1963 Chevy Impala Resurrection! Pt.4 It Finally RUNS!

[@timothyballinger6280]

Wow the manual is what would be the reason I would want it. Nowadays people don't know how to drive a stick shift. I love the car. You guys did a great job 👍👍👍

[@robertriddle7905]

Hey guys don't worry about all of the negative comments they couldn't do anything better if they could they would have a shop I think you are doing the best that can be done just keep going it will all come together thanks for the show very entertaining thank

[@MrGixxer1300r]

@Robert Riddle: My garage is smaller with less parts and tool, and I do better work. It is knowledge that is missing here. I got it they don't.

[@matthewstoyanovich3135]

Nice job guys. I love watching what you can do with these cars.

[@danielgonzalez9426]

First time watching. You guys are great 👍

[@joehall4569]

I'm 66 with 2 bad knee's, I still like bangin gear,s

[@beatglauser9444]

I am over sixty years old as well. Both my 63 Chevies are manual cars. In heavy stop and go traffic as we experience here in Europe an automatic tranny is useful though. Lately I bought daily hoopties that are not manual.

[@BrettRSutherland]

I'm about to turn 77 next month and I still prefer banging gears too.

[@troyfingers8479]

Keep doing what you guys do !, cause I'm loving it my brothers.

[@50bitt]

My uncle bought a brand new 63 impala. I remember seeing it on the first day he drove it home, was our neighbor. 2 doors auto black in color . Had a 6 cylinder, power steering. Beautiful car .

[@timothyballinger6280]

I read one of your comments where someone said your pistons was upside down. Don't sound like that's the case. Sounds awesome fellas 👍

[@63BelairRacecar]

I have a 63 Belair with a built 327. It runs with a turbo 400 transmission that's upgraded with a shift kit. It has a floor shifter cut in ( B and M pro). I would like to change column and get power steering. Auto sounds like a good move for my age, my son would want the 4 speed....

[@garybell799]

That's A Factory1963 Impala Radiator, I have a 1963 Impala SS since I was 15, bought it in 1979, 327, 4speed, it still has the original Radiator in it, the factory Alternator was on the driver's side, the one yall got has newer heads probably 350, and those motors come with Alternator on passenger side!

[@resurrectionauto5714]

Ya know what, I never thought about that! Totally forgot most of the earlier stuff had the alt on the driver side!

[@Ryan67rs]

The difference in starters is for size of flywheel 153 or 168 tooth. Than there's the real early one that bolts to the bellhousing.

[@Schmitty71]

Old starter may have been ok....if the firing order is off, the engine will fight itself while cranking. Regardless, you got it running! Congrats!!

[@resurrectionauto5714]

Even with the ignition off that starter hardly turned it over😬 thanks for watching!

[@leeboling3510]

Radiator is normal Alternator originally went on the driver side mounted on exhaust manifold. water neck was pointing forward you can find original picture on youtube.

[@OldCarAlley]

Radiator looks correct.... it's the wrong thermostat housing. The correct housing may not work because of where the alternator is. You can use a later 60's radiator with the inlet on the other side, of get the correct alternator bracket for a 63.... it mounts to the left exhaust manifold. Just look at some engine compartment photo of cars of that era. Sounds good. Enjoyed!

[@johngatten2925]

30 years ago I was 300 dollars shy when neighbor sold it it was a 63 too man I'd love that car

[@brian64ss55]

Hey guys, well done. Please don't lift that car on a two-post lift by the floors or rocker panels. If you do, the entire chassis and drive train are being suspended by 10 bolts, 6 of which are in the back, 2 at the firewall and 2 at the radiator support. If it has rusted rear body mounts like most of our Wisconsin cars do, that's asking a lot of the mounts that are left in front. I don't have a two-post lift but I've read that these x-frame cars need extensions for a typical two-post lift to reach the frame. Keep up the good work.

[@resurrectionauto5714]

Lift is on the frame, would never lift a body on frame vehicle by rocker panels! Thanks for watching!

[@brian64ss55]

@@resurrectionauto5714 Awesome! Glad I was wrong. Keep up the good work.

[@louielouie6875]

Looks like the correct radiator but wrong water neck on intake

[@jeffpatton6719]

I agree, I think it’s the correct radiator

[@josealfredocuevas]

That motor sounds great you guys sounds really nice once you get everything going I know it's going to sound good but you said you're flipping it out to a 350 which is also nice can't wait to see it and hear it👍🏼

[@resurrectionauto5714]

Not switching the motor, switching the trans out from the 4 spd to a TH350 automatic, leaving the 383 in it! 🤘🏻

[@stephenandloriyoung5716]

@@resurrectionauto5714 Consider the overdrive automatics instead - 2004R and 700R4. Hardly any more work for significant highway advantages - relaxed cruising and fuel economy. The wiring for them is no big deal, simple enough that I was able to do it for my 53 Pontiac. I've found a good source of information for parts interchangeability is the Rock Auto online catalog. I call it the RA Encyclopedia.

[@davidwaskiewicz3289]

Firing order, always just follow the vacuum advance diaphragm in is the rotation , befit pulls against rotation 👍🏻

[@josephtorres383]

My engine builder told me to use a starter for 1999 Tahoe with a 400 sbc they are high torque mini starters it fit on my 383 stroker.

[@jeffpatton6719]

1965 Chevrolet full size car with small block could have the upper radiator connection on the passenger side. I’ve had 2 and both were passenger side

[@lindaswitzer5274]

Since this is a early small block these heads are aftermarket with center bolt valve covers.

[@lindaswitzer5274]

Sides are determined by sitting in the drivers seat so the passenger side is the right side. Just an FYI for viewers that may not know.

[@oliverpetroski4205]

Imagine her painted black with old style wheels...

[@timothyballinger6280]

One more thing, break in that cam! I'm sure you fellas already know that but... again awesome video

[@resurrectionauto5714]

Yes we know haha, just wanted to make sure it would run first, now on to hooking up cooling system and a proper fuel system. Then can break it in!

[@timothyballinger6280]

@@resurrectionauto5714 Awesome! Looking forward to watching. Its going to be a nice car. I would every day it.

[@darrellroeters4951]

Good job starting, back from the dead.

[@philipmetzner7243]

straight starter pattern is for 153 tooth flywheel staggered is for 168 tooth

[@jughead623]

I don't know what broke on your starter but the motor was starters had a steel nose on them. And them new ones have aluminum are pop metal or whatever they're made out of you might have to get one with a steel nose cone on it

[@dansimmons1964]

Nuglutz are important! Nice work on the engine!

[@williambault2469]

cool man !

[@markhensley1589]

59 thru 64 rads filled in center of top tank, inlet bottom right, return top left. X frame uses 2 piece driveshaft. When changing from powerglide to th350, the front shaft must be shortened. If the existing rearend is good, and it is from a V8 car, I'd leave it in because it's a mutha on a rusty swingarm system to modify. So, get motor and trans set where you want it, then measure for what driveshaft you need. But IF it was originally a 6 cyl 3 speed, that rearend gearing will not only be weak but too low geared. Is that a power steering and brake car? If not it probably began life as a 6pop 3 on the tree.

[@adamforman9264]

Right on !!!!!! Right on !!!!!!! 😎🍕✌

[@kennethhughes3163]

a 63 altanator is on the drivers side

[@kennethhughes3163]

the out let is on the right side of radeator.

[@mikelucas2444]

327 and 350 share same block same bore size different stroke.

[@ballisticpowerglides1779]

I'm needing aluminum powerglides. Without the cooling holes preferably but will buy any cores.

[@beatglauser9444]

My 63 Belair has this radiator: Those were put in 6 cylinder cars.

[@MrGixxer1300r]

I will second this comment. It's a 6 cylinder rad. just get a v8 rad

[@1982MCI]

@@MrGixxer1300r it will probably work fine during the next couple months if they needed to use it till they find the V8 one to get it up and running and driving. But once the weather starts warming up they better get it swapped, lol

[@thomasparker5208]

Every Chevy small block "came out of a Corvette" guys. Didn't you know?

[@1982MCI]

I have heard that so many times in my 45 years of working on these things that it’s gotta be true, especially if your hearing the same thing!! Lol 😂

[@michaellamontagne2470]

PLEASE Leave the 4 speed in it I’m BEGGING you. Also yes I can afford a car. 😁

[@1982MCI]

I agree Michael!! I think it’s a huge mistake to swap it. If it’s done correctly and not hacked then it’s just as good as a factory install plus they’ve already got the 4spd console some I’m not sure why they have the idea that it doesn’t look right or good or however he phrased it and I’m not sure where they are at to find that more guys prefer the automatics cause everyone in our car groups are like me and want to bang gears. I’m 55, and there’s nothing better then a manual, especially In this car!!! Oh well, it’s their decision and l will respect that but it hurts my heart bad and is sad!!! There is a huge number of us older hot rodders around yet that are looking for the manual transmission and can afford it But hey guys, you do what you want and what you think is best for your business guys but I’m just really surprised by this decision but it’s all Gouda. Take care guys and be safe out there!

[@dopeynightlifetv6859]

5:31 SHE'S ALIVEEEEEEE!!!!!! 🤙💪

[@mowmanjones3353]

once you had your glass's on, I knew it would run

[@resurrectionauto5714]

Don’t be fooled, they don’t make me any smarter😂

[@stephenandloriyoung5716]

@@resurrectionauto5714 Mine, either. Even stronger prescription lenses don't seem to help.

[@andydiaz7296]

If it’s factory 4 speed it will always be worth more money. Manual starters are different from automatic.

[@1982MCI]

It’s an original automatic car tho so it’s really not gonna hurt the value at all to take the manual out. It will be more appealing then to some and less appealing to others , that’s bout the only difference on this one. If it was a factory 4spd car then they wouldn’t be hearing the end of it but it’s only gonna help it in this case

[@duanewhite3184]

It's no doubt a 300 horse 327 small block Chevy early 60s and it's just a little bit out of time and your gauges go under the dash not under the hood or on it turn your coil Mount the other way so your coil points toward the firewall not the carburetor buy a water neck that spits out the front instead of the side I believe the timing is like 160 or 180 out half a turn on the distributor redo your timing that's why it's shooting a flame out not just because it's a dragon wagon

[@ronclaman156]

It not a 300 horse 327 newer heads that are drilled and tapped are 1968 and newer .. which 68 and 69 are large journal crankshaft 275hp 1969 was last year of the 327

[@lindaswitzer5274]

Back fire is usually? What? TIMING! 👍. If Hollies still have power valves then you may need a new one to get the carb to operate?

[@lindaswitzer5274]

Timing and starter gear to ring gear gap setting WILL save you!

[@Tom-wq2mz]

Pontiac is Counter clockwise. G.M. Clockwise

[@guest9136]

5:34 you have some arch bolts jumping on your alternator

[@rickbandy3862]

Bullcrap! I'm 67 and I love driving a 4-speed.....

[@kgooch69]

I'm not exactly a sbc guru...but I think most modern blocks are drilled for both starter bolt patterns...which 1 you use corresponds with what size flywheel/flexplate you have. Shouldn't you have gone through a cam break in there ? I was under the impression it was a new motor.

[@jontrudell7529]

I find it Much Faster & Easier to Flip automatic Vehicles in my area also. Car makers Stopped producing stick shifts for the same reason, not enough people buy them these days.

[@resurrectionauto5714]

Much agreed! Even though I love manuals!

[@MrsSunshine75]

Go back and look at vid #2, it’s a good thing it has a small cam because the pistons are not in correct, the valve reliefs are not in the correct location, meaning the pistons are in 180° off.

[@resurrectionauto5714]

Yes I know, great catch though!

[@Schmitty71]

Back in the day, they used to build "claimer" engines that way ( lose the race, lose your motor). Since the pistons are not "round", it gives a slight boost in cylinder pressure, but won't last long. If I remember correctly....never tried it, just heard stories.

[@каплун-з2м]

👍👍👍

[@OdySlim]

I want the car but with the 4-speed

[@suewatson1912]

You are completely wrong about the 4 speed. The guys that can afford classic muscle cars will pay all the money for a 4 speed. If you go to car shows you will notice all the guys have white hair. They are reliving their youth. They have money and know the value of a muscle car classic with a 4 speed.

[@79tazman]

If that's a flat tappet cam you have in that your supposed to break them in at over 2000 rpm for 20 to 25 minutes if not you will destroy the cam and lifters

[@resurrectionauto5714]

I’ve built tons of engines and a little 20 second run isn’t going to cause the cam and lifters to be destroyed. Thanks for the input

[@adamforman9264]

Looks like a ford radiator

[@billywhite3020]

63 64 62 chevy imp have 2 pice drive shift guy if I remember right

[@mowmanjones3353]

yes they did had a 63 when i was 16

[@resurrectionauto5714]

I’ll be on the search for one out at our local classic car junk yard!

[@onlyjesusisoursaviorgscast2800]

I’m still wanting to find out how to get with you on maybe purchasing the 63 impala

[@resurrectionauto5714]

715-418-0230 or 715-205-3023

[@79tazman]

4 spd cars are hard to sell? That's the first time hearing that. Most want a 4 spd in a classic car not a automatic but whatever.

[@resurrectionauto5714]

From our experience autos are more profitable. May not be the case in your area but around here that’s how it is

[@michaelcarson6744]

Put a hei in it and be done you've got timing problems you will blow power valves out of a Holley

[@russellwells7986]

with all that junk in the lifter valley there had to be some get down in the oil pan ,did not see you pull pan and clean out, just wondering

[@resurrectionauto5714]

Engine was flushed multiple times and a camera was stuck into it to see, she’s squeaky clean.

[@BrettRSutherland]

700 R 4 or 200 4 R ..... OD is much better .... but give me a 4 or 5 speed manual every day !!

[@gotta56forme]

going to be any more vids on this one? I've been checking back, hoping to see a test drive

[@resurrectionauto5714]

Yes there will be, still trying to find a driveshaft for it! Stay tuned and thanks for watching!

[@raysteffens6326]

Can you say "timing light"!

[@bobepema355]

If motor hasn't been broke in yet you need to run at 2000 rpm for a while to get the rings to seet

[@Peter-hg5qd]

You have to break in the cam properly

[@johnelliott7375]

Do you still have the Chevy manual transmissions?

[@leeboling3510]

Check out BulletmotorsportsInc youtube video for great under hood shots

[@DeathRowCrushing.]

Just listen to that motor...

[@leeboling3510]

Frame-Off Restored 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS [4k] | REVIEW SERIES

[@adamforman9264]

Was it a 6cycl car at one time, cause I think you need power brakes

[@piratescovegarage8269]

If you take the 4speed out I'm interested in it

[@markhensley1589]

Put a front brace on that starter or it will break too.

[@adamforman9264]

Car& truck starters,ahhahahheeeheh

[@jamesmcwhinney1816]

Find some one with a 55 that needs a rad.

[@tomcarnahan6341]

Don't forget you will have 3..gerrs not too speed set the timeing a gien

[@jaya.0069]

Gears, Two, timing, again!

[@dannymurphy5644]

What do you want for the car $$$

[@ernielaurent671]

No power steering or power brakes. Is that an SS?

[@1982MCI]

No, it’s not a real SS, the previous owner was doing a clone

[@brucegillespie3206]

The altranator is on the wrong side

[@cavemanbricklayer4008]

So uh!!!!.....yeah

[@michaelandcarolblackburn103]

What happened to all those junkyard chevy cars you guys bought awhile back?

[@resurrectionauto5714]

Still working on getting more out, guy who we are getting everything wants to pull them out himself and it’s been a long wait haha but hopefully by spring we will have more!

[@martydegier9279]

80's rad my guess..

[@jrsgarage7623]

How much for thw 63? I have a title for a sport coupe and a.4.dr. I would trade.you.one of my rides.for.it.

[@jrsgarage7623]

I have a 55 chevy pickup a.69.elcamino 58 apache 57 d200 and.a 78 corvette

[@russellwinterlee6138]

Wired like a Pontiac oops 😆

[@jughead623]

I'll give you a little information if you're going to put an automatic 350 in it get you a Vega 4-cylinder torque converter put it in the automatic that's your cheap man stalled converter

[@kevinhorning3624]

i lost many an eyebrow from carb spits.

[@ronbritton7450]

How much for that posi rear end?

[@resurrectionauto5714]

$500

[@bengone3349]

Test starting is not smart as you have done. You basically have wiped off all the break-in lub from the cam. You guys are really at the learning stage by making so many mistakes, but at least you are learning.

[@resurrectionauto5714]

Really not worried about it, I’ve built quite a few motors and have had to do things like this before with no issues, and if it gives me issues it just give me an excuse to go into it and build it how I like!😂🤘🏻 no it’s not recommended but she’ll be ok. Thanks for watching!

[@onlyjesusisoursaviorgscast2800]

No don’t the 4sp keep it with the car

[@lindaswitzer5274]

TIMMMIIINNNGGG. Not starter. Wasted money by being ignorant, not stupid, about the engine you are working on. When you experience dragging like you had, I most cases it is timing. Go back and check compression on no 1 , check rotor position, install cap, make very small movements to distributor while cranking. Don’t burn a starter up. I like your format and you definitely teach what not to do. One thing I didn’t see was priming the oil pump prior to starting this engine that had who knows what in it. Maybe I missed that and an oil change.

[@jakespottedhorse]

Firing order 18436572

[@ahxxx68]

mopar radiator

[@onlyjesusisoursaviorgscast2800]

If the valve Reliefs on the piston are wrong then the motor needs to come back apart anyway I’ll review the video 2 that’s what someone is saying anyway in the chat

[@resurrectionauto5714]

They were put on backwards, I’ve talked with a few guys on this issue as well and they said as long as the valves arnt touching pistons then it won’t hurt anything. If I get a wild hair up my butt I’ll tear it down and switch them around.