picked up this machine about a month ago and it had a blown engine. when l looked into replacing the factory setup I found it to be too expensive so I made my own drive train. in this video we finish hooking it up and take it out for a test drive toward the end of the video.I had a blast . still have more work to get it ready for the water but we are well on our way now. the playlist for the build of this machine is right here, https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZJS6Md1UOg2EttBgPK8W_eO9pxkdDnK1

By Mustie

14 thoughts on “Beaver amphibious vehicle 1st test ride in 25 years”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Doak 48 says:

    What a frankenmonster this has become like all of your creations. Love to see you restore something.

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Hola! Fred Schneider says:

    Need a z bend tool from tarrall dactal

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Edward says:

    overkill on the exhaust / top engine bracket. didnt need the gussets in my humble opinion.

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Deplorable B.R. says:

    Fire it up, fire it up, fire it up!!! SHUT UP!!! Oops, wrong channel.

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Victor's Variety Channel says:

    You did it! Awesome

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dasdfjkl says:

    Taryldactle sent us, I want to see the beaver.

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars SWEET 23 says:

    I would totally crash that.. the go button and the turning would definitely mess me up haha๐Ÿคฆ

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ismail Muller says:

    Hey Mustie, I know this is an older video, but Iโ€™m binging the channel now… So, the bracket for the throttle spring came from lady overs from the police cushman gate hinges, didnโ€™t it?

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars David Clapham says:

    The cork gasket cutting was very clever – nice

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars immrnoidall says:

    LOL. takes off at a hundred in the back yard,laughing like a little kid. awesome .

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Charles Tucker says:

    I would get rid of the "kill switch" and hook the kill wire to the 'start' position for the reverse on the original switch. Then you don't have to remember which way to flip the switch. It will always start when you turn the key to the right, and die when you turn it to the far left.๐Ÿ˜Ž
    You would have to use a solenoid , so when you turn the key to the left, it would ground the kill wire.

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars strokenumber3 says:

    Lily the lab, typical of the breed; friendly, gentle and loves the water . Great dog.

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars MARK says:

    Is that a Custom 880 Convertible? I had one near Sea-Tac, WA that I sold. Had a 440 Six Pac. Beautiful car.

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars M. TTT. says:

    Never seen the cable oiler, I am now buying one!

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