One of the things that come to mind is how often it's pointed out the mistakes I made in my younger days with my Fords of the 70s. Had I known then what you are showing now, I would have had fewer issues and saved a lot of time.
Luke, I don't know if you need to hear this or not, but your knowledge of everything engine never ceases to amaze me. I learn something with every video. Rock on.
Thanks so much, it's nice to have a pleasant comment - there are a lot of people on youtube who don't like me, so I sure see both sides in the comment section
@@ThunderHead289 It's a good thing that the negative doesn't matter. Your "fix" is the proof... They're just jealous that you have a vast knowledge of many different fields... We'll be with ya on your journey, that's all ya need.
@@ThunderHead289 dove into the carb world about 11 years ago with my first Bronco, and just got back into it about 4 years ago. Im 58 and wish I had 1/2 your knowledge. Have a good one.
@artummomenti3147 most of my knowledge was gained through a lot of work and failure - im happy to pass on the info I have so everyone else can hopefully have a more pleasant expirience than I did when I embarked on the classic car journey 🙂
Luke, as a residential and commercial HVAC tech with 30+ years experience, I noticed a couple of things on your furnace repair that I think are worth mentioning. The rod that you are calling a temperature sensor is actually the flame sensor for the ignition module that completes the micro interrogation/ground signal from the module when the pilot ignites. Upon a call for heat, the igniter glows, the pilot valve opens and the pilot flame burns on the sensing rod. The signal from the module travels to ground through the flame and lets the module know that there is an actual flame and that it’s ok to open the main gas. The flame sensor on that pilot was very coated/insulated by deposits, which will prevent the signal from passing to ground. It can be cleaned with steel wool or fine grit sandpaper back to a shiny surface. Also, the pilot flame was very low, indicating the pilot orifice may be partially stopped up. If you remove the pilot tube, you can use a single strand of wire from a stranded wire conductor (a piece of old lamp cord stripped out to expose the strands works good) to gently open up the orifice, allowing the pilot flame to contact the flame sensor correctly. Also, when the main burners lit, the outside burners did not light immediately after the inner ones, indicating your burner orifices (in the black tube that the burners connect to) may also be restricted with dust or debris, or your gas pressure is a little low. If it gets bad enough it could cause delayed ignition. They can also be cleaned out with the stranded wire. And the optimal gas pressure is indicated on the furnace data sticker. All the burners should light off about the same time.
I used to look after an incinerator that did the same, deposits on the flame (ionisation) sensor. Used to pull it out clean it and put back in worked every time. Occasionally the igniter, looked like a spark plug, would fail, some times cleaning it worked or else replaced it. The old boilers where I work now were usually the air flow sensors, the flaps would stick and it would fail on the purge cycle.
Came to comments looking for this. It’s pretty cool knowing that the flame sensor uses electricity through the flame as a diode to make sure there is actually a flame there. Much like a car being set up properly, correct gas pressures and temperature rise on a furnace go a long way for its longevity. Ft. Hvac tech and installer 10 years
It's awesome that you are working on this truck! I have driven by there in Muscatine a bunch and had their food at catered events. They do a superb job, amazing food. I'm 20 minutes south of the Quad City area. It's cool to see local stuff from you and Junkyard Digs.
so cool that you got Petronix and Edelbrock to sponsor that build. actually a good concept, to help people that deserve it by sponorship from manufacturers
That's what I thought, slightly had to bed since I wanted specific things - but I'm not going to promote something I don't use myself or like, that's just a disservice to the viewer
Luke you are a library full of automotive knowledge, you really know your timing I'm very amazed and learned alot from you keep up the good work,I will keep watching and learning
Luke, i just went thru the furnace thing with a buddy. And the day before I had a conversation with my son on the same subject. No errors on the board, would cycle but not light! If everything checks out ok, look for critters in the orifice, happens all the time ! My sons been doing heating and cooling for 24+ years! It was a tiny 🕷 that made a nest, if the furnace doesn't see the correct pressure it'll never lite the burners!!
I for one am glad to see a younger fellow who actually understands timing. That was a very clear explanation and in my opinion, dead on. Thank you for making this video.
I would never have sat and watched that procedure but for your clear explanation, great results, it’s astonishing how many ‘engineers’ struggle to fix pieces of engineering, you are the exception 👍
Well, i was a mechanic for a couple years before i went to school, and I've always owned old worn out throwaway things because that's what I could afford - so it was a "learn or suffer" lifestyle for many years 🙂
Yes, its amazing how much I forgot over 58 years. Most likely did not learn well enough. I struggled with many engines and carbs over the years. Finally moved on. Got a 98 Corvette LS1 and really went to the dark side. headers, Blower, updated PCM, Water Meth, Oil Tank for pressured start up, Alum Flywheel, 3.73 gear, On and On, 525 HP it was a beast, finally sold with 140,000 miles. My last Hot Rod that I built. Now real old and dream about finding a clean old rig to work on for fun. You help me get thru these down times. And you educate us well. Reminding me of the 64 Vette 327 I put headers on and it ran poor, took to upper classmate at Auto Tech school. they put it on the dyno and went thru everything. I had a huge Vacuum leak at the choke heat riser. I out on a Electric Fuel Pump and one morning car would not start. Took back to the older classmates, Pump had filled the cylinders with gas, Hydro-static lock up. !!!!! I did learn. But never as much as you have shown in your videos. Thank You Young Luke, a Super Dude! Dennis in Virginia
Luke, do yourself a favor and remove your burners. They need the crossovers cleaned judging by how slowly the flames spread to the outer two burners. All you’ll need is a wire brush, super easy to do. Awesome video as always!
I love watching you troubleshoot and methodically repair older engines. It is becoming a lost art as the 3 previous mechanics taking their shot at repair shows. Great job Luke! Phil
If it doesn't have an obd 2 plug. No modern mechanic can't fix anything. That's why I'm the only one to touch my vehicle. Good on you for helping out a buddy. 😊
Awe man, what treat, I'm never this early for Uncle Luke. Really good of you to help the dude out. You dont see trucks like that too often. Should be a good combo too. 351w is a great engine.
Luke: Great stuff!! Many thanks for your willingness to help out and also get the gent some pretty cool free stuff for the motor! I lived in Muscatine IA many years ago when I worked for GPC.
Luke - What an EXCELLENT video. I'm also a Ford guy, but I have always felt that, despite popular criticism, the dura-spark was a good reliable ignition. I never understood why so many respectable mechanics hated it..... UNTIL I WATCHED THIS VIDEO! I will definitely be getting the Pertronix ignition on my next project! I appreciate how you consistently explain each step of the engine tuning process thoroughly, and you take the time to explain the "why" of each step. Thanks again Luke.
As an older gen x er and mechanical engineer, it's so good to see the younger generation enjoying and mastering tuning carbs & distributors. I love watching your videos and your practical approach to tuning as well as provide simple explanations on how to approach tuning . Also kudo's to creating the carb cheater and creating a business! That's a great concept and I wish you much success! :-)
Luke your channel has become one of my top favorites.....Me being born and raised in Iowa may have something to do with that....but your videos and knowledge on cars is the most convincing.
Hi Luke, you are really a kind hearted and awesome guy helping out the owner of this super cool panel truck. Well done! Also big shout out to all company's that donated the parts to make this project an over whelming success! Thanks for the super awesome video. I always learn so much from watching your videos!
Luke, you've do it yet again! Every time I watch you, there is something I learn. This time you really blew me away with your entrepreneurs hat on. I never expected you to do someone else's vehicle! You really must have felt for the Guy you are doing the work for. Just the fact that you go to your favourite suppliers and seek aid it fantastic! That they put their hands in their corporate pockets, and gave you/the car the required parts is even better! Shows commitment to your channel, they know you will mention them, and they will get recognition for it! That apart, you do a fantastic job of reminding us older guys, things we have forgotten because of lack of practice! Me, I was an engineer most of my life, and worked on all types of m/c 's, cars being among them. True I'm in UK and there are not many US cars over here, but your principles are still valid, for whatever vehicle. And your venture into HVAC also gives us an insight to the twisted brain you possess, especially when it comes to the music you choose. Don't get me wrong, I don't dislike your music, I LOVE IT! I'm 69 yrs old and was a rock fan, way before you were even a twinkle in your daddies eye. Now I know, through having missed you during your break, that AIC is your fav band. What is your title music/what album? the more I hear it the more I like it!!! You are my favourite Auto tech on YT!
Luke this is an amazing video!! Im a guy in my mid 30’s and these videos give me hope that I can keep my old cars going when my older mechanics retire.
Probably the best video you have done! Everything from A to Z in one video. I need to book mark this for future reference. Thanks so much for making this!
Dude your no nonsense approach to fixing things is what I love and your knowledge on old stuff is awesome. Love my Fords and I really appreciate these old wagons as they were the workhorse that no one really appreciated. Glad to see you not let your friend give up on the old girl.
Your knowledge of the old and under appreciated vehicles is valuable and appreciated. Probably could have got a lot more out of my 66 GTO with your knowledge. Thank you for showing an old dog a thing or two.
I'm back to watch this video again. A few days after I watched it the first time my Duraspark crapped out. Just ordered this same distributor and coil for my 351w from advance Auto parts with their fall coupon code
Fixing things yourself can be so rewarding! had flame sensor go on both home and shop furnace in 1 week of each other, great learning experience. so many helpful vids on the youtubes. thanks for all your awesome content sir!
Thank you! I absolutely love that your channel focuses on tech tips/troubleshooting and helpful information. So many car UA-cam channels have shifted almost entirely to entertainment with little to no substance. Please never change. I've got a '64 f-100 build that has been waiting patiently for me to work on it. I have some time and space constraints right now, so finding videos like yours that I can absorb information from and take notes on, keeps me involved and focused. I can't wait until I can dig into it again - planning on getting myself a carb cheater too!
Luke. I've been watching you for quite a few years now. So I know when you say stuff like. You don't know what you're doing. You're full of it 😂 your mechanical knowledge and always knowing how to problem solve and fix anything you come across. Never ceases to boggle the mind 🤯. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. I got one have learned tons! By watching your videos.
It's nice when the hay stops growing. Showing us how to adjust the sweet spot for windows down, town to town cruising. My laughter comes from deep inside. Thanks again.
I havent seen a hot surface pilot setup in a long time. I appreciate the logical approach you took to your furnace diagnosis. You would be suprised how many people in the residential hvac industry think they are rocket scientists or how many times simple diagnostics elude techs. If you have problems with dirty propane in your area make sure the dirt leg near your furnace is 10x its diameter it should catch all the problems and keep that gas valve clean.
Some amazing work, Luke. Hate to say it, but this is a bit of a window into the often low level of mechanic analysis of issues we see in the real world. It's what got me to do all my own repairs on my vehicles. I only buy before about 2005. Wish I could get oldies like you have in your garage, but I don't have the money and space for it. I do have my 1992 Ford F250, which has been a nice vehicle to fix up....and will last me the rest of my life, I bet.
I bought a 1995 f250 with a 351w from the company that I work for that they were going to scrap, a little bit of work and it's been a great truck so far, put 3000 miles on it now 🙂
@@ThunderHead289 Very nice! I've had mine for 16 years now....and rebuilt the tranny and engine back in 2020....with upgrades to both engine and e4od tranny. Just need to keep up with the body work, as I actually live in the Toronto area in Canada, The one mistake I made was to use a torque converter that was actually meant for the Ford large block....351 and up. It's sluggish...but will work until I buy the proper torque converter. Also guzzles gas as a result. Always work in progress. Would be nice to have the manual tranny you so often have in your trucks....lol. Shifter on the floor is the best thing ever.
I've got an old Ford built tank a stones throw away from my home parked outside my local VFW. Pretty cool rig. I used to ride my bike there and climb all over it when I was a kid.
Uncle Luke I turned 72 in August. Ford’s all my life and honestly I learn something new each time I watch you. Amazing how today’s mechanics don’t really understand the basic of the so called old school cars. Just look at that sticker for the oil weight put in. You under rate your amazing knowledge and patience. Thanks for another great video
I cant blame them - everyone thinks its expensive driving classics, but in my day when i acquired mine they were cheap. most of what I know has been out of necesity as I relied on my classics to get me to school and to work - that has changed now where, for most, they are occasionally driven - so even mechanics dont see many of them come through these days
I grew up driving $200 dollar straight sixes from the early 70’s. lol, we always blamed the 1 barrel carb for an underperforming engine. We had no idea what engine timing could do.
It's pretty amazing how knowledgeable you are for a young guy, and a "city boy" at that. You must have spent summers on a farm at least. My very 1st vehicle was a 4wd 57 GMC I don't know what they called them back then so I called it a "Blazer" Basically a panel with windows. Paid $500 bucks for it.
I know what you mean about living in the country and can't get service companies to come out. We were busy and we're willing to pay someone to do some dirt work for us. After calling several contractors we finally got someone to show up. After explaining what we needed he looked over and saw our tractor that has a loader and backhoe on it. Then he said, you have a tractor you can do it yourself. And he left.
Luke, if anyone doesn't like you that's their loss bro. Like dude below me said, your knowledge of engines never ceases to amaze me either. I've been an ASE mechanic ever since I was 19 and I'm 41 now (and a truck driver because I can't compeye with the whole computer controlled cars of today). I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge with all of us.
Hi, I am a huge fan of your talent and knowledge! I love still learning from you and how well you explain your material. Also great music when you’re working. Thank you for everything you’ve shared and explained.
I enjoy your channel, I always learn something new. You have a positive, attitude toward providing your hard earned skills to us. Believe me, we all appreciate it. Thanks for sharing.
Nice panel truck. You are correct about the new generation of automotive "mechanics". I think too many of them learn how to hook up a computer and just replace the parts the vehicle's computer says need to be replaced. They don't really understand older vehicles, especially when it comes to carburetors and distributors. Chevrolet repair kit... priceless!!! 🤣🤣🤣 5W-20 oil in an engine designed in the 1960's... really bad idea. Well, not a bad idea if your goal is premature wear. Great job of not only getting it running well, but upgrading systems to make it more reliable, efficient, and even more environmentally friendly. Yeah, I said it, more environmentally friendly. The PCV system keeps oil vapor from polluting the engine bay environment. A properly sized and tuned 4 barrel carb definitely provides more power, but it can actually improve fuel mileage as long as you are reasonably gentle on the throttle.
@@logicthought24 It's actually a multi-manufacturer repair kit, good for GM, BMW, Hyundai, KIA, and post-1975 Chrysler. Not suitable for YUGO, those you just let return to the earth from whence they were made. 😁
It's been years since I've tuned a carb and I remembered things that I had forgotten and learned a tip about port vacuum. Definitely worthy of watching a few times if u wanted to learn something.
I enjoy soaking up the knowledge you're sharing and it's going in my head because you teach in a way that makes you think about why something does what it does which then brings about genuine understanding. Thanks Luke! I'm looking forward to the carb set up on this lovely old panel van!
2 words Wood Stove Lots of exercise keeping the wood split. its good for ya. Love that panel truck. Amazed you could see out of it. I'm only 6 4 and have difficulty in those Keep up the fine work young man, the best out there for sure.
Thank you for another video and helping this person out. Really really enjoy your content. Just purchased the timing light from ya, well the wife did, can't wait
Doesn’t matter what other people think of you Luke. Knowledge is power and to survive that’s the main ingredient. Learn all that you can while you can. Never know what the future holds.
G'day Luke, I really enjoy the problem solving and clear explanations, despite i'm a bit of a newbie to carb stuff im really enjoying the learning (and have done over the last maybe 2 years i've been subbed). Even down to the furnace section of the video, your core values of learn or go without shines through, that's a value i learnt as i was growing up. All the best from down under and keep the videos coming !.
Wow dude I’ve been working around cars for decades and everytime I watch you it is like I’m an idiot. You are really good at explaining what you are doing and why all well thought out. I know how but guess I had not thought of the why a lot of times. I’m very impressed wish you put out a video everyday
Hi, I learned so much from you when rebuilding my ford 302 so without your knowledge it may never have happened. I also appreciate your sense of humour as it’s so different from here in the UK. What a beautiful truck and credit to you for giving up your time 👍🇬🇧
Luke, that’s just a great video all around. You don’t need volume or regularity when you bring ford expertise like this mixed with so many tech tips made easy. Plus the furnace refurb. At the beginning of cold weather? King! Bravo! You are approaching Angus levels.
I have watched every one of your tuning videos and always enjoy them and pick something up that i really like. it’s so satisfying to see the engine run so well afterwards.
"Arbitrarily symmetrical," and other such narration, is a gargantuan reason why I seldom become lugubrious while viewing your exploits... And... You ROCK!!
Keep doing what you do man I so enjoy watching you and you never stray away from explaining things even if you have said it in other video's you keep it real I respect the hell out of you for that, you don't know how much. God Bless my friend and have a good one.👍
Pretty fun recovery on this classic 🙂
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Hey Luke I wish I would have had that Chevy repair kit the last time I worked on a 07 Silverado that I knicknamed the SilverBasturd 😂
One of the things that come to mind is how often it's pointed out the mistakes I made in my younger days with my Fords of the 70s. Had I known then what you are showing now, I would have had fewer issues and saved a lot of time.
I know what I"m asking Santa to get me for Christmas 😁
Glad to see u back. Love ur posts, learn alot
Do the hats sit high in the front or are they low profile?
Luke, I don't know if you need to hear this or not, but your knowledge of everything engine never ceases to amaze me. I learn something with every video. Rock on.
Thanks so much, it's nice to have a pleasant comment - there are a lot of people on youtube who don't like me, so I sure see both sides in the comment section
@@ThunderHead289 that is impossible, you are too good a dude. Hang tough nobody has you. Just you and Vetenarian Lady on that Orange Tractor. D
@@ThunderHead289 It's a good thing that the negative doesn't matter. Your "fix" is the proof... They're just jealous that you have a vast knowledge of many different fields... We'll be with ya on your journey, that's all ya need.
@@ThunderHead289 dove into the carb world about 11 years ago with my first Bronco, and just got back into it about 4 years ago. Im 58 and wish I had 1/2 your knowledge. Have a good one.
@artummomenti3147 most of my knowledge was gained through a lot of work and failure - im happy to pass on the info I have so everyone else can hopefully have a more pleasant expirience than I did when I embarked on the classic car journey 🙂
"Chevrolet repair kit" 😂
Thank you for being a genuinely good hearted soul and helping that man out ❤
Luke, as a residential and commercial HVAC tech with 30+ years experience, I noticed a couple of things on your furnace repair that I think are worth mentioning.
The rod that you are calling a temperature sensor is actually the flame sensor for the ignition module that completes the micro interrogation/ground signal from the module when the pilot ignites.
Upon a call for heat, the igniter glows, the pilot valve opens and the pilot flame burns on the sensing rod. The signal from the module travels to ground through the flame and lets the module know that there is an actual flame and that it’s ok to open the main gas. The flame sensor on that pilot was very coated/insulated by deposits, which will prevent the signal from passing to ground. It can be cleaned with steel wool or fine grit sandpaper back to a shiny surface.
Also, the pilot flame was very low, indicating the pilot orifice may be partially stopped up. If you remove the pilot tube, you can use a single strand of wire from a stranded wire conductor (a piece of old lamp cord stripped out to expose the strands works good) to gently open up the orifice, allowing the pilot flame to contact the flame sensor correctly.
Also, when the main burners lit, the outside burners did not light immediately after the inner ones, indicating your burner orifices (in the black tube that the burners connect to) may also be restricted with dust or debris, or your gas pressure is a little low. If it gets bad enough it could cause delayed ignition. They can also be cleaned out with the stranded wire. And the optimal gas pressure is indicated on the furnace data sticker. All the burners should light off about the same time.
I used to look after an incinerator that did the same, deposits on the flame (ionisation) sensor. Used to pull it out clean it and put back in worked every time. Occasionally the igniter, looked like a spark plug, would fail, some times cleaning it worked or else replaced it. The old boilers where I work now were usually the air flow sensors, the flaps would stick and it would fail on the purge cycle.
Came to comments looking for this. It’s pretty cool knowing that the flame sensor uses electricity through the flame as a diode to make sure there is actually a flame there. Much like a car being set up properly, correct gas pressures and temperature rise on a furnace go a long way for its longevity.
Ft. Hvac tech and installer 10 years
@@prestongibbons6936 I've also come across ones with an infrared sensor behind a little window.
@@mikerubynfs I’ve only seen that on industrial locomotive boilers back in college
@@prestongibbons6936 I think the one remaining old boiler where I work uses it, we only use it as a backup so it only runs occasionally.
No way!!! I thought you were taking a break from UA-cam. What a pleasant surprise!!!!
I was indeed gone for about a month 🙂
I come and go - i think there's some algorithm im supposed to pay attention to? Oh well 😄
@@ThunderHead289 Forget the algorithm. Watch your website sales! I have a '66 F100 that "needs" some upgrades 😉
It's awesome that you are working on this truck! I have driven by there in Muscatine a bunch and had their food at catered events. They do a superb job, amazing food. I'm 20 minutes south of the Quad City area. It's cool to see local stuff from you and Junkyard Digs.
so cool that you got Petronix and Edelbrock to sponsor that build. actually a good concept, to help people that deserve it by sponorship from manufacturers
That's what I thought, slightly had to bed since I wanted specific things - but I'm not going to promote something I don't use myself or like, that's just a disservice to the viewer
Luke you are a library full of automotive knowledge, you really know your timing I'm very amazed and learned alot from you keep up the good work,I will keep watching and learning
Good looking rig! Really cool of you help the gentleman out Luke! That's the only way things change! Random acts of kindness! 💯🙏👍
It's been a fun little project 🙂
@ThunderHead289 Nice touch throwing in the HVAC tech tips!👍I to had to learn early on, out of necessity! 😂
Thanks luke ive converted a 351 fuel injection to carb awesome info on where to plug in vacuum @ThunderHead289
@@scuba-steve-82same, regrettably same 😅
Luke, i just went thru the furnace thing with a buddy. And the day before I had a conversation with my son on the same subject. No errors on the board, would cycle but not light!
If everything checks out ok, look for critters in the orifice, happens all the time ! My sons been doing heating and cooling for 24+ years!
It was a tiny 🕷 that made a nest, if the furnace doesn't see the correct pressure it'll never lite the burners!!
Perfectly tunes Holley carb. Replaces with Edelbrock. Never change, Luke.
eh, why not :)
The holley isn't perfectly tuned. The main jets are too big which is why the idle mixture screws are in so far.
I for one am glad to see a younger fellow who actually understands timing. That was a very clear explanation and in my opinion, dead on. Thank you for making this video.
I love the adage, “I know enough to be dangerous.” I’m that way with a lot of things, not carburetors, but some things.
FANTASTIC CHANNEL!!!!
I would never have sat and watched that procedure but for your clear explanation, great results, it’s astonishing how many ‘engineers’ struggle to fix pieces of engineering, you are the exception 👍
Well, i was a mechanic for a couple years before i went to school, and I've always owned old worn out throwaway things because that's what I could afford - so it was a "learn or suffer" lifestyle for many years 🙂
Yes, its amazing how much I forgot over 58 years. Most likely did not learn well enough. I struggled with many engines and carbs over the years. Finally moved on. Got a 98 Corvette LS1 and really went to the dark side. headers, Blower, updated PCM, Water Meth, Oil Tank for pressured start up, Alum Flywheel, 3.73 gear, On and On, 525 HP it was a beast, finally sold with 140,000 miles. My last Hot Rod that I built. Now real old and dream about finding a clean old rig to work on for fun. You help me get thru these down times. And you educate us well.
Reminding me of the 64 Vette 327 I put headers on and it ran poor, took to upper classmate at Auto Tech school. they put it on the dyno and went thru everything. I had a huge Vacuum leak at the choke heat riser. I out on a Electric Fuel Pump and one morning car would not start. Took back to the older classmates, Pump had filled the cylinders with gas, Hydro-static lock up. !!!!! I did learn. But never as much as you have shown in your videos. Thank You Young Luke, a Super Dude! Dennis in Virginia
Hey Luke good to see you back man keep up the good work and have a great day
You as well🙂
Luke, do yourself a favor and remove your burners. They need the crossovers cleaned judging by how slowly the flames spread to the outer two burners. All you’ll need is a wire brush, super easy to do. Awesome video as always!
Muscatine, Iowa! Im the next town over. They cater at my work often.
I appreciate hooking up the vacuum gauge to the carb instead of "tuning by ear"
Data never lies
I love watching you troubleshoot and methodically repair older engines. It is becoming a lost art as the 3 previous mechanics taking their shot at repair shows. Great job Luke! Phil
If it doesn't have an obd 2 plug. No modern mechanic can't fix anything.
That's why I'm the only one to touch my vehicle.
Good on you for helping out a buddy. 😊
Awe man, what treat, I'm never this early for Uncle Luke. Really good of you to help the dude out. You dont see trucks like that too often. Should be a good combo too. 351w is a great engine.
Luke: Great stuff!! Many thanks for your willingness to help out and also get the gent some pretty cool free stuff for the motor! I lived in Muscatine IA many years ago when I worked for GPC.
Always love your videos, but going out of your way to help that dude with his truck is what makes you pretty awesome! Good job! 👍
I always smile when I see your video pop up .
@@chadwright7614 me too.
Luke - What an EXCELLENT video.
I'm also a Ford guy, but I have always felt that, despite popular criticism, the dura-spark was a good reliable ignition. I never understood why so many respectable mechanics hated it..... UNTIL I WATCHED THIS VIDEO! I will definitely be getting the Pertronix ignition on my next project!
I appreciate how you consistently explain each step of the engine tuning process thoroughly, and you take the time to explain the "why" of each step.
Thanks again Luke.
You are very welcome 🙂
As an older gen x er and mechanical engineer, it's so good to see the younger generation enjoying and mastering tuning carbs & distributors. I love watching your videos and your practical approach to tuning as well as provide simple explanations on how to approach tuning . Also kudo's to creating the carb cheater and creating a business! That's a great concept and I wish you much success! :-)
Luke I like the way you take the time to explain how the system works. Love the videos keep them coming..
Luke your channel has become one of my top favorites.....Me being born and raised in Iowa may have something to do with that....but your videos and knowledge on cars is the most convincing.
Your carburetor and timing videos fixed my extremely rich idle on my mopar thank you now runs great
Hi Luke, you are really a kind hearted and awesome guy helping out the owner of this super cool panel truck. Well done! Also big shout out to all company's that donated the parts to make this project an over whelming success! Thanks for the super awesome video. I always learn so much from watching your videos!
Luke, you've do it yet again! Every time I watch you, there is something I learn. This time you really blew me away with your entrepreneurs hat on. I never expected you to do someone else's vehicle! You really must have felt for the Guy you are doing the work for. Just the fact that you go to your favourite suppliers and seek aid it fantastic! That they put their hands in their corporate pockets, and gave you/the car the required parts is even better! Shows commitment to your channel, they know you will mention them, and they will get recognition for it!
That apart, you do a fantastic job of reminding us older guys, things we have forgotten because of lack of practice! Me, I was an engineer most of my life, and worked on all types of m/c 's, cars being among them. True I'm in UK and there are not many US cars over here, but your principles are still valid, for whatever vehicle. And your venture into HVAC also gives us an insight to the twisted brain you possess, especially when it comes to the music you choose. Don't get me wrong, I don't dislike your music, I LOVE IT! I'm 69 yrs old and was a rock fan, way before you were even a twinkle in your daddies eye. Now I know, through having missed you during your break, that AIC is your fav band. What is your title music/what album? the more I hear it the more I like it!!! You are my favourite Auto tech on YT!
Luke this is an amazing video!! Im a guy in my mid 30’s and these videos give me hope that I can keep my old cars going when my older mechanics retire.
Great job! I love your Chevrolet repair tool! As a retired HVAC tech, I'd say your furnace troubleshooting was great too, you did what you had to do.
Love the diversity of knowledge.
Probably the best video you have done! Everything from A to Z in one video. I need to book mark this for future reference. Thanks so much for making this!
Dude your no nonsense approach to fixing things is what I love and your knowledge on old stuff is awesome. Love my Fords and I really appreciate these old wagons as they were the workhorse that no one really appreciated. Glad to see you not let your friend give up on the old girl.
Your knowledge of the old and under appreciated vehicles is valuable and appreciated. Probably could have got a lot more out of my 66 GTO with your knowledge. Thank you for showing an old dog a thing or two.
I'm back to watch this video again. A few days after I watched it the first time my Duraspark crapped out. Just ordered this same distributor and coil for my 351w from advance Auto parts with their fall coupon code
Fixing things yourself can be so rewarding! had flame sensor go on both home and shop furnace in 1 week of each other, great learning experience. so many helpful vids on the youtubes. thanks for all your awesome content sir!
Thank you! I absolutely love that your channel focuses on tech tips/troubleshooting and helpful information. So many car UA-cam channels have shifted almost entirely to entertainment with little to no substance. Please never change. I've got a '64 f-100 build that has been waiting patiently for me to work on it. I have some time and space constraints right now, so finding videos like yours that I can absorb information from and take notes on, keeps me involved and focused. I can't wait until I can dig into it again - planning on getting myself a carb cheater too!
The only YT automotive channel with music I like. :)
"Our lives are overrated...." hahaha
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Luke. I've been watching you for quite a few years now. So I know when you say stuff like. You don't know what you're doing. You're full of it 😂 your mechanical knowledge and always knowing how to problem solve and fix anything you come across. Never ceases to boggle the mind 🤯. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. I got one have learned tons! By watching your videos.
there some things I know well in life, generally through much testing, trial and error, and still a great many things I am still learning :)
It's nice when the hay stops growing.
Showing us how to adjust the sweet spot for windows down, town to town cruising.
My laughter comes from deep inside.
Thanks again.
As an old Ford guy. You give me hope in the young guys in naturally aspirated knowledge
Best of your videos yet, puts all of your tuning procedures and tips into one seamless "lesson".
Thanks for putting this up.
awesome job helping out the fellow man!
I havent seen a hot surface pilot setup in a long time. I appreciate the logical approach you took to your furnace diagnosis. You would be suprised how many people in the residential hvac industry think they are rocket scientists or how many times simple diagnostics elude techs. If you have problems with dirty propane in your area make sure the dirt leg near your furnace is 10x its diameter it should catch all the problems and keep that gas valve clean.
Some amazing work, Luke. Hate to say it, but this is a bit of a window into the often low level of mechanic analysis of issues we see in the real world. It's what got me to do all my own repairs on my vehicles. I only buy before about 2005. Wish I could get oldies like you have in your garage, but I don't have the money and space for it. I do have my 1992 Ford F250, which has been a nice vehicle to fix up....and will last me the rest of my life, I bet.
I bought a 1995 f250 with a 351w from the company that I work for that they were going to scrap, a little bit of work and it's been a great truck so far, put 3000 miles on it now 🙂
@@ThunderHead289 Very nice! I've had mine for 16 years now....and rebuilt the tranny and engine back in 2020....with upgrades to both engine and e4od tranny. Just need to keep up with the body work, as I actually live in the Toronto area in Canada, The one mistake I made was to use a torque converter that was actually meant for the Ford large block....351 and up. It's sluggish...but will work until I buy the proper torque converter. Also guzzles gas as a result. Always work in progress. Would be nice to have the manual tranny you so often have in your trucks....lol. Shifter on the floor is the best thing ever.
I love this man’s videos. So much knowledge from such a young guy.
I always appreciate a visit from ole uncle luke... hehehe
I've got an old Ford built tank a stones throw away from my home parked outside my local VFW. Pretty cool rig. I used to ride my bike there and climb all over it when I was a kid.
Uncle Luke I turned 72 in August. Ford’s all my life and honestly I learn something new each time I watch you. Amazing how today’s mechanics don’t really understand the basic of the so called old school cars. Just look at that sticker for the oil weight put in. You under rate your amazing knowledge and patience. Thanks for another great video
I cant blame them - everyone thinks its expensive driving classics, but in my day when i acquired mine they were cheap. most of what I know has been out of necesity as I relied on my classics to get me to school and to work - that has changed now where, for most, they are occasionally driven - so even mechanics dont see many of them come through these days
@ so true. I’m ok with that if didn’t charge owner for fixing nothing
It’s cool seeing you working on stuff from my local area! A Guy and a Grille has some great food!
I grew up driving $200 dollar straight sixes from the early 70’s. lol, we always blamed the 1 barrel carb for an underperforming engine. We had no idea what engine timing could do.
rotella in this big boy ..5-20 is for modern cars
It's pretty amazing how knowledgeable you are for a young guy, and a "city boy" at that. You must have spent summers on a farm at least. My very 1st vehicle was a 4wd 57 GMC I don't know what they called them back then so I called it a "Blazer" Basically a panel with windows. Paid $500 bucks for it.
I know what you mean about living in the country and can't get service companies to come out. We were busy and we're willing to pay someone to do some dirt work for us. After calling several contractors we finally got someone to show up. After explaining what we needed he looked over and saw our tractor that has a loader and backhoe on it. Then he said, you have a tractor you can do it yourself. And he left.
Luke, if anyone doesn't like you that's their loss bro. Like dude below me said, your knowledge of engines never ceases to amaze me either. I've been an ASE mechanic ever since I was 19 and I'm 41 now (and a truck driver because I can't compeye with the whole computer controlled cars of today). I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge with all of us.
Hi, I am a huge fan of your talent and knowledge! I love still learning from you and how well you explain your material. Also great music when you’re working. Thank you for everything you’ve shared and explained.
Always a pleasure to watch your content, Luke. Very informative. Keep up the great work.
That truck is so cool. I don't think I have ever seen one of those.
Thank you Luke your videos are helping keep mind off pain in hospital recovering from knee replacement been a rough one.
My friend, I wish you a healthy and quick recovery. Immobilization is just as hard on the mind as it is the body - hang in there
I enjoy your channel, I always learn something new. You have a positive, attitude toward providing your hard earned skills to us. Believe me, we all appreciate it. Thanks for sharing.
Great looking old truck! Vehicles like this. You know we're earning their keep when new.
Great job Luke helping out a guy in need. To bad more people can't be this kind 😊
I'm soo glad I stumbled on your channel....your dry humor, your knowledge and how you present it to your viewers is really fun to learn from!
Oh, but definitely a cool old panel truck!! Love those things!
Nice panel truck. You are correct about the new generation of automotive "mechanics". I think too many of them learn how to hook up a computer and just replace the parts the vehicle's computer says need to be replaced. They don't really understand older vehicles, especially when it comes to carburetors and distributors.
Chevrolet repair kit... priceless!!! 🤣🤣🤣
5W-20 oil in an engine designed in the 1960's... really bad idea. Well, not a bad idea if your goal is premature wear.
Great job of not only getting it running well, but upgrading systems to make it more reliable, efficient, and even more environmentally friendly. Yeah, I said it, more environmentally friendly. The PCV system keeps oil vapor from polluting the engine bay environment.
A properly sized and tuned 4 barrel carb definitely provides more power, but it can actually improve fuel mileage as long as you are reasonably gentle on the throttle.
@@logicthought24 It's actually a multi-manufacturer repair kit, good for GM, BMW, Hyundai, KIA, and post-1975 Chrysler. Not suitable for YUGO, those you just let return to the earth from whence they were made. 😁
I am always amazed at how you can fine tune these engines to run so smooth. You have a gift there "Mate"
Very cool! Love watching you go threw the process! Michigander Semper Fidelis to my brothers
It's been years since I've tuned a carb and I remembered things that I had forgotten and learned a tip about port vacuum. Definitely worthy of watching a few times if u wanted to learn something.
love the Chevy repair kit!
Some days it's also a ford repair kit - just depends 🙂
I enjoy soaking up the knowledge you're sharing and it's going in my head because you teach in a way that makes you think about why something does what it does which then brings about genuine understanding. Thanks Luke! I'm looking forward to the carb set up on this lovely old panel van!
What a beautiful piece of history , I LOVE it ! ... Stay in the light LOVE WINS
They Chevy repair kit *pans to grenade.* LMAO that is amazing.
haha yeah that bit had me in stitches !
2 words Wood Stove Lots of exercise keeping the wood split. its good for ya. Love that panel truck. Amazed you could see out of it. I'm only 6 4 and have difficulty in those Keep up the fine work young man, the best out there for sure.
Thank you Luke for what you do. You are good at it.
Thank you for another video and helping this person out. Really really enjoy your content. Just purchased the timing light from ya, well the wife did, can't wait
A dial back is just incredibly empowering to have on hand
Love your DIY furnace fix. May be ilegale but better then freezing😅 you got to do what what got to do sometime. 😊
Very cool to know you can help out a very deserving friend and keep such a nice rig running strong.
Awesome Luke, I wish I had half the skill and heart you have!
Doesn’t matter what other people think of you Luke. Knowledge is power and to survive that’s the main ingredient. Learn all that you can while you can. Never know what the future holds.
Great work, this is such a cool truck. And now it performs adequate to its looks.
G'day Luke,
I really enjoy the problem solving and clear explanations, despite i'm a bit of a newbie to carb stuff im really enjoying the learning (and have done over the last maybe 2 years i've been subbed).
Even down to the furnace section of the video, your core values of learn or go without shines through, that's a value i learnt as i was growing up.
All the best from down under and keep the videos coming !.
Wow dude I’ve been working around cars for decades and everytime I watch you it is like I’m an idiot. You are really good at explaining what you are doing and why all well thought out. I know how but guess I had not thought of the why a lot of times. I’m very impressed wish you put out a video everyday
trust me, theres plenty in life I dont know also :) Like how to report to jury duty on time apparently
Hi, I learned so much from you when rebuilding my ford 302 so without your knowledge it may never have happened. I also appreciate your sense of humour as it’s so different from here in the UK.
What a beautiful truck and credit to you for giving up your time 👍🇬🇧
It’s amazing the amount of knowledge you can absorb out of necessity. Great job Luke i expected nothing less.
necessity, the mother of all knowledge, understanding, and invention
Luke, that’s just a great video all around. You don’t need volume or regularity when you bring ford expertise like this mixed with so many tech tips made easy. Plus the furnace refurb. At the beginning of cold weather? King! Bravo! You are approaching Angus levels.
I have watched every one of your tuning videos and always enjoy them and pick something up that i really like. it’s so satisfying to see the engine run so well afterwards.
very much so, couldnt agree more
"Arbitrarily symmetrical," and other such narration, is a gargantuan reason why I seldom become lugubrious while viewing your exploits...
And... You ROCK!!
Thanks for your videos Luke. You are easy to understand and are dead set knowledgeable in your craft. Thank you!
thank you :)
I like that truck, you went above and beyond helping out your friend, that's great to see.
3:00 Amen brother. Always enjoy seeing the life that you built with your wife on that beautiful property. happy for you
It's like the pertronix installation instructions don't say to make sure no ballast resistor is installed .....
You don't say
Really nice truck. Glad you decided to help this guy putting it back in running order again!
I know this truck pass by it all the time on my way to work!
Sweet panel truck: I'm glad you are helping your friend out.
Keep doing what you do man I so enjoy watching you and you never stray away from explaining things even if you have said it in other video's you keep it real I respect the hell out of you for that, you don't know how much. God Bless my friend and have a good one.👍