RUSTY $500 F100 - Will it Run and Drive?

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  • @JunkyardDigs
    @JunkyardDigs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Thanks to Bespoke Post for sponsoring this video! New subscribers get 20% off their first box - go to bspk.me/digs20 and enter code DIGS20 at checkout!

    • @MasterCorporalK.Storch
      @MasterCorporalK.Storch 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      First reply and when’s the next grand national vid because I have a 1987 grand national and I want to learn more about grand nationals

    • @JunkyardDigs
      @JunkyardDigs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@MasterCorporalK.Storch hopefully next week!

    • @itzfrostyo
      @itzfrostyo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      2nd reply I feel like a Ford Mustang revival would be great haven’t seen one of those in a while on TH-cam

    • @shanewilliams5125
      @shanewilliams5125 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They don’t deliver to Australia

    • @dcraexon
      @dcraexon 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Had a 7o w/390 spicer3 sp w 4:10 no rust ,brakes were shot tire rod came off steeringshaft donut fell apart pick up tube in tank had some pebbles in it shot them out with pressure washer most things didn’t cost much spare parts were easy to find , easy to work on

  • @redharlow4779
    @redharlow4779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +679

    Kevin: "Bought this truck for $500."
    Trucks in my area: "For sale, no bed no doors no motor, 5.5k best offer in town

    • @rubenbraekman4515
      @rubenbraekman4515 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      True 😂

    • @HALOman-vi2tg
      @HALOman-vi2tg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      Trucks are outrageous in my area as well. Though I did pick up a 59 Edsel for $500

    • @SpeedandChromeTV
      @SpeedandChromeTV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Move to the mid west, rust belt.

    • @PR0GEN909
      @PR0GEN909 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Exactly

    • @SpeedandChromeTV
      @SpeedandChromeTV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I sold a very decent '69 F100 a few years back for $1700. Ran and drove and wasn't rusted out. They are out there.

  • @scotfenedick6618
    @scotfenedick6618 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Dude, quit being so hard on yourself. We don’t watch your channel for hassle free revivals, we watch because you and mook because you manage to relate to all of us. You should be proud for all of your accomplishments. Debt free out of college, successful business, friends who seem to like you. This is probably my favorite channel. Nothing against the others, you just strike the balance of not taking yourself too seriously, and showing that everything goes to plan. It makes my day when I see that new content has dropped. Thanks for your service, thanks for being real. And thanks for not forgetting how to laugh.

  • @aaronprice1497
    @aaronprice1497 2 ปีที่แล้ว +176

    I actually liked life advice with Kevin.
    Wouldn't mind hearing more about some of the stuff you've done.

  • @gr1mrea9er82
    @gr1mrea9er82 2 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    The JYD garage has found its 2nd permanent member. It complements the Pontiac perfectly. Whatever you do... keep that Eagle, Kevin.

  • @jetflash89
    @jetflash89 2 ปีที่แล้ว +457

    "you will feel the math coursing through your body" -Kevin JYD, 2021

    • @jmcdowell1972
      @jmcdowell1972 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I am totally stealing this one! LOL

    • @josephstalin9500
      @josephstalin9500 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fucking love math jokes

    • @greendryerlint
      @greendryerlint 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I misread that as "You will feel the METH coursing through your body." lol

    • @Korium84
      @Korium84 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I lost my shituff laughing at that

    • @MonkTorius
      @MonkTorius 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      As I was reading this, he said it, what odd timing.

  • @timmer1229
    @timmer1229 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Words can't explain how important your getting involved in the military is. It's so true and we need new warriors. To fix stuff! Respect.

  • @demoscottgaminglounge6315
    @demoscottgaminglounge6315 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Now I’m convinced Kevin will be able to get old helicopter of some kind air worthy. That’d be a cool project on the channel

  • @ghettsumm7949
    @ghettsumm7949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    First of all. Thank You for your service. I pretty much followed the same path you took, as far as Military service and college degree from an accredited School. My MOS was 63B/52D Light Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic/ Power Gen Equipment repair. You were probably still in grade school when I went through it, and I doubt It's changed much since then. My education was completely paid for from the Army, and it makes a huge difference when starting out. Our Veteran status certainly opens a lot of doors!

  • @JSwatchesthings
    @JSwatchesthings 2 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    That "Queen Filter" is a filter for a "Filter Queen" vacuum cleaner. They probably still make that exact model, as they are tanks as far as vacuum cleaners go.

    • @m0unds
      @m0unds 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yeah, they're sorta like a fancy shop vac sorta configuration. Little felt thing was designed to muffle the exhaust and also to be sprayed w fragrances so the exhaust smells nice.

    • @1nvisible1
      @1nvisible1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      *Oh that ain't rusty on these. Rusty is when it looks like someone tried to can opener the roof on all four sides and the bed's style line has a quarter inch gap corroded through the steel.*

    • @sheldondyck8631
      @sheldondyck8631 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My parents bought a Filter Queen over 30 years ago and they still use it to this day. Thankfully that horrid smelling perfume crap that came with it has long since been used up lol.

    • @brandondriskill8809
      @brandondriskill8809 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      my parents bought a filter Queen vacuum over 50 years ago. Good machines!

    • @quadruple_negative
      @quadruple_negative 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love how American products are named. Such and such King and This that Queen.

  • @bennyhelgeson401
    @bennyhelgeson401 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Great life advice! To graduate college and begin life with no debt is a goal with striving for. Congratulations!

  • @shrug53
    @shrug53 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome plug for the military! I was in the Air Force for a little over 2 years (until I developed a heart murmur) But it was the best decision ever. I had no direction coming out of high school. The service not only gave me valuable electronics training, but also taught me self discipline, a fantastic work ethic and so much more.

  • @bigmountain7561
    @bigmountain7561 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I went into the Coast Guard went to Kodiak had a blast learned to be a heavy equipment operator and spent 20 years as a civilian doing my trade. Thank You for Your Service. I was a Peace Time Vet after Vietnam and before Granada. Some really fun times in the Motor Pool!!!!

  • @djsonic6533
    @djsonic6533 2 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    That's cool that you're rocking the Eagle!! Really nice car and an important piece of history

  • @JonTheGeek
    @JonTheGeek 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I'm going through automotive electrical ATM in school, and Kevin actually explained the random clunk problem accurately and easily.
    Good job Kevin!

  • @Hal09i
    @Hal09i 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great life advice about the military. Air Force vet here. I was never interested in playing soldier, but military service allowed me to learn a valuable skill, live in Europe as a young man, gave me focus, helped me grow up, learn discipline and other life skills, and also paid for college. Kevin I laughed when you looked to the sky and identified the noise. As a former air traffic controller I do the same when I hear military aircraft go over. You never forget that "sound of freedom"...

  • @ColeBarnett22
    @ColeBarnett22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Cheers to being a mechanic! Currently an aircraft mechanic in the USAF. Loving it so far and looking to start school soon to get my A&P license. Going to school didnt even cross my mind until I joined the military.
    Honestly the life advice and talk is awesome to hear. Keep up the awesome content 🤘

  • @greatheightsu
    @greatheightsu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    2:57 the reason is it's the most aggressive/coolest looking station wagon ever made.
    EAGLES FLY!! CAW-CAW!

    • @nferraro222
      @nferraro222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      In about 3 weeks, you'll start seeing'em appear at the gas stations all over N.E. Pennsylvania. The cold weather hits and the Eagles start flyin' :)

  • @sentragint
    @sentragint 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Much respect for you. Thank you for your service. I was dual MOS. 42B and 63B (that greasy job 😂). I joined for college money but walked into my career after my first deployment. You are 100% right. I owe everything to my 9 years in the reserves. That’s why I love your channel. You are a down to earth humble dude who gets to do what he loves everyday. Keep doing what you do brother.

  • @chrisw9629
    @chrisw9629 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Man… Kevin really did life right so far… wish I could go back 15 years and take some of his advice 😂

  • @996porsche4
    @996porsche4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really appreciate your comments about serving in the military....I did 28 years guard and AGR chinook pilot and other stuff...OEF and OIF...thanks for your service.....love your channel

  • @phil_townes
    @phil_townes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Great episode! Life advice, Ohm's law, and scaring Mook with backfiring. What more do we need?

    • @garageofscrap
      @garageofscrap 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Booger scope, we need booger scope. Other than that it was perfect

  • @garageofscrap
    @garageofscrap 2 ปีที่แล้ว +163

    Going along with Kevin’s advice about joining some form of military, if that’s not your thing, I strongly recommend trying to find an apprenticeship, I have one with my local water provider here in the uk, and it’s a great way to start earning, get free education, and get paid. You get a decent choice of industries and companies to apply for, so you can really choose something that suits you

    • @greendryerlint
      @greendryerlint 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Whatever you do, even if it's not college, study, learn, find something that interests you and seize onto it. Don't stop learning and improving your mind.

    • @JunkyardDigs
      @JunkyardDigs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      Absolutely!! The trades industry is always an excellent career choice.

    • @Dragoneum
      @Dragoneum 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@JunkyardDigs for me the CNC industry really is something that sparks my interest and I love working with machines, gets paid well and overall a great profession!

    • @TheRedneckBudha
      @TheRedneckBudha 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Absolutely agree military wouldn't take me so I became a plumber great career thus far.

    • @scripter13
      @scripter13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheRedneckBudha Says "TheMoistDangerousGame"

  • @healingsnake1
    @healingsnake1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Kevin, videos like this was the reason i started watching you. The F250 in the woods with Luke will always be gold. I would love to see you guys restore one.

    • @laurafoisey4121
      @laurafoisey4121 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kevin did a siver 1970 oldsmobile cutlass 350 4 barrel vinil top and it is one of his nicest cars that he ever owned

  • @mikehughes8226
    @mikehughes8226 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tanks for the talk about the National Guard. I did 3 years active, got out and went to school on the GI bill, free education. Took my degree in nursing and spent 20 twin the Army National Guard as a Nurse Officer. Retired as a Major! Good advice!

  • @225Perfect
    @225Perfect 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    You guys "applied some engineering" with a hammer in a video once, and the phrase has stuck with me. My engineer friends always get a kick out of it.

    • @rpavlik1
      @rpavlik1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Reminds me of the "engineer hammer" - no idea if that's the real name or just a nickname, but it's a pretty funny thing to call a very small sledge.

    • @111000100101001
      @111000100101001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We have one in our tool box at work. It helps re-engineer many things;)

    • @garageofscrap
      @garageofscrap 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It worked with the satellites valve train, it’ll work with everything.

    • @misforyoutube8452
      @misforyoutube8452 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The expert wording is "percussive maintenance"

  • @LucoreAuto
    @LucoreAuto 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Why are there so many awesome old trucks abandoned in Iowa!? We're tuned in and watching 😀
    Great to see the Golden Eagle in service too!

    • @rpavlik1
      @rpavlik1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Stay in Iowa long enough, and you'll abandon more than just cars, you'll abandon hope 😉

    • @JunkyardDigs
      @JunkyardDigs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Back when these trucks are cheap / new the industry was driven by farming, Farmers never bought a Mopar or a sports car they only bought an F-250 or 4-door station wagon.
      In time all the square body Chevys got scraped or bought up during the square body craze, and now it's time to find all those old Fords sitting out back. Always too faithful to scrap! back

    • @johnklepper6154
      @johnklepper6154 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@JunkyardDigs post the pic I sent to Donna on my trip back from Wisconsin

  • @TheRoadfarmer
    @TheRoadfarmer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Life skills and advice from JYD. TH-cam needs more of this.

  • @Cozfx
    @Cozfx 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Went the same route only active duty Hueys and Apaches...college paid for and now I teach college. Still a mechanic at heart and hobby. Thank you for your service!

  • @Trenton-om9qs
    @Trenton-om9qs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Old 60s and 70s Ford are such good looking and tough trucks. Glad to see you rocking that Eagle

  • @HillbillyAdventures
    @HillbillyAdventures 2 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    In-line 300 6 cyl is probably one of the toughest motors ever made I’ve owned a dozen Ford trucks with that motor over the years and other than being a gas hog they never leave you stranded

    • @Slane583
      @Slane583 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      All of the F150's that my grandfather owned over the years while I was growing up all had the 300 inline-6 in them. Except for the current truck which has the 4.2 v6 in it. Which is probably based off the Triton and is probably a bad motor. But I don't think there's any Triton badges on the truck so it might not be. :)

    • @deshaunjackson8188
      @deshaunjackson8188 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thats why you owned a dozen and not 1? Because they are bullet proof?

    • @yeetus59
      @yeetus59 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Doesn't sounds that reliable if youve owned multiple

    • @brendan25
      @brendan25 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@deshaunjackson8188 tard logic

    • @HillbillyAdventures
      @HillbillyAdventures 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@yeetus59 I would buy one drive it a year sell it go a year or two and need a truck and buy another always f100,150 and once a f250 with the 300 never had a problem the f250 hunting one year the carter carburetor got loose leaked gas all over tightened it with a pocket knife and drove it 30 miles home the 300 was originally designed by Cummins as a diesel motor ford bought the patent and changed it to gas

  • @doinlaundry
    @doinlaundry 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really liked this episode. Some of them feel contrived: This one felt very genuine. Kevin alone with a camera (waxing philosophical) is refreshing.

  • @TheDogLife5225
    @TheDogLife5225 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the life lessons : ) joined the Guard at 17 years old in 1985. 63N tank mechanic. 6 active and 2 IRR. Also wished I had gone Air Force. Lol. Also qualified for VA home loan. No down payment and seller covered closing costs. Veterans United took good care of me.

  • @nico.c97
    @nico.c97 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    In my country we call that Industrial Engineering, you literally graduate as an engineer without all the bureaucratic hassle. Idk felt like sharing, and as always, excellent video !

    • @alanprather8399
      @alanprather8399 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Industrial Engineering is more time motion studies / yamazumis, ergonomics, cba, 8 waste, value stream mapping ( reduce cost by increasing efficiency decreasing lead /cycle time). applied would be more mechanical with real world applications similar to Industrial Technology Management or the like

    • @perotekku
      @perotekku 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Electrician myself here, nothing wrong with trades as well, to any young guys and gals reading this.
      It does beat up your body, but so does dropping transmissions on your chest while under a 60 year old rust bucket 😂

    • @JunkyardDigs
      @JunkyardDigs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Exactly! We call it engineers with social skills

    • @snoopy5736
      @snoopy5736 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@perotekku Good excercise

  • @MonkTorius
    @MonkTorius 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    This channel is Quickly becoming one of my favorite channels, thanks for the great content! Big love from Canada

  • @jasonblake6641
    @jasonblake6641 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was a Abrams tank mechanic and a recovery specialist. I learned a ton about the AGT 1500 and how to get stuff unstuck. I had a blast. Did it for 12 yrs before I was medically discharged and although I have pain, I’m now paid for the remainder of my life.

  • @OBD01
    @OBD01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bringing old truck back to life, providing free life advise to young pups and comedy all in one video. freaking great content. Good luck with the move

  • @StonkeyDomp
    @StonkeyDomp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    "You will feel the math course through your body!" -Kevin

  • @lawrenceengel3330
    @lawrenceengel3330 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That life coach advice about college and the National Guard is awesome for the younger viewers like my sons, thank you Kevin!

  • @CountryAndClassics
    @CountryAndClassics 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Ohms Law E=IR Safety reasons You should always disconnect the ground first before the opposite.

  • @a.michael2837
    @a.michael2837 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for your service! Did 20 years in the Navy and agree 100%. Great choice and heck of a channel you've got! Cheers!!!

  • @Bzons
    @Bzons 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I lost track how many times a 70's Ford F-Series truck appeared on this channel. But it is Iowa, and they sure do love their trucks.

  • @thedungeondelver
    @thedungeondelver 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    "Uff-da"? "Maybe...I DON'T KNOW"? You sir have been hanging out with Derek lately :D

  • @Grizzmakes
    @Grizzmakes ปีที่แล้ว

    Discovered your channel very recently trying to learn stuff, liking your advice on life.
    I did a few years South African military service, followed by some nursing qualifications because my head was screwed up after active duty deployments. My training was also through government hospitals, got trained, paid and given accommodation. Best advice my dad ever gave me.
    Really enjoy you guys fixing stuff on a budget.
    Thanks.

  • @jkedslie
    @jkedslie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been watching your videos for the better part of a year now and always discerned you as wise beyond your years both auto-mechanically and life-wise. The details of your Army service cleared that up. Thanks for your service and thanks for your videos. Keep up the good work!

  • @uncreative_name48
    @uncreative_name48 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Literally just got accepted to ISU for the Mechanical Engineering program - I'm now seriously considering industrial engineering lmfao

    • @nealschurr2113
      @nealschurr2113 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Look into Ag Systems Technology with Machine Systems focus. It is similar to Mech Eng but less math.

    • @JunkyardDigs
      @JunkyardDigs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You can actually get a double degree at ISU in 4 years, you will walk away with your AST (AG systems technology) and industrial technology. You basically take industrial technology and add three classes and get a second whole degree.
      Give mechanical engineering a try for sure! But if talk to is too hard for you remember there's always i tech.
      Walk into sukup and find the reception desk. ask for Tamara and tell her Kevin sent ya 😎🇺🇲

    • @uncreative_name48
      @uncreative_name48 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@JunkyardDigs ​ @Junkyard Digs Hey man! Thanks for the heads up! Been a fan of your vids for a while, and glad I got some damn good advice from them too (Aside from the obvious, when it comes to checking my ignition timing). I'll be sure to do that. I might end up looking into a double-degree. It's honestly insane that you happened to mention this, right now, because I'm just starting all this. Thank ya! From one car-loving iowan to another hah

    • @JunkyardDigs
      @JunkyardDigs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@uncreative_name48 absolutely! Starting pay is the same for ME vs itech. ME generally has a higher top end tho. But thats all of course situational

  • @heathenamerican8149
    @heathenamerican8149 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    I'd daily that F100 truthfully all the inline six engines I've owned were all strong and decent on the fuel.

    • @tnc7399
      @tnc7399 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      But the thing is, it is high mileage and stood for a long time. Probably needs a lot more work to be able to actually daily.

    • @LynxStarAuto
      @LynxStarAuto 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      There is no such thing as a bad straight 6. Think about it. All of them are great, because the I6 is the purest, naturally balanced rotating assembly.

    • @droptineoutdoors1577
      @droptineoutdoors1577 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@tnc7399 I bought a 73 f100 302 3 speed for $750 all I needed to make it dailyable was $300 for all the brakes but I’ve put a lot more into it than I should’ve but I daily it

    • @TylerDuysen
      @TylerDuysen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Tuck's Handmade Goods 11 is better than alot of old rigs thanfully my 89 f150 gets 25+mpg

    • @VintageTexas59
      @VintageTexas59 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep inline six spins forever, not a Ford guy, prefer Chevy, but the straight six engine is a diamond running forever. Had several 6-cyl Chevy's in the past, no issues at all.

  • @killacash199
    @killacash199 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great life advice, I finished a bachelors degree before I found what I actually wanted to do. Now I’m in tech school to get two avionics certifications and an A&P license.

  • @mikejordan9220
    @mikejordan9220 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I retired from the NG as an 11C. It paid for 100 percent of my undergrad tuition and most of my grad school. Some risk goes along with the enlistment but it is a great program. I agree about the differences with the Army and the Airforce. I have no complaints but I told my kids if they decide to join, the airforce has its advantages.

  • @evasesh6585
    @evasesh6585 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Im working on a 1965 F100 that has been sitting for 17 years after the PO drove it from Texas to AZ, parked it, started to work on it then passed away shortly after moving to AZ. Same sort of setup 300 inline 6 with 3 on the tree. Got mine running but not driving yet, still have a bit of work to do on it to make it road worthy but on a shoe string budget its really really slow going.

    • @reubensandwich9249
      @reubensandwich9249 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome dude, I'm jealous. Always dreamed of getting a 65-66 F100 with the 300. I have my father's sixth generation 100 with the three on the tree 300 straight six.

    • @wes11bravo
      @wes11bravo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just hang in there, my friend. You've got a good solid foundation with that truck.

    • @patrickbrannonsr.6730
      @patrickbrannonsr.6730 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@reubensandwich9249 I have a 64 with the 292 V8 ., but it's hard to beat the 240 and 300 sixes. Had a 240 that used up two vans .

  • @nghermit4922
    @nghermit4922 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    We had those solid glass fuses in the house where I grew up. Sometimes they would explode entirely if I remember correctly, but was almost 40 years ago.

  • @roryklossner2071
    @roryklossner2071 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kevin, this has been one of my favorite episodes yet! Life/mechanic content. Great family values love your whole team family, and TH-cam family.

  • @stubbysgarage
    @stubbysgarage 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The 240 and 300 are some of the toughest engines on the planet. My grandpa has a 240 swapped into his 77 F150 after the factory engine died. And its ran for years without an oil change and had gas in the oil, cracked plug wires, and up until last year a fuel system that sucked more air than fuel. Still going strong. The things legendary

  • @ohblackwater
    @ohblackwater 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Been watching your content for a couple of years I guess, and have always enjoyed it. I do like that you are including more "training, and knowledge" in your content, and I respect your attitude about career paths and hard work. The knowledge segment you did a while back in the motor home was excellent too as was the info provided on this segment. You're an industrious guy, and I too - many years ago, graduated with a degree in Industrial Technology. Thank you for your military service, and for providing something good, educational, and entertaining to watch here on youtube.

  • @asfixjunkyard1320
    @asfixjunkyard1320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    She's soild ish ! Beautiful truck!

    • @tsp159
      @tsp159 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Solid-ish 🤣

    • @danielulz1640
      @danielulz1640 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tsp159 that means that there are still identifiable sections of sheet metal in between the rust holes.

    • @datasailor8132
      @datasailor8132 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nothing that a couple of dozen old license plates and pop rivets couldn’t fix, even in Iowa.

    • @asfixjunkyard1320
      @asfixjunkyard1320 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@datasailor8132 indeed that is

  • @maweott
    @maweott 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Kev. I always learn something new from you, and I enjoy watching you figure out the issues you have with cars. All of these videos will help me get my truck running. i hope.

  • @davelewandoski4292
    @davelewandoski4292 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love the guys like Kevin, has more knowledge at his age than I still do, has $10,000 worth of tools, but uses pliers to tighten stuff....Great videos, keep'm coming. And Thank You for your service!!

  • @TheKampney
    @TheKampney 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thanks for pumping out content week after week, amazing work my guy.

  • @jswan9658
    @jswan9658 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Agreed on your advice with military service. Myself, University of Illinois ROTC program ,1980 Graduate with a degree in Engineering. It was a honor serving my country and the experience from that extended into my working career.

  • @adamh4530
    @adamh4530 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My dad recently bought a ‘67. Same issues! rust around the hood, no gas pedal & rusty floor. Runs though no problems!

  • @ROHDESONTHEROAD
    @ROHDESONTHEROAD 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your service Brother. Retired Army SFC here. You bring back an old desire to bring old vehicles back to life. Tech School rocks.

  • @GardenOfEdenYT
    @GardenOfEdenYT 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    a helicopter revival or plane revival would be sick

  • @dubcoco1
    @dubcoco1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Runs almost as well as my 240. Gotta love’em. ATB.

  • @petecunnien5368
    @petecunnien5368 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love what you share with us!! Every episode is a great episode!! Your comments about life crack me up!!

  • @philiphartley8823
    @philiphartley8823 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid as always, even better for the 2nd viewing. Sound advice too from the master. Kev and Mook are the top of the car fiddlers and always entertain. More that can be said for lots of the others on YT.

  • @scubasteve2132
    @scubasteve2132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    another reason to not leave water in the coolant system is straight up corrosion and rust antifreeze contains rust inhibitors and rubber lubricant's for seals and hoses also antifreeze has a higher boiling point than water

  • @txnetcop
    @txnetcop 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Love these old F100s. They are mostly bulletproof!

  • @TEAMTOYOTA85
    @TEAMTOYOTA85 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your service brother! Appreciate that Kev. And life advice was a nice touch to the usual wrench turnin videos. I liked it.

  • @spadewolf2688
    @spadewolf2688 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The good thing about Ford trucks for 67 thru 72, is they changed the grille every single year. Makes them very easy to I.D assuming someone hasnt swapped them around! Those factory radio delete plates are a rare little number to find.
    Always happy to see another bumpside done by you, Kevin!

  • @joaoruigsg
    @joaoruigsg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It's a good episode! If we here in Europe could have that kind of "junk" it would be great! :D Nice one! The next one will be even better. ;) Nice!

  • @Texas-Chris
    @Texas-Chris 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hey Kevin, really appreciate your service and great comments about the Army. I have two brothers who were both soldiers, one a career enlisted soldier who retired white 22 years service. My other brother was able to also get his college payed for after his 8 years of service. Love what you do Sir, I hope you, Mook and the Pupper get moved safely and quickly.

  • @danteduran7108
    @danteduran7108 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watched this vid and finally learned your MOS, I’m Air Guard, 2A5 which is aircraft crew chief and I work on c-130s and I’m a full time student, 4 years this November. Great advice and love your channel

  • @Steven-sk6vm
    @Steven-sk6vm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    glad to hear you guys are moving. Love the channel and appreciate the content.

  • @snidedog2004
    @snidedog2004 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Man keep the vids coming on this truck!!

  • @frankthomas2231
    @frankthomas2231 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to know you served. The National Guard is a great way to serve and still be able to stay home. I retired from the TN Army National Guard with 22 years.

  • @tf8778
    @tf8778 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I appreciate your service to this country! Also thank you for sharing, on this public platform (TH-cam), your experienced life information of military, college and financials. So much of the younger generation needs this information that is not being taught in out public school systems. Also, loving each revival project! Keep the content coming!

  • @gailmarshall6809
    @gailmarshall6809 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love all your life advice. I’m getting old now but if any young person asks I like to say any military job is better than nothing!! Bless you and hope your house move goes well.

  • @birdfighter0307
    @birdfighter0307 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    As a vet I tell youngins looking to join the military if you want to prove something to yourself and go through the fire, join the Marines, if you want to a blue collar career join the Navy, if you want a white collar career join the Air Force, if none of those will take you join the Army. 🤣

    • @nitcat1
      @nitcat1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Former Army here: my only addition, Coast Guard will get you pretty much the same benefits and it’s right up there with the Air Force for not roughing it

    • @birdfighter0307
      @birdfighter0307 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nitcat1 coast guard gets more action than the other branches. They are doing their jobs whether or not we are in a “war”

    • @nitcat1
      @nitcat1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@birdfighter0307 no disrespect intended, they have a dangerous mission

    • @birdfighter0307
      @birdfighter0307 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nitcat1 none taken. I was a jarhead. Just giving the little guy his due.

    • @nathanlewis5682
      @nathanlewis5682 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@birdfighter0307 Chasing narco traffickers around Florida?

  • @MM_in_Havasu
    @MM_in_Havasu 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Being a USAF vet('76-'80 jet engine troop, 28 BW Ellsworth AFB, SD), yes, they have plenty of technical training to get when you enlist. Best thing I did for myself at age 18! Now 64 and been retired for 9 years(retired at age 55), anyone can do it if they set their mind to it!
    Great video on the venerable Ford inline 6 engine, can't break them with a hammer. Thank you for a cool video & our best to the always lovely Mook!

  • @patricklines8872
    @patricklines8872 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did the 5 years of active duty in Marine Aviation, as a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic. Then used MGIB to get my Electronic Engineering Degree. Definitely agree with the enlisting and getting your degree method of life. Had a blast, got paid and a few education.

  • @kerrylewis2581
    @kerrylewis2581 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My two favorite parts were scaring Mook.

  • @Jonathan-Reinhold
    @Jonathan-Reinhold 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    24:20-24:40 "I think she is "Kaputt!" I am a German and that was the german word for "Broke" 😳😅

    • @andreasbarth2514
      @andreasbarth2514 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Da hab ich mich doch nicht verhört 😀

  • @fredfrodesen1740
    @fredfrodesen1740 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great advice on joining the military. I did the same with the intention of staying 4 years to pay back my ROTC scholarship (it’s now 6 years). I ended up staying in the Navy for 27 years. I don’t regret my decision a single bit. While I was still on active duty, I got a Masters Degree using the GI bill.

  • @Niterider73
    @Niterider73 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Always love watching these things. Oddly enough I kind of enjoyed the life advice as well lol. Kind of wish I somewhat took a different path as far as my career choice. Either way much love for you guys! We all deeply appreciate you Kevin and Mook looking forward to seeing the next one.

  • @DC-iq4gf
    @DC-iq4gf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I really relate to Kevin's swearing and cursing in this episode. He usually keeps its clean. But just like me, when under the pressure of a time crunch, you start talking with a potty mouth.

    • @tonyfriend7413
      @tonyfriend7413 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      NO YOU DO NOT NEED TO! NO POTTY MOUTH. AT ALL PERIOD!

  • @Robrt32
    @Robrt32 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wish we had old trucks like that for 500 dollars. These idiots around here want 3 grand for a truck like that.

    • @rubenbraekman4515
      @rubenbraekman4515 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      At least!

    • @elonmust7470
      @elonmust7470 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep.

    • @MrDarktrebor
      @MrDarktrebor 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      All depends on the parts of Iowa ya go... small towns just 10 to 15 miles out from the big city would try and sell it for 1.5k or higher. We have a guy in my city trying to sell a '73 mustered yellow Mach 1 for 10k xD. Rusted enough to give ya weeks worth of Iron and the miles are like 180k on the original engine and other stuff. Honestly I would give him a grand for it and call it good xD

    • @elonmust7470
      @elonmust7470 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MrDarktrebor I like to bug people like that.
      "I want 10k"
      me: would you take five hundred & fifty dollars?

    • @MrDarktrebor
      @MrDarktrebor 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@elonmust7470 Oh ya should of seen his face when i went under the rocket panels and 5 layers of rust just pelted my face xD. That was my cue to walk away even though it was my dream car.

  • @danielpothier9990
    @danielpothier9990 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good episode and sound advice. Blessings on your move Kevin and Mook

  • @RCindustry
    @RCindustry 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such good advice that you're giving about college in the military. The military changed my life I'm 60 years old now but it changed my life back in my twenties love the show keep up the good work

  • @jrevillug
    @jrevillug 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "I've seen better stuff in the junkyard, where'd you ever get that truck?"

    • @buckberthod5007
      @buckberthod5007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      "That's a long story, Harold. I's thumbin' through the want ads in the Shelby County Tribune when this classified advertisement caught my eye. It said, "Take imme-di-ate delivery on this '57 Chevrolet half-ton pickup truck. Will sell or swap for a hide-a-bed and thirty-five bucks..."

    • @Gadgetman1989
      @Gadgetman1989 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@buckberthod5007 call 1402 and ask for Bob

  • @Shaqafoose
    @Shaqafoose 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    You might not be Asian, but you're definitely brilliant!

  • @ginozanga2129
    @ginozanga2129 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Kevin, I came across your channel a few months ago, and you got me hooked with your love for doing what you do! I am in process of watching all your videos and liking them all. I also am subscribed to your and Mooks channels as well as PBG channel. You’re a very smart young man with a good head on your shoulders. I’m glad you picked a good MOS when you served, unlike me I was a Tank driver 85-88 stationed at Ft Knox. I watched Mooks latest video or it may have been your, but sounds like you two are finally getting married. Good for you two because I think you’re a great couple. Keep up the GREAT work! Gino

  • @Travelinmatt1976
    @Travelinmatt1976 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a teen in the 90s I had an '86 Eagle my uncle gave me. It was my all time favorite car. So much fun to drive. I worked at a tire shop so I ordered special mud tires to fit the car. Took it mudding all the time.

  • @68Squid
    @68Squid 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had the same experience with the mechanical engineering program at a state school here in California. Showed us the shops, talked about building a car for autocross or the solar car challenge, etc. Actually did nothing but math and physics. Our labs were solidworks or cad, but never touched any tools. Total bait and switch.

  • @noahdurfey537
    @noahdurfey537 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your channel and your "life advice" Kevin. You never fail to make me smile or laugh at something!

  • @guillermonieri4203
    @guillermonieri4203 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was excellent. Thank you very much. Thank you for your service too.

  • @lindsayatlmrtransport8118
    @lindsayatlmrtransport8118 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Kevin, and some very good, free, life advice as well. Good luck with the move, I'm sure you & Mook will continue to make great videos.

  • @ni_wink84
    @ni_wink84 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All vets are amazing to me, I Thank you all for your service, also, good video, I like the 6cyl stuff it’s rare to see

  • @jbslittleshop2897
    @jbslittleshop2897 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Metal detectors help a bunch when trying to find the septic access!! Just some FYI. 😃

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful 72 Ford you got there Kevin @Junkyard Digs

  • @benji_t747
    @benji_t747 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great to learn more about the man behind "the magic" 😉 and good honest advice to the youngers, whom may not get that from their school or parents. And you had me cracking at "you will feel the math course through you"... Keep it up fella. Peace from the U.K