Trying To Start An Old Truck That's Been Sitting 12 Years
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- Опубліковано 18 січ 2025
- Fixing the old '93 Chevy 3500 4x4 truck that's been sitting at the ranch for over 12 years and
going to see if it will start or not. Cold start on the Kubota L225 too for some jumping
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Very interesting. I started in a similar way as a youngster, now way past my use by date. Finished up with my own shop, a wife who worked alongside me all the years. Never got rich, just got by. Made a lot of friends, fixed a lot of stuff others gave up on. Bought lots of old stuff, fixed it, sold it, mostly it lasted a lot more years. Customers kept on coming back. Eventually the move to all electronics and computers had me beat most times. Now retired and watch u tube !. Good luck young man, best wishes from an old self taught fix em upper.
U did great, like a true gear head. Enjoy your life
May God bless you.
Glad I read this comment. The whole use by date thing hits it. Sometimes while walking around my city I look at older people and think they were my age once, maybe we could have even been friends. Getting older is a crazy thing
I enjoyed reading your posting. Something about it seems so nostalgic and has me longing for the past, when things seemed to be so simple. My parents are in their 80's and dealing with illness. My dad fixed everything. We didn't have a lot of money and I can relate to your mention of "just gettin by". We never bought anything new. I learned so much from him about mechanics, carpentry, plumbing, electronics, etc. We never had car notes...we usually bought a car that was sitting in someone's yard, drug it home and fixed whatever was needed and drove it until we got tired of it and then looked for another one. I'm 61, with multiple degrees, a professor in a university, a house on the lake, rental property, a decent retirement and could be considered quite successful, but I'd give it all up if I could go back in time....when electronics and computers hadn't taken over yet. Thank you again for your posting Brian Williamson. Be safe...we are living in difficult times. And remember, aging is not for wussies!
you have to be a jack of all trades, including electrical engineer these days.
Been there, Doing That, 🤔🤣😂
I was a great feeling when it fires up I experienced that many times with my Polaris or Ford
Very smart young man. You can tell he listened n took notes as a kid. Great work on the old girl. Damn good truck when you get her sorted out. Subscribed
Yeah great trucks not as good as the 04 kodiacs though.DAMN EPA
I have just read Mr Williamson’s comment. How true to wish for the old times.I was luck to be born in North Wales just before WW 2. We didn’t have a lot but lived within a farming, coal mining and steel producing area so work was quite plentiful for my family. I lived in the countryside where we made do and mend with everything, I Soon learned to service tractors and old cars, a skill which was to stay with me all my working life,I ended up with an Haulage firm with semi trucks and trailers operating in UK and Europe, but, I would love to return to the 1950s,where I had so much fun.......
I have a similar truck to this that has sat for 11 years it was my dads. Undertaking the task of fixing it for my brother without any vehicle knowledge. Your video is a life saver
Happy to hear it! ☺️
@@ClassALiving thank you!
I wish I could get one of these in the UK. Your pickup trucks are so much better that the ones in Europe and Uk.
Boy, that's for sure! How good can something called a "lorry" be, lol.
Me too I wish I could get one here in Kenya I'll be very happy man
Best cars Japanese best trucks are American
@@diyeric5072
I agree. I have a 2006 Silverado 4X4 (I bought new) and a 2018 ES350 Lexus. Couldn't be happier.
U can buy them and have them shipped to u
Wow dude you got some special skills to pay your bills. Much respect to u
Your Ranch parents better let you borrow that. Since you got it running again, lot of work. you are a hard Worker. GOD bless you.
Had a 92 Cheyenne WT 1500, had to sell it when I moved across the pond, best vehicle I ever had, probably still running somewhere.
That truck is a steal for free! Body & frame look great for its age! Tonawanda Engine is the GM powertrain plant just north of Buffalo, NY. The factory is 10 minutes away from me. Still in operation today, home of the 6.2 LS V8!
This is exactly the video that I needed to watch right now as I am attempting to do the exact same thing as you on a '94 k1500 with 5.7L engine. Thanks for the video. Small block 350s are new to me so this has totally helped guide me without having to scratch my head a million times as I go through it bit by bit trying to start it. I will start recording as I try to get this old truck that has been sitting for over 5 years started myself.
They are a vary simple setup, and being 94 its still a tbi, so even better in my opinion, I had a 91 c1500 4.3 truck, 350 with 2 cylinders missing, and I sold in 2017 with 687,000 miles on it, it still ran and drove, original engine I did the trans in 2002 at 190,000. Bought me a 92 Silverado with the 350 in Arizona and drove it 2100 miles to Ohio, just over 300,000 miles on it, I sold it with 400,000 mile son it, they will last forever if taking care of.
I got a 99 GMC Suburban now with the 350 Vortec, while it makes more power than the TBI, its just it has more things to go wrong, and its got piston slap on cold starts, not so much in the summer, but winter it almost sounds like its about to throw a rod for about 10 min, normal for them around that year to sound like that with age as the pistons change size from the temp change. I'd rather the TBI engines myself.
I dont usualy watch these long videos but this helps me sleep for some reason 😂
You won't see milky oil on a vehicle sitting that long even if there's watwr in the oil. The water is heavier than oil so it sinks to the bottom. Beware if the oil level is extra high on the dipstick. The milkshake comes after you crank the engine if there's an issue
That's corrrct
Good work
Nathan. I have watched your videos for the last year or so. As a professional auto technician I must tell you that I'm quite impressed by your abilities. You might want to consider something in this field. You can make a SUBSTANTIAL living with some dedication and training. Good luck in whatever profession you choose.
Hey, if he is able to make a living and travel the country doin this UA-cam thing, more power to him. I'm astounded by how much money some of these UA-camrs make. And not all of em are hotties with big boobs, lol.
Donell Muniz One of my favourites for mechanics is Scotty Kilmer Chris fix is good and all But I like the older mechanics they have all the experience
But if this young dude can get some old beast of a Chevy that’s been sitting for 12 years started running and driving he can do anything
@@silasmcgee3647 Chevys are normally easy to start after sitting. I recently saw someone start a 69 chevelle that had sat since 1978. It's the Fords that are really hard to start after sitting. They usually seize up within the first 3 years of sitting.
Timothy Isenhart I saw a video of some other guy who found a pair of blazers in the forest and where he lived they usually don’t get them so he didn’t know what they were once he got the battery hooked up it fired right up and it even moved
Great video and excellent perseverance
Glad you enjoyed it :)
Now I feel old if an ''old'' truck is now a 1993. I was already out of school by then. hahaha I think the 1990's is the pinnacle of automobiles when it comes to safety, reliability, and ease of self maintenance. Today's new cars are over engineered crap computers on wheels designed to fail just after warranty to keep people hooked into a cycle of leasing instead of buying. Great video, we have to keep these older vehicles going in an age where new cars have ''sealed transmissions.''
Amen brother
Same with my 91 Silverado which been sit for bout 12 years now, only I stopped at dropping the tank even after purchasing a new pump. I believe I'll resume working on it after I round up my tools thanks to this video.
You did an excellent job boy congratulations thanks for sharing this video
Awesome dude! And great deal too! “If you can get it running, it’s yours!” Looking forward to the rust-oration!!
Talk about a score! Nice job getting that beast running. Good luck, and looking forward to the test drive.
I got an 88 silverado stepside swb stock 350 edlebrock carby , extractors completely rust free and my daily driver , bought her in Perth and owned it now for @ 10yrs , love it
Good to see these old trucks run again
my dad has an el camino that has sat for 12 years, still runs fine. First start in 11+ years. Miss that car
i just got a 1970 el camino put a new starter and battery but it turns over when i took a braker bar to it but it was kinda hard so im going to try putting some oil into each cylinder and remove all the belts wish me luck. Larry B
@@larrybroad8746 Best of luck to you man!
This was great for me to watch. My motorhome has been sitting for 7 years without starting. I need to check the gas like you did so it was great to watch what you did. I have a bigger tank to worry about and I only had around a quarter of a tank when I brought it over here so it should be pretty empty. I will start that process next week while I am still on lockdown. Thanks.
Did you get it going?
I have an 84 Ford 25 ft Yellowstone RV I bought a year ago was parked permanent since 86, has a 460 ci engine I checked the oil and antifreeze levels put 10 gallons of Real gas in it and a battery, poared a little gas in the carb she fired right up, drove it over 100 miles from Keuka lake home.
best $500.00 I ever spent
Of course I stopped and filled the tanks.
Nathan you are amazing. Great job. Fun to watch
I just rescued a 83 c30, sitting for about7yrs. The fue tankl situation is a big problem with sitting. You got a different setup tho with a pump in the tank..Lots of water and some rusty slime. Their worth the time if the bodies are good.
My dad has a 90 model just like it. It has a 454 and manual transmission. It runs pretty good.
Thanks for making such a detailed video. I bought a cheap 1989 with a fuel system just like that, plus a propane carburetor on top of that. Got to get the gas system working first because there is no propane tank. Will have to do exactly what you did. 👍
This is a fine distraction from the RV life and well done for getting it going. Looking forward to the progress on this truck and the big clean. Cheers dude.
Very satisfying video. I enjoyed it.
Hey what's going on love how you brought this truck back from the brink of death Way to go So Proud of you now you can get that 5th wheel hitch out and get your self a slide in Truck camper for the Out of town jobs and have your self prepared for all things good luck man I'm going to be watching you are great at repairs
Screw that...goose neck is the way it needs to be. Matter of fact, I wouldn't be surprised if it was already equipped with one given the trailer brakes under the dash. Bless you Reverend.
I’ve got a true 89 Chevy C3500 with a tandem axle instead of a dually along with a 454 and granny low transmission I’m in progress on getting it going after sitting
I love seeing people fix these types of trucks!! Love the video and truck!! 👍🏼
I have a 1989 GMC C3500 with a 454. Hope it will run for several more years
I'm really proud that you got it running my friend.
Wow it’s a great video which I watch till the end .. I really don’t want it to end.. more videos pls👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Class A job as always! Cant wait to see more videos on this truck!
I drove a truck like that. Belonged to a guy who did a seasonal Christmas 🎄 tree business. He was from British Columbia and the truck had a metric speedometer kilometers large, miles per hour small, odometer in kilometers. Coolant temperature gauge in Celsius and the oil pressure gauge in kiloPascal. Truck was tu-tone blue with blue interior but has bucket seats with a centre console.
VERY, VERY, VERY CRAZY. CONGRATULATIONS. HUGS
i have a 95 tahoe. same engine. almost bulletproof. you likely have a beefier transmission though. great truck, but rot is your enemy. several things to replace, but should be pretty reliable.
I enjoyed every minute of this video
good old 454, cant beat em
⚡️⚡️⚡️ Way to Go, GUY!!!
Sticking to the project, and getting desired results. It RUNS!
AWESOME
That's the big fail on those trucks. Mine lasted 180,000 and went. Also seen them only last about 100k. Glad you went ahead and replaced it.
56:17 guns shots and workin on old trucks, that’s America right there baby
I love it
I've had 3 of these GMT 900 series trucks. Been driving the same one for 9 years now. Just blew it up at 230,000 miles. Might shoulda checkt the oil more often, ya reckon? Lol. I'm buyin a 98 2500 with a 454 tomorrow for only 2 grand! Score!
Donell Muniz this is a gmt400 the 900’s are 2007-13
@@connorvelthuis2221 now I remember, thanx.
Done a similar revival job on a car, and oh boy does it feel good when it’s starts running again.
I was always curious how is it that in America people just abandon vehicles like this maybe with just minimal issues.
If I only I had the chance of encountering this thing in my country.
I’d be so happily willing to start them back up, just for the satisfaction and passion I have for fixing them.
Great video.
Man thats crazy that it works can't wait to see you drive it around in the next vids
Nice truck my grandpa has a 1988 k1500 he loves it runs like a top but his a 350 4 speed with granny gear. Worth keeping.
That’s My Favorite Old Chevy! I Like The Looks Of It
Good video! Lots of patients for you! Great job! Enjoyed watching your video.
Great video I just want to thank u for sharing ur struggle. With this truck appreciate ur work
I'll be working on my 85 Ford f150 with 302 ...same thing...sitting for 15 yesrs. Plus I have CV to change my timing belt on my 92 Toyota celica gt, and maintenance on the RV and not to forget replace exhaust on the 02 PT cruiser. I should get a lift !!!!
BTW, GREAT VIDEO !
Sweet vid. I know that the step by steps you are performing serve as an invaluable resource for others whom may be having the same problems. But..........with that said that is why I never let anything that I plan on using in the future immediate or distant sit for more than a few weeks to a month without at minimum starting and warming up.
Saves a lot of headaches later. Even if I do not use it easier to sell.
And 75 is not bad for a complete sender assembly depending on brand.
I love this truck...
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أعشق هذة المركبة..........
You can’t kill these old trucks they last forever my 93 has a 350 in it and I plain on getting at least 400,000 miles at least out of it
HE has Risen, and so have You !
Hey, from the looks of your jumper connections, you might be kin to Wiley on Hamiltonville Farms. He uses that same system. I was so glad for you when it started and ran.
I am shocked that you tore into that T-Body and Fuel Pump and by golly you got her running. I got my first car running vary similar. Out back in the grass with like 4 wrenches. A 1947 Chevy Coupe. Congrats young fella you may be onto something here. lets see what else you have in you, D
Oh this is a TREAT!!! Great production👍👍👍
Love these "fix it" videos, keep them coming! Great job, can't wait till it's all pressure washed off.😉
Good job Nathan i have a Chevy 99 Crew cab 7.4 rides smooth 10 mph Used it to pull or travel trailer before I got or class a your're like it I'm sure
Nice work! It's alive👍
That being a 4×4 is highly sought after and rare.
Not rare just a very wanted truck.
Dime a dozen here in Idaho, i hate the dually's personally
Gonna be tough finding somewhere to work on it if the owner wants it off the property. Makes that warehouse deal from a while ago sound interesting if it still stands
Just watch your video, in case of zombie apocalypse and I need a car. Nice video.. 👌
way in the beginning of this video i knew it was the fuel pump the fuel pumps on these trucks are loud when they prime.. woulda went straight there, good job on the cleaning of the tbi carb
Awesome Video.. Looking forward to seeing more videos..
Wow,...Amazing... Your a very Smart young man....👍👍👍👍.
Looks like a fun project!
Them 88-98 Chevy Silverado run forever
what a fantastic car
parbens for the video, of your fan of Brazil
This is awesome buddy.. this truck will help you a lot...👍👍
That was a lot of work but u did it and I learned a lot thanks for the tips
Badass truck! Ii have a 98 1 ton 4x4 crew with the diesel! So needless to say I loved this video!
Detroit Diesel engine?
Great work👍👍 looking forward to the future results.
Good job! Hope you have continued good fortune.
THIS was tremendous. You're quite the guy. Bravo. Thank you for sharing how you did this!
When I lived on Cape Cod Ma. Of course I spent as much or more time fixin old boats and noticed to fight the salt water problem all gas tank tops like that one had a petroleum based gooey wax to seal that whole top area from rust. To look at the great condition of that seal ring lock I would bet someone used that same substance. Only found in Marinas. But by the looks of the trailer brake unit under the dash, me bets the previous owner pulled a boat and had the sense to glop some of that stuff on to prevent rust from the salt on roads in winter and the boating ramps.
Mi complimento per la tua competenza e la splendida disamina ✌️😀
Good one Nathan ... I originally found your channel because I had a repair job to do on my "OleAsthma" 1989 Superchief , the original owner purchased new in Portland ... now I see you have this pick-up truck, I too have one similar a 1992 gmc 1/2 ton. if the border opens up I could be passing thru your part of the country and will bring you two stainless steal hubcaps for Patches. take care, Kevin
Great work mate, keep it coming. 👍
Good job mate enjoyed watching this.
I learn so much watching you work on patches mine has 454 also going to attempt doing master cylinder and front brakes on it.
Awesome video can't wait to see more on this truck! Just don't make patches jealous....
You don’t see many fellers working on those old TBI’s. Most replace them with carbs or something else. Good job on fixin on it.
if you haven't painted it yet. You should spray with upols raptor bedliner , i did my whole truck, it will look awesome
Very impressed with your knowledge and abilities, the willing to try is the most impressive part, you have a gtreat future ahead of you. Continue to stay on track, and you will have a great future. Always remember, not to waste money and save as much as possible. Starting now ! Good Luck with all endeavors !
You are Amazing
Great video! Love seeing repairs!
Awesome video mate :)
Great Job, i would never have the patience to drop a tank on the ground, The older GM trucks always had pump issues. I have an old S10 and changed the pump twice already.
That’s where a 6 pk of Coca Cola comes in handy. Drain the oil, dump all 6 cans in, put a little oil in the cylinders and let it sit overnight, dump the coke and flush it clean with diesel, fill with oil, replace the plugs and it should crank but it’ll smoke like a chimney until the oil burns off. An uncle and I revived a seized 2.3 in a 83 Ranger with this method, probably not the smartest way but it works
Today I learned... You can actually work on a car/truck and it's not raining outside. Hmmm... what a novel approach. Thanks for the video!
Congratulations😁
Beautiful silverado americana👍😎
I gotta tell you bud that was a great idea with the ratchet straps I’ll deff keep that one in the vault.
I have a 73 superior motorhome with a dodge m500 chassis, ran absolutely perfect when I parked it 17 years ago. 440 Dodge engine. Has not been touched since. I finally decided to try to get it running. Put a new battery in it, very afraid the engine would be stuck....turned the key, and it started cranking beautifully!!! It has an oil pressure gauge, and after about 10 seconds cranking pressure started coming up. I didn't put any gas to it. That comes tomorrow. Hopefully, it will start up and run!!!
sure got the will and drive young man, nice work
Thanks!