The Wrenchmen | Chris' 1967 Pontiac GTO - Episode 1

[@gtoger]

I can't tell you how over the moon excited I am to have this car back on the road again. THANK YOU, +Hagerty. The whole experience has just been beyond amazing. We're so thrilled.

[@SeeOurWrecks]

Is that your GTO? It's a beauty. Burned out taillight, though :P

[@kevinhornbuckle]

Nice car, man. The body and paint look good.

[@gtoger]

SeeOurWrecks Yes, I have actually fixed that with some LEDs. Not only do they all work, but much brighter and faster response for safety!

[@gtoger]

Kevin Hornbuckle Thanks. She's a solid driver.

[@TheRunner72]

What kind of LED bulbs did you use? I was interested in getting LED lights for my car

[@MrGTO-ze7vb]

There is Nothing like the lines and styling of a 1967 GTO..!! Thank you John DeLorean

[@MichaelKahler01]

Hit the like button before even watching the show.. that's how great Hagerty's videos are. Keep up the good work guys!

[@mynameis9057]

What's better than this? ! getting another lovely old classic back out on her own 4 feet again prowling the Boulevards of America! just look at the joy on their faces! ! congrats and great feel good series! thanks y'all! ▪☆☆☆▪

[@anthonytomb8857]

love this new show

[@timothyfoleyjr2796]

I really enjoyed watching you guys put that “Tiger” back together. I am 70 years old. I had a ‘66 GTO and drove my girl to the Prom in it. The guy that double dated with me bought a ‘67. I liked mine because I actually filled out a build sheet and got what I wanted. If I had one today I would do a number of things to it that would probably make aficionados cry. Under the skin it would be a true “sleeper”. The things that make the modern Mustang Great . . . I would do.

[@A_Man_Of_Culture_]

As soon as I get a notification for Hagerty I stop what I am doing and instantly click it.

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Good show! Our 67 GTO is coming along nicely too. Same color! Love it!

[@gtoger]

Mariner Turquoise FTW. :)

[@DayRider76]

I just got my Pontiac back on the road today! All it took was a new set of Cooper Cobras! Good as new!

[@joeturbo7406]

Great show! Look forward to more episodes. It's always nice to see car enthusiasts helping each other out. One of the best parts of this hobby.

[@bobupchurch5830]

I love this new show. Thanks Haggerty and the Wrenchmen!

[@rolandbrown4572]

Great Show!! I cant wait till you drop the next one.

[@petetull9766]

Awesome viewing Davin & Matt Awesome!!! When she first fires & Comes to Life "NeverGotsOld" Chris lol ILuvIt!!!

[@racer193wr]

Another great show.. Keep it up. Honest and simple are the way to do shows like this..

[@IvoPoblete]

Can't say enough good things about this, Hagerty.

[@apethings7671]

Always awesome to see a millionaire. Get one of his cars from collection get free help. Brings a tear to the eye.

[@kevinhornbuckle]

I enjoyed the subdued feel of the production. Too many of these automotive vids are overblown these days. But a little deeper tech info would be good.

[@Stunnin305]

Kevin Hornbuckle said

[@Hagerty]

Thanks!

[@timjrvine]

Kevin Hornbuckle Exactly my thoughts. Not over the top just needs a touch more technical information. Otherwise spot on.

[@joebrown1382]

I'm from the muscle car days had 3 & this goat is a sweet ride.

[@garylawrence6848]

Love your show, thanks for helping to get the cars going again!

[@charliewelling3599]

Gee, I wish I knew these guys were in Dallas, they could have 25 miles to the west and got my 67 Mustang Fastback running. It's been sitting since 1996. Fortunately, at the age 71 I'll still be able to get it running, although a little help is always welcomed. Anyhow, good luck with the show and looking forward to future shows.

[@jimclarke1108]

Great job, as usual, and best looking GTO of all

[@CharlesPayneRunning]

Awesome footage! Great job Hagerty!!!

[@rdlytle65]

Great show. My brother-in-law's uncle had a '66 Goat convertible with a 4-speed. He was to sell it to me when he was ready. Long story short ... he forgot and traded it on a van and I had to "settle" for a '69 Judge.

[@MikeGuy993]

Great episode, and I think they will keep getting better as they go!

[@MrJohnnyRotten1]

I got the same problem in my garage.A '68 Merc. fastback out of California so 12 to 15 years ago that is rust free and came with a 426 Cobra Jet motor but it was taken out and sold before I got my hands on it.I pieced together another 428 CJ motor and had it pro shop built, had the original 428 CJ upgraded C6 auto trans rebuilt and installed the combo using CJ cast manifolds plus rebuilt the chassis both front and rear and brakes.It needs a few items reattached like trans. linkage,drive shaft,fuel lines and gas tank.The engine was pickled and has oil in it and the trans has 4 qts. of ATF type F in it but I ran out of time and money about 10 years ago.It still needs a battery and maybe antifreeze plus a headliner, minor interior work,the front end sheet metal re-installed and then to the body shop for 2 small dents remove, paint and some trim and windshield replaced.I have 99% of the parts to finish it but during the past 10 years I was forced into early retirement, my mother,who's husband my dad passed away about 20 years ago and my older sister's husband passed away last September, and both leaned on me for both physical help and financial aid these past 10 years.As a result of the time laps....now I am 70, my body just can not work like it did 10 years ago and my time and funds go to more important places than my dream "Street Sleeper". My question is simple.....Would you guys care to wake up, with my help of coarse, my sleeping giant with me in my garage with my tools.I have most anything to get it done with the exception of a paint booth and an alignment rack? Any help greatly appreciated, Grumpy1946

[@edwardsabo8368]

This is awesome

[@tismeDenis]

Great show :-) thanks Wrenchmen

[@Coronet777]

This show has some great potential, I'd love to see more of the details it took to get the Goat to run.

[@gtoger]

I never thought to shoot any video up until The Wrenchmen came, but I'm thinking about periodically doing some video of little projects and adventures with the car. I just don't know if it will (a) be interesting to anyone or (b) attract every troll on the Internet to tell me I'm doing everything wrong. Glad you liked The Wrenchmen, +Alex Lenhard. If you don't already have Hagerty for your collector car, I HIGHLY recommend them. Great people.

[@OutKastNYHC]

love the stealy in the background!

[@grandwagoneer7785]

Stunning piece of american iron.

[@xXxGnuVirusxXx]

Y'all are like roadkill but better because youre actually on youtube!!

[@6Sisu9]

Nicely done by the way!!

[@adavis2813]

Terrific show! I loved it because it looked like you did the job in a "normal guys garage", rather than a fully equipped mechanics shop (if that makes sense). I'm looking forward to more episodes from The Wrenchmen!

[@mmcar03]

Love this, can't wait for the next episode

[@bosse641]

it sounds great. ....V8 is a must.

[@shakerattleandrollgarage7223]

great show! hope yall keep it going.. 👍

[@rickallen6378]

Great show, great car. I have a 61 thunderbird that has been restored, but there are a few things left to do, you can come out and finish things up and make a show out of it. I am in Annandale, VA.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Badass gto! Wish my 67 looked this good

[@InvincibleExtremes]

emir kanakane i have a 67 gto clone, but its not this nice.

[@howardsalsitzj.d.7818]

Mine is the real McCoy!

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Howard Salsitz, J.D. did you weld it back up yourself?

[@howardsalsitzj.d.7818]

What are you talking about? I never said anything about reassembling or welding my GTO.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Howard Salsitz, J.D. just curious, here you are bragging about owning the real deal... was curious if you're the kind of guy who pays money and then brags or the kind of guy who saves a rotten pile and enjoys it....

[@v8sserieschevy917]

Love these videos!

[@rartdodger]

Nice production. Some quick shots of the other tasks, like changing & bleeding the brakes, checking the front brakes, would be nice. Notice there was a tail or brake light out on that first run... Always good to do a lights and systems check!

[@kd1s]

My experience with a 1967 GTO was one with an engine that had been bored out and the cam changed. Oh that baby could lay rubber with a 4 speed manual. I had a 1976 Pontias Trans Am with a 455 and a manual 4 speed.

[@domaleons]

Gotta love GTOs

[@ShadowEnduro]

Great! Love it so much!

[@--Zook--]

Good start, will be interesting to watch the show grow. I am also a little skeptical of the back story, for no other reason than I have trouble believing a guy can own a gto for 26 years and not want to learn how to work on it. But I also understand the difficulty of starting a show like this. Having said all that, I much prefer this type of show to all the drama car shows on tv right now.

[@ShyMacGyver]

I can appreciate what you're saying Greg. Having spent a few days with Chris, I know he was competent enough to put his GTO back together, I think he just got stuck on where to start... then life got in the way and the project went to the back burner. Thanks for the great feedback! I agree there is too much manufactured drama and fake issues in most TV car shows.

[@--Zook--]

Cool, thanks for the further info. I can totally understand life getting in the way. I have a suzuki sidekick with a audi 1.8t in it I've been playing with for several years. Had to put off finishing the ford 9" install like 4 times this summer because of life...lol Anyway, like I said good start and I will be watching future shows.

[@gtoger]

+Matt Lewis hit the nail on the head. I was completely intimidated, and needed a helping hand to get started. I'm over the moon to have the car back on the road, and could not have asked for better, more patient guidance from The Wrenchmen.

[@theramquest4advanture.]

My only beef with this show is, it's too short! Love what you're doing though, bring these great car back to live, keep up the good work!!

[@digcg]

the whole interaction was super awkward. still, great content!

[@anthonylach8089]

Cool show. Why didn't I know of this.

[@jnorthrop70]

Good show! Weird seeing an automotive show with no burnouts, long beards, tattoos or shaved heads. Nice change.

[@briangrogan910]

Forgot to fix the brake light at 10:54! Lol. Great job getting her back on the road!

[@spider1800]

what a nice concept, going around helping average hard working people out on their projects.

[@james29197634]

The right brake light was out at stop sign.

[@davidharris2178]

I noticed you have the foam air tub that's sealing the air filter to the hood. That's used for ram air, or just drawing air in thru the hood scoop. But, it appears your car has the closed hood scoop ornament for non-ram air cars. You should have the hood scoop opened up. I would cut, or locate, an open hood scoop ornament to allow the air to draw in.

[@gtoger]

Good eye, +David Harris. Actually, it's very hard to see, but the ornamental factory piece has been ground out from behind, leaving the "fins" in place. It looks good and is now functional but as that leaves the very flimsy metal fins to fend for themselves, may not be the permanent solution.

[@davidharris2178]

gtoger Very cool. I would be happy with that setup. Would be better at keeping leaves & debris out vs just cutting a hole. I think it would work out just fine. Great looking car in the video! I used to own a '67 w/the 400 HO.

[@davidharris2178]

gtoger Very cool. I would be happy with that setup. Would be better at keeping leaves & debris out vs just cutting a hole. I think it would work out just fine. Great looking car in the video! I used to own a '67 w/the 400 HO.

[@howardsalsitzj.d.7818]

My '67 Goat is closed but has the original thin Corvette style air cleaner. Mine is a 335 HP 400. Is yours (factory) 335 HP or 360 HP?

[@jackr244]

This is a great first episode! I related to the car, I have a '66 Tempest Sprint, also not a show piece but a beautiful driver. Chris, would you please tell me the size of the wheels and tires you're using? I like the look you've got going on. No chemistry? Did you see the look on Chris' face when it turns over and starts? "Did you read the tach?" "I was too excited." Priceless! I would have liked to have been let in on what was 'found' that fixed the no spark issue. I'm looking forward to more of these. Thanks Hagerty, Davin and Matt.

[@ShyMacGyver]

Thanks +Jack R! Chris will have to comment on the wheels and tire size, but I can answer the no spark issue. We installed a new engine harness with the engine. When we plugged it into the firewall connector, it pushed a pin back. Our luck, it was the crank positive to the coil. So, with key on we had voltage to the coil, but didn't under crank. Needless to say, it was an easy fix, but not such an easy diagnosis.

[@jackr244]

Thanks for the quick and clear reply Matt. That's one of those things that it's a freakin' miracle to think of! Nice job finding it out.

[@gtoger]

+Jack R, Glad you enjoyed it, cause I have to say I sure did! The fronts are 17"x7" wheels with 235/45 and rears are 17"x8" with 255/45. American Racing AR105 wheels with Nitto 555 tires. They are absolutely stuffed in the rear, and some trimming of the brightwork was necessary, but it's not visible unless you remove the wheel and look up.

[@jackr244]

Thanks Chris. It's a great look.

[@gtoger]

one more thing - I added adjustable air bags on the back springs to ensure no rubbing, since the tires are much fatter than stock.

[@darrenh5175]

The flywheel and starter engagement doesn't sound right.

[@gtoger]

Correct. We missed the starter shims on the first go-round. Fixed now!

[@styldsteel1]

Man! how the heck do you guys get a car back on the road that's in a thousand pieces in just 13 and half minutes where it'll take me years to do? lol haha. have a great day guys!

[@howardsalsitzj.d.7818]

I, too, have a '67 GTO... but that one is a lot nicer! Mine is running and it needs to be restored. It is for sale, too, to someone who wants to restore it. Garage find? I've had it since 1989. Time for someone else to enjoy it. :-)

[@kayakuprising5914]

Wow, makes me want to get working on my 67 convertible. :(

[@facioism]

Estes caras são mestres na mecanica

[@cottoncandy399]

smiles I could have told you that dropping in an engine with HO manifolds would not go. Learned that many years ago...

[@racer67]

Got a passenger brake light out!

[@pilgrim33]

I want to marry that car.

[@gibsondrummer]

A 67 ram air gto Sweeet !

[@Mr100asd]

Starter needs shims, Did you beak in cam by running @ about 2000 rpm for 10-15 minutes WITH zinc additive. Good show guys.

[@Pioneer27185]

I've got a challenge for you! How about getting my 68 Camaro road worthy & running again? Its only been in storage for 8 years here in Cedar Rapids, Iowa!

[@905Alive]

if you coat all gaskets with high temp anti seize you will never have a leak like the water pump issue AND they always peel off, NO MORE SCRAPING!!, works great on carb gaskets, intake, all HVAC applications, not for head gaskets.

[@ShyMacGyver]

Unfortunately, we didn't install the water pump. It was done when the engine was rebuilt a few years back. Thanks for the tip though!

[@RandyGrover]

You guys did a great job. I can't wait to see more. I hope you can make loads of peoples wishes come true.

[@smartprintbuyercom602]

Great show but more info on motor trans etc. keep up the good work.

[@Pioneer27185]

What about my 68 Camaro challenge? I don't think you travel around enough!

[@jassoporherencia4523]

Put the stock wheels back on that thing!! With some redlines!

[@Bruiser38]

@ 11:33 I expected a tow truck to show up!

[@georgeryan2071]

Can you guys fix the brakes on my 74 Saab sonettIII? The master cylinder is leaking? Thanks

[@StraightLineCycles]

Whats up guys, i was just wondering how hard it will be for me when I put a power steering rack in my 1998 f150, i want to convert it.

[@905Alive]

I was taught that for break in of flat tappet cams you run the engine up and down rpms @ 1500-3000 for 30 minutes to keep the tappets spinning so they don't create flat spots. Not sure if they did this and didn't cover it or not. Looked like they told the gu to hold the rpms.

[@gtoger]

+905Alive Page 6 of the Comp Cams book (PN145) that came with the cam says "Run the engine 2000 RPM for 30 minutes." That's the procedure we followed. After that, you can believe we've been all over the RPM range.

[@905Alive]

aye, Comp says "As soon as the engine fires, bring the RPM up to 2000 to 2500 during the first 30 minutes of operation. Slower engine speeds will not supply the camshaft with an adequate amount of oil for the break-in period. The engine RPM may be varied periodically from 2000 to 2500 to direct oil splash to different areas of the camshaft" and then Crane says " Start the engine and immediately bring to 3,000 rpm. Timing should be adjusted, as closely as possible, to reduce excessive heat or load during break-in. Get the engine running fairly smoothly and vary the engine speed from 1500-3000 RPM in a slow, to moderate, acceleration/deceleration cycle." figures, I guess the best advice is to follow the manufacturer's instructions for the cam you have.

[@ChazYocom]

Hey Hagerty I'm having running issues with my '74 pontiac 350 in my '76 Firebird and was wondering if you could maybe come to Indianapolis to help me?

[@vanstiller5219]

Does that beauty have the his / hers shifter ???

[@garylawrence6848]

Error: Hi the TR6 is the 125th built Triumph

[@TRIVICbuilder]

I believe this guy has a channel gtoger

[@DavidPlass]

Is there a second episode?

[@chancebubier495]

I guess these guys switched from mt to hagerty

[@josephc6016]

Wave that flag...

[@davidparulian0179]

Mantap

[@rrengineer]

Could use help with the new wiring harness on my 1956 Austin Healey BN2 restoration. Ongoing for 18 years. Drive train ready to install, just want to finish wiring in engine bay first. Electrically challenged and stuck on routing the wiring harness. Any volunteers in the San Bernardino area?

[@Harry455.]

You need a shim in the starter to the block

[@مقاطعمتنوعة-ت4ن]

the right taillight is burned out at 12:40

[@tombongard7518]

Why after all that work didnt you shim the starter so it wouldnt eat the flywheel

[@6Sisu9]

Now that's fucking crazy!! The car and engine sat for a decade are you fucking joking or just plain out lazy?!?! I'm amateur at best when it comes to engine work and I have a full-time job 50+hrs a week with that said, there's no way this car would have sat for 10 weeks in my hands!!

[@leonh1971]

Must have towed it to a shop, cleaned it etc.. Didn't look like 10yrs of dust on the car and the engine was far to clean..That said good show just possibly more of a show than reality(like all the others)

[@garylawrence6848]

He I have a 1969 Triumph TR 6 owned since 1977 ,she is the 15th built TR 6 but has not been started for the last 15 years and while replacing the original front end bushings. I dismantled one side apart 3 years ago had to stop to do house projects and family. Would be nice to put her on the road again but need help. Do you guys know of anyone who would enjoy helping me get her back together and on the road? Thanks

[@73xlh]

Awesome concept. Not so good scripting. C'mon! You can get better :)

[@gtoger]

You're right. I was just a goober happy to get the car back on the road. Glad you liked seeing it. Cause I love driving it.

[@TJC450]

Maybe they were camera shy. I mean it is the first episode.

[@73xlh]

100% on board with that! I think this has the makings a of a hit! I honestly loved this first episode!

[@73xlh]

I certainly couldn't have done any better lol!

[@TJC450]

90FLSTC Right! I hate hearing my own voice let alone being infant of a camera haha.

[@joeperez2540]

How do i contac the wrenchmen

[@joeperez2540]

How do i contac the wrenchmen

[@redridinghood209]

red plum

[@mmodtomic7119]

Really good production...but there isn't a lot of chemistry between the Davin and Matt. It's not that much fun to just watch a couple of guys work on a car. That said, I was smiling at the end. Hope to see more!

[@gtoger]

Having been there in person, I might disagree with the chemistry comment. Those dudes are a hoot!

[@gregh7457]

chemistry? what do you want? the typical on tv production usually has tattooed knuclke dragging apes with bad attitudes. Is that what you want?

[@psychobabblerls]

fix the starter!

[@jerryhamilton8623]

How about fixing that starter before you leave!

[@ShyMacGyver]

Already fixed. We found the starter shims on a shelf and installed them before we went home.

[@jerryhamilton8623]

Good deal. Typical Pontiac problem. Good job getting another one back on the road!

[@dynodon427]

Can't you hear that starter? It's too tight! Shim it.

[@carlmalone8507]

Please come fix my 1979 BMW 635 euro.

[@DayRider76]

I can't buy the back story? How does a guy own a mint GTO and not eventually figure how to work on the easiest car there is? If it's real, that guy is lazy and don't deserve that car!

[@DayRider76]

after my mean comment, It needs starter shims! the internet has easy how to's! do it before you burn up the flywheel!

[@ShyMacGyver]

Good ear. We ended up finding the shims on the shelf and installing them. Personally, I'm not 100% sold a 1967 Ram Air GTO is the easiest car to work on. :)

[@DayRider76]

Sorry, I find an old Pontiac calming to work on, straight forward and well built! I used to be a ford fan? liked the power?(never again)! In my old age, When buying new, Subaru. Classic, Pontiac! That's just how it has to be!

[@235chuck]

Yeah that hurt me earz when I watched it! I was like why are they not taking care of that? Future problem for sure if not fixed....

[@DayRider76]

235chuck they fixed it!

[@1riverranch]

Don't add music

[@jethrohull3539]

classic car ins from youre company is not trust worthy

[@gregh7457]

A more plausible storyline please. A car guy that's owned the car for 26 years and doesn't know how to put an engine in an old car? Plus... it sat for 10 years and you just put new gas in the tank? what about the old rotten gas? Come on...