1960 Chevrolet Impala! Will it Run?!? Abandoned in a Field for 17 Years! Bonus! Paint Revival!

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  • Опубліковано 24 сер 2024
  • I recently acquired this 1960 Chevrolet Impala 4 door sedan. It is equipped with a 235 inline six cylinder engine and the infamous 3 speed on the tree transmission with OVERDRIVE!! It's been sitting since 2004 but other than some dents in the body, usual rust and a few mouse houses in the cabin it's in pretty decent shape! If you're interested in this hot rod Impala I'm sorry but it's been SOLD! As always, thanks for watching!
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  • @wingdwolf56
    @wingdwolf56 2 роки тому +93

    I was wearing a Puddin shirt while watching this and didn’t feel tight about it so, I bought a couple of Mortske shirts. Sure wish you guys sold pocket T’s….Like Wes! 🤪

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +19

      Much appreciated!! Yeah, Wes always is going above and beyond!

    • @drdjh2003
      @drdjh2003 2 роки тому +8

      Who’s Wes? Another show?

    • @daleolson7205
      @daleolson7205 2 роки тому +12

      @@drdjh2003 Watch Wes Work, good stuff!

    • @billscruggs5170
      @billscruggs5170 2 роки тому +9

      Need the pocket to put my two-and-a-half power spectacles in

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +9

      @@billscruggs5170 You can melt plastic solider toys with those bad boys!

  • @PuddinsFabShop
    @PuddinsFabShop 2 роки тому +269

    We need to plan a X frame roadtrip. Find some x frame cars and road trip!

    • @keithharden7844
      @keithharden7844 2 роки тому +10

      Just go see Ryan at Iowa classic cars, you may have to do a little work to make them road worthy, but heck he’ll have them.

    • @lordcantiismyname
      @lordcantiismyname 2 роки тому +8

      You need to find a Biscayne to complete the trifecta since VGG just did a 60 El Camino and Mortske has an Impala here

    • @CountryBoyGasGarage
      @CountryBoyGasGarage 2 роки тому +12

      Hey I have a 59 Chevy El Camino! Can I join your road trip?

    • @thorburke7030
      @thorburke7030 2 роки тому +3

      Exclude the y and z frame car's ? That's not very inclusive 😄

    • @thorburke7030
      @thorburke7030 2 роки тому +5

      @@CountryBoyGasGarage I hope nobody has a 76 nova for that club. Those cars are ugly turds.💩

  • @life_of_riley88
    @life_of_riley88 2 роки тому +70

    Sometimes I think it's unfortunate that we have such obsessions with the V8 here in the US. Old straight six powered American cars are so cool, so reliable, and just so damn nostalgic.

    • @markwatts7074
      @markwatts7074 2 роки тому +6

      those 235 are killer for sure last forever!

    • @life_of_riley88
      @life_of_riley88 2 роки тому +4

      @@markwatts7074 Yeah, I'm a Ford/Mopar guy, but I have much love for the Chevy/GMC six cylinders. . .and the AMC/Nash sizes etc.

    • @derrickodyes1934
      @derrickodyes1934 2 роки тому

      If you dont know why we have an obsession with the v8 go drive a chevelle with a 454 or gto with a 455 id pass on fords and mopars since you probably want to make it home

    • @kennethfulgium2021
      @kennethfulgium2021 2 роки тому +1

      In line engines are more dependable and turn more RPMs without coming apart.

    • @donaldhalls2189
      @donaldhalls2189 2 роки тому

      Also cheaper for part's I had HQ Panel Van with a 186 Holden red motor three speed used to travel at 100mp (or 160km in Australia) 😅🤣lot of people wouldn't believe until it only took 8and a half hour's to do 1200km 😅🤣good old day's all the best

  • @jesterr7133
    @jesterr7133 2 роки тому +20

    That car ran great once you got it going, and I am amazed at the change in the paint after you buffed it out. It definitely needs some love, but this car would make a great restoration candidate for someone, and it is definitely worth the investment. This is a beautiful car, and I love that color as much as you do.

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому

      Yes it does!

    • @Tater_Lord
      @Tater_Lord 2 роки тому

      It is pudding blue soooo you know wink wink nudge nudge

  • @unknownsoul13
    @unknownsoul13 2 роки тому +14

    That's one gorgeous ride, she deserves totally saving, worth every penny and every minute of effort. As you said it would be very hard to send down the road to a new home after.

  • @lostkidaf7952
    @lostkidaf7952 2 роки тому +8

    Just got done hunting this last weekend and didn't want to wake up this morning but then I remembered, it's a mortske Monday!

  • @nukesploder
    @nukesploder 2 роки тому +45

    2 whole hours of mortske content folks! What a time to be alive

    • @alxf66
      @alxf66 2 роки тому

      It is superb, for sure.

  • @hughstephenson2957
    @hughstephenson2957 2 роки тому +2

    I have a 78 olds Toronado XS that I've been working on the paint on.. it's never gonna be perfect but it's gonna have to be good enough. I've shown it at a couple car shows and I've had alot of 👀 on it

  • @arthurbiringer5676
    @arthurbiringer5676 2 роки тому +11

    Another great job! Remember that old Chevys never die, they only look like they do!

  • @marvinalancornell8275
    @marvinalancornell8275 2 роки тому +19

    One of my favorite channels Mortske. I always look forward to Monday mornings & Monday evenings for Puddin too! Their my favorites & also lets don't forget Halfass, Vice Grip, Diesel Creek.....ETC ETC ETC.....All the good ones.........UA-camr's Y'all know the good one's & bad ones.......

    • @brawlinmando6417
      @brawlinmando6417 2 роки тому +3

      Can't forget Waylon Wires Old Iron so many good ones. It is hard to remember them all, but thank you all so much for the awesome entertainment. I can't remember the last time I watched regular TV.

    • @dunowemahnaime4113
      @dunowemahnaime4113 2 роки тому +2

      Yep. The ones who actually stick to the origins of the channel. So many get a lot of subs and start doing ridiculous stuff or things that the common guy could NEVER afford. The ones you named pretty much nail down the channels who have stayed faithful to what got them to where they are. Great comment and great taste!

    • @unknownsoul13
      @unknownsoul13 2 роки тому +1

      Yeah, and got lots in the car park that I would love, especially that wagon he gave as a look at when he was acquiring the 2nd distributor.

    • @stomper2582
      @stomper2582 2 роки тому +2

      Don’t forget D&D Speed Shop. That one keeps us all going too. 👍

  • @maddoxlogging2303
    @maddoxlogging2303 2 роки тому +52

    It’s always a treat when Mortske or Puddin post a video.

    • @PuddinsFabShop
      @PuddinsFabShop 2 роки тому +11

      We post every Monday! He post in the morning, I post at 6pm!

    • @godofthunder6137
      @godofthunder6137 2 роки тому +1

      @@PuddinsFabShop
      Mortske for breakfast and a little Puddin for dessert I love Monday

    • @kw9849
      @kw9849 2 роки тому +2

      @@PuddinsFabShop Gotta give him a head-start!

  • @Drewmk-sc9zv
    @Drewmk-sc9zv 2 роки тому +2

    Thats impressive Mortske ,to think it had been sitting for all those years being battered by the elements because of a freakin self tapper ! ,Laughed so much at Duff checking the brakes and critter searching.What a team ...lol

  • @aftershock2222
    @aftershock2222 2 роки тому +3

    Yup, my ‘58 Delray has the Muncie with the Borg Warner overdrive. I love it. When everything is connected you don’t need the clutch to shift into second gear. You then just let off the gas for a sec to shift into second gear overdrive. It’s the perfect gear for driving around in town. Thanks for your vids. I always look forward to them.

  • @jakespencer7527
    @jakespencer7527 2 роки тому +8

    Mondays have quickly become my favorite UA-cam day. Mortske in the morning, Puddin in the evening, can't get better than that!

    • @PuddinsFabShop
      @PuddinsFabShop 2 роки тому +6

      I second that!

    • @dunowemahnaime4113
      @dunowemahnaime4113 2 роки тому +2

      Couldn’t agree more! Educational, comical, and just all around entertaining! 2 of the best channels on UA-cam!

    • @jonathanatterberry6374
      @jonathanatterberry6374 2 роки тому +3

      yeah love both channels. but why can’t we get Mortske up to 250K. plz subscribe

  • @charleykeenan6171
    @charleykeenan6171 2 роки тому +27

    Had one of these as a field car for running around on the farm back in late 1980's back when you could pick them up for junk price (four door things). Hate to think what the bottom of that one looked like 😀. Love these revivals! Like CWM says "it's rare and no one cares"! Great video as always!

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks Charley!

    • @rsprockets7846
      @rsprockets7846 2 роки тому

      @@MortskeRepair WE HAD THESE LINED UP ALONGSIDE UNCLES SHOP 59 TO 63 IN 60S AND THEY WERE PICKED CLEAN........EVERYBODY WANTED A 69 IMPALA 4 DOOR POWERSLIDE 327 AIR AND OTHER DOO DADS FOR 32OO BUCKS

  • @paralyse78
    @paralyse78 2 роки тому +1

    2 hours of Duff & Mortske? You're spoiling us. Dad had a '61 with 283/Powerglide. White, red interior if I remember. From what I can recall he bought it for $500 + his 1950 GMC truck (which he paid $50 for) and ended up swapping it for a '58 Mercury Monterey with a 383 & 3 speed that someone had converted to a floor shift. That blue color is beautiful, paint came back nicely with a little attention. Fix it up, make it safe, leave the patina, throw some blankets on the seat and drive it. Thank you for what you do and for sharing these cars & trucks with us. I've been in the auto service industry 20 years this year and wish I could work on older cars like I grew up with instead of all the new stuff.

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +1

      Your dad had some neat rides!

    • @paralyse78
      @paralyse78 2 роки тому

      @@MortskeRepair yes sir he did! 57 Ford wagon, 66 Mustang, 71 Skylark, 73/76 Montes, 75 short wide Chevy and a 78 Olds 88 Holiday. I miss him a lot, he taught me everything from weed eaters to outboard motors to John Deere tractors and of course cars and trucks. Thank you for replying. Mom's 64 Malibu SS was okay too ;)

  • @qmopar
    @qmopar 2 роки тому

    My dad had a 60 Bel Air when we were just tots. It was a straight 6 powerglide. He told us how he spent a weekend cleaning the paint and all the stainless. He loved it! On a cold winter day he started it and ran upstairs to the 2nd floor apartment where we lived at the time to get us and mom and the car was gone when we came back down. He said the police recovered it but it never drove the same. Something with the trans. I'm a Mopar guy but the 60 Chevy (especially 4 door!) holds a special place in my heart because of my dad. I must say I think its great just the way it is - well done sir!!!

  • @jrussellcase
    @jrussellcase 2 роки тому +3

    You made my 50th birthday even better....60 Impala is one of my favorite classic old cars.

    • @jesseleavitt4636
      @jesseleavitt4636 2 роки тому +1

      Happy birthday man

    • @jrussellcase
      @jrussellcase 2 роки тому +1

      @@jesseleavitt4636 Thanks! I just wish I'd taken the day off. 😀

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +2

      Happy birthday Russell!

    • @jrussellcase
      @jrussellcase 2 роки тому +1

      @@MortskeRepair thank you sir. Much appreciated. 👍

  • @terrencebuller7676
    @terrencebuller7676 2 роки тому +4

    Dang, it's Mortske Monday. Great find my friend, that old 60 Chev really cleaned up nice. Great show Mort, keep up the good work. Take care 👍 👍👍

  • @stevec5935
    @stevec5935 2 роки тому +1

    My dad had an old ‘60 Chevrolet wagon that was almost identical to this in many ways; same color, even. I have a special place in my heart for that year of Chevrolet Impalas. You need to move to TN, man! I’d probably be buying most of your rigs (and living out of them when my wife found out). Thanks for the video!

  • @Paleoman52
    @Paleoman52 2 роки тому +26

    I plan my Mondays around these videos! I love the longer videos for sure. That is one mighty fine polished turd, This one should sell easily if you choose to let it go. Thanks for a very enjoyable start to my week!

  • @garymccord4277
    @garymccord4277 2 роки тому +4

    Just mexican blankets for the seats and just hubcaps and tires after brake work and I bet you would get just as many looker at a cruise in for this car as ones that had thousands of dollars spent on their cars.. Fun cars like this is the kind to enjoy, Great video on never giving up to get her to run.

  • @dombutler7685
    @dombutler7685 2 роки тому +5

    That won't hang around for long, especially if the mice work out how to hot wire it! Love it, thanks Mortske!

  • @paulroberts2302
    @paulroberts2302 2 роки тому +1

    Loved your comment about spending a day just on the distributor. I worked on my '53 Willys all summer and spent over a day each on the distributor, starter, and generator just taking them apart, cleaning them up, seeing what makes them tick, and getting them working for as little cost as possible.

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +1

      Yup, they're time and money pits if you go too far!

  • @MrBlueWRX
    @MrBlueWRX 2 роки тому +5

    That would look so cool with a set of Cragars on it.

  • @jesusarmenta6181
    @jesusarmenta6181 2 роки тому +8

    I’m thinking of getting a 62 impala near me to restore. Honestly learning from your videos about them in-line 6 engines. Big Fan of the channel and duff

  • @kw9849
    @kw9849 2 роки тому +3

    This is why I like the setup International 6's had: the oil pump is directly driven off the cam, so the distributor has no gear on it at all, just a slotted shaft. No teeth to mess up or mistime. They also turn the wrong way!

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +1

      I never seen those! Cool!

    • @jrevillug
      @jrevillug 2 роки тому +1

      Also, if the distributor is driven from the oil pump, the engine can't run if the oil pump isn't turning. Unlike the other way round.

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +2

      @@jrevillug very true

  • @Mike-xt2ot
    @Mike-xt2ot 2 роки тому +1

    Two things I never thought I would see.
    1. Mortske with a buffer in his hand
    2. Mortske with a paint gun in hand.
    Well seeing Mortske buff I am a changed man. It is possible to change in our old age!!

  • @bradsmn
    @bradsmn 2 роки тому +24

    That was a crazy transformation and it turned out nice! I tried explaining 3 on the tree to my kids and they give me that look that Duff gives you sometimes when he just doesn't understand a word that you are saying. Keep up with the great content. Love the channel.

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +2

      That is awesome!

    • @weirdmatter
      @weirdmatter 2 роки тому

      @@MortskeRepair clear coat your roof.

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +7

      @@weirdmatter Did you not hear my rant on how clear coating is dumb?

    • @weirdmatter
      @weirdmatter 2 роки тому +1

      @@MortskeRepair I did after, lol I would still probably clear it though.Your not wanting to take things apart you said, It would definitely look really good. You should do that and fix it up, the look of the car is awesome.

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +8

      @@weirdmatter Looks good for about a month and flakes off and looks like crap

  • @bamadigger4342
    @bamadigger4342 2 роки тому +8

    Man!! Ryan is going to be all up in yo business when he sees you got that Impala on your trailor. Especially in such good shape. I won't tell him.

  • @gokartracers
    @gokartracers 2 роки тому +4

    One of my favorite cars. Great job getting it running again.

  • @j.b.a.124
    @j.b.a.124 2 роки тому +2

    Son of a biscuit..! Another jewel..! Wait till Ryan from Iowa Classic sees it. Reminds me of a ‘56 Chevy (235 / 3 on the tree) I had in Kansas in the 1970s. Cheers from California 🍾

  • @icondonnied
    @icondonnied 2 роки тому +5

    When Mortske did the "it's alive" clip, why was I surprised it was Dr. Frankenstein, and not Dr. Frank-n-furter? And give all those old tube radios a couple of minutes before dismissing them outright. Tubes take time to warm.

    • @gordonwelcher9598
      @gordonwelcher9598 5 місяців тому

      They stopped using tubes in car radios around 62-63. Some radios had tubes and transistors.

  • @SuperMAZ007
    @SuperMAZ007 2 роки тому +10

    What a neat car another old classic. Really love the column shift and im probably one of the weirdos that has a heart for these.
    I think this vehicle made a good educational material for how to do or not do to your things. Also the Mowerman is back whoo.

    • @lordcantiismyname
      @lordcantiismyname 2 роки тому +3

      Im on the same page as you. I honestly loved driving a 3 on the tree with unsychronized low. Pulling a slow corner in second and hearing the 235 chug you through was always amazing to me

    • @ironcladranchandforge7292
      @ironcladranchandforge7292 2 роки тому +1

      Love driving my 3 on the tree in my '60 Chevy Apache pickup.

    • @farmerbaker
      @farmerbaker 2 роки тому +2

      I drove a 68 chevy shortbed for 3 years in the army with a 6 banger and a 3 on the tree and I loved it, will own one again someday

    • @ironcladranchandforge7292
      @ironcladranchandforge7292 2 роки тому

      @@farmerbaker -- Yes, please save these trucks with their original drive train !! Hope you're able to find one. I'll be leaving my '60 Chevy pickup to my son and grandson, under the condition he keeps it stock and original.

  • @ronaldhenderson184
    @ronaldhenderson184 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks Mortesky, it's good to see the details of your work. It's good to see your dedication to your craft and the love you have for these awesome classics.

  • @seaboltandsonsautomotivead2510
    @seaboltandsonsautomotivead2510 2 роки тому +4

    Love seeing these old impalas always loved the body style my dad had 59 with a 348 he said it was of fastest cars he ever had

    • @nickbruni8041
      @nickbruni8041 2 роки тому +2

      Good memories Man …
      I remember my Dad used to say that rear end would lift from air getting up under the wings at speed ..
      Possible .. not sure how he knew ?
      He had a59 Ford Galaxie back in the day .

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +1

      Drove a 348 car once and a 283 car a ton. Twins. Same color and interior. The 283 car never stood a chance in a race!

  • @earnharvick
    @earnharvick 2 роки тому +3

    Can you imagine the looks you would have gotten driving this beauty down the road in 1960! What a beautiful machine it had to have been brand new! This car had a "Chick magnet" designed into it!

  • @caroled5734
    @caroled5734 2 роки тому +4

    It’s amazing how you can make a POS look pretty darn good

  • @brianhess4777
    @brianhess4777 2 роки тому +1

    Another great one for the books. I always look forward to watching a new vid come Monday night after work. Especially after a long day at work.

  • @jayceec3539
    @jayceec3539 2 роки тому +1

    My favorite slice soda was the lemon/lime. Taking the distributer apart is really smart.

  • @crappedinmyhat
    @crappedinmyhat 2 роки тому +6

    You can just drill out the sidebar on GM locks. It should be at the 9 O’clock position about half way between the outside edge and where the cap meets dust cover (inner circle). If you drill that off with a 1/4 drill bit you will have a screw driver operated lock.

  • @DavidGragg82
    @DavidGragg82 2 роки тому +7

    Been waiting patiently for this one! Love the 59/60 Impala’s.

  • @garydority9754
    @garydority9754 2 роки тому +1

    Can't get enough of them old Chevrolets!! Duff seemed more interested in the critter smell than he did with the ride. Really enjoy the happy dog tail wag though! Luckily that #1 exhaust valve freed up, she might not have run that well elsewise. Keep doin' what you do, we'll keep watching. Thanks as always!!

  • @uski59
    @uski59 2 роки тому

    Awesome find,...I just finished watching the 59 that had the tree grow In beside it,...this one is equally amazing....I was never much for six poppers, had a few...until I got my 62 Chevy II Nova ragtop,....striaght six automatic....i found it sitting in a back yard stripped,.. all the parts in the trunk....well I spent few months restoring it, new top, rug, brakes, rebuilt carb, lots of putty, painted it....drove the hell outta that car....found another one dying in a field just like it, but all original drive train....& kinda worse shape than mine when I got it....I actually had 5...the SS, a 2dr sedan, & a 4dr....all six cyc...man I loved the little buggy, so roomy for its size,...I do wish I could find another.......i eventually sold them all.....but about 10 years latter I saw the first one sittin in a yard again under a tarp....i kept an eye on it for years till I moved away....then 10 years I moved back in the area & found it sittin in a storage yard..in the same town.....I was like holy hell...theres my baby....damn near reverted back to the way I bought it,....it was sad & I cried as I inspected it....amazingly...all my bondo work was intact, like the day I painted it.....incredable....I left a note in it telling this story & offer to buy it back....but never heard a thing....I moved away again, but when I go back Im going to visit it again...hoping it's still there....Id restore it all over again.

  • @jedk9523
    @jedk9523 2 роки тому +5

    love these 59-60 gm's, this is a beautiful car.

  • @texasvet7241
    @texasvet7241 2 роки тому +16

    100% agree on the three on the tree love. I miss my old ‘74 GMC step side that had it. That truck never gave me any issues. My current 2011 Silverado is the biggest piece of crap I’ve ever owned. I have to work on it almost daily. Gotta go get a new coat because now that winter is here the heater decided to peter out. Old GM= awesome. New GM= shit

    • @dunowemahnaime4113
      @dunowemahnaime4113 2 роки тому

      I had an ‘01 S10 vortec with an 8 ft bed. That truck gave me more problems the any vehicle I ever had. So I put what I could into, dressed it up, and sold it for twice what I had put into it. Cars with never ending issues SUCK so I wish ya the best of luck. Hope it works out!

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +1

      07 and newer GMs give me a lot of fits.

  • @hoxton7946
    @hoxton7946 2 роки тому +2

    Love seeing these ol "big fin" cars get restored, and a good long Mortske video always makes my day, sometimes two days believe it or not. Cheers to some good Hamm's and a dog that can do brakes better than I can. God bless you and Duff too.

  • @leonhart2452
    @leonhart2452 2 роки тому +1

    To open that door you need a Slim Jim. This is a tool made out of a thin piece of flat steel about an inch wide with a notch in the side near one end. You slide the Slim Jim down into the door on the out side of the window. You hook the notch around the lever on the catch of the door latch and pull up.
    This bypasses both the inner and outer door handles and should open the door.

  • @puddleduckist
    @puddleduckist 2 роки тому +4

    Another cool revival by our favorite Mortske! Runs surprisingly well for sitting so long. The paint turned out quite good from how it looked originally. Nice work as usual!

  • @johnsommerfeld6889
    @johnsommerfeld6889 2 роки тому +7

    That turned out really good! What a difference buffing out the paint made, wow! I know Duffy does more around there than you let on. Pretty sure I saw a wrench in his paw when he under the car. :-)

  • @Fony_turgeson
    @Fony_turgeson 2 роки тому +2

    duff always got his little tag wagging.... what a good boy. mans best friend for sure. better then any human , only if they could actually help

  • @ironcladranchandforge7292
    @ironcladranchandforge7292 2 роки тому +3

    Like that car. Lots of potential. 235 I6 is my favorite engine. Same engine in my '60 Chevy Apache, and it runs like a finely oiled sewing machine.

  • @caroled5734
    @caroled5734 2 роки тому +4

    It’s amazing how you can make a POS look pretty darn good!

  • @spikefurman7636
    @spikefurman7636 2 роки тому +2

    Damn it Mortske! You keep finding these 60-61's, and are making life very difficult for me! LOL, I love it though, just wish it was a different time of year, otherwise I'd be out the door heading your way. Hell, I'd even load the cooler with some PBR longnecks to share with you and Duff! Great job man!

  • @eg1885
    @eg1885 2 роки тому +1

    Paint revival was more satisfying than watching a professional detailer. What a beautiful car.

  • @billdyke9745
    @billdyke9745 2 роки тому +5

    Definitely worth it. Great car, great episode and some great Duff stuff. Even that banged up fender looks right after a buffing. Purty Tina.

  • @andrewmoens8614
    @andrewmoens8614 2 роки тому +5

    Mortske, this is exceptional. Thanks for the time and sweat to get this classic moving and driving. Great content and great tech tips. Your channel is getting better and better. Merry Christmas to you and yours.😎

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +1

      Much appreciated! You as well Andrew!

  • @johnhanson4795
    @johnhanson4795 2 роки тому +1

    even with reading glasses i can tell that aint no 59!.lol.we had a 59 red with white interior when i was a kid and lived on farm my dad parked it up in the woods next to the diesel tank.he gave up on it still miss that 59 looking back.cool 60!

  • @timlewis840
    @timlewis840 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome transformation, happy to see that you got it running with minimal fuss.

  • @RearEngineShop
    @RearEngineShop 2 роки тому +3

    I love these cars. They just look so good! Great find.

  • @Jerkwad152
    @Jerkwad152 2 роки тому +4

    You just gotta know where and how they like to be touched ❤️

  • @wyattblackwood3927
    @wyattblackwood3927 2 роки тому +1

    I bet if the guy that you bought it from sees it now he'd kick himself in the ass for ever parking it in that field. I dig it, she has a lot of character.

  • @johncatalano7185
    @johncatalano7185 2 роки тому +1

    Hey Mortske.... Good way to resurrect that Chevy for another Duffmobile...Old Chevys never die....... Sonofabuscuit!!!!!!!!!

  • @Gmcworrior1
    @Gmcworrior1 2 роки тому +3

    I enjoy the rust removal. The buffing and the patina work. Love it all. But my favourite is restoring tools. Love the content love that Duff approves

  • @Peppy11769
    @Peppy11769 2 роки тому +3

    The color is Puddin Blue

  • @pugliesesspeedshop
    @pugliesesspeedshop 2 роки тому +1

    It's a shame the owner was trying to maintain his car and caused it to nap for 17 years... Appreciate you showing the "CSI" behind it all, a cool car for sure!!

  • @tombeauchamp806
    @tombeauchamp806 2 роки тому +1

    i dont know why but i'm really happy you used the original jake from state farm clip. thank you

  • @LeftForDeadGarage
    @LeftForDeadGarage 2 роки тому +3

    Trying to low key watch while I am at work but full on laughed at the “Iam on meth” part.
    Looks like a Puddin ride to me.

    • @dunowemahnaime4113
      @dunowemahnaime4113 2 роки тому +1

      😂 the little quippy clips get me every time. Always a good laugh with Mortske!

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +2

      Hopefully you didn't get fired!

  • @2tonfun402
    @2tonfun402 2 роки тому +3

    I have a running 409 for sale for $2000 on CL Minnesota, would be perfect in that

  • @DavidSmith-fs4nt
    @DavidSmith-fs4nt 2 роки тому +1

    I've always described how long it takes to do a job by how many beers it takes to get it done. Works for me 🍺

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому

      Great minds think alike! And so do ours.

  • @jaytetzloff2827
    @jaytetzloff2827 2 роки тому +1

    Please keep going on this one! All the old video we see from the early 1960s is black and white - I never realized how colorful the cars were back then

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому

      Too bad you can't get colors like this anymore on a new car!

  • @Rebel9668
    @Rebel9668 2 роки тому +5

    It being a 1960 model you'd probably have to leave the radio on for 30 seconds or so till the tubes warm up before you heard anything. That being said, IF you did hear anything it would probably be a loud hum as the old electrolytic capacitors will have leaked or dried out completely by now and the vibrator is probably shot as well. Then there's all the regular capacitors that will leak current as well as they were never designed to last 60+ years and by now the wax will have melted out of them and let moisture in. Tubes themselves rarely go bad. They'll get weaker over time and if the radio was used an excessive amount they may be on the weaker side but ordinarily would still work though not as well as fresh ones. Resistors, it depends on the brand it has in it. Allen Bradley resistors tend to keep their ohms values pretty close to specs as well as old fashioned dog bone resistors. "Roundies" which look like Allen Bradley resistors but with rounded ends instead of AB's sqaured off ends also get leaky over time and will mostly rise in resistance when they go bad. If you ever get a car radio with tubes in it and have it restored though, they pick up stations amazingly well for AM and you'd really be surprised at the distance they'll draw stations in from. I live in Southern Indiana and have picked up stations with a tube car radio from as far away as Toronto, Ontario, and New Orleans, Louisiana.

    • @gordonwelcher9598
      @gordonwelcher9598 5 місяців тому +1

      They stopped using tubes in car radios around 62-63.
      Some radios had tubes and transistors. The transistors were used for the audio power amplifier.
      The tubes were special space charge types that could operate on 12 volts. No vibrator required.
      My mother had a 62 Dodge with a radio like this.
      I am not sure if car radios were made using transistors to replace the vibrator.
      This was done on 2 way vhf transceivers but maybe not car radios.

  • @OldCarAlley
    @OldCarAlley 2 роки тому +4

    As you may know, on the 235.5 the timing is set by setting the "octane sector", also known as the vacuum advance to zero. There is a ball on the flywheel you line up with a pointer in that hole on the bell housing just above the starter, using a timing light. You loosen the screw that holds the octane sector to the distributor and turning the distributor until that ball mark and pointer line up.... that's TDC. Tighten the clamp back up on the octane sector. Then you can adjust the marks on the octane selector to the mark on the casting where the assembly bolts down to the timing you wish to set it at. The 235.5 spec is TDC or 0º.
    I "think" the three speed gear box is a Muncie 318..... that's what's in my 59 Bel Air anyway. Often Chevrolet used a 4:11gear with the overdrive trans. Chevrolet used the 3:55 ratio on six stick with out overdrive, 3:36 on the six automatics, 283 automatics and 348 sticks. The 3:08 was used on 348 automatics..... automatics being the Powerglide or Turboglide.
    That is a very solid 1960 Impala! Most have zero undercarriage left. It cleaned up surprisingly well!

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +1

      Great info on the ratios!

    • @virtuestreams2616
      @virtuestreams2616 2 роки тому +2

      You’re the best Howard! 👍

    • @OldCarAlley
      @OldCarAlley 2 роки тому

      @@MortskeRepair Chevrolet used a tag cut in different ways to show the axles ratio. I don't remember the shapes off the top of my head, but some had a hole in them, or an edge cut off or two edges cut off, it's kinda an odd way, but I find there always spot on. The shop manual should show the tag shape. Myself, I just go by the engine transmission set up to know what the ratio should be, but anyone could order any of the ratios with any engine trans combos.... like if you wanted to tow a trailer as an example....

  • @stuartkarshagen6274
    @stuartkarshagen6274 2 роки тому +1

    2 hours of M&D on a Monday...score.🤙🏻, love the impala, looks beautiful after the polish. Pitty about the interior, that dashboard is a work of art though. I must say, Mortske is setting the bar higher in terms of content, body work, now washing and polishing 🤔, next it'll be interiors 🤣🤣🤣, Great video 🤙🏻

  • @mully3042
    @mully3042 Рік тому +1

    We should call you the miracle worker. Your captain Jason Nesmith from Galaxy Quest!! Never give up, Never surrender!! U da man!!😁👍🔧🔨🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @tonyaxeman4381
    @tonyaxeman4381 2 роки тому +3

    If I were a neighbor I could have picked the lock for ya and save $12.00 bucks . It would cost a sandwich or two .

  • @Ryanfantana
    @Ryanfantana 2 роки тому +3

    2 hrs! That’s almost a suitcase, definitely a 12ver.

  • @St0ned_Sl0an
    @St0ned_Sl0an 2 роки тому +2

    Best channel to watch when you're sick as hell and have to stay home from work lol

  • @tompetty534
    @tompetty534 2 роки тому +1

    Hey guys.
    Someone needs to get a screenshot of Puddin standing doing his famous arm swing, take it to a print shop, and have it printed life size and send to Mortske.
    That might cure a bit of his loneliness in his garage.
    Hell 3-5-5-6 posters of Puddin might be the ticket.
    Just a thought 🤔 🤣

  • @davida.p.9911
    @davida.p.9911 2 роки тому +2

    I thought whatever Duff was after would "defrost" and we'd see it. This Impala cleaned up rather nice! And runs like a deer.....I mean Impala😂 Another patient saved by Dr. Mortske

  • @mdouglaswray
    @mdouglaswray 2 роки тому +1

    "...oh... there's no fixin THAT..." (casually tosses accelerator pedal into back seat) made me laugh out loud

  • @catgirl8845
    @catgirl8845 2 роки тому +2

    I do love that color! 🥰 I think this is one car you should keep and fix up. Cool car!

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому +1

      If only we didn't have 90 other cars!

  • @awesomeguy8392
    @awesomeguy8392 2 роки тому +2

    That paint cleaned up real good. Totally worth the effort/cost.

  • @timothymassina6138
    @timothymassina6138 2 роки тому

    As a resident of Minnesota I’d have to agree that yes it does suck! Thanks for another awesome video Mortske!

  • @panelvanman7671
    @panelvanman7671 2 роки тому +2

    BEST ONE YET , thanks for all your hard graft on this for our entertainment , very nice car that one mate , cheers

  • @stumpy2816
    @stumpy2816 2 роки тому +1

    Really like how that turned out. Got to tell you I love that Duff Dog. Think he understands everything you say to him. Really enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work 👍👍

  • @markwatts7074
    @markwatts7074 2 роки тому +2

    By far this year is my favorite knee knocker. I would say keep it straighten out the whiskey dents on the passenger side fix all the problems with the engine and brakes and you'll have a goin to town car. I would to have this knee knocker, as always i love your videos

  • @rssvss
    @rssvss 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you!! got the road soda ready while i watch, TWO HOURS!!

  • @TheNudnikNation
    @TheNudnikNation 2 роки тому

    Can I just say THANK YOU so much. Your timing is impeccable. I just picked up a 71 C-10 with a 3-on-the-tree last weekend and my shifter is doing exactly what you just showed me how to adjust. As soon as the sun comes up, I'm going to fix my shifter.

  • @roypearce6968
    @roypearce6968 2 роки тому +1

    Yes I love the the way the paint came out and she runner . It would make a nice project car for someone. Love it you and duff always know how to show all the tricks.💚💚

  • @FeArhsma21
    @FeArhsma21 2 роки тому +2

    Man love that color, it's pretty. Great job cleaning her up. Can't wait to the next one my friend. Duff was just having a great time in this video! He loves that car as well.

  • @boblamb8421
    @boblamb8421 2 роки тому +1

    That was an amazing video Mortske. I could watch you and Duff him of course without thumbs working on old relics for hours. Nothing better in my opinion than the basics. Points, plugs and condenser. Great job getting the old 1960 girl running. Duff definitely knew something he wasn't telling you. This was a great way to spend the afternoon relaxing after being part of accident in my 98 Chevy crew cab 3500 last Wednesday. A distracted idiot (cell phone) blew a stop sign broadsiding my truck. Caught it on the right rear door and cab corner and shoved the bed in to the frame and bent the right rear rim. The guy's 2016 Sentra literally disintegrated. Had my arm riding on the door with the window open because it's still in the 80's here. Injured the arm and shoulder some. Of course the guy had basic high risk insurance that is offering nothing for my truck but given it was repainted this year ($3500) and the AC completely rebuilt ($1200) in parts alone and lots of other upgrades like a new radiator and all new brakes totaling almost 6K they have no choice but to up their bid or get the crap sued out of them but the estimate to fix it is $5100. Bought the truck new. They will fix it. Looking forward to the next vintage tin rescue video. Thanks.

    • @MortskeRepair
      @MortskeRepair  2 роки тому

      I love them OBS crew cabs! Sorry to hear that Bob!

    • @jimbeam7160
      @jimbeam7160 2 роки тому

      You have a statute of limitations on filing the lawsuit. If you don't have a lawyer by now.....think about how well skilled the insurance company lawyer is at getting you to forget the statute of limitations. Lawyers work on a contingent fee: you don't pay anything to settle.

  • @SuperHamsterGaming
    @SuperHamsterGaming Рік тому

    It's beautiful. I know it won't win races but there's nothing much better than an inline 6 and a 3 speed on the column.

  • @ginomorris4873
    @ginomorris4873 2 роки тому +1

    Another beautiful find you can’t find that kind of treasure in the area I live!!! I do however run down cool vintage advertising goodies among other cool automotive related goodness..your channel is awesome I’m always looking forward to seeing what you find next ?? Thank you.

  • @augiezehner6059
    @augiezehner6059 2 роки тому +1

    That old metal coolant can was pretty cool!

  • @handyhippie6548
    @handyhippie6548 2 роки тому +1

    it's sad that the only thing with this kind of age left is 4 doors. the 2 doors have all been rodded and wrecked, and are now toaster ovens, washing machines and refrigerator doors. edit; i knew what killed that distributor before you did. i dropped a point hold down screw from distributor during a tune up on a '70 dodge charger when i was 15 and working in the garage of a guarantee auto as a mechanic in high school, and just replaced it with one from a used distributor without finding the one i dropped. i thought it hit the floor, but it fell under the top plate where i couldn't see it. when i tried starting the car to check the timing, the loose screw got wedged between the distributor housing and the mechanical advance and stripped the plastic drive gear. it cost me a week's pay to replace the distributor. i learned a hard lesson that day i'll tell you.

  • @harryfaberiii3261
    @harryfaberiii3261 2 роки тому

    My dad had a 60 convertible white top that was mint until my sister who was 5 fell through the roof while jumping on it. He was fuming but didn’t blow up at her. Kids whadyado. Great video.

  • @Gregorybridgewater
    @Gregorybridgewater 5 місяців тому

    Overdrive speech was completely overdone Mortske, it was perfect sir.

  • @markkuleta3571
    @markkuleta3571 2 роки тому +1

    Years ago when I was in my late 20s I owned several of these vehicles, a 60 Brookwood wagon 60 four-door sedan and 60 Camino , The sedan was black we called it the Batmobile for obvious reasons.All of them had the 235. I sold the last one in 1985. As you made your way around the engine though I recognized every bit of it.Aside to having some space age out on extreme styling they were actually good cars also. Thanks for all the tinkering and a walk down memory lane and I must say that still is the most bitch ass dashboards ever!

  • @americanrambler4972
    @americanrambler4972 2 роки тому +1

    I enjoyed seeing this one coming back. If you do a 2nd on this one I would like to see the rest of the mechanicals and electrics come back. Especially the overdrive made functional again.