I Inherited A 1961 GMC Panel Truck!

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  • This video is me getting a old GMC panel truck running for the first time in years. I inherited this truck from a friend and it is a little rough but its worth saving. I hope you enjoy .
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  • @adambrown8009
    @adambrown8009 3 года назад +150

    I would love to see you do a video about your friend and what he meant to you. Let us know the history and why he had so much stuff and decided to give it to you.

    • @stevenbaker673
      @stevenbaker673 3 года назад +4

      That's whut i told um

    • @dragonrider9244
      @dragonrider9244 3 года назад +6

      I agree
      Would love to see the history of him and you.

  • @joeychaseable
    @joeychaseable 3 года назад +70

    You should do a video on your friend that passed away. Would be cool to learn about a guy that collected all of it, how he collected it etc.

    • @adamtaylor5591
      @adamtaylor5591 3 года назад +6

      Yeah do a tribute to the minty dude

    • @hubmasters5174
      @hubmasters5174 3 года назад +1

      @@adamtaylor5591 1

    • @Scotts23
      @Scotts23 2 года назад

      I have got to agree with you there I'd enjoy seeing that unless it would be to personal and upsetting to make

    • @sioned70
      @sioned70 2 года назад

      That's a cool idea. I've also been curious about him. But it's a very personal thing and it might be hard. You do you 👍

  • @slebdad
    @slebdad 3 года назад +30

    This has moved to the top of the list as most wanted to see kept running! This has to stay in your fleet!

  • @HouseOfThe8Strings
    @HouseOfThe8Strings 3 года назад +98

    Man this one needs to be fixed up and used to haul around the latest Card and Cameras projects!

    • @bendermi
      @bendermi 3 года назад +1

      Exactly what i thought and can be used as temporarily storage if needed .

    • @zakbroad9130
      @zakbroad9130 3 года назад +1

      @@bendermi yeah it could be a temporary storage place *turns into decade old storage*

    • @bendermi
      @bendermi 3 года назад

      @@zakbroad9130
      I didn't get that .

    • @zakbroad9130
      @zakbroad9130 3 года назад +2

      @@bendermi ah just some cars turn into permanent storage, was just a joke dw : )

    • @bendermi
      @bendermi 3 года назад +1

      @@zakbroad9130
      Now i got it , that's not only a possibility but also a hazard we all have to be aware of.
      We all have seen the heaps of goodies they are getting offered and they do the only right thing and that's to buy the whole lot .

  • @m.c.cooper7182
    @m.c.cooper7182 3 года назад +58

    Would love to see you turn it to a go cart/ mini bike hauler

  • @mosconi0359
    @mosconi0359 3 года назад +16

    Your friend sounds like he was a hell of a guy, my condolences for your loss.

  • @TennesseeCheeZe
    @TennesseeCheeZe 3 года назад +11

    Them old big v6 are rare as hens teeth at this point.. Keep that one running man..

    • @fjcruisefjcruise4527
      @fjcruisefjcruise4527 3 года назад

      That 305 v6 was a heck of a GMC MOTOR . Gas mileage was 7 to 8 miles a gallon .

  • @toddtedder2059
    @toddtedder2059 3 года назад +4

    The new Cars and Cameras shop truck. She’s a beauty. Don’t see those everyday

  • @keiththeakston3125
    @keiththeakston3125 3 года назад +13

    “ THE CRYPTIC CAMPER “ ! Well, would make a neat little camping truck 😁

  • @tjlabbee7856
    @tjlabbee7856 3 года назад +3

    Glad the GMC badge is still In The grill. What a gem!

  • @donmears4090
    @donmears4090 3 года назад +5

    Nice old truck. Maybe you can set up the back to camp in and use it to tow a trailer for mini-bikes and go karts to events.

  • @scottinWV
    @scottinWV 3 года назад +1

    This brings back memories. When I was a teen my grandpa had a 1960 panel truck. It was brush painted black.

  • @TurboJunkie1
    @TurboJunkie1 3 года назад +25

    Out of all the car content I've watched from the states.. your the first person to lube the bonnet hinges.. well done that man 🤘🤘

    • @waynegouin939
      @waynegouin939 3 года назад +1

      Cold War Motors.

    • @tomadkins2866
      @tomadkins2866 3 года назад +1

      @@waynegouin939 Close, Canada. But, yeah, CWM. Fancy seeing you here, Wayne. Cheers, sir.

  • @ProudChosa
    @ProudChosa 3 года назад +1

    In 73 before I was graduating H.S. my friends dad was going to sell me his 61 GMC 305 V6/4 spd 4x4 pick up. Real clean & straight. Then backed out. Fast forward to 93 and my girlfriend bought me a 63 GMC 401 V6/4 spd 2x4 pick up sight unseen but supposed good runner, from northern Az. Got it delivered and it did run good. For a few minutes. Coolant ran straight thru the block into the pan. Made a bunch of calls and those that had even heard of the 401 V6 just said "Good Luck!". 1 old timer service tech at a GMC dealership said he hadn't even seen one in at least 20 years and that I would probably have to get a big loan, have the block welded, machined & cross my fingers. Sad day for me when I ended up selling her to a guy with a custom car shop who had been looking for a project. Glad you have had better luck and keep us updated please.

  • @lovett1200
    @lovett1200 3 года назад +17

    When it fired up ...I was as excited as Isaac, to hear it run again.

    • @gracelifemusicart1681
      @gracelifemusicart1681 3 года назад +2

      A commenter from the late 1700’s! Awesome! Even dead presidents love Issac! 🤣

    • @lovett1200
      @lovett1200 3 года назад

      Yes... lol

  • @fredbadgett7962
    @fredbadgett7962 3 года назад +1

    A small portable plastic boat tank with the pump up bulb is handy running old engines that have been dormant a long time. Beware trying to run the old varnished up fuel,it seizes valves to the guides-clean it out! Those Holley 1 barrel carburetors are golden!

  • @DIYWilly
    @DIYWilly 3 года назад +5

    Definitely need to keep this one in the fleet. As others have said use it to haul the mini bikes and carts to the Cars and Camera events. I'm sure it would pull a trailer too, could see it saying "It'll Be Fine" on this side

  • @ulerhond
    @ulerhond 3 года назад +1

    Save it! Fix it up, get it driving, and put that truck back on the road!! An ode to your friend, and putting something classic back on the road!

  • @musclecarmaniacs9789
    @musclecarmaniacs9789 3 года назад +18

    I saw that sitting in the background of a previous video. What a kool truck...

  • @JLange642
    @JLange642 3 года назад +1

    Had a 1960 GMC panel truck, but never saw one with those high side windows in the cargo area. Glad she's a runner!

  • @lawnmowerdude
    @lawnmowerdude 3 года назад +6

    I’m really enjoying this “ I inherited” series.

  • @theaudioguy2923
    @theaudioguy2923 3 года назад +1

    Dude dont EVER get rid of that truck, restore it, that engine is so awesome,and rare!

  • @bogoney
    @bogoney 3 года назад +5

    One of my favorite. They don’t make them as good anymore.

  • @bigbiketrip9182
    @bigbiketrip9182 3 года назад +1

    That’s a beautiful truck. Convert the rear into camper/accommodation for taking out to mini bike and gokart events!!👍🏻

  • @DaveHiggoHiggins
    @DaveHiggoHiggins 3 года назад +5

    That's such an awesome truck mate. It deserves to be a daily runner, would make a great camper!

  • @TreySlayPlay23
    @TreySlayPlay23 3 года назад +1

    Love older GM everything lol that panel van deserves at least a soft reto mod bring it back too life give that engine some love i think its unique .....

  • @davidbeer
    @davidbeer 3 года назад +6

    I'm glad you're getting to these precious vehicles of your friend going again. I'm sure it would make him happy knowing they are being brought back from the brink. Ps loved the bus ep last week

  • @marksmithson1414
    @marksmithson1414 3 года назад +1

    Runs good for a 60 year old vehicle!! Nice smooth idle. Way to go Isaac!!

  • @RFKFANTS67
    @RFKFANTS67 3 года назад +3

    Very Nice Issac! My Great Grandfather had one similar.Keep that ride man and restore this rare gem.Perfect tribute to a fallen Brother that left you so much

  • @mikemullay5622
    @mikemullay5622 3 года назад +1

    Those 305 V-6 GMC engines are damn near indestructible. The truck is rough but it is definitely worth saving.

  • @FJ80Coop
    @FJ80Coop 3 года назад +3

    "This things pretty far gone" as collectors and aficiondos are going woww that things in great condition and even has the rare side windows and they're intact!! What a find !!. 4speed no less !!

  • @stevenlong1615
    @stevenlong1615 2 года назад +1

    First off, sorry for your loss. I would love to see the panel truck on the 2022 or 23 power tour. There's a lot of potential in that old girl.

  • @adhd-motors3972
    @adhd-motors3972 3 года назад +3

    Would definitely make a badass camper hauler

  • @DarkFlamage
    @DarkFlamage 3 года назад +1

    Those old GMC V6's want to run! You're right, it does sound great.

  • @baltoravens1
    @baltoravens1 3 года назад +7

    Keep it!!!, great conversation piece

  • @bumpedhishead636
    @bumpedhishead636 3 года назад

    My Dad had a 1961 GMC half-ton, short wheelbase pick-up with the 305 V6 that was converted to propane. that was a great truck. He drove it until 1970, and then he gave it to one of our farm workers who drove it for many years after that. That was the first vehicle I drove when I was 8 years old on our farm. I drove the truck slowly along the side of the road, and my Dad & my brother would walk along the side picking-up or putting-down irrigation pipe. I remember the floorboards were covered in a thin rubber, and during the summer the transmission hump (I sat in the middle when I wasn't driving) would get so hot that I couldn't put my bare feet down on it. Good times!

  • @legorailroader844
    @legorailroader844 3 года назад +5

    I say make it the official Cars and Cameras toy hauler!

  • @paulbennell3313
    @paulbennell3313 3 года назад +1

    I'd seriously be tempted to use this as a daily driver. Do what it needs to make it roadworthy and then tidy it up as you use it. Could be a very handy vehicle, good sized van.

  • @robertwells6454
    @robertwells6454 3 года назад +7

    Cool. Always liked the panel truck's. 🤘😎🇺🇸

  • @johnabts7926
    @johnabts7926 3 года назад +1

    Bring it back to life and drive it as much as you can. Make it as nice as you want it to be.

  • @lightwarrior8658
    @lightwarrior8658 3 года назад +37

    ISSACH THIS NEEDS TO BE THE NEW ITLL BE FINE CARS AND CAMERAS NEW ADVERTISMENT/TOY HAULER FOR THE ROAD TRIP GET TOGETHER GATHERINGS YALL COULD FIT MANY TOYS IN IT AND STILL PULL A TRAILER... FOR REAL BUB...BAD ASS TRUCK......CONSIDER IT, WOULD BE NICE VIDEO AND PROJECT TOO....THIS TRUCK HAS A DESTINY..........10 BIRDS ONE STONE..IT WOULD BE SOOOO RAD

    • @allenirwin698
      @allenirwin698 3 года назад +1

      You got that right that's a great idea

    • @jonhawkins6099
      @jonhawkins6099 3 года назад +1

      thats pretty much what i was thinking to make it into a rat rod and putting a 383 in it

    • @shakyhandpictures2185
      @shakyhandpictures2185 3 года назад +2

      Scream much, holy! Lock Cap warrior !

    • @DeathracerXD
      @DeathracerXD 3 года назад

      No

  • @mikedavis6566
    @mikedavis6566 3 года назад +1

    Definitely seeing this as a road trip vehicle. Set it up as a cruiser/camper and pull a trailer with your Car and Cameras toys. You may want to put a few modern utilities (power disc brakes, high power alternator for all the on board goodies you can install) on it but the body style would really let it stand apart. It needs the 'It'll Be Fine' logo on the side done conservatively. That should really be a keeper! Keep up the good work, love these videos.

  • @shakyhandpictures2185
    @shakyhandpictures2185 3 года назад +5

    Outstanding overland project! 4X4 conversion man!

  • @cronicpain1015
    @cronicpain1015 3 года назад +1

    Your so blessed. I’d love to have vehicles that I could just tinker with. I’m a old mechanic who is retired due to disability so I don’t get to do that kind of stuff anymore. Your friend loved you for sure to leave you all those memories to make. Thanks for sharing with us. Can’t wait to see all the things you bring back running condition. Love the old trucks

  • @Falney
    @Falney 3 года назад +41

    "Inherited from the same friend" Just don't let anyone look in your basement.

  • @motojunkie7243
    @motojunkie7243 3 года назад +1

    Perfect POWER TOUR/Drag week resto mod cruiser!

  • @thinkingmanhillbilly
    @thinkingmanhillbilly 3 года назад +3

    that has a single master cylinder to the brakes so if you have a bad brake line you have no brakes, the other side on the master cylinder should be for the clutch IIRC
    edit I posted this before the end of the video. get it ready for the next Power Tour!

  • @frederickgiordiano2105
    @frederickgiordiano2105 3 года назад +1

    That GMC is way too cool to not get restored. Find someone who will fix the rust, put a proper engine in, and make a truly cool resto-mod out of it. That thing is wicked!!

  • @SchneiderClassics
    @SchneiderClassics 3 года назад +13

    man everything from this yard i want in my yard

    • @donellmuniz590
      @donellmuniz590 3 года назад +1

      Including the swamp and the wasps?

    • @SchneiderClassics
      @SchneiderClassics 3 года назад +1

      @@donellmuniz590 hey man that's how you know you got a good deal

  • @henryescat1104
    @henryescat1104 3 года назад +1

    That truck is so cool! Please give it some love! My Boy Blue!

  • @Review3d
    @Review3d 3 года назад +4

    Was hoping you'd do a vid on this one soon. My vote would be a rat rod toy hauler.

  • @Scrapy-ih7ob
    @Scrapy-ih7ob 3 года назад +1

    Make a great Go-Kart meet greet ride. Put stuff inside it's secure, closed dry environment.

  • @ericnorris8704
    @ericnorris8704 3 года назад +10

    I love this truck. If you decide to sell let me know bud I'll make a real offer.

    • @79tazman
      @79tazman 3 года назад

      I like the Noah's ark themed seat covers those are so cool never seen them before

  • @donellmuniz590
    @donellmuniz590 3 года назад +1

    That could be a cool, nostalgic (and slow 🤣) road trip vehicle or weekend camping rig. Or a shaggin' wagon. Just needs carpeting, a futon or mattress, and privacy curtains for the front and rear.

  • @richardsmith1143
    @richardsmith1143 3 года назад +3

    U cant hardly kill one a those ole jimmy V-6's,,, just as strong as a mule,,,!!

  • @glenbo2464
    @glenbo2464 3 года назад +1

    And now the hinges smell terrible ! lol Love those old V6's .Very cool and rare indeed. Classic Truck Rescue on you tube may have parts if needed.

  • @r1lark
    @r1lark 3 года назад +3

    Isaac, why did you jump back when you opened the hood -- afraid that V6 was going to grab you and chew you up? LOL

    • @Fiatmannen1
      @Fiatmannen1 3 года назад +1

      Critters.

    • @drewdaskievige754
      @drewdaskievige754 3 года назад

      more bee's wasps sine it been sitting in one place for a long time.

  • @shawnbaldwin5159
    @shawnbaldwin5159 3 года назад +1

    Awesome! That panel truck would make a good mobile parts warehouse. Then you could have parts and tools at the ready when you go back and forth to your different properties. It could also be a great way to transport the Go Karts that you and John build.

  • @dozzed
    @dozzed 3 года назад +5

    Damn! I was suprised that it ideled too! What an amazing video! You should make it like a maintanace/utility vehicle. What about making the whole side openable? :D Amazing work, keep it up!

    • @davolbc
      @davolbc 3 года назад +2

      Absolutely! Not so many trips back and forth for tools, air, batteries and fuel. Great idea.

  • @jamesholland5475
    @jamesholland5475 3 года назад +1

    Beautiful old truck and she's deffinitely worth saving

  • @rustyrhyne6063
    @rustyrhyne6063 3 года назад +1

    Great video she ran sweet for an old gal. Keep it blue, it looks sweet.

  • @montyhutchens4088
    @montyhutchens4088 3 года назад +1

    Dude,, that's a rare survivor truck. Hang on to that.👍

  • @mrgmc6314
    @mrgmc6314 3 года назад

    By northern rust belt standards that truck is in amazing shape for how old it is ... I'm in ny .. and if that truck sat threw winters here it would be rotted .... truly a gem worth restoring to someone

  • @jmug68
    @jmug68 3 года назад +1

    That is a keeper. Need to fix this one up. So rare to find one of these nowadays in any decent shape.

  • @danmcelroy6584
    @danmcelroy6584 3 года назад +1

    Your one lucky dude! I always wanted something old like this.

  • @TheeAdventuresOfMatt
    @TheeAdventuresOfMatt 3 года назад +1

    That is such a cool truck I've never seen anything like that before.

  • @fasteddy917
    @fasteddy917 3 года назад +1

    I was told in the mid 60's that the V6 was made to be either a diesel or a gas engine. That's why the spark plugs are where they are. The hole could also be used for a fuel injector. I don't believe they ever made them as a diesel for whatever reason but they were popular as gas engines. Wonderful old truck and it would be great to see it repaired and used. I had a few of them over the years.

    • @turbo8454
      @turbo8454 3 года назад +1

      The 351 and 478 versions of the gasoline V6 had a diesel version called the Toro Flow. The 637 V8 also had a diesel version.

  • @davidcampbell5949
    @davidcampbell5949 3 года назад +1

    Hey Isaac I am a fellow wrecker in my 30 years of truning wreches. I use finger nail polish remover. For locked up engines.

  • @29fetch
    @29fetch 3 года назад +2

    That happy dance tho. WOOHOO!

  • @phillipfleming5891
    @phillipfleming5891 3 года назад +1

    That's a keeper, fix it and drive it whenever possible.

  • @jana4691
    @jana4691 3 года назад +1

    The GMC is so cool it is 1 year older then me. Would make a great truck for a person

  • @miniclip886
    @miniclip886 3 года назад +1

    Something about these videos is very calming and relaxing

    • @donellmuniz590
      @donellmuniz590 3 года назад

      It's Ike. He's just a laid back, likable Southern gentleman.

  • @scottcardwell1664
    @scottcardwell1664 3 года назад +1

    It's a perfect Issac it'll be fine rig.. put tool boxes along the back, and use it to drive around to the cars your fixing, so you don't have to keep running back to the shop... parts getter everything, with a big logo on the side, perfect....

  • @williammcguire3rd
    @williammcguire3rd 3 года назад +1

    Dude that's amazing that it went from being stuck to idling great!!! 👍👊

  • @bumblur
    @bumblur 3 года назад +1

    That's a classic. Clean it up and you have a very cool retro utility truck. You should get some offers for it.

  • @beaterville
    @beaterville 3 года назад +1

    Great music, thanks! what I want when I am getting some of my beaters running!

  • @danielleonard300
    @danielleonard300 3 года назад +1

    Love to see you turn it into the ultimate cars and cameras cart hauler with tools for your events. With a rat rod feel

  • @robertfinck1275
    @robertfinck1275 3 года назад +1

    I think it would be a great project. Maybe back as a fire truck. That would be cool.

  • @johnkrimmel1533
    @johnkrimmel1533 3 года назад +1

    Hell yeah cars and cameras shop/haul truck. Definitely cool man, please hook that thing up.

  • @DonnyT744
    @DonnyT744 3 года назад +1

    That GMC is a keeper.

  • @henryescat1104
    @henryescat1104 3 года назад +1

    Perfect for hauling tools & a go cart.

  • @c.s.s.1723
    @c.s.s.1723 3 года назад +1

    What a score. I have never seen one of those panel trucks with those upper windows on the sides, so cool. Never seen a six with heads and plugs in that configuration either. Too bad the red was painted over, but whatever, that is a clean for the year body all the way.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @blair79bear38
    @blair79bear38 3 года назад +1

    Awesome, thats a keeper, not many Big Block GMC V6's around. Those engines have some interesting features. like a camshaft oil bath reservoir to keep the cam lobes well oiled. its in the same family as the GMC V8's and V12's .

  • @colinsdiecast164customs
    @colinsdiecast164customs 3 года назад +1

    Great truck, I love it, thanks for sharing it. Well done on getting it running, your right it super brilliant,please keep it and get it going.

  • @InsideOfMyOwnMind
    @InsideOfMyOwnMind 3 года назад +1

    That is one dope ass truck. The bores on that thing must be ginormous. 305 in a V6.

    • @turbo8454
      @turbo8454 3 года назад

      4.25"bore by 3.58" stroke. The largest bore was the 478 V6 at 5.125"

  • @keiththeakston3125
    @keiththeakston3125 3 года назад +1

    Those old trucks just never seemed to die! 😄 . . And it’s a GMC

  • @jstephenallington8431
    @jstephenallington8431 3 года назад +1

    That Panel Truck is AWESOME! I am so jealous, I love the look of those old GMCs! Good luck with it!

  • @jimpemberton2712
    @jimpemberton2712 3 года назад

    The first vehicle i ever drove ( other than tractors) was my dad's '62 GMC 3 door Suburban, 1/2 ton with the V-6 and 4 speed. that was 1970 when I was 12. The hood had a black spot in the middle of it from the needle valve sticking and the carb catching fire. There was a rock under the seat to whack the carb with once you got the fire out! You know how mechanics are... they'll work on everybody's rig but their own. Wish we still had it, but it's long gone. If I had this one i'd set it up for camping. plenty of room for a bed with storage underneath.

  • @nealp0640
    @nealp0640 3 года назад +1

    This GMC would be an awesome mini bike hauler IMO

  • @yourfavoritedenturewearer
    @yourfavoritedenturewearer 3 года назад +1

    Now that is something I would love to have. I would take that thing to the next level and use it as a daily driver. I love those old GMC's.

  • @midlandmotormofia2001
    @midlandmotormofia2001 3 года назад +2

    I never knew that GM made a V6 305 - to me it sounds like a tractor. Definitely needs to be a cars and camera toy hauler. GREAT VIDEO

    • @evanhoward3196
      @evanhoward3196 3 года назад +1

      Look up Waylon Wire,s vids. He is doing a GMC 612 v12

    • @79tazman
      @79tazman 3 года назад

      They made a few different V6 engines in different cubic inch they even made a V12 engine too it's like two V6 put together

  • @ppx4243
    @ppx4243 3 года назад +1

    Love the truck, should be your daily driver, what a beast

  • @darrellcoy
    @darrellcoy 3 года назад +1

    Hell yeah Isaac i wanna see that puppy drive down the road!

  • @lomsomesGarage
    @lomsomesGarage 3 года назад +1

    It's a keeper it would be a good one for road trips and pulling toy trailers

  • @manaudio1
    @manaudio1 3 года назад +1

    Definitely worth working on, it’s looks great and is unusual. C&C transport!

  • @mikelibby3589
    @mikelibby3589 3 года назад +1

    Love those, my dad had a 65 when I was little.

  • @Farmhousekennels
    @Farmhousekennels 3 года назад +1

    Blessing to you man prayers to you and your family for a long good healthy life looking forward to more videos

  • @S_Garrett
    @S_Garrett 3 года назад +1

    If anyone can get it running is you. And totally agree with HouseIfThe8Strings. Great build for Cars and Cameras.........

  • @terrywheelock9458
    @terrywheelock9458 3 года назад

    It is the new "Cars and Camera's HAULER!" 👍

  • @BIllMcCambridge
    @BIllMcCambridge 3 года назад +1

    Hell yeah brother. Great job.
    Maybe have a chest cam and tripod so we can see what ya doing up close. Man I love the ole adventures!!