Putting my BURNT 1973 Nova Back on the Road! Part 2

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[@JunkyardMook]

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[@jonlennon3348]

I would find another similar model and fix that body a to replicate a car that didnt get in a fire and get it running and then take the burned nova to a shredder to get rid of it. I know you can find something. I am not being a smart ass but reality says you are wasting good money for something that isnt worth it.

[@AlexTrain5249]

Offenhauser 5416 with a thumping cam, plus the split headers connecting both exhausts and that little Inline 6 will be a MONSTER.

[@barrenlong9777]

That nova look like you drove it straight outta the pits of hell!

[@clumz1385]

What happened to the 89 f150.

[@kevinAuman1]

Man o' man Kev is one lucky fella! Mook has thee cutest lil butt everrrr lol id follow her anywhere she went just to get a peek 😝👌🍑

[@Obsidian762]

This Nova has a perfect "Christine" vibe to it. If I saw that in my rear view mirror, I think I would actually get worried.

[@joelkarch3538]

i would name it" blister "and be worried if it was behind me as well!!

[@garyjohnston8000]

It even sounds like it when it pulled into darnell's burnt! 😆

[@FleshLessOne]

Garage. The same color car even.

[@FleshLessOne]

Thought that same thought @4:18-4:20 that chugging 250ci 6cyl barely staying running as backing up. .there's a scene in Christine right after the fire that it's smoking backing into its stall in junkyard garage and it's even almost the same color car. Great demented car movie 58' Plymouth Fury known as 'Christine'

[@cliffordplasd8239]

I was thinking the same thing especially when Mook drove it into the lift bay

[@filmslasherbryanoconnell6484]

Mook is awesome her sense of humor never gets old

[@tylerpupo2886]

12:00 That kid cracks me up

[@monoXcide01]

18:18 just realized that Kevin's LaMans is blue and was restored after being in a river and Mook's Nova is red and is being restored after being in a fire.

[@haileylvndrkittnz9721]

Now they just need one that’s being restored from earth 😅

[@neonxeno2]

@@haileylvndrkittnz9721 green car that was buried or grown over with moss, and a white car that went through a tornado

[@ThatNofbody]

@@neonxeno2 more like snow storm

[@donellmuniz590]

The next one will be white, and buried in an avalanche.

[@monoXcide01]

@@donellmuniz590 YES!

[@jimhardy4469]

Love watching Mook working on anything . You never know what she is going to say. Love it

[@jdfmfb03]

Mook where have you been? I have missed your humor NOTHING compares Stay healthy and visit more often and remember “Kevin I’m gonna knock you off the Census” Best line ever🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@subxero_x]

What video was that line from again?

[@jasonadams371]

What I like about Mook is she is not afraid to get dirty and do the job herself. Kevin you found you a keeper with her Love the videos on both channels guys keep up the good work

[@mustachecashstache898]

Kevin is a lucky man to have someone as hilarious as you.

[@LVPHD1]

The two of you are so cool. The jokes, the puns, the attitudes and you get the jobs done. Y'all got an amazing shop and you make a great couple. I'm new to y'alls channels but I like your style. Oh and Mook, great hair.

[@TheDeucecoop]

Old guy here. Mook you remind me so much of McKenzie Phillips in American Graffiti. You and Kevin should have a yellow 32 Ford coupe. Cruise around and show the other hot rodders whose the boss. Lol Thank you for the great videos. 👍

[@mas13ish1]

I can see your influence on Kevin in some of the way you say things. He says things the same way. Both or your sense of humor line up perfectly too. It is really cute to see. You both rock.

[@stevemcdowell1674]

Okay Mook, let's get one thing straight. You don't post anywhere near enough! You are better than morning coffee! Quit making me wait so long for a new video. It's cruel!!

[@leedsinshetland]

What's the saying, "treat 'em mean, keep' em keen" well, Mook is queen 😜

[@chrisretired5379]

Soon as spicy Nova started to move, I thought back in time of the movie Christine ! I love this young woman 💝💝

[@NFreund]

"Hugs!" "Lugs" - that had me in tears :D You two are gorgeous together :)

[@ralphgeigner5497]

MOOK & Kevin ! What fun and enjoyable team work & Videos !

[@drgibs347]

Welcome Back! Can't wait to see what you have in mind for that spicy nova.

[@rsprockets7846]

call it bossa nova

[@JCIIIBULLET]

@@rsprockets7846 Michaelangelo : Dude, "Bossa Nova"?

[@rsprockets7846]

@@JCIIIBULLET 1960's hip hop sog blame it on thebossa nova kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpK1nYpjn99kh7M

[@rsprockets7846]

@@JCIIIBULLET kzbin.info/www/bejne/iX3QlX2eeZysfck 1960s song

[@mraycgz]

I love it. It’s perfect for what it is. They’re almost stock once. After that every car is a journey. This one has a unique one for sure, but I’m my view that doesn’t make it any less.

[@IR-nq4qv]

I'm old enough to be your grand father but love what you and Kevin do. Keep turning wrenches and learn as you go. I'll always be here as long as you keep the content coming. hugs to you and Kevin👍👍

[@melindaortiz9741]

👍

[@stomper2582]

Love your videos Mook. You are shaping up to be a good mechanic and are easier to look at than Kevin. Good job with the Nova. Keep the videos coming. 👊😎👍 🇺🇸

[@markscully2342]

@@stomper2582 It's not that hard to be easier to look at than Kevin, at least not from a straight guys point of view! Not that Mook isn't damn good to look at.

[@SuperfloDee]

This nova has a soul it needs to be brought back to life.. love it..love the engine note..the wheels are soo cool😁🦾🔥🔥🔥

[@Ioughtaknowbetter]

I love watching you bolt new high performance parts on this ratty old rust bucket. I can't wait to see more!

[@cayminlast]

Awesome thermic 'Spicy Nova'. I get so happy when a new Mook video alert catches my eye. We learn new stuff, we get to see that lovely smile and we get to chuckle and lol at your antics. I don't think kevin knows how lucky he is. Thank you for the time and effort that you guys put into the videos..

[@lane5347]

There are not enough Mooks for all the Kevin's out there in the world! You two are awesome and I enjoy all of your content. Rock on!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

That powder coating is Gorgeous Kevin and Mook @Junkyard Mook

[@glrider100]

I understand the desire to add the fun parts. And I hope to see more of it in this build. But I also hope to see some of the not-so-glamorous work of making the car structurally sound; fixing the rusted out floor pans, the rear shackle mounts, etcetera. These are the things that make the car safer, and more reliable to drive. Please pay attention to these aspects of the build as well.

[@timjohnson9230]

Can't wait to see where this goes. My first car was a 70 nova, so they hold a soft spot in my heart.

[@sykwookiee]

I love 'em too...I've had a 69 with a big block/4 speed...a 73 hatch small block/4speed, and a 74 small block/powerglide...great cars...

[@SaintsPurgatory]

like the soft spot in your head?

[@deathproofpony]

@@SaintsPurgatory More like the soft spot in your mom

[@thomaswoitekaitis8977]

In 1982 I received a 73 nova for a go kart ...I was 11...with 15 acres and a mini junkyard in the backyard I learned so many things right and wrong...this brings back so many early memories. 👍

[@Trenton-om9qs]

It is always a goo day when this hecker posts a new video. I cant wait to see what else you do to the toasty nova

[@ThaMythbuster]

Your comment on shocks doing 80% of a suspension upgrade is so damn true. 7 years ago I bought a clapped out, 20 year old BMW. The first thing I did was upgrading the shocks(just orange Koni non-adjustable ones, not very high end) and the car instantly rode amazing, tight but forgiving like a modern car, even on kinda worn out bushings, saggy springs etc. By now I've upgraded the whole rest of the suspension, every single part: Springs, poly bushings, tierods, swaybars, stiffening braces, swapped some bushings to spherical bearings, steering guibo. Shocks were BY FAR the most noticeable improvement.

[@leedsinshetland]

Great episode, Mook and gang. Gutted about the rear end being the way it is. Hope you get it patched and new rear shocks fitted.

[@bruceleealmighty]

Can't believe how much I enjoy your attitude or screen presence or what ever it is that makes me keep coming back.

[@BrianRLange]

I can just imagine how this Nova is going to look! Talk about the ultimate sleeper!!

[@davekauffman8727]

You and Kevin are perfect for each other, what a team. The only thing missing was your puppy, but I'm sure you'll bring her back. Don't bash that I-6 in the engine bay, it may not win too many races, but you can abuse it to heck and it will still run. Twiggy arms are good, they can be mighty. 🙂

[@warrenmichael918]

I love watching you wrench on these cars....you are getting good at it. You look more comfortable then you used to and dont seem to ask Kevin for as much help, well not as much asking for help but looking for his approval that youre doing it right. You seem confident doing things!

[@svm409699]

OK, I need to watch this build. I had a gold 73 nova with a black vinyl top. It had a straight 6 when I got in and then put a 350 in from a 1970 impala. Holy Hot Hanna did that car want to take off!

[@matthewallman4359]

Mook I love this build, I've been waiting for this one!!!! That year model is my favorite. I hade a 72 SS in high-school. Keep up the great content.

[@jeffgordon9103]

I've owned 3 in my earlier years , you are bring back many memories.

[@sethp0411]

The nova and the lifted lemans are gonna look good rolling together

[@Finne72]

Mook is a girlfriend/ mechanicpartner sent from heaven! So witty, so cool. Kevin ha so much knowledge, love this channel!

[@abandonedwayamoon8749]

The Spicy Nova series is the best series on all of KZbin by far I love Nova's and actually have a '73 myself and can't wait to get working on it as soon as I can get some parts !

[@heatherwiegand7683]

The hug melted me🥰 My husband and I just adore you both.

[@IanSlothieRolfe]

You could probably fabricate an extended shock mount without too much trouble. You're gonna be having welding done anyway for that rusty spring hanger. Easier than fitting 4 foot shocks, anyhow!

[@williamm3820]

On the plus side, now is the ideal time to get the chassis repaired and painted to protect it for the longterm future. Great fun video as always; keep it up :)

[@foamyserver]

I am so psyched for the next episode - can't wait to see how you fix that holey frame rail.

[@tracydiller9378]

Love the name "SPICY NOVA".Great video MOOK as always keep them coming.P.S. Love Summit Racing!!!

[@louroberts5567]

Woo-Hoo!! Mook! Mook! Mook! Great job so far. Can't wait to see the finished product. Thanks for sharing!

[@ksokie63]

Mook Thanks for sharing and can't wait for you to get back on the Nova . And of course it's great to see you and Kevin working together. Have a great week

[@larryblankenship8104]

Great job glad to see yall back great job Mook and kevin.

[@honorrolls5415]

Junkyard Mook n Kevin are both the nicest people to meet so nice so fab friendly n they actually gave out stickers. Nothing but great wishes for the new year Bill in Fort Wayne Indiana

[@jimearnest4342]

Great job mook,I really enjoyed this video thanks for saving this car,I hope you plan on repairing the rusty quarter panels in the future.

[@Dabaerr76]

Love the fact you guys and other channels just get these vehicles mechanically sound and drive them as they were meant to be you don't need a 50k restoration to enjoy the old stuff. 👍

[@BensSightSoundandAuto]

Great to see you back Mook!! Can't wait to see what you do with this beast!

[@erictompkins8226]

Drum Brakes: Screwdriver/ Pry bar on backside of 1 side, air hammer on the back side of the other. (Especially if you are replacing the whole she-bang.) Chooga Chooga with pressure on the screwdriver/ pry bar pulling forwards, rotate, Chooga Chooga, etc... repeat... Walk the drum off.

[@danf4616]

I vote just get it running well and safe (and legal!) to drive. Don't touch any exterior things. Leave it just like it is. Super Rat-Nasty Rod! 😎

[@ecaparts]

Great project! I love the patina; the rust, melted body filler and scorched paint its definitely one of a kind....

[@lordcantiismyname]

Patina? That's for losers. Real car collectors have BURNS AND BONDO

[@fat_biker]

The problem with having a Kevin in your toolbox is that when something needs slightly more uggaduggahs than you can give it with a standard tool, it's very tempted to reach for the Kevin to get the over-torqued bolt off, rather than working out how to achieve exactly the same thing with the use of leverage. You need long breaker bars in your toolkit, Mook. And maybe a scaffold pole to put over the ends of them for extra leverage. Basically, you need to get involved in ordering tools for the shop that are more Mook friendly on top of whatever Kevin buys :-).

[@JunkyardMook]

I have my own tools 😊 including longer pry bars and whatnot. The problem was the space, not a lack of tools. Working in the wheel well doesn’t allow for much space.

[@TheHavrelandtExperiment]

We Kevin's like to be reached for, lol. Otherwise we're useless.

[@m1stertim]

@@TheHavrelandtExperiment not a kevin, but this is very true. i'd be my girlfriend's pry bar anyway.

[@TheHavrelandtExperiment]

@@m1stertim From one pry bar to another, 🍻

[@BurkesRepair]

I wonder if Kevin likes being referred to as a tool. Haha

[@wakeupamerica4610]

I'm so glad you are back!!!! I really enjoy you and your humor and your wrenching.

[@aztecwarrior5510]

Can't wait to see more of this video you two are really good together 😂🤪🤣 you two always have me laughing thanks for the video

[@digitaldave3517]

Hey Mook! I’m glad to see you’re back to work on Crusty. Remember that it is spicy hot because of those bad ass 5 slot mag wheels. You can do it! That will be an awesome car when you’re done. 😊

[@mikesullivan2529]

Welcome back Mook! Looking forward to more spicy nova videos. The toasty toad is a funny nick name too.

[@eddiespagetti8395]

I has same year nova. Wish I would of known 30 years ago that it is now a rare muscle ish car . I love the novas. Great video I like and sub and thanks for sharing.

[@phr3dmcc0y]

Don't be discouraged by the nova shutting off: That's just the chevy in it.

[@douglaspurcell4192]

Fun watching Mook wrestling the toasty toad, get those frame rails repaired and add ladder bars to it, those monoleafs make it buck like a bronco. Drop in a 350/350 combo, even a two barrel would get up and go and still get decent gas mileage. You go girl!!! Almost forgot, quick burgundy paint and a toad skin vinyl wrap. Toad graphic on the hood at least. Thing to watch out for on those sixes is the distributor bearings/bushings. Grab the rotor and see if it wobbles around, mine was so bad the rotor rubbed the distributor cap trodes. funny part was laying plywood over the engine to lay on while pulling the distributor, a stray kitten crawled up on my back and fell asleep. Worst part was it was doing that claw-claw thing snagging me thru my tee shirt. Luckily the neighbors daughter wanted it for her mom, I couldn't get it off my back as it kept latching on. Ugly green Pontiac Ventura. RIP

[@billbradley2480]

I’d change the steering wheel first.

[@RollaRoaster]

This car reminds me of my 74 Plymouth Duster. She's not the cleanest, has the good ol' 225 slant six, but his a good summer daily and a head turner. Lovely Nova!

[@barrymccall2095]

I really like you Mook you make this show interesting . i dont care about engines but you make it fun

[@dennishernden2264]

Really really liking the look on that paint -- you know what it needs a slight Flame Job power adder. The grill is just too unique to replace - needs spiky wrought iron cemetery fence upgrade, because that thing screams back from the dead Graveyard Car

[@mid-niteryders5523]

Hey Mook, my first new car was a 70 Nova, light green, a six with 3 on the tree. Brandy new it cost $2200 bucks. Broke the single leaf rear spring, put on multi, no more problem. I drove it to 106,000 miles, sold it to a friend he drove it to 235,000 [had to replace distributer cuz the teeth wore down] he sold it to another friend last I heard it was up to 495,000, just like the Energizer Bunny, just keeps going and going. Wish I'd kept it cuz I could have saved thousands on all the cars and trucks, had after. Joke is I no longer own a vehicle at all. Good luck with yours, luv the paint job !

[@nuffsaid8082]

I love watching all of you guys shows. I literally make plans to watch episodes and kick my shoes off make a few sandwiches and something to drink and I'm all set. I watch jy digs, jy mook, vise grip garage,

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Lol Kevin Your girl Mook reminds me of My Wife just super bubbly and Happy and Huge Personality always Makes me Smile and Laugh what Mook does @Junkyard Digs @Junkyard Mook

[@jamesbigham9036]

I am glad you are back mook I always enjoy your videos your unusual corkiness is something that I admire about you. I hope you will be doing more videos

[@davidblickley8238]

I see the Stepside Ford in the background freaking awesome and thank you for saving vehicles that are really not worth saving I do the same stuff a lot of work a lot of work but it's always worth it in the end

[@RC-fu6hg]

There’s brake boogers in the old master cylinder! Great video Mook

[@mkbarber65]

Awesome video, glad you’ve got super sponsors! I had a ‘78 Nova with the straight 6 in it, while it wouldn’t set any land speed records, it was still a fun car to drive and I’d certainly love to have it back. Looking forward to see what else you do to this survivor!

[@sambell385]

every time I see your face scroll past the screen I have to click your so adorable and such a joy to watch keep them coming little sister💝

[@BoneKrusher]

39:25 Junkyard Dad in the building. Watching, judging you. Or if you are a contractor, the customer that stands over your shoulder watching you fix their stuff. 😂

[@ivansucic9149]

This car is awsome Mook and i love the name give this car love and care i know its goona be awsome those side pipes rims and red color this car deserves full restoration

[@windsorconsulting8876]

I'm glad you got some new parts. You deserve it and are an inspiration to girl gearheads.

[@_BAD_MERC_]

She's a mechanic, a model, and she burps out loud. PERFECT!

[@scottmiller8791]

Watching this episode reminds me of the movie Christine when Darnell and the other guy are talking 💩 about Arnie working all cockeyed on his car. The next parts you should put on it is some windshield wipers. 👍

[@waylonshults1410]

This is one of my favorite KZbin channels. Mook rocks!!!!!!!

[@BoneKrusher]

11:26 relationship 101. When you help the other do something. Make them feel better by acting like you didn't really help at all. 😂

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

I have been impressed with QA1 dual adjustable coilovers and control arms @Junkyard Mook

[@stomper2582]

Those shock spacers would be simple to fabricate. Thanks for sharing this.video with us. Always enjoy your videos. Merry Christmas to you and Kevin. 🎁🎄✝️🎅👉🇺🇸👈

[@ekimnnim3508]

Digging the the side pipes, then imagine my surprise when the hood was opened and I see a six cylinder engine.

[@artie360]

Kevin loves his Mook. Very nice.

[@georgegrierson]

73 Nova!! I had a 73 Pontiac Ventura which was an awesome car, except it rusted out so badly I couldn't keep ahead of the body work. Yeah, and it was a 4 door, and yeah, it was an inline six cylinder 250... but it was a great car. Never let me down. I used to think how great it would be if it was a 2 door, with a 350 8 cylinder under the hood - but I'll never know now. The Nova's were the Chevy performance cars, and the Ventura was the Pontiac dork car - but I was a dork and I didn't really mind.

[@puddleduckist]

The ol rustova is startin to shape up! QA1 stuff is great, I have the dbl adj front n rear coilovers on my 69 gto along with UMI tubular control arms with longer ball joints. You'll be out canyon carvin in no time Mook!!! Lookin great, thanks for sharing!!

[@DennisMurphey]

I use Summit and QA 1 shocks for many years. On my 2007 Corvette Z06 my wife would not ride with me until I put QA1 shocks on it and adjusted to 3 clicks up from full soft. And when I went to sell the Corvette, the buyers loved the car but his wife did not like the ride. I showed him how to adjust to full soft. He took her out for a another test drive and was gone a very long time. When they returned She was driving and he had a big smile. Sold it, thanks to QA1 Adjustable shocks. Dennis

[@rustyirongarage4465]

Y’all have allot of self control. I wouldn’t be able to walk past that car without poking the paint bubbles. Great work Mook! Awesome car!

[@philtowle4683]

It's like automotive bubble wrap

[@johnszabo7650]

Mook you are the best and most important thing to Kevin 😅😂I'm glad you are having such a great green truck.

[@mattclayton9165]

Good to see you back Mook. Another excellent episode.

[@basscharenborg6441]

I love your humor and passion while working on cars and just in general. I've got the same with old audio/video machines (CRT-TV's, VCR's, Cassette decks etc.). There is a chance I'll be working in a thriftstore in the near furure, and I can't wait!

[@johnszabo7650]

I Enjoy your videos so keep them coming and All the best to your Channel family and fans.

[@thomaswestbrook7468]

You need to find someone who has a dustless blaster system. Its a sand blaster with water and glass so the metal doesn't get heated and have them blast off all the burnt back down to bare metal. Its super fast and they do it in your front yard. Its like a power washing reveal but better when all the rust and paint disappears 👍

[@Joonas6]

You should put some of Derek's patented Shine juice on that Nova. Guy recons that would make it look so good.

[@MistValleyGaming]

Highly enjoyable. Thanks Mook and Kevin.

[@davidrix804]

You two are a gem to watch,keep em coming,your lucky to have mooky👍👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧😁😁😁

[@nova_acies7593]

Good to see ya back Mook! You're one of a kind! Love watching you and Kevin! ✌️🤘

[@lawrenceengel3330]

That old burnt up Nova is coming along pretty good 👍

[@roynelson8140]

Just wanted to let Kevin know what I learned when I was doing mechanic work take the front bearing and washer off and start the nut back on and if you drag it just a little as it's coming off it will pull the rear bearing and seal and leave it on the spindle