Transforming My 1982 Ford F150 - First-Time DIY Painting Adventure!

Join me on this exciting journey as I dive into the world of automotive painting for the first time! In this video, I take on the challenge of giving my classic 1982 Ford F150 a fresh new look with a DIY paint job. From prepping the surface to choosing the perfect color, you'll witness every step of the process, including the inevitable rookie mistakes and triumphs.
🖌️ What to Expect:
Prep Work: Watch as I meticulously prepare the truck's surface, ensuring a smooth canvas for the paint to adhere to. From sanding to priming, I'll share tips and tricks for beginners.
Color Selection: Choosing the right color is a crucial part of any paint job. Follow along as I discuss my decision-making process and reveal the color that will bring my 1982 Ford F150 back to life. Actually, my daughter picked out the color, so this was a no-brainer for me.
Spray Painting Techniques: As a novice, I experiment with different spray painting techniques. You'll see the learning curve in real-time, from my initial attempts to achieving a professional finish.
Challenges and Solutions: Painting a vehicle for the first time comes with its fair share of challenges. I'll share the hurdles I faced and the creative solutions I discovered along the way.
Final Reveal: The moment of truth! Witness the unveiling of my freshly painted 1982 Ford F150. I'll share my thoughts on the overall process, what I learned, and the satisfaction of seeing the transformation.

[@JohnBullOutdoors]

❤️ Don't forget to subscribe ❤️ www.youtube.com/@JohnBullOutdoors My daughter picked out this color. She'll be the one driving the truck. I think she did a good job.

[@smarternu]

I am an "old pro" at painting. By far a primer sealer is the most important step for an even finish. The etching primer is only valuable for bare metal, and it is not required. for a first job you did better than I did back in the 1980's lol.

[@luizfilipe4544]

The front end of the truck looks 🥵❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨 beautiful

[@patrickmiller1413]

Glad it worked out to your satisfaction.

[@massboy11]

Nice job! As I sat watching, it saddenened me that so many young people these days will never understand the joy you get from working on an older vehicle, bringing it back to life again.

[@patrickmiller1413]

I really like the color and seat covers or upholstery.

[@waynepike8136]

I’m a big fan & collector of older Ford trucks , looks great 👍

[@bigospig]

I love the shop heater that also cooks steak!

[@jdubbson11]

I just bought an ‘82 F150 with the 302, but it’s an automatic and long bed, and in much better shape, but I love it more than I thought I would. I don’t think I’ll ever sell it and I hope you hold on to this one. I’ll be referring to your videos as I look to do some work on mine.

[@89G]

The old bull nose trucks look so good. Back in the day, they didn't catch my eye like they do nowadays.

[@wvgrillbilly]

Great job! I love seeing old things brought back to life!

[@michellinembuyi6837]

I'm interested in buying an old ford and i know a paint job will be needed. Ive always wanted to work on a car myself!

[@stevenwoods5090]

Good job 👏 👍 practice makes perfect. We all practice before

[@CrowCreekOutdoors]

Nice job. My dad had an ‘82 F150 XLT that was two tone white & dark blue when I was a kid. V6 with a three on the tree. It wound up in Tennessee when he got rid of it. My first pickup was an ‘81 F150 with a 300 inline six & we painted it almost the same color you used.

[@lenabuhl7099]

Had fun watching. Can't believe all the work! Well worth it - the truck looks great.

[@TheKeymaster316]

Stumbled across your video this morning and really enjoyed it. I'd like to spray something for the first time myself soon. I had an 86 years ago so I love the Bulls. Truck looks nice now, so time to spray those white, wagon wheels!

[@wallyfryklund3537]

You did a really good job for your first time painting a truck👍

[@TheREALOC1972]

As someone who has been a paint and body guy for 35 plus years you need to paint as much of an area as you can in 1 shot or atleast the entire panel because your start and stop lines will be obivious, and you should have used a Primer/Sealer, I understand it's your first paint job and over all you did a really good job with the body work and the primer though, If I can suggest a look, keep the gri bac and maybe even paint the roof black, the factory and alot of people go with light blue and white but I like to be different, a light blue and black color scheme would look really good.

[@PUJARTIAGO77]

Beautiful classic

[@dollyhorton2579]

Nice job,I have painted 6 so far 2 cars ,4 trucks . Like you said you gain respect for paint and body men!

[@edwinmonterroza7426]

I think it looks pretty good

[@hjchapmaniv]

looks great! I'm about to restore my grandfather's 82 f150, it's pretty much the same baby blue color. Where did yo get those headlights?

[@powerband5235]

Awesome work 👍

[@AintScaredGarage]

I have that Spray Gun, its pretty nice

[@Zoompipes]

Looks great very nice

[@hawkbox]

That's the same colour my 82 Explorer package has. It's a fantastic colour.

[@mattmoney247]

Looks great! Should definitely think about painting the grill white, and if you don't like it you can change it back no biggie!

[@henrytaylor3049]

You did an outstanding job.👍 I have almost the same truck, 84 long bed with the i6. Same np435 trans and 208 transfercase. Mine was originally that color, I think it's called French blue. Nice work inside and out. Btw a heat gun will make the floor mat lay down nicely.

[@leed7951]

Nice f150

[@jroc2201]

Excellent work, i had one in that color, loved it

[@brettjones5041]

Thankyou Informative

[@victorhugocedillo9475]

❤que bonita ford❤🎉

[@3sparewashers-lg3gf]

Hey, I've seen a hell of a lot worse jobs out there. Love the color, looks really period correct IMO. Everybody's first paint job is a little iffy, the second is a lot better.

[@smarternu]

If you wait a few weeks between the base and clear you can hit the base with some sand paper and (400) and get a mirror smooth finish with the clear. If possible use a smaller tip for the clear and move the gun faster.

[@janhurter5214]

I sure think you done well for an amature, No matter the little blunder with the paint and cups.

[@raizt1596]

Looks a lot better than it did! How much did it cost ya for the paint, clearcoat, plastic, and paint gun? I'm about to do this undertaking myself.

[@evgehaplay4912]

Cool! Please make the wheels beautiful, that's 50% of whole view :)

[@JohnBullOutdoors]

Right! I think I might tackle that next.

[@Grant7]

Good job….

[@petipichou476]

Why don't you made a complete raptor liner in car too ? with low flow and high pressur you can obtain a fine grain texture. No orange peel texture lol

[@cruize55]

Hey, Really nice f150, looks tons better after all the work you've done to it, i got a question though for my own f100, where did you buy the LED headlights? thanks 👍

[@JohnBullOutdoors]

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[@pillreactions]

muy buena restauracion bro!

[@davidtworkowsky8119]

where ya get them headlights

[@randyfowler6928]

Paint old wagon wheels white with white letters tires

[@mikekitcarson4987]

should have painted it orange to match the orange peal

[@jamesedmonds9946]

At least if someone says it's not that good he can say he painted it in the dark.

[@JohnBullOutdoors]

I know I could have used much better lighting. 😢

[@jamesedmonds9946]

@@JohnBullOutdoors naw man it ok. Only thing I'd really fix is that gap in the hood. Loosen that left side spring... Maybe take the hood off and step on the passenger side edge a little. I'd also probably go black rino linen 6 inches from the bottom to bust up all the blue and to get the interior and grill matching a little better. Two white pin stripes thick on bottom and thin on top to match the tires. Or paint the rims flat black

[@auskip07]

shame you couldnt fix the hump in the passenger side of the hood

[@JohnBullOutdoors]

Good idea! Maybe I can fix the hood, paint the wheels and grill, fix some odds and ends in the next video.

[@chrisfox7020]

Ive got the same issue on my 86 hood, ..think they all do that o@@JohnBullOutdoors

[@jaynelson573]

Hi it needs a 12 inch lift and 44 inch super swampers and straight pipes

[@raizt1596]

I don't think he wants to ruin the truck, so.... nah.

[@negativeonhand]

Why didn't you fix the hood? Your doing alot of work. Why not fix the body fist?

[@letun100]

Excuse me , you bought ford to just repair it for KZbin ? Why do you need that car ?

[@patrickmiller1413]

You spray technique is off. You should not be perpendicular to the surface when you start and stop spraying. Fan or fade in and out from side to side.