Will this Willys Pickup Run after 31 Years? SEIZED Engine

This is one cool ole machine! She's been sitting a long time and it shows.. This one really put us to it as we attempt to get it running again after 31 Years! I hope you all enjoy! Thank you all as always for the continued Love and Support!
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[@zzzz-ok7733]

What a beauty! Simple old truck with no lift, no massive tires and yet it has conquered the entire planet as is!

[@bradzimmerman3171]

ZZZ not really but what does need is a decent engine that it has never had, worth fixing up but not with that four banger

[@mrbuddha5263]

@@bradzimmerman3171 Nothing wrong with that motor.

[@billhays6956]

Michael I am a 71 year old from Alabama. I just found your site and so glad I did ! Looking forward to following you and your quest to save older vehicles. Keep up the great work !

[@buffdoc46]

Love the fact you show everything you do on the engines etc... I have stopped watching channels that just talk too much and not showing their work. Glad you are getting recognition.

[@Robrt32]

Yea and channels that drag in junk they have no intention of doing anything with other than make a video.

[@BudgetBuildz]

I’m really glad you’re enjoying! I feel I get too in depth sometimes. I’d like for everyone to have the best idea possible of what we’re getting in to though!

[@BudgetBuildz]

@@Robrt32 I know..I always want to do something with EVERYTHING 🤦‍♂️ Keeps me busy 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@buffdoc46]

@@BudgetBuildz you give people confidence and hope that they can do the same with vintage or older vehicles

[@JamesCouch777]

I agree. When I was young I used to love working on these old engines (they weren't old back then) but now I enjoy watching the young guys working on the old stuff.

[@garyfritzsche2299]

Persistence is what makes the difference. Way to go. Loved watching this.

[@lateefcarrere1649]

I'm sure that I was not the only one cheering on that ol' Willys. That puff of exhaust smoke was a reward for not giving up on it 😁

[@noeaguinaga4018]

Man im in tears.. my grand father had one just like this...

[@larrycroft470]

My favorite part of your channel is how much fun you and those precious children of yours have when you get these vehicles running again!!!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thanks so much! I can’t wait to get them out trailing in it, in our next episode!

[@Firedog-ny3cq]

I had a 1960 Willys 1/2 ton pickup with a flathead 6-cylinder Super Hurricane engine. I drove it for 20 years and gradually replaced or repaired most of it. I had a friend weld the suspension springs on top of the axles (they were slung underneath from the factory) and reconfigure the steering arm. It raised the truck body about 8 inches higher and gave me lots more clearance in the snow and mud. That truck was a beast; it could go just about anywhere and haul way more weight than it was rated for. It was a no-frills ride but I loved it. I finally sold it to a 15-year-old kid (and his dad) to keep it alive and running. Thanks for the trip down memory lane. It was a blast watching you under that hood coaxing your Willys back to the land of the living.

[@HamiltonvilleFarm]

A crescent wrench at the beginning turning the fan, then starting fluid! Man, I’m super proud of you! 😂

[@BudgetBuildz]

Haha taking after Hank! 😃

[@markmatson3468]

🤣

[@rsprockets7846]

@@BudgetBuildz use 12 v to crank the engine then keep it 6v

[@msegrue]

Wow. To watch you perform surgery on that engine and have it come to life is so impressive. Truly inspiring to see your determination pay off!

[@chrisryan9986]

Michael, A great lesson in patience, troubleshooting and perseverance. Enjoyed this one immensely.

[@georgegarton8736]

Excellent diagnostics, great patience. Very enjoyable.

[@Igloo5555]

Much wow.

[@warmblood58]

Lately, I am fascinated by locked engines - learning so much watching folks work through the challenges. Great call Michael on that timing gear!

[@BudgetBuildz]

They’ll surprise for sure! As long as you can get them free, the right amount of persistence will get them back to life! Thanks, someone had been all over the timing of this engine, between the gearset and distributor.

[@josephrogers8213]

Dump marvel mystery oil down each cylinder check every day for a week put a carburetor on power and try starting she will probably run

[@keithrayeski3147]

It’s a beautiful old truck! I watch a lot of channels like yours and it’s always broken my heart to see these things just get started, not restored. Now I do understand many guys just dig them out to get to run, and then sell, but I so crave to see a total tear down and restore on these old engines. So many drain the crude oil and refill but never drop the pan and really do it right. I’d love to see this looking again like it did back in its day! New subscriber…really enjoyed seeing this old girl! Yep, what a beauty!!!

[@bambimacias268]

Started it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@philgriswold2133]

The diligence and the use of basic trouble-shooting pays off again. This should be played at every auto mechanics schools to show how to follow the steps and forget assumptions. Great work and I'm looking forward to seeing this beast out on the road.

[@rupe53]

good basic trouble shooting would have brought us to checking for tight valves (and making sure they all move) as soon as low compression was was found.... but we took the head off?

[@70selvisfan]

I've always been a Jeep lover. Learned to drive on my grandpa's '56 Willys Jeep. This choked me up a bit finally seeing/hearing that engine kick off. Now onto Part II!!! LOL GREAT CHANNEL!

[@elmobklshf]

On our old 6v tractors we always replaced the 6v with 8v batteries. It helped them crank over faster but wasn't too much juice to hurt anything.

[@williamlarson7822]

Where do you find 8v auto batteries?

[@elmobklshf]

Google HD1-8V Tractor battery and you'll find them. Choose 8v starting battery not 8v golf cart battery because they are different.@@williamlarson7822

[@MrJeep75]

Just masking the problem not fixing it

[@dalegray934]

I owned a 49 Willys pickup with flat fenders. I sold it to start a small company. Here it is 30 years later and I miss the truck, but am thankful for the company that fed, housed, and educated my family. I have kept my eye out for it over the years, but has never surfaced.

[@cap2c484]

So much respect for you on this project. What a great video. Took us from winching it onto the trailer all the way to getting it to fire. High level troubleshooting/mechanical skills on display. Great editing to bring us all the way to getting it to run. Super satisfying video!!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thanks so much! I’m really glad you enjoyed! This one was a bit of a mess for sure but I’m excited for it to hit the trails again!

[@harvdog5669]

@@BudgetBuildz the 6 volt starter will handle 12 volts, need to rewire generator to 12 volts to keep original part, need to change out coil to 12 volts. Need to change light bulbs in dash but not tail lights or head lights and radio does not need changing, starter does not need changing to a 12 volt either. I have had lots of old trucks. Needs a 12 vt voltage regulator.. they are real easy to upgrade to 12 volts..Get a nice big over sized battery for a 6 cylinder for that 4 cylinder, and you won't ever need another battery, atleast for 12 to 15 yrs.. buy an Optima battery...a little pricey but well worth the money 💰💰

[@harvdog5669]

@@BudgetBuildz use a quart of LUCAS OIL STABILIZER & the rest use 30 or even 40 weight Castrol conventional Oil and no other oil additives are needed.

[@jerrybrooks870]

​@@harvdog5669, there's no need to put a 12 volt coil on it. All you need to do is add a ballast resistor.

[@RexWaugaman]

I drove a three - quarter ton Jeep in the Army, then I had a 1965 Jeep after I was married several years. I think my 2 boys were teenagers. That Jeep went anywhere, I'm 74 now wouldn't mind having another one. I enjoy your videos, I'm a car nut.

[@professorright]

Dude. I felt your pain and when finally at the end that engine popped off I actually let off an uncontrollable YAHHH!! Amazing show!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Haha yeah 😂 Really glad you enjoyed!!

[@tomscotland]

Dude, SPOILERS! 👀

[@lepepus]

@@tomscotland LOL who reads the comments before watching the video!!??

[@tomscotland]

@@lepepus they’ve moved the latest comment to right under the vid on the iOS iPad app.

[@lepepus]

@@tomscotland 😲 ... well, at least if you've been watching, you know he always gets them started!! 😉

[@mikemmikem2758]

This reminds me of the time my uncle and I got an old 32' Chevy running in the summer of 1956. Really good memories and I'll never forget tooling around in that with a big smile on my uncle's face and people honking there horns at us. Congrats on getting that Willys cranked up. Great video. Thank you.

[@tonysenese8595]

Must be man, long time ago

[@mikehahn8293]

I've always loved the simplicity of the old Willie's truck can't wait to watch you drive it. I have a 38 chevy truck that had sat over 40 years, it runs now to make it drive and stop this spring.

[@AJeepADroneAndAnOldMan]

I was born in 55 and had a dad and uncle that worked on these old things all the time. So I was around it a lot. Older engines are a dream to work on because they have not been polluted by electronic relays, ECM and TBI. They are engines you can actually work on under a shade tree with your buddies.

[@gregbenwell6173]

Years ago my first wife's father had a Willys station wagon that was turned into a flat bed truck! His Willys had a completely spent inline four cylinder in it, so he yanked it out completely!! After making his own adapter plate, he installed an inline 6 out of a Chevy Camaro under the hood, and cut off what was left of the body behind the front doors, and welded the hood of a 1972 LTD to the rear of the cab turning it into a pick up cab!! The rest of the drive train was in good working order, and the frame was solid on the truck, and the Camaro engine ran well in it!! BUT what he did to it next is what impressed me the most about it, which was a neighbor gave him a dead Allis Chalmers tractor with the complete hydraulics system still intact on it!! So he made a few brackets and mounted the tractors hydraulics system to the Willys and the Camaro inline motor!! And the truck was "ALMOST complete" less one last thing he did to it!! He then found a friend who was selling a snow plow from a 1976 Ford F series truck and modified the frame of the plow to fit the Willys, and after a trip to NAPA to have them make a couple of custom hydraulic hoses that mated the plow ram set up to the Allis Chalmers hydraulic system, he had a plow trust that to this day he still uses!! The flatbed part of the truck was built extremely "basic", using timbers across the frame rails and planks of hardwood that he sawed himself (all rough cut) to make the bed!!

[@hernandovillamarinbuenaven7476]

Thanks for a great story, Greg!!. 🏆🙏

[@victorhasbun1452]

@@hernandovillamarinbuenaven7476 9””

[@Randy-g1u]

Junk it

[@kathypriddy8430]

My Dad had one of these back in 1962. We pulled it & installed a 235 Chevy straight 6. Moved the motor mounts forward, chopped the rear box and frame. I used it for several years in Mt Shasta plowing our 1/2 mile long dirt road to the county road. Mom always had stew on the stove for Jake, our dog, when we got too cold to plow any more.It is still plowing snow to this day, some 60+ years later. Oh yes, converted to 12 volt. What a difference.

[@OnkelPHMagee]

Another good one. People can learn a lot simply by watching you.

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thanks bud!

[@stewartarmstrong7567]

@@BudgetBuildz yeah great show Micheal, and not a mouse or cockroach to be seen in your barn for months to come, now it's been thoroughly fumigated. 😉😁🤣😂✌

[@loopy7232]

It was so fun to share in your joy when it finally came to life. That whoop almost came out of my mouth too.

[@miguelcruz8378]

Hello, I'm from Mexico. My father gave me a 1963 willys but it was just the pure hut and I hope to be able to make her walk one day. I'm a mechanic and I liked that if you turned it on, my respects. More videos of that project, please 🙏🏽

[@capt.stubing5604]

I just saw a 1954 like that in Boulder UT. One of the most complete restorations I have ever seen, beautiful. All original except the guy added a 5th gear so he could drive it on the hi way. You’ve got something special there.

[@jcpad1797]

Quickly becoming one of my favorite “ will it run” channels.

[@dandensmoresr.1637]

It s a134 c.u.i. " f" head,4valves in in the head four valves in the block

[@moepow8160]

There is one thing that stands out on this video besides this great truck and getting it started...look how easy it is to work on. That's what I remember. I owned a 41 Willys Jeep and I so regret selling it. This is a huge find. Thanks for the memories....

[@WatchWesWork]

I think you got yourself a little turned around on the base timing. The valves determine if it's the compression or the exhaust stroke, not the pistons. As long as the timing marks on the gears line up, the timing has to be correct. The ignition timing could be way off though, which could be adjusted by pulling the distributor and spinning the distributor gear to mesh in a new location on the cam. I usually figure these old engines need around 50psi of compression to run at all.

[@BudgetBuildz]

When marks were lined up, the valves were open. When I turned it another revolution the valves were closed as the piston was coming up to the top(compression stroke) and the timing mark was opposite(on cam). Once flipped everything lined up, valves closed, timing marks and piston at TDC(just like setting base timing). As far as the distributor goes…it’s way off lol. These only have a single position to be dropped in, the only way to relocate is to drop the oil pump(or if some has the cam gear off and installed improperly). All in all though, someone had been all over it….🤦‍♂️ Thanks for watching man, and throwing in a comment! I should’ve explained a bit more thoroughly as to not mix up. Oh and the compression went from 10-20 to 40-50 with the flip, then to almost 100 with the Lucas 😅

[@stew6338]

100% correct Wes. You did not need to rotate the cam gear.

[@harryrimmer6830]

If my memory serves me, the correct compression for an F4 is 90-110 psi. Since you got a reading of 100 psi on at least one cylinder (after the valves were lapped), the cam timing had to be right. You would not have gotten acceptable compression otherwise.

[@BudgetBuildz]

@@harryrimmer6830 I had 10-20 psi of compression after everything was said and done, after switching the timing I had 40-50. Then over 100 psi with the Lucas. It may all be complete coincidence and it was just slowly working up compression. In my experience, when assembling an engine, the number 1 cylinder needs to be at TDC and the timing marks need to line up. This one did not. I will mention from the get go it didn’t really try to pop off until I messed with the cam gear and it attempted to pop on atleast one or two cylinders.

[@BudgetBuildz]

@@harryrimmer6830 Oh wait..I see now 😅 I jokingly said 100 then minus 75 psi right after…sorry about that

[@daleheide1085]

My dad has one of those Willies when I was growing up. Remember him driving down the gravel roads and all of a sudden heading for the ditch. Down the ditch and then back up to do the same thing on the other side of the road. We kids would hang on for down ear life, laughing and calling for more. What a memory to have. Would love to find one of those trucks today

[@douglasnicholls1366]

I saw two "bad idea" practices here. 1) Using fine abrasives around the cylinders with the pistons in and no good way to get them clear afterwards. Great way to vertically hone a cylinder so that compression is more difficult to achieve. 2) Lapping valves with a drill. This encourages the lapping abrasive to create rings in the valves and valve seats, also lowering compression. Hand lapping works, doesn't take long, and gets the surfaces properly lapped because of the reversing action at the end of each hand stroke that keep the abrasive from honing the seat with grooves. You don't need or want power tools to do this. Plus, because the cam turns once for every two turns of the crankshaft, those who say the timing was right in the first place are correct. The distributor (or the placement of wires on it) may have been 180 degrees out, though. The right way to do that is to confirm compression stroke, then confirm that the points are opening with the rotor pointed at 1 on the cap when approaching TDC.

[@ronalddaub9740]

The camshaft is two to one

[@timcooper7845]

Really injoyed this. I learned how to drive in an old willys when I was12. Great memories. I'm 66 now.

[@hammer5475]

Nice work! I would only make one recommendation when dealing with the valves. I would use a back and forth method when seating those valves not drilling in one direction. Sounds like what you did worked just fine!

[@gregorybarton-qs9qs]

Your auto TLC is much appreciated, contending with old vehicles require patience and endurance to get real results ! At an auto dealership you can easily get results because the vehicles are not old and in poor condition, rather new and maintained to function properly . Vintage vehicles have a real historical value, well worth the admiration

[@greatnortherntroll6841]

This was the first and only time I've ever seen an "F" Head engine. I'd heard of 'em, but never actually saw one, despite working on several Willy's trucks and Overlands from the late 40's/early 50's... Fascinating design!

[@Alsintheshop]

I’m just putting together a little 134 F-head. Ironic that they call it a “hurricane” The old one was absolutely gutless, and then the bottom end went out of it. I was tempted to throw a V-6 in it, but couldn’t bring myself to do it. So I found another one that was somebody’s project. All the machining was done, all it needed to be was assembled. I had a local engine shop check it out and put it back together. It goes into a 1959 FC150. Thank you for posting this. This was really enjoyable and helpful. You’ve got a new fan.

[@cloudninephoto]

This is one of the best videos yet. Really enjoyed this. Looking forward to the next one on this beauty. 👍.

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you! I’m really glad you enjoyed! Can’t wait to share more 😃

[@keithgallagher2810]

Subscribed! Your willingness to show all your trial and error and especially your defeat on camera is greatly. Such a relief to see a car channel that's not afraid to show what working on old stuff is REALLY like. Thanks ao much!

[@smithcorp904]

I was nervous about that engine man so glad to hear that thing pop off!! Way to go Michael!

[@jakespeed63]

God Bless y’all 😄 for saving this old girl She deserves to be given a new lease on life. Honestly in the future may need a quicky down n dirty overhaul Thanks for sharing

[@nickmassey9104]

Michael your enthusiasm and determination is top notch well done 👏 ✔

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thanks so much!!

[@jaimeresto218]

This is one of the videos i like the most. If i were you, i'd put an air conditioner, a good music system and use it as a daily driver. Realy love that truck.

[@morgansword]

I know that getting the exhaust valves out is going to be the hardest part. When a engine is one eighty out, the cam and the crank marks are on opposite sides on the cam as the crank is always up or down. Take the plate off the side to get to the keepers

[@13thvarebel16]

Great work, boys! Reminds me of when my dad and I tried to restore an old International pickup that had been sitting in a junkyard for decades. We ended up not having the time or tools for it, but this really took me back ❤ As another commentor said, persistence is key. Excellent music selections too!

[@Texas-Chris]

Just so cool !!! Thank you for showing all the hard work your put in re-working that old engine. Thank you for a great video. Y’all stay safe out there. God Bless !!!

[@jamesryan5181]

Brings back great memories of driving my Grandfather's red Willies pickup. Didn't even have my license yet. Drove it all over his farm. I can remember the smell of that cab. Thanks for bringing back some fond memories.

[@dja1353]

I admire your patience and stick-to-it-iveness!

[@davecaron1213]

Back in the sixties, the contractor who built our house and all the others in our community had a Jeep just like yours, same color evan. I was fifteen and worked part time for him. I taught myself to drive using his jeep running errands around the job site. Good memories. Keep up the good work.

[@lanedayton7848]

Love watching old trucks come back to life! Looking forward to seeing more of this beaut

[@tyhogue8316]

I bought one from my great uncle, he used it at his mine. He had a 283 Chevy in it. It was lots of fun to just put around in muddy fields, no fun on the highway though.👍

[@Berven-gf9jq]

Great video once again, guys 🙂 I had some doubts for a second there, but you really got her going in the end. Superduper 🙂

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thanks so much! Really glad you enjoyed! I did too 😅

[@ThatGuyFromArizona]

You brought memories back to me I haven't thought about in over 50 years... Thank you for the fun video.

[@thisolesignguy2733]

My dream truck, I'm so jealous. I've always wanted to get a 50-55 Willy's pickup and drop a ford ranger 2.9 V6 into it. I know of some people putting straight 8s, and even a 305 in one but a 2.9 would fit perfectly without much trouble. But I just love the body style so much, I'd love to restore one

[@mtable5739]

if one becomes available will you be interested?

[@thisolesignguy2733]

@@mtable5739 I would be, but the money I saved up to find one I used to buy a rav4. I waited as long as I could but my car was just running on borrowed time so I had no choice. But I'm still looking, It's still my dream to fix one up, and someday I'll be able to

[@jasonmyers3847]

My uncle built a custom '48 wagon. He and my dad used a '78 Dodge wagon for the suspension and drive train. It handled and ran so much better. The little 318 V-8 did just fine, too.

[@eirik_halvorsen]

Wow! That was a tough one!! I think I've never had this level of tension in my body while watching a will it run video 😆 And I really felt the release and excitement when it finally woke and smoked up! 🤣 VERY entertaining and enjoyable episode of one of my favourites 🤩

[@PUYAT1957]

We have a lot of this in the Philippines. That engine we call it valve in head and its faster than the valve in block engine. This is where I started to learn being a mechanic. After world War 2, America left a lot of them in the Philippines.

[@camieljansen5504]

This was crazy. Congrats on making it through that rabbit hole! Well done

[@georgeroehl5885]

It's nice to see something come back to life. Old timer tip - it was always recommended not to use sandpaper on points. It can leave grit which causes points to get burned. Use a points file to ensure clean metal... And flatness. 2 or 3 strokes is usually enough. Follow with a piece of card stock to polish. Properly dressed points perform best and will last many years if cared for properly.

[@beaureguardi8902]

I had a '61 and a '62 Willys pickup(s) for a while. The sounds of that engine made me remember the smell of the trucks. It was exciting to see your motor fire up! I miss those old Jeeps!

[@victoriadurham29]

Loved this episode. You are very persistent! Waiting for your next episode on this Willis!

[@craigdouglasmartens7037]

My Grandpa had one of these after WW2 here in KwaZul Natal South Africa. My dad used them in the forestry industry as wel. My first waking memory of being in a car was in a Wilys wagon when I was still in nappies. Fantastic machines...

[@_zzpza]

Interesting engine. Never seen a combined side and overhead valve before. Good job! :)

[@kpadmirer]

Rolls-Royce used a similar valve system, called an F-Head. Allowed for a large intake valve.

[@donalddesnoo5303]

There's a head bolt under the carb too. That was the hurricane 4. Theese we're built by kaiser Frazer in 51 valves strange setup in 60 they had ohc. 6 engines in those years 80k miles BANG then silence 🙄

[@jeremywilliams4381]

Man ill tell you, I was grinning ear to ear when that old girl fired up. I was enjoying your success right there with ya. I've got a 72 j4800 camper special gladiator with the amc 401. I bought this truck and a few more from an estate auction . She was sitting there untouch since 2009 and the guy that owned it before hadn't touched it since 96. This 72 kicked my butt for a solid 5 days. When I finally got her to pop off, man I tell ya, my excitement was through the roof. I now drive this ol 72 all over the place. Can't wait for your next video.

[@natesteiner5460]

If the cam is "out by 180" rotate the crank 360 and the cam will be right. Cam spins half crank speed. Cam gear is phenolic, not nylon.

[@ferrumignis]

Yep I 'm pretty sure he was chasing ghosts there.

[@vincentrhea8723]

Just found your channel. My dad had one in the 60s. It was a beast in it's day. I wish I had it. But I do have the 1949 international kb1 panel that has been in the family for better than 60 years and it runs. Has a 283 Chevy with a 2 speed power glide. Love old vehicles.

[@robj2704]

Had no idea Jeep came up with such a valvetrain design. That's really odd.

[@sunsetrecords2548]

willys was its own company and was the company who created jeep. AMC just took the name from the willys jeep that was famous in world war 2 and spun it into its own brand

[@donalddesnoo5303]

When you open the hood of those always a surprise some had ohc.or ohv 6 or flathead continental sometimes V6 Buick or 283 Chevy had a 53 had Chrysler flathead 6 Kaiser Fraser made them then . They had a overhead cam in 60

[@williamlindner3984]

It's referred to as an "f" head . Cj 5s ran the same engine into the mid sixties.

[@allenbuck5589]

Man I drove my uncles old Jeep often in high school early 1970. It’s was way back from the 50s it was a wagener same color. Lots of good memories. Thanks for your videos from Aiken Sc.

[@randallsmerna384]

Why does NOBODY pressure wash engine bays BEFORE turning a wrench? 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@twistedpixel2558]

I always do. So much easier to see what's going on. Can't see with an inch of grease/oil-dirt mix all over everything.

[@bigscrewg]

We was raised different round here

[@twistedpixel2558]

@bigscrewg It's a heck of a lot easier to find the leaks on a clean engine block/transmission, I can tell you that.

[@bigscrewg]

@@twistedpixel2558 not necessarily. Look for the freshest wet spots on the engine, trans, etc.

[@twistedpixel2558]

@bigscrewg That doesn't always work though. There's so much grease and junk everywhere, alot of it looks fresh. A completely clean engine block guarantees you'll find it immediately. I can't tell you how many times when I was working as a mechanic that stuff was misdiagnosed because you just couldn't really tell what was going on because of the decades of layers of fluids.

[@jimkline9385]

back in the early '80s I bought a 1960 willys with a flathead six in it I had fun trying to get it start just like you did inspire me to get me another one and do it over again

[@winner33660]

That is a Great Feeling, bringing something back to Life, Keep after it. I just started on my first full size, 86 Ford F-250 XLT, 460 , been sitting, I'll get it

[@ronc7743]

I love this old Willys pickups. As a child I used to play on my creepy uncle's rat infested, weed ridden, Willis Jeep. Loved the Jeep, hated the uncle. I'd love to have one of these old pickups!

[@richardscott1762]

I had a 1949 pick up like yours, it had a flat head six cylinder, called a Willys Super Hurricane. I had a bottle opener bolted to the side of the hood and my vice bolted to the tailgate.

[@kennethbloom3584]

So envious. I attempted to salvage a 53 Willys wagon that had a 6 cyl loosely transplanted. fan shroud was removed, radiator was outside the front right fender and the gas can was mounted on the bumper on the left side. great fun driving that around the Oregon woods and then towed it back to Phoenix.

[@jimhesse6563]

I was really praying for the old girl, so happy she running !

[@thomasd9237]

Oh man. What a find.!!. Those trucks are very cool. I have always wanted one 👍👍 Next time, try some Marvel Mystery Oil ☺️

[@glennwilbur2546]

Really enjoyed the determination and perseverance you demonstrated while explanning your rationale for each step you took. Keep it coming!!!

[@ocevicheband502]

I had one of these as rat truck the last model with the curved one piece screen. Built in Toledo Ohio. 1962 model. Kaiser Jeep. The " Jolly Rodger " had a hell of lot of fun in it. Had a Ford Falcon 200 motor ,I gave a valve grind ,new Walsh plugs and head gasket...it had original T90 Spicer/Dana....fully rebuilt. I went through 3 clutch pressure plates, di afram. 1991 -2005. Brisbane Queensland Oz. Sold it to a hot rod builder on the Gold coast. Someone loves ....the Jolly Rodger!

[@marsmars9130]

This is what a TRUE Shade tree mechanic is! Fantastic, getting it done with what you got!

[@randymiller3949]

Just call me "OLD SCHOOL" or "STUCK IN MY OLD FASHIONED WAYS" but that thing is absolutely beautiful the way it is...if it was me, I'd get it running, then drive it "PROUDLY" just the way it is!!! Much love from Mobile Alabama.

[@lavasiouxwindwater9789]

Yep same here brother. No paint, jist let her be.

[@rick4649]

Great video. I spent many years under hoods of import cars and trucks and I really enjoyed watching..

[@rustylingenfelter5756]

Liked the video(s). First, if you replace a 6 volt battery, replace it with an 8 volt aircraft battery. It will turn the engine like a top while still providing enough juice for the coil. You won't have to change bulbs, gauges, etc. If you insist on a 6 volt battery,, connect a 6 volt lantern battery to the coil until everything is running well. Second, when the engine is that gummed up, flush it with degreaser, kerosene, or similar. You did a good job cleaning it up, but probably put in more work than you needed to.

[@adareone]

I have owned 2 of these Willys trucks and really loved seeing you do the work I did back in the day. I loved the challenges and the simplisity of those F heads. I have owned 40+ Willys Jeeps from the 45 MB thur the 70s CJs. Love them all.

[@Kj-sw2mb]

I have 1956 Willy’s wagon 47,000 original miles been kept in a barn inside last registration was 1986. Really great condition might sell it. All original

[@cheftomsd]

Love to see this thing restored with new paint, interior and Buick 3800 engine and RWD train. Not sure it is possible but an interesting thought.

[@damiangillett6443]

I use 2 stroke in a spray bottle for starting engines left sitting after lubing the bores. Ether wont help you seat valves. 2 cycle fuel will because it lubes the valves and seats. Sounded like it was trying, booster battery and decent cables to throw it over faster may have saved you ripping the head off, Lubing the bores and barring it by hand to free it up may have given you a faster crank. I stand corrected after seeing and hearing what I did when you pulled the head :)

[@richardkafka5625]

Great job! Most people would have given up. So happy to see this come back to life!

[@jwbranham2009]

I actually was cheering with you! Thanks for putting this video together and sharing the fun and knowledge you have!

[@OpieDogie]

Gotta love these old Willys trucks. Great Job and thanks for rescuing it from the hot rod/ custom off road guys.

[@Dagrond]

Just bought a '51 that's been parked forever. Some old Buick engine. WO tailgate, warner OD. Hope I have as much fun as you are!!!

[@offrodnolefmr7445]

Fantastic job. Loved this video and can’t wait for part two. Way to stick with it. Been a Jeep guy all my 67 years and I’ve always loved this old ones. Thanks for the great job!!

[@dano336]

wow this brings back memories..had a 1960 , back in the late 80's rough but it drove great, used to pull people out of the sand at Daytona Beach

[@alexanderw6309]

Had a 55 willies same body had an original 6cylinder engine it with spun rod bearing. Rebuilt that engine at a Air force auto hobby shop. I ran it for two years then built a 283 Small Block Chev engine and swapped that engine into it. Truck ran great with both engines. Great Trucks

[@chocolingo7423]

At 32:20 you looked defeated but your determination and in-depth knowledge paid off. Great video sir!!!

[@michelchartrand7257]

I got just as exited as you got when that puff of smoke came out,for having myself work on some engines and raked my brain and knuckles on them, I know the exhilarating feeling whend it works. Bravo mon ami.

[@eddyraye5825]

Just found your site. What a find. This is a sweet old truck to restore. Almost no body rot and it's all there. I'm looking for an old Willys PU for myself now. I guess I've got the bug.

[@jamesmoody5961]

Great job. Putting the time and effort into saving the old girl is great to see.

[@malcolmboynton7652]

best vid i've seen recently. fun stuff. suggestion. if you gotta pull the head, run the pistons to about mid stroke and dump gas,kroil,or whatever in the cylinders to try to soak the rings abap.