caught me off guard. I had checked to see if you posted and didn't see anything. Went for coffee, came back to watch another and BAM!! There is was. So happy you got the lift in. I hope you and Janelle and a very Merry Christmas and look forward to the next video and seeing 1/2 Dunn getting worked on.

[@mattgraham1983]

👍nice one, the new shop is looking great.... although you sound sick

[@dudleybaggerman9574]

Get it done 👍👍

[@knowledgeseeker3188]

Good luck with the new facility!

[@Jammer.1]

Congrats & Merry Christmas to the both of you !

[@maysamtayyeb4552]

Well done Rudy! Love your adventurous channel. Keep it up!

[@mudduck754]

Hope you and yours had a Merry Christmas youngster, and here's to a Happy New Year. Shops looking good things are coming along. A big pat on the back and you done good your way.

[@tinytattoomike7943]

Was wondering why Rudy and Jenelle weren’t at his dad big Christmas party?

[@wjhjr1415]

Rudy, Old guy here. The bag give the volume it will pour. Calculate the volume of the hole and add 10%. Won't ever miss.

[@edwardallen7477]

Congratulations! Looking forward to more

[@braxtond7889]

Something to think about: you should do a complete build on the Jeep Comanche, with your dad, in your shop. I think that would be something that your viewers would like, not to mention how it would grow the channel…just a thought 😎🇺🇸✌🏼