Duct Tape Drags 2023: Flat Towing, Bus Adventure, and Missed Shift.

I took the DIY Funny Car (Jeep) to the Duct Tape Drags in Tucson, AZ. Of course, just getting there was an adventure, because I decided to flat tow it behind the 1953 Kenworth Bus. Even though a lot of things went wrong, the important stuff went right. It was a big adventure!
I really appreciate David Freiburger for keeping this show going. I really like the atmosphere, and having my car judged by him and Steve Dulcich was one of the highlights for me.
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[@josephmaughan1635]

I wonder if you realize how much joy you bring to others by watching your genius and problem solving talent. Thanks for another fun adventure.

[@RobertFay]

*- Agreed, Joseph. Thanks for saying better than I what I was thinking, too.*

[@jasonnoteboom4489]

Man, that’s awesome to get such high praise from Mr Freiburger. Well deserved. Bravo! Looking forward to the next video.

[@ITALJUTE]

This was another excellent mini-series I binge-watched. Honestly, I cannot get enough of this phenomenal channel.

[@johnshrader1655]

Watching you shift the gears with acceleration building, seeing the rival car over your shoulder going even faster makes an exciting action movie

[@corydriver7634]

Dude! The Jeep did an awesome job and so did you especially considering the little bit of practice you’ve had in it. Drive on man you’re the best in my book!

[@MacsSpecialitiesProperties]

for sure!!

[@stevezwemer1262]

Might look sketchy but in reality it’s pretty well put together. In comparison , Years ago they used “muffler molly” exhaust tubing for frame rails and roll cages in the early drags. “Wild Willie” Borsch of the “Winged Express” Top Fuel Altered was interviewed in a Hot Rod magazine article as revealing that back in the day they just used exhaust tubing or “muffler molly” as he called it, for frames and cages. If they wrapped it up into the wall they would just cut off the bent parts and weld in new exhaust tubing. Ready for the next weekend. Interesting story….. scary if true, but Willie Borsch worked at a muffler shop in LA in the 50’s-60’s so the story is probable.

[@thomasnawrot6872]

That bus is really cool, you've done a great job getting it back into reliable condition. And your backyard gasser is awesome, I think you should keep your eye out and try and horse trade yourself a big block for it. Or maybe turbocharging? I'd love to see the way you go about building a turbo kit with only used/free parts, your skillset and attitude makes for great learning and entertainment. Regardless, a great video from one of my favourite channels.

[@captainzoll3303]

I reckon a compressed air supercharging system could make a lot of power gains, and he's probably already got all the necessary bits laying around.

[@monkeybarmonkeyman]

A total go-wrap... but myself, yah, think you could spend a bit more time on the bus as you're probably going to have and use it the rest of your days. TBH, 13 in that jeep is about 13 seconds faster than I'd want to drive it 🙂

[@stevezwemer1262]

Looks Factory

[@dadiusmaximus]

LMMFAO!!!

[@fivecitydirttracker4776]

😆😅😂😂😆🤣😆

[@Mudsuitable]

Dude, you're awesome!! I've been trying to break into 13s with my 97 5.2 AWD ZJ and its not easy to do without spending lots of cash which isn't happening.. I can't wait to see what you're gonna do next!!

[@tonydowd8566]

Definitely a win, win, win, win, win. On the edge of my chair the entire video. One of the bestest on KZbin 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@dalepowell6815]

I really enjoy your videos and your sense of humor. I still think your video on the small boat in the kids swimming pool has to be the funniest video I've ever seen on you tube.

[@talltom1129]

Thanks for the towing review along with your race results!

[@MegaRetr]

Man, that’s awesome 😊

[@thqp]

Love all the praise from Freiburger! Would have been interested hearing what Dulcich had to say about it too :D

[@StewartPaton]

Yep, definitely some extra special bonus wins here! My memories of racing are that it was always handy to have a few mates around to push your car forward whilst it was in the staging queue. Save wear and tear on the starter! 🤣

[@Chr.U.Cas2216]

Dear LBG 👍👌👏 Yes, I totally agree, you and your vehicles did well. I hope to see you investing a bit more work in the bus. This good old family vehicle definitely deserves it. Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards luck especially health to all of you.

[@teamidris]

Just out of international interest, the EU plug is 13 pin round with a constant live and a fridge line. The left and right hand side lights are split. I actually like it :o)

[@jonscott831]

Casual background audio of THE David Freiburger saying you're legit. Big congrats, my guy. You're doing good work.

[@cliffhaupt5413]

That was awesome. What a great event.

[@ion5065]

glad to see you had fun makes me want to try some drag racing

[@andrewwilson8317]

Bored at work, only salvation is watching your great video. Every bone in my body wants to tell them to shove it!, fill a big cooler and join you on the road trip!!

[@chrissmith7655]

Hi so much great all round entertainment ,many many thanks from Nr Liverpool UK.

[@JesusThineBeTheGlory]

I love this channel, all his videos are great fun

[@skipstein744]

Onward! to Victory!!

[@BeamerTheFox]

that was awesome dude, that thing rips lol, i didnt think it being as heavy as it is is would go like that, hooks good, dont break anything yet, shifts soild, just a damn good build buddy, buss is a champ to thats awesome to, just needs a lil breathing on an she'll be good to the moon an back

[@mikeschneider2161]

Dude you need to get a pneumatic air saw ! One of the best tools I’ve ever bought

[@CasperRc81]

My lord that bus is wonderful, your a great guy thank you.

[@spamanator666]

Nice! I bet that bus was also a conversation starter in the pits!

[@tedvandell]

Looks like a lot of fun. Keep racing!

[@jdfmfb03]

AWESOME Everything you are GENIUS 👍🏁🇺🇸

[@danpags7023]

Excellent video. Enjoyed the racing.

[@brettlittle9913]

Without doubt the best magyver man on the tube,👍👍👍

[@stanleyflory6702]

Great Job, buddy! Love your channel!

[@JimsIfitaintbrokefixit]

You have the best Videos.......your DeadPan delivery is spot on.

[@jlucasound]

Only the best. That Jeep will cream the competition once you work out the "bugs". (You are spot on; the inconsistencies were what "threw" your (mental) built in "shift sequence". It happens to us all, at one time and/or another. That engine is a monster. I know. I ride a ZX1400.)

[@frank-t6857]

All in all this was a win 👍

[@dananderson2786]

Thanks for showing the world you don't need something new to have a good time! I don't care for the new stuff. Cost to much and is it any better when u crash it? Love your simple style. I have been dragging broken parts over boulders for years. And I don't wanna quit because I have young ones running around. Redirected funds! Thanks

[@charlescastle5566]

That was cool as it gets right there. Thanks for taking us along for that adventure. I know you had fun so you must have done it right lol.

[@WingedLibra0]

Amazing as always!!

[@Josh.Davidson]

You inspire me to learn more about cars. Can’t wait too have a driveway that holds a project vehicle in addition to the daily!

[@baxojayz]

I was looking forward to seeing this ever since I saw your car in another channel! Great job!

[@scrotiemcboogerballs1981]

Thanks for sharing next time you should put a turbo on the engine I’m sure you can find something in a scrap bin that would work awesome video buddy

[@aaronmcconnell7358]

The fact that you impressed Frieburguer and Dulcich Is impressive.well done.

[@philmunson7773]

Awesome adventure!

[@rexkean]

Win or lose at the track, that's a WIN!

[@paulwatts905]

Like many others i,m sure, i watch many you tube channels. Yours is by far now my favourite as you still do real world repairs and fabrication with tools we all have or can have. Thanks for sharing, please don,t change. Paul (UK)

[@GeorgiaRidgerunner]

freiburger rememberered lowbuck garage thats impressive fist bump

[@mikeconner5119]

looks like a win win win all the way nice to see a plan come together good job looking forward to the next video

[@todmatthew5824]

I love your attitude of seeing everything as an opportunity, even when most would give up. And the lope of that engine! Sounds similar to the intro to Hot for Teacher

[@danperkins2430]

Dude, you crack me up. If I were your neighbor, I’d spend 1/2 of my time at your place.

[@Saltshaker2016]

Well done sir. Well done.

[@3rdpig]

That's awesome! And a trip your family will always remember. That's a win in my book!

[@anthonymarcello1265]

Not too freaking shabby for something that unconventional and built in your garage. Excellent.

[@jerryb1234]

I take it you didn't win?, that's too bad, you'll get them next year maybe, great video,👍, and thanks for sharing.

[@twospeed319361]

Love the bus. That's racing. Been there

[@markrandall1456]

Cool

[@Roger-hq1yt]

Excellent, thats the funniest vehicle on the track i reckon, love the mgb suspension, Extremely popular amongst uk hot rodders.

[@rustyrobinson8027]

Good show thanks 👍

[@michiganporter]

I hear derrick in the background man that looks fun

[@patrickthemayor2524]

Fun !

[@billyhaddock5540]

Congrats LBG, on winning two times. Bus and Jeep-1 broke-down on the road-0 now that's a win..

[@tonto9845maluco]

The sound of the engine inside the cabin, sounds exactly like the jalopy(muscle car) from half life 2 and I love every part of it, the agressive noise it make its music to my ears.

[@markB40]

Way to go, great watching

[@arthurbach9016]

What I've seen on you're show you should have a master's degree in engineering.Keep up the great work.Love it

[@jlucasound]

What is wild is, you're doing this anyway! It is just a little bit more to record it. Well, maybe a little more than that. Thank You J. for sharing your genius with us.

[@brianmorrow9815]

Great job. As always

[@AndrewHCann]

Congratulations on Racing Glenn :) also tow bus with Jeep and excellent video too!

[@rheidtech]

You my friend have stories to tell. 🎩🛡⚔🦁🌄 subbed on rumbs

[@zeusapollo8688]

So awesome

[@dirk4926]

Glad everything worked out well for you and I'm glad you're having fun

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Glad to see you had a nice time James!! 😁👍 It was pretty cool to hear them talk highly of your Jeep build! 🔧🔩

[@Gpgesell1]

you sound like Hank Hill from king of the hill. Thats awesome

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

Very enjoyable. I can relate to the later and later and later starts. Sometimes I have a full year to get ready....and still......... tHanks for the great video!

[@officialbazzargaming]

Praise from Caeser there, from the roadkill gang, them knowing you via content is a true show of your quality!

[@whodat90]

I love that you said the family had an event to remember, not that they had a good time!

[@MaxNafeHorsemanship]

I had to watch this one after seeing your car in the background of another video I was watching. Unique stands out.

[@Iowa599]

I used the Hopkins trailer light adaptors on several motorcycles, with no issues. My Nighthawk has 4" bus taillights (LED) added to the ammo box panniers & I wired them to be taillights, brake lights, and turn signals, with the stock (center) taillight wire cut (so it's brake light only}.

[@Mag_Aoidh]

I actually saw it last night on VGG.

[@tonydowd8566]

Same here in the staging lane.... This guy is amazing.....😮😂🎉

[@andyknappenberger7512]

Good video, thank you

[@alangordon3283]

Brilliant and excellent as ever.

[@keithwight856]

It was so cool to see the Cherokee at Duck Tape Drags

[@mrpopps6322]

love it

[@joegrabowski6011]

Your approach to life is so direct and intuitive! If someone can figure out how to put just a bit of that in a pill and prescribe it to these youngsters the world would get along better ! Keep up the great content!!!

[@xy_iron]

i love your channel. keep it up

[@jlucasound]

Nilight has a "Shoe in" on your channel. They saw the potential as I did. Your channel is ready to "Explode"!

[@CEOsario]

Hell yes...Big win...thanks for sharing...

[@daviddamico4288]

You did a awesome job with everything that you did with the car and bus ..

[@mikeashmun4120]

What great fun, I’ve truly enjoyed your videos….I love the bus….keep the videos coming….Mike from Northern California

[@matthewmann8951]

Good job my man. Peace Im watching. Jeep is awesome. Thanks.

[@user-rw8fy4cf3d]

Another Big Win! Right On!

[@BIllMcCambridge]

Thanks for sharing yalls adventures. My favorite duct tape drag 2023 video so far!!

[@petercapuano3418]

You are the man glad you had so much fun can't wait for your next video to drop

[@MrJanaRobi]

That was great !Glad you make time to see other home made cars .Fun

[@VernGraner]

I just watched this whole series and I feel like I went on an adventure with you! Great Job! 👍😁

[@russellregnier5811]

Great job. I love watching your videos. Especially the old military vehicles. The halftracks, the Mutt truck, and the old jeeps. Can't wait to see what's next

[@reddo84]

have to say, i rate that bus! Super cool, Nice work on the jeep too Cheers Jim

[@jefferywarburton2116]

That's awesome. I'm glad the bus didn't give you much trouble, that could be harsh.

[@benjamincresswell3713]

Great job! Along w/ that Chevy distributer I'd ditch the 5 speed. Get an older 318 electronic distributer w/ longer centrifugal advance so you can start it at lower initial timing. Then get an 833 slick shift w/ Hurst Super Shifter and start learning how to shift at WOT. I see 12.5's @ 110. Best of luck, stay safe but have fun. I used to. ben/ michigan

[@markc5593]

Not to mention they both look great!

[@mwyatt222]

you should consider a 2 speed power glide in the jeep. Love the channel.