We Rebuilt My 1967 Pontiac Tempest & Drove It To The Beach

[@PDL-v8c]

Your lady is very well-spoken and stunning. Lucky man.

[@marcosathens8140]

Congratulations Liv & Danny on getting the motor rebuilt. Good for both of you. back to enjoying the ride. As us old guys say "You done did good"

[@jasonbose3507]

Dude, why are people so hung up on changing out the Pistons, a big waste to replace all the Pistons if you don't need to. You only replace that which is broken. The YOUNG LADY IS ONE HUNDRED PERCENT CORRECT WITH GOOD COMMON SENSE!!! Thanks 👍

[@newtonfirefly3584]

Correct Jason, but [O]Liv[ia and Danny are completely incorrect, wrong with not cleaning all of the carbon deposits off the pistons, inside the heads, valves as they did within the cylinders The carbon deposits result in detonation which results in harm. All of that effort to open the engine, disassemble, examine everything, also remove every piston, change the bearings, hone the cylinders and not clean, wife, remove the carbon deposits from the pistons, heads, valves is obvious, clear, silly, foolish nonsense !! Everyone that does a refresh as this certainly cleans and removes all carbon deposits ! They clearly need to modify the fuel mixture and perhaps the fuel. But why are obviously very ignorant and refuse to accept the proper, correct, valid knowledge which is known for over 5 to 6 decades to over 120 years. Ethanol and methanol are far better hydrocarbon fuels with hydrogen is the best. @GNARLY SPEED SHOP ​ @GnarlySpeedShop The inline fuel filter is certainly an improvement, but a 10 num replacement filter is far better for the fuel injection system. Adding, Switching to having "Flex-Fuel" for variable and high ethanol content is far better too. However, Ignorant Fools will remain to be foolish accepting the false incorrect ideas, claims, information from those with improper, incorrect, invalid information lacking proper knowledge known form over 140 years. Blogs, certainly 'comments' along with many involved in building, racing are certainly among those with incorrect, invalid, improper, false base, basis. The actual professionals have connection with the proper knowledge. Among the best available on-line are David Vizard, Lake Speed, Jr.. much from Steve Morris, , add especially EFI University, R.E. D which are actual engineers as Lake Speed, Jr. Certainly add experts as PME, Dennis and similar professional engineering, competent, engine builders as Ed Pink. Among the most common is ignorance with, about fuels, lubrication and proper operating temperature. All The Best and Much Success in Your Quest(s), Health, Happiness and Well Being 😊, Sincerely ☺ P.S. If You will check the CA Law, ask any PD officer, Sheriff, it is required to have the CA license plates-tags with the appropriate valid sticker on the front and rear of the vehicle along with the required registration and insurance information. Danny should already know this, since he has been loving in CA all these years, as i did when living there too [1982-1993]. Personally appreciate the older blue metal painted license tags, plates. They look especially very good with this 1967 GTO too! have been thinking often, many times about the specific 417 NPR and the meaning for this vehicle. Have You figured out a meaning yet ?

[@brianhoover4730]

I reused all my lq4 positions. Just put new rings on them and clean them up. been running my lq4 for year's now still to very day since 2017 and not one problem

[@newtonfirefly3584]

@@robertyoung. Yes, Robert Young, ... so what is/are You actual point(s) ??!!

[@optimisticpessimist484]

​@@newtonfirefly3584 That minimal piston carbon buildup will not be an issue at the lower compression ratio they are running with.

[@newtonfirefly3584]

@@optimisticpessimist484 Do You have any actual chemistry, physics, engineering, engine mechanics to substantiate Your claims with accuracy ??!! NO -> Your attempted falsehood instruction failed => Good Luck, Bye Bye

[@vigt548]

It is so great to see a couple that really work in harmony esp. when the are extremely knowledgeable. They are 100% positive energy.

[@autobahngringo]

Nice people - fun watchin you guys!

[@cornflake73]

I am so happy that your build has turned out so well for you. I too thought those lifters were noisy, glad you checked them. Sounds great.

[@GoldSeals]

Im just seeing this now after watching your other video.I didnt know you had it back together already..I think you made the right call not cleaning the tops of the other pistons.Some pistons have a protecive coating on them,and by using a wire brush,you might remove that coating..Im so glad everything turned out ok

[@ericclaeyborn3600]

What that expert says can't possibly be better than my internet comments. No way! Clean the top of those pistons! lol. Even if you don't clean off those pistons, you're still an inspiration.

[@SteveLowe65]

It sounds so good! Great job you two, very happy for you!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thanks so much!!

[@gearheadted9210]

very cool car,music and solid young folks,Im 61 and grew up working on and driving classic cars it was awesome!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@vicferrari9380]

Love them old Pontiacs.

[@garybarry4446]

So happy you are going to get it done and have a test drive

[@musclecarczarig4003]

When Ken Duttweiller talks, you listen! That man is a legend. Congrats on getting Big Wave going again!

[@davidjones5729]

Your Pontiac sounds great! Great perseverance getting it back on the road. You're ready for Power Tour 2024!

[@olschoolkarate1]

Exhaust sounds great. Clean looking install great work.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thanks 👍

[@johnreo7212]

Congratulations guys, outstanding effort, your excitement is infectious. The methodology you use in solving the problems you've faced, is a testament to your work ethic. Really nice shop as well.

[@mafiahenschen8674]

Awesome Liv,,, you keep crushing it!,,,👍👍🥃🥃

[@elwoodsummersjr596]

Great job, Pontiac sounds amazing, liv is as beautiful as ever, you just amaze me girl , so full of life ❤❤❤

[@johnbehneman1546]

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR MOTOR REBUILDD!!!! SHE LOOKS AND DRIVES GREAT!!!! GREAT VIDEO. SO INSPIRATIONAL!!!! THANKS FOR SHARING!!!!

[@philipstephan5451]

Hello, yeah that one piston is going to darken up within a few miles any way. Just keep doing what you been doing. Have fun doing it, the minute you get to serious, and listen to everyone else, its not fun any more. Stay safe , blessings. Cheers. 😊

[@unclerobby]

I had two strokes and two heart attacks restoring my Ride. I love your posts and progress ❤ Hopefully next year I can make Myrtle Beach Run. Keep up the awesome work.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

You can do it!! Thank you so much for watching. ❤️

[@chuck56176]

Congratulations on a great engine build! Had a '67 Tempest, one of my favorite cars ever! Always got a lot of comments whenever I drove it! Love your channel and the surfing music! You both are a lot of fun! 😊👍🏻🏝

[@nathanlapp2244]

Congratulations on getting Big Wave fixed and back on the road! Your videos are so honest and this one made my day!😊

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thanks so much

[@TheRealRyan68]

Congrats on getting "Big Wave" back on the road! Such a great reward to accomplish that. I know that journey to get there as well. Keep up the great work! 🤙

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you!

[@GrandPitoVic]

OMG!!! Do you know what's going to happen if you don't clean those piston tops? NOTHING!!!! LOL. Great job Liv. Just remember, 98% of the people on here that like to drop some of those awesome comments have never left their couch, much less accomplish what you have. Especially being a woman wrenching on cars. Anyone that's wrenched on cars have been clueless. EVERYONE has to learn. No matter gender. My hat is off to you. You have learned so much. Be proud of yourself.

[@titogonzalez9449]

IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS VIDEO!! So excited that the tempest is finally running

[@rdecoster1]

Yaa-Hoo!!!! The Tempest is a pretty neat old Hot Rod Pontiac. The underneath is the best with all the fresh Trick parts. There is no real rust problems. The interior is all cleaned up. All in all a pretty COOL car!! Now it sounds healthy and runs Great too!!!

[@JT-dj9hc]

Olivia I'm with you, the simplicity of a carburetor is nice and ironically a bad indicator hurt your baby. With a good old 4150 Holley that motor would still be alive and finished your trip. Blessings guys really enjoy your shop time and adventures

[@jessesager9460]

I’m stoked to see you guys got it back together and cruising again! 🤘🏻

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you!

[@TerryWaitman]

Dont worry about the pistons! I dropped a valve out of a big block buick. It knocked the whole top out 1 piston and cracked the head . I bought 1 piston new rings on it , 1 valve, i honed the cylinder and had crack fixed in head! Drove it 3 more years before i got rid of the car and i didn't baby it either!!

[@TheHord]

Really appreciate the video and sharing it with us, that's for Danny 😂. Only at 15:00 ish now, but things are looking great, can't wait to see the Pontiac back up and running for good. 🍻... Big Wave is awesome! Glad to see all is well.

[@tonyrovito9753]

I have a 70 Nova and to see the work you're doing on this warms my heart. In many ways mine was a similar build!

[@mikemullay5622]

I have two classic Buicks. A '56 Special and a '65 Skylark. Both are virtually stock with some minor improvements to the brakes and suspension. I get looks everywhere I go. The classic car community is really the best. My '65 Skylark is no beauty queen but I drive the heck out of it. I love seeing that old Tempest on the highway.

[@32road]

Just awesome!! Great to see the smiles and Big Wave on the road! Cheers🍻🍻✌️

[@jeff-el5ne]

very fun video , really enjoyed watching .

[@rodwood6871]

Good Job on the Tempest!...I just noticed the "OHC6" (inline6) badge on the front fender so its cool that its a 6 litre engine that you guys installed.... I come from a Pontiac family so I really enjoyed this content !....My dream car is a 67 GTO....keep up the great work.!!

[@rickmccurdy4932]

That’s my fav car too!! I had 3 67 custom tempests back in high school…my nicest 67 I kept for 10 yrs….i love your videos!!! Wish I still had my 67 post car too….

[@rickmccurdy4932]

Wish I could send you pics of my cars…my brother & both had 67 Pontiacs I had a Tempest and he had a Lemans convertible

[@davidowen888]

Excellent ! I'm in Love ❤️ with the Pontiac that is 😉 ☮️

[@enriquelicea9821]

Love your Car good job. I good my baby two years 1966 GTO it's have been park for 30 years And I been working on it hope to have it on the road..soon.. Its a Pontiac i think that i will cry when i get it back on the road...😢

[@garywilson12]

congrats on getting BIG WAVE back on the road. love the beach tour!

[@Novaman66]

Great dedication and not getting dismayed by a few setbacks! After all Rome wasn’t built in a day! And neither are 6liter engines!😊 “ Big Wave” is big time!!!👍Congrats👏

[@nickelnoserestos2598]

Awesome job guys... Love that sweet Pontiac... so nice.

[@williamward7707]

Congratulations...you look so happy...also appropriate music for this video "The Ride Out", "My Brand New Car", "Shark Alert"...kudos for "Big Wave"

[@chrishakomaki7633]

Ya do what u want 2 do. And from what I have seen u r not doing anything wrong. That's what building cars should b is having fun and learning new things.

[@Testing-123]

Your happiness and satisfaction are well-deserved. Big-Wave is a beautiful machine!!

[@furyfantoo]

10:34 Band clamps, like what is used on large trucks, work well for sealing when the downstream pipe is inside the upstream pipe. Muffler shops insert the TP this way but then generally weld it to make it leak-free. But you want to remove your mufflers in the future, so a band clamp is a potential solution. There are band clamps for butt-jointed pipes and for overlapping pipes - make sure to get the right type. Also, slather the OD of the tailpipe with anti-seize before you put it into the muffler to help with future disassembly.

[@morora.9312]

Very nice ! Congrats on getting in back in shape !

[@johnjwedrall4290]

Olivia. You da Best 😊

[@cliffordkinnear9705]

Congratulations!!!! She lives!! The Tempest when new was considered a mid-size car for reals! The Bonneville was the full size coupe or 4 dr sedan. Smart decision going with the V-Band clamps, they've been used in the aerospace industry since the 1940's!! They don't leak ever!! Beautiful views from the top of the road as well as the beach-side on the PCH. Both of you did a great job on the Tempest -- well done!!!

[@ChrisGarage]

Hey Liv everyone who comments on what you’ve should have done aren’t in it. Nothing wrong with using those pistons if they were cleaned and inspected. They weren’t in there that long. I felt bad for your 6.0 going south. Looking forward to the next start!

[@stephenhodge6441]

I really like v band exhaust. Being able to change out things easily is very underrated.

[@jacquelineg3987]

Happy Happy for you both! I love your channel. I have a 1977 ford van with full on rust and your channel made me appreciate the patina 😂❤ You guys rock. Great couple together much respect seen between you two❤ Get that baby tuned in before the big hills for the wave 😂

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you so much Jacqueline!! Appreciate you watching ❤️

[@phillipcortel6330]

Good for you Liv! The piston tops will get dirty / Carbonell up anyway.

[@jimfinlaw4537]

Congratulations on getting Big Wave back on the road where it belongs. Theres no need to replace all the pistons with such little time on them. They should do just fine. Looking forward to seeing your adventurea in Big Wave. Again, congratulations on a job well done. 😉

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you!!

[@NetWit20]

Nice running and nice looking Pontiac. That's a big job, but you proved that not giving up pays off.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thanks 👍

[@tonypatrick9362]

Heck yeah that’s awesome glad to see you guys having fun great video thanks

[@BigElCat]

I'd recommend Walker SS Quiet Flow mufflers. Stainless steel, good flow, low price, and nice rumble,

[@terryeustice5399]

Kinda like instant replay Danny. After the lifters sound got quite. Sounds a lot better. The Tempest is alive again. Looking great. So far. Watched this car from the beginning. Big Wig is a keeper. No driving it off a cliff. Just some Patina sauce to shine up.

[@stevesmith2155]

Good job, enjoy your project , live love laugh and drive your car, and l love your podcasts.😊😊

[@mark_osborne]

The fact they didn't clean the 'tops of the piston's' means absolutely nothing because 100 miles down the road, every piston will look exactly the same. Glad you got it back together. I'll stop right there.

[@davesayers5809]

Outstanding AF great car and love following the build!!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Much appreciated!

[@jimgillett1184]

Sweet ride girl! Seen you being interviewed by VGG and talking about your Tempest and seen this and had to check it out. Got a subscriber here as soon as I saw the fishing pole in the front when you were taking off lol. Great content Sweet Tempest enjoy!

[@chriskayakq-ster7264]

I totally get it the classic hotrod thingy. Makes me miss my older cars from high school i bought cheap or people just gave me. My fav was a 64' Buick Wildcat 455 engine 4 barrel carb w/ baby blue interior marsh mellow white with all polished perfect chrome bumpers.

[@mikemullay5622]

Nothing more fitting than Dick Dale's beach guitar for this beach road trip.

[@nordland2235]

My high school sweetheart had a 67 Buick Le Sabre......we cruised the tires off of it.....big back seat too.😊

[@frecheewhite431]

Really cool and love the super cool surf music too

[@imhtrod2093]

Guys I love this channel! Immediately subscribed! Just came up on this feed and watched this episode. I had a 1967 Lemans and this was so nostalgic!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you for subscribing :)

[@maxpurdy5319]

Way to go kiddo you did. It looks good now I want a LS In my El Camino.

[@chrishansley6200]

I’m sooo very proud of you for not getting discouraged like so many people would. You rolled up your sleeves and jumped right in. And rode that Big Wave all the way to shore. And a bid shout out to Gnarly Race Shop for always having your back. Much respect! 🎉❤❤🎉

[@rodvaughan8628]

I really like the way you pot it together. Happy to see yall having fun.

[@wesmattimore2895]

Congratulations, you guys put alot of work into it.. me and my ocd i would've cleaned the carbon off the piston tops.. congrats again

[@WAVEGURU]

Love your channel! I didn't see any explanation for the piston that went bad, what caused that one piston to mess you motor up?

[@andrewromero98]

Now thats how its done... Very informative and a lot of knowledge to be gained from this video. Now come pick me up lol

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

On my way. Let's cruise!!

[@paulgrimm]

Love your Tempest!Total Bad Ass❤.You have beautiful pistons 😂

[@bruceshook1781]

One of the prettiest body styles i think. Wish i still had my 67 GTO

[@samvan7527]

Congratulations, I'm curious as to how the injector flow test came out. Also, you should get some shine juice from Derik at vice grip garage for the beauty.

[@OdySlim]

shure sounds nice! Great job.

[@dennyoconnor8680]

Never ever start a freshly assembled engine without using a preoiler to get all of the air bubbles out of the oil passages or the top end is going to run dry while the engine oil pump is trying to purge the airlocks out. Assuming you use a good assembly lube, probably no harm was dome. But listening to those hammering lifters made my teeth hurt. Anyway - nice engine.

[@geebopbaluba1591]

That was quick. There’s a 66 GTO shell for sale that’s a original 4 speed 389 car and I looked at it but I’m just to old now to get involved in another project. I’m very happy for you getting it back on the road.

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Thank you!

[@garyhodges8173]

Congrats! Big Wave is a great looking ride!👍🏻

[@jessegoldston70]

Congratulations i would Use some Sweet Patina on it if you are not going to paint it

[@fredfleming261]

Love your car I have a 67 GTO that belonged to my late daughter. Mine is all stock

[@David-rx5eo]

I know you said you don't care, but I would have definitely cleaned the top of the pistons. It looks like it was running rich on the last build. Cleaning the piston tops would have let you better gauge how the new build does in comparison to the old build.

[@jeebs2002]

This is my favorite year for the GTO. It sounds great.

[@1mattbutch]

Academy award for best camera man goes to... GNARLY SPEED!!!

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Danny is SO good at filming. 👏

[@1mattbutch]

@@GnarlySpeedShop featuring his stunning beautiful lady!

[@markbrown6236]

Congratulations on the first road trip on the new engine. Have you considered some "shine juice" from Vice Grip Garage to stabilize the rust/patina?

[@GnarlySpeedShop]

Yes! Will be working on cosmetics next

[@decem_unosquattro9538]

Congratulations on finally finishing the Ponting project! 😂 Where are you guys? I guess its L.A. right? That must have been so exciting and a big relief to drive it and know she's okay. The big unanswered question is what was the diagnosis of the piston? Did she put it in the wrong way? Thats an important step in building engines. I didn't or we didn't find out what caused the scoring on the piston. Don't worry there is no way to learn without making mistakes. In fact if your not making mistakes your not trying hard enough. Nobody wants to fk up unfortunately you can't make gains with errors. Always right down the steps to check. I always do it methodically and recheck everything at least three times. I remember building something and rechecked it for the third time. Thats when I discovered a mistake. Make check lists so you can check each component on a piece of paper. Anyway this was a fun video and wow what a gorgeous day in Los Angeles! That coast line what a view! 😂❤👍👏🙋🏻‍♂️🇦🇺 Australia

[@RealGenX]

I hate re using parts but this was the smartest way to go hands down! The new piston will be dirty by the end of the first drive😊

[@kevinkobayashi]

what an amazing job on the car, got few ideas for your "next job" on the car, one get a serious paint job and last convert the back to a convertible so it can be ready again for summer trips and fun in the sun driving wind in your hair

[@thruitallauto2538]

Now your sounding like professional engine builders, best way to learn is dig in

[@timc2346]

Always been my favorite mid 60s Pontiacs then Chevy.

[@tinstaaflh3042]

You should have a 10 micron filter before the injectors. 80-100 micron is after the pump,

[@giveblood8467]

sounds like this one is going to be good. Good Luck.

[@jacquelinechellis4036]

Tune it perfect and the others will clean up and number 2 will catch up. Hope you have good luck.

[@Dalekennth1969]

it’s your car you do what you want ❤❤

[@1966gtoguy]

You had one scored piston, all others were good so no need to concern yourself if they all are within spec. Don't listen to the internet experts!

[@donaldfuller5041]

Never had a problem after building my 6.0 ls. Just gotta use the proper oil priming.

[@AndyFromBeaverton]

So did you discover what caused the damage to #2? My guess is still a small brass washer was unknowingly lodged somewhere in the carb and it freed itself and it found its way to #2 and got chewed up. The v-band on the exhaust is such a great idea.

[@AndyFromBeaverton]

@@jeffh.9999 Explain the scaring on the piston walls and the tiny bits of shrapnel in the pan. I did the same thing about 40 years ago. Luckily I got it before any damage. I small flat washer could easily pass the valve and end up flat against the cylinder sidewall. The washers are soft enough to get chewed up. We know metal got in somehow. Maybe this piece of metal was in the carb loose left there during manufacturing. That's why I shake my carbs flip them upside down and open up the butterflies before I put them on.

[@MJTAUTOMOTIVE]

@@AndyFromBeaverton , This engine does not have a Carb. Liv already said it was the number 2 fuel injector that was clogged causing no 2 cylinder to run lean.

[@furyfantoo]

@@MJTAUTOMOTIVE Was it clogged and not flowing enough or spitting large droplets instead (which don't burn well and can show as lean on the WB gauge). The clean spot on the cyl head makes me think it was spitting and giving some fuel wash.

[@Beaches_south_of_L.A.]

You should drill a hole in the flange of your thermostat. It's a precautionary measure so you will never not have coolant flowing.

[@silkysmooth7900]

Before starting it you want to prime the oiling system. Disconnect the fuel and pull all spark plugs. Use the starter to turn the engine and build up some oil pressure.