I bought ROADKILLS "Vanishing Paint Challenger" - WILL IT DRIVE 1,800 Miles home?

[@wes11bravo]

Derek, this episode was amazing. I was worried your channel would lose some of its edge as it got more popular. If anything, it's more focused and definitely still the same VGG. Also, I'm reminded of how much I love and miss Texas.

[@cynthiablake6208]

I can't believe how professionally it's produced. And the music is always totally appropriate and engaging. The family is just the icing on the cake, because they're all adorable. I give a nod to my son after every episode for introducing me to Derek's channels. Even us older women who don't know anything about cars can really appreciate his remarkable talent!

[@pookysdad4884]

I dont think it's the same at all. Our boy is on the road all the time now doin' car guy events. He has a lot more money to spend on cars and parts. And he doesn't have as much time to do "will it run" revivals anymore.

[@speterbilt]

@@pookysdad4884 wanbulance is looking for you. Don't watch the channel then

[@pookysdad4884]

@@speterbilt It ain't worse, just different. I do kinda miss the "underdog" element, though. But still the best channel on yootoob.

[@arongooch]

@@pookysdad4884 World doesn't revolve around yourself good fella

[@AbominableJoshie]

On behalf of all of your fans who grew up in families more rotten than the rear deck lid on the Vanishing Paint Challenger, thank you. You share your family with us and inspire us (well, me at least) to one day raise the kind of family I wish I had. This video may well be the most wholesome thing in the history of mankind to also include burnouts.

[@tenman7242]

Well said!!

[@TimsWorkshopTJY]

I understand where you came from. I was my parents backseat bartender and was left in the car in front of the taverns when I was little. No siblings so always by myself. It did teach me to have allot of patience and be creative making up stuff to keep me entertained

[@nobodyspecial6436]

@@TimsWorkshopTJY i had lots of siblings…(9 in all) but did spend a fair bit of time in front of various taverns

[@That_AMC_Guy]

Ain't it the truth? Even though it reminds a feller of all the things he missed out on.... at least there's some comfort knowing there's good folks out there.

[@joedeckinflyover]

Grew up in Weatherford and can't wait for the 35 truck trip ! Love restored to .

[@GustavoLovato]

This is becoming less of a mechanic / car enthusiast thing and more about what a loving family is all about. Love it.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Join a guy and his fellet Jessica in the LIVE chat! We'll be there around 530PM Central Time. Thanks everyone for watching - please don't forget to subscribe, like, and comment!

[@johnking9410]

Derek you are awesome, I can’t even describe how much I like your videos, you are such a great guy, thanks for all you do I really appreciate it.

[@ViceGripGarage]

@@johnking9410 Thank you John

[@pookysdad4884]

530pm Central...that's 330 on the Left Coast, right?

[@jrsgarage7623]

Hey Derek my buddy bob cameron from staples he said he met you b4 you went big time. We building rides and do what you do ,here in MN for 30 years..awesome to see 1 of us make it!

[@jrsgarage7623]

Bought a 1955 Chevy 4dr Full of parts for 500 and I loaded it alone with a junk come along after dark and no tailights. Normal fun for me..lol. Check out the junk in her Trunk vid I loaded

[@albertbryan7132]

I love that you incorporate your family into your show! Not only are you a great mechanic but a great father to boot!

[@audiokyle]

"Did I already work on this somehow?" when he sees the wiring....this guy is golden. I love the channel.

[@twist2723]

The way you involve your kids and your wife into learning car care and engine maintenance and understanding travel and transportation, is so awesome. Nothing seems forced. It doesn’t seem like you’re telling them what to do, rather than suggesting ways to do things and letting them learn their own ways. I wish more people were this way with one another.

[@joeyb.9858]

Once a guy gets a mopar he can't have just one.. 😁👍

[@trythinking6676]

@@joeyb.9858 oh god. Bought an 85 shelby charger and got hooked.

[@maxwelldarnell3361]

This one made me cry. That segment at the Pima museum was incredible. I got goosebumps and emotional. Thank you for that and thank you to all military personal. We can never repay what you have done , but we will always appreciate it more than words can offer.

[@Omgninjas2]

If you're ever going through Albuquerque NM check out the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History. Great museum and lots of different things I haven't seen anywhere else.

[@petemoss8245]

The Pima Air Museum used to be a donation recommended accessible site till they started selling tickets.and now, if you book in advance and pass security checks, you can get a bus tour on the Davis Monthan AFB boneyard tour.....BTW: there is a Air Show on the the 6th and 7th but it might be sold out Used to get in for free back in the day too.....now the prices are like going to a rock concert !!!

[@seniordavidmanderson9232]

D. Anderson, USMC, Hotel Company, 2dBn, 9th Marines, 3d MarDiv, 2/9/3, 68-69 Operation Dewey Canyon. In memory of 58,281 men including 8 women, all nurses, 16 clergy members and 160 Medal of Honor recipients who served in the Vietnam War and later died as a result of their service. We honor and remember their sacrifice.

[@gfd7469]

Your family is so sweet! The boys seem so calm and respectful. My kids are older now and watching you guys makes me miss the days when the kids were just little ones, so many great memories. You and Jessica are raising a beautiful family...God bless!

[@johnblakemore5839]

When a lady knows how to read plugs, a fellar knows he’s got the right one!.!.!.!. You are living a lot of men’s dream Derek and we love coming along for the ride brother thank you for it all…

[@Mtlmshr]

Well you hit the nail on the head “this family had a million smiles” and ain’t that what it’s all about “FAMILY” and good times….well done Mom & Dad!

[@jeffreyanderson3668]

Derek… you are a Phenomenal dad and husband! Really appreciate how clean your videos are that I can watch with my kids!! Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

[@pookysdad4884]

You mean, he ain't a filthy gutter mouth like Zip Ties n Bias Plies? True dat.

[@jamiebettyscott9046]

Derek, you bring so much shear fun and joy .A Canadian old timer(70), I just love your down to earth humour. You're honest straight forward and just plain a good guy with a great family.We could all learn lots of life from your attitude. So grateful to have stumbled upon your channel.Keep up the great work and be blessed.

[@ericteipen]

The real cool thing about this is that you're creating memories for those kids that they'll never forget. I promise you if they live to be 80 they'll still remember that adventure. Great job Dad!

[@tacey01]

A channel like Vice Grip Garage is 10x more enjoyable than ANYTHING on tee vee! Outstanding work Derek and Family!

[@cbxsix]

I regret I have but one like to give to this video. Great family, great trip, great car. Making irreplaceable memories! That's what it's all about.

[@marcpigeon7796]

As a lifelong motorcycle and airplane guy your channel has, at 57 yrs young, introduced me to the world of muscle cars and it all started with the $119 paint job episode. Much love from Montreal.🏍🇨🇦

[@xxthe_remedyxx5296]

BEST channel on the bleepbloop machine period!

[@ZoeRichardson199]

😃😄🤣

[@ViceGripGarage]

thank you

[@ruwithlee1970]

@@ViceGripGarage With the fall of roadkill you're the only one out there that fills this genre and is worth watching thing doing this kind of work really And you're also funny and entertaining!

[@judod97]

@@ruwithlee1970 there are many others worth watching,actually. But guy likes this one,because he is funny af

[@JW...-oj5iw]

@@ViceGripGarage ... Check out my comment.

[@MarineTpt92]

Your O’Reily’s ad came on in this episode. Love it!! Glad to see you having such success. Great episode and was great to see the whole family. Laughed pretty good at the kiddo giving his best “HIAT-SAA” per your direction on that coil wire. 🤣🤣

[@jerredwayne8401]

I didn't even skip it!

[@matthewjensen8960]

I saw it too!🤣🤣

[@colinklang]

Got the ad too, a fella was a little confused the first time it popped up. So glad Derek hasn't changed a bit.

[@formerpilgrim4934]

The O’Reilly store here is pretty good.

[@kevinroy8611]

This is no longer the “Vice grip garage” It should now be called the “Vice grip garage family” with pride, It’s so cool to see the whole family involved.

[@loganmaximus2160]

It was cool watching his wife drop the knowledge. Also cool watching the kids copy dad cuz they want to be just like him.

[@GT380man]

@@loganmaximus2160 yep, I noticed that. It’s a good thing to admire your dad.

[@billybob9961]

@@GT380man Well in my case admiring my dad probably wasn’t such a good thing my dad was a criminal for a living my grandfather full blooded Sicilian from Sicily real old-school mafia I guess my dad was following in his dad’s footsteps, when I was 18 years old a friend of mine was murdered for no reason and I decided to turn my life around and do good things in his memory that way something good came from his senseless death, i’m sorry for getting overly deep on just a cool fun video I try to be a really good dad that my children could admire I wish I had a good dad but I have been blessed with one of the best uncles ever he makes up a lot of what I missed out

[@charlesoutdoors2424]

I this cracks me up every time he looks a car over. "Little rust there, But that sticker makes up for it." "Little weight reduction going on in the trunk." He's one hell of a storyteller!

[@1320video]

Nice score feller!

[@syco133]

VGG you already know you’ve made it but when 1320 comments your set. Now 1320 just needs to come to the new farm and experience the shenanigans.

[@tommattie1240]

Dude. I love the family dynamic. Of course we are all going to keep coming back to see the cars, repairs, revivals, and car shows. Seeing the whole family join in, and having a good time is priceless. I'm not a prude, and bad language does not bother me at all, but seeing a more "wholesome" approach with your videos is quite refreshing.

[@dustydon6419]

There’s not much of anything more heart warming than watching you include your family in what you do. My best buddy growing up had a’70 R/T SE with a screaming 340 when we were in high school. Many a good times back then. The way you include your boys in all you do makes a guy wonder if they will inherit your channel or branch out. The excitement is building.

[@billybob9961]

Awesome I have a 1970 RT challenger with a 440 magnum four-speed pistol grip super cool car I’ve had it for 23 years really love it I keep it stored in my warehouse with a cover so it’s in great shape 86,000 all original miles. I also have a 1970 SS Camaro with a 396 numbers matching three speed automatic I have the original build sheet found it underneath the seat when I was putting in a carpet kit, and a 55 Chevy nomad V8 with dealer installed AC super cool car. The sad thing is over the past 20 years I’ve put on about 1500 miles between all three of my cars it’s always been one thing or another busy I started to change the oil take them for a ride around the block but they should be driven sometimes I think they deserve a new owner so that people can enjoy them I’m just not sure what to do. On your original note I think the 340 was one of the coolest strongest nicest small blocks ever made what a powerhouse.

[@natewatt3537]

Derek is good people

[@kevinsworld.7086]

man Derek I still love this episode just as much as when you first posted it. Roadkill done an amazing job on all the Mechanicals for this car, you and your wife are a perfect couple and truly meant for each other (Couple goals). You can tell you are a great father, your boys admire you. you are one of very few channels left that are real to the core.

[@williamweir2744]

Keep the tires warm

[@martybixby3320]

Since my oldest son turned me on to VGG 8 months, 17 days, 22 hours and 36 seconds ago this has to rank up there one the best episodes so far! It's so refreshing to see how your family grows and learns together from your cross country frolicking! Keep em coming!

[@jamesfranklin7058]

So good, keep it up.

[@ants9230]

The first video I watched was when you collected "Independence" and I thought you were completely and utterly bonkers. Now you have almost 1M subscribelators and you haven't changed one bit 🙂. Keep it up, I love the channel. All the best from a cold and damp Scotland.

[@outsiplout]

Same from Belgium...See you next time!

[@mohawk2138]

I feel an affinity for Independence. I kind of grew up with the car. I got family in South Dakota visited Sturgis a kid and saw this car out there now you got it and it's beautiful I want to touch it again and bump my head against the bumper

[@sonofthor86]

@@mohawk2138 same here my mom lives and is from Sturgis, it damn well brings back some memories.

[@davidgross5826]

When he duct taped that frame hole I almost fell out of my chair I was freaking sold

[@mikeadams2677]

Derek, I rather like these occasional travel videos almost as much as the revivals. For 14 years of my 22 years of my truck driving career driving over the road, especially when you're rolling on the interstates, even in time lapse mode, I know where you are and it brings back memories.

[@andrewhumphreys]

I love how the channel has progressed with the smaller humans Derek is responsible for, getting more and more involved for me its parenting done right.🙂. Thank you for your time and effort spent to entertain us guys

[@bobsoxx5008]

Thank you to the whole family for sharing your adventures with us. this installment of VGG was one of the bestest.

[@thedragon2299]

Jessica you are a natural, spittin' that knowledge better than most commentators or hosts I've ever heard! I will certainly enjoy more of that in the future videos.

[@pookysdad4884]

I know, right? I knew she was helpful, and turned wrenches with him, but I never knew she could read plugs! She's been trained well.

[@BUILTFORDTOUGH79]

14:24 what a lucky kid. Love how you’re a family man…. That’s what keeps me watching. If only the entire world had the same laid back mentality. Love it man… keep the content rolling EDIT: the tribute to the service men and women was touching. 🇺🇸

[@celesteweingartner6639]

Derek, I've been sick a lot lately with nothing to do but watch videos and I've been watching your channel a lot, I love everything you do. It's great to see you not only include your family but your brother and his family as well. Your videos are inspiring and made with as much love as your show your own. I'm subscribed. And can't wait to see what you do next. This fellette is glad she found your channel. And props to your beautiful wife who puts up with your crap and stands next to you on all you do. Much love to Jessica and you and kids.

[@richienotsorich4303]

That was awesome!!! Greatest parents EVER!!! Those boys are so lucky. Quality family time is so important. They'll learn so much AND enjoy great family time that they'll cherish forever. Unfortunately that's become a thing of the past. VGG is one of the bestestest channels on KZbin. 👍

[@ronaldstewart3467]

Man you better be loving that woman, smart as a whip and coming up with the nice hood pin right on time! Wow you are so blessed!

[@MasterBaker2020]

Derek, it’s official. This is my favorite channel on KZbin. You’re so genuine!

[@dylanseidel523]

love the “will it run and drive” videos and the revivals! keep em coming!!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Will do

[@gregorypiercesr.794]

The fact that your family is involved is beyond cool! Reminds me of the 60's when we all went on vacations together!👍👍😎

[@trevorcozens1677]

Thanks Derek and Jessica that was amazing. Thanks for taking us along with you all. It never ceases to amaze me how big the USofA is compared to little ol New Zealand. Cheers Trevor.

[@trythinking6676]

America is huge. 4 million miles of roads. I love just driving. Want to go east and just drive in the westen states. Put me anywhere in there I will know where I am.

[@friguy4444]

I just love Derek's beautiful family!! I also loved that you and the guys from Restored are friends! It goes to show that "they" can't destroy the sanctity of the American family! God Bless!

[@therealav77]

As a new father. Nothing makes me smile more when I see your family with you. Iv watched you for a fairly long time and it’s just so cool to see them interact and be interested in the same things you are!! And driving in the builds with you. Just awesome man. Keep up the great work loved every step of this channel.

[@averymackey2966]

Congratulations on your fatherhood! I'm hoping to have one of my own soon

[@harleywainscott6059]

Congrats. And Avery Mackey, best of luck to you as well mate! Start that family!

[@haxonprime1243]

Just wanted to let you know, my family and I watch all of your videos. The funny factor you bring to very video never fails to entertain us. The kids love the finger and hands thing he does when pointing something out. I understand that it's all satire, but please never stop being this funny. The entertainment value is off the charts. You honestly deserve your own TV show LOL!! Thanks for all the continued laughs, keep up the amazing content!!

[@TheBonsaiZone]

"See you next time" Best ending ever!

[@ronniebuchanan6575]

Completely caught Derrek off guard. He was amused by his laugh. I though it was great. Lol!

[@markbrown6236]

I'll be dipped that ending was the best.

[@AntonyThorburn]

happy chills

[@troynutter8902]

That little human has many uses, bonnet prop, youtube personality, so on so forth

[@chisassinrollyoass2271]

Hey Nigel,, fancy seeing you here. I'm also a fan of you. Nice seeing other KZbinr's supporting each other

[@ch319ris]

That was great! You got a really nice family there Derek. I like the fact that you aren't sticking to a formula on making content. I love the revivals but only doing revivals would get stale and I like that you are focusing on vehicles with some unique back stories. You're a smart guy, I don't need to tell you this. Love the channel man. Keep it up.

[@WeeZie-FkN-BaBy]

Love how your whole family enjoys themselves on these road trips. Couldnt ask for a better time! They will remember this forever

[@andrewvillanueva3722]

You have a awesome family. You are a awesome dad too for taking your family on your adventures.

[@midnightrider4ever]

I've been at home in bed sick all week. This should just about make my week 99.9992% better.

[@ViceGripGarage]

hope you feel better soon

[@matthewwallace2981]

Get better

[@ChinookBear]

Same. This will surely lift a guys spirits.

[@midnightrider4ever]

Thank you. I've got a week to go before I can go back to work. Bronchitis, severe sinus infection, double inner ear infection and I was dehydrated on top of all of that. Should be fun making up two weeks of lost income in my small business. Nope...probably not.

[@midnightrider4ever]

@@ViceGripGarage thank you. I'm glad to have quality entertainment while being stuck at home.

[@arthursmith3401]

You're a good man Derek, this video warmed my heart. For a young man like you, who tries to portray himself as a scatter brained, ne'er do well, the reality is, you have it figured out. First, you include your family in all that you do, and make it interesting and a learning experience for the young ones. Because of this, I'm confident it will pay benefits down the line, with well rounded, confident young adults, who won't end up being statistics, or homeless, or addicted to opioids, or whatever rotten trend bored kids can find their way into. There's a closeness there that all young families can learn from, every one secure in his/her role, and important to the whole. You have it right by not putting the importance on a 9-5 existence, instead, keeping it interesting and always on an upward learning curve. You have a patient and beautiful wife who shares your interests and lifestyle, and well, basically, you are a very rich man. Money isn't the way to happiness, spending money never bought it, however, it's how you spend the most valuable thing we all have, but few recognize, your time. I'm certain, when you're old, and your hips lock up, the knees and the back's decline can only be measured by some type of protractor, you will be able to look back and say, I wouldn't change a thing; and you will recognize that the love and closeness, inclusiveness, you instilled in your family, will be evident, when their families keep you and your lovely wife a part of their adventures. In all seriousness, God bless you and yours Derek, and continue delighting the world with your unique, good and clean channel!!!

[@billybob9961]

Very well said 100% accurate.

[@fretlessfender]

My sentiments exactly! Only 41 likes as if now? Impossible...

[@steveconor9463]

Does anyone have the original episode of roadkil

[@stephanienoodlewood9080]

I love how the whole family gets in there and helps out that's awesome we need more of that with kids these days because I learned how to work on vehicles by watching and helping my dad just awesome that the whole family is apart of you videos keep up the awesome work and amazing videos

[@rikmeyer1469]

Your wife and sons are the coolest! You are a blessed man! I wish you all the best!

[@johngerson7335]

Love what you're doing Derek (and a Feller's Family!), you're not only keeping the car-culture alive but also an American family-ethic as well. Awesome work man, many props to you & yours, and please keep it up!

[@philsmith7724]

Is that the human hood prop 9000 or the Pittsburg 200 ??? :-)

[@darckasasin]

You know, I always was jealous of the job that the Roadkill guys had, and now I might even be jealous of yours, too 😂 what an opportunity of a lifetime, and anyone would be hard-pressed to find a family more deserving of such an automotive icon. Congrats on the score, man, and thanks for taking us along on the journey.

[@burtonray9259]

"Hood pin test, Complete!!!" Man I love this channel, I couldn't think of a better way to start a man's day. Got to get my dose of VGG! She's addictive, and I ain't kiddin ya!!! Thank you for all the work you do to save these old rigs, makes a guy feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Keep bringing the thunder (content) !

[@ni_wink84]

This episode was so great, the family vibe, the road trip and just having fun, amazing! We need more family content, it’s so great to see how you all just have a great time doing things together and it’s hear warming to see the youngsters learning from mom and dad! Definitely one of my top favorites on your channel

[@danielputnam7191]

You sir, are a gentleman, a family man and patriot. Thank you for your videos. Although I love all of your videos, this one was something special. I love that you involve your wonderful family in your "adventures". Truly heart warming. Oh, and thank you for the "shout out" to the veterans during the Pima Air Museum segment. I flew Apaches in the Army for 26 years and hearing the radio traffic really brought back some memories. Ending that segment with our flag...well damn near brought me to tears. Thank you for your content, Derek. I look forward to the next VGG video.

[@srcazier]

I struggle sometimes watching a 20 minute video, and I watch your 1 hour videos , no problem. Thanks for sharing your beautiful family.

[@kurtr4174]

Bought my first classic this past summer and you've honestly helped give me the confidence I needed to really dive into working on it! Learning a metric s*** ton and laughing the entire time every time I watch one of your videos man. You deserve every thing good that's coming to you!

[@pookysdad4884]

Most of the cars I ever owned would be considered "classics" now. But they weren't when I got em! Well, a few were. 3 Chargers, 2 Satellites, 1 Dart, 1 Valiant, 1 Fury.

[@ArdFarkable]

whatja git?

[@jessiedavis3543]

I bought a 1959 oldsmobile super 88 holiday hardtop because of Derek, about to see it for the 1st time in about a month

[@kurtr4174]

@@jessiedavis3543 haha well damn! Mines not quite as classic as that, but I picked up a 1984 dodge d100 with a 225 slant 6 and I’m getting her back on the road. Always been a dream of mine to have an older truck like this. Enjoy the ‘59!!

[@senhorspock]

This was the BEST VIDEO... EVER, Derek! I love when it's a "whole family" episode... Thanks for sharing that! And, let's not forget the 35 Ford pickup: it's just a beautiful thing!!

[@CherokeesJeepLife]

Derek, you and your whole outlook is a inspiration to everyone. Still waiting on the story about why yall moved to Tennessee. Love watching your beautiful family enjoy themselves while enjoying your passion.

[@PLANETNAMIC]

Less rust on cars. Derek is a smart man!

[@79huddy]

Finnegan is in the honey hole Georgia is the spot for solid cars and trucks that clay packs on everything underneath and keeps them solid

[@pookysdad4884]

Reason #1: WINTER! Reason #2: ROAD SALT in winter! Bad for cars.

[@Ridendrty]

Taxes and cost of living super low in TN.

[@JackOSUrulz]

Reading the comments just corroborates my thoughts on my fellow VGG fans, many are rooting for you to become more and more successful, and one of the main reasons is because we (allow me to generalize lol) love the simplicity in your shows, the family content, the whole nine yards....because it’s people like you that entertain those of us now that have become disillusioned and disgusted with the nonsense coming out of the “usual” media outlets, movies, etc...hollyweird has simply cut us normal good ole American folks out of their planning when it comes to entertainment, but who cares when you seem to be doing it better than they did for many, many years lately.....LETS GO BRANDON!!! KEEP IT UP DEREK!!

[@darrenthomas6868]

Thank you for thanking Vets, I love your way to explain a repairto a vehicle. Cool !!!

[@diciccobh]

My husband and I watch all your video’s so we will be tuning in for your live chat! Thanks for the fun. You are a joy to the you tube community (your family included!).

[@rabesbird]

As the channel progresses I’m only finding I love it more. Somehow every video just nails it! Thank you Jessica and Derek and the boys for letting us tag along!

[@fennec13]

I recall long road trips along the east coast with the family stuffed in cars. I would love to get out on the road like this again. It's great to to see a guy out there making some memories with their family. Your boys will look back on these some day and wonder how they lucked out at having such an amazing dad and mom ! Great show as always Derek.

[@richardotero2376]

Speak for OUR SELVES, says the boys. We ASSUME the boys are catchin skeeters, grinnin with enthusazm. Or NOT! At that age? They r plotting mootny. Poor guys got to watch dad talk to an invisable soccer ball like hes ship wrecked in a car.

[@evanebert9605]

I don’t know who got the O’Reilly’s add with Derek in it but it was hilarious and awesome.

[@kevinpaul7407]

Yup definitely wasn't expecting that lol

[@mitchellpettijohn3841]

Best O'Reilly's commercial ever actually watched all the way through just chuckling

[@grumpylang49]

Got the Ad as well. I always skip the ads but when I saw it was VGG I watched. Well deserved

[@Challenger_186]

@@kevinpaul7407 Neither was I lol

[@chrisemery3871]

Perfect just perfect, time spent with the family having fun and making memories. The boys are getting education that no school could teach and learning family values. For me it was a great video combining cars and aircraft, keep the episodes coming Derek and family please, sending Best Regards from the U K.

[@thedude2278]

"Looks Jigglier than John Goodman's neck" is hands down the funniest one liner I have heard on this channel. You had me in tears on that one Derek😂

[@chrispelky8800]

I dont about that.i think "tighter than j los joggin pants."was the clear winner this time.😂

[@darrenswails]

Not on this one but when he said in the independence chevelle engine build and he changed his engine stand " I'm going to change from the kiera knightly engine stand to the shikera engine stand because she's quite a bit thicker " 🤣🤣

[@spikymikie]

Thank you Derek. As a native Nashville son who spent 8 yrs, (7months, 29 days and 17hrs) Active duty USAF, that was an emotional moment for me. Im doing Rt 66 next year with my 73 Formula (if I can get it done enough) and Pima is on the list!

[@kerrylewis2581]

I watched the Peak commercial and it was great but I say more Jessica was needed. You two are a treat that's hard to beat!

[@larrydavidson3402]

What an awesome family, you can feel the closeness of this family. Their kids will talk about the family trips for years to come. Derek and Jessica are doing a fantastic job. Admire the heck out of you both, need more parents like this!!!!!!!!!

[@matthewkingsmore8824]

This was an amazing episode. Love the fact that your family is right along with you for everything and how your boys are always there and willing to help! OG VGG fan here, and look forward to future content!

[@stevehork9193]

Hey guys it's Valentines day and I'm just seeing this. I just gotta say how fortunate you are Derek. Jessica is every man's dream girl/ wife/ best friend. HAPPY Valentines day you two ❤

[@joshmontgomery9488]

This is now in the top 3 best VGG videos to date. Thanks for taking us with you and your family. Can't wait to see what comes next. Families are everything.

[@keeganlangford5580]

I've been following roadkill, this car, and your channel since the beginning. Glad to see this car end up with a guy who will appreciate it.

[@YsanneOshea]

You know, speaking from the UK, I love the wide open spaces you visit, fantastic scenery and the easy going attitude that you have about the everyday around you. It really shines through. But above all, if ever there was a way of teaching 'little humans' to grow into fine, useful and compassionate members of society, this is it. I couldn't be more impressed. It's like a masterclass in parenting skills. You are both a fine example to us all. Thoroughly enjoyed this edition of VGC, Thank you!! :-)

[@Popeyes66]

I'm in the UK too.Derek and his family bring back memories of what life was like growing up in the late 60s-70s. Unfortunately Britain and especially LONDONISTAN will NEVER EVER be the same.

[@dustydon6419]

Derek I really enjoy how you include your family in what your doing.

[@kylenewton5446]

That was a genuine Derek laugh at the end after little man gave us the outro... absolutely love this channel

[@pookysdad4884]

Hey Derek, did you see that nice fellow Brad, at Blind Guy Garage? I don't know if your "Meet Derek" contest winner is CHOSEN by you, or just a random drawing, but I'm sure pulling for this nice, deserving man to win it. Have you seen his video, asking you for his consideration? He has a Squarebody K5 Blazer, 2 Squarebody Suburbans, some other cool old Chevys, and 2 junkyard LS motors. He's legally blind and but has 4 adopted kids and a mower repair business.

[@blindguygarage]

Thank you so much I must say I don't want credit for being a veteran I am not one my eyes are messed up before I can get into any service. And I have five kids. LOL and I don't have any diesels. Again thank you so much for mentioning me I greatly appreciate it. God bless you and yours.

[@pookysdad4884]

@@blindguygarage Brad, I coulda swore that K5 was a diesel. And that ya did 16 years in the service before yer eyes went bad. Defective memory card, I guess. I knew ya had 5 kids, but 4 of em were adopted, which don't happen by accident the way mine did 🤣. EDIT: I went back and edited my original comment, Brad. I took out the erroneous info. I wonder who the hell I was talkin' to who was a 16 year veteran before his medical discharge?? 🤔

[@blindguygarage]

Thank you for the comment. A K5 is a 350 she has military tires on it and Humvee Wheels I did another video of it later driving through the yard with my dog Chevy

[@pookysdad4884]

@@blindguygarage That's a good name for a dog. I once had cats named Harley, Hemi, and Max Wedge, and a black lab named Holley. They've all passed on.

[@blindguygarage]

@@pookysdad4884 Chevy is a pitbull I just kind of showed up on the doorstep. I've tried to find his owners posted all kind of stuff on Marketplace or Facebook also called local animal control and I've got nothing tried to figure out his name me and my oldest son kept calling him every name we can think of and then one day I decided to call him Chevy and he looked up at me and came to me from the other room I think it was a bit of a coincidence but also it's stuck I like it better it was either that or buddy but I call every child that is a Boy Buddy and animal so I thought that might get confusing.

[@TimothyJ]

You and the family always put a smile on my face and a little warmth in the heart. Glad ya made it home safe! Good memories for you two and the boys! Thanks for taking us with you on your journey! 🤟

[@kirksheppard3607]

I'm 73 yrs young and I really love your videos.

[@marksavin5778]

What a great family! You guys are doing a wonderful job raising those boys, they're involved, well behaved, polite and obviously love spending time with their folks. God bless and best wishes to y'all x

[@gailynbrock5204]

What an awesome video! Have watched 4 times and each time see something I missed. Very touched by the Pima air museum. Your videography and editing skills just keep getting better. The barely audible pilot radio transmissions while the music builds to the military tribute -- oh my heart!

[@chadkeller2144]

Love the Challenger and anxiously awaiting the '35 pickup video. Also appreciate seeing the whole family involved - your boys will never forget these experiences with their parents! Thanks for keeping it real!

[@mikelee6636]

An excellent example of parents raising kids properly, all confident, well raised boys, hats off to you folks, loved the video

[@Mogipbob]

Spouse, "What are you watching?" Me, "Vice Grip Garage." Spouse, "But it's over an hour long." Me, "YUP!"

[@davidhelmuth6654]

That was awesome. Favorite part: the look on your sons face when he opened the glovebox! 😂😂😂

[@sum-tingwong9936]

That settles it, I really really need to get down to that air museum. Its only 82 miles down the highway... sounds like a good reason to get out the bike on a nice day.

[@xSinisterDrakex]

You drove through my home town of Odessa/Midland Texas at 41:12. cool to see that on VGG!

[@Bryanja81]

“I’m gonna go over here and warm up the engine a little before hitting the interstate…” Ray Charles saw that one coming! 🤣

[@ImpalamansGarage]

Derek I have a lot of respect for you sir. Thank you for what you do.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thank you sir

[@robertwells1650]

Hey Derek. Nice to see you getting a vehicle that actually runs! Even though it has it's challenges for you to get it home it's a winner. Nice to see the family all pitching in and enjoying the trip. Great to see you're getting the Restored Ford pickup. I watched them bring that home and wondered what was going to happen to it. Keep up the great videos.

[@michaelsulpizio606]

Derek, Jesica & boys great trip! Thanks for sharing it with the episode squad out here that doesn’t have the chance to meet you at the events. This old retired wrench jockey doesn’t get around very much so I live vicariously through the episodes such as yours and a few others on the tube! Keep up the good work! Regards Mad Mike…..

[@TreachourusJdogg]

Finnegan and Freiburger are watching this cursing at their screens just finding out this car could have had the windows up on the cross country trip 🤣

[@staciw4979]

Hey Derek, my husband and I love watching ur videos every time they come out. It is so awesome the things you do in ur life and it is really awesome that the whole family gets to enjoy the journey with you. So glad you all decided to move to TN. It's a great place to live. Keep the awesome videos coming.

[@justsumguy2u]

Videos like this are what VGG is all about. Driving 1,700 miles in a beater, not knowing whether it's gonna make it, or if it's going to fly apart on the highway. It's never scripted...sometimes you don't make it, like in the Buick where you had to buy a tow rig and bring it home. It's an adventure, every time

[@vontrotski1]

Thank you VGG, I have to admit I haven't seen my 3 youngest children 4, 2, and 1-year-old in over 3 months, bad situation but one can only do so much and knowing I can change myself and no one else, finding the strength to do just that is where you come in my Guy, I get the lingo and have taken the library to live vicariously through your videos and also watching your amazing nature with your wife and kids, love this gosh darn et channel, sending all my thanks and love from Christchurch New Zealand.

[@TROYCOOKS]

Really enjoyed the video of the trip and your family is too precious. I'm in Austin if you ever pass thru!!!! I can cook up a nice BBQ for you and the family! Cheers brother!

[@mlstrib]

Class act. Who knew you're a VGG fan? 100% makes sense. Hope all's well T. Say you eyeballing any hotrods for your geerog?

[@TROYCOOKS]

@@mlstrib Hey Michael, I've been following Derek for a couple years and love his style. I'm doing great brother, just enjoying relaxing instead of pushing out videos weekly. I may get back to that routine after the holidays. Hope all is well on your end as well. Cheers to ya!!!!

[@mlstrib]

@@TROYCOOKS right on. Derek's style is awesome, straight up good stuff, great family too. Glad to have them as fellow Tennesseans now. You have such a great catalog built up I still know where to go when I need solid grub ideas. Speaking of I'm loving my weber smokey mountain and so are the neighbors, think I dm'd you about before buying. Now if Derek's as smart as I know he is, he'll take you up on that primo offer! Hope you and yours enjoy a responsible and happy holidays🙏 cheers to you brutha

[@danssmokintreasures]

BBQ from T-Roy would be awesome.

[@DjWooPig]

Who knew T-Roy was a VGG fan too? Makes sense, y’all are both great people!

[@d150mopar87]

I've seen this in the background a few times, was hoping for this!!

[@Vekurus]

Same here, was curious why it was in the garage while he was working on the BB Chevy. This is sooooooooooo cool. Vice Grip is almost more Roadkill than Roadkill is these days.

[@edwardbrindley7572]

You was not the only one..was dieing to find out how Derek got a hold on this Charger. 😉✌🇺🇸

[@nobodyspecial6436]

@@edwardbrindley7572 Charger????

[@edwardbrindley7572]

@@nobodyspecial6436 Challenge..

[@mikeh3851]

I used to live in Tucson, and seeing the air museum again was great. The guys looked like they really enjoyed it, judging by the smiles on their faces. Your videos keep getting better every time. Thanks for taking us along on the trip with the family.

[@aq4316]

That museum was my favorite place when I was 10-11. Used to beg to go. Great memories.

[@westonsiegel2883]

Your videos never fail to make a guy smile, even when he doesn't have much other reason to. Thanks for letting us tag along on all your adventures.

[@TheWhitetailrancher]

I hauled my kids all over the darn country on "adventures" too! You'll never regret it and they never forget it! That is the best part of the entire video to me! They had been in every state (in the lower 48) by the time they graduated from high school!