Randy Grubb’s “Volkstream” Bus Conversion

Randy Grubb’s “Volkstream” Bus Conversion - Jay Leno’s Garage

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Randy Grubb is back and his latest creation smells like Oregon.
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@suicidalbanananana 4 жыл бұрын

Gotta respect a hippy that actually gets stuff done, stay awesome randy, all your rides are a work of art

@paxwallacejazz 4 жыл бұрын

Hey I get stuff done but it's all music

@jasoncarpp7742 5 ай бұрын

I love the music 🎶 of the late 60s.

@GMCOGRE 10 күн бұрын

yes he does. he has more talent in his little finger than any and all of the custom or hot rod shops you see in the tv shows these days.

@mobiledevto 4 жыл бұрын

Randy is my favorite guest. He doesn't take himself too serious. He really enjoys what he does and it shows. Thanks Jay for having him on.

@southwest3671 3 жыл бұрын

.......plus, he has a crystal clear voice. Easy to listen to.

@alexsaucedo4930 4 жыл бұрын

“I never knew he was stoned until I saw him sober” -Jay 😂😂😂 I like Randy.

@jasoncarpp7742 3 жыл бұрын

I'll tell ya. I was on the floor when I heard that, I was laughing so hard. 🤣

@gunnarthefeisty 2 жыл бұрын

where in the vid is that? I missed it

@mikehoncho9344 2 жыл бұрын

@@gunnarthefeisty 23:03

@kennethj1956 4 жыл бұрын

Man, this Dude crawled right out of the 70's.

@jasoncarpp7742 3 жыл бұрын

I agree. Randy Grubb looks like someone out of the psychedelic 60s to early 70s. And so does the bus. At least the bus has been tastefully modified where it counts. It hasn't been lowered and chopped to pieces, or stretched out of shape. The powertrain isn't some V6 or V8 engine. I like that it's a boxer engine powering this thing.

@thatguy2227 4 жыл бұрын

When this dude smokes a joint - the joint gets high.

@bosse641 4 жыл бұрын

He sure is a fun fellow.

@luciustitius 4 жыл бұрын

In fact the actual Volkswagen Campers still have the rotatable front seat. And I can tell you it is exactly as fantastic to use as the guy says, turns your T6 California into a rolling condo with penthouse roof. Unfortunately you can’t buy one of these in the U.S.

@YusufPetersenCPT 4 жыл бұрын

Yip..Yip....Yip...

@benjamingoulet8059 4 жыл бұрын

Lucius Titius I have a 74 camper westfalia, pop top, was passed down in the family from great grandfather. All original and still runs and drives but needs a rebuild.

@terrywindsor1310 4 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@johnygrasa 4 жыл бұрын

I think isolating the fuel pump would be next on the list

@watsisbuttndo829 4 жыл бұрын

Reeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee ad infinitum.

@gpalmerify 4 жыл бұрын

Sound deadening that vehicle would be like dealing with a can. A long trip would seem longer with the noise level it has now. What a fun machine though.

@Wearyman 4 жыл бұрын

Indeed. that started driving me insane after like 10 seconds. Thing needs some SERIOUS sound engineering.

@Spazik86 4 жыл бұрын

It is a feature - so you know it is working OK. :-D

@LaneHouse 4 жыл бұрын

I couldn't hear this comment over the fuel pump.

@will3346 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to see randy back on JLG. Definitely one of the best reoccurring guests.

@wercakkie 4 жыл бұрын

Ahhh the Ned Flanders of the automotive world! I love this guy!

@BassForever44 3 жыл бұрын

Good one XD

@dbr2355 4 жыл бұрын

Lol ....jay: "I think High is the key" Randy " that's the beauty jay...I'm always high"

@kylegilmore3810 4 жыл бұрын

@BRIANS LOST WORLD 22:55 "That's the beauty Jay, I'm always high. That's.. that's the great part"

@dbr2355 4 жыл бұрын

.. kyle and you got played are right ..its at 22:58 . I didn't make it up .😸

@Marauder252 4 жыл бұрын

It's legal where he lives :)

@musclecarmayhem3967 4 жыл бұрын

Well he is from Grants Pass, Oregon where weed is legal.

@RemiPut 4 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with that 😳

@jaywest4102 4 жыл бұрын

Too bad Jay couldn’t get Randy to come out of his shell and talk.

@MAGGOT_VOMIT 4 жыл бұрын

_Randy said, "Mavis" and Jay's Cringe-Level hit Infinity._

@mooremarriott2841 4 жыл бұрын

jay west Yeah these wallflowers are really hard work

@gustavoflorio5383 4 жыл бұрын

The guy is just living life!

@MAGGOT_VOMIT 4 жыл бұрын

@@gustavoflorio5383 _There's a Time and Place to be a spastic "Golden Retriever" or "What About BoB" and this ain't it._ _Credit for "Golden Retriever" reference goes to "Dig Byck"._

@garyfoster8880 4 жыл бұрын

All it needs is a oval shaped rear window Make it work 😎

@leelo5203 4 жыл бұрын

This guy Randy sure seems to be really living' and lovin' life. It shows in his art work.

@sink61 4 жыл бұрын

I realized towards the end of this video that I was smiling during the whole thing........mission accomplished.

@qqqqqqqq1407 4 жыл бұрын

22:53 "I'm always high Jay." lol

@PeaceSTAR253 4 жыл бұрын

"I didnt know he was stoned till I saw him sober."

@derickdoveglass 4 жыл бұрын

petiyo101 amazing !

@tezzrterry7485 4 жыл бұрын

He said it, Jay knows him.

@PBrown-mg4wy 4 жыл бұрын

Just the variety in this guy's work. Each piece has similar traits, but still completely unique and special. One of my all-time favorite car builders.

@gregoryfrech2310 3 жыл бұрын

Randy has infectious enthusiasm. It is part of his greatness.

@AaronHendu 4 жыл бұрын

Randy definitely has a style all to his own, and as usual, this vehicle is a piece of art.

@J-DUB-F1 4 жыл бұрын

He's such a hoot!!.....gotta love the guy!. A true happy spirit....I imagine he's like this all the time ;-)

@jamesengland7461 4 жыл бұрын

Great build. Great enthusiasm and joy and camaraderie. The man does what he loves and he's happy. Who could ask for more.

@sscbkr48 4 жыл бұрын

Love the split windows.. I added a snrf (from a wrecked microbus) to my 1965 VW w/a factory camper package back in '77. With a built engine and dual carbs it was a cool surf camper. A blast to drive and travel in. Biggest sunroof ever for sleeping under the stars! 😁 The kicker.. I paid $485 for the bus and 50 bucks for the snrf back in '77. Sold it for a paltry $2000 because few people wanted them. Now they're worth a fortune. Who woulda thunk.

@x1prodigy0x 4 жыл бұрын

“And this is a camper bed?” “It does!!!” Love this guy lmao

@sadiqmohamed681 4 жыл бұрын

This just made me smile! The sound of the engine, and the floppy gears stick brought back memories. My Dad had a 65 with the elevating roof. He replaced it with a 71 which I bought off him in 72, and ran for a couple of years. Many years later he bought a 72 Westfphalia which I also bought off him to use as a crew vehicle. I'm am amazed that the swapped engine still sounds like a VW! In the late 80s I looked at buying an 88 with 4 wheel drive and the 2L Passat engine, but ended up going with a Renault Expace, also AWD and a 2.9L V6, because it had more room. A friend has a 66 23 window which he has lowered and fitted with a 3.3L Porche engine! An insane vehicle, particularly since he lives in London.

@rabfallon4507 2 жыл бұрын

I guess all boxer engines sound the same with the right exhaust

@leeconstant7261 4 жыл бұрын

I missed randy grubb and his amazing work. The decoliner is still one of my favourite episodes.

@WarriorsPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

I like that Jay doesn't only show off the high end cars. This is what makes His show fun to watch. His general love of cars with a comedic taste. Thank you Jay.

@scottrichmond3400 3 жыл бұрын

This Randy Grubb guy & his vehicles are AWESOME! Love them all! Especially the DecoLiner

@MikaelLewisify 3 жыл бұрын

OMG...that is beautiful. So glad to hear that he didn’t cut up a real 23 window.

@chuckmiller83 4 жыл бұрын

That mans craftsmanship is absolutely amazing! Such beautiful work.

@thefreedomwarrior 4 жыл бұрын

I love this guy. Randy Grub is a true eccentric. Awesome dude.

@ForbinColossus 4 жыл бұрын

Randy at the Barbershop: "Give me the Luke Skywalker 1977 haircut"

@briantruck2284 3 жыл бұрын

😆🤣

@thomasfeighery5356 4 жыл бұрын

Wish I could hear anything over the electric fuel pump whine

@tedsmart5539 4 жыл бұрын

pump be buggin! typical Grubb

@notheisenbear5686 4 жыл бұрын

Step one, new fuel pump.

@Kawiturbo750 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, and what is that hanging underneath in the middle of the bus?

@Marauder252 4 жыл бұрын

I think it's mostly the placement of the microphone. Didn't see any of the small microphones on their shirts?

@3ducs 4 жыл бұрын

@@Kawiturbo750 There was mention of radiators under the bus at the start of the vid.

@bunnythekid 4 жыл бұрын

Aircooled enthuesiasts: You just cant improve on the VW Type 2 Randy Grubb: Hold my brocolli wand

@thhall459 4 жыл бұрын

this is a really beautiful modification that honors the original design. Bravo! I want one!!

@TiaCatR 4 жыл бұрын

What a great version of the VW bus! Randy is so creative and clever with his designs. It was very kind of him to say that there's probably something wrong with the shifter rod when Jay's grinding the gears LOL

@louk231 Жыл бұрын

I caught that too...There might be a little truth to that but what you said is what I initially thought too...What a cool guy..

@Dwumper 3 жыл бұрын

Randy is a mad genius with a contagious enthusiasm for cars. Love him.

@zwxq3 4 жыл бұрын

I love this guy Randy.. He's so ambitious and humble.

@jon623197 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic, words fail me!!! What a brilliant creation, from plans to build executed perfectly.

@Commentator541 4 жыл бұрын

Randy is a genius! He deserves a museum dedicated to his work.

@wayne-oo 4 жыл бұрын

That fuel pump would drive me nuts !!!

@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney 4 жыл бұрын

wayne -O Seriously, I've heard gnarly pumps on like 1000-hp drag cars that weren't that loud, I can't understand why it's so loud. I'd say the build isn't all the way finished, and he's got a cheesy inline pump just Ty-Rapped somewhere uninsulated for now just to make it run.

@MAGGOT_VOMIT 4 жыл бұрын

_You'd never notice it with "Randy the Cable Guy" riding along._

@OllamhDrab 4 жыл бұрын

Eh, to be fair they hadn't road tested before SEMA, that's the kind of thing to drive around and find out about.

@Johonavich49 4 жыл бұрын

wayne -O yea that whine is annoying. I wouldn’t drive that around.

@MAGGOT_VOMIT 4 жыл бұрын

_@ __27:30__ That's eerily the same scene in "What About Bob" when "Dr. Leo Marvin" starts wanting to kill Bob and takes Bob for a ride._

@robbiehancox5647 4 жыл бұрын

Love it when Randy brings something to the garage. Its always cool no matter what it is. Would be a hoot to hang out with these two.. Thanks Jay

@billeudy8481 2 жыл бұрын

What a terrifically talented charismatic guy. I love it when he shows us his work.

@benbond3433 4 жыл бұрын

This dude can definitely talk, but MY GOD is he enthusiastic and passionate about his work. Enough people can only dream of career happiness like this.

@TheGSXRninja 4 жыл бұрын

"Don't have to worry about people stealing it because this day and age people don't know how to drive a stick or use their mirrors. "Lol

@jasoncarpp7742 3 жыл бұрын

I agree. My first car had a 5spd manual shifting transmission. I wish I still had it.

@qdood 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jay.. isn't it about time for a restoration blog shop update?

@robertphillips6296 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, please!

@jerrytee2688 4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing, when he mentioned Bernard.

@jeffreyhurst9552 4 жыл бұрын

I had a 1959 rusty VW bus. They had 36 hp in stock form, nowhere near the 60 hp thrown out “off the cuff” near the beginning of the video. Incredible vehicle and an incredible builder/artist.

@colindubord4239 4 жыл бұрын

Working at a VW Dealership for a few years, I can really appreciate these old VWs and how brand came to be to now. Great Job Randy! Thank you Jay for your channel!

@pinsow55 4 жыл бұрын

Love Randy and Jay together, passion for days

@MAGGOT_VOMIT 4 жыл бұрын

_Creepiness for Years._

@MAGGOT_VOMIT 4 жыл бұрын

_Randy said, "Mavis" and Jay cringed. I think it's about time to walk "Randy the Cable-Guy" down to River and ask him if he sees the Bunny Rabbits._

@MAGGOT_VOMIT 4 жыл бұрын

@Joe Horn *_

@doonksg4738 4 жыл бұрын

I put a 13b rotary in a '75 delivery van years ago. Bolted straight in(with a boss plate) Man it was noisy and quick. Fantastic fun. Then someone decided to steal it. Takes me back to see this conversion. It was a bit of a thing here in Oz in the 90's.

@100Jeanluc 4 жыл бұрын

I really loved this bus, not sure I'd go for the air stream rear but it still looks great. Wow.

@jasoncarpp7742 3 жыл бұрын

I love the enthusiasm Randy Grubb has towards his projects. It's like he *wants* people to check out his projects with him. I'd buy a Volkstream if I had the money. I find it way more attractive than the later Vanagons of the 1980s.

@OregonGrown 4 жыл бұрын

"That's the beauty, I'm always high" ~ Randy Grubb You are a Legend Mr. Grubb

@edwardtupper6374 4 жыл бұрын

Simply gorgeous, well done again Randy and cheers Jay

@AnalisandoSampa 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome design to the VW bus, and it's a car that is useable and piece of art at the same time.

@ClintGrantham 4 жыл бұрын

I love Randy! And that smile on his face ... He loves the van as much or more than anyone.

@kw9849 4 жыл бұрын

Randy is a lovely guest! What a great guy.

@benson4u215 4 жыл бұрын

As soon as Randy said he takes priority on safety that made him an instant winner in my book

@rickb9238 4 жыл бұрын

I love the craftsmanship in Randy’s work. The bus looks fantastic to me and would be fun to drive around in.👍👍

@adampimentel9490 4 жыл бұрын

Always been a fan of Randy's work, great craftsmanship.

@jasoncarpp7742 4 жыл бұрын

I also love the enthusiasm Randy Grubb shows towards his projects. :)

@moebadderman 4 жыл бұрын

I have driven a mid-Sixties VW Microbus with a zero-to-sixty time in minutes, and Randy's version is immensely better, not to mention more appealing to the eye. The man is a genius.

@ZafarSami65 3 жыл бұрын

Randy is so upbeat and happy. A rare quality.

@edwardpeters4700 4 жыл бұрын

Randy's enthusiasm for automotive art is infectious. I hope his blend of quirkiness and craftsmanship carry on for decades to come.

@rsvsbg1608 4 жыл бұрын

Cool, that the old bloke is still around! Made me rally happy to see, there are still real men on this planet.

@TheAlmightySnobDog 4 жыл бұрын

Always a joy to see Randy on the Garage !

@joshuacheek5140 3 жыл бұрын

What a great guy. Wish I had that energy, seriously I feel like I would be able to finish all my builds if I had a good energy boost.

@jonathanwilliams4348 4 жыл бұрын

Love that guy, he's a funny, lovable genius; a metal artist.

@FYMASMD 4 жыл бұрын

Pissed off Pete is still one of my favorites. Insane build.

@Shumi-kr3tc 4 жыл бұрын

I agree

@pivkaaa 4 жыл бұрын

Jay entertains in his talk show, in his garage - in front of a camera. Randy entertains by building these imaginations :) So these two together are just a blast every time :)

@MAGGOT_VOMIT 4 жыл бұрын

_When Jay purchased the "Tank-Car" he didn't see the fine print on the Purchase Agreement that said, "Buyer Agrees to be Randy Grubb's, Bestest Buddy for Life"._ _Yesterday, Jay sighed heavily and his Chin dropped to his chest when "What About BoB" showed up._

@chefmike4414 4 жыл бұрын

They should have a separate show together were they travel around the country looking for weird car creations. Thumbs up if you agree, maybe we can make it happen 😀

@pivkaaa 4 жыл бұрын

@@chefmike4414 It would take a whole lot to impress Randy with something :) Maybe a diesel powered tesla would catch his attention for like 2 seconds :d

@chefmike4414 4 жыл бұрын

@@pivkaaa A diesel Tesla, you're crazy....I like it 😎

@pivkaaa 4 жыл бұрын

@@chefmike4414 exactly, but for Randy that would be so weak :) His Tesla would be powered by rainbows :)

@Donderi 4 жыл бұрын

I love Randy. Life is his canvas. May we all take inspiration from his work, his work ethic, and his enthusiasm. He who works with his hands is a laborer. He who works with his hands and his head is a craftsman. He who works with his hands and his head and his heart is an artist. .

@markp44288 4 жыл бұрын

Randy is a genius and maybe the world's most lovable dork. I always get excited to see him on the show! He's just a wholesome goofy delight. That treatment on the rear of the van looked kinda lame in the garage but boy did it look slick out on the roads! It really does have the cachet of an old Airflow... so much of Randy's work is like something you've never seen before yet somehow seems familiar. Brilliant.

@SwampGas703 4 жыл бұрын

dood Randy looks hella baked ; )

@cheif10thumbs 4 жыл бұрын

Trust me he ALWAYS looks like that! Real nice guy.

@verdict1163 4 жыл бұрын

His eyes just look like that

@scottjepson193 4 жыл бұрын

I noticed that right away!

@MrSapper21 4 жыл бұрын

22:56 confirmed.

@f1pace 4 жыл бұрын

He is Def. Puff-Master ~ !

@daytonkoop8534 4 жыл бұрын

what a great van. randy did an amazing job as always.

@docjody8624 4 жыл бұрын

Gotta love that lane-drifting, courtesy of Jay Leno! No blinker light.

@djfusion83 4 жыл бұрын

Let's take a look at the engine 13:00 Randy looks at the engine but says nothing and walks Jay out just to bring him back. Lol!!😂😂

@jody024 4 жыл бұрын

When he said he didn't cut up a real 23, my stress level went down. Now i can watch the video in peace. Randy is such a cool dude.

@JayL781 4 жыл бұрын

That fuel pump is so loud 😬

@TANGYHATCHY 4 жыл бұрын

You would think it has a turbo ej from that sound 😂

@That-Mark-Guy 4 жыл бұрын

I think the Stepbar was louder at 13:04.

@01AceAlpha 4 жыл бұрын

Whenever I see a classic VW Bus or Bug I can’t help but smile and feel good. Pure magic!😍

@kstoneace 4 жыл бұрын

I would like to thank you Jay for the many hours of entertainment. I absolutely love your show. I have learned so much from you and your guests. Your steam cars are just fantastic. And I love the super and hyper cars. I have one of the new C8 Corvette’s on order, can’t wait to try it out. Thanks again best show on TV.

@justchilling9442 4 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for Scooby doo to appear 🤣

@hTyKn1 4 жыл бұрын

9:50 "swing around the back to get his load out" I bet that many a young hippie has done that ;)

@chrishamilton624 4 жыл бұрын

Jay I think your series is great, as a mechanic i find it informative and as a car guy i love the cars. Your show has made me decide to make the move out to California. Thanks and keep up the good work

@4looming 4 жыл бұрын

What I love about both Jay and Randy is they're very intelligent and knowledgeable but never go over the your head with complexe topics.

@jamesellsworth9673 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the look at automotive creativity and curiosity! Upgrading to a Subaru engine was fine thought. I wish there had been a mention of the transmission on this one (other than it was a 4-speed.) The VW bus strikes me as the precursor to our current SUVs.

@redram5150 4 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of a Stout Scarab in back. Neat look

@oikkuoek 4 жыл бұрын

Never thought that VW bus could be cool, but apparently it can when in the right hands. Total fan of Deco Pods. In my opinion, the best thing ever, and would definitely want one.

@07canuck 4 жыл бұрын

Randy's enthusiasm is infectious!!

@Shumi-kr3tc 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome build, love Randy's work. Never disappoints.

@johnvalerian8440 4 жыл бұрын

Looks like a motorized Airstream.

@stevemic 4 жыл бұрын

Airstream made motorhomes

@johnturner4400 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah. I guess you could call it a Volkstream........oh wait.

@WhiteFox011 4 жыл бұрын

@@johnturner4400 LOL

@willythewave 4 жыл бұрын

It`s always good to see what Randy comes up with. He does amazing work.

@grahamstrouse1165 2 жыл бұрын

Randy’s such an ingenious guy. What a talent!

@seanclark8452 4 жыл бұрын

Jay needs a tie dye denim shirt for this one.

@harryballzack 4 жыл бұрын

Your NameHere 😂that would’ve been hilarious

@bunnythekid 4 жыл бұрын

Are those even legal?

@JasonSmith-rq6sj 4 жыл бұрын

Yes he does. Ill give him one. Send me the address.

@nigelcarruthers7301 4 жыл бұрын

Jay without a denim shirt?!?!?! You speak blasphemy, sir!

@lancetti4843 4 жыл бұрын

"Hey maan stop your war machine!" -- I lost it. Only time I've genuinely laughed at a Leno joke.

@quietguy1948 4 жыл бұрын

Love this fella... creative, artistic and a load of fun.

@reneeking612 4 жыл бұрын

I saw this Van about a month or so ago in Grants Pass, Oregon. I also saw Pissed Off Pete several years ago, Randy let me climb in and check it out. Nice guy,very gifted.