The Viking Mechanic
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Can we get the old John Deere tractors started? Bonus tractor rides!
Переглядів 8 тис.21 день тому
Working to see if we can get a few of the old John Deere tractors from the 1930s, 40s and 50s running. Bonus tractor rides for the grandkids! #johndeereclassic #johndeereclassic #johndeeretractor #farmequipment
Building a road with a JohnDeere 520
Переглядів 1,4 тис.28 днів тому
Last year we got the '56 John Deere running. Now its time to put it to work! #johndeereclassic #johndeereclassic #johndeeretractor #farmequipment
Will it start after 20 years? The Dick Lee plow truck.
Переглядів 247Місяць тому
In this video we see if the old Dick Lee plow truck will start, run and drive for the first time in decades! #squarebody #squarebodychevy
Squarebody Step Bars - how to make custom mounts for any style bars or side steps on a truck.
Переглядів 3152 місяці тому
How to measure and fabricate brackets to mount any kind of bars, steps or running boards on your truck. #chevy #squarebody #bodywork #paintandbody #fabrication
Build your own fully polished dual exhaust system...on a budget!
Переглядів 6313 місяці тому
In this video we learn how to build a complete exhaust system from scratch, using polished stainless steel. Includes v-band clamps, flex joints, x-pipe, resonators and mufflers. #chevy #squarebody #bigblockchevy #exhaust #headers
4L80e How to install Input Shaft seals without damaging them.
Переглядів 1463 місяці тому
Installing the teflon input shaft seals on common GM transmissions can be difficult without the right tools and its very important not to damage them. Here we show how to get the job done right with simple, inexpensive tools. #chevy #squarebody #bigblockchevy #transmission #4l80e
4L80e Pump Rebuild - With TransGo HD2 Parts Install
Переглядів 9723 місяці тому
Learn how to disassemble, inspect, clean and rebuild the pump assembly for a 4L80e transmission. Also includes modifications as part of the TransGo HD2 kit. #chevy #squarebody #bigblockchevy #transmission #4l80e
4L80E Rebuild Quick Overview for First Time Builders! You can do this!
Переглядів 4 тис.3 місяці тому
This is a quick overview of a 4L80E transmission rebuild. I skip a lot of the details and just show the basic steps so you can see what the process looks like and decide if you want to give it a try. #chevy #squarebody #bigblockchevy #4l80e #transmission
How to make BBC Chevelle headers fit a squarebody chevy with a big block.
Переглядів 1,4 тис.3 місяці тому
Here we take a look at the modifications necessary to make a set of mid-length Chevelle headers fit a 1973-1987 squarebody chevy with a big block motor. #squarebody #chevy #bbc #bigblockchevy #exhaust
Squarebody GM steering column COMPLETE rebuild STEP-BY-STEP.
Переглядів 12 тис.4 місяці тому
Rebuild that loose, wobbly GM steering column with all new bearings, ball joints and wiring. This is an 86 squarebody chevy tilt column, but most GM columns are very similar. This should apply to Camaros, Novas, Chevelles, etc. with tilt columns. Rebuilding these is not as hard as you think. You can do it! Bearing kit: Item 23 on this page: www.lmctruck.com/1973-91-chevy-gmc/csb-1973-91-steerin...
Squarebody Chevy Quad Headlight Conversion, everything you need to know!
Переглядів 1,9 тис.4 місяці тому
Converting a single-headlight squarebody chevy to quad headlights. We go through everything needed to do this conversion, and also show how to wire headlights with relays for full power and maximum brightness. #squarebody #chevy #headlights #electrical #wiring #relays
Squarebody NP208 Transfer Case full rebuild with 32 spline input shaft
Переглядів 2,5 тис.4 місяці тому
Here we rebuild an NP208 transfer case and convert the input shaft from a 27 spline to a 32 spline for compatibility with a 4L80e transmission. And tackle some issues along the way. #chevy #squarebody #transmission #transfercase
Squarebody - Modifying transmission tunnel to fit a 4l80e transmission
Переглядів 4324 місяці тому
In this video we finish modifying the transmission tunnel from the 2wd cab to fit the big 4l80e automatic transmission and transfer case. Finishing off the welds and doing some bodywork and paint to make it looks like stock. #chevy #squarebody #4l80e #transmission
Making a Big Block Chevy and 4L80e fit in a Squarebody! With custom crossmembers.
Переглядів 1,5 тис.5 місяців тому
In this video we get into some pretty heavy modifications required to stuff a Big Block and 4L80e heavy duty transmission into a Squarebody 4x4 truck. Also installing custom engine and transmission crossmembers and heavy duty motor mounts. #squarebody #bigblockchevy #454 #chevy
Gen VI 454 BBC hits the dyno! FINALLY!
Переглядів 3 тис.5 місяців тому
Gen VI 454 BBC hits the dyno! FINALLY!
GM 10-bolt Axle Complete Rebuild - PART 3 of 3 (Crossover Steering)
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GM 10-bolt Axle Complete Rebuild - PART 3 of 3 (Crossover Steering)
GM 10-bolt Axle Complete Rebuild - PART 2 of 3 (Reassembly)
Переглядів 2,4 тис.5 місяців тому
GM 10-bolt Axle Complete Rebuild - PART 2 of 3 (Reassembly)
GM 10-bolt Axle Complete Rebuild - PART 1 of 3 (Disassembly)
Переглядів 1,7 тис.5 місяців тому
GM 10-bolt Axle Complete Rebuild - PART 1 of 3 (Disassembly)
Good lifter vs Bad lifter! Big block chevy lifter issues.
Переглядів 1896 місяців тому
Good lifter vs Bad lifter! Big block chevy lifter issues.
Squarebody Chevy Body Mounts. How to align cab to frame and install new mounts.
Переглядів 1,7 тис.6 місяців тому
Squarebody Chevy Body Mounts. How to align cab to frame and install new mounts.
Big Block Chevy Crankshaft Keyway - Problem Solved!
Переглядів 7526 місяців тому
Big Block Chevy Crankshaft Keyway - Problem Solved!
Squarebody GMC 2500 Progress update. Paint, Suspension, Roof Seam and other details.
Переглядів 4176 місяців тому
Squarebody GMC 2500 Progress update. Paint, Suspension, Roof Seam and other details.
Squarebody Chevy/GMC Heavy Duty Front Shackle Hanger and Bushing Install.
Переглядів 3156 місяців тому
Squarebody Chevy/GMC Heavy Duty Front Shackle Hanger and Bushing Install.
Big Block Chevy Roller Rocker adjustment. Overview of valvetrain, rockers and rocker adjustment.
Переглядів 3,6 тис.6 місяців тому
Big Block Chevy Roller Rocker adjustment. Overview of valvetrain, rockers and rocker adjustment.
Are Wild Turkeys afraid of a housecat?
Переглядів 2986 місяців тому
Are Wild Turkeys afraid of a housecat?
Big Block Chevy Double Row timing set. How to make it work on Gen VI BBC.
Переглядів 3,7 тис.6 місяців тому
Big Block Chevy Double Row timing set. How to make it work on Gen VI BBC.
Summit Racing Big Block Chevy oil pan review. Worth the money?
Переглядів 1,6 тис.6 місяців тому
Summit Racing Big Block Chevy oil pan review. Worth the money?
How it works: Gen VI 454 BBC Oil Pump Rebuild
Переглядів 1,3 тис.7 місяців тому
How it works: Gen VI 454 BBC Oil Pump Rebuild
Gen VI 454 Crankshaft installation.
Переглядів 3018 місяців тому
Gen VI 454 Crankshaft installation.

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @davidgonzalez9785
    @davidgonzalez9785 День тому

    Nice great details on your video. Thanks for posting.

  • @curtislaraby
    @curtislaraby 4 дні тому

    Fantastic video very helpful thank you!!

  • @landonbeaulieu
    @landonbeaulieu 5 днів тому

    What an awesome machine, keep up the good work Grandpa!

  • @MagaRickn
    @MagaRickn 6 днів тому

    Wow!! Really glad I watched this! I'm putting my 427 in my 1956 Chevy, so it requires a special pan to clear the steering arm.

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 6 днів тому

      @MagaRickn Who knew there were so many variables to oil pans! I learned some lessons here too. Hope the videos help you on your build, and thanks for watching!

  • @MagaRickn
    @MagaRickn 6 днів тому

    Thank you for your video! I'm 73 and building my 427 for the last time, I hope. ;) My Son has convinced me to go with a roller kit, instead of what came on this 1969 model 427. Hope I can afford it, cause it looks 'spensive!! ;) Good explanation. Helps me understand. I've built engines, just nothing with this type of roller kit. :)

    • @MagaRickn
      @MagaRickn 6 днів тому

      I am surprised that there is not a suggested torque spec on the set screws. ??

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 6 днів тому

      @MagaRickn There seems to be a lifter failure epidemic going on right now, especially with flat-tappet lifters so I would definitely go roller if you can. Even those are a gamble so make sure to test them all once you get them.

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 6 днів тому

      @MagaRickn There was no torque spec provided by the manufacturer on those, but I think most people just snug them tight.

  • @croomsracingengines9265
    @croomsracingengines9265 6 днів тому

    Who makes a adjustable timing set for a vi and 2 piece timing cover

  • @rickwaldo4150
    @rickwaldo4150 7 днів тому

    Would you rebuild my 4L80E?

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 6 днів тому

      @rickwaldo4150 Well I've only rebuilt one, so I'm not exactly a professional. I would try to find a good shop with a lot of positive google reviews.

  • @FrankHahnl-qz5zf
    @FrankHahnl-qz5zf 7 днів тому

    You get the good star😊

  • @user-os2el5zw1l
    @user-os2el5zw1l 8 днів тому

    Just like a 2 cylinder sounds greay

  • @DemondBrown
    @DemondBrown 8 днів тому

    What's the part number to that piece you put the blue piece in that the steering wheel bolts to with the threads at the top

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 8 днів тому

      @DemondBrown You mean the threaded main shaft? I don't know, I never replaced that shaft on mine. Maybe someone else can leave a comment if anyone knows that part number.

  • @OhhDiaamond
    @OhhDiaamond 9 днів тому

    Very helpful

  • @Syanes-iw6iz
    @Syanes-iw6iz 10 днів тому

    You’re the best. Thanks you! For your videos

  • @gordonely6738
    @gordonely6738 10 днів тому

    Great video couldn"t have got my truck back togeather correctly, I made four attempts before I watched your procedures thanks again.

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 10 днів тому

      @gordonely6738 Wow thats awesome, glad to hear it! Thanks for the great comment!

  • @scottlaborde9023
    @scottlaborde9023 11 днів тому

    Great job you must be a teacher or you missed your calling thx so much/// scotty

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 10 днів тому

      @scottlaborde9023 Not a teacher but I try to do a good job explaining things and help other people out. Thanks for the positive comment!

  • @tomhill4765
    @tomhill4765 16 днів тому

    I was confused by the older gentleman's comment about the dual fuel tanks. The smaller rear tank was for gasoline and the larger front tank was kerosene. The engine was started on gasoline then switched over to kerosene once the engine warmed up. Before shutting down the engine it was switched back to gasolene to flush the kerosene out of the fuel bulb so next time you started it had gas in the fuel bulb and carburetor.

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 16 днів тому

      @tomhill4765 Yep you're exactly right. The small tank was for gasoline, just for starting. The large tank was originally used for tractor fuel oil (or kerosene). But at some point in history his dad stopped using tractor fuel altogether and both tanks would have contained gasoline. Good catch! Thanks for watching.

  • @MyHairyChin
    @MyHairyChin 16 днів тому

    "Its simple, anyone can do it" ummm theres a good portion of people that wouldnt beable to do this!!

  • @haroldfountain3667
    @haroldfountain3667 16 днів тому

    Thanks for the video! This helped me find where the spring came from when i rebuilt my '86 grand wagoneer column. Great in depth instruction!

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 16 днів тому

      @haroldfountain3667 Great, glad the video was helpful. Thanks for watching!

  • @scottsimpkins350
    @scottsimpkins350 17 днів тому

    That was one of the best video’s I believe I have ever watched! Thank you!!!!

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 16 днів тому

      @scottsimpkins350 Wow thats a great compliment! Thanks for watching!

  • @clarencetrice4442
    @clarencetrice4442 20 днів тому

    there's a another trick 2 that also U cut the gas off and some out of the carb then see if it will start U might have dry off the sparkplugs 1ST 😊😊 OMG 7.1O 2O24

  • @WizardKing-Official
    @WizardKing-Official 20 днів тому

    Thank you very much for this well explained, step-by-step safety tutorial. It helped tremendously!! Again thanks for the upload. This video is underrated.

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 10 днів тому

      @WizardKing-Official Thanks for watching and for your great comment! Glad you found the video helpful!

  • @nst9079
    @nst9079 21 день тому

    445 hp is not good for a 7.4 L that has been upped to a 468 7.6L engine and a 225 cam is getting maxed to what a stock converter can handle that’s a hole lot of lift too not good You can make the same hp with a vortec 350 L31 the heads on the later 454 are “JUNK” They don’t flow enough cfm Honestly most big blocks are “Junk” in stock forms because of the heads dont flow well This is a 7.6L engine this engine can be out done by a 5.3 engine with stock 317 heads

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 21 день тому

      @nst9079 I have a 1000hp LS 6.0. Also have an 800hp LS 5.3. Both twin turbos. Have had a lot of other stuff too. I've stated who knows how many times here that I wanted a mild, durable, big block truck motor built for longevity. I built it exactly the way I wanted it. If I'd wanted a 1400hp big block with $4k heads, twin turbos and methanol injection I would have built that. In fact I still might. I have another gen VI 454 sitting in my shop. Thanks for the comments... keep em coming!

  • @ms_m3170
    @ms_m3170 23 дні тому

    Does the key buzzer work? I’m trying to get mine to work on my 85 Silverado with a non tilt column, any advice

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 23 дні тому

      @ms_m3170 There is a little 2-pronged contact beneath the big plastic turn signal assembly. I show it briefly in the video and I believe that is for the buzzer. Mine however does not work either and I'm not sure where the actual buzzer is under the dash. Hopefully someone else will chime in with better advice. Good luck!

  • @johnfry9010
    @johnfry9010 23 дні тому

    Nice collection of old machines , very cool !

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 23 дні тому

      @johnfry9010 Thanks! We still have a few to work on that haven't run in decades. I'll keep posting videos as long as you guys enjoy watching them!

  • @waynerash6729
    @waynerash6729 28 днів тому

    I used to have a j deere 620 ,pulled bushhog, bladed my half mile road, loved that pop. Pop.

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 27 днів тому

      @waynerash6729 Everybody loves that classic John Deere sound!

  • @ThomasHegland
    @ThomasHegland 29 днів тому

    Great Video - Thanks for taking the time to make it. I might give this a go!!

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 28 днів тому

      @ThomasHegland No problem, thanks for watching and good luck on your build!

  • @toadat4339
    @toadat4339 29 днів тому

    ❤❤

  • @MrFlippingHappy
    @MrFlippingHappy 29 днів тому

    Very good thank you

  • @donacianosanchez6773
    @donacianosanchez6773 Місяць тому

    Excelente tendrás video de Chevrolet 95 van

  • @talljake
    @talljake Місяць тому

    Exactly the sort of video I was after; not a 3h step by step, but a quick oversight of if its within my wheelhouse!

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @talljake Yep that was the idea. Hope you found it useful. Thanks for watching!

    • @talljake
      @talljake Місяць тому

      Yessir, basically looks like a th400 rebuild with a few extra fiddly bits!

  • @WesternlandscapeOutdoors
    @WesternlandscapeOutdoors Місяць тому

    Watched the whole thing this will be helpful!!! Yes do a pump video if you already haven’t 🎉

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      Thanks! The pump rebuild video is on my channel here: ua-cam.com/video/wiPA_OO4F_k/v-deo.html

  • @ronhipps8273
    @ronhipps8273 Місяць тому

    Good vid!

  • @joelrugg
    @joelrugg Місяць тому

    Transmission bench is the goat

  • @markmartinez2007
    @markmartinez2007 Місяць тому

    Hey so my issue is the shaft is loose on the car side . Like the shaft where the plastic ball goes into. Any ideas? TIA

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @markmartinez2007 There is a bearing you can replace on the shaft, out in the engine bay where the shaft comes through the firewall. I show it briefly in another video here: ua-cam.com/video/Dq3QBHuL-NQ/v-deo.htmlsi=nhGGCLPyrNabsxix

  • @chrisjgilmore1
    @chrisjgilmore1 Місяць тому

    Did you miss putting the lock plate in over the spring and under the lock ring under the plastic cover?

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @chrisjgilmore1 Not exactly sure what you're talking about here, but all the parts that came out of this column went back in.

    • @setheasterling9477
      @setheasterling9477 29 днів тому

      You should have a metal lock plate that goes under that plastic cover and is held on by the little circle clip. This is what locks the column when you turn the wheel with no key in the ignition

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 28 днів тому

      @setheasterling9477 Thats correct. You can see that plate coming out in the beginning of the video. I may not have shown it at the end, but that definitely went back in, and as you mentioned the circle clip holds it in place. Thanks!

    • @setheasterling9477
      @setheasterling9477 28 днів тому

      @@vikingmech good deal! Awesome video. I’ll be doing all of this as well as soon as my new bearings arrive and will definitely be rewatching

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech 28 днів тому

      @setheasterling9477 Awesome, hope its helpful for you. I had trouble finding a good comprehensive rebuild video so did my best to make one for everyone out there.

  • @WeekendPursuitOutdoors
    @WeekendPursuitOutdoors Місяць тому

    I used a long piece of all thread and attached a big washer between 2 nuts. I used that to scrape all the dirt out of the axle housing and then used a shop vac with some old attachments to further clean it up and it worked well.

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @WeekendPursuitOutdoors Good idea. Sounds like that would work better than my paper towels!

  • @toddsculley2710
    @toddsculley2710 Місяць тому

    Great job

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @toddsculley2710 Thanks!

  • @ryanfaulkes4573
    @ryanfaulkes4573 Місяць тому

    Was having a weird issue with my steering column and wanted to see that plastic u joint, thanks a lot!

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @ryanfaulkes4573 Yeah I haven't seen many videos that show or explain that joint. Hope it helped you! Thanks

  • @EvanMob
    @EvanMob Місяць тому

    👍

  • @SinOfLeo
    @SinOfLeo Місяць тому

    Let her idle and get up to temp, see if some seals come back alive, she'll smoothen out

  • @zetamale7952
    @zetamale7952 Місяць тому

    The old ones are good. These new ones are junk.

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @zetamale7952 Yeah no kidding! I have a newer ram with only 67K miles and it already has lifters going bad. The newer stuff IS junk.

  • @javierochoa432
    @javierochoa432 Місяць тому

    Someone try stealing my 87 Chevy Caprice n broke the left side of my steering column n I can’t find one ….do you what other column fits my 87 caprice? Thanks in advance

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @javierochoa432 I don't know what columns would be an exact fit but I believe GM used the same columns in many cars and trucks during that era. I think you could get the parts to fix yours from pretty much any 80s GM car or truck.

  • @briantroglin1831
    @briantroglin1831 Місяць тому

    Great video brother. Thank you for posting.

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @briantroglin1831 No problem, hope it was useful. Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @Scubasteve22
    @Scubasteve22 Місяць тому

    nice! that will will definitely get r done!

  • @timdontwannasay5889
    @timdontwannasay5889 Місяць тому

    I chickened out at tightening the hollow bolt! I'm freaked out about breaking it!

  • @timdontwannasay5889
    @timdontwannasay5889 Місяць тому

    Pump video please!

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @timdontwannasay5889 The pump video is on my channel here: ua-cam.com/video/wiPA_OO4F_k/v-deo.html

  • @user-wt1dj4ev5x
    @user-wt1dj4ev5x Місяць тому

    Very informative!!!

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @user-wt1dj4ev5x Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @mikeuva2273
    @mikeuva2273 Місяць тому

    i noticed the gen 6 balancer are you using the serpentine that came with it or using gen 4 pulley's? any issues with gen 4 stuff like bottom pulley not fitting or mis alignment?

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @mikeuva2273 I'm using all the stock brackets and accessories that came with the gen 6 motor. I'm sure the gen 4 stuff could all be made to fit as well. I haven't tried that so I couldn't speak to gen 4 stuff.

  • @TheSargeK5
    @TheSargeK5 Місяць тому

    Great video, exactly the level of detail I was looking for, ATSG ordered, I’m ready to dive in, thank you!

    • @vikingmech
      @vikingmech Місяць тому

      @TheSargeK5 Glad to hear it! Thanks for the feedback and good luck on your build!

  • @liebherrman1628
    @liebherrman1628 2 місяці тому

    There is a o-ring on shift shaft and a retainer easy to get to when apart

  • @Mad-productions.Jay.
    @Mad-productions.Jay. 2 місяці тому

    I thought they only did the single square headlight for like one year or something i always liked them