Will it run and drive after 29 years 1981 Chevy

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  • Опубликовано: 24 ноя 2024

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  • @JunkyardDigs
    @JunkyardDigs 3 года назад +872

    She'll run!

  • @charlievane66
    @charlievane66 3 года назад +504

    There's something very satisfying about seeing that old and abandoned vehicles coming back to life, I discovered your channel a little while ago and already saw all videos, keep it up man, love your content

    • @samuelnakai1804
      @samuelnakai1804 3 года назад +10

      Tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire.
      -Gustav Mahler

    • @thatoneguy6875
      @thatoneguy6875 3 года назад +4

      Me too, just finished bingewatching all of these vids

    • @Vize_Iron
      @Vize_Iron 2 года назад +6

      Me to, my grandpa bought a 1977 dodge power wagon w200 7-8 years ago for 500$ and drive it home. It had surface rust and a rust hole in the floorboard with 84k miles on it. He changed the fuel tank, carburetor, fuel pump, and it runs AMAZING now. He gave me the truck last year so I brought it to my house sanded it down, and painted it black. It doesnt look like the best paint job, but it's better than it was. And I personally am very happy with the truck.

  • @gorjlg
    @gorjlg 3 года назад +81

    If I ever won the lottery, this is how I would spend my days

  • @shady714
    @shady714 3 года назад +125

    First.. mahn i really like watching those old cars come back to life after so many years... it makes me very happy... keep up the good work mahn

  • @wwjoshdew
    @wwjoshdew 3 года назад +271

    27:45 that shot couldn't have worked out any better dude. Just gorgeous.

    • @shaundiltz5821
      @shaundiltz5821 3 года назад

      @@xmmatt Lucky lmao

    • @mannycweiss3053
      @mannycweiss3053 3 года назад +2

      dagum smooth

    • @catsaregovernmentspies
      @catsaregovernmentspies 3 года назад +4

      I was pleasantly surprised by how smooth that 180 was. My favorite shot in the video.

    • @BilisNegra
      @BilisNegra 3 года назад +3

      He has the camera on a tripod pointing at the car approaching, then he lifts it off and keeps on filming without any jitter, super smooth, masterly done. And it's not like he can have done multiple takes on a car that is barely working!

  • @BigBoodyJudy556
    @BigBoodyJudy556 Год назад +3

    The fact that you’re perfecting someone’s work that was done 10-20 years before you were even born is truly breathtaking.

  • @georgeinczauskis7871
    @georgeinczauskis7871 3 года назад +55

    I love seeing an old beast come back to life. Driving out of its grave under it's own power.👍

  • @toddhurley5629
    @toddhurley5629 2 года назад +5

    My dad had a truck like this back in the day. Listening to that thing run brought back old memories.

  • @chrisperez8092
    @chrisperez8092 3 года назад +9

    That truck made music!!!! Awesome job!!!! Thank you sir!!!!

  • @MrJeffcoley1
    @MrJeffcoley1 3 года назад +34

    This is a little trippy to me, I remember very well going to the Chevrolet dealership in 1981 with my parents to buy a new car. I was 11, trucks just like this one lined up on the lot brand new. And now, they are sought after classics and some are derelicts like this one disintegrating in a field. I am old, man.

    • @COWBOYZNATION
      @COWBOYZNATION 2 года назад

      Beautiful colors & over half were 2-toners. 👍

  • @LEGIOXIIIG
    @LEGIOXIIIG 3 года назад +179

    Love your channel dude. Hilarious how persistent you are to get some of these old wrecks running. Btw that Bavaria you had a few episodes ago may be worth something.

    • @jenningsmotorsports7554
      @jenningsmotorsports7554  3 года назад +60

      Thank you I didn’t know if it was worth much probably going to get it where it drives and stops and put a turbo on it seems like a fun car to keep around

    • @mrfluffy485
      @mrfluffy485 3 года назад +10

      @@jenningsmotorsports7554 do you think you could make more videos on it as you make progress on it? that car is one I'm a huge fan of!

    • @frosty_fragg1145
      @frosty_fragg1145 3 года назад +2

      @@jenningsmotorsports7554 bro where the smart car at

    • @ItsSIR2YOU117
      @ItsSIR2YOU117 2 года назад +2

      @@frosty_fragg1145 getting batteries/rewired or something

    • @jamesskinner2989
      @jamesskinner2989 2 года назад

      Persistent what he is a f idiot

  • @thebfg836
    @thebfg836 3 года назад +18

    Man I had one of those awhile back I bought for 500 bucks (No bumpers, no seat, no tailgate, no problem). 75 bucks and a trip to auto salvage and a 6 pack to a uncle with free time and I had one hell of a road runner. The best part of my day was looking in the lkq book all day to see what I needed lol

  • @fathead492
    @fathead492 2 года назад +3

    this video makes me feel a lot better about my truck. i inherited my grandpas old 86 c10 just like this one but red. it had been sitting up for several years before i got it. slowly working on it to get it running now

  • @dioniciothomas6755
    @dioniciothomas6755 2 года назад +5

    Idk why why i found the sound of her struggling starter trying to get her running was beautiful
    I love the sound of old vehicles coming back to life

  • @basedWisco715
    @basedWisco715 3 года назад +13

    I like that your junkyard has different sections and plenty of room for expansion 😎

  • @NachosElectric
    @NachosElectric 3 года назад +17

    "She's worth at least two bucks..." You got me on that one. Good thing I wasn't drinking anything when you said that.

  • @BilisNegra
    @BilisNegra 3 года назад +25

    Why do I find these episodes so satisfying knowing nothing about car mechanics? I enjoy the moment when I even seem to understand at least part of what he's explaining/doing, which sure enough it's just an illusion, but it works for me!

  • @andyglazzard1062
    @andyglazzard1062 Год назад +11

    "Sounds like a handful of bolts in a blender"......love it!

  • @roncrawford7128
    @roncrawford7128 2 года назад +4

    I love your place. Everything so nice and tidy. I bet the people in your neighborhood are proud as a pickle to have you for a neighbor. Keep up the good work.

  • @berad187
    @berad187 3 года назад +5

    Love these old classics I use to own a 1980 Chevy Silverado with the 4.1l inline six 250CI it sure had the power for a inline straight six that's a 2WD 3 speed manual 3 on the tree

  • @SecretSauceyjuice
    @SecretSauceyjuice 3 года назад +12

    That drive-by camera-grab shot toward the end was pretty slick.

  • @johnellick7362
    @johnellick7362 2 года назад +2

    I got an 1988 chevy pickup I bought from a farmer and worked on it enough to get it back on the road. I love those old chevy trucks. Great job getting your truck up and running.

  • @winaykumar6988
    @winaykumar6988 3 года назад +10

    30:06 that's how my truck sounded back then, but I regret selling it in 1989 for $ 1200. I ❤️ your videos!

  • @deniseshephard3347
    @deniseshephard3347 3 года назад +2

    These sound lovely when they pur for the first time I do hope you keep this beauty together

  • @evanluke8094
    @evanluke8094 3 года назад +6

    It's verry rare to find a creator that has good content and a voice with a good narrative

  • @sirhobs325
    @sirhobs325 3 года назад +2

    Finding this channel has made my week. Thank you.

  • @jeraldwall3536
    @jeraldwall3536 2 года назад +4

    I had a number of the old chev's and GMC. Those where great trucks hope you keep it and drive it I know I would. Great job on all the work you do to bring that history to life and not destroy it.

  • @raygraser6196
    @raygraser6196 2 года назад +2

    I can't undertand a word of this man's language, but I like to watch him yabber on while he fiddles with old vehicles until they start working again, Great Job!

  • @JK35280
    @JK35280 3 года назад +32

    The oldest that truck could be is a 1981. The 1980 C-10 has a grille similar to the '73-'79, but with headlights that were slightly more square. In that regard, the 1980 C-10 was a one-off model.

    • @C.Hawkshaw
      @C.Hawkshaw 3 года назад +2

      I love the 82 c10

    • @camarochris071
      @camarochris071 3 года назад +6

      Only 2 years had the parking lights in the front bumper. 81-82

    • @camarochris071
      @camarochris071 3 года назад +2

      @Jim jibroni why do you say its only an 82?

    • @scottclute8413
      @scottclute8413 3 года назад +2

      @Jim jibroni only82????

    • @greystone83
      @greystone83 2 года назад +1

      @@camarochris071 72 trucks the same

  • @lennorrismurray2016
    @lennorrismurray2016 2 года назад +2

    I also have one myself 1981 been setting in my parents back yard 12 years now just got had it in the paint shop and mechanic shop just got it out the shop last week Wednesday

  • @gunner75171
    @gunner75171 3 года назад +15

    "Atleast she has brakes maybe." That's what I say everytime I'm hopping on an off ramp.

  • @evandaignault
    @evandaignault 3 года назад +14

    Respect from up north, these vids are awesome!

  • @ab_ab_c
    @ab_ab_c 3 года назад +17

    You could actually probably bring that old chevy truck back to pretty good working condition for a farm work truck...

  • @davidwhitworth5931
    @davidwhitworth5931 3 года назад +13

    I have watched several of your vids and love them all. I especially liked this one as I had an 80 model swb that I drove to work and back for many years. Keep 'em coming!

  • @Jeremiah71603
    @Jeremiah71603 2 года назад +8

    One thing I've thought of while watching a lot of your videos where the vehicles have something that isn't frozen/seized up or in "better" condition than it should be otherwise, is kids and young teens periodically playing in them trying to crank them over, mashin' brake, gas peddles etc. I spent a lot of my childhood summers staying with my mom on the families old farm property and doing those same things with old forgotten vehicles in the woods with that childhood hope of being able to drive them, being young. Just a nostalgic thought, I know there are innumerable factors but you never know, that could one of them.

  • @tenofusathome
    @tenofusathome 2 года назад +5

    I love those old Chevys there’s some of the most reliable trucks

  • @whodom
    @whodom 3 года назад +12

    Seems like there should have been a lot more oil inside that valve cover; it was practically dry. Maybe that’s related to the lifter problem? Good job getting her running.

    • @COWBOYZNATION
      @COWBOYZNATION 2 года назад +2

      Probably sludge in the oil pan. Run a quart of transmission fluid or Marvels Mystery Oil thru there, then change the oil & filter.

  • @Trenton-om9qs
    @Trenton-om9qs 3 года назад +9

    I love seeing old abandoned vehicles come back to life

  • @thomasmadessis8795
    @thomasmadessis8795 3 года назад +5

    You sir are a pro! Good job on starting all them old vehicles, hope to see more

  • @morganevans7269
    @morganevans7269 3 года назад +23

    I came across your channel recently and I'm amazed with how you can get these old beauties running again! I look forward to seeing more of your work! I love seeing old cars run again, you're doing a great job bud!

    • @pookysdad4884
      @pookysdad4884 3 года назад

      "Beauties"? 🤣 I watch a lot of "make junk run" channels, but Jennings' vehicles are the JUNKIEST! 😂 More challenging that way, I guess.

    • @morganevans7269
      @morganevans7269 3 года назад +3

      @@pookysdad4884 Old Cars are more beautiful than new cars. One man's trash, is another man's treasure. 👌

    • @pookysdad4884
      @pookysdad4884 3 года назад +2

      @@morganevans7269 Absolutely. But some of his are in REALLY bad shape, like the Starliner. Ya MIGHT get em to START, but they'll never be a roadworthy vehicle again. And that's ok. Yard art!

  • @JazzStrat781
    @JazzStrat781 3 года назад +5

    Love your channel and always love seeing you get these old cars and trucks running 👍 really excited about seeing the '29 GMC worked on!

  • @johntherogger
    @johntherogger 3 года назад +3

    These old Box body Chevy's will run forever. Hardest toughest truck they ever built

  • @OriginalRialZ
    @OriginalRialZ 2 года назад +3

    brother's expertise is incredible

  • @nightstalker_fm4728
    @nightstalker_fm4728 3 года назад +3

    man i love your vids just makes me happy to see how persistant you are tho get those oldies to run keep it up greetings from austria

  • @SuperSherman44
    @SuperSherman44 3 года назад +18

    Great job getting the old Squarebody going! There’re tough vehicles. That blue is a really cool color

    • @COWBOYZNATION
      @COWBOYZNATION 2 года назад +1

      These trucks are pretty simple to work on too...

  • @jasonkortink4785
    @jasonkortink4785 2 года назад +2

    Love that sound !your living my dream ,love this channel always neat cars and trucks

  • @ashtonharvey5723
    @ashtonharvey5723 2 года назад +4

    Dude I love how that sounds with the messed up exhaust. Sounds awesome still lol. I’m definitely subscribing to this channel. Only channel that actually shows them and gets them running, plus you can actually see what’s going on unlike other peoples videos

  • @zacharyburgin4193
    @zacharyburgin4193 3 года назад +2

    Love these videos no one does anything like this on here I love learning and you do well showing and explaining

  • @evansmine8
    @evansmine8 3 года назад +6

    Amazing videos, ive been binge watching em, keep it up!

  • @MarkDunn
    @MarkDunn 2 года назад +2

    I am not a "car" person by any means, but this was a kick to watch! Thanks!

  • @evanssickvids8167
    @evanssickvids8167 3 года назад +22

    that's actually a nice truck, when restored

  • @Trucker1957
    @Trucker1957 2 года назад +2

    That old square body Chevy truck is a highly desirable model for truck enthusiasts. I'd hate to see it not get rescued, would be a nice truck with some TLC.

  • @ianmaddams9577
    @ianmaddams9577 3 года назад +10

    Amazing how you get these ole motors working. Do you ever restore any of them . As it would be great to see a full restoration project.
    Love your channel. All the best from here in the uk 👍🏻

  • @tholmeshomes7712
    @tholmeshomes7712 3 года назад +1

    I watched a total of 1:20 and I had to subscribe. The gas station and expired beer sold me friend

  • @810SHO
    @810SHO 3 года назад +5

    Just wanted to say that youtube recommended your channel to me and I am so happy that it did. I LOVE your videos and can't wait to see more!

  • @Elliotfan09
    @Elliotfan09 2 года назад +1

    Never seen any of your videos. The "Shes worth atleast two bucks" joke 30 seconds in made me insta sub.

  • @skeletor1878
    @skeletor1878 3 года назад +4

    absolutely love these videos dude!! keep up the amazing work!

  • @Kylewilliss
    @Kylewilliss 3 года назад +1

    And you are the reason I'm looking for an old chevy to fix up.

  • @adamclaflin521
    @adamclaflin521 3 года назад +3

    Love the truck and love what you do. I'm currently trying to find a 40s to 50s chevy to house my freshly rebuilt 235 thriftmaster.

  • @pvrker
    @pvrker 3 года назад +2

    Love the content man, keep it up! this is by far my favorite channel to watch on RUclips

  • @CountryAndClassics
    @CountryAndClassics 3 года назад +6

    Hey! If You guys ever come across a 1987 Ford Crown Victoria, Let Me know as I am looking for 1 for parts for Mine.

  • @D3-AD
    @D3-AD 2 года назад

    Im addicted to your channel keep up the good work

  • @lgarcia67
    @lgarcia67 3 года назад +3

    “I think she is out of time…” dude in more ways than one! 😂 … Great job bringing her back!

  • @herrakaarme
    @herrakaarme 3 года назад +18

    The packrats probably ran out of lifespan trying to fix the engine. It happens easily when you only live a couple of years. They did try their best, though. Probably.

  • @TheyCallMeNoobieButItsNewBa
    @TheyCallMeNoobieButItsNewBa 2 года назад +4

    6:07 the “spark plug delete” joke got me lol 😂😂.

  • @nothingtoseehere999
    @nothingtoseehere999 Год назад +1

    I love your videos keep up the great content.

  • @C.Hawkshaw
    @C.Hawkshaw 3 года назад +4

    I ❤️ those early ‘80’s Chevys . Had 3 of them. So reliable and fun,

  • @fiteusjmud2302
    @fiteusjmud2302 2 года назад

    Man that is my most favorite truck in the world I’m happy u are working on it

  • @justinraystyles3537
    @justinraystyles3537 3 года назад +5

    That truck deserves to live on the road again!!

  • @JohnnyWednesday
    @JohnnyWednesday Год назад +2

    Love your videos, you're a really nice guy and really know your stuff - all the best from England!

  • @Eli_Jackson72
    @Eli_Jackson72 3 года назад +3

    I died laughing when you said "The optional spark plug delete kit" 😂😂😂

  • @shawnlittle3091
    @shawnlittle3091 3 года назад +2

    I’m not sure why but early 1980s Chevy trucks like this on my top 10 list when it comes to pick up trucks Man I wish they would reproduce trucks like this.

  • @yammmit
    @yammmit 3 года назад +11

    these videos will take over youtube. keep it up man, love them. do you restore the cars fully or just try to get them running for fun?

    • @pookysdad4884
      @pookysdad4884 3 года назад

      He's gotta go some to catch Junkyard Digs, Vice Grip Garage, et al.

  • @dude8093
    @dude8093 3 года назад +2

    That was one of the dirtiest vehicles I have ever seen, I wouldn’t have gone near that cab. But you have managed to give it some love an it came back to life. Amazing. You are a vehicular miracle doctor, lol

  • @HamiltonvilleFarm
    @HamiltonvilleFarm 3 года назад +7

    Good video!

  • @pookysdad4884
    @pookysdad4884 3 года назад +1

    I got a 78 C20 Squarebody, in red. The 350 is blown, but I only paid 200 for the whole truck. And it came with an Edelbrock intake & carb, a brand new gas tank, and 3 real good tires!

  • @tomkeofficial
    @tomkeofficial 2 года назад +3

    "But I guess rat was trying to start her up, to see what spark plug's rotten" got me laughing hahaha, he's a true car mechanic with enthusiasm, that's what I like, he makes things work 👍

  • @famelitegamer3317
    @famelitegamer3317 3 года назад

    I just bought my 88 s10 5 speed, she is still, no syncs out and runs mint, 219k miles and she is a dream

  • @blainemuma9607
    @blainemuma9607 3 года назад +3

    Just stumbled by your videos! All i can say is so glad someone else is getting these things going again! Quick question though any of those cabs for sale possible a 37 chevy or ford?

  • @morganjefford
    @morganjefford 6 месяцев назад

    I had that exact truck. chopped and made a short bed, Put a 350 Oldsmobile Rocket. and Eagle mags. Bright red people were always trying to buy it. it was a sweet ride.

  • @RedPillLife1966
    @RedPillLife1966 3 года назад +3

    You got a package on the way. Just sent today. My ex Father in law had the same model. Funny. His still runs and he refuses to get rid of it. lol

    • @jenningsmotorsports7554
      @jenningsmotorsports7554  3 года назад +1

      Thank you for the leaf blower inverter and the remote starter switch they are going to come in handy getting all these old cars running again
      Thanks again very much appreciate it

    • @RedPillLife1966
      @RedPillLife1966 3 года назад +1

      @@jenningsmotorsports7554 Your welcome. I hope they serve you well.

  • @ashtonharvey5723
    @ashtonharvey5723 2 года назад +2

    Lol the optional 4 cylinder to save half the gas. I love these videos and the way he thinks of things is funny how he sees the funnier side of things lol

  • @phonotical
    @phonotical 3 года назад +10

    Do you fix them and sell them on or just buy them to see if the engine works? 😅

  • @Ramcharger85
    @Ramcharger85 Год назад

    New to channel. Damn nice Chevy. Grew up.on em. Dad owned a 74 C30 with the 454. ❤

  • @NoName5589
    @NoName5589 3 года назад +3

    After watching four of these videos I can't not subscribe, especially when you're going to get the ol GMC moving! I can't wait for that, thank you for these videos :)

  • @Collinormous
    @Collinormous 3 года назад +2

    That was awesome and way easier than normal. Good find!

  • @visionsofhere3745
    @visionsofhere3745 3 года назад +11

    Time for the JMS drinking game.
    One shot for "ool", "kool", and "set the world on fire". Two shots if the car actually catches fire. Call an ambulance if the car catches fire while the dodgy petrol feed is still running.
    Love your videos, but they're really bad for my liver!

    • @pookysdad4884
      @pookysdad4884 3 года назад +1

      "Ool", LOL 🤣. I've teased him about that too. Poor boy can't pronounce OIL 🤦‍♂️😂. Or aluminum FOLE, or an ignition COLE, or tilling the SOLE, LMAO!

  • @Villiscaband1
    @Villiscaband1 2 года назад

    Something about the charm of old Square bodies i just can't deny. Whether you are a chevy man, ford, gmc, or dodge, you appreciate the look of all square bodied rides.

  • @ProjectRescues
    @ProjectRescues 3 года назад +6

    Are u really gonna not continue working on the 29 GMC and get it driving and fixed up again? I think most people are really wanting you to focus on that, because that's quite rare a truck that sits that long fires up again. I suggest you focus more on that. I think the views speak for themselves.

    • @jenningsmotorsports7554
      @jenningsmotorsports7554  3 года назад +15

      I am going to get it driving waiting on parts video should be up next week going to fix the cab and hopefully find a set of tires I have gotten the brakes mostly working

    • @maggs131
      @maggs131 3 года назад +3

      @@jenningsmotorsports7554 I cant wait to see it run again for more than 10 seconds. You should fashion yourself a better hand crank

    • @ProjectRescues
      @ProjectRescues 3 года назад +1

      @@jenningsmotorsports7554 Awesome! Looking forward to it.

  • @RiggyRonnie
    @RiggyRonnie 3 года назад +1

    Just bought an 83 c10 with the 350 also single cab long wheel base, runs and drives, now strange of RUclips to suggest me this, I’m not complaining

  • @COWBOYZNATION
    @COWBOYZNATION 2 года назад +2

    Pretty fun, old, trucks to work on. Basic air, fuel, & electricity principles. Just like that 1969 you had putting around. 👍

  • @stonerdrums
    @stonerdrums 2 года назад +1

    He has some good one liners.. He says
    "Like a handful of bolts in a blender"

  • @hotrodpawns
    @hotrodpawns Год назад +1

    Just stumbled across your channel at random, love your content.

  • @turvboi007
    @turvboi007 3 года назад

    New favourite channel can’t wait for more and congratulations for 80k

  • @leifandersen2756
    @leifandersen2756 Год назад +1

    There’s so may of these videos so many of us is fed up with them like the first wash etc.

  • @rookeygarage
    @rookeygarage 3 года назад

    I’m glad RUclips recommended this channel to me, videos are just great 🤘🏽

  • @davidford2169
    @davidford2169 5 месяцев назад

    I'm watching this in 2024...playing catchup as a new subscriber....👍🇬🇧

  • @ProfessorSnape22
    @ProfessorSnape22 3 года назад +2

    Nice work 🔥

  • @the-senders6956
    @the-senders6956 2 года назад

    Thank for the help now I have kind of a idea what I'm doing with my truck

  • @tycoontheproducer
    @tycoontheproducer 3 года назад +1

    It would be an honor to work along side you. A day well spent 💯