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I HATE Tire Service Companies - 2018 Subaru Forester Lug Studs and Nuts Replacement
Some company did my friend dirty. BAD dirty. They put tires on the Subaru after "servicing" and broke at least 5 lug studs. ALL TIRES had some form of either broken lug studs and or nuts. Also they put on mix-matched lug nuts as well. The mechanic told the customer to send it, and their service writer also told them: "Its fine don't worry about it." Unbelievable! We will right the wrong that the incompetent mechanics and tire company has done.
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Stuffing a Toolbox Into the Service Truck
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I purchased a toolbox from Home Depot. Lets see if I can just barely squeeze it into my service truck. Some angle grinders, cutting torches, and whiz wheels will be the name of the game today......as well inadvertently starting to catch my truck on fire..... Sorted George's 65 Coronet ua-cam.com/video/ZdQrvGFbbRM/v-deo.html
Swapping Tires On the Troy-Bilt Horse Tiller Without Removing Rims
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I wanted to show everyone how you can remove our tire on your tiller without removing the rim in case your rims are frozen to the drive axle. We will be replacing the turf style tire with a more aggressive cleat style traction tire for better gripping in soft dirt. Tire is the factory 4.80/4.00x8. You might need a bead buster (which is shown in the video) in order to break the tire bead from th...
John Deere 1050 Water In Engine Oil! What Broke? Gaskets? Cyl Liners? (Yanmar 3T90T)
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This John Deere 1050 tractor was being driven and overheated on the operator. Operator checked the coolant when the engine cooled down and noticed most of the water was gone. The oil level was checked and was found that the coolant had leaked into the crankcase as the oil was grey and the oil level rose by ~2 inches! Yikes! What happened? Watch and find out! We take the cylinder head off, exami...
Fixing All Gauges: Ammeter, Temp, Fuel, Oil Pressure Gauge, Instrument Voltage Reg. 1968 Ford F-350
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Fixing an instrument cluster gauge set on a 68 F-350 where not one gauge was working correctly or was erroneously reporting information. We look at most of the circuit wires and components including the IVR (Instrument Voltage Regulator).
Removing the Front Clip on the Fire Damaged 77 Ford F250
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Removal of the front clip on the 77 F250 so I can get to the firewall to later scrub it down and freshen it up before the engine install.
Installing A Manual Choke for an Edelbrock 1406 Carburetor on a 68 Ford F350
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This 68 Ford F350 dump bed came without a working choke. Sssooo lets fix it! This video will also prove useful if you want to convert your automatic electric choke to a full manual choke. Manual Choke Kit allcarbs.com/product/edelbrock-manual-choke-kit/
Interior Strip on the 77 F20 Super Cab Ranger XLT
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In this episode my Brosif aka "TransAmHologram" starts to teardown the interior of his 77 pickup. Also reveled is some rust "issues" that we might have to address. Goodie haha www.youtube.com/@TransAmHologram
How to Extract Cylinder Head Exhaust Studs
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Today we work on broken exhaust bolt studs. Every mechanics favorite subject!! We use both the drill and tap method as well as fire and ice. Results? Favorable. Sorted George Garage Link: @SortedGeorgeGarage
Dismounting and Remounting Split Ring Rim Wheels
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What is it like to work on ancient split ring rim wheels with biased tires and tubes? A PAIN!!! But for demonstration purposes we will dig into what it takes to break them down and reassemble them.
How To Remove a Frozen Piston From an Engine...... with a 10 LB Sledgehammer!
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YES! We push those piston pounders from there frozen holes. And goodness sake what a chore that was. We will also explore if this engine can get away with a refurbishment or if it will need a rebuild. Sorted George Garage www.youtube.com/@SortedGeorgeGarage
Engine Removal Day for the 1977 Ford F-250 Ranger XLT Super Cab
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The big ol' 460CI powerplant finally comes out of its fire laden grave. One step closer tooo......... I don't know...madness? Ya ya lets roll with that.
Is the Ford 460 Engine Frozen? - 1977 Ford F-250 Ranger XLT Super Cab
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We finally find out if the 460 engine is frozen! As well as what direction we shall proceed with said power plant. (The direction I'm sure will most likely be in a circular pattern as is proper here haha!)
My First Tow with Lil' Tugger - Towing the 1977 Ford F250 XLT Ranger Super Cab
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I hooked up Lil' Tugger for the journey back. There was plenty of prep such as tire swapping, dropping drivelines, and after the tow was over? Oh no more brilliant surprises that I could have done without!
What is the True Mileage on the 1977 Ford F250 XLT Ranger Super Cab?
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What is the True Mileage on the 1977 Ford F250 XLT Ranger Super Cab?
Build Sheet Found! Plus Interior Rip-out - 1977 Ford F250 XLT Ranger Super Cab
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Build Sheet Found! Plus Interior Rip-out - 1977 Ford F250 XLT Ranger Super Cab
Engine Fire Reveal and Wash Day - 1977 Ford F250 XLT Ranger Super Cab?
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Engine Fire Reveal and Wash Day - 1977 Ford F250 XLT Ranger Super Cab?
Rescued 17 Years After an Engine Fire - 1977 Ford F250 XLT Ranger Super Cab 460 CI
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Rescued 17 Years After an Engine Fire - 1977 Ford F250 XLT Ranger Super Cab 460 CI
Trying To Open the Driver Door on Lil Tugger
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Trying To Open the Driver Door on Lil Tugger
I Bought My 1st Tow Truck "Lil Tugger" -1989 International S1900 DT466 Holmes 500 Split Boom Wrecker
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I Bought My 1st Tow Truck "Lil Tugger" -1989 International S1900 DT466 Holmes 500 Split Boom Wrecker
Ride Along 1971 Chrysler New Yorker - End of a Series
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Ride Along 1971 Chrysler New Yorker - End of a Series
New Tires for the 1971 Chrysler New Yorker!
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New Tires for the 1971 Chrysler New Yorker!
Electrical Shenanigans (Thank You Rodents) - 1971 Chrysler New Yorker
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Electrical Shenanigans (Thank You Rodents) - 1971 Chrysler New Yorker
Loving my Levers - Unfreezing Bucket Lever Controls - 1959 Case Tractor 300
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Loving my Levers - Unfreezing Bucket Lever Controls - 1959 Case Tractor 300
I forgot something on the 1971 NewYorker..............
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I forgot something on the 1971 NewYorker..............
Generator Not Charging Battery? Testing Generator and Regulator on the 1959 Case 300 Tractor
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Generator Not Charging Battery? Testing Generator and Regulator on the 1959 Case 300 Tractor
1991 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Rare Touring Sedan Edition - Tour and Ride Along
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1991 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Rare Touring Sedan Edition - Tour and Ride Along
Minor Tuneup on the 3.8l 1991 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Touring Sedan
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Minor Tuneup on the 3.8l 1991 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Touring Sedan
Pressure Wash and Cleanup - 91 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
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Pressure Wash and Cleanup - 91 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
1991 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Touring Sedan Edition - Fuel Pump Fuse Issues
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1991 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Touring Sedan Edition - Fuel Pump Fuse Issues

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  • @tmnixis1675
    @tmnixis1675 12 годин тому

    i have to do a forklift wheel like this after the weekend. wish me luck

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 9 годин тому

      Ooof! Best of luck next week boss🫠💪🏼👏🏼

  • @rob64usa61
    @rob64usa61 3 дні тому

    Well done SM, can't believe they let her go leaving the studs and nuts like that. Looking forward to seeing the next installment of old yeller too. 🤠

  • @blight6080
    @blight6080 4 дні тому

    Just another note here Swede. I don't remember having to remove the hub assembly to replace studs. They usually have openings where the stud can be driven through the back and the new one pulled thru with an impact, lug and washer. Would that apply here by chance Internet People?

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 3 дні тому

      It might. I wasn’t paying attention to be honest. Hopefully someone else can chime in here👍🏼

  • @joshforland
    @joshforland 5 днів тому

    Must've taken them to a Les Schwab lmao

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 2 дні тому

      Things have been worse since Les died I’ve noticed

  • @cigarsgunsandgasoline8032
    @cigarsgunsandgasoline8032 5 днів тому

    I use Tirerack's mobile installation... that way I can watch them like a hawk!

  • @CaptFerd
    @CaptFerd 5 днів тому

    You are misinforming a lot of people on this subject. 10 years of tire service I can tell you that every lug or stud I ever broke was from taking the nut off and never putting it on. Because of this you would have to go back to the previous installer usually the owners that cross threaded the nut on the stud putting it on. This situation would automatically become my fault and my responsibility to repair because it broke when taking it off. The exact accusation that you make in this video. I can tell by looking this is exactly what happened to these lugs. Most likely previously rammed on with an impact and not started by hand as you correctly did in your video. Great repair job by the way.

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 5 днів тому

      There are still good mechanics out there. Glad you’re one of them. It’s a shame how much effort you have to go thru these days to find one. Thanks for stopping by.

  • @MrClickbang357
    @MrClickbang357 6 днів тому

    I liked how you got rid of ALL of the lug studs and nuts and replaced with new! no tellin what stage of fucked up the others were and no reason to play Russian roulette with semi screwed up parts> here in North Carolina we had a company come in and buy out a VERY reliable trusted tire service chain and now they jacked their hourly rate to more than $150!!! AND ttheir work, service and attitude turned to garbage! Caveat emptor! (Latin for buyer beware!)

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 5 днів тому

      WOAH!! $150 / hr? Sheesh if I had to pay that I’d better be at the dealership getting repairs! Yes, there was no way I would trust any of that hardware. I told my friend we are placing all 20 studs, and 20 nuts. That’s the only way I could guarantee safety 😉

  • @bowdoin5063
    @bowdoin5063 6 днів тому

    Why can't you name the company

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 6 днів тому

      I would love to name and shame. However I also don’t need internet harassment to muck up the ability for my friend to get a conflict resolution from said company.

    • @bowdoin5063
      @bowdoin5063 6 днів тому

      @@SwedeMachine Agreed / Thank you

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 6 днів тому

      Valid question and most welcome

  • @jeffhill3681
    @jeffhill3681 6 днів тому

    First of all, tire breakers make minimum wage (or as close as possible), usually means untrained kids and temporary employees. Typically you find a problem created the last time the wheels were installed the next time you need to remove them. As far as mis-mached nuts, I worked in a university city with 7 auto parts stores and often couldn't find 5 correct lug nuts for common US cars, let alone 12 x 1.25 Japanese lug nuts. Still sending it without repairs is not cool, unless the customer specifically refused repairs.

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 6 днів тому

      You know your lug nut thread pitch size. Very good! Yes even if they had to order them it would only take a few days to get them. I get it some parts are not commonly in stock and you’ve got to chase them down. That’s fine. Due to slight surface rust on the broken studs it’s been more than a few days. Probably months I’m guessing. I’d have to ask the owner. So there was more than enough time to fix them. I know we all start somewhere with our skill set, but this is a pretty crucial piece of hardware that definitely demands special attention. Thank you for sharing👍🏼

  • @prevost8686
    @prevost8686 6 днів тому

    Modern air impact guns can easily reach 1200lb. ft. I know that it’s more trouble but I used a torque wrench to finish tightening wheels after running the nuts up snug with an air gun. Due to the massive number of guys getting out of the automotive industry many places have hired warm bodies to try to fill the gaps. 80% of young graduates of automotive repair schools quit within the first two years after graduating. It’s got exponentially worse post-Wuhan lockdowns. Unfortunately it’s not going to get better anytime soon. The exodus of good people from the automotive industry has been an ongoing problem for at least 25 years and it hasn’t caused any significant change in how shops compensate good workers.

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 6 днів тому

      I agree and it’s a shame and scary. The ol’Rona didn’t do any good for the blue collar worker. 1200 lbs? Sheesh well there you go. I am grateful that I got my degree and can use it to help people in need like this. My heart really goes out to those single parents with kids who don’t have time to mess about repairing their car and get hosed like this. If anyone knows of such a situation please do them a solid if practicable. Thanks for sharing✌🏼

  • @Vaino_Hotti
    @Vaino_Hotti 6 днів тому

    Had a tire shop ruin a set of original 5x5.5 Lincoln steelies, they uggadugga'd the nuts on so far the cones bottomed out on the face of the brake drums, completely flattening the center section of the steel wheels. Once loosened back out, the wheels were unsafe to use as they wouldn't clamp properly anymore. They ended up begrudgingly paying me enough for new wheels. Since factory replacement 5x5.5 steelies aren't cheap, I ended up buying a used set off a friend and used the rest of the reimbursement to get the old wheels repaired and refinished. Fortunately a couple years ago I found a small tire shop with good, honest folk. I've become a repeat customer and they have noticed that too, I've gotten good deals and discounts a few times!

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 6 днів тому

      They flattened the steel wheels mounting surface? Wow! I’m glad you eventually found a competent shop. They’re out there, but sometimes the journey to find them can be very rough. Yikes man!

  • @TemeraireJimny
    @TemeraireJimny 6 днів тому

    And this is why I have been forced into being the competent journeyman mechanic that I am. Too often burned by allegedly professional outfits so now I look after myself my family and friends. I just need a bigger space then I can have more and do more.

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 6 днів тому

      Good for you! I’ve struggled with space myself. But to have your repairs done right by yourself is huge!

  • @michaelmartin2276
    @michaelmartin2276 7 днів тому

    As a mechanic for 45 years I've seen so much of this crap. Hey if you break it be a pro and fix it ! I recently had new tires put on my 2011 RAM. By PEP boys. The musta used the most powerful impact wrench ever made to my lug nuts ! Ended up breaking about half of the bolts to get them off. Took literally 2 days to get done ! I brought them all back to the same PEP boys and tossed them on the service counter and ask for Benny, the guy who did the tires so I could very politely tell him to take each and every nut and bolt and slowly as to no do major damage to his asshole place beach one as far up his ass he can get then, no use for penetration oil or motor oil is to be used. Then a lovely young woman, tiny and petite came up and smiles at me and announced she is Benny.........I just proceeded to walk out with my nuts in my hand, got to my truck and cried !

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 6 днів тому

      Wow! You broke half if them! Sheesh man. That’s crazy! I agree. If you break it, then let me know and fix it. Sheesh you his have a lot of stories with this subject. Makes me sad and upset to hear. But I do appreciate you sharing✌🏼

  • @davida.p.9911
    @davida.p.9911 7 днів тому

    I've had my studs and lug nuts cross threaded before, but I've never seen anything like this....amazing, and obviously not in a good way. I once had a shop that left my oil drain plug loose and it was leaking bad. Took it back to get them to fix it and they acted like it was my fault. It's unbelievable what people do to others and think they can get away with it. Good job getting this fixed! I'd try to get some kind of restitution from that shop if i were them. Thanks for sharing!

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 7 днів тому

      Sheesh man the oil plug story was crazy too! I’ll follow up with you guys if progress is made with a shop who did this. Unbelievable indeed David. Most welcome. ✌🏼

  • @mrvang8077
    @mrvang8077 7 днів тому

    This is why I never let anyone touch my car. Especially those shady ass mechanic.

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 7 днів тому

      10-4 on that boss👌🏼

    • @prevost8686
      @prevost8686 6 днів тому

      My shop would instantly terminate a goober for doing such butchery. We do great work with integrity and we work by appointment only . We ain’t cheap and we turn people away almost everyday. Good shops still exist but they are few and far between.

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 6 днів тому

      @@prevost8686 They’re are indeed many good shops still out there! Glad to hear tires one of them! This industry will always be plagued by these issues. But build yourself up a good reputation and and you should always have a steady stream of customers👍🏼

  • @blight6080
    @blight6080 7 днів тому

    This shop should be held accountable.

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 7 днів тому

      I will follow up with my friend with the situation. Hopefully I can report back someday day when / if I hear something. Completely agree!

  • @markzaborowski4143
    @markzaborowski4143 7 днів тому

    I used to stack up a bunch of washers and then impact a lug nut on and it would pull the new stud right on through....both ways get the the job done!

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 7 днів тому

      That works too! Thanks for top tip!

  • @fahadalmeraikhi6258
    @fahadalmeraikhi6258 7 днів тому

    I absolutely love your videos and your handwork is truly admirable. I was wondering, do you sell any of these or are planning to in the future?

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 7 днів тому

      Bless! Thanks. Most vehicles on this channel is owned family and friends and won’t be for sale. The ones that will be for sale I’ll let you guys know. Thanks for stopping by and seeing my dumpster fire content 🤣🫠

  • @jacksplumbingvideos7147
    @jacksplumbingvideos7147 10 днів тому

    That old tube had a TR150 valve stem which was hand bendable, I like the old tubes more because they were heavier and are good to keep for things like swimming or snow tubing.

  • @ashleigh6219
    @ashleigh6219 11 днів тому

    Was this stovalls in tennessees wrecker before?

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 10 днів тому

      I checked Stovall’s paint job and no I don’t think so. I was able to find to company who had lil tugger with his current paint job and that tow company is still in business in California. (Dumb luck I found an original business card inside the cab) 😉

  • @ClownsWorldARTE
    @ClownsWorldARTE 12 днів тому

    What is that flap called in the back

  • @adamaxe1
    @adamaxe1 13 днів тому

    24:40

  • @Tc-bj6eo
    @Tc-bj6eo 13 днів тому

    Where did you find the tires?

  • @PaulHigginbothamSr
    @PaulHigginbothamSr 14 днів тому

    That is with gobbes of diesel in so yah. And starting your tractor about the last thing ya'll do if it isn't leaking IS REMOVE IT AND THE RADIATOR. The only thermostat in the world without a bolt on top. And what in heavens name are you doing to the bushes?

  • @JohnShields-xx1yk
    @JohnShields-xx1yk 15 днів тому

    We had the 71 Newport blue with black vinyl black int, great car, it had bucket seats, which was odd for a car that big.

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 15 днів тому

      Ohh that is a odd option. Thanks for sharing!

  • @markbehr88
    @markbehr88 18 днів тому

    Thanks. I enjoyed the video. 👍. I have a 1991 Olds 98.

  • @tedbastwock3810
    @tedbastwock3810 18 днів тому

    I love 2OR, 22R, and 22RE, this vid is fantastic. New sub. Thanks for sharing

  • @melockavich9596
    @melockavich9596 20 днів тому

    shitting because gets like 2 mpg

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 19 днів тому

      You don’t buy these cars for fuel economy lol

  • @tonytalks9070
    @tonytalks9070 22 дні тому

    This looks similar to a 1990s Lincoln town car, especially the trunk areas and door panels! Did Lincoln and Oldsmobile share parts back then?!

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 21 день тому

      I highly doubt Ford was sharing parts with General Motors but some days you do wonder😏

  • @timothelambert5147
    @timothelambert5147 24 дні тому

    When GM tried to revived the big car 91 to 96 with the Olds 98, Chevy Caprice, Buick Roadmaster and even the Bonneville I think the Olds was the nicest

  • @rob64usa61
    @rob64usa61 24 дні тому

    Another enjoyable video and great fit with the Husky. Keep it up and stay silly. 🤪🤠👍

  • @MichaelMaxwell-tf5gn
    @MichaelMaxwell-tf5gn 26 днів тому

    Thanks for doing this video man, you were very good at all aspects to me. You should continue doing this.. love it!!!

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 25 днів тому

      Ahh thank you much. Bless✌🏼

  • @DaySunSkar
    @DaySunSkar 26 днів тому

    Hey where did you order the manual choke conversion parts from? Such as the bracket and screws I’m having the same issues with choke going limp causing the vehicle to high idle randomly. and would rather have the manual back! Thank you if you see this! And thank you for your video either way my friend!

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 25 днів тому

      Oh man it took me a minute to find it the first time. Here is the link: allcarbs.com/product/edelbrock-manual-choke-kit/ Don’t know why it’s not more commonly available. But it’s there!

    • @DaySunSkar
      @DaySunSkar 25 днів тому

      @@SwedeMachinethank you so much 🎉 you’ve made this Norwegians day!

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine 25 днів тому

      @@DaySunSkar Most Welcome!

  • @scottfoster2487
    @scottfoster2487 Місяць тому

    I have never laughed so hard, man enjoying life and making it enjoyable to watch. Great up grade to the truck.

  • @Dameclese
    @Dameclese Місяць тому

    door no close because the lip is bent out. Use hammer mash lip flat agassint new tool kit

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine Місяць тому

      Actually the latch lock was protruding a little too much and hitting the toolbox. A quick dremel operation and I got it sorted. Thanks for watching!

  • @danielstrachan8988
    @danielstrachan8988 Місяць тому

    😁😁👍👍

  • @jerrytobin88
    @jerrytobin88 Місяць тому

    Remember when they were getting rid of the split rim in the late 70s or the 80s?

  • @peterdelestrez8880
    @peterdelestrez8880 Місяць тому

    Beautiful car. But, I would need A/C and cruise control.

  • @davida.p.9911
    @davida.p.9911 Місяць тому

    Glad the propane tanks weren't there.....Oooo! 😬🔥 With those fancy casters, im suprised they didnt put fake white letters on the wheels. 😅😅 The toolbox looks great!! 👍👍

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine Місяць тому

      I would give it a half point if it did have white letters on the wheels lol. Thanks David appreciate it🙂

  • @prevost8686
    @prevost8686 Місяць тому

    👍

  • @Vaino_Hotti
    @Vaino_Hotti Місяць тому

    "looks like they should fit" - what I thought of chinese engine mounts that I bought for my Mercury. Only a drill, angle grinder and different bolts were required to make them fit.

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine Місяць тому

      Oof. Yeah anything coming Asia will always have me doubting it’s “plug and play” so to speak. 🙃

  • @brianl6798
    @brianl6798 Місяць тому

    Good thing Husky made that exactly for that purpose... fit great. I'd luv a service truck to mobilize my tools. Good thing ya didn't burn her down! Keep it up.

  • @broman260
    @broman260 Місяць тому

    Those rims aren't stock on that car. The ninety-eights didn't come with those until 94 I think.

  • @michaeldarnell1570
    @michaeldarnell1570 Місяць тому

    Great videos! I'm about to dive into a 77 longbed that has been in my wife's family since it was new. It is a 5 speed with the 20R, but it's been sitting close to 20 years. Thankful that it's a dry climate in N. Cali. and there has been no rodent invasion because stray cats sleep under it most nights and when it's extremely hot out. Turned the fly so I know it's not seized. Where would you suggest starting?

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine Місяць тому

      Oh wow you lucked out it being in a dry environment! First before starting I would get a hold of a fire extinguisher. Very cheap insurance policy. Even if it’s a small one. Verify oil and coolant levels. If possible take off valve cover and rotate the engine completely by hand and verify the valves are not stuck. They should all actuate. Will take a few revolutions to verify. Bring a new valve gasket. Highly doubt the old one will re-seal. Take spark plugs out. Try to put oil or spray oil into the spark plugs if possible. It will lube up your cylinder walls. I use a 1 gallon garden weed sprayer with a 50/50 diesel / oil mix. Disconnect coil and crank the engine over with starter. This should prime the oil pump and build up oil pressure. Easier for the engine to spin faster without compression to prime the oil pump. Before putting valve cover back on you should see oil squirting at the valve train. This means the oil pump is working and primed. Put valve cover back on and install spark plugs. Disconnect old fuel lines/pump. Drain all the old gas out from your tank…if there is any left haha. There should be a drain plug on the bottom of the tank like mine. Try to purge the fuel lines. Put fresh gas in tank. Preferably mixed gas (32:1 ratio should work.) This ensures the carb and engine will have oil lubrication protection for the initial start. Then try to crank the engine over with the carb feed fuel line disconnected (if it’s a mechanical pump. ) Might be electric I think 77 may have been a change over year. Try to purge that line until the gas looks clear. Reconnect the fuel line. To prime the carb fill the bowl up with gas. Get a condiment squeeze bottle or something small to shoot the gas mixed gas preferably again) down the vent. I’m not familiar with the stock Toyota carb(the one with all the vacuum hoses attached. ) But there should be a vent somewhere. Squirt a few shots down the carb, put your safety glasses on and your a go for startup. Our Yoda didn’t have a chance to start as the timing chain was soooo stretched and the distributor was jacked. But hopefully you have success! Thanks for dropping by and wish I was there!

  • @lizardfirefighter110
    @lizardfirefighter110 Місяць тому

    Could have thrown some paint on the wheel when all the rubber was off - would have been easy not to have to mask things off.

    • @SwedeMachine
      @SwedeMachine Місяць тому

      Yeah….but that would make everything else look bad lol. Good point though!

  • @barryshung
    @barryshung Місяць тому

    HI SIR, IF THE ODOMETER NO RUNNING ? BUT SPEED IS RUNNING HOW YA ?