I "Finished" The $300 Abandoned Ford Probe! And Immediately Lost My Entire Investment!
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Jared once again has the 1989 Ford Probe GT he drug out of a field back in the shop. The goal today is to knock out all the last little things keeping it from being safe. From fuel leaks, to windows that keep falling down, they all need to get done! Stay tuned to the end for a surprise finish!
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Hi guys Payton here!!!! Jared has an absolute heart of gold!! I was so upset after the accident and not even 2 days later I had received a text from him asking if I’d like to come take it off his hand.. never in my life would I have imagined something like this! This is not an act of fate.. not an act of fame.. this is all an act of a true heart! And a true man ❤️!!! I cannot think Jared enough for what he has done for the community!
Please start a channel so we can see you bring it to the glory of the red one! PLEASE?
(ahem) someone needs to keep us updated...
@@stuffandjunkandthings364going to post a video soon explaining all that I’ve done and what’s going on!
He found the perfect place to "park" that Probe. Good luck with it and keep us updated.
Please do start a channel. You have a great affect and you’ll do well. I’ll sub now!
I worked with Payton’s father. Best damn manager I’ve had honor to work with! He told me the whole journey and it’s a good one. This is so cool to see!
That’s awesome!
I hate to see the probe go, but it has a great home now. It might be a cool future series to look into overlooked/forgotten 80's-90's compact sports cars that nobody buys.
Beretta GTU for the win!
1990s capri turbo.😊 Right at the same HP with 500lbs less weight.
87 mercury xr4ti or an bogeyed Svo turbo mustang or a Conquest turbo
It is going to a home where it will be loved and cherished.
He was barely home a hour after the road trip and was already working on it
Best transition ever for this project, Jared has a heart of gold
The world needs more people like you Jared
You painted the hood and Rich Rebuilds got excited. Ultimately, it went to the right home. To go to that much trouble and then it gets smashed it's heartbreaking for anyone and this is probably the best second chance for the one you found.
LOL, I can't count how many times I had to reseat the window regulator in my MX6. That intro just undid so many years of therapy for me.
It's always funny to see how much overlap there is between the car and computer communities! Obligatory "didn't expect to see you here!" response.
A 40 minute episode! Woohoo! Another banger from Jared! I don’t think Jared has had a single episode recently that I haven’t been super excited to watch keep up the awesome content!
And now hes got a GT! Also, good luck finding those mag ride shocks. They were expensive in the 90s, I dont even wanna think what they are now.
When removing gaskets I use penetrant to soak the leftover stuff so it puffs up and can be scraped off easier. It's like using a spray bottle of water on wood to raise the grain so you can get a mirrior smooth finish. Seems to work.
That’s a good suggestion! I’m spoiled with mostly Toyota I’ve not had to fight petrified gaskets a ton.
I’m not sure what carbide scraper you have, but the snap-on ones have a 90° edge and a beveled edge, if you can keep that thing super flat it seems to scrape very efficiently and in a hurry!
I now see they are Matco lol
I do the same, even if I start scraping as soon as I spray. It just helps break it loose
"That's the universe saying we're going battleship grey?"
Legendary! Roll with it and you've got it. Way to adapt to an unexpected situation.
That was NOT a questionable choice, it was the right one, my brother.
I'm so glad I saw you helping on other channels and started watching yours. I enjoy your content, and I'm sure you're a hero to this young man. God bless you and your family and the dog's.
You did the right thing here, I'm so glad you got it a forever home. It might even be another heart car
Jared is just such a kind hearted person. His passion for everything automotive and willingness to help others is commendable. The story that this probe now has is going to be memorable for everyone involved. I have such great respect for Jared! On to the next one! A side note I’ve been watching his progress on the BMW on instagram I am beyond stoked for that video!
The car used to belong to my parents! My brother got in touch with Payton and he asked him a question that only a few people would know the answer to…. A Led Zeppelin cd stuck in the player that belonged to our foreign exchange student. She purchased the car I believe in 93 from a little car lot on Ringgold Road in East Ridge, Tn. It had lifter work done at a ford dealership in North Georgia I think in Fort Oglethorpe. Also had cv axles done at a shop on East Brainerd Rd. It did NOT have that “impulse” lettering on it when she owned it. That was added by someone else after she sold it. It was a fun car to drive
Your a good human. Ty for entertaining us
Sad there won't be any more project updates, but really happy it's going to someone who will love it!
Great work on it with what you all did! Very generous of you to give it to an avid Probe enthusiast who has had some rough times with his beautiful red one. I think you made an excellent choice in providing it with a new "Forever" home!
Sad to see it go. I think that battle ship gray dow the center with the black side panels would look awsome
Don't know why but I love this old Probe and the MX-6. I remember these cars when I was a kid
Mx-6 was a low key sick car.
Watching Jared messing about getting that window on the regulator makes me happy that I have to take the frame around the door off alongside mine 🤣
That’s awesome. And thanks for the shoutout. Appreciate what you have done for the community and Payton. Really awesome of you to do that.
Any time!
Jared is a genuine good guy! We need more people like him in this world.
I love what you did. Giving the car away was absolutely the right thing to do.
Man alive Jared, I’ve watched this channel begin, grow, shrink, sell, and now become the leviathan in growth. You’re just fantastic my dude! Thank you for what you do
I really hope he starts a channel probe series has been my favorite by far!
Jared I was yelling at that window for you. Been there before. But the Payton thing WOW! Awesome!👍👍👍
27:27 proof what we already knew and now better understand Jared is not a body and paint guy. He is fantastic and awesome in other areas. The accidental battle ship grey is serendipitous for this car in particular. I think it’s awesome 👏🏼
I actually love the hood & what a great, heartwarming ending after that sad story. The ozone generators are fantastic - sorted out my JDM GS460's cigare stink - well worth it as I got what was a pristine low Km Lexus for thousands of dollars less because it was so stinky the importer couldn't get anyone else to buy it.
The footage of you fixing the driver's door glass was hilarious. I could see myself in a similar frustrating situation while working on a car and I had maniacal laughter with your antics. The new owner will return the car to it's glory days. Probes were an unloved Ford and this one with a turbo put a smile on the new owners face. Good on you for giving it to a new home.
Jared, I am really proud to say I know you, and worked with you. You have an amazing heart and do so many good things! Thank you for just being you! ❤❤
heart of GOLD
I was digging the Probe videos, as it was a car I really liked back in the day. It's kinda sad that your time with it has come to an end, but awesome that an enthusiast will be able to continue with it. You always seem like a light hearted nice guy in your videos... but this kindness proves it. Can't wait to see what's next!
Ok, I bet this will be a good episode! Keep up the good work 🎉
My first car was a 93 probe and it was great but i was glad when it was out of my life it was qlways needing fixed so i can agree with your choice jared and good luck to homie fixing it up!!!!
It reminds me more of the plymouth laser. the least desirable of the 1g DSM cars.
Pretty sure that "battleship gray" was a sign that the hood wanted to be properly primed and sealed. But it looks like the new owner will eventually be doing a pro refinish of some kind, so...
17:17 Oh Good. I'm not the only person who doesn't bolt down their bench vise.
fine rol-loc discs on a pneumatic mini angle grinder is the best tool for cleaning mating surfaces i ever found. you just need a light touch, and a little brake cleaner helps. a couple of irwin squeeze action bar clamps help out installing windows. they will hold it where you want it and with the rubber pads they won't hurt the glass.
i had a 89 mazda mx6 and loved that car! this car has brings back lots of great memories!
What a cool ending. Every car has a home! So stoked for that kid. Jared you rock !!!
Jared has a giant heart and understands peoples love of certain brands. That car went where it belongs.
Was enjoying the series. Sorry to see the Probe go. Payton can wait!
I love that it's going to someone that actually appreciates it
This had a good end. I own a 1st gen probe. There's something about probes that attracts people and deer to slam into you. I can very much relate to that kids story. Glad it found a good home and will be restored.
Very cool Jared. My 16 year old son and I are resurrecting an 86 SAAB 900 Turbo that we got for $500. It has been great teaching him about cars and just hanging out together. The car has been at my fathers house in a detached garage and hour and a half away so it is taking longer than I would like but it almost there.
i remember driving my roommates brand new probe gt in 1990. car was amazing, every time you mashed the gas pedal it changed lanes. GOT TORQUE STEER?
I have a huge overwhelming want to work in the shop with Jared for at least a day just to shoot the breeze
Same - or, you know, long enough to really learn from him lol
Not at all the direction I was expecting this to go, but I think it's the right choice. Payton obviously loved his red Probe, and I'm sure this one will become one of the nicest examples out there by the time he's done. Sometimes cars have a way of finding where they belong and I'm glad you could help this one find it's way out of a field and into the hands of the person it belongs with.
RUclips videos have changed my opinion of Harbor Freight. I bought a few things after a friend recommended them because I was only going to use them rarely and couldn’t justify the price of big name tools.
But I’ve purchased a large number of tools in the last few months and I bought a roll around toolbox, my first since I now have a real garage. I thought it was funny that the price depended on the color of the box even though they were the same. The tools won’t care what color it is.
And honestly it’s been fun going to the local Harbor Freight and buying one of every thing that’s on sale. My garage is starting to look like a Harbor Freight store.
Your a fricken legend man! I know where you're coming from,cars dont deserve to be left to waste away, knock on those doors,buy those cars and flip them on to someone who will appreciate them.
That was very nice of you. Payton clearly is the only possible owner for that car. No doubt about it.
Jared you are truly a good guy and I know that young man will be happy once he finishes the car you have a heart of gold sir
He has already probed two vehicles from front and rear 😎
There are differences between car collectors, car enthusiasts, and car hoarders. Jared is a car ENTHUSIAST who shares the passion with the world. Dragging a neglected and abandoned classic home like a lost puppy, cleans it up and finds it a new forever home. Kudos, man. I have the same mindset. Can't tell you how many times someone talks me out of my new toy before I can even get it off my trailer after just picking it up.
Hi Jared nice video 📹 and workmanship and hi new owner !!!
As an amateur whose first project car is a 1984 Corvette that I started 8 months ago, seeing a professional who I respect share some struggles under the hood is super encouraging. Love the content! I've been since the beginning and this is my first comment! Keep being you Jared!
The white finger whizzy wheels work really good on aluminum. Pricey but worth it. Be gentle and you can still see the original fly cutter marks.
I was jumpstarting my dad's Ford Explorer at 6am one. It needed hood struts, so I was using a broom handle. Well, the boom handle got knocked out and the hood slammed on the back of my head. That woke me up faster than any coffee around. Just remembering this makes my head hurt.
Jared, I think it would be cool if you were able to do another video on this one of going up to where Payton is working on it and helping him transfer some of the parts. Would be cool to see the old car and the “new” one side by side.
I have the same hood prop as he used to hold up the hatch.
I was enjoying this ford bargain build. But you've done a great thing for a young car enthusiast. Your a great person Jarred.
I had a company make mistakes sending me the wrong part and charging me for shipping of the wrong part back to them, then making the exact same mistake again, and continuing to charge me again. I do not use that company any longer and continue to recommend people NOT to patronize them. Hopefully, their greed costs them a lot of money.
I’m sad to see the Probe go, but the point is to save cars and find them new homes, which is exactly what has happened here. Maybe Payton can bring it back once it’s done so we can see the final result?
Jared once again showing how generous he is.
Very worthwhile and down to earth project. Good stuff for young and old alike
Its crazy how many times ive seen your videos, seen you in Tavarish's videos, then read about the Probe story in a group on Fb and man, what a down to earth, awesom guy. Love to see it.
Also, I have the Exile AutoWorx 3pc shifter bushings kit on my Protege and it's absolutely insane how tight and close the shifts are with them all installed. Great product for anyone in need of shifter bushings.
As a Carpenter im loving the level being used as a prop for the hatch
Lol was thinking the same thing...Is it a Stanley level by any chance...
My neighbor had one of these when I was 12 and I wanted one so bad. Love this car and the 88 Dodge Shadow.
When you get that one vehicle that you have thought about for so long, it just feels right. I recently traded some stuff for a 1953 Wiily jeep that needs so much, that it was just kinda not it, because i wanted the military version to restore, but they are expensive, and hard to find with all the original 24 volt m138a1 components intact. Somehow i ended up on a kaiser willys for sale page, and about 2 hour's from me was a 1954 m138a1 military jeep for sale, so i went and looked at it yesterday, and was blown away at how everything was there. These jeeps came with special wiring, and weather sealed spark plug wires, distributor, coil, and several other thing's, so that it can be partially driven under water. The thing was used for driving around in the summer in northern michigan, but nevert put on the street since it had been bought from the government many year's ago. I feel like it was meant for me, and why i got it for a very good price. Many people had called, wanted picture's, but would never just come look at it. The lady had been trying to sell it for awhile, but i guess people figured it was a michigan car with rust. I need to fix a couple small holes in the floor, but it's solid, and they used heavy gauge metal back then, which is why it held up. I plan on painting it back olive drab, because someone painted it a wine color which is awful. I have progressive MS, and it has caused muscle wasting on my entire left side, so my dr. said i needed to be as active as i can to slow down the progression, so this jeep will have to do it. Both my grandpa's were in wwll, and as kid's we drove a 67 mule around the farm, and there was an old clapped out jeep that eventually got sold, but i have wanted one since i was a kid, and i thank G-d for blessing me with this chance to have the jeep i have been looking for, but could never find in my low income range until i had it delivered today, and i plan on getting it running soon. She hasn't run since 2017, but that's part of the fun. Good on you Jared for taking the sting out of Paytons crash. G-d bless.
Congrats on the new endorsement, you deserve every one you get!
Speaking of finger dexterity. I had a friend years ago who lost the little finger on his right hand in Viet Nam. He got a 25% disability for it but he viewed it as a blessing in disguise. He could reach into really small places around his motorcycle frame and engine to access parts and hardware.
When I first met him and was introduced and we shook hands that really felt weird. After loosing that finger the surgeon who worked on his hand removed the metacarpus bone from the main part of his hand so he had this really narrow three fingers and thumb hand.
We were both electricians at a power plant.
Be thankful you didn't have to replace the alternator. In 17 years, my wife's car ate 4 alternators. They're at the lowest point of the engine behind all kinds of stuff. While it's technically possible to wiggle it out (and I did it that way twice), the textbook method requires removing the passenger side wheel and half shaft, etc... to get enough space to get to it.
I ended up taking the oil filter off mine to get the alternator out.. it’s a pain for sure tho!
Great job Jared! It's living another life which is what we all wanted from the Probe GT. They are pretty cool old cars. My BF had a GT in highschool (1st car, we were 16) and we got that thing up to 90 mph on a spillway bridge. We were living the high life 😂
A '91 Isuzu Impulse RS would be a REALLY cool addition that I promise you will love, Jared. Just good luck finding one...
Jared, you are one hell of a guy I wish there was more people in the world like you
Regarding classic replacement parts😢 On my 78 351M rebuild the new/ rebuilt water pump, fuel pump, carb, HEI distributor all failed. Three after market fuel pumps. Oh yes, radiator as well. As these builds go (64 F100) you may not get on the road for months or more to work the bugs out. Too bad, one year warranty 😢 The machine shop did not replace the machining 1/2" plugs in the heads. To replace the driver's side with the engine in the truck meant I had 2" clearance in which to work or pull the motor out. Still having idle circuit issues. Could be float level or just crap carb, again. It's all fun doing it the first time but the second time not as much!
Payton! Show the Probe the love it deserves! You’ve got a good base project car to start with.
"God makes them, and they finds each other." You found someone who will love it and care for it and that's great. You're a good guy, Jared, it's one of the reasons I watch your channel. Kudos!
Awesome story and cool to keep young enthusiasts around. Parts for these cars are tough to find - love our project MX-6 but gah it can be frustrating to repair sometimes.
So cool that the Probe is going to a good home! You are a class act!
That was a lovely thing to do, Jared. Good on ya mate. You're a dead set legend.
Jared you have a true heart of gold. i so glad it going to a good home. i hope to see Payton to start a channel for the revive the probe on.
"Fingertip Dexterity" is how I got my last Girlfriend 😂
You found the hidden button!
Wish we had those in france... we only got the NA 4 banger and V6 gen 2(115hp & 170hp)
you have to do a body kit on the probe. you'll love it afterwards
That window repair is ridiculous. US brands have stupid problems with this stuff. Fun to watch you do it!
Super cool to go this route... that kid is building life memories. Awesome of you to do that, thanks for restoring some hope in humanity!
Experienced the same frustration with a big name parts retailer. 3 control arms all came with a torn ball joint bushing. Had to pay for shipping each time. I was not happy
That was awesome thing to do. Definitely went to the right guy. I was also really liking the grey paint.
Lmao welcome to a turbo version of my first car (red LX same year). It looks good, I love this series well done. That shifter slop... I could've used that 20 years ago! The car effectively was killed when downshifting, it liked trying to slip into first instead of third. Twas the death of my transmission, engine was still great @ 300k even after 1st gear for a millisecond @ 80 mph. I figured out shift fork broke in 1st so I was either in first or neutral till the end. I miss "Blinky" as both headlights wouldn't always pop up, aside from that and the lack of cup holders it was great. It was faster than you'd expect, I was well above 120 where the speedometer markings end. Based on the travel of the spedo after 120 I conservatively estimate 145, it pointed straight down and stopped as I could still feel slight acceleration! I was racing an eclipse on the expressway and won by a good amount, lost when "downshifting" for the exit I almost missed. I was dropping it off at a shop that was going to diagnose the headlight issue for $50... trans and such would've been $2k, that's like 5k now! I was so sad, still am.
Try replacing the alternator, service manual says you have to drop the transmission. 18 year old me just took off the tie rod and did some maneuvering to get the alternator out/in, 6 hours later.
So cool! Paying it forward. You are an amazing person for giving the car away. Love the channel. Keep up the good work.
I absolutely love the Probe GT's. Especially if you can get a hold of a KLZE motor. they're fun to drive.
This was awsome!!! Great job jared…… you can tell that car is going to a good person you made his day. Im sure he will take very good care of it
I'm thrilled with your explanation of ozone. Most people don't get it. But you did miss that those single oxygen atoms bind to other O2 molecules to create 03.
Jared ... They have these little air bags with hand pumps like for a blood pressure machine. Slide it between the metal door skin and the glass. Give the pump a few squeezes and when the bag smells it holds the glass safely between the outer window felt (if any is left) and the air bag. Great for doing regulator work
Ozone is actually O3, which is an unstable form of oxygen. It desperately wants to shed one and get back to O2. This lone oxygen atom readily bonds to organic compounds, which oxidizes them, making them less stinky. So you had the concept right, but the molecular chemistry backwards. I've used ozone generators like that on lots of stinky and moldy auction cars, and it works great. Sometimes needs a second treatment tho...
I loved those probes. I've enjoyed watching you get this one going.
Had a silver '90 PGT. Best car I ever owned.