Alex Taylor Visits Merlin's Old School Garage

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Alex Taylor Visits Merlin's Old School Garage

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‪@MerlinsOldSchoolGarage‬ ‪@RidingWithAlexTaylor‬
Alex and Dennis Taylor stop by Merlin's Old School Garage and learn about some old school ways of driving. Alex is up to the challenge to drive the Model T and really enjoyed ripping around the diesel golf cart! Thank you for watching!
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@UncleManuel Жыл бұрын

Merlin is the cool uncle everyone wants to have fun with... 😁😎🤟

@dustys3320 Жыл бұрын

Merlin is 100% like my cool uncle that i idolized and ended up become just like. Teaching that to my Nephew now.

@brettmoritz3698 Жыл бұрын

Yes, if he doesn’t adopt me, I am willing to adopt!

@knowledgeseeker3188 Жыл бұрын

Great fun and memories created!

@brettmoritz3698 Жыл бұрын

I have never seen an in depth instruction on a Model T. That is incredibly crazy and completely opposite of anything modern. Thanks for taking us along for another great ride.

@MarkWYO Жыл бұрын

The look on her face when that Model T got moving was cool. Good times. Then the look on both their faces when they were hitting that throttle on the diesel golf cart.. imagine Merlins photo album of all his past builds.

@ThumperKJFK Жыл бұрын

Oh that was so so cool. Toy's and more Toy's. ✌👍

@jeffhairston9645 21 күн бұрын

I smiled the whole time this video was playing! Great job teaching Alex.

@scottwood2731 Жыл бұрын

100 years ago my great grandfather bought two model T s in Detroit. He and my Grandfather who was 16 at the time drove them with the whole family to Pasadena California. He told me the hardest part of the trip was holding the pedal in low gear for two days going over the mountains.

@KrisD007 Жыл бұрын

Cool story!

@MrGaryGG48 Жыл бұрын

@@KrisD007 It's fascinating to think about details of "motoring" 100 years ago, that are just lost to history if we don't record the stories of our aunts, uncles, and grandparents... and if we're really lucky, our great-grandparents! My dad just turned 98 a few days ago and he's the "baby" of his family now. We have several of our close relatives writing down as many of those old stories as we can, while we can. Me dad has two older sisters that still enjoy pointing out his misbehaviors from the mid-twenties and on. It is fun!

@chriskulpa4056 Жыл бұрын

That's a pretty amazing story. I couldn't imagine driving 30MPH all the way to Cali from Detroit. 11 hours to Myrtle Beach doing 70-80 is bad enough! How long did it take them for the whole drive?

@gawnfishn Жыл бұрын

How cool is that!! To have Alex and Dennis to stop by is pretty awesome!!

@JEreturns Жыл бұрын

Lots of patience and clear instructions provided by Merlin.👋

@chadepperson5609 Жыл бұрын

Always look forward to a new upload from Merlin!

@jumpinjack71775 Жыл бұрын

Classic cars and classic three wheeler, nice 👍

@goldenwheeledbanshee9160 Жыл бұрын

It was awesome 2 hear Alex giggle smile an laugh like a child. Great story behind that boat engine an bless u 4 giving it back 2 the family.

@drobousmc Жыл бұрын

Seeing Alex's reaction to the hot rod was priceless. Merlin always has the cool visitors which add something to the videos.

@thesalopgardener Жыл бұрын

Alex's face when she gets the T up to speed. Pure joy, and a little bit of mischievous twinkle in the eye!

@maddermax74 Жыл бұрын

its always great to see the younger generation be interested in classics the look of joy in her face was great

@XCHANGEDAVE Жыл бұрын

Awesome to see Alex Taylor racing in the house. It's a good feeling when you can impress somebody like them. It's nice to see the best of the best hanging out together. Thanks for sharing.

@michaelmcclure8673 Жыл бұрын

The one time I meet Alex at Tulsa race way park, she was rude and stuck up acting. I quit following her and have no idea why she acted that way.🤔

@chriskulpa4056 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelmcclure8673 Weird. I met her and Dennis at 131 dragway for Drag Week in 2018 and again talked to them for a bit at either Ohio or Indiana track on Drag Week in 2021. Were perfectly cordial.

@dnorman2134 Жыл бұрын

One of my favorites visits another favorite! How cool!

@stephenpoe2037 Жыл бұрын

History ! Wonderful History . Thanks for sharing !

@thman6453 Жыл бұрын

Good times with good people 👍

@morgansword Жыл бұрын

Your a natural teacher Merlin

@brucehurst9454 Жыл бұрын

The golf cart is awesome

@donlarsen9807 Жыл бұрын

Nice episode with your visitors Merlin! Keep them coming and keep growing! Until the next time! Stay safe healthy and happy 👍

@lonniet.2816 Жыл бұрын

JUST YOUR KNOWLEDGE ABOUT MOTORS ETC. BLOWS ME AWAY!

@minidigger1000 Жыл бұрын

Love it merlin Alex is a blast

@scubasteve7946 Жыл бұрын

This is partly why cast iron is used very often to build water control valves. Many folks don't realize literally every town in the US uses water control valves built from cast iron. Seems like the corrosion is the worst right at the water line where they get oxygen. But when they're submerged full time, it's almost like they have less oxidation and the metal lasts a lot better.

@shanevonharten3100 Жыл бұрын

. Rust is literally Oxidization, needs oxygen to happen. The bottom of the lake is extremely low in oxygen

@Husky1run Жыл бұрын

I think because of the difference water flow from blue sand and clay may help preserve the engine a little better internally with the oil my guess

@onefootfighter22 Жыл бұрын

Crankcase went under full of blowby, a lack of oxygen is the only explanation for the lack of corrosion. I've seen it before but never such a good example.

@theservant752 Жыл бұрын

Must have used some of the engine parts as sacrificial anodes.

@scubasteve7946 Жыл бұрын

@@theservant752 yep, that too. There were hunks of aluminum/zinc in contact that were toasted. The carb sacrificed itself to save the rest 😂. Every outboard motor usually has an actual anode attached for the same thing.

@johnwiggill17 Жыл бұрын

I keep going back and re-watching this video... so much fun! I'm also learing how to drive a model T Sooo Cool!

@michaellaughlin8457 Жыл бұрын

watta operation just to drive them things no wonder henry ford started changing things so early in the car game ! absolute treat just to watch thanks merlon n alex 🤗👍

@aaronmcconnell7358 Жыл бұрын

I enjoy watching Paul and Matt's videos ,but I learn the most from your videos. like today ,I learned to drive a model t.

@MichaelSmith-jv7zm Жыл бұрын

I have been watching your channel before I even knew that Paul was your cousin, I actually think I might have been watching you before fab rats. And to see Alex and Dennis at your home and the interaction with you guys was just awesome...

@berthongo8531 Жыл бұрын

The smile on her face!

@veteran234 Жыл бұрын

hey merlin love your videos, your so knowledgeable its second nature to you. your uncle would be so proud. god bless you and your family.....

@MacsSpecialitiesMotorsports Жыл бұрын

This is good entertainment! 🤟

@1944chevytruck Жыл бұрын

Love that golf cart!

@toddhiggins6318 Жыл бұрын

Merlin the Magician

@Blackandblueoffroad Жыл бұрын

What a great experience.

@RattyFlyer Жыл бұрын

We all learned how to drive that crazy car. So cool!

@RMonkey Жыл бұрын

This young lady is amazing, Her Father has got to be super proud of his baby girl. Thanks for sharing your experience and time.

@irench Жыл бұрын

You're a good teacher Merlin.

@shaneharrison4775 Жыл бұрын

Loved it

@randytolle6706 Жыл бұрын

Best explanation of the Model T transmission that I have been exposed too. I believe I understand it. FINALLY.

@lorenmeyer5290 Жыл бұрын

Great video Merlin, A man and all his toy's! Always look forward to every video!

@timothydockery534 Жыл бұрын

Alex and Dennis are great people I watch most of their videos. But what's really cool is how all the hotrod people on KZfaq are friends. That's why I love car people their all great folks.

@thomasdesmond2248 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video that young lady had a blast. Made this old man smile. God bless

@John_B_Fab Жыл бұрын

It's very nice that you had Alex and her dad on the channel 👍🤟 Saw her for the 1st time on Cleetus channel, i then subscribed to her Yt and Insta and i love watching her race! Her and her dad are both nice people to watch :)

@mattwilliams3456 Жыл бұрын

That grin and giggle is pure motoring enjoyment.

@dougalexander7204 Жыл бұрын

Merlin’s got a nice Model T. It looks like it would be a workout on a hilly long trip, but fun to drive. Much respect.

@desertd2609 Жыл бұрын

Awesome seeing the joy in one’s face when operations these oldies! The more I see this oldie of yours the more I could use your help with my 1908 IH.

@MerlinsOldSchoolGarage Жыл бұрын

1908 IH you have my attention now wow that is cool 😎

@desertd2609 Жыл бұрын

@@MerlinsOldSchoolGarage yes sir, family owned since 1912ish and right here in LHC! She could use a little love but I don’t know where to get it around here. One of the issues is the crank starter assembly decided to partially come apart, she last ran down the local Veterans Day parade 3 years ago before the coils gave out midway down the blvd. Like I mentioned before I will pay you for your time if you’re interested?

@mattbarker7739 Жыл бұрын

Cool golf cart

@richardharvey8939 Жыл бұрын

Love Alex and her Dad great collaborators. Awesome Family interaction just like you.

@chrisholland8235 Жыл бұрын

So cool

@lucasmcmillan6915 Жыл бұрын

I love that golf cart

@charlesirby9222 Жыл бұрын

"Oh my GOSH! What a small world...my favorite racer & her dad both at Merlin's house. I am jealous!"

@mm7686 Жыл бұрын

Just WOW!!!!

@Chris38908 Жыл бұрын

The Taylor’s are some good people Alex is a sweetheart her dad is very good at what he does with drag cars I mean everything he can build a car from the ground up I watch their channel all the time with fab rats Paul is good to him an Ben do great work love his channel too welder up I watched his channel Steve Darnell for a long time to an hour channel I have a great list of car builders on my KZfaq I watch daily so thanks Merlin for doing what you do love it .

@davidruppel1216 Жыл бұрын

"You have a lot of stuff that can kill you" classic!

@thatdave86 Жыл бұрын

Great driving instructor 🙂 Thanks for the content and efforts

@mph6502 Жыл бұрын

That's pretty cool Merlin!

@andrewholmes8337 Жыл бұрын

That motor is so unbelievable the science of how it servived needs it's own documentary.

@jackcreekbbq2328 Жыл бұрын

Some have the gift of teaching..... Merlin definitely has it. Great job.

@jberk8529 Жыл бұрын

Wow!!! That would be so much fun to learn how to drive that!!!!

@summitdave8782 Жыл бұрын

Awesome. I love it.

@robertr4193 Жыл бұрын

I am real glad I didn't have to learn how to drive one of though old cars it seems takes a lot more concentration to drive and control. Good job Alex driving it and you as well teaching her.

@renojalanan0287 Жыл бұрын

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@donlandenberg8126 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Viedo. It was great to see you pass down some knowledge. Very few today can drive a T.

@byronjobe2306 Жыл бұрын

That was so fun to watch. Love this channel.

@tomsbigtrucks Жыл бұрын

Merlin is the most patient cool cat how exciting for Alex what a treat!

@stuckinthe60s69 Жыл бұрын

Nextdoor neighbor when I was growing up had a 1916 model T Touring Car. He originally cranked it with his thumb over the crank handle as you do. Until it kicked back one time and broke his wrist. After that, he always cranked without his thumb over the crank - always under. If it kicked back it just pulled the crank out of his hand. No broken bones. Just sayin'.

@timadams6972 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Merlin, was nice to see the updates and the wonderful surprise you gave those boat owners. Love the golf cart. ty

@Mrintelligent2025 Жыл бұрын

Very cool 😎 👌

@jdfmfb03 Жыл бұрын

Love AT&DT thanks for sharing their visit❤

@wesgraham9588 Жыл бұрын

Thank You!

@jcnme Жыл бұрын

We Absolutely Love ALL of your videos Brother. Congratulations on OVER 100,000 Subscribers

@MerlinsOldSchoolGarage Жыл бұрын

thank you 🙏

@josephnickola877 Жыл бұрын

Dennis Taylor’s a pretty cool dude he’s an awesome fabricator

@charlesirby9222 Жыл бұрын

You said it Bub...Dennis is an unbelievable fabricator.

@scottsmith8056 Жыл бұрын

Damn Merlin I think you enjoy teaching more than building and we know you love that!

@SLCFarms Жыл бұрын

Fun fun leaning and ride in the T

@tomtribby2309 Жыл бұрын

That was so much fun Thank you Merlin.

@christodd9280 Жыл бұрын

Love to see the smile when she hits high gear.. Good Job!!

@PeterHatch-mx7zc Жыл бұрын

Good fun

@leolatch8011 Жыл бұрын

Good job, good instructor, c good instructions.

@kenmurray4232 Жыл бұрын

Always good to teach a younger generation about the old cars were about. This knowledge needs to be passed on before it is lost.

@Cybergasm01 Жыл бұрын

"It's got more power than Brakes" spoken like a true old school hot rodder lol

@davidjotblad6244 Жыл бұрын

Loved this you know everybody

@RyanSmith-yk6rp Жыл бұрын

Def the best teaching/explanation on the Model T I’ve seen. Can understand what it takes and understand how unnatural it is compared to modern.

@bigretardhalo Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Model T driving lesson

@MrLibertyLane Жыл бұрын

Great video! Alex was a trooper! Merlin didn't cut her any slack, let her learn her way through the unknown. She is a tough young lady!

@miguelgarcia5535 Жыл бұрын

Old school garage is officially a professional KZfaqr u did it without even trying u are a natural

@thomasbailey8306 Жыл бұрын

Great Video Merlin..That Young Lady was Funny when she started the old T...LOL..HAHA...

@frmerjed Жыл бұрын

so many toys, awesome man cave lol.

@jdfmfb03 Жыл бұрын

Best video of 2023 so far👍❤️🇺🇸🏁

@akelkhunter Жыл бұрын

That was so fun

@professornuke7562 Жыл бұрын

I see the Yellow Submarine there. They tell me Lake Powell is filling up again. Glad Paul, Ben and yourself got her sorted out, while you still could.

@mikemullay5622 Жыл бұрын

I loved watching Alex's enthusiasm for driving the Model T. And you are a great instructor.

@alkennedy1124 11 күн бұрын

Alex is a record holder now, 236.182 , and the record I think it is 235.046 on the salt flats, she got her 200 mile an hour club in the Southern California timing association scta, thanks it was speed weeks last week, thanks BigAl California

@skippyjones4195 Жыл бұрын

Hey Merlin you really make me laugh every time I see your videos and the KNOWLEDGE IS INCREDIBLE YOU ROCK BROTHER love you Brother thank you for sharing your life ❤👍💪🏻✌️

@bushmatt Жыл бұрын

Oh boy "if you can start it you can drive it" brings back a cool memory. When I was 13yrs my first job picking roots on a 3/4sec. By hand. For a farm 91/2 hrs greyhound ride from home. 1 month in I wanted to go to town with my pay 600$ (1 month 12-14 hrs a day Sunday off). The farmer pointed to a old gmc public works truck (crew cab about 1960) and said " if you can start it you can drive it" well a couple hrs later I was going to town ( i was 13yr old the town cops didn't think I was a smart as I thought I was haha.)

@johnstancato8785 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for entertaining us with truth and real life God bless

@CherokeesJeepLife Жыл бұрын

I love Alex. She is like the coolest chick out there. I also love the fact her and her Dad have the most amazing relationship. Also thank you Merlin for the lesson on how to drive a Model T. Extremely interesting.

@samthompson1270 Жыл бұрын

Merlin, you sir are an awesome teacher and a walking encyclopedia on all things mechanical. Thanks for sharing your videos with us. They are SO interesting.