Independence Chevelle Burnout Competition in the RAIN!

[@karriesetser9384]

We knew the rain wasn't going to be in your favor. But I told my son we had come there to see you and we weren't leaving until we seen you. Rain or not. You put on an awesome show regardless. You never disappoint.

[@russellhodge3395]

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[@katecollins2184]

@@russellhodge3395 what, where are you from?

[@philbartz2327]

@@katecollins2184 we're doing the same. I guess I'm starting to heal.

[@DemolitionRanch]

Great send my man!

[@ryanlong4021]

We need a Collab video with you 2!

[@AiGeneratedGamer]

They need to make a video about something. They’re both my favorite KZbinrs. I think one day they will.

[@nickmendoza1140]

we need to see derek on demo ranch!!

[@hammerswrenches2174]

You killed it as well Matt! Too bad the impala diddnt get to run...

[@nicolasedwards1860]

The impala needs it's redemption you and the other dude (don't remember his name) busted ass on that

[@3rdpig]

Seeing you standing on the hood of that rusty old red, white and blue Chevelle in a cloud of tire smoke, waving Old Glory absolutely brings tears to my eyes.

[@eddominates]

also the methanol and tire smoke, but mostly the freedom

[@StSamples]

What a moment

[@pigthehotroddog7442]

As a paying member of this channel, I appreciate that he says thank you to us supporters every video. Class act. And who doesnt love a burnout..?

[@chrisnaaa3378]

what do you get for being a paid member?

[@Orcinus1967]

My dad doesn't love a burnout. I think he is the only one!

[@davidward3604]

Most genuine authentic real mechanic on KZbin in my opinion love this guy

[@HunterTalksWeather]

I'm not sure why, but i got a little emotional watching you rip independence out as it started raining. you've poured your heart and soul into this thing, and let me tell you. It's so worth it to watch a community of thousands give ideas of what they'd like a car to look like and have watched it being built in the comfort of our own living rooms. It's definitely a luxery i don't take for granted.

[@Napalmnate]

Well said!

[@michaelboswell4318]

I really like how the entire family is involved in these events. Visiting with the fans and getting merch sold. So Cool

[@paulboone44444]

Pure family first man... the way it's supposed to be

[@haydenknowles5845]

Bloody awesome mate she looks great. G'day from Australia 🇦🇺

[@PETERNESS]

hey H ,im in Melbourne mate ,how good is this channel

[@KeepItReal2024]

Burnout nation! Respect from merica🇺🇲🤘🏾

[@cwdrock]

That reminds me to look up some Aussie muscle cars, some nice rides exclusive to down under!!

[@TheSamLloyd]

Great way to start a hungover Saturday morning 👍

[@EM-fi2qg]

@@TheSamLloyd The Gerald Paschman way. 👍🏻

[@randywl8925]

You are a crowd pleaser Derek. The show must go on! You, with our beautiful flag are one of the best parts of these shows. Thank you sir!

[@zerofox9900]

Nothing finer than a fresh VGG video. Keep it coming, Derek!

[@seanvucich]

Its my Saturday morn here in New Zealand!

[@ronconrad3507]

Big bonus for a Feller

[@ronconrad3507]

Peak could ask for more ripping sponsiring ....

[@jrkbgk1111]

HELL YEAH BROTHER!

[@philipgibb458]

Great job Derek independence did what she could do 👏👍

[@mrmongo6722]

Love the Ole Independence Chevelle and happy to see she's getting the love she deserves! You were definitely getting some attention in the infield before the burnout competition and your wife and the boys did a great job setting up your booth!

[@rls428]

You could see the heartbreak in a fellers eyes when the rain started before he had a chance to pop some tires. Glad you sent it anyways. Independence is looking sweet 😎

[@katecollins2184]

Hello how are you doing ?

[@HunterTalksWeather]

@@katecollins2184 I'm doing great! i've got roughly 100 barrels of used oil that i need gone. Think you could get for me?

[@malcolmyoung7866]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@h.l.aristosolies5292]

@@HunterTalksWeather 🤣

[@quixototalis]

With how you felt about that fender that got damaged before, makes me respect the wall taps in the rain even more.

[@seanvucich]

That was a sick burnout Derek - Even with the rain dampening the smoke!

[@NaruSanavai]

I actually kinda liked the mixture of smoke density created by the rain - especially when he'd hit the ol' J-turn and burn the pavement dry and smoke would roll out like he had a machine under there.

[@PJL7095]

Yeah pretty dang sick. The little ones wanted popped tires but just too wet to get a grip & heat.

[@tt-rs1457]

I' honestly, can't getting excited to that..... It's too much pollution tor me. So desperate I love your workmanlike movies , but this is too much devastating damage for the envirement

[@greg1268]

@@tt-rs1457 I can appreciate that. I’m a proponent for protecting the environment but this still gets me going on a primal level! 😛 Some things you can’t help but I do respect your comment.

[@wolfgang7553]

Theres nothing but snow and rain in Wisconsin, so this episode will be the highlight of the week!!!.....much appreciated 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@workingman9745]

Couple of flurries here in Tennessee.

[@Bigpayments13]

I live in shawano real sick of this weather

[@tristanlowe1904]

@@workingman9745 same here in East Tennessee it's got cold to be April.

[@breech123]

Zactly the same in SE Sconsin right now, snow and rain.

[@skami1284]

YEs sir, NE Wisco is ugly tonight!

[@sw6188]

Great stuff! Just a tip - it doesn't matter whether you switch the ground or the positive, the same current flows in both so it's the same load through the switch. Greetings from New Zealand - any other Kiwis watching?

[@damianjackson9084]

Yea mate I'm in christchurch I've been following thus channel for over a couple of years now it's the absolute best I've watched this guy go from a garage to where he is now

[@sw6188]

@@damianjackson9084 Derek is the man. I can't get enough of his crazy sense of humor and the stuff he does with old cars.

[@jaredfarney675]

A guys been waiting all day for this! Nice event, very close competition. A guy is hoping for a good resolutions to the problem on the homestead, still prayin fer y'all. 🤘🏻🇺🇸

[@ShoestringADV]

Never change Derek , you deserve everything you’ve work so hard for . Such a great channel , love that you include your family too . Cheers!

[@raysummers4284]

great show, even with rain, alway`s enjoy watching, no matter what happen`s. God Bless you and your family Derek

[@scottygunter6644]

I literally get chills when that car starts loping .That is a beautiful sound !

[@KSRPerformanceFabrication]

I do love lasers and mathmaticals!!

[@FastInTheCorners]

Another smashing video Derek. It's you alone who inspired me to mess around with cars and put it on KZbin. I actually just bought a seized 350 sbc in SCOTLAND of all places, traveled pretty far from 'murica. Can a guy just get it going again after 7 years is what I'm sayin'!

[@dgrcgrl]

surprised you did not get a p6 rover...Have fun with the 350...

[@FastInTheCorners]

@@dgrcgrl thanks buddy. The 350 came with a free 85 trans am so couldn't turn it down! 😂 a little cooler than a rover in my opinion

[@CARRIERGUY]

The 85 transam will be fun to drive if its in good shape!

[@mediumjumbo7484]

Have fun building it up ! 👍👍👍

[@FastInTheCorners]

@@CARRIERGUY there's some ankle vents up front, and some weight reduction in the rear, but other than that it's good to go if I can get it running again. Saved from scrap! 👍

[@donovanhendricks6056]

Derek you did a great job also its so great to see our ICT Billet Alternator bracket being used well keep on keepin on again thank you for using our product!!!

[@nathanpeever6701]

Im a Canadian myself but i just love what you have done with independence so much Derek that i built her on my no limits2 drag racing game

[@michaelvenable272]

So what you did not pop the tires!!!!!!! Your still the coolest cat there my family and I love and enjoy what your doing thank you brother!!!! DO IT FOR DALE (3)

[@japhethfaucett9923]

Great job mr. VGG! You did awesome in both the race and burn out comp. It excites me to watch all my favorite KZbinrs doing stuff together

[@ChillinwithChet]

Well all be dipped I made it in a Vice Grip Garage Video!! Now I can check that box off my list!

[@ronniemaluginSweetwaterfarm]

It wasan absolute awesome experience at the Freedom Factory all weekend. I'm so glad we got to meet you and your family. We will get to see you all again in Bristol!!!

[@ChrisBigWizzardWelch]

Loved the crowd reaction after your burnout❤ Another great show! The Bald Regal sounds wild!🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@Philiplone]

*"The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago and the next best time is now"* I consider this to be best motivational quote I've heard in a very long time. But motivational quotes are useless if you don't practice what you preach*

[@mortenbolin7481]

You're right, that's why I invested into assets like cryptocurrency and some stocks

[@commerceusa]

Crypto is the new Gold

[@cainguyen2974]

I wanted to trade crypto but got discouraged by the fluctuations in price

[@annabelkatherine6441]

I heard that his strategies are really good

[@Johnclayton28]

@@annabelkatherine6441 Will I know about Mr Dave Jevans he's a good broker, and more his trading strategies are top notch

[@InnocentMiscreant]

25:37 is why I watch this channel staying humble to your fans goes a lot farther than most think

[@giarcsavage]

when the camera, or the filter changed during your burnout, made me flashback to being a kid, at the drags with my Uncle. Little gobs of rubber stuck to your shoes, and clothes. The noise and the smoke. That was great man, keep up the good work!

[@quicksilver8180]

Nothing like seeing a notification for a new VGG upload, makes for a gooder night! Wish I was in a situation that I could travel and be around at some of the events. Maybe someday, maybe if you ever come to the north east

[@douglasmayherjr.5733]

Always nice to see a VGG Video. Nice to see Independence finding her place. Sometimes the cars have a mind of there own, it takes patience to get all the bugs worked out. Thanks for sharing your time and videos.

[@davidbrugman2171]

Derek you are without a doubt an amazing self taught mechanic. You continue to amaz me with diligence and perciveirens in getting things right no matter what. Keep up the great work.! Your friend from good Ole Michigan

[@smokingjoe1674]

I love watching your videos I love seeing old cars put back on the road again

[@steveluken3180]

I found your channel with the independence revival so I never miss an independence video. Keep 'em coming!

[@erikalbertson7483]

The Chevelle just keeps getting more dialed in as you go ! Too bad the rain hit so fast, definitely would have wasted both tires for sure ! Thanks for bringing us along !

[@marksmithson1414]

Derek you gave it all Independence could give. Just enjoy watching you out there having a great time. Can't wait to see what goes down in indy. Hopefully a checkered flag.

[@freedomdesign4688]

Derek, your dedication to your fans is truly appreciated. Thank you.

[@1975napier]

This family sure works hard to put out awesome content and it’s very much appreciated! Thank you all.

[@katecollins2184]

Hello how are you doing ?

[@BasedBidoof]

I love the colored tire smoke, such a great touch

[@FinalFinishDetail]

Derek, Jessica and boys. Keep up the great work! I try and comment on every video to help show my support and love for you guys. Hope to meet you all some time at an event in the future. My father was veteran of the army and coast guard and i can't help but get choked up every time you bust out ol glory. Thank you all again, you are a huge hit here. God bless from Washington Maine.

[@jonmeek5988]

So good to see Independence letting freedom sing!! Derek I would love to see an Independence poster with the ole red and blue smoke rollin full bore!! A feller just thinks that would make his shop for working pop!!

[@lobsterbisque7567]

Awesome skid, Derek!! Good to see the upgrades to Independence put in the work in time for burnout rivals! And An Amazing job driving the Freedom 500!!

[@David-dd7qe]

As always thanks for sending it! To bad about the rain but you get all the points for still sending it. Entry was great with the flat spin!

[@MrKevinp0]

Thank you again for everything you do to entertain us ordinary fellers every week. YOU are truly "one in a million"!!

[@kalemcconnell9992]

Makin smiles all around, thank you and god bless to you and the family!

[@thomasherring6640]

Great video, great burnout . . . such an improvement since the first attempt. Independence gets a little better each time. It'll be tearing the tires off the wheels soon enough!

[@StorageAuctionSnipers]

You're a good man Derek. I'm a new subscriber...66 yrs old and an old school hotrodder back in the day. Best of luck to you

[@joshmontgomery9488]

Independence keeps getting better with each contest. Thanks for competing even in the rain. Can't wait to see you in Indy

[@timbeers999]

Thank you for sharing tim from Howard county Maryland

[@leonardbixler102]

Love your videos, always a great show!! Wether it's driving across country in an old beater, or burnouts, racing at Cletus and cars. So much entertainment there. God Bless you and your family.

[@damianjackson9084]

I love this channel so much you are just such a brilliant humble guy sux about the rain but you still put on a topnotch show just love your sportsmanship and love for your fans this video got me right in the feels just brilliant

[@brandongreene3213]

I'm a simple man. I see Independence, I click the old thumbs up on the digical bleep bloop doodab.

[@DarkSevariant]

28:45 Brought a Tear to my Eye...ha...! *smiles* Great Job, Derek...!!!! A True Rebel American...!!

[@blackdog7275]

A feller's heart probably fill up with pride watching you wave old glory like that, great run!

[@EvilMrFoo]

Derick's obvious love for his country even makes this old Aussie want to stand up

[@damianpreece8237]

Your channel has inspired me to follow my dream and revive a 1986 camaro that’s been sitting in a field for 20 years and swap it. she’s in really rough shape but your videos are truly and inspiration for me while doing this project.

[@johnbuckley2182]

Always a good show when Vice Grip Garage is in the house. Thanks for all your videos.

[@jerrydwyer9057]

I didn't get into the burn out comp much before, mostly because you normally can't see the car. Moisture made it more fun to watch, and you still made great colored smoke. Thanks for sharing. I know you've worked hard at this before during and after the event.

[@baconfarts3211]

If that pavement was dry, those tires would be popping. Glad you had a load of fun, sure did here, just watching. Thanks Derek and Fam!

[@johncoops6897]

Highly unlikely. It didn't even make enough power to spin them up in the wet. It overheated too. Would have been better in a stock road car, and a much better technique..

[@ThatBritishGuy]

@@johncoops6897 who pissed in your morning cereal, please by all means take your daily to that event and do some phat burnouts and post it ;) can't wait to see it on your channel mr know it all.

[@whenursoboreduneedanewlife8343]

@@ThatBritishGuy you deserve an award for saying what needed to be said

[@johncoops6897]

Nobody pissed in my cereal. I'm an Australian, so we see better burnouts on the local streets than most of these. To me this event looked a lot like a bunch of kids driving mummy's car in circles around the local supermarket, and doing a bit of a screechy.

[@wdixon27]

@@johncoops6897 in fairness y'all are on a different level for chucking a skid (i think i did that right) we're working on it, we are still 3-600 hp in a shitbox, y'all are like 5-1500hp in sometimes a near show car, not even the same sport

[@levigamble9932]

Love your stuff Derick. VGG for life!

[@teresaharmon4405]

The big happy burnout. Nice teamwork from your family making it work with a moved up event.

[@tristanlowe1904]

From where it came to now! Definitely my favorite vgg build love that car love this channel.

[@99unclebob]

Thx Derek, there is no better way to start a weekend then a VGG burnout competition with Cleetus and the gang at the freedom factory, great video the looked and performed great, good times ahead 👍

[@ScottsafriendofGod]

You've got a great heart that all of us appreciate.... AND... the control you have over every inch of Independence while you use every ounce of horse power is fun to watch. Another good show for the Red, White and Blue.

[@Sadistic-666-Customs]

A Feller might say.. That was TOTALLY AWESOME!! Well done guys!

[@Captgreatvalue]

Hey Derek way to go on the amount of content your bringing to your channel thank you 🙏🏻

[@katecollins2184]

Hello how are you doing?

[@Captgreatvalue]

@@katecollins2184 doing alright…. Murica!

[@katecollins2184]

@@Captgreatvalue I’m okay too where are you from?

[@Captgreatvalue]

@@katecollins2184 Amurica

[@katecollins2184]

@@Captgreatvalue can we talk more better off KZbin

[@Lung_Jim...Farang_Bannok]

I live in Thailand now. My wife's grandkids came to visit and they were making a ruckus. I put this video up on the TV and they witnessed some amazing burnouts. They settled down and were hooked. Now gearheads for life.

[@robertbryant7771]

I’d hope you’re datalogging these runs. You can see what effect the rising temp is doing to fuel mixture and equivalence ratio, especially at the RPM range you didn’t anticipate. That’ll answer some questions about any additional enrichment and slight retarding of timing those upper RPMs at elevated temps at the (upper) edges of the tune will want. Good temp modifier tables for power enrichment mode and MAP vs RPM above 5500.

[@ectofix8447]

THAT was FUN! Thank you for all you do!

[@SINSTER7THREE]

Great coverage of the burn out contest and the prep work to do it, really enjoyed the video.

[@Maxdady01]

#1 Channel going. Excellent, thanks VGG!

[@cliffordkinnear9705]

You and your family and Indy unite all of us. Thanks so much for displaying the Flag at the end of the burn-out. Extremely entertaining as always--you are the quintessential Showman! The Chevelle has ascended from its rough start to a very powerful and reliable Hot Rod!!!!

[@HailinBlue]

So I been sick for the past week coughing up a feller's lungs... I'm new to the channel so I been binge watching all the Independence videos, and I just love it! Great Job on such a cool car with a great history! Thanks for keeping it alive!

[@williamrandall6472]

That was absolutely 💯 awesome Derek, balls to the wall. Awesome driving Bro!!!

[@TheFastgeek]

Rain or shine Supercharger whine Putting on a show Hoping the tires will blow! Good on you, Derek, and everyone else who kept the show going despite the conditions being against you! 👍🤘

[@MartinHurley]

Great job Derek. Hopefully one day I’ll get down to see you at a event. Also enjoyed seeing the other KZbinrs in your video. Keep doing what you’re doing.

[@katecollins2184]

Hello how are you doing?

[@Crypto_B_]

Good to see you and the family again. Caught you at another really busy moment but thanks for taking a moment to sign my One in a Million shirt 🤙🏻🤙🏻.

[@JohnHartman22]

I always love your videos whether it's at home, on the road or in competition. Great job!

[@normenderle550]

Half dozen mountain sodas down and watching a new episode of VGG with friends makes for a great evening.

[@johnhicks1969]

I remember independence from day one when you bought it. She never disappoints me. Good luck and keep on reaching for more

[@chrisw73]

glad I got to say hi to a guy down there, unfortunately didnt stay for the rain but we knew you would send it!! I will definitely be back to see that again, keep on keepin on brother!

[@crosscountryoutdoors2472]

Great job even with the wet pad! Love the straight pipes! sounded super!

[@delinquentdesign]

Thanks for all your hard work Derrick and family God bless

[@timothydeserres873]

Derek..you ARE the man! Everything you've put out I've watched and LOVED and can't stop watching!!!! Safe travels to you AND your family and God bless!

[@apimpnamedslickback2748]

You and your sweet family are bar-none the best folks on KZbin. You seem to seriously not take a single viewer for granted and always be in high spirits. Y'all are really inspiring and just a blast to watch 100% of the time. Keep up the amazing work, thank you.

[@dogpotter]

thanks for sharing and bringing us along for the ride, really enjoyed it!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Very cool!!!!!!!!!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍

[@functionatthejunction]

That crazy Chevelle! Who would have thought it could come this far and go through so much!

[@country4lyfe365]

UH OHHH!!! I heard my city...Indianapolis. And I will be there. Itll be my first "anything" I've went to besides state fairs, county fairs and every rock concert from Alabama to zz top at what was once Deer Creek. This channel has brought me and my father back together n closer than we've ever been. Vice grip garage has done so much for us, we will be there supporting them. Thank you so much for your hard work ,dedication , and the breath of fresh patriotic air . God bless you and yours Derek. Chris and chris jr. ...Tipton indiana.

[@mattroberts2315]

Absolutely love your vids, appreciate everything you do for us. I see good things coming for a guy.

[@ncb1019]

Great job Derek. You can pop those tires next time. Love that Independence.

[@yatesuser86]

This is why we're all here. Awesome video VGG! Y'all Rock!

[@mattylby]

Love watching your channel… all the cars,burning tires and the fans … look forward to watching every Friday…

[@NoGoodNamesLeft]

Oh heck yes always exciting for more greatness from this awesome channel!

[@dougscott8161]

WOW, Derek, Jessica and Little Humans, you guy really hit it out of the park with this one. From the preparation to the Meet N Greet table with all the autograph signing Then your masterful car control during the burnout, especially in the rain. There were times it seemed like the crowd yelling "U.S.A. U.S.A." could be heard over the engine and tire noise. Then you topped it all off by jumping up on the hood, waving Old Glory. And we know it's all just getting better every time out. What more could a feller ask for? God Bless and stay safe, Fam.

[@larrybraden6640]

Always a good time with VGG!! Much love to you and your family Derek. Keepin yall in my prayers.

[@larrybraden6640]

@@katecollins2184 if I was any better I don't think I could stand it! Hope you are well.

[@christopherhess8523]

@@katecollins2184 good luck with everything... Kind of sad 😭

[@katecollins2184]

@@larrybraden6640 where are you from?

[@unique3garage]

Thank you Derek and Family!

[@brycekurtz2177]

The air charge temps coming out of that non-intercooled supercharger during a burnout have to be insane! You should look into running the engine on methanol or install a water/methanol injection system to help keep things a lot cooler.

[@johncoops6897]

They'd be better off just running a stock LS, and learning how to do a proper burnout. You only need 300 rwhp or so, if you use the correct technique... which these Americans just cannot seem to work out.

[@wyrdo1501]

@@johncoops6897 you need to get out there and show them all how its done buddy, i believe in you! cant wait to see a stock ls maintaining 150mph+ wheel speed in high gear sideways. 300hp must be the Australian secret. i thought they all ran blown big blocks and now i feel stupid

[@anthonykoulis5498]

You’re the most genuine guy on KZbin. It’s noticed and we all appreciate it.