Built in 3 weeks, Perth to Sydney in a Torana destined for scrap! Will it make it? Pt9

[@AutomotiveKarnage]

Such a great adventure mate. So amazing to see the car that sat in my yard for years, after sitting decades in the bush, not only cross the country, but complete a lap of mt panorama. just epic.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate, couldn’t have done it without you 🍻

[@nathanobrien6875]

That’s got to be the greatest video on KZbin for 2024! Absolutely incredible work Paul and everyone involved. What an achievement!! Moving forward you should do whatever you like with the car - it was left for dead and resurrected so build it how you want it - I’d definitely go a 4spd conversion. Can’t wait to see what’s next and hopefully you can do an another adventure like this again. 👌

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks for the kind words mate, really appreciate it!

[@Matt-t6l]

Awesome stuff Paul was get to see the reliability of the LC, but was their an doubt, of coarse not, I really hope you will be continuing the episode's on the LC when or if you continue doing work on the old girl take care Paul, Happy New Year to you mate.

[@anthonycleminson6010]

What a great thing to do makes you feel like you have achieved something big in life 🎉it feels good to see you do that good on you awesome job mate

[@CrownJZS137]

I drove from Perth to Melb in 2019 but not in the coolest way you did. Loved the vids on the build. Keep up the sweet rides and yeah, keep in column change. Brings back memories of my FB I had in 82. 😁🤙

[@Not_Built-Right]

I used to do Perth to Adelaide and Melbourne or Sydney weekly for 2yrs seen some funny things and some not so good, I pulled up at Nullarbor roadhouse on one particular return trip from Sydney and I went in to get a coffee ( BIG CUP called a bubble keg ) on my way out the door I spots these tourists adorning my bull bar of the truck. Well I was having a slurp on my coffee nearly spat it out the tourists all looked at me as if I had 2 heads & asked if it was OK to do so as no one was around to ask . I said I wouldn't lean on it too much as there was a smattering of yellow guts from grasshoppers I came thought a huge swarm a few days back , when I told them this out came the wet wipes and one of the chick's that was an ornament she chucked her entire gutz up making several others from the tour bus spew too now that was a fond funny one. What a cool video Paul hope you keep the lovely ol' girl for lots more trips to make great memories with thx for a good lot of video keep up the cool content.

[@bjw4859]

Well done, every classic car back from the dead makes the planet a better place to be.

[@oldskoolonly]

100%

[@basaltplainscreationsaustr1194]

I have done a similar trip twice this year, first a 69 XW 351 C6 from Geraldton to Gippsland. Then a month ago my mum had a stroke whilst visiting family, I flew over and bought her home in a John Goss special. The juice is a killer. Cheers from Liz in Central Victoria.

[@jamiebeckf]

Mate, loved the series. Well done. As for what to do. Fix the oil leak. 4 speed swap. Single webber carb. Fix the roof lining and weather seals and that is it. Then just drive it and love it. They are not fast by todays standards so dont bother trying to make it a drag machine. It is a special car the way it is. Dont wreck it trying to make it into something that it shouldnt be. That is why we love nuggets.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate

[@christofs-a1834]

This 👌

[@PeterAndersons]

Mate, what an epic adventure. I've followed it from start to finish and loved it. You and the lads who chipped in are true legends!

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers, glad you enjoyed the journey mate!

[@JasonKelly-o8i]

I restored a LJ Torana a few years ago and my roof lining did the exact same thing. There is a knack to putting them in. Plus there is a couple of different hole positions for the bows. You are right with the wind coming thru from the boot. I found another upholsterer who knew torries really well and he sorted it out. No problems ever since. Well done on the Torrie and the road trip. 👍

[@brucewiggins2731]

I had a brand new 2door s Torana in 1970 and within a couple of months the roof lining collapsed during a thunder storm it was fixed under warranty , so they have had this problem from day one.

[@kerryredwolf7432]

I did the Perth to Melbourne trip about three years ago and I found the WA/SA roads were like a race track, the Victorian roads were a goat track. The vic government needs to step up its game 😊

[@Nlusky123]

Loved watching your journey. I had multiple carbs on my LC with 186. The best with the least maintenance was 2 barrel Stromberg and 5 speed conversion Happy Days.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate

[@Gokizzmass]

2 barrel stromberg off a 253 goes well on a mild 6, good on fuel as well.

[@andrewhull3808]

Mate, I absolutely love this! Keep this bugger as a rat rod Torana, re-instate the column shift , go the triple Strombergs no more. Drive and enjoy (but I know you won’t, you’ll keep fiddling 😅). Those that helped, particularly DJ are bloody awesome.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate, a few things are already on the list for the next round of mods!

[@DavidFogarty-j8l]

Really enjoyed the series, your a legend! My bet for the oil leak is the oil pressure switch cheers

[@sheel2]

Great series Paul, I stumbled across your channel at the very start of the build, and I've really enjoyed following the journey. I particularly enjoy your candid chats through the camera and your sense of humour. Jays handshake was my favourite part of todays video 😂 cant wait to see more of the Torrie and more adventures.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers, appreciate the support! You can’t go wrong with a good handshake 🤣

[@AussieGarage]

Wicked being a part of this epic Journey mate and your a legend. Mad is hell but a legend. Dan & I, may be heading your way soon too mate. We are here for the next project when your ready

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks heaps mate, hopefully see you guys soon!

[@keithrx3c]

What an awesome series! Great see an old Torrie raised from the dead and brought back to life and then road tripped from one side of the country to the other. The lap of Bathurst was really cool too. I'd love to see another epic adventure like this.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers 🍻 definitely won’t be the last

[@murdervalleyraceway]

I started watching today, ended up watching more, and kept going and watched the whole series. My first car was an LC Torana SL in exactly the same colour. Mine was a 3 speed column shift with a 161 (4 wheel drums though). I'm feeling for you with that 3 speed in there all that way. I'm planning a trip in September in my 75 Galant wagon. I'm planning to take it back to it's place of origin for it's 50th birthday. I restored it back between 2005-2008. Factory twin carbs, 5 speed, and swapped the diff out from 3.89:1 to 3.6:1. It's really happy sitting at (cough cough) 120km+. Awesome watching, that's for the added inspiration. If I had something with a red motor again, I'd be inclined to switch to a blue motor 12 port head (shave it), and a decent carb/carbs.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers man much appreciated. Your beast sounds great, great to hear about your plans 🍻

[@christmaselfcustoms]

Fantastic trip. Definitely keep the column change. Keep it a 4 door would be a shame to lose it's history and new found rebirth

[@Ozcrazy49]

Good advice.

[@wayneholzer4694]

Awesome work. From a ruined wreck to back on the road is nothing sort of miraculous. It is so good seeing people out there saving these old girls. Glad you had a safe trip.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate much appreciated 🍻

[@petebriscoe1945]

Awesome series Paul. I had an LJ, many moons ago. Had the 138 cu/in (2250cc) in it with the 3 on the tree. So yes, they did come out with the 138. The 173 was designated as a 2850cc and I'm pretty sure the GTR had the 202 (3300cc). November 12 months ago I took the family from Central Victoria to Bathurst for the same reason you did. Spent 2 nights at the Mt Panorama Rydges hotel which outside of race meetings is no more expensive than any other hotel of it's class. Think I did about 15 laps at 60 kph over the time we were there. My son timed a lap at 60 and it took a bit over 6 mins. Supercars do it in just over 2. FYI Victoria's roads are possibly worse than NSW. We have caves in highways all named 'rough surface ahead'. Cheers mate, can't wait to see what comes next.

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks mate, great to hear another torana story! 🍻

[@prospectorpete]

Good to see the old Holden's being restored. Shame it's not an SLR , my favourite Torana . I used to have a hx sandman panel van.. I regret ever selling it

[@Matt-t6l]

Bring on December 26 can't wait to see the next episode, the old Holden's never die they were built to last forever happy and save travels Paul.

[@TheTigerQuoll]

Well done mate and cheers to all the generous souls that chipped in,best KZbin series this year🤘

[@David-r7q8c]

Mate. Loved watching the series. Great to see that old girl come back to life. Whatever you do please don’t weld up the back doors! 4 door sedans have become even rarer than the coups so would be a shame to see another one lost.

[@pistonlife3200]

Well done Paul this has been great to watch the rebirth of an Aussie classic it’s a credit to you and all that helped along the way. Brings back memories of a metallic green LC SL I had as a daily some 30+ years ago. BUT I was blown away when you came across that rock pile when I seen a big rock there marked RIP DEANO 4/10/24 he was a brother from another mother tragically he’s life was taken at the Salmon Gums roadhouse where he was living/working thanks for putting a rock on there yourself 👍 great content mate thank you 👌 RIP DEANO 🍻

[@oldskoolonly]

Ah bro, sorry for your loss. Rip Deano

[@jeffrobertson2263]

Man I wish I was sitting in the passenger seat with you on the trip! Bloody awesome build & trip mate!!! You should be very proud of yourself & all the helpers!

[@oldskoolonly]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jeffrobertson2263]

Hard not to enjoy that series mate

[@JohnSmith-j9j]

Paul you have to be so proud of your achievement mate! I know WE all are!! Also imagine coming across the Torry in the middle of the WA dessert 6 months ago and someone said she'll be going around Mount panorama soon! Effing gold!

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks heaps mate

[@oldskoolonly]

Mate I’m stoked it’s inspired you! The whole build to the trip back did exactly what I needed it to and I’m still buzzing from it! This little car has a special place in my heart now and it’s going to keep on giving back! Cheers brother

[@sonadorzeilt]

Watched the complete series and loved every bit of it, whatever you choose to do with it i think you wil do the car and its story justice. Thank you for taking the plunge and do something that took real skill and bravery to show it to us all. Greetings from The Netherlands.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers, much appreciated

[@davidvincent2838]

What an adventure Paul! I initially thought when you took on this project, 'what a brave bloke' especially considering DJ'S definition of 'mint' 😂😂 but the little Terry made it! I was expecting to hear about more problems but it did the HUGE journey which speaks volumes of these old school cars to survive.....and that's bloody awesome. You do you as far as what you want this awesome little car to be, you've certainly earned it. What I've done to these little beasts in the past is triple su's, or CD Strombergs. Hard to tune and balance, yes, but I reckon it's a piece of piss for a bloke like you. I used to use a M20 four speed before celica 5 speeds became a thing, but then I too became a fan of the Toyota 5 speed even though it didn't sit well in my soul 😅😅. I appreciate so much the 3 on a tree for cruising. I've had many a beautiful old Holden, Ford or Valiant with column shift and you're right,it is a fading thing in these times. Love the series and particularly the documentation of the journey. Well done mate

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks mate, appreciate the support!

[@waynerogers9165]

awesome adventure mate, thanks for sharing with us, reckon the oil may be coming out the dip-stick

[@tonywebbywebb5019]

Have to say as a daily surfer of "The Tube" this and the previous vid's you've done have been some of the best I've ever seen ! What a solid display of commitment and ambition, 5 stars !

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers for that, very much appreciated 🍻

[@burnieflo]

Great stuff enjoyed every minute and when you spoke about your little "big dog", I had a Staffy in my head!!

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers, glad you enjoyed it!

[@paulrhodes8111]

Awesome build, ripper trip, that’s top television. Thanks for taking us along! 👌👌👍👍🏁

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers heaps mate, glad you enjoyed it!

[@dogmatix2008]

I did drag my 1980 US with a 253 fitted across the Nullarbor twice once in 2002, then back in 2003, also towing a trailer, and I averaged about 6km per leter at the best. Would be the same gearing as this Torana. Then in 2015 I did it again, but this time in my 2010 VE SS Commodore, and averaged 10km per liter for the whole 9500km road trip. Glad you enjoyed the trip across, even with little niggles, it's a great experience, and so much more fun in an old car.

[@johnhutchinson9714]

LC/LJ petrol tanks are 10 gallons or 45.4 litres. Keep on rocking, loving the series.

[@stevencrane2053]

Good to see you got the old girl home 🏡

[@frankastroza2114]

Awesome effort Paul, you’ve taken on a task that makes at wouldn’t even consider, and to make it all that way with so little problems is great. I think you should do it up like they did back in the late 70’s early 80’s, x2 twin carbs, 4 speed and some fat chomies

[@MrVantage8]

Brilliant effort, great videos, and a real taste of Australian car culture and car people... 5 speed, warmed up 6 cylinder (whatever size you like), and a 2-door conversion, a la DD Speed Shop, would be reeeaal sweet! Congratulations on a job well done!

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate, appreciate the support! 🍻

[@christophergreenfield1008]

I've watched you from start to finish, being a mechanic also I say well done and what an adventure, I now live in Bali and miss doing things like that, love your work 👍

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers brother 🍻

[@ondrejhybler9371]

Awesome video. Greetings from Western Sydney. Glad you made it. Loving the old Torrie. Keep up the good work. Been following since the start of the Torrie build.

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks for watching mate, cheers from the outer west!

[@anthonyellis493]

That's been 1 heck of a build mate u done it and we all thank u for taking the time to film this on a wicked end to 2024. U made it happen and u have a heart of passion for cars and most of us would love to do it but watching u has made it more enjoyable so thanks again. I'm here from wellington NZ 🤜👍

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate, much appreciated, glad you’re enjoying the journey!

[@hbhmhbhm]

Great road trip video, I hope you do another one! If the Torana were mine I would restore it back to standard but with a decent carb and a 5 speed box, but whatever you do with it it will get a thumbs up from me 👍

[@ReneBoudan]

What a road trip Paul, cruzin the highways with no 1st or reverse….lol, hey old Holden’s can still get around with half the gear out of operation. For a car that was dead for decades in the outback, that was a massive achievement plus in a short amount of time too. For yourself congratulations brother, I did enjoy all the episodes, as with what to do with nugget next.? I would leave it untouched in appearance, few mods and enhancements to the running gear? Yeah why not..! it’s not an original matching numbers torana. Cheers till next time..🍻🍻👍🏻

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate, glad you enjoyed the journey!

[@patbrennan9708]

I rode a Streetluge for many many years and constantly did 115kph down Conrod constantly. I got caught A LOT but never charged. LJ GTR was my first car, nice work man

[@poeyd9624]

What a fantastic video , What an adventure , and a lap of Bathurst just to top it off 🥇 Thanks for your content

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers for the support 🍻

[@christhomson7526]

Love the content mate well done awsome to see somone saving old gems like this and a mad effort on time frame I had a lc 4 door for my first car would love to relive that dream cheers again 👌

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate, I’m loving bringing this little car back to life!

[@thatowensbloke]

Been great to watch you bring another classic back from the dead. To be honest, this old car was dead so do whatever you want to it! It's going to have a bloody excellent second chance at life - whatever you do. Keep it up mate, love watching your progress as a KZbinr. Cheers, Tim.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers Tim, very much appreciated 🍻

[@BrunoNapoli-g1c]

Love the video, great effort. I would love to see old school triple carbs and a 4 speed fitted

[@MattSmith-qn9cv]

Absolutely fabulous adventure, resurrecting a LC torana and driving 4000 plus k’s home Paul, definitely consider converting it to a 2 door and a M21 and anything else which takes your fancy

[@sparehead2163]

Proper Aussie stuff thanks Paul 🇦🇺

[@FixTechStuff]

Good stuff, I’ve always loved 6 cylinder Toranas . I’ve been following you and automotive karnage with this build, also low standards with that mental bus.

[@stribo]

To do this road trip in an old classic like that is an Aussie dream. I was lucky enough to do it in an old for XP station wagon. Did it 4 times in the old girl. I only paid 50 buck for the car. :) I've done it in a few modern cars and it just not the same. I did it a few times in a VW combi. I had to leave one out there after the motor seized . It's still sitting out the back of the Mundrabilla road house. They use it as a kids cubby house in the quarters out the back. Well done mate. Cheers!

[@oldskoolonly]

Yeah cool! Cheers mate

[@warrencarl9797]

Mate, can’t thank you enough for taking us with you on this journey. I for one have really enjoyed it. If you acutely live where you ended this vid, we both live in the same town. Small world hey. Can’t wait for your next adventure.

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks for watching mate, cheers!

[@allanpepper9651]

Great work👍check oil pressure sender for the leak

[@Whatblake]

Should do more road trips

[@deankdx]

It's been a blast following your build with all the guys. we did a Rambler Rebel rescue from Tassie in 2009 to Victoria. i drove over with a ute load of parts (missing exhaust, brake booster, radiator, fuel tank, rear brakes and a host of other issues) assembled it over 3 days and picked my mate up from the airport in the morning and proceeded to drive it 500km odd home via the Spirit of Tasmania in the same day, lots of luck involved, time deadline as both cars were booked for the ferry that day, personally i'd start the next project and just enjoy this LC as it is. find a better fuel tank, fit another column shift ,not much else. it's been off the road too long already. I was going to say check the oil pressure switch (had XF falcon ones fail and squirt oil out several times over a 10yrs period) but the cam welsh plug is also a suspect for Me also. either not seated or worn through. (not in the bell housing? if so, surely would be giving rear main symptoms ?) ROAD CONDITIONS.. they crap on about be alert, drive safe and etc.. but then you are focussed on the pot holes 90% of the time let alone watching the speedo needle. when we drove from Melb to the Gold coast late September, the amount of "road hazards" (broken cars on the side of the road) was disturbing, and most looked like damaged wheel/flat tyres from previous stretches of pot holes.. end rant..

[@geodun]

OK, so they said you were crazy and the car was unrepairable. I guess you showed them that it was repairable, I think they got you on the crazy bit though :) You are my kind of crazy. Great video series.

[@oldskoolonly]

Haha yeah maybe a little crazy 😂 cheers 🍻

[@jagarg6573]

Great videos .. now it's back in Sydney- " Chain it down " 😉

[@scooter0958]

No words Brother can actually put this series in perspective….. Just bloody brilliant…….❤❤❤

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers bud 🍻

[@phillipcara3232]

Great video loved every minute of it. Leave the LC as it is. Just proved how reliable it is why fiddle with it.

[@tasmanianbeardedpophunter1396]

Great effort outstanding video of trip home atlest it made it home probably put 5 speed box with a Webber carbie.

[@IanCampbell-sh3si]

Mate they run a single stomburgs and a 3 speed box on HQ racer

[@MrButtonpresser]

What an absolutely fantastic effort and trip mate! I loved every bit of it, but in particular the lap of Bathurst. Magnificent.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate 🍻🍻🍻

[@paulbronwyntaylor2028]

Awesome build , enjoy watching, can’t wait to see what’s next for the LC , we flew to WA & drove a Vz Monaro back to QLD & WA roads are bloody great 🍺👌👌👌👍

[@kraizy1]

Solid effort well done! Very impressive what you achieved in the time frame you have done it in, IM shocked there wasn't any HWP sitting up on Mt Panorama as they love hammering people up there

[@KtmHoleShot]

Congratulations, job well done by all, that was a big trip home but well worth it, your dog seem really happy to see you. Look forward to the next video.

[@2158peterg]

Great video, I enjoyed it very much. Great to see another old car saved

[@markwagener8118]

Bloody awesome cheers 🍻

[@anthonystone7578]

What a great journey watching from start to finish. You have done a fantastic job fixing this little Aussie beast and getting it from WA to NSW ANd Aussie car guys all stick together and help each other when possible. Thank you for bringing us all along for the journey.

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks heaps mate, glad you enjoyed it! 🍻

[@jacktorana8628]

Awesome build Paul, enjoyed every minute and thanks for sharing. Glad you made it home safely and are able to continue with the Torana project. Also to the other boys and businesses who helped out along the way a big thumbs up for the Aussie spirit of helping out a fellow car nut with a serious passion of keeping the old cars still on the road.👍👍

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate, very much appreciated 🍻

[@craigquinn7887]

So the car took 15ltrs & the jerry can had 17ltrs & it's a 38ltr tank, so I'm missing out on .... some other liters!🤣😂👍Love it.😎

[@oldskoolonly]

🤣

[@janszemes6191]

Hi, I restored a 1958 fe Holden and took out the old fuel tank replacing it with a Ford xa Ltd 18 gallon tank. Had to cut out all the boot floor up to the chassis and some of the different arch to be able to fit it. It had to be mounted backwards from the ford but hung down below the bumper and looked great from behind. I not only doubled the fuel capacity but also made more room in the boot as the spare wheel sits inside the fuel tank. Loved the whole rebuild of your Nugget mate great stuff

[@oldskoolonly]

Sounds like a great mod, cheers for sharing!

[@shaunqueale282]

Simply outstanding. From a pile of parts to “Miles=smiles “. Solid work (& mateship) from all involved. WW 2bbl Stromberg for me and back to column shift. What ever you choose, keep enjoying it👍👍👍

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks heaps mate, appreciate the support! 🍻

[@lindsayselby3647]

Holden Torana LC Six cylinder: 45.5 liters fuel tank . I have to say this , comparing horses to horses and what was available to the buying public when these car were built , these are real good cars. I have been lucky enough to have owned a 1972 LJ XU1 and a 1974 LH SLR 5000. Bloody good cars.

[@garryhill4494]

Nothing's impossible. Job well done mate. Can't wait until you maybe rescue another bush wreak. After all your hard work have a happy new year. 🎉

[@oldskoolonly]

Appreciate the support mate! 👍

[@rayraffaele1067]

Such a great achievement Paul well done mate a bit sad seeing it come to an end have enjoyed every moment and what great people that rallied around this project I would like to see a four speed and a Holley carb fitted again well done 👍

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks heaps, mate, appreciate the support! There’s definitely more to come

[@WarrenArmstrong69]

Such an amazing build Paul, really enjoyed watching the series and the drive around Bathurst was a great way to highlight your achievement. Go old school and fit triple SU’s with a Celica steel case 5 speed gearbox. I had this in my 2 door LJ back in the late 80’s. Can’t wait to see what you continue to do with this piece of automotive karnage history. Looking forward to putting the sticker on my toolbox for inspiration. 👍👍

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers! I’m with you, that combo is killer! 🍻

[@nathanheatley112]

Have loved watching your build Paul over the last few weeks , what an adventure . Good to see you made it back safe an the car still running . Look forward to seeing what you make of it

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate, glad you're enjoying it! More to come.

[@Matt-t6l]

Awesome stuff Paul, great to see you get back safety I watched the episode from start to finish loved it. Good old Holden go for ever made to last. I hope you can continue the progress episode's on the LC fixing things and possibly painting it down the track, look forward to seeing more episode's soon. Good luck with everything and Happy New Year mate 🎉

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks heaps mate, more to come soon!

[@Matt-t6l]

Looking forward to it mate 👍

[@peteroneil9031]

Paul you are a true champion,well done I have watched you from start to finish and thoroughly enjoyed .merry Christmas.

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks man, you too!

[@testpilot6456]

Boot lid seal/ rubber important function keep exhaust fumes out& from pressurising the the roof liner. Seen this many times in the past.

[@StormHawksHD]

I'm assuming if you went through hay and then to west wyalong, you may have gone through my home town too. It's a junction of the A39 and A20.

[@epoh8698]

Happy to see her back on the road mate.

[@peterc2876]

Since I found your channel yesterday arv I’ve been glued to my phone watching every episode! Mate what a ‘blokes zone’ adventure experiencing this with you. It’s so good to see our mates helping mates culture is very much alive and kicking…awesome effort Paul 👍

[@oldskoolonly]

That’s what it’s all about! Glad you’re enjoying it 👍

[@peterc2876]

@ How do I purchase a Tshirt?

[@oldskoolonly]

Oldskoolonlystore.com

[@peterc2876]

@@oldskoolonly cheer’s Paul, tshirt/sticker ordered!

[@oldskoolonly]

Sweet, just saw that come through. I’ll get it out to you asap 👌🏻

[@StickyBaldieAdrian]

So glad I found your videos! I’ve been watching since the beginning and you’ve inspired me to try a similar thing for myself. Road trip for mental health, escape everything by seeing something new with a news car to experience it.

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks mate, appreciate the support. Glad I could inspire you!

[@jut9296]

Deadly series mate. Thanks for taking us along with you.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate 🍻

[@pa6370]

I've crossed Australia twice in my car. I knocked the cam bearings into place, fitted all the snap rings in the auto, pressed the bearing onto the LSD, all the wiring, the body and paint, upholstery, etc.. It is a very different thing to cross in the country in YOUR car, in comparison to what most people do. Beautiful!

[@oldskoolonly]

Respect!

[@DouglassLeatherworks]

I wouldn't change much on the car. Maybe a Celica 5 speed. Different carb. Fix the oil leak. Unbelievable journey mate.

[@chrisvarvakis138]

Thoroughly enjoyed your Build and Journey Paul! Now eager to see the next chapter on the little Torrie👏👏👏

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers, mate! Glad you liked it!

[@aussie-c10-68]

Greatest Aussie build & roadtrip all in one.. so cool, congrats.. looking forward to the next one.

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks heaps, glad you enjoyed it!

[@Cappyscars]

I have a unrestored LC 2 door S 138 with 3 speed column shift and will NEVER change it I love it …I live in the lower mountains as well we should catch up for a pic mate

[@oldskoolonly]

Cool! Nice to know that there’s a few around!!

[@HOTICE976]

well done Paully. absolute best show on youtube. enjoyed your journey from the beginning. good to see the WA boys helping you out. they all have great channels as well, a great community. as for the Torana and what you should do with it. its always your car and you can do what ever you want...but...i would leave it as it is to remind you of your journey and the people you you have met along the way. all the very best.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate, much appreciated! Glad you’re enjoying the journey.

[@tongoio]

Always a headwind on the null mate. makes the gas go like you got a leak Im told. Thanks so much for taking us on the ride you are a legend

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate, glad you enjoyed it!

[@nevillewomersley7841]

What a great trip.I did not see the early videos of the rescue and repair of the Torana, but I did enjoy the trip "home" with you.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate glad you enjoyed it, the build videos are worth the watch and will put it all into perspective 🍻

[@darrenpashley870]

Awesome work. Keep it original get the column shift sorted.🍻

[@bruceaskin9645]

Multiple carbs require constant tuning . A proper Holley set-up is far less maintenance, however holleys are prone to catching fire due to wear around the butterfly shaft.

[@kbtchick]

Thoroughly enjoyed watching this, makes me want to do it too. Couldn't have picked a better car to do it in either love the old LC/LJ toranas. Look forward to see what's next for the torana. Me personally I'd put tripples on it with a bigger cam.. Don't h8 me for this, I'd even consider putting in an auto and small stally just for some fun..🤙

[@rclass707]

I loved every bit the Torana coming back to life back on the road where it belongs,triple Webbers are my favorite.Can't wait to see more.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate

[@stuli6007]

Fit a 350 Holley as it's only 173 cubes. In my opinion a great carb. You can't pass through Bathurst without a pilgrimage to the holly land! Enjoyed every video..........

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate, appreciate the support!

[@GoodenuffCollective]

Love that intro Thunderbirds rock and so do your videos. Just signed up for the adventures. 🙏🇦🇺

[@oldskoolonly]

Thanks for the support mate, glad you’re enjoying the vids!

[@lukeduke3001]

Good to do the Bathurst circuit lol

[@Greyghost_138]

Epic series mate. Congrats

[@stuartphillips430]

I reckon your right about the oil leak,what else. Same old crappy tolerances and machining on new parts.well done on every front,I've enjoyed the ride.more please.

[@oldskoolonly]

Cheers mate