Will Old Blue RUN and DRIVE After Sitting for Years??? Surprise REVIVAL of Jimmy's 1970 GMC Pickup!

This time on Sally's Speed Shop we revive a 1970 GMC 2500 that's been sitting for about 5 years! Sandi Davis called us to help get "Old Blue" back on the road for her father, a 79 year old Navy Veteran, Jimmy who bought the truck brand new in 1970!
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[@ronaldcooper7609]

Jamming a screwdriver into an oil filter is usually a last resort if an oil filter wrench won't budge it.

[@audiosmackdown]

yes, the channel lives

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Yes sir! We're back with lots more content yet to come!

[@rickchapman2733]

Is someone cutting onions? My eyes are all wet. What a wonderful thing you did for Jimmy. He's blessed with a daughter like Sandy who arranged this for her Dad.

[@kbtruck65blair64]

That was so cool to do for him. Can't beat an old GM truck.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Couldn't agree more!

[@aladwanit]

What a beautiful 😍, old always gold people and cars , Old man always honest,, having abig heart, daughter brought old memories to old father

[@AndrewHCann]

Excellent video guys :) to fix my late Cousin John SR had same truck GMC plus 2500 series (3/4) ton with 950/ 16.5 LT Load Range D Firestone Fire Hawk 2 on all 4 tires plus spare too , Power Steering & Brakes and had West Coast mirrors to ! Had disk brakes on front , drum back , he put 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 396 4barrel 1000 CFM Holley Carb with hand choke cable knob in dash, Turbo 400 3 speed Automatic transmission with 388 different axle ratio and blue color, black bench seat too also Am/ Fm radio update too and daul exhaust! It was powerfull truck in day sadly rusted out and couldn't be save but motor in a 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle car last heard!

[@briancummings634]

Yes, that’s a great old truck. I had a 1972 GMC just like old blue, bought it in 1977. They don’t make them like that anymore.

[@chrisackerley1842]

Did anyone else notice how the old fellow changed after he rode in that truck for just a few minutes? He sat up straight, his voice was firmer and he was more focused. I think that 'ol truck is really good for him.

[@anthonylindsey4453]

Although it's not about AMC, I'm glad to see another video from ya Jacob. Hope to see another one soon

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Thank ya! Lots more to come so stay tuned!

[@SchnelleKat]

Pretty cool old truck, personally me i would've gone outta my way and washed it all down, cleaned it out, and maybe even a light polish. haha.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

It definitely needs a bit more love, and we still have plans to do some more work to it!

[@darrylcampbell4411]

What an awesome thing you guys did for the old guy and his family. The truck is cool as. Well done. You guys rock.

[@icerazar713]

This truck reminds me of the Chevy 2500 longbed we used to carry our camper and travel all over the country when I was a little kid. Our truck was blue also. Love these old GM trucks. Just can't beat that body style.

[@we775]

The stories make it so much better along with the joy on his face.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Glad you enjoyed it! I agree, the stories and the people are what it's all about!

[@audiosmackdown]

May I suggest tires for Old Blue?

[@SallysSpeedShop]

It definitely needs some haha

[@stevenweikart2567]

This is awesome! Thank you for Jimmy.

[@garyjacques5982]

Man congratulations that was a good thing you did you and your dad did a great thing for that vet and you made that man happy oh man he look so happy.

[@elitetruegamer2432]

It's blessing like yours make a difference in this world. May you receive it back one-day to the level you give. Truly a blessing 😇

[@ClassicStreetIron]

I need a hand getting the 302 going on my Cougar. Have the heads, intake and carb just not the experience to do it myself.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Where are you located? Plus you can learn just about anything you need to on KZbin haha

[@ClassicStreetIron]

@@SallysSpeedShop North of Las Vegas. Lots of ideas and you get the gist but the specifics are thin sometimes.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Wish I was closer so I could come help! And that's understandable. You could always get an old Chilton's manual

[@tracygriffith9041]

Enjoyed what yall did for him and the storyies

[@garybrady9531]

Jimmy is happy knowing ole blues back to life who knows that might be what he needs to drive it himself,you see I'm another old guy that lives his truck too.Mines a 79 Bronco XLT Ranger and the AC still works I deleted the cruise years ago next she gets a new old stock weind 4bbl and Demon carb so I can take my grandson riding I wish him all the luck of the Irish thanks for yalls good deeds

[@rshutterbug47]

That Was A Good Video & It's Good What She & You Did For Jimmy, & A Nice Guy & Their Mom & Her Sister Seemed Nice As Well

[@lawrencepevitts2434]

It sure was thoughtful of his daughter to do this for her father.

[@Quacks0]

39:10 I noticed that the trailer-brake handle moved in and out when you were working the brake pedal (especially after you started to feel some resistance in the pedal)... could that be an issue?

[@timdavis_365]

I think it's connected to the brake pedal so that it puts out variable voltage dependant upon how hard the pedal's being pressed.

[@tomthumb1322]

It's a GM, there are two things a GM product will always do: Run(albiet rough) and leak. My 82 C10 shortbed is a testament to this.

[@stanjr1968]

Amazing job guys love seeing his smile you guys nailed this video 👍

[@dougevans6389]

That’s just cool as hell!!

[@nancykitzinger3078]

Awesome truck and nice thing for his daughter to do and you all to help!

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching!

[@thomashixson8572]

Yay he's back

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Yes sir! Good to be back!

[@andrewglasco4376]

Wow!! What an excellent Video. I lost my Dad last November of 2020. Mr. Davis reminds me so much of my Dad, also a Navy Vet of 26 years. You fella's did a wonderful thing. God Bless you!! I am hoping Mr. Davis is getting well, and can get behind Ole Blue as quickly as possible. A super shout out to Ms. Sandi too, Dad's girl there!

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Glad you enjoyed the video and it brought back fond memories for you! It was an honor getting to work on his truck and take him for a ride in it again!

[@davidberry1082]

I really enjoyed that. My dad had 70 Chevy long bed, automatic. Really brought back some memories.

[@donmears4090]

Seeing his face light up was very heartwarming and hearing his memories was an extra reward.

[@garyjacques5982]

Glad to see you're back can't wait to see your videos. Oh you ever going to do anything with the 4x4 Cadillac you ever going to bring that back and maybe play with it again that was pretty cool. And dang there's a lot of ambulances or police activity over there by Jimmy's house

[@timdavis_365]

Hope to get the caddy running soon.

[@paultucker1272]

Good to see you back. That's a good thing you did there, be proud :)

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Good to be back! We appreciate that!

[@AutoAli]

This is fabulous! Seeing his smile is worth every second of work on Ol' Blue.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Most definitely! Thanks for watching!

[@Mynextproject_74]

That's a great story!

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Agreed! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@shanewright6958]

Glad you're back. Another great video guys 👍👍🇨🇱

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Me too! Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@seriousrampage]

Sweet old truck. I'm surprised those old tires held up for the ride.

[@ctsgarage5304]

Think you made is day. The smile said it. Looking forward to seeing it made roadworthy 👍👏

[@SallysSpeedShop]

I think he liked it a lot! Hopefully we'll have it over at the shop soon for some more work.

[@smarternu]

Nice, love that people car about folks like that.

[@Spennyman10]

Great job guys!

[@genuineworkinghands]

Super cool video, brother. I've been missing the content. Thanks for doing this for Jimmy and when you see him again, let him know there are a lot of us guys and gals out here that thank him for his service!

[@kenswitzer4133]

Thank you my young friend. You made his day at that age the little things make us so thankful we have lived this long. God Bless you and yours.👍😁👌🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@randybock82]

Gun rack? You know it's been a while.

[@EBthere]

Great story and video. Imagine all the memories Jimmy and family have with Old Blue. Great work guys -- and big hearts.

[@JefferyDuke]

Good to see you back! Missed this!

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Good to be back! Sorry for the hiatus!

[@JefferyDuke]

@@SallysSpeedShop we all need a break sometimes, it's cool to see a local back kicking butt though!

[@gr8fulpn]

Been waiting for more videos, this one especially was well worth the wait. Great job Jake

[@051570orion]

Back in the early 90's I baught a 1968 GMC 8 lug wheels , it had the original 327 turbo 400 , I was a dishwasher at ponderosa and wasn't able to tittle it quickly , and the guy , who was a so called "friend" applied for a new tittle and sold it to someone else , needless to say that so called "friend" avoided me like the plague . I still have the original tittle and the owners manual . I was definitely not happy but have forgiven him

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Wow... That's a really crappy move on his part! I'm glad you were able to forgive him though!

[@eddieadkins2954]

That was so sweet God bless form Somerset ky

[@TheHillbillyvan]

Glad to see you back loved to see you doing that for that gentleman

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Good to be back! It was a cool project to be a part of!

[@cleasonleasure4832]

U dont need to take the screws out to swap out points. Use a dwell meter to set point gap. The door in the cap is for a Allen wrench to set dwell.$19.99 tuneups in the early 70’s.

[@Quacks0]

14:44 and 15:10 Speaking of saving money, Jacob, you ought to drain those oil-bottles better --- I have often found an ounce or more of undrained oil in an "empty" oil-bottle that had been discarded. Better for your wallet AND the environment. And it's really simple, too --- rather than letting your arm get tired and achy from holding the bottle upside down in the engine's oil-filler neck all that time, just insert the spout of a wide-mouth funnel into the neck, and then set the oil-bottle upside down into the mouth of the funnel to let it drain for ten minutes. :D

[@thorburke7030]

You made that man's day 🙂👍

[@SallysSpeedShop]

It was truly heartwarming to see how happy it made him!

[@shortstroke8712]

You made Jimmie’s day I believe. Good man. I’ve subscribed. 67-72 c-10’s are my favorite trucks. More please!

[@henrysmith8012]

Runs ok, but a Holley carb on a stock spread bore intake is a bad match. Good Q jet carb on it would run much better or an Edelbrock intake with the Holley carb. Good job though getting it going.

[@Quacks0]

54:55 Love that loud solid CLUNK of the heavy metal doors on those old vehicles! :D

[@SallysSpeedShop]

They definitely don't make them like they used to!

[@Quacks0]

17:53 Sounds like the fire trucks are coming --- maybe your plan for cranking up the engine isn't such a good one...?

[@Quacks0]

45:05 From that angle, it looks like the mower is holding up the truck :P ;)

[@SallysSpeedShop]

I don't think we ever used the mower as a jack stand haha

[@nastyn8te328]

I would be changing those flexible brake lines at the wheels I could see the first one you worked on had a dark spot all the way around the hose right at the metal crimp fitting. Headed down the road one good press and pop there it goes oh no no breaks and without power brakes and all four drums that's definitely no more breaks at all. And most likely you're in break would be hard to pull in a hurry if it did much at all your best bet would be sticking that thing in low gear and hanging on.

[@war_moose5814]

My first vehicle was a 68 GMC straight 6 with a 3 on the tree.........crashed and destroyed it but still miss it

[@toddmccarter45]

I was just thinkong about you last week, wondering how its going.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Life has gotten in the way of posting, but I'm back and am going to try and post more regularly now!

[@toddmccarter45]

@@SallysSpeedShop I figured as much, I was just thinking about how I haven't seen you in a while.

[@TheJeepguy94]

Keep the videos coming. Your doing good things.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Much appreciated! Thanks for watching!

[@rickwhitmire7933]

Thanks for sharing!! Jimmy enjoyed it!! I want one of your Sally’s hats!! 🏁😎

[@SallysSpeedShop]

I need to make some more shirts and hats for sure! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Quacks0]

6:39 "So let's pull out the dipstick..." "YOU'RE a 'dipstick'!" :P :D

[@Quacks0]

2:50 "Any ideas, Dillinger?!" 3:36 "Welcome to the RD-D-DOCK!" :D

[@jamesbaylis9438]

Getting old vehicles back on the road, nothing more enjoyable. But the stories behind the vehicles, made videos like this just superb. Great to see your back, looking forward to the projects coming, along sitha hopeful Shop Tour. 👌

[@jonah8961]

Great story and tough truck

[@robertvance1873]

Good to see you back Jacob and your dad, that was such a nice gesture you did for that man you could see how good it made him feel, his daughter that rode with you very pretty and classy lady. I hope this means you're going to be making regular videos again good to see you guys back.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Good to be back! Thanks, it was truly an honor to be a part of that experience. I should be back more regularly now!

[@robertvance1873]

@@SallysSpeedShop that's great 👍

[@Spanky_Lugnutz]

You did a wonderful thing

[@ocktavian66]

That was great of you to do! I got my c10 from my pops and this really hits hard. i miss him everyday...

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Thank you! Sorry for your loss, but I'm glad you have his truck to remember him by

[@ocktavian66]

@@SallysSpeedShop thanks man! glad ur back and look forward to some more vidjeas

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Lots more to come for sure!

[@chrisfisher4087]

I don't know why the hell I'm crying I don't know any of y'all but thanks for the video

[@calvindeechacey1247]

Truck and I tell you about your jobs near me about it came out of the night with you when you get home.

[@scottrobinson288]

Great to see you back hope you and the family are well looking forward to seeing more video's

[@drivenstreetillusions9662]

This was an amazing video man i got a 67 almost the same old man wants one last ride in it and im trying to get it to run it was in a barn seeing this was a good feeling

[@rlw3154]

Enjoyed this video!

[@darrylvohs5526]

Great job, everybody! Hearing the history of old blue is so cool. Jimmy was just taking it all in.

[@rescueinoldraggedy7407]

awesome job friend

[@geneshindelar8328]

Keep up the good work you'll make the channel grow

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Thanks Gene! That's the plan!

[@dannissen8266]

Well done sir! 👍🏻

[@davekimbler2308]

Dash pad , recover the seat add radio replace missing parts and he’s got a nice driver !

[@jimcabezola3051]

So wonderful to see you back here! You're a very welcome sight! Hope you enjoy making videos for us!

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Thanks so much! It's good to be back, sorry for the hiatus!

[@punkinsgarageandpaint8299]

I love this video.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@jonah8961]

Great video 📹 👍

[@trentmoseley]

I need some mirrors similar to those for my 1989 Ford F-250. Not as easy to find as I thought they were. The original style that is. I know there's some universal types but I don't too much care for them.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

I think these are some vintage universal type. They're awesome!

[@trentmoseley]

@@SallysSpeedShop yeh. They kinda look like it. Unless just the mirror part itself was replaced and the bracket part came from a different truck. I did notice the original mirror location holes

[@trentmoseley]

@@SallysSpeedShop and I'd like to say I really do appreciate you taking the time to comment back on replies. It's quite nice that someone does that. I know people are all kinds of busy and stuff going on but it is really nice that you take the time to do it.

[@charlesbaker687]

Awesome job guys

[@randygranger2294]

This is awesome!

[@jessematlock2833]

Love to see you back Sally can't wait for more videos

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Love being seen back! Thanks for watching! Lots more to come!

[@glennjones5349]

Hey sally how about an oil filter wrench

[@SallysSpeedShop]

They work great, but a screwdriver works better when you have one in your tool box right there instead of 20 minutes away in the shop haha

[@kenworth7410]

Great job.

[@jeffjustice1616]

THATS AWESOME BROTHER ❤️🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷

[@craigwelcometochaos8462]

Glad to see you are well and to see a video, don't let us worry like that

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Didn't mean to make you worry! I should be back posting way more often now!

[@craigwelcometochaos8462]

@@SallysSpeedShop thanks bud just glad you guy's are ok, can't wait for more cool videos.

[@garymatthys3605]

Old Timer is sharp. Thumbs up.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

He had us laughing a lot, that's for sure!

[@onehourgarage]

Got unsubcribed some how but this is the second video I watched since reminding the channel and it certainly didn't disappoint. . Awesome job!

[@SallysSpeedShop]

KZbin does that sometimes for some reason... Thanks for watching! More to come!

[@rocketsock4297]

A new video! I was already a bit worried ...

[@davyleupz]

A cool truck and even a better story. Good on you for helping some good people out and keeping an old truck alive!

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Thanks David! We hope to make some more videos with that truck in the future

[@war_moose5814]

This is awesome doing this for owners

[@phillipgarrow2297]

Prehistoric trailer brake controller

[@gearwolf9170]

Love those trucks! Nice job but man those tires are shot!!

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Yeah, it definitely needs some fresh tires for sure!

[@gearwolf9170]

@@SallysSpeedShop I'm really impressed with all the cracks in them that they still hold air. But it's awesome what you did for the owner.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

Tires are a lot tougher than we give them credit for haha Thanks!

[@OtisENGINEuity]

I would've set him up with a cam, intake, headers and cherry bomb glasspacks if I could.. because stock sucks and a nice thumpy cam and glasspacks can't be beat... unless it was a Ford instead :P Sorry folks, Ford engines just sound better, proven fact. (they also make more power per cubic inch too) Learning from what I've seen Kevin on Junkyard Digs deal with numerous times, I think one of the first things you should do is pull the valve covers and hose down the valves in the penetrating oil of your choice so that it'll help free them up because so often they end up stuck and bending pushrods or just not allowing the engine to turn. Your dad's logic is seriously flawed.. How would the spark be going from the points to the coil wire if the cap isn't above the rotor? Look at all that cracking on the inside of the tires.. That tells you you always need to check both sides of the tires because the outside may look fine while there's giant cracks on the inside waiting to blow. I am absolutely AMAZED that that thing has a Dana 60 and not a 12 bolt. I wish I could've done that for Papa (my mom's dad) but all his old cars were long gone.. especially the 50 Ford that claimed half a lung when he put it into a black walnut tree outside of Stockton heading back from shore leave in the Navy. I definitely have to get one and take it up to his grave someday and leave it idling and see if he revs it up... especially now that both he an Meme (grandma) are gone.

[@SallysSpeedShop]

We're planning to do some further upgrades in the future, but probably not so much in the performance area, but rather in drivability for him and his daughter. And yeah, with motors that haven't run in a really ling time that's never a bad idea! His logic is actually spot on, the points send a signal for the coil to discharge through the coil wire to the cap, which then travels down to the rotor and to whatever spark plug wire it's pointing at. So even without the cap on the coil wire will fire every time the points open and close. And yup, the tires were real sketchy, and I agree! I didn't expect the Dana 60 either! You should definitely get that thing going for sure!

[@OtisENGINEuity]

@@SallysSpeedShop don't own one. There's a 51 for sale near me with airbags and decent paint for 6k but I don't have it. There was a 49 for sale with no engine or trans or interior for 1600 but I just don't have the money to build an engine and get a trans and everything to be able to get it on the road. Papa never kept any of his old cars unfortunately.. likely because Meme didn't want them around and just wanted a new car and that was it.

[@robandtyria9094]

im a Navy so good what you did

[@robandtyria9094]

fix your gas gauge lol j/k