SO CLOSE To Firing Up The Race Truck (what a MESS) + Bonneville Updates!

[@FinalFinishDetail]

I think i speak for everyone watching VGG faithfully since the beginning when i say, Derek Bieri and family, you guys are the absolute best KZbin channel with great fun, knowledge and clean wholesome family based love for the automotive enthusiast's. Keep going and I wish you all the best in life, you all have put in tremendous work for soooo many fans. Thank you again.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thank you so much!!

[@FinalFinishDetail]

@@ViceGripGarage thank you for just a reply back to me up in little ol Washington Maine. I got a shop and lift for any revival you may do up here in the future. Keep up the great work. Glad the hoof is on the mend. Please take care from my family to yours.

[@resqfreedom9308]

Yup! Sure is!

[@rogerpr364]

Agree!

[@SLOCLMBR]

​@Vice Grip Garage we love ya big fella

[@ryanday6732]

A single guy/father and his 8 year old daughter ordered a pizza and watch you every time there’s a new video! I can’t thank you enough… with all the crap out there I truly appreciate all the work and sacrifices you and your family make for us to be able to enjoy your efforts. Thank you.

[@painedinks]

Derek, Please dont ever worry too much about the people getting upset that you're not doing a revival, Us hardcore fans that have been here forever are just happier than a hound dog with 2 tails whenever we see a new video. No matter what you're doing we know you and the whole Fam Bam have poured your blood, sweat, tears and your heart into it! Thank you for everything and I hope your foot is feeling much better!

[@tylermurray9667]

Amen

[@matthewmiley3644]

This comment hit the head on the nail

[@kevinschwager8360]

What he said.

[@Low760]

The thing is the KZbin data doesn't lie. I didn't bother watching much of the Harley as it's boring. Given they rely on KZbin for income, you need to keep on it.

[@michaellemons1882]

couldnt be happier for derek, hes doing what he loves, cant make everyone happy.

[@98Kentuckian]

I love to watch these videos of the project builds almost more than the revivals. A guy has learned a thing or two over the years, and i aint kiddin ya.

[@richardharvey8939]

We love your work and will support you in all you do. Do not let idiots make you change what you want to do.

[@FinalFinishDetail]

Agree to that bub, cheers 🍻

[@rogerpr364]

Period!

[@nickharvey0168]

Right on brother

[@thomaswermager1819]

Watching you measuring, figuring, and finalizing helps a guy understand your unending fascination with your work. As anyone can see in the comments, you are an inspiration for most if not all of your followers/fans! That is what makes your channel Awesome! Many thanks to you and your family!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for the kind words

[@fredbowles4721]

I still don't understand how a guy can build a rig that exclusively runs off charged batteries when a guy never has charged batteries.

[@ViceGripGarage]

This

[@NewRiverRoots]

Boil

[@jp2246]

Now that's a clever and funny comment!

[@josephrasberry3850]

Haha best comment haha 😂

[@j.d.8593]

"a guy" = you, "a fellar" = someone else, as in, Derek 😜

[@deansmetak1785]

I don't know what your background is but I am amazed at what you can do. Keep those informative videos coming.

[@blocks1594]

For the newbies, he uses the shell rotella because it’s got all the dinosaurs and vitamins in it 😉

[@justinpedalpusher]

And the periodic table of elements

[@brucehayes7251]

And we know this.... Because of the way it is....

[@PeterSmith-or3pq]

Dinosaur squeezings😂

[@j.w.huijers3954]

And probably too much ....... perfect. Good enough for the girls we date 🙃🙃🙃

[@speedylee69x]

He's got me using it in all my old junk to lol

[@lostbear53]

Was a Mr. Goodwrench when the c4 computers came out in '79... Thx for the memories.. been watching for over 2-3 yrs

[@tinsley2277]

Ram across this channel a few years ago and been watching ever since. Haven’t missed a video in about 3 years. I used to sit in my tent on deployment and just binge VGG videos. We thank you for all the hard work buddy. From my family to yours, thank you and god bless

[@therealswarvey]

It's a hard channel to *dodge* , no wonder your *ram* across it

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for the kind words

[@claztube]

@@therealswarvey ....good and punny reply!

[@douglashammel8866]

Every time I’m in TN for work, I think of your channel and family. Thank you for providing such genuine content that I can share with my family. It’s become a tradition to watch with my kiddo and grandparents.

[@scottjrichter]

I know it’s not your car, but man I can’t get enough of that old Pontiac. Such a beautiful car.

[@robertwebb539]

45:23….”louder than a room full of ex-wives”. Bahahaha 😂😂😂

[@ted9693]

Derick, man you just be you. This is my favorite KZbin channel. You were my first and still the best.

[@jangles1839]

@Vice Grip Garage you said it doesn't look like you've done much & I suppose that from piddling around on cars for years myself, I can see where you've accomplished a ton! Especially when you consider that you started with a broken & blank shell and working solo! A feller can recognize greatness on occasion! 💙👊🏼😉

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for the kind words

[@royessinger7289]

A feller up here in NW Ohio has in the past week run into a couple other fellers wearing VGG merch. We introduce ourselves and shake hands and talk about your adventures! We like to brag how long we've been watching VGG and I get the pleasure of being able to say I've met and talked to you and Jessica at the fairgrounds in Dayton during Pour Tour a couple summers ago. Keep up the good work and never stop doing what your doing.Thanks!

[@tmajcan94]

So happy to see you back on the race truck Derek! Knowing you, this rig is going to be something special. This is the perfect start to my weekend. Actually wearing the same VGG hat right now. Thank you VGG for being in my life!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thank you!!

[@retrogaming8647]

1. Can't wait to see how this truck turns out. 2. That Bonneville is a SWEET machine.

[@stephcooper5998]

Derek, Over the years you have evolved from broken car rescuer to car builder. Advancing the Burnout Car spectacle. Well done!

[@larryburwell8550]

My mom and dad had a 67 Catalina 4dr with 389 in same color as that 68 Bonneville. Drove like a boat as I learn to drive in it. It was real interesting to parallel park when I took my driver's test in 1970. Real peach

[@nathanhampton5711]

Love your work derek, so glad you didn't stoop to the levels that other guy did after the danger ranger, you're a class act my man. It's a Saturday morning when your video comes out here in Australia so it's a perfect start to the weekend for me

[@Stonka1]

What happened?

[@resqfreedom9308]

​@@Stonka1yeah, what happened?

[@MichaelHarrell11]

2nd place at danger ranger guy talking trash in video dont go watch no point giving that guy the views 😉

[@inibrius5380]

@@resqfreedom9308 guy that flipped Derek's truck last year pitched a fit because Derek's truck won this year complaining about his rear suspension being flipped (even though it's passed tech twice).

[@br549rdr]

Derek you do you. You haven’t gotten this far in life by accident. Can’t wait to see this truck alive. Great job. Your very talented.

[@brytonthompson1592]

As a low voltage nerd that works in fire detection and suppression systems…. I’m LOVING THIS EPISODE! Digikallzzz all day!!!!

[@mikecabral1579]

I new around here and so happy to have found this channel. I’m 75 and nothings working right I gain weight from just taking my medication. 6 tire patches in my heart and I come here for laughs. Even the comment are funny.

[@David-dd7qe]

Brother keep doing what you're doing and we will be here. Things change and so should your viewers. Everyone needs to understand you got different things going on you're growing, you and your family are awesome! Keep doing what you're doing brother! Thank you

[@sonny3601]

Absolutely love you mate, even if none of the cars you revive or fix or build are available in my country, its awesome to watch, thanks for the laughs and knowledge.

[@critterIMHO]

This is taking burnout competition to a whole new level. Very intelligent build. BTW: it looks like the power steering pump has a relay built into it.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Appreciate that

[@ourelton]

@@therealswarvey my jeepers buddy! That's quite the grouping of syllables! I mean, I see they're all going in the same direction...so they must mean something, but....I don't know.

[@fogstain]

So now there are 3 relays... Perfect.

[@aaronhayden1780]

Just makes me smile seeing you still using harmon transmissions. Chris is a sweet guy. His shop is just up the block from my job.

[@drumcorpsmediaarchive]

Im SO EXCITED to see this truck get completed Derek, I know you're hurtin yourself gettin it done, but the works been amazing! Also that Bonneville is HAWT!

[@C9H0S]

Bro Dereck, I'm from Australia, and i subscribe to your channel month ago and i have to say bud your personality is the best on KZbin. Much appreciate you, your channel. You beauty. Cheers. 👍🏾

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thank you

[@JerGol]

Crazy to see how much work goes into a simplified build. Really makes me appreciate the effort that Zac and Ty put in for Cleetus, to turn things around so fast and so clean.

[@cathymusser1104]

My son watches you all the time I've started watching lately, you get me laughing a lot. T H A N K S

[@hotlamales]

1946 Chevy 1/2 ton. Drove when parked in the pasture here in western pa. Perfect for ya! Let me know I’ll send you the marketplace ad

[@kennethbrown109]

Ole Derek is just amazing. Love everything you do with you channel and especially your family thanks for the great content sir.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for watching

[@jr42a1]

I miss you going out and saving old cars in fields... You are so good at that. I know,I know,I know racing is your passion,but man,MAN, are you so blessed with a talent to bring the dead ones back to life. Just sayin.... youve got the gift. Youre a dominator in the field regardless..Thank you for all of your hard work and video content.

[@Saved_The_Day]

Shell Rotella has all the dinosaurs and vitamins needed for anyone's project fellers and fellets. And it's inexpensive! Thanks for another great video Derek! Been with your channel for years. Love the down to earth content! Can't wait to scan the old peepers on another video! Keep em coming!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

That 2000CF throttle body that looks like a Carberator just Looks awesome Derek @Vice Grip Garage

[@beardedwrench]

I can't imagine how much research a fella's got to do for a project like this. Thanks for bringing us along Derek!

[@2010blue801]

Always learn something from every single experience you have. It helps me understand a lot of things including how to just live a little bit better. It doesn’t have to be so serious or perfect.

[@whattheheck3044]

Hey Derek, I believe there's a ferrel or small fitting that you can put inside the power steering so that you can use a double flare hose fitting.

[@jaymckean3274]

45:10 It's got all the vitamins and dinosaurs..... Much love and blessings to all ❤️ Stay safe everyone 🤘😎

[@BadManiac]

You could start doing lawn mowing or dish washing videos and I'd still watch because you're funny and way, WAY more knowledgeable than you pretend to be, so your videos are both entertaining and educational. Revivals are great, the Model A video is one of my favorite videos on all of KZbin, but I happily watch all your other videos as well because of YOU. You do you man.

[@wbball15]

Great work, Derek! Grew up on Ellsworth AFB as a little kid. Glad to see Dakota boys succeeding.

[@Rob-Müller]

I toured that base back in the 90's with my kids when they were little Lots of cool planes. Toured a decommissioned ICBM silo of some sort. I believe they had a B-52 sitting outside that you could go right up to. Rapid City is a great place to visit, especially with family.

[@jeremyking6146]

Can't wait to hear this Rig tumble. that throttle body is bigger than Shania in the 90's...lol great work Derek!

[@ktiori]

Yay new video😊 It's Saturday for me being in Australia. Love all your content! Thanks for all the hard work 👊

[@rjnation5042]

Another Aussie just noticed the new video,

[@therealswarvey]

QLDer has joined the chat

[@donaldhansen5397]

Rocking the Croc's while working in the shop! Now that's what I call some safety shoes. LOL.

[@JoeyWales]

Damn I’m in love with that Bonneville!!! Love the way you guys add old school cool and drive this stuff. Thank you for more great content.

[@dandevere5736]

Derek is great and knowledgeable with all this newfangled electronic crap. We raced 239 inch flat heads, 292, 312 and really got into 283's and 327's. All with simple elec systems. Today you have to be a NASA engineer to build a car. Hats off to all who can.

[@wanderinmoose5534]

I just love that old Pontiac ! Way back in the early 80s I had a '67 four-door Catalina. Talk about a land yacht...... I just love those ole vehicles from the 60s and the 70s. Thank you for your videos !

[@DaveHiggoHiggins]

Absolutely loving this, thanks for taking us through all the doodabs and whatnots. I've been scared to do any wiring on cars, and when you break it down like this, slowly, methodically, it makes it seem possible. Cheers Derek, great vid as always.

[@swiggens2]

Got my weekend booked for the indy event travelling from Canada and you sir are top of my list of people I want to meet in person.

[@scumballer6656]

Interesting build, going beltless and all. Despite all the digital boxes and wires, it seems like you might've done this once or twice before ;D

[@JerGol]

As a Brit, I always feel so included when you talk about pro-gress, or lee-vers, or aluminium! 😊

[@louisdoliveira5420]

George Straight is busy binge watching VGG. Derick you are an comedic mechanical genius. Keep on keepin on. Love to the family.

[@andyfoland1713]

I can't wait to see this bad boy running!!! Keep up the amazing work sir!

[@coffee8866]

That machine looks awesome! You and the wife put up some awesome content. Look forward to hearing Charlotte rumbling soon.

[@rustyrodgarage2686]

Sweet,I love Friday vgg day

[@greggedwards2296]

I love the idea of beltless and electric p/s pump, and when it starts working, it is giving me ideas for my own future build. Really cool all electric big block. Love the channel, and don't worry about other people. Just keep doing what you do and try new things.

[@Robert365]

❤ yes 🎉🎉 hope you're doing well Derek and family

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thank you likewise

[@ChristopherAdams-tl3me]

Love watching you when it looks like you're in over your ears to see how easily you get things to come together and get things working it's brilliant to see most these days just throw money at projects but you don't so it's more affordable for others to try

[@rpmevo8]

I hope your hoof crater is filling in and not hurting so bad. To be honest, that thing coulda had it’s own horror movie….We all know you don’t do things halfway, but DANG!!! 😬

[@Orcinus1967]

WOW! That is alot. I never knew it could be this much work to put all that together. You give great tips along the way and I'm sure you've saved a lot of folks A LOT of time and frustration. Kudos.

[@larrydavidson3402]

Darn nice job on the wiring Derek. Anxiously waiting for the first start.

[@bobbyhagood821]

I love your content!! Your real fans love whatever it is that you are doing. We are here for the adventure!! You have to feed your soul with what makes you happy... It comes through when someone is passionate about what they are doing... If folks don't like it.. then they can skip it... But me personally.. I enjoy the builds just as much as the revivals because we get to see you really getting into the weeds and making some badass stuff... You do you and I guarantee you will always have a fan base and audience who appreciates you...

[@ahmedal-prince6438]

🇮🇶You are creative and history will testify to you in bringing cars back to life again. I wish you success. Greetings to you and my greetings to your honorable family.

[@ksalz1970]

Great job, giving the boy props on the Bonneville! I'm glad you have the youngster to help. Heal fast, bud!

[@bodarville2510]

Thank You for the painful effort Derek! You need to save on your body, you only get one!

[@erichd9460]

45:00 The Rotella 15-40's got all the vitamins and minerals these old engines like.....

[@joshuaprince898]

I love the racecar truck series. I love watching your brain work as you build this from scratch!

[@nickkontolis5750]

I don't know much about cars, engines, etc. I barely know what your talking about with the electrodigicals. But I thoroughly enjoy watching your show. I laugh the entire time. You have created something special, far beyond the car world. Thank you for extending your family to include all of us.

[@newt20002]

Yes! Perfect way to finish my work week watching vgg! 👌🙌

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for watching

[@lukezooleg156]

I know your trying to go beltless. A really good idea. Ever see a charging wirler running off the drive shaft? That way you can get some charge and if it goes south it won't ruin the show show . I'm really enjoying this build. It looks like fun. Luke

[@rickbrown3925]

I would love to see a "what did I do with that" episode. Show us what you did with all those cars you've been working on. Did you sell it? Did you keep it? Did you scrap it? Did you part it out? Also, Charlotte needs turn signals when doing donuts. That would be funny.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Loving the 600 dollars of Merch I got in the mail Just awesome Derek Thank you and Hope the Merch purchases Help with the Projects and Family Event Trips @Vice Grip Garage

[@krisgustoff]

Shoo dang! VGG back at it!

[@stan2719]

Been watching since the beginning and i love the channel and Derek the family and rhe content saved me from going crazy during the virus situation when i wasnt able ro work. Ill always support this channel and will always watch and keep the notification on so i dont miss anything. Ive learned so much and the way Derek explains it that it just makes complete sense. Thanks for everything

[@davidhelmuth6654]

This should be a real treat to watch and run. Purpose built for one thing, recycling tires!👍

[@johnyhawgleg]

For all the new fellers, the Rotela has all the dinosaurs. That includes the zinc for the flat tappets verieties.

[@j2kinflarc768]

Can’t wait for the first burnouts! That Bonneville is gorgeous ❤

[@billpotmesil]

Hurry up! My wife and I have tickets and we are so excited to see you and Cletus and everyone! This is our first time and we are so excited!

[@Ohio-Patriot]

Just a couple of suggestions. Idk if the body covers the front of the back tire or not but if not I’d put some metal in there to keep all the rubber from hitting your relays and your charger fan. 2nd, earplugs work great to put in those holes on the steering box and brake calipers to keep dirt in such out if you’re cleaning or grinding. Great video btw. Can’t wait to see the truck once it’s finished. 👍🏻

[@paulym5814]

Plus if he blows off the tires that shrapnel will take out the whole shebang.

[@Ohio-Patriot]

@@paulym5814 yeah it’s a good possibility

[@weblightstudio8215]

Jeez Derek. A good old guy starts working on cars with his sleeves rolled up and just winging the hard bits and now he is almost a rocket scientist. Some people make thousand piece jig saw puzzles and they are smart! Ah well, it is keeping me sane watching it!

[@kerryhickman2235]

It's because Rotella has all the dinosaurs & vitamins in it, plus it's cheaper. I love your channel & everything that you do, especially the things you do with the family! Keep up the outstanding work!!

[@the_bearded_jay]

Came here to find this.

[@bryceschipper4701]

He right you know

[@scottk4369]

Cable management looks really good, but in places far from heat, using Velcro strips makes for much easier troubleshooting later. You can just unpeel them instead of having to clip zipties and risk cutting a wire. We use them on network cables

[@danoj77]

Uh oh... @28:00 looks like someone tried to peal a sticker off..... Using a heat gun on stickers sometimes works. Also, maybe that whole shell can just be turned 180 degrees so the battery charger looks like it isn't install upside down? Anyway, it's looking great!

[@blakenowling]

a feller just wanted to say thank you for teaching me so much through all your videos, i feel like i could go do a revival on my own. I’ve been watching for a few years and i really appreciate what you do. i’m a younger feller yet but you’ve inspired me to chase down a g body or a 78-79 monte carlo. Thank you Derek.

[@johnbickham5532]

What a super cool build. Hopefully, everything goes smooth, and you do well in the rip'ems contest.

[@coreypruka5501]

We use Shell Rotella T cuz it's got all the vitamins and dinosaurs these ol' engines need. And sometimes we even use Lucas Oil Stabilizer because 'Oil alone is NOT ENOUGH!' Plus it's got flags on it.

[@JerGol]

Always good to see a fella looking out for the safeties, with the steel-toed Crocs. Great work, Derek. 😎

[@jerrygreene7139]

New subscriber and loving the channel! I have 1 request and that is more Jessica please! I get such a kick out of her giggling at Derick’s antics! You guys do great work!

[@danschneider7369]

For a guy who doesn’t like the electrodigicals, you sure did a super clean and well thought out install.

[@jamiejenkins5643]

Thank you for bringing back family-friendly TV. A family-oriented bunch of us can sit and watch fellar

[@aragorn084]

The electric PAS pumps usually have 80a fuses in oem installs. Something to bear in mind. Typically the main feed runs direct to battery via a fuse. The small control line then goes to ignition switched live.

[@jason-iu5cx]

Looking forward to seeing you in Indy.....love to find out how the drainage worked out around the shop, also hope the boys do some lil grip soon..Sending a big Thank You from my family to yours for all the content you put out for yer fans..We appreciate you!

[@markknoxx7164]

Just watched you new show on the discovery here in the UK brilliant what a genuine fella same on the KZbin as on the TV

[@chrisoakey9841]

When doing basic brackets like the coill plate, i suggest you always put a few holes. Then whether you bolt it, or plug weld, its half ready to mount. If the holes are in the wrong spot, usually no issue, but it is no real effort for the plasma table. You could put a grid of options. And try cable zipper to easily protect and combine cables. Its very easy and fast.

[@alethacriss9308]

Right, Should have a hood on!!!😫 A spark in the eye and such.....

[@FeArhsma21]

Thank you so much for what you do. I really needed to chill and just sit and what you do what you do for a while and I feel better now. God Bless and have a good one!

[@mrbill8542]

Derek, you could use those foam ear plugs to plug that steering box hole-just squeeze it till it slides in then it swells and seals the hole-eazy-peezy !!

[@wanderinmoose5534]

Well Derrick I've got to say you did an outstanding job on wiring Charlotte ! You my friend are a true craftsman !!

[@samsmallrn]

Dont get me wrong, i love a good revive. But I've never been more excited to see video 4 of a guy building this mean girl named Charlotte. Love these more in detail builds. I learn so much from them. Love any content you bring out Derek.