Bringing a 1969 Dodge Charger Back to Life

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  • @warvenomx1708
    @warvenomx1708 6 месяцев назад +3810

    I hope the seller gets better, he seems so genuine and humble

    • @landmarkboulders6226
      @landmarkboulders6226 6 месяцев назад +92

      Yeah not sure why the buyer tried to low ball. Like come on man

    • @JerryGamingTV
      @JerryGamingTV 6 месяцев назад +77

      @@landmarkboulders6226 it was a 5% less than asking, thats not a lowball? hahah

    • @warvenomx1708
      @warvenomx1708 6 месяцев назад +52

      ​@@JerryGamingTV i mean, westen himself said it was $1500 cheaper than it shoud've been, but i guess the state the car was in justified the discount

    • @landmarkboulders6226
      @landmarkboulders6226 6 месяцев назад +31

      @@JerryGamingTV if we agreed on a priced and you come over here with lower number. That is low balling.

    • @ImKairyu
      @ImKairyu 6 месяцев назад

      westin did not make that deal, they guy stated a price and westin took the deal@@landmarkboulders6226

  • @johnpellarin3269
    @johnpellarin3269 6 месяцев назад +1756

    You gotta take the guy who sold you that on a ride when you get it all shined up and nice.

    • @ProbablyShouldntDailyThis
      @ProbablyShouldntDailyThis 6 месяцев назад +40

      Was gonna comment this. That definitely would be a great feel good video

    • @Karocenas
      @Karocenas 6 месяцев назад +37

      But Westen doesnt restore cars

    • @Pekonimaisteri
      @Pekonimaisteri 6 месяцев назад +75

      you mean when it has a 1000hp engine in it without fixing anything else

    • @rabes1981
      @rabes1981 6 месяцев назад +13

      Westen should Collab with Vice Grip Garage and get it running/driving. That would be a great series.

    • @tlalexander3
      @tlalexander3 6 месяцев назад +4

      except maybe the frame and the chain holding the motor in lol@@Pekonimaisteri

  • @fixitshop3025
    @fixitshop3025 6 месяцев назад +611

    You know you’ve made it when 20,000 is cheap, I’m glad to see everything is going great for Westin, he really deserves it

    • @kowboykennyware
      @kowboykennyware 6 месяцев назад +6

      Especially for a small block b body

    • @bowl-of-chicken-soup7107
      @bowl-of-chicken-soup7107 5 месяцев назад +19

      I was eyeing the price tag and then heard him say it was cheap. I guess for a 69 charger that’s complete that’s an alright price

    • @BarFlyChef
      @BarFlyChef 5 месяцев назад

      Percussive maintenance for the win.

    • @BarFlyChef
      @BarFlyChef 5 месяцев назад

      When in doubt, vice grips.

    • @MarioDarnadi
      @MarioDarnadi 5 месяцев назад +3

      those cars start at 35k working and end at like 1.8mil. :D so yeah 19,500 is dirt cheap :D if he put this together he can sell it for 200k eazy

  • @kidcurry2273
    @kidcurry2273 6 месяцев назад +44

    “Or ride out the time I have left” damn man, bring him back! Seems like a good guy

  • @Mousyy
    @Mousyy 6 месяцев назад +1133

    I really hope that man gets his General Lee someday, that story hit really close to home.

    • @cheerkidscheerleading4357
      @cheerkidscheerleading4357 6 месяцев назад +15

      Or at least someone reach out to him that has a general Lee clone that could take that man a ride in it at least 😁

    • @Peroxide-Mark
      @Peroxide-Mark 6 месяцев назад

      get cody on it@@cheerkidscheerleading4357

    • @Jamesozzy2311
      @Jamesozzy2311 6 месяцев назад

      I’m thinkin general lee

    • @levistarable
      @levistarable 6 месяцев назад +9

      be nice if westen did it and brought it back to take him for a rip

    • @kevvog7017
      @kevvog7017 6 месяцев назад

      Whistlin Diesel Has a Twin Turbo General Lee

  • @HalfAboveMid
    @HalfAboveMid 6 месяцев назад +745

    Good luck, Randy. I hope you're able to have lots of years on this planet still.

    • @umakemerandy3669
      @umakemerandy3669 6 месяцев назад +13

      Thanks!

    • @robertwitcher5113
      @robertwitcher5113 6 месяцев назад +3

      @@umakemerandy3669praying for you Mr Randy. Positive and peace be upon you sir..

    • @jordankoch1860
      @jordankoch1860 6 месяцев назад +1

      @@umakemerandy3669 where are you originally from? I see the care has Marshall county tags. I’m from Seneca which would be Nemaha county and Marshall is just next door!!

  • @pleco652
    @pleco652 6 месяцев назад +165

    So glad you’re taking your health seriously. We need you around for a long time. Your videos are hilarious and true. Been watching you since 200k

    • @kacper.6537
      @kacper.6537 3 месяца назад +2

      Ive been watching since 500k and he always makes me smile, i wish i could he a mechanic like him but im stuck doing carpentry

  • @darianduncan6876
    @darianduncan6876 6 месяцев назад +13

    From watching all you past videos I can tell your losing weight and from a dude who went from 250 to 150 in a yr in a half, I’m proud asf of you and think you are one of the only RUclipsrs who bring me joy to watch I love and own classic and watching all you videos just bring me joy to see you not give up on classics

  • @breezybell6233
    @breezybell6233 6 месяцев назад +582

    76 lbs? That's awesome Westen! Keep it up dude!! Love your videos!!

    • @keithlempka2593
      @keithlempka2593 6 месяцев назад +6

      That's awesome 76 lbs how are you doing it

    • @shannonburns6724
      @shannonburns6724 6 месяцев назад +2

      So happy for you young man.

    • @ThatOneDude319
      @ThatOneDude319 6 месяцев назад +1

      Proud of him

    • @TheUncleGoat
      @TheUncleGoat 6 месяцев назад +9

      you can see it as well, he's looking great!

    • @priemasuku305
      @priemasuku305 6 месяцев назад +4

      And he looks so good with all that weight down

  • @toryjeffery5634
    @toryjeffery5634 6 месяцев назад +487

    You should restore it and either give the dude a ride or give it back. Id love to see that

    • @fonocus6503
      @fonocus6503 6 месяцев назад +64

      I'm not too hopeful. He said it was $15k too cheap, dude was dying, and he still asked him to knock off $500 when he got there.

    • @garethhopkins5301
      @garethhopkins5301 6 месяцев назад +16

      Definitely needs the old owner reunion when drivable by normal people's standards not your western

    • @ghanix5810
      @ghanix5810 6 месяцев назад +18

      give it back? LOL

    • @GamerKittyYT
      @GamerKittyYT 6 месяцев назад +3

      @@ghanix5810 Ur a bad person i can tell

    • @wpfc
      @wpfc 6 месяцев назад +7

      @@GamerKittyYTyou buy something and restore it and then give it back mr money man

  • @gertgaming7351
    @gertgaming7351 6 месяцев назад +27

    So proud of you Weston! We love you so much! Down 76 pounds is a lot! Congratulations keep up the always entertaining videos!!

  • @normcarguy4571
    @normcarguy4571 6 месяцев назад +4

    hope the guy gets better and live a long life

  • @sammedley4211
    @sammedley4211 6 месяцев назад +238

    It's always a beautiful day when Westen uploads

    • @atv950
      @atv950 6 месяцев назад +5

      Wish there was more beautiful days

  • @tacofry4768
    @tacofry4768 6 месяцев назад +226

    I speak for a majority of Westen fans when I say we wont mind longer uploads 😂 Shoot even makes it easier on the editing. Like hell yeah we wanna watch you wrestle with a carby for 10 minutes 😅😅😅

    • @fakeplayer9088
      @fakeplayer9088 6 месяцев назад +4

      Well 10 minutes each month ain't exactly a way too

    • @nickzint8542
      @nickzint8542 6 месяцев назад +12

      Fully agree I could watch him yell at a timing belt for 10-20 minutes easily 😂

    • @Justgaragenit
      @Justgaragenit 6 месяцев назад +2

      I love watching his videos. He’s such a real down to earth likeable person.

  • @RunnaLite4269
    @RunnaLite4269 5 месяцев назад +7

    He’s gonna make this a badass car again props to him and his crew

  • @Brian-mp2mv
    @Brian-mp2mv 6 месяцев назад +4

    Westen, I'm so proud of what you've accomplished with your channel!
    As a fellow pear shaped fella, people can see your heart is in everything you do!
    Keep doing what you do, and don't be discouraged by anything negative anyone says.
    I don't follow a lot of creators, but I follow the good ones!
    Thanks for the uploads👍

  • @Ericm86878
    @Ericm86878 6 месяцев назад +75

    Always the best day when westen uploads

  • @NotABot88
    @NotABot88 6 месяцев назад +58

    I wish someone could give this guy a ride along in The General Lee. The community could make it happen....

  • @RATTL3R186
    @RATTL3R186 6 месяцев назад +7

    Good for you on the weight loss brother. I'm sure all of us wanna see you doing fun stuff for many, many years to come.

  • @salvatorebaleno9807
    @salvatorebaleno9807 6 месяцев назад +2

    Congratulations on the weight loss. Within the past year I've lost 85lbs, then gained 15 back and in the past week ive managed to drop 4 of it back off. It feels so great to be able to move and breathe more easily. Ive got a family that needs me around, my health needs to be a priority.

  • @clintprice2123
    @clintprice2123 6 месяцев назад +44

    In the mid 70’s my friend had a Road Runner with a chain holding the engine down as it kept breaking motor mounts, what a beast that car was.
    Keep up your weight loss journey Westen, you’re adding many additional years to your life and good health!

  • @countrypplz
    @countrypplz 6 месяцев назад +8

    Just picked up a 1972 Chevelle that's been parked since 1997.. primed the oil pump with a drill and ghetto extension and replaced the distributor. Car fired up on the first attempt with original 20+ year old fuel 🙌

  • @Festivex1
    @Festivex1 6 месяцев назад +5

    I can imagine getting this thing to start being frustrating as hell but he still manages to make it look like a piece of cake hahaha best part about this channel.
    SHE WANTS TO LIVE! 11:46

  • @joepatenaude3957
    @joepatenaude3957 6 месяцев назад +3

    Weston you look happy and healthy keep up the great work

  • @thomasryan8218
    @thomasryan8218 6 месяцев назад +29

    I hope the seller gets better and congratulations Weston on the weight loss.

  • @domgaming6755
    @domgaming6755 6 месяцев назад +26

    i love this channel because he always brings old cars back to life and i’m just proud of him

  • @user-rx2ov4qh5u
    @user-rx2ov4qh5u 6 месяцев назад +3

    i hope we see a part two of this!

  • @tryngetme12ps4
    @tryngetme12ps4 6 месяцев назад +4

    Congrats on the weight loss man i know that shits hard i was 420 before covid and got myself down to 330 just stopping extra eating and made myself do stuff movement wise i wouldn't try otherwise. Much love and happiness from kentucky ❤

  • @moparmex4277
    @moparmex4277 6 месяцев назад +31

    First a 68 now a 69? Westen is doing what we all want to do 🔥🔥🔥keep up the awesome videos 🔥❤

  • @trevorsorenson8329
    @trevorsorenson8329 6 месяцев назад +17

    Keep up the good work mang! I have dropped 100lbs and it's a life style change, both mental and physical adjustments have to be changed. Not easy, keep us updated!

    • @musicdawg
      @musicdawg 6 месяцев назад

      Great job!!

  • @justingood1443
    @justingood1443 6 месяцев назад +1

    Please please continue with this car. I’m so excited!

  • @bangs2ndshotgarage865
    @bangs2ndshotgarage865 6 месяцев назад +3

    Man I’ve always wanted a General Lee as well so I feel for that feller. Although he got closer to it than me as I’ve never been able to get a Charger. Had to been hard to let it go.

  • @Getdeleted05
    @Getdeleted05 6 месяцев назад +10

    Bro, it’s always a good day when Weston uploads

  • @GREGC95MEDIA
    @GREGC95MEDIA 6 месяцев назад +15

    He does not get enough credit of how much good and dope content this man gives us 😂

  • @mntdewbmx13
    @mntdewbmx13 6 месяцев назад +1

    I'm so glad people are bring these old-school cars back 🥰☺️☺️☺️

  • @matthiascarroll1924
    @matthiascarroll1924 6 месяцев назад +1

    12:08 gas can in the engine bay, then is disappears after spilling! Love these videos, always a joy to watch Westen.

  • @Broguy98f
    @Broguy98f 6 месяцев назад +3

    You know my day gets better when ever westen post a new video

  • @torvaldsen2110
    @torvaldsen2110 6 месяцев назад +8

    Would be awesome if once you got it all fixed up, is to go back to the guy and give him a ride. He had a dream to get it going and with his health, would be cool to raise his spirits.

  • @jamiepile2861
    @jamiepile2861 6 месяцев назад +3

    Most entertaining dude on the Internet 👍 I love anything with an engine and also naturally comedic people 😁
    Keep up the content Westen, big love from England ❤

  • @prestonparton7250
    @prestonparton7250 6 месяцев назад +2

    Lookin healthy as hell my dude! I know you’re a car guy but you should be recording your wellness journey too you could push a lot of people to start working out.

  • @blazetieftw
    @blazetieftw 6 месяцев назад +8

    I hope that the dude that sold her gets better soon.

  • @laurenellis8217
    @laurenellis8217 6 месяцев назад +3

    I've needed Westen's energy in my life!! I love him so much!!! The car is amaaaazing!!

  • @mitchellfahy995
    @mitchellfahy995 6 месяцев назад +1

    I feel so proud to see you looking after yourself

  • @lrballistics
    @lrballistics 6 месяцев назад +1

    This video made me smile for the first time in days. Thanks for doing what you do brother

  • @theforcer1762
    @theforcer1762 6 месяцев назад +6

    I would like this car to be restored as good as it could be by your team. Giant engine (easy running in and no blowing up)

  • @TheJuicySlay
    @TheJuicySlay 6 месяцев назад +4

    Love hearing you’ve lost so much weight Weston. We love you and care about you. Keep up the great work

  • @compressorhead02
    @compressorhead02 6 месяцев назад +1

    I am so glad you are working on health i was literally thinking about how you are looking slimmer before the ad read, i am glad i was right. we are all proud of you and how for you have come keep kickin ass westen you bring so much joy to so many people and i can probably speak for everyone when i say thank you for all the amazing content RUclips wouldn't be the same without you!

  • @longlowdog
    @longlowdog 6 месяцев назад +1

    Westen the weight loss is noticeable. You are doing great. +1 for taking the man who sold the car for a ride. Regards from Scotland.

  • @chrisblore6385
    @chrisblore6385 6 месяцев назад +5

    Glad to hear your taking care of yourself and taking care of the weight. You will be so glad you did…

  • @mikestrickland6290
    @mikestrickland6290 6 месяцев назад +9

    Hell yeah Westin! Long time subscriber this channel has grown so much, Keep up the great work!

  • @hulksta3223
    @hulksta3223 6 месяцев назад +1

    I'm proud of you for the effort in weight loss brutha 👍🏼

  • @Wyatthorsman1957
    @Wyatthorsman1957 5 месяцев назад

    That’s old school way ,I’m 67 years old ,yo certainly put a smile on my face ,NB Canada 🇨🇦,love how you can do so much with so little .Keep on keeping on .👍🏻👍🏻

  • @casualgamerclips
    @casualgamerclips 6 месяцев назад +3

    Westin the only channel I will genuinely watch every video the moment its uploaded. Keep it up man super great stuff!

  • @creightondixon3352
    @creightondixon3352 6 месяцев назад +4

    so glad to hear your taking health serious can’t wait to see the journey!

  • @BruceLeroy1999
    @BruceLeroy1999 6 месяцев назад +4

    Congratulations on your weight loss Westin! I’m currently on the same journey(down 40 so far) and it’s rewarding and incredible how much better life is😂

    • @fenzxyi
      @fenzxyi 6 месяцев назад

      How did you do it. I need to lose a few and don’t know where to start

    • @BruceLeroy1999
      @BruceLeroy1999 6 месяцев назад

      @@fenzxyi I started with this program called Herbalife. It’s basically a protein and meal replacement shake. I would do a shake in the morning for breakfast, have a 500 calorie or less lunch and then another shake for dinner. Also do 1 hour of exercise a day. I was 320 when I started. I’m down to 278 rn and I’ve only been doing it since May. You can do it💪🏻just be consistent

  • @ghostxcarry5284
    @ghostxcarry5284 6 месяцев назад +1

    Can we appreciate how good Westen looks, good for you man. Keep up the good work!

  • @paytonemmons4952
    @paytonemmons4952 6 месяцев назад +5

    Love seeing and hearing you getting healthy Weston! Keep it up bro!

  • @RealKaelyn
    @RealKaelyn 6 месяцев назад +8

    Love your videos Westen and crew! I'm happy to be a decently long subscriber!

  • @captaininsano2777
    @captaininsano2777 6 месяцев назад +1

    Congrats on the weightloss brother. Was at 305, down to 195. Kick ass n get it done! Love the Charger

  • @user-lm3xs2qr6q
    @user-lm3xs2qr6q 6 месяцев назад +1

    We love you, Weston. And need more of you.

  • @joshuameyers3464
    @joshuameyers3464 6 месяцев назад +12

    you better promise to show him the charger after it's done

  • @CarswithNash
    @CarswithNash 6 месяцев назад +4

    Can't wait to see the rebuild process on this one.👍

  • @YeakZa
    @YeakZa 6 месяцев назад

    This video really brings me so much joy.

  • @Siege..
    @Siege.. 6 месяцев назад +2

    Looking really good Weston! Happy for your weight loss journey man! Love to see it!

  • @otis5757
    @otis5757 6 месяцев назад +5

    great video man! your videos are always as great to watch
    what engine is going into this one?

  • @CanadianOffroad4x4
    @CanadianOffroad4x4 6 месяцев назад +14

    Focus on that health Westen! Keep bringing the entertainment buddy! Keep it rowdy!

  • @diontrezblanchard7157
    @diontrezblanchard7157 6 месяцев назад +1

    you guys are my favorite car youtube channel so many fun and cool ideas you guys come up with and its so amazing to see cars like this

  • @zacherysaldivar4231
    @zacherysaldivar4231 6 месяцев назад +1

    Love the content and I love that you’re taking your health seriously. Keep it up buck🤘🏽

  • @sacredbeast24420
    @sacredbeast24420 6 месяцев назад +2

    Make the loudest car of all time

  • @mega9071
    @mega9071 6 месяцев назад +2812

    I did not like my own comment

  • @williampugh6951
    @williampugh6951 6 месяцев назад +1

    Literally my most favourite car in the world … even when one looks like this one lol what a beautiful project! Good luck guys can’t wait to see the finished beast ❤

  • @isaakwinkle5305
    @isaakwinkle5305 6 месяцев назад

    Please bring this thing to life Westen it wants to LIVE and you are clearly the most qualified man for the job

  • @Thatghostcivic
    @Thatghostcivic 6 месяцев назад +5

    I did like my own comment

  • @CormacHolland
    @CormacHolland 4 месяца назад

    Westin, so glad to hear you taking your health more seriously. Good luck on your journey.

  • @Mike-kr5dn
    @Mike-kr5dn 5 месяцев назад +1

    Oh my god the owner is such a gem. Make sure to give him a ride once you are done.

  • @micahlyssy3663
    @micahlyssy3663 29 дней назад

    Love to see these restorations like we used to in the start!

  • @a2r7n6
    @a2r7n6 4 месяца назад

    Love the Charger! Glad you got her running! Thanks for sharing.

  • @koltontodoschuk1919
    @koltontodoschuk1919 24 дня назад

    Love the restoration

  • @garethbarnes3680
    @garethbarnes3680 2 месяца назад

    First of your videos I've seen....I subscribed very quickly, love the content

  • @philheese1728
    @philheese1728 6 месяцев назад

    OMG! You’re still crazy!! I can’t believe it drove off the trailer! I love it!

  • @blue69422
    @blue69422 6 месяцев назад

    Glad to see that you're caring about youreself now !!

  • @JoshFam
    @JoshFam 6 месяцев назад +1

    Love this!! Can’t wait to see it restored!!
    When you do you need to go back to the owner and take him for a ride!

  • @ioletsgoflare4857
    @ioletsgoflare4857 6 месяцев назад

    Just finished army basic and this was the first RUclips channel I came to check out

  • @abdulazim2210
    @abdulazim2210 6 месяцев назад

    Brooo these guy r straight up legends 🔥🔥

  • @codykinney7590
    @codykinney7590 5 месяцев назад

    I watched every episode growing up! I own every season on dvd! I love that show! My cousin and i grew up as brothers and watched everyday just about. It is our dream to find one and restore it!

  • @Oceanus_Rex
    @Oceanus_Rex 6 месяцев назад +1

    Not gonna lie, I was so glad that Westin didn't try to drive it straight away on a ridiculous road trip it wasn't ready for. Now granted, the ol' girl is in too rough a shape for him to have even attempted, but the fact that he did not even try and planned to trailer it makes me happy. You said it best Westin, she wants to live. I can't wait to see you fellas bring her back to life!

  • @jubz2163
    @jubz2163 6 месяцев назад

    Looking good Weston! Weight loss is noticeable im proud of you

  • @JohnnysRustedNBusted
    @JohnnysRustedNBusted 6 месяцев назад

    Westen. Your videos Kick Ass ! You motivate me bro !

  • @gufthezombie1328
    @gufthezombie1328 4 месяца назад

    You guys are so lucky to have cars like this. They look good, they sound good, they eat too much, but they are masterpieces. Dodge Charger is a legend, such a beautiful car

  • @64bzkbfan
    @64bzkbfan 6 месяцев назад +1

    Always joyful and wacky videos from Westen… and we wouldn’t want it any other way!

  • @mr12valve59
    @mr12valve59 6 месяцев назад

    Gal dang weston goodjob on the weight loss can really see the diference from the first clip to the second, props to you my man

  • @LooPx96
    @LooPx96 4 месяца назад

    I love when I go to the south , people always have funny comebacks and sayings 😂🤣 lovely people .

  • @ZaGMagic
    @ZaGMagic 6 месяцев назад

    Proud of you brother 76lbs down is huge ! Keep it up man

  • @Agupwest
    @Agupwest 6 месяцев назад +1

    I think you should turn it into what he wanted then surprise him with it finished. That would be awesome because he seems like a great guy.

  • @booh5286
    @booh5286 6 месяцев назад +1

    Congrats on the weight loss man definitely see it! Hell of a car!

  • @user-vp8jn1so6v
    @user-vp8jn1so6v 6 месяцев назад

    i really love dodge and well that sitting out broke my heart but thanks westen for restoring the break

  • @davidcollins2085
    @davidcollins2085 6 месяцев назад +1

    Glad your taking care of your health. Keep it up man

  • @koltontodoschuk1919
    @koltontodoschuk1919 24 дня назад

    Love the videos , Cboys, great content

  • @austinwiebe1554
    @austinwiebe1554 6 месяцев назад +2

    Awesome video weston. Can't wait to see what happens next with the charger

  • @austiny6390
    @austiny6390 6 месяцев назад

    Westen you’re looking great man! Keep up the great work!