1929 ROADSTER PICKUP FROM JUNK PART 18 MORE HOOD AND HEADLIGHTS

[@IDPhotoMan]

lol, i Love your heading: "Adding junk parts to the existing junk parts we already welded together".... You rock!

[@1fosteer]

So happy you're are feeling better. Watching your vidoeos helps me out a lot. I am losing my vision and no longer see well enough to work on vehicles and do shop work. Sometimes it can get me depressed but watching you helps me with that. Keep up the great work stay well and God bless you and your family.

[@danaowen9014]

Sorry to hear about your vision Eric, i know you will always have great memories of how jonathans car came out. Be positive if you can.

[@brianregner5209]

Hey Eric, I can't imagine what its like to go through what you are experiencing. However I for one and many others wish you the best. Stay strong and take care.

[@1fosteer]

@@brianregner5209 Thank you sir.

[@1fosteer]

@@danaowen9014 I am positive, just sometimes I want to do something and I just can't see well enough to do it anymore. It is upsetting; but it is also life and you have to take what's in the cards for you and play the best hand you can and bluff all the way.

[@philpettit145]

The headlights look perfect and the swan is AWESOME! As for me, I liked the "special" on the trim, but whatever you do will look good...I have no doubt! I'm really enjoying this build, but what makes me happier is that you're feeling better. I'm in the middle of a rebuild of my '37 ford, and love watching what you fabricate because it gives me ideas as well. Don't ever forget that you have a LARGE group of friends out here and we love going to Jonathan country for all that you give us. And of course, the animals are a part of it all especially Nana. I love the cat scans. We miss you when you're gone but want to know that you're healthy and doing well. Always ready to watch the next video. Thanks again Jonathan! Our prayers are with you!

[@JazzStrat781]

The headlights and the hood are looking great! Thankful you are feeling better

[@beboboymann3823]

Brilliant idea on the lead pour. You never cease to amaze us.

[@ahriman8543]

Dear Lord, what you do there is close to magic. Just watching your channel for 3 months now and I am thrilled. Thank you so much for doing this.

[@Freedomquest08]

Go back in his videos and check out the motorcycle he made.

[@AliasUndercover]

Heh! I loved those JC Whitney catalogs.

[@pf-flyerthailand1538]

In my younger days, I spent many hours with and order parts from the JC Whitney catalog. Thanks for the memory.

[@davelowell3008]

AliasUndercover I was 17 back in 65. Had a 59 Ford. Bought yellow Teri cloth seat covers from JC. 3 or 4 bucks.

[@jamminjr7856]

In the 80s it was about the best place to get old flat fender Jeep parts. Spent lots of money with them

[@jamesglavich1426]

I still remember reading "Honest Charley" catalogs.

[@bcgrittner]

Oh, the J.C.Whitney Catalog. The things we had before we had the internet. I sat reading that catalog for hours. I was going to build a car, or at least modify Dad's '57 Chevrolet Station Wagon, with parts from that catalog. And, I remember that illuminated swan. Those were good times. Thanks for the memories.

[@markeholbrook]

Yeah, my dad got mad at me for dreaming about putting those custom parts on my dream rig from the Warshawsky (J. C. Whitney) catalog.

[@wayneguess7946]

Those headlights really fit the truck! Everything is elongated! Keep that theme! Looks Great!

[@chrisclark4813]

"14 Years old , and I had my first Dodge Truck", .............another world my friend. Love your vids and that you post almost every day. I always check to see what you're up to. Stay healthy and cool. Love from the England.

[@gillpollard6391]

I love that swan, when I was a kid in the early 60s a guy had one on a 51 Pontiac and I would look at it when he was parked at the country store. He also had a model A horn with a rod connected to the adjustment screw so that when he blew the horn he could turn that rod and it went moooo and he would blow that when he saw me in the yard. The things you remember and it all came back when I saw that swan!

[@reecenewton3097]

I think the swan is off a Packard.

[@gillpollard6391]

@@reecenewton3097 Hi; I never thought about what it really belonged on but I can see it looking good on that hood. The guy didn't have much money so I doubt he paid much or anything for it. Sure looked cool to a little kid!

[@christopherrasmussen8718]

I got an Ooga horn and I think it's original. I never thought of that. Awsome.

[@josephneill7398]

Hey Jonathan , The Ol' Roadster Pickem' up is coming along great , clad your feelin better !!!!

[@rickstout7626]

I had the swann on my JC Higgins bicycle @ 1957

[@edwardfarrar8879]

Glad to hear your feeling better , you have amazing skills. Wish I could fabricate as well as you.

[@timothynewkirk2654]

I'm digging it all! Hood, Headlights and especially the Swan! Nice to hear you're feeling better! ...Newk from Kentucky

[@lonniekingery9207]

Be sure to give your cat some treats. She is a great friend & loves you much. 😉

[@downtownbobbybrown6237]

Right on .

[@josephfine3394]

Jonathan, you've nailed that 50s hotrodding concept once again. Man, this truck will really turn heads! Rodders have always turned junk into rolling art, and you show just how it's done. Thank you... So happy you're feeling good again!!

[@randybarnes8454]

That hood and swan is just perfect in my book. I also remember the lighted up wings on the swans back in the day. Liked them as well. Classy on a long hood.

[@ronnielester2933]

Thank you Johnathan for showing the young guys what a real hot rod build is, you do the way it all started. To many times guys take pic.s pay a fortune to have a shop build there car and these younguns think that's how you do it. I hope they watch and learn how to DIY it . your a dieing breed and there ain't a lot of us left. Looking great!

[@mackbruce7545]

Love the Swan, very cool. Hood is coming along well too. Thankyou Sir . Jonathan.

[@OzMike]

Ah ha! I knew the hood needed chrome in the center, I just wasn't thinking hard enough ha ha. The swan's the money shot. Love that straight 8, not something you see everyday

[@rhiantaylor3446]

Glad you're feeling a bit better - always good to see you enjoying the build !

[@zw5509]

Looking great! I like your technique of finding , fitting and re-using materials. The electric fan is fine. You know that 'back in the day' if they had them they would have used them! Going to be a proud thing to own and drive...then what? I do like the Swan.

[@josephjakubec3171]

The lights are perfect. The front end looks great.

[@shfr1747]

Glad your feelin better.! Head lights and hood look spot on! Kiwi Sam

[@CrazyPetez]

Really glad you’re feeling better. I’m very impressed with how this pickup with the LONG hood is shaping up. The swan looks great. J.C. Whitney sure brings back memories.

[@chemxfan]

The memories of a JC Whitney catalog - that takes me back! That swan is the finishing piece as far as I'm concerned - yeah, there's still work ahead, & he's got to do it in 268 degree heat, but I believe this is the man that can get it done. And now the dogs are getting snacks, so everybody's happy. "Genius" is a word that is wearing out because we use it for everything, but the lead inserts for the headlights are exactly that - no matter where he tightens them, that's where they're gonna stay. You don't want your headlights rattling around. This video just made my day!

[@carlclarke516]

Keep up the good work Jonathan 👍..

[@arliew]

Glad your feeling better Jonathon. The build is sure looking good.

[@JONMEREDITH]

Another brilliant video! Your casting and fabricating skills are phenomenal!

[@markr2867]

This truck is looking great. I love the straight 8 and the long hood.

[@terrywilliams667]

Hey Jonathon! You are an amazing dude! Creating this from junk parts is fantastic! Can't wait for the next installments!

[@alwaysblessed3133]

I can't thank you enough for taking the time to make these videos for all of us to enjoy. Glad your feeling better and I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

[@jwayneroberts3608]

I'm so glad that you're feeling better and are able to resume the display of your amazing ability to create things automotive! This roadster/pickup is going to be the crown jewel of all the vehicles that you've built! Your ingenuity never ceases to amaze me! Keep it up Jonathan!

[@John-lu3yq]

Really a cool build ! I love the strait eight its something you don't see every day thanks for sharing and for being so kind to Nanna most men dislike cats too bad for them.

[@elkoposo686]

A critical and potent addition to any personal creation is character, is individuality and these are subjective elements. Using what you have, what you're given and aligning those with personal tastes and ideas makes for great customisation. Does it look good? Does it do what's intended? Answer these questions and the creation will reflect fundamentally who and what you are about. This car and all the creations I've seen you compose and execute, have achieved and excelled these elements. I admire your approach, love to watch your builds and wish you the best of health to complete this and many, many more. Have many more great days feeling good, Sir.

[@donniemartin8798]

glad you are feeling better i have watched every video on the roadster pickup saved all to watch again amazing from start till now

[@garywilser7802]

Man I absolutely love that long hood ! I wasn’t sure at first because i thought the straight eight was so cool you should show it off. But the hood just looks so cool too and the engine is still there so you can show it off at shows when you desire. Kinda like a beautiful woman is even more beautiful when she doesn’t show all she’s got to everybody. Plus it will give the engine a little protection from the elements. Glad to hear you are feeling better. (Gary from Raleigh)

[@howardkoster4026]

Jonathan, I like the way those headlights look on that car! You mentioned about hinging the hood on the passenger side, like the Buick's used to do. Cool idea, and something different! No cookie cutter builds here, and I like that!!!!! The hood trim is a VERY good idea. I'm glad you're feeling better, Jonathan!!!!!! I was gonna ask about a hood ornament, but as you say, I wait till the end..Jonathan, you build cars for you. No need to try and please others. Yeah, if ya ask opinions is one thing...

[@wesleymartin4959]

Hi Jonathan! I really like the way it looks with hood and headlights. Also, love the swan! It's fun to watch you're projects come together, piece by piece. Makes me remember when I was a kid, hanging out in the garage with my dad. There was always something needing fixed. Those were happy times for me. Great Video! So glad your feeling better. 😎 Wes, Oregon

[@fava7753]

Thought and foresight can bring wonderful results from what others deem a pile of junk . This is going to be a real good build , end result will be amazing . Hood ornaments , another excellent touch from a forgotten era . I remember them well as a youngster most manufacturers had them on most of Thier models . . Illegal now in GB for a long time . Safety police takes the character away from the builds . Keep up the excellent work and content Johnathon .

[@jamesstafford7467]

Got that puppy looking good. Nice pedals they sent you. Hood looks great, especially with that swan ❤. Like the shortened chrome too. Headlights look great. Like how you're gonna hinge the hood on one side. Gonna be a great ride when its finished.

[@neerdowells1]

Great project, I dig what you build! Glad you’re feeling better! Thanks for all the entertainment!

[@MrPaige222]

So entertaining. That trick with the lead for the headlight mounts was awesome. There's nothing I don't like about your builds. Keep going.

[@kentowens2179]

Nice! I love the hood! Gonna be a great truck! SO glad you're feeling better, enjoy the videos and the cat too.

[@rdlykryk4384]

That's neat, glad you stuck with the hood idea. You're right, it's too long to go without. Love the headlights. Really glad you are feeling well again Jonathan. I grew up a few "cricks" north o' you'ns. Now living in N.W.Mt. I try to explain the affects of humidity to people, but you cant, you have to experience it to know. Thx. for the efforts you put out. They are very inspiring to us.

[@dannoquin7322]

Master Jonathan, that’s some fantastic work you do. Best of health to you.

[@outcastprojects6733]

I like the thought you came up with on the chrome.

[@Eigil_Skovgaard]

The new parts, front lights, hood, wheels, really add character to the car.

[@brianregner5209]

Totally love how this build is going Jonathan. It looks absolutely amazing! The swan is the cherry on top and is a wonderful touch. If the electric fan that came on the shroud you ordered doesn't move enough air to keep things cool, there are loads of junkyard fan options that are cheap and move rediculous amounts of air. I used a set of Ford windstar fans on one of my square bodies and they keep the truck cool towing 8k+ lbs, being it is a half ton truck. For your application there are also pusher fans that would work great on the front of the radiator. If you are interested if the fan you have doesn't work out, lemme know! Very happy to hear you are feeling better, I and many other people care about you. Cheers!

[@ervingoertzen7233]

It’s going to be a crowd maker on cruise nights ! Awesome truck ! I would be tickled to drive that around . Thanks for a great video

[@jamesstrahan5130]

So friggin cool. Other ideas are good but you know where you're going with this. Love the old iron. Love kitty ! Good health to you man!

[@paulgunter1538]

Hey Johathan, love this series. Glad to hear you are feeling better. Keep up the good work my friend, the hood looks great !

[@kimkiriniki9433]

Triumph Herald steering wheel and column on a straight eight hotrod, love it! Nice work JW, good to hear that you are feeling better.

[@battleboar213]

JC Whitney thanks for that memory!, Hood is looking great. Health is improving good!. Great morning here seeing you up loaded 😄 stay well !!

[@ervingoertzen7233]

Well, a great way to start my day, coffee, and a Jonathan video ! Good morning Jonathan!

[@neil6212]

Glad to see you're feeling better! The SS trim looks absolutely fabulous, and apparently the louvers are even functional!

[@bunning63]

You must be the most productive person YT. You never cease to amaze me with volume of stuff you get done.

[@thomasparker5208]

I needed the reminder that any day that we feel good is a good day. Thank you for that. I tend to take too much for granted. Need to work more on being appreciative. Nice progress!

[@doughunt5175]

Good to hear you are feeling better, love the lights!

[@dougwebb6193]

So thankful that You feel better. It is hard to keep a good Man down. That build is just so cool!!!!

[@87mini]

This one will be the flagship of your fleet! I love how it is coming together - the swan and the hood trim really pop! Great work! Glad you're feeling better - amazing how good progress can help you along the way.

[@Vet-7174]

Looking Great!! Almost gotta Duesenberg Look to Hood/And Swan✔✔🖒

[@duncanfrere2656]

The hood with Swan is spectacular! The chrome strakes down either side are perfect. And with the headlights mounted, the whole front end of this vehicle is really impressive! Glad you're feeling better! Onward!

[@jamiewaddell1598]

Brilliant Jonathan looking fab really like it hood looks brilliant

[@haroldrichards9033]

The chrome trim on the hood looks great. The swan is wonderful. I love your videos. I am praying for you, Jonathan.

[@MrSonordrumr]

Love the videos, Jonathan. Take care of yourself! Excited to see the direction you are going with this build.

[@maxhenry1977]

That roadster pickup is looking good! And very glad to hear you’re feeling better.

[@davidhughes1634]

Nice work on the lights Jonathan they turned out well,the swan looks great with the chrome side on hood,just take your time Rome wasn't built in a Day,stay safe.

[@dbeaumontresident847]

That hood is looking GORGEOUS! Awesome work Jonathan!

[@sallyb3]

Good morning, glad you're feeling better, your pick-up looks awesome, love the long hug with a swan.

[@markssmallenginerepair3593]

Really looking good! I enjoy watching you work and your ideas. Also, very glad you're feeling better and I hope you continue to feel better. Keep up the good work and I am sure going to keep watching! You know, a long time ago an old mechanic once told me that" anyone can replace with new but it takes a good man to fix the old."

[@asteverino8569]

Really like the long hood in general. The side chrome pieces and the swan look great together, to me. To each his own, is right. Feeling good after feeling crappy or weak, is great! This sculpture is looking good, and the fabrication details are good to see too.

[@ervingoertzen7233]

My dad had that exact swan hood ornament , with the optional lite up wings . It sure brings back good memories. It belongs on your new ride !

[@roblenzz7966]

I think maybe a center strip down the middle of the hood would look good with the swan there. Doesn't have to be chrome and you wouldn't have to be as perfect with the hammer/dolly work, but knowing you, it would be perfect! Thanks for the videos

[@odahithedubious2017]

So glad to hear that you're feeling better lately. I have been too, I have my own health issues but it's a good day when I see a video from you. I've always liked the old Model T and A pickups, this is a lot of fun for me to watch. Linda and I send our best to you and your family.

[@gar7764]

This truck keeps getting better and better, love the hood and headlights. That swan is really a nice touch, I love your channel.

[@rogeryoder3680]

Genius!

[@michaeldonnelly1657]

Getting there, its gunna to be fine. I love your swan, Im glad that you are feelin better

[@garyhodder2784]

Really enjoy your videos Jonathan,they are the high point of my day when you pist them.Glad to hear your health is improving.👍👍

[@RXRSawdustStation]

Roadster Truck is looking great. But, you feeling better is even greater, Jonathan! Thanks for the video!

[@dennisgallagher1686]

Joathan glad you feel better i am always impressed by your talent

[@jerrybroyles5125]

I really like your show. You're a great instructor and not a bad gardener. Lol. I would love to see the low budget drag car finished. Glad you're feeling better. Good luck!!!!

[@tedhewitt4299]

Glad you are feeling better Jonathan. The truck is coming along well.

[@LoneRevD]

Ok, I'm sold the chrome and swan was the finishing touch! Gives it class! :) Thanks for sharing!

[@28cruzin]

Glad to know you're feeling better. Too many people think HotRods tradionally were show queens. That couldn't be farther from the truth. Growing up in LA, Cal. during the '50s I became familiar with some local hotroders in Glendale. Though they usually started with complete 20s and 30s cars they resembled what you cobble together from "junk". The theme seemed to be "shove the biggest engine you could find into any $5 or $10 car you could find". Yes, $5 or $10. I watched a running 1930 Model A change hands for $4.00. Most of those cars were hacked together by teenagers with little money. Fancy custom cars were fairly rare. My family left LA in 1959 and moved to Sacramento. Not so many HotRods in the area I lived in. Those cars from those days are what HotRodding means to me. I still want a Model A with a big Lincoln engine. I really enjoy your projects. You, my friend, are a true HotRodder. God bless and stay well. Dave

[@Dwayne7834]

Looks great thanks for sharing.

[@Darwinpasta]

Looking great! The headlights and the chrome really brought it to life. My dad's the same way with the hot weather, it makes his headaches let up somehow.

[@grandpadansfixit2080]

Always fun to watch you figure out how to make what you need from what you got!! 😁

[@davidk6271]

When I first saw that welding clamp I thought it was a hood ornament! Good work

[@markhensley9378]

Great job on the headlights and hood. Glad to hear that you're feeling better. Don't over-do it during these long hot days. Really looking forward to the next video. Thanks again for your time and effort!

[@danonino22]

Hey, Jonathan! I found your channel a few days ago. I'm currently watching your motorcycle engine builds, someone arranged a playlist, so it's easier to follow the progress. I really enjoy your creativity and problem solving. So, I'll keep on watching and then hope to get up to date in your other projects!. Greetings from Argentina!

[@nunyabizness199]

I just gotta say, I love the fact that this fella uses all of these old parts, figures out how to put them together and basicly builds a car from scratch with things that most would scrap or overlook. I have so much respect for soneone that could do that as opposed to just ordering a bunch of new stuff, and paying thousands of dollars to do so ! Johnathan brings new life to the term, "Run what you brung." Best regards !

[@johna1160]

Jonathan, glad to hear you're feeling good today and just doing whatever you feel like doing. That's the ticket! Someone commented yesterday to cut hood trim where you could mount the "Special Deluxe" portion on the cowl. Know D side is already cut between the two words, but maybe? Really like the swan hood ornament and the Plymouth headlights. I still have a J.C.Whitney "Illuminated Jester" hood ornament I bought for my '53 Jimmy p.u. in 1974. Sold the truck years ago but hung on to the Jester. He's thumbing his nose with amber plastic arm and hand which light up as well as his bulging eye balls.

[@rodneymiddleton9624]

That's freaking awesome!!!!! Leave the Special on because it is special one of a kind!!! Great work partner

[@robertwells1650]

Lights and hood look great! Love the swan and chrome on the sides of the hood. Good to hear you are feeling better. Keep on putting up those videos!

[@57Banjoman]

Glad you are feeling well, my friend!-the hood looks great!

[@toodlesg2883]

So glad to hear you are feeling better. Love the swan.

[@daviddamico4288]

Looks really nice Jonathan I like the way you think and I am glad you are feeling well again

[@steveeppley5378]

I'm glad that you are finally feeling good,and I love the way this rod looks.It truly is a Heinz 57!

[@JamesAllmond]

Stay well! Please! This project is the definition of "one man's junk is another's treasure!" Watching in amazement.

[@JamesAllmond]

Firestone 500's? Uh, you sure you want to use one of those? Depinding on just how old, may be one of the ones with the problem that almost tanked Firestone! Be careful!

[@RichieCat4223]

11:29 That swan makes the whole car complete. Nice touch. 👍👍👍