That car had to have been some greatest generation member’s pride and joy when new.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Yes it definitely was

Pull plugs, check oil, soak with ATF, or PB blaster, get engine to spin, check for spark, add fuel with boat tank, hook up battery, and use lone wolf 3000...

Thank you for putting out this video in the freezing cold. I'm home sick and this made me feel better. Thanks again 👍🏻

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Love that Buick I had a 62 wildcat, start out as my grand mothers, it had a 425 nailhead I drove it for at least 10 yrears would love two have it today

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

that would be a cool one to have back

Appricate the effort you made in tearing down the old Buick, not many people a 8 degrees are going to do that for fun.. Old engine is going to be Ok we all knew that even if it ran it was going to need a rebuild. Thanks for showing us your efforts. enjoy all your videos

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary

Those battery testers are really great, I have one also. It's always fun troubleshooting the engines!

Nothing wrong with learning as you go, that engine easily rebuilt, tons of power. Good video

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John

I think it was way too cold to be doing that outside in 8 degree weather. Can't wait to see your new place when it is up and going. Maybe get a dog like Mortske's for comedy relief.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

it was way too cold, but gotta do what i gotta do to get videos for everyone :D

I know you traded it. how-ever, If I had it I'd pull the pistons and get the block inspected. Most likely the block and crank shaft can be saved. I've seen some seized up engines w/water in the oil pan still be salvaged & rebuilt.

Learned a lot watching you thanks Ryan

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the comment steve

Why would you remove valve covers before vacuuming dirt and mouse nest material. At least blow the engine compartment with an air compressor!

@steve210sa

2 жыл бұрын

YES!! I was scrolling dwn waitin 4 someone 2 say sumthn.... It ws drivin me insane wtchin him do tht!!

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Lol thats the least of this cars concerns, but i see what you mean

Just as cold & snowy here Ryan.Good tear down to see why the old Buick engine met its fate. 😎👍🇨🇦

@grantkoeller8911

2 жыл бұрын

It's not dead yet, could still be rebuilt.

thanks for the video Ryan. I've always wanted to see the structure of a nail head. It's a very different engine

Good going on you, you saved this car and more in the end, it is unique!!

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jerry

You live and you learn, good job 👍

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man

Great video as always. Thanks Ryan.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Interesting video Ryan.

First year Wildcat. Some had bucket seats. One in good condition is a pretty car. GM hardtop convertible roofline.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

This one did have buckets but i sold them

Excellent video Ryan :) to bad that motor had big issues problems and but learned what happened and hopefully next vechile be okay too!

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

Great video and car😁🇺🇲🇳🇴 Cold like here i live🥶

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I know you are a Chevy guy, but I for one would keep that Buick!

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris but i have too many keepers as is haha

Hmm this should be a interesting video. Good luck ryan.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Duane

G'day mate still awesome buddy keep plugging along buddy appreciate it mate all the best 👍 👍🇦🇺🇦🇺

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

thanks Gazza!

I thought you would have got rid of all that debris before you started pulling the engine apart.

Buick Wildcat, That's pretty rare, I don't think I've ever seen one before.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

not many were made!

Nothing endeavored, nothing gained. Good autopsy just the same. Possibilities were there (somewhat) until the (un)hole-y piston showed it's face. That said, don't let it get parted out. A '62 Buick two-door with a nailhead is a pretty rare get. I agree with folks below - this is a fetching find that someone will get up-and-running in no time. Wish I were already retired; I'd take her off your hands!

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, got to try to find out!

Cool car cool vid!!!!!!!!! 👍👍👍

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man

nailheads are such an interesting engine

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Yes they are

This engine could be remachined and rebuilt. Numbers matching engine, with tons of horsepower!!!

@urbanurchin5930

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly my thoughts as well ! .... This Buick has a pretty decent body - it would be a shame to see it parted out. The rebuilt nailhead would be an excellent video and the result - with matching numbers - would be a stunning build. Hope the next guy sees the potential !

@adamvalenzuela6626

2 жыл бұрын

With all that dirt going in during tear down will need a rebuild.

@grantkoeller8911

2 жыл бұрын

Can you imagine this engine all freshly rebuilt with slightly hotter cam, headers, holly carb and Edelbrock high rise manifold! Unreal!!

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

It would be cool to see it all redone

@rhuttrho88

2 жыл бұрын

That's what I was thinking while reading the title of the video!🤔🤷🏿‍♂️👌🏿

Never had any luck using used gaskets. God video but to cold to be working on anything metal . stay warm ,Ryan.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dale

The water came in thru the intake as seen on the rust on the cylinder head intake ports.Still a good video.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

thanks Nick!

I dig the flat top 4 door, looks like a 1959 Impala or possibly a Buick Le Sabre or Invecta.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Its a 59 impala

@k.c.marshall921

2 жыл бұрын

"Invicta".

@jamespn

2 жыл бұрын

@@k.c.marshall921 oops, thanks.

@k.c.marshall921

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamespn Lol,...anytime!

For a young man your age, you certainly know an awful lot about old vintage cars!

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jack

@jackgalbraith5652

2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your videos Ryan. Keep up the nice work!

I commend you for trying to get the engine apart and going again.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

thanks Andy

when you were removing the rockers,someone was making a bonfire next to ur house? 🤣

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Lol yea thats our neighbor Bob 🤣

Ryan: The most important piece of information is "why did it fail"???? If someone rebuilds it and doesn't find that out the same thing could happen. Age is a good guess, but it's still a guess!

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

I bet that hole in piston didnt help any! Lol

Dug the top end dive into the old V8. Powerful cordless impact makes quick work of tear down. Ryan, maybe look at this as a reminder why you steer clear of this aspect of dealing with classic cars. Your time is better spent saving the salvageable and parting out the rest.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, youre right but the viewers want to see it, so i can try my best to provide!

Well it’s official. Can be used for parts. Can hole on the piston is a death blow. Thank you for sharing!

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment!

@grantkoeller8911

2 жыл бұрын

New pistons and rings

I enjoyed your struggle for not. Keep the content coming.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mel

COOL ENGINE!! I WONDER IF IT CAN BE REBUILT?

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Anything can with enough time and money

It could of back fierd and thats a reason the valley pan could have separated from the block, or water could have pushed it up off the block

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thats a good thought

You can have that cold weather. Would’ve been a nice car in the day and would resto ok with time n money.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

lol hopefully the cold isnt here for much longer

Someone will want that block for a project. Pass it on.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

i did list it for sale this summer, no takers

Can you give us a update of the cotton half 55 Chevy impala

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

The ravine car? Its gone and the remnants are sitting at my farm

@danielb-c9100

2 жыл бұрын

The one that you dig out the woods that was down a big hill

@danielb-c9100

2 жыл бұрын

Is it restored yet

Wouldn't you rather fix cars in the comfort of your cozy garage or workshop? 😊

@IowaClassicCars

7 ай бұрын

The garage is finally all done now lol

you can tell its your first time doing this😜 lol but good on ya for trying

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Lol im expert at flipping em, not tearing engines down🤣 but it was fun, ill give it a go again sometime

Your Amazon link says this "Currently unavailable. We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock." Maybe you should talk to the manufacturer and ask if he has any to sell.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Thats the link they provided. Hmmm very odd.

All Pistons are made out of aluminum Ryan. I don't think you will come across a Piston that is made out of anything else but aluminum.

@racecar2933

2 жыл бұрын

Also, the nailhead engine is kinda an odd engine in itself. The best way to break a nailhead engine free is to do what you just did in the video. It has something to do with how the Pistons are raked and/or the displacement of the heads that make it hard to break free from being stuck. I'm not sure what size nailhead engine I have in my 59 buick, but it took me several months to break it free. Also, using diesel fuel to "unstuck" an engine is more or less pointless. All diesel fuel is, is gasoline with a few additives and oil mixture. The only plus side of using diesel instead of gasoline to unstick an engine is diesel is a little bit thicker and has a higher oil content. The best way I found is to use a penetrating oil. On the other hand, my buick is an odd one. It is coded as a lesabre, but it has the Invicta trim package on it. It is also a badge delete car. All lesabers came with the 364, 2-barrel nailhead, but this one is a 4-barrel. I'm guessing that it was special ordered to look like the expensive model, but be more affordable for the customer.

You would be money ahead by keeping that buick.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Got a more solid car , next weeks video

This car is the definition of bad a$$ cool!!!!

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely

To bad about motor. Never had any luck using esed

Im gonan make a video - will the tires fill with air ! hahaha or maybe will my washer jets spray? haha

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Okay? Go for it lol never know without tryin

what is that white stuff on the ground?

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

lol i wish it wasnt here, thats for sure

@k.c.marshall921

2 жыл бұрын

Its called snow.

Marvel mystery oil

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

That stuff does work good

what was your neighbour up too? burning stuff?

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, yeah i was wondering if anyone would comment that

Are you in Ebay?

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

i am not

Why not just put another engine into the Buick?

Those Pistons are gone trust me you need to replace the Pistons and the Rings and the head gaskets never put those old gaskets back in you'll never have that car running properly the Pistons need to be removed from the cylinders and you need to hone out the walls of the cylinders there's a right way and a wrong way to do things I have a 57 Chevy with a numbers match 283 two of the Pistons broke in for places without damaging the cylinder walls I replaced the Pistons put new rings on them and the ones that were not damaged I used Marvel's Mystery Oil to test the float level of the oil above the Pistons the old head gaskets that we're in the 283 were replaced also by me i also replaced the timing chain and gears you need to put new intake manifold gaskets on that new pistons and new rings and hone out the cylinder walls I have two KZread channels one is this one rich 220 and rich_220 you also need to check the connecting rods and the connecting rod bearings and once everything is replaced everything must be torqued down to specifications with a torque wrench by foot pounds every one of the new connecting rod bearings need white lithium grease the 57 Chevy has 16 bolts on each side just for the heads eight bolts for the exhaust manifold and 12 bolts for the intake that are connected to the heads

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yes, theyd need replaced

You always struggle. And that's why we watch.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, thanks

Why

@ericenneking9680

2 жыл бұрын

Is it for sale? I had one many moons ago...

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

Its been traded off. Youll see for what next week

You tried!

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

all we can do, give it our best shot!

You couldn't give me a duralast battery. They're garbage.

Spoiler alert

If your not doing anything, then your NOT LEARNING!!

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

amen to that

First and LAST video of yours I will watch! You have no clue about the interior of an engine. Head and Intake Gaskets are single use. A Windage tray is over Crankshaft in Oil Pan. The cover under intake is a Valley Cover. All Pistons are Aluminum.

@IowaClassicCars

2 жыл бұрын

sorry i couldnt entertain, not everyone likes me and thats okay