Fixing Up An Old Truck, Continued.

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  • Part 3 - • A Day In My Favorite P...
    Part 2 - • Fixing Up An Old Truck.
    Part 1 - • I Bought A Big 'Ol Tru...
    This video makes part 4 on my 1983 F250. This truck has been pretty good to me recently, but there's still plenty to do on it. It almost left me stranded because of what ended up being a weak fuel pump and rotted rubber lines (Shown in the beginning of this video). I had to re-prime the fuel pump in the middle of rush hour traffic, in the middle of the road. That aside, I addressed some small issues and some things I've been meaning to get to for a while, like getting both of the dual fuel tanks in functioning order and re-arranging the rear bumper/trailer hitch.
    Chapters:
    00:00 - Intro. No start, no fuel?
    02:23 - Replacing rubber lines (Cracked and sucking air)
    04:31 - Replacing the fuel pump after all
    05:39 - The throttle isn't opening all the way (Replacing frayed cable and modifying the bracket)
    10:22 - Dirty fuel in the rear gas tank.
    13:27 - I have to remove the trailer hitch/bumper before I can get the gas tank out.
    18:39 - Now the gas tank removal
    25:38 - Moving on for now, remounting the rear bumper (hangs down way too low for my liking)
    40:13 - Fixing the windshield wiper (Motor needed cleaning)
    46:04 - Installing a new trailer hitch
    50:40 - Installing a new rear gas tank
    58:28 - Installing a "stereo"
    1:03:23 - Looks like the cassette deck needs some repairs first (Warbled audio)
    1:06:25 - Outro: the closest thing to off-roading in the middle of the city
    1:09:12 - Cat
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  • @davidlemottee2063
    @davidlemottee2063 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +85

    Really enjoy your film making craft. Head and shoulders above many other Automotive Channels - please keep the content coming.

  • @Chevy-hw6lw
    @Chevy-hw6lw 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +45

    I hope people realize the different level of editing a video like this has. Lots of time and effort for the right angles and lighting . I also kind of like the no voice concept.

  • @chrisscott387
    @chrisscott387 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +37

    This dude just fixes shit. No pretense, just get the job done. My new favorite channel.

    • @cicibradley2809
      @cicibradley2809 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Reminds me of that Canadian kid Traplines n Inlines. Same grit.

    • @user-zc5qy2sr1c
      @user-zc5qy2sr1c หลายเดือนก่อน

      Kind of a cross between Vice Grip Garage and Andrew Camarata without all the Jibber Jabber. I like it!

  • @scottchristiansen2874
    @scottchristiansen2874 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

    One of the amazing things about Simon is his wristwatch. All that wrenching and it never appears to get scratched or broken. For that matter, he never bleeds or has a bandage on. I cannot go into the garage without at least one of things happening. Wonderful videos!

    • @J86237
      @J86237 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I have a theory he took his channel branding from the wristwatch. I believe it reads Simon Goodman. I'm also constantly impressed how impervious that watch is and it never seems to get snagged on anything while he works lol.

    • @Chevy-hw6lw
      @Chevy-hw6lw หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s called editing , lol .

    • @wisconsinwoodsman1987
      @wisconsinwoodsman1987 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I usually donate a 1/2 pint on any major project.

  • @mickmondeo
    @mickmondeo 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    The memories. All the snow and the slush, and the muck and the cold, all made the joints in my fingers ache watching this.
    Love it.

  • @JohnnyUmphress
    @JohnnyUmphress 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    The vintage cassette deck was an awesome touch. Love that model Ford truck.

  • @WhatItBeLike123
    @WhatItBeLike123 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Zen and the Art of Vehicle Maintenance. Really great fabrication on the bumper and tow assembly. Top notch

  • @rito2540
    @rito2540 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Brother, your videos really make me want to stop being a spectator and repair a car myself haha, I have an 81 Datsun and life is pain and rust hahaha, greetings from Chile ❤🇨🇱

  • @FaeryDonna
    @FaeryDonna 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Never knew watching a car repair video could be a relaxing, zenlike experience. The editing is supurb.

  • @chuckh.2227
    @chuckh.2227 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    No BS
    No music
    Love it!
    Great editing

  • @Pedroisanickname
    @Pedroisanickname 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Simon, your channel is up another 3k subs in 3 weeks. Dude, that is phenomenal growth. Another top quality video. Cheers!

  • @Mattbe72
    @Mattbe72 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Enjoying the new release of Simon while waking up here in France with my coffee. Best start of a easter weekend. Thanks mate!

  • @WarrezTheWolf
    @WarrezTheWolf หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Possibly the most relaxing automotive channel I've ever discovered.

  • @terrysmith8714
    @terrysmith8714 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great Mechanic work. I enjoy "NO TALKING".

  • @gforcekaras
    @gforcekaras 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Appreciate the editing style. Makes the 1+ hour vid like quality time spent.

  • @timkruse4548
    @timkruse4548 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Top notch. I love everything about these videos but the endings with the cats (and now a horse!) are the best. Can't wait for the next one, Simon.

  • @zacharykarna2810
    @zacharykarna2810 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    Saturday morning. Hot coffee ready. Let's see it.

  • @user-iu5jw6qg3v
    @user-iu5jw6qg3v 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Keep it up… you’ll have a million subs in no time. Very awesome talent you have, in mechanics and videography!

  • @rossojala3831
    @rossojala3831 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Best cinematography out there.

  • @larrybruck2949
    @larrybruck2949 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Good videos on fixing up your old truck. Ford F series and Bronco 1980 - 1991 I believe are the best bargain years. Your videos show realistically how much a pain it can be to work on a truck from the rust belt. Thank you for bringing us along.

    • @SimonFordman
      @SimonFordman  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thanks for watching. “Bargain years” is a great way to put it.

  • @johnpartridge7623
    @johnpartridge7623 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good job with the Filming & so good to see these Classic still running 👍

  • @GuildOfCalamity
    @GuildOfCalamity 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great shot composition, keep up the good work.

  • @noahingram8052
    @noahingram8052 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Stainless bolts are our friends

  • @pastorbill714
    @pastorbill714 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I'm glad I bumped into your channel (no damage 🙂). Brings back fond memories in the 60s-70s of my friends and I working on our street rods. You go the extra mile with content, quality and the story at the end with the animals. Keep up the good work. God bless~

  • @mavision6525
    @mavision6525 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    You make great videos on the work and repairs you do. You show what you're doing and not a lot of time wasted by talking. One of the best channels. Always fun to watch.

  • @juliomunoz4167
    @juliomunoz4167 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Someday I'll have my old truck, my dream. Great channel.

  • @seanmiller598
    @seanmiller598 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Stunning filmwork, totaly original. Big thumbs up

  • @davepax982
    @davepax982 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Yes! You're one of the only people I see putting some lube on the fuel pump arm. That's exactly what I would do. 👍

  • @mustafaaljawhar1563
    @mustafaaljawhar1563 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Blame it, and I will never see anything more beautiful than the films produced by Americans about restoring antique cars with high professionalism and unparalleled skill.

  • @AIefe
    @AIefe 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    You deserve more views bro, God bless you 🙏

  • @jwbranham2009
    @jwbranham2009 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My grandfather had an F150 1983 that looked like yours. It is nice to see someone bring a truck back to life like you are doing. The work you have put into this shows and I personally think your techniques are excellent. Thank you very much for putting this together and sharing your journey with us!

  • @veh
    @veh 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This guy is like the ASMR version of Chrisfix. I love it.

  • @noahingram8052
    @noahingram8052 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Mechanics and fabrication I love it

  • @mridoit1701
    @mridoit1701 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    13:38 Always recommended pb blaster tor rusty bolts and nuts, always worked when wd-40 didnt

  • @charlescarter6146
    @charlescarter6146 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    The " Realistic Cassette Player " is a real " no way " monument for me. Cool.

    • @dogpotter
      @dogpotter 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      either Radio Shak or K-Mart I can't remember which one

    • @charlescarter6146
      @charlescarter6146 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why Radio Shack of course. Man they use to be every where.

  • @bobhouser7459
    @bobhouser7459 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Fascinating watching you fix everything. I need to buy stock in WD-40.

  • @williamdertinger4434
    @williamdertinger4434 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Fluid Film ! I live in the rust belt - I’ve kept my old trucks going by spraying them twice a year with fluid film - stuff totally works

  • @lafaiete2560
    @lafaiete2560 หลายเดือนก่อน

    very cool congratulations, greetings from Brazil.
    I have lived in New Jersey for 8 years. 2002 to 2011. God bless you.

  • @toddjohnson5583
    @toddjohnson5583 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Simon... just a quick note of appreciation for you and your videos... You have my respect and admiration for all that you're doing!!! I'm PROUD OF YOU young man. Keep going!!! Can't wait until your next video drops!!!

  • @eglsoprcm
    @eglsoprcm 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You’re a great mechanic and filmmaker. Perfect camera work and you can tell a story without narration.

  • @myown66
    @myown66 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I will be watching every video you make.

  • @rustycaveman
    @rustycaveman 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great improvement on your lighting in this one. love how you show all the frustrations we all encounter in fixing out old vehicles. broken bolts, dropping wrenches, inventing solutions. keep up the good work and showing us your craft.

  • @QBRX
    @QBRX หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job fixing the truck and the camera angles and editing are beyond compare!

  • @thinman4648
    @thinman4648 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    One thing you can do if you run out of gas completely, when you will it up to help the fuel pump bring up fuel from the tank is to put your hand over the carb while cranking so that the engine vacuum goes down the bowl vents and suck fuel up to the car

  • @bobalicious6499
    @bobalicious6499 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Encouraging to see old vehicles being put into good running order. Love it.

  • @jamesharris2615
    @jamesharris2615 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The "Realistic" cassette player!!! That brought back so many memories... That and seeing the Radio Shack receipt. I worked there from '88-'89, my senior year in highschool 😊

    • @SimonFordman
      @SimonFordman  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      That’s great. I was really hoping those things would spark memories for some.

  • @TomStarcevich-fb3qo
    @TomStarcevich-fb3qo 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Those truck problems would drive me crazy 🤪 😂🛻🛻🛻

  • @clemfandango2930
    @clemfandango2930 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m a guy that still wrenches with hand tools more than most but holy shit you’ve got me beat by a mile. I def would’ve put the impact gun on those rusty old bolts for that bumper.

  • @australiantruckspotting8883
    @australiantruckspotting8883 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    A nice old rig. Love the red interior.

  • @timkruse4548
    @timkruse4548 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome. My weekend starts NOW!

  • @oscgtof2820
    @oscgtof2820 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bravo et merci pour tes excellentes vidéos . J’aime la façon dont tu mets en scène tes aventures et tes réparations.

  • @harryireland1935
    @harryireland1935 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My new favourite channel, thanks!

  • @johnharter7553
    @johnharter7553 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Best channel on TH-cam

  • @teddvanilla9855
    @teddvanilla9855 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Superb camera work and storytelling. You do it so well, your narration would be welcome unlike some channels. Brings back memories. Living in the NE with all the rust, I feel the pain.

  • @davidwell686
    @davidwell686 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Still has not broke the crystal on the watch.

  • @ryanstubblefield8593
    @ryanstubblefield8593 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I like watchin you work big Dude..if I could share some knowledge..when you drill thru steel u want to do it at a slow speed. The bigger the bit the slower the speed.. lube Is your friend in any scenario and if the bit starts to sing then your smoking it..or another words its getting way to hot and itll ruin or snap.. Anyways keep on Truckin My friend.

  • @nickmonroe3091
    @nickmonroe3091 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great work with the camera as always. It’s really enjoyable watching this tough old truck come together piece by piece. Great channel! Keep it up!

  • @christianskuras2850
    @christianskuras2850 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So this is what happens when a mechanic and Indie film maker have a child. Great stuff man!

  • @enriquemartinez16
    @enriquemartinez16 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Simple yet elegant!

  • @kellssheehan8578
    @kellssheehan8578 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great truck, I’ve got one just like it, and repairable! I also have a cat.

  • @jonathanmiddleton1141
    @jonathanmiddleton1141 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    😂 It’s amazing what actually getting fuel will do for cars, huh?!😂😅 Just kidding, don’t get all in a tizzy!!! Your videos are awesome and informative!!!

  • @texascottonfarmer
    @texascottonfarmer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Soo then, Minnesoota eh? Oh ya, you betcha! 👌👌👍👍 I'm liking the hour-long format. Thanks for the video.

  • @apocolypse11
    @apocolypse11 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Lol the no talk bad ass. Next youtube trend don't breathe while filming.

  • @LastChanceFossil
    @LastChanceFossil หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bless this man and the youtube algorithms that suggested this channel. Only watched the last two videos including this and I'm loving it. Way to rescue the old girl. Do you name your cars?

  • @killeralex447
    @killeralex447 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    These Videos are great man, Saw part 1 yesterday and realized there was a part 2. Keep em coming!

  • @jollyroger4494
    @jollyroger4494 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Bester Mann. Grüße aus dem Saarland. Alles für den Algorithmus.

  • @kennethbottoms1613
    @kennethbottoms1613 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video! I appreciate your expertise and patience!
    Kenny

  • @user-dh4gf7rl3f
    @user-dh4gf7rl3f หลายเดือนก่อน

    damn that bumper looks so much better!

  • @iwagsz
    @iwagsz หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your videos are very well shot and edited.

  • @SuperRockhardabs
    @SuperRockhardabs หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video! One tip, Invest in some step bits! They will save you a lottttt of frustration when drilling holes!

  • @TylersNeighborhoodGarage
    @TylersNeighborhoodGarage 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You do good work! That hitch is likely some type of old cushioned agricultural hitch. They probably used that truck to move implements around on a farm. A couple things you might add to your tool inventory if you don't have them already- 1. a set of good punches and drifts. Those work better for driving out bolts instead of a screwdriver. 2. A cheap electric heat gun. Those work good for shrink tubing and heating up rubber without charring them.

  • @metaspencer
    @metaspencer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Played at 2x speed with techno music in the background it's like everyone else's TH-cam video. Played as is it's 100% your original style. good stuff man

  • @benhauthaway
    @benhauthaway 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That’s the craziest hitch setup I’ve ever seen

  • @Ruslan_EvilCat
    @Ruslan_EvilCat หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video! What an atmosphere.... what an adventure. Good filming skills
    I like it

  • @user-pf7gs8dd8t
    @user-pf7gs8dd8t 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I never did understand why they used dual tanks on those older trucks. Would have made so much more sense to just put in a single 30 or 40 gallon tank. Not like there isn't room for it. I remember when those things were still on the road, every time I'd go to work on one, the rear fuel door was always full of cobwebs and trash from never being used lol.

    • @SimonFordman
      @SimonFordman  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah, it really doesn’t make much sense. It’s just fun though to flip the switch and see your gauge move back up.

  • @jessesmith3026
    @jessesmith3026 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is sooo good, please keep em coming!

  • @guille224
    @guille224 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Kid, you are my hero!!!

  • @snakester24
    @snakester24 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    here before this channel blows up. this is some amazing film work.

  • @Alex_1976_
    @Alex_1976_ 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ты огромный молодец! Руки у тебя растут откуда надо. Так держать! ❤

  • @wisconsinwoodsman1987
    @wisconsinwoodsman1987 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Now you need to make a mix tape for that Radio Shack gem.

  • @quinnbutler1609
    @quinnbutler1609 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I like your style man keep ‘em coming

  • @Vaino_Hotti
    @Vaino_Hotti 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That is an odd trailer hitch, never seen one quite like that. Usually that kind of spring mechanism I see is on the trailer tongue.

  • @nunyabuziness8421
    @nunyabuziness8421 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your neighbors must get mad all that noise😂oh well. I always fill the holes in the frame w spray foam. Nothing will get in to rust anymore. Fluid film is ok but expensive by the can I get the gallon containers

  • @Darthvolvo
    @Darthvolvo 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Only you could make a video over an hour long watchable Simon. Nice work!

  • @dcmphoto7437
    @dcmphoto7437 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another rad video! Thanks 👍

  • @dogpotter
    @dogpotter 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good video thanks for sharing. that was some knarly tow hitch thingy don't think I've ever seen anything like that before

  • @buttcrackcycles
    @buttcrackcycles 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    A friend of mine recommended your channel, glad he did, enjoy what you're doing here!

  • @user-zc5qy2sr1c
    @user-zc5qy2sr1c หลายเดือนก่อน

    Aside from skills, anybody that likes Johnny Cash is OK in my book. I hear that train a commin!! Great job on that old F-250.

  • @bobalicious6499
    @bobalicious6499 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really enjoy your videos 😊

  • @leonapa89
    @leonapa89 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video ! Greetings from Argentina 🇦🇷

  • @ZorroDD
    @ZorroDD 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excelente canal!!!! Felicitaciones y aca te sigo desde Argentina!!!

  • @chipjumper
    @chipjumper 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Spray Woolwax Black. It's owned by Fluid Film but is a different formula. Buy the kit with the pneumatic spray gun. Thank me later. I've sprayed many cars and trucks and Woolwax is the best.

  • @AndyM.
    @AndyM. 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    DUDEZILLA!!!!!! Kids like you GIVE ME HOPE!!!!

    • @AndyM.
      @AndyM. 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And how can I get a sticker to proudly display your TOTALLY RAD channel here at CASA DE McBride??

  • @RIDEN-1
    @RIDEN-1 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love your videos .. great content ❤

  • @josephw.8882
    @josephw.8882 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dang dude! you can fix anything! Awesome. You should change your name to Mr. Fix It.

  • @Excommunicado1945
    @Excommunicado1945 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Спасибо, from Russia.

  • @pointy07
    @pointy07 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I like how the WD40 can has its own GoPro 😂
    Great channel BTW

  • @american236
    @american236 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another banger video! I was hoping there would be a continued.

  • @JBPistheanswer
    @JBPistheanswer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yeah not gonna lie the vid was good...from the angles and editing and knowing and learning how to fix things... subbed

  • @SANTA-OF-THE-WOODS
    @SANTA-OF-THE-WOODS หลายเดือนก่อน

    OUTSTANDING!
    The RadioShack cassette deck installation cracked me up. Can't believe you fixed the deck. What year was that F-150? I had a 1986 F-150, 5 liter 302, 4×4. A true 4×4, with the transfer on the floor and 4 speed manual. Loved that truck. Keep 'em coming!