RUSTED OUT?!? JUNK YARD Van saved from the JUNKYARD!

[@rickregister9424]

Surgery went well. Took longer than expected and incision is longervthan it was supposed to be but first thing I did was turn on the Puddin. Thank you all for the well wishes and thank you Puddin for helping with my recovery through your video.

[@danielkingery2894]

Hell yeah! Glad it went well, hopefully it buys ya many many many more weeks to watch new episodes.

[@ils360]

So glad The surgery went well!!

[@grooveguy]

Awesome my friend. Glad to hear all went well!!! Stay strong and positive and anything is possible!!!🤓🤓💯😎🇨🇦❤️🇺🇸

[@HoschtonBoy]

Get well soon.

[@terrencegiordan9812]

You bet.

[@robinbunton913]

We like the ole truck guy. He seems like a genuine guy. Helpful and knowledgeable.

[@demolitionsexpert]

great addition. Make him a regular on the second channel!

[@rickregister9424]

Hey Puddin. I'm being prepped for surgery to remove some of my cancer right now. I'm glad I'll have an episode to watch when I wake up.

[@NVIN-ov9dn]

Prayers

[@PuddinsFabShop]

Prayers from here as well! Hope this video helps with your recovery!

[@iannorton4463]

My thoughts and prayers to you My American cousin..✌️👍🇬🇧

[@jeraldhite9744]

Prayers going up!

[@caseyrenner7024]

🙏🏼🙏🏼you got this! Keep Your Head up!🙏🏼🙏🏼💪🏼

[@arbusco]

Puddin I’m a 62-year-old woman and I think that van is the coolest thing I’ve ever seen. Wait let me couch that, of course, my first choice will always be the 1960s Ford Econoline pick up truck. But that what you got so freaking clean! Is my number #2. congratulations!

[@lanniehodges4507]

Your van was made from 1964-66. The taillights were the same as 60-66 Chevy fleetside pickups. That’s why they read 60. The front turn signals are the same as 1955-57 Chevrolet pickup front turn signals. The dash is the same as a corvair60-64. In 1967 the changed the nose and dash. The also made the dog house wider under the seats to put in the v8. 64-66 vans had 6 cylinder. I’m not certain about the 4 cylinder. In the 70s I put in a v8 and I had to build 4-6 wide boxes on each side of the dog house. I also used a hydraulic gas pedal.

[@staceymccloud6]

Ty.

[@Jordy-927]

I love peoples knowledge of odd things. So many guys, and gals, have so much knowledge of weird stuff. And it’s even better when you are willing to share it. Thanks.

[@blainerudy2255]

In 1974-75, My brother had a gray '67 with black primer coat from the doors back. Inside , he primered with white,then he took some fish netting and then spray painted sky blue over it.When he took away the netting, the design was painted on the inside of the doors and dash. He use to keep sticks of incense on the visor. I can almost smell that van now. Thanks for a great flash back.

[@cadman10000]

You will need to make a Puddin's cable TV service sticker for this one.

[@gerry-p9x]

That's a corvair dash in it

[@agoogleuser704]

@@gerry-p9xis it? It looks factory 😮

[@twinkie27271]

​@@gerry-p9xwith a pickup steering wheel.

[@chronicsrandommoments6823]

Yes and a t shirt

[@1stimefixer]

Love the van it’s the one that is the original Scooby Doo van.

[@kenjohnson5498]

This will be one of my favorite builds, nothing beats an old van build or a station wagon.

[@roberthardman3774]

Think this might be the first time you might want to put in a hopped up straight six

[@alanrouse7285]

@@roberthardman3774 Maybe a 292cid with an Offenhauser #5415 dual 4bbl set-up.

[@Onedadbuilds]

Puddin Shaggy and Theo Scooby

[@TheBlueBikeDoyle]

I want to see big build on van too but like to see the loadstar build too .

[@ffrydriver]

I agree with the wagon statement

[@OPTICxTxBAG]

I hope he takes this one all the way. Favorite project so far

[@matta5534]

It's literally been sitting in that yard since I was born & I cannot believe how dang good of shape its in! Geezzz!!

[@xxUncleBuckxx]

I am somewhat of a self taught Van expert and judging by the linkages and the doghouse on that van I can definitively say that that Van did indeed have a motor in it. Very cool little van

[@surfer5352]

I can't believe you think people aren't going to be excited for this build! This will be fun and you found a great set of bones to build on. I for one, cannot wait to see this being built! Thanks for another awesome build Puddin (and crew)!!

[@robertlacob8831]

IMO, I would keep it mostly original, except maybe to lower it with some small 14" or 13" tires, build the 6 cyl, a little HP, maybe 2 barrel with small cam and headers, using a Chevy 250 Cubic inch, a sleeper. of course you can do the interior over with modern insulation under the wooden panels and headliner. That truck would be a show winner Puddin! Accessories to added the main propulsion done.

[@user-AlBouchard]

Just wanted to say that Theo is looking great. Thank You for saving him.

[@leebornaman5508]

In 1975 I owned a 66 sportvan..window version. FYI, I found a pair of AMC bucket seats in a salvage yard...both bolted right in. The DS adjuster even worked. That van ended up driving from Alaska to Arkansas in 79 or 80. Sure brought back fond memories memories .

[@jonlennon3348]

Lets face it your channel is one of the best on you tube like sleeperdude and Mortske,and Vice grip. Just keep doing what you do and we will keep coming back forever.

[@davidbrumfield158]

My main ones I watch. And half ass customs

[@russpendergraft5057]

I always look forward to new videos on his! You just can't help but like his content! Could you imagine how cool it would be to be able to hang out with him in his shop, work on old Chevy vehicles? 👍

[@cnkilts]

I also highly recommend Pole Barn Garage. Between Pudding, VGG, and Pole Barn, I rarely watch regular tv.

[@ravisaleh]

Let's not forget junkyard digs too. All these channels rock

[@davidbryant5875]

Negative talk about merch to much. Pole barn and daily death traps is the best

[@AnotherUnsociableOne]

The van is gorgeous. I can’t wait to see how you drop the front end, because there’s not much room to work with.

[@CreekbeatersTV]

Man I think your channel will hit a million subs if you keep YOU , old truck dude, slick and bill full time. I love your channel puddin.

[@dontrudeau9362]

I'm not a van or wagon guy but I love your content! 100% one of the most under rated channels on the KZbin!!

[@glentrodglen3176]

This is definitely going to be one of my favorite builds. It has the ability to pull off just about any look. Please please please bring back the model A

[@MaxNafeHorsemanship]

I had a Ford van of that era. I loved it. Can't speak for the Chevy, but Ford never came with a V8. That would require widening the dog house to make it fit. That would in turn leave less room for the seats. wouldn't hold it against you if you changed the steering setup. That straight axle in mine steered terrible. Amazing how much of a load you can pack in one of those things. Mine earned its keep. That thing is in far better shape than mine was. Nice rig.

[@TomTom2149936]

PFS logos over the TV cable logos, put that 283 and 200r you have in this, and bag it, perfect merch van for the smaller events and a perfect shop van aswell, love these vans. And a new map is a must, that's to freaking cool. Damn good score.

[@braddokken9191]

Puddin, you are the best when you are building an odd ball vehicle like this. I'm looking forward to the van build.

[@Fordsrock]

Yes keep it and keep fixing her up little by little. I’m from the van craze era in the 60’s and 70’s! I love them.

[@gerry-p9x]

14 inch. Camaro rallyes. Fit with g70 tires

[@gerry-p9x]

Needs a hopped up 6. With a nova turbo hydro

[@The_Painter31]

Bomber Seats are low profile. A whole tube chassis or look and see what Art Morrison Chassis has, it would be interesting to do a full independent chassis front and rear then widen the tubs for both and you can get any width front to work with any tire combo you wanted...naturally lowered.

[@MadRattGarage]

ALRIGHT ALLRIGH ALLRIGHT!!!! That van is going to be so kool to build!! I'm jealous!! Can't wait to see what you do to it!! C'Mon!!! UPDATE: after watching the whole video. I found myself geekin out with excitement with you. My hearts beating like I just bought it myself and started making plans with you. Pretty awesome score. You are on the right track with slamming it, bag it if its possible and ls swap it for everyday reliablity. AND DRIVE THE WHEELS OFF IT!!! WOO HOO!! LETS GO! LoL

[@jasondavis2240]

Please don't ls swap it! Put a small block Chevy in it and drive it

[@jwfinley7808]

I remember riding those vans and I remember thinking flying through the front window?😂

[@1leggeddog]

Feels like the 2nd channel video should have been a main channel video and vice versa. But then i thought: "I don't care, more Puddin', more gooder!" Let's GO!

[@Hamtown1979]

I don’t even notice the difference in the 2 channels. Any gud car stuff or talkin or Theo or burritos and I’ll watch! I enjoyed the shop paint and construction just as much as the square body!

[@Orionzoom]

I myself just got a 1993 GMC rally van. We payed $800 for it, it needed a good amount of work but drives Awsome. While we were cleaning the inside of it out, we found $1000 cash in the owners manual. God is good

[@OGjerseyfice]

Having them yank it for you is a blessing, give that injured hand time to fully heal.

[@kenvangoe9358]

Most definitely a six banger and automatic with a cable activated shift would work . Really like the concept and this van is another time machine my friend. Be careful and stay safe my friend God love ya .

[@johnrushing4987]

My Dad had a 64 with a big V-8, a 12” steering wheel with NO power steering and 3 on the tree. Lots of great memories in that van. I like your taste.

[@garthp9874]

That van is great! I love the wood bumper. Reminds me of back in 75 when I was in a carpenter apprenticeship school and one of the guys had lost his front bumper and made a new bumper out of straight grained oak. He took a lot of pride in it. He had some curves in it and routed it to look what he thought as really cool. Hard times back then. I eventually kept my factory job and gave up on the apprenticeship because no one was working as a carpenter back then. I went to college for a while but it was hard going to school during the day and working all night. You do have to sleep sometime. I eventually got an electrical apprenticeship with my factory job. Just retired from my factory job after 50 years. Uncle Henry was very good to me. Glad I stayed.

[@troynutter8902]

It’s shape reminds me of The Mystery Machine, Just cannot think of a witty play on words to suit as a name.

[@yohanonshine4664]

It's the Van King delivery. Can't wait for this build come on !

[@crkproductions5000]

You need a floor mounted winch to make it easier to get cars onto the lift. Mount it right in front of your lift.

[@scottcurrie7589]

I cannot believe you found a 1966 Chevy van in that condition. My favorite vehicle to drive when I was a kid.

[@dalesquires1547]

Love the van. Would be cool to see another hot rod inspired build like the wagon. They are twins after all

[@cheekkeith74]

I'd put one of the later model Chevy 4200 inline 6's in that. They have great power and would probably sit in that real nice.

[@Memry-dq7ug]

I thought about that too, it was actually the first thing that came to mind. Personally I’d still rather have a v8 but a 4200 would be an excellent option (especially if it has a big ol’ turbo). 😬

[@tildenharper]

Collab with Nivlac57!!!

[@Diane-vf5rx]

Hi Puddin! On this Memorial Day I just want to thank you and all the men and women who fought for this country to make it free! Thank you for videos and all you bring to us. I salute you!

[@davidking-nm4ez]

I bet the shackles flipped when they forked it moving it. Thanks Puddin!!!

[@mjc8248]

We had a black ’66 that used to be a drag racer. We used it to test and break in engines in the ’80s and ’90s. We removed the back doors and welded an I-beam to the roof inside. We hung a chain hoist from it so we could lift an engine and slide it inside to drop it in the hole. It made a perfect engine run stand.

[@daveowens2419]

Walking through the grocery store here in Washington State with my puddin hoodie on had 3 people said they watch the show

[@johnd21]

That’s a rig. Can’t wait to see what you do with it

[@Memry-dq7ug]

I’m a v8 guy so that be my choice for a drivetrain but as someone else suggested the Vortec 4200 straight 6 would be a great option. (As long as you turbo it) 🙃 Also I vote on bagging it!

[@tildenharper]

Totally get Calvin from @nivlac57 to help with the engine build

[@josedlp23]

Loved it!!! I already see the shirt saying "Van oh Van Here we go Again" all bag down looking forward for this build Pudding.

[@robertrettig7110]

3 boys it’s “hold my beer time”!

[@tombrenes2411]

Awesome van project My 2 cents gasser style Shag gin Wagon is just as good More work on the someday model A

[@richardsmith8162]

As soon as you got Theo, I just saw Shaggy and Scooby, now you've gone and got a van, with cragars, I'm seeing Mystery Machine. Certainly a t shirt design or sticker. Looking forward to seeing the transformation. Carry on the great work, you Slick, Bill, Mortske, Zack

[@MtaRugby57]

I said mystery machine too!

[@wildebeestgarage64]

SLAM IT!!!!! It would be a lot of work, but it would be totally worth it. Build what you want. It's your van in the end.

[@donlandenberg8126]

I could hang out with y'all for hours thanks for taking us along.

[@walterpayne2267]

Man O man, I’m jealous lol. Drove one delivering TVs for my buddies dad. Lots of great memories of my friend watching. Great job as always.

[@justingould7348]

You’ve had two bangers for videos this week!

[@itsme-hc3vq]

Hey puddin you can put oven cleaner and let it set for a bit on the snow cone trucks artwork and it should take it off.

[@MastaT_150]

I definitely think you should do air ride. I’ve see a couple of them laid out on air and they were super sick! 🚐

[@Rocket-ck3qn]

Oh I'm sure you know it all is on here love that question ❓ them coming with the V,8⁉️ again all respect your channel and the work you do 💯 no work is easy knowing tricks of the trade makes it go better 😉 if your body you are a somebody help somebody every chance you get.

[@Salmomlox]

Beautiful Van, Puddin. Sittin' in your yard, it reminds me of a Hot Wheels Van.

[@MikeInBendOregon]

El Reno looks like a nice little town and it's got a good burger joint... You don't see many of them old vans, and it looks like you got a good one. It's in a lot better shape than I expected. Especially underneath... Should be a cool project. Any bets on what kind of activities are going on behind the plywood inside ?

[@ScottBryant-wi7gb]

Patina outside, full paint and interior. And a dog box for Theo! I daily a 2003 Ford van and I love van life.

[@frosgarage9099]

Awesome onion cheeseburgers ate there for the first time about a month ago. That van is going to be amazing.🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@dalesmith112]

"I know you're not in park" 🤣🤣 EPIC

[@larryreece1403]

Love those old flat windshield vans. Great find!

[@ZEROBLOOM]

My brother garey... Had one of these. My fav memory of him is of me riding with him in his. It had a mushroom window on it. I was play with my new captain chruch toy (at least 1980) it was a ballon skateboard. I can hear him laugh just before he jumps a railroad track and sends me flying. I was in the back playing. It had oil lamps... Brown house carpet and mirror boarder with brown brush strokes on the mirrors. Lol typical hippy van. Love it✌️👊

[@michaelstone8882]

PUDDIN...... THAT VAN AND THE WAGON SITTING TOGETHER LOOKED FREAKING AWESOME MAN... "THAT'S A MARRIED COUPLE" IF I'VE EVER SEEN ONE.. BUT REALLY I CAN'T WAIT TILL YOU GET THAT "VAN" LAID-OUT MAN... LOOKING FORWARD TO YOU STARTING ALL THE WORK ON THE "MAN VAN" THAT'S GONNA BE A COOL ASS BUILD MY FRIEND..

[@gpwx]

Puddin’ , this is my Favorite Van ever…!!! We restored and Kustomized many 60’s vans ( Dodges, Ford Econolines) But my friend had a Chevy like that and we did it up right … From much conversion experience , go easy on the interior , plywood , etc. Many times the conversions pushed the GVW limit …. ( half ton eh ) and the usual 6 cylinders were bogged down with the extra weight ( doggy ) … Our final effort was painted nicely in the interior , with just some nice carpet remnants on the floor ( cheap) … with the Light weight really it zipped around , and could be used for anything … carrying or marrying … Love the Van , Love the show … and please be Careful !!!

[@aliasfred]

If you live in the snow belt like me, My '66 A-100 Dodge van was so light in the back, I swapped the rear bumper for a railroad tie, to keep it from getting stuck on top of the snow. Mine had absolutely no rust, it was a California utility van, that was used for hauling surf boards.

[@RK-oo8pn]

I love those vans

[@Atodaso-pg9kq]

Bag it! 🙏

[@billmoser2670]

I love it!! My dad had a retired 67 from the phone company. We used it for vacations. The top speed was 55 so they weren’t fast lol it was the first thing I ever drove and it’s also how I learned to drive a manual. Some of my best childhood memories were in that van! Have any questions hit me up.

[@HighToy85]

Can't wait to see this thing on the ground where it belongs with the custom "Puddin in bibs vanquishing a dragon" airbrushed on the side.

[@jeaniepatterson2384]

I don’t usually get excited about band. But,,,,,,, you found a jewel!!!! This could be sooooooooo sweet!!!

[@chipbruner2412]

SUPER EXCITED about the van! I would love to see what you can fab up for the front end instead of just doing a clip swap or full chassis swap. FAB IT UP and DROP IT DOWN!

[@barrywallace9522]

Nice Van! I had a 69. A big tree crushed it,it was very near the exact same body style. Endless possibilities. Can’t wait to see what you do with it. Keep up the great content, you’re the best!!

[@jimbrooks1972]

i know everyone moans about the LS swaps, but honestly, the price, power and reliability are hard to beat, just like a ford 9", there is a reason everyone uses them. also, for the seat mounts, you could do a peddlestool like the old delivery trucks, or if there is enough room, a side mount seat

[@Marvalicious]

Can’t wait to see the vision come together for this build🙌🏻👌🏻😎

[@mnite7991]

Spray the map with clear and KEEP IT THERE. I've been a vanner since 1972.

[@victorrobinson7008]

You be like Lucky's Wheels and Deals painting everything putting Fab shop sky blue guaranteed everything looks so sharp. From California Smoke.

[@BrandonMiller07]

The van is going to be awesome!! Cool lookin rig!

[@immrnoidall]

WOW. That is an incredible find. When you said it was in the dirt, I imagined rusted out floors and everything below.

[@karlcollier8017]

You found a good one there

[@JaimeDstx]

Looks killer and yeah I’d make it look just like the wagon. Sauce, steelies, caps and stance. 🤩

[@chrishill8527]

Don't forget you got a chop the top

[@wadepreston5298]

You are correct when I was a kid, we had a 66 deluxe with the windows with the V8 ! You can get with your leaf spring guys and have them set you up with a better set of lowered leafs!!

[@danielhoward2959]

That is one of the coolest vans made in my opinion I can’t wait to see what you do with it

[@tuberzish]

Hey Puddin! I bought one of those vans in Kansas City in 1983, and drove it all the way to Maine and back. I used it working for a garage door company, hauled all my tools, parts, garage doors and openers. I loved that van! We had just one kid at the time, so we bolted a carseat to the doghouse, where he could sit between Mom and Dad. The shift linkage was a little worn out, but it ran like a top! Someone had replaced the shift knob with a piece of an antler. I wish I had it now!

[@louisorlando9694]

That van body is in great shape! I think with your imagination and fabrication skills you can make it into something really cool and neat! 👍

[@juliewaite3718]

Hey man there's a 1964 Chevy Van on market place for 8000 it runs and drives . It's your color also. Berlin Center Ohio.

[@afmoa]

I haven't been this excited since you did the Travelall!

[@leebornaman5508]

I lived in that van for 9 months, through the winter, until I could find a house to rent. That van saw all of the roads there then, that were drivable.

[@TheChadvarnell]

It's a good thing you are a fabricator. A lot can be done with these but very little is available for purchase. I've had a couple, my current is a 67 and it has had so many hand made parts. We did an LS gen 3.5 fly by wire with factory computer. Fabbed and centered Ford 9". No upgrades came without a fight.

[@TheZaxx]

I've used straps like that many times. I've learned to try not to let them touch anything. A sharp edge with the vibration will cut through them in no time.

[@russellcropp6106]

Super pumped for some good quality van content, can't wait to see what you do with it, watching all the way from New Zealand

[@Mardy72]

The van is cool af

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Cool van!!! ☮✌

[@icaruseffect4072]

Talking about crazy flashbacks my buddy bought a 62 we spent about 37.00 on it because that's all we had to spend but we had so much damn fun in that.van.

[@larryflanagan8799]

I like the van; these were new when I was young. Shawnee, Oklahoma.

[@LobbyDaLobster]

old truck guy is good value. Has energy. Also super keen!

[@ronsimpson5589]

Theodore on the side painted up like the mystery machine and I believe the mystery machine was puddin fab shop blue

[@stuartipsen726]

Watching puddin eating spaghetti on my lunch break on a Friday. Life is good.

[@rolhoreis6187]

excited to watch the van build . start with a comfortable seating position , or you'll never want to drive it . more frequent videos please

[@josephhaynie4398]

This will definitely be a fun one. Just when you think ideas have run out, you have 10 more. Keep being you Jacob, you're awesome!