RATS Destroyed SO MUCH MORE Of My CHEAP Corvette *This Is Gonna Be Expensive*

[@marktilley388]

Just read this in a old corvette forum. You may try this and see if it helps "2. Grounding issues with the RFA The very first thing is charge the battery. Make sure it is FULLY CHARGED! The C5s are notoriously sensitive to weak battery voltage and can throw out a host of “odd” problems because of it. Next , check chassis G-104/108 in the battery compartment. Follow the small negative battery cable down to the chassis ground stud. G-104/108. That is the PCM and RFA ground. Remove the ground eyelet from the stud and clean it with a wire brush."

[@Bicketybam68]

The rats were ahead of their time and they were just trying to make it the first "wireless" vette... /I'll see myself out.

[@CheezeCracker]

M539 Restorations, Streten found wireless feature on a 88 BMW 7 series. So zee Germans were truly ahead of their time with self disintegrating plastics.

[@jamesmedina2062]

@@CheezeCracker 🤣

[@trvman1]

Chevy dealer, "You want us to program 4 tire sensors? That will be $400.00. It takes about 1 hour for each tire" :)

[@bg365]

😂

[@kc0lif]

I'm glad you saved that corvette. i mean if people can't maintain their car least sell it before gets ruined i don't understand people. at least jr and hoovie respect cars.

[@pops55650]

I want to see how that clear repair turns out

[@billcunningham8485]

Is it okay that at 17 seconds into the video I spotted The Fractured Roosters Bronco and instantly thought “Yes! New content from Josh!” Then I was bummed when you broke the news that that part of the video was shot the first week of June.

[@christopherwinfrey7758]

JR: "This Corvette-only socket is unobtainium right now." Every WatchJRGo Subscriber: "Umm...there's none in salvage yards?"

[@phatstacticool1710]

Please do a really in-depth tutorial on the top instal! I have a 98 that needs a top but I can’t find a good video showing how. I have been really waiting to see you do it!

[@josephdougherty2399]

I used to work part time in an upholstery shop for a friend that owned it ... Trust me.. talk around your area and have a pro do it ...they can be tricky ...not bubba with the Camaro up on blocks in his 12" tall grass

[@endall39]

You’ve gotta love that Vette at this point. No longer matters what the economics are. Just deserves to be right! Thee must be salvage parts available nearby, right?

[@Cooperdonny325]

Been wondering where the Vette has been! Glad to see it again!

[@upsidedowndog1256]

TPMS sensors were a stupid idea in the first place. If you can't tell by driving that a tire is low on pressure or you neglect a "preflight" inspection to see them, maybe you should just ride a skateboard! I have found that Battery Tender chargers fail at an incredible rate. Like 68% don't do anything at all. Buy an old fashioned roll around charger if you need results. A 28 volt version is best, a short blast on the 28v setting can knock the sulfates off of the plates in 12 volt battery, very likely to save ones like in the old Camaro.

[@2006gtobob]

In today's crazy world, seemingly everyday items aren't available, let alone parts for an old car, hard to believe a C5 is old. My wife orders a lot online and, when possible, specifies anyone but the USPS to make deliveries. I hope your convertible top isn't shipped by the USPS. This car is one heck of a project and it'll be great to see it finished and completed!

[@windronner1]

I’m really looking forward to face lift. New top, fix color and repair clear coat. One sweet ride.

[@rumplestilskin5776]

We need to talk about your TPS reports.

[@willr7169]

You know that TPS report needs a cover sheet, Doug!

[@wernerdanler2742]

I thought you were gonna do something with the clearcoat. I was waiting for that. That top doesn't look very bad to me. I don't see any holes in it.

[@jamesmedina2062]

yup. top looks good!

[@jimmccormick6091]

The top is NASTY

[@Hotlog69]

I'm sure he bought the clear coat around when he ordered the top. Probably gonna do both at that time. Since he'll have the top removed and it'll make is easier.

[@ajw828]

Ughhh what a bummer - hope the parts get in soon! Want to see this monster ripping around!

[@TheDragonDelasangre]

Every single part I have needed for my 1970 Chevelle has been in stock!

[@316Autos]

Looks like you're following the same road I did. A LOT of parts for the 97-00 C5 are unobtainium. As for the top, I just had the exact same issue with a vinyl top for an 84 Buick I am working on. Took them three months to get it to me, AND sent me the wrong one.

[@decafam3410]

looks good - only I can't unsee that horrible under-hood insulation - remove???

[@robertp5067]

I ordered interior panels on 2/13 and they still haven't been shipped. Another site I paid for a dash pad and got no emails or confirmation or receipt. 3 months later I filed with the credit card company and got my money back.

[@Fishfilet20]

Random... But I remember you saying that one day you would review the ubiquiti security system. Looked super cool to me. Not sure if I missed that video but would love to see how you keep the shop secure. Love the content!

[@glassvial]

That 33 at the end is gorgeous 😍 For those with short attention spans that don't watch your entire video(s), they're missing out.

[@blake8297]

Ive had that exact same battery tender for many years now, works perfect! One battery its keeping topped off is over 9 years old.

[@kevinmcclure7551]

Backup light socket, Napa ECH LS6507, takes a 2057 bulb, there’s 73 of them in the system, might give them a shout

[@BigEsTruckstop]

I’m currently rebuilding a 2001 Z06. I ordered headers back in December of 2020 and they just showed up a few weeks ago.

[@nickhannaford3253]

Doesn’t surprise me with the parts issues. Great to see the Corvette..👍😎

[@juliobello4561]

One time I was changing the whole left side light housing out of my Camry and when I had to remove front bumper I found dead rat . I was checking around if he chew or did anything but no I’m glad 😮‍💨

[@240greyhawke]

Seriously keeping track of these videos on the C5, because once my C4 gets done, I’m looking to sell it, so that I can buy a C5. Your videos are extremely helpful and what to look for, and some of the dues and downs of buying a C5. Just got new wheels for the C4, and they are C-5 wheels. Should have them mounted on the car by middle of next week. Parts are so hard to come by right now, then it’s not even funny. Everybody is short on everything.

[@michaeltutty1540]

The old girl is looking good. I am surprised at the reverse lamps needing dual filament 1157 bulbs. They are normally a single filament 1156. Any car I have owned that took either bulb used the standard socket. They were not manufacturer specific. I got sockets for both kinds off the shelf in Canadian Tire for under $10 each. Parts for my 30 year old Volvo are easier to get.

[@kevinstarrider1258]

My 90 model Camaro had a dummy vent box on the front passenger side just like your Corvette I put a pipe in the middle and connected them looks like yours already got a pipe that connects the two

[@Jason_Shelby77]

I’ve had parts ordered for my Jeep since the 4th of June, still no eta on arrival!!!

[@editorjuno]

In -- some, not sure if there are exceptions -- older vehicles with mechanical speedometers, cruise control requires the speedometer to be working properly.

[@shawnm7638]

You cant use that style tpms sensor in that year corvette. You need to get the gm units and cycle thru the tire training with a magnet. I work at a tire store, just went thru this a few weeks ago on a customers car.

[@docgiggles130]

If it's just the dash speedo that is bad but the computer is reading it fine, you can get a Heads Up Display that plugs into the OBD port (around $40 online.) Then your speed is showing on the bottom of your windshield

[@zoraaduntov2290]

Contemporary corvettes salvage yard. Bristol, Pennsylvania. Every part you need for the C5

[@FDMedic78]

So, can we call this a Rat Rod Vette now?

[@WatchJRGo]

Ratvette 😂

[@TakuroSpirit77]

I know that parts feeling. Ordered some Mopar stuff back in April that just came in this week. And parts for a 2012 Ram truck? Discontinued. Can't get them anywhere new.

[@talk2kev]

What about the clear coat touch up.I have a 04 car I would like to touch up. I know it will not be perfect but will look ok at a distance. Right now it looks terrible so anything would help. Please share what you found out. Thanks

[@DirtyMason133]

Weird seeing the floor pre epoxy.

[@pops55650]

The other part of his building

[@mmavcanuck]

@@pops55650 incorrect. He goes to the other side later in the video, but the first part of the video is pre-epoxy main shop

[@crownhic6827]

Can’t wait to see more C5 videos!

[@codya8684]

That rock bouncer/crawler jeep looks like itd be a blast to mess with

[@benvolio28]

When are we going to get more 67 Camaro content? We've heard about the 5k (or whatever) of body panels and interior for it.

[@mmonkeyman1403]

Probably the same time we get rolls royce content

[@stevesnvegas9040]

That's the one project he has that I really want to see finished.

[@charleshenshaw9099]

Thats what happens to project when he's not capable of finishing it. It just sets forever. Lol

[@mmonkeyman1403]

@@charleshenshaw9099 I think his channel is just mostly stagnant so he has to do things that might attract new viewers rather than the other stuff. I want to see them completed as well, but I guess his time is better spent on other things.

[@Paopolomololl]

Damn you are a crybaby!! This guy gives us a video every single day!! Go help him if you want perfection mr gringo!

[@nekoashide]

If you have driven a lot you learn to feel the speed of the vehicle, I have an old mazda protégé 5sp that had no speedo. I learned to calculate the speed based upon gear and tach.

[@brandonneighbor2546]

pLEASE MAKE one of your great videos when replaceng the top ,, I need to do that on my C5 and trying to decide if I can tackle it myself

[@garys9694]

How did the floor's paint job handle the coupe's burnout?

[@DragPakMerc]

Try hitting the dead batteries with a full power charger for an hour or so, then switch to the slow charger. Doesn't always work, but I've brought back several batteries that wouldn't accept a trickle charge that way.

[@uraniumcranium]

When was this video shot? The Nissan Cube and the Audi 6 are still in the background.

[@WatchJRGo]

June 2nd, the day after I ordered these parts 😳

[@nomad74777]

Finally a corvette video. Time to watch your stuff.

[@ObsessedAuto]

That trickle charger started a whole ball rolling! 😂😎

[@sylvainleseur1072]

Thanks

[@snowyowl7042]

Congrats on the roof pay off. Now that vette is a Rat rod 😅 Hey that Bronco looks familiar 🤔

[@JimFlanagan4206]

Have you thought about using parts from a pull your own part yard? Not sure how many Corvettes end up there, but might be worth a try.

[@RazoE]

If John took up archery he'd be known as WatchJRBow

[@josephdougherty2399]

If Jon was gay..... Nevermind....

[@darnellc7276]

@@josephdougherty2399 🤣🤣🤣

[@kc0lif]

it's jr not jon

[@trionic5]

If he sold his body he'd be watchjrhoe

[@josephdougherty2399]

if he ever bought a 1980 AMC matador with 6 cylinder... Watch JR Slow

[@shirmworm]

Have you corrected the "Column Lock" and Turn/Off the key - Wait 10 Sec" issue?? It's a LMC5 module - from LMC5 - notorious issue on C'5s - Best!!!

[@sherribeach4160]

JR, how do you fix the clear coat on the Corvette and who is doing it?

[@jeesmith99]

Saturday night new video. Good times.

[@WatchJRGo]

Now that it's up I can go ride motorcycles! 🏍

[@billbaer6283]

Here in Az. we have rattle snakes to get rid of rats

[@josephatkins6581]

Thanks for your show

[@jeremyTallen1]

👍 for paying off the roof

[@C5Cse7en]

Enjoy the vette content,. Has the latest rat infestation happened in your shop or was that from the barn that it came from? If it is new you might get a shop cat - they will literally kill anything and everything. That Hooker exhaust sounds really good btw! Hope there is more vette content coming...

[@WatchJRGo]

The rats were from before, no issues here 🍻

[@PrincessTS01]

pick your part pull your parts the only way to go for unobtainium

[@mikem2055]

Thats a cool tool, MaxiTPMS! I shall check them out!

[@rileyw8258]

Sounds like me trying to get my muffler. I ordered it q week ago and not even being shipped for another two weeks then another week for shipping for a muffler for a 13' ram!

[@Moparjudd]

Hi I’m just asking if your having to replace a bunch of lights why not go led ?

[@apb1236]

C6 wheels look great on the C5

[@jamcdona]

Used parts from Ebay weren't mentioned! I've had to resort to Ebay for stuff myself.

[@edwardannable5468]

JR you can get some here in Canada from a place called standard auto parts used car parts give it a shot I got some last month for my 2001 vette

[@aerosmithtour1961]

With all the bad luck you've been having good to see you paid off roof.

[@ksteak27]

RataVette... where you at, Scott? :)

[@janineloftin2151]

Yeah man, parts are extremely hard to find. I am having my engine rebuilt and I had to order some parts from Germany, could not find them in the U.S. A lot of the manufacturing plants closed down when covid hit and have not opened back up. The supply of parts is very, very low at the present time. 🤔

[@generatorjohn4537]

Even before Covid most companies operate their supply stock with "just in time inventories". They try to keep inventory down to a minimum due to property taxes on that inventory. Good luck with your project.

[@rpavlik1]

Can't you get some of these sockets and harnesses and stuff from a junkyard?

[@xnadave]

In my (questionable) experience, the RF receiver sucks more juice than anything else when the car is off. (One notable exception being the infotainment / RDO circuit on my wife's Escalade.) Having that disconnected or missing likely contributed to the battery lasting so long. Cars really need a "I'm not gonna drive this thing for a few months" switch. (Because I'm too lazy to disconnect the battery.)

[@misterfeedback202]

RATMOBL potential personalized plate.

[@AndrewSmith-rf6gs]

I can get you some pigtails for the reverse lights. I own a salvage yard and we have a few c5’s.

[@MrTimdtoolman1]

Why have you not done a video on the 33? That is a sweet ride.

[@martinmcdoniel4551]

What TPMS programming tool is that? Ive been looking for one for home. I hate when my sensors fall out of program and I hate going to Tire Discounters for re programming!

[@nlemonj]

I went back in the video and saw the model. It's an Autel MaxiTPMS TS508 and is $279 on Amazon now that I've looked there.

[@martinmcdoniel4551]

@@nlemonj TY Sir Much Appreciated the time you took to do that

[@nlemonj]

@@martinmcdoniel4551 you're welcome!

[@blazinhot6873]

You're killin me JR. I've been waiting all summer for you to show me how to do clear coat in the garage.

[@jamesmedina2062]

JR has locked horns with a rat army. Stay tuned for more.

[@theburnoutbox9736]

This part supply is starting to become a pain… I wish you luck

[@DeepSouthTechie]

I just had to repair two pex water lines under my house crawl space, they were chewed through by rats. Never had that happen before, those things are a disaster waiting to happen.

[@Fastcar5000]

Insert rat rod joke here. Also I was wondering why you wouldn't grab salvage parts at least until the new parts come in. I appreciate you addressing that.

[@bennetfox]

Does Painless performance not make a replacement wiring harness for that Corvette?

[@Jdikmen]

My 2001 C5 has been my only car for the past 20+ years - looks and runs like new. It is a crime that I can no longer get hardly any parts for it now! Would have better luck finding a part for a 1953 Corvette.

[@taunuslunatic404]

Not even aftermarket?

[@16driver16]

I sat waiting for my ktm performance comfort seat so long I canceled my order. Backorders are ridiculous these days, if they could just tell me how long even if it was months I'd have waited

[@eric-yp8wo]

Any updates on this build?

[@TheRealPatwowo]

We need a walk around of that 33 !

[@philiprizek6384]

Taco grande is awesome we there's one in Concordia and the Sancho is the bomb

[@h.v.g7882]

Tip, The corvette Ben KZbinr. Awesome guy. Does almost everything with Corvettes. Maybe he Have parts

[@mikeletry4468]

1999-2000 have specific and rare TPMS that are far more expensive than other years. Many parts for those two years you cant get or repair anymore.

[@drakeorion94]

What's the deal with the factory 5 33'?

[@Big_M_T]

Does anybody else look at JR’s t-shirt to anticipate the outro? Maybe it’s just me 😜

[@Foodadventuresnewfoundland]

Try Northern Corvette in Canada for parts.

[@ericnorman2456]

Did the parts get in for the green Corvette?

[@ryanjoe1977]

looking good

[@bassman1519]

I like the channel. One point just being picky you say 5000 vette true. but it would be nice sometimes to know how much you are putting into all the parts you are buying. not even counting labor. some of us can't or don't have the time to do it ourselves. it would great to have a turn key price.

[@sethswanson3469]

What’s up JR? Loving the videos!

[@dalecain1158]

RATS! I was hoping to see the Corvette finished!

[@themikeyfrisco]

I see you still have the Capri.. 🤔

[@mmavcanuck]

Huh. I totally forgot about this car, and I’ve quite enjoyed the rest of the series. You work too hard JR ;)

[@rpavlik1]

Everybody loves a Corvette.

[@chrisnorton2837]

Love the Ratvette. 👍

[@jimmccormick6091]

Glad to hear the roof got paid off... I'll bet you are glad you don't have THAT hanging over your head! (ooo... bad pun)