FORGOTTEN Ford Econoline TRAVEL WAGON: Will it fire back to life after 15+ Years! Part 2

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[@thomasbradley4868]

That van was my brother first car he own when he was 16 years old it nice to see again thanks!

[@sailawaybob]

Cool restoration for 60 years old the body and glass is in great shape and being a automatic and a pop top camper is so awesome. Id swap you my 66 a100 in a heartbeat.

[@leskobrandon6950]

This is a candidate for a Porsche style restore. I really loved that restore, and this is a unique project.

[@radioace318la]

man, I love those little vans. I owned one way back in the 70s. What impressed me most was my ability to work on the engine out of the weather. That alone makes working on one way more enjoyable. I didn't have a carport or garage. just a shade tree. I spend almost a whole weeks paycheck on a new set of points, plugs, cap, wires, rotor, fuel and oil filters, and oil all at the same time. It rained all weekend. I couldn't be happier. My brother upgraded to something called an "AM/FM Cassette" tape player in his GTO. He gave me his old under-dash 8 track tape player and The Guess Who and The Grass Roots 8 track tapes. I wish I could find one around here. I would buy it in a skinny minute. Cheers from Louisiana.

[@eric_seguin]

Had one in the '90s. Never got it running. Cracked block. Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

[@troyken9960]

tip to fix radiators. ...Clean area with fine drill mounted wire brush and /or steel wool. It must be absolutely clean.Use acid type liquid flux. Solder with bernzomatic type propane torch fitted with the soldering iron tip. That will be more than hot enough and keeps the flame off the surface. I use 50/50 tin lead plumbing/heating solder. Works well. Look for old berzomatic torch kits at garage sales. They usually come with all of the standard accessories. I fixed my '65 Mustang radiator with this method.

[@dc4870]

I have a 62 Econoline that I've been restoring. It's a ton of fun to drive around.

[@carlkwasnjuk9518]

In high school in the early 1980's I was in auto shop. Rebuilt an engine on my dads's 1966 Mercedes 230 sedan 6 cylinder. Started it up and there was a knock. Removed the engine etc to find that during installation a power steering pump bracket got bent and was rubbing I believe on a pulley(don't remember exactly, it was a long time ago). Anyway, my point is that I went through the entire process of removing the engine because what sounded like a rod knock was something external and could have been fixed in 1 minute had I noticed.

[@budlawrence4847]

I had two 1965 Mustangs, transition cars that had 200’s. Excellent motors but you already know that! Love it best of luck with her.

[@fredbfredb7816]

Had one just like it. 6 stick put in a 64 ford v8 auto, 15 inch tires had it for many years after.

[@goldenrustorbust]

You would make MacGyver proud 😂 awesome work guys

[@dougdoug2165]

Helped a buddy rebuild one of those around 1972. We towed behind a machine shop and they bored the engine in the van. Kit with pistons, rings. bearings, and gaskets was about $220. Back in the day. The good old days.

[@victoriadurham29]

I love this truck. I’ve been waiting for more on this one. I had a 67 Chevy van that was flat nosed. It was so fun to drive, I wish I still had her.

[@mikemartin1532]

That blowby is just about right keeps stuff on the outside oiled just right love that ole van

[@dougparker4802]

Did you check crank end play? In the video looks like thrust main was severely worn in the . 2 secs you showed it. In-line 6s with to much float aka end play are horrible about knocking.

[@jcpad1797]

Keep up the great videos. With all the revival channels that are popping up, you have what it takes to take this channel to a million subscribers.

[@kbobdonahue1966]

When I was little, my parents had a 1962 Ford Falcon window van. It was blue and it was cool.

[@rocksnot952]

Tip from the radiator shop - clean the area to solder with hydrochloric acid, then evaporate it with the torch. Good fix every time.

[@GrantRTanner]

These old eEconolines are sweet! Digging this build.

[@intrepid5684]

Love these old Ford Econoline vans.

[@rh8611]

Love those old Econolines.

[@chrisevans8308]

Glad to see another 1.

[@BudgetBuildz]

😃😃

[@jeremyrowe743]

@@BudgetBuildz love them all! Just surprised.

[@evillefabrication388]

Your timer reminded me of my younger days, early 70s. A friend of mine had a 55 nomad and an Apache pickup. The catch is he only had one motor. We use to change motors between the two before the motor had a chance to cool off.

[@charlesgallagher1376]

I know the feeling of getting an old Ford van running. I bought a non running 1966 in 1986 from a friend for $150. After draining a half tank of water out of the tank I got it running and drove it that summer.

[@austinkey6776]

What Up Micheal Keep The Great Videos Coming Bro You Should Have A Meet And Greet Sometime

[@imagearchy4782]

Please show us how that pop top works!

[@donaldstevens2888]

I had a 1970 Maverick with the 170 six banger and it was a really wonderful and dependable motor,I wish I still had my dented up multicolored old maverick

[@19mati67]

You are using some great music, I like it quite a lot. I'm Hungarian living in LA.

[@jeremyrowe743]

Dang! What a late upload (still love it)

[@BudgetBuildz]

Sorry! Hope it’s worth it 😃

[@robertlacob8831]

Enjoyed this surprise Michael. I drove a 1967 Econoline with a 240 six, 3 on the tree for 1 1/2 years when first married. That truck went 150,000 miles with no major repairs. After getting laid off from that driving job, I was drafted into the Army. I didn't enjoy driving in the winter as the heater core in front would cool off, but putting a piece of cardboard in front of it helped until spring!

[@kitt7219]

This is such a great channel and sure is good to see you both working on stuff together all the time. Thank you both so much for an awesome place to hang out and binge a bunch of vidya's.

[@anelize_hendrikz]

I had a crappy day until I saw there is a video posted by you!! 😄 thanks for making awesome content!

[@keiththeakston3125]

Always loved those little Econolines ! I lacked in depth perception since birth, yet with those you just sit DIRECTLY at the front of the vehicle. Depth perception is EXTREMELY well cared for !!!

[@ImSpankyDammit]

I’ve had a couple ‘69 Chevy’s. This is awesome! Looking forward to seeing the next video!

[@petemoss9693]

I have a 1966 Ford Falcon Econoline automatic window 240 HP with a trailer package - which was my wife's grandfather's - rebuilt the motor and trans. lots and lots of extra parts - now it sits in my driveway since 2006 because I fell ill sad to say but looking at this video it brings back memory's of driving it .

[@crazycowboy213]

You are what I hope to be when I grow up and I'm a grown ass man.

[@Bri-tg6xr]

A buddy of my dads had oe of these in blue, teardrop fiberglass windows on the back, full panel van. I remember thinking it was hideous, now looking back, it was pretty sweet, I just didn't know cool and I wasn't humble enough to appreciate it.

[@OnkelPHMagee]

Michael, I just stumbled onto a vintage RV sales group on FB. I invited you into it in case this one isn't a long-term keeper.

[@jackempson3044]

They had great six cylinders in them, I've owned a couple. I loved them. Very dependable. They do tend to rust in the corners

[@iMslwf]

Ohhh man! I love the way you guys are working! And the dent in the oilpan made my day…

[@joelowen475]

Make sure you put zinc oil like Valvoline one racing, otherwise the cast iron camshaft will go bye-bye and you will have bigger problems hyper loop also makes a zinc additive for the old cars.

[@Jon_2218]

Thats a very (not ugly) kool camper van, worth some high coin if restored like the Porsche. Those are very good engines with easy maintenance.

[@jeremywimer8842]

Another great episode! Can't wait for another.

[@nickmassey9104]

Well done .its gonna be a weekender .Great lil van Michael

[@MyRandyw]

I had a 65 Chev then a 66 Dodge, wouldn't mind a Ford! Both of my vans made Michigan to California trips nothing but love!

[@markhenderson3498]

Cool van! Sounds like the timing needs to be advanced quite a bit.

[@zeboranews5494]

Да, фургон отличный. Особенно для семейного уикенда

[@ricadams]

way cool. can't wait for updates!!

[@user-yj7kh7ly2b]

Awesome video! More of the Econoline!! Please 😉👍

[@CaptainSteve777]

I had a 1962 with no side windows back in the 70s. Lot's of trouble, but wish I had another!

[@SHOdown13]

How about a portion of the next video, where you show how the bubble top goes up and down.

[@ronbunker5778]

Good catch on the "knock"!

[@dennisbrown2571]

I am so jealous. I am gonna watch for my own oldie econoline!

[@RaimarLunardi]

170??? that's tiny! lol my 1974 has a GM250 and it have awesome sound! Keep the nice work!

[@GregPirker]

Those of us that fix stuff on the fly make “handy dandy workbenches” out of whatever is around. Love how you make it work with what you got!

[@robertbukovac2842]

I enjoyed watching this one. Greetings from Cairns, Australia

[@benjaminbutler1792]

My dad owned one of these for years. Mounted Jeep suspension underneath it, ran 33x12.50s, and had 260 v8 with solid lift cam. The one vehicle I wish he would've kept and handed down.

[@greyhairedphantom4038]

In Australia those Ford engines were fitted in our first Falcons as 144ci and 170ci. Later they pushed them to 200, then 250ci. In the eighties, the same six cylinder block with a cross Flow head was in the EA Falcons as 3.9 and 4.1litre. Same for the 90s when fuel injection came standard. In the 2000s they brought out the intech engine the block was still basically the old 60s ford cast iron, but had different head and overhead cam. They are an engine renowned for there longevity and reliability. In 2002, Ford Australia built what is considered the best inline 6 in Australia. The famous Barra. The enormous horsepower potential and bulletproof endurance make the dual-overhead-cam Barra a very popular engine in Australia; due to that, it becomes a perfect choice for high-performance production. Without aftermarket blocks or heads, few other engines can deliver such high horsepower figures.ery popular engine in Australia; due to that, it becomes a perfect choice for high-performance production. Without aftermarket blocks or heads, few other engines can deliver such high horsepower figures. The Barra can trace its roots back to the 2.4-litre (144 cubic inches) 'Thriftpower 6' from the North American 1959 Ford Falcon. The Barra is becoming a popular engine to import as the Turbocharged version in the US. The very first run of the Horsepower Heros saw Maria Passos’ RIPSS XR6 Turbo run the highest output ever seen at Summernats from a six-pot engine. Spectators in the MPW Performance dyno hall were on their feet as the 3.7-litre de-stroked Barra made 2048rwhp. It achieved 2200 rwhp on its final run. kzbin.info/www/bejne/noHTq5egiZ6DaJo So that little six has some impressive history in Australia!

[@robertjean659]

Love the Econolines, have one on the way to Australia at the moment. 👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@okgo8315]

Great stuff and so enjoyable. Your timer reminds me of how fast it was to remove my old 911 engine, only 20 minutes, by myself too....... great fun thankyou👍🇬🇧

[@stuartkarshagen6274]

Very cool, such a nice family weekend away, van 🤙🏻

[@sivapayen9173]

What a awesome line up of cars at the end with the Lincoln, volvo, Porsche and ford all brought back to life by you and your dad. Brilliant content as always on your channel Hope you get to a million subscribers From London, england

[@jerryhouck2708]

My best bud who is 79 years old , has a '64 Econoline panel that he has had for 30 years or more and has converted it to 4W drive using all Ford parts. It looks 'factory' as he is a stickler for detail and doing things right. It attracts more attention than a Corvette. He restored it to kinda look like a '60's "hippie" van because he was a '60's hippie! We sure hope that you restore this to be a really good daily driver as it is worth every $ and drop of sweat that you put into it. 😎👍

[@reyreyes2884]

Awesome work I love that van

[@ianformer]

Another fun adventure with the Father and Son team.... keep making these amazing memories Mike.

[@ronaldmiller2740]

THANKS TEACHER FOR TEACHING ME HOW TO FIX JUNK!! I DO NOT HAVE A TORCH BUT ITS GREAT TO SEE WHAT HAPPENS.. PEACE!!

[@tomswindler64]

You guys need to do a update on all your finds ,including ones that had to be retired for good.maybe a list,and ones that were sold.good video as always,so happy y’all find these vehicles and try to bring back to life 😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@jdeltoro518]

You guys are car surgeons, you can bring any car or truck back to life. Great work

[@Brock_Landers]

I understand that this isn't meant to be a show van or be based on performance, but I would've loved to have seen you throw a 300 into it (if it'll fit), and a 4 speed manual. Still, to have it running and running well is plenty worth the $250.

[@thadmachia9873]

Amazing job guys thank you appreciate all you folks do!

[@25slider]

Awesome video thanks guys

[@SchnelleKat]

Man that's so cool you went out of your way and put back the orig style eng that it came with, Most would've said "Heck with it v8 time!"... I can't imagine what it'd be like to do a proper restoration on this thing! Especially those out there who have limited choices and are left with genuine rust-free parts and NOS! I know that pain.

[@clarkleakins879]

I understand that you are about budget build. However, I will suggest that you search for a 240 motor. The 170 is okay for around town, very poor power for a highway. Seriously examine the front steering. Old kingpin design, tends to wander a bunch, due to decades of wear. Of course, replace all wheel cylinders. Rebuild the master cylinder. I advise that you fabricate a fan shroud to increase cooling efficiency. Consider adding a front push electric fan and/or a bottom air deflector to get more air through the radiator. Those vans are prone to vapor lock on hot days. Keep it cool and it will be fine.

[@michealmessam884]

Very nice work. For the old Econoline van.

[@donnie2533]

Great video glad you posted keep them coming thanks

[@jerrydineen2827]

We had one of those Ford vans in 1966. Awesome little ride!

[@KurtClark]

Wwoww! The amount of determination and drive you two showed in getting this little guy going is fantastic. Also, you solved the mystery for me on how people got the engines in and out! This was fun to watch. Thanks for sharing!

[@patrickhill8748]

Another great video!!! Great to see you abs your dad working in these together, great memories you will never forget. Looking forward to your next one!

[@unclerick8224]

What an odyssey to get this thing to move. Nice way to stick with it. Looking forward to more on it. My dad had one back in the '60's. It was actually called a Ford Falcon Econoline passenger van.

[@lovetocrank]

I love the sound of the starter when it is cranking!

[@johnnydunbar6840]

In 1980 I bought a 1965 Econoline super an for the princely sum of $125.00. it had a factory 240/ 6 cylinder. What a good van that was.

[@hanselmanryanjames]

Use the tip of the flame when soldering. It's hotter, and works way better.

[@DEFENDINGELVISPRESLEY]

Great work

[@michaelknight1617]

"Whitehouse Road...." Yes!

[@roguedalek900]

Need more Volvo wagon.

[@nowhereman7398]

Is the flex plate loose. That sounds a lot like a knocking engine.

[@phredmyr4697]

Gotta love some tyler childers

[@randys2724]

Need to finish the van I'd like to see what it looks like

[@Bradsroad]

Love the video, it truly is motivating and helps to encourage seeing what can get done by example....I'm going to install a 300 in my '61 Econo pick up, video soon to come :)

[@AndrewHCann]

Excellent video Budget Builds :) also get Engine Flush Fluid bootle thru that motor in engine when do engine oil plus filter to and run in engine 10 mins then drain all oil of drain plug and plus filter! It clean motor too fully also give motor long time life ahead too and think got brand new or rebuilt motor not kidding!

[@robertforget6369]

ive had really good luck with engine restore additive in older engines great video have a great week

[@cereus57]

Love the work you two are doing to bring back great old metal! Can you show how the top works on the roof?

[@matteopalazzolo2397]

check the engine bock number and the vin you can find out if blue engine bock

[@haydenuk02]

Brilliant work and thanks for sharing this with us take care

[@justinsnider3507]

Heck yeah its a runner trying to crank without the gas line on it or gas in the carb. Its going be a cool build for you to have fun in

[@jackempson3044]

My Econoline was very quiet. I had two actually and they were both quiet running even though the engine is next to you. The exhaust was quiet.

[@tkskagen]

That Van is the Ultimate "Do Everything" (except haul Gravel) Rig!

[@taco_lad2849]

That idle is absolutely nautical. Makes me wonder what that 170 could do with a cam and intake/exhaust...

[@oncewaslost1982]

The 144 and 170 are both really lame duck engines. All of the Ford sixes with the intake cast into the head are very limited performance wise without a whole lot of work and money thrown into them.

[@79tazman]

@@oncewaslost1982 Yeah the 300 is the only good straight 6 by Ford in my opinion

[@rockubtzer]

Some 60s transmissions had two drives city & highway... Drive 1 & Drive 2 the highway drive used only 2nd 3rd gear. City Drive used all 3. on the selector it was P, R, N, D1, D2, Low.

[@samuelsmith5098]

I started watching when the porsche was on the 2x6 rotiserie in the back yard . This is special for me because I had another rare edition of this econoline. It had a plate riveted to the drivers door that described it as "truck, carryall, e-110 , 4 x 2. It hadonly driver and passenger seats and lots of tie downs in the rear. olive green with 6 doors. 140 6 and 3 on the tree.

[@MaxGiganteum]

Possible former military rig - army? Any indication of such? - Max Giganteum

[@claudecharland5091]

amazing job man

[@danielventura8073]

Our 64 came with a 240 I 6