3 weeks ago tonight my 23 year old son lost his life in a single vehicle accident. My wife and I just watched this together and it's the first time she's laughed in 21 days. Thank you for that, Derek.
You don't know me, and I don't know you, but my sympathies to you, your wife, your family, and your friends. I could share something about it being tough or better days ahead, but just know you are now in another family's prayers. Be strong my man!
As a father of five and grandfather of four...my sincerest condolences. I hope I am not offending when I say I am praying right now for some peace, I know nothing can take away this pain but it's what I can do....twice I had tears in my eyes in twenty minutes now. Peace to you and yours.
Jesus died and rose again to save you from hell, but you have to accept him as your savior first. These Bible verses explain how you can accept Jesus as your savior and have eternal life (John 3:16, Romans 3:23, 3:10, 5:12, 6:23, 5:8-9, 10:9-10, 10:13, 10:17, 8:28, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 11:1-3, James 1:17, 2 Peter 3:9-10, 1 Corinthians 15:51-55, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 21:4-6) 🙂
Derek somehow you have made this revival about so much more than a car to me.Its about strength of character,family,american skill,never quit,freedom and INDEPENDENCE.This comes at a time that we really need this in our country.God bless you and your family and We the people.
Wow. Only Derek can turn what was half Chevelle, half mold and raisin bran into pure American spirit chock-full of Bald eagles, freedom and thunder! 🦅🇺🇸⚡️ Inspirational.
A UK fella watched this whilst downing a few wobble pop's and found it highly entertaining. WE THE PEOPLE thank you Derek for bringing us such awsome entertainment
I wish I could watch this particular episode over and over again for the first time. I think I speak for all of us when I say thank you, Derek, we love you.
As a Canadian, watching independence come together has been like watching a neighbour’s kids graduate high school... It makes a guy proud to call you neighbours. Love it!
@@brucefortman766 LOL there's this thing called Q factor that is an informal measure of likeability. The Maytag Repair Man had the highest measured Q factor. Derek can probably give him a run for his money. Tssss tsssss.
As an ex-Canadian, I know exactly what you're saying. It's why I moved to the states and became an American citizen! God bless Derek and Jessica and the boys!
Pssssssst, SNAP! That's the sound of a feller restoring his 6-pack abs by pouring quite a few cold snacks down the hatch while enjoying this series, thank you!
There is also a race track with Cletus and Cars. You can go to VGG website and find out what they are up to if you want to find ways to be entertained and support them!
It's amazing how far Independence has come. Not only is Derek one of the funniest UA-camrs I've watched, but the level of talent a guy has is unmatched
Gonna be honest. Tears came down the face…! What an absolute blessing Derek and his wife & family are. It takes everyone together to put something like this together. As I sit here with tears on my face from watching those beautiful cookies of blue and red…. It makes me feel like there are still those who will go to the deepest of lengths to show their pride in what they do and this country. GOD BLESS AMERICA & GOD BLESS VGG!
Derek, you’ve done something special here. I can’t imagine anyone with red blood who didn’t shed a tear or two in the last couple minutes of this video...I know I did. Thank you for keeping the American spirit alive, and letting us all live vicariously through you.
I was close yo tearing up, and I'm not even an American. Not meaning to get too political, but from abroad it looks like the American freedom is in for a fight. Don't ever let them take away that away from you, you hear?
Brought tear to this old hot rodder's eye. Thank You Derek...It is obvious you put your heart and soul into her...the car has transcended the sum of its parts and become something very, very special.
Why isn’t the Fella at 1 million subscribers yet, he needs it. I loved the edit towards the end of the video absolutely amazing. AMERICA And the power of we the people have brought this to its standing glory and made it preform like a beast.
Yes .. he should be well over a million Forward it to everyone you know ... and hit the subscribe.. it’s no extra charge. “Sorry for losing my temper!” Keep bringing the Thunder.. every video has a great story.. emotion.. and humor what more do we need
Derrick, man , I love the way you put yourself out here for us to enjoy. And we do !!! You my friend, are the kind of fella that every kid would have loved to have as their dad. Me, I'm 60
Holy cow I'm Canadian and I shead a tear or 5.5 watching this. Thank you Derek for being the inspiration to all of us and go get em in Indiana brother 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲💥💥💥💥💥💥
Jesus died and rose again to save you from hell, but you have to accept him as your savior first. These Bible verses explain how you can accept Jesus as your savior and have eternal life (John 3:16, Romans 3:23, 3:10, 5:12, 6:23, 5:8-9, 10:9-10, 10:13, 10:17, 8:28, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 11:1-3, James 1:17, 2 Peter 3:9-10, 1 Corinthians 15:51-55, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 21:4-6) 🙂
@Jesus Saves, I can't see while replying, because my old kindle won't let me edit afterwards, and this thing ends up at time putting the end of my paragraph on top. Genesis26, was in the middle, but hope it still makes sense. God bless, don't get that jab, never even tested on animal's, and is not FDA approved. The damage won't hit most until 2or more year's, and you canw can't even sue if something happens. God bless everyone.
I,m an elderly man and I can remember fixing old cars somewhat the way you do. I love it. Continue on and all the best to you and your family this holiday season. Love your channel. Ron, Alberta Canada. I,m a new subscriber.
Jesus died and rose again to save you from hell, but you have to accept him as your savior first. These Bible verses explain how you can accept Jesus as your savior and have eternal life (John 3:16, Romans 3:23, 3:10, 5:12, 6:23, 5:8-9, 10:9-10, 10:13, 10:17, 8:28, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 11:1-3, James 1:17, 2 Peter 3:9-10, 1 Corinthians 15:51-55, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 21:4-6) 🙂
@@jesussaves21 I know he is real I know the only way to God our father is through jesus but I've fallen short haven't been on the path I need to anymore
Derek, you have no idea how much you have helped me with your videos. Mom passed away on January 4th this year and you have helped me get thru this. From the bottom of my heart, thank you!!
@@ViceGripGarage I literally found your channel a couple of weeks ago and I've watched every episode I love your passion and humour and there's nothing quite like old school American cars love it Derek 👌
Kevin I saw you on the live stream helping Derek out just before it was his turn at the burnout pad. I saw you reach down and fiddle with something on the engine and it finally started. I am assuming whatever it was caused the car to die during the burnout? What was it? You always seem to be the guy helping people at the last minute and that is awesome! Congrats on your big 500 win.
@@SlipFitGarage I unplugged the TPS sensor to reset it before his burnout. We had it running great back in the pits, then it did something weird when we went to crank it before his burnout attempt. During the burnout, it popped the fuse that controls the fuel pump and ECU. Couple of small little fixes and it should be a consistent ripper!
I watch all you guys but You had the best EVERYTHING !! Paint job, decals, helment, valve covers .... Everything! And we've all seen pink and blue tire smoke but you were the only one to bring em... Thanks !
A fella came close to standing at attention and popping a crisp salute towards his digical computer screen when you threw in the National Anthem while Independence was bringing the thunder!
I swear, that patriotic AMERICAN feeling has been missing for the past year. And yet this series is nothing but a guy and his willingness to bring American muscle back from the grave. Thank you Derek and family for keeping it real!!!
Hand to my heart when I heard our anthem playing,a swelling of pride and little mist in the eyes,yes this a show about cars and humorous moments,but its also about freedom and the American spirit,thank you Derek!
Derek, you may not know it but you have inspired so many of us to just get our stuff out there. So many car shows always told me that’s not how you do it. That’s a “cardinal sin” and you are telling everyone “who cares it’s your junk” you helped me find my way back to my automotive happy place! Thanks dude! You and your family are the best!
I think a guy just going to bring his hat to his chest, close his eyes and shake his head up and down slowly. Maybe a tear or two. Good job Derek good job
You sir are one amazing person, independence is a badass ride, and not gonna lie, teared up a lil bit watching the end with the anthem playing and the tire smoke, that right there is American, and thank you!
You have successfully created the single best automotive UA-cam channel ever. Your sense of humor, the kind of vehicles you bring to the table, the patriotism... It’s just all there. These videos are better than ANYTHING Motor Trend could ever put out. These are real, honest car and truck videos for car and truck guys. No Hollywood magic involved. I had a sense of pride when you did the burnout contest in the Vette, but this was out of this world. Amazing content, please don’t ever sell out or change it up... Vice Grip Garage will make UA-cam history, and a fella can just guarantee on that.
This is by far one of the most american things I have ever witnessed, and I have never been prouder of someone I have never met. Thank you for all that you do. It helps us take our minds off of the things going on in our lives and gives us time to unwind and enjoy something awesome.
Sitting in the barracks at Fort Benning Airborne school. Hard being away from home and I might not get to see my family until Christmas. I watch your videos everyday to make me feel better! Keep doing your thing man! Also just bought the Independence sweatshirt!
God bless ya Quentin. Just hang in there. Thank you for your sacrifices. Thank you for your service to our country! God bless you, and God bless America!
Appreciate your service....both... Yours and Derek's...holding our selves together with this circle of freedom....that IS NOT FREE....BUT by the willingness of free men and women to serve and sacrifice for the other... America can stand strong.
A feller isn't even American but he sure held his noggin cover to his chest and shed a freedom tear or three at this one. What a story. Best channel there is and no truer a Gentleman. Thank you so much for what you do. We've laughed, cried and been genuinely entertained. When a guy can escape his health & his troubles and remember there's real good out there it's surely a damn great day! Happiness - engaged ♥ 🤍 💙
Never underestimate the power of a sense of humor, hard work, and a little creativity. Hope in a rattle can. Thank you to you and your family from a bunch of people you’ll never know. What you do matters.
From a fellow humble Minnesotan like yourself VGG and a recently discharged military veteran this has to be the best car build series on UA-cam/anywhere🙏🏻🇺🇸 I hope this UA-cam channel goes places thank you!
A perspective from down under; As much as the "news" we cop on the idiot box makes us think the USA is a worry, guy's like Derek and his family remind us that a country is it's people, and he is good folk. Thanks mate, your'e a bloody legend.
Fear box also tells us the world's going to end in 12 years, it's been telling us that for 40 years though. There's not really countries with bad people, just bad politicians.
Thanks….. for thoughts, est of Day from HELENA VALLEY, MT! Interestingly, wish I,could,get to Australia for a visit, etc… Media stuff and News is a lot of DRAMA…..
@@frazerbrennan9245 Definitely a cold snack worthy fella. That's his influence on me. Beer thoughts have turned into cold snacks & wobble pops. After 50yrs of using "amber fluid". He's changed me forever. Even the missus looks funny at me now, the more that Dereks' influence creeps in. lol
7 years US Army - Iraqi and Somalia!!! Love my Country!!! There is just something about a Craftsman, rebuilding what was almost lost!! Thank You Derek and family!! AMERICA!!!
When the National Anthem played I shed a tear. This was truly glorious! What a transformation!!!!!Thanks from all of us USA Veterans!!! This car now needs to tour the different Army posts and USAF bases (Navy, Marines, Coast Guard)!!!
Thank you for taking us along this beautiful journey Derek. Without your hard work, know-how, and humor we wouldn't witness Independence singing the anthem of our soul
I thought he was insane when he decided to keep this one and "restore" it. I thought it just had too much rust to be worth attempting to make roadworthy. I'm impressed with the journey and the outcome!! 👍😁🚘
Being originally from Indiana, I thought it was relatively rust-free. I inherited my Dad's 98 Dakota R/T, and I think it's actually more than 50% rust.
Jesus died and rose again to save you from hell, but you have to accept him as your savior first. These Bible verses explain how you can accept Jesus as your savior and have eternal life (John 3:16, Romans 3:23, 3:10, 5:12, 6:23, 5:8-9, 10:9-10, 10:13, 10:17, 8:28, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 11:1-3, James 1:17, 2 Peter 3:9-10, 1 Corinthians 15:51-55, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 21:4-6) 🙂
My first car in highschool was a 72 Chevelle Malibu. She was baby blue and was a 4 door turned into a SS clone. My dad and I restored her. We yanked out the 307 and put in a 383. So many great memories.
I’m sitting here giggling like a 5year old school girl after I hear a guy say “if she’s jiggling worse than John Goodman’s neck”... wish the wife would understand good clean humor! Also that ending was AMAZING!
I didn’t even watch it first. I just clicked like because it’s like you know vice grip garage! Derek, Jessica and everyone else that worked on her- you did yourselves proud! ❤️🇱🇷🇺🇸
3 weeks ago tonight my 23 year old son lost his life in a single vehicle accident. My wife and I just watched this together and it's the first time she's laughed in 21 days. Thank you for that, Derek.
MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU, GOD BLESS YOU...
You don't know me, and I don't know you, but my sympathies to you, your wife, your family, and your friends. I could share something about it being tough or better days ahead, but just know you are now in another family's prayers. Be strong my man!
Prayer to you and yours William. I can't even imagine🙏🙏
I can't even...
Peace love and strength to you and yours.
As a father of five and grandfather of four...my sincerest condolences. I hope I am not offending when I say I am praying right now for some peace, I know nothing can take away this pain but it's what I can do....twice I had tears in my eyes in twenty minutes now.
Peace to you and yours.
Independence powered by the Constitution! This car should be in the Smithsonian! Derek, you created a tangible metaphor for our times. THANK YOU!
appreciate it
This car will and deserves to be in a museum or a very public collection on display!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
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@Red eyed Patriot1 I'm not crying! You're crying! 😂🤣
Jesus died and rose again to save you from hell, but you have to accept him as your savior first. These Bible verses explain how you can accept Jesus as your savior and have eternal life (John 3:16, Romans 3:23, 3:10, 5:12, 6:23, 5:8-9, 10:9-10, 10:13, 10:17, 8:28, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 11:1-3, James 1:17, 2 Peter 3:9-10, 1 Corinthians 15:51-55, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 21:4-6) 🙂
74 year old Marine 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 acutely teared up 🥲!!! I never miss any of your videos. Keep em coming. Thanks for being you.
Thanks for your service! 🤝 🇺🇸
SEMPER FI
Thank you sir for your service!!!!
I geared up too man ! Thanks for your service sir!
All those years I thought I knew what entertainment was.
Nope.
Now I get it!
Derek somehow you have made this revival about so much more than a car to me.Its about strength of character,family,american skill,never quit,freedom and INDEPENDENCE.This comes at a time that we really need this in our country.God bless you and your family and We the people.
🙏🙏🙏🙏🇺🇸
Amen. I love that his wife and sons have love and dedication, and don't complain their sacrificing blood, sweat and tears. Nobody like America! 🙆♀️🕊
@@ViceGripGarage Amen. Yep.
Second that
@@ViceGripGarage You got it!
Wow. Only Derek can turn what was half Chevelle, half mold and raisin bran into pure American spirit chock-full of Bald eagles, freedom and thunder! 🦅🇺🇸⚡️ Inspirational.
I want to see Vice grip and Deboss vs Roadkill in a junkyard build off and race.
build and go to a cleetus event man, we would love to see ya.
Agreed trash to treasure
Ou forgot the chex mix
@@opossom1968 He was at the last event looked like
Not gonna lie, a guy got a little teary eyed during the last bit there with the National Anthem on piano. Keep doing what you do.....'MERICA!!!🇺🇸
Me too never heard in on a piano but damn that got the eyes sweating a little.
I came to the comments to make sure I wasn't the only one!
Merica! 🙏🏻🇺🇸⚓️
I'm not crying, you're crying. What have you done Derek?
@@patricku421 You and me both brother!
A UK fella watched this whilst downing a few wobble pop's and found it highly entertaining. WE THE PEOPLE thank you Derek for bringing us such awsome entertainment
I've never been so proud of someone I have never met. Congratulations Derek! Great job and such a great back story.
Thanks Ryan
Top NOTCH SIR!!
You'll NEVER see something like this on TV. Your pops is watching and couldn't be more proud of you.
I'm not even American, but still felt the urge to salute the stars and stripes 🇺🇸 Damn Derek, it's one beautiful car!
What country is a guy from?
Jag känner samma sak :)
@@holymoly849 Sweden
@@swede178 nice😎
I’m on🤘🏼
I wish I could watch this particular episode over and over again for the first time. I think I speak for all of us when I say thank you, Derek, we love you.
As a Canadian, watching independence come together has been like watching a neighbour’s kids graduate high school... It makes a guy proud to call you neighbours. Love it!
USA is Canada's best friend !
Well, thank you kindly, neighbor.
Canadians are the Quiet and chill neighbor that lives in the apartment Upstairs.. to me..
born in Canukland and reared in America. Epstein said he would give me candy 🍭 what did I know......
@@TiaShaw. us Canadians are loud.. we’re just polite about it! Hahah
At some point we are going to need a compilation of how Derek describes the smell of each car when the door is first opened.
I'll second that.
Me too
Oh man, that is genius!
Lol yes tsss tsss
@@brucefortman766 LOL there's this thing called Q factor that is an informal measure of likeability. The Maytag Repair Man had the highest measured Q factor. Derek can probably give him a run for his money. Tssss tsssss.
I GOT GOOSEBUMPS!!!! That was incredible, sir. You are one hell of an American!!!!
Thanks for watching
@@ViceGripGarage "You done gurd, boy, reeeal gurd."
Yup literally gave me Goosebumps
Brought a tear to my eye. A proud AMERICAN tear.🇺🇸
Man, me too!!!!
It brought a tear to my eye and I'm not even American! Fantastic.
Brings a tear to a fellers eyes. She's beautiful. U.S.A.🇺🇲
LOVE IT!!!!!!!
Whew, I thought I was the only one a day late and liked it too.
woah
Ole matt clout chasin😎
Hey Matt
Hey, I know this guy
As a Canadian I've always admired how Patriotic and Proud you are of your country , Congratulations !
This is what Americans should be so proud for, We canadians need to regain our pride once this sappy PM is gone.
That and that no one in the crowd is wearing a mask.
I mean those coloured tire fumes must be noxious.
As an ex-Canadian, I know exactly what you're saying. It's why I moved to the states and became an American citizen!
God bless Derek and Jessica and the boys!
@@beaumontracer1640Nice try. Once a Canadian always a Canadian.
@@MrJoshuaAtwood nope he's one of us now
As a Canadian, I had goosebumps during the American anthem. Peace and Love!
Moosebumps!
Why?
Not many things in the world could make Chuck Norris cry. But right now, I'm sure he just cured someone's cancer with that tear.
That is an amazing comment. Thanks.
The slow piano at the end... I'm not crying. You're crying.
I’m not the only one then?🤘🏽
The majesticness of it all was overwhelming to a fella.
I think a guy might have just gotten some debris in his eyes 🤘
The single note, played single finger, Star Spangled Banner at the end killed!!! Is it Raining?
I almost wanted to adopt a puppy...or send a check to an orphanage...
I actually did tear up at the Buick special when you said “ it’s home dad”
Someone was cutting onions in my house during that episode as well
You're not the only one brother! That hit me hard.
@@PaulyOutdoors yeah.....right in the feeler gauges
@@bobbywalter5320 Yup! Emptied out the washer fluid jug like RIGHT NOW!
Pssssssst, SNAP! That's the sound of a feller restoring his 6-pack abs by pouring quite a few cold snacks down the hatch while enjoying this series, thank you!
I swear I feel like it's illegal to have this level of entertainment without paying. Nothing better than some VGG and a cold snack.
I'm sure a $5 or $10 donation would help out his wife and children. That was some good stuff!
I guess we are paying by suffering the commercials ... or by having UA-cam subscription
It's a good tribute to man from another utuber altogether ..
There is also a race track with Cletus and Cars. You can go to VGG website and find out what they are up to if you want to find ways to be entertained and support them!
@@tworules2001 I fully agree. Just pure entertainment. No political BS, no drama
Am I the only one who got choked up at the beginning of the The Star-Spangled Banner? "We shall never surrender" !! Thank-you VGG
Nope, not even close to the only one!
It's amazing how far Independence has come. Not only is Derek one of the funniest UA-camrs I've watched, but the level of talent a guy has is unmatched
He has two professions, mechanic and wordsmith, doncha know.
If he keeps hanging out with ole cleeter, Independence will grow into a bonafide dragcar lol
@@mrmiyagi3533 HELL YEAH BROTHER
Gonna be honest. Tears came down the face…! What an absolute blessing Derek and his wife & family are. It takes everyone together to put something like this together. As I sit here with tears on my face from watching those beautiful cookies of blue and red…. It makes me feel like there are still those who will go to the deepest of lengths to show their pride in what they do and this country. GOD BLESS AMERICA & GOD BLESS VGG!
I to was emotional Just tuggin on a fellas heart strings.
That ending was beautiful. America 🇺🇸. Brought tears to my eyes. Two thumbs-up.
Thanks for watching
Whenever I wear my independence chevelle t shirt, so many people say "nice shirt". Always makes me happy.
Awesome
Derek, you’ve done something special here. I can’t imagine anyone with red blood who didn’t shed a tear or two in the last couple minutes of this video...I know I did. Thank you for keeping the American spirit alive, and letting us all live vicariously through you.
100%!! The USA needs more people like Derek and Jessica right now.
Seriously. Truth.
@@andylewis7360 While it is more work to be productive, face it, it is more fun!
So go "Get Some!"
@@superchuck3259 Yup! Hard work is a habit. And the sooner you get that habit, the better. 😊👍🏻
I was close yo tearing up, and I'm not even an American.
Not meaning to get too political, but from abroad it looks like the American freedom is in for a fight. Don't ever let them take away that away from you, you hear?
Golly, that ending hits a guy RIGHT in the feels every...dang...time. IM NOT CRYING YOU'RE CRYING!
Brought tear to this old hot rodder's eye. Thank You Derek...It is obvious you put your heart and soul into her...the car has transcended the sum of its parts and become something very, very special.
Why isn’t the Fella at 1 million subscribers yet, he needs it. I loved the edit towards the end of the video absolutely amazing. AMERICA And the power of we the people have brought this to its standing glory and made it preform like a beast.
Yes .. he should be well over a million
Forward it to everyone you know ... and hit the subscribe.. it’s no extra charge. “Sorry for losing my temper!”
Keep bringing the Thunder.. every video has a great story.. emotion.. and humor what more do we need
This series helped me survive the covid lock down. Each time a new video appeared my spirits were lifted!
appreciate you watching Victor, hope all is well
Same thing here. I brought Covid back home after taking family to Boone NC to play in snow.
I love raisin bran..
Bingo
Same here
Beautiful!
From a proud Canadian.
Proud to have neighbours like Derek and Jessica.
God Bless you.
Derrick, man , I love the way you put yourself out here for us to enjoy. And we do !!! You my friend, are the kind of fella that every kid would have loved to have as their dad. Me, I'm 60
Thanks for the kind words
Cold snacks, FNPP (Friday Nite Pizza Pie), and our ole buds Derek and Indy! Can life get any better?????? ......."Nope"....
Na
Not a bad start to the weekend my friend👊
I love cold snacks, I mean right now... minnesota accent attached
Weekend looking good
Hey, it's you!
Holy cow I'm Canadian and I shead a tear or 5.5 watching this. Thank you Derek for being the inspiration to all of us and go get em in Indiana brother 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲💥💥💥💥💥💥
Jesus died and rose again to save you from hell, but you have to accept him as your savior first. These Bible verses explain how you can accept Jesus as your savior and have eternal life (John 3:16, Romans 3:23, 3:10, 5:12, 6:23, 5:8-9, 10:9-10, 10:13, 10:17, 8:28, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 11:1-3, James 1:17, 2 Peter 3:9-10, 1 Corinthians 15:51-55, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 21:4-6) 🙂
@Jesus Saves, I can't see while replying, because my old kindle won't let me edit afterwards, and this thing ends up at time putting the end of my paragraph on top. Genesis26, was in the middle, but hope it still makes sense. God bless, don't get that jab, never even tested on animal's, and is not FDA approved. The damage won't hit most until 2or more year's, and you canw can't even sue if something happens. God bless everyone.
I,m an elderly man and I can remember fixing old cars somewhat the way you do. I love it. Continue on and all the best to you and your family this holiday season. Love your channel. Ron, Alberta Canada. I,m a new subscriber.
I had goosebumps man!!!! That was freaking amazing!! You are by far the greatest thing to ever happen to youtube!
Thank you!!
A tear may or may not have been shed when the national anthem played
The chills are real.
Me too. And I'm Australian Dang It!!!
Jesus died and rose again to save you from hell, but you have to accept him as your savior first. These Bible verses explain how you can accept Jesus as your savior and have eternal life (John 3:16, Romans 3:23, 3:10, 5:12, 6:23, 5:8-9, 10:9-10, 10:13, 10:17, 8:28, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 11:1-3, James 1:17, 2 Peter 3:9-10, 1 Corinthians 15:51-55, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 21:4-6) 🙂
@@jesussaves21 I know he is real I know the only way to God our father is through jesus but I've fallen short haven't been on the path I need to anymore
@@gerrys123 I'm Canadian!
It's been a ride Derek . I gotta say them is powerful words " WE THE PEOPLE " lest we forget . THANK YOU Derek.
Thank you, Derek
The burnout scene is what I now want played at my funeral.
BRING THE THUNDA!!!!!!
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"Forgot to take the plastic off the cheese"... Most underrated line in all of VGG history. Pert'neer pissed myself...
That’s just the way it taste! With out the plastic.
It's like watching a stand-up comedian but instead of a microphone, he uses a wrench.
@@mrmagnet1970 plasticheese. Even if it was stages (maybe not) it was perfectly executed.
Derek, you have no idea how much you have helped me with your videos.
Mom passed away on January 4th this year and you have helped me get thru this.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you!!
I'm not even American but wow this got me right in the feels I had to go ssssst open another cold snack
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@@ViceGripGarage I literally found your channel a couple of weeks ago and I've watched every episode I love your passion and humour and there's nothing quite like old school American cars love it Derek 👌
Watched a lot of these with millions of views, in that respect this one is woefully underrated, 'cause it is one of the most fun ones!😂
This is what makes grown men shed a tear. You’ve done a mighty fine job. Never met you in person, but I’m damn proud of ya!
Freaking epic build video!!!!
Kevin I saw you on the live stream helping Derek out just before it was his turn at the burnout pad. I saw you reach down and fiddle with something on the engine and it finally started. I am assuming whatever it was caused the car to die during the burnout? What was it? You always seem to be the guy helping people at the last minute and that is awesome! Congrats on your big 500 win.
@@SlipFitGarage I unplugged the TPS sensor to reset it before his burnout. We had it running great back in the pits, then it did something weird when we went to crank it before his burnout attempt. During the burnout, it popped the fuse that controls the fuel pump and ECU. Couple of small little fixes and it should be a consistent ripper!
@@KSRPerformanceFabrication That's cool. I figured it was something simple. Thanks for the reply, Kevin
Gotta love it pure awesome with former owner Derek straight sends it right always 👍👍👍😎🤙
Not going to lie, the end of this epic video made a guys eyes water. PROUD TO BE A AMERICAN AND PROUD TO BE A MEMBER OF VGG!
I watch all you guys but You had the best EVERYTHING !! Paint job, decals, helment, valve covers .... Everything! And we've all seen pink and blue tire smoke but you were the only one to bring em... Thanks !
A fella came close to standing at attention and popping a crisp salute towards his digical computer screen when you threw in the National Anthem while Independence was bringing the thunder!
I swear, that patriotic AMERICAN feeling has been missing for the past year. And yet this series is nothing but a guy and his willingness to bring American muscle back from the grave. Thank you Derek and family for keeping it real!!!
#maga
Hand to my heart when I heard our anthem playing,a swelling of pride and little mist in the eyes,yes this a show about cars and humorous moments,but its also about freedom and the American spirit,thank you Derek!
The American dream 100% and its so close to be destroyed right now
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Derek, you may not know it but you have inspired so many of us to just get our stuff out there. So many car shows always told me that’s not how you do it. That’s a “cardinal sin” and you are telling everyone “who cares it’s your junk” you helped me find my way back to my automotive happy place! Thanks dude! You and your family are the best!
The final montage almost brings a tear to a guys eye. It’s so beautiful.
I think a guy just going to bring his hat to his chest, close his eyes and shake his head up and down slowly. Maybe a tear or two. Good job Derek good job
I swear someone started cutting onions around me when the ole Star Spangled Banner got to playing.
I'm not even American and I found this video touching. That car looked pretty good in the end with the smoke rolling.
You can can always become an American, brother. We all came from somewhere to form this perfect Union
Yep!! I’m Canadian, and, like yourself, I felt so dang patriotic at the end there!
No..THANK YOU...YOU ARE A TRUE AMERICAN PATRIOT..IT IS PEOPLE LIKE YOU THAT ARE WHAT THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IS ABOUT...THANK YOU...
You sir are one amazing person, independence is a badass ride, and not gonna lie, teared up a lil bit watching the end with the anthem playing and the tire smoke, that right there is American, and thank you!
Chills as soon as the anthem started. Hands down best channel on UA-cam. Excited for the RMRW videos should be a hoot
You have successfully created the single best automotive UA-cam channel ever. Your sense of humor, the kind of vehicles you bring to the table, the patriotism... It’s just all there. These videos are better than ANYTHING Motor Trend could ever put out. These are real, honest car and truck videos for car and truck guys. No Hollywood magic involved. I had a sense of pride when you did the burnout contest in the Vette, but this was out of this world. Amazing content, please don’t ever sell out or change it up... Vice Grip Garage will make UA-cam history, and a fella can just guarantee on that.
What a beautiful piano rendition of the Star Spangled Banner - brought a tear to my eye - and I'm an Australian! :) Love your work Derek.
This is by far one of the most american things I have ever witnessed, and I have never been prouder of someone I have never met. Thank you for all that you do. It helps us take our minds off of the things going on in our lives and gives us time to unwind and enjoy something awesome.
6 minutes in and this is already the best episode ever
Derek’s mullet growing in throughout the build was the hidden gem.
Gave a feller goose bumps there at the end, and made me want to holler America!!!
We need a one-liners compilation, your's are just perfect.
From a US Navy Submariner, I salute you for your love of USA!
You got youtube down there?
Sitting in the barracks at Fort Benning Airborne school. Hard being away from home and I might not get to see my family until Christmas. I watch your videos everyday to make me feel better! Keep doing your thing man! Also just bought the Independence sweatshirt!
Thanks for your Service. And be sure to enjoy some Southern Comfort here in Georgia.
Appreciate your service and patronage
God bless ya Quentin. Just hang in there.
Thank you for your sacrifices. Thank you for your service to our country! God bless you, and God bless America!
Thank you for your service sir!
Appreciate your service....both...
Yours and Derek's...holding our selves together with this circle of freedom....that IS NOT FREE....BUT by the willingness of free men and women to serve and sacrifice for the other... America can stand strong.
Cool as all hell man... Derek is celebrity material for sure... he’s got it man !!!
A feller isn't even American but he sure held his noggin cover to his chest and shed a freedom tear or three at this one. What a story. Best channel there is and no truer a Gentleman. Thank you so much for what you do. We've laughed, cried and been genuinely entertained. When a guy can escape his health & his troubles and remember there's real good out there it's surely a damn great day! Happiness - engaged ♥ 🤍 💙
Probably the best thing I’ve ever watched... this should be a tv series
It is a TV series. ;)
Never underestimate the power of a sense of humor, hard work, and a little creativity.
Hope in a rattle can. Thank you to you and your family from a bunch of people you’ll never know.
What you do matters.
I didnt know if I should just watch, or salute. So I did both.
God Bless America.
Watching these videos is helping a guy finish his late brother's 70 Chevelle, so thank you for the best content on the interwebs!
Sst sst...here, and a sst sst sst.....bang bang bang there. . .one sst at a time...
Gets err did.
@@bobbywalter5320 Yes, sir. Just like Johnny Cash suggested ... one piece at a time.
From a fellow humble Minnesotan like yourself VGG and a recently discharged military veteran this has to be the best car build series on
UA-cam/anywhere🙏🏻🇺🇸 I hope this UA-cam channel goes places thank you!
Chin chin..
A perspective from down under; As much as the "news" we cop on the idiot box makes us think the USA is a worry, guy's like Derek and his family remind us that a country is it's people, and he is good folk. Thanks mate, your'e a bloody legend.
Fear box also tells us the world's going to end in 12 years, it's been telling us that for 40 years though. There's not really countries with bad people, just bad politicians.
Thanks….. for thoughts, est of Day from HELENA VALLEY, MT! Interestingly, wish I,could,get to Australia for a visit, etc… Media stuff and News is a lot of DRAMA…..
He feels like a fellow aussie hey! even his humour makes me laugh in the same way a lot of our country folks talk haha accent assides obviously
@@frazerbrennan9245 Definitely a cold snack worthy fella. That's his influence on me. Beer thoughts have turned into cold snacks & wobble pops. After 50yrs of using "amber fluid". He's changed me forever. Even the missus looks funny at me now, the more that Dereks' influence creeps in. lol
@@greenhouse3505 Love it mate!
I don't know how I missed this episode but I'm glad I found it!
Damn it! You made a grown ass man shed a tear.
It's not a tear. It's your body leaking out freedom juice.
I want that on a bumper sticker!!!
Why am I about to start crying?
Those valve covers "We the people".. Kinda gets to my feels a little. Because, Murica.
I live in 🇬🇧 but I still stood for the anthem, made me want to grow a mullet, god bless you Derek.
7 years US Army - Iraqi and Somalia!!! Love my Country!!!
There is just something about a Craftsman, rebuilding what was almost lost!! Thank You Derek and family!! AMERICA!!!
When the National Anthem played I shed a tear. This was truly glorious! What a transformation!!!!!Thanks from all of us USA Veterans!!! This car now needs to tour the different Army posts and USAF bases (Navy, Marines, Coast Guard)!!!
I will put funds to that!
A salute from a Submariner vet!
That red and blue tire smoke with the star spangled banner playing ...😢
Thank you for taking us along this beautiful journey Derek. Without your hard work, know-how, and humor we wouldn't witness Independence singing the anthem of our soul
Best time lapse collection of VGG noises ever!!!
I want to say I declare that Derek is the burnout King 👑👍👍
I thought he was insane when he decided to keep this one and "restore" it. I thought it just had too much rust to be worth attempting to make roadworthy. I'm impressed with the journey and the outcome!! 👍😁🚘
Being originally from Indiana, I thought it was relatively rust-free. I inherited my Dad's 98 Dakota R/T, and I think it's actually more than 50% rust.
Jesus died and rose again to save you from hell, but you have to accept him as your savior first. These Bible verses explain how you can accept Jesus as your savior and have eternal life (John 3:16, Romans 3:23, 3:10, 5:12, 6:23, 5:8-9, 10:9-10, 10:13, 10:17, 8:28, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 11:1-3, James 1:17, 2 Peter 3:9-10, 1 Corinthians 15:51-55, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 21:4-6) 🙂
@@jesussaves21 no he didnt.
@@mcesarey ought to see my cherokee all floor pan is gone im in missouri
@@jesussaves21 cherry picking single verses out of entire passages is like saying only two letters of alphabet matter F, U.
This whole series was amazing and that ending was just.....man it was top notch awesome.. rock on Derek. 🗽🇺🇸
Thanks
I am not crying.... You are... Guy needs to get a break and he sure got one.
My first car in highschool was a 72 Chevelle Malibu. She was baby blue and was a 4 door turned into a SS clone. My dad and I restored her. We yanked out the 307 and put in a 383. So many great memories.
That cut together at the end was enough to make a grown man cry
Love this recap. "It runs, but like a one legged man tap dancin'. It just doesn't sound right". 😂
I’m sitting here giggling like a 5year old school girl after I hear a guy say “if she’s jiggling worse than John Goodman’s neck”... wish the wife would understand good clean humor! Also that ending was AMAZING!
That rendition of the anthem at the end sent some goose pimples over a guys back fat. Well done sir. Well done.
I didn’t even watch it first. I just clicked like because it’s like you know vice grip garage!
Derek, Jessica and everyone else that worked on her- you did yourselves proud! ❤️🇱🇷🇺🇸
Props to Jessica for putting in more significant work on the project than a bunch of us watching actually know how to do.
She is def a 120 on a 1-10 scale. hot hot hot and im not talking about physical looks
We all want a Jessica. Few of us get one though. Derek is a luck fella. And Jessica is one awesome fellette.
Spat my cold snack out when he said "in case you've never been into a rear end" 😂
The editing on this one is top notch. Well done and thank you. Great build!!