You’re the most slept on channel in the automotive TH-cam niche. No annoying and overplayed cornball antics. You actually show what you’re doing from a POV, not just a wide shot to leave us imagining the repair. I hope your channel takes off big time.
My mom had a 57 with a 283.. My dad bought it for her on her birthday in 1962 ... I was born a month later & she had it until I was 7... My dad finally talked her into selling it by tempting her with a new 69' Impala with a 327 & a 4 speed on the floor ... She always said she regretted selling it , but when I was in high school , I found a 57 the same color ... It didnt have an engine or a transmission , but in the late 70's you could buy a chevy small block for close to scrap price ... It came with a column shift , but I went to the salvage yard & bought a column . Then I found a 327 bolted to a 4 speed & put it together in my uncles garage... I drove it home & when she saw it she teared up ... I drove it to school sometimes , but mostly my mom drove it to run errands .. She even got her 1st speeding ticket in it at the age of 40...
It's refreshing to see a young guy these days who worked on getting a classic American car back on the road. The new wheels, tires and clean up made a huge difference in the Old Bow Tie's looks. A big thumbs up. 👍
The thing I've always loved about the older inline 6 engines is that (for the most part) everything is very accessible. Kudos for replacing the six with a six. Too many people seem to think an oversized V8 needs to be shoehorned into any car like this. Have to say, I kind of like the understated styling of the '56 Chev. It's not a bad design. Watching this was so much fun, I'm going to do it again once the subtitles are uploaded!
This kid stays busy thats for sure. It's pretty sad that you only get $18 for an engine for scrap. I like how he uses older tools. They are better quality by far
Great job. I can't imagine the amount of work that goes into making a video like this. And I'm talking about filming, camera set up and editing. The mechanical work I can relate to.
Man I need some of your skill set, and youth. I'm 65 this month and trying to get an 85 K10 road worthy but I'm struggling. I envy your knowledge and vigor!
Dude, you have one of the best Car Porn sites on TH-cam. This from an older dude, I so miss spending a days scrapping a crusty engine bay with a putty knife. Your excellent editing and lack of banter and pets is refreshing. Keep up the good work young man. You Rock!
I was already into what you were doing and then you rolled in the chrome reverse wheels and white walls. Absolutely spot on! And I don't know where you scored the old jerry can, but, just more magic.
Man, your work with the camera is ART. You bring out exactly what we love about old skool vehicles... the form, the function, the sheer coolness of decades past.
36:17 oh no, all the starting fluid leaked out. I think there is a rebuild fit for that. 😂 I can appreciate all the effort and time these videos must take to make. For instance the 4 second clip from ground through engine bay to the trees. 🇦🇺🤙🏼
When I was 10, my father bought a used 1956 Chevrolet 210, 4door, 6 cylinder, manual transmission in the light blue color I see on your car peeking out from underneath the repaint of darker blue. Wish I could ride in that car one more time with my father. Like many of us on your channel, many of the memories of my youth revolve around cars. Thanks for spending the time putting together a 2 hour video. It was worth the wait. Your mechanical and video skills continue to impress. Looking forward to your next show!
Based on the quality of the content, I predict 100,000 subscribers by January or February of 2025, and 1.000.000 by early to mid 2027. Stay the path, Simon Fordman, and you will go far.
Going for feature length this time Simon? As always it was a pleasure to watch. I look forward to the day TH-cam pays you well enough to quit your day job and do this full time .
@@SimonFordman I know you spend a lot of time on your videography and editing, but you should consider putting out shorter videos more often. For instance this last feature length film could have easily been a 2 parter a few days apart. And maybe do some 15 or 20 minute vids. I’m sure regular viewers like me would appreciate content a bit more often.
I really appreciate the no talking approach! I can’t stand the know it all types that think they need to explain every stupid detail! You do awesome work!!
I had a 1953 Chevrolet 4 door Bell aire with the same motor, it was a great running car, it had a bad synchronizer in the transmission and would jump out of high gear sometimes, watching you brings back the memories of that good old car
I like this channel Simon sez.. Nothing.. But he takes us all a on a journey that we each write our own narrative to. Genius... Thanks Simon.. Nice Work! Stay safe.
Turned out really nice, I like the chrome wheels with that color blue. To bad there aren't any drive end movie theaters anymore that would have been nice for you and your sweetheart to go to in that car.
The 3 rubber brake hoses need replacement asap or upgrade all new systems. Awesome your keeping the 6 cylinder 57 gmc 6 292 works great Also use marvel mystery oil in fuel helps lubricant everything and Valvoline 30 wt great oil to use awesome video thanks for posting good luck 👍
Excellent video! I grew up working on Tri-Five Chevys. You brought back a lot of memories. That paint job was probably an Earl Schieb special, "I'll paint any car any color for $99". I wanted to hug you when you didn't cut the top off of the radiator support (common back in the day) to make your job easier.
As a mater of fact, the radiator support was already cut off and re-welded when someone replaced that engine long before me, haha. I considered cutting it since it already had the scars.
2 Hours that go by too fast !.. 🤗 The idea of subtitles in videos is excellent ! 😉 Nice refreshing work. Thanks for this video, waiting feverishly for the next one. 👍 Greetings from the south-east of France. JC
Nice video of bringing a classic back to life. I done a many one from my youth until now. I'm retired now and can't afford it anymore so I love to watch these video's and reminisce . Thanks
Love the ‘56! I’ve owned two in my lifetime. I was born in 1956, so I am a huge fan of these cars. I hope to buy another one soon. Good job on all the maintenance work you did!
Hopefully those original paint matched wheels are saved or go somewhere to get fixed up. I guess I'm a square and love paint matched steel wheels. Modern wheels are so much better in every way but I love the look. Great restoration as always! These sedans are such a rarity. Everyone loves the coupes, but I don't think these are appreciated enough. Even in the condition you got it in, the car was still pretty. Thanks for cleaning this old 4-Door up!
Looks good. I thought that was a 261 since it's painted green, but no captain's bars...it's a 235 truck engine. I wish you had re-installed the generator instead of leaving it in the scrap yard. Everyone thinks the world turns on a 1-wire alternator but they look out of place. I had prepared myself that the sediment bowl was going in the garbage too but you saved it. Yes, the bronze thing is the filter and can be re-used until the end of time. The only reason they went to inline paper filters and paper air cleaners was COST. They cost less to produce and MORE for the customer to replace over and over. The gray sludge in the bottom of the pan is lead residue from the leaded gas used up until 1975. Hoped you washed it off. The headlights are pre-74, identified by the fluting in the lens.
Something with the generator/charging system wasn't functioning when I fired up the old engine. I appreciated the time save of installing the alternator over troubleshooting the generator, although it is very out of place.
Your videos are very straightforward, informative, and enjoyable! I am a fan of yours from the very start,and i want to watch anything you have to offer! I like your style and knowhow! I wish you the best!
you're an inspirational young man! Each time I watch one of your videos, I stop in the middle and go work on my car! Thank you for the variety of cars and bikes you work on and for the smart filming... comments you put on CC are very useful, keep up the good work!
Dont know how far you are going w/56 chev , but hope when you flip it , it was worth it. Old man had a 56 chev when I was a kid, he got rid of it when it burnt a valve, he regretted that, said he should of got it repaired. It was turquoise & white, good lookin car. Good luck w/yours, thanks for the watch
You delivered once again,this video is what I like. Get it done with what you've got. Keep em coming along,I share these videos with my pals all the time.
I had a '56 Chevy 210 2 door sedan back in the day. Bought it in 1969, it was my 2nd car. It also had the 235 cu in engine. A friend had me convinced to yank it out and put in a 348 cu in from a '58 Impala. Fortunately (or not) the 348 had a cracked block, so the 235 stayed in it. From this video, I see now what I might have faced if I had gone that route. Later on I might have been mechanically able, but not at 17 yrs old. This video was great! Thanks for helping me relive some memories!
Here in Brazil we have the Chevy C10 with this same engine, for us this engine is known as the Chevrolet Brazil 261, it equipped the c10 from 1966 to 1979, and has few changes compared to yours, the roar is the same. Congratulations on the video hug.
Obviously don't know the full story, but got a little misty when I saw "driving it back to it's owner". Just the thought that having this thing running, despite it's flaws, means something to someone. Nothing wrong with a flip, but cool to think there's something deeper going on; that this car is special.
This is just wonderful, so calming to watch you work. And glad you kept the matching hub caps for the owner, he might want to go back to painted steelies or find another home for them. We had a '55 two door 210 in dark green, seeing that dash board brings back such memories. Thanks, Simon!
J'adore!Très joli travail de montage et d'angle de captation, pas de musiques,pas de blabla,c'est reposant et chapeau pour le travail sur la voiture qui reste dans un etat comme on les aime😊
Simon, you are a genius! I watch on our main TV then iPad and then , rewatching again a few days or a month later, the lack of narration very much allows for a much more learning experience rather than having to visually and audibly do so which sometimes aren’t in sync with each other and mabetter suited
Loved watching this video!! Just straight up mechanical work..........no unnecessary dialogue, no annoying music. That was a fast 2 hours.....lol. But it was worth every second. Good to see content worth watching.......even more so from a fellow Minnesotan. Wish i had half the knowledge you have.......I'd be able to do my own repairs on my '66 Newport. Well done!!
So relaxing. I want an old Ford and a few tools. Thank you kindly Simon. Loads of effort in getting the shots while fixing and hours and hours of editing. Keep 'em coming.
You never cease to amaze me brother! Great job once again! Maybe I’ll bump in to ya some time, just keep an Eve out for a black hood orange body 77 c10 long box, that’s me! And the fact you were on 494 with this thing, I have a hard enough time with a semi!
This would be the type of thing I would want to do if I ever learn how to become a mechanic, since these cars do not deserve to die like that. Sins of the father, not the son.
Thanks Simon You're bringing back a lot of ģood memories.. I had a 63 1/2 Galaxie 406 four-speed..solid lifter..red on red back in 68.. Fun car.. Introduced me to every cop in town and most Sheriffs wirhin a 15 mile radius.. Also cost me my license for a year... Town cops usually cut me a break..they got parts at the yard.. Sheriffs..not so much..lol
Hey Simon, love your channel, these videos are perfect chill out material. I know it’s not really your forte, but it’d be great to see more of the stuff that’s removed and worked on deep cleaned down to the patina before reinstalling. It would really add that extra level of “satisfaction” to the videos.
I had that car, in the mid 70's, a 2-door sedan w/ the window post, and a 265 V-8, three-on-the-tree... Got it for the shop bill to rebuild the motor, [ $580.00 ]. It handled like a boat, and steered like a tank; no power steering, 15 mpg, real American Iron...
I want to congratulate you on your videos as they are very interesting from the point of view of passion for mechanics (you're really good) and because they are very well made. Greetings from Palermo, Italy
I noticed your license plate frame!!!!! Bob-Coyle Chevrolet was a dealer located downtown San Jose California from the late 40s to the early 60s. They were famously known for sponsoring Jungle Jim Liberman during his early days of drag racing. They moved to N First street San Jose Calif.near highway 101 in the 1960s. I worked there (at the parts department) in the 70s when is was Coyle-Billings then just Billings Chevrolet.
@SimonFordman you need a clone, so you can rescue all these beautiful vehicles. The new pixar cars movie should have a character named Simon Ford as Car Jesus! btw do you have a trade background or is it all self taught?
You’re the most slept on channel in the automotive TH-cam niche. No annoying and overplayed cornball antics. You actually show what you’re doing from a POV, not just a wide shot to leave us imagining the repair. I hope your channel takes off big time.
I agree it's a nice you tube channel 🛻🚙👍
Agreed!
Me too!
Thank you all!
Same here !!
Don't let the naysayers change your methods. You're one of the best TH-cam channels on this planet! Thanks for doing what you do!
I really appreciate hearing that, thank you.
A channel with international appeal, no language problems,pictures speak a thousand languages. Glad I found this channel,so relaxing
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Согласен!
My mom had a 57 with a 283..
My dad bought it for her on her birthday in 1962 ...
I was born a month later & she had it until I was 7...
My dad finally talked her into selling it by tempting her with a new 69' Impala with a 327 & a 4 speed on the floor ...
She always said she regretted selling it , but when I was in high school , I found a 57 the same color ...
It didnt have an engine or a transmission , but in the late 70's you could buy a chevy small block for close to scrap price ...
It came with a column shift , but I went to the salvage yard & bought a column . Then I found a 327 bolted to a 4 speed & put it together in my uncles garage...
I drove it home & when she saw it she teared up ...
I drove it to school sometimes , but mostly my mom drove it to run errands ..
She even got her 1st speeding ticket in it at the age of 40...
Those are some good memories, thank you for sharing
@@winnerscreed6767 use some CLR and a Mr CLEAN WHITE SCRUBBIE GOR THE RIST SEAL WITH SATIN. CLEAR😅😅
A video for the ages. The editing and the mechanical story-driven narrative. It's something very special to behold.
100% aree
It's refreshing to see a young guy these days who worked on getting a classic American car back on the road. The new wheels, tires and clean up made a huge difference in the Old Bow Tie's looks. A big thumbs up. 👍
I agree John
Beautiful car. It has more miles left in it than most 2024 vehicles. Thanks for the art!
Outlast humanity as long as simon is the last person looking after it
Modern vehicles get more miles put on them in 2 years than that car has had in 60 years.
It's refreshing to see a young man working on cars whose arms, hands, and fingers are not covered black-and-blue with tattoos.
A matter of opinion, I guess. Each to their own. My boy has a few tattoos and he is the kindest most considerate person.
I've always been looking for a channel like this. Pure mechanics, with old cars with soul, no talking, thank u. It’a so relaxing for me
The thing I've always loved about the older inline 6 engines is that (for the most part) everything is very accessible.
Kudos for replacing the six with a six. Too many people seem to think an oversized V8 needs to be shoehorned into any car like this.
Have to say, I kind of like the understated styling of the '56 Chev. It's not a bad design.
Watching this was so much fun, I'm going to do it again once the subtitles are uploaded!
They're up, thank you
I agree the 56 is the unliked tri 5 but I kind of like them too.
@@blaircrocker9845any TRI five no matter how dire needs to be saved
Tell you what. When this channel blows up, I’ll be proud to say I was there from the beginning 👍🏻
This kid stays busy thats for sure. It's pretty sad that you only get $18 for an engine for scrap. I like how he uses older tools. They are better quality by far
Good step by step logic with no FLUFF. GOOD ON YA!
Great job. I can't imagine the amount of work that goes into making a video like this. And I'm talking about filming, camera set up and editing. The mechanical work I can relate to.
The Zen of SimonFordman strikes again - Great job!
The best mechanical therapy there is! Cheers from England🍺
Love the no commentary style, no filler, no fluff just a guy fixing automotive stuff
Your a true craftsman, keeping these old cars going requires attention to detail.
Man I need some of your skill set, and youth. I'm 65 this month and trying to get an 85 K10 road worthy but I'm struggling. I envy your knowledge and vigor!
Dude, you have one of the best Car Porn sites on TH-cam. This from an older dude, I so miss spending a days scrapping a crusty engine bay with a putty knife. Your excellent editing and lack of banter and pets is refreshing. Keep up the good work young man. You Rock!
SOME OF MY FRIENDS AND ME PUT UP THE VOLUME REALLY LOUD AND THEN WE DANCE TO THE SOUNDS OF YOUR VIDEOS.
Brilliant!!!!
I was already into what you were doing and then you rolled in the chrome reverse wheels and white walls. Absolutely spot on! And I don't know where you scored the old jerry can, but, just more magic.
Man, your work with the camera is ART. You bring out exactly what we love about old skool vehicles... the form, the function, the sheer coolness of decades past.
36:17 oh no, all the starting fluid leaked out. I think there is a rebuild fit for that. 😂 I can appreciate all the effort and time these videos must take to make. For instance the 4 second clip from ground through engine bay to the trees. 🇦🇺🤙🏼
When I was 10, my father bought a used 1956 Chevrolet 210, 4door, 6 cylinder, manual transmission in the light blue color I see on your car peeking out from underneath the repaint of darker blue. Wish I could ride in that car one more time with my father. Like many of us on your channel, many of the memories of my youth revolve around cars. Thanks for spending the time putting together a 2 hour video. It was worth the wait. Your mechanical and video skills continue to impress. Looking forward to your next show!
This is my new favorite channel. And as a St Thomas alum I like seeing the local scenery.
nice!
@@SimonFordmanlooks like rayco seat covers. Get some used fibreglass ceiling panels and put between rear back seat to cut down. Noise😮😮😮
Based on the quality of the content, I predict 100,000 subscribers by January or February of 2025, and 1.000.000 by early to mid 2027. Stay the path, Simon Fordman, and you will go far.
Here's hoping, thank you!
That’s a rad car! Your video style is great. Like others mentioned, no bs. Nice work man.
Going for feature length this time Simon? As always it was a pleasure to watch. I look forward to the day TH-cam pays you well enough to quit your day job and do this full time .
This is actually what I do full time currently
@@SimonFordman I know you spend a lot of time on your videography and editing, but you should consider putting out shorter videos more often. For instance this last feature length film could have easily been a 2 parter a few days apart. And maybe do some 15 or 20 minute vids. I’m sure regular viewers like me would appreciate content a bit more often.
I may consider doing a second channel type deal with shorter videos more often, as many TH-camrs do.
I really appreciate the no talking approach! I can’t stand the know it all types that think they need to explain every stupid detail! You do awesome work!!
I had a 1953 Chevrolet 4 door Bell aire with the same motor, it was a great running car, it had a bad synchronizer in the transmission and would jump out of high gear sometimes, watching you brings back the memories of that good old car
I like this channel
Simon sez..
Nothing..
But he takes us all a on a journey that we each write our own narrative to.
Genius...
Thanks Simon..
Nice Work!
Stay safe.
You've done well Grasshopper! I really like your style and approach to these Gearhead videos. Thanks for the entertainment.
Turned out really nice, I like the chrome wheels with that color blue. To bad there aren't any drive end movie theaters anymore that would have been nice for you and your sweetheart to go to in that car.
Simon Chevyman never disappoints 😎
Top tier work, Simon! I have a '55 two-door wagon haha
Wagons are the coolest
@@SimonFordmanlook you got a cat. A lick it. Converter
Good job. You make that look easy like a MLB center fielder makes a fly ball out look easy.
Why doesn't this channel have millions of subscribers? This man uploads good videos!
The 3 rubber brake hoses need replacement asap or upgrade all new systems. Awesome your keeping the 6 cylinder 57 gmc 6 292 works great
Also use marvel mystery oil in fuel helps lubricant everything and Valvoline 30 wt great oil to use awesome video thanks for posting good luck 👍
I took care of the entire brake system in a previous video I made on this car. Thanks for watching
ohh my ! 1h.57mins of pure joy
Excellent video! I grew up working on Tri-Five Chevys. You brought back a lot of memories. That paint job was probably an Earl Schieb special, "I'll paint any car any color for $99". I wanted to hug you when you didn't cut the top off of the radiator support (common back in the day) to make your job easier.
As a mater of fact, the radiator support was already cut off and re-welded when someone replaced that engine long before me, haha. I considered cutting it since it already had the scars.
2 Hours that go by too fast !.. 🤗
The idea of subtitles in videos is excellent ! 😉
Nice refreshing work.
Thanks for this video, waiting feverishly for the next one. 👍
Greetings from the south-east of France.
JC
Greetings! thanks for watching
Nice video of bringing a classic back to life. I done a many one from my youth until now. I'm retired now and can't afford it anymore so I love to watch these video's and reminisce . Thanks
You are the new hero! May the Triforce bless you.
Oh yeah! Greta is gonna be pissed! How dare you.
Simon, I started watching this thinking there is no way I would watch a 2 hour video. Couldn’t tear myself away. I love watching you fix things.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Love the ‘56! I’ve owned two in my lifetime. I was born in 1956, so I am a huge fan of these cars. I hope to buy another one soon. Good job on all the maintenance work you did!
Love the editing and the sounds. No talking working on a car alone in desolate places. Very relaxing. Amazing work
Hopefully those original paint matched wheels are saved or go somewhere to get fixed up. I guess I'm a square and love paint matched steel wheels. Modern wheels are so much better in every way but I love the look.
Great restoration as always! These sedans are such a rarity. Everyone loves the coupes, but I don't think these are appreciated enough. Even in the condition you got it in, the car was still pretty.
Thanks for cleaning this old 4-Door up!
Yea I prefer the painted steelies too. Those chrome ones just came with the used engine, so they got tossed on for now.
@@SimonFordmanyou should leave them on makes the car look so much better
This was more than perfect, I love the long form video style especially. My favorite YT channel find of '24.
Looks good. I thought that was a 261 since it's painted green, but no captain's bars...it's a 235 truck engine. I wish you had re-installed the generator instead of leaving it in the scrap yard. Everyone thinks the world turns on a 1-wire alternator but they look out of place. I had prepared myself that the sediment bowl was going in the garbage too but you saved it. Yes, the bronze thing is the filter and can be re-used until the end of time. The only reason they went to inline paper filters and paper air cleaners was COST. They cost less to produce and MORE for the customer to replace over and over. The gray sludge in the bottom of the pan is lead residue from the leaded gas used up until 1975. Hoped you washed it off. The headlights are pre-74, identified by the fluting in the lens.
Something with the generator/charging system wasn't functioning when I fired up the old engine. I appreciated the time save of installing the alternator over troubleshooting the generator, although it is very out of place.
It would be a dream of mine to own a mid centry car. Such a amazing time of design.
I can tell you put a bunch of work into this video (and the car)... bravo!
Your videos are very straightforward, informative, and enjoyable! I am a fan of yours from the very start,and i want to watch anything you have to offer! I like your style and knowhow! I wish you the best!
you're an inspirational young man! Each time I watch one of your videos, I stop in the middle and go work on my car! Thank you for the variety of cars and bikes you work on and for the smart filming... comments you put on CC are very useful, keep up the good work!
The amount of camera changes, post production cuts editing, such an amazing job man.
Love this car. Thanks for this video. Thanks for some nostalgia, as I remember these cars when they were new.
Dont know how far you are going w/56 chev , but hope when you flip it , it was worth it. Old man had a 56 chev when I was a kid, he got rid of it when it burnt a valve, he regretted that, said he should of got it repaired. It was turquoise & white, good lookin car. Good luck w/yours, thanks for the watch
The car isn't mine, It belongs to someone who's had it in his family for the car's entire life, I believe.
Полный восторг🙏🙏🙏
Обожаю живые авто - авто с душой!
Good Saturday movie
I am only half way through this episode and so satisfied I stopped to comment. The rolling wheel got me. Keep pumping out the content.
You delivered once again,this video is what I like. Get it done with what you've got. Keep em coming along,I share these videos with my pals all the time.
Brilliant Simon really enjoyed seeing this 56 get back on the road the chrome steelies and whitewalls are perfect.
thanks for watching
Dood be makin moovies every 2 weeks.. Dis da best Utube auto channel I seen
I had a '56 Chevy 210 2 door sedan back in the day. Bought it in 1969, it was my 2nd car. It also had the 235 cu in engine. A friend had me convinced to yank it out and put in a 348 cu in from a '58 Impala. Fortunately (or not) the 348 had a cracked block, so the 235 stayed in it. From this video, I see now what I might have faced if I had gone that route. Later on I might have been mechanically able, but not at 17 yrs old. This video was great! Thanks for helping me relive some memories!
Didn't show enough of whole car..at the end ,thanks great besides that...😊
what a great bloke you are putting another classic back on the road love chevy great channel awesome job very well done
That shot at 1:54:55 is framed beautifully. It would go good on a greeting card or in a calendar.
Here in Brazil we have the Chevy C10 with this same engine, for us this engine is known as the Chevrolet Brazil 261, it equipped the c10 from 1966 to 1979, and has few changes compared to yours, the roar is the same. Congratulations on the video hug.
Obviously don't know the full story, but got a little misty when I saw "driving it back to it's owner". Just the thought that having this thing running, despite it's flaws, means something to someone. Nothing wrong with a flip, but cool to think there's something deeper going on; that this car is special.
Thanks for the video Simon. It made my day to see your upload posted..
Thanks!
Family had one of these beasts when I was a kid. Smelled like a musty old suit case. Grreat memories.
Gotta say I thoroughly enjoyed watching this....I love the way you let the actual car tell the story. Thank you
This is just wonderful, so calming to watch you work. And glad you kept the matching hub caps for the owner, he might want to go back to painted steelies or find another home for them. We had a '55 two door 210 in dark green, seeing that dash board brings back such memories. Thanks, Simon!
That car was born same year as me. I think the years have been kinder to me!! Thanks for a great video.
Man you a dam good mechanic, keep up the silent videos and the professional wrenching…👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
First time viewer. Great production without all the superfluous dialogue. Excellent video production. Well done👏👏👏
J'adore!Très joli travail de montage et d'angle de captation, pas de musiques,pas de blabla,c'est reposant et chapeau pour le travail sur la voiture qui reste dans un etat comme on les aime😊
Simon, you are a genius! I watch on our main TV then iPad and then , rewatching again a few days or a month later, the lack of narration very much allows for a much more learning experience rather than having to visually and audibly do so which sometimes aren’t in sync with each other and mabetter suited
Loved watching this video!! Just straight up mechanical work..........no unnecessary dialogue, no annoying music. That was a fast 2 hours.....lol. But it was worth every second. Good to see content worth watching.......even more so from a fellow Minnesotan. Wish i had half the knowledge you have.......I'd be able to do my own repairs on my '66 Newport. Well done!!
So relaxing. I want an old Ford and a few tools. Thank you kindly Simon. Loads of effort in getting the shots while fixing and hours and hours of editing. Keep 'em coming.
The dependable and traditional inline six; we have many of those still running well in Brazil
You never cease to amaze me brother! Great job once again! Maybe I’ll bump in to ya some time, just keep an Eve out for a black hood orange body 77 c10 long box, that’s me!
And the fact you were on 494 with this thing, I have a hard enough time with a semi!
I'l keep my eye out!
This Is was a great episode. Greetings from Argentina.
This would be the type of thing I would want to do if I ever learn how to become a mechanic, since these cars do not deserve to die like that. Sins of the father, not the son.
Questa macchina è indistruttibile. Se andavi a newiork negli anni 70 ne trovavi ha migliaia per le strade. Erano i classici taxi newyorchese.
very good show reminded of me wen i got my 1st car in 67 im 74 now and im doin the same thing Keep on Truckin. 😎👍
Thanks Simon
You're bringing back a lot of ģood memories..
I had a 63 1/2 Galaxie 406 four-speed..solid lifter..red on red back in 68..
Fun car..
Introduced me to every cop in town and most Sheriffs wirhin a 15 mile radius..
Also cost me my license for a year...
Town cops usually cut me a break..they got parts at the yard..
Sheriffs..not so much..lol
haha, very cool
Hey Simon, love your channel, these videos are perfect chill out material. I know it’s not really your forte, but it’d be great to see more of the stuff that’s removed and worked on deep cleaned down to the patina before reinstalling. It would really add that extra level of “satisfaction” to the videos.
Das sind noch robuste Konstruktionen. Fantastisch 👍🏻 Solche Fahrzeuge würde ich gerne mehr auf den Strassen sehen.
That was a great video Simon, nicely done(both filming and mechanical).
Thanks!
Nice work. Not only breathing new life into an old car but also the video work as well. Keep up the great work - very inspiring!
wow. . .your like a 1 man hitman taking that transmission and engine out
I had that car, in the mid 70's, a 2-door sedan w/ the window post, and a 265 V-8, three-on-the-tree... Got it for the shop bill to rebuild the motor, [ $580.00 ]. It handled like a boat, and steered like a tank; no power steering, 15 mpg, real American Iron...
I want to congratulate you on your videos as they are very interesting from the point of view of passion for mechanics (you're really good) and because they are very well made. Greetings from Palermo, Italy
I noticed your license plate frame!!!!! Bob-Coyle Chevrolet was a dealer located downtown San Jose California from the late 40s to the early 60s. They were famously known for sponsoring Jungle Jim Liberman during his early days of drag racing. They moved to N First street San Jose Calif.near highway 101 in the 1960s. I worked there (at the parts department) in the 70s when is was Coyle-Billings then just Billings Chevrolet.
very cool!
@@SimonFordman If you would ever be interested in selling the frame I would buy it. Thanks
Adding my voice to the choir. Another stellar video for a stellar channel. Thanks. Keep up the good work!
Thanks!
Great and thorough job, as always!Thanks for bringing us this awesome video! Can’t wait for the next one, already 😁
The way you make your videos is just incredible! Really like your channel!
Best video yet. Loved the pick up truck daily too. Can't wait till you get your hands on a challenger or mustang that needs some TLC ❤
There was a 68 mercury cougar for sale over here a day ago, I really wanted it but it slipped away.
@SimonFordman you need a clone, so you can rescue all these beautiful vehicles.
The new pixar cars movie should have a character named Simon Ford as Car Jesus!
btw do you have a trade background or is it all self taught?
Beautiful job! Some linseed oil will really help preserve the patina. I'm surprised how well the degreaser worked. Love the old California plate.
I understand that this is a repair, not a restoration but skipping the 25$ rear main seal might be a major PITA in future.
very true, from what I could tell though it did not seem to be leaking, at least not profusely.