I Could Have Lost My Life…..

[@FabRats]

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[@james94582]

Got to use LMNT products while deployed... Was pretty good... and was definitely different to get used to at first, but in the end, it was a pretty good product

[@368fan4]

G`morning F.R. .

[@outbacknomad9939]

Power wagon would look great built as a wrecker I mean we all love merlin's old truck it looks an performs great .cheers from North East Arnhem land Australia

[@jodywells7519]

Always remember all you guys have to do is be yourselves!! Most people have to create drama but people love you guys for who you are

[@raquskane4002]

as Michell fakes drama all the time

[@DaleLumbra]

Leave it alone Good to have at least one reliable vehicle in the fleet Definitely Do Not touch the transmission!!

[@saschaeuler7883]

😂😂😂😂

[@bobbywalter5320]

there is nothing reliable about that vehicle except costly failure.

[@joshshelton796]

After reading some comments, I have realized there are some very miserable and hateful people in this world. Why would someone take time just to be an ass? They must have nothing going on in their lives cause they are watching content they don't like... Awesome video guys!

[@daniellilly7399]

why would you ruin that nice gmc

[@sokoloft3]

With the free truck gone. You need a new shop truck. I think the dodge would make a sweet little parts getter.

[@marktadlock5428]

We used to service the wheels in a tubular cage, because those rings had hurt people I had one fly off and cut into the cage frame.

[@CZ-kz7ug]

Talking about tires, at <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1070">17:50</a>, a tire that old could explode and hes looking right at it. Recommending to any viewer if you lower or buy a lowered car, check the camber and toe.

[@marvindebot3264]

Yeah, I would not have put air in that tyre and certainly not standing beside it.

[@carltonduty2662]

The camber and toe were not the problem. Tire is under inflated.

[@MrPhatkatz]

Hey Paul, you might want to be careful with that 6.2. GM is having a big problem with them spinning bearings and locking up the motor. I don't know what year yours is but it's on the later model years that they're having problems with. Just F.Y.I. 👍

[@joshuabontrager2682]

2018 and up

[@michaelzimmerman6647]

On the truck, put a twin turbo Cummins in it, make sure it’s a little bigger than Matt’s Worlds Largest Off-road Wrecker

[@johncase2974]

In answer to Michelle’s SUV…………NOOOOOOOOOOO…….please don’t screw with that !

[@carltonduty2662]

I used to work for a tire manufacturer and have seen this problem before. It’s not an alignment problem. That tire wear problem is from under inflation. Even if you are at the spec PSI, it’s not enough to hold the weight. They sell low profile tires that have “EW” somewhere in their description to designate extra weight, but even those need 4 or 5 PSI so you aren’t destroying the tires every 15k or so. Good luck!

[@mib7483]

I have always wanted to put a 12 valve Cummins or 4BT Cummins in one of those old Power Wagons with a six speed.

[@kenpressley8420]

Paul, you should fix that Dodge Power Wagon up and make it a daily driver. And definitely keep the horn.

[@PhilomenaMerritt-e5e]

This is so motivating, keep grinding.

[@kennethwelty1190]

Grandma's new truck.

[@davidkilts1670]

Please don't underestimate the dangers of split-rim wheels. They have killed and injured people. Get them aired down and replaced. We lost a man in the Army in the 9th Engineer Battalion in Ashaffenburg, Germany, in 1986. That old Dodge is very cool! Thanks for the video!

[@davidbruin4381]

Thank you Michelle for clarifying that you will not allow your vehicle to be "modified" in any way, shape or form!!😊😊

[@quicksilver8180]

Just for the record Michelle, I have run tires until the cords were showing like that all the way across the contact patch of the tire, the wires actually wore completely away . Driven way to many miles down the highway like that. Never lost a tire. Age is what makes tires dangerous. Putting a vehicle back on the road after 20 years and running them on the highway is more dangerous than a few cords showing.

[@Longjon662]

If you put a lift kit on Michelle's car you will need to supply her with a step ladder to get in and out

[@richardthomas1743]

HEY! Good morning everybody!

[@johnthreefifteen]

Way back, a long time ago, I hung around a service station with my Dad. Dad was friends with the owner and helped out pumping gas, fixing flats, etc. I remember they had a machine to clean spark plugs and I cleaned a bunch of plugs for them at no charge because it was so much fun. We only replaced plugs if the porcelain was broken or if the electrode was so worn we couldn’t set the gap.

[@timothygrant]

Put some casters on your compressor then you can move it to clean . I try to have everything in my shops on wheels if possible . Really works well . Keep up the good work. Your channel is one of my favorites.

[@CharlieMetcalf]

Amazing how much the kida have grown since you have been on the air. They were almost babies! Now they are grown men! Even Graders!! Love the channel man, good stuff.

[@dandoubikin8638]

Yeah go ahead and lift it and put the wheels on it look cool

[@danelionheart5881]

The tires on the power wagon are called widow makers and yes people have been killed with them.

[@trakyboy5128]

327... Truly a impressive can !! It's my personal favorite Chevy small block. Excellent get up and go excellent gas mileage twerky just a nice driving motor !!!!

[@davidwalizer2424]

1941, Dodge US Army WC, was an open cab weapons carrier, someone put a pre 1947 civilian cab on it. Had a flat head 6 in about 90 hp. The Power Wagon came out after the war in 1946.

[@proudpennsylvaniaman7996]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="58">0:58</a> wheels an tires. Maybe an exhaust and intake but that's it Michelle don't know no better to appreciate a supercharger or lift😂

[@HillbillyHippie530]

Probably need an extra trans and 6.2 considering GM has gone to $hit with the newer years.

[@AgresticShadow]

That old power wagon is in amazing shape!! My dad found one years ago but didn't get it. He loves the old Dodges. I'm happy to see the Jeepster is about to get some love.

[@sandyposey8074]

How ironic this video was! I recently took my car to the repair shop because my rear passenger tire had a slow leak. They told me that the tire was so bad that they wouldn't even let me drive it home. The scary thing is I had just drove to the big city a few days prior and it could have blown out doing 70 mph. They said all my tires were wearing out on the inside, so they did an alignment, but the adjusters didn't work so we are getting those replaced too. So glad we both got it taken care of before a disaster happened.

[@desmondriddler6780]

Those split ring wheels do kill, that's why your supposed to cage them when airing up new ones

[@rogerbrennan4170]

The old dodge, can become the kids wrecker tow truck, so they can compete with pop in the wrecker games, and do their own mates breakdowns/rescues. When Michelle appears behind the desk, I almost expect her to say "and later in tonights new from the garage", "and still to come, even more"!

[@Kevin-ti3rz]

Did no one ever look at that car driving away or coming back home ? The tires were bowed out like an old lowered VW bug

[@Grumpy-by1ui]

Oiling the O-ring on the oil filter stops the rubber from gripping the block, making it feel tighter than it actually is.

[@b.s.adventures9421]

Leave momma bear’s car stock.

[@jacobburton1509]

Lame

[@drewwagner7985]

The possibilities are endless with the old Dodge. I would love to see a restomod. Update the engine with a newer one, give it a red and black paint scheme. White Oak bed. New interior with updated instruments.

[@kenjohnson5498]

I don't think the front end is bad more than Michelle driving it like she stole it when no one is looking lol

[@onlineconsumer4796]

Get rid of those tire rims on that old Dodge truck as they are very dangerous. My uncle had one blow while adding air, lost an eye, crushed his skull, broke both knees, lost many teeth, almost died, and over a week in the hospital.

[@DeanF]

I'm 67 this year and this last week and a day I've ridden my bike 250+ miles... It's all how you approach life isn't it? My first son was born in '92, and until you guys talked year born, I didn't feel old, but 1958 was a minute more.

[@jeffbailey7765]

Paul, I would update the drivetrain and restore the floor and then put winches on it front and back and then use it as a off road winch truck with gin poles for lift.

[@orange50]

Rotary screw compressors are nice, when they work. Hopefully you have a good service contract with it & a local certified technician. It will never be as reliable & affordable to repair as a standard piston compressor.

[@bst0125]

My 15 'burb has magna ride. Electronic struts up front. With auto air ride in the rear. I replaced the front struts with 'Rough Country' 2" taller struts. Also a delete plug for censors. Rides level, an rides very good. Handles good. Much more resembly priced, an better quality.

[@EmilyHanson-w2e]

I watch your channel with pleasure. Your videos are a real treat for the eyes.🙉🦒🎮

[@albertmccoy9639]

35 goes on your jeepster Michelle 😊😊😊

[@marklar7551]

Thats a tow motor Paul, and yes now that you have all that surface in and out of your shop it will do a ton for you. Build a man lift cage for it and you're OSHA ready for doing lights, awnings Whatever up high.

[@maxblankinship5003]

Thank you guys

[@GooseGosselin]

I'm legit excited about the power wagon. That's my dream project, I've been looking for one for 20 years but they're none existent up here in the rust belt.

[@darrinstone49]

Absolutely love those new old style crewcab Dodges with a Cummins! Such a great combination when paired with a beast of the Diesel. Be cool to make a Fabrat style Mini Grampa Shurrm with a hydrologic crane with outriggers & 4BT. Smaller cranes like we run on service trucks are sweet & crazy flexible. Seen a guy with a folding one mounted on his gooseneck, that was crazy handy... like a log truck self loader with winch. That made me wish I had one! I'm sure whatever you deside to make will be sweet! Modern axles like the Packrat so it can be driven & used flawlessly at freeway speeds... Merlin is going to be Jelious! 😆

[@jimcurrier2166]

drives me crazy watching someone pour oil glug glug glug.....just turn the container sideways and it smooth pours hahaha. Smoooooth

[@barryadams68]

I'd paint that olive drab with the star on the hood and doors, big tires and wheels. Total army truck vibes.

[@srcazier]

My minds eye sees the power wagon a Sema quality restoration.

[@Timberland1963]

The motor in that old Dodge turned a bit and Derek would have got her turning but that’s his thing and he lets them sit for a while with his special concoction of mystery oil and Brut. Derek loves all that old stuff and just can’t give up on it if he thinks there’s a chance it’ll run.

[@garyonnen7634]

Airing up split rims like that, would scare me to no end. Cool truck.

[@marvindebot3264]

That was pretty stupid, especially with 40 year old ruubber.

[@jamesvanbeckum3001]

That sounded like a challenge to VGG! Maybe you should invite Derek to come over and try.

[@toddstrickland-yi3jw]

The old Dodge would be the coolest ultimate rock crawler. Side by side with the FJ. The tow truck is enough tow. It’s got too much character to waste!

[@amateurshooter6054]

Thanks Guys

[@jeepman5982]

Not sure what you paid for the Power Wagon but they are rare and quite valuable. One in similar condition to your is currently offered for sale from a respected vintage seller at $28,500. Restored or restomod trucks are north of $150,000.

[@OldJeepGarage]

Change the oil! Then Can we get back to that Jeepster!

[@phatfarmer3248]

Those flat front fenders are perfect for cleaning fish. Shoot, you can strap a deer to all four fenders!

[@bradleymadosh911]

Hope everyone is ok😢

[@RichardCroft]

Man !! That power wagon is beautiful. That thing will make a rig and a half 👍👍

[@johnhart125]

Great find, I love Power wagons, helped my friend rebuild one with 22 valve Cummins and 5spd trans, turned out great and works super! I want one but are expensive if you can find one worth fixing. N Mi is hell on trucks! Were popular when I was a kid in 50s as many were in surplus stores. Your shop just keeps getting better, I'm envious. Plug blasters are still around, mine is from 60s and still gets used,lol

[@mattthescrapwhisperer]

That old Dodge looks like another Merlin mobile 😂

[@Derf1313]

Lol, I still have my Western Auto (1970?) spark plug blaster! Only its not air powered, got 12v. Clamps & spins the media around, still works good ! Thanx !

[@og190]

It's got nice wheels n tires on it leave it alone

[@jmh3983]

Go with a complete frame-off restoration. Restore to show quality INCLUDING the wheels. 10 coats of hand rubbed candy apple red lacquer and dark creme diamond-tuck interior...

[@jameskendrick573]

Good to see Lando Paul what the heck rounding up all the holy grail trucks keep 👏 it going love the show

[@goodbyemr.anderson5065]

Paul your supposed to run new compressors for 10-15 minutes with open drain valve. This is to seat the rings properly and ensure proper compression years down the road.

[@tjshine7444]

Rings? It's a screw type compressor, no piston rings.

[@1954shadow]

I worked at the WAHQ in Kansas City, Mo, in the advertising dept. for 21-years until it was sold off to Advance Auto Parts in 1998.

[@1066brs]

I have a 2017 power wagon. I think a complete restoration would look great a that beautiful piece of history!

[@JasonAJames]

The screw compressors are great. All the fans for cooling are pretty noisy, but you don't have to hear the standard compression strokes of a old school style compressor. The 2 I'm familiar with both had issues with the water elimination systems. They had what reminded me of a dehumidifier built into them.

[@kenseymour6771]

Love that old Power Wagon. Can’t wait to see what you’re going to do with it. Love the horn hope you keep it.

[@ianclark-fh8tu]

Good morning everyone 😎🤙🏻 Looks like some shenanigans might be going on🤪……….

[@Xjtay1984]

3" 35s and a Whipple or we all unsub 😂😂😂😂😂

[@anitafisch7558]

Fill the cylinders with Coke-cola, no kidding it worked on a ancient ford motor for us.

[@keithfrazier2558]

Putting oil on the O-ring doesn't help it seal. It helps keep it from sticking when you go to change it the next time which can make it almost impossible to get filter off and possibly interfering with the seal of the new filter. Should also make sure O-ring is on the old filter when you take it off so all the oil doesn't leak out from double stacked O-rings blowing your engine. Buddy had his oil changed on his 2 year old Silverado at a place and they didn't make sure the old O-ring came off with old filter. Oil change place wasn't real happy, but they had to replace his engine, or at least their insurance did.

[@johnogan2386]

And I can't believe you got one of the baddest trucks that was ever built that is so awesome you can have lots of fun and there's lots of stuff you can do with it and they even have one that's a little bit larger than that one

[@danielsmith9500]

I tell ppl all the time just because the tread looks good from where ur standing doesn’t mean it’s good where ur not able to see without getting down and looking at them completely

[@benmylan2824]

I vote for a lift kit on Michelle's rig!

[@fscottgray9784]

I will love seeing Paul work on the Power Wagon. I think it will be the best build ever.

[@ScottBryant-wi7gb]

When I was just a little kid, my first cousin Adam was decapitated in my Grandads truck with one of those death rings He jumped into the truck bed and when the tire was thrown in the ring left the chat and he lost his life at 10 years old

[@Mohawk21-oi1nit]

PAUL , FIRST , PUT SOME KINDA WINCH AT EACH BAY( OUT OF THE WAY OF WALKING) TO PULL THE "NON RUNNIN PROJECTS " INTO THE SHOP.... WINCH SHOULD BREAK THE MOTOR FREE!!!

[@gerrywinget3374]

Paul either another tow truck for smaller trails or a off road support vehicle would be cool carry all your tools it would be cool to see it with a modern touches maybe an extended cab would be cool as well so you could put customers in the back , tools ropes exc 😂

[@petertarantelli]

That horn was amazing!

[@UncleGo67]

Backup for Grampa Sherm PRICELESS 💯

[@SophiaWalter-b8n]

Your channel is a source of entertainment as well as inspiration. Please continue to entertain us with your talent!💥💿👓

[@oldinuselesshancox5194]

Morning all, thanks for your company, i see a harthtrack power wagon for playing in deep snow in your future, 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🤙🏼🤟🏼🖖🏼🇳🇿

[@kimwatchman644]

Grandma could be right! It depends on the months. 1st 6 months manufacturing date, it is 1941. Last 6 months, it's a 1942. That's how they determine the year on vehicles.

[@albertmccoy9639]

Hi guys I think she need a jeepster 😊😊😊

[@dennisdamiani3565]

Back in the day manufacturers would put the date on the taillight lens as part of the part number

[@danpayan9468]

Michelle put 3 inch lift and 35s on jeepster ❤

[@MatthewBerginGarage]

I like my old Ford trucks but that Power Wagon looks awesome. I must be real old, I graduated high school in 1975.😢

[@akrackenberger]

That coke bottle was designed by the root glass company here where I live in Indiana.

[@groundupexcavation]

One reason I’m glad I went to ford. 2.5 inch leveling kit and can clear 35s easily. However currently running 37x13.50s on the front with minimal trimming

[@TheScoundrel70]

Dodge is a 41 or 42 Dodge WC 1/2 ton closed cab military truck. It looks like a series 3 since it has the round military gauges. Series 1 & 2 used the civilian square gages, so likely a 42. Fuel gauge will be marked "gas", not "fuel. That would make it a 1942 T214, series 3, WC40 weapons carrier most likely.

[@wayno937]

Michelle you got to let Paul update your ride.

[@ambjimmy1433]

You always look underneath when you start it to ck for leaks sometimes the old gasket from old oil filter sticks to the motor

[@vocaldave3988]

I'd like to see a power wagon resto mod. It would still look cool with a flat bed