First Wash In 32 Years! Abandoned In The Woods, Can This Van's Paint Be Saved? Ford Super Van VGG!

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[ryaninwa]

Jared I don't know if the difference in format of this episode was intentional or not, but I absolutely loved how much more engaging you were with the camera while doing your work, and rather than a time lapse with background music we got to see commentary with a little fast forward rolled in. It really feels cleaner and more enjoyable overall. Glad to see the new spirit of the channel.

[beaseac]

I like the last idea... Something that would be affordable by pretty much anyone, something cool, and with some modern touches.

[klc]

I agree with you. Build the engine that’s in it (they are awesome, trustworthy engines) and keep the same transmission or another manual if that one has issues. Do something cool with the interior but keep it simple so it can still be used for a parts runner. Put some cool period rims on it (I always loved Cragars but Keystones were cool as well) and just drive and enjoy it. Can’t wait to se you and Derek together finishing this! You’re my two favorite Youtubers!

[Spike]

When I graduated High School in June of 1973 I drove across the country with 2 buddies; Massachusetts up to Canada, down to Southern California then up the coast. Our vehicle? A 1971 Ford E100 Van; 6 Cylinder, 3 on the tree! That was the heaviest thing I have ever done. Three teenagers stoned out the whole trip! 50 years ago next June.

I was gone for 2 months and spent $330.00, but it was worth it. What an adventure! Cheep thrills. Put Alice Cooper's "School's Out" into the 8 track tape player and CRANK IT UP!!

Your Van is a classic. Vanners love these old trucks. Econoline Vans were commercial vehicles and ran forever. Nice score. Thanks for churning up some great memories.

[mongo]

Found you through Derek's channel, and I gotta' say Im impressed so far. I love that you are saving such an awesome, often unloved piece of automotive history, and Im really feelin the idea of doing a period build and hot rodding the existing engine. As much as I love a V8, everyone does it and the Inlines get ZERO love, which is seriously sad as they are awesome engines. I just subbed to the channel, and I'm very excited to see where this goes. Much love from Toppenish, WA State. 🤘

[Hi-TechHillbilly]

A guy can definitely see the influence of you hanging out with Derek lately. Approved.

[vidsbychazzle]

Derek brought me to Jared, and im glad he did.Both these dudes are hilarious, like a car repair comedy duo.Like Gene Wilder and Richard Pryor with wrenches.Sub well earned!

[jameswhitmire]

Trust your intuition on this build Jared. It’s right on the money for this old vehicle. Can’t wait to see the interior and the new wheels on it! Thanks for keeping it straight forward and authentic.

[chaserwilliams]

This is one of my fav pulls from Derek. The big white 4 door Caddy and this. I think your idea of the period build is perfect!

[Jzatloukal]

Still really like the idea of keeping it simple. 300 straight 6 with EFI (factory or otherwise), add on overdrive, overhaul the suspension and that would be a great cruiser. The slot mag, side pipe freak van look would be pretty cool. Too much shag carpeting though and you might as well call it Pink's Pleasure Palace.

[beneacock]

I like the idea of keeping original engine but tuning it and period modding it. Like you said, it’s done so well for 50 years do right by the van. Keep up the good work 👍🏻

[AlanG]

I'm all for your idea! Period correct van. I've fixed a number of rust heaps and this isn't one of them. It looks great as it is. Some slot mags, maybe even Cragars of Keystones, side pipes, shag carpet interior.. That would look badass.

[ronjones]

Chop, channel, and a close shave Daddy-O! Hallibrand hoops, nerf bumpers, fuzzy dice, curtain ties in the windows and two surf boards up top. Don’t forget the purple over gold pin stipe all the way around.

[moparman]

Wow Jared, she came out looking really good! Nice work so far. Why not make her a lightly-hot-rodded, daily-driver, parts-getter with an 80's look and a quick-REMOVEABLE "party table" in the back? She could haul a driveline or new trans or a car door or hood in the back in the rain, right? ;)

[someonebald]

The "Barra" swap is appealing, but I think the "Retro Mod" idea is the one to go with. Just don't go mad with the fur and fuzzy dice!!

[vwharman]

New channel Jared is really killing it…collabs with other YouTubers, some tasteful editing and formats changes, a seeming boost in confidence in front of the camera for your channel, great stuff!

[evanruhl]

Definitely keep the 240 in there! Lots of comments saying "300s are easier to find parts for", but the two are identical except for the rods and crank I believe. An Offenhauser intake with a 2 barrel for a bit more HP and torque seems to be perfect for a period correct mod. If you decide to go 4.9, the stock MPFI really bumped up the HP, and a '96 will have mass air flow for a taller cam grind

[Rangemaster]

Take care of that little sweetheart and it'll love you forever. You getting it out of the woods made it very happy... it didn't like it out there. Well done, and thank you!

[chrisb]

your idea is PERFECT... As you said that thing is a survivor the BEST BEST BEST way to honor the van is your idea.. mag wheels... reliable drivetrain and brakes.. nothing crazy... just simple and reliable... LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT

[chuck]

I love what you've done. Now as for my opinion on the build.. I really like your last idea of restoring it to what it was before. I am a big fan of keeping it original. I do like the bench seat idea and mags, but DO NOT lower it! Keep it at its original height. Just my opinion.