Milton's Crane Bed (Pt 1)
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
- Well, as the title says, This is the reconstruction of my friends skirted flatbed into a bed that has the structural support to handle a 6,000lb capacity crane.
Kick back and pop some popcorn. This is a Doozie. If youre in the colder climates, pull out the blanket and warm up with your favorite drink, coffee, hot chocolate, etc.
Thanks for the support and enjoy.
Some very interesting comments guys, great insight and advice. Although it would’ve been easier to make a bed from scratch, it definitely wasn’t faster. Something about a CM skirted bed that I just love how it looks, so I decided to keep the skin and re-build the rest. I was in a severe time crunch, and I didn’t have anything planned on this build, I relied strictly on Issacs last minute expertise because I’m such a awful planner and organizer haha Time is money, and if you guys ran the numbers with me along with knowing what my job schedule was looking like back home, you’d understand why I did it this way. Plus, I learned A LOT, so know I have some great experience with little money (Time) invested, so now I perfect the next bed. Not too sure how I was gonna like this set up that I had planned in my mind, so when the time comes to build the next, I know what to do, what to expect, and I didn’t spend too much on the first test run. Y’all stay tuned for the next videos to be uploaded, lots of other questions y’all have been asking will be answered!
Been there done that! Always faster to start with a good foundation and modify. Both my trucks started life as something else and ended up being modified to suit my needs. Always done in a time crunch because customers don't wait for anyone! Good luck man hope it all comes together well and suits your needs!
What are you lifting? Why such a heavy crain?
Could be availability at this point! It is hard to find what you need. Sometime it is just nice to have that extra lifting capacity and reach.
Looks awesome fellas. Cant wait to see the next video for it to be all done and test out your new crane out.
@@georgenahodil23 Maybe for the longer reach.
I have the same jack's you're using for outriggers. Put them on the back of my car hauler as stabilizers. What I did was cut the crank handles off and welded on a 13/16 bolt head (same size as my lug nuts). Now I can use an ugga dugga gun on them AND the handles aren't sticking out.
I also welded a deep socket to the cutoff handle so I still have that option plus an emergency lug wrench in the toolbox ;)
yup yup. same thought here. 👍👍😁
I didn’t realize you guys made a crane bed ?!😮….”they didn’t, WE DID” words of a true craftsman . Beautiful work !
I love all the comments saying about what they "should" have done rather than just enjoy what they did. Could they have sold the bed and started over? Yeah sure but they didn't and that's that. These are the things you learn by doing these kinds of projects.
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So many have a different way of doing something when they aren’t doing it.
As for selling and building a all new deck, Isaac addressed that, they simply did not have time for all involved in that. Issacs friend said he is extremely booked when he gets this build done and back home. It is much faster and easier to work with and modify what he has, and so far it is looking really good. The actual structural part that will attach to the truck and carry the crane is all new anyway, the rest is just the skin over the muscle and bones.
Nothing is impossible if you got a welder and torch was hammered into me as a young guy and sitting here watinching a master fabricactor turn a lump of coal into a diamond. Awesome build project.
Your craftsman skill speak to your experience level, very impressive!
Nice one. You guys have some great trucks in the US. And the laws allow you a lot more flexibility. If you were trying to build that here in Australia some engineer would have to be involved. Then it would have to be certified and plated for the road. Plus the operator would need a license to operate the crane. And as a result the person building it would need a printing press to pay for it. Should be an amazing build when it is finished. And that crane will make a big difference.
Some of my best engineering decisions I've ever made have been in the heat of the moment. Great job guys.
Whoa! ‘57 Chevy in the background…. We need a video on that too, plz!👍
Hardworking American men. Mad respect to Isaac and Milton you guys motivate me
One heck of an facinating build.
For almost 3 years in the mid 70's I was a certified Ironworker welder repairing small parts tubs and 20 to 40 foot racks for hoods, axle assemblies and other large sections of Buicks and Chevys fork truck drivers had mangled.
Mig and stick welding, torch cutting and a whole lot of hydrolic jacking with large walking jigs.
Wehad a 8 unit quota. Above the a 4 dollar bonus ea.
That's why I subed to this channel.
Iwas making mow bonus money than my hourly pay.
February 76 I went off to Coast Guard boot camp and became a Aviation Machinist Mate 3d class.
How does this guy only have 100k subscribers? Anyone with a wrench or a welder could learn something from these videos.
Issac’s channel is growing fast. His humble demeanor and talent make his channel enjoyable to watch. This guy can fix anything. Look at the excavator boom that gets dropped off towards the end. Most of us cringe and wouldn’t know where to begin. Issac just laughs at it.
@@scottl485 Isaac's favorite saying "it is what it is". His videos never disappoint.
@@DonDegidio his other favorite saying, “it’s only metal”.
Issac is absolutely amazing. If haven’t seen his oxy-acetylene torch work yet, you need to. His freehand torch work is unbelievable.
@@marklester7034facts. Check out the vid where he cut out a name for a present his son gave. Like butter.
Issac, you are the undisputed Cat 320 stick specialist 😂.
1 thing for sure, it's solid job security
The word that comes to mind on this is resourcefulness.
The ability to look at something and modify it with limited materials and reducing the overall cost.
This skill is not taught at school
That's no step for a stepper. I'm stealing that one.
Pretty sure Isaac could weld two pieces of mahogany together with 7018… Always a pleasure to watch his videos - I learn so much from this man. His patience and guidance when he is teaching his son is incredible. Outstanding tradesman.
I actually use 7024's for mahogany! 😁😁😄😄😄😄
Very cool project Issac, thanks for sharing and helping your friend . Looking forward to part 2 for sure. Take care and keep up the great work.
I love these videos!
Here in Germany, such work is completely forbidden or you have studied static and vehicle construction. Without welding certification, such work may not be performed here. In addition, all welds would have to be tested.
The approved weight would have to be changed here in the vehicle documents. Here in Germany, such a project would take at least a year, if not longer. Then the guidelines change again and the work was in vain, because it is not allowed. Be glad that you can work so freely.
I am already looking forward to part 2.
Great work!
That is the difference between socialism and capitalism!
Move over here!
You sound like you know what is what!
We need your skills here man!!
IN Canada 2 weeks
"We'll use some silicone to fill those holes or just don't look" LOL Love it!!! Great work Isaac and Milton. That crane is going to really help time wise when doing jobs. People really don't realize how quickly they pay themselves off just by how much more productivity you get each day.
Not to mention it alleviates the physical beating it puts on your body if you don't have one.
@@crackermcwhitey1364 Having just spent three weeks laid up for straining my Carpenter's back, now light duties for a couple of weeks, I can testify to the advantages of using all manner of lifting and shifting devices to save your back and knees. Despite being careful during my working career I have still managed to throw my back out a handful of times during my work career. So keep fit and use team work and mechanical work devices to save your body. You only get one and as you get older it takes longer to repair itself after injury. Avoiding injuries in the first place is the preferred option.
Mark from Melbourne Australia
Isaac I like your dog. He's pretty cool.
Men with your skills are in short supply nowadays.
You will not go hungry boss man.
Thank you for keeping the world going. One weld at a time.
Thanks for the extra effort filming this build for us. Great work and the next job looks interesting holy cow
The reference to “Safety Squints “ is always appreciated. AvE will be proud.
I'm thinking additional "Outrigger Extensions". Just in case. Male "stubs" inboard and female sleeves outboard. Some pins, that drop in from the top, to secure them(also cool for stowing). It's all about lateral support! No rush, since they can be made at anytime in the future. ...or not, if unnecessary. Just an idea.
I enjoy watching fine art being created!
It's about time ICWELD puts out a heavy-duty fabricating video. I was starting to wonder if Isaac was on vacation. Good job ICWELD.☕
Testimony to good understructure is how flat that plate lies on the frame. I still love the sound of the old Hyster, so many memories ! This is going to be a well outfitted crane. I hope Milton gets many specialised jobs because there sure wont be a truck like his around !
Awsome build,
Thanks for sharing
I am enjoying your videos! Thank you!
Austin is a fantastic place to do this kind of work outdoors in the winter. ♥
I'm stuck in the frigid cold. Even the daily highs are below freezing.
And then there's the wind...
Very nice project especially nice to help a friend
Awesome to have young guys on the job
That’s a serious crane.
Very enjoyable thanks Issac I'm really looking forward to watching part 2. Jim Australia.
You should include the addition of some cheap RV levels on the bed of the truck. That way you can see how much deflection you are getting when lifting objects. Plus it will help to keep the weight centered over your center of gravity. However, this is also an area that you can spend a little extra money into and really enjoy the benefits. Such as a wireless leveling system that connect via a smart phone. This will allow you to see how flat your rig is on the current terrain which will make it easier to choose locations that are somewhat level to begin with. I got one for my camper and I believe it was around $145.
That’s a beautiful ‘57, to bad it can’t be covered and protected. Awesome job and videos, keep them coming!
I hope this owner is installing a larger engine and transmission as well as a larger rear end, in order to handle all of this extra weight.
Between what I C Weld is adding and the crane itself, that's a whole lot of added weight!
I sure hope we get to see the end result. I C Weld kinda cut us off there.
But very enjoyable video!
Thanks, I C Weld.
I'm eventually going to build my bed soon as well. It's a mechanic bed. So the boom will be on the passenger side. I'm glad you're showing this. Great job on the recessed out riggers.
In building those outriggers you could build them like a pole on a log trailer. Weld your shims on the end of the mail piece, slide it in, then weld shims to the female piece, everything slides but not too sloppy and they can't pull out too far.
Issac, you never fail to amaze me. This time you did a very good thing in helping that young man get his truck rigged for the new crane and I offer many Kudos to you for doing so. He seems like a very nice person with a lot of energy and I also noted that he appears to have excellent welding skills as well. I will be waiting for part 2.
Great job both of you!
Isaac always fun to see new stuff. And to have someone in your own field choose to use you for help speaks volumes to your reputation. Also love seeing the shop safety officer (Wyle E) walking around you fellas making sure all is to ISO standards of course. 😂🤣
Issac makes everything "look" so easy -- cut some stuff and weld some, we got a new truck bed. That is amazing. Thank you for another great video.
Great vid. Looking forward to pt2. Then of course that digger arm repair. Shes a mess alright
Good interesting project. Nice to see the professional well planned fabricating we've come to expect from IC Weld. I also enjoyed the appearance of the lovely Wy-Lee Coyote in many scenes. What a pretty pup.
I love that Professional guess work
I see Wily is sporting a new jacket.
Quite dapper. He should get more air time.😀
What a fantastic project Issac! Once you got into it and I could see all the additional steel I started wondering if the truck was strong enough to statically support it all!
It's always a treat seeing you figure it outing doing a great job. Being old, I know how handy it is having someone young and agile for the hard ,cramped places.
Nice to have friends in Weldy places. Thank for posting. Steve
Great content Isaac,all that work plus camera work is what makes your channel great.
I hope Milton appreciates his Pal.
Just checking out this video for the third time. Milton was awesome to let us see his build. Happy Father’s Day Isaac to you and your Dad!
You guys have the gift just remarkable work and skill 🇨🇦❤️
I enjoyed this video, Looking forward to the next one. Cheers from Alberta.
Looking good around there. Fred.
Those big yellow bananas appear to be made of quite bendy material 🙂 Stay safe out there.
11👍's up IC WELD thank you for sharing
Isaac,I must say on this video,you are the best foreman,superintendent,project manager, and mexamerican engineer I have had the opportunity to view and admire his work. I would not changed much, Chuckle, chuckle. Love your projects and your great way of repairing them professionally. I really appreciate your work and knowledge of the trade the work is coming from. Your a gentleman and a scholar.! Sempher fi. 44:39
Oh by the way, your wife agreed with me on you getting those air filter / supply pumps and supplies to keep you busy and alive. Go buy them or hit up suppliers for ad time or space. It’s your life plus your family. Be true.
Your friend Tom.
It is an absolute pleasure to watch three professionals at work.
I love these types of fabrication jobs, thank you for recording your and Milton's work. He appears to be a very skilled welder/fabricator.
Coming across issue that weren't expected, brainstorming a solution and completing that part of the build is always part of the job and it definitely makes it more interesting. At first these projects seem like a monumental task but when you break it down to bite sized pieces it becomes less overwhelming.
Thanks for the content sir. Looking forward to part 2!
Excellent Craftsmanship. Thanks for bringing us along.
Very enjoyable and interesting content, as always. Looks like you guys had a real good time. Thanks for sharing your work Issac. Be well
Just when I thought it couldn't get better with the SA 200 videos featuring the very machine I have and practice on. Then, the guy drops a video on the subject we all dream about: putting a rig together like this one. Hands down, gotta be the best welding channel ever. Awesome job guys! I'm taking notes!
Very interesting project. On to part 2 to see it finished.
One thing is with every job you guys do it allways fun time and i like your intro outro thing 😎✌
That's an awful lot of new steel to be hauling around, but no doubt it should last a lifetime. Isaac is jealous of that 6 ton crane already. Can't wait for part #2.
i think its a 2.5 ton crane
I needed some ideas for reinforcement for my crane. Thanks!😊
Quite a project. At first glance adding the weight of the bed reinforcements and the crane seems like a lot for that truck and those outriggers not including any use of the crane. Interesting to see a capacity lift from various extensions and positions. Probably a test that should be performed before sending this job down the road. Thanks.
Thanks for the excellent camera work as always. There is much to be learned from this video. Looking forward to the next part.
You guys are so good! Always looking forward to IC Welds Education and Entertainment show!
Fantastic!
Go ahead and put the new leaf springs on now.
Nice job. Part 2 next
Coming soon
I've rented a bunch of boom trucks. They always have the boom and outriggers by the cab.
Okay now my weekend is complete, Kurtis, Gregg & Issac so now I can get on with my week. Thank you Sir.
I do appreciate your videos & I’ve not done any welding since 1984
Kurtis in Australia.... Gregg?
@@gregorycross612
On fire welding, I think, Califorina I don’t know where exactly. Some real messes but they straighten up nicely.
You might like. At least it’s worth a try.
@@gregorycross612
On fire welding, I got it right finally.
@@dirtfarmer7472 10-4. Thanks for the recommendation.
Dang that was fun to watch!!! Hurry up😁😁 Can't wait for the other boom fix!
This looks like time well-spent with your son and some friends, with some metal work thrown in 😀
Beautiful work. But dang. having to wait for part 2. LOL
You should make these for some extra side money. I bet a truck bed reinforced like that would bring in some good money. Great job as always Isaac.
“Comida” any man’s weakness 😂
Great video!!!! Thank you
Great work Isaac. Having a crane for the type of work that you and Milton do is essential. I have often thought it would be great to have a small crane for my F350 that tucked into the bed (hidden). So many times it would have been handy. Looking forward to the end product. Thanks very much for sharing.
very nice , looking forward to part 2 and more
That turned out really good. A lot of work. Good thing your helper there is agile because I wouldn't want to be roaming around under that. But no it'll look good when it's done. 👍👍🙂🇨🇦
Im a truck body installer and yeah those skirted cm beds are a pain cause there not much room underneath! We do it pretty much the same way though i will typically use 4 bolt plates instead of 2 and weld the back end as well. I dont mind going a little overkill for extra road safety!
I used to install beds like this as well.
Same thought process as you.
BUT.
The company wasn't about quality or doing things well.
Scab it together and get it out the door.
I don't work there anymore.
Nice job, looking forward to the completion of the project.
Well done fellas! It's good to have friends.
3/16" diamond plate! Not sure that Ford can carry it!:) Ha!:) I think leaving the deck plate clear of the 1" mounting plate will give a better surface for the crane base. Great fun!
Me: "No, don't put the jacket stands there; there's a chance it'll slide back."
Issac: I heard you.
Great project and very well done so far!
I like the idea with the recessed outriggers an the selfmade pockets for them.
For the pockets themselves the old decking material would give plenty of material...
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Really looking forward for part two!
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With how much you cut up that bed wouldn’t it have been better to just sell it and build a custom one from scratch?
yes
Well it is a knowledge he can take to the next similar project. I think a project like this starts out simple and gradually becomes larger and more complex
Great build. Can't wait till part2. Who was the old man?
Still is alot of work regardless of which way you do it.... modifying this bed is a Good option.. and starting from scratch is too.... both have advantages and disadvantages.... this wasn't really that much work to change and upgrade it.... I think this was a Great option...
Thanks for the video Issac very nice work 👍❤️❤️ it well done. Take care of yourself and family and be Blessed ❤️❤️.
Very Nice !!.......Looks great !!! Heavy duty work surface, crane mount etc. Doesn't get any better. Thanks for sharing.
Had me worried about the outriggers. They looked very cheap for a nice rig as this one, but when you showed how they are going to look, it made sense. And adding a nut for adjustment that made it all better, great job and video quality keep them coming.👍👍👍👍
That's looking very nice already! Can't wait to see the end result.
Now that is going to be an awesome truck and crane setup , IC has crane envy , LOL !
Great job Sir. Thank you for the video and the extra time it takes to film these projects! Preciate you
Well said!
I agree 💯 %
great episode, showing it how it's done, from safety squints in the morning and proper fit up til after dark 😆😉😁
thanks, looking forward to the next one 😃👍
Good fabrication project. Looking forward to part 2
awesome video great project cant wait to see end result
Really nice work done on Milton trailer by Milton and Isaac, those guys who initially made the trailer are really going to start getting calls about the trailer with crane assembly. It’s just cruel but very clever in another sense. Keep safe everyone and look forward to seeing your next instalment. Phil from 🇬🇧