Hey Ken.. reminds me of an amazing journey I made back in 98. Sold most of what I had, bought a motorcycle and gear for camping. Took off from Wash in late April and rode South to California..then East thru Arizona, NM, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky ending up in Virginia Beach. Met people along the way that I knew from online..stayed with some a day or two and a couple folks longer. Then rode up into Delaware..stayed with a friend there and we took the train into New York City..got to see all the sights there. Greenwich village, Central Park, 5th Ave, Empire State building and Times Square. Then rode West thru Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho and back into Wash. Covered 11,000 miles in almost 4 months..trip of a lifetime. Much like yours 😁👍
@capttom7772
Жыл бұрын
Back in '82 I rode from Vallejo Ca. to STURGIS, S. Dakota ! What an ADVENTURE !
@paulhunter546
Жыл бұрын
@@capttom7772 That following year (99) I made the ride out to Sturgis.. another great adventure !
@francespotter7556
Жыл бұрын
Back in 1966 my dad took us across country trip in a 1963 Ford Fairlane Ranch wagon no ac three speed from Charleston WV to LA California there were Mom and dad and 2 boys and 2 girls dad did all the driving 🚘 what good memories l have l was 13 those old cars were tuff Doug
@bbrut3332
Жыл бұрын
Waylon, I want to thank you for sharing a big bucket list trip from sea to shining sea. It was an adventure many of us older motor guys and gals have. So many memories have been produced from this and so many new and old friends have been viewed. One of my favorites is you visit with old burning man Brown. I am glad your viewers could assist him and hopefully make life a little easier for that old Arky. Best of the world to him and you in the future.
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
haha.. burning man brown.. thats good. thanks!
@archstanton9206
Жыл бұрын
That trip was a life changer wasn't it? Changed your life, changed Danny's....and changed those who you allowed to help a bit. All because ya got in that little Red Chevy and went for a drive. Life is that way sometimes...if we give it a chance. Thanks for the update on Danny, and the wrap up of the trip. You will never look at the car the same again, it will always fire off the memories of this past summer. What a gift.
@JML1955GMC
Жыл бұрын
Was great watching your trip across the state. While you were traveling coast to coast I did a little round trip (3000 miles) of my own from Manitoba Canada to Lawrenceburg TN then Oklahoma city and back home. All that driving my 55 GMC truck, would have been cool to cross paths and meet you. We stayed over night in Fergus Fall a day or so before you did. BTW I love the dirty dozen. Build them to drive them I say. Jean-Marc
@timmyfields6159
Жыл бұрын
I’m glad I was in the water closet when I saw that old post of brown breaking something else. That one video just makes me feel like I’ve known you two all my life. Kinda like sitting at an ole country store and listening to the grown ups tell stories like I use to hear in the 70s. Thank you for reminding me how much fun the hard times where.
@harrycatrell1471
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this adventure with us, Ken! I am so happy for you that you were able to pull this off! The decals on the rear glass of the Impala were brilliant...'glad people reached out to you because of it! Enjoy! Be safe! Bro Harry
@rwstillwater
Жыл бұрын
I know Brown got at least one by mail. Marvelous trip, Waylon.
@jimamccracken5783
Жыл бұрын
Ken I had my 62 SS 4sp 327 out yesterday. Brought her home put in Winter storage this morning.
@lateefcarrere1649
Жыл бұрын
A video like this just makes me miss my '68 Electra. I just hope that she's still turning gasoline into good times, just like she did when I had her.
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
turning gasoline into good times.. i like that!
@williamgarrity9482
Жыл бұрын
I feel your excitement of your road trip.i to took my c 10 for a first time road trip after a restore, 4hr drive and week long car show ocean city md.then home without any car troubles ,I did all work on 1967 c10 and I am happy for you and me .God bless yall real good.
@chevahaulic
Жыл бұрын
My shop is always open to fellow gear heads that need help . Its just always been that way for me . I know know you'd do the same as well. Thanks again for stopping and participating in the adventure . Good the hear old Brown is feeling better !
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@Dudleymiddleton
Жыл бұрын
You could have got away driving the car share pool lanes if you had that purty Bernice with you! Glad you had a good trip and no real bad issues with the car - such a beauty as well! Take care Waylon from the UK!
@mattthescrapwhisperer
Жыл бұрын
Well this is a pleasant Monday morning surprise. Howdy Waylon!
@bertonfeuchtwanger9779
Жыл бұрын
Ken, If I remember right the restoration of your 63 Impala is when you got involved in you tube. Thank you for sharing your trip. I could tell it meant a lot to you. I remember an old car ad that said “ See the USA in your Chevrolet” glad you got to. Wishing you the best!
@fredflint1797
Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy those going down the road windshield videos in all your rides. Inspires me to head north more often from the gulf coast of Texas to where the trees change color in autumn. The music you choose for them is perfect for road running tunes. I'd like to have them on a playlist. Thanks for everything! ...
@stantilton2191
Жыл бұрын
I sure enjoyed seeing Ol Brown and hearing now he's doing better. It was my pleasure to help. Thank you for the wonderful channel and all you do. Happy Holidays!
@randydarlenejordan9105
Жыл бұрын
You live in beautiful country and what a way to enjoy it by riding around in that 63 impala. A dream car. Thanks for sharing all your life's experiences! I've been wondering what happened to old Kerwood. You guys did some awesome videos together. Take care!
@johnmccallum9542
Жыл бұрын
x2
@dcrate3525
Жыл бұрын
Congratulations Ken on your epic trip in your Beautiful Impala, thanks for taking us on the trip to see the country and meet your friends and watch while they helped you keep up with some maintenance issues along the way. The part of this video where you show how you restored your car previous to your trip shows that you are a true craftsman. It is a stunning vehicle You are a great story teller and a true friend to many.
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
you are very kind.. thank you
@geoffsteck2074
Жыл бұрын
We all love you guys. Just keep up what you do and we’ll all love you for it. Hello from the Continental Divide, Montana. Thanks for the great videos.
@jimamccracken5783
Жыл бұрын
Sure delighted that you got home safe. Nice to have friends with equipped garages along the way. God Bless ya and we are praying for Dannie Brown.
@cranberry3273
Жыл бұрын
You sure picked a nice place to live ! I Enjoyed your vacation as much as you did . GOD BLESS ! ! !
@larryanderson8049
Жыл бұрын
In some ways that old chevy is more reliable and pocketbook friendly than most anything on the road today....thinking with a newer car under warranty or not.. local garages not so interested in a repair for an out of state customer. You did it right ...street rodding you tubers make the best of friends!
@snoopu2601
Жыл бұрын
Heck that's what they did in the 1950s my pops told me he and his friend's drove a 1956 Mercury across States drinking Pop's drove from California to Denver his friend woke up and he was in Denver, they did a turn around trip and had him back home for work Tuesday ! That was driving on old Hwys not these nice smooth Hwys they have today. I don't know any better all I had was old cars. I would like air and heating instead of a spray bottle with ice in it rolling in the summer time 99°out side I'm going to invest in a aircooling and defroster heating.
@ChrisBrown-jf7qw
Жыл бұрын
Just a fantastic treat to watch your adventures! Thank you for sharing with us! You are a pleasure to watch and I really appreciate your work. Don't worry about the keyboard critic's! None of them have any hands on experience. Those of us who have any experience at all appreciate your enginuity! Thank you very much! I love it all!
@johnwilkinson6067
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking everyone on the trip it was enjoyed by all
@71duster36
Жыл бұрын
thank you WAYLON FOR TAKING US ALONG ENJOYED EVERY SECOND OF IT FROM CLINTON IOWA
@pack1send1
Жыл бұрын
Ken I hope everything is going well with your oral surgery and bone graft. I sure do appreciate all your videos you upload for all us youtubers to enjoy. What a ride in the country side in the 63 Impala.
@warringwarthog
Жыл бұрын
my 17 year old son and I are planning a trip next summer following rte 66 we are taking my 69 road runner I started restoring the car a week after he was born just finished it last summer he doesn't know it yet I'm giving him the car at the end of our trip he will be turning 18 on the last day of our trip
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
that is fantastic.. out of all my cars Ive owned. i wish I had kept my 69 road runner. I hope you have it
@edensfamilyadventures2714
Жыл бұрын
How cool is that!!! Well played Brian! 👍
@ronmack1767
Жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video Ken. So glad you had safe and enjoyable trip. Enjoyed the road trip in your area. I bet your glad to be home. You take care and God bless.
@outfitsgarage88
Жыл бұрын
Man I like the banjo music 🪕 🎶. I remember the videos of building the Rockabilly Rat 🐀. That banjo plucked all the time. Great video
@mikekokomomike
Жыл бұрын
Glad you were able to persevere and not have to resort to the brown pickup. Lots more work getting the Impala ready, but it is really what you wanted, and, needed.
@ianlangley987
Жыл бұрын
Hi Ken, Great to think you enjoyed your trip. I certainly liked following you. I know what its like driving an old beauty that sort of distance as I felt the same taking my 1966 Mustang from Auckland to Dunedin in the south island and after the first few days I started to relax a little as well. The old er cars are great and make a long drive worth while,.You and others with old classics will understand. Cheers Ian New Zealand
@larrywhitaker4667
Жыл бұрын
Great friends togeather
@IEchuckie
Жыл бұрын
You didn't take Bernice because ol Brown would have stolen her heart. And maybe a leg and arm
@MrHevyshevy
Жыл бұрын
Glad I got to take a small part in that great journey. Trip of a lifetime. Glad you done it. A man could live in that Pacific Northwest.
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
glad i got to spend a little time with you all.. yeah. i could live here! lol
@genes203
Жыл бұрын
Waylon if you do decide to fix that steering column in Phoenix please go into great detail
@nom8er
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for bringing us along. Have a happy Thanksgiving! 👍
@Canarsie92
Жыл бұрын
I just want to take a moment to thank you for caring enough for Danny Brown, and asked us to help him. I did so by mail and I don't think I would have done that for anyone but you.. Thank You..!
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
well, you helped to make his whole year! thank you.. he called Sunday and said he has enough $$ to get him through the whole winter! thanks again
@usmc.39rat24
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, road trip of a lifetime, I dream of road trips with my grandkids in my 39. It would be nice to meet up at a cruze in or car show over your way. Glad you enjoyed your trip 👍
@nickblanchard1869
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing, and glad I came across your channel about a month ago .love the videos and can't wait for the next one. From Glencoe oklahoma.
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@glennbelldc1651
Жыл бұрын
the power of you tube, making friends you never met and when you do need something they will help in one way or another. wish I had a Bernice my dog quit listen and started barking when I talk. LOL
@ChrisBrown-jf7qw
Жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful car!
@siskiyouwoodsmann4279
Жыл бұрын
One of your best Ken…
@gordonwalker8003
Жыл бұрын
Mr Wayland wire Brown. I see you are out of Grand Rapids Michigan. Hopefully this text will get through on the KZitem channel I am from Flint Michigan. And wash your show for 2 years especially when you brought that old truck off the hill and drove it with no cabin no front fenders on it that was pretty cool. Also enjoyed your road travel and your 1963 red SS Impala that's what was a good video thank you and have a blessed day .from Gordon in flint mi area
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
well...my name is not Brown and clearly, im not from Michigan ! you should watch the video haha
@stanleyj.mitchell4851
Жыл бұрын
Well done Waylon. That vehicle is an absolute credit to you. You put in the hard yards. Thank you for taking us along. Thank you for bringing us Danny Brown. Who knows, he might just get to your place. Next trip take Bernice down to meet Red at Ratrod Bob’s place. Now that would be something else. Thanks.
@victorremick9721
Жыл бұрын
Over the river and through the woods. And back
@ronringel9132
Жыл бұрын
Ken your journeys will never end. Living and loving life.
@robertchall8576
Жыл бұрын
Glad you had a safe and good trip.
@savethem59
Жыл бұрын
iv got a 67 galaxie convertible iv had since 73 restored it in 05 but hardly used it. your there and I'm in Maine. we could meet halfway sometime ha! wife would never let me!
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
thats why i dont have a wife lol
@ryanrodgers1826
Жыл бұрын
god bless the old guys thanks ken
@damonwehling1596
Жыл бұрын
Mr. Waylon Wire, always enjoy your vids when is your North to Alaska trip happening 😉 . You've done the cross country one it's only logical to to the North run. Alaska fan Northernnomad. I've only been east as far as Wisconsin in our 67 Chevelle wagon big block car mind you, and back to Alaska.
@kenfrazier616
Жыл бұрын
good to see ya safe at home
@richardoswalt1009
Жыл бұрын
The car is in top condition now, take her and go again soon I drive mine too.
@skagited9617
Жыл бұрын
Hey, Ken... Thanks for a nice little recap and update... Hope i didn't touch off something the other night, but I knew if I didn't do a Super-C an getter-done, I might not get to it! Was great to see some others follow suite though... Hope Danny got, not just a boost for the wallet, but knowin' people care about him!!!
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
All good.. he will absolutely get it.. along with another 300 on paypal PLUS the 900 I already sent him. I was just hoping for him to have a good thanksgiving but he called me and said he's gotten over 2500 and it will get him through the winter! thank you very much.
@rickaccount
Жыл бұрын
if you ever need to do another round, please let us know....we'll do it again :)
@DesertRatFabrication
Жыл бұрын
I’m really happy for Danny Brown, he will have a nice Thanksgiving, the cruise at the end sure was beautiful
@liljoeii6091
Жыл бұрын
You were saying you were 70 I didn't think you were 70 years old you look like younger but I thank you for the video I thank you for taking us long on the trip that was awesome scenery
@nedflora1154
Жыл бұрын
Wouldn't have missed it for the world 🎼🎵🎵 I think there's a song that goes like that. Uhh well that's for Bernice I didn't really think that out before I wrote it🙄. But you get the picture🤣
@nickknickerbocker6415
Жыл бұрын
🎉💯Red Car💯🎉 { baby doll }
@larkpilotN4208X
Жыл бұрын
Hey when you left browns place did you take Hwy 5 north through Norfork/Mountain Home? Glad you had a great trip. Enjoy the ride along
@robertfranklin7040
Жыл бұрын
That ol girl will cruze the highways they build over the long forgotten graves of our great, great, great grandprogeny, you can take that to the bank. INN-DEEE-STRUCTIBLE.
@shotsrodder
Жыл бұрын
The old Chevrolet made it a great adventure Ken 😎 I’m sure that you would have liked it to be a little longer but duty calls 😂👍
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
exactly
@philpartin8618
Жыл бұрын
Glad you had a great time. 👍
@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE
Жыл бұрын
Glad your trip ended well and you made it back home safe Ken 🙂👍
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@RatRodBobBuilds
Жыл бұрын
👍👍
@jamesweber4848
Жыл бұрын
You are a good man.
@brianeverhart9634
Жыл бұрын
Had open heart surgery Oct 1. In the middle of cardiac rehab right now. Know exactly what you guys are going through. But I do feel so much better and thinking every day of a trip of a life time to take. Have cruised over a 1000 miles of river on my pontoon with more planned.
@wtbm123
Жыл бұрын
Cool . With out a few minor issues the trip just would not of been as much fun .
@mikekokomomike
Жыл бұрын
Those issues make it more memorable. Just like a beautiful day, you don't notice or appreciate it sometimes.
@edensfamilyadventures2714
Жыл бұрын
What an awesome road trip Waylon!! I loved the view from the back seat too. Made me feel like I was a kid again (riding in the back) As part of my bucket list I want to hang out with you for a couple of hours.(someday) Hope 'ol Brown gets to doing better. I love watching the way you two play off of each other. 😂 You need to make that trip every year! 👍
@chuckthomas8176
Жыл бұрын
Thank u sir !
@bcbloc02
Жыл бұрын
So I guess the lesson is if you want to road trip an old car do it to all your buddies with shops! :-) Always good to have friends.
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
I dont know if its a lesson but it sure worked out nicely :)
@vorteco7692
Жыл бұрын
You oughta do that trip or one like it every year.
@mrmagoo916
Жыл бұрын
I have a 64, impala coupe. 255 rear tyres. Regarding changing rear wheels, Bumper jack , cause you have to jack to the moon
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
i know..widow makers!!
@DesertRatFabrication
Жыл бұрын
Hi Ken, have you talked to Danny Brown lately, I can only imagine his spirits must be lifted with the gifts coming in
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
yep!
@DesertRatFabrication
Жыл бұрын
@@1963impala2drWaylonWire 👍👍
@larrywhitaker4667
Жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this video
@larrywhitaker4667
Жыл бұрын
Man with everything you had done to that car I think you could have hit all 48 of the lower states in it and not had any major problem with it.
@snowking55
Жыл бұрын
That sure sounded like a wonderful time, traveling the USA in your Chevrolet. There are so many beautiful places to see and I myself envy you Ken. Making and taking the time to accomplish a dream that many of us have. Kudos to you for your achievements. And the area you live in is definitely breath taking, I was there a year ago and enjoyed every minute of it. Look forward to your next adventure.
@blueeyz2046
Жыл бұрын
Carona and I love your videos~
@geoffsteck2074
Жыл бұрын
Amy says you’re looking sharp.
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
haha thanks
@MsRockyth
Жыл бұрын
Now I know why its the good car...haha
@raypeters4525
Жыл бұрын
HEY HEY, STILL RIDIN SHOTGUN WAYLON. !!
@jadonkeller8059
Жыл бұрын
Me and my pops washed your impala. Benson in greer SC
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
Ive told so many people about that..that was awesome! thank you!
@TinManTwoFeathers
Жыл бұрын
Well Waylon I’m kindly sorry I missed the trip. As ya know between trying to buy a new place and visiting kin in far away places and helpin kin in 5 states. I have not been on the utube at all but watchin this first catch up. Im very happy for you and ole Reds Road Trip was a Great one. We have finally found a place in Al. as ya know so next trip either me West or you East stop in….
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
absolutely... I'd love to stop and see your new digs.. and I know just about where you live too! I would make that trip again in a heart beat! IF I could afford it but it will take me years to recover from that fuel bill
@TinManTwoFeathers
Жыл бұрын
@@1963impala2drWaylonWire so true
@johnmccallum9542
Жыл бұрын
Can you give some love to old fred ,, he could do with a road trip I figure
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
maybe in the spring.. not right now..
@johnmccallum9542
Жыл бұрын
@@1963impala2drWaylonWire cool beans
@PeachCoastLowrider
Жыл бұрын
thank you for taking me on that beautiful ride of your home ! looks very peaceful . couldn't imagine driving that road when there's snow on the ground . that video of you and Mr Brown at the beginning, when is that from? had he came to visit ya ? and where is that you live, Washington?
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
yep!
@PeachCoastLowrider
Жыл бұрын
@@1963impala2drWaylonWire so Mr brown came to visit ya a while back ? thats the beginning of this video ? looks like you two have some fantastic times!
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
@@PeachCoastLowrider i thought the video said something like 4 years ago.. maybe im mistaken but yes.. he's been here several times and my viewers fell in love with the guy
@Davidjb37721
Жыл бұрын
I happen to realize why you didn’t take Bearnaise All your followers was in the car with you
@GREATGARLOOXX
Жыл бұрын
That impala was originally a stick?
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
nope.. it has the original 2 spd power glide
@sallybrokaw6124
Жыл бұрын
Maybe after grafting season you could meet up with DDSPEED Dan n Danni? AL B.
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
I really cant get away except in the fall.. have to tend to my property all summer..irrigation and such
@jeffviar7928
Жыл бұрын
What's wrong with you WW Bernice is sitting at home again.
@H4rleyBoy
Жыл бұрын
I must have missed the Paypal details, Ken, I'd send some his way happily
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
it was on the screen during the entire intro on the last video plus i talked about it and it was on the screen in the intro on this video as well. thank you
@H4rleyBoy
Жыл бұрын
@@1963impala2drWaylonWire Odd, I must have missed that, I shall have myself birched and watch it when I recover.
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
@@H4rleyBoy there ya go
@H4rleyBoy
Жыл бұрын
@@1963impala2drWaylonWire Ha Ha blink and you miss it, all of 5 seconds, I quite often jump ahead Ken. Not a lot but it'll help ole Brown out.
@1963impala2drWaylonWire
Жыл бұрын
@@H4rleyBoy yeah that blurb wasn't even supposed to be in this video but it got missed in the editing. but it was on the screen during the entire intro on the last video...just had to give you a hard time...anything will help and it is much appreciated
@terrycole9427
Жыл бұрын
I'm tired of riding let's get to working on something
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