The Hilux Chassis Is Back Together And Looking Incredible!

[@tnguy9696]

that frame looks badass i hope those tire and wheels fit good they look great

[@austinniemela]

Thanks! Tires are for sure too tall but we will see!

[@731trident]

Hi my friend! I live vicariously through you for now until my shop is built and kitted out! I really appreciate your vision regarding your various builds. This build is no exception. Thank you for taking us along!

[@hermanjackperopero1065]

This is good. No parts left untouched, can't wait to see more videos

[@tj_offroad]

That color is really cool actually. I think it goes well with that dark bronze.

[@125sm3]

The chassis and suspension are looking awesome. Great colour choices .

[@austinniemela]

Thank you!

[@davidgoeken7993]

I don't think I have ever seen how each piece on any other show is done with your perfection.

[@PatriotPainter]

I know it was a little darker than you wanted but I love that color red on the springs. Looks great with that bronze color!

[@austinniemela]

Yea they do go great together! Thanks!!

[@nickmorrow3829]

I have been watching the start of this build and was going to comment about adding heim to bottom and top of third link. I have a three link on a lowered Sierra and it has the heirms and articulates and keeps wheels planted on the ground. Thanks for showing the difference. Interesting how the bushings flex. Either way I think it will work.

[@billpiech7564]

I love your videos Austin. I like watching you do all those things you do i.e. the powder coating. I have a 2001 SR5 with flared fenders. The body is gloss black and I'm going to plastic coat the fender flares flat black. I think the contrast will be cool. I also did the headlight retrofit but with LED's instead of HID. I installed those black rear tail lights and they look so good against the gloss black paint. I need to clay bar it though. The paint is terrible. I replaced most of the suspension, new bumpers (they were rusted out from the inside). I'm going to be 76 in August and I just love working on it. It only has 147,000 miles on it so it's going to last longer than me (maybe lol). Thank you and keep pluggin away...............Bill in Wilmington, NC.

[@davidteixiera8398]

Out of curiosity what spring rate did you choose for the front and rear thinking of the stabfab upgrade for my 87 pickup

[@christopherloewen1433]

He said 600 lb front 200 lb rear I believe

[@richberg404]

All great content. Anyone that complains about audio is just being shitty. Audio is fine, camera is great, content is exceptional. Just keep doing what you are doing. Thank You for the hard work and dedication it takes to spit out content.

[@austinniemela]

Thank you!!

[@DuanDao]

Loving the build so far can't wait to see it with the bed and cab. Too bad they don't make old school 80's Fulda tires like the mini truckers used back in the day

[@donigor9549]

Holy smokes buddy, this is a peace of art! Austin, trought the time I've been following the work of guys like Chip Foose, but sincerelly your detail level working alone is unbeatable. Could you be able to buy, customize and sell a pickup truck for a interested person on this kind of job?

[@MmmmGoodBoy]

Chip Foose?

[@donigor9549]

@@MmmmGoodBoy jajajaja, thanks brother! Thank you very much. How embarrassing.. jajajaja Now is correct.

[@davidfarmer]

18:55 well your upper joint's threaded section was spinning in the bung, and tightening the nut really wont stop it from doing so. I would say no you don't have enough articulation. if you are dead set on bushings, get dual durometer bushings from synergy, they can actually flex and also require no grease.

[@jonbayer3436]

great video, good quality very informative. I wouldn't worry too much about the audio quality we can still hear you. But then again as meticulous as you are with the rebuild, I'm sure you'll fix it.

[@That_Ryan_Guy]

Looking killer dude and cannot wait to see it done. This world needs more mini trucks and glad to see another one back on the road! The cherry is bang on ties the bronze and black together really nicely. A lighter red would have distracted or clashed with the bronze. I won't get into colour theory too deep but if your curious... The hue (colour) compliments the bronze and the shade (darker colour) pulls from the black frame & wheels. This creates a nice harmony, in my opinion, and creates a pop of visual interest. (You may have to look twice to actually tell it's not black.). Going with a tint (lighter colour) would compliment & highlight the little bit of chrome and why I think it would be distracting.

[@austinniemela]

Thanks man! Yea all said and done I like the darker red!!

[@cehiiaranaraa6319]

the best looking suspension i have seen

[@Rubbernecker]

Those springs look amazing! MUCH better than chrome!! Good call.

[@ShanesGettingHandy]

New camera vs old camera: New is smoothed, old is a little shaky. (Software exists to fix this in post, but that's also an extra step.) New looks like a cheap small lens with a small sensor, old looks super pro image sharpness and quality. New is probably super convenient, old is big and clunky. New - you're looking at the screen a lot instead of the lens and it's a bit distracting, old you obviously don't. Maybe use your new one for the selfie shots (but don't look at the screen) and the old one for tripod stuff, as it has way better image quality. Honestly, we'll watch either way. Love your videos.

[@timothyandrewnielsen]

A well protected frame makes me so happy. I f'in hate rust.

[@caynojonathanjanuarie9660]

A suggestion for the wheels . Why dont you widen the classic steel wheels,maybe in black it would look amazing in my opinion.

[@peakboost]

It looks super clean! Love the colors too. The new camera is much better too, it’s more focus and sharper looking.

[@ronthompson2366]

Looks great 👍... As for bushings v hiem joints. Correct... 4WD. / Racecar definitely the hiem joint period. Being a street truck 2WD the bushings will work just fine. One advantage of the bushings is noise... softer .... little more forgiveness. Hiem joints are solid... can be a little noisy during movement.. firm / solid and a little less forgiveness. However both will work on this application just fine. Install grease fittings every where you can. Next is good bushings for the body. Same thing.. soft rubber is forgiving and not as stiff and solid.. less noisy. This is a fun project. Enjoy watching it come together 😎👍

[@austinniemela]

I agree!! The bushings should do just fine!

[@thomasmitchell6921]

I really like the colors on all the powder coated parts

[@mjbtaco]

Might want to consider mounting your front shocks on top of the plate you welded in instead of under. All of the front end weight is now going to be held up by just those bolts instead of distributing it across the base of the lca.

[@thomasgarcia784]

That cherry looks dope!

[@hanyhanna5214]

thanks for sharing your experience 👍💐 why you put your drills upside????

[@acescape88]

Hey Devin, the powder most likely turned out darker than you wanted because you are spraying it on when the part is too hot. When you do this you cant control the amount of layers of powder compared to just using the electromagnetism of the gun. Thats why the powdercoating shops dont use "hot flocking"

[@bake162]

Your absolutely right, I’ve made some real messes hot flocking but….. we don’t know how much he lets his parts cool after he off gasses, he could use some silicone bungs though. Looks great!

[@austinniemela]

Yes the first spring was a bit warm with the clear but the rest I let cool off and they did look a touch brighter!

[@supdood885]

Whose Devin?

[@tonygSDWR]

No issues with the sound on the video that I could hear. The springs look good too, look forward to more!

[@austinniemela]

Good to know! Thanks!

[@iMuyanCODM]

Wheels look amazing

[@Tactical_Pterodactyl_Knives]

Really enjoying this series! Can't wait to see the body on this thing.

[@user-ft2md2gd4s]

Looking great. The dark red springs match well. 👍

[@kip8790]

The poly bushes would wear really fast like that, they are not designed to be loaded like that Austin . Awesome build loving it 👍

[@Z-Bart]

I like the new color combo too. 👍

[@johnnycashh7148]

The red def sets it off when it's all mounted up. Gonna be 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@Wildlandfirefighting]

Very much enjoying the build series, thanks Austin

[@brplatz]

Looks excellent! Ever try Cerakote? Always wanted to try that at home

[@mikediamond257]

Looks amazing mate. Nice build

[@austinniemela]

Thanks 👍

[@timothy2935]

Love this build dude!! Im working on mine as well and I love that you posted this . Keeps me.inspired

[@davidteixiera8398]

Again simply beautiful work your fab skills and on point .

[@d.collier_8280]

I think, if you were to use heims on the adjustment end of your links. I believe it would be quieter than having bushing. From previous experience, poly bushings if not greased well, will squeak like hell

[@maixify]

Man you are one of a kind dude! This looks juicy ❤️

[@jonathanemocling3826]

Dang! Clean 🧼 build. Can’t wait till your next video.

[@barrymonroy7138]

Man brother!!! You have a gift!!!

[@charliebruceortega8447]

Every build has amazing

[@pmmccrea]

You are GOOD man! Can't wait until this build is complete. (No issue with the audio). Great video man! Keep'em coming.

[@austinniemela]

Thanks man!

[@pmmccrea]

@@austinniemela Do you sell any of your creations? They are all amassing!

[@charliebruceortega8447]

Yea he sold the first green machine, and I think the red one is for sale

[@bobbytaylor6729]

I Love This Sir, just wondering is it the final put together or are you going to oil those wheel bearings.

[@jumpenjackflash4964]

For a guy who said he wasn't going all out on this project your off to the races. What are you going to use as a power plant, that constitutes the need for a three point rear suspension?

[@odevious8081]

Put a k20 in it

[@Hanky_Bannist8r]

I was hoping you were going to use the original wheels that were on it for that 80s vibe. Honestly, I would only consider heims on the links attached to the axle the rest being bushings would be fine. I only say that for wear purpose but it's probably not going to be driven daily like most of us would. It'll probably be fine the way it is. Love this build so far.

[@dandorris8531]

Try putting adding heims on the trailing ends of the two lower arms and then test again. you will see a bigger difference. Most high end suspension builders Ride tech/Global West will use this combination or heims on both ends. Such a light truck anyways it won't hardly move around. If you were on bags I'd do heims for less binding movement.

[@reifonseca5767]

Watched alot of your videos.love em you got skills.the builds and quality are better then most so called pro build shows and builders.i have a question. On my mazda b2200 the chrome plastic grill is no longer made .so i bought a black plastic one only ones remade new.how can i get the plastic chrome again??? Whats the process they used when making them?thank you for your time

[@walter1995619]

It’s turning out really good

[@austinniemela]

Thanks!!

[@allenhorne7032]

Absolutely incredible Austin, I bet this thing will ride like a racecar! Can't wait to see the motor and tranny in!

[@norcoredneck]

How’s the motor coming along?

[@austinniemela]

Still waiting for parts!

[@anthonypeachey21]

wheels are sick. keep them!!!

[@diyjeff1838]

This a great build. Don't even need a ramp to get your bike in the back!

[@jaimemunoz972]

where did you get your digital clock that's hanging on your wall?

[@weingump2602]

you did not grease the bearings when installing? can not understand?

[@joesobaski1966]

It’s looking sweet!

[@keilormarin7668]

Que buenas transformaciones!! Es como seguir una serie !!

[@maddgoatee9708]

Looking good. LOL, NASCAR Toyota with those wheels and tires. Ya, the audio sounded like you were in a empty room when you took us outside to see the spring color.

[@cjg1482]

Heims will allow for more flex but they will get noisy. Poly bushings will squeak too but you have grease fitting so they should be quiet. Personally. On a street truck, I would stay with all of the poly bushings. I would not do heims. I’m minimizing the number of heims on my offroad rig (doing builder/flex joints).

[@Jackt-3]

Sick build man!! Keep it up!

[@austinniemela]

Thanks! Will do!

[@andrewgraham9977]

This is really shaping up to be a nice truck. It's my favorite so far. I think you're going to have ditch the patina and paint it up nice though; everything else is just too nice.

[@memor5514]

can you powder coat wood?

[@alexandrebreau1185]

No grease in those bearings?

[@JustinPaul1st]

Much gets done off camera in my modest opinion...let see what he says...👍👍👍

[@austinniemela]

When I am done with brakes and such I’ll pack them for the final install!

[@alexandrebreau1185]

@@austinniemela Yeah, rotors aren't on yet. Disregard my comment.

[@john101004]

Addicting to watch. Lots of work sand blasting. You should just restore the truck no rust .

[@bmxtaz]

Great job. Those details are amazing and what set you apart from others.

[@baileyalfieri8559]

Love the build, why didn’t you pack the bearings ?

[@edmartini9724]

Well done!

[@bernardcrane750]

Very handsome color combination!

[@austinniemela]

Thank you!

[@MegaRickw]

hey Austin,you need to research powdercoating,first you shouldn't hot flock,#2,if you powdercoat over chrome it must be good chrome,which your's is,but you lightly blast chrome just to etch it then coat,you have to take them to a chrome plating shop and have them strip,the only way you can get chrome off

[@zama6702]

Looking good. Maybe run some offset wheels and tires. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@jerez.2133]

Looking awesome bro great job loving the build 👍 👌

[@tylermartinez6261]

Personally the chrome springs was real smooth

[@kflo1219]

The Super Mario secret level/mad scientist background music is on point!!😊👍🏻

[@bklugster]

theres a chrome shop down on trent just down the road from hazzard fabworx that i think can strip those coils. i was going to take my bumper for my truck to them so i can color match it.

[@CB-hr6zs]

Loving the content bro every but and bolt has been touched by you. Can’t wait to see more of this hilux build.

[@austinichini]

Looks amazing dude!

[@santosenamorado3626]

Where do you buy all the bushings for the truck I got an 79 and can’t find it.

[@austinniemela]

Rock auto!

[@falkie52degrees68]

Hey Austin. I am really enjoying your videos and have no problem with sound or the camera. I’ve restored a few old Japanese bikes and many engines but have only tried my hand at a car once …it’s a 1999 hilux crew cab. I have finished it but it doesn’t look anything like as good as your work, but watching your videos makes me want to strip it all down and start again 😂

[@patelvish9987]

Have you thought about maybe doing a driveshaft flange mounted disk e brake? Lots of people do em on the 4x4s, I know you mentioned needing an e brake in a past video

[@JEREMY120983]

Austin! you're work is better in better! very good job, waiting to see ending.

[@fercecfe]

Bro people complain for anything nowadays, honestly I’ve never had any problems with the audio of your videos, maybe it is because I get so focused on your projects. Anyway bro everything is looking really good, congratulations and cheers 🍻 from Miami!

[@austinniemela]

Thank you man!!

[@Mk-mq6vo]

Hahaha camera doesn't matter. We enjoy your work 💯. ( By the way before you said you bought a new camera, I thought today Austin has done some makeup ) 🤣

[@austinniemela]

Haha yea I’m not sure why I look like I pounded on makeup with the new camera 😂😂

[@CTMadModz]

Looking good man… idk what color you were going for on the springs but that color looks smoking hot! 🤘😎

[@austinniemela]

Thanks I'm actually really liking that red now!!

[@johncourtneyscott2757]

Nice job man

[@brianross4057]

Very nice work indeedy, Now for the LS to power the chassis. ;)

[@moedalgarny]

my dream is to restore my 1985 hilux...good to find people work on hilux's

[@icebawkz]

good work bubba!

[@ruffcamz5332]

Bro that shit looks good as shit frfr

[@kerrywaldrop4546]

Looks sweet

[@TheNickademas1]

Thought the dark color was sick but I looked at the black and bronze and was like nah then you threw it in there and I’m like hell wtf that looks way better then a brighter red imma be pissed if you change it I’m commenting half way through the video!

[@austinniemela]

Haha thanks! I kept the red and I’m loving it!!

[@MussaKZN]

That Hilux is going to be sick. Wish I could fast forward all your work so I could see it finished. In the bed need to be mint and outside old and original.

[@austinniemela]

You and me both! Thanks man!

[@JohnAvantiBK]

What camera did you get?

[@austinniemela]

Sony zv-1!

[@JohnAvantiBK]

@@austinniemela nice I have the same camera.

[@austinniemela]

@@JohnAvantiBK sweet! Definitely a lot easier to use than the a7ii I had before!

[@JohnAvantiBK]

@@austinniemela It's pretty awesome.

[@andy_life]

Hit Like before watch! can't wait for the complete build)

[@JayJay-sq1wg]

Great job

[@thabohack4664]

great work

[@austinniemela]

Thanks!

[@TMeniaco]

got to say im hyped about the hilux .!!

[@smartphone5412]

good job