Meet Rusty Boy: Tommy's 1974 Ford F250 Highboy Classic Project Truck

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@Dwealdric 7 жыл бұрын

"To you that truck may look like some old rusted hunk." Nope. Beautiful. Happy for you man, congrats.

@jbncnow 7 жыл бұрын

Im a chevy guy but the 73-79 fords are hard to kill

@mattrobertson8265 7 жыл бұрын

yea chevy man hear i did buy a 78 f150 4x4 im working on now

@AlejandroP1980s 4 жыл бұрын

Matt Robertson I had a 1997 f350 7.3 powerstroke

@underthetrees4780 4 жыл бұрын

My landscape boss runs classic trucks. His first was a '73 f250 ranger. I drove that last year, it has some steering play and it doesn't have power brakes, which is tough, but it's insanely reliable. Now it's his side piece, but still a cool truck

@darrinfry2251 2 жыл бұрын

You a chubby..l

@Michael-fc4ch Жыл бұрын

No doubt my father had a 73 f 250 manual he always said chevy was more comfortable, dodge power wagons were rugged but those older ford's were solid beasts if you took care of them.

@canuckfobroader9553 7 жыл бұрын

Please restore the bed and do not put a flatbed on it.

@marwinsteiner5817 3 жыл бұрын

Please please please do not ruin it with bedliner

@johnathanyinger 7 жыл бұрын

Please do not put a flatbed on it! Repair the body, and repaint it.

@davidblalock9945 7 жыл бұрын

Yes, I fully agree. Tommy, LMC Truck has all the patch panels you'll need to make those simple repairs.

@tomasmica325 7 жыл бұрын

Johnathan Yinger Will do. I'm on the hunt for replacement panels!

@davidblalock9945 7 жыл бұрын

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@Queensizemusic 7 жыл бұрын

Tomas Mica congratulations, Tommy Boy! That thing is quite beautiful. (Oh...and you'll make more money. Not to worry). ;-)

@genefortney9133 7 жыл бұрын

I agree keep the box. Great show Tommy and Mr. Truck. By the way I have a 68 Chevy 3/4 ton original Manitoba Hydro truck and you guys have given me reason to get busy! Thanks much!

@wisuz 5 жыл бұрын

my family has a 77 ranger that looks exactly like this. ive grown up with these trucks my whole lige and it looks exactly like this. it has a 351 modified in the engine bay. and i absolutely love it. it was the 1st vehicle ive ever driven and we still have it to this day. happy to see these things around still.

@boss123400 7 жыл бұрын

Be sure to throw a gun rack in the back window. Hang a 30-30 Winchester and a Remington 870 Express Magnum 12ga to make it look authentic to the '70's.

@MichaelRichards983 7 жыл бұрын

Trust me, don't put a gun rack in it; the windows will be busted out in no time. People steal guns!

@boss123400 7 жыл бұрын

Andrew Ryan Frank Fontaine here, they would be putting their eggs in the scramble and no one scrambles eggs like Frank Fontaine.

@johnpurdum8126 7 жыл бұрын

Sad but true. Was excited about the suggestion at first, but then your idea.

@boss123400 7 жыл бұрын

John Purdum Not everyone lives in crime ridden cities, some of us live in small rural towns out in the middle of nowhere. And, we are packing on top of what's in the window if you want to take the chance. Certainly, take them inside at night. You never know when supper is going to cross the road, like a couple of roosters or a big buck.

@opalbeifong695 7 жыл бұрын

Troy Strain Aren't rural and city area's both high crime rated?.

@frankbarbara1899 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your first vehicle... Nice to see a young person not taking out a loan for their first vehicle... So cool you and your Dad get to work together and fix this up together, this is how a son should be raised!

@o2boutdoors 7 жыл бұрын

Cool to see TFL playing with some of the older trucks in addition to all the newer, bloated infotainment systems on wheels.

@jackstandracing7400 7 жыл бұрын

I'm a Chevy guy but I do love the 73-79 Ford trucks. Especially with a 429 or 460🤘

@chevy1982100 6 жыл бұрын

Chevy 427 me too and I’m a Chevy guy!

@bigospig 7 жыл бұрын

$2,000 truck + $1,800 of nostalgia = One happy truck owner. :)

@frankdenardo8684 5 жыл бұрын

J Smith a friend I know bought one from a farmer in British Columbia Canada. has no rust and it is a 1976 model and has no catalyst.

@samlipsit517 3 жыл бұрын

Nice truck and a good price these days ... :)

@ObsTurdBucket 2 жыл бұрын

My great grandpa had a 68 highboy. Bought it brand new. Baddest truck ever.

@patrickirish8110 7 жыл бұрын

I simply can't say enough about this truck -- I absolutely love it and am so genuinely happy that I'll get to see lots more of it. It really does take me back to my youth!

@TheCody254 7 жыл бұрын

I know exactly how you feel Tommy. When I first bought my 1974 GMC K1500 I was unbelievably stoked. Everyone else saw an old rusty truck but I saw the potential.

@brcarlos 7 жыл бұрын

I remember when i was younger and $3800 was a hell lot of money. When we get older we buy stuff 10x more expensive and don't get that excited, so, enjoy ur rusty boy and all the excitement. It's a nice truck!! Don't worry about the money, in 10 years it won't mean much to you. Have fun, mate!

@spencerreborn7 7 жыл бұрын

Nice to see Roman's son Tommy in a video. Good job!

@mikeallen6276 2 жыл бұрын

I love the way a leaf spring front end rides. . . It's not for everyone, but you know you're driving a truck......

@mtb4l673 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats Tommy! A diamond in the rough

@Dukemeistro 2 жыл бұрын

Kent is so knowledgeable on trucks, and much wisdom as well. I just love to listen to him.

@mauiman52 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats Tommy and we are so happy for you. Thanks also for pulling Kent into the discussion. That seems to be his topic for sure....

@danimalx23 7 жыл бұрын

So excited for you man! I'm with you on the love for these old trucks. Can't wait to see the work that you'll put into this project!!

@ridgerunner106 4 жыл бұрын

I still drive one. Drove one from Louisiana to Alaska pulling a 33' loaded horse trailer. I made it across the Yukon river.

@truculent2086 7 жыл бұрын

Mr Truck glosses over the negatives of the high boy. They weren't a big seller for Ford for a reason. 40 years later it is nice to see one so best wishes on the restore.

@eddiebowens1919 2 жыл бұрын

My dad had one, Its's what I learned to drive in, meet my wife in it to lol. I loved that truck

@mds19238 7 жыл бұрын

I can relate to the dream, the excitement...best of luck to you on your new project.

@KoltenAlan 7 жыл бұрын

so jealous! high boy is my dream truck. bought a '65 250 camper special with a 460 4spd granny gear when i was 17. called it the head knocker cuz every time you got near the gas it through your head back into the rear glass. absolutely loved it. wasnt a 4x4 so eventually i sold it cuz of that and it had no heater and didnt like to start in the cold, as well as about 8mpg thundering through town. miss it dearly but will one day have a high boy. damn good buy !

@Believe231 7 жыл бұрын

So glad Mr Truck was with you, that kind of real world experience is needed when checking out something like you just bought. First thing I'd do is go over the fuel system to be sure it's not leaking anywhere. Then go thru the entire braking system and make sure it's solid, and if something is in doubt, replace it using a decent brand, like Motorcraft, or see if a certified Ford restoration part exists for it. Then while doing that, check the suspension and steering parts for wear. Then I'd look into the wiring (interior wiring as well) to see if it appears to be crumbling or been hacked up as the last thing you'd want to see is it go up in flames due to faulty wiring. Here's to hoping you'll have many enjoyable moments with your "new" Rusty Boy!

@jonfrauen3779 7 жыл бұрын

I like all of the TFLT videos on all of the new vehicles but it is nice to see some on vintage vehicles too. I would like to see a few more in the future. Nice work and good luck with the F250, it looks pretty cool.

@danielallen7259 4 жыл бұрын

I love those old Highboy Ford trucks! My uncle had a' 76. I loved that truck!

@abrahamjuarez6787 7 жыл бұрын

right on brother!! good looking truck! That's one badass Ford and that's coming from a Chevy guy. Big Green vs Rusty Boy!

@pawsnazzy01 Жыл бұрын

I had a 73 that was a doctor's truck. He bought it new and had a cab high camper put on it and the shop put a plywood covered with foam and carpet in it also. He pull a travel trailer all over the country when his children were little, he said they rode in the back and played and slept as needed. He said he would travel for 4-6 weeks during the summer, and they had hit all lower 48 and Canada and Alaska. I remember riding in the back of pickup's, you would go to jail for that now. I bought it 2003 and came home from work on day 2018 and the truck was gone, asked the wife who was borrowing the truck? She told me that she Donated it to the disabled vets. She was in hot water for a long time.

@toughertoast 7 жыл бұрын

I had a 77 and a 79 loved both of those trucks. By the time I got done with my 79 it looked mint. I miss those trucks. Good luck with it.

@czellner5894 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats Tommy! It IS a BIG deal man! Be proud of this first one. Major accomplishment. Good luck and have fun.

@johnnymossville 7 жыл бұрын

I had a 74 XLT Ranger. 2WD with the 360 when I was 15 years old. I loved that Truck. Congrats on that.

@Bruningable 7 жыл бұрын

Great truck. The mag wheels are just a w e s o m e !

@johnpurdum8126 7 жыл бұрын

You go Tommy! Have a great, successful, fun time building the truck of yours and many other's dreams.

@cheyennedogsoldiers 7 жыл бұрын

Great Truck Tomy and one of my all time favourites. Looking forward to seeing what you do with it!

@masonC01 6 жыл бұрын

I have a '72 F100 with a 360 in it and she runs great. Single cab short bed with a 7 inch lift and 35's. Its my first truck and i love it to death!

@dclasson1 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats Tommy. Looking forward to following Rusty's progress.

@steveashworth6707 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought a 71 f250 highboy half way restored and I'll finish it it's in great shape I paid 8,000 for it and worth it, they took the 6 popper out and dropped a 400 in it now that I got motor is running great it's time for body work and a paint job!, I love this truck!.

@mromatic17 2 жыл бұрын

hey nothing to be ashamed of im 36 and i just bought my 1st v8 and truck! Its a 1994 f150 4x4 5.0 5 speed with 108k miles. It was a farm truck so it has minor cosmetic tings here and there, but it runs and drives perfect. i just put new tires on it and i love it! its not much to look at but its reliable as hell!

@thwong37 7 жыл бұрын

this was the best from Mr. Truck Guy; he had some good history on these truck.. Just loved hearing the details on the vairous trucks, and how they where designed for specific purposes. cool t

@bosse641 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats. ....fun to watch the restoration project ahead. Love these old trucks.

@wallysworkin823 7 жыл бұрын

I'm spoiled in AZ, I wont even look at a truck that has rust lol.

@jeffanderson7256 7 жыл бұрын

Wally Twixter lucky son of a bitch (from new england)

@livingsoul6326 7 жыл бұрын

Best looking Ford truck ever made

@ctemposky 7 жыл бұрын

IMO one of the best looking trucks with that front end and the high stance is how I feel all trucks should be no low riders but to each there own. Great find Tommy keep the videos coming on this truck as well as Big Green!!

@Fordman7575 7 жыл бұрын

Congrat's on the purchase. It's nice to see another classic Ford truck in the TFL truck video's.

@sfbfriend 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome old school truck, its what I remember in High School! If it is indeed a 390 then good, but they did have a 360 like Mr Truck said. NO FLATBED PLEASE. My Friend's Dad had a yellow 71 just like that, with side pipes..we called it the pavement wrinkler. Lots of memories and hunting trips in that truck. His Dad was an iron worker so he made some diamond plate bumpers for it! What memories..thanks for sharing this and I think you have an awesome truck. I know I'm drooling

@hollowaang5284 7 жыл бұрын

Between that year and the 56 where definitely fords best truck year's by looks.

@hollowaang5284 7 жыл бұрын

390merc65 An old friend of mine's dad has either a 66 or 67 but his was all beat up. he says he's gonna restore it but I don't know if he is or not.

@zachharmon06 4 жыл бұрын

It's nice to see the guy behind the camera step into the real deal. I've always been a nerdy tech guy but at the same time the guy that gets his hand dirty and does whatever it takes.

@stevejones7593 Жыл бұрын

This guy knows high riders , best ever, I had a 76, ditched the 360replaced it with 428 police interceptor, came out of 68 mercury indiana state police cruiser.

@Chet2378 7 жыл бұрын

Nice job Tommy! I cant wait to see all the things you do to it in the years to come.

@0ttoman 7 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your first Project vehicle. Enjoy it in good times and good health. You will have many fond memories of it for your years to come.. 👍

@studydude 3 жыл бұрын

Oh Tommy, I hope you fix this truck up it's a beauty.

@johnanderson60 4 жыл бұрын

Just found this video, great find! Belated congrats

@ptrollan 7 жыл бұрын

nice,love those old classic trucks !!!

@mikebakee4388 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome Truck. One of the best looking and toughest trucks ever. I can't wait to see the improvements you make, and also, no flat bed please, it's just too cool for that!

@erics9754 7 жыл бұрын

Nice truck.Those older Fords looked badass.

@chocodiledundee1 5 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh my God this truck is really an awesome find ....You sure deserve it kid , good on ya you’ve got something very special right there !

@trailrunnah8886 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats Tommy, that's a great truck! You're going to have a lot of fun fixing it up that beast, and it's definitely going to be a learning experience. My dad and I fixed up a 73 Chevy K10 when I was in high school, it was a great time. I loved that truck, I still kick myself for selling it. I'm a GM guy mostly (I LOVE Big Green), but I've always liked that style Ford. Interesting note about the Highboy, I realized they sat higher, but had no idea about the divorced transfer car. That's pretty beefy right there. Ford def built some solid trucks back in the day, looks like you have a closed knuckle Dana 60 up front, and the shift pattern on the t-case lever makes me think it's a NP205. Good luck with it!

@Shadows-yw7ii 7 жыл бұрын

You are going through the same thing I did! i bought a 1975 F-250 highboy that is identical to that one but has a 4 speed and is yellow. Has zero rust but the paint is mismatched and looks terrible but runs so good. It didnt run went i got it but after a bit of fixing and tuning up all i have to do is touch the key and fires up even in really cold weather. Its the most reliable truck ive ever bought, I drove it a 100 miles every day for my job and not once did it ever let me down. All I paid for mine was 1200! I dont know what part of the country you guys are at but those trucks around here are half the price and in way better shape. That aside I would love to see the same thing happen to Rusty Boy as Big Green!!!

@rudaaayg4340 5 жыл бұрын

That truck is beautiful keep it the way it looks

@trefod 7 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to seeing more of this as it develops.

@jasonx4008 7 жыл бұрын

Im a GM guy nowadays, but my first truck ever was a '76 F-100. that damn thing was a tank and i still miss it.

@catdiesel7302 7 жыл бұрын

Damn good lookin truck! Great buy. I look forward to seeing more videos of Rusty boy.

@ablex1909 7 жыл бұрын

I had a 1973 F250 High Boy with a 390 in it. I used it for work. I had the Ford turned to Dorf on the front of it. Ride was very stiff. Very fun truck.

@ablex1909 7 жыл бұрын

I loved that truck.

@wrifraff 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats Tommy! It'll definitely be a learning experience for you!

@eyellgeteven9928 6 жыл бұрын

I've gotta admit it...I'm pretty damn jealous after watching this vid. It may be old and rusty, but the cool factor is off the charts! And I LOVE those old slotted mags! No other wheel looks as good on these old Fords...or old Chevys for that matter.

@CliffWarren 7 жыл бұрын

Love it! I'm looking forward to watching this series.

@TSniper79 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful truck. These old trucks are built strong. One day I will have one.

@johnjohns2333 4 жыл бұрын

Love the truck! My day had this same one back in the day called the animal

@greathornedowl3644 3 жыл бұрын

Love this series of Ford truck, my fav the '70 F100 300ci 3 on the tree.

@RICKY760 7 жыл бұрын

Great deal! Looking forward to the upcoming videos with it

@patb9375 4 жыл бұрын

Love your old Ford I had a 73 ford that was a rocket off the line. Nice trucks just watch where the cab attaches to the frame, they rust and it is not as noticeable as rust elsewhere. I hope you have a lot of fun working on it and driving it, especially if you spend time with the old man. I wish one of my kids liked vehicles and wanted to work on something with me. I still have a 1987 suburban that needs some work and hoped to do it with one of my kids but they are not into it.

@wadecollins6290 7 жыл бұрын

I had a '73 4x4 with the stock 360 when I was in high school. I just thought it was called a Ranger. Purchased it for $1,000 and it had less rust than that one. Had to put a ton of work into it and it still broke down on me more times than I can remember. Try not to sink all your paychecks into it Tommy! Good Luck!

@rickyde0255 7 жыл бұрын

I will enjoy watching you take care of this truck. Good luck with it.

@Digger927 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the truck Tommy, it's awesome! My dad had a 79 F250 that we sold back in the early 90's and I miss that truck something awful and wish I had it back. I think dad sold it for like $1500, sad. Can't keep everything I guess. Good luck on fixing her up!

@lukebuck8750 7 жыл бұрын

just found a good bed for my 73 f250. im going full restore on it since the wiring is shot and it has been sitting for 10 years but still can get it started. it has the factory 390 2bbrl auto but the only thing i wish it has was 4x4. this one that i have has the toolbox in the bed and the bed i found has it as well. rust in the beds is very common in these as well as the cab corners.

@StoneysWorkshop 7 жыл бұрын

I love the look of those trucks!

@alew3555 7 жыл бұрын

Such a good looking truck.

@mikebrannan388 4 жыл бұрын

U did the right thing I had a 77 250 when I was a young man like you those truck ran forever 😏

@phillipgarrow2297 4 жыл бұрын

I had a 1975 high boy that's the best truck I've ever had 360 cubic inch engine with a 4 speed manual creeper gear I didn't realize the drive shaft length thing . It road like a tank very strong and dependable.

@fordpowerstroke2012 5 жыл бұрын

Just picked up a 77 f150 4x4 longbox with the free wheeling package last weekend. In the process of dismantling her to fix her from the frame up.

@ApolloTheDerg 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice, I love the look of those old trucks. Id like to have one someday myself. I am rocking a 96 PSD right now tho, that 7.3 thoo.

@Djtonydraper 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats, that is a beautiful truck you got there. A few bucks & some elbow grease will really make her shine. Take your time & do things right. You really got yourself a gem. Congrats once again.😊

@Martyr104 7 жыл бұрын

congrats i love those old highboys

@HeavyH957 7 жыл бұрын

congratulations... It's going to be an awesome build...

@liquidflorian 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the new truck duder!

@lungelinecowboy 7 жыл бұрын

awesome platform to start on. Clean for that type of truck

@RK-kj8di 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Tommy, I look forward to see videos of you fixing the bed with new replacement panels you will need to weld in. Try to keep the XLT Ranger trim on it. Good Luck!!

@TokyoGaijin23 7 жыл бұрын

my first truck was a 1978 f100 ranger 2wd hope you get it fixed up fully can't wait to see more vids on it

@regsparkes6507 7 жыл бұрын

Having Mr. Truck look at this for you, is a big PLUS I would think Tommy, but you HAVE to get rid of that 'bug deflector'! Man that has to go ! I can remember how I felt with my first car, ( back in the early 1960's ) a 1955 210 series 2 door Chevrolet car. ( with the right rear fender stove in ) I was a proud as you feel today. Go for it , and enjoy your summer by making this into YOUR truck. Most of all, ENJOY IT !

@donleamon8653 7 жыл бұрын

Hmm, Birfield joints. Interesting. I knew they were divorced, but didn't know about the front axle. A neighbor here in Flagstaff had a pristine one that they used primarily to haul their boat to Lake Powell, zero rust (same mags, lol). She wanted too much, I just couldn't justify at the time. Always liked the Highboys. Stoked for 'ya!

@pryme2013 7 жыл бұрын

Don Leamon my old 82 Toyota 4wd had those birfields. Never did have any issues with them.

@jessesager9460 7 жыл бұрын

That's a good find! I have a 77 Highboy, and the cab is pretty much shot.

@chrislangholf9942 4 жыл бұрын

I love those trucks. Great buy.

@fasacosta1954 7 жыл бұрын

one word: congrats!

@TFLtruck 7 жыл бұрын

+mohamad hesham Thanks!

@mako021 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome project ! My first truck was a 1981 with 4 speed , 300 straight six. That was a great combo. I miss the old granny gear 4 speed. If Ford was smart they would reintroduce the custom. Make it a single cap 302 , design a six speed with a granny low first gear. Free wheeling front hubs. My favorite thing to do was run the truck thru the transfer in 2 wheel drive and crawl the beach. So much fun to see how well you could drive without getting stuck. If you did turn the hubs reengage the transfer and crawl on. It will never happen too many peeps want a truck to be a office on wheels, smooth ride and all the creature comforts. Sad times.

@damianhz88 6 жыл бұрын

That's a nice truck you got there!

@davepalmatier5190 3 жыл бұрын

GOOD FOR YOU, THE NEW ONES ARE SHINY BUT I WOULD TAKE A OLDER ONE ANY DAY. MY BOY HAS A 79 CHEVY 4X4 4 SP CREEPER 3/4 TON, MONTANA TRUCK AND MINE IS ALSO BUT I HAVE AN 84 4X4 4-SPD CREEPER 1/2 TON SHORT BOX. WE LOVE THEM. I FEEL HAPPY JUST DRIVING.

@nashbraymen9564 6 жыл бұрын

Nice truck Tommy I have a 1977 f250 XLT camper special. These are probaby the best trucks ever made in America.

@alexrichards2784 7 жыл бұрын

I wish my parents were like this. My mom and stepdad are against me owning a car as a teenager in general. I've always been into cars and I would like to work on a fox body mustang someday before I go to college. Oh well, life isn't always fair.