F150 back on the road after 17 years parked 84

[@MrCJF75]

The little braided brake cable goes behind the springs. It is the self adjusting cable. It will fall off that way and end up being destroyed by the spinning brake drum.

[@remko1238]

The lady behind the camera is gold and i would love to see ur goats as a tradeMark in your great vids. Thanks from amsterdam /holland 🎖

[@Sleeperdude]

She really helps a lot ,we have a lot of goats in my newer videos thanks for watching

[@tylerwightman2315]

Great job. I love bringing old rigs back around that have been forgotten about! I like to drain the oil and put a few quarts of diesel fuel in the sump, let them idle a few minutes and then drain it again and filler up with oil. Cleans the rings, lifters, and oil galleys right up. I'll change the oil once more after a few drives. Great job!

[@michaelreece458]

Same here. If a vehicle has been sitting for years l drain the old oil and then add 5-6 qts of kerosene, let it soak for a couple days then drain and then do that diesel fuel trick. Those old 302s can take almost anything and keep running as long as you keep them clean internally.

[@davidrfowler6432]

@@michaelreece458 even better keep the oil fill cap off , drain the old oil and screw on a cheap oil filter and add 8 quarts of ATF fluid ( but do not put the engine under any type of load ) just let the engine run , keep an eye on the oil light , change out the filter several times , drain the ATF fluid and add 6 quarts of a good quality full synthetic engine oil ATF fluid is high detergent and will dislodge all sludge that is holding the piston rings in the compressed position very quickly

[@tweedjohnny8740]

@@davidrfowler6432 that's some good advice.

[@kman-mi7su]

That's a really nice revival. I'd love to have a truck in that shape to knock around town in. Currently, I am working on a 1988 Ford F250 7.3 IDI diesel truck I'm reviving. The truck needs a motor, I found a used 7.3 IDI to swap it with and I bought it. It's sitting at my house shrink wrapped and palletized waiting for the weather to get better so I can swap it in my driveway. This video gives me more motivation, I can't wait to get her on the road.

[@RiverbendJ]

You have certainly had your share of obstacles on this one...I'm proud of your amazing work ethic..you are amazing

[@davidfrank2824]

A lot of people don't understand the love of an old Ford pickup. I have a 1990 F-150 4x4 and well probably had it until I die. Don't get me wrong a new truck is a lot more comfortable but there's just something about driving in an old pickup truck. Whenever I do take it out I always get thumbs up and a lot of times someone makes me an offer to buy it. I've had people knock on my front door and ask if I would consider selling my truck. My truck can sit three or four months without starting and when I go out there and it starts up almost all the time. There is some occasions when the battery does finally die from not using it. I like watching you getting this up and running again. I'm glad to see you did not take any shortcuts.

[@Sleeperdude]

Yeah it is more fun driving old vehicles

[@davidkendall6801]

That brake adjustment cable goes behind the springs.

[@mackjenkins7721]

Man it's awesome to see the truck on the road again. Probably one of the easiest projects to get back on the road. It look like you didn't have to do too much. I know it'll probably be a great truck for your family.

[@Sleeperdude]

It’s actually my Nieghbors truck there is a 3rd video which is actually the first one

[@brianandlindafairchild1237]

@@Sleeperdude good job and sure looked to me that that job took alot a diagnostic and mechanical skills. Thumbs up.

[@robertj2]

Another great job. I read about why you say ‘casings’ which was a neat story. Not making fun, but the way you say ‘awl’ and ‘cawl’ makes me smile, and every once in a while you throw in a ‘coyle’ to surprise us. Keep on!

[@Sleeperdude]

That’s funny it’s just the curse of being from Tennessee

[@ronniebuchanan6575]

@@Sleeperdude I have heard some people call them casings here in East Tennessee here most of tge old people call them tars. Lol! Love our dialect.

[@bandvcreations5955]

Heard you on Dave Ramsey this morning and figured I'd check you out. Lookin good bud.

[@Sleeperdude]

That’s great thanks for checking me out

[@jovettolentino6955]

A very good mechanic.cheers!!!

[@sallyb3]

I learn so much from watching your videos! Thxz guys!

[@joshnjaa5019]

Well done. Great to see another old blue oval back on the road! ❤

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@mikeseguin6443]

Job well done.One headlight out.Right side.I would love to buy that truck.

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@freestang6662]

Sure is a good looking old truck. Cleaned up really nice for sitting so long.

[@dclinks]

I just found this video. I’m very surprised more people haven’t watched or commented on it. Great Job !!!!!

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@robertallen938]

The that short break adjustment cable goes behind the break springs to hold it in place.

[@michaelyarmie4858]

The body is in pretty good condition. Where I live in Winnipeg Manitoba. Trucks rust over the box wheel wells and cab corners are always rusted out. Nice job getting the old girl going

[@jesterr7133]

Some of those early 80s Fords had two fuel pumps from the factory, one mechanical and one electric. I guess someone decided to delete the electric one. The electric one was basically there to assist the mechanical one. Some of these Ford guys could probably tell you more about it than me, but I have seen that before. There was some reason that they did it, but I can;t remember what it is.

[@claytoncoolidge992]

It was the 87 -91 and it wasn't to assist the mechanical pump it was to feed the high pressure frame rail pump. Was an electric low pressure 6psi pump. It also helped with switching tanks and not stalling if you ran out of gas as you switched. There wasn't any electric pump for the carbureted trucks. The "clicky clack" pump (as @vicegripgarage so lovingly calls them🤣) is an aftermarket pump most likely put there to not replace the mechanical pump that was failing again.

[@randallcarney1216]

87 / 88 frame mounted high pressure ,90 / 96 in tank pump only. My 88 has frame high pressure pump but my 90 is in tank pump only. Some carburetor 460 had an electric assist pump.

[@ronniebuchanan6575]

Truck turned out nice keep reviving these old rigs. Loving the 64 Galaxie video's.

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@caseygunn9627]

New subscriber here, man that truck turned out good! Your videos are great, big Vice Grip Garage fan too, I like how y'all do things and funny.

[@Sleeperdude]

That’s awesome thank you

[@shawnreynolds2804]

come on man you really gonna put that brand new caliper on that filthy rotar

[@jbncnow]

Unreal

[@DustlessMirror]

People gotta save money we ain’t all Rockerfella’s

[@jimmartin7881]

Okay Daddy Warbucks, send him the dough to buy new rotors.

[@ronniebuchanan6575]

It will shine right up after a few stops. Unless its grooved out or warped its fine.

[@jonsworld5307]

cant change it if customer saids not to learned that first day on job if you do its out of your pay if customer refused to pay for part and labor they said no to

[@gabrielmendoza1125]

You should consider cleaning the rotors and having them re surfaced

[@colleenkidwell6871]

The owner of the truck is trying to save money so not doing the rotors. Their call.

[@michaelreece458]

Excellent job! That's a good looking truck.

[@Sleeperdude]

Thanks

[@richardshort4587]

My son-in-law has one for sale here in Alberta Canada. It’s an 84 F150 with 437,000 klms on her. She’s needing some TLC for sure but drives well. Panels showing rust but can’t expect much else for a 36 years old truck. It’s a base cab 2 wheel drive automatic with twin gas tanks. The motor is a 5.8ltr V8 SOHC. We would fix her up but getting parts to Canada is to pricey. You Americans are lucky to have the likes of LMC Truck parts and Rock Auto to chose from. Great low prices for these old girls.

[@lowellfunk8974]

I live in Alberta, there are loads of economical parts available here! You don't even have to look hard. You just gotta look. If you are in southern Alberta, look up Checker auto in Didsbury Alberta. 🙂

[@richardshort4587]

@@lowellfunk8974 Thanks for the reply, the truck has since been sold on.

[@metalmindedmaniac2587]

My dad had an 83 and I loved that truck drove like a truck should drive. Hopefully I find me one of them Bullnose Ford's.

[@SaveAmerica-TRUMP2024]

i got a 83 f150 i will sell to you.

[@metalmindedmaniac2587]

@@SaveAmerica-TRUMP2024 where at what kind of shape is it in?

[@mikel.laughridge9480]

such a great job!! I am impressed on your work.

[@Sleeperdude]

Thanks

[@jimmartin7881]

@@Sleeperdude Great channel just subbed!

[@thatguy_jose]

Its too bad they modified the exhaust..very nice truck! Great find!

[@jimmydickson8854]

These old vehicles you end up going through it end to end some times spending more than the vehicles worth iv been there with an old vehicle I had I had it 31 years had to cut my losses and got rid of it last year ,old jimmy australia good luck guys

[@TasteMyPP]

Not about it’s market value, but you’re value rather

[@johnny22single99]

ABSOLUTELY-----> OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!!!! 🙂

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@johngiampapa]

Was the lady happy with her revived truck? You did a great job! Polish in that paint would have been awesome!

[@Sleeperdude]

Yes she was , yep it would look great buffed out

[@bullfrommull]

Get that rig polished. Great work by the way.

[@Sleeperdude]

Good idea thanks

[@walterrobbins4470]

I had a ‘83 3/4 ton with a 460. The needle and seat kept sticking and starving out of fuel. Had the carb rebuilt and it still didn’t fix it. It finally left me walking one time too many.

[@wildcat896]

those old trucks are good trucks and still fun to drive i like ,y 86 ford 150 better than my 2020

[@davewallace8219]

vehicles that se for years. need the brake system replaced...the fuel system gone thru...the trans. flushed and validated....the motor freedom up....first step is to run cold cranking compression...the move onto engine electrical!! that's just a start! thanks for your videos....god bless yall.

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you sir .. yes you are right

[@redbug3777]

Great vids, nice truck! O' the Joy of putting it all together! 😆😎

[@Sleeperdude]

Yeah I like getting something running that’s been sitting for years

[@calebramey]

I have enjoyed the three videos about the F150. I have one that’s a similar year and you’ve inspired me.

[@clydepodvin5026]

Another great video, just wanted to know what is the music you play on your videos sounds familiar but can’t place it.

[@Sleeperdude]

It’s called tiki horizon

[@jacklowe3788]

Them old Fords are Good trucks - What size tires did you install?

[@samknudsen9179]

When working on brakes, you should always clean up the surfaces of the brake rotors even the brake drums

[@Sleeperdude]

Ok thanks

[@bruceperron3796]

The old Ford cleaned up pretty good👍

[@ezepokahontas83]

I love this ford f150 80,s

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@johnperry5102]

both videos were great, super job

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@johnperry5102]

@@Sleeperdude you have a really great channel super interesting and very educational

[@davewallace8219]

this....can be a great truck!

[@paulhammond3488onetime]

That is a great truck nice job bringing it back. Love to own it if funds were avail. Very clean 😊

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@brianeastman3547]

I recommend buying rims from Jegs or through Summit racing.

[@dieselbronco9247]

This is probably the most sensible revival I've seen in a while, no loading the parts cannon and no well while I'm in there I might as well syndrome... What it needed, no more and no less! I recommend disassembling the evaporator core box, that thing will be full of those pine needles and will get against the hot blower resistor and start the truck on fire and all you can do is watch it burn. Ask me how I know! Also loose the fram filters, I don't care how great anyone thinks they are or how many thousand years you've been using them, they suck as bad as old paraffin based Quaker state.

[@Sleeperdude]

Thanks

[@benjaminhunt2395]

Makes me miss my 80 f100 I like that body style

[@Sleeperdude]

Yes they are cool

[@benjaminhunt2395]

@@Sleeperdude lol I didn't think I was going to you to comment year old video ty

[@jjtt7408]

WOW YOU GUYS AND GAIL DID A GREAT JOB ENJOY AND MAY GOD BLESS

[@thekingsilverado8419]

It would look fantastic if we painted it 4 ya. I just had 84 here and for some other unknown reasons that was another one that was found in an abandoned house in a detached garage where it had allegedly been for nearly 21 years according to the folks that now owned the property they had owned the an adjacent property for many years. They said the guy that left the trucks behind in the house was an old miser that never fixed anything. After they get over the bump of our bill there is allegedly yet another blue Ford and gray Chevy truck. All with no visible rust. We did find some really severe hidden decay inside the drivers side fender & the door bottom that just didn't pop out because the truck had not been exposed to weather for many years. As I explained things to them folks the first time it would see weather the rust would come thru the new paint. The rest of the 84 was rust proofed and we sealed all them leaky seems and screws that poke thru the floors of them older Fords. I don't know if there are any other resto guys that do these old Ford trucks because me I have only done a handful in my life time. But it seems from 1986 thru 1996 there are many spot welds that blew completely thru the metal leaving holes in the single and extended cab pickups. It appears the spot welder was not centered on the seems and where it hit a single layer aside the seem to be welded I would find holes from these misses of the spot welder. As stated the Ford factory Quality control missed that critical truck killing flaw. I don't know how things got so sloppy at Ford but I have seen this on the New Body style GM trucks too. It's not a pretty sight 10 20 years later to find rust up inside areas that shouldn't ever have any rust.

[@Sleeperdude]

Thanks for the info this is actually my neighbors truck

[@borilopez8581]

Beautiful truck men congrats

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@alexcheshire4715]

My kind of trucks

[@Sleeperdude]

👍👍👍

[@ronburnett9421]

Looking good, wonder why n where all that water in the crankcase came from 🤔🤨

[@Sleeperdude]

They must have left the hood up

[@StansAuto83]

My tire shops in Knoxville only charges $60 for 4 tires mounted.

[@Sleeperdude]

What a deal

[@ronniebuchanan6575]

You must be in middle or west Tennessee we got some mountains here in East TN.

[@Sleeperdude]

I am actually in East Tennessee

[@floydallan783]

I had a 84 f150. Wish I still had it

[@ricardoduenas3615]

Great work I have the same truck and I really would like some one that can help me out on it it was my fathers truck and was passed down to me have allot of sentimental value for this truck I took in to a shop and got ripped of mechanic took of with my money and not knowing he was going out of business rip-off allot of people and fled out on allot of people if you know someone who can help me I will highly appreciate it

[@johnfranklin5277]

Running over halfway on the temp. Got an issue there, most likely needs a new radiator, also, cooling passages in the engine could be gunked up. Definitely tons better, but lots more to do.

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@raymondforsythe8676]

The brake cable ring goes behind the spring and that flat keeper

[@randyjohnson4501]

I hope you put those new brake cables behind the springs.

[@Sleeperdude]

I don’t remember

[@danielmorley6213]

Adjuster cable goes behind the springs

[@Sleeperdude]

Ok thanks

[@pm270100]

ya did well with all the vac lines

[@benjaminrush4443]

Excellent. Good Job. Shame you didn't get it to fix in the condition the 150 was in 17 yrs ago. Bye.

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@ИванПетров-д4в9л]

Супер. Хорошая работа, ребята вы молодцы. Удачи вам. Звук тихий , нужен микрофон петличку.

[@maicoescamilla105]

Exelent perfec amaizing wooooooow 👍👍👌👌😋👏👏👏👏👏🙌🙌🙌👏👏👏

[@dynamitebillythekidbarger1076]

Do you think you can get my 1992 GMC Sonoma running I got a timing chain kit coming for it tomorrow

[@kelvincarolinaboilawton803]

Oh I knew Ralphi wouldn't miss a ride fa show.

[@Sleeperdude]

Yep

[@donaldfrederick1557]

Damn dude! A new truck when you’re done. Replaced EVERTHING

[@kelvincarolinaboilawton803]

Hello Sleeper Dude what did u clean that tank out with? Flushed out?

[@Sleeperdude]

I just used gas

[@rogerwhite3644]

I think that brake cable went on before the springs. But I'm old. Lol

[@Sleeperdude]

You are probably right

[@johnyb9884]

Very nice red color

[@Sleeperdude]

Thanks

[@NO-background-music-in-videos.]

I might have missed it on the last video, but how did all that water get in the engine?

[@Sleeperdude]

We really don’t know I have to assume the hood was open or something

[@danielpickett1097]

What happened to this truck after you got it running ?

[@Suzjoh825]

I have never heard hoops and casing terminology for wheels and tires. Is it a local thing for his area?

[@Sleeperdude]

Casings is a term used in the retread industry, an old man I used to work with called them that

[@howardgiles6751]

What happened to the cowboy hat? Did you give it back to the widow?

[@Sleeperdude]

Yes we gave it back to her . She is awesome and has many great stories about this truck we live near her and see her often . They bought it brand new . Thanks for watching

[@andersaxelsson2196]

Nice done 🌹🙏

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@iamswoll]

I just heard u on Dave Ramsey, I'm down in GA

[@Sleeperdude]

That’s awesome thanks for checking me out

[@Mbuzisana]

Old is Gold.

[@Sleeperdude]

Yes !!!

[@davewallace8219]

I can remember when they re lined. brake shoes.....yes...im that oldt!

[@Sleeperdude]

That’s funny

[@jonsworld5307]

how old is this video iv been subed for few month and have never seen this video just randomly popped up on youtube didnt know it was this channel at first

[@jjtt7408]

PUT A BUNCH OF MARBLES IN THE TANK AND SHAKE LIKE HELL TO HELP BRAKE ANY RUST AWAY

[@roberthicks9191]

Soak with vinegar?

[@stevenvilardi8626]

Well done video. Maybe I missed it. You showed a lot of water coming out of the engine pan. A sign the truck may have been in a flood. How was the transmission? Was it full of water too?

[@Sleeperdude]

No the transmission didn’t have any water I think someone left the hood open

[@davewallace8219]

leaving a vehicle on dirt for long periods...is very destructive...moisture wise.

[@Sleeperdude]

That’s true they should be inside

[@mickeyvogt4731]

Back in the day we would put transmission fluid down the carb

[@raymonddargie6594]

I can't believe you didn't replace the rotors,come on man,brakes are very important.Not the area to cut corners.

[@Sleeperdude]

It was the customers decision not mine

[@markcollins5026]

Man, I hope you cleaned and repack the front hub bearings !

[@Lecknye1961]

When did ralphie get interested in your vehicles You're working on?

[@Sleeperdude]

About the time I built a shop when he was 8

[@Lecknye1961]

@@Sleeperdude Well I guess I started watching after you built that shop. I don't even know how I even found your videos I guess I just stumbled across them.

[@ChavaT-]

Is the Truck For Sale?

[@Sleeperdude]

No it is my neighbors and they are keeping it

[@madesanjaya3316]

Hope u drain the engine oil 3 time with used oil coz its contain with water n fourth u put the new oil...goodluck dude

[@Sleeperdude]

Yeah we changed the oil multiple times before we started driving it

[@jackiejohnston4413]

Hey man, why are you leaving them old rotors on their they are shot there is nothing left of him, you need to replace him rotors demurred junk

[@Sleeperdude]

The customer did not want to replace them but we did End up doing that later

[@Balpeen]

I cannot believe it runs with all that water in it. You need to change that oil again after a couple miles.

[@Sleeperdude]

Yes I did that is a good idea

[@JamesAllen300]

Do you use any copper grease on the pads which the shoes touch on?

[@Sleeperdude]

No I never have that would probably help though

[@johnnymac1580]

Nice truck, did it have fuel injection ⚡️

[@Shane-Singleton]

Did you guys ever figure out why the oil pan was full of water? That would have really concerned me.

[@JohnSmith-kh8tt]

The water is not right. 17 year with water in the thing. How did it get there. That not right. It was full for sure. Brother.

[@garylandrum9036]

Very infomative

[@kelvincarolinaboilawton803]

Great work

[@Sleeperdude]

Thank you

[@jonathanheadrick62]

why not have the front rotors turned that way they have a better chance of working right?

[@Sleeperdude]

The customer didn't want me to spend anymore than the minimum to get it driving

[@jonathanheadrick62]

@@Sleeperdude I see that's kinda of a safety issue but I'm happy you are saving the old girl the truck is to nice to be seating

[@bradzimmerman3171]

How stupid they put those useless hubcaps on those wheels which are not ment for covers, "covers? Huh for what ?

[@natalebutler6346]

Nice pickup. My Dad always had him a F150 with dual exhaust & glass packs

[@bryce1916]

For what those front rotors cost you should have replaced them they are shot from what I see.

[@Sleeperdude]

Yeah the customer did not want to but later on they came back and had me replace them it was their choice

[@ricardovelazquez1650]

You need the oil pump New, it is necesary

[@Sleeperdude]

👍👍

[@morgansword]

Always room for one more subscription... that one wanted to run in the most horrible shape for the oil cavity was just so full of water... kinda curious as to what this first oil change is going to look like. I am sure that is the one hundred thousand plus miles as too much gunk built up on stuff like the fuel pump an other stuff around it. You have a good hand on diagnostics and it paid you well. The lady ain't saving a dime on using bad rotors but her call until you can find a crack or something showing a fail. One nice thing about videoing a job is the proof that the work billed is the work done. Its between the 302 and the 300 six as to which engine was the all time best all around engine for longevity. I myself got lucky on a 302 engine that was plumb worn out..... I had just dumped some gas down her throat and for one good reason or another it hit and stayed running for the while I poured more fuel through the carb and it smoked so bad that neighbors closed their windows. I took the plugs out after I had kept it running long enough to get it warmed up good. only three plugs were working and the others were completely fouled out. I figured well just a set of bearings and rings, do the valve seals n get it running on the cheap but when I tore it down two pistons had holes in them, and that list just goes on. So to me truly convinced that if they run in that bad of shape then they will go quite a while with some service. Nice work on your part. I like people who act like adults instead of ain't I cool like the junk yard digs boy and his girlfriend Mook. The guys he hangs with are so much smarter that I can see why they drift away from him. He does know how to rebuild a carb but from there, he must follow the painted rocks to get home. Thanks for the videos and I might add, well done on the camera work

[@Sleeperdude]

Thanks man she did eventually decide to put new rotors and brake pads on it later I can’t believe you got an engine running with holes in some pistons

[@jjtt7408]

COULD OF PUT A LITTLE NEVER SEIZE ON THE BRAKE HARDWARE TO LAST AND WORK ALONG TIME DAB IT ON WITH A OIL BRUSH SOME TIMES CALLED A CHIP BRUSH, A CHEAP HARD BRISTLE WITH A 6 INCH TIN HANDLE