Strap in for a boring 20min of me answering the most common questions I get all the time

[@RBPx1]

Keep up the AWESOME work Chris. Your Chanel has come a long way over the past few years.... Amazing Cars and thanks for producing great videos for us fans!!!

[@oldschool6345]

Any hemi cars in the lot? Daytona's interest you? Enjoying life is a worthwile pursuit. Good for you, I've seen guys with more than most will ever have and still chase the things they don't. My 2cents.....sell some. You can only drive one at a time anyways. If you have 6-8 cars on the road it's plenty to keep up with by itself. I too have suffered from "I wants" and too many projects. You never get to them all, you change direction before you get there. It's just human nature. I enjoy your videos, especially the metal work (saved the firewall! Lol). Your explanations in assembly are great, particularly with replacement metal. And hey, if the worst thing you do is have too many project cars.... you're doing alright. Thanks for sharing

[@calebvines3966]

Awesome always fun to watch whatever you do.

[@CHIPNDEATH]

working for yourself, doing the job you love,,, Sir you are so lucky . "Living your life"

[@raym3036]

Mopars have historically had a higher price on the market. Wish I bought a few back in the 70's, 80's. Yours is the best video builds and roadtrips on you tube. Thanks for sharing!

[@wheels-n-tires1846]

I hate that. I was into 68s before they were cool LOL... I hate that my fav cars are so insanely expensive now...😠

[@elisemcclymont8029]

Love your videos and cars. Here in Australia you would need to have a few acres and big shed for all your cars and the work that you do. Keep up the great work. Cheers

[@theguru-s2l]

Hey Chris, i have to congratulate you on the growth of your channel, 40k subs! Most of these questions you get is probably from newer subscribers, but i know you keep answering them in your normal videos. Like why dont you get a shop. Its been answered before, you said that you like working so close to home, and the costs of a shop in vegas is rediculous. Who wants to just work and not have time to play? Lol. Keep it up, this is one of my favorite car channels and the only mopar orientated one at that.

[@wjb111]

What do your neighbors think of you? 😂😂😂😂😂😂 I don’t give a F 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Dude, you’re living my dream. My dad was an engineer at Chrysler back in the 60’s and he had some fine Mopars into the 70’s.

[@littlebang556akarob]

Well said...Way too many people over work themselves and never get time to enjoy life... Do YOUR thing NOW... Thumbs up all the way.

[@barrydevlinred]

Love ur vids mate appreciate the update cant wait for the next patina video

[@moparcinderella8937]

Wildberry toaster strudels are the bestest. 😁

[@tint661]

Man the early eighties were a good time for buying Mopars. I used to be into E bodies. They all needed work but you could pick up a decent one for $2500 or one that needed quarters or frame rail work for around $500. I kick myself for not buying a 72 running Charger a friend offered me. He wanted me to buy his Charger for $2500. It was a 340 automatic SE. I think your doing fine, and if your happy with your lifestyle, that's half the battle to a good life.

[@wheels-n-tires1846]

Bought a rough 70 Challenger with later 360 and drove it home back in 92 in Norfolk VA for $600... Car was stolen before I could finish it😠

[@MJHKing1]

Great reminder to enjoy life and to not always be chasing situations that make your life more complicated and stressful. Love your perspective. Looking forward to watching your journey continue

[@darrenbutland2056]

Felt the same way about the luggage rack, now I think they are pretty cool looking. Even cooler with a boat load of beer strapped to it!

[@petergiarratano3812]

By the way, still love your "how I did it" fabrication work. Many of us have no idea what's involved and are amazed at the expertise that goes into tearing them down and putting them back together really is.

[@roycebrown3447]

Great video! Thanks for discussing what you see people paying in relation to asking price. That seems to be the main point of contention. The price knockers seem to think that everyone is only paying a fraction of the listed price. I'm pretty sure that is a myth and that seems to line up with your real world experience. If they were priced too high then they wouldn't be selling. I've been watching Chargers for almost 3 years now and these listing typically don't last an entire week. It wouldn't surprise me if they even go up more. I want to build one after I'm done with my Coronet and I understand that if you want a Charger then you need to pay the Charger premium.

[@petecrabtree6734]

Great video as always keep on keeping on 🇺🇸💪😁👍

[@danpatterson8009]

Another piece of advice might be "If the asking price is reasonable, and you feel compelled to haggle anyway, you're free to do so- but understand that it's at the risk of blowing the whole deal." I've seen it happen. Glad to see those cars in the hands of someone who just plain likes them.

[@Patriot-fl3ch]

Love the mopar's!!! I have a 68 charger myself!!!

[@wheels-n-tires1846]

68s are my fav... Was my first car as a kid, and have had 5 over the years. I need one more, and will keep it til I die. The fight between five kids over it after I go will be epic LOL!!

[@Romanm1957]

Hey Chris, I seen your General Lee with trailer attached parked at Walgreens yesterday, I wanted to take a picture but by the time I got turned around you had left. Glad to see you really use your cars. Thanks for the videos and see you around!

[@briane.5656]

I had a '71 R/T 440 4-speed, pretty close to mint after all the money I put into it. Sold it for $8,500. In 1989. Had to, couldn't afford to keep it back then. Sad to say but I don't expect to ever be able to afford another, at least not in that condition. So now I pretty much stick to Sweptlines. They've gone up in price, too, but not near as much, and they are still mighty fine Mopars. :-)

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Guys like me who who only own one charger grab what we see and hold on without letting go, regardless what we paid, because it doesn't matter that some of us overpaid if we never intend to sell. Especially if we have tons of fun messing around with it regardless of what a pile it may be.

[@remington7009]

Would love to own that red 68 rt!!! Can’t wait for triple black to roll in the driveway that car is gonna be epic!!

[@mrmoss149]

" I'm a dumbass. So.... Yeah". 😂😂😂 We ALL are, Chris. Thanks for posting. LMFAO

[@Nathanmr19771]

Enjoy every video bud!! Keep em coming as long as you can !! No nonsense here!

[@deopersad2915]

Awesome 👍🏾 I like patina will you put a clear coat over the top of it ? Be awesome to see them done in the future 👍🏾🤙🏼

[@rangerack5839]

Hey Chris do you work on customer cars? Because my dad has a 1971 Dodge Charger 318, gold, vinyl top, original motor, brown interior. I was wondering if you could replace the quarter panels because it was built in Pennsylvania and it is now located in Oklahoma. The reason why I’m asking is because it was his first car and it hasn’t ran since 1989.

[@alanstackhouse2939]

You tooked the one I had my eye on..The black one from Columbia City..lol 😭 But,I am glad to see someone like you has it.🤗

[@musclecargarage8882]

Muscle car forums are also another good place to find cars. Thats where i found mines. There was a 68 charger 6 cylinder survivor car thats on ebay right now for 42k crazy

[@tristanflynn6381]

Hello Chris, love the your videos and content. My question would be, what is your favorite sources for parts? Mainly body panels/ frame rails. Trying to find the best deal for all the body parts I need for my 70’ charger. Thank you and keep up the good work 👍

[@DScaglione.]

Commenter #5 says: Keep Rockin’ Chris!!! 😎

[@dannycurtis1744]

I can handle the patina finished, but hate the lower rear valence rot. Can you meet me half way and just do that bit but patina finish it. Even though i would love to see it painted like the trunk pan you done 👍👍

[@russ5287]

Always liked the Charger 68 ,69, 70 I immediately loved the c Charger when I first watched The Dukes Of Hazzard I own a 2012 Charger SE yeah I know it's an SE but at the time I didnt have HEMI money But any way MAYBE in a year or so I'll probably step it up to a HEMI 🤷‍♂️

[@1970chrgrrt]

First I’d like to thank you for your videos!!! You are very knowledgeable and make it look so easy!!! I was wondering if you have any tips as to where to drill the holes for the floorpan gas pedal mount? Or do they sell a template? My 70 charger has had that all gone due to collector gasket blowing and floor all rotted.... I’ll be butt welding in new amd patch and leaving as much original as possible. Love that you are saving all these cars, keep up the good work!!! Thanks in advance for any tips

[@Schleprockification]

Thank you for the answers to many questions.

[@JeffOehlsen]

If the Chargers were worthless.......me too. I love them. I would have a bunch if they were 1500 like when I bought mine back in the 80s

[@wheels-n-tires1846]

Me too!! I was into them before they were cool LOL!!! Now Ill be lucky to afford another one before I die...😠

[@searay2630]

Chris you need to make a trip to Illinois. There is a salvage yard called MOPAR CITY. They are going be closing their doors permanently soon. They have been in business for over 50 years...

[@davidlachapelle3303]

Chris Clear Coat Patina it looks good the way it is......I also like 68-70 Dodge Chargers but can't find them in Michigan for a Decent Price.

[@gibthekid]

Keep the overhead low...You don't need a shop...Or if you do get a shop...live in the shop. "Low rent...Low risk"...Good way to live.

[@petergiarratano3812]

John Jay - ME...! I was thinking the same thing and laughed when I read your comment.

[@jarredleopard1529]

There is farm in matlock washington we call the "Mopar farm" 2 69 chargers, some challengers, cudas, darts etc

[@GeorgegwrRapley]

Is the turquoise 1968 roadrunner with the white vinyl top and mushed front clip that you found in a Cali salvage yard still available? I would be interested.

[@randomprecisionmotors3130]

I had a '77 Granada that had a Rack-and Pinion steering rig that was meant for a Pinto, and I must have gone through 5 of those racks before I sold the car out of aggravation of constantly changing out racks...351W Granada too, from the factory...never seen one bigger than a 302 until that car...

[@tracychaffin4410]

You work to live , Not live to work. That’s me work to live and enjoy life.cool collection.

[@SnowTax]

Chris, How old were you when you bought your first 2nd gen Charger?

[@jeffpriem4888]

Chris, your awesome videos are to blame for the increase in Charger values.. thank you!!!

[@raym3036]

Next time maybe discuss some of your go to tools and where you get your parts and supplies. Completely understand no wanting the overhead of a shop. Plus the distractions that would come with that.

[@tamla63]

Always interesting to hear your “bullshit” Chris! 😀 Keep up the good work and thanks for the Daisy update! 😎

[@relaxinmaxin7246]

I follow Chris for his tips and techniques in metal work but if I see any coke bottle chargers I will share. When on Craigslist look on Auto parts it doesn't cost sellers to post there.

[@gregorykern9679]

I didn't see Lennard's car on the side yard. Did you finish it?

[@jessicawells5145]

The coolest and cheapest car I ever found was in 98,71 HEMI cuda clone convertible for 12thousand, at the time I thought that was a fortune. Looking back now ,was a steal

[@georgeskassouf1193]

Where is the made out of bondo charger and where is the F6green charger and are you going to do anything with the R/T se green fully loaded charger?

[@alfoncesmithe]

Brilliant Chris man your very funny just love your channel, I call you "The Magician", work your magic, (Skill) at fixing these amazing cars, I have a question for you when covid-19 has gone away and we can travel again would you take me around (in SMURF) that fast track in Vegas that you have filmed with SMURF & I'll pay for the gas!!😂👍ever since The DUKES I've loved CHARGERS but couldn't afford to run one 😭 it would be so amazing. What ever happened to "CHRISTINE",& In the right color, I think you said you would keep & restore it, be amazing to see & here🤣. All the best take care☕😊😎✌🌟🗽☕👍

[@jamiemineer4879]

You had a ‘68 charger 2 years ago that I saw on Craigslist myself. It was located in Toledo. It looked like Patina. The previous owners were asking around $25k so I was curious if that was the same car. You must have sold it.

[@nealelliott]

I'd love to see what you're going to do with the yellow 71' cuda that's all smashed up.

[@scottt8424]

Hey Chris thank you for the video I enjoyed it and I didn't think it was long enough honestly

[@stevenhagebusch9561]

The thing about classic cars is there worth what your willing to pay.....ive stole some real nice cars and been robbed for some really shooty ones lol...but of course the popular cars always demand a price with the name GTO challenger charger chevelle ect......dont feel bad i have 23 cars and people think im nuts and ya only about 9 are on the road the rest are in various steps of build.....

[@thecajunpaw6041]

Love the Q/A. and update.Q sir do you have plans on fix your dad's truck. Diesel or gas upgrade

[@sammykinman2122]

I have a 1970 challenger rt 426 hemi sunroof plum crazy purple 4 speed A34 super track 4.10 what rear gear should ivhave for cross county

[@vernoncarroll9839]

Great video. Those were good questions that we all had thought about. 👍🏻

[@yavin99]

Theres a guy a couple miles from me with a panther pink Dart and 73 lime green Cuda sitting in his back yard and I always wondered how often people bug him about those cars but the Cuda has been sitting outside for years and looks like it has original paint because its so faded but it doesn't look to rusty.

[@junkerup]

Just ask him about it bud

[@yavin99]

@@junkerup If I had enough to give him a fair offer I would have, but its crazy seeing two cars like that sitting outside although the Dart looks recently painted so I assumed he at least wanted the Dart but the Cuda hasn't moved in years although it doesn't look bad besides the faded paint.

[@mikeunger7364]

Hi Chris, I watch your videos because I have a thirst for knowledge and never took any courses in mechanics (I'm a physician). Can you share your opinion on bypassing the ammeter on a 68 b body, practical improvements on how you wire your cars to make them less prone to breaking down? It's hard to find good videos on wiring harnesses and tips on how to troubleshoot turn signal switch gremlins and other things like that. Any help would be GREATLY appreciated.

[@1armedguy4]

Wouldn't a dry sump set-up remedy the oiling problem.Good luck !

[@johnkukuk3555]

Good video and words of wisdom thanks

[@markwilhelm168]

Dude you are just like me! I have 20+ cars and 40 motorcycles and maybe 2 or 3 run but only 1 legal to drive right now. But only 2 Chargers.

[@franklong8573]

Love the Duster , just ask Jed how much I love Dusters.

[@frankallenjr7251]

When did you start collecting chargers? What is your Bucket List Charger?

[@shoominati23]

You should restore the slant 6 charger back to standard. I guarantee you will get trophies from it, because its not something you see anywhere. A friend did the same with a 65 mustang straight 6, left it completely standard and won best in show at 2 shows and various other trophies.

[@mikeconshafter2434]

Absolutely love your knowledge. Will any of your cars be original/ stock? Great videos!

[@carycmpagna1327]

Great show like how talk so down. To earth.

[@79tazman]

Strawberry toaster strudel is the bomb so is strawberry with cream cheese I have them every morning

[@lonnieairsman9215]

What was your first charger

[@jimc8802]

I saw a charger in a carport thing from i40 in Arizona. Just before exit 355. Looked like an old 69

[@thebigpicture2032]

Those guys that are stuck in the 80’s on a Charger’s pricing jump to 2021 when it’s time to sell.

[@The01Bookie]

Those guys don’t probably own chargers anymore otherwise they would know the value! Lol

[@nelsonbattis2763]

Run and drive mean little...its that vin plate thats the car..Smart people buy piles of junk you wouldnt use for a boat anchor..But if it has a good title and vin plate..All u need is deep pockets to restore it ..there not making them anymore!!!!!

[@D4VE26]

Your living a good life sir!

[@marcowerner8835]

HAHA stil love to watch your videos, pls more, and btw whats with the old police car? Tschüss

[@muppetmk1]

Just one , what happened to the supertac pack coronet R/t ?? Super cool car

[@Michael-rq5oq]

thanks ,not long enough ,would watch for hours

[@shannonschneider8413]

Here's a question,you have all of these juicy mopars in the build,throw it down to all of the MOPAR fiends,all of them,pick a car outta a collection,and build it to your own driver,and I mean daily as funk

[@curtiscross8906]

KZbin ad popped up just as the hood opened on Patina. I thought to myself thats a great teaser.

[@shaunclifton5281]

Did you sell the 71 Charger that you bought a few years ago ?

[@stonemason848]

WB had you beat with the Duke boys. soooooo many wrecked.

[@wingerfan1]

Chris I know where Patina's twin Charger is. You interested? It would be your furthest Charger haul to date.

[@jeffpriem4888]

I'm interested..!!

[@wingerfan1]

@@jeffpriem4888 They are asking 30k its a 383 car I believe.

[@cougariog8817]

Groovy tunes

[@petespanel]

Great vid.

[@LesPorter]

Question: What changes/upgrades would you recommend if someone wanted to convert a classic Mopar into a year round daily driver?

[@davidcole5842]

Good video ! you got knowledge and skills matey

[@charliefrisbie3764]

@junkerupChrisbirdsong , Here's a question : We All Know you Love 2nd Generation Chargers. My question is which year is your Personal Favorite? Mine is of course,the 68

[@paulknight1879]

Can u please put more vlogs on your channel to do with all of what u r doing with the cars I miss watching u doing stuff with them all so please please think about it ...😀😀😃😃😃😃

[@VintageCars999]

I live in Chicagoland (suburbs) and have never seen a classic Charger. Seen classic/vintage vehicles of other makes though. Been trying to figure out if there is a junkyard I can walk around with pre 90s vehicles in them. Also looking for a 99-01 Chevy Silverado but living in the rust belt, yeah, and I don't have enough space for additional vehicles. Dang it! 😄 Would love to have a 68 Charger though.

[@johndeffenbaugh5709]

Got one for sale down here by me in louisiana for 10k

[@VintageCars999]

@@johndeffenbaugh5709 Charger or Silverado?

[@johndeffenbaugh5709]

@@VintageCars999 sorry 68 charger

[@VintageCars999]

@@johndeffenbaugh5709 oh ok. Yeah. Gunna need the Silverado to tow for that. Plus I don't yet have that kind of money yet lol but I'm sure if the Charger is good you'll find a buyer for it. 😁

[@johndeffenbaugh5709]

@@VintageCars999 there's a place in southern IL that has some chargers aswell I'm originally from central IL

[@AdamBass01]

When is a charger deemed "not fixable"? How much does it cost normally to get a charger into a decent shape? Do you have to be a experienced welder to weld body panels? What all work on a charger can be done by the local average Joe in a basic garage with basic tools?

[@johndeffenbaugh5709]

You can fix pretty much any of them depending how much you want to spend on one you can spend a good chunk on panels alone you figure roughly 750 per fender roughly 400 per quarter 600 roof skin all depends on how rough ya buy it in my front and rear frame rails are gone so I bought another b body donor car for the price of one frame rail.

[@andymartin4747]

I just found a running 72 challenger with 340 and rally pack. It’s running and the guy told me 4500 since it needs work. I just don’t have the cash right now

[@hotrodfury]

what are your plans for that old 58 plymouth fury?

[@skullbreakercustoms]

I love chargers so much I would devote my life to worship them

[@kevinhumphrey932]

Have ya tuned very many 440 6-pack charger's

[@wheels-n-tires1846]

Finding cars and chasing rumors used to be so fun!! The internet has made it easier, but not nearly as fun or as much work!! I got a 68 Charger through a police officer that had actually drawn his gun on me during a traffic stop (was grabbing my front plate from under seat to show him, oops...) Once I got frisked and explained myself, the convo changed to the 68 I was driving and.... Chased a myth/rumor of multiple Superbirds owned by a local Chevy guy for a year, only to find them by accident just days after the guy sold them for almost nothing. Saved one 68 Charger from a mobile crusher literally by SECONDS, by jumping a fence and blocking the forklift driver... Oh the stories....😲😁

[@curtiscross8906]

Which one of your projects will be complete first, Patina, General?

[@keithbrown5759]

The jonny on the spot. Ive bought a couple dream vehicles for cheap that way. Just get lucky i guess. Ive never been stuck looking for more than a month yet. But defenently dont try to be jonny with no cash.

[@joeroad6618]

To this day I still kick myself for selling my 68 Charger back in 85 for $3500, but it paid for 2 years of college, so that was a plus.

[@Deucealive75]

In 85 3500 to 4K would get you a real nice Charger.

[@jonellwanger7258]

🤣🤣 just imagine IF You still had it, and sold it today. You would still only pay for two years of collage.