There’s a difference between surface rust and rot. You don’t seem to have a lot of rot on your car. Keep doing what you’re doing…the only way to eat an elephant is one bite at a time.

As a car lover and a film maker this hits so well. Great job on the storytelling and cinematography. Just drive it and have fun with it! As someone who is restoring a firebird, any time you can get with the kids are asleep, late at night weekend last, when the wife is out with her friends, when the wife is at the mall, it doesn't matter just spend some time on it. Some days mine is in the garage without being touched for a week or 2. Some weeks I drive it every day, and some weeks it's not running because the steering column is apart on the floor. Just little by little. Having your kids around you while you do it also is amazing for them. Your daughter will FORVER remember being little and watching her dad work on the car and her helping wash it. When she grows up she will tell her friends and husband how she remembers her dad working on an old mustag, and because of that she will probably love mustangs. As someone who watched his dad work on camaros in the garage, I grew up and loved them too. No matter the car its about the love for working with your hands and spending the time making it your own. Rust doesn't matter. Sand it spray it and just have fun with it. It doesn't have to be 100% perfect or brand new. Just love what it is and do what you can. Great video.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! I’m definitely using this channel to work on my film making in the process. Two birds one stone 😂

You should join some foxbody groups and find guys in your area who are obsessed with these. That’s gonna put you in touch with the right people

everyone starts somewhere. luckily its a platform with a ton of info and parts. if your goal is to get it running and driving. start with the if it aint broke dont fix it approach until then. then you can focus on other things while being able to drive the car around and enjoy it. having a project is always easier to stay focused on when you can enjoy it and fix it along the way

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Absolutely! Thanks so much for your advice!

@RABNEYSWRENCHES

3 ай бұрын

@@wheeldmedia no problem bro. i have a fox project im working on as well. ive had it off the road for a year and its time to get it running again! ill race ya lol

@wheeldmedia

2 ай бұрын

@@RABNEYSWRENCHES bet!lol

Bro, you got this. When I got my fox body, the engine was blown and had all kinds of problems. Took me three years to finally get it to where I can drive it. It’s been a long journey but I’m so happy. I did everything the way I wanted it done. You have that opportunity now.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

I’m definitely ready to tackle the build! Driving it is the goal! Thanks for watching!

Go into your drivers seat and Bolt or weld some metal supports to the seat frame, before it gets the notorious lean. If it hasn’t happened yet, it will.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Yes! LMR sells a seat bracket reinforcement kit. Mine have started to crack and so I’ll be fixing them before i put the seats back in. Thanks for the advice and for watching!

@G.Harley.Davidson

3 ай бұрын

@@wheeldmedia 👍👍👍

The editing is on point

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

I'm down for the journey bro. let's get it, you got this.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Let’s get it!

Just take on one project at a time don't let yourself get overwhelmed and if you haven't yet buy a Chilton manual it will be one of your best investments good luck looking forward to seeing more videos

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! I’ll definitely look it up!

Bring back memories. I had a Cobra and my sister had the LX 4cyld. What I don't miss was that fuel switch-button in the spare. I would pulled that motor out and put fresh piston rings, head gaskets and since you are already there I would upgrade the internals stuff. I would focus on the engine and transmission first. If you decide to pull the motor out this is your chance to paint and fix any rust or damage in the engine bay. That way you can have a drivable vehicle and then after focus on brakes, exhaust, suspension chassis, undercarriage. The body/Interior should be the last thing on your list. I did a few vehicles restoration from ground up. From my 1976 Nova SS manual w/454 twin screws blower, To my friend 1929 Essex (rat rod) and his brother 1950s GMC Truck w/LS1 swap and few others. From experence. I have seen so many projects that never get finish and they abandon their builds due to loss interest, money and time. There was a time I abandon one of my project due to my son was born and I was so burnt out and now I focus on my son first. Once he gets' older. I get him a project car that my son and me can work on it together and spend quality time and less time for my son to be in the street with the wrong crowds.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

A cobra would be a dream lol and I definitely am trying to make sure I keep the interest this time around. I’m gonna start with these lifters and hopefully i don’t go down the rabbit hole as I’m prone to doing with other things lol

Man you got this. Keep plugging away a little bit at a time and you’ll learn a TON. Get a Chiltons book and definitely ‘bag and tag’ as you say. Pictures on your phone will help as well. You have one of the best cars in the world to learn on. 👍🏼

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! And noted!

My man you got the best muscle car of this era! That is just surface rust,it aint nothing! And those plastic plugs pull out and are replaceable. (In the floor pans). Lifters are gravy, you already did the hard part,lol. Ain't nothing wrong with that car,remember its over 30 years old! You just got your self a subscriber. Keep up the good work and positive attitude. If you were near me i would definitely help you out!👈💯

@wheeldmedia

2 ай бұрын

I appreciate you! Thanks for subscribing! I’ve been wondering about those plugs too, I’ll definitely keep it going!

I've had a few Foxes now, so many things can be done without taking out the motor. Pick something and complete it, doesn't matter if it's big or small, just complete something. If you want a cheap option for gaining some power, find a set of GT40 heads, the explorer 5.0 had them and you can get them dirt cheap, just swap out for newer springs. So much of that rust seems to be pretty surface level and easy to fix, or if you can weld just cut out and replace the floor pans, Jegs and summit both sell them.

Fox body lover. I have two myself yours is in way better shape than my first one! There’s no need to pull the motor to pull the heads. Get you a piece of cardboard. Lay it on your roof take your hood off and flip it on top. It’s all the room you need. Stay strong brother and ride on.

@wheeldmedia

Ай бұрын

Unfortunately the engine is now out lol but Imma keep pushing regardless! Check out some of the other videos in this series too! Your input is greatly appreciated!

When youre ready for more Hp the on3 turbo is your best bang for the buck.

Bro you got this… take your time… especially with a little one in the house don’t overwhelm yourself… try and do 2 things a month… start from the ground up… suspension, body, motor… then paint

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Definitely! I appreciate you watching and your encouragement!!

You have one of the MOST iconic 'stangs of 'em all, the FOXBODY!! With that said, if you just want to have the car running, just do the lifters, but while you're digging around in the motor to the lifters, inspect what components, accessories, etc. you may need to replace as well so you don't have to rip it apart again to replace something you could've prevented! I can go on and on about what u can do but it'll be a life story cuz I JUST got my '05 GT back up and running. It is a monster if a car, but I was just happy to get it running and now my driving habits to it have changed to expand the life of it. I look forward to giving future advice if you need it in your future vids. Good luck and the Mustang community will be here for you! 🤝

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I’ll definitely be looking for more help in the videos that are coming lol I really appreciate you!

Currently building 2. Mine and one for me and the misses, this being my 5th fox and her first. Decide what direction you want your build to go, make a parts list and start turnin some wrenches

Bruh I have an 85 TTop GT I’ve been sitting on for a few years now also, been wanting to get to the restoration. I had one through my high school days and I always new I wanted another 1 but a TTop. Mann do your thang take one one thing at a time ain’t nothing a man can’t do if he really want it! Goodluck bro

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Appreciate you!

@adamthomas4638

Ай бұрын

That's crazy bro I had a 86 gt in high school at the time it was my dream car that thing was sick I had wanted a mustang since I was little cause my cousin had two of them after owning the fox body for a couple years I wanted something newer so I got a 01 gt that was my baby I've had two more since then but you definitely get that itch when you're a car guy with research an determination

You document this very well bro. Make this a love story and journey that you continue to share with your little girl.

@wheeldmedia

Ай бұрын

Thank you! And absolutely!

So.just take your time and get it right the way you want it Tou will feel so good about yourself and that fire will definitely come back Bit don't stress it and work on it everyday you will get overwhelmed and lose interest I never thought I'd get fully involved in rebuilding one myself but it's a fun once in lifetime experience 😊

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Agreed!

I also have a 88gt I’ve just started that rust is nothing to worry about. Just clean it with a wire wheel and apply some por15 it just brushes on. As for the motor just replace the lifters. You might get lucky and that solves your problem. You got a great car to start with it already has a five lug swap and other good stuff.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I’m on the same boat with my 79 notch, my condition of shell is similar. I think it’s best to do a coyote swap & then fix the interior. You’ll be investing as much into building a 302 just to get bolts on when you can swap to a coyote, the swap will be making the car perform new & make it faster as it is a lighter chassis.

@wheeldmedia

Ай бұрын

Yea, coyote swap is the eventual goal, but rebuilding this one with the same parts is considerably less. Now whether it works or not is another question but, I’m down lol

I think everyone can relate to your story. Cant wait to see more updates. It may be easier to access everything that your trying to fix with the motor out. I would check the motor mounts. If they are blown out, then pulling your motor would give access to replace them and do everything your wanting to do. I have to at least raise my motor because my mounts aren't in good shape. I think it's common now for foxbodys because they are 30+ years old now.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Glad I’m not alone lol I’m still definitely considering pulling it. We’ll see how the progress goes. Thanks for watching!

Bro great video feel the passion, thats in better shape than mine was. Me and my pops picked mine up from a salvage yard in collage point queens nyc back in 95 sitting in 4ft of grass on the water, No windows , glass, no interior nothing , no hood, fenders dented, up on bricks. Fuckin thing started right up so we took it. Now i work on it with my kids. Things survived teen age years ,impounds, theft, divorce, deployments , im still fixing it but its awesome lol 🇺🇲

@wheeldmedia

4 ай бұрын

Thank you! And yea it sounds like yours been through hell and back😂. It makes feel like I can definitely get through this one

I too also love cars, and my dream has always been to own a mustang, and when my grandfather gave me his 91 foxbody mustang, that’s when I truly felt the love between man and machine

I just got a 90 foxbody and mine is a little rough also but I love it…it’s my first mustang

i dont know anything about cars, but ima be here waiting for your next video. Love this. Video is super clean and so is the editing. I'ma reach out to some people i know

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate it!!

Things that people should of mentioned to before starting a build #1 have patience #2 have money for expensive parts #3 you will always have some new problem after you think your finish

Good one to start with. My advice is to pick one thing to do at a time. Make a list of things you need to do to keep yourself accountable and motivated. Hit me up if you have questions.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

I absolutely will! Thanks so much!

I applaud your efforts so far!!! Keep it going, little at a time. Do you have a local Mustang club in your area? If so, join and there will probably be a lot of great knowledge from people who have done what you are doing. Sometimes clubs have work days where they come help you with your car. Foxbodys are the best and so fun and satisfying to work on. Don’t give up, you’re doing GREAT!!

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

The one I know of is not really active anymore it seems. Regardless I’ll keep going! Thanks for watching and commenting!

Throw a seat back in it and take it for a spin around the block. That should give you the same motivation that made you buy it

I watched it twice… i saw no rot at all!! I only seen surface rust.. id pull the motor check mount points and check for more rust clean up the engine bay.. flatten fire wall.. start there get to the inside last. Make sure wires and harness all good and such.. look like a solid project plus it will run and drive.. you can get a bolt kit. Just take your time but make progress at the the same time.. document it.. keep this same style of commentary and editing but and a lil talking during the vids too and you up!! Own this shit big bruh you got it🔥💪🏾🔥💪🏾

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Appreciate it G! There’s a small bit of rot in a couple of places where the metal is rusted through, but only in like 2 spots and they aren’t that big. We gon get to it! Appreciate you watching!

I cant give you much fox body specific knowledge, however, from what I've learned from some friends with these cars, what you have is a super solid base. the rust isn't super bad and it looks decent as is. However, I can say a few things about projects in general. I bought my first car at 13. It was a 1992 Nissan 240sx. Like the foxbody, it has loads of aftermarket support, but also has high prices attached to those small bits you need. What id recommend is to fix the rust as you have been, finish the valve job, get some wheels and tires, and enjoy the car. then tackle little jobs as they come. First serious projects will always hit you with unexpected issues. Don't be afraid to ask for help. People can be rude at times, but you can find some local guys who will be down to help. Good luck bro! and don't sweat the small stuff, enjoy your car!

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! It’s definitely some unexpected stuff popping up already😂 thanks for the encouragement! I’ll be talking to all of yall real soon!lol

I’ve had a passion like you man since I was a kid, I was lucky enough to land one of my dream cars. I’m learning as you are as well and I Look forward to this series. Amazingly produced video definitely deserves a lot more attention. I’m subscribing right now!

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

You’re too kind! Thanks for watching and subbing!

Hi sent you an E-mail and subscribed to your channel!!! Awesome car my friend, all journeys begin with a single step, but all journeys eventually lead back to home....

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

I got the emails and will be responding soon! Thanks for reaching out and subscribing!!

Mid 90’s to 2000 Explorers with the 5.0 are relatively cheap. Find one with the 5.0, swap over what you need to from the Mustang engine and reseal while it’s out on a stand. It’s one way to budget swap. One thing at a time otherwise you’ll give up

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Great tip! I appreciate it!

Thank you for making a good video and sharing your story. I’ve had my fox for 18yrs has been sitting in the garage for the past 12, rolled it out to the driveway and hopefully will start on it with my 5y old after the summer. I’ll be following your journey 💯.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

I’m hoping it starts too! Thanks for watching and following along!

You want to get it at least back on the road but a stock 302 and drop it in since who knows what the prior owner did to that engine it’s always good buying a stock platform car In your case just getting a stock engine and documenting all the changes you do will help a lot

Fellow foxbody owner in Bama RMFT 🐘 Good luck getting her running

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

I appreciate you! RMFT!!🐘

Editing on point. it looks like the rust isnt too bad. That fox isnt in to bad of shape either.

@wheeldmedia

Ай бұрын

Thanks!

High five man! Glad to see you getting back in the fox. Only advise I have unfortunately isnt going to be encouraging. You have to pull the heads to get the lifters out. They are too long to come out the bores with the heads on. I would still leave the motor in the car though. It can be done just takes time and a pair of head gaskets. Dont give up man you will be glad you pulled through one day!!!

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Absolutely and thank you!

Hell yeah right on bro

I'll watch. 😎👍

Get it on the road. Fix the engin in the car if You can. Patch the floor however You can thin sheet metal and self tappers if need be. Once You are rolling the 🔥 will get one job done at a time.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Say less! Thanks for watching!

Nice Stang man! You've got a nice project car there. KZread University is the best way. LMR and LKQ are your friends.

@wheeldmedia

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

Ha those floor pans are still solid compared to some of the ones I've had. That's a very solid project car 👍👍

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Everyone keeps telling me my floors aren’t that bad. I even asked LMR and they said the same lol. So I believe yall lol

Good for you buddy.. Biggest thing to remember is never give up. Take little steps at a time and progress will be made.. These fox body projects are really fun and easy for the most part. I have had mine for six years now and just finally started to drive it. Every bit of the battle was worth it.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

I’m ready for it! Appreciate you watching and the encouragement!

We in the same boat brotha!! Bought a chevelle 3 years ago and realized it wasn’t a easy process but we got this 🫡😎

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

We definitely got this!! Gotta get the dreams back on the road!

Man I'm in the same boat I got a 88 vert and I have had it for 4 years. And still trying to get it on the road KZread has helped me out alot so I will definitely be watching your videos. For help and advice

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Let’s do it! Appreciate you watching and checking in!

The first and most important thing to do is get it running and driving, you're more apt to work on something if you can drive it and enjoy it. Despite popular belief, swapping it to a carburetor is the best and quickest way to get it running. At the cars current level, not being boosted, a carb is the best way. A carb will exceed the factory EFI performance. The only advantage to EFI is ease of tuning on a laptop, but everything you can do with EFI can be accomplished with a carb. There's 4sec 1/8 mile cars that run carbs.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@bobfalfa76

3 ай бұрын

@@wheeldmedia No problem, don't be scared to do anything, engine, body, doesn't matter. It's not rocket science man, just get out there and try, don't let it intimidate you, you can do it.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I am the original owner of a 1988 gt with 478k miles on original motor (no leaks no oil burn). You take care of these engines they will take care of you. I don't claim to be an expert but I'll share what i know.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

I’m taking any and all advice lol the video I just posted shows the engine and mine wasn’t cared for as much you’ve definitely cared for yours! Check the video out and feel free to leave more advice there! Thank you for watching, offering your advice, and taking the time to comment! I truly appreciate it!

i look forward to see the progress in this project

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

I appreciate it!

I recently got me an 89 focbody hatchback and it doesn't run yet I just been doing body work to get it ready for paint I'm a misyang fan amdnits my dream car

Hey brother just stay at it

Always just keep telling yourself to show up..a little here a little there ..never give up..like I said just keep showing up

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

That I will!

Awesome story !! You have one of the fords classic “ built tough” 1st I would definitely make sure safety is in place by checking all areas leafs can get into of course water and bad weather depending where it was kept…. Removing fenders to check pillars etc making sure it’s safe for you and family..the fix will be reputable junkyards like prestige mustangs from Georgia or local find 2 nd change engine and transmission mounds 3rd bottom bars to dress up chassis/seats 4th attention to your engine .. either send videos to reputable companies or can use facebook market place , OfferUp , same prestige mustangs I’m sure they will help , etc… I’m sure I’m missing a lot but last but not least I’ve driven Corvettes , Porsches , BMW 3s , most of all top end cars but not super cars… with my 92 Gt Mustang beat up I’ve gotten screams “ hey bro nice car !! “ by all ages and not even one look with the other cars Trust me you will have fun these cars is an incredible experience to own and drive I’m from south Florida and these cars are legendary here

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Just continue to do research bro, I just bought a 91 Fox, been working on it damn near every day after work.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Same here bro lol

So happy this got recommended to me! Love a good project. Not the same car, but the Ronnie Finger Fiero Revival series has a lot of great info and is a great motivator to help see a project through. Best of luck and I will be sure subscribing to keep up to date!

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

I’m glad you’re here! Thanks for subbing and I’ll be talking to you soon!lol

Fight the fight that Foxy lady is well worth it bro, summer coming 💪 New sub

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

She’s definitely putting up a fight with me currently 😂. I appreciate the encouragement and the sub! It means a ton!

You’ll hate your decision every day but you’ll learn a lot on the way and won’t regret it a bit. Subscribed ✅

@wheeldmedia

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Sweet car don't ever sell it be patient keep mobbing foward do what you can on yiur own and definitely learn about thw engine etc I'm in the same boat with an 89 GT mine runs drive ac all stick other than aftermarket hpipe and some super 44s keep pushing it gets ugly before it get better foxboys are hard to find in decent shape yiur looks really good!!!! If yoy go to my channel you will see a few of the foxes I've had in the past 4 years sold them all to move forward in life but found me another one which is the 89 GT this one's a keeper!!! Need work they all do but that's the best part you build that relationship with the car and get to see the ways it gone God bless brother I repeat don't sell the car ever!!!!!!

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Yea, I can be pretty impatient at times. I’m even more eager now that I’m working on it after all this time, but even if I wanted to sell it, my wife won’t let me lol I had considered it in the past and she tells me no every chance. So safe to say it should be around for a while lol

It's all get able parts and a good body style. LOT'S of speed part's right off the shelf. 👍

Just came across your video. As a foxbodys owner myself and have delt with plenty of there problems over the years. Your on a good track just keep open mined on your build you have a great platform, I've seen and worked with worse. The engine just leave it in if all your doing is lifters. There are some other questions I'd have like was engine ever taken out before? Did previous owner keep up on maintenance. As these cars are known to be beat on they never have a easy life. I'll definitely be watching along for the ride. Good Luck!

@wheeldmedia

2 ай бұрын

Thank you!! Mine has seen better days for sure😂

Good luck man. One idea… it might be worth having the motor refreshed by a pro. Maybe you could find someone that would let you film and so you could learn.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

That’d probably be a tough ask but I don’t mind learning this way. If I screw something up, it is what it is lol it’s all fixable/replaceable. Even at cost 😂

When I got my first Fox body it needed some engine work that I was told was lifters and it ended up being a few other things so hopefully the only problem is the lifters but that engine has hydraulic roller lifters with a roller cam you may want to consider replacing the camshaft with the lifters and also check the valve seals and seats on the heads while you have it torn down that far also depending upon the mileage that is the only engine you may want to consider going ahead and pulling the engine and at least dropping the oil pan off and checking the bearings and the cylinder walls Just For Peace of Mind because if you do all of the top end work and the bottom end has lots of mileage on it and wear and tear then whenever you fire it up you're going to run into even more problems of blow by on worn out rings and loss of power that way those are fairly simple engines and with a good manual and all of the KZread videos that are available I totally believe that you could do anything that has to be done to that engine. It looks like you have a very good starting platform and those floor pans are not that hard to cut out and replace to be able to remove the rust from them. You do a great job on your videos and your voice overs I just found your Channel today and I immediately subscribed because I want to watch your journey and watch you grow as a car Enthusiast and car builder I truly believe that you can do any of it that you put your mind to good luck I will be watching I do not know everything about fox bodies but I know quite a bit and I will be glad to comment on your videos with advice whenever I can keep up the good work

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Whatever knowledge you have will be greatly appreciated by me! Thanks for the sub and for growing with me while i build this thing into something fun!

Beautiful film brother

@wheeldmedia

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

It's really not too bad

Good luck you can do it!

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

I appreciate it!

Production quality is A1

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thanks!

I bought a fox with similar rust on floor plan. Yours does not look that’s bad I wire brushed mine and coated it with POR15 I think you can get a kit for like $23 at auto part store. Don’t get discouraged. One piece at a time 👍🏼

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Got it! Appreciate you!

@ralphochoa8225

3 ай бұрын

Also like you said there’s a lot of aftermarket parts for these cars. You can always get new floor pans down the road if it gets worse. Check out LMR they literally have everything to restore or upgrade your fox.

I got Brew2l and the old man garage vibes from this video ok keep the video coming

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Appreciate it!

Ill have to follow hecause my 88gt needs some care as well.

Man lucky . Have been searching for a project fox for a while here in far west Tx . Can’t wait to see you build this car

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

I appreciate it!!

@tgc281

3 ай бұрын

Man I also live in texas foxbodys are ridiculous in price now here.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

@@tgc281 the market is definitely up right now

Great video my brother!

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Hey! Keep your head up, you got this. I had just bought my first as well, it’s an 85 gt hatch. Quite a solid car, odd things needed worked out but with some patience and determination everything works out 🦊🔥

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Appreciate you!

@JR_5.0Fox

3 ай бұрын

@@wheeldmedia No problem man. Nice fox btw. Was thinking about starting vids of my build as well but completely noob to the whole computer vid making

@wheeldmedia

2 ай бұрын

@@JR_5.0Fox do it! The video stuff can definitely be intimidating and a lot of work, but it's fun if you love video as much lol if not, all the recording and editing can be a bit of a task.

Love how you produced this video and the storyline! Subscribed at #363 will follow along of this build as I also have a project 1985 Pontiac Parisienne Safari wagon. Hoping to get it sorted and running this summer! You got this bro…

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the compliment!! And thank you for subbing! And so do you! Get that thing running a let’s hit the road!

randomly got recommended your vid, The passion you have for cars is inspiring to me who is looking to getting my first car at 17. I also am really big on mustangs and want to get a 1996- 2004 mustang gt in a manual. Keep with it. A passion is something that comes and goes, but success through that passion is something that comes with determination. I subbed to you, I expect updates on how the Foxbody build is going.

@wheeldmedia

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind words and sub!! I definitely approve of the mustang choice. There’s an even bigger aftermarket support for the New Edge mustangs and the community is huge. Best of luck on getting one! There will definitely be updates coming soon on the fox project soon! Check back soon and hit the notification bell too! Thanks again!

Keep at it brother! I always use Ospho on surface rust after I get it smooth the way you did. A lot of people use POR15 also. As far as the engine, if it had good oil pressure I would just drop lifters in and let it ride without pulling the engine. Awesome video!

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Yessir! I appreciate you!

@jdrods1519

3 ай бұрын

@@wheeldmedia yes sir! Awesome editing also! What software are you using for editing?

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thanks and I use Premiere Pro or Davinci Resolve. But this was in Premiere Pro

@jdrods1519

3 ай бұрын

@@wheeldmedia awesome! I’ll have to check them out! Thanks brother!

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

@@jdrods1519 also Davinci has a free version as well as a paid version and no problem!

Good video my brother

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Im planning on getting a foxbody too keep it rolling bro ill sub

@wheeldmedia

Ай бұрын

Do it! And I definitely am! Appreciate the sub!

Your storytelling and cinematography is really good. A couple spots lot a little slow with the same tone and inflection but you're definitely on to something. Keep at it an your channel is going to grow quickly. As for the fox, just follow David Freiburger's advice and "don't get it right, just get it running" That car has sat long enough that you need to drive it again to remember why you loved it in the first place. Then tackle one system/component at a time. Well done on the video.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Freiburger with the gem lol but it’s true! And yea, I had recorded a lot of the footage before the voiceover, got sick for a few days, but didn’t want to delay posting the video to record more footage so I did my best to stretch what I had lol I really appreciate that feedback tho, I am working to improve in this area. Thanks for your compliment, advice, and for watching!

I would finish the interior floors first. POR 15 them..... brush it on.... make it solid.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

You’re not the first person to say this either. I may really look into the floors sooner than later

Excellent video. The car looks like it had good bones and will be a nice car once it’s done. I’ve got experience and knowledge with these cars aswell as other generations of mustangs. If you need any advice or help holler

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Will do!

I just sub'd hoping to see this journey to completion! ❤👏🏼

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Let’s get it!

Man, your production quality is astounding. You got a new subscriber and I can't wait to see you grow. You got this man, I've seriously never seen such amazing editing and cinematography from a channel so unknown.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I really appreciate it and i put a lot of effort into this, so your comment means a lot! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video enough to stay and grow with me!

Do the lifters. Your probably most way there if you have the intake and valve covers off.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Yea the lifters are accessible at this point. Gotta take the heads off to change the ones at the very front of the engine so, heads are coming off next lol

I've owned many Fox bodies in my day, always did my own work on them. They are VERY simple engines to work on. IDK mileage of said car, or condition of engine as I've never heard it run, maybe it seemed to run fine, just had some ticking, like I said, IDK. If it is lifters, that is a very simple fix to try and not expensive. I'm sure there are KZread vids on replacing lifters on a Fox that would walk you thru it. I'm assuming still stock heads on it although I did notice aftermarket intake..Holley I'm guessing? Couldn't read it, but from looks of it I thought Systemax intake. If you lived close to WI, I'd help you out, not sure where you're at tho. Good luck! Keep up posted. Enjoyed the vid!

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thanks and yea you’re spot on, that’s the intake! After I pulled everything apart from watching some videos on KZread, it was possible it could have been the rockers I guess. But since it’s already broken down and I have the new lifters, I’ll change them out. And I appreciate your willingness to help. I’m in Alabama lol

@joelgoody3590

3 ай бұрын

@@wheeldmedia Yeah, you'll have to see what ya got. Valve covers need to be off anyways to do lifters. Without knowing if stock heads with pedestal mount lifters, or aftermarket with stud mount/adjustable lifters, like shooting in the dark here. You should get valve covers off, takes a few minutes, make a short vid in detail what ya got going on. Get stamped head #s...look of the rocker arms, whatever you can get in detail is a big help.

Do worry about getting it right. First get it running. Running car is more motivating.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Definitely!

For only having about 800 subscribers the quality of your videos is super good my car story is very similar to yours but that's just a typical fox body I've one two of them the floor pans of your car have to be redone not a big deal but its the only thing that is gonna save the floor but don't get overwhelmed that thing isn't far from being drivable again but most car projects are doable with KZread these days just have the right tools an some mechanical skills an follow steps and thou can do it

@wheeldmedia

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

If you decide to pull the motor,,go with a 351 swap,,,,lots of videos on KZread,,,plus it makes more power,,,have fun,,,take your time,,,,

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Will do!

Aye im ready to see this series. Subscribed lol

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Let’s get it lol

@JROCandROLL

3 ай бұрын

@@wheeldmedia I just did everything to mine you just talked about. Still not done. Getting close though.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

@@JROCandROLL part of the process lol

Bro take your time. Im in the same boat with you.. mine is just a convertible.. imma be watching your progress..

@wheeldmedia

4 ай бұрын

I appreciate you! We got this!

@mrblm8198

4 ай бұрын

It'll get frustrating but that's the part we do it for.. the end will make it alll worth it

@Moelovessound

4 ай бұрын

@@mrblm8198facts!

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You got 89 one year only seats. Those headrests are the tell tale sign. It’s your car…do what makes sense for you

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Yea, the vin has it as an 88. I’m guessing they may not be original to the car

you've totally got this! my '89 was MUCH worse to start with.. Now is a reliable driver. Where are you located?

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!! Y’all’s encouragement helps a lot fr! And I’m in Alabama

You said it needed lifters. The roller motor 5.0s lifters are virtually indestructible if treated correctly. I think whoever sold you the car may have told you that it needed lifters without knowing exactly thereselves what the problem was or they said that knowing you didnt have alot of knowledge about the 5.0s and it's a worse problem. Either way I'd double check there diagnosis

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Yea, it’s funny you say that. I just told my wife this earlier today lol. After watching some more videos, there’s definitely a chance it was never the lifters to begin with. Ive been doing some peeking around the engine bay as I get ready for the next video. I gotta suspicion there’s a surprise or two waiting lol That said, I’m here now so, I’ll figure it out as I go. Thanks for the advice!

I just subscribed to your channel man! I want to see you finish that car! It has soooo much potential. I have a 91 GT that i just finished. Let me know how i can help.

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Absolutely! The potential is definitely there and I’m gonna make it happen thanks to all of you!

Nice intro great car I always wanted a fox body one day I’ll play around in the dark side I am a Chevy guy have 3 third gen Camaros I do all my own work if you need any advice hit me up I stay right outside Chicago, can’t wait to see the progress you make

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thanks! I appreciate it!

@chicagosfinestmoment4896

3 ай бұрын

@@wheeldmedia 🤙

you shouldn’t have to pull the engine. I would order a cam and lifter kit off of Summit and fix it. Watch some very detailed videos. you got this

@wheeldmedia

3 ай бұрын

Thanks!