Will This Retired 1969 Chevrolet C50 Truck RUN AND DRIVE?

Поділитися
Вставка
  • Опубліковано 13 тра 2021
  • We want to put this resting giant back to work! My Grandpa used this truck for many years for essentially everything around the farm/ranch. After he retired, it just sat, and eventually ended up on the farms "junk yard". If it does run, we want to haul some hay with it, just like the good ol' days.
    TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT:
    Have you checked out memberships? Great additional content, behind the scenes videos, private Facebook Group, and MORE!
    / vicegripgarage
    FIND MERCHANDISE HERE:
    www.vicegripgarage.com/s/shop
    TO FOLLOW AND SEE WHAT WE'RE UP TO:
    / vicegripgarage
    / vicegripgarage
    email vicegripgarage@gmail.com
    SEND ME JUNK:
    PO BOX 2088
    Lewisburg, TN
    37091
    #vgg #farm
  • Авто та транспорт

КОМЕНТАРІ • 6 тис.

  • @krishiatt7203
    @krishiatt7203 3 роки тому +618

    Awesome. R.I.P. Grandpa Bieri, I hope you're proud of your grandson, because a lot of us are.

    • @520Stingray
      @520Stingray 3 роки тому +18

      Well said.

    • @teotwawki00
      @teotwawki00 3 роки тому +11

      I'll second that....🙂👍

    • @trockmalone007
      @trockmalone007 3 роки тому +9

      I'll third it for a feller

    • @tonylenzi166
      @tonylenzi166 3 роки тому +10

      Derek is one cool cat, i can garantee his grandpa is very proud of the man he is today, as a father of 3 boys i know id be extremley proud of any of my boys if they become half the man derek is

  • @jackkelley4539
    @jackkelley4539 3 роки тому +1433

    I absolutely love how Motortrend pulled Roadkill off youtube and tried to force people to pay for their terrible service, then you come along and scoop up 50% of their viewers by providing similar content for free. Hat's off to you, Derek!

    • @centsign2449
      @centsign2449 3 роки тому +153

      Better content

    • @justinstearns9723
      @justinstearns9723 3 роки тому +120

      @@centsign2449 Came here to say this as well. Definitely more relatable than Roadkill in later years. Derek’s content is the kind of stuff that a common man would do. I don’t see most of us welding the front end of a Cadillac Eldorado to the back of a Ford Econoline or some of the other crazy stuff they do. Dragging junk out of fence row after 20-30 years and making it run again is probably my favorite thing to do.

    • @RegalCobra097
      @RegalCobra097 3 роки тому +83

      Agreed. Motortrend's biggest mistake was to put Roadkill behind a paywall. But a guy doesn't mind after watching Derek for some time now.

    • @alexlockard8075
      @alexlockard8075 3 роки тому +40

      Even Finnegan's personal channel is better roadkill than roadkill imo. I've never been a fan of Freiburger though so that might be why I feel that way.

    • @blu73
      @blu73 3 роки тому +37

      I have to admit, i'd completely forgotten that motortrend even existed - tbf i got a bit bored of roadkill before they went off youtube. Roadkill is as close to bullshit TV program as a youtube show ever got.

  • @allensworth79
    @allensworth79 2 роки тому +145

    Now this is an episode like no other. Pulling at a fella's heart spark-alater strings. Bring the Thunder in memory of Grandpa. Well done!

    • @mustangcircut
      @mustangcircut Рік тому +3

      And keeping it simple to!! Great channel and honest man

  • @clayjones2370
    @clayjones2370 Рік тому +19

    I'm a Texan and an old Ford guy, but there's something just right about an old Chevy truck on a farm still willing to work. Anyone who doesn't think old vehicles have souls just hasn't driven one. That's what you're doing here, Derek: resurrections. Saving a soul for another day. Makes me feel good. Thank you.

  • @Matt-vg1fp
    @Matt-vg1fp 3 роки тому +178

    His brother talks. It's a miracle!!!!

    • @mikesr3407
      @mikesr3407 3 роки тому +6

      It's a Christmas Miracle , oh yeah sorry it's actually nice outside now ! I'll be dipped , man it's really nice out !

    • @stoneblue1795
      @stoneblue1795 3 роки тому +17

      (I think it's dubbed in with software and such)

    • @digitaIgorilla
      @digitaIgorilla 3 роки тому +14

      Yeah they used a voice actor in post prod.

    • @tdflooringtd
      @tdflooringtd 3 роки тому +4

      My thought exactly

    • @brianmcilvaine7965
      @brianmcilvaine7965 3 роки тому +1

      I talked to him at the Indianapolis show, he's a funny guy.

  • @DougGarrett
    @DougGarrett 3 роки тому +92

    A feller got something in his eyes right at the end there. A grandpa is something special. I loved the tribute at the ending.

  • @ratedredneck96
    @ratedredneck96 2 роки тому +168

    The ending brought a tear to my eye, im sure your grandpa was so proud of the man you turned into and the success you found. I use to take for granted all the things my grandpa done for me, i miss them both so much. What i would do for one more talk with my grandpas and uncle.

    • @michaelstarr5861
      @michaelstarr5861 Рік тому +5

      My grandfather taught me everything I know. Miss him a bunch

    • @Mr3Charlie
      @Mr3Charlie 5 місяців тому +2

      Growing up in the city, I appreciated time visiting my grandparents on the farm. I wanted to help clean and feed the pigs. I wanted to learn and work. From catching gophers to smoking out skunks in a culvert (maybe that's why Grandma complained) to hauling grain I feel blessed for the opportunity and experience. (As it turns out about 130 miles north of the Bieri's)

  • @boonecountygenerators3052
    @boonecountygenerators3052 2 роки тому +28

    Memories! In 1979 at the age of 16, I took my first driving test at the DMV in my dad’s 1970 Chevy C50 grain truck. She looked just like that one, inside and out, except she had a 292 six-banger and a 1-barrel carb. Same 4-speed trans & 2 speed axle (when empty, you could start in 2-high). 50 mph was about the top end. She hauled hundreds of thousands of bushels of grain, not to mention gravel, dirt and scrap iron. I even drove it to school a few times. Dad farmed with that truck until he retired in 2005. I miss that truck.

    • @SJKLR99
      @SJKLR99 2 роки тому +1

      Crazy ..dont see that at DMV often!

    • @loudcamaro79.
      @loudcamaro79. 2 роки тому +1

      Do you still have that truck?

  • @shilohstore6086
    @shilohstore6086 3 роки тому +67

    I mean this in the best way possible this was a family home video that we all were lucky enough to watch....

  • @munched55
    @munched55 3 роки тому +118

    A guy got a little lump in his throat when he heard, "Last load of hay...". RIP , Mr. Bieri.

  • @freddifish4179
    @freddifish4179 2 роки тому +8

    I have zero doubt that gramps is looking down and smiling. Watching you teach your boys is amazing and the way they already know their way around the tools and rigs is a huge testament to the teachers.

    • @calebmilne2186
      @calebmilne2186 Рік тому

      Start teaching em early like my pops did to me

  • @fredbowles4721
    @fredbowles4721 2 роки тому +28

    I'm more of a military history buff. The way VGG explains what he's doing and his clear love of history, family, and America just make a fella addicted. Hands down the best channel on UA-cam.

  • @JesusisJesus
    @JesusisJesus 3 роки тому +267

    One thing I didn’t know about Derek was that he is a really good driver when I saw the race at The Freedom Factory.
    If he didn’t get wiped out, he could have outdriven many professional drivers.
    This guy is so unassuming, pretends to be a lot less than he is, but he’s incredibly intelligent.

    • @Mgtb742
      @Mgtb742 3 роки тому +21

      driver mod baby! id want derek on my team for racing anyday

    • @Spector_NS5_RD
      @Spector_NS5_RD 3 роки тому +42

      That's why his channel is so great. He downplays his smarts to make it funny and interesting but we all know he's a natural at racing, fixing and restoring cars. A guy wishes he had half of Derek's talent.

    • @donellmuniz590
      @donellmuniz590 3 роки тому +22

      A brilliant sense of humor is an indicator of a brilliant mind. Not all smart people are funny, but all funny people are smart.

    • @seancrawford6903
      @seancrawford6903 3 роки тому +5

      Dang diesel brothers

    • @saganworshipper6062
      @saganworshipper6062 3 роки тому +12

      I think he led like 10+ laps by my count. Regardless, he put those other drivers ON NOTICE. Too bad the announcers barely even mentioned him as they were all focused on the "famous people". Next time I'll bet you anything Derek will be right up there with a top 3 finish and they will be FORCED to give him the credit he deserves, although, Derek being as humble as he is, surely doesn't care about that. One thing is for sure, I know he had a blast for those first few laps. He'll get em next time!

  • @ryanmartinage
    @ryanmartinage 3 роки тому +211

    Grandpa Alan definitely smiled again seeing his three boys pile in his old truck one more time. What a beautiful farm. It was a very nice tribute to your grandpa Derek. Thank you for sharing with us.

  • @goatmanilla
    @goatmanilla 7 місяців тому +3

    Thank you for keeping America fueled. God bless all the farmers of America.

  • @eyeballdude
    @eyeballdude 2 роки тому +17

    First I see Derek do his thang, like he always do. This always make me smile.
    Towards the end I see three kids goof around in grandpa’s ol truck. This made me chuckle.
    Then the end just makes a turn you never saw coming, to a whole new level and I just teared up!
    You’re a special guy there Derek! Keep up the good work keeping it real

  • @toddingram1198
    @toddingram1198 3 роки тому +154

    “We had a team meeting and realigned on what ‘ease’ means” Hahahahaha

    • @brucegilbert7243
      @brucegilbert7243 2 роки тому

      Am a gonna floor it! Should I floor it? Am a gonna floor it!

  • @kenmurray4232
    @kenmurray4232 3 роки тому +101

    Best tribute to your Grandpa. Far too many kids nowadays don't know what they are missing from Grandpa teaching. RIP Mr Bieri

    • @craigjorgensen4637
      @craigjorgensen4637 3 роки тому +1

      I never knew my grandfathers and I realize I missed so much.

    • @kenmurray4232
      @kenmurray4232 3 роки тому +1

      @@craigjorgensen4637 I got my love of anything that moves under it's own power from my Grandpa. I have tried to pass on the love to my kids & grandkids.

    • @michaelguinn5736
      @michaelguinn5736 3 роки тому

      Well said Ken!!

    • @tylerfalch2765
      @tylerfalch2765 3 роки тому

      So true a friend of mine will have the millions of dollars left by grandpa but will not have any of the life lessons, hes an entitled asshole

  • @tinygaragepowersports0122
    @tinygaragepowersports0122 20 днів тому

    What a beautiful place your family has. Looks like gold toned paradise. My Grampa passed away when I was 11 years old... in 1996 actually.... and it nearly destroyed my Dad. First time I had ever seen him cry. Gramps knew a lot, fixed a lot, and laughed a lot. I wish I could have spent more time with him, fixing old junk together. Listening to his stories. Guzzling coffee. He was a Chevy truck guy too, so that's approved. I really miss him. This video is a great family video and fitting tribute to your Grampa and that beautiful parcel of land. Thanks for giving us a look and getting that old rig going again.

  • @JCPaintGuy
    @JCPaintGuy 2 роки тому +24

    Thanks Derek. This one brought tears to my eyes, as I remembered my Grandpa, sitting on his lap and steering his old Allis-Chalmers with my little 5-year old hands while he worked the pedals.
    That was almost 50 years ago. He passed away 2 years later, and this video brought a lot of great memories back. I love seeing you and your family do things like this. Please keep posting content just like this, it’s good to remember those who have gone before us, and helped shape and make who we are.

    • @spaceghost8995
      @spaceghost8995 Рік тому +2

      I'm from Laporte, IN where Allis-Chalmers was once the biggest employer in town. The Chalmers plant shut down in 1980 and it was a major hit for the town.

  • @agenericaccount3935
    @agenericaccount3935 3 роки тому +118

    It was just saving that eighth cylinder for a special occasion. That closing scene with it moseying through the tall glass was Oscar worthy.

    • @ryanhammonds9803
      @ryanhammonds9803 3 роки тому +3

      We just ordered 2 independent chevelle shirts. You should make a " I'll be dipped " shirt . Love the channel.

    • @nobodyspecial6436
      @nobodyspecial6436 3 роки тому +5

      I think a shot of the old girl in the meadow belongs on a shirt too....

  • @davidtappe5337
    @davidtappe5337 3 роки тому +28

    Miss my Grandpa. He was the first pilot to complete 25 bombing raids in one bomber during world war 2. He was such a humble man. Charles Cliburn

  • @nijmakwa
    @nijmakwa 2 роки тому +10

    As soon as you three fellers started diving, it was like seeing three young boys having a field day all over again, and that is a rare occurring feeling. Thank you Derek for giving it a fitting retirement.

  • @VintageJunker
    @VintageJunker Рік тому +12

    We attended SEMA in 2017 and saw a 1972 Chevy C50 Turbo Diesel, Highlander called "The Duke". An Amazing Resto Mod with a Custom Extended Cab and Dump Bed! Painted in a Beautiful Chevy 2 tone White and Yellowish? I never knew what Model they used to do that build?? Until seeing the Video on your Grandpas' C50! Thanks so Much!!

  • @NickBeek
    @NickBeek 3 роки тому +457

    You hit a fella in the feels with that ending. Rest in peace to your grandpa.

    • @adamtaylor4627
      @adamtaylor4627 2 роки тому +6

      Ditto!

    • @jamesrebbechi4471
      @jamesrebbechi4471 2 роки тому +9

      All we can do is remember them bro

    • @dsmith3134
      @dsmith3134 2 роки тому +9

      A guy agrees

    • @josephjoestar3275
      @josephjoestar3275 2 роки тому +16

      Made a fellas rainmaker kick on for a bit

    • @chuckthebull
      @chuckthebull 2 роки тому +6

      It got me too.. Salt of the earth,, should never be forgotten...wonderful tribute here..

  • @daynapper7337
    @daynapper7337 3 роки тому +120

    Derek: "...theres brakes!"
    Chris: "thats new."
    Made a feller spit his morning hot snack

  • @WeeShoeyDugless
    @WeeShoeyDugless 2 роки тому +5

    Loved the eulogy for your grandpop at the end Derek.
    NOW......
    You just HAVE to get the old Ford grain truck living again in his memory 👍👍
    Great video as always.

  • @wagonmaster1974
    @wagonmaster1974 2 місяці тому

    My Granddad taught me everything I needed to know about animals, land, people and making what you have work until there is nothing left of it. We had cattle, horses, hogs, chickens and guinieas - and a stubborn Massey-Harris tractor. Had to start it with a crank. I miss him every day. You did well, Grandpa Bieri!

  • @archstanton9206
    @archstanton9206 3 роки тому +74

    Family. Love it. Set up a family picnic day every summer and get her running...take rides, laugh, tell stories, and remember your Grandpa and the others who made it all happen. Grandpa and Dad fixed those brakes for you, pretty sure of that. The tribute to your Grandfather was simply perfect.

  • @bockford
    @bockford 3 роки тому +44

    A guy's wife might've been cutting the onions there at the end of that tribute. Well done Mr. Bieri

  • @ward26102
    @ward26102 2 роки тому +10

    I smiled throughout, laughed like hell when you fixed the tire with fix-a-flat, and was a bit sad at the end. If you're not a celebrity or billionaire, all that's left after you pass is the memories your family and friends have. Grandpa is well remembered, and loved. I can tell.

    • @daveedson8607
      @daveedson8607 Рік тому +5

      That wasn't even Fix A Flat, it was Flex Seal! Hilarious! Derek - you and your brother and cousin honor Grandpa in the right way. My grandparents on Mom's side were gone before I was born, and I lost my Dad's at age 5 an 12, didn't really get to know them very well. My Mom passed when she was 60 (damn cigarettes) but my Dad, the old farmer, hung in to 83. He got really sick at 82 and recovered enough to come and live with us the last year of his life. He held class every night from the rocking chair with my younger daughter and son sitting at his feet, learning what it was like to live without electricity or cars, life on the farm, etc. Now my son has a bug up his ass about something and has kept his 5 kids away from us as punishment. He has no idea that his kids will resent him for that, because it is them that are being deprived of 2 loving grandparents that won't be around much longer.

  • @timclough8402
    @timclough8402 2 роки тому +1

    I’m not crying, you’re crying. Fun to have family shenanigans in loving memory. Since you recorded it, the memory will live forever!

  • @Imadadock
    @Imadadock 3 роки тому +185

    349.000 people have watched this in 24 hours...that is amazing. Derek you made a lot of people smile today. Well done.

    • @xollst
      @xollst 3 роки тому +6

      smile and cry :P

    • @RustyZipper
      @RustyZipper 2 роки тому +1

      1.2 million to date

    • @XAD566
      @XAD566 Рік тому

      1.65 now 😁

  • @marscruz
    @marscruz 3 роки тому +55

    R.I.P. Grandpa Alan Bieri. You did good in raising up a hearty family and caretaking the good earth and people you loved.

  • @JackOSUrulz
    @JackOSUrulz 2 роки тому +24

    I just discovered your channel. Been watching these videos off and on all day. Growing up around farmland, farmers, truckers and railroad men, I enjoy these old trucks and the memories behind such vehicles. When we are young, the thoughts of our grandparents and parents being gone are far from our minds, but when we age and as time passes along with them, we start to understand how much we yearn for the presence, and how much joy and comfort they brought to our lives.
    Those thoughts are amplified for me now, especially with what has happened to us as a country. God bless your family and you as well, thank for your humor, and I hope that you guys have many more years out there working that land and having fun!!

  • @user-zl6bq4gv3n
    @user-zl6bq4gv3n 7 місяців тому +1

    Damm this sure made me smile I love how this old girl went back to work and good old memories

  • @Very_Angry_Citizen
    @Very_Angry_Citizen 3 роки тому +33

    Your grandpas grain truck is AWESOME! Get your brother's together to revive that one.

    • @spooderdoggy
      @spooderdoggy 3 роки тому +3

      I agree. That truck looks to be in good shape waiting for restoration.
      👍🏻🇺🇸

    • @nodorf3778
      @nodorf3778 3 роки тому

      ^This! Make it a project between you grandsons, to restore this family heirloom. She deserves it.

  • @toddgreen9982
    @toddgreen9982 3 роки тому +57

    Dang it if a guy did not tear up at the end. We love our grandpas!!!

  • @andrewsmith9575
    @andrewsmith9575 2 роки тому +11

    Hi Derek! Loved the video on the old Chevy C50 family farm truck, would really love to see you do something with Grandpa’s green Ford parked in front of it!!! You truly inspire all who watch!!!

  • @VikingGruntpa
    @VikingGruntpa 2 роки тому +1

    This hits a fella in the feelalator. I know I'm late to the party and I just found this. I learned to drive a manual in Ford F500 dump truck with a dual speed axle that belonged to my grandpa. A fella understands how a fella feels sometimes. I'd love to haul one more load of gravel for the old man.

  • @Charlie_Crown
    @Charlie_Crown 3 роки тому +233

    Grandpa Bieri's character shines through his grandsons, hardworking, clever, no nonsense, happy and proud, a testament to him and his values, no doubt about that 👌

  • @yazman2268
    @yazman2268 3 роки тому +226

    The production value has really gone up; it's like a Discovery Channel show, but with actual good content

    • @scottsmith8546
      @scottsmith8546 3 роки тому +12

      Yeah and 38 min of content in 38 min. instead of 30 min of content in an hour show on the Discovery channel!

    • @CharlesP2009
      @CharlesP2009 3 роки тому +12

      Well, more like 15 minutes of actual content and a bunch of recaps to remind you what happened before the commercial break. A feller might forget what show he's watching without 'em.

    • @Clearanceman2
      @Clearanceman2 3 роки тому +4

      @@CharlesP2009 The worst one was street outlaws cash days. It was unwatchable. A race every 17 minutes, preceded by 12 commercials. I timed it. 17 after the hour, first race. 34 after, second race, etc.

  • @klummpskards5652
    @klummpskards5652 2 роки тому +1

    Chris had a mile wide smile driving the old beast and operating the dump.

  • @lancemartens2399
    @lancemartens2399 Місяць тому

    Wow, This video brought a tear to my eye at the end when the short tribute to Grandpa Alan Bieri came on. I too was a farm kid up here in Canada. We also had the farm "junk yard" full of retired and smashed up trucks and equipment. When I was a little guy, I was obsessed with getting the old trucks running and driving again. This really brought back memories for me, Thank you Derek. On a side note, You absolutely need to bring one of these trucks to rusty acres in Tennessee, not an option! Maybe restore that amazing old Ford, or turn that Chev into a tilt and load car hauler equipped with a roots blown big block, Eaton Fuller 18spd (because shifting) and super singles on the rear.!! Love the channel, keep up the great work sir.

  • @YetiSpeed
    @YetiSpeed 3 роки тому +252

    It's kind of a shame to see the ole girl dumped back in the weeds after seeing it run so well. Maybe you could put some bench seats on the back and use it to haul all of the kids around the farm during family reunions and get-togethers. RIP Grandpa Bieri

    • @SirFace4
      @SirFace4 3 роки тому +24

      Hay rides for the kids on Halloween!!

    • @briantruck2284
      @briantruck2284 3 роки тому +16

      Rebuild brakes & transmission

    • @hemidart7
      @hemidart7 3 роки тому +17

      Nah... that old ford in front of it at the end would be more interesting

    • @vaulttech8337
      @vaulttech8337 3 роки тому +12

      @@hemidart7 I want to see that for sure. Grab a wobble pop and enjoy history

    • @TKing2724
      @TKing2724 3 роки тому +5

      This truck would be ideal for haunted hayrides. It really gives a Final Destination vibe to the ride.

  • @mewserino
    @mewserino 3 роки тому +45

    Man that last shot of the truck driving through the field at sunset was pretty as a picture

  • @tyhogue8316
    @tyhogue8316 8 місяців тому +1

    You had a great childhood too! That must be why your so cool. You worked for everything you have and I believe you are a fella who values tradition.👍

  • @bradstubbs4397
    @bradstubbs4397 2 роки тому +1

    I learned to drive on the exact same type of truck. It was my Grandfather's and he had it special built from Chevy with the biggest engine offered and a special 16 speed transmission. He was a stonemason and used it to haul stone piled way over the top of the truck.

  • @robquinlan1472
    @robquinlan1472 3 роки тому +55

    6 words....big engine, freedom factory, independence flatbed.

  • @richardfitzwell6579
    @richardfitzwell6579 3 роки тому +13

    It's nice to hear you genuinely laughing with your brother

  • @keysangler247
    @keysangler247 2 роки тому

    First time watching this and you put the onions to me. I miss my Dad. Your grandpa and my father can't be replaced. They don't make them like that anymore.

  • @richardestenson7799
    @richardestenson7799 Рік тому

    Derek, one of my favorite videos! I grew up on a farm just south of Fargo / Moorhead where you have family living and about 300 miles east of Stanley, ND. We have a few tractors, cars and one of our grain trucks left '60 Ford. My son and I will be working on our '70 Oldsmobile 98 LS this coming Summer because of you. If you're up in the area, your welcome to come turn a wrench and let your boys run with my 11 year old out on our farm of about 600 acres. So sorry to hear of the passing of your Grandpa. I read his obituary and it looks like he was quite the fella. Beautiful Catholic Mass on UA-cam of his funeral. May he rest peacefully enjoying his eternal rest in Heaven. RDE

  • @ne30farms53
    @ne30farms53 3 роки тому +71

    Nice tribute to your Grandpa. They were a generation of hard working, God and country men.....something we need to pass to our youngns

    • @jupitercyclops6521
      @jupitercyclops6521 3 роки тому +1

      We have to get our country back before we can pass it on.
      Its been taken over by corporations & oligarchs.
      Crooks and thieves on both sides of the isle

  • @Jim_M_75
    @Jim_M_75 3 роки тому +50

    What a great family, nice to hear your brother talk a bit on this video to. RIP to your Grandpa Derek, farming families are the backbone of every country on the planet.

  • @jacksmith5692
    @jacksmith5692 Рік тому

    My late Uncle Melvin(Mac) owned around a 1,000 acre farm in Illinois that raised pigs, and grew corn and soy beans. He passed away at 90 in 2009 and my Aunt passed in 2021 at age 97. She was a NYC girl and they said she would never last when they were married in 1944 on her 20th birthday. Well they were married for 65 years and I used to love going out to the farm as a kid up to an adult. A different life from what I was used to but drinking Well water and the smell of the hay in the barn and the pigs is something you don't forget!
    Watching this reminds me of Uncle Mac's farm, RIP to him and Aunt El my late Dad's older Sister. The first time my Dad went out there was as a 13 year old in the summer of 1946. My Grandparents felt Dad needed a summer of hard work and having his older Sister keep an eye on him as he was getting into trouble in NYC. In 1946 they still had an outhouse and my first remembrance was my second time out in 1966 at age 4. By then they had indoor plumbing but still had the Well that you pumped for water if desired! He had a pond and my Dad showed me how to fish.
    My Cousins own the farm today but don't live on it with hired people running the farm. They are nearby in the town and were professional people now retired.
    Farm life is so real and tangible! I loved going out there!

  • @Bolton115
    @Bolton115 2 роки тому

    And, what a touching memorial of Granddad, the farmer. My parents are farmers, so thank you for that :-)

  • @littlenewby69
    @littlenewby69 3 роки тому +364

    I'm a licensed mechanic and I think I've learned more from watching three hundred and.... seventy-nine of these videos than I did in my 4 years of school.

    • @stevepartridge75
      @stevepartridge75 3 роки тому +41

      Practical knowledge isn't taught in a classroom. Every college tuition should come with the warning when graduated, you will know 25% of what u need to know.

    • @joe08867
      @joe08867 3 роки тому +10

      No doubt about it.

    • @donellmuniz590
      @donellmuniz590 3 роки тому +3

      That suggests either a poor school, or poor study habits!

    • @RelyksLegacy
      @RelyksLegacy 3 роки тому +14

      @@stevepartridge75 Even 25% is pushing it honestly. I learned maybe 15% of the job in school and I went to one of the best schools for my trade ( Car bodywork and painting ) in my area... So much stuff to learn, it's impossible to cram all this in however many years of school.

    • @jfv65
      @jfv65 3 роки тому +10

      @@stevepartridge75 school isn't necesarilly to teach you everything you need to know, it's mainly to protect the specific job market. Without diplomas/certificates you won't get hired, even if you are self tought with 20+ years of practical hands-on experience.

  • @FunctionalHistories
    @FunctionalHistories 3 роки тому +25

    THAT truck needs to come ALL THE WAY BACK. All the way to paint and dent repair. Do it. DO IT! Love ya, guys! -Vic

  • @mistergreene2
    @mistergreene2 2 роки тому +6

    found your channel while researching after I inherited my grandpa's '87 squarebody. you've been a real help for a guy with little to no experience working on cars trying to keep a family legacy up.

  • @johnjwedrall4290
    @johnjwedrall4290 10 місяців тому +1

    I love the color orange on that truck, its my favorite color 😊👍

  • @shelleyking8450
    @shelleyking8450 3 роки тому +39

    One of the coolest family tribute projects. R.I.P. Grandpa

  • @MuscatelTom
    @MuscatelTom 3 роки тому +30

    That ending really hit a guy. Im glad you share family stories. They make all of us feel like weve known you all our lives.

  • @Bolton115
    @Bolton115 2 роки тому +2

    This may be the first VGG vehicle I've seen that actually has brakes!

  • @DarrellSmith-up6oq
    @DarrellSmith-up6oq 9 місяців тому +1

    My grandpa had one just like it we hauled firewood on brings back good memories thanks

  • @kevinmantoani
    @kevinmantoani 3 роки тому +19

    I can imagine the 3 of you grinning from ear to ear in the cab of that thing 30 years ago as well. Your grandpa would be proud.

  • @scooterwoodley195
    @scooterwoodley195 3 роки тому +22

    She doesn’t want to retire. Keep her workin!

  • @michaelscottscheibner9760
    @michaelscottscheibner9760 2 роки тому +5

    Thanks for the memories Derek. I miss my grandpa all the time. He taught me a lot about farm life and life in general. One homily he said was; "You don't need the most expensive tool, but never buy the cheapest." I relate it to many things. He was a sharp guy.

  • @JOHN-ZOV
    @JOHN-ZOV 2 роки тому +1

    You put a smile on grandpa's face getting the old (Hay Make it Happener) running again.

  • @Mister006
    @Mister006 3 роки тому +70

    Worth it. It would be an honor for most of us to watch you restore it in honor of your Grandpa.

  • @VoiceofReason515
    @VoiceofReason515 3 роки тому +53

    30 years from now you'll be able to say "she ran when we parked her" and she'll start right up! Really fun video, you guys crack me up, thank you.

    • @Coloradohomestead22
      @Coloradohomestead22 3 роки тому +7

      And a guy’s grandchild will be heard saying, “Bring the thunder!” as it’s fired up.

  • @hotrodZack1948
    @hotrodZack1948 2 роки тому +1

    Man at the end when you were going to park it and you were driving it through the field as the sun was setting I swear I heard eagles screeching and “like a rock” playing it was like the perfect Chevy truck commercial.

  • @James-zk2yt
    @James-zk2yt 6 місяців тому

    Family, memories and shared experiences, that's what life is about, not the flash stuff. For a moment there a fellar felt like one of the family! Never stop what you are doing Derek!

  • @donaldseidel3566
    @donaldseidel3566 3 роки тому +10

    The end was the best.
    YOU NEVER FORGOT WHERE YOU CAME FROM

  • @djbazinet8758
    @djbazinet8758 3 роки тому +40

    I love the giggles we got out of Derek in this episode. We don’t normally get to hear him laugh at his jokes. Great vidya brother.

  • @67lavalsd
    @67lavalsd Рік тому +1

    Great video! You’ve actually got a 1967 C50 there. One year only ignition bezel, vent windows, no side marker lights on fenders, Fender emblems are 67-68 only. The vin should read CE547 factory v8 or CS547 factory 6 cyl. Just wanted to share my enthusiasm for 67-68 Chevy trucks with you!! Keep the awesome videos coming!!

  • @olympusborn
    @olympusborn 7 місяців тому

    I've watched this episode I don't even know how many times... Last scene gets in the feels every single time!

  • @Trains-With-Shane
    @Trains-With-Shane 3 роки тому +40

    Dang it! Must have backed the old truck over an onion patch during the remembrance of your grandfather. . *wipes eyes*

    • @marct.hernandez9129
      @marct.hernandez9129 3 роки тому +3

      We got heart Derek, we love what ya do there what with the Metal Metal hand things and Baterys and all, keep it up Buddy.

  • @donthewellguy
    @donthewellguy 3 роки тому +19

    “Now that we have brakes, we can do anything!” Best quote of the video... lol

  • @larrylund2682
    @larrylund2682 2 роки тому

    My uncle Ivereth had this same truck. In the 60's it was a really big truck on the farm. Virtually nobody had 18 wheelers on a farm unless they hauled for a living. I drove the C-50 during harvest. Which really means I got sent to town to wait in line at the grain elevator to unload. I was rented out and didn't get paid but, Aunt Blenda was a master chef like most of all the local farm wifes. Her bread was to die for and she baked fresh bread every day. Uncle also had a 55 stepside Chebby pickum up with a wood floor bed and a drivers door that would fly open when you turned right. OMG it was so fun and dangerous to work with family.

  • @takeashawnoutdoors5518
    @takeashawnoutdoors5518 2 роки тому +1

    I kept my grandpas old truck going till the frame gave up. I miss him and that old truck. I enjoyed this alot.

    • @clairaduckson496
      @clairaduckson496 2 роки тому

      You still truck 🚚

    • @takeashawnoutdoors5518
      @takeashawnoutdoors5518 2 роки тому

      @@clairaduckson496 my grandpas old truck died a few years ago

    • @clairaduckson496
      @clairaduckson496 2 роки тому

      @@takeashawnoutdoors5518 so sorry about your lost, hope you Move on and enjoy life to the full

  • @lefthander5
    @lefthander5 3 роки тому +17

    It would be awesome to see you hauling independence with that truck ..... what a tribute to your grandfather that would be!!! Love the content.

    • @mightymikethebear
      @mightymikethebear 3 роки тому +1

      That is a great idea, depending on the cost of the repairs, of course

  • @timboyd5380
    @timboyd5380 3 роки тому +24

    Those last 30 seconds Derek
    Priceless Man thank you for those “ feels”

    • @neplains
      @neplains 3 роки тому +3

      The wisdom and words of Paul Harvey.

  • @brianbunten3185
    @brianbunten3185 Рік тому +1

    Great vid, that late afternoon sun hitting the glass and that old truck brought back the memories. 44 years ago I used to drive my dads beat up IH harvester grain truck in the hay field. Steer between the bales son. I’m smiling n my washer pump must have kicked, my face is a little wet. We lost the farm when I was 13, later driving my dads big rig trucks. Lots of great feelings there. I must say great video editing n photography there….

  • @Chris-uq5mg
    @Chris-uq5mg 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you for bringing us along Derek! Returning to a family farm to relive the memories and honor the past is an opportunity few people have. For those of us who can't go back, we can at least remember our elders, and teach our kids how things used to be.

  • @kyle3883
    @kyle3883 3 роки тому +9

    Mr Derek sir, this is the best UA-cam video I have ever seen. Everything from how the farm looks in the evening to the cluttered benches of the shop make me think of my own farm with my older brothers too. My favorite part of this video was hearing how you all laugh the way only brothers or family being that close do when they get to goof around on the farm like the kids they used to be did. It was like hearing my brothers laughing too at all the silly things we used to do with all our old tractors and trucks growing up. And the ending makes me tear up a lil cause I can picture those words on a dozen pictures ma has hanging around the house. Literally. Thats why I'm happy to be a 5th gen farmer with my family. There's nothing like it and this video just encompasses everything I love the most about the farm, family and old junk. Keep the great videos coming. And thank you for all your hard work.

  • @billpilling5725
    @billpilling5725 3 роки тому +13

    The flex seal on the tire had me rolling 🤣 Nice job boys! Keep the tradition going!

  • @timbeattie6713
    @timbeattie6713 2 роки тому +1

    Mr Vice Grip i have been watching your you tube and its helped me so much . 2 years ago since 1/18 /20 i was hit bye a car while snowblowing my own driveway . the result was a broken back and left leg . i love what ya do and its helped me to over come my lack of ability to do pretty much any wrenching and woodwork or labor which i enjoy . anyway thank you for all your doing . God bless you and your family . Keep fighting the good fight . Sincerely Tim Beattie .

  • @aleckbrown5341
    @aleckbrown5341 4 місяці тому

    That is so cool you guys bringing the old girl back to life and having a good time. Very cool

  • @TheGrover1968
    @TheGrover1968 3 роки тому +157

    The smartest cowboy rides in the middle because he doesn't have to drive or get out to open & close the gate.

    • @jayworkman2308
      @jayworkman2308 3 роки тому +3

      "That's cowboy logic"?

    • @Clones2011
      @Clones2011 3 роки тому +3

      @@jayworkman2308 every cowboys got it

    • @zakbroad9130
      @zakbroad9130 3 роки тому +1

      @Stinky McFrazzlepants oh god ik the feeling, we have a 3 seated land rover and since i'm the smallest i go in the middle

    • @TheGrover1968
      @TheGrover1968 3 роки тому +1

      @@jayworkman2308 Wonder what Michael Martin Murphy is doing today.

    • @jayworkman2308
      @jayworkman2308 3 роки тому +1

      @aljernon I don't know but didn't figure anyone else would know that song lol

  • @joe08867
    @joe08867 3 роки тому +48

    What a fun a loving tribute to your grandfather. You boys were having some fun. I bet he looked down on you all and smiled.
    This is why you are the best channel on UA-cam.

  • @therageezick
    @therageezick 2 роки тому

    I have my grandfather's 69 gmc that's where a fella keeps ALLL the memories

  • @americanmotors3631
    @americanmotors3631 Рік тому +4

    I'd love to see more of this rig, It'd be cool to see if the other grain haulers will run too😎

  • @greggarner4477
    @greggarner4477 3 роки тому +56

    The end was enough to bring a tear to my eyes. Thank you Derek for being 100% human. The love we have for our loved ones who we no longer have (mainly our parents and grandparents) is truly only understood by those of us who no longer have them. Just one of those moments for me. Thank you

  • @roybal1975
    @roybal1975 3 роки тому +49

    NOW THAT WAS THE MOST I HAVE HEARD YOUR BROTHER TALK... LMAOO

    • @damianjackson9084
      @damianjackson9084 3 роки тому +2

      I was thinking the same thing it was good to see him come out of his shell

  • @TreyDawgWNL
    @TreyDawgWNL 9 місяців тому +4

    Great episode that got me all choked up at the ending and I never even met the man but considering the good men that have come along the family line after him he must have been a helluva guy and someone I'd drink a cold snack with!!!!

  • @jimjenkins003
    @jimjenkins003 Рік тому

    Leave it to something on UA-cam to make a grown man cry. I remember my grandpa using his horse to pull a sled to load the hay that had been raked and letting me ride on it back in the 1950's. He was the smartest men I ever knew because of all the things he could do even though he only went to the third grade. He was born in 1886 when everything was different. My dad entered World War II even though he didn't have to go since he was under age. and ended up on Iwo Jima. I couldn't have asked for two better role models and truly miss both of them.

  • @stevepartridge75
    @stevepartridge75 3 роки тому +18

    The weather is changing for the better. Time for more frequent VGG uploads!

    • @ViceGripGarage
      @ViceGripGarage  3 роки тому +21

      Working on it!

    • @clevelandmaker386
      @clevelandmaker386 3 роки тому +1

      @@ViceGripGarage restore that truck!
      It's a part of your history!!
      I wish I could have restored my dad's truck but I was too young!

    • @theronash7269
      @theronash7269 3 роки тому

      @@ViceGripGarage You know a guy's gonna have to restore that truck now Derek. You brought a lot of the boys to tears with this one.
      Put a picture of your Grandpa on the visor.

  • @rickaser2383
    @rickaser2383 3 роки тому +36

    At first I was expecting a 'typical' VGG rescue, but it became obvious early on that this was something special. Glad you could honor Grampa like that; maybe the annual run is a good place to start to bring her back. Thanks for bringing us along.

  • @Point221b
    @Point221b 2 роки тому

    The last load. Hallelujah!
    Gramps was laughing, so we're we!
    Bet that truck misses Gramps, but it had a great day!
    Thanks fellas! 🇬🇧

  • @gregoryhall3447
    @gregoryhall3447 2 роки тому +2

    Wish more people were like this now days