1978 Ford F600 4x4: Tire Swap and Hose Repair

[@adamstainker5411]

I'm glad you explained the left-handed lugs because that was bothering the hell out of me I saw you were going the wrong way and it was bothering my soul and then you said there was left handed lugs and the anxiety melted away.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

LOL! 😂 I'm glad you enjoyed the video Adam. I really appreciate the kind comment as well. Hope to catch you next time 🔧🔩

[@megamannn8527]

Thanks for your hard work and sharing your day. 👍JC sent me 👍

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thank you for checking my channel out 🙂👍 I really appreciate that

[@HaventHeard307]

Truck looks 100%better, thax

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks Billy! :)

[@lonnyjaw]

Brother Zane, I like that old Dodge Power Ram you got there. The farmers around here like those. All beat up but they're still being used. Love your series!

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thank you for the kind words 🙂👍 I truly appreciate that. Thanks for stopping by

[@crdcontractingllc1771]

Nice video! I have 2 of these, a ‘73 and a 76’ both 4x4. Great trucks and always fun to see others who appreciate them as well! Still use my ‘73 with a crane on it for rolling roof trusses on barns we build.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Oh! 😀 Now *that* is awesome! These medium duty 4x4s are something else! Thank for the view and the kind comment. I appreciate that my friend 🙂👍 Glad to hear you still put the rigs to work! Take care 🔧

[@weldernotmechanic8588]

Hell ya some American ingenuity

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the support! :) I really appreciate that

[@randysnail6293]

Great video, love the truck. Looked good with the big tyres, more practical I’m sure with the proper size. Anyone else think the commentary was done by a young Clint Eastwood? Well do ya, punk?

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Now THAT is a compliment Randy! :) lol. Thanks for the view and kind words my friend

[@seanmccarthy3660]

Keep it up ! Love all the big kid toys awesome projects to fix and enjoy

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks Sean! 🙂👍 much appreciated my friend

[@donaldfranklin5391]

Very awesome video

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks Donald! 🙂👍 I appreciate the kind words

[@coreysworld433]

This channel is going to do well

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thank you Corey! 🙂👍 I appreciate the kind words

[@3rdcoastobs467]

Holy smokes Zane! This F-600 series is blowing up man! It looks like the views skyrocketed and your subs jumped like 100 people, Congratulations brother!

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks James! 😀 I'm not sure how it happened but I think people are liking this truck! 😀👍

[@JeronWhite]

Great truck

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the view and kind comment 🙂👍 It's a beast

[@gearhead9943]

Man what a cool truck. We really need some cold starts inside the cab showing us the procedure on this and your other projects.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Will do my friend! 😉👍 appreciate the view and kind comment

[@3rdcoastobs467]

Well I tell you what that’s the best jack you could’ve asked for to lift that massive truck up 😂, you made it look easy! Man those tires had to weigh a ton, I don’t envy you having to move those suckers by yourself! Great video brother!

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks James! 😀 oh yeah, those tires have me sore 🤕 lol.

[@evanwhitehouse2148]

Just stumbled across your channel. Keep up the good work dude

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the view and kind comment! 🙂👍 I really appreciate that

[@nathanwoten6236]

Dang that ol girl gas some awsome articulation lol. A while lot more than i would of expected out of those old leaf pack on a 2 ton truck

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Yeah, it flexes quite a bit lol. Thanks Nathan! :)

[@beardedscrapper538]

Love the jack lol. Awesome truck. Definitely gonna subscribe so I can follow the progress on this sweet machine!!

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

LOL the jack comes in handy! I appreciate the support and kind words :)

[@bill2001]

this is an awesome truck and an awesome channel. keep up the good work.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thank you! :) I really appreciate the kind words

[@justinchurch2366]

The truck went from Hulk to Dr Banner.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

😂😂 now THAT is a good one! 😃👍 thanks for the funny comment Justin! 🙂

[@JohnSmith-lw2bm]

You need to find a pressure washer for the exterior of the cab. Blast the mold and dirt off. It would look 1000% better.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Soon! 😉

[@brianmaynard7320]

Looking good Zane!! Don't let one of those tires fall on ya!! Lol Be safe my friend!! Can't wait to see the Willys run!

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks Brian! Appreciate it buddy 😀👍 one of those tires would hurt! 🤕🤣. Hopefully the Jeep will run soon. Take care 🙂

[@johndowe7003]

guy i knew broke his neck with those type of tires, they were off a five ton and he fell with the tire and snapped his neck, couldnt walk for two years..

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

@@johndowe7003 that's some scary stuff 😲

[@johndowe7003]

@@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE yeah man, the guy was in good shape and everything just a freak accident i guess. his wife left him and he was bedridden for about 3 years, f'd up his whole life.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

@@johndowe7003 dang, that's sad. Glad he's better now 🙂👍

[@donwarner6925]

This thing is amazing. I need something just like it. Put it to work!

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the view and kind comment Don! :)

[@tinoswrld]

cool truck my dad has a 1980 something ford f700 bucket truck

[@Chickenman62]

you make very good videos a natural !

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thank you Dale :) I really appreciate the kind words

[@donellmuniz590]

You asked about the difference between a 390 and 391. As I recall, all 361 and 391 FTs (vs FE) had forged cranks. But the front snout on the crank was bigger in diameter, since hydraulic pumps and things were driven off it. To use it in an FE car or truck app, the snout has to be turned down to FE size to fit a regular damper and pulleys. There may have been intake manifold differences as well.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the view and information 🙂👍

[@mohabatkhanmalak1161]

The truck already looks good with the tyres change, and should drive and handle better. It also pays to dig into a manual (or internet) to find out the original manufacturers tyres spec, as this can come handy for fuel consumption, handling etc.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

That's true! Thanks 🙂 I appreciate the view and comment 😃👍

[@jeffreymurdock8366]

It could affect the mileage even more if they changed gear ratios on it as well.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

@@jeffreymurdock8366 that's true! 🙂👍

[@stephenlamphier1141]

Cool truck

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the view and kind comment Stephen! :)

[@mountainviewturning5319]

Very nice video 👍

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thank you! 🙂👍 I really appreciate the view and kind comment

[@christinamoneyhan5688]

Look at the end of the wheel stud ,they used to stamp an L in them. Let you know it was left hand threads.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks! 😃 I found that out after lol 😂 they were rusted up and I could barely read them. I appreciate the view and kind words 🙂👍

[@MrForthegame]

Liked and subbed, sweet truck.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thank you! 🙂👍 I really appreciate that

[@jeffreymurdock8366]

Gonna have some 8 lug 16.5 inch wheels available soon. Coming off my 80 f350.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Nice! :) Thanks for the view

[@AlaskanGuyInCali]

Currently looking at buying one of these. Can’t seem to find any info on the front axle. You happen to know what it is? And or gearing options? Thanks! Great channel.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the kind words 🙂👍 I've seen quite a few of these trucks for sale recently on marketplace. Most times it seems they are listed as just regular "F600's" and not "F600 4x4's." I lucked out with mine and found it for sale locally. These axles are just your typical Rockwell's found in military trucks. Ton-and-a-half trucks to be exact. The 5-ton's have heavier duty "top loader" axles if I remember correctly. The axles are geared low as well. I think the top speed of those deuce and a half's are 50ish MPH 🔧🔩

[@Ramon.Santiago]

Right before you explained the driver side threads, I was like "how the hell are you breaking the lug nuts loose???"

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Lol 😂. Thanks for the view and comment!

[@Ramon.Santiago]

@@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE of course man, also you got another subscriber! This is definitely gonna be a cool series

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

@@Ramon.Santiago thanks for subscribing! 😃👍 I really appreciate that

[@johndowe7003]

invest in some magnetic lights for better lighting when working on shit, i know its a major pain in the ass trying to film stuff like tht but its worth the effort

[@richardbates2367]

That's one job harbor freight Pittsburgh mini pick set would be useful for lol

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

That's very true Richard! 🙂👍 Thanks for swinging by and take care 🔧

[@70centurian]

Directional mud/snow tires. (If Ur gonna keep em on there.) The normal tires look Great.....Like the channel

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the view and comment 🙂👍 I really appreciate it

[@sparksfireandbalingwire8467]

That looks much better, dont look like a giant tonka truck a more! I'm surprised that "new" of truck still used left hand threads on the studs

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks Jason! I'm surprised about that too 🤔 kinda threw me for a loop. Lol

[@badgerbob2226]

I had a 1/2 hose made 48 inch long for my fork lift, it cost me $ 80.00 what a rip. keep your hands washed and keep sake.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Ouch! That's no fun Badger Bob! They sure are proud of those hoses at the parts stores. Thanks as always for your comment my friend! 🙂👍 keep your hands washed also and be safe! 😀

[@ydocproductions5593]

I think it’s strange how the manufacturer used left hand threads on the drivers side. I’ve never seen that before, and I’m cut to why they did it.🤷🏼‍♂️ Looking forward to see the first start on the Jeep Zane!👍😃

[@sparksfireandbalingwire8467]

Cody, it's pretty much a mystery, but one of the better theories I've heard was that way back when the factories used overhead line shafts to power the tools they needed left hand threads for the tools to be able to tighten them on the assembly line. My convertible has left hand threads on the drivers side. Chrysler used them up until 1970.

[@ydocproductions5593]

Sparks Fire and Baling Wire That’s really I interesting! 👍Never heard of that before.

[@sparksfireandbalingwire8467]

@@ydocproductions5593 The other one I heard that makes more sense, is that it's a carryover from the days when the wheels were held on with just a single big nut in the middle. They were left handed on the drivers side so they wouldn't work loose as the vehicle was driving. Then when they switched to lug nuts holding the wheels on, they just kept it left hand thread because that's what everybody was used to.

[@ydocproductions5593]

Sparks Fire and Baling Wire That makes sense that someone had the idea to keep everything the same like it was on the single nut but just adding more wheel studs. It’s funny how vehicle have changed over time.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks Cody! 😀👍 kinda weird. I guess they thought they would get loose spinning that direction lol

[@andrewavvenire116]

I have the same truck. 4x4 as well. Not quit as good of condition, but they are fun.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Awesome Andrew! 😀👍 thanks for the view and kind comment

[@nuttwg6521]

You should run duals on the rear

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

The singles are just on there for the time being 🙂👍 it will get duals on the back when its finished. Thanks for the view and comment. Take care and happy wrenching 🔧

[@mattteee2973]

What size were the tyres that came off? I've got the same type in 9.00x16 on my Land Rover and can only just lift them onto the studs. Yours must be impossible to lift!

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

They were HEAVY lol. I will have to check the tire size. :) I may show how cracked the rubber is. Thanks for the view :)

[@THOMAS01ify]

How is that ram hooked up to a 1978 Ford f 600 I'm assuming its plummrdb directly to the steering box or is thier a pump and valve body in between the 2 .?

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

One side feeds into the steering box and the other goes to the pump 👍🙂

[@ralfie8801]

Those military Michelins looked pretty good on there in my opinion. It’s too bad they don’t suit your needs. The only way those could have looked better to me is if it had duals in that size on the rear.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Duals on the rear would have looked awesome! 😃👍

[@ralfie8801]

HODGE_PODGE_DODGE_GARAGE And way cool too!

[@om617yota8]

Duct tape makes a good reducer to hook a shop vac up to a small fuel line or vacuum line to pull debris out of small spaces.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks! 🙂👍 I've gone that route before. It comes in handy. I appreciate the view and comment

[@davidconklin5579]

The truck looks so much better stock it would be awesome to be a stock looking rollback and a Cummings swap would be awesome to and probably won't be hard to get the stock transmission will hook up

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks David :) I appreciate the view and kind comment

[@danvanhoose6783]

New tires looked like Goodyear sure grips.good tires.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the view and kind comment Dan! Yeah, they have some deep aggressive tread 😂 that's for sure 👍

[@johndowe7003]

are they still made? where could i buy em? i looked online but couldnt find any info, im guessing theyre not produced anymore?

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

@@johndowe7003 I dont think they're made anymore. There are some out there still, just kinda scarce

[@88yellowjacket]

Those lug nuts loosen by spinning to the right? (Just saw what you said there...)

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the view! 🙂👍

[@carlthor91]

Use a 4 foot bar to help lift the tires, next time. Cheers guys

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the suggestion Carl :) Next time for sure

[@caseywilliams4541]

Why take those badass tires off?

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

They are dry rotted pretty badly :(. I also have smaller mud tires to swap back on when i'm close to finishing the truck. Thanks for the view :)

[@Cris_carman]

one other big problem about those is that the fact they have a single master cylinder

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

You're 100% correct about that Cris! 😬 These trucks have a weak breaking system compared to todays standards. Thanks for the view and comment. Take care and be safe 🔧🔩

[@dougshadrick3653]

It is a 13/16 four point and is also left-handed thread on the driver side on the rear you won't find a socket that are fitted I'm telling you if it takes a special symbol socket to get them thimbles off

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks Doug! 🙂👍 I had a 13/16 8 point. It was a Bluepoint socket made for lugs. Got it at a flea market 🤣. Luckily they wernt on there very tight lol

[@dougshadrick3653]

Thanks man I wasn't trying to be a smart-ass I just worked on 18-wheelers a long time and I I seen the symbols when you showing you taking the back tires off and they aren't easy to round off with a six or eight point but I just trying to give you a little advice man I like your I like your videos and your channel

[@dougshadrick3653]

My phone is saying symbols but I mean thimbles

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

@@dougshadrick3653 dont worry 🙂👍 I didnt think you were being a smart ass. I appreciate the input my friend

[@allaboutgears98]

Hey man love the videos hey how long is the bed on that truck

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks Blake! 🙂👍 the flatbed is 8ft

[@Military-Museum-LP]

This truck would be a good swap for a 12 valve Cummins

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Maybe later on down the road! 🤫😉

[@HaventHeard307]

Cat

[@ultrafarmer3069]

European trucks are similar with lefthanded threads on one side

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Hmm..that's weird lol. Thanks for the view and comment :)

[@oldcroneysgarage9739]

Is it bad when the mud tires are almost bigger than you are? Lol

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Its definitely bad on my back, that's for sure!! 😂 Those puppy's were *HEAVY* 😓

[@ianburit3705]

The best tool for getting debris out of that ram fitting is a vacuum cleaner, a good one will suck the ram dry..

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the view and kind comment Ian. 🙂👍 I would have used mine but I hate dragging extension cords out 🤣

[@ianburit3705]

@@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE I have seen battery powered ones used, but, everything has a price to pay.. But, your doing a good job explaining as you go "young Man"..lol I`m 72 years old and still learning here in Coastal North Essex UK..Hope you and family are OK, stay safe, stay motivated during this crazy times eh.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

@@ianburit3705 thanks my friend. Stay safe your way also 🙂👍

[@danieldavis5242]

I'll buy the F600 4x4 with the bigger or smaller tires

[@danieldavis5242]

I daily drive a F450 v10 Triton dulley get about 8 miles a gallon

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Those Ford v10's are powerhouses. I will admit it. Good engines. I hauled construction materials with one for 9 years. Got 8mpgs. Loaded or unloaded lol :)

[@danieldavis5242]

Yeah I hate it because only 2wd but for being a F450 v10 5 speed manual I use it daily pulls my goose neck trailer when going mud blogging with the Chevy k20 mud truck was looking for a 1978 bronco but hard to find around where I live

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

@@danieldavis5242 oh yeah, I bet it pulls a trailer good! 🙂👍 blazers are cool, I would like an older bronco myself 🙂

[@mikesmith-po8nd]

You should weigh one of those tires you took off.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

I should! 😂 they were *heavy* lol. Thanks for the view and kind comment Mike! 🙂

[@ianburit3705]

@@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE hi, to me them tyres look like army type tread, and size too, but, if you dont need them them a good wheel swop.

[@americaninfidel9001]

If it is for sale let me know

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the view and comment Burt, but I'm going to hold onto this truck. 🙂👍

[@donaldsimpson3481]

I know dodge had the left handed threads

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks Donald! :) I noticed that on a few older dodges of mine. I appreciate the view and kind comment

[@brandonbarthel8377]

So does my 68’ m-35a2

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

@@brandonbarthel8377 thanks for the view 🙂👍

[@andrewhoggett8148]

better go do some work on my s3 land rover get it going

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Awesome Andrew! 🙂👍 go turn some wrenches my friend

[@fhagerber4079]

Make a video of you cleaning your yard

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

lol

[@WesleyJohnsonMI]

Let me know if you want the part number to some Selectro locking hubs for that truck. Just need the shaft diameter & spline count. Also, Sam Winer motors in Akron, OH can get parts for that Braden winch. Looks better without those 14.00r20 tires on it! Regular & super single M35A2/M35A3 wheels will fit on it too.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks Wesley! I was wondering if the manual lockout hubs will benefit me 🤔. I appreciate all the help my friend! I need to check the winch and make sure it even works lol

[@WesleyJohnsonMI]

@@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE it'll help with the steering. You won't see any fuel economy gains, but the outer stub shafts won't be turning with the hubs. If I saw it correctly, does the pto shaft go to a sprocket & then chain drives the winch? If so, that's a little goofy. When you do the swap, I'd consider going direct drive with it.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

@@WesleyJohnsonMI yeah, the shaft has a sprocket on it lol. Kinda weird. Those hubs are pricey though, aren't they?

[@WesleyJohnsonMI]

@@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE they're around $1k. Not too bad when you consider dana 60 lock-outs at $300-$400 for the premium ones.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

@@WesleyJohnsonMI that's true. 🙂👍 I checked my email the other day but I didnt see one from you 🤔 not sure what happened

[@gosportjamie]

You don't need to go to the gym to work on your arms much if you drive something like that, with the big mud terrain tyres and with no power steering...

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

LOL that's no joke :) thanks for the view

[@mcmxvi6946]

Go to "The Fast Lane Truck" channel or DEBOSS GARAGE if you want to share your truck story. That's your opportunity to promote your channel.

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks for the info! 😃👍

[@mybelovedson]

dude that's cheating but good ideal

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks Jerry! 🙂👍

[@CentralOregonShenanigans]

first lol

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Thanks buddy! 😂

[@markcollins5026]

Man, smaller anything stinks !

[@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE]

Just for the time being Mark! :)