First Drive in 40 Years!! 1963 Impala Barn Find! And More!!

After installing a pile of new and upgraded parts in the previous video of this 1963 Impala sport coupe, lets finish wiring up the engine, bleed the brakes, install the wheels and resolve any leaks and other issues we find in order to get this thing back on the road in decades! We'll update you on the front end and brake rebuild on the Chevy rollback and pick up a new to us 1964 Oldsmobile Jetstar 1 while we're at it! The Impala is SOLD!!! As always, thanks for watching!
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[@corydriver7634]

You’re a good neighbor man, we don’t see that enough anymore these days.

[@chump4952]

I agree you're a good man. and a good neighbor and yes we don't see enough of that nowadays.

[@dougstaner1220]

Very nice to do for others. Even better to not brag or look for reward for it. Just a thought.

[@netrioter]

Its still common up north fortunately..they come from a heritage of survivors.Living up in the snow belt isnt easy at all..its easier in a group.

[@jthorsell5469]

Good neighbors up here in German, Swede, Norwegian country are always willing to help but they are gonna give you shit the whole time. It’s how we do things.

[@gerrygwilson2849]

Well it obvious that the man been raised right by awesome parents

[@marcosmata4625]

Monday? it’s Morskie Monday best thing to wake up to. It’s going to be a great day 🎉

[@dennishenderson2559]

A gentleman and a scholar duff approved sweet corn and watermelon heck of a deal for helping the neighbor

[@lucgrandmaison]

Mortske on a Monday morning the best ever

[@tonygiraldes7848]

Watch Wes Work was talking about you again 😃 You two are just the greatest! 😊👍

[@MortskeRepair]

he loves flexy hoses too!

[@tjakr3869]

Congratulations on the sale.

[@davidcolesr.8628]

You and Duff get an Extra Gold Star This Week for that Kind Neighborly Act for the Seasoned Veteran of Life.

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks!

[@bigbill709]

Happy Labor day to everyone in Mortske land.

[@joshm1242]

Love seeing these factory style builds, can’t wait to see more of the 61 bubble top. And gotta love the ball busting between you and Puddin lol.

[@corydriver7634]

Whaaaat? Mortske Monday, is this a thing now? Awesome!

[@andrewfaucett6915]

Coffee with Mortske and Duff. How neat is that?

[@stucook8622]

Thanks for another great Mortske Monday! Thanks as always to the editing department 🐾🍺

[@MortskeRepair]

our pleasure!

[@thomaswermager1819]

Nice to see that ‘63 off the lift and running! If you don’t change your mind and keep it, it’ll make someone a nice ride!

[@joegerman2061]

​@GIVEAWAY-867go screw

[@johnm.5848]

A great job as always Mort. 👍 Happy Labor Day to both you and Duff Dog.

[@MortskeRepair]

Same to you John!

[@b9tv]

Sweet xframe gold is great color, congrats.

[@jthorsell5469]

I like that 63, especially the original paint. Great choice on the wheels too.

[@MortskeRepair]

Much appreciated!

[@Cimmerian415]

Sir Morticus and his trusty loyal dog Duff helping Make Mondays Great Again. Congratulations on selling that Impala 👏🏽

[@patriotgarage]

Duff is a lord. You knew that right?

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks!

[@kimberlywilliams9757]

You should definitely keep that 63 and add it to your collection of cool cars! You probably won't ever find another one in that good of condition unless you have a fortune to spend on it. I love that car! 😊

[@MortskeRepair]

I wish I could keep em all!

[@Thegoobmancometh]

@@MortskeRepair I wish I could have one even in bad shape!

[@billcook9313]

Labor day.perfect day for a new video to go with my coffee.

[@stuartfletcher2378]

Another Mortske Monday , I can't get enough !!! The 63 Impala was gone in sixty seconds ( POOF ) but now you have an Oldsmobile to take its place ( WAM ) . There is always something happening at the garage to keep us on our toes . Thank you for the video and your time to put it together , now I wait for the next one . Stuart in Ontario ..

[@MortskeRepair]

Our pleasure STuart!

[@stevenpike7530]

I like a bloke with a proper skillset who’s not above Gerry Rigging a ‘Going To Town Rig’…you’d fit in Down Under…respect.

[@johnsommerfeld6889]

Nice job getting another one down the road! Thanks for the video, I always look forward to Monday mornings with Mortske. 😊

[@MortskeRepair]

Our pleasure!

[@daviduglem3213]

42:34 when the drive-ins went over to FM the speakers were left sitting. We used to take them with the diagonal cutters and hooked them up in our old '50s cars and run our 8-track tape players through them. Bad sound! But they were free. Enjoying your video today. Thanks, Dave.

[@MortskeRepair]

Good stuff!

[@dougdunham7607]

Happy Labor Day!

[@marcosmata4625]

Isn’t puddin your “special” cousin from the sticks. It so nice that you show up on his channel occasionally and remind him it’s a channel about fixing cars. He tends to forget and starts his dancing 🕺 and adult video intros as he washes his cars 😂 my ADD is bad but poor guy. Anyway thank you for helping him out and bringing the content the way you do. Algorithms

[@kwslife116]

Lmao yea puddin gets off track sometimes 😅

[@MortskeRepair]

He's special alright!

[@glentucker4250]

I’m just glad that there’s guys like you Mr Mortske who finds these gems and helps get them back running and driving. Hopefully she can find someone who is willing to “take it from here” and give her the lovin’ she deserves. Absolutely beautiful car. Thank you sir and always cool to see your Dad pop in for an appearance. 🙂

[@MortskeRepair]

I sure hope so!

[@hardcorvancour]

Ready for another great video

[@rssvss]

Thanks for the holiday episode! Glad you can keep the shop!

[@MortskeRepair]

me too!

[@toddallard7133]

It's good to see more of Mojo in this video! After all, Puddin said that he's the guy that does all the work here! Not sure if you caught that in his latest video???😂

[@michealknauf6780]

Yea he said all the ol ske does is go to auctions 😂😂

[@intentsmodz]

yeah, he coulda left out the dog, he didndunuffin! lol

[@petebovenzi8119]

Yep. Grabbed up a Mojocraft dekel with my stuff this time

[@Kiki-Kauai]

Last video I watched was an hour of Puddin choosing the paint color for his electrical outlet covers. Thought I was watching an interior decorator show for garages. Weird.

[@thomaskerschner3010]

I haven't watched one of his episodes in probably 6 months. It got so repetitive.....used to like watching him

[@bennyhelgeson401]

First of all I am crushed that I waited to long to get this 63. I have wired 7 cars using American Autowire kits. I am by no means wiring expert but these kits are only ones I will buy. Thanks Mortske. Keep finding these gems and I will be quicker on trigger to get one.

[@MortskeRepair]

Great products!

[@libertysgarage8411]

The Impala turned out nice. I kinda like that Oldsmobile too. Big, square two door land barges are cool!!

[@MortskeRepair]

They sure are!

[@Telephony954]

Con grats to whoever bought the 63 SC. it was nice to see it run and move on its own, after seeing it hanging from the rafters for a year. Helping the neighbors is what make our country stick together, like bis-kits n gravy to yer ribs. Thanks for the Labor day wishes and to you the same. Be well.

[@lewispaine4589]

Little bit of everything today, nice.Liked the Letterkenney reference eh

[@MortskeRepair]

Classic

[@jimdieseldawg3435]

Hey Mortske 🙂 That Olds is gorgeous - never seen one before (idiot Brit here so quite the commute) and now I love ‘em 😎 Kudos for helping your neighbour, you are clearly Good People. Cheers for sharing, always appreciated 🤟🏼

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks for watching!

[@Ian-of9oi]

Got to go finish the last episode. See ya.

[@Ian-of9oi]

I’m back.

[@1mattbutch]

Yes, I have installed three American auto wire kits now. Good stuff.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

☕Lovn' the '63 vids!!!👍🙂

[@jmkoize2512]

I personally love to hear the back & forth between you and Puddin'. He loves to give you grief but who did he call when he wanted to get that Model A running? You are both great at what you do and I hope you can keep your shops!

[@AaronBrevik]

Happy Labor Day Mort, Chin, Mojo and Duff!

[@mattbrown5511]

Going to miss seeing the '63 in the shop, but hoping she found a loving home.

[@TheDrewbalicious]

For anyone on a budget. The Painless Performance 10101 wiring harness is a great option too. Every wire is labeled and the instruction manual is fantastic.

[@MortskeRepair]

thanks for the info!

[@Shield.148]

I like watching backyard carpenters build stuff . Looking forward to your mezzanine. Puddin is meticulous with his building, but he is fun to watch as well.

[@sourshoes6768]

I’m loving the jabs between Puddin and Mortske! Slick 50 even threw some in!

[@waynekoszenski9913]

what a blessing it is to have mojo around him helps you you help him it's a win win have a good labor day nice 63 my friend's father has one when I was a kid in the late sixties he washed it just about every day the build brings back memories thanks mortski

[@MortskeRepair]

He really carries the place on his back!

[@heavyearly2232]

I'm generally not a big fan of the '63's, but that color is sweet on it.

[@MortskeRepair]

It really is!

[@clevelandmaker386]

@@MortskeRepair you getting the Edsel

[@ronclaman156]

63 are the best in my opinion 63 ss 409 dual quads 4 speed 425 hp first car I ever drove 13 years old... bright Red with black interior

[@skipsdarkhollowgarage8695]

Keep going on it!

[@economicsandguitarsandsome1722]

Nice explanation on the fuses! (Good ta see the local brew -- Leine's -- too!)

[@johnburch6927]

I know you posted it a while ago but.....tech tip of the day, raise the rack so you don't have to do the shop towel shuffle when you're cleaning the ramps. Always great things going on at Mortske Repair.

[@MrGaryRoberton]

The 283 had such a unique sound at idle, it brought back memories of my pal's 1965 Impala I also remember the power brakes it had, that were so strong they would put you through the windshield if you weren't careful. Did a thousand miles on holiday with that car, Cheers

[@Hobodeluxe960]

Had a gf with a black 65 2 dr Impala. Thing was a boat. You could raise a small family in the trunk.

[@urbanurchin5930]

@@Hobodeluxe960....I knew a kid in high school that his parents gave him a cream colored convertible '65 SS when he got his driver's license. They bought it new and always kept it in the garage. I was in high school in the mid 70's ...so it would have been about 10 years old then. That car was unbelievably clean and straight - it was beautiful ! It was THAT very vehicle that made me love 1965 Chevrolet Impalas !

[@abcsd1254]

I am not sure if it was Chin or Mickelson who put the "vroom vroom" over the Puddin pressure washing clip I laughed out loud. Excellent work as always.

[@MortskeRepair]

Chin doing his finest!

[@johnelliott7375]

I'm surprised that you don't use pipe sealant and replace simple seals. No novice in your shop! I'm surprised that you didn't do it from the beginning and saved the doing it twice!😮😊

[@Foontflaky]

I can`t get enough of these 60s vintage Chevys, a fungible asset that gives a joy jab, what could be finer?

[@imheretolearn770]

I have an 87 v20 pickup im deleting the tbi and going to carb and trying figure out what wires I keep has been a chore. Painless was out of my budget.

[@kwslife116]

Shouldn't need a new harness unless it's all screwed up. And it's not a hard job to rewire a carb engine. Search youtube im sure it's on here. Good luck with your project 👍

[@imheretolearn770]

@kwslife116 I'll keep the existing harness, but cleaning up all the now unnecessary wires is tricky for me, multiple people have been in this harness trying to get the truck running. After I figured it out the harness was in such bad shape from being cut into buying an older harness just seemed easier. I'll get it after I swear at it enough lol

[@rajcam80]

Impala is a clean ride. 4 door burn outs are fun!

[@kbschulze]

It’s a two door.

[@rajcam80]

@@kbschulze I am aware of the Impala. I was mentioning the blue Olds

[@johnelliott7375]

Exactly 💯% correct about the Drive in speaker 🔊

[@iHap]

Thanks to You and The (Mighty) Duff Dog for taking the time to put up a video for us to enjoy on Labor Day!

[@MortskeRepair]

Our pleasure!

[@twobabejinkins1736]

Great video Impala running good ! Glad the cowboy caddy is back in service ! That olds looks like great project ! Happy Labor Day and take care Duff and Sir !

[@MortskeRepair]

Same to you!

[@davidarnette327]

Hope you get what you are asking for the old house. A lot of good will it run videos from the old shop plus lawnmower man made Mondays something to look foward to.

[@MortskeRepair]

I sure hope so as well!

[@richardthomas1743]

HEY! Good morning and thumbs UP!!

[@MortskeRepair]

🖐

[@JN-sg5mv]

Great video as always. That is awesome of you to help out your neighbor. Happy Labor Day!

[@MortskeRepair]

we do what we can!

[@Ian-of9oi]

When I help old people I always play it up saying “this is a hard job” or “it took me years to be able to do this quick”. Or I say I specialize in this. That way they don’t feel embarrassed. 12:44

[@MortskeRepair]

Yeah, I didn't mean to come across like that. Neither did he.

[@Ian-of9oi]

@@MortskeRepair all good.

[@Ian-of9oi]

I wasn’t there. He called you and you helped him out. 👍

[@chris6901]

For the larger air hammers like the central pneumatic one… You’ll most likely be looking for an air chipping hammer or they are also labeled as riveting hammers. Enjoy watching your videos.

[@mccall9770]

was about to comment this, just went down the rabbit hole on ebay. seems like a few different companies built what looks like the same "rivet hammer" or chipper. as well as some that APT (american pneumatic tools) make new it looks like for demolition etc. (APT Model 654-R looks like almost a copy of the old design) Thor, Ingersoll, and CP as well as a few smaller companies looks like they made them back in the day.

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks, I'll check it out!

[@jeremyjmailloux]

Yup Jet makes a 3" stroke for $654 and 4" for $911 Canadian on Amazon. IR makes one for $883 and there's a China one listed for $210.

[@ronsre-creations5289]

From what it was to what it turned out to be. Amazing transformation.

[@southernshooter]

Nice to have a master mechanic next door. 63 2 dr ht should sell fast. You are so close, I would finish it up to get top dollar.

[@dalehudack6775]

Hey putting threw you under the bus he told everybody you don't do nothing you said every car gets fixed your helper does it he told all of his viewers that I know better than that man you're a worker you built that shot from nothing we all watched for years man that's smaller shop you had you built that take care man and just ignore him😮😂

[@c0c0asauce]

Whos still laboring on labor day?

[@kriswright1022]

Fixed a failed injector on my 96 silverado 5.7, 3 hr job with parts on hand! No easy task. 👍

[@nicknackdaddyack]

Definitely help the neighbors! What goes around comes around! Also JACKPOT on the Snap-on mugs....in today's world those are very special....because people don't like that stuff since it hurts "feelings" haha.

[@MortskeRepair]

hahaha no comment!

[@johnelliott7375]

I hope you are spending time with your Duff and your family today. Tomorrow is another day! Happy Labor Day to you and your family Mortske Productions! God bless and I hope you have a great steak and enjoy a couple of beers.😊

[@MortskeRepair]

Thank you! You too!

[@johnelliott7375]

@@MortskeRepair I hope you had a great day and Duff Mortske too. Your welcome!

[@johnelliott7375]

@@MortskeRepair and I thank you for sharing that video as the thanks again for your comment reply.

[@SuperMAZ007]

I have to admit I had never heard of a Oldsmobile Jetstar. The more you know, thats why we have people like you. You where lucky it was just 2 coils but there are way worse situations like eccentric camshafts and sensors that cost millions. Hopefully the power steering pump got not wiped out working bone dry. Also the annoying cricket is back in the shop LOL. The Chevy just sounds awesome and feel bad for the new pump that got burned by a accident.

[@bigbodyrydagarage5488]

Oldsmobile made the Jetstar 88 (B-body platform with A-body running gear) and the Jetstar 1 (a decontented Starfire)

[@thejeepdoctor]

Mortske, you want to use grease on all orings and seal lips. Transmission fluid will not mix with grease, but Vaseline will. Back when I built transmissions, this is how I did them. I had very few leaks. Gray silicone is ok, but ALL fluid has to be cleaned off. Internal seals in transmission, Vaseline is good.

[@puddleduckist]

Nice to see the 63 runnin, nice job Mr Mortske!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ghouliesgarage3922]

Always fun on Mortske Mondays!

[@BricksAxeMan]

I love the banter between Mortske and Puddin'!!!

[@RubenChickenFences]

OH SNAP. You fired the first shot Mr Puddin. Mr Mortske just fired back!!!!

[@ronaldmiller2740]

MORTSKE REPAIR,, GREAT VIDEO!!!!!

[@gsmith6255]

Thank you, right back at you have a good Labor Day!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thank you too

[@JazzStrat781]

Good man helping your neighbor out, love your channel 👍

[@spencerrobinson2719]

I am so glad that this car is sold…what a great start for someone, lots of work left but you are starting with good bones! I hope the buyer sends updates.

[@crkproductions5000]

Glad to see her running well 63 was a great year.

[@renchjeep]

What, no driving down the road video? Dang. Well, that's a pretty sweet 63, hopefully someone snaps it up....or you keep going on it. Either way, thanks for the Labor Day entertainment, Mortske. Keep up the great work, man!

[@MortskeRepair]

Nah it's not quite ready for that!

[@digitaldave3517]

Great talk about fuses and what they do.

[@waltalbright]

Enjoyed the picture show 😊

[@MortskeRepair]

So glad!

[@Matt-ov6cq]

Good work! One clean ride 🔥

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks!

[@Devilofaguy]

Good Morning and Happy Labor Day Mr Mortske and Duff from Alabama

[@JamesDavis-to1hn]

Super job on your Impala!

[@MortskeRepair]

thanks!

[@kimtowner3473]

The '64 Oldsmobile Jetstar 1 really caught my attention.. In 1964 I was a nine year old little boy who was really getting interested in cars. My Uncle Kent Sloan, who was a life-long Oldsmobile man, traded in his 1957 Olds 88 two-door hardtop for a brand-- new Jetstar 1. On his way home he brought it over to our house to show it off. I remember it was tan on the outside, with a white interior. Very cool looking car. He owned it for quite a few years. From what I've read about the Jetstar 1 Oldsmobile only offered it for two model years (1964 to 1965). I hope you can get it running and maybe keep it around for a while.

[@MortskeRepair]

good times!

[@user-dr5em4ut8l]

Love the 63 Impala project it is one of my favorite cars from the 60s thanks for saving another classic keep up the great work love watching you do your thing 👍👍👍👍👍

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks! Will do!

[@GaryFitzgerald-nc6pp]

That hammer is called a Hell dog I am a retired Iron worker we used them for knocking out rivet's on old structures. Long story short I have to look around might have a extra I will have to see!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks for the info

[@rickybousquet6544]

Kickass ride! Always a fan of old school stylin.!

[@garysoykin2783]

You see more of that in small towns than you do in City life but people still do help each other that’s cool you do it in Mortske you used to reply to people years ago when I first started watching your show I haven’t heard a word from you, but I am digging your show still keep up the great work my friend.

[@MortskeRepair]

I still read em all

[@M_Phipps0520]

Great video Mortske & Duff dog !

[@chrismacphersom3258]

12:20 had me smiling. Good times. 😊

[@wanderingweederspapa7878]

Loving that Oldsmobile... Impala looks awesome, some one got a peach

[@launceherron]

Awesome

[@mikeberry3949]

Mortske Monday!!!!! Love it man ❤

[@ThatOneGuyMatt]

Twin I beams had kingpins till the early/ mid 90s. I'm gonna update my front end to the new dual ball joint set up out of a 94-96 f150 because they have dual ball joints, camber adjustrts and the brake calipers are a bolt mounting style over the hammer in slide pin style.

[@albertdehn8381]

Thanks for sharing 👍😀

[@1970Coronet_green]

Excellent job! Keep on getting it!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks! Will do!

[@stumpy2816]

You made a great score on that lumber. The color on the 63 is👍👍 growing on me. Happy Labor Day to you and my favorite pupper.

[@MortskeRepair]

Same to you!

[@garyashdown5376]

Mortske, I have to say I've really enjoyed this post excellent work and content. You're merch is coming on leaps and bounds and I'm crossing my fingers that one day you'll entertain you're following from around the world. Gary 🇬🇧🇬🇧