FORGOTTEN Dodge Police Car - First Drive in 25 Years!

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    “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not." -Galatians 6:9
    This video nearly broke me. Took SO much effort just to get this thing to function as a car again! Think we can make it hit the road for the first time in 25 years? Stick around to find out!
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  • @DylanMcCoolVideo
    @DylanMcCoolVideo  ปีที่แล้ว +20

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    • @laurafoisey4121
      @laurafoisey4121 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dylan look at your vews you need to take a break and work on smothing else

    • @alfredtrejos5400
      @alfredtrejos5400 ปีที่แล้ว

      You started fixing the police 🚓 car 2 months ago

    • @jonlennon3348
      @jonlennon3348 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where did you find such a clean retired cop car?
      What cam kit did you use?

    • @laurafoisey4121
      @laurafoisey4121 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jonlennon3348 he found it setting in some guys back yard for 25 years and he used hues roller cam

    • @brandonpourmorady9485
      @brandonpourmorady9485 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @markusa5521
    @markusa5521 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    The smile on your dad's face when you got on it was priceless

    • @sandspar
      @sandspar ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Knew it passed the worth it test when he cracked that grin : )

    • @Beandiptheredneck
      @Beandiptheredneck ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Oh ya, as soon as it started to pull he cracked a huge smile

    • @roderickmoyer9851
      @roderickmoyer9851 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree I think he approves it…

  • @neiljanssens1486
    @neiljanssens1486 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    I love the bit where you and your Dad went for a run. The smile on his face showed he was a proud papa, and also showed he was still a car guy at heart.
    It reminded me of a number of years ago when I used to take my Dad out for a cruise. I drive a Dodge Cummins, something he and I both loved.
    Dad has been gone for almost 2 years now. That scene meant so much to me and brought back some fond memories.
    Thank you for all you do.
    God bless you and your family.

    • @NLJosh83
      @NLJosh83 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I can relate to that. My dad had a 70 Buick Wildcat with a 455 and to him, that was the fastest thing on planet earth. Everything was compared to it.
      On Father's Day in 2021, I took him for a run in my 88 Lincoln with an HO converted 5.0, looser torque convertor and better rear gears. When I passed a slower car going up a hill, he turned to me, grinned and said "it's not the Buick, but close enough!"
      On Remembrance Day that same year, I went to the airport to pick up my little brother (who is a soldier) for dad's funeral after he had died very suddenly and far too young.

  • @robertbrennan8139
    @robertbrennan8139 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Great seeing the expression on your dads face and how much he genuinely likes the car. Good job!

  • @DankoStojanovic
    @DankoStojanovic ปีที่แล้ว +2

    24:40 that smile on your dad's face, that is a car guy through and through

  • @bigtimegearhead
    @bigtimegearhead ปีที่แล้ว +8

    At 13:49 in the video look at the inner fender just below hood hinge. Looks like you have spark jumping from the coil. Not sure if you saw and fixed it yet bu if not that is definitely a cause of rough running. Love the car and it’s coming together nicely, keep up the awesome work.

  • @chrislangston2673
    @chrislangston2673 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Awesome! The part of the video with the old trans when you we’re checking for gears-13:50-… you can see around the coil sparking out at the plug boot. Not sure if this is part of your idle issue but thought to throw that at ya. Onward to turbo! Cool build man!
    Chris- Tuscaloosa Al

  • @ronaldyoungberg9933
    @ronaldyoungberg9933 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    When you gave your dad the ride and you romped on it the chessy cat grin on his face was great but when you got on it after that you got that same grin only yours was from ear to ear!!!
    Loved this installment of the show.

  • @rangercv4263
    @rangercv4263 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Dylan, it’s a beautiful thing seeing the respect you have for your father and your fathers love for you in return. It’s something sorely lacking in todays modern mass media and something we need to see more of. Keep up the good work and much respect to your pa from out here in content consumer land.

  • @duncanmacrae6384
    @duncanmacrae6384 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    On the trans you took out there are two small snap rings holding the shift linkage together. If one of them is missing, you will have clicks from the pawl, but the spool will not be moving in the valve body. Easy to check. Great to see it running, congrats!

    • @186scott
      @186scott ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If they are there then the only thing I can think of is the valve body inside the transmission isn't flat causing it to not select any gears and be stuck in park/neutral

  • @RandyB1973
    @RandyB1973 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    @14:00 Wow, that coil is arcing off of everything around it lol

  • @kennethsonier1766
    @kennethsonier1766 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Dylan is on a mission from God to get as many roadsterations as he can back and running 👍 great video as always and I wish you and your family the best this coming year 👍✌️🇺🇲

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Dads Little smile right as you took off was priceless and is always worth the time spent he is enjoying that ride and the sound of the pep of that motor @Dylan McCool

  • @mrclassic2284
    @mrclassic2284 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nothing better than a new McCool video!

  • @heofthesquarebum
    @heofthesquarebum ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You are teasing us with that Shelby Charger hiding behind the cop car at the end of the video! I had one of those as a teenager - loved it and thrashed it to death!

    • @williamsinger4124
      @williamsinger4124 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I had an 85 or 86 charger, just your standard run of the mill red on red with the gray stripe package that proudly said charger 2.2 on the rear quarters. Had a sunroof and 5 speed. My only gripe about it was the shifter cables...felt like it was connected with ropes instead of cables lol.

    • @heofthesquarebum
      @heofthesquarebum ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@williamsinger4124 I used to go through exterior door handles every few months!

    • @williamsinger4124
      @williamsinger4124 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@heofthesquarebum yes, the outer driver side handle on mine broke as well. And damn it, it always split toward the door lock side of the handle, effectively turning a one piece handle into a 2 piece

  • @cardwizard
    @cardwizard ปีที่แล้ว +6

    She is fighting you, but what a payoff for your hard work! Loving it!

  • @Jokesonyou6666
    @Jokesonyou6666 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Being myself not very mechanically inclined i like watching ur content to learn a thing or two and i used to own an 80s car that was In similar shape to this one when i bought it and i wish id have taken that opportunity to learn how to fix up an old vehicle like that but thanks

  • @TorquePowerVideo
    @TorquePowerVideo ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I think saw a lot of spark arcing in the coil area on the video while you were trying out the transmission the first go round, may want to look into it in case that's what I was actually seeing.
    Sucks about the transmission, man. I hate that for you. It always sucks to have it put together and have it not work. The look of pure joy and relief said it all when it finally went into reverse! I enjoy the videos, keep up the good work!

  • @Brokebudgetgorage
    @Brokebudgetgorage ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The grin on ur dads face is priceless don’t ever take that for granted I’ve never had that mine is one of those who left to get milk but it would’ve been so much better if I’d have had one

  • @batterymakermarkii2654
    @batterymakermarkii2654 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    24:41 Ya did good, papa's smiling...

  • @TheNismo777
    @TheNismo777 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That engine looks great in the engine bay! Oh man that cuda was sweeeeet!

  • @erickvaughn9120
    @erickvaughn9120 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Loved the way your dad smiled when you opened it up!

  • @whitehorse420
    @whitehorse420 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dylan Sir, I don't know if anyone else seen it or not but when you cranked it up on the lift around the 13:50 time stamp in the video I notice a constant spark like a plug wire spark over on the passenger side firewall. Not sure what it was just didn't know if you knew it. God Bless you my friend.

  • @shadetreejoe3986
    @shadetreejoe3986 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Dylan, I'm glad to see someone else messing around with the MOPAR Magnum engines. I used a 5.9L Magnum in my 1957 Chevy truck (Ethyl). I'm curious as to why you went with the A-904 instead of a 46RH. I would think that the addition of overdrive would be kinda beneficial, especially once you add the turbo. I do absolutely love the project and the channel. Keep up the good work.

  • @jakeswartout4456
    @jakeswartout4456 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hahaha your dad's smirk when you hit the gas says it all man!

  • @russellsmith1741
    @russellsmith1741 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dude, your videos are awesome. I'm guessing I'm you dad's age and that smile is great! I can feel how proud he he is. Keep it up!!!

  • @anthonyshelton6786
    @anthonyshelton6786 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this is still too cool great to see it running strong

  • @kbar150
    @kbar150 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Around the 13:28 mark. There is what looks like sparking on the far fender/firewall. Glad to see it running

  • @andreiadam5623
    @andreiadam5623 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Warm greetings from Romania. I appreciate everything you do, I have been following you for some time. Congratulations 😁

  • @metalhead4996
    @metalhead4996 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love seeing you and your Dad enjoy these times together. Best part of the videos you make.

  • @christopheransell2179
    @christopheransell2179 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another milestone reached! It's really coming together. I too noticed that after you stood on it coming back from your dad's that as soon as you left off the gas, the suspension seemed to unload all at once, or else it has some WICKED bumpsteer. Enjoyed the video! Take care!

  • @dylansingleton9214
    @dylansingleton9214 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Badass sir! I'm not a Mopar guy but I'm picking up what you're putting down 👌

  • @sonnydee4736
    @sonnydee4736 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    How's it going Mr. Dylan ? First of all I like the way you always seem to put the Lord first and thank him when something works. Second you're one of the few that when you're running a new engine you take it easy to let them break in. Good job man

  • @user-fi5kn2oz8s
    @user-fi5kn2oz8s ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The car is fire, the feeling that it will take off, a powerful engine. Cool videos you have. Good luck with your future projects.

  • @andrewkiwi1
    @andrewkiwi1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That put a smile on your face. Thats a big effort. good on you for sticking with it Dylan.🚔

  • @nreis02
    @nreis02 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The smile on your dad's face when you gave the car the beans. So pure.

  • @bradnewby5695
    @bradnewby5695 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love seeing you and your Dad together on the videos, cherish your time with him.

  • @evan_kumar
    @evan_kumar ปีที่แล้ว +1

    20:11 YES IT RUNS!!!

  • @palmertrees
    @palmertrees ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your Dad's grin on acceleration, satisfying.

  • @collinpolhill6920
    @collinpolhill6920 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Is right Dylan I love that car she s got tons of power well done mate

  • @johnburch6927
    @johnburch6927 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Welcome to 2023 with a win. Always nice seeing good work payoff. Congratulations

  • @ivisonr
    @ivisonr ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I want to tell you that non pretentious honest content, like this, makes me want to watch more. Keep truckin’

  • @charlesking1244
    @charlesking1244 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Way To Go Dylan, What A Cool Build, Can’t Wait To See What’s Next!!

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Running very smooth down the road nice crisp gear shifts sweet @Dylan McCool

  • @dranthappens
    @dranthappens ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your getting big Dylan, better start watching that fast food intake

  • @gunjiweber42
    @gunjiweber42 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoyed your build. Interesting setup for the turbo

  • @chrisjulian7427
    @chrisjulian7427 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I can't hardly wait for the turbo install. I also live in TN. I love the test drives can't beat those curvey mnt. Roads.

    • @Belznis
      @Belznis ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am a noob, but I was wondering, did they not make the police cars faster than any other vehicle. Would it not be fast with the original engine or did it have some issues. I was also thinking the separate wiring to the lights was due to safety, if it would be just one wire, both would fail, but like this they could be able to keep one or maybe it was so that the front lights would flash intermittently (no idea if that was a thing in US).

  • @johnkutrich7160
    @johnkutrich7160 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That's really cool Dylan, reminds me of my old cop are i had back in '93 a year after I graduated from high school. It was a 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury it was pretty rough though lol

  • @rescuedandrestoredgarage
    @rescuedandrestoredgarage ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great work pushing through all the grief. I was thinking the whole Mopar or no car I bet a few times it was no car lol.

  • @grayhounddaddy62leake83
    @grayhounddaddy62leake83 ปีที่แล้ว

    I get a charge out of watching your facial expressions when everything is working as it should on it's maiden drive off the hoist and out on the road!!! Same as me...I get so bummed out when something goes wrong with my car! But once it's fixed and working again as it should, I couldn't be happier! Great Video!!!

  • @paulelrod6168
    @paulelrod6168 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think you did a great job on that old car. I like everything you've done since the challenger rebuild. Can't wait until the next one! God bless little buddy

  • @Beandiptheredneck
    @Beandiptheredneck ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "If yall ever wondered where I got it from" that's so true, the more the years go by the more I find I'm a lot like my old man, I sure he's proud to be your dad

  • @joblo8738
    @joblo8738 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Mr, i'm from Montréal Québec (french speeking🙂). I love your videos. I had many old cars since im 48. I never had lots of money but as a big american V8 cars lover, i always bought old 4 doors, old man cars... they are well maintained, conftable and 'boaty' as i like. 😄 i actualy owned 3 of these mopars. 1 84'Diplomat and 2 Caravelle. One of the Caravelle was a police pack with the 318 under the hood. I loved these cars. Thanks for saving old cars! 🙂

  • @coreyrowe2052
    @coreyrowe2052 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've enjoyed this build. I hope to see more on this car.

  • @johnmccauley3821
    @johnmccauley3821 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a police officer we had these cars. They were really really fast but you only had 3-4 hard brakes before you had brake fade. Then it got scary !!!!

  • @robertwells6454
    @robertwells6454 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sound's smooth, no drought going to be a nice ride with some boost. 😎👌

  • @Latham74
    @Latham74 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You can tell how close a father and son are, by their devotion to the activities that they bond over.

  • @The_R-n-I_Guy
    @The_R-n-I_Guy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really need a project car. I'm eyeballing a mid-late 80's Gran Fury Police Interceptor sitting in a field down the road. Now I want it more

  • @FreedomRock44
    @FreedomRock44 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Way to get after that Transmission Dylan! Glad you got it running for you!!!!!

  • @vankeithbarnes1333
    @vankeithbarnes1333 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congrats, Dylan. You got the old police car running. Your old man is proud of you too.
    When are you going to install some exhaust systems on there?

  • @tymac3306
    @tymac3306 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ya...your dad cracked a few smiles. You're lucky to still have your dad.

  • @bnrgreenwood2356
    @bnrgreenwood2356 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I liked this edited video much better than the live feeds which are easier to do
    Glad you removed the red lights.
    If I detailed it I would remove raggedly about one half of the stars on the doors leaving 2 of the points.
    This is going to be a great car event sedan.

  • @evan_kumar
    @evan_kumar ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice work DILY!!!! You really are an expert!

  • @rogergoodman8665
    @rogergoodman8665 ปีที่แล้ว

    When your dad left your shop in the Cuda, I heard. "Just a good ole boy, never meaning no harm"...🎶🎵 in my head.

  • @kerrypierre9494
    @kerrypierre9494 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job bro, look forward to seeing a turbo run on this rig 👍

  • @danswartwood4580
    @danswartwood4580 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your APPRECIATION to your subscribers Dylan

  • @johnreid859
    @johnreid859 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Pretty cool to see your Dad smile when you dropped the hammer.

  • @miikavirvel9258
    @miikavirvel9258 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    At 14:05 you can see spark jumping at the coil :D

  • @isaiahreeves4069
    @isaiahreeves4069 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Once again, great job Dylan couldn't have done a better job myself. thanks for the video and the inspiration.

  • @adammcewen3224
    @adammcewen3224 ปีที่แล้ว

    The 85’ police edition diplomat was my first circle track car. Came with the 318 but we swapped it out for a 360 after one season. The 360 made much bigger horse power. We also had a 3.42 rear end gear in it. The downside was the transmission. Occasionally it wouldn’t engage and eventually broke after 3 seasons of racing.

  • @tkskagen
    @tkskagen ปีที่แล้ว

    Dylan, I swear that this will be the FIRST Turbo Dodge Diplomat I will ever see!
    This car needs the "full" LED Bulb Upgrade.

  • @bojo4558
    @bojo4558 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great channel dude 😎thanks watching in the UK

  • @mikegrandinette6253
    @mikegrandinette6253 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great work, please remove the column shift lever, it’s gonna look goofy spooling up a turbo with the lever flopping around in park lol

  • @Hangryjohndoe
    @Hangryjohndoe ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s coming together nicely, I love it.

  • @giancarlopbranco
    @giancarlopbranco ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job, Mr.! Congrats!

  • @a.r.o7697
    @a.r.o7697 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I'd see those cars in the 90s, I never really used to think much of them, but based off of what you've done; the Diplomat has real potential. Getting a straight one and doing a restomod sleeper car would be cool. Jet black, poverty caps, and a 5.7L Hemi would be nice.

  • @chrisgee2212
    @chrisgee2212 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Your dads grin at 24:35 when you pulled away was brilliant 👌🏻

  • @cliffsta87337
    @cliffsta87337 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really enjoy all of your Mopar content. Just picked up my first. 2023 Ram Rebel. My mom’s family has been Mopar forever. Grandma just bought a 2021 Pacifica 😎 Keep up the great work, sir.

  • @dogguy2012
    @dogguy2012 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That’s awesome … great first ride !

  • @michaelstone8882
    @michaelstone8882 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome car.. and a great job so far Dylan. You just put out awesome content my friend.. can't wait for the turbo.. she'll scream then.

  • @eddiepatterson5025
    @eddiepatterson5025 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m so happy for you Dylan the shakedown run went really good.

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael ปีที่แล้ว +2

    She going to sound amazing after that turbo is Installed especially with the spool up @Dylan McCool

  • @Joethemodelbuilder
    @Joethemodelbuilder หลายเดือนก่อน

    Considering i just subbed you because of Franks model works. Ive been watching your past videos. This is the first one that your dad had a different expression on his face. When you punched it!!! He showed a little grin that was priceless!

  • @ronaldsnell1503
    @ronaldsnell1503 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome, you are now my favorite car channel

  • @chrishamil254
    @chrishamil254 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've had 5 diplomats.
    2 turbo. First turbo setup was in 2000 big turbo off a Cummins 10 liter, she ripped! 4.56 gears and a 4 speed. Ran 12.30s spinning tires.
    Incase your wondering, all provisions for a 4 speed manual are in the car factory.

  • @SlapnPickle
    @SlapnPickle ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don’t know if you noticed but around 13:50 in the video I think you can see the spark jumping from your ignition coil maybe shorting out a bit, if you look just above the carb and on the passenger fender

    • @ozmanozgood856
      @ozmanozgood856 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I saw the same thing man👍 , surprised it ran as good as it did

    • @SlapnPickle
      @SlapnPickle ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ozmanozgood856 me too, could be why it’s kinda hard to start it up?

    • @ozmanozgood856
      @ozmanozgood856 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SlapnPickle yah most definitely , its killing spark randomly to the cylinders until it picks up enough rpm

  • @matthewgilboe9640
    @matthewgilboe9640 ปีที่แล้ว

    the smile on your dads face was priceless when you punched the gas

  • @bensymington5550
    @bensymington5550 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    It’s kind of nice to see that you had time to do a video

  • @keiththorn5245
    @keiththorn5245 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want more of this build so cool

  • @andrewfuhrman2664
    @andrewfuhrman2664 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great episode...had an 84 Diplomat myself. Have a great weekend!

  • @auteurfiddler8706
    @auteurfiddler8706 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wonder if that weird thing at idle could be the torque converter not unlocking. Or the mechanical linkage from the carb to the trans for kickdown not being installed or not adjusted.

  • @patrickandries5102
    @patrickandries5102 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hell yeah buddy!!! They might hear you coming but she will be a pursuit machine

  • @neildriedger637
    @neildriedger637 ปีที่แล้ว

    GREAT video,loved it DYLAN...AWESOME to see the old car run AGAIN 👍🙏🇨🇦🇺🇸❤😇

  • @TheRainblossoms
    @TheRainblossoms ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome. It's a cool build. Are you going to get another amber lightbar for it? I kind of liked it, made it into an emergency vehicle for your fleet.

  • @gregcofer5204
    @gregcofer5204 ปีที่แล้ว

    Reminds my of the mopar cop car from black sheep. Great job man🤘🏼

  • @robertpimpo4698
    @robertpimpo4698 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool dylan great job on it

  • @taylorlengyel
    @taylorlengyel ปีที่แล้ว

    That is awesome man! Great job and sweet machine

  • @gordondowd5189
    @gordondowd5189 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it. Wish my 86 was an AHB.

  • @candyman9712000
    @candyman9712000 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome job can't wait to see that turbski on it!!!

  • @justindampier9017
    @justindampier9017 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For future reference, magnetize the drill bit and then grease it up. It'll keep the shavings on the drill bit

    • @RustyZipper
      @RustyZipper ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve got to drill some holes in my plastic gas cans for vents. Doing an anti -EPA modification. How do I keep the shavings from falling in the can? 🤷‍♂️