How I ended up buying a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado LBZ 4x4 truck, TWICE!

[@odelldickey2218]

Wow ! What a great story! You are a great inspiration , a real workin man and his ole workhorse Chevrolet truck . American Iron all the way! Thanks for the video.

[@ModelA]

Thanks 👍 Yes, American ALL the way!!

[@scottbenauer1189]

A good truck is like an old friend. Be Safe.

[@ModelA]

You got that right!

[@mattbrown9484]

That truck definitely isn’t from my part of the woods. No rocker or cab corner vents.

[@gvxclassics]

Yes, the sticker does it! I have a 81 Chevy c10 stripper, that was owned by a little old lady landscaper since new. She wasn't a old lady in 1981, but she worked in the truck until 2019 when I bought it, Second owner, Hah!. It was a stripper in white with a 6 cylinder and 3 speed on the floor with less that 80,000 miles She sold it to me for $1000. I've been fixing it up (new clutch, drivers seat, fixing rattles, and dynamat!!). Its kinda ugly due to a bed crash in 2005, but, It runs great and its full for metal for recycling now. I've been a ford guy all my life, but, against my will, this is my third chevy truck somehow. The trucks name is Ralph. Thanks for what you do Paul. I watch your videos for calming respite from my car repair jobs.. I do classics too, Ralph counts..

[@ModelA]

Thanks for sharing. All the best to you and Ralph!!

[@Dakiraun]

That's such a great backstory for the truck - also, very glad you were able to recover so well from the stroke. That year was back in a time when GM was still making a good truck. That was a really good, reliable engine, and a proper Allison transmission (not that "Allison branded" stuff you find in the modern trucks). I wouldn't be the least bit surprised if you get another 200K out of her. But regardless of the mechanical details, it's that story and personal connection that will always make the truck special. :)

[@ModelA]

Yep. thanks!!

[@Bbbuddy]

Old GM trucks are great! My ‘99 Tahoe is nearing 300,000 miles and still doesn’t burn any oil. Repairs are easy and parts are everywhere. Very confidence-inspiring.

[@Brimstone667]

thats so cool, thats like my ol squad, the 1978 chevy k30 that i finally got, me an him go wayyyy back from when i first joined mccloud fire dept an no one wanted to be in charge of him so i did, he carried everything, the jaws, cutters, vent fans, generator, sceen lights, backup power head for the jaws an everything, it was under my command for 10 year, itss been such a good rig then finally we got a new squad to replace it an the chief promised it to me after it got retired but the service dist decided they were gonna keep it an haul the sewer vac with it instead an beat it down for another 5 years then finally they put it for auction an then I finally got it

[@ModelA]

What a neat story!

[@zackgeorge2575]

Great story and video! Thank You

[@jeffgrier8488]

That's a great story! I know the feeling, some vehicles just feel right.

[@ModelA]

Right!

[@timnewman1172]

In the early 2000's I worked for a company that did brush control for utility companies and we used Chevrolet one-ton trucks... we took them to places like yours and worked them HARD! They always held up and routinely went over 200K miles with very little trouble. The fact I survived a high-speed multi-vehicle collision in a 2004 is a testament to how well they were built!

[@ModelA]

Wow. Glad you survived that crash!

[@timnewman1172]

@@ModelA Me too... fortune was definitely on my side that day!

[@Norwegiansteam1]

I’ve got a Model A and an AA. But like you, I too have a LBZ with almost 300K miles only mine is a GMC with an extended cab with an 8’ bed I replaced with a flatbed as I am getting older and the loading height is lower on the flat bed. The best truck I have ever owned other than the AA.

[@ModelA]

Excellent!

[@kb1kos]

I agree. Always pay homage to the better vehicle.

[@steveduecker9872]

Pretty cool! A shame about the vandalism, theft, and neglect. It’s always nice to reconnect with an old friend!

[@ModelA]

Yes!

[@faithinwhatChristdidonthecross]

You just don’t look right standing net to anything else then a Model A… but that’s quite a story of your work truck😊 thanks for sharing. I am so thankful that you made such a great recovery after your stroke.🙏 God has so much more for you to do. God is good, God is great, God is never late😊

[@ModelA]

I felt silly filming with a chevy. God is always right

[@mattpowers3958]

Neat story, Paul. I was hoping for an update on Gandalf, but your truck is what makes a lot of the other A projects possible. Everyone enjoys a story about how a truck or tractor comes back around to the original owner or owner’s family. I enjoyed the video! Thank you for sharing!

[@ModelA]

Thanks Matt! Working on Gandalf's roof now. It's gonna take a while to finish. I can do a coupe top in a weekend if not filming it. Filming a project makes it take 10 times longer.

[@AddieDirectsTV]

Well heck. I didn't know you were a broadcast engineer! I direct news at a TV station lol.

[@ModelA]

Nice!!! I think that make us brothers somehow

[@mackfisher4487]

Hats off to Paul a Commercial RF engineer as mere twoway radio tech who service mountain sites in the 80s all over the Rockies I admire your work ethic, wish you would bring some of your work stories into KZbin. Though from your work schedule, model A's, and radio restoration I think that's not going to happen. You’re the man Paul.

[@ModelA]

I think my work stuff would be boring to all but a very few

[@charlesdalton985]

Awesome story! Thank you for sharing it, as it was great to hear and I’m glad you two got back together. ~ Chuck

[@ModelA]

Glad you enjoyed it Charles!

[@grantwells9671]

A’s is A’s, but I loved this story!

[@thomasmeyer5004]

Well, you managed to bring many of the vintage ford loving chevy guys out of the woodwork, can't wait to hear more chevy testimonials, nice work Paul

[@ModelA]

Hahahaa! I'm all about bringing people together

[@Go4Corvette]

Repair of head liner. Pull the head liner out and get some 3M spray glue, pull the fabric off and spray the board then reapply the fabric. Easier with two people but will look great, last a long time, and keep it off your head 😉. Some people even just rip it out and paint the board. Have fun 👍 Mike

[@billebobb]

Funny you mentioned that, because that’s EXACTLY what I was going to tell him! lol Only problem is that the headliner looks awfully “wrinkled,” but at least you’re not wearing it on your head ❗️😂

[@ModelA]

I did that! The foam is so crumbly, it didn't last long. The whole headliner needs to be replaced. It's been on backorder for 8 months!

[@BeetTheRush]

The channel is absolutelly about you, the cars are cool, but it is about your knowledge and expertise, whatever you decide to talk about is cool :)

[@ModelA]

Thanks! It is about the cars. I'm not that interesting. My other channel proved that.

[@BeetTheRush]

@Paul Shinn the other niche is very bad 😊 I'm sure the cars help, but your knowledge is an important factor!

[@ModelA]

Thank you for the kind words. The cars are the real stars here. I'm just the supporting cast.

[@deanelumert2535]

Hey Paul you would be amazed at what is going on ...I have a 2012 3500hd 4X4 crew cab dually , it runs perfect BUT the trans control modual failed , well this $360 item is out of stock and GM says about 2 years before I can get one . I can get the TCM on Ebay for $9000 so it sits !! This truck will set you back $85,000.00 new and it sits . GM has 100,000 Vehicles sitting without chips , and so we join the 3rd world 🤷‍♂️

[@ModelA]

Wow. Yep, I know. crazy times

[@su8pack13]

I have 2 Silverados both brought new. A 1990 2500HD 4X4 350 Gas, 283,000 miles. The other is a 2002 2500HD 4X4 Duramax Diesel, pre DEF, with 35,000 miles. I use the 2002 mainly for getting old cars, and towing the A and others to Hershey and other shows. I'll never get rid of either, basic maintenance and they keep on going.

[@ModelA]

Excellent!

[@johnds6621]

thanks for sharing. your lucky that truck sat in California and not in the rust belt or you would just have a pile of rusted metal by now.

[@ModelA]

Yep

[@kennethswain6313]

You’ve given new life to that old friend It may not be a restoration but a revitalization. Be safe and be well

[@ModelA]

Yes!

[@brendamcdaniel1958]

Yeah definitely put the sticker on it can’t hurt it. Just so happens my truck is a Chevrolet too, two door,rubber floor mats (a work truck like the ones you can rent for $19.95 a day)only it’s a V8 gas truck 2 wheel drive though and I like it. It pulls good anytime I need to pull a trailer with a T or A on it. You have a nice truck. I just have a hard time liking the diesel but that’s my problem. Thanks for the video friend, until next week hay what about that windshield replacement? Stay dry

[@ModelA]

Thanks! Working on Gandalf's top right now. It's gonna take a while. The windshield will be easy, maybe a weekend

[@oldiron7473]

Cool to hear about your story Paul, Sorry to hear about your health issues, I can relate kind of ,i have a 2004 gmc I've had for 15 yrs. rusty but trusty always been a GM guys, but I've always thought Model A's were cool, maybe I'll get project one some Day

[@RidesTheRain]

I've had several Chevy trucks. Some were very special. My '68, my '89 Suburban, and my 2002 Silverado. Great story!

[@ModelA]

Thanks!!

[@danielhomant2832]

Our vehicles are just as important as any other tool we have. Get one right and it makes all the difference. Mine is a 89 Freightliner with 2.6 million miles on its b model Cat. Never left me stuck or ever been on a tow hook, it certainly had issues over the years, but never lost time and always got the loads in and got itself to the shops. Even when the rear end differential bearings failed, it still finished a full weeks worth of work under normal load, heh. So if your truck is Archimedes, are you the lever, or the fulcrum, heh.

[@ModelA]

Your Freightliner is like a part of you! Nice.

[@scortia22]

I like seeing the other side of your life paul. Your a super human. Sorry to hear about your stroke a while back. I wish you well and many more years of health and possibly winning the mega millions. Also hope no more kidney stones for you. I've been taking those moon stone stone stoppers. Anyways. Look forward to seeing your next video.

[@ModelA]

Thank you for such kind words!! I have a stone on the left side right now. First one since August.

[@scortia22]

@@ModelA ugh. Hope that stone isn't that big. I hope these moonstone stone stoppers are working. Knock on wood. Anyways. Look forward to your next video.

[@ModelA]

@@scortia22 So far, no. But I will keep taking and see.

[@dalemettee1147]

I think that this is really hard to believe Paul, but as the old saying goes, you gott'a do what you gott'a do. One thing that I did notice though is that head liner. My '79 suburban had the same problem. The spray adhesive used to hold the liner up failed and the whole liner sagged. I tried to fix it but my puny try didn't work. A professional was needed. Anyhow, good video.

[@brendamcdaniel1958]

Remove the hard board (headliner) lots of trim to remove to access the board removal and then using a wire wheel or wire brush or both maybe even some sandpaper to remove the padded foam that has separated from the fabric so you can start with a clean smooth surface very important it’s clean (like any job the prep work is the hardest and most important thing to the end result) then using contact adhesive evenly spray the board and the back of the new headliner fabric evenly. It might need a second coat you have to be the judge. Wait for the glue to setup and with another set of hands place the fabric over the board. The objective is to try and not stretch the fabric but allow it to lay flat and straight. Not always easy to do depending on the board. Rubbing it down firmly, trim the edges and reinstall. My brother used to do them for $120 bucks including the fabric almost twenty years ago. Sure beats that fabric flopping around your head as your going down the road it’s annoying for sure. That’s what I would do you do whatever is best for you.

[@ModelA]

I repaired the headliner a couple yearsago, but the cardboard and foam thing is completely coming apart. I ordered a fiberglass headliner, but it's been on backorder for 8 months!

[@Ole-Red]

As far as the playe.....Go for it!! Great story. Be careful out there in CA!!

[@Audion]

I have a 2005 Silverado and love it!

[@ModelA]

Nice!

[@kerrybloxham7741]

Hey Paul - here’s a idea for you - hire a couple of young guys to do the work for you; that way you can show up in the model A and just supervise.

[@ModelA]

Hahahaa!!! Not many people with an engineering degree know how to do my specific work. Unfortunately, every time I've tried to hire someone, they can't cut it. It doesn't pay as well as you think it should, that's another problem.

[@SootHead]

I still have a Ford truck I bought almost new in '87. Yeah, I get it.

[@ModelA]

Very few people do. Good for you man!!

[@N-Scale]

I love the story of the truck !!!! I have had many company trucks , some bad , some good !!!!

[@ModelA]

Thanks man!

[@N-Scale]

@@ModelA You bet. We love to see all types of vehicles

[@waynemiracle8928]

I thought I was going to hate this video. I thought why are you talking about a modern Chevy truck and not a Model A? But I must say I really enjoyed this!

[@ModelA]

You can see how long it took me to work up the guts to publish this.

[@richardbrobeck2384]

Nice Paul those Duromax engines are great !

[@JalopiesDannerr]

We all have to get around - and different cars have different qualities.

[@Dan-qy1rg]

I love your story, although I am a Ford man. I have owned some Chevy's, my first was a 1962 Impala and the second was a 1966 Caprice, but I am a Ford man, plain and simple. Yes, you definitely should put the sticker on the rear of the Chevy truck, gives it class, also will stop any vandals, ha! Great video, thanks Paul, have a nice weekend.

[@ModelA]

Thanks man!

[@minapipita7917]

Nice story. Thanks for sharing

[@benhancock1408]

I've always considered myself to be a Ford guy too. So 10 years ago, the Ford F350 DRW, crew-cab that was my daily driver, died. I needed something now. Not only did I drive it to/from work, it also was used to pull my 5th-wheel camper, which is why I chose the dually, for stability. I search around a bit, but all the used Fords I could find were already worn out and way over-priced. Then I found this 2005 Chevy 3500 DRW 4x4. Price was about right so I bought it. Gas engine, 8.1L of fuel sucking power. 6 speed Allison auto tranny, posi rear end but no locking front diff, darn it. It had just over 100K miles on it when I bought it. Now it up to 180K and still runs like it did 10 years ago. The cab is showing it's age. Here in salt country,,,Iowa,,,anything will rust eventually.

[@ModelA]

Nice find!

[@James-mw6se]

Good job im so happy for you

[@mongo64071]

Very cool work truck. I bet you couldn’t do all that stuff with an electric pickup.

[@ModelA]

Not a chance

[@dowen1511]

Hey Paul if you go to Craig's list classic cars portland Oregon , there is an AA short bus in very complete cond . for $5000 bucks . I just noticed it today scanning through the ads . 👍

[@ModelA]

Thanks for the tip! I am definitely not in the market.

[@michaelwelch557]

Great story.....Thanks.

[@randolphpaul5899]

Do it, I agree with Zack.

[@ModelA]

OK.... Thanks!

[@secondcreekworkshop3908]

I work for a telecom here in Oregon and they have trucks just sitting around like that also.

[@ModelA]

Wow

[@mr_paw_t]

good story and nice to see you on Zoom call today.

[@ModelA]

You were on that zoom??!! Why didn't you say so man?!!!

[@mr_paw_t]

@@ModelA I sent chat message in zoom saying hi, and signed it AKA Paw T

[@ModelA]

@@mr_paw_t Oh, I don't know how that stuf works. I cant see chats

[@victoriahortus]

Dave is right

[@ModelA]

As usual

[@hotrodbob.]

Good morning Paul, I hope that you are doing well. I have w window regulator that I am attempting to repair, is it possible that you have a video on rebuilding regulator or can you please create one, PLEASE. I love your videos, I have learned A ton, thank you, Bob

[@ModelA]

I plan to do that eventually. thanks!

[@dalemettee1147]

Paul, me sitting home not planning to go out. Really windy, not very warm (29Deg. F). So I'm just scanning the internet and I think I've found your next work truck. Now don't get me wrong, I'm not suggesting that you sell the farm for this one, but its one to think about. The model I was just looking at was a Mercedes Unimog. I have to admit, I've never even seen one like this before but it would anywhere, I mean ANYWHERE. The tires alone are ~ 4 feet tall. I think that it is ~ 1feet from ground to top of the cab. A Mercedes diesel powers this monster.

[@ModelA]

I know what those are. Just too big, but good thinking!

[@williamforbes5826]

I just looked up your Duramax engine. It appears that you won the durability lottery. The LBZ was only used for two years, and you have it! Joint venture between Isuzu and GM. At one time Isuzu and Kubota were number one and two respectively in the numbers of engines built world wide. I don't know if they still are or not.

[@ModelA]

Yep

[@GreenBlueWalkthrough]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ModelA]

Thanks for watching!

[@mattomon1045]

Paul send the rain to me in Colorado so you can have water in july!

[@ModelA]

Wish I could man

[@marilynmoore6752]

Life is better when you drive a chevy

[@ModelA]

And can work on it...

[@richardvarian3632]

Thanks!

[@ModelA]

Thank YOU!!!

[@TheCloser1]

The best thing you can do with a Duramax is leave it stock. It’s most definitely not a vehicle you want to go replacing head gaskets and crankshafts in because someone told your sister in law that it was safe for her to run that efi live file that a computer programmer who doesn’t even own a Duramax wrote. 😒🤷‍♂️

[@ModelA]

Oh yea. I won't ever modify it. It runs great as is

[@dougjones4007]

Like you I am a Ford man! Btw ❤your channel! But one day my boss brought to me a Chevrolet Van! Asked him " did I do something wrong?" 💩 no! He said!

[@ModelA]

Hhaaaa!!!

[@Volfandt]

A good truck is the best truck, no matter the brand. Put that Duramax & Allison in an F250 and you've got the best of both worlds, LOL. Carry On.

[@ModelA]

I always thought a Cummins with an Allison trans in a F-250 would be the ticket.

[@Volfandt]

@@ModelA Yeah, that too...

[@williamforbes5826]

Hey! Do you have an Isotropic Radiator in the back? Never know when you might need one! Ha!

[@ModelA]

That one supports an HF wire, but mostly the VHF and UHF and some 2GHz panels.

[@oldtanker4860]

Put the decal on the truck!

[@ModelA]

OK! Hahhaa

[@evilfluff6634]

Me I never owned a GM that I didn’t kill just by driving it in 6 months. And I never wrecked a vehicle. I’m not joking. But if my other half owns the vehicle it will live longer. I went through two Chevy cars in 4 months. Than I got a cord escort drove that like I stole it. After some years I blown the clutch I traded in for a new ford. They scoped the engine because no clutch the dealer loved the car and stiffed me not so bad on trade. And I seen it running a for years after.

[@charlesgall7829]

Fords are great ,but I had a 96 GMC Sierra K1500 that had 416 K miles on it when I sold it. Don't work so hard!

[@vayabroder729]

Chevys are cars too…😉

[@ModelA]

Chevy lives matter

[@madman-pv9qd]

A real Model Aer would be driving an AA truck! just kidding

[@ModelA]

I think you're right though

[@Go4Corvette]

Good work truck 🚚 🛻 Paul. I worked on GM cars and trucks for 32 years of my 42 years as a ASE Master Automotive Technician and Delco electronics specialist. Good luck, Mike

[@ModelA]

Nice!