BUILDING CUSTOM LOAD BED (Part 2) - 1951 Chevy Rat Truck Build

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  • čas přidán 13. 08. 2022
  • Continuing the 1951 Chevy Budget Rat Truck build, this is the second part of building a custom load bed from salvaged Ford and VW Beetle panels.
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  • @toadskwirm8824
    @toadskwirm8824 Před rokem +17

    Don't question what your mind wants to create. If you are happy with the end result and nobody gets physically hurt in the process just go for it. Just live out your dream man.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem +7

      I'm my own worst enemy dude! But the only one getting physically hurt occasionally is me 😂

  • @waynespears5664
    @waynespears5664 Před rokem +1

    This is the way to build a one of a kind truck,Looks Great..........................................Fort Worth,Tx

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem +1

      Thank you Wayne from Texas! Yes man, just bolting performance parts together I'd boring!😅

  • @stantilton2191
    @stantilton2191 Před rokem +1

    No mask Biff!!! Love the way your creative mind works.

  • @sixtyfiveford
    @sixtyfiveford Před rokem +1

    Looks great. Nicely done.

  • @bulldogstrut1
    @bulldogstrut1 Před rokem +1

    Great technique using the block of wood to scribe along the fender to get the curve you needed.

  • @donniehodge2548
    @donniehodge2548 Před rokem +1

    My brother-in-law and I built a 62 Ford and put a 350 Chevrolet engine in it and it ran great 👍

  • @faizelsedick6591
    @faizelsedick6591 Před rokem +15

    Absolutely loving how this build is coming together
    Much respect

  • @nickchristensen2335
    @nickchristensen2335 Před rokem +1

    Noooo! I just binge watched your videos and came to the end. Now I will have to be patient until your next one. Thanks from southern Arizona USA.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem +1

      😁Thanks Nick. I try to post videos every Wednesday and Sunday

  • @jamesruffner4880
    @jamesruffner4880 Před 11 měsíci

    Diff it is a joy to watch your art work come together and turn out a cool looking truck thanks for sharing with us you have a blessed day

  • @crazywickedcustoms7272
    @crazywickedcustoms7272 Před rokem +1

    There use to cars sold my factory, they where called AMC , lol I miss that

  • @dougtexas9075
    @dougtexas9075 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Very interesting and inventive.

  • @chrisclegg7156
    @chrisclegg7156 Před rokem +1

    The new bed side and rear fender looks great .👍

  • @Chr.U.Cas1622
    @Chr.U.Cas1622 Před rokem +1

    👍👌👏 Very well done again (video and work). Maaaan, I simply love this conglomerate of used/old parts.
    Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing.
    Best regards luck and health to all of you.

  • @user-lx3og7ym4h
    @user-lx3og7ym4h Před 10 měsíci +1

    I like watching you come up with all your ideas very creative

  • @maryfaw5655
    @maryfaw5655 Před rokem +1

    Love all your projects

  • @aaronmayon9164
    @aaronmayon9164 Před rokem +1

    Delighted I came across your channel.

  • @eloyanzaldua7433
    @eloyanzaldua7433 Před rokem +1

    Really enjoy how that truck is looking. I really love it. Take care from Louisiana

  • @gravelfloorgarage5818
    @gravelfloorgarage5818 Před rokem +6

    Mixing parts is what radrod's are about, people forget that companies already shared/used mixed parts from factory. Belated Birthday Brother. 🎂. Keep doing what you are doing for years to come.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem

      Mixing up is my definition as well! Thanks for the birthday wishes! How the hell did you know?🤔

    • @gravelfloorgarage5818
      @gravelfloorgarage5818 Před rokem +1

      @@ratrodsafrica small world in ratrods, word travels fast.Great to see your channel growing. Glad you still keeping it real.

  • @bruceslattengren8587
    @bruceslattengren8587 Před rokem +1

    Custom work you’ve got a great eye for style keep on keeping on have a good day

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem

      Thanks Bruce! We gonna be keeping on until we fall over😅

  • @tommyg7381
    @tommyg7381 Před rokem +1

    Love your make it fit attitude

  • @mikeabercrombie2281
    @mikeabercrombie2281 Před rokem +3

    Really like the way it's coming together and for all those people that always talk about recycling well you know how to recycle

  • @donaldhalls2189
    @donaldhalls2189 Před rokem +1

    It dosent mater if it's ford ,or chev or VW metal dosent know what car it is, it's looking great, all the best to you and your loved ones Lekka

  • @franciscomontesdeoca5316

    Super, super, super job.

  • @rebeccapatterson427
    @rebeccapatterson427 Před rokem +1

    Greetings from the US. Thanks for the show! It really makes a difference for me when you make a model of it and then show the steps. I really appreciate the lessons in the differences in language, too.

  • @matthewfocke5360
    @matthewfocke5360 Před rokem +1

    This is a great build...Thanks for sharing.

  • @aceadman
    @aceadman Před rokem +5

    Diff, you are a special guy, man. And I love the channel. Can definitely see how much work it is, and the filming and editing only add to it. But I can tell you the work pays off on this end. It’s great stuff. And the work is MUCH appreciated. Thank you! 😊👍👍

  • @d.l.b3452
    @d.l.b3452 Před rokem +1

    Pure genius 🇬🇧🥇🧐🔥so interesting to watch you .

  • @angelbernes740
    @angelbernes740 Před rokem +1

    Wow... Real creative work and is really looking good.

  • @rosol7530
    @rosol7530 Před rokem +1

    genius mix and matching - too cool 👍

  • @StirlingLighthouse
    @StirlingLighthouse Před rokem +1

    Nice.
    Again, I love it when things just fall together.
    Ride the wave while you’ve got that mojo working!!
    She may earn her name if she keeps falling together like this.
    She’s looking great.
    Thanks for the ride and the good fun. 👍

  • @bomcdaniel3005
    @bomcdaniel3005 Před rokem +5

    I like how it looks almost like a dually bed with those fenders. I think after it gets sorted out it will look great. 👌 👍

  • @rickm5806
    @rickm5806 Před rokem +2

    I Put a Studebaker truck body on a Chevy S10 chassi. Dropped an old mid '60s inline six in it. It has an Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Dash cluster, '53 chevy Belair tail lights, and Nissa seats. No Fear! Great job man!

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem +1

      Way to go! You're a man after my own heart😅 Thanks Rick

  • @SchysCraftCo.
    @SchysCraftCo. Před rokem

    She's coming along. Can't wait to see more videos soon my friend. Fab On. Weld On. Keep Making. God bless.

  • @christophermedaris2804
    @christophermedaris2804 Před rokem +1

    Cool music

  • @docsoleguyrodshop3756

    She is coming around! Like the combo truck..

  • @robertpradella6550
    @robertpradella6550 Před rokem

    Man I love that 51 pickup. Gosh I love that tow truck also. I enjoyed riding in it. So Cool!

  • @terrencebuller7676
    @terrencebuller7676 Před rokem +3

    Hello Div, Really taking shape, I like it. Its not a Chevy, Ford, or Volkswagen, it's a Div Rat Rod. Keep up the great job. 👍 👍👍

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem

      😂Thanks Terence. Still need to dream up a name for this thing...

  • @timothymcfarland1307
    @timothymcfarland1307 Před rokem +1

    I see now how important the bed hight . Got keep them lines

  • @ericwilkes238
    @ericwilkes238 Před 18 dny

    Cool ride clyde

  • @bryanglover3217
    @bryanglover3217 Před rokem +1

    Looks ok .try splitting the front bumper in half left to right add 5" back make it toller cool truck

  • @mikejackman4416
    @mikejackman4416 Před rokem +4

    Your projects and videos are great love them….half ass customs got me here,,,the more different cars and trucks in one project the better,,, keep it up sir

  • @fuddwacker4803
    @fuddwacker4803 Před rokem +1

    I suggest cutting that indent out and dropping down to eliminate it all together. USA Rat Rod Shop! Oregon. The rest looks good.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem

      Yes, many guys feel that way. But I wanna try something different. If it doesnt work, easy to cut int down😅 Greetings to Oregon!

  • @mikewilliams6712
    @mikewilliams6712 Před rokem

    That is so much talent in you. Fantastic job

  • @RiffRaff160
    @RiffRaff160 Před rokem +1

    This thing is going to look cooler than penguin pi$$!
    Keep up the good work!. 👍👍

  • @BadgerBishop
    @BadgerBishop Před 5 měsíci +1

    You mention "forrest engineering" a lot lately, makes me think of what we can "shade tree mechanics" in my area.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před 4 měsíci

      Nothing necessarily wrong with shade tree mechanizing!😂

  • @ishsiriram8286
    @ishsiriram8286 Před rokem +2

    Div, WOW, that came out truly awesome. I love the surgery bits. Keeping you away from the pub is working...more content for us. You must get yourself some "TEK" screws. Awesome for holding things together when mocking up. Would be great to see more the truck from a little distance away to get a feel for the entire look. Great job once again. Thank you for sharing.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem +1

      Thanks brother! Got some of those TEK screws, but sometimes I prefer a M4 bolt and nut. If you do many fittings, the TEK screw thread strips on thin metal.

    • @ishsiriram8286
      @ishsiriram8286 Před rokem

      @@ratrodsafrica YES, I agree.

  • @krugerhenning2263
    @krugerhenning2263 Před rokem +1

    Hi Oom Diff. May be you should cut the back ligths and sides of the Ford and build the tailgate around that. My 2c. Thankx Oom. 🙄 I like what you do.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem

      Howzit Kruger. I've sold that whole back section of the Ford to someone else. I'll come up with another plan, probably in the next video

  • @johnfederkeil9211
    @johnfederkeil9211 Před rokem +1

    Great Video!

  • @melvingreaves7590
    @melvingreaves7590 Před 11 měsíci

    Hey there my brother what ever you use is good you are doing a great job with whatever you have.

  • @tommyg7381
    @tommyg7381 Před rokem +1

    Looks awsome

  • @gerhardvermeulen5223
    @gerhardvermeulen5223 Před rokem +1

    Looks good 😊😊👍👌

  • @joeandmichelle7375
    @joeandmichelle7375 Před rokem +1

    Im super impressed with those fenders. They turned out fantastic!! Great work Diff!!

  • @kumaran7529
    @kumaran7529 Před rokem +2

    Another great video, Diff.
    Keep them coming.
    Wish you were closer to Durbs so that I could watch you work, and maybe help.

  • @cliveburton8992
    @cliveburton8992 Před rokem

    Coming along nicely Div . You could name it "Frankentruck " 👍

  • @lencsalovszki9194
    @lencsalovszki9194 Před rokem +1

    My friend need to add cab body lines to bed

  • @davesweet7061
    @davesweet7061 Před rokem +1

    Hi Duff! Great content attitude creativity etc!!

  • @mattblack6268
    @mattblack6268 Před rokem +1

    Lovin the vids mate. I look forward to them coz I know they are always good. I hit like before I even watch em.

  • @Backwater-wanderer
    @Backwater-wanderer Před rokem

    Dif this is awesome! Love your builds and your attitude on life.

  • @tonyfeltham9051
    @tonyfeltham9051 Před rokem

    Hey there Div. the back end of the doner tray would make an awesome “thinking lounge”.

  • @glennmiller9031
    @glennmiller9031 Před rokem

    Truck is looking good Diff. Good job.

  • @rcarroll3204
    @rcarroll3204 Před rokem

    perhaps fill the cove down the bed sides with nice wood?? or with painted patterns, then you'd want to put some up front.. cover with a bracket to hold pipes as work truck? Sides may look better after looking at it a week.. Fun watching you think, cut, weld, smile...

  • @lightbarssirensaustralia

    Great video.

  • @TheOldaz1
    @TheOldaz1 Před rokem

    Looking great, think you got the height just right. Thanks Div.

  • @cowlhoods
    @cowlhoods Před rokem

    Cheers from Alaska. Cut a piece of exhaust tubing the diameter of that contour in half and weld it down both sides. It will match bottom you made and make the Ford side unrecognizable. Could even hinge caps on end and store fishing poles in it. Lol. Put tail lights in it even.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem

      Yes, interesting suggestion!

    • @rebeccapatterson427
      @rebeccapatterson427 Před rokem

      @@ratrodsafrica It would not make the Ford side unrecognizable. It would just make it look like the older version ( a bumpside). But the fishing pole storage idea is great.

  • @robbollom7396
    @robbollom7396 Před rokem

    good work Diff, its coming together well

  • @lottiecooper609
    @lottiecooper609 Před rokem +1

    A few dodge parts and you will have a real masterpiece when your done!!! If cars were built like this a long time ago, they would still be on the road instead of all the plastic junk today!!! You are a true artist my friend!!! Thank you for sharing this bro!!!

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem

      Thank you Lottie! If I had some Dodge parts, I would have used them. The more the merrier!😅

  • @chriswalker4626
    @chriswalker4626 Před rokem

    I like your way of things duff

  • @fyou5986
    @fyou5986 Před rokem

    Looking good Diff. You could make a rebar framework to mount rear light to mask over pie cuts.. then let it rust.. maybe needs a topper on bed. Framework with pallet wood instead of canvas. Removable if needed. Job looking a good one Diff. Coming along nice. Maybe name it the mongrel. Lol. Wheels are ugly. I made up some moon disks in black for my ride. On my 89 Saab 900. Have a good week Diff. Adios

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem +1

      Thanks. Lets see where it goes. Agree the wheels are ugly. Will have to do something...

  • @richardmarino5658
    @richardmarino5658 Před rokem +1

    Wow Divman. I love what you are doing here. Don't concern yourself with what other people are going to think about one of your original designs. I and many other people are enjoying the hell out of this. Just stay healthy and enjoy what you're doing. Rich in NJ/USA.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem

      Hey Rich! Thanks brother. Oh I'm too old now to give a single damn about what people think😂

  • @wesleybateman5837
    @wesleybateman5837 Před rokem +1

    Love the way you walk thru your steps of metal forming Duff.
    I enjoy seeing you recycle old parts ( Ford or not ) haha
    Always learn from your videos man
    Keep up the good work !

  • @gazza6348
    @gazza6348 Před rokem

    G'day Dif still loving it mate all the best mate 👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺

  • @ironhead2447
    @ironhead2447 Před rokem +1

    Love the ingenuity, the fabrication skills and your way of thinking outside the box!! I think you have built a true Hybrid 👍

  • @mandymcgill9503
    @mandymcgill9503 Před rokem +1

    Ya great job 👍

  • @thomasnoteboom1531
    @thomasnoteboom1531 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Diff I would have put the fenders on the outher way, headlights forward, like my fenders wider at the front, but that's just me, keep going looks good

  • @MarkK01
    @MarkK01 Před rokem

    I love this guy, he is so damn hilarious. I wonder what Uncle Henry would say. Classic.

  • @davidnaudi2601
    @davidnaudi2601 Před rokem

    Loving your work man a joy to watch

  • @darwinfoster7420
    @darwinfoster7420 Před rokem +1

    I love the work you do . It's actually looking very good

  • @daviddamico4288
    @daviddamico4288 Před rokem

    Nice work, looks awesome .

  • @bradleygibson5093
    @bradleygibson5093 Před rokem

    A true inspiration

  • @arfonjones7188
    @arfonjones7188 Před rokem +1

    Brilliant work as usual. Love your long clamps. Good explanation on your process.

  • @jacquesvanrooyen706
    @jacquesvanrooyen706 Před rokem +2

    Nice job Div. I love this build. It's definitely different. Keep going boet.

  • @heidenfelderkustoms1502
    @heidenfelderkustoms1502 Před rokem +2

    That made a nice looking rear fender.

  • @sufferedenuf
    @sufferedenuf Před rokem +3

    Fantastic build ! I love watching it come together. Funny, I would only say that who is to decide that both sides have to be symetrical? If you are happy with the results, that's what matters.

  • @red_fox_flareside
    @red_fox_flareside Před rokem

    Do your thing Diff! Whatever you want to create. Rat rod is a combo of anything and everything. Really enjoy your videos!

  • @DustyMacsGarage
    @DustyMacsGarage Před rokem +2

    Div!! Enjoyed your process working through joining the bug fender and the bedside off the ford! Great teaching with your jig in the vice on the curves to get the fitment you want with the desired angle in mind!! Have a lekka one!!!!

  • @thestreets5206
    @thestreets5206 Před rokem +1

    Coming along nicely diff ... keep up the hardwork 💪 👍 👍👍👍

  • @caseyjones8477
    @caseyjones8477 Před rokem +1

    Depending on year of VW bug and/or it it was an aftermarket fender, most body parts are zinc coated to my knowledge.

  • @bonezshakergarage
    @bonezshakergarage Před rokem

    Awesome work

  • @dirtyburd71
    @dirtyburd71 Před rokem +3

    I've seen it before and it usually looks really cool, use the rear quarters from an old 50s car that has tail fins! Maybe in the next build???????? :D
    Looking good so far!!

  • @robertroser640
    @robertroser640 Před rokem +1

    Really liked how you made the beetle fender work great job

  • @bradpage8967
    @bradpage8967 Před rokem +1

    Really coming along great! Was wondering how the headlight area was going to work out and I think that it’s well done! I agree with you that the line near the top of the bed doesn’t quite go with the truck. Awesome creativity as always Diff!

  • @DustyMacsGarage
    @DustyMacsGarage Před rokem +1

    I think its awesome that you have so many vehicles that youve used together to build this Div!!

  • @stashwaxroller1740
    @stashwaxroller1740 Před rokem +1

    No rules in Rat Rat Bro. Use as many makes and models as it takes. The most important make and model is one having the vin. tag ! (arguably) One of the first rat rods was the Beverly Hillbillies truck from the American TV series . It wasn't actually a truck at all by what was left of a 1927 Oldsmobile. Tremendous amount of work in this video ! Good Job !!!!!!!!

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem

      Agree man! One of the first definitions for me is to build with a collection of junk yard parts. Not buy and bolt on! Interesting info on the Beverly Hillbillies truck, going to google that! A LOT of work yes, only hands on guys like you will know...

  • @-joe90
    @-joe90 Před rokem

    for that sacrilege you go to a very hot place
    it was worth it, it was very good

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem

      Think I might be going anyway...for other stuff...😂 Thanks man!

  • @mandymcgill9503
    @mandymcgill9503 Před rokem +1

    Wow that's awesome really nice lots of hard work I laughed my head off when u say can't go to pub to messy class 🤣

  • @jamesfreeland3137
    @jamesfreeland3137 Před rokem

    That wasn't easy. Even though I live in Germany I have no idea if they verzinkt it or not. I like what you've done to it. 👍

  • @brianhaw9398
    @brianhaw9398 Před rokem +1

    I think your chevronisforbug is a beauty. If money was no object maybe it would be a different build but for most of us money matters . Keep up the good work. You got this!👍🇨🇦

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem

      Thanks boet! Even with loads of money, I would still do this, its fun! But i would buy wide tires and a big ass engine!😅

  • @jodycopeland1
    @jodycopeland1 Před rokem +1

    I call it awesome

  • @nom8er
    @nom8er Před rokem

    @ 28:13 way ahead of you! 🍺👍
    Looking good. The Ford indenedted body line on with the bed side is messing with my eyeballs abit though. 🤔

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  Před rokem

      Agree with you. Will have to do something about it...

  • @staypositive6984
    @staypositive6984 Před rokem

    Great job div😎