Roadside fire? Engine failure? C30 RV is full of adventures!

[@michaelsteward4423]

I vote to rebuild the 396 or at least keep it old school. Thanks for another great episode!

[@petecampion190]

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[@JonnyHolms]

Me too.

[@MicroSoftner]

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[@jwszewczyk]

Yep, keep it the way it was originally. The engine will fit in the shop and the truck sits outside anyway now. No big deal.

[@JimBronson]

Disagree. 454s are plentiful. A gen 6 454 will give a modern valvetrain and you can still use a carb with it if you want to keep it retro. Btw I doubt this is a 396 despite what it says on the label, it's most likely a 402. Chevy changed it around 69-71 ish. They were marketed as 396s but they had 402 ci.

[@patricktobin1388]

I would add my vote to keep the 396. Maybe add on some aftermarket goodies like a Holly fuel injection.

[@sampridgen3122]

No that's a old BBC, you need the 454.

[@innerspaceavailable]

So glad to hear Aaron sounding like himself again. So happy for yall that the channel is growing and doing well. Nothing better than seeing two hard working fellow Texans succeed!!

[@douglasvidra]

One thing for sure you guys will never run out of things to work on seems like you fix one thing and something else breaks. I think I would rebuild the good old 396 ci. Probably lots cheaper to plus Aaron you get free labor from Emily smart man just kidding Emily see ya on the next one. Doug

[@mmill6505]

She just told you to fuc off

[@rumpoh8039]

she's a PROFFESSIONAL MODEL, aron has NO QUALIFICATIONS IN ANYTHING and the child is THEIR NEICE.

[@shelleyking8450]

VGG sends it "Right down the yap!" Works just fine as "the EYETALIONE TUNEUP"😊 You guys absolutely have to freshen up that 396 and keep running the camper, you just have such joy on your face when driving it, even knowing there is a problem. Its just too cool not to keep it. BTW, you guys found what mist be the most HOT ROD muffler shop on your trip, that was cool.

[@TimothyMichaels]

Derek is special 😁

[@bkir8008]

@@TimothyMichaels I wonder if Red Green from the Red Green knows he was an inspiration to Derek? I wonder if Derek knows lol kzbin.info?search_query=red+green+show+full+episodes

[@TimothyMichaels]

@@bkir8008 Would like to think yes. 😁

[@kerrylewis2581]

I was born in 1960 so that 396 has a special place in my heart. Please rebuild as a torque monster.

[@richardleighton5009]

Put a new set of heads and carb. on that motor with new gaskets and reset the timing and that 396 should spring back into action. Good luck and stay safe.

[@DarkHorseCom]

Wonderful video!!! I smell a refresh coming... just to hear a freshly done 396.... oh man! Great content Emily and Aaron, you two are phenomenal. Happy 4th!

[@richardharvey8939]

We luv Flying Sparks. Feel bad about the breakdown though.

[@wyattoneable]

This was a great episode. Lots going on from mechanical issues to road trips and seeing a bit of Emily's work. I'm thinking rebuild the 396. It's kind of a package deal at this point.

[@Longtrailside]

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[@JohnKenIRB233]

I’d keep the rebuild costs to a minimum. Used RV resale is a problem, folks do not pay for your memories! Save ur money for the custom work. Thx for bringing us along.😊😊😊 John Ken

[@iainmcglynn833]

What a team Ones great with the spanner’s and some say gorgeous The others the same some say 😁 Rebuild the original 😎🙏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@wyattoneable]

@@Longtrailside Hey buddy!

[@Longtrailside]

@@wyattoneable Heya Wyatt, hope all is well with you and everything is okay while taking care of your dad. Ill see ya when you get back. Take care my friend.

[@larryjohnson1966]

I've done Civil War Reenactments in downtown Jefferson. It is a very lovely town. I love the people there too. Got too old and the back won't let me fight anymore, but I still have the greatest of memeroeds of this place. Thank YOu for taking me there again.

[@hydroxacte]

The RV won't fit in your shop, but the engine would! Take the hood off, lift the engine out, take it inside (using the tractor maybe?), let Aaron show his pro skills doing a complete rebuild. Good material for a series of videos. Could alternate with Emily doing a refresh of the cab interior and the RV interior.

[@gordonstroup882]

"ABSOLUTELY!" That would make for some great stuff. Yeah, rebuilding a Chevrolet big block, and adding some go fast goodies, headers, and fuel injection! Oh Yeah, and don't forget that 150 shot of nitrous for climbing mountains, Ha haa😂😅 Love Y'all ❤😊😊

[@roberthardy6390]

Another great video! The C30 needs some love okay a lot of love 😁 I vote for rebuilding the 396.

[@dennisjanh4831]

This was an awesome episode - loved the watching you two get the RV ready to go on the trip as always but also loved getting to see some of the photo shoot what a great addition to the video - great content Emily & Aaron! We both say please REBUILD the 396!

[@Xpyburnt_ndz]

AGREE!!! Rebuild the 396!!!

[@truckcampinglife]

I love this camper. I don't think I have ever heard anyone putting silicon on the exchaust gaskets.

[@mikemiller3007]

Red RTV works great on header and collector gaskets. Been using it for years👍

[@user-gc1zn5mn4p]

Emily, it would be really cool if you & your man did a "Cars & Guns" episode--drive one of your cars to the gun range & show some fun shooting. ;)

[@richardleleux6689]

Rebuild the 396 keep it real. Love watching you two work on everything that you have. Keep up the great content love it. Can't wait to see what's next. God bless!!!

[@MrPeyregne]

Get it old school guys. Yes, I would love to watch the process! .

[@PeterHinkle]

I love your content so much!!!! I say rebuild that 396. Bore and stroke it for torque and put Holley FI on it. It’ll be old and new. The driveability with that setup will be amazing. You could put under dash air in it too.

[@borgonianevolution]

Several tips I learned way back. When starting anything that has a thread, turn it backwards until you feel it fall down into the first thread. Some times you can actually hear it drop in. Do this for every nut bolt or screw and you will never cross threads which is usually what strips threads out. If you struggle with starting bolts on an exhaust header or manifold usually the issue is the weight pulling the lower part towards the block. Grab a pry bar or broom handle and use that to twist the whole thing bottom side towards the wheel to tilt the top where your bolt holes line up better. Second pull one wire off the distributor cap and then move each one one post to the right. After you do that you will be able to rotate the whole distributor clockwise to get it back into time and allow more balanced movement both clockwise and counter clock wise to tune it. No more hitting the intake. If the vacuum is too close to the fire wall do the same thing the other way. That way you can get it to run and have time later to remove and reset the distributor properly. Finally you are not supposed to put any sealer on those aluminum header gaskets. Flat side to the block, dotted puffy side to the header. Good luck and safe travels on your road trip

[@CaptainRon13]

As a child of the 70’s, I’m pro big-block. I have a gen 1 Camaro. I open the hood, and can actually work on the engine. With my 2019 F 150, I don’t even try. That 396 is the first real big block. Arron’s right, you will absolutely love the performance of a well running 396. Good luck.

[@michaelkane6797]

Refresh that 396, fuel inject it if you want a bit more consistent operation from it. I think the cool factor of those old trucks jumps up several notches when kept close to original. I'm sure a Duramax swap would be pretty awesome too though.. Good to see Aaron looking a bit more like his old self. I don't know what he went through, but I know first hand what a major health crisis can do to you. It really lifts my spirits to see him recovering.

[@ronbelldvm]

Thanks for taking us along on your "adventure". I'd vote for rebuilding the 396.

[@tomh3652]

Wow she is so beautiful. Glad I found this channel they look like a fun couple.

[@wolfpack514]

Thanks I really enjoyed this episode. I'd love to see you both go on a weekend trip in it once it's totally totally fixed.

[@tonybernamonti6739]

You’re got to do a 396 rebuild. Great video.

[@martinmcdoniel4551]

Hey Ole Derek at VGG does the Italian Tune up right down the yap as he puts it! So, why not? lol. Glad to hear Aaron sounding so much better! Happy Fourth to you both!

[@brianwaskow5910]

The missing step is used for rapid raccoon ingress and egress.

[@mayflowerlash11]

No doubt about it, Aaron is a lucky guy. And it looks like his health is improving too. Cheers.

[@marcjoly3622]

Those Micks are very spot on, as far as there is no wind, but boy they are doing the jobs

[@jerryking9333]

Great videos. I think if it were me I would go ahead and fix camper motor with what ever it needs. The cost of a newer camper would be expensive and when you two go on a trip you have all you need. Maybe take a break and get that vette out and go enjoy a mini vacation. The main thing is enjoy your lives and do what makes you two happy. Again great videos. We need more people like you.two.This world would be a better place.

[@flyingsparksgarage]

Sure do appreciate you!

[@kaosrc8679]

Even though I'm currently in Southern Indiana, I have family in Kilgore. East Texas is full of great people. Glad you figured out about pouring down the carb. When you said you had too much RTV on the gasket, I was waiting for a "Perfect!" 😂

[@mikemullay5622]

Definitely rebuild the 396. That big block will provide plenty of power when it is healthy.

[@jeffreyalldredge1739]

Rebuild the 396. It is a great opportunity to showcase Aaron's mechanic skills. People like the intricate rebuild content. At least I do. The Corvette manual transmission rebuild series you guys did was my favorite content you have done. And if the 396 is not rebuildable, 12V Cummins swap it.

[@donaldwatson6342]

Great episode. Love seeing the older RV's on the road. Definitely rebuild the 396. The Edelbrok performer camshaft is a great match for the RV.

[@markwhite1333]

Been watching since the KID was really little. The music interludes were really nice. Good move.

[@douglasarmstrong2748]

That is such a cool rig. I would stay with the 396 and keep the rig a classic. I had a 1970 C10 long bed so I am a bit partial. What a fun video and thanks for taking us along. It sounds like some fun projects are on the way and I am looking forward to them.

[@Stahodad]

I remember seeing a 67 - 72 style C10 longbox when I was a kid. It looked like it had a foot section of the box (behind the cab) spliced in from the factory.. I remember the vertical seam. maybe it was extra long longbox option for some reason.

[@douglasarmstrong2748]

@@Stahodad No seam in mine which had a factory original wood deck. That ole girl hauled a lot more than a half ton on many occasions. It had a 350 with a four speed and had extra leafs in the springs.

[@stevephillips1867]

Love traveling and meeting CAR people. They are always friendly and more than willing to help. Proof is in folks that break down on the power tour. So many others pull over, put their day on hold to offer help. What a way to meet more great people.

[@GrumpyGuysGarage]

Quite the adventure there. You have to love those local shops that just get things done and help you get down the road. As for the truck, definitely rebuild the original engine if it's still possible. You can't beat original in a rig like that. Thanks for the info on the mics. I'm trying to start my own channel and have been looking for audio equipment. Keep on enjoying the ride.

[@richardharvey8939]

Spent a week at caddo lake about 20 years ago it is neat. Cool state park cabins back then huge fireplaces.

[@dextersxxxxlab]

Nice video. But there was a little mixup in the timeline. At 3:59 when you are about to start working on the car suddenly the brake cylinder is open. But you start working on the engine/ignition. Later in the video you start to work on the brake system and because it is not working you open the main brake cylinder. 😊. Love these old cars. Just big simple stuff that is made to run. And not all this modern stuff full of plastic and sensors and servo's and other stuff to make the engine run cleaner but make it also very very very expensive because all that stuff will break and does cost a fortune.

[@paulparmer2779]

Aaron the next time you need to you need to use the seafoam tray to use a gear oil bottle with the spout to the carburetor

[@terrydouglas2777]

Keep it ORIGINAL..... Rebuild the Entire motor including lower end. It is old truck so give it some love and pressure wash the rear end pumpkin and remove cover and check the gears and new gasket with new rear end oil. An while you did that I'd replace all break lines and redo the pistons in breaks, and new shoes all around. The radiator needs clean and fix the leak. You don't want to miss the engines cooling system at all. I miss my old 1965 and 1970 Chevy half tons. Neither one was four wheel drive, and here I am today I drive a car with four wheel drive and it gets almost 30 mpg. Love your videos, new to your channel and keep the cool videos coming. Stay safe and positive. If you think positive you will have positive in your future. We control our own futures so Remember Think Positive.

[@Stahodad]

You two are the best, sticking with it...I know you want to upgrade the manual transmission to something with overdrive..., so an engine rebuild / refresh would be fun to watch too. 👍

[@Stahodad]

Whoa, sorry about all the spelling errors..lol. at least I can edit them, unlike on Instagram... lol. 😉

[@toddfornari7617]

Emily VGG does the “Italian tune up”! He uses the Seafoam knockoff… Derek is a good guy! Very funny and informative!

[@michaelsteward4423]

The old "I-tal-ian Tune Up"!!!!!

[@richardcoombes5292]

Straight down the yap

[@kenbaker1353]

In my experience, with motors the best way to undo the manifold bolts is when it’s hot they break pretty nicely, and that was the funniest thing I’ve ever seen when he said we have a problem with the step and steps right through

[@kevinripley9380]

would be great to see the engine get rebuilt and to see it run as it should

[@jessesager9460]

Glad the ol RV truck got home without the hook! I think rebuilding the 396 would be awesome, but do what y’all feel like you want!

[@AaronHardinPhoto]

Aaron is on in this one. That friggin' step liked'a killed me 🤣😂

[@rudeboy8628]

“Somewhere between 15 minutes and 3 days…”. 😂😂😂😂 I see you have done this before.

[@my357mags]

Freshen up the big block. Put a RV cam in it, Air Gap intake & a Holly carb & a set of headers & she'll be a great rig!

[@Takeithome345]

The positive vibes are refreshing !

[@burtonray9259]

Fresh 396 for sure, keep that one original. Hard to find them like that, and Aaron is right, it would have great power and torque with a rebuild. Great content as always, love it!

[@ryanelliott1650]

100% Keep the 396 in there It would be un cool to do it any other way

[@VWJawbreaker]

Good to see Aaron doing better each episode. You’re right, it’s always an adventure with these old classics. Try a several hundred mile trip in old AirCooled VW’s, one is always bound to have an issue 😂 But that’s the fun of it all!

[@RebeldryversGarage]

I keep a length of vacuum hose in the shop to use as a stethoscope to find exactly where the exhaust is leaking. you may look like a goof with a vacuum hose in your ear, but no more burning your hands. These campers are so awesome restored and restomodded. Hope you continue with it.

[@AutoAli]

I’d say refresh the 396. They are pretty stout and would be awesome to keep her original. So glad Aaron’s feeling better also. ;)

[@joshsos5541]

This show is literally one of my favorites. I have quite a few people I follow on you tube. Cars and cooking!

[@flyingsparksgarage]

Sure do appreciate that!!! ❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@nathanshufelt6191]

Engine swap would be cool, but I think you would be happy to just do a refresh on the 396. Maybe add a Holley Sniper system. 👍

[@ronniepapepape1629]

See, God must be on your side. You were blessed enough to get the truck and yourself back home safe. Very cool, thank you Lord. Great times.

[@mrharry8466]

All the best. I'm glad things are going well for you. Thanks for the entertainment and knowledge over the years.

[@PaintmanJohn]

Love, Love, Love the Camper. I had a 67 just like it with an OPEN ROAD body on it. Mine was a 327, but still performed "adequately"... I would have really liked to have a BB 396 in it though, ESPECIALLY when going up through the mountains. We found ours at the DFW Swapmeet a few years ago. I let mine go due to health, but enjoyed it while we had it. Thanks for the memory.

[@richarddeschamps5425]

It's great to hear from you guys all the way up here in Canada 🇨🇦. Excellent episode. Mics are great . Love to see you working and getting along. Have a fun trip, kiddos.

[@rondogwil]

If mpg is no problem for you two, rebuild the 396. Maybe put a Gear Vendors overdrive unit in it for some better mileage. If you want even better mpg and power, go LS or diesel and some kind of transmission with overdrive.It's yours. You know how far away from home you want to travel with it. The choice is intimately yours, regardless of what the fans think. I like original with overdrive, but I understand it's old, outdated technology if you want to travel a lot,and far. Great video. Beautiful scenery. Be safe!

[@x35mmman]

Been a photographer for 38 years I consider myself semi professional and I must say those locations and what the photographers created was amazing. Really like the photo of the young boy looking out of the window.

[@brianwaskow5910]

If you put the wrong sparkplugs in, I can't imagine you attempted to gap them.

[@jasonfalk7696]

I love your video's. They're so down to earth, like we're all just a bunch of friends hanging out, but live in different places. I think the 396 would be cool to rebuild, if you're planning on keeping it on mostly flat ground. If your plans include mountains, a diesel would handle those better. A mechanical Cummins would be a much easier swap, than an Izuzu (Duramax). Either way, keep up the great content!

[@watkinstreefarm6880]

I say keep it the original 396. Great video guys.

[@dgb56bgd]

“Right down the YAP”. I think you should do a total rebuild of the 396. Keep her original. Great content. Blessings.

[@monkeybarmonkeyman]

A factory fresh 396 will make you more than happy in this C30 RV... it'll be sweet.

[@stevehenry2142]

Looks as though the quadrajunk could use a refresh...I love those things...everyone else can have their Holleys!

[@jackspringer9283]

When I learned to check the exhaust pipe for bad valve indications I was shown to hold a clean shop rag rather tight near the pipe, it's easier to see the fabric actually get sucked into the pipe ..it goes momentarily concave in an unmistakable manner 😮

[@paulf9653]

I'd defiantly keep it old school with a 396. A fresh rebuild with a Holley Sniper conversion would be sweet!!

[@richardturk7162]

When you had the mic close up Emily sounded like an all night FM radio DJ from the 80s. You could have backed up to clear the wheel chock left in in gear and shut the engine off. go back and remove the chock then get back in fire it up and head on out.

[@jeffjankiewicz5100]

Sound is good. Glad to see Aaron is doing well. Lindsey did a great job on your hair for the shoot. My vote is rebuild the 396. Stay safe, God Bless.

[@MrCptnawsm]

Another vote to rebuild the 396 here. Touch up the ports on the heads, use a small hydraulic roller cam and pistons with modern narrow rings to make some more power and save some fuel by decreasing the rotating loss those bigblocks have in stock form.

[@tonytrumble]

That seafoam stuff works wonders on cleaning the carbon buildup off valves!!

[@majobis]

First off that step repair going inside of the RV I would have added a middle bracing so the floor does not sag when getting into it. Second rebuild the 396, then add a different transmission with overdrive on it. Then put a TBI fuel injection swap on it, this would help put a little more power and some mpg to it too. If and when you decide to rebuild the RV part that would be a nice project to see you both tackle. I wish I had that truck and thats probably what I would do to to refresh it up

[@MM_in_Havasu]

Great video, gang! Thank you so much for all that you do for us viewers, Aaron & Emily! You guys rock. That ole camper would do well with a set of good Hooker Super Comp longtube headers & 3" exhaust w/Flowmaster 40 series mufflers(?), would run sweet, along with a 502 inch big block engine!

[@sstvega]

As Derek would say “pour it right down the yap” Berryman B-12. The Italiano tune up!

[@chrissiano381]

It is such a great old camper. I would rebuild it and keep it original.

[@stevehenry2142]

Never used Freeze Off...I swear by AeroKroil...pricey but ohhh so good!

[@leemorgan9203]

So glad you could smell the burn! I restored a 21 passenger that the muffler did the same thing... but the driver didn't smell anything until the fire burnt through the floor. Later he did admit that there were a few really nice people that were waving at him... why not shoot a 396 rebuild !

[@79tazman]

I would run a compression test on the thing when you get time because you may have a burned valve considering the seats on them heads are not hardened and was meant to run on leaded fuel. I had that happen on a big block truck and when I pulled the head the exhaust valve was sunk into the head and the valve had a big piece burned right off the edge of the valve so I had to sent them to the machine shop for harden seats and new valves.

[@joshlindemeier2434]

I am a huge believer in Sea Foam…there is a process that has you suck it through a vacuum line until the engine stops and then let it soak for a period of time (30-60 minutes) and than restart engine…it will smoke out the neighborhood as it burns of all the loosened up deposits…always a believer when you find and application and it works 😊

[@fredcotter9672]

I agree with Aaron to rebuild the 396. You will be amazed by how much power it will have.

[@danielpetersen3321]

Absolutely rebuild the 396 it needs to be rebuild

[@kwseth]

REBUILD IT!! 396's are a GREAT power plant!!

[@kevincosta9228]

The truck is such a cool survivor that I wouldn't even think about swapping out the original engine, especially since the original engine is a 396. The feel and sound of the classic big block matches the character of the truck.

[@JUNKEdDudek]

Nice! Rebuild the 396 and rebuild the transmission and fix the leaky rear axle. Get the breaks refreshed and cleaned up.

[@timothybrann2048]

That truck is very near and dear to my heart I have a 68 K20 with the same engine and 4 speed. Your C30 needs to be kept original the 396 is bullet proof once it's rebuilt can't wait for the follow up videos of that r

[@almonjacob3496]

Emily, that is an old school bigblock, built before gm reduced the nickle content of it's steel. Bolts dont break and holes don't strip like the new motors do. As for the seafoam, your feller you-tuber "pours Berryman's down the Yap". He calls it an italien tune up.

[@clydesdale5512]

I learned on drum brakes is to bleed them into a bottle, let the bubbles percolate into another bottle while pumping.

[@croomsracingengines9265]

Fix the exhaust leak first will make the other diag procedure easier

[@steventalbott903]

An old trick that I use to use is dumping cold water into the hot engine, it would blast the carbon off of the valves.

[@brads4667]

Love the camper hope to see more of it

[@michaelpeterson9479]

Just a tip on doing big block exhaust, something I learned working on a 454 in a 4x4 1ton dually, Always, always, always get the stainless steel exhaust donuts, the blue fiber ones are junk and for the manifold gasket, use the aluminum header gasket, it requires some fitting on the head bolts, but since the gasket is so thick, and dent soft material, it will fill gaps if the manifolds are warped any, using the stock gaskets like you showed may not fix the leak, also replace the bolts, the head of the bolts get disfigured over that many years and round off, then is a pain to fix, Love the camper, ain't nothing like old school big block to play.

[@joeybrown1784]

Yes 👍👍Rebuild that Awesome 396 Big Block vintage camper ❤️❤️

[@ronturner6411]

Do what we used to do when I was young, pull the motor in the driveway then steer the cherry picker in the garage do the work then reverse the process. Loved seeing part of a shoot with Emily.

[@josemena9118]

Very great video we love it out here in Pennsylvania we love you guys