I made Robert Downey Jr an Electric VW BUS

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  • @tabottietjen3186
    @tabottietjen3186 Рік тому +82

    Congrats bro! You deserve the notoriety for all the hard work you've been doing for decades. Keep inspiring the masses

    • @claverhouse1
      @claverhouse1 Рік тому +3

      Notoriety. That word does not mean what you think it means.
      notoriety - the state of being famous or well known for some bad quality or deed.

    • @tabottietjen3186
      @tabottietjen3186 Рік тому +1

      @@claverhouse1 Oops

  • @hippie-io7225
    @hippie-io7225 Рік тому +40

    Congratulations Jehu!! The big takeaway for me: You express yourself through batteries and EV's. You do it whether people are watching or not. You turned a fun life into an amazing one!
    Good on ya, and thanks for being a great example of what a person can do when they put their heart and action into their passion.

  • @letsgoairsoft3016
    @letsgoairsoft3016 Рік тому +10

    What! No mention of the bring in? (Rich Rebuild)

    • @CreativosEmpodera2
      @CreativosEmpodera2 Рік тому +1

      Nah, he got episode 1 all for himself already

    • @letsgoairsoft3016
      @letsgoairsoft3016 Рік тому +5

      @@CreativosEmpodera2 It was Rich who made the recommendation; he could have done it himself instead of sharing the love, if I could be bothered I would have time stamped it for you, but it's a good show so watch again

    • @Unknown_Ooh
      @Unknown_Ooh 3 місяці тому

      ​@@letsgoairsoft3016dick riding much? 😂 It's not Rich's show, he was just featured.

  • @ElectricVehicleSpace
    @ElectricVehicleSpace Рік тому +3

    What amazing times. These cars look sick bro! When are you coming back to NYC?

  • @pawelfiett
    @pawelfiett Рік тому +11

    I love how your channel has progressed. I remember watching your early videos and I knew that you were a special breed of a maker. Congratulations on all your achievements since than, big and small!

  • @rascal1234
    @rascal1234 Рік тому +63

    You made Iron Man an EV? That is awesome! Serious cred to get the opportunity for an A-lister.

    • @Cloxxki
      @Cloxxki Рік тому +3

      Awesome and ironic 😀

    • @iMadrid11
      @iMadrid11 Рік тому +1

      That’s because buying a Tesla would be a poseur. The real Iron Man orders a vintage VW bus EV built.

  • @FrugalRepair
    @FrugalRepair Рік тому +1

    Congratulations, Jehu! This is great and you did a fantastic job.

  • @viralpatel5338
    @viralpatel5338 Рік тому +10

    That's when you feel proud of your skills when someone like RDJ wants you to work on his car .... Hats off

  • @blacksheep_77
    @blacksheep_77 Рік тому +2

    10 years!?! I look at your collection of vids and see 7 and 8 years ago and all the red watch bars are full....Goodness. where did time go. Congrats sir! What an accomplishment. Way to stay weird and enjoy life.

  • @ElectricVehicleSpace
    @ElectricVehicleSpace Рік тому +2

    Watched today until the end! Jehu this is AWESOME! You should have asked him to get the suit and fly around the bus :)

  • @V10PDTDI
    @V10PDTDI Рік тому +8

    Super cool that you were involved in this it will give you even more exposure than what you had now you deserve it you work so hard.

  • @MicBergsma
    @MicBergsma Рік тому +1

    Awesome man! Really cool!! Maybe we need to do an electric VW (non Brazilian of course haha) for our next project 😮

  • @donelmore2540
    @donelmore2540 Рік тому +1

    I’ve got a ‘64 Bug with 7 Tesla batteries (3 in the frunk and 4 behind the back seat). Its range is something between 170-190 miles with Hyper 9 high voltage motor (120 hp & 162 lb ft torque). We did front discs, coil over shocks, 12 volt conversion, LED lights, seat heaters and A/C.

  • @HectorRoldan
    @HectorRoldan Рік тому +4

    Mister Robert is doing a ton of cool things in the world and am so glad you got to be a pert of his Journey and he got you be a part of yours~

  • @adeniyisegun4148
    @adeniyisegun4148 Рік тому +1

    Congrats Bro, A big thanks to you, watching you over ten years ago, I learned everything about batteries, bms, chargers, inverter, load and capacity, now I'm very happy because I run my business here in Nigeria on 18650 batteries. Thank you the

  • @StephenMcFadden
    @StephenMcFadden Рік тому +2

    This is amazing. Congrats! That shot at 23:07 is from when I interviewed you 10 years ago at the OCTO show for my VW channel. Keep up the great work.

  • @Pr0toPoTaT0
    @Pr0toPoTaT0 Рік тому +6

    Congrats on the success homie!!!! Sometimes things happen but it's how you move on from the things! Great job on the bus!

  • @Rickmakes
    @Rickmakes Рік тому +4

    Congrats! What a great opportunity. I hope this brings more people to your channel.

  • @hieroglyph321
    @hieroglyph321 Рік тому +2

    "When I needed to work on this one, that made me think I then need another one " 😂😂😂 story of my life. Looking forward to watching all of this. Subscribed

  • @4122inc
    @4122inc Рік тому +2

    Have been checking in on you since you were filming at your home! So great seeing you grow!

  • @NCislander
    @NCislander Рік тому +2

    Very cool video. Totally enjoy the "Storytelling" you do Jehu. Your best videos are those where you unfold a "Story" about something, anything. Nice work.

  • @andresgonzalezcerda7635
    @andresgonzalezcerda7635 Рік тому +2

    Congratulations!! I remember when you started this channel. Based on passion study and work. Well done!!

  • @Mikesco3
    @Mikesco3 Рік тому +2

    I'm so proud of you man, you totally deserve this...
    I'm so happy for you and it has been such a pleasure to follow your journey.
    You are an example of the American Dream, where nothing can stop you from following your dreams!

  • @alexhguerra
    @alexhguerra Рік тому +4

    More than amazing. You should plan for tours like that , people would pay for this blast

  • @nurseelliott4256
    @nurseelliott4256 Рік тому +1

    Congrats and hopefully it will be the start of bigger opportunities

  • @televisualfreedom4024
    @televisualfreedom4024 Рік тому +4

    Hey Jehu! Met you a few years back at your residence when I was doing door to door solar sales. You were such a friendly person to talk to and so awesome to see what you've been up to since then!

  • @katherandefy
    @katherandefy Рік тому +1

    My dad had a VW bus in the 1970s. It was a fun ride for us 4 kids. Will be fun to watch your EV converts. Looking forward to it!

  • @cr4zyg047
    @cr4zyg047 Рік тому +2

    Been a fan since Jag35 days! Congratulations! You're very talented

  • @Gillesgip
    @Gillesgip Рік тому +1

    Well done! Congratulations

  • @DiyintheGhetto
    @DiyintheGhetto Рік тому +2

    Juhu man. That is awesome you get to work with another awesome person. I can't wait to see what you both come up with next.

  • @h.michaelstern7442
    @h.michaelstern7442 Рік тому +1

    The last time I saw your video, you were working on roof panels and selling components. Boy, you have come a long way. Props to you. True creator.

  • @yuelinli3527
    @yuelinli3527 Рік тому +2

    your consistency to keep trying and putting educational inspirational content is very very impressive. i am so glad to have met you. -Anton.

  • @brycejeannotte7699
    @brycejeannotte7699 Рік тому +1

    I love your VW bus conversions. It was very cool seeing all the work you put into that vehicle.

  • @LQhristian
    @LQhristian Рік тому +2

    Congrats, Jehu!!

  •  7 місяців тому

    Felicitaciones Jehu, es una gran alegría ver tu gran trabajo. Saludos de tus colegas de América Latina.

  • @zenzen9131
    @zenzen9131 Рік тому +2

    Been following you since the beginning man :) If anyone deserves to be recognised it's you :)

  • @Vyasvyas8
    @Vyasvyas8 Рік тому +1

    Congratulation!! Your creativity is truly inspiring and it’s evident that you put your heart and soul into your work. It’s not just awesome, it’s awe-inspiring. Keep up the fantastic work, my friend. You’re doing an amazing job and I can’t wait to see what you create next!

  • @TomRamseur
    @TomRamseur Рік тому +1

    That bus is one of the coolest things I’ve seen. I’ve been waiting for someone to convert an old car into something other than just a simple UA-cam project. I love it!

  • @tylersanders6080
    @tylersanders6080 Рік тому +2

    Super cool! Congrats👏🏻

  • @MilosMitrovicShomy
    @MilosMitrovicShomy Рік тому +1

    Congratulations! This is really awesome! I am so excited for you. Good luck to you and your business team and family in the future! 🎉❤

  • @GoingOffGrid101
    @GoingOffGrid101 Рік тому +1

    sick man well done. thats very cool to be able to do this when so many others could not, gotta love being a self proclaimed engineer!
    I am low key following you in real life :D

  • @eduardoneto5455
    @eduardoneto5455 Рік тому +1

    This model was made in Brazil until 1975.

  • @designbydave
    @designbydave Рік тому +5

    This is awesome dude!

  •  Рік тому +1

    nice one! congratulation!

  • @informito
    @informito 7 місяців тому +1

    Acabo de verlo en Argentina! Congrats bro!!

  • @teejay411
    @teejay411 Рік тому +1

    This is amazing! Congratulations. I’m still hoping a modern version of the bus (ev) will be released. I’d love to get an electric VW bus but I have no idea where to start.

  • @jamestiberiuskirk5994
    @jamestiberiuskirk5994 Рік тому +2

    This is an awesome build. I have a 2008 PT Cruiser with 152k miles. When the engine goes, I want to convert it to EV. You have inspired me thru your product's and channel. I think you will need a bigger shop after this with all the business you will get.

  • @user-fr3hy9uh6y
    @user-fr3hy9uh6y Рік тому +6

    WoW, 40 years ago, a coworker electrified a VW. The way the engine mounted made it easier. Of course, back then, there was only home charging, no charging stations.

  • @dougowt
    @dougowt Рік тому +1

    Great to see your efforts reach a new audience. The EV conversion makes so much sense in many classic cars/busses. The owner ends up with a reliable, usable classic that's fun to drive. There must be a market for a rear drive transaxle by now?! So the original can be removed, gain a bit of efficiency and loose a bit of weight. Plus designed to handle the power and torque of the electric motor.

  • @camilorivera2634
    @camilorivera2634 Рік тому

    I like the vídeo and simplistic approach, you definitely are a talented man, great work.

  • @seikojin
    @seikojin Рік тому +2

    I love this! RD goin around shining lights on the real ev conversion og's!!

  • @DunkOnDunks
    @DunkOnDunks Рік тому +1

    Congrats Jehu!!! From Dslr accessories to EV V-Dubs!!! Happy for u!!!!

  • @halleluYAH144
    @halleluYAH144 Рік тому +3

    Wow, that's awesome! Stay powered up!!

  • @k8glass
    @k8glass Рік тому +1

    Congratulations! You deserve it!🌟😃

  • @vladbox1
    @vladbox1 Рік тому +2

    Good job Jehu!

  • @SupCortez
    @SupCortez 11 місяців тому +1

    You're truly an inspiration Jehu, thanks for always sharing your knowledge with us

  • @Roguescienceguy
    @Roguescienceguy Рік тому +1

    Boy😅 how to completely destroy the look of a T1, right Jehu? Glad you did your part to perfection as per usual

  • @ClaudiomiroOliveira
    @ClaudiomiroOliveira Рік тому +7

    Parabéns meu amigo, sabia que seu sucesso iria acontecer, você e uma inspiração para mim muito sucesso!

  • @ebikeengineer
    @ebikeengineer Рік тому +2

    Iron Man and Electric Man - the results had to be fantastic!

  • @c.cmanakabubba9708
    @c.cmanakabubba9708 Рік тому +2

    💥💥💥Extra nice production dude ! 💥💥💥

  • @LifeWorthLivin
    @LifeWorthLivin Рік тому +1

    Congrats on the opportunity to do this awesome project with Robert Downey Jr. ⚡ You are very talented, keep up the amazing work 🎉🎉🎉

  • @CritVanTuyl
    @CritVanTuyl Рік тому +1

    Well done!

  • @TreasureHunter-hf9ff
    @TreasureHunter-hf9ff Рік тому

    Good for you! I originally saw you on EVTV year ago with Jack Rickard and have been following you since.

  • @shaneduffill7901
    @shaneduffill7901 Рік тому +2

    So Ironman drives a VW bus when he's not in his suit COOL

  • @RealSmartHacks
    @RealSmartHacks Рік тому +1

    So proud of you🎉 Great to see your dedication to the art of electrification be recognized by a wider, even more eclectic, audience. You are my hero, Jehu😂

  • @frankschwartz7405
    @frankschwartz7405 Рік тому +3

    I hope he paid you well.
    Good thing it can be converted back, once he realizes it was a dumb idea.
    Then he can pay you well....again.

  • @redreefbud
    @redreefbud Рік тому

    Awesome story man 😁 great video. Keep up the good work 😁

  • @Njedgexj
    @Njedgexj Рік тому +1

    It was great working with you on the bus

  • @t3471
    @t3471 Рік тому +1

    That's awesome! 👏👏👏👍👍

  • @TheTonySRich
    @TheTonySRich Рік тому +2

    "Robert had a hand in the design of all these cars" yeah he picked the colors lol

  • @ExploringTheWestCoast
    @ExploringTheWestCoast Рік тому +1

    In 1995, I sold my 74 camper to a group from Sacramento State that bought it,so they could convert it to an electric bus. Any connection?

  • @SanDiego_VDubLife
    @SanDiego_VDubLife Рік тому

    Hell yeah bro. Congrats on the success. Hopefully this pushes your company to new heights. Hopefully I get a chance to meet you at a vw show in the future. I wanna turn my Westy into an EV! Have you seen any bay windows converted yet?!

  • @davejack82
    @davejack82 Рік тому +2

    My dream car right there, looks awesome 👏🏻

  • @ciaotesla
    @ciaotesla Рік тому +3

    wait, Iron Man drives and eV !!! congrats on the work!

  • @KamikazeWombat
    @KamikazeWombat Рік тому +1

    Well the TV execs have found you now so I guess you've officially made it. Congrats man!

  • @minisurfboardscouk
    @minisurfboardscouk Рік тому +2

    So cool keep up the great work

  • @yoyodynepropulsion.systems
    @yoyodynepropulsion.systems Рік тому +2

    That is amazing! Woooo... You're going to be busy now. :)

  • @carsteneckhardt6572
    @carsteneckhardt6572 Рік тому +2

    My first thought was "Safty Belts"!!! But maybe it's just me

  • @JacobCarlson
    @JacobCarlson Рік тому +1

    Congrats, Jehu!

  • @pariglenn4680
    @pariglenn4680 Рік тому +2

    Congratulations. Looks awesome. Can ask why you would not put some of the batteries on the right of the engine to safe some space in the back? Would this be possible? Or is there a big benefit on keeping the space empty?

    • @jehugarcia
      @jehugarcia  Рік тому

      I suggested many things, but ultimately the shop kinda went how they wanted.

  • @MathieuRech
    @MathieuRech Рік тому +2

    I am very impressed. My Congratulations.
    I always say; who compares, loses.
    But that's pretty amazing. You have great customers with the will and the money.
    Here in Europe this is partially possible in England. But definitely not in Germany. Anyone who has the necessary change here wants everything original, of course with the combustion engine..

  • @greenergenes
    @greenergenes Рік тому +1

    Nicely done ... keep up the good work ! :-D

  • @noahman27
    @noahman27 Рік тому +3

    Nice! I need an EV Vanagon Syncro please!

  • @seamus33cork
    @seamus33cork Рік тому +1

    I've thought you were king of ev vehicles for a long time... Learned alot but have do e nothing but keep up the good work anyway

  • @daviddownhill9700
    @daviddownhill9700 Рік тому +2

    EV4U has been converting vw’s to electric since 2008.

  • @lianessyes7238
    @lianessyes7238 Рік тому +1

    congrats Jehu, so rad!!!

  • @jasongooden917
    @jasongooden917 Рік тому +1

    You making the car for the next marvel Movie

  • @danielgalizaaka
    @danielgalizaaka Рік тому +1

    I remember your first build. You're on the come up

  • @aminorjourney
    @aminorjourney Рік тому +1

    Great work! ;)

  • @who2u333
    @who2u333 Рік тому +2

    EV West, EG, and Jehu. All the big names in EV.

  • @ZacharyRodriguezVlogs
    @ZacharyRodriguezVlogs Рік тому +1

    I don’t know why, but I loved seeing those zebras at 5:04.

  • @SundryTalesOfConstance79WESTY
    @SundryTalesOfConstance79WESTY Рік тому +2

    Way to go! Nooice! 😎 STOC

  • @AZ-qn3xq
    @AZ-qn3xq Рік тому +1

    Awesome! Congratulation!

  • @eastmanresearch3143
    @eastmanresearch3143 Рік тому +1

    I would love to see you put a large LDU tesla drive unit or sdu in the rear of one of these, and transplant an entire tesla screen, etc and at least 60kw of batteries. I had a 21 window (1966) sold in 2009 (regret it but bought a house with the funds) and had a 23 window I sold 20 years ago. They are now pricewise crazyland.

  • @JamesFaction
    @JamesFaction Рік тому

    Oh hey it's Chad! Awesome vid thanx Mr Garcia!

  • @dottyjyoung
    @dottyjyoung 5 місяців тому

    I waited till I could buy a ticket for THIS drawing of the RDJ dream car raffle. I really hope I can either win this, or learn enough to build a conversion of my own. 😍 I'm sending my business partner your links (he's an engineer) for inspiration. Thanks for all you do!

  • @paulaustin5398
    @paulaustin5398 Рік тому +2

    Good for you man!

  • @truetech4158
    @truetech4158 Рік тому +3

    Very groovy! 🗽

  • @riccbass
    @riccbass Рік тому +1

    Hey it's Iron Deficiency Man🍖🍗🥩🥓🍔🍳

  • @fjalics
    @fjalics Рік тому +2

    Fantastic. Considering that 25% of new car sales in California are EVs. I'm guessing the supply of batteries will increase over time, though some of the Tesla ones have a lot of structural foam, and no modules. One giant pack. See "Monro Live" teardowns for details.😊