1952 Ford F-1, first start in 28 years

1) the oil was filled with gasoline, drained, cleaned out sludge.
2) cleaned out oil filter housing, was also filled with sludge.
3) Rebuilt the carb, needed the power valve replaced and a good cleaning, new gaskets.
4) switched to PerTronix Ignition 1283P6. removing points and condenser.
5) new plugs, wires, cap, rotor.
pertronixbrand...

[@mikeshotrodshop]

A long time ago I purchased a 1952 Ford truck like this for $50. It was seized, was painted gold using a brush with house paint. Had some rust, but it had a Mercury Flathead V8. I got it unstuck by filling the cylinders with auto trans fluid and letting it sit for a week, then rocking it back and forth against 3erd gear until the crank moved. Then I cleared the cylinders and put new plugs in it. Fired it up and smoke fogged the area. Lol. I used it as a general purpose truck for years, used as much oil as it did gas (pits in the cylinder bores you know). Memories.

[@popspick3362]

Brings back memories for me. My dad and I had a 51 Ford that we rebuilt together when I was in high school. Found the truck in a field, took 2 years to complete it.

[@quagmiredavis4117]

Don't forget oil level in fan hub and few drops in distributor and generator Fan hub lubricant critical check every 3 months or sitting long periods On fan hub what looks like a small screw head is oil fill .. 30 wt winter 40 summer Put in 1.5 ounces in once you remove screw head its a 1 inch machine screw Make sure its at 12 position fill 1.5 to 2 oz oil then clock to 6 position to drain excess Then back to 12 replace screw snug tight .. few drops in dist and gen Use marvel mystery oil in fuel for upper lubricant when running a engine out of hibernation Loved the video

[@rustycaveman]

did not think about the fan hub. I have seen the oil cap door on the distributor.

[@quagmiredavis4117]

@@rustycaveman you want a 45 pound fan assembly going thru radiator Don't rev until oil topped off same for gen and distributor bronze bushings are dry Marvel mystery oil in fuel helps lubricant valves rings 30 wt valvoline oil or Napa oil ... same brand I own 15 of these trucks F 1 thru F5

[@justinraystyles3537]

I know its a 52 but its still a Sanford and son truck to me!!😎👍💗

[@JasonMichaelKotarski]

Hell yeah. I can't believe that starter took that beating. I've been waiting for a replacement spring for the Bendix starter on the 50' F6 ever since I tried that, lol. Good job.

[@flathead2397]

I came home from FFA and heard the song I love by Tom T. Hall and I broke the flathead V8 loose and ran on 3 cylinders! I caught the flathead fever, they are the best. Flatheads forever!

[@rustyrods8535]

I have owed a 52 F1 for over 15 years and drive it a couple days each week when weather permits . I have quite a few videos up about it ..cold starts , walk arounds . They are a blast t9 drive and there are lots of aftermarket parts available to keep it running . Great 1st start video . Shawn

[@UweJMeyer]

This cry of joy is deeply honest, congratulations 👍🇺🇸Greatings from Germany

[@lovetocrank]

I am really glad that you got it started, but man, I loved the sound of that cranking! Great Sox cap too!

[@dennisbrill5336]

Good luck with restoring her, love the old gals............. 👍

[@johnlawlor7854]

It's the BEST when he yells: "I GOT IT RUNNEEEEN!!!! WHOOOO!!!". HA! I would react that same way but I would be jumping around also.

[@mikesr3407]

WOW good thing it wasn't dark you would have given up after you saw the starter glowing ! LOL nice truck!

[@PossumHollerGarage]

Besides the smoke sounds pretty good! That's actually my favourite truck!

[@fainjohnson3637]

Awesome truck. I can hear the Sanford and son theme song playing .I love the grill in that truck.

[@rustycaveman]

I know right! fact, Sanford and Son is one year older. their model is 1951

[@scottyellis3442]

My cousin had a 1950 that he put a 455 Cadillac motor in it.👍🏻

[@johnwade5747]

I always prefill the carb.through the slanted vent tube...less grinding.I love points systems,myself...

[@AndrewHCann]

Excellent job and fix up whole truck like new again!

[@rustycaveman]

it's in my tiny garage for the winter. working on the wiring.

[@kellycreasy4159]

I got a 61 ford f 350 1 ton it's a great truck runs good it's hard to believe it that it cranked up way to go

[@matthrivnak6572]

Beautiful sounding old Ford with model t style radiator!

[@bigrobbo7874]

I traded a paint horse and 2500 for one of these running with 45000 original miles back in 95. I still have it, but it's not running anymore. That's why I'm here

[@rustycaveman]

would be happy to help or point you in the right direction . my issue was electrical.

[@bigrobbo7874]

@@rustycaveman I appreciate it and I'll keep you posted.

[@rjs1304]

I think this man was pleased! 😂😂

[@NotFadeAway]

Let’s go Red Sox!!!!

[@johnblood3731]

Nice truck. Flatheads forever.

[@janetdellinger85]

........OLD TRUCKS RULE !!!!!!!

[@mustanggarland24]

Wow beautiful truck buddy! Great job

[@ronnieg6358]

Great I know the elation you're feeling. Now to do something about that bodywork!

[@mrhamburger6936]

In Wisconsin these old Ford trucks are very rare even as far back as the mid-60s and the late '60s they didn't see many of them what there was a lot of was 51 52 and 53 Chevrolet pickups into the state off and on you'll see a few of these Chevrolet pickups for sale somewhere

[@bbrut3332]

Yep using a little fuel down the carb to see if it will fire saves starters and batteries. Rookie mistake.

[@johnmccanntruth]

Good looking truck!

[@SpeedandChromeTV]

Rad man, the '52s are my favorite of the 50s Ford trucks. Run some Seafoam and Marvel Mystery oil or Berrymans in the oil, will help loosen up those rings and clean out the carbon. Congrats man.

[@jonoffensend7519]

I’ve had a lot of cars and there is still nothing like the first start! Been there , done that on fuel not on.

[@Paleoman52]

Love that flathead!

[@tiltedseal2744]

"I turned the fuel off!" DOH!

[@johnwade5747]

I bet you could smell that starter!😱

[@jameshefley6841]

I just bought a 53 that hasn’t been started since 77

[@rustycaveman]

I have lots of video leading up to this moment, not yet on KZbin. first, use fresh gas, nothing from the tank. I have hooked up a small plastic tank. second, don't use original wiring. I definitely had grounding issues, frayed wires. finally check timing and clean the points.

[@smittysmat7826]

Glad it cranked…but man…that poor starter. 😂

[@quagmiredavis4117]

Also word of advice napa 1300 water pump lubricant with protect both water pumps The kicker is if water pump replacement is required .. remove all lower hoses and bolts Lower hose has one bolt inside yes inside to hold pump on if questions send contact information ill respond then you can remove contact information ill help if possible

[@edrys5371]

Hello Fred.

[@tomscotland]

She’s a smoker! Nice one.

[@joeschlotthauer840]

7:52, I heard that, And I live in Germany...

[@orlandopinzon426]

Muy bien pirobo regáleme la amigo yo la recojo estoy en Colombia.🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺

[@janetdellinger85]

.....wouldn’t you rather have a Buick ??? JUST KIDDING !!!! You can’t beat those good OLD TRUCKS !!!!

[@dougackerman4182]

Neat video

[@christinewoodruff255]

Filler up with oil, check the gas an hit the road.

[@fallout0624]

That reminds me trying to start my F-3 I traded for a pile of 289 parts (mine was in much rougher shape)

[@lovetocrank]

I hope you got it started, but man I love the sound of that cranking!

[@adamheazlett1179]

Ether saves starters and electrics

[@pidjones]

Poor starter motor. Count to fifteen, then let it cool for thirty.

[@merc-ni7hy]

pretty cool truck..i see a pa inspection sticker on it..is it still in pa?..i am in pa

[@rustycaveman]

originally from NJ. I bought from the previous owner in PA. I am in NH.

[@amazin1827]

Should of had Carl from Sling Blade look at it!

[@safirasafirsafir6729]

Haha cant see anything ur camera why not close or on engine

[@ezequieloliveira6897]

Bom dia tenho uma também 1951

[@Poppabill48]

Glad you got it running BUT I would have liked to see what you did. Next time put gopro on your hat.

[@ryanbeyea2834]

What's up

[@cosanostra4286]

This is the trucks I like , better looking than chevy I my opinion . IS IT FOR SALE ?

[@rustycaveman]

in the middle of restoring it

[@locoken]

Yeah. Sooo.......how's this truck coming along? Is it driveable yet? Have you done anything to it yet? What's the status, Gladys?

[@rustycaveman]

it has been in my tiny garage all winter. complete electrical rewire. will be pulling it out soon for continued work. I have driven it up and down the driveway.

[@locoken]

@@rustycaveman Wow! Thanks for the quick reply, Bill! Can't wait to see more video of this fine truck!

[@ryanbeyea2834]

Hi

[@GuilloteAngelus]

best part starts at 7:52... thank me later!

[@keithshevlin5427]

Lamont special

[@easydoesit2006]

Now do a doughnut 🤣 after you add more oil I see she drinks quite a bit💨💨💨💨

[@KenthGustafsson300]

That light on the front fender what is it...my friend have a 1955 chevy truck unrestored and it have simular ones

[@rustycaveman]

signal-stat cyclostat, you can find NOS and used on ebay.

[@modeladenny1218]

Simply put that's the left turn signal light.

[@loopmichaelvalentine8273]

Prime it already!

[@Spennyman10]

I know! Give her a squirt of carb cleaner or gas or something. Lol

[@franciscocastillo4687]

ford flat head forever

[@safirasafirsafir6729]

U do urself samething there we cant see ( move ur camera near engine...

[@devinwhitlock5918]

Hello friend , dude you should make this truck look kinda like the truck from the TV show Sanford and son anyone else agrees with me leave a comment below thanks and may God bless you always, hope to hear back from you soon thanks 🛻🛻🛻🚕🚕🛺⛽🤯🪰💩🥰😍🛒

[@rustycaveman]

Sanford and son is 1951, this is 1952. Love your idea.

[@trailerwithyardwasteonit7188]

3:16

[@hyzercreek]

12 Volt ?

[@rustycaveman]

six volts

[@frankpagniello2254]

what is engine firing order

[@rustycaveman]

1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2

[@andyrobinson339]

Congrats on personally contributing to our crappy air.

[@brianfrederickson2080]

That’s not a flat head