Hot Rod Power Tour - Day 2 - Cadillac air shock repair (1,000+ miles to go!)

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  • @willmorici5765
    @willmorici5765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    THIS IS A M E R I C A! Not that crap you see in the news or in DC. This is where the spirit of America lives!

  • @farmair1380
    @farmair1380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +634

    Your boys gave my son a Hot Wheels car in Dayton. Made his day! Keep doing what you do and God Bless!

    • @reidumphrey1980
      @reidumphrey1980 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      That is so incredibly awesome.

    • @bigroy8810
      @bigroy8810 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      👌 nice!!!

    • @jasonstrout4502
      @jasonstrout4502 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      This is awesome & I was hoping to see comments about it. Thank you

    • @chadmiller7460
      @chadmiller7460 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      This is super! I need to tickel my own old ride and get it out there too. Thanks for commenting I enjoy this channels videos alot.

    • @davidwoermansr
      @davidwoermansr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      My granddaughters got 1 too thete

  • @zachtomb2728
    @zachtomb2728 3 ปีที่แล้ว +527

    I love how he has a secrurty system and then shows thousands of people on his channel how to fix it 🤣🤣 love the videos Derek!

    • @NorthCarolinaOutdoors
      @NorthCarolinaOutdoors 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      Just pocket the distributor rotor, unless they happen to be carrying that specific rotor it isn't going anywhere.

    • @floydstowe
      @floydstowe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      But he doesn't use the same lighting hose all the time

    • @floydstowe
      @floydstowe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@chuckfinley4757 no but witch plug wire did he switch

    • @quickdeuce
      @quickdeuce 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@cellpat7392 Smart would be the answer :)

    • @redlock4004
      @redlock4004 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Nobody that watches this channel would steal a fella"s car.

  • @69uremum
    @69uremum 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Your kids will probably remember all this car stuff for the rest of their lives, they are lucky to have a dad that involves them with cool stuff :)

    • @KrazyMitchAdventures
      @KrazyMitchAdventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Growing up, I was always in my pop's shop helpin him wrench on things, and now that I am in my 50's and my pop is in his 80's I wrench on his cars. I have always repaired most of my own stuff, aside from really complex things, like transmissions, or an engine rebuild, I use to do everything else.. These days a disability slows me down a bit.. Heading out right now to pull plugs, and see if I can unlock a 3.7L V6

  • @vipermuscle440
    @vipermuscle440 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Such a breath of fresh air seeing a traditional conservative family on a road trip like the days of old. Your boys impress me more and more of how well behaved they are. A testament to good parenting. Something that’s definitely missing in America today.

  • @rickey5353
    @rickey5353 3 ปีที่แล้ว +275

    I love what you and the misses are doing with the Hot Wheels hand-outs to other's children.

    • @scottludlum
      @scottludlum 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Absolutely!

    • @willb3018
      @willb3018 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      For sure! Awesome gesture.

    • @vincentgotter4669
      @vincentgotter4669 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      👍

    • @jamesknightreading
      @jamesknightreading 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm wondering if your boys are hoping you don't distribute them all. :)

    • @madmex2k
      @madmex2k 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @kevin barker It just gives them character.

  • @MrMARKKIND
    @MrMARKKIND 3 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    Jessica still laughs at your jokes! You’re blessed.

    • @anitablades6033
      @anitablades6033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      He is blessed with a beautiful family, and a gorgeous wife!!

    • @JoesGoldenGarage
      @JoesGoldenGarage 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I know right! You can tell they have great respect for one another

    • @CaneAtvse
      @CaneAtvse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@anitablades6033 truly blessed.... she's a babe and a half and that's not just cuz her looks ,don't get me wrong she's got the looks but, her helping out with the cars and everything else makes her a 10 of 10 imo Derek's a lucky fella for sure

    • @roguegorilla8981
      @roguegorilla8981 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      When people say stuff like this about someone's wife like this is just odd to me. Especially in a comment section!

    • @curbozerboomer1773
      @curbozerboomer1773 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@roguegorilla8981 Get real dude!...Beauty is beauty...she is a wife, but before even that, she is her own person, doing what she enjoys with the man of her choice...she is a "wife", but being a wife does not mean she is owned by Derek, or anyone else.

  • @yodaistheone
    @yodaistheone 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Derek and Jess...you guys are a amazing team. Seeing how you work together made me miss my wife of 36 years who I lost just over two years ago even more. Nothing beats having someone who can be just as crazy as you with you on this journey that we call life. Thank you for including people like me in your adventures, and making us feel like we are not alone and we are there with you and your beautiful family. It makes being alone a little bit more bearable in these trying times.

  • @bobbybrown1708
    @bobbybrown1708 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are paying it forward in so many ways, the hot wheels given to all those kids will be cherished for many years. BTW, I miss your blue line ring.

  • @johnb7889
    @johnb7889 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the fact that yours is a resurrection as opposed to a restoration. So cool.

  • @NoWay23548
    @NoWay23548 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    The content is just getting better and better. I’m in love with this channel.

  • @larryreagan6936
    @larryreagan6936 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Brother your wife is so supportive! I think that's great. You've got to be the happiest feller in the world. great video as always!

    • @jerrydaniel2541
      @jerrydaniel2541 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I guess try to fix the air lines or just put new ones on

  • @tomomalley2878
    @tomomalley2878 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I love these videos! Seeing Jessica and Derek handing out Matchbox cars to kids on the side of the road, and Jessica with the perfect outro! Great job, as always!!

  • @darylnicklen3685
    @darylnicklen3685 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's always good when your wife is willing to help or at least keep you company sometimes when your working. Jessica is a good woman.

  • @michaelhafey5670
    @michaelhafey5670 3 ปีที่แล้ว +286

    Seeing Jessica laugh at a guy makes my day every time because she’s a good woman and won’t put a guy down

    • @chuckthebull
      @chuckthebull 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      and hes a good guy that makes her laugh..hes a lucky dude for sure with such a gorgeous family to tool around with

    • @whatsstefon
      @whatsstefon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      They definitely struck gold with each other.

    • @BLUEYENKO
      @BLUEYENKO 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Makes me wonder if she has a sister that likes old fat guys. 😂

    • @Carguy0882
      @Carguy0882 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Losers

    • @RandomPaddy79
      @RandomPaddy79 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Carguy0882 that's right losers

  • @chevbobby1418
    @chevbobby1418 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    DEREK YOU ARE AMAZING! I posted yestarday my boy was lucky to receive some hot wheels! Here you personally handed them to him in this video! I just cant believe it! He got to meet you before I did! I'LL BE DIPPED!

    • @treverwhetzel9603
      @treverwhetzel9603 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      But I guess you have to believe it because you were looking right at it.

  • @friguy4444
    @friguy4444 3 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    What a sweet heart his wife is! I just love seeing relationships that are successful! I pray they stay that way for all of their lives.

    • @habsom1406
      @habsom1406 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Amen!!!

    • @samuelberry9152
      @samuelberry9152 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      was thinking the same thing!

    • @markstevens1729
      @markstevens1729 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Funny how I’ve never seen a video about how Derek supports her interests. I guess that would not be “success” according to most men.

    • @Shylockza
      @Shylockza 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@markstevens1729 VGL...

    • @Onewheelordeal
      @Onewheelordeal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@markstevens1729 I mean the point of this channel is cars, I'm sure she has hobbies he supports but that's not what this channel is about.
      P.S. Vice Grip Lodge

  • @getwreckednoobs
    @getwreckednoobs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +222

    This Family Road Trip is fun too watch, cant wait to see more, and Betty is Looking Beautiful!! 🦅🇺🇲🦅

    • @michaelransbottom2263
      @michaelransbottom2263 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      So is the car...lol

    • @eddieharper8665
      @eddieharper8665 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      This road trip is amazing. Y'all are the best. I am from Georgia and looking so forward to meeting y'all one day. Great to see more of Jessica and the kids. What a great Family outing. Thank you for sharing.
      Eddie

    • @slowjamcdub
      @slowjamcdub 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      💪🏻🇺🇸💪🏻🇺🇸💪🏻

  • @thagerdorn2009
    @thagerdorn2009 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    At 8:16 that is my good friend Demetrius 1972 Cutlass. That car was just finished not very long ago. Less than a month I believe. Of all the cars a guy could show in a video, it makes me smile seeing a close friends car pop up. Thank you Derek, Jessica, and the boys. You guys giving hot wheels cars to kids made my heart smile. Keep it up!

  • @jfro5867
    @jfro5867 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Derek Your channel brings joy into a world where misery and hardship is all around. You have a lovely family and are a very lucky man.

  • @Skytes190
    @Skytes190 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Man them boys are starting to grow fast! So awesome to see a guy and his family doing stuff like this on youtube.

  • @PaulyOutdoors
    @PaulyOutdoors 3 ปีที่แล้ว +152

    Seeing the little humans getting excited with those Hot Wheels just makes a guy smile! I'm sure it's nice to have Betty White's pants picked up! Her sagging must have been annoying.

    • @barnabyjones5161
      @barnabyjones5161 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      She's gangsta.

    • @darrenswails
      @darrenswails 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I mean it's natural for things to start to sag at that age 😜

  • @patriciatucker6012
    @patriciatucker6012 3 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    I'm so glad ya'll did this. We've had so much fun watching along. And we LOVE seeing Jessica!! 👋

    • @dingdong2103
      @dingdong2103 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@aliceshaw8265 Not only she's cool but to have that body after 3 kids... That's either seriously good genes, hard work or both.

    • @quickdeuce
      @quickdeuce 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yessir we do :)

    • @vincentgotter4669
      @vincentgotter4669 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I was the oldest of three boys and this brings back memories of family vacations.

    • @reidumphrey1980
      @reidumphrey1980 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      She is an awesome Mom, Wife and person. Always smiling.

  • @davemack7908
    @davemack7908 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We love having Jessica and the little humans along.

  • @Sandkei
    @Sandkei 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Giving the kiddos on the side of the road the Power Wheels is a class act! Well done :)

  • @curezilla
    @curezilla 3 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    I don't say it often, being a pretty hard-line cynic, but Derek, you're a damn good fella! We would be so much better off if more people had your attitude and mindset!
    A fella could learn a thing or three from a guy.

    • @J.R.in_WV
      @J.R.in_WV 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It’s amazing how much better off a family is when the parents love each other and stay married and raise the kids together. In the “hookup culture” of today most kids are born to a mom who doesn’t want them to know their father and probably doesn’t even know for sure which one it is himself, but if she did he would be a deadbeat who couldn’t be “tied down” by any more than a one night stand so it’s no great loss. Derek and Jessica really are the gold standard of American Families, we should all aspire to be like them.

  • @keithjackson1180
    @keithjackson1180 3 ปีที่แล้ว +237

    With the new air line for the shock-a-lators, Betty is now rated "Car Wash Safe"

    • @izzynutz2000
      @izzynutz2000 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ha haha

    • @sonny323
      @sonny323 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Should work. Probably not

    • @garys9694
      @garys9694 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @kevin barker I'm pretty sure it's already happened.

  • @markwuslich5933
    @markwuslich5933 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    A guy, his lady, and his family unit are something pretty special. Thanks for letting us come along for the ride to see what’s truly important in life.

  • @mdkzztop
    @mdkzztop 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just got back home myself! Glad to have met Jessica yesterday! Talked to her about you guys coming up to Louisville next year for the Street Rod Nationals!

  • @georgeorwell126
    @georgeorwell126 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad to see Jessica getting more comfortable in front of the camera. She is quite a bit of fun!

  • @GemmaLB
    @GemmaLB 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    It's lovely that you and your family are making friends and memories in a car that just over a year ago had been axle deep in mud for like 20 years!

    • @neilmurphy845
      @neilmurphy845 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yah those old cars are fantastic how they can sit for so long and just get up and go down the road

  • @kevingoodrich5472
    @kevingoodrich5472 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I guy popped up in a fellas video, my Betty White shirt in full effect. I love that shirt but, it now has to be retired, since it's got a fellas signature on it. It was great meeting you, made my summer. Have a safe an fun rest of the trip.

    • @centralbears3010
      @centralbears3010 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      where to get that shirt?

    • @kevingoodrich5472
      @kevingoodrich5472 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@centralbears3010 I just typed Betty White into the Amazon.

  • @sp1nrx
    @sp1nrx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    When 50 year old GM sedan sits in a swamp for 20 years and then outlasts all the disposable, overpriced vehicles from 2021.

    • @willarddunn8552
      @willarddunn8552 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They didn't skimp on quality then... Now cars are soda cans in quality..just throw away and get another that has a lot of recalls.

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Betty White seems to be holding up well on hot rod power tour that is awesome to see she running strong and making the trip fun and enjoyable for the kiddos and them rides are gorgeous wow 👌 👏😍👍@ViceGripGarage

  • @christopherroundtree4455
    @christopherroundtree4455 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very entertaining to be included in your road trip. I'm an old grandad now and this brings back memories of a 69 Cougar I bought in college years which I installed AIR SHOCKS just like those on the Betty Caddie! Which out, they tend to slowly leak out (but now u have new air lines and fittings so good luck). Your wife is terrific, and so are your kids. Really enjoying your trip!

  • @keithdavies150
    @keithdavies150 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    Handing out those cars to the kids ? PRICELESS!. You could tell by their reactions, WOW! thanks man!
    Bet it was Jessicas idea! LOL Fantastic to see tho, VGG, best da-gone content on the interwebs FOR SURE!.

  • @ronlee1949
    @ronlee1949 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It’s so nice to see your family work together. God Bless you all.

  • @elmerfudd1086
    @elmerfudd1086 3 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    A guy is just a bundle of talent. Imagine balancing the instructions on yer toe while working in total darkness due to sudden blindness caused by wife's sun lamp. Perfect.

    • @madmex2k
      @madmex2k 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      scorched retinas! and she just giggles wickedly. Priceless.

    • @Josef_R
      @Josef_R 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cracked me up how he didn't even flinch when the paper stuck to his shoe.

  • @chucker625
    @chucker625 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The coolest part is that all those kids will remember "that day that guy pulled up in a Caddy and gave me a Hot Wheels car". Who knows.... Maybe one of them will end up resurrecting a forgotten car or two someday. Really awesome. Great job Derek and Family!

  • @royhebebrand5614
    @royhebebrand5614 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Givin them younguns those Hot Wheels may seem trivial to some but it warmed my 65 yr old heart beyond description. You folks are full of love and compassion for your fellow humans('specially da lil ones)! I know that my life ....and knowledge,are much richer from you and yours.Thank you my friends,God bless you all🤗🤗🥰🥰🥰

  • @redbuick
    @redbuick 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Seeing him and his wife work on that caddy brought a tear to my eye.

  • @christianwiles9152
    @christianwiles9152 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    Safe travels! Absolutely love the content, arguably one of the best old school mechanics out there. Never half asses anything and even if he does, still better then almost any others!

    • @normenderle550
      @normenderle550 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Like the old saying goes: “I’ve got a pretty big ass, so when I half ass it you’re still getting something impressive”

    • @quickdeuce
      @quickdeuce 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Keeping in mind the name of his channel,, get it running and move along. It's what Derek does but rest assured, if he wants to make it run and look awesum,, he can do that too.

  • @holton345
    @holton345 3 ปีที่แล้ว +179

    What a fun family. My dad walked when I was almost six years old, so we never did anything like this, at all, ever. I envy your boys, there, mom and dad. Good work.

    • @royhebebrand5614
      @royhebebrand5614 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I understand you quite completely sir

    • @parlance.electricco
      @parlance.electricco 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Sorry to hear that, but I can say, and I hope I don't offend in any way - I am prone to saying the wrong things - but some of us whose dad stayed put didn't have the best of times.

    • @jacksoneverage7163
      @jacksoneverage7163 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@parlance.electricco you’re not wrong there. At times we wished he’d have left us. But we all survived and I personally made sure my kids never had to endure anything like that. God Bless !

    • @badnewsbruner
      @badnewsbruner 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I can relate, I'm glad these kids are able to have this awesome experience :)

    • @carminemurphy4836
      @carminemurphy4836 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My Dad beat the poop out of me daily, but it did make me tougher and prepared me to be able to fight when I needed to.

  • @darrenromig4561
    @darrenromig4561 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello VGG. This is Darren with Classic Chrome Coffee, just came across this video. I love it. Up there in Ohio is where I'm originally from. It is beautiful country side. I'm glad you had a good time.

  • @roybal1975
    @roybal1975 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow Derek, why can't a guy get a million subs yet?? that line was huge!!! How are you taking being a celebrity now??

  • @johnbaumgartner7731
    @johnbaumgartner7731 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Love that Mrs. Vice Grip doesn't mind helping on the shocks. Love the Vids!

  • @brokenhobbies6299
    @brokenhobbies6299 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    💪🇺🇲❤️ not goin to lie, the hotwheels for the kiddos is pretty awesome. Love the heart this family has

  • @ernestdougherty3162
    @ernestdougherty3162 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I love it when Derek does nephicide like this one right after another one every day or two every day I'll watch every video he puts out because they're great vice grip garage

  • @cheongyei
    @cheongyei 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your spark plug cable security trick is excellent!

  • @deterset
    @deterset 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank's for letting us come along.

  • @jamesrebbechi5247
    @jamesrebbechi5247 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Just love how Ol' Betty's still just working her way on down road...

    • @chuckthebull
      @chuckthebull 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Makes one wonder why it was ever just left abandoned...Hes done a great job with the old girl.

    • @mikegutsch5769
      @mikegutsch5769 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Both the car and the actress/comedian.

    • @markweyant6104
      @markweyant6104 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mikegutsch5769 a Cadillac is a Cadillac 😃

  • @melgoss64
    @melgoss64 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    Absolutely love the daily updates. I know it's a lot of work for ya but it sure is worth it to us. 1000 thumbs up!

  • @iamsue3162
    @iamsue3162 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    i am in surry community college at the moment and these videos really help with my stress from school thank you so much cant wait to build my future just like Derick has built his

  • @ThomasWilliams-ee6li
    @ThomasWilliams-ee6li 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My father's 1970 caddy always looked like it was jacked up in the back. There wasn't a mechanic around that could fix it. He loved that car.

  • @NorthernHomeGarage
    @NorthernHomeGarage 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A guy just wanted to thank another guy and Jessica for sharing your adventures with us. I know how much work it is and "BY GOLLY" you're giving us videos on a road trip?? Help me understand!! Thanks guys, love the channel!!

  • @derrickclarke1621
    @derrickclarke1621 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My wife and I love, absolutely love your channel!!! I'm in my fifties and couldn't imagine this kind of amazing 'car guy' content back when I was a kid. Awesome to see your family with you on this adventure. Please keep doing what you do. Cheers from Alberta!!!

  • @SaltyNationalist
    @SaltyNationalist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Loved the outtro with Jessica...
    She might have a touch more gumption than her feller doin these here outtros..
    🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @terisparkman9814
    @terisparkman9814 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    So great seeing the variety of vehicles! What a fun trip. Love Vice Grip Garage. 💕

  • @bigwu100
    @bigwu100 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like how your boy was cleaning and sweeping and mashing the break peddle and just being the all to man on the spot. My old job when I was his age, gleaning knowledge from my old man working on the cars ,dirt bikes ,lawn mower ,a/c unit, what ever.

  • @dieseldan9686
    @dieseldan9686 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That looks like so much fun! And Betty White being the perfect car for the trip. That’s now on my bucket list to do.

  • @danobrien3109
    @danobrien3109 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Living the dream. Three great kids, an awesome wife and all committed to each other. Who couldn’t love a woman who would climb under the car to make repairs. Three young men who help shine up the car .Thanks for dragging us along on your latest adventure.👍👍🇨🇦

  • @madmex2k
    @madmex2k 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    She said, "Well, I offered a light." He said," Yeah, then you put in my pupil." and Jessica just laughs. "I felt it in my cerebral cortex, then you turned the light on!" I seem to remember on the pre-trip Derek telling Jessica 'he would NOT yell at her for holding the light wrong.' This is only day 2. Funny stuff, I want to binge watch the future episodes NOW.

    • @Rahhhhhnman
      @Rahhhhhnman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep this really tickled me too

  • @laverdieremath
    @laverdieremath 3 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    I love that Jessica laughs at every joke, she's a good public for Derek. Congratulations fellas!

    • @nigelbaxter6525
      @nigelbaxter6525 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I laugh at every joke.🤷‍♂️🤔😀

    • @bobjohnson205
      @bobjohnson205 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Why wouldn't she? She knows which side her bread is buttered on!

  • @mikerose7865
    @mikerose7865 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Outstanding, Ol' Betty's standing proud again!!

  • @iamthecheese2737
    @iamthecheese2737 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Champaign Illinois. A guy's all time favorite TH-camr is only going to be a couple hours away and he'll be at work all day.

  • @windowcreek1798
    @windowcreek1798 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    In so proud of you and your wife for taking the boys on such a great family trip. Memories for a lifetime. Keep up the great parenting. Cheers.

  • @coreyforshey3812
    @coreyforshey3812 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I’ve been a subscriber since this channel had 5000 subscribers. I gotta say; This family road trip is by far the best , yet.

  • @hollandbuzzard1039
    @hollandbuzzard1039 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really impressed by Betty's handling. Even before you fixed the air shocks. Steering wheel was steady on a two lane road.

  • @ovedmoreno
    @ovedmoreno 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    CONGRA! MY BEST MECH TEACHER ON FAMILY FUN RIDE!!!

  • @rogersmith3960
    @rogersmith3960 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Those kids will remember that for the rest of their life. Such a nice gesture from you and your family. BTW I'm sure your proud of your family. Great stuff.

    • @Bill23799
      @Bill23799 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They boys will remember the time they went on that family road trip in the big white car.
      How cool it was sitting on that big comfy couch behind Mom and Dad all the way.

  • @conrad463
    @conrad463 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Making some fun memories as a family! Something your kids will always remember. Very cool.

  • @ezl8002
    @ezl8002 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So enjoyable watching your channel! I've crawled under so many trucks and hypo cars to work on and even welded under them and have been real lucky not to get
    rust or steel in my eyes. I learned from experience after getting metal in my eyes to wear eye protection and when you are young in your 20s you might think there
    isn't a problem like that but I learned from experience after going a eye doctor twice to have the metal removed. That also goes with using a grinder just be careful
    working under all equipment. A friend of mine who is active in Mopar Car shows found out the hard way and he was grinding metal and never wears a hat when
    welding or working on cars ran his hand through his hair and got a sliver of metal in his eye and had to have a eye doctor remove it so he learned a lesson early.
    That old Cadillac might have had the airbags in the coil springs we use to use air shocks on the Mopars but went to changing the leaf springs or lengthened
    shackles and added traction bars. You instill a wealth of information on getting the forgotten vehicles back on the road and as far as I am concerned, these old
    vehicles are far more practical than today's "cookie-cutter" cars and at least a back yard mechanic can work on them!

  • @saigawesnovember
    @saigawesnovember 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like fun! I’m particularly happy for the Cadillac, Betty White got a second chance,I’m sure she’s enjoying it.

  • @danschneider7369
    @danschneider7369 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Loving the tour and spending some time with your family. Great stuff!

  • @kodywoodward
    @kodywoodward 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    "I felt it in my cerebral cortex!" OMG had me rolling!

    • @MrDavez
      @MrDavez 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      well ya put in Right in my pupil!! lol

  • @michaellee6489
    @michaellee6489 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    i absolutely love how these events are put together...just a rolling celebration of goodnatured downhome likeminded souls, caravanning across this beautiful land we call America!!!! Wonderful!

  • @davidabbotts3733
    @davidabbotts3733 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    youve got good bringerdownability there derek,lovin your colourful quotes.

  • @robmarshall8633
    @robmarshall8633 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jessica is very calm. Amazing!

  • @MichaelJohnson-gi3qo
    @MichaelJohnson-gi3qo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    You're a good family that does wonderful things. Keeper rolling. The content just keeps getting better all the time.

  • @02GrandAmGT1989
    @02GrandAmGT1989 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I'm glad you enjoyed my home county. It's beautiful up here.sad I couldn't make it to the summit motorsports park. I live 10 miles away from there. I'll have my 1977 Lincoln Mark V up and running next year

  • @robm9772
    @robm9772 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Thanks for bringing us along every day on this trip. I'm sure it's not easy to film and edit these every day, but we do appreciate it!

  • @PSTLNC2
    @PSTLNC2 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the moment the poor guy got his retinas burned out by that huge light!! Also I was waiting for Old Betty White to do the lean to one side dance. Since the one side was missing the O-ring. But wow, it was good to go.. Love how you two work as a team.

  • @JobyOneKenobi7797
    @JobyOneKenobi7797 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My parents had a 1970 Cadillac Coupe DeVille when I was a kid. It loosely wound up being my first car. Absolutely bullet proof. My parents gave it up to Cash for Clunkers here in California circa 1993 or so. Letting them do that is the vehicle regret of my life.

  • @87jstep
    @87jstep 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love this channel, family is great, the kids are growing so fast I can’t tell which one you told to scream at a bolt…it would help it come off.

  • @flyingsparksgarage
    @flyingsparksgarage 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This week was SO AWESOME cruising together and making memories 🥰 We love you guys!!

  • @MadScientistGarage
    @MadScientistGarage 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Since I couldn't be there, this series is definitely the next best thing. Thanks for sharing all the good times with my friends I miss so much!

  • @kirkhathaway4974
    @kirkhathaway4974 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    such a sweet journey!!!!Thank you to all of your family for sharing us with the memories!!!

  • @Socrates21stCentury
    @Socrates21stCentury 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for bringing us along for the ride!

  • @markhowes5669
    @markhowes5669 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This is an amazing road trip, loving every minute of it, cannot wait for the next video, well done Derek & Jessica, love you guys

  • @12345nope12345
    @12345nope12345 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Them gas prices are crazy, I haven’t seen them that low since the summer of 93’. That’s good old California for ya

  • @russmcelreath5623
    @russmcelreath5623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    A feller hooks his peepers and says, this VGG family is a good unit...loving on Betty and Jess, great close...👍🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️

  • @chrisbaker121924
    @chrisbaker121924 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Giving away the hot wheels is such a neat idea. Really lovely and making great memories for them.

  • @Walking_Death
    @Walking_Death 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    13:58 Deadpanning that catch... comedic gold.

  • @arleyrisner204
    @arleyrisner204 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Lines for signatures everywhere you go. Thats a testament to your good work. Cudos

  • @michaelholmes4808
    @michaelholmes4808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Nice to see Jessica giving you support AND wrenching on the air suspension. Makes everything so much more enjoyable when she laughs at your character. Stay safe!

    • @purplepinekush3246
      @purplepinekush3246 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      fyi, its NOT a character.. what you are seeing is how they really are...

    • @michaelholmes4808
      @michaelholmes4808 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@purplepinekush3246 thanks.

  • @astravanmk2
    @astravanmk2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I love this! A real sense of community it’s brilliant.

  • @travissweeney788
    @travissweeney788 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just watching a guy do power tour now,love it! Sweet caddy

  • @GrinDiesel1969
    @GrinDiesel1969 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "You put the Body on the Frame?'
    "No, I put the Body on the Frame!!"
    😂🤣😂🤣

  • @barbaratodd1288
    @barbaratodd1288 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Looks like the "Hot wheels" for the kids are a success ❤️

  • @scrapdaddyservicesniagara
    @scrapdaddyservicesniagara 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    when a guy gets caught by his own security system lol!!!!!

    • @SilveradoC10
      @SilveradoC10 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I did the same thing in 2016 on my 65 Mustang. I had 3 people gather around the hood before I remembered to flip my coil cut off switch on lol She just kept a spinin over with no lightning ticking anything.