How to Make Your Kei Grocery Getter Truck to Do 140 KM/H
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
- Merlin modifies the grocery getter Cushman kei mini truck! This truck has so much potential and Merlin is bound and determined to get 4th and 5th gear working. This truck is almost ready for the road as long as he can get it registered! Thanks for following along this fun build.
@MerlinsOldSchoolGarage @jetskijim007 @FabRats @RobbyLayton
It is an automotive/hot-rodding/fabricating UA-cam Channel FACT that Merlin's Old School Garage does interesting, skilled, fun, cool, teaching stuff. Merlin is one of those guys who is so mechanically inclined in spades he can do anything (and he wants and needs to work on projects like other people need to breathe air). Super content on so many levels.
If more folks had your confidence, there wouldn't be nearly the amount of unfinished projects filling fence rows in my area lol. Great content as always!
Lawn ornaments
You really are a craftsman Merlin, great job on making the Kei Grocery Getter more user friendly & functional!
Serious old school there.. Drop light with a regular bulb, and an arm burning metal housing! :) Merlin's serious hardcore!
Man, is there anything you can't do? You sir are an inspiration to all of us. Great job, looks like a ton of fun
Merlin you are right up there in my favorite 5 UA-cam channels!! I love everything you upload and you’re a total wizard when it comes to SICK AF builds!!! Thank you so much for what you do. It makes my entire week!!
Sweet! I’m diggin on Arizona’s vehicle registration laws 👍 certainly more fair than most places
Right!? I'm up here in Maine, you could never do what this fella did. They are so strict out there. Especially with vehicle inspections. That's the biggest problem up here.. Can't build anything, or do much at all to your vehicle.. I'd absolutely love to live in this area just for the freedom. Wicked cool to see though!
For old vehicles it's quite a bargain. And I can register for 5 years at a time and get a price break.
You can literally register an ice chest on wheels with a SBC powering it in AZ as long as it has tail, headlights and turn signals.
The title bond and licensing without a title or at least some pretty solid evidence of ownership is a PITA. I've built custom motorcycles with all new parts, frame, engine and everything and where I've had every single receipt down to the fasteners and wiring and they've still hassled me for weeks and forced me to get a title bond. I doubt Merlin has too much trouble in Havasu, but come down to the Valley in Phoenix/Scottsdale/Tempe/Mesa and try it. One time I drove out to the middle of Navajo county where I own some property and the old gentleman there did it without blinking an eye.
These things are the rage and nobody really knows what they're doing with them, you picked one up and made it a badass machine. You put on a school for these Young bucks. You are the master!
Merlin, you need to put a Cummins in that thing,it would be so cool. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Love how he makes everything look so easy. Merlin would be fun to hang out with and learn from.
Damn Merlin!! You're pretty good when you can smell the boss sneaking put on you!!! Lol
8 measuring tapes. With your talent Merlin I thought you just looked at it and know the length. Lol. Great video. Love your Knowledge
I'm supprised a few hard-core boys are not hanging around offering to help & learn. That's how we did things growing up, you worked for knowledge & earned respect by paying attention & going the extra mile by doing any or all the dirty jobs.
Love how you display old glory for all to see
Engineer doing what an engineer does best. Well done!
Awesome job Merlin........ What a hot rod now!!...... a little rice burner...haha!!!..... need a little fatter tires in back...
Pure American, engineering! Merlin, You continue to SHINE like a STAR! This, has been a lesson in problem solving, with extreme expertise, WOW!
A reminder that things can be simpler; and make you smile.
Hey Merlin, you should get in touch with Marty and Moog from mighty car mods in Australia, they have done a couple of those Diahatsu Kei mini trucks and have turbocharged both apparently they turbocharged them in Japan and you can buy wrecked engine parts with the super flat low profile intakes and exhausts to fit those engines. They even converted one of them from carby to fuel injection and they both go like shit off a shovel. Any way if you get InTouch with them they'd only be to happy to share info and might even come out to do a callaboration video is heyve done some from Japan before, anyway just thought I'd share that, great vid loved it
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Cracks me up you STARTED with wheels/tires.
And agree with Jimmy - good choice!
Grocery getter! LOL! ....GOOD JOB!
Good to see your crafty trans job worked,may the fourth be with you 😏🙃and the fifth too 👍
I think when Jimmy said: "We got room for a Chick"; I think he meant Baby Chicken, not a human woman! 😁😁
hahahahahah
I thoroughly enjoy watching a guy do what I do, a real needle stacker just like me only just a little bit better. Thanks pal 👍
i cant believe the trans is bigger than the engine and you took it apart by yourself damn you good merlin
Merlin, you are killing the American Dream, one millimetres at a time! 🤣🤣👍 top work!
@merlonJohnson.. I don't have IG. The American dream of having a large vehicle. 👍🤣
Love these kinda projects you do. Most people would walk away saying it’s impossible. But you jump right in and get it done. Keep up the great work.
I like the kids comment at the end of the video "this is rad" he described it perfectly.
But can Tim drive it with the window rolled up? The old Ford Escorts were probably tighter inside. My younger brothers laughed at me when I couldn't get out of an Escorts drivers seat if I had a small cup or even a sheet of letter sized paper in my hand however they couldn't do it either!
Have fun with it and try to keep it original however if you blow it consider a 4FB1 Isuzu OHC 1.8L Diesel Engine from an 80's Chevette Scooter. They came with an old school mechanical Kiki pump, had the Turbo Compensator already installed and mate up with the MSG5 transmission plus the trussed con rods, etc hold up nicely to the boost.
Best!
UA-camr: 30 min putting on new wheels
Merlin: Immediately does the entire build. Doesn't show fitting wheels.
Highest respect to your skills and motivation to do such things. I thought I was pretty agnostic owning and working on Australian, British and Japanese cars. Merlin and Jimmy are all over everything, even stuff without wheels!
How about putting a Hybusa motorcycle engine in it?!!😃👍🏻💪🏻😳
Even a Honda Goldwing 6 cylinder engine would work great as it has a drive haft.
I bet a little Kubota diesel engine would fit nice in it
You did some great work there Merlin. I admire a good craftsman... Till the next...
" why aren't we out doin donuts in this thing? "...haha. Jimmy is alright!
That is a cool mini truck 🛻 and it’s left-hand drive🤌. The transmission gear hack, I’m sure will be very much appreciated by people with these minis. Enjoyed watching 👍🇺🇸
Sweet to see that Arizona DMV will work with you..😊
You have the best music of the Utah UA-camrs!
Thanks for taking your time 👍😀
I found your channel from watching fab rats and now I can’t stop watching everything!!
They should make these like the old Ford Pinto's, drive at your own risk so we can license and insure them and use them on all roads in the US.
Good job bud.
I think you should call it the skateboard. Little Old Lady from Pasadena wouldn't drive it.
Too slow. It holds but for its eyes.🤙🏾🤟🏽🤘🏾👍🏽👌🏽💪🏽✌🏽🏄♂️🏄♀️🙋🏽♂️😊😎👏🏽👏🏽
What a bloody screamer Merlin great fun to be had in that cheers for now mate
I think it needs a 4BT Cummins! You did a great job with what you had!
Those little trucks have gotten popular. They been importing a lot of them from Japan. They called a K truck. Cause of the size. They have 4WD. And turbos on some. Very cool video
I need you to come to Kingston and help me with my little truck like that one. You are awesome and fun to watch.
😳 merlins magic. 100 kph more 😂😂😂😂😂👍👍👍✌️
If knowledge is power, you are one POWERFUL man Merlin. It's impressive how you know so much and can fabricate anything to overcome the challenge. Thanks for taking us along on the ride.
Awesome job Merlin, love your determination, dedication and ability to get things done.
I'd drive that to work! Cool little thing!
You're the Man Merlin, you can fix about anything, that method of "Fixing" the gear box to get the other 2 gears, was something in itself. The Registration seemed Easy there, Not like here in Australia, it can be a nightmare trying to get Official VIN numbers, etc, and here you can't even put anything on the Engine that is NOT Originally manufactured for it, not even a better Carburettor. Your front tyres stuck out past the body panels, that is illegal here, ( the Cops would chase you, and Defect your car for that) you can put bolt on flares to make it OK, but with those doors that would be hard.
When you said if we blow this engine up do a cummins swap I never wanted an engine to blow up more not gonna lie 😅
I love your little Pickup Man
Cummins Swap the WORLD!! Do itttttttt
Glad you are back at end to end projects!
I learn something every time you drop a video Merlin thank you 👍
Great job on rebuilding the Cushman Merlin. Turbo charger is next! 🤙😎
Hey Merlin,
Nice work on that little rice burner.
I live in Tokyo with my dad in the late 70's. Two of my friends bought used mini trucks. 1 a pick up and the other a van. The both were crying that they only had 3 speeds. Turns out that a Tokyo City ordnance limited top speed on delivery vehicles to roughly 30-35 mph.
But the out lying provinces being mostly agricultural had no such restrictions. One of my friends drove out to the countryside and scored a working 5 speed from a farmers supply.
Brother Merlin,how blessed is thy hands, heavenly talents wich over flowith !and such a nice person,and pretty funny,we love you brother Merlin, brother skinner and family.
You are a miracle inventor and engineer
Late '70's we had a Suzuki Carry as a workshop parts truck, guy up the road also had one, lots of fun until he repowered his with a worked Toyota engine, auto and diff, then we couldn't catch him. It went like a scalded cat and burn-outs like you wouldn't believe. Thanks for sharing.
It's a little like the ol 65 ford Econoline pickup.
Needs a V8, cam, headers etc etc..jacked up with
FAAT tires n back.
4 second 1/4 mile let's Go!
You’re a mad scientist mechanic 🤘🤘 legendary ✌🏼
I love seeing the American 🇺🇸 Merlin.
A creative man with a great imagination can accomplish anything. That wood be Merlin. Great job, again!
That came out awesome,there's a lot of this kind of content,but Merlin's the best,our favorite,my 11 yr old and I watch,and the inspiration and confidence in him is truly the best, he's already getting a what would Merlin do approach,😊
🏁🔧🙏you all keep up the good work🙌
@@MerlinsOldSchoolGarage Hello. do you use Telegram, if not, someone is probably trying to trick others. someone using your name in the comments
I drove the Honda Acti version of this vehicle, working on heavy tractor tyre fitting, use to imagine it rolling onto it's nose while driving down the local 1in 5 decent.
The mad genius at work again 😂
Merlin, you really know your s***.. I learn something every time. Keep making content👍
I certainly appreciate you taking the Time to Share a Glimpse into your Shop, you are a Talented Fella that’s for Sure. You keep Putting out the Video’s and I’m going to Keep watching them, I ain’t Kiddin’. Keep it Safe Out There Folk’s
Thats the time I saw a motor and trans removed with a transmission jack 😂 I know it's only a baby motor and all but definitely got my attention you the man
I think you got yourself a pretty nice little buggy!! Great for those short trips to the store or the lake!! You got it sounding really good and those two extra gears made a world of difference!!! NICE JOB!!!
I love what u do. I love that u take junk and put the love back into it. Like kids in the sand box. U play with the toys the cool kids discarded.. I won't tell anyone ur the cool kid in the sand box! And the fact that u can do what u love from home is a dream come true! Welp back to work! Thanks merlin!. Ur shop is dream land!
Is it hot yet? Snow is finally melting out. Maybe I can go bust open some trails. Oh wait never mind.. I gotta get back to work. Thank you for being true to the game.
Desiree dripped some sarcasm on the seats at 32:25. I hope that spot comes out!
My son asked if we could take our kei truck out for a ride then saw this video so I am now tuning it up so we can go for an adventure.
Very entertaining subject
That Thing Is WAY COOL
👍👍👍😃🤪
$300 for a set of bearings, and $300 for rings, (SMH), they sure don't want too sell their junk very bad huh?, that would've been a 10 video project for most other channels, lol, I really like this get-r-done way you have, you-da-man Merlin,😁👍, awesome video, and thanks for sharing.
Awesome little truck. Put a couple seats in the back and have a family hauler.
Not even trying to talk trash. But I caught myself holding my breath during the break in.
Saw a UA-cam channel in Australia put a tiny turbo on that exact truck and it ran great
Merlin you can get anything done, you are the man!
Sasquatch check fit-complete.
I'm not capping but this old-school garage and the old lightbulb on the extension cord is great. I still use mine. 😉 good job
Merlin your attention to detail is amazing! You make me think I can work on cars! Also I was your biggest fan going into the wrecker games from getting an invite to kicking everyone ass because I knew you could do it! You are the best! If you ever in Vegas hit me up! I would love to buy you and the Misses a round of beers or six!🤷🏽♂️😂
Merlin, you truly are a Wizard!
Yes, Cummins with big turbo behind cab, paddle tires on rear and take to sand drags, be a hit for sure
You are a better man than I Gunga Din. I've done some of my best work when I took the attitude what's the worse thing that could happen. Hell it'll hold lots of groceries and still have room for a Cummins. Not sure it would climb a hill with 1 in the bed but there's room. lol 👍👍
Grocery getter, and good music
40:11 hahaha yesss! He was a hell of a sport for jumpin in there!! 🤘 Haha that's awesome!
Driving that grocery getter at 87.5 MPH (140 KPH) sounds exciting!
I had a Mazda Bongo van as my first car 987cc , maximum speed 80 kmh (50 mph) 4 gears only , wish I had a 5th , your truck is pure luxury
To much fun!
Very COOL! Eddie
Props for being probably the only youtuber with an old school drop light and not using those Bauer led lights
Thursday night I saw one of these go for $600 because a key was missing on the government auctions.
Thanks for your vid 😇💟💟💟 Love and bless you guys. Nice little car.
A touch of Merlin's magic, and before you know it... surprise!
Rightly named channel. Ya can’t get more OLD SCHOOL than a corded Trouble Light 💡. Come on Sponsors, Olight or Somebody. Get this man an LED headlight and flashlight deal. Fer Pete’s Sake, he won the Wrecker Games!!!!!
That's one SIC ride Merlin, you are unique.
When i was stationed at Iwakuni Japan, I bought a 1977 Daihatsu Hi-Jet 55 van with a blown up engine for $250. Found an engine for $50, and drove that thing everywhere over there! Had a lot of fun in that little go-cart van! Definitely brings back some fond memories!
What a great min truck. Maybe a great parts runner too !!! Really looks much better with the new wheels on..
Hey Merlin I just love hanging out with you guys you amaze me thanks for making videos ❤️💪🏻👍✌️
Your little truck has just over 8000 miles.
What a fun ride for the summer.
Oh, what you have summer all year long down and over their.
So long for now
a friend from Ohio.