Turning Our ARMY TRUCK Into A DUMP TRUCK! P1

When the price of a dump truck was too high we decided to make our own!
Follow along as we turn our 1994 M1078 into dump truck before driving it 1,200 miles to our off-grid property in Northern Idaho!
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[@jaredspencer3304]

It's obvious that you guys are super knowledgeable about all this technical stuff, but for some reason, the way you explain everything, it makes me feel like I, too, could take on projects like this. It's like you're explaining with us, not at us, and showing the process of trial and error. So different from other channels that come off as so expert as to make the projects look too technically complex for most people.

[@yuqin405]

just looks easy, but not that easy.

[@danmcbride6258]

Amazing conversion! Riley has a tremendous background in Fabrication.

[@johnwilson8922]

Riley your a bad Ass dude ! There is literally nothing beyond your skillset. Great job once again. Skills and some good ole fashioned Ingenuity Bravo !!!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

He really is the best!!

[@thagemizer]

You've got a nice plasma cutter CNC table, now maybe a portable plasma cutter (instead of a Sawzall), and a 240V extension cord for the welder too!

[@johnryan115]

You two are living proof that "where there's a will, there's a way"! Thank you for sharing your weekly doses of innovation and inspiration!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It's not always easy, but it sure is fun!!

[@kenmatthews6476]

Man, that was an awesome display to see one man accomplish so much.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

He really killed it on this one!!

[@kastenolsen9577]

Military specks. All frames of heavy trucks are heat treated. You did good. ATTA BOY!!!

[@KKhhoorrnniittee]

The skinsuits on dogs look awesome (-!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

They are pretty ridiculous! 😂

[@KKhhoorrnniittee]

@@AmbitionStrikes Yet it doesn't strike me as "My owner is an idiot" thing. Functional, sort of (-!

[@1966cambo]

My advice when drilling holes, a lot of people make this mistake, pick your pilot drill bit to be no bigger then the small point area of the final drill size. Some call it the chisel part, call it whatever you want but if you have too big of a hole then you end up doing all the cutting on the shoulder of the bit and it will dull it fast. Also maybe look at buying a set of transfer punches, when you put your plate up there and used paint to mark the hole you could have clamped the plate, chosen a 5/8 or whatever size the hole is in your plate ( I forget) and then tap tap tap tap, all nice centred holes to be drilled after you remove your plate. P.S. I enjoy your builds!

[@Chiefbuzzbee]

I totally agree with Jared ! You guys do a great job teaching what you are doing! My Wife had eye surgery we know what you are going to be worth it. Hang in there Prayers for quick healing!

[@MrJsteed2009]

Outstanding; you exercised some great problem-solving on this job! Courtney: discretion is the greater part of valor 👍 Take care of those eyes 👀

[@ppkus]

I found this channel by accident, and I'm loving it! watched pretty much every single video... Keep up the great work, I'm loving the format

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you so much for watching and supporting the channel!

[@mkollander99]

both of you are an amazing couple

[@loucinci3922]

Great teamwork. You two are amazing together. Keep up the fun stuff. Thanks for sharing

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks Lou! ☺️

[@donalddodson7365]

KZbin Algorithm popped you in my mix yesterday. Really fun to watch you four (I include the dogs). Your truck looks to be the Army's replacement to the famous 2.5 ton 6x6 "Deuce and a Half" we had in Vietnam. Could not convince my wife we needed one for parades. Enjoy your projects and persistence.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Hi Donald! Thanks so much for finding our channel and dropping a comment. I think everyone "needs" an army truck. Maybe you can add that they can ford deep water to your sales pitch? 😉

[@donalddodson7365]

@@AmbitionStrikes Yes, we live between two significant earthquake faults. ;-)

[@iceman5891]

Who's spread Riley?? Nice piece of land. Enjoy you & Courtney, you two R awesome as a couple. Country could use more couple's like you guys!! Congratulations on everything you guys do.

[@MadhuSudhanpro]

Wow Riley single handedly doing atleast two persons job and making a video of it.. kudos to that!!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

He killed it!!

[@president2]

Riley, you must have grown up on a farm! So talented! I grew up in a fabrication family and know how to do work the quality way. So many now days have so little know how, it hurts. Love you guys! Let us do the road the Internet Built!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Riley really is the best!! 😀

[@patrickretsel7048]

Those dog suits are hysterical…….great project so far, I can’t wait to see what’s next…😎

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😀

[@diecastdungeon8970]

I found you guys accidentally last night and have since watched nearly all of your videos. I have enjoyed them all and am a huge fan of your channel. I am amazed at your tenacious willingness to tackle ANY task ... I will be watching the rest today!!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks so much for sticking around! 😊

[@lizvanhuyssteen3853]

I also found your channel by chance. It's 13th December 2022. I went back the your first video and, for the last 2wks, have been working my way through your videos. I'm up to this video and can't wait to catch up. I love watching you two. Watch out for that eye !!

[@lemoh2006]

Extremely reasonable implementation of the project. I'm talking about the frame and welding.

[@jakemodrell3821]

I love your work shop table. Great idea. Nice work on the truck.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It has been awesome for working in such a small space!

[@edwinarmstrong9175]

I know a lot of people don’t like technical videos, but I love the how to videos. Please keep them coming. Looking forward to your long haul video!!!!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We try to keep a balance of technical and big picture to keep things fun and informative!

[@StubProductions]

Great explanation on why truck frames should not be welded on. You made the right call! I’m staring to like that flat nose truck. Excited to see it as a dump truck.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Glad you like it! Hopefully it's able to get a lot done for us!

[@iceman5891]

The two of you are a hoot!!!! Always enjoyable to watch.

[@jbarvideo12]

Fabulous analysis of how to install the lift of your dump truck. Your implementation was amazing!

[@coryr6359]

Very cool. I'm continuously impressed with not only your ability to turn out cool stuff, but your AMBITION and drive to make it all happen. Cant wait to see more. great work you two

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We are continuously impressed by how much fun it has been to share our projects with you all, and how supportive you all have been. Here's to many more adventures!

[@FERRYKANA]

Hey ! That is a nice working swivel table. Love it ! And you work methods are always good

[@AmbitionStrikes]

A great upgrade for such a small space!

[@jerryhammack1318]

Mag base drill and anullar cutters! Gave up on drill bits for large hole drilling long time ago!

[@EveryTongue]

Awesome series. I’m so glad I found this

[@jeffhester6320]

great to watch you all doing this by yourselves, you might want to think about a drill doctor to sharpen the drill bits when dull.

[@mbusch76]

Firmly convinced there is nothing to do with fabrication that Riley can't do. Great video and I really enjoy your channel.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

I totally agree with you Mark! Riley is something else when he puts his mind to it.

[@jonathanhawk2009]

Awesome! I have the same CNC plasma table. Picked it up 3 years ago, love it! Your new neighbor east of Idaho in Bigfork, MT.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It is a game changer for fabricating quickly and efficiently! Great company with even better customer service!

[@jonathanhawk2009]

@@AmbitionStrikes Absolutely agree on the customer service 👍👍

[@hemanthvasudevan7557]

Riley is so damn practical...he thinks off the circle...great skill.... really proud of you......keep upnthe good work...👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@AmbitionStrikes]

He killed it with this project!!

[@ftkinsella]

AMAZING WORK! I just can’t wait to see the next video. Love all the work you are doing and I appreciate how you explain step by step. I’m still learning at 63, Love it. Take care Riley, wink, wink. ❤️🇨🇦❤️ Cheers!!!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We LOVE learning new skills and it's even more fun sharing them with you all.

[@azpete6436]

impressive amount of research and planning in your projects..all reduced to a short weekly video. Great work!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We love sharing these projects with you! Can't wait to see what the future holds.

[@sueschoers4974]

Love that Courtney was excited about picking up truck parts as most women are at going to buy a new dress 💖

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Can I be excited about army trucks and new dresses? 😉

[@taliandzelda5006]

I am bonkers crazy for this channel. I anxiously await every new post.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you so much!!

[@randymears1378]

Initially I thought you guys were too ambitious and would not be able to complete the land or the dump truck. But I was wrong. I think you guys can do it. My people clear land, build trucks and run welders. But we all wear greasy T shirts and look rough. You folks are clean, neat, California people. None of that suggests you can build a dump truck. I look forward to being surprised at every episode.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Riley is quite pleased with himself that you think he looks clean and neat... 😂 But in all reality we never know what we are capable of until we try. It doesn't always go well, and it's usually quite frustrating but the reward is always worth it.

[@antonyvolodin5973]

You are great! Love and inspiration to you

[@BFVgnr]

Those are some happy and pretty dogs.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

They are the best!

[@Blackxs93]

Awesome build so far

[@jamestiberiuskirk5994]

Glad your surgery went well 😊. This is some ingenuity you both have.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you! 😀

[@marcelsilva30]

Oi Amigos,tudo bem. Estou impressionado com o trabalho de vocês, e quão grande é a quantidade de peças adaptáveis que existe em seu país. Estou acompanha passo a passo seu trabalho, vou aprender muito. Sucesso no Canal 😀🇧🇷.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We are doing well. Thanks Marcel!!

[@danieloliver20]

Very cool build, no one will mess with you guys in that rig! 💪💪

[@AmbitionStrikes]

No ones stopping us now... 😂

[@rhyswilliams695]

That’s a great truck and will be such an asset for the house build.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We sure hope so!

[@leomossn]

I saw a DIY dump truck for the first time, and I want to see the follow-up progress soon! May Courtney get better soon

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you!!

[@hennessy4666]

Hi guys, i love watching your videos, that plasma cnc Machine makes your life wayyy easyer, i hope Courteney's eye get better, dont forget we all wait for u to post new videos, greetings and good luck from other side of world, România-europe.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you so much for the support!

[@sandrajmo9008]

it's amazing!!! Congratulations!! Muchas gracias por activar los subtítulos en ESPAÑOL!! Veo sus videos desde Chile 🇨🇱 Saludos!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks for watching!

[@castwelson7464]

Hello 🤩 big like im waiting for whatching épisode 4 🤓🚒 good transformation

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you 🤗

[@hollandduck79]

from the Netherlands thanks for the video

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks for watching!

[@davidcarroll2908]

Large extention cords are neccasary!

[@AustinLWright]

Sometimes all you need is a really good Plan A. Good luck with the eye recovery!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

And a whole lot of stubbornness to make sure Plan A works! 😉

[@kingsvlog23]

Randomly checking your channel and then notification pop-up 😍😍😍🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😀

[@chandrasutton4669]

Awesomeness!!!😊🎉❤

[@martinmiller1087]

Great work Riley. I'm very impressed. ... BTW: I like "Ambition Army" for that beast's name. ...

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Riley killed it with this one!!

[@bauerj66]

Great build. Do you think a front locking pin on the bed would be worth adding? It may reduce stress on the bearings under load from the bed and uneven loads in the bed.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Yes, that is a great idea!

[@johnmoco3684]

Best to not use chrome plated sockets with the impact gun. They will split. You can get a very nasty cut from the chrome material if not careful.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Very true! There are many tools we would like to add to our arsenal as the budget allows.

[@markw365]

Riley needs to check out rotabroach annular cutters. I'd been through that frame in about 20 seconds per hole with no drilling a pilot hole. That's how great annular cutters are. :) Get some! Also for drill bits, Norseman, you can't go wrong.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Yes! We shortened a cab and chassis truck once and used a mag base drill with an annular cutter. It was AMAZING. Unfortunately we don't own a mag drill and we're not aware of a way to use annular cutters without one (or a milling machine). Do you have advice there? Thanks for the tip on the drills!

[@mcoppock214]

Love you guys, great energy.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks Malcom!

[@jahanzaibkhan2597]

I am waiting for your new videos, kindly upload every day.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Wednesday!

[@timfiggins7764]

You make it look so easy

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It's not always easy, but it sure is fun!!

[@begi8542]

Can't wait for next part :D Greetings from Slovakia :D

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😀

[@evopwrmods]

Dude I've done this type stuff my entire life, plus I tried real hard to take care of myself/body. You keep this up and you'll be a cripple by the time you're 50. At your young age it will catch up to you very fast. Not trying to throw water on your parade here. But consider your body and all that physical mechanical stress you are placing upon it. When you can choose to use a mechanical advantage like you did with your Backhoe. Have ya'll thought about maybe installing a Gantry Crane ? Fairly cheap and easy but can lift a-lot. When I got older and felt the wear and tear from years of abusing my body, I learned very quickly to employee a mechanical advantage everywhere I could. Good Luck with your many future projects, I very much admire and enjoy watching all of your videos. That Pioneer spirit still surges through your veins.....

[@kastenolsen9577]

Hey guys. Next time use some cur off fence post to roll it.

[@OutOfOfficeCamping]

LOVE IT! Teresa really enjoys the goat footage. Makes her 🙂! Safe road trip. When will you two be doing YT Live Streams? (we are free on Sundays 🤣) Ps The dogs look like super hero's in their onesies.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We we tried a live but it seems like we have some improving to do!

[@OutOfOfficeCamping]

@@AmbitionStrikes Hey we had a good time on your live! Cool to see you are using the headphones with communications. Swamp cooler was a nice added touch!

[@markseifried3959]

I would call it the "Brown Bandit", but you've probably already picked a winner.

[@dalethorburn6626]

My thoughts were that you were going to build a larger and more aggressive off road vehicle. But, a 4x4 dump truck is unique and suited for your Idaho purpose.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

I think we may just need to do both... 😉

[@pakgboygaming8129]

I'm waiting...part 2 part 3 part 4 and until the end

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Part 2 coming Wednesday!

[@blainecelestaine4543]

Now we all want one

[@GaryFord-Audio]

Its turning out very nice!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you!!

[@johnhoffman8203]

That metal is so tough, I went through so many drill bits and saw blades working on that thing. I would think the existing bed is way overkill and a lot of extra weight that could be cargo, I saw the sag it put on the truck when you lifted it.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We plan to remove the seats but the rest of the bed seems like it will be really nice for our use. We like the fold down sides for side loading materials with a fork lift. It would be nice if it was lighter, but that seems to be the story with everything on this truck!

[@purplegravy]

i sure hope it’s Dumpy McTruckerson!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😉

[@kb9liq]

Had my dog in a rental one time. Walked into the bank and they needed both of us to sign something. Was in there maybe 5 mins and she chewed thru a seat belt. Cost me like $300

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Yikes! Hopefully she is cute! 😂

[@kb9liq]

@@AmbitionStrikes She is our baby for sure. If you can call 80 pounds a baby. She is a German Shepard and we have had her since she was 8 months old

[@_marcus_does_]

Great work!!!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks Marcus!

[@chombi84]

Great video, 👍

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks for watching!

[@sgt.suebsaksinghasenee9504]

so good

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😊

[@rohittaurus911]

Okay this is going to be epic dump truck. too good......

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😀

[@BolonaJoe]

gotta get a mag dril bro - you won't regret it.

[@mr.miraclemantm.6455]

Hay! That vid ended way to soon. I was waiting to see the lift get mounted, and poof, vid is over. I`ll have to wait, lol. Nice problem solving skills you 2. I laughed pretty hard at leotards for dogs?? Did you have to drug them to get those goofy things on them, lol Courtney i hope your eyeball heals 100%. Take care

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Stay tuned for Wednesday!!

[@wendellharker6690]

I like all that you do it seems you my need a touch it removes huck bolts I been a mechanic for over 40 years on semi trucks the video on the brakes I like I hate wedge brakes hope her eye gets better.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thans Wendell!

[@serolf9330]

I'm just new to the channel, and i would love to see your vids

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks so much for following along!

[@ilemjohn]

Fun!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😊

[@stevethomas4095]

Are you going to box the bed frame rails for extra support haven't seen whole video

[@AmbitionStrikes]

They were boxed in the area where the hoist lifts to help spread the load.

[@muzikismysanity1]

That's Dope Lol Watching From Ark!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks for watching!

[@Clalover]

Please the part 2 iam waiting

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Wednesday!

[@rawdog6746]

Drill Bits-- Don't buy new ones. Buy a Drill Doctor drill bit sharpener. I have been using mine for years. It's very easy and quick to use once you get the hang of it. The best thing about this gizmo is your drill bits will be much sharper than new bits. It will pay for its self over & over.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We will have to check it out, thanks for the tip!!

[@ron343]

You could have used some short pieces of pipe under the u channel to help roll it back

[@AmbitionStrikes]

That would have been a good idea!

[@ytgre7767]

You guys took some big risks with moving that bed.. we use a overhead hoist with four chain come along.. good move on not welding to the frame their heat treated.. You have to remember anything military is over built... Hopefully you got an air ride seat for your adventure to Idaho..if not think about one... What's the make on that plasma machine and would you recommend that? We use an old school setup no computer involved..

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It was certainly a challenge moving the bed with the tools we had, but I am so glad we were able to make it work! The cab of the truck has air ride and is shockingly comfortable, just incredibly loud! The table is from Arclight Dynamics and I would HIGHLY recommend them. Great product and even better customer service to back it up. We have run the table for 5 years now without only two minor issues that they helped us get fixed before the days end.

[@ytgre7767]

@@AmbitionStrikes if you were looking for comfort forget about a military vehicle..they are all loud...I'll tell the company you recommend to me it came from you guys.. Thanks

[@jamesforehan2809]

To remove a huck bolt without damage to the pin, just split the collar.

[@Ramdodge582]

Can't wait for part 2! what are you guys doing for insurance and licenses? Are you just getting a class B, if so what's the cost and is insurance a killer for a private dump truck?

[@AmbitionStrikes]

It is registered in Idaho as a non commercial, commercial vehicle. Because the GVWR is under 26k we do not need anything more than our Class C license to drive it. We have it insured for personal use only through Hagerty and the rate was very reasonable!

[@Ramdodge582]

@@AmbitionStrikes How about that! i thought that beast would have weighted in a lot more. are you using it for hauling gravel and stuff for the home build?

[@lewisavinash1]

use impact sockets, not CRV once

[@nasarudeenkn6266]

Love

[@AmbitionStrikes]

😀

[@rickeyburke2596]

Those truck frames are treated, smart move on your part.

[@chadmutchler5062]

Yep!!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Glad to hear we made the right call!

[@taisontaison4118]

Geez, I envy you guys. I always wanted to build something like your barndominium. Luckily where I live in mi. I had bought a older gas millitary deuce that is a dump. Snd an old cable crane digger. This old friend of mine would see these things just sitting in old fields and stuff. Someone would dig a pond and just leave them there. When he first looked at the old crane or ( trench hoe) the rear wheels were sunk halfway down in the ground from sitting. He got it started, went to move it and snapped a rear axle off. Luckily we knew an old man with an old junk yard with parts and fixed it. He took his little john deere Dozer over there and pulled it out. He also found old farm trucks that were sitting that had dumps on them. The owners all just said, " if you get it out, its yours" my old neighbor got them all running. He had given me an old chevy dump truck also which I used the old crane and dump to move sand where I needed it. The army truck also has a wing plow on it that's probably 13 ft. But it has been broken. Down. My health took a bad turn and its sit for about 5 years. I scrapped the chevy dump but still have the old hydraulic cylinder. Which has a pto hookup right on it. I think my neighbor turned it with a big drill, that's how easy it works. I dumped 5 yards of wet fresh dug sand into that dump truck,cand it raised it like nothing was on it.

[@cynicalrabbit915]

The last, I saw the truck was hauled off and dropped where you could drive it to your house in SoCal. What was the problem with the brakes? This inquiring mind would like too know!

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Having it towed actually helped the brakes start working again! We think the calipers were seized from sitting on the coast for a few years, and the action of the tow truck applying the brakes for 40 miles worked them free.

[@cynicalrabbit915]

@@AmbitionStrikes You lucky ducks! Did you check to see if anything in that area need a bit of lube?

[@OmegaWalple]

okay I'll admit, I didnt think the Sawzall was gonna cut the frame, but why not use the angle grinder to make the cut?

[@AmbitionStrikes]

I try to use the portable band saw or the sawzall as much as possible and avoid the grinder. Griders are dirty, loud, hot, smelly, dangerous, etc and I just prefer a tool with a blade. With the right blade, a good amount of pressure and slow speeds a Sawzall or Jig saw will cut steel really well. The portaband is the real hero, but it's big and awkward and doesn't really fit well in most tight spaces. Thanks for watching!

[@Hieloxx]

Are you guys living in CA? because it's kind of really hard to tell with all the fancy geography around lol. You guy's got a beautiful ranch, and the animals around give it a special touch.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We are currently working on the move from CA to Idaho!

[@stevethomas4095]

Never paid a lot of attention but you had a business or some sort of good income before you started your camper build. You know to much to be a beginner in all of this. Love your channel. I can tell your no Gilligan. Your the mad professor or Thurston Howell lll, with lots of money.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thanks so much for watching Steve!

[@神のご加護をいつも祈って笑う]

I had my prk/ corrective eye surgery too, will be 1 month on july 10. My eyes is 20/16 & 20/12 now haha

[@AmbitionStrikes]

I am so thrilled to no longer have to wear contacts!

[@神のご加護をいつも祈って笑う]

@@AmbitionStrikes just keep using your eye drops. Stay safe god bless. Soon I have my own camper van.