Weight is not our friend, as we age. I went from 240, to as low as 155, before settling in at 175. Health is something you need to work at. Very glad you’re healthy Ken. Keep the videos coming 🎉
Good work on the weight loss. I hit 378 when I was competing in power lifting but as with any sport you can get injured and I did to the point no longer being able to lift. So in 8 months I have dropped 50 lbs and still working on more.
While your banging away those ball joints and a arm bushings a nice 4 wheel disc brake kit sure would be a nice addition.....along with a new dual master cylinder!! 👌 Then ya got a nice turnpike cruiser! Damn.....those tires are a mess. Go for a better brand with more uv ray protection. Never had Michelins crack up in the sunlight. BF Goodrich hold up well too. Never had any luck with them thar Hankook tires. Great seat upholstery price!! Keep up the good 👍 work Ken!! Soon you will be on the road to see Mr Heavy Chevy!! Drag that International Dump home!! I wish ya would have opened the hood on that!! Had the original orange 🍊 color in the door jams too....awesome!! 👌
Hey Ken. I had a64 impala that would slide a back axel out when it felt like it. It would take the brake drum with it and the only way you were stopping was the whitewall destroying itself on the wheel house. Do the brake swap and preserve your underpants 😁
Hey! I built a dragster when I was 16! Mid to low 9 second car! Girls do that thing! And I know your back pain! I suffered from back spasms from when I was 16. Gentle exercise, and WALKING is key to getting moving again.
It’s always a shame when you gotta replace tires due to rot-not tread wear. You know what that means though; needs more burnouts! But that usually don’t happen on a nice cruiser like that! Glad you’re tackling that front end. She definitely needs it and it’s gonna be one sweet ride across the country when she’s done 😎 Keep up the great work Ken and congrats on the weight loss! 👍🏻👍🏻
One thing that I added in my shop, is a 2 wheel dolly to help move things around. I wasn't sure if I would use it much, but it has come in very handy for me. I'm 64yrs old, and if I can do something easier I will try to. I do agree with you about walking, I try and go walking every day. John
Oh, that sedan delivery is gunna end up at your place Ken! 🤣 We all know it! I love the "crate engine!" That's hilarious! Glad you found an upholstery person who was reasonably priced as well. Big congratulations on the weight loss my friend! 🥳 Happy wrenching 🔧🔩
Good for you Waylon, I am 64, I've lost right at 32 lbs in the past 7 months. Slow and steady lifestyle change, not a diet. It's gotten a bit slower now since I tore the meniscus in my left knee so my walking has backed off considerable...there is a chance it'll heal up on its own...Gonna go that route before I get it cut on, last time they scoped my right one they told me I'd need new knee(s) about now. Gonna put that off a bit longer. There ain;t no reason not to puts discs on the front of that car. If someday some purist wants to put it back to "stock" it isnt like you torched the car in half, it can be put back...I'd put the discs on fer sure.
Really Glad to hear you are OK, Ken.... I applaud your dedication to the weight loss.... Atta Boy!! It will be better for your back too. Take care and be safe. Russ
yes disco on the front sure helps a lot, it did for me on my 46, and it was way less in the long run at the end of the project. Looking good slim and trim, great advice
Very thankful you are doing well !! On your 63 , I would definitely get a dual master cylinder on it Ken . If one line starts leaking you would still have two wheel brakes without having to use your parking brake all the time. Just my two cents Brother . Be safe and may our Heavenly Father continue to bless you, in Jesus Name !!! Eddy
Ken, you sound just like me, yellin’ at things you are workin’ on….😂🤣👍😀 I learned that from my dad, I guess, working on cars and mowers and plumbing and such. 🤔 I like that “crate engine” you got there😉 those front ball joints would put ol Vice Grip to shakin his head about drivin’ it anywhere. 😮
I had noticed that you were losing weight too and I too was wondering how you were doing so I'm glad to see that it's coming off naturally and that you are not ill. Because I'm looking forward to possibly meeting you when you take your road trip out east anyway keep up the good videos I enjoy your Channel
Ken, that '63 will be much better with the disk brakes. I like the IH dump and the sedan delivery. I don't think I could pass them up, even though I'm a Model A man. Thanks for the video.
@12:20... I'm glad that spring didn't fly out! (Which is why you chained it up) 😉😉 Yessir, upgrading to a dual reservoir master cylinder and front discs is a good thing! I lost the brakes on my '66 Mustang, because it had a single reservoir master cylinder and the o-ring broke! I wrecked, sliding sideways on I-78 in Allentown, PA (October 1991). I'm glad you're healthy. I need to lose weight myself. I figure I need to lose at least 40 pounds.
Good on you for the weight loss! I hovered around 200 lbs most of my adult life, in the last 5 years I have reduced the tonage to 145 and I feel like a kid again. Keep up the good work, I'm proud of you.
Been down that "Replace everything" road a few times. Don't see as to a "Why not" with doing so. If one component is worn badly, the rest aren't to far away. They all have the same mileage on them. And as to the weight loss, I do believe I know where it is. Looking good Ken.
Hey Ken, looks like the Impala is well under way to getting some new suspension, i know the feeling having to through away tires that are 10 years old with like new tread, i just had to do that on the 53, and i'm afraid i will have to do the same thing on the 55 in Eastern Washington, but i know the side walls will blow, ask me how i know, glad you found a upholstery shop you like, they are hard to find, i had some work done from Johnson's in Ellensburg, they did a Tonneau cover for the Dune Buggy, nice job and reasonable, glad you are feeling good you look good, i care about you Neighbor Ken
Don't think about it, just do it. That's what I did more than once, which is how I ended up with 7 cars at home. My neighbors loved that, but not as much as I did😁 If I lived closer, I would find it hard to resist buying the International, because I was a fan of them as a kid, and the Pontiac, well they really don't build them like that anymore. I believe I could get them to run again, even on this so-called gasoline. I also believe you're doing a good job on the Impala, but my #totallyunsolicitedadvice is that you need a support under the rearend to compensate for the loss of weight up front, and you should wear eye protection because of all the dust, dirt and corrosion you will encounter underneath. Alright, I'm getting off of my high horse now. I appreciate ya!
oh thats not a high horse..thats just a soap box lol between the engine and the rear axle..its still front heavy, you're right about the eye protection tho.. i just forget sometimes but thanks Mom haha
You are looking good! If we consider your not too distance history with all the heart bypass surgery, you are doing "MIGHTY FINE", or as they say down here in Tennessee, "fine as frog's hair".
Well, thanks for the update on your health and weight loss. I won't pry, just glad to hear your health issue inspired you to get some weight off. I have struggled with my weight for a while now, but it's back on track again. I wish you hadn't shown that Pontiac, it's not right to tempt an old feller like that. Especially since I don't have any skills, money, or a shop to work in. It's just mean. All the best to you, it's always a treat to see your videos.
yep old tires are dangerous, I just pulled four BF Goodrich TA's off my 66 Chevelle and the looked great no cracks a lot of tread, the only problem they were 18 years old, so I bought a new set of Coopers, They should outlast me.....
the disk brakes on the front, I would say that is a good ideal on a car that is going to travel across country 2 times . glad you though of the spare tire.
Well I reckon you are only in it for day 3 at this point and that is taking it easy. I think you are on track to get it done in a week like I said you could. :-) I did ball joints and bushings in one evening on my 84 D350 even got it on video and that makes it take twice as long as you know! lol Your joints will for sure appreciate you not putting such a load on them.
Had one of those bypass thingys my self. I did NOT stick with the exercise as you have, sir. After watching this vid, I am back on it. GET the Impala going if you need to hire help. Second choice is never satisfying. I know. Ben
cant hire any help. nobody will get off the couch and work now a days so all the shops are booked 7 -8 weeks out. I did drop the arms off to get the bushings pressed in but If he doesn't call pretty soon Im going to go get them and do them myself..
Well I'm happy you noticed them tires was bad because it would make me sick if you was driving that beautiful Impala and the tire turned loose and damaged it
Well, whatever your health issue was, I am glad you're feeling better. You look great! The seat for the lil shortbox looks AWESOME now. It would appear that the rodents living in your garage stole the front end of your car!
I can see you pulling into MrHevyshevy's driveway with the old Impala right now! That old International pickup is a survivor. Idid a video recently on a Pontiac sedan delivery with a flathead straight 8 that my buddy drug out of the desert. Yout don't see many of those these days.
KEN !Happy to hear your health is doing good. QUESTION ; Are the parts you are getting up to "QUALITY SNUFF" ? I have heard other "CREATORS" (UTG) mention that there is a glut of junk parts that make anyone's fixins almost worthless? I believe you use "OEM" parts, just wondering if you also are having trouble?
Weight is not our friend, as we age. I went from 240, to as low as 155, before settling in at 175. Health is something you need to work at. Very glad you’re healthy Ken. Keep the videos coming 🎉
Congrats on the weight progress Waylon! You are looking great and fit!
Good work on the weight loss. I hit 378 when I was competing in power lifting but as with any sport you can get injured and I did to the point no longer being able to lift. So in 8 months I have dropped 50 lbs and still working on more.
While your banging away those ball joints and a arm bushings a nice 4 wheel disc brake kit sure would be a nice addition.....along with a new dual master cylinder!! 👌
Then ya got a nice turnpike cruiser!
Damn.....those tires are a mess. Go for a better brand with more uv ray protection.
Never had Michelins crack up in the sunlight. BF Goodrich hold up well too.
Never had any luck with them thar Hankook tires.
Great seat upholstery price!!
Keep up the good 👍 work Ken!! Soon you will be on the road to see Mr Heavy Chevy!!
Drag that International Dump home!! I wish ya would have opened the hood on that!! Had the original orange 🍊 color in the door jams too....awesome!! 👌
I have had 2 year old Michelins look worse than 6 year old michelins . all under carport
I vote yes to disk brake upgrade .
Soo pleased to see you concentrate your energy on the Impala 👌
Glad to see the old girl getting some treatment.....and that your treatment is working out for you.
Hey Ken. I had a64 impala that would slide a back axel out when it felt like it. It would take the brake drum with it and the only way you were stopping was the whitewall destroying itself on the wheel house. Do the brake swap and preserve your underpants 😁
Your Looking good Ken. Thanks for the update on your weight loss. I went from 250 to 185 lbs.
thats where Im headed..
Love the comments to yourself! "No Ken No, you don't need anymore"!
I remember changing front springs in my 63 Chevy in high school. At the time I never thought about the springs flying out. That was 53 years ago.
Front end tip: beat it together, pry it apart. Keep the torch handy.
Hey! I built a dragster when I was 16! Mid to low 9 second car! Girls do that thing! And I know your back pain! I suffered from back spasms from when I was 16. Gentle exercise, and WALKING is key to getting moving again.
good on ya!
Ben from "406 Garage" in Ssters, Or. would love that old Binder! Todd the retired trucker.
Well sir we are concerned about your health we happen to like you, and now that we know your OK we think you look great.Central California watching
Come on Ken drag the Sedan delivery home, I know you would give it a GOOD HOME.
I already have too many kids..
It’s always a shame when you gotta replace tires due to rot-not tread wear. You know what that means though; needs more burnouts! But that usually don’t happen on a nice cruiser like that!
Glad you’re tackling that front end. She definitely needs it and it’s gonna be one sweet ride across the country when she’s done 😎
Keep up the great work Ken and congrats on the weight loss! 👍🏻👍🏻
Amen Waylon Thinking that walk is very peaceful. Glad to here the news. Thanks for sharing💯
You know you wanted that old Pontiac. Yes, a fun project. ❤
i actually wanted the IH more
NO! sedan delivery. either keep it or get it running and flip it
@@chuckstith838 go for it... Im not interested in it...but I was sure tempted by the binder lol
One thing that I added in my shop, is a 2 wheel dolly to help move things around. I wasn't sure if I would use it much, but it has come in very handy for me. I'm 64yrs old, and if I can do something easier I will try to. I do agree with you about walking, I try and go walking every day. John
Oh, that sedan delivery is gunna end up at your place Ken! 🤣 We all know it! I love the "crate engine!" That's hilarious! Glad you found an upholstery person who was reasonably priced as well. Big congratulations on the weight loss my friend! 🥳 Happy wrenching 🔧🔩
i actually liked the IH better
no. sedan delivery is a must
@@chuckstith838 for somebody maybe.. not me
Good for you Waylon, I am 64, I've lost right at 32 lbs in the past 7 months. Slow and steady lifestyle change, not a diet. It's gotten a bit slower now since I tore the meniscus in my left knee so my walking has backed off considerable...there is a chance it'll heal up on its own...Gonna go that route before I get it cut on, last time they scoped my right one they told me I'd need new knee(s) about now. Gonna put that off a bit longer.
There ain;t no reason not to puts discs on the front of that car. If someday some purist wants to put it back to "stock" it isnt like you torched the car in half, it can be put back...I'd put the discs on fer sure.
Really Glad to hear you are OK, Ken.... I applaud your dedication to the weight loss.... Atta Boy!! It will be better for your back too. Take care and be safe.
Russ
I'm glad you are looking after your health Waylon.
Seat repair is a great idea for the benefit of your back, especially when you drive cross country. International with no rust, a rarity in Indiana.
Looking good in the neighborhood. I wish I started on January.
You need that Pontiac, write it off as advertising & Put your grafting logo on it!!!
Yes, seems to look ok, the Impala, the Shortbed and the Boss himself! I thought something like that was going. Thanks for the video!
yes disco on the front sure helps a lot, it did for me on my 46, and it was way less in the long run at the end of the project. Looking good slim and trim, great advice
Love the old international..
That's one beautiful 63, what a great car
thanks
Glad to to see up and going again. Just be careful. I know about walking it works and makes ya feel good !
Very thankful you are doing well !! On your 63 , I would definitely get a dual master cylinder on it Ken . If one line starts leaking you would still have two wheel brakes without having to use your parking brake all the time. Just my two cents Brother . Be safe and may our Heavenly Father continue to bless you, in Jesus Name !!! Eddy
Praying for you and your back!
Glad you’re ok!
WOW!, You and Dan look just like twins, haha
Top notch, sir glad that you're well
Ken, you sound just like me, yellin’ at things you are workin’ on….😂🤣👍😀 I learned that from my dad, I guess, working on cars and mowers and plumbing and such. 🤔 I like that “crate engine” you got there😉 those front ball joints would put ol Vice Grip to shakin his head about drivin’ it anywhere. 😮
Everythings a struggle and takes more concentration when yur back hurts..good job. 🌄👍🍺
You got that right!
I had noticed that you were losing weight too and I too was wondering how you were doing so I'm glad to see that it's coming off naturally and that you are not ill. Because I'm looking forward to possibly meeting you when you take your road trip out east anyway keep up the good videos I enjoy your Channel
Gave my 63 Chev Impala SS to my oldest son...great car! Yep ya needed to do this...
Ken, that '63 will be much better with the disk brakes. I like the IH dump and the sedan delivery. I don't think I could pass them up, even though I'm a Model A man. Thanks for the video.
I knew that walking would pay off good for you KEN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@12:20... I'm glad that spring didn't fly out! (Which is why you chained it up) 😉😉 Yessir, upgrading to a dual reservoir master cylinder and front discs is a good thing! I lost the brakes on my '66 Mustang, because it had a single reservoir master cylinder and the o-ring broke! I wrecked, sliding sideways on I-78 in Allentown, PA (October 1991). I'm glad you're healthy. I need to lose weight myself. I figure I need to lose at least 40 pounds.
Top Dawg Carona and I sure do enjoy your videos! Congratulations on the weight loss, glad you are okay!
Good on you for the weight loss!
I hovered around 200 lbs most of my adult life, in the last 5 years I have reduced the tonage to 145 and I feel like a kid again.
Keep up the good work, I'm proud of you.
Looking good Ken ! Gonna use you for inspiration .
Right on
O Danny boy 🤣🤣🤣ddspeedshop is the best I love those two
Glad you're well! I need to walk and lose weight too :)
👏👏👏👏👏 good health to you ….
Been down that "Replace everything" road a few times. Don't see as to a "Why not" with doing so. If one component is worn badly, the rest aren't to far away. They all have the same mileage on them.
And as to the weight loss, I do believe I know where it is. Looking good Ken.
Way to go on your weight loss!👍 You're an inspiration in many ways.
Great deal on the seat and great prices on the cars. Wouldn't find them in Phoenix for anything close.
Thanks for the video Waylon!
Hey Ken, looks like the Impala is well under way to getting some new suspension, i know the feeling having to through away tires that are 10 years old with like new tread, i just had to do that on the 53, and i'm afraid i will have to do the same thing on the 55 in Eastern Washington, but i know the side walls will blow, ask me how i know, glad you found a upholstery shop you like, they are hard to find, i had some work done from Johnson's in Ellensburg, they did a Tonneau cover for the Dune Buggy, nice job and reasonable, glad you are feeling good you look good, i care about you Neighbor Ken
Don't think about it, just do it. That's what I did more than once, which is how I ended up with 7 cars at home. My neighbors loved that, but not as much as I did😁
If I lived closer, I would find it hard to resist buying the International, because I was a fan of them as a kid, and the Pontiac, well they really don't build them like that anymore. I believe I could get them to run again, even on this so-called gasoline. I also believe you're doing a good job on the Impala, but my #totallyunsolicitedadvice is that you need a support under the rearend to compensate for the loss of weight up front, and you should wear eye protection because of all the dust, dirt and corrosion you will encounter underneath.
Alright, I'm getting off of my high horse now. I appreciate ya!
oh thats not a high horse..thats just a soap box lol between the engine and the rear axle..its still front heavy, you're right about the eye protection tho.. i just forget sometimes but thanks Mom haha
Time stamp about 14:33 bet your back felt that one..admire the work ethic 😉 love that crate engine..bet she's got some horsepressures lol
Safety first Ken
You are looking good! If we consider your not too distance history with all the heart bypass surgery, you are doing "MIGHTY FINE", or as they say down here in Tennessee, "fine as frog's hair".
Some chrome rims would look great on it.
Say, you ARE looking quite trim these days! LOL on the DD Speed gag!
Congratulations sir
haha.. on what?
Shoes work good.
Huge Congratulations On The Weight Loss Sir, KUTGCW n God Bless 👍👍 Gary.
Thanks for sharing 👍😀
Nice full size beauty
Well, thanks for the update on your health and weight loss. I won't pry, just glad to hear your health issue inspired you to get some weight off. I have struggled with my weight for a while now, but it's back on track again. I wish you hadn't shown that Pontiac, it's not right to tempt an old feller like that. Especially since I don't have any skills, money, or a shop to work in. It's just mean. All the best to you, it's always a treat to see your videos.
😂🤣😂🤣👍😀
It's coming along 👍👍🇨🇱
You know it's funny how people complain about how old cars drive but they've never been in one with all new bushings
Go for the disc ..
Good deal there about getting healthy and losing weight and all that, good for you brother! Now I just need to get my tail in gear and do something.
Yay! I know you been lookin' forward to caressin' that gal! Road trip gettin' closer!
Well worth 1200 nice truck
yep old tires are dangerous, I just pulled four BF Goodrich TA's off my 66 Chevelle and the looked great no cracks a lot of tread, the only problem they were 18 years old, so I bought a new set of Coopers, They should outlast me.....
Nice ride 🇺🇲
the disk brakes on the front, I would say that is a good ideal on a car that is going to travel across country 2 times . glad you though of the spare tire.
looking good!
Well I reckon you are only in it for day 3 at this point and that is taking it easy. I think you are on track to get it done in a week like I said you could. :-) I did ball joints and bushings in one evening on my 84 D350 even got it on video and that makes it take twice as long as you know! lol Your joints will for sure appreciate you not putting such a load on them.
lol you think it took me three days to take the control arms out? lol
Why not? Disc brakes for sure. Safety first.
ken your a machine you done good tearing into the car glad to hear your doing good
Using a spring compressor will make it a little easier to remove and install. Compress it just about an inch or so.
dont have one..but it practically fell out
Had one of those bypass thingys my self. I did NOT stick with the exercise as you have, sir. After watching this vid, I am back on it.
GET the Impala going if you need to hire help. Second choice is never satisfying. I know.
Ben
cant hire any help. nobody will get off the couch and work now a days so all the shops are booked 7 -8 weeks out. I did drop the arms off to get the bushings pressed in but If he doesn't call pretty soon Im going to go get them and do them myself..
Well I'm happy you noticed them tires was bad because it would make me sick if you was driving that beautiful Impala and the tire turned loose and damaged it
walking is good. I myself have a 2 mile trek mapped out that i walk 3 times a week, or try to. Keep walking, you will see your calves get bigger.
im a rollerblader.. i dont have calves... i have STEERS! haha
@@1963impala2drWaylonWire now that I would like to see, you on roller blades. 😄
@@Boobtube. I have posted many videos of myself rollerblading. sometimes little segments within my videos. you just weren't paying attention
@@1963impala2drWaylonWire oh, I pay attn. I see all your "jumpstarts"
@@Boobtube. well you probably dozed off haha.. but yep.. there are clips of me blading..
Great car. Do the disc brakes. Well worth it
Well, whatever your health issue was, I am glad you're feeling better. You look great! The seat for the lil shortbox looks AWESOME now. It would appear that the rodents living in your garage stole the front end of your car!
Hey Ken
Ya know 406 gragage might be interested in the corn binder
$1200 on that Binder is a good buy.
I can see you pulling into MrHevyshevy's driveway with the old Impala right now! That old International pickup is a survivor. Idid a video recently on a Pontiac sedan delivery with a flathead straight 8 that my buddy drug out of the desert. Yout don't see many of those these days.
406 garage would go for the binder, he is the binder finder
KEN !Happy to hear your health is doing good. QUESTION ; Are the parts you are getting up to "QUALITY SNUFF" ? I have heard other "CREATORS" (UTG) mention that there is a glut of junk parts that make anyone's fixins almost worthless? I believe you use "OEM" parts, just wondering if you also are having trouble?
💙🙏
Just noticed your 79 has the optionsl folding seat back
Good on you! I'm glad that it isn't the other kind of weight loss. Do you suppose your back has the readjustment blues?
naa my back has a disc that is shot. need surgery but that 5 way heart bypass was enough for me for a while!
Wrench, hammer, heat, repeat.
I learned with bad back not to lift tire lower lift to tire slide it on my back is bad too
Been nice if you could have rented a clamp to compress those springs
why? they practically fell out lol
Hi😊😊😊
I'd buy both if didn't cost 5k to ship one.
Do the brake upgrade..
I know it's unrelated but what ever became of the blue Dimond 60s 3/4 ton dodge pickup? Congrats on the weight loss.
I started it up yesterday.