Mechanically engineered clutch bracket 🤯 (Bad Chad bonus episode)

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  • Опубліковано 9 лип 2024
  • Nathan has fabricated a bracket from scratch so that the clutch assembly will work. This is mechanical engineering at its finest 👌
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  • @user-di7in2zx1c
    @user-di7in2zx1c 18 днів тому +23

    Nate is a mechanical genius , who has the ability and skills to design and build a workable clutch assembly for the old 1933 Plymouth Coupe. Well Done Nate !!!

    • @douglascaskey7302
      @douglascaskey7302 17 днів тому +1

      But he's not a "mechanical engineer"... and fabricating a bracket does not make him one.

  • @gregmalott7160
    @gregmalott7160 18 днів тому +21

    Engine flex is why the original stud had a ball on it so it could pivot and not bend

    • @davidriccitiello6421
      @davidriccitiello6421 18 днів тому +2

      Greg, you are right. Some people just don't read to why the z bar has a ball on the ends

    • @user-js5ci6bu4k
      @user-js5ci6bu4k 17 днів тому

      There hooked to motor it will move-with motor

    • @user-js5ci6bu4k
      @user-js5ci6bu4k 17 днів тому

      Oops I did not see that last bracket it must go or made to flex.

    • @donaldhalls2189
      @donaldhalls2189 17 днів тому

      I had a Valiant Charger, clutch set up the same ,when the engine moved to much like Reverse to 1st while still rolling, 😂 and it had a longer slide than that one ,all the best to you all

  • @terricarmel-rj4qv
    @terricarmel-rj4qv 18 днів тому +8

    The engine and transmission are rubber mounted but the clutch assembly is solid...not going to work very well.

  • @petermoore2574
    @petermoore2574 18 днів тому +14

    Strengthen the main bracket which connects to the bellhousing, Cut off the side bracket that goes to the frame or there is disaster ahead when torque is applied.

    • @metaphor4539
      @metaphor4539 18 днів тому +3

      Yes the engine rotates on the motor mounts under heavy load and the extra bolt to the frame will get stressed heavily. Something will break!!! Find another way to stabilize the bracket so you can remove that connection to the frame!

    • @SteveOverman-ou3my
      @SteveOverman-ou3my 18 днів тому +1

      ​@stephenk79-rc1il with a coat hanger too 😂

    • @petermoore2574
      @petermoore2574 18 днів тому

      @@stephenk79-rc1il The problem will be obvious from the get go with bad vibrations. But what will break? Who knows. It will be the 'weakest link in the chain'.

    • @douglascaskey7302
      @douglascaskey7302 17 днів тому +1

      Right... because Nate is NOT a "mechanical engineer.".. and it's joke claiming "mechanical engineering at its finest".

    • @rory1959machinehead
      @rory1959machinehead 17 днів тому +2

      @@metaphor4539 it rotates maybe 1/4 inch that bracket and linkage will be fine..

  • @danielplummer6385
    @danielplummer6385 18 днів тому +8

    Hey Team Hiltz, Nate is quite the mechanical engineer when it comes to building the cars!

  • @thegrahamplace
    @thegrahamplace 18 днів тому +16

    Just a question., With the engine mounts installed with the normal stock rubber shock style mounts, it would be normal for the engine to torque or twist slightly when accelerating. The new clutch bracket creates a "hard" point tied to the square tubing that will have to absorb that torque. In racing applications, a much stronger system is used to prevent such a twist. Is the square tubing strong enough or appropriate to absorb the torque/twist without cracking or bending with time?

    • @Gas_n_Gears
      @Gas_n_Gears 18 днів тому

      Now just put a bellcrank throttle linkage on it and put the track safety crew to work.

  • @user-um8bp5oc7u
    @user-um8bp5oc7u 17 днів тому +2

    Nate is a magician when it comes to getting things to work

  • @yogiss18
    @yogiss18 18 днів тому +7

    What is going to happen to the bracket when the engine goes under load ? Won't the engine want to twist and the clutch bracket is bolted solid , not rubber mounted. I think something is going to break.

    • @douglascaskey7302
      @douglascaskey7302 17 днів тому +3

      Probably...but it's "mechanical engineering at its finest". 😅

  • @davidgerstung5144
    @davidgerstung5144 18 днів тому +6

    Looking at this design and only concern is that unless the engine is solid mounted it will tear the bracket off the frame to engine.

  • @scottywalker701
    @scottywalker701 17 днів тому +1

    Nates ability to see and work in 3D is a great asset to Chad.

  • @tedpetsinis5183
    @tedpetsinis5183 18 днів тому +5

    Waaaaay to go Nate!!!!!!!!! Making things work perfectly. Jolene will brake speed records at Pine Tree!!!!

    • @douglascaskey7302
      @douglascaskey7302 17 днів тому +1

      Right... until under load and SNAP. "mechanical engineering at its finest"... NOT.

  • @Aaronlewis8846
    @Aaronlewis8846 18 днів тому +6

    Nate is the wizard. He puts his mind to it with what they have and going for it. Thats awesome. Great job Nate.

  • @thomhall2314
    @thomhall2314 18 днів тому +2

    Amazing!! Nate without any drawings “eyeballed” & made this part….Well Done, Nate.

  • @markjones6181
    @markjones6181 17 днів тому +1

    Love ( ❤ ) the bonus episodes Jolene thanks for sharing......🔥🔥🔥❤️👍🏽💯......Nate = Mechanical Engineering Wizard......🤔

  • @robertthomas5590
    @robertthomas5590 18 днів тому +5

    Nate is a true asset. 😊

  • @rickdaystar477
    @rickdaystar477 18 днів тому +2

    This fabrication is a great example of the spirit of hot rod custom assembly. Engineering what you need. 👍

  • @douglascaskey7302
    @douglascaskey7302 17 днів тому +3

    >This is mechanical engineering at its finest
    Right. Maybe it would help if you knew what mechanical engineering actually is... and it's not just fabricating some metal bracket.
    "Mechanical engineering is the study of physical machines that may involve force and movement. It is an engineering branch that combines engineering physics and mathematics principles with materials science, to design, analyze, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems."

  • @janmorse8777
    @janmorse8777 18 днів тому +6

    Good one Nate 👍 Go for it Team Hiltz 👁 🐅 👌

  • @lloydhoward1400
    @lloydhoward1400 18 днів тому +7

    VERY COOL!!!! THANKS FOR SHOWING US HOW IT'S DONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LLOYD.

  • @wesleysodemann9115
    @wesleysodemann9115 18 днів тому +15

    Hey guys ..you can’t do that. You just bolted the engine to the frame..the engine and trans have rubber mounts for flex..what are you doing!!

    • @rory1959machinehead
      @rory1959machinehead 17 днів тому +1

      Oh but they can and did it will be fine I did the same, the engine has like 1/4 inch movement.. it will be fine

    • @Roddyontheblock
      @Roddyontheblock 17 днів тому

      ⁠1/4 inch is too much , it will break and make a noisy vibrating body .

    • @nellanono2
      @nellanono2 17 днів тому

      They didn't actually bolt it to the frame. They bolted it to the body. If they are putting rubber body mounts on it it will move as well.

    • @midnight4540
      @midnight4540 16 днів тому +1

      You have a great point but then again this is not their first rodeo , I think they will catch this soon enough, it still building stages, they have to start somewhere. Take care, it is a good point, I have to keep an eye on this.

    • @wesleysodemann9115
      @wesleysodemann9115 13 днів тому

      I stand by my comment..you have a solid link between the engine and body/frame this will cause noise, vibration, metal fatigue, stress, fracture, failure..also the straight shaft pivot not a good idea, any flex from engine movement or clutch pedal force will cause the system to bind..that is why the stock system utilized a ball pivot..solution: design a clutch lever that bolts directly to the trans fork shaft.. similar to Ford part number 18-7511..pictures sent to Chad.. enough said on this subject..

  • @barrydoupe3987
    @barrydoupe3987 17 днів тому +2

    Nate the only issue that I see with the Clutch assembly is the tie to the firewall frame as the engine will move with normal acceleration and end up cracking the firewall.

  • @henryallisonsr8318
    @henryallisonsr8318 18 днів тому +2

    Just want to say hi to everyoneand hope you all had a nice day,Nathan you are the man.God bless and have a blessed evening

  • @davidwood7164
    @davidwood7164 18 днів тому +1

    that bracket bolted to the frame is also going to send engine vibrations right through the vehicle

  • @kevindickey9349
    @kevindickey9349 17 днів тому

    Nate is the star of the show! He is what brings the dreams to reality! Nice work !

  • @1944chevytruck
    @1944chevytruck 18 днів тому +2

    LOOKING GOOD WIZARD!

  • @PlowKing-rl7hm
    @PlowKing-rl7hm 18 днів тому +11

    What about the flex of the engine

  • @alcyon1
    @alcyon1 18 днів тому +1

    When the engine is running, the vibrations are now going to the frame. There should be a flexible connection.

  • @daddysails8926
    @daddysails8926 18 днів тому +1

    did the same thing to an old jeep worked great, nice work Nate and great video Jolene

  • @user-ux6tp4ut9k
    @user-ux6tp4ut9k 17 днів тому +1

    Hats off to you Nate!!!!!!

  • @howardmarshall5713
    @howardmarshall5713 18 днів тому +3

    Talent by the truck load. and addictive to watch.💯

  • @rory1959machinehead
    @rory1959machinehead 17 днів тому

    Clutch linkage is perfect will work like dream great work NATE and Jolene recording it.

  • @robstinson3481
    @robstinson3481 18 днів тому +4

    You do a very good job showing everything way to go love it

  • @richardbaker1603
    @richardbaker1603 17 днів тому +1

    Install a simple hydraulic clutch slave and master cylinder assembly and the job is done. Did that on my 1930 Bentley Blower Special.

  • @danobrien3109
    @danobrien3109 17 днів тому

    Great idea Nate, you’ll figure out your way around the torque problem as you move along. Would definitely want you on any build I was doing. Your thought process is what makes a great hot rod builder. 👍👍🇨🇦

  • @user-eo1ug2xb5c
    @user-eo1ug2xb5c 18 днів тому +1

    Don't forget that engine will twist when you load it up possible. Bend that bracket

  • @user-di7in2zx1c
    @user-di7in2zx1c 18 днів тому +3

    When Chad and Jolene head to the races at Pine Tree , Super Nate should go along as Chief Mechanic for the Team Hiltz Race Team , to the old 1934 Plymouth Race Car running well on the race track. Jolene is going break the track speed record. With some pre-race shakedowns and practice.

  • @laurensmith1828
    @laurensmith1828 17 днів тому +1

    Nate is the man !

  • @cathyandgreg4239
    @cathyandgreg4239 17 днів тому

    Nate you are an engineering mastermind! Just wow.

  • @brianmoles824
    @brianmoles824 17 днів тому +1

    Engine is rubber mounted,but the clutch bracket is mounted to the chassis/floor.What happens when the engine moves.

  • @roypowell3450
    @roypowell3450 18 днів тому +2

    Super stuff Nate! Well explained...👍

  • @darylmorgan9887
    @darylmorgan9887 18 днів тому

    Worth your weight in gold Nate. What a great addition you and Doug are to the Hiltz team. Cheers from Australia

  • @jodycopeland1
    @jodycopeland1 18 днів тому +1

    Nate is a natural mechanical engineer

    • @douglascaskey7302
      @douglascaskey7302 17 днів тому +2

      No he's not. I doubt he could calculate the loads involved... which is what a mechanical engineer does. ;)

    • @jodycopeland1
      @jodycopeland1 17 днів тому +1

      Hahahahah no kidding

  • @GregoryBamber
    @GregoryBamber 18 днів тому +2

    Nate is good. I think similarly and find ways to make things work.

  • @midnight4540
    @midnight4540 16 днів тому

    Great stuff, love these videos. There is a reason why you call him the wizard haha. But he is very mechanically inclined, he is a keeper hahah. Thanks and take care

  • @MrMonaro1111
    @MrMonaro1111 17 днів тому +1

    Awesome thinking but may have a problem when the engine flexes as it’s solidly attached to the floor

  • @danielquintana7499
    @danielquintana7499 18 днів тому

    Niiiice. Team work at its finest.

  • @daledean6860
    @daledean6860 17 днів тому +1

    Nice job, Nate

  • @ashleydubbeld9236
    @ashleydubbeld9236 18 днів тому +8

    Nathan is a Genius the way he can make parts from scratch and make it look like it was a factory manufactured part 👍 every time he makes something it blows my mind mechanical wizard👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

    • @kbschulze
      @kbschulze 17 днів тому +1

      Genius don’t bolt the trans, engine bracket to the frame. The engine and trans have rubber mounts for movement. His bracket is a direct conflict with them, it will quickly fail.

  • @norbertocaimol3066
    @norbertocaimol3066 18 днів тому +2

    Good morning miss jolene, will you please ask nathan and chad why the clutch bracket is attached at the square tube? Correct me if i'm wrong the square tube is part of the flooring and pix or welded at the chasi, while the engine have engine support, i think the clucht bracket will tear because of the vibration of the engine , obet from phillippines✌️👍🙏

  • @markplant2184
    @markplant2184 18 днів тому +1

    Awesome, Thanks

  • @user-to4nq9ts6v
    @user-to4nq9ts6v 16 днів тому

    I like the clutch set-up. Gonna be a beautiful car.

  • @kevinhamling1963
    @kevinhamling1963 18 днів тому +1

    Awesome work Nathan.
    ✌️ Peace

  • @user-vz5gq9lw1v
    @user-vz5gq9lw1v 16 днів тому

    That bracket for the clutch being fixed to the firewall and engine may cause vibration but don't mistake me I love your work

  • @johnboywaltonbeard4699
    @johnboywaltonbeard4699 17 днів тому +1

    Nathan…It looks like you have Rubber Engine mounts. Now you have added a Mechanical connection between the Engine and the Frame. Not only will this be a problem when the engine tries to flex, but it will transmit engine vibration. This is why the clutch shaft is between the Engine and the Frame. Not only as the clutch pivot but also as the flexible connection between the engine and the Frame.

    • @rory1959machinehead
      @rory1959machinehead 17 днів тому +1

      you know this is a race car for Jolene right? and engine "flex" ? it has like under 250 ft lbs of torque and will not rotate on its engine mounts more than 1/4 inch it will be just fine.

  • @Alwhite1929
    @Alwhite1929 18 днів тому +3

    Does this have solid motor mounts? If not it does now.

  • @SweetSwineOMine
    @SweetSwineOMine 18 днів тому

    Nate is the mechanical brain of this...operation? Yeah.

  • @kabeer1478
    @kabeer1478 18 днів тому

    WOW!!
    This one is awesome by Nate❤❤
    Awesomely engineered ❤

  • @wesleysodemann9115
    @wesleysodemann9115 13 днів тому

    I stand by my comment..you have a solid link between the engine and body/frame this will cause noise, vibration, metal fatigue, stress, fracture, failure..also the straight shaft pivot not a good idea, any flex from engine movement or clutch pedal force will cause the system to bind..that is why the stock system utilized a ball pivot..solution: design a clutch lever that bolts directly to the trans fork shaft.. similar to Ford part number 18-7511..pictures sent to Chad.. enough said on this subject..

  • @donlandenberg8126
    @donlandenberg8126 18 днів тому

    Nice job Nate and Chad. Thanks for sharing with us.

  • @kevinhall2266
    @kevinhall2266 18 днів тому

    Enjoying your videos. A lot packed into a small package. Nice work Nate and a real cost savings for the project.

  • @user-mo8dd7ff4o
    @user-mo8dd7ff4o 14 днів тому

    Y'all Aussies are a trip.

  • @carysteinbacher9796
    @carysteinbacher9796 18 днів тому +1

    That coach bracket is great!

  • @bobbypemberton6257
    @bobbypemberton6257 18 днів тому +4

    Not alot of room for 3 petals

  • @darrellkelly7614
    @darrellkelly7614 18 днів тому +1

    I'm telling ya that Nate is amazing..
    Oregon approves 100%

  • @raystackon5113
    @raystackon5113 18 днів тому +2

    0l' Nate is quite capable of making anything work when you give him a few minutes, I'm quite impressed with his talent 👌

  • @user-ih9pk6zp4b
    @user-ih9pk6zp4b 18 днів тому +3

    CHAD SHOULD GET A RABBIT TATTOOED ON HIS HEAD..
    SO FROM A DISTANCE IT LOOKS LIKE A HARE...
    😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @charlielemmons5525
    @charlielemmons5525 18 днів тому

    Nate has a way of figuring out how to make things work.

  • @JamesDavis-xy3uo
    @JamesDavis-xy3uo 18 днів тому

    Nate is a Baaaad man, he would be an asset to any custom car shop.

  • @lynkennedy1875
    @lynkennedy1875 18 днів тому

    Well done Nate!

  • @WilliamGuess-ns6th
    @WilliamGuess-ns6th 18 днів тому +2

    Is the engine mounted rigid? If it has any movement, it will break that bolt off!

  • @glennhuggins1450
    @glennhuggins1450 18 днів тому +1

    Nate is phenomenal

  • @joeblast81
    @joeblast81 18 днів тому +1

    Nice 👍

  • @SilverBack.
    @SilverBack. 17 днів тому

    Nate the Wizard

  • @johngerrard8912
    @johngerrard8912 18 днів тому +1

    Great bit of engineering. The question I have, is the engine now solidly attached to the floor pan where any engine movement that is dampened by the moujts will flex the floor pan till it breaks. Just asking so a damper can be included in the clutch attachment,

  • @jparish2469
    @jparish2469 18 днів тому +1

    love it as always thank you

  • @MrDaveNorton
    @MrDaveNorton 18 днів тому

    Jolene, a project update video would be good. What’s needed for the various projects to proceed. The Bugatti update would be a popular video!

  • @mode1charlie170
    @mode1charlie170 18 днів тому

    Now take the bracket to a machine shop so they can mill one out of billet aluminum.

  • @flmulcahy
    @flmulcahy 17 днів тому +2

    That is fastened to the frame. Torque flex will interfere with it, am I right?

  • @guydevinney1099
    @guydevinney1099 18 днів тому

    The backet supported by three points, Well done! That's why they call it Fabrication!

  • @AnthonyMigliaccioSr-fk3go
    @AnthonyMigliaccioSr-fk3go 18 днів тому

    CHAD YOU need to keep Nate around between you and him y'all can build anything

  • @user-mo8dd7ff4o
    @user-mo8dd7ff4o 14 днів тому

    Nate they blowing your bag pipes today.

  • @larrylilly2552
    @larrylilly2552 17 днів тому

    Good engineering 👍

  • @chriswithrow9945
    @chriswithrow9945 18 днів тому

    The “Wizard” strikes again!! 🧙‍♂️🧙‍♂️🧙‍♂️🪄

  • @user-qs2bt7fl7g
    @user-qs2bt7fl7g 18 днів тому

    Nathan is a great engineer to have around 😊

  • @dayslife
    @dayslife 18 днів тому +1

    nice design Nate, , but don't know about that bolt on to the body structure with engine torque movement ?

  • @howardmarshall5713
    @howardmarshall5713 18 днів тому +4

    Truly a wizard Nate. What a team you got Jolene. ✌👍

  • @OFF-GRID-DESERT-FARMING
    @OFF-GRID-DESERT-FARMING 18 днів тому +4

    GREAT JOB !! Nate is sure a wizard when it comes to figuring our things...

    • @kbschulze
      @kbschulze 17 днів тому +2

      Wizards don’t bolt the trans, engine bracket to the frame. The engine and trans have rubber mounts for movement. His bracket is a direct conflict with quickly fail.

  • @user-ss2ef4rt5u
    @user-ss2ef4rt5u 18 днів тому +1

    Dear Nate, what about when the engine viberate in the rubber mounts?

  • @rharrington828
    @rharrington828 18 днів тому +1

    Don't worry folks....if something twist or brakes when they are finished they will know how to fix it...😊😊

  • @gmc.joesousa4360
    @gmc.joesousa4360 17 днів тому

    Good Work

  • @brentbrown8393
    @brentbrown8393 18 днів тому

    Nathan should have become a mechanical engineer.

  • @tomenglish1104
    @tomenglish1104 18 днів тому +2

    Why would you fasten the engine and transmission to the floor, you are going to feel a lot of vibration.

    • @tomenglish1104
      @tomenglish1104 18 днів тому +2

      remove that piece that attaches to the floor and attach it to the engine or bellhousing

  • @gastonrobichaud1282
    @gastonrobichaud1282 18 днів тому +1

    Braquet need to go on transmission not on the floor Good job nate

  • @fastback1245
    @fastback1245 15 днів тому

    I have a suggestion for a bad Chad please see that he gets this I have swap some bodies before on different projects I've had I find the easiest way to get the body on is to buy four lolly columns that are adjustable get four truck used drums well the post to the drums then get four bumper jacks and where the post separate weld the bumper jack so it lifts the post top section then you can use 4x4s through the windows to jack the body up and then you roll the chassis underneath this is great cuz you can lower and lift up the body without any struggle and trim excess metal away at your leisure The amount of body swaps and stuff like that you guys do you should have these you can make them out of basically scrap check it out Jolene see if he likes that idea

  • @GOPETSCOOTER
    @GOPETSCOOTER 18 днів тому

    Nate is awesome

  • @paulvanpoperingen9501
    @paulvanpoperingen9501 17 днів тому

    He Chad awesome work everything you do,buy Nate a work bench,lathe and a milling machine.

  • @DumbCarGuy
    @DumbCarGuy 18 днів тому +1

    These 3 projects are just about done now. I wonder whats next?

  • @brucecoleman6014
    @brucecoleman6014 18 днів тому +1

    Engineer for sure

  • @johnpaulson9700
    @johnpaulson9700 17 днів тому

    The Wizard In The house

  • @rooster5726
    @rooster5726 18 днів тому +5

    🐓in the🏠 ... MAKE THAT COMMENT & HIT THAT 👍LIKE BUTTON HELP THE CHANNEL GROW