Father & Son Build 11-Year-Old's First Car - '59 Ford

This is a Start-to-finish review of building my 11-year-old son's first car on an extreme budget. The car is a 1959 Ford Custom Sedan that has been basically abandoned on my own property for years. The classic Ford gets budget bodywork and inexpensive tractor paint. A cheap 390 Ford is rebuilt and the straight 6 is V8 engine swapped. This extreme budget build is topped off with the ultimate test - a 1,200-mile road trip to autocross the car at Holley Ford Fest in Bowling Green, KY. Enjoy!
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[@babbalonian2]

You sure he wouldn't prefer something a bit more modern,,,,and a bit better on gas...like a mid 90's turbo civic?

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Yeah, probably get a nice boyfriend with one of those

[@babbalonian2]

@@PoleBarnGarage Oh,,,he has made the switch, sorry I didn't know.🌈

[@DaveRoss-hl3vj]

Are you serious. JD has a piece of American history to drive. The newer cars are nothing more than plastic replicas of a matchbox car. Plus he doesn't need a computer to tell him what's wrong with it. I would prefer an old car/truck over what is out there now.

[@flyingace5057]

@@PoleBarnGarage this right here, is exactly why I'm subscribed 🤣

[@nathan.683]

​@babbalonian2 stfu ur just jealous that a 11 year old can restore a car and you can't 😂 good job JD

[@randall1959]

You and JD have proven that a father and son can still build something worth having that doesn't break the bank. Well done.

[@jasonsellers9595]

Yeah I'm really jealous.i can't get my kids involved at all. It starts off great but Dad ends up holding the bag somehow always. IDK

[@johnnyturbo8460]

@@jasonsellers9595 I think sometimes we take over to get it done faster. I honestly learned from watching this video to, NOT do that. We need to step back and let them do it. Sit back and guide them and NOT jump in and do it for them. Yes it will take longer, BUT that is the only way they will learn. I will be doing that more and jumping in to do it to save time less

[@jasonsellers9595]

@@johnnyturbo8460 you might be on to something there.

[@johnnyturbo8460]

@@jasonsellers9595 😁👍. I'm definitely going to give it a try

[@patrickancona1193]

@@johnnyturbo8460 take the time, show the correct way to hold/approach/attack then guide quietly & little as possible, yes everything takes 10-20 times longer grin & enjoy it, my sons a contractor now & I miss them days but I got another set a grandkids to learn up, their getting off way easier then my boy I wasn’t patience much back then

[@That70sChannel]

The boy listens and follows direction well. He will go far.

[@billbong156]

I 💯 % agree

[@alanh1406]

Agreed, the boy will have a pay check for the rest of his life. A true credit to his dad.

[@brandonknight7240]

More importantly he's learning a dying art, and at a good age, engine building is NOT alive and well

[@ghouliesgarage3922]

Dad of the year right here ! Knowledge he'll always have and he is working for his car Not giving a car Building it ! Love this video ! Godspeed

[@tedconroy5074]

Dad is proud of son, son is proud of dad, both are proud of what they have accomplished! Love this channel!

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thank you!

[@LoganMartin-dv8mm]

​@PoleBarnGarage very awsome some day with my kids this us what I want to do

[@hotgenlee]

Perfectly said much respect for this man and young man

[@muddboss3309]

what a great video J.D. is going to be an awesome mechanic just like his daddy of coarse

[@petercooney8526]

This was the coolest restore video I have ever seen. Kudos to you and JD.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thank you!

[@thomasmadden2258]

59 ford worth the money

[@thomasmadden2258]

Takeoff head

[@thomasmadden2258]

Crack head replace another

[@thomasmadden2258]

Casket make your own

[@johnnyturbo8460]

Junkyard Digs sent me.. I digin it.. SUBSCRIBED !! Dad life.... There is NOTHING better!

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks for coming over!

[@johnnyturbo8460]

@@PoleBarnGarage no problem, thanks for putting out great videos. My son and I really enjoyed watching this father and son build video. We are looking forward to watching your other videos

[@icerazar713]

JD is definitely your son, his sense of humor is a chip off the old block. You are teaching him right 👍😁

[@daviduglem3213]

You guys are right up there with the best. Most interesting and well-produced KZbin videos on these old cars. Unlike a lot of fathers nowadays, you're teaching your son to be a man and do things for himself. You don't baby him. Respect for that!

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks for the kind words. JD will be a capable rock solid guy someday

[@lonniesmith4208]

I enjoyed this too

[@Vile-Flesh]

I really enjoyed this series, could not get enough of it and painting a car seems a lot less intimidating after watching y'all paint JD's car.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

It's a piece of cake, except every time it isn't

[@chrisbaxter4775]

I really like how you and your son just make me feel whole lot been Father and son can work together as a team

[@BuffsGarage]

Awesome having the whole journey in one video!

[@davidhammons800]

Young feller is going to go places. (message to young feller) never stop learning, talent, information is the key of the realm!

[@raymondproseus6923]

I wish I had my father teaching me and guiding me like you do your son. You're a good dad, keep it up.

[@watsisbuttndo829]

Lots of win in this vid, even the random bug attack at the 37 min mark came out roses!.

[@blackscotydog]

JD is a better wrench than some 20 yr olds I have seen.... Great job... loved this build...Go team dollar tree!!!

[@alan-kb4ji]

It's really cool to see dad's take time with their sons for a change, we need more of this in the world. Great job raising that boy and teaching him how to do stuff instead of calling the guy!

[@freddieray6660]

Dad and son, excellent, God bless you boys! ! !

[@GorillaCookies]

Wow, I am impressed to say the least. J.D. is going to go far in life . He doesn't just hear , he listens and takes instruction very well. That young man can learn to do anything and will do it well. Fantastic job Dad. You fellas should be super proud. The car is awesome !

[@hillman65yahoo]

Something about a father son build. Keep being the dad that you are. Thanks for the above quality entertainment.

[@dennishinkle5010]

Memories that last a lifetime. I am 60 years old and still remember my dad and I working together when I was young he is gone now but sometimes when I see things like this it makes me smile from the memory. Stay close and never forget these precious days they dont happen often and dont last long. 👍👍

[@DKing-jg7fl]

Even more valuable than the 59 Ford is the knowledge and dad time JD has acquired

[@bradnewby5695]

Dalton, I appreciate that you are giving your son a gift that he will cherish all of his life....your time. I think it's awesome that you spend the time to teach him skills that can be use later in life and keep our gearhead heritage alive, nice job.

[@DavidNelson-bv8em]

JD Learns Fast, I Am Glad You Are Teaching Him The Trade, Hopefully He Will Continue Too Love It. Good Job To You Both😊

[@rusty383]

Absolutely Nothing Better than a Old Car and Dad and Son or Grandfather and Grandson working together!

[@tallboy2234]

“Universal Grit Sandpaper” 😂🤣😂🤣👍. I like this guy!😉 That is a Fine-Looking 1959 Ford 9N tractor 2-door sedan, big block edition😁👌

[@damianlachaplle8579]

What a good dad gets his son working on cars . Now JD will be a car guy for life .

[@Dwendele]

Grew up in Texas in the 70s/80s. Dad and I rebuilt a 62 Dodge D100 with the slant 6, when I was 12. Drove that thing EVERYWHERE. Learned how to drive in it. Then MY first car was a 72 Datsun 240z. We did a rebuild and restore on that car too. Mom got involved and reupholstered the seats. LIFETIME memories and skills learned.

[@grizzsgarage8360]

Great car, great boy, great dad.

[@ithaddeus3494]

J.D. isn't my kid but so proud of him just the same. This is the kind of thing my dad always told me we'd do but he never did. He was more interested in the 'idea' of being dad than the actual act of being so. Hats off to you too, J.D.'s dad. Hopefully the boy will pass this stuff on to his kids one day.

[@surfer5352]

JD will remember this experience for his entire life! I enjoyed watching the build. JD seems like a great young man, mature beyond his years!

[@Williwas9000]

I hope to do this with my daughter. Maybe not a old classic but something that she can call her own and show that she did the work and she deserves a nice car for her first vehicle and make some memories with her old man.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Definitely get a classic, something simple that dad can fix and look like a hero 😉

[@spencerjones635]

Enjoyed watching you and your son work together. You have a real buddy there, keep him enthused so the love of old cars doesn’t die.

[@DoItMyselfGarage]

Great to see the compilation...and you are right...no project is ever truly finished!

[@russelblackwell6041]

well done this video will bring back memories when you both get older priceless father son time great attitude young man

[@rayinpau.s.a.6351]

I enjoyed watching all your hard work , And having NO issues! always a good time . Thank You.

[@rickylaporte6750]

You have a awesome hot rod JD. I loved the way you listened to your Dad and your so willing to listen and do as your Dad tells you.

[@hotgenlee]

Documenting this will preserve the moment and it will be worth more than any money too be able too go back and see the memories on video ,this world needs more dads like this

[@alexsboathouse1669]

As far as I'm concerned that is a true father son build you're very lucky to be able to do this with your son continue the videos I just love what you do just a Down Home down to earth guy good luck

[@WingmanJohnny]

Fantastic video. You and your son did a fantastic job. Keep up the great work and I will keep on watching

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks!

[@tonyt8805]

I loved this "recap video" 😉 Once again....Great job JD and Dalton! 💯 😎 😎 🎊 🎊 🎊 😎 😎

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks!

[@grantmelcher1830]

Really enjoy the videos with you and your son working together on cars. Nothing better than learning with your dad.

[@matthewjohnston5145]

Your wee man did a bloody good job of that car, you must be one proud dad

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Of course

[@robertoconnor3683]

What a wonderful Dad and Son project and Adventure. Thank you Guys.

[@trolleybarn2614]

"Dude, are you done yet?" 😆😆 I love JD's humor. You've taught him well. ❤️‍🩹💖

[@JABBO56]

Get er done JD. You have an awesome car. Dad's a good man & he's training you right.

[@bavelnaard]

You must be very proud of your son, JD must be very proud of you too. What a joy to watch this

[@rickrice3221]

Great summary of the build - JD did a great job…I loved watching you two work together!

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks!

[@COOPERS_COACH_WORKS]

Nice compilation

[@samuelbatchelor262]

I’m so proud of you both. Especially JD. You’re a wonderful Dad. I wish i had a father to do things with like you’re doing with JD. I am so sad that the car series is done but extremely happy that the car is completed and you guys can enjoy, I would look for to JDs 1959 Ford video. I would love to see when it would pop up in notifications. I’m so proud of you both. Keep it up!! What JD has learned with you and how good his direction and listening skills are that boy will go very far. I’m so proud of you JD!! 15 year old with a 1959 Ford to a 12 year old with a 1959 Ford. 59 Ford fellas!!

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thank you!

[@allenm00]

How dare you teach your son a useful skill for life! Great to see you working with him.

[@grantkoeller8911]

Sleeper dude and Ralphie, you and JD, vice grip Derek and Bentley, or Bradley, There is something so special about father and son time spent together.

[@raymondcollyear4773]

I really enjoy watching JD he reminds me of my oldest grandson Kevin when he was JDs age . He is definitely going to be a plus to the world. Keep the videos coming I look forward to seeing what you and JD are up to

[@brianmartinez7120]

Awesome father and son build. Remember building my first car with my dad losts of swearing and throwning tools lol

[@MyNewYorkCity.]

Best tag team duo on KZbin 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👍🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽

[@MsMustang66]

Awesome video! It's so cool that JD just gets right in there and gets working.

[@terryrussell8552]

Dalton, good to see your son learning important life skills.

[@wadechandler5153]

Really glad JYD and Mook swung by and introduced me to your channel. Definitely entertaining and I plan on working my way through a lot of your content. Sure I will learn a few things along the way so thanks for that too.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

You might even unlearn some things!

[@gilbertwashburn7095]

Thanks for the video it's great I remember when I was a teenager as long time ago my buddy's dad painted Bridges they had this bridge paint we painted it is72 Dodge van pretty Rusty we just scraped off the big stuff and spread Bridge paint on it two years later even driving in Winter their rust never came back that stuff was awesome my dad always used to say if it smells toxic it's good great day I remember in 1977 and bought a 67 Camaro327 4 speed with a posi it's $300 for those really were the good old days

[@BUZZKILLII1]

Good job JD !!! What a time with your son. Life time memories....

[@PoleBarnGarage]

And skills!

[@rickgaine3476]

very nice project, and wonderful memories you made with your son. I’m sure he will treasure this experience as long as he lives.

[@duskhunter3803]

I’ve watched this numerous times. You’re the Dad of the Year as far as I’m concerned…just the right amount of risk taking and encouragement…what to do and what not to do… great job man. Big love from the UK.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks!

[@te55aboo]

What a Dad. I wish more parents were like you.

[@Tomek1985]

Man, you are Dad #1 and JD is a son#1❤ great job people💪

[@davidwilliams3244]

I love watching videos with JD cause you can really see the nature vs nurture at play here. Already pessimistic, chrome sockets on impacts, sketchy jack points, sees something wrong and works on other things till he's force to fix it. Kid is going places.

[@azastro919]

Your a hell of a dad! You let him do his own work so he learns, and didn't berate him when he makes a mistake. Your teaching him how to be a man which what we desperately need. I'd say father of the decade man!!!!!

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks!

[@davestark2015]

Was fun to watch all over again 🙂

[@markphillips9454]

Old school hotroding, Father and Son. Making it work! Best video I've seen in a while 👍

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks!

[@bradkerr1977]

This has got to be the absolutely best video on KZbin this father son stuff just melts my heart why an amazing father son duo!!! My new favourites to watch on KZbin I’m gonna go to the very beginning of your vid and binge watch them all!!!❤

[@bbgcars]

NOT BAD! Wow your son predates my driving by 1 year! and paint by 3! I didnt start painting till I was 13 and driving until 10, started working on cars and various tractors at 9. im impressed..hes a natural!

[@jasonbose3507]

You and your son are an amazing team!

[@deanriley1284]

I have not watched this video yet, but I hope it provides the same level of inappropriate standards that I love from this channel! You are a genius sir! 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@lugnut2612]

This channel is my new go to,your builds are awesome,down to earth, simple,and cheap.You and your family will achieve greatness!

[@MrTwinklypig]

Loved this series.

[@brohon8788]

This video made me smile for an hour. THANKS for sharing this Father/Son project with us!

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bubbabeef]

Watching this young man take apart his engine with what looked like his very own toolset put a darned smile on my face, keep up the good work you two!

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Yep, he has my old toolbox, which was my dad's old toolbox!

[@kb9oak749]

I wish my Dad would have done a project like this with me. JD has a great Dad.

[@sodsqad8089]

It was a crap show from the start and I loved every moment of the entire build. It reminds me of when I was 11 and my Dad teaching me stuff. I remember helping my Dad rebuild Ford 8n tractors and discs. Heating those big nuts off the discs and honing cylinders. If you are not a McGyver you wont last in this world. Self tappers are awesome! Left over hardener works too! 1,200 miles on the road shows what you can do! The most awesome thing is you have your son there and teaching him. I lost my Dad at 15 years old. Cancer got him but I learned so much. Dalton, keep it up! I'm 6 beers into a Friday night and watching this. I'm sending a "write-off" donation. What do you need? Gift card to O'reillys or working capital?

[@PoleBarnGarage]

I'd be flattered to accept anything! PO box 138 pleasant hill mo 64080, have a good one!

[@billbong156]

I'll never forget the times I spent with my own father at his age. Very fond memories and what has made me the mechanic I am today. Ty dad.

[@christopherbaxendale276]

Definitely rapidly my go to channel, loving the humour and father/son comradeship. Move over VGG.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

That's what I like to hear!

[@mattus1gig]

What a beast of a car. Well done to the two of you making it so beautiful. Hats off to JD as well for not just sitting around on his phone like 99% of kids today 👍

[@PoleBarnGarage]

He's a good kid.

[@markhoffman9674]

Great father and son project! Very nice paint job! Looks great for tracteur paint! Love the tu tone! Car is in very good condition for 1959! Can't wait To see more vidéos on it in future! Take care!

[@99goat99]

I'm going to type something here that you already know. Every minute you and JD spend doing these projects together are priceless, worth more than a fleet of supercars. You make a great team. And I direct this to the younger man in the video, if you think I'm being silly, like I would have at 11 and 12 years of age, soon you will be a fine man, living the years as they roll by. They pick up speed as you go. I'm in my 50's, and my Dad, who I loved very much, passed away last year at the age of 84. To say that I miss him is quite the understatement. Cherish these days, you will look back on them with great fondness. I'm truly enjoying your channel!

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks and will do!

[@OKCREBEL117]

Fantastic Father Son project very impressive young man. He worked really hard and did a great job! Nice 59 Ford young man.

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Best I could ask for

[@fullyhooked1]

As a soon to be father, I cannot wait for this type of thing with my boy! JD is a steeper young man! Good job on you and your lady!

[@terryeustice5399]

I watched all your videos with JD on this build. Thanks for the review!

[@jacobsniper9813]

Gotta love seeing a father and son experience and learn stuff together.

[@awetisimgaming7473]

Right off the bat, love that he knows the sound of no compression in a motor so young, I wish I had family that would do more than call a tow truck every time

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@billdyke9745]

I just finished watching this whole series, and enjoyed every minute. The car is fabulous, and J.D. is well on the way to becoming a world class mechanic. Nice to see something get a paint job for once, 'cos, listen up, fellers, it ain't patina it's rust, and rust never sleeps. Take a leaf out of J.D.'s book and take pride in your work... 1,000,000/10! 🇬🇧👍

[@adriansalas2367]

man i love JDs enthusiasm for working on that. great job guys

[@davidryan573]

Super cool, awesome job putting the car together, excellent adventure, and on the cheap side.

[@justinward6031]

Always wanted to do this with my dad but he'd never put in the effort to, im glad your getting to make memories with your son, it'll mean alot to him one day

[@LittleMoes_Motivation]

Omg !! Absolutely loved this!!! If more dads and moms, sons and daughters did projects like this, the country would be a better place!!!!

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Agreed

[@Geordo1960]

Excellent young man who is getting a head start on learning how to work on automobiles. Congratulations on your first ride! She is absolutely beautiful.

[@capngloval]

JD is the coolest kid in his school. To have an awesome car at his age that he built with his dad... man that kid is legendary!

[@blackforestvintagefords7872]

One of the best build series ever made! Period!

[@PoleBarnGarage]

Thank you!

[@claztube]

In the middle of a tube self stuffed cig and the video comes to its conclusion. Thanks for the compilation Dal'un. That was a great ride. I wish for you and yours to have continmued success. May my subscription and support allow you to get a real lift so you won't be sliding dangerously under them cars with Harbor Frieght jack stands much longer. I'd buy merch if I wern't so broke. But I may find a sticker I can afford. I'll be proud to stick one on my 2003 Tundra I named 'Baked Alaska' as the clear coat has been baked off out here in the southwest's unrelenting heat. Oh the fond memories, when I was the last of three sons to be home as my two older brothers had left the nest and I finally got an opportunity to go to the paint shop with my dad where he worked as an spary finisher. My pop's paint bench had muti-colored layers of paint from cans of lacquer paint spilled on it in waterfall-esque layers at the edge of the bench that when chipped off gave me a unique piece of my dad's many months and at times years in a paticular paint shop. They were a piece of his life in my hands that I could hold and feel the hours of hard labor he did without complaint to feed and shelter his brood. I also found the heavy paint laden wheel protection covers gave me a sense of how much work dad had done in that shop. As you may know the loud banging that persists in a body shop sans ear protection can lead a hearind deficit. This led to my father having significant hearing loss over the 30 years he worked in that enviroment. My mom believed that my dad actually had 'selective' hearing capabilities. But if you were in the living room when my dad was watching TV with the volume up loud enough to be heard in the neighbor's house, you say otherwise. My father would be afflicted with prostate cancer and some would suggest a link to his cancer may have been the carcinogenic agents in the distillates found in the thinners and such he worked with and had absorbed through the epidermis and in his lungs. [please take no offense] Do be careful Dal'un especially with JD if you don't mind me suggesting a box of disposable gloves, where possible to be usedf, even if there is a cost involved, it would be worth it. Again a fine compilation as I've jumped around on this build and to have a sequential run through, I was able to see the whole thing, including bits I hadn't yet seen.

[@mightymikethebear]

You had fun doing this project and no one was seriously injured so I guess it was a success.

[@timothyrondo5808]

father and son working together & building memories 👍

[@Darrin_Wyatt]

Way to raise him right. Great video.