First Shake Down! CAT 3126 swapped F350 |

[@j.bru_36]

This entire project might be one of the most impressive things I’ve ever seen! Re-engineering everything to work everything!!!

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Thank you very much Jack

[@JSCB-365]

I have spent a ton of time with my 8.1 swap to keep the Allison with it. I have finally gotten things towards this point. I'm still waiting for the seller to ship the TCU that works with an 8.1 turning the Allison. About to build a floor shifter since the truck had a manual transmission and the Allison is an Auto. So I want my shifter on the floor rather than change columns.

[@JSCB-365]

Excellent job with the wiring. Love it

[@TheFarmallfarmer]

@@DEBOSSGARAGE ight I gotta say the cat in that 1997 F-250 is impressive.

[@91SHELLSHOCKED]

The Cat 3126 was an option in F450 to F700 from 88 to 97… from ford with a manual transmission… Automatic Trans was different depending on size of truck and manufacturer or auto trans.

[@Krause_transport_garage]

The time and money he’s invested in this truck is unbelievable. I could never imagine having the patience he has to put everything together and reengineer everything that doesn’t work the way he wants. Major props to you and your beautiful build.

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Thank you

[@elitecystuning]

It’s something your born with man I can’t explain it it’s a part of our lives 🤘

[@Titantitan001]

Its not even really much of an investment either. I guess unless you consider youtube $$ but some of these channels don’t make much. Its so hard to put money into stuff like cars. It just loses value immediately and is so expensive lol. Really goes to show some people just really are passionate about some things that aren’t practical. Good or bad? It just seems to be that way.

[@elitecystuning]

@@Titantitan001 dude diesel is far from an investment unless it’s towing at a steady pace for long times or idling foreaver yes there efficient but ABSOLUTELY NOT more powerful than correctly built big block I just don’t get it but ima diesel hater because well they suck for one lol. Two they’re is no thril at all in one and why on earth ppl build mud trucks out of them is even worse 🙄 1000lb motor smh

[@elitecystuning]

@@Titantitan001 😂🤣🤣🤣🤣that was good man hahaha 👍😂

[@nextalcupfan]

I really like that you're showing all the little details that are the most time consuming and are usually glossed over.

[@agoogleuser1594]

For the power seats I would recommend installing a small 120V inverter. That way you can permanently install a M12 charger under the seat so you'll never run out of battery.

[@-RyN-23]

Or just run 12v from the truck to the seats an never have to worrie with anything or battery's chargers an inverters.

[@michaelpeace716]

@@-RyN-23tell me you haven’t watched all the videos, without telling me you haven’t watched all the videos. 😂

[@jimmac1185]

But there is a M12 battery charger that just plugs into a USB port... why bother with the inverter?

[@-RyN-23]

@@michaelpeace716 I have seen them, I remember him making a joke about pooping the seats out when the battery dies to recharge but he was just using the M12 for testing. I do it all the time on wreaked cars at work for windows and seats to move them so I can remove them easy. Unless I missed him saying he was gonna permanently put the battery's there

[@whiskeyinthejar24]

Then he can unbolt the seats and sit them around the campfire. Too hot? Push the button and slide it back 😏

[@kevingross7139]

Man I love this build. So amazing. So wish a manufacturer built 3/4 or 1 ton trucks with cat engines in them.

[@Low760]

You don't, they aren't that great.

[@mikeyd5969]

There just like any other engine great when they work shit when they break . But one thing about Cat they’re not shy about charging for their parts $$$ .

[@josephbusby4625]

@@Low760 they are pretty bullet proof. As long as you change the oil and check valve lash.

[@Iamthathillbilly]

Its kinda overkill for a pickup 😅

[@briandetrick2688]

@@Iamthathillbilly so are 24in rims on a lifted truck you can't off road

[@atf01234]

Rich figured if he was going to go neck deep into this mess he was going to get every single possible amenity out of it, the raising and lowering with the doors is pretty cool 😆

[@isaakunger7324]

Rich be like Neck deep? No problem, I can still breathe

[@jacobgriffith7880]

My only issue with the door/airbag system is if he is backing up to a trailer and has to get out...well that would not be a family friendly audio clip if it was me backing it up😂

[@Boga217]

@@jacobgriffith7880 why would it be a problem? If it lowers, lower the trailer..it shouldn't effect alignment of hitch or anything else.

[@jakem.6359]

And I thought the K100 project was "over the top". Very impressive. The time that goes into these projects is unbelievable.....don't know where Rich finds all the time. I can't find enough time to rebuild a lawn mower 😆

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

thanks! having the shop at home helps for sure. 75 foot walk.

[@52Ford]

@@DEBOSSGARAGE Shiiiittt. It's 50 feet from the back corner of my house to the front corner of my shop and I've been working on rebuilding the same lawn mower for 2 years. Not a joke. LOL

[@rickz9495]

Put your beer fridge in the shed lol.

[@BIllMcCambridge]

Man I love the way you can visualize circuits and keep them straight in your mind. You'd been a hell of an engineer!!! Thanks for sharing your talents and adventures!!

[@IR-nq4qv]

Give yourself a Pat on the back Rich, that's pretty good for the first outing. A good shake down takes time, some minor tweaks, a few finishing touches and a couple of miles behind it, is all that truck needs. You certainly pulled off a remarkable feat with the wiring job, a thousand circuits and 10 kilometers of wire later, the truck is loaded with factory optional packages and everything works. That's as good as it gets right there. Awesome job brother! 44:05 nice side view, man that's a long wheel base.

[@coltonkruse2313]

Rich it is just flat out impressive that you can plow through all these minor details and having to whip up so many custom parts. Most people would take a lifetime or never finish a single one of these projects. This thing is beautiful too. Love that body style and that is my favorite interior that Ford ever made. I had the saddle leather seats in an 07 f150. They were kinda high maintenance but I loved the look, feel and smell. Thanks for the video. Can't wait till the truck is 100%.

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Thanks Colton!

[@archstanton9206]

I have built more than a handful of trucks, hot rods, sand toys, boats, etc in my 64 years. Not all of them made me smile as much as this does. What a heck of a project. Anyone that looks at this and just sees the engine swap is missing a huge chunk of the work. You did more than a "build" here and deserve a ton of credit for it. I bought a brand new 97 F350 4x4 CC like yours and did a dually conversion on it, and spent $ like crazy on it. I loved it, and then my dumb self sold it. Ya know how it is. If Ford was building this truck today I would be in the market for one. I can't give you a better compliment than that.

[@Mike-hb4pc]

They wouldn’t build a truck like this because nobody would ever sell them!

[@kxp.1496]

@@Mike-hb4pcevery thing is for sale if the price is high enough

[@danmurphy5660]

The drill battery is a much better system for the seats than the factory route. You should always upgrade over factory when ever possible. Congrats on getting this milestone sorted mate.

[@chrisw9629]

Yeah and if you really want to go above and beyond and make it even better- you can wire up a trickle charger to your drill batteries so you never even need to take them out of the truck 😂

[@Dan-wt7jx]

Up grade those to an m18 and you can adjust the seats even faster

[@SillyPuddy2012]

Everybody is “upgrade” happy, and there’s an entire industry to take the money of such fools. Factory engineers things to work.

[@danmurphy5660]

@@SillyPuddy2012 Yourself and the factory engineers haven't caught onto the drill battery method yet. I guarantee we will see this setup in future models.

[@danmurphy5660]

@@chrisw9629 Possibly a small solar panel in the bed to run the charger too.

[@FormerlyKnownAs_Stan]

You know those cab lights are a must. They'll make the whole look!

[@patrickkavanagh5335]

Hey C10 in the shop!!! Looking forward to seeing it Finished 😀

[@thenoodleking]

I can’t believe how lucky it is to be alive during a time when I can watch a master builder walk us through an incredibly well thought out and fabricated truck. You are a gem, Rich.

[@robertteel4316]

Incredible attention to details, wonderful. You are an artist. Makes me so happy to have a 12v Cummins, one wire for fuel shutoff.

[@leviduff2740]

I love this build but I can't wait to see his cummins swapped silverado done

[@braddavis2834]

I get that, hard to express the emotion when you actually get to a point where you can start it. Scary time, And there is always someone watching or waiting.... Not running /driving but a little reward of concept proven is a celebration point. I did it! Your an inspiration. Proud of a fellow Canadian. 10 points for the old bull nose. All the best going forward!

[@jackgharen]

Figuring out basic electrical stuff feels awesome. Your deeper knowledge of how to mix harnesses together is impressive.

[@nou8257]

I hate wiring but I have to admit when you figure how that one car is wired its a lot less daunting

[@danielaltman9945]

I recommend checking the injection pump oil pressure and fuel rail pressure while starting and at idle. It does take a bit of turning over to start these and C7 engines (5-8 seconds) but not that long of a start. Injectors won’t fire unless adequate oil pressure and fuel pressure meet the calibration table thresholds for activation. For the transmission, check TPS voltage and actual pins in each connector that attaches to the trans. They can come a little lose while plugged in and cause limp mode issues. To me, sounds like it starting of on takeoff in limp mode. 1st gear is so low that you need brake pedal to just keep it from taking off. Love the build!

[@tuckerstadeli2659]

Rich! Cab over America makes really cool wireless cab lights, they look awesome and are high quality. You should use those if you don’t want to cut holes in your roof

[@guardrail2897]

That is probably one of the most impressive build I've ever seen. It's definitely a keeper. Congrats.

[@richard3141592638]

That's a great day! And now we get to watch you troubleshoot the shifting problem. Thanks Rich

[@mikedurling2111]

Best build on KZbin guaranteed!

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Thanks Mike! Much appreciated

[@kevinmoss970]

Damn electrics, your perseverance is admiral. This is why I prefer wind up windows, stop cables, and a key per door.

[@aneirins7085]

21:24 props to the editor for muting the music when he turns the radio off, nice detail

[@mikethatguy27]

What a truck! Hell of a job Rich!🙌✌️

[@josephvella3688]

Absolutely astonishing. Most will never know what it takes to do a task like this. That wiring takes for-ev-er. Can't wait to see what the hard start culprit is.

[@mercenarystagehand]

Amazing work as always. My votes go to : 1 avoid cutting the roof for lights 2 hard wire the seats 3 add a decent size Inverter with a receptacle just inside of the tailgate before bedliner gets added

[@tylerhunt891]

What a minty ferd, hell ya bud

[@Grasshopper.80]

It’s the little things. Like 1000 little things. Amazing build.

[@johanankarback6821]

I´m really impressed with your wiring skills! I have done a lot of rewiring projects but this is on a whole other level. Combining 3 different trucks wiringharnesses and making them work together is just crazy :) I have watched your channel for a long time and this is my favourite project so far. Great to see it driving down the road!

[@IRoYaILTY]

Nothing will stop a determined man. Awesome build brother

[@horakrepair2546]

Long crank is probably the air entrained in all the oil that has to be recompressed etc. That large filter just seems like it will take a bit to pump up pressure. It might work its way out. All these engines that I have seen people add filters seem to crank a bit longer.... although not quite as long as yours does. Will be nice to see how you get that issue worked out.

[@kevincrosby7123]

The lowering and lifting with the doors is pretty sick, would've never thought about having a setup like that.

[@ryanc8188]

Good on ya for taking all the time to get all the wiring right and and simple as complexly possible 🤣🤣 It "drives" so it's a good day. 👍

[@HogshooterHotrods]

That is a lot of working to get some features to be functional, thats why we all watch DeBoss Get it done!!

[@padolph007]

You can hear that hiss and see it lower when you opened the door...that's awesome! It was cool to see it going down the road.

[@shawnboy4368]

One thing that helps me alot on builds or servicing is I use a label maker to wrap the ends to the harnesses . Dboss love the videos

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

That's a great idea. I did write everything down as I did it one at a time

[@awoods767]

This is probably my favorite one of your works of art

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Thank you very much. I am thrilled with how it is going so far.

[@aubreyholley1390]

Respect! Not many guys have the know how or the patience for a mess of wires like that.

[@keith_hudson]

Obsessed with this truck. I don't think you could have chosen a better body style with a better motor with a better interior. Seriously incredible.

[@nikolasgarff7690]

I’ve always said, it’s amazing what you don’t notice when things are right. Especially wiring and work!

[@ridered7394]

Amazing build.. you could get a cab visor with cab lights. Probably would be less holes in the cab. And still look good 👍🏻

[@james94582]

Glad to see the FThreeKitty back on the road!! One of my favorite builds for sure!!

[@MikeHarris1984]

Wow, that truck is coming together awesome!!! late 80's early 90's truck, with a CAT engine and a modern F350 interior... that is a sick combination and is going to be amazing when its done!!!!

[@novaka240]

I installed my own cab lights and it was worth it. Looks great! I found Grote lights that came with the gaskets and hardware. No leaks and it’s been a few months now.

[@jkorth2012]

My 2004 f150 supercab had a sticker on some sort of security computer or body control module that had the factory door keypad printed on it. I believe that even if the previous owner had changed the code, the factory code should still work. There are some additional party tricks with the keypad, like locking while the engine is running while you run in a store, or only unlocking front doors first, then 2nd row with another button, then pop a trunk with another on different vehicles

[@FishFind3000]

You can pull the code from the computer. They always have a factory code that cannot be changed but you can add extra codes. One thing I always use my keypad for is locking the doors I’d I don’t have my key handy. You don’t need a code to lock the doors. For my 13 f150 just push the last 2 buttons together and it locks.

[@ProjectTrailerz]

Didn’t they have the code embossed on the fuse panel

[@jonnyk9496]

On my 04 it was printed on the sticker stuck to the body control module

[@isaakwelch3451]

I don't agree with a lot of the aesthetic choices on this truck but I can respect the work and effort that's gone into it. Good work.

[@gethinjones1348]

Been looking forward to this episode and seeing her run properly, great job man! 👍🏻

[@coolhandluke85]

When i put the HEUI pump filter system on my 3126 the air did not get out of the system until i drove it down the highway for awhile. The instructions that came with the kit explained all that and they were dead on.

[@rolexmd69]

You are super talented dude. I had a 1996 F350 7.3 with 360K running nothing but a wicked wheel and 4 inch open exhaust and that truck still managed to be peppy and reliable all the while pushing 46 inch military tires on probably 16 inches of lift. I would have loved to have done a swap like this but do not have the where with all to get into something this extensive. Sadly, i traded it for a 2002 Trans Am ws6 with a 6.0 swap so nothing ever came to fruition but I have regret over the entire situation. I really like how the 08-10 dash came out in the truck. Loads of modern touches here that are certainly impressive to say the least.

[@Josh-db8rf]

just a heads up for anyone who orders lmc parts for these trucks. if you buy door shells for your obs from Lmc, you have to Redrill the hole for the door actuators in a lower position. the drilled hole that comes with the door from lmc is to high for the whole mechanism to work right

[@johnlovingood1207]

The keyless entry code is sometimes on the hvac box. Usually 5 digit

[@tylerbaker199]

This is the definition of to smart for your own good! Amazing work!

[@michaelclifton2814]

Do I need it? No, absolutely not. Do I want it? Abso-freaking-lately. That thing is sick man, I love it.

[@alec4672]

I originally got hooked on this series because I wanted to dash swap my truck eventually that's all I was after but the finished product you've created is absolutely amazing. I'm so happy to see it moving!

[@Frangulate]

The video we’ve all been waiting for!!!

[@jeremykindle9982]

That truck is sick i think its just a cool idea. I love that body style, and with the cat and the 2010 interior just freaking awesome.

[@PopsHowTo]

That first drive is always the most nerve racking 😅

[@rob83r]

Going that extra mile will make it all worthwhile in the long run. Good work Rich 👍 Keep it dirty!

[@limitlessbuilds]

Absolutely love this thing! I thought a lot about swapping out my 7.3, but I decided to do a full new build on a spare 7.3 instead.

[@joshuamassie3505]

Absolutely awesome build, from start to nearly finished. Super happy you finally got to take it for the first drive.

[@burtbrooks7731]

Been watching ya build this thing for a minute and man if that ain’t the truth about good wiring nobody ever sees it but when it all works that’s when it worth the effort 👍 great job man looks and sounds awesome 💪

[@njh4473]

This project is the best. I loved watching it beautiful job, I want one

[@rustychevy2087]

Major props on the build, amazing what modern tech can do but I'm a firm believer in perfection isn't when there's nothing left to add but when there's nothing left to take away. Ill forever love manual windows/locks and trans. Simplicity, less future problems that'll pop up

[@calholli]

I personally think having both wood grain colors would look pretty cool. I always like having multiple wood colored floors and cabinets, etc. I'd have to see it finished to be sure, but I bet it would still look awesome.

[@THEBULLETPROOFGARAGE]

So cool to see it rolling down the road, Rich! Sounds great, too!!!

[@AdeptApe]

Looks pretty Rich, now a 3406E in a Mini Cooper should be your next project. I'm not biased though 😁

[@zoidberg444]

Its taken me ages to watch through this series but this is amazing work. If it was mine I probably would have put a manual gear box in it to get the most out of that 7.2L beast. Hats off to you sir.

[@toomanyhobbies2011]

Well, that's one way to generate another video. Awesome project, looking forward to the next video!

[@thomasbailey8306]

The old ford looks great. The Kitty Kat under the hood sounds great too. Great job on it so far...And Video...

[@hoodbilly83]

Rich I love this build just awesome , I have a 97' obs myself, if you ever brake the plastic interior door handle ,replace the with the early 80's bull nose Fords there metal , u can get em in black and they bolt right up

[@amjrpain919]

I love what he's doing to this truck!

[@larrydavidson3402]

Congratulations Rich on the first test drive, Got to be a damn good feeling.

[@jd2181]

You can tell Rich just hit the point where he just NEEDED to drive it around a little. #Youknowthatpoint

[@Iamthathillbilly]

For sure, Sometimes you need that to find the motivation to keep working on it

[@TurboVisBits]

I use to be that way, now I enjoy finishing something to like 99% before the first test drive.. basically once you replace the last zip tie with a proper fastener it becomes a good feeling.

[@Iamthathillbilly]

@@TurboVisBits I'm a long way off then 😆 lots of zip ties in my project, but that's what it is, a never ending project that I enjoy working on as much as driving it

[@nou8257]

I've got a 99 jeep cherokee xj ive been slowly getting back on the road and im getting close and the need to see how its gonna drive is getting stronger every time i get something done

[@davidrubin1895]

Nice maiden run.. awesome build. Thanks for sharing

[@Firedad4132]

Using the ELC coolant, there was a few bulletins put out on hose compatibility. The Gates Green stripe hose(EDPM) is compatible with ELC. If shortages are still a thing with hoses, as long as the hose is of good quality and is EDPM rubber it will work and will not deteriorate.

[@BrewBlaster]

Thanks for all your passion. Good stuff.

[@bdollery55]

You should wire in a mini E-STOP button as a kill switch for your air compressor incase of a blowout , would look sweet next to your rocker switches on the dash

[@jspaulding4106]

Awesome update. Thanks!

[@williamwhitted2490]

So happy for you man!!! I’ve watched this whole build, and to see you progress is awesome!!!

[@williamst.george6381]

This thing is Awesome! I know it happened a month ago, but it was awesome running into you at SEMA and talking about it!

[@totaltreeservice4870]

Props to you buddy 😮 that’s amazing the way you take your time to make it right , so much that goes into this more than the video can justify!!!

[@trailridescj7528]

Sounds good, nice and strong.

[@jefferyholcombe5189]

Use a relay to the switch and use the relay pins that get power when the relay is energized and not energized and this would give you one or the other for the door switches! Look's cool! I am building a 1991 chevy but the ECM is changed and the 350 will be Turboed see boost and run a secondary injection to fill the lack of fuel needs. It will also be running 4 air bags on it to squat the truck to get out and support extra loads when the bags are pumped up a little extra and hope to have ride level sensors after i get it all on. Live in the Chateaugay are in upstate NY and do hot rodding out of my shop!

[@makapa2u]

Fuel regulator also maintains slight head pressure when of - does not let the fuel bleed out in system - no glow plugs but inlet heater - possible heater relay or ground wire is disconnected - check with Cat ET inlet heater test.

[@JasPlun]

Almost my dream truck, my dream truck is a 1975-77 with a DT-466. I would certainly be happy to own that beauty!

[@domcummins4148]

What a cool swap!! I love it!!

[@Georgiakev2007]

BEST project ever! Keep up the good work Rich! The only bad thing is I have a hard time getting work done when your videos post. They’re so addicting!!

[@cmr2079]

Those CAT engines might need the glow plugs hot to get a clean start. I remember in the late 90's my bus driver in high school got a new diesel bus, and she was showing it off to some of us. Part of the start up procedure was to turn the key on, wait a few seconds till some dash light went off, and then crank the engine. I forget the reason for this procedure, but I'm guessing it was either so the fuel system could build pressure, or so the glow plugs could heat up.

[@frankleonard6570]

that is one amazing truck! a piece of art built by a master builder! dream truck right there! 👌

[@drunkrob3514]

Ford Door lock codes are usually hidden on a sticker somewhere inside the vehicle...I know on the suvs they're a sticker when you open the rear hatch.

[@pidgeiam4979]

Love this build. This things cool as heck. Hope to see ya again at Motoramma in the spring. -Pidge

[@DieselNDirt_]

42:20 That cat engine sounds so perfect in an indescribable way. Masterful job on this truck rich!

[@JuniorJunison]

Cats always sound unique

[@scottwhitten5089]

Great to see this project moving forward.

[@69JJV]

They may not see the wiring. To me it is the best feeling knowing what you have accomplished and there is no smoke or flame. Yes I can appreciate the time and effort you put into your builds.

[@JacobafJelling]

The fact that you need your wife to print something for you. But you can keep track of all these fricking wires is really impressive mate 😄 all the best from 🇩🇰

[@chrisbradley7125]

Man I’ve been waiting for this test drive

[@The-Deadbolt-Deputy]

Thanks Rich for the detailed explanation of the electrical stuff. I’m trying to be better at wiring , and watching you tackle this stuff is inspiring to me. Thanks (Seth from North Carolina)

[@locsipocsi1]

I love these F3 Kitty videos any craziness you do any progress you do and any processes you go through it's always awesome to see I love it