Ron’s truck DONE??? Calipers, tires, and a titan tank!!!

[@jameshaskell6572]

Ron is the freaking man. He knew he chose the right guy for the job and that was it,what ever happened was going to happen anywhere the truck went.

[@halporter8637]

Congrats on finishing up the project. Man that was some luck but you persevered and made it work. Job well done. That's some of my luck.

[@jayjobes5344]

The last 6 months kicked your butt. Two jobs that really tested your resolve. As a brother shop owner, I know it sounds like I am making light of it, but, it happens to the best of us. Had I not just did my own full 6.0 rebuild, (and I could afford it), I would have loved to have you build my motor. Over my lifetime I have learned to not judge a shop (or anyplace) only by the work they do, but more importantly how they stand up when things go south. Back to back on two jobs you proved you are a reputable shop that stands by your work. I am looking forward to following along on your next project.

[@ronsmith7157]

Anthony and Julie Youngblood of Super Duty Services are those kinds of people. I'm forever grateful for what they have done for me and for fixing this truck. When I'm 99.9 percent sure, other shops would have given up or forced a much larger repair bill my way. These two never gave up, and they didn't stick me with an enormous unexpected repair bill at the end .They were honestly too fair my way with the repair bill, and that's the truth. I will take care of them for that. Just like they took care of this truck.

[@Prariedog]

​@ronsmith7157 enjoy your truck Ron ,have a great weekend bud

[@westoneckert]

What a kind gentleman, Ron is. Great job on the repair!

[@pakkelly]

It must have been tough for you to hand the keys over to Ron. Is it like watching your kid leave home for their new life? Will there ever be another truck that will challenge you like this one? Ron is a good man to let you have that tone ring as a memento from the battlefield. One daily you and Julie will laugh about the memories of Ron’s truck.

[@leroygreen1877]

Its one of those jobs that make you a better tech! Hope you will open Super Duty Service somewhere soon!

[@benchwrench]

I bet the rubber brake lines are vintage/ OEM. I don't believe the Calipers are to blame for the steering pull. When brakes are applied, the old rubber lines expand holding pressure as inside they separate. Many a caliper have been replaced as an expensive symptom of a failed rubber line. All 5 rubber lines should be replaced before I would spend money on calipers, that is of course a caliper proves to be defective. I say this out of experience and known experience of others with the same problem. A good option would be to replace all 5 rubber lines with braided stainless steel aftermarket brake lines. They also come in a variety of colors and lengths for those with suspension/ lift kits. ...Nice King Ranch-like Wheels BTW, and a showroom engine bay, very nice ! ...Rudolph, lol!

[@AnthonyYoungblood]

I hear everyone talking about these lines, and I have replaced my fair share of calipers on these trucks. I have never had the lines be the problem. I hear your suggestion,, but the calipers are VERY easy to tell that they are stuck when they are removed.

[@benchwrench]

​@@AnthonyYoungblood Please forgive the misunderstanding, I didn't want to imply you made a mistaken diagnosis. It's on my part wanting to share that I have experienced (on numerous occasions) failed brakes. Having to replace calipers several times, only to find when I changed out the lines, my brake problem went away, even to date.

[@jrumlr]

I would love dor you to fix my 6.0. Cant wait to see where you land good sir.

[@Prariedog]

Another journey complete, awsome build A@J ,have a great weekend

[@ice4278]

Anthony I know that's got to be the worst nightmare you ever worked on.

[@JesseHaskins-w2o]

Hey man been around here for a long time, I remember you a while back having issues with stand pipes blowing out on the middle oring. Did you ever find a reliable solution to solve it? Obviously ford stand pipes have gone down hill, I have tried 4 different brands and probably 7-8 sets with no luck.

[@johnq5370]

Its those soft brake lines. Been there twice. They are like arteries....get soft on the inside. I carried a screw driver and hammer incase I got stuck. The solution was fresh fluid, new soft lines and calipers. But you are doing the right thing to get home. Your get there!

[@ice4278]

Hey Anthony?What did you do about the back of the truck?Where it got bent

[@itztractorjohn]

I've had a ton of issues with brake calipers on these trucks . I drive with a wrench now inside the truck.

[@desolategrey]

Yes Sir its the lines but i always do lines calipers and cradles at at once