Our Remanufactured Engine Showed Up For The 1968 Pontiac Firebird! Iola Car Show Part 2

Bonus Junk Yard Craw! Day two of the massive Iola Car Show and Swap Meet! Today we were surprised to receive our engine from O'Reilly Auto Parts which a basic 1996-2000 Truck Engine. Let's see if we can stuff this in with a 5 speed transmission!
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[@SaturnIonRacer]

I was able to make it to Iola day 2 and see Derek in person. In the video he mentions doing an hour signing, but what you don’t see is him continuing to sign for every single person who waited in that line. His one hour signing was really over two hours. Absolutely incredible. He is just as friendly in person as in the videos.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Great too see you!

[@cordellbennett]

VGG is an island of sanity in this crazy world. Thank you Derek and Jessica for all you do!

[@sandyadams9446]

So well said.

[@mikegluth5835]

Derek totally gives me Red Green Handyman’s Corner vibes.

[@aiyaemotionaldamage5544]

If she doesnt find you handsome, she might as well find you handy

[@thJune]

@@aiyaemotionaldamage5544and remember, keep your stick on the ice!

[@war7334]

I love Red Green.Was it carried on TV in the States or are you a Canadian like me eh

[@TNels]

@@war7334it was on tv in the states as well.

[@frizzlefry1921]

​@@war7334It was in the states as well at least on some networks. (when there was analoge tv)

[@dave.harmon]

Worth watching just for the live version of the theme tune. There is no end to this man's talents

[@jhenry4364]

I was laughing my ass off when he did that!!

[@hippydippy]

I hope you score that Dynamic 88. That would make a killer episode!

[@ZSA929]

Seeing Derek with the Dynamagic 88 was like seeing a kid in a candy store. The passion the guy has for cars is on full display at that moment. Such a privilege to see someone so talented and so invested work on a vehicle!

[@r.hill.2369]

That GMC suicide door truck at the end stole the show in that collection. Man alive can you imagine rolling around in that beast. Great stuff Derek!

[@kerrylewis2581]

Agree

[@uglyjeepoffroad1]

Drop that body on a 24v Cummins chassis.

[@dreadheadhaney]

That’s the revival we all want and need! Heck I’d watch a VGG frame off resto of that rig.

[@Bigferg1983]

What was it? I love it

[@duncanmacrae6384]

Derek, you NEED that GMC!

[@markbrown6236]

Things go wrong, and you keep your cool, and you do it in front of your fans. You sir are a class act.

[@seanfarley1307]

Breaks my heart to see those beautiful classics just rotting away! I'd give anything to have 1 to wrench on with my boys, but life comes first😢

[@tommylord]

The '61 Olds Dynamic was cool. A really rare 2-door post model. I believe it was the last year for either Buick or Olds B-body. 394 is a great engine. Even with just a 2-bbl. That car so needs to be rescued.

[@MyUndefeated]

Would love to see you back next year with that dynamic 88 doing a classic revival.

[@mj_slender6717]

Would be awesome 👌

[@jimmylarge1148]

He needs to revive the elcamino!

[@6petrolhead6]

Wow if that could be done it would be amazing So please Derrick try and make this happen

[@C0mpulsion]

Please tell me that you managed to pick up that Dynamic 88. That thing was a beauty! I couldn't leave without it. The F100, Scout, and GMC were all screaming, "Save me Derek!". Love the show and the honey hole(s) you find. Now, pop open a wobble pop or three and get the snowbird flying again!

[@michaellee6489]

I always get such a mixed bag of emotions when i see a yard like that. I feel sorry that they ended up discarded, lonely... then I think about all the memories they all must have and the stories that they tell to those of us that would hear. thanks, Derek.

[@robertbourinski8286]

Wow , Flying Sparks helping out !! Aaron a good kid.

[@madmex2k]

What gets me is the old guys who won't let anything go for any reasonable or unreasonable offer, like he is ever gonna get them all fixed up, just letting Mother Earth slowly reclaim them. Its one thing to save them to give to family for inheritance, but give it to them now, before they become useless scrap metal barely good enough to drag across the scales. Its their stuff, but it hurts to watch it return to dust.

[@mikesonneson2824]

On the other hand those cars have probably been sitting in these yards for decades and back when they were junked they were typical run of the mill everyday shite that no cared about. I haunted junkyards in the early 70's and this looks to be just like one of those yards. Filled with everyday vehicles common as grass in the front yard.

[@darrylcampbell4411]

Yeh What a Waste of good cars. Now rusty Junk.

[@craigfresch575]

that studebaker truck 😭😭😭

[@mikef1551]

I've never seen Derek so excited about a car. I thought we where going to get a will it run video right then. Awesome video guys

[@dzldenny]

Revival?

[@justinlafever5653]

I love how accessible you make yourself to the fans. Very down to earth, humble and refreshing.

[@cacavman]

I hate when things just don't go as planned. What else can you do but smile and make it work. Great job! Keep them running!

[@TakuroSpirit77]

That COE is amazing. I've never seen a crew cab. AND its got the danger doors in the rear? Stupendous.

[@walter2990]

I started droolin' when he showed us the COE, even tho I don't have any experience restoring or rescuing Old Iron like that. But, a Feller can dream cain't he??

[@tommywilliams5135]

There rare railroad had some

[@bmfspeedshop4562]

Thank you sir for coming to Iola !!! It was an honor having you at my home show! Been going since I was a lil feller.

[@todddebick9160]

It's good how you can concentrate on fixing up the Firebird an not be distracted by all the people around an watching what your doing

[@calel5196]

I used to be that way when I was in the military. But all of the Senior leaders who don't really wrench anymore just liked to watch for ASMR here and there. pretty easy to get used to when your bosses boss is watching lol

[@327JohnnySS]

Yet some shops are like that were the customer can watch you work. I remember working at a sears auto center at night.with stairs to a waiting area inside the store. Yet some people had nothing better to do than watch. One night a lady needed her battery replaced and said she would be back in about 2hrs because she wanted to go shopping in the mall that we were a part of. So we pulled the car in the opposite side of the stairs so people could not see what were doing as the hood was up blocking us. So me and my buddy pulled over our tool carts and walked from the battery room with the new die-hard. Then we started banging on a muffler on the floor with the hand sledge making a horrible racket. Then grab a distributor cap with wires from the bottom of the tool carts and throw it into the next empty bay. Then we a impact gun and made a bunch of noise and threw out a water pump from under our used parts cannon on rollers. Made a bunch of other noise with stuff. Check the charging system again, shut the hood and drive out. The look at the few who stayed to watch was classic. Sometimes you wish you could unsee things. LoL I met marvelous Marvin Hagler for the second time their and he remembered me from the first. Like most malls in America it is now gone and a thing of the past sadly. Sometimes you have to spin wrenches with some expert engineer who would cross thread a light bulb looking over your shoulder. Lol

[@ericerto8250]

Nothing but respect for Derek. He is so good to his fans I don't know of any other KZbinr that interacts with the fans the way he does. He truly knows the value of his fans because without them what are you. It just seems like he's one of the only ones that hasn't lost his way that still remembers where he came from. I will be supporting his channel until I can't support no more

[@richis65]

I really liked the model cars the young man made of your 1776 car. I bet you spent a lot more time with him than shown in the video. Gives you an idea of how you impact folk and how much they enjoy you and your family. Well done.

[@radioactive1427]

The dynamic 88 having the old cream soda can, that match the color of the interior was amazing. You were definitely meant to find that car and breath some new life into it 🎉

[@marcmo7138]

That 4 door COE would make such a awesome hauler.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Wow at the private honey hole Collection if old cars That is so cool Derek @Vice Grip Garage

[@DaveHiggoHiggins]

I can't imagine the pressure of doing all that work with so many people watching. Yet here's our feller, calm as a cucumber, doin his thing. Dip of the toe to you, sir

[@TheNilla2020]

I fall apart when someone watches me lol

[@deborahchesser7375]

@@TheNilla2020no shit ! Man I can’t put a F’n nut on the end of a bolt with people watching me or hanging over your shoulder trying to see how your doing it 😆

[@mzaccagnini7179]

Condos to Derek.I don't like poeple looking over my shoulder either.

[@mzaccagnini7179]

Sorry I don't know how to spell coodos.

[@quartermilesmile]

Bonus mid week VGG, makes a fellas day! Cheers from down under.

[@petermcglone7172]

A guy knows he's ok when they make the models for ya and ya signs on em. Derek you are an inspiration to many, many fellas and Fellettes

[@relyt6308]

I work at the oreillys warehouse that supplies Wisconsin, the thought that a part I held in my hands made it into yours amazes me

[@1980bwc]

One of the main things I didnt like about being a mechanic, was when the customer would sneakily slide out into the shop, and stare at me working on their car. I would all the sudden turn into Mr. Butterfingers, and drop every nut, bolt, and tool I was using. 😂 Then here's Derek, working with hundreds of people staring. Doesn't even phase him. That is confidence folks. Makes for a great technician!

[@spikerbrad23]

I always tell the customer they can't stand inside the shop because you need steel toed boots to be in here. Then I close the bay door 😂

[@grunthos1]

He has the advantage of video editors!

[@ViceGripGarage]

This time only. Whats your point?

[@prestonahlson3299]

I'm sure he's gotten frustrated, upset, discouraged, and maybe even mad. But regardless of the camera or not. I doubt he made a single fuss about any of it. That's just how he is. For instance. The flywheel not going on. I would have grabbed the biggest Tonya harding and got ro swinging. Derek.. nope. Made every person around him laugh during his frustration. Thank you for all you do. And who you are. So many lives made better from you. Mine included. Thanks Derek Jessica and boys.

[@rjnation5042]

I've got a sign in my shop, "$80 an hour labour, $200 an hour if you want to watch" it works well for me, Rj in Oz

[@Brentboy111]

That yard was heaven! Would love everything in there!

[@Afellarcouldprobablyfixit]

A Tuesday upload? That heads up penny really helped a guy out

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

When nature and Earth takes Its steel back Looks pretty neet on all the nature takes these vehicles back @Vice Grip Garage

[@kdhmaico]

Was cool that you took the time to talk to me and my wife and look at my El Camino pictures even as you were done for the day Friday and already on the golf cart ready to get out of there. Glad we got to meet you in person! What a fantastic day there.

[@jmowiscoproud]

Derek imo u brought this years show straight to the top, come on now Iola drew in the biggest crowds in their existence! Much respect thank u for everything Derek n VGG!!

[@paulmartin8212]

Cool to see Aaron and Emily in your video.. Glad Aaron is up to wrenching again.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Wow at the Old Creme soda can and the vitamin bottle very nice interior on that old Rig @Vice Grip Garage

[@skippy383]

The coolest thing is all the people hanging out to watch Derek.... watch what happens next, your a trendsetter, everyone will be doing live builds too. Rock on VGG

[@deborahchesser7375]

I have to admit it made me nervous when he drilled that new flywheel out but he’s the man 🐾✌️🇺🇸

[@clstjam4321]

That 52ish GMC COE would be an awesome body for a ramp truck. If I thought Derick was going to read this I'd implore him to (try to) buy it and transplant it onto his black ramp truck. It would be a ton of work but super cool! As for that 55 Ford Ranch Wagon, that's a vehicle I'd love to build one day.

[@walter2990]

I second the motion for the GMC cab-over purchase, but I'd like him to try and git 'er runnin', as built or a transplanted Chevy Big Block!!

[@ZacLowing]

It is surreally cool!

[@michaelhenderson5098]

Dennis Taylor has one he is rebuilding. Should be awesome when he gets through with it.

[@walter2990]

@michaelhenderson5098 Does he have a YT channel showing that rebuild?

[@RogerGBowie]

4 door GMC COE would be an awesome car hauler. Curious as to wheel base on this unit. Diesel motor maybe??

[@TheKalven]

My repairs/never ever never go as planned. Sometimes I feel it’s only me but to see Derek in the flesh having issues and working through it gives me confidence to keep at it. Thanks Derek !!!

[@Zone6G]

As soon as you said the flywheel didn't fit and you were hammering on it, I thought "don't drill or hone anything out." Then I thought, "don't draw it in with the bolts." LOL

[@handy1arnwald947]

Thanks Derek ,for sharing yourself and your family, and being America's country mechanic. So many of us have been through dozens of cars, and walked many a weary mile, and learned from Hanes manuals and bloody knuckles. I usually toss the destructions after a glance, and assemble as I darn well please. Drives the wife crazy. Here's to greasy wrenches and rolling rust.

[@rbarker4426]

This is the end of the second episode on this build the floor of that car gave new meaning to the word. Fireblob or waldering through a pigsty. It's about three weeks since the first episode. That's about how long it took to get the dirt off your body. Looks like you wasted half a day at the junkyard. It'll be a miracle if you can get it ready by the end of the next day. So much junk so little time.

[@KyleB_RCR8]

That late ‘40s early ‘50s 1 1/2 ton needs to be part of this VGG family. Clearly you know this Derek, and thank you in advance

[@TheRogerKyle]

It's so cool to see how genuinely excited Derek got about that old bubble top

[@jasonfalk7696]

Wow. I thought this episode was going to be great, but it exceeded expectations! I watched a majority of the build in Iola, which was awesome enough. That yard you, Emily, and Aaron walked through, was unreal! I want to be sad for those cars, but reality is, they'd probably be crushed by now, if they hadn't been there. Great work Derek, and thank you Jessica for letting Derek come out and play, and holding down the fort!

[@the_algorithm]

What pisses me off is when the people won't sell those cars They just sit and rot into oblivion or get crushed when they die and next of kin sells it off

[@MrBIG4D]

Derek, you are much more entertaining than your projects are....not that your projects are bad, you are just that entertaining to watch. Your mannerisms are the best. I find myself using them and my wife is like,,"Huh, what was that?" You voice what most of us motor heads have going through our minds as we work......love ya bro, you and your fam!

[@FastasFox35]

How many people are losing their minds watching him banging on the flywheel with a hammer 😂😂😂. Love it. That's my style!

[@darrylcampbell4411]

Cheers Bro. Must remember to Never buy a car off you either. lol.

[@iufan68ind]

I turned flywheels for Cummins for two years, and you didn't breath the wrong way on them or they would not be good. I love the way Derick works and keeps everyone right there with him.

[@hawaiian_judge5113]

I had to stop and walk away twice during that portion of the video..😰😅🤣

[@shomron0]

yes I was feeling very uncomfortable when he was hammering and drilling the flywheel. I have never in my life seen such a think??? LOL He will have to replace it after he gets home!!!

[@hillyard23]

@@shomron0 Anybody else cringe when he drug the transmission over the front clip

[@sbrave]

That wiring removal was gold!!!

[@kellyblack4897]

Getting that Pontiac and Emily in the same camera shot was almost more than the heart can take. 🤩

[@lilmike2710]

I love that rear ends profile. It's something about that shape that just puts a smile on my face.... I'm talking about the Firebird. Get yer mind outta the gutter already 😏

[@CBRHurricane6]

The first gens are definitely boss! I had a 67 350/th350 used to chirp second anywhere over like a third throttle 😂

[@curbozerboomer1773]

Question--who is Emily?..She is hot!

[@paullandvik6467]

Who is Emily

[@roadrunnervsgodzilla2048]

Flying sparks garage.

[@DarkFlamage]

That's a '61 Olds Dynamic 88. Dad traded our '53 Olds Super 88 for one of those. It had an autronic eye, (Automatic headlight dimmer) just like the '53 did as well. Also our Dynamic 88 had a ribbon style speedometer. It changed colors (green, yellow, orange then red as your speed got into the 60-70 + MPH Ranges) Also had "speed-minder" you could set an alarm if you exceeded preset. Big boat of a car, but with it's 394, she ran good. Dig that deep dish steering wheel they had too!

[@tomcleghorn4005]

How many videos till Derek is workin on the coe? It’s a beauty. Derek and family. Thank you for sharing your time with us. You guys are all amazing

[@robertwellman3522]

Thank You Derek! That walk through the guys collection of old iron got me realizing that between my dad & I we owned have of what I saw there including the Farmals. I'm 76 and still rebuilding cars and motorcycles and... You inspire me.

[@countswing284]

Turn up the base on that Dynamic 88. That's one sweet ride! Great show, catch you on Friday for a Firebird burnout! 😎🏎🏁🏁

[@matthewcarroll5278]

My lord that yard is amazing, so many gems

[@kjrunnakko]

Absolute best when Derick does the intro music himself!!! LOVE IT I believe its only the second time!

[@johnviney7919]

Good luck with this rebuild Derek! In the 'honey hole' walkabout, I thought the 4 door cabover GMC to be a great candidate for a rescue in a future video. Never seen a 4 door model. Very cool!!

[@WadeBlackmon]

VGG on Tuesday umm yes. This channel has gave me the motivation to get my 84 tbird off the hillside and get her going again for first time in about 6 years.

[@8keaton]

Love to see the absolute passion for old cars and bringing them back to life. Keep up the good work

[@noskatehate]

I damn near spit my cold snack out, it's Tuesday and VGG posted! 😁

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

I dig that Pontiac you want to make run Derek so very cool @Vice Grip Garage

[@peyton1128]

Keep up the great work Derek! Wish nothing but the best for you and your family! The world needs more families like yours!👍

[@texanroper103]

Just a great thanks for all Dereks work on these projects and for the entertainment. It helps bring me to feeling a part of the car and truck passion you have in the USA. I’m here in the uk and even with our crazy gas and road tax prices I still manage to run my two V8s. VGG and rock auto for my parts helps me feel closer to you like minded folks. Plus no obscenities so my kids can watch too. Thank you Derek.

[@nellayema2455]

Craziest flywheel installation ever! VGG style! Looking forward to the next episode!

[@bentaylor9021]

Collections of cars in the woods like this are just soo cool. It makes we wonder how many vehicles people like that owned in their lifetime to almost forget about that many vehicles. There are some beautiful design classics in amongst that too. Can’t wait to see the snow bird up and running again too. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@tylerbuhite5432]

Completely blown away at the field trip ya took us on, its like time just stopped. So amazing. Thank you sir.

[@ryb6463]

I can’t hardly type with someone watching me. You don’t skip a beat with a crowd watching. Amazing Derek.

[@zachco01fredette74]

28:10 is my wife and I! Love the show and it was great meeting you and your family. Glad to hear the engine fire up!! i have forgotten that the ecm could cause a no spark situation so the suspense at the end was very cool and how you figured it out. That is why i feel you make the videos to show younger guys that you just need to diagnose untill you figure it out. Much love from my Family and keep on the AMAZING work you do for yourself and your family.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Some gorgeous Cars at this show just stunning that big rig was cool 😎 @Vice Grip Garage

[@spacehonky6315]

That old GMC work truck is awesome! Dunno if the frame is any good, but the style looks so cool, I'd have to figure a way to get it on the road again.

[@kenhaupt1865]

Didn't realize you would be in Iola till Saturday afternoon so I got on the bike and caught the tail end. You were very gracious with the crowd! I didn't get to see much but I certainly saw that! Class act!

[@michaelwells710]

Great seeing VGG and Flying Sparks working together! Found Emily and Aaron through VGG about a year ago.

[@mikellewis2346]

Ya know this fella is just hard core to the bone working on the ground for ower entertainment. Thank you Derek.

[@coachmattc]

The walk through the stash was great.

[@craigchase5381]

The absolute only channel that I always hit the like button as soon as I start watching!

[@louisgarguilojr2592]

When you went checking out that private yard looked like an episode of Turning Rust/ Restored. Awesome.

[@jeffrobodine8579]

Lots of poison ivy, oak and sumac.

[@bluesmoke218]

You do all this for us. Such great content and I can watch it with my boys with no worries.

[@chrisallen7512]

Perfectly said brother! I watch his channel with my kids all the time, no worries! Love it, no cussing, family friendly, and not to mention Derek is one of the most genuinely funny KZbinrs out there! My 3 yr old son LOVES cars to say the least, and he will watch VGG with his old man all night lol 😂

[@richborgo]

Looks like so much fun, glad to see Aaron lending a hand, love the toy store at the end, hope Jessica let you have a check or two.

[@ThxtBxyNatx]

I think its cool that everyone can spectate how you build you're car and see how a master does it

[@shoestringfarm]

Proper man, heavy pressure situation, lots of audience viewing, fans. Inspirational.

[@anthonybrown3198]

I LOVE a good car graveyard adventure! What a treat

[@retroplayers5434]

32:16 I really hope they get that 1961 Olds Dynamic 88. I have a ‘64 Ninety Eight and it too was sitting in the woods for decades, driven by a little lady because the seat was all the way forward. The time capsule cars are so cool

[@briangallagher7961]

I love the cinematography! It’s great it is what this channel deserves!

[@ronaldwarren5220]

Nice to see the Flying Sparks folks lending a hand.

[@bubby650]

Don't ya just love it when a plan comes together?

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

The Model Cars young man did an amazing job on the details of them cars we the people on the engine in the model now that is awesome Derek @Vice Grip Garage

[@SWMOWZ]

That 88 needs to be put back on the road! ❤

[@quickdeuce]

@33:00 the sweet (or could have been) '61 2dr Olds Dynamic 88,, Emily says,, "I bet her name was Edith,," It very likely was either Edith or Joan. My step mom's name was Joan and she had a '58 Olds Super 88 Coupe' with more chrome than is seen on 30 cars of today. It was a beauty even back in the day when I first met Joan and her Olds in 1962. I loved the twice pipes with glass packs. There were a few times Joan allowed me (a 15 year old highschool Sophmore) start her Olds and rap the pipes for my buddies which made, Joan and her Olds pretty popular in my small circle of friends. 🙂

[@flyingsparksgarage]

I love that! When Derek sent me inward for the pill bottle I had a fleeting thought ‘omg, when if the bottle says Edith on it’ 😳😝

[@coltonkruse2313]

Perfect timing! Can't wait to see this one. Thanks Derek and family.

[@MarkGeraghty]

"Cross-thread is better than no thread" and "Cross-threading, nature's loctite" had me going again.

[@inspectorgadget775]

One of the best episodes ever. All those vehicles have a personality and a story. Love when Flying Sparks Garage and Vice Grip Garage get together.

[@timmcqueer8460]

I appreciate that you show us when you run into issues that we all run into from time to time.

[@meo6822]

Oh my word, well that makes a fellette’s day! Thanks for this journey and your time with us!

[@rjnation5042]

Just got home from work & you've got pt2 up, let me grab a frosty beverage I'm in for this, thanks big fella your awesome, Rj in Oz

[@tylerderouchie5220]

A guys night has just been made. Absolutely love VGG

[@PowRKord]

I was curious to see if Emily, in her new role as wandering on-the-scene reporter for the Iola Car Show and Swap Meet folks, would show up in your vid as she flitted hither-and-yon gathering action footage in place of the typical scheduled interview thing. She did, and y'all did. Very cool ^5 !

[@flyingsparksgarage]

Sure appreciate that 🥰 It was an epic year 🙌🏼

[@papilloncycles3463]

I'll tell you what! After watching a few laps of Cleetus and Kevin hot dog that Crown Vic around the freedom factory, because it was one car alone, hearing the tires go through that pain. It must really be a handful driving that track! I had no idea you guys were all pushing THAT hard in the corners!

[@jhh8688]

im a disabled mech 62 yrs old i used to do that very thing when the junk yards in my home town would let me lol i used to fire engines to buy my parts its was the life Derrek and you my friend are still loving it keep up the good work Derrek

[@dalebrindamour6499]

I was always told not to drink and drive, you might spill some, and boy you did! Great videos, keep them comin'!

[@Degman17]

Awesome junkyard. That Olds deserves to see the road again.

[@krob5375]

Not what you want in a fresh out the box flywheel but you make it work, great job as always Derek. Lovin this Snowbird series

[@mentat1341]

Don't get me wrong, I love the car, but he called it a fire turkey😂

[@Kellen6795]

​​@mentat1341 I mean hes not wrong! 😂😂😂