Full Floor Install - At Home With Hand Tools In 1 DAY - Ratty 1955 Chevy Nomad

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  • @bigospig
    @bigospig Před 2 lety +108

    Dan is THE most motivated gearhead on CZcams! I love that he isn't afraid to take on any project that others wouldn't even dream of.

    • @thman6453
      @thman6453 Před 2 lety +13

      He has the ability to visualize the end product before he gets started and he is not afraid with the tri5's because he has already been there once or twice before 👍

    • @glennnickerson8325
      @glennnickerson8325 Před 2 lety +1

      Fools rush in where angels fear to tread... :)

    • @daniellachance9730
      @daniellachance9730 Před 2 lety +4

      @@bjornljung9375 Would be nice if Birdsong would put out more videos. He has a great channel also.

    • @SweatyFatGuy
      @SweatyFatGuy Před 2 lety +1

      @@bjornljung9375 I assume there are more than that, we just don't know about them. Why do I think that? Well, because of the cars I have done and didn't make videos during the builds. Only started doing videos last year.

    • @keithharden7844
      @keithharden7844 Před 2 lety +2

      @@bjornljung9375 Junkerup does great work. I just wish he would put out more videos. He covers everything on the cars. Even racing

  • @staceyrenner5418
    @staceyrenner5418 Před 2 lety +59

    Watching Dan replace a tri-5 floor is damn near therapeutic at this point.

  • @danboutin8700
    @danboutin8700 Před 2 lety +2

    Every time you put a new floor in you get faster and better!!! Great video 👍🏻

  • @cybair9341
    @cybair9341 Před 2 lety +1

    I am impressed at how you are not intimidated by the magnitude of the job. You teach me a lesson here.

  • @MW-nc5kr
    @MW-nc5kr Před 2 lety +2

    What some people call trash an not worth fixing you see a diamond in the ruff and take on the challenge to fix it to prove them wrong. You inspire me to keep building cast away car's.

  • @jimsandyrobinson3446
    @jimsandyrobinson3446 Před 2 lety

    For a young dude, your not afraid to do anything on a car. Great work ethic . Really , really look for every one of your shows. Thank you .

  • @nateb8245
    @nateb8245 Před 2 lety

    “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” made for some great time lapse music.
    Loving this build. Dan get some much done so quickly.

  • @maxit7086
    @maxit7086 Před 2 lety +1

    Breathing life into an old has-been....excellent.

  • @VATION3RD
    @VATION3RD Před 2 lety +1

    I liked the first music, a old Church hymn leaning on Everlasting arm. Amen brother!!

  • @billmiller7138
    @billmiller7138 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm always amazed you get away without bracing the hell out of the body. But you do!!!

  • @jeremywimer8842
    @jeremywimer8842 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm a Mopar guy, but your videos are among my favorites. Been watching since Dani's 57. Keep up the great content!

  • @jimmyford271
    @jimmyford271 Před 2 lety

    I like that you are saving the cars that others say are just junk. Good man Dan good man.

  • @94jimmy5
    @94jimmy5 Před 2 lety +26

    Love your approach to problem solving, Dan. Most of us are so intimidated by the magnitude of what needs to be done, we never begin. As my Dear old Dad would say....the hardest part is getting started. Truth! Rock On, Dan.

    • @DDSpeedShop
      @DDSpeedShop  Před 2 lety +1

      Totally agree

    • @unchained20000000
      @unchained20000000 Před 2 lety +1

      That is so true. We need to learn how not to procrastinate and be fruitful and multiply. If Dan keeps swallowing up all the Canadian tri5's then he's gonna start sucken them from the states. Then only Canada will own them all and Dan will reset the market price for them.

    • @94jimmy5
      @94jimmy5 Před 2 lety +1

      @@unchained20000000 I never considered that before. I thought Dan was saving old Tri5's but his real focus is becoming a market manipulator/speculator! LOL!!!

    • @geminiinc1042
      @geminiinc1042 Před 2 lety

      @@unchained20000000 we bought up a lot of cars from the US back in the 90's, then sold most of them back for double the price in the 2000's.

    • @unchained20000000
      @unchained20000000 Před 2 lety

      @@geminiinc1042 That's because americans don't know a diamond in the rough until another fine country like canada shows it to them. america looks at a shiny new paint job and thinks it's worth millions, it's all about flash and one upping the jones' here. They wouldn't know the value of love if it bit them in the ass, cause all they desire is wealth to marry the hottest bride and still have sex with other hot women because their lust for more is never quenched.

  • @mdmanley1975
    @mdmanley1975 Před 2 lety

    My 83 year old pop stopped by to watch this episode with me and he flipped ..loved the bluegrass church song 🎵 thanks again Dan & Dani

    • @longjohn77
      @longjohn77 Před 2 lety

      So would your dad be Super Granddad? 😀

  • @joehall4569
    @joehall4569 Před 2 lety +1

    Dan your the man! you remind me of me, when I was younger, don't get old?

  • @jayr5331
    @jayr5331 Před 2 lety +7

    Work your magic. Dont listen to crap talkers. You always do a great job.

  • @mikeboutang4539
    @mikeboutang4539 Před 2 lety +34

    Watching what you do with the tri fives never gets old , especially this one. Already looking forward to the next video.

  • @markjones7741
    @markjones7741 Před 2 lety +1

    This is such a great channel. So interesting to watch you put junk back on the road. Well done.👍

  • @XCHANGEDAVE
    @XCHANGEDAVE Před 2 lety +1

    First off I'd like to say what great camera work you're doing there girl thanks for keeping us in the action. Thanks for taking us along guys

  • @tomcasey2362
    @tomcasey2362 Před 2 lety +1

    Dan, it’s your dream and you are rockin it! Keep up the good work!

  • @j.w.3345
    @j.w.3345 Před 2 lety

    Negative people will always be negative. I see nothing but positive progress in your build! Can't wait for the next one! Great job Dan!

  • @bri29340
    @bri29340 Před 2 lety +3

    nice work there dan,your getting faster at putting them floors in

  • @chrisbyers386
    @chrisbyers386 Před 2 lety +1

    Good work that’s what prairie boys and girls in the winter fix cars and make music

  • @vinnie379l4
    @vinnie379l4 Před 2 lety +2

    Well most hot rod builders would laugh at you tell you to scrap it you have the ambition to tackle it hats off to you and it makes for good content u strike me as the kind of guy that doesn’t care about what everybody else thinks hahaha love your channel 🤙

  • @Frankinsteinguitar
    @Frankinsteinguitar Před 2 lety +1

    I admire your energy and tenacity, carry on!

  • @dirtydeanis4428
    @dirtydeanis4428 Před 2 lety +2

    I honestly had my doubts and thought you had lost your mind!!!!….but you are a machine and it’s looking good!!

  • @chuckharris1038
    @chuckharris1038 Před 2 lety

    Watching late but wanted to binge watch your show Thank you for rebuilding I have to live my love through you Because after force to retirement, Wife don’t love the hobby So feel lucky Thanks again They don’t comeback by themselves

  • @rogerfrancis65
    @rogerfrancis65 Před 2 lety +18

    Replacing whole floor seems way easier and quicker than trying to weld patches in to a giant rusty mess!

  • @shedbythetracks
    @shedbythetracks Před 2 lety

    I watch your channel because of your determination, skill and the ever-present possibility you will lose an arm. Keep it up!

  • @rickupdike6453
    @rickupdike6453 Před 2 lety

    you remind me of me 25 years ago ! grate work, love what your doing Dan,

  • @joncable4045
    @joncable4045 Před 2 lety

    Love the intro, all car guys and gals fully feel your pain and understand.

  • @davidwood1923
    @davidwood1923 Před 2 lety +2

    Hey hey... Brother. You Really Make All This Look Too Easy. Thanks for Sharing. Going to be a Solid Machine.

  • @mikedavis8165
    @mikedavis8165 Před 2 lety +1

    you sure made that look easy
    there's nothing easy about putting in a new floor pan 👍

  • @bigbobk1963
    @bigbobk1963 Před 2 lety +1

    I can't believe that!!!!!! That floor almost put itself in or your getting that good Danny!!!!!!!

  • @paulmiller3404
    @paulmiller3404 Před 2 lety +10

    I did a 1956 Nomad full of rust, but it was complete. sold it for $35,000. Every Nomad is worth saving. Great job!

    • @DDSpeedShop
      @DDSpeedShop  Před 2 lety +1

      Yup. They aint making any more of em haha

  • @rsprockets7846
    @rsprockets7846 Před 2 lety +4

    isnt it wonderful how much better the car looks with all the detris and debris removed and the cancer metal gone? GOOD JOB!!

  • @ronlamaster9301
    @ronlamaster9301 Před 2 lety

    Don't let the haters get to you. There are very few 55 Nomads out there. I am glad you are saving it. Keep up the good work.

  • @adambassador7727
    @adambassador7727 Před 2 lety +1

    "I got a roof, a VIN number and tailgate..." - LOL! Well, ya still got your sense of humour, Dan! That counts for a lot, when all is said and done. Plus we're rooting for ya!

  • @kk-vk7uc
    @kk-vk7uc Před 2 lety +2

    One floor board installed. 200% better. Instant improvement.

  • @jeffmay1926
    @jeffmay1926 Před 2 lety +1

    Great job Dan Wishing you and Danie a HAPPY THANKSGIVEING

  • @tonylee5860
    @tonylee5860 Před 2 lety

    Dan the man always can! You are a true inspiration! Keep on giving! The only bad thing about your videos...wish there was more! Waiting for the next one!!!

  • @BillHilly169
    @BillHilly169 Před 2 lety +22

    You can make something out of complete nothing, better than anyone on the tube! Never cease to be amazed with your skills!

    • @joesmoke9679
      @joesmoke9679 Před 2 lety +2

      Shoot im thinking about starting my own youtube channel... I have a 54 chevy project that is chopped 5in an sectioned 5in. An i havea ton of projects...

    • @rodney1818
      @rodney1818 Před 2 lety +1

      And he gets a little better every time

    • @DDSpeedShop
      @DDSpeedShop  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks man!

  • @williampage0214
    @williampage0214 Před 2 lety +1

    Keep up the good work Dan you are doing a fine job and saving one of Chevrolet most beautiful cars . you and Dani have a great day.

  • @timshamblin1223
    @timshamblin1223 Před 2 lety +2

    Looks great, Dan!

  • @justineutsler7879
    @justineutsler7879 Před 2 lety

    Way to go Dan keep kicking Ass and Taking names.

  • @garyholmes2334
    @garyholmes2334 Před 2 lety +1

    1 more saved from the scrap yard. way to go Dan

  • @MrLangleylad
    @MrLangleylad Před 2 lety

    One man’s junk is another man’s hot rod 👍

  • @rebuilditdad5787
    @rebuilditdad5787 Před 2 lety +2

    ahh the good old days.....i was thinking now he has to fix the rear mounts then i rememberd you have a new frame waiting in the other garage . i started a57 4 door wagon but because of health reasons sold it at a loss. i used a 2 panel floor. because of costs i lost my sight in one eye and lost my depth percepiton. so welding became a chore lots of blow through. the one peace is the way to go. over the years had 9 differnt tri 5s i miss those years also you have a very special lady to put up with your dreams. get er done.

  • @jameswilliams8621
    @jameswilliams8621 Před 2 lety +1

    I have learned so much from your channel! So enjoyable,

  • @leighbratcher1998
    @leighbratcher1998 Před 2 lety

    Looking good, your determination and not being afraid to make to make the effort has save d a bunch of cars.

  • @howardkoster4026
    @howardkoster4026 Před 2 lety

    Dan, you're even saying More Mur!!!!
    Dan, you get a vision and you stick to it!!!
    You tread on where most fear to go AND you accomplish your goal !!!!!!!!
    Wish I had your confidence!!!!!

  • @CrazyWillie01
    @CrazyWillie01 Před 2 lety +2

    Loved it Dan . Great floor video. ??? Saturday , live with you and Danni it had quarters on it and no video yesterday ??? Yer killin me ! Love you 2 and the channel

  • @zedixe13
    @zedixe13 Před 2 lety

    You have probably the most entertaining car project on YT at the moment .

  • @zachfender8693
    @zachfender8693 Před 2 lety +2

    Nomad is coming together really quick keep up the great work Dan

  • @mattnelson5322
    @mattnelson5322 Před 2 lety +1

    Very inspirational videos! Thank you for sharing and keep building!

  • @Baddog6873
    @Baddog6873 Před 2 lety

    This is by far my favorite Channel. Keep up the good work

  • @JMassengill
    @JMassengill Před 2 lety +5

    Watching that wood fall off the jack the 2nd time “damn” my heart went out to you

  • @daviddamico4288
    @daviddamico4288 Před 2 lety +1

    I had my doubts that it was going to work but it looks dam good for what it was nice work

  • @Opigoink
    @Opigoink Před 2 lety

    Dan, forget the negative comments. I and my friends love the videos you put out and the cars you fix. Keep up the good work. Can't wait to see the Nomad up and running..

  • @mrpurcountry
    @mrpurcountry Před 2 lety +2

    This is coming together really good can't wait for the next video

  • @ronaldcharlesjackson1491
    @ronaldcharlesjackson1491 Před 2 lety +5

    Floor pan Dan is the man

  • @DanDan-yy8sf
    @DanDan-yy8sf Před 2 lety

    Jesus Murphy ! I went to go take a pee and when I come back Dano has the floor stuffed under her already ! No moss grows under Dan's sandals !
    Hardest working Dan man in town !! Gotta love all the progress !!!

  • @jonlennon3348
    @jonlennon3348 Před 2 lety +6

    I knew it was worth restoring the minute I saw it. Great job Dan.

  • @stephenzampedri8712
    @stephenzampedri8712 Před 2 lety +10

    Keep on jammin on the Nomad Dan!! Your bring her back to life.

  • @greenmountainsuriving
    @greenmountainsuriving Před 2 lety +13

    D&D's Dan The Man The Myth The Legend Dan you fuckin bang out them Tri 5's in a hurry and anyone who says scrap a 2 door 55 Nomad the best Nomad there ever was they must be on the pipe or some sh!t. if that car was even wrecked and rusty it's worth saving all day keep grinding Dan & Dani YA'll are awesome thanks from Sean in Vermont

  • @thomasdenton5204
    @thomasdenton5204 Před 2 lety +2

    Good to have my DD speed shop fix

  • @allenbeaulieu7077
    @allenbeaulieu7077 Před 2 lety

    Super Dan the Tri Five Man. Never disappoints. Man you come up with the most ingenious ways of getting it done. The floor almost installed itself. Incredible job buddy. I can never get enough of DD Speed Shop. Thanks my man. Big Al.

  • @terrystiles1849
    @terrystiles1849 Před 2 lety

    Dan, 1st, let me say only reason why people are saying scrap it, is because they don't have the grit, or the determination to finish a project like this. 2ND so happy for you and Danni with your new house and shop, wish you years and yrs of happiness in your new home. 3rd have a very happy thanksgiving( if Canadians celebrate it on nov.24th)

  • @ccjensen4670
    @ccjensen4670 Před 2 lety +17

    I'm in awe of your tenacity to take on the projects you do...you bring the dead back to life!!! Keep up the good work..

  • @lorneh8642
    @lorneh8642 Před 2 lety

    Dude! your standards are higher than you give yourself credit. nice work. What you do in one night takes me 2-3 months.

  • @michaelguinn5736
    @michaelguinn5736 Před 2 lety

    D & D, Dan, Dani is becoming quite the photographer, she does a great job! The Nomad is coming along nicely! I've never heard anyone build a car by the amount of videos!! Pretty cool!! Be safe, God Bless!!!!

  • @oldrustycars
    @oldrustycars Před 2 lety +9

    I read where Bill "Grumpy" Jenkins, when racing his Monster Mash 55 Chevy hogged out all the body mounts as much as possible to slide the body back on the frame for weight distribution. Years later when someone was resturing that car the found the quarter panles didn't fit because of Grumpy's modifications. He was a true genius.

  • @THROTTLEPOWER
    @THROTTLEPOWER Před 2 lety +5

    Another GREAT vid Dan!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @martincollings6316
    @martincollings6316 Před 2 lety

    You're doing great there's always going to be people out there that think they know better, screw them prove them wrong, you're making it happen good job.

  • @dansimmons1964
    @dansimmons1964 Před 2 lety +7

    You're a tri-five wizard and a machine Dan...making great progress on this beauty 👍👍👍

  • @apere003
    @apere003 Před 2 lety +3

    Have you noticed how many haters have opinions but absolutely no solutions? I think your generally to nice to the haters...keep doing your thing.

  • @gertv6777
    @gertv6777 Před 2 lety +1

    Still having anxiety looking at that pile of rust, brave very brave

  • @allrotary
    @allrotary Před 2 lety +4

    great progress on the Nomad..I enjoy watching this build

  • @ernestsabatino826
    @ernestsabatino826 Před 2 lety

    Perfect music to work too.!!!!! Beats the screaming kind.

  • @dann7528
    @dann7528 Před 2 lety +1

    Great idea on the drivers door I'm going to try one on mine

  • @geraldhenson280
    @geraldhenson280 Před 2 lety +5

    Makings progress, that what count! Stay with it my friend 👌

  • @davidlang9939
    @davidlang9939 Před 2 lety

    AN AMAZING RATE OF ACCOMPLSHMENTS -- U KNOW WHAT UR DOING!!

  • @rajcam80
    @rajcam80 Před 2 lety

    Heck yeah brother, you are saving this car! JAM JAM JAM !!!!

  • @howiemook7701
    @howiemook7701 Před 2 lety +4

    Wow going together fast ! Wish I had your ambition 🤩

  • @stew6338
    @stew6338 Před 2 lety

    Hi Dan, yeh she was one of the roughest cars you have tackled. But yes simply just cutting out all the rusted sections and replacing it with new or good used panels has transformed this car. Well done. Kudos to you. Thanks for saving another car Dan, seriously you do this so easily.

  • @toyfoxokey
    @toyfoxokey Před 2 lety

    That feeling when things come together is hard to put a $$ on. Very cool!

  • @doug.patterson4732
    @doug.patterson4732 Před 2 lety

    you are doing a fine job saved another one from the crusher

  • @tomscarborough8958
    @tomscarborough8958 Před 2 lety +1

    The old Nomad is cooperating. Its wants to come back to life.

  • @rattlekankustoms
    @rattlekankustoms Před 2 lety +6

    It's crazy how much you get done in a few evenings. Considering you still work a day job, that's incredible! I'm WAY too lazy to jam that hard lol.

  • @rodneybrown1696
    @rodneybrown1696 Před 2 lety +1

    You are the sheet metal master. You’ll get it done and the carpet kit will be going in, in about 4 more videos! Lol

  • @raymondojala7628
    @raymondojala7628 Před 2 lety

    The only people that think it's junk are the people that don't have any skills, always look forward to your videos.

  • @brianhdueck3372
    @brianhdueck3372 Před 2 lety

    Dan, I’ll accept your “low standards”! Excellent progress, looking good! Good background music keeps the flow very well. Thanks again for all your hard work!

  • @shanewright6958
    @shanewright6958 Před 2 lety +1

    Look at that... itinstalled itself.. LOL. Another great video 👍👍🇨🇱

  • @spencebergen3694
    @spencebergen3694 Před 2 lety +1

    looking good Dan keep up the good work !

  • @ClassicCarOverhaul
    @ClassicCarOverhaul Před 2 lety +2

    Why would anyone give a thumbs down? I used to think I didn't have enough space to work in my garage until I started watching your vids, now I feel like I have a ton of space! 😊 Keep the vids coming!

  • @markbrown6236
    @markbrown6236 Před 2 lety

    You are getting so good at doing tri 5 floors.
    Love this build.

  • @kimberzelinski5478
    @kimberzelinski5478 Před 2 lety +2

    From. So sad. To. GO. MAD. !! Love it.!!! Keep on. Giving it. ' n we'll. Keep wishing we were there to help u out !! Dont let all the. "Karen's " get to ya !! Thanks for the. The motivation n. Tips for all of our. " projects " small n large !!!

  • @douggrenard91
    @douggrenard91 Před 2 lety +1

    Dan, you are making installing new floor boards look easy.

  • @michaelcarmack4731
    @michaelcarmack4731 Před 2 lety +1

    At least you have a game plan

  • @MrOilcountry
    @MrOilcountry Před 2 lety

    Dan, Glad your fixing the Nomad! If you get tired of it send it my way. Ha!