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Two Honda Trails and A Corvette on a Post Lift.
In this episode, we inspect and diagnose suspension issues on a 1978 Corvette. Afterwards, it's all play and no work as I attempt to get the two dusty and neglected Honda Trail 70 minibikes running and dashing through the snow. Truthfully, it's Christmas, and not much work is happening at all....
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Marcus Aurelius: Prepping the Centurion's Engine for the Dyno
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This week, we assemble the engine from the 1973 Buick Centurion Convertible in preparation for a trip to the engine dyno. Also, we refurbish some of the underhood brackets, pulleys, and air cleaner. And I drink a beverage while talking about fishing.
Dusty and the Dustang la Fin (for now)
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In this episode we finish sorting the Dustang's engine bay, our 1967 Ford Mustang that hasn't moved under it's own power in 20 years. UNTIL NOW. Also, Dusty, the 1936 Dodge pickup, gets almost completely disassembled. And I begin by waving goodbye to my beautiful assistant (also known as my wife) as she drives away. That's pretty much it, if you just wanted the highlights.
Dusty and the Dustang Part Trois
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In this episode we continue the booger welding on the 1936 Dodge pickup. We also answer the question, will the Dustang ever run right again?!! And I drink even stronger coffee.
Dusty and the Dustang Part Deux
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In this episode we continue the conversation about the 1936 Dodge pickup. We do some more patch welding. And also the Dustang.
Dusty and the Dustang Part Une
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In this episode we get around to talking about the 1936 Dodge pickup. We do a little light welding. And we don't fix the Dustang again.
Dustang: A Birdardo Carol
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The ride in the shop this week is in the form of a 1991 GMC Jimmy. Why is it's LT-1 Corvette engine still running poorly? I install a tach on the Bird, and revisit fuel pressure issues on The Dustang, our 1967 Ford Mustang 289 convertible. Will the Dustang ever run right? Will I need to grab a juice box and think on it some more? Will anyone figure out that all my Dustang episodes are ripping o...
Dustang: The Mystery of Birdardo
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A new ride is in the shop this week in the form of a 1991 GMC Jimmy. Why is it's LT-1 Corvette engine running poorly? I revisit fueling issues on The Dustang, our 1967 Ford Mustang 289 convertible. Can I figure it out or will the week end in crushing disappointment? Grab a cup of coffee and find out....
Mellow Yellow: Part 2 With guest appearances by The Dustang and a Roadrunner
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In this Episode, we install the rebuilt circuit board in a 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass convertible hoping to get the dash lights working with new LED bulbs. A perfectly good 383 gets pulled out of a 1969 Roadrunner and put on an old tire. The Dustang, a barnfind 1967 Mustang convertible, gets a rebuilt carburetor installed that doesn't work. And I get a mouthful of ultra sunrise.
Dustang: Hood Times
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The 1967 Mustang 289 4-speed that hasn't run in 20 years and has been in the family since 1979. I call him The Dustang. This short week I replace the hood hinges and mount the hood, replace the fuel pump, and am aware of squirrels.
Dustang: The Battle of 1967
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It's two car week! The second is a 1967 Mustang 289 4-speed that hasn't run in 20 years and has been in the family since 1979. But we start where we left off last week with the mystery of the unilluminating dash lights on Mellow Yellow, the 1967 Old Cutlass. There are no winners....whiners, yes.
Mellow Yellow: Part 1 The 1967 Cutlass gets a new dash!
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In this Episode, we replace the old, crumbling dash, in a 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass convertible, with a new reproduction piece. An old '90's era tape deck gets replaced by an even older '60's era AM head unit and single speaker. We attempt an LED conversion for the dash lights. We try to stop saying 'we', when it's really just one guy who does everything.
Ella Episode 3: Operation Second Chance - Ella gets a new engine!
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The 1973 Buick Riviera gets its engine back from the rebuilders! In this episode the shop gets rearranged, the engine goes to the dyno, and I listen to blues music.
Project Mr. F - Ep. 22 The engine has to come out of MRF! Time to find out what happened.
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Building a Factory Five Racing Roadster using only the Base Kit and a low mileage running , driving donor 1994 Mustang GT! The mint engine out mint Mustang GT is toast. My grieving period is over, it's time to wipe the tears away and pull the engine in order to find out what's wrong.
Travel Series, Episode 1: Waymo, The Invisible Taxi Driver
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On a quick visit to San Francisco, I discover a driverless car service called Waymo. Of course I had to try it out.
Sport Fury Road - A mechanic's journey into the unknown and another cup of coffee.
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Sport Fury Road - A mechanic's journey into the unknown and another cup of coffee.
Dustang: A Tale of Two Fords
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Dustang: A Tale of Two Fords
Mr.E, Ep.17 It's a short week, where I finish up the last few items before it goes to upholstery!
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Mr.E, Ep.17 It's a short week, where I finish up the last few items before it goes to upholstery!
Mr.E, Ep.16 All about Mr. E - dash wiring and hearing the 620hp engine run for the first time!
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Mr.E, Ep.16 All about Mr. E - dash wiring and hearing the 620hp engine run for the first time!
Mr.E, Ep.15 The '69 gets LED, bad news for the Centurion, and a BARN FIND.(with dust and everything)
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Mr.E, Ep.15 The '69 gets LED, bad news for the Centurion, and a BARN FIND.(with dust and everything)
Beer Walk, Episode 1
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Beer Walk, Episode 1
Mr.E, Ep. 14 Lenses, a Heim, and Bland, quite too much of Bland (it's a silly episode)
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Mr.E, Ep. 14 Lenses, a Heim, and Bland, quite too much of Bland (it's a silly episode)
Mr.E, Ep. 13 Even More Chevelle with the Centurion
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Mr.E, Ep. 13 Even More Chevelle with the Centurion
Project Mr. F - Ep. 21 The episode where one thing gets fixed and another thing breaks.
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Project Mr. F - Ep. 21 The episode where one thing gets fixed and another thing breaks.
Project Mr. F - Ep. 20 MRF gets a new VIN and plates! And final tin installation.
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Project Mr. F - Ep. 20 MRF gets a new VIN and plates! And final tin installation.
Project Mr. F - Ep. 19 After three months, the body is back from paint and ready for final assembly!
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Project Mr. F - Ep. 19 After three months, the body is back from paint and ready for final assembly!
Mr.E, Ep. 12 Wiring the Chevelle (and taking TIME to work on the 1970 Challenger)
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Mr.E, Ep. 12 Wiring the Chevelle (and taking TIME to work on the 1970 Challenger)
Mr.E, Ep. 11 Suspension, half shafts, oil catch can, and grounding!
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Mr.E, Ep. 11 Suspension, half shafts, oil catch can, and grounding!
Mr.E, Ep. 10 Suspension, driveline, and brakes. (also some 1970 Challenger)
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Mr.E, Ep. 10 Suspension, driveline, and brakes. (also some 1970 Challenger)
Mr.E, Ep. 9 Suspension, Fuel, and Brakes
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Mr.E, Ep. 9 Suspension, Fuel, and Brakes

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @N-Scale
    @N-Scale 3 години тому

    There is really nothing more fun than a Honda trail 70, 90, 110 in the mountains. Merry Christmas !!

  • @Juan_van_Eeden977
    @Juan_van_Eeden977 11 годин тому

    Merry Christmas to you and your family. 🎄❄

  • @TopSecretinNC
    @TopSecretinNC 4 дні тому

    What is the advantage to mounting your lift post at an angle? Genuinely curious.

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 4 дні тому

      There are two ways to buy a two post lift, the first and most common is symmetrical, where the posts are facing each other. The other, as you observed is the asymmetrical lift, which has the posts facing forward at an angle. Some of the advantages are (taken from online sources): Easier Door Access: The asymmetrical design allows for more space around the vehicle's doors, making it easier to open and close them for technicians or drivers while the vehicle is on the lift. Improved Interior Access: The offset positioning of the vehicle on the lift, achieved through the longer rear arms, allows for better access to the vehicle's interior for maintenance or repairs. Optimized Weight Distribution: Better Balance for Front-Heavy Vehicles: The asymmetric design, with longer rear arms, allows for a more balanced lifting of vehicles with a heavier front end, such as front-wheel-drive cars or those with heavier engines. Reduced Strain on Lift Components: The asymmetric design helps distribute the vehicle's weight more evenly across the lift arms, reducing stress on the lift's components and extending their lifespan. Hope that helps. Thanks for asking!

    • @TopSecretinNC
      @TopSecretinNC 4 дні тому

      Wow what a great response. As of now I am to the first body fitting episode and really appreciate your series.

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 4 дні тому

      Glad to have you!

  • @waysonparker2132
    @waysonparker2132 6 днів тому

    I like the sandblasted & painted parts much better, especially how they'll match up with looks of the engine. Can't wait to see it in the car. Keep up the good work and let us know the future of Mr. F. I'm going to put the body on mine this weekend and then the windshield is the last thing. Well, except for the headlights. Taillight's. Doors, hood, trunk ........ But I'll be driving it soon! Except that it's Minnesota. And winter.

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 6 днів тому

      It'll be worth it! I'm waiting on the engine to come back from my engine guy for MRF, and then I, too, will be driving it soon! Other than that Minnesota thing....

  • @jameskaufmann4260
    @jameskaufmann4260 6 днів тому

    Glad to see you had a change of heart! You have restored my faith in you 😊

  • @jameskaufmann4260
    @jameskaufmann4260 6 днів тому

    Can't believe that you didn't sandblast those parts! I know time is money but what is that extra step. Great job otherwise.

  • @donaldegreco
    @donaldegreco 6 днів тому

    I also am detailing a Buick. Where did you find the sparkplug wire holders? I am looking for the emission label but with no luck.

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 6 днів тому

      www.ebay.com/itm/184682550096?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=C7DMUyZfTB6&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=oZNhoIbYTPi&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY Also try eBay for your specific decal, or www.stage1restoration.com/

    • @donaldegreco
      @donaldegreco 5 днів тому

      @@carsarepeopletoo9450 It is a 1977 Regal ..I've looked everywhere. I have the part number and still can't find one.

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 4 дні тому

      Is this it? www.classicindustries.com/product/all-years/buick/regal/parts/GN110258.html?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAyJS7BhBiEiwAyS9uNVaF4d6KP8aTlOvIRRky9VS66h2-S3O4IDB0vITfiQzEQSNFId9pkhoCqQ4QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

  • @mchristr
    @mchristr 10 днів тому

    The minimum rear suspension should be a 3-link so there's no reason to use a donor car (unless you can find a total for cheap). Everything needed can be sourced separately and results in a better car.

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 10 днів тому

      That can be true, however the goal of this build from the beginning was to see if the original vision of Factory Five Racing could still be achieved and result in a dream car at relatively low cost. Sourcing a low mile donor for a great deal is what this build hinged on, which I was able to do! Of course, not everything goes to plan...

  • @jameskaufmann4260
    @jameskaufmann4260 13 днів тому

    A slant 6 would look good in Dusty.

  • @jasonmckay4435
    @jasonmckay4435 13 днів тому

    Can't wait till you get to the side pipes! 😮❤❤ "damn"! I love cobras! Your doing fine. Thanks for doing this series.

  • @jameskaufmann4260
    @jameskaufmann4260 13 днів тому

    Where did you get the cool funnel for the radiator? Another great day!

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 12 днів тому

      Lisle 24780 Spill Free Funnel... www.amazon.com/dp/B089T73TGJ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share It’s a great kit for getting all the air out of the system!

  • @donaldegreco
    @donaldegreco 13 днів тому

    CHEERS

  • @Juan_van_Eeden977
    @Juan_van_Eeden977 14 днів тому

    First time i see a thermostat break apart like that too. 🎄❄

  • @RayRathnau
    @RayRathnau 14 днів тому

    The stock front lower control arms and rear springs is covered in the donor car prep section of the manual

  • @geoffreymills9932
    @geoffreymills9932 18 днів тому

    Your way overthinking that front suspension, I wouldn't trade those real steel u-bolts for anything new Chinesium garbage and those were called knee-shocks which are rebuildable and fully adjustable for comfort unlike the one and done use shocks of today, yes please strengthen the rear-end because none of that is capable of handling horsepower much over 150 and remember its just an old classic and not a drift machine 😊, happy trails and smooth rides, and use some deep creep on that hardware before you give up on it and cut it off, it has more iron in it than anything you'd find to replace it

  • @ralphbarnes3566
    @ralphbarnes3566 20 днів тому

    Get number one cylinder top dead center on the compression stroke, and that distributor should be facing the vacuum van should be facing directly forward towards the fam if it’s facing to the left to the right, it’s all the time

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 19 днів тому

      Checked clocking the distributor correctly off my list earlier this week! Thanks for the info and for watching!

  • @donaldegreco
    @donaldegreco 20 днів тому

    He can come here

  • @donaldegreco
    @donaldegreco 20 днів тому

    Poor Loui

  • @Juan_van_Eeden977
    @Juan_van_Eeden977 21 день тому

    Love Louie.🐱❤

  • @phillipvanblaricom8151
    @phillipvanblaricom8151 26 днів тому

    Just keep being a being lol I like the videos

  • @philstevens8950
    @philstevens8950 28 днів тому

    Buy some covers for the cars your not working on.

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 28 днів тому

      That's a great idea. It's been on my mind, too!

    • @jameskaufmann4260
      @jameskaufmann4260 27 днів тому

      Had a good time with you today. I think your welds are almost farm like. I have never seen a car run as rough as dustang! What's up with the big red,s engine Keep smiling and have a wonderful thanksgiving.

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 27 днів тому

      You, too! Waiting on the engine to come back from the rebuilders on big red. I expect it soon!

  • @donaldegreco
    @donaldegreco Місяць тому

    Do what you think you should do and get it alive and rolling down the road.

  • @jameskaufmann4260
    @jameskaufmann4260 Місяць тому

    You know you have to pull the cab off to repair it correctly. Party time with strong buddy's should take care of that.

  • @jameskaufmann4260
    @jameskaufmann4260 Місяць тому

    How much vacuum is the carb pulling? Smaller power valve and go down in the jets. Keep up the great job 👍

  • @jameskaufmann4260
    @jameskaufmann4260 Місяць тому

    Hoping to see big piles of weld like the farmer did. No you had to make them nice.

  • @rocklamarre9717
    @rocklamarre9717 Місяць тому

    You got this your doing fine

  • @rocklamarre9717
    @rocklamarre9717 Місяць тому

    I was listening

  • @michaelsmith8664
    @michaelsmith8664 Місяць тому

    Not straightening the body and giving that old girl, a proper beautiful paint job to show off her curves is just a complete and total sin. as far as the tires you could’ve just went to the junkyard and got four of those factory donut tires for maybe $20 apiece and it would’ve rolled around and would’ve been a lot lighter than wheels and bigger tires. All she needs is a straight six maybe do a little cylinder boring and a slight camshaft upgrade and some dual exhaust and she’ll be perfect..👍😎 Have fun on your mechanical quest 🤞

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 Місяць тому

      I might have had too much apple juice when I ordered the wheels, but I still like them. Someday Dusty may get the full treatment. For now, I really dig the way he looks. Thanks for the encouragement!

  • @philstevens8950
    @philstevens8950 Місяць тому

    Buy a ford crown vic and all your parts will be from one car. Narrow the cv front x member to fit. Good luck!!!!

  • @donaldegreco
    @donaldegreco Місяць тому

    Good Times

  • @Darth-.-Vaper
    @Darth-.-Vaper Місяць тому

    You don't need a reader for chevy obd1 ports. Just a paperclip and dash light flashery. Works on silverados without a DIC.

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 Місяць тому

      Yep! But when you have old man eyes its easier to plug a code reader in than squint at which pin I'm trying to push a paperclip into. ;-)

  • @jameskaufmann4260
    @jameskaufmann4260 Місяць тому

    No shift kit? Ran out of yellow paint? Black hood doesn't work. Enjoy hanging out with you and your cat. Any word on what happened to Mr F,s engine? You do nice work.

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 Місяць тому

      I believe the trans has a shift kit and the B&M is a slap shift, so it's pretty fun. I agree, paint the hood yellow. MRF's engine is in the machine shop right now getting a new bottom end. No idea why the bearings failed! Thank you!

    • @jameskaufmann4260
      @jameskaufmann4260 Місяць тому

      @carsarepeopletoo9450 looking forward to more good times hanging with you and the car's. Thanks for answering my questions.

  • @N-Scale
    @N-Scale Місяць тому

    Thanks for the personal conversation !!!

  • @donaldegreco
    @donaldegreco Місяць тому

    Nice job .. as always

  • @donaldegreco
    @donaldegreco Місяць тому

    Loui .. where are you? Nice work on the Olds...Doing a 77 Buick dash with LED lights. Next are the dash speakers.

  • @N-Scale
    @N-Scale Місяць тому

    You are the man , with a smoking chair in the shop. I have a similar one in my Model Railroad room.

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 Місяць тому

      It's a great spot to think, sip coffee, and admire the project, isn't it?

  • @stuffhappens5681
    @stuffhappens5681 Місяць тому

    Happy Anniversary!

  • @jameskaufmann4260
    @jameskaufmann4260 Місяць тому

    They were called uni-lug wheels. So they could fit many cars. I learn quite a bit from watching your videos. What is happening with the Cobra engine?

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 Місяць тому

      Thank you! The 302 is at the engine shop getting rebuilt. It ended up having a stock bottom end with all the good parts up top. The mystery still remains as to why the rod bearings gave up on such a low mile engine.

    • @jameskaufmann4260
      @jameskaufmann4260 Місяць тому

      @@carsarepeopletoo9450 are you going to make it a 348? The wife said that if we ever come into some money she would let me get a Cobra to build. Still think you should get a 340 for Dusty. Have a great day and keep smiling 😊

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 Місяць тому

      Still a 302. I'm really in the sweet spot for hp/tq power to weight. It will be stinky fast without trying to kill me every time I drive it.

  • @donaldegreco
    @donaldegreco 2 місяці тому

    Another fine job... shame you couldn't get all the lights to illuminate

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 Місяць тому

      Thank you! Check out Mellow Yellow: Part 2 for the mostly happy ending.

  • @machpodfan
    @machpodfan 2 місяці тому

    The boattail Rivs are my favorite 70s Buicks! So happy to see one being loved and cared for.

  • @AJ67901
    @AJ67901 2 місяці тому

    Nice clean '73. I was always a boattail fan and restored a '71 in 1990 with paint and interior. You have all the correct wheels and center caps, which always set a Riv off. Nice job on the new heart!

  • @jamesjohnson4093
    @jamesjohnson4093 2 місяці тому

    Beautiful Riviera! Love the content, keep the videos coming.

  • @donaldegreco
    @donaldegreco 2 місяці тому

    Buick are real nice cars. I have a 77 Regal that I currently go to shows with and have people drooling over it...

  • @arigaberman8319
    @arigaberman8319 2 місяці тому

    absolutely gorgeous mate🔥wish you could get cars like this in australia

    • @arigaberman8319
      @arigaberman8319 2 місяці тому

      love the channel name as well. i noticed the pan on the audio is a bit off, try putting both the music and voice in mono and making the voice a little louder and see how it sounds !

    • @carsarepeopletoo9450
      @carsarepeopletoo9450 2 місяці тому

      Thank you, sir!

  • @Juan_van_Eeden977
    @Juan_van_Eeden977 2 місяці тому

    Ella sure is a beauty. 👌🏻❤

  • @stevegoranson7929
    @stevegoranson7929 2 місяці тому

    Stuff happens… ya know?

  • @oldguyobservations8724
    @oldguyobservations8724 2 місяці тому

    Bummer! Was hoping this was going to be something simple!!

  • @craigheller9053
    @craigheller9053 3 місяці тому

    Too bad, but now you can get to 100% and know the build and history.

  • @rocklamarre9717
    @rocklamarre9717 3 місяці тому

    Love you man it'll be fine again !😢

  • @robgonzo10
    @robgonzo10 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for the entertainment. I appreciate what you’re doing. I also appreciate you keeping the channel ad free. Not sure if you’re doing that on purpose or if it’s just happening. Keep the videos coming!!!