I Rescued an Abandoned Dodge Charger after 35 Years

[@whistlindiesel]

Very professionally done video. Our battle will be legendary.

[@michaelsclark]

Our battle 🤔 I smell some kind of collab

[@CalebBuckley]

Your 69 vs his 68

[@jesusgutierrez6656]

The battle of the chargers

[@tstryker03]

Ya derby Charger battle.

[@michealberry995]

Good luck with the FBI 🤙

[@HooviesGarage]

Like everyone here, I cannot put in to words properly how much I love tater, and how well the car fits you!

[@CodeineAbdulJabbar]

WE LOVE YOU HOOVIE. HOOK ME UP WITH THE PIMP MY RIDE VAN

[@ArrowTob93]

Damn! I felt in love with that beauty. I would drive it exactly like that. Just getting it street legal for Germany and then drive it every day to the university! 😍 If you ever wanna get rid of this car pls let me know and I will import the car of my dreams to Germany 🤯

[@isaacsrandomvideos667]

Ey up hoovie!

[@leemast4010]

Must love Hoovie for encouraging bad ideas!!

[@marcuscoquer5958]

The godfather of Witchita KZbinrs has arrived. Is this why you're selling everything Tyler? To try to buy the cheapest running, driving Smokestang in the USA?

[@Schwarzgeist89]

Big Boy got himself some old school American Muscle…looking forward to seeing what beast comes out of the 68’ Charger

[@hounddogjakegaming]

Me too

[@raviolibandit8396]

A cummins

[@Schwarzgeist89]

@@raviolibandit8396 Nah, he already did that with the Smokestang. 😛

[@NoWhiteLighters]

$1 says he slaps at least 1 turbo in it

[@huntertippetts3670]

I mean he does have a he'll cat he can't do anything on the streets with ! I'm thinking a swapppp

[@unclemikeb]

I am so glad to see someone rescued that car. I had one back in the 60's, loved it. Still love it. We needed a bigger vehicle after having kids so I reluctantly sold it to a coworker. His son still has it. There are times when I really miss that car. I loved that body style the first time I saw one at the dealer. Just knowing it is back in drive-able condition makes me happy.

[@faststang85]

He will manage to fuck it up like everything else he owns.

[@Mike_B.]

We have the same name.

[@k00lkidz4]

@@Mike_B. are you nerds gonna kiss

[@davjxsd]

@@k00lkidz4 lol

[@throtl]

So epic! Well done boys!

[@josephaustin2479]

Aye looks like the next resto mod build

[@lelandlande9833]

Hi throtl

[@JustJordoe]

you dont want to miss my come up!💙🤞kzbin.info/www/bejne/raGXZalqnL2Vd5Y

[@mastapieceproductions7903]

Q

[@Teddd_2]

Wassup

[@sfm.x]

This could have been a 5 part build series but Westen just had to give us in one go😂. Great find, great classic.

[@Slammed46]

i hate when people drag it out. welp today we installed a new steering wheel cover, come back for episode 62.7 of the build series.

[@bradeenryan5497]

@@Slammed46 It needs a middle ground tbh like doing a build over a month is fair so they can make a decent return money wise off of the video, but that being said some youtubers especially bigger ones *cough cough TJ Hunt* like to literally put out a video to announce that next week they are putting out a video

[@xaviersagaste90]

Roadkill

[@vincentsjoden2196]

Why wait? 🤣

[@michaelweston9772]

Even in that shape, still a beautiful car. I had one back in the late 90's. Bought it sight unseen at an estate auction. Dude that passed had 14 old cars sandwiched into an old barn. I got lucky and took a '69 that hadn't run in years, was moldy, dusty, and needed interior work, but the frame was good and there was very little rust. Got it at a steal for $2500. The lady selling them just wanted them gone. I was fortunate to have a small group of buddies who were car guys and we put some work into her and got her running smooth. Painted it a really cool burnt orange with some sheen to it. Drove that car for about six years, right up through college. Definitely got noticed and had quite a few young ladies check out the back seat. Unfortunately I had a run in with a drunk driver one evening that did damage and ended with the car wrapped around a large maple tree. Too bent to hell to save. Now that I'm older and have some toy money to spend I'm looking for another one that is either completely redone, or close to it. This definitely brought back some memories.

[@nickward5758]

That's such a tragedy for a car like that to end the way it did. This is a good example of why drinking and driving don't mix, it could end the lives of both people and cars that are loved and cherished by many

[@charlesr.4452]

This is my dream car and I only wish I could pick up one for that price right now. I don't even want to buy a restored or built piece because I want to put my own time in and make it my own but it seems like everyone finds one and wants to sell a shell with nothing in it for 30 grand or more. I'll just have to wait a while longer.

[@oz9063]

@@charlesr.4452 The dream. To work on a car and make it truly yours

[@aliirtazahussainkhan5919]

Respect 🤘❤️

[@SP-sy5nq]

Sad end for a charger, but better than sitting as a collector’s piece unloved and undriven!

[@IamKingSleezy]

Something undeniably beautiful about an old car sitting defeated like that until she gets another chance at life. Thank you for reviving that piece of history Westen.

[@wwjoshdew]

i can't tell you how much I love the jokes. this is about the sketchiest thing we've done in about... today. and "it's been so long... like 2 weeks". even commenting my two cents on a channel with over a million subs. have a great day.

[@jwag9931]

Literally my dream car

[@simonwanjohimutahi5180]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4XMiqKlaLx4oKs

[@jnicholaswildcat]

I will straight up by it from you, I don’t care what I gotta do

[@ulmanramos879]

@@agnez112 -

[@saxmusicmail]

Uncle Tony has a T-shirt for you... just sayin'.

[@greasylifevlogs]

The patina on that thing is absolutely gorgeous. Glad to see another American classic back on the road.

[@simonwanjohimutahi5180]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4XMiqKlaLx4oKs

[@wild_goose_0285]

Can we all just be grateful for the fact that Weston took all this time to make one glorious video and not a boring 39 part miniseries.

[@computernaut]

Honestly, I prefer seeing more of the process. It helps us to appreciate the final product more.

[@99milesaway41]

I'm with you. I've seen 100 cars, motorcycles, etc, built, this was nice

[@gd1996]

No, we need more vids

[@benmac940]

Would have been good if it was bit longer and showed a bit more of the process. But certainly like the fact he doesn't drag it out over dozens of episodes.

[@aaronpreston47]

Bold of to assume this is the last we will see of this car.

[@refrigerator1953]

The sound of that engine is perfect 😩

[@mordy2085]

Yeah it's incredible bruh

[@buddwizersiren_9173]

This shit is so funny. I love the fact that Westin is basically a grown baby. He gets so happy and it lights up my day.

[@crf1012]

I wish he uploaded more! This guy is hilarious! Makes me laugh every video I watch The humor is just great!

[@A_FEMALE_MAN]

#paidcomments

[@DerickZ28]

Funny thing about his channel, most channels get about 30% of the views of their subscriber count. This guy is constantly in the 85%+ range.

[@JM-yx1lm]

I'm curious what age y'all are?

[@crf1012]

@@JM-yx1lm I am 16 and have been watching since I was 13 or so

[@Peace_Keeper348]

The charger at the brink of death: my time has come. Westen: The living are not done with you yet.

[@staticboyj.r.]

Well if you take the engine out doesn’t that mean it died

[@samgrimes3162]

Captain America: Civil War- Black Panther to Zemo?

[@Srananmufasa]

@@staticboyj.r. just a cars type heart transplant bro

[@joeycoppens1064]

9:22 was so spot on working on a charger

[@MartyT]

Shes a beauty.. Nice work getting it back on the road

[@girthtrude5040]

love ur vids

[@LITTLE1994]

Yup.

[@lisamcdonald7828]

While that casing is cracked on the Dodge motorhome transmission you want the gears out of it! The motorhomes had lower gears in the transmission. Swap them into a long tail 727. Old drag racing secret. Neat old charger.

[@01trsmar]

Dont know about the industrial 413 though...thats what that motorhome has..read the air cleaner 265 hp was the industrial 413,yes they made them in h.d trucks until the late 70's car 413 ended in 1965..

[@fadinrenegade]

@@01trsmar Is was a 71 or 72 that was rated at 265 wasn't it?

[@lisamcdonald7828]

I have a 1970 Commander Motorhome with the 265 hp 413 in it. I didn't notice a raised water pump with connections to the 2 heads on Westens motor. That is the easiest way to distinguish between the 413 industrial and 440 motorhome engines. The other way is exhaust manifolds.

[@lisamcdonald7828]

Sadly Westen didn't really give a good view of the engine until after the two weeks later. Not sure what the 1971 or 72 440 has for Hp but would think about the same as the 413 would be about right. Neither were high compression engines and the 413 was setup for better cooling then the 440 and more industrial applications. Surprisingly they offered the 413 for as long as they did the 440 in motorhomes and in big trucks. I wonder which one was the more expensive engine option. I am guessing the 413 was a more expensive option then the 440.

[@frigglebiscuit7484]

not true. old wives tale. there was no low 1st 727, that was the 904/999 trans. however, the 727 motorhome trans has a 4 pinion planetary, and more clutch packs. you can get aftermarket low 1st gears now though.

[@ryantruelove2742]

This literally warms my heart seeing you so happy and I can’t wait to see this build progression I love the content

[@simonwanjohimutahi5180]

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[@joshuajesch7154]

That is a good noise. I hope to someday meet you and taters 🙂 . I'm a 40 year old ND farm boy/grain trucker and I love your channel. I used to own a rough shape white 69 charger that i sold so i could buy a rebuilt 396 chevy engine back in 2002 (still have the motor but miss the charger everyday since ) and it almost brought tears to me hearing yours do what she's been denied for 35 years.

[@314jeepsnmopars3]

This had strong Roadkill vibes especially when he brought out the cardboard list board and sharpie. But then when he pulled out a 440 out of a motor home I knew he was going full Roadkill, just in time for General Mayhem to be brought back to its 440 motor home glory as well.

[@Crispy77760]

yes but he at least fix the brakes before driving it lol

[@FutureGPTranscoDriver]

hell yeah

[@betaakey]

HECK YEAH

[@wadebrewer7212]

Waaaaaay more effective at motor harvesting....🤣

[@Twisted_RC]

I was gonna say, as soon as I saw the motor home, roadkill flash backs 😅 🤣

[@DylanMcCoolVideo]

Looks like we need our Chargers to meet.

[@lostkidaf7952]

The torch has been lit.

[@BigWiggerNoobTube]

Was just gonna say you need to get with him

[@housestark45]

God, I have really been wanting you to make a video about the charger,i have missed it so much

[@danielseelye6005]

Yes, breed the two Chargers and create a Pony...car! I'll see myself out 😉

[@fredpadilla9644]

@@danielseelye6005 please do!!!

[@codymedeiros7243]

Westin never misses, always positive just a great dude gotta love him and his content

[@shannonshepard3021]

Thanks for sharing this Awsome find!! Had 3 69 RoadRunners in my first marriage and I loved mine, drove it everyday. My daughter grew up in it. It was the late 80s early 90s. Love the old Muscle, they are the Best.

[@mitchelldecker7771]

This is where David and mike on roadkill failed when they tore apart their pace arrow for the big block in the general mayhem. They should have just rented a skid steer for about 325$ a day. 🤷 this build is gonna be awesome 👏 😎🇺🇸

[@DerickZ28]

That wouldn't have made as much of an episode lol. Then again 🤔

[@dave1135]

Picture Dave running the skid steer and Mike standing with both fists pumped in the air

[@mightymachinez]

I thought the same thing LOL, almost exactly like roadkill

[@stephendoing2253]

They had to pay a guy to finish it

[@wallrus0346]

The more I watched this I realized how similar this is to Roadkill's Charger, and it is AWESOME.

[@hellobruh9406]

I was thinking that when I realised why they had a motor home

[@Valdemar-Perez-III]

Vice Grip Garage bought it I think.

[@philz600]

@@Valdemar-Perez-III they bought the Vanishing Paint Challenger i believe

[@knote4958]

motorhome powertrains are an easy go-to powertrain for old muscle. A big block V8 with a big cam and a sturdy transmission. A 440 and 727 powertrain is what you'd find from a factory charger back in the day anyways.

[@mikolajrychlicki4866]

Motor home 440 power

[@FeedMeSalt]

My 1972 olds has a 455 big block. This shit makes me smile.

[@johnannen9873]

I'm so excited to see it moving! I actually passed you while you were bringing it to your shop and got super excited to see what you'd do with it!

[@dominicramadhar7585]

This could've been a 40 episode build... I'm GLAD IT WASNT... this guy knows what we want and it's why I'd watch

[@koren.tomislav]

This is brutal. I wish I could be there, even for a minute, to hear that symphony. One day I will find one for my garage. All praise guys!!! Great vid!

[@snoproblem]

It's alive!! Aliiiive!! A comeback story worthy of Shelley. You know, I wondered about the old joke that Chargers of this era were decimated in the late 70's by 'The Dukes of Hazzard', but the estimated butcher bill is about 300 cars, according to Google. So there's plenty more to be found, out there, waiting for second life, given by loving industrious hands. : )

[@rang0_5214]

After seeing the smokestang, I'm curious to see how this one turns out. That car sounds awesome too.

[@bigheadb2753]

“Hello sweetheart, how are you doing today” had me dying. That’s one bad ass charger, looks good without paint to be honest

[@BlacktsunamiTheOG]

That car will be legendary!!!

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

That is a beauty!!

[@jakeorenzo1009]

Following in Roadkills footsteps. Awesome👊

[@JosephHeil-zu7by]

You can just see the fun and excitement on his whole body. It almost makes you excited for him. When are you doing another build series?

[@MrZillas]

From Winnebago to Dodge, it's like LEGO. Plug 'n Play, man, Plug 'n Play!!!! ... No serious, fantastic sound and work. LOVE IT.

[@szymczokus]

I just love the pure joy on your face and in your voice when it starts and when it drives. Would love to have a similar moment in my life someday.

[@Jman23199]

Does anyone else remember when roadkill did this exact thing ? An brought a 68 charger back to life that episode was a classic

[@lolekthejohn]

Back when roadkill was still great. I hope westen doesn't fall off his track, being sponsored by dodge..

[@debiantdemon4020]

Yup and they also ripped the engine out of a motorhome too 😂😂

[@jackkohles4897]

that is still one of my favorite episodes and favorite car from roadkill

[@CodeineAbdulJabbar]

I think they put a 2j in that sucker

[@niteninja0133]

@@CodeineAbdulJabbar no youre thinking of the death metal charger with Finnigan. Freiburgers Charger had the hellcat motor that they just removed on Roadkill Garage

[@tangydiesel1886]

At the 10:00 minute mark, that is the look of pure happiness.

[@HotRod38449]

Seeing that, hearing that, gets me extremely excited for my turn in my 66 dodge charger that I also have a motorhome 440 and a 727 tranny for, well done

[@butternuts14]

That car is gonna be ridiculous when he’s done with it, when he’s passionate about a project, it’s sick. Look at the smokestang

[@TheVoid435]

I just started watching him and I’ve binged watched like every video he’s made in the last year. Pretty lit.

[@TheProsessor]

This might be the best sounding car I've heard in a while

[@TheCowboy1973]

“It moves!” (And then in Westin Champlain style, the mirror falls apart.) Love ya buddy!

[@ofiliogarcia2497]

Ever since I watch the Dukes of Hazzard the dodge charger has been my favorite congrats on getting the 68 charger and can't wait to see the cool upgrades you will do it.

[@gsp911]

That was a '69, the "right" one. 👌 The '69 has been my dream car since 1975, and still is.

[@cheddarbiskit1]

Westen does roadkill. They had general mayhem, he made general mayonnaise.

[@GLL2006]

Exactly

[@GLL2006]

Exactly

[@dannyjudge2876]

Mayonnaise blew the alternator then the ignition coil said “see you later”!!!!

[@RussellBrosGarage]

Nailed it!

[@jerredwayne8401]

Mayonnaise allot of bondo on the assend! 🤣🤣

[@DOODOOMAN118]

Love the taillights on the 68. Most beautiful taillights ever.

[@scottmeacham1738]

When I was but a wee lad my neighbor had a '68 charger. It was doo doo brown with a black vinyl top but with those little button clearance lights, it was the most beautiful thing I've ever seen to this day. Can't wait to see more on this one! Thanks for sharing your adventures with us!

[@LeslieGovender]

This is absolutely amazing. This is the stuff I love to see. The old Tater given a new life instead of just rotting away. Congratulations

[@Lracer61]

I vote for leaving the paint alone, looks pretty cool. Awesome video buddy

[@g_compo8639]

But imagine it fully painted up in piano black that's one of the blackest black you can get all polished is like a mirror with the chrome restored and genuine wheels restored she would look mean as hell

[@indianaslim4971]

Patina is stupid for a classic muscle car like this. Can't wait for the patina craze to be over, sick of people dropping thousands of dollars on drivetrains and having a butt ugly car.

[@1spunkymonkey2]

@@indianaslim4971 Patina looks great on classic trucks but belongs nowhere near classic muscle

[@indianaslim4971]

@@1spunkymonkey2 I mean, to each his own, it's their vehicle and we don't know anyone's finances/skills but to me the patina fad has run it's course, kind of like girls twerking, I like butts but I don't think twerking improves my appreciation for them.

[@hin0te190]

having a car that you love that was abandoned basically and you built and put back together has gotta be one of the best feelings bro i wanna do this, restoring an old car i like but i doubt i will but it would be fucking awesome bro

[@joshpierzina7648]

Love these episodes, so much content in 12 minutes. I feel like he could get at least 5 episodes out of a story like this one.

[@LITTLE1994]

Save the classics! Very glad you rescued one of my very favorite muscle cars! Them Chargers are valuable!

[@tektronixv1682]

You made me cry. It was an awesome and emotional video that car its a fighter.

[@ewconway]

Incredible video. As a former 1969 Dodge Charger owner, I sincerely wish I was there helping you guys bring this 1968 Dodge Charger back to life!

[@sweetbaby12j78]

thomas smith

[@justmydaily8239]

That is my dream car I love the dukes of hazard and have always wanted the general lee congrats man good for you to be able to get one.

[@midnapoonovabuslfsfan541]

All it needs is the 01 in the sides.

[@beauch63]

Same!! Same!!! Same!!! a guy is happy crying ova here for you Westen!! 68 is soooo choice!!!!

[@dustynsanders7024]

Yes general lee potato

[@bigsmoke_12v]

8:31 its not knocking.....yet

[@GFIVELifestyle]

He’s the definition of doing something you love

[@americandream5664]

Just like Roadkill and the General Mayhem, taking a motor home engine and putting it in a 68 charger

[@lukeschofill9158]

@RASEL what the fuck?

[@tham33kus60]

This is freaking awesome ! One of my dream cars right there 😍

[@poseidon699]

9:00 the monster roar 🦁

[@kquick0238]

I smiled the whole time watching this video. Westen is living his best life lol

[@allencunningham9615]

I’m happy for you man. I’m also quite a bit jealous. I’ve grown up watching the dukes of hazard and that car has since than been my dream car and I’m glad to see someone like you get their dream come true. Can’t wait for more videos on this sweet ride also kinda like the patina and think it’d be sick to just clear coat it.

[@leighcurtis6718]

You need to make that the general lee

[@quinnschmidt956]

Great job man. Can't wait to see what you do to her next! You should try to record more of the process! Would love to see more

[@hooligan1017]

This reminds me of the OG Roadkill General Mayhem Charger build video from a few years ago, ratty mucle cars will never not be cool

[@420metalguy]

literally grinning from ear to ear seeing you put a motorhome engine in this, the ultimate homage to roadkill the general mayhem and freiburger himself

[@stogyonwheels819]

I love the content but I miss the actual build videos of you and your buddies working on the projects.

[@brandons9536]

Been here watching this channel grow for awhile now... I cant express how happy I am for you brotha! You deserve it & much more! Keep up the great content !!

[@bossgaming9877]

I love how happy he is enjoying his life❤️

[@zakvilanilam3388]

This is an episode of Roadkill Edit: He needs to drop the twin-charged hellcat engine in this car

[@bretthess6376]

"This is the sketchiest thing we've done in about.... Today."

[@gasratzcustoms]

Nice rescue! So glad to see you have saved a classic.

[@joelmarquez6843]

Westin your killing it dude your living the best life I’m glad I can see it through you my guy keep up the hard work.

[@wubba_lubbavdub2817]

"She's looks like a bad potato so I call her Tater" that might be my favorite quote ever!

[@simonwanjohimutahi5180]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4XMiqKlaLx4oKs

[@antoniojmonetti]

I love how fast and spontaneously done this project was done!

[@Dxmas01]

10:40 tbh sound was beautiful

[@Jags176]

What ever happened to the awd police charger with 1k hp? Congratulations on the car man. Beautiful

[@sebastianturco8534]

Breaking news: large bearded man jumps bridge in his Charger

[@jeffnpatricia]

I love this guy. Removes motor and trans with a loader, is shocked the housing is cracked 😂

[@dougwood1289]

Right.. oops

[@aliirtazahussainkhan5919]

This is hands down one of the best engine sounds i have ever heard coming out of a car. It sounds better than vin diesel's charger. Sounds almost like punishers(movie) black dodge charger. . Loved it. Wish i could have one of my own. One day . Indeed. Gotta work hard . To own one 🤘🤞✨.

[@RobVall]

This was just like the General Mayhem Roadkill Charger, it was awesome to had that vibe again, can't wait to the next video

[@robm9772]

That thing is sick. Love it. My old man has a 70 'cuda with the 440 4 speed that he did a frame off restoration on himself. All numbers matching, etc. Sounds very similar.

[@Joesmusclecargarage]

How exactly do you do a “frame off” restoration on a unibody car? 🙄

[@2koolchris291]

I strait up yell out in happiness WESTEN YOU DID IT AGAIN

[@spence_903]

@let's watch ! didn't care for any of that video

[@samuelramirez.l589]

more videos of that Charger please brooo 🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@squaredjames]

Been waiting for this one! Saw the post on looking for a charger and knew this was in store!

[@andrewhaberberger4903]

I can’t stop laughing about how similar this is to what I’m doing, I have a 64 lemans with no engine or tranny and we pulled a 64 gto engine out of a crack shack and we just put it in, close to letting it be able to run

[@davebrown2707]

great job, car sounds great - great to see you enjoying bringing a great car icon back to life.

[@Muzica948]

What a car! The "paint job" , the shape, the motor! so nice man, good job!

[@matthewsomerville7353]

Loving that beast , Westen you make it all worth it man. Thanks for the show and hard work.if you ever need a 440 and tyranny I've got a motor home also..

[@thomasunruh6539]

Just like the old roadkill episode just done 20 times faster. Love it!

[@greggaskey5336]

The smoke stang ...cool as shit. Loved that entire series of vids. This is really a vid I will enjoy you working on. It makes me feel like the honest every day guy can build a killer rig.

[@Afterpits]

She a beauty!!!!

[@saxmusicmail]

It takes so little to amuse Weston. Seriously, congrats on the Charger, and even more congrats on the engine!

[@2cute4u_doge]

You should definitely keep that perfect patina look. This is such a good video and it’s impossible to not feel happy with you while watching ! So awesome. Best video

[@romeoalphafoxtrot9517]

I love it when Westen laughed like a mad scientist! LMFAO! That's really a cool car though! I can't wait to see what adventures you get into with it! Great job!

[@exploitallowed695]

Dude it sounds like a monster

[@thealpha2728]

This man is literally living my dream right now owning that absolute beast.

[@3n3ly7m9]

6:16 It sooooo smol compared to the body. I bet you could put 900+ cubics in there