Abandoned Farm Truck! 1971 Ford F100 4x4! Will it Run?!? Parked for 18 years in a field!

I've always liked the old bumpside Fords. (Check out my other 1971 F100 that I converted to 4x4) And Jimmy Spenders who hooked us up with the dud of a locked up 1954 International put us on this 1971 Ford F100 that is a factory 4x4 with a 360 and 4 speed manual transmission. And add on air pump!! Let's see if we can get it to run! This pickup has been sold and has a new home in Oklahoma! As always, thanks much for watching!
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[@erikrunas226]

Can't figure out why you only have 56K subs. You make some damn fine content.

[@Canadiancarguy1987]

The "Automotive World" Here on KZbin is a Tough one to make any head way in!!!

[@vinces8974]

I don’t understand it either, Mortske and Duff dog are awesome

[@Canadiancarguy1987]

@@vinces8974 I agree! But like I said getting Traction on KZbin is just Hit or Miss sometimes you get lucky sometimes you don't and sometimes you are just right in the middle squeaking your way through! with a gradual incline!

[@vinces8974]

@@Canadiancarguy1987 Very true, I know I sure as hell wouldn’t want to try it, a lot of time and effort and probably very little reward

[@limitedslip82]

He just popped up in my recommended and I clicked on it because it was a Ford truck and then start watching and the guy is just ragging on Ford to the point its annoying. Maybe that's why he can't get subs. Just my to cents.

[@robw7205]

You consistently pump out engaging, informative and long form videos one after the other. No dopey 10 minute long music montage intro, no goofy schtick. Just a dude and his dog in no particular hurry, doing good one ride at a time. Motortrend and half of these other content producers could take a tip here.

[@MortskeRepair]

Hey thanks a bunch for the feedback and for watching Rob!

[@masonboard]

No stupid ass manscaped or earbud paid sponsorships either, it’s so refreshing No hard feelings if mortske has to do it in the future to avoid losing the shop, it’s just nice for now

[@newrealm9187]

I love VGG and DEBOSS but deboss videos are short and skips everything.. I only wished peg made more videos I could bounce from mortske to zipties all day!!

[@danjones3402]

​@@masonboard lmao 🤣🤣

[@chriserickson3885]

Duff n his buddy were happy and enjoying each other’s company.

[@peterkovacs8654]

Monday morning with Mortske, great way to start the week!

[@rsprockets7846]

sun with mustie a goodie tooooo

[@MaxNafeHorsemanship]

I'm sure if I scroll through enough comments, someone already said this, but "FE" stands for Ford Edsel. That block was originally developed for the Edsel. Every time you smoke tires with a 390, thank Edsel for existing.

[@thecollectoronthecorner7061]

No the Edsel typically had Different engines than the ford. The FE came in fords in 58 as a 332 and 352 and was a 390 in 62. Edsels typically had 361 and it was a MEL. That MEL stands for Lincoln Edsel & Mercuryl.

[@MaxNafeHorsemanship]

@@thecollectoronthecorner7061 While you were trying to sound smart, you never answered the original question...and Lincoln, Edsel, Mercury would be LEM

[@MaxNafeHorsemanship]

More trivia, there was also a version called the FT (Ford Truck) that had a steel crank and a bunch of parts made out of different material. They also had smaller valve, but that's OK if you want lots of low RPM torque. Good for doughnuts.

[@thecollectoronthecorner7061]

@@MaxNafeHorsemanship The 430 was a MEL look up MEL and you can see almost not any parts are the same a the ford FE.

[@MaxNafeHorsemanship]

@@thecollectoronthecorner7061 In other words, you have no idea what FE stands for.

[@glennnickerson8325]

If you like mullets and things that go boom-- you've come to the right channel!

[@mikepraed4623]

I love this content. Found Mortske from Puddin. Just really cool learning about these old vehicles & how to get & keep them running. Sad to say but today's modern tech vehicles seem more "disposable" & less revivable than the old basic rust buckets.

[@keithdavies150]

Love the repartee you have with Pudding sometimes. lol

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks Keith!

[@cliffordkinnear9705]

Pull the engine!! Great content on how to overhaul the Ford Truck 360 V8. It's a great truck, 4 speed manual, V8 and 4 wheel drive. It has a lot of options too. Keep it and fix it over a 6 or 7 months, IDK. I own a 89 F150, I've been fixing and repairing since Dec. 2020 till now.

[@cameronschick4609]

I soaked my 71 f100 4wd stick for one week my dad literally gave up trying to free it up I crawled underneath pulled the inspection pan just like you did. Grabbed the 3 foot pry bar and went back and forth and freed it up drove that truck with a stuck clutch the same day

[@jeremysmith6905]

Last weeks video was my 24th wedding anniversary, I watched it after the “festivities” and this week i have the Rona, recuperating in the Man Cave… thanks Mortske!

[@amped5234]

Are you sure you don't have the flu ?

[@MortskeRepair]

Hope you get better Jeremy!

[@keithharden7844]

@@amped5234 I had a heart attack a triple bypass surgery and a stroke last year. When I was in the hospital I saw on the news that the hospital I was in was full to capacity so I went for a walk thru the hospital and I saw three empty shut down floors before They alarmed the bed to let them know I was up.

[@jeremysmith6905]

@@MortskeRepair not only better but I’m in the shop working on my Jeep right now… just because i cant go to work doesn’t mean i can’t get work done in my own shop!

[@nainoswad2725]

@@keithharden7844 Ain't that the truth!

[@joelkarch3538]

mortske have to say how cool it is that you and puddin get along and mess with each other.look foward to seein yah .cmon people tell everyone you know to send mortske some love and comments.

[@scottbrown7415]

I would probably put that 360 on a stand and start knocking it apart.to determine if it is rebuildable. A decent camshaft , intake and carb setup would make it a nice engine. I like pre EGR big blocks!

[@MIKEH.777]

I think its worth a motor if you can get one at a reasonable price for it . Keep up the great work and God Bless you ,Duff and your family brother.

[@jerryriggan]

I had that truck (same colors) two wheel drive. Above the windshield was rusted beyond repair. It had add on factory air below the dash worked great

[@charleslaphan5567]

On early 70s ford trucks its the fire wall gasket is always missing. Water runs in the aircleaner wingnut ! Now you know how water gets in the engine👌👌💯

[@haroldrogers6083]

Man Duff was having a great time at Jimmy Spenders place !!

[@MortskeRepair]

Ha, not even his place!

[@haydave420]

i feel so bad for you when i see how bad some of the engines are. i love that you dont give up. i would ! pet duff for me, hes a cool dog.

[@mstevensn50]

I would love to have an 71 f100 love those trucks. You also have much better content than most of those other guys. They don't partake in cold snacks either.

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks much Mark!

[@astravanmk2]

Dang Jimmy Spenders! He supplied ole Mortske with a Lemon. Literally and in colour too. At least Duff had fun getting covered in filth.

[@chrisclark6192]

Hi from the uk. Hi Mortske and Duff. Good and enjoyable video. The truck does not look too bad, considering its age. Shame you can't get it running. Keep up the good work and give Duff a hug from me. Cheers Chris.

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad you enjoyed it Chris!

[@19c1071]

That old bump side be worth a engine swap , she cleaned up nice !

[@gabrielv.4358]

Really nice to test all the possibilities. I guess sometimes these old engines just want to stay dead.

[@erikalbertson7483]

Dang it! Another locked up FE. Better check my ‘66 352 in the shed. Probably won’t. I don’t need the aggravation. I like the yellow!

[@DDRighteous]

I have to say you gave it a valiant try. I agree, I also like the paint color.

[@morganleblanc730]

This Ford looks really great after the power wash. I bet you could find a running FE to throw in it. I am sure you will sell it. It will make a great truck with some work.

[@dennisbarnett1995]

Hi Mortske, Dennis here from Filer, Idaho to watch another exciting show. Glad I found your channel. I have learned alot. Thank you

[@MortskeRepair]

Awesome, thank you!

[@bigbodyrydagarage5488]

Jolly good effort, sir #salute And omigawd Duffer was DIRTY 🤣🤣🤣

[@MortskeRepair]

He's a mess!

[@bradsmn]

When I saw the condition of the valve train, I first thought that you are going to lose the shop and the video would be over. You stayed with that one way too long as usual but I hope it finds a home. You know the truck is bad when Duff dog won't jump in! Great work as always! I would love to see the Chevy crew cab make an appearance with some updates.

[@jeromebreeding3302]

Mortske, I think you would have been ahead of the game by pulling the engine, and blowing it up on a stand. If one piston was holding up the show, chop that sucker out with a chisel. See be you've switched from samiches to a mixed drink. Take it easy on the sauce, my friend.

[@MortskeRepair]

Great point!

[@reddragon8768]

@@jeromebreeding3302 ppl p oloo 9

[@swallowinn4410]

Hi Mortske & of course Duff Great video I loved your press, I did wonder why you did not move it to a few of the other suspect cylinders? I still stand by getting you getting a good solid piece of Oak or Ash and a 20 lb sledge. Go from cylinder to cylinder and play Whackamoly. It works. I have done this many times with mixed results on getting the engine running again. However it has never failed me at getting the pistons to move. Keep the great videos coming and I doubt you will lose the SHOP.

[@stephenellis6651]

Found you through a search for Y block engines as I'm restoring a 55 f600 wrecker. I came for silver and found gold. Official life long fan of you and Duff. Thanks for what you do. From sunny Scotland. Stephen

[@MortskeRepair]

Welcome aboard!

[@troyrosenbaugh9935]

Should rebuild that old 360 as an episode, lots of ford guys would love it.

[@DavidGragg82]

“And White Lighting is the biggest thrill of all”. I literally an Okie from Muskogee.

[@herbmeglin4529]

Great show. Makes Monday and the start of the week a lot better. To bad the engine went south.. but the pickup is worth saving.

[@opiumtrail7032]

too*

[@BitterDemo]

that old man is typical of all i have met in all my years you do the work and they are great at watching.

[@MortskeRepair]

They know it all, just ask em!

[@carlwilliamsaxton2146]

Good morning Mortske, hope your weekend was sweet. Your show is a more than welcome start to my week so, hey to Duff and thanks for sharing. Oh, I hope you're able to find a more worthy ford truck .. Good times

[@thatdumpsterfirelife7530]

As much as I love watching you enjoy working on junk, I totally love how much Duff loves just dogging everywhere he goes.

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks much!

[@terrimeganadams830]

I

[@stevenquigley4208]

Love these rescue videos. Suggestion: Park it in the front yard, fill it with dirt and plant flowers in it

[@steves9724]

Great video. Thanks for making

[@DavoShed]

Duff: That’s not mud dad, that’s sump oil!

[@coreykennedy7960]

"Jimmy Spenders strikes again!" Great vid Mortske!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks Corey!

[@Captgreatvalue]

My favorite thing about all your videos is messing with “the Gretta” lol

[@MortskeRepair]

How dare you?!?

[@Captgreatvalue]

Hahahahahahaha

[@stucook8622]

Thanks for another Mortske Monday! Good luck🐾

[@Brandon-vs1if]

Love old ford trucks especially bumpsides but olny 18 years off the road. Wish I could find them that fresh lol

[@WatchWesWork]

Just pull the plugs and put some ATF in the cylinders. Then use a breaker bar on the crank pulley. You're making this way too difficult...

[@MortskeRepair]

Oh man, I'll give that a shot and when it don't work I can slander you all over the internet!

[@WatchWesWork]

@@MortskeRepair On a serious note, that's a sweet truck! If things work out right, I might have a spare 352FE. Makes a guy think...

[@MortskeRepair]

@@WatchWesWork Yeah, it's actually pretty good for around these parts. You need me to load up and head for Illinois some weekend?

[@thecollectoronthecorner7061]

Problem is on a V8 filling thru the spark plug holes you only get a partial soak. because of the angle on the block the top portion of the pistons will be above whatever your putting in the cyl. On a V8 I remove the carb and rocker arms. tap on the valves to be certain they are all closed. then fill the intake manifold full of diesel and atf mix. then open the intake valves and that will allow every cyl to get 100% full. Then I wait a month or two before trying to break it free.

[@WatchWesWork]

@@thecollectoronthecorner7061 I think you could wait until the second coming and that engine ain't cracking loose...

[@michaelyarmie4858]

That old Ford being a 4X4 Is definitely worth it replacing the engine

[@joed5472]

Mostly solid body to

[@life_of_riley88]

Jimmy Spenders reminds me of every old, crusty, mountain man that I grew up with.

[@kenrinard4595]

I love these old Ford pickup trucks, I own a 71 Ford f250 sports custom camper special. Been completely through it I love the sound of the 390

[@kensherwood4866]

Another winning video. Great recovery and what a character Jimmy is, he needs his own channel. Looks like he has further potential field finds if available. If you do return maybe Duff can completely get covered instead of only half mucky. Thanks for posting the hour wizzed by

[@MortskeRepair]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching Ken!

[@Paleoman52]

These videos never disappoint. This one shows the reality of bringing dead things back to life, sometimes they can't be revived. Very entertaining none the less. Good looking truck, I was really hoping for some donuts, better luck next time, great effort though! We need to get you lots more subs so you can get your silver play button!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks much Paleo!

[@shaynechild2517]

Holy Moses! What did Duff get into?! Wow it looks like skunck mudd hahaha!

[@JenniArmstrong]

i swear that Duff is livin' his best life.

[@imabaka]

I know ive stated on here before but the FE intakes are ridiculously heavy. 90ish pounds for the 2 barrel and around 120 pounds for the 4 barrel. For sure a good upgrade to an aluminum intake on those engines.

[@MortskeRepair]

No doubt!

[@michaelhuey4187]

Mortzke Monday‼️ Ah, life is GOOD❗️ Such a shame you couldn’t bring the Screaming Yellow Zonker back to life. It truly was Found On Roadside Dead😵 You gave it the good old college try on that frozen cylinder though. 🎶Happy sammiches to you, till we meet again🎶 (apologies to Roy Rogers) 😳😖

[@MortskeRepair]

Next time!

[@mrbig4514]

Your dog is just so funny especially the way you talk to him lmao!!

[@MortskeRepair]

He don't say much...

[@josephdonkers7429]

I always learn something from your shows thanks a bunch for your time

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad to hear it Joseph!

[@josephg41]

Great video and I for one appreciate your effort. You should do the '57 Ford next!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks much Joseph!

[@BrodieBr0]

''Jimmy Spenders'' - lol you kill me Mortske my friend...and how many days did it take to buff out duff's mud...I think Puddin snuck in and got duff all puddin for picking on the Towrolla. hhahaa 🤣 You guys one day are going to be where Derek from Vice Grip Garage is now. Thanks for all the awesome content!

[@mjp5318]

You know , I love VGG but over the last year his content went from great to pulling things out of the mud and truly busting his ass and fixing and driving home to just pissing money away on things I dont find him as great as he used to be, go back a year of so, and compare it to the new stuff you will see.

[@tjakr3869]

@@mjp5318 Think VGG currently has too much going on to produce videos of a year or so ago but I think that's the price of fame when it comes to KZbin.

[@donkEEpunch85]

@@mjp5318 I said exactly this (in the nicest way possible) and got slammed by everyone in the comments. I feel like he's acting a lot more than the old videos where he was just himself, a regular guy, having fun and being silly. I understand changes will follow with the bigger fanfare but, I feel like Derek lost his original path. He's still good, just not the guy I started following at 19k subs. His old dodge dying in the car wash and him admitting defeat is still my favorite. Still seems like a great guy too.

[@derbymankg]

Nice! Another great Mortske Monday with guest star Jimmy 'Spenders!🤣

[@diyjeff1838]

I am currently rebuilding a 72 f100 4x4 and my engine was the same way. Nice thing about the f100, the ride. Much better than a f250. Coil springs for the win!!!

[@jamesmichael3998]

It was an epic attempt I'll give you that. I'd have to say I'm thinking that if you figured out the rotation sequence and hooked one of your fancy "pp9000" piston pusher on both sides of the block it might help exceed the rotational force needed by pushing from both directions at the same time to twist the crank and break the stinkin rusty rat piss loose. Good luck. Cheers from Jacksonville Florida 🌞

[@banjorob38]

Seems like you would get more leverage with the MPP if you used it on a piston that was half way down, when the bottom of the connecting rod is furthest away from the center of rotation of the crank shaft considering the direction of force the MPP is coming from. Love your show!

[@MortskeRepair]

Good point, guess I just wanted to push on the piston that we knew was stuck.

[@ovad2002]

Nice,dynamic,not sad :-) Thumbs up!!!Without boring stories 😀

[@thomasgreen1557]

The tailgate handle is just great, I love stuff like that. Great find and rescue man👍

[@willb3018]

And the bumper sticker is epic. I wonder if Greta and her kind even know where food comes from...... and they need fossil fuels to produce it. 😱

[@Jerkwad152]

Hey, you _gotta_ have white letters out. That's the only way my old Chevy rolls.

[@mexicanspec]

That's right. Without raised white letters, how do you know the tire is turning?

[@MortskeRepair]

Incognito

[@nopleaseno2515]

No white letters on the outside? That’s how us locals spot the urban cowboys.

[@thomasfred3682]

we got ourselves a cowboy over here.

[@douglasnicholls1366]

The vinegar is a mild acid, works like Muriatic Acid when de-rusting a gas tank. But not good overall for metal; Kroil is a better bet because it lubricates too. Your idea of pushing the piston down wasn't a bad one, but concentrated too much force in the weakest part of the piston -- aluminum is a lot more brittle than iron. It might have worked to put 3-4 of your nuts around the perimeter where the piston is stronger and tighten them in sequence -- that's 3-4 times the total force with less stress on the aluminum piston, and closer to the stuck ring. There the failure would be to blow out the land, which would still free the piston from the block. I'm assuming FE pistons aren't hard to come by. When dealing with rust, there's no substitute for soaking.

[@todddenio3200]

I have used vinegar many times and it hasn’t given any indication of affecting the good metal but did take care of the rust usually within 24 hours and while I have also used kroil and love it, I have had things it just would not free up and I followed it up with a vinegar soaking which worked every time. Am I saying that Kroil is not a great product? Absolutely not because it is great but even it has limitations in which case something a bit more aggressive on rust is called for and so far all engines I have used it in freed up and as soon as they were free I oiled the cylinders to prevent flash rusting the cylinders and as long as the engine didn’t have other issues such as bad bearings, bad timing chains, etc and the engine was able to run it held up fine and nearly all of them are still running today although about half were eventually given a re-ring and new bearings after it was found they were parked because they were getting worn out and the other half still run untouched after several years. Of the nearly 20 engines I have used vinegar to free up only 3 failed to last and one of those was due to a cracked crankshaft, another dropped a valve taking out a piston and cylinder wall and the 3rd blew when a friend’s 16 yr old daughter decided that while her parents were at work she should do massive burnouts with that big 71 Buick Electra on the highway a little ways from home so she wouldn’t get caught and it tossed a rod. Her dad was so impressed with the burnouts she did that he couldn’t bring himself to punish her beyond telling her that she broke it, so she had to get her hands dirty and help do the work to fix it when he would get a replacement engine for it since the rest of the car was nearly immaculate.

[@benovision6325]

He should have used malt vinegar!

[@jockmchaggis6797]

Was wondering if using a grease nipple instead of a bolt and filling the cylinder with grease and using hydraulic pressure to move the piston

[@chilee6994]

My father had a brand new 69 same thing four gear 360.. that's how I learned to drive a standard.. My all-time favorite pickups

[@Bunkers101]

Another great video, Thanks again!

[@vintagedashboard6810]

Even though you were unsuccessful in the old 360 you can still see potential in that nice Ford F100! One thing about a 360 is they can build a 390 out of that block.

[@jeromebreeding3302]

Right on that score. Any FE can be expanded by a crank and rid swap, even the 332.

[@thecollectoronthecorner7061]

Yes a 360 is a 390 block with a 352 crank. and used 410 pistons.

[@thecollectoronthecorner7061]

@@jeromebreeding3302 the 332 has the same 4 inch bore as the 352 and a shorter stroke crank.

[@jeromebreeding3302]

@balddicknosed asscanoe Can't go wrong with a 460, just keep in mind that this motor is really heavy!about 750 lbs .

[@jeromebreeding3302]

@balddicknosed asscanoe As bad as they are, kits are available to give 572 ci to rival Chevy's version of the same displacement.

[@oneflewoverthecuckoosnest2823]

"FE" derives from 'Ford-Edsel. Versions of the FE line designed for use in medium and heavy trucks and school buses from 1964 through 1978 were known as "FT," for 'Ford-Truck, and differed primarily by having steel (instead of nodular iron) crankshafts, larger crank snouts, smaller ports and valves, different distributor shafts, different water pumps and a greater use of iron for its parts.

[@mark-wn5ek]

Often associated with the FJ series 'Ford Junk'.

[@oneflewoverthecuckoosnest2823]

@@mark-wn5ek Not a Ford fan either, i think they should be ashamed after making cars for 118 years! But that's my opinion.

[@thecollectoronthecorner7061]

Google it Fe stands for Ford Engine. Not Ford Edsel or Ford Engineering

[@oneflewoverthecuckoosnest2823]

@@thecollectoronthecorner7061 Wrong.

[@uski59]

Thanks Jimmy,... Custom disaster,...damn mice..... Loved the MPP. It may have worked with like 1/2 plate steel....Cant say you didn't try,....was way more than I'd have tryd...Yep, Oklahoma weather will keep it from rotting away,...if-in a twister don't take it. I lived out there 5 years....Ooou we hail storms & twisters...

[@MortskeRepair]

Right on

[@beardedscrapper538]

I think uncle Rick need to add this to his fleet of ferds.

[@nainoswad2725]

Shame the rodents stopped the rubber duck from quacking! The blue Bell phone truck still looks good in the distance, regards, Ian.

[@MortskeRepair]

Heck yeah it does Ian!

[@SeanPwnery]

This may come off as a dumb question but, when I used to do this, I'd drop a quart or two of marvel mystery oil or seafoam down the crankcase, then hook a drill up to the oil pump and prime that engine about a dozen times or so in the hopes it'll work its way down all the bearings ... have you ever tried this? If you can get lubrication down the rods, mains and cam bearings, the only real thing you'll fight are sticky rings. An oil pressure gauge on the far end of the system is usually a good way to know if you're making any headway while priming. Just a thought. I haven't done these in a while.

[@MortskeRepair]

Never have because the rings are where it's stuck at.

[@SeanPwnery]

@@MortskeRepair I kinda figured after seeing this video and several others. One thing I learned from Halfass Kustoms (he plugs you quite a bit these days btw) - that idea of dumping the clutch in gear while someone pulls you seems to be a decent idea. I tried that once and bent a few things, but I bet if you took the heads off and only used the drivetrain to jar the rotating assembly, you might have something.

[@MortskeRepair]

@@SeanPwnery It works when they're not that stuck.

[@aprules2]

@@MortskeRepair I saw a guy doing rescues, mostly stuff from the 20s and 30s. He puts a huge pipe wrench on the driveshaft and puts the car in first. Then just rocks it back and forth.

[@MortskeRepair]

@@aprules2 I've tried that, clutch just slips unfortunately.

[@Gforce_2398]

"I'm gonna stand back" him: literally stands 2 feet away from the chain.

[@randybills3848]

well you can always sit out there in the weeds and talk to the truckers on your CB lmao

[@MortskeRepair]

My dream job!

[@blairarthur302]

The 12 point design permits this style fastener to be tightened down with a 12-point socket wrench, permitting higher torques to be applied compared to a standard hex drive socket head fasteners.

[@hughstephenson2957]

In other words, you snap the rusted POS off quicker!!

[@jeromebreeding3302]

Those rag joints are a pain. Mine took multiple tools, an angle grinder, and a vice, before re-installing it.

[@anonkiba]

Wonder if Evaporust would work to unstick an engine.

[@wayneirby962]

Duff sure had a great day while you and suspender Jimmy dug the truck out. The rubber joke was a good one.

[@kitvexed8229]

man, it's amazing how trees just say, "i'll grow up you, in you, on you and around you.."

[@williamoliver8883]

Be careful bad mouthing a FORD Truck . From what I’ve seen over the years they outlast Chevy trucks 2:1 Love the channel as a new subscriber. And love Chevy trucks too there’s just not many around that aren’t rusted to the ground.

[@haydave420]

a chev will run forever, not a ford. unless its got a inline. then it might.

[@bobadam7021]

Yeah, Mortske did a revival on an SBC with no valve covers or air cleaner that had been sitting in a junk yard for years. It ran and drove. Sorry buddy your love of Fords will always be unrequited.

[@mark-wn5ek]

Too many peyote buttons...you're hallucinating.

[@haydave420]

@@mark-wn5ek lol

[@haydave420]

@@mark-wn5ek wish i could

[@RuneLar]

Sounds like someone is awful jealous of the ol' Towrolla.

[@stevebryant5299]

knife fight tow rolla - that's funny!! can't wait to see the Build off!! That's Pretty Neat!!

[@Guns_N_Gears]

Mort, I like the MPP idea. I have seen similar setups using a grease zerk to push on pistons using the pressure of a grease gun. Great content as usual 👏

[@Foontflaky]

"Ol Spenders" dagged you again Mort, Drop a SBC init, for reliability.

[@MortskeRepair]

Upset the Ford world!

[@603-sxuthside5]

DAMN THAT JACKET IS NICE! 🤣🤢 16:00

[@MortskeRepair]

The finest!

[@CPthetooladdict]

Fancy equipment trumps fancy tools much more expensive lol love this Ford great video!!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks as always CP!

[@junkyardsearcher6407]

I love the chain holding the air tank up… 🤣

[@joebrock9784]

Turns out better than the last deal you did but Jimmy spenders bud usually there's a reason why Fords get parked in three low tree row and that reason is because they don't have a Chevrolet drivetrain under them LOL

[@lonewolftech]

Old ford's are superior to old Chevy though.

[@aidenerland6916]

This channel is great you've taught me a lot

[@MortskeRepair]

Good to hear Aiden!

[@bigbobk1963]

Mort you forgot ur rain slicker when you washed truck lol

[@MortskeRepair]

My bad!

[@ptk4476]

Always appreciate the videos man, something to look forward to on a Monday night over here.

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad to hear it!

[@joeyfickling3847]

Awesome vid. Wanted to be the one to put in the "Ford/Edsel" info, but there are plenty more learned and quicker on the draw folk our there than me it seems. Well, you're a patient man, and it seems that the words of my old shop teacher are proving true... "Usually when you find a V8 Ford in a field, there's a reason for it".

[@chasiu75]

When you soak the cylinders if you put the spark plugs back it can help create a vacuum like a finger on top of a straw. It may slow down the leak past the rings. Just have to remember to remove the plugs before turning over.

[@bluengoldjim]

Assume you already know but 12 points allow for great torque that’s why you usually see them on steering shafts and driveshafts! Love the videos!

[@MortskeRepair]

Good stuff!

[@wallyfronzaglio372]

Duff's the reason I keep watching

[@MortskeRepair]

He's the reason everyone is here!

[@gunjiweber42]

Looks fun digging it out, Custom was just sunk in the dirt with a forrest around it!!

[@paulhooker8718]

That's in good shape. My 72000 miles 1971 camper special actually has worse inner fenders i need to patch. Here in Michigan that body is near perfect. Already have a 360 on the engine stand for it. If you feel like selling im your huckleberry.

[@MortskeRepair]

It's for sale, more info in the video description!

[@AndysDogHouse]

Hey Mortske. Great video. If you are going to get a tractor, you might as well get a BIG one. It's a good thing Duff drove in the back of the truck. RUBBER DUCK. WTF. You are a bugger for punishment. But you love it. Give Duff a bone. Thanks for sharing.🍁👍👍

[@sugartreefordman7293]

That’s a gem there 71 4wd love it! If it was mine those running boards would be about the first thing to go.