Will this Classic Ford F150 Run after sitting for 29+ Years

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  • Hey Everyone! We are back and on the move! Check our most recent post for a channel update. Hope everyone is having a great start to a new year! I couldn't help myself from buying and saving this ole F150 from an Estate! The property has sat empty for roughly 29 years, according to the auction company. Even as locked up as she was, we couldn't help but try and get it running! I hope you enjoy our attempts! Thank you as always for the incredible support! We can't wait to share more!
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  • @michaelbloom5342
    @michaelbloom5342 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    The inventor of the Duraspark ignition lives in Chapin, SC. I've met him, he's a pretty cool guy. Whe Ford shipped their 1,000,000th ignition box, they presented him with a gold plated Duraspark box mounted on a plaque. He has it hung on the wall in his shop.

    • @DanEBoyd
      @DanEBoyd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I've driven hundreds of thousands of miles on Duraspark ignitions, and never had a failure! Tell that guy I said "Good Job!"

    • @caryhuffii7224
      @caryhuffii7224 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DanEBoyd I've only had age problems with mine. Other than that they're pretty decent.

    • @jeremybennett5547
      @jeremybennett5547 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think the biggest problem with duraspark boxes is the cheap aftermarket ones…those are trash

  • @DanSoldierGuy
    @DanSoldierGuy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    The 300 is my favorite engine. Putting a tractor engine in a pick-up was a genius move on Ford's part.

    • @bryanphillips1432
      @bryanphillips1432 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes it was as far as im concerned a tractor engine capable of town runs is an absolutely amazing idea for any pick up. They are work first pleasure sencond at the most. But i love my 5.3 chevy as a daily.

    • @Vin945
      @Vin945 ปีที่แล้ว

      The real definition of Ford built tough I have the 94’ 4.9L inline 6 with 5 speed manual transmission and I gotta say that she’s a beast and she still got her full potential low end power

    • @jedk9523
      @jedk9523 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      the 300 was a truck/car engine long before, ford just sold the engines to new holland and others

  • @ghostvenomgarage8793
    @ghostvenomgarage8793 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I’ve had 4 of these straight sixes and they are nearly impossible to kill. My cab rusted out before the engine even had a cough. The bullnose was also my first truck. Great video man!

  • @lateefcarrere1649
    @lateefcarrere1649 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I've learned something new today: blocks of wood aren't just for holding your vehicle still anymore. And your wife's "That doesn't sound safe" is something I've heard the women in my life when it comes to working on my cars - I would just smile & say, "If I don't come back, that means you were right."
    I'm looking forward to more - glad to hear you're pushing through these difficult times.

  • @Daermos
    @Daermos 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    That 300 straight 6 is one of my favorites, my first was a 89 f150 long bed with a manual and the 300. The torque that engine produced was Awesome!

  • @imnumbersix
    @imnumbersix 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Awesome! My Dad was a lover of the 300 in the F150. Got 680,000km (400,000mi) on his first one. You reminded me of some great memories working on the 300. Thanks for that!

  • @bmacd2112
    @bmacd2112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I've had a couple of Ford trucks with that 300 6cyl. They're tough little engines with plenty of torque.

  • @Victorinot
    @Victorinot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +174

    Other people: engine is seized, yep it's dead
    Budget Buildz: Now you take this effing log of wood and you hammer it in!!!
    LEGEND

    • @BudgetBuildz
      @BudgetBuildz  3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      😄😄😄😄

    • @marcesanchez2125
      @marcesanchez2125 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Noticias@@BudgetBuildzEl vuelve

    • @marcesanchez2125
      @marcesanchez2125 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BudgetBuildz de que,,,

    • @phantomwalker8251
      @phantomwalker8251 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BudgetBuildz flat tops,rv cam,twin barrel,,kill any v8..

    • @phantomwalker8251
      @phantomwalker8251 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BudgetBuildz the rubber on the fire wall,,now thats rare. i swapped out my [ 75 highboy ],300 for a 351c, didnt know much about 300,s. bad mistake.. im in aus. i imported a 62 f100 4x4, 352 FE. not the y block., i think guy fitted a lot of a 65 to it. guards,door,bonnet. [ hood to you yanks ].. & cab as vin says f10,not f11. 4x4. good luck,stay safe..

  • @JohnSmith-oj7dj
    @JohnSmith-oj7dj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Nice work with that engine. A wooden log must not be missing in any workshop. I have also repair two engines this way. I'm glad you didn't give up right away and fixed the engine.

  • @douglasstaats1575
    @douglasstaats1575 3 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    One of the best in line 6's ever built (in my opinion)

    • @sccarguy8242
      @sccarguy8242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Nahh that goes to the Jeep 4.0 but honestly I can’t think of a bad in-line 6, something about that set up just seems to work.

    • @EliAngwin
      @EliAngwin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      96 F150 4.9L 650k and still going strong.

    • @damascusthecat7028
      @damascusthecat7028 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@sccarguy8242 yea I don’t know if there is a such thing as a not reliable inline 6

    • @BrodieBr0
      @BrodieBr0 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Agreed....the inline 6 is one of the most durable engine designs for toughness there is no matter the brand name on it.

    • @jcaponera6140
      @jcaponera6140 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Had a 170cid in line six in a 63 Comet...beat the tar out of it (teenager). Never missed a beat. Miss that ole motor..

  • @mickburns5546
    @mickburns5546 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Man. Those torque wrenches were old when I was a kid. And now I’m retired. Good job fellas 😁

    • @phuk4549
      @phuk4549 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My father had the same torque wrench. That would have been 60 years ago.

    • @XA351GT
      @XA351GT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      We always called them Wonder Bars. because you wondered if you were reading correctly. I'm spoiled with the click style, Now people are spoiled with the electronic chime type.

    • @Skoda130
      @Skoda130 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, if it works, it works! :-)

    • @twentyrothmans7308
      @twentyrothmans7308 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@XA351GT Fellow Australian spotted :-)
      I have one of those in my toolbox, untouched for a hell of a long time after being replaced with a clicky.

  • @67Stang
    @67Stang 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    It is hard to kill those inline 6s. Great engines

  • @brandonmaynard4948
    @brandonmaynard4948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    yeah that will definitely run, the old 4.9 ltr straight six

  • @niteclydn
    @niteclydn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Best engine Ford ever made in my opinion. Ive had several!

  • @bobbygreen1719
    @bobbygreen1719 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This is so cool! I love seeing these old trucks saved! You did a great job!

  • @biondlll2
    @biondlll2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Well done. When it fired for the first time I totally empathized with you man. I love that feeling. Nice work.

  • @StewsChannel
    @StewsChannel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That's actually a pretty desirable truck, shortbox, stepside, reg cab and 4X4! Lol, in my younger years I would have been shopping for trucks like that 🤣
    Love to see a compression test on the old girl to see how bad that one cylinder reads.

  • @skipstein744
    @skipstein744 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I owned an '83 Bronco with the 300 ci. A real stump puller and ran forever. Onward!

  • @ericouellette5293
    @ericouellette5293 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those 300s are bullet proof. I bought one that sat in a e150 van for 5 years never started. Pulled it out to put it in my mud truck. Put a wrench on it and it was free. The oil pan was rusted out but my buddy had another one. The inside was clean no sign of wear at all. Got it in my truck and it fired right up. No noise didn't burn oil. I beat it for 2 years before I sold it had a new born and needed things for her. I paid 20 yes 20 for the engine. The guy who sold it to me said 20 if it ran and if it didn't I could have the engine and do with it what I wanted. It never left me stranded and I daily drove it for 6 mouths to work. Unfortunately getting 160 miles to a tank did suck but it was built to play in the mud. 3 inch lift, lockers, 4.11 gears and a 4 speed with granny low. The truck was a 82 f150 and man I miss that truck it was a beast in the mud and snow.

  • @alexclarkro9414
    @alexclarkro9414 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Ain't nothing like a good old Ford 300 6 can't hardly kill them.

    • @davidrubin1895
      @davidrubin1895 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I worked in a junkyard 10 years. Every inline 6 that came in did not run

    • @UncleRobsGarage
      @UncleRobsGarage 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@davidrubin1895 probably why they were there?

    • @davidrubin1895
      @davidrubin1895 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@UncleRobsGarage I'll take a 302 anyday

    • @UncleRobsGarage
      @UncleRobsGarage 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@davidrubin1895 302 is good!

  • @David-82
    @David-82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I am curious what the compression is, after it's been running for a bit

    • @Skoda130
      @Skoda130 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Agree. A cylinder that has been badly corroded will always perform less than the other cylinders, if it works at all.
      The material lost by corrosion can't be recuperated.

  • @ChillkootMarkowee
    @ChillkootMarkowee ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the father and son relationship here and enjoyed watching you guys revive this old Ford! Subscriber here!

  • @gibsonbuilds4841
    @gibsonbuilds4841 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice. 1980 f-150 with 300 was My first truck when I was 17 back in 1987. Man... there wasn't one bolt untouched on that truck. Good video!

  • @ni_wink84
    @ni_wink84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    **KNOCK KNOCK**
    😳 “is that you Rodney?” Lol

  • @RaimarLunardi
    @RaimarLunardi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love inline six engines! I have a GM 250, sounds awesome!

  • @Trenton-om9qs
    @Trenton-om9qs ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sweet old Ford. Those 300s are amazing engines. Almost impossible to kill

  • @rickydee9761
    @rickydee9761 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I always use brake fluid on rusty nuts and bores, it just eats rust like crazy- try it!

  • @henrycollins2478
    @henrycollins2478 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    That piston turning tool is sold out at all my local parts stores

  • @rustyironranch5241
    @rustyironranch5241 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I give y’all credit for actually trying and saving this old motor unlike all these other “truck guys” that would jsut claim it’s dead and throw it away. Good job 👍🏼

  • @steves4639
    @steves4639 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    luv the bullnoses...i have an '80 too. congrats on getting it going...that cylinder did not look good! 300 was one of Fords best...not too good on mpg, but that's not the point. hopefully there's some floors still in that ol' buzzard

    • @phantomwalker8251
      @phantomwalker8251 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      there built for torque,,but to get better econ. fit a better inlet/out headers,flat tops,small cam, twin or 4 bbl carb. killer engine..i have a ,here in aus, a 351c with 302 heads,,on lpg only. 12.1 comp,std engine,no cam, its dangerous..still going 10 yrs later. only put 302 heads on as i had them, you never had 302 clevo,s in u.s. you have to use alloy heads.

  • @rickytart1028
    @rickytart1028 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bought a F100 with the 300 CID engine brand new in 1978. Drove it for 14 years. Great truck and engine. Enjoyed your video on the 300 CID Ford...

  • @idrive1265
    @idrive1265 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love in the fast forward when you are torquing the head all the passing cars sound like f1 cars

  • @jeffbyrd7976
    @jeffbyrd7976 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I clicked the video simply because I like that body style with the stepside bed. I too love that engine. I have a 1975 f250 Hi boy with the 300.

    • @DanEBoyd
      @DanEBoyd 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      77 F150 2WD long bed here, with the 300 - or might be a 240...

  • @mrtuxedo372
    @mrtuxedo372 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I did the same thing to the stuck straight 6 I bought minus the hone, its such a nice feeling as the motor loosens up I reused the gaskets and mixed up all the pushrods, still runs pretty good !

  • @OnkelPHMagee
    @OnkelPHMagee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    20:27 I love your down-to-earth demeanor. Who wouldn't grunt while climbing in like that?

  • @cedricmilford5254
    @cedricmilford5254 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Pretty cool that you got her going after being locked-up like that. 👍🏻

  • @donniebrown2896
    @donniebrown2896 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good score, don't think I've ever seen so many here wanting one of your finds as much as this one. I would offer 500$ and my blue heeler but gotta keep my dog.

  • @Ultrawhite97
    @Ultrawhite97 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome vids guys. I actually just dragged the identical truck out of the woods...1980 F150 Stepside 4x4, also with a 300 inline 6, also not running. I too go it going, and it purrs like a kitten. Thanks for the video, this was great stuff. Keep it up.

  • @bearkatljl
    @bearkatljl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Those old 300 cid are hard to beat, especially with what I am assuming is a T18 granny four speed.

    • @Popcorx
      @Popcorx 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He literally said that

  • @philgriswold2133
    @philgriswold2133 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    A little simple math tells me that thing was only on the road about 13 years. What a shame to park a short-bed, 4x4 Ford pickup at such a young age. Great rescue.

    • @alexyo3927
      @alexyo3927 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      With a full engine rebuild needing during that time with the block bored... Not exactly good.

    • @jackpolack3315
      @jackpolack3315 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alexyo3927 It definitely wasn’t maintained well in that time if it needed a rebuild. 300s are well known for their durability

  • @retrochristmas7329
    @retrochristmas7329 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Use lime away. It removes the rust quick and doesnt cause damage to the engine.

  • @grahamparr3933
    @grahamparr3933 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Quite a few of you guys out there saving motors now, it is great to see.

  • @marnieclifford8604
    @marnieclifford8604 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is a pretty cool little truck. I like to see oldies come back from the dead like this, I think it should be done more.

  • @colerippeon3903
    @colerippeon3903 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video. 300s dont die. Id run a compression check after some run time to see if cyl 2 comes back to life. A good 300 can be anywhere from 120 to 180 psi. Ford spec is 25% difference from highest to lowest cyl reading.

  • @PapiDoesIt
    @PapiDoesIt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    All the epoxy oozed out of my Duraspark box and it still ran 4 years like that. Can't keep those old Fords down!

  • @grantkoeller8911
    @grantkoeller8911 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For what you do, as your day to day professional job, you need a good modern torque wrench. The head must be torqued to specs, ( exhaust manifold, the valve cover, water pump, everything else).Be careful not to over hone that one cylinder, you could lose compression, burn oil. This block could be re-bored with oversized pistons and new rings, however you said it had already been re-bored.

  • @BuilditUK
    @BuilditUK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yours is my perfect world, getting to mess about on old cars all days long and getting youtube to pay you for it. Top work!

  • @mebe2k
    @mebe2k 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    As soon as he showed what was under that hood I thought "it'll run."

    • @Captain_Yodelstein
      @Captain_Yodelstein 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Just started the video, haven't seen under the hood...guessing 300 L6.

    • @Brock_Landers
      @Brock_Landers 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Captain_Yodelstein You would be punctillius in assuming that...

    • @keithjordan7691
      @keithjordan7691 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Best motor that Ford ever made imo

    • @coltondavis7222
      @coltondavis7222 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My thoughts exactly 😂

    • @cardmanjohn4916
      @cardmanjohn4916 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yup, second the hood opened I thought “straight six, should pop just fine”

  • @dannycasler4959
    @dannycasler4959 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That thing looks like it was under water! That's a lot of rust! It looks good under the valve cover though, so if it was it didn't get in the crankcase. I have a torque wrench just like that one and it works good! That's racing clearance in that cylinder! It fired a little first crank! Yee Haa!! Give er hell til she blows! Always glad to see you post one up! I want to see the Comet fixed up nice like you did the Porsche next!

  • @EnglishTurbines
    @EnglishTurbines 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Shame about that one cylinder, I guess the valves were both open on that one and moisture got it ...29 years of moisture...lol...well done...🤔🤔🇬🇧🇬🇧

  • @jonathanperry3792
    @jonathanperry3792 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My first ever car was a F1 1949 took the v8 side valve out put in a 1975 300 and a turdo no wast gate ,twine clutch, no synchro on first gear it could climb a brick wall.Turdo melted a piston blew the dip stick through the hood.

  • @juanmauricioneira7864
    @juanmauricioneira7864 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done ! Thanks to show us !! have a nice day !!

  • @davidmccormick1058
    @davidmccormick1058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Drop the oil pan and clean it out too!

  • @tootall5559
    @tootall5559 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I'm so old I consider this Ford a late model.

    • @chrisv4682
      @chrisv4682 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol right?

    • @dahlquist4045
      @dahlquist4045 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      that aint no classic

    • @tootall5559
      @tootall5559 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dahlquist4045 I get you, to me it's a late model, but to be a classic a vehicle only has to be 20 years old, least ways according to the DMV

    • @tootall5559
      @tootall5559 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      to Millenials, it's a classic.

    • @phantomwalker8251
      @phantomwalker8251 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      im so old,...........im so old,..............im so,.....what was i on about........i love my 75 high boy....best std 4x4 built..[ chev cucv . dodge power wagon. . all the same ]

  • @johnhansen4550
    @johnhansen4550 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love to see you run a compression test and then put in engine restore and is if it improves the compression..

  • @spceinvdr6603
    @spceinvdr6603 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Inline 6 with a manual will always run

  • @Oyvind88
    @Oyvind88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video😀👍
    Great too this truck alive again, nice too see it have miles and km😀🇳🇴
    Old cars and trucks never die, just someone too save it😀😎

  • @davidfox5827
    @davidfox5827 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gotta love the straight 6. And the flareside bed absolutely rules. Especially one that old, you get to do a wood floor, pretty awesome. Plus, the steps on the sides make for a super practical and useful truck..

    • @davidfox5827
      @davidfox5827 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      However, that thing is absolutely disgusting

  • @humbertoluque9678
    @humbertoluque9678 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Henry Ford himself used that torque wrench on his assembly line

    • @tradrodsandcustoms
      @tradrodsandcustoms 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can still buy those torque wrenches, machine shops use em all the time

  • @matthewpiper1421
    @matthewpiper1421 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love that truck and the inline 6 engine is one of fords best engines.👍👍

  • @audiman-gr5gn
    @audiman-gr5gn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hands down my favorite bodystyle of the f150 i want to build a 6cyl 4spd 4x4 one

  • @study650
    @study650 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video. I bought one just like that in 1980. It was not a 4x4, but everything else was the same. Beautiful truck.

  • @erlingcarlson2404
    @erlingcarlson2404 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, love old 6 I have a 87 with a c6 transmission with dual fuel tanks . Great looking ford you have..

  • @papalazarou5428
    @papalazarou5428 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love your undisguised joy at every triumph that you encounter 😁

  • @richardhill4862
    @richardhill4862 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome! I like the details you give as you go thru your projects.

  • @V4n1llaG0r1lla
    @V4n1llaG0r1lla 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    13:53 sounds like you’re sitting next to the Daytona 500 😂

    • @dakotaarsenault2122
      @dakotaarsenault2122 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lmaoooo bro that’s hilarious

    • @carlboehm3858
      @carlboehm3858 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I laughed so hard ... Then played it again for the wife and we both laughed harder ... 😅

  • @Thep660
    @Thep660 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got a 85 F150 Flareside just like yours, gotta love that interior! Using a 302 Windsor instead, but man I hate that 1G alternator, bought 3-4 Rebuilt ones that went bad in two short years! Good thing is that the 3G swaps are plentiful! Hope you enjoy the flareside body, can't seem to find an aftermarket or oem style like that online, rare beaut!

  • @prittsybaby
    @prittsybaby 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had an 84 F150 just like this. Amazing first vehicle.

  • @sylvainleseur1072
    @sylvainleseur1072 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    29 years old... Great work. Thanks to share.

  • @Shane-Singleton
    @Shane-Singleton 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Had that same combo in an 86 F150. Man I wish I still had that truck.

  • @jerjan8586
    @jerjan8586 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My first vehicle was a 83 f100 just like that one with a 300, 32 years ago,, you cant kill that 300,, looks like you have a good bed there too, good luck with it

  • @leonjbarela
    @leonjbarela 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is my type of channel, let’s all work to get this channel up to 100k subscribers!

  • @STREETRAT98
    @STREETRAT98 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's refreshing to see such an accessible engine bay. Not one packed with 800lbs of crap and an engine shoe-horned in it lol

  • @michaelpanacci7843
    @michaelpanacci7843 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This reminds me of my first truck. Same power train and there is no stopping it. Would love to get it back. Thanks grate video.

  • @raymondarata6549
    @raymondarata6549 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite pick up in my dad's fleet of work trucks was a baby blue 1960 Ford 1/2 ton with a 223 and 3 on the tree.

  • @MaxGiganteum
    @MaxGiganteum ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes, I know the video is a few years old but I've only recently found the channel. First thing of note - vinegar. It eliminates rust because it's acidic. However, you've got to remove all grease or oils BEFORE attempting to use it or you will find failure. Also, in spite of what some folks claim, it isn't a miracle product though it can remove rust under the right conditions. Vinegar is basically a very weak acid which is good because it works slowly. That means you're not likely to do further damage when you use it and you don't actually know what you're doing. With that said, because of the acid, you can destroy what you'd like to keep if it's used for too long. Check your parts once or twice a day if soaking for many days in a row. To isolate sections of a part that's soaking, use wax or duct tape to seal off the parts you don't want the acid to act on. Next, the lifters. Just cranking down the head bolts was a mistake even with the hydraulic lifter design. The easy way to ensure the lifters are adjusted is to get the engine up to operating temp and ensure that you've got good oil pressure by testing using a verified gauge. Grab some decent scissors, some duct tape and a cardboard box or two. Remove the valve cover(s) and use the cardboard to manufacture a loose guard to keep the oil from spurting all over your hands and the engine bay while the engine is running. You don't need to put too much effort into it - all it has to do is keep the oil flowing inside the rails of the head and back down into the block. Slice, dice and tape up the cardboard as needed. Obviously, part of the cardboard has to cover over the top of the rockers and guide the oil back inside the head. Have your guard built? Good, now fire up the engine and grab a ratchet and socket for the rocker nuts. At idle with a fully warmed up engine, back off each rocker nut until you barely hear a small tick occur. Listen very closely. Stop backing off the nut when you can barely hear the tick and tighten the nut exactly 1/4 turn. Do the rockers one at a time only! Go through all the rockers from one end of the head to the other TWICE. When you've done that, clean up the mating surfaces and replace the valve cover. You're done. This procedure works on pretty much any hydraulic lifter design engine so don't be afraid to use it if you have any doubt about your engine. The bottom line here is that even with hydraulic lifters, they've got to be in proper adjustment if you expect the engine to last. Too tight or too loose leads to catastrophic damage and expensive repairs. The least you can expect is bent pushrods and an engine that runs badly or not at all. Next, bolt installation. I cringed when you were installing the spark plugs and some of the bolts on the intake. I could hear the screeching over the audio on an intake bolt or two! Use a decent high temperature anti-seize on the threads of your spark plugs. Also on any bolts, nuts or screws that are near or on the exhaust system. Believe me when I say that you'll thank yourself for doing so down the road of life when you take things apart for maintenance or repairs. Use a regular anti-seize on all parts that don't need a high temp type. What type to use? Everyone has their opinion but I use a copper based type for a high temp anti-seize. I've never had an issue with it myself. For a regular anti-seize, a lot of folks prefer a nickel based type but I advise doing some research online and choosing what you think will work best for you. Opinions vary greatly and for many reasons but MHO is that it's best to use SOME type of anti-seize rather than not use one. Again, you'll thank yourself for doing so when you take things apart. Lastly, consider chasing all the threads on your hardware before reassembling the parts. Chase, clean and lube equals success. Peace & good vibes!
    - Max Giganteum

  • @andarthome142
    @andarthome142 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's good to hear you put more video's out the next weeks 👍👍😎🚘🚘

  • @thatrustyf100
    @thatrustyf100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Love that patina

    • @campbelldutch75
      @campbelldutch75 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Patina lol give me a break ! It’s rusty crazy paint

  • @brittlanders351
    @brittlanders351 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I subscribed on this video. I clicked for the step side with a 300, but I stayed for the content.
    I commend you for protecting your family!

  • @RealDave10W
    @RealDave10W 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really enjoyed that video, that was brilliant! Keep up the good work Michael, your channel is getting better and better!👊🏻😎

  • @Sockieknowshockey
    @Sockieknowshockey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your enthusiasm keeps me coming back.

  • @AndrewHCann
    @AndrewHCann 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I remember those old Ford Trucks and restored lots them in 2 or 4 wheel drive plus 6 to 8 cylinder types too! That wild see headlights flashing like that 😳 ! Yes 300 6 cylinder like 292 6 cylinders motor built tough and Granny 4 speed too also any differential gears are excellent too! Excellent video and work on too get drive that old Truck going too!

  • @gergatron7000
    @gergatron7000 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We love our inlines here in Oz. Ford, Holden and Chrysler all had their own 6s during the 60s and 70s, all of them solid as a rock.
    Holden 6 came out in 64, went until 85. Solid old axe.
    Chrysler Hemi 6 went 1970 to 1981. Most powerful 6 in the world in E49 tune (triple Webers) at 302hp.
    Ford 6 started with the 1960 Falcon and evolved over the years to crossflow (1976), alloy head (1980), SOHC (1988) and DOHC Barra (2002), also turbo available.
    Ford Oz kept on with the inline till the bitter end with the Barra 6, a now world-renowned powerplant. Taxi companies 9/10 times would choose the Ford as they could reach 1,000,000 km and still be running fine.

  • @donaldfrazier5244
    @donaldfrazier5244 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looking into buying a 88 4x4 same engine with a manual transmission great truck I’ll give you a grand for it!

  • @christopherguzzi1316
    @christopherguzzi1316 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love an inline 6 engine. They are durable, torquey, and smooth. I had one in my first car, a 1971 AMC Hornet, and one in my current winter beater, a 2006 Saab 97x with the Atlas 4.2 inline 6. And come to think of it, one in my wife's BMW Z3.

  • @themoelman
    @themoelman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    23:45 - its a 2 handed, 1 elbow starter - love it! 🤣

  • @satarjabar1349
    @satarjabar1349 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job ... 👍👍👍👍👍 I love this kind of trucks ... She's wonderful .

  • @jacobingerson5081
    @jacobingerson5081 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just picked up an 83 stepside with a 302 last week but I'm gonna try to find a 90s fuel injection 300 straight 6 to put in it. Should make a fun mountain rig.

  • @thomassundstrom2261
    @thomassundstrom2261 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Im in love 😍 want a truck like that.

  • @revolution3797
    @revolution3797 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Evapo rust about $25 a gallon depending on where you can go. 24-hour cycle, to be almost rest free if none. if you have the money that stuff is great. Vinegar does its job well too. Great video

  • @elwoodtaylor1092
    @elwoodtaylor1092 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    that's awesome guys, makes me wish I still had my older 3 hundred six cylinder ford trucks, mine are all early to mind 90s ford f150s with 302s EFI

  • @cjcourter1477
    @cjcourter1477 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That pickup just screams 351 Cleveland

  • @mdwayne741
    @mdwayne741 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You guys are the best....I absolutely love your videos. As a 48 year old guy, it's so much fun to learn from you guys. Your father is probably close to my age....I love the nostalgia of these kinds of vehicles.

  • @harrisonhunter7512
    @harrisonhunter7512 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's a cool looking truck ,l like the wellside trays/tubs on these things.great video 👍 from Australia

  • @jeremyelford7926
    @jeremyelford7926 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anyone who would use a calibrated log to resurrect an old Ford engine is a friend of mine...well done, guys!

  • @SchnelleKat
    @SchnelleKat 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is a really really unique truck you have there, not a whole not around anymore, i could see your pops with a mullet driving this around town, add some Bfg 33s on it and a rollbar with kcs! i LOVE those grab handles. Schweeeet doggie!

  • @edgardovigocastillo794
    @edgardovigocastillo794 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Engine locked, bhaaaaa thats fine! Lets go to the hardware store.

  • @mikus4242
    @mikus4242 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    First successful unstick engine video I have seen on YT. Great Job.

  • @daltonwillis4587
    @daltonwillis4587 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just found your channel, but I love your excitement and personality!

    • @BudgetBuildz
      @BudgetBuildz  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much!! Glad to have yah 😃

  • @MustangsTrainsMowers
    @MustangsTrainsMowers 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I owned a dozen plus F150’s 81-86 and all but one had the 300-6. Plus I had 92 & 93 F150’s, 94 F250HD all with the 300-6. The 92 had been sitting not run for 5-10 years. I got it running and it ran a high idle for about 20 minutes while the exhaust smoked some. Then the engine settled down and stopped smoking. I sold the engine and tranny later. If I was younger and healthy I’d look for some southern 92-95 F150’s with the 300-6 and modify it to a 3.55 axle ratio along with a ZF heavy duty 5 speed manual transmission.