Cheap V8 Malibu parked for 25 years will it start and drive again ?
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- čas přidán 17. 03. 2022
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In this video we buy a $500 81 Chevy Malibu classic with a 4 Barrel 305 small block Chevy and turbo 350 transmission. It has been parked for 25 years. Will it start again? The previous owner passed away who had bought the car in 1989. You have to love these old g body cars.
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Not a bad old Chevy Malibu make it a daily driver
Fix your break light
oh i love the 3 wheeled bike at 21:37 still looking for one
We just sent for our quote on SimpliSafe.
I enjoyed watching y'all and now I need to rest up and get ready to get back on the road.
I really appreciate and love that you make this such a family affair! You set a great example for all men your age on how to be a Dad and Husband! Kudos to you for a job well done!
Thank you
@Sleeperdude I agree I wish I did more with my family 👪
I love this video Brother I love playing with my project cars but I like the way you do it in style with the family
Siete una bella famiglia 👪 complimenti il fatto che collaborare in sieme fa bene
Dude you remind me of my friend Rob … he s a car guy and great dad …. Hi from ladner bc !!! ….
Man. That is pure old school fun right there. Those kids are going to remember stuff like this forever 😎
Thank you I hope so
@@Sleeperdude dude i like you and your family..greetings from greece
Oh, the rear windows. Some people say G bodies don't have rear windows that don't roll down for cost reasons. Some say it allowed a larger pane of glass that could not have rolled down into the door because of the shorter wheel base. I've also heard that they saved space by not having a regulator mechanism in the door which allowed that unique "concave" door panel design that allowed them to advertise it having more interior space that the previous generation. I suppose all could be true. I've owned them, and never really cared, all had working AC and the flip out rear window actually flowed air nicely, too.
Yeah I think your right
A combination of things: cost, "safety" (for a time windows in GM cars rolled down about half-way to 3/4 of the way to prevent passengers from "falling out",) and also if you think about it, doing so would "force" the buyer to buy AC. Salesman, "You know those back windows don't roll down, safety feature. Going to get hot in there without AC". Buyer, "Better order it with AC". Salesman inside: "Cha Ching, another $500+ for AC"..
This wasn’t the Chevrolet “kiddy kidnapping “ model ?
Can’t let ‘em escape …..
Until the A/C stopped working.
But it sure brings back memories.
The whole issue gets beat to death. First, the only reason the GM of the era did anything was to save money. Having fixed glass obviates the need for window regulators. The 1978 cars were a lot smaller than the previous generation and the lack of window hardware allowed the arm rests to be recessed, making the hip measurement seem wider but in reality it was moot. In the USA it was not that much of an issue but in Canada it was, because most of the Malibu's sold in Canada at the time didn't have a/c. Whatever the the reason, GM didn't do it in any other car ever again.
I have a '78 Cutlass that was off the road for a similar amount of time, trees growing out of the bumpers and all, it actually had great front brakes when I got it going, I actually drove it around like that for a little while, the rears didn't work because of a plugged brake hose. I threw some new brake hoses on it and new wheel cylinders, but then the master went out while bleeding the brakes, so I swapped that and it's been fine since. Its actually my fair weather daily, the t-top and rusty roof leaks make it unpleasant in inclement weather 😂
That’s great
It's a Chevy. I had an 83 with a 305 in it. One of the best cars I've ever had.
That’s cool
The explanation that General Motors gave for the rear windows that didn’t roll down on that era G body four door sedans was that there would have only been room for a regulator that would allow the window to lower between two and three inches due to safety bracing contained within the door. We had a 1982 Pontiac Bonneville G four door and it’s rear vent lanes were electrically controlled as part of the power window package.
Ok thank you
I had the wagon version. My windows went down. I had a lot of fun with that car. A lot of tickets too. It was only mildly hopped up. Shaved heads and punched 60 over with a 4speed.
I heard it was child safety. But this makes more sense.
Police issued vehicles had rear windows that didn’t go down. That’s in Canada not sure about the US .
Love the Malibu's. I had a 1983 2 dr and it was an awesome car. I put 248,000 miles before I sold it and she still was running well. Very reliable and that 305 got really good gas milage as long as you kept your foot off the floor.
That’s a cool story
one of my favorite cars ever was an ex-police package 83 malibu taxi with a 350. went like snot and handled amazingly. HATED that one couldnt rolldown the rear windows
That’s cool
Love the videos and the Family involvement, as well as bringing these cars back to life because once their gone their gone. Thanks for sharing. Have a great weekend and God bless
Thank you
Thank you
Fun! Even your dad was enjoying the crazy bumpy driving! It's always cool to think this was probably $13k back in the day, and now - $500! Cant wait to see the power washer in action!
Yep we had fun thank you
..probably less than 10K in 1981...
My 1980 Z28 was just under 10k new in 80. A V8 Malibu sedan in 81 was probably a little over 10k
@@thagerdorn2009 ..just did some research out of curiosity, several sources stated MSRP on 1981 Malibu sedan was a touch over 7 grand..sounds about right, a Malibu was a smaller, "cheaper" car than a Camaro or a Caprice or Impala..no way it was more expensive than a Z-28...and 7 grand was MSRP, which people rarely paid..probably could get one out the door for not much more than 6 grand..I haven't checked, but I bet you could get a fully loaded Caprice for 10-12 grand in 1981...
@@dyer2cycle i have an 81 malibu sedan
Brought back memories of my 1978 Monte Carlo that also had a 305 V8 that I bought brand new! Your Malibu and that Monte had almost an identical interior in the same color! Awesome video!!!
Thank you
That's why I love chevys, started in the first try, parts are easy to find..
That’s true
Your family is lucky to have a father like you. My dad would never have let me help with projects like this. He was more interested in yelling at me and slapping me around when I was a kid. All my automotive knowledge is self taught. I'll be taking a step away from the 70s and 80s cars in the spring and will be starting on a 1939 Cadillac LaSalle. Best wishes to you all.
Sorry to hear that. That’s cool
Come help me bro. I have this exact car just sitting in my backyard since 2007 the V6 variant tho.
The dipstick tube should be on the driver's side below the number 5 cylinder. You should be able to see the " pocket " on the oil pan right by the filter. That circular shaped plug in the back by the distributor should connect to the oil sending unit down on the rear " China wall ". Great videos and it is nice to see a real down home Christian family working together.
Thank you for the information. We appreciate it
As the only daughter in my siblings, I remembered helping my late dad overhauled an 80's Subaru and some old Toyotas engine. I remembered helping him grinding the valve using some stick with suction cup on the stick and some weird paste, and helping him putting back that small metal thing while he pushing down the valve spring, and many more. I learnt a lot about car, especially those old carburetted cars. He passed away from colon Ca in 2019. Now I'm restoring his 1989 1.3 carburetted Lancer with the complicated Aisan carb on it, to honour his memories. What a wonderful dad you are. Seeing your videos makes me missed my dad. Lovely family you have there. Greeting from Malaysia.
That’s awesome keep up the good work
I got my 2nd car in late 1972 when I was a junior in high school - it was a 1969 Chevy wagon with the 300hp 350 and a quadrajet. For such a big beast it moved pretty well. And I got it up to 112 mph with the AC on (and bald tires).
That’s a great story
One good thing about cars at that time. The trim was mostly glued on so it was often easier to just remove it all if some is missing than to find and replace it. Little or no holes to fill.
That’s nice
I am very impressed with the way you guys raise your children, they are such a joy to watch. I am particularly impressed with your oldest daughter participating in the activities, nails and all!!! Well, not to push Rocky to the side, he is a hoot!
Thank you
I had to click on this one when I saw that Malibu! My dad had 2 of these when I was a kid. A 77 Malibu classic, gold colored with the V6. He also had a 78 Malibu wagon, which he replaced the 305 with a 350 from a caprice wagon. This was kind of sentimental to watch!!
I’m glad you enjoyed it..
My neighbors had one of those cars.
Bought it brand new. Nice old man nicknamed Kit. In the 80s his health started getting bad and didn't drive much after.
Very very light blue with blue vinyl interior. Pretty sure the rear windows rolled down.
I remember riding in it once.
That’s cool
Keep up the good work guys - really enjoy the show! Might even try some vienna’s - already am an RC lover! Oh yeah I remember when these cars came out and everyone was like “the back windows don’t roll down 🤪 how cheap!” Needless to say I do not remember any other body style that they tried that cost saving trick on.
That’s funny thank you for watching
Great video. My family owned a taxi company when these cars were new and everything you say about GM is true. The entire SBC family is interchangeable. Stuff like brake pads were the same for eons and thus dirt cheap. Want a cheap horsepower upgrade for your Malibu? Well, an LS crate engine will bolt up right up for less than the price of a good rebuild.
Very true
Really enjoyed that remark about"dipstick". ! Glad to see kids are helping out and learning about cars. Enjoy them while you can!
I’m glad you liked it, I am trying my best
Sleeperdude... Really appreciate how you take the time to read and reply to the comments! That's top notch decency.
Thank you it’s a lot of work
I'd love to have a Malibu, but they're priced out of my price range now. My brother had a pretty nice 2 door when we were kids, back before they were as desirable and had a pretty nice wagon a few years ago. I actually saw a factory manual wagon on marketplace a little while ago, but the price was way up there and they knew what they had.
The "Iraqi taxi" Malibus they sold in Canada were pretty cool too, great base for a hot rod sleeper, you could make some along those lines with that 4 door
Yes love the wagons
yes my late brother being a chevy fan had a malibu wagon with a 4 spd on the floor that thing was a blast to drive and it was very rare to see one.
@@Sleeperdude i'm swapping my 83' malibu wagon to a 350 vortec with a 5 speed
Great content You gotta love how Ralphie fits under the hood That model was used in police vehicles so no roll down window might be a feature
Ok thanks
Nice to see the Family participating. Enjoy these fun times.
Thank you I am blessed
My husband built a 454 for his 68 Chevelle and was Soo excited when he got it put in the car that he forgot to put oil in it. Thank God he remembered it the minute it fired up so he shut it down and filled it up with oil and fortunately it didn't hurt the engine.
First car was 78 Cutlass Supreme, loved it.
That’s great
I really enjoyed this video Sleeperdude with the family involved in getting the Malibu running. And then Rocky inspecting the vehicle even before its fully off the trailer. Rocky is such an amazing Goat he really loves to check things out and always seems to be hungry. I look forward to your videos some of the best on You Tube IMO. Best wishes to you and your family, including all the animals. Be safe out there.
He really is the nosiest animal ever and he acts like he’s a dog, thanks for watching
I have been binge watching all the older episodes and they're great. When you and Ralphie jumped the driveway, I think you caught all air....lmao
Thank you
Omg!!! I had an 81 cutlass supreme with a built 355 and a 350 turbo with shift kit when I was 18...1 wheel peel though lol..loved that car so much!♥️
That’s great
You are my husbands favorite! Loves to watch! It’s great to see how your son and you get along so well! Your whole family is tight please don’t ever lose that! Family is the best! GODS BLESSINGS TO YOU AND YOUR WONDERFUL FAMILY!🙏🙏🙏🙏👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much really appreciate it
The reason for the big heater/ac box under the hood was the design of the dashboard. In order to recess the dash and make it smaller to increase interior passenger seating room. To give more knee and leg room, the dash panel was moved closer to the windshield.
For their size, these cars have quite a bit of interior room. When they migrated to front wheel drive later on, the space the transmission, driveline and rear drive axle was added to the interior space.
Ok interesting
I brought a three speed 4 barrel 1978 chevy Malibu 2 door in 1981 in VA. And drove it all the way back ti California. Great car, I wish I still had it. :(
Yeah for sure
There was a police version of this model in 1979 after the Nova police was cancelled. 350 small block, upgraded brakes and suspension and front buckets. They served us well
That’s awesome
Sorry for this comment but Gentry trucking here on CZcams had the CPS called on him for his son driving. It's total BS as I was raised in Loudon county and have been driving tractors since I was around 5. Driving cars for over 40 years cause that is how things were done but these morons on here will call on you and say Child Endangerment. As a 48 year old grandpa I approve of your munskin driving! Job well done sir!!
Thank you I appreciate it
@@Sleeperdude we take care of our local boys and their kids now that's how we was raised.
Filling the new oil filter with MMO is a really good idea, it's really good for sticky lifters and is thin enough to wash the old oil away
I agree
I love the way you take time to teach your kids what you know, i had a very similar time with my stepdad when i was growing up. He made sure to teach me what he knew about older engines, mostly motorcycle engines. I wish i had kids i could of passed my knowledge onto. Thank you and your family for all the time and effort making these videos, keep up the hard work. Sending love to your entire family all the way from England
That is awesome!
I really enjoy watching your family work together and having fun. Ricky and the other animals round it all out. Thank you all for the fun .
Thank you I appreciate it
Man i watch u guys.. I get so jealous!! I wish my family was doing stuff like that wen I was a kid... LOVE you guys!! Keep up the good work! Deff one of my favorite channels!!!
Thank you man
@@Sleeperdude keep teaching the kids dude I think that's the best part of the whole show!!
I have never seen that year with a quadrajet on it. You scored.
Yeah not sure that it originally came on the car
I used to have a Ford Escort Panel van used to get 10 seconds of air over a railway crossing out of Narracoort ,South Australia ,and used to jump our TORANA, and HZ station wagon, all the best to you all
That’s great I bet that was fun
Your boy is having a blast. Drives everything. He is learning a lot. Mostly from dear old Dad. Good job Sir
Thank you he is the best
Rocky just wanted to help.😂😂😂 Great job getting the kids involved!
He’s into everything thank you
Another Awesome one guys I was crying laughing at the end with jumps So much fun for $500 Thank you 👏⭐
Thank you we had fun
I had a 1981 Malibu with the V6 and 3 speed on the floor. It was a crazy car with the manual.
That would be fun
The round, black wire is for the oil sending unit just below the distributor on the driver's side, back of the block. The other white plug looks like the windshield wiper drive motor supply with washer and intermittent controller..... but I could be wrong.
The lack of rear window regulators was a safety feature for child protection. The "wing windows" was a vent. Many cars limited the level of, or eliminated altogether, the rear windows going down.
The 305 Quadra jet carb started at 500 CFM and went up to 600 CFM. (I would pull the numbers off the block to verify the CID)
Loving family involvement.... I am a new sub! Thanks for taking me back to the old Chevy's
Ok thank you for all the good information and thanks for subscribing
I had 78 Malibu sedan, 2 tone blue, 305 v8. Great car and it jumped ! Hit a deer when it had 268,000 km - killed the deer - killed the car.
That’s stinks
Me and my boys love watching your channel. Thanks for the family friendly content!
Thank you
The rear windows in the rear don't roll down because there is no room in the door for the glass. The vent windows were put in to "keep the public happy".
Ok interesting
Best part of the video was you and your son going over the hump. Those are great fun memories. Good fix. Can’t wait to see the progress.
Great video. This was my first car at 16. Mine was a 2 door with the 267 V8.
That’s funny
My cutlass 4 door I used to have around the same year as your Malibu was the exact same way with the windows that didn't roll down and the little smoker window
It had a V6 3.8 with the crap transmission I put a 350 turbo transmission in it. With Oldsmobile it has to be an Oldsmobile transmission if I remember right it has dip in the top of the transmission unlike chevy.
Oh wow that’s cool
Class! Young Ralph is starting to really enjoy working on the cars bud!! It’s great to see your kids joining in! I tried that with my 2 and they never wanted to know!! Another great video bud!! Loved it! Can’t wait to see it cleaned and detailed!!! Thanks again!!!
Thank you, he is a great son . I hope he continues to enjoy it
I would like to give a shout out to Sleepermom for the nice camera work on this and all the other videos, well done 👍
Thank you I will tell her, she does great
Awesome video... excited to see you do more work to this Chevy Malibu.....👍👍
Thank you
Sleeperdude: ''How many spark plugs have you changed?'' Daughter: ''I've done 3'' hahahaa hilarous and 19:57 Rocky was really interested in how vacuum advance works. 😂Your videos are always awesome and entertaning, thanks for the hard work you up into them!
Thanks for watching
I remember the 305 had defective cans, the loves used to round. I did many replacements. It just brought back memories. You all did a great job getting it running 🔧👍
Growing up, I dug out my grandparents' 76 Chevy Chevette from the pasture and got it running. A decade later, I got their '83 Chevette. Funny story about the Ford Aerostar in the beginning of the video. We had one ('92) for a hot minute in the early 2000's after we got rid of our '93 Taurus wagon. That Aerostar is now a redneck deer stand in the woods. 😂 What a time to be alive. 😂 Thanks for another great video, guys!
That’s funny
The Malibu would be a great daily. Sounds great👍I love this channel.
Yes it would thank you
Good deal dude! Love seeing these revivals. The' only thing that would have been better is if it was a wagon 👍
Yes your right !!!
MAKING MEMORIES WITH THE ENTIRE FAMILY!!!!!! AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME it’s not very often u see the WIFE & CHILDREN that’s so involved with old cars... Ur a VERY RITCH MAN JOSH.
❤️GOD BLESS U & UR BEAUTIFUL FAMILY❤️
Thank you I am blessed
Nicely saved there I love the way all your kids dig in and help
Thank you I am blessed
Old Chevys never let you down They consider for 30 years and start right now
That’s great
😂❤
I read that GM screwed up the design for the 80's version. There is no room in the door for the glass and the regulator to go. That is why the put the push out visor windows in the back.
Ok thank you
I woke up not feeling good then watched your video and putted a smile on my face.
I’m glad we could help thanks for watching
Dad bought my mom a used '79 Malibu Classic Coupe 267 cid V8 around 1983, Pale yellow with caramel interior, pleather bucket seats & console. Became mine in 1985, parents drove it out to CA from TX that summer. A couple of years later dad drove it to NJ for my niece. Great car, good looking, smooth & quiet.
That’s awesome
I had a 79 4 Dr. It had the 305 H O. If the intake is factory aluminum its a H O. Also if you have the ID tag on the core support it will say 305 H O.
Also the rear windows didn't go down as a safety feature. That's why they had the wing windows.
Ok thank you
Yes sir
The reason why they didn’t roll down in the back is because it was a “cost saving measure” that didn’t go over to well with customers. I was told the vent windows in the back were added just a few years after customer complaints about ventilation on hot summer days if the A/C broke. The vent window didn’t go over to well either. So then they began to add rolling windows in the economy version again to satisfy GM’s customers. I don’t know for a fact but that is what i was told bu someone who knows those 80s cars.
Yeah I think your right. Thank you
I just found your channel recently and I love the content. Your kids will remember stuff like this forever.
Good video for showing younger kids the ins & outs about older cars. Most kids these days don't know anything about non-fuel injected engines. They are more interested in video games & that stuff. It's real good to get all the family in the video, even the grandad. Looks like It was real fun driving that old car again!!
The squarer the car the better. Love them.
Yes sir
That was awesome!
Thank you I appreciate it
First time I seen this channel. Loved it. What a great father and family.
Thank you I appreciate it
Truly enjoy watching the kids getting involved..my oldest son helps me on my Ole 85 ranger sas full size..👌
That’s awesome
GM designed rear windows to not roll down as an cost cutting measure.
That’s crazy
Love those old Malibus! The "no roll" down rear windows might be part of the police package, some had it. If it says "certified" on the speedometer then it's a police package. Keep up the awesome content!! 👍🏁 New subscriber here! I came over from Hot Rod Hoarder's channel. 😎
Ok thanks for the info, and thanks for checking my channel out
Mom had a 79 Malabu with the V-6. Getting to the rear plugs on both banks, was best achieved under the wheel-wells. I liked that car much better than the 88 Escort that replaced it.
@@jeromebreeding3302 Ya can’t replace a Chevy with a Ford. That’s just not right.
@@ralphkramden2089 Yes you can, do if you on the honey-mooners !
The way you take your son on a ride, reminds me of those old Bert Reynolds car chases movies in the 80's which actually took place in the south!! 👍👍👍😃
That’s funny
Nice will it run video, and the drive way jumps with the kids and Mom filming was priceless.
Thank you we had fun
The reason they did the wing windows on the back doors is those cars the back windows would not roll down
That’s crazy
Could the rear windows not rolling down be the start of safety feature? After that they went to only role down half way. Not sure though.
Yeah I think it is a safety feature
Love that you have your kids so involved
Thank you I am blessed
Built a very nice engine and put in one of these back in the late 90’s. Got it completely done one fine night and decided to run it right down the street to show my buddy and burned it to the ground! Forgot to tighten the fuel line and forgot the fire extinguisher at home by the time I ran two blocks it was burned completely down. Tighten the fuel lines then check again next time before running it lol nice job guys
Oh no!!! That’s terrible. Thanks for watching
First start now that’s a Chevy small block for ya there. This would be a good flip for resale or keep. For a moment there it sounded like it had aftermarket camshaft but that’s probably the carburetor. Do the brakes delete the catalyst converter and run a nice sounding muffler. Those 305 have nice torque up to 4500 rpm and decent power. This would make a nice sleeper here. Shhhhhhh. Stuff the big block in here and a ford 9inch diff.
Yeah your probably right
..I don't think I would want to do a brakes delete...😄
410 Mercury FE don't see them anymore.
Yeah you dont
Been watching you for a while. This is you best vid yet. Great car. Great effort. Great results. Fun run around the yard. Almost like "Them Dukes!" with the driveway jumps. Everybody was comfortable and positive in front of the camera. Especially love that Rowdy Ralphie and Wonder Wawa are so engaged and evolved. They seem like great kids. Keep doing what you do!
Thank you I appreciate it, I am blessed
That’s awesome when I was a kid my mom had a 1978 Malibu I miss it anyway I always have loved Malibu’s there great cars
That’s cool
@@Sleeperdude if I had a old Malibu it would be my everyday driver I would just drive it and enjoy it but that’s me my name is kyle it’s nice to meet you I’m awe-so a Chrysler fan I like the 1975 Chrysler Newport my grandpa had one when I was a kid as will it was what I consider fancy but not for everybody it was one of my favorite cars to ride in as a kid so was moms Malibu those were always my 2 favorite cars and I miss riding in them they were always smooth rides going down the road they just don’t make cars like they used to classic cars are better is how I feel but that’s my opinion
I love the Malibu👍🇺🇸
Thank you
This video was absolutely amazing takes me back to when I was a kid helping my dad and uncle… keep the videos coming 👍🏾👍🏾
Thank you
Glad you saved this Malibu. Growing up one my neighbors had Malibu station wagon.
Thank you
my brother in law has an 81 wagon in mint condition with a rare 267cu.in monza motor with 307 heads from the factory. add a 4 barrel & cam does 13 second quarters. great car.
That’s great
I had a 79 4 door sedan with the 267 bored 40 over 327 heads ram horns lunati cam and a 400 crank and made it into a baby stroker pulling around 420 HP to the ground and close to 500 at the crank
Its great seeing you teach your son and daughter help you good job Dad
Thank you
What a joy to watch, great content, lots of fun and probably the best of the many Simplisafe adverts on CZcams.
Keep up the good work.
Thank you
I'm going to look into the that simple save security system. Thanks for sharing ☺️.
Some said at the time that the window mechanisms being left off was a cost-saving measure because virtually all of these were ordered with ac, some said it was to meet EPA weight goals, I think it was because it allowed elbow room and GM was cheap.
That’s what I heard
Ram head exhaust manifolds cool no need for headers love the car and a real man includes his family in the project ... great job Dad!
Thank you
Really love the videos.keep up the good work.i can't wait until my grandson is big enough to work on vehicles with me.thank you for the videos.
Thank you, that’s great
I’m happy that YALL are a happy fun family = that’s what America needs these days = less hate more appreciation that you can be together