1969 Chevy Van Build #8. Electrical problems! New Radiator. Lights! Gauges. POR 15. Prime front end

I bought a 1969 Chevy Van off Facebook Marketplace for $800. It's been off the road for 35 years. In this video I go over the electrical system and diagnose what it needs to get the lights working. I install a new aluminum radiator. I do some POR15 rust treatment, install a gauge set. I strip and prime the front end. And so much more!
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[@jamespn]

I like those led head lights, you can see where you’re going at night, especially those dark country roads.

[@rodhurst5831]

I had an 81’ chev short box no windows shagon wagon complete with bed, wood paneled walls, parquet flooring and a rocking stereo. Aww the good old days. 😢

[@sothernborn1]

You didn’t even flench when that black spider came crawling out when you were point toward the busted mirror bracket . lol ..

[@rayinpau.s.a.6351]

I'm just a person watching the video , But I feel excited to see this old van being freshened up . I have always liked old vans and this year and style is my favorite . You are doing a good job Lee !

[@clunkersandclassics]

Thanks

[@johnnymack8442]

Those headlights look good. But like you said if someone doesn't like them they can send you some Holley retrobrights.

[@heathlewis8104]

The front of the van reminds me of a grasshopper it's cool

[@jefferywarburton2116]

It's amazing how much a little primer can perk some things up.

[@michaelbristol6467]

That's Rock n' Roll Lee baby, get to know the name. He's known! 😉✌

[@JohnRolin]

So awesome watching your work. Dam wish I had a few old cars around to tinker with . Learning more all the time. Hellyeah....

[@jefferywarburton2116]

The original west coast style mirrors had a bracket with three bolts in the door at the bottom and the top bracket had 2. A 10 in. mirror isn't for everyone but i kinda wish they all had um.

[@DanzigDemento]

When I was a kid I had to replace my thermostat. Broke 2 thermostat housings putting just a touch of snug tightening the bolts. Pissed me off. That was back in the late 80’s and I thought that was wasted money. Don’t understand why they couldn’t make them out of durable steel.

[@NickFortier]

Hey, what about tossing the fuse box in to vinegar?Thats a space van obviously ;)

[@clunkersandclassics]

Thought about it but it's held together by rust and there wouldn't be much left

[@NickFortier]

@@clunkersandclassics time does its thing that's for sure

[@roberthood2352]

Coming along nicely,enjoying watching you work on the van

[@clunkersandclassics]

Thanks

[@randyman828]

Love the work you do, keep on rolling. 👍

[@clunkersandclassics]

Thanks

[@daviddrea4786]

Pulse Charger can bring old batteries back to life by vibrating the plates to remove buildup!
For old parts try Buds Auto Salvage Alina, Ok
Keep up the great work!

[@randymacsgarage]

Brother hell no it’s no subbi duh van it’s a Nikki Do Van ! 😂

[@VATION3RD]

My uncle had a red 1967 Chevrolet van with the 327 and Powerglide transmission...

[@clunkersandclassics]

cool

[@rick343]

Yeah I thought the 90s were over with, but we only have a few days of them.

[@kennethshirley2854]

Love the work man !!!

[@clunkersandclassics]

Thanks

[@rick343]

Damn I miss wind wings and dimmer switch on the floor, I'm ready digging the van, when I was a kid, my dad had one of the old Ford Econolines, pretty much the same body style, I remember it being really gutless, but it was cool on the inside, also had to get use to sitting directly over the front wheels, I think all vans are going to become popular, for people to live in, hell our rent went up from 550 to 700 a month, I guess I better sell all my vehicles and buy a van to live in.

[@clunkersandclassics]

good back up plan

[@toddjohnston4788]

Loving the build, got to get you to 20k

[@clunkersandclassics]

Thanks. Almost there!

[@greasy8eyes]

saw some old school truck mirrors on amazon that may work for 39 each

[@richardenright3170]

I hate PETINA!! Black and shiny for me 😊

[@billytompkins1236]

Grill and bumper looked awesome bare metal I would have cleared it

[@sothernborn1]

Can ya flip the leaf springs and drop the van down ? I think it would look better if it was dropped about 3 or 4 inches all the way around . I’d also put some led lights point down at your feet from under the dash maybe on a switch where they would come on when you open the door or need to see something at nite when your driving ... From experience those old vehicles are pitch black at nite driving them .. Should be relatively inexpensive..

[@billytompkins1236]

Take measurements on it look up aluminum radiator with measurements

[@pwthomas757]

👍👍👍

[@sothernborn1]

That’s what the van needs is a 12v power supply . It has a cigarette lighter surly don’t it ?

[@clunkersandclassics]

it has a spot for a lighter. I'll be adding a cig lighter and power supply.

[@russellsnyder4221]

un hook all the wires take the fuses out and let the whole fuse block soak in white vinegar for seven days and the rust will be gone .try it and just trust me and you'll be surprised. again put it in a bucket with cover soak it for seven days and safe a 100 bucks

[@murvisstribling4035]

Looking great i need that charger for my 76stingray comment the name i don't drive it that much

[@clunkersandclassics]

link is in description

[@jct300m]

That lower t-stat housing aint cheap...try a yard

[@clunkersandclassics]

$79 ouch!

[@jct300m]

@@clunkersandclassics Them 6cyl were pretty common motor, might find it at local junkyard