DON'T CALL IT A COMEBACK! '67 FIREBIRD TRACK BLAST.

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We are rapidly approaching the big 300 and in Episode 291 of Mike Finnegan's Garage we head back to Alabama International Dragway in Steele, Alabama, to track test the Rubber Duck. My 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 is a legit barn find, a car that my friends and I drug out of a Georgia wood barn after lying dormant for 16 years. Since that day we have been tweaking and refining this Pro Street car in search of turning it into an 8 second street/strip car.
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@danareynolds1786 Месяц назад

I think the Rubber Duck would be a perfect candidate to do some "back to basics" type episodes. The engine apparently still leaks and you have no clue what the cam specs are, and also not sure if indicated TDC is true. One episode could be just about details of putting an engine together that us "old timers" take for granted, but newbies to the hobby may not know. Then another episode on degreeing a cam. Difficult to get full cam card specs that way, but you'll know a whole lot more than you did. Verifying TDC is part of degreeing the cam, so there! Great episode!

@davevangemert9853 Месяц назад

You'd be a good candidate for back to basics. One change at a time. You have the information.ask freiburger for help, don't think. You know bettet.❤❤❤❤are ❤there power val❤vessel or blocked? You got the world by the balls, but keep your hands in your pockets

@TommyRibs Месяц назад

This is a great idea for an Episode.

@quickdeuce Месяц назад

I was thinking 'sort of' along the same avenue. I'm surprised our buddy Mike didn't tear the motor down and investigate so he's KNOW what's in der. [edit] @10:49,, "Hopefully this is accurate." Case in point. This isn't the Mike Finnigan we're come to enjoy,, he usually KNOWS if it's accurate or not.

@Motorcitypower1 Месяц назад

Mike needs to go back to the basic because he's soo over his head that's why Mike has someone always holding his hand like a little school boy, take his 1955 chevy for example, nothing but problems after problems just like this episode more if the same old bullshit with Mike, sad indeed !!!!

@TommyRibs 29 дней назад

@@Motorcitypower1 please point us to your RU-vid channel where you wrench on cars, wire and weld. We would all love to see it.

@stevemoores510 Месяц назад

Nice to see you and 12 volt Dave in a video again! It would be nice to see you guys collaborate more often

@LloydBrawn Месяц назад

This was one of your best videos. The editors got the pacing right, and told a continuous story while including just the right amount of details during the slower moments. Keep it up!

@simonedmunds2627 Месяц назад

That firebird is definitely a keeper. Noticed a lot of axle tramp as she was burning out , dialling that out should help her hook n book bro. Good luck with your projects in the future Big love from Wales U.K

@tazbertdt Месяц назад

Love the Rubber Duck. The front end on those Firebirds is just perfect.

@ericthompson3551 27 дней назад

Except for the 69.

@ee-mon-ee1653 Месяц назад

Ya know, I just love that you treat this car with the respect and appreciation the last owner did. You have brought the family much joy as well as yourself, and this car is now doing what it was built to do go rounds and drag race. You know the owner is looking down from up there going heck yeah, that's my baby doing the things. This car landed in the proper hands it deserved to be with someone with your passion and love for racing and horsie power.. From one gear head to another thank you, Finnaginaginaginagan, for doing right by the owner, his family, and the car.

@davidhiggs5670 Месяц назад

Check valve spring pressure, might be floating the valves up top….maybe. Love the content Sir!!!

@NZMOPAR Месяц назад

very good point

@BumDogSuMo Месяц назад

Came here to say the same thing

@sixx6sixx107 28 дней назад

Great point but I'm thinking the camshaft doesn't have enough to Rev that high either.

@jefferyfunk5364 Месяц назад

I really like the fact Finn takes the time/effort to look through the comments and repleys. Its one of the great things that separates him from others. ❤

@xmo552 Месяц назад

Bingo.

@jlconway Месяц назад

"They run better with eight" quote of the day, bud. Love the test & tune episodes.

@jrlittle2 Месяц назад

Rubber Duck deserves a well built engine with know parts. Love that blower surge!

@davidgough7382 Месяц назад

I LOVE THIS CAR!!! I consider this a REAL old school street/strip car (OG front end, pump gas, huge motor). WAY cool.

@hollowpoint357sw4 Месяц назад

A man after my own heart first gen firebirds are my favorite GM cars ever made. Absolutely love the rubber ducky.🐤

@Nick210 Месяц назад

Rubber Duck is my fav of all Finn’s cars

@AdventuringwiththeS.G.O.C.C Месяц назад

Mine as well.

@the318pop Месяц назад

Same here

@JeffKopis Месяц назад

Blasphemi by a mile for me. And Im a MOPAR guy! But both of Mikes Chargers are P's Of S. 🤣

@jbr496 Месяц назад

What happened to that '69 Firebird he got a few years back? It might have been on an episode of Roadkill.

@dkyproductions Месяц назад

Big props to the dudes at Abbot Speed. Reminds me of the shops in eastern North Carolina back in the 80s.

@luckyPiston Месяц назад

20:47

@the318pop Месяц назад

Avid Speed

@sleepingbunny1946 Месяц назад

Glad to hear you are healing and taking it slow. Better to be a bit cautious now rather than rush it and have a longer recovery! stay healthy and thank you for sharing.

@jaredshoemaker9196 Месяц назад

Rubber Ducky in my opinion is the most important car in your fleet. I love Blasphemi but I love Rubber Ducky's story and history. It holds a special place in my heart for sure. Love your channel keep it up. Best of luck. Take Care!!!

@alvinames5041 Месяц назад

Do Ya Think Rubber Duck Could Handle Some Hits Of Nitrous??🤔🫣

@epiphoneguy8392 Месяц назад

I know it might be blasphemy (lol) to say this but rubber ducky is by far my favorite vehicle you own.

@bryangordon8518 Месяц назад

Love the firebird. My dad had a 67 formula 400.

@iambiggus Месяц назад

GG Blake from Avid Speed!

@dustinh4175 Месяц назад

Do not rush to stop using the crutches! Trust your pain.

@chrisdunaway2562 Месяц назад

Glad to see Newbern is back on a video!! :)

@michaelmaher4328 Месяц назад

Newbern Turk is back!!!!! Lol

@stannelson2582 Месяц назад

Newbern has a channel and it way more gooder ish.

@work2play352 Месяц назад

Looks like a new Ford pulling that trailer

@waynerohde1036 Месяц назад

Newbern is doing Faster show too

@vehdynam Месяц назад

Love the Firebird , keep going with it ! Thanks for the video.

@kennethohnemus3192 Месяц назад

I can't believe he hasn't pulled the engine out and get it blueprinted so you HAVE the specs. And then put it back together and do your tuning from there.

@matthewschimelfenig2135 Месяц назад

Nice to see you and newbern in a video and see some progress on rubber duck. I noticed during the video that you got a newer Ford FX4 diesel and at the end it was pulling the trailer a nice white one. Nice truck.

@ChristopherKitson Месяц назад

One of my favourite cars that you have and it’s got an incredible back story! Love that you took that last owners wife down the drag strip one last time 🤙🏻

@jamescardwell3254 Месяц назад

No doubt you'll get the Duck dialed in, and with a 9.04 previous et a 8 should be obtainable. The biggest change I saw was setting the timing. I'm sure you would agree that was the biggest performance change that was made. I have to belive that pointer is off. It's great to see you healing well and off the crutches friend.

@lamarw9901 Месяц назад

Firing up on 7 was a great moment to yell "we're losing the shop!" and cut to a commercial.

@ZeGermanHam Месяц назад

Always love to see videos featuring the Rubber Duck. Thanks to Finnegan & crew for making this video happen despite the leg. Also, what's it going to take to get Boshears back on the channel?

@williamstamper442 Месяц назад

The comment section is pretty brutal this episode Mike. Don't let it bother you, us ollder G's are riding with you every vid!

@beekeeper6109 Месяц назад

Absolutely, half of them can't write a comment that's even close to being comprehendable, it's embarrassing.

@EricDFleming Месяц назад

That Van Gilder sticker on the valve cover tells anyone local everything they need to know about that engine. Surprised it has lasted this long!

@user-rl3kw7sk2x Месяц назад

That's awesome they handed y'all the key and let y'all get the parts

@jackcaldwell485 Месяц назад

Dont forget to move the starter switch so you dont keep knocking off with your knee 😅

@danielpeck6269 Месяц назад

I wanna see this engine disassembled and inspected before its on the dyno. There is a lot more content here and I'm ready for it!

@dennishuskins6847 Месяц назад

I love that you keep doing things with this car I know members of the family you bought it from still enjoy going to the dragstrip he built.

@s10issues84 Месяц назад

Looks good, I am glad to see this out and making it. Personally being a turbo LS, data, and EFI lover have grown to find that everthing different is cool. It isn't always about the end goal it is about the journey. I am glad to see it out, and hope to see it being out used and put up against the Crusher Camaro again!

@moabwheeling1305 Месяц назад

Love the Rubber Duck! I can't wait to see your next vision for it ! Take care Mike .

@robbertmadden1386 Месяц назад

Thanks Mike for this video, I was needing a drag racing test and tune video to remind me of my bracket racing days of getting the car dialed in a ready to race. I'm a retired bracket racer and I needed this. I like your way of figuring it out and thinking and I always would forget half of what I needed and would have to improvise, that's racing.

@frankgeimer5952 Месяц назад

What a beauty! Keep her and make her into what you want. You have the know how, the technology and the will to go there....sooo GO THERE!

@jamesbanister8556 Месяц назад

Love the Rubber Duck! I could listen to that chop all day!❤

@raysplace6548 Месяц назад

Props to the Boys at Avid Speed.. 🍻🍻 Good stuff, Gentlemen..

@the318pop Месяц назад

Avid Speed

@raysplace6548 Месяц назад

@@the318pop Well,That was embarrassing..lol.. Thanks for the correction..🍻

@gryffent Месяц назад

Here’s my keys, go get what you need. Damn that’s a whole lot of Southern Charm and trust that I’m sure you wouldn’t see in most places. Good on Avid Speed, True gentlemen there.

@iowasandy Месяц назад

You might check the air scoop hold down as the square shape of the bar may cause air flow problems. There was an engine masters program on this in the past.

@colinjohnson7663 Месяц назад

I love old school stuff, this might be my favourite car of yours!!

@cudak888 Месяц назад

For highlighting the marks on the harmonic balancer - slide some white chalk over the marks and then wipe it off. Alternatively, smear a white paint pen over it and quickly wipe the fresh paint off the high spots. It'll pool in the markings.

@64CHEVYTWO248 Месяц назад

HI NICE TO SEE YOU ARE OUT WITH RUBBER DUCK . YOU WILL GET IT RIGHT !! AND 8 SECONDS HERE WE COME !! YOU HAD FUN TO! WILL BE WAIT FOR THE NEXT SHOW !! TODD IN MICHIGAN .

@michaelblacktree Месяц назад

I have a soft spot for 1st gen Firebirds, so this video was a real treat! 👍

@Mgreen0104 26 дней назад

I can’t believe you came to little bitty Steele Alabama! This place has provided So much happiness and excitement! Please believe I love Dixie.

@marshalloveracre3204 Месяц назад

I think Van Gilder built the engine. I had him build mine and almost exact same experience. Keep up the great content. Hope I see ya at a show this year.

@philipjohnson2608 Месяц назад

Greattt to see your mobile mike awsome still take it easy brother. Bless you man

@chevyfan82 Месяц назад

Love the Rubber Duck 👍 can't wait to get going on my 67 400 convertible firebird.

@robertwest3093 Месяц назад

I gotta admit.... that Poncho will downright SCOOT!! I remember when most racers were pretty satisfied breaking into the high 12's in their street car. These days racers are breaking into the 9's like it ain't nothing!

@jameseastwood4984 Месяц назад

Remember track prep has improved too.

@jasonsparshott7208 Месяц назад

Malibu wagon is a thing of beauty in my eyes! I have wanted to build one just like it ( same color) since I was in high school 30 years ago

@jesseshelby4383 Месяц назад

Love when Finn says newburn and I...... We all know who was turning the wrenches. 😂

@jsteed4388 Месяц назад

Love the car definitely would love to see more.

@robm.6400 Месяц назад

Would be cool to see a full rebuild of that motor

@ringerson4x4 Месяц назад

Sounds to me like Joe is first in line to buy the rubber duck when there’s nothing left to do to it.

@tonytrumble Месяц назад

That was a good looking G wagon! More on that please

@PAVEMENTMOD Месяц назад

Before the chassis dyno, pull the pan front cover and heads. Using what you have at the shop, measure the bore and stroke, the cam specs, lap the valves, treat it to new bearings, pick the kids up from school, put it all back together in time for dinner.Waiting till you blow it up, a replacement is about 10% the cost of your new tow rig.

@caspar0777 20 дней назад

Wonderful firebird with a great story. Your video is very intresting and well done. Thanks for sharing. Cheers from France

@316Autos Месяц назад

Love the car. You and David were like 20 miles from my house when you raced the Crusher. Wished I could have been out there watching, but Covid screwed everything up at that time.

@StudioBeast7575 Месяц назад

Gotta be losing time having to steer it left. Adjust the suspense so it goes straight might help. Loved the video Mike keep up the good work and I hope your leg gets better soon.

@BIGGOTOR1046 Месяц назад

Rubber Duck 🦆 is one of my absolute favorite cars that you own, next to Blasphemi. Love the old school vibe. Also Joe needs to grow the beard out again.

@user-oq8ym2fs3p Месяц назад

I am a Ga boy too!! Love seeing you on the roads hauling something!! I do love over though in case something falls off!!! Still love seeing ya though!! Don’t worry people move over from behind me too!!!

@Jpilgrim30 Месяц назад

This is just of many lovely things about the South. People are generally friendly and will help you any way they can.

@joshhubbard2053 Месяц назад

The Rubber Duck is an awesome car, and it’s pretty cool to see guys like you testing at a track in small town Alabama. Being from the town of Steele myself makes it even better to see these videos.

@brucejr.5833 Месяц назад

Avid speed showing up big time and keeping the show on the road! Props to those badass hot rodders.

@luissantiago7525 Месяц назад

Nice to see ya again...

@rudde67ssm62 Месяц назад

I thought to slow down the front end raise you had to tighten the rebound...??

@TokyoCraftsman Месяц назад

Lots going on with the RD, need to take the small steps to dial it in. Much respect for keeping it mostly old school, very cool. Cheers from Tokyo!

@mitchf1508 Месяц назад

It didn't break! That's a win right there in my book. Nice ride and glad you are going to keep working on it.

@rickeyracer44 Месяц назад

I Love th'Duck! More upgrades, Go Faster! My Favorite!

@ballpickerinparadise3481 Месяц назад

Beautiful testament Joe!

@BIBMaster23 27 дней назад

Love the “999” on the valve cover because that was the troop I got my Eagle Scout in!

@douglasmoore2441 Месяц назад

That car looks exactly like something Krass & Bernie would have built!

@Jimschannel4321 Месяц назад

Dude I am honestly happy God has blessed you with this car. Because it's my dream car and the blue 67 short bed truck you guys were in are my dream vehicles. I thought I would be able to get them because I had a great job but I was disabled 20 years ago because of a flu shot I'm 55 now and unless God blesses me I'm not going to ever be able to afford my dream vehicles. I'm praying your safe and you get your 8 seconds. But if I am blessed with them they are going to be daily driver's no way I'm going to race them I might goose them. But no way I will race them I'm going to enjoy them every day.

@richardharvey8939 19 дней назад

Great video loved the collaboration 🎉

@T51B1 Месяц назад

This car has really came a long way, it looks great Mike! Please keep this car and don't sell it. It's plenty fast and hasn't been chopped up a lot in the pursuit of more speed, have it be the 'old school' version of the go fast fleet. For the breakup issue at 6K, maybe it could be the ignition setup breaking down, spark blowing out, or valve springs? What are the plans for the Corvette?

@richd4935 19 дней назад

Thanks Finn . I hope I get to ( as well as everbody else) race yall someday!

@paulrhame9634 Месяц назад

Cool firebird and a great story. It’s a keeper for sure

@Cutin4You Месяц назад

Sure wish the track would have opened for fans to come watch. We live 10 minutes from the track and this would have been great to see live!!! Keep the videos coming!

@user-cb3ti8qt1w Месяц назад

Looking forward to seeing the saga of the Rubber Duck Carrie on. You would think with a blown 540 it would run 8s no problem. I can’t wait to see the next installment.

@ImTHATguy... Месяц назад

I love the Rubber Duck. That and the Crusher Camaro. And your other rides, too, but I really like the 67 Firebirds and Camaros.

@skipper6567 Месяц назад

Springs valve floating? Love old firebird, My 2nd car in hs was 73 Formula 400 firebird with stock tach in the hood. Like to have that back now

@LukeLong-oi4uc Месяц назад

Cool car! I’ve been watching since you pulled it out of its sleep at the old drag strip. You’ve definitely improved it.

@Jim_M_75 Месяц назад

I really think you should keep her Mike, rubber duck is the favourite car for me and many others of all the cars in your fleet. Proper old school huge tire / carb drag car and she looks stunning.

@user-oq8ym2fs3p Месяц назад

Got to keep the Duck!!! There is a ton that could be done!! But I like simple!!!!

@JohnRoberts71 Месяц назад

Great content thanks for sharing

@davevangemert9853 Месяц назад

It looks really good. Thats worth a half a second!

@dangarrison3503 Месяц назад

In California a guy could have an extra 2,000 of every size Holley jet in plain site, and rudely tell you " No, I dont have any"..

@tonykemper8896 Месяц назад

I love the rubber duck! the new tow rig looks nice s well!

@UncleManuel 29 дней назад

"Why did it shut off? ......... Oh, that's why! I did hit the ignition switch!" 😂😂😂

@robertvandalsem94 Месяц назад

Love the Duck and youre probably right about the coil. Im also betting it could benefit from a custom ground SC cam and springs.

@billfrev Месяц назад

one of Steve Morris dyno runs with old MSD proved a considerable power decrease just like yours in the high rpm

@michaelcaplinger5115 Месяц назад

A old man once told me 90% of your fuel problems are ignition problems and my life has never been easier 😂

$@riffracingteam$

@riffracingteam Месяц назад

I think it’s time you visit butler and have them build you a wild Pontiac

@gkelley47 Месяц назад

i like this kind of racing vid the best. street stuff has its place but this is the good stuff!

@Jpilgrim30 Месяц назад

One of the best things about fuel injection. Being able to data log and troubleshoot issues quicker.

@robertjohnson4784 Месяц назад

Hey guys love the rubber duck video still think you have some Gremlins to work out but I know one thing Mr Finnegan won't rest that car will go into the eights LOL

@johnhogue9415 Месяц назад

That chop is amazing

@steveroberts7120 Месяц назад

I love the Rubber Duck! You should do it all! At least low 6 seconds

@scottimusgarrett15 Месяц назад

Unreal trust from the Abbott Speed Shop guys! Who does shit like that!? Kudos to those guys, for sure! The Duck is lookin' and hookin' good...Looking forward to those 8's! Keep on hobblin' buddy! ✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦