Will an ABANDONED old Jeepster RUN AND DRIVE after 20 years?

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2 жыл бұрын

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Michelle's dream may be coming true! We may have another project on our hands. This 1960's Jeepster has been sitting in a field for the last 20 years and needs some serious TLC. Can we get it running and driving the same day we bring it home? Check it out and see!
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@jerryfrasier8839 2 жыл бұрын

Michelle's original. Paul's we already know is going to be extra crispy

@carlcole294 2 жыл бұрын

Leave the orange one basically stock and build the other one.

@Earlywinters09 2 жыл бұрын

Agree. That orange one is so nice. Go crazy on the other one

@dacurlydac3042 2 жыл бұрын

I agree.

@TravMaxAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Agree with this, but the orange did look a bit better wet, so maybe a coat of gloss.

@Elkadetodd 2 жыл бұрын

@@TravMaxAdventures As a non-desert-living person, I love the faded desert look, so I wouldn't change it.

@williamd1891 2 жыл бұрын

I actually loved the rat rod paint of the other jeepster. But yeah, that stock orange paint looks good too. Just buff 'er out.

@CMcPhail 2 жыл бұрын

"We'll worry about brakes when we need them..." That needs to be on a shirt.

@2002trooper4me 2 жыл бұрын

Original build all the way! Love the old classics. It is too clean to cut up and make crazy. You can go nuts with the white one. Let Michelle have this one once you clean it up a bit. Love the content, keep it coming!!

@TheBabadush 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with my RVA brethren. Original for the red one.

@toddmummert8972 2 жыл бұрын

Original on red and go crazy on the white one

@mixgarage9810 2 жыл бұрын

Stock is best

@Wildlandfirefighting 2 жыл бұрын

Keep Michelle's original like she wants and build the other one, happy birthday Paul

@chrishammon9627 2 жыл бұрын

Yes do as she ask I totally agree😎😎😎

@Husky1run 2 жыл бұрын

Extra crispy 👍👍

@turloghsk 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely keep it original. It's got class. Paul has enough crawlers... :-)

@robertyouens7764 2 жыл бұрын

Happy wife, Happy life!

@Beandiptheredneck 2 жыл бұрын

Paul's got enough jacked up toys, let Michelle do whatever she wants 😉

@stout_tossme7541 2 жыл бұрын

This.

@KrazyMitchAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Paul: LEAVE IT STOCK.. The value in the vehicle, is in it being a stock Jeepster.. Happy Wife: Happy Life..

@bms9144 2 жыл бұрын

Save the LS Power and Toy front end for the other Jeepster Paul. Get it all stock n shiny and Michelle will love it. Besides, that old six is a survivor!

@MrTodd51 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, keep it reasonably stock and nice looking with new seats, new paint and if you insist a mild engine swap.

@forestkirk6761 2 жыл бұрын

It probably rides like an old wagon. I would lift it a little and give it bigger tires it will be much more enjoyable to drive.

@angrydingus5256 2 жыл бұрын

Man that thing looked good after just a pressure wash. My vote is keep it fairly stock but also capable ;)

@Donnut123 2 жыл бұрын

I really like how you include your boys in your work. Great to see!

@markdobson8513 2 жыл бұрын

The smile on Michelle's face was priceless when she saw it. It is awesome that you thought of her on your birthday.

@jdawson5998 2 жыл бұрын

Better yet: The smile on Paul's face when he saw that chicken!!!!

@KrazyMitchAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday Paul.

@Husky1run 2 жыл бұрын

How the shop dog 🐕

@samwalker3441 2 жыл бұрын

Original down to the stock hubcaps. You almost never see a classic stock ride anymore. Original. Can hardly wait to see how it turns out.

@archieletsyouknow5508 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree..

@jamesdavis9774 2 жыл бұрын

OE all the way! Keep it stock all the way!

@sidheathman1076 2 жыл бұрын

For your wife to be that excited is priceless she is absolutely a keeper you are a lucky man

@dingbat9801 2 жыл бұрын

Keep it original, love to see the classic stuff going down the road!

@jdub9554 2 жыл бұрын

I agree!

@Weptek911 2 жыл бұрын

Those little Buick V6’s in a Jeep were pretty badass. Keep it!

@ryanwatson6911 2 жыл бұрын

I think original is the way for that Jeepster. It has such a cool look and charm

@kevinm.n.5158 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely gotta respect it. We're stewards of this old technology, to save it for the kids who will grow up with Teslas.

@PaulBarwick 2 жыл бұрын

You've got two Jeepster's keep her's original and build out the other.

@BruceNitroxpro 2 жыл бұрын

@@kevinm.n.5158 , In other words, "We don't give no stinkin' credit to whoever owns it."

@theobstacle 2 жыл бұрын

Keep that old Dauntless V6. Great classic motor.

@mikebythesea45 2 жыл бұрын

Michelle may not burn the tires but she knows how to light birthday candles like a pro!

@canyonrunner 2 жыл бұрын

I have a healthy respect for the arguments for originality when maintaining a survivor like Michelle’s Jeepster.

@thisisconstruction. 2 жыл бұрын

I can’t believe how fast this channel is growing!! People work for years and don’t have this much success.. glad to see you succeed

@kokaneeflyer9235 2 жыл бұрын

Other than drive train it should be exactly as Michelle wants, just like Paul's rides are just like he wants them. I think it is awesome that you are doing this for your wife Paul!

@billbillinger2491 2 жыл бұрын

This is precisely why I don't have property...because too much 'stuff' would follow me home. I am jealous much. 👍

@justinscomp 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly Paul, this seemed like the perfect day. What more could a man want in life that what we just saw in this video? Happy Birthday!

@gregchurch 2 жыл бұрын

I did not think that was going to run. I am impressed! We need to more people like you to save these old vehicles.

@TerminusVox Жыл бұрын

This ride needs its own Playlist!

@richreeves8140 2 жыл бұрын

It's a classic. Original rebuild is my vote! Totally agree with Michelle.

@marklar6505 2 жыл бұрын

Quasi rebuild. Like find performance that will fit

@richreeves8140 2 жыл бұрын

@@marklar6505 Yep. Exactly.

@DandDClark 2 жыл бұрын

I say that Michelle should get to decide on her Jeepster how to fix it up, and Paul can go to town on the other Jeepster. Always enjoy the videos and the positive energy that you all project! Thanks for sharing! Oh, and Happy Birthday, Paul!

@Mike-zd9qz 2 жыл бұрын

When kaiser adapted the 225 to their jeep's they decided to install a very heavy flywheel to reduce the vibration of the oddfire V6. The flywheel came in two flavors 75 or 100lbs. The stored energy gives you incredible throttle control for climbing at very low rpm's. The downside is the T14a trans cant deal with the instantaneous torque of a hole shot on asphalt.

@ceisarsrepair7958 2 жыл бұрын

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAUL!!!! We Love your channel, your family is Awesome, we are looking forward to many upcoming years of your repairs and adventures! 👍👍

@Farm_fab 2 жыл бұрын

Keep it original, Paul. When I saw that Jeepster, I didn't think you would let it go.

@norevlimit 2 жыл бұрын

Keep Michelle’s original and do the white one up extra crispy.

@tomstotler1518 2 жыл бұрын

Restore - keep it original as possible as long as it’s safe.

@firewatch 2 жыл бұрын

The Orange jeepster looks awesome just the way it is. Keep it stock.

@kevintii 2 жыл бұрын

I love Michelle, shifts an old transmission like she has had it for years, and lights his cake with a torch. What a woman!

@dawsonstockholm316 2 жыл бұрын

Always a good day when fab rats and Matt’s off-road recovery post!

@duanestevens9789 2 жыл бұрын

Very true you are Sir! Love the banana is back alive!

@shanegaming2446 2 жыл бұрын

Oh yes

@chrisgriffin2587 2 жыл бұрын

@@duanestevens9789 banana is alive and in California on a secret mission!

@samael3223 2 жыл бұрын

Agree.

@duanestevens9789 2 жыл бұрын

@@chrisgriffin2587 yes I know and I can't wait for the recovery of the footage being I've been waiting since they said! I live in northern California and love seeing them close to home! Love the Rubicon trip too!

@jefft1978 2 жыл бұрын

Team original, get the engine running right, fix the brakes put some shocks on it and leave it alone. It looks awesome like it is

@Bryndeamer 2 жыл бұрын

Your relationship with Michelle brings to mind the lines from a prayer for marriage that my wife and I say every morning: "Verily they are married in obedience to Thy command. Cause them to become the signs of hamony and unity until the end of time." (PS We've been married 37 year. :) May your relationship with Michelle and your kids survive all the vicissitudes of this life.) Belated Happy birthday!

@raymondmora2642 2 жыл бұрын

Original is what she see. I respect that. I'm 60 now . But when I was your age. I had the same passion as you did which is nice to see. I admire your wife that she has your passion too my wife only drove anything that was shiny. I used to rebuild cars and trucks from 55 ,56 and 57th that was my passion. Now. . Arthritis it's a b**** I hope you take care of yourself not like the way I did not. I just ache all over have chronic pains I cannot do it anymore but I admire to see your you doing what I used to do. And I admire your wife to back you up that is the key to your passion. More power to you and God bless

@raymondmora2642 2 жыл бұрын

Almost forgot happy birthday my friend

@raymondmora2642 2 жыл бұрын

From San Antonio Texas big hug big love . Keep up the faith I love both of you

@petejoy6328 2 жыл бұрын

It needs to stay original all the way! It keeps its charm that way, and you’ll look great driving it!

@GoatOffroad 2 жыл бұрын

I like the idea of keeping it original. Maybe a few 😉 mods but nothing that takes away for its awesomeness 😂

@krubbor 2 жыл бұрын

You make me miss my Jeepster Commando. I paid a $175 dollars for a 67 Jeepster Commando which was over grown with berry bushes. Reached in turn the key and pushed the push button starter and it fired right up. Ended selling it to a buddy after I abused it for $500. He turned a sold it for $750 just for the running gear. No the body is in the field so the cows can scratch themselves against it. This video made me smile.

@carlauten 2 жыл бұрын

Great field find with the Jeepster Commando. It looks great after the pressure wash. I would keep the look as is, can't wait to see your future videos on this project.

@jasonbond6265 2 жыл бұрын

For Michelle's I'd do slightly crispy keeping the original look with a few updates in drivetrain and slight lift

@alsims8280 2 жыл бұрын

Make that Jeepster a nice little classy town rig for Michelle. The other one can be the Bubba truck. Thanks for saving them, and kudos to Billy Conn too!

@wesweber3880 2 жыл бұрын

Man what a. Blast seeing how much fun your having with the whole family. God bless you guys! Happy Birthday

@aktraveller 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday Paul. That's exactly the kind of birthday I'd love. I'd go with Michelle, keep it classic.

@samwalker3441 2 жыл бұрын

"Get that tire up here. Nobody eats for free here, man." Classic Paul. Happy birthday, Sir. It looks like it was a good one for a solid family man like you.

@scottbroussard9491 2 жыл бұрын

Keep the orange one original since it is for her and it’s what she wants so happy wife happy life

@jhaedtler 5 ай бұрын

This brings back fond memories! when I was a senior in High School I had a 1964 Buick Special Convertible . With a V-6 and 3 on the tree! You could stand between the radiator and the engine to work on it! I had so much fun with that car! Thanks so much!

@olemountainman3996 2 жыл бұрын

Happy birthday from an old country boy next door in Eureka Nevada! Really enjoy watching good old country folks having fun.

@freeidaho-videos 2 жыл бұрын

Impressive loading! It's Michelle's, she should decide. Happy Birthday Paul ! Love the new "steering receiver hitch." Nice idea! Michelle, you are amazing ! ! !

@wayne-oo 2 жыл бұрын

Any woman who lites Birthday candles with a torch is a KEEPER !!!

@inmyopinion6836 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree , Mom , Jeep specs all the way . A clasic like that even needs the original patina on the outside . NEW , stock parts everywhere else . That would make it far more valuable . ... And , CUTE ! LOL

@davidsnow1481 2 жыл бұрын

Who else lights birthday candles with a plumbers torch. Glad to see the old Jeep running papa dar looked a little disappointed that he didn’t get a longer ride in the Jeep. Happy Birthday Paul may you have a great day. Keep up the good work and stay safe out there.

@nextgenerationsustainablel6133 2 жыл бұрын

You guys are so incredibly blessed to have each other.

@kennethelliott2267 2 жыл бұрын

I think Paul was more excited about it then she was. See his face when she said we’re going on the road! Lol 😂 oh yeah I vote original and built the other one up.

@larrybe2900 2 жыл бұрын

For men it can be complicated. His happiness on his birthday is pleasing his wife with something special for her. ;)

@deltavee2 2 жыл бұрын

Original for the orange no o/s tires, give Michelle what she wants and go to town on the rock crawler. Happy Birthday, Paul!

@kennethbrown8723 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday Paul and love the Jeep! Looking forward to watching you get her all fixed up!

@Christopher-vf6kx 2 жыл бұрын

Haha, that is totally Paul's birthday gift. Love doing that stuff for my wife and she knows I get more enjoyment out of it than she ever will know or understand. Such a great couple and awesome find. :)

@rogerfry1819 2 жыл бұрын

Keep Michelle's Jeepster as original as possible. If the "young ones" are involved as well, it will make a great family rebuild!

@jeffreypinder9398 2 жыл бұрын

Dennis Collins is a great source for any information needed on this Jeepster. Great find!

@lavernagray3321 2 жыл бұрын

Same size tires and doll it up😀. Love you guys! You’re just real and it’s nice to watch family work together,

@HFG 2 жыл бұрын

Michelle and Paul are a perfect match if there ever was one! :)

@jessepitt 2 жыл бұрын

Keep it original! That way you won’t be tempted to wheel it and get in trouble with your wife. You have plenty of custom trucks but nothing stock. I grew up with an old commando. That old Buick 6 is actually a pretty good engine, just rebuild it and it’s a ripper.

@williamd1891 2 жыл бұрын

Can confirm that Buick 6 is a ripper. Slap on a 4brl carb and some headers and call it a day. My old H.S friend use to race a lot of different cars with a Buick 6.

@DriveCarToBar 2 жыл бұрын

And newer Buick V6 motors will bolt in plus he'll get 50 more hp. Get a buggy swap harness and keep the excellent fuel injection. No carb headaches off road. The motors are dirt cheap in pick a part yards. The BOP to Chevy trans adapters are cheap so he can grab any transmission he wants. Get a 700r4 and a 231 from an S10. Plus all the factory accessory mounts for widely available parts like alternators, PS pumps. Hell, even A/C if he wanted to retrofit stuff.

@BFVgnr 2 жыл бұрын

Those Jeepsters are amazing. Another project I'm going to keep watching

@Jj12915 2 жыл бұрын

Paul sneeking a look back to see how much rubber his burnout laid down, priceless!😄

@waltershowman5119 2 жыл бұрын

best birthday wishes to paul and thank you michelle for lighting his candles with the torch that made my day

@RJ-rn3uv 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome rip. Keep the car original, it is momma's car, so give her what she wants. Happy Birthday Paul.

@PapaFixit 2 жыл бұрын

Jeepster Commando Club of America Priceless source of help info and lots of folks in the Jeepster community.

@johnoksys7713 2 жыл бұрын

Paul & Michelle Keep up the good work I love the variety of vehicles you work on & recover

@simoneppstein9445 2 жыл бұрын

happy solar orbit day, Paul! yay for Michele’s new whip! leave it mostly stock!

@christopheralvarado9257 2 жыл бұрын

You know it's a good buy when it comes with a bottle opener on the dash. Nice projects lined up.

@offroad6309 2 жыл бұрын

Made me laugh when I saw the opener.

@CopeManMTNDEW 2 жыл бұрын

I'm amazed on how intact vehicles are around you guys. I'm from Ohio and I'm a die hard 4x4 lover. We don't have vehicles that are 30-40 years old running around much anymore. When you do see something old driving around you know you saw something more cool than any super car. The rust just comes year round with road salt in the winter and the summer time humidity. I save what I can. I got many projects. Getting anything rust free is a task and keeping them from rusting is a job.

@johndehaan1379 2 жыл бұрын

Paul never slows down. Man I wish I had your energy. Michelle is a lucky lady.

@georgeorwell126 2 жыл бұрын

Did you see that dinner cooking? Paul is the lucky one!!!

@Paul-ow6of 2 жыл бұрын

Keep it stock as you can. You’ve got the parts from the other Jeepster to use on it. You could really restore that Commando.

@timwinfield8509 5 ай бұрын

Michelle's got a grin a mlie wide driving the Jeepster on her first run. Most women wouldn't even get in that thing. You're one in a million!

@earlharrell7750 2 жыл бұрын

"She's A Ripper", I can't stop laughing every time I hear Paul say that! My wife asked me "What the heck is Paul Rippin' NOW"! I laughed some more. You all are the BEST! I love your channel!

@jameslund221 2 жыл бұрын

Paul’s smile when it started , just made me smile. Happy Belated Birthday Paul.🎉

@TimsBitsnPieces 2 жыл бұрын

I reckon you should do what Michelle wants seeing it's going to be her car.... Happy Belated Birthday Paul .... ~:0)

@andycalcutt2177 2 жыл бұрын

Original rebuild for sure !!! Myself and my Father bought one back around 1977. It was restored to the same color orange and a white convertible snap on top. It had a 231 V6 Buick Engine and three speed manual transmission. One thing that plagued us until a month before we sold it after three years. It would run perfectly for about forty or so miles, then just either sputter a few times and cut off or just cut off completely while pulling a boat to the Santee lakes. Soooo frustrating, after sitting beside the road for thirty minutes, it would crank and go again. My Father thought about taking the fuel line off one day to the carburetor, then blowing air back through the fuel line to the fuel tank. After doing that, it ran perfectly from that day forward. We figured it was rust in the tank or strainer. Hope this may help someone, it almost caused us to pull our hair out in frustration, lol.

@chrismartin6544 7 ай бұрын

Full build Michelle doesn’t know how much she will love a built Jeepster.

@jiujitsuforall8627 2 жыл бұрын

Brother, that Jeepster is friggin' AWESOME!!! I can just see Michelle toolin' down the road with that top-down on a warm summer day!!! Good job, Paul!!! You know the saying, "Happy Wife, Happy Life!!!"

@scottlagaly1389 2 жыл бұрын

So, my two cents is that since Paul is going to mod his, Michelle’s should remain stock. Maybe put bigger tires, but not so big that bodywork needs to be modified, and better engine/drivetrain if she wants, but again, keep the metalwork stock.

@johnlaws9853 2 жыл бұрын

Have you seen where they go? If they kept hers stock she would have to park hers at the highway and ride in with Paul!

@simplyrik1496 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely wonderful! Happy Birthday Paul

@mikej1389 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday Paul, love all your skills and attitude

@timmy420qc 2 жыл бұрын

I love the torch at the end lighting the candles! That was awesome!

@james94582 2 жыл бұрын

I was saying the same thing when I saw it... Or rather heard it!!

@hosshoffer7579 2 жыл бұрын

That was a hoot. I watch these purely for the entertainment, any fabrication skills I learn are a plus.😁Michelle, I believe you still owe us another karaoke video.

@farrendavis4143 2 жыл бұрын

What a HOOT! reminds me of the first time got the '37 Desoto running! the smells, the sounds and the wind in the face!

@mmartian1969 2 жыл бұрын

Since you have another one to turn into a crawler, I would say go with a mostly stock looking jeepster. Maybe a little larger tires with steelies and hubcaps, 6 point cage and some comfortable seats. Of course a good solid drivetrain for a good well rounded trail rig, grocery getter. Then go nuts on the other one to match up to the fj45.

@ryudark589 2 жыл бұрын

Keep the old girl the way it is a runner it’s rare to hear an engine run that well especially from that model I recommend you keep it stock

@pcolapaddler 2 жыл бұрын

By all means keep the orange jeep as stock as possible. No LS engine, no lift. Add nice wheels and tires, decent sounds system and A/C if possible.

@wheelieking71 2 жыл бұрын

2"- 4" lift & 31x10.5's! Keep it a nice comfy driver. Don't make it so Michelle doesn't enjoy driving it. That thing is so cool!

@raulmatias4938 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome can't wait to see it done. Happy Birthday Paul

@chethansen4255 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a huge original vote. I'm thinking a sleeper. Exterior all original with something awesome and reliable under the hood. Run a Ford EcoBoost and figure a way to get her A/C.

@bc30cal99 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday to Paul from southern BC. Love the new shop mascots being included in the videos. As an old guy who is likely old enough to be your father and married that long too, I'd suggest that it gets built to Michelle's specs on this one. Take care and good luck on your hunts this fall.

@cblondesreport 2 жыл бұрын

....this thing is amazing. Can't wait for her being restored !!! This project shud make u catch up to Matt's Off Road quite a bit !!! Rock On

@KR-jq6ru 2 жыл бұрын

Happy birthday Paul🧁🍦🎈🎈 Michelle I am so excited for you getting the Jeepster! Keep it Original…

@dandog7653 2 жыл бұрын

When you first showed this jeep I was afraid someone would figure out where it was and go get it before you could return. So glad you went back and got it! Happy Birthday Paul! --- would be pretty cool original, you could always jack it up later!