Reviving my grandpas rare 42 Ford with only 28k miles

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  • @raymondpopp9863
    @raymondpopp9863 Год назад +8

    I am 97 years old and am addicted to your channel. My first car was a 1929 Ford and after the ww 2 I bought a1949 Ford with overdrive.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  Год назад +1

      That’s great. Thank you for watching

  • @JamesCouch777
    @JamesCouch777 2 года назад +216

    You are a very blessed man to still have your grandpa around.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +31

      You are right and he is truly awesome

    • @craiglunn7565
      @craiglunn7565 2 года назад +9

      That is a wind up clock.

    • @kbobdonahue1966
      @kbobdonahue1966 2 года назад +9

      Sleeperdude's grandfather has a nice car collection. 🚗

    • @John-4649
      @John-4649 2 года назад +6

      Yeah he is, after they’re gone you remember all the questions you forgot to ask and all the things you wanted to do with him.

    • @ashleyhall1061
      @ashleyhall1061 2 года назад +3

      That's a very beautiful car but you were right your first instinct about pulling gas tank and draining it flushing out the line I don't know when you make this video but I'm thinking it's starting with the process of doing but yeah that would be my guess that you should have flushed those lines out and that gas tank that way it would have not messed up the idling

  • @davidjohnson5845
    @davidjohnson5845 2 года назад +3

    Cute to see, brother and sister, sitting next to each other, in that 1942 classic.

  • @rickdozier3609
    @rickdozier3609 Год назад +2

    Your kids will look back years from now and enjoy the memories you created for them.

  • @cameronsmith5868
    @cameronsmith5868 2 года назад +24

    You’re great dude. Our country needs more like you! Great job teaching your kid a skill and being a decent family man.

  • @mikeschriever1034
    @mikeschriever1034 2 года назад +34

    First time I've seen a car that old and sitting all those years that the mice and rats didn't destroy it! That is amazing!

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +5

      Yeah it was stored well

    • @mikeschriever1034
      @mikeschriever1034 2 года назад

      It sure was! I would love to have a old ride that nice. I have 27 Ford muscle cars and old trucks and Broncos. About time I get a nice old car.

  • @jamesmichael3998
    @jamesmichael3998 2 года назад +86

    Man dude you are so lucky your grandpa really hooked you up with all those original parts and not to mention that beautiful classic Ford i hope you cherish this car for ever and pass it down to your lucky son. I'm looking forward to seeing y'all shine her up nice. Cheers from Jacksonville Florida 🌞

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +24

      We are just getting it running for him and gonna take it back .

    • @clevelandmaker386
      @clevelandmaker386 2 года назад +9

      @@Sleeperdude man ...that's so cool .....my grandparents were long gone when I was born...and such great cars and a great man ..
      That car as is would bring a large envelope and at least four snowman truckloads of vienyas

    • @jeromebreeding3302
      @jeromebreeding3302 2 года назад +7

      Love those old buggy sprung Ford's, especially the 42, as they made so few of them. By the way, those lever-action shocks are Houdailes. They are not a friction shock but rather a valved, fluid filled shock. They can be adjusted for firmness on the body and by changing the viscosity of the fluid. On the downside, they are expensive to rebuild.

    • @jeromebreeding3302
      @jeromebreeding3302 2 года назад +2

      @@Sleeperdude It would help a future owner of the car(maybe you?), to know what they're dealing with, for the cars shocks. Friction shocks can be easily fabricated, hydraulic precision engineered lever shocks, like Houdailes can not.

    • @miguelalgarin13
      @miguelalgarin13 2 года назад +1

      Na padum-padum 8

  • @armedinbama
    @armedinbama 2 года назад +13

    Cars, family, critters and church. You have hit upon a winning combination! Really feel honored that you share so much with us! 🇺🇸

  • @pauldillinger2286
    @pauldillinger2286 Год назад +5

    I love those old cars. Theres a man i have known all my life and he has 1 of those cars. He completely restored it a few years back and it still runs like a champ. Love videos like this my friends. God bless yall.

  • @MrTonyBrooklyn
    @MrTonyBrooklyn Год назад +4

    Of course your Grandpa is the nicest man. You had to take after someone! Nothing sounds like a flat head! Great job! Thanks again for the video!

  • @derrickpang8764
    @derrickpang8764 2 года назад +16

    You are living the life buddy. Glad to see family, excitement, and history all in one video. Keep up the good work!

  • @TerrenceTerryLynch
    @TerrenceTerryLynch 2 года назад +8

    Ralphie boy you’re gonna turn out just like your dad a good mechanic you’re really blessed son you have your dad your granddad and your great granddad God bless you and your family thank you

  • @christinestephenson1742
    @christinestephenson1742 2 года назад +8

    What an absolutely beautiful old car! How special that it is your grandfather's! I hope Ralphie ends up with it. I thought it would never start!

  • @deltonwatts9726
    @deltonwatts9726 Год назад +1

    Great video....we did not have a TV, Phone, Air, etc growing up either...and no cars.

  • @juanpabloarena2724
    @juanpabloarena2724 2 года назад +8

    Emotional to see the three generations hugging each other! Beautiful content 👍

  • @stubryant9145
    @stubryant9145 2 года назад +6

    1942 sounds indeed rare, WW2 was a time where you had to have connections and a really good reason to get so much as a new tire. TVA warehouse makes it seem like a former government car. And like so many others have said, having family is such a treasure. Keeping that going with your kids is so excellent. 👍

  • @bobbrueckner7498
    @bobbrueckner7498 Год назад +3

    I used to do the very same thing that you are doing on your show and with a lot of cars from the 40s and 50s but I did it in the early to mid 70s when cars of those years were in a lot better condition than you can find them today. You really take me back to better days. Thanks, and keep it up.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  Год назад

      Very cool. I’m glad you like it

    • @auzmo
      @auzmo Год назад

      I wonder if that is what happened with this car and why it is in the condition it is. Im guessing someone did some restoration 30-40 years ago

  • @williamhelms9942
    @williamhelms9942 2 года назад +6

    Way To Go, Sleeper! Grandpa, and your dad are why you're a success with machinery!

  • @JudahHarris-n3w
    @JudahHarris-n3w Год назад +2

    DIOS PROTEJA SU FAMILIARES Y TODO LOQUE TIENEN . Emotional to see the three generations hugging each other! Beautiful content .

  • @davidsolberg9935
    @davidsolberg9935 Год назад +2

    I loved watching you bringing the 42 ford back to life. My dad had one but had to sell it during the war cause you couldn’t buy gas or tires. I loved that car.

  • @sneaks01
    @sneaks01 2 года назад +58

    Awesome!! I love how you involve the family and even the animals in your fixes and restorations!

  • @kyvetteman
    @kyvetteman Год назад +3

    Nice car! The classic car dealership I managed a few years back had a '42 Ford Tudor with the bright trim. All the "experts" that came in swore it had a Mercury grille, simply because most people have never seen a '42 Ford.

  • @BrodieBr0
    @BrodieBr0 2 года назад +22

    My friend, this is what the holidays are about! Sharing fun times with family and doing nice things for one another. So great to see! God bless your Grandpa!

  • @StonedGamers
    @StonedGamers 2 года назад +16

    Never seen your videos before, barely even started this one.
    *Immediately* like you for teaching your son to drive and be confident. Already dropped a like.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +3

      Thank you I appreciate it make sure you subscribe and check out the other videos

  • @brianramsey7048
    @brianramsey7048 Год назад +1

    Love your videos. I'm in Sevierville We are pretty much neighbors I'm from Bullsgap TN.

  • @jonlennon3348
    @jonlennon3348 2 года назад +7

    You are very lucky to have your grandpa,I miss my parents and grandparents so much it hurts.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад

      Yes and they are truly good people .

    • @davidbryant5875
      @davidbryant5875 2 года назад

      Me too buddy… miss mine every day and my mom.

  • @wessmith7408
    @wessmith7408 2 года назад +4

    I realize this video has been made for a while. I always enjoy your videos but the best thing is seeing you and your son doing this & adding the rest of the family. I did a project with my son for his 1st car. We had a good relationship but in the end after 15 months we were not just buddies but best friends. To this day when we see each other he always talks about the car. A lot of late nights and weekends. I just wish there were a way to get this message across to parents. It doesn't have to be a car. THE IDEA IS SOME INVOLVED PROJECT WITH YOUR CHILDREN. It is that simple. Even when they were more grown we tried to have one rule - dinner one night a week as a family and dinner on Sunday. This rule had some breaks as you have no control over everything. My kids lived up to this 95 percent of the time generally inviting their friends to eat.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +1

      Yes your right . That’s awesome . We eat together everyday but I’m sure that will change once they grow up and move out .

    • @stevenannett1739
      @stevenannett1739 2 года назад +1

      My first car was a 1974 Vega that had more rust than steel and when the muffler fell off it just disappeared,,lol but got to drive Dads tricked out 70s style van for years,,,and what a great make out machine that was,,,,just saying

  • @clydepodvin5026
    @clydepodvin5026 2 года назад +3

    Dude you are so lucky to still have your grandfather around. Cherish the moment. This is the best car ever on your videos. Can’t wait to see more of it.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +2

      Yes I am I had 4 great grand parents still alive in my childhood too it was great

  • @nealgrubb1889
    @nealgrubb1889 2 года назад +1

    nothing better than father and son time together, working on a project car. the Best .

  • @MUN.A1988
    @MUN.A1988 2 года назад +1

    Really you deserve that decent Dad..and this beautiful car carries the old good memories of your Dad..sure Mama also hoping she is still living.
    You're a good family having many oriental customs ..wish blessed happy life.

  • @HanstheTraffer
    @HanstheTraffer 2 года назад +5

    When I was Ralphie's age our family car was a '41 Ford....Lot's of memories....Then we got a '60 Rambler. Our back window fell in all the time...Mechanics couldn't get it to stay...My brother and I had to take turns holding it up on trips.

  • @matthewaustin6914
    @matthewaustin6914 2 года назад +8

    Awesome, I just recently revived my late grandfathers 1981 Chevrolet Silverado, 68,148 original miles.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +3

      That’s awesome my wife loves them

  • @pauldefouw3984
    @pauldefouw3984 2 года назад +5

    That video is fantastic. I am 69 years old and I own a 1941 Ford which I am currently working on. I was hoping that yours had a flathead V8 in it, but a 6 is good. I have a slightly souped up rebuilt flathead V8 in mine. Love it! Your squeaky clutch sounds just like mine did before I put a new bushing in the clutch arm pivot. What I think is happening is the clutch arm is scraping on the floorboard hole because of a worn bushing and the spring is pulling it sideways. Check it out. I'm anxious to see future episodes on that one. I also think it's cool that your grandpa taught you so much and you still have him around. You are truly blessed.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +1

      Yes sir I am. He is a great man . Thanks for watching

    • @blueduck9409
      @blueduck9409 2 года назад

      The flat head engines were very good at the time, but i would consider a more modern engine. Fords 289 v8 was an excellent engine, and the 300 L6 was another excellent engine. Parts are very cheap and still common enuff to get today. Best wishes with your project!

    • @pauldefouw3984
      @pauldefouw3984 2 года назад

      @@blueduck9409 My original intention was to keep the original drive train, but my son bought me the rebuilt flat head. I know the newer drive trains are more reliable, but I love the sound of the flat head and I want to keep it close to original if I can. I'll let the next owner change it out if they want to. Whether it's my son or someone else. I've owned it since 1975, so I've had my fun with it. Maybe my son can keep it for his son?!?

  • @kbobdonahue1966
    @kbobdonahue1966 2 года назад +2

    1942 was the last year cars were built before WWII halted car production for about four years while the Government at the time needed the materials for the war effort. Car production resumed in 1946 soon after WWII ended in 1945. Your grandfather's 1942 Ford is beautiful, and now you own it. Cherish it. 👍from New Mexico.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +1

      That is right. I am actually just fixing it for him , he still owns it .

    • @kbobdonahue1966
      @kbobdonahue1966 2 года назад

      @@Sleeperdude That's great. Maybe you'll get it one day. Thank you for sharing this video.

  • @sonnyjordan1911
    @sonnyjordan1911 2 года назад +1

    So glad you still have your pap and dad i am 64 still enjoying cars and life have a 1967 satellite with a 440 hp and love it love your teaching your kids about classics cars love your videos God bless.

  • @bobstride6838
    @bobstride6838 2 года назад +19

    Thank you Sleeperdude for a great video. I love seeing your family on your video's as my wife passed away earlier this year and I get a little lonely and it's nice to see a family enjoying life together. I have been to Tennessee a few times on business (a few years ago now) and it is a beautiful part of the world that's for sure. Beautiful car by the way!

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +2

      I’m sorry to hear about your wife. I’m glad we can make videos that make you feel better. Thank you for watching

    • @charlesworkman3874
      @charlesworkman3874 2 года назад

      Sorry for your loss

    • @carlbernard4197
      @carlbernard4197 Год назад

      I had lost my wife over five years ago and u am still not right mentally. She was my everything 😮😢😢

  • @adamweston4152
    @adamweston4152 2 года назад +4

    greetings from Wales UK,It's heartwarming to see you doing stuff with your kids and being a good dad,my dad never did anything with me and my brother and I always hated that fact, my dad was always too busy or just not bothered. That's a lovely old FORD and let's hope it's got alot of good years left in it. Thanks for your video 👍

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +1

      It’s sad that some dads are that way . I am blessed to have had a great dad , grandpa, and great grandpa in my life. Thank you for the compliment and watching my videos

  • @johnkeefer3776
    @johnkeefer3776 2 года назад +2

    You sure have patience working on the motor. Great old car. Blessed to have grandpa still with you.

  • @robertnovotny4588
    @robertnovotny4588 2 года назад +2

    What a legacy a nice old Ford with its owner your grandpa, nice showing guys it shows how family's can have fun with a classic.

  • @michaelharris3296
    @michaelharris3296 2 года назад +3

    This is my favorite video from you. You did good by your grandfather. Coming from a family who may have run illegal refreshments in the hills of western AR in the 30s, that trunk is a bootleggers dream.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +1

      That’s funny thank you I appreciate it

  • @thevinylcollector3472
    @thevinylcollector3472 2 года назад +6

    Awesome job on your grandpas car he’s a great man for teaching you everything about cars

  • @jeffberwick
    @jeffberwick 2 года назад +6

    That car looks so cool running down the road. Looks like you are going back in time riding through the beautiful countyside!

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +1

      Yes thank you

    • @cotton-Dave
      @cotton-Dave 10 месяцев назад

      jeff--Driving Miss Daisy. 😀

  • @kellywilkins8043
    @kellywilkins8043 Год назад +1

    Always fun to help these old machines resurrect! Great recovery!

  • @shannonl1362
    @shannonl1362 4 месяца назад

    As a girl from a family with family roots in middle Tennessee representing many counties just to name a few Dyer, Lauderdale and Shelby county but we are now living in FL I know family gatherings at thanksgiving in TN were and are special, I was supposed to get granddads step side 100 series ford or it may have been a older Chevy I don’t remember which grand dad let grandma sell it before I could get it. Since losing daddy, haven’t been able to make the trip to middle Tennessee watching and listening to you. Makes me feel like I’ve got a bit of my daddy he’s been gone since 2019 and so,e of his family back I miss their TN accents and drawls. I hope yall will keep this family heirloom as it’s a really special item in a car guy/girls life to get to keep and then honor their family members and their loved ones in memories that were created because of or in that vehicle

  • @jamjames1971
    @jamjames1971 2 года назад +3

    Man I wish I had someone to take me through working on cars hugs

  • @bawns9416
    @bawns9416 2 года назад +3

    Absolutely stunning car from an era when life was so simple ( apart from WW2 ) and it’s great you are educating your kids to understand and enjoy these lovely old cars 👍👍👍

  • @colleenkidwell5820
    @colleenkidwell5820 2 года назад +6

    She needs some shine juice on that exterior. Love the sound of that engine. Great video!

  • @tinadudley5318
    @tinadudley5318 2 года назад +1

    Grandpa looking good and white hair is gorgeous now you know how you going to look when you get holder. I luv how everyone is involved in this restoration awesome rhats what we need more often.

  • @131dyana
    @131dyana 2 года назад +1

    The Ford is amazing but having your Grandpa with you is even better. God bless you both.

  • @davidhenke3585
    @davidhenke3585 2 года назад +4

    Beautiful dash! My 1st car was a 47' Merc 4dr with flathead V8 & 3 spd. You going through the starting sequence brought back good memories.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад

      That’s cool thank you for watching

  • @peterkovacs8654
    @peterkovacs8654 2 года назад +4

    Oh boy! You gotta love a low mile survivor car! Very cool, and I’m really happy for you! She purrs like a kitten!

  • @davidcantrell3685
    @davidcantrell3685 2 года назад +11

    Hey love your videos! I know an unbelievable amount of work goes into making them! Much appreciated! Love seeing how you involve your family and the extended pet family!👍

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +3

      Thank you I appreciate it. It is very hard to get them out on time I work 80 hours a week , then church, and 2 kids in sports

  • @rodwallace-hz6ty
    @rodwallace-hz6ty Год назад +1

    i had a 41 Plymouth in the 80's. Started right up in very cold new england weather. Love the flatheads!

  • @lorintanner4186
    @lorintanner4186 Год назад +1

    That was funny when Ralphie looked at the camera and said what when Josh said it'll either stop or the engine will start and it'll take off

  • @wiliamcushman9033
    @wiliamcushman9033 2 года назад +4

    Great video. Reminds me of growing up on the farm. God bless you and your family brother

  • @floydmarseeii4007
    @floydmarseeii4007 2 года назад +3

    Awesome video!! Those Fords of that era are some of my favorites. This one is a Jewel!!

  • @mackjenkins7721
    @mackjenkins7721 2 года назад +10

    Man you know this was an awesome video. Man that is awesome to see your grandfather & to know he is still here with you to allow you to get this beautiful car back on the road. Look like it was a fun road trip to & back from your grandpa's house. Buddy are still going to be one of your fan even if you have to wear socks with your winter flip flops. I like how you said that that was funny. " LOL " that was awesome watching you drive the car with your flip flops on , shifting the gears on the tree , & clutch with your flip-flops on. I have to do that barefooted 👣 styles anytime I drive. Man you really putting those flip-flops to work man & I really enjoyed watching you do that. It goes to show how huge of a flip-flop fan I am & barefooted 👣 fan. That was awesome watching Ralphie pumping the brake pedal Barefooted 👣 styles in the car. Ralphie also tickled me when he put cat litter on his feet 👣 to get better traction. "LOL" I saw a difference in the car once you gave it a bath. I can't wait to watch you clean it up. This was an way too easy project to get it running again. Sleeperdude I really really want one of those flip flop shirts you got & one of your Sleepersdude shirts. I want to represent your channel so bad . I looked in your store for the flip flops shirt and I didn't see it there. I was wondering do you have any of the shirts on you that I can buy from you? This was a great video buddy thank you for sharing.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +1

      It may not show the shirt at the top when you click on the store button but once you go to the actual web site it should show them there. I actually don’t have any to sell in person it is all done out of state I never see them. Thank you for watching

  • @bobbyduke777
    @bobbyduke777 2 года назад +1

    Your son has a good eye for so young. That is a peace of our history or Americana.

  • @GrOmaha
    @GrOmaha Год назад

    You brought back so many memories. I have a 42 Dodge that I bought 25 years ago. The big difference was I had no clue what I was doing. I spent the entire summer trying to get it started not realizing I needed to put a little fuel in the carb instead of just relying on the fuel pump from the tank. I'm still enjoying it today.

  • @Midwestclassics1958
    @Midwestclassics1958 2 года назад +5

    This was truly amazing to see. You are an awesome grandson. It’s a very beautiful Ford with a really beautiful color. My grandfather has his old 1955 Ford Crown Victoria and it runs and drives. Need to have a few things fixed on it. He is very proud of his car. I hope this car gets enjoyed for years to come. Have a Merry Christmas and a happy new year.

  • @topturretgunner
    @topturretgunner 2 года назад +3

    That car is a time capsule! It’s really good that it seems all original. With an OEM or reproduction carpet and paint that car would be an absolute gem. That car is incredible.

  • @roberthunter6927
    @roberthunter6927 2 года назад +12

    What a magnificent car with an excellent shell, and interior, almost like new! Historically, and probably financially very significant, as is the family connection!
    I stopped the video early on, partly because I have to go out, and partly in wonder about how you are going to source parts, like the casings and all the rubber in the break systems etc., in a vehicle about 80 years old!
    I bet the grease nipples alone would number about a hundred! All the steering mechanisms, grease nipples on the rear springs, king pins, the works. And how would those wheel bearing look after all that time? Since it was protected from the elements, I guess rust won't be as much of a problem as on other cars you have brought back to life.

  • @Boomhower89
    @Boomhower89 2 года назад +1

    A beautiful Chevy car and Ford. 42 was was one of the last before the drought of new cars due to the war. Your Grandpa seems like a true gentleman who loves his Familia. God bless to you and yours🇺🇸👍🏼

  • @kapekodbob
    @kapekodbob 2 года назад +1

    My dad had a 46 exactly like your 42 he bought new same year I was born. I can remember riding in it and being in the back as he taught my older sisters how to drive. only it was a 2 dr

  • @BillyRoberts
    @BillyRoberts 2 года назад +4

    Sleeperdude, you need to grease the speedometer cable. My Daddy had a 36 Ford 4 door with suicide doors. It had mechanical brakes. That car takes me back a long ways. I would honk the horn to make my brother bump his head when he was working on the motor. Great job.

  • @123spleege
    @123spleege 2 года назад +3

    No politics, no voting issues, no racial arguments, no divisions. Just family enjoying each others company and appreciating what they have!!!!!

  • @redwave4454
    @redwave4454 2 года назад +8

    That is an awesome car man!!!! Can’t wait to see what you guys do with it

  • @johnelliott7375
    @johnelliott7375 2 года назад +1

    Be fortunate you are all getting along well and have all your family that likes to do the same thing! Priceless, you ought to see me hook up a trailer by myself, LOL. God bless you have a Grandfather and your family farm still. Priceless

  • @homayounshojae-analoo9641
    @homayounshojae-analoo9641 2 года назад +1

    I LOVE YOU ALL ,YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALL SO
    YOUR GRAND FATHER .
    AND ALL YOUR ANIMALAS.
    CONGRATULATIONS.
    LOVE YOU FROM DOWN
    UNDER .GOOD LUCK .🌷

  • @stevetotten9974
    @stevetotten9974 2 года назад +3

    That thing is awesome I always can’t wait for you to make a new video I love how Rocky involves the whole family in his videos I never get tired of watching him keep up the good work your whole family is awesome!!

  • @DavidGragg82
    @DavidGragg82 2 года назад +6

    You got great content and a wonderful family that you involve. You’ll grow quickly. Keep ‘em comin.

  • @stephensaasen8589
    @stephensaasen8589 2 года назад +4

    What a car! Worth keeping as is, especially since it's so rare. I was amazed to see that trim that goes across the sides of the hood and in line with the door handles looks like the same design of the trim on my 1972 Ford pickup. Yours is steel or stainless while the 1972 version is anodized aluminum.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +1

      Yes it is

    • @stephensaasen8589
      @stephensaasen8589 2 года назад

      @@Sleeperdude so amazing how you can look at a car decades apart in manufacture date but you see the designers reuse something on that newer vehicle.

  • @HVASEA
    @HVASEA 2 года назад +2

    I admired my grandfather as well. He taught me everything about cars and so many other things. He was also the best man alive. Enjoy every moment you can with with your grandpa. Life is too short ! And what a gem that car is...She's a keeper !

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад

      Yes he is a great man . Thank you

  • @ruebenwilson6325
    @ruebenwilson6325 2 года назад +1

    Nice to have your grandpa around.

  • @bradnewberry8004
    @bradnewberry8004 2 года назад +3

    Very awesome man! You just can’t beat them old cars, glad it’s in such great shape you’ve got a lot of good to work with! Can’t wait to see what you do with this one

  • @joelkarch3538
    @joelkarch3538 2 года назад +7

    so cool to see the generations carry on the tradition! and she sounds good too!!congrats!! so smooth you could ballance a nickle on the head.try it out!!

  • @ColinBarrett001
    @ColinBarrett001 2 года назад +6

    What a great car! Absolutely love it! A genuine 28k mile 1942 Ford like this must be almost unique. But I would have had to squirt some WD40 on that clutch pedal and linkage before setting off! :)

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад

      Yeah there can’t be too many left. The problem was the clutch pedal rubbing the floor

    • @loumiller2551
      @loumiller2551 2 года назад +1

      Don't ride the clutch, after you shift. lol

  • @randyblackburn9765
    @randyblackburn9765 2 года назад +1

    Nice to see that old Ford . The dash screams out pure Americana. I was 14 in 1965 , we had a 53 Ford PU with a little 230 v8 , had a starter button by the door on the dash , during a storm after opening a gate I slammed the door to shut and simultaneously hit the starter button and the door slammed one finger tip shut . When I pulled my finger out it looked like a cobra snake ‘s head ready to attack.

  • @scottcorbin2334
    @scottcorbin2334 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the reminder .My 1st car was a 48 ford 2door sedan V8, it was the same body style with a little different Grill and trim.

  • @Krunk1
    @Krunk1 2 года назад +5

    I was just saying I needed more sleeperdude content. 48 seconds later… BOOM

  • @cluke4248
    @cluke4248 2 года назад +4

    What a great car! That definitely needs to be driven!😎✌

  • @howardkoster4026
    @howardkoster4026 2 года назад +3

    This car sounds great!
    I LOVE that horn!!!!

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +1

      Thank you, I heard the horn several times

    • @howardkoster4026
      @howardkoster4026 2 года назад

      @@Sleeperdude I reckon you did...
      Again, that's a time capsule you have there! GREAT CAR!!!

  • @bluegrassfan23
    @bluegrassfan23 2 года назад +1

    It’s great you are teaching the basics to your son.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад

      I hope he learns it and enjoys it

  • @johnelliott7375
    @johnelliott7375 2 года назад +1

    The way that they were. My grandfather had a 41 Pontiac and he loved it.

  • @rkoch66
    @rkoch66 2 года назад +3

    Quando você faz um motor deste funcionar deve ser uma sensação incrível ! Parabéns você é muito bom !

  • @resurrectionmotors2421
    @resurrectionmotors2421 2 года назад +3

    Are you planning on Clay baring that finish on the car, and then polishing. It'd be awesome to see that thing all shined up

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +2

      I’m not sure ,whatever my grandpa wants

  • @gregsv64
    @gregsv64 2 года назад +4

    Totally great looking car. Recently subscribed to the channel. Love the content and the animals. You have a great looking family. Tell me something....the music that you play in between, is that from a TV show? I just can't put my finger on it. Anyway, have a great Christmas and a safe and positive New Year. Looking forward for many more videos. Brattleboro, Vermont love's sleeperdude videos.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +1

      Thank you I appreciate it . Not sure about the music I just stick to the same thing so RUclips don’t ding me on it ..

  • @judithfairchild8620
    @judithfairchild8620 2 года назад +1

    That is one beautiful old car. It's only 3 years older than me. I don't run that well. Cool memories

  • @joshnjaa5019
    @joshnjaa5019 2 года назад +1

    I've driven to Tennessee a few times... best place ever! Thanks for another great video!

  • @marvwatkins7029
    @marvwatkins7029 2 года назад +4

    Now I see where your interest in cars comes from. And you're handing it down the family line.

  • @11secghia
    @11secghia 2 года назад +4

    Better be MOON PIES and RC cola in the finale!!

  • @timmybonds4229
    @timmybonds4229 2 года назад +5

    Did you get any bad storms the other day if you did I hope you guys are ok

  • @captnsquid8151
    @captnsquid8151 2 года назад

    I am loving this My dad had a 1950 Pontiac Silver Streak w/ a straight 8. My Grandfather a 1948 Pontiac fast back 6 cyl. Your grandfather had a sweet 42 Ford. I have never seen one in the flesh. This car is a classic. Years ago I almost bough a 48 Pontiac. Good runner I wish I had of.

  • @philjohnston9616
    @philjohnston9616 2 года назад +1

    One of the easier revivals you've done. Looks to have less rust than the modern classics your normally wrenching on. Thumbs up to your gramps for dry storing it all those years

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад

      Yes it was , he has taken care of it

  • @johnnymcneal2379
    @johnnymcneal2379 2 года назад +4

    love the 57 sweet

  • @ianfosbrook8406
    @ianfosbrook8406 2 года назад +3

    the speedo cable needs greasing.... that bouncing around is a sign of a dry cable

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад +1

      I actually didn’t notice that until I was editing it . Thanks

  • @michaelbottomley2520
    @michaelbottomley2520 2 года назад +4

    For God sake don’t leave that outside keep it in your garage it will be nice once re-commissioned

  • @daveroe6480
    @daveroe6480 Год назад

    Love the way your whole family is involved in your exploits.😊

  • @josephbartolotta4330
    @josephbartolotta4330 2 года назад +1

    I admire your skills man, you are not afraid to work on anything.

  • @gst69man
    @gst69man 2 года назад +1

    in 1953-55 I rode in my dad's 1947 ford deluxe three speed on the column family car, when I was 6 years old. Your 42 looks just like my dad's, good vid.

    • @Sleeperdude
      @Sleeperdude  2 года назад

      Thank you really appreciate it