FIELD FIND Pontiac Firebird Rescue! Will it Drive After 21+ Years? Pt.2

[@PompeyMatt17]

12:23 as a Brit, glad you pronounced aluminium correctly ! 😂

[@Eastside318]

Sounds like a marvel universe type of metal 😂

[@davidp2888]

26:15 That exhaust note though. What a beautiful sound!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Definitely a unique one!

[@ClassicGBodyGarage]

You must live in a dry climate for all those lines and bleeders to come free. Up here in the rust belt Ohio the lines are literally gone LOL.

[@charlesking1244]

What A Cool Old Pontiac Firebird Formula, I’m So Glad You Guys Got It Running, Saving It From Scrapyards, Keep That Restoration Rolling, She’s Totally Worth It.. Good Job Gentlemen..

[@mattfortin3612]

Yay I get to watch it before I go to bed lol

[@BudgetBuildz]

Haha! I hope you enjoy!

[@mattfortin3612]

​@@BudgetBuildz oh I will, you know you have to bring it by when it's rd worthy and let me relive my teenage years 😆😆

[@carlover773]

Uk based also?

[@mattfortin3612]

@@carlover773 nope Us , I just get up at 4 am to go to work

[@clevelandmaker386]

@@BudgetBuildz another good video... you should be take the trunk off and patch it.... to save the originality of the car!!! Fun fact.....James Garner was a stunt driver before he was in movies... He personally picked that car because it had the best front to back weight ratio which was good for stunt driving

[@CorollaMAD97]

Nothing better than sitting eating dinner watching budget builds , if your reading this and your not subscribed do it!!! Michael is a legend and his dad of course haha

[@SCHomestead]

You guys are just down the road from me! It's nice to know that the airplanes that plague my videos are audible in yours as well. ✈

[@TheKeymaster316]

Car is turning out great. I don’t care who you are, if you grew up in the 70’s and 80’s, these cars were cool. Looking forward to the progress.

[@smithcorp904]

Never have I ever been smiling ear to ear for youtube video! I own 76 firebird Formula, and seeing you guys, some take the time to put it back on the road, and talking about taking it on a hot rod power tour makes me ecstatic! Most folks say that generation is too slow and choked by emissions, but see you having good ole time taking around giving it the beans and appreciating how fun those cars are! Thank you. I can't wait to see more!!

[@mamiefish4047]

I was grinning from ear to ear as well!

[@richardsugden7261]

I have a 1978 Firebird Esprit built at Van Nuys California. I found 2 build sheets , one behind the rear seat and one under the front drivers seat base.

[@tonylashmit2613]

Jim Rockford would be proud of your 180 turn!

[@gman9035]

So would Angel

[@iansmith1023]

And Dennis too

[@grayhounddaddy62leake83]

Love me some old Firebird!!!! That exhaust sounds awesome!!!!

[@Balderoni_]

I love the way you and your dad work together, amazing to see this running, cant wait for the next part :)

[@BudgetBuildz]

We really appreciate it! 😊 Can’t wait to share more!

[@bergie67]

That firebird is cool and I much prefer the rally wheels to as I think they look more aggressive than the honeycomb. Keep improving on it and I'll keep watching! It's nice watching a channel that doesn't just go out and dump an entire parts catalog into a project.

[@richardthomas1013]

I’m very happy we are getting more content and you guys get to do it full time! Super excited to see more vids on the firebird!

[@friguy4444]

Yes doing a "Rockford" isn't quite as easy as some may think. LOL. I've tried many times in my youth and you've got to be fast and ready!

[@danielkeane6395]

James Garner would be proud! I had a 1980 Camero, very similar to the fire chicken. I totally enjoy you shows! thanks , Dan

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

Man I love the way the car sounds! After all that dial up work on the engine and brakes! The car sounds and runs like a kitten! I hope you guy’s restore that beauty!👌🥰👍great job guy’s! Looking forward to seeing more updates!

[@andreamills5852]

Rockford J turns ,Awesome! 😁 I Read that James Garner did his own driving stunts in the show.

[@allenm00]

That is so cool working with your dad. You guys deserve the best!

[@MrMattDat]

Love it. Those wheels are definitely worth a proper "Budget Buildz" restoration. Maybe a separate video?

[@byronmills5952]

What a lovely old thing this is! Runs as sweet as a nut and it's underbody looks perfect 😃 👍👍

[@Barker-pu7ix]

That thunderbird back there with the flats looks wicked needs black deep rims

[@basolle1]

love what you gentle men do to those worn-out cars and put them back on the road. watching you from Nigeria in west Africa

[@howarddavis1307]

Great video James garner would be proud the Rockford files firebirds were actually converted 400 firebird formulas and the 1977 too 78 firebirds were his favorite off the firebirds used throughout the series ✌️

[@tontosmith8779]

LOVE Firebirds, I’m from the Uk 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 and grew up watching the Rockford files and the Bandit Movies. I love how they look and the power they have,Just their Overall presence and Strong Image. Great content, would love to see this fully restored would make, would make great content as well. Top work guys 🙏🇺🇸🇬🇧🤟

[@darrenashley126]

Rockford files was my favorite show as a kid in England. 9 years old and I loved that car.

[@markallchorn2438]

Great to see these old cars being rescued, gonna be a nice motor with replacement interior etc. Looking forward to seeing the next episode 👍

[@congaman100]

Now all you need is the theme from the Rockford Files playing on the cassette deck.

[@terrywindsor1310]

Nice to see you putting some love into that car; there's no reason that bird shouldn't be able to fly! 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@blackietotheend]

Love seeing yr dad there more now , seems like a legit guy

[@chrisssmallengines7163]

Putting anti-seize on the axle under the drum helps keep things from rusting together , and on top under the rim helps too .

[@jackgurteeen37]

Shropshire lad here well older lad finally someone across the pond pronounces Aluminium correctly😁

[@mclayton336]

I may be partial, my first car was a '78 Trans Am, but this is my favorite car you have had on your channel. I'm currently doing the exact same thing with the brakes on a '65 LeMans. Though I had to replace the booster. It was shot. Keep up the great work, Mike! Glad to see more GM products. Love the Pontiacs!

[@onemannews]

My first car was a 67 Pontiac Tempest. Wish I had it now!

[@mclayton336]

@@onemannews I know how you feel. I miss my T/A. The '67 Tempest is a nice ride! Probably my favorite year for the A-body Pontiacs.

[@jeffreymonk9772]

Born in 64. I'm loving this from NY

[@MiKeSu223]

this was wild, seeing such a beauty start-up and rip tires all over the place.

[@670tazman]

I loved watching the Rockford files

[@hinerdad2000]

Happy to see you guys are saving them !!

[@hinerdad2000]

I’m still trying to figure out Telegram? But luv the videos!!

[@mattcrooke8321]

Aluminium sounds perfect to me! 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@friguy4444]

One of the very coolest looking things on the planet ever is a Trans Am of almost any generation (especially these Firebirds with the lower look to them) with an LSD doing a standing start and ripping a slightly sideways set of 11's and continuing to go for the distance! SAWEET! LOL.

[@robertvance1873]

I'm sure James Garner is Smiling Down on you, Good Job 👍

[@Adam_SRT..717]

Great video! Waiting for a detailing video!

[@sc3ku]

LOVE this car. I semi-recently sold an 81 Firebird field car that I resurrected and this brings a lot of joy to see another!

[@ssenssel]

Getting pretty close to 200k subscribers.. 👏👏👏👏💪💪

[@roxieloot]

12.23 you said that perfectly for an American. Respect 🇬🇧

[@frankl.5153]

Nice to someone actually using a fitting wrench.

[@MasterOfNothing83]

Thumbs up for saying aluminum right! 😉

[@Maximus65]

This car is a 100% keeper! Get that interior situated and have fun with it 😁

[@davearobb]

Another great video, really impressed to hear an American say aluminium correctly!! Great stuff

[@Duude333]

Just found your channel a while ago; very entertaining and I really enjoy each episode. Thanks for what you do!

[@giffjp]

Consider yourself blessed! These guys are great to watch, and they keep it real. I have been watching them for a long time and love the variety they have. My wife and I watch it together and can't wait to see what is next! They seem like the type of guys you could just sit in a coffee shop with and enjoy a great conversation! Just cool.

[@Duude333]

@@giffjp Agreed :)

[@michaelstaley2241]

Fantastic car especially when restored.👍🏻

[@petepullen2674]

Rockford J turns! Awesome. I'm from Rockford Illinois! I'm also a Pontiac person!

[@damianjackson9084]

You and your dad are great your dads so chill your a great team

[@Lenniep59]

Thanks!

[@wjmelton]

You're doing an awesome job on the old bird! I'm tickled that you got her on the road again. Sis is gonna cry when she sees this. Looking forward to seeing the next steps. 👍

[@jeffalldredge4237]

I had the exact same car in the same color. Bought it when I was 18 and drove it for a few years. Wish so much that I would have kept it. Would love to find another one. Thanks for a trip down memory lane!

[@chrislambert2889]

Will be a great car for the Hot rod power tour I glad you guys are looking into tires and brakes and the main thing of heating and cooling 💯👍🙌

[@kevincaron3298]

I have a 78 Formula, mine is a 350 small block, was a 4 speed manual but changed it to 5 speed. Great and fun car. My son loves it.

[@grantkoeller8911]

The value of this classic car , just keeps going up, the more work they do.

[@scottbrady5127]

Rockford Files one of my favorite shows growing up and one reason I always wanted a Firdebird or Trans Am. I am glad to see you saved this one and it turned out so well for you. Have fun!

[@mjlogan2001]

You did a great job! Good looking old Firebird!

[@davefury66]

You got that firebird breathing fire again🔥 can't wait to see the detail video, she gonna look 🍒 out!!

[@wurly1]

Good work getting this driving again so quickly. I think "while we're in there" is gonna keep coming with this one, though...

[@richardhill4862]

I loved the look of these old cars, but the heavy doors would leave a good mark if the came back on you, The old Monte Carlo was the same way. Nice video!

[@SuperNedk]

Love this car, they always looked so great, doesn't matter if it's not the fastest thing on the road

[@BobSweeney58]

Please do a complete series on this car. The interior The body The engine mods And whatever else it needs

[@johncarella1836]

MANUAL SWAP!!!!!!!! Mandatory!!!!

[@lateefcarrere1649]

First best thing: finding this channel. Second best thing: the joy you guys find in bringing these cars back to life. Just 1 thing though: safety glasses. I wear glasses to see, and I found myself squinting while Michael was dropping the gas tank. That was a lot of rust and crap coming with the tank. Ok, I am getting off of my OSHA high horse now😁

[@metarugia3981]

That Pontiac Firebird bodystyle is a classic that is pleasing to the eyes even in this day and age which I've loved as a kid growing up.

[@joeolson9763]

Try “Iron out” spray on rust stains . Works great!

[@danswartwood4580]

Thank you for your APPRECIATION to your subscribers

[@DynamicRockers]

So cool, good job guys! Can't wait to see the enxt episodes with this muscle car roaring and shining.

[@bartwalker474]

Great Video Sir!!!! I liked it!!! Will there be another video? I would change the tranny fluid about 5 times driving it about 100 miles between each fluid change. I think the rear end differential oil should be changed out too besides the power steering fluid. Then maybe a little work on the AC and heating system. I think you should force water into the heater box and then drain it out of the heater core to get rid of any rust inside the heater core. You won't believe just how much comes out of the heater core through the hoses. I think you are off to a GREAT start on that thing. I wish I had one. I've ALWAYS liked the 1977 and 1978 models the best. The previous years were pretty top shelf too. You used to be able to order them with a 455 V-8 engine straight from the factory. You're a lucky man Boss!! Keep going on the restoration of it. I would LOVE to see the videos of the restoration. PLEASE keep going on the complete restoration of it. I love seeing it. Wish I could still do some of that work.

[@RoninDosho]

Love the detailed closeups and the road shots. It's clear you guys enjoy what you do. That makes for success! Looking forward to more on this particular rescue! Excellent editing btw.

[@affordablevs]

Love this Firebird! Great journey with this!

[@thomasgoolsby8661]

This is a great project. Yes, keep on going with this one. Looming forward to seeing how it looks after you get it cleaned up.

[@MrSCOOBY26]

Woh an American that says aluminium properly 😂😂 just a quick one when bleeding brakes fill the bottle up about 1/4 and submerge the bleed pipe init that way you don't have to keep locking the nipple, just pump till there's no bubbles.

[@BudgetBuildz]

Haha 😅 Great tip! We’ll have to give that a try 😃

[@markfranklin1306]

I’m really really impressed with your approach on this firebird breaks tires water fuel very good job bringing the car back to life

[@hodgepodgegarage3911]

Gotta love a hood firebird! I’ve got a few Pontiac parts laying around and I’m in Charleston if y’all are looking for parts!

[@exlonghauler]

Cool !! I had an 80 Formula back in the day !!

[@alfoncesmithe]

Brilliant guys its just fantastic that these great cars are saved and brought back to life, "Jimi Rockford would be very pleased😂🤣 best wishes

[@hueyhoolihan582]

it's surprising what an improvement those beauty rings make on those wheels!

[@jimbates955]

Finally the vacuum cleaner makes an appearance at 28:18 😆😂 As always excellent work! 👍👍

[@peterselten500]

Hi guys great to see jim up an running . Cheers mate🇦🇺

[@giffjp]

It's definitely a "dream job"! Keep the awesome content coming.

[@lostpartsgarage]

So very happy for you and your dad. Look forward to what's next for this build.

[@happypaladin7934]

Guys, thank you so much! Amazing !!! Love this Car . You THE BEST !!! Very good Job .

[@PB-tb1er]

Pontiacs usually have the Build Sheet under the Rear Bottom Seat tucked into the springs of the Bottom Seat.

[@gregdrmax]

I had a 74. Had 2 scoops on hood. Called her “Raisin Bran”. She rusted out. I owned it in 1980 during high school. Wasn’t very powerful. NE Iowa…rust belt.

[@1HotRob]

Liquid phosphoric acid will remove that rust on the rims. Love the choice of W/W Cooper Tires= Made in the U.S.A.!

[@davidbarnsley8486]

I have to say that trans am is pretty good apart from the rusty boot lid I would like you to paint up the wheels real nice Micheal especially with the new tires It will look amazing And I recon a light cut with wet and dry and you could probably polish it up real nice 👍👍

[@jimmielmholt]

You are amazing guys. Can't wait to see you clean and dress up this car. 👍👍

[@CRRpop]

She sounds dang good.

[@keironastbury9399]

love the shape and sound of that beauty you really need to restore that beast it runs and sounds fantastic guys.

[@darrylskerman6808]

Your pronunciation of "aluminium" was very good! 😊

[@ronaldmiller2740]

B.B. GREAT VIDEO!! AWSOME,,,, MY SON AND I SAY ,, WE LIKE THIS LIVING,,, FIRE CHICKEN.. RESCUE PART 2,,...WE WANT TO KNOW DO YOU STILL HAVE THAT 1965 MUSTANG??? COME ON BRINGING PART 3.. THANK'S,, B/B..

[@brianleitch9910]

would really like to see you take your time on the firebird and restore it inside and out.

[@deanwaring6100]

Love it, and I can't wait to see what you can do with it.

[@bbay1977]

Now you just need to fut the inside and clean it up as best as you can and put her back together so she is a little cleaner. Wouldn't hurt to clean the outside as well and get some of that scale rust off and put some prime on her to stop the rust from going further. Keep up the great work and Content.

[@blitzevans4273]

400 4 bbl would be perfect upgrade!