1984 Chevrolet K20 Abandoned Farm Truck Makeover! Will it Run?!? Used and abused squarebody!

[@jayh4185]

Mortskes repair and daycare 👍👍👍👍

[@MortskeRepair]

Your one stop shop!

[@cwbintn8949]

*and Olympic gymnast training facility

[@MortskeRepair]

@@cwbintn8949 We have it all!

[@alanwbelcher]

…& sammich shop!

[@alexbaker9967]

@@MortskeRepair is that a gas 5.7 litre or a gm 5.7 litre diesel engine

[@amigaboy]

the saying :" I hate all vehicle manufacturers the same" is a mark of a true vehicle connoisseur :)

[@jockmchaggis6797]

We mechanics say it too.. once you've worked on stuff long enough you come to realise its all garbage, I hold a particular disdain for when anything french or Italian turns up to the shop though

[@amigaboy]

@@jockmchaggis6797 I dont know. I hate them , all but from all the cars I own, the frenchies work the best xD. But Italian. Yeah. A bit of a mechanics horror story xD

[@volvosruinedmylife]

Older volvos are easy peasy to me.

[@amigaboy]

@@volvosruinedmylife i see no incorrect statement here :D

[@bigsmoke1811]

@@jockmchaggis6797 I'd say France has most countries beat but everything is different. All cars are made to break but Italian cars REALLY define junk. All American cars are the same, some have extra steps, some have less steps. Japan had some good cars but even their manufacturers have cons. You'll never find a perfect car and it's quite unfortunate but I still enjoy working on cars, motorcycles, dirt bikes, four wheelers and BMX bikes. I'll work on any vehicle. Pretty much just anything with wheels.

[@seangill7985]

Dude....crushing it with the full length Squarebody videos! Keep 'em comin'! Sometimes you just can't help but keep an old work truck out there working. Cheaper than a new truck any day and WAAAYYY cooler too. That thing's tougher than a $2 dollar steak!

[@MortskeRepair]

Rougher than a night in county jail!

[@larrykelly4905]

Lo😂

[@davidarnette327]

Mowerman in the snow, you should build him an canopy to put around it and a portable heater. Also you did good job with the kids ,you and Duff could start a daycare for Dogs

[@jessetillman2718]

Love how you are with the kids in the video most KZbinrs would be worried about the kids missing up their videos

[@MortskeRepair]

Nah, they make the video!

[@bmacd2112]

For a 37 year old truck, it's in darn nice shape and a very reasonable price as well. Enjoyed the video...Thanks!

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@rsprockets7846]

@@MortskeRepair do an rattle can urban cammo on exterior leave interior alone

[@ricardofierro7041]

How do you know how much he paid ? Or is that comment about how much he wants. Either way how much did he pay OR how much does he want? Thanks

[@troyrosenbaugh9935]

We have mower men here, 4 old foggiest that drive their mowers e everywhere, come of em got DUIs in their vehicles, they always park in the damn handicapped spots. Cops can't do anything bout em unless they are committing a crime and breaking the law. Apparently driving on sidewalks downtown is ok? Love the 84 Chevy man I love the square bodies, and those motors are so easy to work on.God Bless..

[@troyrosenbaugh9935]

My phone pisses me off. Sorry for screwed up spelling, didn't re read it...

[@MortskeRepair]

No worries!

[@Cody-ew5zw]

Dude I love everything about that truck, wish I had the money to buy that one from ya. Love your shows by the way man, thanks for doing these!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks Cody!

[@stuartcote4915]

I don't like manuals and don't need four wheel drive or a full size truck but it is cool. I wanted to put roof lights on my el camino. This thing needs a spot light and a headache rack. Also either a toolbox or a gas pump in the back.

[@1980bwc]

@@stuartcote4915 How can you not love manual transmission? It doubles the fun of driving. I thought nearly all car folks like us liked manuals.

[@IeeIee778]

@@1980bwc yes true but if you make the wrong move to many times it's gonna be a problem

[@troyrosenbaugh9935]

God bless my pota power kit. Saves my ass all the time... I learned a lot watching your vids, mostly great shortcuts, would love to build a hot rod with you, plenty of sandwiches would be drank. Keep up the good work, love your vids and Duff is awesome, my grandad had Brittneys they are amazing dogs...

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad to hear it!

[@bradsmn]

Monday mornings are always tolerable with Duff and Mortske! I look forward to the knowledge, the pain and the humor every week.

[@phdpeach6567]

Hello, thanks for making these videos. I've recently got into the car business thanks to Mortske repair and Puddin's fab shop. I enrolled at UTI Houston to be an auto mechanic. Truly thanks to you both for allowing me to watch and learn what these parts are and how they work. I hope to meet you both one day; keep these coming and I'll keep sharing and liking for the ol' algo-rythm

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad to hear it! Good luck!

[@garydority9754]

Another Great Save!! You just can't kill those SBC's. Good to see Duff's tail wagging again! Keep doing what you do, and thanks !!

[@101IplayWOW]

Mortske sounds like that cool uncle you always get happy when he visits

[@MortskeRepair]

Haha, something like that!

[@greifill]

I'm impressed with your bodywork skills. I spent a fortune on fancy bodywork tools, when all I ever needed was a customized tree stump and a quality, blowout-sale hammer from Comrad Freight.

[@MortskeRepair]

There you go!

[@haroldstrickland1513]

I love the chicken lights and 4 speed manual. My '79 20 Scottsdale and my '55 6100 series have these 4 speeds as well. That is a great truck and looks very solid.

[@stuartcote4915]

From twenty feet away. 😂 It shouldn't have been too hard to find a buyer. Its just an old farm truck.

[@stephensaasen8589]

What a nice low rust truck. Truly amazing how some don't hardly rust at all. The reason your clutch pedal wanted to stick to the floor is there might be a clutch assist spring under the dash. It connects to the upper part of your clutch pedal arm and is angled in such a manner that it creates kind of a detent action. As you push down the clutch pedal, the spring will stretch a little but when the pedal reaches about half way down, the spring starts to contract again and pulls the pedal to the floor. When there's resistance against a working pressure plate, it helps assist in disengaging the clutch. If there's no resistance from a pressure plate, the pedal drops to the floor and stays. My old 1972 F250 has one and that spring is pretty hefty. What's really fun is mine has plastic bushings the spring hooks ride on to keep from wearing on the metal where they hook. I needed to replace those bushings. It wasn't hard popping the spring off but boy was it fun trying to stretch it out to get it back in place...

[@magazinestbarbershop]

Man...from all the squarebody fans out here in the interweb we thank you for all the c10 content Morstke. btw the last video on metal repair was great

[@rsprockets7846]

a master at work

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks for the kind words and for watching!

[@magazinestbarbershop]

@@MortskeRepair Go on keep "Big Red" you know you need another C10 squrebody!

[@MortskeRepair]

@@magazinestbarbershop Nah I'm at capacity already!

[@TheHord]

Nice! A 4x4 with a manual trans, love it, a perfect combo and a good winter beater to have around or flip/sell.

[@rsprockets7846]

keep it a year or two and it will double in value 6k to 12k

[@jamespn]

What I’m thankful for, Greta saying, how dare you.

[@boblamb8421]

Hey Mortske & Duff. That was a really great informative video. I learn something new every time. My 26 T rat rod is done and licensed. Just waiting for the 4.5 inch wide old school mag wheels and tires for the front to arrive from Summit. I have done probably 500 or more clutches during my career as a heavy equipment mechanic. From semi's to pick ups. You made installing that shifter clamp look easy. I can recall fighting many of those. They almost go then slip off. Here we call Crescent wrenches Mexican speeder wrenches. One for Puddin is an Oklahoma socket set. Square bodies are hot here on the west coast. I have offers to buy my 86 C30 crew cab dually all the time. I bought it new. Just got home from the gym and looked forward to spending time with you and Duff. Thanks. Have a great holiday.

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad to hear the T is ready to go!

[@Newtruck99]

I love square bodies. We had an 85 suburban that I learned to drive on. I'd own one any day!

[@Lions7.62mm]

SPEEDER WRENCHES = Mexican socket set up here in the PNW‼️‼️🤣

[@DaveyJonesLockerwithJazzy]

That's the going value for squarebodies these days, I'll need to consider container & NOVA import vat tariff 🇬🇧 ? Price to me on invoice for a fiver 💵 and I'll wire over the REAL value.. that'll save on duty and I can escape The Revenue Man 💼

[@nicholasarrigo3733]

this truck in tennessee would be price wise around 2k not running if you got cheap and did very little to get it running you stole this one man and also you did a very job fixin the bedside too and as i old bodyman once told me i will make a bodyman out of you yet .thanks - nick

[@SuperMAZ007]

Oh yes the lawnmower man is back and I thought he ain't driving in the winter. Actually learned a lot of new things from this video, so thank You Mortske.

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad to be of educational assistance Steve!

[@keithharden7844]

@@MortskeRepair Who needs UTI when you've got Mortske to learn ya.

[@MortskeRepair]

@@keithharden7844 Ha, you ain't learning much around here!

[@keithharden7844]

@@MortskeRepair I am impressed with the bodywork on the truck. You made that tail light look like an easy repair. I probably would have made it worse.

[@stuartcote4915]

@@keithharden7844 Thought he was going to say go cut it out of the parts truck but he was talking about the stump.

[@stomper2582]

I lost a u-joint cap on my 51 international pickup one time while driving it. I was stranded so I replaced it with a 3/4 inch socked out of my tool box to get it back on the rd. I put the new one in after driving it 2 weeks with the socket in it. Being raised poor has its advantages. Thanks for sharing. Enjoyed the video. Keep them coming. 😲👉🇺🇸👈

[@MortskeRepair]

Great story!

[@stuartcote4915]

If you can't fix it with duct tape, use bailing wire. They don't make coat hangers like they used to.

[@markuskrogen4111]

Alan Jackson would have used his finger i reckon.

[@MortskeRepair]

@@markuskrogen4111 Took me way too long to figure out how he fixed a u-joint with his finger!

[@billnalder1017]

Actually the Dealers did that pin striping...i bought an 85 GMC short wheel base K1500, black in color and since it was somewhat of a plain jane and not standing out from the other 50 trucks they had in the lot, they called the best pinstriper in Utah to dress it up and catch somebodys eye....it worked for me hook line and sinker and after only 3 yrs of bank payments i owned it...and still do!!

[@danielsimmons7397]

That is a fine looking truck you have there buddy!

[@billnalder1017]

@@danielsimmons7397 oh thank you sir!..being the original and one owner of it is pretty cool for sure..

[@MortskeRepair]

That's awesome!

[@briandrake9467]

I bought my lo,mi big red for 1k, I found a red topper for the bed originally, and I thought that's a nice top for a long square, then I found a long bed, big block in red. So I bought the truck just to put them together.. and I bought wheel's from Craig, 400 and tires for them, 10 ply 20s cost 240 each,so yeah wheel's and tires cost as much as the whole truck.. and I tinted the windows, got a rear slider,dash mat, seat covers floor mats..

[@briandrake9467]

Fully restored..

[@MortskeRepair]

Very nice!

[@emilmaki3001]

What a bargain, you can own this beast for less than the cost of a Polaris 4 wheeler! Love Mortske Mondays!

[@MortskeRepair]

Way better investment!

[@davesharp5507]

It's really awesome that you take us along with you when you leave the shop and film most of the work. I enjoy watching all the work that gets done even outside the shop!

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@loganpark7993]

Very impressed by the corner repair. I figured you were going to cut it out of the brown box

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad you enjoyed that.

[@martentrudeau6948]

That was brilliant.

[@MortskeRepair]

@@martentrudeau6948 Thanks much Marten!

[@martentrudeau6948]

@@MortskeRepair ~ God bless you and yours, and thanks again.

[@MortskeRepair]

@@martentrudeau6948 Same to you!

[@garyrowan1114]

You one of the few will it starts that I never fast forward part of the vid. don't start making your vids short as many have. Thanks for you entertainment value. Keep them coming.

[@MortskeRepair]

Will do! Thanks for the feedback Gary!

[@Ian-of9oi]

It probably been said in the comments already but the purpose of the shank on clutch bolts is greater shear strength. Regular all thread bolts could all break off flush if you did a rev and dump. Looks good so far.

[@Triskitty]

Your helpers with thumbs were great! They looked to have fun getting to be involved

[@MortskeRepair]

Oh yeah, they were a hoot!

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Great job bring the red truck back to life! Enjoyed watching and listening!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks Loren!

[@johnryder7531]

Back in the 70's my father in law who was a very good mechanic and machinist used to say that by rights a U joint should have four zerks. One for each bearing set. Good video Mortske. Thanks.

[@timothyballinger6280]

What a dream shop. Hell I'd even like to have a shop like yours. When I work on something at home I got to move the cars or shall I say car outside to have any room to work. One day I'll have another big shop. Hopefully!

[@stuartcote4915]

I don't park in the garage. Too small to get in and out of the car comfortably.

[@arnoldozamorano8618]

Every time I get the notion to recover some old heap from its deathbed, I watch one of your videos and I remember why I should just walk away. Salutations to the Duff, the star of the show!!

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad I can talk you out of it!

[@Cristobal_Ygnacio_Arriaga]

$3500 seems like a good deal for this truck. Wish I had money. My family has owned a 1986 C30 since new, that one has a 292 and a 4 speed. It’s very slow but I like it.

[@MortskeRepair]

Stump pullers!

[@Buddy969]

Two Mortske Mondays' with squarebodys in a row! It must be my birthday!

[@BasedBidoof]

I always love how many things I learn from you, while being entertained. Never heard K is 4wd and C is 2wd

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad to hear it!

[@jeaniepatterson2384]

I didn’t know that either! I learned something new today!

[@nukesploder]

I know it might be annoying but man, that was so touching with the kids! Yay Mortske!

[@MortskeRepair]

Hey quit touching the kids!!! Haha, yeah, they were good sports with it other than all the background noise!

[@jimburgess9205]

Good morning, Mr. Mortske. She’s a beauty.

[@marc11467]

Another great video Mortske. I totally Crack up everytime you mention whiskey dents. 😂

[@MortskeRepair]

Haha, we got lots of em around here!

[@tonywoodward3167]

Thanks morstke I had knee surgery yesterday and your helping me pass time love Chevy trucks

[@MortskeRepair]

Get well soon Tony!

[@darryljones9011]

Hey man, there's so much negativity floating around out there. I just want to tell you personally, what a joy it is to watch your videos. I have been working on cars since I was 10 years old, and by my own admission I am a hack mechanic. I am also a handyman. I am also a registered nurse, with a background in ICU. Never owned a new car in my life. Still dragging home old cars and restoring them, to the best of my ability anyway. Just want to tell you from the heart that your videos have been a lot to me, and they are honest. And I don't give a #$$_&#@ what anyone says, you are a damn good mechanic. And at more than one point I have laughed out loud hysterically at your humor. May God richly bless your channel, and may you succeed to your heart's content. Darryl Jones Nurse Central Florida

[@MortskeRepair]

Darryl! Much appreciated for your kind words, your comment and most of all, for watching our content! Have a great holiday!

[@johnm.5848]

There's nothing more American than a man, his dog and his pickup. Great job as always Mort. I think Duff is feeling the Monday morning blues which would explain his cranky mood in the truck.

[@revivalranch4231]

I bet you could buff that paint out to bring the color back around. Really dig this truck. Is it going up for sale?

[@stevedeacon1213]

Check the description ;) $3500

[@92xl]

If you're interested in this pickup it's in basically the same shape as shown in this video with a clear title for $3500.

[@jheibeck6059]

Murphy oil soap on that old laquer brings the paint right back

[@jeromebreeding3302]

You are in a little deep on this one, but if you want to ride, you got to pay the freight. Keep in mind, used trucks are going for a mint, at least in the north-east.

[@tomstarcevich1147]

Dam I sold my 99 ford f150 super cab 4x4 with the 5.4 v8 for 3,000$😳

[@astravanmk2]

Get in! Mortske Monday!!! Not forgetting Duff, he’s ace.

[@robertvance1873]

Hello Mortske, that's a great old Truck definitely worth putting some more money 💰 into it I really enjoyed what you did to it and also learning Thank you, Loved how you interacted with the kids hilarious 🤣🤣. Hope you and Duff Dog had a great Thanksgiving.

[@MortskeRepair]

They're good help!

[@jeff0547]

I have an 84 C-10 and the rear-view mirror kept falling off of the windshield. One day I was at the junkyard and discovered that a Scion Van (looks like a boot) mirror will screw to the roof panel of my truck. NO MORE falling mirror. Just some FREE advice. Do with it what you want. good luck.

[@MortskeRepair]

Problem solved!

[@itseithergonnaworkoritaint7852]

Hey, you forgot to grease the seal before you installed it. Loved the body work part, was very cool how you made the bed functionable for the tailgate again. Would love to see more rust repair on these old cars and trucks before they leave you. Most guys don't have a welder or know how to replace panels but can easily figure out how to use Bondo and sand paper. Maybe offer panel replacement with the sale of some of these rescues? And the cooler ones do the panel replacement anyway?👍

[@MortskeRepair]

Guess I've never greased a seal. Can't hurt I suppose. I avoid bodywork if I can!

[@itseithergonnaworkoritaint7852]

@@MortskeRepair You don't like bodywork but you're so good at it. Maybe get an apprentice to help with the bodywork? A retired guy that wants something to do or a high school kid that wants to learn? Maybe you can get up to 2 videos a week? Dealers choice of coarse.

[@stephensaasen8589]

@@MortskeRepair you wanna grease a seal. I've seen them burn up with no lube on them. I saw a feller replace a torque converter seal on a forklift in record time. I know he installed it right but he didn't grease it. Instant tranny fluid all over the floor as soon as he started it. He got to redo the whole job because of that one little step overlooked.

[@MortskeRepair]

@@stephensaasen8589 Interesting, never have had a problem and I've put dozens of em in.

[@MortskeRepair]

@@itseithergonnaworkoritaint7852 You can't find help, good or bad, these days. Nobody wants to work or they already have a job.

[@nikkodauria]

Really appreciate the up close views of u working in this video. I know it’s hard to hold a camera and work but it’s nice to see the little details and learn from u. Great video.

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@CARSON441]

those pliers that come in HONDA motorcycle tool kits are only the best if you enjoy blood blisters!

[@jockmchaggis6797]

Being an ex honda motorcycle/atv tech.. this one hits hard! Those pliers are the tools of the devil 🤣

[@MortskeRepair]

Haha, I'll be sure to toss them!

[@rickjames4672]

Sitting in the tree stand watching mortske.... perfect monday

[@MortskeRepair]

Good luck with your hunt!

[@JonJon-fn2vq]

I had the same truck in highschool but with red interior. Brings back memories. Am I the only one who got a ad every 5 mins?

[@texasvet7241]

1979 Chevy Silverado, sliding back glass, windows rolled down, Motley Crue blaring out the speakers, Miller Lite box proceeds to be sucked through the back glass at 60 mph. All this combined causes so much puckerage a needle and a sledge hammer stand no chance. Love those old square bodies.

[@MortskeRepair]

Hahaha good times!

[@texasvet7241]

@@MortskeRepair the 80’s were the best.

[@rssvss]

thank you for making mondays a day to look forward too! God bless you!!

[@bmandiego]

Mortske's school for mechanics and gymnastics. Crazy shop.

[@MortskeRepair]

Your one stop shop!

[@bmandiego]

@@MortskeRepair Too funny!

[@jockmchaggis6797]

Rare day off for me so I get to watch as soon as its posted! Sweet looking rig

[@jeffrrey6791]

Definitely wanna just watch more vids of this truck getting matianced ,all fixed up. Smiling watching stuff get fixed making that truck happy

[@stuartcote4915]

All trucks need mud flaps.

[@BobPegram]

I just watched Alex of LegitStreetCars redo/detail his Model S Tesla. Appearance was a BIG FACTOR in it! That's not me or you. If you gave me a Tesla, I'd run it, but I wouldn't buy one yet. Something inbetween the "detailed car" and what you leave unfixed on your cars suits me. I will say this though, the man has Taste! His black chrome wheels are wonderful. I share his liking for blue and his carbon fiber wrap of the chrome was spot on too! One thing to note was the practicality of the wraps he used. They self heal from scratches with heat, which could just be a day out in the warm sun. That's protection from most envious keyers! I just wish Tesla would abandon the "a grille goes here" look on the front of their cars. Make an entirely rounded front end with the 2.5 mph bumper behind a soft curved skin, similar to 4th Gen Firebirds.

[@wrenchesinmotion3282]

Keep one side of the stump flat, and the other end concave. Dual purpose. Just ordered my Duff mug and sticker. Can't wait to drink some coffee with Duff.

[@MortskeRepair]

Much appreciated!

[@J.R.in_WV]

Figures she sold quick, I just hope the new owner doesn’t lift it and or put bigger than 16.5” steel wheels on it, right now it’s just what a square body should be: stock height, stock steel wheels painted white and poverty caps!

[@DodgemanSlease]

I accidentally used a stump for body work once. Didn’t try the circular saw trick. And also while in the other shop, you stated “you are and gentleman and a scholar “ only ever heard that on the office. I enjoyed that part as well. As always great weekly video. I’ve really been enjoying them more since they’re longer.

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@browncarp]

I was at the Moultrie swap meet last weekend and saw a fellow walking around with a Puddin's Fab Shop T-shirt on.

[@MortskeRepair]

That's awesome!

[@stevotheoneandonly]

Hell Yeah, Monday again. I just have to wait 3 hours before I get home from driving the school bus.

[@MortskeRepair]

You got this!

[@Chris-uq5mg]

Another exceptional video that would be easy to watch several times. A very comprehensive review of 80s square body trucks, where from and what to look for in a "dry" example; why to keep and look for spares like seats, mirrors, and running light parts; how to sort out a failing clutch, what to address when replacing one from axle to axle. That would be such a cool truck to own, having been through your shop and used to both teach so many viewers but also inspire so many more. Diff fluids, venting and failed pinion seal; replacing a U-joint; gear spacing with the 465; goose neck towing, and refurbishing the tailgate and left rear corner/lights - the list goes on and on. Great job!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks much Chris!

[@burtonbird5518]

Girl had me sketched out when it looked like she was gonna do a pull-up on the crossmember. Liked the clutch repair. Best how to vid. Need to see a Duff rabbit hunt. Great pheasant hunt vid. Do more hunting videos. Reminds me of the comical Uncle Sets you above the rest of the other channels. Thumbs up. Do more. Thank you

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks much!

[@aleccampbell7797]

nothing better then having a rain day and finding out there's a new mortske video out. even better its a chevy!!

[@somerandomguy3868]

Few things are as satisfying as a fresh clutch, I don't care how many times you've done it, it's gonna chirp the tires and or stall the ( smaller engines ) but the first time you let the clutch out it chirps

[@Captgreatvalue]

Mort I have to say the huge difference between yours and puddings show is the funny video references….. “Rich Corinthian leather” this is why I’m a fan for the rest of your time making videos thanks for making my work days better lol

[@MortskeRepair]

Much appreciated!

[@darkwind9000]

After a long week getting to watch these videos makes me smile!

[@bigalsmallengines]

The year I graduated high school!!! Nice to see it run again. Cheers! 🍻

[@MortskeRepair]

Same here!

[@terryeustice5399]

Mortske you did a great job piecing this 4X4 back in running shape. Would make a great work truck. Thank you for your video. Enjoyed it.

[@jos642]

Awesome truck I’ve got a 83 k20 4x4 350 4 barrel 4 speed if u count granny gear L with 3 speed just put rocky ridge life 2 new tanks I love ❤️ it Good luck with her n God Bless 🙏❤️👍

[@gregsv64]

Got to tell you that back in school, the 80's. We had a Chevy Scottsdale for our building trades class. 4 wheel drive, had a nice stock lift to her. Miss the Ole girl. One of my favorite Chevy trucks was the Scottsdale editions. Love the channel and content. I'm from Vermont. God bless you and Duff.

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks much Greg!

[@lazarbeam8061]

as a normal person it is so nice to see the struggles of a lube tuber love the extras in the video

[@jeff72496]

My brother passed away a couple weeks ago and he left me his square body. He had so many plans for the truck. He built it from the ground up. I'm so excited to be able to finish his truck the way he wanted. This was a great video and educated me on this truck. The truck needs a little tlc. I wish I had knowledge you and my brother had on working on these trucks. He always wanted to do a Cummins engine swap but unfortunately I am not educated enough to do something like that. But maybe I'll give it a shot for my brother if I can find a Cummins. If not I think the 350 will do just fine for now lol

[@MortskeRepair]

They're pretty straight forward

[@troyrosenbaugh9935]

I have straightened tons of stuff over the years and every one I do there's something new to beat in.

[@DavidGragg82]

Ole Mortske and Duff make Mondays not so bad.

[@albundy8139]

Went to get to work and my computer is broken, IT doesn't know when it will be fixed so I guess I'm just hanging out with Mortske and Duff!

[@MortskeRepair]

Lucky!

[@evanthompson3727]

Square body trucks are so cool. I love my newer truck, but wish trucks today had that simple yet solid feeling.

[@GMguy-wv4qc]

Fine old truck! Looking at the background makes me miss driving around through the cornfields in Ohio and Michigan with my coonhound..a man can get a lot of thinking done that way.

[@stevebeavers3754]

Geez, a first start with a battery and some gas! Nice to see an easier one get some love.

[@danielharder2052]

Good to see someone fixing stuff instead of r&r

[@jeff6732]

Thank you you brought back a lot of great memories working on old Chevy trucks

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad you enjoyed it jeff!

[@mikeniesen2213]

I just can't belive the condition of that old girl she even still had paint on the under carage thanks for a great video you are a very talented man

[@MortskeRepair]

Thank you Mike!

[@DavoShed]

Hilarious with the kids running around. You have a great rapport with kids.

[@MortskeRepair]

Haha, I got something alright!

[@DavoShed]

@@MortskeRepair Yay Uncle Mortske’s here! Let’s Riot. ;)

[@MortskeRepair]

@@DavoShed Pretty sure they're like that all the time!

[@stevenlatham4397]

You know, that kid actually was a pretty good cameraman lol This was an excellent video, such a wide range of work.

[@MortskeRepair]

Yeah he wasn't bad!

[@SuEnRoD]

Keep this trick I devised years ago for the future when you do carbutator work.. Try this... Heat the plastic tube from the carb cleaner spray with a lighter (about 1/4-1/2 inch from the end. Then pull on each end of the tube to stretch it. This makes the outer/inner tube diameter smaller and more of a pin point. When the melted plastic solidifies, use small wire clippers or nail clippers to snip the tube at the smallest diameter that still provides flow when spraying. The cleaner comes out like a pin point pressure washer and the shrunken plastic tube end fits inside whatever port your spaying thru. You can also do the same to create 90 degree angles in the plastic tube to spray sideways inside long venturi tubes. I used to make/keep custom tubes around for these situations. Hope this makes sense. BTW.... Great videos.

[@MortskeRepair]

Great tip!

[@Markdc94]

You REALLY, REALLY, REALLY NEED A 2 POST LIFT in your shop. luckily your still young and you can still work off the floor. The time will come before you know it the ground gets really far away. The lift would add many years on your life!! I paid $1,500 for my 10,000 lb lift new and i LOVE it!!!! believe me you can afford that to save your back!! Keep the video's coming, i love to listen while i'm hard at work in my own shop. My love is to save the old classic Mercedes Benz, 1970's-mid 1990s.

[@MortskeRepair]

ceiling height is too low...

[@dwalmop2]

You've got more patience than me! I may have gone to a junkyard and just sliced out another piece from another box to weld back in there.

[@AndrewHCann]

Excellent video Mortske Repair :) also that truck for K20 light duty 3/4 be have 9.50/ 16.5 LT or 8.75/16.5 LT Load Range D and may hard find also get 225/75/16 load range D or 235 or 245 or 265 in 16 sizes in Load Range B to F also have 388 or 411 rear end gears and fuel be 8 local and 15 on highway drives ! Also get 8 bolt on 16 rims and 8,000 pound truck 6 leaf springs but 25 and all 1 tons 30 or 35 are 11.000 pounds ones with 8 to 10 leafs springs! Those 350 V8 be 2 or 4 bolts mains and 280 to 320 hp with 350 torque! In 4 barrel carb most are but some people got in 2 barrel carb but rare! Those truck had Turbo 400 3 speed Automatic, 700SR 4speed Overdrive Automatic transmission to Manual 3 speed in Coulmn Shifter and but floor shifter are Manual Creeper 4speed Overdrive and Manual Power Shifter 5 speed ! 208 transfer case for 4×4 ! Also those trucks had sticker T for Am/Fm radio antenna on front windshield and some people got steal whip on in left or right fender too option back then any 4 radio decks and West Coast mirrors too! Options back window 2 types also 2 fuel tanks in 35 to 65 gallons ! One fun part was that 3 gauges types for Volts , Oil , Temperature, Brake for Emergency Brake pedal optional have or not also main 3 get red lights or Needle types in Canada but in oil pressure gauge was KPA mathematics for USA only and Canada were P.S.I. I heard because Perrie Trudeau change mathematics in 1979 to 1984 but lots people got both ways when ordering from dealers! Option for last 2 could get was MPH also miles reading for USA truck or Canada in KM/H also KMs reading, fuel gauge for USA or Canada want plus Red brake light on bottom or far left side in small circle to buy choice and bottom could had Yellow Organe Electric Choke Light if carb had one one if menchanial did show up when did cold or hot start! But if Desiel motor 350 V8 have Glow Plug light tell warm up up for for 10 minutes! But if had Red Seat Belts on Bottom left till buckle up buzz sounds shut off Brake on Right side some models had or had choke or Desiel glow plug ! So many options those trucks had was unbelievable and till saw it! Like basic needle gauges and that all!

[@Gremlinpoop]

I have the same truck but it’s green and a flatbed....I love that truck it’s my daily for no reason....I love that truck. I didn’t know about the breather for the front axle, I paused the video and unclogged the breather hole and ran a line for it. “Mint”

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad I educated someone today!

[@arthurbiringer5676]

That’s a great resuscitation! Remember that old Chevys never die, they only look that way!

[@MortskeRepair]

Haha, never heard that one!

[@MIKEH.777]

Well Sir I think you did a great job on putting this pickup truck back on the road . Plus I think you did a great job on the bodywork for how you did it, it came out nice. Keep up the great work and God Bless you and your family.

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks 👍 You as well Mike!

[@stucook8622]

Thanks for another Mortske Monday! Duff seams like he likes it. Looks like a good rig. Take it easy🐾and good luck.

[@davidhicks2178]

My dad had a 1980 chevy Scottsdale shortbed 4x4 with the square headlights, he was told it had the Silverado exterior trim, except it didn't have the aluminum tailgate panel. Everything else looked exactly like Silverado square headlight. One of my favorite trucks he had, 2 tone brown and tan, 305 granny low 4 speed

[@MortskeRepair]

I always liked that color combo!

[@James-sir]

Duff looking like an old wise dog yet still all the energy of a pup

[@stuartcote4915]

Just don't tell him you ran out of snacks.

[@nicknackdaddyack]

No kidding...that there is actually a fine truck! Lots of years left.

[@grantkoeller8911]

The body work , tailgate repair came out fantastic and there is the dealership decal too!!!

[@benjammin4456]

Lol the “jimmy warner toothbrush”.

[@MortskeRepair]

The finest in dental hygeine!