Use the old wooden baseball bat trick to clearance the tires. Roll the bat between the tire and the wheel well and roll the car forward and backward, that should give it more than enough clearance.
Works great.... just roll it slooow with sready pressure ! One of the best backyard fixes that, if done right, doesn't really damage the car ! It's better than a big cut that never looks even ! 🤔🫣
Dani, I'm an old man now, and I have to tell you this, YOU ARE THE COOLEST LADY EVER!!! Keep being a positive partner to your mate and you'll remain the luckiest girl ever!!! It was so cool seeing Dan have his arm around you while your driving, so cool and romantic!!! Man, you two are so good together and a match made in heaven for sure!!! Anyway, you two, hope you have a great weekend!!! Thanks for the video 📸.
One way to push out the rear wheelwells is the old baseball bat trick. Insert a bat between the tire and wheel well wherever it will fit, then roll the car so that the bat rolls between the tire and wheel well and pushes the wheel well outwards. :>)
OMG!...you two are just so good together! And what a freakin awesome little hotrod there! Can't wait to see more...i.e. Dani lighting up those tires! God bless!
My 62 Gasser Nova had a shackle kit to raise the rear. 389, three duce, 4 speed, 4:56 gears at 16 years old. 50 years later and seeing this sure brings back memories. Thanks Dan, I enjoyed it. Ronnie.
Hey Dan, If you can find one, look for a Vega torque converter. Behind a built small block it's a 3000-3500 stall. Might be cheaper then a B&M Converter. We use to do that back in the 70's, and it worked fine. Love your channel and videos. Take care and be safe.
A buddy of mine ran a Vega converter for years. Back then we would snag on from the junk yard for ten or twenty bucks. It would dent the beer fund though.
If you have them in Canada - you can find "normal" cut pants in Tractor Supply stores. They have room to move around built right in. Nice hotrod BTW! She loves it too!
It was a whole lotta fun watching this video, especially the last few minutes...non-stop badass driving action! Congratulations, Dan and Dani, on a great sounding and running beast of a hot rod.Absolutely ricdonculous!
16:31 Thrush welded mufflers are my preferred choice on basically any hot rod exhaust I do. I think they are the best sounding chambered muffler. They are only like $50, and last forever. I love how they sound in the higher rpms.
I like the tone of the Thrush welded serues mufflers. I have them on the Fargo, buddy put em on his chevy. Highway speed dont really hear the exhaust. Its a real hoot driving an old hot rod, lots of people enjoy seeing them on the road. My Fargo is straight axle,think im up to 12,000 km’s driving it . That front end is 70 years old!
I think i agree withyou Dan. Id remove a leaf and let the front end drop a bit and soften the ride. Nothing wrong with a streight axle. Had one in my fargo for many years and loved that old truck and how it handled.
Cool hot rod. I think I agree with you on removing one leaf. It would only lower the front. Touch but will likely help with the suspension feel so it’s not so stiff. I think if Dani does race it it will also help since on the launch if it’s too high he’ll be staring at the clouds. Looking forward to seeing you guys enjoy this hot rod.
Dan you have a HotRod Queen at your side my friend, Queen D has a smile on her face the complete trip... good job Guy's, very nice flip to a Gasser... this guy
I live in Mississippi, so when you get here,you're going to get tired of people asking you how much do you want for it. I have always wanted a 64 myself, it's a very popular car. If you find one around here they're already fixed up, I'm a mechanic, and would rather build it myself like you're doing. It's all about the build, and I'm sure you know what I'm talking about.Be safe on your trip down here.
Some guys take a steel pipe and jam it between the tire and the body and move the car As the pipe rolls with the tire ( with someone holding it) it pushes the body out!
Love your stuff guys! We're from grand forks, and my daughter walks around the house saying "DD SPEED SHOP" anytime we watch your videos. Keep up the good work guys!
I have absolutely no doubt that every kid at the bus stop talked about that car non-stop all day at school. All they know from the time they've been around are wind tunnel-designed lookalike, boring cars. I doubt that many knew that this was a gasser, but they sure knew right away that it was some kind of race car. And therefore cool beyond belief.
I love the both of you! You are fun, cool, and laid back, a great combination! I'm so excited for Dani in this ride! This Gasser is going to be so much fun and exciting for the young lady! Thanks Dan for doing this Gasser project, it's very appreciated 👍.
Nice! The Nova looks faannnntastic! What a cool car... So happy to see it coming together exactly like you envisioned it! Cheers from the junkyard, guys...
Totally impressive that you get even that much rear wheel clearance... the stock openings are tiny. I knew that in1980... only got D78/14 on mine at the time...
Hi Dan, Love how the car came out so far. A long-term project suggestion is to stretch and raise the wheel openings so they still look stock and will fit the tire better.
Might wanna think about butting a 1- inch or 2-inch block between the rear housing & Leaf springs that way less chance of tires rubbing, Spicely if your butting stuff in the trunk & nailing the gas, Also It will help level the front so the Wife can see better over the hood, But definitely some old fashion Lader bars to help that rear from jumping around after putting in some blocks , The front will still be higher & The back still sitting lower ( No cutting the body up) Plus It will look so Awesome ! Also 373 gears in the rear with a overdrive trans will work great for them long halls and help keep it running cooler with keepping them RPM's down , Great Videos Man , Keep it going .
Dan way to remember the little things as you know they bite you in the butt if you don't do them. Great Work as Always. Danielle Great Job Driving hope you had fun.
Yeah it's plenty nose high a little bump up in the rear certainly won't hurt the look. And the trunks going to be loaded on the road trip, need that tire clearance.
I had an old clunker years ago where the floor had rotted out and I had patched it. The speedo cable retainer had rotted off as well, My speedo ceased working except when the cable would flex just right, if the cable isnt perfectly straight 90* from trans it pulls speed gear away enough to slip or disengage as well as to prematurely wear the speedo gear itself. Found the right angle and secured the cable to correct the problem. That may not be your issue but it might be.
The cam lope is just enough to make it sound BAAAD. The rear gear change will be good for the road trip. I foresee tire rub and Dani seeing around the dual quad tunnel ram being a problem but those are still future Dan problems for this video. I can just imagine the looks you are getting lol
That car turned out very cool!! Wishing you all the best in trouble free miles. Your ‘55 would look badass with that setup! Remember, you only live once!
Sweet as Dan... you looked so proud out driving with Dan in the Hot Rod You built. Stay happy and proud Bro. And totally enjoy Power cruise. Youve certainly earned it. The car is a Awesome beast. Well Done. Every day is a good day when I get home from work here in New Zealand and travel via the interweb to Canada to seewhat youve been up too. sorry I meant out driving with Dani.
Like the car, the motor, exaust and everything except the gasser front end. I think it would have been better with ole school back end jacked up a bit. No to gassers.
Use the old wooden baseball bat trick to clearance the tires. Roll the bat between the tire and the wheel well and roll the car forward and backward, that should give it more than enough clearance.
Yes I've done that alot on my mustangs
That is the way to go.
Works great.... just roll it slooow with sready pressure !
One of the best backyard fixes that, if done right, doesn't really damage the car !
It's better than a big cut that never looks even ! 🤔🫣
Don't forget to aim the headlights or you'll be watching planes in the sky!
Dan, why not try?
The look on her face when she's driving it is absolutely priceless. That's the kind of grin you just can't fake.
Dani, I'm an old man now, and I have to tell you this, YOU ARE THE COOLEST LADY EVER!!! Keep being a positive partner to your mate and you'll remain the luckiest girl ever!!! It was so cool seeing Dan have his arm around you while your driving, so cool and romantic!!! Man, you two are so good together and a match made in heaven for sure!!! Anyway, you two, hope you have a great weekend!!! Thanks for the video 📸.
Is it me or does DD speed shop owe us like 15 headliner videos 😂
Do the right thing Dan put a four-speed in it and teach her how to drive a stick!
Love Dani's reaction. That huge smile says it all. Love the car. It's frikkin awesome. DD SPEED SHOP!!
Y'all are living your best life in that 64 hot rod! Brings back memories for this old man, but it was a 62 not 64! Keep on keeping on guys!!
One way to push out the rear wheelwells is the old baseball bat trick. Insert a bat between the tire and wheel well wherever it will fit, then roll the car so that the bat rolls between the tire and wheel well and pushes the wheel well outwards. :>)
Yup, broom handle or dowel from home depot.
1" pipe works too
Do they have baseball bats in Canadia? If not, will a Hockey Stick work? 😂
Phonebook between the body and the tires and pushing down on the suspension works mint and it doesnt make a mess
@@jagharingenyoutubeI’ve done this
Dani is entertaining! She is so cute with that big smile. Everything went so well because it's Dani's.
OMG!...you two are just so good together! And what a freakin awesome little hotrod there! Can't wait to see more...i.e. Dani lighting up those tires! God bless!
Mike here! Dan..I agree..Lower the front just a little..Raise up back to help with wheel rub! Bam...Her hot rod is done 😊
So sweet! Glad Dani got to cruise it a bit. The muffler swap was a good idea... sounds amazing!
My 62 Gasser Nova had a shackle kit to raise the rear. 389, three duce, 4 speed, 4:56 gears at 16 years old. 50 years later and seeing this sure brings back memories. Thanks Dan, I enjoyed it. Ronnie.
Have to say I loved seeing Danny drive her new hot rod!!!!
Hey Dan, If you can find one, look for a Vega torque converter. Behind a built small block it's a 3000-3500 stall. Might be cheaper then a B&M Converter. We use to do that back in the 70's, and it worked fine. Love your channel and videos. Take care and be safe.
A buddy of mine ran a Vega converter for years. Back then we would snag on from the junk yard for ten or twenty bucks. It would dent the beer fund though.
Try to find a Vega converter. Yes They stall nice .
I love it that she has a smile from ear to ear when she’s driving it! Good job Dan. A proper hot rod. Shitty and perfect in all the right places. 👍
This build reminds me of my friend Larry's 1962 Chevrolet Ii in 1968 . We used a two wheel drive Jeep truck straight axle with a 2 4barrel 327.
Congrats Danni! Enjoy your ride! Just remember--Dan can't have nice things!!😆
True do very very true
Great episode guys! Sounds much better now.
Smart 💡 idea Dan for tack welding that steering shaft . I've had them pop out on go carts before 👍
Ive seen that done before,its a good thing for piece of mind..
Its great to see you both enjoying your hot rod
If you have them in Canada - you can find "normal" cut pants in Tractor Supply stores. They have room to move around built right in. Nice hotrod BTW! She loves it too!
No Tractor Supply anymore. I bet Dan has a Co-Op nearby. 👍👍🇨🇦
It was a whole lotta fun watching this video, especially the last few minutes...non-stop badass driving action! Congratulations, Dan and Dani, on a great sounding and running beast of a hot rod.Absolutely ricdonculous!
16:31 Thrush welded mufflers are my preferred choice on basically any hot rod exhaust I do. I think they are the best sounding chambered muffler. They are only like $50, and last forever. I love how they sound in the higher rpms.
Look how happy she is!! That was like the best part.
Nova came out great. But I'm with you, Dan take a leaf or 2 out of the front end.Just a little lower and ride much better.😊😊😊😊
So happy for Dani with the new gasser!!can’t wait to see more videos on this!!much love from Las Vegas.
Car sounds killer and looks and drives great! Can't ask for much more than that nice job Dan!
Dani is happy with her new ride, its perfect!
Car looks tough as hell! Great build Dan, and enjoy Danny!
Spreading joy… cute!
Love your ride Danielle. I’m so jealous lol. Great video guys.
Hey Dan
A huge well done to you.
So great to see Dannie take her 1st drive. Thank you for always sharing good content.
Take care of Yourself 😊
I like the tone of the Thrush welded serues mufflers. I have them on the Fargo, buddy put em on his chevy. Highway speed dont really hear the exhaust.
Its a real hoot driving an old hot rod, lots of people enjoy seeing them on the road.
My Fargo is straight axle,think im up to 12,000 km’s driving it . That front end is 70 years old!
Awesome ride you guys. Love it. Thanks for sharing.
Looks and sounds awesome guys..and the look on Dani’s face driving is priceless 😎
You're gonna love that straight axle on some of those u.s. interstates. Cant wait to watch that
Looking and sounding better each time I see it! Love it!!!
I love it when you say the car is mint. Most people don't even think of the Canadian mint being in Winnipeg!
Winterpeg looks nice this time of year.
I think i agree withyou Dan. Id remove a leaf and let the front end drop a bit and soften the ride. Nothing wrong with a streight axle. Had one in my fargo for many years and loved that old truck and how it handled.
Cool hot rod. I think I agree with you on removing one leaf. It would only lower the front. Touch but will likely help with the suspension feel so it’s not so stiff. I think if Dani does race it it will also help since on the launch if it’s too high he’ll be staring at the clouds. Looking forward to seeing you guys enjoy this hot rod.
Dan you have a HotRod Queen at your side my friend, Queen D has a smile on her face the complete trip... good job Guy's, very nice flip to a Gasser...
this guy
I live in Mississippi, so when you get here,you're going to get tired of people asking you how much do you want for it. I have always wanted a 64 myself, it's a very popular car. If you find one around here they're already fixed up, I'm a mechanic, and would rather build it myself like you're doing. It's all about the build, and I'm sure you know what I'm talking about.Be safe on your trip down here.
I’ve used a wood handle hammer and put it behind the rear tires and have Dani slowly drive it forward to form a wider lip on your sweet Hot Rod! 😊
Fantastic car one lucky Lady
Some guys take a steel pipe and jam it between the tire and the body and move the car As the pipe rolls with the tire ( with someone holding it) it pushes the body out!
I love your gasser. Perfect model of car for it also. I grew up in the 60's when gassers were all over.
she loves it dan nice job on gasser
Hey Dan . They make a Kit. You can move the Back Leaf Springs Inboard. So you have more Room for Your Wheels. Ask the guys at Speedway.
Honestly Dan, I've never really liked gassers. I think your Nova has shown me the light! Great job!
That's why he's the hot rod Jesus .
@@anthonycarty9433 LOL! I guess that makes us all hot rod apostles?
Me neither, but it's a good looking car and sounds good, and Dani was not afraid to drive it.
I haven't seen the 2 lane blacktop chev in a while my favorite car you own
Hearing the echo between the two buildings of the exhaust. Sounds awesome 👍
Mr. B. Here ! I was toll if mama ain’t happy nobody happy ! LOL 😎👀👍
Happy u guys and me are loving the car.liked seeing Danni driving it.
Love your stuff guys! We're from grand forks, and my daughter walks around the house saying "DD SPEED SHOP" anytime we watch your videos. Keep up the good work guys!
Definitely KOOL Dan and Dani Sounds great Good wheeling Dani
I have absolutely no doubt that every kid at the bus stop talked about that car non-stop all day at school. All they know from the time they've been around are wind tunnel-designed lookalike, boring cars. I doubt that many knew that this was a gasser, but they sure knew right away that it was some kind of race car. And therefore cool beyond belief.
I love the both of you! You are fun, cool, and laid back, a great combination! I'm so excited for Dani in this ride! This Gasser is going to be so much fun and exciting for the young lady! Thanks Dan for doing this Gasser project, it's very appreciated 👍.
That car is sweet great job Dan it's making me want to build one
Nice! The Nova looks faannnntastic! What a cool car... So happy to see it coming together exactly like you envisioned it! Cheers from the junkyard, guys...
I had one like this in 1976....... lots a fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
The exhaust sounds awesome. Nice little lumpy lidle. Kick ass little car.
Nice job, Dan. Cool car and a happy woman. Doesn't get much better than that. Living the dream. Well done, Sir.
Really cool to see you guys enjoying the fruits of your labor. wrenching is great but I bet riding with Dani sampling and laughing is the best
Really enjoyed this video your so lucky to have each other.Badass gasser🎉
Sounds like a GAPTIZER mean machine to me! Dani will be pulling wheelies before long! Burn rubber baby! ✌️😎
Totally impressive that you get even that much rear wheel clearance... the stock openings are tiny. I knew that in1980... only got D78/14 on mine at the time...
take bolt out on steering shaft and drill a hole right threw every thing....Then put in a long nut and bolt threw everything with nylocks
Great job guys.
It's bad ass Dan and so is Danni... sounds great to!!!
Welded thrush mufflers . I am running them on my truck . Great sound
Hi Dan,
Love how the car came out so far. A long-term project suggestion is to stretch and raise the wheel openings so they still look stock and will fit the tire better.
Dan. Perfect Crappy Tire in-frame ad @ 29:52! I'm sure they've got your CC number memorized 🤣🤣
Might wanna think about butting a 1- inch or 2-inch block between the rear housing & Leaf springs that way less chance of tires rubbing, Spicely if your butting stuff in the trunk & nailing the gas, Also It will help level the front so the Wife can see better over the hood, But definitely some old fashion Lader bars to help that rear from jumping around after putting in some blocks , The front will still be higher & The back still sitting lower ( No cutting the body up) Plus It will look so Awesome ! Also 373 gears in the rear with a overdrive trans will work great for them long halls and help keep it running cooler with keepping them RPM's down , Great Videos Man , Keep it going .
The DD Gasser is a good name for it. Nice job on getting the Gasser together and running sweet too. Keep up the great work.
Dan way to remember the little things as you know they bite you in the butt if you don't do them. Great Work as Always. Danielle Great Job Driving hope you had fun.
So FRICKIN COOL! I love this ride, you guys did GREAT!
I actually think it would look good with the rear raised a bit. That would also help with the tire clearance. Just my opinion.
Yeah it's plenty nose high a little bump up in the rear certainly won't hurt the look. And the trunks going to be loaded on the road trip, need that tire clearance.
Agreed.
Level it out a bit....
Would make it look more "equal" & much less 'low riderish'!
Much appreciation for testing products and reliability. Thank you 👍. /Seatbelts
That is one Bad Ass car Dan and Danni! Keep up the great work y’all
You guys should start a new event - Drag and Drive and Plow.
I usually just go for a drive , and the tow truck drags me home 😂
@@vintagesawyer6246 mint! Good way to make new friends 😂
That chev ll is really cool, love your videos, keep them coming
I had an old clunker years ago where the floor had rotted out and I had patched it. The speedo cable retainer had rotted off as well, My speedo ceased working except when the cable would flex just right, if the cable isnt perfectly straight 90* from trans it pulls speed gear away enough to slip or disengage as well as to prematurely wear the speedo gear itself. Found the right angle and secured the cable to correct the problem. That may not be your issue but it might be.
Outstanding, loving it !!
Wheels UP !
All good Dan
The cam lope is just enough to make it sound BAAAD. The rear gear change will be good for the road trip. I foresee tire rub and Dani seeing around the dual quad tunnel ram being a problem but those are still future Dan problems for this video. I can just imagine the looks you are getting lol
When are you going to do the first burn out!!!!!❤🎉🎉❤ The best way to test everything!!!!!!
That car turned out very cool!! Wishing you all the best in trouble free miles. Your ‘55 would look badass with that setup! Remember, you only live once!
Love that car I'm 53yr old that's the first car l remember my dad had one good job on it
New t-shirt look great! Love the gasser.
Sweet as Dan... you looked so proud out driving with Dan in the Hot Rod You built. Stay happy and proud Bro. And totally enjoy Power cruise. Youve certainly earned it. The car is a Awesome beast. Well Done. Every day is a good day when I get home from work here in New Zealand and travel via the interweb to Canada to seewhat youve been up too. sorry I meant out driving with Dani.
Good times 🎉 looks like it drives good. Better than I would have expected 🎉
“The Old Broad loved it”..Dan you kill me! 🇨🇦🛠️
Dan , any chance you can show the camshaft card for the engine? Sounds awesome!
PUT METAL FLAKE IN BLACK PRIMER AND SPAY IT. Queen D will love it!
Like the car, the motor, exaust and everything except the gasser front end. I think it would have been better with ole school back end jacked up a bit. No to gassers.
I agree totally.
Great job Dani looks bad ass driving it
That Cam is so Killer!!!!!! Great result.
Car looks great and sounds awesome