Fixing Up An Old Chevy C10
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 มิ.ย. 2024
- Turn on the subtitles if you want more information on what I'm doing throughout the video
I just recently drove this 1978 Chevy C10 from Idaho to my home in Minnesota. It made the trip almost flawlessly, but it needs some tidying up and general maintenance. This thing looks like a pooch on the outside, but it's 100% solid underneath and the drivetrain is plenty healthy, it sure deserves the overdue work. You gotta love a beat up classic that's ready to drive anywhere. And as always, I didn't get done as much as I wanted, so there may be more content on this truck.
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:10 - Cleaning up my exhaust work
05:57 - Disassembly to replace the valve seals
09:40 - Replacing the valve seals
14:33 - Reassembly and final valve adjustment
20:14 - Fixing a transmission leak (filter change and pan gasket)
26:55 - Adjusting the door hardware so that it'll shut nicely
28:58 - Sledgehammer body work
35:53 - Beginning some clean-up
38:09 - repairs to the dash cluster face (making a radio delete plate & plastic repair)
42:17 - Reattaching the blower fan switch (more plastic repair)
45:21 - Cleaning up the interior
51:00 - Pressure washing
54:47 - Quick hand wash and some buffing/waxing
55:58 - Busted neutral safety switch (cleaning and repairing a burnt contact)
58:12 - And now it won't start, troubleshooting no fuel flow
1:02:48 - Outro
1:03:45 - Cat - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
There is something therapeutic about being alone and wrenching on an old car in peace. Your videos capture that feeling perfectly
Thank you very much.
Wow haha! I insta-subbed after reading your comment
Absolutely TRUE! 💯
Sometimes bro. When it’s hot asf. You end up just being pissed off at everything
I agree
No obnoxiously loud, extrovert and phony TH-cam persona (there's too many of those already).
No music.
Great photography/camerawork.
10 out of 10, seriously. In this age of noise, hysteria and hyperbole this feels like a warm shower.
Cheers Simon.
Much appreciated!
That was quite a poem, and true!
@@SimonFordman You could put in even more subtitles explaining in more detail what you're doing or the thought processes you had.
This is the "Primitive Technology"-channel of old car repairs. Love it!
An old school mechanic’s hand and a photographer’s eye! Well done!!
Thank you for working on dirty old rusty pickup trucks.
Thank you for not working on spotless, completely rust-free, jacked-up pickup trucks.
Thank you for working on regular old trucks that we would work on.
Thank you for not working on trucks and using custom replacement parts/performance parts that cost an arm and a leg.
Thank you for using regular ole tools that we all have in our shops/garages.
Thank you for not using the latest flashiest tool that would be used a few times and set away....oh, and would cost the second arm and leg.
Thank you for letting me listen to nature, truck engines, tire on gravel,asphalt, tools clanging, etc., as I watch the video.
Thank you for not blabbing on uselessly throughout the video!
Your work in creating these videos is very much appreciated.
Thanks for saying that. Sometimes I worry that people may be against my content for all those same reasons - working on rusted stuff, using old tools, not spending enough on parts, etc.
@@SimonFordmanNo, keep it up. You’re doing great work. You’re making authentic content that people want. Everything he said was on point.
If you stick with this kind of content delivered in the same manner, then I’m confident in saying that you’re on the verge of explosive growth. You’ll have a first mover advantage of having a more established channel that focuses on the older stuff, and more of the young people will be turning to TH-cam because all of the old heads are dying, or the forums that kept their wisdom are erased from the internet.
A lot of folks are getting real fed up with the new cars, so There’s a lot of people seeing the real value in being able to keep and fix the old iron rather than buying new. Even the younger generations are seeing it. The more I see these old trucks around, the more I see it’s the young kids that appear to be scooping these old trucks more and more. They’re the ones driving, at least.
You absolutely took the thoughts out of my head with this ! Very well said!
I just picked up a 79/80 scottsdale. As barebones as they get. Heat and defrost. Armstrong air conditioning. It's like watching a tutorial on how to actually fix a part opposed to replacing it, should the need arise. Love your videos, even closing them with a therapy cat.
Got a smile when he flipped the lid on the air cleaner. That is what my buddies and I did to our cars back the 1970's to sound cooler. Great video.
We did it in the mid 80's too!
Ran my 72 Buick electra 455 for a little while troubleshooting with no air cleaner, God what a sound when that secondary opens up lol
Being a teenager in small town America in the 70s, if you didn't know how to do your own brakes, time your own motor, adjust your own choke so your junk would start when it was 20 below, and get around in the snow in a 2-wheel drive truck......well, you just walked a lot. What you're doing on your channel makes this old motorhead smile. Great content and amazing video quality. Thanks for what you do.
what would the chord in the spark plug hole is for??? when he is changing the rubber cushions on the valves springs
@@quetshupfait’s to prevent the valves from dropping into the cylinders while replacing the valve seals
@@madddvillain ohh!! nice! thanks
Hell yeah man
So good to hear real audio, no overbearing repetitive music, and content, lots of it, all real and well thought out.
Been an old school mechanic for years but every time I watch Simon I still learn something new.
Great job, no noises, no music, just you and your qualified work. At the end, the cat blew my heart up!!! From Argentina 🇦🇷 congrats
The best thing about it is that the entire clip is without musical effects On the full nature of the sounds
who says the youngers does not care to the old ones ? Well done, Simon
man, i just discovered this channel..honestly, I think is one of the best production nowdays in term of photography, edition, and of course the guy knows well what is he doing..I just watched almost every of video of his channel last weeked,,,cool guy, cool videos..and of course nice old trucks...well done man, cheers from Chile (country...)
Pienso igual, sin hablar, ubicando la cámara en lugares distintos a lo normal, editando espectacular, etc, mejor que muchas películas y cero presupuesto
Best auto repair, road rescue ,real world video on Internet. No bullshit talking or stareing into camera with commentary. No banter with wives trying to get their 15 minutes of fame. No putting undo stress on older cars by doing burnouts and giving parts stupid names like "sparkolaters" No bs promotion of parts suppliers or " buddying up" with arrogant, self promoting you tube car shows. This guy is old school real deal. He seems young for all his talent. Please don't change or be drawn in by the promotional machine that has ruined all these type videos. Also real men have cats. I like his kitty petting at the end of videos. Awesome videos. 3:34
Who doesnt want an old pickup to tinker with after watching this? 🙂👍
This video brought so much nostalgia to me from when I was a kid, when I was young everyone had trucks like this, now around here all everyone drives are new trucks, so seeing these old chevys, ford's, and dodges is a rarity. I'm glad there are people keeping them around
Finally someone who knows…does not talk to tell the obvious…and fixes almost everything…very satisfying watching your videos…cheers
Bro has it figured out! He focuses the Camara on the task at hand instead of himself. New Subscriber! Awesome content! 😁👍👍
A man who loves trucks and cats has my approval!
That's a guy who really (fix) cars..not just replace old parts with new ones 👏👏👏👏
I spend all day in an office and when I get home, I rarely get to tinker with anything. Pretty much household chores, making dinner, bills, etc.
I wish I had time to wrench on things, but life gets in the way. At least I can appreciate your talents.
The mechanical/fab skills here go without saying but I really appreciate the amount of
camera work and editing in these videos. Trust me, there's a LOT. And it works perfectly,
no words are needed, the videos capture you and hold you and they flow very nicely, although
the subtitles are a nice touch for emphasis or clarity at certain points, well done there also.
Thank you for sharing your work!
Thank you very much!
A relaxing voyage into the world of auto maintenance.
Really love your videos no talking and jabbering or sponsers just work 👍🏿
I found this channel by accident but am happy to be one of the early subscribers. I really enjoy these videos, I follow several automotive and will it run type channels and this one is unique from the others in a great way. I'm not so old but I do respect the younger generation learning solid mechanical and fabrication skills, what was often taught in schools or handed down by parents and grandparents isn't so common anymore. Taking a stab at the jukebox was honorable too, my dad had a Seeburg just like it. He was a career photographer and I picked it up as a hobby, he actually traded free lance photo work for the jukebox. In that vain, I love the artistic side to the videos which adds to their quality beyond just the mechanical elements. I can truly appreciate the massive time and effort it must take to set up each of these shots and edit them together. Even the weather is cool. You definitely have dedication and the eye for some cool shots and angles, I would watch this channel any day over modern TV. Keep it up man.
This channel has that old school gritty, real but humble silence, best to you young sir.
I daily a 84 C10, so I appreciate the amount of work keeping one on the road takes. Nice work and glad to see another Chevy getting some love.
Howdy I'm a new subscriber from Texas and I enjoy your videos very much. I think it appeals to the average people who like to tinker with older trucks and aren't looking to dump 50k and making a expensive grocery getter and that's if they drive it. I personally like tinkering with my old truck and driving it every day without issues. Thanks again for making no nonsense videos.
Became a huge fan of your videos and work from Istanbul, Turkey. You videos are truly meditative and educational.
Can't wait to see your Road Trip after your repairings. Huge respect and willing you good luck!
Makes me miss my '83. Sold it 20 years ago. Bet it'd be worth a mint now, it was in pretty good shape. Looked brand new.
I learn so many tips and tricks from your videos
Thanks for giving the ol' girl a little tlc and keeping her on the road.
I was a teen in the 70s, you sir are one of us ! Oh by the way, I was a millwright for 35 years, I would have worked with you any and every day. Best show on the you tube.
Thank you very much for posting this. I watched it last night and it's exactly what I needed after an exhausting day at work.
DUDEZILLA! You give this almost 51 year old HOPE for the future!!!
We used to have those types of dents on our farms truck where the cows 🐄 would come up and scratch their sides when we were feeding them 😅😂😊😅
Brilliant JOB, greatings from POLAND👍👍
Great work. Very educational, even more with the subtitles. Thanks
Love the flipped-upside-down air filter.
I got my 93 Chevy Silverado rocking the same thing lol
You’re absolutely talented! You’re bringing the essence of hobby to light. Amazing content! This is truly what it’s all about!
Labour of love, very few would venture to buy these old vehicles and then take care of them, keep going, if I was in the United States I would buy one of these trucks from you :) at a premium
This guy is top notch with his production. Perfect shots while wrenching and high quality video and audio.
That was Golden era of automotive.. such a beautiful things.. great channel
This is therapy. Thanks Simon.
Great video. Love the old chevy. Thank for making my saturday morning better
So happy I clicked on your video! Great filming and very peaceful to watch. Thank you!
I can't say it enough, thoroughly enjoy watching these videos, please keep them coming.
Iron remover, clay bar, cut & polish, and maybe some linseed oil coating that paint will really shine! Love seeing these saved.
Camerawork is amazing. Old school - is cool. Cat is awesome )
Awesome as usual sir! Great job
Great video Simon. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Another highly entertaining informative and relaxing video. Looking forward to what you put out this summer
Fantastic video , so satisfying when problems are solved and things repaired …
You make me remember when bought my first car and all those troubles that brings an old car like this, you are a awesome film maker...
You’re videos are so good. No bs in them.
I hope you keep making them, I’m sure your subscriber number will grow like crazy
Me encantan sus videos
Los veo todos completos
Saludos desde ciudad de México
Wow! Nicely done with all those jobs. You are truly an ARTIST
I’ve waited all day to watch this. Real excited for this truck’s part 2
It's very atmospheric!🔥
It has its battle scars!! Just a good old truck that needed some love!!
Moar! I have an '83 C/20, and not only was this entertaining, but you showed me how to fix several of my issues.
Great troubleshooting Simon 😺
Beautiful work once again.
I really like the content, I would really like more from this channel. Keep them coming and I'll share them too.
Great content! Love your uploads
Excelent Videos Simon!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Chapeau!!!!!!!!!!!!!
THANK YOU FOR THE RIDE ALONG ❤
Enjoyed the body repair with the hammer....
This is the most amazing car stuff I've ever come across on TH-cam, lovin every bit of it
Alright, some OG TH-cam stuff. You got my Sub that's for sure.
Great shots, you've got a great eye for composition and photography.
Great videos can’t wait to see more
Another great video.
Impressive, this is the second of your videos. I’m really enjoying them.
This is gold! Old school rules!🔥
Maybe he grew up around a repair shop. Really inspirational mechanic work. Very artistic eye for camera shots. Just impressive. I hope this channel gets a lot of traction. I appreciate the effort.
Very nice and informative video.
Great watch. Thanks.
Wake up babe, new SimonFordman video dropped
Your filming talent and editing skills are very impressive and enjoyable. Thank you very much for the effort you put in.
I bought a Chevy C10, new off the lot in 1980 for $3750, six, with 3 on the tree, drove it for 6 years, then bought a new '86 Merc Grand Marquis, drove that for 11 years, best riding car I ever had.
Love this channel
Use some old licence plates to cover the bottom part of the door interiors. It looks really cool and it covers up those god awful stupid speaker holes. Awesome work!! :)
Keep going with it brother
👍
My new favorite automotive channel
The best content in a channel greetings from Mexico bro
Thank you Simon.
Well done!
Nicely done. Looks like there's more vids to come of this old workhorse.
You're a very talented man! Love your style! Excellent video Simon:-)
This is dope! Cleaning up my grandparents place and there's an 87 gmc just sitting there. Been years actually, said i can do what's i want with it too. This video is gonna be hand all im missing is some pb blaster..or a grinding disk 😂
Nice job man!
Thanks!
This is pure genius.
Make a bushing out of 1/2” pex pipe slit down one side and wrap it on those door strikers. It makes a ton of difference one square body doors shutting properly.
Love your channel
Another great video. Our cat would wrap all his claws around your hand and bite if you rubbed his tummy! 😂 🇬🇧
best ch on TH-cam damn brother awesome content
Great camera work, and im a squarebody man too. Really enjoyed your video.
Excelentes tus videos Simon! tenes seguidores en Cordoba Argentina!
Sledgehammer body work.. Heard for the first time :D