Low-Buck Ford Highboy | Running and Driving for $1600 🤑

[@rjh6380]

The door dent is the coolest part. Adds a story to it, not a good one but one never less.

[@freedomworx]

I laughed soo hard. What else could I do 😂🤦🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

[@dalezegarelli5553]

The truck is nice Compared with today's trucks ...it's a death trap!!!

[@kadenhanks]

Drove a 79 F150 Ranger in high school, floorboards were both rusted out enough to use as an emergency exit 😂

[@freedomworx]

Weight Reduction! Just doing your part to save fuel 🤓

[@nonameavailable7914]

The wife said so. So...get started ol son! Turbo six

[@freedomworx]

😎

[@nickero5804]

very interested in seeing more vids of this!

[@freedomworx]

It’s on the list 👍

[@michaelferera7691]

If the wife gives the green light, nothing else needs to be said. Do it!

[@freedomworx]

Smart Man 😉👍

[@smsjr36]

Straight 6 are tough engines, high torque. Like tractors

[@freedomworx]

I’m a fan of long blocks 😎

[@itseithergonnaworkoritaint7852]

The LS head swap on the Ford 300 is a very cool mod you can do to this thing! There are a couple guys on yt doing this mod, one guy got his running. 5.3L/4.8L heads would work the best because of the slight offset the chambers will end up being. Because those heads are setup for a smaller bore means the offset difference doesn't shroud the valves as bad as it can with the larger bore LS engine heads. You'll probably get tens of thousands of views if you do this swap, people love the weird engine build stuff. If you're interested I tinkered with the cut and weld heads together idea before and asked some questions from the guys doing this swap enough so that I could do it myself if I didn't break my back about a year ago. Like I mentioned, I'm a machinist by trade so figuring out this kind of stuff is on the easier side for me. The hardest part to do this will be knowing someone that can weld the heads together for you after one cylinder is removed from each head. Can't wait to see what you come up with?

[@freedomworx]

I have actually considered doing that. I need to look more into it 👍😎

[@itseithergonnaworkoritaint7852]

@@freedomworx Sweet! Here's what you do to get the 2 sections to line up with minimal welding is to center number 2 and number 5 cylinders with each 3 cylinder section. This will get everything close enough for the small bore heads to work well with the 4" bore 300 vs the 3.779" 5.3L/4.8L bore size. So when you saw one cylinder off of the opposite sides of each head to make one, leave a little extra to fill in the void you'll have to get the 2 sections to meet in the center of the block The bore spacing for the LS is 4.400" vs 4.480" for the Ford 300's bore spacing. So when you center #2 the two cylinders next to it will be .080" off and another .040" off to the center of the block. Working out from the center of the block the 4.400" B/S will be off .040" each way to the centerline of the 2 cylinders in the middle. So where each head is cut you'll need an extra .120" per head so the 2 sections will meet in the middle. So you don't have to run coolant tubes like the one guy did, you can open the head bolt holes up on location so you can weld tubing in so that seam can get sealed. Open the holes up at least 3/8" bigger so the sleeves will have a .187" wall thickness. Of coarse you'll need to do some fab work as well for the intake and exhaust. If you are considering FI look at the Vortec 4200 maybe that intake can be adapted? Not sure what the port layout is on the intake though? But the FI confuser and other components might be able to adapt to it? Or you can make a carb intake for it out of steel if you wanted to? 2 passenger side LS headers with one pipe removed could work? One that is a long tube and the other as a medium length tube header might work out so they don't interfere with each other? Or maybe 2 shorty headers altered to fit? Can't wait to see this series if you go this way?

[@freedomworx]

@@itseithergonnaworkoritaint7852 what about using 6.0L heads? I have a spare set of those and they are 4” bore 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@itseithergonnaworkoritaint7852]

@@freedomworx Well if the valves are spread out more than the small bore heads/smaller valves vs larger valves you could run into valve shrouding or even some valves crashing into the cylinder walls? There will be a whole .080" of misalignment going on with this swap for cylinders 1, 3, 4 and 6 so keep that in mind. You can measure the distance from valve to valve but keep in mind that the valves may not be in the center of the cylinder so that will bring the valves even closer to the cylinder walls. The cylinders that move the intake valves closer to the cylinder wall will be more at risk of interference too? Unless the valves are moved over towards the exhaust side to compensate for larger valves? I haven't played with much LS stuff yet, I would of by now if I didn't get hurt. So basically do a bunch of measuring before cutting the 6.0L heads to end up finding out they won't work?(if they won't?) Are those the rectangle port heads that flow around 300 intake CFM? Heck yeah, if those will work they have the potential to feed 450 HP for the 6 cylinders it has if the rest of it is setup to make that number? ] Check for potential intake valve shrouding as well because that will effect the A/F ratio in those cylinders which will give you leaner cylinders than others that could lead to tuning nightmares? Because of the .080" mismatch is why I mentioned the small bore heads. Unless you want to cut the heads so you have 6 sections to weld and center them where they should be? A lot more work but way better results if you did it this way? Junkyard 4.8L/5.3L heads shouldn't be to expensive I wouldn't think anyway?

[@jedclampett6466]

Too much work!... what I didn't say in my comment from over a month ago was the first thing I did to my 16 hundred dollar '71 highboy in 1979 was to drop in a BBC. Here we are 2023. Time for the 1970 BBC to go into retirement. My eye now is on the GM 4.2 liter I6 Vortec. Looking for engine from '06 or '07. 291 HP with no mods.

[@nsidor1234]

She'll definitely be worth the trouble when she's done... 👍🏁

[@freedomworx]

Might have to spice that ole 300 up a little bit. 😎

[@willmcqueen5917]

Love that truck!!! Go back all original.

[@freedomworx]

I'll keep the 300, and keep it manual...but I'd like a 5th gear

[@coolace42]

Things a beauty

[@freedomworx]

Thank you sir 👍

[@RichardNaslund]

I'd love to own that pickup nice truck good price

[@freedomworx]

Yeah. I haven’t cranked it in over a year. I could charge the battery and bang on the carb a few times and it would fire right off. 👍

[@calebstory5396]

Any movement on the highboy build? I did the same thing with an 87 bronco I inherited, it even has a passenger door dent in it. This build would be awesome to watch!

[@freedomworx]

Nope. I’m thinking about scrapping the body soon, and getting the chassis ready for a good body off of a 2WD truck.

[@hunterstephenson5840]

Good content, just found the channel!

[@freedomworx]

Welcome aboard! Glad you enjoy it 👍

[@hunterstephenson5840]

@@freedomworx the slipped in references are Minty Fresh🤙🏻😂

[@JR-ku3ws]

Yes

[@freedomworx]

Thanks for watching!

[@davidrose2382]

Do it do it

[@freedomworx]

I have so many projects 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@davidjones9518]

Best ford made 300 4 speed tuff truck indestructible tuff truck

[@freedomworx]

Yeah, this is my Zombie Apocalypse truck. It’s basically fool proof. 😎

[@_FaTMaRV_]

Vice grip garage, Southern edition.

[@freedomworx]

I mean, he does live in Tennessee now. He's trying to be southern. 😉

[@_FaTMaRV_]

@@freedomworx yea but he still expects evidence of a salted frame on every video 🤪.

[@freedomworx]

@@_FaTMaRV_ he’s still trying to adapt 😂

[@_FaTMaRV_]

I see a collaboration video in the future. 🤞

[@bennyhill3642]

U just don't see many high boys anymore! But there still better than the new crap there making now. I think it would be good for you to look into what I would take to turbo that 6? I have read that the 88 150 efi 6 i had, had better heads.. I did watch a guy turn a 6 maverick into a drag car, the vid was Very cool. Those trucks were a really good pulling truck/farm.. 😇🙏👍

[@freedomworx]

I plan to keep the 300 and put a turbski on 😉

[@VAbow78]

My 68 was even rougher, swapped on a camper special body.

[@freedomworx]

Same plan! 😎

[@tallhair]

Are you going to do any more work on this?

[@freedomworx]

When I get the time. I've got too many jobs 😂

[@947064m]

one task at a time and, that will build the love between ya'll

[@freedomworx]

She's still with me for some reason 😂

[@dalezegarelli5553]

Why am i looking at a goofy guy. When the main attraction sits in the background.

[@freedomworx]

Ouch 🥹

[@dalezegarelli5553]

@@freedomworx I was stoned when I wrote that comment!! Nice truck ....

[@freedomworx]

@@dalezegarelli5553 😂😂

[@danaborgatti8954]

Is it available? For sale? Today, March 23th 23

[@freedomworx]

Sorry. It's not for sale.

[@TheCustomEverythingChannel]

Well not to bad man do it man but I'd put a 351mod in it

[@freedomworx]

The Big Block is the smart option... but I just love Inline 6 engines. Thanks for watching!

[@BustedKnuckleVideo]

Straight 6 got all the torque! 💪

[@freedomworx]

@@BustedKnuckleVideo 6 in a row, ready to go slow! 😉

[@robnduhcut]

🤣

[@HammerWrench]

Get it chooching!

[@freedomworx]

Needs a turbo 😎

[@livewithnick]

as a Georgia boy you were damn lucky to get a fine woman from L.A. (lower Alabama).

[@freedomworx]

I’m actually a North Alabama boy that transplanted to Georgia about 15 years ago. But I’m reckon I’m lucky regardless 😉👍

[@brianandglendaharkin9457]

Shame about the door hope you fix it.

[@freedomworx]

I’m replacing the entire body 👍

[@76southernpride]

You got a keeper for a wife, if SHE'S saying build it lol.

[@freedomworx]

Too expensive to leave her 😉

[@DadsGarageDiagnosticSpecialist]

#bumpside sighting!

[@freedomworx]

Yup 😎

[@brad6523]

Are you ironically impersonating vice grip garage? Pretty good impersonation but not sure I understand why lol

[@freedomworx]

Not sure why you think I’m impersonating VGG 🤷🏻‍♂️. I do car stuff, and look like his brother, but that’s just coincidental. I did car stuff and looked like Derek long before VGG or Freedom Worx were ever a thing.

[@FIGGY65]

Awesomely cool story…..You should change your channel handle to RUST GRIP GARAGE 🤣😂🤣. On a serious note, I’d do all that was humanly possible to retain the originality ( cab/ driveline and colors) as a tribute to your F-I-L.

[@freedomworx]

I would, but that cab need everything. I want to keep an old look but I want a solid body. I plan to find a nice original 2wd in the southwest with original paint, and plot it's body on this chassis. Thanks for watching. 👍

[@FIGGY65]

@@freedomworx Howdy F/W! I appreciate you taking the time to reply! You definitely need to consider the time/cost to reality of the situation ( cab) on hand! That’s a good plan. Hopefully you can retain your original vin/data plate from the old cab as part of your documentation (with your donor’s as primary) history. Good luck with the rest; I’ve subbed and look forward to seeing your progress! Stay safe-Shawn

[@freedomworx]

@shawnmann9491 thanks for the support 👍

[@jedclampett6466]

Sixteen Hundred is what I paid for mine in '79......

[@freedomworx]

The good ole days 👍

[@richardkautz2947]

Put a crate 400m with an RV cam, and ... A new wiring harness would probably be a good idea. I'd fix the chipped windshield, either patch the holes in the cab (it looks like replacing the cab is a must tho) and fix it up with as many factory parts possible to get it drivable/legal. I dig the stock steelies and mud tires. The stock look would be great IMO. Nice truck, hope you get it done.

[@freedomworx]

I plan to buy an entire 2WD and body swap it. But I’m keeping the 300 Straight Six. I’m a nerd like that. 🤓

[@kiethdavid8163]

Take your time and rebuild it. They are worth it

[@freedomworx]

Needs some suspension upgrades. Rides like an actual log wagon.

[@kiethdavid8163]

@@freedomworx You're not going to solve that problem. Believe me I've owned seven of them. They are a Work truck not pleasure

[@jedclampett6466]

@@freedomworx PS from a '67 T Bird makes a lot of suspension woes go away.

[@freedomworx]

@@jedclampett6466 thanks for the tip 👍

[@ezrawinn9907]

the highboy has a more narrow frame so be careful putting a non highboy body on that frame

[@freedomworx]

I’ll use plenty of JB Weld to hold it in place 😉

[@ezrawinn9907]

@@freedomworx If that won’t hold a good welder and money you don’t have never would

[@jedclampett6466]

Ford went to the 37" frame in '74

[@pi1797]

Drop a 360 or 390 V-8 in it.. Get er done..

[@freedomworx]

Think I'll slap a turbo on the 300 just to be different 😎

[@chuckwoolleryjed1735]

Go with a 460 big block if you engine swap it my 74 has a 460which absolutely rips

[@wtftolate3782]

build it...

[@freedomworx]

It's on the list. Don't know when I'll get to it though.

[@1vester1]

looks like a ranch truck to me unless want to $$$$ at it

[@freedomworx]

It’s been in the family for over 30 years. Wife told me to throw money at it 😎

[@brianandglendaharkin9457]

Shame it sat so long 😡😵‍💫

[@freedomworx]

It’s ok. I can put a good body with original paint on it now.

[@smsjr36]

Throw a 390cu fuel injection in there

[@freedomworx]

I’d rather just slap a turbo on that ole 300 😎

[@davidjones9518]

That’s why ford don’t make them anymore last forever 300 4 speed couldn’t sell parts lasted to long went to v6

[@freedomworx]

V-6 and V-8 engines were just easier to fit between the grill and firewall. That’s why they overtook the inline engines. I love inline engines, but modern trucks would look funny if they had to fit a Straight 8 under the hood. 😉

[@gregbarnes7946]

Why so cheap

[@freedomworx]

It was my father-in-laws truck and he wasn’t ever going to do anything with it.

[@Isthatujohnwayne]

Lucky ba$ta4d

[@freedomworx]

I mean, I had to marry his daughter to get it 😂. Not sure if I’d consider that Lucky 😂😉