Will This 1940 BIG BLOCK Hot Rod RUN AND DRIVE Home?

[@ViceGripGarage]

Fellers and Fellets you can find tickets to Duct Tape Drags here! Hope to see you there!! tickets.thefoat.com/DuctTapeDrags/event-245007

[@michaelsclark]

Just sitting here building a chicken coop but first gonna build a canopy because of the Texas sun. No im not making chicken jerky but if you want more beef jerky let me know

[@OttoBacker55]

Stop driving those cars unregisterd and uninsured D. Your gonna get in a mess

[@galeboak4677]

@@ViceGripGarage I will hopefully get to meet you at the event. Take care

[@harrywalker968]

being a lechiken,, .... boiler maker actually.......ive seen less wires on a 12 story building.. shouda got a modern dizzy, those 2 point are a pain..

[@harrywalker968]

ida run the earth to the driver side, earthed it, then cut it, so i can twitch it in cab..plus, clean bases of bulbs, allways helps.. not telling you your jobi, but,.

[@davidlawrence2805]

I live in Vietnam. Don't have cable. Only KZbin and Netflix. Love waking up and seeing a new video. Makes a guys day better. ❤

[@79tazman]

Cable sucks I don't have it either I got youtube Netflix and Motor Trend and that's all I need to be happy

[@darcyhutchinson171]

Ĺove the sound when t h at thing went make thunder!!. Just got me a big garage it was a old chevy dealership in the 40s. I'm not a macka😢😢

[@esqueue]

Live in USA (California) and I haven't had cable for at least 20 years. I was among the first "Cord Cutters" as they call it. Trust me, I watch any tv shows I want and in 2160p HDR when available.

[@theglitch99]

​@@esqueue now watching shows on apps cost more than cable. Went full circle....😮

[@JonathonDelumyea]

U ain't missing out not having cable lol it's all you tube Netflix, the only thing u missing is about 200 cable and 149 internet, so $349 ill be happy to forward u the bill dont like people missing out

[@tavarish]

VGG squad represent!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks man!

[@OttoBacker55]

@@ViceGripGarage Great. People supporting illegal shit. Nice

[@MrMoDaddy]

@@OttoBacker55 Or, you double down and just run it without any license plates. Cameras can't read what isn't there!

[@dj-kq4fz]

Nice to see Freddy! Thanks to all my favorite cartubers!

[@timhouston2408]

​@@ViceGripGarage hey brother Derek,, I didn't hear you mention what gear ratio that ole gal has,, maybe taller than you'd think n that's why your getting better gas mileage than about any big of the blocks I ever had

[@danieledwards1081]

I'm impressed with that cobweb a feller picked up on the back of his head, really stuck in for the long haul

[@goldilox7938]

I noticed that😊

[@alandillon6469]

Came to the comments just for this lol

[@jtnachos]

Web dread

[@Lnmwr]

🤣

[@Frogs-artifacts]

​@@goldilox7938really? You noticed it too? Well thats cool and awesome... im glad you shared this with us, we needed to know if you had noticed or not... thank you, have a nice day 😐

[@orlandorojas439]

What a great find, love these old cars. I'm old school myself, almost 67 years old. Give me old, basic and bare bones classics, any day. You can work and rig these old beasts yourself wiithout any fancy computers or specialized tools...Man, I miss the old days. This was my favorite Hot Rod/Gasser of all time (the Thumb-nail caught my eye). Thank you for sharing this video.

[@troytanner4448]

"for every mile of highway, there's 2 miles of ditch" what a metaphor for life.... Lol

[@marcusaurelius2770]

Thanks. That's one to remember.

[@freshisntsosalty8764]

T-shirt

[@DNTMEE]

That's actually true. In any one mile stretch there's a ditch on the left side of the highway and a ditch on the right side. In some areas there is a median in the middle which is usually concave so that makes a third ditch. A wide ditch, but a ditch nonetheless.

[@feelinghealingfrequences7179]

what is the moral of the story?

[@grantn8879]

​@@feelinghealingfrequences7179 keep it between the ditches

[@stevebetz5493]

This is the stuff I like to see. Pre-80's stuff being saved.

[@ViceGripGarage]

thanks for watching!

[@timhouston2408]

Pre 80s,, lol...pre WWII,, I LOVE any vehicle made before 1978,, I love the mid 80s to very early 90s lil shoe box cars like the 86 to 89 monte Carlo, bucks, Pontiac n such

[@stevebetz5493]

@@timhouston2408 I grew up in the 60's and 70's. To me anything 80's I still consider too new. Just my age and way of thinking I suppose. This 40 was what was considered a classic in my day.

[@mrdarklight]

Pre-80's? This is pre-war. It's pre-almost everyone alive!

[@moparman1962]

YES...always the pre-80's stuff is the best to save, revive and drive home. They can always be rehomed with good car people if'n a feller can't keep 'em.

[@bowlica1]

This is the greatest thing ever filmed. You are an inspiration and the highest bar an ol hot rodder could ever hope to be. I did over 120 miles today in a chevelle that had sat in my garage for over 20 years. Thank you sir.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Wow, thank you!

[@edwardalamo2507]

Avoid at all cost repairs on the road,it’s very dangerous, police cars have been rear ended

[@edwardalamo2507]

Or best to have a friend follow just in case

[@jasonwilson9283]

New burn out rig?

[@mikebennett3432]

I’m 66, arthritic with m.s. and haven’t wrenched on a vehicle in years. However I don’t miss a VGG video. They always put a smile on my face! Thank you for all your hard work and may God continue to bless you and yours! 🤘😎

[@gregorybarth930]

Kinda the same sinking boat..at least a smile doesn't hurt arthritis

[@nickfono5692]

Hey, saw your comment and thought I had written it! I'm 62 with MS and very bad arthritis etc. I was also a mechanic, automotive machinist etc ( also several strokes ). Anyhow seems like our old best friends carb clean and especially brake clean could be the culprit for our MS. Well just wanted you to know you're not alone, hang in there my friend. Nick

[@jhh8688]

i fit in this category had to stop every day work hava arthritis but worse at this point is neuropathy i take 800 mil 4 times a day my drs say i need more but thats the limit according to the book , yall know how that goes

[@travisfowler8345]

I'm half yalls age... only 36 but with a back surgery at 20 and atleast 2 other herniated discs... I'm a full blown diabetic, with super high blood pressure we are having a hard time getting under control... carpal tunnel in both hands... and very severe neuropathy... and I'm an aircraft mechanic... by the time I'm don't drilling and filling and repairing planes I'm too sore and hurting to wrench anymore... but in my teen years and 20s I owned 13 f bodys... from a 70 nitrous powered 355 camaro... to a full bolt on built Trans and rear end and suspension 99 LS1 Trans am... several 3rd Gen f body's in between and a couple mustangs as well... I always love watching his videos... his knowledge is amazing and his sense of humor just adds to the already great content...

[@joedirt7589]

That wasn’t a kick down switch 15:57 that shut off the electrical system at wide open throttle to get more power. That’s why when he floored it the red light and amp meter shut off 20:50

[@whoevertf]

The idea of a badass old hotrod being pushed all the way and the lights go out etc and it lurches just a little bit harder- that is possibly the coolest hotrod-related thing I've ever heard of.

[@joedirt7589]

@@whoevertfI agree, the guy that did the work on it must’ve been wicked creative and pretty knowledgeable too. It would be cool to see a video of this thing back in the day racing.

[@fredbawden1468]

What's that worth, like 1-2hp maybe?

[@DJ-sr9yq]

​@fredbawden1468 cmon man.. it's at least 3

[@littlelifters7543]

I thought it might be for nitrous.

[@Hillsiderusto]

Love seeing old dirt track cars and drag racers brought back to life!

[@ThomasSmith-hh8fp]

Basicslly- Not an old drag car . It was someone's Street Machine..Still Cool, though..

[@tomhutchins1046]

@@ThomasSmith-hh8fp No it was a notorious street racer owned by a notorious street racer in the san fernando valley. yes the street racers were not safe back in the day but fast.

[@wedontknowwhy]

I think this one deserves a repaint and return to former glory

[@Wooley689]

Nah, it's giving off those Two lane black top vibes when money was spent for the go and not the show.

[@modoc852]

@@Wooley689me too

[@sambuck5710]

I tend to agree. There are enough patina cars out there. This one deserves to be shiny

[@JCbull]

lol. Never gonna happen

[@Bigjohnsartwerks]

If one feller would like to have the old school pinstriping redone all he has to do is ask this feller. (And cover go juice and cold snacks)

[@James-hr4fu]

Iam 68yrs and this is one of my favorite episodes because the car is AWESOME!!!❤ AND CREAGORS HAVE BEEN MY FAVORITE SINCE I USED TO BY EM NEW FOR 40.00 BUCKS APIECE!❤ 8IN FRONT, 11IN IN BACK! LOVE YOUR SHOW❤ BRINGS ME BACK TO A BETTER TIME!❤

[@donaldstewart8342]

Back in the 80's I was working for a Chevy dealer in Milwaukee,we had a customer bring a 1984 Suburban that had the 454 engine replaced under warranty in South Dakota.On the way to Milwaukee the engine developed a knock.He contacted Chevy who sent a replacement engine to replace it,Our truck mechanic replaced the engine but when he went to install all the accessories he noticed that the pulley on the crankshaft only had two bolts instead of three,The balancer never had the third hole drilled and tapped.He finished the job and sent the customer down the road,At the time I had a 1979 Chevy 4X4 that needed an engine.Well Chevy had thirty days to take the old engine back or to destroy it. After 30 days they never claimed it,so I installed in my truck and drove for it 5 years!

[@tuberNunya]

5 whole years? Sounds like a chevy

[@donspees9215]

I immediately thought of the Ernie Von Schledorn commercials from my childhood. I know he didn't sell Chevy's, lol

[@jimmywhitlow2012]

​@@tuberNunyahe could have sold it, or put a lot of miles on it in that time. I've put 150,000 miles on a car in a little less than 5 years.

[@gregl5677]

​@@tuberNunya I put 195k on my ram in about 5 years. I got rid of it then. 🤷

[@michaelwilharms570]

Who do you know wants to buy a car?!​@@donspees9215

[@pclayton5063]

Loved the sound of the big block. You can tell when you have a happy big block.

[@modoc852]

Agree! rumpty rump!

[@zackhutchison2106]

This old car not only looks awesome but that big block just sounds good. Love this rig

[@ArKritz84]

I could listen to that old boat anchor just loping away on idle for days.

[@paulkirkland1535]

My thoughts exactly. Ain't nothin like em. The ol' school will never die, love the good old days when Detroit was king and aids meant assistance. ​@@ArKritz84

[@edwardglysson6854]

Derek, you inspired me to switch out what I thought was a bad starter in a resto-mod 1950 pickup (bad based upon your video lessons) and I did it and the beast runs again. So much fun and satisfaction! Thank you!

[@lenandtamaraevans]

Do what you normally don’t do to this unit. Full restore. Frame and repaint. This one deserves it.

[@adamtereska8734]

Absolutely!!!!!!!

[@jarroddavis4271]

Yesssss

[@MrWolfSnack]

Negative. You never "full restore" racing cars. That's like acid washing the statue of liberty.

[@mattao313]

It looks great as is to me. Maybe clear coat it and fix some of the rust.

[@joshmiller2446]

Do whatever mechanically, but that body needs to get the shine juice 😊

[@charlesbrown3199]

Look at the cobwebs sticking to Derek’s cap from crawling under the rig. He’s the real deal! Love your work ethic

[@nickdestefano20]

I'm really conflicted. If I watch this now, what's a guy gonna watch tonight?

[@StevenSmith_SeahawkFan]

Glad I'm not the only one!

[@wfoalaska]

😂 just re watch it.. problem solved. A guy can't watch these too many times..

[@normenderle550]

I’m listening it to it while I work, I’m going to watch it later tonight when I get home.

[@StevenSmith_SeahawkFan]

Couldn't wait. Gave in and watched it. Great as always. Thanks Derek!

[@margeryjames2468]

Same here, but I HAVE to watch with my Hubby and I’m still working!!!!!

[@invisiblekid7374]

This is one of the coolest cars you have resurrected. I love the old get em running and drive em home episodes. They’re my favorite!

[@travisfowler8345]

Not a huge fan of this episode... ONLY BECAUSE... he already wrenched on it and had all the trouble shooting, shot... I do however agree with you. I love the "will this "blank" that's been parked for "blank" years drive 600 miles home?!

[@nazareeeee534]

Happy weekend guys, I'm in here watching because there's a thunderstorm storm on my Mopar 360 truck outside. So naturally, I'm building the top end in my living room with Derky here. 😂👍

[@jangrahame4891]

American Grafitti revisited! Reminds me of the time my brother and his 3 buddies pooled their money and bought a 42 Ford coupe out of the wrecking yard for 50 bucks in 1962. Got it running and drove it 8 miles to home. By the time they hit the driveway the two guys in the backseat and the guy on the drinkers side had no boot heels left. They had punched through the floors and dragged their feet to stop that baby at every stop sign! For the next 3 months they pooled their money again till each of them had a car to fix up. They ranged from a '36 to a '46 in year and kept those boys busy in the garage for the next two years as they continued to pool their money and flip a coin to see who would get the next parts to make their project more road worthy. In the end each had a beautiful customized coupe to take their girl to graduation in.

[@andyreid7274]

Thank you for always providing family friendly entertainment Bieri family. Thank you all for all the hardwork and grueling schedule

[@1776_Garage]

​@@matth7744What's so funny?

[@all_the_hype]

A guy just finished binge watching roadworthy rescues and made his way here. Love the content!

[@travisfowler8345]

You do realize that RWR began here right? Not trying to be a jackass... but he has ran this channel forever... and discovery liked the idea and proposed an offer for their own show... but I'm glad he was allowed to keep his own YT channel... the content here is MUCH BETTER than their channel IMO...

[@wes11bravo]

Oh man, I hope you keep this thing looking as close to this as you can - it's an artifact from a bygone era, something you'd see on the cover of Hot Rod from 1957. What a beautiful machine.

[@NileKelly]

I was picturing the same thing. Since the car has Cragar SS's on it, it'd be more on a cover of Hot Rod magazine in the 1960's, since those wheels first came out in '64.

[@non1503]

I kinda wish the old car would get it hit with the thermograpy x ray fluorescences vision, scanner machine. To see the paint beneath. And try to bring back the pin stripes and stuff. Plus it might be the first time anyone has scanned a car with those art scanning behind paint to find the older art, machines. It could also make a decent episode. That is just a little different than normal. Wonder if that is viable for guinness world records?

[@wes11bravo]

@@NileKelly - I was wondering about that - you're definitely spot on about that, brother

[@ericcriteser4001]

For sure! And then rediscover it in 1980. Then 2000. Now 2024. This little coupe belongs to the ages. Awesome.

[@rm25088]

gives me Grease vibes.

[@rachelblack3816]

What impresses me the most is doing so much of this work (well, most of what we see anyway) using only one hand, and still giving us good video in the process. Thank you!

[@DJRoyalEdo]

I think Derek is the only guy who will not break character or stop being funny even if a lightning bolt hit a tree right beside him. This man is dedicated and entertaining to another level many fellas/fellers have not reached.

[@NvChTeR-music]

I like to think he doesnt do a character. He just is like he does

[@bwhartman1]

Right?​@brandontempels915 easy to not break character if you're not acting

[@isaiahjordan6007]

Yep he tuff and has nerves of titanium

[@mzaccagnini7179]

That's why he's the best.😊

[@DJRoyalEdo]

@@NvChTeR-music you aren’t very intelligent.. and that’s okay too

[@danhuss2750]

Just wanted to say thank you. I have been through some really hard times lately and watching you has helped me stay positive and sane thanks

[@Confindencedrugee]

When I was a kid I remember watching wrenching shows with my dad Saturday/Sunday mornings, now here I am a grown man watching this bringing back fond memories. Keep up the good work

[@McGruff2008]

You need a set of towing lights for your travel kit. Sit them on the deck lid, wire them in and go

[@modoc852]

Then the video would only be 40 minutes long But still entertaining

[@FARTYCREAM4U]

Am i the only one who loves to see his thumbs up count as the first people to see the freaking bad ass show. VGG is the dam best . a guy just knows

[@timothydockery534]

First thing I did and haven't seen it yet

[@maggs131]

​@timothydockery534 yeah I don't wait. Click video click thumbs up.

[@davidroberts8760]

He looks like a smoker on the track!?🎉❤😮😅

[@timbruce8188]

Derek the stuff you endure to give us a video to look forward to is incredible. There are times when I am actually worried about you when watching one of your videos. Then I remind myself that you had to have made it home ok because you posted a video. I appreciate you Derek. You give me something to look forward to in my life.

[@richardzackery9934]

I’m soon to be 53 years old, and some of the earliest memories is of in my backyard my dad had a 38 coupe that he raced on a local dirt track, it was nearly the same color orange, his car number was 40D , as a little boy I barely remember seeing it race, but when I’d look at that thing, as a little boy, it could have been a modern day NASCAR ! Keep up the great videos!

[@jandrevanstaden1607]

I can't wait to see this old girl get some shine and TLC, this one is a gem! . Great work as always Derek, you are truly an inspiration!

[@jakespeed63]

The wiring on my 1939 Ford Coupe, when I got it, was actually worse. Ripped it all out, threw in the nearest trash can and installed a Speedway Motors kit. That car deserves a few updates, especially for safety. Very cool old Hot Rod. Glad you made it home safely and thanks for sharing JT: Orlando FLA

[@jameshathaway5117]

My boss gave me a 41 4 door that had the front end stripped for body parts. It sat in a field for nearly 30 years with no hood. I got it running in a weekend and drove it home without brakes on all the back roads. Guys like you are a heck of an influence on anyone who can even remotely turn a wrench.

[@engineerbuilder]

no brakes hardly any steering .....driving a piece of crap back with big plans to bring it back....moments of your life you never forget and never regret....rule of 2: spend twice what they're worth and sell it for half that after years of work bringing it back....what a hobby!

[@rjpizzaman]

Cob webs hanging from the hat! You out did yourself in this installment. The level of sketch that you are willing to endure for our entertainment is simply amazing! Always enjoy a bourbon and the Friday night posting from VGG!

[@philmerrifield1163]

yes more truck stuff please brother thanks for the early access for us fellas and fellettes that are members

[@ViceGripGarage]

You got it!

[@sandiegomancaves]

@@ViceGripGaragejust in case you got writer’s block…. Cracked dash reupholstery, stepside wood bed redo, swap small block with a big block, sticky steering wheel, speedo adapters, orig brass radiator vs new alumiminium…. And it would sweet to see an episode end with you and the boys in a k5 with the top off!

[@phyllismcdaniel-cook946]

A fellet enjoys watching these episodes. They're very entertaining.

[@tonydowd8566]

I'm 70 and love gassers!!!! Rat Fink artwork is the best.

[@GregoryBamber]

Not far behind you Tony, I'm 67 and love Gassers too.

[@ronaldoleksy8264]

I'm 62 I love the gasser stance.Was told to be legal can't be more than 24 inches to the center of the crank from the pavement

[@Troy-i4l]

Shoot old timer, I’m 42 n love the gasser style and the artwork. Oldsmobiles are my favorite ones.

[@Troy-i4l]

Shoot old timer, I’m 42 n love the gasser style and the artwork. Oldsmobiles are my favorite ones.

[@DNTMEE]

I'm 31 and had no idea what a gasser was, or that there even was any such thing. I feel deprived.

[@beadkins312]

Another great example of how to make things work with little or no equipment. Your a great inspiration for getting our projects up and running. Thank you!

[@trussell70385]

One thing I personally will never get tired of is anything that has to do with a squarebody. You gave me inspiration to fix up the 77 k10 I have

[@Countryboy9129]

When I was younger me and my dad used to move around a lot of equipment and older rigs for farm work. And we had to do a lot of direct wiring of here I am lights. And he used to carry an old turn signal flasher canister so he could make them into hazards if the need arises. Love what you’re doing!! God bless you and your family Derek❤. Hands down best videos on KZbin and probably about any other platform!

[@edwardalamo2507]

Your best bet is your own car hauler.

[@threelastt]

You've been a terrible influence on me. Yesterday I hopped on a train and went 350 miles south to drive back a $1000 1982 Mercedes 240d. It was a helluva journey home and I don't regret my decisions whatsoever.

[@anderskisen1375]

Positive influence. Its called building character. Remember, you could have always used the money on even dumber things. Enjoy the merc!

[@threelastt]

@@anderskisen1375 that's a good point and what I'll tell my parents when they complain about it being my fifth car I have right now lol

[@AndrasMihalyi]

be careful, that is one fast car ! You should have bought a 200d, just to be safe 😉

[@threelastt]

@@AndrasMihalyi it has an om617 n/a swap, so much power I do a burnout in every gear

[@AndrasMihalyi]

@@threelastt The big block 300d ? You like living on the edge, I see

[@rustyscales3769]

I really need a favor ! PLEASE tell "little grip" that his channel is our favorite after his dad's! He does such a awsome job and it stands out like a sore thumb that he has GREAT PARENTS ! BEST 2 CHANNELS ON YT !!!!!!!

[@richardsmith-qy6vl]

One of my good friends who passed about 8 years ago hustled cars when I was really young he always had a few different hotrod this guy would be driving something different every other day he had a bunch of old coupes in the 70s he had a really cool 33 or 34 coupe that was chopped so heavy that the windshield was only about 6 inches in hight and it was flat black with a big block and a tunnel ram he drove it around with open headers and the cops pulled him over a few times a day he swapped that car foe a big block 67 camaro that had every candy color they made on it this guy Mike painted the car and as soon as he finished it he swapped my friend the car had the name paranoid on the quarter panels in gold leaf lettering great looking car. This guy had more cool cars then anyone I've ever seen and I think that is what got me Into hot rods at a very young age. Great video

[@TheDisabledMechanic]

I have been watching bits and pieces of this episode since Friday and I have to say this is helping my recovery. As a mechanic myself (no such thing as a former mechanic) I am recovering from my third back surgery and this is really helping with that. Thank you Derek for all you do. I would love to be able to keep doing what you do. I miss it a lot.

[@philpartin8618]

Man do I wish that was mine. I'm 65 and still love the old school hotrods. 😊

[@Frogs-artifacts]

But heres my question to you phil, who gaf if ur 65 and love old cars?

[@fredb1641]

Man, I really love this one. I myself was offered a '46-'48 Chevy 2 door sedan recently. Debating buying it. Already have a little 283 for it. The '46-'48 sedans don't have "the look" like a coupe but it's a solid old car.

[@oldmanhare]

I love VGG Fridays!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for watching

[@JeremyHenry-b7b]

I totally agree! After a sh*#^y week it’s great to have a few laughs and a couple cold snacks.

[@michaelladymon5143]

My 82 year old Dad has his old 40 Chevy Business Coupe stashed up high in the attic of his shop. He paid $75 for it when he was 16 years old, and drove it until 1965 which was the year that I was born. It’s cool to see another one!

[@SuperNoticer]

Help him get it out and do something with it

[@ratrodshaggy820]

I really needed this video. My dads funeral was on thursday. While he wasn't a big car guy, he had the same wit and sense of humor. Thanks for getting me to laugh.

[@motivationfx111]

Above all the mechanical expertise (which is know nothing about) I really admire your cool, calm, and collected attitude towards "problems" that seem to pop up one after another. Everything works out in the end with the right attitude!

[@GaryBennett-m3c]

No one can get tired of square bodies! Would love to see another crew cab build!

[@harrywalker968]

square bodies. boring.. no flair whatso ever.. what gets me about a lot of chev,s is like they designed a grill that was too small, so they doubled up on it & the lites.. id of sacked that designer.. & the guy that kept that 1940 design 350 going for 300 fkn yrs.. its just wrong.!.. ausie.. i have to put up with holden nuts here.. that all want a chev 350 & 9''.. boring.. please send over a container of 12 & 14 bolt diff,s to save our fords from not having diff,s.. [ some top loaders be good too. ]..

[@1776_Garage]

​@@harrywalker968Get over yourself!

[@Clappedoutgarbage]

​@@harrywalker968why are you mad about a sbc design being around forever?! Gm had the workin man in mind with it unlike ferd or dodge being able to get parts off whatever had one in it.... all ferds are good for are the axles high pinion fronts and the 9" rears.... 14 bolts are gms best rear axle 12 bolts are ok

[@jameszielske2994]

Crew cab build giveaway!!!!

[@curtisjones4017]

50 years ago I started a mobile tuneup business. The very first car was a show quality bone stock 1940 Chevrolet coupe. Even the spark plugs were original. It idled at 450rpm and was smooth as glass. I worked on hundreds of cars but this has stuck in my mind as very special. When I was a kid my best friends older brother’s built a 40 Chevy coupe in much the same configuration as yours. With similar suspension and an Oldsmobile 324 coupled to a Lasalle transmission and a hydraulic clutch. It meant business back in the day.

[@tstoneami]

I remember when I first started binging this channel a couple years ago. Derick's comedic relief was a fun surprise. Now it just seems...normal :)

[@donaldrussell-tx3873]

The first Derek'ism I first remember about 3 years ago was "madder than a mosquito in a mannequin factory" 😆

[@FrancesRamsden]

All great men are gifted with intuition. They know without reasoning or analysis, what they need to know.

[@ryantucker142]

Yesss!!! Let’s see more square body stuff!! I will never get tired of it!! Love when you go in-depth on them too! A guy loves learning from a guy that knows a thing or two about those 4 equally sized sides trucks

[@cze33e]

+1 for square bodies.

[@nabor500]

+1 - love the square body content

[@Tealmoney8571]

There is another youtuber I watch that has a 40 Chevy like that one. He said it's a one year car, and parts are hard to find. Love the old school cars! I would absolutely leave that wiring. That's part of the story of the car. I cant wait to see what you do with it. Cool ride!

[@tbomber7716]

Rough day at work. Back at the campground. Fire built. Red Stag in hand and this. Yep, everything is ok 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@SD40Guy]

Red Stag is the Bomb!!! Love that stuff.

[@mendel5106]

It's a trip just watching you with your antics. Thanks!

[@chadhensley6078]

Thanks for all the hard work Derek! A guy has a hard time waiting all week for Friday to come to watch your new episode. Also congrats on your dream car! You deserve it!

[@dhess140]

Mr. Rogers comes to mind while your talking to the camera. Very funny. Keep on keeping on Derek!

[@robertmckinnon7245]

Had a guy walk up to me and say,i see your a vice grip follower, i was wearing my V.G.G hat. We stood there and talked about how much we love watching the show for about an hour.

[@murchison18a]

Australia here. Love what you do. Love how you treat family. Come over to Aus for a visit. Don’t have a car to fix but could show you the sights.

[@strings1955]

Getting home in one piece. Bless your heart.

[@RodneyAllen-y5h]

Fair dinkum Kyle the smile on ya face when you announce the smoking jacket is priceless keep up the good work you have mad skills cheers from down under 😊

[@andrewjones219]

Never get tired of square body content. I’m slowly collecting a few of them myself. Show all the square body stuff you want!

[@tordsvensson1166]

The purple sky when you checked oil before takeoff was amazing . A photo on that thing with a background like that ❤❤❤

[@dave3156]

Glad you made it home safe and sound! Really appreciate giving early access to us VGG wannabees. Thx!!

[@TheSprinterVan]

Spoiler alert?

[@ShaneVonD71]

Dude! Come on man. Why would you ruin it for everyone.

[@jeremyedwards7357]

Yall know he always gets home even if he has to buy a truck and pull it he's getting home

[@hackniagara]

Man….. that cam sounds incredible!!!

[@KS-xo3oh]

Thanks for giving us members a lil taste from the ol pot a little early. Great content as usual. Much appreciated from, a guy. Funny story. When I got my first job no one bothered to learn my name so I was literally called Guy for years 😂

[@toddfornari7617]

Love the fact that you commented about having the fire extinguisher! Important safety equipment. Also love that it was the brand I work for!

[@doughaven-rf8id]

Love the stance of a gasser. That '40 Chev landed in the right hands.

[@matthewridgeway9250]

It needs to be a black coupe. Black vinyl roof, black chrome and black interior. Dare one suggest white wall tires? Looks very much like a '39 I8 Buick! I had three of those with my first bride. Iterior room is surprisingly "too cozy".

[@ar2043]

Absolutely classic Derek. I can't believe you do this for a living… Well I can and I'm glad you do, but I just can't believe it. Just as an example, @ 1:11:43 at your first gas stop, it's the middle of the night, you're in a borrowed shirt, you've had ATF and oil rolling down your arms all day and a huge spiders web hanging from your ball cap all the way down to your neck!!!! You sir are "old-school rugged"! and I absolutely love it!!!! Thank you so much for choosing to do this with your life and bringing us so much wholesome entertainment. And that's what I like about it too… Wholesome entertainment. Just a great guy doing great things with great automobiles and no swearing or nasty stuff. Family man doing his thing… Thanks for the great content all these years!!!

[@rogerdodrill4733]

Don't know how wholesome it is, probably better than late model tv

[@RamblinTed]

Your videos remind me of working on cars back in the day. My dad passed away at 48, but he tried to teach me as much as he could in the time we had together. You really take a guy back with these videos and I appreciate you so much.

[@T80Delta]

I think I'll remember that "for every mile of highway..." quote forever. You're the man, Derek!

[@bodarville2510]

Old cars push my happy button!! I’d like to see that blue ‘40 ish Tudor you got stashed away!

[@curtussmith143]

All the squarebodies a guy can do! Please! Also, I would love to see a 67-72 c/k one of these days! Thanks Derek

[@ckhoshkhou]

We got foam in our tank, pie crust slicks, rain on the road, can’t see in the dark and 200miles to drive! Modern blues brother

[@koolaid117]

Thanks for the early access!!

[@GeekGinger]

I'm not sure why A Guy would have a car shipped 200 miles from his house, but such is the mystery of VGG. Ours is not to question why...

[@danieledwards1081]

@@GeekGinger probably a case of his buddy Chad being the one who did the shipping, since it's at his property

[@amandaklapp1171]

Could also be that he bought it before the move and shipped it ahead.

[@warrenmichael918]

I bet Chad brought it home with him or knew the shipper so it was dropped there.

[@jeremyboyle5695]

Do you want a "Will it run & sketchy drive" video, or "Well here's a thing at my shop" video?

[@OneOut1]

exactly ​@@jeremyboyle5695

[@doctorfiber1]

A guy watches every video! I always wonder how Derek keeps from getting stopped by the HWY Patrol. Does anybody know???

[@creativetradesman6833]

I remember a guy saying one time, he does get stopped but out of respect for law enforcement. He doesn’t film it. Just pays the fine and keeps it moving. Cost of a feller doing business I reckon.

[@BDE1337]

Most of the time if you buy a car all you have to do is put insurance on it and as long as you have the title you can drive it home without issue. I’m not sure about all states but that was the law in GA

[@jamieharris1596]

I’m sore he mentioned it in one of his old old vids explaining it think it’s something to do with a 30day title that mans he can drive it. I’m not 💯 sure how the American laws are I’m from uk and we can’t drive nothing unless it’s booked in for an mot and only drive to and from a test station if it don’t have tax or mot but needs insurance 🤷🏻

[@jamieharris1596]

Or unless the vehicle is over 40 years old don’t require anything except insurance so maybe it’s something similar to that

[@jhpfmj]

finally a feller can rest his earthpounders, fill his belly, wet his backneck, and relax with a VGG video. Eternally grateful to Mr. Derek for posting these. Although, I don't remember there being soooo many multiminute ads.

[@DeejayPozE]

KZbin premium is worth every penny, even just for this channel with no ads.

[@whoevertf]

Well, that's why a feller oughta be using Firefox (PC & Android) & the extensions: ublock origin & Adguard adblocker.

[@eugenecooter6534]

Always outstanding

[@jeremyhanna3852]

30:35 if you dont believe me then why am i helping

[@Michael-je8kh]

Gotta say I love your analogy on riding the wagon down the hill with the handle folded back, brought back a lot of memories. Kids don't know what they're missing these days.😊

[@paullimbom7182]

Anyone else remember when Derrick would shit on Roadkill? Now he works for Motor Trend and is buddies with Freiburger😂😂

[@Cal-x2b]

"Before Roadkill was crap" lol yes I do. Been edited out now I think

[@Thedoug369]

There's much worse hypocrisy on the ole Utube I'm here to tell ya lol.

[@calebosterman3075]

@Vice Grip Garage i will NEVER get tired of you working on squarebodies or any other old trucks for that matter. Please keep it up on the truck content!

[@JasonBringhurst]

We are not tired of square bodies. I recently bought a 1981 GMC Sierra Grande 2WD long bed. I'm loving it. I've got her looking like a nice going-to-town rig!

[@omar_padilla]

I live just down the street from Van nuys! It's a trip to think that this car used to cruise up and down the same streets I cruise lol. Fyi Van nuys is located in the San Fernando valley about 15 minutes away from Hollywood. Thank you very much for saving a piece of my home's history! Much love and respect from the San Fernando valley!!!

[@dougvanausdal3162]

I love watching you bring old cars back to life , and drive them home, I must admit you have to be the lucky person to get these cars home without having trouble with police

[@jehoiariley1593]

I love watching. To see all the cars and trucks you fix that most would say No too, may not look perfect or New, but to save classics and cool looking vehicles to give them another chance at life on the road..😊

[@robertwest3093]

Now THAT is a cool car! My brother has a 1938 Chevy coupe. Once you take a ride in an old car like this you don’t care to drive anything new. That’s cool that David hooked you up with this. I’ve read his articles in the car magazines for YEARS.

[@hjemison]

I knew those guitar jacks would come in handy!

[@neilcopping3197]

I have a tungsten wedding band. I work as a cabinet maker and hold hardened screws i that hand...6 years on its still like new. I didnt realise but tungsten is actually a ceramic so provided u dont drop it on a tiled floor its pretty much indestructible. I also do most of my car maintenance ....well what doesnt involve laying in the wet to do (in the UK) so thats often lol. The shop i use is 50m from my house just down the farmyard and he is fantastic. Keep up the great work

[@_Worldoutsidethebox]

Yes Plz do more square body content. How else am i supposed to learn how to work on these things and diagnose them. You taught me alot of what i know

[@Andrew-c5h9o]

I really enjoy watching, I really appreciate all your work. Thanks for letting me be part of your family.

[@matttwitchell201]

I’m a dedicated follower that really enjoy learning new tricks diagnosing problems with a sense of humor I have a 1986 prostreet pulling truck with a big block that made 920 hp on the dyno naturally aspirated My question is see how you have built big blocks that sit a long period of time do you back the valves off if you aren’t going to run it say 6 or 7 months ?