Jonathan, I stand in awe of what you have done to make this old bird fly once again.
@nicksnarski5973
9 ай бұрын
4gc carburetors are very good, Trying to find good floats are another issue.
@jimbahneman6553
9 ай бұрын
@@nicksnarski5973 those were copper fix um with solder...
@ScottHenion9 ай бұрын
Now you just have to drive it to Alberta for the V8 showdown ;)
@ifga169 ай бұрын
Gorgeous looking engine. The decals do the trick. A real tribute to the quality of manufacturing from both Packard and Studebaker. Packard powered the P51 Mustang and PT boats. Studebaker trucks carried the supplies to the troops in all theaters. Supposedly, the lend lease trucks created a generic term for a truck in Russia like jello and coke, the studebaker. Great finish too. "Pastor, I hear the thunder of the lord." "No, child, that's only Jonathan W. and his Studebaker."
@rodneymiddleton96249 ай бұрын
Lots of people don’t understand how to do the mechanical specs and know exactly how they function. You’re right that there’s not many real mechanic’s left. Most are part changers. Thanks Jonathan!
@jimbahneman6553
9 ай бұрын
That's the difference in repairman or replacers u noticed he said saline the brakes not replace how many even know how to do that in a dealership now much last have the equipment to do it things were repaired in the past waterpumps fuelpumps oilpumps carberators etc
@lateefcarrere16499 ай бұрын
Not only does this Hawk sound good, but the doors stay closed when cornering! Plus, the stickers make it quicker. Another great job, sir!
@Chr.U.Cas2216
9 ай бұрын
👍👌👏 😁😁😁 Yeah, a sticker makes it quicker! So do holes in brackets, steering wheels etc.p.p.. Best regards, luck and health in particular.
@SuperMAZ0079 ай бұрын
Im amazed how good it shifts and how well it drives. I like your life attitude sometimes you don't need fancy stuff to make things work. I would call this project a total success.
@jimbahneman6553
9 ай бұрын
Things were built to work and last back then not so they could repair them for the money like now quaity
@motomuso9 ай бұрын
Sweet ride! These Hawks are so dang unique, so original, and so beautiful! Really, there's nothing else like 'em.
@coldwarmotors9 ай бұрын
Hi Jonathan! Well, that is just a treat... Even the old slushbox shifts really well! (The judges will hear about those "go faster" decals, though, haha!) See you out on the track, buddy! All the very best as always from me and Frankers and the fellas...
@matthewjames43349 ай бұрын
I just bought a 56 Packard patrician With the 374…. Used to be a show car.. won second at a show in 82 and was at the 86 centennial show in Houston…… Car has been off the road at least 20 years….. when I got it it had bent pushrods/missing pushrods… and rocker assembly was off… I spun it over by hand… put 3 new used pushrods in it rebuilt the carb and it ran…. Runs great. So far all the lights work Radio works Interior is sun damaged but it’s all there. The car is mechanically pretty good it cost me maybe $200 to get it drivable. All it really needs is a repaint and new carpet and seat fabric….. so far including the purchase of the car ($2500) I have maybe 2800 total into it…… got a perfectly good car as is Or a great candidate for a restoration…. It doesn’t take much money wise to get something to have fun with.
@derrickrees88959 ай бұрын
Well , well ! It appears the old girl still has a dance or two in the old legs yet ! Wonderful to see her come alive again and hear the music of the old Packard V8 !
@Slingshotgixxer9 ай бұрын
I think the coldwar motors boys are shaking in their boots Jonathan, what a great revival !!
@ervingoertzen72339 ай бұрын
I like what you’re trying to show people. You can get anything to be running and driving, don’t have to spend a ton of money. It is an awesome cruiser for cruise night !
@seed_drill71359 ай бұрын
A friend of mine dropped rocks into his dad's Studebaker's gas tank because he thought it would make it go faster (he was 5 or 6). This wasn't a classic, but a survivor still in service in India in the early 1970's. The rocks were discovered when the person they sold it to changed it over to a diesel engine. (They shared this story with me when I drove my antique over to his dad's house).
@1110001001010019 ай бұрын
Boy that motor runs so nice:) Good points about getting the “mechanical” stuff right. I remember working at a parts store as a teen and going through the books to find rings to fit oddball engines. I also enjoyed rebuilding carbs, alternators and starters at the counter for folks who didn’t have enough cash for a new one.
@jerrybrooks8709 ай бұрын
I would much rather rebuild a carburetor than mess with fuel injection. It's amazing how much the wheel cylinders and brake shoes look the same as what's on my Chevrolet truck. I imagine that a lot of those parts are interchangeable with Ford or Chevy parts. The drums might be more of a challenge to find. The engine sounds great, and it's good to see the Hawk running down the road again. It brings back memories. I had an uncle who used to collect Studebakers, and he had a few Hawks of different years in his collection.
@johnmccormick1759 ай бұрын
Awesome job Jonathan runs perfect ! Thanks for sharing,love your videos..stay safe.
@neilmcrobbie70109 ай бұрын
great content by both the American and Canadian teams........thanks for saving another part of history Jonathan!
@kerrywootton24359 ай бұрын
I like very much how you have went about bringing the old girl back. you remind me of my Dad when I was growing up. Not a fortune spent but great results. Thank you for what you do Sir. Kerry
@Telephony9549 ай бұрын
What a killer ride. Quite the transformation, I'd say. And you are so right, about the sport of mechanical apparatus appreciation. sorting out how things are, and were engineered before they came up with " Built in Obsolescence" Great show Buddy. Be well.
@geneloebig11349 ай бұрын
Jonathan, you are a jewel of a mechanic, not many of your kind left. What a great man you are, you have all my respect.
@BigElCat9 ай бұрын
Use white vinegar to flush the cooling system. Get rid of the rust in the block for cheap. Luv the car, that motor sounds sweet.
@MrJamespeyton5 ай бұрын
My first car was a 1956 Silver Hawk that I bought in 1963 for $90. It was a flathead 6 cylinder 2 barrel carburetor with a stick shift, 3 on the column. It passed Pa. State inspection needing only a license plate bulb. Oil bath air cleaner, heater under the seat. Vacuum tube radio that took a couple minutes to warm up before it came on. The seat belts were lap belts only. After a few hours of washing and waxing, the car looked like new, no rust. I’m almost 80 and have owned many cars , this one was one of my favorites and I wish I still owned it.
@timhanson20809 ай бұрын
You did a fantastic job with that engine. Sounds like a good runner for sure. I will be happy when you win the big race.🏁👍🇺🇸 Thanks Jonathan.
@johnhansen45509 ай бұрын
Love your philosophy of machinery building! Scott, Ashley and Miles and rest of the COLDWARMOTORS boys are shaking in their boots when they consider your Packard power. (They LOVE to have a NC car with as little rust as yours.) Your car actually stops too... Just love the work you do!
@dddevildogg
9 ай бұрын
Scott & Myles brought in a vintage Brake Drum Lathe.Things WILL be stopping much better now.
@johnhansen4550
9 ай бұрын
@@dddevildogg, we can hope... 😄
@ironcladranchandforge72929 ай бұрын
I bet those decals gave you an extra 50hp!!👍 Great job on the engine Jonathan!!
@laserbeam0028 ай бұрын
I love to see these old cars, truck and other machines rescued. Thank you for posting.
@pnuts16499 ай бұрын
Nice work............. keep having fun with these old cars. My brother had a Golden Hawk back in the late 50's.. That thing was a rocket ship. Nice to see it still has the beans to run 75 miles an hour.
@daved70249 ай бұрын
Sweet ride! nice job on the engine 👍😊
@randomyank77779 ай бұрын
Sounds excellent , Jonathan ! I'm glad that transmission still works good . That last little bit put great big smile on my face . Nice to see you ain't losing too much horse power through that slush bucket , she still spins those tires just fine . Lol . Another job , well done ! God bless , you & yours , & thank you , for the smiles .
@antstephenson94979 ай бұрын
Decals make the car go louder not faster😀. Great video as always just a pleasure to watch. Many thanks.
@Axial_Andrew9 ай бұрын
This man wants to teach you something, every time he speaks... We have our ears on, Jonathan!!!
@JazzStrat7819 ай бұрын
Man she runs great! Best to you and yours Jonathan!
@tomeverson57829 ай бұрын
My father would be speechless. His fondest memories were of his 53 and 55 Studebaker "Lowey" coupes.
@almurray2929 ай бұрын
Right on Jonathan, Up in Canada were watching the friendly back and forth between you and Scott in Alberta Canada. Nice work Jonathan.
@jockmchaggis67979 ай бұрын
Man, it's great to see and hear that old beast roaring down the road! Team Vicky doesn't stand a chance 🤣 team stick shift, though.. its gonna be a close call Great to watch regardless 👌
@r1lark9 ай бұрын
Good job Jonathan!! Great to see another Studebaker on the road in North Carolina!
@erneststorch98449 ай бұрын
I am glad you didn't street rod this car. I hope you don't sell it to someone who will ! This was a fine looking car when it was new . It's worth someone taking the time to restore it. You did such a fine job on the engine. Good luck to you !
@russellregnier58119 ай бұрын
Great job. It's great seeing old cars get a little TLC. and put back on the road. That's awesome
@Wayne-Kj9 ай бұрын
Great job! those Hawks were definitely some of the best looking and running cars in their time. And still very cool today.
@stan5259 ай бұрын
Thank you, I am doing an old fashioned ring job no machine shop ,no might as wells, just rings and a light hone for a cross hatch and reseal the valve guides. Old school. like the content
@smarternu9 ай бұрын
YES SIR, Making America Proud no doubt. Cold War Motors, possibly the best in the great white North and they have a significant advantage from the manual, but you got something to show them for sure!
@robertshemory35419 ай бұрын
❤ all right. I am looking forward to seeing Saturday's race with cold warmotors.🇺🇲👍✌️😎
@jorgefernandez-mv8hu9 ай бұрын
Well I'm smiling ear to ear with the ride along. I agree with you about why you did what you did. If you don't have much money to work with, you can still enjoy these cars especially because they are simple to work on. I think you beat the boys up North by a country mile on this challenge. They might have gotten their cars to run, but you got yours to fly. Thanks for your episodes on these cars and whatever else you put out. I have learned a lot that I use on my cars from you. I appreciate it greatly.
@Mudsuitable9 ай бұрын
Hell I'd drive that sweet machine just the way she is, its only original ONCE!!
@OlysGarage9 ай бұрын
Man that old Stude' likes to RUN! Awesome job putting it all back together! Sure don't build them like that anymore.
@rchiribogar9 ай бұрын
I remember that Studebaker came out with this style in 1953. I though that it was the most beautiful car that I had ever seen. It was even on the cover of Time magazine!! It is still beautiful!!! So nice that you got it running!!!!
@davidthomits5449 ай бұрын
Scott from Cold War motors would be the man to do the bodywork on that carJonathan did a great job on that car engine looks fantastic and sounds great
@johncaballero80139 ай бұрын
Really hope you will do a restoration on the old girl. Not many of those ‘56 Golden Hawks out there. Lots of potential with what you have Jonathan!
@Hjerte_Verke
9 ай бұрын
He doesn't do restorations. Restorations are a rich man's game. I don't think I've seen him do one restoration on this channel. Many people have different definitions of restoration but what it really means is a but in the real world it is only original once, so a restoration means as close as you can possibly get to factory original. That means basically a Pebble Beach Concours level of restoration in my mind. He just repairs them, gets them back on the road running and driving and it's a project, perhaps a "restoration" for the next man. Why don't you buy it and restore it?
@richiet3490
9 ай бұрын
@hjerteverke2175 more importantly he rescues them so they ARE restorable
@edwardmartin30699 ай бұрын
She really sounds sweet, Jonathan... Runs and shifts as good as it ever did. You are right about about that transmission. It shifts well and is very sturdy for its day, but efficient it is not. It takes some horsepower to spin that old torque converter, and the transmission is sluggish when compared to the standard transmission. The ideal setup was the 3-speed standard with overdrive and a sure-grip rear gear. Of course it must have the hill-holder also. Studebaker may have been the one that introduced this function to the industry back in the early 1930s...
@tresfingeros9 ай бұрын
Jonathan, your spot on with just making it a driver. My dad spent 10yrs and around $45K building a 72 C-10 that he never got to drive because of cancer that eventually took him. In his will it was to be auctioned and the proceeds went to his college alda mater ...it brought $18K
@kriswright1022
9 ай бұрын
So sorry for your loss, fuc$ cancer! I'm a 4 yr survivor myself, lost me dad to it in 04! 😢 72 C 10 short bet 4x4 is my all time favorite Chevy pu! 👍
@aleblanc35479 ай бұрын
Gotta love those old motors. I have no way of knowing but I’ll bet dollars to doughnuts the guys that built those engines back then are at least 10 times prouder than guys who build the awesome sewing machines they put in today’s cars and trucks. Thanks JW.
@dougscott81619 ай бұрын
That Studebaker looks and sounds awesome, Jonathan, don't let any body try to tell you differently. Another project completed sucessfully. God Bless and stay safe.
@countswing2849 ай бұрын
Great job!! The Canucks don't stand a chance! 😉👍🏎🏁🏁
@duncanfrere26569 ай бұрын
Touch the key: "BOOM!" She's a runner! That transmission... who'd have thought it would run and shift so good. 2nd best sounding engine since the Cadillac flathead!
@Grant-ut4npАй бұрын
My God, that Packard sounds sweet! This has been a fun refurb to watch. Thanks Jonathan!
@Rebar77_real9 ай бұрын
Makes all the right noises. Who could complain? Great job.
@jimhickey22769 ай бұрын
Great job! I remember everyone doing rebuilds 'in cars'. Nobody had an engine hoist at home, you rented one, or used a chain hoist. The average guy had a small work area, his driveway or a 1 car garage and you did it in car and it worked out just fine.
@terrylandburg60389 ай бұрын
Great car. I truly enjoy the work you do. I am building a 63 Hawk on a budget. I enjoy the work and will have a nice car when I am done. It is fun to look at those $100,000 + cars but most of us can't pay the bill. Thank you for your videos they are an encouragement for we people out here in the real world. Thanks
@awkwarddude9 ай бұрын
Love it, Jonathan! Another successful rescue of an amazing classic Studebaker. Beautiful sounding engine and really, a nice looking car in spite of the age of the paint and surface rust. That's a very solid project for someone with patience and a few resources to take it on.
@darrenvictoriathornhill11709 ай бұрын
I take my hat off sir. That’s a gem. 👍🏻👍🏻 cheers from Australia.
@christinamoneyhan56889 ай бұрын
Johnathan, that car ride had me smiling all the way.👍👍👍🇺🇸✌🏻😎
@markmclellon85169 ай бұрын
Coldwar Motors is toast!
@derbymankg9 ай бұрын
Amazing just Amazing bringing life back to this!!!
@louiskogok89409 ай бұрын
Nice video Jonathan She is a runner! Not sure if I have ever commented before, but I have seen about every one of your videos over the years. Proud to be one of your subscribers who can't wait for the next video to come out. Thank you for what you do.
@handyandy6488
9 ай бұрын
Me too!!
@dennisbailey42969 ай бұрын
Yup your right it isn't worth rebuilding those wheel cylinders when the pistons are that corroded. The cups in them can take a bit of corrosion but not the pistons. Great just getting it working again!! All the best from Canada
@jimchevy41349 ай бұрын
Nice work enjoy your Studebaker thanks for sharing your videos
@normanwires97869 ай бұрын
You are right most people don't have a load of money to put in a car or truck to have fun
@novanut19649 ай бұрын
no speed limit laws were broken in the making of this video, great video
@mikewinkelman70159 ай бұрын
My father would say use what you got Don't spend anymore than you need to .He was a tractor mechanic 35 years.
@stevem34139 ай бұрын
Let me first say that I really enjoy your work and learning from you. It is amazing that you can get these treasures on the road again. I hope that you can show more of the machine work and different parts being rebuilt/repaired. Some day I would like to come to meet you and shake your hand. Thank you sir for sharing your talents
@stephenrangel6219 ай бұрын
You are definitly out of the box and I like it !!!
@PapiDoesIt9 ай бұрын
That's how easy my old slant six started in my D100. No fuel injection, no computer, just a simple carburetor.
@stevemilo69352 ай бұрын
Channel like this are what youtube was originally all about. That V8 sounds like it has plenty of life in it but it doesnt seem to pull as hard as the sound it makes suggests it should.
@stevemilo6935
2 ай бұрын
Oh wait. I think I was wrong. 75mph seems slower in the video. I stand corrected, that engine pulls pretty damn good.
@billmoran38129 ай бұрын
Jonathon, you fix up old cars like we did back in the day. Do what you have to to make it run. Nice job on the Golden Hawk! As for the in frame rebuild, that’s how it was done back then. Pulling the heads, re grinding valves, dropping the pan and putting in new rings and bearings wasn’t unusual. It’s what you did to fix up an old car. Today’s cars aren’t made for repairs like that. I’m with you about carburetors. No big deal. 99.9% of the problems are just dirt. Take it apart, clean everything and put it together. It should run just fine. Ultrasonic cleaners have made that a whole lot easier though. It’s great to see these old cars get another life. Sell them to some rich guy who likes to do paint and body work and he’ll have a treasure.
@mikerosolack28379 ай бұрын
Johnathan who cares about what others think or comment, YOUR CAR YOUR WAY, people who have SUGGESTIONS never worked on cars or have NO idea the cost involved,GREAT WORK KEEP DOING YOUR WAY.
@dwebster509 ай бұрын
Exactly, That’s how the Hawke sounded, on our streets . Such a cool car .. love this video. You got so much more in the USA . You show these machines like no others . Great project Jonathan 😊🇨🇦😊🇨🇦
@larrytucker29389 ай бұрын
Man, that Stude sounds great. You do good work and since most of the vehicles I've owned were a project, I appreciate your approach. This video must have the Cold War gang crying in their beers😂
@larrykittell7269 ай бұрын
Another great job, Jonathan! You've saved another one from the crusher and given it a fighting chance at survival.
@JrGoonior9 ай бұрын
You’re exactly right about the start of a cold engine. Once to the floor to set the choke and it should start right up. I cringe when I see guys on videos pump the hell out of the carb, that’s a sure way of flooding it. I get that some don’t have choke, but most are factory stock and have a working choke.
@rustyrods85359 ай бұрын
Awesome job and I think team Studebaker and ford flathead are in a bit of trouble on this race ….all in fun 👍👍
@royhaught95169 ай бұрын
That Hawk runs really well, god job on putting it back on the road where it belongs.
@davidhucks92169 ай бұрын
Also be nice to see body, paint, and interior finished out -- nut either way - great old car.
@genephilips8229 ай бұрын
Beautiful job...that certainly is the way an engine should start cold..great job Jonathan..just fantastic
@billyhord45089 ай бұрын
Congratulations on putting the old girl back on the road. Bet it would look right at home the fellows at CWM.
@steptowdaughters26339 ай бұрын
Good one Jonno,but you didn't edit the vid at the end aswell as you thought.(launching)I could still see this 😁 and im in Tasmania. Your a no bull,down to earth bloke as you can get.thanks for sharing your knowlege on all thingsJonathan.its enjoyable to watch. Cheers.Rusty.
@kevinblevins26129 ай бұрын
It drives me crazy when people comment that you are doing things wrong Truth be known - most know it alls would struggle to assemble a model car kit! Nothing wrong with used parts and shade tree methods. My dad taught me similar methods to yours through out his life just keep a ride to work going. Sure do miss him!!
@davidlj539 ай бұрын
You are so right, ya don’t have to spend a fortune to have a good car and have something you enjoy. That engine sounds sweeet!
@ImTHATguy...9 ай бұрын
Good work Johnathan! It always amazes me how bothered some people can get when you try to save time or money on a project, even if it's just as reliable as spending 5x the money. You show people they don't need to be Bill Gates to get a project on the road. I quit getting Hot Rod magazine because they're building all these 1,000+ hp cars with Art Morrison chassis and crap (they're cool, don't get me wrong) but where'd all their relatable content go for shade tree mechanics?
@billywird
9 ай бұрын
Yes, sir and I would rather drive that Studebaker than one of those 1,000 hp jobs with the Art Morrison chassis just so they can do burn outs. Even with the open exhaust there is nothing sweeter than one of those old engines singing right along when you hit that sweet spot on the highway. I would of course like to hear that vehicle with a set of stock duals though.
@russmeigs11009 ай бұрын
Nice ride. Thanks for taking us along for the shakedown cruise.
@1909torino9 ай бұрын
That car deserves a restoration!
@ricardojano37169 ай бұрын
1956 Golden Hawk the Best looking styled Golden Hawk One of a kind fins & trim - Choice of color makes it even better
@andrewholmes83379 ай бұрын
It's been a pleasure watching you work
@jamesbergeron83569 ай бұрын
Great to see the old girl back under its own power.
@jeroensmit25209 ай бұрын
Now beat CWM, first prize: Scott will come south to take care of the body work
@jasonmcdonaldhandmade79009 ай бұрын
You remind me of my dad. He can take a 36, bailing wire and a hammer and make anything run. He had a well plugging business and He used to sell oil well engines that most were set up for 15-20 years.
@JohnKaiser-lz2gl9 ай бұрын
Beautiful Jonathan, great job! I hope you'll show an episode when its prettied up a bit more & showing its Studebaker glory! Thanks for a great episode!
@JustMe-in5jn9 ай бұрын
Cold War Motors will appreciate the last 10 seconds.
@SteamCrane9 ай бұрын
This makes me so happy! I learned to drive in a 1955 Packard Clipper.
@seanbatiz66209 ай бұрын
Gives me more hope/inspiration of getting my 1955 322 Nailhead un-seized, back to being a “decent” runner, at minimal cost! After all, this ‘55 Buick Super with seized engine, is the one i have that IS still all together.. it was originally to only be my parts donor vehicle, towards my other ‘55 Buick Super, which has an exceptionally limited amount of bad rust or, cancer of any kind. The other one with seized engine on the other-hand, hardly has a single body part WITHOUT severe rust &/or cancer, but is complete. Figure i’d be best to attempt fixing its engine up & just use the dang car for local cruises & shows, until the day comes when stars align right for me to continue the original restoration project of non-cancer Buick… THAT one WILL cost me some heavy pocket change to finish. I totally agree with your approach on this Stoody, as for just getting her going to use, for now! 👍🏼👍🏼
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Jonathan, I stand in awe of what you have done to make this old bird fly once again.
@nicksnarski5973
9 ай бұрын
4gc carburetors are very good, Trying to find good floats are another issue.
@jimbahneman6553
9 ай бұрын
@@nicksnarski5973 those were copper fix um with solder...
Now you just have to drive it to Alberta for the V8 showdown ;)
Gorgeous looking engine. The decals do the trick. A real tribute to the quality of manufacturing from both Packard and Studebaker. Packard powered the P51 Mustang and PT boats. Studebaker trucks carried the supplies to the troops in all theaters. Supposedly, the lend lease trucks created a generic term for a truck in Russia like jello and coke, the studebaker. Great finish too. "Pastor, I hear the thunder of the lord." "No, child, that's only Jonathan W. and his Studebaker."
Lots of people don’t understand how to do the mechanical specs and know exactly how they function. You’re right that there’s not many real mechanic’s left. Most are part changers. Thanks Jonathan!
@jimbahneman6553
9 ай бұрын
That's the difference in repairman or replacers u noticed he said saline the brakes not replace how many even know how to do that in a dealership now much last have the equipment to do it things were repaired in the past waterpumps fuelpumps oilpumps carberators etc
Not only does this Hawk sound good, but the doors stay closed when cornering! Plus, the stickers make it quicker. Another great job, sir!
@Chr.U.Cas2216
9 ай бұрын
👍👌👏 😁😁😁 Yeah, a sticker makes it quicker! So do holes in brackets, steering wheels etc.p.p.. Best regards, luck and health in particular.
Im amazed how good it shifts and how well it drives. I like your life attitude sometimes you don't need fancy stuff to make things work. I would call this project a total success.
@jimbahneman6553
9 ай бұрын
Things were built to work and last back then not so they could repair them for the money like now quaity
Sweet ride! These Hawks are so dang unique, so original, and so beautiful! Really, there's nothing else like 'em.
Hi Jonathan! Well, that is just a treat... Even the old slushbox shifts really well! (The judges will hear about those "go faster" decals, though, haha!) See you out on the track, buddy! All the very best as always from me and Frankers and the fellas...
I just bought a 56 Packard patrician With the 374…. Used to be a show car.. won second at a show in 82 and was at the 86 centennial show in Houston…… Car has been off the road at least 20 years….. when I got it it had bent pushrods/missing pushrods… and rocker assembly was off… I spun it over by hand… put 3 new used pushrods in it rebuilt the carb and it ran…. Runs great. So far all the lights work Radio works Interior is sun damaged but it’s all there. The car is mechanically pretty good it cost me maybe $200 to get it drivable. All it really needs is a repaint and new carpet and seat fabric….. so far including the purchase of the car ($2500) I have maybe 2800 total into it…… got a perfectly good car as is Or a great candidate for a restoration…. It doesn’t take much money wise to get something to have fun with.
Well , well ! It appears the old girl still has a dance or two in the old legs yet ! Wonderful to see her come alive again and hear the music of the old Packard V8 !
I think the coldwar motors boys are shaking in their boots Jonathan, what a great revival !!
I like what you’re trying to show people. You can get anything to be running and driving, don’t have to spend a ton of money. It is an awesome cruiser for cruise night !
A friend of mine dropped rocks into his dad's Studebaker's gas tank because he thought it would make it go faster (he was 5 or 6). This wasn't a classic, but a survivor still in service in India in the early 1970's. The rocks were discovered when the person they sold it to changed it over to a diesel engine. (They shared this story with me when I drove my antique over to his dad's house).
Boy that motor runs so nice:) Good points about getting the “mechanical” stuff right. I remember working at a parts store as a teen and going through the books to find rings to fit oddball engines. I also enjoyed rebuilding carbs, alternators and starters at the counter for folks who didn’t have enough cash for a new one.
I would much rather rebuild a carburetor than mess with fuel injection. It's amazing how much the wheel cylinders and brake shoes look the same as what's on my Chevrolet truck. I imagine that a lot of those parts are interchangeable with Ford or Chevy parts. The drums might be more of a challenge to find. The engine sounds great, and it's good to see the Hawk running down the road again. It brings back memories. I had an uncle who used to collect Studebakers, and he had a few Hawks of different years in his collection.
Awesome job Jonathan runs perfect ! Thanks for sharing,love your videos..stay safe.
great content by both the American and Canadian teams........thanks for saving another part of history Jonathan!
I like very much how you have went about bringing the old girl back. you remind me of my Dad when I was growing up. Not a fortune spent but great results. Thank you for what you do Sir. Kerry
What a killer ride. Quite the transformation, I'd say. And you are so right, about the sport of mechanical apparatus appreciation. sorting out how things are, and were engineered before they came up with " Built in Obsolescence" Great show Buddy. Be well.
Jonathan, you are a jewel of a mechanic, not many of your kind left. What a great man you are, you have all my respect.
Use white vinegar to flush the cooling system. Get rid of the rust in the block for cheap. Luv the car, that motor sounds sweet.
My first car was a 1956 Silver Hawk that I bought in 1963 for $90. It was a flathead 6 cylinder 2 barrel carburetor with a stick shift, 3 on the column. It passed Pa. State inspection needing only a license plate bulb. Oil bath air cleaner, heater under the seat. Vacuum tube radio that took a couple minutes to warm up before it came on. The seat belts were lap belts only. After a few hours of washing and waxing, the car looked like new, no rust. I’m almost 80 and have owned many cars , this one was one of my favorites and I wish I still owned it.
You did a fantastic job with that engine. Sounds like a good runner for sure. I will be happy when you win the big race.🏁👍🇺🇸 Thanks Jonathan.
Love your philosophy of machinery building! Scott, Ashley and Miles and rest of the COLDWARMOTORS boys are shaking in their boots when they consider your Packard power. (They LOVE to have a NC car with as little rust as yours.) Your car actually stops too... Just love the work you do!
@dddevildogg
9 ай бұрын
Scott & Myles brought in a vintage Brake Drum Lathe.Things WILL be stopping much better now.
@johnhansen4550
9 ай бұрын
@@dddevildogg, we can hope... 😄
I bet those decals gave you an extra 50hp!!👍 Great job on the engine Jonathan!!
I love to see these old cars, truck and other machines rescued. Thank you for posting.
Nice work............. keep having fun with these old cars. My brother had a Golden Hawk back in the late 50's.. That thing was a rocket ship. Nice to see it still has the beans to run 75 miles an hour.
Sweet ride! nice job on the engine 👍😊
Sounds excellent , Jonathan ! I'm glad that transmission still works good . That last little bit put great big smile on my face . Nice to see you ain't losing too much horse power through that slush bucket , she still spins those tires just fine . Lol . Another job , well done ! God bless , you & yours , & thank you , for the smiles .
Decals make the car go louder not faster😀. Great video as always just a pleasure to watch. Many thanks.
This man wants to teach you something, every time he speaks... We have our ears on, Jonathan!!!
Man she runs great! Best to you and yours Jonathan!
My father would be speechless. His fondest memories were of his 53 and 55 Studebaker "Lowey" coupes.
Right on Jonathan, Up in Canada were watching the friendly back and forth between you and Scott in Alberta Canada. Nice work Jonathan.
Man, it's great to see and hear that old beast roaring down the road! Team Vicky doesn't stand a chance 🤣 team stick shift, though.. its gonna be a close call Great to watch regardless 👌
Good job Jonathan!! Great to see another Studebaker on the road in North Carolina!
I am glad you didn't street rod this car. I hope you don't sell it to someone who will ! This was a fine looking car when it was new . It's worth someone taking the time to restore it. You did such a fine job on the engine. Good luck to you !
Great job. It's great seeing old cars get a little TLC. and put back on the road. That's awesome
Great job! those Hawks were definitely some of the best looking and running cars in their time. And still very cool today.
Thank you, I am doing an old fashioned ring job no machine shop ,no might as wells, just rings and a light hone for a cross hatch and reseal the valve guides. Old school. like the content
YES SIR, Making America Proud no doubt. Cold War Motors, possibly the best in the great white North and they have a significant advantage from the manual, but you got something to show them for sure!
❤ all right. I am looking forward to seeing Saturday's race with cold warmotors.🇺🇲👍✌️😎
Well I'm smiling ear to ear with the ride along. I agree with you about why you did what you did. If you don't have much money to work with, you can still enjoy these cars especially because they are simple to work on. I think you beat the boys up North by a country mile on this challenge. They might have gotten their cars to run, but you got yours to fly. Thanks for your episodes on these cars and whatever else you put out. I have learned a lot that I use on my cars from you. I appreciate it greatly.
Hell I'd drive that sweet machine just the way she is, its only original ONCE!!
Man that old Stude' likes to RUN! Awesome job putting it all back together! Sure don't build them like that anymore.
I remember that Studebaker came out with this style in 1953. I though that it was the most beautiful car that I had ever seen. It was even on the cover of Time magazine!! It is still beautiful!!! So nice that you got it running!!!!
Scott from Cold War motors would be the man to do the bodywork on that carJonathan did a great job on that car engine looks fantastic and sounds great
Really hope you will do a restoration on the old girl. Not many of those ‘56 Golden Hawks out there. Lots of potential with what you have Jonathan!
@Hjerte_Verke
9 ай бұрын
He doesn't do restorations. Restorations are a rich man's game. I don't think I've seen him do one restoration on this channel. Many people have different definitions of restoration but what it really means is a but in the real world it is only original once, so a restoration means as close as you can possibly get to factory original. That means basically a Pebble Beach Concours level of restoration in my mind. He just repairs them, gets them back on the road running and driving and it's a project, perhaps a "restoration" for the next man. Why don't you buy it and restore it?
@richiet3490
9 ай бұрын
@hjerteverke2175 more importantly he rescues them so they ARE restorable
She really sounds sweet, Jonathan... Runs and shifts as good as it ever did. You are right about about that transmission. It shifts well and is very sturdy for its day, but efficient it is not. It takes some horsepower to spin that old torque converter, and the transmission is sluggish when compared to the standard transmission. The ideal setup was the 3-speed standard with overdrive and a sure-grip rear gear. Of course it must have the hill-holder also. Studebaker may have been the one that introduced this function to the industry back in the early 1930s...
Jonathan, your spot on with just making it a driver. My dad spent 10yrs and around $45K building a 72 C-10 that he never got to drive because of cancer that eventually took him. In his will it was to be auctioned and the proceeds went to his college alda mater ...it brought $18K
@kriswright1022
9 ай бұрын
So sorry for your loss, fuc$ cancer! I'm a 4 yr survivor myself, lost me dad to it in 04! 😢 72 C 10 short bet 4x4 is my all time favorite Chevy pu! 👍
Gotta love those old motors. I have no way of knowing but I’ll bet dollars to doughnuts the guys that built those engines back then are at least 10 times prouder than guys who build the awesome sewing machines they put in today’s cars and trucks. Thanks JW.
That Studebaker looks and sounds awesome, Jonathan, don't let any body try to tell you differently. Another project completed sucessfully. God Bless and stay safe.
Great job!! The Canucks don't stand a chance! 😉👍🏎🏁🏁
Touch the key: "BOOM!" She's a runner! That transmission... who'd have thought it would run and shift so good. 2nd best sounding engine since the Cadillac flathead!
My God, that Packard sounds sweet! This has been a fun refurb to watch. Thanks Jonathan!
Makes all the right noises. Who could complain? Great job.
Great job! I remember everyone doing rebuilds 'in cars'. Nobody had an engine hoist at home, you rented one, or used a chain hoist. The average guy had a small work area, his driveway or a 1 car garage and you did it in car and it worked out just fine.
Great car. I truly enjoy the work you do. I am building a 63 Hawk on a budget. I enjoy the work and will have a nice car when I am done. It is fun to look at those $100,000 + cars but most of us can't pay the bill. Thank you for your videos they are an encouragement for we people out here in the real world. Thanks
Love it, Jonathan! Another successful rescue of an amazing classic Studebaker. Beautiful sounding engine and really, a nice looking car in spite of the age of the paint and surface rust. That's a very solid project for someone with patience and a few resources to take it on.
I take my hat off sir. That’s a gem. 👍🏻👍🏻 cheers from Australia.
Johnathan, that car ride had me smiling all the way.👍👍👍🇺🇸✌🏻😎
Coldwar Motors is toast!
Amazing just Amazing bringing life back to this!!!
Nice video Jonathan She is a runner! Not sure if I have ever commented before, but I have seen about every one of your videos over the years. Proud to be one of your subscribers who can't wait for the next video to come out. Thank you for what you do.
@handyandy6488
9 ай бұрын
Me too!!
Yup your right it isn't worth rebuilding those wheel cylinders when the pistons are that corroded. The cups in them can take a bit of corrosion but not the pistons. Great just getting it working again!! All the best from Canada
Nice work enjoy your Studebaker thanks for sharing your videos
You are right most people don't have a load of money to put in a car or truck to have fun
no speed limit laws were broken in the making of this video, great video
My father would say use what you got Don't spend anymore than you need to .He was a tractor mechanic 35 years.
Let me first say that I really enjoy your work and learning from you. It is amazing that you can get these treasures on the road again. I hope that you can show more of the machine work and different parts being rebuilt/repaired. Some day I would like to come to meet you and shake your hand. Thank you sir for sharing your talents
You are definitly out of the box and I like it !!!
That's how easy my old slant six started in my D100. No fuel injection, no computer, just a simple carburetor.
Channel like this are what youtube was originally all about. That V8 sounds like it has plenty of life in it but it doesnt seem to pull as hard as the sound it makes suggests it should.
@stevemilo6935
2 ай бұрын
Oh wait. I think I was wrong. 75mph seems slower in the video. I stand corrected, that engine pulls pretty damn good.
Jonathon, you fix up old cars like we did back in the day. Do what you have to to make it run. Nice job on the Golden Hawk! As for the in frame rebuild, that’s how it was done back then. Pulling the heads, re grinding valves, dropping the pan and putting in new rings and bearings wasn’t unusual. It’s what you did to fix up an old car. Today’s cars aren’t made for repairs like that. I’m with you about carburetors. No big deal. 99.9% of the problems are just dirt. Take it apart, clean everything and put it together. It should run just fine. Ultrasonic cleaners have made that a whole lot easier though. It’s great to see these old cars get another life. Sell them to some rich guy who likes to do paint and body work and he’ll have a treasure.
Johnathan who cares about what others think or comment, YOUR CAR YOUR WAY, people who have SUGGESTIONS never worked on cars or have NO idea the cost involved,GREAT WORK KEEP DOING YOUR WAY.
Exactly, That’s how the Hawke sounded, on our streets . Such a cool car .. love this video. You got so much more in the USA . You show these machines like no others . Great project Jonathan 😊🇨🇦😊🇨🇦
Man, that Stude sounds great. You do good work and since most of the vehicles I've owned were a project, I appreciate your approach. This video must have the Cold War gang crying in their beers😂
Another great job, Jonathan! You've saved another one from the crusher and given it a fighting chance at survival.
You’re exactly right about the start of a cold engine. Once to the floor to set the choke and it should start right up. I cringe when I see guys on videos pump the hell out of the carb, that’s a sure way of flooding it. I get that some don’t have choke, but most are factory stock and have a working choke.
Awesome job and I think team Studebaker and ford flathead are in a bit of trouble on this race ….all in fun 👍👍
That Hawk runs really well, god job on putting it back on the road where it belongs.
Also be nice to see body, paint, and interior finished out -- nut either way - great old car.
Beautiful job...that certainly is the way an engine should start cold..great job Jonathan..just fantastic
Congratulations on putting the old girl back on the road. Bet it would look right at home the fellows at CWM.
Good one Jonno,but you didn't edit the vid at the end aswell as you thought.(launching)I could still see this 😁 and im in Tasmania. Your a no bull,down to earth bloke as you can get.thanks for sharing your knowlege on all thingsJonathan.its enjoyable to watch. Cheers.Rusty.
It drives me crazy when people comment that you are doing things wrong Truth be known - most know it alls would struggle to assemble a model car kit! Nothing wrong with used parts and shade tree methods. My dad taught me similar methods to yours through out his life just keep a ride to work going. Sure do miss him!!
You are so right, ya don’t have to spend a fortune to have a good car and have something you enjoy. That engine sounds sweeet!
Good work Johnathan! It always amazes me how bothered some people can get when you try to save time or money on a project, even if it's just as reliable as spending 5x the money. You show people they don't need to be Bill Gates to get a project on the road. I quit getting Hot Rod magazine because they're building all these 1,000+ hp cars with Art Morrison chassis and crap (they're cool, don't get me wrong) but where'd all their relatable content go for shade tree mechanics?
@billywird
9 ай бұрын
Yes, sir and I would rather drive that Studebaker than one of those 1,000 hp jobs with the Art Morrison chassis just so they can do burn outs. Even with the open exhaust there is nothing sweeter than one of those old engines singing right along when you hit that sweet spot on the highway. I would of course like to hear that vehicle with a set of stock duals though.
Nice ride. Thanks for taking us along for the shakedown cruise.
That car deserves a restoration!
1956 Golden Hawk the Best looking styled Golden Hawk One of a kind fins & trim - Choice of color makes it even better
It's been a pleasure watching you work
Great to see the old girl back under its own power.
Now beat CWM, first prize: Scott will come south to take care of the body work
You remind me of my dad. He can take a 36, bailing wire and a hammer and make anything run. He had a well plugging business and He used to sell oil well engines that most were set up for 15-20 years.
Beautiful Jonathan, great job! I hope you'll show an episode when its prettied up a bit more & showing its Studebaker glory! Thanks for a great episode!
Cold War Motors will appreciate the last 10 seconds.
This makes me so happy! I learned to drive in a 1955 Packard Clipper.
Gives me more hope/inspiration of getting my 1955 322 Nailhead un-seized, back to being a “decent” runner, at minimal cost! After all, this ‘55 Buick Super with seized engine, is the one i have that IS still all together.. it was originally to only be my parts donor vehicle, towards my other ‘55 Buick Super, which has an exceptionally limited amount of bad rust or, cancer of any kind. The other one with seized engine on the other-hand, hardly has a single body part WITHOUT severe rust &/or cancer, but is complete. Figure i’d be best to attempt fixing its engine up & just use the dang car for local cruises & shows, until the day comes when stars align right for me to continue the original restoration project of non-cancer Buick… THAT one WILL cost me some heavy pocket change to finish. I totally agree with your approach on this Stoody, as for just getting her going to use, for now! 👍🏼👍🏼
You can make anything and everything go 😁😁👍👍👍👍