1951 Ford Victoria... Will it Still Run? V8 Showdown Flathead First Start this Year!

Hi guys! Short one today... Let's pull the 1951 Ford Victoria Hardtop out and go for a little drive! This is one of the fine V8 autos from last year's "V8 Showdown", and I haven't started it since race day... Let's see how it still goes!
Thanks so much to everyone who ordered a 1937 Chevy shirt! They are being printed now and we'll ship them out as soon as they are done! ... Cheers from me and Miss Frankers!
See you on Saturday for the SOS...
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T8E 2J1
#junkyard #ford #flathead #project #1950s
#oldstartcoldstart #restoration #poodle
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[@coldwarmotors]

Hi guys! Short one today... Let's pull the 1951 Ford Victoria Hardtop out and go for a little drive! This is one of the fine V8 autos from last year's "V8 Showdown", and I haven't started it since race day... Let's see how it still goes! Thanks so much to everyone who ordered a 1937 Chevy shirt! They are being printed now and we'll ship them out as soon as they are done! ... Cheers from me and Miss Frankers! See you on Saturday for the SOS... Please feel free to check out our Patreon page at : www.Patreon.com/coldwarmotors where we have extra videos and pictures and a bunch of people hanging out and bs-ing about cars! We have set up a Paypal Donations Page if you'd like to help out the cause here... Very much appreciated! Here is the link: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted... Mailing address: 253, 22169 TWP 530 Ardrossan, Ab Canada T8E 2J1 #junkyard #ford #flathead #project #1950s #oldstartcoldstart #restoration #poodle

[@myrunningshoes34]

So with the Biscala and Buick efforts lined up is the SM resto on hold ?

[@kirbyhumphrey3653]

Hey Scott! I love all the makes and models you have on display, but you could make it a daily. Not suggesting anything, but that old Victoria is really nice

[@steveshoemaker6347]

l have ridden a many a mile in 1951 Ford back in the 1950's when i was growing up......Thanks Scott Tom and of course happy dog Frankers.... Old F-4 II Pilot Shoe🇺🇸

[@demolitionman9307]

Just had a random thought, Something like that or another beyond repairing car, roughed in bodywork, and painted up like an old school Race car, (50's 60's) Dirt Speedway, for Yard Art. Using all the 2nds Panels/Parts, Running gear, Brakes. So it's still Driveable and Fun to beat around in the Backyard. And make it kinda useful as a Farm/Work hack, ( trailer hitch ) Rough, Tough and looks like an Absolute beast of a car.. And best of all , Should only cost a few hundred dollars. . Just a Thought. ( had a few Beers btw lol) Love from Australia

[@jetmec]

I like to see the old Victoria restored.

[@Sockieknowshockey]

Tom “What are ya changin oil here?” Lmao

[@patdesrosiers6423]

At least they know it still has oil pressure

[@vicmabus1532]

Flatties have the best burble!

[@Mercmad]

I'm glad the foreman was there to make sure the horn works 🎉

[@williamprice3700]

Keep em running!😀

[@MH-pw1rq]

That Fords one of my favorites

[@sbf_fox2434]

For some reason this episode brought back memories of Arnie going to Darnell's for the first time. I think it was the exhaust note.

[@Pedroisanickname]

I love the blub-blub-blub of flathead eight. ❤

[@mexicanspec]

The flat head sounds glorious.

[@dancerjim]

Sorta runs! Love it.

[@TommyBradham]

Thanks for the video 😊

[@ccpgmike620]

The Vicki is looking perilously close to becoming a “splice” candidate 😂

[@patdesrosiers6423]

It is a bit soft in places

[@valuepack2]

'scayne #2 is looking healthy. Cheers!

[@oliverw3646]

Thank you for sharing the velvety sound of the flathead V8.

[@IanHotson]

It runs and sounds just fine, and I think Miss Francine enjoyed the ride ! As always enjoyed the preview for Saturday night LOL

[@jorgefernandez-mv8hu]

What would Scott's day be without Tom giving him some jabs about anything. He's the best!

[@michaelnault5905]

It wants to live!

[@guyfuller1369]

Tom’s a classic! Just gotta get a dig in about the forklift. Love his role as a goad and efficiency supervisor.

[@patdesrosiers6423]

I’m sure he broke a lot of balls during his career and continues now

[@stuartstephens]

That oil geyser was pretty impressive. At least you know it has good pressure. 🙂

[@duncanfrere2656]

She's a real runner! Great exhaust note, too! You forgot to put the stock wheels and tires on it... just sayin' :-)

[@shedbythetracks]

It's pretty hot here today so I'm counting this as my "outside" time. Cheers to you and the carburetor primer.

[@glennnickerson8438]

Add a beard to the equation and It's even hotter!😆 Shoutout to The Shed!

[@shedbythetracks]

@@glennnickerson8438 Hey Glenn!

[@rogercamp6071]

Love those early fifties hardtops and here you have two side by side,now all you need is a Mopar to complete the set😅

[@hooligan_56labelle22]

I love that old shitbox duh I mean shoebox. That was the best looking one of them all. 2 door hardtop Vitoria 👌

[@rickrice3221]

Tom’s a hoot! See you Saturday!

[@liljoeii6091]

That was so good I watched it twice thank you for the video

[@bryduhbikeguy]

1 more...That geyser of oil was quite the opposite of most flatheads,that pour it out the seals ;)

[@MartsGarage]

700th like! Off to bed. See you Saturday! Love the old flatheads. All the best, Mart.

[@somerandomguy3868]

Considering how bad it was before last year's challenge it's really good

[@keithmcintyre6403]

Looks like I'll have to rush home to watch this one! Lol

[@bryduhbikeguy]

I look at it and think,'that's not too bad',and then the pan down the rockers...Yikes. I know you wouldn't have a problem Scott, but for the rest of us,we'd need more than and hour.I would at least. Cheers !

[@butcher390]

I had no doubt that Vicky would run Ash poured his mechanical soul into that car 🚗 The machine work was (& still is ) Extensive and impressive 🏆

[@danjohnston3422]

I like how the chrome "spear" up the passenger side runs over the spaces where the fender used to be... the artist's use of "negative space " is both subtle and daring...

[@southsideronnie]

Nice. Not a bad looking car! Thanks for sharing Scott and Tom!

[@ihrescue]

Thumbs up for a still sorta runs 51 Victoria. Sounds good and the oil pump works well. It looked like Jed Clampett shootin' at some food when up from ground came a bubbling crude, oil that is.

[@davidwiggins3451]

Excellent reference only a true Baby Boomer would know! Black gold; Texas tea!

[@Grandadsjunk]

What a lovely old twin spinner looks like it would be restorable even runs ok

[@tommytbone9778]

VICTORIA fire it up kaboom ...what a beast now that`s how ya giddyup,Padna

[@moparpollack6242]

Wow the Biscayne looks like it went on a weight loss program! Can't wait to see Saturday's show!

[@jamesthompson8008]

@moparpollack6242 No doubt & SERIOUS one at that! Saturday should be good!

[@Radiowild]

First cold start I've ever seen where Scott strikes oil! The Beverly Hillbillies would be proud!

[@richmelillo9637]

Of Course it still runs great! Watch how the crew made her run again last year or so. If they can do that, she will run forever! Francine still likes the ride! We love that burple! Cheers, Rich

[@barrykochverts4149]

Ford's answer to the "P-38 Lightning" inspired Caddy tail fin is a "twin prop" grille!

[@rumrunner1756]

That Vicky is one sweet ride. Yes, I know it has 3rd degree rust, but I can’t help myself. 💙

[@1corvair]

CWM classic. "What are ya changing oil here?"😂🤣

[@danielulz1640]

Hey Scott, have you ever noticed that 51 Fords used the 49 50 Meteor hood? 57 Ford factory grille guard is also a Meteor design, no need for the vee with a Ford grille. 59 Ford grille is a series of four pointed stars, if that is not a Meteor design, then I will eat my hat. I would love to see what the Canadian designers had in mind for the 58 Meteors before they were canceled and then reinstated at the last minute. 1961 Meteor Montcalm is still one of my all time favorite cars.

[@loumontcalm3500]

I heard they swapped designs in '59... liked the Meteor "star" grille and put it on the Ford instead.

[@danielulz1640]

That is patently obvious. ​@@loumontcalm3500

[@patmclean1951]

A little rust proof is all. Sounds great!

[@Fubarfighter]

I think Jim would be able to calculate the initial oil pressure by how high the geyser shot up. Black gold... Texas Tea.

[@damnbigyank9993]

Thanks for the flathead music. Cheers

[@CircleM20]

One of my favorite cars in your fleet.

[@DL-ry3qg]

Tom tickles himself lol Every crew needs an agent Tom

[@MC-re2ry]

I understand my folks owned one of those - until Grandpa wrecked it. Rolled it. I was only one year old. Lucky for me I wasn't along for the ride.

[@blowupbob1]

Scott, thank god Tom was there to show you where your rod was and show you where to stick it! The splice was looking good and can't wait for Saturday's show. Cheers!

[@DariusStefan1937]

Tom ain't nicknamed "Foreman" for nothin 😂

[@johnburch6927]

Uhhh, wasn't there something about wheels that started this endeavor? Love that you keep all those, at least the ones you can, running and good for yard deives. Cheers!! See ya Saturday

[@wesleypulkka7447]

Scott, with a tad of effort the ole Victoria came back to life! I had a 51 4 door Ford back in the early 60s and it was a strong runner! Had to replace the clutch and eventually needed brakes before a neighbor bought it after my uncle gave me his 52 Plymouth. The Ford was a $150 gift from my dad who wrecked my $100 49 2 door Ford in a role reversal between father and teen ager! I never wrecked any of his cars but who's keeping score? Cheers til Saturday!

[@terryeustice5399]

Well the 1951 Ford ran ok. Thought you were going to change the tires out. Thanks for sharing. 💕💯👊👍

[@markmclellon8516]

Victoria-ous, flathead's got the rumble!

[@bozodog428]

Love the 51 Victoria's with the 3 piece back lite. The after market makes almost every patch panel needed to repair one, including all the floors. Would make a great shop class project for young or old.

[@donpeterson7414]

I have to say: I was on the fence about buying a new fendi clutch bag until til I saw their ad in your channel. Good enough recommendation for me!

[@Mercmad]

Shop like a billionaire 🎉

[@joeandmichelle7375]

I dunno Scott the glimpse i got of hunny bunny id be pretty eager to introduce her to the ppl in the audience. Unless she doesn't want that of course....VAVOOM!! A very pretty lady that likes cars too?! Thats amazing. (Meant with the upmost respect of course)

[@Mr49Studebaker]

Always love some will it run or will it still run action.

[@8avexp]

Glad to see that Ford running! Wish my AMX still had its original keys. I did manage to obtain two sets of original Briggs and Stratton key blanks that AMC used and had duplicates made.

[@davidwiggins3451]

Love it. I have the original B&S keys for my 1962 Rambler Classic and my 1960 Ford F-350!

[@8avexp]

@@davidwiggins3451 We had a '62 Classic station wagon! My mother learned to drive on it.

[@brianbethel9929]

Scott, that old S.O.B.just keeps going! And the '51 Ford does too! 😂 I'm just kidding. What would you do if Tom wasn't able to supervise. We'd all like to be introduced to honey bunny...just saying. Good to see you all enjoying the day. Cheers from Wisconsin

[@glennnickerson8438]

Time to make Tom the curator/tour guide of the CWM Compound!😆

[@jamesmcdyer6158]

Thanks Scott for doing a will it still run video on the 1951 Ford Victoria it is a cool car hope to see more on it and Tom is just amazing a great guy looking forward to Saturday cheers.😊👍🍺✌❤

[@bannister556]

The roofline makes it special. Is this a candidate for a future splice?

[@user-he5me9td1t]

Nice flat head action. I cannot believe how well it runs considering how beat up it was! Great work!

[@brianmoore1648]

Killer Channel 🤘

[@michaelblaszkiewicz7283]

That engine was so bad when you pulled that intake, the fact it runs at all is a minor miracle.

[@patdesrosiers6423]

Scott and the agents are miracle men. With HB around they behave a bit better also

[@Nunofurdambiznez]

My paternal grandfather drove Fords his entire life (until my dad bought him a Cadillac later on in his life) and he LOVED his 51 Victoria!!

[@richardingraham6264]

I am 71 years old. I love watching episodes with Tom, the Supervisor. I am a big fan of sarcasm. I would love to hang with him on occasion. But, living in south central Florida, that is not going to happen! Best channel on KZbin.

[@richardlincoln8438]

It was fun seeing it prepared for the V8 challenge. It's a year older than i am but in much better shape. Thanks Scott. Best Wishes to everyone.

[@erichutchins2113]

Thanks as always. See you Saturday!

[@mathewblahnik7564]

Tom is simply PRICELESS!

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

Don't get me wrong, you did a decent job building that '51, but it would be a lot better if you installed a set of Ardun heads and a S.Co.T. blower. Also, you should really consider having all the chrome replated, it's really detracting from what is otherwise a pristine car.

[@davidwiggins3451]

Nice busting of the balls!

[@stevensheffield2059]

Tom kills me everytime ..thx 😊..looking forward to Saturday!

[@moparedtn]

*Vicky!* There it is, my favorite camera angle/shot - the one that says "classic CWM" to me - that low angle across the driveway up to the road. I don't know enough about camera terminology to explain it properly, but that low shot across the yard + drive pointing towards the highway just profiles the cars so well... Like a one-car parade as they go by. You can go back several years on this channel and see that same shot w/different cars and it's just so dang cool! - Ed on the Ridge

[@robertshemory3541]

What a cool classic car. Like it with the aluminum slots, and the flathead v8. Cheers until Saturday. ❤️👍✌️😎

[@duncanfrere2656]

Hunnybunny has great instincts with the camera! Get her a gimbal!!

[@stephenholland5930]

Or turn on the camera stabilisation.

[@mikesonneson2824]

Cheers!

[@thomasmarti5856]

Still loving the wheels on it. See you Saturday!

[@LegendsWorkshop]

You just can't argue with results, hey? She goes pretty good, despite having every excuse in the world not to. And sounds great!

[@cratecruncher4974]

That flathead looked terrible at the start of the V8 Showdown. Amazing.

[@patdesrosiers6423]

Turned out to be better than the boat anchor in the Studebaker

[@timwerner7771]

@@patdesrosiers6423 Yes! they had to drop ina new engine!

[@Awsom47Merc]

She sounds all "cammed" out and ready to run. My mom inherited my grandmother's 50 Vicky when I was five years old in1962. I can still remember the smell of the mohair interior. That car used to moan as it gained speed from a stop. My mom would say; " It's your grandmother. She's mad I'm driving her car."👊😎👍

[@HawklordLI]

That old Vicky deserves a full restoration.

[@javierdenardo2607]

Somebody should buy it

[@CharlesAtwell-or7bm]

He’s got a few ahead of it but a light tidy would be nice in the meantime.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Dear HawklordLI Definitely not. It's way too far gone and not a good looking car anyway. They already put way too much work/effort into this rotten rust bucket that was never maintained properly. Just remember all the crud in the engine. Best regards, luck and health in particular.

[@HawklordLI]

@@Chr.U.Cas1622 It's not even as 'far gone' as the 60 Plymouth was.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

@@HawklordLI That's not the way I see it because the engine is pretty much shot too. Worn out because of no maintenance. The rest of the car is the same. Don't forget that It also rolled over once!!! There is no second = donor car and the vehicle will be worth not much after a restoration. All in all: Quite the opposite of the sliced Plymouth. Additionally the Ford isn't beautiful nor rare.

[@johnnyappleseed6415]

Scott knocked $500 off of the '51 Ford AND the '50 Chevy.... :))

[@ianmiddleton9182]

Looking forward to a nice splice of impala on Saturday

[@geertvandermeer4938]

Again it is obvious why it's so important to have Tom around!

[@adaml19]

Don't think I'll ever get bored of you blokes f*&king around with these old rigs!!🍻🥳❤

[@danielwardley4185]

love that Vic, great to see it moving, and Tom right on form at 2:32 !

[@pkerit308]

Crestline was 1952-54. The Crestliner was 50 and 51

[@danielulz1640]

But that was the dolled up two door sedan only. In 51, Victoria was a stand alone model, though technically a part of the Custom range.

[@debhart4302]

I love that Vicky. We had a 53 Customline and a 53 F-100, and we miss them. Had to sell them both to pay my breast cancer bills 7 years ago. I think the Vicky would be a good restoration project for you guys.

[@KiwiStag74]

You just cannot beat the low low idle of a flathead V8. Magnificent to see the beast fire up so easily after a year of slumber. The Vicky has some great lines and would look fantastic if she was more intact, but getting her to that point would be way more work than one summer's worth and how much demand for the finished product would there be....besides us mad buggers of course!

[@jameslovestokyo]

6:32 “Be careful, he has no brakes in that thing” - the summer 2024 Cold War Motors bumper sticker.

[@pcbullets8726]

Nice to see this one still running! See ya Saturday!

[@grindleyferris]

Hey Scott, I was hanging for a toke of coldawarmotors this week! Great Job on Laura's P5. Do remind Keith that a relay fitted for the headlamps will save the main switch from cooking as most of them do (probably why it had no lights originally as I recall). Also, the wiper motor that you didn't recognize at first has a knurled knob on the side whereby one can adjust the wipers sweep when switching them off. This reverses the motion and parks the blades, rising over and tucking under the chrome windscreen surround resting behind the fresh air intake in the centre and onto its little chrome pedestal on the right. This also ensures that the sweep of the blades in normal usage starts closer to the right of the screen and doesn't lift up off the left curve of the screen at the end of its stroke. They're almost out of sight when not in use, a really neat feature I've not seen on any other cars. Incidentally, you'd be well-advised to obtain a head gasket set from Rimmer Bros or Australia if you can find one. There's a wretched fat O-ring at the thermostat bypass that slowly turns to stone then pops one fine day, necessitating removing the head...

[@PaulinesPastimes]

It lives still, wonderful looking car. Through rose coloured glasses of course! Didn't you swipe the front bumper of the Chev when you were backing in? 😄

[@craignehring]

Sweet, gotta love th flathead V-8

[@rekord1969]

Love the old flat head Ford V8…

[@stockcat21]

And up from the ford came a bubbling crude oil that is black gold

[@brian70Cuda]

So great to see and hear her run!! I just wish she didn't have so much cancer... Small thing, that hood emblem brings back so many memories, a dear friend of the family had one when I was a kid. I always loved the emblem on the hood;)

[@crushingvanessa3277]

Cool, go for little rip during the week.

[@nerradnosnhoj5122]

Frankers in the Vicky !!!! Runs very nice future save no doubt Thank you for the video.