1927 Elcar Brakes And First Drive

[@2012stewy]

Jonathan, I cannot express in any words how delighted I am to see our family car in the right hands. Having been in the family garage for over 50 years, I grew up sitting in this car and dreaming of some day owning and driving it. It is so great to see it again. Please keep the videos coming. I cant wait to show my grandfather, the original owner of this very rare model.

[@junglejonny1000]

I lay here in my sick bed as I got bitten by a tick and got Lyme disease that is so entrenched that I will have it the rest of my life until it kills me unless they come out with better treatment. Every day I wake up and feel like a bigger tank has run me over. I don't bring it up to whine, but to simply just say thanks for all your cool adventures that I get to live again through by proxy by watching your videos. I would love to tinker and play on anything mechanical and that just isn't really possible anymore. Not only is it fun to watch your adventures, it is humbling to watch how hard you work and are always doing something productive. I grew up as a farm boy and learned to work and work hard and work hard all day long -- how I miss those days as ridiculous as that sounds. Oh how I miss the sense of accomplishment. It is also humbling to see how brilliant and capable you are. I always thought I was pretty capable until I see how incredibly smart and talented you are. Thanks for the videos and God bless and God speed brother.

[@oldodger]

I like the fact that you found "your car". I also like the whine of the transmission as you go through the gears....good for you Johnathan....that's a keeper....I will stay tuned.

[@Shane-Singleton]

She seem to drive really fine for a 91 year old car. :) That first ride is always sweet. Congratulations, Jonathan!

[@junkorbust9498]

You’ve got yourself something special there. Enjoy! Thanks for taking us all along, you inspire us in so many ways.

[@ianlane7026]

Brilliant first ride. Didn't take you long to fathom out the brakes and I bet you'll not find any problems you cannot solve. What I love, is seeing the bare bones of the vehicle, all the woodwork construction shows how much craftsmanship went into cars of this style and era, the floor panels, door mechanism's, roof construction, etc. This is going to be an awesome finished vehicle knowing the skills and high levels of craftsmanship you invest in all your projects. You are the ideal custodian of this piece of history that will show future generations how motoring started, even if they travel in vehicles made of plastic and glue! Glad you have attained one of your dream ambitions. Regards from Scotland!

[@davidthehillbilly7995]

In 1927 hydraulic brakes were the equivalent of today's self driving cars. When Plymouth debuted in 1929 they created a sensation because they were the first "every man's" car that had hydraulic brakes. Good score, you've earned it....

[@ML-dw5ol]

Another very, very enjoyable video!! Thank you. I enjoy your 'every mans' understanding and approach to Vintage cars. I too share the same values re: these historic pieces. People forget that only 14 years before this 'marvel' was made and sold most people used HORSES for their 'transport' These were incredible machines that were made to be driven. Want yours pretty? good for you but first and foremost,....drive them, let them be seen and appreciated for what they were meant to be and are, incredible leaps in technology as well as being lovely, often elegant, labor saving devices to release people from harder work and to be exhilarated by 'motion with out effort' KUDOS AGAIN for sharing your treasures!

[@Mishn0]

Wow, I wasn't expecting to see a first drive for a while. What a treat!

[@stevenwithanS]

Cougar green and beige would rock that thing. Jonathan, you poses the skills to bring that car back to glory. I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with it.

[@davidsutton414]

Well Jonathon, you have done it again! I think the car is as good as it gets and I know you will do it right. I am not a fan of complete restoration but to make a driver out of these cars. They were built to drive. Every video you do is like Christmas to me. So much fun to watch and learn from. Thanks!

[@oldodger]

This is a special one (car) for you J.W., not hard to tell. It's is parked on a green carpet (or rug) complete with a 4" X 10" heat register cut out....I love it !!! ....oldodger.

[@faerieSAALE]

It is so great to see an old surviving antique car - find an owner who is willing to put cash and time into it - and then let this old veteran car see the open road once again. The Elcar is an unusual brand and very few people today would know that this brand of automobile ever existed.

[@simonsummers9194]

Simon from the UK here.... Awesome car,just imagine you dressed up in a mobster outfit with your Tommy gun hanging on the side. God I love this car,I'm going to keep an eye out for any information on this car at our second hand sales.If I find anything I'll let you know and if you want it I'll post to you. Don't worry about the drag car as this one is more important. Get it under cover and get that new shop done. It drives and sounds great and your colour choices for it is spot on. Thanks for taking us along with you Johnathan

[@odahithedubious]

I see it has Arm-Strong power steering. Your arms will be strong if you drive it much! What a great old automobile. I'm happy for you, that you get the car you've wanted for so long, and happy even for the car, that it found its way to you. You'll take good care of it, and before you know it you'll be showing it off in the parade. Thanks for sharing the journey with us.

[@lgude]

Really delighted for you. Funny how familiar that sound from the transmission was as soon as you got underway. Childhood memories. Best from Australia.

[@67ford90]

Love the car.Thanks for taking us on the first ride.

[@barfass]

So unexpectedly quiet! Even with the lifter noise. Such a cool car and something I used to see in a book that my Dad has when I was a kid. You sure do like it. And that is great.

[@jlletaw1954]

Running & driving...l like the sound it makes underway & going through the gears...sharp looking car

[@andy16666]

I love straight-8 engines! Always have. That car is just gorgeous.

[@andywilkinson3792]

Well glad u managed to get to have a drive in the old lady Jonathan I could tell u wanted to have a drive. Really pleased for you hope everything goes well for u all the best from Andy in UK. Keep the videos coming. Your son really biz cos not ceen anything from from a long time.

[@jimzivny1554]

I didn't think it would take long to go for a ride. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@wyore4344]

Mr. Jonathan, what a great find. congratulations on this new purchase. i know you and your family are going to enjoy it. best, walt

[@ArthurLSmithJr]

Nice!!!!! Thank you, I enjoyed the ride. Sounds like you have a great plan for the old girl. Again, Congrats Jonathan!!

[@notajp]

Love the sound of those straight cut gears! Reminds me of the old grain trucks we used to have when I was a kid. That Lycoming engine sounds really good too. And should have plenty of power. Looking forward to watching the progress on this!

[@ken9503]

Great find and gonna be a great project for you. Two, no three things really got me excited with this video. The ride along with the view over that long hood, the whine of the transmission and listing to that starter s-l-o-w-l-y turn over those eight cylinders. I'm 76 years old and those sounds and views bring back a lot of happy memories. Thank you and good luck in finishing this great car. Also can you show the detail in those odd tail lights some time?

[@lakesideranch]

That's a really cool car Jonathan, glad you figured out the brakes and had time to take us for a ride. Enjoy it, you deserve to have a little fun between tows Lol

[@gregmckenzie4878]

Fantastic ride along Jonathon and once again congratulations mate on a well deserved and beautiful time capsule, with regard to the engine number it may be located on the back of the engine block near the firewall.Looking forward to many more uploads on this beautiful old lady and just love how she sings such a wonderful soundtrack of the past - cheers

[@MalcOfLincoln]

Fantastic. Running and driving, but knowing you no surprise. Just so pleased it's all working out. Can actually hear the excitement in your voice when driving, and so we should. Congratulations once again...

[@kensherwood4866]

Loving your videos on the Elcar. It runs very well good starter, and smooth as you would hope it to be. Nice to join you for a drive. Thanks too for sharing your knowledge and skills, never seen brakes like that expected them to be rod operated. Looking forward to further updates. Best Wishes from England

[@JazzStrat781]

Congratulations! What a great feeling that is driving your dream car for the first time! I love it!

[@chuckhaynes6458]

Again I say "What a treasure". I don't know if you have any lubrication specifications or not. Many early automobiles and trucks required a heavy 400-600wt. oil/grease in the non-synchromesh transmissions. It slowed the gears down when shifting. We called it poor man's synchro in the Model A Club. Those are about the earliest Hydraulic Brakes that I've seen outside aircraft. Another example of it being an expensive top line car. What fun.

[@paulcondie2520]

I must say i personally learn something new from every video of yours i watch! Awesome

[@tomarnold2708]

Congratulations on your first drive!

[@kenkaye7314]

Wow, happy to see that runs like old clock,it look very cool with the to colors, Ty for sharing.

[@grandprismatic]

Jonathan, that car is just awesome can’t wait to see you but two-tone color paint on the air and a top on it. The thing is probably a blast to drive.

[@gosportjamie]

When you have a car like that you don't have a garage or a car port, you have a motor house... She sounds really good, lots of lovely pre-war tunes from the gearbox, just glorious...

[@ofujuncky]

Way way cool ! Love the car color your thinking sounds perfect! Thanks!

[@thedanwind]

I'm looking forward to seeing more of this beauty. Congratulations on the gorgeous rolling history.

[@johnnybsbasketcaseprojects3835]

That’s a great deal to be able to drive your car. Glad it runs good. The burgundy and black sounds good. Happy for you

[@samcarroll2676]

Love your videos always looking forward to seeing the next one :)

[@motercycle80]

Awesome car what a find man I would not paint the car love the look can’t wait to see you fix the roof and the seats

[@rustyjeep2469]

Wow, I can't believe you're already driving it. Sweet find and congrats.

[@jeffreylevin1266]

Jonathan love the car. Thanks for the ride. Can’t wait to see what you do with it. Good luck and congratulations!

[@jasonbarton766]

she runs nice, nice rumble in the back there!! i really like your color scheme idea, white walls will really sharpen it up! the original seat pattern looked real fancy! beautiful car, great vid.

[@ldean-du5im]

I love that long hood! Looks like it will not take much to fix this car up, compared to what some people start with. I think you did good on this deal! Very nice! Keep on sharing.

[@todddenio3200]

Very sweet car. The grill is kind of like a Rolls Royce, but oddly the hood for some reason is rounded where it meets the grill. Still looks and sounds great though and I would love to have one. Your videos are always great and I look forward to seeing more.

[@dougforbes1423]

love the sound of your elcar ill be keeping tabs on your progress of it . doug from new zealand.

[@billluchterhand9176]

What a wonderful car. Thanks for the ride.

[@BAtadCrazy]

I wish I had your energy and enthusiasm. I'm lovin' it!!!

[@regsparkes6507]

Burgundy body with black fenders /running boards and whitewall tires and this Elcar will be a real 'looker' as it'd rolling down the roads. Nice project. P.S. I love that straight eight Lycoming too.

[@spaert]

Somebody did a great rebuild on that engine - sounds really good. Nice job figuring out those brakes - I've got a '48 Willy's I just did a brake rebuild on and I can't get the brakes to bleed. No leaks but the fluid is going somewhere - can't figure it out. Fairly new master cylinder but that must be the culprit. But I can't figure out where the fluid is disappearing to....so I envy you figuring out your problem! Nice job.

[@johnapel2856]

First drive, Yay! But no cold start video! Well, I guess we can let you have some fun without us. It sounds good. I like the exhaust sound. It's going to be a fun car. Way to go! Thanks.

[@daver681]

That is great Jonathan, it seems to be in good shape considering the age, Good luck

[@DannyWalker1949]

W0W I enjoyed the ride-a-long. Just think this thing is almost 100💯years 0ld❗ You got something that you Will Enjoy for the rest of your life, my friend.

[@Tyou57]

You new old runs so so healthy congrats bro on the car of your dreams you definitely deserved it can’t wait to see you bring it back to it hay day

[@customowing]

Beautiful car the colors want paint should really set it off. It's great shape love the big chrome grill and the head lights rear bumpers are a little strange not much protection in the center. I like the sound. When you get done it'll look incredible. woord running boards are a easy fix if every need to replace them. I wish you the best of luck with your new toy. Thats some car port I'd enclose it be better protection, So that blue color is a primer lucked out with windows a lot near things on that car. I remember riding in my Dads corvair it was a 60 with gasoline fired heater he never had a problem but they replaced it was kind scary when fired up the first time it did put some heat. I pity the ones that were in the car when heater caught on fire. Great big car with lots of parts very interesting car.Good Luck

[@gregadams315]

The straight cut gear whine is awesome , my olds sounds like that also . Have fun my friend .

[@virtuestreams2616]

Sweet ride Jonathan--congratulations!

[@davidcraddock7011]

still tickled pink at your acquisition. Burgundy is one of my all time favorite colors. It is the color on one of my '57 Chevy's.

[@animalactivist7820]

Love these videos! Really an interesting car! I like your idea for the new paint color scheme. Burgundy and black would look great on this big car! Thanks Jonathan!

[@Trucker1957]

I love all the wood parts in this car, Jonathan this car looks like a keeper, very stylish.

[@OpenRoadAdventures-lj5pt]

Thanks again for another great video awesome car. Thanks for the ride.

[@dougscott8161]

Hi Jonathan, at about 9:55, I thought I could see part of the name Continental on the block, behind the fuel filter. That Elcar is sure a beautiful automobile. When you get that done and start showing it you might need to get cleaned up and start wearing a tuxedo to match with the car......lol

[@louisnemick317]

Thanks for the ride Jonathan.

[@janlabij7302]

Jonathan - Nobody when I was a kid double clutched these cars. First to intermiate at 7-8 mph, shift to high at 12-15 mph. Get the hang of it and virtually silent shifts. The higher the speed you shift at, the harder it is to make quiet shifts.

[@jerryw6577]

My dad would shift that way and lug the engine below idle speed before down shifting. Drove me crazy. Most acceleration tests back in his youth were done from a rolling start in top gear also. Engine bearing design and metallurgy have come a long way since then.

[@newtsfarm]

I like the way you think concerning restoring that car. I been to a lot of car shows and you can look at the description of a car and it'll say " paint by so an so, engine rebuilt by another so and so, upulstery by someone else and nothing or almost nothing done by the owner. It makes me wonder why they even bother owning it or taking it to a show.

[@nonelost1]

Well, at least they give credit where credit is due. And at least they do hire someone else to do the work right, rather than screw it up trying to restore it themselves, or take years on end to restore it because they're too proud to let someone else do the work. Such projects often wind up incomplete. And then they wind up going to the junkyard.

[@Darwinpasta]

Nice find! I've never seen a throttle that plunges into the carb like that.

[@jonathanw4942]

Variable venturi!

[@stihl0903]

Your going to have a very nice usable car Jonathan with a bit more work, great buy.

[@rogerj7327]

Really happy for ya Jonathan. Adjusting valves has never been my strong suit. If you have any tips, I'd be interested to hear em. I always just feel like I'm guessing at it on my 65 6 clyinder Ford. Not enough experience I guess.

[@broncoclement2407]

Wonderful car, Congratulations, Jonathan! Really nice when you buy an unknown car online and it turns out to be in this good of condition. Remind me ,my grand father car , i should buy it .

[@70charger13]

Very cool car, nice big car makes the other cars look small, she moves along real good.

[@georgewilliams6657]

Awesome video you are the man thanks for your videos Jonathon

[@jamesholz1151]

This is going to turn out great. Someone already sunk a bunch of $$$ into it. Like most original old cars.... drives like a tank. Looks like fun!!

[@ligurian728]

Chrysler-Loughead Brakes. Very good brakes and easy to deal with once you understand the set-up.

[@sail235aeh]

What an awesome car ! Nice to start with something so complete and driveable. Used to have a 29 Chrysler with the wooden spoke wheels. Kinda scary. Yours look to be in very good condition, mine werent. Looking forward to watching you clean her up.

[@LarryDeSilva64]

Yes I used to work for the biggest utility in California and with my 30,000 lb cap Hyster fork lift Loaded and unloaded tower Parts like those and much much larger cant beat those for solid steel. Wow that is great that that engine actually runs and the gauges work. You are definitely going to have fun with that car. Yes You can redo those seats yourself I am sure of that.

[@mikeymike3240]

That's an awesome car, fantastic first run, really amazing.

[@OldIronRC]

She runs like a champ!

[@bobwoodhams7242]

very smart man and knows how to sew .......I would not even know how to thread the needle

[@jonathanw4942]

West Virginia school system required sewing, cooking, CPR, hunters safety and a lot of other things. I remember woodworking, electrical and masonry too. It didn't matter if you were anti 2nd amendment or not, you learned how to shoot, gun and bow of course up there I never met anyone that was anti 2nd..

[@thecritic3710]

sounds nice.....looks like a good start!

[@pub6023]

Good work on your car so far mate, the thumbs down have me shaking my head a bit…what’s not to like? All the best from Oz!

[@vincenthiggins6091]

That is really awesome to see something like that able to still get on the road. for people that have never really seen a car that looks like that before because they were born here recently within the last 20 years probably going down the road and seeing you coming from the other way are probably thinking what the hell is that because they are spoiled by the modern ones.

[@johnvandertoorn7711]

Hey Jonathan, I live in grand Rapids Michigan and we have an amazing shop here called northwestern auto parts on division Ave. You may try looking them up for stuff for any of your very cool projects. There may even be a specialist for your elcar.

[@3347861]

That brake system would have been state of the art at the time.

[@bartismoellis1052]

Great to see you enjoy your new car

[@federalmogul3092]

str8 cut trans with eight in line, good stuff!

[@ImTHATguy...]

Love the sound of the gears

[@mostlymoparih5682]

Nice. Say what's that's going from one ear to the other? Oh it's your smile. Thanks for the ride.

[@ronsbeerreviewstools4361]

That is a nice unique 1927 car. Lucky you.

[@gregtice7479]

looks and sounds great like that colors you are going to use

[@johnmccormick175]

What a beautiful old car!

[@kcraig51]

Super cool! Can't wait for more videos.

[@mattgilbert4205]

so cool . Like the carb action, is that a Schebler Carb ? looks similar to the S-1s used on old fords and Pratts

[@hermanwillis5309]

keep up the videoes i enjoy watching them

[@kevinhornbuckle]

This is the best thing that's happened to me all week.

[@TheDavidcrockett]

Regarding brakes seems like if the line from the reservoir broke of the valve wasnt seated you would loose braking

[@SchnelleKat]

Very nice car! you got me wanting one now...

[@genes.4990]

Hey Jonathan, ask your Elcar if she's got a sister. And when you went to the nagahide farm how many little naga's did you have to kill to cover your bucket seats? Love your color choices. But I gotta say, I'm more interested in the car you have sitting next to those trusses. Can you tell me more about it? Thanks for the ride. You done good!

[@tombob671]

That is one fine ride in the making there