I am 97 years old and am addicted to your channel. My first car was a 1929 Ford and after the ww 2 I bought a1949 Ford with overdrive.

You are a very blessed man to still have your grandpa around.

Of course your Grandpa is the nicest man. You had to take after someone! Nothing sounds like a flat head! Great job! Thanks again for the video!

First time I've seen a car that old and sitting all those years that the mice and rats didn't destroy it! That is amazing!

You’re great dude. Our country needs more like you! Great job teaching your kid a skill and being a decent family man.

Man dude you are so lucky your grandpa really hooked you up with all those original parts and not to mention that beautiful classic Ford i hope you cherish this car for ever and pass it down to your lucky son. I'm looking forward to seeing y'all shine her up nice. Cheers from Jacksonville Florida 🌞

Cars, family, critters and church. You have hit upon a winning combination! Really feel honored that you share so much with us! 🇺🇸

Nice car! The classic car dealership I managed a few years back had a '42 Ford Tudor with the bright trim. All the "experts" that came in swore it had a Mercury grille, simply because most people have never seen a '42 Ford.

You are living the life buddy. Glad to see family, excitement, and history all in one video. Keep up the good work!

What an absolutely beautiful old car! How special that it is your grandfather's! I hope Ralphie ends up with it. I thought it would never start!

I love those old cars. Theres a man i have known all my life and he has 1 of those cars. He completely restored it a few years back and it still runs like a champ. Love videos like this my friends. God bless yall.

I used to do the very same thing that you are doing on your show and with a lot of cars from the 40s and 50s but I did it in the early to mid 70s when cars of those years were in a lot better condition than you can find them today. You really take me back to better days. Thanks, and keep it up.

Ralphie boy you’re gonna turn out just like your dad a good mechanic you’re really blessed son you have your dad your granddad and your great granddad God bless you and your family thank you

Awesome!! I love how you involve the family and even the animals in your fixes and restorations!

1942 was the last year cars were built before WWII halted car production for about four years while the Government at the time needed the materials for the war effort. Car production resumed in 1946 soon after WWII ended in 1945. Your grandfather's 1942 Ford is beautiful, and now you own it. Cherish it. 👍from New Mexico.

1942 sounds indeed rare, WW2 was a time where you had to have connections and a really good reason to get so much as a new tire. TVA warehouse makes it seem like a former government car. And like so many others have said, having family is such a treasure. Keeping that going with your kids is so excellent. 👍

Emotional to see the three generations hugging each other! Beautiful content 👍

My friend, this is what the holidays are about! Sharing fun times with family and doing nice things for one another. So great to see! God bless your Grandpa!

DIOS PROTEJA SU FAMILIARES Y TODO LOQUE TIENEN . Emotional to see the three generations hugging each other! Beautiful content .

Way To Go, Sleeper! Grandpa, and your dad are why you're a success with machinery!

Never seen your videos before, barely even started this one. *Immediately* like you for teaching your son to drive and be confident. Already dropped a like.

She needs some shine juice on that exterior. Love the sound of that engine. Great video!

Always fun to help these old machines resurrect! Great recovery!

No politics, no voting issues, no racial arguments, no divisions. Just family enjoying each others company and appreciating what they have!!!!!

When I was Ralphie's age our family car was a '41 Ford....Lot's of memories....Then we got a '60 Rambler. Our back window fell in all the time...Mechanics couldn't get it to stay...My brother and I had to take turns holding it up on trips.

Awesome, I just recently revived my late grandfathers 1981 Chevrolet Silverado, 68,148 original miles.

Cute to see, brother and sister, sitting next to each other, in that 1942 classic.

That car looks so cool running down the road. Looks like you are going back in time riding through the beautiful countyside!

You are very lucky to have your grandpa,I miss my parents and grandparents so much it hurts.

Man I wish I had someone to take me through working on cars hugs

I loved watching you bringing the 42 ford back to life. My dad had one but had to sell it during the war cause you couldn’t buy gas or tires. I loved that car.

Well I'll be. Helping a friend with a '41 that he aquired bout the same time. Previous owner had started hot rod style. Wished we had a got before, well uh, before he put a 350 in it. I think I'm going to be sick. But I'll be ok, they were smart enough to install 9"rear. I don't see how people could see out the back of these cars. Prior owner put in back up camera! What great original vehicle. Hope tha"Rock" got over missing the trip. Hey y'all have a nice day. 🦅🇺🇲🦅

Thank you Sleeperdude for a great video. I love seeing your family on your video's as my wife passed away earlier this year and I get a little lonely and it's nice to see a family enjoying life together. I have been to Tennessee a few times on business (a few years ago now) and it is a beautiful part of the world that's for sure. Beautiful car by the way!

I realize this video has been made for a while. I always enjoy your videos but the best thing is seeing you and your son doing this & adding the rest of the family. I did a project with my son for his 1st car. We had a good relationship but in the end after 15 months we were not just buddies but best friends. To this day when we see each other he always talks about the car. A lot of late nights and weekends. I just wish there were a way to get this message across to parents. It doesn't have to be a car. THE IDEA IS SOME INVOLVED PROJECT WITH YOUR CHILDREN. It is that simple. Even when they were more grown we tried to have one rule - dinner one night a week as a family and dinner on Sunday. This rule had some breaks as you have no control over everything. My kids lived up to this 95 percent of the time generally inviting their friends to eat.

You sure have patience working on the motor. Great old car. Blessed to have grandpa still with you.

Thats a good grandson! "You are supposed to know this, you were there!!" I love that!! "Heuy!! snap out of it i need you to tell me what the heck to do!!" ❤️🤣❤️

That video is fantastic. I am 69 years old and I own a 1941 Ford which I am currently working on. I was hoping that yours had a flathead V8 in it, but a 6 is good. I have a slightly souped up rebuilt flathead V8 in mine. Love it! Your squeaky clutch sounds just like mine did before I put a new bushing in the clutch arm pivot. What I think is happening is the clutch arm is scraping on the floorboard hole because of a worn bushing and the spring is pulling it sideways. Check it out. I'm anxious to see future episodes on that one. I also think it's cool that your grandpa taught you so much and you still have him around. You are truly blessed.

greetings from Wales UK,It's heartwarming to see you doing stuff with your kids and being a good dad,my dad never did anything with me and my brother and I always hated that fact, my dad was always too busy or just not bothered. That's a lovely old FORD and let's hope it's got alot of good years left in it. Thanks for your video 👍

Nice to see that old Ford . The dash screams out pure Americana. I was 14 in 1965 , we had a 53 Ford PU with a little 230 v8 , had a starter button by the door on the dash , during a storm after opening a gate I slammed the door to shut and simultaneously hit the starter button and the door slammed one finger tip shut . When I pulled my finger out it looked like a cobra snake ‘s head ready to attack.

Dude you are so lucky to still have your grandfather around. Cherish the moment. This is the best car ever on your videos. Can’t wait to see more of it.

This is my favorite video from you. You did good by your grandfather. Coming from a family who may have run illegal refreshments in the hills of western AR in the 30s, that trunk is a bootleggers dream.

That's an amazing car. I love how much room they had back in the day.

That front mount distributor reminds me of the fun times with my 1941 Ford 9N.

Your son has a good eye for so young. That is a peace of our history or Americana.

Awesome job on your grandpas car he’s a great man for teaching you everything about cars

Sleeperdude, you need to grease the speedometer cable. My Daddy had a 36 Ford 4 door with suicide doors. It had mechanical brakes. That car takes me back a long ways. I would honk the horn to make my brother bump his head when he was working on the motor. Great job.

I am in Australia and worked in a Vet Clinic for 20 years and we had contact with one of the original breeders of Aussie Shepherds. When I saw the breed for the first time I said to her, "Hmmmm......you should take him to a "Re-Tailer!!" Lol! They are a very intelligent breed and very sensitive... So don't tell your dog the Tail Joke!!

Just a quick note about the 1942 model year: The '42s began production in the summer of 1941, for release in August and September of '41 (exactly the same way they still do it today). Production wasn't slowed until the onset of the war, and it took until February 1942 before the government finally ordered a complete stop. But for a good five or six months, American carmakers were cranking out 1942 models at full tilt.

Oh boy! You gotta love a low mile survivor car! Very cool, and I’m really happy for you! She purrs like a kitten!

Hey love your videos! I know an unbelievable amount of work goes into making them! Much appreciated! Love seeing how you involve your family and the extended pet family!👍

That is really a well taken care of '42. You don't see them in that original low mileage condition anywhere. Looks like Rocky was trying to eat those new plug wires as fast as you were trying to make them lol. That's pretty good you can give that car back to your Grandpa running and driving and tell him to at least drive it on Sunday.

Love your grandpas ride so nice

Beautiful dash! My 1st car was a 47' Merc 4dr with flathead V8 & 3 spd. You going through the starting sequence brought back good memories.

That car is a time capsule! It’s really good that it seems all original. With an OEM or reproduction carpet and paint that car would be an absolute gem. That car is incredible.

Your kids will look back years from now and enjoy the memories you created for them.

Really you deserve that decent Dad..and this beautiful car carries the old good memories of your Dad..sure Mama also hoping she is still living. You're a good family having many oriental customs ..wish blessed happy life.

Great video. Reminds me of growing up on the farm. God bless you and your family brother

Absolutely stunning car from an era when life was so simple ( apart from WW2 ) and it’s great you are educating your kids to understand and enjoy these lovely old cars 👍👍👍

Josh is the Spittin' Image of his grandpa.

Really appreciate ya takin us along.. absolutely amazing footage.. size 14s 😂🤘🏼🇺🇲

This was truly amazing to see. You are an awesome grandson. It’s a very beautiful Ford with a really beautiful color. My grandfather has his old 1955 Ford Crown Victoria and it runs and drives. Need to have a few things fixed on it. He is very proud of his car. I hope this car gets enjoyed for years to come. Have a Merry Christmas and a happy new year.

That thing is awesome I always can’t wait for you to make a new video I love how Rocky involves the whole family in his videos I never get tired of watching him keep up the good work your whole family is awesome!!

Nice to have your grandpa around.

nothing better than father and son time together, working on a project car. the Best .

What a magnificent car with an excellent shell, and interior, almost like new! Historically, and probably financially very significant, as is the family connection! I stopped the video early on, partly because I have to go out, and partly in wonder about how you are going to source parts, like the casings and all the rubber in the break systems etc., in a vehicle about 80 years old! I bet the grease nipples alone would number about a hundred! All the steering mechanisms, grease nipples on the rear springs, king pins, the works. And how would those wheel bearing look after all that time? Since it was protected from the elements, I guess rust won't be as much of a problem as on other cars you have brought back to life.

Awesome video!! Those Fords of that era are some of my favorites. This one is a Jewel!!

Lovely car . That Ford look more alike a Mercury from the 40`s.

You brought back so many memories. I have a 42 Dodge that I bought 25 years ago. The big difference was I had no clue what I was doing. I spent the entire summer trying to get it started not realizing I needed to put a little fuel in the carb instead of just relying on the fuel pump from the tank. I'm still enjoying it today.

Very awesome man! You just can’t beat them old cars, glad it’s in such great shape you’ve got a lot of good to work with! Can’t wait to see what you do with this one

I was just saying I needed more sleeperdude content. 48 seconds later… BOOM

i had a 41 Plymouth in the 80's. Started right up in very cold new england weather. Love the flatheads!

Love the way your whole family is involved in your exploits.😊

What a car! Worth keeping as is, especially since it's so rare. I was amazed to see that trim that goes across the sides of the hood and in line with the door handles looks like the same design of the trim on my 1972 Ford pickup. Yours is steel or stainless while the 1972 version is anodized aluminum.

Man you know this was an awesome video. Man that is awesome to see your grandfather & to know he is still here with you to allow you to get this beautiful car back on the road. Look like it was a fun road trip to & back from your grandpa's house. Buddy are still going to be one of your fan even if you have to wear socks with your winter flip flops. I like how you said that that was funny. " LOL " that was awesome watching you drive the car with your flip flops on , shifting the gears on the tree , & clutch with your flip-flops on. I have to do that barefooted 👣 styles anytime I drive. Man you really putting those flip-flops to work man & I really enjoyed watching you do that. It goes to show how huge of a flip-flop fan I am & barefooted 👣 fan. That was awesome watching Ralphie pumping the brake pedal Barefooted 👣 styles in the car. Ralphie also tickled me when he put cat litter on his feet 👣 to get better traction. "LOL" I saw a difference in the car once you gave it a bath. I can't wait to watch you clean it up. This was an way too easy project to get it running again. Sleeperdude I really really want one of those flip flop shirts you got & one of your Sleepersdude shirts. I want to represent your channel so bad . I looked in your store for the flip flops shirt and I didn't see it there. I was wondering do you have any of the shirts on you that I can buy from you? This was a great video buddy thank you for sharing.

The way that they were. My grandfather had a 41 Pontiac and he loved it.

Be fortunate you are all getting along well and have all your family that likes to do the same thing! Priceless, you ought to see me hook up a trailer by myself, LOL. God bless you have a Grandfather and your family farm still. Priceless

What a great car! Absolutely love it! A genuine 28k mile 1942 Ford like this must be almost unique. But I would have had to squirt some WD40 on that clutch pedal and linkage before setting off! :)

The carb sounds absolutely normal.

Turns out this channel should've been discovered a little earlier then it was. Seeing this old 42 start was just the best.

I've driven to Tennessee a few times... best place ever! Thanks for another great video!

You got great content and a wonderful family that you involve. You’ll grow quickly. Keep ‘em comin.

All in the happy family with ford ...!

Automotive-style 12-volt batteries have been around for quite a while; however, most major American manufacturers did not begin using 12-volt ignition, charging and starting systems until the mid-1950s. Ford, Lincoln and Mercury began using a BCI group size 29N in 1956, their first 12-volt offering.

Cool car, lucky you scoring that ride. Dig the Ford script on the rear bumper. Put original wheels and caps back on, great family cruiser. 👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺

so cool to see the generations carry on the tradition! and she sounds good too!!congrats!! so smooth you could ballance a nickle on the head.try it out!!

That is an awesome car man!!!! Can’t wait to see what you guys do with it

I LOVE YOU ALL ,YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALL SO YOUR GRAND FATHER . AND ALL YOUR ANIMALAS. CONGRATULATIONS. LOVE YOU FROM DOWN UNDER .GOOD LUCK .🌷

My grandfather was with me when I bought my first car in 74. It was a 66 GTO, 389, 3 hurst on the floor. The best memory is his grin while riding shotgun on the way home. Priceless

What a great car! That definitely needs to be driven!😎✌

This car sounds great! I LOVE that horn!!!!

in 1953-55 I rode in my dad's 1947 ford deluxe three speed on the column family car, when I was 6 years old. Your 42 looks just like my dad's, good vid.

The Ford is amazing but having your Grandpa with you is even better. God bless you both.

Now I see where your interest in cars comes from. And you're handing it down the family line.

love the 57 sweet

That is one beautiful old car. It's only 3 years older than me. I don't run that well. Cool memories

I admired my grandfather as well. He taught me everything about cars and so many other things. He was also the best man alive. Enjoy every moment you can with with your grandpa. Life is too short ! And what a gem that car is...She's a keeper !

Quando você faz um motor deste funcionar deve ser uma sensação incrível ! Parabéns você é muito bom !

Are you planning on Clay baring that finish on the car, and then polishing. It'd be awesome to see that thing all shined up

I got bored and decided to watch a random older video of this channel and very much enjoyed it thank you

"Well it's not mine. That's why it's good, probably." This speaks to me on a spiritual level.