1971 Chevelle SITTING For 20ish Years - Will It Run? NNKH

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  • ~Part 2: • 1971 Junkyard Chevelle...
    This 1971 Chevelle has been sitting in a yard for roughly 20 years or so. Lets see what she needs to get running and driving again.
    0:00 Intro/First Looks
    04:07 T-Shirt Announcement
    05:37 Under Hood Inspection
    10:23 Engine #'s/Underbody
    14:25 First Rotate/Starter
    19:30 Battery/Trunk/Wiring/Cranking
    26:25 Fuel/First Start
    29:52 Carb/Oil Change
    38:06 Brakes
    46:33 Fuel Pump
    50:19 Combo Brake Valve
    54:24 Brake Hoses
    56:28 Final Touches
    57:38 Test Drive
    01:02:56 Aftermath/Outro
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    Thanks so much for watching and I hugely appreciate any channel support. Thank you!
    ~More NNKH @ linktr.ee/NoNonsenseKnowHow
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  • @michaelthompsons2074
    @michaelthompsons2074 Před 2 lety +69

    For a young man you know your way around these old cars, I'm glad to see this

    • @walkingman9171
      @walkingman9171 Před rokem +1

      And has a handy girl as well.

    • @G77799
      @G77799 Před 11 měsíci

      I just stumbled upon your channel I have to say V G G is cool but I really like your organization style and appreciate the way you explain things and how you use or rebuild what you have to work with. Keep doing what you’re doing thank ya 🇺🇸

    • @G77799
      @G77799 Před 11 měsíci

      Oooo yes and your Wife (?). Well crafty as well. God bless you ✝️🇺🇸

  • @gears9741
    @gears9741 Před měsícem +9

    Hi Chris, I just watched the show on the 71' Chevelle again. I heard you mention that someone had commented that your show wasn't as good as Vice Grip Garage. Your effort is just as good as Dereck's. I'm a big fan and your show and Vice Grip Garage and the differences in the two shows are what makes them popular and must see for me. Chris, the one thing I really enjoy about your show is efforts and knowledge you have in the automotive industry. . You're not afraid to tackle anything in your way. I've been around auto mechanics my entire life and many things you tackle bring back fond memories for me. The added side trips with Jen & Gus also are a stroll down memory lane. The only thing that I would have to do first is thoroughly clean whatever I was working on. Almost no one producing your kind of show does that. Check to make sure it's not locked up then clean. In closing, keep up the good work. I hope to get the opportunity to meet you and your family someday. I did figure out who is the real star of the show N.N.K.H. That is Gus!!

  • @AngelSanchez-du8ze
    @AngelSanchez-du8ze Před rokem +24

    I like this guys channel, doing our car community a favor by keeping these neglected cars from the scrapper. He has a lot of practical knowledge but doesn’t pretend to know everything. He seems to treat his GF well too, I just get the impression he enjoys life and doesn’t try too hard to make his channel something other then what it is: no nonsense know how. Keep up the good work, many of us enjoy your content.

  • @larryjoe1357
    @larryjoe1357 Před 8 měsíci +5

    When cars were fun, thank you for bring back some old memories. Put a tear in this old mans eye.

  • @rickbaker4571
    @rickbaker4571 Před 2 lety +390

    I love Derek at VGG, but everyone doesn't need to be the same. Keep doing what you are doing. This is a great channel and you kick ass. Ms. NNKH seems like a sweetheart. Lovin the channel.

    • @jcargentum
      @jcargentum Před 2 lety +8

      37:59 Atta boy! 👍👍

    • @pallewalker
      @pallewalker Před 2 lety +15

      It would be cool to see a vid with vgg and nnkh together

    • @rickbaker4571
      @rickbaker4571 Před 2 lety +33

      @@pallewalker nah, I don't get the whole cross-pollination thing. I don't want to see the Eagles play with the Doobies... let things be what they are.

    • @bobg4654
      @bobg4654 Před 2 lety +15

      I think there styles are to far apart to make a good collab video.

    • @cardiffgiant9406
      @cardiffgiant9406 Před 2 lety +14

      Likewise, and I actually enjoy the different style of these videos. Keep up the good work!

  • @TheAndy1268
    @TheAndy1268 Před 2 lety +348

    This channel quickly turned into one of my fav YT channels. Vice Grip Garage is great, NNKH is great. Both can coexist peacefully next to each other.

    • @2509498788
      @2509498788 Před 2 lety +9

      I have to agree with you

    • @2509498788
      @2509498788 Před 2 lety +7

      @@chevelleguy8059 that guy is a character in Oklahoma

    • @OBSUSAObsusa
      @OBSUSAObsusa Před 2 lety +9

      Ol Morskis a good Chanel .

    • @OBSUSAObsusa
      @OBSUSAObsusa Před 2 lety +1

      2 reasons I subscribed 1 because it's my favorite chevelle and 2 the guitar in the background. No all asides I enjoyed the content. And what part of Philly did you get it from? It looks familiar. I did a lot of street racing in the 90s the meadows and front st with my old buddy John Razz and his pop.

    • @yeetus59
      @yeetus59 Před 2 lety +12

      Junkyard Digs is great too

  • @timothygeiger8271
    @timothygeiger8271 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Those traction bars on the Chevelle were popular back in the day. When i was going to school for auto mechanics back in the late 80's, several guys put them on their muscle cars.

  • @waynemoses3956
    @waynemoses3956 Před rokem +3

    I like how you roll. Never seem to give up.

  • @swatson0061
    @swatson0061 Před rokem +60

    I love how Jen is down for anything and always willing to help. Awesome video.

    • @davidquinn9676
      @davidquinn9676 Před rokem +4

      Yeah. Hurry up and make her an honest woman, all the best!

    • @ChrisWalker-wy7fy
      @ChrisWalker-wy7fy Před 8 měsíci

      God bless America ❤

    • @Idkjustyet
      @Idkjustyet Před 7 měsíci

      Wifey lol

    • @tonny.c
      @tonny.c Před 6 měsíci +1

      But you can also see she absolutely hates this car and just politely smiles lol

  • @anthonyponis9684
    @anthonyponis9684 Před rokem +68

    I recently viewed your video, and as a mechanic for 50 years I found your video as a blast from the past. I have a few tips that might help you out in the future When you want to open the the trunk but don't have a key ,you can gain access by removing the rear seat cushion, then with three feet of extensions Usually taped together( for convenience ) and a 3/8 socket you can remove the striker, that way you can keep all of the original locks as one key will fit the doors as well. The pass. door most likely has a number on it. Also when you have to loosen a rusted piece, next time you heat up with your torch rub it with wax while it;s hot then after it cools, break it free, it worked for me! Looking for a similar project myself. keep them rolling and good luck in the future!

    • @stevechancey167
      @stevechancey167 Před rokem +12

      I just ran across your videos a few days ago and really enjoy them. Just a heads up on the broken tap, anyone who does much mechanic work should invest in a set of tap extractors. I am 74 years old and only found out about them about 20 years ago. They come in 3 and 4 flute for the different 3 and 4 flute taps. You might only need one every few years but nothing else takes their place. Keep the videos coming.

  • @ghouliesgarage3922
    @ghouliesgarage3922 Před měsícem +2

    I've watched all your videos at least twice . I watch several well known CZcamsrs and you're the ONLY one who knows how to correctly take out an Oil Drain plug without making a mess ! Thought it was worth mentioning

  • @georgemartinez3656
    @georgemartinez3656 Před rokem +3

    Dear Sir, The most important system on an engine is the cooling system. Why? Because they burn gasoline. Of course you would never run an engine without oil. But I have seen more engines destroyed by a malfunctioning cooling system than anything else. However I do believe that you are an awesome mechanic. Good luck on your endeavors. I will enjoy watching very much. Thank you.

  • @unclerick8224
    @unclerick8224 Před 2 lety +66

    I appreciate your no-nonsense approach to auto repair. I like the fact that you attempt to repair parts (break pump and fuel pump) rather than just replace them with new. The skill of rebuilding a master cylinder is one that has been lost of late. A lady who can handle a power tool and bleed brakes is a keeper!

    • @honeybear8485
      @honeybear8485 Před rokem +1

      Yes yes yes explain everything fast we can always rewind...😊👍👍👍👍👍👍💚 Nice job u good man lol 👍. And if you don't feel like playing with brake lines bending and flaring especially in the engine bay and master cylinder I found a flex line company it was like $3 a foot but super easy

    • @TOMVUTHEPIMP
      @TOMVUTHEPIMP Před rokem

      Trying to repair stuff gives him content to post. Its basically click bait ands he knows this stuff should all be in the dumpster.

    • @francoamerican4632
      @francoamerican4632 Před rokem

      How is it click bait? Do you even know the definition of click bait?

    • @TOMVUTHEPIMP
      @TOMVUTHEPIMP Před rokem

      @@francoamerican4632 This is just an advert for Holley you dummy.

    • @danielcutillo5683
      @danielcutillo5683 Před měsícem

      Dude , you bring your girl with you on the Chevelle ‘ maiden voyage . The rad isn’t secured , the battery isn’t secured and the brake reservoir cap isn’t secured .,and your full on into the pedal in a big block creating what … ? I do enjoy your channel just thinking you need to maybe slow things down .

  • @pingman2
    @pingman2 Před 2 lety +121

    I have watched many car videos but, never have I seen a mechanic more knowledgeable and more equipped for the small things that can go wrong while working on a car. I am beyond impressed with your abilities, and I am sick that I can't find one of these cars. I would give my left arm to have a muscle car again. I watched the entire video and Subscribed!! Great job Chris.

    • @francoamerican4632
      @francoamerican4632 Před rokem

      They're out there. Google is a great resource

    • @thegonzo6651
      @thegonzo6651 Před rokem +2

      Vice grip garage

    • @khan-ys7wl
      @khan-ys7wl Před rokem

      ​@@thegonzo6651⁹😅😢the best of its all 0:03 0:07 9😊😊😊😊😅😅😮😢😢🎉😂❤

    • @scottgibbs7235
      @scottgibbs7235 Před 7 měsíci +2

      I love VGG. But be yourself and do it your way. Great video. I subscribed!

    • @shineyholman6694
      @shineyholman6694 Před 7 měsíci +1

      Amen

  • @WhoodaWoo
    @WhoodaWoo Před rokem +1

    The fact that the mold doesn’t bother them on the test drive is hilarious 😂🤣 gotta love it

  • @C_lamity
    @C_lamity Před 11 měsíci +1

    This is a man of focus, commitment, and sheer f*ckin will

  • @stephenmoon9211
    @stephenmoon9211 Před 2 lety +94

    I love this video, its honest and real, I too watch Derek, and agree if everyone did the same thing it would get very old very quickly. I also like the fact that you try to fix things before just ordering a new part, not everyone has an abundance of spare cash to just throw at projects and many have to scrimp n save to complete a project. Very well done, keep up the good work.

    • @sophieszymeczek4787
      @sophieszymeczek4787 Před 2 lety +4

      Stephen..that is a good point you just brought up. He is demonstrating some good skills recovering and re-using those parts.

    • @jayceecombs6887
      @jayceecombs6887 Před 2 lety +1

      Great tutorial! Alot of good little tips that I have certainly missed, forgitten... so like me to do a similar "radd thing"... well, as said: needed an "upgrade" anyway! Thanx so much, really enjoyed it! J

    • @lukewyrzykowski7300
      @lukewyrzykowski7300 Před 2 lety +1

      I don’t want to sound like a opposer , because knowhows’s videos are great also but Derek, definitely works on a budget when away from home. Knowhow’s videos are definitely a little more in depth with explaining how parts work and how they slowly decay over time! Great channels and characters on both..💪

    • @jennifersugint
      @jennifersugint Před 2 lety +3

      I agree. That’s one thing I always admired about him was that he attempts to salvage and restore original parts before jumping to buy new ones. Sometimes it’s unavoidable. He gets it done though.

    • @francisbalabat2161
      @francisbalabat2161 Před 2 lety

      O

  • @TheHorsebox2
    @TheHorsebox2 Před 2 lety +11

    Never mind Vice Grip Garage. Let him do his own thing. You have a great channel. Never felt the need to skip any of the video, the mini tutorials are great.
    Loving that car. We don't get much of that stuff in Ireland.

  • @stevenrichardsonsr3812
    @stevenrichardsonsr3812 Před rokem +2

    No one into this type content would find boring that proportion valve tutorial boring. Keep doing those. No worries regards losing our attention 🙂

  • @leonardhirtle3645
    @leonardhirtle3645 Před 9 měsíci +3

    I’m hooked on this channel. Thanks to you and your wife.

  • @jJ-pq4tk
    @jJ-pq4tk Před 2 lety +11

    We appreciate your mechanical knowledge, don't let people discourage you in anyway. Thanks for the uploads.

  • @danhertel4604
    @danhertel4604 Před rokem +57

    I love how organized you are with all the drawers and bins of parts labeled

  • @Wherewaseye321
    @Wherewaseye321 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Just got back from visiting my sister and her kid's that are grown up with kid's in Minnesota told their husbands about you they have alot of friend's too that will love watching you

  • @hayded1
    @hayded1 Před rokem +8

    You're just so positive it's insane man. I know most mechanics would've blown a gasket on smacking the rad but you're just like "oh no biggie", incredible thing to see.

    • @Mike-jv4rz
      @Mike-jv4rz Před rokem +2

      Running or not- that Chevelle is worth a fortune as-is....

  • @CerebralAilment
    @CerebralAilment Před 2 lety +13

    Good video man - look forward to seeing more of it. I like how your first reaction to finding a broken part is to fix it instead of just throwing new aftermarket at it, bravo.

    • @NoNonsenseKnowHow
      @NoNonsenseKnowHow  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks man.

    • @harrywalker5836
      @harrywalker5836 Před 2 lety

      @@NoNonsenseKnowHow mikuni..here in aus.. my bro builds ,sells ford escorts. 20k,each. + -.ish. mk1 , "68 ish.. the makuni,run good on the engines, 2lt pinto, duratec,ect. cheap & great..stik 8 on the v8. cheap fuel injection,almost.. even with the rust. thats a 25k car here.. i have a 73,r/t chall,340 clone. sublime. guy in rio linda,ca, sorta ripped me off. sold as 440 leather,, but,it drives,no rust.. cost 17k. 6k import. chevelle,big block,chev.. ask any price, there stupid here for chevs..dont know why. im ford guy, the chev guys stik ford gear in there chevs,,just by a ford..won every race world wide,& still are..im saving for a pantera,, be mine when im 136..

    • @harrywalker5836
      @harrywalker5836 Před 2 lety

      @@NoNonsenseKnowHow raindeer,,srape some paint off the chev for there noses..2 dead ants for the ant lerse

    • @harrywalker5836
      @harrywalker5836 Před 2 lety

      @@NoNonsenseKnowHow master rust.. brake cyl hone..

  • @blautens
    @blautens Před 2 lety +136

    Great video as always. Don't worry about changing your "will it run" format - Derek does his thing - you do yours. I love how much progress you pack in one video. 1968 to 1972 GM intermediates are my favorites. We grew up with them in every style and make, including wagons, and they're so versatile and reliable, if I had to choose just one car to own, this would be it.

    • @rudyiraheta80
      @rudyiraheta80 Před 2 lety

      as of year 93 97 & 99 & 44

    • @ItsaRomethingeveryday
      @ItsaRomethingeveryday Před 2 lety

      I agree

    • @peterphillips1493
      @peterphillips1493 Před 2 lety

      He sure does move don’t he

    • @gregmarl
      @gregmarl Před rokem

      I agree totally. I love Derek's content but I love yours as well.

    • @Bob39965
      @Bob39965 Před rokem +2

      He does a why better job then vvg Dereks car maybe get home but they go know where else but his backyard broken? Chris get them on the road!

  • @GuildOfCalamity
    @GuildOfCalamity Před rokem +2

    "Don't tap a crooked hole" are definitely words to live by.

  • @PCDoctorUSA
    @PCDoctorUSA Před rokem +13

    Recently came across your channel and love the videos. As for folks commenting on VGG, Derek's got his style and you've got yours. Stay unique and keep the videos coming.

  • @junkyyarddawg
    @junkyyarddawg Před 2 lety +20

    Love the Chevelle! I learned to drive in a 72 at the age of 13. Back then SS parts cars were probably showing up in the junkyards and probably made their way to a Malibu. That yard has some pretty cool cars;

    • @rudyiraheta80
      @rudyiraheta80 Před 2 lety

      how old were you 2 years before you learn how to drive

    • @markmacdonald8512
      @markmacdonald8512 Před 7 měsíci

      @@rudyiraheta80You must be a math teacher. That would be 11.

    • @rudyiraheta80
      @rudyiraheta80 Před 7 měsíci

      @@markmacdonald8512 no that's for junkyyarddawg
      markmacdonald8512 type 13

  • @edvardsz3539
    @edvardsz3539 Před 2 lety +35

    One of the few good channels I found in 2021. Perfect editing, no 10 minute long talks without doing everything. Keep up the good work. And the helper is super beautiful. Subscription from me!

  • @Moku_Nui
    @Moku_Nui Před rokem +2

    Man… you are some kind of thorough. I learned so much. You’re my new fave YT hero

  • @MrOkrick
    @MrOkrick Před rokem +1

    at first i wasnt very fond of this channel but now it has moved to my
    one of my most watched channels

  • @windedtangent2415
    @windedtangent2415 Před 2 lety +17

    these videos show way more work than VGG does. Derek's channel is great and one of my favorites on youtube but this one is better for actually seeing how the real jobs are done.

    • @kiiiisu
      @kiiiisu Před rokem +2

      well said, i agree!

    • @georgehealy8350
      @georgehealy8350 Před rokem +2

      Yup, I love both channels but am learning more here

  • @dmcmanis03
    @dmcmanis03 Před 2 lety +14

    Love the real mechanic videos. Don't change.

  • @zackadamec9332
    @zackadamec9332 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I'm mind blown on how organized his shop is 😂 impressive

    • @NoNonsenseKnowHow
      @NoNonsenseKnowHow  Před 7 měsíci +1

      It's still a work in progress but yeah it's nice to finally have everything in one location and getting organized again

  • @packrat9433
    @packrat9433 Před rokem +2

    That's just badass! I will never, EVER rebuild a car - but you made me watch. While I was watching, I got a fine appreciation for your level of expertise. MY neighbor has this car which piqued my interest. You, Sir - Rock.

  • @michaelfunderburg2130
    @michaelfunderburg2130 Před 2 lety +3

    I've never seen such a knowledgable person on mechanics. He's the best!!

  • @c2c0rider
    @c2c0rider Před 2 lety +34

    Absolutely love these videos man. Stuck at home having to isolate with covid, and these "will it run" vids are passing the time very nicely!

    • @justin_time
      @justin_time Před 2 lety +4

      junkyard digs

    • @jris
      @jris Před 2 lety +2

      I hope you feel better soon bud.

    • @ghouliesgarage3922
      @ghouliesgarage3922 Před 2 lety

      Mortske's Puddings Fab Shop

    • @c2c0rider
      @c2c0rider Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you gents - Happy New Year!

    • @poplaurentiu4148
      @poplaurentiu4148 Před 2 lety +2

      Agree.. Still the car is already pretty naughty but on such skilled hands and with some few bits new parts, this Chevelle will turn out to be an cool retro-muscle ride ! ;0)

  • @kraftzion
    @kraftzion Před rokem +4

    I like your format the best. In fact the things you find boring like the proportioning valve, cleaning out a master cylinder or honing a drum brake cylinder is some of the most interesting content to me. Most channels would replace all three. I didn't know they could be saved with some elbow grease until watching you.

  • @dennisgannon
    @dennisgannon Před 7 měsíci +2

    You have to love the SOUND of that car. Vintage muscle.

  • @darinsheary8847
    @darinsheary8847 Před 2 lety +3

    In response to your VGG comment, Derrick is great and a real trooper trying to drive his cars home. But in this video you show how many things needed fixed just to make roadworthy. And even then more things go wrong on the test drive! That's real life working on these old beast. I plan on roadtripping a project back one day but need lots of time, tools and patience!

  • @ThatCountryBand
    @ThatCountryBand Před 2 lety +48

    Thank you Chris for taking the time to actually show us the "breakdowns" of the brake masters and fuel pumps etc....just picked up an old Ih pickup truck, the MC is shared for both brakes and clutch, I might just try to pull it apart now instead of buying a replacement! Thanks and Happy New Year!

  • @JRC99
    @JRC99 Před rokem +4

    The L88 hood, the stance, the slapper bars, this thing is sweet and just needs slotted mags to set it off perfectly

    • @79tazman
      @79tazman Před 5 měsíci

      I like the rallies on that car it's too bad he don't have the center caps for them and those slapper bars are good if they are set right and those are not that is why he got all that wheel hop at the end if they were set up to work the slapper bars would of prevented that.

  • @herokillerinc
    @herokillerinc Před 4 měsíci +1

    The 396 is one of my favorite engines. It just pulls different.

  • @atexan
    @atexan Před 2 lety +4

    Your work on that car represents exactly what i did when I was in my 20's and 30's. Tearing down Holley DP's, rebuilding brake systems, electric fans for factory rads and wishing I had more $$$ only to give it to Summit Racing. Electric FP's were the new thing and single-plane ruled with a Holley 750-3310. BFG's on Keystones cause we would pay the premium for Cragar. Those were the days.

    • @atexan
      @atexan Před 2 lety

      Oh ..... slapper bars.......slapper bars. LOL!!!!

  • @marcusbetancourt3760
    @marcusbetancourt3760 Před 2 lety +28

    One bad ass ride definitely worth restoring it back to life. Way better than just about anything on the road today! P.S. Even the most experience mechanics makes mistakes. Learning from them usually makes one a heck of a lot more smarter and better mechanics all the way around. I use to have one of these babies back in the day. Well a 1970 and it definitely was one of the best cars that I have ever owned. God bless you Sir and once again I sure do thank you for showing this great automobile. Have a Blessed Day.

  • @merlynshandley6337
    @merlynshandley6337 Před 7 měsíci +3

    I like how organized your shop is and how you've labeled everything. Also, how you've kept like bolt,nuts,hose clamps, and other used stuff that's still serviceable. That's how I was doing/starting my shop until everything went up in flames (propane heater,no insurance).
    I've been trying to get funds since covid hit with no luck, so I REALLY ENJOY watching your channel and how you go about your business because that's exactly how I imagined I'd be doing mine by now. But enough about my "cry me a river story." I wish you continued success, and I'll keep watching. P.S. your old lady is a definite keeper!!!

    • @Vanya_VVanin
      @Vanya_VVanin Před 5 měsíci +1

      Hold on, man. Everything will be fine 🤞🏻😑

  • @bilalhkenyatta3654
    @bilalhkenyatta3654 Před 8 měsíci +4

    I just found Chris' channel yesterday and have watched only the boat videos because of the attention to detail and AMOUNT of information he puts out with his mechanical knowledge. I have subscribed after this video ❤🎉

  • @timothyballinger6280
    @timothyballinger6280 Před 2 lety +11

    Brings back memories of high school. I had a 72 chevelle that had a 307 I think but I pulled that and put a built 427 4speed and then mini tubed it with a 12bold rear end. What a brute of a car it was. Everyone wanted to race me and it won most races. Would love to have it back but there hard to find or afford now. Back in the 80s they were everywhere, cheap. No so much now lol!

    • @d.r.tucker7543
      @d.r.tucker7543 Před 2 lety

      I had three of them ....the last one was a true ss and i cant belive i didnt keep that car . i seen it on the highway a year after i sold it and had a pocket full of cash but i could not catch up ....oh well

    • @tihspidtherekciltilc5469
      @tihspidtherekciltilc5469 Před 2 lety

      Same exact comment as someone else.

    • @timothyballinger6280
      @timothyballinger6280 Před 2 lety

      @@tihspidtherekciltilc5469 thanks bro for letting me know there's a copy cat out there. Some people are unbelievable!

    • @oldhillbillybuckkowalski
      @oldhillbillybuckkowalski Před 2 lety

      Got my 1970 two door hard top 350/350 car in 84 for $1500 from a used car lot in Roswell NM. Excellent body, good interior, drove fine. Put a built 400 small block with a TH 400 trans in it that could blow the spider gears out of the differential on command.

  • @schmohawk5512
    @schmohawk5512 Před 2 lety +15

    Very happy to have found this channel. Keep cranking out quality and you will hit one million subs in no time

  • @roblochjr3958
    @roblochjr3958 Před rokem +7

    Ive been following you for some time now Chris, I have to say your a man of determination for sure ! The patience you have to get these old cars not only running but up and able to drive ! Kudos bro, job well done !

  • @kilodk77
    @kilodk77 Před rokem +2

    "Lesson learned; don't try to tap a crooked hole" .... ;)
    Love your content :D
    Greetings from Denmark

  • @dave1135
    @dave1135 Před 2 lety +18

    13:52 those are traction bars, they help prevent the differential twisting up under hard acceleration and causing wheel hop. I had a set on my mustang. I put a performance built 302 in it and it had so much torque it kept breaking leaf springs.
    Also, 36:37 if the engine backfires, it will blow out the power valve. Holley had a kit where you installed a check ball into the power valve vacuum port to prevent it from happening again.

    • @interlinkplus8236
      @interlinkplus8236 Před 2 lety

      How goes it Dave...in your words above were "leaf springs". That's what traction bars were designed for, not the type on a Chevelle. I'm sure someone will remove them and set the rear end correctly. It's obviously messed up as it is!

    • @mattmurray3183
      @mattmurray3183 Před 2 lety +2

      Traction bars generally were used with leaf springs.
      Ladder bars were used with coil springs like this car

    • @dave1135
      @dave1135 Před 2 lety +1

      @@pz5232 yes, that's the way mine were, his are so far out they won't do anything for differential bind

    • @dave1135
      @dave1135 Před 2 lety +1

      @@mattmurray3183 yeah, ladder bars tie the differential to the body, traction bars have a rubber snubber that contacts the leaf springs

    • @mattmurray3183
      @mattmurray3183 Před 2 lety +1

      Yup I had ladder bars on. My monte carlo in high school.
      Traction bars on my charger back the In the 80s.

  • @Mike-ww5vr
    @Mike-ww5vr Před 2 lety +19

    Just wanted to say I enjoy your content. Don't change a thing keep doing it the way you're doing it. I don't know if you're into totally restoring vehicles but I think that Chevelle deserves to be put back to near mint condition. I've got a 71 Nova SS I'm working on, and 71 Torino that is near mint condition, problem is It has The original 250 6 in it and I'm going to solve that pretty soon But it only has 53,000 original miles. I'm not much of a ford guy But you really don't see Torino's anymore. Love the Chevelle though, and the wagon.

  • @shakeyhandhobbies5148
    @shakeyhandhobbies5148 Před rokem +1

    I like how quickly this guy works.

  • @UlrikBrun-ir7mh
    @UlrikBrun-ir7mh Před 5 měsíci +1

    The face of Jen when you said "The brakes are working"

  • @stevenarndt8072
    @stevenarndt8072 Před rokem +71

    Chris, you have a great channel and this and VGG are both really great. Love seeing talented mechanics like you two showing guys the how too's!

    • @BobWiersema
      @BobWiersema Před rokem +3

      Absolutely! I've been watching Derek at VGG since he started. That led me here and now these two guys are my favorites.

    • @Scott-ly2nk
      @Scott-ly2nk Před 7 měsíci

      He said he never heard of vgg i find that hard to believe both good mechs but im sure he knows vgg

  • @23ofSeptember
    @23ofSeptember Před 2 lety +5

    Sick car! Doesn't get much better as far as barn-find muscle cars go.

  • @stevecomb180
    @stevecomb180 Před rokem +16

    Well i just came across your videos and it’s refreshing to see a young fella doing such great things. So also nice to see a young fellow who isn’t too big for his britches. Keep up the good work young man. 🤘🤘

  • @amundsonjm
    @amundsonjm Před rokem +1

    35:50. You have a tremendous amount of knowledge but are also humble enough to keep learning. I like it.

  • @wildbutterflytiedye
    @wildbutterflytiedye Před 2 lety +17

    *I've been watching Vice Grip Garage for the past 5 years~I love what he does ~I started watching you about 4 months ago~Really liked your style as well~Then binge watched every episode you have~Love Leuie the garage squirrel~I was worried about his safty a few times but your always mindful of him~Love your content and I will be watching everything of yours :))*

    • @NoNonsenseKnowHow
      @NoNonsenseKnowHow  Před 2 lety +2

      Thanks Tammy I appreciate that! How do you make your comment bold like that? I seldomly see comments that are bold. Neat trick

    • @wildbutterflytiedye
      @wildbutterflytiedye Před 2 lety +1

      @@NoNonsenseKnowHow *Thank you! What you do to make your comment bold is put an asterisk (shift and 8) before your word and then at the end of your statement put another asterisk touching with no space :- )*

    • @anonymousrhinosaurus9540
      @anonymousrhinosaurus9540 Před 2 lety

      0g

    • @jesse4395
      @jesse4395 Před 2 lety

      @@NoNonsenseKnowHow how much u pay

    • @jesse4395
      @jesse4395 Před 2 lety

      @@NoNonsenseKnowHow wanna sell it and how much

  • @kellyyearnmsidi5082
    @kellyyearnmsidi5082 Před 2 lety +16

    Am in love with your fully stocked workshop and just the way how organized your tools.❤

  • @ghostiroc
    @ghostiroc Před rokem +2

    I mean no disrespect to vice grip I was a hardcore fan when it use to be like this channel but now he's not the same he's not the average guy wrenching on cars every day he's now a celebrity and does more videos about car shows and boring stuff and has gotten away from what made me a fan from the beginning witch is exactly what you're doing I really appreciate what you do these vids are great and all I can say keep doing what you do it's awesome

  • @scottalpervitz1019
    @scottalpervitz1019 Před 7 měsíci +3

    You are true mechanic in every sense of the word.

  • @kaprentice
    @kaprentice Před 2 lety +10

    Excellent video. Just the right mix of info and a little action. I personally like the hour long length but then again I like stories that are 3-4 books long. That car was what I grew up with and it brought back a lot of memories. Keep putting out video like this one and you'll have likes into the thousands in no time. I look forward to the next one.

  • @trailermonkey8687
    @trailermonkey8687 Před 2 lety +10

    Invisible antenna and disappearing windshield wipers were both big time styling items for GM in the 70's! The antenna worked pretty good as long as you were headed towards the tower. But keep in mind, they were almost exclusively AM stations.

    • @mickeymch876
      @mickeymch876 Před rokem

      Depends on the trim ordered but there were plenty of fm stations broadcasting by 1970 and plenty of vehicles that came with an AM/FM radio. Most vehicles in the 70's and newer had auto trans, AM/FM radio, air conditioning, knocks, pings and rust. There were still plenty of lower trim packages that came with an am radio (r and h) and manual trans but even those most people would add a FM radio (often with an 8 track player).

    • @jonathanbarnes3061
      @jonathanbarnes3061 Před rokem

      Back when you could drive west and listen to different baseball games the entire drive.

  • @gmoney9749
    @gmoney9749 Před 11 měsíci +4

    Just found u last night and have been binging ever sense! Absolutely love your detail, ur knowledge, and most importantly, the fact u do work that I can do at home. Nothing worse then resto videos where people are in fancy shops dumping 5 digits into a car. Great work!

  • @eskieman3948
    @eskieman3948 Před rokem +1

    The test drive alone was worth the price of admission! 😄😄😄😄😗

  • @nicholash383
    @nicholash383 Před 2 lety +3

    As the owner of a 71, it makes me really happy to see someone working on and enjoying it as much as I do. Also beating on it almost constantly lol. Keep doing what youre doing and have fun

    • @sidebite2533
      @sidebite2533 Před 2 lety +2

      You're one lucky person to have a 71. It's my all time favorite car.

    • @nicholash383
      @nicholash383 Před 2 lety

      @@sidebite2533 they're still out there, just gotta dig a little deeper

  • @oldhillbillybuckkowalski
    @oldhillbillybuckkowalski Před 2 lety +8

    Those things underneath are indeed traction bars that would limit the amount of "squat" that occurs at the rear of vehicle while still allowing proper weight transfer for improved traction. They are usually adjustable so that you can tune how much squat occurs before they make contact with the chassis. On leaf spring rear ends they are also used to control "Spring wrap" that occurs when the twisting force of the rear-end causes the spring to bend upwards in front of the axles and downwards behind it which then causes wheelhop as it cycles in and out of a "Wrapped" condition. Wheel hop was not something coil spring rear ends typically experienced if they had good shock absorbers, at least not any that I ever had, since you did get wheel hop I'd suggest you check the bushings in your rear suspension and your shocks.

  • @ShowemRight
    @ShowemRight Před 4 měsíci +1

    The Days of Muscle Car Past, we got to hand it to those Mid Westerners in those Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin states, those states with all the talent in engineering ability building American Muscle vehicles, GM, Chrysler, Ford...we will never forget you folks. I see there's American Muscle vehicles al over the planet from far away places like Japan, France, etc. I was watching this 68 Buick Riviera (which is my dream car ) coming out of Japan, wow she was a beauty.

  • @godbelow
    @godbelow Před 7 měsíci

    Neighbors must REALLY love listening to these projects in the middle of the night.

  • @srv442
    @srv442 Před 2 lety +14

    Just started watching the channel and this is the third video I’ve seen. I love the content and the variety of things that are addressed and especially how you bring the parts to the workbench to try and fix them instead of just tossing it all out. These details are great to learn something from and they show all the ups and downs of real life working on old cars. And yep, that is an antenna in the windshield- my ‘72 Cutlass has the same thing. Oh and Jen is a super sweet helper.

  • @STUDIO99MUSIC
    @STUDIO99MUSIC Před 2 lety +4

    People can be so insensitive in the comments. VGG is cool, Your channel is cool, there’s a bunch of other cool car channels. Keep doing what you do! 💯🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @Hubris423
    @Hubris423 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I don't know much outside the fundamentals of engines, and watching your vids is really teaching me a lot about the engineering that goes into these things, thanks for your videos with the go pro, it's the best content out there on how to get these things working

  • @Robiko9
    @Robiko9 Před rokem +1

    Watched your videos in the past about camper stuff but never realized the gold mine this channel is until I dug deeper into it. Really big fan of this channel man!

  • @GorhamWorks
    @GorhamWorks Před 2 lety +18

    Love the channel, feels more realistic to my world at least. Trans look like a th400 and the kick down switch bracket next to the carb looks like the kick down switch bracket for th400. I think it’s awesome how your channel is growing naturally. Keep doing exactly what your doing! The adventures are fun to watch! The bones of that car look great needs one of everything lol as they all do. It will be really sweet!

  • @DrivingTheClassics
    @DrivingTheClassics Před 2 lety +12

    Thank you so much for posting these. The detail that you go into is just what I need and has been so helpful on my own projects. Keep up the good work in preserving these Awesome pieces of history.

  • @Ruslan_Subarist
    @Ruslan_Subarist Před 6 měsíci +1

    I accidentally saw your channel in recommendations on CZcams. I already looked at the CAT that had grown into the ground and the tow truck with the tree growing up. Now I enjoy watching about the Chevrolet Chevelle. Great job and hobby. It’s great that your wife supports you and helps you in this hobby. By the way, hello from Russia, I'm also into old school cars✌️😎

  • @gregdrmax
    @gregdrmax Před rokem +1

    Dude...the radiator and the pieces falling down from the hood. AWESOME!!

  • @markhenderson3498
    @markhenderson3498 Před 2 lety +8

    Love the video, Vice Grip Garage is one of my favorite channels but I like that your content is different and I wouldn’t change a thing! Your mechanical ability is top notch!

  • @Atlridesharejay
    @Atlridesharejay Před 2 lety +19

    We had a 71 Malibu wagon and that antenna in the glass was a GM standard, I believe.

    • @Scott-ly2nk
      @Scott-ly2nk Před 7 měsíci

      They started it in 71 you are right

  • @caseyjones287
    @caseyjones287 Před rokem +1

    Love that body style Chevelle! Pretty much all the 60s n 70s cars and trucks, all metal real chrome all muscle and magnet! Keep em coming.

  • @jasonblakeley3499
    @jasonblakeley3499 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Notorious for wheel hop ladders bars were common back in the day along with beefier springs hard mounts for engine and transmission and boxing the frame. Dont kick your self to hard most of us learned by trial and error and experimenting with what ever we had. Fast forward to present day with technology never dreamed of along with horsepower no one would believe could ever be possible dragstrips were 1320 feet gas was under 50 cents a gallon and any junkyard had a rad for that chevelle for less than $20. Watching your videos brings back fond memories thank you for sharing! You and Jen
    Are a blessing keeping it real.

    • @mikeblevins30
      @mikeblevins30 Před 4 měsíci

      right.....but i think hellen keller built those ladder bars...they are worthless

  • @slt2239
    @slt2239 Před 2 lety +3

    Wow this brings back memories. A loosely cobbled together '71 Chevelle with a '69 396 was my first car back in 1995. Red with black interior. Mine had M21 - 12 bolt and 4.10's with some really bad axle rap. Nothing lines up right, but it was fun! I learned a lot from taking that car apart and putting it back together.

  • @noampitlik2332
    @noampitlik2332 Před rokem +5

    Try using a bottoming tap for that application. If you need more cutting chamfer, try a plug tap only after using your depth guage. A taper tap likes to bottom out and snap in those situations. And by using a ratchet, you lose the feel of the cutting or chasing you are doing.
    If it is a through hole, you still have to know if it is tapped through. Some of those blocks have 1/4-1 inch of untapped diameter. Any tap will snap in that case, as you must (especially in cast iron) "back-up a 1/4 turn to "break the chip," after advancing as we used to say. Cars are fun, eh?
    Great channel. Thanks.

  • @muhammadtipoo5303
    @muhammadtipoo5303 Před 6 měsíci +2

    i watch your vlogs very deeply it means that old cars were very goog God bless u andur family

    • @NoNonsenseKnowHow
      @NoNonsenseKnowHow  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks so much for tuning in and God bless you and your family as well

  • @CJColvin
    @CJColvin Před 2 lety +3

    Awesome 71 Chevelle brother. The Chevelle is definitely one of my favorite muscle cars of all time.

  • @rymak94
    @rymak94 Před 2 lety +5

    Being from South Jersey (right outside Philly) I am happy to see cars like this still exist around my area and are being brought back to life! You've gained a subscriber here! VGG is great and all but you're doing your thing man, keep up the vids.👍

  • @joemartin6439
    @joemartin6439 Před 11 měsíci +2

    You are the ownly guy that knows your way around the car I had in the 60’s . Stock big block

  • @stevekerans6357
    @stevekerans6357 Před rokem +1

    I watch all the voids all the way through. God damn spell check won't let me use voids for videos. Maddening. Millennials. Great stuff Browny!!!!!

  • @jennifersugint
    @jennifersugint Před 2 lety +5

    One of my favorite videos so far. Keep ‘‘em coming 😉

    • @NoNonsenseKnowHow
      @NoNonsenseKnowHow  Před 2 lety +3

      ❤️ wouldn't have been very good without you in it! Now I just got to get you wrenchin some more. ;)

    • @jamesemge3014
      @jamesemge3014 Před 2 lety +2

      Glad to see guys like you are still wrenching old school on these classic rides, late seventies my buddy had a Chevelle 396, he watched too many dukes of Hazzard shows, and long story short, we caught some big air in that car. Didn't last very long. Lol. Love the video,brang back good memories.

  • @coreynovosel6175
    @coreynovosel6175 Před 2 lety +3

    Dude you do you’re damn thing on here!! Chevelle is my favorite car 69-70 gives me butterflies when i see them. I watch VGG too and when you just be yourself you put onna great show period. I will be watching yours as they come as well. It would actually be really cool to see you guys collab though! Y’all have great personalities and vivid knowledge of automotive!

    • @ronfiv9918
      @ronfiv9918 Před 2 lety

      WoW yeah my faves are ankh vgg & puddins fan shop I would love for all three of em to get together and do a junkyard save n rebuild vid and film it ALL even if it was months worth of video.

  • @user-ky1xv6fo8j
    @user-ky1xv6fo8j Před 7 měsíci +2

    A great movie on the Chevy Chevelle 1971. Did I actually see a swastika in the Carter-fuelpump of this car? I looked back a couple of times. Yes, definitely! You can also see it when you activate the pump. Really suits a Chevelle 'SS'!

  • @davemanley2954
    @davemanley2954 Před 9 měsíci +4

    I follow vice grip and yourself- (both great mechanics ) and I like watching you both for different reasons . Thanks for tons of great tips.

  • @jasonlavoie3986
    @jasonlavoie3986 Před 2 lety +13

    great show love how you brought the old girl back and just like everyone else its good to do your own thing thanks for giveing us car guys something new to watch a new flaver is what we needed

  • @haroldrogers6083
    @haroldrogers6083 Před 2 lety +4

    My Mom had a 70 Buick Skylark she bought new and it was a 350 with a turbo 350 trans , same body as the Malibu . Also had a buddy with a tru Chevell SS 396 with a turbo 400 in it it a factory cowl inducted hood . So I'm with your first thought that someone made a SS clone . Still a great looking car .

  • @ThatGuyFromArizona
    @ThatGuyFromArizona Před 11 měsíci +2

    Rockin' that fuzzy rear view.

  • @douglaw43
    @douglaw43 Před rokem +1

    My son is an EV fan lol... love your knowledge of old school... remands me of my high school years in auto shop ! YOUR WIFE IS A SAINT!!!

  • @patrickhorne9984
    @patrickhorne9984 Před 2 lety +21

    Awesome channel. I love how fast your videos move, excellent editing. It’s nice to have another channel to watch. I am a loyal Vice Grip Garage fan, I believe you have my loyalty as well now. Keep up the great work!