Restoring Dodge Diesel pickup. START TO FINISH (must watch)

[@joedeen1807]

I’m glad the algorithm put this video in my recommended section

[@TheWolvirine25]

Same

[@erwingfc2360]

Agreed with you there

[@gwbaker8449]

I’m into Chevys and a bit of dodge. But that 2nd gen looks like it rolled off the assembly line. You did a good job with that truck man.

[@covenanderson5123]

Same here I love my chevys but that is a good lookin dodge

[@laurahoefling6062]

But at least it starts

[@laurahoefling6062]

I’m in to Chevy’s to but Laramie is a pease of crap.

[@hauptfachhauptfach6202]

That’s not a second gen

[@trevormcclung740]

@@hauptfachhauptfach6202 how soo

[@mudmowercentral1999]

I'm more of a ford guy but a manual 12 valve Cummins any year is worth saving in my book

[@spencermills32]

I’m also a ford guy but I’d always buy a old 12 valve Cummins and put a 5 inch straight pipe on it

[@cd1168]

Too bad fords suck

[@matthewfuson8349]

@@cd1168 why you gotta hate, let people like what they want. It’s all about preference

[@chetburton5528]

You did a Hell of a job. They couldn't keep them things on the the showroom floor if they still built them like that. I really enjoyed watching you bring it back to life.

[@Wreckerrick201]

Awesome. My mom bought a 99 24v brand new, extended cab, long bed. She passed 2 years later in 2001 from breast cancer and I ended up having to sell her truck as the estate required it. Same color. Absolutely loved it. I wish I could find it. I’d buy it in a heartbeat... great rebuild!

[@curtismcintyre9284]

There's a special place in my heart for 2nd gen 12 valves. Because of people like you these ol beauties can stay on the road. Keep up the good work ol son.

[@codybrucker6337]

I'll say this you have that completely right brother

[@johnafton7709]

Man that truck makes me want to rebuild my old Dodge ram even more. Love that green you chose.

[@williamloveday3728]

Took me entirely too long to realize the intro was just one dude lol

[@ucleanservices7869]

At the beginning of vid and you got me interested lol

[@lance_WatchThis1]

Are we watching the same video those are obviously different people clothes and everything

[@kowiz920]

Lord bless you then

[@torqueranch4396]

This makes me miss my 97. Shouldn’t have sold that one. I love these dodges. You can beat the crap out of them and they won’t die.

[@ryadhasanahmed5443]

When things were built to last, now they keep breaking down so you're forced to keep replacing them every 3 years

[@bobington4938]

Amen

[@ryanmartin4038]

Still have my ‘97. 280k miles on a 5.2 with nothing but routine maintenance. Only casualty over the years? My dash. Lol.

[@sgtspooktaylor9552]

They do have massive transmission problems tho. My 98 dodge dakota V6 3.9L was an automatic and the previous owner was the original owner and he told me it had been rebuilt then replaced then rebuilt then rebuilt again. It had 180k when i got rid of it and it was actually slipping when i sold it. I mean overall i loved it, it was a nice truck. But even on marketplace i saw someone with a 97 ram 1500 with if memory is right had about 230k. Yes thats alot of miles but the thing was is it was a manual transmission and he said he replaced it a few thousand miles ago. I was shocked about that as ive actually never heard of a manual tranny go out.

[@neamad69]

And now they’re built like shit, electrical problems up the ass like you wouldn’t believe

[@kylemartin2594]

Makes my heart feel good seing a young man do what I've always done..fix it yourself..ill subscribe!

[@cole1407]

For sure im 19 turn 20 in 3 days but ive been working on old 1st, 2nd and 3rd gens since i was 16 I do all my oil changes, body work and repair and we make custom straight pipes that are tig welded completely too.

[@thesaltyorange2800]

I’ve always been a ford guy, but I love these dodges so much too!

[@brevinainslie6357]

This was a great time period for pickups, before they became fashion statements. All 3 had great trucks!

[@chasejohnson1282]

Same here

[@jaredjenkins97]

Man just keep doing what your doing. I love these old 12 valves. I'm getting ready to restore my 94 3500 dually and you give me plenty of ideas and tips evertime I watch one of your videos. Haters are always gonna hate and it's probably because they don't own one cause if they did they wouldn't be haters. Keep it up man.

[@wetplanet268]

i think all motorheads have multiple personalities when doing projects like that.

[@a.ortega4505]

Yeah it's like yeah u love the truck but once u start sometimes you start to question if u bit of more than you could chew .

[@GHOST399_]

@@a.ortega4505But it's all worth it in the end.

[@loganlarson58]

I’ve been trying to upgrade my truck for the longest time. It’s crazy to see how much you can do to this truck. It’s beautiful

[@pitts3219]

Keep bringing them back to life. And love how you had alot of the parts. Hook your girl friend up with her!Job well done.

[@VBELTandSON]

🤔😉

[@agent_smith...]

I love restoration videos like this. With the prices of trucks these days I foresee a lot of people going this route to restore an older truck than overspend on the same vehicle but new year model only to have it break down because they are now designed that way. I bought a 2014 Ram 1500 in near perfect condition just this year for what I consider a good price. Its the outdoorsman model with all the bells and whistles and most importantly paid off.

[@Bushy556]

Man. I wish had had the skills y’all have to do something like that. I’m sooooo jealous. Beautiful truck.

[@69BOSS429]

Seeing this gives me motivation to get my 97 done, keep it up man.

[@jaybirdls1]

LOL I forgot about the multiple Sams montage! 🤣 “Would ya just look at it?!”

[@johnbussell8279]

Best rebuild I’ve seen. None of that bs led lights, black letters, etc teenagers do to trucks. Nice truck 👍

[@carlosmed]

From Guatemala: what an amazing job! Congrats. I have my father’s ‘88 Toyota Pickup waiting for the perfect time to restore. This video is very educational

[@user-oq7sk3qf3n]

Did you restore it?

[@OffRoadRunner94]

The ole girl definitely turned out great. Glad to see another dodge brought back to life. Seeing this series on the truck really makes me want to finally get that 5.9 magnum and 46re out of my truck and get that tried and true 5.9 Cummins and nv4500 swapped. Keep up the great work Sam love watching your videos.

[@landofold669]

I got a good 4500 and t case if you ever decide to do it!

[@londonwatson7342]

Did I search for this? No Did I watch it from start to end? Yes

[@bradenkylegreen]

Love the truck man I’m a big fan of these 2nd gens love the videos I know Im commenting about in 2023 but this was a good video

[@VBELTandSON]

I appreciate it thank you!

[@bradenkylegreen]

@@VBELTandSON no problem

[@keishagibbs3195]

I'm so glad you saved this truck. So much love went into the restoration.

[@troywilliams159]

Always liked the metallic green. Ended up with a 95 v10 in red.

[@obs.takuache9405]

Pr4 Red?

[@colton7373]

Puro Takuache cuh the color

[@kyledeveau1027]

Should do a shout out with Westin when he gets the cummins mustang done

[@tremaynejames6154]

Nice Dodge 👍

[@christophershekell4836]

NICE TRUCK I HAVE 2 98 SST AND 2001 4X4 BOTH WITH 5.9 MAGNUM GAS MOTORS LOVED ALL YOUR UPGRADES KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.WAITING ON YOUR NEXT VIDEO...

[@coorsman1962]

When dodge came out with the cummins I test drove 1 loved it It was a 1996 model I think I finally. Bought a 2001 xlt extended cab Auto white black trim it came from South Carolina it ended up in ohio A car loan had it and I saw it it had 200,012 miles they wanted 14,000 For it I got them down to 12000 It lasted 6000 miles then the trainy Blew 47re I had it rebuilt for $4000 With a Suncoast triple disc torque Converter good truck the only thing Scary thing is it as a Cummins 53 block I herd of the block crack Issues I baby it let it warm up before driving the old girl if it does crack I'll get a 12 valve.

[@claytonsiegrist3185]

Truck looks good. That is one of the best truck motor combinations dodge ever made nice to see that you took the time to rebuild it and keep it on the road

[@SirKrux]

Phenomenal, so jealous that you have the knowledge and ability to do a project like this. The 12 valve turned out beautiful, wasn't too sure of the color but after seeing the finished project it wasn't too bad.

[@clorox2287]

Honestly love vids like this. Because it shows that even the most beat up trucks can come back from the dead

[@tcop30]

Who builds a truck from parts they have around the house, This guy does.

[@ibooogeymani9380]

This guy was able to build this truck in a garage!... With a box of scraps!

[@brandonbennett7865]

@@ibooogeymani9380 did you purposely reference the first Iron Man movie?

[@gonzo6.235]

1:37 every Cummins owner on Facebook marketplace

[@isaiahbrown567]

Gonzo 6.2 facts

[@TheGhjgjgjgjgjg]

This and f'kn tacoma's

[@J.BaxGeronimo]

The time lapse and tear down was incredible nice job man.

[@jabberjaw7416]

I am 79 years old and live in Conn. I have a 2002 2nd gen. Dodge with 5.9 V8. I bought it new mainly because I loved the 2nd gen. style. Love to watch video’s like this one as my Dodge is getting where it needs done work due to rust. Great to see you turn an apparent junker into better than new!

[@stevesetzer4308]

Great build, enjoyed watching the change to a true “project”.

[@ZachLo51]

Love the truck man. Makes me miss my 12V even more 😭

[@LoneWolf-cf5tp]

The Hell with the toolbox, I want to win that truck. Lmao 😂

[@tylerblack9518]

Lone Wolf fact

[@chrisrenick7385]

This was great to see. I just brought home the identical truck that my grandpa has had since new. Can’t wait for her to look that good!

[@shawnkulczyk4935]

That is so awesome. I inherited my grandpa's 96 he bought new. 180,000 miles. Not a dent in it. My dad and me been working on it since April 2022, getting closer everyday. I hope we can figure out how to do a video half as good as this. Everything in this video is so familiar. Looks just like all our pictures. Can't wait to get it done. Sanding paint off right now. We have the original box but grandpa put a flatbed on so I kind of like that for now. We are running 5 inch stacks : )

[@mr.lowslow7702]

What a tremendous job. Truck looks absolutely amazing. Absolutely tremendous.

[@PO-pr7fu]

Have the same exact truck, Trying to rebuild mine just like yours. Sweet Build Man!!

[@mattl9424]

Loving the channel Sam! With all this inside time lately, I've been watching some serious hours on the channel and you've convinced me to give my '01 Reg cab a midlife overhaul. My pointers get right fired up barking whenever they see Boon on the flatscreen too 😂

[@jaharo4527]

I just found your video while surfing in KZbin looking for these generation Rams, love them!! Your video is really inspirational, letting us see that even a junk car can be brought to live with patience, skills and some money.

[@VBELTandSON]

Thank you This was actually an easy build compared to what I did after this one

[@AirohThird]

What a amazing project! I loved the whole project and even more the result. You just built a perfect daily.

[@bradleymuth1669]

Since I was like 10 I figured that a second gen cummins was my dream truck and it’s awesome you could do that, the truck looks great?👌👌

[@mylesh2329]

Todd MUTH bro I’m 16 and I’ve had the same dream for as long as I can remember

[@4kendall4]

Nice ute, Trying to find a cummins second gen in Australia is proving quite difficult.

[@Mmartinez4774]

Hell yea. I'm a year late but I'm working on a dodge 1500 single cab. Going to try to restore it. Your video is helpful and a way for me to start on my project. Thank and keep them up.

[@HoboJoeGarage]

Holy hell that truck came out great!! Can’t find second gens where I live that aren’t all rot boxes.

[@t335er7]

Hell Yeah Brother, I like everthing about it.Name her Meatloaf because its all leftovers in one clump . 👍😂

[@kamikazekunze]

No that is a badass truck. .......... Just wish you would have tapped that bed dent out while it was under pressure.

[@DMACHOLMAN]

Sorry I didn't read the title of the video . I didn't look closely eather . I thought you guy's were doing what I see to much of some guy destroying a good Dodge truck . I watched your video and to my surprise you were restoring it . Thank you.

[@mikestrucks]

Wow this Truck looks so good 😍 Holy cow Sam ! You did an amazing job 👌🏻 👏🏻now I want a regular cab again 😅

[@damondegrave1346]

Love the truck man, I really appreciate seeing that people are still trying to revive some of the old dodges, keep up the good work and I hope you have a good day

[@lukeholloway6389]

Interested to see what headlights you used and how you like them, trying to decide what to go with on my 96 at the moment.

[@tylerconley8893]

Hey man, its all about restoring the past. Nothing brings me back like watching you bring this baby back to life. Great job and way to go.

[@jasondoerksen5158]

Damn I am jealous of you!! I would trade my 2019 for one of those of the wife would let me. GOOD JOB!!

[@cowboyranchlife9370]

I know this is an exaggeration but it looks like a million bucks

[@williamgreen4757]

How does your dad feel about having more than one of you, get him on the record?

[@paulhusar6575]

Looks good and y'all did a good bringing the old girl back to life.

[@mr.nobody7771]

So glad I came across this video, such a beautiful build and I really appreciated seeing a once beautiful truck, being brought back to life

[@mitchmoran8656]

How about when I win the giveaway you give me the truck😂 Looks great!

[@mikestrucks]

First hey 👋🏻

[@kirkandrade4052]

hey buddy, good for you! I started out to restore my 1990 short bed D150 4x4, but the cab /body was so rough, I ended up buying an arrow straight 88 and am now swapping entire drive train from the 90 to the 88(including both axles and diffs.WHEW!!} also robbed elect. leather seats and tilt steering wheel out of a Chrysler "Fifth Avenue"/ I"m in way over my head, no building, Just doing it in the field.... BUT watching your build was inspiring and has put helium of hope back in my balloon! I've got a long road in front of me, but like you, I'll never sell it, It's a family member. I'll send you a pic. when It's done. thanks for the Inspiration!. GOOD JOB ON YOUR BUILD!

[@smac8393]

Hell ya brother! Just bought a 97 2500 cummins 4x4. Harvesting off my 2000 1500 even the seats from the 2000 to the 97, just gotta take the "bump in front" with the seat. Good call when the driver door works you got a gem baby! Thanks for the motivational video.

[@farminginuticaoh203]

You just can’t beat them old trucks they get a little touch up and they look awesome you did a great job man I appreciate all the hard work you put into these videos because they’re awesome . Thanks Man

[@MrBeauDrums]

Was just gifted a ‘95 3500. Don’t have nearly the mechanical ability y’all do but I’m about to start a resto on it as well so that I have a dedicated rig for my camper. Thanks for the encouragement/inspiration lol

[@jonathanglanville7953]

Man, I'm glad I stumbled onto this channel; every once n awhile the internet makes me smile. My dad had a 1st gen w350 5 speed that he used to tow his drag car with (64 Polara with a hemi.) I learned how to drive a stick on that truck and how to back a trailer, your 1st gen content brings back some memories! Fast forward a few years and I bought myself a 95 2500 from a local dentist who towed a travel trailer. Between him and the original owner they have most receipts dating back to 95 when Dodge first warrantied the track bar! She's a little rough right now but I'm having a ball working on it. I have a small tree service business I do on the side so this channel really has everything I could hope for 😂

[@kirbykhyrbs7980]

That truck fits really well where I came,PROVINCE OF BENGUET-BAGUIO CITY,HALSEMA HIGHWAY that beast can be well used by hauling tons of vegetables mainly potatoes,carrots,tomatoes and cabbages.Thumbs up to you Pal for restoring that handsome pick-up.

[@alkaabneh..]

Good job 👍 I was working in junkyard before and i have background about this work it's good feeling when you finish the restoration of any car specially the pickup truck.. i used to restore landcruise pickup's... i enjoy in the middle of work but the finish is another feeling... good for you boys and good luck... ❤️❤️

[@ccorbett3492]

Got the same truck , except automatic 117k miles BEST truck I've ever owned. Great video

[@russelldavis3717]

Love what you did. I have a 98 that im doing the same thing to. Mine needed a new dash. You give me inspiration to get back after it. Thankyou.

[@mollymahoney4995]

Hey man I love the truck y’all did such a great job I love watching y’all’s videos

[@ericvortecmax]

I have a duramax and I’m a diehard Chevy guy. But man I love those manual transmission Cummins trucks. You did a great job resurrecting that truck. It deserved to be brought back to life. Keep up the good work brother!

[@rebel_gamer90yt40]

I'm a diehard dodge fan and to see this restoration makes me want to start work on mine soon if ur curious I have a 94 ram 1500 I wanna completely redo. Thank yall for such a good video

[@pakkelly]

Reborn emerald jewel! In 2020 you wanted 50,000. Now you have 135,000. Wow! Nice work.✔

[@cearabostick9315]

My husband loves what this guy dose he watches all his videos lol . He has a 2001 Cummins that is in bad shape that he’s been trying to fix up which Is hard for him to do with all the kids an the money it cost . we have a lot of memories in that truck bringing our kids home from the hospital after being born which is why I think he will never get rid of it ! Vbelts vids are a big help to him .

[@VBELTandSON]

That’s awesome! Hope he slowly but surely gets the dodge fixed up! Thank you for the story and thank you for watching!

[@brandonbennett7865]

I used to be a Ford guy but I bought a 98 yesterday and I am now a dodge person. I love the truck more than the 97 Jetta I had. When I get the money to redo my truck, I would love to have your help since I am newer to cars but especially new to trucks. Great lookin truck dude, this just proves that you can do just about anything you put your mind to.

[@hulking1209]

Never owned a 12v, but my 02 24v is a beast. I love every bit of it. After seeing this I will paint it now.

[@bogsy3407]

My son and I love the video about the Ram. He's 9yrs old and deeply obsessed with ram trucks. When we saw the video, he was stoked! Immediately subscribed and liked the video and now save in favorite. Good job and god bless! Greetings from Wisconsin. :)

[@randysmith9636]

This just popped up in my videos. For the record it is 5/12/23 and you now have 121k subscribers Love the truck, she is a beauty.

[@VBELTandSON]

Thank you!!

[@CommandoLAX]

I love that truck! A recent misfortune killed my 1500 with the 5.7, and I decided to take the jump to a 4th Gen 2500 with a 6.7 Cummins. She needs some work, but videos like this make me excited to get to work!

[@bythefnbook6109]

Probably at least my third time watching this video. Still amazes me when you save these old trucks

[@michaelcowan7456]

Looks great! I just bout a 1994 dodge 2500 single cab, 5 speed, 4x4, 12 valve! I got a smoking deal on it and am about to start the restoration on it! Runs great no blow by, shifts great, 4x4 works! All it really needs is cosmetic…

[@gordylocks]

As a teenager I always wanted a dodge like this. Now that I’m 39 I still don’t got one but the dream still lives haha! Great video!!!

[@rogerjustice8835]

Love my 12 valve, it’s a 97 bought it in 99, still runs fantastic. Unfortunately the body is getting rough on her now but still a great running truck. I have plans to restore it, already bought the parts to fix it. Without a doubt the best truck I have ever owned. Y’all did a great job fixing this truck congratulations and enjoy your hard work.

[@geoffreyfernandez236]

Thank you for posting. It helped me. I did the same thing you did. I brought home a beater and you helped me rebuild it

[@pe6ce703]

Im not even 2 minutes in and i already love with this channel

[@VBELTandSON]

Thank you I appreciate that!

[@nathanalbertson6427]

Badass truck man.. phenomenal job, I'm currently doing an overhaul on my daily, 03 2500 cummins, has the HO motor, 6spd nv5600, Laramie with the 8ft bed, power everything. Truck was my dream truck also my first, and little by little I'm getting her back to her former glory like you did with this beauty..

[@PokeRelativity]

Great job! You make it all look so easy. That’s exactly what my 98 1500 needs.. a rebuild. Engine great transmission great. I just looks like crap and I need a few suspension things and exhaust. Very inspiring

[@KungPooMonkey]

My dad had a 01 Ram 2500. Good memories in that truck! I'd love to get my hands on one for myself. Much nostalgia!

[@frickenbored]

Behind the square body Chevy the 2nd gen ram is the best looking truck ever made. You guys did such an amazing job saving this ol girl 👍

[@josephpollachek6341]

I have the same truck mine is a 97 Dodge ram 1500 but your truck is so awesome I love that truck I've always been a big fan of Dodge thanks to my father and you inspired me to get my Dodge all fixed up keep making more videos of that beautiful truck of yours

[@willeads6141]

I’m a big ford guy but this truck is a master piece you guys did amazing on this!!

[@ronholdren7376]

I have a 2001 Dodge SLT 24 value Cummins with a 5-speed manual trans and I love your restore.

[@VBELTandSON]

Thank you

[@jmwilson614]

Yeah, you definitely brought that one back from the dead. Nice work

[@The314moses]

I have an '01 diesel with 223k on it. 5 speed manual, and I'm thinking of doing the same thing. You guys did a fantastic job!

[@eli2376]

Satisfyingly good. I'd say my favorite part is how you took the time to put the trim and emblems on straight.

[@quinnsorensen1346]

This is exactly what I needed to see i have been putting my 12v on the back burner for too long it's time to get S*** done! Thank you sir!

[@aaroningles71]

Turned out great! Little things and the simplicity made it even better!

[@williswhatchutalkinbout4367]

I just did my 98 myself. Even did my first full paint job on it. I took several pictures but unfortunately don’t have the patience to make a video I have a quick 4k shot of it on my channel right after I painted it showing the color and trying out my new 4k iPhone camera. But the truck is not how it looks now. Great job and I’m glad to see some love towards the 2nd gens.