So what’s in the 55? Engine, Trans, Rear End and CAM SPECS!

What’s in the 55? Engine, trans, rear end and CAM SPECS!

[@ericgreen4390]

I’d like to see video on the carb tuning. This is by far my favorite KZbin channel

[@champlakers04]

+1 A start to finish carn series would be great. I have a big block chevy and know nothing about carbs

[@ericgreen4390]

I’m pretty good with Holleys not so much with the others

[@jacobwilson4124]

agreed and the street secrets to them ;)

[@carguytim9913]

Same here

[@Mass_hole508]

@@champlakers04 I couldn't agree more. My father and i are struggling with the carbs on his 55. Any little bit will help lol.

[@briannachapman5982]

Pop's I know you have more on your plate but I would like to see carb build your great teacher

[@ConemantheBarbarian]

When you mentioned the year you were born I thought to myself you’re ten years younger than me. If you’re the old man that makes me bloody ancient! Oh by the way you’ve got the best channel on KZbin! All the best to you and yours

[@danielmorris3687]

Lol. He's 11 younger than me and I was thinking the same. How the heck did this happen? I swear I just turned 18 a few years ago and bang...58!

[@quickdeuce]

LOL and 25 years younger than me,, heck two of my kids are older than 'ol Dad,, but neither ME nor my kids can hold a candle to the skills 'ol Dad owns AND we never chased drag racing like this wonderful family do which is why I am so drawn to them, all of them. The raporte' he has with his Wife and kids, his Mom and Dad is admirable,, a relationship that is seldom seen these days and that is a shame. Family values,, that's what America needs to get back to or we're doomed as a Nation.

[@rodneyf.9595]

Feeling the same brother 😂

[@rodneyf.9595]

@@danielmorris3687 Feeling the same way

[@slo_5.0h49]

And a year younger than me. LOL apparently he ain't the old man after all!

[@1320quick]

Absolutely love the 55! I'm a huge fan of old school cars like the 55. I've got a 57 with a 377, M20 and 4.10's. I built it exactly the way I would have built it in high school as that is what I still think is cool. It's isn't fast by today's standards but it always puts a smile on my face. Racing it at a nostalgia race this coming weekend.

[@mikebodden2886]

Brother ! YOU are the heart and soul of that operation and those boys are dam lucky to have a father as you !

[@mikebodden2886]

And if that ole dog could talk !!!!!! Lol ❤️

[@mikebodden2886]

❤️

[@chandlerfrazier]

I would love to see anything about carburetors. From basics to advanced tuning like you it took on the 55. Just the way you can explain things makes them easier to understand. And the way the S-10's rip speaks volumes of your experience.

[@christygore3518]

Yes sir I'm all about learning and the carb set up. GT

[@joepatenaude3957]

All fast cars have carburetors

[@wayneanthony9386]

Great video. Car reminds me of my 55 that I bought from a friend in 1968. Fortunately I still have the car. After my kids left home to start their adult lives I pulled the car out of storage in 1995 and did a frame off restoration with many updates and have been enjoying it for 20 plus years.

[@Rickybobby1k]

My dad unfortunately passed away about two years back., me being a dumbass kid didn’t take advantage of gaining all his knowledge, carb tuning and valve adjusting is something I’d like to see and learn to get his 383 stroker nova going again, want to drop a solid roller in it. Was always his plan. For some odd reason this channel and you remind me of him quite a bit. Keep up the great content.

[@ReinersRigs]

Definitely would like to see the carb setup and how you tune it your way. Always fun learning new things!

[@bosshog4292]

I can't get over how good your channel is for someone just starting out. I Love all the back stories on the cars and its cool how you include the dogs in the videos...Great job!

[@nealmason905]

June pup got quickest reaction time on the crew!! ⚡🐕

[@deerdust3040]

Great story and very cool for you to keep the old 55 running. I'm sure your dad is proud to see it too.

[@joeboyko2138]

Great story, just like all of them. The icing on the cake was when you mentioned the FM Converter. We didn't have a gang of options back then, and it's amazing a simple device brought years of happiness. Thank you sir

[@jimwilfong4384]

Great history give your dad a hug for keeping it stock looking

[@joekizonu9503]

My mom and dad went to Los Vegas to get married in his 56 210 in 1975, I came a long 9 mo later. The 56 was my first car. On the way out to Edwards afb when I was 19 I had a blow out and rolled off the freeway and totaled it. My dad and I took the 327 and 4speed and built a nova.

[@georgebowman5133]

I love this car. My first car was a '55 210 2 door that was stripped. No interior, no drive train, just boxes of parts. I was 13 when my Dad bought it for me for my birthday. I got a Craftsman tool set for Christmas and my Dad says, "Ok, make it run". The 55 Chevy is my favorite car!!

[@rickscott6239]

I've got a 4yr old Pitt, and she NEVER leaves my side, even if she waits in the truck for me to return. Being it's hot down here in Florida and I leave the windows all the way down for her and she's always stayed in the truck with the exception of one time when she was 2mos. old.😎👍

[@davidwiner8571]

That 55 is just so beautiful. Cars like that are timeless in there beauty. Nothing like a old car with a good small block and 4 gear

[@mpip3365]

You’re awesome old man. Don’t sell yourself short when it comes to your knowledge. You sir are extremely gifted when it comes to hot rods!! Thank you for another great video. Love the content.

[@dalegroves1918]

Love the story and the 55. Your ride along partner is a beauty too.

[@WhiteManXRP]

YOU ARE A GREAT HUMAN BEING !! JUST WANTED TO SAY THAT YOU BRING TEARS TO MY EYES ON A WEEKLY BASIS ! YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, ITS JUST SO GOOD TO SEE, THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO " DAD " MAKES ME PROUD!

[@centermass4962]

55 model has always been my favorite year model.

[@arthurfricchione8119]

Great car. My neighbors 3 boys older than myself would let me help them on summer nights back in the mid 60s build a 57 Chevy with a 327 and two four barrel carbs and a 4.56 rear. Great times great fun. Their family eventually moved out to California and I went in the Navy at 17 and eventually wound up in Nam. Really do miss those days. It’s when you had a car it became family. You would have fit right in back in those days. Cars in my opinion went down crapper I’d say around 72 and I feel never came back. That’s why watching your channel brings back so many good memories. I got my Christmas package from you guys. Great stuff. Thanks for sharing the videos. Artie 🇺🇸😊

[@larryhendricks3896]

No pedestals old man. We just call it like we see it. You're good people doing what you love as a family and that's all any of us should want. I believe you fill a gap for a lot of us. Whatever the gap may be. Directly after starting watching SRC I felt the need to get my car back on the road. That was a little over 2 yrs ago and I am almost finished. I figure I have 2 months left and I'll be rolling in it for the first time in 17yrs Built 393 backed by a C4 (Vickers may be building me a powerglide for it). 9inch rear with 370 gears and an auburn unit. 1968 Mercury cougar XR7.

[@jamiewaddell1598]

Fantastic brilliant love that 55 chevy. Love the story brilliant have a great weekend. James from Scotland 👍👍

[@dalesteinecke949]

Love that old 55 Thanks for sharing the story More storys to come !!!!

[@nsrvtqc]

The old man is the star of the show. June "hold me kibble"

[@bryantracing3022]

Your the only family who shares everything about u and it's the only channel I watch period but i wish u guys all the best stay safe my friend gods speed

[@troyledbetter6597]

Thanks for taking the time to share the car with us.

[@scottrussell2281]

Bill, she loves to ride. You are a good man for looking after June the way you do.

[@kenbird4873]

Yes, a very special car Bill, thanks for the memorable history on it. Have a great weekend and good luck racing.

[@rafaelbonilla3759]

Great history, You should take it to car show! People will love it....I know I love it.

[@blackwidowracing5193]

This is a really cool story keep them coming

[@dssd650]

Love the history of the the car! Your family is very lucky to have been able to keep it in the family!

[@gregorygraham8810]

Yes on tune and airbleeds . Thank you .

[@strokerace14bp]

Thankx 4 the tour! FM converter brought back memories. Clutch cars r King!

[@chadsims9257]

Awesome video, reminds me of our 56 2dr post we bought from the original owner. When I was 6or7 My dad always.(like every month )took me to look or try buy this old car that sit in our neighbors house. He never would sale it. Well 35 years went buy and the owner passed away ,weeks went by and his son came to.start getting ready to sale his dad's house and my old man seen him down there and tried one more time to buy car. They guy said he would let him know in few weeks. The son come by my dad's house and said he found a note from his dad from many years ago that said give Mr Sims first option to buy his car. Well long story short we got the car for $1500 but my old man never got to drive or ride in it he passed away and I got it going and we take her out every time weather permits. Awesome video brother. Keep doing what you do

[@johnmccabe7920]

One of my first cars was a 55 Chevy with a 350 out of a Corvette. It had a tunnel ram on it and it was a four-speed. Fell in love and drove it to Oregon and back after I fell out of love. It was a strip down 210 business coupe. How I would love to have that car now

[@agtuber1719]

My dad had a 68 camaro. luv that car but he got rid of it when i turn 15 i didnt talk to him for mouths after but my dads gone now miss him and that car wish he wouldve keep it he was afraid i would take it one night car was a beast he could put a hundo on dash u would never be able to grab it luv what u do with your boys keep up good work

[@chrislong8069]

I'm absolutely in love with the 55. 1 of my favorite cars ever

[@davidjenkins1958]

Growing up in Pittsburgh in the 70’s I worked at a Boron Gas Station, we sold Atlas tires and they were a great tires, even when they first came out with Radial tires, they were just a great tire.

[@bradpittman5075]

You are a good dad. And a legit American. Never give up. God bless.

[@waltere.mellin3537]

That's one sweet '55. Geez that engine sounds great.

[@WhiteManXRP]

YOUR WISDOM IS OTHERWORLDLY VERY VERY WISE, AND I LEARN ALOT

[@roblavoie8431]

Living the dream... stay blessed pops

[@dalekochkoch6388]

I love the small family you are 😊😊😊

[@ericbengtson3490]

Very cool 55. Love how you are keeping it old school. I am 47 as well. My 72 Nova has been with me for over 20 years .

[@jermainegibson9513]

You’re a awesome guy you explain things in a manor that is awesome I don’t have a Hotrod you make me want one really bad

[@Rozza43]

I take my dog everywhere with me, to work,to the store....just everywhere. Dogs are man's best friend for a reason, we create such strong bonds with them, they are literally life changing.

[@cassiusdante2216]

My Dog has been riding in my Mechanic's Truck. Since he was 12 weeks old. He's 11years now . Dogs are Awesome

[@Rozza43]

@@cassiusdante2216 My pup is almost 14 months, he makes a great shop dog at work, he just hangs out and gets lovins from customers and delivery drivers.

[@blackwaterdogs4256]

Nice walk down Memory Lane, Bill....thanks for sharing ! Makes me miss "the old days", when I had a 210 with a small-journal 327, and then a `55 Sedan Delivery with a 396 L78 motor, 4-speed, and 4.56 12-bolt rear. Lots of fun !

[@jasonhayden7597]

Thank.You for another great video and Thank you for taking the time to make another one. I always look forward to them.

[@JKZ103]

Love the history of the ole car! Good stuff pops keep it coming!!!

[@thomasknight3975]

Go Zoom old man go zoom... I had one of them old FM converters in my very first car... sitting with a tear in my eye listening about the ole 55... God bless and may the lord always have ya'll in his favor...

[@captjack2112]

I'd never race it as the risk of damage can never replace the memories it represents. Personally that is. Stull beautiful car to take out n cruise

[@starionslider2116]

Love that car and it’s patina just the way it is. Wayyy better to enjoy it rather than constantly be worried about it. Thing fires up on like 1/2 crank which is also awesome. 🤙

[@chuckvenable6183]

I like the story very interesting I love listening to old storys like that love your Viedos and your Family! from Chuck

[@mikeburke7267]

Pops your a wrench God. I absolutely love your channel. God bless. Fan from Portland Oregon Mike Burke

[@chevelleranch7481]

LOVE that car and love the history! What a lucky family to have preserved such an epic car. There is nothing like a black 55 chevy sedan! Thanks for sharing the story.

[@alanswift8805]

Nice 55 and it's good that it's still in the family. And by all means that 55 sounds pretty good. Good luck guys at the races.

[@mikerequa820]

Well I loved the 55 first time I saw it. Now after hearin about your mom n dad buyin it I really love it. That is a great story. My son in law inherited his dad's 55 after he passed away had a 327 4 gear with double hump head aluminum intake hadn't ran in prolly 40 years told him I could get it runnin he wasn't sure what he was gonna do tried to buy it he wasn't sure bout 2 weeks later guy just showed up at my house with trailer to pick up 55 I told him it wasn't goin nowhere till they told me they sold it sure enough didn't even give me a chance to buy it almost gave me a heart attack couldn't believe family would do that I wanted that car so badly mainly because it was his dad's he was only owner and he was family. Guess it'll bother me till I'm gone. Sorry about the long rant. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@maxfastest]

My dog who is the same breed. She will about lose her mind if she doesn't get to go for a ride with me ! No questions asked. She's always ready ! Don't know what I'd do without her !

[@stanks347]

I really like your explanation on the tech stuff. You really make it easy to understand and have a great patience for explaining things. This is one of my favorite channels. Great job!!!

[@tminner59]

Love the old story's! Wish my father was still around to tell me story's about his car I'm currently getting going after 47 years. Keep em coming pops !

[@donaldmcleish5194]

I absolutely love that car bill would not change a thing👍👍👍

[@charliethornton2891]

Ive never seen a 55 chevy in such excellent original shape.

[@joshuajzapata2428]

I love that 55 alot... I can't wait to see more about it..

[@funk7875]

I had a 355 flat top motor in my 66 Nova that I used to race. Loved it! In fact I still have both. My first car. I'm 70 today so I do remember all the old stuff you were pointing out.

[@robertwoodham1799]

My dad had a primered black 55 Chevy 210 post car with a 327and Holley 750 double pump. He had that same shifter and boot on a rock crusher 4- speed. Brings back some memories cruising around Douglasville, Ga and racing mustard stains (mustangs)

[@gregsimon9061]

My dad was born in Massillon Ohio in 1912, had family that lived in Zanesville too. You remind me so much of my dad, our racing path was a little different, my brother started racing at the age of 5 before I was born, going in circles from the age of 5-12, then in high school he would drag my dads 57 Ranchero, three on the tree until my dad got tired of putting cluster gears in it, so a four speed was installed with a floor shifter, them motorcycle racing for the both of us then midgets and sprint cars, but my dad was a fan of all racing, growing up in Pomona, Ca with so many drag strips we went often. Thanks for your videos, it makes me remember the good ol days, especially being retired now . I see you shaking your head sometimes at your kids, my dad did the same as I did with mine 😂

[@ispeedalot1]

loved the FM converter, now all you need is the power booster! definitely a cool time capsule. Thanks for sharing.

[@musclecarmaniacs9789]

I LOVE that ol' 55. Quite a piece of family history. Very kool...

[@Giuseppe_De_Bellis]

Love when you say "mum and dad..." great family story. Love your car! Cheers from Italy! ☺️

[@tode5675]

Love your '55! I drive an original '56 panel still with a 235 3 speed 10 bolt.

[@quickdeuce]

That 4:56 is perfect since you guys most likely have no intention of taking it on freeway drive, it's an around town fun car to drive and has no other duties. You have other rigs set up for freeway hauls so why would you want to change what works The Sun tack looks alot like the Sun Super we used to desire back in the late '60's and we do note that you have the shift mark set at about 5700 even though you likely NEVER look at it,, you shift by ear. We LUV the car,, honestly LUV IT!

[@jeremystrickland7826]

Hell yeah awesome story love seeing videos of the 55 keep em coming

[@anthonyking4387]

Wa la i knew that was a tough rear end until you got the best out of it! Cool to beable to catch up on your history & giving me a good idea how to catch up on mine while it rains & get rest! I hope to run into yall one day at one of these tracs! You really make me miss my Dad, so all these kids out there really need to leave anything & all things ALONE that seperates them from people ....

[@curtfreeman8632]

Your 55 is a very cool old car. Not unlike like what you probably often hear, I had one just like it back in the day. The one car of many that I wish I had kept. Glad you still have yours. Enjoy the history of old cars like that. Thanks for sharing, Bill.

[@dewaynerobar915]

Love the car and history that goes along with it.

[@vernonyow1509]

Love that 55... My dad had one back in the 70s and 80s with flat 331 with trws solid lift cam and Muncie... Identical to your dad's but my dad's was blue with kragers

[@DSRE535]

You should have started this channel years ago, you are excellent at explaining and breaking things down for people in a calm simple manner, great job!!!!

[@keithfrisell4271]

Carb tuning would be awesome! Have a great day .

[@geoffreyp4615]

By far the best channel on KZbin!

[@powertripmatt9392]

I love hearing the stories. My dad has a Shelby with a story not too unlike your 55. Thank you for sharing, and teaching all of us along the way. Very interested in learning more about carb tuning

[@zzach6146]

Good morning pops and June!!!!!!

[@jeffgraham8474]

Yes please, carb tuning! Another cool video!

[@badass84bowtie]

Thank you for the run thru and history on the 55, I look forward to more! I will also cast another vote for carb tuning. I have been working on the airbleed/jet package on my 6.0ls s10. Knowledge is power.

[@gregsimon9061]

It is so great the love you have for the 55, some day I’m sure you will redo it with the tri power. I absolutely love listening to you explain all your endeavors.

[@Mattyhacks71]

There’s nothing cooler than a 55 Chevy, especially one with long family history. I think we’d love to see a carburetor video. I’m a young guy and struggling with tuning my Holley (I don’t have an old man in my family that has the experience you do) God bless you sir! Love your videos Matt from Canada

[@nickcarriker8359]

God bless you for making that carb work! I bought a 1050 proform for my big block and I never could make it work right. I ended up just ordering one from pro systems built for my engine.

[@eddiesantiago9106]

Pops you are the MAN !! Keep the videos coming!

[@timrayburn2461]

Another great video.And yes like so many others have said PLEASE show the carb tuning .

[@davehuckleberry9869]

I was born in 1955 & we had this exact car!!

[@frankharris2400]

I love love that 55 chevy!! My favorite car of all time. Beautiful time Capsule. I love the show you keep it real and I can respect that. 💯 God bless 🙌🙏❤

[@chrismilligan9696]

It seems like where ever your from there's always only one guy around that can tune a carb! Every day I click on just to see if you guys have done a video.. Thanks for taking the time..

[@rkinni]

Love the 55! My dad has a 57 I love cruising when I go back to Texas. Gotta love Heelers too! They're the best dogs. When I get time, I'm gonna stop by and talk to you guys one day.

[@dennisoliver9120]

Thank You Bill for doing this video. I love the sound of that 55 Chevy. Yes to carb tuning. Hearing the story from your Dad. Please make that happen.

[@quickdeuce]

Well 'ol Dad, be it just plain luck or what ever this lil '55 is among the sweetest sounding SB's I've ever heard. I can only guess just how sweet it sounds in person and I can bet you, your Pop and Mom can'thelp smiling when they hear it roll up to their house. You're a good Son 'ol Dad.We know it will NEVER be abused as long as anyone in your family own it.

[@hb91]

My dad had 3 55 n 2 57s all small blocks but the best one he sold his brother n sister n law which they still own it's two tone blue 355 4speed runs high 11s .it won bunch of races at edgewater in cleves ohio lot of great memory's growing up in cars n hotrodd

[@tonyprano3992]

😎 cool old 55, I love it! Way to keep the history alive.