ABANDONED King Cobra Mustang - WILL IT RUN and Drive After 26 Years?

This 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra was left to rot in a barn for 26 years until we pulled it out and breathed new life into it!
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[@JunkyardDigs]

My God it's like the C10hhh All over again. I know exactly how much you suffered for this one! 😂

[@kennynelson2269]

Cant wait for another jyd video man.. one of the best on KZbin buddy

[@gergelyvajay8560]

More like the station wagon, for oil slinging. That lived, this will too, oil pressure is so overrated.

[@chase-1970]

What year ? We got a 70 c10

[@ChipW]

Why are you not a channel member? I thought you two were friends 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@GearGrindSwag]

lol

[@COOPERS_COACH_WORKS]

Jess is as natural on camera as JD! Putting together quite the crew. Despite the oil leak the mustang looks fun to drive.

[@donnysouthwell8104]

Except when he’s trying to be funny, just work on the car

[@eriklarson9137]

Just needs K swapped with a sequential.

[@JustinAus93]

You are the first channel i have ever donated too because your content is just so geniune and hilarious that it truly deserves it. Everytime you put up a video it makes my day. Thanks for all you do Dalton i hope you never stop!

[@tostyjoost]

you're amazing. world still runs because of good folks like this.

[@battlefieldP4Fbeta]

Came here trough JYD, couldn't agree more with ya bud. Btw I heard these superchats or however theyre called are really scammy towards the authors nowadays.. *sigh* I'd go for Patreon support but im mad broke too so.. watch time support it is eh! o7

[@allenrussell6135]

Im glad your vid popped up in my recommended feed today. Youve more than earned my sub. Ive always had a soft spot for older stangs. Great work, i know exactly what you went through. I miss having a project car. As a side note, your family is perfect. Everyone willing to help out. Not once did you scream about "hold the damn flashlight still".

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Oh I've hollered about flashlights a few times though, THE LIGHT IS THE WRONG PLACE! 😂

[@guyazbell7844]

Zsaw d3 d3 ww2 ww2

[@Sambae]

JD is going to take over this channel before you know. He is slowly becoming a master ❤

[@jstevens2127]

Thanks for keeping it real Dalton! Jessie has a sweet little Cobra that she’ll enjoy and treasure. You don’t have to try and be anything but yourself, it’s why a lot of us are here watching!

[@tatertrefz4886]

he is a big joke kevin and mook are way better always will be

[@kylefitzherbert9381]

​@@tatertrefz4886dude basically quotes vgg in every other video.

[@KubeKubeKubeKubeKube]

@@tatertrefz4886lmao where is this competition coming from they’re both good KZbinrs I don’t see the need to compare them

[@tatertrefz4886]

@@kylefitzherbert9381 opinions vary dude Kevin and mook are way better than pbg

[@kylefitzherbert9381]

@@tatertrefz4886 im agreeing with you lol

[@Maynard93]

I love how you teach your son. I remember being that age with my step dad and not really trying to gather all the info. But I followed in his footsteps, went to community college for automotive, and now we both still teach each other things in the shop. Appreciate you PBG! Just recently found your channel

[@MattChts]

From one MO to another awesome to watch your late Grandfathers guidance and insights in your builds and wit!! Keep up on your rambles and I hope these messages keep you motivated!! Dalton Jess and JD ❤

[@ShawnR718]

Also JD has been doing an awesome job the last few videos

[@libertysgarage8411]

Very awesome vid! Jess is a natural. You, Jess and JD make a great team. Loving the content!

[@mortimersnerd9991]

Love the II. Just a thought - The car was already old when it was 10 years old. Then it ran until it was 22 years old. After another 23 years of sitting, you drive it at 3500 RPM for a couple hundred miles on the highway. All I have to say is: You are a brave man. I have to see more of this. Subscribed!

[@jamesbmx8868]

I know absolutely nothing about cars and never been a “car guy” so never watched videos like this, but your comedy mixed with your whole family dynamic actually keeps me watching. You sir made someone that has no idea what’s going on a fan, and definitely gonna be watching more and throwing on notifications for more in the future.

[@mikkry7525]

Jess is an awesome addition to the team!! I'm excited to see the dynamic grow!

[@xnakxx]

The three of you make a great team. Keep them coming my man.

[@bob__cullen]

really love the content, I love seeing videos of older cars being repaired and back on the road. This is inspiring me to get back onto my 63 chevy suburban restoration project. Keep up the good work!!

[@edwardgrossman-qm8kw]

This is GMONEY wish I could find a 1973 gran am ponicac help please 😢

[@edwardgrossman-qm8kw]

Don't matter if it needs a little work 😅

[@kurtb3606]

My first car back in 1983 was a 74' Mustang II, this video brings back memories. Great Video!

[@alanjwoodward8000]

"Dalton: Call 911!! Jess: What's the number?" That had me in stitches. Excellent video. Looking forward to more land yachts.

[@Tacritania]

"My wages!" had me in stitches. More Jess on the channel, please :D

[@jesswhomakesstuff]

Lol I get paid in arcade tokens and oddly adhesive pennies 😂 might get a raise of that sweet air freshener if I keep up the good work hahaha

[@michaelhance1127]

i think this has to be one of if not my fav's when it comes to rebuilds. mustang 2 where so unappreciated and I've always had a soft spot for them! add that to the family dynamic you guys have working together just way fun to watch hope to see more on this car!

[@mosconi0359]

Your wife is a "keeper" dude, the way she jumps in and helps out and cleaned out that engine bay was "next level." Can't hardly find a gal who is willing to get her hands dirty anymore. Score.

[@Martsims9]

I was just about to comment about that and say OMG you found the unicorn! Not only did she help but she actually cleaned the interior in freezing cold! Eff youtube, CLONE HER you'll make $$$$$$$$$$$$.

[@Bimmerguy88]

She is one in a million! AND she can drive stick shift?!?! I love her too! What a doll :) don’t EVER let go of her ❤❤

[@mosconi0359]

Totally uncalled for dude!

[@DJRoyalEdo]

It’s tv Billy. They are in it for the youtube $, nobody knows who these people are behind closed doors.

[@jamesroets800]

It's great having Jess and JD on your crew. Love the content as well. You guys are all entertainment and professionalism. Love it.

[@forsakenace9577]

At what point of the video was professionalism? Notice not a single torque wrench was used

[@tylermaguire616]

@@forsakenace9577 lol flywheel bolts :D and trust this is way more professional than i work XD

[@nmen0]

I didnt plan on staying up until midnight but I guess I am 😅

[@That70sChannel]

Same

[@jaredhawkes5355]

Same for me to

[@brandonstaab1254]

I've watched your channel and junkyarddigs as well one thing yall can make up is a chain breaker like get a bar weld a long heavy duty chain to and a way you can tighten the chain in place after wrapping it around the crank instead of having to struggle with a breaker bar would making breaking engines free alittle more easier. Keep up the great work, yall. I've learned a lot about classics, which I'm obsessed with kinda my hobby on my days off.

[@MattMunro74]

Hey Dalton and co, I absolutely love your content. The way you turn do what you do is awesome. I've told plenty people about your channel, hopefully I have converted them to the way of the Pole Barn. Hey just a thought, that Mustang Cobra would look amazing in the colours of the Australian XC Falcon Cobra. Theyre blue and white (tractor paint works) plus they've got cobra decals. Look forward to seeing your future content

[@shitrider4987]

What I don't get is how small this channel still is... With this much effort every time🤯🤯🤯 The guy voluntarily shortens his life for us. It's mind bottling! Great Content Dalton - keep going!!!!

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks! I agree, you should tell everyone you know 👀👀

[@Mike_and_Life]

"bottling"?

[@andrethomas7096]

You read that right....@@Mike_and_Life

[@MrTurnone]

@@Mike_and_Life Look up Blades of Glory

[@TheBuddyandlilly]

He'll you auta get 50 k for that hold my beer

[@ScottBryant-wi7gb]

I look forward to the low budget rebuilds. Thanks for sharing. JD is really coming along on skills and camera work. In 86, in high school, I had a 72 Nova, a friend had a 69 Mustang, and our other friend had a black Mustang Cobra. It was hard to keep up with that little light car on the back roads.

[@jeffbousquet6823]

I’ve been using Castro Super clean for 30 years and had never thought to clean bearings with it. So simple yet brilliant. Thanks

[@MindsEyeVisualGuitarMethods]

Thanks for creating this content it gives me the ambition to complete the second half of my own similar will-it-run video... I pulled my own white 1978 Sunbird Formula, out of its 10-year corner barn parking spot, and V8 swapped a nearly identical formula Sunbird that I couldn't save. Its amazing how many similarities their are with the Fomoco IIs and the GM H body cars.

[@NZSAS666]

I've been waiting for this one thankyou Dalton for all the effort you put into your videos, every one I watch as soon as it drops and I learn so much from them, appreciate you from New Zealand my guy ❤

[@gustiwidyanta5492]

I have been waiting for the magic words.. "Welcome Back To Pole Barn Garage!"

[@lauriea2971]

Man oh man what a great found u find. My favourite mustage/muscle car in the world. I love this car since I was around 11 years old now I’m turning 54. Plus u just get to love a woman that knows her around a vehicle. Lots of love from Canada 🇨🇦🏎️

[@2003cobramustang]

glad to see you save the king cobra 2!! and good thing you had the other one. surprised how good shape it is for sitting for so long. thanks for saving this mustang!

[@up-n-runnin377]

That's a cool car, Dalton. Back in about 1982, the Ford dealer took a red King Cobra in on trade. It looked like it just came off the showroom floor, extremely nice. It had t-tops and a 4 speed. I got to drive it for a while and had a lot of fun in it. Good times.

[@ericwinton2431]

As always I enjoy your positive input on your videos. Jess adds the extra touch as much as Mook adds to Junkyards content. Even JD due seems to enjoy working with her. I think you all are building a great team!

[@alanh1406]

Agree 100 percent.

[@theoracleprodigy]

Had one of these as my first car. It wasn't a king cobra but a mustang II. Had some fun in it and it had issues. Your video took me back for sure. Those aftermarket valve covers were an issue for me too.

[@dilemma2803]

love your work environment and assistants, good clean drama free production

[@TazR6]

It was well worth waiting for this video. Resurrecting such a cool, iconic car is a good thing in anybody's book. The Mustang II never got much love, but the King Cobra was awesome. It is a shame so few were made (under 4000, if memory serves), but it also makes them a bit more special. There was a blue with red accents, one in my old neighborhood that always got my attention as a kid when I saw it. My Mom had a 79 Fox Body Cobra with the 2.3 Turbo. It was a bit of a gutless, damp squid, but it looked cool and had a TURBO. It spooled up nicely, and my Dad added water injection to control its propensity to ping on boost. It only ever drank Gasohol from a local Mohawk fuel station, which made it much better than regular pump fuel. I am really looking forward to the next installment of your King Cobra. Are you just going to paint, or will it be treated to a complete decal kit? The white and Blue look spectacular. Well done Jesse and JD for all their input too. You all seem very much in sync, and it makes for great content. Best, Neil :-)

[@Tea-oc3gh]

I love the addition of jess into the channel! Great video as always!

[@pearlguy6351]

Very nice man I have a 72 Gran Torino myself owned for 13 years now it’s been down half that time just resurrected her 2 months ago after sitting for 2 years now back in the road finally feels good to drive these old cars out on the road

[@nbowling10trio]

I had one these for one of my first cars. Cobra2. I like them with the V8 and air shocks, jacked up in back with big fat tires. I had mine like that and haven't seen many like it. Good luck with yours

[@dragon2knight]

Nice! I've never seen one of these before, this is a decent shape to boot....minus the motor of course. I love watching you and Jess and JD working together, you make an awesome team ❤

[@erikhedin1454]

Highlight of the week! Thank you, got a gallon of fresh coffee ready and now i'm gonna lean back, watch the video and pretend the rainiest day in Stockholm isn't real outside my window.

[@Tea-oc3gh]

Similar in the UK, at winter, it just rains and does not even snow 🥲

[@tommdschohns8718]

Same here in germany. It is Scheißwetter.

[@jesswhomakesstuff]

A gallon of coffee?! Man now you're talking my language!

[@americanrambler4972]

Looks like you left off the “Pinto go Boom! Shield when you put the new gas tank in the Mustang Cobra. Now your no longer NHTSA recall compliant. (The KA-Boom shield is that shield that went between the gas tank and rear differential.) Keeps the rear differential from punching a hole in the tank and sparking a fire of passion erupting with an encounter between the Mustang and an old Ford Probe.

[@Elevated618]

I really appreciate that you put the entire build in one vid SUBSCRIBER 4life I love this vid

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks!

[@subymtdan6137]

The addition of Jesse to your channel is a good plus. It's always a good thing to have a different opinion from someone who thinks completely different. And I bet you're probably a little happier also.

[@chemicaljonez]

Dalton, you did real well there. JD is a good young fella, and Jess seems just right for you both, and pretty easy on the eye too. Always a bonus haha. Good to see you all doing so well together. Long may it last!

[@danielweith1075]

Jess, you are golden and a natural on camera, and not afraid to use power tools!

[@vlaramconnamory]

Now here is education 105.

[@IamJoeTV]

Love this dream team!! Much love to You, Jess and JD. Keep up the wicked content!!

[@w.s.m9474]

An hour and a half of PBG ??? I'm fired up! Also, I know the Mustang 2 is shunned, but I still think they're not the worst looking car ever made 🤔

[@ChrisWijtmans]

I think a push bar on it will make it look like a beast.

[@Ertain1]

This is some great editing, Dalton. Keep up the good work.

[@strangersgt5632]

I drove one of these in high school back in the 90s, but mine was a 76 and really pissed out lol. It was the weird Mach II version with the chin spoiler, deck spoiler and a 2.8 V6 under the hood. Fun fact, the V6 was only like 5 horsepower shy of the V8 but lighter. Thanks for the video man, brings back memories!

[@gerf1023]

40+ years ago I had a buddy with a Mustang II. 4 cylinders under the hood. Absolute gutless wonder. 😂Step on the gas and you might pass oncoming traffic. lol Anyway, good show, enjoyed the rebuild of the King Cobra. 👍

[@robs2747]

We need to start a fundraiser or go fund me campaign to get Dalton a new barn roof!

[@tomrowe7534]

I bet he’d buy more vehicles with the dough

[@xavierhulbert5849]

1:28:46 I love you blowing the red light at the end. Really ties the whole Mustang thing together 😂

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Entered on yellow . Cut me a little slack lol

[@cdgregOG]

Amazing work, great to see your son working right along side you.

[@dumpsterguy85]

This was gold all the way through. I know it’s a ton of hard work, but seeing how you keep at it is very motivating. You guys crack me up too.

[@blackscotydog]

Dalton you never fail to entertain..... Great job..Jess is a keeper 2

[@CaneAtvse]

Hey its nice to see someone giving these old mustangs a 2nd chance... not many people would give it a 2nd look

[@possibly8180]

Nowadays, a small V8-powered platform is honestly a pretty appealing proposition.

[@joedreblow5236]

“Get ready to call 911.” With no hesitation “What is the number?” PERFECT! Run Jess run!

[@TheFlatFenderBender]

Very Nice (borat impression)

[@DeadReckon]

Haven't watched it yet, just saw the notification (Since I find notifications loathsome and disable them on my phone for everything except texts and calls), but I already know this is gonna be a good one. The hell you and other youtubers reviving cars like these go through keeps me going working on my old garbage. Keep up the great work, all of you, JD and Jess included. Videos like these keep me motivated even though I can be a bit of an idiot at times and forget the simplest things like how I did a dumb and forgot that the water pump runs off the power steering, and not the alternator, and my truck ain't got no power steering (I didn't forget it didn't have power steering, that's intentional, and factory, I want a 1 belt simple as hell V8 4 speed rat rod truck). There aren't many junkyards around with old American iron that I can access on a whim, or access at all, sooooo, I had to spend money on gaudy pulleys on a greaseball engine, that's always fun. I'm gonna try and see if I can make it run off a Chevy style 3 wire alternator converted to a 1 wire or just get my Mopar alternator converted to 1 wire. Oh yeah and my 318 had the heavy duty alternator, which is the big SOB with two pulleys, so that's fun.

[@weshoward1984]

Finally a channel that most of us can relate to... 🇺🇸🍻

[@tonybacky2193]

MO boy, Ford Technician out in the desert of NM and caught this. Loved it, bc I drive a 82 Scottsdale to work everyday. Thanks for the video guys:)

[@paulj9587]

Dalton, I have enjoyed your content for quite some time. I understand that this is not why you do this, but I wanted to comment, even if you never see it, and let you know that I find your content very comforting. Dealing with a lot of things in my life crashing down all at once right now, and your content is helping me get through it. I know how crazy that sounds, but please know I appreciate the content. Truly one of a kind. Thank you for what you do.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Hate to hear that but glad I can help in some small way

[@_classic-pd9pn]

​@@PoleBarnGaragebro what if you put HEMI V8 in this car 😮😅 and it will run for years everyday 😮

[@jeremybuchan8060]

Great Job Dalton aka "Dale"... Seeing you working on the ol' King Cobra reminded me how much I actually like the Mustang II.. Hope you'll continue to give it the love and care it needs. Such a neat car. Thank you as always for keeping it real and entertaining us.

[@samuelmorado70]

Hwllo from Lubbock Texas. Just 30 miles from Waylon Jennings hometown of Littlefield Texas. I got to see him in concert in 88 in Littlefield. Was a Free concert. Great job on the King Cobra

[@drewcilla43]

Ohmygosh!!! You are hilarious! I’m 56 and know nothing about cars. My daddy was a heavy equipment mechanic, but I guess being a girl, he didn’t extend his knowledge to me. I have no idea what you are talking about but I love how involved your family is with your project. Totally entertaining! Love your content!

[@MaxAC]

Great video. I came home from the hospital as a baby in my father's 1978 King Cobra. Then I was riding in it at the ripe age of 6 when the engine blew. Keep them coming Cheers!

[@GuitarAudiologist]

I've always liked the sound of a 302, even when it doesn't run great. I've never seen a Mustang II around here, occasional Trans-AMs or Camaros, but never a a King Cobra. Cool video man.

[@TheDutchTexan]

The "Plastic Fantastic" King Cobra is 100% on the hot list, I don't care who you are. I would completely rock this... You never see them anywhere and the no power situation can be fixed.

[@edburke961]

Great video as always. I agree with the many previous comments that Jess and JD add greatness to the team. I love the life lessons that you are teaching Pole Barn Garage junior. Looking forward to that new 460 going into the Torino...

[@andreasfiska7066]

I have huge respect for you and the people around you for putting in such hard work putting out these high quality entertainment for us average blue collar budget folks 😊

[@alfredotrivinopineiro2870]

Another fun video, enjoyed it a lot, thank you guys!

[@retrotechguardian4393]

I have no idea why you don't have more subscribers, you do deserve more, love this channel. That car is fantastic. Keep up the good work guys.

[@stevenvalentine9810]

Great video and work on the Cobra! A very nice looking car. Awesome to see JD and Jesse working on cars alongside you. Cool seeing the family enjoy working on cool cars. Would love to rebuild an old car with my fiance and kids one. Great work bud, keep it up!

[@stevonkoch8002]

mustang 2 a good looking car? great video but way to much work on the worst mustang ever

[@OxGarage]

Ooh... All us boys at Ox Garage LOVE the Mustang II!

[@johnruppe1699]

Great show. Thanks for sharing.

[@brandenthompson6351]

Awesome to see a start to finish on a decent project. I'm sure you could have made it a 2 or 3 part video but glad to see one every once and a while. Also nice car and glad you are planning on possible doing more with it.

[@D.Guitar]

Luv you guys. "Get ready to call 911 Jess". . "What's the number?". . "I don't know". . OMG. I don't believe I've heard such perfect dry humor before. Roflmao 😹

[@reyong4217]

OMG! I had the same year back in high school. Mine was brown. Love the car. Been looking for one since 1993, when I joined the military.

[@RonnieStanley-tc6vi]

Word of advice on the vacuum, buy bags for it. I recently started using them. It has changed how I clean my shop. And, I don't have to beat the hell out of the filter anymore.

[@RichHutchinson]

All three of you are awesome, loving this channel more and more, fairly new here but I catch every one as soon as I can

[@JumboShrimp69]

someone has a 12 gauge double barrel with half the barrel missing but nice pry bar lol

[@michaelb.42112]

What an awesome car, and a true family affair. Everyone pitched in and I don't know how you do it, Dalton having a full time job and then come home just to work more. Good thing you're young !

[@djshnibz]

Can't wait for part two, hopefully you can seal the surge tank back up and figure out why its spewing so much oil

[@stevecomb180]

Outstanding content as usual brother. Cool little hot rod man. Keep up the good work man.

[@Trenton-om9qs]

Great video as usual. Hilarious and entertaining as always and its nice to see that Mustang II back on the road. It is pretty clean and definitely deserves some paint work and brought back to its former glory. I have always liked these cars and i think they get way too much hate imo especially nowadays.

[@mwatkins2464]

It’s gonna need a lot of work and a motor rebuild before it ever needs paint. Lipstick on a pig , remember that saying 😂😂

[@murry001]

I like how you're collecting these awesome muscle cars

[@InnocentMiscreant]

Might be time for another engine rebuild

[@PoleBarnGarage]

No doubt

[@memyfofum]

Been waiting for this one

[@chumpypoodle]

That moment when you hit the key and it turned over for ya, and you just looked at the camera, you just earned yourself another sub

[@OutontheRanchwithDrLee-xb4lo]

Wow! I'm loving this car.... A little body / paint work and she'll be a Peach. OBTW, I need to borrow Jess for a few days, as she's now an interior specialist! Fun video you guys! A+++++

[@PoleBarnGarage]

😂 we'll come visit next year some time buddy, we can put her detailing skills to work

[@OutontheRanchwithDrLee-xb4lo]

Yep, and we can hold her beer while she works! 😀😀😀@@PoleBarnGarage

[@jesswhomakesstuff]

I'll have er tip top for ya! Cmon over :)

[@wdjones4735]

Happy Birthday Jess! Great video! Nice looking car👍🏻 Thank you for sharing🙂

[@jesswhomakesstuff]

Thank you! :)

[@timcole421]

Dalton, love seeing you continue to succeed and including your family in the videos. Can't wait to see you quit your job, your new home and new mega shop. Well deserved and absolutely earned.

[@chacod.hastiin3775]

Enjoyed the show. Love grandpas wisdom lol. New subscriber.

[@wallychambe1587]

Had a 76!! They were bad about the hatchbacks rusting out unless it was in a garage or carport! Mine looked like the "Charlie's Angels" blue stripes, on mine, had louvers on the rear side windows also!😲

[@erneststanford2245]

"You know how we're going to take care of this problem? By doing absolutely nothing." JD: " As usual." 😂

[@victor58010]

Wish he would stop copying quotes from Derek at VGG

[@charliecook1811]

Glad to see you save this Cobra 2! My brother had one when he was 19 and I was 14 and I always wanted it. He wound up selling it to a guy that made it into a racecar. They were ahead of their time as far as looks go IMO.

[@a_Fax_Machine]

So happy to see Mustang II content! Classic Auto Reproductions is a fantastic supplier of Mustang II parts out of the Twin Cities, MN. They make a bunch of their fiberglass body parts in house