One of the amazing things about Simon is his wristwatch. All that wrenching and it never appears to get scratched or broken. For that matter, he never bleeds or has a bandage on. I cannot go into the garage without at least one of things happening. Wonderful videos!
I have a theory he took his channel branding from the wristwatch. I believe it reads Simon Goodman. I'm also constantly impressed how impervious that watch is and it never seems to get snagged on anything while he works lol.
I hope people realize the different level of editing a video like this has. Lots of time and effort for the right angles and lighting . I also kind of like the no voice concept.
That camera shot at 57:58 of closing the lid at the shop and opening it at the gas station is absolutely outstanding. Underrated videography and editing my friend.
Brother, your videos really make me want to stop being a spectator and repair a car myself haha, I have an 81 Datsun and life is pain and rust hahaha, greetings from Chile ❤🇨🇱
Thoroughly enjoyed watching the effort and progress. The new old stock cassette player! Realistic too, just took me back to being a kid when I had a Realistic Tandy music system for Christmas. Absolutely brilliant and inspiring. Great to watch, thanks!
My grandfather had an F150 1983 that looked like yours. It is nice to see someone bring a truck back to life like you are doing. The work you have put into this shows and I personally think your techniques are excellent. Thank you very much for putting this together and sharing your journey with us!
You make great videos on the work and repairs you do. You show what you're doing and not a lot of time wasted by talking. One of the best channels. Always fun to watch.
I'm glad I bumped into your channel (no damage 🙂). Brings back fond memories in the 60s-70s of my friends and I working on our street rods. You go the extra mile with content, quality and the story at the end with the animals. Keep up the good work. God bless~
Amazing! Never thought I would finish part one, only to be excited for part two. Great work all around and a nice get-it-done truck wrapped in a Jonny Cash classic
It is apparent from his editing that on top of his skill he has a sense of humor. I lost mine when he actually repaired an old cassette deck. Where does he get this knowledge? I am not worthy.
Blame it, and I will never see anything more beautiful than the films produced by Americans about restoring antique cars with high professionalism and unparalleled skill.
The "Realistic" cassette player!!! That brought back so many memories... That and seeing the Radio Shack receipt. I worked there from '88-'89, my senior year in highschool 😊
One thing you can do if you run out of gas completely, when you will it up to help the fuel pump bring up fuel from the tank is to put your hand over the carb while cranking so that the engine vacuum goes down the bowl vents and suck fuel up to the car
great improvement on your lighting in this one. love how you show all the frustrations we all encounter in fixing out old vehicles. broken bolts, dropping wrenches, inventing solutions. keep up the good work and showing us your craft.
Simon... just a quick note of appreciation for you and your videos... You have my respect and admiration for all that you're doing!!! I'm PROUD OF YOU young man. Keep going!!! Can't wait until your next video drops!!!
Superb camera work and storytelling. You do it so well, your narration would be welcome unlike some channels. Brings back memories. Living in the NE with all the rust, I feel the pain.
Ah the joys of working on old cars… and I’ve never heard you curse it must take you forever to edit or you’re a more patient man than I 😂 Love your videos mate
You do good work! That hitch is likely some type of old cushioned agricultural hitch. They probably used that truck to move implements around on a farm. A couple things you might add to your tool inventory if you don't have them already- 1. a set of good punches and drifts. Those work better for driving out bolts instead of a screwdriver. 2. A cheap electric heat gun. Those work good for shrink tubing and heating up rubber without charring them.
Bless this man and the youtube algorithms that suggested this channel. Only watched the last two videos including this and I'm loving it. Way to rescue the old girl. Do you name your cars?
I never did understand why they used dual tanks on those older trucks. Would have made so much more sense to just put in a single 30 or 40 gallon tank. Not like there isn't room for it. I remember when those things were still on the road, every time I'd go to work on one, the rear fuel door was always full of cobwebs and trash from never being used lol.
You paying attention kids? These are the basic troubleshooting skills you need in life. If America stays on this projecected path, you will need these and think on your feet. I have very little faith to be perfectly honest. Great video guy .
I felt the dirty fuel on a spiritual level. My Network's tank was so bad, that even after dropping and flushing the tank twice, it would still clog the factory filter between the pump and the carb. So much so that I misdiagnosed the pump twice, filter was so blocked that the back pressure was causing the internally regulated mechanical pump to deadhead. I do miss the car, but I do not miss the fueling issues. Hindsight a new tank and hardlines would have made it much more enjoyable to work with.
Oh, also, love my Husky wrenches. Great quality for the price, with an amazing warranty. Plus, there's basically a Home Depot everywhere, so never an issue accessing the warranty when on the road.
I do like the wrenches, but the case mine come in gets me so frustrated all the time. The way it holds the sockets, if I even look at it the wrong way they spill out everywhere.
@@SimonFordman Very relatable. I have a set for home, and a set for work. They definitely cut costs in the case, but I suppose if that means better quality tools, I'll take it.
You should have installed some rubber strips between those support straps and fuel tank over time the straps will cut into your new tank but good video thumbs up
Thank you. I thought about that, I feel like if everything is tight and there's no wiggling about, it shouldn't cut in. I also felt like any rubber or other material would catch moisture and speed up rusting in that area, which is one of the areas the old tank rusted.
Your neighbors must get mad all that noise😂oh well. I always fill the holes in the frame w spray foam. Nothing will get in to rust anymore. Fluid film is ok but expensive by the can I get the gallon containers
OUTSTANDING! The RadioShack cassette deck installation cracked me up. Can't believe you fixed the deck. What year was that F-150? I had a 1986 F-150, 5 liter 302, 4×4. A true 4×4, with the transfer on the floor and 4 speed manual. Loved that truck. Keep 'em coming!
😂 It’s amazing what actually getting fuel will do for cars, huh?!😂😅 Just kidding, don’t get all in a tizzy!!! Your videos are awesome and informative!!!
I love all the close-up/ ground shots of dust, debris, dirt and gravel. Also, how in the world do you know how to recondition a cassette player?? Another fantastic video, thank you!
Hi (hola) I saw your videos from Argentina Buenos Aires, they are so cool (son videos excelentes) continúe in the future peleas, muchas gracias, thanks!
