Hi everyone, thanks for watching the video! I was pretty discouraged by the end of this. But as usual, the evening after I finished the video, I was interested in the project again. I think I can clean up the tops of the bores enough to pull the pistons. #6 will take some work and I will probably try some Evaporust to dissolve whatever corrosion is lodged between the piston and bore. Then I can see if honing the bores will clean them up well enough. Take the head apart, clean everything up, maybe grind the valves, maybe new piston rings, and put it back together. It's the start of a plan at least...
That’s the fun in mechanical work. Find out the issues and find a logical solution to them and put it into practice. Although in this case and many others it didn’t pan out as we hoped….you will still get it going! With your mechanical knowledge I wouldn’t worry about it at all. Can’t wait to see the next part. Have a good Sunday morning!
I have seen folks with antique trucks at farmers markets. A nice old truck with your farm logo on it would certainly draw customers. I would like to do it when I find the right truck. I haul my hay with an old GMC 7000. Runs slow, steers hard, air brakes leak, lights iffy, quite rusty with different colors here and there, but there is a measure of tranquility going down the road with it. Put a box bed for the market on that binder and you will have something special.
Dump the thing! Let it be someone else’s nightmare. They can drop a salvaged LS drivetrain in it, being there are goodles of retired rusted out Chevy Tahoes and Suburbans out there to pick from.
Getting the truck on the road with Henry and the exoerience of working with your son would be priceless. If you bring your dad in then thats the icing on the cake or truck.
My dad had a 52 Chevy truck that sat in our barn for 25 yrs or more & my brother & I decided to get it running... It was stuck too... It came down to one cylinder & we tried everything... So we put it back together & filled the cylinders with atf & diesel . It sat for 9 months & one day I took a socket & breaker bar out expecting more of the same . But it broke free . And that began a long wk end trying to get it running ... We finally got it started & after a few heat cycles it started & ran with ease ... It wasnt practical on our farm anymore since we had several trucks that were certainly more modern... At the end of the day the truck wasnt worth much , but my dad & my brother accomplished something & we were working together again after my brother & I had our own families. My mom brought us coffee & took a few pictures we were unaware she took. She liked having her boys together again... She's gone now & I miss working with my dad & brother on old farm equipment. So , I dont know if fixing that old truck is practical , but maybe you & Henry can do it together ...
You’ll never get the money back from that truck. But the time, time being everyone’s most valuable resource was worth far more than the value of the truck. The memories and time spent from where I’m sitting seem more than worth it! For all those involved!
Some of the very best conversations I had with my Dad were while we were doing stuff underneath a vehicle. I don't remember exactly what we were fixing but I remember the things we talked about and how much those words from Dad still shape my life. He was a deep thinker, heavy reader of practical knowledge books and very into philosophies and the humanities. His kindness and dedication to family are still a lighthouse for the way I live my life. Thanks for the memories of greasy busted knuckles and specks of rust and grit and oil in the face. The best of times!
My Dad has told me many story’s of him and grandpa either working on the semis together or running cats in the bush, he said that grandpa had told him some of the most important things in life.
Please please please continue on with the restoration. My wife and I love old trucks. This truck brought back to its original state seems amazing!!!! Thank you Pete!
Crazy how I have missed Pete working on his farm for the past few months. Life gets busy. But coming back to watch a video, it is always a good time seeing Pete and Henry accomplish things! Love watching the rebuilds!
No matter what you decide, just know my 13 yr old boy loves watching your videos. He was thrilled to see your "mystery project" video. Thanks for the example of a good attitude and hard work.
Pete. Don’t get discouraged. We love all your content. When things don’t go as planned that’s life and gives you and your channel more character that way.
It's great to see father, son, and grandson. I'd pull the engine and get it where it's comfortable to work on before winter. And then make decisions on what's next. Thanks, Pete and Henry!
Pete - I love your positive outlook on even the most negative situations! And I've taken your lead and stopped reading the national news and now feel much better about myself and the world.
Hey Pete - it has been a while since you ran a gofundme (yes, I contributed to the MD), and I feel very strongly that this will be a great project for you and Henry. I'm ready if you are!
$100 for sure especially if I got $50 merch credit at the end of the project. That would give enough time to keep scammers from reneging on donation. Limit it to projected cost ( 100 spots X $50 would net $5K ). It would be an honor and privilege to be even a small part of the project. Not everyone would use the credit but I sure would if a project tshirt hit the store.
Hi Pete That’s a great truck please continue with your restoration. The frame and body of that truck is in very good shape . That means your work in that aspect will be easier. You pulled the head and so you now know what you are dealing with . The crank and cam look to be good ,another positive! I’ve done a bit of this work and I’ve seen you demonstrate your skills in many videos. Keep moving forward that truck is a worthy project and I know both you and Henry will restore it beautifully.
Morning Pete... and family ! Can u see urself driving that to the farmers market(with all ur stuff) when u get it done ?! Painted red(like ur tractors),w "a few acres farms" painted on the doors !!
There's nothing like the sound of a good running IH. The time spent w your son is priceless. How I miss working w my Dad...worked on a lot of those pld corn binders, gas and Diesels. The old UD's ran on gasoline, then sw'd to diesel. They had their own special sound too. Remember Dad's ole 49, and 57 Pu's. Home made booms and side boxes made em Serv rigs for his Trk n Tractor repair shop! He once pulled a loaded cattle Trk from OR dow into CA with his pu. Had to puller down and re ring er when he got home!. He said the big trick was stayin out front of that Trk on the tow bar coming down the mnts! Had to really stress to Trk driver the importance of not over using the brakes, and running out of air, as he could only idle the trk motor!
The truck is definitely worth saving. No it doesn’t have all the creature comforts we’ve all come to expect but that’s exactly what makes it worth saving. I grew up riding in old trucks like this with my Grandpa and I’d give the world to have one of them going. As I get older I find myself loving and missing the way it was. Life was so much simpler and so were the vehicles, tools, etc. As I watched this video all I could do was imagine how awesome it would be on that final day of restoration to turn the key put it in gear and drive off down the road . Keep up the great work.
Pete, I can't express my admiration for your patience, ingenuity, determination and guts. You have such a wide spectrum of videos-but for me, I think this one may have been your best. Up to see the kids this weekend and sailed by the Farmers Market, of course thought of you and HIlarie.
I hope you continue with this... take the next step, anyway. Then I read YOUR comment here.... and now I hope you ARE able to free up that piston. I really like the idea of this project... but I enjoy most of the stuff you get up to. So... thanks Pete, for sharing the ups and downs... if you can get that one piston to go up and down... and let us know if you make any progress. THANKS
I love the history of your truck and that Henry is even helping. Definitely passing on a family legacy. I understand that using it for farmer's markets won't work, even though that would be so cool! How about letting people rent it out? Maybe for weddings, photographers to do family photos, or maybe the local pumpkin farm to do hayrides on? Unsure of all the logistics, maybe Henry could be the chauffeur... it would be great advertising if "just a few acres" was on the side. 😊
She’s a beauty. I don’t remember it looking to be in that good of shape on the outside. Impressive. Free nutshells too… wow! Thinking you’ll be needing some new upholstery.
I was going to say, follow your heart. If and I say if anyone could restore this truck. It is you, you are not a quitter and it will take time. Not to lose focus to the things that need your attention. So it may take a couple years, but it will be worth at the end. Life journey has it up and downs. I can see you and Hillary riding in that truck to where ever you go as couples. I want to say thank you for your humor and wisdom. Even your funny jokes. Keep it up. Thank you.
Pete, my husband Mike and I watch from Canada and cheer you on, in everything from your love of the old tractors, to building up your grass… We just LOVED the truck video and seeing you work with your son, though. Don’t quit on that old truck, just yet! ❤
Pete,I have no doubt with your old school tactics and mechanical expertise,you will have that old engine purring again.Personally ,I would like to see it restored with the Just A Few Acres farm logo on it parked close to your stall at the market.
You know that we love to see you tear it down to the last bolt and then with perfection put it back together. I will happily watch the ads to fund the project. 😂
Its an IH those engines can take a lot of abuse and still run. Always appreciate your methods. I think it goes beyond immediate cost. They arent making anymore like that, you have the ability and the next generation would enjoy the fruits of your labor. I also think it would generate enough income off the video maybe to pay for the cost? It would be interesting to see for sure. I learned new methods just watching today. Thanks Pete.
The old trucks are not like new trucks, as you said. They are uncomfortable, loud and difficult to operate. But that gives them character. That is what makes them a joy to use. That's the same reason we fix and use old tractors.
Pete! I’ve been waiting for this project to start for years! I have 1964 Chevy C10. It’s been a lot of work to keep it going but I can tell you it’s truly worth it!! Your right it doest go fast, it’s not comfy but you can’t beat how it feels to drive it around and all the compliments I get. My kids will be the 5th generation to drive it and my great grandpa bought it he was born in 1894 so pretty awesome to have all that history. I have no doubt you will restore it, it’s not an easy decision to make but once you start you can’t stop as you know so well! Love your videos! You’re so inspirational! Keep up the great work!
Hi Pete. I really enjoy watching your videos through the years. I really like the videos where Patty is yelling at you. Please keep coming with more videos. I really look forward to watching them...
Good morning Pete I think as time goes on you and Henry will get back to the truck and y'all finish it because that's something you really like to do work on stuff
I knew you would come up with a plan, Pete. No matter what kind of video you come up with, it is so relaxing to watch and your voice is so calming for this 77 yr old woman. Never a frame girl but love to know how things work. Dont get discouraged. You always come out on top in the end.
I would like to see you restore the whole truck as you have done to several tractors. It is so important for historical purposes. Heck, what's money for if not to use it! Go for it!
Do not be discouraged, you know what to do restore that truck. Your videos are great keep up the great work. Bore out the engine and do it right, that's what you are all about, doing projects, and farming. People never fix anything. Thank God you can.
Great video Pete! It may cost a lot of money to fix her up but it would be a great father son project if Henry is up for it. Tough decision to make for sure.
Pete, I hope you decide to rebuild that engine. That truck would provide interesting content too. I may be biased with my 1968 Ford F100 but these trucks are a link with an earlier simpler time. Like other commenters I really like the fact that you have opportunity to work with Henry. These experiences are priceless.
The hubby and I enjoyed watching you and Henry work on the old truck together. While watching you and your son working together, it brought back memories of how my husband taught our daughter's how to do simple repairs and oil changes so they could do it themselves. Their grown now, but our youngest turn into a good back yard mechanic. Thanks for bringing back some awesome memories for my hubby working with our girls. As always, thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to make the videos we all enjoy. 😊
Hi Pete! This was very fun to watch! You know we all are going to want you to keep going! I love that truck! If you do another video, I hope you tell us about the trucks history if you know it. I feel like you might have talked about it before, but I don't remember. I agree with some of the other comments about getting Dad involved too. I hope all you guys are doing well. If you have any desire of continuing on the truck. Think about that joy and excitement you get from first start and that crazy feeling of driving it. I believe that outweighs the lack of modern conveniences and the rough/loudness of the old lumberer. As long as you're not daily driving it the truck would be awesome! Thank you Pete!
Pete, I felt like I was on your farm , holding your camera when you said, “I need a vacation.” As they say, The truck got the sandwich this time, but eventually, you’ll get the meal. And, hard work is never really in vain. Thanks for the inspiration! I have a ‘56 Farmall 200 in my garage that needs my attention.
A real iconic piece. To have a international truck in that shape the sheet metal or the body looks to be in nice shape. Hope you and your son do a full restoration on it, very interesting hope to watch it come together.
Sees title, then the film length…. ‘Well, not right away, anyway!’ Now to settle in with coffee before a day in a crawl space. Thanks, as always, for the moment of zen, Pete.
All the "problems" you described with old trucks... That's why we love them! Maybe somebody on here will know of a donor engine, That #6 looks like it needs a sleeve to me at least. Good luck!
Wow, what a project! Pete, if the wheels on the truck are the same style as the one you removed from the cab I'd suggest replacing them as that style of split rim is very dangerous to work with.
He may not have a choice. In most jurisdictions,split rims have been made illegal on public roads. I am of two minds about that,but the bottom line is that altogether too many people can be careless,and split rims can kill or cripple. And tube tires are functionally an obsolete technology. Properly cleaned and inspected,with a safety cage present,split rims are not more dangerous than inflating a tubeless tire for the first time. I remember this big German guy who did it for a living for many years. Miserable hard work doing it with hand tools,no safety cage. But he was knowledgeable, experienced and careful with cleanliness. Unafraid to reject a rim after careful inspection. I saw his efforts with real respect. Saying to myself,not me. Harder work than throwing 40lb hay bales onto a wagon. Let the air powered tire changer do the work. That's why they make them.
I knew an old timer that got an engine unstuck using an old spark plug base and a grease gun. He made a fitting using spark plug attached to hose of grease gun. Filled it with oil and pumped it up with pressure. Every time he walked by he gave it another pump.
Hi from the UK 🇬🇧 my husband and I know next to nothing about mechanics but we found this so interesting. I'm sure you'll finish it it time. Love all your videos ❤
It was great seeing a father and son doing such a challenging task. The time you share with each other is really what it is all about. Great video as always.
Love the truck. Please continue with the full restoration. International red with wooden flatbed and IH decals on the door. But it's your truck and anything you do will awesome.
Vehicle recovery and tree trimming all in one, that is a value added service for sure. Looking forward to this content, the truck has such possibilities!
Pete I think the only answer, and probably the most economical answer is to find an International DT466 out of a bus or a dump truck for a repower. Been following your channel for years and I love this sort of content!!!
Whenever I watch your videos i think the buildings you've maintained give your place charm. The IHC is a worthy project. Just throw gunny sacks on the seat, and it's farm ready. Thank you Pete.
Pete I know your not asking and I don't have a lot but I'm willing to donate just like I did with the MD. I really want to see you get this truck running and possibly restored.
Pete no problem I love your videos especially because I don't have the mechanical skills to do half of what you do, but you have taught me a lot. Ever thought of doing a calendar? I would buy it my favorite tractors are 1. MD 2.Super C 3.656
I really enjoyed watching you and Henry work side by side. Great video! Henry sure has grown up since you started this channel, and Henry was a little kiddo doing the "Floss" moves. 😂😂
My uncle had that model truck, he bought it highly used from our local lumber yard. I drove it as an underage farm kid hauling oats from the combine to our granary. Thanks for the reminder of how I loved those days. Your projects let me relive those wonderful memories!
Part of the fun is working out how to get things done ! Then applying that workaround and getting it working! Also your son will never forget these times, working together!
Pete- love all of your videos and especially your tractor restoration videos, I can tell you that some of my best moments with my dad is restoring old tractors and to at least run enough to use them. Please continue your work with this old truck even if it takes longer than expected!
Mustie1 took the day off from uploading so a perfect video topic for me. And yes Pete, I absolutely have mentioned your channel in his comment section. The first time when you hadn't hit 50K Subscribers yet. Two of the UA-cam World's Top Ten CanDoer's. Cheers ☆ EDIT: 34:32 Nope, I don't think so either.
First of all, I love the Delaware Blue Hens tee shirt, mostly found around Rehoboth Beach, DE. As far as the truck, I can imagine and see a beautiful smoker/barbeque reconfiguration. A one of a kind. With a refurbished, windshielded cab for keeping an eye on things. Maybe haul it to a drive-in movie or a drag strip or your favorite lake or a professional football game or a tractor show. Or go to PEP Boys and buy a rebuilt engine and save your knuckles. Thanks for all the joy you bring to the world.
Pete, one of my sons restored my 1966 Travelette 4 door and now is retiring and collecting old IH trucks to restore. My recommendation is restore that old guy with Henry and then use it for your market sales runs. You both would enjoy that restoration. It's only money and time. LOL
Even with the temporary disappointment, you've still got that twinkle in your eye. Its not a question of 'if' you will get it running, its just a question of when. That truck has meaning to you and you know it. Follow your heart Pete!
Thanks for this video. I can understand the frustration. What this truck has going for it is the body is in good condition which might make a compelling reason for continuing on. If it was me I would be thinking about either 1. salvaging the cab and front clip to be sold or transplanted onto another running chassis and doing a body restoration only (sand and paint, upholstery, minimal repairs) or 2. pulling the engine and rebuilding it as a part of more complete restoration. This truck would make a nice flat bed which is handy to have on a small farm as a hay hauler / parade rig. I can imagine it would be enjoyable and satisfying to have that old truck around a a part of the fleet especially given its history. A third option (which could be simpler and inexpensive) is swapping in a good-running IH 345 or 392 paired with a T-18 or T-19 manual transmission or 727 auto. These engine / transmission combos are still easy to find and inexpensive. Still a lot of work but in the end the truck would have a lot more power and be more drivable. Have fun!
I've got our old farm truck get going myself. Just like you when we hit the wiring problems I got discouraged. But sometimes you just need a break to think things through and sometimes gain A New Perspective. Enjoy your Channel and enjoy watching you power through! 😊
Hi everyone, thanks for watching the video! I was pretty discouraged by the end of this. But as usual, the evening after I finished the video, I was interested in the project again. I think I can clean up the tops of the bores enough to pull the pistons. #6 will take some work and I will probably try some Evaporust to dissolve whatever corrosion is lodged between the piston and bore. Then I can see if honing the bores will clean them up well enough. Take the head apart, clean everything up, maybe grind the valves, maybe new piston rings, and put it back together. It's the start of a plan at least...
@JustaFewAcresFarm sounds like a great plan! If anyone can do it, it will be you. Good luck and thanks for bringing us along.
That’s the fun in mechanical work. Find out the issues and find a logical solution to them and put it into practice. Although in this case and many others it didn’t pan out as we hoped….you will still get it going! With your mechanical knowledge I wouldn’t worry about it at all.
Can’t wait to see the next part. Have a good Sunday morning!
I have seen folks with antique trucks at farmers markets. A nice old truck with your farm logo on it would certainly draw customers. I would like to do it when I find the right truck. I haul my hay with an old GMC 7000. Runs slow, steers hard, air brakes leak, lights iffy, quite rusty with different colors here and there, but there is a measure of tranquility going down the road with it. Put a box bed for the market on that binder and you will have something special.
Dump the thing!
Let it be someone else’s nightmare. They can drop a salvaged LS drivetrain in it, being there are goodles of retired rusted out Chevy Tahoes and Suburbans out there to pick from.
Get some kroil it's the only thing that will break a piston loose
Getting the truck on the road with Henry and the exoerience of working with your son would be priceless. If you bring your dad in then thats the icing on the cake or truck.
My dad had a 52 Chevy truck that sat in our barn for 25 yrs or more & my brother & I decided to get it running...
It was stuck too...
It came down to one cylinder & we tried everything...
So we put it back together & filled the cylinders with atf & diesel .
It sat for 9 months & one day I took a socket & breaker bar out expecting more of the same .
But it broke free .
And that began a long wk end trying to get it running ...
We finally got it started & after a few heat cycles it started & ran with ease ...
It wasnt practical on our farm anymore since we had several trucks that were certainly more modern...
At the end of the day the truck wasnt worth much , but my dad & my brother accomplished something & we were working together again after my brother & I had our own families.
My mom brought us coffee & took a few pictures we were unaware she took.
She liked having her boys together again...
She's gone now & I miss working with my dad & brother on old farm equipment.
So , I dont know if fixing that old truck is practical , but maybe you & Henry can do it together ...
Such a lovely memorial to your family ❤
What is the history of the truck? Your Dad's? Makes a difference.
I would like to see a lot more people with this kind of thinking. Your story / experience is a great one for sharing.
You’ll never get the money back from that truck. But the time, time being everyone’s most valuable resource was worth far more than the value of the truck. The memories and time spent from where I’m sitting seem more than worth it! For all those involved!
@@barehill100I wish he would have answered that.
Pete, you don’t understand that we live vicariously through you. One of the great traits you have as patience. Something we all need to have more of.
It seems like Henry has become a man overnight! Great to see father and son working on a project together.
I barely recognized him.
😂😂😂❤
The world truly needs more men like Pete in it. Great content sir.
I love the fact that you are an actual Shade Tree Mechanic. It's always nice to see a Father and Son working together. I love this channel.
I agree!
Some of the very best conversations I had with my Dad were while we were doing stuff underneath a vehicle. I don't remember exactly what we were fixing but I remember the things we talked about and how much those words from Dad still shape my life. He was a deep thinker, heavy reader of practical knowledge books and very into philosophies and the humanities. His kindness and dedication to family are still a lighthouse for the way I live my life. Thanks for the memories of greasy busted knuckles and specks of rust and grit and oil in the face. The best of times!
My Dad has told me many story’s of him and grandpa either working on the semis together or running cats in the bush, he said that grandpa had told him some of the most important things in life.
Please please please continue on with the restoration. My wife and I love old trucks. This truck brought back to its original state seems amazing!!!! Thank you Pete!
Crazy how I have missed Pete working on his farm for the past few months. Life gets busy. But coming back to watch a video, it is always a good time seeing Pete and Henry accomplish things! Love watching the rebuilds!
Ask Henry what he would like to do. Father son working on a project together priceless!
You and Henry can do it....bring pops in to tell a few stories and maybe jokes....Hillary can come hold a flashlight here and there. Go for it.
Agree 100%. Pete is conflicted. Henry seems interested... What does Henry think?
Pete; One of the Best episodes ever.
It does my heart good to see you and Henry working on the truck together. Keep the content coming.
Amazing how time flies! Henry isn't the boy helping on the farm anymore but a young man!
No matter what you decide, just know my 13 yr old boy loves watching your videos. He was thrilled to see your "mystery project" video. Thanks for the example of a good attitude and hard work.
Perseverance. You have more than anyone I know. DO NOT give up .And get your dad and Henry in on it. Great video Pete.
Pete. Don’t get discouraged. We love all your content. When things don’t go as planned that’s life and gives you and your channel more character that way.
It's great to see father, son, and grandson. I'd pull the engine and get it where it's comfortable to work on before winter. And then make decisions on what's next.
Thanks, Pete and Henry!
I would enjoy watching you do it. I know you can. Before the end, I told my wife, "Ithink he can do everything." Go for it!
Rebuilt it Pete . It's a classic! You and your son would enjoy working on it. Working on vehicles with you kids builds a bond that irreplaceable.
Pete - I love your positive outlook on even the most negative situations! And I've taken your lead and stopped reading the national news and now feel much better about myself and the world.
Hey Pete - it has been a while since you ran a gofundme (yes, I contributed to the MD), and I feel very strongly that this will be a great project for you and Henry. I'm ready if you are!
I was thinking the same thing. Would love to see this restoration..
$100 for sure especially if I got $50 merch credit at the end of the project. That would give enough time to keep scammers from reneging on donation. Limit it to projected cost ( 100 spots X $50 would net $5K ). It would be an honor and privilege to be even a small part of the project. Not everyone would use the credit but I sure would if a project tshirt hit the store.
Henry is growing like a weed getting so talk
We did it when he had very few followers it was awesome to see him revive this piece of history.
Hi Pete
That’s a great truck please continue with your restoration.
The frame and body of that truck is in very good shape .
That means your work in that aspect will be easier.
You pulled the head and so you now know what you are dealing with .
The crank and cam look to be good ,another positive!
I’ve done a bit of this work and I’ve seen you demonstrate your skills in many videos.
Keep moving forward that truck is a worthy project and I know both you and Henry will restore it beautifully.
Morning Pete... and family ! Can u see urself driving that to the farmers market(with all ur stuff) when u get it done ?! Painted red(like ur tractors),w "a few acres farms" painted on the doors !!
Yes!
There's nothing like the sound of a good running IH. The time spent w your son is priceless. How I miss working w my Dad...worked on a lot of those pld corn binders, gas and Diesels. The old UD's ran on gasoline, then sw'd to diesel. They had their own special sound too. Remember Dad's ole 49, and 57 Pu's. Home made booms and side boxes made em Serv rigs for his Trk n Tractor repair shop! He once pulled a loaded cattle Trk from OR dow into CA with his pu. Had to puller down and re ring er when he got home!. He said the big trick was stayin out front of that Trk on the tow bar coming down the mnts! Had to really stress to Trk driver the importance of not over using the brakes, and running out of air, as he could only idle the trk motor!
The truck is definitely worth saving. No it doesn’t have all the creature comforts we’ve all come to expect but that’s exactly what makes it worth saving. I grew up riding in old trucks like this with my Grandpa and I’d give the world to have one of them going. As I get older I find myself loving and missing the way it was. Life was so much simpler and so were the vehicles, tools, etc.
As I watched this video all I could do was imagine how awesome it would be on that final day of restoration to turn the key put it in gear and drive off down the road . Keep up the great work.
Hi Pete,
I have been anxiously waiting to see what you're going to do with this international truck.
Thank You.
Great to see Henry working on the truck with with you and he really seem to be enjoying the time with you.
Pete, I can't express my admiration for your patience, ingenuity, determination and guts. You have such a wide spectrum of videos-but for me, I think this one may have been your best. Up to see the kids this weekend and sailed by the Farmers Market, of course thought of you and HIlarie.
Take your time and restore this truck. It would be great to drive it to the market. It will be worth it!!!!😊
I hope you continue with this... take the next step, anyway. Then I read YOUR comment here.... and now I hope you ARE able to free up that piston. I really like the idea of this project... but I enjoy most of the stuff you get up to. So... thanks Pete, for sharing the ups and downs... if you can get that one piston to go up and down... and let us know if you make any progress. THANKS
I enjoyed watching you and Henry dismantle this IH engine. Love seeing older engines appreciated and given another chance. What a treat!
I love the history of your truck and that Henry is even helping. Definitely passing on a family legacy.
I understand that using it for farmer's markets won't work, even though that would be so cool! How about letting people rent it out? Maybe for weddings, photographers to do family photos, or maybe the local pumpkin farm to do hayrides on? Unsure of all the logistics, maybe Henry could be the chauffeur... it would be great advertising if "just a few acres" was on the side. 😊
See if you can find another running motor? Love the diversity of videos!
She’s a beauty. I don’t remember it looking to be in that good of shape on the outside. Impressive. Free nutshells too… wow! Thinking you’ll be needing some new upholstery.
DO NOT give up, this is an opportunity to teach your son all your mechanical knowledge. 👍
Henry is lucky youngman. This expetience is Priceless
Ah Pete, you know you want to pull that engine and go though it with your personal touch!
Go for it!
Keep Smilin!!!!
I was going to say, follow your heart. If and I say if anyone could restore this truck. It is you, you are not a quitter and it will take time. Not to lose focus to the things that need your attention. So it may take a couple years, but it will be worth at the end. Life journey has it up and downs. I can see you and Hillary riding in that truck to where ever you go as couples. I want to say thank you for your humor and wisdom. Even your funny jokes. Keep it up. Thank you.
Pete, my husband Mike and I watch from Canada and cheer you on, in everything from your love of the old tractors, to building up your grass…
We just LOVED the truck video and seeing you work with your son, though. Don’t quit on that old truck, just yet! ❤
Pete,I have no doubt with your old school tactics and mechanical expertise,you will have that old engine purring again.Personally ,I would like to see it restored with the Just A Few Acres farm logo on it parked close to your stall at the market.
You know that we love to see you tear it down to the last bolt and then with perfection put it back together. I will happily watch the ads to fund the project. 😂
Its an IH those engines can take a lot of abuse and still run. Always appreciate your methods. I think it goes beyond immediate cost. They arent making anymore like that, you have the ability and the next generation would enjoy the fruits of your labor. I also think it would generate enough income off the video maybe to pay for the cost? It would be interesting to see for sure. I learned new methods just watching today. Thanks Pete.
Henry got taller and bigger !! Again was a pleasure have that daily dose of pete greatness thank you for sharing your journey !
The old trucks are not like new trucks, as you said. They are uncomfortable, loud and difficult to operate. But that gives them character. That is what makes them a joy to use. That's the same reason we fix and use old tractors.
I certainly hope you continue with this project.!!!
Either way, this is my favorite UA-cam video of the week 🤠😎🇺🇸
Thank You !!!
I'm excited that you're working on this truck thanks
Pete! I’ve been waiting for this project to start for years! I have 1964 Chevy C10. It’s been a lot of work to keep it going but I can tell you it’s truly worth it!! Your right it doest go fast, it’s not comfy but you can’t beat how it feels to drive it around and all the compliments I get. My kids will be the 5th generation to drive it and my great grandpa bought it he was born in 1894 so pretty awesome to have all that history. I have no doubt you will restore it, it’s not an easy decision to make but once you start you can’t stop as you know so well! Love your videos! You’re so inspirational! Keep up the great work!
The best thing I saw was you and Henry working together on a project.
Henry is getting tall. You'll be looking up to him some day
Take care
Good to Henry working with you.
Glad to see you doing this project. I know you have looked forward to it for some time. Thank you for sharing with us!
Hi Pete. I really enjoy watching your videos through the years. I really like the videos where Patty is yelling at you. Please keep coming with more videos. I really look forward to watching them...
Great to see all three generations in one video. As for Henrie's new daily driver. We will see next time.
Good morning Pete I think as time goes on you and Henry will get back to the truck and y'all finish it because that's something you really like to do work on stuff
Oh my gosh! It will be satisfying to get cleaned up, getting it running will be a bonus! What a neat old truck
That truck appears to have splid bones. That combined with your skills will produce a wonderful outcome Pete!
Hi Pete. Can't wait to see what this truck will look like. I see your son is growing up fast. Keep up the good work.
I knew you would come up with a plan, Pete. No matter what kind of video you come up with, it is so relaxing to watch and your voice is so calming for this 77 yr old woman. Never a frame girl but love to know how things work. Dont get discouraged. You always come out on top in the end.
I would like to see you restore the whole truck as you have done to several tractors. It is so important for historical purposes. Heck, what's money for if not to use it! Go for it!
Do not be discouraged, you know what to do restore that truck. Your videos are great keep up the great work. Bore out the engine and do it right, that's what you are all about, doing projects, and farming. People never fix anything. Thank God you can.
You know Pete, after the restoration, you’re going to have a sweet little “ride”. 😊😊
Well Pete, you have a nice start to an International/Farmall collection. This truck would be a nice addition.
Great video Pete! It may cost a lot of money to fix her up but it would be a great father son project if Henry is up for it. Tough decision to make for sure.
Pete,
I hope you decide to rebuild that engine. That truck would provide interesting content too.
I may be biased with my 1968 Ford F100 but these trucks are a link with an earlier simpler time. Like other commenters I really like the fact that you have opportunity to work with Henry. These experiences are priceless.
The hubby and I enjoyed watching you and Henry work on the old truck together. While watching you and your son working together, it brought back memories of how my husband taught our daughter's how to do simple repairs and oil changes so they could do it themselves. Their grown now, but our youngest turn into a good back yard mechanic. Thanks for bringing back some awesome memories for my hubby working with our girls. As always, thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to make the videos we all enjoy. 😊
Hi Pete! This was very fun to watch! You know we all are going to want you to keep going! I love that truck! If you do another video, I hope you tell us about the trucks history if you know it. I feel like you might have talked about it before, but I don't remember. I agree with some of the other comments about getting Dad involved too. I hope all you guys are doing well. If you have any desire of continuing on the truck. Think about that joy and excitement you get from first start and that crazy feeling of driving it. I believe that outweighs the lack of modern conveniences and the rough/loudness of the old lumberer. As long as you're not daily driving it the truck would be awesome! Thank you Pete!
Pete, I felt like I was on your farm , holding your camera when you said, “I need a vacation.”
As they say, The truck got the sandwich this time, but eventually, you’ll get the meal.
And, hard work is never really in vain.
Thanks for the inspiration!
I have a ‘56 Farmall 200 in my garage that needs my attention.
A real iconic piece. To have a international truck in that shape the sheet metal or the body looks to be in nice shape. Hope you and your son do a full restoration on it, very interesting hope to watch it come together.
Sees title, then the film length…. ‘Well, not right away, anyway!’ Now to settle in with coffee before a day in a crawl space. Thanks, as always, for the moment of zen, Pete.
All the "problems" you described with old trucks... That's why we love them! Maybe somebody on here will know of a donor engine, That #6 looks like it needs a sleeve to me at least. Good luck!
The start to another great restoration hopefully. It is good to see you and Henry working together. Could be a good father-son project
Perfect Resto for you and Henry. He would learn a lot. If there's no sleaves that corossion could be a problem.
I've waited ALL DAY TO WATCH THIS!!! Here we go!!
Wow, what a project!
Pete, if the wheels on the truck are the same style as the one you removed from the cab I'd suggest replacing them as that style of split rim is very dangerous to work with.
He may not have a choice. In most jurisdictions,split rims have been made illegal on public roads. I am of two minds about that,but the bottom line is that altogether too many people can be careless,and split rims can kill or cripple. And tube tires are functionally an obsolete technology.
Properly cleaned and inspected,with a safety cage present,split rims are not more dangerous than inflating a tubeless tire for the first time. I remember this big German guy who did it for a living for many years. Miserable hard work doing it with hand tools,no safety cage. But he was knowledgeable, experienced and careful with cleanliness. Unafraid to reject a rim after careful inspection. I saw his efforts with real respect. Saying to myself,not me. Harder work than throwing 40lb hay bales onto a wagon.
Let the air powered tire changer do the work. That's why they make them.
I knew an old timer that got an engine unstuck using an old spark plug base and a grease gun.
He made a fitting using spark plug attached to hose of grease gun. Filled it with oil and pumped it up with pressure. Every time he walked by he gave it another pump.
Hi from the UK 🇬🇧 my husband and I know next to nothing about mechanics but we found this so interesting. I'm sure you'll finish it it time. Love all your videos ❤
It was great seeing a father and son doing such a challenging task. The time you share with each other is really what it is all about.
Great video as always.
Love the truck. Please continue with the full restoration. International red with wooden flatbed and IH decals on the door. But it's your truck and anything you do will awesome.
Well butter my biscuits, a 38 min video from Pete 🎉❤
Vehicle recovery and tree trimming all in one, that is a value added service for sure. Looking forward to this content, the truck has such possibilities!
I love listening to the morning dove in the background. Reminds me of my grandma's farm.
Pete I think the only answer, and probably the most economical answer is to find an International DT466 out of a bus or a dump truck for a repower. Been following your channel for years and I love this sort of content!!!
Whenever I watch your videos i think the buildings you've maintained give your place charm. The IHC is a worthy project. Just throw gunny sacks on the seat, and it's farm ready. Thank you Pete.
Pete Henry's growing up. Getting to be a handsome young man. Your an awesome Father .
Pete I know your not asking and I don't have a lot but I'm willing to donate just like I did with the MD. I really want to see you get this truck running and possibly restored.
Thank you, I appreciate that very much GW. The channel is much larger now, and I have the funds to do the work if I commit to it (and I think I will).
Pete no problem I love your videos especially because I don't have the mechanical skills to do half of what you do, but you have taught me a lot. Ever thought of doing a calendar? I would buy it my favorite tractors are 1. MD 2.Super C 3.656
I really enjoyed watching you and Henry work side by side. Great video! Henry sure has grown up since you started this channel, and Henry was a little kiddo doing the "Floss" moves. 😂😂
My uncle had that model truck, he bought it highly used from our local lumber yard. I drove it as an underage farm kid hauling oats from the combine to our granary. Thanks for the reminder of how I loved those days. Your projects let me relive those wonderful memories!
Part of the fun is working out how to get things done ! Then applying that workaround and getting it working! Also your son will never forget these times, working together!
These old vehicles have a certain romance in our memories but there must also be some balance in the cost of pursuing that lost romance.
Pete- love all of your videos and especially your tractor restoration videos, I can tell you that some of my best moments with my dad is restoring old tractors and to at least run enough to use them. Please continue your work with this old truck even if it takes longer than expected!
Mustie1 took the day off from uploading so a perfect video topic for me. And yes Pete, I absolutely have mentioned your channel in his comment section. The first time when you hadn't hit 50K Subscribers yet. Two of the UA-cam World's Top Ten CanDoer's. Cheers ☆ EDIT: 34:32 Nope, I don't think so either.
First of all, I love the Delaware Blue Hens tee shirt, mostly found around Rehoboth Beach, DE. As far as the truck, I can imagine and see a beautiful smoker/barbeque reconfiguration. A one of a kind. With a refurbished, windshielded cab for keeping an eye on things. Maybe haul it to a drive-in movie or a drag strip or your favorite lake or a professional football game or a tractor show. Or go to PEP Boys and buy a rebuilt engine and save your knuckles. Thanks for all the joy you bring to the world.
Henry is getting to be a big boy.😊
As a backyard mechanic, I love just watching you take it all apart.
Love this channel
Looks like Henry has turned into quite the handsome young man. Good work Pete and Hillary!
It’s a cool old truck, pete.
I like the low miles.
As a mechanic, there's nothing quite as satisfying as the moment a rusty nut or bolt finally snaps loose.
"snaps" vs "breaks free"? Disheartening vs euphoria!
Pete, one of my sons restored my 1966 Travelette 4 door and now is retiring and collecting old IH trucks to restore. My recommendation is restore that old guy with Henry and then use it for your market sales runs. You both would enjoy that restoration. It's only money and time. LOL
Even with the temporary disappointment, you've still got that twinkle in your eye. Its not a question of 'if' you will get it running, its just a question of when.
That truck has meaning to you and you know it. Follow your heart Pete!
Thanks for this video. I can understand the frustration. What this truck has going for it is the body is in good condition which might make a compelling reason for continuing on. If it was me I would be thinking about either 1. salvaging the cab and front clip to be sold or transplanted onto another running chassis and doing a body restoration only (sand and paint, upholstery, minimal repairs) or 2. pulling the engine and rebuilding it as a part of more complete restoration. This truck would make a nice flat bed which is handy to have on a small farm as a hay hauler / parade rig. I can imagine it would be enjoyable and satisfying to have that old truck around a a part of the fleet especially given its history. A third option (which could be simpler and inexpensive) is swapping in a good-running IH 345 or 392 paired with a T-18 or T-19 manual transmission or 727 auto. These engine / transmission combos are still easy to find and inexpensive. Still a lot of work but in the end the truck would have a lot more power and be more drivable. Have fun!
First reaction on opening the door - Oh, NUTS! Ha ha ha
I've got our old farm truck get going myself. Just like you when we hit the wiring problems I got discouraged. But sometimes you just need a break to think things through and sometimes gain A New Perspective. Enjoy your Channel and enjoy watching you power through! 😊
This should make a good Father/Son project for You and Henry....