I'm Letting High School Students Transform My '86 Chevy Into A Tesla-Powered Supercar
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- Опубликовано: 9 фев 2025
- Kansas City's Operation Breakthrough is doing something incredible - they're changing lives by teaching real-world skills to kids who need it most. When I visited their Ignition Lab, these high school students showed me how they converted a classic Chevelle into a Tesla-powered masterpiece. So I did what any reasonable person would do - I handed them the keys to my '86 Chevy K10!
In this video you'll see that these aren't just any high school students. They pitched me two options for my truck: amazing and INSANE. We're talking dual Tesla Model 3 battery packs, 500-mile range, and a full show-quality restoration. When they tried sneaking past that $30,000 price difference... I knew we had to go all in.
Operation Breakthrough serves over 700 kids every day, from infants to teens, providing education, meals, and a safe place to learn and grow. The Ignition Lab is just one example of how they're teaching real skills that can change lives. Our family has been supporting OB for years but seeing it firsthand, these kids blew me away with what they can do.
Watch as these amazing students start the process of turning my square body Chevy into something Kansas City has never seen before. And trust me - this is just the beginning!
Enter to win '69 Chevelle - operationbreak...
#jasonkelce #operationbreakthrough #tesla
Here before everyone else discovers that Jason has his own RUclips channel and he premiered their videos on Thanksgiving morning! Fly Eagles Fly! This is such a cool school program!
Go Birds!
This program is so awesome for these kids! Also Jason having an Eagles welding helmet is bad ass!
Go Bills! Happy Thanksgiving!
Up to 14K subs, algo is working slowly.... but it will get there.
@@JasonKelcehow do we bring this to Philly???? 🦅🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸🦅 Go Birds!!!!!
Thanks, Jason, for hanging out with us. The kids are super excited!
Y'all are awesome!! Tell the kids they are a shining example of grit and determination and leadership! This is so cool!!! And to the hard working hands behind the scenes that makes the program run, y'all are angels. 💛
@garischmidt4171 Thank you for the kind words! We will let them know. Follow us for updates on the chevelle and any of our projects including Jason's truck.
Those kids are amazing. And that program is absolutely incredible
Man... I wish I had appreciated and followed Jason more as a player.. the NFL really drops the ball by not showcasing the real man he is. So many kids lack real role models. Show kids it's cool to just be a normal guy.
What an amazing program! GREAT JOB! This was such a fun video to watch!
I love that a famous football player is using his youtube channel to promote awesome programs that really help people instead of just showing off how famous he is and all the famous people he knows. This is an awesome program and it's so great to see you use your platform to promote it to the world.
This was founded by his brother Travis. An awesome program that let's kids know someone cares.
My nephew Emmanuel has the most contagious smile and laugh hahaha. So happy the world gets a chance to see how wonderful and amazing this young man is. Congratulations to you all! And thank you Jason for this wonderful opportunity for this amazing organization and these talented kids.
A++ presentation by Emmanuel.
This is badass, I love that he didn't shy away from showing the trades, young people need to see more of this. America needs to be the leader in making bad ass stuff.
Operation Breakthrough is a Gem here in KC! My company is one of their supporters. Their entire program is just amazing!!!! ❤
Ms. Nichols would you care to share the name of your company? I would like to support the companies that support this program. I live in Missouri and travel to KC frequently. Does your company have an online presence? Thanks for the support you give.
Awesome!! Thank you supporting them!!
I like companies like that.
Not only did he help out that amazing program, he seemed genuinely thrilled to take part and learn
Thank you so much Jason! This was truly the highlight of not just mine but everyone at Operation Breakthrough and MINDDRIVEs year! You’re a natural at welding so if this youtube career ends up not being the right path, hit us up for a welding job!
Jason! Hanging out with you was awesome man! Extremely glad I got to share about the Chevelle, and I'm excited as we gear up and start the work on your K10. Hope to see you around the shop again here soon! Like I told you, that was one of the craziest things I've ever experienced!
Congratulations Emmanuel! We are all so proud of all your accomplishments and look forward to all that you do!!
The whole country needs programs Ike this one. Thank you for showcasing this great school.
It is wonderful seeing the youth being taught skills that can launch them into a lifetime successful career. Programs such as this, should be available to all students nationwide. Too many times, youth are portrayed in a negative light and it’s wonderful seeing positivity.
Damn, you guys and the whole family just hit the mark every time. Good people with kind hearts, that is what should count in the world.
I went to a tech school as a kid and people used to look down on it for no reason. It's really nice to see kids who actually want to get into the automotive repair industry (it's almost rare these days) get a chance to work on a possible once in a lifetime build. These kids have some talent too.
This is just one more reason to love you Jason.
I am a graduate of a Vo-Tech school in the 70's. Back then it was for the kids who didn't have aspirations of college and or were "problem kids" who didn't perform well in the traditional school setting (me). I can only wish for the experience these young people are getting. Jason Kelce is a national treasure, and should be treated as such!
@billhorton2564 Same with me, graduated from Tech and High School in 2002. It was the same stigma. I always said at least I get a half a day in a shop while you're stuck at a desk. Lol.
@@PatRyan-c7z I never worked one day as an auto mechanic, even though I graduated top in my class. I made thousands as a shade tree mechanic for my side hustle. Spent my career working at golf courses.
@billhorton2564 That sounds like a sweet gig actually. Very nice.
@@PatRyan-c7z I made a lot of money, and supplemented it with the shade tree work. Retired now...fishing, golf, and pickleball.
We need more programs like this and these athletes and the NFL, NBA, MLB should be supporting and donating to this type of program you actually see how it’s changing lives and helping families….
This program is fantastic. Kelce wanting his original square body Chevy from ICE to electric is sacrilegious.
Absolutely love the idea of this program. What an opportunity to learn real life skills. Brings hope for our future generations. Great job Jason in showcasing Operation Breakthrough
I agree. We need more programs like this. Not every person can or wants to go to college. We should give high school students the way to get good training in varied fields! Thanks to Jason, these kids got exposure and maybe some other cities will follow this example!
Thanks Jason for bringing light to this organization and more importantly to what the kids are achieving!
Operation Breakthrough is amazing, I had no idea that they had that many different opportunities for these kids. I can’t wait to see what they do with Jason’s truck. I wish there were places like this all around the country that would help kids.
Really appreciate that you use your celebrity to encourage kids to develop skills and to bring attention to this type of program. The rhetoric in America lately has been getting me down but watching you gives me hope that our allies to the South is still a land full of wonderful people.
Jason, this is a great way for you to spend your retirement! And those kids are going places! I can't wait to see how they transform your old truck.
Now this is a thanksgiving miracle.
Jason, eventually I need you to do a series where the girls help you work in rebuilding a car from scratch. It would heal my fatherless childhood ✨
love that
Had no idea who you were, clicked for the video concept, and had a small breakdown realizing the random cereal I got on sale had your face on it. Great cereal mix, and great video!
This is what I’m thankful for when they ask at the Thanksgiving table
😂😂 video or it didn’t happen!
@@JasonKelce😂 no phones at the table
Wow. I work for a small program that helps underprivileged youth and this is amazing. Thank you Jason for showcasing a way people are lifting each other up. Much love.
Retirement RUclips channel let's gooooo
This was an awesome thing u did bro to give them money to do this and to shine is amazing
What an amazing project! These kids are awesome and so talented, thank you for sharing this video! I wish this project could go national, there are so many kids in this country that would benefit.
Damn that’s cool as heck!👍 nothing wrong with keeping an old car alive forever ❤
They should set up a program like this in Philadelphia... then on to other cities throughout the country as well!
Thanks Jason Kelce! You are awesome. (and so is that program!)
Awesome program! Thank you Jason for doing conversion. Love seeing these kids passionate about learning real life skills!
Love to watch this family succeed. 😊
Always knew you were genuine thank you for helping. You are truly wanting the leaders in the community.
Found one of my new favourite channels can’t wait to watch these videos and the rest to come🎉 congrats Jason the RUclips channel
❤️❤️
This is great, I love getting the local students involved. Personally I've wanted to do something similar but using the extend range style with Gas/Diesel EV Generator powering the whole thing. That way you can still fill up and keep driving. Similar to the new Ramcharger or what I think Deboss Garage / Edison Motors is doing. Keep it up Kelce! You are showing "us" how to be great again.
Jason is a wholesome dude. I can watch and hear him speak anytime. Congrats on everything. God bless you and your beautiful family. Eagles fan from Houston. 😅 go birds 🦅 💚
Great job Jason, in promoting these young adults’ work and skills. Good luck with the truck.
So fun to see more of this program after hearing about it for so long! Going to be amazing! Very cool kids
I normally wouldn’t be on board with converting it to electric but because the kids are doing it I’m all in this is awesome can’t wait for you to take us along on the journey. Oh and that art work from the proposal needs to be on a shirt
This is the RUclips channel I needed👏🏻
I’d heard about the truck project (New Newsssss!) but I didn’t know we’d get video! And there’s a whole Jason Kelce channel? I’m here for it. Alright nah!
Dude, this just makes me love Jason more. He's truly a man of the people.
That’s a beautiful truck and personally I love that your making it electric. Those square bodies have been done every way imaginable, so it’s refreshing to see something that if has been done already, I’m sure not many are out there.
Mr Kelce!!! Retirement has suited you well
It was so cool to hear about this project, honestly enjoyed every video so far and how you highlight different ways to positively impact on the community in all of them
Thank you and your team for great effort and content! ❤
Jason, just proving you are never to old to learn! Great role model for the kids! Because of you, I’ve started watching the eagles! But don’t tell your brother!! 😂😂🤫Go Chiefs!!
Can not wait to see that square body finished Mr. K. And what a great program you are supporting there. I hope all those kids realize the opportunity in front of them and take their lessons to the top. Great video and inspirational life lessons.
This is such a cool program. So happy to see it supported by one of the best people alive. Much love for Jason Kelce. Excited to see how your truck turns out.
These kids are inspiring man. Make me wanna start teaching my younger brothers how to work on cars for when they start driving
I truly wish more people in your place were like you
Wish you nothing but the best
The power of electric is so extreme. The take off, top speed. Everything. ❤❤❤
Going to need new suspension, wheels and tires to handle that amount of power. It's going to uncontrollably take off with old running gear and Tesla power.
Wow Jason! This great and a really good program to help young people learn a skilled trade that will help them later on in life too. I really appreciate what the lady is also doing to help out so many families in need. Even more now than ever with the cold winter weather coming in now. Your popularity will help give a new life to this program and hopefully encourage more people to do something like this in their area! Thank you for your support and generosity towards something so inspiring. God bless and congratulations on your new baby girl on the way ❤
Thank you for being one hell of an ambassador for Ohioans and the University of Cincinnati! God speed
Good Afternoon this is Awesome, the Young Ladies and Men are showing so much potential to shine even Brighter than They Already Are. This Truly a Hand Up to the Community, Education Empowerment and Reflection of their Skill, Knowledge and Imagination to not only See “ What Is, but also What Could Be”. Well done. 😀👍🥰👍🥰👍🥰
Damn I want that Eagles welding helmet lol. Also I’m a big square-body guy too so I love the build. Idc if it’s electric or gas or diesel, a square body is still cool
How neat! Will be excited to see finished product. Kudos to you Jason for celebrating one of Travis's causes and supporting kids with a bright future,!👏❤️
Dude, this thing is going to be AWESOME! the 60s/70s cars are truly gorgeous, and to see one thoughtfully modernized while also giving a learning experience to all these kids. Incredible. Can’t wait to see the update vids!
Can’t tell you how much I want a converted classic car but it’s a lot! These kids are doing great ❤
I love this program so much!! Wow! When these kids get to have the educational access they deserve, their minds are free to soar! So beautiful ❤️
This sounds like an absolutely awesome program. Thanks for highlight it for everyone to see some of the great happening out there in the world.
Lots of talented kids out there. Glad they have a place that gives them the opportunity to learn and make something good of themselves.
You could see this kind of thing coming since the beginning of the New Heights podcast. It's goofy of course but there's no trashing other players, just respect. Respect that is earned of course and that's the other half. Don't give respect where it hasn't been earned and if you want respect, earn it. This just makes us Eggles fans even more proud of The Sexy Batman. I can't believe I just wrote that. Keep up the good work, Jason. Show everyone why we love ya.
This is good for the kids. Help them learn about real life jobs for them and helps them get ready for adult life. Thank you Jason Kelce for being an inspiration and giving a platform for these kids to pursue their dreams and talent in the future
Welcome to RUclips Mr. Kelce! For a famous, rich guy you seem so down to earth, a nice neighbor, great girl dad and fortunate that Kylie puts up with you. With everything you now have on your plate you may have to reverse your retirement back to active player to get some REST!
The Eagles welding helmet.... nice touch. Hope it gets some use in more projects! Keep up the great work!
It's one thing, to convert the Chevy to electric, that's cool itself, but to do it with a partner like Operation Breakthrough.... I fear this should already be in YT's Hall of Fame
New Chevy Blazer EV has a single electric motor in the rear making it RWD. But it packs in 340 hp and 325lb/ft from that single motor. It would be an awesome drive train for old Chevys with problematic or lethargic engines. Wish they would sell it like a crate motor for building (hot) lightning rods.
This just came across my Recommended page. Seeing Jason’s ‘86 Chevy reminds me of my first “daily driver” in high school, my dad’s bare-bones ‘83 Ford F-150. Just something about those ‘80s trucks that makes them classics.
Loved seeing you welding! Makes my heart proud! GO BIRDS!
It’s so great to see you with those kids and their instructor calmly reminding them to warn before welding. Just great solid instruction! Much love from Texas Kelce!!
Im already loving this RUclips channel and am here for it all! I think this program is amazing and wish that every community had one its so helpful for these kids and what they do!💚💚 That name plate is awesome Jason! Go birds!🦅
loving the hands on experience that these kids will never forget. The world needs more of this.
2 amazing vehicles and programs for teens and the GOAT of hosts!
Damn it’s awesome seeing that school providing that, love to see people get help getting into the trades. Also, GO BIRDS !🦅
Here before this channel goes viral 😊💚
Welcome 🙏
WE LOVE YOU JASON. We're going to Philly to see my first game against the Steelers and I got my kelce jersey primed and ready 🎉🎉
As someone who got to work in a shop, let’s let these young mechanics and engineers learn! Who cares about EV vs ICE, let’s let the next generation do their best and learn while doing! Can’t wait to show my daughter how to fix simple components! This gives me hope.
Jason you are transforming your post-football body right, you look great. I remember you talking about what you could realistically do because of the changes your profession did to your body and as a body worker I appreciated it. I think this thing you're doing is super cool, but hey I'm woke and proud of it.
I can't wait to see this project progress. The car project and the RUclips project. Go Birds!!
Gah Damn it, Jason is living every Ohio kids dream. Being good enough, to make other peoples lives better... Congrats, Sir. You deserve every good thing that happens to you and your family.
i cant wait to see the finished truck, thats badass that there's a tradeschool for kids like this. and sick that you're promoting the program. love to see it, Go Cowboys
Absolutely love hearing about programs like this. ❤
THIS IS A BADASS AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM!!
Actually love the idea of fitting old cars with new tech
What's up man my wife and I are huge fans and appreciate all that you do. Keep killing it brother you and your family are great.
Jason, thank you for always showing that you care and for letting others shine !!!
Incredible program! So cool what those kids are doing. Excited to see how the truck comes out.
This is a super cool program for these kids, and JK does a great job of high lighting it/them. Also, while an electric square body is for SURE going to piss off a lot of people, I love the fact that it's keeping the OEM Showroom look.. Awesome all around...
Redskins fan here. Absolutely love Kelce. Champion human.
I wish I was still in the KC area with the Corvette. I would love to let them do something to it!
Welcome to RUclips!
Can't wait to see the finished product.
this was awesome
Thank you for supporting KCMO students.
Welcome to the RUclips hood! 👊🏻
Thanks bubba - happy to be here!
Here before the channel blows up. I love this. Seeing a more relatable side to people you see on tv is really nice.
I respect that when he was in the hot seat for another 30k he literally didnt blink on some "its for the kids" type shit, what a legend.
How cool… can’t wait to see the final project
Pretty cool that Jason spends some time in KC doing stuff like this.
Kansas City will always welcome the Kelce brothers man. You're awesome!!
Electric square body, not my cup of tea, seeing a bunch of kids get the opportunity to work on a cool project, and learn real world skills, is my cup of tea. This is awesome!
You're a stud Jason. Miss seeing you on the field, but hell this is even better. Helping out the less fortunate is always the way it goes brother. Go Birds.
I love how Jason has made KC his second home and KC has adopted him as one of their own without ever playing here.
My goodness these kids are talented 😮