Ep 7. Running Down a Dream
- TVPG
- November 24, 2020
- 43 min
In the seventh episode of season 7 of Garage Squad, titled "Running Down a Dream," the team heads to Omaha, Nebraska to help a family with their classic 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass convertible. The car has been in the family for years, but due to health issues and lack of knowledge, it has been neglected for quite some time.
The owner, Eric, inherited the car from his father who had purchased it 30 years ago. Despite his love for the car, Eric has had a hard time dedicating the time and resources to maintain it. The car has numerous issues, ranging from engine problems to electrical issues.
On top of the mechanical problems, the car has a significant rust problem. The Garage Squad team is tasked with not only fixing the existing mechanical issues but also restoring the body of the car and getting it back to its original beauty.
The team, consisting of Bruno Massel, Joe Zolper, and Heather Storm, dives in headfirst with their work. Bruno assesses the engine and finds several issues that need to be repaired. Joe focuses on repairing the electrical issues, noting that the car's wiring is a complete disaster. Heather tackles the task of restoring the body and fixing the rust issues.
Throughout the episode, the team encounters several challenges and setbacks. While trying to remove the carburetor, they discover that the intake manifold is cracked, which means they have to completely remove the engine to fix it. This unforeseen issue puts them behind schedule, but the team doesn't let it get them down.
One of the highlights of the episode is when the team brings in Eric's father to see the progress they've made on the car. He is thrilled to see the car coming back to life and is grateful to the Garage Squad team for their hard work.
As the episode progresses, the team works tirelessly to fix the various mechanical and body issues. They install new parts, repair rust holes, and give the car a fresh coat of paint. The end result is nothing short of amazing.
Eric is ecstatic with the final product and can't believe the transformation of his beloved car. The Garage Squad team has truly turned his dream into a reality. The entire family is thrilled with the work done on the car and is looking forward to creating new memories with it.
In the "Running Down a Dream" episode of Garage Squad, viewers get to see the team's expertise and commitment to restoring classic cars. The team works tirelessly to bring Eric's dream car back to life and succeeds in creating a stunning result. The episode is a must-watch for anyone who loves classic cars or DIY restoration projects.