Will it run? My most challenging yet! 1948 Dodge truck

Bought sight unseen. This one turned out rough when I discovered the engine had been under water.

[@charlesking1244]

WoW!! Richard, You, Matt & Christina Never Cease To Amaze Me, Got That Old Dodge Running & Running Well, Bravo, To You All!!

[@whattherust]

Thank you Charles. This one was tough but rewarding.

[@Bonazzoliband]

This truck is like working on a post apocalyptic archeology find a century after civilization has collapsed.

[@whattherust]

So true!

[@user-he1gd5ud8x]

Это есть доказательство существования более развитой цивилизациии)) Которой больше нет.

[@rockme1492]

😝👍

[@arylampiao3365]

Kkkkkkkkkkk exelent.....from Brasil....

[@tommynygaardjensen8398]

​@@whattherust when you have got the old engine oil out, I would have flushed the engine through with diesel oil with the sump bolt in, let it stand overnight and drain it of diesel oil by removing the drain plug of course

[@Jakimovich]

This is outrageous. I can't believe an engine that rusty would ever fire up again. Thanks for the video

[@whattherust]

You're welcome! It was tough but worth it.

[@williamcole464]

I'm amazed at your determination to make these old pieces of history come back to life. A great lesson in sticking to a commitment. I bet you there are people motivated to tackle a long lost project. I'm 73 years old, and just finished a 87 Diplomat that had sat for about 12 years, but she's back, driving daily. Thanks for the memories.

[@whattherust]

Thank you William. I try not to give up if there is a glimmer of hope.

[@ytakobudoy2766]

@@whattherust 999999

[@kirk467]

That’s a win Richard, good job myself friend! It runs because you never quit my friend, you’re a great mechanic brother and thanks Christine! Y’all are awesome people, Kirk from Louisiana and I’m always enjoying your content friends! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@whattherust]

Thank you very much Kirk!

[@kreid33]

Very impressed! As for video length, I prefer one longer one that I can pause and go back to as opposed to waiting for a part 2 or 3 to come out!

[@whattherust]

That makes sense. Thank you!

[@maraflov]

Se é crak em meu fazer funcionar esse dogge tudo comido pelo ferrugem herói parabéns curto seu canal sou de São José do Rio preto SP

[@maraflov]

Rogério meu nome adoro mexer em carro antigo e fazer funcionar também legal 😎

[@williamcole464]

I agree, the tension of waiting for the end is worse than not seeing the whole result. Thanks again.

[@brianjansen3003]

Will you rescue the haunted 76 Grenada

[@glentucker4250]

Simply amazing. When that valve cover came off I thought it was game over. Did not think you’d ever get that running as easily as you did. Great job guys! Perseverance and elbow grease pays off. Hopefully there’s a new future for this ‘ol truck. 🙂

[@whattherust]

Thanks! When I saw the rust under the valve cover, I didn't think I would be able to unseize the engine. When the engine freed up, I was pretty sure I would get it running, since the spark plugs looked so good.

[@BUBBAV2]

When he said it had been under water my first thought was boat anchor. Those slant sixes were multi use Hahahaha

[@user-xo3om9dx6w]

Yea i beleave there is more here than we have gotten to see .that head valves and cylinders had to be atleast cleaned before it started The d*** rocker arms were frozen in place

[@jamesmallinger9555]

I'm glad you got it running,Richard ,Matt and Cristina,❤LoveJim J&R mobile service and God Bless y'all and your critters

[@jonoffensend7519]

I really enjoyed this video. I would never have believed that engine would run so well. Strictly as a personal preference I would put in a small V8 because it would not poke thru the floor and you could clean up the firewall. This is a really good truck and should be back on the road 👍🤗🎩

[@whattherust]

Thank you for the nice comment. I am going to do my best to get it back on the road. Time will tell. It is very rough, and it appears that the slant six conversion was never finished. I'll see if I can finish it.

[@wesleymartin4959]

I can't believe that after looking under that valve cover, that the engine ran with that little bit of effort . Nice Job! 😊👍Those slant sixes are great engines. I've had several over the years. Also, I noticed from some of you're camera footage that it looks like several of the front leafs in the front springs are broken. I enjoyed this video and I don't think it was to long. Heck, I wish I could be there to help you! 😊👍 Looking forward to more! Cheers! Wes, in Oregon .

[@randommanstrikesagain]

This was a great video!! Along with the others, I doubted this engine would EVER run, but glad to see it did!! And keep the long vids, I like to be able to see from “start to finish” as it were…

[@Da305Alive]

Omg..this was fantastic. I cant believe you got that thing running.5 stars all day.

[@judeblouin5679]

Fantastic job!!! This was very cool, love the truck. You definitely put a lot of effort into this truck but seeing your smile is always worth it in the end. Congratulations 🎉🎉

[@whattherust]

Thanks very much. It was a lot of work but very rewarding.

[@charlesw.hopperjr.5236]

Definitely Unbelievable!!!!! The video wasn’t too long;I enjoyed it all! The ‘48 Dodge Flatbed has longevity. Your Oregon Friend ☮️

[@frankroper3274]

You didn't have to tell us you were from up north. I had a friend in the marines you remind me of that was from NJ. I love to see these old vehicles come to life again! I bought an old dodge 3 spd w a slant 6 running from the junk yard. I called it Barney since it was purple. It slung a rod and I junked it. Everybody said those old slant 6's were awesome motors.

[@samstrawn3157]

Love the video brother and no I love the longer ones because it shows everything even the mess ups !!!! It shows your a real good mechanic love these I look forward to all your videos

[@whattherust]

Thanks for the feedback. Nearly everyone has liked the longer videos, so I'll be showing more detail on future ones.

[@andrewmacdonald4833]

I really didn't think that engine would run...insane...and really fun to watch.

[@whattherust]

Thanks Andrew. I had my doubts as well, but I was fortunate in that the truck was in my driveway, not some field in the middle of nowhere. It helped a lot.

[@neilpaynejr1839]

Videos can never be to long. I think it makes it more interesting.

[@davida.p.9911]

Not too long at all! In a million years, never would i have expected that engine to run...as much rust was under that valve cover, I would have thrown in the towel. In my honest opinion, I think this video should be shown to others who may have given up too quick. With enough time and patience, just about any engine can be freed and started. The only things that would have prevented it from going was either a thrown rod or broken crankshaft, but otherwise, they'll start if you just keep persevering. Thanks for sharing! Wow, that was one for the books! 😎

[@tikijoe2848]

I totally agree. I'd have given up once I saw under the valve cover.

[@whattherust]

Absolutely right David. When the engine freed up, I was a lot more confident the engine would run. The only thing that might have stopped me was no compression, but the plugs looked too good to have much rust in the cylinders.

[@adamantvermont]

Not too long because it was kept interesting and always moving right along. The running at the end was very cool and worth the wait! Good job!

[@whattherust]

Thank you, and thank you for the comment about the length. I was wondering if people would stick with it until the end.

[@jamesfendley6674]

I love that man I love watching you guys do this I wish I could do it I can't do it anymore I'm on disability now

[@k-dawg3893]

After looking at that valve train, I didn't think she'd ever run. Nice work!!

[@whattherust]

Thanks! I had my doubts as well.

[@Yates28]

That was very satisfying, I love seeing an old truck being brought back to life, what an effort to get that engine going again, it looked like a write off!

[@whattherust]

Thanks! I am glad you enjoyed it.

[@Martin.Wilson]

22:59 Seeing that engine would have been a deal breaker for me. I would have started looking for a decent engine that would actually fit in the engine bay. It's not like that Slant 6 boat anchor was original to the truck/ I like a challenge but that rusted lump is the Mt. Everest of challenges. Truly an amazing revival. My hat's off to you!

[@whattherust]

Thanks very much Martin.

[@jerodwolford2743]

Slant 6s aren't boat anchors unlike say a 305 chevy. You can't kill them and with some boost they can make entirely too much power.

[@franzicehouse4682]

My family had a 1949 Dodge Truck and that truck was old and slow but it was built tough. I would most defiantly LIKE to See more of your Dodge Truck cleaned up and running and driving. Great Video!

[@whattherust]

Thank you. I am also working on a 1950 that is almost ready to drive out of the shed it has been in for decades.

[@vilstef6988]

Some real back yard mechanic ingenuity on display here!

[@whattherust]

Right, this truck has a lot of history with different back yard methods of modification.

[@BrodieBr0]

1:14:42 Unbelieveable! My friend, this is absolutely the best will it run type video I've ever seen. First glace I saw of it with the valve cover off I thought this one was a goner, but was I wrong. Slant 6 engines are one of Mopar's most durable engines they've put out but getting her running is 100% due to your willpower, knowledge and effort. Well done!

[@whattherust]

Thank you sir! That is a very nice comment. More to come!

[@michaelhucker2417]

I have to agree with BrodieBrO, I didn't think there was any way yall would get that slant 6 to turn over, let alone fire up and run. Best Will it Run I have ever seen. And I do like the longer video. You are just an old engine whisperer. Can't hardly wait till the next one. Nuff Said.

[@whattherust]

Thank you for the nice comment Michael.

[@BrodieBr0]

@@otherwiseunarmed4187 No one said that it was the original engine for the truck. 👍🏽But thanks so much for commenting, It appears that when this channel changed it's name KZbin unsubscribed me. Fixed that. I got a bunch of great videos to get caught up on now!

[@klapaucius77]

It's incredible that the engine ran that well after the top end looked that bad! I was very surprised to see how good the plugs looked compared to what it looked like under the valve cover. Nice work!

[@whattherust]

Right, when I saw the condition of the plugs I had a glimmer of hope. I expected much worse.

[@mrmullett1067]

Absolutely magic outcome. We cheered too. Thank you so much for doing this work !!

[@richborgo]

half of the time I was screaming at the video to junk the engine and give us a video about how fast you could swap another one in its place. Think your brother felt the same. Then you pull this magic out of your hat, bravo, I wanna come be a helper , bravo.

[@whattherust]

Thanks Rich! It is true, my brother thought I was nuts.

[@SuperNedk]

Great one. I think the length of the video is good. Everyone knows it's going to take a long time, and we are all on the ride with you. :)

[@whattherust]

That is great feedback! Thank you.

[@davidkimsey9591]

My guess is that the first slant 6 came from the Dart that donated the gauge cluster and master cylinder setup. The current slant 6 came later but they kept the parts from the first one - and that’s where the points distributor came from.

[@adamantvermont]

Must be family? Brother? Great to have all the help you can on these! Yay. She's a runner!

[@whattherust]

Yes, that is my brother. I am happy he was there for this one.

[@joemoreno4438]

You have hands of gold This is one of your best videos keep up the good work

[@whattherust]

Thanks Joe! Much appreciated!

[@georgestoner9541]

Never seen anything like that

[@jeffrobertson734]

Truly awesome....amazing tribute to engines of yesterday!!

[@whattherust]

Thanks! I agree!

[@dogbitefred6631]

You are very blessed with such a patient wife!

[@whattherust]

I am blessed.

[@lloyddetta2647]

Great job. Like most I couldn't believe you got it running. The dodge lives

[@whattherust]

Thank you! I have new-found respect for the slant six.

[@Cisco04]

Thank you for rescuing this gem, I really enjoyed the video.

[@whattherust]

Thank you!

[@buxxbannerspov30]

You can beat those slant 6s with a sledge...and they will still run ...unbeatable ...another great video!

[@whattherust]

Thank you! More to come!

[@davidgreen3004]

Fantastic can't believe you guys got it unstuck and successful running, l enjoyed watching your video. Has to be best one so far.

[@whattherust]

Thanks! I enjoyed making this one quite a bit.

[@michaelgiglio1571]

Exelent work, that engine sound happy now, like you saved its life.😂

[@stevesalvage1089]

Really impressive, fantastic filming thanks I'm going through all your films , infectious and enjoyable !

[@whattherust]

Thanks Steve!

[@raypresley7965]

Congrats! Both of you as well as the videographer hung in there 'til it started. Don't mind a long vid, because I wanted to stick around 'til it fired up

[@whattherust]

Thanks for the support!

[@daveyheeren182]

Great Video Not too long at all enjoyed every minute of it Thumbs Up Guys

[@whattherust]

Thanks for the feedback Dave!

[@smarthome2660]

Every time you show us a rusty seized engine my first thought is, that has to come out and get completely rebuilt. You prove me wrong 100% of the time with your magic touch. Your patience is unmatched and unwavering. You: " I'd rather see oil over rust". Even extreme rust doesn't stop you. IMO your videos are not long enough. You are so talented but mostly patient.

[@whattherust]

Thank you for the nice comment. We appreciate it very much.

[@newenglandpats59]

Great video! It was not too long at all. It was fascinating from start to finish! Congratulations and great job! Shelburne Falls.

[@whattherust]

Glad you liked it!

[@olronholleran1310]

Lov it, good work, didn't think you'd get it runnin. Looking forward to more. Gramps

[@whattherust]

Thanks!

[@elihulee5367]

Woo!! My day has officially been made! Thanks for the awesome vids! If I could give more thumbs up I would!

[@whattherust]

That is a great comment. Thank you, happy to make your day!

[@landrovertragic]

Awesome video, nice revival. Gives me the enthusiasm to fix my two rust buckets.

[@whattherust]

Thanks very much. This one was challenging but satisfying.

[@kennethdaust3793]

After seeing you bring this engine back to life. I’m thinking I let go of a couple engines to soon. My hats off to you. That was something to see.

[@whattherust]

Thanks! I was doubting it myself.

[@staceysmith6518]

Hi really enjoyed this episode good job !!! 👍🏻I think even Morskie repair would given up lol

[@whattherust]

Thanks! It was a tough one.

[@theroving1]

That's insane, when I saw all that rust I thought that was a dead engine. we need to see more of this truck for sure!

[@whattherust]

Thanks! I think insane is a good word to describe what happened.

[@jtrain32]

Just awesome I felt the energy and excitement. My adrenaline was going with that first start , nice to share that moment with your brother. No way was that long, keep ‘em coming

[@whattherust]

Thanks very much! More coming!

[@velle492]

Honestly I though you were going off the deep end with this one, but you proved me wrong. Kudos for a job well done! The smile on your brothers face when this started tells it all! Stick with it, cool truck!

[@whattherust]

Thanks! My brother didn't expect it to start. He was half happy, half shocked.

[@josemsantiago7524]

Great video thanks for making it. Also the video was not long I didn’t want it to end. Great job.

[@whattherust]

Thanks Jose! That is a nice comment.

[@j.b.a.124]

I really enjoy all of your videos regardless of the duration. Keep up the excellent work. Cheers from California.

[@whattherust]

Thank you for the support!

[@daveallen8824]

Absolutely right - I had a 64 Dart - that's the cluster allright.

[@whattherust]

It makes me wonder why it was chosen to be in this truck.

[@BUBBAV2]

My buddies and i just found your videos. This was how we spent our teen weekends. New parts didn’t exist for us. We were too broke most the time. Watching yours and others vids we will conference call or meet up and at one house or the other and someone always brings up your projects. Or one of the other folks doin similar. Thanks for your content. And thanks for bringing back some great memories.

[@whattherust]

Thanks guys! Your comment made my day.

[@royndeb]

Great job , enjoy your videos

[@whattherust]

Thank you Roy! More to come.

[@buddybrown4665]

You are truly tenacious. Most morals would have given up.

[@whattherust]

Thanks! It did challenge me!

[@ericamcmillion2676]

Great job on th on this one! Not to long,wish it was a lil longer love your content! Like to see more on this truck.👍👍

[@whattherust]

Thanks Erica! More to come!

[@DennisMurphey]

I hate to say I skipped the Dodge video for weeks its a Dodge truck, What the heck. But this was awesome, Matt there too was great. Best video i have seen in ages. You are nuts: to take Slant six #1, pull the valve cover and see all that rust #2 then check the plugs and be encouraged #3 and drain all the water out #4, then drain the pan and see all the crap #5 then put Matts used oil in and see more water come out #6 then soak the rocker arm assembly and THINK it will free up #7, Spray and hit the valves to see them free up #8 Pull out a push rod, its not bent, #9 then put the push rod back in and it backfires #10 Crank and Crank and Crank #11 then the damn thing is as crazy as you IT FIRES UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! #12. No one but you would decide you like the grill so lets accept the Tower of Power hole in the firewall and think such a stuck rusty motor woul dever run again with out a complete rebuild and bunch of new parts. Its CRAZY but it runs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am flabbergast. Amazing, all of it. Thank You Crazy Fool, Dennis in VA

[@whattherust]

Well Dennis, that is the best comment ever! That you for taking the time to write it, and thank you for the support my friend. Made my day.

[@fraserobrien3828]

man this is great man ..slant six is the best ,, i had many . and the body falls . off before the motor dies , thats for shur nice to see you bro helping you to ..lol, ,i love the 6 ,,,and super 6 ..love to see this cleaned up.. o yo ....toronto canada

[@marvwatkins7029]

Lichen growing in a truck. Amazing.

[@paulfellows2094]

hi there mate i just had to watch this again i was gob smacked when she roard into life totaly awesome job i swore a couple of times she started running just the best great work all the best to family

[@popmccoy3454]

Fantastic work, my first car was a plymouth slant six paid twenty dollars Australian. Big black mobile, 16 or 17lnch rims. That was in 1971, I was 17yo. Love to still own the car. You're building a terrific channel, very entertaining. Best Wishes from Sydney, Australia 👍👍🍺🍺🍺🍺😄😄🙏🙏

[@christinarust6957]

Hi Ron! I think we all have that one car we'd hoped we kept. Funny how completely different things seem with age. Thanks for watching! We appreciate you 🙏

[@morganchambers9284]

Five Stars on this one! We love long vids from you guys. Excellent work! Wow!

[@whattherust]

Thanks very much!

[@stevenbruce2659]

Wow, very impressive getting that thing running, considering I’m watching this while struggling to get my weedwacker started!

[@whattherust]

Thanks Steven. Some weedwackers are more difficult than this truck.

[@danasixty5402]

I admire you devotion and know how . I was rooting for you and thank God you were able to start the old slant six . Really enjoyed your Video.

[@whattherust]

Thank you. This one was a huge challenge, but rewarding in the end.

[@jpalberthoward9]

When that engine fired, I had to go and get my hat and put it on so I could take it off to you guys. It's amazing what you can accomplish if you just stay with it and don't give up, isn't it? Now you've got yourself a cool old beast that's gonna have a new lease on life, thanks to you. I love the smell of oil smoke in the morning, it smells like VICTORY! outstanding, gentlemen, very nicely done.

[@whattherust]

Thanks very much! I love that quote. It certainly does smell like victory!

[@dannymitchum5]

love it bro south east TEXAS.it was not to long.perfect.yall are a car saving fools.thank you.

[@whattherust]

Thanks Danny!

[@theodoredugranrut8201]

Thanks Matt, Central California watching

[@whattherust]

Hello from Nashville!

[@Brock_Landers]

I realize that the inline sixes were the go-to engine of the 20's through the late 40's for the commercial trucks (and still are in diesel form obviously), but this Slant six is completely shot. I understand that you have to give it a shot, but I'd yank that thing out and swap in a 318 with domed high compression pistons, some shaved and ported 360LA heads, and a large single carb with an A833 four speed manual. 318s can always be had for cheap, but it's tough to find one that's in decent shape, and even harder to find them as a LA engine and not a Magnum nowadays, unless you find a salvage yard that specializes in old school domestic sheet metal. Still, I think it'd be worth it after repairing some random sheet metal in the floors and doors. I seriously LOVE old school domestic cars.

[@flatsquatch]

Love all that vintage stamped steel... American steel baby..

[@Fiftyx60]

Fantastic! I never would have believed that motor would ever run again. You, sir, have the patience of Job! 😀

[@whattherust]

Thanks! I had the gift of time on my side. This took many days, so having the truck in my driveway really helped.

[@facistbuster]

Bravo ( standing ovation) wonderful work with that engine. incredible.

[@whattherust]

Thanks Marc! Much appreciated.

[@antonybrown5285]

Unbelievable, well done. Longer the video the better 🇬🇧🇺🇸👍😀

[@whattherust]

Thanks for the feedback Anthony!

[@christopherh318]

It's cool you had your twin with you...

[@alexthomas3075]

I thought it was extremely satisfying to see this,i personally like the longer will it run as it gives me more ideas!!!

[@whattherust]

Thanks! I'll keep the detail going on future videos.

[@b4rkietb]

One of the best vids I've seen. So glad you got it going and what a journey it was to get there!

[@whattherust]

Thanks very much. This one was so satisfying. I look forward to the next one that challenges me like this.

[@heidiayers2124]

Not too long. I was so excited when it turned and all that smoke came barreling out😅 Great video 👍👍

[@joetruitt8502]

As a new describer of your channel ,I really love those kind of videos, no to long at all will it run video. I like will it run and move from a junkyard kind of videos my favorite

[@whattherust]

Thanks for the feedback Joe.

[@daspencer4537]

Aww, man, that was great!! When you took off those valve covers, I didn't think there was any possible way that it would start, let alone run. Fantastic! The length was perfect for me, it flew right by, loved every minute. Thanks!

[@whattherust]

Glad you liked it, and thank you for the feedback!

[@twinkie27271]

@@whattherust i love your videos. Your sound is a bit soft.

[@whattherust]

@@twinkie27271 Right, I am working on that. I have a new mic on the way.

[@johnnomacleod8855]

Great work old mate,love your videos.💯

[@CBRadioOperator]

This is a great video ! I enjoyed watching it, thanks for sharing.

[@whattherust]

You're welcome! It is one of my favorites.

[@fraserobrien3828]

no sir never Long anuff i love this stuff , wish i was there , great fun ,, thanks so much ,,looking foward to see you drive it ,,ya

[@whattherust]

Thanks Fraser! I'll keep the detail in.

[@richiek6379]

WOW beautiful truck. I think it's a keeper. Video was not too long by any means. Loved it as usual.

[@whattherust]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@brumbleyjerry8177]

That was awesome. Thank you for sharing.

[@whattherust]

Thanks very much!

[@robertclubs9908]

Thanks for working on the project. Awesome Truck.😊

[@whattherust]

Thanks for watching Robert.

[@darrenhawken9766]

Great work to get that running, nice family teamwork , great vid thanks for sharing 👍

[@whattherust]

Thanks!

[@ryan9599]

nicely done guys!!! love the slant 6 awesome motors.. she came around.

[@whattherust]

Thanks! I am very impressed with that engine.

[@HolyDiverBronco]

This was my favorite video............Nice job guys.....it was awesome to hear that thing fire up.

[@whattherust]

Thanks very much. I had my doubts on this one, but that slant six is amazing.

[@wiliambaker286]

I owned a plant six a long time ago and it's a very tough engine

[@davidhollinghurst5572]

Fantastic i,m so proud for you, love your channel.

[@whattherust]

Thank you for the support David.

[@rogerwilliams2042]

This is no longer a Vedic but a Documentary of unbelievable determination!!!! Wow it had my Adrenaline wayyyyy up with excitement!!!! Unbelievable and never too long !!!! More please

[@whattherust]

Thanks for the great comment Roger! I have another super-challenging car coming up soon.

[@billdyke9745]

Amazing. Didn't think it stood a chance. 👍

[@whattherust]

Thanks!

[@mynamewastaken29]

Definitely not to long! This was one of your best ones yet In my opinion keep up the good work and looking forward to seeing the next one

[@whattherust]

Thanks very much. More coming!

[@BillyMike1000]

Well done sir! Thanks for sharing. Your video is definitely not too long. I really enjoy watching them. Keep them coming brother. 😀

[@whattherust]

Thank you and more coming!

[@vincemajestyk9497]

Incredible job getting the slanty going! That was a tough one. I had one engine that was like that, but it wasn't submerged. It was a 440 in a car that had a spun rod bearing and needed to be rebuilt but it had run. I parked it outside for 2 years waiting to rebuild it and it was up North (NY) so there were seasonal temperature swings. I might have tried to turn it over which was a mistake. (Milkshake oil) When I drained the oil I found there was over a gallon of water in the crankcase that had settled to the bottom of the oil pan. The valve covers and valve train weren't as bad as yours but there were areas where it had started to rust. The cylinders however were perfect. Little bit on the combustion chamber. It was mostly all limited to the crankcase. The car was parked where it would catch the sun during the day and cool off at night. When I tore the engine down and took it to the machine shop the machinist said that it 'rains' inside an engine when it's outside and you get extremes in temp like that, basically condensation over and over. That was in the '80's and I never experienced that again, but I never had a car directly outside where it was exposed like that. It was over dirt and subjected to more radical temp swings. I did have and did buy some cars that were outside a while buy they were more 'temperature stabilized' gentle temp swings. It sure was weird. I think it was just the right conditions of humidity and temperature.

[@whattherust]

I think so too, and over the years the condensation can cause big problems.

[@JM-rw9je]

you guys wan me over with this one!, Keep it up! cheers from South FL

[@smittysadventures8436]

I can't believe the effort you put into this, well done!

[@whattherust]

Thanks! It as a lot of work, but a lot of fun too.