Will Our 1969 King Midget Microcar Drive 300 MILES to the Beach? (4th of July Special!)

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  • @CarsandCameras
    @CarsandCameras  ปีที่แล้ว +533

    As soon as we wrapped the episode it started down pouring and the rear tire blew😳

    • @mikeofalltrades6293
      @mikeofalltrades6293 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Glad yall made it there safe. Happy independence day guys 🇺🇸

    • @t4gge
      @t4gge ปีที่แล้ว +51

      please turbo this thing

    • @bombbuggy
      @bombbuggy ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Fun

    • @P8FPV
      @P8FPV ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Lucky you got there ok 👌 👍
      Tyres can be replaced

    • @bombbuggy
      @bombbuggy ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Turbo it

  • @geeksgamesandgears2369
    @geeksgamesandgears2369 ปีที่แล้ว +184

    Love that John is trying to say the Jeremy Clarkson “terrible disappointment” line, meanwhile Charles is just trying to blow shit up.

  • @g-force2745
    @g-force2745 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    I love you Americans. All the swag, excitement and crazy ideas that happen towards the Fourth of July is just so great! 😃

    • @RobertDickens2002
      @RobertDickens2002 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Come on over we'd be glad to have more people that are actually proud to be here

    • @inmyopinion6836
      @inmyopinion6836 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yanky Enginuity!

    • @goosenotmaverick1156
      @goosenotmaverick1156 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ​@@RobertDickens2002agreed. I witnessed an insane amount of complaining about fireworks this year. It's sad.

    • @HotAsHellSeedCo
      @HotAsHellSeedCo ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@goosenotmaverick1156
      Ditto. It’s depressing for a guy who grew up being able to ride motorcycles without a helmet. Ride in pickup beds even on the freeways. Cruise 1st St USA back when ‘cruising’ was not illegal. Ahhhh the good ole days. Precious memories.

    • @datvik7187
      @datvik7187 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ​@@HotAsHellSeedCo that's cause scraping brains off the pavement is a little bad for cops and firemen etc. It's getting old.

  • @paulheart5178
    @paulheart5178 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    It was really nice to see you guys back at Johns parents house. I commented on a video quite a while back where Johns Dad rode the snowmobile in the yard. I rambled on about how that day will one day be a cool memory to look back on and how cool it was that your Dad was involved. I lost my Dad two nights ago. We were somewhat estranged but he was the man that taught me to weld with both arc and gas when I was 10 or 11. He taught me how to fix damn near anything with what was on hand and I still do the fixing of things that I have absolutely no idea about today just by taking it apart and seeing how it works. I wish now I would have made more of an effort to communicate with him as I knew he wanted to talk to me. I tried a couple of times and when I couldn't get him I thought "There I tried, nothing to feel guilty about". Anyway, enjoy as much time as you can with your parents and make as many fun memories as you can with them. Record them on video or just normal conversations on audio. It's not something we really think about until the opportunity is no longer there. This wasn't a depressing post for me so please no worries. Watching your Dad enjoy himself on that sled in the summer and seeing you all back there just got me thinking. Thanks again for all the fun content. Much love from Ontario, Canada.

    • @aber2912
      @aber2912 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He seemed like a great man, may he rest in peace 🙏

    • @joewoodchuck3824
      @joewoodchuck3824 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I feel your pain. Both of my parents are now gone. I miss them greatly.

  • @testbenchdude
    @testbenchdude ปีที่แล้ว +73

    Oh man, what a great episode. I'm still smiling. It was also great to see a bit of Charles' origin story. You guys are awesome. Thanks again and Happy (belated) 4th!

    • @joshuagibson2520
      @joshuagibson2520 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes. We need origin stories for all 3.

  • @mtb_prodigy4856
    @mtb_prodigy4856 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    These guys never fail to impress me, their creativity is insane, they need to do a collab with Cboys or someone 🔥

  • @billybarrett6839
    @billybarrett6839 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Glad to see friends having a good time together. That's what life is all about.

    • @djmips
      @djmips ปีที่แล้ว

      friends? more like war buddies.

  • @BennyTygohome
    @BennyTygohome ปีที่แล้ว +36

    These episodes and ideas are great. Love this channel, it's like the original top gear but with mini bikes and gocarts and in America! 😎

  • @sadenterronez8387
    @sadenterronez8387 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Petition for putting a turbo in it

  • @steby123
    @steby123 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ike's face has a look of equal parts determination and fear .

  • @Mopar-Pioneer
    @Mopar-Pioneer ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Flathead Briggs ! Most reliable lawn and garden implement motor ever made !

  • @notimegarage8632
    @notimegarage8632 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That sound from the twin 670 is so awesome with the look of this cart

  • @cavu826
    @cavu826 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Straight outta my November 1962 Popular Science magazine (page 203). Awesome!

  • @Summit-Adventures
    @Summit-Adventures ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Thank you guys for inspiring me I’ve been watching you for over a year now and I found a go kart for cheap and got it running keep up the amazing work.

  • @jeffrykopis5468
    @jeffrykopis5468 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    9:20 Dale Jr documented the history of that NASCAR track in "Lost Speedways".

  • @dominicrichardson5546
    @dominicrichardson5546 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That poor opel cries every time it sees you work on a project other than it 😂

  • @timothygreb5842
    @timothygreb5842 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I respect Charles aka chuck. Seeing him with his son is real. That’s a true ass father. God bless Charles.

  • @3v068
    @3v068 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    "Hey man, you trying to light one up?" "WHAT??" That killed me

    • @zokushatech
      @zokushatech 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Then immediately after with the cheech n chong reference, “hows my driving?” “I think we’re parked man” 😂

  • @ras4782
    @ras4782 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the lil muscle sound on this thing

  • @804_Rider
    @804_Rider ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow, a historic speedway! Added to the places id like to visit 👍

  • @Derf1313
    @Derf1313 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Large quantities of chuckles, glad y'all stayed safe! Thanx l

  • @jonathancrotts2862
    @jonathancrotts2862 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Relatively speaking the mileage isn't that bad for screaming along at 3700 rpm. With an overdrive you'd probably get close to 40 mpg. Sounds like some engine mods and gearing change are in order.
    On a side note, Charle's "catch all" collection was awesome. I would love to have all those Briggs parts.

  • @graffitifxnewcastle2954
    @graffitifxnewcastle2954 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    .............."CHARLES".... LOL. Happy fourth of july boys, from down under!... top vid.

  • @marksmithson1414
    @marksmithson1414 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Kudos to Isaac for taking the chance of driving the midget all the way and Chuck making a cameo appearance in the video. Charles is such a comedian when he's Chuck. Nice job Isaac and Charles.

  • @robbelk6465
    @robbelk6465 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Living yer best life!!!!; Just finished my chopper,stage 1 predictor!!! Stupid fast!!!!! I meant to build a cruiser and built a drag chop..... absolute death trap😂

  • @chevymontmarlo
    @chevymontmarlo ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Guy's should take this to power tour next year

  • @DefenderoftheTrees
    @DefenderoftheTrees ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Owen Wilson is such a great dad. And a good asset to the team!!

  • @Buck1954
    @Buck1954 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Almost like your mini-trail adventure. I'm still chuckling at your flight off the bridge. I think Ike truly enjoyed driving that go-kart 300 miles.

  • @enjoythesho1992
    @enjoythesho1992 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I seen one of these for sale in someone's front yard on a backroad in Ashville NC i should have stopped and asked about it these things are cool

  • @Silverado82481
    @Silverado82481 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    dude i loved yall when it was just you and Ike..... but now you could not have a better 3rd person on the crew then ole Charles !!!!!! he just completes the channel

  • @thomengel9720
    @thomengel9720 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like that when Ike hits the brakes the turn indicators light up.

  • @speckledjim_
    @speckledjim_ ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice to see the OG C&C place again. Love the show guys, nice one 👏👍

  • @chriscarnes87
    @chriscarnes87 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    “Just because you can doesn’t mean you should”. But you should definitely try 🤙.

  • @burridge911
    @burridge911 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That was awesome guys. Try to get chuck to join the team! Loved getting to know so much about Charles and his beautiful family

  • @over_Priced
    @over_Priced ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I saw y’all that day, wasn’t able to stop and say hello but it was awesome to see!

  • @charlesgraham9954
    @charlesgraham9954 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    beautiful baby boy Charles, glad yall had a safe fun trip with your families. happy 4th.!

  • @drutang
    @drutang ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the thumbnail is EPIC!! 'MURICA!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @clm107
    @clm107 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We just happened to be in Beaufort this week for vacation from Ohio! Caught the tail end of the parade and must have missed you guys. Disappointment of a lifetime haha!
    Appreciate what y’all do, thanks for all the fun and entertainment over the years.

  • @edwardwerick2420
    @edwardwerick2420 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Just because you can- doesn't mean you should!" Hmmm. That sounds like a new Cn'C motto!

  • @michaelroten5675
    @michaelroten5675 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just from watching the video , I can tell yall drove past my neck of the woods 😊 Love the video's. Keep up the hard work .

  • @gabecarmichael9072
    @gabecarmichael9072 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Top gear ending reference was well done.

  • @572patrickvanhorn
    @572patrickvanhorn ปีที่แล้ว +4

    part of that torque steering is do to it being one wheel drive instead of both rear tires speeding you up or slowing you down its one causing the whole car to shift on and off throttle

    • @majorwedgie8166
      @majorwedgie8166 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm thinking a 4 link suspension in the back and a rack and pinion up front, probably a live axle instead of the "One Wheel Peel" setup currently in use. Either way the Midget is a sweet little ride!

  • @ALMIGHTYGARAGE
    @ALMIGHTYGARAGE ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Charles im.soo happy for you your son is beautiful man you have a beautiful family

  • @arnaldofettuccine5227
    @arnaldofettuccine5227 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I can see a few mods would make that car so much more enjoyable, shocks, some louvers for cooling you and the engine for starters. 👍👍❤

    • @emiliopro700
      @emiliopro700 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Steering upgrades too

    • @arnaldofettuccine5227
      @arnaldofettuccine5227 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@emiliopro700 For Sure! That thing was all over the road, scary.

  • @robnewbob0710
    @robnewbob0710 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The true underrated vehicle of the c&c fleet is the avalanche. it's been behind the scenes forever. It needs some custom awesomeness.

    • @johninzerillo1510
      @johninzerillo1510 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      John’s Dad here. I bought the Avalanch in 2002. Searched for one for months before they were made available. I refer to it as the Alpha-lance as it was the first model produced. A few years a I found a 2013 Black Diamond edition. Because it was the last year of production, I call it the Omega- launch. Lots of good memories driving John’s around. Thank you for recognizing it’s value.

  • @DRpotatoYT
    @DRpotatoYT ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Would love to see it with some performance mods in the engine

    • @PockyFiend
      @PockyFiend ปีที่แล้ว

      When they turbocharged the Predator 670 for their dragster, didn't they say they had another turbo kit? Sounds like just the thing! If I found a King Midget like that, not only would I turbo Predator 670 swap it, I'd update the lights, including a third brake light, not to mention the suspension and brakes with modern go-kart pieces!

  • @00goop43
    @00goop43 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It literally ended on a bombshell. Missed opportunity.
    Great episode though, entertaining as always.

  • @CLCIII
    @CLCIII ปีที่แล้ว +3

    EPIC Roadtrip! That's what a Roadtrip oughtta be!

  • @nathannichols7306
    @nathannichols7306 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    C90 and CarsAndCameras would make some HILARIOUS content!!

  • @Scott-ms3ug
    @Scott-ms3ug ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Happy 4th of July guys! Thanks for another awesome adventure!

    • @CarsandCameras
      @CarsandCameras  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same to you!

    • @eriknulty6392
      @eriknulty6392 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CarsandCameras CHANGE THAT REAR SPROCKET FOR HIGHER TOP END. NEVER GOING TO GET GOOD MILEAGE AT 3,800RPM!

  • @WaterfrontJustin
    @WaterfrontJustin ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love Beaufort, my favorite town on the ICW they always welcome my autistic kid on Halloween, such nice folks.

  • @michaelbishop242
    @michaelbishop242 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Amazing how far you’ve came in this channel. Been watching you for 5 years plus.

  • @hangover_adventure
    @hangover_adventure ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Charls brings more fun and happiness into the chanel. Keep the smile rolling 😂😋🤞🏼

  • @mikemartin2423
    @mikemartin2423 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love these road trip episodes guys and loved seeing that old racetrack and the OG shop again...keep up the great work and content 👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @grekygrek
    @grekygrek ปีที่แล้ว

    Im very glad Charles was yalls savior that one time...cuz hes just as much one of the CnC crew as John now lol. Ike is the OG, no one compares.

  • @kaseyjones4143
    @kaseyjones4143 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was a great video loved every second keep up the great job guys i bet yall had a good time after the vid was done.

  • @mten8965
    @mten8965 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You guys and that King Midget are rocking..😁

  • @cb175s
    @cb175s ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video
    Looks like a fun little car
    You could add a steering stabilizer and make the front end a little less scary. 👍

  • @odinthomas7390
    @odinthomas7390 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For the ones like me who wandered what that race car was, the number 72 one is a 1955 Dodge La Femme. Which is super cool to see one as a race car because there wasn’t a lot of them they where only made for two years (55 & 56) and where also spasticity made for women, very cool to see exactly as a race car

  • @Leon-og4eb
    @Leon-og4eb ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i love it, keep up the good work guys

  • @Hurtydwarf
    @Hurtydwarf ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That ending was the perfect opportunity for some Joe Dirt firework references.

  • @tracygreep9782
    @tracygreep9782 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love the vids guys keep it up❤

  • @mxdr65
    @mxdr65 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was awesome!! Cant imagine driving that little car 300 miles. However y'all did get robbed on them fireworks!!

  • @acunit1639
    @acunit1639 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    See if you guys could add a 5 speed trans out of a dirtbike with that thing so you could get some better mpg and upgrade the suspension with some adjustable shocks

  • @deadishelf2054
    @deadishelf2054 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    yall should all get microcars and supe them up and take them to something similar to tail of the dragon. would be a super fun special to watch!

  • @BEASTIE136
    @BEASTIE136 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Do you all think you could try and incorporate a radiator to maybe help keep the engine cool, or maybe try to figure out a way to cool the oil down? You could probably use a mini oil cooler that are usually mounted on cars for extra cooling. It'd also be cool to see it lifted with better wheels.

  • @hexboudreau2270
    @hexboudreau2270 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Holy crap this is my new fav episode no joke

  • @ChargerrentalCoandammo
    @ChargerrentalCoandammo ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Charles is my spirit animal lol
    Hope you got all your tools sorted dude,
    Happy 4th from Southend on sea UK, one day might try and do a mini mayhem lol

  • @JohnHill-jm7tm
    @JohnHill-jm7tm ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another great video Guys ❤️. This Old Man from Washington NC bets a lot of rest time needed afterwards 😅. Isaac love your socks 😍. Love you Guys 🛵🧔💝💝💝

  • @yoshiguy35
    @yoshiguy35 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Regulations killed all our fun

  • @jamesharris9352
    @jamesharris9352 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You need to put a lift kit on this King Midget!
    And put
    some mudders on it! 😉👍

  • @1byte4
    @1byte4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Charles is more funny when he's not trying to be funny.

  • @timwarf2737
    @timwarf2737 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Haven’t watched for a while, your videos are way better! Good job guys!

  • @shawngoldsberry747
    @shawngoldsberry747 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Its only half that distance to the international space station, wow you guys are amazing.

  • @WingmanJohnny
    @WingmanJohnny ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yins guys rock. Great job on the trip. Keep up the great work guys

  • @dustinwarren395
    @dustinwarren395 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i would recommend a live axle kit for the rear, and switching the steering over to rack and pinion.

  • @mikekemper34
    @mikekemper34 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm actually quite impressed that the 670 made the trip pretty good from what I've noticed!

  • @roadmaster92
    @roadmaster92 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video ,glad you all had fun.
    And glad the little midget made it as well.

  • @nhenderson2094
    @nhenderson2094 ปีที่แล้ว

    Isaac you are my hero. The world needs more cars like this. Commuter cars that when pushed can be road tripped. I don’t understand why nobody has revived these absolute beauties.
    Btw love the ragtop look, definitely a sweet touch. Honestly, I wish I had a micro car.
    PS. Thanks for showing us around your child hood work space, one of the thing I have always liked and respected about this channel is your down to earth, home grown content that is wholesome and family friendly.

  • @bonitajester3034
    @bonitajester3034 ปีที่แล้ว

    Moterbike Mike here, Dude the look on John's face was priceless when he started driving. Lol

  • @LittleSweed
    @LittleSweed ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tucking the bumpers and a little bit larger and wider tires and stiffen up the suspension and that little hotrod would be set.

  • @martinmcdoniel4551
    @martinmcdoniel4551 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Was cool to see the OG headquarters been a minute since Ive seen that. That trip was Epic just like the Tail 70 Trips you guys have made soo cool!

  • @ganprottas6259
    @ganprottas6259 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The hitchhiking scene was epic! The old CaC HQ brings back memories of the $50 go kart! With John hitting kids in the face with candy and hoping the car was okay, Chuck hitchhiking and Ike eating the candy that fell in the seat, lots of laughs were ensured to come. Stay awesome!

  • @megapixel2004
    @megapixel2004 ปีที่แล้ว

    I commute 80 miles a day to work and back. Gimme. Additionally, very very cool to feature the Occoneechee Speedway. I hope people never forget that track.

  • @randy12345557
    @randy12345557 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had a red king midget in the seventies. They need an overdrive. Engine working itself to death.... Love it!!!!!

  • @larrydavidson3402
    @larrydavidson3402 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    No matter how things go, these three guys, John, Charles and Ike always make the best of it and have a great time!!!!!!!!!

  • @jmrides777
    @jmrides777 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great run guys. Just watched the vid on the big screen. Go Midget king!!!

  • @katsumiskytower8714
    @katsumiskytower8714 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I miss the old place :) it immediately felt like back in the day seeing you pull up that driveway haha

  • @fm9572
    @fm9572 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have you considered a 'steering stabilizer' like the ones used on solid axle 4wd vehicles like Jeeps? It could be clamped to the long arm of the steering setup, using a gas filled monotube to absorb a lot of the 'road input' that makes the steering jerk and swerve. It would be a cheap fix for now.
    As for the shocks, Monroe has a chart in their online catalog that has the dimensions for each shock they sell, including the top and bottom attachment method. If it were me, I'd use it to help source a set of shocks, preferably KYB monotubes, at the very minimum for the rear, and the mounts if needed. It will make the car much safer and roadworthy.
    Just a thought. Love this car. Keep making her better.

  • @kevinsellsit5584
    @kevinsellsit5584 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well I'm glad you are still alive but if I were to sum up my opinion of the King's road trip -ability I would only need two words... *Adult Diapers*
    The parade was where the King was most noble.
    I also enjoyed the tour of Chuckies Castle. Long live the flat head!

  • @PatrickTolmie-fe1ty
    @PatrickTolmie-fe1ty ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys are crazy but that's something I would have done two good luck with your car happy fourth guys

  • @18wheeler77
    @18wheeler77 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Chuck stole the show! 😂😂😂

  • @geecee4
    @geecee4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool video and appreciate the focus on Independence Day!!!

  • @edwardtomlin8592
    @edwardtomlin8592 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man wished I knowed y'all was in town I been with y'all from the begining

  • @rosebooth7367
    @rosebooth7367 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely loved every second of that- Thank you. That's some kind of fashion trend that Ike's trying to start! LOL! 😜🤪

  • @Joseph_Headen
    @Joseph_Headen ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Next do that little red truck it would be a great project as well 🎉

  • @WesleyLewis-cg6vu
    @WesleyLewis-cg6vu ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is by far my favorite video

  • @Robrt32
    @Robrt32 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Y’all are dedicated there is no way in hell I would drive that thing that far. Whatever Isaac makes . It isn’t enough.

  • @BH5432
    @BH5432 ปีที่แล้ว

    1. Proper tires
    2. Rebuild the main drive. At least new seals but a good look over can't hurt.
    3. Re do the steering to something not trying to kill you.
    4. Replace/Upgrade the suspension so it again isn't trying to kill you.
    5. Engine mods to give it more power
    6. Larger sprocket on the main drive for a higher top speed so you can go proper highway speeds.
    7. Find a way to better vent the engine compartment so it can keep things cool. Maybe it needs a fan somewhere to draw air in.
    CVT's are nice but they require the motor to rev high where as when your cruising you want low RPM thus killing your MPG's maybe a new driveline is in order.
    Great series I'd like to see more.

  • @jeep2003
    @jeep2003 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome thats a long drive for that thing! I suspect the sketchy steering has more to do with the overpowered one wheel drive rear end. Doesnt matter you made it alive.