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Barn Find Corvair Barn Finds

Fixing the Brakes and Taking the First Drive

Today I fix the brakes on the 1964 Chevrolet Corvair and drive it around under it’s own power.

This Week With Cars – Episode 0488

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Off Road Wrecker

Plumbing the Off Road Wrecker Air System

Today I work on finalizing my compressed air system on my off road wrecker and wire up the switch for the air lockers.

This Week With Cars – Episode 0487

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Car Show

Weirdest Cars You’ve Never Seen Before!

Today I went to the Des Moines Concours d’Elegance in Des Moines, IA.

00:00 Intro
00:45 Stout Scarab
05:51 Allard Clipper
10:42 BMW Isetta 300

This Week With Cars – Episode 0486

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Restoration Blog

Adding a Boost Gauge to the Defender

Today I install a new VDO turbo boost gauge to the Land Rover Defender to try and investigate why it is so slow. With only four pounds of boost it is no wonder it feels so slow.

This Week With Cars – Episode 0485

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Toyota

Off-Road Adventure With a Vintage Ride!

Today I attended the Tall Corn Cruiser Classic, an event for Toyota enthusiasts to get out and wheel their rigs. The event was held at MIOBI, Make It Or Break It, in the town of Hamilton, IA.

00:00 Intro
00:20 Emil’s FJ40
03:02 MIOBI Trails
05:14 Toyota Recovery
07:35 The Creek
09:30 Slab Rock
11:34 Back to Paddock

This Week With Cars – Episode 0484

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Restoration Blog

Can This Old Bulldozer Still Work Like New?

It is time to part ways with my 1955 Caterpillar D4 7U. I needed the storage and had to move it outside so it has to go. Lets get it out of the garage, finish it up, and say goodbye.

This Week With Cars – Episode 0483

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Restoration Blog

Restoration Blog August 2025

Today I take you for a tour around the shop and give you updates on the current projects.

00:00 Intro
00:12 MG MGC GT
02:00 Velocette Venom
05:28 Norton ES2
06:34 Ariel Red Hunter
06:45 Datsun 510 Race Car
07:01 Ford Bronco
07:26 Chevrolet Corvair
08:03 Chevrolet C20
08:17 Datsun 280z Rally Car
08:35 Austin Healey 100-6

This Week With Cars – Episode 0482

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Barn Finds

Barn Find Jaguar E-Type – Front Brakes

Today I attempt to get the Jaguar XKE stopping after being stored for years.

This Week With Cars – Episode 0481

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Barn Find Corvair Barn Finds

Barn Find Corvair Project Cleans Up

Today I attempt the get the 1964 Chevrolet Corvair pulled out of the barn and running.

This Week With Cars – Episode 0480

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Off Road Wrecker

How to Use a Sling Wrecker

Today I show you how to use the sling on the back of a wrecker or tow truck.

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This Week With Cars – Episode 0479

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