Savage Hemi Road Runner - Nick Sweats The Small Stuff

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The days are getting shorter already, but Nick is working as hard as ever, getting customer jobs out the door. Somehow, he still finds time to work on his 1970 Challenger too.

[@70stunes71]

I owned a '70 440 six pack 4speed GTX with the same air grabber fresh air . 2nd & 3rd gear shifts @ 6,000 rpm....brutal for the day . Most Hemi owners I would believe, would be pretty surprised at how the 440 and tripower setup ran. That Hemi Roadrunner is absolutely gorgeous and reminded me of my own vehicle

[@nickpanaritis4122]

Craig. 440 six pack, yes indeed was a brutal engine.

[@markc7367]

Nick has his doctorate in Mopar.... an incredible wealth of knowledge!!! Just like my now deceased friends...i mention to honour them...Rejon and Real Phaneauf. 2 brothers that died far too young but their 69 340 Dart and 70 6 pack 440 Challenger were always appreciated in our little Canadian town in the 70s!

[@charger19691]

Nick's knowledge and level of expertise on classic mopars is absolutely amazing. That's why he's The Godfather.

[@matthewwisenbaugh3883]

I'm a Chevy man born and raised but its nice to see the old molars love it thanks Nick....

[@metalmopars]

Yeah he has lot's a nice Molars there.

[@mikep4823]

Thing is some people have been at it just as long as you have Nick. But they do not have the passion for it as much as you do. Its when we take pride in something that we apply good skill and get it done right like what you do at your shop.

[@niceguy2171]

When we were young a guy in the neighborhood worked for a Chrysler/Plymouth dealership in a nearby town, and he ordered the 1970 Road Runner decked out like that one, complete with the air grabber and we always stopped what were were doing and stared as that car drove by..still amazing, and one of the nicest vehicles I have ever seen, and that 1 at your place is a beauty! Glad to see you back on the Challenger too!

[@craigkosters9852]

Ill never forget the first time I saw an Orange Super Bee or Road Runner, I was on my Bicycle up the street and saw my friends neighbor go by in one with stock wheels, I didn’t like it with skinny tires and hub caps, but the next day he went by it was jacked up with Cragers and wide tires. Then it was cool 😎 Jude Jordon

[@Metcraft2]

Love those roadrunners

[@johnmilner7603]

I remember them all when new when I was in high school. I opted for the Z/28's. In '74 I drove a 68 Z/28 to College, a 71 in '75, then new ones in 77, 78 and 80, then a 1970 Z28 in '81 which I still own today. All were 4 speeds. My fav Mopar is the 70 Challenger and Cuda without the rear spoiler.

[@terryogletree2128]

Man that thing is SUWEET !!!

[@josephf593]

The details are in the small stuff, beautiful road runner!

[@NicksGarage]

It’s all about the details.

[@yourhandlehere1]

Ya know...if you just start rebuilding and don't give yourself a "budget", you'll never be "over- budget".

[@dragonnumbnuts]

Now that Road Runner is a thing of beauty.

[@rogermarshall8991]

Probably less than 10 exist anymore. Very few were sold with all the toys. It would be nice to know how many are still alive ??.

[@donaldheitger6731]

I thought the grabber hood opened when the vacuum goes low under acceleration.

[@yourhandlehere1]

meep meep

[@timothylindsey7925]

Changed my mind, sweet car.

[@ericfaley9019]

Nick you need a bigger shop. The Road Runner is fantastic.

[@ericball6000]

Dr.Nick,that 1970 hemi roadrunner is one of the best mopar's that you have ever let us see,I would be proud to own that car, thanx for the show.

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks for watching, Eric.

[@owatajrkiam]

@@NicksGarage This sure looks like my old buddies RR. 1970 Hemi 4 spd 4:10 geared hemi orange hdtp. which there were only 75 made and i hear about 30 were 4spds. He got it for a Graduation gift from his dad in 70' and drove it from Toronto to McKenzie BC and last time i saw the car was in Prince George BC but i heard the car made it back out east.. He had a wiring fire in the engine compartment and had a hard time finding the HEMI insignia with the turn signals on the hood. Do you know if this is a Canadian Import car as i did some research as it looks like there were only 3 Hemi orange cars made from what i gather. It would sure be a coincidence. Does your customer know the history of the car?

[@Bricklinsv1970]

My Dad had a 69 Roadrunner with a built 383. I was a kid and he would make me cry with that car. Of course Dad was laughing lol! RIP Dad!

[@lovethesmellofracefuelinth7374]

The small stuff and being detail oriented, is what separates the good from bad and Nick definitely brings the goods. I've been around Chrysler products since owning my first car, which was a 68 charger and the beginning of my Mopar addiction. But don't know all of the details like he does, and is really good at it. Kinda like Mark Worman of GYC, but without the freakiness LOL. Although it's not what I've done for a living, and is more of a hobby. My third Mopar was a 70 RR, but it was just a bare bones 383 & 727 and unfortunately not a hemi car. Definitely the working man's machine back in its day though, and still cool

[@charleslyonsbarrowcloughii7562]

That Hemi Road Runner is the "Car of Cars"

[@rogermarshall8991]

The HEMI Road Runner GTX & the early Belvedere GTX. Were the top of the line. Still a B- body but more options.

[@tomnekuda3818]

Nick, this was my car that I bought in late '69 except for the hemi.....why oh why did I trade it for a damn Chevy 4 years later. Sob......People never tired of seeing the air grabber come up and it did make a difference, especially on cooler days. I remember looking down the nose of it and it was a thrill that I never tired of. That miserable Nova was pumping oil at 30,000.....live and learn. Your Kowalski project is looking prime......whadda mean? Over budget....there is no budget on a dream. Keep the Faith, Nick.

[@chrismc.4437]

Ok Tom. Thanks

[@robertevans6481]

That road runner is awesome!!!! The color is spot on!

[@nicholasdonvito1703]

Looking at all these great cars, they make me want to cry and miss the old days where I could see these cars in my driveway!!! Nick, thanks for brining me back to the old days where everyone had a great car! Wow, that must be in heaven. Now if they just had a show on old big bikes and choppers!!!

[@kevinpatrick8788]

gorgeous hemi road runner in vitamin c orange . back in the late 80s i had a 70 road runner factory 440-6 v code . it was fy1 lemontwist with the air grabber .

[@ttrack9089]

That coyote duster(Road Runner) is DAZZLING!!! Nick, what beautiful machinery you have come through your door. Best shop on earth!!!

[@paulehlers2225]

Man-O-Man, that roadrunner is exceptionally nice!!! Milestone was reached in this one with the Challenger officially becoming a roller. Great video, Keep'em coming!

[@acts2211]

An all original Hemi Roadrunner what the factory original interior oh my God. Call must be worth a fortune and it's absolutely stunning

[@tinkmarshino]

one of the gang got a brand new roadrunner when we all younger.. I think he paid 1800 for it.. then proceed to run the daylights out of it.. We had great fun with that old beast.. Sweet ride!. Dang Nick I just love this whole idea of videos from your garage.. I would love to just come out and hang with you lads.. thanks for the share, carry on and be safe..

[@dcallan812]

Ah Monday, a nice drive with Nick. I bet the people in the facility near the garage wish they could run around in the road runner 👍👍👍

[@stevenpine1939]

"Not even the Graveyard does it like this!" I LOVE IT!!!

[@blinkie1523]

Hey Nick the Roadrunner was an awesome ride for sure and so glad the owner wants to make it look period correct. Seems the flavour of the day for you in this episode but all good just the same bro. Nice to see the project getting or about to get some attention. Thanks mate once again.

[@kingerikthegreatest.ofall.7860]

Beautiful road runner and rare.

[@djordjecolic5818]

1970 Hemi 4 speed Roadrunner, what a sweet ride!!!!

[@theelectricyeti8622]

The Road Runner is stunning! Mopar everywhere you turn in the video. Nice to see Phil's Challenger again, beautiful car in it's own right. Thanks for sharing these awesome videos with the rest of the world. I'm thinking a trip to Nick's Garage is at the top of the bucket list now!

[@GeoHvl]

IMHO the 70 RR and GTX are the most beautiful cars Plymouth made ever.

[@barath4545]

They are pretty for sure. I am a fan of the 1971 Barracuda.

[@Jordendog]

Hey Nick. I need to make an appointment. I want to be returned to my factory original condition. The way I came from my mother. I`m in pretty rough shape but you seem to work miracles.

[@tomnekuda3818]

Yagottaluvit! Me, too....

[@jefferyrightmire9520]

Oh wouldn't that be great

[@unfairfight3625]

I am in, my body is over worn and it needs a complete rebuild

[@michaeladamo1188]

I also need some work! I may be able to get by with just a reboot memory dump 😂

[@yourhandlehere1]

@@michaeladamo1188 Shutdown, wait 60 seconds and restart.

[@Welcometofacsistube]

Nick’s videos are the only redeeming thing about Monday’s

[@nathanthomasstickney8123]

Amen

[@johncaballero8013]

A 426 Hemi roadrunner has always been my dream car. What a gorgeous 1970! Love the grabber hood also, wonderful option. As always Nick you do an excellent job on everything you do. I have said it before and I will say it again, I wish you lived in my neck of the woods! I would bring all of my stuff to you and my performance issues would be solved. Look forward to visiting your shop again. Really enjoyed this video Nick! You friend John A. from Portland, Oregon.

[@eddiejames9769]

Hi Nick I think this Road runner is one i owned and restored in appx 2006. If the vin is 184450 this was my car. It was originally a 383 ,B5 blue .. I put the Vitamin C on it. I did ALL the work, Paint, Interior and I built the Hemi.. It is a 472 not a 426. I stroked it.. It has 12to 1 compression with Diamond pistons and a Callies crank.. Took me 2 years to restore it.. Thanks for the videos Nick!!!

[@sargedutch1085]

Morning Nick... Enjoying my coffee and watching the show. Great way to start the week, LOL not even graveyard.... Good one.

[@NicksGarage]

Good morning, Gary. Thanks for joining us.

[@grahamsengineering.2532]

Just watched the end of the video and the sweet sound of the motor in the Road Runner is pure car porn.

[@fw1421]

On the Road Runner,are those the original wheels and size tires? Beautiful restoration! ❤️ I’ve always liked the Road Runners. Every single model! That one is magnificent. The wheels look a tad wide for stock,but they look good on it! Thanks for the response Nick!👍🏻👍🏻

[@nickpanaritis4122]

fw. I have to look into it, but the RR has left the building.

[@mcfast52]

I am not a Mopar guy, but that Road Runner! man! it's so beautiful! I would not mind having one like that.

[@cornflake73]

Nick: That 70 roadrunner is awesome. It is beautiful inside and outside, I love it.

[@ernestdougherty3162]

My favorite way to start Monday's watching Nick's garage working with beautiful old cars muscle cars and if you bring it to Nick's it's done the right way thanks for sharing

[@nicomjerry250]

Where is the love button for this video? The Grandfather/master driving the dreamcar ❤️👏

[@grahamsengineering.2532]

Wow that Road Runner is something special. Very nicely done.

[@deanwharepapa8561]

Total perfection from Nicks Garage 💯

[@c.s.s.1723]

Thank you for showing that Roadrunner.... f....ing sick! I so appreciate someone who is dedicated to the small details. It takes more patience /knowledge / dedication than most people have to make it happen.

[@bdubz5150]

Nick is "The" Professor Mopar! My #1 KZbin go-to now

[@shartne]

That is one beautiful Roadrunner WOW!

[@FalconXE302]

I'd say the ticking on the 440 was just the exhaust leak you can clearly see at the exhaust ports... but we all know you are the man to make the power Nick.

[@mynameis9057]

Dr. Nick; where Chiltons goes if they have a question about originality! A few of my mechanic friends are the same way,they always got the mysterious fixes other garages couldn't repair. Another thing customers did was come to them initially, they'd give them a fair price to do the job properly, but they'd go elsewhere to save a few bucks. The other garage would sometimes screw up the job,and guess who they'd bring the car back to, to fix their screw up. So instead of just paying for the job to be done right in the first place, now they're paying extra to get it done right! You know, ya know? That bird is beautiful, but given a little t.l.c. from the master,and she'll be the Belle of the ball,thanks to Nick and Company. Quality and integrity. Thanks again guys! Great luck at the track!!!▪☆☆☆▪

[@jimjungle1397]

The 1970 Roadrunner is one of my favorite body styles.

[@ronlind1757]

Nick, that is one gorgeous car! Absolutely beautiful.. I can really appreciate all of the attention to detail that was given to it. Those were the days... with those cars...

[@pontiacgrandprix733]

That’s one hell of a Road Runner, you were very gentle on her, I think if rubbed the rite way there would be a violent explosion of power, but the Maestro is gentle on the beast, for he can control his inhibitions towards it, Nick my friend keep em coming, we your loyal wait every week for more content

[@MrKclo42112]

I used to love the hood mounteed indicators ,I wish theyd bring that back. and the liottle penta star on the passenger side too

[@MnPaul1]

Nice Roadrunner. I know someone who would really like that one. He has the match to it, a '71 Charger RT in Orange/Black with the air grabber. His has the Orange bumpers and am/fm indash radio with a cassette on the console that would allow recording from the radio.

[@detroitredwing919]

Nick, The attention to detail you have is phenomenal. 💪much love from Detroit👍

[@carlkrebs1]

Not very many across the u.s. That I would consider a total , complete restoration expert on vintage muscle cars , particularly mopars .. But NICKY , you are that guy that can do it all on em . There is a lot to be said about that . When I do find a 1972 roadrunner , or a cuda I want FULLY , and meticulously restored to original concours condition , I'm shipping it to you , and when it's done im spending a week hangin around visiting , maybe even wrenching a bit on cars . I hate messin with new cars . But you gimme a vintage 60s - early 70s MOPAR . Then I don't mind working on them , it's a pleasure and fun to do . Their more predictable to analyze and repair . Thanks for another great vid Nicky . I had a 70 roadrunner with a 383 in it , 4 speed . I blew that motor and put a 440 in it . Wish I had that car back now , in limelight green .

[@lindanelson8400]

Ahh, I got my Monday morning video from Nicks Garage. Love that Plymouth Hemi, was hoping for a nice big smokey burnout. I'll never figure out the way of the cheap minded folks who take a rare Chrysler product to a friend of a friend not once, but twice. Still not working right, and they watch your videos, now finally you have it to fix correctly (after you make a diagnosis of what the other guy did wrong) at my Dad's electric motor business he called these jobs basket cases. Haha. If I still had one of the 60's Chrysler products from my teenage years, I'd gladly make the trip from Arkansas to Canada and have the job done right the first time with Nick. Till next Monday, have a great week.

[@Americancitizen1]

That car is beautiful! I am now 50 and I absolutely love all dodge, Chrysler, Plymouth muscle cars! Thanks for sharing! ❤️

[@aaahtex902]

Never seen a Road Runner like this one = THANK YOU SO MUCH = LOVE YOUR CHANNEL!

[@spooler7828]

That is one beautiful Road Runner Hemi.

[@jimjungle1397]

The 440 Six-Pack really helped horsepower. The 2 bbl flow rating is done at a different vacuum level than 4 bbl flow ratings, so they can't be directly compared. The 2 bbl carbs are rated at 500 cfm, front and rear and 350 cfm for the center carb. Using 4 bbl vacuum flow rating, all three carbs together work out to about 950 - 960 cfm. That's still a lot more than the Carter 4 bbl on the 440 Magnum. The 6-Pack intake and carbs are truly worth 40 hp over the 4 bbl carb. That's as good as it gets with the modern Edelbrock Performer RPM with an 850 carb and the 6-Pack was 50 years ago. Holley originally designed the 2 bbl carbs for the 1967 Corvette 427 tri-power engine for increased horsepower over the 1966 Corvette 427 855 4 bbl carb.

[@stonewall6551]

that is the nicest Road Runner i have ever seen and once your done with the fine details it will be amazing. very lucky owner.

[@pensive69]

Beautiful Road Runner. I'm not a fan of the shock orange but the styling of that 2 door brings it on. Very nice car. Hadn't realized that the air cleaner shows ...Duster..on it.

[@rickyauman676]

Thanks Nick! This 1970 Road Runner was and still is my all time favorite/dream car. Beautiful!

[@robertorhymes]

Waow what a stunner! A 70 Hemi Road Runner With the air grabber I'd drive it winter or summer Meep Meep! In the Hemi Orange It's right up my street! The devil's in the detail if you can't afford it to fail to Nick's Garage you better blaze a trail.

[@NicksGarage]

Right on, Roberto. Each comment, a concerto.

[@robertorhymes]

@@NicksGarage Cheers to that I'll drink some beers! All hail the ale! Wiley Coyote always on the road runners tail XD

[@Youngsoldier93]

I just found out today my 360 had a rod knock in my Valiant:( this is the only good thing about today is watching these classics get some love

[@tomsigler6575]

as much as I’ve always preferred a GTX, I’ve got to admit that RoadRunner is one beautiful machine.

[@alanbaird9846]

It is great I agree with u GTX are great never slant 6

[@benzobrimzs]

@@alanbaird9846 slant 6 is cool

[@davidson2004fatboy]

Hemi Road Runner is an ABSOLUTE DIAMOND👍🙏❤😎

[@artschamberg4470]

The road runner has it all. Love the colors that orange on the exterior the interior is perfect pistol grip is a must then the Power plant well what can you say vacuum operated air intake must produce a few extra ponies . The only thing I would change is tires. Good luck getting rubber that you can launch off the line and is good for extended high speed use. Oh if only I had such a problem. Great video Nick keep them coming. 🏁🚖

[@keithwilliams2766]

Beautiful Road Runner! 1970 is my favorite year for this model. It's so nice to see this rare example with the Hemi and the Air Grabber. Thanks for showing all the details of the Air Grabber system. I gained some knowledge.

[@mikecrowley6487]

Good Morning Nick Thanks for the ride, keep up the Awesome work and 3rd time is a charm

[@79tazman]

That's a sweet Hemi Road Runner and glad the owner wants to do everything back to factory just like new and who better to bring it to then the Mopar king himself Nick LOL!!

[@V8AmericanMuscleCar]

Beautiful RR and it's a 4 speed! ❤

[@NicksGarage]

A real sweetie.

[@williamjones4483]

Can't wait to see Nick get into that "bad luck" 440.

[@slyfpv]

Yeah I know the guy who own it The guy had bad luck with champion performance on south shore he paid full price for questionable job

[@anthonyarnold906]

Can’t beat a 1970 road dawg Love these cars

[@NicksGarage]

Right on.

[@jarmominkkinen2450]

Love The 69 Roudrunner Hemi.Sorry okej 70a.👍 Soon i have one i Hope!

[@jarmominkkinen2450]

@Travis Bickle okey Wrong from me! !👍

[@easygoing2479]

Best way to start a week! But seeing an air grabber hood reminds me of when I passed on a complete air grabber hood - the entire thing - for $300 forty years ago at a salvage yard in Belleville IL

[@jdez10]

Absolutely Stunning.

[@DamianAriel717]

Really nice Roadrunner!!!!

[@runninonmt8259]

As an owner of a 69 RR it will always be my #1 Mopar...but this 70 is damn fine !!

[@VintageMoparnut]

31 thumbs down? Those people are a bunch of hosers!

[@perceive8159]

Who the hell gives the thumbs down on our old school warrior” Nick” must be those nerd pinto and vega owners who stuffed v8 into them!😂

[@ag3nto578]

It wasn't me I swear!

[@brunotulliani]

Great Episode and that air grabber is a hoot!

[@rbparker4]

Thanks for that little EVO clip one episode later! I hope Nick apricates that car.

[@MikeJBlues]

Another awesome episode from Nick's Garage , love this place !

[@joachimguderian4048]

Awesome cars, superior work, stellar shop n outstanding people. You’ve “batted for the cycle” Nick !

[@nativenation3296]

Makes me happy to always see new and educational info on muscle cars through Nicks' Garage, details are everything. Love this show.

[@louiskats5116]

Giasou Nikola, Here I am in downtown town Saigon, pouring rain miserable wet humid day what better than watching Nick's Garage on the 11 th floor besides the pool bar at AU LAG LEGEND HOTEL, the view is spectacular whilst having a Vietnamese Milk Coffee. A 1970 Hemi Roadrunner 4 speed doesn't get better than that truly doesn't. Kowalski looking awesome coming along nicely. Hlias from Australia

[@plymouthduster2252]

Beautiful 70 Hemi Roadrunner, love watching your channel

[@jeramymcguire9930]

You are the man Nick!!!!!!

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks for watching, Jeramy.

[@rwright3395]

1 bad ROAD RUNNER ! Take us 4 a ride !😆. Thank you ! 😃😃😃😃😃😃😎😆

[@alexgolovchenko3791]

Nick, thank you so much for showing us that Road Runner, I just love that car. Next to the Hemi Cuda it's my favorite Mopar. Please don't get me wrong, I love the Challenger too, but that Road Runner really turns my crank! Nick, you are a treasure of information and a guardian of automotive history. Please keep up the great work! Alex G. 🤓

[@Kiskassklan]

That looks great! I had a blue '69 Roadrunner 383 in 1970 when I was 16. Another guy at school had same color as mine but it was a '70 model with a 440 magnum.

[@donaldcarter7939]

NICK I'm a very big car guy. I owned a 1959 Chevy and two 1964 chevys before I was ol enough to have driveer permit. I was born in 1959 I remember when the 1966 challenger came out. My question is back then you could hear a mopar from a mile away and could tell it was a mopar by the sound of them. They no longer have that uneke sound. Is it me or did they change the way they ran the exhaust did they change mufflers I don't know what they change. I was not a mopar kid nothing sounded better than a mid 70s mopar paying off.Thanks NICK.

[@jimpatterson5700]

You mean Charger for 1966. Challenger came out in 1970. The mopars had good flowing exhausts back then. Especially the Hemis they incorporated industry firsts such as H pipes. Cast iron header style exhaust manifolds. And what they called Hemi Mufflers which flowed and sounded great! However E body Hemis had more restrictions.

[@sweetness_5772]

Beautiful 1970, Road Runner. Even though the GTX, was Plymouth's, top dog. This 1970, Road Runner, is no slouch. Who ever restored this car got it right all the way to the side markers.

[@jeremywinston7199]

Nick u r a God send!! We need more guys like u to carry on the torch!!

[@davidtrobaugh9798]

This is one Sweet Bad ASS, Himi, Road Runner. It don't Get any better then that.

[@lawson862011]

I always try to spread the word about safety, anytime anyone is using a torch to heat or cut to break something loose always keep in mind that just a pen head spot of grease inside say a ball joint , bushing , tie rod , etc. make sure it is vented because it will blow up causing serious harm or even fatal , I’ve seen a lot of this in my time , I try to spread the word, safety first , because if the small amount of grease is trap by the time all that heat does get to where it opens up it is a big big explosion...it’s like a loaded cannon waiting to launch what ever it is loaded with...

[@Bwiser63]

That’s one of the nicest 70’s Roadrunner I’ve ever seen and love the orange paint job.