Fantastic job JC 🙂👍 That Gradeall is worth its weight in gold. I looked at a truck with a bed almost identical to that one before I bought my brown F700. The one I seen didn't have the dovetail. That is an odd bed 🤔 but it will still get the job done for your friend 🙂👍 take care. I hope you and the misses have a great and safe week ahead ❤
Great work and video . I wish I lived near you and you were a great friend as you have so much stuff I could possibly buy from you to use on my projects . Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming .
Great video JC of a complicated project. I like how you broke down the sequence of work. The removal, measurements, operational thoughts, design mods, and finally proof of concept showing it works well. I imagine the customer will be thrilled with your work, frugal problem solving, and the substantial workmanlike manner you use on all projects resulting in a safe, secure finished product. Well done 100%. Shipper! Work safe, stay happy, and be kind. Doug@ the "ranch"
time will tell how well it works for him. i would have liked to finish it off my way but, it isnt mine and i can only give up so much time. winter is right around the corner and my prep work hasnt even started yet. for me, i am happy to be onto the next build! lots of trucks coming together right now. hopefully they all turn into good videos for everyone to see.
I've never seen a bed like that! It'll work great for what he's doing, can't say I would hall high end cars on it! Kinda scary when it goes over center! Thanks JC you put a lot of quality work in to these trucks!
Nice video. You always have a great tip or two. Really appreciate the time and extra work you put into these for us! I’m sure it’s frustrating but you definitely do a great job at it. Thank you.
Strong work JC , I have built a few of those in my time. But in 40 years of messing with towing and transportation equipment that is the first roll back I have seen with no tilt cylinders in the front.
You're a good man JC. for going the extra mile to help a friend with a limited budget. I know you had most of the parts but fab. time was quite long. I know that it was set aside a couple of times but budget or not you weren't going to give him a substandard piece of crap.
"Will the Evolution cut this hardened pin?" Most guys would milk that out as its own 30 minute video! That bed seems to work pretty well with the mechanical linkage.
That must’ve been an early edition flatbed, I’ve only seen a few that used the slide ram as a all in one function, it works well like that and I’m sure it’ll work well for his needs!! A job well done! Take care Mr and Mrs JC
Only up to 12:30, but we gotta say the editing is perfect. Watching, we are zipping through the progress you made over what must have been hours and hours of work. You show just the right amount of elbow grease. Very cool design too!
the next rollback project is a 21' steel bed going on a kenworth t300. should be interesting. i am building it for myself so there will likely be some extra fab work involved.
Good insight my friend! If we were to see this truck 5 years down the road, it will NOT have been greased, will NOT have bed tie downs, those grade 5 bolts will still be there, it will not have 2 functioning lights on the bed, and any that do work will be wired with wire nuts and re-used Scotch locks.
On those pin bushings where the pin goes side to side, since they have tremendous weight they would like a grease zerk drilled in the middle with a tiny groove cut from the grease outlet all the way around with a dremel cutter. Doesn't have to be very large at all if filled with grease right away.
I'm curious what a roll back bed, complete with pump/ tank/ control valves etc is worth? I have a flatbed/ dump on a C60 and I want to make it a rollback..
thank you for great detail video as great watching detail layout video as joy to understand what is doing as do a great job hope all OK USA with you and your family due to con19 problem
I thought the majority of those trucks had cruise that you could set at idle for pto use, or maybe it was only the couple that I was around that were set like that I don't know. Looks like a good set up for scrap cars...
You can put rollers at the end of bed like Miller Century roll backs and they work great. You can google it to get a general idea. Also keeps from damaging asphalt and concrete driveways and streets.
trailer manufactures use to do the same thing at the rear of their low wedge trailers. it is done and gone now. if he needs to make a change i will pass it along.
Love your videos. Reminds me of my everyday job- thank you for taking the to explain and film! One question what did you mean when you commented that you “dressed the carbide on a grinder” before you used to drill the kingpin out
That truck that you took the rollback off from are rly cool mabe you could do something whit that mabe build it in to a tool truck or a service truck im sure someone need one if you dont need one like a farmer or a trucking company
If you know it's going to get pushed to its' limits then it makes sense to build it tough. Not everyone with a rollback reads and abides by the operating instructions, which is why you see so many bent, battered and beaten rollbacks around. Build it tough and the guy is going to have a harder time breaking it...
As long as he isn’t up against his max gvwr there is no such thing as overkill especially when you are reusing materials anyway. Truck turned out well not sure of the air compressor set up but time will tell
I really like how you built those bed hinges if I was closer I would have you build a set like that for my rollback that’s Better than the company that builds these trucks everyday did to mine
Air still in the hydraulic system WILL cause fittings, seals, pumps and cylinder seals and such to leak. To the point of making you think you're going to have to fix something else. Don't work on anything more than maybe tighten some fittings until you're absolutely sure you have the air out of the system. Sometimes, newly fabricated and dry can be really trying. Operating to their fullest extent several - sometimes several times will drive it out as quick as any. If hydraulic fluid stays aerated after ample time to have gotten out, make sure all the fittings on the suction side of the pump are tight, air can be sucked into a pump and never show fluid leaking.
@@j.c.smithprojects Leaks that have obviously already been there is a different animal, yes, fix them. But everything i said there , I can cover, and If you wish I'll try to put some literature together and get it to you, and be happy to do so. I know you do work with hydraulics as needs arise, but I'll bet it's not a part of mechanics that you could say, you really like to. I was just trying to stress the fact that parts put together from the pile behind the shop or wherever can produce some really strange happenings that can be tracked back to just air in the system, and I do know that's a hard one to swallow, but I've had learn the same way you're being introduced to it along with some books that teach it. Even if you want to duke it out over it, you still makin some great videos!
Nope....just never heard that. there are millions upon millions of people in the world smarter than me.....the day you quit learning is the day they closed the casket.
i have worked on heavy equipment for 15+ years and i had it beat into my head in the begining you NEVER use anything with teflon in it to seal hydraulics not paste or tape you use something like loctite 545. on a different subject i would have put the tank outside the frame so you can get to it if needed and put shut off on the feed hose incase of a leak.
When a customer says 'I will take care of that myself' do you really believe they will, or are capable of doing so? - Specially on critical parts, like spacers on those lifting arms which can lead to catastrophic failures lifting heavy loads. Do they have the tools or the know-how to complete the job?
the worst that can happen if he doesnt put spacers in there is that is dents the boxes. he has the abilities to do what he said he would do. will it happen? cant say for sure.
@@j.c.smithprojects yup , fix , break , repeat , my monkeys could break an anvil with a toothpick , I over kill everything I can , and say a little Prayer !
You have tremendous talent and patience. Thank you for another entertaining video.
I would like to say,I enjoy your videos. I'm not a mechanic or a truck driver. Your videos are interesting!
Good fabrication 👌, man of many talents . Nice job 👍
U did a great job building that rollback on that budget build I loved watching it I like doing things like that myself I'm a gear head
...loved this series of work videos... very informative, and well done, thanks 👍👍👍👍👍
nice job I'm sure the owner will love that truck 👍👍
You attention to detail really makes your project very enjoyable! Thanks for sharing your adventures!
Wow I'm a machinist and I learned something for sure
Fantastic job JC 🙂👍 That Gradeall is worth its weight in gold. I looked at a truck with a bed almost identical to that one before I bought my brown F700. The one I seen didn't have the dovetail. That is an odd bed 🤔 but it will still get the job done for your friend 🙂👍 take care. I hope you and the misses have a great and safe week ahead ❤
You are a good person to help your friend
Even with all the used parts it looks good
Great work and video . I wish I lived near you and you were a great friend as you have so much stuff I could possibly buy from you to use on my projects . Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming .
Great job J.C. Quality work from a quality guy!
I'd like the donor gmc especially with that 8.2 detroit in it. Great job as always jc
Great video JC of a complicated project. I like how you broke down the sequence of work. The removal, measurements, operational thoughts, design mods, and finally proof of concept showing it works well.
I imagine the customer will be thrilled with your work, frugal problem solving, and the substantial workmanlike manner you use on all projects resulting in a safe, secure finished product. Well done 100%. Shipper!
Work safe, stay happy, and be kind.
Doug@ the "ranch"
time will tell how well it works for him. i would have liked to finish it off my way but, it isnt mine and i can only give up so much time. winter is right around the corner and my prep work hasnt even started yet. for me, i am happy to be onto the next build! lots of trucks coming together right now. hopefully they all turn into good videos for everyone to see.
Good job JC and woman on the rollback.
That’s a good example of the difference in a budget work truck build and one you’re building for resale
I've never seen a bed like that! It'll work great for what he's doing, can't say I would hall high end cars on it! Kinda scary when it goes over center! Thanks JC you put a lot of quality work in to these trucks!
an experienced operator would probably slow down once it reaches that point......rookies!
Thanks Again This is a very useful video
Nicely done 👍
Nice video. You always have a great tip or two. Really appreciate the time and extra work you put into these for us! I’m sure it’s frustrating but you definitely do a great job at it. Thank you.
Great job. Well fabricated and sturdy. I sure wouldn't complain if you'd build it for me. Thanks again. Take Care, Be Safe...
truck came out very good for what it is. it should serve your friend well. nice job.
i would have liked to do more to make it completely done but i can only give up so much time. i have a pile of my own to fix.
I wish love closer to Tennessee I have a dump project that I'm having trouble with
Cool video. I like your fabrication. Thanks for sharing
Strong work JC , I have built a few of those in my time. But in 40 years of messing with towing and transportation equipment that is the first roll back I have seen with no tilt cylinders in the front.
You're a good man JC. for going the extra mile to help a friend with a limited budget. I know you had most of the parts but fab. time was quite long. I know that it was set aside a couple of times but budget or not you weren't going to give him a substandard piece of crap.
That Evolution saw is BAD ASS !!!!
Very cool. I enjoy learning from each of your videos. Great job.
Great job I would work the hell out of that rig 👌👌👏👏🤑
"Will the Evolution cut this hardened pin?" Most guys would milk that out as its own 30 minute video! That bed seems to work pretty well with the mechanical linkage.
i think most viewers expect better. it does what he needs and its all that matters.
I can think of a UA-camr that could make this a 20 part series.
Excellent work man looks great 👍 keep the great videos coming 💪💪
That must’ve been an early edition flatbed, I’ve only seen a few that used the slide ram as a all in one function, it works well like that and I’m sure it’ll work well for his needs!! A job well done! Take care Mr and Mrs JC
Nice job !! Thanks for sharing. Stay safe and healthy 🇬🇧
Only up to 12:30, but we gotta say the editing is perfect. Watching, we are zipping through the progress you made over what must have been hours and hours of work. You show just the right amount of elbow grease. Very cool design too!
Looking good JC. Great idea with building a box on top of the tool box.
How about area for broom and shove
Awesome job JC
Wow nice job, great fabrication and build.
I just bought an evolution saw like yours and live it !!! No more breathing dust from abrasive blades
Looks like an awesome project. I should put a roll back on the Nodwell.!
the next rollback project is a 21' steel bed going on a kenworth t300. should be interesting. i am building it for myself so there will likely be some extra fab work involved.
nice job JC great job on those pens I really like the way you install this rollback bed you are a really good friend by helping him out with his truck
You friend is really gonna like that truck! I hope he finishes it up & does all he says he's gonna do + takes good care of it? 👍
Good insight my friend!
If we were to see this truck 5 years down the road, it will NOT have been greased, will NOT have bed tie downs, those grade 5 bolts will still be there, it will not have 2 functioning lights on the bed, and any that do work will be wired with wire nuts and re-used Scotch locks.
Love how u do things right i am wanting to do a project with a bigger truck very educational
On those pin bushings where the pin goes side to side, since they have tremendous weight they would like a grease zerk drilled in the middle with a tiny groove cut from the grease outlet all the way around with a dremel cutter. Doesn't have to be very large at all if filled with grease right away.
Nice job just like my first rollback was
I like wut U do , thx 4 videos
Nice, practical job.
I'm curious what a roll back bed, complete with pump/ tank/ control valves etc is worth? I have a flatbed/ dump on a C60 and I want to make it a rollback..
thank you for great detail video as great watching detail layout video as joy to understand what is doing as do a great job
hope all OK USA with you and your family due to con19 problem
Great job man!
WELL DONE!!!
I thought the majority of those trucks had cruise that you could set at idle for pto use, or maybe it was only the couple that I was around that were set like that I don't know. Looks like a good set up for scrap cars...
this truck is older and has a completely mechanical dt466....no cruise or idle up for pto. easy enough to add for sure.
Well done!
Good job
Great job J C. Rather overkill than not big difference when your butt is in seat. Should track and ride right. Tell Mrs J C hi
Love it nice long video and kick but job
Recycle and re-use on a budget
You can put rollers at the end of bed like Miller Century roll backs and they work great. You can google it to get a general idea. Also keeps from damaging asphalt and concrete driveways and streets.
trailer manufactures use to do the same thing at the rear of their low wedge trailers. it is done and gone now. if he needs to make a change i will pass it along.
10:53 That was terrifying. I actually yelled at the screen "oh no, don't do it!" Very impressive.
I see there is a red Wrecker in the background of some sort. When will we see that project? Nice job, sir.
that is being shown in an upcoming video. i am always gathering parts for the next builds.
Love your videos. Reminds me of my everyday job- thank you for taking the to explain and film! One question what did you mean when you commented that you “dressed the carbide on a grinder” before you used to drill the kingpin out
Awesome job JC could you put a manual dump valve for the rear bags to lower the rear for a better angle?
the type of dump valve doesnt matter. when the the air bags have been deflated, the frame rests on the axle bump stops.
That truck that you took the rollback off from are rly cool mabe you could do something whit that mabe build it in to a tool truck or a service truck im sure someone need one if you dont need one like a farmer or a trucking company
that is not my truck.
J.C. SMITH PROJECTS aaa ok too bad its rly badass looking
What did you use before your Gradall days..you get alot of use out of it for sure.
2 ford tractors with front end loaders.
I would like to have that service van !!
I have box truck 26' long. Thinking to convert to roll back. Tires are 11r 22.5. Is it a good idea? What do i need?
Good jop
You say later it will turn in a washer instead of this bushing. If you think about it if greased this will last way longer than a washer.
If you know it's going to get pushed to its' limits then it makes sense to build it tough. Not everyone with a rollback reads and abides by the operating instructions, which is why you see so many bent, battered and beaten rollbacks around. Build it tough and the guy is going to have a harder time breaking it...
Hard pins are only hard 1/4 - 1/2 in. In hold it up look at you can see heat ring
As long as he isn’t up against his max gvwr there is no such thing as overkill especially when you are reusing materials anyway. Truck turned out well not sure of the air compressor set up but time will tell
what did you do with the GMC TRUCK I UNDERSTOOD THE SPUN BEARING
not my truck. took it back to the owner.
Can I buy that green gmc topkick
I really like how you built those bed hinges if I was closer I would have you build a set like that for my rollback that’s Better than the company that builds these trucks everyday did to mine
My 12v 120psi harbor freight air compressor cost less than that Harbor Freight inverter.
I hook it up to my jump pack when I need it.
pretty cool... but the older ford tractor mower got my attention..
Air still in the hydraulic system WILL cause fittings, seals, pumps and cylinder seals and such to leak. To the point of making you think you're going to have to fix something else. Don't work on anything more than maybe tighten some fittings until you're absolutely sure you have the air out of the system. Sometimes, newly fabricated and dry can be really trying. Operating to their fullest extent several - sometimes several times will drive it out as quick as any. If hydraulic fluid stays aerated after ample time to have gotten out, make sure all the fittings on the suction side of the pump are tight, air can be sucked into a pump and never show fluid leaking.
that a new one. air in the lines causing leaks. i fixed leaks that were obviously been there for quite sometime.
@@j.c.smithprojects Leaks that have obviously already been there is a different animal, yes, fix them. But everything i said there , I can cover, and If you wish I'll try to put some literature together and get it to you, and be happy to do so. I know you do work with hydraulics as needs arise, but I'll bet it's not a part of mechanics that you could say, you really like to. I was just trying to stress the fact that parts put together from the pile behind the shop or wherever can produce some really strange happenings that can be tracked back to just air in the system, and I do know that's a hard one to swallow, but I've had learn the same way you're being introduced to it along with some books that teach it.
Even if you want to duke it out over it, you still makin some great videos!
Nope....just never heard that. there are millions upon millions of people in the world smarter than me.....the day you quit learning is the day they closed the casket.
Did you get the air vents?
i have worked on heavy equipment for 15+ years and i had it beat into my head in the begining you NEVER use anything with teflon in it to seal hydraulics not paste or tape you use something like loctite 545. on a different subject i would have put the tank outside the frame so you can get to it if needed and put shut off on the feed hose incase of a leak.
no room outside the frame.
I am just trying to figure out where the ram is?
only uses a slide back ram. no tilt cylinders. there are fixed length rods in the place where most have tilt cylinders.
Why do I think this is 10x stronger than it came from the factory? :)
what a mess ! should have called your brother on this one .
@UCAihpLquYm6S1pwnLUrb6DQ i was of the impression the man who helped you w/ the hyd cylinders on the tele-handler was your brother.
nope. just a good friend!
Are you going to repaint the bed?
no, the truck is done and gone.
J.C. SMITH PROJECTS awesome
Can you put a grease work in their to To grease The pins
I have a garbage truck can I turn it into a two truck?
Work with what you got. Not everyone has a budget for a new deck.
i agree. reusing parts doesnt mean its junk!
How much did u charge for this job?
i was just helping a friend.
When a customer says 'I will take care of that myself' do you really believe they will, or are capable of doing so? - Specially on critical parts, like spacers on those lifting arms which can lead to catastrophic failures lifting heavy loads. Do they have the tools or the know-how to complete the job?
the worst that can happen if he doesnt put spacers in there is that is dents the boxes. he has the abilities to do what he said he would do. will it happen? cant say for sure.
No such thing as over kill if he is a "if it fits , it ships " kind of guy LOL
you understand......
@@j.c.smithprojects yup , fix , break , repeat , my monkeys could break an anvil with a toothpick , I over kill everything I can , and say a little Prayer !
Wassup JC
Excellent install Too bad , all that work for a junk 80’s bed , not even a chevron or a century 🤦🏼♂️ what a waste
we all started somewhere....it works for him, its paid for and he is happy with it. that is all that matters. what is your rollback that you own?
It’s better than sending it to the crusher. A little surface rust won’t hurt anything. It’s also what the buyer wanted.
J.C. SMITH PROJECTS depends which one we have a few , med duty’s and car fb
would love to see some videos of them! you say "we"....you and??