I have no clue who sparks is but yeah this dude knows what he doing this my first video no script just u and him picking up a truck his dream truck I love how much engine knowledge he has bro dude is a goat 😰literally string theories the car figuring it out wtf HE KNOWS ENGINES 😂 20:35 I’m such a noob tho with car/truck mechanics
How the hell did you get lucky enough to find a truck that clean?!? The interior is stupid nice. Great find brother looking forward to see what all you find to do with it.
the smile on your face when you took it for a test drive was awesome. like a little kid taking his bicycle out for the first time. Can't wait to see more videos of this beauty!
I used to drive one of these and it was one of the most comfortable trucks I’ve ever drove. Had a small TV sitting on the dash on the passenger side and it would reflect off of the back wall of the bunk on to the windshield it was almost like a HUD system you could watch the TV while driving down the road.
1:48 Maybe you can answer a question I have had for several decades.....what is the blue air brake valve used for? I'm not a truck driver but I was a highly trained auto tech @ Dodge/Jeep/Chrysler. I was born in 73 & I remember when I was a vary young kid I had a dealer brochure for I believe GMC commercial vehs(it had to be for late 70's or vary early 80's), in that full size(8.5"x11") brochure was a lg centerfold pic of a trk dashboard, pic covered 2 pages & it had the same 3 air brake controls...yellow, red, blue. I kept, looked & dreamed i was driving that trk for several yrs while leaving that centerfold open, but never knew what the blue control was for, I knew yellow & red back then bc it was written on them, but blue had no writing on it.....sorry for the long question/story, but what was blue for?? Side note, I never knew where that brochure came, neither did anyone in my family, it literally just appeared 1 day.....no one had ever seen it before i found it & it was not mailed out, thats another question ive had, lol. THANKS & cool story of ur TV truckin' days.
That truck is in great shape, and in my opinion the paint Scheme is pretty cool. If you only paid twenty-five hundred bucks for it. That's not a whole lot above scrap. Good find.
You know your stuff Hunter, that's for sure. My dad was a trucker, I've been driving for 22 years myself. You can tell when you're talking and driving, it all adds up! No BS! Good work! Sparks is lucky to have you as support for sure
Hunter, I am not usually a fan of these types of videos but I was really into this one and your channel. I think its just the genuine, rough, everyday life stuff that is refreshing. You have an interesting life doing all of these different types of trips, picking up different vehicles, etc. It was cool seeing you get that truck you have been looking for, and how excited you were about it. I can't wait to see more updates on it as you fix it up, and restore it (if that is what you plan on doing). Have you considered making a membership on youtube here, or a Patreon? I bet you would get quite a few subscribers (including me) that would want to support you and your content.
Oh man that brings back memories. I rode 300k miles in a 81 Cab Over Freightliner moving furniture across the country. No better trucks for residential areas and 53' trailer lol. Luv this project Hunter luv your vids bud.
Can't wait to see more about your new truck, that thing is sweet! Sounds wicked too! Your adventures hauling back Dave's trash always seems to be interesting! Thanks for bringing us along!
First diesel engine I ever worked on was a Cat 3406, I did an inframe on it replacing cylinder sleeves, a couple pistons and the head gasket after the owner blew it up. Those engines are great for making power across the board.
The four airbags on the cab is what made them most of the time look slanted coming coming at you in the opposite lane. How ever they did ride like a dream. I personally when it came to Cab Over's. The Freightliner had the warmest and quietist cab. Living in Northern Canada a worm cab was much appreciated hauling to remote mines. I'm also very impressed by the condition of this tractor.. Good find..
I drove one of them back in the day and the first time you fall into a curve, you might mess up your drawers. That cab does lean with you. Great find!! love them old 3406"s. Miss that rattle. Good luck with it.
I have never watched a video from him or heavy before this but I was surprised he is clearly intelligent. The dishevelled appearance and lack of seat belt is pretty surprising all things considered. If he cleaned him self up he would probably be a chick magnet.
NICE SCORE. Yes the Fords Cabovers are getting extremely hard find and most parts are near impossible to get replacements for. That's way kool it has the brushed Aluminiuim gauge bezel and I LOVE That paint scheme. That was a really uncommon one even back then from the factory. Them OLD Pre-1985 Computer ish age Cabovers are the BREAD AND BUTTER. I am hoping too pickup a '81 GMC Astro with a 8v71 and 9spd Spicer. Plan B will be a Mid-50s GMC Cannonball coe.
I really miss seeing you with diesel Dave and the crew. However I am super grateful that you have your own channel and starting your own thing. I'll always be here to support you brother, keep up the great work.👍
I've been trucking for almost 50 years and I remember when they were brand new. Boy, the 1st corner I took and that cab rolled over to one side...I thought the whole rig was flipping,,, Great Trucks...Good luck with it...
That thing is awesome. I think with a new paint job in the same colors/scheme, a good polish, maybe a chrome bumper, and a set of twin 5" straight pipes you'll have a very sharp truck. Please don't ruin it with a drop visor or a gaudy bumper. Tapered w/ swing plate is the look. And yes, everything Cat related is expensive lol
CAT announced recently that you can get brandnew 3406 engines from them now. They will accept almost anything as a "core". grab an old cracked 3406 block and get a brandnew 3406E back. All it takes is money.
Bro your a beast. Not many people would go through all that for someone else’s rigs. I guess that’s why Dave has no problem loaning out his truck to you.
You gotta prime rig there, it's perfect to restore, and you'll have a very nice, rare truck when you're done,😉👍, a CAT with a 13speed, the drive-line is already perfect in that truck.
Hunter i'm a trucker from South west Florida would love it if you could tell us prices on stuff and give any helpful tips on savings its hard out here right now that truck is in good hands no whistling diesel to her for the love of God
Nice work mate, i was a bit worried when you were climbing under the cab rather than lifting her, but mate, you displayed your true knowledge so many times here. keep trucking mate, cheers from Australia.
I live in Texas, where there’s plenty to do. What type things do y’all enjoy over there? Boating or motorcycle riding? Hunting or fishing? I used to surf in San Diego when I lived there. We like to ride Can Ams in the deep mud here and go to car shows.
Thanks for the great content, your videos are making me more and more excited for diesel school! Can't wait to start wrenching on diesel trucks, heavy equipment, big rigs, you name it. Hopefully I'll have a shop of my own to fill with all sorts of mechanical goodies. Keep up with the great content thanks.
I love those old CL9000's! I have been looking for that same cab exactly! The bigger sleepers just look better in my opinion. Congrats! I am looking forward to more videos!
That 1981 Ford is exactly like the one I drove in 1981 and 1982. But, it was black with red flames on the exterior. It had Ruby Red Diamond button tucked interior. I got my license in 1979 and drove for a little 5 truck, owner operator company in NC. I was what they called an apprentice or 2nd driver to a lead driver running team. They taught me everything I needed to know to run from Charlotte NC to Pico Riviera / Los Angels, California every week. I loved that truck and the job. After 2 years they bought a new International Transtar II.. for me to drive. But, I missed that four shock ride. I continued to drive and later bought my own Peterbilt 379 and drove it until I retired in 2014. Good luck on your truck and channel.
Idk why I laughed so much that the windshield blew in after you changed the fuel filters lmao this is the first video I’ve watched of yours and I have to say it’s very knowledgeable and enjoyable man keep it up
That Ford is a beaut!!! I cant believe how nice the paint and interior is! Hell, that thing was born the same year as me! Nice find!!! I hope you enjoy!!
my dad had one, it is true that they have air bags on the cab. he could never depend on the air conditioner for long for the cab flexed so much that it always damaged the AC lines. and the other main problem that he had was that it was spring ride, the frame rails were weak, had to double up the frame and also replace springs often. other than that i can remember that was one of the greatest looking truck at that time, and still looks great to this day. good luck.
Love Ford CLs, and love that factory paint scheme, too. That looks to be in tremendous shape - not that my opinion matters any but hope you simply clean and preserve that gem; there aren't many left like that.
Boy , I thought I was the only one all these off the wall issues each trip happened to. Never fails. That K-Whopper looks so cool , and glad that Ford found ya before it was too late to be helped. It has purpose in life again.
Sat 7 years 🤔 man that truck is sweet. Great find there, always had a soft spot for those giant cabovers. Quality all the way. UK Trucker waving 🇬🇧 looking forward to more.
These trucks are kinda rare in my area. When I was a kid,a distant family member was trucker. Has to be late 70’s,and he had a brown and gold Ford semi. It had the number 9000 between the upper and lower grille (if I remember right). When he was in, I loved going over and looking at that truck.
As they say when it rains it pours!! Talk about a fun filled trip you took there!! Geez. Your new rig is bada$$!!! I love those cab overs with the sleeper like that they look so good!!
Yeah Boy...I am so happy for you and for how far you've come. I Pray God's hand over your life and may every mile be blessed throughout your life and the Road ahead. I saw you on another video for the first time this last week and i noticed your commitment to what you do. Stay blessed.
Good looking old cab over , I remember the days when cab overs where king of the road & u would see more cab over then long noses , cant wait to see what u do to er , the bus running so good the windshield couldn't handle it 😂🤣😂🤯 hell of a trip 👍👌
The first truck I ever drove in 1980 it was 3 months old, I was 18 years old, I got a lot of grief from the older guys, Young punk with a brand new truck. The truck I drove did not have the air ride cab. It had spring suspension and rode like a buck board. A friend of mine had the same suspension with the air ride cab. A word of warning if you do not have air ride suspension you can tear a lot of shit up because the cab is so smooth. I’m so glad these old CLT 9000s are popular today. I think it would be really cool to do a little customizing with today’s technology and availability of aftermarket parts. I hope you get a lot of enjoyment out of this truck. First time on your channel, I’m going to subscribe to keep up-to-date what you’re doing with it.
Many of the old school trucks that have been sitting for years are being resurrected and are back on the road again. You'd be surprised how many will run again with some coaxing. Ford CL-9000. I drove the day cab version of these from 1988-90. The Cat pulled the load very well in the Arizona mountains.
My Grandpa was a Shop Manager for Memphis White Trucks. I looked at that Ford COE Truck in Hildale/Colorado City for the past 5 years. Then this spring it was gone!!! Glad it found a good home.
Keep up the great content Hunter. Your doing great, and I love this video... I have to wonder about a truck that has been sitting in the field for 7-years, and the owner willing to make such a smoking deal to you... Your awsome down't get me wrong, but have to wonder why the owner didn't sell it years ago, and get some of his money back...
I love this! My dad had this same truck but it had no blue pant outside, his “wave” truck was well known. I would have sleep overs with my friends in it when he was home, lol!
I work construction out here in Indiana so I travel all over the state, it’s funny how seeing a cab over truck just catches your eye. I just saw one sitting a couple nweeks ago, although not being a semi guy myself I’m not sure of the make, but still very cool! Looks like you found a real gem!
Good story telling, Hunter. And when you mention "eventful trip" I was like "Yeah, something normal. Like faulty speedometer, or something" Then; Main ride home needs a engine swap.... "Ok. That not every day stuff. But there is still 3 minutes left of the video??" Then new ride! "Hurray!! :D A ride home!" Not 1 fuel filter, but both needed to be replaced. "Bad luck, I guess, on a old bus" Then the windshield!! "What!?!?" Then the weather... "COME ON!! Give the man a break!!"
You can get air from truck to truck by connecting the two emergency lines together and pushing the red trailer air supply on both trucks. Probably a good idea to change the foot valve. All those floor mounted pedals take a lot of abuse, dirt and water. I think you'll find that truck goes down the road with a noticeable rocking motion. Some guys liked it. Other guys got seasick. Also, guys used to say they needed oxygen bottles to climb up to the driver's seat. It's considerably higher off the deck than any cabover I know of.
Nice price on the CL9! I'm working on trying to buy one here in Idaho but the family are reluctant to let it go since it was their father's pride & joy & he's gone now.
Wow, I'm Glad your Channel Popped Up on my Feed. Awesome Content. My only suggestion as an Older Guy is Ease into the Power after your shifts. You're going to get to that next Red Light just as Fast. You'll make up for the Time on the Big Roads. Glad to see that you were willing to bring that Old Ford Back to Life; She was Waiting for You! Stay Safe Hunter.
wow this thing is awesome. ive always loved cab overs ever since i got to ride in a family friends freightliner FLB, and when i drove a gmc t8500 hauling hay for a living. i hope we get to see more of this truck
This is the genuine content I want from UA-cam. No scripted and dramatized bullshit. Keep it up man
I blocked all of that Sparks nonsense a long time ago. The lame factor was WAY too high for my time.
@@RealJeep some of it is hit or miss but ive been enjoying the last year's of content they've put out
@@RealJeep same, i got sick of it after just a few weeks of following Sparks.
I have no clue who sparks is but yeah this dude knows what he doing this my first video no script just u and him picking up a truck his dream truck I love how much engine knowledge he has bro dude is a goat 😰literally string theories the car figuring it out wtf HE KNOWS ENGINES 😂 20:35 I’m such a noob tho with car/truck mechanics
The way it used to be before Google bought it and turned it into a digital garbage dump/sociopolitical propaganda machine.
How the hell did you get lucky enough to find a truck that clean?!? The interior is stupid nice. Great find brother looking forward to see what all you find to do with it.
Right field right time
Lucky and a runner😊
Those fords don’t come up for sale often. He got a steal of deal for a truck that nice.
@@RustedRelics it didnt come up for sale he made the sale happen big diffrence
@@adamtheede2575obvisouly. It was a general statement. Non the less, 2500 for that truck is a great deal whether it was listed for sale or not.
the smile on your face when you took it for a test drive was awesome. like a little kid taking his bicycle out for the first time. Can't wait to see more videos of this beauty!
Congratulations on the truck.
That is a super clean truck.
A major plus is the cat engine .
What a find !!
Nice to see people finally starting to notice and find some of the rarer cabover trucks that were made
Congratulations on getting a truck you want! That’s got to be a GREAT feeling. ✌🏼
I used to drive one of these and it was one of the most comfortable trucks I’ve ever drove. Had a small TV sitting on the dash on the passenger side and it would reflect off of the back wall of the bunk on to the windshield it was almost like a HUD system you could watch the TV while driving down the road.
Sweet hidden feature!
1:48 Maybe you can answer a question I have had for several decades.....what is the blue air brake valve used for? I'm not a truck driver but I was a highly trained auto tech @ Dodge/Jeep/Chrysler. I was born in 73 & I remember when I was a vary young kid I had a dealer brochure for I believe GMC commercial vehs(it had to be for late 70's or vary early 80's), in that full size(8.5"x11") brochure was a lg centerfold pic of a trk dashboard, pic covered 2 pages & it had the same 3 air brake controls...yellow, red, blue. I kept, looked & dreamed i was driving that trk for several yrs while leaving that centerfold open, but never knew what the blue control was for, I knew yellow & red back then bc it was written on them, but blue had no writing on it.....sorry for the long question/story, but what was blue for?? Side note, I never knew where that brochure came, neither did anyone in my family, it literally just appeared 1 day.....no one had ever seen it before i found it & it was not mailed out, thats another question ive had, lol. THANKS & cool story of ur TV truckin' days.
@billblast7372 not to familiar with these trucks but I belive it's the parking break control that would release the spring breaks
That truck is in great shape, and in my opinion the paint Scheme is pretty cool. If you only paid twenty-five hundred bucks for it. That's not a whole lot above scrap. Good find.
I never thought the quality of your videos was an issue, but they've been GREAT lately! I never realized how much better it makes a video to watch.
Love your videos, keep them coming!
Congrats on the dream truck buddy. That thing is worth a lot more than you paid for it. Can't wait to see what you do to it.
You know your stuff Hunter, that's for sure. My dad was a trucker, I've been driving for 22 years myself. You can tell when you're talking and driving, it all adds up! No BS! Good work! Sparks is lucky to have you as support for sure
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Hunter, I am not usually a fan of these types of videos but I was really into this one and your channel. I think its just the genuine, rough, everyday life stuff that is refreshing. You have an interesting life doing all of these different types of trips, picking up different vehicles, etc. It was cool seeing you get that truck you have been looking for, and how excited you were about it. I can't wait to see more updates on it as you fix it up, and restore it (if that is what you plan on doing). Have you considered making a membership on youtube here, or a Patreon? I bet you would get quite a few subscribers (including me) that would want to support you and your content.
Oh man that brings back memories. I rode 300k miles in a 81 Cab Over Freightliner moving furniture across the country. No better trucks for residential areas and 53' trailer lol. Luv this project Hunter luv your vids bud.
That truck is sweet and pretty clean
Looks like it was a hidden gem parked during hard times
Love them A models💪
Congrats Hunter! I love these old cabovers. Looking forward to see you using/fixing it in the future!
Can't wait to see more about your new truck, that thing is sweet! Sounds wicked too! Your adventures hauling back Dave's trash always seems to be interesting! Thanks for bringing us along!
First diesel engine I ever worked on was a Cat 3406, I did an inframe on it replacing cylinder sleeves, a couple pistons and the head gasket after the owner blew it up. Those engines are great for making power across the board.
The four airbags on the cab is what made them most of the time look slanted coming coming at you in the opposite lane. How ever they did ride like a dream. I personally when it came to Cab Over's. The Freightliner had the warmest and quietist cab. Living in Northern Canada a worm cab was much appreciated hauling to remote mines. I'm also very impressed by the condition of this tractor.. Good find..
Congratulations on the new ride. I hope you keep the old school paint job. It looks cool.
I drove one of them back in the day and the first time you fall into a curve, you might mess up your drawers. That cab does lean with you. Great find!! love them old 3406"s. Miss that rattle. Good luck with it.
I KNOW you're right I was wondering if anyone was going to mention the "OH CRAP" moment. But they are really nice trucks I've always thought.
No matter how hard Hunter tries to look disheveled and unkempt, he can't hide the fact that he's one smart fellow!
He’s a dirty hippie and he knows it. Nothin wrong with that. He’s wearing sandals for effs sakes!
He reminds me of my uncle. The guy couldn’t make it threw school if his life depended on it but is one of the smartest mfer’s
He gets it from his dad
Explain
I have never watched a video from him or heavy before this but I was surprised he is clearly intelligent. The dishevelled appearance and lack of seat belt is pretty surprising all things considered. If he cleaned him self up he would probably be a chick magnet.
NICE SCORE. Yes the Fords Cabovers are getting extremely hard find and most parts are near impossible to get replacements for. That's way kool it has the brushed Aluminiuim gauge bezel and I LOVE That paint scheme. That was a really uncommon one even back then from the factory. Them OLD Pre-1985 Computer ish age Cabovers are the BREAD AND BUTTER. I am hoping too pickup a '81 GMC Astro with a 8v71 and 9spd Spicer. Plan B will be a Mid-50s GMC Cannonball coe.
Life comes full circle! Your hard work and dedication deserves whatever god blesses you with.
I think we all would love to have toys like heavy D
Hunter, super stoked on the new cabover and your content. Nicely done.
I really miss seeing you with diesel Dave and the crew. However I am super grateful that you have your own channel and starting your own thing. I'll always be here to support you brother, keep up the great work.👍
Hunter don't change a thing brother. Love everything you do keep it up
man what a video! thank you for this! great work, glad to see things with Dave are working out for both of you!
I agree, it's great to see the Wizard Alan succeeding on his channel as well. Dave has really been an inspiration to a lot of good talent.
crazy ending hell of a fun episode glad you were able to find you a cab over congrats!
I love all the "How dare you's" coming out on start up. Greta would be proud. Lol
Hell yeah!! Do you watch ZipTiesNBiasPlies?
@Diesel Absolutely. Willard are you stunned? Lol
@@Ash1978E Fuckin Mint!!! 👌👌👌
Those weren't "how dare you's" coming out of those pipes, those were "hippie tears" lmao 🤣😂
Finding one of those in such good condition is a real treasure. Hang onto that gem!
That truck is sweet as man hope to see it on the channel pulling some big loads. congrats 👍 love the cabovers.
I've been trucking for almost 50 years and I remember when they were brand new. Boy, the 1st corner I took and that cab rolled over to one side...I thought the whole rig was flipping,,, Great Trucks...Good luck with it...
Badass hunter! You are killing it keep up the great content!
Congratulations on getting a truck you want! That’s got to be a GREAT feeling😍
Loved how you loaded the truck onto the trailer! 😅 be well.
Nothing better than trucking videos from Hunter. Hopefully more to come now with the cabover in the stable.
That thing is awesome. I think with a new paint job in the same colors/scheme, a good polish, maybe a chrome bumper, and a set of twin 5" straight pipes you'll have a very sharp truck. Please don't ruin it with a drop visor or a gaudy bumper. Tapered w/ swing plate is the look. And yes, everything Cat related is expensive lol
CAT announced recently that you can get brandnew 3406 engines from them now. They will accept almost anything as a "core". grab an old cracked 3406 block and get a brandnew 3406E back. All it takes is money.
Good stuff man. She's worth it. Treat her right and she'll love you forever
Nice rig very nice. Don't drive it in California DOT will impound it trust me on that. 2017 or newer. It socks here.
Congratulations on the new cabover!!!!!
Man that was hella trip! Once drove a Grandall Excavator with no windshield in the rain. Was quite the trip.
Bro your a beast. Not many people would go through all that for someone else’s rigs. I guess that’s why Dave has no problem loaning out his truck to you.
Bro YOU’RE a beast.
Congratulations Hunter ! 🎉 Good to see you in action again. 👍😊
Badass cab over!! Can’t wait to see what you do with it. Totally jealous of you!!
You gotta prime rig there, it's perfect to restore, and you'll have a very nice, rare truck when you're done,😉👍, a CAT with a 13speed, the drive-line is already perfect in that truck.
Hunter i'm a trucker from South west Florida would love it if you could tell us prices on stuff and give any helpful tips on savings its hard out here right now that truck is in good hands no whistling diesel to her for the love of God
Nice work mate, i was a bit worried when you were climbing under the cab rather than lifting her, but mate, you displayed your true knowledge so many times here. keep trucking mate, cheers from Australia.
I live in Texas, where there’s plenty to do. What type things do y’all enjoy over there? Boating or motorcycle riding? Hunting or fishing? I used to surf in San Diego when I lived there.
We like to ride Can Ams in the deep mud here and go to car shows.
The no windshield was hilarious 😂
Immediately subbed! This is the type of content I've been looking for, saving and restoring then USING these old beauties!
would love to find a truck like yours
Really looking forward to the progress on the old Ford. I worked at Ford's Kentucky Truck Plant where this was built. 👍
Yo brother you are KILLING IT 🎉
Thanks for the great content, your videos are making me more and more excited for diesel school! Can't wait to start wrenching on diesel trucks, heavy equipment, big rigs, you name it. Hopefully I'll have a shop of my own to fill with all sorts of mechanical goodies. Keep up with the great content thanks.
Hello from Crow Oregon
Love Crow Oregon!!!
Chevy's only and of my best buddy lives out that way!!!👍❤️
@@Mr.Avuncular I've known Brian T. since 1977. Good guy.
Sweet truck man! I love the old school cab overs! You’ve got my luck, I’m glad you finally made it home
I love those old CL9000's! I have been looking for that same cab exactly! The bigger sleepers just look better in my opinion. Congrats! I am looking forward to more videos!
I like how Dave was complaining about not being able to line up that LowBoy easily, and then you (seemed to) just got it in one, gg
That 1981 Ford is exactly like the one I drove in 1981 and 1982. But, it was black with red flames on the exterior. It had Ruby Red Diamond button tucked interior.
I got my license in 1979 and drove for a little 5 truck, owner operator company in NC. I was what they called an apprentice or 2nd driver to a lead driver running team. They taught me everything I needed to know to run from Charlotte NC to Pico Riviera / Los Angels, California every week. I loved that truck and the job. After 2 years they bought a new International Transtar II.. for me to drive. But, I missed that four shock ride. I continued to drive and later bought my own Peterbilt 379 and drove it until I retired in 2014. Good luck on your truck and channel.
Idk why I laughed so much that the windshield blew in after you changed the fuel filters lmao this is the first video I’ve watched of yours and I have to say it’s very knowledgeable and enjoyable man keep it up
Nice find HG. Glad you and HD are back at it. You both have a good friend.
FINALLY, a vid about trucks that is about TRUCKS and not a heap of unrelated crap. Well done and awesome find.
That Ford is a beaut!!! I cant believe how nice the paint and interior is! Hell, that thing was born the same year as me! Nice find!!! I hope you enjoy!!
Damn Hunter that's a badass looking truck. Beautiful work restoring it.
Nice video glad you and Dave are still helping each other.
my dad had one, it is true that they have air bags on the cab. he could never depend on the air conditioner for long for the cab flexed so much that it always damaged the AC lines. and the other main problem that he had was that it was spring ride, the frame rails were weak, had to double up the frame and also replace springs often. other than that i can remember that was one of the greatest looking truck at that time, and still looks great to this day. good luck.
It's great to see young fellas get stoked about a tractor !!! Good luck gents. God be with you .
Love Ford CLs, and love that factory paint scheme, too. That looks to be in tremendous shape - not that my opinion matters any but hope you simply clean and preserve that gem; there aren't many left like that.
Boy , I thought I was the only one all these off the wall issues each trip happened to. Never fails. That K-Whopper looks so cool , and glad that Ford found ya before it was too late to be helped. It has purpose in life again.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE The Cabover! What A crazy drive home, no windshield, not wipers, cold as hell... crazy!
Sat 7 years 🤔 man that truck is sweet. Great find there, always had a soft spot for those giant cabovers. Quality all the way. UK Trucker waving 🇬🇧 looking forward to more.
These trucks are kinda rare in my area. When I was a kid,a distant family member was trucker. Has to be late 70’s,and he had a brown and gold Ford semi. It had the number 9000 between the upper and lower grille (if I remember right). When he was in, I loved going over and looking at that truck.
OUTSTANDING. ! Wicked Kool Find. Best of Luck with your New Project. Stay Safe out There 🇺🇸 👍
Cool old Ford. Keep us posted on your build / restoration plans…. 💪👍🏼
As they say when it rains it pours!! Talk about a fun filled trip you took there!! Geez. Your new rig is bada$$!!! I love those cab overs with the sleeper like that they look so good!!
Yeah Boy...I am so happy for you and for how far you've come. I Pray God's hand over your life and may every mile be blessed throughout your life and the Road ahead. I saw you on another video for the first time this last week and i noticed your commitment to what you do. Stay blessed.
Good looking old cab over , I remember the days when cab overs where king of the road & u would see more cab over then long noses , cant wait to see what u do to er , the bus running so good the windshield couldn't handle it 😂🤣😂🤯 hell of a trip 👍👌
The first truck I ever drove in 1980 it was 3 months old, I was 18 years old, I got a lot of grief from the older guys, Young punk with a brand new truck. The truck I drove did not have the air ride cab. It had spring suspension and rode like a buck board. A friend of mine had the same suspension with the air ride cab. A word of warning if you do not have air ride suspension you can tear a lot of shit up because the cab is so smooth.
I’m so glad these old CLT 9000s are popular today. I think it would be really cool to do a little customizing with today’s technology and availability of aftermarket parts. I hope you get a lot of enjoyment out of this truck. First time on your channel, I’m going to subscribe to keep up-to-date what you’re doing with it.
This is WHY I COME TO UA-cam MAN PLEASE KEEP’EM COMING I FREAKING LOVE IT!!!!
What a great find and score! Can’t wait to see that truck shined up like a new penny. Congrats!
As a fellow member of the Goodrich name, I look forward to seeing more of your content 🎉
Many of the old school trucks that have been sitting for years are being resurrected and are back on the road again. You'd be surprised how many will run again with some coaxing.
Ford CL-9000. I drove the day cab version of these from 1988-90. The Cat pulled the load very well in the Arizona mountains.
My Grandpa was a Shop Manager for Memphis White Trucks. I looked at that Ford COE Truck in Hildale/Colorado City for the past 5 years. Then this spring it was gone!!! Glad it found a good home.
Excellent video young man. Bringing back a rare classic from my day. Love it.
Keep up the great content Hunter. Your doing great, and I love this video... I have to wonder about a truck that has been sitting in the field for 7-years, and the owner willing to make such a smoking deal to you... Your awsome down't get me wrong, but have to wonder why the owner didn't sell it years ago, and get some of his money back...
I love this! My dad had this same truck but it had no blue pant outside, his “wave” truck was well known. I would have sleep overs with my friends in it when he was home, lol!
I work construction out here in Indiana so I travel all over the state, it’s funny how seeing a cab over truck just catches your eye. I just saw one sitting a couple nweeks ago, although not being a semi guy myself I’m not sure of the make, but still very cool! Looks like you found a real gem!
So many times i’ve had stuff like this happen driving random homies derelict stuff around- gotta love it!
I will say, awesome job. You managed a lot and got really lucky at what little work you had to do. Awesome find !
What a beautiful Ford..I love the colors .We don't see many cabovers around anymore
Good story telling, Hunter. And when you mention "eventful trip" I was like "Yeah, something normal. Like faulty speedometer, or something" Then; Main ride home needs a engine swap.... "Ok. That not every day stuff. But there is still 3 minutes left of the video??"
Then new ride! "Hurray!! :D A ride home!"
Not 1 fuel filter, but both needed to be replaced. "Bad luck, I guess, on a old bus" Then the windshield!! "What!?!?" Then the weather... "COME ON!! Give the man a break!!"
You can get air from truck to truck by connecting the two emergency lines together and pushing the red trailer air supply on both trucks.
Probably a good idea to change the foot valve. All those floor mounted pedals take a lot of abuse, dirt and water.
I think you'll find that truck goes down the road with a noticeable rocking motion. Some guys liked it. Other guys got seasick. Also, guys used to say they needed oxygen bottles to climb up to the driver's seat. It's considerably higher off the deck than any cabover I know of.
Cool find, looks very rust free. My dad had a '78 with a KTA600 Cummins.
Nice price on the CL9! I'm working on trying to buy one here in Idaho but the family are reluctant to let it go since it was their father's pride & joy & he's gone now.
Wow! Amazing truck. I used to work on the Volvo 88 and 89 and they were very nice. Not as big as this but I loved them.
Spent many summers of my youth in a model like that traveling between FL , CA, WA and back to FL. Good memories
I haven't seen a FORD CL9000 since i was about 10 years old. My uncle had one he used for hauling scrap cars to and from his scrapyard! Nice find!
Dang....what a trip you had. Most people would have thrown in the towel. You DA Man!
thumbs up, i like that truck too, i have driven the old White Cab overs, hauling carpet grass for years. love the oldies.
Wow, I'm Glad your Channel Popped Up on my Feed. Awesome Content. My only suggestion as an Older Guy is Ease into the Power after your shifts. You're going to get to that next Red Light just as Fast. You'll make up for the Time on the Big Roads. Glad to see that you were willing to bring that Old Ford Back to Life; She was Waiting for You!
Stay Safe Hunter.
Nice find Hunter, those Ford's were cutting edge in the 70's and 80's.
wow this thing is awesome. ive always loved cab overs ever since i got to ride in a family friends freightliner FLB, and when i drove a gmc t8500 hauling hay for a living. i hope we get to see more of this truck