I hope you all love fuel tanks as much as I do :)

@SkidMarkSteve69

2 жыл бұрын

Grinder and paint makes me the welder I ain't

@Badenhawk

2 жыл бұрын

I'm currently restoring the tank on my cx500. It's bad, but not nearly as bad as yours. I'm hoping mine goes smooth, this video literally couldn't come at a better time since I'm stripping my tanks paint today.

@quixototalis

2 жыл бұрын

I saw the fuel tank in the thumbnail and reserved a session with my therapist to help me deal with the second-hand trauma.

@eefneleman9564

2 жыл бұрын

@@quixototalis Your therapist says: It's Ronald. It'll be okay.

@robertwaple3422

2 жыл бұрын

If we didn’t before, we do now. Building your own rubber isolator…brilliant when you have an old one around but pure genius when you don’t. This video was worth the wait, RF.

I love how every job just becomes a massive detailed tangent.

@anaru5643

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, bliggan brilliant eh

@TheRealXyzven

2 жыл бұрын

who knew fuel sending units would be such a exciting topic to learn about. :)

@danpe8945

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome to old bike revival/restoration

@Arcmor1

2 жыл бұрын

every project ever. impressed he managed to film and restore. that being said my 1943 jeep is a ground up and a ton of body work

@mannye

2 жыл бұрын

@@danpe8945 Welcome oto old anything motorized restoration.

Outstanding job on the mold, I’ve done it a couple of times before. There’s nothing like being able to model, remodel, print, and mold your own things. Holding a vibratory sander against the mold for several seconds with release the bubbles.

@Maekiii

2 жыл бұрын

You can also remove the bubbles by putting the mixed resin in a vacuum before injecting it into the mold. The bubbles will expand and rise to the top.

@uhtred7860

2 жыл бұрын

I gotta be honest, that whole 3D printed mold for that part, Blew my mind. Amazing.

@indegoadult

2 жыл бұрын

you can also go the other way with a compression chamber and make the bubbles so small they are unnoticeable :)

@ViktorSarge

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure Ronnie won't crack any sort of jokes about using a vibrator for release. Also yes, the job he does is amazing. I don't have the patience (or space) to do what he does but it's inspiring none the less. It's really a testament to the idea of free exchange of information, ideas and software that we hoped the Internet and maker movement would be.

@D3nn1s

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly a larger syringe would probably to the trick, there was a lot of air injected there.

I can't believe I'm watching someone go through what I went through.... Same bike same year same missing pieces. Ended up cutting a new rubber isolator out of a larger piece of rubber. Took a few hours to make it look presentable. But this has made my whole year.

When folks talk about their heroes, I imagine the people who are like you. You make goofy, entertaining, and educational videos for us mere mortals. There are so few that make quality wholesome entertainment for the pure joy of the journey. I tuned into you around the 9th episode of the Fiero rebuild. You sir, like so few others, are the very salt of the Earth. Thank you for being humble, showing the failures, and giving us the drive to work on our special little projects of our own. Keep up the fun. Thank you for letting us come along on the ride.

@brettweber5855

2 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t have said it better myself. His channel is massively underrated

Upvote this comment if you think Ronald should do a full restoration on this bike

I've been traumatized by the Fiero series, every time he says "it can't hurt" "it's never let me down before" "It won't be a problem" I can't help but think it's some sort of foreshadowing

@arielabraham6683

2 жыл бұрын

same, every time he says something positive I keep waiting for a cut with him just standing there looking at the camera, dead in the eyes

I love it when people remanufacture old parts that you can't get anymore, 3d printing has unlocked a lot of doors, great job as always.

That 3d printing and mold making is the best part. I really want to be able to use the software like you do. It's so awesome at the end when everything fits perfectly.

@drewwilliams1337

2 жыл бұрын

As someone who just started getting into 3D modeling and printing, I was irrationally excited by that whole part. I thought remaking the gasket on the Fiero was cool, but this was next level awesome.

@discoveryoutdoorskcfishing236

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I definitely want to learn to do it myself now. I never realized how much you could do.

@RichardMigneron

2 жыл бұрын

Same here, I want to learn how to model and 3D print parts - I've got some parts ideas for cycling (yes, the bikes where the humans are the motors 😂).

The way you come up with solutions to problems is really cool. I'm loving this series as much as I did the Fiero series.

@GalagnoX

2 жыл бұрын

So I'am. Vids Always greats but too shorts!

@malice6081

2 жыл бұрын

I loved the fireto series,

Making that tank isolator is the coolest thing I've seen on KZread for a long time. Holy cow dude, way to go.

That gas tank mount mould was insane. Blew my mind with your skills. This is why I follow you! You fix/make shit, all while creating a fun to watch video!

The channel and M539 Restorations have the best content, commentary and editing 👍👍

@Bigrednumber77

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad I'm not the only one who watches M539 here xD

@alexstromberg7696

2 жыл бұрын

This channel tries to fix stuff atleast. M539 just buys new right away.

@Bigrednumber77

2 жыл бұрын

@@alexstromberg7696 If you have the money to spend, new parts are definitely a good idea. It's about doing the best you can with your resources.

@valentijn9

2 жыл бұрын

@@alexstromberg7696 thats over generalising.

@theEskalaator

2 жыл бұрын

It's just not worth it to repair some things if you can buy replacement. If there was any new fuel tank, I'm sure Ronald would just buy a new one. And Sreten usually buys just suspension components, sensors and other rubber parts. You can't really rebuild them

You 'can-do' attitude and your unending patience is an inspiration to us all, Ronald!

At 29:50 you made my day and showed how a very smart person can do anything!

Recreating the mounting bushing was amazing!

That's some great engineering mister! Great to see you putt in all this time and effort to bring this bike back on the road again. Keep those vids coming!

YAY, waited forever as I love this resto. I don't know if I ever mentioned this but I had a '90 Katana 600 and I miss that bike. Needed a lot but back in 2005, I couldn't find half the parts I needed for it so I junked it :/

You wait for over 3 months for a video and then after a long day of work and when you're off to bed you see the notification. Worth every wait. What an excellent job on the Mold and the fuel Tank.

I'm glad I'm not the only one who's had an ocean's worth of gas tank issues with old bikes.

9:27 "This is the most vile thing I've ever seen in my life. And I've seen YOUR MOM." I splurted my morning coffee, thank you very much :)

I would never imagine that repairing a stupid fuel tank might be so complicated. Chapeau! In the next episode I am expecting you to show us your well known art of driving that bike on the back wheel.

Imagine trying to support modern bikes 20 years down the line? Hopefully we’ll all have 3D printers in our homes. Great job, really impressed with your work 👍

6:43 "That deserves an out of frame thumbs up for sure!" 🤣🤣🤣

9:10 had me dead man. It's the small touches in these videos that really make them great. Lmao

@elitroyer7261

2 жыл бұрын

crying

@beaudanner

2 жыл бұрын

omg I totally missed that easter egg. Good eye. 😅

@Andrejr316

2 жыл бұрын

Lol

@Ratgibbon

2 жыл бұрын

Made my eyes bleed and loose all faith in humanity. 🤣

That was absolutely incredible. I'm so impressed by the scanning, printing and molding part. Top tip: You've now spent a great deal of time on the front forks now. If you want the bike to actually ride nicely, you need to adress the rear shock aswell. I'd suggest simply tossing it, and getting a cheap aftermarket shock like a YSS or something. Going from a bad to a good shock will literally transform the handling of any bike.

You are a genius my friend. What a fantastic solution to a rubber mount which is obsolete. Top marks to keeping these old bikes alive. Can't wait for you to ride her!

That fact that the first draft of the mount was so close is pretty amazing.

You are a true storyteller! I am already anxious for the next episode. The problem is that I need to wait at least four or five weeks… 😅

still feeling great R A G E that Roman isn't making videos of his own - I would love to see the progress with his vehicle! That said - awesome!

@RonaldFinger

2 жыл бұрын

Roman's actually been filming everything for the past three years! Just needs to edit :)

@bvward

2 жыл бұрын

@@RonaldFinger I saw some boxes with the CIP Parts logo... Great VW source ;)

I'm not gonna lie the level of effort you are going through for this project has me sold on your channel man. Great content 👌

I dont even like motorcycles but the entertainment value here is legendary

I love this episode! You can do anything you put your mind to. The rust removal, welding, coating, painting, 3D modeling, mold creation and final part.

I started watching this restoration out of curiosity as to why someone would attempt this on this model. Your explanation was fantastic. Having restored dozens of old bikes and having been a professional motorcycle mechanic in my younger years (not to mention having owned almost every big Ninja/GPZ), I approached this with my usual arrogance and cynicism, being the perfectionist that I am. And being a quality tool fanatic just added to my cynicism. But I have to say I just loved the process. Oh I could comment on a few things, but it is unnecessary. You did a great job, the tank repair was great (been there done that), and I actually learned a few things, especially the usage of the ultrasonic cleaner, buying one. Not to mention the 3d mold, that was great. Your ingenuity is awesome, as well as just getting the job done. I am very impressed.

My wife who whole heartedly hates car content, just sat and watched the entire thing. If this isn't a testament to your story telling abilities I don't know what it is. Great work. Cringed the entire time you were working on that gas tank. Some lessons are best learnt the hard way haha.

Y'know, if the only videos available to watch on earth were Ronald Finger productions... I'd be ok with that.

Not to detract from the welding, but no joke: outstanding work on the tank isolator. That’s some serious fab work!

Man, if customs is too lazy to investigate a foul smelling box they don't need a job. Open the box, see it's an old gas tank, seal it back up, send it on it's way. Anyway, great video as always man, maybe get the guys at Grind Hard Plumbing Co to make you a gas tank! haha!

@tesmith47

2 жыл бұрын

america is obsessed with drugs

The fabrication of that rubber isolator was genius. Many times these rubber parts are unobtainium on these older bikes. Your method is perfect.

Credit where credit is due. The skill and ingenuiety in making the tank rubber where extaordinary. Way beyond what the average Joe soap is cabable of

Man, you are hilarious. Doing vehicle stuff suits my interests but I'm such a fan of your story telling and humor, I'd watch you do just about anything

Wow this is some crazy work you’ve done on this project. Seriously, great job man.

Man, that gas tank required a lot of work and time . Job well done though . That tank rubber reproduction was next level fantastic !

I love when you are forced to do the hardest restoration! It makes me so happy to watch you do the impossible!

I've said it during the Fiero project and I'll say it now, I admire your willingness to take on these gigantic tasks I would need someone to kick my ass so hard to be able to do even half the stuff you do in 1 video I would love to see that gas tank fully painted

I remember watching the first and second Fiero videos 3.5 years ago. I still get excited every upload Ronald, I love these videos man. Cheers, hope you're in good health and can't wait for more.

This custom made gas tank rubber bushing "manufacturing process" was a work of art. 🤩

Dude, I'm mightily impressed with your resourcefulness and skills. Best regards from Brasilia, Brazil.

That was an amazing rescue effort, well done. A coward and cheater alternative is to use an angle grinder to cut out the bottom of the tank and turn it into a carcass, then put below it a 50$ Yamaha R3 tank or similar, depending on size fit. But works well too 🙂

Bloody love this series, had a huge grin when the mold came out. Grand job sir.

Thanks to this series I finally went out and bought a bike and my permit. Thank you Ron.

Haha, I'm from Northern Ontario and you just went through all the problems and emotions we do up here everytime somebody finds some 20 yr old treasure and starts the journey from full restoration to "good enough". Very entertaining to watch someone else do it for a change, good job, keep it up!

Last week I said to myself, “haven’t seen a video from Ronald on the bike in a long time. I hope he’s still working on it.” Cut to today with another great video! I cannot wait to see you ride this bike and I cannot wait to see what is next for the channel! Since it has been a while, how about a Fiero update? Anything else come up that needed to be addressed or has it been running great?

@jimamizzi1

2 жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing, has to be at least 8 weeks since last video

@s0wndman949

2 жыл бұрын

@@jimamizzi1 14 weeks actually. Part 6 came out December 18th

@GeminiWoods

2 жыл бұрын

FuzzyDiceProjects showed up at his place on a road trip so maybe that had something to do with it.

you did an awesome job on that gas tank, it was a real pleasure watching you do your magic what an awesome job

I said it in another video and i'll say it again. With the amount of time, energy, and money you're putting into this bike... GO ALL THE WAY! Restore it completely! Not to ultimate perfection of course but similar to the Fiero. A wise man once told me, if you're going to do something then do it right the first time. So impressed with your problem solving skills. Great job my friend!

That mold was thinking genius. I loved how Rombal Dinger thought and executed this idea, so damn awesome.

Congratulations on the great problem solving skills. It was like a weight was lifted off you with the printed part you made. 👍

Great job dude! Always love the diy approach and thinking outside the box. As soon as you mentioned a rubber mount that was no longer available, I crossed my fingers that you’d do a 3D printed mold! Above all though, I’m glad everything worked out for ya 😅🔥

I can only say Ronald, "That's so friggin cool!" Making that rubber tank mount, I am in awe. Great video production.

I was smiling the whole time...yes Ron restore the whole bike, she deserves it. 🐈 😻

Epic work dude! I love this series and how you approach problems. That rubber mount section was pure genius!

Would love to see a dedicated video for the room modeling software and turning the picture into a 3d model!

200 IQ move when you did the bracket.Nice work

Is it just me or does everyone watch his videos like 6 times because because you love his content and can’t get enough

“This gas tank smells like gas, no way it’s crossing the border”

What an awesome sense of satisfaction to make the rear tank mount yourself, and it came out so well. Good work. Will you be selling any of those ?

The second tank is for the 1990 zx10 . The 1989 zx10 has two red stripes and the 1990 has one. ...... I really like how you make it happen thinking outside of the box.

My jaw is on the floor! Excellent engineering work to recreate that tank mount!

Man I was just thinking about this channel and let me just say. Ron always puts quality into his videos. The editing is still trademark Ron. The 3D printing and modeling was super neat. Keep it up.

I've actually 3D printed spring spacers for leveling purposes when I've lifted Jeeps. Definitely still use a rubber isolator between the spring and the plastic, but I've had them hold up for over 50k miles in temps ranging from -10 to 110°F. I might've tried printing the tank mount in TPU to help with isolation. But I've also yet to try casting my own parts...soon

I think I understood about 1/10 of what was said but it is SO SATISFYING TO WATCH

Absolutely brilliant! CAD guru! Love this !

Thoroughly enjoyed that. Creating that mount was amazing! Nice save on a terrible tank, too. I think I would have smoothed it out, and painted it the right shade of red. Then give it some artificial patina to match the rest of the bike. But maybe you will restore it fully in the future:)

Love being in the supporters list. This video was fantastic. Thanks Ronald!

I recently commented on a video by a guy & a YT channel by the name of Memphis. He, like you, make great progress videos, on a when it’s ready basis. He was apologizing for the long delays. My comment was effectively, “good things come to those who wait” and I mentioned how delighted I get when I see either one of his or one of your videos pop up, because I know it will be good and I will enjoy it. So far neither of you disappoint. Thanks for another great video, Ron. I look forward to the next one, whenever it pops up.

This dude is a wizard with sourcing parts

There is no doubt you are an extremely competent young man, i enjoy watching you restoring the Kawasaki. Your family must be very proud of you.

I hate when your videos end. I can watch your stuff all day

Making your own rubber is a very interesting (and somewhat genius) project, that seems difficult, but so rewarding.

Creating that rubber mold was really ingenious!

Of course you are a competent mechanic now, but what is best about Ronal Finger is his willingness to solve the problem. what the problem is, (motorcycle, car, ro Iron Man helmet) Everything is approached in a straight forward and logical manner. Case in point not testing the repaired fuel tank before painting and using fuel instead of water. These time saving demonstrations are key to how we as normal folk make things work....eventually. Thanks again for showing everything, failures and successes both.

As someone who had to deal with a rusty gas tank before (since brand new gas tanks had to be ordered overseas from Europe into South America… and customs will DEFINETELY charge you insane taxes for no reason, if they even get there) I feel the pain from the vinegar process opening up pinholes to sealing those bastards up afterwards… and using a ton of liner too. Love the project mate, lovely bike and can’t wait for the next part, cheers!

the whole rubber part section...legendary. so well done!!!

This is great! The rubber mount part opened a new world of possibilities for my future projects. I'm so glad this channel exists. Thanks!

I can't wait to see it alive again, please restore it to it's former glory

Also, I gotta say, Primer Filler is literally magic. Laying it on thick is a good choice, even if it takes forever to dry. If you have space to fit your object in a dryer, do it. If you don't, leave plenty of time for it to cure before you start messing with it.

TBH this series is much better than Netflix's series

Love the videos!! Currently going to be tearing into a 94 Kawasaki concours 1000. Keep up the amazing work!!

After so much effort please do a full restoration. This bike deserves it now. Your knowledge, creativity and ability just leaves me for dead.

Hands down love seeing this motorcycle being rebuilt and your positive attitude

So good to hear from you, hope you're well and enjoying life 😊.

Oh man I just got done dealing with an INCREDIBLY rusty fuel tank on a 2008 Honda CB400SF that had been sitting for 6 years with about a half tank of fuel in it that had gone acidic, luckily mine didn't have any pinholes but I did have to buy a whole new fuel pump and level sender assembly. I was able to fix it by putting 2 litres of vinegar in it with a bunch of bolts, shaking it around to get rid of as much of the loosely attached rust flakes as possible, draining it, then about half filling the tank with 10L of evaporust and letting the tank sit for a week total, turning the tank over every few days into different positions to make sure every surface possible had a chance to soak in the evaporust. Ended up with a 99.99% rust free tank other than a few tiny spots of flash corrosion.

I usually don't watch 40 minute videos on this platform, but for some reason you keep me engaged the whole time. I can't wait until the next video!

Man I love these videos! Kind of sitting here hoping you’ll end up obsessed making it perfect and this series lasting a long time.

I like this guy. he says out loud what we are all thinking

I'm totally impressed with your dedication to an 80's Gypsy. Great job!

This bike bring some memories............sitting on the back at 100 hitting the downslope off the down ramp of a flyover. My arse left the seat and wound up sitting on my only fingers that could fit through the tiny handrail. Friggin funny though!.......the engine was great........everything made to control and slow it not so, it felt like riding a nuke with no brakes.

Another awesome chapter in this revival story. Im also now starting to make a list of things I need for my garage...

Man ! I love this bike..I rode as a passenger with my uncle on a black 1000 rx, up to the Castelet circuit....via the winding roads of France..what a kid's memory! You are doing an amazing job! well done !!!!

You are one patient, persistant SOB. These videos are worth the wait.