Rebuilding an ABANDONED GMC Motorhome! Rescue Part 8

[@franceshorn4530]

The work you do is phenomenal. But above and beyond that, the relationship with you dad is so heart warming.

[@alxgu198]

I still can’t believe it’s his dad, I was watching for ages assuming it was a mate or brother-in-law or something 😂

[@johndrew4957]

y he didnt patch the holes

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you so much!! Far from perfect but trying our best to do it justice! I’m so glad I get to work with him ☺️

[@kevincordle9731]

The interior that you are doing in the ceiling of the motor home is awesome.

[@robertbukovac2842]

I was so waiting for this...coffee and KZbin time. Rob, Down Under

[@BudgetBuildz]

Hope you enjoy bud!! 👌😊

[@galba2715]

Man you guys are a magician from the destroyed Porsche to the burned up phoenix then this motor home, I'm out of words how awesome you two are

[@allanb.1861]

The two of you are doing a wonderful job on the RV restoration. I can't wait to see it when you finished..Great job guys.

[@davidremy4470]

I am blown away at the transformation of this iconic and beautiful piece of GMC history! You guys have done an incredible job of not only restoring but improving this motor home in so many creative ways. I cant wait to see you cruising around with your family this summer , well done !

[@brad9529]

I like that you put in a ceiling that looks like it was meant to be there, rather than some trendy timber crap.

[@jorgehoudart8979]

The memories the kids will have on that motorhome... Priceless...

[@jimkoval4725]

WOW! That headliner turned out friggin' awesome. Can't wait to see the rest of the interior.

[@thomasaccuntius9946]

I like the raised white letters, their in the year of the motorhome. But I would have painted the drums and axel centers black or silver before putting the wheels back on.

[@melterofsnowflakes]

Wow, the progress has been impressive. Looking forward to seeing the RV make ALL the memories for your family and hopefully generations to come.

[@Bikerman2022]

Love this build. It's mid summer here in Australia so seeing a camper build is perfect. You and your dad have the best channel. Real budget builds that we can all relate to. Thanks!

[@kathyboshart7695]

So cool to see how you can replace the ceiling with panels you create yourself.

[@InspiredJJ]

So many kids would love the chance to do one of these projects with their dad.

[@richardtaylor2973]

Wow, I’m impressed with the speed. It takes an average for most people of five years to complete a job like that. Good luck, Richard.

[@darrenswails]

While I totally agree that they are making good progress, they are 2 men with this being their full time jobs. Would be more impressive if they were juggling another job on top of this

[@basharal-assad7707]

@@darrenswails I am not too sure whether it is his fulltime job or not, I heard that he is a marine mechanic? Anyways, it sounds like he works for himself on his own terms so I believe he might be balancing the Budget Buildz channel along with his job. If not, still very impressive.

[@darrenswails]

@@basharal-assad7707 well,he was so excited when he was able to bring his dad in fulltime so most likely he stopped his other job first then brought on dad when he could afford to

[@tommyboulet]

It's nice to see you work with your dad on awesome projects like this. I bet lots of folks out there would love to have that relationship with their dad. ❤

[@josephanthonypuccio4704]

I always loved that RV….. grew up with Pops taking us on seemingly endless trips in it… hands down the best memories I have! Bring it back to life guy’s….. carry on! Att’ll do …Att’ll do pig….. thumbs up!

[@caddyzig]

Looking great! The headliner makes such a difference. I can’t believe how spacious it looks empty like that, too.

[@raindeargames5160]

By the time you guys get done with this it's going to be 3x better than anything made today by RV manufacturers...quality. I'm impressed!

[@mikemiller8170]

Love the GMC series. I remember being a wee kid and seeing these motorhomes all over as we traveled the country in our station wagon / pop-up combo. We always looked for the national park names on the side. Great memories...

[@ryanf9300]

I really like your build series that you do but this is by far my favorite. The ceiling back up made it start to look like an actual camper again

[@davelegg1490]

Great work! It's starting to come together. You might want to put a switch on that outdoor speaker so you can listen to music in the camper without blasting music throughout the campground. Otherwise... it's looking great!

[@charlesab]

That repair is all you need, buying new would take money away from other projects. Well done.

[@nineteenandfortyone]

GM's Astro styling has proven to be timeless. It looks just as cool and exciting as it did in the '70s. Excellent job bringing it up to date!

[@darralpphillips]

Awesome job on the roof lining. It's great to see all the wiring from the caravan work out.

[@navinmaharaj3280]

You both should bre very proud of yourselves. Your work is meticulous, no half ass cutting corners. And the dad and son relationship is far beyond . Congrats to both of you.

[@eGoCeNTRoNiX]

This series makes me happy. I love seeing the rebuild on this motorhome.. Went through a similar process on a much smaller popup camper.. Had a blast, been using it for 3 years now. Never thought we'd use it as much as we do. Keep up the good work!

[@miguelmorales9841]

Les felicito ha sido un trabajo excelente ya los vere' cuando esten viajando y disfrutando su GMC Home saludos from Caracas, Venezuela.😀

[@Gav671]

Love the set up so far. Are you going to put back in the mustard shag up front. You know you need it. Go on.

[@studio95951]

Cherish these memories you are making with your Dad. I sure miss my Dad but have so many sweet memories of us working together. 😊

[@thomasweatherford5125]

I’m completely blown away by this Michael. Your commitment to incredibly high quality work is evident in every project you do and this camper is no exception. Such clean work. Outstanding content as always! 🚐

[@mikekozi-lester3887]

Hi guys nice video 📹 and workmanship love the lighted bar for entrance and exit

[@papalazarou5428]

Now you are seeing so much difference when you move from stripping out to re-building. Looking awesome guys, peace to you as well.

[@casperandthebeast5780]

I love this camper and the hard work you are putting into it.. it needs a NAME!!

[@davidkeys1879]

That’s going to be really nice to spend time with y’all’s family in.

[@KMills84]

I fall in love with this build every episode. Very nice work and you are having fun with the fam. Blessed.

[@jeffparker3334]

This is just a blast to watch. I have always loved the GMC motor home. I remember seeing them back in the day and they were so far ahead of RV design. Great job gentlemen. Thanks for bringing us along! 😊

[@stephenlabranche7201]

I love this rebuilt video. It’s a combination of Auto Fix-up and This Old House together! ❤.

[@1BIGFROGGY]

Awsome job guys!! I recommend you tint the windows for some privacy at some stage. Can't wait to see the end result.

[@thomasgross3701]

I love how you handle this project. Keep going on.😊 Greatings from Dortmund/Germany

[@ChrisHessert]

Started watching your channel for this series. These GMCs are great vehicles, and you're doing a super job restoring this one. Looking forward to seeing you finish it off, and enjoying it with your family!

[@detroitboy65]

Nice work on the FRP ceiling! I could tell how much accomplishment you felt after that.

[@kbar150]

That aluminized bubble wrap insulation is great stuff. Used it in headliner, behind door panel, dash, rear seat of a few cars

[@danielwilliams9625]

You do amazing work with your Dad! Love seeing this transformation!!

[@DaithiT]

I watch a lot of automotive restoration on KZbin, a lot of it is people fixing up crashed cars by simply replacing parts. The stuff you folks do is so much more rewarding to watch, this has quickly become my favourite automotive channel on KZbin. This series (dare I say it) might be even better than the 911! Keep up the good work lads!

[@SFHCommish_1]

I have sat down and binge watch this entire series of this motorhome rebuild. I have held back from commenting because I knew you were building it over a long period of time. I was going to suggest the fiberglass board for interior walls, especially the roofline. I had the same thing put in my restored motorhome and it’s the same stuff they would use in refrigerator coolers. As with everybody else goes without saying you guys are doing a tremendous amount of work, and it just looks so good !! I think the tedious jobs are probably the hardest, but most satisfying, even in the little things like lights. Bravo!!

[@brianstone2142]

I hope you realize how wonderful your dad is. My father never wanted to do anything with me. Oh also I love the motorhome videos. You guys are really turned that junker around. She's going to be sweet when you're done.

[@yashin19]

This has been such a satisfying build to follow - I even have my 5 year old asking for new episodes! Amazing to see how much of that salvaged caravan you’ve been able to slot right in.

[@markharris3753]

You guys are great. Nice to see father/son. Way easier with 2. Motorhome awesome. VW truck, Trans Am, many great builds. Keep it up

[@joeyknuckey1209]

Nice work! I was a little skeptical on replacing that ceiling but it turned out amazing! I’m proud of you guys! Way to go. So awesome the lights and stuff are from a wrecked camper too. Keep up the good work!

[@olegregersen1024]

Knowing which materials to use is half the work. You two doing a fantastic job. I sincerely enjoy the teamwork.

[@RANDALLOLOGY]

It's good to follow this series of bringing old school camper back to life

[@bobp5356]

This is going to be an awesome RV when you are done. You are doing a great job. And the best thing is, it likely will not break down or start falling apart like the new ones they sell today. Look forward to your next video.

[@72NewportGuy]

The motorhome is the coolest project on KZbin! You guys are doing a phenoeinal job!

[@brucevallee5623]

Wow what a change from where you started. That thing will be perfect to take to shows and events. Good work.

[@ricardolandsman9465]

Great job guys love how it's coming together. You are so privileged to be able to do something like this with your dad. Give him a high five from me ❤

[@chrislambert2889]

Amazing transformation on RV 🎉🎯💪💯

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you so much!! ☺️

[@cloudninephoto]

This is the best build series on KZbin since the Porsche 911. ❤.

[@markfolino6976]

Great video on the RV has to be rewarding for you guys to see all your work come to reality!

[@paul4124]

Super nice job on the roof, that is not an easy thing to get right. And the wheels really look great.

[@lateefcarrere1649]

This home's so well-lit, I'm surprised that the helicopter pilot didn't mistake you for the LZ.😁 Seriously, I think this restomod is going to be as cool as the Porsche. You two are doing great work...the wheel/tire combo is nice.

[@Jan-pw4po]

Great progress. I used those same lights in my trailer except I used the soft white, and they are killer bright

[@randyriggs5463]

That motorhome is really shaping up nice! Better than when you started with! I really like the white letterd radials. You and your dad are doind a good job.

[@gman5051]

It’s great to see that glass board for your ceiling..so many uses for that stuff ! Great work gents ! New sub here 🤙

[@daviddamico4288]

You both did a great job on the gmc RV …looks awesome so far..

[@andrethib]

this motorhome is turning out much better than I expected. also, I really enjoy these longer-term projects

[@GearHeadGeeks]

This is one of my favorite builds on KZbin. You did a great job on the headliner. And the use of that other camper was just perfect. Awesome....

[@michaelgraves4817]

It just amazes me how you and your dad make such quality pieces of art out of the things you guys find. The RV is fantastic and my age. Best show on the internet. I can't wait to see what you guys think of next. Keep shooting for your dreams...... Just quality

[@bobroediger6121]

I am amazed by your determination to make such amazing progress on this very complicated rebuild, remodel, re-wire, etc…. Impressive. I hope you and your family get loads of enjoyment with your motor home this year!

[@edwardgold8097]

I believe that what separates a hack job from a superior restoration is the overhead and you have nailed it. It looks awesome. You should be proud of all that work. Can’t wait for the rest.

[@robertalexander1826]

I'm impressed with the electrical work. OUTSTANDING!!! The ceiling looks great. 👍. Keep it up, it's coming together fantastically.

[@GrantRTanner]

More excellent work on the GMC! Man, stealing everything over from that crashed camper was such a genius move. I'm sure it took forever taking all the wires, but imagine trying to figure it out from scratch. Wish you would have used spray foam or rigid foam. I don't trust that bubble wrap unless you're trying to reflect sun out of a window. Keep going!

[@stevevogelman3360]

You are so lucky. I never got to do things like that with my dad. Sure hope you know how special that is. Great channel,love your content, good luck. You two deserve it.

[@smavtmb2196]

Fantastic work on the motorhome guys. Also saw the Comet GT in the garage. Rare car. I hope you keep restoring it. It would be a serious shame for it to continue to rust away.

[@jamiewilhelmy9990]

Worked on some old campers back in the day. Used same stuff on a bathroom ceiling. Big project on GMC. Looks great.

[@locovaughan626]

You know when you guys started this project,I thought you were crazy!but watching you build this motor home and Researching the materials to save money,it's really impressive so far! That's a great product Locktight caulking well done guys!

[@locotrucker46]

You polished up those rims pretty well. They really look good with the white letter tires.

[@southerncharm2023]

Y'all are all kinds of talented. The way Y'all transformed this RV is amazing.

[@Ignoreme1469]

Upgrading the rearview mirror to a backup camera one would be cool and super functional for the RV

[@T_Smooth_]

I like how you're waiting to remove the turd from the toilet last 😂 Love the videos, starting to really come together! ❤

[@chrisboissoneault7798]

That ride is gonna be great old school look and new school tech. Great job guys!

[@robertlacob8831]

Excellent progress Michael and Dad. It's looking better than new with all the modern updating of materials. Those Budget Build stickers look great on the back window of my pickup!

[@MrPrincepop]

I have been really enjoying this restoration project. It's awesome you guys saved this 1973 GMC Motorhome.

[@WireHedd]

My dad hand refinished and rebuilt his 76 Eleganza II from a near junked heap a few years back and then drove it 2400 miles on a vacation with my mom and niece. Love that RV. Dad remanufactured a set of levellers that he fabbed the mounts and bunch of other parts. Nice to see others appreciating the GMCs.

[@ericdanielson1138]

Looking awesome. Just for future reference use the Aluminum Foil Tape AKA (Real Duct Tape) it will adhere better than the vinyl tape. Next is a holley sniper 2 System on the engine.

[@alexherman8642]

i honestly cant think of an automotive youtuber at this point that puts more effort into their work than you guys. keep it up.

[@paulwignell9733]

I love the wheels and raised lettering, maybe a tidy up of the inner wheel arches... paint them black and it would highlight the wheels more

[@mikecollins7222]

Your enthusiasm is contagious. So excited to see the next steps in this project!

[@gregjohnson3]

Air horns would have been a nice addition where those holes in the wrong place for the front running lights were! 😎

[@misterspitfire6564]

Absolutely amazing work! This is going to be one of the best GMC motorhomes on the road! Such an exciting project - Kev from the UK.

[@timothyleake8750]

This is going to be one beautiful Motor Home when you finish it! I REALLY love that blue illuminated handle you installed on the side of the door entrance! That is gorgeous!!! Never knew that there was such a thing! Really pretty and ads a nice touch to the exterior!

[@luisbatista1103]

Amazing this project is right up there with the Porsche saved from the wrecker 👍🏼

[@novicracker1980]

The AMONT of research and planning it takes to do one of these is completely insane! But the way you guys making it turnout is Even MORE INSANE!!! Nice Work Guys!!! That looks Amazing!!!!

[@darrenswails]

Pleasantly surprised how nice that fiberglass paneling looked on the ceiling. If you ever need to remove it be careful, it will slice and dice you

[@n1r0l]

I am looking forward to the Budget Builds Road Trip Travelogue.

[@davidolear]

Looks great guys, get some satin black under seal / bed liner in those wheel arches though will make it look so much fresher and newer

[@frankellis907]

The cat that got the canary. Good job lads. Cheers from downunder.

[@SpiritedAdventures-wb4eb]

🎉 looking good guys , RV roof and lighting is bright 👍👍 It's very good father and son get along great ,well done looking forward of finished job🎉.

[@scubatrooper9895]

I’ve been checking in on your channel religiously to see this chapter posted. It’s been a great deal of fun watching this RV come back from the other side and see new life. How exciting to hear another chapter is just around the corner!🎉😊

[@GaryWeeks-ts7tb]

I love what you boys do... giving new life to old vehicles... and this RV resurrection has been one of my favorite projects to watch! 👍Thank you for bringing us along! Your family is going to absolutely love traveling in it, I'm sure. 😉 Keep up the good work, and the great content! 👏