About this episode
Anyone who knows modified cars will have heard of the Ring Brothers, builders of some of the greatest custom machines ever conceived. With huge scope and an equally impressive price tag, these incredible vehicles take every single piece of a build to the next level. This week, we’re sitting down with the fabricator responsible for bringing these works of art to life. 👉 Use code ‘RING100’ to get $100 off HPA’s Fabrication Starter Package:https://hpcdmy.co/fpackageb When it comes to fabrication, Ring Brothers’ Ryan Fielding is all about the finer details, and that makes him the perfect person to head up the creation of this Wisconsin-based shop’s incredibly impressive builds that somehow perfectly mix subtle with insane. Ryan kicks off the conversation by telling us how he got involved in fabrication and eventually made his way into the Ring Brothers shop. That naturally takes us to the company itself, and Ryan spends time discussing Ring Brothers’ ethos in building its unique resto-mod machines. This involves thinking outside the box, unmatched craftsmanship, and a whole lot of attention to detail. With build budgets starting at around $600,000, we had to ask — how is that kind of money justified, how do they find the type of enthusiasts who want to spend the big bucks, and what do these customers get for their money? Ryan also discusses his likes and dislikes in the fabrication game, Ring Brothers’ latest Aston Martin build, as well as what improvements in 3D printing and scanning technologies have done for his work. With some great chats on TIG welding, and a dive into what separates an average fabricator from a great one, this episode is perfect for anyone interested in the fabrication game. Instagram: @fabguy_ryan , @ringbrothers Facebook: Ringbrothers Youtube: Ringbrothers WWW: ringbrothers.com 👉 Don’t forget, you can use ‘‘RING100’ to get $100 off HPA’s Fabrication Starter Package: https://hpcdmy.co/fpackageb Timestamps: 0:00 Fabricating the BEST Custom Cars on Earth. 4:20 How did you get interested in cars? 6:53 Do you have any formal qualifications? 9:27 What do you think separates a high-level fabricator from an average fabricator? 13:42 What is it that keeps you passionate about fabrication? 17:14 Give us an overview of Ring Brothers? 23:54 When did Ring Bros become a big name in the custom car scene? 29:59 What does your typical build process look like? 34:26 How do you find the clients for these SEMA-level builds? 39:49 What does a Ring Brothers build cost? 41:26 How much input does the customer have in these builds? 48:55 How long does one of your big-end builds take? 52:41 How do you keep price expectations updated with your clients? 56:20 Why are Roadster Shop chassis so good? 1:02:34 Do you do wiring in-house? 1:05:05 How long have Ring Brothers been using CAD, 3D scanning & modelling? 1:09:24 Why did you decide to bring CNC machining in-house? 1:13:21 Give us the rundown on the Aston Martin DBS 1:17:36 How do you decide to use carbon fibre or steel? Pros and cons? 1:23:49 Is there still a place for a MIG welder in Motorsport Fabrication? 1:26:57 Top 3 TIG Welding tips? 1:33:53 What to look for when buying a MIG or TIG? 1:38:39 What fabrication equipment are you using on a daily basis? 1:44:29 Final 3 questions