I Turned a $10 Pocket Knife Into a Hot Rod Upgrade + Seat Issues FIXED!

Today’s video is a deep dive into one of the most frustrating parts of building custom cars—electrical troubleshooting. After welding, my driver’s seat suddenly quit working while the passenger seat works flawlessly. I’ve tested three different seat control modules, wired everything out, and even powered the motors directly—still nothing through the module. After endless trial and error with a 20V DeWalt drill battery, the answer finally came!

Once the seat mystery is solved, I move on to a unique fabrication trick—repurposing a vintage pocket knife into a custom engraved lever for the interior. It’s a budget-friendly way to get period-correct detailing without expensive engraving work. Plus, I share a quick Lowe’s clearance hack to stock up on shop supplies for cheap.

If you’re into custom hot rod builds, DIY fabrication, electrical troubleshooting, and budget tips, this one’s for you.

⏩ Watch as we:
• Troubleshoot a dead driver’s seat module step by step
• Discover why 20V batteries don’t always work on 12V electronics
• Turn a vintage pocket knife into a custom interior piece
• Share money-saving garage tips from big box store clearance aisles

This channel is all about real-world car building, fabrication challenges, and creative problem solving—no fluff, just the raw process.

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