Randy Grubb’s “Volkstream” Bus Conversion - Jay Leno’s Garage

Randy Grubb is back and his latest creation smells like Oregon.
» Subscribe: bit.ly/JLGSubsc...
» Visit the Official Site: bit.ly/JLGOffic...
THE BEST OF JAY LENO'S GARAGE
» Exclusive First Looks: bit.ly/JLGExclu...
» Ultra Rare Supercars: bit.ly/JLGSuper...
» Jay's Book Club: bit.ly/JLGBookClub
JAY LENO'S GARAGE ON SOCIAL
Facebook: / jaylenosgarage
Twitter: / lenosgarage
Instagram: / jaylenosgarage
ABOUT JAY LENO'S GARAGE
A new video every Sunday! Visit Jay Leno's Garage, the Emmy-winning series where Jay Leno gives car reviews, motorcycle reviews, compares cars, and shares his passion and expertise on anything that rolls, explodes, and makes noise. Classic cars, restomods, super cars like the McLaren P1, sports cars like Porsche 918 Spyder and Camaro Z28, cafe racers, vintage cars, and much, much more.
NBC ON SOCIAL:
Full Episodes: NBC.com/video/l...
NBC KZbin: / nbc
Follow NBC: / nbc
Like NBC: / nbc
NBC Tumblr: / nbctv
NBC Pinterest: / nbctv
NBC Google+: plus.google.co...
NBC Instagram: / nbc
Randy Grubb’s “Volkstream” Bus Conversion - Jay Leno’s Garage
• Randy Grubb’s “Volkstr...
Jay Leno's Garage
/ jaylenosgarage

[@suicidalbanananana]

Gotta respect a hippy that actually gets stuff done, stay awesome randy, all your rides are a work of art

[@paxwallacejazz]

Hey I get stuff done but it's all music

[@jasoncarpp7742]

I love the music 🎶 of the late 60s.

[@GMCOGRE]

yes he does. he has more talent in his little finger than any and all of the custom or hot rod shops you see in the tv shows these days.

[@mobiledevto]

Randy is my favorite guest. He doesn't take himself too serious. He really enjoys what he does and it shows. Thanks Jay for having him on.

[@southwest3671]

.......plus, he has a crystal clear voice. Easy to listen to.

[@alexsaucedo4930]

“I never knew he was stoned until I saw him sober” -Jay 😂😂😂 I like Randy.

[@jasoncarpp7742]

I'll tell ya. I was on the floor when I heard that, I was laughing so hard. 🤣

[@gunnarthefeisty]

where in the vid is that? I missed it

[@mikehoncho9344]

@@gunnarthefeisty 23:03

[@PBrown-mg4wy]

Just the variety in this guy's work. Each piece has similar traits, but still completely unique and special. One of my all-time favorite car builders.

[@thatguy2227]

When this dude smokes a joint - the joint gets high.

[@bosse641]

He sure is a fun fellow.

[@luciustitius]

In fact the actual Volkswagen Campers still have the rotatable front seat. And I can tell you it is exactly as fantastic to use as the guy says, turns your T6 California into a rolling condo with penthouse roof. Unfortunately you can’t buy one of these in the U.S.

[@YusufPetersenCPT]

Yip..Yip....Yip...

[@benjamingoulet8059]

Lucius Titius I have a 74 camper westfalia, pop top, was passed down in the family from great grandfather. All original and still runs and drives but needs a rebuild.

[@terrywindsor1310]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@markp44288]

Randy is a genius and maybe the world's most lovable dork. I always get excited to see him on the show! He's just a wholesome goofy delight. That treatment on the rear of the van looked kinda lame in the garage but boy did it look slick out on the roads! It really does have the cachet of an old Airflow... so much of Randy's work is like something you've never seen before yet somehow seems familiar. Brilliant.

[@johnygrasa]

I think isolating the fuel pump would be next on the list

[@watsisbuttndo829]

Reeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee ad infinitum.

[@gpalmerify]

Sound deadening that vehicle would be like dealing with a can. A long trip would seem longer with the noise level it has now. What a fun machine though.

[@Wearyman]

Indeed. that started driving me insane after like 10 seconds. Thing needs some SERIOUS sound engineering.

[@Spazik86]

It is a feature - so you know it is working OK. :-D

[@LaneHouse]

I couldn't hear this comment over the fuel pump.

[@kennethj1956]

Man, this Dude crawled right out of the 70's.

[@jasoncarpp7742]

I agree. Randy Grubb looks like someone out of the psychedelic 60s to early 70s. And so does the bus. At least the bus has been tastefully modified where it counts. It hasn't been lowered and chopped to pieces, or stretched out of shape. The powertrain isn't some V6 or V8 engine. I like that it's a boxer engine powering this thing.

[@dbr2355]

Lol ....jay: "I think High is the key" Randy " that's the beauty jay...I'm always high"

[@kylegilmore3810]

@BRIANS LOST WORLD 22:55 "That's the beauty Jay, I'm always high. That's.. that's the great part"

[@dbr2355]

.. kyle and you got played are right ..its at 22:58 . I didn't make it up .😸

[@Marauder252]

It's legal where he lives :)

[@musclecarmayhem3967]

Well he is from Grants Pass, Oregon where weed is legal.

[@RemiPut]

Nothing wrong with that 😳

[@billeudy8481]

What a terrifically talented charismatic guy. I love it when he shows us his work.

[@will3346]

Glad to see randy back on JLG. Definitely one of the best reoccurring guests.

[@sink61]

I realized towards the end of this video that I was smiling during the whole thing........mission accomplished.

[@jamesengland7461]

Great build. Great enthusiasm and joy and camaraderie. The man does what he loves and he's happy. Who could ask for more.

[@leelo5203]

This guy Randy sure seems to be really living' and lovin' life. It shows in his art work.

[@WarriorsPhoto]

I like that Jay doesn't only show off the high end cars. This is what makes His show fun to watch. His general love of cars with a comedic taste. Thank you Jay.

[@gregoryfrech2310]

Randy has infectious enthusiasm. It is part of his greatness.

[@sadiqmohamed681]

This just made me smile! The sound of the engine, and the floppy gears stick brought back memories. My Dad had a 65 with the elevating roof. He replaced it with a 71 which I bought off him in 72, and ran for a couple of years. Many years later he bought a 72 Westfphalia which I also bought off him to use as a crew vehicle. I'm am amazed that the swapped engine still sounds like a VW! In the late 80s I looked at buying an 88 with 4 wheel drive and the 2L Passat engine, but ended up going with a Renault Expace, also AWD and a 2.9L V6, because it had more room. A friend has a 66 23 window which he has lowered and fitted with a 3.3L Porche engine! An insane vehicle, particularly since he lives in London.

[@rabfallon4507]

I guess all boxer engines sound the same with the right exhaust

[@AaronHendu]

Randy definitely has a style all to his own, and as usual, this vehicle is a piece of art.

[@J-DUB-F1]

He's such a hoot!!.....gotta love the guy!. A true happy spirit....I imagine he's like this all the time ;-)

[@colindubord4239]

Working at a VW Dealership for a few years, I can really appreciate these old VWs and how brand came to be to now. Great Job Randy! Thank you Jay for your channel!

[@wercakkie]

Ahhh the Ned Flanders of the automotive world! I love this guy!

[@BassForever44]

Good one XD

[@x1prodigy0x]

“And this is a camper bed?” “It does!!!” Love this guy lmao

[@TiaCatR]

What a great version of the VW bus! Randy is so creative and clever with his designs. It was very kind of him to say that there's probably something wrong with the shifter rod when Jay's grinding the gears LOL

[@louk231]

I caught that too...There might be a little truth to that but what you said is what I initially thought too...What a cool guy..

[@scottrichmond3400]

This Randy Grubb guy & his vehicles are AWESOME! Love them all! Especially the DecoLiner

[@leeconstant7261]

I missed randy grubb and his amazing work. The decoliner is still one of my favourite episodes.

[@chuckmiller83]

That mans craftsmanship is absolutely amazing! Such beautiful work.

[@nhaaaPl]

Randy is a mad genius with a contagious enthusiasm for cars. Love him.

[@zwxq3]

I love this guy Randy.. He's so ambitious and humble.

[@sscbkr48]

Love the split windows.. I added a snrf (from a wrecked microbus) to my 1965 VW w/a factory camper package back in '77. With a built engine and dual carbs it was a cool surf camper. A blast to drive and travel in. Biggest sunroof ever for sleeping under the stars! 😁 The kicker.. I paid $485 for the bus and 50 bucks for the snrf back in '77. Sold it for a paltry $2000 because few people wanted them. Now they're worth a fortune. Who woulda thunk.

[@Commentator541]

Randy is a genius! He deserves a museum dedicated to his work.

[@robbiehancox5647]

Love it when Randy brings something to the garage. Its always cool no matter what it is. Would be a hoot to hang out with these two.. Thanks Jay

[@jon623197]

Fantastic, words fail me!!! What a brilliant creation, from plans to build executed perfectly.

[@pinsow55]

Love Randy and Jay together, passion for days

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

_Creepiness for Years._

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

_Randy said, "Mavis" and Jay cringed. I think it's about time to walk "Randy the Cable-Guy" down to River and ask him if he sees the Bunny Rabbits._

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

@Joe Horn *_

[@thefreedomwarrior]

I love this guy. Randy Grub is a true eccentric. Awesome dude.

[@rsvsbg1608]

Cool, that the old bloke is still around! Made me rally happy to see, there are still real men on this planet.

[@chiconian49]

What memories this brought back. I flew up to Anchorage in 1968, then hitch-hiked all over Alaska and back down to California. I rode for several miles with some hippies in a VW bus with the little window near the roof, pop out windshield, and sun roof. Several times half of us would have to get out to decrease the weight so the bus could make it up the hill. We would walk up the hill and get back in the bus. I had a great time.

[@gregh7457]

in the mid 70's i drove a 23 window in nor calif and whenever i passed the hippy hitchhikers on the entrance ramp of the freeway they'de bow to me but i wouldn't pick them up. LOL that may have been you?

[@chiconian49]

@@gregh7457 I caught a ride with a student from Cal Berkley driving a Chevy convertible shortly before entering Canada. I helped him pay for gas. He drove all the way to my parent's house in Chico, CA. If you saw me hitch-hiking, I did not look like a hippy. I looked like a young version of The Marlboro Man, wearing cowboy boots, Levi 501's, Levi denim shirt, and, blue Levi jacket and aviator sun glasses. I got rides from lots of woman and girls on that trip. After the long convertible ride through Canada, Washington, Oregon, and Northern California, I was hooked. I bought my own convertible, a 1965 Falcon Sprint.

[@gregh7457]

@@chiconian49 You were pretty close to me in redding. Did you ever see a guy wearing a planet of the apes mask driving a 23 window bus? that was me

[@chiconian49]

@@gregh7457 No, I'm quite sure I would have remembered that. All my X's are from Redding. I stay clear of that place. LOL

[@edwardpeters4700]

Randy's enthusiasm for automotive art is infectious. I hope his blend of quirkiness and craftsmanship carry on for decades to come.

[@SAXONWARLORD1000AD]

Guy is amazing - full of energy - amazing work - one man operation , would love to watch him work and see his problem solving

[@jaywest4102]

Too bad Jay couldn’t get Randy to come out of his shell and talk.

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

_Randy said, "Mavis" and Jay's Cringe-Level hit Infinity._

[@mooremarriott2841]

jay west Yeah these wallflowers are really hard work

[@gustavoflorio5383]

The guy is just living life!

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

@@gustavoflorio5383 _There's a Time and Place to be a spastic "Golden Retriever" or "What About BoB" and this ain't it._ _Credit for "Golden Retriever" reference goes to "Dig Byck"._

[@garyfoster8880]

All it needs is a oval shaped rear window Make it work 😎

[@benson4u215]

As soon as Randy said he takes priority on safety that made him an instant winner in my book

[@TheAlmightySnobDog]

Always a joy to see Randy on the Garage !

[@MikaelLewisify]

OMG...that is beautiful. So glad to hear that he didn’t cut up a real 23 window.

[@doonksg4738]

I put a 13b rotary in a '75 delivery van years ago. Bolted straight in(with a boss plate) Man it was noisy and quick. Fantastic fun. Then someone decided to steal it. Takes me back to see this conversion. It was a bit of a thing here in Oz in the 90's.

[@OregonGrown]

"That's the beauty, I'm always high" ~ Randy Grubb You are a Legend Mr. Grubb

[@qdood]

Thanks Jay.. isn't it about time for a restoration blog shop update?

[@robertphillips6296]

Yes, please!

[@jerrytee2688]

I was thinking the same thing, when he mentioned Bernard.

[@ClintGrantham]

I love Randy! And that smile on his face ... He loves the van as much or more than anyone.

[@LN997-i8x]

Randy is a lovely guest! What a great guy.

[@ForbinColossus]

Randy at the Barbershop: "Give me the Luke Skywalker 1977 haircut"

[@briantruck2284]

😆🤣

[@qqqqqqqq1407]

22:53 "I'm always high Jay." lol

[@PeaceSTAR253]

"I didnt know he was stoned till I saw him sober."

[@derickdoveglass]

petiyo101 amazing !

[@tezzrterry7485]

He said it, Jay knows him.

[@TigerKurdish]

Such a cool positive guy! Just listening to his enthusiasm makes you happy. 😄

[@bunnythekid]

Aircooled enthuesiasts: You just cant improve on the VW Type 2 Randy Grubb: Hold my brocolli wand

[@subtle7hunder62]

Jay, you get a thumbs up for saying, "Everybody wants a balanced package". You're the best bro.

[@TheGSXRninja]

"Don't have to worry about people stealing it because this day and age people don't know how to drive a stick or use their mirrors. "Lol

[@jasoncarpp7742]

I agree. My first car had a 5spd manual shifting transmission. I wish I still had it.

[@rickb9238]

I love the craftsmanship in Randy’s work. The bus looks fantastic to me and would be fun to drive around in.👍👍

[@pivkaaa]

Jay entertains in his talk show, in his garage - in front of a camera. Randy entertains by building these imaginations :) So these two together are just a blast every time :)

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

_When Jay purchased the "Tank-Car" he didn't see the fine print on the Purchase Agreement that said, "Buyer Agrees to be Randy Grubb's, Bestest Buddy for Life"._ _Yesterday, Jay sighed heavily and his Chin dropped to his chest when "What About BoB" showed up._

[@chefmike4414]

They should have a separate show together were they travel around the country looking for weird car creations. Thumbs up if you agree, maybe we can make it happen 😀

[@pivkaaa]

@@chefmike4414 It would take a whole lot to impress Randy with something :) Maybe a diesel powered tesla would catch his attention for like 2 seconds :d

[@chefmike4414]

@@pivkaaa A diesel Tesla, you're crazy....I like it 😎

[@pivkaaa]

@@chefmike4414 exactly, but for Randy that would be so weak :) His Tesla would be powered by rainbows :)

[@adampimentel9490]

Always been a fan of Randy's work, great craftsmanship.

[@jody024]

When he said he didn't cut up a real 23, my stress level went down. Now i can watch the video in peace. Randy is such a cool dude.

[@thhall459]

this is a really beautiful modification that honors the original design. Bravo! I want one!!

[@jasoncarpp7742]

I also love the enthusiasm Randy Grubb shows towards his projects. :)

[@edwardtupper6374]

Simply gorgeous, well done again Randy and cheers Jay

[@thomasfeighery5356]

Wish I could hear anything over the electric fuel pump whine

[@tedsmart5539]

pump be buggin! typical Grubb

[@Heisenberg2A]

Step one, new fuel pump.

[@Kawiturbo750]

Yes, and what is that hanging underneath in the middle of the bus?

[@Marauder252]

I think it's mostly the placement of the microphone. Didn't see any of the small microphones on their shirts?

[@3ducs]

@@Kawiturbo750 There was mention of radiators under the bus at the start of the vid.

[@grahamstrouse1165]

Randy’s such an ingenious guy. What a talent!

[@moebadderman]

I have driven a mid-Sixties VW Microbus with a zero-to-sixty time in minutes, and Randy's version is immensely better, not to mention more appealing to the eye. The man is a genius.

[@CaptGreyBeard]

I saw this driving through the town in work in, Brookings, Oregon, a few weeks ago, so cool in person with dimensions and proportions that look great

[@FYMASMD]

Pissed off Pete is still one of my favorites. Insane build.

[@Shumi-kr3tc]

I agree

[@docjody8624]

Gotta love that lane-drifting, courtesy of Jay Leno! No blinker light.

[@wayne-oo]

That fuel pump would drive me nuts !!!

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

wayne -O Seriously, I've heard gnarly pumps on like 1000-hp drag cars that weren't that loud, I can't understand why it's so loud. I'd say the build isn't all the way finished, and he's got a cheesy inline pump just Ty-Rapped somewhere uninsulated for now just to make it run.

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

_You'd never notice it with "Randy the Cable Guy" riding along._

[@OllamhDrab]

Eh, to be fair they hadn't road tested before SEMA, that's the kind of thing to drive around and find out about.

[@Johonavich49]

wayne -O yea that whine is annoying. I wouldn’t drive that around.

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

_@ __27:30__ That's eerily the same scene in "What About Bob" when "Dr. Leo Marvin" starts wanting to kill Bob and takes Bob for a ride._

[@100Jeanluc]

I really loved this bus, not sure I'd go for the air stream rear but it still looks great. Wow.

[@benbond3433]

This dude can definitely talk, but MY GOD is he enthusiastic and passionate about his work. Enough people can only dream of career happiness like this.

[@joshuacheek5140]

What a great guy. Wish I had that energy, seriously I feel like I would be able to finish all my builds if I had a good energy boost.

[@jonathanwilliams4348]

Love that guy, he's a funny, lovable genius; a metal artist.

[@chrishamilton624]

Jay I think your series is great, as a mechanic i find it informative and as a car guy i love the cars. Your show has made me decide to make the move out to California. Thanks and keep up the good work

[@Shumi-kr3tc]

Awesome build, love Randy's work. Never disappoints.

[@01AceAlpha]

Whenever I see a classic VW Bus or Bug I can’t help but smile and feel good. Pure magic!😍

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Thanks for the look at automotive creativity and curiosity! Upgrading to a Subaru engine was fine thought. I wish there had been a mention of the transmission on this one (other than it was a 4-speed.) The VW bus strikes me as the precursor to our current SUVs.

[@kstoneace]

I would like to thank you Jay for the many hours of entertainment. I absolutely love your show. I have learned so much from you and your guests. Your steam cars are just fantastic. And I love the super and hyper cars. I have one of the new C8 Corvette’s on order, can’t wait to try it out. Thanks again best show on TV.

[@daytonkoop8534]

what a great van. randy did an amazing job as always.

[@safdarakbari]

I like Randy's positive and lively attitude...he's a good guy

[@thebiggee105]

Great project but these guys made me smile from start to finish. thanks!

[@markrobinson891]

I’ll never forget driving across the country in a ‘57 with all original roof windows and cloth sunroof intact. Overpriced at $350. From the windows up, it was great. The bottom? Not so much. We push started it about 90% of the time. My two boys, now 38 and 43 were trapped in a playpen behind the cockpit. No one would have thought of a baby seat, nor most any other safety concern for that matter. Cruise control, the toolbox on the accelerator pedal. We even traded places with the bus running down the highway. Life threatening even at 40 mph. I wonder what the Randy Grubb version would sell for?

[@toddvanwinkle7777]

I like it, and I enjoy Randy's love for the older VW's!!

[@ZafarSami65]

Randy is so upbeat and happy. A rare quality.

[@redram5150]

Reminds me of a Stout Scarab in back. Neat look

[@z06doc86]

Randy Grubb is a guy I would love to meet and have a long talk with. Creative Genius.

[@justchilling9442]

I was waiting for Scooby doo to appear 🤣

[@reneeking612]

I saw this Van about a month or so ago in Grants Pass, Oregon. I also saw Pissed Off Pete several years ago, Randy let me climb in and check it out. Nice guy,very gifted.

[@lancetti4843]

"Hey maan stop your war machine!" -- I lost it. Only time I've genuinely laughed at a Leno joke.

[@frederickevans4113]

I've rode shotgun in AND driven a friend's '73 camper which was bone stock. Although the HP was meager, it had some torque. I remember one day Wilfred (my friend) was driving and we had stopped at a red light. When the light turned green, the vehicle next to us took off and "treed" us properly. At the next traffic light, when the light turned green, Wilfred put his right foot through the proverbial floor and came off the clutch and we got across the intersection before the vehicle in the next lane (the same one which had treed us at the previous traffic light). We returned the favor! I later drove that '73 camper about 100 miles (160 Km) on the highway and the shifter bushings were gone, so hunting for gears was a thing. But it quite comfortably got up to 55 - 60 MPH (88 - 100 Km/h). I doubt it would have gone much past that speed comfortably, but it got there and cruised at highway speed for most of the trip. For those wondering about the expression "to tree someone" or having been "treed": It starts on the drag strip - drag racing (0 - 60, 1/8 mile, ¼ mile, in a straight line)... The set of lights at the starting line is called a "Christmas tree" and those lights indicate staging, starting, and if either of the drivers "jumps" (as in "jumps the gun" - started before the green light). So, to tree someone is to get out ahead of them when the light turns green. Some details about drag racing and the tree have been glossed over or summarized to keep this FYI from becoming an epistle in and of itself. And, the Defensive Driving Instructor would seriously frown on us flooring it as soon as the traffic light turns green - easy way to get t-boned by a driver on the perpendicular street getting caught late for the yellow. Don't try this at home.

[@GMCOGRE]

man, im 60 and grew up around drag racing and even had a '67 chevelle bracket racer in the 80's and never heard the term "treed".

[@seanclark8452]

Jay needs a tie dye denim shirt for this one.

[@harryballzack]

Your NameHere 😂that would’ve been hilarious

[@bunnythekid]

Are those even legal?

[@JasonSmith-rq6sj]

Yes he does. Ill give him one. Send me the address.

[@nigelcarruthers7301]

Jay without a denim shirt?!?!?! You speak blasphemy, sir!

[@Lgebbs28]

I love this guy. You can see his passion. Randy Grubb is the man!

[@jaydub5515]

Wow... I had no idea they made 21 and 23 window kits... That's awesome. I'd love to restomod my Dad's old '69 with a canopy top and safari front windows.

[@SUBDUB67]

theBigMan ofAK a 69 is a bay window so Safaris won’t work, unless it’s a Brazilian spilt screen.

[@willythewave]

It`s always good to see what Randy comes up with. He does amazing work.

[@hTyKn1]

9:50 "swing around the back to get his load out" I bet that many a young hippie has done that ;)

[@stanleyhipkiss4690]

This is the best thing ive ever seen i cherish the splittys usually id hate someone cutting it up but this guy truly is a genius

[@rcncableguy]

You're awesome Jay. Still diggin' and changin' gears. This was almost like hanging out back at the garage with fun mechanics. Something many mechanics don't get credit for when dealing with all the aggravating greasy bleeding knuckles of mysterious puzzles to fix daily is having a silly sense of humor. Growing up is optional.

[@Donderi]

I love Randy. Life is his canvas. May we all take inspiration from his work, his work ethic, and his enthusiasm. He who works with his hands is a laborer. He who works with his hands and his head is a craftsman. He who works with his hands and his head and his heart is an artist. .

[@sc0tte1-416]

I love this guy. Probably the most eccentric person I've seen on the show lol.

[@mattberg6816]

sc0tte416 I love how when you have money you qualify as eccentric not just crazy

[@quietguy1948]

Love this fella... creative, artistic and a load of fun.

[@SwampGas703]

dood Randy looks hella baked ; )

[@cheif10thumbs]

Trust me he ALWAYS looks like that! Real nice guy.

[@verdict1163]

His eyes just look like that

[@scottjepson193]

I noticed that right away!

[@MrSapper21]

22:56 confirmed.

[@f1pace]

He is Def. Puff-Master ~ !

[@jeffreyhurst9552]

I had a 1959 rusty VW bus. They had 36 hp in stock form, nowhere near the 60 hp thrown out “off the cuff” near the beginning of the video. Incredible vehicle and an incredible builder/artist.