12 Years Restoring a $1000 Truck | 1985 Ford CL9000

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  • @SubdivisionAuto
    @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Guys I'm looking for your help. Trying to decide what type of truck to film next. Drop your suggestions on which truck we should film and why. This would help us a lot!

    • @steveaugustine5832
      @steveaugustine5832 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      85 Autocar should be your next story....My business partner had one when I had my LTL9000 FUN TRUCKS!!!!

    • @joshchappell8053
      @joshchappell8053 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ford LTL 9000

    • @Chuckrussell75
      @Chuckrussell75 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Freightliner Powerliner, dual snorkel, 12v71 Detroit. Woo hoo. Or maybe an old cabover Pete. I did love this Ford though. Very cool

    • @bobpaulino4714
      @bobpaulino4714 ปีที่แล้ว

      Autocsrs, Reo's, early construction work horses

    • @joshhalderman2917
      @joshhalderman2917 ปีที่แล้ว

      Needlenose

  • @gaillynds1049
    @gaillynds1049 2 ปีที่แล้ว +318

    That’s my son ! He worked very hard on that truck of his ! So proud of him ! His father lm sure he is too ! He must be saying l told you so Randy ! Love you son ! 👏👍❤️🙏🏼

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Thank you for watching and commenting on the video Gail. You son is a great guy and having done a similar project (Much smaller scale) I know how much work it can be. What he did he is truly amazing and inspiring. Glad we were able to share his story.

    • @robbyblack2699
      @robbyblack2699 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Blue Mule was a WT 9000

    • @phillipgarrow2297
      @phillipgarrow2297 ปีที่แล้ว

      There where a lot of them back in there day total petroleum crude had a whole fleet of them

    • @petermckenna6093
      @petermckenna6093 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Your son done absolutely fantastic restoration and a great video well put together

    • @castelnausci7315
      @castelnausci7315 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Proud mom. The truck is beautiful. Worth every pennies

  • @37903eral
    @37903eral ปีที่แล้ว +44

    The Ford CL9000 was way of it's time. I remember Tom Inman Trucking in Tulsa Ok had a large fleet of them. Some had 425 cat, some had 3408, and they ran. Cool old school trucking. 👍🇺🇲😉

    • @bertgrau3934
      @bertgrau3934 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tom Inman, had a contract to haul glass for Ford. I don't know if that was why they bought the trucks, but you are correct they ran very well.

  • @jakem.6359
    @jakem.6359 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    That's about as good as it gets right there...and the fact the owner restored it himself makes it even better. Priceless! Nicely Done.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah Randy crushed it. Have done a lot of these episodes in 2022 and Randy's is easily the most impressive.

    • @shellyweiers121
      @shellyweiers121 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      That truck is breathtakingly beautiful 😍

  • @jasonloveless7860
    @jasonloveless7860 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    That's a, Awesome beautiful CL, 9,000 Ford Cabover

  • @markli3889
    @markli3889 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    What an absolutely wonderful guy. His truck is awesome. Great video

  • @troydaigle1260
    @troydaigle1260 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Damn that is a beautiful truck. I love the ford cabovers. You sir did a fantastic job. Your Dad inspired an amazing son.

  • @Gretsch-s8j
    @Gretsch-s8j 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I was 18 years old in 1978 and the dealership I worked at got a brand new L9000 cab over. I got the the chance to take it on a couple of drives. Love Love Love. What a Fine truck.

  • @gravytrain416
    @gravytrain416 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome video. I just now stumbled across it. That old Ford is a beauty. I've only been a CDL-holder for 27 years, but I've never had a chance to drive a cabover Ford. Always loved their look. Just a sexy-looking truck. I've driven plenty of Louisville 9000s over the years, but never a CL. Ford had a good thing going back then. Even through the very last of the Louisvilles, when Freightliner bought out Ford's big truck line. I drove a Sterling, and loved it. I wish they'd never stopped building them. One of the best trucks I've ever driven. I'm thankful that people have the money, skill, ability, and the passion to keep these old trucks alive.

  • @magmomwise
    @magmomwise ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I worked for a freight company during the 70s and 80s that had over 200 CL9000 truck for line haul operations. Our drivers loved them. Compared to other cab over trucks at the time these Ford trucks where better riding, better handling. The high driver position gave the drivers a better view of the road. They where a very great truck.

  • @detroit8v715
    @detroit8v715 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    When trucks were trucks! Beautiful restoration.

  • @junkorbust9498
    @junkorbust9498 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    The man seemed ashamed to say he spent $75,000. Think for a moment, he spent $35,000 just on the truck itself, the engine rebuild and tires. He has basically a new truck. I say well done. Beautiful unit!

    • @fivenine1057
      @fivenine1057 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      And no emissions to deal with. win win.

    • @robertpoudrette4483
      @robertpoudrette4483 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Besides, what do you get for 75000 nowadays? He did such a nice job restoring a piece of trucking history! These are unique!

    • @ericbitzer5247
      @ericbitzer5247 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm so glad he did. Beautiful restoration on a beautiful truck. Not too many big rigs from back in the day. Love the old cabovers!!

  • @mikemike5190
    @mikemike5190 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Gorgeous truck , and a wonderful piece of trucking history.

  • @kevinmurphy3464
    @kevinmurphy3464 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow, that rig is one of the most beautiful tractors I have ever seen! Looks amazing and sounds so sweet. Kudos to an amazing restoration and preservation of a historical vehicle.

  • @francisjaniewski5990
    @francisjaniewski5990 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Excellent job on the paint! A$1,000 truck? A labor of love.

  • @earl4989
    @earl4989 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I remember these on the road. I miss the good ol' era, when Ford and GMC made big trucks like these.

  • @2wagondragon
    @2wagondragon ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Awesome restoration! I owned one back in the 80s . Purchased new in 1980 and sold it in 1987.
    I shook hands with nearly every nut and bolt on that truck by the time I sold it.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's very cool Dan seems to be the case with a lot of trucks. My dad did the same with his freightliner I remember him working on it nearly every weekend at one point. Or driving to truck repair shops with him hours away. Goodtimes

  • @larryadams6995
    @larryadams6995 หลายเดือนก่อน

    In 84 I ordered a CL9000 with the exact same Engine Cat.400B. Double Bunk Same paint scheme & color interior, From Holiday Ford in Peterborough On. Salesman, Paul Leather. I owned that truck for ten years,I'm still Mad at Myself for selling Her, I'm 73 now & after 55 yrs. In Trucking I still Keep My ClassAZ License in Tack, & to this Day the memory of My CL9000 Makes Me Smile , Thanks for Showing this amazing restoration,
    ,

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@larryadams6995 what an awesome comment Larry thank you for doing this. Awesome story and good memories for sure that's what this channel is all about. Hope you stick around for some of the other stories and or seeing us restore our own car (q1972 nova)

  • @MohammadSadeqBozorgnejad-mv7rr
    @MohammadSadeqBozorgnejad-mv7rr 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This truck is very eye-catching, tempting and unique. Until today, I have rarely seen a truck similar to this one.

  • @Trident750UK
    @Trident750UK ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Lovely truck…so glad you left it in original condition and that it has no silly stretched wheelbase..👍🇬🇧🇺🇸

    • @shawntolliver6485
      @shawntolliver6485 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      U sir know nothing , that rig needs at least 10 ft of stretched chassis rails !!!!!!!

    • @Trident750UK
      @Trident750UK ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@shawntolliver6485 no sir it doesn’t….stretched they look real stupid

    • @392nightrunner
      @392nightrunner ปีที่แล้ว

      Stretching a truck is like crossing dressing with a bud light

  • @freedomrings1420
    @freedomrings1420 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'd love to just bobtail this around the US in nice weather. I'm adding this as I just got done watching the video.... it's a " Work of Art" . I would take this over any million dollar painting or art work. Just like he said .... I would just enjoy sitting in it in my backyard. I bought a special order cargo trailer with windows, 7x14 and built the inside to look like a beautiful log cabin with all of the things hanging on the walls including 5 foot long snowshoes. It was my dream like this truck, so I know what it means to just sit in it and enjoy it. What a nice guy.

  • @htdriver2012
    @htdriver2012 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Another beautiful cabover. You did a great job restoring it. What a beautiful sound also. I have driven a 9000 Ford and they do seem tall .

  • @Gretsch-s8j
    @Gretsch-s8j 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I worked at Garnon Ford in Erie Pennsylvania as a lot boy when these came out...took a couple of these out for test drives...19 year old kid playing with big toyss...loved it! Started my brief career for truck driving.

  • @kevinmershon8922
    @kevinmershon8922 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Man that truck looks sharp, awsome job, well done!!

  • @randylynds307
    @randylynds307 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great job putting this all together Max… Thanks.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing your story with us. It was a pleasure being able to bring this to life. Looks like your story has resonated with a lot of people thus far... people seem to really like it. Should be proud of what you have accomplished.

  • @johnmick9457
    @johnmick9457 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I remember going to work for a trucking company just out of the AF in 77, and they ask me which rig I wanted as they had several to choose from. I said what about the Ford 9000 which was tucked away in the back. Oh, you don't want that none of our drivers like it. As the man said it was love at first sight, I said I'll take the Ford and never regreted it.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hey man to each their own. I didnt know anything about this truck until Randy showed it to me and I can see why people like it. Really cool rigs, unique and beautiful.

  • @pauldillinger2286
    @pauldillinger2286 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That Ford cab over is so gorgeous. I remember when it was only cab over trucks and then it went to long nose trucks i was like the hell with a cab over. Over the last few years ive seen more and more people restoring cab overs and its brought me back to a place where i started with trucking and its cab overs. I love them man. Thanks for the video.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching lots of new videos coming. This friday is the first truck episode since this one. And later in the summer we have a 1980 Peterbilt cabover

  • @Justone372
    @Justone372 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Feel your dad’s spirit sir, awesome memory of him, which inspired you. ❤

  • @joeyjarman4605
    @joeyjarman4605 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Driver that is a pure masterpiece! I grew up spending every possible minute I could riding with my dad in his 9000 I loved that truck, I lost my old man a year ago but the memories will live with me forever. Again beautiful truck and thanks for sharing.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry for your loss but glad this was a positive moment for you today. Thabks for taking the time to stop by and comment

  • @StudioPhoenixMedia
    @StudioPhoenixMedia ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I know nothing about trucks but wow this beast look very good, i love the oldschool style! It definitely catch the eye! That man didn’t gave up and and made it work, Great episode man! We want more!

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks man your the best thanks for commenting :) you always send positive vibes

  • @sergenadeau4720
    @sergenadeau4720 ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg I so remembered that truck when I was a kid seeing old Norval Sanders coming to Wpg with a load of livestock or lime coming out of Steep Rock and he'd stay at the Canadiana hotel in wpg overnight. Then reloading with Beer and Co-op groceries and general freight the next morning.My late father(driving and owning a small MB rural) just like Norval would talk to him weekly in wpg. Steep Rock Transfer, Moosehorn Freighters, Northwest Transfer written on the bunk and on the doors on his Ford LTL 9000. He was a good old boy! Always wondered what happened to them old iron, very happy you saved that truck from the shredder good job and enjoy your time with it. Thanks for the memories seeing that truck coming back to life, You made that engine purr again like it did in its prime trucking up and down #6 highway in MB. Congrats again on your prized trophy. Made my day lol

    • @randylynds307
      @randylynds307 ปีที่แล้ว

      I never met him in person seems like a great man. 😊

  • @leyland272
    @leyland272 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    credit to that man thats a beautiful job

  • @daviddickey4331
    @daviddickey4331 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The best coe truck ever produced. You have out done yourself that one Beautiful truck. I am 59 years old and this was the very first truck that i drove in the State of N.C..After i graduated High School in the Class of 1983. I grew up in the Logging Industry with my dad so learning how to drive any thing back then. The good old days of trucking..
    I would love to see someone restore That COE Ford from the movie ''' White Line Fever/ The Blue Mule. Thanks for this great Video. Stay Safe & Blessed.

  • @paulgrimm
    @paulgrimm ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The9000 was a big step in trucking innovation .The air bag cab was incredible back then.I started driving in 78 in a ups cab over GMC. I retired 39 years later in a KW conventional .Bravo Sir!

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Seems like a group opinion a lot of people have been saying that. Randy has a truck that's pretty important to trucking history. Thanks for you insight

  • @claytonbrown7100
    @claytonbrown7100 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a heartwarming piece. Great restoration project....what a classic. AND he didn't stretch the frame and turn it into a stupid looking circus truck.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah he even painted it the way they used to have them. His attention to detail was impressive which made this build as good as it is.

  • @danielb.4461
    @danielb.4461 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now this is a real truck. Always my favourite cabover.

  • @gazzpazzer
    @gazzpazzer ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My dad bought a new CL 9000 in ‘77. I went with him on a trip. A unique experience.

  • @mikesautotruckrepairinc.cr5621
    @mikesautotruckrepairinc.cr5621 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nice job on a unique and good looking truck.Nice spec too with the 400 Cat and 13 speed with the Neway.I always had a soft spot for the LTL 9000.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lots of comments about LTL 9000s here, may have to find one of those for a future episode!

  • @keepontruckinoutlawlife1248
    @keepontruckinoutlawlife1248 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What an amazing accomplishment BEAUTIFUL rig driv,ah and great story. Appreciate you sharing with us.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for taking the time to watch the video and comment. We are happy you enjoyed it happy to share. Lots of other cool stories coming up. Only make one video every 3 weeks or so but the stories are good. Thanks

  • @GreenGrow-ck3pg
    @GreenGrow-ck3pg ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank u for making this Chanel & having people like this good man on. His father stuck around till the finish of the truck

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Our pleasure we love doing this. Lots to come thanks for the support

  • @tommyhall2768
    @tommyhall2768 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the cl 9000 an ltl 9000 nice ride good job

  • @royrogers2146
    @royrogers2146 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Being one of the 1st cabovers to have 4 corner airbags, the leaning it did in corners could be very scary. Great job on the restoration!

  • @roberthodges834
    @roberthodges834 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Work WELL done!! We share the passion for the CL’s for Ford’s. Ford’s Big Red shared it’s innovations with the CL9000. Thank u for the memories I experienced drivin 1. Yur Father is truly proud as YOU should be, thank you for yur contribution.

  • @MylesLynds
    @MylesLynds ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow Good Job Randy, Very Impressive!!!! Your Dad would be very Proud of You!!!!

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Randy knocked one out of the park with this one for sure. Never met his dad but I am sure he would be proud too.

    • @randylynds307
      @randylynds307 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks uncle Myles😊

  • @ericceulemans7851
    @ericceulemans7851 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Looks amazing. Amazing job. Thats pure passion 👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍

  • @kens6437
    @kens6437 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    What a beautiful rig ! Great restoration!!

  • @JamesJohnson-ro2jq
    @JamesJohnson-ro2jq ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish I had mine back. Loved that CL 9000.

  • @jamieosborne8914
    @jamieosborne8914 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beutiful truck did excellent job, that paint job and design rocks

  • @alfredogonzalez8991
    @alfredogonzalez8991 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Restauración 100% original, hermoso camión. 👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @edbigtruck
    @edbigtruck 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful I love these and the LTL’s
    And what a great way to honor your dad.

  • @philiptaylor174
    @philiptaylor174 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Super nice truck. Drove an identical 400 cat 13 speed cl9000 a fewtimes in the 80s. Nicest vehicule i ever drove on the big road. Aluminium flatbed in tow. Fully loaded it would climb the longest hills in tenessee at 60 mph when the others crawled up At 40.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's awesome Phil sounds like it was a blast to drive.

  • @BillyLapTop
    @BillyLapTop ปีที่แล้ว +2

    In 1978 I went for an interview with a pizza supply company in North Jersey. I was hired and told to come back that night to start my new job. The boss said the keys would be on the top of the drive tire.
    Came back that evening and saw a Ford CL 9000 for the first time. I didn't even know they existed. I grabbed the keys, unlocked the door and grabbed the the handle to climb up into the cab and the whole thing tilted with my body weight. Caught me by surprise. Got inside, inserted the key and started the Detroit 430 that was in it. It sounded like the engine was 100 feet away. It was so quiet. Put the 13 speed RR into gear and started across the yard to my trailer and the cab was floating around the gear shift lever as it staid in place. Totally new experience.
    That evening when I stopped to sleep, being winter I kept the engine running for warmth, I put my head down on the pillow and there was no vibrations, no thumping combustion cycles transferred to my head. So smooth and quiet. It was an amazing experience. I stayed in that truck for over a year, you could not pry me out of it.. But there was a learning experience in driving it, especially in icy conditions. The floating cab action could send mixed signals, the biggest issue was on black ice but I learned to adapt.
    44 years later I still remember everything about that truck like it was the first day. Also, it was the first 100 mph truck I ever drove, really. Mack came out with a similar floating cab in the early 80's but the Ford CL was the best of them all.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for sharing that awesome story, a lot of people see to have great stories on these trucks. Thanks Billy!

  • @dustyroads834
    @dustyroads834 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ive always loved these trucks. Best looking cab over they ever made.

  • @Ih8nine
    @Ih8nine 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That's a nice truck. The owner has taken very good care of it.

  • @robertwhite9898
    @robertwhite9898 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job on the restoration! That’s a classic truck ! Has style !

  • @stevetaylor9770
    @stevetaylor9770 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Those cab overs with a short trailer can get into places you would be very surpised it got in and out of. Very nice job Randy.

  • @mikep1646
    @mikep1646 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I drove I Drove a 1980 CL 9000, GREAT TRUCK. YOURS IS AWESOME..

  • @low-phas
    @low-phas 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This just came up in my list and this guy is just like my old buddy Jason who sadly passed away. His eyes, mannerisms, the way he bursts out laughing....the hat...it's insane.
    I guess out of 8 billion people two are bound to be super similar.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah it's funny how that works. We just edited another episode and the guy in it is exactly like Randy from this episode so there may be more than one doppelganger . Sorry about your loss

  • @2504499
    @2504499 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video is an absolute treat! Thanks for making it. These trucks were quite the show piece back in the day and still looks great.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Our pleasure glad we were able to share the story. Plan to do many more

  • @MarkHerrmann-wf2yq
    @MarkHerrmann-wf2yq 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I always liked the W9000, my dad drove Freightliners in the 70's and 80's, lot of memories in cabovers.

  • @feelnrite
    @feelnrite ปีที่แล้ว

    That is a good looking truck. Your dad would be proud.

  • @maintuning
    @maintuning ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm fairly certain I remember this truck. I used to drive for South West Transfer ( Winnipeg location ) in the late 80's. Steep Rock Transfer used to warehouse there . I remember what the guy that drove it looked like but I can't remember his name. He is probably gone by now. There were a lot of small town transfer companies back then. Gardewine bought out most of them. This guy did a great job restoring this truck !

  • @garycogswell5499
    @garycogswell5499 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful truck. Sounds great.

  • @kevinmurphy3464
    @kevinmurphy3464 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is one of the most beautiful cabovers I have ever seen. That guy did an amazing job!

  • @-xy1ol
    @-xy1ol ปีที่แล้ว

    Rip to his dad ,Beautiful truck. Well done

  • @bartwilson1111
    @bartwilson1111 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Loved this

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it thanks for commenting. Lots of cool episodes coming up every 3 weeks

  • @jameshowe5051
    @jameshowe5051 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Randy, Great story! Beautiful restoration!!

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      It sure is. He reads the comments so I know he appreciates the love. Thanks for dropping in more trucks on the way soon

  • @raginroadrunner
    @raginroadrunner 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The most amazing,best engineered class 8 tractor ever made. Nothing else came close.

  • @tempestmkiv
    @tempestmkiv ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful restoration! Back in the 80's we called these trucks two story Edsels.... I never liked cabovers much but I drove one of these off and on and it was pretty nice, Ford did a good job on these but a lot of guys didn't maintain the air ride cab and bolted them solid.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Interesting... that must be a rough ride getting rid of that feature. I must say it was a really smooth ride in this and we went on some rough roads. I remember my dad's old freight liner having much more bounce.

    • @tempestmkiv
      @tempestmkiv ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@SubdivisionAuto I never rode in or drove a CL9000 with the bolted or fixed cab but I expect that it wasn't much different than other cabovers without the air ride cab. I drove an 80's vintage Freightliner cabover for a few miles and it rode real nice... but like I said, I didn't like cabovers very much in general... kinda liked standing up to pull my pants on in the morning.
      I'm not taking anything away from this restoration though... I'd be proud to own this truck, even more so if I spent 12 years rebuilding it!

  • @robs7901
    @robs7901 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow what a beautiful restored truck. From what I can see it looks better then new.

  • @fordfanatic3307
    @fordfanatic3307 ปีที่แล้ว

    My first truck assigned to me at my employer when I started trucking was a 1990 Ford Aeromax and it had a Cummins N14. Owner only bought Ford's and Macks I liked both of them but preferred the Ford drove that truck up until he sold it in 2004. I got a brand new Sterling after that with a C15 13 spd that truck would get up and go but both trucks were a pleasure to drive always loved the Ford cab over this gentleman did a phenomenal restoration!

  • @GaryBoyd02
    @GaryBoyd02 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Those two story Edsels are quite neat. I had an 87 with the same powertrain this one has. That 400 Cat runs the same day in and day out no matter the weather with the intercooler instead of the CAC. Pulled the mountains the same at -30 or +30. Also you see things in a mountain trip out of that truck you won't see out of any other truck.Used to be fun to make a passenger grab on if you go around a corner not fast but just a little quick and that air ride can would lean over and they would be looking down at you! Hahahaha.

    • @strokersteve468
      @strokersteve468 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, the old cats ran well. I remember making fun of these Fords until I took a load of frozen ducks from southern Ontario to Alberta in one. I was so surprised by how nice it drove and how comfortable it was. 1st time I had used cruise control. Pretty fancy!

  • @amphore1604
    @amphore1604 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    GG to that guy restoring a piece of history

  • @jimmymiller7256
    @jimmymiller7256 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the colors

  • @jamesblissett9452
    @jamesblissett9452 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved the cabovers.

  • @chosenone101
    @chosenone101 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful truck!

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @ELDIABLO444
    @ELDIABLO444 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful !!!
    The cab rode great but it felt like you were gonna flip over sometimes but it's ahead of K100s Freightliner etc .
    All the best to you and yours Sir.

  • @robertpoudrette4483
    @robertpoudrette4483 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful work on an iconic ytruck, Well worth the effort! Great job!

  • @GlennCowie-jq1jx
    @GlennCowie-jq1jx ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, Terrific Job, Good for You, for proving the guy wrong, and completing him wrong.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Randy has motivated a lot of people l. His work is remarkable

  • @HighCountryRambler
    @HighCountryRambler ปีที่แล้ว

    I drove a White Freightliner cabover in the late 70's, be cool to see one restored. Love this ford.

  • @richmiller5392
    @richmiller5392 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for posting! My dad drove one of these, good memories for me riding in his doing East coast runs.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Right on Rich those are good times. Only my dad drove a freightliner and we did the trips drown to Florida. Good times indeed

  • @samisilander9305
    @samisilander9305 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A beautiful and rare truck!

  • @kleimbach77
    @kleimbach77 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this my dad had an 86 Ford LTL 9000 I wish I could have one now w/ a 3406 CAT and a roadranger 13 speed

  • @greyjay9202
    @greyjay9202 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful old Ford cabover. A restoration done out of love.

  • @lilbill85hawb
    @lilbill85hawb ปีที่แล้ว +1

    white line fever was an awesome movie. very cool

  • @irvingerbrand9273
    @irvingerbrand9273 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm sorry for your loss!! Beautiful truck !!

  • @alexclarkro9414
    @alexclarkro9414 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is beautiful truck. That was a lot of work and love that went in to restoring that truck. I have my Dad's dually truck after he passed away he bought it for a business he ran for 20 years.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you end up restoring it one day would be a great piece of history for your family

  • @davidbell1676
    @davidbell1676 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful you have no idea how lucky you are to have this..Our ford Australia truck division decided not bring these into Australia due a law on to wide front axle laws..the CL is the prettiest of all the cabovers.. we got LTL s and Lts's but there ain't nothin as pretty as the CL.

  • @carriepoling4942
    @carriepoling4942 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this story! It’s a beautiful truck! 👌

  • @mnj640
    @mnj640 ปีที่แล้ว

    That truck is beautiful. Always loved cabovers

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching more trucks on the way

  • @joshuahornbaker6381
    @joshuahornbaker6381 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful rig! They sure aren't made like this now adays just beautiful

  • @bruiser6135
    @bruiser6135 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good episode enjoyed the story impressive build cheers 👌😎🇨🇦

  • @ronnierobertsband
    @ronnierobertsband 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    CB handle... Falcon. Best damn cabover I've ever driven. Nice job, keep on truckin brother! ❤🇨🇦

  • @dalebucknall313
    @dalebucknall313 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Agreat job on that Ford 9000.i love the 9000 when they came out .I drove the freightliner in my truck driving days. I alway like the ford's. Great job.

  • @azcactusflower1
    @azcactusflower1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ah memories! My first truck but earlier 80s model. I started driving in '85. Nostalgic watching

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad we were able to bring you back. Nostalgia is what his channel is about :) thanks for sharing

  • @daviddoyle3246
    @daviddoyle3246 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You gotta love those Ford tractors,I always liked the long nose

  • @frunkyfaym222
    @frunkyfaym222 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    AMAZING VIDEO!!! Such great production quality and such wholesome dudes. Instant sub!

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Funky really appreciate the support we got more big rigs on the way based on how many people enjoyed this one. And many more muscle cars as well.!

  • @cliveabrahams2183
    @cliveabrahams2183 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really beautiful truck,showstopper ❤

  • @jayterry7291
    @jayterry7291 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good job. Beautiful piece of trucking history. Shiny side up rubber side down.

    • @SubdivisionAuto
      @SubdivisionAuto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for commenting Jay more trucks coming soon

  • @marksmith801
    @marksmith801 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hmm! OK my goodness yes this old school looks amazing! I was never fond of cabin in over which I drove in a couple during my trucking career but I did like 2 styles of these type these trucks (Ford and International). Good job bringing back this old girl. #keepontruckin 😉👌