1969 Chevy Van Build #3. Upgraded Seats! New Gas Tank Install!

[@thomasdenton5204]

Try menu for your window and door rubber seal its not bad I used it yea year and so far its good thank for vidios I enjoy them and look foreword thanks again

[@kennethsonier1766]

Good morning from Cape Cod ⛵ the van is coming along nicely. The wheels look great on it and so does the seats. I like your graphic description of it being a death trap 😂 keep up the great work and the awesome videos dude ✌️🇺🇲

[@gpwx]

Check that foam tank padding , some foams quickly melt exposed to gas... And how about cutting the muffler pipe and running it out the side ... easy !!!

[@DanzigDemento]

The test ride reminds me of an out of control carnival ride.😂 I used to drive delivery vans in the 80’s and they didn’t sound too much better inside.

[@jonathanjohnson2138]

Them wheels look good!

[@resurrectionmotors2421]

Hey Lee, I was thinking that perhaps you could take the exhaust and turn it out on both sides just in front of the rear wheels . And also see if one of the wooden drink holders off one of the other van's dog houses cover Could be used. And maybe see if Dynamite or one of them people would sponsor you with some of their product or become a dealer for them. That would definitely get rid of all that tin can sound

[@Razor6On3]

I love this year van, so badass. You should do the A-Team paint scheme when it's time to paint it. With those aluminum Wheels, it would look sweet.

[@VATION3RD]

It looks a lot better with the wheels off the red El Camino. I like it 👌🏻

[@dallaslawson3033]

I like the rims and seat

[@onemannews]

Some type of red white and blue Americana paint job would look really good on that van

[@JohnWhiteII]

If your going to keep it, maybe paint it up fancy and add some Clunkers to Classics lettering down each side.

[@EarlHeintzelman]

Your wheels look good

[@kdog7617]

Good job on the seats and gas tank rims look good on the 1969 Chevy van

[@terryeustice5399]

You’re getting it there. I like the wheels on it. Just a few more details, and you’ll have it Lee. Thank you. Happy Memorial Day.🇺🇸💯👊👍

[@1971sls]

That styropgone will just dissolve if gas gets on it. I would get a saws all and cut up one of those hundreds of old tires you have in your yard to make some straps. Get some cheap c channel to make you some brackets. Plus, the rubber wouldn't wear down. I'm just saying. Keep up the great videos, Lee! Yeah, I definitely would not want to get in a head-on in that van. You'd be the first one on the scene!

[@wayneprater8960]

Wow Lee that water stream sure was weird I bet you were shocked to see that craziness. Love the seats they look comfortable compared to the factory industrial looking ones. Glad it was water spraying and not fuel.

[@llewis7324]

Those factory gas tank straps can be shorten down the road. Great job on those seats.👍

[@daniellawson9302]

I had a van exactly like this one. It had a V8 conversion but the mounting brackets weren't working. I played HELL making a bracket for the alternator. It was a real PAIN... so don't do that. The tight turning radius of this van will surprise you. Those nylon straps won't work for long, I suggest a modification of the steel straps with the nylon straps between the steel straps and the tank to prevent corrosion and wear. I also had the three on the tree and would definitely suggest either the powerglide or the Turbo 350. The turbo 350 will outlast the van with proper care, though you may have to modify the transmission mount. I'm loving this build and really like that you're moving the fuse panel to another spot behind the passenger seat. For something like that, you could use a marine fuse panel with breakers instead of fuses. Pop a breaker... and unless there's a dead short, reset it and keep rolling.

[@CW-user]

I never saw many of this type of van on the road. Now they seem to be popping up. Pudding got one and there a couple for sale on craigslist. The one on the Los Angeles craigslist is for 13 grand.

[@randyhoepker5528]

Even though you don’t need sidepipes, you don’t have to hook them up. They will still enhance the looks of the van. A lot of vanners don’t attach their exhaust to the sidepipes even if they have a V8. The seats are going to work out great and are a good upgrade. New door gaskets will quiet it down. I found them for a lot less than what you did. I mentioned the source and price in my comment on the last van video. The caulking might help some, but putting in some sound deadening mats will help a lot more. You don’t have to install the mats wall to wall like in a car. Check out Van videos on that. You can leave big gaps between each mat and the sound waves will be absorbed by the mat. Insulation will help it a lot. Don’t use foam or pink insulation. Use Reflectix to deflect heat and foam board to insulate it if you want. Check KZbin videos on installation tips. Yep, get the welder out and close up those holes in the roof. Keep the rain out. The gas tank looks like it will work great like it did in the Nomad! As far as safety, it seems like vans are involved in fewer accidents than cars. Don’t know why but maybe it’s because you set up higher and can see what’s coming at you. Vans aren’t speed demons, especially with a straight six, so you don’t go screaming down the highway in them. Keep up the good work!

[@JohnWhiteII]

I wonder about using the packing foam on the gas tank? I know if any gas comes in contact with it, it just melts....

[@ryanmiller7588]

Great choice on the seats. They should save your back on long trips

[@rayinpau.s.a.6351]

Looking real nice . Use Silicone Rubber caulking between ALL the ribs and panels inside the Van (As much as possible) . This will eliminate some of the rattling noise . Very Nice !

[@jamespn]

Those wheels on the van are growing on me. I like this project, it should get a lot of views. Any of your finished projects listed for sale?

[@jeffdickens7019]

I think that Van is gonna turn out really good when you're done. That may be an intake manifold gasket Leaking the seats look good take care

[@Lucas_Tulic]

Your pretty graphic depiction of how you would die in that van was the best piece of content I've seen in a while 'cause it was trully honest. I haven't laughed so hard in a while!!😂😂

[@nostreamavailable9090]

I'm so glad you're doing a build with this van, I'm really excited to see how it turns out, I'm hoping it will be a bit like the nomad build 🙏🏻

[@joelowery7300]

Maybe not as long. That was a lot of work. I do hope he has some fun with the paint job. Scallops would be awesome on there. Too big for one color anyway.

[@nostreamavailable9090]

@@joelowery7300 id like to see it two toned , in a similar way to how they do VW's

[@ClassicRideSociety]

im using ratchet straps as well on my 66 buick wagon with a 96 caprice wagon fuel tank

[@MikeyMack303]

The van is coming along nicely!

[@thomasdenton5204]

The wheel are good they looked good on every car you put them on thank Lee for your vidios

[@michaelscarberry1921]

Love this VAN and your vision to keep the original motor just make it look meaner. And I love the seats awesome, JOB!!!

[@BudFranks-fu9ye]

That's a sharp van. Gonna make a good one👍💯

[@NIVO1972]

i could see some sound deadening or foam cell on the walls, finished in by some real nice stained wood sheets. Would look nice and shut alot of that noise down. Its coming along! thanks for sharing. definitely needs some orange shag carpeting too

[@Bsgotgame]

Awesome 😎

[@shake9574]

Maybe put those wheels and tires up for trade for something that might look more fitting. It’s a cool van. Movie production rental material possibly as long as you can keep it all looking near the same time period

[@VATION3RD]

POR-15 also has white

[@robylynch330]

Why not shorten the factory straps?

[@Robrt32]

You see that rusty looking van pudding dragged home. It matches that rusty ass station wagon. Lol. Already trying to figure out how to slam it down on airbags. That shit is crazy.

[@vintagedrumrestorationgara91]

Too bad the name " Half ass customs" is already taken because this channel is truly totally half ass!

[@clunkersandclassics]

I saw. I'll never understand how anyone likes the rusty and sacked out look.

[@Doug2114]

I agree with the rust and lowering everything. I do like the fact the young man is actually building cars, not the will it run crap all the time. You see the vehicle once and never see it again.

[@greasedmonkey7571]

Crager ss or Keystone rims would be killer on here. Give it some thought👍....chevy also has split exhaust manifolds for 6 cylinders for dual exhaust. For barrel intakes also. They sound great if you can find one

[@kevinhickman6368]

Hay Lee just I thought I had I figured I would share with you,what if a man took them roof screws out one at a time and put a little sealer of some sort in the screw hole then popped stainless steel rivets in the place of each screw? Like I said just my thoughts,wonted to share though it may be easier idk??? Looking good man keep up the good work!!

[@raymiehershey1430]

Try that yellow expanding foam in one brace, see if that works.

[@wilenelson1810]

Id keep the drive train stock

[@jefferywarburton2116]

I am trying to understand the funny angles on that exhaust system. Was they selling it by the inch?

[@joelowery7300]

You really aren't so excited about the Camero huh? You can hear it in your voice.

[@clunkersandclassics]

I'm about to paint it

[@pwthomas757]

👍👍👍

[@joelowery7300]

I know you haven't talked about color yet but it's too big for just one. Two tone or graphics if you want to spice it up. It's a lot of canvas.

[@tc6580]

Lee, with your fabrication skills you can do better with the gas tank install.

[@tracywalters5606]

Roadster chassis has a chassis for them vans it's cool

[@nickenglezos687]

There's stick on insulation that would quiet the noise.peace...

[@iainbruce2758]

You have lots of space to 90 the exhaust in front of the driver's rear tire.

[@scotttravels517]

The van I see is older but cab over it might be a Corvair van

[@RichL8223]

The seats are a nice touch, that gas tank strap foam ratchet strap jerry rig has to go, I know that’s not up to even clunkers and classics standards.

[@scotttravels517]

The van gives me stealing Harvard vibes Tom green drove a green cab over van in the movie

[@GabrielGiron-g5o]

I just saw a 1969 chevy van just like your all white with no windows on yutube at a van n car show at a park in southern calif so please do not put windows on it keep it all original n its worth more all original 🇺🇲northern calif

[@zaphoidbeeblebrox1809]

Paint it Satin Orange with Black trim

[@MichaelSmith-wb1es]

HeyLee, Do you use the POR 15 degreaser, metal prep and top coat as well?

[@clunkersandclassics]

no

[@gerry-p9x]

Uhh might want to CHEK if exhaust gas. Gets sucked into cab.....never know

[@Tony-c8g]

Just put rivet's in the screw holes lee ? 🤔

[@georgealaniz6751]

Why don’t you use some spray foam where it’s possible and caulking where you can’t put foam

[@jct300m]

Tank fill into interior not a great idea...(Fumes) & the white foam on straps to the tank...there going to melt & disintergrate.......FYI..

[@bowtiebum82]

I'm sure your not leaving the gas tank like that

[@abrdds]

How long will the ratchet straps last with the gas tank?? Styrofoam will dissolve in gas fumes… 😱

[@nostreamavailable9090]

Rather than buy tubes of seam sealer, would it be more cost effective to buy large cans of brush on seam sealer?

[@Doug2114]

I really like Eastwood's brush on seem sealer.

[@nostreamavailable9090]

@@Doug2114 Eastwood do some fantastic stuff don't they

[@williamdavis4511]

✌️😎

[@davidlaramore1359]

👍👍💯🔥

[@tonyscarbrough]

You do know that gasoline melts Styrofoam and essentially turns it into napalm.

[@gorrowler]

Pretty sure everything he’s doing in this vid is relatively temporary

[@adriennefoley2906]

If Lee says it’s “Junk” it really is junk ….😂

[@adamduchesne]

I would be scared that foam doesn't hold up/loses it's memory and gives way .leaving that tank dangerously swinging around .

[@clunkersandclassics]

The ratchet straps are holding it in place, it's not going anywhere.

[@adamduchesne]

Just thinking of longevity. You know?, after you yourself, bringing up. what a death trap/Mangler the van already is . But, what do I know .

[@phillipbremer7715]

My old man loved his dog she was first girl and last dog had two boys but she was runner and she loved going out every where we had her certificate and tagged she could go anywhere hardware grocery stores had few other dogs it’s not the breed it how their training was skills taught them dogs only good as owner had few dogs were not very good they had lots bad habits and takes time for them to learn new ones

[@phillipbremer7715]

I believe animals and humans and machines can tell stories talk just how they talk way they act they know I believe vehicles have spirits and animals souls are connected to have beliefs is matters lot vehicles have names respond to voice and touch

[@larrywalls8842]

Why don't you ever show any of the work being done? For all we know someone else is doing it

[@matthewbegin3462]

Lol, yeah no one else is doing the work.

[@sbc383zz]

Ask your mom, she's over there a lot.

[@larrywalls8842]

​@@sbc383zzmy moms with your dad and your mom likes to watch😂