In this video, I really put myself to the test, pushing my limits and comfort zone. Can I, a novice at manual transmission, drive the 1962 Econoline, “GAIL the SNAIL” with manual steering and a sloppy shifter to the Duct Tape Drags in Tuscon, Arizona?
Chris’s Video on this trip:
Special thanks to owner Jim and his staff at the Tuscon Dragway for inviting us back to race on Sunday. Every single one of them really made our experience so memorable and we couldn’t be more grateful!
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Check out these cool channels that were also at the Duct Tape Drags. I know some of them are doing videos of their own on the event, so be on the lookout. Thanks @IrishOutlawGarage for the footage of the Econoline!! So great seeing old friends and meeting new ones along the way. We will for sure be back next year!
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my father had a brand new 1967 with a 240 in line 6, family took many vacations in it all windows three bench seats step that came out when you opened the side door ,great memeriors
You on the highway was more dangerous than that truck smdh
the recepionist is wearing her face mask as a chin strap……total full protection against covid…..another great upload
Got a laugh a couple times with you learning 3 on the tree, I learned how to drive on my dad's old 64 Ford with 3 on the tree and I think that's how everyone should learn for the 1st time, cuz after that driving anything is a breeze, don't worry jen the more you drive it the easier it'll get
HEY KID you did a great job
I learned stick the same way, sorta – I was 16 or 17 and lied and told my employer I could drive manual and had to drive an old Chevy van with 3 on the tree and bluetooth bushings, with my boss in the passenger seat the first day.
Jen I noticed you're shifting way better by grabbing the shifter by the ball. Better leverage. Last video you were grabbing it by the rod near the column. That's too difficult. Big improvement.
I enjoy yours and Chris and Gus video
Video is nicely done!
You did great!
If there is ANY sugar in that poweraide you will shut down Gus's kidneys ,which will kill him Guys. My Mom accidently killed Scamp her beloved Laso apso with a choc chip cookie..Just want you to take care. i Love all animals and wish him a long happy life with you Guys. jim
Jen, no dejes de cantar por favor.Un abrazo para los cuatro.Saludos desde Madrid, España
Jen I loved this video! Your emotions coming through. the Final Destination movie in the middle, the dumb and dumber cuts… and @51:14 your voice over is a joy to listen to! I could listen to you narrate a book or something! I'm in awe at the quality of this video!
I am not even sure how I found this channel. Glad I did. I enjoy both the Jen crazy house adventures and the road trips to who knows where. Keep the videos rolling and I'll watch them. Manual can be a pain in the arse when you don't have experience, increasingly so when it's column shift. I'm not surprised you all choked up with seeing a tire go flying, Chris chasing after it and seeing an axle and driving an automobile You're just becoming comfortable with. It was alot for pretty much anybody.
Best road movie ever.
I commented on Chris' channel what a nice travel companion you are Jen, willing to learn and cool about the mechanical problems…
Omg… you guys just hit my “spot”. Lol so spot on.
Love you two. You seem to be the most genuine persons on social media…
You guys are making so many good and precious memories!
Hey jen just remember without fear there can't be any COURAGE!!! We're only human, nothing's wrong with showing our emotions. I think you did really great driving stick shift on your own. Just a little tip for when driving a hard steering vehicle (no power steering) you have to keep the vehicle rolling when turning the steering for it too turn EASY!!! Take care & see you on the next video….
Ask Chris to get a T5 transmission (like is in the Mustang) so he can work on building a remote shifter, so Gail can get more mph. Mount the new shifter handle where it is easy to reach while driving. Either that or install a modern more powerful drivetrain.
Awesome video Jen….you're so funny. Glad you mastered stick shaft on the freeway no less. Very proud of you.
I work right by that on ramp and saw that fire. That on ramp is probably the most dangerous in that area.
Living the dream ❤
The manual steering is combined with the small, aftermarket steering wheel which reduces leverage, making low speed turns even harder. If not strong, you might want to return to a full size steering wheel and put that mini wheel on something with power steering, or something very light in front like a Beatle or Metro.
I Just love yours & chris' vlogs Jenn, and that beautiful voice, out of this world. I know what you went through with the accident but, you did good and the right thing by carrying on. Well done Jenn.
Nice!!
Jen you are an absolute doll. Wish I had someone like you in my life.