What builds do I not like, my real opinion of ESAB Rebel, and what happened to the S10 Truggy

[@MAJORAUTO]

I’ve been following you since the Power Block, and I gotta be honest. I’m absolutely loving your KZbin channel the most!

[@BigTireGarage]

Wow, thank you!

[@jonjalbert1922]

Hey Ian love the show btw, I wanted to know during the Q&A if you can show photos of the examples of the stuff your talking about or the rigs in question, so we can get a visual as some of us were not there many moons ago when those rigs were built (For what happened to questions) Keep up the great work and content :)

[@BigTireGarage]

I will try.....it is hard to find pics of some of those rigs

[@davesbrewing]

I have the green one I wish it would do ac stick high frequency but it's only dc. I also wish it did pulse MIG so I could do globular transfer inverted. also thank you for sending the "Zuke" to Nate for him to play with , it was always my favorite project from the 4X4 extreme days.

[@marklowe330]

Cab trucks or truggies as you call them have been in the south since before 1992 in the Tellico. Popular with the Tennessee junkyard off road guys.

[@LukeEdward]

If it isn’t too taxing on your production, can you maybe do a few cutaways, or Picture in Picture visual references to the things you’re talking about? For instance, when you were talking about the Jonny Joint setup, it would have been nice to have a picture or two or what you were referring to. I realize that the items that are intellectual property of other companies aren’t feasible, but whatever you can do. Thanks, Ian.

[@rogg5204]

Saw the response Stacey David did on your video of your favorite build of his and it sounds like he is up for doing a collab with you on a project - that would be pretty cool to see the two of you team up on something. Not sure if you've talked about this before, but what happened to the lifted blazer that you did a solid axle swap on and what did you like about it / what would you change if you could do it again?

[@rickrutkowski5056]

I like the concept of a SXS but I can't justify the cost. Can you build a light weight tube buggy that could be similar to a SxS without going with the high end axles or tons and heavy equipment. Something like a buggy frame, 2jz motor and dana 44 axles? Thoughts?

[@joshslackslack8115]

Baby rock lizard tube buggy with Toyota or Suzuki samurai axles basically a SXS but it's a buggy

[@Troy57_]

If I could find a road legal frame that would.just accept all the parts from sxs that would be great. Here in GA you can't license them for the street like elsewhere.

[@joshslackslack8115]

@@Troy57_ there is a KZbin channel Guy built a cross cart ended up getting that street legal If you watch his channels he'll tell you how to get it street legal and basically almost any state for a few hundred dollars it looks like a F1 race car

[@rickyjohnston3000]

Like this idea! If I remember correctly... the company Goat Bilt (?) had different kits to build up. And use a jeep firewall with i.d. plate and grill, license it as that jeep. In Virginia it's the same way about sxs. But, I researched it out.. if you purchase one, used, that is already registered and has all the required equipment. It can be registered. It's classified as a dune buggy. There is a gentleman not far from me that built a total tube chassis with 2.5 ton rocks and 39's fir the street. Registered as a jeep, it has a cut up tub, narrowed hood, grill...everything. it passed.

[@joshslackslack8115]

@@rickyjohnston3000 Vasily build's is the KZbin channel he built a tube buggy cross cart it looks like a F1 race car it's street legal not sure of the company that he went with to get it street legal but he will tell you in the video as he build's it it's a cool car

[@jareddavidson6426]

You built a rig when I was a kid watching xtreme 4x4 with a 4 cylinder and transaxle what happen to it

[@tinytrucknation5051]

Seen the old aluminum Zuki on another channel getting built and possibly finished. What are your thoughts on the portals it’s getting?

[@RightHandy13]

Suggestion, any chance of getting some pics in the "where are they now" segments?

[@austinstewart8846]

Thanks for the answer Ian! Very cool idea.

[@xozindustries7451]

I’ve had two ESAB rebels, the first one didn’t work at all, they sent me out another immediately, no problem. I just had to reset the smart settings after welding crap metal, but that’s it, great machine

[@Crawl_az_rc]

I have wanted for a long time to build a tiny buggy and call it a solid axle sxs. Would be a cool build for you. Use a ecotec/t5 or some compact drive train. keep up with a sxs in the desert and show them up on the trails. Just a thought.

[@logan8367]

Ian. I recently picked up a new tacoma Trd off road. I’ve been told there isn’t a grey wire mod for the locker in the rear like one the 2nd gens. Do you have any info on how to be able to use the rear locker in not only 4lo but 4hi or even 2wd? Thanks in advance been a fan for a long time.

[@offroadxplorer]

I would be curious to know what happened to the bobbed deuce and the CJ-8 Scrambler project!

[@justinschlaud9443]

Where is it now? The discount Datsun? It was one of my favorite builds.

[@overlandexplorer9447]

How often do you come back to ontario? All the trails have been closed down here in niagara

[@Adrian-rn1ym]

Well shit !!! I had no idea you are Canadian! . I like you am from Ontario and still here ! I also started with the mud bogging but lost interest due to the fact that you put tons of money in a truck just to trailer it all over for 10 second runs.( mind you since I’m in Ontario I still have to drive quite awhile to get to some decent rocks ) .Sxs here if you order the top of the line can get in the 80 s in Canada !!!! That’s insane ! . I could build a crazy tj or jk for much less that you can drive home ! . I’ll just never see the appeal . Another great vid sir !!!

[@dmull030]

Out of all the great offroading states, what made you settle in TN?

[@jaydeangelis7314]

Where can I get a Big Tire coffee cup. It would be great in my collection of a couple hundred. Love the Q&A talk

[@davidyoung30]

Love these Q+A’s.

[@Willytwoscoops]

Now that you have built 2 custom builds between the LJ buggy and Colorado. Which was more fun to build, as well any changes would you do to either of them if you started fresh?

[@danbrown4205]

Hey Ian, have you ever built or would like to build a bouncer?

[@brandonotis5516]

Hey Ian, I was also born and raised in Ontario, Canada, as a teen i would spend my Saturday’s watching you on Xtreme 4x4, now i have my own shop and i am starting my own off-road builds, my question is what ever happened to the transaxle buggy with the honda drivetrain? And would you ever build another transaxle buggy? Really like the idea

[@ryurc3033]

I've wanted to do one with a Buick 3.8 v6

[@4wdtennessee459]

Coloffroader would be a good name.

[@shinymud7]

Howdy sir. Is it possible to relocate an axle up to the cab on a 2006 ram 4 door? I am thinking wheels to the cab. Thank Ian!

[@mattbobo8383]

Will you ever build a 1st generation 4runner? Is so what will you do to it?

[@garycarter8332]

On one of these q&a’s you said something about using the left over pieces from plasma table for something. Thought it would be cool to use the left overs as gussets or door skins. ( depending on material thickness) would be awesome to see used on vehicle you cut parts out of it for. Say you cut 2 pieces out for axle brackets, cut around the missing part and gusset the frame in cab section. Just a thought.

[@Sparkystacoma]

My old 4.0L jeep is tired. Would you keep the 4.0L or LS Swap it? It's in an MJ. Speaking of when will you return to yours?

[@michaelstasiak2019]

What is the standard parts and tools kit you take when going on something like Ultimate Adventure? What is the number one part other than tires that commonly needs replacing on your trips?

[@creedhamill822]

What about doing a custom sxs build from scratch with full independent suspension

[@toyotrailbuggy]

What is your opinion of plug welding rod ends? I’m about to weld up my 2” .250 links and would appreciate your recommendation

[@derekbuxton7101]

Hey Ian - what are the general rules of thumb when it comes to welding wire size. If you are a hobbyist who mostly does things like relocating suspension brackets and perhaps a little custom fabrication, when would you use .023 versus .030 versus .035 wire?

[@JustinD.53]

Obviously Ian is more qualified to answer but .023 is pretty much for thin gauge material. I liked using .027 in a 120v machine to stretch it to and over 1/8” wall because I felt like it was less heat being lost to melt the wire, but the wire also limits how much current you can push because it is your electrode. .030 is great in a 240v machine for most all fab I’ve ever done, maybe a lot of 1/4” or 3/8” .035 would be helpful I have limited experience with that material.

[@steelcold3912]

When running 3 link w/ panhard, do you prefer a longer...equal, or shorter length upper link? Lots of debate online about it. Curious what you think.

[@joebaileygl1500]

I have a 87 samurai with 31s . Should i lift it more so I can get 35s or do you think what I have is enough.

[@vincentcarriere183]

What importance do you give to anti squat and anti dive values in a trailered rock crawler rig?

[@ratfarmers]

SxS'ers to us are like snowboarders were to skiers back in the day!

[@johngrant1337]

Great video Do you have a dream vehicle that you need or want to build ?

[@mrplasma2891]

Do you think motor trend will ever have you build a ultra four car and race it?

[@garyonnen7634]

Ever think of making your version of Trail Mater.

[@roberttolliver1019]

What is the worst breakage/ carnage on a trip you've experienced. And how did you get out of the trail. Those are the most memorable stories.

[@scottmain5897]

Did you and Jessi ever bump heads on any of the builds on Extreme 4 X4?

[@jake1021]

I have the Wheels and tires off the green S10 on my buggy :D So hard now haha

[@Hammerhead547]

I have a question: Would you ever consider doing a deal with the company that makes car mechanic simulator too create a video game? As of last year they have licenses from all the major car makes and are the only game of their type to have licensing agreements with most of the major aftermarket manufacturers (including tire companies) that allow them too use the names and likeness of their products.

[@antagonist84cj7]

Speaking of hating side-by-sides... what ever happened to the RZR you cut in half, and started to put the bug body on?

[@BigTireGarage]

Sold it

[@JeepnJeff]

Nice hearing your thougths on the ESAB. I've too have been interested in the ESAB but you rarely see them. Is DC TIG worth getting? Or should I just get a MIG only? Seems like the Multi-process gives you more options but at the price point getting AC TIG is a big investment.

[@BigTireGarage]

Only get the AC Tig if you do a lot of aluminum

[@JeepnJeff]

@@BigTireGarage So then the 215ic would be better at least for starting out? ESAB's lineup is a bit confusing as the models don't always accend with their numbers. Do I need to worry about the duty cycle? How much does that come into play in the real world? Millers 215 has 60% vs ESAB's 40%. Thanks for taking the time to answer my questions.

[@mconfluence]

I am liking your videos. I think they are a bit better than the tv show. Not saying that the tv show is bad but I think your KZbin channel you us more hands on stuff. I have a question for have you ever built a Rokus 2x2 motorcycle or ever thought about building one.

[@shanewright6958]

Another great video guys 👍👍

[@BlackAndBlueGarage]

If you had to build a "crawler" out of something that "should not be off road" (Gambler 500 style) what car, van or other vehicle would you chose? When I build rc trucks my favorite reaction from people is awkward head scratching.

[@ryurc3033]

What are you building right now? I'm using gmade sawback axles with leaf springs, and j concepts firestorm tires on a set of their old school looking wheels. Should be getting a j concepts snub nose Chevy body to build a monster patrol replica

[@BlackAndBlueGarage]

@@ryurc3033 paused rc building to work on my Comanche. My craziest build was an ecx barrage with parts from Traxxas, axial, element and home Depot. Easily top 3 on performance but traded it to my dad for a pistol

[@lukeromeril2052]

If you had to choose one size of die for a tube bender what would it be? Dies are pricy and I want to get a good all round size.

[@thomasreynolds4455]

If going rogue fab, my logic was get the 1.75"x6" CLR round tube die when you order the bender/kit. It's the most common/expensive die for offroad. The 1.75"x4.5" and 1.5" stuff can be added as time/budget allows.

[@johnnyberlinn1663]

Who was or is your favorite fabricator to work with?

[@marktadlock5428]

We used a water cooled gun on our ac dc tig at my old work.

[@mikeyoses72]

I don't see you do very much toyota stuff. Do you have plans or desire to build one In the future? Would love to see you build a 4x4 hilux or a 1st gen 4runner. Keep up the great content 👏

[@mikeyoses72]

@BigTireGarage thanks for picking my question and answering. Email sent

[@stevehaken]

Never understood the mud bogging thing either... Too narrow of a focus. Merry Christmas!

[@KevinHalliburton]

What fabricators had a big impact on your development? Who would credit you as a key influence in their development?

[@keithbishop4656]

What does the “shop minion “ do for you and the shows?

[@andrewhayes5353]

What happened to that 6wd suburban you were building years ago?

[@nicholassbardella6045]

He’s already answered this

[@donneezyracing5756]

How many amps would you suggest for welding a roll cage for someone that's doing one in there garage. And what's the correct way of welding a joint that's on the bottom?

[@BigTireGarage]

Can you explain further what you mean "on the bottom"

[@donneezyracing5756]

@Big Tire Garage on the bottom of the joint such as welding a door bar or crossmember to main hoop .

[@jacknicholson5794]

@@donneezyracing5756 either practice your overhead skills or flip it over if possible

[@bigshelter]

My question has to do with shop safety. What is something that the average guy might not know ? For example, I learned a few years back that using the wrong brake clean before welding is a big No-no

[@overlandexplorer9447]

Where did the red Toyota fj 60 go from extreme

[@NTexasTBucket]

What kit did you use to convert the tool box to a welder cart?

[@BigTireGarage]

It is from ZT Fab...let me find you a link www.all-a-cart.com/product-page/tool-box-welding-cart-kit

[@brettwaters91]

Will you be at King of the Hammers to announce the race this year? I like listening to you and Jim

[@BigTireGarage]

Should be there, thanks for watching

[@brettwaters91]

@@BigTireGarage thanks for the reply! One more question if you have time, what lockout hubs have you had the best luck with on the SD60? Are warn hubs worth the money? Or would factory locking hubs work just as good. Thanks!

[@jeffnevius]

Tweco 400 I use on everything

[@TrailTime.]

5:29 completely agree, side by sides and mud trucks aren’t for me

[@dogpotter]

I enjoyed that thanks

[@ramirocuentas5999]

Rip Jessi combs she was great

[@billybike57]

I’m hoping you could do me a huge favor. I had the opportunity to meet you in the Nashville airport a few years back. You were so kind to let me take a picture with you. I’d love to add it to my garage. Would you, could you sign it and return it to me visa via e-mail? Thanks a fan from the beginning Mark

[@chillis28]

👍👍

[@gregleblond9367]

Im not a fan of SXS's either but i also cant get behind the Jeep thing.. Everything is Jeep this or Jeep that, Jeep trails and go Jeeping. There is more to Offroading then just jeeps and that gets under my skin. especially since they keep wanting to upgrade to parts that are in trucks or designed for trucks...So when someone mentions wheeling their "Jeep", I have to roll my eyes

[@penningtonmetalworks283]

I was never a fan of sxs. Loved my Toyotas and dirt bikes. Unfortunately a compression fracture eliminated the dirt bikes. Most every offroad area in Iowa and Western Illinois don't allow trucks anymore so now I have 2 of the stupid sxs's!

[@R_-_F]

I just cannot like using our Esab Rebel. I’m probably too old, sticking with my old Miller every chance I get.

[@BigTireGarage]

What don't you like about it...would be interested to know

[@R_-_F]

Good day, eh? I can’t get a consistent pattern going, either in manual mig or sMig. For example, on 3” dia 1/8” thick stainless pipe I either get burn thru or splattering. On 14 ga CRS fillets, ground clean pieces, I would tack the gussets then start 2” long 1/4” fillets. One would look great, next one junky. I’m sure I could be screwing something up on the settings. I really like setting power to #1 or 2 and speed to 20-30 range on my ole Miller 185.

[@frediefarmer]

👍🏽🇺🇸👍🏽

[@brianhadden55]

CANYONLANDER…

[@BigTireGarage]

LOVE THIS!!!!

[@georgef1176]

Side by sides are glorified golf carts!!! BUY a Honda Odyssey or Pilot (not the cars)

[@Customcreationsllc]

What is the worst advice on a build you have given. Something you thought was right but now know is wrong.

[@thomasreynolds4455]

Best question I've seen in a long time. This is how we all learn, by admitting past mistakes.

[@lv4sndz]

First

[@airic2897]

If you ain't first yer last... Aw hell Ricky I was high when I said that. There's second, third, even fourth!

[@DrBwacko]

Just wondering if you have gotten into the hobby of RC crawling?