Will it run? Music legend's 1949 Chevy Fleetline!
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- čas přidán 3. 03. 2024
- One year ago, we tried to get this 49 Chevy running. We have since discovered this car's amazing history, and are giving it another try at new life!
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Hi them round gold clips are off tractors to hold 3 point linkage on
Dave uk
👍 Yep lynch pins.
Richard and Christina, I live in Alabama, and I have a 1950 Chevy 3100 with that same engine. It turns over freely. You're welcome to have it if you want to come pull it. I have all the tools (hoist, etc.) and a garage.
Hoping they will take you up on your offer!
@@williamhelms9942, they're welcome to it. I'm putting a different engine in the truck. It might as well get used.
What a great offer! Where in AL is it?
@@whattherust, I live in east central Alabama. The town is called Wadley. Not too far from the Georgia state line.
That would be awesome if they would come and get it for the car! That’s a great offer friend!Thanks 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻
You guys are true hero's, keep up the good content. Much love to both of you
Richard and Christina, the Dynamic Duo! Again, you exceeded expectations with a great video. Thanks, guys!
Thank you for the support Danny.
This old car reminds me of my buddy John Reid. We were seniors in high school in 1965. His was a 2 tone green. It had belonged to an old man who in later years used as a "fishing car" . Mechanically it was very good. The body had major dents on all 4 fenders. John being the thrifty guy he was swung a deal for $35. We tuned it up and the old fleetline always started. I told john we could fix the body with junkyard parts but John was not interested. When you rode in it it ran so smooth you forgot about the BTS body. No rust. John drove it for 2 years and some old woman with a caddy ran a stop sign and totaled it. Her insurance company paid john $350 bucks. That darn John always came out ahead.
That is a great story! Thank you for sharing.
Wow! What a wild video!
I've never seen a couple with so much determination.
Apparently there's nothing you two can't do.
Which I think is awesome.
Thanks Gary!
How cool it's to have Bill there who drove this wonderful car so many years ago😊 This is fun😅😊
Right on!
I'm restoring an old 240Z. After looking for the original owner, I found he'd passed on, but I found his son. The son said his dad bought the car for his sister to drive in college. They were surprised and kind of excited that the ole Z was still around. It's always cool to find the history of a car. Even it it didn't belong to someone famous.
So true. In almost all cases we are never able to figure out the history. When we do, like with your 240Z and this Chevy, it really adds to the fun.
Foe me, myself, and I, I would LOVE to see a complete rebuild/restoration of that "49! Certainly, one could locate a good "period" engine and have it rebuilt (6-volt and all)!
It is tempting. This car has a lot of history, and a replacement engine can be had cheap.
Those two rings you showed in the beginning are Lynch Pins for attaching drawbar to tractor 3 point hitch and other attachments. I will send them all the time on my 1951 Ford 8n. Thank all are great . Keep on keeping on .
Thanks Bobby! More to come.
Best episode yet! Richard giving it everything he's got & Christina is really becoming quite the mechanic too! Look forward to the next one with the owner & family. So cool.
Lynch pins for tractor 3 point hitch
If it was just one or the other of y'all, I probably wouldn't watch. But you two are so good together that I never miss an episode. You guys are great!!!
Thank you for the feedback. Much appreciated!
Well done Guys for not giving up. That's the most seized engine I've ever seen! I really felt your hard work.
Thanks very much. I am taking one more try at it soon.
Those gold colored pins are used to attach tractor implements. Wow!! This engine really fought tooth and nail.....unbelievable. Not surprising considering how rusty the engine was. Hopefully a breakthrough can be made. I'm very much looking foward to the next video!! Thank you so much for all your hard work, Richard and Christina!! And thank you for sharing!! 😎
Thanks as always David. I have an idea as to how to get the #4 piston unstuck. I hope it works!
Mr. B. Here ! ☕️👀😎👍 Congratulations you guys have shown the human spirit, at 71 playing with cars since I was 14 years, the time you took to show viewers what happen to these vehicles after they are trashed ! Please forgive old man I understand you would like to make it run , what you found was more to show why not spend you valuable time, fine a small block & transmission not new make it run and save the 49 , you guys are tops in my book working together ! 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks Mr. B! I agree, and engine swap is the way to go.
Very cool, can’t wait to see part 2, awesome job
That piece of wood you found at the beginning of the video is a handle for a world war one military shovel. The head is adjustable, straight is a shovel, 45 degrees is a pic, and it folds back to make it compact enough to carry on the solders pack pac. I was used mainly for digging ' Fox Holes '.
also used in WW2
Wow, that is very cool. It is in very nice condition for the age, Thank you for the info.
Cross cut saw handle. The round pins are called lynch pins. They are used mostly on farm implements to quickly attach them to tractors.
Hey :) you guys are the definition of "leave no stone unturned" and "not gonna quit". Great video, looking forward to part 2.
I'll have part 2 ready as soon as I can. Thanks for the support!
I don't understand why you are saying the engine is junk. I've been wrenching for 30 years, and unless the block itself is damaged, no engine is junk. It depends on how much you want to spend, but a good machine shop can resleeve a cylinder just like they did in the past. So many engines get tossed when a resleeve and a tank clean is all that's needed. If an engine is rare, it's worth machining it. Just an idea.
A Chevrolet 216 is not a rare engine look on market place you still can find them gm made hundreds of thousands of them.
@@richardjackson1397 I never said this engine was rare. I said if "an" or "the" engine is rare.
That is what I was thinking. To have a shop machine that damaged bore and re-sleeve it! 😊
Im an old car guy over here in Compton calif ,good job !!! Im happy fir you!!!!
Hi Richard, you can send that block to a good machine shop and they can sleeve the bad cylinders & install new pistons ..I love watching your adventures
That's right. Thanks for watching the channel! More adventures coming.
Great fun watching you guy's having fun That's an old 216 motor,don't see too many of them anymore !
That's right. Most have been discarded in favor of a V8.
Those pins you thought were hood pins are called linch pins. There used a lot on farm implements.
Bill Percel at a huge hit with one of my all time favorite songs Our Winter Love. I have the recording
That's right, Ron.
Hi guy's this video is amazing, and I really enjoy watching how your wife is learning more and more every day. Congratulations, both are a fantastic couple of mechanical engineers. 👍
Thank you for the nice comment. We really appreciate it.
Can't wait to see you get the Fleetline running!
distributor cap: when I was about 12 or so I dug an old six-cylinder distributor cap out of the junk at Dad's gas station. The cap I found was a Chevy six cap like this one. Painted it, filled the inside with plaster of Paris, glued felt to the bottom and gave it to Mom as a pen holder for her desk. She still had it when she passed away and I have it back.
That is a very cool story. I am motivated to do the same with this one.
At 4:15 those pins are used to keep the thru pin on each point of a 3-point hitch on a tractor 🚜 so you don’t lose any of the pins holding the implement onto the three-point hitch. 😊
Cant wait for part two! I think its amazing you folks pushing forward on this car!
Hi guys, I live in Sweden and your channel is the best ! I love 1949-1952 chevys and so do you it seems. Thanks for being so persistant and informative with what you are doing.
Your welcome! Yes, we love the 49-54 Chevys.
Were watching turnin rusts vid about Elvis and the 12 Caddies he gave away, didn't matter if it was a hoax or not the smile on his Dads face riding in the back made my whole year!
Richard and Christina....this is great and real life. Not all always goes well. Why are you messing around with an engine where the cylinders are blown out ? Few options...keep this engine, have machine shop press in new sleeves after boring block to take largest sleeves that will fit then bore sleeves maybe .40 over. Get a stroker crank...go long stroke for torque. Higher relieved top pistons for higher compression. High lift short duration cam for choppy sound and better performance. Lifters can be hydraulic but my preference is solid. New springs rockers and valves with ported and polished head. Intake single four barrel or three deuces. Exhaust split going into large 427 chambered pipes. Now all that is left is to finish. Nicely done. Have fun and stay safe.
That is a nice vision, Richard. Ultimately, I think I'll swap the engine for another six or an SBC.
Excellent video Christina :) , Richard :) those pins for Farm Tractor on 3 point hitch on back for middle one or arms for hook up Cultivator or plows or swing Blade and much more implement for any Farm Tractor makes and models from 1930's to present years! Even my late Dad of old Metal barrel with cement on arms with 3/4 round bar in middle for 2 arms for Loader tractor Desiel motor on small one 1963 McCormick International B414 Loader tractor for Clean barn yard or heavy duty rock out feilds plus Snow Removal then 1987 bought a Used at Farm Auction a 1978 International 724 B loader Desiel fuel same with Cement barrel too for help on traction the 3/4 inch round bar use pins too on 3 point hitch arms!
Right on, Andrew. Thanks for the info!
@@whattherust welcome and I grew up farm that how knew about pins and becarefull with pin finger also hurt like big ouchie!
You guys are the best❤
Thanks Bruce!
Great video. Two part videos are just fine. Remember those old cars well. I was born in 49. Best wishes. Really enjoyed.
Memories of my 78 Mercury Monarch after I ran Berrymans B-12 in the engine had to keep using a screwdriver 🪛 and poke the drain pan it was like mud, looked like the car was taking a number 2 😅
So true.
That is called a "Splash & Dip" oil system. That engine will idle all day on 12 - 15 psi of oil pressure and run at road speed at between 35 and 45 psi.
Those goldy coloured pins are for a trailer tailgate. The ring straighten out to insert. Then you push the ring back down to lock it in place.
Well, a musical legend 😊 Richard mate, you have such patience. I just spent the last 5 days in the recording studio, so it was nice to watch someone else work (sorry Richard)
What kind of music? Thanks for watching Bruce.
Amazing video! And what a story to share. This is definitely one for the books. I can’t wait to see a part two! Don’t give up. We’re all rooting for you!
Thank you for the support!
head gasget blew out. cylinder filled with water hard frost. crack goes the block. it always amazed me how powerful a hard freeze and water can do. same happend on my old s10 chevy pickup. you are right on this one. good job you two,,
I remember. Great. Car. Make sense. Thanks
This is one of my favorites so far. The epidimy of will it start. Thank you for your channel! 😀
Glad you liked it! Thank you for the support.
The pin is a Lynch Pin. You would use it to hold a drawbar into your tractor, most farm implements on older tractors require these to fasten them to your tractor. Great try on the engine, should be quite something to see her running.
All of you got a lot of work done today it made for a awesome video looking forward to part 2
Thanks Dale! I'll get part 2 done as soon as I can.
"That is Concerning" sounds like a T shirt!
Awesome determination, why don't you guys replace it with a same year vintage block.and keep the top half? Like the video good job keep up the good work💪
We may do that, or replace the entire engine. These are cheap to buy, because people pull them out to replace with a V8.
Thanks for the reply,keep on doing what you all your video is educational and entertaining,👍.
With the history of this car, it is hard to say whether to preserve, restore or retro-mod it. Both Richard and Christina are absolutely inspirational in their dedication to our automotive heritage on the road where it belongs.
So true Matt. I am thinking preserve, but I could see it being souped up a bit with a later-model drivetrain.
It should be kept STOCK. American cars have become quite rare, so the remaining ones should be kept STOCK, ad they are part of our culture and history.
You have a valid point. However, "hot rodding" has been a part of our car culture for over 100 years. Personally, I'd like to see a modern inline 6 and a 5 speed in it to keep the spirit of the car. But that is only my opinion. Be well sir.@@michaelbenardo5695
Thank you for sharing Richard
You're very welcome, Dan.
That handle is for a 2 man cross cut saw the pins are used on tractors for keeping things in place
enjoyed watching the video. look forward to part 2.
Thanks! Coming soon.
Hi Rich you worked on this motor a long time. I have to say Rich you know your stuff!. Another great vidio much enjoyed Thank You Richard & Christine your the best 👌
Thanks for another guys !
You're welcome!
I'm ready for another great video. Keep up the hard work, I love the videos!
Thanks very much. We have more on the way!
Richard, I love part twos!! Part 3s, 4s, whatever is necessary!!
Right on!
I didn't know the grill was from a different car. There was very little between the two model years to tell them apart. I had just started elementary school when that car was new, but I was enthralled by cars even then and paid close attention to what they looked like. Since I liked to draw pictures of cars I took note of the differences. Back then, and through the rest of the 20th century, automobiles were more than just transportation or convenience, they were also works of art. I can't say that for the hideous things they design nowadays. Anyhow, I really enjoy your website and consider it the best of all. You two make a great couple.
You capture the style perfectly, "works of art". That is why I like old cars so much. Today's cars are nothing like that. It would be interesting to know how many hours were spent on the design of the 49 Chevy vs. a new Chevy today. I am sure it is not even close.
Wow! She's stuck.Can't wait for part two.
Very good job as always...greetings from Greece
Great work!! Honestly I would have walked away from this one but I'm glad you didn't. Looking forward to part 2. As always, thanks for the video 🙂
You're welcome. I start on part 2 next week.
I LOVE YOU GUYS THANK YOU GOD BLESS KEEP IT GOING
Thanks David. More videos coming!
Great job
I was so excited to see you on the tube, because I needed a break, and there you were. Great seeing you again! Wow, I've never seen a cylinder with a hole in it! But, It was a magnificent Effort trying to get it to spin, though! Can't wait to see a 5 cylinder Chevy run! Ha.
Thanks Ronald. I too am looking forward to the Chevy straight 5 engine.
The pins you found are linch pins for 3 point linkage on tractors
I love these two!
Pins are for a tractor 3 point hitch attachment .
Really like your videos !!
Thank you. Bob. More videos coming!
Great job. Sharing
Transmission fluid works good but I drain all of the old oil out and I fill the crank case up with diesel fuel and run the motor for 20 to 30 minutes. The diesel fuel will break the old oil up and suspend it in with the diesel fuel and then you can drain the oil/fuel out and it will all come out.
ive been watching the video all the way through, cheering for that engine to rotate i still believ in the end youll get it running
Thanks Gary. I am going to give it all I have.
I really enjoy watching your videos. I've noticed now how destined you are about getting a motor to turn over even if the motor is shot. Lol...
but you got to get this car running again to go to uh collector. I went through my ol mans LP collection the other day and when you mentioned Bill Pursell I remember some of his music he had. Brought back memories when I was uh lad...
Glad this video brought back some memories. I haven't given upon the 49 just yet.
Richard and Christina, great to see you both again. Great video and cool old Chevy! Good luck and cheers!😁👍🔧🛠️
Thanks Billy! More on this one to come.
@@whattherust Ok, great!
Thank you for sharing another great video.
You're welcome. Thanks for watching.
Richard and Christine this is one of my favorite videos that a car got reunited with its original owner
Thanks. It was pretty cool to hear the background of how a single family owned it so long. It has also brought two friends from high school back in touch.
so nice how christine really gets involved!
Hello Richard & Christina. You have the crank moving. Undo the con rod, move crank to bottom of throw, get a hardwood dowel that fits well, prefferably oak or ash. and drive that block with a 15 or 20 pound sledge hammer. The piston will move believe me. They ALWAYS move, if that piston was almost at bottom of stroke and can not come out the bottom of block use a hydraulic jack and push it out the top.Time consuming yes but you seem to have the desire to have the engine roll over. Good luck, looking forward to seeing the next part.
Thank you for the tip. I agree with you. I need a bigger hammer, a piece of hard wood, and some heat on the cylinder walls. I think that will do it.
Nice job cool chevy congratulations you show 👍👍👏👏👏❤️🇺🇲
Hi guy's.... I love every vidio's you make. Can't wait to see next. Thank You🎉
Thank you for the support, Jim.
You guys are quick ! i see you framed that opening to a working door !
That is a trick of the camera. The part of the shop with the 49 does have a crudely framed door, but the is not the area I need to frame in. Thanks for the support!
Those rings with pins is probably trailer gate pins great content😎
One thing that works well with rust is vinegar or any mild acid such as citric acid.
That was tough seeing that cylinder wall. Looking forward to part 2 though.
Right, it presents possibilities and challenges.
That is really giving you a hard time. You're very determined. It's nice to see Christina getting stuck in.
Right, this one was very tough, and we just ran out of time and patience with it.
You guys are the best! Just love the energy you put into every video especially when you learned the amazing history that came with this car. I have no doubt you will get it running even if on 5 cylindars just like you get that infamous 48 Dodge going. haha
You have a good memory! That 48 Dodge was unbelievable, but it show what could be done with this 49.
@@whattherust I was blown away when you got that 48 dodge running. Since then I've believed unless the engine is catastropically damaged you're gonna get every engine running. haha Can't wait for part 2!
Wow, that pan wasn't draining, it was defecating!
You guys are amazing. Love your videos.
Appreciate the comment!
That was an amazing effort. I would have given up long before, and gone for another engine. I have a feeling that it was a lot more enjoyable to watch than be in your predicament.
So true Doug. I was worn out at the end of this one.
Those are hitch pins for attaching implements to a 3 point hitch on a tractor
The pins are used on tractor lift arms to hold attachments on.
Love your content!
Hi y’all from west Alabama hugs
Wow Richard i would have stopped and just pulled the engine when I saw the broken cylinder wall. Great video, can't wait to see if you get it running on 5 cylinders. If you do change out and keep a straight 6 engine, I would go with a 250. keep up the good work!
235 would be better, as it would just drop in if it was pre 56.
@@michaelbenardo5695you right it would be easier, motor mounts are the same, but you would want a 1953 and later 235, since the earlier models still used babbit. I would go for the more modern 250, and fab some new motor mounts but thats just me.
I've got a 52 in Alabama that is terribly rusted. That engine should drop right in (if I can get it running).
The pens are for a tractor attachments
The short wooden handle is what is left of a survival shovel, most likely from an army surplus kit.
Those two pins are from a farm tractor 3 point linkage, the handle could be from some sort of old trenching tool.
Never seen that before, still never excellent job,.
A machine shop can install tophat cylinder liners to fix the motor. They do it all the time on diesels
good job Cristine and Richard-really stuck valves are a pain-
Thanks Alexander!
U guys need a bore scope.would have seen the problem alot sooner.great job as usual.looking forward for part 2.
We actually did scope it way back when we first saw the car a year ago, but it wasn't a clear enough picture for me to see the damage. I knew the cylinder was rusted, but had no idea it had a huge hole in it. Thanks for watching, and I'll make sure part 2 comes quickly.
Great job guys and I can appreciate the human factor! I wish I could find the 47 Plymouth I had in high school! Sold at auction in Kentucky in about 1976. Of course the engine can be sleeved if “numbers matching” is important. Otherwise this is a good candidate for a re-power, perhaps a 350?
I am thinking an engine swap. The V8 is enticing for sure, but I'd have to change out the drivetrain due to the torque tube and old style bell housing. Maybe I will go with another 216. I have one in Alabama. Thanks for the support!
Wahoo. 😅 Love these old chevys.