Sitting for 22 years. will it run? grandma's 1984 Monte Carlo SS.

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I bought my grandmothers old 1984 Monte Carlo SS, which was her daily driver when I was a kid, it's a car I've wanted my whole life. It's sat, not running for over 22 years. I finally got to buy it, and bring it home. We checked it over, and it now it's time to get it running and driving again!
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@soggypeanut9161 Жыл бұрын

I am ITCHIN' to see this thing after a fresh, proper bath. I feel like that paint is gonna look G O R G E O U S for its age! Awesome project, Taylor!

@davidklug6980 Жыл бұрын

It's been driving me crazy he hasn't washed it yet. I figured that would have been the first thing he did.

@tellydgt Жыл бұрын

DUDE THIS!!!! LOL! I am absolutely DYING to see him give this thing a good wash.

@andrewogden4168 Жыл бұрын

Exactly step 1 wash car lol

@IxTapewormxI Жыл бұрын

I wana see the Dude from AMMO NYC make sweet love to the paint.

@410Alec Жыл бұрын

Yeah I really hope Taylor pays a reputable detailer to do this thing justice. Itll clean up amazing

@insertfunnyname2771 Жыл бұрын

Hey Taylor please record the first wash after all the years. Seeing it come back to looking original would be awesome

@shannacollins4741 Жыл бұрын

He said he was doing a video afterwards washing and detailing it after he gets it running right !

@ClaytonF10 Жыл бұрын

Everyone on KZfaq waiting on that satisfying wash Timelapse and a Taylor just won’t give it to us 😢

@jrwallin4443 Жыл бұрын

My 2 favorite channels- Taylor and Derek with Vice Grip Garage! Please get Derek to ride with you in the Vette! And every time you start the Monte you need to yell “Bring the Thunder!” Love it, love the channel.

@metrickarma Жыл бұрын

A fella approves

@leighharron Жыл бұрын

Well I’ll Be Dipped

@Mastergeytion Жыл бұрын

I’m lookin rite at it but I just can’t believe it. :insert random hand gestures

@bubbabrown6917 Жыл бұрын

Fellas approved

@Not_Ferrari Жыл бұрын

I bet Derek's top 2 tips were to get a battery with a go handle, and don't even look at the brakes 😂

@isaacoakes3378 Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@MiGujack3 Жыл бұрын

It's fiiiiiiine.

@kristinewilson5353 Жыл бұрын

Check the spark-a-laters. Lol

@mrgoodbar216 Жыл бұрын

They didn’t even have to check the fuelmakeithapner or the digicals lol

@DustySteel Жыл бұрын

I bet your neighbor would be super appreciative if you welded his diff for him to solve the one wheel peel.👍

@SaitoTetsuo Жыл бұрын

Any time a monte is involved, I gotta like it. Its also really awesome as I also own an 84 monte that was also my grandma's. Also, quadrajets are black magic, they somehow run while also being broken.

@sweettee3647 Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see it washed up and clean. Your grandmother took really good care of it when she had it. And it shows.

@AverageJoeBuilds Жыл бұрын

I'm so stoked on this car. It's rad that it's history with you and your family but more so that you sought it out and are bringing her back to the glory she deserves! Killer work as usual Mr. Ray 👏

@gearbanginentertainment7476 Жыл бұрын

Sought after? It was at host family’s house lol

@AverageJoeBuilds Жыл бұрын

@Gear Bangin' Entertainment did you read? Sought it out. Went after it. Taylor had a million other things he could be doing than deciding to work on grandma's hotrod and turn it into his own lol 😆

@NovemberFoxtrotRC Жыл бұрын

@@gearbanginentertainment7476 sought out and sought after two different meanings

@spicysinglecam Жыл бұрын

My best buddy from high-school drove one of these. Miss those days 😪

@Tilpants Жыл бұрын

Pretty impressed how trouble free it's been so far, fingers crossed it's just general maintenance type things, keen to see how it cleans up!

@BassManBobBassCovers Жыл бұрын

Those 80's GM cars are so bulletproof. I had a 1989 Olds eighty-eight basically nothing could kill it. Really stoked for the detail video.

@john1bolen2 Жыл бұрын

Bulletproof? Not true

@SirVic42 Жыл бұрын

Loving the new body microphone action.

@deesnuts7787 Жыл бұрын

This man is a different breed. Dove straight into the mechanics with out power washing it first. I’m dying to see it washed 🧼

@Bootyspaghetti Жыл бұрын

That will be awesome to see your grandma drive it again after 20 years. I hope she is excited when you show it to her

@SteveLowe65 Жыл бұрын

Love this car! The cold start issue: the metering wells on Qjets are known to leak, and after sitting overnight, all the fuel leaks out of the carb into the intake, so it takes a few cranks to fill the fuel bowl again. When you rebuild the carb, mix up some JB weld (or other fuel-safe epoxy) and liberally cover the main and secondary jet wells on the bottom of the main body of the carb directly below the main jets. I'm sure you can find pics/vids of what I'm talking about, and I bet Derek has told you about that issue, too. Man I'd love to get my hands on one of these in that condition!!

@SteveLowe65 Жыл бұрын

I found this pic googling, shows where to apply: 1.bp.blogspot.com/-GPOoG6b9GCk/XkMIYLNY07I/AAAAAAAAX2w/PXsN93VC7OoSVuzaRNO8UHXJaBuFEUStQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1600/Img_2814.jpg

@mattmanyam Жыл бұрын

I second this advice!

@beratsbuilds Жыл бұрын

I love the energy between Josue und Taylor. Goofing around with friends makes working on cars so much better.

@dan19120 Жыл бұрын

My dad had an 82 Monte and an 82 Regal when I was little. When you were driving in the car I could literally smell the interior. Brings back mems

@knight838_ Жыл бұрын

This is the kind of car that just sits in the collection for the memories. Can't wait to see what becomes of it.

@hoffilosophy Жыл бұрын

First step should have been a pressure washer :-)

@DirtyDuramax Жыл бұрын

You should always have a fire extinguisher regardless if it’s a build or an old car or new or whatever. Even brand new cars go up in flames from time to time. Love seeing this come back to life. Especially with the sentimental value to it!!!

@ClaytonH1975 Жыл бұрын

Never been a huge fan of the Monte Carlo SS’, but man this makes me happy to see you get your Grandmas car rolling again. Congrats Taylor!

@davidgleason6400 Жыл бұрын

Taylor…that’s awesome. It’s got to be rewarding…one to have a childhood dream car with fantastic bones, and two knowing the memories you have and the connection you feel with that car, you can’t ask for more than that. I look forward to seeing how this build progresses, and the memories you create with phase two of the cars life. Take care and God bless…David.

@Dunctheman Жыл бұрын

Very cool to see, can’t wait to see it all shined up!

@chrisanderson4639 Жыл бұрын

This might be my favorite video of yours. The excitement in your voice is different than your other videos I can tell that this project is extra special to you.

@MrDroste Жыл бұрын

Love this for you! Last year I finally tracked down my grandpa's old 71 240z still in mint condition and the exact same as he had it in the 80's. It's such a good feeling to drive

@garyjohnsen8756 Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see more, great content 🙂

@Rebelieve Жыл бұрын

Love the content. Always looking forward to Taylor videos

@smittyjones8755 Жыл бұрын

I've been wanting an older car for awhile now and damn if this doesn't REALLY make me want one now. I love those generation of Monte Carlos.

@rickybarlow5918 Жыл бұрын

Derek from VGG is a legend. He would've said something like "check the digicools, sprakalators, fuel make it happener, put some good ol diesel oil in her, change the filtrey, put a wicks filter in her and carry a spare fuel pumpilator" 🤣

@SteveTheBeardedWonder Жыл бұрын

Let's go! I'm excited for this. 💪

@Slum1776 Жыл бұрын

What a unit! Easily my favorite vehicle you own now lol

@frankgeimer5952 Жыл бұрын

Your memories have to just feel so good today! I can't wait to hear what your grandma is going to say. I am sure that she will be proud of you! Thanks for reminding me of easier days!

@MastaT_150 Жыл бұрын

I love this, can’t wait to see the clean up! I wouldn’t have been able to hold off. These kind a projects that have a meaning or sentimentality behind them show and are that much better and your excitement show in the videos. Congrats this is gonna be an awesome build!

@JakeElston Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to a full car detail and cleaning video from you soon on this car! ! !

@michealfrench6488 Жыл бұрын

Love the channel never miss a video. Have to say though I was shocked that with all the fancy tools that you have you don't have a oil filter wrench .

@DougJosephDMJ Жыл бұрын

One of my favorite cars growing up. I am excited about this build. The fact that this was your grandparents car makes it even better. Hopefully grandma will take it for a cruise.

@paintballfntk Жыл бұрын

I’m so stoked for this build Monte Carlo= cool af It being in the family for your whole life= the coolest thing ever I love this channel!!

@carmon5229 Жыл бұрын

🔥🔥Badass🤘🤘 oil up them Hood Hinges before you crease the hood

@bradthacker9904 Жыл бұрын

I love this thing so much. Instead of sanding and powder coating that frame I do kind of hope you put a modern chassis under this thing. I'm assuming it's going be a forever car, so it would definitely be worth it. Plus then you'd have modern suspension, brakes etccc..

@SteveLowe65 Жыл бұрын

Wouldn't it be awesome if T-Ray could score a Roadster Shop or Art Morrison chassis for it?!?

@bradthacker9904 Жыл бұрын

@@SteveLowe65 Definitely! Schwartz performance makes a badass one for it to.

@SteveLowe65 Жыл бұрын

@@bradthacker9904 Very cool, haven't heard of Schwartz before, checking them out!

@jordanhillis1315 Жыл бұрын

Ain’t nothing wrong with a braced up g body chassis for what he wants to do

@acherontiaatropos1 Жыл бұрын

This would be super rad not sure if t-Ray would be keen, but it would make for a good series!

@friedtoast69420 Жыл бұрын

This is my most looking forward to build on KZfaq! Glad you finally got it and can't wait to see what you do with it.

@rogerhensley Жыл бұрын

Happy for you that you get to put your family's car back on the road that you have so many memories in after so many years. Definitely a special feeling.

@jasonwinter1616 Жыл бұрын

this is so cool man! stoked for you! i would update the suspension and brakes for comfort and safety, put some nicer wheels on it and enjoy!! Congrats again. I cant wait to see the video with your Grandma! I also think that paint will really clean up good, it looks to be in decent shape in the video.

@helplmchoking Жыл бұрын

Exactly what I'd do! Modernize the things that sucked on old cars (and if you don't think 80's brakes and suspension sucked, you've got some heavy nostalgia), clean it up nice and fresh, sort the wheels and tyres and just enjoy. Next step would be tidying that bay. No big mods, don't need 1000hp turbo LS or anything but something a little more modern and clean is all you need

@trumbley22 Жыл бұрын

@@helplmchoking If you think 80's brakes and suspension sucked, you're clueless. It's not sports car suspension, it's a smooth riding cruising car, and for that the suspension and brakes are perfect.

@helplmchoking Жыл бұрын

@@trumbley22 For this car maybe, but they still can't compete with a modern setup in terms of absorbing bumps without getting that soft, floaty secondary ride. And brakes absolutely were worse, that's just a fact, though the 60's and 70's were definitely a lot worse than something like this. I think the kit this car has was totally fine back in the day, though certainly a little more old fashioned than a similar German car from Mercedes or BMW at the time, but still objectively worse than what could be achieved with today's technology

@trumbley22 Жыл бұрын

@@helplmchoking Lumping all 80's brakes and suspension to be junk just shows you don't know a lot about cars. It's not a sports car, it was a family car. You can't compare it to sports cars of today, because it never was one.

@helplmchoking Жыл бұрын

@@trumbley22 No, and I'm not. But an Audi A3 sedan or 530i, both standard family cars, or even things like Cadillacs or like a 300c - none of which are sporty - will all handle better, ride more smoothly and stop far faster than a 40 year old Monte Carlo. There were some truly impressive machines from back in the day (we all know how great the OG GTR was in the 80's) but my point is that anything from 40 years ago cannot compete with an equivalent vehicle from now. A Testarossa can't hold a candle to a 458, a Monte Carlo wouldn't be as smooth, quiet or pleasant as a Lexus

@jonathoncook8367 Жыл бұрын

Super stoked on this build. I love me some old school muscle cars.

@yeti200sx Жыл бұрын

love the look of this thing :) shame we don't get anything like this in the UK

@foamdataservices Жыл бұрын

Mk 3 or 4 Ford Granada, FD Vauxhall Victor, Vauxhall Cresta, Viva Coupe, Opel Manta GTE. We did have plenty of all of those but they all rusted away. FD victors have a very US dash, there’s not a 2 door but they even have a reverse lockout gear lever and fake wood.

@thejo6331 Жыл бұрын

what a cool feeling to resurrect such a sentimental vehicle.

@ZeroFoxENT Жыл бұрын

Pretty rad. Only thing missing from this episode was giving this baby a bath. Would have been icing on the cake!

@gregfoster8737 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Can't wait to see it cleaned up and what your Grandma thinks of it! Maybe I'm seeing things, but did the BWM sitting in the garage go from White to Black?

@daricusfields5641 Жыл бұрын

So hype for this build! I've seen g bodies do really well in autox and drag spec.

@RussellBrosGarage Жыл бұрын

Derek is the man! Love this build can’t wait to see your touch on it!

@gustavcarpenter8663 Жыл бұрын

This is a dream car of mine!!! So glad you get to build one with your style and craftsmanship 👍🏼

@parkerbethke Жыл бұрын

Day 2 of pushing for a Duramax swap even though it won’t happen

@eyedeekay143 Жыл бұрын

It likely won't happen.. but not impossible!

@parkerbethke Жыл бұрын

@@eyedeekay143 imagine how cool it would be though. Especially if Taylor was doing the job

@MattyEngland Жыл бұрын

SMX

@RygarTheDestroyer212 Жыл бұрын

This car is so cool! I can't wait to see more of it on the channel.

@frankallen8440 Жыл бұрын

I've watched you get several cars running. But I believe that this is the happiest you've been. Understandably.

@partymstr4 Жыл бұрын

Man, hearing you open the door on this thing and hearing the good old G-body door squeak makes me really miss my old 84 grand prix! it was my first car and was so much fun. glad to see you getting this car back in running order and wanting to use it like its meant to be instead of just sitting. keep up the great work!.

@Fk8_Theory Жыл бұрын

The happiness i can hear in ur laugh while u were driving it made me smile! Congrats. If i was grandpa, id be super proud of my grandson.

@cameronlohnes Жыл бұрын

I’ve been waiting for another vid on this car!! Can’t wait to what’s in store for this car

@CraaaigV302 Жыл бұрын

I can't wait to see this beauty get cleaned and all shined up man the transformation is gonna be awesome

@nickluttmann9208 Жыл бұрын

I'm all in on this build keep it coming

@therickster4332 Жыл бұрын

Love these videos Taylor!! You are living the dream man!

@NovaRedHead Жыл бұрын

I'm so stoked for this car and the upgrades coming. I'd love to see your gma take it for a little rip down the block. It definitely needed the love that you're able to give it. It'll run 7's next year. Lol

@larrywilson6555 Жыл бұрын

Taylor. Bringing an old classic back to life is a great experience. Would love to see your grandmother drive it.

@davidkacs6933 Жыл бұрын

I love this car! Since I've been in highschool... Glad you're doing one of these, seriously. 🤘🏁🇺🇸

@mozzarellabmx Жыл бұрын

Loving this content , im doing a similar thing at the moment. Except in my dads XE falcon wagon which was bought new by my grandfather in ‘83 , it’s actually the car I was driven home in from hospital when I was born , seeing your joy with the big hit of nostalgia is getting me pumped!

@davidostrander3295 Жыл бұрын

One of my favorite cars from my childhood. Thank you for bringing it back to life!

@sbvlogs1050 Жыл бұрын

so excited for this build!

@bfdtyper Жыл бұрын

This just makes me happy! This old gem is gonna be such an awesome project :D

@justusbeason236 Жыл бұрын

Great seeing this. I think this is the motivation I need to get working on my 86 Monte SS

@sdcaclint Жыл бұрын

Hey Taylor. Great vid as always, but also have to say it's great to see Josue again too. Dude seems like a solid guy. Be well Clint

@hardknox1917 Жыл бұрын

My favorite or project you have taken on . The back story , the family history and it being a legendary car from that era , perfect storm

@TheOmw2000 Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! Can’t wait to see what ya do with this beauty. Makes me miss my uncles 85 ss black on red. One of these is on my dream car bucket list for sure!

@187producedit Жыл бұрын

i just found u from the previous episode and i’m honestly excited for this project, definitely gonna subscribe for the future of this monte !

@picklesgherkin Жыл бұрын

I love how he keeps putting the key in the ignition and taking it out and put it in and taking it out again😆

@angierobertson1368 Жыл бұрын

I've always wanted this car! ❤️ My uncle Bill was restoring one and he painted it a midnight blue, rebuilt the motor and transmission, ever since then I was in love 🥰😍🚘❤️🤣 I'd still would love to have one @ that year model/ body style.

@morettithanyou Жыл бұрын

Hell yeah taylor im so happy for you such a cool project and wow did it run good for sitting so long. Keep up the awesome work man your killing it.

@brentclark3627 Жыл бұрын

It’s possible, because the car was always loved, and taken care of thank you for all the great videos. Can’t wait to meet you someday at one of the events.

@jimmyzgarage5430 Жыл бұрын

Started watching your Channel back when you did the Cummins swap Ford. I am not a big drift fan but you have kept my interest piqued over the years and I've consistently watched your Channel. This is a project I'm truly excited about because I used to have one with t-tops and I wish I still had it.

@scootchymane Жыл бұрын

So rad! A little tip when fueling up. Use the gas cap on the right side of the plate when flipped down to hold it down. GM thought it out perfectly with those

@mattmanyam Жыл бұрын

There should be a little tab there specifically to prop the plate down with the cap. (Former Cutlass owner)

@alexmoody1318 Жыл бұрын

tha smile u had made my day man just shows how much this car means to you

@alex_static4483 Жыл бұрын

So Stoked to see this build !!

@NaxRydan Жыл бұрын

This is going to be an amazing build!

@life_bycars Жыл бұрын

Love it!!! totally outside your normal but super excited for the future

@jacobmoore921 Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to see this be detailed and looking fresh!

@jimmydouglas7966 Жыл бұрын

Keep up the good man love to see the old cars comn back

@jgott1745 Жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to see it cleaned up, that thing is SWEET!!

@Playa.P925 Жыл бұрын

I haven’t watched your yt in a long while I’m glad this video popped up Bc I love these big body cars, can’t wait for the content

@daricusfields5641 Жыл бұрын

It's an awesome car. Definitely earned a good bath!

@Cygnus307 Жыл бұрын

Sweet ride. I'm sure granny will be proud!

@shaunlatter5263 Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to see what it looks like after a wash n a buff.

@larrygoode1753 Жыл бұрын

I am so excited 😆 she sounds great and looks even better! My Grandma also had one. I would have loved to get it as well! I am always on the look out for one of these!

@robertdunaway9872 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful Monte Carlo! One of my all time favorite cars

@trueno2984 Жыл бұрын

I had this Monte Carlo as a hot wheel when I was a kid . I fell in love with cars ever since

@25thAnnv Жыл бұрын

As a professional detailer, I would love nothing more than to clean and "restore" the aesthetics. I wish I could just come down from PA.

@jimmyz2098 Жыл бұрын

Man - You had / have one cool Grandma, Brother!! What a car! My Cousin in Delaware had one just like this. I think maybe it was an '86 or '87 Monte Carlo SS. White like this one, but had some red and black accents on it. The badging, etc. That thing roared, and I was always in awe of it - and of him, for driving it. He always seemed to have the chics checking it out too. Wow. Memories. This is a killer car, Brother. Love it, and CAN NOT wait to see it... or at least I hope I can see it, when the final version is rolling. Beautiful classic, and what memories you've got. Still making them with this classic American ride!

@brianmanda4744 Жыл бұрын

Amazing to keep history in the family with a gem like that

@cjhott Жыл бұрын

My first car was a 1978 Chevrolet Malibu. I miss that thing all the time. Good job rescuing that thing and putting it back on the road. Can't wait to see what is in store for phase 2.