The old Pontiac never had a chance. Brent won't give up on her. Perseverance..... You got a lot of that. And it helps that you know more than the average.
I don't know what happened to it but my parents bought a Pontiac Chieftain in the the early 50's. Looked just like the one you are working on. Great memories, thanks Arizona
tickle me loose buddy..... your amassing to watch fixing these old cars....Your stick to it is remarkable, and it pays off....I was shocked that it finally ran.....your the man...
nice project, it's a good looking car the '49er. The joy on your face when she fired up the first time was priceless. keep on truckin' Brent, keep safe
Optimism abounds; great project ..and parts cars , invaluable.. Love this Guy stuff. I never had a newer in Wyoming 1979 to 1990, drove these Old Buggers.
Brent and his magic defibrillator brings another beautiful lady back to life...good job! I wish I could teleport through my phone and enjoy those good old fashioned exhaust fumes with you.
Its not a bad looking ride you know. I was born in 49. The motor actually purred the 1st start, amazing. Saw some chrome off the 4 door that might work, bumper and grill looked nicer. I have no idea how you deal with the body rust underneath, Be a driver for sure, make is safe and reliable then another guy could tinker away and still drive it to the hardware store. Great job on the motor. Nice project. Thanks for sharing, Dennis in Virginia
Sweet. I love my Pontiacs. The eyebrowes on the 4dr parts car look minty. I like the front end on the parts car. Very clean lines complimentary bumper, but the big chunky dental work of the 49 is boss. Win win!
My Dad had a '48 Pontiac Silver Streak, had a flathead 6 but a crack in #5 cylinder wall. He bought a running '54 Pontiac (last year for the flathead engine) with a straight-8 and pulled the motor. It was a bolt-in swap into the '49 and ran like a champ.
I love that sloping roof line down the back and the wide trim piece on the hood. Man, I think the body lines are cool as is don't even chop it. Your reaction when the pistons were popping up and down was "priceless "
Video did NOT drag! It was great. This one is screaming to have a good build series. 20K plus views already. No wonder, it's a 49 two door with a visor. Can't wait to see more of your magic. Thank you.
This engine sounds pretty good for being stuck as long as it was. I knew you'd get this running. Amazed I am. It started right up!!! The poor General is getting fogged..
Enjoyed seeing that one start ....when I was small my Aunt used to visit with a 49 or 50 Pontiac ...got into a lot of trouble pushing the starter button with my Cousin in the driveway ....what a tank
Haha, just go to the back yard and grab the parts! And love the sign on the wall under the car," WRONG WAY ". By the way, JB-80, is the way to go on spray for froze up parts! 👍😎
Hey my name is Nick are used to do mechanic work and boy you are a great mechanic I’ll tell you right now you’re very very good excellent I love to watch you all the time keep up the good work
My first recollection of a car was my dad's 1950 Pontiac. Then I ran across a picture of me as a toddler in 1955 with the Pontiac in the driveway. It was a straight 8, he had it until the mid 60s. Great old car, very reliable.
Love that comment "I bypassed that disappointment right away" LOL - your channel just gets better and better! - oh ya for what its worth, we used to use plain old diesel fuel as a penetrating lubricant for the really tough shit.
Love your channel, all the content, music & your laid back attitude / approach to your projects, since stumbling on it about a month ago ! I had a '50 Pontiac 4 dr Streamliner many, many years ago, that my great aunt gave me. My dad had.a '49 2 dr sedan he bought new. I also restored a '38 Pontiac 2 dr fastback sedan back in 1975. So the old Tin Indians have a special place in my heart. Always look forward to & enjoy your videos ! Very well done ! Don't change a thing. Thanks for all your efforts & time to share with all of us. You're a Class Act ! Much enjoyed !
Love those old Pontiacs. My first car in 69 was my grandfather's 51 Pontiac Chieftain. Straight 8 3 on the column. Light green 4 dr. That straight 8 was very powerful. later I had a 53 4dr str 8 automatic dark green top light green bottom. and a 50 2dr business coupe with a 6 that I bought for $50.00 and drove 2 years.
I Knew it would run. What a wonderful experience to discover a good engine under all those rumors. It's hard to beat the old 6. One of the best engine made. You couldn't hurt them.
I came home from the hospital after I was born in an Oldsmobile of that body style and year. My dad loved that car. It was originally lavender and he painted it pearl green.
I'm a mechanic in New Zealand. We used to spray a liberal coat of galvanized roof paint onto the copper gasket and it stopped any seepage because after 50+ years they are never completely flat, LOL It fills any minor scratches too. It always worked.
I had a ‘49 Olds with the “Big Six” flat head. Nice to see something comparable worked on👍 My Olds had an X frame and lever shocks. Your Pontiac must be a ‘50 because I believe that’s when the conversion from lever to tube shocks was.
If it’s a copper gasket you heat it up and dunk it in water to anneal it and it makes it soft again. Great work love your videos all the way from the uk. Thanks Malcolm.
Hi Brent here's an old school trick for you with a seized engine soak it as you've done put a breaker bar on the crankshaft pulley nut point towards the floor slightly and put a trolley jack on the end of the bar just a little pressure and leave it like that, all the time the engines soaking the jack is trying to turn the crank, love the channel regards from the UK, Bob
I had it written off as junk, but you proved me wrong. Fix the starter and tranny mount (thank you for parts cars) and then 'take her for a boot,,' love it. Cameo General shot was a bonus.
Project is a 50 Pontiac, parts car is a 49 Pontiac, both are Canadian Pontiacs (Chevy/Pontiac combo). I have had a couple of 49 Pontiacs so this project is of interest. Your approach is beneficial to those who don't know much about this process and if you don't know much there really is a lot to know and learn. Thanks.
Wow Brent is there any old car that you cannot get running. I like all the effort put into it to hear an old flat 6 pontaic running, sounds like a chevy 6 with quite rocker arms looks as a natural born rat rod with mother nature doing the customizing, And she is a runner with scars on block and holes in her body but glad to see her as a car that is still around .A++++++
Since you were holding the hot wire in hand an the battery was disconnected after it would start, it appears that the generator is doing what it should an making juice to run on. I like the front of your parts rig the best an no holes in the headlight brows. What a find. Glad it wasn't the slush box transmission as there okay but ah.... just not my cup of java. It should be a breeze for the starter car builder as they really forgiving in so many ways. I used to boil the head gasket in hot water and then quence it in diesel oil. It would swell up enough to get you by for a few but not for long. Great little videos your giving us Brent
I somehow knew that you'd get it running. I always worry, when someone sprays oil down the plug holes, that they're going to drop the little red tube down one of them lol.
Hands down, the best channel, the best works, the most likeable presenter. One man band doing magic with old cars. Love your videos!
Geez, I jumped for joy when she finally started Brent! Way to go! I was surprised as to how quiet it actually was.
‘Unthaws’ cracks me up! Isn’t that like ‘refreezes’? But hats off to the guy’s determination and attitude!
The old Pontiac never had a chance. Brent won't give up on her. Perseverance..... You got a lot of that. And it helps that you know more than the average.
Unbelievable! She's a runner, can't beat those old flatheads, I can't get over how quickly it starts!!
Love those midfifty 2 door fastbacks
I have heard them called several things, I remember about 50 years ago a guy called them a turtleback
The little things that make are day. Thanks for sharing.
That loader or whatever you call it, is probably the best investment you ever made considering how much use it gets. Pretty handy tool for your needs.
"Compression...I bypassed that disappointed right away ! " Good move. You are now my hero.
I don't know what happened to it but my parents bought a Pontiac Chieftain in the the early 50's. Looked just like the one you are working on. Great memories, thanks Arizona
tickle me loose buddy..... your amassing to watch fixing these old cars....Your stick to it is remarkable, and it pays off....I was shocked that it finally ran.....your the man...
Behold: The master of percussive maintenance!
Ian you getter done just take your time and do it right. Hope you all are having a good day. God bless and have a blessed evening and night
nice project, it's a good looking car the '49er. The joy on your face when she fired up the first time was priceless. keep on truckin' Brent, keep safe
That runs smooth for the age of the car. Amazing.
It fired right up and I thought. Are you kidding me. But there it is. Great job Brent. Wow!
THE MOST entertaining first start video ever!
Man about jumped out of my seat for joy when she kicked over and ran like a top..amazing. Was not expecting that!
I had that happen with a 48 plymouth 4 door sedan.
Popped off and ran perfect. All I did was give it a total tune up. It sat for over 20 years.
I have been all weekend watching your 38 Pontiac build and I followed along on the general build. I love your content keep them coming.
Optimism abounds; great project ..and parts cars , invaluable.. Love this Guy stuff. I never had a newer in Wyoming 1979 to 1990, drove these Old Buggers.
Brilliant and very lucky man Brent having such beautiful toys to play with ,you're living my dream brother!!!
Brent and his magic defibrillator brings another beautiful lady back to life...good job! I wish I could teleport through my phone and enjoy those good old fashioned exhaust fumes with you.
I look forward to seeing your videos
Its not a bad looking ride you know. I was born in 49. The motor actually purred the 1st start, amazing. Saw some chrome off the 4 door that might work, bumper and grill looked nicer. I have no idea how you deal with the body rust underneath, Be a driver for sure, make is safe and reliable then another guy could tinker away and still drive it to the hardware store. Great job on the motor. Nice project. Thanks for sharing, Dennis in Virginia
That is such a kool car! Glad you brought the old girl back to life!!
I think that was the fastest fire up I’ve ever seen from a stuck engine to running, love your surprised look when it first ran ,,you made it look easy
You are the stuck motor man, very very cool!
Just love that Canadian bumper jack you used on the parts car😉👍👍
How cool is that ! 49 Pontiac, and it's a runner ! I thought the motor was a goner, but you bought it back yo life. Thanks Brent. 👍😎🙏🕵🏾♂️🍺🎵🎸🚙👽🥂
Some ATF in the oil works wonders for cleaning and unsticking the lifters and cleaning out the oil pump and such.
Fun... So glad you are keeping this engine instead of swapping it out.
really enjoyed watching you breath life back into this old poncho
Marvel Mystery Oil helps get stuck motors free too. Keep plugging. I'll keep watching. Enjoy the new adventure. It's not terrible.
Sweet. I love my Pontiacs. The eyebrowes on the 4dr parts car look minty. I like the front end on the parts car. Very clean lines complimentary bumper, but the big chunky dental work of the 49 is boss. Win win!
My Dad had a '48 Pontiac Silver Streak, had a flathead 6 but a crack in #5 cylinder wall. He bought a running '54 Pontiac (last year for the flathead engine) with a straight-8 and pulled the motor. It was a bolt-in swap into the '49 and ran like a champ.
Started watching your RUclips channel and i think it's awesome bringing these dinosaurs alive again, keep posting I'll keep watching awesome.
I love that sloping roof line down the back and the wide trim piece on the hood. Man, I think the body lines are cool as is don't even chop it. Your reaction when the pistons were popping up and down was "priceless "
Well then, you made it run again by old school way....that was great! Enjoyed whatch your work! Greatings from Brasil!!
that is the kind of car that really needs to see the road again. thanks for initiating the first steps of it's revival!
Keep calm and clean that gasket... You are quite the horse trader Brent!!!😎
Video did NOT drag! It was great. This one is screaming to have a good build series. 20K plus views already. No wonder, it's a 49 two door with a visor. Can't wait to see more of your magic. Thank you.
That is one nice Pontiac Maan ! I really like it. Especially the Warer Fall Hood and the rest of the Crome is all there Maan. Yehaaa. Save It. !!
It's such a great feeling to win the battle with something rust stuck.
This engine sounds pretty good for being stuck as long as it was. I knew you'd get this running. Amazed I am. It started right up!!!
The poor General is getting fogged..
I jumped up and cheered when that thing turned over! Awesome!
Another great start. Thank you for sharing Brent.
Love the Pontiacs. That looks a lot better than you would find around here.
Man, that's a beautiful piece of work. A darling.
The joys of wrenching in Canada -
This was very gratifying. Can’t believe you got it running.
Enjoyed seeing that one start ....when I was small my Aunt used to visit with a 49 or 50 Pontiac ...got into a lot of trouble pushing the starter button with my Cousin in the driveway ....what a tank
again an amazing video man....old school mecanics....like the early days......love it
Haha, just go to the back yard and grab the parts! And love the sign on the wall under the car," WRONG WAY ". By the way, JB-80, is the way to go on spray for froze up parts! 👍😎
Hey my name is Nick are used to do mechanic work and boy you are a great mechanic I’ll tell you right now you’re very very good excellent I love to watch you all the time keep up the good work
Wow impressive, still runs, nothing like old school build. From amazon, car hop trays, spring is here.
I always loved seeing these old engines roar back to life.
My first recollection of a car was my dad's 1950 Pontiac. Then I ran across a picture of me as a toddler in 1955 with the Pontiac in the driveway. It was a straight 8, he had it until the mid 60s. Great old car, very reliable.
Boy, she was screaming small block like crazy there for a while!! GOOD JOB!!
Brother, you're incredible 👨🔧👍👍
Love that comment "I bypassed that disappointment right away" LOL - your channel just gets better and better! - oh ya for what its worth, we used to use plain old diesel fuel as a penetrating lubricant for the really tough shit.
I enjoyed the ol pontiac star up. So satisfying
Ahh..we had a "51" 4 dr Chieftain. Str-AAA-t 8... 3 speed with plenty of move em out !! Great to see what's happening at your garage 👍👍👓👓
Love your channel, all the content, music & your laid back attitude / approach to your projects, since stumbling on it about a month ago !
I had a '50 Pontiac 4 dr Streamliner many, many years ago, that my great aunt gave me. My dad had.a '49 2 dr sedan he bought new. I also restored a '38 Pontiac 2 dr fastback sedan back in 1975. So the old Tin Indians have a special place in my heart.
Always look forward to & enjoy your videos ! Very well done ! Don't change a thing. Thanks for all your efforts & time to share with all of us. You're a Class Act ! Much enjoyed !
Love the music and your work on this antique..My Dad loved Pontiacs..
Love those old Pontiacs. My first car in 69 was my grandfather's 51 Pontiac Chieftain. Straight 8 3 on the column. Light green 4 dr. That straight 8 was very powerful. later I had a 53 4dr str 8 automatic dark green top light green bottom. and a 50 2dr business coupe with a 6 that I bought for $50.00 and drove 2 years.
Way to go! WIN!! Would make a Kool Taildragger.
Beautiful, beautiful car. Nice to see people willing to give ones in this condition some love.
I Knew it would run. What a wonderful experience to discover a good engine under all those rumors. It's hard to beat the old 6. One of the best engine made. You couldn't hurt them.
Awesome blue rims. Hope you keep them that way. Best music of any channel so far.
I love flathead sixes...basic and reliable. Always great to see someone get one running and use it rather than another small block install.
Cool lull! My buddy Brian had one of those. What a handy unit. Especially in MN
I came home from the hospital after I was born in an Oldsmobile of that body style and year. My dad loved that car. It was originally lavender and he painted it pearl green.
What a look of love and devotion...great dawg
I'm a mechanic in New Zealand. We used to spray a liberal coat of galvanized roof paint onto the copper gasket and it stopped any seepage because after 50+ years they are never completely flat, LOL It fills any minor scratches too. It always worked.
I had great luck using Siloo Valve Kleen, add it to oil and run the engine. Does a fine job !
Bravo Had a great time seeing you bringing it back to life. Thanks for sharing You both look happy Riding in the General
I had a ‘49 Olds with the “Big Six” flat head. Nice to see something comparable worked on👍 My Olds had an X frame and lever shocks. Your Pontiac must be a ‘50 because I believe that’s when the conversion from lever to tube shocks was.
Brent I love how happy and excited you get when an old motor fires up :) It puts a smile on my face too. I'm always amazed that they actually run 👍👍👍
Smile on your face Brent when it started turning 😂😂🤘🤘🤘🤘
If it’s a copper gasket you heat it up and dunk it in water to anneal it and it makes it soft again.
Great work love your videos all the way from the uk. Thanks Malcolm.
Hi Brent here's an old school trick for you with a seized engine soak it as you've done put a breaker bar on the crankshaft pulley nut point towards the floor slightly and put a trolley jack on the end of the bar just a little pressure and leave it like that, all the time the engines soaking the jack is trying to turn the crank, love the channel regards from the UK, Bob
You saved another one. This should make someone a fine project car.
I got a Pontiac my self so this is what i like to watch .
Can see the joy in your smile when it finally started.
Golden Royalty Brent!!Love it.
Good looking Pontiac. Has a lot of potential. It will sell easy. Pretty sound car. 👍
Yippie, Brent has a new project!👍👍 New project=new beer boxes(Miller Lite) to use as gaskets, painting aides...
Glad you picked a warm day
Hey you have such a great program I love watching this it has kept me entertained since I started watching it thanks so much for your programming
I had it written off as junk, but you proved me wrong. Fix the starter and tranny mount (thank you for parts cars) and then 'take her for a boot,,' love it. Cameo General shot was a bonus.
Those wheels are great looking
Project is a 50 Pontiac, parts car is a 49 Pontiac, both are Canadian Pontiacs (Chevy/Pontiac combo). I have had a couple of 49 Pontiacs so this project is of interest. Your approach is beneficial to those who don't know much about this process and if you don't know much there really is a lot to know and learn. Thanks.
Wow Brent is there any old car that you cannot get running. I like all the effort put into it to hear an old flat 6 pontaic running, sounds like a chevy 6 with quite rocker arms looks as a natural born rat rod with mother nature doing the customizing, And she is a runner with scars on block and holes in her body but glad to see her as a car that is still around .A++++++
The Need a part .... get a part guy.
Great work,
I love this style car and the 30's styles
I have a 48 Pontiac myself. Got the Straight Six running, but plan to put a small block in it this summer. Great vid 👍🏼
Love to see these old machines come back
Since you were holding the hot wire in hand an the battery was disconnected after it would start, it appears that the generator is doing what it should an making juice to run on. I like the front of your parts rig the best an no holes in the headlight brows. What a find. Glad it wasn't the slush box transmission as there okay but ah.... just not my cup of java. It should be a breeze for the starter car builder as they really forgiving in so many ways. I used to boil the head gasket in hot water and then quence it in diesel oil. It would swell up enough to get you by for a few but not for long. Great little videos your giving us Brent
I somehow knew that you'd get it running. I always worry, when someone sprays oil down the plug holes, that they're going to drop the little red tube down one of them lol.
Good to see The General in from the cold!
Cool. Ive never seen a motor turn over by starter with the head off. Cool seeing the pistons moving