Making a Really Big Wheel

This video has an overview of the car Ron built for the 2022 Artist's Soap Box Derby, sponsored by the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. The majority of the video shows the intricate process of making the steel rim for the huge rear wheel.
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See how a rubber tire is mounted on a wheel like this:
• Installing Tire on a H...
See Christopher Arnold's video on the race:
• Soapbox derby, Maclare...
See Chloe Wei's Video of the race:
• 2022/4/10(日)Soapbox De...
Thanks to Beverly Rayner for the use of her video of the race.
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  • @Nitrofc433
    @Nitrofc433 Жыл бұрын

    The most important thing I have learned from your videos is patience. You never skip a step such as, using a center punch when transferring a hole, most people would just use the existing hole as a guide for the hole and then accept the small amount of drill walk. I have been guilty of this, but I am here to elevate my skills so I vow to slow down and not skip the basic steps. I believe this is my most important step to becoming a craftsman not just someone who forms metal. Thank you for passing on some of your knowledge and techniques.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the thoughtful comment, and the kind words. There certainly are situations where guiding a drill through an existing hole is acceptable, but as the hole enlarges over time, accuracy is lost. You will learn through experience when more precise techniques are called for.

  • @yobgodababua1862
    @yobgodababua18622 жыл бұрын

    Definition of a proper craftsman on display here. Never a need for CNC or CAD... just brains, muscle, templates and sharpie.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yep, gotta have that Sharpie!

  • @trottermalone379
    @trottermalone3792 жыл бұрын

    That fusion of technology, craftsmanship and art that magically ignites my spirit! Absolutely need more on the derby and Don Potts’ imaginative trike.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the input! Sounds like you and I like similar things!

  • @6061
    @60612 жыл бұрын

    Impeccable fixturing as always, Ron!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Aaron. Seemed like a good place for the F-Bomb to end up, too!

  • @peterweller8583

    @peterweller8583

    2 жыл бұрын

    As always, well I will have to see about that second datum then the third. lol

  • @WHEREVER-I-ROAM

    @WHEREVER-I-ROAM

    2 жыл бұрын

    🤡🖕🤡 *HERES A **#F** BOMB*

  • @MAsWorld1

    @MAsWorld1

    2 жыл бұрын

    You could have used that fixture in a project!

  • @kennethstevenson976
    @kennethstevenson9762 жыл бұрын

    It's great to see someone who is willing to spend talent and time to produce art that is a masterpiece of design and assembly for the sake of art.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm very glad there is an audience for this type of content!

  • @chrisf8766
    @chrisf87662 жыл бұрын

    It's like watching Bob Ross, but instead of painting it's metal fabrication. Would love to see a shop tour mixed with a history lesson of everything in it.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    More videos on the way!

  • @mikelove9832
    @mikelove98322 жыл бұрын

    Thank You Ron ! I Love To learn Im 71 Keep it coming ! Straight Ahead Mike ✌😎

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    You bet - more to come!

  • @monadking2761
    @monadking27612 жыл бұрын

    Seeing you spoke that wheel reminded me of a job I had back in 1972-76 as a mechanic at a bicycle shop. I learned how to spoke wheels and there are different patterns defending on the ride you want and strength. The shorter the spoke the less stretch. However, if it's a power wheel like on the back of a chain driven bicycle, you want more of an angle to your spoke. It prevents the hub from flexing in the rim. We used to use a spoke chart to let us know what length spoke to use which is probably the hardest thing to figure out because of the wheel diameter, the diameter of the hub then spoke patern and number of spokes. You did a very nice job because true-ing up a spoke wheel is an art and one of the hardest things to do in a bicycle shop. You did the right thing by passing on to a pro who does it all the time.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    You bring up some great points - thanks!

  • @johnmcclain3887
    @johnmcclain3887 Жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed this video, back in the early seventies, I was building bicycles, racing, and got into building wheels extensively. I ran across the idea of a rim with a tire on it, and a "chassis" riding inside the rim, with a small engine and seat, to drive from inside the wheel, but never could actually try out the design. Your making of a rim and tire provides the possibility of completing it now, and I am tempted to return to that project. I've worked in industry most of those years and now see the possibility of completing that project in reality. You did a great job making the rim and setting it up to work.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked the video, and your planned project sounds very cool indeed! I have seen a few others who have built vehicles like you describe. There are certainly some challenges, but it's a worthy effort! kzread.info/dash/bejne/o4KuzpiHj7bJqbQ.html

  • @michealfigueroa6325
    @michealfigueroa63252 жыл бұрын

    Mr Covell is a great source and teacher who is generous with his knowledge and time...I know this; 'cause he's bailed me out with alteranatives to bird houses and how to assemble my E wheel Thanks Ron

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad to help any time!

  • @davidcaverly9659
    @davidcaverly96592 жыл бұрын

    Your process is inspiring! The foresight exhibited and preparation used in every step truly reads as a skill honed over a lifetime. Thank you for giving us all a method and calmness to aspire to.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow, thank you!

  • @Texsoroban
    @Texsoroban2 жыл бұрын

    Ron you blow me away. creating a wheel from scratch...that's wizardry. you are amazing.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it!

  • @PolttouuniX
    @PolttouuniX2 жыл бұрын

    Your smile brings light to the bleak life. The joy that you are having is remarkable and it surely be transmitted to the viewers.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I really enjoy doing this kind of work.

  • @Russell_and_Rosko
    @Russell_and_Rosko2 жыл бұрын

    The Bob Ross of metalworking. You’re the best Ron!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks - that's quite a compliment!

  • @Russell_and_Rosko

    @Russell_and_Rosko

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@RonCovell Wow, yes, highly inspired by you and feel incredibly fortunate that you share your skills and passions. Thank you for all of the great videos, content, inspiration and the push to try out new techniques. You’re a legend 🙌🏽

  • @allanmercer6764
    @allanmercer67642 жыл бұрын

    I am blown away at some of the stuff you do for instruction and your answers to questions. I have replaced steel spokes with stainless steel spokes in a set of four Zenith wire spoke wheels for my street rod. It was quite an experience and I learned it takes a lot of patience. My effort was successful. Your example here explains it very well. Thanks.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow - that must have been quite a job. I once had a brief tour of the Zenith wheel company. I just did a web search, and apparently they are still in the same location, in Campbell, California.

  • @trevsblog
    @trevsblog2 жыл бұрын

    Reading some of these great comments leaves me in a position of just copying what somebody else has already said. Love you Ron you’re one of a kind 👍

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, Trev! I truly appreciate your longstanding support!

  • @johncroasdale2748
    @johncroasdale27482 жыл бұрын

    The patience of Jobe! Superb.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks 👍

  • @Backyardinstallers
    @Backyardinstallers2 жыл бұрын

    It's great to see you old schoolers turning into teachers in teaching a whole new generation with old school ideas and with new techniques should produce some quite extraordinary children

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that!

  • @johnclary729
    @johnclary7292 жыл бұрын

    As a bicycle mechanic and wheel builder I can say you laced the wheel the hard way, just lace every other spoke until you're out of holes but leave it loose. Then flip and do the other side, and rough true it by tightening a half turn per spoke until they all make contact with the wheel and stop as each spoke makes contact. The final truing will make sure to have the same tension on each spoke by plucking the spoke and listening for the same tone from each spoke, then using the truing jig to fine tune the wheel.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    We should have talked earlier. Thanks for the great tips!

  • @mavigogun
    @mavigogun2 жыл бұрын

    I’ve done the same thing with a disc sander for trueing large circles- always nice to see common solutions to fabrication challenges.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, that's a great way to make something round!

  • @metalworkingdude
    @metalworkingdude2 жыл бұрын

    Ron, Honestly I’m almost at a loss for words. The process you used to make this wheel is so simple and elegant. No big industrial machinery, just some MDF forms and skill. Even the MDF forms are beautiful! I’ve seen you build a lot of things over the years, and I still learn something every time. Really nice job on the wheel, and what an amazing chapter in the story from the first artist’s soap box derby and building the Don Potts entry to today.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, Joe. There does seem to be a fair amount of interest in doing a historical video on the Don Potts entry in the 1975 Soap Box Derby, as you suggested. I'm seeing if I can dig up more photos from that period.

  • @WestBerlinCustoms
    @WestBerlinCustoms2 жыл бұрын

    I never thought about building a wheel rim by hand. So this was a very informative and beautiful way to show the process. Thank you, Ron! 👍😉👍

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @LogicalQ
    @LogicalQ2 жыл бұрын

    Your thumbnail looks like marketing material aimed at wile e coyote 🤣 As a unicycle and penny farthing enthusiast, I cant wait for this one. I’m Curious to see how you went about hub design and choosing spoke count, spoke length, and lacing pattern. As well as where you were able to source the tire. As always, thanks for sharing your vast knowledge and skill set.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    In today's video, I re-use a hub I made 44 years ago. It is styled after a Campagnolo,, but scaled up considerably, and I used 72 spokes, just because that's a 'regular' division of 360 degrees. I used radial lacing because I like the look, and since my vehicle is a coaster with a brake on the rim, the hub has no torque on it. Here's the link for the tire: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dqyHprGzdNK1Xdo.html Hope you enjoy the video!

  • @criggie

    @criggie

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think it gets away with a radial spoke pattern because there's no braking and no drive; it is only coasting. If there was pressure from a chain/cassette or resistance from any kinda of brake, the sheer length of spoke would allow some wind-up. For a wheel that brakes or drives, some kind of cross-lacing pattern is definitely a good idea. As a tall bicycle rider - I wish larger wheels were affordable.

  • @jpkalishek4586

    @jpkalishek4586

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@criggie Making myself feel old, but "back in the day" (mid 1980's) when building track wheels, we used radial on the fronts for simplicity, lightness (shorter spokes = less weight) and often the rear was a cross pattern on the drive side, and radial lacing on the offside. I have seen wheels with radial spokes as drive wheels, but they were smaller 16 inch rims, and 72 spoke hubs, or 20 inch with some absurd drilling (96 or 108?) and were heavy, and nearly impossible to true up.

  • @jpkalishek4586

    @jpkalishek4586

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@RonCovell I was gonna ask where you got that hub from. I favored Campy Tipo or Normandy Red Label hubs for my loose ball, though Suntour were okay too (okay, Shimano Dura Ace was okay too, but I hated Shimano with a passion especially once index shifting came along) and Phil Wood or Specialized sealed hubs.

  • @zygmuntthecacaokakistocrat6589

    @zygmuntthecacaokakistocrat6589

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jpkalishek4586 Radial lacing any sort of bike wheel puts you into 'seat of the pants' territory, even basic castor wheels.

  • @davidduffy9806
    @davidduffy98062 жыл бұрын

    Ron I built a much larger wheel last weekend. These simple builds are a great inspiration for newbies like me.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear!

  • @derrick_builds
    @derrick_builds2 жыл бұрын

    Oh yes, we need more art soap box cars on here. Amazing work.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    More to come!

  • @monkeybarmonkeyman
    @monkeybarmonkeyman2 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful video, Ron. I have to say, 'for an amateur' you got that wheel initially in darn nice shape! You have to have one of the nicest, most relaxed mechanical engineering channels on You Tube. Thanks so much for taking the time to do it right for all of us!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @GrayRaceCat

    @GrayRaceCat

    2 жыл бұрын

    I know right!? It's the "Ron Covell Unintentional ASMR Metal Working Channel"

  • @shadowdog500
    @shadowdog5002 жыл бұрын

    That is a beautiful wheel. It was a pleasure to watch you make it. Whenever I see someone lace and true a wheel I always think of the couple who did that job for years at the Harley Davidson plant in York PA. I lived close enough that I toured the plant and museum many times in the 70s and 80s. The woman would grab a handful of spokes and would lace a rim in minutes and then would pass it to a guy who would true it equally as fast. It was truly impressive to see two people who were proficient at that task.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sounds like those two people were artists!

  • @shadowdog500

    @shadowdog500

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@RonCovell They we’re incredibly proficient at what they did. I tried to post a reply to my post that included short article about the HD factory that had a picture of those two. Apparently the KZread gods would not allow it.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can send that to me by email, if you want - covell@cruzio.com Sounds pretty interesting!

  • @VoodooDewey69
    @VoodooDewey692 жыл бұрын

    Such a humble selfless man .As a lifelong auto body man ,I come here to the master of disaster to get inspiration and X-TREME knowledge .Quite frankly I don't have the patience it takes to do what Mr. Covelle does just in preparation in making bucks for metal fabrication .Its unreal and hard to comprehend sometimes .Rumor has it that Ron's great,great,great grandfather was an original chariot builder for the Roman Empire 🐴

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Well, my father was born in Italy, so it's possible that my forebears were in Rome!

  • @VoodooDewey69

    @VoodooDewey69

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@RonCovell It's inherently in your blood .Your ancestors probably were armorers and blacksmiths .I'm just sayin !

  • @sintaxera
    @sintaxera2 жыл бұрын

    Its so good to see someone who knows more about what they are doing than everyone youve ever met put together

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the wonderful compliment, but from my perspective, I meet people smarter than me every day!

  • @Scodiddly
    @Scodiddly2 жыл бұрын

    That is so cool! Yes, I'd love to hear/see more stories about the other Soap Box cars.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great - several others have expressed an interest, too.

  • @GrayRaceCat

    @GrayRaceCat

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@RonCovell Yes, me too please!

  • @christopherhinds7102
    @christopherhinds71022 жыл бұрын

    You sir are a legend! Thank you so much for showing off your skills and helping teach the rest of us!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that!

  • @trillrifaxegrindor4411
    @trillrifaxegrindor44112 жыл бұрын

    art and functionality,whats not to like...your processing and fabricating is brilliant

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! More to come...

  • @gnemois
    @gnemois2 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Another amazing art from you Mr. Covell! Thanks for sharing the skills and ideas!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure!

  • @dennisferron8847
    @dennisferron88472 жыл бұрын

    This was fun to watch since I've re-spoked my bicycle wheels before, and also made a cage for a homemade shop fan that was similar scale and fabrication process as you did for that giant wheel rim. I learned some techniques and tricks from your video I wish I would have known or thought of then; now I have them for next time!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @NBCRGraphicDesign
    @NBCRGraphicDesign2 жыл бұрын

    Wow! One of the BEST How-To videos out there! You have a genuine knack for breaking down a complicated process.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow, thanks!

  • @euhm
    @euhm2 жыл бұрын

    As A bike Mechanic and an ex- metal worker this vid is right up my street! Very nice to see how you did it. I would have done some things differently, but for a non experienced wheel builder, this is really nice! For your next build, try cross threading the spokes, it will give you a more comfy and stronger wheel...

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the nice comments! I totally understand that crossing spokes makes the wheel stronger.

  • @geoffburrill9850
    @geoffburrill98502 жыл бұрын

    You can tell you have a real talent for making large wheels as you make it look easy.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @charlesloyd1970
    @charlesloyd19702 жыл бұрын

    Ron you never cease to amaze me. Awesome build.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!

  • @WeaponGuy117
    @WeaponGuy1172 жыл бұрын

    Wow, that's very wheel-made, and with simple tools too! Thank you for sharing this, Mr. Covell!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are very welcome!

  • @chasogle4690
    @chasogle46902 жыл бұрын

    The wheelwright has been among the most skilled workers since early carriage days. What a terrific how to with today’s tools! Bravo

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @jimdean7335
    @jimdean73352 жыл бұрын

    I’ve contemplated building my own wheels for the Henry Ford Quadricycle replica I’m building. Your video has given me the confidence to do so. Thank you and keep up the good work.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow - that Quadricycle project sounds great! Please keep me in the loop as you move forward with it.

  • @iiredeye
    @iiredeye2 жыл бұрын

    Lovely project Ron...Thanks for sharing.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Many thanks!

  • @matthewarnold6794
    @matthewarnold67942 жыл бұрын

    Fascinating and amazing! Thanks for publishing.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @KayleeKerin
    @KayleeKerin2 жыл бұрын

    Every single time I see your videos, I'm inspired to make cool and interesting things. You are incredible and thank you for sharing your processes with us!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are so welcome!

  • @robschaffer2189
    @robschaffer21892 жыл бұрын

    Another great video Ron. I really appreciate how you break down very complex assemblies into simpler tasks. Thank you!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it!

  • @bruinflight1
    @bruinflight12 жыл бұрын

    Ron you are SO awesome!!!! Great design, clever techniques and what wonderful craftsmanship. Thank you for educating us and sharing your enthusiasm and inspiration!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    So nice of you.

  • @davidwinn9465
    @davidwinn94652 жыл бұрын

    Another awesome project, thoroughly enjoy watching the master at work!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @KB-dd9xr
    @KB-dd9xr2 жыл бұрын

    Seeing the other racers from the past would be a rare treat. Especially if anyone decided to film part of it. Please consider producing that piece. Maybe collaborate with a bike museum for footage? I think this creative metalwork is fascinating even though my unfortunate loss of patience precludes my ability to make stuff like this 😬

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    There is one film that I know of that covers many of the entries in the 1975 Artist's Soap Box Derby, including the one I worked on with Don Potts: kzread.info/dash/bejne/YoCcstWfmbvFf9o.html My idea is to go more into depth about the design and build project for Potts car. I'm looking for suitable photos right now.

  • @gballs007
    @gballs0072 жыл бұрын

    Much respect on the video and tutorial...and even MORE respect for answering ALL the comments...!!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    When people take the time to comment, I think it's polite to reply.

  • @SAXONWARLORD1000AD
    @SAXONWARLORD1000AD Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely amazing as usual , i watch a number of metal work channels but this one always blows me away - you make it look so easy Ron - and yes we want the soap box history video - thanks

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it! Here's the link to the video on the history of the SF Artist's Soap Box Derby: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZaeLsMt9gLnbYqQ.html

  • @jeremyelliott9831
    @jeremyelliott98312 жыл бұрын

    This was awesome! Made this process feel somewhat accessible. Glad I stumbled across your channel, looking forward to more videos. Thank you for your effort. Cheers!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Welcome aboard, and there are more videos on the way!

  • @fluffyflunk
    @fluffyflunk2 жыл бұрын

    Pure art. Absolutely mesmerizing. Very informative, you are a master of teaching. Thank you.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow, thank you!

  • @Paulman50
    @Paulman502 жыл бұрын

    If anyone is interested your channel and MAKE IT KUSTOM are two of the best body working channels on utube. Both of you are terrific teachers.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm a big fan of the Make it Kustom channel, too!

  • @bumschkinn
    @bumschkinn2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing ron! Love you're vids!! 💪🤯🤘

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like them!

  • @TioDave
    @TioDave2 жыл бұрын

    I spent some time thinking about how I would go about building a composite rim. I might have to give this a try first. I just need to build or buy a break first. This is how I imagined the internet as a kid when the internet was first coming about. Sharing techniques and skills is gold. I'll be delving more into your channel now that I found it. I wish there was a better way to find channels like yours. I imagine I have close to a hundred, but I can't tell as youtube subscriptions are hard to manage past 1000. lol

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm very glad you found my channel, and I hope you have a great success with making your rim!

  • @dr.stranglove5794
    @dr.stranglove57942 жыл бұрын

    You are like the Bob Ross of metal fab. I mean that in the most respectful of ways

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!

  • @joell439
    @joell4392 жыл бұрын

    Wow - what a stunning design. Thanks Ron for inspiring us 👍👍😎👍👍

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like it!

  • @theflyingfool
    @theflyingfool2 жыл бұрын

    It's always a joy to see what you create Ron! I really love the methodology and attention to detail in your approach. Thanks!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @TalRohan
    @TalRohan Жыл бұрын

    fantastic Ron, You don't know what you can do, until you do it. You sir have inspired me to make many things. A horse drawn buggy with spoked wheels is now on my list...I had the body worked out in my head but the wheels were a problem. Thankyou for this walk through.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    Жыл бұрын

    You can do it!

  • @TheUncleRuckus
    @TheUncleRuckus2 жыл бұрын

    I'd love to see more on your soapbox derby vehicles! Super fascinating and insightful 👍👍

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Well, several people have requested this in the first few hours. If the demand continues, I'll make another video.

  • @dwarfet
    @dwarfet Жыл бұрын

    awesome video Ron. love watching a master make everything look so easy

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @MJ-nb1qn
    @MJ-nb1qn2 жыл бұрын

    Ron, you are a true Master! I use to re spoke my bicycle wheels as a kid. It wasn’t easy! (I may be older than you young man!) Thanks I’ve followed you for years!

  • @plywood53
    @plywood532 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Done to perfection!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Cheers!

  • @teamjdb
    @teamjdb2 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant video Ron, thanks.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @MrSupahlovah
    @MrSupahlovah2 жыл бұрын

    I don't have a shop, probably never will, but I always love your videos! It's amazing seeing everything come together and your show of skill blows me away every time!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like them!

  • @bryonn8688
    @bryonn86882 жыл бұрын

    What a treat to see your derby vehicle back in action. Very nice work, Ron!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I think you'll really like my next video!

  • @ddcd53
    @ddcd532 жыл бұрын

    Another great video. Amazing to see how this was done. I would love to see any more videos that you would make on building these soap box vehicles. We never stop learning from you. I wish Louisiana wasn't so far from you. Dan

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad you enjoyed this video. More on the way!

  • @your_utube
    @your_utube2 жыл бұрын

    Covell artistry makes things look so deceptively easy and is bound to lure many to this type of craft. How can one not become hooked on making the types of things shown here? What an inspiration! Thanks Ron!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad you liked it!

  • @TheTarrMan
    @TheTarrMan2 жыл бұрын

    That's amazing work there. Thank you for sharing.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you too!

  • @mxlje
    @mxlje2 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed this, as usual the precision with which you work is inspiring. Thank you!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @mlhcnc
    @mlhcnc2 жыл бұрын

    Amazing. Much appreciate you sharing your knowledge and skills.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure!

  • @gibsonstation1292
    @gibsonstation12922 жыл бұрын

    Very cool! I ran the machine shop at a laboratory supply marketer / manufacturer and had almost as much fun working there as you seem to have producing these projects. I enjoyed your video; please keep them coming. Regards, -Dave

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad you found work that was enjoyable, and satisfying. Not everyone does, you know! More videos on the way.

  • @toddcott9510
    @toddcott95102 жыл бұрын

    Inspiring stuff, as always. A wonderful piece of artwork. We learn from the best!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @AL6S00740
    @AL6S007402 жыл бұрын

    Just heart warming seeing how simple things, sometimes are, when enginuity and craftsmanship goes into play :D Thank you Mr.Covell p.s.: We ( at least I ) missed you :D

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow, thank you!

  • @omegalamda3145
    @omegalamda31452 жыл бұрын

    Totally interesting pi ratios use in a practical mechanical situation. Like the flame face shield while tack welding. Brilliantly badassed!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @dalesinclair869
    @dalesinclair8692 жыл бұрын

    I don't think I could get in a machine like that being so low to the ground. Great way of step by step process to create a part.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @glenpiro313
    @glenpiro3132 жыл бұрын

    Utterly incredible. My grandson and I are going to make a wheel now after watching this, thank you Ron.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic!

  • @joebuckley8569
    @joebuckley85692 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for taking the time to make this video Ron! It was such a pleasure to get to meet you and chat a bit at the Derby. I was impressed that you were able to clear the speed bump without assistance after all; it lent a little extra drama to your run! Also would love to hear about the original race you built the car for!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad you liked this video, and I'm investigating the feasibility of making a video about the 1975 race, when I worked with Don Potts on his entry. It's hard to get photos from that era!

  • @merlinmagnus873
    @merlinmagnus8732 жыл бұрын

    I ride a tadpole trike (the pedal variety) and up to this moment, I never realized I could have rear tire size envy.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Now you can make a wheel any size you like!

  • @merlinmagnus873

    @merlinmagnus873

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@RonCovell Had to downsize the rear tire from a 27" to a 26" to fit it in my SUV. If I was good enough with upholstery and body work, I would totally make that wheel and make a custom hollow shark fin on the top of the SUV to get the rear tire in.

  • @johnnyo3fan
    @johnnyo3fan2 жыл бұрын

    Excellent job, not only on the wheel, but on the video as well.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! More videos on the way.

  • @moshunit96
    @moshunit962 жыл бұрын

    That was fun to watch. Very well made wheel and video.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @FarmerFpv
    @FarmerFpv2 жыл бұрын

    Very fascinating work, sir. I really enjoyed watching you build the wheel & tell its story. I would love to hear more about the soapboxes you have built. Subscribed and liked.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I do plan to make a video on the earlier Soap Box Derbies. I'm collecting photos for it now.

  • @russtuff
    @russtuff2 жыл бұрын

    Your ability to break a project into simple to understand steps is staggering. On top of that, you're a master story teller. Thank you for the lesson.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow, thank you!

  • @grahamserle7930
    @grahamserle79302 жыл бұрын

    Your knowledge and wisdom cuts through in all your videos, this is no exception. You make it look easy but true craftsmen do that.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that!

  • @kevinmurtagh3434
    @kevinmurtagh34342 жыл бұрын

    Really enjoyed your explanation and watching your skill.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @matthewmcclelland709
    @matthewmcclelland709 Жыл бұрын

    Such a fun piece of art Ron

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @Aztek1701
    @Aztek17012 жыл бұрын

    Great to watch. You are a true craftsman.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @brw3079
    @brw30792 жыл бұрын

    Incredibly well narrated, logical, understable, just enough information, without excess.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the kind words!

  • @ChristianNeff
    @ChristianNeff2 жыл бұрын

    Bellisimo! Great video Ron!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Many thanks!

  • @AnalogboxmodsCanada
    @AnalogboxmodsCanada2 жыл бұрын

    The Bob Ross of fabrication! Love you Ron, thanks for another great video :)

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure!

  • @AgentWest
    @AgentWest2 жыл бұрын

    Turned out to be easier to make that rim than i expected. Thinking back to a more modern rim profile i was expecting a flat ring to be gradually rolled into that profile with machined rollers, but seeing how this is an airless tire this method of bending a channel around a form looks to be much more practical for a one-off. Thank you for showing and explaining the making of this rather unusual object!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad you liked it!

  • @yt66228
    @yt662282 жыл бұрын

    Once again well done!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!

  • @ulpijana73
    @ulpijana732 жыл бұрын

    Now I understand why Wright brothers among all of engineers and scientists back than were only one capable to built a first airplane. This is a kind of job they're doing, lots of ropes, strings, spokes, wood working, thin metal shaping,... Thank you Mr. Covell for the lesson.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I have to agree - the Wright brothers were good in a LOT of areas, and that, coupled with their fierce determination, is why they excelled at what they did.

  • @cannibalcarl8512

    @cannibalcarl8512

    2 жыл бұрын

    Don’t forget Santos Dumont

  • @pelletman65

    @pelletman65

    10 ай бұрын

    The bicycle industry of the 1890's was the auto industry today, many bicycle companies went on to build motorcycles, cars and of course airplanes.

  • @ST-ms7hv
    @ST-ms7hv2 жыл бұрын

    Another inspiring video, thanks Ron. Now I'm trying to think of reasons I might need to build my own unusually large wheel!

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great - you should be able to dream something up!

  • @thedeloachsdoyoutube8377
    @thedeloachsdoyoutube83772 жыл бұрын

    Stunning job Ron absolutely beautiful. I am still a young Maker at the age of 36, you give me inspiration on where I want to be when I’m older. Thanks again. Make On my Friend. Maker 238

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad you liked it!

  • @aagevaksdal
    @aagevaksdal2 жыл бұрын

    The wizard rides again! Always a joy to se your work.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @eeblatter
    @eeblatter2 жыл бұрын

    That's so cool. I remember visiting your shop in Freedom and seeing the bike sculpture you had hanging from the ceiling and discussing Don Potts. Great to see you having fun with new vehicles and ventures.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, life is good!

  • @mahmoodmoossavi243
    @mahmoodmoossavi2432 жыл бұрын

    What a fascinating project. Thank you very much sir. Liked and Subscribed.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, thank you!

  • @BensWorkshop
    @BensWorkshop2 жыл бұрын

    As always, an education. Many thanks.

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    You bet!

  • @RayRusawcocktailminer
    @RayRusawcocktailminer2 жыл бұрын

    true art wow I would love to spend a month in your shop , so much fun to watch you work

  • @RonCovell

    @RonCovell

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!