Thats how you have to start "Independence" every time. "BRING THE THUNDER"
@lorrystagg65782 жыл бұрын
Sorry but Jackstand is going to be bringing the thunder. Now Cleet/Jackstand now owns Killer Bee 🚕💨💨🌩
@umakemerandy36692 жыл бұрын
@@lorrystagg6578 it was a quote from the car's owner ya dipstick lol
@mikecummings78992 жыл бұрын
Independence brought the thunder and KSR fed her onions.
@nealp.28412 жыл бұрын
Jackstand Jimmy has that covered wit the Killa Bee...
@buckeyejim29892 жыл бұрын
We the people 🇺🇸💯
@jasonstanford2 жыл бұрын
Everybody going to Cleetus n Cars Indy buy something from Kevin so he can afford the diesel to get back home!
@snakeboy19912 жыл бұрын
Now, if we can just keep the rain away
@rockkhound9432 жыл бұрын
@@snakeboy1991 I agree but just an afternoon shower .. im sure they are prepared
@rockkhound9432 жыл бұрын
Definitely count me in on some of his merchandise...probably drop 100 atleast lol
@danmyers93722 жыл бұрын
I can’t even imagine what Cleetus had to pay for three transporters to ship all the cars to Indy and back.
@mikehynes66322 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin and Drew! This car means a lot to many of us and we wanna see Derek succeed.
@BBossman12 жыл бұрын
You can't truly appreciate this car unless you've followed the story from the beginning on VGG. Kevin and KSR changed Derek's game!
@G_Machine_Joe2 жыл бұрын
Thinking back to the video of Derek walking down that alley when he first saw it...and he was shocked. 😁
@Omgninjas22 жыл бұрын
@@G_Machine_Joe That was such a cool video to watch when it came out, and now look at her. Independence is something else. More rust than car, and makes enough power to shift a city block. Glorious.
@DjSubstain2 жыл бұрын
Independence has always smoked the tires, but this is on another level. That 2-3 shift and peel out was awsome! I bet a guy is going to be happy about the results. Great job, guys!
@dadtubeportal46192 жыл бұрын
Honestly, that exhaust makes a BIG differance!! IDK why everyone else doesn't set theirs up like this. Amazing work Kevin!!
@Hanzyscure2 жыл бұрын
Raw fuel dumping on flaming tires could be a problem.
@Tinman973012 жыл бұрын
I've seen two other people set their burn out rig pipes up like this in the last month now. Gunna be a smoke show👍
@stefanlindholm7562 жыл бұрын
Kevin , Now we know you've seen Dereks videos, "Bring the Thunder" ❤
@ABarancic2 жыл бұрын
The exhaust is doing it’s job throwing the smoke! Cool to see!
@billmegnin92882 жыл бұрын
I think you're having more fun with Independence then you do with those expensive cars. The smile when you do something with her is brighter
@MIKEH.7772 жыл бұрын
I love how the exhaust pushes the smoke out from underneath the car now. Keep up the great work and God Bless you guys and your families. Stay safe out there. 🔥💪💯👍👍🙏🙏
@andrewkemp64772 жыл бұрын
Love the "Bring the Tunder!" on startup
@JaakkoTK2 жыл бұрын
Holy smokes, that safety burnout was success! Chevelle left a decent signature on that surface! Cheers from Finland, keep up the great work!
@bigsexymuthashutyomouth25462 жыл бұрын
That Chevelle is called Independence. You can watch the entire rescue and build up of it on Vice Grip Garage KZbin channel under the Playlist of Independence Chevelle. If you're not already subscribed to that channel, you should definitely check it out!
@JaakkoTK2 жыл бұрын
@@bigsexymuthashutyomouth2546 hey thanks for reply, I´m one of those lucky fellers who have discovered Dereks channel! The story of Independence is great, and it is also the reason I found this great channel of Kevin and his team. Cheers!
@paulboone444442 жыл бұрын
Bro... your Wyle E Coyote.. SUPER GENIUS 👌 THANK YOU for the education...
@donanything68162 жыл бұрын
WOW!!!!!! Bring on the Thunder!!!!!!! Great Job Kevin & Crew!!!!
@RexCars12 жыл бұрын
Great Job.. KSR Rules.. Derek is really lucky to have you for a tuner.....You REALLY made that engine sing.. Really Hope to see this car at another Drive & Drag event someday....
@matthewb82292 жыл бұрын
Derek's going to be hollering "MOSES SANDLES! I mean, I gotta believe it. I'm lookin' right at it".
@7KidsSpanoMan2 жыл бұрын
I see that Independence is sporting her new front blinker lenses finally. Looks great! Great job to all of you!
@mark-wh2qc2 жыл бұрын
They've been on there for a while now..
@MCC70SS4542 жыл бұрын
I donated them. Sent them to KSR right before Sick Week.
@dalegnodle2 жыл бұрын
Good eye!
@dalegnodle2 жыл бұрын
@@MCC70SS454 That's really cool!
@shelleyking84502 жыл бұрын
What a piece of work! Burnouts are an art form, and the Independence is now museum-quality perfection. Can't WAIT to see Derek light 'em up.
@petecunnien53682 жыл бұрын
You guys are just plain magicians when it comes to motor work!! Love your channel!!
@johnbuckley21822 жыл бұрын
Love the sound of the engine idling and full power. 👌
@jeebs20022 жыл бұрын
Man, what a difference. The new exhaust really helped with the smoke spread. That looked and sounded awesome. I can't wait to see the next burnout event that Darek takes her to.
@ryanbabb48572 жыл бұрын
It's amazing to me that the poor little 10 bolt is still alive and seems to be working flawlessly
@KSRPerformanceFabrication2 жыл бұрын
She’s had a rough life!!
@wallysworkin8232 жыл бұрын
Back in the day we raced a 69 nova full steel body 4000 lbs. We ran stock 12 and 10 bolts. We found the 10 bolts to be stronger and lasted longer. Car ran mid 9’s carrying the wheels to almost 60’. We painted lines on the axles and would inspect them every few passes.
@ryanbabb48572 жыл бұрын
@@KSRPerformanceFabrication what was the hp difference between the hat and no hat?
@ryanbabb48572 жыл бұрын
@@wallysworkin823 i always weld the axle tubes in when i build a 10 bolt
@joshmontgomery94882 жыл бұрын
Can't say enough about the details that are taken from Kevins shop. Drew is such a character, love his humor and personality. Fantastic job guys
@launceherron2 жыл бұрын
Awesome content... the safety burnout was perfect, exhaust is doing its job beautifully
@rpmevo82 жыл бұрын
Definitely a master of your craft Kevin. I've never yet seen you settle for "just good enough". If I had anything close to a race car, I'd make the trip and pay you whatever you asked to make it KSR approved and know it's done with perfection. The "BRING THE THUNDER!!" Was awesome. 👍
@tylervanorman4922 жыл бұрын
The call of the North American horse power eagle... WhooHooo. Thank Kevin
@djbazinet87582 жыл бұрын
What a gorgeous car independence is. Inside and out. The camera angle of it on the dyno really showed it off.
@TechTimeWithEric2 жыл бұрын
I love when I sit down in my KSR "Everything Needs A TURBO" Shirt open my laptop and there's a new KSR video; especially when it involves 2 of my favorite channels
@keithrutherford86192 жыл бұрын
I like the way you explain what you are doing.
@damianjackson90842 жыл бұрын
Just wow Kevin you are a mad scientist under the bonnet independence is tuned in now man I love that car it just screams FREEDOM! .......BRING THE THUNDER!!!!!!
@richardlaub8892 жыл бұрын
That specialty exhaust really makes the smoke billow out. It went from smoke coming straight out from the back of the car to fanning it out. Better effect for Independence and the crowd will love it. Now the question is will the crowd be able to see the car with that effect as he spins around?
@jasonshawaga34132 жыл бұрын
Stoked on this. Its been a battle with the car as it never quite got up to dereks hopes i think. Now its go time. Kevin and his team have it figured out!
@Big88Country2 жыл бұрын
Kevin, man you are really dedicated to your craft! That's when you can tell a man is doing what he really loves, these videos show that every time. As always, great job Kevin!
@Nik0s842 жыл бұрын
Every video I find myself going: "Ha, did not know that. Storing that little bit in the brain bank". Am I ever going to use said knowledge or KSR wisdom? Don't know. Not to many American muscle cars around here in The Netherlands hahaha. But if it ever does become useful, at least I know. Thanks for being an awesome teacher Kevin, really helps to get an insight and understanding of something I know very little about.
@ronjones-69772 жыл бұрын
You need to get an airboat. Or better yet, a "swamp" buggy.
@peterfontaine91272 жыл бұрын
That's what I call Bringing the Thunder!!! Great job !
@mitchoconnell69442 жыл бұрын
I love how all my favorite channels are collaborating it's awesome!
@bigsexymuthashutyomouth25462 жыл бұрын
You my friend are a Master when it comes to an engine of High Powered lineage!!!!
@matt14652 жыл бұрын
Back on the Dyno excellent!!
@joshs1992 жыл бұрын
Holy crap.! I just learned how to adjust valve lash.! It all makes sense now. 😀🤘 Thanks Kevin.
@What_Willy_Do2 жыл бұрын
I love watching a skilled craftsman find and fix the little things! That why you “Win With KSR”!!!
@dalegnodle2 жыл бұрын
That test burnout looked awesome! Kevin, you're a genius!
@rockercover2 жыл бұрын
31:17 - The two color smoke looks extra heavy / thick between the buildings, (added wow factor). This power-train combo., plus your finding of some extra horse power, created an impressive tire smoking show.
@tony66au2 жыл бұрын
Murica! KSR now with added headbanger music on the Outtro :-) That was a None too shabby Test burnout Kev, Derek WILL be pleased with all the We the People Power!
@teresaharmon44052 жыл бұрын
Nice work. That was AWSOME!!!! KSR and VGG so good.....
@yeost1872 жыл бұрын
I like how the new exhaust setup seems to keep the smoke lower to ground, for longer, and pushing it more away from the car. While at the same time, making it look more dense. Niiice!
@firemansam91482 жыл бұрын
Badass cant wait to see him run in Indy. Nice work fellas. 🤘
@robertschneider19772 жыл бұрын
Kevin needs a lone wolf 9000.
@launceherron2 жыл бұрын
I thought the same thing
@xtr3m3fLx2 жыл бұрын
Ha! I just ordered the same model.
@jasongross94582 жыл бұрын
Way more gooder 😄 a guy will be bringin all the thunder now 👌🏾
@stephcooper59982 жыл бұрын
Kevin that was a smokin 779 smile. Congratulations and good racing in the 800.
@e.s.bryant7652 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the new video! I enjoy each one. The more the better!
@paulhays77322 жыл бұрын
The exhaust upgrade works great. Awesome job Kevin!!
@jamestew78672 жыл бұрын
Great job KSR. VGG Independence running and sounding good
@douglashoule96662 жыл бұрын
KSR and a coffee! nice
@malcolmellis96542 жыл бұрын
dialed in nicely...sounds so sweet 😎
@BrianMacMusicVideos2 жыл бұрын
Coolest, straightest burnout I've ever seen right out of the gun.. Wow.. Kevin, you are the master of detail.. Cheers.
@ericbeeman87172 жыл бұрын
Gotta love the throaty chop of a big block dam that sounds great
@crumpy465112 жыл бұрын
Watching this as I'm getting ready to make the trip down to Indy. Getting pumped... Then the outro music hits... Perfection
@CLCIII2 жыл бұрын
Thats a Lot Of Freedom!
@mjmcomputers2 жыл бұрын
Nicely done, your attention to details really shows in your work.
@xtr3m3fLx2 жыл бұрын
Holy Fffff......... Insane smoke. Very well done guys!
@Kindaquick12 жыл бұрын
Awesome setup. Really blows the smoke.
@iowasandy2 жыл бұрын
I had the same trouble with spark plug boots on my big block and found ceramic wire ends and that fixed it!
@toddsmith16642 жыл бұрын
Finally some better end of video music.😆 Vice Grib Chevelle is a ripper!!
@chookchook56002 жыл бұрын
Derrick will be a very happy lad....Thanks
@andyreid72742 жыл бұрын
Man she really brought the thunder that last pull! Great work on Independence Kevin!
@michaelreynolds19042 жыл бұрын
I'm still amazed that rear end is in one piece with all that motor
@jerry50bmg652 жыл бұрын
More winning with KSR! Hell Yea!
@MyGarage-uu5ld2 жыл бұрын
I sure wish i could be there. I live really close to the event but have to work. Hope you all have a great and safe time.. keep rollin smoke
@Jammer.12 жыл бұрын
Kev Derricks going be very happy with your work & the exhaust pipes the smoke out much better now too ! I'm from indiana going miss the ppv plus there is going be storms sat & sunday but please enjoy your time away from all the florida humidity !
@mrwinston_thepug2 жыл бұрын
Great work, sounds like it will kick ass at the track. I hope Independence makes the long road trip and wins some races on its next adventure.
@ryanpippin12832 жыл бұрын
Love this VGG!!!!
@heathharry84242 жыл бұрын
Nice work Kevin and team. 👍
@Summit_Moto_Utah2 жыл бұрын
Shirt ordered! Get yours now.
@trumpfancardanostakepool47372 жыл бұрын
Man that safety burnout was legit!
@j.sarnak13912 жыл бұрын
Just fucking WOW! Nothing else to say!!! Great Job! Kevin and the crew!
@v4yt1262 жыл бұрын
Drew is top quality
@DeeJayEll2 жыл бұрын
Drew is special. 👏
@madddawg13692 жыл бұрын
I know Big Brother is making us Benzine Burners mix in Ethanol (for drinking) on the street. I'd love to see it on Methanol (for Racing). ( An old Grey Beard Racer I used to run with said, "Methanol is for Racing, Ethanol is for drinking after racing.")
@markstandish3142 жыл бұрын
That burnout looked great. The exhaust seems to be doing what you wanted.
@dfrford2 жыл бұрын
Kevin seeing you working on Mike & Derek's cars and your knowledge is awesome!! Love how you can explain things! You are a stand up guy!!
@ronberry53162 жыл бұрын
Awesome work Kevin. Nice to see a reputable tuner show the CORRECT way to adjust the valves, especially with a big cam. 👍
@Cultofpersonality091292 жыл бұрын
Nice job Kevin!
@grahamerosewarne66562 жыл бұрын
Don't worry Kevin we are having problems with parts also. So glad see Derek's car finally up and running. Nice burn out 😂 Aussie Fan 🤟🇦🇺🤣
@hight3chredneck2 жыл бұрын
"Bring the Thunder!" I lost it
@jackfisher39062 жыл бұрын
Awesome Job WOW
@archstanton92062 жыл бұрын
There is NOTHING like the sound of a hot big block. Yes, I am old, but lordy does that stir my blood. Ya found the beast in Independence, Kevin, I am sure Derek was grinning ear to ear when he saw this...
@Adrian-Pryke2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video as usual Kevin, love how you do the voice overs to explain what is happening, I’ve learnt quite a bit just from watching these… 😎
@jeffboyer82142 жыл бұрын
It's funny when you look at the letters on the tires as they go around they go different directions at different speeds. That little hat on carb is a huge restriction on a na motor. But force induction will be different especially on ethanol. Be safe , good work on the head phones for ear protection.
@quickdeuce2 жыл бұрын
That is an odd phenomenon isn't it. Optical illusion :)
@snakeskinproductions75002 жыл бұрын
I'm very curious how your overflow/recirculation tank works out? Please keep us posted in an upcoming video? Great content by the way brother...🤓
@cthetexasking26722 жыл бұрын
Dude that little safety burnout was epic! I’m pumped to see what happens in Indy.
@dannychovan2462 жыл бұрын
Love it. Sounds killer. You need to talk with Derek about the lone wolf 6000. Lol
@kingperfection18682 жыл бұрын
Bring the thunder always gets me haha 😄
@mcmillan19632 жыл бұрын
See you in Indy for some live action!
@BenjySparky2 жыл бұрын
Kevin you rock! Love the channel and content! I'm here for the algorithm! Peace
@douglashoule96662 жыл бұрын
three happy ladies, lmao drew
@mdvener2 жыл бұрын
Always a great time watching you do what you do best. Mr. Data to the rescue. Thanks so much. Your videos go by so fast, cause your knowledge is so entertaining, and informative. Keep up the excellent work.
@winstonsmith84412 жыл бұрын
Great work!
@MrChillaxin4202 жыл бұрын
This car is a LEGEND!!!
@johnblaze84302 жыл бұрын
She sounding right now Kev🔥🔥🤘🤘👍👍🇺🇲🇺🇲🦅🦅
@donaldwatson63422 жыл бұрын
Awsome improvements! The cam lope changed when all 8 were firing.