Will This 1955 Chevy Belair RUN AND DRIVE After 37 YEARS Parked In A Garage? Day With Derek!

[@davidm.d.hyskell8983]

Literally the ONLY channel on YT that I would happily sit here and watch a 2 and half hour video.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Appreciate that

[@Jp19557]

Same here.

[@invisiblebike99]

I know its probably a pain in Derrick's butt, but the longer the better!

[@oldpolak5203]

I know right ? It's addicting

[@dislexicdadscooking]

Lol I picked up covid last year and put more hours into this channel than my channels total view time..always a positive experience and never a dull clip

[@Itsmetonyp]

Derek working under a sign that reads “Fix it right the first time” makes me giggle a little.

[@MarkDiggines]

I saw that too, and had to laugh to myself

[@mountainjeff]

@@MarkDiggines Ditto. And, "This guy's organizededed."

[@deuceman32]

Measure once, cuss twice.

[@jamesmiller2323]

Exactly what I had been chuckling to myself too 👍

[@dillonweigel3101]

I’m glad I’m not the only one 🤣

[@AndrewOverholser]

I bought and rebuilt a 1983 square body Chevy with no experience because of you. THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU.

[@larryjohnson7591]

This whole thing was just great. Being a Veteran it was a great thing you did donating to that man's family. Made me even more proud of you Derek. You Are a good man!!

[@golferdadof3605]

Derek I don’t have to tell you that you’re a great mechanic. We already know that. But I will say that you’re a great person inside and out. Compassionate and kind hearted. We appreciate all that you do and I really enjoy your content. Happy 4th !!!!

[@ViceGripGarage]

I appreciate that! Happy 4th!

[@golferdadof3605]

@@ViceGripGarage I remember seeing a blacked out 1960’s Lincoln continental with suicide doors parked someplace when I was a little lad. Ever since then I’ve always dreamed of owning one !!! Maybe someday !

[@paulhelman2376]

you have a really great approach with humor and humility as well as fine practical wisdom. Reminds me of Will Roger's who's films are on YOU Tube. He approached politics with humor but in this age I would steer clear of that even with the best rack and pinion.

[@brndnmshr68]

Well I'll be dipped ​@@ViceGripGarage

[@MrJeffcoley1]

I do like that Derek pretends to not know what a real hood prop is

[@karenl.9234]

I agree that Derek is very patient mechanic and I love his sense of humor

[@bearsfan2085]

Had a long and hot day outside getting lots of “to-do’s” done and this is exactly what a guy needed! You’re the best Derek!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for tunin in!

[@NotyouraverageS10]

@@ViceGripGarage Hi Dereck I’m the kid who brought the distributor cap to the hot rod power tour I used to have a 1955 Chevy belair wagon that my great grandpa put a corvette engine in.

[@kevbev1524]

My niece lives in Connecticut, I'm in NH, glad you got up here in the Northeast, lots fellers and felleretts up here love your show.

[@WeeShoeyDugless]

​@@Grizzlied2525m My thoughts exactly😂😂

[@stephanebelanger9195]

Any chance have the link for the go fund me?

[@hughtollett7200]

I was a otr diesel mechanic for a very long time. I had a neighbor down the road from me that wanted to DIY on his cars. I would get calls all hours of the evening asking me to come help with everything from brakes to carburetor problems. It was always interesting and fun. Plus, I got fed.

[@Underbiteoutdoors]

"Fouled like a drop kick in the nhl" is one of the best yet

[@billyduffany3387]

Great car, Brian is a lucky man to have Derek come out and get it back on the road. Also, a donation to a family who lost their dad while serving the public. My heart goes out to this officer's family.

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

That was awesome...!!!

[@big_red_machine3547]

Who’s Brian? Did we even see the rich dude?

[@mike5162]

@@big_red_machine3547no it was mentioned early on in the video that he was camera shy and later something about his line of work making it not a great idea to be on camera. Makes a guy wonder what his job was. The charitable donation at the end made a fellar wonder if he was in law enforcement 🤷‍♂️ Brian is a lucky man.

[@big_red_machine3547]

@@mike5162 I think that he was a very wealthy important fella nevertheless. I like seeing young people just starting out win things like this, but it’s the luck of the draw I suppose

[@warrenmichael918]

@@big_red_machine3547 Rich dude? LOL assume much? If he was as rich as you are trying to make him out to be, this old 55 wouldnt have been stuffed in storage for the past 30 plus years, he would have paid to have it fixed. I assume he is some sort of Law enforcement , maybe not just an officer but maybe someone a little higher up or under cover even.

[@mitchstaff8281]

I finally realized why I like these revival shows so much. It reminds me of when I was young and my dad would help me keep my clunkers running. You know your dad loves you when he's helping you get your car running and it's -15 degrees out with your eyelids freezing up.

[@klegib]

My late father saved his know it all son's right thumb to a clutch housing. Don't know how he heard me, but he sure did.

[@AtomSquirrel]

@@klegibhow did you manage to do that?

[@klegib]

@@AtomSquirrel Back when there was no internet, I was young, stupid, and did not respect the weight of it. I learned quickly though.

[@AtomSquirrel]

@@klegib oh I see. Yeah definitely a learning experience. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve been pinched, got my hand caught, banged my head, and I do have the internet. Although, I’m not even a year into technician work yet. I did change oil for a year though

[@freedomsound4469]

I used to read all the Foxfire books about American forgotten and obsolete technology. I realized the other day that I'm basically watching a Foxfire book starring Derek!

[@michaelagalasso2389]

Derek ,I have been watching all your videos and have come to a conclusion. You have to be the most patient mechanic I have ever seen.

[@LorneJamesB]

Derek, you're a special kinda guy to do what you do. Amazing

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks so much

[@busterdee8228]

Derek is a class act. OK, not news, but always deserved.

[@adrianlivesey4375]

How can a US youtube channel even keep someone from the UK hooked for 2 1/2 hours, truly amazing, thankyou for being you

[@TheCollapsingDream]

If it’s a quality channel, what difference does the country of origin make ?

[@adairwilkinson6916]

I watch a few US You Tube channels, but Derek is my go to. Solid gold entertainment!! Every vid is a gem. He is very natural and deserves his success. What’s more, I now know a lot more about REAL American cars than I ever did in the past. Finally, his lexicon of alternative words for car parts, never fails to make me smile. Well, I’ll be decked!! Roy W UK

[@TheCollapsingDream]

@@adairwilkinson6916 Roy, the alternative names and Derek’s sense of humor is what drew me initially to his channel. As a retired electrical engineer, “lightning cube”, “lightning hoses” and “horseshoe mode” for resistance measurements on his DVM (“Digikal Volt Meter”) never ceases to make me smile 🙂

[@FightingDicks]

give me your bitcoin, are you my father? iam barry lok, investor, give me your monies and house or apartment, your car as well, your are obviously my father.

[@ArthurSperotto]

What do the countries have to do with the quality of the content??

[@jochenroukaerts6423]

As a long time fan, I always appreciate your support for service men and women. But the way you earnestly showed such respect to “Brian ;)” while not including him in the video, still I felt he was such a big part of this rescue. We could all see your gratitude for being able to help. That my friend was something special.

[@davedeja]

Man, I wish there was a way to give a guy more than one "thumbs up" because this video deserves many. Derek, you are a class act and what you did here is incredible.

[@uranblut]

you can become a "member" of this channel, I believe

[@RevJer213]

This has been one of my favorite episodes. VGG using its platform for good is just the best. Plus, that is a beautiful ‘55. Peace to all y’all.

[@kerrylewis2581]

What an honor to have Derek get this rare 55 rolling, running, and stopping again. Every minute of this video had me smiling until the end. I live in New Hampshire and know of the tragic death of Trooper Aaron Pelletier. Brian's choice of charity is perfect, and my heart breaks for his parents, wife Dominique, and his two sons Troy and Zachary.

[@georgewest9998]

😊who ever did that interior did a fantastic job. I'm impressed.

[@mamarine81]

Same here. Hello from NH.

[@bodarville2510]

The ending makes a guy blink a bit more. When you think you’ve got it bad, you find out it’s really nothing compared to others.

[@Castrucksandtractors]

Derek a feller knocked out another awesome video. My 91 yr old Gma watch it with me and she said she had a new favorite show to watch. She loves the Derek isms she laughed constantly. Ty for making her smile

[@mrb2917]

So THAT'S who's laughing at all the tired, unfunny, annoying "derek-isms"! I knew there must be someone finding all of his "jokes" funny!

[@christophertaylor9100]

Cherish every moment with grandma, while you still can

[@enidmarsh9142]

I wanna see IQ tests on Derek, Mark Worman, Dulcich and Freiburger. I suspect they are all near geniuses who goof around to keep themselves amused. My problem is to stop watching all four so much and get some of MY OWN wrenching done.

[@christophertaylor9100]

@@enidmarsh9142 Dulcich is literally an engineer, he comes across so humble and easy going but he's clearly brilliant. You get glimpses on Engine Masters

[@joeluhl6453]

Derek, you are such a class act guy. This is by far THE Best KZbin channel hands down. It's clean, I can watch it with my kids, it brightens my day, gives me some derek-isms to use, and gives me hope there's more people out there like you and your family. God bless you and your family, and many successes.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoy

[@eddieforce2341]

I agree.

[@charleslambertjr3842]

I 100% agree with you, one other channel that I will recommend if you don’t already know is Legit Street cars, Alex shares many of the same qualities with Derrick and it’s another show that you can watch with your kids, they are absolute favorites to watch

[@joeluhl6453]

@@charleslambertjr3842 I will check that out. Haven't heard of it.

[@Mohawk21-oi1nit]

@@charleslambertjr3842 I don't care for any of the "BRING MY WALLET" SERIES'!!! I AM A MERCEDES BENZ MAN!!!! EXPERIENCED MB MECHANIC AND DRIVER!!!! BMW DRIVE LIKE A TANK GOING BACKWARDS TO ME!!!! SORRY, ALEX I DONT CARE FOR BMW IN ANY FORMAT( RALLY, DRIFT, DRAG, AUTO CROSS ....)

[@timrydman-mr5hp]

In 1957 my dad and mom had a 55 Chevy that was fast. I was brought home from the hospital in their 55 belair. Thanks for showing this repair.

[@oldpolak5203]

Those old cars give me chills , I love just even touching one

[@gleasonnews510]

I appreciate that good people still are in the world. You are an inspiration my friend.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thank you so much

[@huero529]

​@ViceGripGarage hey derrick love your channel and what you do . How can I enter to have a day with derrick. I would love your help and knowledge with my oldsmobile . Thank you

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

With so much bad in the world, it really warms the heart to watch great hearted people in action...!!! Keep up y'alls awesomeness...!

[@HereIsRick]

2 years and nearly 1 million subscribers later, the wait was worth it. Great content as always, I love seeing that '55 back on the road where it belongs.

[@chrisearls4220]

A feller just sat down in his recliner and turned on the Tube looking for somethin and what do ya know! I'll be dipped!

[@AuditingTheCorrupt]

155 Minutes of the feller!

[@chrisearls4220]

@@AuditingTheCorrupt I know! I don't believe it but I have to, cause I'm lookin right at it!

[@arthurfricchione8119]

Derek one hell of a video. Beautiful job. Brings me right back to my teenage years. I had a 55 Ford Fairlane with a 272 cu in V8 with dual glass packs with overdrive and 3 speed on the column. Only down side is it was 6 volt 56 went to 12 volt. Great car to take to the Drive Inn movies back then. Plenty of room. Thanks for sharing another great Friday movie night. 👍🇺🇸. Artie

[@RebeccaHelton-s9h]

​@@AuditingTheCorrupt2:12

[@nathanlombard3853]

Smells like a ferris wheel gearbox. That's poetry right there. I've never smelled one, but I know exactly how it would smell.

[@1RickBaja]

Derek you always make me smile...quite the character....great sense of humor

[@lloydwagner3709]

2:08:38 Didja know that if you lose one of those keepers and have no way to get another one right now, you can make one out of a penny? Put the penny on top of some rotten wood, bang a regular screwdriver into it kind of at an angle until you get a slot cut through, then bang the screwdriver straight down to make a depression at 90 degrees from the slot, to hold the pin from twisting and coming out. I did that one time, then drove from Dallas to Duluth with it. My lucky penny.

[@TheDigitalMan2112]

The Rush album has taken this revival to another level.

[@clintynkaraba7294]

Front pocket find😂

[@miltsurratt7262]

7th title on that album is Before and After. Very fitting for Derek, the Working Man!! haha

[@karenl.9234]

Yep I agree!

[@ryanhawkins1235]

So nice to finally see the "Day with Derek episode" such a cool rig and story not mention the visit with the pervious owner. 100% respect Brian staying off camera for work or career related issues.

[@Icepaxx]

Makes me so curious though like why???

[@groundguy8689]

One of the most rewarding and interesting episodes yet. Glad the radiator fit, glad the brakes came around with minimal aggravation, or so it would appear. Great way to spend a Friday evening, was really glad to see an episode appear and it turned out to be one of the best. That's a tough call because they're all good. Good on ya for the donation, lots of good cops out there and it's heartbreaking to hear about the loss of one. May God find him and keep him close. The same goes for you and your family, Derek. You may not know it but it's not just about cars. It's about people and sharing that unique part of America. Cheers!

[@captinhoop]

This is why I watch Derek. What a great dude I hope to meet him someday. Kinda wish I met him before he got real big. I’ve have a subscription for 4 years I think.

[@JayZombie84]

This channel can renew faith in humanity! Love it!

[@brianschmidt2747]

This is the most enjoyable you tube show. Derek doesn't condemn you on car fixes. Love thus guy.

[@melterofsnowflakes]

You and Brian are wonderful people. The car is fantastic, glad to see another old car back on the road. I'm sure the family of our fallen service member will be grateful. This right here is the best of humanity. Thank you so much.

[@Phiidyn]

So glad you can work on some of these old cars that are in such good condition. You’ve spent so much time getting dangerous, barely together, nothing but rust cars **driving**. You earned the right to handle these for the world. Your diligence and endurance got you here. I know what it’s like to work on those kinds of cars and I don’t know how you’re still sane after putting yourself through this much hard, testing work. Thank you for everything you’ve done for us. We don’t deserve you.

[@SchrottiJr]

That sign above the garage door is just the right one for a VGG video. Those wheels are worth every dollar. I didn´t know I needed a 55 on Cragars but well, now I know.🤣

[@Its_Pronounced_Pool]

My favorite model year of the old Chevy sedans! Thank you so much for your content, Derek! We all enjoy watching you work and breathing life into these ol' rigs.

[@speedfreak8200]

A buddy in high school that had a sedan but I prefer the Hardtops myself. High from Orygun!!

[@moparvwfreak]

My fave of the tri-fives. Almost my perfect color scheme. I'd want Jade Green and Ivory White but I like what it is.

[@timriffe1423]

😂5fç

[@Munakas-wq3gp]

Some guy in my home town (here in Finland) has one ('55 Bel Air) in beautiful black and chrome and I've always admired the car when passing through. He keeps it parked in front of the police station...

[@celliott651]

Derek brother, Vice Grip Garage just continues to get better! It makes a fella happy seeing you invest so much time into people and helping them bring their rigs back to life and on the road. Always looking forward to whats next!

[@Patrick_Cooper]

Brian is either a trooper, or undercover type. God Bless Brian for his service. Derek, you are a saint, in oily cloths.

[@thomaskerschner3010]

I was thinking undercover cop maybe.

[@timothykeller4481]

I could be wrong but I thought Derek called him Dr Brian in part of the episode

[@stevebrown4909]

Some people just like their peace and quiet.

[@brianlojeck]

or he's shy, or he thinks he's ugly, or he just doesn't want to be onscreen.

[@Beardman56]

​@@brianlojeckno derrick said it was due to his profession in part of the video

[@jessehayes486]

Wow! Those headlights and taillights coming on were just beautiful! The design/lines of those old cars...so much prettier than what we see on today's cars.

[@jamesgorsh5752]

When I saw those head lights come on I thought Christine. While I was trying to post that he mentioned Christine.

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

Is there any 'design' in modern vehicles...?! They're all the same...!!!

[@vermhot]

Honestly this is got to be one of your best revivals if not the best one ! I really enjoyed this one and it’s a dream car of mine and best part of all is the donation went to a fallen Vet ! Thank you for making this ❤

[@joshuawikoff2945]

Love Derek’s narrative sense of humor, sure brings a twinkle to the eye of the true American dream! Derek for President 2024!!!

[@joshuawikoff2945]

America needs VGG’d !!! Thank you vice Grip Garage my favorite family flick

[@jamesgorsh5752]

I wish Derek got a dollar every time someone said this.

[@billmegnin9288]

Now that's a candidate worth voting for

[@MrZeToZe]

Unfortunately you have to choose between a demented old guy and a good president.

[@philshock3805]

Just love this! It's pretty crazy he bought that at 19 and just parked it all this time. That's a fantastic 55 and thanks to your awesome generosity, it's FINALLY drivable again and perfect for bringing the rest of the way around! Really hope he keeps going with it - a future update would be awesome! My uncle purchased a 1956 BelAir 2-door in 1956. He drove it until racking up 320k miles (going through three 6-cylinder engines in the process - no oil filter), and then gave it to my cousin to use as a high school car in 1965. My cousin's first order of business to was to swap out the straight 6 for a 283 corvette motor, ran that for a while and then around 1972, installed a 427 big block and Muncie 4-speed! It was his daily driver until he bought a '72 Corvette in 1974 that took over daily duties. The '56 has sat off and on over the years but he STILL occasionally drives that '56 to this day, with that same 427 ... at 75 years old! (still owns the Vette as well) To make the story even sweeter, in addition to being a total gear head, my cousin was also a bit of a camera buff so there are plenty of pictures documenting the entire life-long process!

[@pmooney3454]

I like how Derek acts like all these cars just revived themselves after sitting for decades when he's finally driving them. Like he just added some fuel and a battery and rolled out. Great job sir, you're doing the Lord's work. Keep these rigs running

[@ventureoffroading]

@@pmooney3454 I had the same thought. It’s remarkable how in the end he does make it look fun and easy.

[@gadflygames]

To echo a previous commenter’s sentiments…watched the whole thing through like it was only 10 mins. Could get the sense you were time-sensitive but your editing still showed all the detail and especially the problem solving steps that entertain those of us who’ve seen this drill literally hundreds of times from you by now. One of my favorite episodes from my favorite internet car guy. Thanks for continuing to do what you do and bringing us all the joy that you do!

[@winterneadeau9388]

This needs to be rewatched even if you're not watching... Hes doing the peoples work..

[@BaltimoreAndOhioRR]

The Cragar SS is a perfect look for that car. Actually almost any car from the 80's and earlier!

[@KennyFisher-io4dm]

I've owned my '67 SS350 Camaro 49 years! Have the original stock 5 spoke wheel cover, but the Cragar SS wheels have been on it just about all that time! IMO, the Cragar SS wheels are the best looking wheels ever! They even looked great on my '87 Grand National, but the 14" wheels didn't look right so I been running the stock 15" GN wheels since new!

[@MiamiZombie2012]

The first classic car I rode in was a 57 Belair. One of my customer's had one in his shed, and we started a conversation over it. Mid conversation he goes, hey you want to take a ride with me? I put my equipment down so fast. Something I won't forget as it happened the day before my wedding.

[@davidcolesr.8628]

Thank You Derek, I’ve been along frm Early on & You are a Living Legend. Do Not Ever Sell Yourself Short Derek. There is a Special Place in Heaven for Folk’s Like You, Jessica & Them Excellent Boy’s of Yours. God Bless

[@ViceGripGarage]

I appreciate that!

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

It's so nice to watch great hearted people in action...! It really warms the heart...!!! With so much bad in today's world, I can't get enough of the good people and wish there were a lot more Derek's(Jessica and family too) in the world...!!! Keep up y'alls awesomeness...!!!

[@greatlakestrucks2482]

Makes me happy to see a channel that interacts and gives back to his fans! Derek you’re a selfless man and I respect it

[@jordantrudeau-adams4213]

I love how Derek always says "WE" through all his videos. Keeps the love in the community. Love you all!

[@FightingDicks]

are you my father? I am barry lok, investor, harvard college of monies, give me your house and your bitcoin because yoju are my father. i will als accept forex

[@patrickcarnahan2751]

And when referring to himself, he's just "a guy"

[@TheSilverShadow17]

Derek being himself in classic fashion as he always is lol

[@bcbbrog55]

Derek, I've got to say, after a long day like today fighting a simple brake job in the rain (I suppose you're not alone in not having no brakes), there's nothing better than putting the ole earth pounders up and watching any one of your videos. Whether it's here on the ole KZbins or Roadworthy Rescues, a feller's content can make any day better.

[@callamwalton2224]

Think this is one of my favourite VGG videos out of them all, was half expecting Derek to say how much brian, him to say a number and Derek buying it from him haha would love to see this belair again once Brian's done the bits he wants to do to it

[@tectalabyss]

My older Brother owned one of these Same color's in the early 60's,May God rest his soul. I liked the car even when I was a little boy. Always hit the like before I watch.

[@jamesgorsh5752]

Bless you brother. Memories man, memories.

[@roypowell3450]

A very rainy day here in the UK Derek and we absolutely loved watching this. What a lovely car a great job done for Brian. Thanks for sharing...Cheers for now!

[@keesmolhoek9964]

Found this show a few months ago and your positive attitude and lack of swearing makes it so much fun to watch!Greetings from the Netherlands and keep up the good work, but dont forget to take your rest and time with your family to!

[@KK-ox6gp]

Just watched this while reinstalling the heads on my old f350 with a 460. Man what a job. A younger feller as myself sure does appreciate the motivation and knowledge you provide us. Keep it up!!! You're amazing!! Hopefully a couple fellers can meet someday!!

[@douglasmayherjr.5733]

This is another reason why VGG will always be one of my favorite channels and wish you and your family continued success. Thanks Brian for the great car and worthy charity. Thanks Lou for the use of the shop, nice shop.

[@longshotdiedtired1582]

Since I discovered your channel you’ve motivated me fix up my 83 f150 with the 4.9 , it sat under the trees for years after I parked it when it over heated 8 years ago, I would have never thought I’d be able to repair it but you’ve really given me the confidence, replaced radiator , water pump , thermostat and distributor finally got all my parts in now I get to install them tmrw ! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us

[@patrickrooney5130]

Thank you vgg. It's Saturday evening here in Ireland. What a better way to spend it. Than watching vgg and a couple of drinks. Thank you Derek. and stay safe buddy.

[@bobgoodwin5256]

55's and 65's are my favorite flavors for the Belair! I owned a 65 back in around 85-86 and got to drive a 55 a couple of times. This was the best 2 1/2 of my day! Great episode!

[@Axeman5913]

music has been super solid for this channel for a while now.

[@the_millennial_hotrodder]

A 2.5 hour video!? Where does a guy find the time? What a treat for us 🍻

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for watching

[@the_millennial_hotrodder]

​@@ViceGripGarageits my Friday night routine! 🤘

[@tkremarkTK]

woot, woot being with Derek on a Friday night is much better than hitting the club on a Friday night. Period!

[@NileKelly]

Scew clubs. VGG is MY club.

[@NileKelly]

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

"Woot, woot" and "Hit the club"...?! What language is that...?! And why are you talking about golf...?! Or is there another kind of club...?!?

[@abc-ye2ec]

You need new sparkalators...

[@0toeknee0]

This one is pretty special. That ‘ol chica is worthy of a restoration. Derek should coordinate a crowdfunding campaign to get er done. Maybe find a way to donate to a vet’s organization in the process. Would make for a killer series.

[@vettemaniac2237]

Derek ... you're good people doing good things for good people. And that's as good as good gets.

[@miltsurratt7262]

Derek, took me a while to watch this due to my OWN schedule. Fabulous build as always. But... Nearly in tears as you finish up with the owner of the car, and his choice of charity. You are an excellent person that I hope to meet some random day.

[@seanday68]

First, it was Little Grip Garage, and now it's Vice Grip Garage. What a Friday.

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

Little Grip Garage...?!?

[@BobTheMartin]

@@kurtisstutzman7056 There is two more channels Vice Grip Lodge where Derek does stuff around his propert,y fixing old tractors and such And Little Grip Garage where it's his son

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

@@BobTheMartin I know about Lodge, but I'm not into watching adolescent boys do anything...!

[@BobTheMartin]

@@kurtisstutzman7056 well I'm not watching that either I just know the channel exists

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

@@BobTheMartin I'd heard of the Lodge channel, but not little grip... I'd heard Derek call him that, but didn't know it was a channel... Thanks, have a great day...!

[@seanjohn83]

Derek, you're like a likable comedian that became a master mechanic on the weekends to pass the time. You're such a cool soul, bro. Big fan from Atlanta, GA.

[@perustc9158]

My uncle bought the same car paint and all brand new the year I was born. I still remember riding in it when I was 4. What a great memory. Thank you!

[@garylangley7939]

Watching from Nova Scotia Canada, one of my favorite utube channels. Derek is knowledgeable and funny. A good family man as well. Super show.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Wow, thanks!

[@johnkaswinkel7883]

All I can say is awesome!!! I am sure Jessica will be fine of the rounding situation! Derek you are definitely a class act! Thanks so much for all that you do!

[@harleydavidson2538]

Rush Album Cover in the front seat. Must be a good

[@koolaid117]

Honestly, there are times when I feel bad watching these videos. I'm sitting outside by the pool enjoying some cold snacks watching Derek work.

[@stephanedrolet1789]

Derek, you literally thought me how to have fun doing something I despise. Thanks for all you do. (And the whole team too of course). Here's hoping to shake your sasquash hand someday.😊😊

[@keithroute8906]

Great story, way to give back, way to be charitable. Your kindness won’t be forgotten when someone needs help.

[@JaySakowski-bn8yl]

Two hours and 34 minutes later and a guy likes Derek a little more after this episode. He donated money to a charity, and that was really cool.

[@LeeLoo-po4nj]

Dont flame me - I dont work on cars anymore but I have a 40-foot gas powered dual 496 boat I have been wrenching on for 20 years. I watch VGG because it is motivating to see a guy "fight the fight", drop things never to be found again, and smash up hands, elbows, knees and spine on old junk.... LOL. Love the "ever wonder why you do what you????" . For me, my insanity is a big hole in the water that makes no sense to anyone but me. Rock on VGG!

[@joeyk4909]

Loved this episode! My dad had a red and white 55 with Cragars, also had louvres in the hood and trunk lid. Bryan’s 55 has the same driver door squeak love that sound really takes me back to car show days with my dad❤️ thanks Derek! P.s. to everyone complaining about Bryan not being on camera get over it! If I had to take an educated guess he is probably a service member, probably a police officer of some sort and wants to remain private.

[@Shabba6884]

I thought the same thing about Brian's likely job. If so, many thanks as always for his service and awesome to see the rare '55 Bel Air got back on the road!

[@pclarin]

Noticed you never use starting fluid. Reason?

[@thomasengstrom1525]

Back in the 70's my brother was 16 working at a gas station...A guy came in with a 57 Chevy, it stalled and would not start. He sold it to my brother for 5 bucks and my brother pushed it 5 miles home to work on it!! But of course the car is long gone now.

[@greg1268]

What a great episode! Im happy for Brian, he has great taste in wheels. And the choice of music for this episode was off the chain!!! Stellar!!! Really put a great vibe to an already great episode.

[@jackierash9680]

Who would not want to watch V G G on a Friday night and have a 55 Chevy Belar to mess with ? Gotta love it !

[@rjpizzaman]

Derek this was absolute car salvation gold! Really love the effort to track down the previous owner and getting his info on the car. Fantastic job!

[@clarkjbunch]

My daily driver is a 2010 Chevy HHR; may not be anything to write home about but it has served me well for the past nine years and nearly 300,000 miles. I don't know how many modern cars have switched back to the cartridge in canister oil filter but I like it. That was new to me with this car but it is easy to reach from the top and a quick change.

[@clarkjbunch]

The last car my mother bought was a 1995 Buick Regal. Those 3800's will last forever and ever but the oil filter; near top on the back of a transverse mounted V6 but you have to change it from the bottom.

[@jacksmith-ks3pz]

I appreciate the walking through testing process with explanations. No assumptions made. Let's just keep learning more together. Great for beginners and great reminders for the more experienced. Keep up the great work.

[@patrickdush2474]

Very gratifying when the old girl cranks and runs on her own after 30 years 😊

[@MyNameNotRickB]

Never had so many compliments on a hat Derek! Glad I got it! Thanks for the content.

[@orgella]

This is great content. I love seeing restorations, but to see a classic get back on the road is extra special.

[@1HeavyWrench]

The property we recently bought came with a few vehicles. Two of which are 1957 2door hardtops and if i hadn't seen it with my own eyes i wouldn't even believe it. After cleaning the barn out we have more than enough parts to build one nice car and plan on doing gasser build with the leftovers, pending getting paperwork of course. Never thought I'd build a tri-5 because they are pretty darnd expensive so this was a blessing for sure

[@crassbusinessman3122]

We need more men like Derek in this world. You are a fantastic human being. I also sincerely appreciate everything you do for us vets. I aspire to be more like you sir.

[@twodogsyyc6729]

Oh ya full length film. Luv when Derek gives us these ones. Beautiful car to boot!!

[@MacTwain]

I've been there in Connecticut! A nice middle-upper class city. My girl friends grandma lived near there. Meriden,Ct. is the town. I've been on those roads you drove Derek. So cool. I know, of three off hand, three law enforcement officers "hit and run" victims two dead. One a close friend IS still alive, Thank God. Wow, Derek and Jessica do great work!

[@frederickjeremy]

My high school auto instructor taught me that if you have internal engine parts that are sludged up and sticking such as those lifters, a quart of dextron atf in the oil and some running will clean them right up. I have used this time and time again on stuck noisy lifters, malfunctioning cam phasers, and vortech 4200 exhaust valves that get carboned up and will stick open causing big problems successfully. Just wanted to pass it along to maybe possibly help a feller out.

[@GT380man]

Agreed. And for external parts that will not release, heat & acetone/ATF in repeated cycles will often break the rusted up bond. I’ve even released threaded exhaust header clamps on motorcycles, where everyone told me “that can’t be done”!

[@Don.Lamaack]

Now my Friday is complete, I respect the grind brother!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for watching

[@BucksSuperStereoWorld]

My dad had a 1957 210 BelAir with a 283 4 speed manual when he was a teenager and that's how him and my mom met, drag racing each other, but my mom was driving my grandma's Ford station wagon with a big block. They were neck and neck coming up Fallston Hill and when it came together into one lane my mom shoved my dad up into the Patterson Heights Golf Course in Beaver Falls, PA...😂😂😂 My mom took off, but she met up with my dad again because he was a bass player in a local soul band. He said hi to her while walking off stage and the rest is history...that was 1968 and I wasn't born until 1983, but I have two older sisters and I'm the only son.

[@bodarville2510]

That’s a really neat story!

[@opal177]

Very few content creators I could think of who deserve a high subscriber count. All the best to you and your family, Derek. Warm and sincere greetings from Germany.

[@marcodhaene]

A very long day, a couple of beers later and all a guy needs is a 2,5 hour Derek video. Aaaah.... I'm gonna enjoy this like a cold snack after a hot day's work. Cheers 🍻

[@ChuckUnderFire]

The idea of you using your powers to get other folks projects running and riding sounds like an EXCELLENT addition to the channel.

[@stevehenderson2571]

Thanks to everybody for making this video. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@mgmnfld3109]

Well hot diggity darn...the long awaited "day with Derek" that's freaking awesome. Happy Belated 4th of July from Newfoundland Canada.