ICON 1965 Ford Crew Cab Reformer Project EPIC!!!

This is a long one. Could not help myself, so excited to share this truck with you. I spent extra time on the process, as requested by many. Hope you enjoy!

[@DougSpringer1]

What kind of madman gives this work of art a thumbs down?

[@1demochad1]

don't apologize for geeking out...I would watch these videos if they were 2 hours long.

[@qwiked]

Don't worry about geeking out..best part of the video..once again you "hit it out of the park".

[@joeyscleaninglady2877]

@@qwiked Gale Banks did a differential cover comparison utilizing a similar cover to what is used on the front differential of this truck made by that vendor. Not sure why ward chose that cover but it actually creates additional friction within the differential housing and starves the upper portion of the ring gear. Hopefully we can get an explanation on the CFD that Ward used to determine this cover is an improvement over a normal diff cover.

[@chuckgilly]

@@joeyscleaninglady2877 : I agree with you, The only thing you get from these covers is BLING and some extra magnets, and a drain plug so you don't have to remove the cover to change the gear lube in some cases.

[@guyneault5054]

@@qwiked Well, another classic FORD Defiled, and reduced to Bastard status! If you malcontents cannot bring yourselves to keeping parent company power plants & drive lines in your redos, THEN KEEP YOUR HANDS OFF!!! Man, you have no idea what that does to the true believer! If you "MUST IMPROVE" SOMETHING, How about putting a YUGO 3 CYLINDER IN A CAMARO? SSCHHHEEESECH!!!!

[@PowerSportsQuebec]

Hell yeah! I agree!

[@calevel]

I don't know who should be more proud, a Ford guy or a Ram Cummins guy ( myself) with this gorgeously done truck. Nothing beats a 5.9 Cummins turbo Diesel engine, they just never die. Thumbs way up!

[@Chauffeur69]

I'll geek out as long as you want. I LOVE old trucks. This one is BEAU-TI-FUL!! The idea of the older truck looks with totally modern everything else is a dream come true.

[@CMRich101]

I'm not exaggerating when I say that every time I see one of your videos pop up in my feed, I end up buying lottery tickets either during or immediately thereafter. Unfortunately, that's the only way I'll be able to buy one of your projects. But in the mean time, thanks for sharing these videos, Jonathan.

[@xplorearizona154]

CMRich101 me too. love to see what they would do to a 78 f250 4dr 4x4

[@bighands69]

It depends on how old you are. If you are young you can still earn money if you have your head screwed on. I my self am a value investor which is a school of thought you should research. Even a modest person with enough time using that buffett approach could grow their wealth considerably.

[@ricklewis950]

@@bighands69 plz teach me how

[@markwelch7438]

The TRUEST things ever said on these interwebs....

[@translateslowly]

I was just about to comment that when I win the lottery I'm looking this guy up

[@jeeper5264]

LOVE this truck...oh and geek out all you want!...that is what makes your builds over the others...keep the geek :)

[@PowerSportsQuebec]

If I ever win the lottery, after paying all my bills, debts, give the finger to my local bank, getting a brand new GMC Diesel truck, I'm getting myself an Icon truck. Talk about maniacal attention to details! This guy is awesome! I love the way he come through as a passionate car geek. AWESOME CONTENT!

[@spammy555]

Wow. This truck is just so majestic and special. It blows by freaking mind that there are people out there that would look at this and just see some old truck that looks like it's in good shape. nothing more. Insanity.

[@stefankoles]

this man is an ICON in this industry

[@humanbraininrobotbod]

ICON't believe you said that.

[@jackj5368]

Why not? It's true.

[@davidsawyer1599]

How could one not get these vehicles? They are not Duesenbergs. They are not numbers matching classics. These are vehicles that have slipped through time with little abuse or alteration. No one bought one of these new, brought it home and stored it. Speculating on future value. It didn't happen. Kudos to you and what you are doing.

[@shinigamilee5915]

These trucks used to be the business end of the forestry service. They were a real workhorse in their time. It was before my time but I still love to see them.

[@harleyhaynes]

Just what I needed this morning... cup of coffee and some ICON brilliance. Once again simple elegance but still keeping the truck a truck. Love the use of the 06 Cummins... such a good platform.

[@casper24ism]

I believe this is by far the best looking truck I have ever seen!

[@evanvukets8035]

As a Ford guy that daily drives a 65 fastback I'm not mad at all on the engine choice. This is a true masterpiece

[@arkhsm]

And haven't some F Series trucks been Cummins powered ?!

[@ChevyConQueso]

Ford has used Cummins engines for years in their vehicles, although those have been F-650 and up. As a Ford guy, I would have preferred to see a different chassis go under this one, but it's a damn good improvement body wise. I never liked that era Dodge pickup visually and am glad to see one scrapped for some classic Ford sheet metal up top.

[@geraldtrice4894]

arkhsm ford: I have a 1998 F-Series (800) with a 12 valve Cummins that can maintain posted speed limits on any road while getting decent mpg (10 - 12). I often drive it instead of a pickup for the convenience of addition load space and it can easily park in two parking spaces.

[@VAHOSS]

@@arkhsm ford actually owned 10% of CUMMINS from 1990-1997.

[@lesvalernipi9871]

Kudos to the rich clients who can order these things. Supporting impressive craftsmanship.

[@jburritt426]

That is a beauty. I remember fondly my Dads old 1964 4x4 F250 longbed. We had so much fun with that truck when we kids were growing up. This is a cutie too.

[@stevectl1]

Never fail to amaze me with the detail and quality of your builds. It really is like a piece of artwork

[@Casca4795]

Wish I could have found a truck like this before my dad passed. He loved older 50's & 60's trucks. He would have been in Hog Heaven in this finely tuned work of art.

[@jonothantaylor4201]

GEEK or not, I too could watch Jonathan’s builds all day 🇺🇸⚓️🏝

[@PeterHatch-mx7zc]

Its a credit to you and your staff truly a work of art just a pleasure to view this video i build to sell as you do ! Thks

[@ForkliftJoe]

LOVE the '65 Grill! So many '66 Grills out there...

[@devincanter261]

beautiful truck , wish i had the money to do stuff like this , love the style of the old cars and trucks .

[@maxcactus7]

Absolutely, positively, utterly FANTASTIC!!! 6000 lbs of rolling AWESOME!!!

[@jamesinkeys]

Super smart, that ICON never modifies the soul out of these vehicles. Even though they are highly modified , super upgraded, highly detailed, bespoked, lovingly massaged, every inch breathed on..True timeless classic masterpiece heirlooms...

[@Uncle05Sam]

These builds are so inspiring... I geek out so hard to these every time lol. Keep up the awesome work Jonathan!

[@maya_coqsalonga]

That interior, wow!

[@MrStevoovets]

The day i win the lottery is the day i have your company create a few masterpieces. This truck is stunning. The attention to detail on this and all your projects is amazing.

[@jimcolegrove443]

I used to dream about taking less desirable vintage vehicles and completely redoing them with modern safety and durability while maintaining the original look. I envy you and your "job". Thanks for sharing your videos.

[@tracerloenan8020]

One of your best ever. If I win a lottery, (can't because I never purchase tickets) I will order the same with three big changes that will challenge you very little.

[@TimothyArcher]

Exceptionally sweet resto-mod! All of those subtle little custom touches, especially those made on the interior, really upgrade the appearance, without looking out of period. Very, very nicely done!

[@aussievaliant4949]

I love your RIDICULOUS products.Always careful thinking, respect for the design and clever/funky/geeky touches. Thank you.

[@jodyandmichelle1]

You are not geeking out too much. Honestly these videos are better than 99% on what's on TV nowadays. Great build as usual. This one is especially nice. Still waiting on my lottery winnings so I can have one!

[@maverick1685]

Geek it, Man - we love it! I would Love to have that truck. Very Sweet.

[@miracledesign9942]

I would love one of this 1965 Ford it is my dream to own one. Thank you for this video you did a grate job on everything. The new school needs to know this history.

[@Tmrfe0962]

Watched this now....three times and counting....love it and the truck! What an amazing vehicle.....fabulous doesn’t even come close! Thanks

[@uptone12111]

You do not even have to be into cars or trucks at all to appreciate this masterpiece! I wish I had the money to buy a classic converted like this

[@jasonswift7098]

That is a nice restoration.

[@peterlyons2000]

Best high-end builder in the business. Always an honest, thoughtful execution. Who makes your sunglasses? My guess is you built your own.

[@codiesdad717]

Very nice! One of my favorite trucks, love the crew cab!

[@Titantramp4u]

No...you keep on Geeking out....your builds are SO awesome you geek to your hearts content....you guys don't miss a single thing!

[@aislingmairead4939]

You sound like me critiquing literally everything I lay hands on. Love this.

[@Ecosse57]

"allows me to geek out..." aka a blank check. ;)

[@rswstudios]

it's funny how your scared about feeling out too much, PLEASE take your time geeking out on everything, I'll watch every minute of it!

[@michaelgray2987]

My favorite of all your builds, to date!!!

[@IdahoOutoorPortal]

Awesome build. The paint is amazing. Would love to see more Fords - even if they have questionable donors...

[@MrBruceherman]

Beautiful build

[@gfrank8058]

I'm not really a diesel guy, but you are right about guys with their diesel trucks with big pipes spewing their waste products allover everybody. Anyway I can appreciate the time, dollars, design, and effort that went into this build. Thanks for sharing, awesome build. GF1 👍👍👍👍👍😁😁😁😁😁😎

[@emilprezeau3045]

if I hit the lottery this is the truck I'd want best looking truck I've seen for me old-school meets modern Love it great job

[@thomaswelcomer8443]

I think you realize by now that MANY of us love to see your enthusiasm (and your reasoning!) for the builds. You are living out our dreams! As a Ford guy, its nice to see a well-done truck, but admittedly a little bummed the owner decided to not keep it in the family. This truck answers a LOT of my own questions on "WWJD" (What Would Jonathan Do) with a classic Ford on MY wish list... I have a few others that hopefully can get done...

[@thecraighouse9246]

I always thought nothing would top your desoto nose wagon, but this thing is awesome. Puts my 2016 screw to shame. Oh the dreams I will have tonight.

[@ivarmarkusson382]

dude.. you geek out as you please, thats exactly what i am watching these videos for

[@TheGetpunched]

I was so happy to hear the diesel rumble as the video opened. Even happier to hear it was a cummins.

[@oneyedjake4768]

This truck is perfect...geek on my friend.

[@insolentstickleback3266]

You hit a home run! That truck is spectacular, thanks for sharing.

[@brenthartman6713]

Like so many others here, I am a huge fan of your work Johnathan. You give me hope in American manufacturing and I love that you are so focused on all of the details. Also like so many others here, I wish I won the lottery in order to buy one of your cars. I think you should allow 200 or 300 fans to buy a lottery ticket and have the lucky winner a recipient of one of your master pieces. I know you have done that with charities - the Peterson Museum, etc., but if you “sold” one of your masterpieces this way once a year, you would have no difficulty getting enough folks to pony up $1k for the chance to take one of these home. I KNOW I WOULD!

[@getawaydreamer2724]

I love the outcome. The last time I saw these style of trucks was in the 80's before they really started to disappear off the road forever. Good video, I watched it entirely. Well worth it. Such an awesome truck.

[@TheTeknodad1974]

Simply Exquisite!

[@Digger927]

Dammit, every time you do one of these videos, my vehicle bucket list gets longer and more expensive... This is god tier talent, amazing amazing truck sir, job well friggin done.

[@DMX-PAT]

Your Toyota stuff is amazing, but this is the first time seeing any old pick-up stuff you've done and tit's insane...I am absolutely floored!!!!

[@coolbreeze7725]

Some people get to do what they really love to do; I may not agree with everything here, but I do appreciate the fact that you can appreciate your own work. Super work and what a beautiful truck.

[@Fastback2151]

Please sell the double tap windows. I am restoring a 1972 Bronco right now and would love to have that option and happy to be your first customer.

[@hungryarch7319]

Friggen gorgeous. So much want.

[@wackydoodle1]

1st vehicle purchased (back in mid-80's) just before I got my license was a '65 long bed, w/straight 300cid 6-cyl, & c4 trans for $300. It was abandoned on some dudes property by the previous owner and wasn't being used. Did a quick carb kit & ad-hoc tune up, popped in a battery, and replaced the old gas w/fresh stuff and we drove it up on a trailer to pull it home. Did our own body work, supplied the paint (original Rangoon red w/clear coat), and a family friend painted it for $100 in my dad's garage. Whited out the grill & bumpers, had the bench seat reupholstered in red velour w/white vinyl perimeter, laid in some red carpet, and a had a white tonneau cover made to match. A year or so later, I noticed some water in the oil & turns out the 6th cylinder wall had a crack in it from having been bored .30 over too close to a water jacket. So we put a 70's era 351 Cleveland in it. Loved it, and had it for about nine years as my daily driver before replacing it with a modern vehicle. Even took it to Philly while I as in the Navy (boy it got attention there). Loved seeing this truck done to the nines and am envious of the owner.

[@later2672]

Geek out all you want, that truck is bad!!!!!! Thanks for spending so much time on this design. Looks absolutely awesome.

[@billfitzpatrick6910]

The 65 and 66 were the best looking Fords ever built. I prefer the short bed , fender side Custom Cab, 240 or 300 six cylinder, rock crusher trans.

[@roncook8566]

Rock crusher is a gm Muncie m22 car transmission lol. Never used in any Ford

[@randysrestoration]

Best vehicle you have done to date! Watched every minute of video. Only thing that does not look proper is the front fender wheel openings. I would still take it over any other TWO (2) of other vehicles you have done. Now just do another with a 2017 & Up 6.7 Power Stroke. Shared it on my FaceBook

[@joeyscleaninglady2877]

the powerstroke is an unreliable engine... kudos for going with the cummins it will last the life of the truck and the variant he went with is dead reliable.

[@joeyscleaninglady2877]

why would you put a 2016 engine in this truck? It requires too much electronic integration. Reason he went with the 06 cummins was that it can be integrated alot easier into this truck.

[@randysrestoration]

who said anything about a 2016 engine? I suggested doing "another" with a 2017 & up Power Stroke. The person who had this truck built wanted a Cummin's engine. I have no problem with that.

[@joeyscleaninglady2877]

Have you ever swapped a modern "non-crate" engine into any vehicle? It requires integration with the CAN systems (usually 2 channel powertrain). It is not as easy as doing "another" you have to spoof the hundreds of messages that the ECU's need to see to operate properly.

[@randysrestoration]

As a matter of fact I have swapped more than one "non-crate" 3.5 EcoBoost including all electronics into 50+ yr old trucks. Getting a 6.7 & up Power Stroke into one would not be that difficult.

[@mikerenfro4608]

I learned to drive on my dad's 1966 F100 Custom Cab. I love these trucks and having one with a modern drive train would be incredible. I currently have a 1963 F100 Custom Cab with the unitized body, long bed, and the the big back window. It is in really great condition with only 45K miles. Your creation may inspire me to build it into a more drive-able vehicle. Currently it has the 223 inline 6 cyl. with a 4 speed manual. Thanks for sharing this build.

[@jerrybushman]

I would rather watch an ICON or Derelict video repeatedly than watch any of the crap on cable. All your builds are inspired and perfectly done, luv em, thanks for showing us how it should be done

[@LongRon6969]

If this doesn't tickle your bung hole I don't know what will

[@jetsgo66]

Freedom Child a 4runner

[@specialized29er86]

My wife's hairbrush, that'll lighten up your life.

[@billp5424]

Let's keep your sex life out of this.

[@michaelmoss5976]

It does tickle...but, most definitely not my bunghole. Wow, you're weird.

[@bioticspectre]

m715

[@sixtyfiveford]

Very nicely done. Too nitpick I wish you would have used the f100-f250 fenders as they give a better look as well as the simpler, cleaner 64-66 tailgate to keep cleaner lines(instead of the 67-72 tailgate you used). Again, amazing team you have.

[@keithcleghorn5102]

I joined the Air Force back in the mid-70s we had that exact year and model as our crew chief truck. I loved that truck, but not as much as I love what you did to your clients truck. Man if you call what you were doing geeking out, brother bring it. You are a true artist attention to detail is everything to the process. Thanks and I am subscribed to your channel, keep them coming.

[@brockcampbell8727]

Work to be very proud of! Keep geeking out, the details are what make these toys why they are appreciated like they are.

[@alphahr]

my first car, 65 forest service straight 6 4 on the floor with 17 1/2" wheels

[@immortallyinsane3945]

Awesome truck straight 6 great andimean great engine

[@isaacarmstrong2820]

I'm 14 I have a 63 stock f-100 four speed manual

[@macoyreiber4482]

Good for you! Two years ago I bought a '66 F-100 with the same four on the floor. It had been solidly "farmered", but other than that it's stock. Enjoy your rig, now that you can drive it. I know I will.

[@JWBEATY1012]

Isaac Armstrong......listen to the Bushwacker. Stock is where it is at. My first truck was a 1958 F-100 and i started driving it when it was 28 years old. 6 cly 3 speed Greatest feeling in the world ever. Old vehicle with no power steering no power brakes roll down windows. You just feel closer to the road and you get a true glimpse of engineering at its finest. NOt all that turbo , electronic chip reader bullshit this guy i the video is talking about.

[@kregadeth5562]

Isaac Armstrong your 17 or 18 now and do you still have that dope truck?

[@kregadeth5562]

The Bushwacker who cares what other people think. If we drove old cars to impress others, we wouldn’t buy old cars. We’d just buy new sports cars they cost Less and pull women just as good.

[@sbt5]

Normally I'm an old truck "purist"....a big fan of original engines and such, and a hater of the dime a dozen "resto-mods"...but these are so damn well done that I can't help but love it. If I win the lottery I'll get in line to buy one.

[@mikew2256]

I would just like to say that I had noticed the wonderful flow of the arches in relation to the wheels before this video. I did not however figure out how it was done! Amazing, subtle details on this truck.

[@jewllake]

This truck get me more excited than going to the strip club and getting a lap dance. Nice truck!!!

[@007more7]

Damnit I guess your wright

[@waynemccuen8213]

Had me till......dodge......yuk. but that Ford body ............YUMMMMM

[@roncook8566]

Not fond of the vastly superior power train used in the dodge?

[@garyseaton4619]

Love this truck. You've outdone yourself again... I'm a Ford guy but totally agree with everything you've done. Simply stunning. Some day... 1962 is my target year...

[@completesubjectchange3853]

That might be the coolest truck I have ever seen. My dad was good friends with Bill Stroppe and dad owned one of the first baja broncos. As a kid we spent lots of time at that shop. It would be a dream come true to do a Stroppe inspired build! In the mean time keep geeking out!

[@WeekendWarrior604]

geek away! new subscriber here ☺️ and where can i find those glasses?

[@pigsydney]

I love these old Ford trucks,great watch,is it an IWC?

[@deezhole]

I WANT ONE!!! Very nice, excellent job on this truck. I learned to drive stick in a 1965 ford custom cab. The truck was my dads, and it was in excellent original shape. This is what I always dreamed of doing to it. So cool, thanks for sharing this with the world.

[@kohoko1952]

1965! Best year model ever!!! Year I was born, of course!

[@dembrowi_n_c.5111]

Here's how I see it. You can buy a brand new truck, 2018, with every feature under the sun, the moon, and the stars, for about 135,000 dollars. Or, you spend about the same and get all the same stuff in a badass classic package. It's a no-brainer to me, I'll have the 1968 chevy K20 crewcab with modern interior, NV5600 trans and a 5.9 cummins.

[@quickboat22]

Beautiful, but practically, how often do those rears rub? ;-)

[@jacobamandell]

Epic is an understatement! Perfect blend of classic soul and modern tech. Just saw an original, run down, version of this truck last week. Really makes me want to hunt it down and buy it for a future project.

[@outfitr9703]

Gotta be one of the coolest trucks on the planet. Brilliantly done!

[@robcanob2123]

How long till he says poly urea?

[@georgefranklin6066]

Hi what kinda sunglasses are those your wearing. Big fan of your videos as well.

[@brenttaylor4785]

Beautiful beast, had a single cab 3/4 ton as a kid. One thing we did was use 1 1/2 ton fenders on the front to be able to run 12" tires on a 2nd truck, worked great in the farm's back 40. Thanks for sharing your gifts. B

[@danmurphy1994]

Speechless. Jon W. is the best living automotive designer, in my opinion.

[@xplorearizona154]

If i ever win the lotto, your going to build me a 78 f250 4dr 4x4.

[@mrbadx19]

do they make them sunglasses with bifocal magnification for us older farts?

[@khalid749]

What kind of sunglasses are those? Anti reflective coating?

[@Marauder252]

@@khalid749 Bed liner

[@KalteLanze]

This is by far one of the coolest things I accidentally stumbled on on youtube. Thanks for taking me on a journey with your detailed description of everything you did to this vehicle, for I geek out over stuff like this too!

[@SPcamert]

I can completely live with the Dodge powertrain in this thing. That truck is gorgeous. I love the slant on the B-pillars as well. Really adds something the profile that thing cuts.

[@adjustible]

Couple thoughts... You are generating product ideas that would make great products for others' builds, and I get that your company's not geared to offer them commercially. My suggestion there would be simple- start a product company. It's a really different business, you're right. Either empower a leader or take on a partner where you license the designs, mfr the products if you want to, take some equity in the new company and retain as much creative & quality control as you want. But just hand those things off to someone who becomes great at doing that kind of business. One criticism, and I hate to say it, but I have a geeky eye too: the relationships between the tires and the wheel-well cutouts isn't quite right. The reshaped cutout in the front has a relatively flat spot on the backside of the curve, and in back the tire just feels too close to the cutout and looks like the wheelbase is a tiny bit too long. It's a BEAUTIFUL truck, but before you said you'd mod'd those cutouts, I knew it... and they never didn't look a little wrong to me for the length of the whole video. Sorry- but hey, if I have spinach in my teeth, I want my friends to tell me.

[@StoneysWorkshop]

I want a super cab with a v8 gas and glass packs that dump in front of the tires

[@chriscavlovich8602]

love it .... you build what most people don't have the money too... love how you take time to tell ppl what's in the build . ☺

[@house9850]

Don't care if its long. Over a couple days I watched a 30 part series / playlist by some kid "Dylan McCool" who resurrected a challenger. It was RIVETING ! Love this stuff thank you.