1957 AUTOCAR Truck restoration update, and a peek at my junk!

Well the plan was to go get some things done on the Autocar project however the weather proved to be too much to deal with so I talked about my goals for the truck and gave the tour around the farm that so many of you have asked for as well as discussed future projects and things id like to accomplish in 2020!
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[@kirk467]

Hey Matt, you do what you need to do and don’t worry about the video critics! We appreciate your videos and I know making videos take up your time also! Thanks for sharing Matt! 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@nodak81]

You have the perfect mindset on what to do with the truck. A museum piece is nice it's much nicer to see these old girls out on the road doing what they were built to do.

[@DieselCreek]

EXACTLY!! Thanks for watching!!

[@40beretta1]

Beautiful Hunting land too .. ..even dog is read, wearing his hunters orange

[@plumbingstuffinoregon2471]

I actually love old campers like that. There's so much that you can do with them. When I was younger my friend's dad actually got us an old camping trailer he found for free and we made it into a sweet fort. Unfortunately years later the whole thing collapsed due to the weight of the snow that year. We ended up stripping it down to the frame and selling it as a wood hauler.

[@DieselCreek]

Ya that’s what’s going to happen to this one before long if I don’t get after it first.... Thanks for watching!!

[@downrightme6811]

Just do things at your pace. Don’t let pressure from viewers set your schedule. You have an awesome channel and I love it

[@greggb3079]

Yessir, haters gonna hate. Give them no attention. All of the trucks, tractors, shop roof etc., are what I call "W.I.P.,'s" that is "work(s) in progress"... I got a lot of them around my place as well. I eagerly wait and anticipate all the videos to come as each of them get some of your attention. I am now always looking for the church update videos, but I take what you give out... Love your videos of the small jobs you do, the tour of the pipeline (would love more of those, with some narration of what is going on). Thank you sir. P.S., I don't know if you realized it, but you need some gravel where the AutoCar and dozer are parked... Ha, ha, ha...

[@DieselCreek]

I’d love to be able to make videos of working on the pipeline but the companies don’t like that. We’re not even supposed to take pictures actually but we all do.... no matter I haven’t been on a pipeline since this past spring anyway. That’s the reason I’ve had time to do the KZbin. It’s been nice having a life again and getting things accomplished! Lots of things to come!

[@greggb3079]

Diesel Creek Ahhh, gotcha. Yeah, I understand where they are coming from. Some employee would have their hard hat off wiping the sweat off their brow, and here would come OSHA with fines, and citations... Thank ps for the response back...

[@robewalk2]

One mans junk is another mans treasure. If you don't sell the antique farm equipment Matt perhaps you can clean it up, paint them and use them for lawn sculptures for your yard once you build the house. And before I got into law enforcement I worked as a glass and mirror glazer in Illinois and for a period in southwest Florida. Working outside in weather below 20 degrees with wind and snow is not high on my list so I agree with you on that. I really enjoy your videos and your bumper music is the best. And I pass no judgement on how things look, you get things done when you have the time and I'm sure your number one priority is providing for your family. I look forward for your next video.👍

[@DieselCreek]

I think I may save the sickle bar mower for lawn art but the rest has got to go... Thanks for watching!!

[@brandonm4344]

Friend that place is far from a junkyard & I see nothing wrong with it. It’s good to see someone care for the old iron enough to not let it go for scrap, I’m exactly the same way buddy. Keep the awesome videos a rolling, stay safe on that pipeline.

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks for watching!!

[@haydenuk02]

You do what you need to do don’t listen to the people who are just here to talk rubbish about you and your content. keep up the great work thanks for the awesome content

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks for watching!

[@HardandFuzzy]

Thanks for the giving us a quick update for your long to do list. Sound like you will have some fun projects to work on in the coming days.

[@DieselCreek]

Yep! And they will all be recorded and put on here for your viewing pleasure! Thanks for watching!!

[@garyfeltus9801]

You have some perty cool old stuff there. Lots of work to do. Thanks for sharing

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks for watching!

[@udarasri9717]

Good luck 👍

[@lakefiftyseven]

It has a kind of cartoonish look to it. Real cool. I would leave it as is and put a nice cedar shake shelter over in at the entrance to your property. Put your Diesel Creek sign there by it too.

[@RustyNail5856]

Keep posting on the Autocar, I love the content on it. and it is a shame that old barn rotted away.but that is what happens when you just don't have the time.

[@stuartroland9605]

I like the new intro to your videos .As for the yard one step at a time .You have put in the road ,gotten the shop well on the way .Everything is better than it was last year .TAKE CARE ,BE SAFE ,we will see you later

[@DieselCreek]

Yep! Small little victories! Thanks for watching!

[@JunkyardMook]

You were right. I love that truck 😁👍🏼

[@DieselCreek]

I screwed up and didnt even give you the right link.... heres that trucks first start in 15 years kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGmxf4J8drh6qc0

[@DieselCreek]

I think im gonna name her Gretta hehe

[@johnmcgee7171]

Lotta work dude, but she's a beauty. Don't sweat your viewers. This is all on you so do it when the spirit moves you. Can't wait to see it come together.

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks! 👍🏼

[@davidzamora4423]

You have whole lot of things to do. Good luck. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@charlie_nolan]

Good luck with getting your projects done and scrapping some things and cleaning your property

[@ianwinfield929]

Loving the content that you’re posting. Really motivates me to get out there and get stuff done. Keep up the great work, just don’t burn yourself out.

[@DieselCreek]

Every once in a while I have a lazy day where I only work about half a day that usually keeps me going when I’m getting burnt out. Thanks for watching!!

[@esurcylimaf4335]

All things in life take time mate, it will happen when the time is right.I enjoyed the look around at your projects and I just love the location as I am not a city man but more a bush man or rural man.Cheers from Australia.

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks for watching!!

[@brunocarter2531]

i guess im asking randomly but does anybody know of a method to get back into an instagram account?? I was stupid lost the login password. I appreciate any help you can give me!

[@ronnierandy8151]

@Bruno Carter Instablaster =)

[@brunocarter2531]

@Ronnie Randy Thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and im waiting for the hacking stuff atm. Seems to take a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

[@brunocarter2531]

@Ronnie Randy it worked and I actually got access to my account again. I am so happy! Thank you so much, you saved my account :D

[@donryan623]

I don't think there's anything wrong with your future farm. Looks awesome to me. Keep up the good work my friend 👍

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks for watching!!

[@hitskip7750]

I like your video. Simple and to the point. Good job. Very interesting.. it “ peeked my curiosity”

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks for watching!

[@SuperDataSafe]

I already love that truck. :-D

[@DieselCreek]

Stick around you’ll be seeing plenty of it!

[@dicktheplumber2]

...enjoyed this video, Matt...

[@bubbagreensmith7174]

I bet it’s beautiful there in late spring everything leafed out! 😊

[@DieselCreek]

If you watch the last video in the shipping container shop series you can see the leaves!! Thanks for watching!

[@gregginter5867]

Dang! I'm an ol xtry guy whom retired fr corp life n serving others for 40yrs n now I pine for simple labor, fixing things, restoring old tractors n trucks, etc! Wish I lived w/in a 100 miles of you cause I'd enjoy helping you clean your place up. I suppose by now it's all cleaned up! SE Wisconsin

[@user-justbeingme]

June 5, 2021, binge-watching Diesel Creek. It's going to be a good day.

[@smedleyhverovhe8919]

In soft soil like you have, placing geotextile first will provide a better base. For your gravel it's best to lay in a base of 3" minus. Roll that in well, then top with 3/4" minus.

[@DieselCreek]

Agreed! I use geo under all my roads and lots! Check out some of my other videos and you’ll see how I’ve been doing the driveway! Thanks for watching!!

[@captainmorgan1107]

The 'Rolling A" is one of the coolest hood ornaments, right up there with the Mack Bulldog and the Brockway Husky.

[@georgetoma7139]

dont forget the reo diamond

[@DieselCreek]

I agree and I like it... but the bulldog is gotta be the best I’d say. Thanks for watching!

[@michaelguinn5736]

I agree on the mechanical restoration, those autocar cabs & doors are around...you will get it...I will keep watching..

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks!

[@funtimefreddygamer]

That truck is beauty

[@DieselCreek]

I’m a big fan! Thanks for watching!!

[@brendanquier8275]

Just found your videos and page, love every minute! Keep up the good work and love seeing the autocar project

[@DieselCreek]

Thank you! There will be plenty of the old girl once the weather improves, I’ve been busy getting the church sealed up right now. Thanks for watching!

[@Kaliburz]

Time is always short... & projects always mount... I know the feeling.

[@DieselCreek]

It’s all about little victories! Just gotta keep chewing on em! Thanks for watching

[@johntilquist1793]

Keep posting on the Autocar! I love the content on it!

[@DieselCreek]

Plenty more to come but prob not a ton until it gets a bit warmer! Thanks for watching!!

[@walterrobbins4470]

I know what you mean about having time for projects. That is the single biggest reason I haven’t started a channel yet. I’m not home often enough and long enough to get much done

[@gabesgarage3131]

Man you make me feel lazy as hell with what all you have going on. I respect you and everything you're accomplishing. Keep it up brother.

[@vkradio1656]

Hello from a warm and sunny Western Australia.Keep going mate, your doing okay!

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks for watching!!!

[@bogthing1]

I grew up in the Northeast laying on the ground in winter working on stuff...I gotta tell ya, I developed a real aversion to it. I can wait. Brush burning is good television.

[@DieselCreek]

Plenty to come! Thanks for watching!

[@nealewalter]

Subscribed, going to see shipping container shop...

[@busoldmanphil7293]

You are travelling the same path we are with the Bus Boys Collection.

[@DieselCreek]

Yes I got started young... this isn’t even all of it lol Thanks for watching!

[@gmjunky87]

That's one thing I'm learning the hard way. Can't keep everything. Time marches on and mother nature takes over.

[@DieselCreek]

I know it! Thanks for watching!

[@dockmasterted]

I just hope you don't let to many projects go the same way my friend.

[@chrishare3981]

Nice stuff.

[@DieselCreek]

Thank you.

[@ej5936]

Your farm is absolutely gorgeous you have trees, flat and water. The 57 looks good after the stem cleaning and from the looks of it it's not that bad I'm sure you can make it look better, the hatch looks original can you save it and see if you can find an adapter to fit inside before you cut it and sand blase the wheels I think they look very good original

[@ncbus336]

Can’t wait to see the progress continue on it. She sounded good on the other video. Keep up the good work 💯💪🏻

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks for watching!

[@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP]

Hey Matt- 2, 3 and 4 wire 115v AC extension cords are relatively cheap on Amazon. They make excellent wiring harnesses. Also just cut, solder, heat shrink any needed pigtails. You could easily DIY a complete bumper-to-bumper harness for around $350. As of 04/21/21, a 100 ft. roll of HD extreme outdoor 14/3 cord is only $65. Split wire loom of different sizes, zip ties, tape- is all pretty cheap. 10 ft. red & 10 ft. black 2 AWG w/10pc tinned copper lugs is $60, there goes all your batterystarteralternator needs. The easiest & most economical upgrade would be LED everything; very easy on batteries, charging system, wiring. Low temperature, won't deform old plastic lenses like halogen does (even LL 194 incandescent gets too hot to touch). Brighter for safety, and no need for messing with ballast resistors anymore- most reputable brands have circuits built in. I have purchased all LED (even fan-less headlights) to relamp my entire Buick for $250. Incandescent get hot & burn out.

[@jjaagg5050]

Wow that old fiberglass Leer truck cap! I used to work at Leer in Elkhart, Indiana.

[@DieselCreek]

Nice!!! Thanks for watching!!

[@joerangel611]

Good afternoon May I say something? Do not rush it. The cabin is good for restoration. You will learn that with a good welding machine, a few pieces of steel and some patience and metal skills it will be as good as a new one. The engine itself may be sold to Cummins. Or upgraded. I would like to replace it with a Cummins ISM or ISL Take it easy. It has been a long time for this truck to be in good hands It can wait a little bit longer to come back for glory days again

[@DieselCreek]

If I can’t locate a cab for a reasonable price then yes I’ll be fixing this one. It is possible I agree just more patching than I’d like to do. Thanks for watching!!

[@danfuchs7324]

...great video....you are full of ambition/dreams....I would re-prioritize then burn,sell and scrap as much as you can and un-bury myself with projects to make the bigger dreams come true !

[@KenSilvers]

Dan Fuchs are bigger necessarily better? C' mon, you sound like your five years old

[@DieselCreek]

Id like to think my priorities are straight. The only think I’ve spent any time on that isn’t a necessity Is the autocar. Everything Else is essential. Thanks for watching!

[@Papajur]

Super great video!!! Thanks for the slow walk around and all the explanations, this is so wonderful!!!!! Love the truck already! Thanks. Greets from the Netherlands, this is Jur

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks for watching!

[@Papajur]

@@DieselCreek 🇳🇱🎉👍🏻👍🏻

[@cut--]

reminds me of that old truck in the movie "DUEL" one of spielberg's first big films. I like that patina paint.

[@DieselCreek]

Love that movie!

[@gabesgarage3131]

Haha I own that dvd! Awesome truck..Almost ALL internal dialogue but pretty DECENT movie nonetheless.

[@pryme2013]

Sylvester stallone drove an autocar semi in over the top

[@philobeddoe5214]

Seen a ton of videos of old guys or guys that have passed away with tons of old cars, equipment and unfinished projects on their property all over youtube. Cool to see how it all starts.

[@jacemusgrove3073]

You don't want a trailer queen, you just want a good ol work truck! I get it!

[@DieselCreek]

Yep! Thanks for watching!

[@kennethsaville7451]

Don't forget the exhaust on the right side needs a stack and muffler tall enough to clear the trailer top.

[@Shane-Singleton]

I can totally relate to the weather wrecking plans. I was able to get some gravel down for a work area but then the rains came and that part of the property is STILL holding water because it's been raining every few days. I need a whole month of drought before i'll be able to get things finished up over there due to the mud and standing water. Mostly have to get a few storage buildings moved over there but can't get a truck through there now to do it. And after that, the car ports. This was all SUPPOSED to have been done last year but the weather has just screwed me at every turn. I've got 4 project vehicles all awaiting some work.

[@DieselCreek]

It’s always a struggle! Nothing is ever easy! Thanks for watching!!

[@LawnMowersThingsThatMakeNoise]

I love watching your video's especially about this autocar :-) please please don't give up on it :-)

[@DieselCreek]

More to come!

[@Military-Museum-LP]

Pretty cool how you flew the drone over the creek!

[@DieselCreek]

I did an even better one this summer over a much larger creek we swim in on vacation! I may work it into some openings soon! Thanks for watching!

[@TylerDuysen]

@@DieselCreek i see why the channel is called diesel creek lol you got a river and ya love diesels cant go wrong with that i enjoy this channel very much and hope it will one day be your solo future job lol

[@harrypotter4309]

Agree with you about the working on stuff in the mud / cold / frozen. done a lot of that in my time. It certainly takes the shine off doing it. Like your trucks and equipment, and looking forward to gradually doing the Autocar, and the rest of the church. Like the container w/shop, not seen one before, (don't think we have them here in U.K. might be wrong on that.) Still like the white Ford !!

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks for watching!

[@jaywest4102]

A regular job, rehabbing the church, farm, all these projects plus recording, editing and posting videos for KZbin...do your days have more hours in it than mine?

[@DieselCreek]

It’s midnight, I’m still answering comments and I’ll be up about 6am... I don’t sleep much and I just like working! Thanks for watching!

[@Shane-Singleton]

@@DieselCreek wish i had your work ethic and your stamina, brother!

[@jamesmusisca8442]

yes they have twenty eight hour days LOL

[@wackey2k10]

and i sit and rot away all day. i wish i was this man.

[@cookiekwan431]

@@DieselCreek I've been working since I was about 5 years old and had the same work ethic. That all changed when I had a bi-lateral pulmonary blood clot. And now I cannot even walk to the mailbox without having to take a break three times. It's about to make me go insane. Keep doing what you do and thank God for the blessing everyday.

[@actorzone856]

Been looking up these trucks as don't know anything about them, now appreciate especially the history, would look great when restored, I built a roof over my containers, I ran the roof completely over the containers and put metal fascia on with guttering all plumbed properly 100% dry, I put a wall on the ends level to the height of the container so stops a fair bit of wind blown rain coming in the ends.

[@DieselCreek]

I may eventually continue the peak over the boxes to a lean-to on either side. Thanks for watching!

[@Juan0000]

Como te lo trabajas todo videos y mecánica me encanta ver tus videos y sentir como roncan esos vehículos antiguos

[@legion-unitedproductions8906]

Title made me laugh when I saw the end bro! Good one

[@DBs58]

Hey Matt, I've been checking out your 15 video series on "Building a Homestead from Nothing. I must have missed your video on your construction trailer shop build...so looking back through your vids to find it. Awesome so far!! Great channel and looking forward to catching everything..😉

[@davidpotter7484]

I found 3 of those autocars, i think 57 too, in Spanish fork,utah. They had an integral sleeper, and three transmissions. Was in the early nineties

[@the.porter.productions]

I can understand and relate to not being able to work on projects due to the cold weather. Tis a shame about the wood. I love old wood beams. I wouldn’t call it a junkyard, how about a salvage area. That implies that you’re salvaging some of the antiques.🤩 Happy New Year! I like the fact that you want to put the Autocar back into working condition. That’s how I feel about my REO. Keep it coming! 🧐

[@DieselCreek]

Awesome! Does the reo have the same cab as mine? I know some did. Thanks for watching!!

[@HighMileageOffroad]

Just watched the first how awesome is that

[@fernandoqueirozpopovic7024]

There is a lot more things that I saw in far I'm amazed I didn't see it yet

[@wacho4xj]

You made two comments that sum up my life rather well. (While showing all the old farm implements that you have no use for, much like my collection) "I couldn't just let them go to the scrap yard, I have a problem" and " putting something out in the woods and forgetting about it for a year or two at a time( or five or ten or twenty) isn't good for them.

[@DieselCreek]

Sad but true lol Thanks for watching!!!

[@frankjackson2439]

You should pour a slab under that thing, slap on a couple garage doors. Make or buy a waste oil heater and boom you have an inclosed heated workshop.

[@krystianzelazny5069]

best of luck to rebuild that monster (autocar) i want to see that "baby" rolling down the streets :) . can not wait to see another video

[@DieselCreek]

its gonna be a fun project!

[@jimmyhat1122]

Great intro music!

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks! My friend makes it for me! Check the description!

[@dennschtainer8403]

recently watching, but already like it. Surely I will subscribe.

[@DieselCreek]

glad to hear it! Thanks for watching!!

[@jalalelbirech7322]

i like listen to you

[@molivroman9806]

You got some good deals on some of the equipment. would love to have a "farm" to do what you do. Keep up the good work!

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks for watching

[@Tom-kw6km]

Take your time on the Autocar. I just got a "farm-abandoned-fresh" '55 International R-160 COE hay hauler in a slightly better condition... not wet. I'm currently trying to get the title into my name BEFORE I'll do any work on it. I'm in the same boat when it comes to a "rolling restoration". I view it more like just fixing the truck. A restoration is when you fix to a near perfect condition as when it rolled out of the factory. I suggest that when you get it running pressure wash everything and take it to a car show before going into the more major repairs. That beast will get so much attention but, you will be providing a glimpse of how it was back in the day. Lastly, all of that barn wood does have value. People will pay for that patina. Also as you build your channel you will probably start shooting segments and comments indoors like in an office. That weathered wood can be attached to the wall behind you for a neat background. So don't kick yourself for not making a barn. Just repurpose the wood and the barn can live on some more.

[@DieselCreek]

Yes there’s still good material I just hate that I wasted it. Also the truck does run! Check out the video on my channel! Thanks for watching!!

[@COPPER71]

For your building you could use greenhouse plastic for a temporary shelter to keep the wind and weather out.. it comes in large rolls

[@ClassXIRoads]

You got more project then carter has liver pills, drier warmer weather is just a few short months away, Good video like your drone stuff, like others said Haters will hate pay them no nevermind.

[@DieselCreek]

I don’t haha, Thanks for watching!!

[@wizard1800]

Get yourself a decent place to work. It sure will make all of your projects much nicer to work on. Yes its a time and money balance. Just do what you can when you can.

[@DieselCreek]

Yes as soon as the weather improves I’ll be getting the shop a lot more “shop like” it makes a huge difference! Thanks for watching!!

[@DJDAVEDREAM]

Nice update 👍 just a thought it looks like the ground slopes from the red container to the grey one at the back if you drove your truck from one side to the other any water coming down the hill would divert away rather than through the barn shop 👍 quick fix for now

[@DieselCreek]

If I could catch a few days without rain I’d just cut a ditch with the dozer but it last constantly raining or snowing so it’s all mud. Thanks for watching!!

[@wymershandymanservice9965]

I had a property once I let get away from me storing a lot of future projects on also. I finely made a list of what I wanted to clean up and I would find time to do one thing on the list each month. That way an over whelming job got done . I might do a couple things off the list if time allowed. The best part of of these cleaning projects is that once you see your progress it makes it easy to keep going. Getting started is always the hardest part. Enjoy the content 👍

[@DieselCreek]

I definitely agree with that! Thanks for watching!

[@borrowedlife]

Love your vids mate, may I suggest you use corrugated plastic sheeting on the sides of the shed. That way you get the benefits of closure but you also get a lot more ambient light. 🇦🇺

[@DieselCreek]

I was thinking of adding some panels of it in there when I fix it. Thanks!

[@garymilstead4199]

Your project list makes me feel better about mine. I also have many plans that got delayed or set aside because of needing to work a full time job. But now I’m finally making serious progress. No job because of the virus.

[@DieselCreek]

That is one benefit of it!

[@kman-mi7su]

Geez and I thought I was bad with too many projects all at once. I'm redoing my basement, working on a 1988 Ford F250 diesel project truck in my driveway (weather conditions permitting), gathering supplies I need to redo my upstairs bathroom, and planning to paint my house exterior in the spring. You got a lot of stuff on your plate.

[@DieselCreek]

And that was just the list at the farm! thanks for watching!!!

[@blakebarfield2298]

You need a old school livestock trailer for it

[@chakej6801]

It`s look like "Andrew Camarata. The Begining" )) you are cool maaan) "Privet" from Siberia!

[@DieselCreek]

glad to have ya! im a big fan of andrews!

[@2008truckman]

I had the same problem with my horn on my 55KW. Eventually I got the horn cleaned out and now it sings just like it did when it was new. I know of a few old but solid A-cars sitting in my neighbor's field. If you need a parts I'll see if he'd want to sale anything. For your future shop floor. If you've got a place that you can get crushed concrete or growled up asphalt. That stuff is awesome compared to 3/4-1" rock for a nice and solid base to work on.

[@DieselCreek]

I’m definitely looking for a good cab if he has one!!! That would be awesome! You can email me, [e-mail]

[@HootMaRoot]

Old tires are great for putting under large gravel roads and pads as it helps stop the gravel spreading out, so it can only be pressed down and made compact. There are companies throughout europe that use old tires on the base layer under roads and pack them with gravel as it saves money because the gravel doesn't spread out and stays mostly packed inside the tires

[@DieselCreek]

That is an awesome idea! I’d never heard of that! Thank you!!

[@richardnew1215]

Too bad about the 1991 pickup rotting away. I've got a 1991 Chevy S10 parked in my garage. I crank it up monthly and run it on the roads to warm it up to operating temp. Keeps everything lubricated. 450,000+ miles on it. Rebuilt motor. Runs fine!

[@danmackintosh6325]

Haha vid gets a like before even watching, just for the title making me laugh when I feel like cr@p with a cold!

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks! Hope you feel better!

[@Nick-nw6zg]

🇺🇸🇺🇸🤘🏼🤘🏼AWSOME

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks for watching!!

[@kronr000]

Looks like Roscoe likes hanging with the boss. In that kind of weather, what you need to worry about and protect are his paws.

[@robertironside3166]

Almost worth just tarpping it until you get the closed in shop up and a few metal working things in there [small bending brake, sand bag for hammering, bead roller]. lol Fun and affordable at estate sales for projects down the road in life.

[@DieselCreek]

I’d like to get a small brake, maybe an English wheel. I’ve got just about everything else. Thanks for watching!

[@brucewolff]

One word , bonfire !

[@DieselCreek]

Yes! Lots of them coming! Thanks for watching!!

[@BlueDually4x4]

For the wiring in the Autocar I think you might be able to get an entire harness from Painless Wiring. It won't be specific to the truck but will have all the wire and relays for lights and other electrical accessories. As long as its sat, it would probably save you a lot of time and headaches to just yank all the electrical out of the truck and replace it. I love old trucks like that and it would be a fun truck to get up and working again.

[@DieselCreek]

Yes all the wiring is cloth coated and will need replacing. Thanks for watching!!

[@shadythereok]

A set of chocks would be a priority for that truck, just say'n

[@DieselCreek]

Maybe eventually, but right now she ain’t going anywhere without lots of motivation lol thanks for watching!!

[@shadythereok]

@@DieselCreek A set of vintage chocks would be another talking point for when ya stop by the farmers co-op for supplies LoL, I don't think an orange cone was needed for a liability during that era

[@smathet7766]

Painless wiring harnesses are universal.

[@DieselCreek]

There isn’t much wiring to this so if I can’t find something like that that will work I may end up making it... Thanks for watching!

[@fhwolthuis]

I love the patina, if it was my truck I would try to weld up the bottom of the cab and leave the rest as is, only rust proofing it and restore the engine and running gear.

[@DieselCreek]

its too rough for my taste. a good rat rod look but thats not the direction I want for this... Thanks for watching!!!

[@ottoscorch]

Put those old farm implements up on top of the seacans,out of the road,outta sight ,future projects

[@kylederry5031]

Lots of real-estate on the exhaust manifold, throw a turbo on it, some of those old n/a cummins had piston sprayers, so the pistons won't cook, tweak the fuel pump a bit to help out, nice useable power, doesn't have to be a hotrod

[@davidgourdie3691]

Get that red f150 in with the autocar,good farm truck.Definite trailer out of the caravan.

[@DieselCreek]

That 150 is in a lot worse shape than it looked in this video. One of the motor mounts is a dog chain wrapped around the frame, been like that since before I got it haha... she’s not long for the world, trust me! Thanks for watching!!

[@rick3090]

speaking of gravel you could also put road base in there as ive heard will solidify nicely with a good clay content . i have an impound yard with that on it and its nice in the winter, just my 2 cents

[@DieselCreek]

Everything I do I put down geo fabric first then 4 inch rock then 2a cap it packs like concrete Thanks for watching!!