1966 EcoBoost F100 1st Test drive

[@randysrestoration]

I am now doing my 4th 1966 F100/250 EcoBoost Engine Swap. Kinda Wanted to do a GEN3 Coyote 10R80 Swap and actually bought the 2018 Donor F150 but ended up fixing the truck. Since Then I have purchased a 1 of 5 450HP 510TQ Raptor Crate Engines and am Installing it in My 1966 F100 Short Bed along with a 10 Speed Automatic. This will be a Engine Transmission Swap only with maybe adding hidden Cruise Control but truck will maintain stock appearance inside and out.

[@joeg.1119]

Just finish it stop buying engines and restore the truck up

[@randysrestoration]

Only so many hours in a day . . . . .

[@korymanuel7158]

@@randysrestoration man that's awesome I have a 66 Mustang convertible with a 390 making 500 to the wheels

[@mefadon459]

Do you think the raptor Eco boost is better than the gen3 coyote. You do win in the weight category but you lose the v8 sound?

[@dadrummer666]

Are you in Az🏜🤔 I have a 72 ranger it's long bed but it's a 2 owner truck and I would love to update the truck for my pops it's a goal of mine😁

[@philliplancaster5973]

The amount of work put into this truck is just amazing.

[@randysrestoration]

A couple long weekends for sure!

[@rondavenport3031]

Wow! That's cool! I was born in 1966 and I am a Ford owner, 2015 F- 150 with 5.0, you must have countless hours and endless patience to take on a project of this size. Thanks for sharing

[@randysrestoration]

It for sure tried my patience more than a few times . . Working on another now. Would love to do a 5.0 10spd swap. Maybe the next one.

[@quickvicaustin2288]

what a great swap idea and reality. nice to see the pride in workmanship to have everything working as intended. an absolute pleasure to see a time warp like this. keep up the great work!!

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! Stay tuned. Getting close to some more driving video and maybe a couple passes at the strip!

[@SLICKW1993]

Awesome build, I love the new spin on an old classic. The dash swap is a feat in itself.

[@robbygee2539]

Wow! I can appreciate the effort and skill that went into this! I can also apporeciate the 2 wires under the hood of my 67.....

[@randysrestoration]

Robby Gee, LOL! I have a few stock type trucks and not much for wiring! It was a lot of work but soooo worth it. Saved a junker NOBODY else would have restored and turned it into the best driver ever. Safely tow 10,000 lbs, did great on AutoCross, 1/4 Mile or cruising all day long at 80+ mph, Light weight and the large 14" brakes with ABS and the braking was nothing short of Fantastic! Comfortable, Quiet & smooth with great MPG. Pretty hard to beat overall for amt of $$ spent.

[@Wheelman1966]

Great job building this truck! I also have a 1966 F-100. My Dad and a friend of ours and I built it. It sits on a 1996 F-150 Frame. Has a Fuel Injected 302, Power Lumbar bench seat, we grafted in the 1996 firewall and it also has the dash from the '96. Fully operating AC, gauges, etc. It's very dependable and economical. Gets 20+ MPG and the engine and tranny only have 65,000 miles. It was allot of fabrication and work. Took us about 3 years of working on it a couple of days per week. Great job with yours.

[@randysrestoration]

Major UPDATE: EcoBoost Engine Swap 2 Starts today! I have been seeing a lot of comments as to why did you change this or that or not leave that stock. With this truck all the electronics needed to be kept in tact in order for the engine to start & run. I have owned more restored vehicles than I could count. But, For all of the fans here that would be interested in a more stock truck with a 3.5L EcoBoost, That starts today! I have picked up a 2015 EcoBoost Engine, 6R80 automatic. This one will be a 4 wheel drive! 4x2 for starting out and getting truck on road then change to a 4x4. 1) Body and frame will be kept Stock 2) The Interior will be kept stock 3) If you walked around truck, looked inside it will be Stock, Until You looked under the hood! How does that sound for EcoBoost Engine Swap 2? In Favor Raise your hand. SUBSCRIBE!

[@randysrestoration]

At the time I started this project there was not a tuner on planet earth who could have done what you are saying. As far as a standalone system there was only one in the world I could find at a cost of 10-12k. As far as I know Megasquirt still today is not cabable of doing a ecoboost standalone because of the direct injection. By the way this engine was running a year ago. Ford Performance came out with control pack this year but its for Manual transmission only. 4yrs ago I was willing to spend the hours vs 12k I did not have. If you followed the project history You would also know I have another EcoBoost swap in the works. It should be running before end of March. Most likely in just 2 weeks from now. So yes today its possible to change things up, 4 years ago it was not. The only standalone system 3-4 years ago took away the variable cam timing also. A few places tried to make it work like the '51 Ford at Honest Charley's from what I heard it was a flop.

[@thebassplaya34]

+EcoBoost EngineSwap I love it. Are you going to make any changes to the first one with some of the newer technologies available or is it just full speed ahead on the next one?

[@randysrestoration]

EcoProject 1 will have all technology that a new F150 has except for air bags. EcoProject 2 will be complete opposite. 100% Stock appearing. Only enough electronics to make the engine and trans operate as it should. Hoping I can have Eco2 done by end of march. Then full speed on Eco1. I also have another '66 that is getting a 427 SIde Oiler. Owned it 16 years now.

[@randysrestoration]

+kurt gotti , Eco1 will continue to have all the technology avail. Eco2 will pretty much just be a EcoSwap. Goal is to make it stock looking.

[@basidiocarp]

+EcoBoost EngineSwap I know very little about automotive mechanics, but am interested in learning to do the things like you've done in this video. Very good. Sub'd. I have a Ranger and would love an Ecoboost and 4x4 conversion. I even e-mailed Ford's customer care people to tell them what I would like to buy new, the year before Colorado got the Motor Trend, lol. Keep it up!

[@dailydriven9123]

It's so nice to see that there are still true craftsmen left. This is absolutely incredible. I have always said that anything is possible with cars, you just have to have all the skill sets. Top notch sir. I can't say it enough, what you have done here is INCREDIBLE!

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks for the nice comments! Much Appreciated I will be getting back to the 2nd Eco Swap shortly.

[@sfranklin9073]

I owned a red 66 with a 352. This looks like a pain staking project and I take my hat off to you. The coolest part would be to pull up to a parking lot and watch somebody's reaction to the new Ford jingle from the dash coming out of a 66. A head turner.

[@randysrestoration]

scott franklin My dad bought a Red with Red Interior 1966 F100 352 3 in tree back on October 10, 1965. I learned to drive in it that fall. It’s long gone but am building a exact clone of it now except adding a 3spd column factory Overdrive

[@joeuncoolio]

That EcoBoost is one of the finest engines that I have driven. I have looked at so many different vehicles and classic vehicles thinking they would be great with an EcoBoost in them. Great job. Dare to be different.

[@judgejudy7283]

The old engines will always hold a special place in my heart

[@randysrestoration]

Mine too! I still have 3 '66 Trucks with FE engines.

[@randysrestoration]

Update: Make that 5 FE/FT 1966 truck projects currently.

[@emdman1959]

You have outdone yourself, your truck is incredible.

[@randysrestoration]

Trying to out~do this one with 2 others . .

[@armcchargues8623]

You are obviously an amazing fabricator...with a lot of spare time!

[@randysrestoration]

Just a beginner here . . 1st attempt at anything like this.

[@daveh2612]

I'm not a Ford guy and I still love this project. You did an incredible job with this truck!!

[@cliftonwheeler1075]

Brand new 1966/2020 f100 I love it thumbs up

[@randysrestoration]

I have 4 more in progress on 1966 F100/250 trucks. Been a while since I have done a video update.

[@juanloriacastro]

i´ve been following your work and it´s just unbelievable, i have a 1963 f100 and the besth thing i´ve done with it was to put in a mach one engine but what you´re doing is great, congratulations!

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! What year Mach 1 engine did you drop in your '63?

[@madjimms]

MUCH more power and fuel economy, and and easy to diagnose engine problems. awesome swap!

[@randysrestoration]

Yep! That was the idea! Check out the much more refined current swaps!

[@christopherlynn4692]

Excellent job, I'm considering building a 1969 Mustang using the 2.7 ecoboost and trans. Your video is very inspiring. Thanks...........

[@2012Kittens]

I love seeing these types of builds!

[@randysrestoration]

More in process!

[@TheVanderbone]

You do a great job at “resto-modding” where it looks like just an old truck but has some new gear underneath it. Don’t ever stop man it’s the best of both worlds for car/truck guys

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. Still plugging away but being a one man band 90% of time the builds take a long time.

[@renehernandez2447]

What an incredible project that was amazing nice 1966 eco boost ford 👍👌

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks Much!

[@tadred1]

Love it! Keep up the good work! I love the '66 F100 trucks and love seeing this combo!

[@wjcalderonwc]

Simply (but not so simply) beautiful. So-o-o right. Don't stop. Ever. Please.

[@randysrestoration]

No plans to stop until they lower me 6' under . .

[@kargmeister]

I wouldn't be surprised if the CEO of Ford gets notified of your project and has a story created. I can't imagine it already is getting attention not to mention all the questions you'll get asked at car shows. Awesome build, can't wait to see the finished product.

[@randysrestoration]

@Nate Karg, Thanks! Another eco swap nearing completion. Trying to learn what I can as would like to do another full build with new technology like the new PowerBoost! Also very interested in doing a 2020+ 6.7 diesel 10R140 swap and one with new 7.3 Godzilla. I don’t think it would be that difficult using stock PCM.

[@caredneck1]

WOW! Awesome job of fitting everything together. I'm looking to watching it come together.

[@barrymonroy7138]

Am not a Ford fan. But i enjoyed every min of this Video. Bravo!!!!

[@lochnessmonstere3042]

fantastic accomplishment. Looks like quality work and i know from experience with smaller car projects that this must have taken a ton of time an dedication. great work! Thanks for sharing the car with us

[@johnnywrench9669]

Now that is a beautiful build , you definitely have some major talent for a project like that. Hope you have more builds in the future.

[@randysrestoration]

Thank You! I am in process of doing 3 More 1966 F100/250 EcoBoost swaps right now. Work alone as a hobby so it takes a while. More vids up soon. Trying to find someone to teach me how to edit.

[@johnnywrench9669]

@@randysrestoration You did a great job sir, I love how you integrated everything from the Newer truck,dash frame everything... can't wait to see future builds.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks Much! Most of the integration was because of $$. Did not have the $$ to go aftermarket and because of donor those items were free. In the end It was well worth it. Doing a few more now from engine and transmission only to even more options like a loaded 2018-19 Truck would have.

[@sheldonharding2346]

I have a 1962.5 F100 short box uni-body that I want to do this to. I didn't realize how much work was involved until I saw this. Great video!

[@randysrestoration]

I have a 1961 Unibody Short bed custom cab. Just had someone from Canada looking to buy it . . Looks like it will be going to Canada.

[@randysrestoration]

Sheldon Harding Check out my other project with EcoBoost engine/trans swap only. Its no longer a difficult task . .

[@singlespeedman]

You have officially achieved "Badass" status.

[@randysrestoration]

GreaseMonkey X, Thanks! please check out latest swap.

[@btodarent]

great job! Very clean!

[@rxonmymind8362]

There are geniuses and then there are VERY gifted people who have an I can attitude. I'll take the latter any day. Well done.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! Getting old and slow but still playing with cars n trucks. Problem is I can dream them up much faster than building em'

[@georgemcmillan9172]

Excellent attention to detail on this truck man! I am quite sure the finished product will be nothing but stunning...

[@randysrestoration]

Hi George! Thanks! Check out the attention to detail on current build getting very close to b on road

[@simplyeasydiy]

Brought a tear to my eye. Well done Sir.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks!

[@clayz1]

Naaaaaas! High quality work, from old truck, to new truck, to video. Outstanding.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! More updates soon. Huge learning curve on video's. With some friends help will being doing more video soon.

[@PureCountryof91]

now that's something you don't see everyday..

[@Lambo6fo]

Wow can't believe I found this. I love it. new technology mixed with the old. Now that's what I'm talking about. Great job guys, really like the build.

[@randysrestoration]

Lambo6fo, Keep an eye out for more content on new n old. Latest build should be on road within 10 days

[@lannieschafroth6814]

I'm a Chevy guy all the way but this is amazing work. Any make or model from the 50's and 60's would be awesome for this. They don't make them like they used to.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! It for sure tested my ability as this was a first for me to attempt anything like this. Well worth it in the end but there were moments when I wished I had not started project.

[@lannieschafroth6814]

Yes, but at that point you HAVE to finish! Too far in to quit. :)

[@jerseyguy316]

Hey great job on the build! That's something I've got on my bucket list to do!

[@jeffmcfaniel169]

Extraordinary workmanship.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks Much! Subscribe and follow along as 3 More EcoBoost swapped 1966 F100/250 Trucks in process. Most likely be a 4th too unless I go the new 7.3L Gas Engine

[@Texasknowhow]

I'm dreaming of a EcoBoost transplant some time in the future. This gives me encouragement for sure. Nice transplant guys. We lived in the Phoenix/Gilbert/Chandler area for 5 years back in the 90s. This looks familiar with all the cacti and such. I'm building a '67 F100 now, but no such transplant for the engine this time. My thought was to put one in a 80 Series Land Cruiser when the original engine is caput, but so far it's marching on. Nice Video.

[@AkeoT9]

Henry Ford was with you the entire time

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks LOL! I think ole' Henry must have helped me make all the electronics work!

[@dyer2cycle]

..nope, old Henry would have been kicking all the way...he liked things SIMPLE, no frills..that's why he wanted to keep making the Model T so long...he's probably turning over in his grave over the complexity of the vehicles now bearing his name...all the others, too...

[@davidjohnson8474]

I'm so happy to find someone doing this! I want to put this setup in my 70 Mach 1 and turn up the boost

[@randysrestoration]

+David Johnson , That swap can now be done! If I still owned my '70 Boss 302 it would have a EcoBoost

[@davidjohnson8474]

Sweet

[@esqueue]

Really wanted to give this a thumbs up but that doesn't matter. The title of this video does absolutely no justice for the amount of work done here. Great job.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! Continued work in progress. Currently trying to get Eco2 on the road for its maiden voyage. Less than 30 days to get that done.

[@yeanah2571]

That is so cool. As a huge fan of the new F150s, this is that much better. Just swapping the motor would be cool enough, but the electronics/dash/sensors is even better. Good luck with your project, definitely want to see the finished product

[@RonKris]

Real skills there.. Good job.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks Much! Kicking around the idea of doing the new 7.3 gas with HD 10R140 in the next one!

[@robertjohnson4784]

I commend you for the engine swap. I consider myself a car guy and have done several builds in my lifetime and I can most definitely tell you the amount of hours time and thought process you've gone through it's pretty awesome I'm sure there's times you were pulling your hair out but you made it through I love the engine swap and the way the truck came out congrats great job

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! Many times during build felt like quitting but still plugging along . . Very high level of stress and starting another EcoBoost swap did not help! Thanks for viewing.

[@TheAyrCaveShop]

Nicely done ! My first vehicle was a 1966 F250, love that styling.

[@randysrestoration]

I have 5 more 1966 F100/250 trucks floating around here if you want another! Just take your pick which engine. A stock 352, 427 FE, 3.5 EcoBoost or a 2.7 EcoBoost 4x4. Last one no engine (yet) could be a 5.0 Coyote 10spd. Enough parts around for that 6th other truck.

[@roberthersey3621]

nice clean job.. i have been restoring cars all my life and i have to say that is a nice clean build.. but i would rather have the bus next to the shop..

[@randysrestoration]

"BUS" belongs to a friend who is storing it here. 30k miles. But, I would keep the truck over it any day . . .

[@matthewskaggs3792]

the fact you swapped over not just the motor but the majority of the f150 my hats off to you.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks Matthew! I would love to do another with same or even more options to keep up with current late model trucks! What do you think of another version but with the new PowerBoost? Still wanting to do a 2020+ 6.7 PowerStroke swap too.

[@kevinnelson9588]

I think everyone needs to see this for what it is. He didn't take a nice old f100 and make it modern. He took a clapped put f100 and put a new f150 under it. the old truck was probably a year from being crushed. Plus, it is his build. You didn't commission it or pay for it. I think it is damn nice. I have a 94 f150 with a 302. I just replaced the engine in it. I plan on passing it down to my son. They just don't have as much character anymore.

[@randysrestoration]

It was days from being sold for scrap. I paid scrap price.

[@kevinnelson9588]

EcoBoost EngineSwap Awesome deal. Thanks for saving some history. I think this is a great build.

[@spudrubble]

I appreciate the morphing even with adding the new truck inside the shell of the old. Great work. Cant wait to see build 2

[@randysrestoration]

+spudrubble , I have been sick for entire past week. Eco2 got off to a great start the first week, now has stalled for week 2.

[@bobarnold319]

wow! huge amazing project. way beyond me but simply awesome

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks Bob! Someone had to do it! Really wanting to do another but even more off the charts! In the long run it is so much cheaper than a stock type restoration. My first love is nut n bolt original type restorations but it has gotten far too expensive. I do have in process a all original '66 F100 Ranger and a slightly modded 1966 F250 Ranger but these late model drivetrains in older trucks I like a lot too.

[@Sinister_Reaper]

im more of a traditional classic guy but this to me is amazing that you know so much about the electronics of all these new engines and transmissions lol i only do carbureted engines but im glad to see the old body going down the road instead of a new model even if its all new equipment

[@jimmyhicks5926]

Killer truck I love it I kinda did the same thing with a 69 and a 98 F 150 Lightning I basically just cut the frame of the 98 down a little bit to put the short wheelbase 69 body on it and I incorporated the dash and the seats and stuff

[@randysrestoration]

Was that the red one? You mean '99?

[@ryanp2502]

I'm impressed! Keep up the great work!! I look forward to seeing more.

[@randysrestoration]

Making progress on the swap. At this point I am making mods needed to fit the box on truck, a bit of a traction issue with no weight in the back!

[@ianferreiraian]

Congratulations. Good taste on the choice and design quality. It's a pleasure to see.

[@randysrestoration]

Glad you like it!

[@tonydunn7134]

You know if you got anything negative to say about this AWESOME PRODUCTION IDEAL PROJECT JUST KEEP IT TO YOURSELF SO THE REST OF US DON'T KNOW THAT ALL OF YOUR TASTE IS IN YOUR MOUTH THIS NOT ONLY CO BUT ABSOLUTELY GENUS

[@randysrestoration]

@Tony Dunn, Thanks for the comment and stopping by! Have had some serious health issues kinda slowing me down but still tinker when I can.

[@ih1206]

Pretty cool swap and I'm not even a ford guy. I like seeing these kinds of swaps. I think I could manage stuffing hat engine in the truck, but wiring gives me nightmares! Hats off to you for pulling it off.

[@robertsteele4188]

Sometime just wrenching and learn as you go with making mistakes or not don't give up that's how I learn. Great job

[@randysrestoration]

My first attempt at anything like it so it was quite the learning curve! When I look back there would be very little I would change. 2 other EcoSwaps now in process. Being a one man band things take a long time.

[@klr650ryder]

I had a 1966 Mercury, same truck. Wish I still had it! Nice project!

[@randysrestoration]

Would love to have a '66 Mercury truck!

[@lukereinhart5387]

Super impressive build, well done

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks much Luke! Huge learning curve and most stuff above my paygrade but I managed somehow! Check out current build

[@grantw.whitwam9948]

Amazing, so much skill & work.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks Grant! Couple more before I hang up the tool belt . . 2 others well on the way then its DRIVE time vs Work Time. Only getting a couple hours here a couple hours there.

[@gadawgs8101]

I wasnt ready for the video to end lol damn good job

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! A lot more ecoboost swap/builds coming up soon!

[@ScoutPL]

Very interesting. I built a 66 F100, put it on a 93 Dodge Cummins turbo diesel dually frame. I cut the firewall and floor out of the dodge, just like he did here. great build.

[@randysrestoration]

Sounds like a cool swap! Do you have any build photo's? Do you still own it?

[@SophiaAphrodite]

$300 for such a straight truck is a great deal. even if it needed everything else

[@randysrestoration]

That was a smokin' deal on truck! Too bad one does not get that lucky all the time! Sure glad I made a trip to Home Depot that day as it was sitting on major road across from the Local home depot with 30k plus cars traveling by each day.

[@robschaffer2189]

awesome. Ive been following this build off and on on GarageJournal. I work in VEV for Ford... thanks for keeping it Ford! Thinking of a 2.0 in a '57 Consul. 300 streetable horsepower at usable rpm in a 15-1600lb car.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks for the reply! Any pics of your project?

[@robschaffer2189]

EcoBoost EngineSwap - still just a thought and dream, but we sell - through Ford Performance - a "crate" kit with a stand-alone processor and choice of tune... I will definitely post to GJ if I start.

[@randysrestoration]

Look forward to seeing it! I would like to do a 2.0, 2.3 or 2.7 swap into something. 2.3 in a very very light car that was AWD would be fun. Kind of like the one Ford did with the 1.0 Eco

[@randysrestoration]

Formula ford style

[@nobodyspecial313]

I would have been impressed with just the driveline swap, but you even fit the F150 interior! Great project overall! The stock F150 wheels don't quite agree with the classic F100 lines, though

[@randysrestoration]

+Sir Mutton Chops , The stock wheels now on the truck are strictly for testing purposes to make sure all works. Once the Box is finished and painted it will have a proper looking more stock looking wheel. I think the 18" wheels are also a bit large but they have to be a minimum of 18" to clear the large brakes. more in store keep checking back! Hint: Wheels are being custom made.

[@aaronmonke6825]

Lots of modern swaps into old chassis require the dash for obd2 ports and is much cheaper then going after market, harness modules and ports are all ready from the donnar car so use what you got, swapping something in the factory never designed it for is hard, simple shit you over look ends up not fitting and needs fabrication, using as much factory components makes it all easier then trying to go aftermarket. you know the factory components will fit and work as opposed to universal hardware that might need bugs worked out.

[@ucnhtmenow1]

Love the build. I had a 98 cobra and a built fox body I had burn down in a garage fire. Luckily my motor was in the shop at the time and I ended up finding an 03 cobra roller for $4300. Sometimes shyt happens for a reason.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! In 1996 I bought a new Ranger and swapped in a supercharged 5.0 that was one fun truck to drive. I was a insurance adjuster at the time and the E303 cam had the shop techs wanting to look underhood!

[@hamzaamir7126]

Great you have a beautiful old classic truck with a computerized V6......

[@randysrestoration]

Thank You! Doing a couple more with even more power! Current daily driver 1966 F100 Short bed hoping to have 550 RWHP and around 3600 lbs. With a 10spd auto it should be quite fun.

[@bingchu6007]

Excellent work, glad you gave a classic a new and improved life.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks Much!

[@MrWrenchworks]

After all the work you did on this truck, you should rename it EGO-boost! Nice job!

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! Big brother out of cage soon

[@demon12792]

found this truck on the forums. glad a found videos. great job. when more custom swap parts come around, I plan on transplanting one into my 96 ranger

[@randysrestoration]

+Michaels_World , You can now buy the engine swap harness from Ford Performance for the 3.5L EcoSwap. Drop it in using a 5 or 6 spd transmission. I bought a '96 Ranger new In January of 1996 swapped in a SuperCharged 5.0. A pretty fast truck back in its day.

[@demon12792]

+EcoBoost EngineSwap I can imagine. I had a 5.0 to put in mine when the 3.0 died. engine got scrapped cause I left it at a friends. now I'm looking into building a ranger sized f150. all the towing capability smaller truck.

[@4dscdriver]

Thumbs up for a unique project

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! A dare to be different for sure.

[@greg657]

nice work . couldn't have picked a better choice of truck.love those 66 fords

[@sambo9855]

I'm all for putting a modern drive train under an old truck but that retro interior is just too beautiful to me to replace with anything else. At the same time it's very impressive you were able to do it and of course the old interior might have been in poor shape for all I know.

[@randysrestoration]

It was all about doing it myself on a total budget. I used the seats from donor. Since I used cab floor from donor it was much easier too. Cost to properly restore a 1966 seat is 750-1000.00. I currently have (7) Different 1966 Trucks. 3 of them will have FE v-8's no fun in having them all the same.

[@sambo9855]

I hear ya man, awesome job though.

[@randysrestoration]

Sam bo, I am doing another 1966 F250 Swap this time a factory Ranger (bucket seats) and the interior will be like it left factory all stock except for actual gauges. It will maintain stock cluster portion

[@sambo9855]

@@randysrestoration can't wait to see it! : )

[@Gmtail]

I friggen stress when I have to change my brakes and the oil on my day off, lol.. I wish I had this kind of motivation.. Well done

[@waden404]

Outstanding. Good job

[@randysrestoration]

Thank you very much!

[@peterincgy]

wow, amazing amount of work, planning and hoping!

[@jvidalw]

what did you do, exactly? You put the new engine on the old truck or you put the old truck's body over the chassis of the new one?

[@randysrestoration]

I bought a 1966 F250 for 300.00 that was destined for the scrap yard, bought a donor truck with 6430 miles on it. I then bought a new frame from Ford and used all donor truck suspension steering brakes and full electronics. I took the floor and quiet steel firewall from the donor truck and installed it into the '66 Cab, I also installed the complete dash and interior from the donor truck. I wanted something as reliable as a new truck but with looks of the old. This was all done on a very very limited budget. I was able to sell enough parts left over to pay for well over 50% of the donor truck. I also purchased a new box/bed floor for a 2013-14 F150 and installed it into the '66 box raising the floor 6" so I could lower body down over frame to make it appear lower yet have full suspension travel as in a new truck. The donor truck floor was also raised to allow cab to sit lower on frame. The truck was a 129" Wheel Base the closest Wheel Base frame I could buy was 126" so I moved the cab forward 1" to better center the front tires in wheel openings then took off 2" from front of box to get proper wheel base. I used full electronics from donor so I had electronic steering, Full ABS brakes, Trailer sway control, anti roll, anti-skid, Satellite Radio, Cruise, Sync etc. Absolutely fantastic truck to drive. Put on 11,000 miles in the first few months of it being on road. I had less than 25% of what it would have cost to buy a new truck and had something that would not depreciate. That's the basic story. Lots of video's for more details.

[@jvidalw]

Wow! it's quite the Frankenstein :-) I thought it was an F-350, at least that's what it looks like in the video.

[@bigheadedmartian]

Awesome job guys,-

[@williamsanders468]

You got a 1966 F100 for 300$ I’m jealous

[@randysrestoration]

Since then bought 2 more. 400.00 1966 F100 4x4 for 600.00 plus another but a bunch more $$. Those days are about over now unless one gets very lucky. Problem is if I fix them up I never get my money back. Sounds cheap but in the long run not worth it until the values rise on nice done ones. Good thing its just a hobby! A very expensive hobby.

[@williamsanders468]

A very expensive hobby indeed!

[@williamsanders468]

EcoBoost EngineSwap what I really what is a 70s Bronco!

[@randysrestoration]

they are out there! A week ago I saw a lot full of them. Must have been 50 of them minimum. Did not ask if any were for sale. Some were just parts some were complete. Have a relative who wants to fix his bronco it was bumped in front way back in 1972. (its a 1966) Sitting ever since.

[@williamsanders468]

EcoBoost EngineSwap is the cab of it messed up?

[@timcombs7646]

Awesome start. I found this vid while researching a 3.5 ecoboost swap into a 2006 Ranger. Yours is much less expensive than mine, but wow, great results.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! Check out the 2nd Eco Swap called Eco2. Another 1966 F250 but with a 2015 3.5 Eco. Engine and trans swap only. Keeping rest of truck stock. Am adding 2017 F250 wheels because of cheap cost but will keep the original wheels too depending on what show or use is. Interior and exterior will appear stock.

[@olivermarrinan1571]

EcoBoost EngineSwap chucke2009

[@25aspooner]

A 460 ecoboost seems like a great idea

[@randysrestoration]

Doing a 540" EcoBoost now . .

[@loose-arrow-garage]

Very nice. I admire your skill and dedication!

[@randysrestoration]

Thank You! Still tinkering and hoping latest will be on road very soon

[@trentonharris5521]

Nice job, it looks like it was born there. You got the dash looking good also. Gotta sub now so I can follow the progress.

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! It was a roller coaster ride getting it all to work but well worth it in the end! Eco2 the other 1966 F250 this one a Ranger (factory bucket seats) Is up next. The chassis is complete hoping to start on Body/Paint by November 1st. Its opposite of this one. It will be 3.5 Eco and 6R80 Swap only keeping everything else stock 1966 with exception of a nice front brake upgrade. Also keeping the Dana 60 rear but upgraded it to current year standards. Trying to finish up on my 427 FE powered '66 F100 now. Have owned it going on 19 yrs its high time I finish it.

[@trentonharris5521]

Can't wait to see the 427 come to life. 👍 I'll be watching.

[@randysrestoration]

There is video of it running driving but will not be on road until I get the box n gate painted. Stay tuned! As soon as its on road I will be doing a 2.7 swap then on to Eco2. Hoping to still do a 5.0 10 spd before I retire and hang up the tool belt.

[@trentonharris5521]

@@randysrestoration will do. Fixing to binge watch now that I'm settled for the night. I have an 08 Ranger that I would love to do a 3.5 swap in. I think I may have corrupted him in on my train of thought. He will get the truck next year, and wants to do it as well.

[@brendanodonnell6419]

impressive swap, thanks for sharing your dream. you're talented.

[@HaydanTitus]

$300!!!! Just one fender is worth $300 here

[@randysrestoration]

I have paid 300.00 for just a fender! Hoods even more . .

[@ChapsUnlimited]

That was absolutely amazing!! I love the whole concept!

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks! It all started out with very limited funds. Fraction of the cost with starting with a 5.0 then adding all the options I wanted. Every other Ford build out there has the 5.0 swap. Dare to be different I guess.

[@Firebird-ru7je]

loved the truck my question is why use the modern dash instead of just fabricating the old dash to fit the new speedometer

[@randysrestoration]

A few reasons. I used the HVAC along with all electronics from the Donor F150. Goal was to have Trailer Sway Control, Anti Roll, Anti Skid, Full Traction Control, Sync etc all working. But the biggie was using the Huge HVAC system. I simply did not have the funds to start buying aftermarket systems. The truck also has EPAS so I had to use the Donor F150 column. I chose to use what I had avail at no cost. The column has a sensor that works with the control for veh YAW. Hill decent etc. My 2nd Eco '66 Truck will use stock dash with a custom Dakota Digital Gauge package that will fit the stock cluster. I also have a 2015 cluster that could easily be fitted to '66 dash opening. (Eco 2)

[@randysrestoration]

I want one of my trucks to have all the creature comforts! Complete late model interior including dash, seats, carpet, stereo. It would have been way out of my price range to add any of that aftermarket. Kind of a attempt to do it on the cheap but still make it all fit well. I can have 3 done very nice '66 trucks for the cost of a new one. Or, Build 2 for the amount of depreciation a new one would have in a couple years time. Eco 2 will be on even a tighter budget but still should be nice enough.

[@randysrestoration]

I missed saying it also has working PATS. Which at the time I had truck running there was no way to turn it off. Since then of course for a few $$ one can turn off PATS. Even Eco 2 having a 2015 3.5 eco has PATS. That was much more difficult to make work. Since I have gotten it running now PATS can be turned off on the 2015 too. At the time it was not a option.

[@Firebird-ru7je]

EcoBoost EngineSwap ok cool thanks for the reply enjoy the truck also I would recommend putting an f150 suspension under it

[@randysrestoration]

It already has a full late model F150 suspension under it. 2011-14 Front and rear.

[@izzymorgan2461]

Man, I watched the beginning of this build like 4 years ago. I'm glad to see it finished.

[@randysrestoration]

It's been a while no doubt! One man bands busier than a one armed paper hanger but more good stuff soon!

[@quincyfoster9344]

Ur a true ford guy. N im sayin thanks for using a ford motor. N not sum shitty ls or cunming. Ford baby

[@randysrestoration]

Go Ford! I always go Ford in a Ford!

[@Ballenxj]

Very COOL! I will have to check out part two now. Thumb up.

[@randysrestoration]

Have you checked out latest builds? Have you seen this one on the road?

[@benzproducts]

That's a nice project truck, hope the Eco-boost lasts, a crate motor v8 would be my choice for reliability..

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks for the comment! I built the entire truck for less than what it would have cost to drop in a 5.0 Crate engine. 300.00 for truck and 3250.00 for a 6000 mile donor truck less 1500-2000 in parts sold from donor truck. My daily driver now is a '18 F150 Gen3 Coyote would love to do a swap with one into one of my other '66 Trucks but time & $ not to mention the energy needed.

[@jeffreyallen3796]

Sweet build!

[@gustavotibaldi7651]

Muy Bueno!!!! Saludos desde Argentina.

[@randysrestoration]

Greetings from Arizona! Thanks for stopping by . .

[@numinous4789]

Cool vid. I especially appreciate the ingenuity, time, and patience to adapt the new parts to the old truck. Strange music, though.

[@randysrestoration]

Music was done as a joke not thinking it would get many views . .

[@randysrestoration]

I do not have a SINGLE tune on my iphone or desktop computer. I only listen to Turbo's & Tailpipes . . I think from here on in I will leave the music out then one can just put in the proper tune on their own!

[@numinous4789]

EcoBoost EngineSwap One's exhaust note is the best soundtrack ;-D

[@randysrestoration]

listen to the exhaust note of my current build . .

[@stevew6910]

Very cool idea, man that is a lot of work, but i rekon it keeps you out of trouble

[@randysrestoration]

Thanks much Steve! It can get pretty stressful at times wondering where next $ will come from and also where the time & energy come from while trying to keep health issues in check. Keep an eye out for more video upcoming with a huge variation in type of truck.