Can I Drive The Manual Scooby Doo Van Through Arizona? GAIL the SNAIL Jennifer Sugint- NNKH

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  • @stevenlatham4397
    @stevenlatham4397 Рік тому +95

    You did better than you give yourself credit for. You have accomplished so much on this channel, from working on the ground in the shittiest weather conditions installing struts, to plumbing and mason work; all while knowing that 100-200k people would be watching. You’ll easily be able to master manual transmissions.

    • @jennifersugint
      @jennifersugint  Рік тому +12

      I really appreciate that, Steven!! It really means a lot to me to have your support ❤

    • @OvidiuOvidiu-e1r
      @OvidiuOvidiu-e1r 18 днів тому

      🎉

  • @Mikefngarage
    @Mikefngarage 11 місяців тому +2

    I love it when young folks drive older cars. Look this is the way it was in my early days. they were slow HOT and overheating most of the time. I am surprised you didnt overheat a few times. An unrestored van like that still working is just not the same as a newer car.

    • @Mikefngarage
      @Mikefngarage 11 місяців тому

      they were bad when they were 10 years old so at this point lucky you made it as far as you have so far. Driving it across country is pretty sketchy.

  • @jonathanhernandez4304
    @jonathanhernandez4304 Рік тому +60

    Jen did great. Parking lot idea is a must for any man or woman learning manuals.

    • @carlbernard4197
      @carlbernard4197 Рік тому +7

      That is how I taught one of my older sisters how to drive a manual transmission. Right in the high school 🏫 parking lot. Had a 1985 Ford Ranger with a 2.0 l and a 5 speed.

    • @jennifersugint
      @jennifersugint  Рік тому +6

      Thank you. The less cars around the better in my opinion when learning manual.

    • @richardcobb2852
      @richardcobb2852 Рік тому +1

      I’m thinking that odometer has seen 000000 more than once. Great video.

  • @richardknight7782
    @richardknight7782 Рік тому +5

    What a formidable lady, and with a beautiful singing voice..

  • @lewisfaught223
    @lewisfaught223 Рік тому +22

    I have a whole new level of respect for you Jen. Your willingness to jump in and get your hands dirty is admirable!

  • @RubenChickenFences
    @RubenChickenFences Рік тому +8

    Omg poor Gus. He was so sweet and good on the plane. Those eyes

  • @charlesking1244
    @charlesking1244 Рік тому +4

    Excellent Video, You Both Are Great Together, The Pooch Is Hilarious, Giving That Old-Ford Another Shot At Life, Way To Go!!

  • @IEchuckie
    @IEchuckie Рік тому +2

    My first car was a 1963 club Econoline from my grandfather. 3 on the tree. 6 cylinder 170. Had to put brakes on it before I could drive it. Overheated if driven during the day. Replaced the motor with a long block and drove it to Oregon. Fun van

  • @travwold7669
    @travwold7669 Рік тому +3

    I love watching you two! You guys crack me up.

  • @Chr.U.Cas1622
    @Chr.U.Cas1622 Рік тому +3

    👍👌👏 I know that I already mentioned it several times but I simply love this cute little Gus 💚. He is soooo adorable.

  • @FreedomRock44
    @FreedomRock44 Рік тому +3

    That Van is AWesome and I love the Exterior color fade......DO NOT CHANGE IT!!!!!!

  • @michaelrichards669
    @michaelrichards669 11 місяців тому +2

    That Scooby Van is Awesome.... But Gus still steals the show lol.

  • @donsmith8614
    @donsmith8614 Рік тому +2

    Hope you got some scooby snacks for gus, daphne did a good job driving the van.

  • @404notfound.....
    @404notfound..... Рік тому +3

    Jen u did beyond excellent!! And thank u for saving that future honey bee. 🐝

  • @wonkastudio-johnny
    @wonkastudio-johnny Рік тому +2

    you are such a sweet and kind loving girl !(rare) the way you cared for that honey bee was something I have never seen before !! Chris is a very lucky man, I hope he cares for you as much as you cared for that little honey bee.....

  • @tackettshoh
    @tackettshoh Рік тому +42

    The wife and I saw you guys at the bonfire last night!!!! I’m jealous Sarah got to pet Gus!!!!! Awesome to see you and chris there!! Seriously star struck. So many of my personal favorite UA-cam channels were all standing 10 feet away!!! I got to race all weekend and see all my heroes!!! Love Tucson Dragway and love Duct Tape drags!!

    • @jennifersugint
      @jennifersugint  Рік тому +10

      That’s awesome that you were there! I wish you came and said hello! Chris and I had such a great time meeting people. We will definitely be going there next year. Glad that Sarah got to pet Gus. What were you racing? We ended up racing the snail. We did not win lol.

  • @EminenceFrontX5
    @EminenceFrontX5 Рік тому +2

    Great vlog. Awesome work trying out 3 on the tree especially that messed up linkage, seriously. Great music too! Keep up the great work.

  • @andybowyer3602
    @andybowyer3602 Рік тому

    You drove that jalopy way better than you think! Give yourself a pat on the back girl!! You smashed it 👏 😊

  • @paulzale7429
    @paulzale7429 Рік тому +4

    The Best Adventure/Vacation/Rescue Videos! U Guys Rock! Cheers from Wisconsin!

  • @schmuhf
    @schmuhf Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the time it took you to film and upload this, Jennifer. It's appreciated.

  • @eme71791
    @eme71791 Рік тому +2

    your husband is a solid man. he keeps things fixed so everyone can stay happy good guy.

  • @thomassherry2672
    @thomassherry2672 Рік тому +3

    Nice video. I've got a '63 Econoline van and a '65 Falcon Station bus. Guaranteed to get a lot of attention where ever you go. Fun to work on, too.

  • @braddokken9191
    @braddokken9191 Рік тому +1

    Three on the tree is a lot of think about when you are just starting out. You did great. That's a cool old van. I love these adventures with the three of you- good times!

  • @wiz7190
    @wiz7190 Рік тому +3

    Looks like a great trip. I watch both videos. You and Chris always find the hidden gems. Just like how Chris found you 🥰😉

    • @claztube
      @claztube Рік тому +2

      It might be argued on between the twosome to know who saw whom first. But I agree Jen is a gem...

  • @karaDee2363
    @karaDee2363 Рік тому +1

    Love watching you all. You did great Jen. And makes great videos.🥂🍸

  • @fester73666
    @fester73666 Рік тому

    Cool video Jennifer, Chris and gus, you did well driving driving ole gail the snail with the guess a gear shifter and no power steering 😎👍👍👍

  • @1972bcain
    @1972bcain Рік тому +2

    After I watch you and Chris’s videos I looked that old Ford to learn more about them and see different versions… etc. There is a version of yours but it’s a pick up truck for sale near me! I think yours is way cooler, but I never would have thought that had a pick up truck version of that van. It looks weird and crazy! Great content guys, I hope you two have fun at the Races here in a bit!

  • @ralphferguson1
    @ralphferguson1 Рік тому +3

    This was actually very entertaining. Plus I love those old vans. Everybody wanted one when I was in high school. And you did fine. For driving a three speed. Most people have a pretty tough time with it and being in the condition it’s in. So you did good

  • @bluewave7120
    @bluewave7120 Рік тому +1

    I love the van such a cool retro look And the fridge is a classic as well

  • @Dr77738
    @Dr77738 Рік тому +1

    Hi Jen... nice work editing all your hubby's bloopers yes?!
    not to many verbal mistakes of course 😂
    Nice new Jen Sugent as in Ted nugent right?!
    Wango tango!

  • @donaldhalls2189
    @donaldhalls2189 Рік тому +1

    Nice van can't wait to see how you do it up,thanks for sharing, all the best to yous and your loved ones

  • @gunjiweber42
    @gunjiweber42 Рік тому +1

    Fun video. Got to see the trip from both of your guys pov

  • @frankiebye
    @frankiebye Рік тому +1

    Just found your channel, so glad I did. I LOVE your van, it will be beautiful once you have given him your love & care, a fantastic classic. You did brilliantly with the manual gears. I also love Gus & Turbo. Wishing you all health & Happiness and safe travels

  • @crbrash8329
    @crbrash8329 Рік тому +1

    Great job Jen.. The more you drive it, the easier it will become !

  • @christopherknoop
    @christopherknoop Рік тому +1

    You two are great,don't ever stop❤

  • @garyfeltus9801
    @garyfeltus9801 Рік тому +1

    Jenn your doing a great job by the time you get back home you be a pro . Great video.

  • @charlesroberts6965
    @charlesroberts6965 Рік тому +1

    Awesome adventure back to Arizona...I had a chuckle with the quart of oil..My family owned Napa stores and I grew up with oil just like that you had a spout specifically made for the can and was a simple operation to add it. I also remember as a youngster putting up stock that they came in cases of 24...I was a little saver and every dollar I earned I saved for college and was actually able to pay for it all. The van has a cool vibe and would look so awesome with a Mystery Machine Wrap on it. Great content as always and get in there and shift away we all know you can😊😎🇺🇸🛠️🤠

  • @salahbahgat9450
    @salahbahgat9450 Рік тому

    Notice when Chris drives, Gus comes and sleeps in his lap, and when you drive, Gus runs away (smart). This is what I noticed at the end of the video. 🙂 Great video

  • @misterbojangles6205
    @misterbojangles6205 Рік тому

    Looks - sounds - smooth runner. I remember when we made these into rolling bedrooms... OMG those were the daze. Gus is the best the shots of him in the plane was priceless he sure loves and trusts you. Thanks "No Nonsense Know It All's" Just Kidding Love Ya.

  • @petergrubb3037
    @petergrubb3037 Рік тому +1

    Great job on the 3 on the tree. It will be second nature soon. I think you and Chris need to turn this van into a cool, retro, reliable daily.

  • @astrangeparrot
    @astrangeparrot Рік тому

    So Jen, you did great. My wife was 30 when she got her license (lived in a city until she met me 10 years ago, never needed a car), and my old clapped out Accord was the only available car when our kid was stuck in the middle of nowhere at a friend's house, couldn't get an uber to save our lives, and the Honda is a stick.
    If it was anything other than a Honda, she'd have destroyed my transmission, because she absolutely "Honda shifted" every time. Honda manuals are built really sturdy and can take super hard shifting. I'm talking Fast & the Furious every single gear change. You treated that old Ford 100x nicer, be proud of yourself because you can now have modern day anti-theft.

  • @tommytbone9778
    @tommytbone9778 8 місяців тому

    AH, the 60s don`t you just love the simplicity of everything about the Ford Econoline van, the safety brake, winglets, motor at your finger tips, heating top to cook on and if your sleepy just pull over & crawl into your bed...what more could a young couple ask for kids..
    That Ford Econoline van was what we were amazed to find at the end of the Marrakesh express to rent well sort of...it was a good thing that your wify is cajun and speaks french & for 300 francs wallah...Ford is a world wide product and we loved going thru the Moroccan desert to Tangiers and finally to Fes and of course we all know " you never do it without your Fes on"...Loved that Van and love your Dacshund we had red Hans "Stuckie" Stuck the famous German racer he even won a couple of them hot dog races even...love the car wrenchin,Padna keep on truckin

  • @sidattoya2905
    @sidattoya2905 Рік тому +2

    always liked the 1 gen COE Ford E100 vans...those 3 on the trees transmissions are ez to learn

  • @astravanmk2
    @astravanmk2 Рік тому +1

    Awesome work Jen! Your hands on no nonsense approach wins every time.

  • @josemena9118
    @josemena9118 Рік тому +1

    Jen we all love your videos keep bringing them videos we love them.....

  • @dgb56bgd
    @dgb56bgd Рік тому +1

    Y’all are doing great. Thanks for sharing your awesome adventures. Blessings.

  • @Ron_Presley
    @Ron_Presley Рік тому

    Good job Jennifer driving the van for your first time😊

  • @caroledunne2667
    @caroledunne2667 Рік тому

    I drove a standard from 15 until I was 70 and I would never have attempted to drive that thing the way it was. You rock girl.

  • @Ron_Presley
    @Ron_Presley Рік тому +2

    ❤Gus❤ So Handsome and wish we had one of your brothers or sisters to give tons of love too ❤

  • @Barracuda-r7s
    @Barracuda-r7s Рік тому +1

    Hi there Jen, Chris and Gus I am finally getting to watch one of Jens’ videos totally enjoying. FYI sealed oil generally doesn’t have any expiration date. Love the van “ The Mystery Machine “. Gus is the the best. Take care.

  • @davidray3558
    @davidray3558 Рік тому

    Young Lady, take it from an old man who has taught many people
    to drive manual, you did very well
    and will soon be an old pro! You
    got this 👍

  • @nedinuhummings7340
    @nedinuhummings7340 Рік тому +1

    Much Appreciated for the Driving Lesson Chris I'm learning too, don't worry Jennifer I'm as Nervous too you're doing great keep it up if you can drive that Van Confidently you can drive anything good Luck,

  • @daryltom3183
    @daryltom3183 Рік тому

    Sweet! i'll even spray paint THE Mystery Machine and waves on it for one of Chris's E-Bike! 😎

  • @Luke2901
    @Luke2901 Рік тому +2

    This is a sweet ride. Learning how to drive this beauty is a treat.

  • @randybourdon2791
    @randybourdon2791 Рік тому +3

    That was a fun video guys! Gus the wonder dog always cracks me up!😊😊

  • @cjjobin7970
    @cjjobin7970 Рік тому

    This is the kind of UA-cam content I need in my life.

  • @CBHandleYamahaRider
    @CBHandleYamahaRider Рік тому +1

    Jen I saw 2 of these van's where just as ruff & old. One van was down the road at my mom friends house. & second van was at a house 45 mins for my house. I got to start a white 1989 Ford Econoline 250 that had a 300ci 6 cyl in line engine. I pumped the gas once & it started right up. ford made strong 6 cyl small blocks.

  • @Go2TheMountainJeff
    @Go2TheMountainJeff Рік тому

    You guys should so wrap that thing in a Scooby Do theme. Love your guys adventures.

  • @maxmillion4216
    @maxmillion4216 Рік тому +2

    Hang in there Jen you're doing great. Just try to relax.

  • @LouisFlores-x7z
    @LouisFlores-x7z Рік тому

    Great show watching Chris master his challenges with his intelligent
    deep knowledge..and Jen with her beauty...clever witty sarcastic comments that makes for a very entertaining show..she has a sparkling personality 👌

  • @ChrisHicks76
    @ChrisHicks76 Рік тому +1

    Fab video as ever Jen. Probably not the easiest vehicle to get used to a manual gearbox so fair play to you for trying. Keep up the good work. Best wishes from North Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 UK xx

  • @johnboywaltonbeard4699
    @johnboywaltonbeard4699 Рік тому

    Jen, Chris, Gus…Another Great trip. Thanks for sharing. That is the sloppiest shifter I have ever seen. If Jen can drive that, she can drive anything! My Dad had a 63 and a 65 Econoline. I learned to drive in the 63 van. When learning, you must learn to look forward and not down at the road. In these vans, you can “Really” look down at the Road! Either my brother or I had to sit on the motor. That was the Hot Seat!

  • @Spike9803
    @Spike9803 11 місяців тому +1

    This truck was originally a Bell Telephone Company service van from the middle 1960s. I had a high school friend that bought a Ford van exactly like this one in 1971(?). It was military flat green. I want to say his van was a 1965 with an inline 6 cylinder motor, a “3 on the tree” manual transmission and already had 100K miles on it. He paid like $700. for the truck. I was unimpressed… I thought he bought a high school shitbox as a daily driver for a few months.
    Well the Dude drove that van for over 150,000 miles!! He had it for well over a decade! That ugly van was an awesome vehicle! He drove it to Colorado and ski bummed out of it. It went across the country several times. He drove it to Mexico with a couple of friends. He used it as a work truck for years; which was its original function. He drove that van for 12+ years and sold it with 250,000 miles on the clock and it was still running great!
    Your Ford van may not look like much, but it is an EXCELLENT vehicle! Its over 60 years old and still running strong! I knew several people that had these trucks, all loved them. They were around back in the day, all former Bell Telephone service vans, always military flat green. These vans were cheap to buy and run, easy to repair and were durable, dependable, utilitarian transportation. This was an excellent score; you’ll see.
    This video was a trip down memory lane.

  • @Maxdekriek
    @Maxdekriek Рік тому +2

    you guy's are the best.... loving these trips and all of the content you two put out !!! thank you...
    greetsz from holland...max

  • @garyh7949
    @garyh7949 Рік тому

    Ha. I just watched a VVG video and Lo and Behold! There you guys were in line at the Duct Tape Drag race. Awesome!

  • @vicswanby454
    @vicswanby454 Рік тому

    I like your little Van that is set up cool with the fancy steering wheel and shifter it's a great thing to challenge yourself to learn new things and driving a 3 on the tree not very many people can say they've driven one but keep it up and you got this. Nick is there to help guide you through the challenges. I watched his video but I enjoyed this one the most. Don't get discharged just start again and the next thing you know you are proficient and enjoying the ride. Have a fun trip.

  • @RJCooper2
    @RJCooper2 11 місяців тому

    Great find -- I've loved that year ever since I was a boy. You can make it like new and it'll have another life. You can push out your dent with a bumper dolly.

  • @bobclay2808
    @bobclay2808 Рік тому

    Every time I watch a video by you or Chris my 5 and 7 year old children come running. They say is that Jen?! Or Chris Brown!! They love your channels and much as I do!

    • @jennifersugint
      @jennifersugint  Рік тому +1

      Wow that’s so awesome to hear!! Thanks so much Bob! Tell the kiddos we said hello

  • @martinjames9250
    @martinjames9250 Рік тому

    Gurl! You're doing great! Chris will fix the clutch and the gear change and those two jobs alone will transform the bus. I'm sure there's loads of other things to do too. Each one will make it easier. Keep at it Jen. 🙂

  • @davidostworld3509
    @davidostworld3509 Рік тому

    Jen you really do a good job with the manual box. Thanks for the stories of your wonderful adventures. Glad I found your channels!

  • @darrenniles2448
    @darrenniles2448 Рік тому

    3 on the tree-- mastered! Great job

  • @kevinhenry5523
    @kevinhenry5523 7 місяців тому +1

    Gus is the coolest dog ever!!!

  • @mrmullett1067
    @mrmullett1067 Рік тому +1

    I'd help you out with the gears but my 62 Bedford van was right hand drive and the gear shift was on the left of the steering wheel. So if I stood on my head and looked in a mirror I'd probably be almost useful. Very similar vehicles to be honest but the Bedford had a big torque four cylinder. 3 Speed gearbox with no synchromesh on first, so double de-clutching was the order of the day to manage changing into first while moving. Cheers from New Zealand, loved the video.

  • @dave-uf8ir
    @dave-uf8ir Рік тому +2

    Gotta go will check out more later 😊

  • @madmex2k
    @madmex2k Рік тому

    I had a 1964 Econoline Pickup truck. Looks the same as the van, but with a factory pickup bed and a ballast weight under neath to keep it from nose planting when you hit the brakes. We put in a 300 inline 6 cyl. Still had the 1 barrel carb, automatic trans, and a set of adapter to use factory rims from a 442 Olds. It was a fun truck. the battery mounts behind the seat, the master cylinder is under the driver's floorboard. Fun truck. I like that the front wheels are behind you, and it will surprisingly pull a U-turn in some of the smallest streets

  • @tjones524
    @tjones524 Рік тому +2

    Great video as always! keep up the good work, love these videos!

  • @Live2rideagain
    @Live2rideagain Рік тому +2

    Sweet van !!! Can’t wait to see more videos from you guys !!

  • @Ashleylv702
    @Ashleylv702 Рік тому +2

    use vicegrips on the shifter shaft to stop it from going up and down

  • @jerryt4701
    @jerryt4701 Рік тому +4

    Until today, I did not realize how much I liked the color blue. Yeah, was in the USAF 21 plus years. :)

  • @RonSeitz
    @RonSeitz 6 місяців тому

    Chris and jenn,gus, that cat are great
    Love all your video very much please keep them coming

  • @joekocher544
    @joekocher544 Рік тому

    That oil can we use to open them with a insert able nozzle, it had a blade that slid into the top. That is cool, I don`t know if they sell those nozzles anymore. You probably already knew that. lol Love your channel!

  • @Øyvind-d1j
    @Øyvind-d1j Місяць тому

    The funiest video I have sen for a Long time. Keep on going friends.

  • @timpedraza2085
    @timpedraza2085 Рік тому

    Think your bee suffered a concussion 😂from the drop ,great video you two. ! Always look forward to your videos Jen.. Ps: Chris has the patience of a saint 😂

  • @davidcooks5265
    @davidcooks5265 Рік тому +1

    That gearbox is an adventure in it's self 😜

  • @angieshaw8877
    @angieshaw8877 Рік тому

    ...he retired around 2014 on DAL G.S.E. Ford-based "junker" equipment on the ramp areas at times doing Q.A./Q.C. fueling systems inspections/testing under F.A.A.
    licensing for a contractor with Delta A/L...
    we just now only need to get stuff running herexat home so we can work on
    house/property...fixed income seniors are we...you tooz are the best inspiration to keep us going on those goals/needs...
    May God
    richly bless you this year!!🎉

    • @jennifersugint
      @jennifersugint  Рік тому

      Hi, Angie! I’m so glad to hear you’re motivated to keep moving on your goals. I often find motivation from other videos as well. It’s almost like you’re not working alone when you see someone else doing the same thing. Thanks for checking out our videos. ❤️

  • @philspear73
    @philspear73 Рік тому

    Really enjoy your videos, you managed to pair coverage of your excursion nicely with Chris's vid. Keep trying, I was taught on a 66 Chevy pickup by my Dad who was much less patient than Chris!

  • @theoldman6
    @theoldman6 Рік тому +1

    You did a great job! Keep up the good work. You two are great together

  • @MikeyDee25
    @MikeyDee25 Рік тому

    You did real good Jen! Was taught to drive a van using the Smith System of Driving - AIM HIGH when driving a van! I learned stick shift at work (4 on the floor), I either sank or swum to get back to the pole yard at the end of the day. Did a lot of gear grinding, but I learned. Bought a 4 speed MGB after that because I was so confident.

  • @gregorybarth930
    @gregorybarth930 Рік тому +2

    Last registered in '75 I graduated high school in '75. Cars were so much cooler back then.

  • @neostratospey6946
    @neostratospey6946 Рік тому

    So good video filming. Realy good!

  • @timzelk4079
    @timzelk4079 Рік тому

    I had a 64’ just like yours. Rebuilt the engine. Motor mounts broke and I had to drive it home with a chain wrapped around the engine hooked to a pipe spanning the motor box. Had a lot of fun with it. Sold it to my cousin and he finished the interior and had it for at least 5 years.

  • @mrbill8542
    @mrbill8542 Рік тому +3

    Looks like an old Bell System phone truck to me The color is right and the small round decal on the door is too !!

    • @claztube
      @claztube Рік тому

      Good eye you old fart... my '64 Falcon was a Pac Bell fleet car and it was that olive color too.
      JK, mrbill8542... SNL Mr. Bill claymations were a gas...

    • @robertsawa3407
      @robertsawa3407 Рік тому +1

      I recall all at&t vehicles that color green.

  • @twocrazyhens
    @twocrazyhens Рік тому +7

    Boy, brings back memories! Dad had a tv store back in the 1960's and had a van just like that one as his service vehicle. Was pretty cool!

  • @The_Home_Pros
    @The_Home_Pros Рік тому +1

    Such a great video Jen!! Really enjoyed it

  • @steelwheels327
    @steelwheels327 Рік тому +1

    That Van is cool !!I hope you keep it !!

  • @ZwiftingWithGranny
    @ZwiftingWithGranny Рік тому

    That was the sloppiest shift column I've ever seen. I learned how to drive on a stick in an old Volkswagen but that shift column was the loosest I've ever seen that actually worked. But you did it. There will be no singing of "Jen's Doing it Wrong" in this video!🎵🚌😂

  • @JaughnDough
    @JaughnDough 11 місяців тому

    Thank you for these videos. This kind of content is the closest I can get to experiencing real, normal life.

  • @TheWrightTimes
    @TheWrightTimes Рік тому

    Sugar in water would help the bee. Nice you care so much.
    Laughed at how well your dog fits in the shopping trolley child seat

  • @carlaustin7398
    @carlaustin7398 Рік тому +3

    You guys rock. Luv the Gus man.

  • @cddingle
    @cddingle Рік тому +1

    I know these Vans really well. There is Vent Tube on top of Gas Tank that is probably dry rotted and the Vent Window has Push Button to Open. Enjoy!