Finishing the F350 Frame, Transmission & Engine Plumbing |

[@jlstu3211]

I never really comment on videos, but I want to say "thank you" for what you do. I know a while back you had the option of turning this into a show on TV (I believe), and I'm so glad you chose to stick with what you are doing. Like you said at the time, this way you don't need to compromise your build quality. I'm also glad that you do the work with humility and run your channel without "manufactured drama" like so many others do (stupid, unrealistic deadlines, scripted problems, and dumb storylines). It just goes to show you that when good work is done, its interesting and entertaining to follow without the bloat and fakeness.

[@larsharmsen9353]

Lovely comment there👌🙌

[@jrkbgk1111]

Jack, I agree 100%, I feel like if they would have gone the cable tv route it would have been turned into a "wannabe monster garage" type show, which I know for a fact none of Rich's followers, nor Rich as far as I can tell, would ever want. We all stick around for the relatability, realism, and quality content. I hope Rich and the whole deboss family stay doing things the "old fashioned" way (so to speak), and keep putting out that quality content that we have all come to know and love 💜

[@markbremmer8642]

Not to mention the time it would take from build time to sell sponsor's products.

[@bradleverton3233]

Couldn't agree more.

[@wobblysauce]

Solid content...

[@LoloLolo-xb8jt]

This is one of the best mechanic style channels in KZbin, if not the best! I've been subscribed for about 4 months or so now and it's one of the best subscriptions I've made in a while on KZbin 😁😁

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Thanks man, I appreciate that

[@512undertaker]

05+ super duty axle swap there is a lot a cool builds but for me this is the one ive been waiting to see complete

[@wheetcracker]

17:34 Rich kind of blew right past it, but that fan shroud was low key a beautiful piece of sheet metal work.

[@JustAnotherGuyInTheComments]

I can't even begin to comprehend the amount of work that goes into this build, but I sure enjoy seeing the progress.

[@farmerbill6855]

Rich, your attention to detail is unmatched. I used to restore old tractors, I understand put 'em together, take 'em apart. My friends all thought I was nuts. But damn, they looked and ran great. They really thought I was nuts when I'd take one out farming. But, that's what they were for. Sincerely, thanks for these videos and as usual, best regards from Indiana, USA.

[@randr10]

Like you said, they were meant to do work, so why not run them in the field? If you keep them cleaned up when you're done working them and park them inside rather than leave them sit outside and rot in the sun and rain they'll still stay pretty pristine looking for a long time even with fairly heavy use.

[@Cummins2519]

This truck is easily the most nice and badass build in the social media community right now. Very well done and it's all done right. Quality work. This is why I watch Rich.

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Thank you

[@mambofred7625]

Love the fact your wearing one of Derek's caps, subtle reminders that you are part of a wider KZbin vehicle community

[@shuttlepilot_]

My favorite thing about the FTreeKitty build? The music, definitely the music.

[@mikeznel6048]

What an awesome project Rich! Everything was done right too. That's what I really like about your work and videos. You take the time and spend the money and put the effort in to make them right when it's that kind of project and know what you can let go on other projects.

[@calholli]

There is no "Right" lol.. That CAT isn't supposed to be there. hahah.. Might as well do it all however you want after that.

[@mikeznel6048]

@@calholli I take it you've never built any custom vehicles? Lol. There certainly is a right and wrong way to it.

[@calholli]

@@mikeznel6048 Name one example..

[@ericd7761]

@@calholli Theres a difference between being a hack and doing solid work if you can’t tell

[@calholli]

@@ericd7761 Umm.. No, I can't tell. You'll have to explain it. There's a million ways to do this-- and I can't think of a single one that would be a "hack job" that's unacceptable.. Even if all he did was throw that engine in there, slap an oil gauge under the dash and drive it like that with nothing else working and it's full of dents and old scratched paint. If it started and moved down the road-- its' still LEGIT!. It's still a 4x4 Ford with a Cat engine.. So idk, you'll have to make an example of a "hack job"--- because anything that works is a win in my book.. I guess we just don't think the same.

[@paulhoskins7852]

This is probably my favorite truck build of all time, from any channel. This truck is so awesome. Amazing job, Rich!

[@justinwatch]

It's starting to come together Rich. You need to make plans to run the Quattro around Cleetus McFarland's track at his spectator drags event.

[@Beandiptheredneck]

Cleeter would have another awd monster to need to outrun 😅

[@leviduff2740]

YES PLEASE MAKE IT A 800-1000HP UNIT AND IT WOULD DOMINATE

[@justinwatch]

@@Beandiptheredneck Exactally. 😉

[@stevemcrichards8768]

How sick would that collab be. Can only hope.

[@ericmorin9613]

Loving this content! This is honestly the coolest truck on the internet IMO. Even with all this crazy high priced custom SEMA builds this is still 100 times cooler! Quite different than a 12 valve swap tastefully done and at the end of the day it will be practical while its BEING USED as a truck. Awesome I just love it. I would also like to thank you for having such an organized profile!!!

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Thank you very much. That is appreciated for sure

[@flexjay87]

Quite a busy shop. I remember being your age, i would work all day, then come home and work on my Jeep after work, then wheel on the weekends, then repeat, but that was 25 years ago. Now i am old, and just watch people on KZbin have fun :)

[@joeblow2063]

"I had the government install one of these stickers on the back..." - priceless! Looks great! I'm getting inspired to dump some bucks into my '96 supercab Eddie Bauer. It's clean and rust free, but showing it's age. Been procrastinating on freshening it up for about the last 200k miles. For now, I'll just live vicariously through you haha

[@grant2584]

You really know your stuff Rich.

[@Mikep089]

Your one of my favorite channels,not only because of the insane effort you put into your own projects (yes I know your making money off it but still) but your ingenuity on re using old stuff from a scrap yard that would make most others turn away. The Audi build was what made me a lifetime fan

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Thank you for seeing what goes into the builds. The Bronco will be a more modest build

[@anthonyv9699]

Hi Rich, I would do the coil spring swap which is the suspension out of the 05-16 Super Duties. 2010 axles would be best, and those are 4 wheel disc brakes and you can get them with 3.55 gearing. 3.55 gears would come out of a truck with axle code 3J. The 05-09 axles have 3.73s, not to say that you couldn’t change the gears out if you wanted to. A bunch of companies make cool buckets that can be installed on the frame. Absolutely love this project!

[@mikeznel6048]

Stick with the leaf springs man. Way tougher than springs and it's gonna keep the hard-core tough character of the truck along with the CAT motor.

[@DrEwBaBy625]

Nothing better than transport truck noises! I can speak from experience that air dryer will scare you more than the kids! Truck is lookin good!

[@RobertHolster1]

Rich, that's one of the cleanest builds I've ever seen. All you ever see is Cummins conversions, but Cat engines conversions are a rarity. I love to hear the sound of a Cat engine...from my experience as a truck driver in the commercial side as well as military, the Cat engines are music to my ears!! Can't wait to see the F-Three Kitty on the road! Btw, the cat falling from the tree is hilarious. Looks like something my cat would do.

[@sshep7119]

I would truly enjoy seeing a Deboss guest appearance on Letterkenny.

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Start a petition

[@nyford6523]

2nd vote for 06 and up superduty. I did it on my 89 F350 crew cab fummins and it was so much better. Use the rear springs as well. They seemed more progressive than the originals and used it as a "system" Brakes were amazing as well. There are some good write ups out threre. Also swap that rear tank for a Bronco one. I have a couple nice ones and only on the other side of the lake from you.

[@KingdomOfMog1]

There are a handful of options for rear tanks. All the way up to 45 gallons. Spectre 38 gallon is the cheapest option most of the obs guys use

[@rfusco9251]

The ONLY problem that I have with you is...YOU MAKE IT LOOK SO EASY!!!!! What a great truck!!! Love your vids!

[@kneedragon76]

Yall outdid yourself on this one... might be my favorite build on youtube!

[@thetrainshop]

Onboard air is underrated! I have an oasis XD3000 mounted in a custom box for blowing train horns, but with ports set up to hook up different attachments like tyre chucks. Has come in handy for the wheel that likes to leak when it gets down to -29°!

[@brandonosborne6894]

Saw the notification, had to go put on my shirt. Was hoping there'd be a new one soon when I got it out of the laundry last night!!!

[@damianjackson9084]

Straight up you are one top notch mechanic your builds are like art pieces

[@wizardofhyd]

A lot of great progress Rich, keep up the good work!

[@chevy6987]

Get some 2010 super duty axels in that truck. Love this series. Can’t wait to see it finished!!

[@edieseldad7995]

Rich, the truck is a piece of work! Can’t wait to see it done!

[@gjohnston6052]

I think you motivate others to raise their game. Thank you for your efforts.

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

That is our goal. We get requests to do builds almost daily. I would much rather see the owners do the work. More pride and understanding about what goes on. If you are a builder member on our website, you get discounts to most of the companies we work with too to help you out

[@2H80vids]

I love the way you're making everything look "factory" Rich, or even neater. So often, builds like this are done to "good enough" standards, rather than as good as possible. Even most genius fabricators will cut corners to save time, when it comes to frame details. Out of sight - out of mind. Even though you often struggle for time, you put in the extra effort - it suits you.👍😁

[@garyworokevich2524]

20:33......."strips of be quiet" I learned something today.

[@fullraph]

This truck is gonna be completely insane! Can't wait to see it all finished!

[@lukeblandamer6248]

So exciting man! I can’t imagine trying to do all the work you do, but I sure do love watching it! Keep up the great work man!

[@captaincurt3180]

😮Wait a minute! I'M pretty excited about you working on the F-350, Dad-Gummit! 😆

[@better_than_nothing]

Thanks for this Rich! That truck is going to be phenomenal when you finish it.

[@IR-nq4qv]

Rich , it looks factory, 👍🏻👍🏻 very neat and tidy job, well worth the effort to take the time to do it right the first time. If you can wait, so can we!

[@robertbradford7892]

I love your builds. Well thought out and excellent craftsmanship.

[@nismofreak33]

cant get over how insane this build is!

[@keeganfoster1792]

My dad worked for a container repair place they used the same paint you used very good reviews by him!

[@dswren]

I just watched all the other F Tree Kitty videos. I can't wait to see the finished product!

[@theunluckyfrog3316]

My favorite build on KZbin, such a unique build

[@ssmitty8374]

You are an incredible mechanic and fabricator. And seem like a really cool dude. Love watching you work. Can’t wait to see it rolling down the road.

[@Biggspeed]

This thing is epic! Cannot wait to see it up and running. I always wanted to build a Cummins powered Ford OBS with an Allison transmission but this is waaay better.

[@fonhollohan2908]

Man, That's gonna be one sweet truck! when she's all said, and done. So far! its looks pretty freaking nice. That's gonna be one cool looking Rig Rich. I think you out doing yourself these days as of late.

[@D.r0j]

That truck is absolutely mint

[@KanakaMaoli1]

Rich you are a stickler to detail. You figure things out into the future. Your ideas are awesome. Good stuff .

[@BuildSomethingAuto]

Awesome work as usual! Turning out really nice! 👍

[@petecunnien5368]

You are such a man of details, everything you do makes me want to join you or duplicate what your doing. I love the work you do and the attention to all the details!! That is going to be the nicest truck ever built!!

[@ronp499]

I have never been a big fan of Ford but I have always liked this body style. I'm glad to see one being built right underneath all the body panels. Also thank you for the Tape Boss. I put it on my new tape yesterday the kids and I love it.

[@mikehynes6632]

Great planning - superb execution!!

[@shamblershamfam3597]

Really very, very impressive. I'm absolutely jealous of this truck and your skill. Keep up the fantastic content.

[@bryanmorgan8501]

As a daily diesel mechanic this has to be one of my favorite builds you guys are doing. Freaking awesome!

[@stevevesotsky6849]

I know I'm never going to be able to build my own off road truck, but I must say that your content gives me so much fulfillment and appreciation for good work, done well. I am just so keen for your next video all the time. Thank you, Rich for your amazing work and sharing your projects with us. Can't wait for the C10 videos to start coming through again.

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Thanks man

[@dangerrangerlstc]

If you need a smaller dryer, check out the AD-IS dryer. They're on a lot of the newish trucks, especially Peterbilts and Kenworths. They're smaller, spin-on filters, and governor is built in. Just have to have a single small line going back to the unloader on the compressor.

[@BerryMcCaulkiner859]

Man I can't wait to see it done! I been here for a very long time and this might be my favorite build. Also do a everything wrong with a 6.7 cummins video

[@baconcreek609]

The 40+ gallon SuperDuty midship fuel tank fits nicely into the OBS frame

[@ianpennings2439]

The organization of your time is impressive! Great job

[@JeffSmith-pr1st]

Awesome! build can’t wait for finished truck!

[@troyam6607]

Love it when the Gubbenment provides protective coating for your Ali

[@williamoverton7265]

I'm really enjoying this projects progress, congratulations

[@SillyBob242]

Ok, it's official, you are my hero. Don't really know why this particular video, of alllllll of your videos I have watched, was the one to tip me over, but ....goddamned man, just epic stuff you are up to! The climb through to 'March' with all of these projects 'completing' is just so exciting to look forward to! Keep up the great work!

[@bradregelous1879]

V&R seems like a magical, wonderful place. They always have exactly what you need.

[@KaiserBruh]

LETS GO these uploads are the most interesting videos to watch. Just watching a master mechanic at work is...simply splendid.

[@danielbell132]

You do some badass work man and I absolutely love watching it all go down.

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Love this build, ENJOY watching and listening to every video!

[@BobTheBreaker9]

How this dude doesn't have millions of followers is crazy.. guess he doesn't break enough stuff or puts a cummins in every single vehicle. Very refreshing

[@dieselmutt8865]

More air volume is usually always a good thing. Use both tanks and plumb them together.

[@DMSparky]

Man you guys and The Skid Factory are absolutely top notch. Knowledgeable, creative, practical, well implemented design; all signs of a skilled and well rounded master tradesman. Bravo 👏

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Thank you!

[@DMSparky]

@@DEBOSSGARAGE not to mention hard working too! It shows how much you bust your butt.

[@garrettwagner8880]

This truck build has kept me motivated through all curve balls last year had thrown at me. Thanks for the videos man!

[@omentep]

What a badass rig this will be, I'm thinking SEMA show worthy uh hundred percent!

[@TheFastgeek]

I cannot emphasize enough how much respect I have for your abilities, perseverance and personality. You have the gift of simply knowing how to get things done; granted it may have come with many years of experience, but those abilities are still a gift. Perseverance: this is the first full build project I've watched on this channel; but need I say more? Just unreal. As for personality? Come on. You got hit in the face with that light and, somehow, kept it G-Rated. What's more, you're always smiling and cracking jokes. Hell, even when you're tired, you're still the same good dude. Meanwhile I'm struggling to get my butt in gear and work on things you could do on a lunch break. 🤣 Hope to shake your hand someday, Rich, because I'm absolutely a fan! 👍

[@xozindustries7451]

Wow, it’s coming together fast, looks good

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

That's the first time someone commented that lol!!

[@KaiserBruh]

SUSPENSION ADVICE I believe you should have a Dana 60 ball joint up front and a Sterling 10.25 on rear, which is basically a Dana 70 and you can get disc brake conversion for it. these are plenty strong for what you want to do. you can add traction bars in the back to avoid axle wrap. you can also get some new leafs with a few inches of lift in the front to level the truck if the motor is too heavy for the ones you have now. hope this helps Rich! people also just swap in super duty suspensions in obs trucks but thats way more expensive and requires loads of more work.

[@evanjordan7734]

Coil springs for ride quality will make that beast even better.

[@lisbelalvarez2896]

All I can say is that you guys are engineers. Excellent job. I'm from cuba 🇨🇺 and we love this projects but we lack of every thing.I live in USA but I dream about doing something like this one . I worked al my diesel ,big rig cat c15 and Cummins n14 thanks for your videos I like all them

[@cyrusullmann9917]

I love it. You are the best project KZbin channel I have ever seen. I enjoyed meeting you and Aaron and I look forward to seeing the rest of your projects done.

[@marklarson632]

A lot of folks love the radius arm set ups from the later Powerstrokes, while offering a smoother ride they tend to be PRICEY as far as parts and lots of measuring. Leaf springs... cheap available, lots of companies make full packs for a reasonable price. Comes down to personal choice.

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

Other channels are okay, but here you can learn a ton. The explanation of the work being done really adds knowledge. ........I sure hope there isn't a pop quiz coming up next video.

[@mrolsen6987]

This build is so *Awesome* !! Cheers from Northern Sweden 🍻

[@mynameis63]

Nice work Rich...gonna be a badass truck.

[@windsorwill2261]

Wow Great Job with the Bendix System Rich it truly is a Ford Semi Truly nice Install all the way around can't wait to see the Interior and Cab bundled Up Stay Warm From Edmonton 🇨🇦

[@Watchyn_Yarwood]

I have used POR-15 products for rust treatment for many years with great success.

[@bradleverton3233]

Your ability to fix anything, never ceases to amaze me! Thanks for sharing!

[@jeffmurray983]

It's amazing just how much you know about the builds you do and just how knowledgeable you are and the fact that you are always ten steps away from where you are at the present. I love the f350 build. not so much the ford but the CAT in the ford is amazing. thanks and I look forward to the next video

[@ashtoncrow9368]

I changed engine mounts on a Detroit 60 series in a Kenworth log truck. It had 2 rebuilds and something like 1 million miles on it. They were a huge pane in the neck! All that to say you’ll probably never have to worry about those mounts! Looks like a monster! I can’t wait to do something like this myself!

[@chrisssmallengines7163]

Great video , nice projects . wow keep yourself busy , and have a lot on the go . Looks great ,it will be a dream truck for most of us .

[@alexjoyce1276]

Looking forward too seeing it @ Motorama!!!

[@morgansword]

If this truck is not copied by ford or cat, they missed a chance for their engine/truck to become one of the most sot after rigs in the world. I for one am so proud to witness all of this build. Thank you Richard for bringing us along on the build. I thank you again

[@jaredthisdelle5617]

Man this truck is going to be killer can't wait to see it run

[@CR500R]

While you're at it, you should look into the Reverse Shackle Kit from Sky Off Road Design (SORD). It puts your front leaf spring shackles to the rear, as they should be. Makes for a major ride improvement. No more jarring your fillings out. I really like mine.

[@HANKTHEDANKEST]

CAT content *and* cat content. This is what I'm here for. This is such a cool truck and it's going to be so slick when it's finished. Since you asked, my take on the springs: I'd stick with stock leaf springs, myself. Unless you're going to be driving it a ton, is the extra comfort worth all the extra farting around? Granted, I've never had a vehicle with fresh leaf springs so take my advice with a grain of salt lol.

[@joep8059]

Such a cool project. Thank you for sharing :)

[@ethanrhodeback9998]

U can tell is a master craft at what he does keep up the good work rich

[@throttlebottle5906]

I had a small pile of road signs as a kid and still have some pieces left. the guy at end of road was engineering for road department. the faded and dented ones were free game for employees and the rest went to recycle. I fabricobbled multiple vehicle floorboards and used other pieces for random projects over the years.

[@AllThingsBoost]

The F350 build is by far my favorite going on right now

[@joshua89schultz]

Thats looking amazing, that attention to detail is what makes it show room quality. Glad none of your Dutch rubbed off on this project 😆

[@mechanicforlife9468]

Can’t wait to see it all finished! I’m jealous. It’s going to look awesome! You do great work!