Will This Old Dodge Farm Truck RUN AND DRIVE HOME After Being Parked for YEARS?

A guy bought a old dodge truck online sight unseen. It's been parked over a decade. A guys going to try get it running once again, and attempt to drive it home! Think it will start?
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[@awj918]

All these years later and Derek still doesnt have a cameraman. Thats what i love about this channel it doesnt get any more real then this. Ive been here since the beginning spray painting the harley in a two car garage and ill be here until one of us is ten toes up. Keep it up Derek you're awesome!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for noticing and caring, much appreciated man!

[@jakeeddy7050]

Hasn’t seen the road worthy series??😅

[@chennemeyer]

@@jakeeddy7050 I know, its not the same with all that Motortrend support, I like to original, organic, home grown ones like this

[@warrenmichael918]

@@ViceGripGarage just a thought about the funny clutch pedal pad wear. Maybe the pad fell off and got put back on upside down?

[@evanrodgers2705]

He's raising a bunch of them rn

[@thagerdorn2009]

This has Mr Dylan McCool all over it! Here a guy is on a Friday night laying in a hospital bed, going to have colon surgery number 3 soon. And all a guy has been looking forward to was a VGG video to help relax and enjoy my time before surgery. Thank you Derek.

[@KOrnhOliO1]

Best of luck buddy! 💯👍

[@BikingChap]

Yep, got to love a bit of Dylan McCool too, seems another genuinely nice guy.

[@Mcgiever100]

3rd will be quick, they had enough time to make a AAA Road map.

[@brianleslie7388]

Best of luck, I caught at stage 2a and have managed to come out with clean scans for almost two years. Good things happen.

[@michaelmccluskey1155]

Hey feller just take it easy and everything will be fine.

[@Kro_man_tx]

I love that he helped some lady who had an issue. She was fortunate to have wandered into that abandoned gas station.

[@alwayssearching1882]

The crazier this world gets the more I appreciate the former days and vehicles. Love the simplicity of this truck. Great upload Derek.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thank you!

[@alwayssearching1882]

Glad to be able to hang out with you guy.@@ViceGripGarage

[@roodick85]

Rock solid truck. Great mpg good torque and easy to work on. I miss these days

[@waterloobear]

#1 apocalypse mechanic Derek is a national treasure

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks, I'm humbled!!

[@moparman1962]

Yes he is...and a fun fact...he's also one of the Seven Wonders Of The Automotive World! (You truly rock what you are doing, Derek, keep it up, you make the best content.)

[@TypeTuber]

There is absolutely no question of this. A guiding light for us all.

[@DiggitySchwag]

Please never stop making videos. This channel is the only thing that has ever gotten me into fixing and maintaining my own vehicles. So much so that I just purchased an OBS Chevy 2500 to tinker with and continue learning. On top of all of the knowledge you give me, your videos are the only thing that can help get me to sleep at night. I found this channel after my dad sent me a few of your videos while I was deployed. It didn’t take long before they were my sole source of entertainment while I was gone and continue to be a ritual at home. After the ole’ beater truck gets some love, I’d love to get my late grandpa’s 77 Trans Am running and driving again with my dad as soon as I can find the time and money to do so. After over a decade of sitting in an Alabama driveway, it deserves some love. Thank you for the countless hours of entertainment. This is by far the best car channel on the internet.

[@derekgriffin8488]

Hand's down the best KZbin creator out there. Can never thank this man enough for the hours and hours of entertainment and the knowledge he's given all of us. Thank you.

[@rustyneuron]

Yep, and even with the tv show and his popularity, he is still gracing us with these awesome "will it run and drive home" videos. Love it.

[@zachchampine5101]

Derek is the only person on youtube i ever see replying to his fans. What a good wholesome fella!!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Kind of you!

[@brianbeilmann2992]

Sparks garage is also great and they respond. And they are buddies.

[@dwaynepatch6872]

I think he deserves a 9 second drag and drive car build

[@natevanlandingham1945]

Back when a guy's channel want as big and he didn't have as many subscribers and comments a guy would respond to about 1 out of 4 of this fellers comments!! Pretty cool! Edit: This guy has been around awhile!

[@cmwhitt18]

What city in northern Tennessee did you find that beauty?​@@ViceGripGarage

[@GMguy-wv4qc]

You just can’t lose with this guy. So many channels go sour after a few years but these just get better with time. My kids have kinda grown up watching over the past few years and my girlfriend and her 8 year old son now watch with me if we have an evening free. Thanks Derek, we really enjoy the content.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@shrodingerschat2258]

6:52 That was a mockingbird you were yelling at! Don't get mad at him. He's just happy singing his little heart out!

[@phillipmcr]

That gas station was hit by a tornado I can’t remember how long it’s been, last time I stopped at that store was probably 5yrs ago, my dad lives about 20 minutes from there

[@rossdeterman8928]

This is probably the only channel I can watch 100% through and not skip any parts. Pure entertainment and teaching too. Just got my merch delivered today. Keep up the great work!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Very much appreciated!

[@thra5herxb12s]

So true. I'm in the UK and people recognise my "I'll be dipped" key fob 😁

[@matthewfenton8775]

@@thra5herxb12ssame dude! Where u at in the UK I’m over in Northern Ireland

[@Beer-can_full_of_toes]

Always remember the old mechanical fan is dual purpose. Not only does it help keep the power barn in an HVAC mode but it’s mainly there to dry out all the fluids that spray all over the engine area.

[@roodick85]

😂😂😂

[@MACE1-1]

Sep, if it’s a diesel…

[@MajorHorstPower]

A guy singing Pink Floyd while doing a revival is the best thing I've heard all week feller❤❤❤

[@clappedoutsubie920]

Scrolled through comments knowing someone else had to get the reference! Glad to see people still like good music.

[@ghettosled1976]

It was more spoken word than it was singing 😂

[@barryclay9084]

When he said "I need some information first", I thought keep goin...and you completed the Floydian slip!

[@markthomas6980]

Always replace brakes in pairs. Even if not needed

[@ericneeds1512]

I had one of these (1987 ... D150, slant 6, 1 bbl, A-833 OD transmission, 'north of the border'. He is right, it had 'legs' - very tall gearing, came with 195/75/R15 (car tires?). It never died .. but had a few known ... 'items'. 1. Rear main seal leak, helped keep the underbody from rusting. 2. Slop in the trans linkage (external, could go under when locked and 'flip it'. 3. Carburetor icing in damp cold weather. 4. Made lots of carbon during -40C startups. 5. Pulling the vacuum lines actually helped - gave a little diesel grunt under light throttle, but much more power, and better milage (probably just bad spark advance/smog gear). It would always start .. never overheated. At -40C on the highway, mileage was awful. Starter was changed to a Nippon style - no sick dolphin noise, had enough power to pull start in 1st gear. Body 'weight reduction occured' long before motor would give. It truly was a Dodge ... both 'Do Or Die Gutless Engine' and also 'Drips or Drops Grease Everywhere'.

[@mcroprntRC]

My dad introduced me to VGG about two years ago and Im so glad he did. Your humor lines up exactly like his so your videos is always like a good sit down with my old man.

[@AngusSibbet-jg9fj]

The early hood cam view looks like you're driving a pasture with a ram in it. Another brilliant revival, Derek. Thank you so much for all you do for us followers, truly inspirational. Huge respect from the British Island.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Very much appreciated

[@claztube]

I saw the same image, then noticed your comment that said I wasn't the only feller with imagination ❤

[@lamarzimmermanmennonitefar5269]

The old goat was out grazing!

[@danielmcguire6814]

I was going to say it looked like he was driving a Chia pet.

[@Joe.Rogan.]

Man.. I'd love to meet the Hardass who bought a custom Dodge and said no to a radio.. he was like "No thank you. The sound of my farm animals is all I need in my heart.".

[@michaelwalsh98]

He must been the old school, oh no I am not paying $50.00 extra for a radio kind of guy.

[@ryanm4419]

😂😂😂

[@awj918]

Or he was just broke but didn't want anyone to know. 😂😂 Can't see the radio from the curb.

[@RobertDickens2002]

Couldn't be distracted had to keep it running.

[@dylanromine4101]

Thatd be me. I have 6 cars currently and no radio in any of them

[@stevegood3979]

My first truck at 16 was an '81 D150 with the 225 and a four speed. Still got it 17 years later. I love those trucks.

[@pilsplease7561]

First truck I ever drove was a like 1973 or 1974 F250 my grandfather purchased new off the lot back in the day, with the 460 and dual fuel tanks and all the bells and whistles.

[@mikepraed4623]

My father had this same truck. Painted many houses with him out of that truck. That's the thing with these old vehicles...the memories they dig out of our minds that make them cool.😊

[@mikepoint4717]

Derek is a national treasure, dodge , Chevy or ford he will give any car or truck a new lease on life . Cheers 🇨🇦

[@ViceGripGarage]

Do what I can!

[@awj918]

Don't forget wooden Lamborghini's

[@rondogwil]

@@awj918 🤣

[@doolittlegeorge]

​@@ViceGripGarage only missing the requisite actual vice on the back for your vice grip garage no less

[@roberthedrick1]

Sure do love and appreciate all the hard work a guy puts into his channel here. Thank you for everything Derek, you and your family are true national treasure’s.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks buddy!

[@Gearhead6971]

Everything I have seen with Jess and kids is heartwarming also. Great Channel

[@MeatandTatersGaming54]

Way back in the late 90s I had a best friend in Highschool that had a 1986 one of these that had a straight six in it , he passed away awhile ago but thank you so much for bringing all of those good memories of that back just now with this video.

[@TheDeepHermit]

Hey friend, I watch almost everything you put out, and my mom used to watch it all with me while she lived. Thank you so much for everything you put out, from some midwesterners who live in NJ. Thanks Derek.

[@deanmackey3179]

You should get an award for being the best

[@Canthus13]

He did get a gold play button....

[@ViceGripGarage]

Appreciate the kind words!

[@Yippa391]

Odd there isint KZbin awards I mean. The guy is trying to please everyone so bad he's bringing home junk Ford's, Dodge... Moses Sandles!

[@kdogg82]

He came in at the right time on youtube and did it right. Derek is a OG on will it run car stuff.

[@souleater32]

@@Yippa391 don't forget crap chevs

[@paulfox3532]

Dad custom ordered a 1980 Vo-lar-ay as a going to school rig for us teenagers. Radio delete, A/C delete, manual windows, four door with that slant six! Everything a teenager in the early 80s didn't want. Perfect. I'm glad yours got the "custom" treatment as well! Lol

[@Davide0033]

damn, why even delete the ac and the radio?

[@user-uk5bx1kz2k]

@@Davide0033 price and fuel?

[@delbutler885]

​@@Davide0033it was a firmly held attitude among many parents that transportation was just that. If no radio and air-conditioning the neighborhood kids wouldn't be wanting to go places with your kids. If there's no loud radio to distract young drivers it's good.

[@jackdonkey22]

The brand new cars high school get are never loved. The 15 year old cars that burn oil and the weird stuff are the best. In the 90s one of my classmates had a 76 town car. It was like 6 foot longer than any other car in the row.

[@paulfox3532]

@@Davide0033 It was cheaper, and he could, lol. I swear if he could have deleted the heater he would have. Luckily it still had a cigarette lighter socket so we could plug in a small cassette player for tunes.

[@elit3401]

Love your videos, you are the highlight of my only day off from work ! Especially moved when you help other people in distress. God bless you and your family!

[@zachmilberger]

Love the videos! On deployment right now and they are definitely one of the highlights of the week! Keep up the great work!

[@jdeno76]

1987 Dodge short bed 2wd, automatic, 225 with aluminum camper shell, full size matress, 7 kids in the back. All over the eastern half of the US and parts of Canada on summer vacations in the late 80s-90s. Dad even built a bolt-to-frame wooden box/luggage carrier to put on the back.The mountains of TN were not kind to the transmission, but somehow we always managed to make it home. Lots of memories. Thanks for the great video, as always!

[@stephenmurck384]

Slant 6 engines are some of the toughest ever made. It was no suprise that it made it home. They never should have stopped making them. That truck is a work horse.

[@ericneeds1512]

Old D150/D100 slant six ... nothing fancy, just runs. In some ways I wish I had my old 87 225 D150 (a833-OD) back as a hobby truck.

[@jlaakso1706]

I managed to blow up two slant sixes in my '74 Duster, though to it's credit the first one I blew still ran on four cylinders with a hole in the side of the engine where on of the pistons ejected itself. However the 318 in my '73 Charger refused to die even when the rest of the car rusted away around it.

[@mtrgv]

The fed. govt. mandated CAFE standards and ridiculous emission output limits stopped production of the slant six. If it was given electronic fuel injection it most likely would have stayed in production. Jeep/Chrysler decided to go with the AMC straight six instead.

[@o.c.smithiii2626]

Jeep may have gone straight 6 , but the slant 6 in pickups was replaced with a v6 that was the 318 with two cylinders lopped off.

[@TeaMollie11]

​@@jlaakso1706My 318 that came with my truck had a hole in the timing cover and the entire engine is horribly rust filled. Put a couple thousand on it so far and no issues besides burning oil but my dakota without rust did it too so 🤷‍♂️

[@user-jo7nj3uz7x]

I love how you refer to your boys by" the humans you are responsible for (or something like that)." That cracks me up every time. Your humor is a good part of your channel.

[@frederickjeremy]

I scored an 1984 d250 my buddy found sitting out in a pasture by him in north texas 10 years ago. It had set for 6 years they said. I needed a truck and my buddy knew those old dodges were my bread and butter. So he didnt even ask me, he just bought it and brought it to me, asked that i give him his 450$ back he paid. A lil cleaning, and another 400$ worth of parts and i have the truck im still driving today 10 years later. I love those old dodges. Mine had 82,000 on the odometer and i believe it had not rolled over as the smog pumps, and emmission hoses were still present and functioning. It now has 121,000 miles on it and has taken me back and forth faithfully many times for crewchange between nacogdoches texas, houston texas, new orleans, and baton rouge. Only let me down once when the factory 1984 alternator give up in baton rouge. Still got me home with an800watt generator running an old school battery charger.

[@saifrushdi1319]

Derek, a camera, and an old rig ready to come back to life. Simple but keeps you sitting focused for hours watching it happen. Thanks Derek and may God bless.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Appreciate ya!

[@tonyriehle6657]

I bought a 1985 D100 with a slant 6 and 4 sp manual shortly after I got out of the Army. It wasn't winning any races, but it always started and did what I needed it to do.Nobody ever asked to borrow it,once they found out it had a third pedal. It finally succumbed to the salt that NYS puts on the roads in the winter. Great video, Derek. Do just enough to make it roadworthy. Tires, lights, and someone will take a chance on it. Love the channel and thanks for what you do.Oh, and a shout-out for your friend Don for the help , and helping out the woman with her issue. Good karma!

[@randallfetty2991]

My Grandfather had that exact same truck in the same color with the pin stripe...that was a good ole truck. Thanks for bringing back the good memories of rolling down the road road with him.

[@br549rdr]

Thank you Derek!! Thank you!! Bless you and your wonderful family.

[@GambitOR1]

‘After these messages we’ll be right back’ Those of a certain age caught that one. Reminds me of a simpler time, kind of like that truck. Good one!

[@chrismoroney9306]

yes that really brought me back too. Miss the 80's and 90's

[@robertphillips2868]

Sure do

[@user-tx1oc3cb5g]

Thanks for another great revival video. Because of your videos I have bought a 1983 GMC truck that had been parked in a barn not running for 7 years and got it back road worthy and doing it's job again

[@ViceGripGarage]

That's amazing!

[@nmiullo]

Derek is the Bieri best. Waaaay back i was a Click and Clack Brothers fan. Had an old used car radio, speakers and lead acid battree hooked up in my room and also listened to Casey Kasem on it. Derek helped inspire me to get my dad’s old 57 Edsel Citation back on the road and handed off to my niece and nephew who dad used to drive to school and events when they were kids. Such a great family bonding experience. Really enjoy watching everything this family generously shares. You all have touched so many.

[@briane4555]

Another good one, I really like these videos where you bring these old vehicles back to life. I appreciate the time you take to explain what you’re doing.

[@kaedanford7960]

Down in the bleep boops here. got here pretty fast somehow, I don't know. Have a good day everyone

[@xXalexkablamXx]

Me too man. Just had surgery. Can’t even find my motivation make it happener.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for watchin!

[@flyfly2427]

​@ViceGripGarage What's the joke your grandfather use to tell? Us viewers really want to know

[@donaldstewart8342]

@@flyfly2427 I know the joke but I'm not going to say it either

[@harrywalker968]

@@ViceGripGarage mosqueto / spider. in aus we have white tails, similar to that. if you get bit, you rot.. no sht..

[@TheDlipowski]

Another great video thanks Derek. They also encourage me to get on with my project's!

[@saublesurfer8197]

Another tip young fella, put a foot long piece of plastic tubing on the bleed nipple of the brake cylinder or caliper. Now tie the hose upright. You can make it longer to drop down into a can. The air bubbles will rise to the top leaving only fluid in the lower part of the hose and in the caliper.

[@dilloncollins7521]

YES! 2 hour revival!

[@CajunShrek]

Probably run without knocking with fresh gas

[@henrik1743]

And drive home, the best!!!

[@ozzyvanhalenrox]

I drove a 1965 dodge town panel in highschool while looking for a new truck. Those slant 6’s are so fun and never give up on you. Thanks for all your hard work as usual! Look forward to every new video from you.

[@lunarvvolf9606]

I had an 86 with the leaning tower of power was once owned by the air force and was just a dark blue d100 short bed. I loved that truck go anywhere as long as you weren't in a big hurry.

[@RyanMercer]

"Have some more sloppy joes. I made 'em extra sloppy for yous. I know how yous kids like 'em sloppy."

[@davidgalea6113]

What is a sloppy joe for those of us that are not Americans?

[@ChrisJohnson-tf7up]

@@davidgalea6113a Sloppy Joe is ground beef mixed with some sort of tomato sauce in between slices of bread or a hamburger bun.

[@RyanMercer]

@@davidgalea6113 gross mostly.

[@RejectReality97]

​@@davidgalea6113Maybe look it up. You're on the internet 😂

[@rufusrose]

Get away lady your scaring me

[@ernestobarajas8445]

Been looking forward to your new video all day. I just lost my job of 22 years yesterday and your content is one of the things that cheers me up. Thank you Derek for sharing the thing you love doing and for giving me something to look forward to during this difficult time. Keep up the good work fella.

[@stevehilliard1495]

You never know maybe you were holding on and it was time to let go. Hopefully you will find something better soon 🤓

[@ernestobarajas8445]

Thanks Steve. 🙏🏼

[@TXAG81]

I experienced the same thing after a 26 year career. Trust you will find something even better. One door closes, but the next opportunity will come as part of His plan.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Sorry to hear that, hope it all works out

[@RejectReality97]

​@@TXAG81There is no plan it's all random based on choice you make.

[@frankmiller7960]

I think this is awesome and you have documentation of it being a one owner which makes it a great project to clean up, put tires on (rims and tires if you prefer) and keep it around. I agree the white spoke rims do look very good on that truck. It would make a great shop truck or for the one of the boys when they get older. It might even be another giveaway candidate later on down the road. Keep doing what you're doing and stay safe!

[@rtistik94]

Very cool... this has me itchin', to get my '67 D100 back on the road. Thanks for always sharing the great content with us. Much love, from Denver Colorado

[@xXalexkablamXx]

After being out on short term disability from a motorcycle oops, I have really been enjoying catching up on your videos man. They crack me up and I always learn something from them! Love how humble you are man!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Heal up soon

[@mgmnfld3109]

Hot dang, Vice Grip Friday again. Looks like it's cold snack time. Thanks for the information, inspiration and entertainment Derek.

[@YOLO891]

drinking a wobble pop myself..lol

[@ViceGripGarage]

Preciate ya stopping in!

[@patmcgaha8120]

Always love tagging along with Derek! Thanks for another great adventure!

[@Reg4x4]

❤❤❤ perfect... The way you talking to us is just a blessing. Take care sir and thanks. Greetings from the rainy island 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@tkskagen]

Tip: Secure a zip-tie around the can, and store the straw in the gap between the can and fastener. I learned this from my Father, who was a Mechanic.

[@NaruSanavai]

Boeing doesn't exactly have the best reputation, right now. Hopefully his stint was during better times.

[@bgee461]

Undeniably a great pro tip! Thank you for sharing, hopefully VGG gets to see this

[@tkskagen]

@@NaruSanavai Early 1970s to early 2000s...

[@StillShatter]

KZbin actually gave me ads at 25:50 right after Derek said after these messages we'll be back 😂the best part is it was a fellers O'Reilly commercial 😂

[@brandonmello2077]

This really brings me back, Derek. My first truck was an 81 ram d150 with the slant 6, but mine was an automatic. My dad and I drove it cross country 2 times without any issues. Such an awsome truck. I really miss it.

[@nicklloyd3962]

You never upload a boring or bad video. Something about your style is nostalgic, calming, informative, & entertaining all together. Thank you for taking the time to make these vids

[@ModMyMind]

The tailgate was probably still there, behind some stuff in the garage/barn/shed.

[@curtiswebster6070]

My favorite part of your show is when you restore a vehicle that previously did not run. Comment interaction things. Algorithm stuff. Thank you DB

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks Curtis

[@stuarthilton712]

Always Quality to watch, really am looking at getting a narrow boat over the next few years x

[@mandybluck42]

That wrench will never be seen again. 😂😂 I secretly love watching you with my husband. 🤫 don’t tell him.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for putting up with me

[@lornebelongia4780]

A real diamond in the rough there. Gonna be a sweet rig

[@ViceGripGarage]

I think so too

[@PatTheRovingBrakeman]

I always enjoy the videos and immense effort you put into everything while keeping us entertained. 👍 That and even the little fellers or fellettes can watch too. Thanks Derek!

[@shuttlemanjack]

Between the slant 6 and the Ford 300 and both with the 4 speed you have the perfect "Survive the Apocalypse" trucks.

[@kellismith4329]

Agree, my old ford 300/5 spd is the most reliable vehicle around the place - when all others fail it will fire up and go

[@deewhy73]

Yes give her a good clean, new grille, tailgate, wheels & tires and you have a definite sweet “goin to town” rig 👍👍👍

[@matthewf5891]

I love these trucks! I've had an '85 1 ton, two '88's, an '89, and two '90's. Five 318's and one 360. Three 2WD and two 4WD. You can't kill them!

[@danielj1063]

Yep, now I'm into Daks (scary transition years), nothin' newer

[@shawnlayne5841]

Yeah because they rust out faster then they can wear out showing why you had so many replacements of them

[@dude28405]

Good find on the old dodge. Any truck from that era that's in that good of shape is worth saving. I never appreciated those trucks back in the day I always thought less of the Dodge and it was probably the toughest of them all

[@farmdog93]

Please don't stop being you, your channel is just the best, have gotten me threw some of my worst times, truly thank you and keep it up haus, God bless 🤘

[@ViceGripGarage]

Happy to hear! I'll never change!

[@warrenbrocker5361]

Derek I've been working on cars longer then you been alive. Buddy don't trust you life on a floor jack. Your a young family man. Please use a cinderblock, tree trunk, rock, the tire you took off, what ever you see around and put it under the frame man. Floor jacks fail, slip off the frame, etc young brother. Known friends in the fire rescue pulling people from under fallen cars. Thanks man

[@rolexthepersiancat8730]

Was thinking the same! Be very careful with just the floor jack...

[@dmorris8661]

I had a dark green Dodge pickup back in high school ,it had a slant 6 ,them things run forever!!

[@rustyneuron]

My dad bought one of theses new when I was 12. It was the best truck ever, even though the 225 slant 6 in it was no powerhouse. It was just a plain-jane work truck-- no power steering, am only radio, no carpet, no a/c, no power windows, 1/2 ton. We hauled a lot of wood in that thing. My sister and I rode in the middle for years-- 4 of us in the cab . . . . lol. We actually took that thing on a 3 week camping trip through the western US-- my mom and sister slept under a camper shell in the back of the truck, and my dad and I camped in a tent. It was a fun trip. Later we had an old 71 volkswagon camper van my grandparents bought brand new; my mom sewed curtains for it and we fixed the inside up and I camped in the pop-up top. We made some good memories.

[@Nothing_to_see_here]

It only took me watching 100 or so VGG episodes to notice that the vice grip in the opening sequence is the "V" in Vice. My life is complete.

[@calvinsmith2095]

Derek, you are the role model I want my kids looking up to someday, and you are currently my role model as I am a father and husband. You clearly love your family and desire to teach them how to live a dignified and meaningful life. You are always kind and patient, even when you never seem to have brakes or batteries. The world needs more men like you. Thank you for this channel. I’ve learned more than just mechanical knowledge, but also life knowledge from you.

[@moparman1962]

Someone said in the comments that Derek is "a National Treasure". Yes, he is...and a fun fact...he's also one of the Seven Wonders Of The Automotive World! (You truly rock at what you are doing, Derek, keep it up, you and your family make the best content.)

[@mtrgv]

There are plans to make a 200 ft Colossus statue of Derek in the New Orleans Harbor welcoming all kinds of wrench turning enthusiasts.

[@moparman1962]

@@mtrgv and @ViceGripGarage ...there SHOULD BE statues AND monuments to Derek in North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Minesooota, Tennessee, Florida and 43 other states, 3 territories and two protectorates. ;)

[@BLD426]

Found a 77 Power Wagon(4wd), shortbed, 42k miles, 440 Magnum (freeze plugs in head, had to be special ordered) TF727 transmission. It was shed stored in the high desert of CA. The only thing that kept it from being drivable (other than the battery & fuel pump was the u joints. It had 3.5" lift kit installed (minus pinion shims). That's why it got parked because it kept needing u joints. Fastest turn around I ever did. It was the meanest, if not fastest, pickups I've ever driven. Should have kept it, but money dictated I couldn't.

[@theworldsnewsplainview952]

Derek you an't right my brother. THANK YOU for making me smile. We love you and Jess and the family. Lets have fun with our automotive projects. God bless.

[@mkbarber65]

I had a 74 Dodge Dart (from my grandfather) with the 225 slant 6 in it, I drove that engine to over 300k miles before I sold it. Pretty had to kill those engines, but up here in Canada they did NOT like the cold or wet weather!! And just a little tip, keep a spare ballast resistor and a regulator in the glove box-I learned that the hard way!

[@Crabby_Abbi]

Can a feller just appreciate such great videos on a Friday to pass a little time at work, I sure can. Great video Derek!

[@thomasfoster7524]

Thanks for doing what you do I love to see old rigs back to life

[@mikerichardson60]

Derek you are absolutely nuts and I love you for it. Dry rotted tires no problem. No headlights you'll figure it out. The effort you put forth to share these revival videos is so appreciated. That's definitely a "goin to town rig".

[@JohnLittle-ze7sp]

Yelling at them birds had a feller crackin - up. have a good weekend Derek and family

[@davelove3779]

These revivals is what brought me to vice grip garage back when you did the white Cadillac in the field and I’ve been here ever since. Keep em coming Derek

[@user-yf5gl9hu4l]

Really enjoyed this one Derek. My grandfather had an ‘82 ‘Miser’- same power plant and drivetrain. I remember that sloppy shifter. Good memories.

[@harleydude-xo8pu]

The loose headlight was an advanced safety feature back in the day. The rattling noise it makes kept the driver awake.

[@nickknaack]

"Someone's really practicing their Amendments over here. They've already spent $97 in brass." 😂😂😂

[@markbrown6236]

We all know what you meant. Also the Pink Floyd quote was pretty sweet.

[@TypeTuber]

This is the way

[@719vol]

@@markbrown6236comfortably numb

[@mattz5770]

Using both Kelis and Pink Floyd quotes while working on a truck….pure genius. Now I don’t feel so bad about myself for loving to pull random movie quotes and music lyrics and insert them into conversations when nobody’s expecting it, just to see who gets them. Thank you Derek.

[@chrisfelske2904]

We just got our shirt order in and the family couldn’t be happier! We love you up here in Canada Derek and family. Loves the episode and can’t wait to see what’s next. Cheers 🍻

[@shanewilliams7834]

Revivals is what you are built on and we love it!!! Thanks Derek for getting back to basics it means a lot

[@rcfools]

Last night I channelled the spirit of Vice Grip Garage, and drove 260 miles in a car with a dodgy gearbox, bad engine oil leak and a slipping clutch. It's stressful.

[@PaulVignaItalianPrideReviews]

Ty Surge your videos have helped my times tremendously. BTW loved the hybrid driving.

[@dboy2547]

That suuuuucks abut the head gasket!!! Love watching you work on the DSM. Brings back some good memories of my two 1st gens. Always wanted a 2g GSX.

[@BrianSmith-ql5nj]

Lost my older brother a few years back. He had an 85 ram with 318 automatic we worked construction out of. Went to south carolina after hurricane hugo and stayed a year working out of his truck there. Miss him and the truck. Great find!!

[@chriskothe3132]

The O'REILLY adds with Derrick are priceless it's the only add i don't skip 😂

[@dianehoward8568]

My all time FAVORITE type of show. Love spending my evening with Derek! P.S. Have learned so much about fixing older cars and trucks!

[@bradfordjones1670]

Another Great episode Derek. That is the type of truck that I'm looking for, and wish I could find. Great work in getting her up and running. .

[@realamerican911]

Dude... You are breaking my heart. I was forced to get rid of my 87 D100. Ran great. Had to replace break lines and I was on the road again. No freaking rust.

[@realamerican911]

1 owner farm truck. Stored in garage and 97,000 miles.

[@scottfisher7254]

Yes!!!!! Start the weekend off right

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for watching

[@musicloverstl]

Just a really cool video and a testament to how Dodge USED to build trucks. I love watching you bring these vehicles back to life.

[@justinbrand6585]

That gas station got taken out by the 2020 Tornado, it’s close to my home used to stop there for a cold snack and fuel all the time.