2500mi To Go! 1987 Suburban "Ema 2.0" Vegas to Philly - NNKH

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  • Опубликовано: 16 ноя 2024

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  • @NoNonsenseKnowHow
    @NoNonsenseKnowHow  Год назад +280

    Thanks everyone so much for checking out the video! So far this one has really hi-view time which helps out the channel big-time! As mentioned at the end of the video NNKH hats now available here: www.nononsenseknowhow.com/product/nnkh-black-embroidered-hat-two-options/

    • @JamesDuncil-nb7vt
      @JamesDuncil-nb7vt Год назад +6

      Glad this video is doing well. I enjoy all your stuff but the travel ones are some of my favorites.

    • @johns8817
      @johns8817 Год назад +5

      Your videos and experiences are highly addictive. I always look forward to them so I can sit back and enjoy the ride as well as your expertise on auto mechanics.

    • @peglegtoo
      @peglegtoo Год назад +2

      I really like these will it run travel vlogs, probably impossible but I think it would be great if you did one of these every month or two.

    • @dirtymikeactual
      @dirtymikeactual Год назад

      What all are you using to film these videos

    • @dwaynekarow3601
      @dwaynekarow3601 Год назад +1

      how much for the subur

  • @melvingibson4525
    @melvingibson4525 Год назад +622

    I like how this channel doesn't have a lot of BS and doesn't feel like I'm watching a corporate sponsored tiktok influencer like others on YT. You're a real mechanic and Jen is a Saint. Don't think any of us could match the patience of either of you lol

    • @drummerdude476
      @drummerdude476 Год назад +24

      Bunch of great littler car channels like this out there, Pole Barn Garage, Weird Beard, Mortske repair, and Watch Wes Work are some other good ones I'd recommend.

    • @FreddyFunderbunz
      @FreddyFunderbunz Год назад +22

      It’s in the title “no nonsense “ 😂

    • @drummerdude476
      @drummerdude476 Год назад +11

      Oh, This N That Garage is another really good one

    • @whateverrobert
      @whateverrobert Год назад +6

      I agree good channel

    • @knightwizaed6921
      @knightwizaed6921 Год назад +9

      I've been watching for about a year now, he explains things so they're clear...

  • @davidfarmer1666
    @davidfarmer1666 11 месяцев назад +10

    Chris you amaze me. It's like you have more energy than two normal people

  • @hendosexperience4703
    @hendosexperience4703 Год назад +37

    The ladies on the side of the road don't even know that they were helped by one of the best mechanics in the Nation. Great job!

    • @neonnoodle1169
      @neonnoodle1169 Год назад +5

      Chris is the Lone Ranger of auto mechanics. Love that they stop to help people.

  • @JackJackSoriano
    @JackJackSoriano Год назад +22

    I bought one of your hats because you are a highway angel. In a world full of antagonistic division, your generosity toward your fellow Amercians / humans is commendable.

  • @RealAlfredoLuna
    @RealAlfredoLuna Год назад +149

    This has quickly become my favorite youtube channel. Cars, repairs, traveling and some comedic relief. The three of you (Gus included) are great to watch. Keep up the good work!

    • @The-Deadbolt-Deputy
      @The-Deadbolt-Deputy Год назад +5

      Me too. I love the traveling mixed in with the repairs on the road. Chris has a great thing going. And Jen n Gus are super cool.

    • @darrylcampbell4411
      @darrylcampbell4411 Год назад +3

      I couldnt agree more.

    • @natarem
      @natarem Год назад +1

      Don’t forget turbskis

    • @BobWiersema
      @BobWiersema Год назад +1

      @@natarem Turbo is probably the only cat I've ever seen in my life that would tolerate a little dog like Gus. Props to Turbo.

    • @BLKFLYGTI
      @BLKFLYGTI 7 месяцев назад

      Mine as well. 😊

  • @cski12894
    @cski12894 7 месяцев назад +4

    Thank you for taking me along on your cross country trip. 🙏 I love Gus and your wife reminds me of mine (she passed -fentanyl laced pot at a party).
    But it reminded me of our trips and the memories made along the way. And life goes on. I enjoy my 2018 1SS Camaro and I am going to start doing rhe trips again. You guys are helping me want to get out there. Thank you! 👍
    P.S. Love those Square Body Suburbans.

  • @shannonlawsonnashville
    @shannonlawsonnashville Год назад +82

    Dude, I gotta tell you… I watch a lot of these will it run channels and restorations, etc. And yours is one of my favorites. This last segment that you did with your girl was awesome. I’ve toured all the lower 48 states as a musician, and I would rather do it the way you did it, finding stuff and fixing it up and taking it home

    • @zxggwrt
      @zxggwrt Год назад +2

      He’s got a great vibe overall

  • @KindCreature1
    @KindCreature1 10 месяцев назад +3

    Your video's are very entertaining, and it is a joy to watch to the very end! Mike in Oregon

  • @foxstrangler
    @foxstrangler Год назад +16

    Basic wrenching, old cars and trucks and magnificent scenery. You show us parts of the USA we would never otherwise get to see - and great company. Keep up the good work.

  • @Drew_379
    @Drew_379 Год назад +1

    That abandoned highway was so cool. Thanks for showing us

  • @someguyonli
    @someguyonli Год назад +65

    I had to pause the video at 22 minutes in because I wanted to tell you how incredibly awesome your drone shots are. I can't help it. I'm a former video editor. Really great shots!

    • @NoNonsenseKnowHow
      @NoNonsenseKnowHow  Год назад +7

      Thanks so much for the feedback and really appreciate you checking out the video!

  • @maddoggie2137
    @maddoggie2137 Год назад +1

    Great video. Love the combo of a travel blog combined with fixing a car on the fly combined with your confidence and ingenuity in fixing things. Then add in fluid video transitions with great shots and a cute doggo and I’m sold. 👍👍👍👍👍 5 thumbs up

  • @wp9409
    @wp9409 Год назад +58

    Enjoy following your adventures. You two kids are good people, pleasure to watch and follow along with the vehicle repairs, and nice work on the videos!

  • @randomhero111391
    @randomhero111391 Год назад +1

    Gosh this makes me miss my Suburban. I'm a Ford guy through and through but I did own a 99 1500 350 for two years and I loved it so much...also had plenty of good times in my buddies 84 3/4 ton 454 Burb back in highschool 😁

  • @burlingtonmoose
    @burlingtonmoose Год назад +1

    Ok I just watched the trip you took from las vegas to home. I really enjoyed the trip it basically was a trip. I took with you guys. Jen has a lovely singing voice and like I say I am a retired gentleman. And go along with you for the ride. Thank you for your videos!

  • @kaprentice
    @kaprentice Год назад +65

    I don't know how anyone could start watching the three of you and not go to the end. Wish I could contribute more than I do. I've always said that "Life is but memories" and you and Jen are making a shit-load of them. Keep them coming.

  • @mikestone7692
    @mikestone7692 Год назад +1

    Nice photograph especially the drone shots. I like how you problem solve and repair as you go. Your demeanor and attitude is inspiring to be patient, to really enjoy life and the ride. It’s great too you add Jen & Gus. Nice family.

  • @1leggeddog
    @1leggeddog Год назад +26

    These roadtrip videos are so friggin awesome to watch
    And Gus. I love Gus!😍

  • @milt7348
    @milt7348 Год назад +2

    Thanks for the road trip. Stay safe and we'll see you next time.

  • @johnwakefield9378
    @johnwakefield9378 Год назад +48

    Yourcamera work and editing combined with your mechanical know how make this the best channel on RUclips. Thanks for awesome content and stories you make out of these trips. Jen and Gus make great side kicks.

  • @cardboardcountdown
    @cardboardcountdown Месяц назад +2

    These travel videos are way underrated! Love the train shots!!

  • @FoosaStomp
    @FoosaStomp Год назад +37

    Watching you , Jen and Gus road-tripping is the highlight of my week. When Jen smiles I smile. Happy time. Dude, the apocalypse comes along I am hunting you down, your mechanic skills, no-drama attitude and resilience coupled with the absolutely joy of Jen and Gus makes hunting the wastelands for salvage worth it. Keep the videos coming !

  • @caroledunne2667
    @caroledunne2667 Год назад +2

    I don’t know how I happened upon you, but I’ve watched a few of your videos already and really enjoy them. I go by mama card and I’m 78 and love cars.

  • @rickbaker7507
    @rickbaker7507 Год назад +7

    Hey... I absolutely loved the drone shots of wheeling wv, I grew up in that town, and is where I'm from, there is a lot of history that was made there. It is where west Virginia was born during the civil war, and also our suspension bridge at one time was the longest in the world, it opened in 1849.. at 174 years old is still in existence. It is also an historical landmark, and is on the registry...

  • @donaldriggs3097
    @donaldriggs3097 Год назад +2

    Just watched your Vegas to Philly video and I was dragged back in history when you went to the abandoned tunnel on PA Turnpike. I remember driving thru that
    tunnel around 1966 driving from New London, Ct to Ft Stockton, TX on my first leave after being stationed on a submarine based in New London. 18 years old, 1st car (1965 Malibu 1st time ever on a turnpike, and big first time driving thru a tunnel!! . A little spooky but overall a great trip! Thanks for the memories!!!

  • @martinmcdoniel4551
    @martinmcdoniel4551 Год назад +25

    Chris just wanted to say I greatly enjoy your epic travel vlogs. I know it does wear both you and Jen out but i want to say Thank you for all you both do! Glad you finally got the Fury wagon title looking forward to an updated video on that! Jen needs to sing more her voice is awesome! Take Care!

    • @NoNonsenseKnowHow
      @NoNonsenseKnowHow  Год назад +6

      Glad you like them! Thanks so much for watching and commenting

  • @johncornell3665
    @johncornell3665 10 месяцев назад +1

    Jen is setting up the tent, and Im putting the carpet on the dash. You found a keeper there with Jen. You crack me up. Great video thanks!

  • @mariusrascol763
    @mariusrascol763 Год назад +12

    Hands down! YOU and VGG BEST CAR SHOW ON UTUBE! Can't wait for your next. Keep it up bud.

  • @MrOnemanop
    @MrOnemanop Год назад +1

    Did Las Vegas to S.W. Ontario twice in '92 ('70 Torino 4 sp. 351 Shaker, second time, my grandma's '68 Mustang coupe.) 2 days from now Ontario to Vancouver island with wife and son in son's 2000 Tundra. Love the old car road trip. You just never know....

  • @chrishamman4180
    @chrishamman4180 Год назад +11

    I absolutely love these (buying a vehicle and driving back home) videos. You have become my favorite channel

  • @BrianLarson1326
    @BrianLarson1326 Год назад +2

    Stoked you finally got the title for the wagon! Great vid, love that Hotel. Thanks for sharing.

  • @paulgreene1277
    @paulgreene1277 Год назад +10

    Haven't seen a train loaded with military hardware like that since the first gulf war. Seen them going up green and coming down custer hill on fort riley tan to get loaded on the trains.

    • @winnerscreed6767
      @winnerscreed6767 Год назад

      there has also been a lot of military plane action in AZ this winter too.

    • @scottwright388
      @scottwright388 Год назад +2

      Out of curiosity, I followed the rails via Google earth, westbound. It goes right by a marine corps logistics base in barstow ca.

  • @atom_________6815
    @atom_________6815 Год назад +2

    i like the fly far away find a unloved vehicle and drive it all the way home. it reminds me of the old roadkill episodes back before it went all snooty. you keep doing these adventures and ill keep watching ya do it. 👍.

  • @Martin.Wilson
    @Martin.Wilson Год назад +11

    Potholes are a driver's worst curse. Some might find this hard to believe, but as an Albertan I can tell you first hand that you could drive almost every mile of Alberta's highways and not find a single pothole. The road maintenance is really amazing here. A big shout out to the Alberta DOT.

    • @travishigh2731
      @travishigh2731 Год назад +1

      I wish pa dot did the same

    • @hawkeyetec
      @hawkeyetec Год назад +2

      Before the usa was proactive and replaced the utilities under and then replaced from scratch.
      Now all over the usa they do mickey mouse repairs so we have asphalt moguls and concrete ski jumps for bridge joints....ill be glad when we can get our stuff in gear again!

    • @Hanzyscure
      @Hanzyscure Год назад +1

      Car channels from Alberta don't like the rough roads. They complain about them as they test drive their cars.

  • @sedrickwells8545
    @sedrickwells8545 21 день назад +1

    I had a 1990 and it was one of the greatest vehicles I've ever owned. Had well over 300k before the motor locked up. These trucks are built like tanks and the space is awesome. Your wife is right that rear seat is like a living room. Love that truck and definitely can't wait till I'm able to buy another one.

  • @SuperMurf44
    @SuperMurf44 Год назад +10

    Well it's official you make the best road trip videos out there... can't wait to see more on the Burb...

  • @timmaynard.
    @timmaynard. 10 месяцев назад +1

    Love your videos, filming, editing and drone filming! As a mechanic, appreciate that too!

  • @RUBEN909R
    @RUBEN909R Год назад +7

    I’m currently watching Jen’s channel on this same road trip..Im a happy camper i could watch these all day . I recently had ankle surgery can’t walk for 3 months the joy of watching little Gus 🐶man this channel is top fav on RUclips

  • @jont0315
    @jont0315 Год назад +65

    I've been binge watching all the videos on your channel. You are a good mechanic on all levels. Got that big time know how to do everything energy lol And not to mention Mrs NNKH is awesome too! She always seems excited to go on whatever adventure you got going on and never seems to complain. Seems very supportive of you as a person. Got yourself a keeper there! Anyways love the videos man. I've learned so much from your videos. Keep it up my guy! 🤜🏻🤛🏾

  • @llen609
    @llen609 10 месяцев назад +1

    I love this channel. You are very entertaining and Jen really lovely and funny. And I like your little long dog.

  • @columbiaindieband4717
    @columbiaindieband4717 Год назад +14

    I love your channel. I like the format and how natural it all is, not fake and staged. Also Gus man and Jen are great additions. Mostly tho, I love the long trips where you just go buy something and hope to get it home 🤣

  • @GiovanniEliziarioIannini
    @GiovanniEliziarioIannini 11 месяцев назад +1

    I got stuck watching the suburban videos! You're nice to watch! Congrats!

  • @unokarpa4405
    @unokarpa4405 Год назад +28

    отличное путешествие! спасибо ребята что взяли нас с собой! )
    машина отлично справляется, хорошо сделана.

    • @Roper-wn1xu
      @Roper-wn1xu Год назад +3

      ? English's p s l

    • @irok_gaming
      @irok_gaming Год назад +5

      @@Roper-wn1xu Here is a translation for you: great trip! thanks guys for taking us with you! )
      the car runs great, well made.

    • @Roper-wn1xu
      @Roper-wn1xu Год назад +2

      @@irok_gaming thanks

  • @عمرالجهني-ظ4ع
    @عمرالجهني-ظ4ع Год назад +2

    I am your follower from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. You are very wonderful and your content is very important for those interested in American cars. I wish you success

  • @joneggers174
    @joneggers174 Год назад +10

    Chris Jen thanks for taking me along for the ride another awesome video. You two are so down to earth. Stopping to help people in need.The world would be a better place if There were more people like you. Glad you guys made it home Safe and sound can't wait for the next one.

    • @jennifersugint
      @jennifersugint Год назад +2

      Thanks, Jon! We appreciate that and thanks for checking out the video.

  • @ovlov245
    @ovlov245 Год назад +2

    Such fun times , im happy you 2 can do this and let us see!

  • @the40735
    @the40735 Год назад +8

    These road-trip videos are my favorite. This RUclips channel is blue chip.

  • @theS4V0Y
    @theS4V0Y Год назад +1

    Found this channel by accident. I think I want to be friends with Chris and Jen. If you ever come back through Texas, you got a spot to stop in.

  • @samvalentine3206
    @samvalentine3206 Год назад +14

    Everyone else is saying how much they enjoyed this presentation and I have to join them. Your videos are a notch above anyone else's. We get to see the flyover states and parts of the USA that folks never get to see. I loved your previous coming across the states video with the station wagon, and now this one. Definitely top shelf entertainment. There is a fearless approach to the problems that come up - "Oh, it needs a new pinion seal - no problem, I'll do it with a rock." Not quite, but your fix-it attitude and "get 'er done" really comes through. The chemistry you all share, Jen, Chris, Gus & Turbo are all truly heart warming. Thank you SO much for these epic journeys - for bringing us along, sharing your experiences. Considering what could go wrong, the fact that you made it home demands respect from us viewers. Any time you want to upload a video, you've got a loyal following for sure! Thank you!

  • @Tristauristov
    @Tristauristov 11 месяцев назад +3

    I like your content ! It’s very interesting for me. Actually, I’am learning English from your videos, very clear👍 good luck

  • @bradleycrenshaw6778
    @bradleycrenshaw6778 Год назад +10

    You are taking me places that I will never get to see or experience. Thank you so much for your videos and the effort it takes to produce them.

  • @jimg7784
    @jimg7784 Год назад +2

    Outstanding…both channels Jens and yours. My pleasure to watch.

  • @RockymountainRobert
    @RockymountainRobert Год назад +9

    I like watching you and Jenn travel across America in these fixer upper cars, along the way your fixing whatever needs attention, your videos are awsome.

  • @cos4465
    @cos4465 Год назад +10

    Love the travel video with a dash and a sprinkle of mechanical knowledge in between.
    Love how no mechanical issue can stop you no matter where you are.

  • @kellykonoske91
    @kellykonoske91 Год назад +18

    Your road trips with Jen and Gus are really fun to watch! You guys take care. Todd the retired trucker.

  • @pepperandzip
    @pepperandzip 11 месяцев назад +2

    The way you incorporate your aerial video along with the rest makes it look like a movie you guys are the bomb very interesting .You can't turn it off because you want to see what's around the next bend😊

  • @jeremy2283
    @jeremy2283 Год назад +13

    Your channel is quickly becoming my go to in the automotive world.

  • @bobclay2808
    @bobclay2808 Год назад +3

    EASILY my favorite channel on RUclips. Very fun to watch!

  • @tristanoliva
    @tristanoliva Год назад +28

    I’ve said it before but I’ll say it again. I absolutely LOVE these road trip videos. Keep ‘em coming! Edit; where were you guys when you first hit the snow??

  • @Nictona
    @Nictona Год назад +1

    Love all the love given to the suburban. Best truck in the business for a reason almost 100 years strong. Great cross country movie!

  • @alberttibbets6567
    @alberttibbets6567 Год назад +12

    Really enjoyed this. Kind of my "Friday Night at the Movies." Love the train footage. Years ago, I commuted to work along back roads that paralleled train tracks. I loved when I was pedaling along next to the train. Something great about that feeling. And the NNKH teams rescues the horse trailer ladies. And wonderful footage of the landscape. Thanks.

  • @zonablazer
    @zonablazer Год назад +2

    This video is more an experience than something to watch. Its also really nice to have a spouse that will share a beer with you at the end of the day. Top notch and 80s music to boot!

  • @richcxx
    @richcxx Год назад +17

    Dude you two are killing it with these videos, great content. Love the local exploration. I don't know if it is you or Jen on the drone work but that is really nice content!
    Looking forward to the next one.

  • @jordancole4097
    @jordancole4097 2 месяца назад +2

    Jen's attitude is so infectious! And of course G Man is the cutest

  • @edtheroverman
    @edtheroverman Год назад +25

    You three have such a happy and original format to your channel.
    I bloody love it!!!!
    Keep up the great work guys ❤❤

  • @richardstone5241
    @richardstone5241 Год назад +1

    I had a 1991 Suburban 4x4 with a 350 and TBI that I used for adventure camping while in Utah.
    The vehicle never let me down and had almost 200,000 miles on it, got 19.2 mpg on flat interstate.
    It was so dependable that I never had an oil leak, never had a valve cover or the oil pan off.
    Had it all over the west and slept in the back all the time (no tent just a canopy for rainy days).

  • @ogtimmy2355
    @ogtimmy2355 Год назад +8

    I love these rescue and drive home videos, plus any day I get to watch The Gus man is a great day! 🐶Thank you and keep ‘‘em coming !

  • @Christopherparlow
    @Christopherparlow Год назад +1

    Your one of the best on here driving cars and trucks around your pretty much the only guy doing it besides one other l know of so your vids are fun and thank you and your wife she is very cool not many woman would tag along with her husband. Please keep up the great work.

  • @benitomm
    @benitomm Год назад +19

    Thanks to you, A jen and Gus for sharing a little bit of your amazing lives with us!
    You are one of my favorite RUclipsrs, and boy am I counting them with one hand. What is done with love, remains as good as your videos and your vehicles.
    Keep it up, friend! Do not change!

  • @codylewellyn1716
    @codylewellyn1716 Год назад +1

    My girlfriend surprised me with a NNKH shirt and beanie the other day. My doggy found the sticker inside the beanie and pulled it out. Put it on my truck window. Thank you guys! Have fun🤟🤟🤟

    • @NoNonsenseKnowHow
      @NoNonsenseKnowHow  Год назад

      Awesome! Can't thank you and your girlfriend enough for the support!

  • @naturalone32333
    @naturalone32333 Год назад +6

    I love these type videos! I imagine they do wear y'all out. I like to google all your stops along the way and check them out.

  • @RobertDrake-j4z
    @RobertDrake-j4z 9 месяцев назад +1

    Persistence and patience. Works every time.
    Thanks for showing me parts of the country that I probably will never get to see...

  • @mattparoz4246
    @mattparoz4246 Год назад +6

    I think the Fury was one of the first videos I watched. I’m an Aussie bloke and I must admit that I do enjoy the road trip style videos. I appreciate the tours of the old towns. It must take yonks to edit this style of video. Thanks mate 🇦🇺🤙🏼

  • @scrocrates6380
    @scrocrates6380 Год назад +1

    Dad had a 1978 Suburban back in the day. 350 with a 4-barrel carb, two-tone blue paint. This brings back some memories for sure.

  • @TimmyCramer
    @TimmyCramer Год назад +4

    Love this channel and how you guys live life!! Jen is the epitome of Fit, Feminine, and Friendly!! Keep kicking ass!! Timmy C Arizona

  • @rotironwerks
    @rotironwerks Год назад +2

    Great trip thanks for taking us along.

  • @born_again_torinos
    @born_again_torinos Год назад +10

    Your channel has rapidly became one of my favorites. You are a down to earth guy, Gus makes me smile. You are doing things right with this channel, keep it up buddy.

    • @neonnoodle1169
      @neonnoodle1169 Год назад +3

      I look forward to NNKH videos more than any other youtuber that I follow. They are that good.

  • @timmardon6161
    @timmardon6161 Год назад +1

    Excellent!! I'm a new boy a Brit living in Poland, nice to see the different landscapes as you travel.

  • @timothymetzler7715
    @timothymetzler7715 Год назад +4

    Dude I love you and Jennifer, you 2 are great great people . Your videos are great both of your channels and Jens are the best

  • @mrlatino1964
    @mrlatino1964 Год назад +1

    Again you knocked it out of the park, I love long trains as well, abandoned gas stations, thanks again for posting.....

  • @RichardKerr-o7n
    @RichardKerr-o7n Год назад +9

    Hi from the uk. I have started watching your channel and i am addicted. Loving the will it run and the road trips! Also just want to say you have an awesome workshop, thats how i would have mine (if my wife would let me) thanks for taking us along with you 👍 can't wait for more vids keep them coming

  • @unclerick8224
    @unclerick8224 Год назад +1

    In this video you have achieved a good blend of auto repair and travelogue. I really enjoyed watching your exploits around the country.

  • @pete79602
    @pete79602 Год назад +11

    These long multi-part video series are so cool! Its like the viewer is on the trip with y'all! Keep it up, you Jen and Gus are a great trio, and Tubro holding the fort down back home HA!
    Oh yeah... FURYOUS !!!!

  • @TheVenom8343
    @TheVenom8343 Год назад +1

    Man, that old highway and tunnel were frickin awesome!! I'm going to Google Earth that and look around. Love old road stuff!!

  • @gispel7058
    @gispel7058 Год назад +4

    Thanks to all @ NNKH. Sure smiled all the way through this one. Thanks to Gustav as well. The mix of your content is your appeal.
    Well done you guys!
    Also Not to forget the use of the hair tie to fix the rattling cap. Just one of countless fixes you do and the help you gave to people along the way ? Just pure decent!

  • @jimcabezola3051
    @jimcabezola3051 Год назад +2

    A big “Mahalo nui loa!” to you three for taking me along on your road trip! Road-trips make me miss the mainland and all the lovely trips I took out there. So happy you see you all are safely and happily home. Aloha!

  • @MattTee1975
    @MattTee1975 Год назад +3

    Man, driving sketchy cars ANY distance is the most stress-inducing thing to me. Respect.

    • @commodorenut
      @commodorenut Год назад +1

      Completely agree. Having done this myself 20 years ago, I’d much rather watch other people do it these days. Unless you’ve been there yourself, you can’t understand the feeling of dread when things go wrong, and you’re stranded so far from home. It is so stressful. I took over a week to bring a car home 1200km (approx 730 miles).
      It had been parked for nearly 10 years. The seller put new tyres on it (at my cost) and had the oil changed. He also had a mechanical check to get a 4 week permit, so I could drive it home without registration. Told me it was all good, and ran great, But he’d only driven it a few miles at a time. Not long enough to uncover the issues that were ready to bite me.
      Within the first 15 minutes it began overheating. I don’t know how many times I flushed the cooling system, and even pulled the thermostat, just to keep the needle just under the red. I spent ages adjusting the ignition timing in the hope that would help, but it didn’t….. on the last day before home we had to stop every 30km or so to refill the water that was being ejected out the overflow as steam. It also developed numerous electrical & fuel issues. I blew heater & radiator hoses several times.
      Fortunately my wife followed in the daily driver, so I had a “parts runner” on call. She complained about spots on the windscreen that smeared with the wipers. I checked the oil at the next stop…. Had to add 3 litres (a bit over 3 quarts). Each time I stopped for fuel I had to add 3 litres…..
      Many times I had people tell me I should have trailered it, or paid a shipping company. At one point 500km from home I nearly gave up, and started making plans to store it in a safe area to come back with the trailer, but couldn’t get anywhere I was comfortable with, so we pressed on.
      Once I made it home I realised how much we achieved, and how it was so worth it to do that trip. I restored it over 3 years, and reminisced so many times about that drive home. I’m a different person because of it.

  • @michaelashcraft8569
    @michaelashcraft8569 Год назад +2

    We love going on these trips with you, Jen, and Gus, it's always a good time, and, you are a good Teacher of auto mechanics..

  • @averagedudethirteen3257
    @averagedudethirteen3257 Год назад +46

    This is probably the most down to earth channel yet. Love the content and the knowledge you teach out about quick easy fixes. Awesome job! Looking forward to see what’s up next. 🤙🏻

  • @timothyrussell4010
    @timothyrussell4010 Год назад

    we need more people like you im glad you stopped and helped those people especially with horses in the heat thks for being you

  • @KyGun
    @KyGun Год назад +25

    I must say. It is hard to find original content on youtube. Everyone is doing the same thing. But you two are doing something much different. I love the drone footage. You have an eye for the sky and what looks good from an Arial view. Those mountains were breathtaking. BTW I grew up in a 1975 suburban. Love your videos. Keep'em coming.

  • @jasonkobs9288
    @jasonkobs9288 Год назад +7

    Awesome journey as always - I love it when you work on the older GM classics and save them from the scrapyard. Keep up the great work!

  • @beachthor1
    @beachthor1 Год назад +1

    I love that you immediately utilize the vehicles you get, including the bass dumpster boat. Great high stakes nature of this trip, really brings a survival element to the videos. Nevada desert is no joke!

  • @libertysgarage8411
    @libertysgarage8411 Год назад +4

    Absolutely love your road trip videos! Everyone should do this! I finally was able to last year. Drove my 81 Turbo Trans Am from Idaho to Wisconsin and back last July. Open road, tunes and not a care in the world!

  • @dgb56bgd
    @dgb56bgd Год назад +1

    Thanks for the flyovers with the drone. I love trains too. Blessings y’all.

  • @1999Valkyrie
    @1999Valkyrie Год назад +13

    As always, thanks for taking us along on your adventures! You invest lots of time and effort into these, and it is appreciated!!

  • @barryrahn5957
    @barryrahn5957 Год назад +2

    Chris you're a really good narrator. I never get bored with your observations and your on the the fly fix it repairs. It's a great country we live in, innit? And if Jen and Gus weren't in these videos they'd lose so much lustre. Anyway, good video - keep "em coming!

    • @barryrahn5957
      @barryrahn5957 Год назад

      Appreciate your heart of approval. Got a hat just now - spreadin' the word.

  • @theroving1
    @theroving1 Год назад +11

    Love these road trip videos Chris. Obviously it's not financially viable to do it regularly but thanks for sharing!

  • @VPTfab
    @VPTfab Год назад +2

    For the longest time Ive wanted to fly out, fix a vehicle, and drive it home. Ive done it with plenty of already running vehicles but to do it with a nonrunning vehicle is just a whole nother adventure. Some day soon I hope! Love the videos! Keep them coming!