These are the trucks that dreams are made of! Been looking for one for a few years and finally found it last November. 1997 Ford F-250 Black 4x4 Crew Cab Short Wheel Base 7.3 Automatic with 168,000 miles. Thank you sir for bringing us the absolute best videos on TH-cam! Sorry to hear about Ken’s passing, RIP my friend!
By far the best Automobile related TH-cam channel there is! I was thinking this show and the outstanding stories and footage would make a great coffee table book! You could have one for every year the show has been on TH-cam! If you like the idea I want 1st printing of volume 1! LOL Signed by the whole gang! That would be incredible! Love the show! It gave me some great entertainment during my fight with cancer! I won, I'm cancer free and I still can't wait until the next show comes out! Keep up the fantastic work!
Dennis seems like such a nice guy, love this series. Congrats on that killer F-350, beautiful truck! Thanks for paying tribute to Ken Block, he will surely be missed.
Wow the sound of opening the door, the sound of the power steering pump! I was right back there with my dad picking up hay bales out of the field in our Ford of the same era. It's amazing how some distinct sounds or smells can take you back, the human brain really is fascinating.
Honda XL600R - Fun fact, it has dual carbs on a single cylinder. One carb only has a main jet and is used for top end performance. Honda found that the smaller bore carb gave better control, atomizing for low end and the second carb made it run good on the big end.
I am a motocross announcer up here in the GREAT Pacific Northwest, you can be sure that I will share your factoid with as many riders that I can. There are SEVERAL of those ‘82-‘85 XL’s up here that run up and down the mountains in our neighborhood.. (Dad always said “if you can start it, you can ride it”)
I’m currently running a xl185rs 1981 four stroke, original suspension n brakes(neither work) does70 mph n nvr failed on a trail/hill or course yet, owned12+ years starts within 3 kicks #bombproof
@@tripprogers4814 Cool to hear some are still being used. They are great engines. I built a street tracker out of one. Had inverted KX forks (shortened with custom steering stem) a CR450 swingarm, and a 4wheeler shock. 18" rims.
@@illsaveyes I have one of those sitting on our farm. First "big bike" I learned to ride. It leaned against the barn for 15 years. Fuel smelled like varnish and it still fired up a few years ago. Gotta love Honda engines.
@@indyjones3287 @14 I had a cr250 16 a cr 500 and 18 I came to my senses and got a klm200 instead I’m 45 now bout doubt I’d av seen 20 on tha500 fo sure 🤣🤣🤣
I sure do miss my 1997 F350! Bought it from my brother for $7000. That was 15 years ago. Ruby had the Superchip and a big wide dually ass end. She was not 4-wheel drive, but would pull your house of it's foundation and halfway down the street! My wife drove her to work one day, some 14 year old kid was joy riding in mom's car and T-boned her just in front of the rear dually. Bent the frame and the rear-end. Ruby was totaled. I still regret not buying her back from the insurance company!! That 7.3 litre Powersrtoke is a BEAST!!! Beautiful truck you fellas just bought!!! Thanks for taking us with you!!!
I like that you eat and have coffee and drinks and talk about both the vehicle and the place to eat. Gives a wide variety to gain the interest of people who just like the food or vehicle end of the show.
The only other white 4 door F350 4 wheel drive long box that I've seen which is nicer was built by DeBosee garage YT channel, it has a Caterpillar engine in it, fully loaded with all digital instrumentation. This was a full frame off build. Nice buy Dennis.
We have a OBS 7.3 and my wife loves it!!!, for all the normal reasons and to my surprise, her favorite is the sound----- commenting, "Now, this sounds like a truck!!!"...........Great find Dennis. Fun fact, the 7.3 was mfg. by International Navistar
Yep those 7.3's last forever, worked at a Ford dealer in the '90's as a heavy line tech. Loved test driving those trucks, almost as much as the sheriff or CHP cop cars (Calif) lol ....Same long life engines as the Cummins diesels in Ram trucks.....Good start of 2023 Dennis n crew !!
@@robwright4398 somewhere in the mid-to high $20's depending options if memory serves me..... Dealer was selling a LOT of trucks, period, was in farming area of BHC, Az./Calif border....Now long gone/closed up
That's awesome Hamlet is only 10 minutes from my house I actually know where this house is it's kind of neat to kind of connect your video to our location
Thank you Dennis and Shawn P for showcasing this gorgeous truck! And for highlighting a female owner who took the time to restore her dream truck. This gives me high hopes to one day own my own ‘97 Powerstroke (but and Extended Cab instead). Thank for all the great work, and all the Mustang vids in 2022, too. I learned so much about my ‘67 project car from each and every find/buy.
This is a great truck! I have this exact model stock, no mods. It was actually my dads truck. We worked construction and put this truck through every test in Montana and still use it for towing tool trailers and skidsteers (also smaller front end loaders). Went to get a new battery for it and the owner offered to buy it on the spot from me. I could actually sell it right now for more than what my dad had paid for it brand new. I get offers on it all the time but I'll never sell it! Hauls, tows, and just runs like a beast with proper maintenance. Also, no fancy computers and easy to work on. The hood has a decent amount of space to get into without cutting up your hands, manual locking hubs, stick-shift for setting into 4 wheel drive, and fun to drive. Another great truck - mid 2000's Nissan Titans - easy to grab knobs and controls for everything, especially if your hands or greasy or sweaty. Runs like a champ, wide tires, powerful, easy to work on, all around great truck that I prefer over Chevy/Ram/Ford/Toyota.
Dennis, loved that episode! Those aren't 1/2M mile trucks, they're MILLION MILE trucks. I've got a buddy that lives in Chesapeake, he's a diesel mechanic & he said he's seen those 7.3 DI Navstar motors (Ford Powerstroke) come in the shop, many of them: (his words,) with over a million miles on them with their original transmissions, never rebuilt. True story. The 7.3 Powerstroke trucks are million mile trucks. My brother's '96 has 370k on it. My '01 has 218k on it. I'm running the 175 injectors w/the Hydra chip, Banks Turbo, Borla exhaust: the truck puts out 420 HP and can pass a Camaro SS !!! Love the show. Thanks for honoring Ken Block btw, such a loss to the at large community 😔 God bless! PS - Show factoid idea: I think as an inclusion to your content you should mention the market value on the vehicles you buy. You know these markets. KBB, Hagerty, etc.; you can't trust their valuations. Hearing your take on valuations, whether OEM, restomod, current condition, what have you, would help us amateur Joe's out here know what our stuff's really worth & would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for the content brother. Keep it coming 😃 👍
Yeah nice bike . I had a 2003 Honda 650R that was bad to the bone . Sold it at age 54 because I started to worry about getting hurt riding it ! It would wheelie in fourth without the clutch !
The bad thing is starting this bike, notice how he pushed it all the way down the driveway and up on the trailer. My brother got a good deal on one just like it and he didn’t keep it long because it was such a pain to start. I do remember him riding wheelys a long way though. I have 90 xr250r and 2000 xr 400r that are awesome bikes in every way.
I've had 2 XL600r's, still have the last one with 17k miles and they are awesome, better than the current XR650l! They start fine as long as you know the procedure, and you don't let gas get old and gum up those dual carbs. Great episode Dennis.
Really nice truck gweny. You and Justin done a nice job on The old 7.3 I like the 600 Honda to lol. And found a place to eat at in knox,in Jack & Diane's.
Nice truck, nice food, nice people and a happy new year. Great episode and respect to Ken Block's family. He will be missed. May he rest in peace. Stay safe and keep the videos coming.
Is a Nice truck idd. But food o dont think so for American standard Maby. But for European the food in the usa not that good. And i bin there alot and the doos don't get better hahs
I have one of those 1997 F-350 4x4 crew cab diesel single rear axle white with grey cloth interior 2 fuel tanks,all original. I bought it new in 1997 in Orange, California and have had it ever since. 290,000 miles and I still drive it every week.
I live in Sweden and am a real "gear-head" and have loved FORD since I was a teen in the 60's. So wish we had the availability and choice of vehicles like you guys have in USA. Mustangs (66-69) mainly and then classic Ford trucks. Sad new about Ken Bloch who I have followed and loved. You will be truly missed Sir, may your soul rest in peace ♥
Cast and crew and everyone behind the scenes great start on the new year, thanks for taking us along on the journey, always great finds with good food to boot.👍
There's a farmer here in my town that has 2 of these trucks identical to this one with 78k and the other with 189k and there awesome trucks. Really tuff to find parts for these being a 97
Yes, I love my 97 power stroke. I special ordered it was built October 9. I took delivery October 23 96 with many options. He just rode 200,000 super cab, 8 foot bed 4 x 4 with all the locking hubs and the tow package 4:10 rear end. I even still have the window sticker. Lol.
I have a 1997 f350 with 430,000 never been rebuilt. Transmission never been rebuilt i do all the maintenance and I've pulled some serious weight with that sumbitch! Awesome find dennis.
I sold my 1997 F350 crew cab 7.3 long bed srw in 2022. 101k original miles barn kept. All stock, beautiful truck. Confession; I have never been happier to be rid of a truck than that 97. The maintenance was non stop. Fuel pumps, water pumps, sensors, 2 transmissions and constant fluid leaks. I say fluids because it was not just oil. About every 6 months I would take big blue to the shop to get all the fluid leaks fixed, $500 and 3 days later it would be leak free. WITHIN 3 MONTHS THEY WERE ALL BACK. this went on for the entire life of the truck. I love fords and love the 7.3 but I was burned to a crisp. Not knocking the truck in this video or any Ford loving American, I’m one too, but it is a pleasure to drive something that starts every time and has no monthly r+m.
This is the fastest deal,on your show,that I have ever seen. Food Looked Outstanding!!! Ken maybe gone, But Never Forgotten!! Metro Detroit Loves you guys!!! G
THAT exact truck, or maybe even the dark green version… that would be the only Ford vehicle that I would ever buy.. of all the vehicles they ever made… THAT truck. Crew cab, 350 with that diesel, and long bed. I think they came lifted like that ..
I have the same I identical truck with a tan interior. From what I’ve seen the info you were giving could be wrong. Most of them came with 4:10 most of them came with Alcoa forged wheels most of them came with those exact mirrors and so on. All of them came with duel fuel tanks. Matter of fact most of the xlt trucks came with those exact same options. Just wanted to give u a heads up.
Great truck! I have a 1997 F250 regular cab with 292,000 miles 7.3 Powerstroke that I bought new, it is completely original, and has never had any work done on it. It has always been garage kept, almost looks new. Really like your video's.
I guessed yesterday that Dennis was picking up a Shelby today 👎 Ends up this 97 truck brings back loads of great memories of one I had. Mine was a 97 F-250 4x4 supercab with a 460 / auto short bed , plow package front-end and heavy duty rear suspension. White with blue cloth interior and loaded with options. That was one bad ass truck that would roast the tires ! 🔥
What’s up bud. I have a 89 dually single cab with a 460. Bought it with a bad transmission. It’s getting a rebuilt one rn. Are 460s dope bro? Don’t know what to expect when it’s going
@Alex absolutely 😀...but, they love gas ⛽️. I had mine from 1997-2001, so gas prices weren't crazy. I only had a 3.55 gears, If you have 4.10...ouch with the mileage. Goodluck with her my friend
I been watching this video on my breaks at work, so it's taken me a few days, but the Ken Block at the end got me. That man will be so missed...still unbelievable. Love this channel!!
I had 3 of these trucks, bought one brand new in 97. A standard cab 350 4x4 7.3 auto and two used 96 CC 7.3 350s, the last one being a 5spd. Never should’ve sold the brand new one, that truck never gave me a lick of trouble and despite the new owner beating the holy bejeezus out of it, the damn thing always ran for him too. The 5spd truck was as clean as could be. Never restored, just taken care of. Got it from a guy in Atonement FL. Had 300k on it but under 70k on the dealer rebuilt engine. I upgraded to flywheel to a one piece, new turbo impeller, better downpipe and 4” exhaust, put a better air box on it too. Those trucks cleared 35s with a leveling kit so it got that as well. White truck, tan interior which really grew on me. Had the small mirrors, 4.10s, helper leafs so I guess that meant camper package, power everything. These trucks were pretty commonplace here in SE WI and they all had dual tanks and all the diesels had factory block heaters so I’m unsure about his comments on those two things. I sold the truck for 2 reasons, one affecting the other. It developed a weird problem to where it wouldn’t charge the batteries once it got below 40 degrees, good luck diagnosing that problem and I tried. But I also started to miss the modern conveniences and creature comforts of the newer trucks. So the charging issue only fueled the fire to get something newer. They’re great trucks and I kinda wish I still had it
My moms 71 crew cab had those mirrors. She had the truck over 25 years. This white one is a very fine example. I dont mind the burgundy interior if the truck has a similar color there sexy the grey is nice too my cuz had 97 with a 351 long box white on blue auto it was roll up window s. But it went like stink and was fun to drive got alot of looks was sharp looking like this one.
I'm still driving my 97 F 250 HD 7.3 5 speed! 23 years 430,000 miles and she's still going strong, my truck has same mirrors and factory block heater! It's a been a ga truck since new!
I own a 1996 F-250 Powerstroke not a 4 door but has the super cab with less than 190,000 original miles, Oxford white, the big mirrors, dual fuel tanks, factory 16” aluminum wheels, long bed,xlt, automatic with automatic locking hubs, 3:55 rears, dark red cloth interior, only mods are straight pipes out the back, air cleaner and did away with the cobra head down pipe. I’ve had the truck since July of 2004 and it looks and runs perfect.
So sad about Ken Block , much respect for taking the time to acknowledge his passing 🥹
What? Ken block? No! What has happened?
@@robertfish4052 snowmobile accident.
@@robertfish4052 snowmobile rolled back on him. So sad. “ Go fast, risk everything “ . RIP King of machines
Just found out… ruined my whole day 😔 Rest In Peace Ken I know you’ve found a place to Hoon in Heaven🤟🏻
@@John_Montgomery
Like you never hear of him and I have watched every Coffee Walk
The honoring of Ken Block and the end of the video was a nice touch Dennis and the crew.
The look on Sean's face when it fires up is like a kid at Christmas.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen a women be so knowledgeable about a vehicle. I’m really impressed
These are the trucks that dreams are made of! Been looking for one for a few years and finally found it last November. 1997 Ford F-250 Black 4x4 Crew Cab Short Wheel Base 7.3 Automatic with 168,000 miles. Thank you sir for bringing us the absolute best videos on TH-cam! Sorry to hear about Ken’s passing, RIP my friend!
Other than the automatic it sounds like a super nice truck
*wet* dreams.
The 2 year F-250 CC is my unicorn truck.
@@NorCA530 Never.
By far the best Automobile related TH-cam channel there is! I was thinking this show and the outstanding stories and footage would make a great coffee table book! You could have one for every year the show has been on TH-cam! If you like the idea I want 1st printing of volume 1! LOL Signed by the whole gang! That would be incredible! Love the show! It gave me some great entertainment during my fight with cancer! I won, I'm cancer free and I still can't wait until the next show comes out! Keep up the fantastic work!
this and richard rawlings channel
By Far.., it definiitely is not. This channel doesn't even reveal what he pays ffs.
Dennis seems like such a nice guy, love this series. Congrats on that killer F-350, beautiful truck! Thanks for paying tribute to Ken Block, he will surely be missed.
wow very smart lady knows her stuff....
Wow the sound of opening the door, the sound of the power steering pump! I was right back there with my dad picking up hay bales out of the field in our Ford of the same era. It's amazing how some distinct sounds or smells can take you back, the human brain really is fascinating.
This fabulous lady is living every Ford truck guys dream.
Honda XL600R - Fun fact, it has dual carbs on a single cylinder. One carb only has a main jet and is used for top end performance. Honda found that the smaller bore carb gave better control, atomizing for low end and the second carb made it run good on the big end.
I am a motocross announcer up here in the GREAT Pacific Northwest, you can be sure that I will share your factoid with as many riders that I can. There are SEVERAL of those ‘82-‘85 XL’s up here that run up and down the mountains in our neighborhood.. (Dad always said “if you can start it, you can ride it”)
I’m currently running a xl185rs 1981 four stroke, original suspension n brakes(neither work) does70 mph n nvr failed on a trail/hill or course yet, owned12+ years starts within 3 kicks #bombproof
@@tripprogers4814 Cool to hear some are still being used. They are great engines. I built a street tracker out of one. Had inverted KX forks (shortened with custom steering stem) a CR450 swingarm, and a 4wheeler shock. 18" rims.
@@illsaveyes I have one of those sitting on our farm. First "big bike" I learned to ride. It leaned against the barn for 15 years. Fuel smelled like varnish and it still fired up a few years ago. Gotta love Honda engines.
@@indyjones3287 @14 I had a cr250 16 a cr 500 and 18 I came to my senses and got a klm200 instead I’m 45 now bout doubt I’d av seen 20 on tha500 fo sure 🤣🤣🤣
I sure do miss my 1997 F350! Bought it from my brother for $7000. That was 15 years ago. Ruby had the Superchip and a big wide dually ass end. She was not 4-wheel drive, but would pull your house of it's foundation and halfway down the street! My wife drove her to work one day, some 14 year old kid was joy riding in mom's car and T-boned her just in front of the rear dually. Bent the frame and the rear-end. Ruby was totaled. I still regret not buying her back from the insurance company!! That 7.3 litre Powersrtoke is a BEAST!!! Beautiful truck you fellas just bought!!! Thanks for taking us with you!!!
7.3 powerstroke is the best engine to have in your one ton truck. I love mine. 🥰
my 95 7.3 ext cab long bed all original 134,000
You can thank International for that.
I like that you eat and have coffee and drinks and talk about both the vehicle and the place to eat. Gives a wide variety to gain the interest of people who just like the food or vehicle end of the show.
I'm a 7.3 nut, I've owned 8 or 9 of them. That 1 is clean and awesome.
1983 Honda XL600R ran in the 1/4 mile in the 13's
The only other white 4 door F350 4 wheel drive long box that I've seen which is nicer was built by DeBosee garage YT channel, it has a Caterpillar engine in it, fully loaded with all digital instrumentation. This was a full frame off build. Nice buy Dennis.
Love the flag in the garage! Outstanding!!
We have a OBS 7.3 and my wife loves it!!!, for all the normal reasons and to my surprise, her favorite is the sound----- commenting, "Now, this sounds like a truck!!!"...........Great find Dennis. Fun fact, the 7.3 was mfg. by International Navistar
7.3 was the only diesel Ford used that was good .
Yep those 7.3's last forever, worked at a Ford dealer in the '90's as a heavy line tech. Loved test driving those trucks, almost as much as the sheriff or CHP cop cars (Calif) lol ....Same long life engines as the Cummins diesels in Ram trucks.....Good start of 2023 Dennis n crew !!
You can thank International for that.
How much did that truck cost new?
@@robwright4398 somewhere in the mid-to high $20's depending options if memory serves me..... Dealer was selling a LOT of trucks, period, was in farming area of BHC, Az./Calif border....Now long gone/closed up
I’ll be very very surprised if Sean doesn’t end up with that truck I’ve never seen him so excited great content once again
I was thinking the same exact thing! ❤
I hope he does end up with it. Beautiful truck.
What a SUPER find.....that thing will run a million miles with little problems!!!!!
Beautiful OBS Ford! Love it!
That's awesome Hamlet is only 10 minutes from my house I actually know where this house is it's kind of neat to kind of connect your video to our location
Thank you Dennis and Shawn P for showcasing this gorgeous truck! And for highlighting a female owner who took the time to restore her dream truck. This gives me high hopes to one day own my own ‘97 Powerstroke (but and Extended Cab instead). Thank for all the great work, and all the Mustang vids in 2022, too. I learned so much about my ‘67 project car from each and every find/buy.
Man, what a beautiful find. Great production as always. Dennis & the crew are a class act.
This is a great truck! I have this exact model stock, no mods. It was actually my dads truck. We worked construction and put this truck through every test in Montana and still use it for towing tool trailers and skidsteers (also smaller front end loaders). Went to get a new battery for it and the owner offered to buy it on the spot from me. I could actually sell it right now for more than what my dad had paid for it brand new. I get offers on it all the time but I'll never sell it! Hauls, tows, and just runs like a beast with proper maintenance. Also, no fancy computers and easy to work on. The hood has a decent amount of space to get into without cutting up your hands, manual locking hubs, stick-shift for setting into 4 wheel drive, and fun to drive.
Another great truck - mid 2000's Nissan Titans - easy to grab knobs and controls for everything, especially if your hands or greasy or sweaty. Runs like a champ, wide tires, powerful, easy to work on, all around great truck that I prefer over Chevy/Ram/Ford/Toyota.
Im impressed by her knowledge of cars and modifications!
That is 1 awesome 97 F350! RIP Ken!
HI ALL
Love a lady who talks the talk very knowledgeable and she probably hasn't got a shed full of books lol hands on thx very cool momma
Dennis, loved that episode! Those aren't 1/2M mile trucks, they're MILLION MILE trucks. I've got a buddy that lives in Chesapeake, he's a diesel mechanic & he said he's seen those 7.3 DI Navstar motors (Ford Powerstroke) come in the shop, many of them: (his words,) with over a million miles on them with their original transmissions, never rebuilt. True story.
The 7.3 Powerstroke trucks are million mile trucks. My brother's '96 has 370k on it. My '01 has 218k on it. I'm running the 175 injectors w/the Hydra chip, Banks Turbo, Borla exhaust: the truck puts out 420 HP and can pass a Camaro SS !!!
Love the show. Thanks for honoring Ken Block btw, such a loss to the at large community 😔 God bless!
PS - Show factoid idea: I think as an inclusion to your content you should mention the market value on the vehicles you buy. You know these markets. KBB, Hagerty, etc.; you can't trust their valuations. Hearing your take on valuations, whether OEM, restomod, current condition, what have you, would help us amateur Joe's out here know what our stuff's really worth & would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for the content brother. Keep it coming 😃 👍
As a long time, Ford F-350 owner since my first 1987 to current year, I absolutely love this one, Dennis and Crew. Thank You from Michigan.
you guys hit gold w this for diesel trucks.. will have ZERO problem selling it if you do
Chevy ppl can’t hate this ford
Honda XL! Fantastic! Amazing bikes ahead of there time. I’m sure if they still built them they would sell.
Yeah nice bike . I had a 2003 Honda 650R that was bad to the bone . Sold it at age 54 because I started to worry about getting hurt riding it ! It would wheelie in fourth without the clutch !
Honda XR/XL series best bikes ever made
@@Walkeranz xl185 here, 1981 original shocks starts in 3 kicks never failed a trail or hill yet owned 15 years # bombproof
The bad thing is starting this bike, notice how he pushed it all the way down the driveway and up on the trailer. My brother got a good deal on one just like it and he didn’t keep it long because it was such a pain to start. I do remember him riding wheelys a long way though. I have 90 xr250r and 2000 xr 400r that are awesome bikes in every way.
I've had 2 XL600r's, still have the last one with 17k miles and they are awesome, better than the current XR650l! They start fine as long as you know the procedure, and you don't let gas get old and gum up those dual carbs. Great episode Dennis.
I had no idea how rare my truck is until I saw this. I'm amazed. I ordered mine , specced out just the way I wanted it.
Lost my dad at new year but thanks for keeping me going, bless u n yours xx
Dm thanks x
It's alive. Outstanding.. Zach on a Honda, Sean P .In a 350 ,Dennis at his best. Can't get any better than that. Keeping real.
My dad was a Ford dealer when I was younger and he brought home several of these as dealer demos... I've wanted one ever since! Very badass-
Really nice truck gweny.
You and Justin done a nice job on
The old 7.3
I like the 600 Honda to lol.
And found a place to eat at in knox,in Jack & Diane's.
Thanks so much Jeff! Your cousin is a star lol
Two of my top bucket list vehicles in one post.
Nice truck, nice food, nice people and a happy new year. Great episode and respect to Ken Block's family. He will be missed. May he rest in peace. Stay safe and keep the videos coming.
Is a Nice truck idd. But food o dont think so for American standard Maby. But for European the food in the usa not that good. And i bin there alot and the doos don't get better hahs
Snowmobiles dangerous snowmobiling if you're not on a groom trail you got to be real careful if you don't know the terrain tragedy but...
Good hon but that lady knows her truck. That was a great video start to finish. What a beautiful truck. Thank you.
Not a Ford guy but that’s a beauty! Honda was a bonus! But that Nova, oh man, sweet survivor with a great story
I love the sound of theses older Ford diesel’s. What a beast!
Love that truck, from the looks to the sound. Congrats on an incredible find and acquisition.
I have one of those 1997 F-350 4x4 crew cab diesel single rear axle white with grey cloth interior 2 fuel tanks,all original. I bought it new in 1997 in Orange, California and have had it ever since. 290,000 miles and I still drive it every week.
We lived close to Knox for over 20 years in Indiana before moving down to Lake Monroe, IN. Great episode!
Ahh beautiful area Lake Monroe!!!! Turkey hunted the Hoosier Forest all around the lake
She's a beauty!! Reminds Me of my 96 powerstroke I sold last year!! Except mine was the regular cab...
Great to watch you three talk trucks. The owner knows her stuff. You found a gem there Dennis. Amazing food too
WHAT A WAY TO START OFF THE NEW YEAR!!!!
GET YOU SOME OF THAT BABY!!!!
WOOOOOOOO
Great episode. Those people put their heart in that Truck. 👍
Yes we did for 8 months thats for the nice comment hope my wife do t regret selling it
@@justinrentz9878
Ma'am, Sir, your truck build was awesome!
Glad to have seen it in this channel ✌️
The bike was truly the best deal made. Growing up everyone want one of those bikes. What a great toy to have.
i love the trump sign in the garage.
Prepare for the Fung snowflake attack. I posted the same thing
Ugly
You mean the 34 count felon?
I live in Sweden and am a real "gear-head" and have loved FORD since I was a teen in the 60's. So wish we had the availability and choice of vehicles like you guys have in USA. Mustangs (66-69) mainly and then classic Ford trucks. Sad new about Ken Bloch who I have followed and loved. You will be truly missed Sir, may your soul rest in peace ♥
Cast and crew and everyone behind the scenes great start on the new year, thanks for taking us along on the journey, always great finds with good food to boot.👍
Acknowledging Ken Block 43ver . Is a classy show of respect we love you Dennis Collins !
One of the best Ford trucks EVER made!
There's a farmer here in my town that has 2 of these trucks identical to this one with 78k and the other with 189k and there awesome trucks. Really tuff to find parts for these being a 97
What parts you are looking for?
How? It's the same stuff as 96, 95, all by gvwr for suspension and brakes.
It’s actually really easy to find parts for these. You can still get a ton of OEM engine/body parts and the aftermarket is huge on these.
Hard to get parts? NOT.
Yes, I love my 97 power stroke. I special ordered it was built October 9. I took delivery October 23 96 with many options. He just rode 200,000 super cab, 8 foot bed 4 x 4 with all the locking hubs and the tow package 4:10 rear end. I even still have the window sticker. Lol.
That's an amazing truck. I'd rather have it than a new one.
So many pristine Ford trucks out there still like this dennis
I have a 1997 f350 with 430,000 never been rebuilt. Transmission never been rebuilt i do all the maintenance and I've pulled some serious weight with that sumbitch!
Awesome find dennis.
Once again, Dennis, you killed it to awesome vehicles. Thanks for sharing. This is why I continue to watch. I love it man. Thank you for doing this.
Liking that flag in the garage👍🇺🇸
Well dang I've seen that truck a bunch of times! Glad you liked Jack and Diane's the food is amazing.
Happy New Year Dennis, let’s hope for fifty two outstanding Friday’s to come! 🇬🇧
I sold my 1997 F350 crew cab 7.3 long bed srw in 2022. 101k original miles barn kept. All stock, beautiful truck. Confession; I have never been happier to be rid of a truck than that 97. The maintenance was non stop. Fuel pumps, water pumps, sensors, 2 transmissions and constant fluid leaks. I say fluids because it was not just oil. About every 6 months I would take big blue to the shop to get all the fluid leaks fixed, $500 and 3 days later it would be leak free. WITHIN 3 MONTHS THEY WERE ALL BACK. this went on for the entire life of the truck. I love fords and love the 7.3 but I was burned to a crisp. Not knocking the truck in this video or any Ford loving American, I’m one too, but it is a pleasure to drive something that starts every time and has no monthly r+m.
Soooooooo cool to see this episode. Back in the 1980's, I use to work in Knox, Indiana before moving here to Georgia. Nice truck!
This is the fastest deal,on your show,that I have ever seen. Food Looked Outstanding!!! Ken maybe gone, But Never Forgotten!! Metro Detroit Loves you guys!!! G
Damn that truck is perfect 😍. More truck content please
Literally the only ford I would own. I absolutely love these trucks
That is one awesome 350! And it’s my favorite color! Looking forward to another great season of coffee walk.
THAT exact truck, or maybe even the dark green version… that would be the only Ford vehicle that I would ever buy.. of all the vehicles they ever made… THAT truck. Crew cab, 350 with that diesel, and long bed. I think they came lifted like that ..
I have the same I identical truck with a tan interior. From what I’ve seen the info you were giving could be wrong. Most of them came with 4:10 most of them came with Alcoa forged wheels most of them came with those exact mirrors and so on. All of them came with duel fuel tanks. Matter of fact most of the xlt trucks came with those exact same options. Just wanted to give u a heads up.
My thoughts as well. Strange.
19:18, gorgeous truck! And I'm die-hard Chevy😉
Love the XL-600 too
Awesome show! Ken Block was a true legend in everything he did. We are never promised tomorrow so live each day like it’s your last.
Great truck! I have a 1997 F250 regular cab with 292,000 miles 7.3 Powerstroke that I bought new, it is completely original, and has never had any work done on it. It has always been garage kept, almost looks new. Really like your video's.
I guessed yesterday that Dennis was picking up a Shelby today 👎
Ends up this 97 truck brings back loads of great memories of one I had.
Mine was a 97 F-250 4x4 supercab with a 460 / auto short bed , plow package front-end and heavy duty rear suspension. White with blue cloth interior and loaded with options.
That was one bad ass truck that would roast the tires ! 🔥
What’s up bud. I have a 89 dually single cab with a 460. Bought it with a bad transmission. It’s getting a rebuilt one rn. Are 460s dope bro? Don’t know what to expect when it’s going
@Alex absolutely 😀...but, they love gas ⛽️. I had mine from 1997-2001, so gas prices weren't crazy. I only had a 3.55 gears, If you have 4.10...ouch with the mileage.
Goodluck with her my friend
Ive got a nice 1997, F 250 super cab, 153k miles, 7.3 4x4 loaded, I get more comments on that truck than any vehicle ive owned
Ya never know what your gonna find in Indiana....great truck!
I been watching this video on my breaks at work, so it's taken me a few days, but the Ken Block at the end got me. That man will be so missed...still unbelievable. Love this channel!!
Great episode . Beautiful truck and it was right in my area of state
Very nice . I have a 97 f350 . 7.3 stock 2 wd with 77,600 miles on the clock
The best F350 made. A tank that will last forever.
I had 3 of these trucks, bought one brand new in 97. A standard cab 350 4x4 7.3 auto and two used 96 CC 7.3 350s, the last one being a 5spd. Never should’ve sold the brand new one, that truck never gave me a lick of trouble and despite the new owner beating the holy bejeezus out of it, the damn thing always ran for him too. The 5spd truck was as clean as could be. Never restored, just taken care of. Got it from a guy in Atonement FL. Had 300k on it but under 70k on the dealer rebuilt engine. I upgraded to flywheel to a one piece, new turbo impeller, better downpipe and 4” exhaust, put a better air box on it too. Those trucks cleared 35s with a leveling kit so it got that as well. White truck, tan interior which really grew on me. Had the small mirrors, 4.10s, helper leafs so I guess that meant camper package, power everything. These trucks were pretty commonplace here in SE WI and they all had dual tanks and all the diesels had factory block heaters so I’m unsure about his comments on those two things. I sold the truck for 2 reasons, one affecting the other. It developed a weird problem to where it wouldn’t charge the batteries once it got below 40 degrees, good luck diagnosing that problem and I tried. But I also started to miss the modern conveniences and creature comforts of the newer trucks. So the charging issue only fueled the fire to get something newer. They’re great trucks and I kinda wish I still had it
I'm sitting here in Abilene Texas wondering if I've ever seen that truck before. Great find!
Rebuilt my 7.3 at 461K. she'll go another 500K easy... Love my 97. Cheers for the Ken Block nod.
My moms 71 crew cab had those mirrors. She had the truck over 25 years. This white one is a very fine example. I dont mind the burgundy interior if the truck has a similar color there sexy the grey is nice too my cuz had 97 with a 351 long box white on blue auto it was roll up window s. But it went like stink and was fun to drive got alot of looks was sharp looking like this one.
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Man what a sweet OBS!
What a gorgeous truck! Man, I wish I could find one like that.
I'm still driving my 97 F 250 HD 7.3 5 speed! 23 years 430,000 miles and she's still going strong, my truck has same mirrors and factory block heater! It's a been a ga truck since new!
Beautiful truck! Can’t wait to see more of it
I fell in love with these trucks after watching the movie Son In Law as a kid in the early to mid 90s.. This truck with low miles would be 45k.
Dennis has an eye for anything no matter how many wheels it has on it.
OMG!! OUTSTANDING!! Sitting here watching this CHOPPING THE WOODY!! AMAZING!!
R.I.P KEN BLOCK
I own a 1996 F-250 Powerstroke not a 4 door but has the super cab with less than 190,000 original miles, Oxford white, the big mirrors, dual fuel tanks, factory 16” aluminum wheels, long bed,xlt, automatic with automatic locking hubs, 3:55 rears, dark red cloth interior, only mods are straight pipes out the back, air cleaner and did away with the cobra head down pipe. I’ve had the truck since July of 2004 and it looks and runs perfect.
Dennis and his crew are a Really class act such a good channel thanks for sharing your videos
R.I.P Ken! Dennis and crew y'all rock! Peace