Alright!! Nice quick fix Red, it’s great to have the guidance of your dad. He’s a really handy guy, the world needs way more humans like him in it. Thanks for the tip and for letting us in on the repair. Keep up the great work, your videos are fantastic! Have a great day/night and we’ll see you next time.
@brianreynoldson1965
2 жыл бұрын
Your Dad, an "old Grey beard with DECADES of experience" is a treasure. Pay heed to the knowledge he's giving you as his daughter. Your a lucky woman!
@vidvidbiker
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this and sharing this knowledge - at 59 years old I learnt something new today - that makes for a good day 😎.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Well that’s good news! Thanks for watching 👍
@paulsilson2148
2 жыл бұрын
How can anyone not like you, great job on the tank
@Todd66
2 жыл бұрын
That was pretty sweet. The timing of this video for me is spooky cool. I just took most of a pretty big dent out of my tank with a PDR kit of Amazon. I think it was $26. I used my own glue gun and gorilla glue sticks. I bet with your method and the glue sticks I could probably pull some small dents too. Very helpful video. Also…who doesn’t like a red head with a bike and likes to wrench ?! 😉
@deney54
2 жыл бұрын
A hot glue dent puller kit works good too, and you can get tank dent rods or bars, but they are hard to work with. But I use the hot glue kit. Good vid.
@fatotis6273
2 жыл бұрын
Was thinking the same for the small dents, aka as paintless dent repair kit.
@moustachemike7128
2 жыл бұрын
Im with ya on old tanks and fenders where ya have room they work..but toddays tanks they have a nozzle bar right in the hole and some others are just to tight to move the rod around...cheers..😁
@noggintube
2 жыл бұрын
Also the hot glue pullers target the dent alone and don't risk blowing other parts of the tank out of shape like this method. This has to assume the dent is the weakest point, but if it isn't you'll deform other areas and can end up with the tank being out of shape.
@georgepressel2495
2 жыл бұрын
I have used a plumbing test cap I made years ago but for some reason never thought to use a tire pump. Thank you. YOU HAVE brought a remedied available to anyone this way.
@nickwhitaker8602
2 жыл бұрын
Have heard of using air pressure to push dents now I've actually seen it done . Definatly took notes. Great job!👍
@mikemike8087
2 жыл бұрын
That's a pretty smart guy he be good to have around when you're in a pinch
@mikemike8087
2 жыл бұрын
You're very pretty smart girl you're going to do just fine in life God bless you
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
@@mikemike8087 Thank you :) God bless you as well my friend.
@mudhead31
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, If I knew this my bike i got 45 years ago would still be original! Thanks!
@56Spookdog
2 ай бұрын
That worked out better than a friend that tried filling the tank with water, dropping a M-80 in it, closeting the cap. The dent no longer mattered.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 ай бұрын
Lmao 🤣 😂 That is so friggin funny hahaha
@fatotis6273
2 жыл бұрын
Love home made tools, that worked great, very little body work left to finish tank for paint.
@davidchereneimmel8820
2 жыл бұрын
Good video, years ago I use to do paintless dent removal with the rods and such, and paint chip repair with air brush. It was a fun job seeing people's face smile when they realized they just saved a whole lot of money from a body shop.
@sjtheroadshenanigansofabri6631
2 жыл бұрын
what a simple and easy way to repair those awkward tank dings..... thanks so much Red Rider
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@michaelakers8698
2 жыл бұрын
That's a good idea sometimes you can heat the dent with a hair dryer and cool it fast with water and the dent will pop out but I'm gonna make one of those neat tools to use too
@paulinemercer538
2 жыл бұрын
Nice to see Daughter and Dad working together my dad taught me to work on stuff to .Not hear now . You treasure the moments you have . Thanks for the tips on the dent removal never new that cool.👍👍🏴.
@jerrylong381
Жыл бұрын
Great job Red and Dad! The same tool can be used to leak test the tank too. Pressurize to 5-10 psi and either submerge in water or spray with soapy water, paying particular attention to the seams.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
Жыл бұрын
You bet ya!
@paulrobinson373
2 ай бұрын
Must be lovely to have a daughter that doesn't look at their phone all day, well done 👏👏👏👏👍
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 ай бұрын
😁
@reddmann2216
2 жыл бұрын
It's good to see old school bikers passing their knowledge down to the next generation...and to see the next generation taking it all in.. I choose the biker lifestyle and knew I couldn't live as I planned and be a dedicated family man too... But I've been involved in the raising of kids for sure...
@jd9308
2 жыл бұрын
Red Rider I love how you share all the tips/tricks to getting a job done without fancy and expensive tools. Just some good ol' fashion common sense approach. Everything doesn't have to be turned into rocket science to get the job done. Keep riding that sweet shovel up there in B.C. and stay safe!
@warrenp2022
2 жыл бұрын
Nice tool. The last time I had a dented tank was in 1974. A friend and I were out fooling with dirt bikes, I was doing a wheelie at around 30 mph and he popped out of the woods and went across my path before he saw me. No room to stop or avoid him, so I locked the brakes to get the front wheel back down to help slow before I hit him dead center. We survived, messed up both bikes, I crushed in both sides of my tank squeezing it hard also bent the handle bars, forks and front rim. His was not rideable so I went for a trailer on mine, slowly. The things we do when we are young (mid 20's) and irresponsible and somehow survive! ;-) I had forgotten about that until you reminded me, thanks.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Sounds scary! I almost had a similar encounter with a big buck the other night in a ride, will be putting that vid up soon.
@warrenp2022
2 жыл бұрын
@@RedRiderCanadaBC Glad you missed him, that would have hurt! I stopped riding at night for that reason. I live in the country and have a friendly doe and several generations of her family come and munch on the bird and sunflower seeds I put on the ground for them, the chipmunks, birds and whoever else shows up.
@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr
2 жыл бұрын
I had a quail go through my front wheel spokes at 60 mph one time! A lot of feathers, but it wasn’t fun!
@richiebainbridge2608
2 жыл бұрын
Great idea , simple and very effective. Proper teamwork as usual. Cheers Richie.
@leonardstanford1877
2 жыл бұрын
Got a couple tanks I'm gonna try it .I was thinking about heating the dent with a heat gun before using the air pump just to make the metal a little more playable .but a killer idea !
@richardmourdock2719
2 жыл бұрын
Definitely. Even just letting it sit out in the sun before doing this will make a difference. Years ago, after a hail storm, my Dad's car had all kinds of dents in it. He called the insurance man. The next day was sunny, bright and scorching hot. By the time the insurance man arrived all the dents were gone.
@g-loctv6114
Жыл бұрын
I'm really glad I found this video because I just bought my first bike and it's got a dent all around the top where the gas cap is. It's not in the greatest of shape but at least it's a Harley that I can call my own.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
Жыл бұрын
Awesome!! Yep, as long as it’s rideable and puts a smile on your face 😁
@joeybaker2480
2 жыл бұрын
Ingenious design for the tool Red. It must be another one of you dad's great ideas.
@bmp72
2 жыл бұрын
All the compressed air in there represents a lot of energy -> big boom if it goes wrong. Filling the tank with liquid will reduce the amount of compressed air, reducing the possible 'boom' making the procedure safer
@kevincraigyates5443
2 жыл бұрын
The gas will combust around 140 psi, still a great idea though as long as you don't use a compressor and completely drain fuel
@matthewswartz5864
11 ай бұрын
Hum.
@jamesball2128
2 жыл бұрын
Your dad is genius...I have a PHD in "African American Engineering" and I never would have been able to come up with a tool as good as that. Keep up the great work and I for one, like your vids and you!
@Ghostdog4
2 жыл бұрын
I see what you have done here! Great rephrasing! LOL
@robbieautrey3158
2 жыл бұрын
What a cool ideal and such a neat tool that you and your Dad made RED/Janis. Nice to see him in the video with you. Take care and be careful out there.
@robc1961
2 жыл бұрын
Your dad is old school cool. Need a tool ? Think about it for a minute then make it.. a great way to remove dents from a tank. Thanks Red !
@genefogarty5395
2 жыл бұрын
We used to used to use some fuel and a match, lol. Strap the tank down and toss the match. BOOM, dents gone. I've use air on dents that had no stretched metal with good results too. Anything with a crease and stretch usually means the stud gun needs to be pulled out to get it done right.
@charleycavanaugh5414
Жыл бұрын
Your Dad is a genius hun. And a good Dad . god Bless you both .
@RedRiderCanadaBC
Жыл бұрын
God bless you too ✌️😁
@neilhamill318
2 жыл бұрын
Was I impressed with the gadgets performance. Definitely. 👍
@rd-yw8gc
2 жыл бұрын
I've also seen this done with a small firecracker taking knee dents out of dirt bike tanks. But your tool gives you more control.
@mikejohnson-dl7vt
2 жыл бұрын
Nice, ❤ the "home invention tools" to remedy problems. Wish we were neighbors (got an '02 Super T needs exact same fix)😆👍
@yankeeryder7430
2 жыл бұрын
talk about innovative...!!! not only are you getting first hand learning experience from your dad as ive mentioned before...but we (the subscribers) are as well...... passing on the knowledge, experience and tricks to keep the motorcycle community in the wind....!!! ride safe y'all..
@hokaheyrider059
2 жыл бұрын
Being able to think is a wonderful thing and your dad obviously has that ability. That coupled with his skill at fabrication makes him a very valuable asset.
@eddiemartinez5168
2 жыл бұрын
I love that your not scared to get your hands dirty and that your learning thinks with your bike . Great video . By the way your a cute one red .
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 😊
@dmvs
2 жыл бұрын
Great, I love this. And I love you too, girl! 😉 I've also seen that pouring hot water over the dent helps to soften the metal temporarily.
@hippytrev7452
Жыл бұрын
wow a hand pump l was expecting a air compressor great work.. cheers
@RedRiderCanadaBC
Жыл бұрын
A hand pump is safer, you aren't as likely to burst welds.
@joracer1
Жыл бұрын
I use something similar back in the 80's to take dents out of 2 stroke pipes.. you are a cool woman...
@RedRiderCanadaBC
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 😁
@thomasprendergast2770
2 жыл бұрын
Ya that's a great idea done it myself often your right just don't wanna burst tank
@ClassicRider
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on that Dent ! Brilliant Approach -
@mikescott9213
2 жыл бұрын
If you clean the fuel out first you can heat up the dent. It might help pop out tight dents
@harleyj3938
2 жыл бұрын
Learned something new today. Thanks Red. 😎
@gregmardon6973
2 жыл бұрын
I definitely like you and I like your bike, I must add again, include your father once in awhile. It's very cool to see your pop.
@davidlarson3920
2 жыл бұрын
You make me smile every time I see ya Red😁👍
@dwwilliamsonsr1243
2 жыл бұрын
Instead of tapping on it or both use a heat gun too that might work you know how you can use heat to get the dents out of fenders and such definitely work on the tank too I like that tool you guys made thanks
@davidreynolds4684
Жыл бұрын
Thats a badass tire pump. Im impressed how easy you pumped it up. I guess i always had crappy pumps cause i couldnt get a bike tire pumped up till i was about to have a stroke. Go ahead and show the whole repair. Learn us. Good vid
@RedRiderCanadaBC
Жыл бұрын
That pump is like 15 years old and still works great!
@davidreynolds4684
Жыл бұрын
@@RedRiderCanadaBC jesus ive had new pumps that had me breathing heavier than a 2 dollar hooker in sunday school.
@TheRealCreepinogie
2 жыл бұрын
Your Dad's a smart guy. I've got a redhead daughter about your age too but she wants nothing to do with bikes.
@gregorykucera4235
2 жыл бұрын
That was great I will definitely remember that. Thanks again. Have a great day.
@robertmahaney2854
10 ай бұрын
Great job and a great save of a carbureted FXWDG tank they are getting hard to find these days.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
10 ай бұрын
Oh I didn’t know that! I’ve personally never like these tanks.
@wadehallstrom7260
2 жыл бұрын
You can use a torch ( CAREFULLY )to heat up the metal around the tight dents or creases . You and Your dad have skills . Thanks for vids !
@RedRiderCanadaBC
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@mitchculb780
2 жыл бұрын
I`ve used the same principle many times on different tanks and usually it works, sometimes the dent are stubborn and require more forceful measures anyway, glad it worked for you.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
Жыл бұрын
It works good for some dents. But smaller dents are a little tougher to deal with.
@BradleyY8540
Жыл бұрын
Dang it! Where was this video last year when I ditched my tank! Thank you for this.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@marklaramie7393
2 жыл бұрын
Good job guys, pretty cool
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks !
@markh.harris9271
2 жыл бұрын
Cool trick, Red. You two teach me a lot. Thanks!
@salvadorbarrera4377
2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are teaching me a lot about motorcycles , Harley Davidson to be exact
@strokerwatson4770
2 жыл бұрын
You are getting it done that's all that counts you guys make a good team 👍 keep up the great work my friend stay safe be blessed
@BillySBC
Жыл бұрын
Good idea! Not a total answer but a very big part of it. Thanks for posting this.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! I hope it was helpful 🙂
@MrKoladge
Жыл бұрын
I’ve don’t this for years. I add heat to mine and you watch the dent come right out. Nice job!!
@RedRiderCanadaBC
Жыл бұрын
Cool, thanks!
@SLED649
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Red! Thanks for that nugget of knowledge!
@ernestwilliams3112
2 жыл бұрын
I like that you work with your dad!
@jimscycleandautotn8508
2 жыл бұрын
Hell yea Red , that's slick ✊ . I appreciate the knowledge to you and your Paw .
@paulgaddis36
Жыл бұрын
I have put tank on my sportser, not sur if it to tight of a dent to use this method but I’m sure going to try it.
@rickteeters6329
Жыл бұрын
I have a dyna tank with a small dent. Swap meet purchase. I bought a new fuel gauge and sending unit was planning on using it. Never did lol but I have a complete dyna tank.
@jeremyhanna3852
2 жыл бұрын
Drill a tiny hole in the end of the toggle lock and tie a piece of fishing line to it coil the line above of the tank lip and when it's time to remove it pull back on the fishing line which collapses it back against the rod and it comes right out
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Good idea
@davidcoyote8921
2 жыл бұрын
Dad knows best 👍
@tomnicholl8171
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent info. I did kind of the same thing a few years ago. I was restoring a 1974 Honda XL350, I bought new in 74. The tank got dented while dirt riding. I filled it with water, but did not install the cap. I placed it in the freezer for about 1 week. It froze solid and popped out the dent, with no bondo before painting it.
@paulhare662
2 жыл бұрын
Hmmm....
@Dodsonmonty
2 жыл бұрын
I used a crows foot socket to get the toogle bolt out. But it does work great unless you have a crease. Great video.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@dogpaw775
2 жыл бұрын
i like this show, makes me feel like back in the early 70's, not a bad thing, comfortable, chilled. bet yer' pop's has some more top tips for mo' sickle riders? i'll start, a rubber will carry almost a quart of fuel if you run out and need to transfer from your buddies tank. next...?
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like the videos, thanks for watching!
@gregmardon6973
2 жыл бұрын
You are gorgeous, and everything else you do is wonderful. It was great to see your father, he needs to show up more in your videos.
@jeffburton2282
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information 👍
@chesta-dacheetaa8754
2 жыл бұрын
Good morning Red Rider🏡🌞🚜,im drinking coffee ,wishing i had a coffee mugg like your Dad!!,,,,i started laughing bcuz sometimes, i carry my coffee pot with me in my shop,,eye use it as a mug,,its jus much Larger,,lol,,,great content Red ,,that tool worked nicely."""GOOD DAY YA,LL!!😎👍""
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Lol well whatever works! You must drink a lot of coffee. My dads mug holds two mugs of coffee, me and my siblings got that for him one year for Father’s Day from star bucks. It’s like 25 years old!
@lowdesertbiker6969
2 ай бұрын
We like YOU! (and the tech tips are cool too...)
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 ай бұрын
😁😁
@Sconnie470
2 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing. I'm working on a dented tank right now. Thanks for the video!
@davidhawkins1295
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, great explanation of how you made the tool and how it works. Old school stuff there. Great job and best of luck with your bike.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
@douglas9607
2 жыл бұрын
Wow. that worked good. thanks for the tip. Hey to Pop.
@o.u.t.olduglytroll3712
2 жыл бұрын
hey back at'cha doug.
@anonimous2451
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, NOW I have to make one. Got 3 tanks that need dent removal done. This will be put into practice and hopefully I can save the tanks. 2 from early 80's and 1 from 90's.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Good luck! We only went up to about 15psi on this tank to prevent from distorting it. Using a tie strap to hold the tank from becoming misshapen can work also.
@anonimous2451
2 жыл бұрын
@@RedRiderCanadaBC Woot, Bonus info and a great idea. Thanks again
@juniorcopeland9082
2 жыл бұрын
That's a very good idea, I've taken dents out of tanks before, just by cramming a rag down around the air nozzle while it's in the tank, that method works sometimes but your way is much better, I'm thinking that someone makes a tool for that too ? Nice job, thanks for sharing !! ✌
@charlescrawford106
2 жыл бұрын
Hey red rider that was so awesome and super smart using a hand pump. I'm going to try to do my tank tomorrow thank you so much
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@handyhippie6548
2 жыл бұрын
that's a slick trick. i'll have to remember this for the future. thanx!
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@stevenstats139
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Red Rider and Dad. Best Wishes!
@o.u.t.olduglytroll3712
2 жыл бұрын
hi steve, best you as well.
@robertbearce1704
2 жыл бұрын
That is awesome. I've heard of others doing that but never seen anyone actually do it. Really good vidieo Red. Thank u so much.
@jaybales3160
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the demonstration. Liking your dad, you and our bike. 😎
@MinnowMoto
2 жыл бұрын
That is so cool, Never seen it done that way. Great share. New Sub!
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@COLLAR01
2 жыл бұрын
This method works for smashed headers as well with some torch added
@rogermcard4442
2 жыл бұрын
We all think your cool red 😎, good job on tank, as simple as it was there are a lot of folk who might not know how to do things. It’s not all about digging deep into pockets for dealerships to make more out of us 👍😎🤪🤪
@ridingonruby3287
2 жыл бұрын
Great job and great tip for us all. Awesome video. ✌
@moustachemike7128
2 жыл бұрын
back in the day we used to freeze them out..but some time ya pop seam ..it worked..
@pkerit308
2 ай бұрын
1:59 I prefer a longer piece that goes into the tank. That way the piece clamps against the tank on both ends of the piece. Thats a better clamp. The hole in my piece is large so the piece tilts to go into the tank..
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 ай бұрын
Whatever works!! 👍
@markmoffett6813
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again for another great video and sharing this technique. Mark from Maryland
@roberttill3787
2 жыл бұрын
The tank needs bolting down to the workbench or a jig, and the dent working out with PDR equipment and methods. You would even get the crease out that was quickly dismissed as they moved on to other aspects of what they were doing.
@thomasborger6548
Жыл бұрын
I am envious of the gent's hair!
@patadamson4005
2 жыл бұрын
You might get the smaller dents with one of the hot glue dent pullers with the help of the air pressure.
@blipco5
2 жыл бұрын
That’s a great idea. It may be better to do that with the tank still bolted in the bike so the mounting points can’t shift.
@donaldoehl7690
2 жыл бұрын
While your tank is pressurized brush on some soapy water and check for leaks at all the seams. I would also remove petcock and screw on plug made from old petcock. And as long as we're already this far pour a couple cans of coke in there and let it soak for a day or 2.
@1fknhpycmpr355
2 жыл бұрын
Thats a neat trick! I have heard that some guys use same method, but they heat the dents carefully. But the tank must be rinsed properly when doing this version.
@RedRiderCanadaBC
2 жыл бұрын
Hey, we know of the heat trick but just didn’t want to have to wash the tank out, or burn the paint off. I plan on changing the tank at some point soon anyway, this is just a quick make it “good enough” job to get it through an inspection. Thanks for the tip though!
@1fknhpycmpr355
2 жыл бұрын
@@RedRiderCanadaBC Yeah, i figured out something like that you tried to save the paint, since your dad had a rubber mallet there, instead of body hammer.
@peteosinga8845
2 жыл бұрын
Would a heat gun help?
@robg3284
2 жыл бұрын
i like red heads, will keep watching
@ClassicRider
Жыл бұрын
I was sharing this - as it is true brilliance -
@RedRiderCanadaBC
11 ай бұрын
Thank you ☺️
@DCMcF
2 жыл бұрын
Back in the olde club days of my dads' one of his buddys kid got the nickname divot cause he always had a dent in his head .. Anyways a guy brought over an 06 softtail less than 20,000 miles & has a stage 3 kit that he got for 5 grand cheap and wanted to get a few accessories and engine guard put on, in the process showing me the big dent in his gas tank. Explaining that the previous owner sold it being that he still don't know whether if he was embarrassed or pissed after the fact that he parked it kickstand down on the slope of his garage grate drain. And when he came back outside it was laidd down and now has a 4" round dent on the front radius of the tank. Being all black it isn't noticeable, but I did tell him that's a big divot, & looked at me funny.. With that, swell job & ingenuity & I can show him this vid. 👍 🦇
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