FORGOTTEN 1957 Dodge Restoration After YEARS Of Sitting! Why Did It Catch Fire?

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  • Опубліковано 31 бер 2021
  • "And Jesus looking upon them saith, With men it is impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible." - Mark 10:27
    Big John the 1957 Dodge D500 nearly caught fire in our last video? How can we prevent that in the future?
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  • @DylanMcCoolVideo
    @DylanMcCoolVideo  3 роки тому +580

    Should we pressure wash it? Like this comment and subscribe for the next video 😎

    • @thejackwagonexpress8006
      @thejackwagonexpress8006 3 роки тому +6

      Not really anything to do with this but what will be done with the Maverick Engine? It might be hard to restore but it's well worth it

    • @torsten92
      @torsten92 3 роки тому +5

      Idk it looks cool the way it is. Do some interior work maybe

    • @jamesbarantor7094
      @jamesbarantor7094 3 роки тому +10

      Definitely would like to see it without all the age crust on it and cleaned up. I know with a lot of mil trucks you can just spray out the interior too since there isn't any carpet. Might help evict your spider buddies. I almost think it needs a light rack and a spotlight since it's your working truck for the shop.

    • @gamingwithappuhero9314
      @gamingwithappuhero9314 3 роки тому +11

      yep with all the improvements going on with the truck it does deserve a wash for sure

    • @scottgm321
      @scottgm321 3 роки тому +9

      Yes. Would live to see it washed.

  • @Mongoose3769
    @Mongoose3769 3 роки тому +138

    Never thought I'd be so fascinated and rooting for a giant old truck

    • @robertvance1873
      @robertvance1873 3 роки тому +9

      I have been rooting for old John also, I hope Dylan keeps on fixing it up, back when trucks were trucks

    • @bobfreeman8952
      @bobfreeman8952 3 роки тому +4

      Rooting for the truck ... how? To keep trying to kill Dylan?! :-O Big John is 3 for 3 now trying to take out our host!

    • @corydriver7634
      @corydriver7634 3 роки тому +4

      @@bobfreeman8952 they’re jus get’n to know each other. It’ll be fine I’m sure.

    • @lehmanbarfield3983
      @lehmanbarfield3983 3 роки тому +2

      @@corydriver7634 like two roosters trying to prove dominance

    • @MegaJustintee
      @MegaJustintee 3 роки тому

      I still say restore it & put a big hemi in it and use it to haul cars home.

  • @RestorationObsession
    @RestorationObsession 3 роки тому +106

    People don't realize how absolutely cool the design of trucks like this, of this era, really were.

    • @timothykeith1367
      @timothykeith1367 3 роки тому +2

      The late '50s Dodge C series cab was used into the 1970s. In my opinion of the quad highlight era of the late '50s, the '58 to '60 "Power Giant" is super cool looking. '57 was one year.

    • @DanEBoyd
      @DanEBoyd 3 роки тому

      @@timothykeith1367 Their conventional semi tractor, the Big horn I believe used that cab.

    • @timothykeith1367
      @timothykeith1367 3 роки тому

      @@DanEBoyd Yeah, they got their monies worth from the cab.

    • @RyanRice-vu4kr
      @RyanRice-vu4kr Рік тому

      Hi

    • @RyanRice-vu4kr
      @RyanRice-vu4kr Рік тому

      Hi

  • @SteveTheFordGuy985
    @SteveTheFordGuy985 3 роки тому +41

    Yes !! " Big John " deserves anything you can do to help extend the life of this beautiful piece of history.

  • @gamingwithappuhero9314
    @gamingwithappuhero9314 3 роки тому +39

    wow the truck started up like new after the carb rebuild

  • @mrsmossymouse2997
    @mrsmossymouse2997 3 роки тому +7

    I love how old vehicles give their owners "love bites". Our old LDV van does the same to us, every time we fix something on her she bites us in gratitude!
    It's so sweet! 😁👍
    🤕✨🚐♥️

  • @norah7324
    @norah7324 3 роки тому +40

    i would love to see a full rebuild 🤍🤍

  • @Monkeezy
    @Monkeezy 3 роки тому +27

    I feel that pain when you rose up and hit your head on the mirror! Do that myself too much! 😂

  • @mig25foxbat
    @mig25foxbat 3 роки тому +24

    I feel like you and Big J are gradually coming to understand one another

  • @robtledgard8068
    @robtledgard8068 3 роки тому +14

    I think big john is slowly coming around!! Great vid dylan..

  • @kennyc388
    @kennyc388 3 роки тому +4

    Big John kicks ass. Bringin' him back from the dead. The idle sounds really nice after solving the tank and carb problems. I would love to see John undergo a total frame off restoration with a hot paint job and cherried out wheels. If I had John I would build a nice oak stake bed for him. Dylan, you are so much fun to watch with these old rigs. I would certainly enjoy being your helper for a day....I could learn so much. Am waiting for the next Big John video !Just a side note Dylan....Something that works well for me in regard to cleaning bulb sockets are plumbers copper fitting cleaning brushes that come in several diameters. I usually am using the 1/2 and 3/4 brushes. You can even cut the brush from the handle and mount it in your drill motor and that works slick.

  • @speedlh
    @speedlh 3 роки тому +33

    Love the video style. Also love the content. Big Dodge
    fan, Thanks.

  • @brianhdueck3372
    @brianhdueck3372 3 роки тому +1

    Love the 57 styling! I learned to haul grain on a 56 Dodge 3 ton with a 331 hemi. I was 12 and hauling to the yard to unload. The mufflers had rotted off the factory dual exhaust years earlier and did that hemi roar. I was totally in my glory! So this truck strikes a chord in my very soul. Thank you Dylan.

  • @PorscheRacer14
    @PorscheRacer14 3 роки тому +11

    I've hit my head enough times on the bolt on the side mirrors of my '72 D500 that they are now rubber coated, haha

  • @jdeltoro518
    @jdeltoro518 3 роки тому +5

    You an amazing surgeon. Great job giving that truck a second life.

  • @sweettony9359
    @sweettony9359 3 роки тому +1

    Love it. I have to take my 2008 Subaru half apart just to change the lightbulb. God forbid there is a wiring problem. Cheers from Maine and send us some spring!

  • @jonathanz4987
    @jonathanz4987 3 роки тому +5

    Dylan, you could have a future in acting. That skit at the intro was surprisingly well executed!!!

  • @TechWithVille
    @TechWithVille 3 роки тому +9

    I literally just finished watching the previous episode and this one got uploaded just now! This is so exciting!

  • @staceysmith6518
    @staceysmith6518 3 роки тому +3

    Hi Dylan, this truck is my favorite out of all the projects that you have done I hope you continue to restore this truck back to original as possible. Although it never hurts to add some things to make it safer.I think it would be cool if you could find a old barn or a building that had good weather word to replace the bed maybe there’s somebody out there that would donate.

  • @missionpassed4584
    @missionpassed4584 3 роки тому +14

    For some reason the beginning reminds me of Clarke Kent talking to Superman lol

    • @bmacd2112
      @bmacd2112 3 роки тому +1

      Minus the phone booth, of course.

  • @JamesAllmond
    @JamesAllmond 3 роки тому +25

    the opening kinda reminded me of that weird schizophrenia drug commercial (that did not run for long) that made you wonder if that was one person or two...

  • @garyburgmylifeandtimes6354
    @garyburgmylifeandtimes6354 2 роки тому

    Step by step, little by little you corrected all the issues with the electrical and got it working perfectly. Great job Dylan!

  • @seriousrampage
    @seriousrampage 3 роки тому +6

    Dylan is getting mighty comfortable with that video editing software. I like it, it adds some character.

  • @merrillthomson9837
    @merrillthomson9837 3 роки тому +1

    The dash lights work too! I,m glad you didn,t quit on it! Enjoy your videos Dylan.

  • @conrailjohn6682
    @conrailjohn6682 3 роки тому +1

    That truck is awesome. The sound of that old starter is just music to my ears. What a great piece of history you have rescued from a certain death! Thanks for sharing this with all of us!

  • @joelsmith7868
    @joelsmith7868 3 роки тому +1

    You're positivity and general demeanor speak volumes. Keep up the great content!

  • @jasonludewig4126
    @jasonludewig4126 3 роки тому +8

    15:50 Haha!! Anyone who has spent anytime at all around old vehicles has heard that maniacal laugh!!

  • @sterlingstauffer2915
    @sterlingstauffer2915 3 роки тому

    Dylan you truly are a genius for figuring out shorted out wires on an old rusty truck. It takes a really hard intelligent person with electrical intuition to figure out how everything hooks up and where it’s all routed to.

  • @erikrunas226
    @erikrunas226 3 роки тому

    This may be my favorite episode out of all of your projects. Please keep the videos coming.

  • @chuckhawes7519
    @chuckhawes7519 3 роки тому +1

    I feel your pain. I fought with my 68 sport satellite all weekend. New torsion bars and strut rods.

  • @daydemiff
    @daydemiff 2 роки тому

    My nephew absolutely loves your videos! I must admit that it’s the calming voice you have he has Asperger‘s and always wants to watch you ! keep up the good work 👍

  • @jessesmith3026
    @jessesmith3026 3 роки тому

    Absolutely my favorite video series going right now!!!! Keep it up

  • @alpinez28
    @alpinez28 3 роки тому +1

    The internal dialogue bits and editing have been top tier, Dylan!

  • @ChrisHolly
    @ChrisHolly 3 роки тому

    It is always awesome to watch you bring forth automotive life from something that seems to be dead. So cool! Happy Easter!

  • @janiksch5733
    @janiksch5733 3 роки тому +1

    The GTA "IDIOT" parts are way too funny. Cant stop laughing...

  • @grizzly766
    @grizzly766 3 роки тому

    You just went thru what I go thru every day as a School Bus Mechanic. God Bless the Power Probe!

  • @matthewbowlin168
    @matthewbowlin168 3 роки тому +2

    love the channel, i just love seeing all of those old cars come back to life when you work on them also, i like to listen in on what parts there are so that i may also restore my own car

  • @tomikawalker7510
    @tomikawalker7510 3 роки тому

    So far, this series has been FREAKIN AWESOME !!!

  • @tylerfineman8967
    @tylerfineman8967 3 роки тому

    Love the production quality of this series! Great video Dylan

  • @kevat310
    @kevat310 3 роки тому +1

    Great vid! 1957...When vehicles were nice and simple to work on. Hope your head is OK. I felt that one.

  • @edwardmohr5798
    @edwardmohr5798 3 роки тому +1

    I must say for all the times I have watch your videos, this was the most ingenious of them all.

  • @brianwestmoreland9852
    @brianwestmoreland9852 3 роки тому +2

    I have the exact same truck, a D500, in sky (baby) blue. Bot mine from a farmer, in bad shape, but the best thing was that is was one of the few equiped from the factory with a hemi. Use it for my construction company, a great workhorse. I've rebuilt the motor, all hydraulics-mine is a dump, and functions 100%. Needs a paint job...Great trucks.

  • @heathersanborn4914
    @heathersanborn4914 3 роки тому +3

    That truck is going to look so AWESOME SAUCE pulling the Farmall around , I do have to say my great grandfather had an M and a A and two cubs and I still have a soft spot for cubs and A's , maybe cause I'm short !

  • @davidwease3757
    @davidwease3757 3 роки тому

    Duuude! I'm digging the new "format" of your videos. First patience, now determination. I don't know why but it speaks to every project I take on

  • @bobcatstillwell4844
    @bobcatstillwell4844 3 роки тому

    Dylan, you have excellent patience.👍 You truly inspire me to work on projects! 🛠

  • @suthrnboy143
    @suthrnboy143 3 роки тому +1

    I really enjoy your new layout of conversing with yourself! I've talked to myself a lot while restoring vehicles! Makes me really laugh seeing you do it!

  • @mictheflash
    @mictheflash 3 роки тому

    We love how you're fixing up Big John, you really are doing a great job 👍❤️

  • @torsten92
    @torsten92 3 роки тому +2

    Big john is the best. Thanks for the awesome videos

  • @arthurquinn7515
    @arthurquinn7515 3 роки тому

    im happy you are still fixing it

  • @dodgeguyz
    @dodgeguyz 3 роки тому

    OUCH!!!!!! I felt that from my couch. Love this series as well as your new format. Looking forward to their entire series as well as the tractors!

  • @gregfoster4541
    @gregfoster4541 3 роки тому

    Another great video, always enjoy watching your projects 👍 thanks for sharing and as always "Howdy from Texas "!!

  • @2koolchris291
    @2koolchris291 3 роки тому

    Glad that your new video is here to make me happier. My dad just wrecked the Ford Explorer that was his daily and my favorite truck because it wasn’t rusty. It’s totaled. Suspension ripped off of the driver front and then you know what it also got hit on the driver rear. I hate black ice. It killed my favorite truck.

  • @gj4093
    @gj4093 3 роки тому

    AWESOME TRUCK AND GREAT VIDEO! You're doing a great job saving the past...

  • @elilane5787
    @elilane5787 3 роки тому

    Dylan thank you for all of your videos I've learned a lot from watching you and from watching you I successfully rewired my new headlights I had to install on my 2013 chevy impala I couldn't have done it without watching you and your work and love for cars truly your awesome man and look forward to more of your videos thanks
    Eli

  • @DrewWahnon
    @DrewWahnon Рік тому

    Thanks for the videos, glad to see a fellow brother in Christ enjoy these things. Its good informative and clean (rare) entertainment.

  • @braxtonnelson7422
    @braxtonnelson7422 3 роки тому

    Dylan, I enjoy your videos. You have a knack for problem solving, and you get the desired results! Good job on the carb rebuild, fuel system clean-out, and wiring repairs! Young mechanics (or do-it-yourselfers) would do well to watch your vids to learn how to approach and solve problems... starting with being patient! Thanks for posting! (And I enjoy the "talking with myself" segments!)

  • @bennetfox
    @bennetfox 3 роки тому +1

    You forgot to check to see whether the brake lights are working, you know when you press the brake pedal.
    Cool truck and you are doing an awesome job with him! It makes me happy to see old classic trucks back on the road!

  • @ez68eldo
    @ez68eldo 3 роки тому

    Dylan's vids are getting better and better. I love this truck.

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 2 роки тому +1

    Love how bright the hood flashers are looks great with all the work done sounds good and strong @Dylan McCool

  • @pluh187
    @pluh187 3 роки тому

    Seeing this truck being brought back to life (even though it nearly cost you yours) has been oddly satisfying. Another great video. After being a mechanic for 24 plus years I have patience and motivation are key. Also when dealing with MEK like I have for so many years, gloves are also key. Just hope the gas tank on my trans am doesn’t look like that.

  • @SpikerDragon95
    @SpikerDragon95 3 роки тому +1

    9:02 like we say in Costa Rica "QUE BUEN PICHAZO SE PEGO!!" Man from here I can feel the pain

  • @craigfrancis984
    @craigfrancis984 3 роки тому

    Man I just love watching these videos! keep up the great work and God bless!

  • @craighiebert3384
    @craighiebert3384 3 роки тому

    Same here, brother...my sinuses do NOT like this spike in pollen. Glad you found and fixed those problems, truck sounds great!

  • @wingdwolf56
    @wingdwolf56 3 роки тому +5

    The more I see it, the more I want it!! I really enjoy troubleshooting wiring on older equipment. You did a great job!!

  • @abandonedwayamoon8749
    @abandonedwayamoon8749 3 роки тому

    I love this truck can't wait to see more progress on Big John !

  • @tigerfan8244
    @tigerfan8244 3 роки тому

    Dude, your opening though. 🤣 Love the style! Big John is one awesome
    truck. Glad to watch you preserve this but if history.

  • @gusser2121
    @gusser2121 3 роки тому

    Hoo boy this truck has been kicking your behind from here to Sunday. Ever grateful that you're sticking with it though. She'll be a diamond in the rough when she's done.

  • @dylondiesel4920
    @dylondiesel4920 3 роки тому

    Love the truck, great editing very entertaining! Cheering along you brother!

  • @bamsbbq
    @bamsbbq 3 роки тому

    i think big John deserves tons more love....that barn find clear coat paint job, clean up the rims and some new rubber

  • @shadetreejoe3986
    @shadetreejoe3986 3 роки тому

    I'm glad you're taking the time to fix Big John up. Simple little things like lights that function like they should can be very satisfying. As to the gas tank, I know the MEK substitute should clean up the varnish, but you might save yourself some future headaches by dropping the tank and agitating it with more of the MEK substitute to ensure you get as much sediment out as possible. You did a fine job rebuilding the carburetor. No need to go through it a second time for leftover sediment.
    Looking forward to the Farmall content. Before he passed, my neighbor used to restore Farmall tractors in the shed beside his house.

  • @Mikes84Corvette
    @Mikes84Corvette 3 роки тому

    You are quickly becoming my favorite auto UA-camr!

  • @whoolph
    @whoolph 3 роки тому

    Your new video style is a big plus in my opinion . . . . keep up the good work . . . Rog

  • @claztube
    @claztube Рік тому

    D McCool, I appreciate your creative intro on this episode of "Big John" and some other such directing of your commentary to the audience as if we're there in the seat or standing by maybe even working the camera.

  • @lateefcarrere1649
    @lateefcarrere1649 3 роки тому +1

    I'd also like to say I appreciate the sound editing...this was laugh out loud funny. 👍

  • @Formula455resto
    @Formula455resto 3 роки тому

    Great vid. Way to stick with it. Keep going! Love this truck!👍

  • @dylansgarage1685
    @dylansgarage1685 3 роки тому

    I'm loving this new editing style. Keep it up.

  • @anthonyvoorhees1518
    @anthonyvoorhees1518 3 роки тому +1

    I love old Dodge vehicle's and I love your videos Dylan Mcool

  • @Ridendrty
    @Ridendrty 3 роки тому

    Yea love this truck series and you are getting to be a good producer as well. Nice job young man!

  • @krasmann
    @krasmann 3 роки тому

    Looking forward to the next episode. Love the old beast! Enjoyed your intro. Allow me to share my second oldest favorite saying;
    "It's OK to talk to yourself and it's OK to answer yourself. When you loose arguments with yourself, that's when you're in trouble!"

  • @scottt8424
    @scottt8424 3 роки тому

    Hey Dylan I just wanted to wish you and your whole family a happy Easter

  • @davee.9906
    @davee.9906 3 роки тому

    I like how you're showing the usual range of emotions and decisions someone goes through while working on a project car.

  • @TheDannyTee
    @TheDannyTee 3 роки тому

    Always fun to watch Dylan's slow decent into madness.

  • @douglasdailey5998
    @douglasdailey5998 3 роки тому

    Good job man, if anyone could get this truck running and the lights fixed you are the one. ( you the man )

  • @sr71blackbirddr
    @sr71blackbirddr 3 роки тому +3

    Loving the Spinal tap references 😁🤣

  • @murphymmc
    @murphymmc 3 роки тому

    Nice work Dylan. Very gratifying. Big John is sounding appreciative. I think that before you sign off on the turn signals you may want to see how much interfering glare you get on a dark, rainy night when you need to see in the direction you are turning. You may consider a nice blackout paint on the windshield side after that.

  • @jasongleave355
    @jasongleave355 3 роки тому +1

    Love this old truck, we never have anything old and cool in the uk

  • @colinwheeler4166
    @colinwheeler4166 3 роки тому

    The truck sounds great Dylan, great job.

  • @downsyndromebear
    @downsyndromebear 3 роки тому

    This series has been awesome!

  • @neildriedger637
    @neildriedger637 3 роки тому

    AWESOME VIDEO DYLAN....YOU SURE KNOW HOW TO MAKE A GREAT VIDEO....LOVED IT....TRUCK IS COMING BACK TO LIFE!!!!!

  • @samcook1318
    @samcook1318 3 роки тому

    Loving the editing and filming style you got going now, and the comedy is alot better too

  • @volvos60bloke
    @volvos60bloke 3 роки тому

    Great, and great to see the verses you write on your videos. This is important stuff. Our Redeemer lives! Greetings from the U.K.

  • @jessemohler7977
    @jessemohler7977 3 роки тому +1

    You are the greatest Dylan! From on mopar guy to another. One day I will own my dream car 1969 Charger.

  • @larrycroft470
    @larrycroft470 3 роки тому

    Happy Easter Dylan.

  • @billpar
    @billpar 3 роки тому

    yes I hope you clean it up and maybe spruce the interior but what a find and where you have brought him so far is awesome

  • @evanmoses9437
    @evanmoses9437 3 роки тому

    I look forward to your videos ever week. Keep up the great work.

  • @Rosario19580
    @Rosario19580 2 роки тому

    The truck runs well just like me as I'm a year younger & of the same month the truck was registered, great job Dylan.

  • @sataneatcheese6243
    @sataneatcheese6243 3 роки тому

    The editing on this was spot on!

  • @davidmilitz2275
    @davidmilitz2275 3 роки тому

    Love the video's creativity!!! Great Job!!!

  • @arbalt
    @arbalt 3 роки тому

    I don't know exactly why but I enjoy this old truck videos :-) keep going please

  • @seannarbonne2427
    @seannarbonne2427 3 роки тому

    Excellent video content greetings from Eastern Ontario 🇨🇦.