First Time Driving My New Hot Rod - 1956 Chevy Bel Air

[@SabotageGarageUSA]

Your content makes me want to put a TV in the workshop to play your content while I work on my projects. Thank you for keeping me interested at a level I can understand.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

We really appreciate your comment. That means a lot to hear. Thank you for watching!

[@jaya.0069]

If you have access to an Ozone generator it will eliminate the odor. You may be able to rent one for a day if you have an equipment rental business nearby. We use them in my repair business to remove animal odor as well as human decomposition odor. Love the 56, I had one years ago and currently drive a 55 Chevy sedan. New subscriber also.

[@TheSaxon25]

Sounds like you have some good stories

[@dwaynepettis6545]

Amazon $70 ozone machine. They work great and can be used anywhere

[@Feedthelibertytree]

Agree on the ozone generator, just make sure you do it and don’t get in the car for a couple days to allow the ozone to dissipate.

[@Chicago_Cars]

@@Feedthelibertytreedon’t need to wait a couple days. Use the machine then roll down the windows, car is drivable in minutes once the fresh air gets in it.

[@enduser6982]

can buy 0zone machine home depot (Note: if use it do outside and no pets will cause lung issues) or use baking soda to kill the mold by sprinkle and vac up.

[@robertharker9010]

Such a great, natural, real, non-rehearsed fun content. Just so real. Love it.

[@mark_osborne]

I love how much you love this car Olivia-- and your passion for it

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

It truly is my DREAM car!! ❤

[@justinhromek73]

I just love the dash, hopefully you can keep that as original as possible. It is a time capsule!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

That's the plan!

[@markbrown6236]

A tri five dash is Chevy at it's finest, that from a Ford guy.

[@bigbob16]

"The Good Side" is also referred to as the "Craigslist Side" Awesome project car... So many possibilities... Can't wait to see how it turns out 😎

[@FishNFoolLures]

I think the only good side here is looking at her from behind 31:12

[@frecheewhite431]

I love the radio antenna comments that it was moved to get to get more channels and Danny,s comment someone taking a dump on the trunk lid, you two are classic and funny, love to watch your videos

[@romeoalphafoxtrot9517]

Just seeing the smile on Olivia's face is priceless! This will be a cool project for the channel. Judging by the condition of those upper control arm bushings, I would hazard a guess that pretty much everything in the front end is gone. That wouldn't be a bad place to start. You could even do it a little bit at a time. Once that is sorted, it will definitely be less of a white knuckle ride. I like the car. I think it is going to be a cool ride! Great job Guys!

[@Rski1234]

I really dig the 56 and can't wait to see what you do with it. Olivia and Dan your channel is gnarly!

[@garywilson12]

just read an interesting fact. there is only one full time quarter mile drag strip left in southern calif and thats famaso. i use to live in californian 1967 threw 1972 while in the airforce and spent time at a few drag strips that arent open anymore, fontana drag sreip for one, such fun in those days, there were drag strips everywhere no need to street race back then oh they still did, lol. knew a guy at the fontana drag strip in 67 was running a 63 chevy biscayne 409/425 4 speed that ran 11.97 @ 122mph. yes and pulled the front wheels off the line with solid axle. your 56 will make some good videos

[@joecrone9862]

You two always bring me back to the 70's !

[@therealmccoy8310]

Your a natural Olivia and you seem to have a good teacher of mechanics too. I watch your videos alot so keep it up girl! Geoffrey

[@JeffreySturm-ks9fs]

You are a great role model for finding a shared passion and cooperation. Can be used by anyone for anything, as long as it is shared and respected

[@terryeustice5399]

Olivia with manual steering. I would put a larger steering wheel. Makes it easier Thanks for sharing! 💯👊👍

[@BillyJoeJimBob28]

Yep, bigger is better. For steering wheels too! 😂😂😂

[@brettjones5041]

Awesome How a Rough Old Car can Bring a smile to your face

[@glennhudgens4709]

being born in 1956 dat has always been my favorite tri5 model, i'm so glad you are doing dat one!

[@LI-FLKayakFisherman]

409 AC springs was the trick back in the 60’s to raise the front and then weld on threaded rod to extend shocks.

[@ThomasELeClair]

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[@LI-FLKayakFisherman]

@@ThomasELeClair Could have been those, long time ago and all I remember is the spring shop said the AC springs were the heaviest so that's what we had built. Took about 300 pounds on the fenders to get the shocks attached on the '57 we were building.

[@djperry6787]

Well, I'm really excited about your '56!! You two are such hard working regular folks. It is a joy to watch all of your adventures that you decide to embark on. Okay, a little side comment 😉 your Belair was made the year I was born, in the town I was born in. My daughter spends a lot of time in Livermore, and we had so much fun watching you guys fix the Belair and bring it home. I love the front stance as well. I have a '55 Chevy 3100 pickup, and it was also made in Oakland. I put steel 6" x 15" wheels on it (they are brand new and factory painted a silver color) and the '55 Belair dog dish hubcaps. Wish I could post a pic. It's a nice look. The 15's also are supposedly big enough to remove the drum brakes and add discs to the front braking. Where you have no shocks in front, that would be a great opportunity for some coil over shocks right where the front spring is. That steering wheel is so tiny, it must be hard to drive unless you have power steering. My '55 had a tiny steering wheel like that and one of the first things I did was buy an OER original looking, really big (18") steering wheel. It's very cool looking and works great. The Belair OEM/OER steering wheels are like artwork as well. They are just gorgeous. Swapping the Belair's steering box for one that has the in and out fluid connectors would help with steering a lot and add power steering. And then of course a pump/reservoir to the front of the LS. My '55's steering currently is a challenge to drive like Your Belair's. So next week I begin the work of removing the engine, Replacing the steering box with a power steering box. Replacing the drag link and tie rod, and tie rod ends. Removing the front drums, and adding disc brakes and a new dual bowl master cylinder. I will also add a steering damper which connects to the tie rod and front axle. After all of that, a new crate 350 that has sitting in my garage since December will be installed. I have taken up way too much of your time already, having to read all of this. So I will leave you with, "Wow!! This car is going to be so much fun 😎 Enjoy!".........Dan

[@TheMonkdad]

This reminds me of my teen years in the early 80s. No money but lots of time and energy. Lots of tows home by friends in the middle of the night. Have fun because it doesn’t last.

[@ronwatson4902]

My first car was a 56 Belaire 2 door post;same color as yours. That was 1965 and I was 15. When the guys at the cruise-ins get a look at Olivia you'll get all the parts and help you can handle. Good luck with your build.

[@Kicks001]

I've been nursing a 1978 Chevy Blazer K5 for many years. I feel both your excitement and pain. I just discovered your channel. Love it. Thanks for posting.

[@elwoodsummersjr596]

Great video, you two are so enjoyable to watch, Liv's passion and excitement about the car is great , always brings a smile to my face, lots of love from Pa ❤❤❤❤

[@stevenheal2950]

Tires have date codes on them. If you don’t know how to read them look it up online they’ll tell you there’s a series of numbers that tells you the month the day and everything.

[@streetsmart1164]

Your ‘56 takes me back to the early 70’s when I bought my first ‘56 for 200 dollars , from a guy named “Tiny”… which of course, he wasn’t. It was back in the days when just having fun with cars, .. well, .. was fun. Nice original Chevy , Keep it fun !😉

[@angelsanchez3074]

Name for it should be , Double Digit's as in the tri fi 55,56,57. My hat is on the way and i plan to order a few shirts. Love your enthusiasm for the old school hot rods. He is a lucky man to have someone who shares the same love for cars.

[@butchmanning6083]

love that car wish you guys were closer to me i have a ton of 56 chevy stuff

[@ctsroaddog]

Those skinnies on the front are the worst for street drivability they catch every crack in the road. It will be a great ride with some love. Happy for you guys!

[@SmittyInVegas]

Love the car. It reminds me of the 55 Chevy I had in 1981. I hate to say it but you probably have to gut that interior and hose it down with Clorox big time. I suggest getting on eBay and buying a turquoise original steering wheel. I’m a guy & I would definitely keep the front seat for action at the drive-in😎. God bless you and everyone here. Smitty.

[@generalsandnapoleon]

Cool vid, my friend! 56 Bel Air is awesome.

[@red_fox_flareside]

Gotta have that CHOP! Cool ride. I’m a Ford guy but I’ve always thought the tri 5’s were the iconic hot rod.

[@darrylqmiller]

Just found the channel and enjoy the energy you guys share. I wouldn't be embarrassed by that hot rod, it's a beauty! I'll state the obvious, brakes, brakes, brakes! Get better ones, new front suspension, fix the trunk rust (even if it's a temporary patch) so you can get a fuel tank of some sort, do the exhaust and drive the hell out of it. I get that it's new and fun just don't want to see you get hurt in your excitement to get her out on the road. Going to watch some of your other vids now as I have just watch the '56 ones.

[@bobbywalls69]

Don’t worry about what other people think as far as you drank all of your beer or not that’s no big deal and if anybody sees you driving that car the car is cool I wouldn’t care if somebody saw me or not the new me

[@NetWit20]

With that windshield, you should name your '56 Belair "Drive By".

[@McBuggs.]

I kinda like that one, but they're gonna have to change the windshield, so I was thinking "Gomer's Pile." I mean Olivia did call it a pile right!

[@OdySlim]

If you want to keep it looking old school looking you could always go with a 400 small block. You could easily get 418 cubic inches of pure old school SBC by boring and stroking it and you would get your choppy cam as well. I love the car and am happy for you! Regards from Ody Slim

[@alertgasper]

just remind 'em about the steam holes. picked up a couple cheap from folks who didn't know about this. the last one i scored just before the pandemic--$150 without a crank but a spare aluminum intake. came from a suburban but someone had put on a corvette intake in place of the stocker so i have both intakes and will go stroker when i find a car for it someday. Another seller thinking the LS has made everything from the past obsolete, heh.

[@OdySlim]

From the Web. 400 Small Blocks Steam holes are recommended for all 400 block applications. Use a 400 gasket as a template and drill the three holes nearest the spark plug side of the head straight down, the other three which are very near the head bolt holes should be drilled at a 30 degree angle away from the bolt hole. The center hole will intersect water about 1" down and the two outboard holes to a depth of 2 1/4". Use a 1/8 drill.

[@mikemullay5622]

Grant makes a nice vintage look steering wheel. I installed one of those on my '65 Skylark sedan.

[@LARRYMOCNIK]

If I had the car: Speedway straight axle/disc brake kit, leave all the bumpers and trim to match the patina look. Replace the windshield, but leave the broken wing window, new set of Moon three gauges under the dash, seat belts, new fuel cell in the trunk, put the hood on it and drive the snot out of it for the summer!!! LOVE the content!!!! GREAT find!!!

[@barryk253]

Is that the missing fender trim on the package tray right behind the seat??🤙🍻

[@dukeman7595]

Should have put an inline fuel filter on it when you first bought it and a few more for the road. That tank and gas line has to be full of crap from sitting. That's probably what killed the first one.

[@ClassicChrome86]

Used to have a "56 Chevy back in the day! I remember having problems with it stalling out in the beginning. Had to rebuild the carb. Your looks like a solid enough car. Good luck with it.

[@wesleydolen9180]

Odo ban, for sale at Sam's Club or HomeDepot. Mixes up to 32 to 1. Not a perfume, it kills the mold and mildew that causes odor. A disinfectant that works great on the worst mold and even rat po and pee. I'm sure Cali is more expensive, but in my area, Sam's sells it for $10.00 a gallon with a spray bottle.

[@lcswartz49]

Instead of trying to put the original chrome back on her car I would pop the chrome off and have somebody airbrush me some chrome on there it looks 125% better you Can also do the. V on The trunk lid the only way to go

[@OdySlim]

400 BLOCKS: From the web. Steam holes are recommended for all 400 block applications. Use a 400 gasket as a template and drill the three holes nearest the spark plug side of the head straight down, the other three which are very near the head bolt holes should be drilled at a 30 degree angle away from the bolt hole. The center hole will intersect water about 1" down and the two outboard holes to a depth of 2 1/4". Use a 1/8 drill.

[@charleskottman6609]

Getting a front end alignment and adjusting the “play” out of the steering box will help you a lot..

[@manuelceballos389]

repaint the white really nice and leave the green/blue patina and redo the Chrome nice

[@alcyr5655]

Just a die hard Mopar guy, wondering if you'll mount that tank up front. I always liked the gasser look. Mid 50's, and never owned a Ford. Had a couple of chevys. Multiple Mopars. Just enjoy what you got. No need to bad mouth other brands.

[@greggsvintageworkshop8974]

I'm pretty sure the paint color back then was called "Robin Egg Blue". I love the car!

[@rocks-if6uh]

I got a 409 that is a running unit comes with the perfect headers that dump straight out the sides just like the old gasser ran. Let me know. She's real fine my 409.😅

[@NickManCuso59]

Use arm and hammer carpet cleaner on the carpet and on the upholstery if it's ratty. Let it set for quite awhile so it has time to absorb odors. Just keep doing it every once in awhile and eventually the odors will disappear. If the car has seat covers throw them away. Leave all the windows down so the interior has a chance to air out. This worked for me good luck !

[@rickkings2071]

I love it! Reminds me of a pile or two I used to own and one I havent driven yet. Its worse when you get it looking good and it doesnt start but then you get used to that or fix it haha. Its called character and thats a real experience lol. Thanks for sharing!

[@the_langss]

Thanks for the Video...Scotty Kilmer did a video on using an Ozone Generator to remove odors. Worked for him...Enjoy your new ride....Regards.

[@libertycan6959]

That is awesome. I love the dash in the 55 and 56. 🎉🎉🎉

[@michaelsmall6818]

The smile on Olivia's beautiful face says it all... she's in love with this car, I don't blame her, even the condition I love it... small block chevy, 406 stroker, 700r4 tranny, everyone has 383 and 355ci.... love the car and your enthusiasm... great video and can't wait to see the progress

[@Nzchimeran]

Id go 350 small block. Budget build, cam, heads, headers, 4L60e trans with the sonnax full heavy duty upgrade kits, trans cooler, easy trans to rebuild, light weight. Rear end upgrade Nice cruiser setup Definitely fix the rust , you are the caretaker now for that lovely bit of history,help it last another 50 years Carpets got to come out and be steam cleaned, POR15 the floor and sound deaden it at same time. Molds underneath the carpet

[@truckladders4104]

Great Video ,really fun and relaxing. Loved the American Graffiti reference" A piss yellow 32 Deuce coupe!

[@davidwhiten3742]

Been many miles in a 56 Bel Air. Grandparents had a four door grey and white. Loved it!

[@rodhester2166]

You should not be embarrassed at all. That car has more character then most people. Such memories you are building.

[@joepimental6938]

Watched a couple of your videos over time, but got so addicted this 1plus a dozen - the humble soft spoken nice smart guy, and the super cute girl. Subscribed, liked, and going to find the 'cruisin outdoors' ?? Channel

[@ROBERTWENDT-q9k]

looks like TROPICAL TURQUISE AND INDIA IVORY paint where i live in Buffalo NY - driving that 56 like you did /are Id need a filing cabinet for all the tickets

[@mikelastpass689]

I'd call her Miss Molly. My hats off to both of you courageous wrenchers. I watched the previous vid of the drive back to the shop..... Wow... What Faith. Once all the kinks are worked out you'll have one sweet ride .

[@DesertRatFabrication]

Awesome 56, i have a 55 truck , and even though it started out a little better as far as driving went, i have been slowly getting it to a solid state, so once you start to knock things off the list before you know it you got a great car, i have a question how do you have the front suspension set up so you get that Gasser look, i was thinking Big Block springs with stock suspension?, catch you on the next one😁😁

[@josephtizol9695]

To solve the smell…I took my work truck to a detailer who used a small plug in unit like a dehumidifier and also bombed it which worked great. Amazon sells these little things they look like little couch pillows and I think they’re charcoal filled but they have different sizes. I love this car I’ve got a 69 F100 and I’ve give my left nut for original paint

[@WestsideCritters]

Olivia …😂😂 , when you said what a clunker , I laughed out loud with you and Danny ,, too hilarious,,, love ❤️ the ole bucket and Ya’ll 🏄‍♂️

[@benchman1351]

Gotta have Cragar SS wheels and white letter tires. Put the front end back down with a rake to it or they look nice sittin a bit hi and almost level. Ace the skinny tires.

[@markroberts1301]

Did you figure out what rear end ratio is installed? Neat car, great that you are so stoked on getting it sorted out. I'll be following the progress on this one.

[@benjiarehart2878]

I love it. I like rough around the edges. Once you start getting a few mechanicals ironed out on it. It will become more loved. I think it looks like a "Milly", for her name.

[@markhavens2319]

My first car (66 Pontiac Le mans) leaked at the windshield and smelled horrible in wet weather. All of the mold and odor was in the carpet. You may need to replace the carpet after you fix the front and rear glass. Love the car!

[@HoustonKilby]

Congrats on the 60k holy crap you’re killing it !!

[@trentdawg2832]

Congrats on the new addition to the garage guys!!!! Its def a keeper!!!

[@MrDeepwatermarine]

Piss yellow 32 Ford. I love that you young folks really are livin the hot rodder life. American Graffiti reference is definitely rare with people your age.

[@trifive_era]

So awesome!! Looking forward to seeing you cruise it, enjoy it and fix it up!

[@tommonson6288]

My vote on the wheels would be, a nice set of chrome reverse ( not uni-lugs), of course, wheels are whatever you like !...Tom

[@snodgress137]

If u can find a top notch auto detailer, they can tell u how to get rid of the smell , also the decal on bumper is 60s,70s tree hugger movement! Good luck with the 56, nice ride!!!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Haha I figured it was something like that. Needs a new bumper anyway

[@markbrown6236]

That would be the first thing to go if that 56 were mine.

[@dinoprather1254]

What do you have planned for the front windshield, as to say where are planing to buy one? Are they still available as new/ used? And how much?

[@James_71]

I'm new to the channel. Hello 👋 You guys have a really cool laid-back vibe. Absolutely live it

[@LenTaylor-h3l]

How about Bela for her name. My first car was a ‘56, same color (but not a Belair), loved that car!

[@barrfoste9209]

Looks like nice in Cali Ozone generator should get rid of the odor. Love you videos

[@Hitmans30a]

I really love this thing , in all its patina glory . So much potential.

[@gtnoslp]

Cool project car! What the hell was that piece on the original trunk lid? With all the rust I find it hard to believe this was a west coast car?! Must have spent alot of time near the ocean?! Cool KZbin content, can't wait for more vlogs! I have a 56 chevy 1/2 ton project sitting in my Wisc. garage.... Good luck, have fun! Car Name?? How about "Hel-Air" 😉

[@Jerry-b7z]

Is there still such a thing as chrome reverse wheels for the back. Wasn't my favorite look back in the day but, I miss seeing them a classic hot rod. Still have to keep the mags up front.

[@janethart7713]

Did it come with a hood just askin other then that i think that you got a 56 chevy something too be proud of it.thank you for getting a classic they always say that the older vars run alot better then the newer ones. Congras.

[@VK-zt6sw]

Sweet ride!

[@SteveTheFordGuy985]

The best suggestion, would be to remove the carpet and any padding to bare floors. the the car leaks water at all the floor /carpet, will get wet, become a sponge sucking up all the water. You may find rusted floors under the carpet. I would remove the seats, then remove all covering on the floor. This is necessary to know for sure the condition of the floors. All water leaks have to be repaired / emanated before you can install a new carpet kit into the car. Just a suggestion folks, I am not telling you what to do.❤

[@bcavmechanic]

Pretty cool car overall. Gassers are the coolest, especially tri five ones. It sounds like you have some good plans for it overall. Those old builds are always pretty crude workmanship compared to what we do now a days. Looking at that front end mess I highly recommend a front clip straight axle swap. It needs everything anyway. A properly set up straight axle drives great. My buddy just did a Nickey front clip on his 55' and it was a breeze to do. Danny welds plenty well to install something like that. Thanks for the entertainment. I always enjoy the show.

[@jamesmcmechan888]

Replacing the underlay and deep cleaning or replacing the carpets will help get rid of the smell. Sealing the glass will also help stop water getting back into the interior.

[@dinoprather1254]

Sometimes the original build sheet is stuck under the springs of the seats,take a look! As you can guess I have owned many Chevys. 55,56 ,57 have fun with yours !!!!!

[@fhernan3552]

Like that car saw the video when you bought it and yall drove it home 🎉 remind me when i bought a 70 impala in a farm ranch in Morgan hill and drove it to sf ca on the freeway with a cracked windshield and no brakes it was sittin for 6 years but it ran great

[@giuseppe841]

Really like that 56 Chevy Gasser, tinted windows fender well headers etc., as far as the front tires, the DOT number will have year of production

[@jackyboygee777]

Cheryl the Chevy will look magnificent when she's finished. 😍......Great video guys.

[@ceedell]

Hey Olivia, my name is Wendell and I'm going to send you a fb message with info on a Tri-5 friend in Hawaii. Love the 56 project! My 57 Chevy was a straight axle gasser from 1965-1985 before having the stock front suspension put back in, it still has the front leaf spring brackets on the frame too.

[@fiberglassrb]

you guys have a lot of fun together👍

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Always! :)

[@Irontrianglegarage]

Patina cars with nice bright work look amazing. Great ‘56 guys! Being so close to Livermore, I’m surprised I didn’t see it on marketplace. Dang it 😅

[@Mike-ie6ee]

Hi Olivia, I would get rid of the headers, nothing to gain, especially if you are leaning towards a small block. They constantly hinder mtce and space. Centerline wheels steal the show for looks :)

[@Cradletothegrave67]

Love the adventures as always. Next years Redwood Rally car !! I’ll meet you guys with my 51.

[@603goons9]

You should try an ozone machine to get rid of the smell in vehicles its typically works awesome. As for if you want to clean the carpets/ look into Odoban cleaner. That stuff works wonders. I used it on my shop floor that had many smells in it none of wich pleasent and it eleiminated them all.

[@rustedhorsepower5132]

A Tri-5 ! Very cool ! My dad had a 56 way before i was born, but he always talked Fondly about it. That 1st drive seemed sketchy, and this is from a guy who daily drives a 69 Chevelle (in the city) that's patched together repeatedly, and once had all around drum brakes and control arm bushings worn past the rubber. I couldnt help but laugh, because your 56 is sooo similar to my Chevelle, as far as the condition goes. Mine has a bb shot in the windshield, its passenger side is the "bad side" , decent people give it "the look", and so on...lol. i really like the green tinted glass and headlights on your 56. Do the old Mickey's not have DOT date codes like standard radials ? I've read somewhere that you can use 68-72 A-body disc brake spindles on a Tri-5, to convert to disc brakes. Anyways, this 56 is going to continue to be an adventure, lots of fun,...i enjoyed watching, God bless you guys!

[@johngreydanus2033]

Speaking as an Australian, I was amazed how easy it was to have it registered and allowed to be on the road in the other video? Here we would have to pass a rigorous road worthy inspection which covers everything, windscreen, brakes, suspension, shocks, lights, seat belts, exhaust, missing hood? However, we do have options for getting a permit for a few days which allows moving from one place to another, which I never heard you mention. And I thought California was very strictly regulated, especially for environmental concerns, e.g.. the exhaust fumes. Better give Chip Foose a call.

[@duck539]

Love your 56 !! Worst part of the Drive home had to be 680 to 101 Till you got to Morgan Hill !! Smooth Sailing after that ??

[@midnightgambler3718]

Maui has a nice 1/4 mile track too you know

[@barrystoy8222]

Enjoy your first ride awesome.Car had one when I was eighteen . Windsorontario canada watching

[@oswaldocontreras1360]

For the smell get a gallon of white vinegar, get 2 containers Rubbermaid work real well put one on the front and one on the rear floor use 2 cups of vinegar and leave containers open overnight,windows closed next day trow away old vinegar and repeat takes 3-4 times and the smell be gone, that’s what I do every time I get a new old car.

[@TheSaxon25]

This is what I've done in the past too. Works pretty decent 👍