will it run? antique honda trials bike pt 2 of 2

Part one is here, • will it run? antique h... I picked up this 1975 honda tl 250 that sat in a barn for a long time, it has lots of issues. one of them the fact that the engine is stuck, lets see what it will take to bring it back to life. this is a two part video as it took a while.

[@patricksteliga4252]

Love this guy... I am envious of his ability to take items that were discarded and bring back to life. In a day and age where most things are disposable, it is really neat to see things back in usable manner.

[@andy47834]

Our local vintage Honda guy retired years ago so my ‘81 CB900C has been sitting in the garage for the last 5 years. Your videos gave me the confidence to tackle the carbs, brakes, shock seals and other “stuff” on my own and now I’m riding it almost every day. Thanks for the knowledge you share so freely.

[@rosscampbell6644]

i have a real good set of carbs in my hoard from a 900 bol d or .. but in new zealand ..

[@davidbumpus3457]

@@PabloDiablo682 absolutely. I love how he edits his videos. The viewers very rarely miss out on the technical stuff but he often skips the drudgery.

[@SpiritBear12]

That's awesome! Good for you! :-)

[@American-Motors-Corporation]

Mustie1 is a true garage hero!!

[@paulhurle6196]

Ive been a little critical in the past about " too much talk not enough doing " content on many YT channels, so its a pleasure to come across your channel that really does stuff and chats about it at the same time. Many channels spend too much time telling the viewer about stuff without actually doing stuff. Im sure I speak for many of your subscribers when I say your content is great. your style is balanced and informative and you do real renovation which we can all learn from. Great work ….thankyou.

[@allenc.christy8201]

I just loved watching this old bike get back to life. Here is someone after my own heart. Thanks for setting it all up and letting us walk through it with you. What pleasure.

[@jayrb2801]

the way you talk as though we're actually with you is awesome, love your work.

[@73xlh]

I couldn't agree more! Its like being in the garage when I'm not in the garage

[@davemiller6893]

No phoney deadlines, no drama, no so silly wanna be celebrities, no crap at all, just Mustie doing his thing in his garage. If only tv producers watched Mustie's channel they could learn a thing or two about how to make quality entertainment for all of us mechanically minded dudes. Thanks Mustie once again and hey, you must be due for a summer holiday by now?

[@David9523]

Excellent summary of why we watch and love this channel. No BS.

[@Grasshoppa65]

You know what, I totally agree with you. No bullshit TV might get me to actually watch it again. Until then, I am more than happy with Mustie. Like someone else said, it feels like you are in the garage with him. I often find my self wanting to reach into the screen and give him the third hand he sometimes needs.

[@zrkn1]

TV today is social engineering disguised as entertainment.

[@36handy]

Love it. Great learnings ... I use to ride one and thinking about picking up an old one. This new bikes are WAY too much $$$

[@ravensburgpiet]

You should see my backyard,reminds me puting shit together!! great fun!!

[@banesgarage1336]

Rock star!!! Love seeing these old timers brought back to life! Keep up the good work!!

[@ProfSimonHolland]

Exactly what I've been doing all week... 1979 trail bike rebuild.....got a good spark, carb is rebuilt and stopped leaking... idles and revs well, gears all work. (really low gears) now need to figure out why the lights don't work..... fun fun fun..thanks for the inspiration.

[@stuartcrosbie8830]

Hey mustie you may say we helped make a difference to you're life but you also make a difference to ours and I know I speak for most if not all here when I say your content is appreciated and the work and effort you put in also is. We enjoy what you do and how you make us feel part of it by talking like we are there lol I talk back. Please never change what and how you do things.

[@MrWoodfiddler]

Great comment Stuart. Well said. An icon to his subscribers. Chuck in NE Kansas

[@markchatman9583]

I agree 110%

[@mustie1]

thank you stuart

[@knighthawk86855]

stuart crosbie I second that.

[@sarto7bellys]

stuart crosbie Hear hear!

[@beaconbus]

I have taken the carb off of my Honda C70 (1st time carb work for me) and am going to attempt to clean it up myself. Float had fuel in it and I only knew that this was a problem from watching mustie. I may never be a mechanic, but feels good to try to fix it myself. Thanks Darren!!

[@DoubleOSeven007]

Couldn’t agree more with the final comment of the satisfaction of bringing something back to life. Very rewarding and great to watch 👍

[@biggeffory]

As someone who would love to have his own garage but doesn't, these videos help change my life. So thank you Mustie1 :-)

[@virtuestreams2616]

I dismantled the carburetor on a dune buggy this past weekend; I used the knowledge I gained from you to complete the task. Simultaneously, I taught one of my three sons, my eleven year old (he’s doesn’t remember buggy running), how to do this work and why it needs to be done. Thank you for inspiring me to tackle this task because I normally steer away from small engine tinkering; we had a blast! Unfortunately, the shutoff valve was broken, so we weren’t able to cold start the engine, but it will be accomplished one day as I’ve ordered a replacement part. Peace-out!

[@thomasg5103]

Thank you for sharing the project with your son! My Dad answered many questions as I stood on a stool to peer over the fender of our 1954 Oldsmobile Super 88! Then my kids helped with projects and enjoyed the quality time learning with Dad the Motorhead! Be a Good Dad!

[@davidbumpus3457]

What sorcery is this?! You're a freaking Wizard man. I do believe that you have more mechanical aptitude in your pinkie finger nail than the majority of people in the US. In fact you've most likely forgotten more about wrenching than most ASE certified mechanics learned in their career. What you do is amazing and an inspiration. Please keep it up and never stop shooting videos. ps: I can't wait to see the beaver on the water

[@mikeromine6495]

I am an ASE Master Technician and I could not agree more. He is absolutely brilliant and his knowledge is humbling.

[@kerrygleeson4409]

70 years old boy from the bush but still learning all the time enjoy your videos so much thanks for sharing

[@jeremyfowler1519]

Hey I met this gentleman at a car show at skips hamburgers in Massachusetts! Very nice guy. Amazing talent and skill. Saw his split window and old bikes. I’d def like to see his shop. Glad I found this channel from Reddit. Someone was explaining about this guy that’s works on air cooled VW from New England I’m like it’s gotta be him. Yep it is!

[@hashtag_moto_]

Jeremy Fowler no way I'm from mass too that's awesome I'd love to run into him one day!

[@salmonhunter7414]

I enjoy how you talk to the camera. thanks for including us

[@vharrald]

Another basket case brought back from the brink of death and the junkyard. Great job musti. Can't wait to see you puttering around on the trails with it

[@budmartin8297]

You inspire us with every (engine) rescue. After watching your videos, I got a free lawnmower off Craig's list. The owner said it had some kinda carb problem and wouldn't start. I said great and loaded it up. Half an hour later, I was mowing the back yard with it. Thanks!

[@IrlDave71]

Great job. I love those old dirt/trials bikes. Thanks for taking the time to record and share with us.

[@TheCowgirlNiamh]

Every time you say "Shall we?" I want to get up and dance lol it sounds like an invitation 😂😂😂

[@dwrdmcknz]

As soon as we saw spark I knew what came next!

[@mrmontebuilder]

Between my health and taking care of my elderly parents watching you do this is like therapy for all the things I can no longer do or can’t because of a lack of time. Thanks!!!!

[@ImDirtyDan73]

Timothy Hartzell respect Tim respect.

[@MrWoodfiddler]

Do what's important Tim, Mustie is always ready when you can afford the time. Like Corey said, much respect, my friend. Chuck in NE Kansas

[@taledarkside]

find time, cuz it will add years to your life

[@doug1234dougx]

Video therapy.

[@edjovi3677]

am a lic plumber in ct co call leak master Branford ct watch u every day at 5 am before work it gets me going I build blower moters for drag boat on weekend love your show edbonjovi

[@leodanryan966]

We have a winner! The crustieset Mustie1 carburetor since I've been watching!

[@joeslade7603]

What do you use to clean your car carburetor

[@johnhartley3596]

So cool someone’s painting a picture of Crustie.

[@HandToolRescue]

So rewarding!

[@Thundercat68]

Love those old bike that come back to life 👍🏻

[@maico4902]

Excellent video on getting a Honda 250 engine running I watch your videos religiously keep them up 🛠🛠🛠🔧🔧🔧🔧🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🖒🖒🖒🖒🖒🖒😆😆😆😆🔨🔨🔨🔨👍👍👍👍

[@garypayne5320]

maico 490 qqa

[@garypayne5320]

maico too

[@MichaelandCathy1999]

Oh boy! 5th in line! Cleaning up those points was basic bike maintenance in “the day”. I was 20 in 1976 ,had bought a brand new ‘76 Yamaha RD 400c, first year production, paid $1,389.00 (Canadian!)that went through point sets like water over Niagra. Every week/10 days was about it, mind you, it was a simple task to do. Yamaha finally got it right a few years later with CDI coming in, but hey, it was a good time when a bunch of guys with “rice burners” would get together and tell lies about how fast their bikes were and do some wrenching on the oil burners. Miss that little rocket 😢🏍🏍. Keep on with these very informative and memory jogging vids !!

[@graymodeler]

Michael Wojciechowski I was in the Navy in Japan in 70. I ordered a Honda 350 SL from the dealer outside the main gate for $500 and 100 for shipping to Norfolk when I got out. Had lots of fun with it. Would not run with a battery I learned!

[@mike_skinner]

I bought a Suzuki 250 in 78 when I was stationed in Norfolk. I had to adjust the points every 200 miiles.I used to everywhere at 85mph. Now I have a 150cc bike I have gone metric and am happy at 85 kph.

[@sonofedmund5004]

I got a point's file, dug it out the other day - not seen alot of action lately! Points and distributors seemed to take up a lot of time back in the day!

[@uggadugga8070]

I'm restoring a DT400c that I've had for about 35 years. Almost done. Just trying to figure out the correct yellow paint match...

[@MichaelandCathy1999]

KC inMN DT? Was that the Dirt/Trials bike?

[@walkrobb]

Your videos have helped me breath life into one chainsaw, two weed eaters and two lawn tractors. Thank you for the lessons. I watch your videos every evening you post a new one. Keep up the great work!

[@Ronl53]

I always enjoy your videos. You make me feel like I am in your shop with you. Thanks for sharing and making it fun.

[@slypig24]

Thanks Mustie, we all love the first time it starts. I use an 1/2" drive Inline Ratchet between my drill and socket, so if it starts with drill, it doesn't kick..

[@mspysu79]

Great to see it coming back to life, that satisfaction is the same for any of us that work on old gear, whether it is bikes, cars, tractors, old radios, TVs or computer equipment. The only difference is when whoring on electronics you DON'T want to see smoke!

[@ROTAXD]

mspysu79 yep, the dreaded smoke "genie" is always bad news when working with electronics.

[@jameseasterbrooks5363]

It’s always a pleasure to see you resurrect a abandoned machine and make it come back to life. My old CB-350 will live again too!

[@bradallupinyerfacesunsprin1899]

Its awesome to see you bring back things that others have given up on with nuthing but sweat and patience!

[@mantroid]

You always have that great mischievous laugh every time something fires for the 1st time.

[@johnrazor8720]

"Oh boy that might be an issue" - love the understatement.

[@thetwohundred5213]

"Ha ha ha ha awesome". Think I'm grinning as wide as you there - great work - made my day!

[@SpiritBear12]

This is part of what KZbin was supposed to be about. There is no B.S. here. No obnoxious loud music, no zany stunts, tricks or personalities. No vulgar talk or excessive swearing. It's just a good happy go lucky friendly guy in New Hampshire who likes to wrench on engines and bring them back to life. You feel like you're right there in his garage, sitting on a shop stool sipping a Coke (or a beer) watching him while he makes miracles happen in his garage. You can almost smell the oil, gas, WD-40, the wood stove in the winter. You can just about feel the grease, oil and grime soaked in the pores of your hands and crud caked under your nails! Mustie's the real deal!

[@gepettoe]

Dr. Frankenstien! Bringing it back from the dead. Great job- love it- A man who is a master of patience is a master of everything else!

[@rogerdiruscio1340]

I have been doing the same thing you do for 50 years, But in watching you I realized I needed to update my shop tools. You have cost me several thousand dollars, but I am enjoying the new toys. keep doing it, it good fun seeing how others handle the problems.

[@brucehutcheson5371]

Hey Mustie, Every viewer felt that same sense of self satisfaction that you felt when that engine fired up. Bringing back great memories of riding the Honda single 4 strokes of the 1970's. I remember all my fellow riders on 2 strokes laughing until theirs flooded out the first time they spilled their bike while my little 4 stroke fired right up.

[@smurfs4all]

He's got a fever and the only thing that helps it is a yard sale with a "will it run" project. Unbelievable how i get into these projects, like a game when you are setting on the edge of your seat. To me it's like helping Ninja on TV getting through the course, turn my body, hold my breath, eyes fixed on the screen. I'm part of it. yeah!! Thanks so much Mustie1.

[@niceguy2171]

It's true..that feeling of bringing something back running..when it was a discarded pos laying somewhere is a feeling that is hard to explain, and the reason some of us do that wrenching. Don't forget rear shocks on your list, although you probably have those in the horde, as those seemed bad. Crusty looks so right..and so nice parked along the water like that, it's like a scene from way back when, and then a artist capturing it just made it perfect. Love that thing, lol, and have been keeping my eyes open for them too!

[@martinwright9238]

Mustie thank you for inspiring me to get back in the garage and wrench again ,your video's have given me and my kids so much pleasure and guidance.i can't thank you enough .xx

[@granty245]

Another great save. I originally started watching your channel with the Vanagon rebuild but really enjoy the bikes. You've taught me a lot.

[@gordonbrown5717]

The man is a legend. Always a pleasure to watch. Keep up the good work

[@paultro8457]

I like the way you end your videos with a little view of out of the garage. 👍👍

[@888johnmac]

agree.. i always watch to the very end for this

[@niafer9444]

Hey Mustie. I used to buy stationary engines from the Great Dorset Steam Fair and other such events. I would stick them in my little shed/workshop and bring them back to life. I had to move home and no shed now. So now I watch you do all the hard work while I sit back with a coffee :) Love the videos. Thank you.

[@Longtrailside]

Your videos are easy to watch, it's kinda like if i was over at my buddies house helping him on a project type of atmosphere. I can also agree with the joy of taking something that is broke and making it useful again, hard feeling to top.

[@dwightlarson6449]

you have the best videos....I can't get enough of what you teach and do.....thanks Mustie....

[@knighthawk86855]

I saw you have the drain valve, on your model of ultrasonic cleaner too, now what I did was attach some clear hose on it, and a paper fuel filter, I put the other end in a big can that can hold 10L of fluid on the floor and let it drain into the can and the fuel filter filters out particals and cleans the fluid pretty good and then I just fill the tank back up, I do that every week or so depending on the use it gets..... Just a tip and idea for you.

[@jackmehoff2961]

You have an Awesome channel Mustie, I Always look forward to your videos. I`m stricken with arthritis & can`t do much anymore. Your videos brings a little excitement into my life, for a little while at leasr. Thank You for sharing your videos, and allowing us to hang out with you. ATB

[@colinburnside4569]

Loads of supporters all around the World. Keep up the good work it is making a difference.

[@Drvanosdrand]

You're thanking us but let me thank you sir ! I've learned quite a bit watching your channel and very much enjoy watching you get something running that other people gave up on .

[@rayjones3212]

I "always" love watching your "bringing things back to life!" videos. Kinda reminds me of when I work on things that I've been able to do the same with. Only most times it is a computer-related piece of equipment. Thanks for the shares and I look forward to what you add to the end of the videos. Cheers :)

[@joolwing]

Would be fun to have a Mustie rally where viewers can meet up with the Mustmaster and have a bike race, but the riders have to bring the bikes back from the dead first before hitting the track!

[@MikeSmith-rx4uu]

In my experience, Honda's never die. It's ridiculous how resilient they are. I've brought stuff back to life that was over 17 years sitting in a barn full of gas and oil. It was a Goldwing 1100.

[@ablelock]

Your videos are always cool I look forward to every single one keep up the good work it’s fun turning wrenches with you in the garage

[@ProlificInvention]

*Mustie1* You also helped change my life, and I thank you.

[@drifterchance7495]

Thank you you are teaching us to build small engines

[@drifterchance7495]

Teach us how to rebuild a vw motors

[@jeromej221]

You've got to love those old Honda's, this one will be awesome to ride in the back woods. Awesome find, awesome job. I can't wait for you to tune it up and put a chain on this bad boy.

[@jeromej221]

These things can CLIMB!

[@RGSABloke]

Reminging me again of the 70's and my XL 250, awesome, thanks for sharing. Joe.

[@thomasking2021]

Birds of a feather flock together. You mentioned we are an awesome group. An awesome group appreciates an awesome individual.

[@papaw5405]

Guitar strings make good jet cleaner outers!

[@johnburger4557]

Ive used cutting torch tip cleaners they get real tiny and can still clean well

[@horstszibulski19]

There are jet cleaning and measuring tools like the one mustie showed available, but smaller in size. A mate had a set of them, including a set of files, very handy if you go from stock airbox to open filter intake, just to tune the original jet to the new amount of air... :-)

[@papaw5405]

But I only have a guitar. The high E string and the core of the wound strings are pretty small. I was making a suggestion for those who are amateur musicians and tinkerers. Those who work on a carburetor maybe once a year. It's worth a try before you invest in tools you may never use.

[@oliphanti06bailey90]

Low "E" bass string replaced snapped throttle cable on our bus in Texarkana back in the day. Better than OEM. Rock&Roll

[@skyb8687]

@@papaw5405 absolutely agree

[@dagenhamdave2611]

Hi mustie absolutely love hanging out in the garage with you Feels like Iam there helping you Another quality video Take care mate Dave from England UK

[@chrisstocker3654]

I think there's an awful lot of us Brits here in the UK tune into mister mustie, great channel.

[@davemiller6893]

Yep and I'm one of them! Love Mustie's approach to tackling his projects. Can you imagine him and Edd China on the same show?

[@sonofedmund5004]

Me too! There's definately a big Brit following! Wish I had a garden like his and supply of grotty machinery to do up!

[@ralphhowes]

HubNut mentions watching Mustie1 videos in one of his vids.

[@dagenhamdave2611]

@@davemiller6893 yeh mate love edd China as well Mustie has a sound knowledge of any thing that sucks ,squeeze, bang, blow

[@roumelvalero6688]

Most comprehensive detailed demonstration of reviving a seized engine I've come across. . Great job watching from Philippines.

[@jordomayor5224]

The best!😎🤔 By the way, you mentioned how rewarding it is for a mechanic to revive an old bike like this or any previously doomed dead vehicle. You thanked all your viewers for all the positiveness and kind remarks and for the subsequent many subscriotions. But most of all what struck me was the tone in your voice when you sencerely mentioned that we all had changed your life around! I just want you to know that YOU have also turned my life around. THANKS A MILLION AND STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY AT ALL TIMES Cheers, Gordon

[@samfallow18]

Well done on getting that carb to do anything.

[@GregAlanEdwardsEmmanuelRidge]

I'm afraid we are all gonna have to start paying tribute to Mustie...I'm betting cash he could fix the government...

[@OldF1000]

Well how that goes is like this The hard jobs he does immediately The impossible takes a little longer And all miracles must be first approved God So please don't ask, God is a hard sell these days ; )

[@davidbumpus3457]

I don't know about Darren aka: Mustie1 fixing the government, even though there are plenty of nuts in it and more than a few loose screws. 🤔😁

[@foyjamez]

The government runs exactly as it's supposed to. Think about that for a while.

[@matthewshivers9235]

Hey Mustie1... I get a kick out of you giggling every time your projects turn over. Your uncontrollable giggle makes my day. Thanks.

[@dvv45]

Thank you for the great video's! Enjoy learning about this stuff!

[@bobcranberries5853]

Has anybody ever noticed musty1 is like the mr. Rogers of engine repair?You meet the nicest people on a Honda!

[@oldscoolgaming.5040]

Great job! I love seeing old vehicles given a second chance.I think its that little bit of mad max i think we all have inside of us.if its old n rusty i instantly fall in love with it.i would probably walk past a spanking new super car without a second look just to go and see some rusty old piece of crap " )

[@sonofedmund5004]

Brian Retro I like 'old' stuff that's seen some action. I hate having new stuff and being the first to put a dent or scratch on it!

[@austinsproblems9310]

Your videos are so calming to me. I usually watch em before bed cause they are so calming but very interesting and i learn alot from you

[@captnmike597]

I've seen hundreds of comments praising Darren's skills as a mechanic and I agree with all of them. But I can't help marveling on his skills as a teacher and as a videographer. When he finished that Cushman and was test driving (joy riding) it, he did a shot of the engine while going 30 mph using one outstretched hand while steering the scooter with the other. Francis Ford Coppola would be proud to take credit for that shot! Keep up the great work!

[@DemonDKstration]

Love how you always interact with the viewers. You are the best and great video!

[@keithfriesen3420]

I’m new to you’re channel and I gotta say I really enjoy watching you do your thing. Great attitude and nice and casual, just like it was working in the shop with my dad. I love working on the old stuff too, thanks for the great videos keep them coming 👍😊

[@scottcarlon6318]

I’m retired so I have a lot of free time, I had been watching mabe 4-5 hours of TV a day . But sense I’ve discovered your channel, I have replaced at least 90% of that TV time with your videos and have much more entertained. Actually thinking of discontinuing my TV service altogether. Thanks for such a great product and informative content.I hope you continue providing this wonderful service, you’r truly a gifted artist, mechanic and problem solver. Your efforts are enjoyed by an ever growing following, thanks Muetie1.

[@donpatterson136]

You make us feel like we can do anything if we just stay with it. Can't thank you enough.

[@eddyr.kirksey4232]

I really enjoy your videos!! I get great info on some of your projects. Keep up the great work!!!!

[@shartne]

Hey you made it start and run through the gears its a good one. I love to hang out with you in your garage and work on old stuff. I cant hit the play button fast enough.

[@stevenjmuller]

Another great project. I’ve watched them all. Thanks for everything. Often heard in our house “What Would Mustie Do?” 😎

[@billcodey1430]

Awesome work on the bike. Never get tired of seeing Crusty either.

[@pablocolon4572]

Dude, great job! You changed my life also, brother! Always looking forward to one of your projects.

[@OldManJenkins23]

*sticks finger into carb intake* "I feel like a doctor." Love you mustie, rebuilding an SL125 at the moment, keep makin kick-ass vids!

[@kilowatttheorignal]

Hey I'm rebuilding a sl175 so I support you bro I hope that your bike progress is successful

[@briansantefort]

Oh and thank you Mustie for the excellent videos. You very much remind me of a friend of mine. He was a mentor to me and a teacher long retired now. He still tinkers with little Hondas and inspired me alot. I told a couple people about you and how your voice and mannerisms remind me so much of my friend Bert. I think just about every one of your projects interesta me. I am working on two CT70's a 1864 Cub cadet and a fj55 landcruiser and 75' Pontiac LeMans myself not too mention a 20' enclosed trailer I am turning into a part time camper when I get time. Lol. I am quite well trained but I still learn something new from you now and then. And it feels great too see other people who know there stuff getting stuff done!

[@Paul-wy2wk]

I never can get thru one of these without smiling at your success! Thanks for producing some of the most interesting and entertaining videos on KZbin...I look forward to every one.

[@jerrybolding6473]

Keep up the great videos man! I been watching you for a long time.

[@KanoKapre]

Dang that was the nastiest carb ever. Awesome vlog as I learned something to help this “Weekend Wrencher” 👍

[@MatthewBerginGarage]

For cleaning aluminum and carbs I use crushed walnut shells in the blast cabinet. It doesn't remove any metal and leaves a great surface finish. Actually makes the aluminum look like new. Give it a try next time.

[@shanegellard5283]

love the videos and hanging out in the shed, its helped in more ways than you probably imagine, keep up the amazing work.

[@jeremiahowens844]

Hey I passed out when you told me to hold my breath but never told me when to start breathing again lol

[@jerrywatson7176]

You do things the logical way mustie1, I enjoy watching you.

[@2e0lgz]

Its really great to see something come back to life after being left for dead....well done mustie1 another life saved 👍

[@billbly1691]

Love what u do thank you

[@Laz_Arus]

08:27 "I feel like a doctor". That cracked me up! Perhaps because I'd recently had my yearly checkup .. haha

[@Mrcaffinebean]

That painting is going to be cool!

[@MinhPhamGators]

You're not just a mechanic, you're an artist, an engine-whiperer.

[@mitch95722]

Always a pleasure to watch you content Mustie! Its been 100 for the last month, 105 today, and I dont have a a/c garage so i have been jonesing to get back out to my own projects. Your videos help me take the edge off and I always learn something! Keep up the awesome wrenching!