Rotting AMC Javelin Sitting for 25 years Will It Run? - NNKH
A subscriber contacted me about picking up this AMC Javelin for him until he gets back from serving in Syria. This thing is pretty rad and I'm glad to see it going to a guy who loves AMC's!
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Gotta keep the side adventures, Keeps it interesting and helps set you apart from others. Love seeing all the random stuff you guys do!
I'm not always loving it, but it's just his style and it's fine. I mean, Camarata, Matt from Diesel Creek, Wes from Watch Wes Works etc. They all fun to watch cause they are not the same and they all add unique touch to their videos.
Have you seen his older videos where he goes urban exploring in and around old buildings? Pretty good if you like that kind of thing.
Whether it’s watching Gus dance and dine or Jen singing or cooking a classic burger or jumping in your prop boat on a chilly day. It’s all good Chris. I look forward to watching your content. Peace and Respect to you and your family.
I like how he hassels the cat, and the cat puts up with him . LoL 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Yes ! Couldn’t have said it better
If he sells motor I’d buy it. Just motor tho let me know thanks ✌🏻
@@paultremblay2410 not sure what the heads are, if the previous owners put 6inch rods in, cam choice etc. But if you really need that 400 shoot me an offer
@@benlamb469 I’d do 300$ on it
javelin was worth saving, looked solid actually, strip it down , rebuild it, then drive it. Rare...RARE car.
I think your adventures are sometimes better than the actual main content, I think it set's you apart from other youtubers doing the same content and it makes you unique. hope they continue to be in your videos.
Life is all about the Detours!!! Leave them in.
Thanks for the feedback Jeremy!
Absolutely
@@NoNonsenseKnowHow The 'detours' aren't why I come, I have my own 'detours in playlists, by hey: They're easy enough for me to skip past, and sometimes, like on the old jet boat that needed some TLC to get going, it was enjoyable to watch. So my 2 cents would be to keep them in if you want, I can skip them easy enough when I want. I like your videos. I'm glad Jen is getting her own channel. Keep this channel auto related and the MAJOR distractions to a minimum, then people who want to see Jen can go see Jen. That would appear as a win/win for me, I'm here for the auto work, not to ogle some other guy's wife.
The detours are always welcomed!
Normally, I don’t care to watch videos backwards, but I’m slowly going through all your videos, and I love all the adventures y’all bring us on. Keep up the good work young man.
Same! but im just leaving KZhead to decide my watch fate! lovin these videos so far
The best thing about your video is all the different things you do in your videos. Keep doing what you're doing exactly the way you're doing it.😎👍
Detours can lead to the most interesting and unexpected finds. Keep 'em coming.
For $1000, that jump pack should start a rocket ship!!!
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A grand! No thanks.
@@corydriver7634 They have smaller versions. The 10,000 amp is overkill for most people. But when you need to jumpstart a completely dead semi-truck when its 15 degrees outside, nothing else works better.
@@STAYTUNED69 i'm getting my CDL and I think I'm gonna invest in one of these thanks for the tip!
@@corydriver7634 Yeah well worth the price
I had a 1968 AMX #1550. Loved that car. Had a 390 HO. 4 speed. It had a diet of corvettes. I believe this Javelin is beyond bringing back.
1:36pm5/10/23 absolutely not. You are the best communicator talking through your videos the whole time giving comments on why you should do this, why you shouldn’t do that, is very interesting. You never act cocky or goofy when you narrate through your videos that’s what I like about yours the most. You sound like a very genuine person and you and your wife, the way you both get along with each other makes most of us envious. Keep up the good work,love your videos ,the best so far. PS your wife is a incredible singer. Good luck to the two of you and never stop making videos. If you ever run across a Suzuki X 90 please mention it as I am always looking for parts or a complete car.
Thank you for helping one of our service men. I can’t imagine what it must be like to reach out to a stranger and have them happily take on the task. I like the distractions. Plus if I don’t, I can fast forward.
It was awesome...Chris is a real class act, folks may not realize that aside from driving to a different state, he spent the entire day in the cold pulled that beast back to his house then proceeded to actually work on it and refused to take any additional money for labor, parts or storage 🫡🫡🫡 People always say don't meet your heros...I will have to disagree in this case
@@benlamb469 hey Ben, I dig the lifted rigs! 😎
Sweet that gus got a burger of his own
Taking a break during these projects is part of a real life. Your videos are real down to earth with your regular life mixed in and that's what makes them so enjoyable. Plus you always keep things positive with a sense of humor. Love your channel.
So that's where that Javelin went! I was watching it on Marketplace. Great parts car and looks like he got a smokin' deal on it. We've got to keep them AMCs alive! Thanks again for your service, Benjamin! -from a fellow AMC enthusiast
Hell yeah Brian, if you need any parts let me know
@@benlamb469 are you the owner
It has a 1969 grille and a 1970 front bumper but the tail lights are 68/69. That is a trunnion front suspension that AMC used up through 1969.
Interesting. Thanks for the info! The owner said it was definitely a 68 but when I looked up front end pictures I realized it looked more like a 1970. Didn't bother to look up the rear end differences. So it probably is a 1968
@@NoNonsenseKnowHow The 68 would've had the VIN on the top of the passenger's side spring tower (that someone cut a hole into). If there's no VIN on the dash in the usual spot, definitely a 68. If there is a VIN on the dash, the second digit will tell if it's a 68 or 69 by having an 8 or 9 there.
Can’t you use the “Guide” on the marker lamps or taillight lenses to find the model year,quickly? Unless,’68’s and ‘69’s are the same lenses.
@@myleslong5584 as I understand the guide indicates when the first year the lender was used. Gets you close enough for most things, but could go a few years even for taillights. 1970 had a one year lense and this cars is from before that.
Always enjoy seeing the AirBoat in operation.
Don't change a thing. I like the little detours and my favorite videos are when, you, Jen and Gus do the fly n drives! You're a constant reminder to enjoy life
That is a Sonic Turbo Muffler designed by David Vizard and a friend of his. He has a video on his channel about a zero restriction street legal Muffler. He talks about designing that muffler and selling it to a large British Muffler company. David Vizard is an absolute wealth of knowledge and pleasing to listen to.
the mini detours should 100% stay in your videos. it's something thats kind of unique to the format of your show. plus they give your episodes some nice variety. 👍
Thanks man I appreciate your feedback!
keep the detours in Chris!
Those Javs with a 401 engine out of theAMC wagons were killer on the dragstrip! 2000 lb. Car w/ 400+ HP. !! Something to watch!! Eats 'em UP!!
I like the detours, it's nice to have a window into other parts of the world. For those who are not interested it's easy to skip ahead a bit in the video. I really enjoyed your drive through the Carolinas a while ago. I used to live in Japan and the idea of rolling up to a roadside campsite for the night is such a foreign concept it might as well be another planet.
I love the old Javelins. When I was a teenager I wanted a Javelin or a 1969 Mach 1. I got the Mach 1.
They are definitely neat cars! I personally would take a Mach 1 though
You did well! Both are gorgeous cars. I always loved the variety of Mach-1s I would see at car show back in the 90's, the packages and color schemes are awesome seems they have all been retired to a garage nowadays.
@@NoNonsenseKnowHow ask you ask , I think you should keep the content mixed up . I personally find it interesting , you always switching it up and keeping the viewers on their toes lol … BTW , I’m a big fan of the channel brother !!!!!
@@NoNonsenseKnowHow do a cleaning video of the car , pressure washing / interior cleaning type deal ..
Knew a girl who restored a Javelin in the early 90s and it was a really cool car because it was so unique. Didn't see too many of those on the road back then, even fewer now.
Man bro you are one hell of a mechanic that's pretty awesome.
ok Chris...my immediate reaction to the initial start of the engine was "MAN!!! This freakin' dude..." as I went into a smile...
I think it’s worth saving ! The guys is right, if his heart is real in it he will make sure it gets done
well I was having a rough day until I seen a new video from nnkh...yesssss.
Something a lot of people didn't realize a lot of AMC's were built in Canada. Enjoy the way you do your videos, keeps them interesting and it doesn't make them boring or drag on, like with others who make long videos. I like Turbo the Cat.
You are such a dedicated youtuber!!!! Quite a guy to brave the elements for the sake of your followers. thanks I always enjoy your videos and detours
Oh Brother. Thanks so much for the airboat ride. It was on my bucket list. Hey, I love the Javelin. All it needs is.........well, you know. It needs a little TLC😀
My dad has a 1969 amc amx. It’s Like the javelin. It’s a cool car. I revived it and I’m working to rebuild the 390 for it and swap the temporary 304 out of it. He’s had it for many years.
Never part with it if possible. The AMX is getting very rare and are some amazing vehicles. My friend when I was young had a AMX Mark Donauh edition that came with an amazing multi color interior. 37 years later and he still has it.
I have a '69 AMX as well. Shorter wheelbase than a Javelin.
@@Mike-xt2ot he bought it in 83 for 1300 dollars after he wrecked the one he had in High school. Nice Texas car barely any rust. Swapped everything over into the shell of a car and it’s been together since. It was taken off the road in 96 because of brake and wiring issues. Also the front trunnions are worn out. Needs a new hood. The old one was from his first car and is really rotten being from Chicago. It has a lot of life left. I did some rewiring and now the tach and the key is fully operational and it drove to where it sits. Will be going back in the barn it sat in once the tractor we are fixing up can drive again.
I know this video isn't about it but your truck is a gem. I have wanted one just like it since I got my license. It's really cool to see one that isn't all clapped and rusted out.
I've seen a lot of mechanics on KZhead the last few years. You, however, are next level in my book. I'd place you in the category of automotive "magician." Love watching you do your thing with these old cars. Keep the videos coming.
Dont change a thing buddy, love the spur of the moment changes. keep it coming.
Your detours are always worthwhile Chris..keep on keepin' on!
Don’t change…I enjoy the way you and Jen and Gus take time for yourselves in the videos you make!,
It hurts to even watching video, that car is a classic. Who leaves such a beautiful car sitting in a field with the hood up and the windows down for 25 years....
Brought back memories. I had a 68 Javelin for 36 years. The same res color. One of the best cars I ever owned. Sold it because I didn't have time to restore it. I found a collector that wanted it for his collection.
My absolute favorite muscle car! Nothing looked so cool!
I'm a huge fan of the Javelin, and AMX. The only problem is, there is virtually no after market support for them. Unless you have a complete car, it's going to be a full time job locating parts, and who ever has them, will want a premium for them.
On the other hand, the custom made stuff can be pretty cool.
Almost anything can be fabricated with enough money and time. But the biggest problem is money and time.
the side adventures man makes you who you are love your shows cuz of them
I enjoy the detours. For me it’s part of what I like about your channel. It’s like a glimpse into what we all do.
You get a thumbs up just for the fact that you are helping one of our service men while he is doing his job protecting our freedoms we as a people sometimes take for granted! So good on ya! BTW just came across this video so it’s the first time seeing one of your videos.
How is spending trillions of dollars accomplishing ABSOLUTELY NOTHING keeping us free? I'll wait for your response....
@@MrPaige222 by the simple fact that you live in a place that you can voice this opinion that you have without worrying of someone knocking down your door and making you disappear because of what you wrote. That my friend is a part of being free!
Keep on keeping on Chris! The detours are enjoyable and keep it real! We all live a little vicariously through these videos. So thank you!
The more content the better. I do enjoy the side stories so I'd like to see them continue on.
I like the way you switch back and forth. Don't change a thing 👍good job..
I’d love to see more old AMC. They don’t get a lot of representation in revivals
Love to watch you and Jen and Gus go on Adventures along with the car work. Will be boring with just the mechanical stuff . Keep up the great work. A fan 😊
To the gentleman who bought this javelin thank you for your service sir thank all you men and women for your service and may God bring you home safe .
Are you kidding me? A ride on a airboat in 20 degree weather hell yeah I'm in! Love the sidetrack you edit well
I think most people don't watch you only for the mechanical and restoration parts, sure it's like 90% of your channel, but it's also to hang out with you in a way, as you're a cool guy, so it's pleasant to spend close to an hour every episode and see what you're up too, even if it's just hanging arround on boats, or road trips! You make the channel, not only your content buddy, keep it up
Man I can't believe you work outside all the time in the cold. Credit to you. Love the channel. Love the life videos, like the detours and when you travel showing after the day of work and then a little play. Keep the same thing going.
I like the air boat part. Add more!!!
Hey man. That's my buddy Ben! He really is a crazy AMC dude ! We both owed Fsj cherokees . Have helped each other out over the years !
Awesome! Yeah he seemed pretty excited to get this. Very happy to see somebody sees the worth in it! Better than going to the crusher
@@NoNonsenseKnowHow it's the same deal with the old fullsize jeeps. I have bought them rotted in half before . It's all the small parts that help out so much when can't find any aftermarket stuff. Your the man for helping him !
i come for the projects and stay for the detours. Great episode!
that 2 knob Pioneer Super Tuner took me back to my Uncle Dennis’s Monte Carlo in 198?? But it was before Mtv anyway. Pretty awesome to see again!
I like the interludes, no airboats here in the UK so good to watch. Gus is a star also.
I’m glad you told us about the property you are trying to get. Every time I see you moving stuff around in your cramped yard I think you need more space
Those AMCs are pretty hard to come by even here in the states. You just don't see too many. I think they are cool and the fact that they were an independent auto maker, to me makes it even better!! It does look pretty rough but decent interior and it's definitely a runner!! Might be worth saving!
If you enjoy putting it in the videos we’ll watch it, hell ill watch it either way. You do you man, you’re doing great!
Please stop saying that people are not interested in this stuff! I and many many others are only interested in these old cars and salvaging stuff that would normally be destroyed! Really interesting video and great knowledge of the starter system! save EVERY partt from these classic beautys!
Dear Chris Jen and Gus, your channel just gets better and better, cheers from England.
i used to hang out with a girl who's dad was into javelins and he built her a bad ass amx..that car was stout..and that was in 1991...so yes its worth saving as rotted metal can be replaced and other parts can replaced also...i mean hell..there aint but so many left ..so might as well save what you can.
Love the detours and side adventures! It's inspiring to see how you live your life and learn so much at the same time. For example I wondered how the oil heater worked, and then you showed it 👌👌
Rockin the Javelin and my Love for AMC. You! You!!
About the D-Tours: I think you just must do what makes you happy. Better for the long run. Keep it up!
Hey Chris and Jen. I think that the Javelin is good for a few parts and not much more. And I have always filled my filters when possible and never had any kind of an issue from doing so. And your jumping around during the videos is fine by me. 👍
Given all the rust and deterioration, I’d make it a parts car. Just not worth putting anything more into it at this point. Enjoy your channel, appreciate all the hard work you put in and the knowledge you communicate.
I’m an “off the beaten track” kind of guy, so throw in the remote area scenes as you choose. Also, props to you for taking care of the soldier’s javelin. A HS buddy had one back in the day and the Cragar mags really set it off.
If it's not real, it's not worth it. I think viewers like us watch videos like yours because there's more than enough hype and mega dollar videos filling up youtube. They're like candy, nice every once in a while, but you can't live on it. NNKH, Vice Grip, Sparks... you all make us feel like we're along for the journey and hanging out with our friends. Love your little family and appreciate what you do. Just keep it shiny side up and greasy side down. 👍
Your detours are what makes this channel what it is! As a fellow licensed mechanic, I love all your content. Keep up the great work
I like how you take your time to explain things keeps it interesting, thank you.
Keep the boat excursions Chris, I think they're pretty cool. Good luck with your purchasing of the river property!
Love the being out on the water love seeing a little side of the day in the life
No never leave out the detours, ever, it's part of what makes this channel different from others and who goes out in an airboat in winter?? You do. Keep the detours please
Detours on video: Good. Detours with Jan: Great. Detours with Gus: Priceless
The javelin is one of my favourites.
I love that you've got that crazy airboat. Pretty rare to see that up north. I think you should also have a hydrofoil. I once crossed from Bolivia into Peru on a hydrofoil doing roughly 80 mph across lake Titicaca. And yes that is Beavis's favorite lake.
Love the detours, yours are always interesting! Glad that old Javelin got saved from the crusher - might be a little too far gone to restore, but def lots and lots of good parts. Great video as always man!
Love the diversions. Told my wife recently this ch is my fave for the random side adventures.
You are living a lot of peoples dreams. Keep it up. Terry.
It's tough to say what the right thing for that car is. On one hand, it is a relatively rare car, and we need to save as many of them as possible at this point. On the other hand, it has been engine swapped and is worth less money, and needs a ton of work and very scarce and expensive parts. It is a very tough call. I would say that is worth saving due to the rarity and the fact that these cars are quickly rising in value.
The firebird hood would be cool wall art. I am surprised noone has snagged that yet.
My dad showed me your channel, I love it. You show us tips, for working on projects, and into your life, which is inspiring. Keep up the inspiration.
We love the air boat footage!!!!!!! It must have been as cold as a frozen pizza!!!!
Your videos are awesome the way they are
Did gus get a mini beer after his mini burger? 😆
I had a 1968 AMC Javelin. My Dad thought it would be a good safe car for me. Lots of power for an 18 year old girl in Detroit.
Go Navy! Beat Army! Grew up in a AMC family, too. Mom drove a chocolate brown Javelin in the seventies. Big V8, don't remember which one. I had a '68 Mustang, and the Javelin was quick. Thanks for bringing Gus.
As far as the side journeys... We know all work and no play makes for no fun. I like the side shots. They make you seem way more personal and pleasant and down to earth (or by air boat ;) ) than many others who wrench. You're a great guy brother. You're doing great. My cousin had herself a green Javlin, I think it was green. It was a cool ride. She had it for like 7 years.
Man I'm really impressed with your depth of knowledge about this stuff! She is definately a money pit! Maybe if your buddy has some body repair experience skill and welding experience skill! And some 3D CNC printing experience skill and with all the equipment and tools needed for the body and welding. He'd have to restore it from the ground up! With a huge market in Japan for "Low Rider's", he could recoup his money with a nice profit!
The flames from the headers blowing on the floorless carpet could have saved a lot of time & trouble in the future 🔥
I love the “detour” air boat stuff, keep it. Especially love the anything with Jen in it…
Glad to see a new video
Thanks for tuning in William!
Really enjoyed this video Chris keep making the videos the way you've been doing it I like it when you take a little break from things and get right back to the projects of working on cars and will it run. Thanks for bringing me along watching from South Carolina
I and the wife personally like the stray aways.from what your working on. It does give a break from it. And allows the viewer fans to get to know who you and your wife are a bit. Love the family member pets and the squirrel. And we also love that you and Jenn love vintage, whether it's music, museums, vehicles, you both are just great down to earth folks. And we our selves would love to meet you all some day and become friends. So Hello from Great Falls, Montana
You have your own style of video and that makes your product unique, don’t change your format
one of the coolest cars I have ever seen!!!!! pure muscle!~`~