Winning the Battle But Losing the War - International Truck Part 2
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- I am gaining ground against the engine in the 1955 International R-172 truck. But is the war already lost?
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Hey everyone, let's help Pete locate some pistons for this truck! Give back to someone who makes our lives a little brighter. I know we will be looking. I have faith you will find the pistons Pete, I am like you, do it as original as possible. It would be a treat to see the ole girl up and running!🥰
I'm thinking he could look for machine shops in his area that would make them for him
Yes help him locate some parts, Pete's no slouch.
I love the long term project videos.
I would love to see a total rebuild with existing power train, soup to nuts.
@@EdithSavoy-p9c Wiseco, JE, Ross, Mahle, and a bunch of other piston manufacturers will make pistons to order. The issue is gonna be cost - it can easily run over a grand for a set of custom pistons.
I bet Derek from Vice Grip Garage could be great help in this.
Okay Pete, this is one of your best videos yet!!! I am glued to the screen, in awe of how you are giving utmost effort and willing the engine to do what you want it to do 💪🏻👏🏻 Blown away!! 🔥🔥🔥❤
So glad you didn't give up on it, thats not your style. It's a beautiful truck! Sometimes you are better off to walk away for a while and something will come through. Can't wait to see!!! ❤
PLLEASE DON'T GIVE UP. We're cheering you on.
My first truck in 1978 was a 1959 International one ton dually. I paid $50 for it and drove it 4 hours to home. It came with a stake rack to which I added plywood and corrugated steel to make higher sides and a roof. (NOT watertight!) I used it for a couple years in my new start up blown cellulose insulating business. It was several colors of blue/green and yellow so I bought some heavy duty equipment enamel at Fleet Farm and brushed it brown. I paid an artist $25? to paint on a cream color lettering with my business name. I had an older friend (not old!) who decided he would keep it running at minimal cost to me. I recall him working on the rear differential and repeatedly tightening it. My wife still remembers that the passenger window was missing; I recall cutting a piece of plexiglass to fit the opening. Apparently there was some winter weather without a window! But it worked and ran and I wish I had not had to have the $300 I got for it to make the down payment on our first house.
Was that in 1979??
@@MegaGsizzle late 79 or early 80. Not sure anymore. Did you buy one then? For $300??
It’s going to be a fun ride whatever you decide.
What a great story probably most of us have a story somewhat like that. Bought a old Chevy pickup for 350 dollars my first pickup
Pete has a problem to solve, and I'm here for it. I'm all in. Thank you for your time making your videos.
@BareKnuckleBinder
You are educating people in perseverance, problem solving, financial responsibility, and LIFE! Thank you for your humor(?), attitude, knowledge, and life skills. You are what my Dad called "a treasure".
Great video. This may turn out to be one of your best restorations yet. Had a friend who had an International at Camp Pendleton in California. When the Air Station flooded all he did was drain his gas tank, add fresh gas, drop in a new battery and he drove the beast off the air station. Nothing could kill those trucks. Keep up with such great content.
Like a Dodge Power Wagon !
Definitely pull the block and have it bored if nothing is cracked. In the end, it's a small price to pay in the larger scheme of things, especially if it brings you pleasure!
And sleeved if not too expensive.
Pete, you're inventing a new long form of edutainment. Every bit as entertaining as it is educational. Great job
I recall riding alongside my grandpa in his Ford pickup from the Lord knows what vintage. He tossed several old saddle blankets across the bare springs, had an "up to date" brodie wheel on the steering wheel, an oversized golf ball on the gear shift----but everything under the hood and drive train was original. Like you, the soul of the truck remained and he was content with all of the strange fripperies in the cab. I won't even go into the faded gray paint job. . . . .you're not alone, Pete, just a splinter off the Old Block of Mechanic Purists. All the best from the Midwest!
Where there's a will! That's what I really like about you, your tenacity!
Thank you for taking me along on your journey ( battle ) of restoration. Takes quite a commitment bringing International Truck to it's glory days-
Congratulations on that #6 Cylinder. I am smiling through all of this. You are a superhero. Thank you so much for sharing your progress. The one thing that for me is missing here is you saying something like: "I am proud of what I have accomplished." Give yourself credit here. Your work, your research, your progress. Epic. Thank you. New Hampshire.
I would love to see the restoration complete. It would be a challenge. The end result would be watching you load your products and going to the farmers market driving this truck. The pride of having another piece of history related to your family would then come full circle. Just my thoughts. What your decision will be interesting to follow. Can't wait to see the next video. Thanks for posting.
I'm glad to see you didn't give up on it, Pete. I hope you decide to completely restore it. I would love to see your farm name on it with a set of magnet signs and you driving it to the farmer's market. In today's fast moving through away the old for something new it is great to see someone take their time and totally restore something old and it being a truck that was in your family makes it that much better. I love watching your channel and looking forward to seeing whatever you decide to do with it.
I'm thinking we have something to look forward to!! Thanks again for breaking this project down to its basics.
I have no idea what direction to recommend you go with the truck Pete. But I thank you for your efforts and for taking us along with you. I have no desire to tackle such a project myself, but I enjoy living it vicariously through your videos. And whatever you do, if you post it, I'll click the like button. Thanks.
Pete, I've watched you long enough to know that at this point, it's not about anything but your character and tenacity. And your character and tenacity are not going to let this truck project whip you. Settling for anything other than fixing it, and fixing it right, is not an option. So, when you get it fixed right, the thrill of victory will be worth more than a million dollars. Let the games begin! If we need to chip in, just say the word and you will find that some of us on Team Pete and Hillary will put our money where our mouth is. The lesson in tenacity and perseverance will be priceless.
I loved the before and after restoration pictures of the house, clock, and tractors!
You are the right person for the task Pete. in the mean time we have something to look forward to. Thankful that piston free'd up.
Please restore! That is a beautiful blank canvas.
I'm all for restoration projects! And I feel like it'll test your skills, especially the sheet metal and paint! Could be a great parade vehicle to promote the farm!
Or a dedicated farm truck!
Yes!!! I can almost see it now!!! 🎉😊😊your videos are the best!!! Your videos give this 74 year old great grandmother the greatest joy and I know you didn’t lose the war when memories with your son are eternal 😊😊😊😊😊
I am with you if you do or don't. Keep to your views. You have my support. Thanks for being you. Love your channel and attitude to inform.
After seeing the last video, I was so happy to see you get that piston out. I don't usually watch all your mechanical videos, but I'm very much interested in this project!
Very interesting. I new you would get it apart. That baby was stuck good. But I had faith in you Pete. Now to see what you decide to do next. Thanks for sharing
There’s a guy that lives in Oregon has a TH-cam page 406 garage. He does nothing but rescue international trucks has a bunch of parts.
as does @BareKnuckleBinder
Good morning Pete ....your the best, keep on being creative and innovative in what you love to do thanks Pete
I am absolutely LOVING the truck videos. I have a 1951 L112 and hope to get lots of ideas from you!
Don't change a thing Pete.
What ever you decide to do with the truck, I applaud.
Love this project, I bet Pete will find a way to bring it back to life and have fun with it ! Old equipment is so much more fun. Love to see these things being saved, especially by someone like Pete who really explains the process brilliantly !
I'll always remember 1955 as the year my dad graduated from Jordan High School in Sandy, Utah. He finished his time on earth this past January. Hope to see this old truck firing on all 6 cylinders in a future video!
I love the channel,all aspects of the journey, I would go with the 30 over and get new valves and rebuild the engine otherwise you won’t be happy with it. Do it when time allows. My father would say Chores on the farm are a mandatory activity, Projects are done when the Chores are completed. Don’t feel bad about not getting the truck running it will come in good time .
Pete, look at that thing. It’s adorable… You gotta get it running, man. I wonder if Area Diesel Service could fabricate the pistons. They fabricated a carburetor for Diesel Creek.
I couldn't agree more Pete. Coming from one who has built and restored over 100 cars and trucks in my life, stock is great! Modified and butchered as NOT what I would do. Block NEEDS to be removed, .030 over magnaflux the head and block before anything. And put it back together and just enjoy it. Working on old stuff is great. Maybe you should work on resurrecting some of your Communion money that you still have in a shoe box somewhere in your closet and throw a few bucks at that truck. LOL!!!! Restoring old vehicles is NOT for the faint of heart when it comes to a full restoration. It costs ridiculous money nowadays. But simply going through the motor will probably land somewhere in the $5K range to get it back on the road. For the SUPER TIGHT-FISTED like yourself, maybe $3K to $4K as you are very resourceful. You have spent an amazing amount of money, time and effort on tractors over the years, what's the difference?
Very admirable your desire to learn and fix rather than abandon and buy new. I know nothing about engines or restoral, but I watch your videos out of fascination. Mine and yours. Lol.
It is amazing the difference in parts availability for 70 year old tractor vs a 70 year old truck. I am wishing you good luck on this project, would like to see it running!
As you said, the diversion is over for now, but let me add that it is not forgotten. That's the nice thing about side projects: there isn't really a deadline for them; they take as long as they take.
Build yourself a sturdy bench so you're not working bent over on your knees. You will definitely feel it.
Eh.
Love the stubbornness shown to get that stuck piston out of there. You beat it Pete (literally). Great video.
My brother-in-law had an old International one ton truck. He had me take a load of wheat into town for him in that truck. As I started to leave the field the ground was soft and I twisted off a rear axle. I thought oh Boy, that will be a big project to repair. My brother-in-law went into town, a small town in Northern Kansas and the international dealer had a new axle on hand. He came back with it and he didn't even jack it up or anything. That truck had a floating axle. We unbolted it from the hub and pulled it out and we got lucky. The broken end came along with it. In about an hour we had it going again. That's when stuff was made to be worked on.
"When stuff was made to be worked on", you mean the good old days! With you on that.
Thanks Pete. I have a new appreciation of the work my Dad did, and the skills he had, when he replaced an engine in his 1948 Dodge pick up truck, in 1961. He did all of the work himself. Thanks for bringing us along on this journey.
“The struggle is the most beautiful”. Freud. I understand you.
The longer I watch, the more glad I am I met ya! Thank You.
Glad to see you are not giving up on that great truck !!! Growing up on a farm myself and wrenching on motors as far back as I can remember its good to see you "younger" guys still can do it .
Thanks Pete... we love taking on the challenge with you - always stimulating and fun!
Pete.
I found this video very interesting. Im glad you're not giving up on the old girl just yet.
I'm looking forward to seeing the 856 come back together, but i think we all understand that life happens every day.
See ya sunday.
Thank you Pete 👍💙🤗 thanks for being you my friend
If your not learning your dying. Keep learning something new each day.
You continually amaze me with your perseverance and stick-to-itness! I enjoy also taking on difficult challenges! But I'm not as bold as you and watching you inspires me!
I really like the overall look of that truck. Maybe while you are busy with other things you can keep an ear out in case parts become available. It could be useful on the farm just moving stuff around here and there and looking real nice in the front so it can be seen from the road with new paint. I would hold on to it and be patient.
We will all pray that you find all the parts that you are looking for to complete this project, now let those bulls out so we can see their little ones next year, God Bless and have a great day
@BareKnuckleBinder is a good place to start
Ultimately Pete, what you do with the truck is your decision. I for one love those old trucks, and I know restoring it will be both costly and a challenge to find parts. But it's your choice how this project moves forward.
Thanks for everything you do!!! I ALWAYS look forward to seeing your next video. Thanks also goes to Hillary!!! It warms my heart to see y'all working together. God bless y'all and your farm.
Pete, that is one beautiful truck... I absolutely love that body style...and I love that you want to keep it as original as possible. 😊
You do have that C263 from the 656 that's sitting there all ready to go... The tractor engines are based on the Black Diamond series, and I've heard of Black Diamond engines being put in tractors...
Very interesting to see the results of the teardown so far and kind of sad that parts to restore aren't available. I appreciate your ideas of staying original vs. a change to a different drive train. Also appreciate your feelings about your takedown to restore as an endeavor to your fulfillment and enjoyment as yuo complete these projects. Looking forward to more videos as the seasons move along.
Great video thanks for sharing it with us all mate hope you are all doing well and God bless you and your family and your friends thanks again mate.
lol The wind can blow things all away, I learned, believe me.
Enjoyed it Pete
Good Morning Pete!
I learnt to drive in an 1956 International Truck. It was rated to 10 ton and we used it to cart hay from the field to the Hay shed. That was 35 years ago and it was still going strong then.
remember no price too high for glory i went down this road few years ago i fully understand this lol
I hope you’re able to continue in the future with this truck! I find your rebuilds no your renovations inspiring and very interesting. Thank you for your videos l’m a huge fan !!
By the sounds of itpete it sounds like your best option is to grab those oversized pistons if the parts are so hard to come across and just bore the block to suit or maybe look at the swap meet you never know you may get lucky
Pete, I'd go for the oversized pistons and a re-bore (assuming good quality parts). I'd be surprised if the cylinders were still 100% after what they've been through - both the seizing and the likely wear that had accumulated beforehand. If you have the pistons in hand, you can always put the rest off until you are ready.
Im excited to see your progress on the truck.
Thanks so much for sharing the video Pete. Hope some pistons surface from somewhere. Wish I had them to give you. I know it's discouraging. Thanks for always being positive and sharing your perspective with us.
Don't give up, those parts are out there somewhere. Been there, done that
@BareKnuckleBinder is a good place to start
Pete's rise up to the challenge and never let the machine win mentality is a refreshing thing, ecpecially in today's society!
I’ll bet you can hone those cylinders with a drill and they will be fine. Cast iron blocks are amazing to work with. The big question is can you find pistons and rings??? That’s how pistons should be made, with long scirts
That's the thing right there: finding pistons & rings. My F20 sat for decades...honed the bores, reused the pistons, put new rings in, runs like a champ.
Hey ya Pete, good thing you have the old red tractors and not those Green thangs. Looks like John Deere is going to shit in a handbag. Many farmers are totally pissed at J.D..... Good move keeping things simple Pete.....🚜RED is NOT dead by a long shot and because of people like you, Farmall will live forever........Thanks for all you do!!!!!!!!!!!!!!🚜🚜🚜🚜🚜🚜
I understand if you don't want to fix that truck. You might get some money for it if you do.
Hi, I will not be "flipping" or selling the truck. It's here to stay.
So glad you are taking time to think about the truck and not just tossing the whole project. Really enjoyed these last videos on the truck. It seems like it has more merit than maybe other restorations because it is a family heirloom. Looking forward to seeing what happens next.
In 73 I found an abandoned 1961 Chevy truck in a hedgerow, the farmer said I could have it if I could get it moving. Two weeks later I had it home much to my father’s disappointment.🤣 I had it for a while then traded up- or down, the car was a bit of a headache. Always good to have a project in the works.
In a case like some of the stuck bolts, I'd spray them well with Liquid Wrench and let them sit a while first.
I really like the way you think and would love to see this truck, fully restored to it's original condition. I highly encourage you to meet your dream for this project. Take care and stay faithful. Phil
I like that architects never give up until they get the right.
I like the thought process you shared. You know yourself pretty well
Don't give up. Something or someone will come your way. You have patience and it will pay off. Good luck.
Looking forward to seeing what you will do with the project!
There’s an outfit out west called Egge that can make pistons for you. Talk to your local machine shop they should have heard of them.
Be patient and keep looking for the parts you need. Meanwhile tinker with it here and there, hone the cylinders, pressure wash it, etc. That will keep you engaged, interested, and motivated. No need to rush.
Loved the truck series. Thank you. Let’s hope she can run again. 😊
You should get a hold of Ben at 406 Garage, If anyone could locate a set of pistons for that engine it would be him
I have faith in you and you will get it running
The truck needs help and keeping it all original would be ultimate. Good luck with piecing it together Pete.
Hi Pete. I hope somewhere somehow. You find some pistons for that pickup. Maybe Squatch253 or Bare Knuckle Binder can help you find some pistons. Pete. I hope you realize how important your channel is to your 458,000 subscribers. Think about that , almost 500,000 subscribers. Please know that your dad joke humor and calm peaceful demeanor. Your sharing of knowledge of tractors farming and animals. Has become a much needed "safe haven" for so many of your viewers. THANK YOU for taking the time to make and edit these videos and sharing a part of your life with us.
@BareKnuckleBinder is a good place to start
@@Watchyn_Yarwood i sent him an email with a link to Petes video. I did not get a reply.
@@needsaride15126 Hmmm
Thank so much for this series, very cool and interesting. Thanks pete cant wait to see what time brings. God bless 🙏
Now that's a great way to take out your frustrations. Love it.
This is a great restoration we love it. We will definitely follow you.
Pete enjoy watching your video with my coffee this morning. Reminds me of my younger years when I helped my brother and uncle take apart engines and rebuilding them. Have a great rest of your week. Thank you.
I really respect you Sir.
I hope you find the engine parts. And I sincerely hope you paint the entire bodywork, turn the ignition, and take a nice tour of your farm.
@BareKnuckleBinder is a good place to start
I admire your strength and interest in restoring old items, I hope Henry takes up these challenges.
Love your videos keep them coming.
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I like option 4. Always thought a custom adapted C301 from an 806 with would be neat in an old truck like that.
I would love to see this come to fruition. It will be worth watching!
Always a calm, enjoyable, interesting video. I like the Pete way of life.
Coming off the farm in ND in 1980 I felt the need to have a truck. I found a IH 160 (1.5 Ton) it had a very tall cab. Someone had already replaced IH motor with a 352 Ford which was shot. So i bought a 300 Ford 6 with attached 4 speed out of a 1 ton wrecker. After much work got it running hauled one load of broken cement to the dump, than I gave the truck to a friend who lived in Northern AZ. All in all it was a good learning experience! One to never repeat. I wish you great luck in your endeavor. And hope you can put to real use on the farm once its working, as this truck will likely never be a truck for the road.
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Pete, When I was in High School 45years ago, I restored a 1952 L-120. I knew nothing about vehicles and would walk into the local parts house and lay the old part on the counter and say “I need one of these”. At that time (pre computer) they had to look up everything in a book. Unfortunately the book they had only went back as far as 1965.
One day as we were struggling to find a part one of the old farmers asked me what I was I was doing rebuilding a combine or something? Then he told the parts guy to look up the part in the tractor book. Seems that the same engine was used in some of the ag and industrial power units. It may be a long shot but you might look for a similar parts I’m some of the AG books.
I click on the video and see Pete beating on an engine with a large hammer. Certainly got my attention!