1979 F-350 Supercab Resto-Mod Start to Finish

[@davecoley9566]

‘79 Ford Trucks are by far my favorite body style of any truck ever made.

[@mrjetsondc]

Thanks Dave I can sleep better knowing this.

[@mintyman1968]

@Free American I have a 78 F-150

[@Dark-xs5lf]

@Free American square bodies take the cake

[@mintyman1968]

@Free American Thanks!

[@AA-tc5if]

@@mrjetsondc don’t be an ass dude...Dave didn’t knock on your door for a comment..you came here on your own...

[@Nancoman]

You picked a great truck to restore! I'm wishing I had the talent, space, and money to pull something like this off. Thanks for sharing!

[@jimmywilson1388]

Buy an old truck and just take the time to learn. It’s so rewarding when you get done with a project and then you want another project. Those old Fords are super simple to work on. They wanted to make trucks back then that anybody could work on…

[@johnwilcox1302]

That dent work was pretty freakin amazing.

[@LivingOnWheels]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@bigdan827_8]

This truck came out looking incredible. I loved this era of the Ford pickups. My father had a couple of the 70's and 80's F-series pickups when I was growing up and they always served him well. This one looks great in white. Not a lot of trucks can pull that off.

[@jonrider8277]

I've been a professional mechanic for 10 years and I've always fought the brake cable clips with pliers, the trick you used with the wrench was so easy and made me mad at my self for not thinking of it, haha. Nice work man keep it up

[@AustinCoulson]

Hey, I am right there with you. I spent at least ten years using pliers until a viewer pointed that out.

[@anthonymaggio2945]

Great Britain up grading the engine up to date nearly 20 years later superman longbed liftkit tires 4wd 1979 f0rd f_250 truck very simple looking and fewer.problems to go wrong if it should happen once again very nicely done ✔️ ..

[@jimmywilson1388]

Hahaha I know you get one side popped out and then try to get the other side out and then it pops back out on the other side…😂 That was super simple, I mean I knew it would work if you had something to fit it properly but I just never took the time to find the right size wrench. 😂 I believe I’ll work smarter not harder from now on. 😅

[@donniehill3952]

I’m right there with you guys I spent 30 years using pliers .

[@marcelmallory2761]

Lol, I was thinking the same thing!

[@dukeofearl6256]

I bet that kid will be a top notch mechanic by the time he is 15.

[@alexgon9627]

Let's hope so sometimes it makes them hate it and want nothing to do with it. But let's hope dose

[@dieseldabz7104]

@Larry Hooper Funny I served and deployed and got out in '05

[@sharkanddagger]

Yep! salute and respect to Mr. Coulson for exposing his kid into building/repairing/diy car stuff as young as possible

[@Amarillobymorning777]

And a cookie monster too.

[@jordhivallejo482]

My Mexican dad thought me at 7 and I mastered it at 15

[@paulbelanger7383]

Why isn't your channel called, " The Amazing Papa Show"?? That would be amazing. 😅👍

[@paulbelanger7383]

Mr. Coulson, if you made your son's 'promo' the actual intro of every video.. I would bet money on your channel booming with referrals.. 🙂👍

[@RAHMX145]

@@paulbelanger7383 I agree, I think that name is a lot more catchy/marketable as a channel name.

[@bingusmctingus4395]

I would definitely recommend this verbally to as many people as I know if this chamber were named “The Amazing Papa Show”

[@darbywest3083]

Your boys comment made it wholesome.luved it all good work ,amazing papa....

[@Loki1620]

That clip earned my sub with notifications!

[@thunderpants007]

Awesome build, real, not like gasmonkey etc where new parts are just thrown together. Takes a lot of skill to take it totally apart like that. Kudos to you, hope folk folk to you for a build.

[@pakkelly]

That dent repair was pure artistry!👍🏻👏🏻

[@Robert8455]

Anyone who can and does this to an old Ford Dentside is a good man. Lots of hard work, hours and money invested. Your little boy will enjoy this beast after you pass it down to him.

[@NomadsBoyTv]

I envy your talent, that was amazing. The truck looks beautiful and I am so glad you went with a 460.

[@justusmorgan1995]

Admire

[@cheftomsd]

The 460 was a beast used everywhere from motorhomes to pickups pulling big boats and trailers. Great engine.

[@4549tinter]

I had a 78 F-250 4x4 SC...pulled the 351 and put in a 460 to pull the 5th wheel. The 460 got us to the next gas station faster! Nice job on yours!

[@AustinCoulson]

When I was little, my grandpa got a 95 F-350 with the 460 and a fifth wheel and I remember him driving from Denver to visit us and he used 100$ in fuel in ONE DAY and my mind was blown. I think fuel was around 95 cents a gallon back then, but I couldn't fathom how someone could use that much fuel in a day.

[@OperationRV]

I have a 77' LB with 351W and love seeing these build vids. Nothing more enjoying than seeing the beginning to the end especially in one vid! All I'm saying issssssssss WOOOOWWWW. What an amazing job with EVERYTHING. Not sure if you do this as a profession or a hobby but must say you have some serious talent. Also, its so nice to see the family involved as well. Great vid & THUMBS UP!

[@AustinCoulson]

Thanks for the kind words. This is indeed my profession, but right after this build I took a job at Powernation as the host of Music City Trucks, a new truck show they started. I'll have more details on that job in a video soon.

[@767dag]

Agree

[@767dag]

@@AustinCoulson could u tell me what that build cost was included labor

[@AustinCoulson]

@@767dag check out the 10th episode of this build at the very end I go over all the finances, but it was a 30k budget but some of the parts like tires/wheels/lift kit weren't included in that

[@PATW0LF]

You did an amazing job. I hope you keep this truck. Other people won’t appreciate the work you put into it. Imagine jr, driving it to prom. Maybe that’s cheesy, but I am in awe.

[@ironmyno]

I love the fact that you didn't go overboard. Improved it over the original. Didn't go bananas on the paint. That truck is worth quite a bit more now and has another 200k miles in it or more!

[@scarbourgeoisie]

One of the best KZbin videos I've ever seen. Had my attention from start to finish. The hard work paid off. Truck looks fantastic.

[@savranorganik3555]

This guy is beyond a true craftsman, he is a one-man factory on his own. Excellent, impeccable, artisan work. I am honestly sorry that I am too far away to snatch this truck from him. He deserves every penny of the price he asks for his work. This is true quality through and through.

[@jesuschrist2886]

i bought a 1979 ford f 250 from my neighbor, hes an old farmer (not too old lol) and it sat in his farm for about 10 years and i asked if he would let me fire her up for shits n giggles, i threw some starting fluid in it and she roared like a lion back to life. has the old inline 6 the engine that never dies. i ended up working and paying for it last summer, fixed it up and put love into it. great truck. i love fords and their older models. great video man

[@Chevelle602]

DUDE! Just randomly started watching this video and at the end I noticed you were in Phoenix. Then I recognized your house. You sold me your old lincoln 140 welder a couple years ago! Still welding and getting pretty good at it. RAWAH!

[@AustinCoulson]

Hell yea! That's awesome. I loved that welder, I still think it was better for anything thinner than 20ga than my current Lincoln. Happy it has a good home, but even happier it's getting used.

[@liverpoolreds948]

Amazing! I’m totally Impressed!!! I can change oil, brakes, and wiper fluid. You rebuilt this whole truck by yourself👍.

[@truckerrespect7797]

I have to agree with everyone else, I love the 79’ too. Had one years ago and it was a beast. Love this build, you guys are so lucky to be able to do this and have the family there too. I envy you and your crew

[@maseningram1527]

You and your sister are both very talented. Great job on both the actual truck and the cookie 💯💯

[@joethom5205]

I love that your wife was out there helping. My wife wouldn’t be caught dead in my shop 🙄

[@danuri4826]

Just came across this.. and man... jaws to floor is all I can say. I have 0 mechanics knowledge and to see you take this beauty apart and then take the parts aparts just wow man!! Hats off to you sir. Thank you for this.

[@AustinCoulson]

Thanks! Comments like this keep me motivated while making videos

[@timmy6520]

I’d definitely take that truck over my 2019 F150 any day of the week!!!!

[@scottyellis3442]

Exactly what I was thinking.

[@squ1r33]

Same here. In a heartbeat

[@danarnold9557]

One of the best restoration vids I've seen, you're a blessed man to have such a supportive family. Thanks for sharing, saved and subbed 👍

[@AustinCoulson]

You are 100% right on the fam. Thanks for the kind comment

[@westernsharpie]

Unreal! Speechless. I knew after the first minute i was watching the whole video. Love the time lapse. You're a wizard my friend. You couldn't have got anymore intimate with this truck. Seems like you touched every nut and bolt. The love, time, effort etc that went into it, I can't even imagine, I'd probably have a stroke. I sat back drank my coffee and thoroughly enjoyed it. Very Very few have that level of skill and talent. You the man!

[@elysaulalvarez3298]

Excelente que buen trabajo que bonita te quedó yo tengo una y la tengo casi abandonada por la situación económica de nuestro país pero al verlo a usted trabajando su camioneta me anima a tratar de arreglar la mía usted me animo voy a buscar la manera de hacer algo para que se mantenga viva y en las calles y carreteras de Caracas y por toda Venezuela.. estoy muy agradecido por la grabación de su video me despertó y Ánimo un saludo desde Caracas

[@Thomzombie303]

Brother..you have some serious skills, i wish i could apprentice under you.

[@briancornell482]

Little mans' voice at the end, some sister love with cookies, and the wife warning (and obvious help in the cab 2/3rds in) make this a family channel. Dude, we could sub you for Sesame Street, but for some serious learning. Great job and welcome to TN!

[@AustinCoulson]

Thanks!

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

wow Scotty Kilmer just moved there TN Amazing people live there. Go Predators !

[@NoResults-NoCharge]

How in the world does one guy have this much talent?!!!!

[@AustinCoulson]

I have a great supporting cast...

[@willskitchen618]

@@AustinCoulson How in the world do you have so much time?

[@AnthonyAgostino]

absolutely gobsmacked. Well done. Truely a disappearing craft. Most people have zero idea on the level of patience and passion it takes. I can't do it myself, but as a trained aircraft mechanic that did everything we manuals, and labels, and quality assurance, i am COMPLETELY impressed by folks who can take it all apart and get ti back together again just off the head. Just honestly struck dumb by people who can do this cold. Can't congratulate you enough. Must feel stunning. SO much respect.

[@AustinCoulson]

Thanks for the kind words. My only technical training came as a helicopter mechanic in the military, so I can relate. You are right about the patience required to do a build like this, but the freewheeling nature of building a restomod makes it so much fun. It's so much less stressful to test a build like this around the block after it's done vs a test flight.

[@mikef.1000]

What a great job! Excellent attention to detail, doing everything properly. And showing the next generation how to spanner, too. When the world has gone to those boring, soul-less electric vehicles, cars like these will be truly appreciated.

[@bobuncle8704]

That is one magnificent truck. Brings back some amazing memories of my dads work truck with its 460. Now I think I will have to go and watch the whole build. Thank you so much

[@AustinCoulson]

Thanks 👍

[@brada1997]

Holy cow, man. That was sweet to watch all that love and care you put in. Beautiful. I'm from Illinois originally. I don't think I've ever seen an original truck that nice to start with! LOL

[@mariarusso1155]

Hi Brad how are you doing hope you had a nice day. I'm Maria from Minnesota, looking for a new friend Ok.

[@anthonyp22]

Beautiful job. So glad you restored such a cool classic!

[@medixforchune9958]

My dad and I rebuilt a 1976 Ford F-350 when I was 10. Had a 390 in it. Some of the best memories of my life.

[@alexlane6522]

Glad to see a Father with his son....your a lucky boy little one👍

[@ronniegillaspy]

Your not even done building it and I already want it so bad.

[@stevenlewis6781]

So I’ve got my eye on a ‘79 F150 Super Cab long bed Ranger just sitting in the weeds. I have been debating on whether or not to make an offer on it but this video has cemented my decision. Super awesome video and thanks!

[@jccccc4065]

Old video, but my grandpa has a truck just like this back in Mexico. Got to drive it as a 5 year old 😂 Good times.

[@lfeco]

Utmost respect for this guy, for sure not a snowflake millennial.

[@7riverseast217]

Hats off...Sir, you are an inspiration. Its great to see a throw-back to a no-nonsense project like yours. A driver, a mule and its yours..you win !

[@joseluiszaraterobles2311]

WOW! You're amazing! I'm a great fan of classic cars, and this F-350 is BEAUTIFUL! I remember when my dad told me the story of how he got his F-100, and from there, my passion for old cars was born. I love the Ford F series, and seeing how these wonders are restored today is totally satisfying. ❤❤ In the future, I would like to learn how to restore old cars as well. Congratulations on this great project! 👏 ​

[@StrangeDuck]

"we decided to swap the 400 for a 460. good man!

[@marcelomagalhaesdeoliveira1959]

Que trabalho fantástico! Parabéns!

[@florentineortiz3274]

I don’t know how I’m going to do it, but you’ve just motivated me to finish my 89 Bronco! Thank you!!! I’m asking the universe for a shop like yours😇

[@jamessamuel1611]

That’s a 1979 factory “Camper Special” as evidenced by the storage in the bed. I had the 1978.5 version (460 ci and a C6) of the same truck and sold it to a high school senior from southern Indiana. Needless to say he was beaming from ear to ear 😁. I miss that truck.

[@mt-nv4jd]

10:53 Puppy wakes up, looks around, "Did you say dinner?"

[@ashtonmariefranklin725]

Beautiful Truck. Love seeing old iron rebuilt and enjoyed for years to come.

[@Acheiropoietos]

This is what we all love about America. Keep it coming.

[@davidstephens8543]

Nothing sexier than a newly machined head and I LOVE that you got the kiddo in their turning that wrench!!!

[@michaelbradley7529]

I don't know if I would call this a resto-mod in the traditional sense, but I like it.

[@kimjungun4648]

An at the end he let's slip that this is not his day job, he's a IT specialist at IBM ...

[@AustinCoulson]

Ha! You would NEVER want me trying to fix your computers. Funny enough, my co-pilot in this video actually was an IT specialist for IBM

[@jalenpappe8643]

I've got a 95 F250 that I bought off my cousin, definitely needs work in quite a few places. I just wish I had the knowledge to start on it, I don't know the first thing about working on something like this. All I've done so far is replace the blower motor and I thought that was pretty good for myself. Beautiful build you made. Maybe one day I'll be able to tackle my own.

[@parksfamily6920]

It's beautiful, I have 2 '79 Fords can't wait to do something similar

[@mikewillis8695]

The truck looks amazing! I have a 76 dent side that was my 1st truck. My sons and I are going to start to restore it for my 14 year old. What size lift and tires did you go with? We really like that look. Thanks

[@AustinCoulson]

6" lift and 37's. There's a complete build series on this with all the little details if you need them

[@mikewillis8695]

@@AustinCoulson Ok great thank you!

[@thejoker-qr3sf]

Wow I don't know how to fix a car but when I first saw this video I want to learn this amazing job I'm amazed new fan here from Philippines ❤❤❤ thank you sir

[@elnomamez5873]

I have a 1979 Lincoln Continental 4 door. Wish I had the space and big tools to do this. Amazing work and patience!.

[@matthewchristensen4070]

Lets be honest do bolts ever come out easy in the rust belt? Nope.

[@maclostemas]

the bolts on a car are always tricky!

[@dieseldabz7104]

@@maclostemas your clueless

[@mr.j6837]

This man is amazing. A lot of these guys are on youtube but I really prefer his music selection. Thanks!

[@aye3678]

That cookie your sister made was incredible! Did not expect it to be that good!

[@SankarGS]

great work buddy love to see F350...love from India.. we dont have these type of Legend machines But we know these are heart of USA roads

[@davidblanck4131]

Hit like for the cookie! Well, that and your hard work lol.

[@who346]

THat is the only way to win, on having a truck these days. Why spend 60,000 dollars on a electronic and prone to break down of vehicle.

[@112428]

New vehicles are WAY more reliable than these old trucks ever were new.

[@tbugher62]

@@112428 BULLSHIT !

[@waynemelton2143]

Jason Joyner new vehicles for the most part are fairly reliable for now but you’ll never be able to do this with a newer truck too much wiring

[@ksl4044]

these types of projects remind me how badly i miss automotive but doing heavy duty up in northern canada has allowed me access to money that i could never even fathom having access too at 22. i just hope i can make enough money up here to come back south and live a life like this.

[@Faceless300]

It’s builds like this that’s made me decide to deep clean and detail my ford ranger over the winter

[@mauricegauthier307]

Loved the fact that it was all in one video. Was able to watch the whole thing.

[@matthewberger6583]

That was awesome find Glade you're keeping the old gal alive

[@dankcoyote]

This is awesome and seeing restorations like this just motivates the rest of us to keep going on our projects.

[@markusaurelius1739]

Amazing Video! Great work, very impressive. The nice this was that you didn't fill the video with unnecessary commentary. Fantastic!

[@justnd2582]

This dude knows what ever square inch of this truck looks like. I came to see what people do with all the original wires and what not, because I'd love to restore an old truck like this, but I do not have enough time moneysl space nor knowledge for this much of a engine swap and restore.

[@wade6126]

Well, I didn't mean to watch the whole video but, I couldn't stop. I loved how you threw in your sister's cookie making talent, your son, the wife helping you, and the dog. You folks are very talented. I really enjoyed everything about this video. The music everything!!! Its stupid I know but, got a little choked up ......🙄 lol. Anyway, simply awesome. thanks for sharing

[@AustinCoulson]

Thanks so much for the nice comment. It's comments like these that keep me filming and sharing

[@pedromoralez7666]

What a way to make all us f100 owners jealous 😁 great restoration 👌🏻

[@rezzgoatrising1829]

Had a rough day at work today.... this video just made my day. Thanks.

[@atxbaker4311]

WoW, I couldn’t stop watching truck looks amazing. Good job

[@apolloxlix679]

Superb build. That dent you straightened got me thinking it would have been much easier with a dent puller, but the way you fabricated something to repair it is just so cool

[@AustinCoulson]

I have a dent puller. Neither the owner or I wanted to weld studs to the body, so I tried it this way. Had I known the paint was going to chip and require a touch up I probably would have used my puller, but it was still a fun experiment.

[@davidjohnson5845]

I would have loved, to see this Ford pickup rebuilt professionally by you guys, back to the exact way it came out the factory.

[@AustinCoulson]

I know there are a lot of guys that like perfectly restored vehicles, but I have just never found that to be fun. Guys get caught up in the exact overspray on the engine or proper grease pen markings on the firewall, and you end up with a truck with only 158hp. I like to keep the feel of the older vehicle but use upgraded parts wherever I feel like

[@mitchwinder1204]

Absolutely stunning. Great job. That was the last year Ford built real trucks, IMO. Thanks for posting that.

[@geezer4962]

Nice work. Love the older trucks, have to save them from being crushed.

[@dopeman420]

Very impressive! As a fellow ford lover....the love of the build man!!

[@johndliu2284]

Thank you for this video. Excellent restoration of a classic workhorse. Congratulations. Done with kindness, respect and with a loving family. Big ups for your accomplishments.

[@shootintheshii9893]

This truck is a keep for life and the young buck will have some great memories for life. Great video man! Best of luck to ya.

[@rogeliolazaro1498]

once i saw the kid anounce the channel imidiatly subscribed........im here to learn as much as possible since i have a ford ecline 150 1985, super motivated.

[@Jesse-B]

The cherry on the cake was your choice of music, great vid old son.

[@penguinsfan251]

This is an awesome video. Ford sold those trucks new when I was 15 and 16 and there was no way I could get one new. Great job. I would have swapped in a five speed manual, but that's just me. Enjoy the truck for years to come.

[@Justforfun-ek7et]

That was too cute, “the amazing papa show” the truck is beautiful!

[@jedfiekel9809]

The amazing papa show! That's what it's all about right there. That truck is the most badass thing on the road aswell!

[@gabecortez7419]

Man you're an amazing mechanic! Wish I had skills like that.

[@shizzydeep6867]

One of my favorite body styles of any vehicle.

[@OKiE442]

Beautiful truck, great job guys, one day I might find my dream truck just like this one...

[@1976sweep]

Awesome Job. 1979's will never go out of style.

[@speedypete3725]

I'M 100% FORD TRUCK MAN, NICE JOB ON YOUR TRUCK GUY!!!!!!!!

[@kevinwhitman6785]

Great video! This really inspired me to get going on my ‘79 F250 Supercab Resto! Earned my subscription

[@scott1lori282]

Thanks for renewing this classic. I love seeing them every so often on the road. My grandpa had a 78.

[@wjamesm1001]

Damn ! I just had to reply to a super nice rebuild that had a lot of time and dedication put into it . I really like that you upgraded along the way too , from the Holley EFI , brake upgrade , Dyna matting and saving the vintage paint . I replaced a 4.9 in my first truck back in my 20's a 1980 F150 with a 460 with help from L&L engineering products , I wish i would have had the tools and experience that I have now in my 50's would have been alot easier. Contemplating recreating that truck now .

[@amilcarnanez8476]

Beautifull Ford truck!!! Good Job!!! Congratulation! From Argentina 🇦🇷

[@gentlemanzackp6591]

my uncle had a 78 f350 - supercab. 4x4 with 460. skinny wheels. I remember one weekend we had to cut down dead tree, it was 250 yrs old oak, easily weighting in tons. He just hauled it across the field as if it weighted 50 pounds. he carved a boat bow on the ends though that made things way easier. but that noise from 460 was something.

[@leinuit667]

Watched the video again and again and again.It’s an art piece.

[@jkk4657]

My old 400 is on its last leg. You are motivating me to swap it out