Visiting Aaron Kaufman at Arclight Fab & Full Shop & Truck Tour | Ford Era

[@vorhese]

Aaron is one of the few tv builders I've ever considered to deserve it. Hearing him go right into nerding out on trucks tells you everything about this guy. Just a dude that loves trucks. Glad he's moved past that one tv show.

[@FordEra]

Absolutely

[@davepelfrey3958]

He was the best talent on that show and definitely has a vision. His brain is several steps ahead of what he is talking about. Personally I like him and his style.

[@mikebeard6951]

He makes u no hu look like kindergartner

[@eddiebones20]

He was the talent and only reason jobs got done. Glad to see him doing well.

[@trexmidnite]

WAWWWW

[@CloudHindlen]

Glad to see Aaron is still around. Haven't seen him in a while. Miss his work. 😂

[@joshquaintance2764]

He’s still doing plenty.

[@LemonySnicket-EUC]

Haven't seen him post anything new for over a year.

[@adammitchell7403]

Dudes a god

[@trexmidnite]

The dum level has increased..

[@DHarri9977]

Aaron's knowledge of cars/trucks body, frames, motors, and all the interworkings associated with suspension is off the charts. It took me a minute to catch up with what he was saying after that you basically just tune in and let him go. He's like a walking mechanical encyclopedia, a great interview.

[@FordEra]

thank you

[@mmotodad]

This dude just talked more in one youtube video than he did for the entire run of the tv series he was on.

[@FordEra]

haha

[@seancarraher]

his brain is on 200% duty cycle

[@seancarraher]

@Mike Longdick I think Richard knew that Aaron would outgrow gas monkey one day. But he kept him as busy as he could , ga e him projects that he wanted to keep him as long as he did.

[@joshjablonicky171]

@Mike Longdick if you ever paid attention he gives Aaron all the credit he deserves he never says he does anything he just pays the bills he's always had Aaron was the guy.

[@michics100]

Jeezz, In the old days someone talking like Aaron would be on speed. Brain, eyes, mouth running 100mph.

[@camaropartsgarage]

Haven't heard from him in forever! He's the reason I watched fast and loud.

[@TheKeymaster316]

Killer video! Gotta love Aaron’s enthusiasm and his love of Ford’s. 👌🏻

[@FordEra]

Thank you and oh yea, super passionate about them

[@g-mang-man7924]

Always shared his enthusiasm for old Fords, our family grew up on them too. Funny though is Aaron's "displeasure" of Mustangs!

[@standardecover7041]

He hates mustang

[@georgesdfr6890]

that dude is so humble and down to earth, great knowledge and you can tell he's passionate about what he does. Thanks for the video !

[@zacklamprey4784]

Dude you don't owe anybody any explanation bro. Aaron is simply amazing at what he does

[@wayphun72]

Goodness 1:45 into the video and all I can think about is how much I miss this guy, Aaron is incredible!

[@michaelbrown2507]

He seems to be alot more happier and less stressed out in his own shop. Glad to see him doing his own thing & doing good. That old Ford F150 4X4 looks good.

[@johnnymula2305]

I like the way Aaron corrected himself by saying that the chassis would need to be installed by another shop, or by a guy that knows what hes doing in his home garage. Sad truth is, after being in the restoration trade for over 25 years, i honestly see better quality coming out of home garages than “professional” shops. Aaron does some awesome work. It’s nice to see another Ford guy really making a mark on this brand. Clearing Patina is ok as long as its a matte finish. Nothing looks dumber than a shiny clear coat over patina. I have an all original 67 Cougar 390GT. Zero rust. Factory faded paint. Im on the fence of restoring, or leaving original. But i do want a better suspension built for handling.

[@FordEra]

yes sir, love a nice cougar.

[@yankee5886]

It's only original once.

[@deeremeyer1749]

There aren't 2 "professional" restoration "shops" for every 200 "body shops" and "hot rod shops" and "hot rod builders" out there selling "restorations" and no real "professional" can be or will claim to be or try to be much less "sell himself" as a "professional" at "auto restoration". No two "jobs" are remotely alike, nobody that "specializes" in certain "makes" or even "models" will ever come close to seeing and doing "it all" and unless a "professional" CAN and DOES "do it all" without "sending out" his "jobs" to other "shops" he's not "restoring" jack shit. And yes. There ARE true.pros out there that can and do "do it all" but they're usually "ready to retire" after a LITERAL "lifetime" in the "auto industry" and "starting at the bottom" as "kids" sweeping floors and washing cars and all that "dirty work" and "manual labor" and "repetitive tasks" that are never really the same twice and have to be done right or done over and teach the value of attention to detail and doing right anything worth doing at all and "mastering" the "easy stuff" to work up to the "fun stuff". And the true "professionals" CONTINUE to do their own "dirty work" so it gets done "right" and the "hard stuff" is "fun stuff". What have you been doing in the "industry" for ONLY "25 years" that qualifies YOU to judge quality of "work" and that gives you so much free time and access to "home garages" and "professional shops" and how do you know a "professional" didn't do the "work" that came out of a "home garage"? That you call what others do "work" when no "hobbyist" in his "home garage" or "professional" in a "restoration" shop REALLY thinks of "restoration" as "work" unless it's "just a job" to them and they'll never "stick it out" long-term or really COMPLETE any "project" no mattet how many they "finish" says all I need know about your level of "professionalism" and how much your opinion of "today" in the "restoration industry" really means. What comes "out" of a "garage" or "shop" always begins with and depends on what goes in as/with a "project" from the object to be "restored" itself to its owner(s) and their "professionalism" and attitude and personality and "resources" both tangible and intangible the "mechanic" needs to do the "work". The old computer programming saying "Garbage In Garbage Out" comes to mind as does "You can't polish a turd". And when something "comes out" of a garage OR shop it's far too late for "quality control", beauty is STILL only skin deep and.perfection unattainable and if the owner waits until the "coming out" to suddenly get interested in and pay attention to "quality of work" then he/she/they will have gotten exactly what they "deserved".

[@donaldbrown7237]

Glad you are fixing the cougar i have a almost restored 67 cougar 289 auto ps pb ac car 2 owner was sold new at matthews Ford in Asheville nc and is still in wnc

[@shortythefrenchie]

Aaron is just a book of knowledge! The Ford Guru

[@nuttzandboltzgarage1946]

But he hates mustangs...... go figure

[@isaiaslopez8974]

Aaron is a genius! He should sign a contract with EVERY car company as a consultant and show them how it SHOULD be done.......

[@gibsonsgarage2003]

Aaron is one awesome dude! Acts exactly how he does on tv. Super cool guy

[@FordEra]

as real as it gets

[@juanf4739]

Good to see Aron in his element. Thank you.

[@2kanchoo]

That f150's stance is absolutely PERFECT!

[@tommy2714]

It's people like Aaron that keeps those old trucks alive. 🤘 Great Video!

[@wightangel]

Aaron is one of the most genuine guys I’ve had ever seen on TV. He is also the one guy I would love him to build a car. Also I was one of those fans of his Ford Falcon.

[@JoDoDesigns2011]

Aaron is the best love his attention to detail, and attitude about stuff.

[@markreese5467]

love his work, one of the few true artist of the auto fab world !!! he is a lot to watch

[@porridgeable]

I've no idea what Aaron is talking about but, to hear someone talk with a passion about something they clearly love is amazing. I want to be his friend.

[@UNITEDBYTRUCKS]

So good, Solo! Thanks for bringing us this one. Aaron is a real treasure for the hot rod community.

[@matthewpalumbo7640]

The breadth of knowledge this dude has is awe inspiring.. holy moly

[@D4VE26]

He cant switch presenter mode off lol but im not complaining, the knowledge and enthusiasm from his mouth is amazing even if it is at 100mph lol ❤

[@FordEra]

so so fast, but its all really good stuff

[@semistock7745]

This man's knowledge and legacy is amazing and one of a kind this day and age

[@steelmill888]

Hey Aaron man really love your passion for these old Ford trucks.Brings back those memories of me and Dad working on a 64 Ford pickup when I was a kid.These gems are some much better than these new ones.

[@blueovallife6868]

That was awesome!! Aaron just gets it.. can't say much else, dude has the magic eye. Thanks for uploading this gem!!

[@FordEra]

you are welcome

[@7point3]

I could watch Aaron for days. Miss the OG Fast and Loud

[@darinmalone]

So does Richard Rawlings

[@7point3]

I'm not sure about that, he's doing very well for himself with or without Aaron lol. I'm sure he misses having that specific talent around the shop, but either way he's killing it, and so is Aaron. I'm sure he's happy as long as Aaron is.

[@hectorraigosa7149]

Loud mouth rawlings owes his success to Aron in the beginning and discovery.. his no Dennis!!! Another is Iron resurrection.. show went down hill soon as most left.. hated Foose show.. rather watch Finnigan, road kill etc.. youtube is good except the excessive ads..

[@RW-zh7kl]

Aaron reminds me of 90 year old hot rodders that were building cars in the 50's

[@DaAngryAngler]

Your a legend arclite! This is a man who has accumulated so much knowledge. He could talk under water, thats only cause he has his head under the hood all day and is not trying to be an ‘influencer’ or some time waster trying to get 1000000 views. I have so much respect for these grass roots people. He gets an opportunity to impart knowledge man and he goin for it! Thankyou brother, actually what we call here in Australia the quiet achiever! Keep building man i wish i had your expertise!

[@CorvusRemalius]

Nerding out with very little greetings, this is definitely it here man. So happy to see Aaron enjoying what he's doing. I love it! 💪

[@chris-ryan]

Glad to see he is growing the beard again. His last one was iconic.

[@haydnmitchell4332]

What a font of mechanical knowledge he has..! I think that you could spend a few days with him and never get bored..!

[@ronwhy4893]

You rock Aaron. I've watched a lot of videos. Even old school videos if you know what I'm saying. You are definitely one of the top best builders in the world. I hear it in your words and how you explain things. You are so quick and on the money. I've never in my life have ever heard somebody explain how to do something and how they did it in such quick words. You are a car builder Guru. You rock brother.

[@StuartBreland]

I love how he jumps into talking about the truck. barely says hi and is like "look at this!"

[@19993gt]

Ford era. Thank you for this 49 min video.

[@FordEra]

Your welcome

[@19993gt]

Aaron seems like he doesn’t get that many visitors. I’m very thankful that you were able to relieve some of that stress. He kept talking and I kept listening. It was a beautiful thing

[@BC-ni3sk]

Aaron was the man making it happen at Gas Monkey. Very creative and competent guy!

[@tomwinkle5536]

I think they both had their gifts and imperfections. Thats what made it a hit show. What if Tesla would have had a Richard?

[@ckryses3962]

@@tomwinkle5536 maybe but after Aaron left, gas monkey garage wasn't the same!! Everyone was asking same thing over and over again in GMG videos that ""Where is Aaron""..Richard is good but Aaron like guys happen once in years!! Maybe he is rebirth of Smokey guys who cracked NASCAR charts!

[@19993gt]

Double A ROn. Is high on life. And I love it. I love watching what he’s been up to post gmg. Aaron is the man!

[@truthseeking3818]

If meth is life that is.

[@19993gt]

@@truthseeking3818 I didn’t want to put a definition to life. But yours is what I was thinking about 😂🤣😂

[@adamcoronado5447]

Aaron is such a class act!! I can listen to this dude all day. He doesn't give a shit about fame. Guy just wants to work on trucks

[@FordEra]

exactly right

[@safetymikeengland]

right on. Aaron is cool as heck.

[@40beretta1]

I've been a huge fan of Aarons attention to details. It may just be me. When Aaron talks about what he loves. I find myself zero'd into every word

[@FordEra]

me too

[@maxbaker8830]

Good to see Aaron doin what he does and being happy

[@oneted8]

So good to see Aaron again, I only live about 10 miles from the shop guess I need to stop by

[@FordEra]

nice

[@johnm.5848]

Arron looks happy and relaxed in his own business unlike at GMG that's owned by what's his name.

[@rickdaystar477]

What's his name can't change a flat tire. He was all about promotion and money. Aaron knows his shit and I'd watch him anytime.

[@gjermand]

Richard got cars finished

[@craigknight4836]

Hopefully he appreciates the money and recognition he got from the show.

[@rageagainstthemainstream2164]

@@gjermand as much as I respect Richard for the thing he's achieved in his life (could easily do without the "whoos" though) It wasn't him finishing the cars was it. It was the team around him doing the physical work.

[@rageagainstthemainstream2164]

@@beegee495 well done captain obvious. What’s your point as you haven’t invalidated my previous comment

[@erezfinzi2482]

I love Aaron, always loved his attitude towards building, repairing and modifying. I missed him, and i wish i could learn to be a mechanic....

[@paulwilkinson673]

Great thanks for posting. Always been impressed by Aaron’s knowledge and skill

[@FordEra]

you are welcome

[@joshuabrown2543]

Damn, he would make a great teacher/instructor. Encourage the youth to dream, fail and try again, keep going. Look at things from different views. I agree on the lifts, once it gets past a certain height, i know others will not agree.

[@garysells4259]

Glad to See Aaron K. Doing work

[@kevinlewis8409]

I wish that all of that knowledge he was delivering, I could absorb it as fast,very knowledgeable man

[@brucegreg1859]

I need to know what COFFEE Aaron drinks, He is doin 100mph standin still! Great guy and Master Tech!

[@truthseeking3818]

We call that... meth.

[@mapquestHs]

Bump side heaven! Especially love Charlie Brown! Dreaming of building a similar build with my supercab. I love the idea of building a vintage Baja chase truck with a service body. One of these days!

[@houseofbadgers9380]

Man wish aron was still on TV, would love to watch him build a bike his way from scratch.... His passion and knowledge are infectious... 😁 😁

[@kriscowley3241]

I absolutely love this bloke and his knowledge and passion. I’d gladly give him $1billion and just say, build what you want. Total quality from a master craftsmen. A true pioneer. Personally I believe he is better than every legendary car builder before him. Art, pure art.

[@mattlee3400]

I’m a gm guy but definitely a truck guy. I’ll drive any of the top 3. Do love the old ford bodies. This guy knows his stuff

[@dragthatsht]

I'm building a 74 F350 service truck right now. I originally planned to use my 75 supercab but found the 350 and its perfect so I picked it up.

[@FordEra]

so cool

[@greghawkins2712]

I would trust Aaron with any project! He speaks with confidence and knowledge

[@Turbo496Vette]

AK is such a cool guy. Great ideas, amazing craftsmanship.

[@patkelley2190]

THANK you for sharing so good to here Aaron talk.

[@talesofanasphaltjockey]

Found the blog about Charlie Brown while searching service body trucks after purchasing my service bodied 75 F 350 dually & I've been obsessed with it ever since... such an awesome truck.

[@FordEra]

It really is. Can’t wait for it to be on the road

[@johnbarker419]

I love that Arclight is working on stuff which doesn't have aftermarket support from every supplier out there.

[@FordEra]

me too

[@carlwhite8225]

Aaron is a good dude, Thanks for sharing.

[@rafaelcostoso4492]

Aaron is a self taught motivating car master 🙏

[@DeanFamilyAcres]

Excellent video! Cool projects, and was great to hear you guys talk trucks.

[@slowmotionperformance2744]

Aaron is one of the koolest dudes on TV. Never met him but A1

[@tucoerquilenne6765]

Glad to see Aaron still busy and ArcLight is still around. That's a big shop to run by himself but hey, if that makes him happy more power to him.

[@DeShakeel]

Aaron is a greasy gem. Man he has knowledge and fun to be around. 00

[@craigsowers8456]

Good to see Aaron again ... been a while; he hasn't posted to his YT channel in years. Like his "Trash Truck" ... very cool and well thought out (as always). And being a while since I've watched him, I am still amazed how fast he talks ... especially since he went to school at OD Wyatt, not in the Bronx ;) HA Hope you'll visit him again soon ...

[@scottbrown7415]

On bed length proportions, I like that ford tooled it up the way that they did. A short bed is just exactly that. Plus, those short beds are just easier to restore without having to go through multiple sections being cut and sectioned. The body man in me loves that.

[@thesenutz77]

He is so right about lift kits. He says it a lot nicer then I do. On most 4x4s rubber lift is the best lift for performance and handling.

[@stevehawkins7826]

Aaron must be smokin' the good stuff

[@zacklamprey4784]

Dude so awesome!!!! To see Aaron doing what he loves insane trucks so sick awesome content!!!

[@martinwarner13]

When you visit a dude that works alone you can guarantee some story time. Really enjoyed this, thanks for doing it.

[@FordEra]

thanks for watching

[@joegilly1523]

Anything Aaron does is going to be good .

[@dj250r]

I really miss content from Aaron he nerds out on these trucks so badd makes me giggle Thanks

[@patrickflynn6423]

Hi Aaron , I hope you get to be a big business as your knowledge of mechanics is a great gift you have and it seems that you are a happy man doing what you love doing . PF London ENGLAND

[@HotRodDave]

Good video. That Dude can talk. Always Like Aaron

[@runningraggedranch5086]

That old Ford tool truck is freaking sweet I want it

[@voodootrucker]

Met Aaron at the Mint 400 in Vegas in march 2020 just before covid went rampant. Totally down to earth guy

[@supercharged00gtp]

OMG I'd LOVE that old Ford truck!

[@rustycartee657]

Thanks for this video, it is great.

[@FordEra]

You are welcome!

[@ms.sonshine8878]

Love the green truck.

[@cliff7536]

Aaron is one solid dude!

[@1pbean]

Yep! I'm an Aaron Kaufman fan and I love the beater truck. The bed proportions look great to my untrained eyes.

[@ourlifeinwashington4114]

I'm not a Ford fan but I am an automotive fan. I once had a Fox body Mustang die in Death valley due to a plugged fuel filter which screwed into the Carb. I got some really dirty gas so I would take it off and shake the shlt out of it as best as possible then drive some more at 15 to 25mph for over 700 MILES! If it had been a Chevy I could've taken the inline filter out and replaced it with the body of a pen. It took me almost 3 days to go from Darwin, California to Fernley, Nevada. Then while leaving home to go back to Darwin I backed I to a small shrub which punctured the gas tank. The distributor would get wet and the car wouldn't die and wouldn't start until I took it off and dried the inside off the cap off. My first car was a 1976 Pinto station wagon which could take turns at high speed like it was on rails but it had so many drivetrain issues and it caught on fire while I was leaving high school which I was the 1st to the exit gate and is were it caught fire so nobody could leave school. I Also had a 1991 Ford Fiesta which was great at climbing sandy hills, i wont even go into the problems with that car. Im sure Ford's of today are great but I'll never buy one. I would take any Ford F150 and up from the 70s and I'd also take any 67-78 Mustang with the 5.0 or larger and of course the Bronco from the 60s. Like I said I'm an automotive fan.

[@Grahams-Grass]

Aaaron always blows my mind ...

[@ModelA]

This was FUN! Thanks! If you ever find your way up to N. Cali, drop on by my place.

[@bryanluntz1603]

Some nice toys Aaron Good to see you guys

[@bryanstrietelmeier2573]

I would work for Aaron for cheap just to learn his knowledge,amazing guy!

[@johnphillips2396]

You might be there a long time.

[@wolfenstein8315]

5 seconds, Aaron immediately starts talking about projects.

[@darrenalmeida1382]

I like his design and building ideas.

[@ThePaintwurks]

One smart guy always blown away when he spoke

[@360Fishing]

He know his shit, never stopped for a sec, that was free info boys

[@PaulJersey]

I really like the green F150. I would put vintage air, and reupholster the seat, and use it for my endless Home Depot runs.

[@michaelbristol6467]

Love the Ford trucks ! 😎

[@jonnykelly4903]

On a sick one!

[@rickycolvin8288]

Ay the fact is everybody love Aaron guy is a truck master amazing mind for cars

[@GaryLX870D]

Cleanest shop floor around...

[@ourlifeinwashington4114]

Aaron Kaufman is an American National treasure. His work will be celebrated long into the future and someday may be added to the greats like Carol Shelby etc.

[@jspeedjones9502]

Love that dude. Wish I could hang out with him and talk builds for an hour!

[@Dongaz]

I had to check if I had increased the speed to 1.5x. Get Aaron on a roll and he doesn't stop. Love it.