Transcendence - Episode 19 Removing the Rear Windows Bus Conversion

[@TheGreyMan101]

I've been lucky enough to work in 3D printing/Additive Manufacturing for the last 20 years and I've used that Buckminster Fuller quote some many times to describe how AM is changing the manufacturing world. Love it!

[@SteampunkSteve]

I'm amazed at your artistry with metal

[@TranscendExistence1111]

Thank you....I wish I had all the fab tools I used to use at a Hot Rod shop I used to work for....I'm pretty limited here, but I somehow fight through it and find a way.

[@mantaz603]

Found your channel tonight through skoolie. And binged through all the Transcendence videos. I absolutely love what you are doing with this bus. Keep the videos coming. By the way the time lapse of the sheet metal bending in your vice was very cool.

[@TranscendExistence1111]

Awesome....thanks for checking them out! Creating videos is somewhat another fun creative outlet for me.....I'll definitely keep creating them. :)

[@scarebellum9439]

Making my way, here in 2018, through this supreme playlist...it's inspiring! I intend to convert a box truck next spring. Thanks for sharing your talents and efforts with us. Also, Buckminster Fuller has long been a hero of mine, I was excited to see that quote.

[@TranscendExistence1111]

s c a r e b e l l u m The box truck conversions are super cool...I wish you the best! Yes....Bucky = Rockstar!!

[@Faithful_Tribe]

Love all the pro tips and tricks. Thank you for sharing this.

[@simplelife7898]

Man,,I wish I could weld..and I really like the 3m dual sealer you used around the new window welds ..it's gonna be really cool to see it all finished..

[@TranscendExistence1111]

Thanks so much man!! The 3M line of products are amazingly good stuff!!

[@wearewichita1063]

These videos are awesome Wess, thanks for sharing your craftsmanship and passion for doing the job right! Great running into you yesterday.

[@TranscendExistence1111]

Thank you so much....it was super cool that the universe brought us together!

[@justinbohall3860]

Awesome work! Thank you for the weekly episodes!

[@TranscendExistence1111]

Thank you for sticking around to watch them! :)

[@applemarkwantsvids]

Excellent update. I concur with other viewers, in that you have a serious artistry with metal. Keep up the excellent work!!!

[@TranscendExistence1111]

Thanks man!

[@christinegoodno7662]

Nice quote on the end

[@jhernellmusic]

Awesome dude! Just awesome work!

[@ronalves9118]

I also agree with everyone about your great skills for that work. One question I see you are cutting a lot of sheet metal for the patch panels and to fill window holes, did that come from the inside ceiling panels?

[@donttakebiscuitsfromelmo1931]

that is a yes, after he took out the ceiling he was not going to replace the ceiling with the same material, so he has been reusing it a lot.

[@JoelPit]

How long were you a body man. Now it all make sense.

[@biscuits22081]

I'm looking for some insight on prepping metals to ward off future rust/corrosion issues. I'm using a galvanized hat channel for my raise. Would you recommend a self etching primer to the existing unpainted rib and my galvanized "splice" before I join them with "rivets" (actually using hi-lok's). Or is the fact that my splice is galvanized make that step unnecessary?

[@TranscendExistence1111]

With galvanized parts, you shouldn't have any rust or corrosion issues down the road. If you do have any bare metal showing though, I would recommend a good automotive epoxy primer rather than etch primer. Moisture can penetrate etch primer very easily, where, epoxy will hold it out. It is not good against prolonged UV exposure though if your using on the exterior. (I hope to get mine in paint fairly soon.) Por15 is another great rust preventative also. As long as you drill the holes within tolerance....hilok's will be great!

[@theVonThompsons]

I really like the 3m automix line, that 8237 really self levels nicely. Is that k-36 primer? Do you have an auto body background?

[@TranscendExistence1111]

Yeah....it's good stuff! I've worked in body shops pretty extensively throughout my life. Mostly on high end Hot Rods and Customs, and a bunch of Supercars.

[@theVonThompsons]

After watching your videos I started to catch on that you have had experience. I did collision repair as a body/frame tech for most of my working life. Some days I miss it and the money that came along. Other days I am glad I have my freedom!

[@TranscendExistence1111]

Yeah....if anything, I'm grateful for all the experienced I've gained from doing it. I usually gravitate back to it when money is needed.....Freedom is so much nicer though!! :)

[@garycampbell8663]

You Rock.

[@tonydecker9206]

That awesome welding I wish I could weld I want to buy a bus my own

[@wiredforstereo]

Is that interior metal the same thickness as the exterior skin?

[@stclea]

What gauge sheet metal did you use for the sides?

[@Durzo_Blint]

20g