The steering column is close to where a clutch pedal would be so, I think there is no issue there. And, having the brakes and steering done and safe is HUGE. Look forward to following the progress! No joke, this is one of the best builds I've ever watched. No drama, no yelling about deadlines, just figuring things out and getting them done!
I'm an over thinker too Wally, then i watch your vid and it inspires me to just get in there and "suck it and see". Great work on the steering, a very solid setup. Cheers from Australia.
Hey Wally, you should really consider putting those gussets back on. The ones that held the original motor mounts. They are essential to the rigidity of the front suspension and steering. Great project! I agree with your approach to problem solving and and rust.Keep up the good work.
One part at a time as Johnny Cash sung ! She's certainly coming along beautifully ...... In later life I've realized somethings are a lot better if not rushed, i wish id woken to this earlier but better late than never ...... I think I need a nap now.... Great job Wally ! ❤😉🙃😎 NZ
The steering set up is awesome, nicely done Wally. I laughed when you said low 60's was cold, I lived in Las Vegas for 20 years and I remember that you were putting long sleeves on at 70. 🫵🏼💯🆒
Nice work. Steering shafts can be a pain with all the different angles and obstacles. Those flange firewall bearings are a lifesaver, avoids making a bunch of extra shaft support brackets.
Not a bad job on your steering mate 👍 You mentioned about sorting the chassis please don’t try and leave it to last minute before you have to You have plenty to do Coming along nicely
Looking great! I think a COE would make for a fantastic base for an RV…build a removable camper for it…ironically back to where the chassis started. I landed a lot from watching this, so thank you. 🙏
Hi Wally, if you use a section of the original steering tube with the correct angle cut on the bottom, you can weld it to that floor bearing plate. It will cover the bottom section of the steering shaft. Less chance of getting your laces caught in the shaft. Then a rubber hose section to connect the top tube and bottom tube (to cover the union joint).
GREAT Fix for the steering Colum... Really dig the way you kept the OG steering wheel... and NOT some Blingy Tilt Colum .. and Yes.. i agree.. I think shortening the wheel base a bit will make that truck a lil more manageable.. Great So Far * Keep Workin Wally *..
Nice work. To dress up the bracing, I might have used the short braces to the dash and then go from there to the firewall. That would hide the long ones
Wally your the best, I love all the quality control , Your wife must really trust you, What ever you do don,t show her this video,s lol, she may not ride in your truck, Just teasing buddy your doing a bang up job,
@@wallysworkin823 Your A good man Wally , I all ways wanted to do, what your doing to that COE, I like The way you did the cab, That sucker is not going any where, It is tight,
I'm really enjoying watching this project and love the truck,. I'm not sure what your plans are for the truck but for me it would make a nice motorhome.Hey there's another project. Great job!
Wally In the load test portion of the video it looked like there was movement in the upper A arm bushings. You may already have plans to refresh all of the bushings but worth a look. I like what you are doing.
Coming along nicely. You do have a nice interaction with the camera and your audience. Too, you are quiet good at describing your thought processes and the problem solving process. Keeps things interesting. 👍
Just food for thought it would be cool to turn the space under the hood into a tool box with the bottom of the box acting as a cowling to direct airflow through the radiator
In case anyone else is doing a COE-to-motorhome swap, the steering will be much easier if you get a junkyard Power steering box from a Chevy schoolbus. The input shaft is at amuch better angle and will hook up to the existing steering column with a single universal joint. Then the bottom of the shaft can come through the floor in the same place and be secured with the existing hardware.
I don't know what jobs and experiences you have had in your life (and its none of my business), but it has all prepared you extremely well for what you are doing here on you tube... Your problem solving, welding and hands on skills really shine through!! Might I ask what your plans are for this truck in the long run? I believe I remember you saing you were going to shorten the frame, but I missed what you were going to do above the frame in the rear... I am also curious as to how you plan to plumb the power steering that distance, have you thought on that?
Thanks, plan is just a nice wood top flatbed to pay homage to the lumber company where the truck came from. I’m using the original motorhome power steering pump. All I need to do is extend the lines.
loving this! Has this been the most expensive part so far? Only asking for my own budget as I'm about to sort out the steering on a '57 dodge truck frame using '84 Jeep CJ steering and axle.
Hi I'm watching from down under, I'm really enjoying your build, just a question about welding to the chassis of a vehicle, is it a engineering problem for registration?, it is in Australia, basically all brackets etc can be fabricated and then bolted to chassis, real pain in the rear for us
Wondering why you didn't just grind/file the end of the original shaft to double D? I'm sure even if you took it to a machine shop it would be cheaper than the weld on end.....just a thought
Here in Australia you would have to get an engineer to sign off on ANYTHING that’s not stock Stupid part of it is people like yourself probably engineer stuff better than OEM Love the problem solving and engineering prowess you have bloke Well done !!! 🇦🇺🛻
@ in some states of Australia you have to do a yearly roadworthy check and they will ping you on a cracked dashboard or a crack in a taillight lense I shit ye not. I recently got pinged on a roadworthy for a loose door trim - WTF???!!!
Great work! really nice finish to the steering assembly. love each episode to this 👍
The steering column is close to where a clutch pedal would be so, I think there is no issue there. And, having the brakes and steering done and safe is HUGE. Look forward to following the progress! No joke, this is one of the best builds I've ever watched. No drama, no yelling about deadlines, just figuring things out and getting them done!
I appreciate that. I have a no drama policy 😂
You killed it on the Steering, especially for what you got into it! Well done Sir
Fun to watch the steps adding up. This is becoming quite the accomplishment.
I've always liked the COE, and the low-cost chassis seems like a good match. It's a great build .
I love your tinkering. I'm fascinated by the great ideas you come up with and how you implement them. Greetings from germany Christoph 🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂
Liquid metal and death wheels, I'm lovin it.
I'm an over thinker too Wally, then i watch your vid and it inspires me to just get in there and "suck it and see". Great work on the steering, a very solid setup. Cheers from Australia.
Wally, congrats on finally figured-out the Steering and Brakes System.. looks cool, and working great.. Have a case of beer on me Mate..
Hey Wally, you should really consider putting those gussets back on. The ones that held the original motor mounts. They are essential to the rigidity of the front suspension and steering. Great project! I agree with your approach to problem solving and and rust.Keep up the good work.
Keep on wrenching Wally. Thanks for Sunday entertainment. Take care and be safe.
One part at a time as Johnny Cash sung ! She's certainly coming along beautifully ...... In later life I've realized somethings are a lot better if not rushed, i wish id woken to this earlier but better late than never ...... I think I need a nap now.... Great job Wally ! ❤😉🙃😎 NZ
The steering set up is awesome, nicely done Wally. I laughed when you said low 60's was cold, I lived in Las Vegas for 20 years and I remember that you were putting long sleeves on at 70. 🫵🏼💯🆒
I'm with you, 60 degrees is cold!
Wally you give overkill a new meaning😊.
I love your videos,Wally.Your attention to detail is truly incredible.
Taking time on the big 3 (steering, brakes and accelerator)is a must, I’m enjoying the channel well done.
Nice work on the steering column looks great.
Epic engineering!!!
Good story telling, great editing, excellent camera placement. And then there is the actual work product. Nice job.
Much appreciated!
Great vid wally. Love watching your progress.
Nice job. Like your on the fly building. Keep it up
great content you explain everything very well can't wait for more its nice to learn something and be well entertained at the same time
Looking great getting a lot done can't wait till you drive it
Plus the added brae looks really good.
Interesting channel to watch 😊😊😊😊
Excellent idea. Can't wait to see you get this on the road
You and me both!
@wallysworkin823 i bet it will be fun to drive around
Nice work. Steering shafts can be a pain with all the different angles and obstacles. Those flange firewall bearings are a lifesaver, avoids making a bunch of extra shaft support brackets.
Great job so good to see the way you work things out awesome
Exactly how I was thinking on how to do it! Great video!
Great job Wally🇿🇦
Love the fact keeping stock steering wheel. Awesome build!!!
That was my main goal.
Not a bad job on your steering mate 👍
You mentioned about sorting the chassis please don’t try and leave it to last minute before you have to
You have plenty to do
Coming along nicely
Looking great!
I think a COE would make for a fantastic base for an RV…build a removable camper for it…ironically back to where the chassis started.
I landed a lot from watching this, so thank you. 🙏
Would definitely need to be removable. We will see what happens, never know what I will find.
Hi Wally, if you use a section of the original steering tube with the correct angle cut on the bottom, you can weld it to that floor bearing plate. It will cover the bottom section of the steering shaft. Less chance of getting your laces caught in the shaft. Then a rubber hose section to connect the top tube and bottom tube (to cover the union joint).
Love the original. Steering wheel. Thanks ❤❤❤❤❤
GREAT Fix for the steering Colum... Really dig the way you kept the OG steering wheel... and NOT some Blingy Tilt Colum .. and Yes.. i agree.. I think shortening the wheel base a bit will make that truck a lil more manageable.. Great So Far * Keep Workin Wally *..
Thanks 👍
Worst part of a custom build is definitely the steering. Good job Wally.
big time overkilled the shaft support!!! Keep up the good work. thanks for sharing.
One issue at a time. Your getting there. Keep it up. I'm anxiously waiting on seeing this truck rocking on down the road.
Nice work. To dress up the bracing, I might have used the short braces to the dash and then go from there to the firewall. That would hide the long ones
Thanks for the video. Keep up the great content
I really am impressed with the fact you take time to think about what you're doing. and redo it if you need too. ❤ your channel!
Thank you.
Talented dude.
damn good with that sawsaw understand about being cheap, found a bandsaw at a auction score for myself. Cheap too and two new blades. great progress
I hate doing custom steering! That turned out nice...
G'day Wally,
A nice job on the steering column.
Thanks for sharing your progress.
✌️ Peace from Melbourne Australia.
Thanks!
Looking good.
Awesome job
Great job!!
Quickly becoming one of my favorite channels. Looking forward to the rest. And yes, starting to get colder on east coast of Canada.
Awesome! Thank you!
love your work mate
Thanks!
Nice work. I learned a lot. I hope you will build an air ride for your rear end when you are shortening the frame.
I did consider that.
Wally your the best, I love all the quality control , Your wife must really trust you, What ever you do don,t show her this video,s lol, she may not ride in your truck, Just teasing buddy your doing a bang up job,
Not her first rodeo, she trusts me.
@@wallysworkin823 Your A good man Wally , I all ways wanted to do, what your doing to that COE, I like The way you did the cab, That sucker is not going any where, It is tight,
You're like me Wally, make it work, good enough, then keep making it better lol
great show today thanks
I'm really enjoying watching this project and love the truck,. I'm not sure what your plans are for the truck but for me it would make a nice motorhome.Hey there's another project. Great job!
I see you go with the old school spear type steering column ;)
Wally In the load test portion of the video it looked like there was movement in the upper A arm bushings. You may already have plans to refresh all of the bushings but worth a look. I like what you are doing.
Everything looks ok but I will check it. Thanks
My wally all looks great hope you put the knuckle joints in line that way you should have smooth turning
Absolutely!
Coming along nicely.
You do have a nice interaction with the camera and your audience. Too, you are quiet good at describing your thought processes and the problem solving process. Keeps things interesting. 👍
Thanks, trying to get better at this stuff.
Well done Wally, that steering came out really well. Cheers mate, Stuart 🇦🇺
Just food for thought it would be cool to turn the space under the hood into a tool box with the bottom of the box acting as a cowling to direct airflow through the radiator
Seat to low...tilt steer-n....keep up the good work
cool man
In case anyone else is doing a COE-to-motorhome swap, the steering will be much easier if you get a junkyard Power steering box from a Chevy schoolbus. The input shaft is at amuch better angle and will hook up to the existing steering column with a single universal joint. Then the bottom of the shaft can come through the floor in the same place and be secured with the existing hardware.
You can use a radiator hose clamp to hold the column up while you find position
I don't know what jobs and experiences you have had in your life (and its none of my business), but it has all prepared you extremely well for what you are doing here on you tube... Your problem solving, welding and hands on skills really shine through!! Might I ask what your plans are for this truck in the long run? I believe I remember you saing you were going to shorten the frame, but I missed what you were going to do above the frame in the rear... I am also curious as to how you plan to plumb the power steering that distance, have you thought on that?
Thanks, plan is just a nice wood top flatbed to pay homage to the lumber company where the truck came from. I’m using the original motorhome power steering pump. All I need to do is extend the lines.
👍
Totally diggin it Mr. Wally can't wait to see this running and driving, 😊 so what's the plan for the hood area you thinking of a trunk ?
There’s no room, cooling system will take up most of the space.
Snow on the ground here in Derbyshire.😂
No thanks!
Steering looks good any chance your going to make a video on the parking brake?
Yup, it will be easy, I will be able to use all the motorhome stuff.
If you believe that people are going to grab the steering wheel to enter the truck, perhaps you could put a handle on the A pillar for that purpose.
loving this! Has this been the most expensive part so far? Only asking for my own budget as I'm about to sort out the steering on a '57 dodge truck frame using '84 Jeep CJ steering and axle.
So far, yes. About $400 in the steering parts.
Good Morning for France Cdt JMC
Drain the gas tank and rinse. Throw a bunch of dry ice in it and weld away. CO2 displaces the oxygen and cannot combust. I've done it several times.
put an alternate grab handle for drivers to pull themselves up into the truck so they don't use the steering wheel
Hey Wally just curious have you thought about what you might do under the hood where the engine use to be? Are you going to use it for storage?
There is no room, the cooling system will take up most of the space.
Got ya Yea forgot about that.Thats why you’re the builder and not me.
Hi I'm watching from down under, I'm really enjoying your build, just a question about welding to the chassis of a vehicle, is it a engineering problem for registration?, it is in Australia, basically all brackets etc can be fabricated and then bolted to chassis, real pain in the rear for us
No issues at all, my state doesn’t require inspections.
Wood is better to bash bearings or soft metals.
Wondering why you didn't just grind/file the end of the original shaft to double D? I'm sure even if you took it to a machine shop it would be cheaper than the weld on end.....just a thought
The extra coupler was actually cheaper.
why didnt you plate the sides of the steering coloum tucking it up under the dash and front of tube?
I was lazy 😂 I will dress it up later.
When you turned lock to lock I noticed alot of movement in the upper control arm !
I will check it out.
2:00 Reagan
😂 had to go back and watch
Steering is not centered
👍👍👍🦾🦾🦾
Here in Australia you would have to get an engineer to sign off on ANYTHING that’s not stock
Stupid part of it is people like yourself probably engineer stuff better than OEM
Love the problem solving and engineering prowess you have bloke
Well done !!! 🇦🇺🛻
Thanks, Arizona could care less about these old trucks, they just want the registration money and that’s only every 5 years.
@ in some states of Australia you have to do a yearly roadworthy check and they will ping you on a cracked dashboard or a crack in a taillight lense I shit ye not.
I recently got pinged on a roadworthy for a loose door trim - WTF???!!!