I live a mile from this barn. A friend of mine owned this car back in the early 90s. I was in highschool then and owned an 84 Trans am with the HO 305, 460 holly, 411s. We use to race a quarter mile we had marked out on a country road outside of town. There was about 8 or so of us who would meet and cruise up town and eventually we knew where we would end up lol. Love seeing this. My Trans am was with me till about 3 years ago.

@eo691

Жыл бұрын

Where was this? I see it's in Wayne County

@YouAreAnIdiot109

11 ай бұрын

And I’m the president of the United States

@bobbywilliams1823

10 ай бұрын

Had an 85 TA. The good ole days when a 15 second car was quick.

@j_rainsgoat3929

10 ай бұрын

Ohio

@jamesmcginnis9046

10 ай бұрын

Sure ok bud 😂

I know these videos are difficult for you to produce but I think I speak for all your fans when I say thank you for your hard work and sense of humor. 👍😂

This episode made me both happy and sad. My son Tony was born 1989. He was always a motorhead from the time he could get ahold of tools. Grandpa let him work on mowers, lawntractors, and pretty much anything else with a motor since he was 4 or 5 years old. By the time Tony was a teenager, he was repairing and "speedifying" motors of all kinds for people all over our neighborhood and beyond. Tony's first car was a Geo Metro that I picked up for him cheap. It lasted thru part of a summer of crazy fun with him and his friends; (the stories I heard after he was grown made me happy that I was blissfully unaware when he had the car.) Then I got him a 1978 Chevy K-10 pick-up. HE LOVED THIS TRUCK! But I made him sell it after someone turned in front of him in (of all things) a Geo and he literally drove over it and bent the frame on the pickup. This mom didn't have the same sense of value for vehicles that he did so I forced him to sell but I matched him $ for $. He took that money and Tony's first car that he sought out and bought for himself as a teenager was a 1989 Camaro that was almost like the car in this episode. It was his baby for years. He believed the Camaro was made for him and I believe he loved this car more than the K-10 simply because the mfr date of the Camaro was April 1989; Tony's birthday is 4/7/1989. Tony graduated high school and then went to a local college and obtained an automotive technician associates degree. He then became a licensed master mechanic. When he got all of his is mechanic certifications, I transferred title of his grandpa's 2001 Pontiac Bonneville with 25,025 miles. Grandpa had passed away in 2003 and I held onto it for Tony. The Bonneville became his daily driver and he put his Camaro into a storage unit along with a brand new motor in a crate. He intended to do a ground up, bumper to bumper restoration on his Camaro when he got time. Tony also raced at local track for a couple of years 2017-2018 and drove a Dodge Challenger that he painted orange like the General Lee. Around 2019 Tony's life went sideways and he never could get it back under control. He lost the storage unit and his prized Camaro for non-payment around 2019. I lost Tony in 2022. He is my only child. My life is so danged empty without him. VGG episodes helps bring back a little bit of Tony. Your enthusiasm for getting a vehicle running reminds me so much of Tony. I enjoy watching VGG episodes, even at times thru tears. I wish my son were still around and doing what you are doing today. I know he would be one of your biggest fans. Keep wrenching and enjoying life. Keep the videos coming. Thank you VGG!

@cynthiacheek9887

2 ай бұрын

Sry for your loss❤

@nickbaroneguitar

2 ай бұрын

God bless you ❤

@johngault7329

2 ай бұрын

I couldn't imagine what you are going through. So sorry for your loss..

@user-tx7lu3jx4k

Ай бұрын

Sorry for your loss. ♥♥

@TheBagman1977

Ай бұрын

Sorry for your loss

I love Derek's, 'Don't give a damn what you throw at me, I will get yer movin'' attitude. No fancy builds, no fancy tricks, just a straightforward guy bringing great motors back to life, and savin' all that quality and style from the scrapper. Respect.

Would love to see at least a partial resto on this one. Maybe some decent rubber, a quick paint buff, or even a full Craig's list respray. And definetly a full cleanup and renovation on the interior so you can take Jessica to town in it.

@600wheel

2 жыл бұрын

That’s about all it’s good for Chevy put the small motor with the stick shift thanks Chevy

@GT380man

2 жыл бұрын

Just pressure wash it from engine bay to trunk lid, de-rodent the innards & just enjoy it. Retro steering wheel would improve the peeper show when scooting around. This car seems well made. Everyone was bitching about quality back then. Would a 1988 Honda be any better? Less fun, that’s for sure. Ok, it’d return 30mpg+ but not be enjoyable.

@kender1412

2 жыл бұрын

​@@GT380man -- If it's a Civic hatch, it can be tons of fun for pretty cheap. Hondas are great if you know what to look for and what to do with them.

@orchids3332

2 жыл бұрын

Easier said than done

@loganthompson5961

2 жыл бұрын

@@600wheel better a 305 than the 267 I got in my ‘80 El Camino 😂

I did not expect this today. So happy I subscribed to this channel, this is exactly what this woman needed on this lonely Friday evening. My husband passed away 2006 but he had a '84 Camaro and we had great times with that fast ride. thank you for reminding me of happy moments once upon a time! Bring the thunder....

@kellyblack4897

2 жыл бұрын

I understand. Way out in the woods

@jasminematix4094

2 жыл бұрын

@@kellyblack4897 Thank you for your comment you know what I only got to cruise the Camaro once wait a minute it goes fast or it went fast good times

@123andme

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for your loss.

@jasminematix4094

2 жыл бұрын

@@123andme Thank you I hope you have a great evening and I had a run errand so I missed most of the wife the video I'll check it out after

@MichaelD429

2 жыл бұрын

Great to see some fellets on here .. sorry for your loss

Derek is a great story teller. I can see him doing a history channel show about the old west.

I have been addicted to these barn find videos just can't stop watching them

It’s really cool to throw on VGG like it’s a movie. 2 hours long feels like you’re really trying to give us everything that goes along with revivals, especially since the majority of KZread videos are shorter now. And the quality gets better and better too with every upload. It’s crazy to to see how far this channel has come. Only channel I’ve ever been a member of and the only merchandise I’ve ever absolutely needed. 🤘🤘

@jemarionrushing5897

2 жыл бұрын

Ed we’d

@Tenkaichibudokai22

2 жыл бұрын

This is exactly the type of movie that America needs 🦅

@troyboyd7984

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree with the movie sentiment.

@Myrlin187

2 жыл бұрын

I'd throw some A/C in it that's just me and then really fix that bad boy up and drive the snot out of it. I would like to see you fix it up right. Liking the longer format vids.

@ViceGripGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joseph

This guy has got to be the Bob Ross of mechanics. Love it!

@Therian_Lola_4.3

9 ай бұрын

With fluffy little Camaros?

@VintageGearMan

9 ай бұрын

@@Therian_Lola_4.3 now that's funny!

@ProudDadVet

9 ай бұрын

💯

@remb9614

9 ай бұрын

Yes seriously! I fall asleep and then have to catch up later on what I missed.

@ducksoff7236

9 ай бұрын

THAT SO FUNNY!!!! HAHAHAHAH!!!!! YOU ARE SO HILARIOUS!!! I'LL BET!!! YOU KNOW WHAT!? I'LL BET YOU ARE THE!!!! AAAAAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!! I'LL BET YOU ARE THE BOB ROSS OF KZread COMMENTS!!!! AAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!

Derek always makes me feel like I’m standing right there next to him, cold snack in hand and all.

@jonathanfreedom1st

7 ай бұрын

Holding your digical bleep bloop and a Big gulp and pickle? 😆

These are brilliant. Derek is clearly a seriously intelligent guy. Love his wit, his warmth and his patience.

@PizzaMan-ItsaRomethingeveryday

Ай бұрын

He's a tremendous person and a Great family man as well, always my first choice here on KZread

I love how Derek legitimately got startled by the start up. Absolutely did not expect that as did I 😆

@wm12ga

2 жыл бұрын

Then that spray can in the back seat when he gave it the beans on the first drive out. Haha that was 👍

@Natesworld92

2 жыл бұрын

Ya he scared me I jumped a little 'Just a tickle

the look on your face when the engine fired on the first crank... PRICELESS. you got a jewel there...spit shine, polish and buff it till it glows. and keep the rims...think they are a limited edition.

@aaronrichards5814

2 жыл бұрын

Thats def one you fix on some. Its worth it

@MSW-uf5zu

2 жыл бұрын

To be honest those rims were nothing special. basic American Racing Hammer rims that were on everything in the 90's.

@jason9121

2 жыл бұрын

@@MSW-uf5zu Dead on with the rims, i had the sdame ones on my s-10 blazer. not missing the center caps.

Watched several of your rescues and find your colorful and descriptive language as entertaining as the repair process. I am intrigued by your ability to resolve so many different issues with just a few basic tools and some shade-tree mechinecking. Thanks!

@djsnaps12

7 ай бұрын

Well this is how old cars are. All this new stuff needs computers and a bunch of specialty tools. But i do agree with you he is amazing at diagnosis on these old vehicles.

Watching this a year after the filming, I hope that you kept this one. You got your Z28 back! I've always loved this body style of Camaro. I couldn't help but notice the smile that came over your face, when you first started to drive it away from that old barn. Totally delighted for you brother! Wish you and the family all the best.

Thanks! My father had a rig just like this one, only red that he bought new in 1989. I was a Sophomore in high school and I don’t think I ever felt more cool than the couple time he let me drive to school. He had been sick for a while and passed away while I sat with him watching this Friday night. While he wasn’t with it enough to follow your show, you made me smile many times on a night where that didn’t seem possible.

@roygoss7556

2 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry for your loss, Mark.

@johnhirtle4300

2 жыл бұрын

Condolences, friend 🙏

@jeschreindl

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that :(

@TheReaper42069

2 жыл бұрын

My condolences

@JP-vs1ys

2 жыл бұрын

wow mark that is tough. i'm glad you were with him, i'm sure it makes a difference. rip

In the time I've been watching VGG videos I can't ever recall on a "Will it RUN" video where Derek was passing numerous vehicles on the highway.

@jeffreyevens2033

2 жыл бұрын

Yes he passed alot, couldn't pass the Greyhound Bus

@Mo-Town_Auto_Icons

2 жыл бұрын

I thought the same...Hell Ive seen him gettin pass'd by rigs like hes draggin a boat anchor

@PeaceOfficer1000

2 жыл бұрын

Same.

@garyvisser8987

2 жыл бұрын

I know it was weird seeing him passing vehicles for once!!!

Been watching since 1st video. I click when I'm depressed. Works Everytime. Thank you Derek.

Ya know guy, this has to be one of THE best channels on KZread...I just love it...I have yet to be disappointed by an episode...God bless you and your family.

A guy somehow puts out a feature length, well edited and incredibly entertaining video on the regular. I'll be dipped. You're killing it, Derek. You're a natural at this.

@ViceGripGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching

@RustyZipper

2 жыл бұрын

Typical overnight success story…. After 5 years of hard work

@paulwerner3150

2 жыл бұрын

@@RustyZipper lol, cool username too friend!

@WinterInTheForest

2 жыл бұрын

Quick question... does the I'll be dipped phrase derive from I'll be dipped in shit sans the expletive? I enjoy language origins

@epasternak4206

2 жыл бұрын

It's running like OJ Simpson hahahahaha

When the engine broke free .., I hollered out “YES !!!!!!” , and woke the baby. But c’mon , I was rootin for ya Derek ! Another good one. Thanks , and hello to the vice grip family.

@bencostanzo2062

2 жыл бұрын

I love this!!! But I hope the baby went back to sleep quickly 😂

@TonyHike

2 жыл бұрын

I almost jumped out of my chair when the motor broke free because I was so amazed ! 😄 THEN, the motor started rite up!!!! Impressive!!

The Bob Ross of auto mechanics! Love our restorations, Derek!

His personality isn't over the top and it's not too boring..I love this channel

Bring it around as a going to town rig. Keep the engine and trans. This is one to pass down to the kids, with a great story about their dad.

@tammylott921

2 жыл бұрын

THE LITTLE HUMANS HAVE THERE OWN TRUCKS

@michaelscott-joynt3215

2 жыл бұрын

@@tammylott921 Yep. But this could be a car they all wrench on together, and do plenty of burn-outs.

Full restore, fully redo the body to mint and new interior and have a very nice going to town date night rig.

@NLINE7

2 жыл бұрын

I agree 👍, wish I had all 5 of my Camaro's back to restore,well at least one of them 😃. Had 2-68's, 1-69, 1-70, and 1-74 year models.

@orchids3332

2 жыл бұрын

How much do you think that would cost?

@Mr.Safety.

2 жыл бұрын

@@NLINE7 oh man, you would have the first 3 generation camaros, if you combined them, or just have all 5, oh to dream...

@Z71Ranger

2 жыл бұрын

I would want something a little better to start with... Like all stock... So you have the A/C and heat...

@scottboyer8450

2 жыл бұрын

Spend a good 15 to 20 grand to have a car that's worth 12.

I've watched this revival at least 7 times now. I just can't get enough of a guy's content. Fun story, I bought my 92 Camaro 3 days before this aired. She's a 305 yellow with black stripes in tractor paint!

@zchris87v80

8 ай бұрын

I've had my 1991 camaro since 2007, has had transmission failure since 2011 but I still drove it up until 2015 or so, cleaned it up and drove it around the neighborhood in 2020-2021, but this may motivate me to get her back on the road. More than just a "car", a major part of my life that really defined who I was in my early 20's (to this day, whenever my friends see a third gen, they think of me, the only one daily driving a car like that in our group).

@feynk6671

8 ай бұрын

​@@zchris87v80hell yeah get it done

Bro……….don’t stop making these videos!! My son and I watch them and laugh so much my wife kicks us out the house!! Really incredible what you get out of these rigs!

“It’s been to Walmart a lot” I would expect no more from a 3rd gen. Beautiful car!

@TheCarFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Dude, EXACTLY!! lol!

@stephanief4359

2 жыл бұрын

No shit

@falk13065

Жыл бұрын

my favorite line from him on this episode lol

@Garf2O

Жыл бұрын

It might have been to Kmart a couple of times even

“Go ahead and steal it it’s gonna overheat in like 8 feet” 😂😂😂

@justinpedalpusher

10 ай бұрын

Derek is a legend.

I love these revivals that happen on a farm. So many things I relate to, so many visuals that take me back.

I lost it when he hit the brakes the first time and the brake clean can's nozzle got squeezed in a bag in back. LMAO.

How is this man not a narrator for damn near anything

@bmwoutlander

Жыл бұрын

Well I be dipped!

@xel1texgunner528

Жыл бұрын

I would watch the shit out of a nature documentary narrated by this man

@BrianOlmstead

Жыл бұрын

My new Hero

@OHAR2

Жыл бұрын

I just want the Derek download for my GPS directions lol

@joeceretti9098

Жыл бұрын

I heard he is the voice of Darth Vader in the new upcoming Star Wars film! "Luke Skywalker!!! I'll be DIPPED!" "!!!!!Stop using all those digicals against my Death Star!!!!".. "Well I'll be DIPPED he went and blew it on up!" It's ok though because he only had to go 3.74 Parsecs to get home and used only 3.145673589 quarts of oil and 867-5309 gallons of fuel.

I never get tired of "It's got a go handle" and "Way too much. Perfect!" Make sure the oil has lots of "vitamins and dinosaurs" Great episode - back to old time VGG!

@OcRefrig

2 жыл бұрын

Good video ! About the Gas Mileage - I have a 1986 iroc z28 Camaro. 305 also. 17 mpg city , i Got 30 mpg Hwy on non stop trip up to Modesto from San Clemente California. Mine is the same 305 , but tuned port fuel injection. So , You Getting 19 on the Hwy is Easy to Believe. Btw - I’m the Original Owner. These Years of Camaro Get Great Gas mileage im finding out. Between it being 305 & Good Aerodynamics it seems. Mines Been parked for 12 years.

@Punkpsychobilly

2 ай бұрын

@OcRefrigeration I had a ‘90 Iroc 305 and it got decent mileage. My ‘98 T/A with the LS1 gets damn near 19 mpg around town if I keep my foot out of it.

@Mr6384

2 ай бұрын

My favorite line: “I don’t know…” Wonder if that’s how he handled the kids when they all went through the “why dad?” stage in their lives!!!

Just started watching your videos a few weeks ago. I love watching you revive these old basket cases. Your work is greatly appreciated.

Another awesome episode. I'd leave the wheels alone and maybe fix the floor and the interior. Looks like a blast to drive. Sounds exactly like my '84 Trans Am I had with the Boom tubes. Great memories.

Honestly, the content on this channel is absolutely top drawer stuff. When I first heard about the channel, I had absolutely no intention of watching an hour of recovery on old rigs and now, having enjoyed it so much, I'm delighted to see a two hour episode! Big respect from this side of the pond for your knowledge and hilarious delivery. This channel is now just about my favourite!

@ViceGripGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you appreciate it

@rce59

Жыл бұрын

Do you resell the cars you find and fix or just keep them in your own barn/ garage? Thanks just curious.

I'd love to see this cleaned up and then see what needs to be done to make it a going to town rig. Fix the floors, maybe rip out the carpets to get rid of the mouse smell. I think this one should be saved. It just seems too good to let it sit in the trees

@mikedamron3505

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@timharrington9806

2 жыл бұрын

I agree 👍

@haldo691

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe fix the hole in the floor

@djaylennox

2 жыл бұрын

Ja! A fresh dashboard and a decent steering wheel as well! And stop that rust in the bottom and make a full rust repair.

@tn18977

2 жыл бұрын

99% of these cars were ruined by having the four-speed slushboxes. This one is special.

Love your videos. As a auto technician myself I have great appreciation for your triage process. Quite honestly, I’m surprised that a network hasn’t offered you your own show. Keep up the great work.

@weatherwalk5435

9 ай бұрын

He actually does have a show called Roadworthy Rescues on motor trend

A tip for when trying to break a seized engine free with a manual gearbox, you'll get the maximum torque on the engine using the highest gear (5th for a 5-speed). That engine would have probably turned with the gearbox in 5th (and clutch released) and rocking the car forwards and backwards. You want to basically get the car bouncing against the backlash in the power train. I used to work for an antique car&tractor collector in the 80's and we unseized literally 100's of engines this way.

I'm so glad Derek is back to doing what he does best, rescuing cars and driving them back home,

@WEALLSUCKLOL

2 жыл бұрын

All the Karen's cry when he doesn't lol

@LimitedGunnerGM

2 жыл бұрын

It’s a niche!

@jasonw7497

2 жыл бұрын

The best is part is when he has tons of break downs on the said trips. I hope this video has a ton of sketchiness.

@bustinyanutz4195

2 жыл бұрын

Roadkilling it

@isaaccan3155

2 жыл бұрын

I love that he does a little bit of everything. I watch anything he puts out. As I’ve already seen all of videos. Most of them twice.

Bring her all the way back around. Wheels and tires, freshen up the interior, fix the ignition so it starts in the car etc etc.

Time to do a budget interior restoration, see it brought back to its former glory

This is why I watch this show. Fixin' cars and driving them home to great music. Brilliant stuff Derek, we learn a lot from you.

@tammylott921

2 жыл бұрын

I REALLY LIKE WATCHING DERECK ,, I JUST DON'T LIKE THE WAY HE ACTS STUPID

Hands down one of the best content creators out there. I feel like these shows could be aired on any popular streaming platform. Really good stuff. The production quality is top notch.

@RustyZipper

2 жыл бұрын

Typical overnight success story…. After 5 years of hard work

@jeffreylundquist8635

2 жыл бұрын

Motortrend !!

@Danny__D

2 жыл бұрын

surely more money on KZread?

@soopahfly82

2 жыл бұрын

@@jeffreylundquist8635 no. Definitely not motortrend. There's a reason most of their top presenters have recently opened youtube channels

Thank you for the work that you put into bringing us these videos.

@ViceGripGarage

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

Man I love this guy. My brother has a Camaro just like this one he has been restoring for 15 years. He finally got it to the point where it would pass the safety and emissions tests. Just ran across this looking for footage for a client commercial. Now I have been watching for over an hour.

I honest to God laughed that much when you were describing the smell that my stomach hurt! Never disappointed with an episode of VGG.

@photodan24

2 жыл бұрын

"I can feel it entering my body." Hilarious!

This is the first time I've seen Derek passing cars in the timelapse instead of being passed by everything!

@mikef.1000

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I thought exactly the same 😀

@jayboogieporkchop7132

Жыл бұрын

I totally agree with no problems from a car that had a seized engine gotta love it great episode ‼️💯

@falltxn7412

Жыл бұрын

Dude for real! When he puts those time lapse on after a while it looks like he’s going backwards lol

Today was the day when trying to tighten my intake manifold, the clumsy oof that I am, I immediately dropped my socket in somewhere in between I don't know and electric make it happener. I immediately got that burst of frustration but luckily I remembered to state out loud "I'll never see that again" and I got a good chuckle out of it. And the satisfaction of saying "i'm seeing it again" after fishing it out with a magnet thingy made my day. Thanks Derek.

I swear in watching this I know that car. Would almost bet money on it. Either way brought a smile to my face watching you go over it and talk about your love for Camaros as well. Also made me cry a little too cause I lost my brother some years ago and we worked on cars together. Last one as a family project was his camaro that I could swear to God was this car. Thank you for an awesome video as well as a trip down memory lane for me

I just discovered this channel and I'm already glued in by the nonstop wit and brutal laughs! Thanks for brightening my days! Keep 'er between the ditches!

@chrisoakey9841

Жыл бұрын

Why didn't you put a dozen washers under the hood to jack the back of the hood up and let heat out of the engine bay?

That was one of the best revivals yet (IMO) thoroughly enjoyed the episode

Great job Derek. I had the same model Camaro back in the day. I'd keep the raised whites, find some 6" x 9" speakers for it and leave the paint just the way it is. A great goin; to town rig!

When a guy quotes 311 lyrics after getting out of a parts store, you know it's a good day. Transistor is their best Album 100%

@Trapper_D

9 ай бұрын

Concur. Great easter egg!

@charlesshaffer7417

5 ай бұрын

Absolutely blew me away. Derek just keeps getting cooler.

I think this is the first time I’ve seen you pass cars in a revival!

Most definitely do a video of you and Jessica giving that car a complete detail right to the tens.

I've watched this particular video at least a dozen times now. Still one of my favorite, thank you Derek and family.

Derek, your vivid description of the smell of these vehicles is the best. I laugh so hard I usually cry. Thanks!

When there's a new VGG video every week, it really does put such a happy smile on my face, keep going Derek!

@CoryMcIntyrePrsnTech

2 жыл бұрын

I'm the same way. I check KZread daily for a new video 😁

Hello from NC. Glad to see the old Camaro get another life. These were our high school cars.

@barnabyjones5161

2 жыл бұрын

NC here as well.

@scotfirehamer4247

2 жыл бұрын

Big girls drove them because you couldn’t see below the neck👌🏻

@1980bwc

2 жыл бұрын

@@scotfirehamer4247 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

@lawrencetickle2706

2 жыл бұрын

NC too. Just need a tractor now.

@joshgreenhaw1428

2 жыл бұрын

Cross plains TN same here as well and my oldest son drove mine to high school as well way cool to see

I never knew the radiator / thermostat conundrum ! Pure entertainment AND education ( again ). Thank you . That one’s a keeper

I didn't realize Derek rocked on with the 311 ways so hard to reference a banger off the ole transistor album!!! Its for real my man!!!

I can't think for another content creator who, when a two hour video is over, leaves me wanting more. Another great revival, Derek.

@audreybarnes6527

2 жыл бұрын

The truth, it exists!

A trick for the future cut the bottom off a cold snack and punch a 5/8" hole in the center of it to use as a restrictor in place of a thermostat and you can use windshield washer fluid in place of water wetter and the interior and carpet out of a fourth Gen swaps right into a third Gen makes a nice upgrade for the interior and 3rd Gen firebird armrests swap onto the door panels they don't delaminate like the camaro ones do

Found your channel a couple of days ago and man am I loving it, enjoying every moment of watching completely ghosting my wife at this stage to get some VGG down, compared to all the car channels and shows out there I have to say this is the best by far, anyone can strip and replace with new parts but making something old run again this is the spirit of a true mechanic, keep well and hello all the way from Windhoek Namibia, google that to see were I'm at,

@ViceGripGarage

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch!

there are not many 2 hour videos i will watch all the way through (i have trouble keeping my mind on anything) but i cant get enough of watching your videos i love all these cars from my childhood getting another chance. I live in scotland and have seen one camero in my whole life

I'd love to see you bring this one fully back to it's former glory. Would be a really sharp going to town rig that'd be turnin' heads like an owl.

I say bring this rig around and doll it up !! Definitely a keeper and going to town rig . As always VGG never disappoints on content #1 KZread channel in my book for sure !

Derek, anther great video featuring your intelligent comments, hilarious quips, and automotive knowledge. THANK YOU!

first started watching several years ago when peg would mention jessica all the time in his vids then found out you were a local guy, although not anymore. miss the ol sunday/mail call streams with the family but you all seem to have a lot more going on now so it is understandable. Just wanted to say thanks for the videos and all the effort put into them. wishing you and your family continued success and good health in this new year. It is never to late to learn something new or comment on an old video. 😀

Really enjoyed this episode, perfect amounts of wrenching and funny remarks, well done Derek

@ViceGripGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Probably the most enjoyable VGG I’ve ever watched. All the best elements of the channel in a feature length episode and truly absorbing. We’ve got lots of stuff happening in the UK at the moment and this is a welcome break from all the bad news. Thanks Derek

@justsomedude2603

2 жыл бұрын

Yup. Watching from Scotland and love it. Now when I work on my car and I'm frustrated I ask 'WWDD: What Would Derek Do?'. I still throw my tools but I try to stay calmer as I do 😂

@matthulse3498

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I'm sorry to hear about Boris Johnson stepping down And all the political upheaval and division and we are going through the same thing here in the USA Is praying for unity and better times

@uzivatel56

2 жыл бұрын

How is Boris resigning a bad thing? You guys should be celebrating.

@peterlobb6456

2 жыл бұрын

Well said, so many things stopping us having an adventure like this in the UK (MOT, tax, ANPR cameras etc) but videos like this really do brighten your day :)

I love this car! When I was in the Marines I had an 82 Z28 Pace Car (305, 4spd) in 92 and it was my favorite car ever. This really brings back memories. ☺

Man I just found this channel and you have given me more laughs then most comedians! Absolutely love it, keep on keeping on and then keep going!

I say you should do a full interior gut, fix the floor and find the smell. Enjoyed the video.

@patlv2210

2 жыл бұрын

💯

@BudMasta

2 жыл бұрын

the smell is everything

When the engine was locked I thought " oh , he's in deep trouble now" but getting it broke loose in second gear was genius. Glad you made it and I was hooked after the engine was not locked anymore! Love your channel - Thank you for all your hard work!!

I to am old school on mechanicalizing on older classic rock cars lol I just found your you tube and I find myself laughing all the time. The wife comes out here in the living room early morning and asks what's going on lol. I love it I enjoy your funny man lol keep it up

How in the world did I miss this one?!?! Drove a brand new 89 RS off the lot right before I was deployed to Germany back in the day. Happy surprise to see you working on one! Keem 'em coming brother!

that's the first time I've ever seen Derek pass anyone on the freeway in a resurrected car.

@ViceGripGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Haha

@ronrusling2113

2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. 😂

@432b86ed

2 жыл бұрын

Betty White broke every law on the books.

@scottsmith1525

2 жыл бұрын

Right? LOL

This was one of my favorites, from a stuck motor to driving home in a couple days. Might just be the 80's chevy person talking, but I would like to see you put a little time into it, replace the floor pans and fix on it some more.

@LynxStarAuto

2 жыл бұрын

Naw. We don't call them Turd Gens for no good reason.

Derek, you're the old car whisperer. I can tell that you've forgotten more about the mechanics of a car than most of us have ever acquired, and I've been wrenching on cars for 25+ years. When you add in your old soul charm and unique personality, we get some of the best automotive content on KZread. It's always a pleasure to spend 2 hours watching one of your videos. You are truly living the dream. PS. Please provide an update on the the Model A. I thought your plan was the way to go. Thanks

Great fun and very interesting. Your knowledge, inventiveness, and tenacity are amazing.♦Thx for posting (from England)

Derek, you never ever disappoint this feller. You are an inspiration to all of us subscribers. Keep up the good work. Oh and by the way, I like the rims already on the car. Just gussy her up a bit not to fancy you know and make a good going to town rig out of her. 👌🏻

Classic vice grip garage at its finest! Enjoyed every minute of the show. Appreciate you Derek for taking time away from the family to bring us these awesome episodes.

Moved over to VGG after watching Roadworthy Rescues. As a Brit, I adore the wit, sarcasm and tongue in cheek humour. I love it !! I am addicted!!! Keep it up!!!

This is absolutely the BEST Utube Channel ever! If I happened to reside on the East Coast I would purchase this car from you, but I reside in Washington State (Pacific Northwest)... This was the car to have when I was in High School (1990-93), just not a T-top. All that is missing is the "Boom Box" (subwoofer box), and some "GTX" Tinted Headlight covers

Well, Derick I think that once you get the interior straightened out, the wife and kids will love it,, Yup,, you definitely need a classic Camero to go with your classic square body,, :-)

@chadstapleton8597

2 жыл бұрын

Brantley should snag that one up for his first ride, maybe by the time he gets old enough to drive it to school the smell may b gone lol

Just LOVE watching these videos. My dad was a mechanic all his life - never read a book or took a class - learned from his dad who was an Army mechanic in WW2. I see so many of the things you do - like reading spark plugs or just listening and getting a feel for the engine - that my dad used to do too. No machines or computers telling them what's wrong. Old school wrench turning. Growing up I would work in my dad's shop after school and on the weekends and he would teach me the basics and I'd help him with the rest. He had 1 other mechanic who worked with him - John - who was also never formally trained at all - just learned from his dad also. John started with my dad the day he graduated grade 12 and worked for him for about 20 years. John was not only a complete natural when it came to fixing cars and a genius - he was also a comedian. He would joke and laugh with me non stop as a young kid hanging out in dads shop. The 3 of us just had the best time all the time no matter what. You remind me so much of my dad and John when I watch your videos. You are so smart with the cars like they both were, and you're so funny while you do it just like John was. I didn't go into mechanics at all when I grew up - been in health care now for over 30 years so finding your channel has brought me back to those amazing childhood memories in my dads shop - and I thank you so much for that. Don't ever stop.

I had two of them in the late 80’s a 5.0 with a factory sunroof and 5.7 T TOP. Loved both of them and I miss them dearly, I am looking for one to have again to keep me going. I watched your whole video and enjoyed it immensely I like your humour and style are as real as can be. Will be watching your channel to keep up with what you decide to do and great luck to you.

I almost won the ebay auction on a 93 camaro on my way home from Iraq in 2008 but the auction finished while I was in the air so when I got home someone had out bid me by like $10. It was the same RS t top flavor except it was the newer body style and it was blue. Really hate that I lost that opportunity, I was planning on picking it up in North Carolina and driving it home to Alabama. Anywhos, live the long form videos, never change Derek. You are an awesome guy with a great personality. Thanks brother.

Awesome, kinda getting back to your roots. Hope you feel better and get on the up and up. Love the videos as always.

Derek: “I’m on quite a time crunch here… pretty much going to have to cannonball 600 miles tomorrow” Also Derek: “Did you know Wyatt Earp didn’t actually wear a gun belt? And the shootout at the OK Corral was actually in a vacant parking lot” 😂😂

@kelleys81

2 жыл бұрын

Rofl I almost lost it at that part.

@jamesrodgers3132

2 жыл бұрын

Parking lot? He never mentioned parking, seeing they didn't have cars back then.

@johnfuniciello

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesrodgers3132 fair enough

@chucksherron

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesrodgers3132 yeah because they would never need a lot to park buggies or wagons. Parking lots were invented specifically for cars.

I’m personally in awe of your ability to locate and resurrect these forgotten gems! Started this figuring I’d watch some now and finish later. Watched it all! Well done.

Great video, i have seen first hand how that lower air-dam under the rad support gone and how much of a difference it makes just replacing that part on those 3rd gens when it comes to running temps. -Mark

I used to turn wrenches professionally until 1998 when I got burned out then switched to construction. I remember GM cars of that time period had whats called a VATS security system where there was a silver chip on the side of the ignition key. One could not simply make a hardware store copy of this special key because of this chip. The way it worked was the VATS computer would read the resistance of the chip on the key if it was wrong or non existent, the car would experience what you found on this video. Both the fuel pump and starter would be disabled; which also explains why you have a mechanical pump instead of the electric in the tank. They probably didn't know how to diagnose the VATS problem or didn't know about this security system. The common failure with the VATS system was the ignition lock cylinder has 2 wires in it which rock back and fourth with every key stroke. Over time one of the wires would break off so no crank, no fuel pump symptoms would occur. I replaced many of those in the field. Love your content by the way.

I cant wait to see him operate on this classic piece of Americana.

Derek, that thing damn well jumped to life BEFORE you hit the buton...!!!!! Oh and that squeaking noise...that was just the left over kritters ! Hahahahahah!

Northbound 95 off of 290. 2:45 in the morning. No moon. I stoped right in the center of the tarmac, washed of some dirt from the street, got back in. Freakin Lit-It-Up just like you did on the trip home. Best feeling in the world. Driving a 6-gen too.

I've threw some serious hours in on KZread over many years and I'm glad to say this is the best channel on here by far! Thanks Derek for the entertainment, knowledge and humour. These feature length treats are just RIGHT up there 💪🏼