I Drove 600 Miles for a FREE Truck - Was it Worth It?

A subscriber offered up a free 1987 F350 Dump Truck. All I had to do was go pick it up. Was it worth it?
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[@tbirdracefan]

Can we all give a thumbs up for the viewer that donated this?

[@bjarnevarme9830]

Nice of him to donate the 63% thats left of the truck

[@klsc8510]

The truck is just the start. Donations for the stuff to replace what has rusted away? I am sure welding rod, a couple of gross will be needed!

[@genesispuredeaf2390]

I already hit thumbs up for Captain ….just because, I always do. So here’s another thumbs up. [insert the biggest thumbs up here].

[@stephenhunter70]

@@klsc8510 That's right, or a donated cab assembly 'complete"!

[@muddawgkomm9642]

@@bjarnevarme9830 seeing the condition of the dump box, cab and hydraulic pump I'd say 3/8ths!!

[@timp3313]

Hey Mike. You need to talk to Clinton about Ford cabs, he seems to have a few spares!

[@dougyurecko6500]

Heck yeah, Clint could set you right up!!!!! Load it up, drop it off a " few " thousand dollars later a John Deere yellow Ford super duty is ready to pick up!!!!! Big project Mike but you got this.

[@timp3313]

@@dougyurecko6500 or maybe Clinton could supply a reasonable cab?

[@CCscott]

From C & C Salvage?

[@chrishelms1967]

I don't see "Road Legal" in it's future..... But to run dirt from one side of the property to the other.....Hell Ya😊

[@cwbean3087]

That's a good deal Capt. But trust me, it will be better to find a better looking cab to change out that trying to fix this one. Those cab's are not that expensive. Hope the best! :)

[@rhondasweeney7271]

I personally would love to see you. Rebuild that dump truck. This would be an exciting adventure.😅

[@terryrogers1025]

She’s a runner young man, go work on the truck and turn it into a Triple Nickel runner, that would be sweet. Give Clint a call at C&C, he is setting on a boat load of Ford body parts, he might actually have something to work with there. Enjoyed this and I am looking forward to this series, it gonna be interesting and fun, thanks youngster.

[@jerryoxley9556]

Hi Mike, Jeeez what a bargain she’s MINT! Just top the washer bottle up and she’s a keeper! Great Vid! Jerry...UK

[@dansevern3291]

Oh, yeah. Great thing to have on the homestead, lots of options and opportunities. Both for using it, and for making it useable. Since I have a dump trailer, (sometimes you do good on "farm auctions") I can tell you that I often wish we'd bought an old single axle dump truck instead, even though I don't have need to make "content." Whatever you do, I bet we'll enjoy the content. Thanks and take care!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Appreciate the input!

[@jamesfoulger2098]

Have seen timber knocked through bed frames for "temporary" fix instead of hauling the bed off right away.

[@davidduvall4655]

Like my mechanic used to say about my old truck, "typical Ford truck they rust but they run". And the switch you were moving to start the fuel pump is th tank selector switch for the dual tanks.

[@bradlewellen7461]

The switch was relabeled fuel pump on off

[@fordnut4914]

They all rust I got ford's chevys dodges

[@beelerfamilyfarm]

I'd sure look for a donor cab. That thing will be great haul truck for the farm with a bit of work! On a serious note, if that engine seems doggy at some point, check that dang EGR valve. Had a farm truck of the same era with that exact motor. It sat a lot and the EGR valve would stick, making it run poorly.

[@KathrinRena]

That's awesome. congrats on the "new" truck, Why not ask c.n.c if they have a cab that they'd sell you cheap, out of all the parts trucks they have there? Worth a try ^_^.

[@bigdaddylee2011]

I've never seen someone unload a vehicle that smoothly in my life! bravo.

[@richardhedrick5601]

It’s a good addition to the farm talk to c/c equipment he has fords setting every where

[@michaelmullins1290]

I'm sure the guy is gonna be fine with you doing whatever you want with the truck. I hope so. The journey has begun.

[@OakesProject]

Well Dirt Perfect has Lt. Dan. Now you have Forrest Dump . . . . .

[@wrstew1272]

Perfect home rig! Price was perfect, and you will be happy every time you use it. Trip or three to your local metal second hand metal supply and a bit of welding practice and your lifetime dirt/ log truck needs a name Guy I worked with called them “dump rats”. I can’t forget about him after many years, and the name stuck 😂

[@alanbierhoff6831]

Oh yeah! This is going to be fun. It’s like starting with a big lump of very rusty clay. The possibilities are endless 😊

[@donbavol9672]

I have a small farm. I have often wanted a dump truck of any size. I am in the process of building a dump trailer with whatever stuff I have laying around. If I had that equipment, I would take all this scrap I have and it would be an excellent truck. In fact, I have the old '97 F-150 4x4 farm truck that I could move that dump bed and rear frame to. It wouldn't be road worthy, but it would sure be farm worthy.

[@buddyreed2623]

Hi Mike. When you get what you want done to the truck, it is going to be exactly what you need to move the dirt you have planned to move. the best part is you won't need to rent a truck from you know who. If the truck is worth $300, then you made $25 per hour to pick it up,👍. Have good days!

[@CaptainKleeman]

Thanks Buddy

[@gakrazykajun]

Ok, that is just cool....you never know what you are gonna see on here....a cement boat or a floating cab dump truck! Great content, great channel. Looking forward to whatever comes next

[@treemonkey_ma1718]

I would jack up the back of the cab and install some wood blocks at the right height! Get the brakes functional and just patch the holes on the bed. Run it with minimal repairs and then get a list of repairs for the future. I have a dump trailer and wish that I had an older dump truck to get into tighter places. It's a beat-up truck, but.... I guarantee that you will prefer it over a dump trailer for property use. A friend of mine has an 89 F350 dump truck, and I wish I had bought it before he did, but his is 4wd

[@toddincabo]

👍 Hey....hell yeah! I see DP is starting that trailer park job, looking forward to that in 3 months.

[@thedelcodave]

I see a ton of work but if the frame of the truck is solid and powertrain is strong may be worth a cab swap. Other options would be to keep your eyes out for a cheap donor truck that needs an engine and do a swap.

[@genegoodman5233]

A little more weight reduction, clean the dirt off the windshield. If you keep getting all this #1 equipment, DP is going to be financially hurting from your lack of renting his equipment. Your talking about some dirt moving on your property, you’ve got everything you need now.

[@paulmartin8212]

You're right. Derek would have driven it home. LOL. Great addition to your homestead. The price was right and I'm sure you will get some great use out of it.

[@JPFogs]

Big decisions there captain, looking forward to the progress either way

[@ronpeacock9939]

Nice new toy… Looks like the drive train is fine.. it’s the rest of it that’s needing LOTS OF LOVE… Looking forward to see what you do with it.

[@sassafrasvalley1939]

Cap’n, nice thing about all that added weight reduction…. It reduces the tare weight so you can haul more payload! Although this one might require a bit more than zip ties, duct tape and welding rod to get it job ready… if you invest in a case or two of JB Weld…. I can’t see it going south on you! Congrats bud… it’s gonna be a great ride!

[@HogshooterHotrods]

Super cool lil dump truck for the homestead, looking forward to you using it and the future videos!

[@PatrickBaldwin1]

I love the new dump truck. I know it is going to be great with the large dirt moving project you have in mind.

[@morgansword]

I am happy that you are happy Mike... no need for anything else is there

[@Bret4207]

As someone who has owned and driven trucks far, far worse than that on the highway here in the Salt Capital of the Northeast (Northern New York State), I can tell you that you can jack the cab back up, weld in some old road signs for a floor and motor around the homestead in near luxury for decades. But as others have said, a different cab would probably be the smart move! Nice find, wish I had one.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Lol love it. Appreciate ya watching

[@tbirdracefan]

I wouldn't be a bit surprised if a viewer steps up and offers up a cab to transplant or possibly a whole parts truck. As long as it is south of you.

[@CaptainKleeman]

Fingers crossed

[@user-fc6kt3oe2k]

just my 2 cents worth, find a cab to replace the old one, a dump trailer is good but nothing compared to a dump truck, several years of cabs should be fit. Good luck with your new project. Look forward to watching the updates!

[@robandnell4305]

Something to think about. When chaining or straping something down, itisbest to do the axles. Sometimes straping to frame your load can get to bouncing and break a weak strap or chain. Think this truck will make a good edition for you. Great find.

[@4051a]

Some steel, a few welding rods and some time you will have that truck working again. The 555 was in worse shape and you brought that one back. Whatever you decide to do it will be just fine.

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@americanpatriot2.06]

I'm sure you could find a good cab in a salvage yard somewhere, or Clint could hook you up. Definitely worth a cab swap. It would be nice if it was 4-wheel drive. That would definitely come in handy for those less-than-ideal conditions on the homestead! I'm sure you could do a 4x4 upgrade, it just depends on how many parts and if they are compatible with the current drivetrain. Another great addition to the homestead fleet!

[@garulusglandarius6126]

For a one day trip plus fuel, definitely worth it and if anyone can make this truck good it’s you Mike. “ quite a bit of weight reduction installed “ 🤣😂🤣. Your positive take on things is inspirational. Excellent as always Mike , best wishes to you and your family, from Britain 👍👍🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@thomasingramfarms230]

Yessssss the amount of sketchiness with this unit is glorious I can’t wait to see what comes out of this 😂

[@Skoalman]

Great deal Mike. Those old 460's are good engines. You might want to reach out to Clint at C&C. He has a lot of OBS ford stuff. He might have a cab if you decide to fix it up. Great video. Keep um coming!

[@iansvecs]

I'd love to see you do it up to be a running truck. Although the tipping trailer sounds good too.

[@bobanderson2807]

I watch all four of you in your area: C&C, Dirt Perfect, welding(sorry about Name), NYA, and you. I am hoping you and Mike do a combination of two different views of taking of the dumpster apart and have the excellent welder make it just farm worthly only... get minimum parts and collaborate videos so both can take credit for dump truck.. Loyal viewer, Bob A--- Model airplane and Part 107 certificate holder. TY

[@sassafrasvalley1939]

Aaron Bumm - Man Behind The Scenes (MBTS) is the welder.

[@karenmullins9356]

I just restored a 2001 f550. Got my body panels from mill supply. Good prices gr8 service. Had to replace floorpans, floorpans support,inner & outer rocker panels, cab corners,door skins. ❤️ your videos. New subscriber from Canada

[@ltshroyer_hoosiermagnets8173]

Great video! You gotta love Free stuff!!!!! Can't wait till the next one! 😀👍

[@B422TMack]

great little homestead truck there. Like somebody else mentioned you might talk to Clint @ C&C & see about a Ford cab. We had a 89 f250 service truck . the ignition switch went bad. It wouldn't crank with the ignition switch but it would send power. So what we did we ran a push button start to like the old Autocars used to have. We also had a disconnect switch cat style master switch that would cut all power to the truck . Mack

[@m9ovich785]

HAHHAHAHAHA Love the New Project. My 87 0r 88 did not need the Brake Pedal pressed to start my trucks Nor the 92 that I had. All with 5 Speeds. Thanks Mike. Mike M.

[@jerryc3050]

Good job, Captain! Good video, too. 👍Say hello to Chelsea and family.

[@kevincarver9949]

Awesome video. That truck is perfect for the homestead. I know you can get it useable. It runs and the bed goes up and down. That’s half the battle. A new cab would change everything about the truck. I’m looking forward too seeing you bringing it back to life. Thanks 👍👍👍

[@Crewsy]

Well. That’s a lot more than what I thought your next project was going to be. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 It’s an awesome start of a valuable piece of equipment for around your home. I think the reason he was able to donate it is because it’s lost so much weight that there was nothing left for scrap value. 😉

[@CaptainKleeman]

Lol

[@dannieschrimsher2155]

Love your channel. Just a good common sense fun guy to watch

[@timeverhartofficial]

Donor Cab will be easy to get they made that body style for years.

[@CaptainKleeman]

I've tracked a couple down. I think that will be the best way to go

[@JoeDriscoll-ux6ig]

source a cab is my vote, great content pulling the engine with the backhoe and repairing for property maintenance.

[@outlawtruckinginc.5542]

This is going to Be a great project and nice addition to the homestead 🙃👍

[@markpeterson5479]

"weight reduction installed" - what a phrase!!! It doubled the pleasure of watching the video!!!

[@weed8653]

Go for it. Used cabs are plentiful and easy to change. 1/2 ton cabs are same. Luv my '82

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@NotJustaTool]

Well on your way to 100K!!! Next push should get you there, great projects and content Mike. Cheers!

[@dknust9]

Love the vgg reference. I love watching him.

[@Lloyd973]

Great addition to your fleet.

[@astonmartin2727]

I would have to agree and say look for a good cab and transfer everything over that you need to make it work. A nice working dump truck around the property will be great to have. I am sure one of the subscribers has a good cab parked off at his place with no engine n gearbox. Good Luck. Awesome content to see the make over.

[@grosseileracingteam]

Hey Mike. Find a decent cab from down south. Get that truck squared away, and now that you own a Ford, you can tow your chevy home when it breaks down.

[@mikesmith8952]

I have two cabs that would fit your new Dump truck if wanted. Free of course but I live in northern MN which we both know isn't close. The rusted floor pans are common as are cab mounts, both can be fixed by a handyman like yourself.. I just rebuilt a 1994 Super Duty similar to yours. I'll send a few pics later not that there needed. Hope he gave you the title for it. Replace the fuel tank as most are bad at this age, condition, IMHO. Cheap and easy to replace as are the fuel pumps. Good luck Mike.. I love Ford's!

[@waynerudiger1756]

Well, there you go - everything you need to open an excavation business! Had a guy who did some work for me once. He had a fleet similar to DP but started out with a dump truck and a backhoe. He said he was happiest then. The headache of keeping everything running just wasn't worth it (he wasn't a trained mechanic like DP). Anyway, great score. Looking forward to it's evolution. I'd look at replacing the cab as the most cost effective route to a working dump truck.

[@CaptainKleeman]

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[@alexosborne5629]

Plenty bones to build off Captain 😁 I would suggest you keep it as a stand alone tipper, can see it being very useful around your little corner of Perry County 👍💪

[@klsc8510]

Hello Captain! I think that dump truck is going to turn in an entire series of little fixes. I don't think anything you can't figure out. Also, I visited DP back in June. Mr. DP has a couple of pictures I gave him to pass on the you. Has he done it yet? If Not, Get after him! In the visit Karen and I got to meet Mike, Matt, and Aaron. I only wish we had the time to meet the entire gang. We had to beat feet for Georgia for a special event we couldn't be late to. I look forward to the episodes of you getting this truck back in shape!

[@martyworley5427]

Great video! Looking forward to seeing what you do with this. Have a great week.

[@kjstutzman7692]

Thanks for sharing Video of collecting the truck! My vote is for this to become one of your “open projects “ (think you said you have three openings) You are a very talented guy, so I suspect you already have ideas of turning this into a dump truck for your homestead. You did say you wish you had a better way of transferring dirt for creating a flat area for the kids to play on.

[@bearcreek42]

Well I'll be dipped! You got yourself a great deal on a dumper!

[@BlueDually4x4]

70.8k subscribers, I would bet someone has an old Ford with a cab in better shape and an engine in worse shape. As many of those trucks are out there, finding a replacement cab shouldn't be too hard. I really like that the truck looks like it has the same vintage mildew and mold as the 555, as well as some of the body modifications. Those extra holes help with air flow and visibility. And if you were feeling adventurous, or maybe got conked in the head, you could take the Fubaru to the next level and make it a one ton. A fuba-dumper-ru.

[@vdub4201]

ive never seen a cab that rusty enough to do that.. pretty wild.. i would cab swap it, or attempt to fix the cab and use it.. as cheapy as possible lol,, your right, Dereck would of driven that back to Tennessee to use on rusty acres lol

[@stevenlatham4397]

Those are excellent trucks, you did well. Any body parts, 1/2-3/4-1 ton from 87-91 will fit and there’s literally thousands of those trucks. The 460 is an excellent engine, and those have a Borg-Warner cast iron 4 speed. For about half of what you have in the backhoe, you could have an excellent truck to pull it with. One less thing to have to rent. We all know you ain’t scared of doing the work. Too bad your so far away (I’m in Kansas), I know where there’s a beautiful rust free cab and chassis retired firetruck 4x4 for $800.

[@canman225]

I'm sure Clint at c&c will donate everything you need...he's got his own ford junkyard out there. Time for another road trip bud!!👍

[@nelsonannett5427]

it will make a good work truck for what you need it for .maybe Clint has some good use stuff to help fix it up. will be fun to watch. cheers captain

[@Chico-td2fy]

There is just a safety switch on the clutch for starting...lol. awesome truck man ⚓️🚢🚜

[@CaptainKleeman]

Apparently it's on both

[@bryanmayfield7423]

Absolutely love it. I follow many KZbinrs like DP,let’s dig,CC and many others but i honestly get bored with them because it’s always the same stuff. I n know what I’m gonna get with you. And that’s awesome

[@garycadieux9649]

YOU LUCKY DOG Can we all give a thumbs up for the viewer that donated this?

[@terryeason4319]

I'll bet you could get a good cab for it fairly cheap. Your buddy Clint probably has one right now. The one he changed on his blue Ford company truck

[@duanemiller5606]

When you consider how many Ford trucks are in junkyards getting a different cab in a lot better shape is gonna be something that’s easy to do so the real trick or question is are you willing to put in the work that the truck needs to get it fixed up or do you want to take the shortcut and just turn it into a dump trailer after selling the engine?

[@Brad.whatthe]

Ohh man you said there was a new project on the way and this is sooo cool, just jack up the back of the cab and jam a log or a big slab of timber across the frame to hold the cab up and off to work we go. You have the 555 to put a pile of dirt where you want it to stop at for loading and unloading 👍

[@scottbamasime4338]

I'm betting Clint at C&C might cut you a deal on a used cab for it.

[@flick22601]

I vote you keep the truck. Take the bed off and weld on it as you get time. See if you can't jack the cab into place with minimum work. I'd then use it and keep my eyes open for a better cab and swap it out. I think doing a little at a time, you can make it road worthy and get a lot of use out of it.

[@anthonywilson2346]

A word of advice - add a bag of cement to a pot of paint - spread liberally over the body (inside and out), wait till dry and hay presto - no holes😊

[@ErictheAmateur]

Hey, you’ve got a running dump truck. You can find a decent cab for $300 to $400 bucks. Swap it out. Everything from 1980 to 1996 should fit on there without too much trouble. I definitely wouldn’t bother trying to fix that cab.

[@dannyisaacs3877]

That's a good deal Capt. But trust me, it will be better to find a better looking cab to change out that trying to fix this one

[@robertzapatka1082]

I see lots of welding in your future. Also Clint does seem to have an abundance of ford pickup parts.

[@allensharlow7763]

I’d fix it up enough for your use around the homestead, like you said: it runs, it moves, the hydraulic system works, , yes it needs some frame woo, and some metal work on it, but , heck it’s free, you have a dump truck, loader/backhoe on your tractor, heck now you gonna give Dirt Perfect competition, Mikes gonna get worried, lol, take your time Mike, and just fix it up enough to use, it don’t have to be done tomorrow, my opinion only, but good deal

[@billyhaddock5540]

Cap, another adventure of what could go wrong. free dump truck, buy use cab, fix the dump bed. nice farm truck..

[@joeystump3591]

From this end would be tough call. If useable would be handy for sure but would have to figure some cost/benefit. I’m not positive but 250 cabs in that era might work? Around here a lot more of them in fence rows. Good luck

[@leer-winnobbeefarms2131]

Hey, good bones are a good start. Congrats! Lee

[@kb7722]

For the purposes of welding on the thumb, the stick welder will probably be much more capable vs an "inexpensive flux core welder". The flux core will be great for lite gauge jobs and you will love it but thicker metal your stick welder will have higher amp capabilities for those jobs.

[@CaptainKleeman]

How many amps is the flux core welder I got?

[@spudgamer6049]

Bit of advice based on my experience with a cheap-ish weld on thumb. Find a piece of pipe with an ID just slightly larger than the OD of the pin where actual thumb meets the weld on piece, and weld that between the 2 ears of the weld on base to reinforce those 2 ears. May also want to try to reinforce the ears where the thumb brace joins the base. Turns out those 2 places are, while not easy to bend, not impossible for someone who runs the equipment hard. They are more vulnerable to bending than the ears on the thumb or the brace, and frankly I'd rather the thumb or brace be the failure point than the base, as they're easier to fix or replace than the base. Don't get me wrong, something was going to give considering the situation I got myself into, but I'd have rather bent the thumb or brace than the baseplate. Though I guess your mileage may vary, depending on the exact model of thumb you have.

[@jimmyturner3715]

I'd put a cab and clip on it fix the front frame wile you swap the cab. You may end up with a truck you could run to town with

[@philliptennis3537]

That truck is perfect for the homestead! Might need a few minor things.. but it's perfect. Hope the breaks aren't a big issue, they can be a pain! (From watching Wes)

[@detornodoes]

looking like a good project, more in line with what you need to accomplish around the property. Brought back memories listening to that carburetor sucking sound with the air cleaner off. Love the tetanus shot hood upgrade🙃

[@willb3018]

Spend a good day with some detailer and you should be good to go. And I appreciate your wardrobe coordination with the truck.

[@anthonywilson2346]

Mike whenever we moved a car or lorry ‘henceforth known as “the load” by trailer all we did was a twisted loop of rope/strap over all the tyres to the trailer and that was it, the rest of the load would follow them, that’s what they do on the road. If you attach any straps from the body of your load to your trailer then the car/trailer springs will bounce when you go over sleeping policemen (or live ones if you are lucky)(joke)and at best damage your load and at worst detach itself or cause it to snap, or is it different in the US of A?😮

[@karlschupp8552]

I had a 73 F250 who lost its cab mounts. I jacked the cab up and shoved a piece of treated 5/4 decking between the cab and the frame to bring it back into alignment!!! Luv ya's from Kentucky!!!

[@paulvanhouts3365]

Hi Captain, what a great project to get stuck into. It will be a useful piece of kit for you. Looking forward to future progress.

[@michaelmcclure8673]

Captain Kleeman, I know a guy who has a few of these trucks with good cab and frames. You could get a donor truck and make a great farm vehicle .😊😊

[@goptools]

Nice score! She's a beauty. I had a 1987 F150 2WD some years back. It was the best truck I ever owned. Got me through one of the worst winters we had with a couple hundred pounds of weight in the back. It would be good to see this one saved. I think the 87 to 91 models had the best styling but maybe that's just me. Thanks for the video! -mike

[@Cedarsman.]

Big new project to be renovated 👍