Transmission Blunder On The Rat Rod Wrecker Leaves Everyone Shaking Their Heads!

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Sometimes, even the most experienced professionals make mistakes. Watch this video to see how a transmission blunder on the rat rod wrecker caused major headaches!
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[@cottonroberts179]

I love how you guys never have to "bleep" out language until Pauls mom shows up. She's awesome!

[@hillbillyhippie597]

@Itswild38😂 partially, it’s mainly because they are good Mormons. You will always see Paul with his Mormon white shirt under his other shirt 🍻

[@mikeworkman3593]

If the mom 'bleeps', I'm sure the kids 'bleep' also. They are just better at knowing the camera is there and it's a family show. Although I doubt they're throwing F-bombs lol. I guarantee(like the Cajun Chef used to say back in the day) that if Paul smashes his finger with a hammer by accident, there is some kind of 'bleep' happening.

[@tangosierra1]

​@@hillbillyhippie597Jesus jammies.😂

[@garyonnen7634]

Rory’s didn’t just come together in one go. I don’t expect you thought yours would. Fun stuff.

[@IEchuckie]

I learned all my bad words from the adults. I think I know them all

[@scoppolaroch]

Still love the subtle Smurf music when the little blue ladder comes out

[@DougsDevicesandRestorations]

Just for the record..... the transmission in the Coronet is still working great! :)

[@nuttinbedder2do70]

Paul "A will to not get beat" is a major part of "Oldman Strength".

[@3landii]

I used to think that automatic transmissions were these mysterious boxes of voodoo black magic, only to be cracked open by the ascended masters while uttering long lost Latin chants in hushed tones.. Then I watched Paul and Ben rebuild a half dozen of them and the mystery faded somewhat and I began to think that they were perhaps just regular machines again. But given Paul's recent string of bad luck with transmissions, I'm beginning to think automatic transmissions belong back in the arena of the Dark Arts and mystical forbidden knowledge again.

[@CalvinBradley]

I was mystified about automatic transmissions too. Then I watched Richard at Precision Transmission in Amarillo, Texas. He does a great job explaining what causes the problems and the solutions. Regretfully they’re no longer producing new content though.

[@kcosten]

They aren't hard just you have to be 100% sure everything is clean and proper, then in the right spots. I used to have a transmission guy who was either drunk or stonned while working on them and he would still be so fastidious on it being clean and everything int he right order it was nuts. 350, 400s and Powerglides super easy.

[@AllSpeed]

They need to be done properly. Ive seen "professional" auto transmission shops mess up a few rebuilds over the years.

[@thatguyb3rt]

@@CalvinBradley They're actually back up to making content on @richardteresacricheducatio3542 from what it looks like. I'm out of the loop on recent happenings but your comment reminded me about them, I hadn't seen a video in a while.

[@brandondrumb2560]

Precision transmission if I could have an 1/8th of that guys knowledge he is slick

[@wizardgmb]

What's a FabRats episode without something catching on fire? Fantasy!

[@davestevens4263]

Right , no insurance company will cover the coxs shop .

[@Farm_fab]

At least Paul didn't make a fuel of himself.😁

[@tiredoldmechanic1791]

They need steel barrels with a cover.

[@donlarsen9807]

​@@tiredoldmechanic1791I think you would have to attach the cover with a piece of chain or it would be lost or maybe even incorporated into a project 😊

[@lsnowy7758]

Not funny. Don't play with fire. Think of Brett and Ester and what happened to their shop.

[@timoldenburg2249]

😳 grandma has a sailor’s tongue 😂😂🤘🤘 love it ✌🏼

[@allieraehampton3459]

Hi Paul, Couple of trans women here, and big fans of your channel. To answer your question, Calling a transmission a "tranny" is, has always been, and will continue to be an acceptable shortened version of the word. We don't think we would ever see you intentionally disrespecting another human being anyhow; there's a lot of respect here for you, your craft, and your skill as an off roader.

[@lycanhd]

Finally...an appropriate and accurate comment.

[@ronarmes8467]

Don’t give up rebuilding your own transmissions. That’s what makes the show. Good work keep up !!!!!

[@adamkaiser9396]

Customize that belly pan with some old link ends so it’s hinged on one end.

[@Myhandle306]

Wouldn’t be Fab Rats without a 🔥! Happy Mother’s Day Michelle.

[@brockryan3405]

I like to think that when Paul is driving that truck, solo, his dad is sitting shotgun and being so proud! If that's not realistic, I hope they have KZbin in heaven 😇

[@richardthomas1743]

Goooooood morning everybody and thumbs UP top Fab Rats! 👍🐀🐀👀

[@doughahn9263]

Hunter needs a sawdust back pack dispenser for the next transmission show.

[@donwilliams3626]

Happy Mother's Day. These guys sure do nice work. At FabRats they do it nICE, because they "Do It Twice!"

[@dzodarax9383]

The 3 of you working together with the random snark from Hunter is gold.

[@sirlawrenceofwisconsin479]

Fab Rat tip of the day. “Don’t use plastic barrels as a burn barrel “ 😂 🔥

[@B4UClose]

Uhm, to be a bit more accurate, "Don't use plastic barrels (or any trash barrel) for a welding support"

[@karlt.6507]

Old 55 gall oil barrels work great for this

[@dickinaround87]

Happy Mother's Day, Michelle! I dig your glasses (my wife has a very similar set!)

[@ericdyck8364]

You spelt your name wrong... Lol j/k. I saw it and had to do a double take.

[@dickinaround87]

@@ericdyck8364 Wow! I've only ever encountered one other Dyck before!

[@snowboycalli116]

Paul it's nice that your mom shows up in your videos happy mother's day to the ladies Paul for mother's day you should start on your wife's Jeep ❤

[@livindalife5356]

Now I know why it's so hard finding a TH400...Paul has most of them! It's always enjoyable watching Paul and the gang at Fab Rats!

[@mitchlarson1534]

Paul is like my great grandfather!! Always working on everything!!

[@mitchlarson1534]

I know merlon! He live’s up the street from me!!

[@mitchlarson1534]

He seems like a great guy! I would love to meet him and the fabrat family!

[@diamondbkr]

Paul, thanks for going back and showing the broken ring, and what it should look like.

[@kimjaniszeski498]

Like watching multiple people working together doing things i do alone.

[@hustlinghard8081]

That transfer case looked fun to pull, but not as fun as pulling and installing one by yourself while laying in gravel with the truck on ramps. Count your blessings yall have 3 strong guys and a lift.

[@rossmeldrum3346]

I had to do just that with an automatic transmission for my Ford maverick. I was lying in the dirt and had to pull the tranny up on my chest then bench press it into place by myself. Been there done that got the tee shirt!!

[@hustlinghard8081]

@@rossmeldrum3346 I had to do that 2 wks ago when I had to drop my front dif to drop my pan to change my oil pick up o-ring out on my 11 silverado. It's a super tight fit and an extremely awkward angle. Bench pressing that joker that has all the weight on one side is a bear. Still have the scrapes and bruises on my chest and stomach

[@alexanderkrzewinski2375]

Want to talk fun...a C6 a d 205 transfer...in a dirt and gravel floor garage...plus the bronco was lifted so it had to be rolled in on rims only...oh did I mention that I had a broken hand in a cast at the time...

[@hustlinghard8081]

@@alexanderkrzewinski2375 what year bronco? I've got a 78 with a 351 & C6 tranny. Luckily the trans was rebuilt when I bought it.

[@kevinvail8011]

try it in a Minnesota winter

[@dansevern3291]

I don't do transmission work, but I could set that overhead fuel tank up for you, have done a few (as recently as the 1970s). With a pickup truck, a headache rack, a half-rotten rope, and my Dad laughing at me.😉

[@abobymous]

I'm digging that super long extension with the wobbly on the end. For some reason it makes me chuckle when it appears in a video. 🙂

[@brandonmoore1930]

Y’all need to install a sprinkler system in the shop . It should be a number one priority ❤

[@Raddadshop]

The way Paul reacts to bad news is awesome. Bunch of hours down the drain and takes it on the chin and used the anger to rebuild his trans. Could scream and shout but instead powers through and fixes the problem. By far my favorite automotive KZbin channel

[@stargazer7644]

Just cause you don't see the screaming and shouting and adult language on KZbin doesn't mean it isn't happening :)

[@ecurb2]

Love the videos folks. Point of mention, that knob you have on the steering wheel was illegal back in the 60's in a lot of states. We know it was before your time...lol They called them suicide knobs way back when.

[@donaldfrazier5244]

Happy Mother’s Day Michelle have a blessed day,Paul you are so fortunate to have your mother with you!

[@terryaustin1422]

Firstly im still recovering from the bat jump scare well done editing team you got me 😂. Considering the amount of abuse the wrecker took at the games im stil impressed but thats the last transmission for a while. I saw the short of grandma Loli on facey first i love that Ben slipped up first then got to confirm his potty mouth was from his mother 😂. As always love the content now i gotta go find a money tree to order some more stuff 👍🇦🇺

[@zagstheklown187]

Since i can not work in my shop any more due to some health probs I get my fix watching the rats work. Thanks guys !!!!!

[@stephena2390]

Happy Mother’s Day Michelle and grandma!

[@francesrice7898]

Not enough FabRat videos. I could watch them all day. I love their channel. God bless ❤️🙏🙏👍👍❤️

[@georgevindo]

Loved the video, thank you. Happy Mother's day to all the mothers out there.

[@justahippie]

Another Fine Example of Quality Entertainment.. Thank You Fab Rats

[@hobbyaddict9908]

I think Paul and crew should use Velcro to put their transmissions in.

[@michaelmcclure8673]

It wouldn't be a good episode if something didn't catch on fire.💥 And Happy Mothers day Lady Michelle. ⚘️⚘️

[@brianstansbury8249]

Happy Mother's Day LoraLee and Michelle. 👍👍🤟

[@jasonh4167]

love the welding shirt Paul got in the mail I need one 😂

[@rockercover]

4:15 - The steel underside protection looks strong. Like Paul’s Fab. work. 👍⭐️🥇

[@nomatterwhereyougothereyou3344]

Thanks Michelle for the orange crew shirt! My husband got lots of comments and compliments on it when he wore it to work a couple weeks ago. He loves having the shirts with the pockets for his readers!

[@saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560]

Sounds like a win! To the ladies of fabrats have a good mother's day and God bless amen.

[@rhondasweeney7271]

I'm so glad that you got the transmission "really" fix this time! HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY MICHELLE! ❤

[@terrallputnam7979]

This is a great cause and thank you all for saving these lands for future generations.

[@bigchevy350boy]

🔥⚠️🔥⚠️🔥 Haha 😂 At least you guys got the Transmission back to life! I think it's epic that Paul was able to rebuild the one that came out! Most fellas would have just tossed it & got a new one, goes to show you he's delt with a few of them! 🤘 Thanks for sharing 😎

[@soundsidetoursnc]

Ben is the coolest, laughing at his mom!! Lol

[@scottnelson1713]

I liked this one. That's kind of how life is sometimes. You fix something, do a lot of work, and it's not really fixed right. So you fix other stuff and eventually everything is good. I really hope you don't have to even think about the transmission in that truck for years to come.

[@kennethsmith6470]

Love these longer videos Paul 👍

[@ckvisme]

It took me an embarrassingly long time to figure out what the acronym on the KC lights on 'grandpa sherm' tow truck meant...oh Lord, LOL 😅

[@dieterlange7581]

You guys are working harder than I've seen you work In quite a while

[@trooperandcooperale3057]

I love the dynamics in the shop, Hunter is a great addition too and comes across wiser than his 18 years.

[@TheOldaz1]

Nothing worse than having to do the same job over and over, even for different reasons. Ben did a great save on the delivery truck, just got the back door open before the chain hook got it, could have been very "interesting". Looking good there Michelle.

[@TB-zl6le]

I just wanted to say that it’s been great to have followed the journey of a real, loving family that has pulled together to make a successful business. And I know Mrs. Cox has taken some slack over the years, but she’s a truly beautiful lady that probably has kept the sanity throughout it all. God first, family, second, and business later.. that is success

[@immrnoidall]

You just gave me a flashback to the olden days. As a know it all teen and a Chilton repair book from the library, [ BEFORE THE INTERNET], I changed my ram charger transfer case in my parents driveway , in middle of a Maine WINTER night, by myself, after I killed it having fun. Luckily it was a tared driveway and VIP Auto , let me use a transmission jack, All proud of my brilliance, I jumped in and it still didn't work. THEN,,, I looked up "transfer case won't work" and found out, It as just a bent linkage. Lesson learned. Never assume the worst first. DUH. My friends and I beat the heck out of that $900 lifted rust bucket. Once, WITH ONLY THE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT AND NO CELL PHONES a bunch of us set out onto the highway and drove 200 miles to work snow removal in the next state. About half way there , in a blizzard, e had stopped at a truck stop, and when I kicked the the giant snow chunk off one of the the back fenders, about half the fender, and fifty pounds of bondo, fell right off in the parking lot. LOL. Unphased, we just hauled butt out of there. lol. Another life lesson i learned with that truck was, giant tube push bar bumpers are a must, and to never drive it around a corner fast after without a steering stabilizer, to save $30. LOL. I Went up on this poor guys front lawn and it as like the perfect ramp, onto and over his brand new little pickup. It was like in a movie. Scared as hell , I just kept going and parked down the road and ran away. BUT, I turned myself in the next morning with my smashed face. In court the judge as not impressed at all . I explained the , not putting on a new steering stabilizer, thing and I'll never forget him saying,"what part of steering stabilizer , did you not understand" . Of course others there ere laughing at my stupidity, and all a said was," I have good insurance" . Swear to god, this judge only gave me a $90 fine. WTH . This poor guys brand new truck was totaled and my old crappy truck, got a flat tire, bent rim, and shock, and windshield from my head, and the exhaust came apart in front of the muffler . I couldn't have been going more than 20 MPH, but sounded like a stock care fleeing the scene of the crime. YES, I smartened my butt up after that eye opener. That thing was a great first car for a kid. Thanks dad. Both were the greatest. LOL, I SOLD IT AS IS FOR THE SAME $900 2 YEARS LATER. Then about ten years after that, a man tracked me down on the phone, looking for the title cause he "fixed it up". LOVE THE SHOW GUYS. Thanks for the flashback.

[@CodyStarling]

I respect that Shawn can work and his shirt never untucked! Keeps up wjtb good work guys!

[@UberLummox]

That's a short person thing.

[@shannonkoelbl909]

Hey now, when you're tall, you have to stand like that or hit your head! Love the channel guys! Oh, Would someone please get Ben a tailgate? (I got your back, Ben)

[@mephistosdemonia1999]

i have to share this as this was a problem for my father as well. In his Chilton manual for our old Vw bug we had for a moment. in the section where it handled "transmission issues" it stated in ink pen " Bad Karma await ye foolish enough to toy with me". from that point on he paid for the "pro's" to work on em..lesson learned i guess. I have only done a transmission once on my 1996 s-10 bad filter, i did not offend the transmission gods somehow lol

[@clintonsmith9931]

Did trans for many yrs. Thought I Was. Smart Watched Precision trans in Amarillo , Tx found out all the bad things I did. Had to learn them on my own in dealership. Now I’m 81 and still learning

[@markszyszkiewicz]

Sean's always doing those rescue catches of things that are falling...catlike reflexes.

[@garretthunterhodges]

I really love these long videos Thank you Fab Rats!

[@jasonbrehm1996]

Can't believe Ben hasn't taken the time to buff out that tail gate....

[@dwitcraft]

Bored? We love watching you do the same thing over again:) It's cathartic. We can't figure out why you aren't as mad as We'd be....

[@stevehaken]

Love the bantering between brothers... Nice job.

[@chocotaco8929]

Happy Mothers Day Michele 🥀🥀🥀🥰💝💐💐 and Grandma Lolly

[@dukegoodno585]

It always amazes me to discover how many folks dont know the difference between a floor and the ground. Incredible.

[@justpain365]

🌺 Happy mothers day mrs. Cox good luck with them boys today! Happy mothers day to all the ladies of chat.. Ty 4 a great video on this day of days🎉.. 👍 ☕🐢

[@alexroark366]

Happy Mommas Day Michelle and Gma Lolly!!!

[@clifalton3615]

And that guy on Paul’s mom I think it’s awesome and she has earned the right to say whatever she wants

[@nikonikorian6124]

Best part was Loly being... well Herself. Gotta luv it. you rock my dear. Thanks for bringing us along

[@christopherflannery1770]

Michelle looks younger and younger Everytime she gets on camera, you are one lucky guy Paul! Happy mother's day Michelle!!

[@harrygreen6935]

Love the Team that never quits. Way to stay on the troubleshooting trail. Great work & thanks for sharing this.

[@johnperun232]

You and your Team like doing stuff twice, it's good practice for what , l don't know I've done it often as l did most of my extensive research on this topic myself Fab Rats are Awesome Have a Great Day 👍 God Bless America 🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸

[@drhydro8346]

wow just wow paul what a great catch, i had to watch it 3 times. i've been a mechanic for 15 yrs but never seen reflexes like that before. he's not spider man he's the flash

[@stevemiller3082]

It’s sooooooooooooo much fun watching someone else struggle with transmissions and crossmember bolts, fires in trash cans and messes on the shop floor that make Chernobyl look good 👍. I’m usually the star of the struggle bus show but y’all do it just fine. Especially uncle Ben. I love you guys because you guys could be my family- we behave identically. Please take care to not burn anything down yet.

[@Rat-Builder]

I have rebuilt a few transmissions, and when I rebuilt the one for my T Bucket, I installed the sprague clutch backwards. I just gave up and took it to the transmission shop. They are the ones that told me what I did wrong.

[@anthonylee2099]

Happy Mother’s Day to Michelle, Grandma Lollie, Ben’s Wife. 💐

[@jamesd.3847]

Was that a subtle way of Ben saying he's leaving Fab Rats? When he said not for long. Sure hope not. He's really fun to watch and him and Paul work well together.

[@livingbyfaithatdcrp]

Paul says, "you ain't pickin' that up if you value your children! Ben says, naw, I don't need anymore"!! haha, thanks guys, I laughed so hard I spit my wheaties out!! 😊

[@eldredbird225]

I have a feeling that trans didn't work because you didn't paint it green before you installed it. 😜

[@georgevindo]

Except that the green painted one sort of failed. Good morning!

[@mattsmith5802]

The rat rod wrecker is the coolest square body ever! You guys rock!

[@KD-ng9nf]

What a bloke ,his wife gives away the shirt off his back ❤️ 🇦🇺

[@shaunfincham9431]

Great episode guys love the fact that building your own transmission box works better than the rebuilt one from a rebuilders (looks like it’s time to use another shop for your transmission boxes!! Maybe one that can get it right !!) if I sent out stuff that had to be done twice I would be out of business in a few months!! Maybe they will get better real soon ! Great work though guys love that Shawn I’m ready to get stuck in no matter what he’s a credit to you all !!! Great work all of you hope that your all safe and well and as always look forward to the next episode.

[@BoomBoomLou]

It was nice hearing and seeing Randall in the old footage, lol. Another great video y'all!

[@marvincarter870]

Grandma Lolly showing up with lunch was priceless! What I'm not on video am I? 😊 Nothing burns you up faster when you pay good money for a service and the product doesn't work correctly! Lucky that Paul had fixed the old tranny and had it ready to install for Ben and Sean they installed it and it works great now!

[@kennethgokey957]

Happy Mother’s Day Michelle

[@ggalland1]

Y'alls mom is awesome!! Happy Mother's Day Michelle and Granma Lolli. Today's video was awesome

[@psg6314]

Happy mothers day to fab rats family and friends great video and next time transmission goes out put a 5sp in it God bless from GA and stay safe

[@anthonylee2099]

Great job Sean and Ben on the double R &R of the Trans. Second time is a Charm. Great quick rebuild of the Trans Paul. The Patient you all show is amazing! 🤙😎

[@usedcarsokinawa]

Damn, I’m watching from Japan and only came here for Ed’s Suzuki Jimny build and I keep coming back.

[@roderickgillikin]

I don't know how much you pay Ben but it's not enough. Your content is amazing, but he makes it better. Thanks for all your videos they are amazing. Ps tell Hunter he's truck isn't going to be able to beat that square body!

[@daveg.howell9892]

Paul try not getting frozen when your at the dentist. Just get a firm grip on the arm rests. Cant do it for a root canal but general drilling and filling its way better. You walk out of there feel fine not biting your cheek or tongue. Seriously give her a go!

[@blainethompson6510]

Nice catch! Geez Paul bunches of rookie mistakes, almost thought you were one of those KZbin stars that make everyone else do the work and come in for the “shots” 😂 Thanks for the content

[@timothymelius9]

Paul looks like you need a fire stanger in the shop. Looks like you're always having a fire. 😆😎

[@ponypwr]

Lol Ben "see thats where I got it from". Grandma is the best!

[@jasonh4167]

lol 5$ 8$ not lying my brother in law did that very thing just the other day doing an oil change, he filled the oil filter plumb full of oil and put it in, hydo locked it before the rubber seal hit the block put 50$ of oil in and out the bottom 😂 in his defence he's new to that stuff...lesson learned.

[@MrPhatkatz]

Great work guys, another awesome video.... 👍👍👍

[@phillipdewitt4454]

Mom is a cutesy! Happy Mothers Day!

[@brucebissell7626]

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY MICHELLE! ❤😇

[@alark79]

Michelle, I really appreciate your editing skills! You do great work making these videos!