Dennis McCarthy's '56 Chevy Hot Rod | The High School Drag Racer

[@boston7704]

This car just puts a smile on my face. Old school in the best way.

[@GeminiMoto]

My dad is the one that built this car, looks and sounds even better in person. He's built many cars and always does a hell of a job, he's very "detail oriented" as some would say. Cool to see it featured on a big KZbin channel like this

[@tomgreen4520]

I doubt your dad built it Quit telling lies to impress your boyfriend

[@GeminiMoto]

@@tomgreen4520 I have video of it on my channel, go back under your bridge troll

[@GeminiMoto]

@Charles Daniel what? That was barely a coherent sentence. I don't honestly care enough to prove anything else. If you don't believe me why even comment? Just go about your day dude. You should have better things to do, if not that's pretty sad

[@SpeedTriple59]

Get him to check the travel on the brake pedal..08.42 it nearly goes to the floor..

[@timothydraper3687]

@@GeminiMoto Props to your Dad.

[@sidefx996]

What a fantastic car. Unlike a lot of the other build fads this never goes out of style.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree!

[@dukecraig2402]

The worst thing is in 1972 I remember going to a demolition derby at the county fair with my family and watching a whole bunch of 55 to 57 Chevy's being bashed beyond recognition in it. Who knew?

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

@@dukecraig2402 Oh yea, that went on a lot Duke.

[@CamaroRick]

I like that thing. Loose sliding bench seats that get the fear level rising. A period correct hotrod with all the right sounds! Badass

[@tremmer2229]

LOVE IT. Thanks for a true hot rod WITHOUT an LS under the hood. Great episode. Great guest. Great ride.

[@johngarneau4073]

Amen

[@TheMotorman80]

I love that Sean looked genuinely scared when he was ripping that thing!

[@szd963]

All I could think was, breathe Shaun, breathe

[@jessphuqette1716]

Comet flashback

[@wardmontgomery9259]

With the Tri -5’s when you look closely at the 56 you can see many of the best styling queues from the 55 & the 57 - I think it was underrated and this one turned out classy.

[@michaelbrown5601]

Thank you Dennis for shredding the clutch! Much respect for a man who drives with gusto. Most of all, thank you for banishing autotragics from your fleet. Save the manuals!

[@MegasXLR]

this is the first time I've seen something like this on a video here I think, loved it :D

[@farmhand6524]

"Save the manual". For sure... M always lookn for the C pedal r stick in any clip. Cant help it.

[@calvincooley1074]

Tight 56! Love the tire/wheel combo!

[@budwickman446]

My first car back in 1966 was a Hot Rod '56 Chevy. It had a "built" 327 (332) Isky roller cam, Mallory dual point, Edelbrock manifold 680 Holley and a 4speed Hydro trans, with a blown 4:11 Chevy rear end. I bought it from a Collage guy who needed the bucks and I put a '57 Pontiac rear-end in it. Street gears but built tough. This was prior to the Ford 9inch. The gearing wasn't right, but I drove it. What a fun ride. More power than I knew what to do with at 17. Anyway. The trans blew up and I was screwed. Then, I got drafted and I sold it to a Vietnam vet friend of mine. Back in those days Pontiac rear ends had BEEFY gears and axles. That was the way to go. Today, I so wished I had that '56 back again....Life goes on. In my opinion the '56 has the best lines of the three 55-57. But. That's just my opinion...

[@jamesborek8125]

Dig it! Nothing like being like "Yup, it broke but I've got a welder, gimme 24 hours"

[@davepalmatier5190]

That is my Kind of Car. Going up in the 60s70s my Pop had many and Drag Raced them. I'm Old School and always will be!!! There's Rarely a car that I see that I wouldn't change a thing. This 56 is perfect. My Pops had one just like And Sold it in 1972 for $500 bucks I was 7 years old and in love with it. The Car was from Texas and Rock Solid. My Dad pulled the body off the frame and painted and replaced everything. The body was in primer when he Sold it and it had slicks on it and skinny up front. Post car 210 I think. Love it Love it!!! Keep the cars coming.

[@geraldscott4302]

Absolutely love it. Manual transmission, carburetor, no seat belts, no ABS, no airbags, no electronics, this is a mans car. I wonder how he gets away with slicks on the street? I can't afford a car that nice. I have a 1982 Chevy S-10 shortbed standard cab 2 wheel drive, carbureted 383 with headers, 5 speed manual, 4:10 gears in a custom Moser rear end, no emissions crap, straight pipe exhaust, 225/70-14s on the front, 275/60-15s in the back, cowl hood, no power windows, no power door locks, no power mirrors, no heat, no A/C, no stereo, no power brakes, no power steering, no nothing that doesn't make it go, stop, and turn.

[@yamahaxs6501]

This checks all the boxes on the cool chart, for sure! The front bumper delete makes it look mean. I'm not a tri-five guy, but this is badass!

[@sanfranciscobay]

1:00 The Chrome Trim that runs from front to back looks cool.

[@glorialotz3333]

Not chrome. Stainless.

[@MagaRickn]

Awesome! Building a 56 now that I have had for 50 years. Actually, rebuilding. Glad to hear him say he would like a big block in it as I have a 69 model 427 going back in mine. :) Good times!

[@richardwarfield7386]

Luv Denis' passion for old school hot rods. Simple straightforward Bad ass '56

[@SuperCommando60]

i luuuuv this car...exactly how i remember them in the mid 60's. so glad he kept the sbc...283-327 small mains chevs were the best. this will *always* be cool

[@SWFabrication.]

What a beautiful car and perfectly built, just classic. And it has three pedals, awesome just awesome. I'd daily drive it :)

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

So true

[@bryanluntz1603]

Great '56 Exactly what I grew up around Most were small blocks Cool little ride 👍

[@tonysteppan8495]

Memories of Whittier Blvd. 3 nights a week at Bob's big Boy or hanging out on a side street watching to see somebody to race down in Santa fe springs. Way too many cops on the Blvd. Plus you could run uncorked with less chance of getting pulled over. How cool to check out that sweet ride ! Autotopia LA comes through AGAIN!!

[@bryanluntz1603]

@@tonysteppan8495 Had a next door neighbor with a 390 powered Hillman and a 350/turbo 400 70 Datsun pickup named Tang Can't remember what year the Hillman was Whittier Blvd most Friday nights

[@tonysteppan8495]

@@bryanluntz1603 We lived next to the Quad mall off laurel. The mall parking lot always seem to be where broken 396 Chevelles with a rod poking out of the block. Dead giveaway was the oil slick. So many years have passed. Funny you mention a Hillman. In the 70's I worked with a guy who had one. But he lived in Orange County, So I don't know if he ever hit the Blvd. His car was downright fearsome. All motor, fiberglass seats, He knew what it was capable of, but I only got one eye opening ride. My brother ran a 69 GTO judge carousel red. look orange to me. His Buddy had a 69 also Green black vinyl top. My 57 chevy was a 265 2 barrel so running anything other than a Honda 50 was about it. HA! I'll ask my brother about Tang, see if he recalls. So many cars that we never thought would disappear into the 80's. But the late 60's and early 70's was a wild time. holidays

[@bryanluntz1603]

@@tonysteppan8495 Wayne Short was my buddy with the Hillman n Datsun from Lakewood I had a 4banger Datsun myself Whittier Blvd and Bellflower Blvd were the cruiser weekend places then Bellflower was cruising only Take about an hour to cruise a mile or two Super crowded Good times

[@tonysteppan8495]

@@bryanluntz1603 What a trip. Lived in Maywood early on, moved to La Puente then Whittier and back to Walnut. Worked in city of commerce for 20 yrs. My Dad 38 yrs. small world Huh! Most of the folks I worked with were from Bell and Downey aera. Hey Man Have Happy Holidays!

[@MrUltraworld]

I first went to the drag strip in the late '60s when I was 5yrs old. We took a lot of pictures there. This was the exact car I first saw there. The same mods too. They ran high 12's. I'm going to dig out those old photos today.

[@dukecraig2402]

Fred Garvin, male prostitute. I'll bet you thought nobody would catch that one. I was a kid in the late 70's when SNL was in it's golden age, I saw all of them when they came out and some have stuck in my mind from the night they originally aired with Fred Garvin being one of them. Who could ever forget Dan Aykroyd trying to pose on that bed like a high fashion model, OMG my side still hurts over 40 years later I laughed so hard. It's right up there with the time the repairman came to the Lubners house.

[@danbourg76]

That's one angry 56'. Awesome car and awesome build! My Grandfather had a 56' in the same color but with a white roof and rear quarters. This car brought back memories.

[@christophwilhelm6431]

Is that neptune green?

[@tfjack97]

Badass, OOOH fuck, it broke, see ya tomorrow and do it again. How cool is that. Thanks for parts 1 & 2.

[@victorblack7104]

I can't believe it! This is my '56 from high school! Same color even! I can't stop watching this video!

[@reginalddentry7338]

My cousin in front Royal Virginia had a 283 4 bbl and it seemed so fast and cool in 1967

[@anthonyarnold906]

Gear slammin old school goodness

[@wyattfortune5494]

Really looked like it was a fun ride after he got it to hook up and go after that little mishap. Personally find it badass that it’s a small block 56 too and it’s definitely not slow.

[@christopherhill6064]

I love watching anything Dennis builds.

[@johnmedina5399]

Hits harder than most of the cars featured on the channel.

[@chrischandler5914]

Loved this episode, that '56 IS what I grew up with as my dad's '55 had the same vibe. By far the best part for me , it is an old school hot rod and it broke, but was back side steppin the clutch. Full props!

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

Sweet! I love the drivers! I haven't seen a decent gasser in a while (maybe you can help), but this '56 Hot Rod can fill the gap until then.

[@jasonstanford]

Check out the Southeast Gassers association and Nickey Performance in Chicago builds a few a year.

[@dukecraig2402]

Everytime I see a 55 to 57 Chevy I can't help but to think of Two Lane Blacktop. Matter of fact I think I'll dig that DVD out and watch it today.

[@bazilwreckerloughead]

There's just something about an old Chevy, love the stance!

[@briankinnear7461]

Classic old school build. Love it. Remember tri-5's built like that back in the day...70's - 80's. Very, very nice build. Merry Christmas.

[@stevepick9527]

Smiling ear to ear here too! Love old school, did some racing with my high school buddies in the 60’s That SB sounds awesome!

[@deedywoodruff9224]

LOVE THIS‼️My First car was a ‘56 Chevy Belair and I Still LOVE it Every time I see one! This sure brings back Lots of Fun Hot Rod racing for fun memories❣️I’ve been a car lover all my life ❣️Thanks Soo Much ♥️‼️

[@PeninsulaBassClub]

The cars keep getting better and better.

[@ethankc2864]

Hot rods like these are the reason I got into cars. Really cool ride. Absolutely love tri fives

[@oldskool59]

Just love how the front end bounces when he shifts.

[@jeffreynolds3848]

oldskool59 - yep, I agree - I also thought the car kinda ‘stood to attention’ at the start of each pull...!

[@haffrods7055]

I've been subbed for a couple years and NEVER miss a video. We need MORE tri fives. That 56 rips

[@cyrilculton1181]

Great memories man. My brother had a '55, my best bud a '56 & I had a '57. All the tri 5's. The "push bar" front bumper was definitely legit from the 60's. Nice!

[@409adamc9]

This is one of the BEST videos yet! Keep ‘em coming!

[@sru1436]

Cool car. Love the old vintage green Stewart Warner Gauges.

[@tobeurichard8969]

Seeing that car rip through the gears, mm mm!! feelin the muscle in that!

[@timmitzlaff8960]

I’m 68 got my license in 69. Man I love that 56. It’s perfect! Brings back many memories of the original Irwindale.

[@stelitejet]

Love to see more old school stuff.. Don't see enough of it these days.. Great video keep up the good work😎👍

[@heinrichbier4759]

What a sweet ride love the light front end on the shifts

[@danmyers9372]

Totally dig it. Love the retro hot rod vibe.

[@akashkapil9948]

So dope. I grew up in SoCal and this car speaks to me. I would totally love to have one just like this. This is a top favorite episode, been following since early days of this channel

[@AutotopiaLA]

Glad you liked it so much! And thanks for being there so long. I genuinely appreciate it

[@akashkapil9948]

Right on! killing it with the content

[@jakeresnick2669]

Gotta love the bang shifting 4spd building a 55 chevy 2dr post gasser with straight axle of course will be a 468 bbc with a muncie m21 close ratio and big 456 gears in a Ford nine inch will be fun that's what it's all about idc if the muncie holds up or not that's part of hot rodding beat on it just like this with slicks and open fenderwell headers dont need no mufflers... my pops taught me well I love oldschool even though I'm into LS stuff but nothing like old school hot rods doesnt need to be the fastest thing the look and sound and 4spd is all you need

[@chuckmiller83]

He is such a legend. That’s one beautiful car he’s got too. I like how he knew exactly what was wrong with out even looking at it. That’s how you know he’s a real car nut. Great video!

[@sickjohnson]

Oh man that was pretty cool! Have a merry Xmas guys.

[@rjmzz430]

Things a rampaging beast ,wouldn't change a thing it's perfect!!!

[@talesofanasphaltjockey]

Man that car is just so perfect ... those wheels really fit the throwback style .

[@mwhitelaw8569]

I can totally relate to breakin' stuff Seems I do it frequently when thrashin' Sweet Ole ride dude

[@genemounce8302]

CONGRATS ON THE 300K SUBS chief ! Merry Christmas from the Texas hill country ! \m/

[@tomvalpo9361]

I love how the car jumps when you stab it.

[@roddernorthstar154]

My favorite ride you have had on so far

[@buckreynolds1779]

Old school sweet. Poetry in motion........................

[@thecollectoronthecorner7061]

I also old past 70. And I like that you kept the stock front suspension. Back in the Day to run in the gas classes a straight axle wasnt a requirement. Like you stated most straight axle cars where Ran in the Altered wheelbase classes.

[@robertrusso877]

The ‘56 is like George Harrison of the Beatles ~ it’s really the best one and my favorite. Happy holidays!

[@XAPAN88]

It’s a gasser Dennis…it’s a gasser😍 beautiful piece❤️‍🔥

[@michaellopez550]

Nice car bad ass good to here there still old school guys out there

[@johnbehneman1546]

I LOVE IT!!!! I LOVE OLD-SCHOOL HOT RODS!!!! SO SIMPLE & SO MUCH FUN!!!!! THANKS FOR SHARING!!!!

[@Military-Museum-LP]

Nice to see someone who can still “bang shift”.

[@01surge24]

Absolutely my style…I keep my Chevelle the way I would have had it when I was in high school in the 70s…that’s when I became a car guy and I keep that way…this ride is one of the best so far show cased…Love it.

[@bandagefreak]

This is more like it, Shawn!! None of those rubber band tyres on oversized wheels - THIS is where it's at! Happy Christmas to you all from over here in Scotland :@D

[@-g-4356]

Listen here you fockers! The Monte Carlo from Tokyo drift was sick as hell! Had those slicks on all four tires. Mean looking car loved it!

[@LKRS111]

Best video on this channel so far....🤙👍

[@edrivera4574]

Nice 56 Chevy! Awesome Old School brings back alot of good memories 💪😎👍

[@danielcrowe8940]

My first car, 56 chevy 2 door sedan just like that only dark green......sure wish I had it now.......

[@buff6637]

Absolutely Pefect!! Thank you for keeping it an old school 3 pedal!!

[@tylerstephen6053]

Gorgeous. Actually love the colour. Reminds me of spearmint. Sounds spot on. Awesome job 🤙

[@Tom-cy5em]

Very cool 56 sounds and looks so cool sharing on FB.

[@HomeImprovementInsider]

That's what banging gears is all about!!!

[@ironhorse127]

Those 4.88’s sure bring the revs up fast. Beautiful 56

[@keithsinquefield9278]

This take me back to the good old days when cars was a real car.

[@iansharpe8420]

Love the Tri-Fives. So cool.

[@DejonColeman94]

Hard shedding, respect Dennis

[@jeffreynolds3848]

Dennis - I really dig... ‘Big!’

[@connorholcomb6141]

So awesome, I LOVE old school builds just have a classic magic around them that draws me in way more than something modern or radically custom.

[@sandozman6085]

Thats killer, I love nostalgia rods.

[@MCsAdvice]

This isnt a car, this isnt a hot rod...this is ART.

[@josearturolara6497]

Miss my grandpa's 56 Belair ! Damn nice ride !

[@kylec166]

WOW the way any of Chevy Mopar Ford should be built from this Era. No hi tech junk. Just simple all ways run way longer than the newer computer junk love it I am a Mopar guy but love the ok'd cars when people used to drive with carburators yeah.

[@DDSpeedShop]

Bad ass

[@kentstephens4770]

Nice old school Car. I'm old school and love looking at these. Fun to drive also.

[@aarongrattafiori617]

Really really nice 56

[@michaelcrisp2239]

A step back in time,,,thank you

[@josephharnett5075]

What a sweet old school ride reminds me of my 56 Chevy Wagon had the front bumper removed almost the same color of mine those were the days my friend 😊

[@arniesegovia2809]

Way cool ride

[@donshotrodgarage1717]

Great Video man! That 56 Chevy is so slick man they nailed it on that car! And that 327 hits hard in there with the muncie 4 speed and 4:88 out back! Very cool stuff man. Have a good one Buddy 👍

[@ccjensen4670]

I purchased a 56 Chevy 150 utility sedan that was built by Pacific Bell in Sanra Rosa Caif. It delivered phone books in our area. The shop that seviced it since new was the registered owner at the time I bought it...other than a paint shop and the six cylinder swapped for a 283" it still had the original upolstry. Still have it....but is now powered by a L-78 BBC with a six speed backed by a Chevelle 12 bolt rear with Alson ladder bars...Black paint with blue flames. The last of many tri fives that I've owned...LOL

[@zdzislawbed9584]

As always great!

[@jaysongraft3627]

Awesome car. Thanks. 😎👊

[@supersport57]

What a great looking car.

[@DymondzTrucking1962]

A very sweet 56 Chevy love it.

[@JaredR1996]

Now that is old school 🔥 #Savethemanuals

[@badgerbait8351]

Beautiful bowtie! Stay with the mouse! I had a fire-breathing SB in my 64 Chevelle SS with 4:10s and had a great time! Decided to go with a 454, and now I miss the nostalgia and simplicity of the mouse. Also found that the rat has been much harder on the M22 and clutch! Love the BBCs, but someone always has more coin and time, and will humble you on any given day. Get beat while twisting a mouse and you still have dignity.

[@waynewells915]

That is super cool 😎

[@ciscovilla4277]

Feliz Navidad Shawn enjoy all your episodes hope to see you at the Chicago Auto show 2022