Great video gents, what a sweet sound when that mutha fired up. When I was 26 (1980) I found a 70 GMC 4 x 4 with a blown engine, a leaky rear gas tank that I bought. Had a great time learning and bringing it back to life.. I live in Colorado too and I moved to Phoenix in it and I just could not keep that old boy on the road. It hated the heat but what an excellent find!
Well done. I think my friend in Northern CA has a similar age F250 extended cab long bed with a worn out engine just sitting on his ranch. I wonder if a 7.3 turbo could be swapped in for its old 7.3 non-turbo. Not dirt cheap, but cheap compared to a modern diesel, and a lot less trouble. That's a paper wasp nest. Bees are completely different. I keep them in hives in my yard.
I've ecently swapped in a 7.3 with factory turbo into my 91 crew cab that had a worn out 7.3idi It went quite well. First engine swap I have ever done.
Sweet truck, I got a 95 250 with the 460. I'm glad to see these trucks are getting saved, mine was as a shop truck at a marina, left in a back storage lot for years. These old OBS truck are great and have decades left of work in them
Video made me so happy. Had a similar situation buying my ‘97 F250HD with the 460 from a ranch where it had sat for two years near Colorado Springs. I’ve had my share of projects to do on it but it’s so worth it these trucks are sweet.
Have a 92 F-350 with the 460. Ex Air Force, then railroad mechanics truck, now me ! Runs forever, snow plows in winter. You have a good one there as well 👍👍 Thanks for the video !
I never get that lucky trying to crank old trucks and tractors. Usually after getting so far i find there's a cracked block or engine locked up. Went to look at a free mahindra tractor. Loaded up tons of equipment to jack with it and try to get it cranked. First thing i did was pulled the dipstick. Jet of coolant shot out. Went ahead and got back in the truck and went home lol
That one is worth saving, the rust isn't too bad. I have that truck in a 94 F350 turbo IDI, 4wd, 5 speed, grey interior with captains chairs up front (Texas it's whole life and no real rust). It was my long term build that I have not yet finished, compared to my Yukon XL Denali it rides like a lumber wagon, but I do love it.
Just got my first pickup started today, sat for over 7 years, had to put a new oil pump, fuel pump, tranny lines, radiator, starter/ battery, and fluids in it. But she fired right up this morning, took it for a tester and it was amazing. 78 f150 351m
I'm sitting here thinking, wow, ten years, so long ago! I bought a 95 460 truck that was parked in 2014. Bought it in late 2015, now im looking back going wow, that was almost 10 years ago!
i have a 1993 ford f 350 crew cab 4x4 with a 7.3 idi non turbo ,its a fantastic truck i would not trade it for a new truck i like the obs fords i have three of them
I’m currently looking at a 94’ f350 crew cab 4x4 460 as well, solid red, 35s and the best part, it’s got a visor. He’s not sure if he wants to sell it even thought it’s been sitting for years as well (nothing wrong with it he just didn’t have a use for it anymore and didn’t want to get rid of it) but he said if he decides to sell it he’ll sell to me for blue book, $2500. I’m praying on it lol
Reminds me of when I bought and saved a 92 f250 ext cab 7.3 idi awesome thing replaced everything sold it needed the money. I regret it every time I see pictures on my phone.
Old school trick..... if truck has been sitting a long time.... pull plus, squirt marvel mystery oil in each hole and either manually turn crank or bumper started to avoid dry scrape of ring on cylinder.... old dudes taught me this & am pretty sure it's legit. What do you think ?
And figured I'd mention pretty sure those e4od take Mercon trans fluid, and the 460 takes 10w 30, Idk if that type f would hurt the trans, but that's for old old ford transmissions. In the engine I run a diesel spec 10w 30 in mine, for one reason, diesel oil has a higher zinc content for flat tappet cams. I bet no one did it for the 250k before me, so it's probably unnecessary, but I still do it.
I hope you're going to put 5W-30 or even 10w-30 oil at least in that engine. Regardless of what the internet says you shouldn't run that thin of oil in those old engines. They weren't designed for it. I recently bought a 1994 f150 with a 351 and the previous owner ran 5w20 in it. Piston rings are shot and needs an overhaul. lm just trying to save you from some problems in the future.
Funny when he says it rides so smooth give it 10 years of driving those obs fords and you will avoid pot holes or any bumps to keep your coffee from spilling lol
I need some help I have the same truck every time I do a turn the wheel shakes rapidly I replace the gearbox and the tie rods still get steering wheel shake when turning
Why was it parked? Sounds like the exhaust manifolds are leaking, I believe these did not have gaskets from the factory. Since its such a clean truck, the manifolds are probably ok. I'd recommend removing them and having them machined flat. I have a 87 460 F250 and I used cheap gaskets with copper max temp RTV that sat up overnight, hasn't leaked in 3 years. On my 77 Cherokee with an AMC v8 I had the factory manifolds machined and used Remflex graphite gaskets and stainless bolts. That's really the right way to do it.
Oh also, my truck has duel tanks. The gauge doesnt work at all, reads empty for the rear and full for the front at all times. One of these days i'll drop the tanks and change the sending units. Very surprised the fuel pump was ok and you didnt pop a soft brake line after 10 years of sitting!
Great video gents, what a sweet sound when that mutha fired up. When I was 26 (1980) I found a 70 GMC 4 x 4 with a blown engine, a leaky rear gas tank that I bought. Had a great time learning and bringing it back to life.. I live in Colorado too and I moved to Phoenix in it and I just could not keep that old boy on the road. It hated the heat but what an excellent find!
What a diamond in the rough u have. Best Ford trucks ever in my opinion.
What a beautiful truck. Glad you saved it!
Love the 90s fords....
What a solid truck I would love to have one like that.
Well done. I think my friend in Northern CA has a similar age F250 extended cab long bed with a worn out engine just sitting on his ranch. I wonder if a 7.3 turbo could be swapped in for its old 7.3 non-turbo. Not dirt cheap, but cheap compared to a modern diesel, and a lot less trouble. That's a paper wasp nest. Bees are completely different. I keep them in hives in my yard.
I've ecently swapped in a 7.3 with factory turbo into my 91 crew cab that had a worn out 7.3idi
It went quite well.
First engine swap I have ever done.
Damn what a score. Nice Rig my man, I absolutely love that truck.
Thank you!
By far the best OBS color combo. Nice truck
He looks so happy. Good job young man.
Have always loved that color combo, can't go wrong with a crew cab long box!
That is a nice truck, great find. You might be able to save the sheet metal around the bed wheel wells. That 460 will be a thirsty devil.
Sweet truck, I got a 95 250 with the 460. I'm glad to see these trucks are getting saved, mine was as a shop truck at a marina, left in a back storage lot for years. These old OBS truck are great and have decades left of work in them
Excellent job bringing it to life again. Way to go
My first truck was a 97 f-250 extended cab with a 460 and a five speed. Had 176,000 miles on it when I got it. Tough truck.
Video made me so happy. Had a similar situation buying my ‘97 F250HD with the 460 from a ranch where it had sat for two years near Colorado Springs. I’ve had my share of projects to do on it but it’s so worth it these trucks are sweet.
What a dream rig . I would love that car in Australia. Amazing F350
Have a 92 F-350 with the 460. Ex Air Force, then railroad mechanics truck, now me ! Runs forever, snow plows in winter. You have a good one there as well 👍👍 Thanks for the video !
I never get that lucky trying to crank old trucks and tractors. Usually after getting so far i find there's a cracked block or engine locked up. Went to look at a free mahindra tractor. Loaded up tons of equipment to jack with it and try to get it cranked. First thing i did was pulled the dipstick. Jet of coolant shot out. Went ahead and got back in the truck and went home lol
A great find! Love it. Fix her up like new.
Nice! My first new vehicle purchase was that generation f-series, a 92 F150, 4x4, reg cab, longbed
That one is worth saving, the rust isn't too bad. I have that truck in a 94 F350 turbo IDI, 4wd, 5 speed, grey interior with captains chairs up front (Texas it's whole life and no real rust). It was my long term build that I have not yet finished, compared to my Yukon XL Denali it rides like a lumber wagon, but I do love it.
Beautiful truck man my mom just gave me my dad’s which is a 1996 F150 XLT with the five point no 302 in it. I love it.
Good feeling when it starts. Cool truck
Woww beautiful truck good shape for seating for 10 years you got a steal on this baby
Just got my first pickup started today, sat for over 7 years, had to put a new oil pump, fuel pump, tranny lines, radiator, starter/ battery, and fluids in it. But she fired right up this morning, took it for a tester and it was amazing. 78 f150 351m
Lucky boys man that truck way nicer then the ones I see daily
These OBS fords are the best, my 94 F150 got me from Salt Lake City to weld county Colorado.
Sweet find.
Beautiful two tone truck. It’ll clean up real nice.
fun watch.congrats on the find!
That is an awesome truck. 👍
Nice find🍻
This is awesome. I just bought a 1996 F350 crew cab.
I'm sitting here thinking, wow, ten years, so long ago! I bought a 95 460 truck that was parked in 2014. Bought it in late 2015, now im looking back going wow, that was almost 10 years ago!
Great find!
I'm likely getting an OBS f250 2wd crew cab as my next daily. It's my first diesel and my only other truck was a 99 ranger. Should be interesting 😂
Good for you. That thing is beautiful
Awesome truck. I hope to own a 460 F250 some day
Shoot I’d love to have an OBS Ford 4x4 to drive around in, great trucks
THAT IS BEAUTIFUL. I HAVE A 2008 350 CREW CAB.
i have a 1993 ford f 350 crew cab 4x4 with a 7.3 idi non turbo ,its a fantastic truck
i would not trade it for a new truck i like the obs fords i have three of them
I have one of these as well, but a 250. And I agree, this truck is one of the best by far.
OH Man beautiful truck!
Dont know why people want the shorter beds when it comes to old trucks. Long beds like this are superior
460 Big Block a Tank of an engine. Nice find.
I’m currently looking at a 94’ f350 crew cab 4x4 460 as well, solid red, 35s and the best part, it’s got a visor. He’s not sure if he wants to sell it even thought it’s been sitting for years as well (nothing wrong with it he just didn’t have a use for it anymore and didn’t want to get rid of it) but he said if he decides to sell it he’ll sell to me for blue book, $2500. I’m praying on it lol
Agreed great job.
I LOVE THOSE KIND OF TRUCKS❤❤
That’s a bad ass truck my dad had the exact truck when I was a kid
Very cool man I would hang on to that one!
Sweet ride.
10 years and it starts right up with just a new battery new gas woow ford Built Tough
A very nice truck.
Damn, that is a nice truck
Reminds me of when I bought and saved a 92 f250 ext cab 7.3 idi awesome thing replaced everything sold it needed the money. I regret it every time I see pictures on my phone.
Gotta love those inner fender mounted solenoids. I've helped many people start their Fords that way.
Nice ride!
Good truck.
My dad said he is giving me an obs for my first car. Man that's crazy though how it's been sitting that long and still runs
I gotta sub just so I can see you work on it. Great truck!
I had the same truck. Geez I miss good ole Candy Cane.
I will save another one. This is my dream truck I am 16 but I have hopes that some day I will own one
Hell ya guys!!!!!!
The most shocking thing to me is the brakes and calipers weren't lock up. That's insane
f23k YOU ARE LUCKY TO FIND THIS
Hi I have f250 four wheel drive extended cab short bed 1996 love it
460 is a great motor.
Make it a zf5 7.3 and that would be a badass truck😊
God damn shes a beauty. Take care of her
Beauty!
Walmart actually has good batteries. Especially the Everstart Maxx. They made by the same companies that make the brand name batteries.
Love those 🇺🇸🏁👀
GLAD THAT YOU SAVE THE TRUCK BECAUSE NOT VERY MUCH LIFE THOES OLD TRUCK OUT THERE ANYMORE ❤❤
I have a 93 3/4 ton, 460. These things are notorious for exhaust manifold gasket leaks! I gotta do mine this summer & im not looking forward to it!
Holy shit check out that NG truck the background at 2:35. I drove the same model working with them on Fort Bragg. What a surpirse.
NOT BAD LOOKING TRUCK ❤❤
I am officially jealous.
Hell yea
Old school trick..... if truck has been sitting a long time.... pull plus, squirt marvel mystery oil in each hole and either manually turn crank or bumper started to avoid dry scrape of ring on cylinder.... old dudes taught me this & am pretty sure it's legit. What do you think ?
She’s a beaut
That’s one sexy truck
And figured I'd mention pretty sure those e4od take Mercon trans fluid, and the 460 takes 10w 30, Idk if that type f would hurt the trans, but that's for old old ford transmissions. In the engine I run a diesel spec 10w 30 in mine, for one reason, diesel oil has a higher zinc content for flat tappet cams. I bet no one did it for the 250k before me, so it's probably unnecessary, but I still do it.
That truck takes Mercon V ATF, only the 1986 and older C6 trucks use Type F. Putting Type F will eat the shift solenoids and other parts up.
U should use that water for the coolant system
Have a 96 same color 7.3 125k miles!
I have a 95 with 60,000 originally miles
Nice
🔥🔥🔥
I hope you're going to put 5W-30 or even 10w-30 oil at least in that engine. Regardless of what the internet says you shouldn't run that thin of oil in those old engines. They weren't designed for it. I recently bought a 1994 f150 with a 351 and the previous owner ran 5w20 in it. Piston rings are shot and needs an overhaul. lm just trying to save you from some problems in the future.
Just flush the fluids, replace a few parts and you’ve got a good runner
Those are some of my favorite trucks and I'm not a ford fan. Cool truck!
I a set of them ford log nuts if you need it
Funny when he says it rides so smooth give it 10 years of driving those obs fords and you will avoid pot holes or any bumps to keep your coffee from spilling lol
Thats a grown man's truck rite there hoss..
Nice truck. I probably would of went with 5w30 over 5w20
I need some help I have the same truck every time I do a turn the wheel shakes rapidly I replace the gearbox and the tie rods still get steering wheel shake when turning
Why was it parked?
Sounds like the exhaust manifolds are leaking, I believe these did not have gaskets from the factory. Since its such a clean truck, the manifolds are probably ok. I'd recommend removing them and having them machined flat. I have a 87 460 F250 and I used cheap gaskets with copper max temp RTV that sat up overnight, hasn't leaked in 3 years.
On my 77 Cherokee with an AMC v8 I had the factory manifolds machined and used Remflex graphite gaskets and stainless bolts. That's really the right way to do it.
Oh also, my truck has duel tanks. The gauge doesnt work at all, reads empty for the rear and full for the front at all times. One of these days i'll drop the tanks and change the sending units. Very surprised the fuel pump was ok and you didnt pop a soft brake line after 10 years of sitting!
Change the fuel filter--under the truck about where the dr seat is. The Walmart battery is as good-or bad-as any other battery--watch this on UA-cam!
Don’t know why somebody would let a truck like that just sit for 10 years.
460 big block..that's why
@@jonthomsen7433 they’re good pickups but I own one and only drive it if I have to 😂
@jonthomsen7433 Nothing wrong with the 460, great engine!!
@@Shop_Simplicity just gas prices
@@Shop_Simplicity I don't see how anyone could afford to drive one lol the fuel gauge moves with the tach lol
I gotta ask how much you paid for this old 460
so what did you end up doing with this truck??????
What’s the update on this truck?
Does it get like 8 miles a gallon?