A Revival of a 1929 Ford "Doodlebug" with some odd modifications

This 1929 Doodlebug has been sitting neglected for many years. Lets see if we can get it running and maybe moving under its own power. You dont want to miss the strange modifications this thing has!
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[@rickwagner9068]

Its a Doodle Bug! I would keep it as is and fix it up some then take it to some shows as a Doodle Bug! I would love to have one to play with!! Have fun whatever you do!!

[@bigfastcustoms]

Thanks for watching and the suggestion. Keeping it as-is (with repairs) is definitely an option, just not sure it would get much use with me.

[@metalmangle]

The Doodlebug is super cool, but..... Autobots rule and Decepticons drool. :D

[@bigfastcustoms]

While I cant say you are wrong, the Decepticon hat looked cooler ;-) Extra points to you for using an 80's insult while referencing 80's Toys.

[@AJStarch]

Looks a fun little project to mess around with, not sure what I’d do with it but it does look fun.

[@bigfastcustoms]

Yeah its different for sure. Had fun messing around with it and I have time to figure out the next plan. Thanks for watching!

[@rickwagner9068]

I think you are mistaken on the drive train stuff. Most Doodle Bugs had two transmissions for the reason of gearing it way down. As well as the Big truck rear axle for the low gears. I wish I could find one close to me to pickup. would prefer Model A based Bug since I have parts already. Good luck with it. Hope it runs!!

[@bigfastcustoms]

Yeah it seems dual transmissions isnt as strange of a modification as I originally thought. Ive seen a lot of these, but this is the first I have seen with duals- most al of them seem to just be shortened model A/AA with no cab. I guess the "budget versions". I do stand by my comment that none came from the factory like that :-D

[@waynespyker5731]

Mine had early '28 AA front, rear axles, transmission and steering; Wisconsin 2 cylinder air cooled motor; 4 inch angle side rails/heavy oak cross members. A potential widow maker, be careful of wheel stand from the low gearing and tire gripping.

[@bigfastcustoms]

Sounds like a cool piece of history! Good point on the wheel standing- right now I think the flat tires will protect me ;-)

[@Mercmad]

Frame extensions were to hold a water tank to weigh the front down .😂

[@andrewweston2253]

I've had a couple of those myself! What you essentially have a 24 speed stump puller! Try putting the 4 speed in 4th and try driving it with just the front trans...you should be able to get at least 45mph...good luck! I'd love to have mine back!

[@bigfastcustoms]

Yeah I thought about opening the 4 speed up but the video was getting long. I might try it. If the front axle was held on better I was gonna see if it would drag my truck around ;-) Thanks! Need some more vids of your projects on your channel!!

[@robbinparker4382]

6V battery won't go dead as often. It could sit and sit, and still fire right up. Stick with the 6V system for reliability.😝👍

[@bigfastcustoms]

I could do that, but funny story- when I drove the truck down to jumpstart it in the driveway, I forgot to secure the 6 volt battery on the open tailgate. Fell off and broke a terminal off... so I gotta buy a new 6 volt battery 😂

[@rnwagner]

No doubt that it is not from the factory like that. They were done b y farmers almost all the time. Really creative some of them.

[@bigfastcustoms]

True

[@aeciodassis9965]

Maybe Rat Rod T Bucket, from Brazil

[@bigfastcustoms]

Great Idea! That is along the lines what I was thinking too. Appreciate you watching in Brazil!

[@deweydwhite1187]

Did you even put oil in it ?

[@bigfastcustoms]

Yes of course. After I drained it and put the plug back in I filled it with fresh oil... I just didnt film it.😅