We May Have Just Found The Rat Rod Wrecker's Limit!

Fab Rats

28 Jan 202429:18

Summary

TLDRThe video follows a group of mechanics as they work on restoring an old truck. They install new seats, lower them for more headroom, and add gauges and other upgrades. There is some trial and error as they test fit parts and work to problem solve issues that arise. They are optimistic about the project and eager to get the creature comforts installed. There are lighthearted moments as they go on escapades to find supplies. Overall there is a sense of camaraderie and satisfaction as they incrementally improve the old truck.

Takeaways

😀 They are working on lowering the seat in an old truck to make more headroom
😃 They cut out part of the seat frame to lower it 2 inches
🔧 They installed new gauges and a boost reference line
🚚 They recovered a loaded tanker truck
🔨 They fabricated and installed a custom mount for the lowered seat
👷 Sean built parts to connect the transfer case for 4 wheel drive
😄 Tested the lowered seat and it has much more headroom now
🛠 Got the 4 wheel drive shifter working
⏩ Next they plan to install sound deadening and power windows
✅ Overall, good progress customizing the old truck's interior

Q & A

What kind of vehicle are they working on in this video?
-They are working on an old truck they call the 'rat rod'.
What is the main issue they are trying to fix with the seat?
-The main issue is that the seat is too high and the driver's head hits the ceiling, so they need to lower the seat.
How do they lower the seat in the truck?
-They cut out part of the seat brackets to lower it a couple inches and then built a new mounting frame for the seat base.
What is the purpose of the four-wheel drive components they are installing?
-They are installing a transfer case shifter and linkage so they can switch the truck into four-wheel drive.
What are some of the other improvements they make to the truck?
-They install new gauges, tap into the intake for a boost gauge, spray truck bedliner, and add sound deadening.
What is the white fluid they apply before cutting metal?
-It is correction fluid/whiteout that helps provide a visible line when cutting metal.
What is the purpose of the seat frame they weld to the floor?
-The seat frame lowers the seat mounting point to give more headroom and support the seat base.
Why do they say it is difficult to find parts where they live?
-They mention living in a remote, rural area where large chain stores are far away.
What is the final result of lowering the seat?
-The final lowered seat gives the driver much more headroom so their head doesn't hit the ceiling.
What work still remains to be done on the truck?
-They still need to permanently install the new seat, add power windows, and finish the interior.