ABANDONED El Camino With Seized Engine - Will it RUN AND DRIVE? (With Demolition Ranch!)
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- Опубліковано 26 жов 2023
- Matt found this 1980 Chevrolet El Camino on this new Abandoned Resort. All we know is the motor is locked up and it has ostrich leather. Think we can get it back in shape in just a few days?
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Think about how many chicks would be waving at a guy if this was his going to town rig!!! VGG is awesome, great hanging with you, as always!
Glad to see you guys working together!
Strangest thing, Every girl I ever dated all hated El Camino's. They all told me if I bought one they would never go out with me in it.
Even my wife thinks they are ugly.
Impala next! 👊
@@terrallputnam7979, Keeping in mind the Big Fella's very own missus Ms Jessica also hates them 😪
@@peetduplessis7401she did like the blue 60 with the flames
Derek's uploads make Fridays even better
Nothing better on a Friday after work than finishing a nice T-bone steak, sitting down on the couch to crack a cold wobble pop, and hearing VGG theme song start playing.
Matt needs to go with Derek on some revivals. There Witt and personality are the same. They are hilarious together 😂
Facts
Mm I’m the 69th like 😏
First things first; lose the wheels.
Good to see two of my favorite UA-camrs working together to bring this El Camino back to life and making it beautiful. Great job Derek.
To have 2 of my favorite channel folks working together on a project is beyond words- OUTSTANDING FELLAS.
If these videos were 5 hours long I'd still watch it all. Nice little escape on Fridays to forget the world for a little while.
I agree love long form videos from VGG
Agreed a 100%
Saturday here buddy but I totally agree with you, Rj in Oz
they're also excellent to put on in the shop/garage while working on your own junk :p
I also love the 2hour ones!
Man, between this and Roadworthy rescues, I really can't state how much your content makes my day, the humility, humor, and the bits of knowledge you dapple throughout is really amazing, keep it up Derek!
Wow, thank you!
Love your content Derek. Watching you and Matt work together is awesome. Would love to see more collaborations with other guy hobby oriented (weapons and cars) UA-camrs. Having Jared in on the Cat Farm Crew Cab then getting that van going was awesome. Please keep up the good work!! Oh, better brakes please, don't want to lose you from little to no stopping power.
I have a 1976 K5 blazer on an island in Lake Michigan. That hasn’t driven for 20 years. Was wondering if it would be a revival you would be interested in. I think it would make a really cool show.
I remember when Derek first started...he's come such a long way over the past few years and I have heard from everyone that has met him in person that he's such a nice, down to earth, and generous person...I'm glad that he's been given the opportunity to travel around, aquire more vehicles, save many from the scrapper, entertain people, teach everyone some tricks and just generally enjoy life while giving us excellent videos and spreading positivity and knowledge.
He's a hard working guy. I can't imagine what a strain it has to be. I'm grateful for the things he's taught me though.
Yeah I remember watching him in 2019 I think
The very first video I watched was his budget build Chevy 307. I was hooked. Been a subscriber ever since. Cheers Derek, Jessica, and kiddos.
@@rickh8380 I remember that video. That was probably one of his first videos I ever watched. Honestly, it was the name of his channel that made me have a look. Vice grip garage,,,, yeah, I can relate to that. And I've been watching ever since.
A cross over I didn’t expect but I’m here for it. Love both of you guys
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Absolutely! I said "WTF" out loud when I saw it. Two favorite channels together.
I suggested it … and the world is all about me … so clearly it was my doing .
Im so impressed when i watch Derek work his magic. Not many people can do what he does.
Great job! 👍👍👍👍
I think it's awesome for a quick down & dirty get it running and painted, it really looks good for the limited amount of time you had to do it in. Keep doing what you do and stay safe. I love the content both here & on Roadworthy Rescues! Awesome as always!
A feller needed this episode. Thank you Bieri family for everything you do!
Of course!
@@ViceGripGarage I truly means a lot to us car/truck guys and gals up here in Maine. Got a shop for you to do a revival in if you make it up to Maine.
You know,..lve said it before. I don’t know of anyone on UA-cam that works harder than you,Derek. The content is excellent. We,viewers,just sit back and enjoy,while you ( and Jessica of course,..) produce a program that is at professional standard,and put your whole life into the effort. On top of that,you’re both amazing parents. You’re both such great examples to follow. I have to ask tho’,..( l have a similar well,exact,..) sense of humour. Does Jessica just “ roll her eyes” and shake her head when you perform your “ Derekisms” humour? My wife does when l crack a joke. Whenever we go anywhere,we always go twice,..The second time for me to apologise.
Somehow, she still laughs at my jokes.
@@ViceGripGarage That means she really likes you, or she has a hidden plan going on in the thinking brain.
My wife occasionally chuckles at my “ Davidisms”, but l think its only to be polite in front of our friends. Most times she just makes a groaning sound accompanied with the mandatory eye roll. Sad really. She can laugh. But it only surfaces when l hurt myself, or she pushes me off a ladder, or hands me the hair drier while lm in the bath. I know she loves me though, she’s tripled the value of my Life Insurance Policy.👍🏻
@@daverichmond2846Well from the sounds of it if you have any kids you might want to increase that life insurance policy a bit more so that way the kids(if you have any) will also be able to get a nice chunk of change if/when any unfortunate events might happen to you they are definitely covered since she will most likely try to take it all or atleast a majority of it before the kiddos see any bit of it..
Vapor lock 😂
Amazing collaboration between two awesome channels. Hopefully there will be more opportunities in the future for this to happen again. From seating on the back property for who knows how long to the way this video ended up was an great to watch. I watched both channels' vlogs on this projected and totally enjoyed them both.
Who doesn’t love an El Camino? Just think of how majestic it would be to see an 80s el camino towing one of my Fiero’s on a trailer, mullet flowing in the breeze!
Two of my favorite people!
Matt's dad and the cat?
We need to hang soon!
Love seeing Matt's dad helping out.
Superb outcome for this beast. Amazed at Derek's knowledge and skill particularly with that wiring harness. Well done!
Another GREAT episode!
I see there are lots and lots of "Abandoned 100 years, will it run?" videos on UA-cam. NONE come close to Derek's work.
Camera work is great. Commentary is great. Derek's knowledge AND experience is the best.
Keep up the great work!
Thanks so much! The telegram guy is a scammer fyi, this is the only vgg username.
Yessss, I love that when I see VGG post I drop any other video and hop on in! Genuine, honest, free teaching good hearted guy and family. Love this channel!
It's a ktruck
VGG is the "This Old House" of automobile restoration! Great show!
You and me both
Wonder what Norm Abram's up to today?
Caruck actually.
Derek is the type of dude that would find a random car floating on water at a beach, goes out into the water and revives it, then drives it back home!
P.S. We love you Derek!
The only floating cars I know are Amphicars, and the old Army "Duck" boat/trucks. (An even stranger mashup than an El Camino!)
Derek goes snorkeling, finds a car that’s been submerged underwater, lifts the car back up to shore with his strong muscles, repairs it and turns it into a flying machine, then flies it back home while the entire crowd stares at him, not knowing if they should be petrified, or be in awe and view him as a real life superhero and gets featured on the news!
CNN
Derrick Flys a ranchmade rocket to the moon and gets the lunar rover running with the cheapest go handle battery. Then blows the boat gas tank and achieves orbital velocity. Thus Derrick orbiting the moon and sails back to Tennessee. Fill in the science blanks as necessary. 😊
@@firemark5 dude that’s genius!!!
I like your drill motor tip for checking the concentricity of the push rods. My dad taught me the trick of rolling them on a piece of flat window glass to do the same. Thanks for what you and your family do.
What can I say... VGG is awesome, instructive, inspiring!! Keem 'em coming, Dereck... KEEP 'EM COMING!!!
Derek, Matt owes you EASILY 2 weeks of vacation at the Ranch and letting you shoot everything he has! You worked your ass off on this! Already watched you shoot his MP-7, that was a treat! Thanks for including his cat in the video! Real men love cats! Nice work dude! Truly love your videos!
There great garage lions, they keep your wiring safe from rodents, love my 3, they bring me the dead little critters & I praise them for it, Rj in Oz
Such a good guy and I thought one evening about how many hours go into filming and producing a one hour revival video. its way, way, way longer than a 40 hour work week. Earns everything he has.
Great build Derek you nailed it. I'm sure Mat is is thankful for what you did for him
I just love how Mechanics pull engines . Something I could never do with major help. Just fabulous to watch. Flat out amazing!
Well my Friday night wobble pop session just got so much better! I hoped when I watched Matt's video that you would post your side as well, and as usual you blessed us with an hour long episode. Thanks for everything you do Derek!!!
“Wobble Pop” 😂😂
Too many and youre beer footed.
Thanks for all the work you put into these videos Darrick!
And, thank you for watching!
@@ViceGripGarage now I never heard of anyone putting gear oil in a transmission is that safe to do
@@Yashuwasaves7777 its in the name GEAR OIL and a transmission IS ? made up of gears
are you like 10 years old ?
@@irish-simon really it was just a question.and so much hate in this world putting someone down have a blessed day
Actually gear oil and atf are different. They're different viscosity for different applications. Differentials and manual gearboxes use gear oil and automatics use atf.
Thanks for the info on the Toyota Highlander and the evap problem ! I own a 2010 model, but here in Australia, it's called a Kluger. I love my Kluger and it's AWD .I mostly use it to tow my small pop top camper trailer, which it does with ease ! Love your show ! Cheers..Ray
WOW !!! Derek, that was so much FUN. And instructional too. Thank you a bunch. Looks good also!
What you did on his vehicle is completely awesome and what you do for others is even more unbelievable. God bless you Derik. You’re one hell of a guy. I wish I knew you personally.
Now there's a duo I never expected to see together.. Matt demolitions them and Derek fixes & drives them home
I gotta say, that paint job is amazing. Just what that truck needed. Amazing work as always!
Great video! I just found the channel and have been enjoying watching you fix old V-8 engines. Reminds me of my high school, hot rodding days! Now I worry about crash ratings and 3rd row heated seats. Keep 'em coming!
Sure have gone through many changes over the years. I was binging on the early years just this morning and still love the content. A fellar does sometimes miss the well worn sneakers feel vs the patent leather shine evident these days. You’ll always be a favorite, no matter what “shoes “ yer wearin’. Many thanks to you and the family for all you do!
I remember when Derek used to always have his glass of "tea." 😉😉
I understand how ya feel. Ya can't blame a man who works so hard that he's successful now. I'm so glad he isn't in a small home garage anymore and his family is provided. I hope he has alligator leather next lol.
He's a good guy and I thought one evening about how many hours go into filming and producing a one hour revival video. its way, way, way longer than a 40 hour work week. deserves everything he has.
@@fredbowles4721 That old brown shop wasn't even insulated or heated, you could see his breath in a few episodes. That place is in my home town, it gets cold around these parts. He's made it to car guy royalty at this point while still being down to earth and true to his roots. What a great guy, he deserves everything he has.
He's outta touch with his roots, but there's still an audience for this I guess.
Been waiting for a Derek / Matt vid. Vice Grip and Demo Ranch are all the entertainments I need.
A genuine man, smart, good heart and excellent job all around! how the hell do you work, shoot and edit footage and have time for anything else? AMAZING. Always interesting, informative and entertaining.
he has employees
Well I'll be dipped. I found your channel and you have went to the top of my list of favorite channels. Thank you feller
Derek is such a great feller. A guy really respects what he does, and two of my favorite channels collaborate. Would love to see more of this or even help Dr. Lee out with his projects. Great upload and great revival!!!
Nothing better than after a long day of work to come home and wind down with a new episod of VGG!! You have taught me so much since I’ve started watching!
Excellent job guys thanks so much for sharing I really enjoyed watching!
I would hate to hear what you would say about my 350 in an 81 c10. It was put together under a carport with cheap tools. Runs like a rusty top but I’m proud of it. Got me to work and never broke down.
Thank you so much for all that you do derek. Idk if you know this or not but your positive attitude and outlook on things really makes me realize that life isnt so bad. I watch your videos when im feeling blue and it truly makes me feel better. Again, thank you. Don't ever stop being you
You are so welcome
Its a utility vehicle, or ute (sort of pronounced yoot) as we call it in Australia. Man that thing really is in fairly good shape and its looking pretty good with its new coat of paint. This was so good I watched it twice, another classic saved.
or "coupe utility"
Ute is technically a single full length frame chassis like the Commodore ute. Pickup, truck is two frames put together in the middle like the late model Falcons with that join behind the cab. XH, XD Falcon is a ute.
Not sure what this thing is yet, looks a ute.
Derek always does amazing work, but wow what a massive effort to get this done in such a short space of time!!
Fantastic. You made the painting look easy.
Really awesome to see all the cross collaborations between Demo Ranch, Vice grip, Cleetus, and such. I enjoy these channels that are nothing but really humble guys that us normal every day blue collar folks can relate to somewhat.
Such an awesome collab with Matt from demo ranch. He chose the right man for the job. Derek you're the best.
Love it when UA-camrs come together, especially the ones I'm subscribed to.
Just 3 good ole boys having fun working on a car. I'd love to hang out with you guys for a day doing this stuff.
I never stopped marveling at how I'll sit down at one of your videos and an hour later it's over ..I don't know how you do it but you keep our attention the entire time!
I like the all American paint job theme. Gave me some ideas for my hardtail bobber. But I even liked it the way it was before too. Into the rat rods.
Awesome motor & trans swap Derek & friends, the paint job is looking amazing too, a grand job 🇺🇲👍👍
This the combo we never knew we needed two great guys with even better content.
2 of my favorite creators coming together. Absolutely loved this one
This collaboration makes my day! Two of my favorite UA-camrs!
You and Matt and his father have a good chemistry. Great surprise that several I subscribe to working together. Keep it up, and thank you for what you do.
From experience. You make it look fun and enjoyable. I really know how much work you put into these projects. Thank you for all of your hard work.
Thank you very much!
I am in my mid-60s. El Caminos like these were brand new when they left the factory. We raised a few teenagers who loved it. Back in the 70s, I was not too fond of it. However, I can see how awesome the car was. It was a peaceful time in America and the world in the 70s and 80s. Everyone seems to get along well. There were plenty of cheap goods. Only paid $4500 for my new cutlass Supreme. It would be nice to keep it, but I never thought these cars would become classics as a teenager.
Another exciting and challenging episode..... makes ya wanna stand up and salute....
I was not expecting this crossover! A fella's gotta say ya'lls chemistry is better than any other guest yet.
Well I'll be dipped, TWO of my favorite youtubers working together? must be my lucky day! Saw you shooting his MP7 today as well Derek, and could hardly believe my eyes
Dear God seeing that thing being worked on brings tears to my eyes, my dad recently passed away but used to take me weekend joyriding in his as a kid, always promised me it but by the time I was old enough to drive it had sit and rotted the frame out underneath and I couldn't afford to restore it proper, I'd give anything to sit behind the wheel and floor it just one time for pops I know he'd want me to.
Only one thing better than a VGG vid dropping . . . . . . thats going through the older ones and finding one you missed !!!!!!!!
Blessings Derek. Another awesome revival. I never tire of watching you work your magic…and an engine rebuild and swap in just a couple of days…amazing. Thanks for sharing. Blessings to you, Jessica and the boys, from this old man, your neighbor in northeast Tennessee.
This is the crossover I never knew I needed! Thank you both for the great content!
Two of my faves are you kidding me!!!! So freaking awesome. Love both shows and both dudes. Letttssss goooooo.
Firemansam
Love this episode! Love watching both shows, great idea, enjoy the humor of each.
The best part of Friday’s is when the new VGG video hits! Thanks for all you and your family do!
Sure brings me back to the days I built my own backyard cars with my dad! Especially this one with taking from one and making it happen with another. My last was a 79 shortbed ford with a 460 king cobra out of a boat with a tunnel ram. Thanks sir for bringing good memories!
Sit down and have a cold one engine sounds week
I grew up on a small hobby farm. 17 acres. We always had what we called "field cars". All they had to do was run. And steer. Brakes we optional. My parents were cool with us smashing around in our cars. One of my friends helped me build a figure 8 race track. Kept us off the streets. At least in our teenage years. Although I was escorted home by the police on a few occasions.
Wow!!!! I really see it now! All the colors are beautiful
I know this wasn’t the forum but I am intrigued with dual carb set ups and a good breakdown would make some content. Even though you aren’t short on content. Keep it up man you’re amazing
Another great revival. Is it a truck? Is it a car? Down in Australia we call that style a ute, short for utility. Ford Oz and GM Holden made some awesome models over the decades before both companies closed up shop here in Oz.
My recliner and a new VGG show.
Yep, life’s good!
Hey dereck, i love your videos. You've gotten me to want to get my dads 65 - or 66 Sport Fury running and keep up the great work!!
Great work,Derek! Your efforts are showing!
I was dying laughing when the shop kitten parked his a$$ on the newly applied paint. It was like watching my own life. Whenever I have to paint something outside ,I always have to be on guard for one of my cats coming to investigate the new place to sit. It was also funny seeing you guys leaving a spark plug out. Even the "pros" are only human. LOL. Thanks for all the great fun you provide us.
My cat would probably stay away. She is afraid of new things. But I have to watch my roommate. He has a habit of touching everything. Even more so if I put up a "DO NOT TOUCH" sign.
Looks like we may have to clean the house tomorrow, VGG dropped a new video. 😂
Man oh man this video with the engine water damage reminds me of my 69 camaro sitting in storage across the street. Did the body 80% after high-school. Then had the motor and transmission done. I had a neighbors grandson into restoration itching to do my convertible 100% frame off. Gave him a shot in 2009-10. Same year I had my first kid. Needless to say I was convinced to buy replacement body. A year and a half later I got both bodies back an epoxied frame. When he finally returned my rebuilt engine that had less than 2500 miles on it. I found out he left the motor out in the rain for the better part of a year or so. Fudge up and I've been scratching my head for the last 10 years. Without a shop to work on it, it just sits in storage. But she's my first car and I haven't totally abandoned her yet.
I just went and looked at a 1953 Hudson Hornet today just because I’ve been watching this channel. I can’t wait to revive it!
Two absolute legends in your own right - keep the collabs coming gents! A match made in heaven! Awesome.
Def need more Vice grip ranch collabs.. excellent video and chemistry working together.. top tier vid boys.
Those big ceiling fans were not helping direct the fumes and paint dust out the bay door IMO.
She sounds and looks great. Would love to have seen that restored since the body was so nice.
Awesome El Camino, Derek. Thanks for the Videos.
Enjoyed that, especially the working on the engine, as even after working on these for years, Derek gives us a 'tip' or three, and the brain tells me 'yeah, I should have remembered that' and you keep working on it. Sure ran better after that plug was installed!
You do awesome work can't get enough of VGG!!!👍
Great content working with other guys and helping them out getting things done. Could have used a 1" spacer with the Holleys and should have pulled the front screen before painting.
This is one of my faveroite builds. Thanks for posting. Hope to see more this one
Was just watching your brother stolen-recovered motorcycle revival episode when the notification came on. What you do is very original and interesting to watch.
That engine reminds me of a 69 Chevy pickup we used as a farm truck. The truck wasn't much to look at, but the engine was designed to pull a backhoe. The 1 ton rear end should have told us something wasn't what it appeared. The 1100 CFM carb did a great job. The pressure plate was so stiff it was impossible to hold the clutch in at a red light. That looks like an adventure to talk about for months!
hello my friend, I just want to thank you for all that you do . I have watched almost every one of your videos and I enjoy all of them. I am almost totally blind now because of my RP but I continue watching, or at least listening to all of your videos.. I know you cant answer all message but I just want to say thank you foe all of your content and please keep it coming. I promise to keep watching every one of them... Nothing but love to you and your family.... REK.
Been following Demo Ranch for a long time, this collaboration it awesome!!
Great video! Hope you find a time to get some rest. God bless you all and keep you safe!
Derek, have you ever considered traveling to Cuba? I know it sounds crazy, but I heard about a guy who went there on a "support for the Cuban people" permit of some kind, and he brought things like spark plugs to Cuba, gave them away to those brave, energetic Cubans trying to keep those old American rigs running, and with some Champion spark plugs he made someone's day! Wouldn't you be fascinated by the old US rigs that ply the streets of Havana? Like I said, there's a permit available for "support for the Cuban people" that you might qualify for. Plus...it would make one fantastic video, you in Cuba, fixing those old Buicks, Chevys and Fords!
Probably the coolest collaboration you’ve ever done Rock on bothers
El Camino is my all-time favorite. Since the first one I remember seeing in the early 60's.
You guys did a great job love the paint VGG MAKES MY WEEK!! ❤ THANKS VGG FOR TIME YOU TIME YOU PUT IT TO THESE VIDEOS YOU MAKE MY WEEK WORTH STAYING GONE ALL WEEK.
Keep up the great work man. Love seeing u and other channels working together. Would be cool if you and cleet did a revival together and drove it home.