Old to new inline 6 engine swap! 1948 Chevy gets a rebuilt motor!

[@01dbiker]

Thanks Dad. Wish my Dad would have helped me with my automotive ventures. Enjoy the time you have with your Dad ❤

[@davidbryant5875]

Yes mine too. Mine passed away when I was a baby. I to learn what I do know on my own.

[@rayscrafield2106]

My Dad completed the 8th grade but was one of the smartest men I ever knew. He could do anything and taught me so much. Thanks Dad. I sure miss you.

[@Oldfarmersgarage]

Mine just never has the time to help me unfortunately. I had to learn everything off KZbin and trial and error.

[@terencemahoney7073]

As a retiree, I share your philosophy against the "open checkbook" approach. I reuse bolts also for the same reasons as you plus they're American made. I plan on doing what you're doing to a 3.9 Dodge V6 so I appreciate your demonstration/explanations. Great project to bring back to life.

[@streetrider1977]

Dude! Your dad! From not having one whatsoever. I want you to know you the luckiest guy in the world! Love him with all your heart!

[@theetravisb]

Thank you I am lucky. Love my dad

[@scottsorby7966]

I can see your point in not wanting to paint the engine, but your dads point is better, plus when somebody opens the hood of a beat up old truck and see's a pristine well cared for engine the look on their face will be priceless. Great job both of you

[@Jhorst442]

Thank you for painting the engine.

[@stevenweikart2258]

It's so satisfying to watch someone rehab instead of throwing new parts at a project, nothing will ever be as good as OEM (especially with the quality of todays parts) Thanks gentlemen and please keep it up!

[@jaysho5461]

Yup. You can see this with the Flathead V8s. You can get every single part for them. They are millimeter correct to OEM, are made of the same material, yet they perform worse, and even sound different from an unopened engine.

[@richbrockmeier3922]

I've watched hundreds of rebuild/restore channels. You take the time to explain, in layman's terms, the how to's. I'm 70 and have built overhauled many engines. You take the time to explain. Much appreciated 👍

[@thebiggerbyte5991]

Watching you and your dad work on these old vehicles is an absolute joy. My dad died in 1996 and I wish so much we'd had the chance to do ANYTHING together. Thanks to your dad for the head, to Bruce for the workbench, and thanks to you for giving old tools new life and for bringing us these videos.

[@michaelmason4206]

This was one of your greatest videos. Throughout the entire time, I found myself more and more impressed with your knowledge, persistence, and Hardwork. As a guy who knows nothing about cars or mechanics I kept thinking I wish I live nearby you cause I would love to apprentice. I’m also impressed by your wanting to fix what could be fixed and only resort to the expense of things you couldn’t fix when you absolutely couldn’t fix it. Wonderful. Keep up the great work. I truly enjoy your videos.

[@theetravisb]

Thank you that’s a great compliment

[@jonathanmiddleton1141]

Cherish these moments with your Dad, Travis. When he’s gone, no matter how much time you spent with him, you’ll question whether it was enough. It’ll sure never be too much! My Dad passed the day before my birthday last year, I was right by his side, and, stayed there the last week of his life. NOTHING. Ould ever replace those final conversations and memories shared with my Dad and our family!!

[@luisbatista1103]

Thank you Bruce for giving Travis a nice work bench 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🇨🇦

[@matt20132]

Thanks to your Dad for the parts! He was probably excited that he kept it and it was used! Glad Bruce gave you the bench!

[@tonys.8810]

Thanks Dad for the parts, insight, free labor, and the good parenting. And, nice new bench you got there, Travis!

[@theetravisb]

Yes Bruce is the man for that!

[@kevinfiebelkorn4715]

Thank y'all for keeping the truck reasonably original. That truck brings back some great childhood memories. When I was born (1956) my father drove a 48 5 window Chevy that he kept until it died in 63. He parked it in the field (typical farmer) and I spent countless hours playing truck driver in it. I was heartbroken when mother finally convinced him to have it towed away. I'm looking forward to seeing this jewel on the road.

[@randydowell4691]

Thanks Bruce. He really needed that bench. Good to know there are good people out there

[@Nzchimeran]

Glad you went with the inline 6 . What a great project Cheers to Bruce for the workbench 👍

[@robertspear9134]

Thank you for painting the engine. Please put that horn from the old onto the "new" engine. it looks so cool.

[@ronaldbeatty1887]

Had a Hudson way back when with a dipper system and babbit rods.

[@kenelkins8255]

Hello, I just found you and after watching you on this rebuild, I have subscribed to your channel. I like your easy-to-understand and follow commentary as you go without exaggeration. I'm soon to be 80 yrs old, and I have enjoyed most of my working life around and working on automobiles, so viewing videos I'm familiar with is a great enjoyment for me.Thank you.

[@theetravisb]

Glad you can enjoy

[@mikestone7692]

Enjoyed watching the “poor man’s” rebuild with dad’s stories. Nice hands on work.

[@steeliewheelies]

This engine is going to look perfect in the engine bay of this truck. Very excited to finish the rest of this later today

[@philmoore71]

as a novice i appreciate the little explanations. Dad's technical book is a museum piece itself. 12 yrs lying on the floor - yeah never throw anything out

[@Michael-f7o8w]

My dad has the same book and it looks about the same, grease stained pages and all!!

[@awakeariseandwatch5976]

Great video on the engine rebuild the 59 235 is a great motor I have 60 235 out of a car that some one put in my 55 3200 truck had to cut the water pump in the same spot. I really enjoy you working with your dad he is a real jewel. And a shout out to him for releasing that head to you. I am 69 now my dad has been gone 60 years cherish every moment. This is one of my favorite channels keep up the hard work that truck is awesome. God bless

[@RobertBelt-x6d]

I love watching these old Recovery & Revival channels and I think it really shows the thoughtfulness of viewers that can help out with a channel's projects and or needs such as the metal work bench.... 👍

[@fred414141]

what a treasure! well, a bunch of treasures .... the workbench, spark plug cleaner, Wayne air hose caddy, the press, and the most valuable treasure of all, your Dad! I'm always amazed at the knowledge and skill Rick has, not to mention the tools he has that simply are not in the average guy's home garage. Best of all, he gladly shares it with you while we out here in 'KZbin Land' get to watch it all happen. The truck is shaping up to be a real gem.

[@theetravisb]

Yes it’s going to be killer.

[@adamcooper7677]

Stumbled across your channel and have to say I love it. I love the relationship you have with your dad.. I love hearing his years of experience shine. I've watched almost all your back catalogue so keep them coming! Let's see some more fly n drive.

[@zanedeskins8886]

I enjoyed watching the interaction between you and your father. Aside from the father son dynamic, I sensed a true friendship. My son past away in November of 2021, so I must admit I miss these times. Nice work. Cherish your time together, it goes by so quickly. 🤟

[@kennethboydsr3966]

I’m 72 years old now but back in my day I had a lot of old Chevys we caught them Bevitt beaters you pull the old pan off take the rod bearing caps off careful not to lose the shims take a shim office side, then check it with plastic gauge until you got the right tolerance. They were really good old engines and if it got to the point, where there were no more shams you could take out you pull the engine down and take the rods to the machine shop and have them re-Va noted

[@scrocrates6380]

Thanks, Bruce. Good man with the work bench.

[@johndonlon1611]

Working with your dad pays priceless dividends in every episode. Relationships such as yours are gold. As for the Air Force truck, go the distance: refloor the bed and apply the Air Force blue paint and yellow ID graphics. The Air Force used to give these pickups "Earl Schieb" repaints about every 3-4 years so anything you and dad do is a major upgrade. Military vehicle collectors would be proud to have a rare post-war pickup such as that in their collection.

[@handyman007]

Excellent job on the videos, the next time you use plastiguage, don’t use assembly lube until you actually assemble it. The lube will give you an incorrect reading. Thanks Travis’s dad for the parts!!

[@moseshancock3336]

Yes I love old trucks and cars you can work on them with basic tools. I have a 1969 Ford f100 pickup three on the tree love my old truck just like me a work in progress. Great video

[@josephcivita1450]

After 35 years dad probably only has a few more payments to the Snap-on truck and the tools are all his.

[@geoffmerritt]

I'm a tax accountant, certainly can confirm this from my mechanic clients and what I see of their snap on accounts...

[@Timothy-lb2vr]

I have two 3 drawer tool boxes with double doors full of hand tools and power tools.i bought every tool from garage sales. I buy name brand tools across the board, Snap On, Craftsman. I have multi copies of each tool and enjoy repairing the electrical power tools. I have had my collection of tools for at least 30 years. 57:05

[@rbland380]

That is a good truck you are working on I see you have a couple more of them is there any chance that one of them could be for sale???? LoL

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[@josephkryzak3331]

I enjoy your dad helping you with all his knowledge

[@blakeandrews184]

Great video. Great to see father and son working together. Job well done.

[@franktrue308]

I'm to the point now where I always look forward to what you guys are doing. This was an especially nice episode because you did an overhaul of a 235--an engine that practically everyone knows and appreciates. I have to say that I like to see things painted and believe there is a difference between patina and garbage that not everyone is aware of--but that's just me evidently. You guys are great! Keep up the good work!

[@marktaylor8659]

Thanks to your dad for his donation of parts and time. I really like that you stuck with the 6 instead of a V8. There's nothing like the sound of a straight 6 in a pickup. Thanks for sharing this video and I like that you explain what you're doing in detail. Keep the videos coming.

[@BFVgnr]

it's so cool watching you and your dad work. Reference books, tools, and a lifetime of knowledge.

[@mfc4591]

That cylinder head that was 'free' from your Dad was a real bonus. I like the motor with a coat of paint. I also like alternators, I know its extra cost and not original equipment, but it makes the charging system so much better. Anyway, whatever you decide is best because it is your vehicle and its going to be a good one.

[@joerosier6059]

Epic video Travis!!! I really enjoyed it. Glad you went ahead and painted that engine as well. You put so much work into it you had to put some new paint on it. Back in 1995 I was living in Dallas (I'm from the St. Louis area). I found an old beater 1985 Impala with a 4.3 V6 for dirt cheap. No rust Texas car but the paint was faded and the engine was tired. Was barely able to drive it home. Pulled the engine out the next day and completely rebuilt it. I reused the crank but had it turned. And reused the rods and rocker arms. Pretty much everything else was new (pistons .30 over, rings, main, rod and cam bearings, new cam, new lifters, new push rods (old ones were horribly warped), timing chain and gears, new high volume oil pump, you name it). I took the head and block to this old machine shop in Plano, TX. Ran by a bunch of good old boys. I would say their average age was about 65 years old. Not their first rodeo. They did me good. With all of the parts and machine shop work, I think I spent $1,000 on it all. So for $1,500 (the car was $500), I had a pretty nice running but ugly cruiser. I even had the A/C charged and the windows tinted. The only problem was it had a 200 metric tranny that was garbage. Later, I had a friend help me upgrade it to a 700R4. The only other problem I didn't realize until after the tranny swap was the rear end was way over geared. It must have had like .272 gears or something like that when it needed at least .342's. Sorry to bore you with my story. I think I'm about the same age as your Dad so I bet we could both tell some stories. LOL!!!

[@tomnorris2681]

Thanks dad! Love the way you two work together!

[@stantilton2191]

Thanks, Bruce for sharing and caring. Way cool! Dads are just the best. i miss mine every day. Coming up in leaner times makes you want to be frugal. It's so cool to get to work on this with your Dad.

[@timhede9560]

You guys work so well as a team, your dad raised you right. He is patient, funny, and has a lot of knowledge. He sounds just like Sam Elliott.. same personality, laid back.. full of common sense.. You guys have the best channel on KZbin. Great job on the rebuild Travis..be proud of yourself... You did a incredible job on that rebuild..took the time to do it right. Every last detail... Take care guys.. keep wrenching...

[@JeffKopis]

Holy crap, that motor looks fantastic! I bet youre proud of it! And Dad is proud of you!

[@JohnnyL6975]

Love watching you and your dad working together.. please keep it going you’re doing a great job. Love watching your videos. Looking forward to seeing your next project again..

[@theetravisb]

Glad you enjoy thanks for watching

[@MichaelJustice-ng7by]

You made the right decision with the motor that truck does not need a V8

[@patrickmidiri1543]

Travis and your Dad, nice job. Engine runs great. Thank you Dad for the cylinder head. I Like that you used the 235 engine, much better engine as you know. Can’t wait to see the truck driving . Great video, I enjoyed it very much.

[@cameronbittner4971]

Nice job of shutting her down when she took off. You didn't even flinch. Im impressed.

[@zerkfitting]

THANKS DAD! I'm a few years older than your dad and I hung on to some of those old tools too. My very first vehicle was a 1959 Chevy Apache truck with the very same motor you just freshened up. Good old motor. Now I have a 1954 Chevy that I've owned for 33 years with the original 235 and a "3 in the tree". Make sure you put a zinc additive in the oil to keep your cam and lifters alive. Nice work boys!

[@billtodd6509]

That Wayne hose reel was made by the same company that made gasoline and diesel pumps(like at gas stations). They made all kinds of quality equipment in the day.

[@theetravisb]

Yeah Wayne made quality stuff

[@Michael-f7o8w]

Yes, also made water pumps

[@mtrgv]

Smart move on going to the 235 CI inline 6. That transmission it came with most likely is synchronized also for all forward gears. Great upgrade!! Cool your Dad had a 235 cylinder head handy!!!!

[@The-Deadbolt-Deputy]

This was fun to watch . I love the longer videos. This engine sounds great. I am a huge fan of in-line six engines. I have a 85 jeep CJ-7 with a straight 6 258 and it’s been super reliable for the 30 years I’ve owned it and easy to work on and plenty of power , even with 35 inch tires !

[@stanleyjohnson2860]

im ready for another "will it run and drive home" with a couple history stops on way home!

[@terryeustice5399]

Travis the rebuild was great. You and your Dad are great. Can’t wait to see it completed. After all you said the refresh cost $1,200.00 Loved the video. You men are thorough in all you do. Thank you for sharing. 💯❤️👍👊

[@theetravisb]

Glad you enjoyed 👍🏻

[@toms1979]

I went through the same struggle putting a '57 235 into my 50 Chevy truck. I ended up making a 7/16" fan spacer to give enough room to just barely miss the balancer.

[@terrypack7537]

Dads always seem to save the day !! How do I know? I’m an old Dad 😅been there done that.

[@Michael-f7o8w]

Yeah me to, I can relate! My son now lives about 100 miles away and every time he has to work on something he calls me at least 2 to 3 times or more for info, thoughts and how to! A lot of times I have him imitate the sound or vibrations to try to diagnose problems!!!

[@PaulB19677]

I love watching dad and son working together. something Ill never be able to do. Great job Travis, you're such a nice feller.

[@iamrichrocker]

let's see..thanks to Bruce for preserving your knees and back for giving that sturdy steel table to you..and thx to the Mrs for that excellent borescope which gave us high detailed look inside..and to Dad for coming to the rescue again for the extra head he had stashed away..and thx to you Travis for the excllent video/editing skills you put into your videos..what a great family/viewer dynamic..and how amazing was the amount of Arizona inside that engine..always surprising what a rebuild turns into...

[@theetravisb]

Yes I have great people around me that support and help. Takes all of us to make the channel go round.

[@markcirello5496]

I miss my dad so much you’re so lucky that you still have that I can’t even talk about it without tearing up like your videos and your content thank you

[@stevelangston2359]

Made me remember that I built my first one of these at around 17 or eighteen. Long time ago! 76 now! Thanks for the memories. Glad you have such support from your Dad! I didn’t have one around.

[@study650]

The 235 was one of the best engines ever made. Good video.

[@AndrewDAdams]

love the old tools. can't go wrong with old ingenuity

[@DavidJones-hl5om]

Good job. In the 80s, my brother and I owned an automotive business. We installed a 235 in a 1948 Chevy Pickup it was my best friends truck, and we pulled the 215 and moved the radiator forward because of the water pump. We built several 235s for several different chevys and installed them. 😊😊😊

[@rudyflores9395]

Thanks pops your not allowed to leave us at least for the next 50yrs. Have you done any more work on the El Camino can't wait to see the 48 on the road. Your dad would've been an awesome shop teacher its a Blessing having your dad still around to share the old skool knowledge.

[@JeffKopis]

40:30 It's good that Dad has the spec book, but you know, you should also check the back of the bearings when you take em out, for a date, manufacturer, and possibly an undersize. EDIT: Glad to see you addressed that too! You're way ahead of me! 😉 Sharp kid.

[@staninjapan07]

First of all. Wow! Liked. Subscribed. As a kid of about 18 in late 1990s I got an apprenticeship at a Toyota car dealer in the UK. In the short six months I was there (bad relationship with the dealer manager) I learned just a few things that the mechanics tried to make time to teach me while doing their own jobs. My learning schedule had me at the dealer for three weeks then at a local college for three weeks and back to the dealer... Sadly after a "chat" with the manager one day, the job came to an end. It's probably true to say that I learned more (at least in theory) from this video than I did at the dealer (leaving the time at college aside).

[@tbiza]

Thanks Dad! Your Dad is pretty cool plus he sounds like Sam Elliot.

[@kande6916]

Great video !! Love it when your dad makes an appearance!! The guy is so knowledgeable!! Thanks again!!

[@josephjporcellijr4508]

That was a great video. You and your dad do a great job. That head was a life saver. Glad dad held onto it. Keep up the videos. Look forward to the next one

[@dstempoz1]

Great job. I Enjoy watching the automotive and mechanical skills that you both demonstrate here. The fact that “splash” lubrication was still being used in 1948 in the 216 CDI is amazing. I didn’t understand how that works until I saw the “shark blades“ which are a Part of the crankshaft, and which served to splash oil up through the engine.

[@Wayne-Kj]

Very interesting video, fun to watch. By the 1930's other car manufacturers had gone to full pressure oiling and insert before Chevy finally did away with the dip oiling system and babbitt bearing in the early 1950's. It's amazing how well that old system would work as long as the oil trays didn't get plugged up with sludge.

[@seamusduibheannaigh7380]

I have to say what you guys do is terrific. Great Full Engine Strip down. Lovely to see you and your Dad working together. Looking forward to your next road trip. Jim ( Isle of Man)

[@humbertorivera1718]

Thanks Bruce for the bench..

[@Baystateboy125]

Your dad sounds like a good one! He obviously has great pride in his son.

[@josephcetar9202]

Adding to the theme of being grateful for the time and support of your dad, cherish every moment. Also, your explanations are spot on and good information, there are a lot of people still learning. I’m pretty good but I don’t work on anything as old as you tackle.

[@Richard-zb6mk]

Thanks Dad. I enjoyed seeing you help your son throughout the videos. Good advice, paint it.

[@robertberns3661]

Dad's are pretty helpful, nice job guys

[@jenateer2518]

I agree with your dad. Painting is a must

[@kevinvremanconstruction5845]

Great video. Good format. I enjoy the longer format. Even the editing is spot-on. I think there are a few of us who envy you and the time you get to spend with your dad, soaking up the wisdom and experience. Keep up the good work!

[@markwilson9927]

Enjoyed your video! Every moment you can spend with your dad will be precious memory. I am older than your dad, and my dad passed a few years ago. I enjoy keeping old Triumph sports cars going, and some of my best conversations with him was while working on those old cars.

[@rogermasse864]

Man Travis, just love your content. I’m learning things, enjoying myself, and really loving to see you and Dad interacting! You are so lucky man!!

[@Woody30028]

Thanks Dad. You're the best.

[@thomas-i5o7h]

Thank you for explaining what you are doing when you are doing it. I'm not a mechanic really, but I do appreciate the explanations I see them as a sort of tutorial. Many years ago, I worked with my dad on a six cylinder Ford Falcon, so the engine you are working on now is very similar to the one we worked on all those years ago.

[@jesseramirez8418]

I wouldn't call it a poor mans rebuild but more of a realistic budget rebuild. Those engines were made to run forever when taken care of at the most basic level. You and your dad are doing a great job. Reminds me of me back in the 70s learning from my uncle who owned his own shop. Keep up the fab work guys.

[@cameronbittner4971]

I'd call it freshening it up.

[@johnr8439]

Thanks Travis and Dad. Love the content but really enjoy the two of you guys one gear head to another.

[@toddbritton3221]

Nice job always nice to see you and your dad working together 👍

[@culturevulture3382]

Great videography, editing and narration Travis. Many thanks from New South Wales, Australia.

[@theetravisb]

Thanks for watching from across the way

[@braxtonnelson5375]

Really enjoying this build! My first car was a '59 Bel Air with this engine in it, and it ran like the proverbial sewing machine... very smooth engines! I would really like to find an old truck for my next project, and you know I'll be watching to see the progress on yours!

[@floydleach7976]

Love the video’s, for future reference I would’ve installed the harmonic balancer before tightening the timing cover. This will center up the front seal on the shaft of the harmonic balancer to ensure no leaks. Thank you for putting out these videos out and love the father son builds.

[@ericcranston8158]

Glad you painted it, I agree with Pop...

[@bigmountain7561]

Awesome job Bruce helping a fellow gear head. Hey Travis can’t wait to see it run love your videos!! Thank You 🙏

[@rtcapo1382]

I like when you explain what you’re doing. I’m one of those noobs that haven’t cracked open an engine and rebuild. Thanks-blessings to you, your channel & the family.

[@theetravisb]

Thank you you too

[@steventangney1367]

Good job, glad you painted it. I also have the same piston ring compressor your dad has. Agree with him .

[@dontheplumber9338]

Thanks Dad ! Nice work guys!👍

[@markhenry4583]

Hey guys, wanted to let you know I’m a big fan of your channel. This is actually my first comment to make on any of the channels I watch. My bad! Really just wanted to comment on how great it must be to be able to work side by side with your Dad, (& son). Miss my Dad. I’m 66 this year but haven’t been a “get it back on the road” knowledgeable person. Keep a 2001 5.9L on the road since 2007. Without Utube wouldn’t have been able to do that! Anyway congratulations on your hundred thousand subscriber recognition. Keep’em Cummins!!

[@theetravisb]

Yeah we enjoy working together. Glad you enjoy. !

[@fritzozuna654]

Great content, most guys are not able to go "all fresh parts" and need to know exactly what you are showing. You show what it is, how it works, and why yours is bad, or still usable. Showing the tools, and what they do is really good too. 50 years ago I took the 215 ci, out of my 40' Chevy, put in a "freshened" 60's 230 in. I wish I had seen your video back then. Good work!!

[@OsamaBenFartin]

Wow. The knowledge that you and your dad have on these old re-builds is amazing! You obviously spent a lot of time helping out and learning from your dad since you were young. Good for you guys! The only mechanical training I got from my dad was how to properly run a lawn mower.😏

[@braddokken9191]

What a wonderful video. I love seeing you and your dad work together. My sons work on cars with me and I hope it can be a life long thing for us as well. The engine turned out great, can't wait to see that truck back on the road some day.

[@theetravisb]

That’s cool that you guys can do that together

[@haroldh8000]

Your father totally knows his stuff he definitely reminds me of my uncle who taught me everything I know about old-school mechanical engineering. I’m impressed by the both of you👍🏽. Love watching your work and dedication. Keep it up! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@kougamishinya8358]

I love this kinda "movie" videos, enjoy so much watching and listening all the explanations you and your dad do. Your dad its so cool the stories he has, the tools he has. Thanks to you and your dad for all the hard work. Greetings from Argentina.

[@guitarhoarder5426]

OK, Travis... Just got to say it! Love the videos and stuff that you do! I've watched them all... BUT, your Dad is just the coolest! He's exactly the type of Dad that I always wanted! Love seeing the content!

[@joelpena9300]

Hi from chicago,you friend Joel. I born in 1949 and I'm 75,so the truck is 74 year old,you ere doing I very good job,I'm very happy to seeing your videos,my be some day I me you and your pather. Keep up the good job.