Parked for 38 Years - 1969 Pontiac GTO 400 Four-speed - Episode 2

This is Episode 2 of our 1969 Pontiac GTO project, "Bad Company". This car sat at the same property for 38 years, before we pulled it out with the rollback. In this vid, we pull the original Pontiac 400 and Muncie M-20 four-speed out of the car. Jordan installs new tubular control arms, shocks, and a front disc brake kit. Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@butlerperformancepontiac]

Looking forward to see what you do with this one!

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks guys, you'll probably be hearing from us soon. Jordan picked up a '70 400 that he may want to build into another 461.

[@butlerperformancepontiac]

@@RamblinAround Awesome!

[@leoneltrenton325]

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[@pedroares8773]

@Leonel Trenton instablaster :)

[@leoneltrenton325]

@Pedro Ares Thanks for your reply. I found the site through google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff now. Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

[@colinhalliley111]

This installment is a perfect lesson in why keeping a fire extinguisher in a work area is key to wrenching . Great save !!

[@guitarminds8529]

Thats gonna be quite the project, but im much looking forward to this build!!!

[@RamblinAround]

Yeah, it's not going to be the easiest, but we'll get it all fixed up. Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@LSxHunter]

An hour - good grief guys. I commend you on the amount of work not only on the cars but the effort you put into the channel itself. People notice.

[@RamblinAround]

It does take some effort to put these videos together, we really appreciate you recognizing that. Thanks for watching!

[@ogresspeedshop]

Love anything pontiac. Keep up the awesome work on your projects. Really enjoying your down to earth attitude and the way you enjoy what your doing.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@campbloodkilla]

Can’t wait for this one. One of the top channels for Pontiacs. The 68 is just badass

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@kennycaligula3081]

Man. Plugging Butler every time it looks bleak. Got me 💀

[@RamblinAround]

LOL...we appreciate you watching!

[@davestelling]

Truly a labor of love. Just think of the experience, and memories! Appreciate your sharing the journey...

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching Dave, we appreciate it!

[@buffdoc46]

Looking forward to the build, and definitely would love for the engine to be rebuilt. Praying and hoping is salvageable. 🤞

[@RamblinAround]

We do a lot of joking around, but I am going to tear down the original engine and try to get it going again.

[@buffdoc46]

@@RamblinAround can't wait to see that video. Grew up watching my brother restoring 65-67 GTO's. They weren't that old back then lol

[@tombankwel4822]

Jordan you Are anakin skywalker you Can fix everythnig No matter how it looks never give up semper fi you Are a remarkeble mecahnic semper fi always faithful thanks jeff and Jordan for beeing here

[@sergiojacquez2277]

Don't understand the 46 thumbs down. So sick of all the negativity. Also it's a dam shame people abandon beauties like this. Shame on you.

[@chrisfrane973]

They are probably chevelle owners lol Pontiac stands for poor old guy couldn't afford a chevelle lol

[@louismazza9966]

Your doing a great job, you remind me of myself when l used to work on these cars in the 70’s, keep up the great work.👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@RamblinAround]

Thank you Louis, I appreciate that!

[@GSF441]

Keep filming, guys. Great project! Don't feel so bad now... Every bolt of my son's project truck came out hard too! Good times. Lol

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks Jason, we appreciate that. We joke around a lot, but we know we can get this thing fixed up. It's not going to be easy though :)

[@ronaldfurrow2485]

Love watching this. My first car was 67 firebird 400 convertible. Brings back a lot of good memories.

[@RamblinAround]

A 67 Firebird convertible is a pretty awesome first car. Glad you like the videos Ronald, we appreciate you watching!

[@johnwooden8393]

Woah! What a project., Thanks for saving this incredible work of art. It's a shame that such a awesome car was left unattended and cared for. Best of luck!!

[@RamblinAround]

It's going to be a little challenging, but I'll get it worked out. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!

[@wlc1980]

Yes it looks like it was under water like the Titanic. Your video has made me appreciate my project. I’m collecting parts for a 77 Bandit Trans Am that I thought was rusty until I saw your car. Glad you’re saving it!

[@michaelsylvester7272]

Yes I will go with its going to be a lot of work but so looking forward to seeing it, Thanks for sharing Bad Co.

[@RamblinAround]

It's definitely going to be a process, but it'll get done. Thanks for watching Michael, we appreciate it!

[@bobbiemaymon6100]

Bob from Georgetown Indiana looking forward to you next video keep up the good work.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching Bob, we appreciate it!

[@danbuchner1494]

THATS what you get for hangin out with BAD COMPANY LOL love the car

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching Dan, we appreciate it!

[@outlawd1]

Fire oh no ! So real that's car work, greasy ,dirty , & bloody people forget just how hard a job it is putting cars together I don't envy you but can't wait to see what you come up with in the end Jordan .

[@RamblinAround]

It's going to be a big task, but I'll get it all fixed up. Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@dean7292]

Making a ton of progress already! Can't wait to see more.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@leedaniels7196]

Can’t wait to see what this gem will look like,when you’re finished with it!.✌️

[@louismazza9966]

Lmfao and l thought l was the only one that had a tough time with my springs on my 70 GTO, and l had to relive that nightmare 3 more times to get the right ride height, keep up the great work , l was your age when these cars were new and I’ve been working on them ever since. I’m glad to see at your age you love the muscle cars especially the GTO.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@billoberg6716]

Love the long video watching all the work get done! A ton of progress made already. Keep up the good work!

[@RamblinAround]

Thank you Bill, we're glad you like the long videos.

[@adama047]

This is fun to watch. Lol, I'd love to be able to tinker about again. Unfortunately, no room and no toy to play with. Keep having fun with this, it's looking good

[@RamblinAround]

Glad you like the videos Adam, we appreciate you watching!

[@chadmcdowell545]

Thanks for the videos! Really glad y’all are going to show more of the work on this project!

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@gmag1969]

I have to say that is the rustiest gto I've ever seen. That is crazy. I've seen gto's setting in a field that are less rusty. Good luck guys. I'll be watching the progress. You're making me want to start working on my '69 GTO.

[@RamblinAround]

It really is a rough one, but it'll eventually get done. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!

[@tombankwel4822]

Holy Moses and All his People it is the titanic wow you have a ton of work in front of you but I love your humor you dont give up and you Will have a gto build from top to bottom thanks jeff and Jordan for this video i enjoy every moment and looking forward to more info

[@RamblinAround]

It's going to take some time, but it'll all get fixed up. Thanks for watching Tom, we appreciate it my friend!

[@danmurphy7713]

Your doing it justice . Use as much of the old metal as you can , patch panels are fine. You have a very special car do it RIGHT !!

[@stevesitton9007]

Great job , my favorite muscle car ! Looking forward to seeing it finished 👍

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!

[@glenncampbell9126]

I'm so glad you are into Pontiac cars and engines.

[@Neicoman]

Love it. I had a '68 Vedero Green 400 4 Speed, factory air, console with the optional wood wheel and shifter knob AM-FM, PS, PB, PW and antenna. I want it back. Changed the cam and installed Tri-Power

[@ellightningrod8990]

I was building a 67 gto twenty years ago until my hood all the paint,rebuilt transmission , headers and some other stuff all got stolen from inside it. I had the engine rebuilt also from Bailey bros. I sure miss having that I never even got to drive it bc I moved and couldn’t afford to get everything again for it. Congrats on your build so far so good!

[@RamblinAround]

Man, that sucks, I can't stand thieves. Maybe you'll still get to do another one some day. Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@ecurbyhprum1043]

My neighbor just sold his very first car that he ever owned. Since it was brand new. 69 GTO been sitting for probably 30 years. I thought this might be it till I seen it coming out of the woods. We live in the desert wasteland of Arizona. The car was dry rotting not rusting

[@michaelledbetter3016]

Just found your channel, new subscriber straight away. I'm also from the ST. Louis Metropolitan area 👍👍🤙🤙 As a Dad and a bit of a car guy with my own son, it's definitely heart warming to see a father son team. And to see another young man so excited and into the old vintage iron !! The mighty Pontiac GTO, the birth of the muscle car era! And the whole back story of this car, man I can't wait to see what Jordan does with it!!! Super stoked about finding your channel !! Btw, the speedometer of the red Ford in your first video, that's a simple easy ring-tone fix. 1 bolt replaces that on the side of that tranny. 90's F-150 were the best. It's technically a Mazda transmission if it's a stick. Keep up the AWESOME job guy's!!!

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching and subscribing Michael, we appreciate it! Thanks for the tip about the speedo too.

[@herbiederby3394]

All in the name of fun and safety.....be well guys...🤙

[@clydepodvin5026]

Great video and great explanation of what your doing 👍👍

[@DesertedRocket]

Can’t wait for part 3! Enjoyed the long video!

[@RamblinAround]

Glad you liked it, thanks for watching!

[@miguelarellano9222]

I kind of wandered onto your channel from Facebook and actually preferred your youtube channel.... These detailed projects are awesome... Keep up the good work 🍻

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!

[@nickshasteen6385]

Can’t wait to see it all put together, you need to bring this to coles county Dragway next year!

[@RamblinAround]

It would be fun to bring both Goats down there. Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@williamwintemberg]

Wow! You guys really have a job with this one. I know you will prevail. It will be interesting!

[@RamblinAround]

Yeah, this one won't be easy, but we'll get it done. Thanks for watching my friend!

[@tombankwel4822]

I look at All your videos again i enjoy every moment ✌️ ✌️ ☀️ 🤩 🤩 USA

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks Tom, we appreciate you watching. We'll have a new GTO video soon.

[@eamonnhealy381]

Hey you guy's I live in Perth Australia and I really miss your content, I really liked watching you work on and drive the GTO'S. There is no one else doing what you have done except 1 or 2 high end stuff that is not real world for us Pontiac guy's, anyway I hope you are all well and I hope you just hit UTUBE with an update of what you have been up to. Thankyou for all the great vid's so far!!!

[@williamtucker8888]

great to see you working on this. I have my 69 gto from 1976 right in my driveway. i cant live without mine. i will be monitoring your progress. good luck and merry christmas.

[@williamtucker8888]

mine is bone stock numbers matching. just one of my issues.

[@paulmoss7940]

Had one very similar in 76-78. Ram air iv automatic car with a hood tach and hideaways. Shoulda kept it but wanted the 69 SS chevelle more. My first two cars . All I have to show for them is a pistol I kept from the last trade. Gas got high and college happened. After 42 years of making a living, I have retired and tool around in a nice 96 LT4 vette. Still love those ponchos.

[@chrissytaylor5690]

I've had a similar problem with getting the front springs installed on 60's Fords. The factory made an oem service tool that was made specifically for installing those type of springs where a standard spring compressor wouldn't fit. It was basically a piece of all-thread with two half inch metal plates on either end that you tightened with a nut through the center of the spring. After fighting for the majority of a day trying to install upper control arms in a 64 T-Bird, I ended up just making one myself, cut out two circular plates out of half inch steel and drilled a hole in the center of both plates, cut a piece of 1-in all thread to size, and two bearings for the two nuts to ride on while you're tightening. Work like a charm and I still use it to this day for Ford and GM coil spring installs. Necessity is the mother of invention, lol!🤦‍♀️😆

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for the tip, we appreciate it!

[@jadaf4i]

You are awesome brother I can't stop watching your videos wish I was your friend to learn

[@peterjlindley]

Subscribed. I really like the way this build is going, great content. The 4 speed definitely adds to the fun factor.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching and subscribing Peter, we appreciate it!

[@hurricanebillbass1]

Nice job guys. My first brand new car was a 1969 GTO which I ordered from the factory. My favorite car of all time. Looking forward to the rest of your restoration 😎

[@RamblinAround]

That's awesome that you ordered one new. Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@puddleduckist]

Awesome work guys, can't wait to see it roar to life again with that Pontiac growl!!!

[@HomeImprovementInsider]

Holy Cow, you have a big job ahead of you, my 72 Lemans project has been stalled for 10 years.

[@jeffreythompson7110]

Great job guys ! Great video! 👍

[@RamblinAround]

Thank you very much, we appreciate that!

[@chevelle-pi1bn]

I have used those control arms in a few cars never any luck with the ball joints definitely put some good ball joints and boots (TRUST ME) great build 👍

[@RamblinAround]

That was what we were concerned about. Might pull them and put in some Moog ball joints.

[@chevelle-pi1bn]

@@RamblinAround the moog ball joints are what I use and also the energy suspension boots . 👍

[@PaulRaczewski]

My first registered car was a 69 GTO, purchased in 1972 for $1200.00. Complete, decent shape, silver with red interior, 4 speed, 42,000 miles, dog dish hubcaps, basic car.

[@mikeyshouseofbrakes8463]

Looks like this car was partially in some water for a long time.

[@dalepritchard3335]

Oh boy, What a project. Good luck.

[@RamblinAround]

It'll be a challenge, but we'll get it done. Thanks for watching Dale, we appreciate it!

[@MrIslandman59]

I had a '69 GTO...can't wait to see more!

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching Michael!

[@trev114heusdens]

Love Roadkill in the background

[@CarlosGuzman-bq8fr]

This is one of my favorite cars next to my Pontiac Trans Am. But I will definitely follow you guys on this build.. Thanks for saving such a beautiful car.. I love that color green and its just a dream car for me.

[@jeraldhite9744]

Got to say i love the GTO content especially 66 into the early 70's. That Tempest would be nice to see. Love the older 442's as well.

[@kongsgarage7157]

Seafoam Deep Creep is where it's at. It just works.

[@trillrifaxegrindor4411]

no,it doesnt sadly...use diesel or oil or wd40 ,get it unstuck then rebuild.none of the magic potions and snake oils are worth a damn.

[@kongsgarage7157]

@@trillrifaxegrindor4411 idk about unsticking engines, but it works on junkyard cars that have been setting outside in the elements for 30 years. Spray it and start unbolting.

[@_Dave_S]

Nice work! That level of rust is a bear to work with. The front end kit looks good. Keep it up, I'm really enjoying the videos! It's making me miss my old Firebird lol.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks David, I appreciate you watching!

[@klupeeteable]

i stombled over youre channel, you do a good job here i hit the bell. greets from holland europe.

[@RamblinAround]

Thank you for watching, we appreciate it!

[@DriveShaftDrew]

great progress thumbs up shared bonus that you got the new core support and valance great deal on the shifter as well

[@RamblinAround]

Thank you, we appreciate you watching!

[@87Rado]

Had a 68' for a long time (you prob figured that out), miss it bad! Looking fwd to the next vid.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!

[@Jeff-xn1ew]

Thanks for the video. That car is is in decent condition for the age. Keep it OE as much as possible. Those are are one of my favorites. 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸. I went ahead and subscribed. Look forward to more.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@markhirsch1782]

Enjoyable Its like I was there

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching Mark, we appreciate it!

[@davestelling]

That's what makes these episodes so great. Takes me back about 50 years!

[@roncarson3342]

Absolutely awesome! Keep it up and great music btw!!!

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching Ron, we appreciate it!

[@bojangles1023]

Thank you for the video

[@RamblinAround]

Thank you for watching!

[@Tom-cy5em]

Good video guys, a lot of work got done looking good, sharing on my FB page.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks Tom, we appreciate you sharing the video!

[@waderue]

i found you a youtube so now i can keep up with the build

[@tombankwel4822]

I AM realy happy that you have drillid brake discbrakes i remember My 54 chevy bel air 1954 powerglide i with drumbrakes holy cow they just gloved when i put My foot on the brake pedal i Was 18 years old and I just loved that chevy 🤟 🤩 🤩 🤩 thanks jeff and Jordan for this video i enjoy every moment have a wonderfull Day

[@kennycaligula3081]

Great banter in this content. The poverty tax comment killed me.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks Adam, glad you liked it :)

[@7thstreetgarage196]

As for Hydro for the brakes, you will not regret it. I go to wrecking yard and remove the entire hydro, including hoses, and master cylinder of a diesel 1 ton truck. All for 90 bucks. Very little mod required, mounting holes at firewall and shorten the pedal to hydro length. I get them off the trucks in about 15 minutes.

[@tombankwel4822]

PS your videos always makes My Day better just so great

[@RamblinAround]

Thank you Tom, we appreciate that my friend!

[@CraigArndt]

Ever wonder if some of the cars in your other videos at the Classic Car places, may have come back from the dead like this GTO? Holy crap. I like that extended grinder!

[@RamblinAround]

Let's hope they didn't start out this rough...lol. That extended grinder/cutoff wheel is really awesome. Thanks for watching Craig, we appreciate it!

[@ftbftb8802]

If it was easy everybody would do it. And you would never find a car ever broke down ever setting up. However I do agree with you.you jumped on a bear. I once pulled one (1951 ford) out of a running creek after sitting for years. It took longer a lot more busted knuckles but I drove that car for years and years. Hang in there guys I love the humor. One quick note wash that fire extinguisher powder off. The next morning it will be rusted even more.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@martycarter3306]

If people only knew what they had back in the 60s and 70s....I would definitely have one in mint condition......

[@trillrifaxegrindor4411]

just saw a guy in manitoba pick up a 71 gto for 3 grand....they are out there,why cant i find them though??

[@coreywhitacre6581]

Cool project , love those 69’s!

[@scotttracey3748]

Great project car guys love the long videos very entertaining short video sucks.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching Scott. Part 3 will be going up shortly.

[@justinh5036]

Sweet ride man

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks Justin, I appreciate you watching!

[@looneyluke797]

Love it! Cut nothing from filming. just speed up the “slow parts” to save time.

[@russellhale7694]

A literal 'dumpster fire'! - but it will come around, great viewing as usual

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching Russell!

[@boondocker1219]

Nice seeing progress on it 👍

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@chasbarnes3425]

New to the group likein the shows keep up the awsome work, i work on my own 85 gmc shortwide but i do like the late 60s early 70s GTOs i do wish i coilda seen the inside of that jacked up engine

[@philhunt3908]

It already looks better just what you have done so far I hope you pull the intake and head off would like to see how bad that engine is on the inside might not be as bad as you think great work keep it up

[@RamblinAround]

I put the engine on the stand tonight, so I could start checking it out. Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@TheMrmmkkpro]

Sweet gettin busy. I'm hoping you can save the engine, check the block casting number and letters on front passenger side block, heads look to be hi pref, with the rocker arm oil drip plates. The head numbers are top center exhaust ports. Before 1971 they would be hi compression heads possibly, small combustion chambers, good with flat top pistons. Nice work, very much looking forward to see this bad boy cruising down the road. You remind me of myself back in the late 70s, my addiction is Firebird, 1968 my favorite year. L

[@RamblinAround]

We do a lot of joking around, but I will definitely try to save the original engine. Thanks for watching, we really appreciate it!

[@Dugauntlet]

Found your channel the other night after part 1 for "Bad Company" got recommended to me after watching Junkyard Digs attempt to bring a LeMans back to life. I've been looking for another GM focused car channel to help fill my feed alongside VGG, you guys got a sub from me!

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks, we appreciate you watching and subscribing!

[@Dugauntlet]

@@RamblinAround You're very welcome btw that's a good looking 3rd gen Trans-Am looks like a pre '91 "facelift" model I can't wait to see you guys wrench on that as well.

[@RamblinAround]

@@Dugauntlet Yeah, the Trans Am is an '87 model. Here it is the last time we took it to the track: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4vSpH1pp51nqtE

[@Dugauntlet]

@@RamblinAround Awesome I'll take a look at her and I can't wait to what's next for this sweet GTO.

[@thomascocchiola7214]

Those six wires soldered on top of the manifold is factory. Back in the eighties when I drove my 69 LeMans I lost my head lights and it feed was in that bundle.

[@RamblinAround]

That's good to know, thanks for the info.

[@not2fast4u2c]

I have never seen an engine compartment that rusted and grimy and gross Great job on all the work and nice to see all the New parts...I am really enjoying this project since I grew up riding in and driving cars from this era..I see a T-Shirt with this GTO on it in the near future

[@RamblinAround]

Yeah, it's about as rough as we have seen too. We'll get it all fixed up eventually though. Thanks for watching Jim!

[@nathan4919]

I think you guys were the first car guys channels I followed here love the content.

[@RamblinAround]

Thanks man, we really appreciate that!

[@muhammadarsyadi8274]

I like your video.....car renovasion...hopely sucses,love from indonesia.andy.

[@RamblinAround]

Thank you for watching Andy!

[@thomasburchfield6602]

You have two nice gto's my dad was a big gto fan and owned several over the years cant wait to see the 69 running

[@ingmarbolinger4173]

Woot Woot! Yah!

[@richarddavis3007]

I can't wait till its done

[@tombankwel4822]

Craftmanship No 1 No problem jedis at work

[@marshalledwards1125]

Glad you are keeping a Pontiac Drivetrain in it. I don't understand why people put small blocks in Pontiacs it pisses me off.

[@paulmoss7940]

I get a kick out of folks saying pontiac "big block".

[@marshalledwards1125]

@@paulmoss7940 I didn't say Pontiac's are big blocks they are more like mid blocks.

[@paulmoss7940]

@@marshalledwards1125 I know. I figured you were savvy enough to know the real. 326 to 455, they are the same size. But how many times have you heard someone misnomer them ? You gave a pet peeve ,so did I.

[@MrCheckmateMarine]

I hope you keep that 400. The heads are full flow exhaust... rare... you can tell by the head bolts over the exhaust ports. Them not being countersunk is the way to ID full flow exhaust style heads.

[@rustyaxelrod]

Watch that long bolt that goes through the water pump into the intake, those break even when they look good. Just a suggestion, you could call this car the Swamp Goat. Great car but she’s rough boys.

[@RamblinAround]

Ok, will do...thanks for the heads up. Thanks for watching, we appreciate it!

[@AleisterDonny666]

I lost it when they showed the aftermath of the engine catching on fire.