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[@dhjorgenson]

I love this show. Whoever had the idea to cast a kid in the adult role is a genius.

[@XEboi]

😂😂

[@DannebergAcres]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@SC92176]

But it only works because they cast an adult in the kid role as well

[@BlackCharger-xd4zx]

😂😂

[@bussin_buses]

@@SC92176 That's gold.

[@hurk130]

"Cross-threading, Nature's Loctite" should be on a PBG t-shirt!!! I'd buy it!!!

[@papalazarou5428]

Put me down for one as well 👍

[@DannebergAcres]

Mee three!

[@derbydriver]

Consider it pre-ordered

[@prevost8686]

I’ve never purchased anyone’s merch but I’d buy a ball cap 🧢 with that on it. Black of course to hide all the grease stains on it from working on one of my old pieces of equipment.

[@Kilolocks]

I'm in!

[@robwigglezz944]

Haha "well it was nice hanging out with you guys" right after the van runs into the wall.

[@MadScientistGarage]

That really felt like my cue to leave. 😅

[@ShaunHensley]

Dude, spoiler alert

[@MetalSimRacerX]

Best car show on KZbin period. The average person doesn't want to watch someone put a small fortune into another car every week. No one watching can afford that. This is for everyone. Love it man. Keep up the good work.

[@SC92176]

The place where most of these channels screw up is selling off the car too soon. Just roll it around back when the video few drop off and bring it back a month or three later, and do another couple videos.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Gotta pay for a new shop somehow, chinese have been taking advantage of us for decades, time to return the favor 🤷

[@Jason1975ism]

@@PoleBarnGarage I have a terrific idea! Go get some illegals and pay them a few bucks an hour to build your new shop. You missed my point entirely. THE END DOESN'T ALWAYS JUSTIFY THE MEANS! You might be making the down payment on the fall of your very own nation. Communism is the enemy of you and me! Of our way of life! And you're SPOON FEEDING IT!

[@gustiwidyanta5492]

​@@PoleBarnGarageexactly, you've been buying chinesium anyway,and the chinese are giving you free stuff and paying you, so why not?

[@MeShowMechanics]

You know it's gonna be a good episode when at a minute in Dalton says "don't ever do this", then proceeds to "do it". 😂

[@MadScientistGarage]

This is definitely not a how to. Unless you're trying to meet your insurance deductible fast.

[@davidlegault9745]

@@MadScientistGarage Or your maker - LOL.

[@MichaelMassimino]

Love to see JD crawling around under the van with a welder, makes my heart happy

[@861LJ]

"When I was your age, we didn't even have oxygen" 🤣the calamity, remarks, statements and sketchiness (just hope OSHA doesn't see this video) were hilarious! JD, dad moved that oil, not you. Accidents happen. Great video Dalton!

[@iroh1048]

That's right. JD did not touch it.

[@tcanthony2]

JD never fails to impress. “You’re welding this kid!” Shrugs and says OK.

[@MadScientistGarage]

I put a couple tacks on it and walked away. He did awesome. Great opportunity for him to learn on a part nobody sees!

[@ssimpalamark]

One of the cool things is 39 years from now when JD is telling garage war stories with his buddies of crazy things he and his dad pulled off he will have video proof . Love this channel and how you keep doing the impossible

[@BuffsGarage]

No one can appreciate more Dalton going full send on those sketchy welds and steering set up. But now the 4x4 van is complete. We can always fix our poor choices later. Viva la Van!

[@kb9oak749]

I prefer "out of the box engineering" to poor choices. Dalton is on the bleeding edge of theoretical red necking.

[@BuffsGarage]

@@kb9oak749 yes there’s lots of blood

[@Robrt32]

I’m a sketchy welding SOB. You should see my steering shaft. lol. It’s been on my truck 2 years and it still holds I call it gorilla welding. Ugly but strong

[@MadScientistGarage]

The welds smelled like they would hold, at least until I got out of the county.

[@samdavis3813]

Should also be a shirt

[@BlackCharger-xd4zx]

JD did alot of work on this. He always does work hard. I'm glad to see that some children would rather hangout with their dad and learn how to fix things than play Xbox all day. Good for you JD.

[@MadScientistGarage]

This is why imperfect project cars are the best. Learning experiences for JD, nobody cries when it nearly gets driven through a wall...

[@mrclassic2284]

“Fits pretty good now”. Part falls off car to floor. - comedy gold

[@dkdogs]

“You can trust me, I’m on the internet.” 😂😂😂

[@Acelachaser1965]

“KZbin Certified”

[@kevinbutton4580]

We dont need sleep when dalton gives us a 4x4 van episode 😂

[@TMVGarage]

As a U.S. Navy welder of 24 years I whole heartedly approve of ALL welding methods and metal fabrication utilized in this production!!! (I'm also two boiler makers in at this point)

[@nutgone100]

I love this channel. It’s truly a crime that you’re not up to half a million subs yet. I don’t think many of my Facebook friends would be interested, but I’m gonna share some of your stuff anyway. I’m a Brit & I spend my days rebuilding vintage engine magnetos, I pride myself in making them look (& function) better than new. But secretly I just love this kinda stuff, you should see my daily driver, it was basically the cheapest thing I could find at short notice, it’s mechanically functional & I know just how far I can push it. I wish I had more space for a project car (or two). Keep up the good work man, & please don’t go all up market when your channel really takes off.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

I appreciate it and you can count on my trashy ass staying true to my roots buddy

[@jaredfarney675]

2 Jaaaags isn't up market enough! Look, the Brits have authorized another Jaaaag on the channel. Ohhhh, and numbers matching oil that needs a can opener ❤

[@nutgone100]

@@jaredfarney675 when I was growing up in the 90s I LOVED Jaaaags! My dad was a mobile mechanic back then & kept telling me they were “overrated” (that’s his eloquent way of saying they’re crap 🤣). Sadly, all the Jaaaags I loved then have rusted away in the British sunshine, so I’ll never know if they were any good. I’ve had a few classic BMWs though & I loved those. It’s a shame that more American cars (Yank Tanks) didn’t make it over here, I’d love something like a mid 70s Camero.

[@brucevallee5623]

What impresses me the most is how you never just settle for good enough and go the extra mile and never rush to complete a task. I appreciate the fact that all ASE protocol is followed and safety is always first or at least acknowledged. And proper tools used and never a substitute used. I love your channel and I know what love is...I was married for 3 weeks once.

[@MykeWarNJr-ss5gf]

LMFAO! Sarcasm is the truest of love.

[@paulweigle6872]

He did use proper tools, he cut up and welded metric wrenches for braces. It counts right?

[@paulweigle6872]

He did use proper tools, he cut up and welded metric wrenches for braces. It counts right?

[@paulweigle6872]

He did use proper tools, he cut up and welded metric wrenches for braces. It counts right?

[@paulweigle6872]

He did use proper tools, he cut up and welded metric wrenches for braces. It counts right?

[@Luhsteesay]

Gotta love lifting with your lower back. Such a great time you'll remember it 30 years later while tryin to go up the stairs!

[@Galfrid]

Yep, it's the skill that just keeps on giving 🤣

[@shanesgettinghandy]

Brake line flaring tool: SUR&R PFT409

[@dobygillis3105]

Your son is so smart and learning new things everyday with a dad that takes the time to explain everything. He looks just like you poor kid lol. Working with your dad is a gift. That keeps giving your hole life. Good luck.

[@colinelshout3]

"don't hit it hard, but just enough" seems to be the key to most any successful build

[@2ToneWalt]

Holy smoke! What are you feeding JD? He has gone from a young boy to a young man in a very short space of time. 💪🤘👍

[@1954shadow]

Evidently, hose toxic fumes and such that accumulate in the barn, doesn’t stunt one’s growth, lol.

[@gregorybarth930]

Kids have habit of doing that. One day you take them to school the next they are leaving for college.

[@mrromantimothy]

​@@gregorybarth9301 minute they're playing call of duty the next thing you know it's call of booty.

[@jasonbose3507]

JD's Chief Mechanic skills are improving. He's solving problems and making adjustments to make something work, dang, that kid is working better than a lot of adults out there. Way to go JD on becoming an efficient worker! Dad must be proud 🥲 of your increased skill levels. Good job crew! Anyway, thanks for the video 📸.

[@nickloh912]

JD's snark is getting better and better. Learning from the best!

[@bakwudzgarage]

Thanks Daulton, now I'll be in the "oval office" a bit longer early this morning. And I couldn't be happier. Except for my left leg, which is asleep now.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Oooo an oval throne you say, fancy

[@carlbernard4197]

Time for the morning "baby"😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@adamperry2147]

I did a similar thing when I changed the oil on my truck. Told myself "self... you need to move that pan from under the tires or you will run over it!" Naturally, I ran over it, crushed it and spilled 3 quarts of oil in my driveway. Oh well, back to the earth from whence it came. Hilarious video and heck of a job getting this machine moving!

[@jakebrake5776]

I forgot a pan was still under a car once and dropped the jack and crushed it 😂

[@ShadowsOnTheScreen]

You pregretted it!

[@waterfowler75]

I really enjoyed this van "series". Most KZbinrs would drag the shit out of it and make us watch the spraypaint dry. Great editing! Very entertaining.

[@garethbarnes3680]

As someone who completely useless with a socket set I find any of these programmes utterly incredible

[@stu-j]

At least your barn floor now has extra rust protection 😅😂

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Yeah it needed that 😂

[@LukeLappage95]

Whenever the apocalypse happens, can i be on your team to survive the wasteland mad max style? As this van shows pro levels of butchery and im all for it 😂

[@PoleBarnGarage]

I figure when shtf I'll establish a small kingdom, you're welcome to join

[@Robert-ni6ut]

It Go's to show that all you need to rebuild a vehicle is a death wheel and self tapers and no dang metric wrenches lol 😅 keep up the great work Dalton 👍

[@dangrefrath9852]

I love the old school vans. 4X4 and lifted is GREAT !!!

[@bennyhelgeson401]

Editing,commentary, and hackery is what keeps me coming back. Thanks

[@aaroncrutchfield1775]

Oh wow, you're teaching JD to weld. If he gets the hang of it, it's a great skill to have. He'll always have a job to fall back on!

[@MadScientistGarage]

If he can weld crusty metal overhead with a Chinese welder, he can weld anything.

[@jamesevensen7565]

Epic statement "Can't fix that today, so lets go get it stuck somewhere" love it

[@jordanmcfarren7226]

I love the rapid descent into acceptance of "good enough" throughout the project. The epitome of all of my projects.

[@ShawnR718]

You know I woke up today thinking I needed a project suddenly a 4x4 van seems like a perfectly reasonable idea

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Don't do it

[@ShawnR718]

@@PoleBarnGarage I made a bold statement before watching I think I’ll stick with getting a square body 4x4 and call it good nuff

[@joedreblow5236]

Reading these comments kinda scares me that there are so many people like Dalton out there. I mean that with total love and respect!

[@thundermite1241]

Take the old square headlights from the other van and some wires and set them as bumper mounted fog lights

[@baileytillman7144]

Another killer van video. I picked up a stocking cap off the merch store, small price to pay for how much entertainment I have gotten out of this channel. You guys are awesome, keep it up.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks so much man!

[@TazR6]

Here we go. 1:03:23 of fun is about to commence... The first laugh is the wrench reinforcement welding. 19mm is actually one of the more useful 'standard' sizes here, along with 15, 13 and 10. The surgeon-like finesse you apply to the floor reshaping procedure has me in awe. Incredible foresight and planning going on. If it works, is it wrong? JD never fails to impress with what he has learned and is learning. His welding is infinitely better than mine has ever been. He is a major player on the channel, with his skillset getting larger with every job he does. He is becoming quite the master, and I am not aware of any other young man with such a willingness to work and learn. Ooooh foreshadowing. I am wondering what the mistake in moving the oil father will be. YOu sure know how to keep an audience captive, Dalton. Aaaaah, that's what it was. Oops. I'm amazed that the rear drum assembly came off. Seeing how crusty it was looking, I assumed you were in for a fight. Was it worry about being able to stop or a haircut? Those tires are an interesting choice, lol. Damn the postage charges to the UK to hell. I'd love to buy merch and give you some support :-( There may be someone on its way to your PO box, though. The way you make things fit and work is crude but clever all at once. I love the way your mind works, and you overcome issues when they arise rather than obsessing about them beforehand and causing yourself stress when it is not needed. Neil Approved. Man, seeing it reverse out of the garage was a brilliant sight to behold. You only went at pulled it off, Dalton. When you were talking about this project, I thought you were mad and that there was no way on earth you could make it happen. I am super impressed that you did it. I wish I was your neighbor. In case you did not see my post on Insta, this is a copy and paste of my ideas for a name for the van; "It looks brilliant. I'm not sure if you're very good or just a Vandal. A couple of name suggestions for it, if I may. It was out for revenge on the other two vans and settled the score, a Vandetta has been fulfilled. Or, it has sucked the life of the other two, making it a Vanpire. Or it was able to Vanquish the other two. Paint it white for the obvious Vanna White. I'll stop now; my head hurts."

[@PoleBarnGarage]

I like vandetta!

[@TazR6]

@@PoleBarnGarage I do too. It seems very fitting, somehow. Feel free to make it yours :-)

[@rawr51919]

The Van(tm) II

[@domecrack]

Oh shit the Holey Goat shirt is hollerin' my name. Should have a check coming Fri, will report back!

[@Rawsolo]

Flight of the Valkyries. You’re my damn hero Dalton.

[@Luhsteesay]

"𝙸T MOVES!!!" While it's old blood is slowly seeping across the floor lol

[@MadScientistGarage]

That's the power of positive thinking.

[@XEboi]

Another excellent episode 😅😁 couldn't have picked a better bit of music

[@InnocentMiscreant]

Ride of the valkyries nothing could be more fitting for a tiny puny van rising from the ashes and finding it's true inner beast and ascending through the gates of valhalla

[@kennysr.1054]

Love how 4 by 4 is so important !

[@papalazarou5428]

This channel makes me chuckle from start to finish, Dalton, you are a beautiful human being 😆

[@MDBenson]

That kinda needed a HEEELLLL YEEEAAAHHH BROTHER as you tore across the paddock throwing mud rooster tails everywhere. What a beast!

[@dukeriluo]

Honestly, that van is a beast and I would drive it any day of the week here in Australia.

[@gregu6354]

Jess' Comment "How do you tack a Dalton?" with a pick of those tracks would make a great T-Shirt

[@eas3rd1963]

It makes my day when a new episode comes out!

[@ni_wink84]

Well I was gonna go to bed, but dalton is here to keep me entertained… it’s only 3am after all… 😂😂 sleep when you’re dead!

[@RattleTrapGarage]

😂 same

[@idwellinthehillslikegandhi]

This was one of the VERY best PBG productions of all time. Absolutely hilarious from beginning to end. Thank you Dalton & JD and all included in this.

[@fgialcgorge7392]

I was just watching the D100 revive, clean, flip and realized it would be awesome to see you let JD pick a cheap car, buy it for him, let him figure out what it needs, fix it, clean it, and flip it. Kids got some brains and with a little guidance I bet he could make some good choices and do the work. Would be an awesome little series.

[@bongbanger42o23]

jd taking the blame had me rolling

[@MadScientistGarage]

I was supervising right up until something bad happened. That part was his fault.

[@RandyMartinOrRanders]

As president of the Self Tappers Association of America I say - APPROVED! Keep up the great, I mean, good work! 😂

[@1954shadow]

“I’d self-tap that,” lol!

[@baterdipzmorebater5612]

Man I love what Kevin smith did with all his movie money everyone needs to watch this guy! What a legend

[@johnheimbrock4397]

that should be named the BEAST..I love the music when you pulled out of the garage..Great to see JD grow up with a wonderful education..Thanks for the entertainment!

[@wdjones4735]

Wow!!!!! She’s a beauty. You guys knocked it outta the park with this project👍🏻 Thanks for sharing🙂

[@robertwest3093]

Gotta admit, never in my life have I seen an old school van with a stance like that. I LOVE IT!!

[@Acelachaser1965]

Even looks better than my old ‘77 Dodge van with the Pathfinder 4x4 kit! (that was a “fun nightmare” to own!)

[@DavidRoss-hd3rv]

Once again…. Ure engineering prowess out stands me. Technique, fault finding, overcoming mechanical obstacles, a master in your field( literally’in your field 😂😂) Ice in the trans, creamy coloured paint,,,,,, 🤔……. My name for this creation of ure utter brilliant mind is…… VANillaICE👏👏👏👏…. Anyone who isn’t entertained by U n Yours must have serious issues! Keep it up u magnificent wonderful family. Ok… Roadrunner Dave….💨💨💨signing out. ( and it’s 42degrees here in Perth, Australia so I need a cold beverage or 6😂😂😂. 🙌🙌🙌👏👏👍

[@Banryu95]

When I was a wee lad, I used to cut hot wheels cars apart and super glue a bunch together to make customs... This brings me right back.

[@gregwhite7957]

I think “FrankenVan” would be an appropriate name for your new toy. I can’t believe the hood fits😂😂. Great job PBG.

[@T_Burd_75]

Or, perhaps Ideal Ordeal would be appropriate. :D

[@MC-kd3yb]

JD is a boss.

[@prevost8686]

I hope he has a great future ahead of him!

[@COUNTINGSLURPULA]

When a father & son can build mischief 4 mayhem, that's priceless! Woot!!

[@kimjaniszeski498]

No shortage of self tappers. Lol!! 😂😂 nice project.

[@wingdwolf56]

Not quite the “Flight of the Valkyries” but a beautiful maiden voyage anyway! Next big dilemma?? What the heck do you DO with it?

[@claztube]

Nice one. Reverse psychology there, I see what you did sly one.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

I honestly have no idea 😂

[@Marco-ip5cw]

man this would make a sick camping rig or something

[@walterwilson8948]

A FANTASTIC JOB TO YOUR SON from someone who Larned for my father as well. You are a great father and person that cares for their family . GREAT JOB DAD 🎉

[@michaelfougerousse7357]

Flight of the valkery, perfect

[@astridsactionrc545]

The white wagon wheels and the vintage look mud tires are the best look!

[@staggerinstanton56]

Ride of the Valkyries needs to be the official song of the shorty van.

[@walterrobbins4470]

The look of confidence mixed with terror as you drove down the driveway. Just what you want

[@JJ-zm1vi]

If this doesn’t scream American ingenuity, I don’t know what does. “Hold my beer “, “send it”, and “hey y’all watch this!” all rolled into one awesome video.

[@kennethsonier1766]

Don't you just love when you take parts from one van and put it into an identical van and it isn't identical 😂 you guys really did some awesome work on this one, JDs turning out to be one heck of a mechanic 👍 no four-wheel drive, let's head for the mud 🤣 pole barn garage, weekly comedy special with a little bit of mechanical repairs ✌️🇺🇲

[@trevorlahey3863]

i've been waiting for this since ludwig showed up, i'm pumped. shes great as is but the possibilities are endless for making her even better.

[@jestertech3790]

That thing needs to become a 4x4 A-Team Van.

[@GTP427cobra]

I enjoy watching you and your son having fun working on stuff nobody else would fool with

[@dennisrobbins5451]

I've never seen such a creative use of self tappers. Can't wait for your next project.

[@squablow]

I appreciate your willingness to absolutely devastate your lawn for entertainment, that was fun to watch.

[@foxrobinson818]

Rest in pieces to "Da OG Van". Farewell sweet prince

[@davecharles5212]

Take that beast to Power Tour 2024.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

No lol

[@deathtrapgarage506]

those skinny wagon wheels are both hilarious and terrifying

[@bangs2ndshotgarage865]

“Trust me! I’m on the internet.” 😂😂 Aww shit man that’s gotta be the best line ever. Spilled my beer I laughed so hard.

[@gordondowd5189]

I think Junior will become a class A gearhead. He is well on his way.

[@saltofsolomon2454]

Man, a heated shop with a lift You've earned it, bro. Hope it comes soon I'm going to support you

[@mountainsloth]

This channel and others help me let go of being a perfectionist. Reminds me what can be done on a budget. Doesn't have to be all or nothing. Rather have the rig going down the road while needing improvement than just sitting till it can be done "perfectly". Love this channel!

[@Pushrod_Criff]

12:53 tip of the decade for dropping in your distributor and getting it to point at number 1 without having to stick screwdriver down the oil shaft hole. Works on any Chevy based oil pump. Just lift up the distributor until you feel the gear disengage. Turn the rotor back a little bit like one post on the cap. Drop the distributor back down and see if the rotor goes where you want. It may take a few tries but the gear will turn the pump for you so you’ll never have to turn an oil pump with a screwdriver ever again.

[@keessonnema]

Man I love this so much haha. The jokes, the questionable welds, the sketchyness, love all of it!

[@billstuart8481]

This is the exact van I daydreamed about having when I was a teenager and it was brand new. JD is epic!

[@bigg_delicious]

I've been looking forward to this video this week more than Friday nights beers that are waiting in my fridge

[@upfactoryracing4148]

I love the flight of the Valkyrie playing on the grand voyage!

[@claztube]

Dalton, I really get more of a kick from your garage than the guy that got me into viewing this type of content. You know the guy. Genuine fella with the immaculate shop today. Also he tends to trend around motors. There's another name for 'locking pliers' which is his go to tool that locks and works as pliers do when locked. Edit: Self Tapper scene, dang Dalton. Death Wheel and hand grip sure way to alter some epidermis dude. 2nd Edit: Seriously Dal'un, I would love to get some merch... I even thought about sending to you my unused AC v DC drill that would get to you a day late and a dollar short of usefulness. I am going to do my best to get my Chry 200's idlers & tensioner along with the SB, Rn R'd which has been ef'd up twice now due to bad crap that befalls anyone that is looking to have the third time charm experience. And no more need be said on that, 'cept on a fixed SS & VA combined stipend I'm barely getting by check to check, I love ya brother and feel your thin wallet pain in my vein. Take care, Please know, in my mind you are the master of make do craftmanship par excellance, if that makes any sense. Not to give too much praise here, you make our day any day you send out content... Thanks and you too JD, be well, watch out for your pop, keep an eye on him and make sure the tub of oil is under the rear wheels next time.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

😂

[@kennyspry5189]

I used to think OMG what in the Fuck is He doing BUT in the past year or so I have learned Sooooo much from you DON'T let the Shit get to you. It doesn't have to be put together like it's factory or custom it just has to WORK and look Good That's it and have lots of FUN. So much less stressful and it's works and last just as good as factory or custom sometimes better NO Bullshit . Keep up the Awesome work you are definitely Thee Man!!!

[@jclaydon3454]

The T-Case is a New Process 205 I do believe😂 Again great parenting and great video🇺🇸

[@jasonbose3507]

DUDE Pole Barn, JD is growing sooo fast! Yikes, growing like a weed. Time sure flies, especially for a REALLY COOL FATHER! Great work on the van and the whole crew rocks! Thanks for the video 📸.

[@83K5Blazer]

The cross member work was truly world class. Inspiring. Going out to buy a bigger sledge hammer now.

[@TnCountryBoy]

As always Dalton, you guys crack me up. !!! The BEST KZbin fixer-upper channel out there. Was Jess filming ? Missed her. Aww ... Spoke too soon. Hey Jess !!

[@jesswhomakesstuff]

Hiiieeeee! *Insert forest Gump wave* lol

[@hankplays4563]

GOOD WORK!!! a few self tappers and booger welds later you have a completed free candy off road van lmao