FIRE! The Burnout Truck Needs Work - Let's fix it and make MORE improvements!

[@TMGMrClean]

Derek I was a communications tech for 35 years. You can definitely buy a roll of flat ribbon cable with the correct number of conductors and the connector you need. Then cut it to length and crimp on the connector with the crimping tool. We always use AMP brand.

[@dmacpher]

They also peel apart so you can customize width/channels.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for the info!

[@artpeck9272]

I was just gonna say the same thing! TMG4Glock, I’ll see your 35 and raise to 46 😅! It was a great run at Sperry/Unisys/Sun Microsystems.

[@jtc1983tx]

AMP is also what Motorola uses. Good stuff.

[@ohfknowned239]

Yes as he said but I would get a couple backup ones as they do become problematic with use, even just vibration can loosen and become brittle.

[@br549rdr]

Jessica is always smiling. I bet she’s has the sweetest personality. What a humble, beautiful family you have Derek. Your so blessed 😇😇😇

[@launceherron]

Awesome.. might want to consider putting in wheel wells in the the rear. It will save a lot of headaches

[@daveswinfield]

And at least one more to stop the right front from filling the tranny cooler with debris.

[@zachhoefs9543]

​@daveswinfield well, the right front barely moves during a burnout competition...😂

[@49dodge]

I was thinking the exact same thing!

[@kimberlywilliams9757]

That's what I was thinking

[@justinfarlow4907]

Also maybe a tire tread cutter

[@jasondisario8905]

I love that you show us the things that went less than perfect and don’t pretend to never have any issues, not only does it teach people how to trouble shoot problems but it helps to keep people motivated and not give up on the projects that they are so passionate about.

[@brenthoover6892]

Appreciate what you do! It's inspired my wife and I to fix up an old Apache pick up.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Awesome

[@mediumjumbo7484]

👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👍

[@michaelwoody24]

@@ViceGripGaragewould love to come the 30th is a fellers birthday 🙃

[@wayneoakley1832]

Happy early birthday mine was Aug 11th 😊I

[@michaelwoody24]

@@wayneoakley1832 happy belated birthday 🥳

[@andrewfletcher5584]

Now that's a t shirt design! Jessica in the driver's seat of Charlotte with just the top of her head showing! Hope Tuscan goes amazing!

[@BigBoyWebb]

SO excited to see you working on this thing!! I am FIRED UP to see you run this thang at bristol!! First time seeing the action in person and I'm beyond excited for a chance to meet the man, the myth, the sasquatch himself!!

[@mrmag666]

You know you have made it in your career when two different commercials of yours play on your own video. And you know what it couldn't have happened to a better guy. I am extremely happy your successful doing what you love every day.

[@mikepraed4623]

You (& a few other fellers) have got me into atleast trying to wrench on some older-ish stuff . Bought an ATV that had been sitting for a few years that no way could I afford to buy if it was running. GOT HER GOING!😊 Thanks for the great content & all the info etc. 👍

[@gwick358]

I grew up kind of like Derek. Working on farm stuff, mini bikes, lawn mowers and that kind of stuff. I grew up to be a professional mechanic. Good on ya for rescuing some old stuff. I still love rescuing some old junker. It's fun.

[@BEAMONSTRONG]

Thanks Derek for all the work you put into your channel. There’s a lot of us out here that can only dream of doing what you are doing so we live that dream through you. While getting some quality entertainment at the same time of course.

[@quickdeuce]

Cudo's for this comment,,, most of us DO LIVE OUR DREAMS through the life Derek and his family live.

[@joelsmith7868]

Would enjoy seeing a feller jump back into an 80's LTD and thrash it through a corn field SCCA course just like the good ole days of 2019 and 50,000 subs!

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

I seem to remember that on your first date with Jessica, you took her to your garage to work on a vehicle. Seems to be working out real well‼️ You are blessed to have her as your wife.

[@brentbosworth8845]

Thanks again Derek for taking the time to keep us all informed on your truck progress. I do have a thought on the flying rubber and metal from the tires... how about some metal inner fenders???

[@briansteve5269]

The bottom half of a 55 gal steel drum split down the middle makes very durable wheel wells.

[@johnwebber2471]

Hey Derek, I suggest you build two wide half or three-quarter aluminum fenders to cover the back tires to eliminate all the rubber from flying forward all over the truck, and you during the burnouts. Just sayin!

[@r.hill.2369]

Thanks for having us over for Friday night in the pole barn Derek!

[@Turbo-Drew]

Awesome as always.. My Dad used to put "Delicate" wires inside the Foam tubes used to stop water pipes freezing, then you can squish the foam with cable ties without damaging wires..

[@radmeon]

WOOO HOOO!!! Friday night at the movies!!!! That's again for all your hard work @Vice Grip Garage!!!

[@SJN302]

Would highly recommend fitting some thick wheel tubs in the rear. These would not only minimise the rubber debris building up inside the car, but also limit rubber chunks being launched into the crowds. Another advantage would be to help contain a potential tyre fire & give the driver a bit of protection

[@kevincorbin6273]

It’s nice to see Jessica in the shop, like the good ole days

[@dmsmith1980]

I love how you sneak in references back to the place of your original roots.

[@mikehunt1418]

Thanks Derek....Another Great vid ! Its an absolute pleasure to watch VGG on a Friday night. you remind me that there are still some good people left in this clown World.

[@RLTango]

12:57 - 🤘 ROCK AND ROLL!!! 🤘 It was like an M-80 going off!

[@chrisoakey9841]

You should put in polycarbonate windows with laminate sheets over them so when the get rubber, oil etc, you rip off the cheap laminate and put another on ready to go. And the polycarbonate can just screw straight down on your roll cage.

[@BarneyLux]

Need a nice beefy set of trailer fenders, chop them up, weld some brackets to the frame and bolt them in for easy replacements

[@sjtheoldone]

My first time seeing you in the burnout pit was in Indianapolis with my father. He said he really enjoyed watching all of the burnout vehicles. We even watched you race the next day. My father was impressed because he used to drive crown vics when he worked for an EMS service around Vincennes. Thanks for all that you do. 👍

[@jerryhatrick5860]

Put cutter bars behind the rear tires like KSR did. They work a treat.

[@ScottGovey]

Derek, if you get that steering dialed in with the switch and have no plans on ever adjusting it and want to eliminate a possible issue item, just check the resistance of the switch setting and toss in a resistor of appropriate size in line eliminating the switch. Great stuff as always! Thanks!

[@Ben-c1j5v]

Another great episode from VGG my favorite part was the ford 8N rims with motorcycle tires , the creative genius of this man is unparalleled in todays time of tv programs that resort to petty drama and shouting to get viewers to watch

[@MrGoobieracing]

You should put a knife edge by the rear tires to cut the fraying and steel bands from the tires.

[@br549rdr]

That’s a great idea. Where that round bar is by back tire. Weld a piece of flat stock with sharp edge💪💪

[@johnromansky6834]

Thank you again Derek for another episode of good clean American entertainment

[@feuerkind71]

How you have time to get anything done astounds me, thank you for keeping the content coming, you never disappoint.

[@ainumahtar]

He does this as his job, so why would he not have the time? For a hobbyist that would certainly be true, though.

[@kevinsentney9655]

Excited to see the event in Bristol. Bringing the whole family this time. Met you at indy this year. Now your my sons best friend he says. We watch every week. New and old non stop.

[@martinnightingale6033]

Nice video Derek . Great seeing Jessica too . My partner Samantha is happy to get in there when needed working on my Jeep . What would we do without the women in our lives . Regards Martin in the uk

[@Rski1234]

"Anticlockwise" fantastic band from the 80's 😂

[@DanSines]

Great to see Jessica again. Love you guy's. Keep it up.

[@MrScottman01]

Shwew! I’m glad you mounted the knob in the cab. That was going to drive my OCD nuts! 😂

[@justingarrard]

I won't get to make it to Bristol this year, but I hope Charlotte brings home the W in the burnout competition. You did great last year in Independence. Thank you and your family for all the hours sacrificed to entertain all of us.

[@mikescherrer4923]

You got your wish, sir!

[@roberthoffhines5419]

Why we love VGG: Feeling that panic of realizing the last few weekends of summer are slipping away, gotta do work tomorrow and a busy week coming along. A shot of "vitamin D." then booster of the loverly Jessica at the end and the ol' attitude doesn't seem to glum anymore. AAaaannnd they'll be anther VGG on Friday!

[@Jack-sf5yp]

Love the tech and work, but not more than the family focus, love and mutual respect and support you all show, share and live. Clearly an American family at its best. Thank you all for sharing your time and adventures with us. Jack

[@ralphhayward5693]

Great to see Charlotte with your updates on how she is keeping. She would look good with some skin. (Maybe keep the weather out.) Jessica looked so small sitting there. Thanks to you both. God bless.

[@professorfalken4600]

You should run your ribbon cable thru a section of clear tubing from point A to point B

[@mikepraed4623]

Thanks for not quitting the revivals! Love watching ever since you were wrestling Betty White in that muddy field years ago.😊

[@brianpenland973]

You guys are just AWESOME!!! Too bad we can't make this event, but I'll be looking for it, on youtube. We're celebrating our 20th anniversary with a cruise to the Caribbean. But, hopefully we'll get to catch it at some time? Best of luck with the burnout competition and the entire event. Love watching the Duct tape drags!!!

[@rhondasweeney7271]

Love the video, it was very, very informative of what you've been doand what you're going to do. Enjoy seeing Jessica there on video with you❤❤😊

[@almonjacob3496]

Derek, what are those dunlop tires on grey disc wheels for? Are they builder wheels for pushing a project around the shop? Or is a feller hiding a project from us?

[@Bigmike3406E]

I dig the rain sound on your roof and the thunder . 😊 knob in the dash . You can’t have to many buttons switches and wires in the cock pit . 🤙🏻.

[@jangles1839]

Always a fun time with a new VGG video! Hope y'all are all doing well and have a wonderful weekend! 💙🙏🏼

[@ThomasSmith-fz6wq]

Like watching your revival's also! They remind me of my youth. I used be crazy about the old chevy truck's! I had a few growing up! Working on them getting them running again. It was so much fun back then! Thanks for taking us back.

[@cybersholt]

Hey Derek, you might want to check that heim joint in the middle of the steering column looks like a couple threads backed off and might be the source of the dead spot in the steering. Keep up the awesome work man

[@kevinrost6095]

Definatly need to tighting that up!!!!!

[@keithb2338]

Hey Derek, love your videos so much. As a retired guy who is actually 60 (lol) please pick yourself up a dense foam kneeling pad (often found in the gardening section of your local Home Depot for instance) and use that when kneeling on your concrete floor. Your knees will thank you in 15 years, trust me! 😀

[@rich9093]

It was just great to see Jessica's heart warming smile. Great episode fella! 👍

[@gregorybarth930]

Even after 3 boys she is drop dead gorgeous. Well 4 kids if you include Derick

[@jerrywarter]

And I always enjoy seeing what projects you’re working on. Thanks so much for sharing your experiences and thoughts with us.

[@B110Racer]

That slop in the steering looks mechanical to me feller. Also, a guy reckons some tubs in the rear to help control the tire debrisss might be worth considering. Anywhos, can't wait to see this rig shred some tires! Thanks for yet another great video Derek

[@MJTAUTOMOTIVE]

If He fits tubs to the rear they will need to 1/4 inch thick. Normal sheet metal tubs will get torn apart when a tire lets go.

[@B110Racer]

@@MJTAUTOMOTIVE yes I agree with you there. Definitely need to be beefy. I'm sure Derek could fab some up quite easily. They don't need to be curved.

[@littlelifters7543]

Kevlar is the answer here.

[@christopherhess8523]

​ LOL, but you are certainly correct

[@krvnjrcbs]

Why are you stealing his personality? Be original! It'll be fine!

[@FoolOfATuque]

Always great when the video ends with a guy and a gal. Pretty excited my VGG straw hats are coming tomorrow so I can rock that one while checking my lawn with scissors.

[@forced4motorsports]

Nice to see this rig getting some love. On the steering, not sure what the wheelbase is but there are many epas options out there that won't hit the wallet too hard. If you get sick of the dead spot, which seems awful even with that thing cranked, maybe look into the 2011-2014 mustang rack. I did that swap on my 2006 and it's amazing. Its on the comfort setting out of the box and it's just fine.

[@terrallputnam7979]

Derek, If you ever need zip ties that have rubber to protect wires and hoses, there are special zip ties available with rubber strips on each side and they are very gentle on wires. They are advertised on Mike Patey's KZbin channel. On the power steering I think you are correct. Keep It Simple! Its good to see Charlotte the Burnout Truck coming back to life. When are you going to put the other fender and door panels on it?

[@evanwilliamson2418]

So excited to see more of this build!

[@andyderby150]

Ya know Derek I’ve seen fellers selling black rubber mulch and you have a truck to produce it, just saying you can always use a few extra bucks for mountain sodas 👍Great video.

[@KomotoseKomo]

every time i see this truck, i picture a ratty wide body c10 panels on it vs this newer truck. would be so epic

[@chad0856]

Yes!!!

[@thomaskerschner3010]

I have been hoping it would get some rusty 72 fenders and maybe bed sides. It would look pretty killer

[@eugenesbackyardrepair4593]

You could use 3m stick on cable tie mounts on the ribbon cable. The keep it secure without crimping cable. They come in different size squares depending on how wide ribbon is

[@eugenesbackyardrepair4593]

Oh and yes they come outdoor rated too

[@Cypher3882]

Derek your videos make my week so much better. You have inspired me to get out and eventually get a car to work on and make it my own. I do not think you realize how much your videos do for some of us. Just wanted to let you know that you are appreciated and look forward to many more years of enjoying seeing these videos. I salute you, sir.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Appreciate you!!

[@robwingard]

I’ve been watching forever and just wanted to say how much I appreciate your channel. As fathers, we want to pass our love of cars onto our kids. The style and language and appropriateness of your channel allows me to watch you WITH them. It is so refreshing and really a blessing to me.

[@d.t2789]

I think it would look even better if you put on a few more panels around the cab so it looks complete?!

[@tma4137]

100%

[@ServantofYaHi777]

As close to Nashville as they are, I know there are some ol fabricators up there that could finish hanging the body. Sterling Marlin is a hop skip and a jump south . He's health is no the best, but he might know somebody.

[@jeffgatewood1739]

Derek, it was no problem lending you a splash of mtn. dew. I'm glad it helped it was just a small flame on the headder. It was good to meet you the next day. I'll be at Bristol and look forward to meeting you again. I have something for you. P.S. love the wifes truck. I work at Flint Assembly. We build the 2500 and 3500 HD trucks. May Her truck last many, many years and keep your family safe.

[@BrokenRanch918]

It's always a great day when you are doing what you love. Awesome video, as always

[@jerrywentland4661]

Wow, great job again. Really glad that you lucked out on that ribbon big time saver!

[@animaldw6996]

Hey man so happy to see you in the new place. It looks awesome and much deserved. Hard work pays off 😁 Cheers man.

[@davidcolesr.8628]

I appreciate you putting in the Work to get us the Content we all have Enjoyed over the Years, Many Smiles for Sure. You keep posting & I’ll keep watching, until next time. Keep it Safe Out There Folk’s

[@mratliffjr0001]

"I don't have grey, but I do have orange. That's about as close to grey as you can get." -- I damn near spit out my beer.

[@jeffgamble8957]

ya could get an old 50 gallon barrel and MacGuyver some heavy duty wheel tubs for the back out of it....or just cnc and bendy up some aluminimumum . i cant wait to see it burn tires again.

[@PoLoMoTo2]

You can definitely get that ribbon else where, especially if you don't mind putting the connectors on yourself. It's not hard (no soldering, just press on) you just have to pay attention which direction it goes. Looks like probably just a 0.05" pitch ribbon with 0.1" pitch cable mount IDC connectors. Places like Mouser and DigiKey should have it. It looked like one end of the cable was a male? Odd for a ribbon cable, unsure if they actually make male IDC connectors like that, it's probably just a female with a male to male header glued into it. Can try to get you links with some measurements of the cable and plugs if needed. Anyways great video!

[@dbtech7914]

Enjoyed the video. Good job on the repair. You can get a standard ribbon cable, 10 pin, 12 pin, whatever. I would mount the potentiometer (adjustment knob somewhere, where it won't get dirty or wet).

[@JonStein-mu5eb]

Your car on fire during a burnout is par for the course.

[@huntergillespie9836]

I'm getting ready to start on my 72 harley Electra glide that my dad left me when he passed. I'd love to have your knowledge but I'll do my best to get it back to its old glory. Thanks for inspiring me to finally do it..

[@neilshaw4231]

Love your channel came to it via roadworthy rescue you do amazing work and love how you get all the family involved whish it was something me and my son could do in the UK but any classic vehicle parked outside for 30 years dissolves faster than an alfa seltzer.

[@superdave103harley]

thanks guys for what you do!! I love my new VGG my wife got me for my birthday!!! She said shipping was sooo fast. Thanks

[@redneckbackwoods2105]

Love your channel. You have helped me through some hard times in my life thanks for showing people how do things on vehicle because can see why it takes a while to do something on vehicle. I understand what you're talking all the time because I'm a backyard mechanic barely getting bye because I don't have a garage anymore because city made me tear it down I can't afford to put up a nuther one it makes to do anything when it's raining outside. Thank you and your family God bless

[@briangammon6155]

Derek you have an amazing family . Recently found you’re channel through a friend. I think I would talk to a local boat top manufacturer they could make you snap on panels for a roof and nose cover for entire front end in a couple of days. And being the horse trader you are probably get it very reasonable. Keep up the great channel thanks again

[@nodorf3778]

Charlotte's coming together nicely! Wish I could come to any event and watch, and meet, but unfortunately, I'm stuck watching KZbin over here in Sweden. And, Derek, you and your family is the dream. I mean, you are all so loving, and supporting each other. People, take notes what a happy family is.

[@thomas6656]

We have a big storm rolling through too! I can hear the thunder out there.

[@SteveD.78L82]

Derek, take a look at the steering shaft on Charlotte. The play in the steering might be coming from that rod end bearing on the frame rail. In the video, it appears that the nut has backed off. Keep up the good work!

[@whatwhat700]

Been watching you for years man absolutely love how you save cars from rotting away and giving them a new breath at life. Might not be pretty but patina

[@AnthonyIlstonJones]

You could put the power steering control in the dash, just for the sake of having another knob in the cockpit......sorry, couldn't resist, I'll get my coat......😁

[@brandonanderson6843]

Trailer fenders or metal water trough cut in half for rear fenders

[@billpuhljr1073]

Also basement window wells make good rear wheel wells!!👍👍👍👍

[@roberthowe5315]

Looking forward to the video's to come dont forget the revivals there my favs and that last part where you could barely see the wifey

[@LilBellow]

Derek, you should run that ribon cable in a tubing of some sort. Keep it protected. Also, you should probably install a plate or some type of protection intron that trans-cooler. Keep the rocks and road debris out of the fan.

[@TylerMiller-nz9on]

I have been your video's for about 3 years and its amazing of what you do in your video's.

[@kentmackey2717]

Heavy duty wheel wells with tread cutters is the way to go. Solves a lot of problems. Could even put a few "vents" in them if you want to keep shooting smoke out the top!

[@chadwynia5021]

Need to add some thick steel trailer fenders, and some tread cutters . To keep from destroying the back of the truck.

[@steerclear01]

ask and thy shall receive. Thanks Derek, been looking forward to this one. Guy did up a bunch of digitals, need to see how it went down. Grab a pair of Trailer fenders and throw them in the back, dont mess with all that rubber flying forward. it gets hot under the collar.

[@burgpath7777]

Feeling like crap tonight. Laid up on the couch. Great vid. Made me chuckle several times. Thank you!

[@BradColemanisHere]

Hey bud, I was watching you test out go-left go-right and that gap looks mechanical. Watch it when you test it with the knob turned up on high. You can see a big slip-and-catch when you go left to right and back again. The steering shaft moves with the steering wheel but something down in the system (rack?) is not engaging there. Love the progress here! You're gonna have a top notch tire melter!

[@josephkeough8733]

I was taking a listen to Oliver Anthony over on the WVRadio channel. He introduced one of his songs by saying, "Hello fellers and fellettes!" In case you don't know him, you will very soon!

[@rustresurrection3267]

Derek I'm running the exact same set up for steering on my 60 f100. It's supplying fluid to a crown victoria rack. Works great and very responsive

[@ProblemChild-xk7ix]

Extra thick inner fenders to catch the rubber. That should handle 90% of the shrapnel

[@RobertHarrelson]

Man you are the Bob Ross of cars. It’s always soothing to watch. Keep on keeping on.

[@kevinschwager8360]

I loved the "we're going to lose the shop" reference. Love the content. Thanks for making all of us feel like part of the family.

[@charliehannemann4253]

A fella,s got fifty million channels to watch..........and only one worth watching.....thnx again Derek

[@mattcornett2028]

I have to admit your channel kinda convinced me to fix my own truck. I was a crhrysler tech for some time but been out of it even longer. Got the heads off confirmed it was a bad lifter. Tomorrow pulling the timing cover. I miss it as much as I hate it.

[@johnkaswinkel7883]

Another great video! We all surely appreciate it. My wife has also spent many an hour helping me with car repairs!