Rescuing an Abandoned 280Z Left Sitting for 20 Years in a Garage!

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3 жыл бұрын

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• 1976 Datsun 280z - Wil...
Today we rescue an abandoned 280z from the garage its sat in since the early 2000's!
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@JunkyardDigs 3 жыл бұрын

Click here to see it run!! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h7ubbNyIss7Tc6s.html

@jaydenlasater2130 3 жыл бұрын

Where has Mook been

@northernwolfhound7096 3 жыл бұрын

Spark module is left kick panel by driver .....probably the problem I've played with one before

@thomasworthington207 3 жыл бұрын

Can we see more on the 1976 Datsun restore please

@McFingal 3 жыл бұрын

@@AppleReviews this kid never finishes anything he starts. He had a video where he was working on something and then stopped because he felt like he bent every valve on every cylinder.

@ryansorenson2705 3 жыл бұрын

How do you find old cars like these? I want to find one and make it live once more.

@RyansuBike 3 жыл бұрын

"sometimes its just better to let them go" took me many years to learn that lesson and discover the catharsis of moving projects along I was never going to get to.

@Joseph-C 3 жыл бұрын

Yep. Turns out it's far less depressing to see somebody else fix up your old project and drive it around than to look at it rotting away in your own yard every day.

@Faithful_Tribe 3 жыл бұрын

Same lesson for women.

@haydona1845 3 жыл бұрын

@@Joseph-C This is so true. Sold my 1963 chevy c10 after it had been sitting in the yard for 5 years. It hurt a lot but kept in touch with the guy and man im happy I did. He put it on bags and put a nice v8 crate motor in it. Truck looked immaculate and was actually being used. That made me feel good

@RetiredRhetoricalWarhorse 3 жыл бұрын

@@Faithful_Tribe Only you can't fix up a person... you can only help them fix themselves.

@DenisKz 3 жыл бұрын

Yep, too far gone.

@Tarkov. 3 жыл бұрын

I love this type of B-Grade content. Don't feel afraid to throw failed projects up for us to watch.

@DieselWeazel 3 жыл бұрын

You learn more from failing and if you can get a free lesson on someone else’s failure, that’s money in the bank.

@ethanramirez250 2 жыл бұрын

@@DieselWeazel my dad always told me learn from others mistakes don't wait till u fuck up learn off others

@georgekircher4307 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the spoiler...

@tylerbushong9338 3 жыл бұрын

That horn sounds like is going through puberty

@tankthehedgehog105 3 жыл бұрын

13:11 It Does! 🤣 Even Though It’s Trying To Get It’s Original Tone Back

@orangie8426 2 жыл бұрын

Or someone goosing a goose..

@matthewgraham8935 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone else see how sad the old man was. He was Also crying if you pay attention. That’s how you know he loved that car

@IanSlothieRolfe 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I saw that, made me well up a bit too. Felt the same way when I had to sell my old Jag when I moved into a care home :(

@brianmef71 3 жыл бұрын

If he was, it was probably because he was glad to finally get rid of that POS

@wb6162 3 жыл бұрын

The car doesn't look like it's been "loved" in a long time.

@larryburwell8550 3 жыл бұрын

If he loved it he would not let it rot. He's crying because he's happy it sold

@wb6162 3 жыл бұрын

@@larryburwell8550 Possibly he's crying about a memory that the car triggered...but I highly doubt he cared about the car...just look at it.

@Jerkwad152 3 жыл бұрын

"Unfortunately for this car, it is fuel-injected." *plays Taps

@KacerRex 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 280ZX with the L28E, it's a super reliable motor and still a lot of fun to drive.

@unknownsoul13 3 жыл бұрын

@@KacerRex I had a 240Z, turned out to have 40 lbs of bondo for the undercarriage. EFI changed for 3 side draft Webers, ran like a champ but the top end was 85 mph. Fun car on tight curvy roads.

@jessiebickel2214 3 жыл бұрын

I don't know how you feel about japanese cars, but I'm sure we'd love to see old datsuns and toyotas on here

@billmaxfield7831 3 жыл бұрын

Love the 1970 Corona!

@DonLoBau 3 жыл бұрын

Imagine a 70s Celica 😍

@sir556 3 жыл бұрын

@DonLoBau 3 жыл бұрын

@@sir556 yes

@thomasschuler5898 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed would love to see some more japanese cars on JYD

@bobadam7021 3 жыл бұрын

That test light! I had one of those 30 years ago and I got it from a Kmart or similar box store. That thing is exactly one step up from finding it in a box of cereal.

@Sammyadams432 3 жыл бұрын

The 280z was one of my first so called revivals. I did 2 of them but that was back in 92' long before there was youtube. I was 12 years old and after I got them running and driving I was ecstatic. Unfortunately these cars don't get the attention they deserve and they end up like this. Glad to see one still on life support.

@dalehadley3283 3 жыл бұрын

As soon as I saw how much rust was on it,I immediately thought "Oh look, another Rotsun"

@goatee21 2 жыл бұрын

Come on Dale. You know there is only one true rotsun!

@DustyMacsGarage 2 жыл бұрын

I understand this comment all to well!

@mkshffr4936 3 жыл бұрын

Love those original Z cars and their predecessor the roadsters.

@jimrusso1988 3 жыл бұрын

Although he appeared sad, you did the old fella right by giving him a grand for that beater.

@_MOORE_1986 3 жыл бұрын

My friend has an Orange 260Z that's been sitting in their garage. Other than it being driven two miles down the road and straight back into the garage four or five years ago, it too has been parked in the garage for nearly 20 years or so. Obviously its a '74. Anyways, its in good condition. Has tires that look brand new which are wrapped around Cragar spoked chrome wheels. No body damage other than a few minor paint chips.

@camhoward310 3 жыл бұрын

Want to thank you for your Honda 3 wheeler videos. Got a 84 big red, took a while of tinkering here and there, and got her running a couple days ago. Your videos were instrumental in keeping on messing with it, since it wasn’t locked up. Got a parts bike that was and it donated a few parts. And to rub it in a little, the parts bike had a pristine fuel tank.

@danievermeulen1091 3 жыл бұрын

Well done on the decision Kevin and Mook, looks like wisdom came with time, stil a great car though, cheers from South Africa 🍻👌

@PaulyOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

When AC/DC fired up on the radio, Mook and I said "NICE" at the exact same time. Proof that Mook IS my spirit animal.

@billyhill2488 3 жыл бұрын

So happy to see this car go to someone that will hopefully put it back in reliable running condition. We need to keep the old classics on the road so the older generation can point out to the younger generation what they used to run around in back in the day. I've seen really clean examples of trucks I used to own out and about right down to the color and trim level and the emotions really got high remembering a more care free time in my life when I owned them.

@ourlifeinwashington4114 3 жыл бұрын

You two are a great team and I love your positive energy. Thank you kindly for all yous do.: )

@deeharris9635 3 жыл бұрын

Just getting these old car's running again is a plus in my book. They don't make them like they use to.

@distantcomets 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! I appreciate the segway to Steve's channel. I was looking anxiously at the timestamp asking myself how this was gonna end!

@soundboydesign1373 3 жыл бұрын

Canada here...sweet project...pullin it out n that first wash...epic...can't replace those feelings...priceless...keep turning that wrench... one love

@alexandercreekpaum8250 3 жыл бұрын

My grandpa has some good ol stories about those things back in the day. Love how us the people who wanna watch it can actually keep up on it!!

@saliemi1 3 жыл бұрын

Its a really pity its so rusted. Really good to hear and see Junkyard Mook's voice. Hope you guys are doing well and keeping safe.

@chrisbrown6780 3 жыл бұрын

AHHHH DAMN IT! KEVIN! Got me all fired up for ignition and it's like i got socks for xmas~ Can't wait

@discodubber85 3 жыл бұрын

That moral hits home, as I had to do this recently. I had a solid 84 VW GTI that I bought for $200 and spent a summer reassembling, painting, and getting running, pulling the engine and trans from a donor. I had the car for several years until something broke in the drivetrain. I no longer had access to the tools or space to fix the car, so it sat under a tarp for almost a year, slowly sinking into the yard until I finally couldn’t stand seeing it like that anymore. So I ended up giving it to my buddy in exchange for him paying to have the car hauled from Texas to Colorado.

@vinceradical8910 3 жыл бұрын

im from Australia. Ive seen plenty of 240Zs. but ive never seen old wooden snow sleds like the ones propped up next to the garage door. they were cool!

@autopeakdetailing Жыл бұрын

Nice! I'm working on one sitting for 22 years. Rare citrus green 280zx. Has window sticker. Great video.

@drawbardave6591 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome. I had one of these back in the 90's. Fantastic car.

@larrycroft470 3 жыл бұрын

You are such a fine young man as I have stated many times on your great channel...i am so glad you are doing well here on you tube. I just wish America was filled with more young people like you.

@I-watch-at-2x 3 жыл бұрын

I loved my 77 Datsun 280z..it was my favorite for road trips, so easy to work on and always started.

@Tjay0716 3 жыл бұрын

One of the best cars I ever owned ! Just fun to rip around in !

@varrunningtrains4112 3 жыл бұрын

No way! A Mcool video, a VGG video AND a Digs video! It's Christmas again!

@reidmiller4626 3 жыл бұрын

Kevin you downright are the best content creator I have subscribed to besides VGG. Great job keep on kickin.

@tihspidtherekciltilc5469 2 жыл бұрын

The only thing more satisfying than watching you pressure wash something is when I pressure wash something.

@tiergancampbell6864 3 жыл бұрын

I like how you've got all of those old rusty Fords and then an extremely tricked out 4 wheeler just crashing the party

@melvingibson4525 3 жыл бұрын

I smashed the like button hard. If anyone deserves the new shop and success, it's you guys. This channel actually takes the time to explain the technical aspects of things instead of the same tired influencer formula. Keep it up guys.

@toxiczebra5920 3 жыл бұрын

Y'all are living my dream! Having my own garage and doing builds and projects instead of repairing! Enjoy life and stay healthy!

@LarryDeSilva64 3 жыл бұрын

I have never let a car sit that long anywhere in all my 54 years of driving. I normally picked up used cars worked on them got them running right after I picked them up and drove them for a minimum of 5 years then sold, traded, or donated them. Cars I regret selling and trading were 1979 Cad Seville,1968 Dodge Charger, 1968 Chevy Impala,1970 Ford Torino GT, and a 1973 Buick Skylark and a 1973 Pontiac Grandville with a 455 CU V8 to name just a few. Thanks for the look at a really sporty car of its time that really needs major body and engine work to get back in shape.

@johndavey72 3 жыл бұрын

You've definitely made the right choice. There's many of us who made the fatal error of "it can't be that bad can it ?" 😂😂 and l definitely include myself ! Yeah , Steve told us to have a look at your first video . I do enjoy his show's . I live across the pond so enjoy his European taste . Thanks for sharing .

@alexpaumen3937 3 жыл бұрын

Holy Datsun 280Z! All the JDM lovers are likely going nuts. LMAO that horn coming back to life.

@DonLoBau 3 жыл бұрын

Can u imagine the views he would of got if he restored it. Missed Opportunity lol

@patrickriarchy6054 3 жыл бұрын

Yup it would've been awesome if he restored it. He only would have needed to cut, reform and weld in 30% of the sheet metal in patches and put in far more time, effort and money than it's worth.

@DonLoBau 3 жыл бұрын

@@patrickriarchy6054 true a lot of hard work, but could u imagine his KZfaq Ad Revenue. He would of made a shit ton of money on it. Plus it would of turn a completely different crowd towards his channel. Imagine Muscle and Import guys watching his channel. The views = $$. Like I said missed opportunity.

@patrickriarchy6054 3 жыл бұрын

@@DonLoBau True it is kinda getting boring seeing old truck after old truck. They've done a couple interesting ones like the Corvair but they are few and far between. It would be cool to seen any improvements or updates that they've done to former cars that they still own.

@DonLoBau 3 жыл бұрын

@@patrickriarchy6054 yeah I think for his channel to grow he needs to find a cool abandoned classic car and revive it completely. Not just getting it running like all his videos but literally restoring it. From full interior to suspension to brand new paint. Don't get me wrong I love watching all his episodes but dam it is getting repetitive. I really thought he's was going to go all out on the Bronco since they are getting pretty pricey now and are pretty popular now since the new Bronco is coming out. Idk theirs a reason why Richard Rollins from GMG is so successful, he doesn't just find a car and get it running he actually goes all the way with it. He needs to find a car fix it and raffle it to a viewer just like all the KZfaqrs now. When they do that their channel always grows.

@JustAWatcher5020 2 жыл бұрын

I need to see more of this car!! I love these 280Zs and I Really really want one!

@aspen2331 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video! I'm so happy to watch it!!

@edwardautrey3671 3 жыл бұрын

Remember when you waited for the new episode of Dukes of Hazard. Now we wait for Junkyard Digs . No complaints

@quicksilver8180 2 жыл бұрын

Kevin, 23 years ago when I was 18years old, I bought a 75 280 z from my neighbor that had it sitting in his yard for about 10 years at that point and it was well over a 20 Year old car then. Just so happened it was general Lee Orange from the factory. Biggest trouble I had was the external fuel pump on the frame was toast and seemingly hard to find parts back then. I used a universal pump of some sort and got it going. Drove it for a couple years and even though the body showed no rust the underside and unibody we're very bad. Like really bad. The car was a blast to drive tho, 4 speed as well. This brought great memories back for me.

@toms1348 3 жыл бұрын

That Nissan 2.8L I-6 is a fantastic power plant. It doesn't produce the crazy horsepower of today's engines...but for a late 70s emmmissions hampered motor, it did alright. Revs up nicely and sounds pretty sweet....Japan's version of the Iron duke, or slant 6..only a bit more refined! But equally indestructible. Fun car to drive too!

@luckylifeonwheels626 3 жыл бұрын

At 4:36 I see the rust on the wheel wells and it gets me thinking what do the floor boards look like. Lol

@robertlopez2598 3 жыл бұрын

not a failed project loved the recap great idea to send her to some one who can continue her revival.

@rustybritches6747 3 жыл бұрын

That was a sick little house that rat made for himself in the glove box!

@ozranch9479 3 жыл бұрын

Good idea, looking forward to seeing it on This Week With Cars.

@drundub73 3 жыл бұрын

Those Datsun Z's are frikken brilliant , nice find . . Your content just gets better and better .

@AntonioClaudioMichael 3 жыл бұрын

Good update Kevin @Junkyard Digs

@laurenceshipway9573 3 жыл бұрын

Twice in one week, love it thanks Kev!

@davidsantos8206 3 жыл бұрын

I had that exact equalizer/booster back in the mid 80's. It was the best $20 I ever spent. That thing cranked pretty good for a little pos. Thanks for the video.

@HEAVYMETALJSTYLES 3 жыл бұрын

Wow man I'm subbed to everyone you recommended except where the cars going, so I guess im checking out that channel next! Thanks man😀👍

@deadclutch 3 жыл бұрын

While I see the opportunity for a LOT of content with a project of that level, I can also appreciate what we normally see on JYD and sticking to more revivals, not endless blackholes of niche fix-em's. Thanks for the extra upload!

@functionalgirl1 2 жыл бұрын

Love love love 280 Z's. Had one once. It was an 8 cylinder drag racing. Had a Hurst shifter. I miss that car.

@donnie2533 3 жыл бұрын

Great video glad to see mook back.

@shackman9566 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you again Kevin and 🐮 Mook.

@lpajnkiher4929 2 жыл бұрын

Ngl... I'd kill for one of these, saw it once and immediately fell in love with it. I have been convinced that it's the most beautiful car I've ever laid my eyes upon and I'm never going to change my mind on that.

@wendellperkins7605 3 жыл бұрын

Good call on getting rid of it. I had a 1973 240Z back in1980. Bought it cheap with a locked up engine and it had been rear ended. I fixed the body and got it running but it was rusty and ever bolt would break off trying to work on it. What a pain in the ass.

@sullivanautorepairandmecha8268 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are awsome i habe learned so mich from u guys thank u and keep on keeping on.

@tyleratomic 3 жыл бұрын

This makes my Japanese loving car guy heart happy.

@AndrewHCann 3 жыл бұрын

Wild after you fix up some wires up got some electric stuff work even the engine turn over amazing to me and horn beep sound like old Ford Model A car Lol ! Yes sometimes some vechile can be handfull to fix up and I had my share too also took awhile to repair too! Excellent short video and did lots could do!

@jonrau5988 3 жыл бұрын

"Tuning" the car horn was quite amusing.

@CPthetooladdict 3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow this is a gem!!! Can't wait to see more of this very cool ride!! Worst thing about those old Japanese cars is they rust bad!! Lol

@jonnybgood1079 3 жыл бұрын

I live in Canada. My mom had nine of these 240Z and 280Z they are almost indestructible they have the same L Series engine as the 510 but two extra cylinders. As usual the body rusts out but the drivetrain will go forever. I hope you do something with it. Love your videos as usual. Thanks Jonny

@fazerainbow5674 3 жыл бұрын

great video kevin cute little car defianlly well worth the fixing thats for sure thumbs up and shared

@kevinhorning3624 3 жыл бұрын

cool, i did this same gig when i was young in the 70,s. most everything ran again. fun. just plugs and points.

@CravingClassics 3 жыл бұрын

Cool deal .. enjoyed watching this one ! 👊🔥

@rileyenia9388 3 жыл бұрын

Power washing all that grime just looks so satisfying

@bruceleealmighty 3 жыл бұрын

Zs are fun to play with. We have rebuilt 240s, 60s and 80s. They have all had the same rust issues, but we live on the left coast.

@giannikkoeruiz6879 2 жыл бұрын

Digs and mook have outstanding love

@sylvainleseur1072 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks to share.

@grimsley9989 3 жыл бұрын

Aaaaaand, the first song that you hear is Acca Dacca. What a beauty, what a classic!

@fredy.aleksander 3 жыл бұрын

weeeeeeeeee i'm waiting for this !! great videos man !! seeya !!

@chriswills9530 3 жыл бұрын

This was more ASMR than "Will it Run?", with that power washing sequence. Thanks for the update and for your straight-talking, "not my thing" admission. It helps us normal folk to hear this from someone like you - there's too much faking and shady work on FluTube and your contribution is both interesting and honest. Oh, and that battery wasn't a "Big Boy", so much as a regular size in Mook's tiny paws =;-))

@AliasUndercover 3 жыл бұрын

Nice. I love those old things.

@morgangallowglass8668 3 жыл бұрын

A touch of heartbreak here. Love those little Z machines.

@honorrolls5415 3 жыл бұрын

I so agree can’t save em all yourself. Great idea to cut n run. Thanks for another enjoyable show. Any word on the power tour ?? Bill in Fort Wayne Indiana

@ShadeTreeKennyT 3 жыл бұрын

The new shop looks good Kevin!

@RearEngineShop 3 жыл бұрын

I love old Z’s. Would love to find one for a project some day. Holy cow is this one rusty. 😳

@Not-Great-at-Gaming 3 жыл бұрын

That Z's been... Thunder struck!

@richardleblanc9078 3 жыл бұрын

Love the garage Diggs looking good

@Yolo53769 3 жыл бұрын

That horn coming back to life was great 🤣

@ronniesulsh8603 3 жыл бұрын

Thank god your gonna save this 😀

@jamescameron9420 3 жыл бұрын

Great car! And great job!

@makaylaslater5247 3 жыл бұрын

Yes another 280Z I have a 72 240z coming here soon my sister has one down south and bringing it home this summer.

@honovijones8441 3 жыл бұрын

Great content as usual.

@BELLEVERIC 2 жыл бұрын

actually cool to see your work on other than domestic cars

@kc0lif 3 жыл бұрын

280z cool. glad you got ford bronco going. and pontiac gto.

@JoseFlores-fl5pk 2 жыл бұрын

Lol after watching a bunch of episodes I might think that Junkyard Digs is a play on words. Junkyard Digs for the diggin around or finds in junkyards.. But, also Junkyard 8 (equal) D's from hearing all the jokes n the blooper movie. Its funny to me, but just a thought hah. Im still a new sub coming from the Nolan Sykes episode, but I've seen lots of episodes now. These are my first time actually watching actual revival videos and its dope.

@steelers19571 3 жыл бұрын

very nice to see mook again

@kempmonaghan6336 3 жыл бұрын

I love the datsun z cars its awesome to see you do a revive on one keep the videos coming

@johnnymack8442 3 жыл бұрын

Hey if the radio works. Everything else is secondary.

@Donald__Trumpet 3 жыл бұрын

YAAAH ANOTHER VIDEO

@mrade5321 3 жыл бұрын

Mook made an appearance and the horn worked. I would consider that a success 👍

@trail-wolf4x4 3 жыл бұрын

If you dont name this the Krusty Krab its a missed opportunity

@seenile6962 2 жыл бұрын

Blardy good content bro, love your work. All way from Nz cuzzy. Chur

@kdmcbri 3 жыл бұрын

There’s an 80s Ford Ranger XLT (not 4x4) for sale here in King George, Virginia. 45k mileage tucked away in garage until recent times. They’re asking $1800, I think.

@theraptorsnest5891 3 жыл бұрын

That's half the country away from IA. LOL

@kdmcbri 3 жыл бұрын

I know, I grew up in Waterloo. 😬

@bartdaw6681 3 жыл бұрын

I had a 1978, they are brutal rest buckets. I got a letter from the manufacturer advising me that they increased the rust warranty to 36 months and at 38 months I had perforation rust. Great car to drive though and I still have the factory service manual.